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ON THE COVER Folsom’s “Hyman House” is an Italianate home built by Jakob Hyman in 1881. Mr. Hyman emigrated from Poland in 1830 and became a business owner in Folsom in 1860. In 1866 he happy holidays! became the sole owner of J. Hyman & Co. Dry Goods. This stunning home fell into a state of some disrepair in the late ’90s but was purchased in the last few years by new owners who are working to restore many aspects of the home to its original grandeur. The owners have been generous enough to allow it to be included in the Historic Folsom Holiday Home 2012 Tour. F O L S O M

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Historic Folsom Holiday Home 2012 Tour On December 7-8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., tour seven historic sites (including the one pictured on the cover) in Historic Folsom, all decorated with holiday cheer! The venues you’ll visit date from 1855 to 1925 and are a must-see for architecture aficionados and history buffs alike. Proceeds benefit the Folsom Historical Society and the Murer House Foundation; free admission to the Folsom History Museum and the Murer House Museum with ticket. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit folsomhistorymuseum.org.

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he countdown has begun, the big man in red is making appearances around town and the New Year is quick on our heels. With homes radiating holiday cheer, guests arriving in town, kids home from school, and stores busier than ever, it’s quite clear we’re in the thick of the holiday season. Along with the joy of seeing loved ones, indulging in food we wouldn’t normally, and giving gifts to friends and family, there also comes a downside – stress, budget constraints…and, yes, tight pants. It’s that yin-yang thing that seems to cycle throughout our lives. To assist you with keeping the “b-word,” you know “balance,” in your life this bustling month, we have plenty of information and resources to keep at your fingertips should the seasonal strains push you to your tipping point. We’ve all been there. Instead, take the advice found in Linda Holderness’ Family Time article “5 Holiday Sanity Savers” to find everyday peace and remember the reason for the season. And it’s true, the reason for the season is not the exchange of pretty packages, I know. However…it’s a great perk, if I do say so myself. One of many perks we give you this month is Style’s 2012 Wish List: The Gift Guide. Flip through the many pages, “oohh and aahh,” and find a selection of gifts and gift ideas to impress just about anyone on your list, and better yet, many can be found locally across our communities. Less gas burned by driving equals more gift giving. New this year, we’ve added a couple categories such as “For Foodies” and “Stocking Stuffers”…so don’t miss these items that won’t break the bank, but are sure to please the masses, even finicky friends and your mother-in-law. Whether your holiday shopping budget is grandiose or nominal, we got it covered in this issue. For trendy yet thrifty gift ideas (hey, they may cost less, but who has to know?!), turn to the 10-Spot for a list of local thrift and consignment stores for one-of-a-kind finds. When the celebration is over, pie gone, and confetti tossed, the yinyang concept comes back into play leaving many (me included) feeling groggy, bloated and achy. Knock out eggnog nausea and sugarplum headaches with Janet Scherr’s “The Hangover: Care for Post Holiday Recovery” in Health & Wellness. Do you plan to devour food that you normally wouldn’t…or shouldn’t? A good enzyme supplement is what you’ll need for recovery. Find more tips for your post-holiday revival this month. Also this busy month, find more to see and do within the pages of What’s Up, FYI, and Calendar. Until next month, may your holidays be the happiest, and the horizon for your new year the brightest! — Desiree

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With an abundance of new seasonal produce on the market, it’s the perfect time to switch up your salad-making routine. Try five winter salads that will help you avoid any holiday bulge. Blood Orange Salad with Jicama, Arugala and Oil-Cured Olives from cookbook Roots by Diane Morgan should get you in the tossing mood. Find this recipe and more at stylemg.com.

CHRISTMAS TREE RETIREMENT If you’re looking for the nearest location to drop off your holiday tree after the festivities fizzle out, we’ve got a handy list of where to go.

10 NEW NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS We all say we’re going to eat healthier, exercise more, spend more time with family…and the typical list goes on. Ponder Style’s set of goals for 2013 that go beyond the usual and add fun to being better.

flicks with style Check out what’s blowing up big screens with Style movie-guru Justin Buettner’s thoughts on more December movie releases.

CONTESTS Do you want to win FREE loot? We’ve got goodies from businesses in the local area, and we’re giving stuff away! Simply stop by stylemg.com/contests for your chance to get lucky! Enter once per day. Tell your friends!

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DECEMBER 2012 Publishers Terence P. Carroll, Wendy L. Sipple Executive Editor Desiree Patterson Managing Editor Megan Wiskus Editorial Interns Morgan Cásarez, Jamila B. Khan, Paris Ryan, Kelly Soderlund

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Contributing Writers Abigail Blank, LeeAnn Dickson, Darren Elms, Amber Foster, Linda Holderness, Tom Mailey, Lesley Miller, Corrie Pelc, Sharon Penny, Richard Righton, Janet Scherr, Jenn Thornton Art Director Gary Zsigo Graphic Designers George Kenton Design, 760.285.0686, gkenton@verizon.net, Lesley Miller, Aaron Roseli

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asktheexperts does Botox start to work, and Q: When how long does it last? Cosmetic is ranked as one of A: BOTOX® the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures. It’s used for the temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe glabellar lines (the “number 11 lines” in between the eyes on the forehead) associated with corrugator and/or procerus muscle activity in adult patients younger than 65 years of age. It blocks the neuromuscular transmission at the nerve endings in the muscles by inhibiting the release of acetylcholine (the chemical needed by muscles to contract). This inhibition occurs as the neurotoxin breaks SNAP-25, a protein needed for acetylcholine release. The results of Botox are temporary, and in clinical studies the effect in relaxing the fine lines and wrinkles lasted for up to 120 days. —Dheeraj Kamra, M.D. FACP The Center for Aesthetic Medicine 1737 Creekside Drive, Folsom 916-984-7885, 916-546-3927 folsommedicalaesthetics.com are the educational benefits of a Q: What private school for early intervention? early childhood educaA: Credentialed tors look at the whole child to build a comprehensive early intervention plan to maximize a child’s potential. Assessment and referral support helps identify a child’s strengths and areas of need. Schools offer preschool, pre-K and kindergarten for young students to thrive in an inclusive environment. Using the state-standards curriculum, schools that retain small staffto-student ratios allow for individualized support for all children. A team approach includes licensed speech and language therapists and occupational therapists integrating language, social development, plus fine and gross motor skills in the classroom. An on-site behavior specialist and licensed school psychologist can provide a positive behavioral support program for all students across all environments on campus. —Starranne Meyers, Co-Founder School Principal, Guiding Hands School El Dorado Hills, ghandsschool.com

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n December 2, One Body Integrated Training & Therapy in El Dorado Hills will host the First Annual Fundraiser for a Fitter World. Proceeds from the two events – a onehour group workout and 30-minute sports massage from 7-11 a.m. and a three-course lunch at Hawks from 1-3 p.m. – will help buy fitness equipment for local schools and fire stations. For tickets and more details, visit onefitbody. net...The Women’s Fund El Dorado has awarded over $200,000 and touched the lives of more than 13,000 members of our community during its first five years, according to El Dorado Community Foundation Director Bill Roby, who spoke at the Fund’s Annual Membership Celebration Dinner at David Girard Vineyards. For more details, visit womensfundeldorado.org...Tesla Motors, the California-based electric carmaker, recently celebrated the public opening of its supercharging location at the Folsom Premium Outlets with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Superchargers currently work with Tesla Model S., the company’s most recent vehicle...On the last Friday of each month from 2-3 p.m., join the El Dorado Hills Senior Center Book Club (990 Lassen Lane); drop-ins are always welcome...Give a little holiday cheer to a child in need by participating in the Community Gift Tree project. A collaborative effort between the El Dorado County Office of Education, Child Development Program, Choices For Children and Family Connections, this project provides their clients with gifts for the holiday. Gift trees will be available through December 10 at the El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park and Placerville Libraries, Raley’s in El Dorado Hills, Bel Air in Cameron Park, Save Mart on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville, Placerville Courthouse on Main Street, and Kmart in Placerville. For more details, call 530-626-5164 x10...Congrats to Darcie Swedelson of A Dazzling Day by Darcie for becoming the first California native to receive the prestigious title of Accredited Bridal Consultant. Swedelson has more than 16 years of experience in the field of wedding planning and event design. For more details, visit adazzlingday.com... Congrats to the City of Rancho Cordova for being recognized as one of the 25 December 2012 - stylemg.com 15

best small workplaces in the U.S. by the Great Place to Work Institute and Fortune Magazine... Scheduled to open this month, and just in time for holiday entertaining, local restaurateur Richard Righton brings 36 Handles, a pub and restaurant which will take the place of former Kinnee O’Reilly’s in El Dorado Hills’ Montano de El Dorado shopping center, and feature 36 beers on tap plus a menu of rustic English and Irishstyle food with California influences... In other restaurant news, Thai Paradise in Folsom recently expanded, taking over

the vacant space next door and adding 80 seats to their current location at 2770 E. Bidwell Street. For more details, visit thaiparadisefolsom.com...Join the Folsom Chamber of Commerce on December 12 from 4-6 p.m. to honor Sue Field, the Chamber’s vice president of membership, who will retire at year’s end after six years of service in the community. To RSVP for the event, call 916-985-2698...That’s all for now, but check back in January for Style’s annual Health & Wellness feature! — Compiled by Jamila B. Khan

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Q&A Q: What advice would you give to your younger self? A: Honor your true self and question what’s behind “the curtain.” Q: What comes to you naturally? A: Composing music in minor keys, being a friend, and parallel parking. Q: What’s your biggest pet peeve? A: Disingenuous answers and egotism. Q: Biggest life inspirations? A: Artists who balance creative passions against their day jobs. Q: Favorite humanitarian cause? A: Any cause that seeks to reduce family and world violence.

Robert Kelleher, D.D.S., found his passion for orthodontics while still a child, after all three of his older sisters got braces. “I put paper clips over my teeth so I could be like them,” Kelleher admits. As a young boy, he loved working with his hands, spending his spare time constructing tree houses and boxcars, and later, drawing and sculpting. Soon, he translated his love of building things into a career – building healthy smiles for Folsom residents. Throughout his profession, Kelleher has been drawn to opportunities that allow him to help children in need. He’s worked at both Stanford University’s Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital and the Children’s Hospital & Research 16 stylemg.com - December 2012

Center Oakland, performing life-altering oral surgeries on children suffering from cleft palates and other disfiguring birth defects. He now has a thriving orthodontic practice in Folsom, but continues to provide low-cost dental care for low-income families whenever possible. Every year, Kelleher participates in Smiles for Kids, a Sacramento District Dental Society program that provides free dental care to underprivileged children. “I think I have an obligation to give back to the community,” Kelleher explains. “It’s a kind of ethical obligation to share yourself with the world and make it a better place.” — Amber Foster

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Q: What’s next? A: Writing more music and continuing to help make the world a better place… I’ll never quit creating!

favorites Author/writer: Hermann Hesse Guilty pleasure: The Oaxacan Spicy Hot Chocolate at Ginger Elizabeth Chocolates Meal in town: Fresh Dungeness Crab Louie and Scott’s Cioppino at Scott’s Seafood Grill & Bar Movie: The Artist Musician/band: Bill Evans Place to buy a gift, locally: Any art gallery with blown, colored glass Local nonprofit: Smiles for Kids Annual event: California International Marathon (CIM) Saying: “The unexamined life is not worth living.”—Socrates

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ild Nights and Holiday Lights returns with nearly 70,000 bright and colorful lights, thousands of decorations, and seasonal displays adorning the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary’s grounds, landscaping and animal exhibits to create a spectacular winter wonderland. A dazzling forest of beautifully decorated trees provides a picture-perfect backdrop for visits with Santa Claus, and Santa Paws – the Zoo’s holiday mascot – serves as a roving greeter to pose for photo ops. The merry sounds of caroling groups fill the air with holiday spirit. The exhibits of nocturnal animals – including cougars, bears, tigers and more – will be illuminated for enhanced viewing; zookeepers will conduct special feedings and provide extra enrichment activities. Each evening, docents will be on hand to share facts and anecdotes about the animals and answer questions. In addition, the Folsom Valley Railway miniature live steam train will provide special nighttime train rides for kids and adults. Many hours of helping hands by families, local businesses, community groups and City staff go into installing the lights and displays that make this event so special. Bambi’s Tree Lot generously provides more than 100 trees that make up the enchanted forest and adorn the grounds. The event will run from 5 to 8 p.m. on December 7-9 & 14-23 (weather permitting; heavy rains will cancel). Admission is $5 per person and free for ages two and under; train tickets are $3 per person. All proceeds benefit the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary animals. — Lesley Miller For more information, call 916-355-7285 or visit folsomzoofriends.org.

Three Stages Spotlight Celebrate the Season

hree Stages has a holiday show for nearly every taste and age this month. Featuring talent from Ireland and Russia to just down the road, shows with singing and dancing will make your holiday season even more magical. Local vocal groups bring breathtaking harmonies and songs to celebrate the spirit of the season. Cantare Chorale presents The Night Before Christmas, Placer Pops Chorale brings A Holiday Homecoming, and the Sacramento Master Singers offers A Celtic Christmas. The all-male ensemble, American River Chorus, joins with Sacramento-based Chanteuses, an all women troupe, to present A Holiday Celebration II. The diverse musical selections featured in the Folsom Symphony’s Of Joy and Fate will get you in the mood to trim the tree, as will the lively dancing and music brought to you by Compañia Mazatlán

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Bellas Artes’ Posada Navideña and Pamela Hayes Classical Ballet’s performance of The Nutcracker. Not to be outdone by the “locals,” Bay Area-based California Theatre Center offers a kid-friendly production of The Elves and the Shoemaker. International sensation Moscow Classical Ballet will also bring The Nutcracker. The very popular performance, An I r i s h C h r i st m a s (both shows sold out last year), will feature traditional dance, lively music and wonderful storytelling – giving you the feel and fun of Christmas in the Emerald Isle. “Come and celebrate the season at Three Stages,” Executive Director Dave Pier suggests. “You won’t be disappointed.” — LeeAnn Dickson For performance dates and to purchase tickets, visit threestages.net.

the10 spot Thrifty Giving Have yourself a merry thrifty Christmas by leaving the crowds and big-box stores to every other shopper. Instead, Style challenges you to buy off the beaten path at our area’s finest consignment and thrift shops. From apparel to accessories and books to beats, you’re bound to find a gift for even the pickiest person on your list. Plus, with moola leftover, you can score something for yourself! 1. Nice Twice Consignment Shop. 209 Vernon Street, Roseville 916-786-9287, nicetwice.info 2. Snowline Hospice Thrift Stores Locations in Camino, Cameron Park, Placerville and Folsom snowlinehospice.org/thriftstores.html 3. Designer Consigner 6945 Douglas Boulevard Granite Bay, 916-993-3800 designerconsignergb.com 4. Freestyle Clothing Exchange Locations in Folsom, Citrus Heights and Sacramento freestyleclothing.com. 5. Belle Mode 1012 East Bidwell Street, Suite 500 Folsom, 916-983-5330 bellemodeboutique.com 6. ReloveIt Consignments 1300 East Bidwell Street, Suite 135 Folsom, 916-984-6500, reloveit.us 7. Placer SPCA Thrift Store 931 Washington Boulevard Suite 107, Roseville, 916-782-2434 placerspca.org/thrift.htm 8. ReNew Boutique 1725 Santa Clara Drive, Roseville 916-782-1877, renewboutique.net 9. Jenni Lynn Boutique 4131 South Shingle Road, Suite 16 Shingle Springs, 530-672-2844 jennilynn.biz 10.Jordan’s Closet Locations in El Dorado Hills Roseville and El Dorado jordanscloset.net — Megan Wiskus

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raving something decadent and sinful to get me through the day, I departed the Style office and headed to Historic Folsom for a sweet treat from Snooks Chocolate Factory, a family-run chocolate and candy shop since 1963. The moment I entered, aromas of fine chocolate filled my nose. An expansive glass case – featuring a multitude of desserts on display – was positioned next to an ice cream bar; drinks and other candies were presented throughout the store. After five minutes of contemplating whether I wanted chocolate, taffy, peanut brittle...or everything, I realized I was longing for something covered in soft, chewy caramel and settled on the Pecan Roll. The roll weighed in at nearly half a pound, which afforded me plenty of sugary indulgence without buying every treat on display. The creamy caramel center juxtaposed with the oven-roasted pecans scored a perfect 10 with its marriage of salty and sweet. I had the roll sliced into small pieces – making it perfect to share. Next time you’re perusing Sutter Street and find your sweet tooth throbbing, stop in at Snooks. Snooks Chocolate Factory, 731 Sutter Street, Folsom. 916-985-0620, snookscandies.com. — Paris Ryan

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DECEMBER 8 FIFTH ANNUAL BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Start the yuletide season off with a festive morning of holiday cheer at the CSD Gym. Two seatings are available: 8-9:15 a.m. and 10-11:15 a.m. Event includes breakfast, a visit with Santa and holiday crafts. Space is limited, so please pre-register ($5 per person or $10 at the door, if space is available. Ages two and under are free.

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Calling all kids! Santa is busy getting ready for the holiday season, and his elves will be delivering your Christmas wish lists to the North Pole from December 1-15. He would love to hear from all his friends in El Dorado Hills and promises to return letters. Letters can be mailed or deposited in the holiday mailbox at the El Dorado Hills CSD Gym.

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Rhythms of Christmas: North Pole Secrets Sound Out Tap Compony, a part of Stages – Folsom Dance Arts, will present its annual original holiday production. Join the company as they take a secret journey through Santa’s village and discover who’s really in charge of the North Pole magic! All performances will be held at Folsom High School’s Jill Solberg Performing Arts Theater. For show times and tickets, visit stages-performingarts.org.

45th Annual Christmas Arts and Crafts Fair

This annual event, held along Sutter Street from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., is a Folsom family tradition. Enjoy live music, carolers, face painting and finish up your holiday shopping! Rain or shine. For more details, visit historicfolsom.org.

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Homes for the Holidays Tour

Feast your eyes on glittering garlands, magnificent holiday collections and dramatically decorated Christmas trees, as you tour six beautiful homes all dressed up for the holidays. Three homes and one model home are located within the gates of Serrano Country Club. Local businesses Pottery World and Grapes and Ivy will be offering holiday decorating demonstrations on both days. Pick up tickets at the California Welcome Center in Town Center or visit sierrafoothills. assistanceleague.org.

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Santa Parade in El Dorado Hills The El Dorado Hills Firefighters’ Association will be escorting Santa, Mrs. Claus and their elves on fire engines through El Dorado Hills. Along the route, elves will be collecting canned food, and new unwrapped toys. Donations can be left on your curb. To view the route and for more details, visit edhfire.com.

From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (both days), tour seven historic houses and sites in Historic Folsom, all decorated with holiday cheer! Proceeds benefit the Folsom Historical Society and the Murer House Foundation; free admission to the Folsom History Museum and the Murer House Museum with ticket. For more details, visit folsomhistorymuseum.org.

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Compañía Mazatlán Bellas Artes Presents Posada Navideña Featuring 20 dancers and musicians, this holiday celebration provides a whirlwind tour of Mexico’s distinct cultural regions and includes a traditional Christmas processional (posada), Mexican holiday songs (villancicos), a visit from the Three Wise Men, and a vibrant holiday finale performed in the spirit of a true fiesta. Performance will be held at Three Stages at 7:30 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit threestages.net.

Celebrate with your furry friends from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Folsom Zoo. Santa will be on hand for holiday wishes and each animal will receive festively wrapped packages to open. Canned food donations will be collected for Folsom’s Twin Lakes Food Bank. Free admission. To learn about the animal’s wish list, call 916-351-3527.

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more events Through December 8 – Cash: The Life and Music of an American Legend. Experience Johnny Cash’s explosive life story in the world-premiere of this full-length dance concert with the artists of E:motion Dance Ensemble. For performance times and ticket details, visit threestages.net. December 1 – “Christmas is for Kids” Toy Run. Peruse classic cars and hot rods pre-1974 and peep a visit from Santa Claus in front of Home Depot (2675 East Bidwell Street). Price for car entry is a new unwrapped toy or $10. Proceeds will benefit the Folsom Police Department’s Christmas Toy program. To learn more, visit capcruz.com. December 2 – Cantare Chorale Presents The Night Before Christmas. Showcasing vocal harmony from El Dorado County and beyond for 20 years, Cantare Chorale of the Sierra Foothills presents its holiday performance for all ages. A testament to the power of voice, the show will be performed in the Scott-Skillman Recital Hall at Three Stages. For ticket details, visit threestages.net. December 2 – 30th Annual CIM. The California International Marathon returns to celebrate its Dirty 30. Eight thousand runners will navigate a 26-mile course that starts at Folsom Dam and snakes its way down to the State Capitol. Cheer on participants at one of the many entertainment spots along the route. For more details, visit runcim.org. December 7 – Sing, Dance and Learn with The Poodlums. This interactive entertainment program at the El Dorado Hills Branch Library teaches counting, letter and animal sounds, names of body parts, and basic Spanish words through original music. Join the fun at 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. To learn more, visit eldoradolibrary.org. December 8 – Christmas Open House. Head up to David Girard Vineyards for an afternoon of hayrides in the vineyards, caroling, wine specials, and a surprise visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The fun goes from 1-4 p.m. For more details, visit davidgirardvineyards.com. December 8 – Placer Pops Chorale Presents A Holiday Homecoming. Capture the spirit of the season with new and innovative arrangements of timeless and heartwarming Christmas classics, performed in the vibrant style of this acclaimed Chorale. For show times and to purchase tickets, visit threestages.net. December 8–30 – Madeline’s Christmas. Fancy a Christmas in Paris? If so, you will

enjoy this delightful musical at Sutter Street Theatre in Historic Folsom. Performances on Saturdays and Sundays start at 1 p.m. For weekday times and tickets, visit sutterstreettheatre.com. December 8-9 – Christmas in Coloma. At this annual family celebration and fundraiser for Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, volunteers will recreate an 1850s country Christmas. A day full of crafts, living history recreations, food and of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus! The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. For more details, call 530622-6198. December 9 – California Theatre Center Presents The Elves and the Shoemaker. Laugh when two merry elves arrive at a small village in the Black Forest to discover a poor shoemaker who clearly needs assistance. For ticket details, visit threestages.net. December 9 – Jingle Bell Rockin’ 10K/5K. This Folsom fun run winds it way from East Bidwell Street to Humbug Willow Creek Trail along marshes, creeks and oak woodlands. Enjoy a pre-race raffle and post-race refreshments. For more details, visit elementalrunning.com/races/jinglebell-rockn-10k5k. December 13-31 – Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings. A phone call from the heavenly Rosemary Clooney brings the boys in plaid back to the Sutter Street Theatre. Filled with Christmas standards that have all been “plaid-erized,” this is one holiday treat that’s truly “heaven-sent!” For show times and to purchase tickets, visit sutterstreettheatre.com. December 15-16 – Of Joy & Fate. Join the Folsom Symphony at Three Stages for their annual holiday concert, featuring pieces from Beethoven, Brahms and Handel. The spectacular performance will end with a lively holiday sing-along. Saturday’s concert begins at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday’s at 2 p.m. For more details, visit folsomsymphony.com.

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Letters from Father Christmas by J.R.R. Tolkien Along with regaling the world of Middle Earth, Tolkien amused his children with tales, as told by Father Christmas to the young boys via a hand-addressed letter every December. Spanning from 1920 through 1943, this volume includes reproductions of the letters themselves, along with text of the delightful stories Tolkien wove of life in the North Pole.

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A Christmas Carol narrated by Tom Baker (audio book) British actor Tom Baker, best known to Doctor Who fans as the Fourth Doctor, further extends his legendary capacity with this eagerly anticipated reading of Charles Dickens’ beloved Christmas classic. Baker’s expressive and sonorous voice will be a familiar delight to many, and a pleasant surprise for many more.

FLICKS WITH STYLE – The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey The same creative team from the immensely popular Lord of the Rings series returns to the J.R.R. Tolkien universe bringing the prequel story of The Hobbit to the big screen. Ian McKellen, as Gandalf, leads a pack of Halflings on a new adventure in a planned trilogy. In theaters December 14. —Justin Buettner For Style movie-guru Justin’s thoughts on more December movie releases, visit stylemg.com and click on Flicks with Style! And, for even more, visit facebook. com/flickswithstyle.

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rtists often try their hand at more conventional careers before giving in to the driving need to create. Greg Fisher, mixed media artist and owner of Gallery Impasto in Folsom, is no stranger to the challenges that come with giving up the status quo to take a road less traveled. Fisher spent his youth learning the

contractor trade from his father, satisfying his creative side by exploring artistic approaches to tile work and the like. Though not a classically trained artist, Fisher dabbled in the subject, taking classes in high school and college; instead, he pushed himself to be practical, earning a degree in business management to further his career as a contrac-

tor. Although building houses lent itself to a certain amount of artistry, the time eventually came when he could no longer deny his calling. It’s been nearly five years since Fisher took the leap and became a full-time artist, a change that included the opening of his own studio and showroom, Gallery Impasto. “It was a matter of being in construction and not being able to express myself,” he explains when asked what prompted the move. “There isn’t much ability to express yourself when you’re nailing boards to a wall,” he says. Being immersed in various construction materials for so much of his life, Fisher’s work is an intriguing mix of unusual materials often used in construction, December 2012 - stylemg.com 25

such as roofing tar, tile glue and paints. “The look of [roofing tar] is so much more pure than oil paints,” he says. Fisher’s paintings take rather dichotomous themes, either celebrating the freedom of form in abstract works or following the more constrained shapes necessary to create true-to-life portraits. Though much of his time is spent on portrait work of both celebrities and every day individuals, it’s Fisher’s abstract pieces that tend to carry a heavy dose of emotion. “As far as my abstract work goes, there’s a lot of meaning in it for me, but I want people to look at it and interpret it for themselves,” he says. Careful to avoid outside influences, he’s intensely focused on originality – so much so that he doesn’t allow prints to be made of his work. He believes every piece is unique and not meant to be reproduced or replicated. In Fisher’s most recent works, he’s transitioned into intensifying his use of color, moving in new directions with his abstract pieces. Currently, he’s developing a yet-to-be named collection, which reflects on many experiences from his past. They all have elements of an overarching theme he describes as “keeping freedom” – a statement that’s as equally personal as it is political. He says, “At the end of the day, I think putting a message out through your work is what it’s all about.”

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artbeat Through January 10, 2013 – Just Desserts. See delectable desserts of every fashion, all captured in paintings and scupture in this exhibit at Folsom’s Gallery at 48 Natoma featuring oil paintings by Kit Night, acrylic paintings by Susan Ballenger, and ceramic sculptures by Jeff Nebeker. For more details, call 916355-7285.

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t’s time to gear up for a month full of holiday events – office luncheons, dinner parties and gift exchanges, oh my! When all the merriment and shopping takes its toll, you may experience these common holiday hangovers. Here are a few suggested cures. A POUNDING HEADACHE is one of the most common symptoms after a holiday party. For trusted advice, we turned to Dr. Michele Raithel with Revolutions Natural Medical Solutions in Folsom. Dr. Raithel is trained in natural therapeutics and the practice of alternative medicine. “The best medicine for over-indulgence

is planning,” she says. “If you know that you are going to enjoy a few cocktails and you want to avoid the inevitable headache, load up on the necessary cofactors for the metabolism of alcohol. A detox shot including [vitamins] B12, B complex, thiamine, and a homeopathic to flush out the toxins is adequate.” NAUSEA occurs when alcohol irritates your stomach lining. Dr. Oz – author, heart surgeon and host of The Dr. Oz Show – says your best bet for nausea is cooked eggs, which are high in cysteine, an amino acid that helps your body process the toxins in alcohol. You

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might also try drinking a fruit smoothie to increase your blood sugar and replenish one or two nutrients that were likely lost the previous night. EATING TOO MUCH RICH FOOD can also make you feel sick. If you don’t normally eat heavy sauces, gravies or butter-laden foods, your body isn’t used to processing them. “Eating rich foods is a temptation that most people can’t resist during the holidays,” Dr. Raithel acknowledges. “If you do end up with a miserably full stomach, a good enzyme supplement with a well-rounded grouping of digestive enzymes will help break things down faster.” EMOTIONAL STRESS is, unfortunately, a big part of the holiday rush. An important thing to remember, says Dr. Raithel, is that the goodwill of the holiday season can only be shared if you are being good to yourself first. “Make holiday choices that will make you smile every time you think of them,” she says. “Random acts of kindness are a good start. When I am stressed out on a shopping day I like to leave an extra $5 with

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the cashier at a coffee shop and ask them to buy a coffee for the next person who looks like they need a smile.” S L E E P D E P R I VATION is a problem for many when their holiday schedule involves long to-do lists and late night parties. Stick to your regular schedule if at all possible, including sleep/ wake and meal times. Experiment with a few different ways to relax in the evening and promote sleep, such as listening to soothing music instead of watching action-oriented TV shows, soaking in a warm bath with aromatic oils (lavender and rose scents are good choices), or relaxing with your favorite book and a cup of chamomile tea.

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Boards, according to Christopher Moore, assistant superintendent of educational services. Moore says the Smart Boards are basically touch-screen whiteboards where teachers can touch, grab, highlight and move information around. He says this type of device makes presentations of curriculum more dynamic and engaging. “If a student is learning something new, the more visually captivating it can be, the more likely they’re going to be focused, paying attention and retaining the information…so it really adds to more quality presentations,” he says.

3. READ IT ONLINE To help keep students’ backpacks at a reasonable weight, some classes now not only have a physical textbook, but also an online version of the book that students can access from a personal device. “They really don’t have to bring their book home – as long as they have a device where they can access it,” Moore says. “But because not everybody has that, we still provide the students with a book.” This technology through the book publisher also provides a portal students can log into for teacher assignments, educational videos, quizzes and more. “Our belief is that by providing students with the ability to access the information, to be engaged and check for understanding, they’re going to end up learning the information they need more effectively,” Moore says.

owadays, using technology has become as commonplace as brushing your teeth, so it was just a matter of time before it became part of the classroom. Here’s a look at how some area high schools are integrating technology into their curriculum.

1. PERSONALIZE IT At Oakmont High School in Roseville, some classes require students to bring in a personal device – such as a smartphone or tablet – to use in class, says Assistant Principal Andrea Zimmerman. “The teacher uses Internet research and web skills to teach a lot of their content,” she 30 stylemg.com - December 2012

explains. According to Zimmerman, this practice allows them to move away from set computer labs to mobile labs, which she believes will become more common for completing daily schoolwork. In addition, she says using mobile devices at school will help students learn new programs and tools they need to manage what they learn. “That training in itself, that skill, is something we really want to try and mirror,” she adds.

2. GET SMART (BOARDS) To make learning more interactive, core curriculum classrooms in El Dorado Union High School District are now using Smart

One important aspect of using new technology in the classroom is it’s not just a learning experience for students – teachers are also getting schooled. At Oakmont High School, a group of about 20 teachers meet once a month to look at how the iPad can be used in the classroom. Zimmerman says the group shares details and gets training on different applications to help be more efficient in using the new tools for different subject areas. As well, the school’s librarian is keeping a Wiki of the best practices the group discovers for all to learn from. Zimmerman adds: “I’m really proud that our teachers are moving forward and looking for all kinds of innovative ways to use new and varying technologies.”

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or 25-year-old Lourdes, a single mom and general store owner in Paraguay, the future wasn’t always so promising. Like so many in her country, she grew up poor. Losing her father at 12, Lourdes left rural surrounds for the city; there she found work as a housemaid and dreamt of a self-sustaining tomorrow. Today, with the help of a $40 microloan – a financial advance offered to impoverished borrowers to help finance self-employment projects that requires no collateral – not only does she have her own store, but plans to add a restaurant too. Helping foster micro-entrepreneurship is Whole Planet Foundation (WPF). Established by Whole Foods Market – heavily committed to giving back to the communities in which it does business – the private, nonprofit organization “helps alleviate poverty throughout the world by providing grants or zero-percent interest local currency loans to microfinance institutions in communities where Whole Foods Market sources products,” explains Philip Sansone, the foundation’s president 32 stylemg.com - December 2012

and executive director. Individuals with access to capital to start their own businesses spark change that allows the working poor to become entrepreneurs and alter their personal circumstances through hard work and ingenuity. In turn, the community as a whole is more sustainable and prosperous. Remarkably, sometimes it’s the smallest, most seemingly insignificant microloans – like $25 for a sewing machine to make clothes, or a goat to launch a dairy business – that can make the biggest difference in the developing world.

Oftentimes, this sum can help boost a microentreprenuer’s income from $1-$2 a day to $2-$4, elaborates Sansone. For female borrowers in particular, this can mean better health care for their families and education for their kids, helping keep them in the classroom and off the family farm. Significantly, the foundation does not target Whole Foods Market growers or suppliers in target communities, but rather their poorest citizens. In 2011, it surpassed its goal of assisting 1 million people; estimates have this number surging to 1.5 million by year’s end. “To date, we’ve authorized more than $32 million and disbursed more than $20 million through microlending partners worldwide,” Sansone says. “That’s a lot of change!” Actively supporting the foundation locally are Whole Foods Markets in Roseville and Folsom. In Roseville, says Marketing & Community Relations Team Leader Jill Miller, “Our very own team members participate in a payroll deduction program to benefit the nonprofit. Last year, with the help of our gracious customers, the first annual Whole Planet Foundation Gala raised more than $30,000!” Adds Miller’s counterpart in Folsom, Ciara Glass, “Last year, we hosted a silent art auction at Folsom Lake College’s Three Stages. We also have register programs where customers are able to round up their change and/or donate five cents to the foundation if they bring in reusable bags.” Cash donations are also accepted at both locations, and customers who purchase Whole Trade Guarantee products are assured that one percent of every sale goes straight back to the foundation.

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a merry little christmas 5 Holiday Sanity Savers by Linda Holderness

1. KEEP IT SIMPLE You don’t have to live up to a storybook ideal of the perfect holiday. Michelle Lawson of Roseville saves extended-family get-togethers for New Year’s Day so her own family can spend a relaxed holiday at home. They start Christmas Eve with new pajamas for everyone and stay in them “pretty much all day,” dine on a pre-made meal, and enjoy their new toys and a holiday movie. If you prefer a traditional dinner, everyday dishes and even paper plates have become respectable dining ware. Hand-washing fine china isn’t anyone’s preferred way to spend a holiday.

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in Roseville holds a food drive every year. Her children decorate a cardboard box, invite friends to drop off canned goods and deliver the donations to a food bank. “This is a way I am able to instill in my children the importance of helping others,” Lomax says. It’s never too late to help. A few years ago, Pat Rogers of Folsom called the Salvation Army four days before Christmas and was able to sort toys for needy children.

3. START A HOLIDAY TRADITION Gerry Cutler of Folsom created a treasured family history with tree ornaments. Every Christmas, she looked for ornaments that celebrated family members’ milestones. The decorated trees became displays of their happiest moments, and Cutler’s two grown daughters now have ornaments for their own family histories. Another kin preserves memories with Christmas lists. Opt out of online wish lists and have your children write and decorate their own. Encourage them to dream – even if getting their most-desired gifts is a long shot. Years later, these lists

become a journal of Christmases past.

4. DON’T FORGET FUN Lawson throws Santa parties in her garage with the jolly old gentleman handing out gifts the parents secretly provide. Other families make cookies from Grandmother’s recipe and deliver them to neighbors, act out The Night Before Christmas, or drive or walk to see Christmas lights. In one family, the women do lunch in lieu of exchanging gifts. Suspending tradition can liven up a holiday, too. See a new play rather than The Nutcracker. Stop trying to pose excited kids and take action shots of them instead.

5. STRIVE FOR MODERATION Karen Harvey, CEC, a Folsom life coach, counsels her clients to do only what they must and skip or delegate the rest. There are no rules, she says: It’s okay to bake fewer cookies, put fewer ornaments on the tree or say no to invitations. Maybe this year, when the holidays are over, what you’ll remember as you pack away those decorations is a month of joy – and even peace. •

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f you’ve found yourself in past years feeling more disenchanted than merry as you put away your holiday decorations, maybe it’s time to re-imagine your family celebration. Here are a few ideas for reducing the holiday stress and increasing the joy.

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wall-to-wall appeal The Return of Wallpaper by Darren Elms

rinted, patterned, textured, bold or subtle – wallpaper is back and better than ever. If your most recent impression of the popular wall covering dates back to a faded floral peeling off Grandma’s powder room, time to update your outlook. Wallpaper, applied with skill and creativity, can help transform a ho-hum room into an eye-catching designer’s dream. Also, advances such as nontoxic inks, soy-based coatings, washability and UV resistance are adding to its overall desirability. But before you grab a roll, a bucket of paste and a ladder, check out these tips from local designers who know a thing or two about wallpaper etiquette.

ADD COLOR AND TEXTURE WITHOUT PAINT “Wallpaper is making a comeback due to its design and visual interest, as well as the splash of color it brings to any space,” says Katherine Kawaguchi of Guchi Interior Design. Wallpaper is repetitive patterns or textures with repeats of up to 36”, so keep those measurements in mind when planning out your project. What kinds of patterns are “in” these days? Depending on your style, you’ll find papers that range from natural tones and textures, to shiny metallics and big pattern motifs. “Wallpaper is definitely going more modern these days,” says Destiny Weideman of Destiny Designs. “Fun, large patterns tend to make a statement.”

attempting a DIY with tricky wallpaper it’s best to bring in an expert. “Many homeowners think hanging paper is relatively easy...well, so is laying carpet or tile or even hardwood,” Kawaguchi notes. A professional installation will insure proper adhesive and tools, perfect project room temperature, correct sizing, booking time and installation methods, equaling a quality and professional look. Adds

Weideman, “It’s a messy job and there can be a lot of wall prep involved. It takes little time for a professional and it’s worth the cost.”

CONSIDER YOUR BUDGET Unlike a coat or two of paint, installing wallpaper can be pricey. Therefore, you might want to limit your wallpaper addition to one focus wall for dramatic effect. “In many cases, less is more and a touch here and there shows you are in sync with current trends in home interiors,” Kawaguchi says. Find a focal point in your desired room and pick a paper that complements or contrasts with the paint color of the other walls, the flooring and style of your furniture. Confirms Weideman: “This helps create a unique space but not an expensive one.”

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Wallpaper is a great option to the owner with instinct and vision. “There needs to be something that ties the papers together, as well as colors that work,” Weideman says. “Perhaps using a larger pattern with a unique design [on one wall] and a smaller, simpler pattern [on another].” Kawaguchi recently installed textured paper with soft metallic undertones in a cathedral ceiling area and a soft metallic pattern in the bathroom vanity and one wall in the water closet to tie the look together.

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can’t think of what to get half the people on your holiday gift list? Take a little solace this month with Style’s annual holiday wish list, a guide to gifting and passport to painless shopping. Many of our suggestions can be found locally, making travel time for your sleigh minimal. On your mark, get set, go shopping!

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Reem Acra Eau de Parfum starting at $90 at saksfifthavenue.com.

Raz Imports Ltd. Holiday Lantern in Red, $38, and Golden Glitter Flameless Candle, $14, at Not Too Shabby, 729 Sutter Street, Folsom. 916-985-8979, nottooshabbyshop.com.

MMS Crystal Fringe Purse $61 at Grapes and Ivy, 929 Sutter Street, Folsom, 916-294-9746.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Mommy Mixology: A Cocktail for Every Calamityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; by Janet Frongillo, $14.50 at amazon.com.

Client Appreciation Holiday Gift Bags for Her $42 at Brockway Hair Design, 2784 East Bidwell Street, Folsom, 916 984-6330; 3919 Park Drive, El Dorado Hills, 916-939-0379; 2121 Golden Centre Lane, Gold River, 916-631-4311, brockwayhairdesign.net. NOTE: Includes $35 Brockway Gift Certificate, Eyebrow Wax and Arch, $10 Retail Certificate, Wella or Sebastian Shampoo, Conditioner, Styling aid or Treatment, $10 Salon Service Certificate and $25 Glazing Service. December 2012 - stylemg.com 39

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Clarisonic Mia $119 at Asante Spa 530 Post Court, El Dorado Hills. 916-933-8905, asantespaedh.com.

Park Avenue Princess Nutcracker $40 at Pier 1 2775 East Bidwell Street, Folsom. 916-984-0766, pier1.com.

Teardrop Hoop Dangles byMendoCruz Artisan Jewelry $55 at mendocruz.com.

Birchbox Subscription $10/month or 3-, 6- and 12-month gifts at birchbox.com.

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HIM WISHLIST 2012

Wm. J. Mills & Co. Sea Anchor Series Classic Duck Duffel starting at $136 at shop.millscanvas.com.

Client Appreciation Holiday Gift Bags for Him $28 at Brockway Hair Design, 2784 East Bidwell Street, Folsom, 916 984-6330; 3919 Park Drive, El Dorado Hills, 916-939-0379; 2121 Golden Centre Lane, Gold River, 916-631-4311, brockwayhairdesign.net. NOTE: Includes $20 Brockway Gift Certificate, $10 Retail Certificate, $30 Redken for Men Camo or Demi-Color Service, and Redken for Men Shampoo, Conditioner or Styling Aid.

AQ Audio > SmartSpeaker $575 for 4-Pack at aqaudio.com.

Vintage Glass De canters $34 each at Not Too Shabby 729 Sutter Street Folsom. 916-985-8979, nottooshabbyshop.com.

Two Door Cinema Club: Beacon $10.99 at Dimple Records 313 East Bidwell Street, Folsom. 916-983-2600, dimple.com.

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Wake Up Work Out Alarm Clock $29.95 at gadgetsandgear.com.

HIM WISHLIST 2012

Billabong Woven Shirt $30 at Pacific Swag 8741 Auburn Folsom Road, Granite Bay. 916-797-1151, pacificswag.com.

Yon-Ka Nutri Creme $45 at Asante Spa 530 Post Court, El Dorado Hills. 916-933-8905, asantespaedh.com.

Brooklyn Brew Shop Everyday IPA Beer Making Kit $40 at brooklynbrewshop.com.

Trek Madone 2.1 $1,400 at Town Center Bike & Tri 4420 Town Center Boulevard, Suite 150, El Dorado Hills. 916-941-0900, tcbikeandtri.com.

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Baby Sherpa Back Pack Diaper Bag $89 at babysherpa.com.

Le Top Boys Bomber Jacket in 2T, $54.95, and 4Hope Handmade Necklace, $25.95, and Bracelet, $13.95 (all proceeds of 4Hope jewelry sales go directly to Folsom charities and nonprofits), at Starlight Starbright, 2780 East Bidwell Street, Suite 300, Folsom. 916-983-9977, shopstarlightstarbright.com.

Dr. Dreadful Alien Autopsy Playset $24.88 at Walmart, 1018 Riley Street, Folsom. 916-983-1090, walmart.com.

Wendy Addison Eiffel Tower Christmas Ornament $18 at Not Too Shabby, 729 Sutter Street, Folsom. 916-985-8979, nottooshabbyshop.com.

Little Giraffe Luxe Mini Blanket $62 at Posh Punkins, 4356 Town Center Boulevard, Suite 120, El Dorado Hills. 916-9399500, shopposhpunkins.com. December 2012 - stylemg.com 43

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NBA 2K13 (for Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3) > $59.99 at GameStop 2779 East Bidwell Street, Suite 100, Folsom. 916-984-6397, gamestop.com. LED Glow Chess Set $79.95 at gadgetsandgear.com.

‘The Diviners’ by Libba Bray, $19.99 and ‘The Raven Boys’ by Maggie Stiffvater, $18.99 at Face in a Book 4359 Town Center Boulevard, Suite 113, El Dorado Hills. 916-941-9401, getyourfaceinabook.com.

Willa Naturals Smile Shimmer Lip Goss (in Watermelon, Mint and Mandarin), $6.50 each at willaskincare.com.

Creative Co-op “You Must Not” Coral Plaque $30 at Not Too Shabby 729 Sutter Street, Folsom. 916-985-8979, nottooshabbyshop.com.

Muppets: The Green Album $13.99 at Target, 4400 Town Center Boulevard, El Dorado Hills. 916-605-0184, target.com. 44 stylemg.com - December 2012

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pets & pet lovers

Circle Y Grand Falls Saddle, $642.98, and Red Haute Horse Halter, $34.99, at Double Diamond Tack & Feed, 692 Pleasant Valley Road, Diamond Springs. 530-622-4001, ddtack.com.

Orbee-Tuff Snowball $9.95 at planetdog.com.

National Geographic Pet’s Eye View Camera $40 at fredflare.com.

Safe Made SafeServe Treat Tray (Assorted Designs), $6.99 each, and Plush Puppies Holiday Pet Reindeer Antlers, $5.99, at Sbarkles, 850 East Bidwell Street, Suite 150, Folsom. 916-984-0102, sbarkles.com.

i see spot VEST, $21.99, and i see spot dress, $28.99, at The Doggie Bag Bakery & Boutique, 6881 Douglas Boulevard, Granite Bay. 916-786-9663, thedoggiebag.com.

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Kyjen Holiday Collar starting at $5.99 at Bark Avenue, 4311 Town Center Boulevard, Suite 420, El Dorado Hills. 916-9417400, barkavenueca.com.

Cat’s Meow Catnip Sleeping and Play Mat, $16.88, and Zanies Christmas Tree Teaser, $6.88, at Togs for Dogs and Cats Too!, 330 Green Valley Road, El Dorado Hills. 916-939-3884, togsfordogsandcatstoo.com.

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‘Taste of Treme: Creole, and Soul Food from New Orleans’ Famous Neighborhood of Jazz’ by Todd-Michael St. Pierre $14.93 at barnesandnoble.com.

> Ouch Voodoo Cutting Board $24 at fredflare.com.

Red Bird Cookie Jar $29.95 at Pier 1, 2775 East Bidwell Street, Folsom. 916-984-0766, pier1.com.

Totally Bamboo Salad Hands $19.99 at Nugget Market, 4500 Post Street, El Dorado Hills. 916-933-1433, nuggetmarket.com.

Sutter Buttes Sun-Dried Tomato & Olive Tapenade $8.95, and Sarah’s Tuscan Sea Salt, $6.75, at Selland’s Market Café 4370 Town Center Boulevard, Suite 120, El Dorado Hills. 916-932-5025, sellands.com.

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Eppa SuperFruit Sangria $12.99 at Whole Foods Market, 270 Palladio Parkway, Folsom. 916-984-8500, wholefoodsmarket.com.

Cuisinart SmartStick Hand Blender $59.95 at cuisinart.com.

Chocolate Mint Cupcake, $2.75, Red Velvet Pop, $3, and Pecan Pie, $3, at Icing on the Cupcake, 2779 East Bidwell Street, Folsom. 916-984-9300, icingonthecupcake.com.

stocking stuffers WISHLIST 2012

Tyler Candle Company “Diva” 22 oz., $21, and Creative Co-op 1” Metal Bird Magnets on Board, $12, at Grapes and Ivy, 929 Sutter Street, Folsom, 916-294-9746.

Wella Redken & Sebastian Holiday Travel Packs $2.25 at Brockway Hair Design, 2784 East Bidwell Street, Folsom, 916 984-6330; 3919 Park Drive, El Dorado Hills, 916-939-0379; 2121 Golden Centre Lane, Gold River, 916-631-4311, brockwayhairdesign.net.

Bowers & Wilkins C5 In-Ear Headphones $179.98 at Best Buy 2445 Iron Point Road, Folsom. 916-817-2115, bestbuy.com.

Yummy Breakfast & Dessert Keychains $4.95 each at kidrobot.com.

Zanies Candy Cane Mice $1.88 at Togs for Dogs and Cats Too! 330 Green Valley Road, El Dorado Hills. 916-939-3884, togsfordogsandcatstoo.com.

Little Black Bag eGift Card starting at $59.95 at littleblackbag.com.

‘The Facebook Diet: 50 Funny Signs of Facebook Addiction and Ways To UnPlug with a Tech-Detox’ by Gemini Adams $8.99 at amazon.com. December 2012 - stylemg.com 47

salon +spas Attract new clients and highlight your salon’s or spa’s specialties (or you as a stylist!) this holiday season by advertising in the area’s #1 community magazines. Readers will know who they can trust for quality year-round services, as well as for holiday pampering and gifts for friends. Your business profile will be highlighted in our full color, high quality publication. This complete turnkey marketing solution in our special advertising section allows you to put your best face forward and remind Style readers how you make clients look and feel great. Don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity to be included with the most luxurious spas and salons in the region.

ANEW YOU by Linda Clifford 49 Natoma St., Ste. G | Folsom 916-337-2851 www.lindaclifford4anewu.com lindanclifford@comcast.net Available Tues.-Sat. by appt. only Master Designer & Colorist Thinning Hair Specialist International Trainer & Lecturer Over 35 years of industry experience has taken Linda from owning her own salon to sharing her expertise and knowledge of hair & skin biology, hair cutting, color, texture perms and “Art Principles of Design” with Stylists throughout the world. You too now can benefit from her hair mastery! Linda is accepting clients at ANEW YOU Salon at 49 Natoma St, Suite G, Folsom, CA. In her captivating and charismatic way, you will experience a: •Comprehensive Consultation to discover your desires •Personalize plan to maximize your natural beauty •Along with impeccable Customer Service As the area’s “Hair & Scalp Specialist”, Linda will show you how to take charge of your hair’s styling concerns and give you continued support in the evolution of the NEW YOU! Linda’s exceptional knowledge, skills, service and “chair-side manner” has led many of her clients to comment, “Where have you been all my life?”

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services. A client does not have to go to multiple salons to receive nail, hair and facial or body services, they can do it all underneath one roof. Atrium has a vichy shower for body therapies, a shower for clients personal use and they also offer custom airbrush tanning for clients who want sunless bronzing. Atrium offers clients beverage services, a guest lounge and spa lunches for their full day package guests. Guests can spend a full day or come in for a short visit. Atrium carries only the best professional products for their clients such as Pevonia, Glo Therapeutics, Kerastase, Bumble & Bumble, Aveda, Wella and Pureology. Atrium invites you to come and experience the Atrium Salon Spa difference.

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chops steak seafood & bar Classic Good Taste by Kelly Soderlund

nsconced within the stradas and trellises of Folsom’s Palladio at Broadstone, Chops is approachable for those desirous of an upscale evening or simply dinner and a movie at the theaters next door. Those familiar with the company’s downtown Sacramento location would be mistaken to expect a cookie-cutter replica; this incarnation has a personality distinctly its own. The interior design is a seamless mix of classic contemporary, radiating warmth with lush red booths, dark wood and glowing fireplaces. Modern accents such as the exposed ceiling, mirrored walls and glass ball pendant lighting add depth and an urban pop.

Both my Grilled King Salmon Oscar and my dining partner’s Dixon Lamb Chops were a testament to pink-centered perfection. 50 stylemg.com - December 2012

Our well-storied server regaled us with anecdotes of his Tahoe past, waiting on the likes of Frank Sinatra – the exact atmosphere that any good steakhouse should invoke. We chatted some more as our Thai Beef Skewers with Asian slaw and peanut sauce arrived; it was starting to get packed in the backlit bar as patrons made selections from the extensive cocktail and wine lists. Although open since July, we happened to chance on the grand opening weekend, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony and celebration was in full tilt. A raffle was ongoing throughout the night, and a Frank Sinatra (!) singer would be entertaining later in the bar.

As we transitioned to our entrées, I was extremely pleased to note that both my Grilled King Salmon Oscar and my dining partner’s Dixon Lamb Chops were a testament to pink-centered perfection. The salmon, topped with Dungeness crab, rested on crisp asparagus and was drizzled with béarnaise, while the chops were encrusted in a sharp mustard/breadcrumb mixture. Both were accompanied by our choices of glazed carrots and a salt-crusted baked potato. Chops has definitely embraced the new American comfort food movement with both arms, offering everything from sandwiches, salads and pastas to the more traditional selections. As owner Geoff Flynn says, ”We love what we do and we just want to make people happy,” which seems to remind me of a little Sinatra tune that begins “Forget your troubles and just get happy...” Yep, I think Frank would approve.

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Chops Steak Seafood & Bar, 250 Palladio Parkway, Suite 1339, Folsom, 916817-1490, chopssteakhouses.com.

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EL DORADO HILLS AMERICAN/Café/Bakery/Deli The Hub Coffee House & Café 4364 Town Center Blvd. 916-939-6764 The Purple Place 363 Green Valley Rd. 916-933-2616 Sienna Restaurant 3909 Park Dr. 916-941-9694 Windplay Deli ** 5003 Windplay Dr. 916-933-9099 French Café Campanile 4359 Town Center Blvd. 916-934-0734 JAPANESE Sky Sushi 3907 Park Dr. 916-941-6310 MEXICAN Sir Vesa’s 2023 Vine Street 916-939-9153 THAI Chantara Thai 4361 Town Center Blvd. 916-939-0389

FOLSOM RESTAURANTS American/Café/Bakery/Deli Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Folsom 1016 Riley St. 916-225-3541 Early Toast** 25075 Blue Ravine Rd. 916-984-5200 Folsom Sports Garage ** 25005 Blue Ravine Rd. 916-984-7008 Freshii 2776 E. Bidwell St. 916-983-1400

Jack’s Urban Eats ** 2756 E. Bidwell St. 916-984-5553 Karen’s Bakery and Café ** 705 Gold Lake Dr. 916-985-2665 La Bou 404 Blue Ravine Rd. 916-983-3885 13385 Folsom Blvd. 916-608-2288 Lake Forest Café 13409 Folsom Blvd. 916-985-6780 Land Ocean New American Steakhouse 2720 E. Bidwell St. 916-983-7000 Main Street Bagel ** 1125 Riley St. 916-983-6444 Mary’s Gold Miner Cafe 426 E. Bidwell St. 916-984-4181 Willow Cafe & Sweetery 13405 Folsom Blvd. 916-294-7805 Hours: Lunch: M-F 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Dinner: Th-Sat 5 p.m. - Close; Brunch: Sat-Sun 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Credit Cards Accepted: V, M, D At Willow Café & Sweetery we proudly feature a seasonal menu with local brews and wines available. Our dishes highlight fresh, local and delicious ingredients, using only free-range and grass-fed meats. We offer cuisine to meet a range of dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free selections. See ad on page 53 California-French Bidwell Street Bistro ** 1004 E. Bidwell Street 916-984-7500 Hours: Lunch: M-F: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Dinner: M: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.; T-Th: 5 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.; F-Sat: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Closed Sun. Credit Cards Accepted: V, M, A, D Bidwell Street Bistro has been serving excellent food and wine in Folsom for over 9 years. Owner, Richard Righton, and Executive Chef, Wendi Mentink are a formidable team and have been praised and won

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After a long day of holiday shopping, come by and enjoy one of our “Signature” burgers paired with a warm (or cold) libation. Our gift cards also make great stocking stuffers ... you will be appreciated for your thoughtfulness. Open 11 am daily.

restaurantguide Bidwell St. Bistro continued... awards since they opened. Open for lunch and dinner with a full bar. Bidwell Street Bistro also has a private dining room for your special events and business dinners. Come and enjoy our seasonal menu and extensive wine list. Catering is also available. www.bidwellstreetbistro.com See ad on page 56 Chinese/Asian Fat’s Asia Bistro ** 2585 Iron Point Rd. 916-983-1133 Hours: Lunch: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily; Dinner: Sun-Th: 4 p.m. - 10 p.m.; F-Sat: 4 p.m. - 11 p.m. Reservations Accepted Credit Cards Accepted: V, M, A We specialize in handmade dim sum, house made banana cream pie (Frank Fat’s recipe) and fresh, high quality Asian food. Full bar with high quality spirits and spectacular wine list. Patio seating with outdoor water features. Banquet parties available for up to 30 people. We have contemporary Asian cuisine in a spectacular hip environment.Visit www. lovemyfats.com. See ad on page 12 Sunny Garden Exotic Asian Cuisine 25085 Blue Ravine Rd. 916-983-8882 Teriyaki To Go! 614 E. Bidwell St. 916-983-5560 Italian Visconti’s Ristorante 2700 E. Bidwell St. 916-983-5181

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JapanesE Aloha Sushi ** 2791 East Bidwell St. 916-984-3777

Jimboy’s Tacos 708 E. Bidwell St. 916-983-6990 La Rosa Blanca 402 Natoma St. 916-673-9085 Los Cerros Mexican Grill 2405 Iron Point Rd. 916-817-6452 Mexquite ** The Parkway Shopping Center 916-984-8607 Hours: Sun-Th: 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; F-Sat: 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m., bar open until 1 a.m. F-Sat. Credit Cards Accepted: V, M, A Mexquite Mexican Cuisine and Tequila Lounge complements what the city of Folsom and our surrounding areas are creating for our environment. We are here to provide shade, great tasting cuisine, warmth for the winter months and cooling for the summer time, while providing our neighbors and friends with outstanding service and the highest quality food and beverages. NOW SERVING Mexican breakfast Sat. & Sun. Visit www.mexquite.com. See ad on page 53 Pizza Girasole Pizza 2700 E. Bidwell St. 916-984-7179 Pronto Pizza 299 Iron Point Rd. 916-608-0720 THAI Thai Paradise ** 2770 E. Bidwell St. 916-984-8988

SELECT OUTLYING RESTAURANTS I Love Teriyaki & Sushi 185 Blue Ravine Rd. 916-357-5202 Suishin Sushi ** 194 Blue Ravine Rd. 916-985-8885

Sierra Smokehouse BBQ 2533 Merrychase Dr., Cameron Park 530-672-7477 ZacJack Bistro 3275 Coach Ln., Cameron Park 530-676-2969

Wasabi Japanese Fusion 2371 Iron Point Rd. 916-817-8887

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Mexican Felipe’s Mexican Restaurant ** 1760 Prairie City Rd. 916-985-8888

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ARGYLE BRUT 2008 ‘Tis the season to eat, drink and be merry with friends and family. I find sharing a nice bottle of sparkling wine – either before dinner with appetizers or with the main meal – is a very festive way to go. Argyle Brut 2008 would pair nicely with this month’s Jerusalem Artichoke and Artichoke Heart Linguine. Retailing for about $27 a bottle, this sparking wine should fit nicely into the holiday budget. Since 1987, Argyle Winery in Willamette, Oregon, has been producing Argyle Brut. Named “Oregon’s Premier Winery” by Wine Spectator Magazine, Argyle Winery produces world-class sparkling wines, barrel-fermented Chardonnays, and “silky” textured Pinot Noirs. The winemakers at Argyle harvest all grapes for this Brut into small baskets, and chill the grapes overnight to 35 degrees Fahrenheit before crushing the next day. This process preserves the ripe fruit characteristics and naturally limits oxidation, making for a sparkling wine that “pulls you in from across the room.” Argyle Brut has a soft straw color, and full aromas of creamy vanilla, poached pear and fresh sourdough starter. There are also notes of ripe guava, red Anjou pear and Meyer lemon, finishing with notes of honeysuckle and lemon curd. With so many flavors, this sparkling wine will be sure to impress and please your guests. Raise a glass of this lovely Brut and celebrate the season in style! —Richard Righton Owner, Bidwell Street Bistro in Folsom

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• 1 tbsp. kosher or fine sea salt, plus 1 tsp. • 1 lb. dried linguine • 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil • 1 lb. Jerusalem artichokes, cut on the diagonal into slices 1/4-inch thick • 1/4 tsp. freshly ground pepper • 1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes • 1 small onion, thinly sliced • 1 -14-oz. can quartered artichoke hearts in water, drained and patted dry • 6 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced • 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice • 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh mint • Freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese for garnish

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Celebrating the South Wing Teddy Bear Clinic, Tours and Open House Festivities Mark Construction Completion  Marshall Celebrates Completion of South Wing  Robot-Assisted Surgery Comes to Marshall  Marshall Wound Care Center is a Healing Place

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Celebrating the South Wing Timing of Opening Dependent on Final State Inspections El Dorado County Fire and EMS personnel were on hand to help celebrate the new wing and Emergency Department.

A giant inflatable slide was a huge hit in the carnival atmosphere on September 14 - Community Day.

In September, Marshall Medical Center celebrated the completion and upcoming opening of the South Wing, housing a new Emergency Department and Birth Center. A large tent was built in front of the new wing and housed various events over the three-day celebration. Highlights included events shown here, including an employee luncheon, donor and physician receptions. A ribbon cutting ceremony was well-attended by all three area chambers of commerce, punctuated with remarks from local dignitaries, such as Placerville Mayor Mark Acuna. The grand finale was a Community Open House, featuring a very popular Teddy Bear Clinic for children, as well as entertainment, carnival games and face painting. Tours of the South Wing were given throughout the events. Building the 88,000 square-foot South Wing was a true community effort. More than $1million in donations came from employees, the Marshall Auxiliary, physicians and members of the community. A new donor wall adorns the main lobby, filled with names of those who contributed to the fundraising campaign. “Our hospital expansion and investment in technology mark a new era in patient care for our community. We have finally elevated the level of our facility to match the high standard of care we provide every day,” said Marshall CEO James Whipple.

Placerville Mayor Mark Acuna remarked about the central role of Marshall Hospital in Placerville’s overall success.

The ribbon is officially cut for Marshall’s new South Wing. Shown l-r, Marshall CEO James Whipple; OB/GYN Department Head Robert Carter, MD; Emergency Department Director Marc Walter, MD, and Marshall Board President Gael Barsotti.

Placerville Police Chief and Marshall Foundation Board President George Nielsen congratulates Marshall CEO James Whipple at the South Wing Ribbon Cutting. Steve Linde, FNP, examines a young patient at the Marshall Teddy Bear Clinic for kids, part of the Community Day festivities.

At the time of this publication being finalized, the opening of the South Wing was pending final inspections by the state. Visit www. marshallmedical.org for the latest updates.

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Marshall Now Offers Urology Services

Marshall Introduces Urology Service

Marshall Medical Center is pleased to expand its specialty care offerings with Urology services. Urologists treat conditions including infertility, prostate and urinary cancers, urinary infections and other problems, voiding disorders and incontinence, as well as vasectomies. Office appointments are available via physician referral in Cameron Park at Marshall Specialty Care office, 3501 Palmer Drive, Suite 201, Cameron Park. Call 530-626-9488 for more information.

Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, El Dorado Hills, Placerville

New Healthcare Providers

and Georgetown; and many community health and education programs. Marshall has over 200 board-certified physicians and a team of over 1,200 employees providing quality healthcare services to more than 150,000 residents of El Dorado County.

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Anita Heart, MD Marshall Family Medicine 1095 Marshall Way Placerville, CA 95667 530-626-2920

Samuel Ceridon, MD Marshall Family Medicine 1095 Marshall Way Placerville, CA 95667 530-626-2920

Cory Meeder, DO Emergency Physicians Medical Group Marshall Hospital 1100 Marshall Way Placerville, CA 95667

Michelle Throp, MS Marshall Hearing Center 4300 Golden Center Drive, Suite D Placerville, CA 95667 530-344-2010

Placerville, CA 95667 telephone 530-622-1441 or 916-933-0913; www.marshallmedical.org It is intended to provide information about health in general as well as healthcare services and resources available in El Dorado County. Information in For Your Health comes from a wide range of medical experts. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your healthcare provider. If you have questions, concerns or suggestions for future topics, contact the editor, Carrie Poggio, at (530) 626-2816 or via email at cpoggio@marshallmedical.org.

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Raising the Bar

Robot-Assisted Minimally Invasive Surgery Comes to Marshall

Investment Means More Options for Local Patients

The Da Vinci surgical system is made by Intuitive Surgical, Inc., located in Palo Alto.

OB/GYN physician Robert Carter, MD, shows how the surgeon console controls the robotic instruments.

Marshall Medical Center recently purchased the Da Vinci Surgical System, a robot-assisted method of surgery that reduces blood loss, recovery time and pain. It falls within the category of minimally-invasive surgery. Robot-assisted surgery is especially useful in urological, gynecological and general surgery procedures, in some cases taking the place of laparoscopic procedures. The FDA-approved system has been in use for about 10 years, but until recently, it has generally been available only at large, multi-hospital systems. Many international clinical trials over the years have proven the system safe and beneficial for many surgeries. Michele Cherry, DO, and Robert Carter, MD, physicians with Marshall OB/GYN, are two of the first providers to start using the Da Vinci for surgeries in their specialty. It will be available to all OB/GYN providers, but Dr. Cherry and Dr. Carter are in the current process of certification. “When I saw this demonstrated at a conference last year, I was really excited at the prospect of Marshall obtaining a unit,” Dr. Cherry says. “The precision of the instruments and the benefits to our patients will be remarkable.” Dr. Carter echoes, “The visualization through the control console and the precise

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movements of the instruments are truly impressive. I think this will eventually help many people who would benefit from surgery but who might shy away due to the pain and recovery time involved.” The Da Vinci surgical system requires intense and lengthy training for surgeons, and involves hours of practice using a simulator. In Da Vinci surgery, the surgeon sits at a console that controls the robot, which is positioned above the patient. Real time, magnified 3D views of the surgical area enhance the views surgeons can see. The robot itself is equipped with incredibly precise instruments that can rotate better than a human hand and wrist. Dr. Cherry explains, “This system enhances our skills through improved dexterity, increased range of motion, better visualization and access and the precision is incredible. The smaller incisions alone make this a very attractive option.” She says patients may experience less pain and blood loss, and enjoy faster recovery and return to normal activities. “I can’t wait to offer this to our patients.” If you’re facing surgery, talk to your physician about the availability and appropriateness of Da Vinci surgery for your condition.

Marshall Invests in Medical Technology

This photo helps show the generous size and comfortable furnishings in our new Birth Center labor and delivery rooms.

The completion of the South Wing spurred advancements in technology at Marshall, which, from the day it was founded, has consistently invested in the latest technology available. A $2 million cardiac monitoring system will be in place hospital-wide, allowing healthcare providers to view patient heart rates from anywhere. An electronic tracking board in the new Emergency Department will show real-time patient status. A 64-slice CT scanner, dedicated for Emergency Department use, will speed diagnostic imaging needs for many emergent situations, including trauma cases. It also provides redundancy for the hospital, so that if one CT scanner is having technical issues, the other can be used, instead of patients having to be transported to the Diagnostic Imaging Center in Cameron Park. In the Emergency Department, physicians and nurses will communicate via lapel radios when in different areas of the unit, for faster patient care and communication. In the second Floor Birth Center, a dedicated operating room provides for c-section needs without having to move laboring moms to the surgery area of the main hospital. Whirlpool tubs, iPod docking stations and many comforts complete the luxurious surroundings. www.marshallmedical.org / For Your Health

Raising the Bar

The Healing Place Marshall’s New Wound Care Center is Saving Limbs and Improving Lives

A major goal of the program is to prevent wounds from getting so severe, that limb amputation is required. “We are here to save limbs, which ultimately may save a life,” says Sharon. Wound care involves many providers coming together to treat the root cause, as well as the wound itself and the patients’ overall health. Depending on the nature of the wound, treatments can range from advanced dressing techniques as well as bioengineered tissue, negative pressure therapy, debridement (removal of dead tissue) and surgery, just to name a few. Until this past May, El Dorado County residents needing outpatient wound care services had to travel to Roseville or Sacramento or further to get help. Marshall Medical Center, in its long tradition of expanding services close to home, saw that need and invested in a new outpatient Wound Care Center at the hospital campus in Placerville.

The Medical Director of Marshall’s Wound Care Center is Robin Locke, MD, an experienced general surgeon. It’s additionally staffed by specially trained wound care nurses and Dr. Harprit Bajwa, a podiatrist, with more physicians coming on board as the service expands. They work in close concert with primary and specialty physicians, as well as other resources such as Marshall Home Care, to plan out the most effective and convenient treatment plan possible. All services are done via physician referral.

Chronic wounds – or those that don’t heal – can have any number of causes, from infection, pressure ulcers (bed sores), cellulitis, surgery, cancer treatment-related tissue damage and many other chronic conditions, most notably, diabetes.

of lower extremity amputations occur in patients with diabetes”

“The need is great,” says Wound Care Center specialist Sharon Goldsmith, RN. “We have a high percentage of elderly patients in our community, including many diabetic patients. These individuals have a greater risk in general for developing non-healing wounds, so our goal is to intervene early with advanced wound healing practices. “ “Because of the poor circulation and neuropathy that many diabetics have, we see a great number of foot ulcers in these patients,” adds Iris Marshall, Certified Wound Specialist. “We work hard to educate patients on issues of prevention, to hopefully avoid future foot ulcers.”

The Wound Care center is only seven months old, but already changing lives. Patients get advanced, effective care close to home, as well as care that is encouraging, uplifting and positive from the staff.

In T heir Own Words

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Marshall Wound Care Center patients and family share their experiences Kathy Elliot “I’m so grateful for this service. It’s so needed in our community. The staff here is amazing, so caring and supportive to me. They truly can make you forget you’re hurting. I’m healing very well now.” Tom Kowaleski, about his 97-year-old mother’s care “My mother had a hip injury and over time, with her favoring that leg, a deep pressure ulcer erupted that went down to the bone. We live in Shingle Springs and were traveling down to Roseville to another center, but she wasn’t getting better. We learned about Marshall’s new Wound Care service and started coming here, and what a difference. I’m very pleased with the care and the healing progress. The wound is nearly gone now, and it was down to the bone.” Vergie Drury “I fell in the tub and had a severe wound and hematoma on my shin. It was so painful and became infected. There was so much tissue damage, I needed a bio engineered skin graft from Dr. Harprit Bajwa [podiatrist and Wound Care team member], which I’m healing from now. It’s going to take a little more time, but it’s so much better than it was, and they see me every few days to make sure I’m progressing.”

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Foundation News

Local Family Leaves a Legacy On the walls of the new Emergency Room at Marshall Hospital are the big, bold words The Arnold and Frances Jones Endowment Emergency Department and Trauma Center. The simple story behind the largest donor to the $4 million dollar Campaign for Emergency Services and Community Health conveys our mantra: Hope.Healing.Here. Arnold was a simple man of Dutch descent: no frills but tons of common sense. If you saw him on the street, you would never pick him out as a person with much money. But in his heart, he had a passion for healthcare. You would often see him in a red flannel shirt or a cotton one made by his loving wife Frances. A heavy equipment operator by trade, Arnold owned his own business and worked hard. A former El Dorado Rose, Frances owned Frances’ Clothes Closet in Camino. Most of the smartly dressed ladies in Apple Hill purchased their wardrobe at the small but popular shop across from the Jones property on Pony Express Trail. Renowned for her classes in pine needle basketry, Frances later died of respiratory failure. The Joneses believed in helping their community. Arnold’s passion for the community good and for healthcare – spurred by his own mother’s profession as a nurse – brought him to consider leaving a large gift to Marshall Hospital as a lasting tribute to his only true love, Frances.

Scholarship Recipients

Shown with Placerville Police Chief and Foundation Board President George Nielsen, are scholarship recipients shown l-r: Alea Marie Benavides, Lory Amey, Kristy Berger and Mary Melton.

Often Arnold would fix tuna sandwiches for representatives of Marshall who came to visit him and his little dog as he told many stories of their life in Apple Hill. He believed in investing in gold and silver and after his death, coins valued at over $400,000 were found in the walls of his very unassuming home. He asked only that his estate, valued at $1.2 million, be used for the community good. Marshall hopes to one day build a health clinic on the Jones property site . As a result of the Jones legacy gift, the healthcare community will benefit for years to come.

For more information about how you can leave your own legacy, contact Executive Director Karen Good at Marshall Foundation 530-642-9984 or email kgood@marshallmedical.org. No gift is too small to help provide a better life for future generations.

Congratulations to the recent Mathewson-Bonser Scholarship winners: Raquel Alfaro, North 1; Lory Amey, TCC; Jessika Balderston, ER; Alea Marie Benavides, Lab; Kristy Berger, ER; Leanne Boyd, TCC; Teresa Hinz, North 1 & 2; Mary Melton, Surgery; Janet Powers-Gray, North 1; Heather Sebren, North 2; Amanda Seivert, North 2; and Lisa Seivert, TCC. During the past 21 years, $153,189 in scholarships have been awarded to 121 recipients, thus fulfilling the dream of Dr. Quentin Bonser and Dr. John Mathewson to help continue the education of our outstanding nurses and to upgrade their skills.

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Programs & Classes

Marshall Health & Wellness Programs & Classes Marshall’s programs can help you get healthy and stay healthy. Offering services for all ages and stages of life, we hope to see you at one or more of the classes below. Our Community Health Education Classes include Smoking Cessation and Childbirth related classes, in addition to a babysitting class. Call 530-626-2990 for more information and to register. We also offer diabetes and Nutrition Education through our Physician Clinic Services. Call 530-672-7021 for more information.

COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATION CLASS SCHEDULE Healthy Pregnancy

Designed for women who are thinking about becoming pregnant or have recently become pregnant, the class focuses on nutrition and exercise, fetal development, prenatal tests, hazards to avoid and preventing preterm labor. Tuesday, February 6 7-9 p.m. (funded by generous grant from Marshall Foundation for Community Health) Childbirth Education

Come spend a day with our medical professionals and gain insight into the exciting medical fields. Call 530626-2990 for more details. Friday, January 11 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fee: $50 Smoking Cessation 7-Week Series

Pre-registration required and space is limited. Call 530-626-2990 for more information.

6-week series

Fee: $75

This class provides information on labor, delivery and postpartum issues. Tuesdays, Jan. 3 - Feb. 7 7-9 p.m.

HEALTHY LIVING DIABETES EDUCATION CLASSES

Childbirth Education

1-Day Intensive A custom designed childbirth class for those who do not have the time for the traditional 6-week class format. Saturday, February 9 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Fee: $60 The Breastfeeding ExperiencE

This class will help you understand breastfeeding, learn techniques and positions, and will give you the confidence to handle common breastfeeding challenges. Wednesday, January 9 6-8 p.m. Fee: $25 Baby Basics

This class reviews basic newborn care for the first few weeks of life. Topics include newborn characteristics, physical and emotional needs of the baby, as well as health and safety skills. Tuesday, February 5 7-9 p.m. Fee: $25

HEALTH CAREER EXPLORATION DAY EVENT

Live your best life with diabetes! Our classes can help you gain the knowledge and tools to remain motivated with your healthy lifestyle in the days and years ahead. Individual Diabetes Education

Appointments with our Registered Nurse, Certified Diabetes Educators (CDEs), are strongly encouraged especially if: • You are newly diagnosed • Beginning a new medication • Need extra support to gain control. Learn about the latest tools and techniques for self-management of your diabetes. Individual Nutrition Education

Our Registered Dietitians (RDs) are available for appointments to discuss: • Diabetes meal planning • Weight management/Cholesterol control • Medical Nutrition Therapy for most medical conditions Healthy Living Class #1: Diabetes Essentials

• What diabetes is • Controlling blood glucose levels

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• Using your meter effectively Tuesday, January 8, 1-2 p.m. Cameron Park Healthy Living Class #2: Carbohydrates, Food & You

• Carbohydrates and diet • Meal planning • Managing your weight Thursday, December 13, 1-3 p.m. Placerville Wednesday, February 20, 6-8 p.m. Placerville Thursday, March 7, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Placerville Healthy Living Class #3: Gaining Better Control

• Making sense of your blood glucose numbers • Medication options • Tips on eating out Wednesday, February 6, 1-3 p.m. Placerville Tuesday, April 2, 6-8 p.m. Cameron Park Healthy Living Class #4: Your Plan for Success

• Reducing your risk—long term complications • Exercise—make it work for you • Staying motivated • Diabetes and emotions Thursday, March 14, 1-3 p.m. Placerville Tuesday, April 9, 1-3 p.m. Cameron Park

Class Locations: 681 Main St., Ste. 206/207, Placerville 3581 Palmer Dr., Bldg. 600 Cameron Park For more information call: (530) 672-7021

Strength & Conditioning • Body Composition Sports Performance • Injury Prevention & Rehab Corrective Exercises • Structural Bodywork MyoFascial Release • Active Isolated Stretching All clients receive Postural & Movement Assessment! We offer Private, Semi-Private, and Small Group Training as well as Manual Therapy sessions.

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Healthcare right where you want it You don’t have to travel far for expert primary and specialty care. Marshall Medical Center provides excellent care for the whole family with convenient locations right here in El Dorado County.

We’re growing to care for you! We’re adding more primary and specialty care physicians to our roster, with offices located conveniently in El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park and Placerville. All of our physicians are board-certified, ensuring high quality care for patients. Marshall Hospital has opened the doors to the area’s newest Emergency Department/Level 3 Trauma Unit and Birth Center, offering the community a higher level of care, service and experience.

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So-Cal’s Coastal Village of Choice by Desiree Patterson

wenty minutes north of San Diego and 90 miles south of Los Angeles, Del Mar – a chic coastal village – nestles atop rolling bluffs overlooking the sublime sea and beach. If you find yourself needing some out-of-town leisure with an abundance of outdoor meandering options and vistas, but with minimal crowds, Del Mar is the perfect escape. This sometimes overlooked gemof-a-get-away offers amazing sunsets, coastal views galore, haute cuisine, tons of surf and turf activities, and easy access to a multitude of neighboring San Diego attractions, and best of all, relaxation is “always in season” here.

SLEEP SEASIDE When I’m feeling like having all the perks, I pick L’Auberge Del Mar. This southern California ocean-side resort is reminiscent of a private, coastal estate, and their mantra – “relaxing by day and spirited by night” – encapsulates the experience perfectly. The property rests on five acres and boasts a private pathway to what’s been referred to as one of the best beaches in the southern California area. Upon check-in, enjoy L’Auberge’s Living Room Bar Happy Hour with a Spicy Watermelon Margarita and let the laziness begin. Besides having the most-desirable location on Del Mar’s main drag, a.k.a. Camino Del Mar, the resort continues to spoil guests with their Condé Nast ranked accommodations including plush rooms 68 stylemg.com - December 2012

L’Auberge guest room

with private balconies (pets welcome!), an award-winning restaurant and multiple bars, a 5,000-square-foot, full-service European spa, an outdoor heated leisure pool with whirlpool spa overlooking the ocean, two championship tennis courts… and the list goes on. Needless to say, you really could spend days here without ever setting foot in your car. If you still desire pampering, but find that artsy, boutique-style sleeping is more your style, let your mind wander at Hotel Indigo Del Mar, also located on Camino Del Mar. Upon entering, guests will notice the distinct connection between the contemporary upscale hotel and the neighborhood that surrounds. The artwork on the walls and the furniture in every room including signature murals with images of all things Del Mar – seashells, the coastline, and the famous racetrack – capture the true essence of the area’s culture. Freshly prepared dishes highlight a menu of local fare at the property’s Oceanview Bar and Grill. Hotel Indigo may not cost as much as Four Seasons, but its posh bedding, spastyle bathrooms, outdoor pool, health and fitness center, European spa, and free Wi-Fi in every room don’t disappoint.

Main Street Del Mar

Spa L’Auberge fire pit

Table at Kitchen 1540 at L’Auberge

Sbicca American Bistro. Locals love Sbicca for the intimate dining atmosphere nestled just off the beach in the heart of downtown. sbiccabistro.com Order: Lobster & Shrimp Bisque

Ocean view dining at Flavor in Plaza Del Mar

Oh yeah, they welcome your pooch too!

INDULGE YOUR APPETITE At any time of day there are delectable morsels to be devoured. Here’s a path (with options) to please your palate.

Photos at L’Auberge courtesy of L’Auberge Del Mar; all others courtesy of delmarmainstreet.com.

Breakfast: Americana Restaurant. This little eatery, surrounded by lush vegetation and ocean views, has been located in the heart of Del Mar Village for over 12 years. Breakfast or lunch, you can’t go wrong. americanarestaurant.com Order: Green Eggs & Ham Brunch: The Brigantine Del Mar. A “home away from home” for race fans, the Brigantine is a North County staple, especially the oysters. brigantine.com Order: Whatever is on their “Specials” menu! Burlap. Saddle up! East meets west with celebrity chef Brian Malarkey’s playful tone on “Asian Cowboy” cuisine offering a hybrid of meat, seafood and bold sides with Asian influences. burlapeats.com Order: Pulled Pork, Sesame, Spinach & Balsamic Eggs Benedict

Dinner: Kitchen 1540 at L’Auberge Del Mar Resort. James Beard Chef Paul McCabe has been recognized as one of southern California’s best chefs and introduces a new farm-to-plate culinary concept to San Diego, only at Kitchen 1540. laubergedelmar.com/kitchen1540 Order: BBQ Pig Roast with Potato Terrine Late Night: Del Mar Pizza. Classic New York pizza at the beach doesn’t get any better than here, especially for a late dinner after a few cold ones. delmarpizza.net Order: Chicken Pesto Pizza Seaside Yogurt We found out that if you could predict the exact cost of your yogurt, you get it for free. facebook.com/SeasideYogurt Order: Dulce de Leche

PLAY OUTSIDE Just minutes from anywhere you find yourself in Del Mar Village, featuring one-of-a-kind boutiques in Plaza Del Mar, art vendors, farmers’ markets, scenic hiking trails, surf, sand and sun. Here

are a few specifics to keep in mind when you visit. 10 ITINERARY IDEAS: 1. Farmers’ Market. Not only will you find the freshest produce, but also grab some fresh fish and handcrafted cheese. Open year round every Saturday from 1-4 p.m. in the Del Mar City Hall Parking Lot at 1050 Camino del Mar (delmarfarmersmarket.org). 2. Del Mar Fairgrounds. Just two miles from L’Aubuerge, visit the grounds now through January 1, 2013 for the city’s Holiday of Lights. Check out the 77th annual Del Mar Fair From mid-June to early July (delmarfairgrounds.com). 3. Torrey Pines State Reserve. Hike amidst beautiful views of the ocean and occasional dolphin or whale sightings (torreypine.org). 4. Del Mar Art Center Gallery. At the Del Mar Plaza, take a break from the beauty of the outdoors to see local art as well as periodic art shows, demonstrations, educational activities, musical concerts and literary readings (dmacgallery.com). 5. Whale Watching. Helgren’s Complete Sportfishing and Sportfishing Fleet offer a variety of daily or chartered activities including deep-sea fishing, sea life and whale watching, and relaxing harbor coastal excursions. Note: Grey whales migrate annually and pass through starting the end of December through the end of March (helgrensportfishing.com). For the last 5 ideas, visit stylemg. com!

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Lunch: Jake’s Del Mar. With waves crashing against the restaurant’s windows, Jake’s Del Mar brings the ocean into the dining experience. jakesdelmar.com Order: Ahi “Pastrami” Sandwich

L’Auberge Courtyard at night

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introducing Describe your business. We are the one-stop center to make your life easier. We give you more time to do the things you want to do by offering convenience, value and great customer service. We do it all, from fingerprinting, notary services and shipping services to custom photo gifts and rubber stamps. How are you involved with both the community and your customer? We’ve held hands with more than 14,000 members of our community as we did their Live Scan fingerprints! We also support the Natoma Assembly International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, the Folsom Turkey Trot, the Folsom Firecracker, and the local Boy and Girl Scouts. Why is your staff the best in the business? Our staff includes two certified packing experts, four certified fingerprint rollers and five commissioned notaries; not to mention, we always have at least one David and Kimberly Shira notary on staff. Our goal is to “wow” each and every customer with our superior customer service and expertise. What’s your biggest job perk? More Than A We get to focus on projects and causes that are dear to our hearts, such as PAWS for Mailbox Purple Hearts. This organization helps heal our returning combat veterans by teaching 1750 Prairie City Road those with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to train service dogs for their comrades Suite 130, Folsom with physical disabilities. We are working with a state organization to raise money 916-351-9241 through merchandise sales. mtambox.com And finally, customer service is…? What brings a smile to our faces and tickles our toes. We strive to give every one of our customers the “Disneyland” experience when they come through our doors. We go above and beyond to “wow” our customers, and in the process, many of our customers have become friends. We do our best to take it from “ordinary to extraordinary!”

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Describe your business. Did you find it, or did it find you? It found me. It’s been in my blood to always create and build things with my own two hands; my dad was a furniture designer. How are you involved with both the community and your customer? I always donate lamps and other items to Sacramento State’s crew team and whatever animal foundations I can. What life accomplishments are you most proud of? I’ve had some good roles in TV and film, as well as lots of national TV commercials. Where do you go when the going gets tough? To our heavenly Father! What’s your biggest job perk? Putting a smile on my clients’ faces and making them happy. What’s your favorite place to eat out locally? Mikuni on Hazel Avenue. Where do you and your family go locally to have fun? I live with my two rescue dogs, Daisy and Buddy, overlooking the American River, so we don’t have to go anywhere. I love to cook and I’m great at it, too. If you could meet someone living or dead, who would it be and why?   My dad – he was my mentor and I miss him dearly. What’s your favorite local event that you go to?   Top of Folsom – I was asked to be an artist at this year’s event. If you could be any other profession what would it be? A football player. And finally, customer service is…? The best thing you can do for anyone – service with a smile. I’ve worked for the airlines, Nordstrom, and have been a bartender and waiter in some very nice places. I understand how important customer service is.

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Answers by Connie Chan. Describe your business. Did you find it, or did it find you? The Healing Station is an alternative health and wellness center in Folsom, which has been designed to provide a natural, toxin-free environment to pamper and restore you physically, mentally and spiritually. While at our facility, you will experience freedom from harmful chemicals and toxins that you may be exposed to at your home, work and outdoor environment. Our massage and facial/skin services are customized to address your specific goals, concerns or challenges. This customized attention will assist your body in transforming you into better health, greater flexibility and pain reduction. Finally, your spirit will have quiet time to regenerate, calming you and bringing you to your inner healing place. I have several bulging discs in my neck. After numerous appointments with traditional Western medical physicians who addressed my pain and discomfort with Connie and Marc Chan prescription medication, I began searching for alternatives to medication. I discovered a massage therapist that practiced raindrop therapy – utilizing essential The Healing oils and concentrating on my spinal column – and with regular sessions, my pain was alleviated. Wishing to help others utilizing natural methods led to The Healing Station Station 530 Plaza Drive concept. Suite 130, Folsom What life accomplishments are you most proud of? 916-294-9980 I’m the first in my family to obtain a college degree. I’ve always had a thirst for educathehealingstation.net tion, and I enjoy sharing knowledge with others. And finally, customer service is…? Providing a welcoming environment and understandable recommendations, listening, and ensuring the customer is comfortable so their experience encourages repeat appointments and referrals. When I designed The Healing Station, I did it from the view of the customer. If we’re looking at a new product or service, I think about the customer’s experience. Describe your business. Did you find it, or did it find you? I’ve been pursuing design for several years while working as a manager for some large Sacramento-area companies. I finally decided to “do what I love, and love what I do”! How are you involved with both the community and your customer? I provide design donations to non-profit organizations, including high school fundraisers, church events, business groups and rotary, just to name a few. Why is your staff the best in the business? We respect each individual’s role and strive to exceed client expectations as a team, doing whatever it takes! What life accomplishments are you most proud of? Being married for 27 years and raising our awesome son, Ryan, who is currently attending the Sacramento Fire Academy. Who is your role model in business or in life, and why? My faith is my inspiration; also, my parents who established very high morals, a positive outlook and strong family values. Those building blocks are central to managing both personal and business situations. Where do you go when the going gets tough? I walk with my dog, Roxy, or go boating with family to find peace and balance. What’s your favorite place to eat out locally? Karen’s Bakery in Folsom. Karen is a true “food artist” who creates delicious and inviting treats for any occasion. What’s your favorite local event that you go to? Our family tradition of attending the annual Christmas Arts and Crafts Fair on Sutter Street during the holidays. And finally, customer service is…? Actively listening when clients describe their “design vision,” and working together to produce something beyond their expectations!

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outtakes Reunion Nightclub RIBBON CUTTING & Soft Opening El Dorado Hills October 18 Photos by Dante Fontana.

Ripening of a Woman Book Launch Party Side Bar, El Dorado Hills, October 7 Photos courtesy of M Communications.

Author Melanie BakerGarrett poses with the waiter

Veronica Raya, Melanie Baker-Garrett and the waiter enjoy great weather and launch party fun outside Side Bar

Publicist Michele Smith, the waiter, and Melanie Baker-Garrett

Ribbon cutting

Putting on the Glitz Serrano Country Club, El Dorado Hills, October 17 Photos by Travis Kinsey.

Leslie Jones, Teresa Karnow, Kara Merino and Jennifer Douglas

Professional ballroom dancers Glen Reed and Ginger Kurowski

Mallory Hoff from KCRA 3Â with husband Benjamin Golata

Armen & Jonna Keledgian and Jennifer & Mike Kifer

Carolee Champlin, EDH Newcomers Club president with husband Thad Champlin

Charline RennerÂ with Sherry Hook, model coordinator for the Fashion Show

Cynthia Lynn and Brian Johnson

Cirque-style performance by Earth Circus Productions

Glamorous models and EDH Newcomers Club members, Viva Williams, Christine Halfen and Cheryl Stidham

Dancers Glen and Ginger lead the group in line dancing

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“The Uncensored Message that My Wife Asked Me Not to Write…” Dear friend, Well, at first, my wife asked me not to write this. We had a big discussion about it. Finally, she understood what I was trying to do, and actually helped me write this letter to you. Here’s the thing. In my office, most of the people that come in to see me tell me they’ve “tried everything.” They’ve had “every” test, wound up with huge medical bills, and are still no better off. Often, they’ve been subjected to medications that have only served to temporarily mask symptoms. That’s not what most people are looking for.

might never regain feeling again in her left leg. A friend of mine convinces me to give his doctor a try. This new doctor does an exam takes some films, and then ‘adjusts’ my wife’s spine (he tells us there is compression in her body creating pressure on the nerves that are affecting her legs.) The adjustment is very gentle, and post exams and films are taken to assure the adjustment is successful.

Health, or the lack of it, very often has simple causes, and very reasonable corrections. That’s what I’m going to tell you about. But, before I tell you more, let me On the way home from our visit tell you something about me… my wife states that she felt At the time, I’m about to become a tingling in her legs! Oh, did I brand new father. For nine months mention that this doctor is a my wife and I are excited and a bit chiropractor? Within a few short nervous to meet our unborn months, she has full use of both daughter. Then it happens, my legs. I’m so impressed with the wife is having complications so the results, and the other ‘miracles’ doctor induces her one month that are shared with us at his early. The labor is exhausting and office, that I eventually went to the cord is wrapped around my chiropractic school myself. And daughter’s neck. With no time to that’s how it happened! spare, the doctor delivers our baby by way of forceps. Our newborn is Back to what my wife (at first) lifeless when we first meet her, and didn’t want me to write. It’s that my wife is physically, mentally, chiropractic is one of the biggest and emotionally spent. “secrets” in health care. Few people (relatively, only 10% have After a week in the intensive care been to a chiropractor) know unit my daughter, Aislyn, is well about it. And many of the rest enough to go home. Sadly, my could be helped if they only knew wife is not doing well. She has the true story. My wife could have limited use of both of her legs and been confined to a walker or is checked out of the hospital with possibly a wheelchair had we not a walker. Our lives become a been encouraged to seek challenge as she cannot carry our chiropractic care. So, I often feel baby from room to room, and I am like shouting it from the away most of the day. The doctor’s mountaintop! Is that at the hospital are perplexed so “professional?” Well, maybe it is, they refer us to a neurologist. We or maybe not. But, I’ve decided left with a grim prognosis that she people should know.

Many of my patients travel well differently to care, but we get over an hour each way to see me terrific results. It’s that simple! for various problems like: Exciting Offer-Look, I know you’re smart. You want to get to  Headaches the cause of your problem, and not  Migraines just cover it up with drugs. When  Chronic pain you are one of the first 20 people  Neck pain to call and schedule a new patient  Shoulder/arm pain exam (by December September 24, 28, 2012 2012)  Whiplash from car you’ll receive that entire exam for accidents $37. That includes x-rays, a  Backaches computerized postural analysis  Numbness in limbs and a detailed report of findings.  Athletic injuries The whole ball of wax, and, there Just to name a few… are no hidden fees. But, call right away because we expect to be Here’s what some of my flooded with calls as this exam patients had to say: normally costs $275. Again, there’s only 20 of these slots, so After my first adjustment, it don’t miss out and call today (by law, this offer excludes was like the floodgates were open. . I have been twisted up Medicare/Medicaid recipients.) for over 20 years and for the Great care at a great fee…Please, I first time I am moving in the hope that there’s no right direction. misunderstanding about quality -Sam W of care just because I have a lower exam fee. You’ll get great care at Dr. Hassey’s technique proves I a great fee. My qualifications…I’m didn’t have to be in pain for the a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic. rest of my life. I was able to get I’ve been entrusted to take care of back to the active life I enjoy. tiny babies to pro athletes that -Toni S. you may know. I just have that low exam fee to help more people who As amazing as this may sound, I need care. have been symptom free since my first visit! My assistant is Katie and she is a -Greg G. really great person. Our office is both friendly and warm and we try our best to make you feel at After many years of major home. We have a wonderful shoulder pain, I saw Dr. Hassey service, at an exceptional fee. Our and after a few corrections the office is called NUCALI SPINAL constant pain was gone. CARE and it’s at 1200 Suncast -Tod J Lane, El Dorado Hills, CA. Our phone number is 916-626-4300. I have more stamina, am less Call Katie today for an stressed and I have increased appointment. We can help you. energy. Thank you and God bless. - Tantra M. -Matthew Hassey, D.C. Several times a day patients thank me for helping them with P.S. When accompanied by the their health problems. But I can’t first, I am also offering the second really take the credit. The truth is family member this same that I’ve never healed anyone of examination for only $10. anything. What I do is perform a specific spinal adjustment to remove nerve pressure, and the body responds by healing itself. Of course, all people respond

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characters of christmas Behind the North Pole Scenes by Tom Mailey

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week later, his manuscript appeared in my inbox. Sadly, it was unusable. See, I’d overlooked one thing: It’s tough to type on a keyboard when you have hooves instead of hands. Here were the first few sentences: ladjajsdofijoeilwey95pjwe. Lp;aknvkn. dvap’wqeqa;rh. Lkao 34h\jad’/0. Listen, Blitzen is a super nice gu…er… reindeer. I sincerely appreciated his efforts, but I couldn’t use his submission. Since Style isn’t available at the North Pole (yet), let’s just keep this between us, okay? Next, I offered the column to Mrs. Claus, but she and Santa are empty nesters (their only son, Marvin, attends graduate school at Arizona State with plans to become a climatologist). So, with the Big Guy nearly always preoccupied by the Big Day, she’s parlayed her spare time into becoming something of an entre-

preneur, managing a pint-sized party entertainer named Elve-is and developing a marketing strategy for her upcoming line of Mrs. Claus’ North Pole-ish Sausages (venison-free I hope). I was left with one final option: the Little Drummer Boy. He’s all grown up now, drumming for a rock band called SkidmarXX. I reached him on tour in Belgium – which along with county fairs is where all bands end up touring when they run out of hits. Unlike many celebrities who gained famed as kids, he says he’s proud of his past. As he put it, “Hey man, I’ve been lucky enough to rock ‘n’ roll around the world. I’ve gotten tats with Keith Richards, went sunglasses shopping with Bono, wrecked a Maserati with Sammy Hagar. But I tell you what, playing that night, for that little baby...? That will always be my biggest performance.” When I asked him why, he said simply: “He’s the King, man. Even though he was just this little bitty baby, you could tell, the dude had it goin’ on. Still does. Make sure everybody remembers that.” And with that, LDB (which is what he goes by now) had to go. The band was set to take the stage at the annual Brussels’ Brautwurst and Brewfest. “I hear they’re serving up Mrs. Claus’ new dogs,” he said. “Can’t wait to try ‘em. I sure hope they ain’t venison!”

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was going to turn this column over to a guest for December, to someone who really knows a thing or two about Christmas. My first choice was Blitzen, the alpha reindeer of Santa’s team. “Wait,” I hear you say. “Isn’t the leader of Santa’s team Rudolph?” No. Yes, Rudolph is more high profile – the glamour boy, the face of the brand – but Blitzen’s the guy who gets it done. Rudolph? Surrounded by handlers: image managers, PR reps and assorted “people.” Each is like another level on a video game you have to beat before advancing to the next level, except if you make it all the way, you don’t get to unlock the Treasures of the Kingdom (or whatever happens at the end of a video game); instead, you get a smarmy, “We’ll get back to you...” and you know that unless you’re Conan, Dave or one of the Jimmys, you will not be gotten back to. Blitzen’s no nonsense. He’s still listed in the North Pole phone book; he even answered himself when I called, but spoke reluctantly, “Who cares what I think about Christmas? Santa’s already busting my jingle bells to get the team ready by November.” This apparently is when they begin test flights. And, a little wearily Blitzen said, “Why don’t you call Rudolph?” I pressed on, telling him Rudolph was out and that I wanted someone with a little more meat on their bones. Suddenly, he let out a throaty cackle. “Hope it’s not venison!” I knew he was in. A