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CONTENTS OCTOBER 2017

Features + Profiles

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A BIGGER MISSION

Charlene Smith, 58, was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 31. She underwent a mastectomy, radiation, and chemotherapy to treat the disease. Twenty-seven years later, the director of St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Cancer Institute remains cancer-free. But that hasn’t deterred her from helping other women who are diagnosed, especially women who are diagnosed young, like her. By Nora Heston Tarte

LIFE OF 58 THE A GUIDE DOG

Have you ever seen a puppy in a green-colored vest walking through Weberstown mall? These are pups in training, working hard to become service animals and faithful animal friends. Follow the amazing journey of these incredible pooches as they train to become guide dogs with Guide Dogs for the Blind, a San Rafael-based non-profit with a local San Joaquin County Puppy Raising Chapter. By Nora Heston Tarte

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REINVENT YOUR HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS With the holiday season upon us, it might be time to spruce up your interior before the in-laws arrive.

And when you utilize local experts, your time can be freed and you can confidently shop, plan, and organize the holidays away—and reap the benefits once your home is filled with loved ones and ready to take on the task of serving as center stage! By Lindsey Rodrian

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Looking for your next vacation this October?

Look no further than the mesmerizing oasis that boasts the biggest metro in Texas. Packed with family-friendly activities for all ages, the Dallas region hosts everything under the sun and more, from sporting events to amusement parks, museums to medieval shows.

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CONTENTS OCTOBER 2017

The Stockton Heat is on

Departments 26 PUBLISHER’S NOTE 33 UPFRONTS

Must-Have Telescopes for Astronomy Week, The Stockton Heat is On, Trick or Treat Spots, Long Island Medium takes to the Arena Stage, Dining in the Dark, A Chat with Shelley Castillo and more!

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48 WHAT’S TRENDING ORANGE YOU GLAD WE DIDN’T DO PINK

151 ERNIE’S

A Class Act at Ernie’s Food & Spirits

154 ALL BOTTLED UP 3 Wines to Try

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The New Face of Farming

160 IN SEASON Pumpkins

171 AGENDA

What’s Happening Around the County This MonthThe Good Life:

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Women’s Wellness How To Section Medical Professionals’ Profiles Home & Garden

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THE GREATEST WEALTH IS HEALTH Men are real babies when they get sick, and I can say that because I know from personal experience. Throughout time

A woman is like a tea bag—you never know how strong she is until she gets in hot water.

– Eleanor Roosevelt

we have been labeled as the “stronger” sex, yet my life observations often come up contradictory. The second I or one of my sons start feeling icky—you better believe we’ll provide a non-stop narrative of our aches, pains, and bodily fluids—with miscellaneous complaining/ whining in between—until we’re better. Yet, my mom and wife seem to keep on truckin’ with their head high, no matter how stuffed up it is.

Charlene Smith’s story speaks volumes, as she was diagnosed with breast cancer at only 31 years old and fought to ensure she’d be around to raise her children. Sharing her story in our October edition, as the nation celebrates Breast Cancer Awareness Month, is nothing short of an honor. She’s overcome incredibly trying times, and then chose to use that experience to fuel a passionate career serving as the director of the Center Institute at St. Joseph’s Medical Center. A survivor heading such a program is sure to provide a personal touch—and it shows through the organization’s unique support groups and offerings.

The San Joaquin Magazine team is woman-dominated at 5:1. I wouldn’t have it any other way, after once reading that your staff should be strong in areas where you lack—and lucky for me, I have a staff of extremely organized, multi-tasking machines. (I tell them I don’t expect them to work like robots…but I sometimes I wonder if they’re fully human as they tackle tasks, grow, and thrive in this fast-paced, high-stress, long-hours business.)

Needless to say, this edition is a staff favorite. Girl Power is again in full force as the editorial team connects with field experts to report on women’s health hot topics and the magazine partners with female-focused doctors, businesses, and organizations to connect you with the best in the area.

Yes, I know holidays are about to be in full swing (can you believe it?!) But, we hope this edition lends a laugh, eases stress, and reminds you to take time for yourself over the next four months of festivities. Because, it’s not a celebration without you!

LAST THOUGHTS

A LITTLE BIT OF THIS, A LITTLE BIT OF THAT

You may notice that this month’s magazine is jam-packed in our upfront section. Truth is, there were too many amazing events hitting our streets to just leave them all in our Agenda. Whether you aim for the stars during Astronomy Week, find out your future with the Long Island Medium, or get your Halloween fanfare in full gear, we’ve got your back for the best events this month.

HOT DIGGITY DOG!

There’s nothing I enjoy more in our pet edition than the many amazing photos we receive from our readers in our Pets on Parade pages. Check out all the hilarious and downright adorable canine and feline companions that strut their stuff for the camera. We received thousands of entries this year, and to see them all, visit SJMag.com

ON A ROLL Happy Reading,

Thanks for reading, Tony Zoccoli, Publisher/Editor

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Lettuce be plain, here. There’s no reason to grill us on our next, fooddriven feature when we’ve already squeezed the life out of Mexican, Italian, and Breakfast in this year alone. Who knows? Maybe you’re all a little fried on food. And while we relish the idea of sitting our buns down and writing something that’s more than what meats the eye for November, we don’t want our readers to become sour pickles about how cheesy we can be.

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MISSION Breast cancer survivor and director of the St. Joseph’s Cancer Institute in Stockton, Charlene Smith uses her personal journey with breast cancer to transform cancer treatment.

 BY NORA HESTON TARTE / OPENER PHOTO DAN HOOD

Charlene Smith, 58, was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 31. She underwent a mastectomy, radiation, and chemotherapy to treat the disease.

Twenty-seven years later and now the Director at St. Joseph’s Medical Center Cancer Institute, Charlene remains cancer-free. But that hasn’t deterred her from helping other women who are diagnosed, especially women who are diagnosed young, like her.

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I think having a strong mind and staying positive is very important in survival.

– Charlene Smith, Director, St. Joseph’s Cancer Institute in Stockton “We want patients to know that we’re here for them,” Charlene says. “We’re helping somebody everyday and I’ll never want to stop doing that.”

When Charlene was diagnosed, she was no stranger to cancer. A healthcare worker since 15, Charlene got her start in x-ray and radiology. Despite her experience, cancer was still not an easy word to hear.

“Thirty-one is young,” Charlene says. “I’ve seen breast cancer as young as 26 years old and there’s been cases younger than that… it can happen at anytime to anyone.”

Charlene’s cancer journey started when she discovered a lump in her left breast while breast-feeding. She waited several months and eventually saw an OB/GYN when the lump didn’t go away. Charlene said it was small and no one seemed concerned. They sent her for a mammogram just in case.

When the results of the mammogram indicated a low likelihood of cancer, Charlene pushed for a biopsy. She’d seen it too many times in her career to let it go. Sure enough, the verdict was cancer, and the mom of three was thrown into her own journey with the disease she’d been treating for eight years.

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children—ages 12, 4, and 2 at the time of diagnoses.

“Even after 26 years, when I meet a mom I still have to take a breath… you can just see it in their face.

They’re worried. And not necessarily about themselves.”

It’s those faces that keep Charlene moving forward. So long after her own diagnoses, the disease is still part of her. She worried when her first daughter got pregnant that she too would find a lump. Then she insisted they both get tested for the BRCA gene mutation. Fortunately, the genetic testing was normal.

“I think it’s really not anything you can explain unless you’re a mom. It’s terrifying because you want to make sure that you’re there to raise your kids.” Charlene feels blessed to have been able to see her children graduate from college, get married, and have beautiful children of their own.

Charlene received treatment locally at St. Joseph’s Cancer Institute. She recalls her husband telling her to go to the best treatment facility, not to simply get treated at St. Joseph’s because she worked there.

But Charlene knew that St. Joseph’s was the best option.

Having local treatment options helped Charlene maintain a normal

life. During her year of treatment, she did not miss any work. Her coworkers were her doctors and her support team. Charlene also met a survivor and volunteer who taught her to treat the whole person, not just the disease.

“That kind of got me on a journey to help other people I was treating.

We’ve started thinking about how we as a cancer institute can treat the whole person, mind, body, and spirit,” Charlene says.

Charlene’s next project is bringing a Survivorship Clinic to St. Joseph’s, a program that would care for survivors for the balance of their life, treating side effects and encouraging follow-up. “It’s hard to let go of it, of the fact that you had cancer and it could come back.”

If Charlene could pass any wisdom onto other women, it would be this: be aware of your body. Get a mammogram before it’s recommended (at age 40) if you suspect there is an issue and advocate for yourself. It could save your life.

“It’s come so far since I had my treatment. In 2017, there are 15.5 million cancer survivors, by 2040 [medical professionals are] anticipating 26 million.”

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HALLOWEEN TREATS AND SWEETS Fall is here, and no matter your age, there’s a time and a place to celebrate!

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School Street in Downtown Lodi One of the Lodi Chamber’s semi-annual strolls—with a wicked Halloween theme—includes tastings from over 20 local wineries, face-to-face talks with the makers behind them, and Lodi boutique shopping discounts! Hit the decorated downtown streets dressed to impress, and take home the Costume Contest winnings.

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Theresa Caputo is coming to Stockton on Friday, October 13th!

When she first discovered her gift, Theresa knew she wanted to use it to help others.

“My wish for everyone I meet is that Spirit gives them a message that brings them the most peace at that moment,” Theresa explains on her website.

TLC has featured her show, “Long Island Medium,” on their network since 2011, bringing in millions of viewers. According to her website, she was booked for readings up to two years in advance before her show even debuted. The individuals featured on the show are chosen from either online application or written letters.

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DINING IN THE DARK

SAN JOAQUIN STEPS INTO THE SHOES OF ITS BLIND COMMUNITY  BY COPPER WILLIAMS

It’s a quarter past nine and the power goes out. Your phone light isn’t much use and you’ve burned all your candles down, for fashion, not function. Instinctively, you recall where your furniture is as you cross the living room and into the kitchen. Last night’s meatloaf and veggies are calling your name, and your growling belly can’t wait.

You sit down at the table, edge your fingers around your fork, and begin the process of lifting bits and pieces of your meal to your mouth. Tricky, right?

This scenario is just another day in the life for many in San Joaquin’s blind community. With varying degrees of sight—or lack thereof—these men and women lead typical lives: Marrying, having children, caring for their homes, and holding full-time jobs.

Their days do not revolve around what they see, but rather, what their other senses provide to them. And our community can now experience this heightened state in a seven-course dinner experience like no other.

Community Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CCBV) will host their very first Dining in the Dark event on Friday, October 27th at 6 PM. Providing attendees with their very own sleep shades, guests will enjoy a fresh, local meal prepared by Chef Paul Ratto, olive oil and wine tastings, and a raffle and silent auction—completely unable to see. “The most important thing about Dining in the Dark is to temporarily experience being visually impaired or blind for the first time,” explains Hy Cohen, CCBV’s Computer and Assistive Technology Instructor. Diagnosed legally blind as a

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baby, Hy had to learn alternative ways to live out a successful and happy life by relying on his senses, and the continuously evolving technology around him.

“There are a lot of low and high-tech ways to accommodate a visual impairment. The iPhone and Android-based smart phones alone have allowed those of us who are blind or visually impaired to do things more easily and quickly,” says Hy. “I would honestly say that what is more disabling then my lack of normal eye sight is the attitudes of others.”

Hy hopes that the event will be a welcome awakening for those who do not face visual impairment, providing them the chance to “see” the world as those with visual impairment do. As far as advice for the upcoming event? “I would advise our guests to not be afraid to use their fingers to help guide food onto their spoon or fork, especially since they are experiencing having no sight for the first time. Have fun with it because, don’t worry, no one’s looking!”

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TAMALE

TIME! The Third Annual San Joaquin Tamale Festival

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TAMALES If you find yourself itching after the Tamale Festival has come to an end, head to one of these local spots for a fix.

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50 W. 10th St., Tracy, (209) 229-8700 These Oaxacan tamales are available in chicken with green sauce, pork with red sauce, and cheese with jalapeno. The tamales cost $1.99 each and $19.99 for a dozen.

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108 E. Main St., Ripon (209) 599-6989 These Zacatecan tamales come in pork with red or green sauce. They’re $3.50 each.

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2860 N. California St. Stockton, (209) 464-2240 These Veracruzan tamales are available in pork with red sauce, chicken with green sauce, and cheese with jalapeno (plain). They cost $1.25 each.

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DORADO 4EL MARKET

1240 S. El Dorado St. Stockton, (209) 465-7552 You can choose from pork, chicken, beef, or cheese with jalapeno tamales. Pork and beef should be eaten with red sauce, chicken with green sauce, and cheese with jalapeno plain. The price is $1.75 each, $15.69 for a dozen of pork, chicken, or cheese with jalapeno, and $16.69 a dozen for beef.

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2606 E. Main St. Stockton, (209) 460-0163.

These Jaliscan tamales come in chicken, pork, (savory) corn, and cheese with jalapeno. The chicken and the pork should be eaten with red sauce. Chicken and pork are $1.25 each, corn and cheese $1.35 each. A dozen tamales are $12.99.

In mid-October, tamales and tamale lovers will unite at the third annual San Joaquin Tamale Festival at the San Joaquin Fairgrounds.

This year, attendees can look forward to live music, including rock, reggae, and Mexican regional music, a car show, a local talent show, and a craft fair. Children can enjoy mini-carnival rides and a petting zoo.

“Traditionally, this event celebrates the cultural diversity of San Joaquin county, with a fun family event,” says Anthony Rivas, a festival coordinator.

Tamales will be featured in Tamale Alley, a restaurant showcase alongside Beer Boulevard.

“With thousands of community members gathering every year in celebration of family, the Tamale Festival has become a signature event in our community,” says Anthony.

The tamale, a steamed dish, is found from Mexico down to South America, as well as in Cuba. Corn dough, masa, is mixed with lard (manteca), butter, or vegetable shortening. Savory tamales are made with bean, pork, chicken, turkey, beef, vegetables, or cheese. Sweet tamales are made with elote (corn), sugar, lime, pumpkin, pineapple, strawberry, or peanuts. Tamales are cooked after being wrapped in corn husks, or banana, plantain, or silver beet leaves. Tamales can be served plain, with meat drippings, or with a red, green, or mole sauce.

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STOCKTON ARTS WEEK OCTOBER 13 – 22

From murals to photographs, music, dance and more, Visit Stockton’s second annual Stockton Arts Week is back to shine a spotlight on the creators in Port City! This 10-day event takes place across a vast variety of venues, and encourages artists to host functions showcasing their work, collaboration projects, paint nights, demos, and more!

Track down this year’s participants on Visit Stockton’s website, or StocktonArtsWeek. com, and discover a multitude of marvelous gatherings you can take part in! We’ve got the 411 on a few surefire venues below. Check them out!

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In honor of Stockton Arts Week, we reached out to one of our favorite 209 creators, Shelley Castillo, for a brief interview on her incredible work.

“Art is something I have always had a strong interest in and passion for,” explains Shelley. Life had a way of keeping her pieces on the back burner, but in the last year, she’s allowed her creative pursuits to bloom, and is an active member in both the 1850 Collective and the Elsie May Goodwin Gallery.

“Most of my work to this point has been pen and ink—high contrast black and white illustrations,” says Shelley.

“I work fairly small scale and with few tools, usually just a pen and a straight

edge. But recently, I have been challenging myself to try new techniques and mediums, I have started working on a series of Roy Lichtenstein inspired portraits in layered paper, and am learning to paint with acrylic.”

Shelley feels she’s yet to capture her own personal style, but admits that the process of finding it is both fluid and organic. “…Looking at the work of any artist, you will see the progression and growth in their style over time.” And for Shelley, there’s a magic behind putting pen to paper. “Creating a piece of art that reflects your original ideas and emotions is a wonderful feeling. I take time to review and evaluate every piece that I feel I got “right”. I focus on those key elements and characteristics to carry into the next piece.”

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SKY TOURS AT DELTA COLLEGE OCT. 27, 7 PM  BY COPPER WILLIAMS There’s something both humbling and mesmerizing about peering into a telescope to view the heavens above. It’s a chance to take in the ornate designs of the stars and planets that speckle the night sky, seemingly so close, and yet so far. And in honor of Astronomy Week, we suggest a special trip to Delta College, where the Stockton Astronomical Society will guide your journey of the cosmos throughout the fall and winter months.

Make your way down to Delta College’s campus and steer into the Athletics 1 parking lot to enjoy this monthly opportunity to peer into one of the Society’s telescopes. Switch between closer objects, such as the moon, at the very beginning, to further objects in our vast cosmos, such as the Hercules Star Cluster, as the night draws on. This free event is perfect for families of all ages, and is an incredible learning opportunity. Those who own their own telescope or binoculars are free to bring them.

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STOCKTON HEAT PREPS FOR THE UPCOMING SEASON  BY PAIGE SMITH While locals are indulging in fall favorites like PSL, haunted houses, and pumpkin patches, the Stockton Heat is gearing up for another season. With the

first game kicking off in Stockton on October 6, the team and staff are looking to make sure that fans create lasting memories.

“Over the past six months we have invested a lot of time and resources in improving the fan experience—first at our home games, but also at every other event we hold, and in the community to engage new fans,” Brain Petroverk, CEO of Stockton Heat says.

The fun is not only for the fans though, the team is ready for new goals. Stockton Heat Head Coach, Ryan Huska, explains that he wants the team and each individual player to challenge and better themselves.

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a new year, you want to see how they’ve developed. Maybe they got stronger, got a little quicker—or see who’s going to take on more of a leadership role,” Coach Huska explains. “That’s always the thing we want to see early on from our guys—the progress they’ve made and how they’ll play this season.”

Last season the team made large strides by earning a playoff berth for the first time and played an exciting series against the San Jose Barracuda. This year, the team has even more speed on their side.

“Much like years past, we’re going to be a faster team, maybe even the fastest we’ve had!” Coach Huska enthuses. “We feel we have a lot of forwards who can skate and because of that, we’ll be able to play a high-pressure game that is exciting and entertaining to watch.”

To help bring out new and continued fans to the arena for games, the team has made many improvements including the Heat365 Membership program. The program is set

to include additional premium seating options with rink-side suites, group experiences, and more.

Fans can look forward to popular theme nights, including Teddy Bear Toss and Star Wars Night. Beat the cold winter weather on December 31, and come to their new event, a Kids New Years’ experience that will include indoor fireworks!

“We’re putting fans first, making a renewed commitment to our community, working to bring more people together at the Stockton Arena to experience the world class quality of the American Hockey League in a fun, safe, clean atmosphere, at an affordable price,” Brian explains. “We’re looking forward to delivering upon that promise this season... and we’re fired up to do so!”

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DEPRESSION & ANXIETY  BY JENNIFER MOULAISON

Though Lucille Ball might have you think that listlessness and general despondence can be solved with a spoonful of Vitameatavegamin, depression and anxiety are serious and surprisingly common mood disorders suffered by millions of women in the U.S. alone.

According to Mary Raymond, a Family Nurse Practitioner at Dameron Hospital’s Ambulatory Care Center, the Center for Disease Control reports 20% of women will experience depression in their lifetime and have higher rates than men across all age groups. What’s more surprising is Raymond has observed in her practice many women don’t recognize their condition, even though they are experiencing many of the typical symptoms of depression.

So how do women in today’s chaotic times determine whether they’ve simply had a rough day (or week, or month) or if they’re experiencing clinical depression?

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ment for food, weight changes and even the inability to make simple decisions. Also, depression sufferers might experience feelings of guilt or lack of self-confidence. The most severe symptoms are, of course, thoughts of suicide or desire to inflict self-pain.

Unfortunately, it can be difficult to diagnose depression because patients with these complaints frequently seek treatment for specific symptoms without considering the underlying cause. What commonly goes unnoticed are more serious causes of depression like relationship issues, abuse, stress, and financial worries. In these situations, patients are reluctant to share the circumstances that might be playing a role in their depression, making it difficult to treat.

In cases where depression is diagnosed, there are increasingly wide and varied forms of effective treatment. The combination of medication and counseling is the best approach, according to Raymond, and physical exercise like yoga and relaxation techniques are valuable adjuncts to treatment.

And while benzodiazepines or tranquilizers offer immediate relief from symptoms,

these are highly habit-forming and are typically only recommended for short-term use.

Raymond also explains another resource not enough people utilize is support from their employer. Many employers offer confidential employee assistance programs, which are useful in coping with life challenges.

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“I enjoy my practice because it gives me the opportunity to provide women with much-needed affirmation and tools to empower them,” says Raymond. “But it’s important to understand that medication alone is rarely enough and will often fail when not used in conjunction with other forms of treatment. Having an outsider provide thoughtful, active listening, moral support and being able to ventilate has therapeutic value to the patient. But ultimately, it’s up to the patient to seek help and make a change.”

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There’s one word we all hope to never hear from our doctor and that’s “cancer.” While keeping away from the doctor’s office altogether can help avoid hearing that ominous term, it ultimately only postpones and exacerbates any potential problems that could have been treated before becoming serious.

According to Dr. Anita Heart, a family practice physician with Dignity Health Medical Group Stockton, typically when someone hears the term “abnormal pap” the first thing they assume is cancer. Fortunately, most abnormal paps are due to simple, easily treated infections.

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be underperformed and only about 69% of women over the age of 18 have had a pap in the last 3 years according to the Center for Disease Control. This statistic is even lower for mammograms with only 65.3% of women over 40 having had an exam within the past 2 years.

Early detection still remains the best preventative medicine for breast and gynecological cancer. In fact, breast cancer, in most cases, when found at stages 0-2 have between 100% and 93% survival rate according to the American Cancer Society. Cancer detected in later stages is more likely to spread and metastasize, decreasing likelihood for survival to about 22%.

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plains it’s important to “be an advocate for your own health and in addition to keeping up with screenings, it’s important for women to know their bodies and be aware of any changes that could signal something isn’t right.”

Genetic research is equally important as family histories can provide insight for your physician as to your likelihood to develop issues that could potentially lead to a cancer diagnosis.

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MOOD SWINGS, AND WEIGHT GAIN—OH MY!  BY JENNIFER MOULAISON

Sure, mood swings, weight gain, fatigue, skin issues, and even depression and anxiety sound like typical hormonal symptoms the average, healthy woman experiences from time to time— but are they signs of something more? According to the Women’s Health Network, seemingly typical symptoms could potentially be caused by a more serious, and alltoo-often ignored, hormonal imbalance issue.

Yes, the hormonal imbalances you’re experiencing could be caused by PMS, pregnancy, or even menopause, but for many women there can be underlying medical concerns.

Hypothyroidism, or a condition when the thyroid gland becomes overactive, for example, causes hormonal changes like insomnia, moodiness, panic attacks, and depression.

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and neglect to investigate underlying causes.

So how do you know if you have a hormonal imbalance? First, listen to your body. Pay attention to the symptoms you’re experiencing and keep track of their frequency and severity. If you find your symptoms are increasing, even by a small margin, seek help from your physician but be specific as to what you’re experiencing and don’t hesitate to ask for hormone testing.

Saliva, blood tests, and hair follicle tests exist to help determine whether hormone imbalance is the cause of persistent symptoms.

And if it is the culprit, there are many effective treatments that can help restore balance. Most doctors treat imbalances with hormone replacement therapy. Biodentical hormones, which are natural and biochemically identical to human hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, DHEA, and even testosterone, can be highly effective for women. Synthetic hormones created by pharmaceutical companies intended to mimic natural hormones are another option. However, they pose a slightly higher risk and can have adverse effects but are sometimes necessary in severe cases.

Ultimately, no one knows you better than you and most of us know when something just isn’t quite right. Don’t let the messages your body is sending go unnoticed, and inform your physician of what you’re experiencing as early as possible to bring balance.

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t a BIRTH 40  BY NORA HESTON TARTE

More women over 40 are having babies, letting the biological clock tick a bit longer than ever before.

With medical intervention, it’s not uncommon to have a healthy pregnancy, delivery, and recovery after 40, however, it’s not the same as doing it at 20 or 30 either. It’s important to know what to expect.

Getting pregnant is sometimes the biggest hurdle. Fertility falls drastically after age 40. By age 43, only 10 percent of woman treated for infertility are likely to get pregnant using their own eggs. At age 44, it plummets to 1.6 percent. Once pregnant, rates of miscarriage are higher, too.

If a pregnancy remains viable, chromosomal disorders become more common, as does Down Syndrome and the possibility of giving birth to multiples (which may be a plus for those who desire twins). There is also a higher rate of complications including gestational diabetes and preeclampsia.

“Women at age 40 generally have more co-morbidities, such as diabetes and high blood pressure, which pose significant risks for the

health of the pregnancy,” says Eugenia Hurlbut, D.O. with Gill OB/GYN Medical Group, Inc. “In order to reduce these risks, the woman should try to maintain a normal weight with a well-balanced diet, regular daily exercise, and have all pre-existing conditions well-controlled.”

Women over 40 are at higher risk for developing these conditions during pregnancy even if they didn’t have them before.

Despite health concerns, a 2016 study found that for the first time in 70 years more women over 40 are having babies than those under 20.

And some studies suggest babies born to older mothers are happier and healthier in the long run. Having a baby at 40 is, in some ways, easier when the rising cost of raising a family and the portion of women enjoying careers before settling down are factored in.

Attentive medical care can sideline complications for women over 40 with proper management of preexisting conditions and additional testing. While not all outcomes can be changed, knowledge breeds power.

Older women may have a harder time physically with the effects pregnancy has on the body and the ability to ‘bounce back.’ Recovery after birth may be more difficult and take more time, – Eugenia Hurlbut, D.O. with Gill OB/GYN Medical Group, Inc.

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 BY NORA HESTON TARTE

MENOPAUSE

2017 WOMEN'S

So, it’s started. You’re experi-

encing hot flashes, you’re tired all the time, your breasts are tender and you’ve likely felt at least one of several other uncomfortable symptoms, including decreased libido, irregular periods, urine leakage, and vaginal dryness.

It’s called perimenopause and it’s the precursor to menopause.

Though menopause typically strikes around age 50, perimenopause starts two to ten years prior and comes with an onslaught of symptoms. From there, menopause occurs. Many of the symptoms are the same, but those private summers bring a few new ones, as well.

Luckily, relief exists.

“Menopause can cause many uncomfortable symptoms, but working closely with your doctor can help treat those symptoms so you can stay active and strong,” says Dr. Anita Heart, a family practice physician with Dignity Health Medical Group Stockton.

Many women who experience menopause report difficulty sleeping, mood changes, and osteoporosis as side effects.

While 45 to 55 is the average age for menopause to begin, early menopause can start in a woman’s 30s. Other women won’t experience menopause until age 60. Genetics may play a role. While early menopause can be caused by premature ovarian failure, damage to the ovaries by chemotherapy and/or radiation treatments, or surgical removal of the ovaries, if there isn’t a clear reason for it, you can likely blame genetics. Studies show that the age your mother began menopause may be the best indicator as to when you, too, will begin.

In an effort to be cute, many people refer to menopause as “the change,” but there’s nothing cute about it. Instead of groaning and moaning about the side effects, take action.

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Simple changes to diet can make a big difference. Optimal nutrition reduces side effects, herbal remedies such as adaptogens balance hormones, and exercise reduces fat while also keeping estrogen and progesterone ratios in good range. Reducing stress and remaining cognizant of your emotions and their effect on the body can also help.

With no cure for menopause, symptomatic relief is the goal. Vaginal dryness is treated with topical lubricants or estrogens. Medications can reduce the severity and frequency of hot flashes and in spe-

cial circumstances oral hormone therapy may be prescribed. Relaxation techniques such as meditation are good for mood and stress-management, dietary supplements boost overall health, and sleep aids can be used to combat insomnia.

“There are many ways to manage symptoms if you are experiencing any,” Dr. Anita Heart says. “Talk to your doctor about simple lifestyle changes that may help your symptoms, and also know that some symptoms may go away on their own.”

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family member receiving care, choose a doctor that can communicate with everyone involved. Many doctors are bilingual or trilingual, or have office staff who speak other languages.

Clear communication is key, and language barriers should have no part in your care.

DIRTY TALK

Sometimes not-so-glamorous questions or concerns regarding your health surface. Find a doctor whose personality makes you feel comfortable, heard, and informed. This will help combat urges to “put it off” when it comes to your health.

FIND A DOCTOR

Choosing a primary care physician (PCP) is an important first step in ensuring your health care program works for you. Your PCP will serve as ‘home base’ for you and your family’s medical needs— as they conduct wellness visits and routine tests, care for non-emergency illnesses, and serve as your main source for any questions you may have about your health. Take time to explore provider options and find the right doctor for you and your family.

FOCUS ON YOUR NEEDS

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treat a wide range of illnesses and conditions; Internal Medicine specialists are best suited for adults and like Family Practice specialists, they specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and management of disease and chronic illness.

CUSTOM & CONVENIENT

Visiting the doctor can seem inconvenient in today’s busy world—maybe that’s why so many people put off preventative care. But, the time saved is never worth the price paid. Support your wellness and make annual visits as easy as possible by choosing a PCP that practices close to home. And for convenience, it might be helpful to find a doctor’s office that gives you the option to schedule an appointment and check results online or even communicate with your doctor by email.

If English is a second language for you or a

Dignity Health Medical Group of Stockton offers an online portal designed to easily pair you with the perfect primary care or specialty physician. Simply cater your search for the type of doctor you’re looking for, and you’ll be able to learn more about each doctor through a profile that showcases the doctor’s languages, education, experience, focus, and location. The online portal also gives established patients the opportunity to schedule appointments, check their health records, and communicate with their doctor.

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 BY JENNIFER MOULAISON

We’ve all done it.

Glanced too quickly at mirror or caught our reflection and thought, “Who on earth is that?” Most of us would do just about anything to bring back that resilient, healthy glow of our youth—including go under the knife. Fortunately for women throughout the Central Valley, extreme measures like surgery may no longer be necessary.

Enter Dr. Gerald Bock of California Skin and Laser Center, a fellow with the American Academy of Dermatology (among many other prestigious titles in his field) and has been practicing in the Central Valley for over four decades.

Dr. Bock has continuously worked to offer safer, more effective and affordable cosmetic treatments to his patients. His tips for helping prevent premature aging of the skin are refreshingly straightforward:

become permanent. By the early thirties women should consult with a dermatologist to develop a plan for their skin’s health and long-term resilience.

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Sunscreen is of the utmost importance. In fact, Dr. Bock explains if you don’t use sunscreen; don’t even bother with any other preventative methods because nothing is as directly correlated to aging skin as sun damage.

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As for hydration and sleep routines, these actually have a minimal effect on the skin’s appearance. Though sunscreen and topical treatments help, Dr. Bock explains the only methods proven to significantly renew skin is using a variety of techniques to produce controlled skin damage, causing the cells to renew themselves and behave and look younger. Surgical intervention can also correct many of the signs of aging.

In modern times people are less interested in having larger surgeries with more down time and more potential side effects. Fortunately, Dr. Bock has brought to his practice a new, cutting edge procedure called J-Plasty. This is a minimally invasive procedure that uses ionized energy to create a helium-based plasma that’s cooler than a typical laser and shrinks and tightens the skin much more effectively than any other minimally invasive procedure. This all sounds great and very technical but what about the results?

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Patients of J-Plasty enjoy about half the recovery time and about 60% of the result of a traditional face-lift and are projected to have the same duration of results at about 5-10 years— although this can’t be confirmed, as J-Plasty has only been around for about a year.

Even more exciting, this procedure can be performed just about anywhere on the body, from the face and neck to that dreaded sagging under the arms and even on the legs and abdomen.

California Skin and Laser Center is the only office in the Central Valley to offer this unique service and Dr. Bock is proud to offer the latest in skin care advancements to his patients with offices in Stockton, Lodi, and Elk Grove.

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JOINT HEALTH  BY JENNIFER MOULAISON

Though the medical world continues to make strides in advancing treatments and surgeries that relieve ailments like knee pain caused by arthritis, ultimately, the best practice for ensuring your knees’ health is awareness and prevention.

According to Dr. Kevin Mikaelian, Orthopedic Surgeon and Rapid Strides Medical Director at Dameron Hospital in Stockton, we put two to three times our own body weight directly on our knees when walking. This is why it’s little wonder a staggering 25 percent of individuals over 55 years old will suffer from arthritic knee pain in their lifetime.

About half of that 25 percent will eventually require surgical intervention and undergo a knee replacement.

To ensure you’re doing right by your knees, Dr. Mikaelian suggests the following steps.

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for knee joint issues. Knowing whether your parents or grandparents have had knee problems, and to what extent, can help gauge the prognosis for severity in your own case.

PROTECT YOUR KNEES EARLY ON: Avoid high-impact activities like running, jumping and climbing, and stick to lower impact alternatives like swimming and cycling.

BE WEIGHT CONSCIOUS: Patients who are significantly overweight put more stress on their joints and are more likely to suffer from knee pain. Maintaining a healthy weight through diet and low-impact exercise can increase knee health considerably and help avoid the need for surgical intervention.

SEEK HELP: Often times, patients ignore the problem and don’t inform their doctor of knee pain until well after treatment could have begun.

If you’re experiencing knee pain more than

two to three days per week it’s time to consult with your physician. The earlier treatments like anti-inflammatories and physical therapy begin, the greater chance you can avoid needing knee replacement later.

Fortunately, for those whose preventative actions weren’t enough, and surgery becomes necessary, Dameron Hospital offers the cutting-edge Rapid Strides Accelerated Recovery© Knee Replacement Program. The knee replacement procedure offered at Dameron is minimally invasive and cuts recovery time in half compared to traditional surgery. Plus, because Dameron has brought this innovative rapid recovery procedure to San Joaquin Valley, patients no longer have to travel outside of their community to receive the care they need.

CEO and President of Dameron Hospital, Lorraine P. Auerbach, believes the community deserves these types of exceptional services like the Rapid Strides program, and is committed to bringing more like it to the Central Valley.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: DAMERON HOSPITAL 525 W. Acacia St. Stockton, (209) 944-5550 DameronKneeReplacement.com

ORTHOPEDIC EXCELLENCE

Dameron Hospital’s award-winning orthopedic program includes community educational workshops, surgical and non-surgical treatment options, treatment of orthopedic injuries and trauma, and rehabilitation. Specializing in spine, hip, knee, shoulder, ankle and joint replacement, Dameron’s physicians, surgeons and nurses work together to minimize pain and shorten recovery time for each patient.

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LOVE YOUR EYES Do your eyes look tired and irritated? Are they constantly tearing up or turning red? Dry eye is a condition that affects more than 3 million in the U.S., either from underproduction of tears or the production of the “sick” tears (tears that evaporate too quickly and lack proteins and protective components).

Tearing, scratchiness, itching, redness, and blurred vision characterize both conditions.

Most patients with chronic dry eye are women. Those who wear contacts, smoke tobacco, work in a setting that requires prolonged staring such as at a computer, or are post-menopausal, are at increased risk for chronic dry eye. In San Joaquin County, where air pollution, allergies, and dry air are all common, symptoms are exacerbated.

Follow these simple steps to get your eyes feeling and looking great again:

STOP UNHEALTHY BEHAVIORS

If bad habits are causing dry eye, stop them.

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Eye. “They make things worse if used for more than a couple of days.”

It’s also important to avoid rubbing irritated eyes. This pushes the allergens and dust on eyelashes into the eyes, and if the ocular surface has been damaged, it can lead to infection.

PICK UP HEALTHY HABITS

Increasing flax seed and fish oil in your diet, either through supplements or foods you eat, can improve moderate to severe symptoms of dry eye. Artificial tears (best without preservatives in single use vials) are available over the counter. Ask your eye doctor if you are a candidate for prescriptive help. Restasis and/or Xiidra eye drops can be very helpful in managing your symptoms but may be expensive or not covered at all by your insurance.

damaged. This creates the uncomfortable symptoms associated with chronic dry eye.

RECEIVE IPL TREATMENTS

Instead of reaching for another bottle of artificial tears, get to the root of chronic dry eye. Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) treatments help to reduce the inflammation that causes chronic dry eye, dramatically reducing symptoms of tearing and irritation. If your skin is red or has visible vessels due to Rosacea, you will notice an improvement in your skin too.

Dr. Kimberly Cockerham—a laser expert with two decades of experience—recommends starting with a series of three treatments to stop the cell to cell signals that promote ongoing inflammation. In some cases, insurance will cover IPL. Call the office today to get those eyes you love looking and feeling better.

UNDERSTAND THE IMPLICATIONS

A healthy tear film allows you to see clearly by providing a smooth surface to see through. Healthy tears also provide surface comfort and protect against infections and minimize the effects of allergens. When the ocular surface tissue is altered, lubrication is compromised and the ocular surface is

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Knowledge is power. The first step to getting proper treatment for gynecological cancers is understanding your diagnosis.

“Endometrial cancer is the most common gynecologic malignancy,” explains Dr. P. Gill, OBGYN at Gill Obstetrics & Gynecology Medical Group, Inc. “With an estimated 37,000 new cases last year in United States, it is the fourth most common malignancy among women.

Seventy-five percent of cases occur in the postmenopausal years.”

Ovarian cancer is less common than endometrial cancer, but is often a more serious diagnosis. “More women die of ovarian cancer than all other forms of gynecological cancers combined,” Dr. Gill says. “Unlike endometrial cancer, ovarian cancer is often not detected until it has already spread to other parts of the body.”

If you receive an endometrial cancer diagnosis rest assured that most women with this type of cancer undergo a hysterectomy, removal of ovaries and of lymph nodes, and in most cases if the cancer has not spread, no other treatment is needed.

“Most women with endometrial cancer will be cured if they receive appropriate treatment,” she says. However, if the cancer has spread, additional radiation treatment may be needed.

Like endometrial cancer, surgery is almost always the first step for treatment of ovarian cancer, as well. “For most women this will include a hysterectomy with removal of ovaries, lymph nodes, and omentum (a pad of fat cells that covers the stomach and intestines),” Dr. Gill

says. Some early ovarian cancers require only surgery for treatment but the majority of women will need chemotherapy based on the type and extent of spread of the ovarian cancer.”

Sometimes the statistics help put a patient’s mind at ease, others may find them counterproductive.

“Early ovarian cancer without spread at the time of diagnosis can be ‘cured’ in up to 95 percent of women. Unfortunately 70 percent of ovarian cancers are detected after spread has occurred. For these women, treatment has 80 percent chance of remission.” When the disease is advanced relapse is common from months to years after treatment, and while these instances are treatable, there is no cure for relapsed ovarian cancer.

If you experience irregular bleeding or

have concerns about your gynecological health, see your doctor. The physicians at Gill Obstetrics & Gynecology Medical Group, Inc. are committed to providing the highest quality of care for patients with more than 60 years of experience. Additionally, they have forged a unique collaboration with the GYN Oncologists at UC Davis Medical Center to provide cancer patients with the best treatment options available.

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HEART HEALTH THROUGH EXERCISE  BY NORA HESTON TARTE

Many women exercise to lose weight, but exercise is good for more than outer appearance; exercise is beneficial to the whole body. “Exercise is a magical elixir; it helps prevent diabetes, heart attack, and depression, and it slows down aging,” says Dr. Ramin Manshadi of Manshadi Heart Institute in Stockton and President elect for California Chapter of American College of Cardiology. “Our genetic makeup has been made to move and not to live sedentary.”

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ommends starting a routine with weekly doses of cardio to jumpstart, or maintain, heart health. Any athlete over the age of 35 should get a pre-participation screening before diving in to an intense exercise regimen. If an athlete has an underlying heart condition or if they abuse energy drinks, they could be at increased risk for heart attack even under the age of 35.

So how do you start exercising without putting your body in harms way? “Moderation is the key in exercise,” Dr. Manshadi says.

Don’t overdo it, and always take a new exercise slow. Muscles need to build and that will take time. Once you’ve been doing the same movements for several weeks or even months, muscle memory kicks in. Your body needs time to adjust, but once it’s warmed up, you can trust it to thrive under the new routine.

“Three miles a day for at least five days a week and getting your heart rate to at least 85 percent of your predicted maximum heart rate is optimum for heart health,” Dr. Manshadi says. If you’re obese, exercise becomes even more important. While everyone should exercise regularly, those who are significantly overweight are at greater risk for heart attack, even if lipids, sugars, and blood pressure all test normal. So while exercise isn’t only for weight loss, it’s certainly an important component for those who are carrying around more than a few extra pounds.

If you’ve ever desired to turn back the clock and regain the health you enjoyed in years past, exercise is the way to do it. Wrinkle creams and plastic surgery may help women look younger, but exercise makes the body more youthful. “People that exercise regularly can biologically slow aging quite significantly,” Dr. Manshadi says.

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Between the physical implications of labor and the hormonal changes experienced during and after pregnancy, a woman can be left feeling not quite herself. Those changes affect not just her daily life; they spill over into her relationships, as well.

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Stretching of the vaginal canal and the labia majora postpartum can lead to a loose feeling, one that causes both incontinence and decreased arousal. Some women even notice a difference in the appearance postpartum.

“I contemplated having surgery over and over for my incontinence but I’m really glad I waited,” says Michelle, a customer at New Body MD in Stockton. “Thermiva not only helped my incontinence but it also brought back my youthful appearance!”

Michelle underwent a noninvasive, nonsurgical procedure called Thermiva. The goal was to help her incontinence, but Michelle experienced other positive side effects.

The applications use radiofrequency energy to gently heat tissue and alter the vaginal anatomy. The result is tighter skin, which helps incontinence, a plumper, younger look, and better lubrication allowing for increased arousal and sensations during sex.

“After my first treatment, my husband offered to pay for the next two treatments,” says Ariel, another New Body customer.

The laser treatments are FDA approved, and the staff at New Body recommends three treatments four weeks apart for best results. Touchups are often recommended in two protocols—one every 12 months, or one every three.

“I have been performing this treatment for a little over a year now and the results are phenomenal,” says Christina

Girley, a practitioner at New Body MD. “It still amazes me that there is this little device that can do so much! I have patients calling and thanking me for the results that they have gotten.”

Christina says women are opting for the laser treatments instead of surgical procedures that require significant downtime and increased risks.

With Thermiva, the application is easier, and woman can get back to their regular activity the second they walk out of their appointment—that includes exercise and sex.

The vaginal rejuvenation treatment is so popular that celebrities like Khloe Kardashian are singing its praises in the media.

“After 35 years of marriage and two children, Thermiva has helped us regain our teenage flame,” says Joe, whose wife had the procedure done at New Body.

The laser treatments are FDA approved, and the staff at New Body recommends three treatments four weeks apart for best results. Touchups are often recommended in two protocols—two treatments annually 6 months apart at a minimum one treatment a year.

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Diabetes is a very common word today, as many are afflicted by this disease. While certain causes have been discovered, there are currently no medical cures for diabetes, only management options. Not all management programs are ideal for all people and, if not treated properly, diabetes can be fatal. So, it’s important to know that San Joaquin General Hospital and County Clinics are here to help local residents with effective diabetes management.

Diabetes is a metabolic disease caused by the body either not producing enough insulin or by the body’s lack of ability to properly respond to insulin. There are two main types of diabetes. Their their symptoms are similar but the management programs are often different.

Type 1 diabetes is common among younger adults. Generally, these individuals are born with it or develop diabetes early in adulthood. Type 1 diabetes patients do not create enough insulin to dissolve the glucose that enters the blood stream. For these patients, the common treatment is insulin injections. This type of diabetes is relatively rare making up only about 10% of the diabetic population.

Type 2 diabetes is more common, making up 90% of cases of diabetes locally. Patients with type two diabetes often have developed an intolerance to the way insulin is produced and functions within the body. In some cases, those affected with this type may also not be producing enough insulin for their body. For these people diet, exercise, and weight loss may help to control their diabetes.

Gestational Diabetes occurs in pregnant women, usually late in the pregnancy. Hormone levels and the additional stress of internal child development can cause women to not produce enough insulin to keep their blood sugar levels down. Often this can be managed by

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diet. The good news is that gestational diabetes will cure itself once the baby’s born and the mother’s hormone levels return to normal.

TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR DIABETES:

So exactly what is diabetes? It is a metabolic disorder that keeps the body from using insulin to break down glucose within the blood stream. Without glucose breakdown, it can’t enter cells to help make fuel for our bodies. There is no cure for diabetes, only professional management. If you have type two diabetes you may be able to manage it with diet and exercise.

San Joaquin General Hospital and San Joaquin county clinics are here to assist local County residents with dependable diabetes care and management. The Hospital and Clinics have a full staff of knowledgeable diabetes care professionals including physicians, nurses and dietitians. They have certified diabetes educators that conduct weekly diabetes classes to assist patients manage diabetes correctly. Classes are every Friday both morning and afternoon. The certified instructors offer medication management and personal one-on-one consulting.

The diabetes management classes are offered in both Spanish and English. Local residents can sign up for our diabetes classes with your doctor or call the appointment line at San Joaquin County Clinics (209) 468-6820.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: SAN JOAQUIN GENERAL HOSPITAL SAN JOAQUIN CLINICS (209) 468-6820, SJGeneral.org

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Sometimes it’s difficult to decide whether to go to Urgent Care, the hospital Emergency Room (ER), call 9-1-1, or schedule an appointment with your Primary Care Physician. You don’t want to overreact, but if you’re suffering from any of the following symptoms, it’s time to head straight to the ER.

SHORTNESS OF BREATHE

Many may not know this symptom is a common signifier of a heart attack in women. While the stereotypical left arm or jaw pain can happen to both men and women, many women experiencing a heart attack may instead feel a sudden shortness of breath while performing simple tasks like walking through a parking lot or to the mailbox. Other heart attack signs in women could be a “squeezing” feeling in the chest or breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness. Especially in combinations, these are reasons to head straight to the ER. Sure, it could be allergies, asthma, or an infection—but in any case, your breathing supports blood flow to your heart and an issue can prove problematic.

SUDDEN CONFUSION OR DISORIENTATION

Don’t take a chance on neurological symptoms like sudden confusion, unusual behavior, severe headaches, difficulty speaking or seeing, or a change in your mental status. Such symptoms could be signaling an embolism or aneurysm.

The Brain Aneurysm Foundation reports that women are more likely than men to develop a brain aneurysm at a ratio of 3:2, or to suffer a subarachnoid hemorrhage.

COULD IT BE A STROKE?

When it comes to a stroke scare, remember to think F-A-S-T (Facial Drooping?

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Arm weakness? Speech difficulties?

Time to call 9-1-1!) If you’re experiencing one or more of these symptoms, immediately call emergency services.

Paramedics have the resources and ability to quickly administer tests, medicines, and treatments crucial to proper heart attack or stroke care, while en route to the hospital.

St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Stockton is a Primary Stroke Center and Heart Attack Receiving Center for the county. The nationally recognized Heart & Vascular Institute offers a full range of heart services, providing top quality care close to home.

SEVERE ABDOMINAL PAIN

As women, we have a high tolerance for abdominal pain, thanks to Aunt Flo. Though we tough out tummy aches each month—severe or persistent issues that last more than 24 hours call for emergency care.

Ovarian cysts can cause sensations and pain similar to the last time you ate questionable fish at that one taco truck—but if you also experience pain consistent on one side, or pain that moves to your back and down your leg head to the ER. We all know that hospital ERs are busy places and the idea of being in a waiting room feeling miserable or in pain could be enough to make you consider suffering it out at home—don’t!

If it’s critical, get to the ER quick or call 9-1-1. For non-emergencies, St. Joseph’s Medical Center offers an online ER waiting service that allows you to select an arrival time and wait at home.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: ST. JOSEPH’S MEDICAL CENTER 1800 N. California St. Stockton, (209) 943-2000 StJosephsCares.org/ER

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GET GREAT LEGS  BY NORA HESTON TARTE

We work hard for the bodies we have. Hours in the gym spent toning muscles and days at the salon waxing and massaging—all in the name of beauty. So, what do you do when venous diseases such as varicose veins start breaking up the smooth lines you’ve worked so hard for?

A minimally invasive treatment called the ClosureFAST Procedure, a varicose vein ablation treatment, can help. This minimally invasive procedure is performed in the office under local anesthesia in less than an hour.

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The ClosureFAST Procedure gets patients back on their feet immediately. Because just a local anesthetic is used, all patients walk right out of their appointments and return to normal activity.

This procedure is covered by Medicare, private insurances and Medi-Cal.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: STOCKTON CARDIOLOGY 415 E Harding Way, # D, Stockton, (209) 944-5750, StocktonCardiology.com

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increased peak bone mineral density, effectiveMany women view strength training ly protecting against future osteoporosis. as a man’s activity. According to Ian “It’s a lot less intimidating than you think,” Maeser, owner of The Shop Fitness in Ian says of strength training for women. “You Lodi, that couldn’t be further from the truth; don’t have to be in shape to get in shape, everyit’s actually quite the opposite. one has a day one.”

“What a lot of people don’t know is that Many of the movements incorporated in strength training not only strengthens your strength training are workouts you’re familiar muscles but it also strengthens your bones. with. Squats, lunges, and step-ups are all a key Muscle mass and bone mass are directly conpart of the routine. Incorponected and the higher your rating resistance bands and bone density, the less likely weights is one way to add difyou are to develop osteopoficulty as you grow. rosis,” he says.

Starting with a slower pace Osteoporosis is a disease and lighter weights helps, as that affects 20 percent of does working with an expeCaucasian women over the rienced trainer. Proper guidage of 50. Even more suffer ance and instruction leads to Ian Maeser, Owner, from low bone mass. Sixproper technique and form, The Shop Fitness ty-eight percent of the 54 and with time, pace and million Americans at risk weight can be increased. for osteoporosis are women.

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What causes the correlation between overwhelming, joining a class can help. Not strength training and increased bone density is only does a class atmosphere offer a social unclear, but more than two dozen studies have component to working out, it provides instrucsupported the claim. One study even showed tion at a lower cost than one-on-one training. that weight bearing exercises before puberty

“You don’t have to be in shape to get in shape, everyone has a day one,”

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Instruction at this level is positive for those doing strength training for the first time. There’s no guesswork involved, so you know you’re doing it right.

“One of the best ways women can partake in strength training is through group training classes like the ones we offer at The Shop,” Ian advises. “Group training classes offer a high-energy atmosphere that keeps you motivated and having fun!”

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KNOW WHEN

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 BY JENNIFER MOULAISON

Let’s face it… emergencies don’t always happen during regular business hours.

Stockton Urgent Care Medical Clinic (SUCMC) has been serving the Stockton community for over 30 years by providing a caring family practice and a fully functional Urgent Care that is open seven days a week with a ‘no appointment necessary’ policy and extended business hours.

So what are some of the do’s and don’ts for seeking the right level of medical attention?

1.

Urgent Care scenarios are medical ailments that are serious enough to be treated urgently, but do not require the advanced medical interventions that an Emergency Room can provide. Some of these medical scenarios are: Cuts and lacerations requiring stitches, fever, Flu, skin rashes or infections, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, sprains and muscle strains, and urinary tract infections. All these and more can be treated at SUCMC.

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In an emergency scenario such as a possible Heart Attack or Stroke, the best advice is ‘when in doubt…call 9-1-1’.

Urgent Care as a medical entity is unique in that it is a stepping point to the Emergency Room. It is here that the ‘not serious enough for the ER’ situation is resolved.

At Stockton Urgent Care Medical Clinic, our physician can assess the situation and stabilize the patient who then may be transferred to the Emergency Room for more advanced medical treatment if needed.

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SUCMC as a Family Practice also treats chronic medical conditions such as Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, and Thyroid problems as well as performing yearly physicals, DOT physicals, and sport physicals.

These types of visits are best done earlier in the day rather than the last thirty minutes prior to closing. It is best to save this time for true emergencies.

Ultimately, Stockton Urgent Care Medical Clinic is here to provide the community with as much medical support as it can, before its members must seek additional care found at hospitals.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: STOCKTON URGENT CARE MEDICAL CLINIC

1148 W. Hammer Ln., Stockton (209) 952-9696, StocktonUrgentCare.com

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Stockton Urgent Care Medical Clinic Inc. Stockton Urgent Care Medical Clinic and Family Practice has had the proud honor of serving the Stockton community for over 28 years. In that time, Stockton Urgent Care has evolved in response to the requests of the community by incorporating Family Practice into its scope of care and has embraced advancing medical technology by implementing Electronic Medical Records and on site Digital X-Rays to further enhance the streamline medical care at Stockton Urgent Care. Along with numerous professional recognitions including Certification by the Urgent Care Association of America, the greatest accolades have been being named “Best of San Joaquin County” a record EIGHT times by the Greater Stockton Community. With heartfelt appreciation, it is hoped that Stockton Urgent Care Medical Clinic and Family Practice will be able to continue to participate in the Stockton Community’s health care for many years to come.

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SELECTtheRIGHT

EYEWEAR FOR YOU  BY JENNIFER MOULAISON

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Whether you have a light prescription for reading the Sunday paper or a highly nearsighted prescription for driving, finding the ideal pair of eyewear can be an arduous task.

Be sure you’re prepared with the right information to make choosing the most noticeable accessory you’ll wear feel effortless.

Know your insurance coverage: According to Dr. Devinder Grewal of Zeiter Eye Medical Group, “Most Vision Plans will cover annual eye exams but not necessarily cover glasses every year. In addition, the majority of insurance plans will cover either glasses or contact lenses, but not both.” Zeiter Eye’s staff can help you decide how to maximize your insurance coverage.

Your glasses prescription can influence the way you choose frames: As Dr. Grewal explains, “When picking out multifocal glasses it’s important to have frames that will accommodate your visual needs for both distance and near vision.”

Consider your intended use for your glasses: If you’re using your prescription only when reading or using the computer, it’s helpful to keep in mind a short-style frame to easily see over the top for distance vision.

Investing in multiple frames can pay off: If your vision needs correction for distance, sunglasses can be a wise addition to everyday frames. “When picking out sunglasses, large frames are not only in style but will also give your eyes and eyelid skin maximum UV protection,” says Dr. Grewal.

Your face shape, eye color and overall desired aesthetics play a role in choosing frames as well. According to Dr. Grewal, “When picking out a particular style of glasses one needs to make sure the frame complements the shape of the face and feels comfortable.” Softer curved faces, like oval and round, should seek angular glasses 112

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with sharp, clean lines that are proportional to the face. Square faces? You guessed it—these will benefit most from softer round and oval eyewear styles. For heartshaped faces, oval and round frames will work but focus on finding frames that sit slightly wider than your forehead for visual balance.

So what about eyewear trends? We’re seeing a rise in favor for softer frames made of lighter acetate (slightly translucent synthetic material). These can come in an array of trendy hues from rich greens to bold blues, which are taking the place of the stark black tones that used to be more popular. Looking for something unique in

terms of material? A mix of acetate and metal frames has a subtle, vintage feel and can offer a less heavy look on the face while still making a bold impact.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: ZEITER EYE MEDICAL GROUP INC. (209) 466-5566, ZeiterEye.com STOCKTON: 255 E. Weber Ave. & 1801 E. March Ln. LODI: 421 S. Ham Ln. MANTECA: 1630 W. Yosemite Ave., # 3

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LOSE WEIGHT & FEEL GREAT!!  LINDSEY RODRIAN

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Whether you’re looking to lose 10—or 100—pounds, Medifast in Tracy can provide the tools, guidance, and support you need for success. Oh. And did we mention this success is a guaranteed two pounds of fat a week!

This meal-replacement program ensures weight loss breakthroughs and stands tall against the competition due to its tried and true practices backed by over 20,000 doctors and the American Diabetes Association.

Perfect for busy people on the go, the program’s success is fueled by its Medifast Meals that are fortified with essential vitamins and minerals needed for healthy weight loss—and can satisfy cravings ranging from savory or sweet, chewy or crunchy, hot or cold, and more. Choose from over 80 different, convenient and delicious pre-packaged meals that don’t require refrigeration and can be easily prepared in seconds. Know what that means?!

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Now that Medifast has removed time and convenience from your list of reasons why you’re putting off a life-changing experience—lets talk lifestyle. It’s no secret that diets often fail when intertwined with a social life, and that’s why weekly one-on-one counseling sessions are a staple of the program.

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But, how do you lose all the weight without also losing muscle mass? The Medifast program ensures that you don’t lose muscle mass while dropping serious pounds by maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. “When your blood sugar is normalized, you’re much less likely to overeat, or have food cravings,” says Kimberly Standridge, Center Manger.

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 BY NORA HESTON TARTE

A well-balanced meal is the best way to start your morning. While the habit of eating breakfast is strong in American toddlers and preschoolers, breakfast consumption dips, as kids get older. Approximately 50 percent of middle school students eat breakfast, a number that drops to 36 percent in high school.

“I would say the number of students not eating a good breakfast is about 80 percent,” says Zebulon Gromm, a physical education teacher at Health Careers Academy High School in Stockton (HCA). “People don’t know what a good breakfast is. The high sugar cereal, doughnuts, and syrup coffee drinks we see students eating and drinking is not breakfast, it’s junk food… Breakfast should be a balanced meal with protein, healthy fats, fiber, vegetables, and whole grains.”

Not eating breakfast is linked to poor concentration, which affects grades for students and work performance in adults. Eating a high-sugar breakfast doesn’t improve the situation either, resulting in an insulin rush followed by an energy crash not long after.

These foods don’t provide the right nutrients to stay energized and focused before lunch.

“Breakfast has been suggested to positively affect learning in children in terms of behavior, cognitive, and school performance,” says Aaron Mata, Principal at HCA. Aaron recommends apples, bananas, string cheese, wheat toast, eggs, or peanut butter. “We recommend that students eat a breakfast with a sufficient amount of fiber and protein,” he says. “It is important to stay away from large amounts of sugar in the morning.”

HCA offers on-campus breakfast for students. That takes away some of the barriers that may be preventing students from eating a healthy breakfast. Kids can’t claim lack of knowledge about proper nutrition if the school is providing a healthy meal. It also removes any barriers of access that may exist.

Regardless, only eight percent of students at HCA take advantage of the school’s breakfast program, which is available to all students.

Removing barriers to eating a good breakfast is the hardest part.

If time is an issue, or waking up early enough to prepare breakfast is hard, start preparation the night before. Opt for a campus breakfast if offered, and if not, meal prep nutritious meals or health bars at-home that can be grabbed on a rush out the door. As parents, get involved in the process to ensure kids are eating a good breakfast, and then grab a serving for you to lead by example.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: HEALTH CAREERS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL 931 E. Magnolia St. Stockton, (209) 933-7360 StocktonUSD.net

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PROFILES THE AREA’S FINEST

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San Joaquin County is home to many top medical professionals. These select men and women strive to bring us the best, most innovative and effective care, keeping abreast of the latest research and cutting-edge technology. They strive for this excellence to provide quality service to everyone from infants to aging adults. Their passion stems beyond work, as they support and maintain our greatest asset: our health.

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HEALTH

Professional PROFILES

STEPHANIE M. DENTONI, MD, FSVM

Certified by the American Board of Vascular Medicine & the American Board of Venous & Lymphatic Medicine

Dr. Dentoni is a private practice physician and President of California Vein & Vascular Institute in Stockton, CA. She has dedicated her practice to varicose vein disease and thrombophilia (blood clotting disorders) for over ten years. At the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, she completed an internal medicine residency and a vascular medicine fellowship. She continued her education to include phlebology, the treatment of varicose vein disease, and is certified by the American Board of Vascular Medicine and the American Board of Vascular and Lymphatic Medicine. She is a fellow of the Society for Vascular Medicine. Dr. Dentoni is devoted to training other physicians in the field of phlebology. She is a nationally and internationally recognized speaker in varicose vein disease and thrombophilia. She has been invited and participated in PBS specials and educational workshops for varicose vein disease and is a board member of the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Disease. At California Vein & Vascular Institute she is proud to offer state-of-the-art technology for the treatment of varicose vein disease. All treatments are in the office, minimally invasive with no recovery time. Her office staff is friendly, accommodating and , professional and strive to know each patient personally. Dr. Stephanie M. Dentoni, experience and integrity, specializing in varicose vein treatment.

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Professional PROFILES

MITCHELL BLUM, MD | Fellow American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellow American Board of Otolaryngology Dr. Mitchell Blum, a double board certified surgeon in Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgery) and Facial Plastic Surgery, has proudly served San Joaquin residents since 2009. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Blum has practiced in Washington, D.C., Pennsylvania, Sacramento, and even served in the Air Force as chief of the Ear Nose Throat department at Mather Air Force Base Hospital in Sacramento. And with deep roots planted in community service, Dr. Blum has been a Rotarian for 20 years, and now belongs to the Rotary Club of Tracy.

His philosophy is simple and EPIC (every patient interaction counts), and he prides him on his focused mission to listen to patient’s needs and expectations. For cosmetic patients, Dr. Blum offers facial rejuvenation procedures to match their hopes and dreams. For ENT patients, he fashions a treatment plan that is rationally based on the patient’s concerns and his medical findings. Blum Facial Surgery’s staff works as a unit to educate, support, and achieve the best possible results they can obtain, for you.

TRACY: 2160 W. Grant Line Rd., Ste. 250 SAN RAMON: 2301 Camino Ramon Ste. 215 MANTECA:1144 Norman Dr., Ste. 204

(866)598-4453, info@blumfacialsurgery.com, BlumFacialSurgery.com

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THOMAS B. MCNEMAR, MD, FACS

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Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Dr. McNemar was named amongst the “Best of the Bay” by KRON-4 television. A respected authority on plastic surgery, he is co-author of Breast Augmentation and Body Contouring. The book features various “Mommy Makeover” procedures such as breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and VASER liposuction. He has most recently published Bariatric Plastic Surgery: A Guide to Cosmetic Surgery After Weight Loss. A skilled cosmetic surgeon with a perfectionist’s streak and an eye for detail, Dr. McNemar offers a range of procedures to enhance each patient’s unique, natural beauty.

TRACY: 2160 W. Grant Line Rd., Ste. 250, (209) 834-0626 SAN RAMON: 2301 Camino Ramon Ste. 215, (925) 967-2804

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DR. MICHAEL MEQUIO |

Zeiter Eye Medical Group

For more than 50 years, the Zeiter family has been providing residents of San Joaquin County the gift of sight. The practice started with Henry Zeiter, who founded Zeiter Eye Medical Group in 1962. Since then, Zeiter Eye has grown to eight ophthalmologists and nine optometrists. Today, Zeiter Eye Medical Group provides a number of services, including cataract surgery, Lasik surgery, glaucoma management, retinal disease management, eyelid surgery, and routine eye exams at six convenient locations in Stockton, Lodi, Manteca, Tracy, and Sonora.

The physicians at Zeiter Eye are pleased to welcome their newest ophthalmologist to the Zeiter Team, Dr. Michael Mequio. Prior to joining Zeiter Eye, Dr. Mequio practiced in Seattle and served in the United States Air Force, earning the Meritorious Service Medal.

Dr. Mequio completed his undergraduate degree at Kalamazoo College and attended Wayne State University for medical school. He completed his residency training at Kresge Eye Institute and served as Chief Resident.

At Zeiter Eye, Dr. Mequio will be practicing general ophthalmology to include cataract surgery, glaucoma management, and age-related macular degeneration treatment. Dr. Mequio is happy to have relocated to Stockton with his wife, Devin, and three young children. Like the other physicians at Zeiter Eye, Dr. Mequio has an interest in humanitarian medicine and has enjoyed medical service trips to Zambia, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Thailand. When Dr. Mequio is not in the office, he is busy chasing after his three young children. His family enjoys the outdoors and they are looking forward to exploring the Delta and beautiful areas that surround the Central Valley.

Dr. Mequio is looking forward to building long-lasting relationships within the community.

Multiple locations throughout San Joaquin County, (209) 466-5566, ZeiterEye.com

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Dr. Manshadi’s philosophy parallels the true art of medicine taught and practiced by the father of medicine, Hippocrates: “To treat patients with kindness and compassion” utilizing the latest in medical knowledge and technology. To schedule an appointment please call (209)944-5530 FELLOWSHIP TRAINING: UC Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, Calif. INTERNSHIP AND RESIDENCY: California Pacific Medical center in Affiliation with UCSF San Francisco, Calif. MEDICAL EDUCATION: Medical Doctor, UHS/ The Chicago Medical School, Master of Science in Physiology, UHS/The Chicago Medical School Bachelor of Science in Physiology, UC Davis. AWARDS: Future Leader Award, CA, American College of Cardiology Young Physician Award, San Joaquin Medical Society, Americas Top Doctors, Castle Connoelly Top Doctors. CERTIFICATIONS: ABIM; Internal Medicine, ABIM; Cardiovascular Medicine, ABIM; Interventional Cardiology. PRESENT AND PAST POSITIONS: President Elect, American College of Cardiology, California Chapter, Team Cardiologist, Sacramento Republic professional Soccer Team Immediate past President, San Joaquin Medical Society, Associate Clinical Professor, UC Davis. EXPERTISE: Sport Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, Trans Aortic Valve Replacements Lipids, Congestive Heart Failure, Venous Ablations for Varicose veins STOCKTON: 2633 Pacific Ave., Stockton LODI: 999 S. Fairmont Ave., Lod

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Anisha Ranchhod is a board-certified pediatric dentist with an MSD in Pediatric Dentistry. She completed her dental training in an accelerated program at University of the Pacific, and then completed a yearlong general practice residency at the esteemed Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. She also completed a two-year residency at Loma Linda University obtaining her Certification in Pediatric Dentistry, and continued on to become a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Anisha, a San Joaquin County native, has chosen to return to her community to establish her private practice. She believes strongly in children visiting a dentist before age 1 so that cavity prevention can begin early, and so that children in the community grow and develop with the same highly-qualified dentist. Dr. Anisha has experience treating children of all ages and those with special needs. She is continuously expanding the services in her office with the focus on many preventative treatment modalities.

She offers in-office IV sedation and has privileges for general anesthesia in an OR setting. The combination of a kind and personable staff and Dr. Anisha’s knowledge and proficiency in dentistry make this the perfect setting for children.

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DESIREE COYKENDALL Owner

Desiree Coykendall’s journey began in La Jolla and led her to Pleasanton, Danville and ultimately to Tracy.

A healthy, active lifestyle has always been import to Desiree. From high school to college, Desiree has always taken an interest in caring for the whole body.

Desiree has been the co-owner of Allure Salon and Spa in Tracy, CA since 2009.This last year, Desiree was able to combine her knowledge, training and experience with her desire to help others achieve a healthy, active lifestyle by becoming owner of the Medifast Weight Control Center in Tracy, CA. Medifast Weight Control Center of Tracy has been serving the San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties for the past 10 years. Medifast has been helping clients achieve their weight loss goals and their healthy lifestyle goals.

Medifast Weight Control program has been recommended by over 20,000 physicians. Through the scientifically-based weight control system and individualized counseling, clients are able to reach their weight loss goals and healthy lifestyle goals.

From the moment you set foot in the center, you’ll recognize what separates us from the rest. The comprehensive approach to wellness focuses on each client’s long term success. Weight loss plans, weight measurement, meal plans and coaching are seamlessly integrated and tailored to meet each client’s specific goals and needs.

Come by the Medifast Weight Control Center of Tracy and see how we can help you on your journey to a healthy and active lifestyle.

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Board-Certified and San Joaquin magazine reader-celebrated, Dr. Hugh L. Vu treats his plastic surgery patients like they are members of his own family. He meticulously plans and customizes every procedure to give his patients beautiful, natural-looking results. Dr. Vu specializes in facial rejuvenation, body contouring, and all breast procedures, while his Skin & Laser Center offers advanced medical grade services such as laser hair reduction, Botox, collagen remodeling, cellulite treatments, microdermabrasion, and much more. In addition to cosmetic surgery, Dr. Vu brings to Stockton his reconstructive surgery expertise from his teaching career at UC Davis and as senior plastic surgeon at Sacramento’s Shriners Hospital for Children. Dr. Vu’s commitment to safety and excellence has earned him the confidence of patients and colleagues in Northern California and internationally.

Thank you for voting Dr. Vu “Best Cosmetic Surgeon” in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016!

We look forward to serving you in 2017!

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AJAY RAMANAKUMAR, MD, MPH - Interventional Cardiologist I am committed to providing compassionate; evidence based cardiovascular care in a patient centered manner. I will work closely with my patients and their family and actively involve them in the decision making process. Ajay Ramanakumar has joined Stockton Cardiology Medical Group and is on the medical staff at St. Joseph’s Medical Center.

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ST. JOSEPH’S BREAST CENTER OF EXCELLENCE St. Joseph’s Breast Center of Excellence offers those being diagnosed and treated for breast cancer a unique, patientcentered environment for healing. Working with a team of breast care experts, patients have access to comprehensive breast imaging services, genetic counseling, and advanced medical and radiation oncology. An experienced, multidisciplinary panel of doctors will focus their efforts on designing individualized treatment plans for each patient, providing the best possible care, close to home. Additionally, a breast cancer Patient Navigator is available to guide patients through the entire cancer treatment and recovery process - from diagnosis to survivorship.

St. Joseph’s Breast Center of Excellence is accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). Accreditation by the NAPBC is only given to those centers that have committed to provide the highest level of quality breast care and that undergo a rigorous evaluation process and review of their performance. Accreditation also ensures that each patient continues to be treated with the latest standards in mind.

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ST. JOSEPH’S BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CENTER At St. Joseph’s Behavioral Health Center, the focus is on understanding and caring for the whole person. With over twentyfive years of experience in behavioral health, our physicians and licensed professionals specialize in adding more life to your years.

St. Joseph’s Behavioral Health Center provides comprehensive behavioral health services for psychiatric and chemical dependency disorders, including day treatment programs, and outpatient services.

The staff of specially trained professionals are committed to providing compassionate, quality care, and creating an atmosphere that fosters communication, trust, and personal growth. Each patient receives an individualized treatment plan to restore function and enhance life skills.

St. Joseph’s Behavioral Health Center also provides free behavioral evaluations, as a community service, free of charge. The screening evaluation is provided to help identify needs and make appropriate referrals. Call St. Joseph’s Behavioral Health Center at 209.948.2100 or visit StJosephsCanHelp.org for more information or to make an appointment.

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ST. JOSEPH’S HEART & VASCULAR INSTITUTE The nationally recognized Heart and Vascular Institute at St. Joseph’s Medical Center offers a full range of services to care for your heart, including emergency heart attack treatment, cardiac and vascular diagnostics and testing, and advanced surgical options. As a designated STEMI heart attack receiving center, certified Chest Pain Center and an accredited Stroke Center, St. Joseph’s Heart & Vascular Institute has a legacy of commitment and dedication to providing the best possible care for heart patients in our community.

With the addition of a new cardiac hybrid suite, St. Joseph’s is one of a select group of providers, and the first in our region, to offer patients Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), a less invasive procedure for heart valve replacement designed for patients with advanced heart disease. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a heart condition, call St. Joseph’s Heart Patient Navigator at (209) 467-6540 to learn more about our services and to get connected to resources, information, and support.

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REINVENT YOUR HOME FOR THE

Holidays  BY LINDSEY RODRIAN

Hosting season is almost upon us! And sure, the kids are back at school, but your house is still reflective of the three months spent surviving the summer heat...I mean, enjoying quality family time together. Maybe there are crayon drawings on the wall, stains on the carpet, rips in the window treatments. We’re not here to judge, just to help.

It’s no secret home improvement projects can be timely and inconvenient, but when you utilize local experts, your time can be freed and you can confidently shop, plan, and organize the holidays away—and reap the benefits once your home is filled with loved ones and ready to take on the task of serving as center stage!

ADD A SPLASH

A simple backsplash swap or addition can breathe new life into your kitchen or bathroom, and is a fairly small project considering the impact. Not only does the addition bring aesthetics, it boasts protection from water damage, stains, and spills.

Local family business, Lodi Quality Tile & Granite, has nearly 20 years of experience, and skill set for projects of all sizes, detail, and difficulty.

Tile remains the most popular backsplash option, but natural stone is quickly catching up to number one. Emerging trends welcome all types of material—ranging from shiny metal to rustic wood (think an antique wood mosaic in your kitchen…. Drool!)

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Don’t feel like you have to play it “safe” when choosing your material— as a backsplash that contrasts with counter tops allows both surfaces to pop, adding a unique element. Plus, the space covered is typically small, so bold colors and patterns that may seem overwhelming will instead add tons of character and serve as a statement piece.

INSTALL A SPA

Nothing screams luxury, or upgrade, quite like a spa addition. Yeah, the inlaws may never want to leave, but you also have bliss attainable at home and at your fingertips.

Today’s hot tub technology offers perks like customizable massage, outstanding craftsmanship, and even energy efficient tubs. The Spa Doctor Inc., a local Hot Tub and Swim Spa retailer, works to make your dream a reality with financing options and even refurbished spa sales that come with a warranty.

INVEST IN NEW FURNITURE

If you don’t know where to start with your worn down “first home” furniture—consider calling in an expert. Interior designers can help you get the most bang for your buck, and tie all of your investments together. Kathleen Jennison of KTJ Design Co boasts years of experience, and cutting-edge creativity. Help her help you!

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Now that the kids and dog are older, you can ditch the dented, scratched, and possibly chewed dining room table and chairs for something a bit more elegant. Your Thanksgiving table setting will thank you, and your dining room will take on a whole new feel. Daniger Furniture in Lodi is stocked full of handcrafted furniture made right here in the USA. Choose from solid wood or laminate tables, and a wide variety of chair designs sure to accentuate your style.

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Keep the in-laws comfy with an adjustable Sleep-Ezz bed from Thornton House Furniture in Lodi. These bad boys come with a lifetime warranty, offer customizable sleep options, and even a massager—all at a fraction of competitors’ costs.

Amp up your entertainment space with help from Homestyles Furniture and their vast inventory of Living Area upgrades. Even small purchases like decorative pillows can bring a drab room, or couch, to life. Or, make old new with expert restoration upholstery work from Alverson’s Fabric & Furniture.

MAKE YOUR HOME ENERGY EFFICIENT

No one enjoys high cooling or heating bills, and yet we so often neglect to take the steps necessary to reduce heat and cooling loss in the household. Before you spend another summer suffering the heat, or chilling the winter away, check out our tried and true tricks for minimizing energy loss in your home and enjoy your air system to its fullest!

Begin with the entry points of your household. Do the bottoms of your doors have a weather strip? If they do, assess their current condition. They shouldn’t be allowing any outside air in, or vice

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versa. If they don’t, or if they are allowing free airflow, it’s time to install a new one. On a similar note, check the crannies and cracks around your windowpanes. If you feel airflow, find a sealant at your local hardware store that works according to the size of the gap.

If your home is filled with singlepane windows, form a budget plan that will allow you to replace these windows with dual-pane in the future. This simple switch, although a little costly in the short term, will pay itself off over the years by preventing summer heat from creeping in, or warm air from escaping during winter. How does this work?

The ducts floating from room to room are your number one concern when it comes to air circulation in the household. Contact local professionals, like Lovotti Air or Air Tech Heating and Air Conditioning, to perform full diagnostics on your system to ensure maximum air circulation around the household, locate leaks and joint displacement, and bring larger savings to your wallet!

INSTALL SOLAR PANELS

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Vivint Solar, another local company, offers different plans that allow for little to no upfront cost, lease options, and utilization of tax credits and incentives.

Now that your house has been re-tuned to its naturally welcoming vibes, take a moment to settle into one of those newly furnished accent chairs, plush cushion and all, and take in the picturesque sight before you. Feels good, doesn’t it?

And don’t worry, the holidays -and the bundles of families that come along with them- are still a few, excruciating weeks away.

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LLAS BIG Family Adventures

Dallas is the biggest metro in the biggest state where everything is, well, bigger. Packed with family-friendly activities for all ages, the Dallas Metropolitan Area boasts everything from sporting events to amusement parks, museums to medieval shows. Check out our list of the top 10 family-friendly things to do and see in Dallas, and then book a trip to visit before the romping state fair closes for the season on October 22. After all, October is the ideal time to visit the South, when temperatures have cooled, and the weather is perfect for exploring both indoors and out.

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Taste Grub from Celeb Chefs at the State Fair

Only in Texas would the state fair offer up eats made by celebrity chefs from across the state.

The Celebrity Kitchen is a mainstay of the event, inviting guests to watch cooks perfect their craft in front of a live audience. Pick up some free tips—and some free bites—while you watch the masters at work. The Kitchen is hardly all the state fair has to offer. Live entertainment includes some of the biggest names in music (Maren Morris and Flo Rida are both scheduled to perform), fair food rivals fare from gourmet restaurants, exhibits are museum-worthy, arts and craft fairs turn out winning works of art, and Xpogo, a team of pogo professionals, show off their skills with gravity-defying tricks, flips, and spins on one of the state fair’s many entertainment stages. (BigTex.com) 144

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Take a Historic Walk in Dealey Plaza It may be a somber walk, but Dealey Plaza is one of the most visited attractions in Dallas. The site of JFK’s Assassination, committed as the President rolled through the plaza during a parade, has been named a National Historic Landmark, so both the plaza and the buildings that surround it (thought to be both possible spots the shooter acted from and witness areas) have been untouched, giving a true look back at that day in history. One block from the Plaza sits a centograph to honor JFK, and the sixth and seventh floors of the Texas School Book Depository, located in the plaza, is home to The Sixth Floor Museum, which examines the life, death, and legacy of the late President John F. Kennedy. It is located at the exact spot the government believes Lee Harvey Oswald shot Kennedy from.

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Go Back in Time with Medieval Times

Ever wanted to slip back in time to visit the world of brave knights and trusty steeds? Visit the 11th Century at Medieval Times, where families enjoy an old-timey dinner show with plenty of action. Each guest is seated in the castle’s stands, given the name of a fighting knight to cheer for. As you tear through roasted chicken and drink from goblets, you’ll witness a series of duels and contests performed by resident knights. Not to mention, displays of expert horsemanship and falconry. (MedievalTimes.com)

Visit the Animals at the Dallas World Aquarium

Located in the West End Historic District of Dallas, the Dallas World Aquarium is home to underwater creatures and assorted zoo animals. The top level of the aquarium was created to mimic the Orinoco Rainforest in Venezuela. It houses free-flying birds and other wildlife native to the rainforest, including three-toed sloths and Antillean manatees. Water-dwelling creatures include electric eels and Orinoco crocodiles. The lower level is home to the aquarium—featuring sea anemones, jellyfish, coral, and other sea creatures from around the world. The tanks house organisms from Japan, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, British Columbia, the Bahamas, Fiji, Palau, Southern Australia, Lord Howe Island, and the Solomon Islands. If your brood wasn’t satisfied with this collection, take them to the Dallas Zoo, a 106-acre park that more than 2,000 animals call home. The www.sanjoaquinmagazine.com

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zoo recently welcomed two of its rarest animals, two wild ass babies (you read that right) from Somali. In August, these foals were born ten days apart to a pair of mamas inhabiting the zoo.

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See the Whole Town From The Reunion Tower

The Reunion Tower observation deck is the best place to catch glimpses of the entire city, 560 feet in the air. In addition to 360-degree city views, the tower features two restaurants, a gift shop, and eye-catching light shows the kids will love! Every month the GeO-Deck hosts a new line-up of games and activities for families, including bingo games, science experiments, and storytimes, so you can partake in all of the activities your kids typically enjoy, with a view that rivals any you’ve seen before. On the deck, use the interactive constellation software to leave a permanent mark that says, “we were here,” in the form of a star (reminiscent of the city locks in Paris). When you’re ready to eat, Cloud Nine Café offers light fare Monday-Friday and hot meals on the weekends. Five Sixty, the other sky-view eatery, takes it up a notch. The fare is re-imagined Asian cuisine, and the restaurant revolves as you eat to deliver the best dinner view in the city.

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Scream Your Head Off at Six Flags Over Texas

Ever wanted to soar 16 stories through the air at speeds of 60-80 mph?

In this ultimate skydiving experience, no parachute is needed. It’s just one of the thrill rides offered at Six Flags Over Texas, located near Cowboys Stadium in Arlington. Many of the rides have a Marvel theme, with super-hero names like BATMAN: The Ride, Catwoman Whip, and Justice League: Battle for Metropolis. But what will really make you scream has nothing to do with the rides at all. In October, Six Flags presents FrightFest, where zombies and ghouls takeover the park to hunt and haunt guests once the sun goes down. During the day the spookfest continues, with costume contests, scary-oke, and spooky performances by park residents. For the faint of heart, there are some old-school roller coasters to appease, plus activities and shows primed for the family. (SixFlags.com/ OverTexas)

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Root for the Home Team at AT&T Stadium

Not far from Dallas Proper in Arlington, AT&T Stadium is home to the famed Dallas Cowboys. The state-of-the-art facility stays true to the “everything is bigger in Texas” motto, able to hold 105,000 roaring fans (or non-fans). See the retractable roof in person, watch games in the open-air stadium, and grub from on-site restaurant Stadium Club, offering a premier modern dining experience with all of the comforts of your favorite sports bar. In October, the Dallas Cowboys take on the St. Louis Rams (Oct. 1) and the Green Bay Packers (Oct. 8) at home. During baseball season, the Texas Rangers play mere steps from AT&T Stadium at Globe Life Park. (DallasCowboys.com/Stadium)

Continue Your Historic Journey at The Dallas Holocaust Museum

Its full name is The Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education & Tolerance, and it’s home to some shattering displays and lessons of this dark period. For older kids, the museum offers a better look at the events they learn about in their history books, while younger children are encouraged to become an upstander—someone who stands up for what is right while learning about tolerance. At the museum, survivors come to speak about their experiences and share their stories with visitors. The Core Exhibit (the permanent exhibit within the museum) focuses on one day in history—April 19, 1943—and three events that took place that day to illustrate wartime heroism, Jewish resistance against all odds, and government and diplomatic indifference to the fate of Europe’s Jews. Rotating exhibits offer more in-depth looks at various aspects of the war and the lives of those involved. It’s a harrowing experience that visitors celebrate as a humanizing look at the Holocaust. (DallasHolocaustMuseum.org) www.sanjoaquinmagazine.com

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See Large Longhorn Cattle at Pioneer Park

Looking for some of that iconic Western culture promised in Texas? Pioneer Park—a heavily visited tourist site in Dallas—may be your best bet for such a sighting. Inside the 4.2acre park—the largest open space in Dallas’ business district—sits a large, iconic sculpture of cattle, created to commemorate the nineteenth century cattle drives that took place along the Shawnee Trail, frequented by Texas’ longhorn cattle. The statue stays true to Texas’ promise to be big—with 49 bronze steers standing six-feet high and three trail riders amongst them, it is the largest bronze monument of its kind in the world. Outside the park, restaurants are aplenty, the Pioneer Park Cemetery offers another fascinating look at the area’s history, and the Convention Center houses large events and collections.

Stop to Smell the Roses at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

There are few places more beautiful to walk than inside an arboretum and botanical garden. With rows upon rows of blooming flower gardens set in a 66-acre park featuring fountains and manicured grounds, the Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden is one of the best. There is always tons going on at the Dallas hotspot, including weekend wine tasting, after-hours sunset viewing, and

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traditional three-course garden teas offered in the on-site, DeGolyer House—the garden’s centerpiece.

The mission of the Arboretum is to preserve history and nature while also acting as a public venue dedicated to horticulture and education.

Within the gardens, children will most enjoy the Rory Meyers Children’s Adventure Garden. Overlooking White Rock Lake, the eight-acre section of the arboretum is dedicated to education, teaching children and their families about Earth science through 150+ kid-friendly activities, including The Texas Skywalk, The Moody Oasis, A Walk in the Clouds, and more. With children’s galleries and a café primed for family meals, it’s the ideal place to spend a family day in Dallas. (DallasArboretum.org)

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It’s a Friday night and the tables are bustling with conversation. Clinking glasses and laughter merges with the sizzle of a steak on its way to a table and the careful slosh of another hearty pour of wine. These sounds echo under the dim mood lighting, providing guests with their own sweet serenade during dinner. It’s a hearty melody that enhances the senses, and prepares the appetite for another fine meal at Ernie’s Food & Spirits.

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Serving up this experience has come naturally for one of Manteca’s leading restaurants, celebrating its fifth year this December. Nestled in the far back of a parking lot off Main street, Ernie’s Food & Spirits is a treat to uncover. Once discovered, it provides locals with a taste of five-star dining over and again, and offers out-oftowners a sweet reprieve before their departure. Inevitably, it drives them to return much sooner than they might have expected, just to have a taste of succulent cuts of filet mignon or fresh, wild fish.

High-quality ingredients are the base to every well-seasoned meal. And produce has as much say in what is offered on the menu as the chef, who allows only the freshest, in-season entrees to reach his guests. Because of such standards, the menu must always

evolve, changing almost quarterly to ensure ripe fruits and vegetables are always readily available. But who’s to say that such strict standards are a bad thing? Especially when every visit could mean sampling from an entirely enhanced structure of dishes, built upon one another to satisfy even the ficklest appetite?

Imagine, for a moment, just a few of the classics often offered on the menu.

“A 12-ounce Bison Rib Steak, prepared with the current season in mind,” says Kimberly Stone, General Manager at Ernie’s. “This is an amazing dish that is a great alternative for a steak eater. Filet Mignon and Lobster Tail is a classic duo that consists of choice center-cut tenderloin and butter poached-cold water lobster, plated with seasonal vegetables and garlic mashed potatoes.”

Weekly seasonal fish are always available for those looking for a fresh catch from the watery depths. And grilled octopus, sliced and served over a chickpea and arugula salad with Piquillo pepper sauce offers a different variation to the often overindulged calamari plate.

But monumental menu options aren’t the only trick up the establishment’s sleeve. Spirit aficionados can revel in the extensive library of whiskey, scotch, cognac, and bourbon stocked along the shelves in the bar room. Guests can have themselves a seat at the bar or the tables nearby to take full advantage of Ernie’s Happy Hour, which runs Monday through Thursday, from 4 to 7 PM. And, if it isn’t already made apparent by the volume of bottles aligning the nearby walls, Ernie’s can satisfy your need for a variety of wine varietals from across the world.

Whether you’re out for the night of your life, looking to celebrate a very special occasion, or would like to savor the simpler joys in life, like a finely seared steak, tip your taste buds to the restaurant that can satisfy such sublime cravings.

YOUR TABLE IS READY AT:

ERNIE’S FOOD & SPIRITS 1351 N. Main St. Manteca, (209) 239-3351 ErniesFoodandSpirits.com

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James Beard Chef Shakes up Lodi Food Scene  SUZANNE LEDBETTER

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If you haven’t heard, Chef Bradley Ogden, a pioneer in farm to fork dining, has settled in Lodi.

Bradley was hired as the Culinary Director for both Wine & Roses and Rosewood. Named the Best Chef of California by the James Beard Foundation, Bradley brings his inventive cuisine to Lodi’s premier fine dining establishments.

He also brings an incredible amount of experience and leadership to a culinary team eager to learn from one of America’s most renowned chefs.

His New American Cuisine derives from his Midwestern roots. Growing up in Michigan, he fondly recalls fishing, hunting, and foraging off the land. His philosophy is to keep it simple and to source all products as locally as possible.

Local foodies celebrated the move by Wine & Roses to shake up the culinary landscape. And shake things up he has! Chef Ogden

has launched several new dining programs, from Wine Dinners at Towne House Restaurant to Farmer’s Market specials at Rosewood.

The Wine Dinners will blow your mind...six courses and six wines, prepped by the legend himself and executed with help from the entire culinary team at Towne House.

Each dinner is partnered with an award-winning Lodi winery, and Chef’s firm command of pairing food and wine is remarkable.

Cheers to Wine & Roses for hiring an American culinary icon, and cheers to Chef Ogden on making your home in Lodi. We look forward to all the fine food to come!

TASTE HIS CREATIONS:

ROSEWOOD BAR & GRILL

28 S. School St., Lodi, (209) 369-0470 RosewoodBarandGrill.com

TOWNE HOUSE RESTAURANT 2505 W. Turner Rd., Lodi (209) 371-6160, WineRose.com

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If quaint and cozy is your cup of tea, (or should we say, glass of merlot?) look no further than Consumnes River Farm for a charming and memorable winetasting experience. Striking a balance between seclusion and convenience, Consumnes River Farm is located just a quick drive up Interstate 5 from Lodi and is owned and operated by fourth generation farmers, Jackie and Ken. Those who make the short trip to the farm are rewarded with a combination of grape and olive offerings.

Starting with flavored balsamic vinegars in 2006, the menu of delectable enticements has since grown to include two wine labels: District 11 and Thunder Oak. The Farm falls in District 11 of California’s 17 wine districts, for which the first label is named. The other is named for its thunderous oaky flavor. Both labels are award-winning vintages, recently claiming Bronze and Silver at the California State Fair this year.

SAVVY CONSUMNES  BY JENNIFER MOULAISON

The oil and vinegar offerings are equally well recognized. The Bellindora Champagne Pear Balsamic Vinegar recently won Best in Class & Gold medals, as did the Fig Balsamic, Delta Barrel Balsamic, Delta Barrel Arbosana, and Delta Barrel Garlic.

More vinegar flavors are currently in the works but the current selection includes Meyer lemon, garlic, habanero, and blood orange, to name a few.

Surely Consumnes is a pleasant and unique destination when the mood strikes to sample these fine and unique flavors, but special occasions also exist that might tempt oil, vinegar, and wine connoisseurs.

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Vineyards and their Create & Taste events.

Dinner in the Vineyards is occurring for the first time on August 26th and entails a catered menu by ABC Grill. The Create & Taste event is a monthly painting event hosted by Kelsey Cardoni in the tasting room.

Guests are provided all they need to create a work of art while sipping wine, mimosas, and more, which are available to purchase from the tasting room.

With a warm, inviting atmosphere, Consumnes River Farm boasts a country chic vibe that’s described as not so much as Grandma might be knitting at the porch but warm enough to make visitors feel entirely right at home while experiencing a breadth of oil, vinegar, and wine offerings to impress even the most refined palette, all while being a stones throw from the heart of Lodi.

STOP BY: CONSUMNES RIVER FARM 28305 Thornton Rd., Thornton, (209) 334-5544

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FARMING  SUZANNE LEDBETTER

The face of farming is changing. And at 26 years old, Drew Rotner of R and G Family Farms, is one of those new faces. His company is a new player in the produce world, delivering quality pomegranates, cherries, pumpkins, walnuts, and so much more to restaurants and grocers in San Joaquin County.

Drew was drawn to the land at a young age, planting and cultivating produce in his parent’s back yard.

But it wasn’t until he graduated from Sacramento State and was bartending at Rosewood that he was bit by the entrepreneurial bug.

With more vegetables than he knew what to do with, Drew offered up extras to the chef at Rosewood.

The veggies were a huge hit in the kitchen, inspiring him to launch a specialty produce company. In 2015 R and G Family Farms was born,

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and has been planting seeds—both literally and figuratively—into the local food scene ever since.

“The way I try to differentiate myself in a competitive market, is by being accessible when restaurants or grocers need more of a product,” Drew says. “I’ve delivered fruit to kitchens in the middle of dinner service because they ran out, or simply needed more.”

Through relationship building and customer service, R and G Farms has since formed a healthy partnership with a barrage of local restaurants including Rosewood Bar and Grill, Towne House Restaurant, Fenix, Pietro’s, Market Tavern, and Prime Table. Those restaurants have transformed Drew’s produce into cocktails, salads. and sauces…but his favorite was a cherry barbeque sauce made by Market Tavern.

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challenges of each day. He currently has 4,000 pumpkins planted, and tends to them with meticulous detail. The field should yield 5-6,000 pumpkins in a multitude of varieties including Cinderellas, White Luminas, Sugar Pie, and three carving varietals. Most will be sold to MarVal Food Stores and local restaurants.

Drew admits that farming has its own unique set of challenges…the greatest of which is Mother Nature.

He also reflected on the hardship as a young farmer to break into an often times saturated industry of seasoned farmers. He credits his face to face networking and effort to build strong relationships as the foundation for his farm.

R and G Family Farms has already grown beyond what he ever imagined, and Drew is excited for what the future holds.

FIND THE FEATURED PRODUCE: Instagram: @rg_family_farms

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PUMPKINS

LIGHTER SIDE of  BY SUZANNE LEDBETTER

Happy Fall Y’all! It’s officially October and that only means one thing…pumpkin is about to make its debut on menus everywhere. Pumpkin themed food and drinks have flooded the culinary scene over the past few years. Blame it on the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte or the rise of Pinterest.

Either way, it’s a food that has a long history of making people happy.

Believe it or not, pumpkins originated in North America, with seeds from related plants in Mexico dating as far back as 7000 to 5500 B.C. The American Indians often roasted long strips of pumpkin over an open fire to help them get through the long, cold winters.

They introduced the crop to the first European settlers who also utilized pumpkin for its nutritious benefits. In fact, the first version of pumpkin pie was created when the colonists sliced off the top of the pumpkin, removed the seeds, and filled the inside with a combination of milk, eggs, spices and honey. It was then cooked in the hot ashes of a fire. Sounds delicious right?

Clearly, pumpkin is a versatile and tasty treat….but did you know pumpkin is good for you too? From potassium to phosphorus to Vitamin A and C, pumpkin has tons of nutritious benefits. A cup of cooked pumpkin contains more than 200 percent of your recommended daily intake of vitamin A. If you are working out, you may want to reach for some cooked pumpkin, jam packed with potassium.

Pumpkin seeds are also an excellent source of zinc, vitamin E, and healthy oils.

Pumpkin is such an adaptable ingredient. Not only can it be used for a myriad of sweet and savory dishes, it can also be used as a vessel for soup, chili and dip. Check out these recipes to get you in the mood for fall and feel good too!

ROASTED PUMPKIN & FETA INGREDIENTS:

1 Medium Sized Sugar Pie Pumpkin • 4 Tbs. Oil 3 Tbs. Honey • 2 Tbs. Balsamic Vinegar 8 oz. Crumbled Feta Cheese • 2 Tbs. Sesame Seeds ½ Tsp. Red Pepper Flakes • Salt and Pepper to Taste DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Peel the pumpkin and cut into bite sized cubes. Then toss pumpkin with olive oil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Place back into the oven for 10-20 minutes to finish roasting. Remove from the oven and drizzle with the honey, balsamic vinegar, feta and chili flakes. Serve while warm. *Courtesy of Lorraine Elliott –Not Quite Nigella

LOCALLY FEATURED: HOUSE OF COFFEES’ PUMPKIN SPICED CHAI LATTE HOUSE OF COFFEE: 239 N Ham Ln., Lodi

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PUMPKIN CROSTINI with THYME & HONEY INGREDIENTS:

1 Baguette, sliced 1/4’ thick 1/2 Cup Canned Pumpkin 1/2 Cup Ricotta • Salt, to taste Pepper, to taste 1 TBSP Fresh Thyme, plus more for garnish Olive oil • Honey, for Garnish DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Place baguette slices on pan and brush each side with a small amount of olive oil. Bake for 10 minutes, or until golden brown. In a small bowl, mix together pumpkin, ricotta, thyme, salt, and pepper. When crostini is cooled spread about 1 TBSP of the pumpkin mixture on each. Garnish with a tiny bit of thyme and salt. Drizzle with local honey to finish. *Courtesy of The New Potato

PUMPKIN SEED

GRANOLA INGREDIENTS:

3 C. Old Fashioned Rolled Oats • ½ C. Unsweetened Coconut Flakes • ½ Tsp. Salt 1 C. Pumpkin Seeds • ¼ C. Flax Seeds • ½ C. Honey • ¼ C. Coconut Oil Melted DIRECTIONS:

In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds and flax seeds. In a second bowl combine honey, coconut oil and salt (they will combine easier if you heat in the microwave). Next drizzle the liquid mixture over the dry ingredients and gently stir until coated.

Spread out onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 350 degrees for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through baking. Remove from the oven and let cool before crumbling. Store the granola in an airtight container. *Courtesy of Natasha’s Kitchen www.sanjoaquinmagazine.com

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Serving San Joaquin County since 1979

We use ingredients of only the highest quality when preparing our meals.

We cook using 100 percent cholesterol-free cooking oils, for a delicious and healthy meal. If you would like to order something not listed in the menu, we will do our best to accommodate you in any way we can. Gift Certificates available.

Mon-Fri: 11am-2:30pm & 5-10pm Sat-Sun: 12pm-10pm

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Nestled on the Brickwalk in Lincoln Center Midgley’s Public House specializes in steaks and seafood, with an extensive appetizer menu and unique desserts. Our bar menu consist of several unique cocktails, fine wines and spirits. We have several dining options including our extensive patio, dining room with floor to ceiling open windows, and a large bar area. We offer several dining options for large parties and do catering of all sizes.

MIDGLEY’S PUBLIC HOUSE 296 Lincoln Center Stockton, (209) 474-7700 midgleyspublichouse.com

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Charlie Lippert and Joe Ehlers have fond memories of riding around Lodi vineyards in their great grandfather’s five window Chevy truck. In fact, when the two cousins decided to start a brewery in their home town of Lodi, they knew immediately that the Red Chevy would be an integral part of their logo. The brewery would take the name Five Window Beer Co., an ode to the five windows they looked out of as children.

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Most of all, they have a variety of beers available on tap, in growlers, and in cans.

Ranging from Blonde Ale to a Coffee Stout to a NE Style Hazy IPA, there is a style of beer for everyone in the group.

You can purchase a flight of five beers for a mere $10 and be sure to check out their Facebook page to see if its BBQ or taco truck night before you head out.

GREAT BEERS ARE BREWING:

FIVE WINDOW BEER CO.

9 W. Locust St., Lodi (209) 712-2336, FiveWindow.com

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Owners Harry and Susan Yu have been a major part of the local economy since 2007 when Mikasa opened its location in Lathrop. Cooking with local produce and only using the freshest fish right from the Bay has always been key to their success. Fortunately the Yu’s chose Tracy for their newest location stocking the full bar with the most extensive liquor, sake, wine and beer selection around. Plus, with happy hour 7 days a week you’ll be sure to get your fill! Mikasa also offers off site catering and a separate banquet room for all your rehearsal dinners, large parties or business needs. Try the special SJM Roll (pictured).

MIKASA JAPANESE BISTRO 2610 S. Tracy Blvd. Ste. 110 Tracy, (209) 830-8288 15138 S Harlan Rd., Lathrop, (209) 858-1818

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Awaken your taste buds to a fanfare of flavor at the leading venue for Contemporary American cuisine! Fenix brings out the very best in locally grown produce with every meal, complementing cuts of meat and seafood in their unique and seasonal entrées.

Whether you’re in the mood for something light or ready to sample the vast array of appetizers with your dish, save room for dessert and enjoy the décor tucked away in the heart of the Lodi appellation.

FENIX 117 W. Elm St., Lodi (209) 400-3950, FenixLodi.com

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Papapavlo’s Bistro and Bar is considered byBistro many and to be one of Northern Bar California’s most unique fine dining establishments, located in Stockton’s Lincoln Center. They offer the finest and freshest in gourmet cuisine, and their fabulous menu includes a large variety of continental dishes. Three outdoor dining patios make for a perfect place to relax during lunch or dinner. Papapavlo’s offers four private banquet rooms accommodating groups as intimate as 12, to as large as 100 guests. Papapavlo’s is open Sun.Thur., 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Fri. and Sat., 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

PAPAPAVLO’S 501 N. Lincoln Center Stockton, (209) 477-6133 papapavlos.com

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If the cooler weather has you longing for comfort food, look no further than the 15th Annual Chili Cook Off and Car Show. On Saturday, October 14, Woodbridge Winery will host the California State Competition sanctioned by the Chili Appreciation Society International (CASI).

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Guests can expect a unique car show including Fords, Chevy’s, and Mopars.

Be sure to check out the chili and vote your favorite for the People’s Choice Award.

You can’t go wrong with all of this food, fun, and wine.

Proceeds benefit the Lodi Public Library Foundation.

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With its seasonally based menu and gourmet preparation, the Towne House Restaurant at Wine & Roses boasts a charming venue with exceptional service. Offering a farm-to-table experience with ingredients sourced from local farms as well as their own garden, the Towne House Restaurant captures the subtle elements of fun and excitement while also providing unparalleled food. The Lounge features live music and an extensive wine list showcasing the best Lodi has to offer. Dine in the intimate setting of the dining room or outdoors on the veranda where guests are spoiled with beautiful views of the gardens.

WOODBRIDGE WINERY 5950 E. Woodbridge Rd. Acampo, (209) 365-8139

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TOWNE HOUSE RESTAURANT 2505 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, (209) 371-6160

Celebrating their 8th year in the Historic Tracy Inn, the chefs at Tracy Thai Restaurant have produced countless satisfied customers, with their wonderfully inventive dishes. The chef makes classics dishes like ‘Pad Thai’ and ‘Tom Kar Gai’ that leave the diner feeling that they have been transported to a street in Thailand. Many of the dishes such as Eggplant prawns, or Garlic Pork reflect a homestyle feel. The Menu is a delight and there are always Lunch and Dinner Specials. The wood panels and decors at Tracy Thai will bring you to a classic home style in Thailand. With a warm, cozy ambiance and delicious food, you would enjoy your meal at Tracy Thai.

TRACY THAI 1035 Central Ave., Tracy, (209) 833-9703

Lodi’s Habañero Hots Restaurante, a local cantina and hot sauce shop, is a gathering place where people from all over the region come for fun and food.

Established in 1981, the restaurant is proud to offer Mexican Food prepared according to recipes handed down from generation to generation. The restaurant also features a bar which serves it’s famous margaritas, in addition to a full service catering company that can handle your next fiesta from a full sit down to a casual buffet.

HABAÑERO HOTS RESTAURANTE 1024 E. Victor Rd., Lodi (209) 369-3791 Habanerohots.com

Location:

28305 N. Thornton Rd. Thornton, CA. 95686

Hailed as one of the most authentic powerhouses of Japanese cuisine in the San Joaquin valley, Komachi offers a diverse array of exquisite dishes, ranging from the freshest sashimi to mouth-watering sushi rolls. “Come as a customer, leave as our family.”

Hours: Mon - Thur 11AM to 9PM, Fri Sat 11AM to 9:30PM, Sun closed

209.334.5544 Tasting Room Hours:

Thursday- Sunday 11:30am-5:00pm

CONSUMNES RIVER FARM Thornton, CA 95686

Estate Wines, Olive Oils & Balsamic Vinegars.

KOMACHI SUSHI 307 S. Lower Sacramento Rd. Ste. D Lodi, (209) 334-3131 SushiKomachi.com

All products are Produced at our location. Stop by and enjoy a Wine slushy on our patio.

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WINEDINE 209

Experience breathtaking views of Stockton’s Historic Waterfront while watching the sunset on The Delta.

The Terrace at BellaVista is now open at 5pm daily, weather permitting. Enjoy our tasty bar menu, specialty cocktails and extensive wine list at the only roof top bar in Stockton. Still hungry? Head downstairs for an authentic Italian meal made in house daily. In True Italian Tradition, dishes are created with passion and simplicity using best ingredients of the season.

BELLA VISTA 110 N. El Dorado St., Stockton, (209) 949-2104

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When the leaves begin to fall, cravings turn to caramel.

If that sounds familiar, look no further than Rustic Crunch, the brain child of Liz Hittle, who has been cooking up batches of this sweet treat for her family since her children were little.

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What sets Rustic Crunch apart from many commercialized caramel corns is the freshness. It also has the perfect crunch, without being overly sweet.

This popcorn would be the perfect Halloween treat for teachers, co-workers and friends!

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Multi regional Italian food takes center stage where Chef Buddy O’Dell and his team of creative chefs work wonders taking advantage of the current harvest. Set in a modern and intimate atmosphere guests can enjoy hand crafted pastas, house made focaccia and tapenade,scratch sauces and soups and so much more. “We believe that the ONLY way to offer superlative food is to start with the freshest local produce.” Make a reservation today and allow Mezzo to show you what real Italian food is all about!

MEZZO 3499 Brookside Rd, Stockton, CA 95219 (209) 473-7300, mezzostockton.com

A favorite among guests who enjoy the comforts of fine food, Rosewood Bar and Grill, located in the heart of downtown Lodi, offers an upbeat and sophisticated setting with its rich wood and black & white marble floor. Rosewood offers Classic American cuisine with a full bar and an extensive outdoor dining patio, features seasonal menus sourced locally and regionally, and boasts a diverse wine list. Voted Best Fine Dining in Lodi 5 Years in a row.

Open for lunch: Fridays 11am-2pm Dinner: Mon-Thur 5pm-9pm, Fri 5pm-10pm All Day Dining: Sat 11am-10pm Sun-11am to 9pm Bar open daily at 4pm

ROSEWOOD BAR AND GRILL 28 S. School St., Lodi, (209) 369-0470

THIRD ANNUAL

DIONYSUS DASH FUN RUN! Join us for a 5k fun run through the vineyards of Lodi The start and finish is at

METTLER FAMILY VINEYARDS Sunday, October 29th Gates open at 6:30 am Race starts at 8:15 Prizes for the top runners and best costumes!

Bring a picnic and enjoy it on the beautiful grounds along with free wine tasting after the race Visit: dionysusdash.com for entry information Tasting Rm Hrs: Thu–Mon 11–5

7889 E. Harney Lane, Lodi

209 369 3045

mettlerwine.com

This family orientated winery opens its doors and invites its customers to come in and feel like family. These fourth generation growers planted their first Lodi vineyards in 1958. Pride is taken in every detail of making wine, from the vines to each and every bottle. Specializing in the Carignane Varietal, which was once only seen in blends, they’ve turned it around to be an award-winning standalone. Stop by any day of the week to come enjoy the variety of white, red, and sparkling wines this winery has for tasting. Events are held all year long, from Summer Music Concerts held in the Spring and Summer, to Fire Pit Fridays in the Fall and Winter. They invite you to not only enjoy great wine, but to be a part of the Abundance family.

At

Twisted Barrel Winery, our goal is to provide the highest quality wine tasting experience. Our family takes great pride in creating unique varietals and insuring you an affordable, Fun filled, and interactive visit. “Wine not” drop in and enjoy our distinctive atmosphere. Family, fun, food and fine wines!

1376 E. Turner Road, Suite D Lodi, Ca 95240 • 209.334.2554

1150 W. Turner Rd. • Lodi CA 95242 • 209.334.0274 www.abundancevineyards.com

www.twistedbarrelwinery.com | info@twistedbarrelwinery.com Tasting room open: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 11 am -5pm

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WINEDINE 209

Ernie’s Food and Spirits offers a unique dining experience, featuring exceptional cuisine, the highest service standards, an extensive, yet reasonably priced wine list, as well as a notably impressive collection of fine spirits.

Unassuming from the outside, our doors open to a sleek, contemporary environment, reminiscent of dining in San Francisco, Las Vegas and Chicago. Our vision is to prepare the absolute best Certified Angus Beef as well as Kobe style beef, the highest quality Chops, sustainable seafood, and the freshest produce available. Our menu will tantalize the palate, with our modern version of traditional menu items, creative, yet simple.

ERNIE’S FOOD & SPIRITS 1351 N. Main St., Manteca (209) 239-3351, erniesfoodandspirits.com

De Vega Bros. is family own Italian Restaurant and focus on very traditional Italian food and using the freshest ingredients. Our outdoor patio is a great place to take advantage for outdoor gathering and dining. Happy hour, full service bar. We offer banquet and catering for large or small events.

Open 7 days a week, Lunch and dinner.

Sunday-Thursday: 11am-9pm Friday-Saturday: 11am-10:pm

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You can’t go wrong with tempura. It’s the ultimate app when dining out on the town in San Joaquin’s top Japanese restaurants. And few can compare to the crisp shell concocted at Komachi Sushi, where flavor and food preparation create the foundation for Instagram-worthy entrees. Our favorite?

The tempura green beans.

Long, slender pods are lightly battered and fried, then served up with a sweet teriyaki glaze rounded over

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each bite. It’s the perfect app to share (Though, why would you?), with crisp outer layer, and soft, but firm interior.

Stop in on your next drive through our beautiful appellation and place your order.

Oh. And don’t be afraid to order a helping of teriyaki dip on the side. Trust us.

SATISFY YOUR CRAVINGS AT:

KOMACHI SUSHI

307 S. Lower Sacramento Rd., Ste D Lodi, (209) 334-3131 SushiKomachi.com

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DEVEGA BROTHERS 5757 Pacific Ave., Stockton (We are located inside Stonecreek shopping center)

(209)323-4339, www.devegabrothers.com

Everyone is welcome at Bud’s Seafood Grille. Friendly service, hearty portions, and a range of fish, seafood, pasta, steak, and poultry entrees make Bud’s a great choice for a business lunch, family dinner, or night out for two. Every meal begins with a bottomless basket of fresh sourdough bread. The leafy outdoor patio seats thirty, and is the perfect spot to take a break from shopping in Lincoln Center and enjoy a leisurely lunch or even just a drink with a friend or two. We also invite you to come visit the newly renovated bar and lounge for one of our delicious specialty cocktails and bar bites. Please be sure to ask about our banquet and catering services for your special event or holiday party. Full bar and banquet room available. Open for lunch, dinner, and scrumptious Sunday brunch.

Happy hour daily with $1.00 off all beer & well drinks and $5.00 bar bites 4pm 6:30pm BUD’S SEAFOOD GRILLE 314 Lincoln Ctr., Stockton (209) 956-0270, budsseafood.com

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STOCKTON HEAT OPENING GAME

OCT 6

It’s finally time to head out and back onto the ice, folks!

Come out to the Stockton Arena and let your shouts echo across the stadium as you cheer for our very own team, the Stockton Heat!

The game begins at 7:00 PM, so get there early and grab some snacks! Stockton Arena, 248 W. Fremont St., Stockton (209) 373-1500 StocktonHeat.com

ATP MEN’S CHALLENGER

OCT 2 – OCT 9

Stockton has once again taken up the mantel in hosting the ATP Men’s Challenger! Prepare for heated tennis battles along the court at the newly completed Eve Zimmerman Tennis Center at UOP. Eve Zimmerman Tennis Center at UOP, 3601 Pacific Ave., Stockton, ATPWorldTour.com

WAR COMES HOME

OCT 5 – NOV 5

Follow the journey of our veterans and their families in this intimate look into their lives. San Joaquin County Historical Society hosts an exhibit built upon letters and correspondences that have taken place throughout wars and the journey back home. San Joaquin County Historical Museum, 11793 N. Micke Grove Rd., Lodi (209) 953-3460, SanJoaquinHistory.org www.sanjoaquinmagazine.com

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PUMPKIN MAZE AT DELL’ OSSO FARMS

OCT 5 – OCT 31

Grab the whole family and head on down to Dell’ Osso Farms, where pumpkin chuckin, train rides, and wonderful walks through the cornfield maze readily await! This year’s monthlong festivities are bigger and better than ever, with hay-bale rides and so much more! Dell’ Osso Farms, 501 S. Manthey Rd., Lathrop, PumpkinMaze. com

FULL MOON RIDERS

OCT 5

Take to the streets of downtown Stockton with all your friends in another full moon ride! After, enjoy awesome discounts on cuisine at participating restaurants! The fun begins at 6:00 PM. Janet Leigh Plaza, 222 N. El Dorado St., Stockton (209) 464-5246

MONSTER TRUCK MADNESS

OCT 6 – 7

Feel the rumble of the engines through your bones and taste the excitement in the air as your favorite monster trucks pour into the Stockton Dirt Track. This weekend-long event showcases a free pit party and insane stunts from your leading drivers. The gates open at 4:00 PM. San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, 1658 S. Airport Way., Stockton (209) 370-9417 StocktonDirtTrack.com

STOCKTON FOOD TRUCK MANIA

OCT 5

With cooler weather well on its way, there’s no excuse not to wrangle up the kids and head down to Oak Grove Regional Park for some serious food truck entrees! And we’re not taking corn dogs on a stick here, either! Enjoy the best our region and Sacramento’s has to offer, with live music and family friendly entertainment. Oak Grove Regional Park, 4520 W. Eight Mile Rd., Stockton (916) 722-6636, SactoMoFo. com

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY’S MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER

OCT 7

Set your pace alongside close friends, family, and colleagues in a noncompetitive 3-mile walk along around and about Nelson Park to help raise awareness for Breast Cancer. The event begins at 8:00 AM. Nelson Park, 3755 Bridlewood Circle., Stockton, (209) 9412679

BASEBALL: AMERICA’S GAME AT THE HAGGIN

OCT 5 – NOV 19

Enjoy a brief step into the past that is as ingrained in our culture as the many foods we’ve come to enjoy at the games. Haggin Museum offers guests a glimpse into the history of baseball, featuring photographs and more. The Haggin Museum, 1201 N. Pershing Ave., Stockton (209) 940-6300, HagginMuseum.org

LODI FIRST FRIDAY ART HOP

OCT 6

The beginning of the month calls for a lovely stroll through Lodi, including a visit to some of our region’s most magnificent artists! Enjoy each piece throughout varying locations around downtown, and some not too far away. Hutchins Street Square, 125 S. Hutchins St., Lodi (209) 333-5550

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CASA SUPERHERO RUN OCT 7

Drape on that cape, prepare your mask, and file the whole family out to Lodi Lake, where CASA’s Run will help raise funds for its superb program!

Enjoy the adult’s 5k, followed by a kids run! Lodi Lake, 1101 W. Turner Rd., Lodi (209) 644-5318, NoChildAbuse.org

CHEST OF HOPE 4TH ANNUAL 5K WALK/RUN

OCT 7

The Chest Of Hope Inc. rescues and provides advocacy, crisis intervention, shelter and supportive services for victims of domestic violence and sex trafficking. Create a team or come as an individual, Fees include T-Shirt, Goodie Bag, and finishers Medal. Lincoln Park, Tracy, visit chestofhope.org

CALIFORNIA STATE ASYLUM PHOTOWALK

OCT 7

Enjoy a tour of Stockton’s old state Asylum and Doctors Row in photographic form taking place at University Park!

Admission is free and the exhibit opens at 9 AM! University Park, 521 E. Acacia St., Stockton.

Dr. Charles Feldman (209) 957-8776

Tuleburg Quilt Guild

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2017 Quilt Show Odyssey of Quilting

Friday & Saturday, October 27th & 28th 5 - 8pm each night

NOVEMBER 11 & 12, 2017 Sat 10am – 4pm / Sun 10am – 3:30pm

All children $1 Adults $5.00

Admission $7 / Husbands & Under 12 Free

[parking fees still apply]

San Joaquin County Fair Grounds 1658 So. Airport Way, Bldg. 2, Stockton

*Members receive free parking and child admissions

(Just off E. Charter Way/Dr. M.L.K. Jr. Blvd.

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QUILTS,VENDORS, PRESENTATION OF QUILTS OF HONOR, FEATURED QUILTER, DEMONSTRATIONS, OPPORTUNITY QUILT DRAWING, RAFFLES, FOOD & MUCH MORE!

Thank you to our SPONSORS:

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BANNER ISLAND BALLPARK BREWFEST

WEDNESDAY EVENING SOCIAL PADDLE

Get your drink on at Banner Island Ballpark’s day-long Brewfest! Price includes eight drink tickets and a mini beer stein. Banner Island Ballpark, 404 W. Fremont St., Stockton (209) 644-1900

Mark your calendars! Wednesdays are reserved for Lodi’s beautiful waterways, either by paddleboat, canoe, or kayak!

Enjoy a leisurely launch into Lodi Lake, and float on down the Mokelumne River. The journey commences at 5:30 PM. Lodi Lake, 1101 W. Turner Rd., Lodi, HeadwatersKayak.com

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MANTECA KIWANIS PUMPKIN FAIR

OCT 7 – 8

THE TOMMY DORSEY ORCHESTRA

Get your gourds ready! Manteca’s annual Pumpkin Fair, hosted by the Manteca Sunrise Kiwanis, is back for another glorious weekend of fun for the whole family! Head to downtown Manteca to join in! Downtown Manteca, Yosemite Ave., Manteca, MantecaPumpkinFair.org

OCT 13

From ballads to swing, and everything in between, enjoy the performances of Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, as they bring out the best in the classics.

Hutchins Street Square, 125 S. Hutchins St., Lodi (209) 333-5550, HutchinsStreetSquare.com

STOCKTON RHYTHM & BREWS FESTIVAL

MOVIES AT THE POINT PRESENTS: HOCUS POCUS

OCT 7 – 8

OCT 13

Enjoy your favorite local bands in a two-day event taking place at Weber Point! Featuring El Chicano, The Santana Family, and more. Grab a bottle, a partner, and hit the floor.

Weber Point, 221 N. Center St., Stockton (209) 651-5550

Wrap up a wonderful summer by heading out to Weber Point for a final movie of wicked proportions! Our favorite witches return in Hocus Pocus, concocting schemes aplenty that will leave you and your family in stitches!

The movie begins at dusk! Weber Point, 221 N. Center St., Stockton

COOKING SCHOOL: HALLOWEEN COOKIE DECORATING

THERESA CAPUTO AT THE BOB HOPE THEATRE

OCT 9

OCT 13

Learn how to bring “boo”tiful cookies to life in Wine and Roses’s latest cooking classes! This hands-on course sells out fast, so reserve your place before all the seats are taken! Wine & Roses, 2505 W. Turner Rd., Lodi (209) 334-6988, WineRose.com

Breach the divide between life and death with Theresa Caputo and her amazing ability to communicate with the dead. Grab a ticket, your seat, and have a chance to be one of the few chosen to a part of an interactive reading! Bob Hope Theatre, 242 E. Main St., Stockton (209) 373-1400

5TH ANNUAL

MARIACHI CONCERT OCT 14

Rejoice in the vibrant culture that has brought Mariachi to life and celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by enjoying the marvelous performances of Mariachi Los Gallos and Mariachi Mexicanisimo. The show begins at 7:00 PM! Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave., Tracy (209) 831-6858, AtTheGrand.org 174

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STOCKTON ARTS WEEK

OCT 13 – 22

Join our community in a 10-day celebration of Stockton’s incredible arts, highlighting the creators that thrive in our neighborhoods! Enjoy rich pieces, demonstrations, and performances within participating venues! Various locations around Stockton, StocktonArtsWeek.com

THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW BY CENTRAL WEST BALLET

OCT 13

The Headless Horseman has his eyes on the townsfolk of Sleepy Hollow, and it’s up to Ichabod Crane to find a way to send this monster back from

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Saint Mary’s High School

Pumpkins will also be available for purchase

OPEN HOUSE

Fun For All Ages, Saturday, November 4th 10:00am-3:00PM

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15

11am to 1pm

Turn your pumpkins into projectiles at the WOW! General Admission to the Museum is Separate

2 N. Sacramento Street Lodi, California 95240 209-368-0969 • wowsciencemuseum.org

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All students and families interested in attending are welcome! Tour the campus, meet our faculty and learn about:

SALE NOW!

• 2018 Enrollment Opportunities

• Admissions & Financial Aid • Academics, Athletics, Drama, Band & Clubs

October 13th 7pm The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra

Enjoy performances by our band and cheer teams.

We look forward to showing you around!

5648 N. El Dorado Street in Stockton Admissions (209) 957-3340, Ext. 190

125 S. Hutchins St. • Lodi www.loditickets.com • 209.333.5550

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wence he came! Follow his harrowing adventures, performed by the Central West Ballet! Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave., Tracy (209) 831-6858 AtTheGrand.org

of Kearney Bowl, NCMA Sprints, and BCRA Midgets! The gates open at 5 PM, but the races begin at 6 PM! Stockton 99 Speedway, 4105 N. Wilson Way., Stockton (209) 482-6969

15TH ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF & CAR SHOW

STOCKTON CHORALE PRESENTS: CATHEDRALS OF PEACE

OCT 14

The Chili Appreciation Society, sponsoring another year in absolutely tongue-tingling chili, is looking to name its 15th winner of their Annual Chili Cook-Off! As a bonus, the top three California resident cooks will be automatically qualified to compete in the Terlingua International Chili Championship in November 2018! Woodbridge Winery, 5950 E. Woodbridge Rd., Acampo (209) 3658139, WoodbridgeWines.com

OCT 14

Enjoy the rhapsodic performances of the Stockton Chorale in their 66th season, featuring enchanting renditions inspired by Maurice Durfle’s Requium, Monteverde, and many more! Central United Methodist Church, 3700 Pacific Ave., Stockton (209) 951-6494

2017 ITA DI MEN’S NORTHWEST REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

OCT 19 - 23

Revel in the games at UOP’s Eve Zimmerman Tennis Center, where the NCAA Division I Northwest Regional Championships will take place! Follow the tournament and take in the styles of some of the best tennis players in our nation! Eve Zimmerman Tennis Center at UOP, 3601 Pacific Ave., Stockton, ATPWorldTour.com

OVER THE EDGE FOR COMMUNITY HOSPICE

OCT 20 – 21 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S

OCT 14

Call attention to a worthy cause! Walk to End Alzheimer’s takes to the streets of Stockton once again. Join up and help raise funds for the sixth-leading cause of death in the country. The walk begins at 9:30 AM, with registration opening at 8:00 AM! Weber Point, 221 N. Center St., Stockton (209) 606-2441

SAN JOAQUIN TAMALE FESTIVAL

OCT 14 – 15

Ready your taste buds and prepare that appetite! This year’s annual Tamale Festival is back with more savory bites, live music, and special events than ever before! The festivities commence at noon! San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, 1658 S. Airport Way., Stockton (209) 688-6918

KING OF THE WING ORCHEX NATIONAL SERIES

OCT 14

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“POPS 1: THE MARK OF ZORRO” OCT 22 Enjoy one of cinema’s greatest classics, The Mark of Zorro, while listening to The Stockton’s Symphony’s incredible rendition of the movie’s very own music. Warren Atherton Auditorium at San Joaquin Delta College, 5151 Pacific Ave., Stockton (209) 951-0196, StocktonSymphony.org

Be one of a select few to raise enough funds for Community Hospice and take a step over the edge and down the Medico Dental Tower! Edgers are offered a once in a lifetime chance to glimpse Stockton as never before, all while rappelling for a worthy cause. Medico Dental Tower, 242 N. Sutter St., Stockton (209) 477-6300, HospiceHeart.org

RIPON’S MAIN STREET DAY

OCT 21

It’s a beautiful day to take a stroll along downtown Ripon, where vendors aplenty line the streets, sidewalks sales are a sure deal, and crafts are readily available for the kids! This year’s Main Street Day promises to bring specialty entrees and more for the occasion!

Downtown Ripon (209) 599-7519, CityOfRipon.org

DIWALI FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

OCT 21

Revel in the dance performances of Indian Classical, Contemporary, Bollywood, Bhangra and more in Nirvaana Consulting’s hosted event!

Enjoy a fashion show and traditional music throughout the evening.

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Seven Course Meal, Blind Olive Oil and Wine Tastings, Raffle and Silent Auction Proceeds from the event benefit Community Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired. CCBVI provides the means by which people who are blind and visually impaired improve and sustain their capabilities and potentials to re-establish purpose and self-esteem in their lives and in society.

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209-466-3836 or visit us www.communitycenterfortheblind.org

Come for the train, surprise them with Santa.

Every child gets a special visit from Santa on this ride through a storybook about the giving spirit, friendship, and tradition.

Train rides Nov. 25 through Christmas.

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The show begins at 6:00 PM. Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave., Tracy (209) 831-6858, AtTheGrand.org

DINING IN THE DARK

OCT 27

In an event unlike any other, Community Center for the Blind and Visually impaired will offer guests the chance to experience the world on their terms. Chef Paul Ratto will prepare a seven-course meal, complete with olive oil and wine tastings, while guests will be wearing sleep glasses, losing their sight throughout the dining experience to truly understand the world from CCBV’s perspective. Waterloo Gun and Bocce, 4343 North Ashley Ln., Stockton (209) 466-3836 Ext: 215 CommunityCenterForTheBlind.org

FRIENDS OF THE FOX PRESENTS: THE GOONIES

OCT 22

You can’t miss an all-time classic like this! Embark on a journey with The Goonies as they take to a treasure map that holds the key to a lost fortune!

Their adventures will lead them on a wild chase, with the chance to find enough money to save their homes from being demolished! Bob Hope Theatre, 242, E Main St., Stockton (209) 373-1400

SANDHILL CRANE BIKE RIDE

OCT 28

JAMZ RELOAD

Forge onwards in a 16-mile bike ride through Lodi’s breathtaking wetlands, the Woodbridge Ecological Reserve!

Guests will have the opportunity to view the stunning migratory Sandhill Cranes. Refreshments provided. The meet begins at 3:00 PM. RSVP is a must! Flight Lounge, 18815 N. Lower Sacramento Rd., Woodbridge (209) 747-2982

OCT 22

Come on out and cheer for your favorite competitors in this day-long qualifier for the 2018 JAMZ Youth and School Nationals! Stockton Arena, 248 W. Fremont St., Stockton (209) 3731400 StocktonLive.com

JAZZ IN THE COURTYARD: JACKIEM JOYNER

LODI SANDHILL CRANE FESTIVAL

OCT 22

Find yourself a seat in the beautiful courtyard of the Unviversty Plaza Waterfront Hotel and listen to the sweet serenades of musician Jackiem Joyner. Enjoy VIP access for the best seats and food at the buffet! University Plaza Waterfront Hotel, 110 W. Fremont St., Stockton (209) 482-8754

NOV 3 - 5

With workshops galore, exhibits to peruse, and special tours, you can get a close glimpse of the life of the sandhill crane during this annual festival!

Bring the kids along for family-friendly activities, browse the art show, and look at the many wares vendors have on display. Hutchins Street Square, 125 S. Hutchins St., Lodi (800) 581-6150

ANNUAL SAFE TRICK OR TREAT AT UOP

OCT 25

Take the kids out for a night of trick or treating on the campus of UOP! With booths located along the beautiful buildings and a carnival held on Knoles Lawn and the DeRosa University Center lawn, it’s the perfect one-stop locale for the little ones to enjoy their Halloween! University of the Pacific, 3601 Pacific Ave., Stockton Pacific. edu

SKY TOURS AT DELTA COLLEGE

OCT 25

Ever been compelled to gaze upon the stars dotting the horizon? With the help of volunteers from the Stockton Astronomical Society, you’ll enjoy more than a glimpse at the heavens.

Indulge in a close-up view with telescopes at 7:00 PM in the Athletics One parking lot. Delta College, 5151 Pacific Ave., Stockton (209) 462-0798

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PUNKIN’ CHUNKIN AT THE WORLD OF WONDERS SCIENCE MUSEUM NOV 4 Bring your own bundle of pumpkins for an exciting day at our favorite science museum, with your chance to watch each orange gourd take flight! With a dollar donation to launch, each pumpkin and jack o lantern will take flight along a variety of launching pads! World of Wonders Science Museum, 2 N. Sacramento Rd., Lodi

MONOPHONICS

NOV 4

Listen to a new wave of music, inspired by the vibrant musical history and culture of our beautiful Bay, in Monophonics. Their very own style, Psychedelic Soul, brings a balanced mixture of traditional beats, with influences from Sly, Funkadelic, and more. The show begins at 8:00 PM. Grand Theatre Center for the Arts, 715 Central Ave., Tracy (209) 831-6858 AtTheGrand.org

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