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Rocklin resident Gayle Rappaport-Weiland creates signature impressionistic works using watercolor, acrylic and mixed media. Her qualifications and expertise – as an artist, teacher, curator, speaker, demonstrator and consultant – are widely recognized and respected. Her paintings have been exhibited in galleries and exhibitions throughout the U.S. Her art wall was featured on the HGTV show Look What I Did and her floral artwork, Flow, was licensed nationally by Home Goods stores. Paying it forward is one of Gayle’s life goals. Her work on the breast cancer awareness art piece Soul Survivor: Symbol of Hope with Gini Crepps was featured on Rob on the Road; as well, she co-created Appeals for Art (appealsforart.com), which offers donation advice for artists and charities with Ann Ranlett. For more information, visit art.grappaport.com. 6 stylemg.com - December 2012
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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 yin-yang 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 postholiday 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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You Can Never Have Too Much Style WINTER SALAD WONDERLAND 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.
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ongratulations to Rocklin High School senior Amanda Wong for winning the National Foundation for Women Legislators and the National Rifle Association’s 15th Annual Bill of Rights Essay Scholarship Contest! Assemblywoman Beth Gaines announced Wong as one of the 25 semifinalists at the Northern California Women’s Forum. Gaines will accompany her on an all-expenses-paid trip to NFWL’s Annual Conference this month in Atlanta, where Wong will accept a $3,000 scholarship and be a featured speaker...Roseville residents attended a dedication ceremony on October 23 to celebrate the opening of the City’s 67th park, Alberto & Carmen Heredia Park. This 2.5-acre park serves the residential community in the Fiddyment Farms area...Head to Newcastle’s Twin Peaks Orchards on December 2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for an Open House and Fruit Tasting. Enjoy local food and wine, U-pick mandarins, tractor-pulled hayrides and more. Free admission; held rain or shine...Congratulations to Rocklin’s RRUFF Dog Park (5480 5th Street), which has been selected to win a $2,000 grant on behalf of the Room to Run Dog Appreciation Project. The grant will be used to make improvements that will provide dogs and their owners with an enhanced interaction space...Whole Foods Market in Roseville is helping P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevent Alcohol and Risk-Related Trauma in Youth) keep the roads safer – whether we walk, run, cycle, drive or are passengers. The store chose P.A.R.T.Y. as a recipient of their Nickels for Nonprofits donations. By choosing to donate the nickel given for each reusable bag used now through January 20, customers will directly help cover program costs...The California Waterfowl Association will be opening an office on Blue Oaks Boulevard. The award-winning nonprofit’s principal objectives are the conservation, protection and enhancement of California’s waterfowl resources, wetlands and associated hunting heritage...SureWest Communications will relocate from its current Industrial Avenue address to Vernon Street in Roseville. Employees are expected to begin moving to the renovated facility in early 2013...Exclusive Wraps & Signs, specializing in graphic design, signs, banners and vehicle wraps, is opening a location on 810 Atlantic Street, Suite B...Black Bear Diner – which provides excellent and affordable food in a fun, uniquely bear-themed atmosphere – will be coming to Roseville, taking over the vacated Applebee’s on Stanford Ranch Road...In other restaurant news, The Union – a combined bar, arcade and restaurant – will open soon on Pacific Street, taking over the former Bar Basic...Taylor Morrison Homes will be constructing 206 medium-density residential homes within the Stone Point Master Plan, located at Eureka and North Sunrise... That’s all for now, but check back next month for Style’s annual Health & Wellness feature! — Compiled by Kelly Soderlund
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Q&A Q: What advice would you give to your younger self? A: Finish college when you’re young, spend more time volunteering and help others here or abroad. Q: What comes to you naturally? A: Speaking to people one-on-one and developing relationships. Q: What’s your biggest pet peeve? A: Not spending more time with my family and taking care of myself. Q: Are you high or low maintenance? A: Very low Q: Biggest life inspirations? A: Feeding hungry people and providing a way for everyone to eat healthier. Q: What are you most proud of? A: My kids and family
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Q: Favorite humanitarian cause? A: Hunger – Feeding America and California Association of Food Banks
Longtime Roseville resident Dave Martinez was going to college and working in construction when a few of his friends suggested they volunteer at a local food bank. The experience made a major impact on him, and after graduating from Sacramento State, Martinez accepted a full-time position as warehouse manager at the same food bank (then called the Placer County Concilio). He quickly found himself working his way into positions of greater responsibility, helping the organization to expand and consolidate with other area food banks. Soon, the organization – now known as Placer Food Bank – went from feeding around 5,000 people a month
Q: Best words of wisdom you’ve received? A: “Live life on life’s terms.”
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favorites Author/writer: Vince Flynn Escape: Soccer Guilty pleasure: Sushi Meal in town: Wong’s Garden Chinese Cuisine Local landmark: Old Roseville Memory: A tornado in Roseville Movie: The Last Samurai Musician/band: Chicago Local nonprofit: Roseville R.E.C. Center Annual event: Empty Bowls Supper fundraiser
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to feeding more than 42,000 in Placer County and beyond. This month, the food bank will deliver food to houses as part of the Roseville Christmas Basket program, and Martinez (now the executive director) is proud of his efforts to provide low-cost, healthy meals to families facing tough economic times. He encourages both of his teenage children to volunteer their time at the food bank, and he’s currently working on programs to provide even more meals to local children and seniors. “The bottom line is that children and seniors depend on us,” Martinez says. “It’s our social duty to take care of them.” — Amber Foster
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he Roseville Public Library is excited to get a new online catalog system, making it easy for visitors to find what they need. The libraries will be closed for the holidays from 2 p.m. on December 24 through January 1, but starting January 2, visitors will be able to access the new catalog system. Create wish lists of items you want to read or check out, rate and review library titles, make suggested reading lists to share with other patrons, and post things to social media sites like Facebook and Twitter right from the library catalog. Head to any of the Roseville Library branches on January 2 for demonstrations of the new catalog system, as well as games and light refreshments. For those not able to make it, visit roseville.ca.us/library to view the new catalog and watch video demonstrations. — Jamie Finley
For more information about the variety of programs and events offered by the City of Roseville Parks, Recreation and Libraries, visit roseville.ca.us.
season’s eatings PlacerGROWN and Foothill Farmers’ Market WHAT’S IN SEASON NOW: Mandarins! Satsuma mandarins or “little, tiny oranges,” grow abundantly in Placer County. Most mandarins are sweeter than their citrus cousins (yet there are some tart varieties), are generally seedless, and have bright orange, easy-to-peel skin with inner segments that are easily separated. But it’s not just their delicious taste that has everyone talking: Research suggests eating Placer County mandarins can alleviate congestion symptoms from a cold, flu or allergies.
DID YOU KNOW? Placer County mandarins have been dubbed the “magic” fruit. A study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture found Placer County mandarins contain six times more synephrine – a natural decongestant – than any other citrus fruit; what’s more, the study found mandarins from other areas don’t have as much synephrine. 14 stylemg.com - December 2012
save you significant costs over the life of a lease. A tenant may be able to develop some market knowledge, but it will not be near what a professional tenant broker develops by working the market daily for years. A competent tenant broker already knows the best properties in the market, the market pricing, and the concessions landlords are making to procure tenants. A tenant broker will save you time and lease expenses, and you usually don’t have to pay for the service; tenant brokers almost always get paid by the landlord and are effectively a free leasing specialist for the tenant. —Gordon Stevenson, Senior Vice President Brandon Sessions, Associate TRI Commercial Real Estate Services, Inc. 2250 Douglas Boulevard Suite 200, Roseville 916-677-8000, tricommercial.com
AVAILABILITY AND KEEP: Store mandarins in a cool place for up to one week. Refrigerate if not eaten within a week or two; the flavor may change slightly, but the fruit will stay fresh for another week. Local mandarins are available at a selection of Placer County Foothill Farmers’ Markets including year-round markets in Auburn on Saturdays and at the Fountains at Roseville on Tuesdays. Mandarins can also be found at more than 30 Placer County farms along the mandarin trail in Auburn, Newcastle, Penryn, Loomis and Lincoln. The fruit makes a great Christmas gift and many mandarin farmers offer shipping. For a full list of local growers, directions and more details, visit mountainmandarins.com. For the recipe to make Prawn, Mandarin and Celery Stir Fry, visit stylemg.com. For more information about PlacerGROWN and the Foothill Farmers’ Market Association, visit placergrown.org and foothillfarmersmarket.com. — Laura Albright
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ith the holidays upon us, Rocklin Parks and Recreation promises to keep the little ones busy while they’re out of school by offering the popular Kids Junction Holiday Camp. Held at the Rocklin Community Center in Johnson-Springview Park from December 26 to January 4, staff will lead kids in fun games, crafts and activities. Download the registration form on the Rocklin Parks and Recreation Web site. Registration is also underway (deadline is January 4) for the Shoot the Rock Basketball program for kids in grades 1-12. This coed, recreational league offers boys and girls an opportunity to learn basketball fundamentals, teamwork and sportsmanship; as well, Shoot the Rock Basketball is a member of the Jr. Kings program in which participants receive a Kings practice jersey and have an opportunity to purchase discount Kings tickets. Are you looking to host a holiday party for your business or family? Rocklin Parks and Recreation can help. There are venues available for parties up to 300 people, including the newly renovated Rocklin Event Center. Call the facility specialists at 916-625-5200 for more information. Have Breakfast with Santa and visit King Kandy’s Workshop on December 15 at the Rocklin Event Center. The morning will include a hearty breakfast, a chance to visit with Santa, games, activities and prizes. Reservations will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. To register, visit rocklinfamilyfestivals.com. — Andrea Slater
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
For more information about Rocklin Parks and Recreation’s winter programs and activities, visit www.rocklin.ca.us/ParksAndRecreation or call 916-625-5200.
4. Freestyle Clothing Exchange Locations in Folsom, Citrus Heights and Sacramento freestyleclothing.com.
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f ever there was a restaurant that exuded a sense of family, then Four Sisters Café is it. Owned and operated by – you guessed it, four sisters – Regina, twins Lisa and Julie, and youngest Patricia, the café has quickly become the newest hotspot in town. If you’re planning on a weekend visit, be prepared for a wait – and for good reason. The food is solid, the décor is clean rather than kitschy, and the wait staff treats you as an extension of the family running the place. I visited after having just finished a half-marathon and was suitably famished. Not to worry, Four Sisters rose to the occasion! After perusing their wealth of breakfast and lunch options, I settled
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on the Vegg Head Omelet with a side of fruit, while my dining partner went for the Spice it Up Omelet, peppered with cilantro, jalapeños and served with a tortilla and salsa. Both quickly disappeared, and I was rather disappointed I did not take the server’s suggestion to enjoy the meal “Four Sisters Style,” with a whole egg and white Cheddar resting on top. Ultimately, this is a family place, run by a family. There’s nothing more appetizing than that…except for their food, of course! Four Sisters Café, 9050 Fairway Drive, Suite 165, Roseville. 916-797-0770, facebook. com/foursisterscafe. — Kelly Soderlund
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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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!
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uring the holidays, few things bring more joy than helping someone in need. This year, Arden Fair celebrates the spirit of giving by rewarding three local charities that we believe best embody the season’s sentiment of good will: • CCHAT Center • Sacramento Sheriff’s Toy Project • Wind Youth Services Find out about the many ways you can earn your wings this holiday season at ArdenFair.com or on our Facebook page. Be a part of the giving and spread the joy!
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Granite Bay Christmas Tree Lighting
Gather the family and head out to the Quarry Ponds Shopping Center for games, activities, carriage rides and the lighting of the 20-foot Christmas tree on which you can hang your own family ornament. Enjoy food and live entertainment. The fun goes from 4 to 8 p.m. For more details, visit gbtreelighting.com.
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From noon to 9 p.m., enjoy more than 400 nativity displays from more than 50 countries and listen to Christmas musical performances from local schools and community choirs at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (6460 CavittStallmann Road in Granite Bay). Free admission. For more details, call 916-791-3213.
Help support homeless families and kick off the holidays in style. The event – taking place at the Flower Farm Inn in Loomis from 2 to 5 p.m. – will include a fashion show by White House Black Market, scenes from The Nutcracker, holiday gift auctions, a raffle and more. For more details, visit rosevillehomestart.org.
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Roseville High School’s celebrated annual holiday dance program returns with more than 170 dancers performing a variety of dance forms: tap, clogging, jazz, hip hop, ballet and more. A portion of opening night proceeds will support the Dancing Feet, Feat, Fete scholarship fund. For more details and tickets, call 917-782-3753 x. 3800.
Holidays in the Hills Hosted by the Placer County Vintners Association and the Placer County Wine Trail members, this self-guided weekend wine-tasting event will include opportunities to meet winemakers, grape growers and other vino enthusiasts while tasting award-winning wines from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 17 wineries. Admission is free with a toy or cash donation. For more details, visit placerwine.com.
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Join the Down Syndrome Information Alliance for this special night at the Placer County Fairgrounds. The pageant begins at 6 p.m. in Johnson Hall. For ticket details, visit walkingangels.webs.com.
more events December 1 – Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting. Lincoln residents and their families will have an opportunity to kick off the holidays and get into the spirit of the season with this local parade and tree lighting. For more details, visit lincolnchamber.com. December 1, 8-9, 14-15, & 21-22 – Cinderella Carriage Rides. Live out your own fairy tale with a carriage ride through the Fountains at Roseville. Tickets (available at guest services) must be used within 30 minutes after purchasing. For ride times and more details, visit fountainsatroseville.com. 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 4 – Sacramento Speakers Series: President Bill Clinton. Extend your campaign fervor into December with a visit to Sacramento’s Memorial Auditorium to witness one of the most sought after speakers in the country. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit sacramentospeakers.com. December 6-7 & 13-14 – Christmas Children. Roseville Theatre Arts Academy brings a mix of homeless children, society kids, and rapping elves to the stage. All the “Christmas children” will work together to bring back the meaning of friendship and community in a family-friendly show that takes place between the big city and the North Pole. For show times and to purchase tickets, visit rosevilletheatreartsacademy.com. December 8 – Holiday Party for the Animals. 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. 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 – Holiday Home Tour. This annual event, hosted by the Loomis Basin Educational Foundation, will feature some of the areas most spectacular
homes. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., enjoy food and refreshments, entertainment, crafters and various vendors. Proceeds benefit the Loomis Union School District. For more details and tickets, visit lbef. net. December 8 & 15 – Old Town Christmas. Head up the hill to Old Town Auburn from 5 to 9 p.m. on either dates for great food, entertainment and pictures with Santa. This festive event will feature crafters and artists, as well as a Holiday Open House in all shops! For more details, visit oldtownauburnca.com. December 11 – Messiah. The Auburn Symphony, accompanied by four very talented soloists, will hold their annual sing-along performance of Handel’s oratorio Messiah at 7 p.m. in the Placer High School Auditorium. To purchase tickets, visit auburnsymphony.com. December 15-16 – Roseville Gun Show. Mosey on down to the Placer County Fairgrounds from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday for a weekend celebrating your Second Amendment right. For details, visit codeofthewestgunshows.com/index. htm. Through December 16 – Oliver! Rocklin Community Theatre presents the adored tale of Oliver, an orphan who runs away from an orphanage and hooks up with a group of boys trained to be pickpockets by an elderly mentor. Friday and Saturday evening shows are at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit rocklintheatre. org. December 24 – Free Admission Day at Fairytale Town. Let your imaginations run wild and escape the holiday hustle and bustle this Christmas Eve with free admission to Fairytale Town from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more details, visit fairytaletown.org. Through December 24 – Santa at Westfield Galleria. Take a break from holiday shopping to snap a family picture with Santa! All picture packages include a free Shutterfly gift card. For more details, visit westfieldgalleria.com.
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December 28 – Brian McKnight. Enjoy the musical styling of Grammy awardwinning, multi-instrumentalist R&B entertainer Brian McKnight at Thunder Valley Casino. For more details or to purchase tickets, visit thundervalleyresort. com. December 31 – Blackout Skate and Canned Food Drive. Help ring in the New Year at Roller King with a blackout skate from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Bring a canned food donation for half off the admission price. For more details, visit rollerkingroseville. com.
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Pretty Paper – Willie Nelson To fully appreciate Willie’s languid genius, the 1979 classic Pretty Paper is a great place to start. It’s not just his choice of songs – like the gorgeous Roy Orbison title track – but the way every song becomes his own while still evoking everything you love about the originals. There are many great country Christmas albums, but only Willie comes so close to perfection.
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.
The Original Christmas Classics Rankin/Bass equals Christmas. At least it did in my house as a child. From the weird noise that Rudolph’s nose makes when it lights up to aspiring dentist Hermey the Elf and Mickey Rooney’s vibrant Santa Claus, to Frosty’s famous “HAP-PY BIRTH-DAY” exclamation and Jimmy Durante’s narration, these ’60s TV specials never lose their charm.
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On This Winter’s Night – Lady Antebellum Grammy winners Lady Antebellum are getting into the Christmas spirit with On This Winter’s Night, a new collection of traditional Christmas favorites. The style will surprise some Lady A fans, evoking Bing Crosby classics with rich orchestral arrangements. It’s a taste of the old, with a flair for the new.
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.
NOW: Arthur Christmas A box office hit in theaters last November, Arthur Christmas finally hit DVD. A new Christmas tale from Aardman Animations, the crew behind the beloved Wallace and Grommit, and featuring the voice work of James McAvoy (X-Men: First Class), Hugh Laurie (TV’s House), Bill Nighy (Pirates of the Caribbean) and Robbie Coltrane (Hagrid of Harry Potter), this is one for the whole family.
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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guidance for afflicted area youth is growing by the second. As the famous author Dr. Seuss once said, “A person’s a person, no matter how small.” Enter local band Joe Getty & The Dead Flowers. The rock ‘n’ rollers are big heroes – not only to their fans, but to area foster kids too. Getty, one half of the hugely popular Armstrong and Getty KSTE talk radio show, loves making music and helping others. “I am not making music to make money,” Getty explains. “I want to do something good for my community.” Besides being a hardworking northern
artbeat Through January 5, 2013 – CrockerKingsley Art Competition. For the first year, this long-standing, biannual show has moved to Roseville’s Blue Line Gallery and will feature 75 works of fine ceramic art. Award winners will be exhibited at the Crocker Art Museum from February 3-May 5, 2013. For gallery hours and more details, visit rosevillearts.org.
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by LeeAnn Dickson hat’s more satisfying than helping a disadvantaged child? How about a whole bunch of children? What if a little money or support could transform a child’s future from horrid to happy? Nearly 60,000 children are in foster care in California and another 30,000 enter the system each year. These neglected kids often suffer the repercussions of emotional or physical abuse; as well, statistics prove they are more likely to have health issues, do poorly in school and drop out. For these reasons and many more, the need for support and
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California radio personality, Getty has released his band’s second album, One More Mile. The 18 song rockin’ masterpiece is sold at Sleep Train – the West Coast’s largest mattress retailer – stores and online. All of the proceeds from first year sales go directly to the Sleep Train Foster Kids program. “No one is making a nickel on it,” Getty says. The motto of Sleep Train’s Foster Kids program is: “Not everyone can be a foster parent, but anyone can help a foster child.” Getty knows these kids face a hard life and sometimes do it without shoes, school supplies and adequate clothes. “A tremendous amount of these kids become homeless,” Getty says. Mike Wilson, vice president of marketing for Sleep Train, appreciates the work Getty is doing to help their cause. “Joe has been an on-air spokesperson for more than 10 years,” Wilson explains. “He approached us with this creative way to raise funds for foster kids.” Getty’s band is named with a nod to the ’70s Rolling Stones song “Dead Flowers.” Getty admits to being a Stones freak and wanted to honor one of his favorite bands and one of his group’s inspirations. Within their music and during performances, the band also channels the likes of Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen and “a sprinkle of The Clash,” Getty adds. The Rocklin resident and dedicated family man has enjoyed all things music for as long as he can remember; Getty can be heard singing and playing the rhythm guitar and tambourines.
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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 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.
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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 the cashier at a coffee shop and ask them to buy a coffee for the next person who looks like they need a smile.” SLEEP DEPRIVATION 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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high-tech high schools 4 Tools Reshaping the Classroom Experience by Corrie Pelc
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.
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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 26 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 28 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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Miss KPK used her microloan to start a motorcycle repair shop in Sri Lanka
The next Whole Planet Foundation Gala will be held this spring (look for details soon). For more information, visit wholeplanetfoundation.org.
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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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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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Archipelago Botanicals Natural Soy CandleS in Joy of the Season and Hope of the Season $29.50 each at Bushnell Gardens Nursery 5255 Douglas Boulevard, Granite Bay. 916-791-4199, bushnellgardens.com.
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Two Door Cinema Club: Beacon $10.99 at Dimple Records 1701 Santa Clara Drive, Roseville. 916-781-2800, dimple.com.
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> Tiffany Everett Messenger Satchel, $995, and Tiffany 1837 Cuff Links, $400, at Tiffany & Co., 1151 Galleria Boulevard, Roseville. 916-872-2129, tiffany.com.
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Aveda Men Pure-formance Grooming Clay $22, and Aveda Men Pure-formance Grooming Essentials, $32.50, at Roosters Men’s Grooming Center, 781 Pleasant Grove Boulevard, Roseville. 916-7882600, roostersmgc.com.
Brooklyn Brew Shop Everyday IPA Beer Making Kit $40 at brooklynbrewshop.com.
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Bearington Baby Collection Wiggles Coat in Pink, $44.98, and Bearington Baby Collection Waggles Stacker, $23.98, at Pottery World, 4419 Granite Drive, Rocklin. 916-624-8080, potteryworld.com.
Baby Sherpa Back Pack Diaper Bag $89 at babysherpa.com.
> Stephen Joseph Alligator Lunch Box $16.99 at Learning Express Toy Store 2030 Douglas Boulevard, Roseville. 916-783-6310, roseville.learningexpresstoys.com.
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Melissa & Doug Penguin Stacker, $12.99, and ‘Over and Under the Snow’ by Kate Messner, $16.99, at Me Gusta Kids, 1198 Roseville Parkway, Roseville. 916-787-5437, megustakids.com.
‘A Christmas Carol’ by Jennifer Adams $9.99 at Barnes and Noble 1256 Galleria Boulevard, Roseville. 916-788-4320, barnesandnoble.com.
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Quicksilver Boy’s Plaid Shirt, $21.25, Roxy Girl’s T-Shirt, $11.25, and Roxy Girl’s Sweater, $32.50, at Pacific Swag, 8741 Auburn Folsom Road, Granite Bay. 916-797-1151, pacificswag.com.
NBA 2K13 (for Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3) > $59.99 at GameStop 920 Pleasant Grove Boulevard, Suite 2G, Roseville. 916-781-4929, gamestop.com.
Zumreed Volkswagen Type II Bus Stereo Speaker Radio $149.99 at Brookstone 1151 Galleria Boulevard, Suite 115, Roseville. 916-788-4310, brookstone.com.
Mirrored Dresser-Top Tray $49 at potterybarn.com.
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Muppets: The Green Album $13.99 at Target 10451 Fairway Drive, Roseville, 916-780-1020; 1925 Douglas Boulevard, Roseville, 916-786-8787, target.com. December 2012 - stylemg.com 39
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soiréehome ‘Tilt’ Chilling Spheres $37 for two at Nordstrom 1131 Galleria Boulevard, Roseville. 916-780-7300, nordstrom.com.
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Nespresso U Espresso Maker, $199, and Nespresso Aeroccino Plus, $99 (or together as one machine for $249), at nespresso.com/us/en.
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Glass Recipe Shaker, $19.95, and Cuisinart Griddler Panini and Sandwich Press, $49.95, at Sur La Table 1198 Roseville Parkway, Roseville. 916788-0603, surlatable.com.
Kitchen Aid Artisan Susan G. Komen Stand Mixer in Raspberry Ice $399.95 at Williams-Sonoma 1151 Galleria Boulevard, Suite 128, Roseville. 916-788-1240, williams-sonoma.com.
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Eppa SuperFruit Sangria $12.99 at Whole Foods Market 1001 Galleria Boulevard, Roseville. 916-781-5300, wholefoodsmarket.com.
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Petite Dot Party Garter, $14, Petite Dot Party Apron, $56, and Petite Dot Party Gloves, $22, at carolynskitchen.com.
Chocolate Mint Cupcake, $2.75, Red Velvet Pop, $3, and Pecan Pie, $3, at Icing on the Cupcake, 5065 Pacific Street, Rocklin, 916-315-9500; 6839 Lonetree Boulevard, Rocklin, 916899-6501, icingonthecupcake.com.
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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; 1070 Pleasant Grove Boulevard, Roseville, 916-789-9663, thedoggiebag.com.
Luv-A-Pet Plush Chance Dog, $5 (10 percent of proceeds go to PetSmart charities to help save homeless pets), and PetHoliday by Grreat Choice Naughty or Nice Stocking, $4.99, at PetSmart, 10363 Fairway Drive, Roseville, 916-774-8205; 318 North Sunrise Boulevard, Roseville, 916786-5512, petsmart.com.
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Orbee-Tuff Snowball $9.95 at planetdog.com.
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FURminator Deshedding Tool $59.99, and Snak Shak Natural Hideaway, $13.99, at Rocklin Family Pets & Wash, 5600 Pacific Street, Suite 140, Rocklin. 916-632-9508, rocklinpet.com.
KY Egg Babies Fish, $10.99, and BLUE Wilderness Trail Treats Natural Wild Bites Salmon Treats, $8.99, at Ben’s Bark Avenue Bistro, 701 Pleasant Grove Boulevard, Suite 120, Roseville. 916-797-3647, bensbistro.com.
Fleece Hoodie with Embroidered Snowflake $30 at Posh Puppy Boutique, 6040 Stanford Ranch Road, Suite 200, Rocklin. 916-435-3044, poshpuppyboutique.com.
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Bowers & Wilkins C5 In-Ear Headphones $179 at Paradyme Sound & Vision, 2030 Douglas Boulevard, Suite 46, Roseville. 916-780-9400, paradyme.com.
FRESH FRAGRANCE ESSENTIALS ROLLERBALL TRIO, $36, and Fresh Sugar Kisses Mini Lip Trio, $28, at Sephora 1151 Galleria Boulevard Roseville. 916-786-6333, sephora.com.
Tiffany Snowflake Ornament $175 at Tiffany and Co. 1151 Galleria Boulevard, Roseville. 916-872-2129, tiffany.com.
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Om Charms Silk Wrap Bracelet $36 at charmeddesign.com.
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ICU Eyewear Flocked Glass Readers in Maroon/Black $23.95 at icueyewear.com.
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Yummy Dessert Keychains $4.95 each at kidrobot.com.
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Wella, Redken & Sebastian Holiday Travel Packs $2.25 at Brockway Hair Design, 2351 Sunset Boulevard, Suite 140, Rocklin, 916-624-7675; 9260 Sierra College Boulevard, Suite 350, Roseville, 916-7804242; 6837 Douglas Boulevard, Granite Bay, 916791-8180, brockwayhairdesign.net.
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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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Atrium Salon Spa 6851 Douglas Blvd. | Granite Bay 916-791-8585 | www.atriumsalonspa.com The Atrium Salon Spa is Placer County’s premier salon spa. Experience, excellence, and their exclusive amenities are what makes Atrium Salon Spa stand apart from the other salons and spas. Atrium is known for superior customer service, vast menu of services, and excellence in client satisfaction. The Atrium provides clients with massage therapy, advanced skin care treatments, manicure & pedicure services, body wraps & therapies and full hair salon services. Atrium Salon Spa is celebrating 12 years of service and is excited to continue to remain strong in the salon and spa industry thanks to its dedicated team members and salon and spa managers, Lisa and Noki. Atrium remains distinguished by its amenities and menu of
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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of thyme honey atop golden and ruby red beets was a sweet and successful twist to an otherwise cliché dish, while goat cheese, arugula and almonds added necessary crunch and creaminess. I also warmed up my taste buds with a bowl of
Winter Squash Soup. For being vegan, it was surprisingly rich and complex. The entrées all sounded scrumptious, namely the Braised Berkshire Osso Bucco, but the Loch Duart Salmon was calling my name. Presented on a bed of ratatouille (butternut squash, Apple Hill apples, celery root and parsnips) with a pomegranate ginger glaze, the fish was seared and seasoned to perfection. My eyes and taste buds equally approved; looks aren’t deceiving on this dish. For the feast’s finale, I devoured Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée with Lemon Lavender Shortbread. The velvety buttercup-yellow custard and sweet, crumbly cookie was a match made in dessert heaven. Though it’s a new bistro on the block, Eight American is bound to become a neighborhood favorite in no time.
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Photos by Dante Fontana.
umber eight in Eight American Bistro’s moniker may be the lucky digit of owners N’Jina and Ian Kavookjian and signify how many years they’ve wanted to open a restaurant, but when it comes to the food, ambience and service, this eatery is undoubtedly a 10. Located off winding Auburn Folsom Road, the house-turned-restaurant is easy to miss. Unlike so many other restaurants, Eight American stands solo, away from strip mall madness. Upon entering, crisply dressed wait staff warmly welcome you into their home sweet home. Twinkling white lights tempted me to the patio on a recent winter’s eve, but I chose to cozy up inside. Minimal seating (props for the plush sofa booths) and an open kitchen add to the homey vibe. Chalkboards in lieu of traditional art, shabby chic furniture and spherical lanterns define the dining room’s décor. The straightforward, seasonal menu – best described as modern-meets-rustic – incorporates locally grown produce and most ingredients are house-made (gnocchi, sausage and even ketchup). It’s a foodie’s fantasy come true. To appease my appetite, I sampled the Marinated Beet Carpaccio. A drizzle
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restaurantguide Featuring restaurants and eateries in Granite Bay, Roseville, Rocklin and beyond. Mikuni Japanese Restaurant ** = MAGAZINE DISTRIBUTION POINT
1565 Eureka Rd. | 916-797-2112
Mikuni Kaizen Fountains Roseville | 916-780-2119
GRANTIE BAY & ROSEVILLE AMERICAN/Café/Bakery/Deli AJ’s Casual Eatery ** 9050 Fairway Dr. | 916-772-2888 Back Forty Texas BBQ 1201 Orlando Ave. | 916-721-7427 Beach Hut Deli ** 6823 Douglas Blvd. | 916-791-3130 5140 Foothills Blvd. | 916-784-1001 1490 Eureka Rd. | 916-780-3535 Bloom Coffee & Tea ** 1485 Eureka Rd. | 916-773-2332 Carole In Your Kitchen Bakery Café ** 1090 Pleasant Grove Blvd. 916-788-9670 The CheeseSteak Grille 8300 Sierra College Blvd. 916-788-2003 A Dash of Panache 217 Vernon St. | 916-788-4386 Ginger’s Restaurant ** 1410 E. Roseville Pkwy. | 916-781-0110 The Habit Burger Grill 4060 Douglas Blvd. | 916-791-6790 933 Pleasant Grove Blvd. | 916-791-5292 Hawks 5530 Douglas Blvd. | 916-791-6200 Jacks Urban Eats ** 8620 Sierra College Blvd. | 916-791-5225 1005 Galleria Blvd. La Bou ** 4110 Douglas Blvd. | 916-791-2142 1730 Santa Clara Dr. | 916-783-4387 Lollicup Coffee & Tea ** 1253 Pleasant Grove. | 916-787-5335 Pacific Street Cafe ** 301 Lincoln St. | 916-782-5673 Panera Bread 916 Pleasant Grove Blvd. | 916-771-3131 1850 Douglas Blvd. | 916-780-0505 Paul Martin’s American Bistro 1455 Eureka Rd. | 916-783-3600 Open daily for lunch and dinner Credit Cards accepted: V, M, A Paul Martin’s sources the best all-natural and organic ingredients from local farmers and purveyors promoting sustainability. Featuring award-winning cuisine, including the finest prime cuts available and over 80 California wines, Paul Martin’s offers exceptional fare sure to please. Experience true hospitality in a casual setting with thoughtful food from just $12.95. Visit www.paulmartinsamericanbistro. com. See our ads on pages 2 and 51
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Khun Suda Thai Cuisine 1825 Douglas Blvd. | 916-782-2745
Teriyaki To Go 5098 Foothills Blvd. | 916-772-2540
New Thai Kitchen 1485 Eureka Rd. | 916-781-3222 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 56
Pho Bac Hoa Viet 4120 Douglas Blvd. | 916-797-8886
Tomi 1420 E. Roseville Pkwy. | 916-781-6888
Ruen Thai 1470 Eureka Rd. | 916-774-1499
Bobo Café 1821 Douglas Blvd. | 916-784-6931
MEXICAN
Thai Basil Restaurant 1613 Douglas Blvd. | 916-782-8424
Fat’s Asia Bistro ** 1500 Eureka Rd. | 916-787-3287 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. We offer contemporary Asian cuisine in a spectacular hip environment. Visit www.lovemyfats.com. SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 51 Granite Bay Chinese Restaurant 6875 Douglas Blvd. | 916-789-9828 Mongolian Bliss 8680 Sierra College Blvd. 916-789-2547
Bernardo’s 8781 Auburn-Folsom Rd. | 916-791-2940 Cabos Restaurant ** 8570 Auburn-Folsom Rd. 916-797-1996 6504 Lonetree Blvd. | 916-784-2260 Carmelita’s 204 Riverside Ave. | 916-783-0411 Costa Vida 1475 Eureka Rd. | 916-773-9283 Dos Coyotes Border Café ** 2030 Douglas Blvd. | 916-772-0775 El Pollo de Oro 8657 Auburn-Folsom Rd. | 916-791-5858 El Sombrero Taqueria 4060 Douglas Blvd. | 916-772-7770 Eva’s Mexican Restaurant 242 Vernon St. | 916-783-9992
RESTAURANTS AND EATERIES IN ROCKLIN AMERICAN/cafe/bakery/deli Beach Hut Deli 6848 Five Star Blvd. | 916-781-7873 Granite Rock Grill ** 5140 Pacific St. | 916- 625-9252 Kona Coffee ** 6843 Lonetree Blvd. | 916-773-9800 La Bou 6801 Five Star Blvd. | 916-315-0351 Venita Rhea’s 4415 Granite Dr. | 916- 624-2697
CHINESE / ASIAN / VIETNAMESE Chang Bros Chinese Restaurant 6160 Stanford Ranch Rd. 916-771-9838
Jimboy’s Tacos 1000 Sunrise Ave. | 916-788-0222 1821 Douglas Blvd. | 916-783-3907 Hours: Daily: 6 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sat-Sun: 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Credit Cards Accepted: V, M Our E. Bidwell location invokes the magic and mystery of the Ancient Mayan People with the great tasting food of Jimboy’s. Our slow cooked served fast Mexican style cuisine success comes from Jim’s (Jimboy’s) strict attention to; “only the highest of quality in all of our ingredients”. Early Each Morning our Kitchens are fired up and begin cooking real food, beans, rice, fresh (never frozen) meats, and sauces Jimboy’s style. With a family style atmosphere this Jimboy’s is a great destination for your next dining experience. Enjoy the 5 HD screens with our newest addition of great Beers, and Limearitas. We look forward to seeing you soon! See ad on page 57
Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant 4800 Granite Dr. | 916-632-9542
Bombay Bistro 1813 Douglas Blvd. | 916-772-5551
Los Cabos Grill ** 7451 Foothills Blvd. | 916-784-3505
Cabos 6504 Lonetree Blvd. | 916-784-2260
Mehfil Indian Restaurant 1605 Douglas Blvd. | 916-791-1199
Mas Mexican Restaurant 1563 Eureka Rd. | 916-773-3778
Tandoori Night 1420 East Roseville Pkwy 916-780-8200
Roseville Tortilla Factory ** 313 Riverside Ave. | 916-783-3311
ITALIAN
Chicago Fire Pizza 500 N. Sunrise Ave. | 916-771-2020
Rose Garden Chinese Restaurant 1079 Sunrise Ave. | 916-781-3823 Roseville Gourmet 107A S. Harding Blvd. | 916-784-8008 Tsing Tao Chinese Restaurant 8675 Auburn-Folsom Rd. 916-791-7990 Wonderful III Too 5015 Foothills Blvd. | 916-783-2288 Wong’s Garden Chinese Cuisine 201F Harding Blvd. | 916-782-0644
FRENCH
La Provence Restaurant & Terrace 110 Diamond Creek Pl. | 916-789-2002
GREEK
Daphne’s Greek Café 8680 Sierra College Blvd. | 916-783-3565 10357 Fairway Dr. | 916-772-3997
INDIAN
A Slice of Goodness 924A Douglas Blvd. | 916-781-3727
Vernon Street Grill 211 Vernon St. | 916-789-0145
THAI
Asian Seafood Buffet 9050 Fairway Dr. | 916-784-7628
Dominick’s Italian Market, Deli & Restaurant ** 8621 Auburn-Folsom Rd. 916-786-3355
Source 5540 Douglas Blvd. | 916-772-3900
Claim Jumpers 250 Harding Blvd. | 916-788-1705
Sky Sushi 7456 Foothills Blvd. | 916-786-8228
Perfect Blend Cafe ** 9260 Sierra College Blvd. | 916-789-7900
Susie’s Country Oaks Café 500 Cirby Way | 916-786-0274 8595 Auburn Folsom Rd. | 916-797-0314
STEAKHOUSES
Asian Blossom Chinese & Vietnamese 1220 Roseville Pkwy. | 916-787-1223
Buca di Beppo 1212 Galleria Boulevard | 916-771-9463
Squeeze Inn ** 106 N Sunrise Ave.| 916-783-2874
McCormick & Schmick’s 1194 Roseville Pkwy. | 916-960-4875
Pasta Village ** 1450 Lead Hill Blvd | 916-772-7778
JAPANESE
Akebono 8685 Auburn-Folsom Rd. | 916-791-2722 Blue Nami Sushi 1465 Eureka Rd. | 916-787-1177
PIZZA
Cool River Pizza ** 1805 Cirby Way | 916-786-9000 John’s Incredible Pizza 384 N. Sunrise Blvd. | 916-772-1111
JJ Mongolian BBQ 6661 Stanford Ranch Rd. 916-632-8828
ITALIAN
Rubino’s ** 5015 Pacific St. | 916-624-3401
JAPANESE
Ichiban Sushi 4817 Granite Dr. | 916-630-0889 Izumi Japanese Restaurant 6840 Five Star Blvd. | 916-630-1638 Kokyo Teppan Yaka & Sushi Bar 6040 Stanford Ranch Rd. 916-787-9893 Tokyo Dori Sushi & Grill 5050 Rocklin Rd. | 916-624-2841
MEXICAN
Cha Cha’s Cocina Mexicana 6130 Stanford Ranch Rd. 916-782-8787 Don Panchos 4563 Pacific St. | 916- 632-0709 Rudy’s Gourmet Mexican Cuisine ** 6011 Stanford Ranch Rd. 916-435-4050 Sabores Mexican Cuisine 10341 Fairway Dr. | 916-786-2262
PIZZA
Rosati’s Pizza 5140 Foothills Blvd. | 916-797-7492
Cool River Pizza 6200 Stanford Ranch Rd. 916-772-6973
Z Pizza ** 3984 Douglas Blvd. | 916-786-9797
Gaetano’s Pizzeria 4800 Granite Dr. | 916-624-5805
SEAFOOD
THAI
Fins Market & Grill 8680 Sierra College Blvd. 916-783-5200
Bangkok City Thai Cuisine 5050 Rocklin Rd. | 916-632-9282 Thai Chili 2164 Sunset Blvd. | 916-780-6555
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taste JERUSALEM ARTICHOKE AND ARTICHOKE HEART LINGUINE Roots: The Definitive Compendium with More than 225 recipes by Diane Morgan (Chronicle Books, 2012, $40) • 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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dinner date Food and Wine for the Season 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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Fill a large pot two-thirds full of water, add 1 tbsp. of salt, and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and stir. Cook until al dente, 7 to 8 minutes. While the water is heating and the pasta is cooking, in a large sauté pan, heat the oil over medium-heat and swirl to coat the pan bottom. Add the Jerusalem artichokes, the remaining 1 tsp. of salt, the pepper, and red pepper flakes and sauté until Jerusalem artichokes begin to brown on the edges, about 5 minutes. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes more. Add the artichoke hearts and garlic and continue sautéing until the artichoke hearts are heated through and the garlic is soft but not brown, about 3 minutes. Add the lemon juice and toss to coat. When the pasta is ready, drain it in a colander, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water. Add the pasta and the mint to the sauté pan and toss to combine with the Jerusalem artichoke mixture. Add the reserved pasta water, a little at a time to moisten. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Divide the pasta among individual bowls and shower with cheese. Serves 4 to 6.
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Across 1. Particular ride 4. Evergreen door decoration 7. Ribbon partner 10. Pumpkin or apple 11. ____ - sweet chocolate 12. Non-profit dot 14. It’s like a fingerprint – no two alike 15. Ready the fruit for the root cellar 16. Iridium symbol 17. Tree decorations 20. End for some words 21. Naughty alternative 22. Any one of the 9 down 23. Gift tag word 25. Symbol for nickel 26. Alright 27. Northern Territory, shortened 29. Certain holiday songs 31. Santa has eight 33. Already there 34. Belonging to me 35. Leave 36. Direction 37. Not foes 40. Green emotion 42. What soothe and booking have in common
43. Bromine symbol 44. Gift 46. ____ upon a time... 48. Half a laugh 49. Garland cousin 50. Enclose in decorative paper 52. Now I ___ me down... 53. Paid notice 55. Experience with the eyes 56. Something to kiss under 60. (with 43 down) Popular holiday song 61. Christmas time
Down 1. Christmas sock 2. Thick holiday beverage 3. A Christmas color 4. Certain season 5. ___ Speedwagon 6. Yarn; story 7. Keg contents 8. Meditation word 9. They were guided by a star (2 wds) 10. Letter afterthought (abbr) 11. Hitting the slopes 13. Regular Army, for short 18. Tree topper, perhaps
19. Popular main course 22. Title of respect 23. Preceding in time 24. Away in a ______ 25. Certain scene 27. ___ ____ Eve 28. Comes before la la 29. Vehicle 30. Female rel. 32. Finished 37. Connected through blood or marriage 38. High time 39 Puts on 41. Short for Veterinary Surgeon 43. (see 60 across) 44. Public address, shortened 45. Invisible, preferably 47. Cerium symbol 48. Prickly leaves and red berries 51. Precedes IOU 53. E. coast ocean 54. Dough homonym 56. Unit of meas. 57. That is (abbr) 58. Symbol for europium 59. “Phone home” alien
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Describe your business. I have been an esthetician for more than six years. In the last year I was introduced to eyelash extension and have noticed a huge demand for them. I’ve discovered I love doing them and they’ve become a huge passion of mine! Eyelash extensions are perfect for everyday wear or special occasions, such as weddings, proms, holidays, reunions, etc. The lashes are applied individually and directly to one natural lash at a time. They’re a great way to enhance one’s beauty and bring youthfulness to the eyes. What life accomplishments are you most proud of? Working hard to get to where I am now and raising my son to be the best person he can be. What’s your biggest job perk? Getting to know and build relationships with so many new people on a daily basis; in addition, the freedom of my job allows me to be more involved in my son’s school and have more time for my family. What’s your favorite place to eat out locally? I’m a beginner when it comes to eating sushi, but it has become one of my new favorites. I love Mikuni! Where do you and your family go locally to have fun? We love to go to San Francisco to see the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island, but for more local fun we like to play laser tag, go bowling and to the movies. What’s your favorite childhood memory? When my siblings and I would go and stay with my grandparents. We always had so much fun making up games and playing dress up. And finally, customer service is…? Great customer service is the number one key to starting, keeping and growing any business, no matter what industry you’re in. I work one on one with all my clients and love getting the opportunity to develop a relationship and build on it every time I see them!
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Describe your business. Did you find it, or did it find you? Skin Whisper by Emme Diane is a boutique skin care spa where your skin is transformed by state-of-the-art esthetic procedures and advanced skin care in a beautiful sanctuary of tranquility. With more than 12 years of professional experience in day spas and medical spas, my clients affectionately refer to me as “the skin whisperer,” as I specialize in customized, results-driven facials to address your individual skin concerns. Having personally experienced the frustration of problematic skin from a very young age, I always knew skin care/esthetics was my calling in life, so I began my career immediately after graduating high school. I’ve trained and worked with some of the best in the industry, and am so grateful for all the opportunities that have honed my skills, which ultimately made my dream of Skin Whisper come to fruition! What life accomplishments are you most proud of? Emme Diane Burg I have a passion for health and fitness, and became a professional athlete with the World Bodybuilding & Fitness Federation (WBFF) in 2012. Skin Whisper Where do you go when the going gets tough? by Emme Diane One of my favorite quotes is: “When the going gets tough, the tough loofah, moisturize 354 North Sunrise Boulevard and get a facial!” Aside from practicing the art of self-care in my own life, I definitely call Suite 190, Roseville my friends and family when facing a challenge; a quick chat usually grounds and centers (inside Strong Fitness Family) me, allowing me to bravely walk through any obstacle or fear. 916-380-8869 If you could be any other profession what would it be and why? skinwhisper.com A ballerina or singer; since childhood, I’ve had an undying passion for performing. And finally, customer service is…? Exceeding my clients’ expectations by anticipating their needs, following up to ensure we achieved the desired result, and creating a memorable and meaningful experience to enhance the lives of all who come to Skin Whisper.
Describe your business. Did you find it, or did it find you? I found Maid Happy, a home cleaning business, for sale online. I’ve expanded it to include both residential and commercial cleaning services. How are you involved with both the community and your customer? I’m currently exploring various community-based project options. Most recently, I donated to my daughters’ public school and helped pay for five students to attend a class field trip. I also donated to Natomas Harvest the Arts this past October. What’s your hidden talent? I’m a pretty good poker player. What’s your biggest job perk? Having a home office is nice. It allows me to work in peace, not be under the scrutiny of a manager, and have a flexible schedule (not only for family activities but also to address customer needs instantly). Where do you and your family go locally to have fun? With four little ones living in the house, we mainly choose parks, rivers and places to walk or ride bikes; on occasion, we like to peruse the mall, window shop and have a bite to eat. If you could meet someone living or dead, who would it be and why? Being a history major, I always wanted to meet Teddy Roosevelt. He had such a commanding presence and a can-do attitude that I admire so much in people. And finally, customer service is…? The lifeblood of a business, especially in the service industry. In our free market system the consumer has so many choices, so it’s imperative your customer service separates you from the competition. I’ve already had customers switch from their old service to mine, not because the quality of work was poor but because they didn’t feel the level of customer service was up to their standards.
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Planting with Purpose Workshop Bushnell Gardens Nursery, Granite Bay, October 13 • Photos by Michele Parry.
Westfield Galleria at Roseville, October 20 Photos courtesy of Image Outfitters Photography.
Julie Reyes, Laura Bickford and Sofia Gutierrez
Dave Bushnell, owner of Bushnell Gardens Nursery and Ahmed Hassen, celebrity landscaper
Ahmed Hassen teaches attendees how to develop a plan before planting
Dave Bushnell talks about what plants are best for seasonal enjoyment
Roseville Library Centennial Celebration Downtown Library, Roseville, October 20 Photos courtesy of the City of Roseville and Monica Elston. Allan Douglass, Kevin Roberts, Lance McKinley, Mike Strock and Chris Walker
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Alberta and Carmen Heredia Park Dedication 2201 Spring Grove Drive, Roseville, October 23 Photos courtesy of the City of Roseville. The Rocklin Chamber team: Matthew Eschrich, Julie Reyes, Lilie Apostolos, Brittney Holland and Robin Trimble
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Alberto and Carmen Heredia’s children (L to R): Alberto Heredia, Jr., Clemente Heredia, Paul Gonzalez, Gloria Montoya and Carmen Gutierrez
The Heredia family Tammy Cooper, Rular Sger, Kimberly Miller and Zach Mongston
Fourth Annual Lottery for the Arts Fundraiser Blue Line Gallery, Roseville, October 12 • Photos by Lang Lew.
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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
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