Best Of Nevada County

2010

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THANK YOU for voting Byers’ LeafGuard Best Gutter Company 12 years in a row!

Thanks to your trust and support, Byers’ LeafGuard continues to grow and thrive. We work all over Northern California, but we especially love working right here in Nevada County with you, our friends and neighbors.

We are honored to be part of this wonderful community. Thank you!

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When you want the very best Dear Nevada County: I am so grateful to be your choice for the Union’s Best Realtor for 2010! Your belief and confidence in my ability is a constant motivation to continue to serve Nevada County in the highest professional manner!

I sincerely thank all my friends and clients for your faith in me and your love for our community!

Sincerely,

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From left to right: Tammy Andreozzi, Mimi Simmons, Jodanna Bishop, Holli Navo

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elcome to the 2010 Best of Nevada County publication.

The Union is honored to present this unique opportunity to recognize the people, businesses and places in our community that make it a wonderful place to live, work and play!

Our Best of Nevada County 2010 ballot was included several editions asking you ­— our loyal readers — to vote for your favorites. To ensure the integrity of the voting process, ballots were sealed, sent to a contracted company and tabulated offsite. Duplicates, reproductions and other ballots not meeting the strict published criteria were excluded.

This year, as in the past, the response from the community was outstanding; demonstrating how important each of these businesses that are honored throughout the publication are to Nevada County. As our county has flourished, so has community interest and the title of “The Best” has become increasingly competitive. Although we do have some repeat winners, we would like to welcome those who have risen to the top for the first time! Each recipient contributes to the charm of our community.

We would like to thank our readers and advertisers for making this edition possible and for being paramount to its success.

And the winners are ...

2010 Best of Nevada County

Table of

Contents

9 Citizen of the year nominees:

10 Food & Beverage

9 Homer Nottingham

10 Dr. Frank Lang

12 Leo Granucci

14 George Harper

17 Fun & Games

16 Halli Ellis

20 Goods & Services

18 Tom Cunningham

20 Joseph Salas

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PROFILE: Citizens Bank

22 Delbert and Marion Mack

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PROFILE: South Yuba Club

24 R.C. (Richard) Holub

42 People

26 Sandy Schmidt

47

PROFILE: Mimi Simmons

28 Sandy Blake

30 Gayle Lossman

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PROFILE: Hills Flat

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PROFILE: Liberty Motors

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PROFILE: DJ Bobby “G”

Publisher Jeff Ackerman Advertising Director Julia Stidham Special Sections Manager TARA WALTERS Cover and Publication Design JULIE MILLER Advertising Sales Representatives Jodi Jannings Barbara WIbberley Emelia Marini Shawn Ryley Jacki Webber Damian Reyna The Union 464 Sutton Way, Grass Valley CA 95945 (530) 477-4241 www.theunion.com Printed with pride by The Union press crew.

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Loyal to you for

over 51 years

All of us at SPD Markets, would like to thank all our customers for once again voting us Best Supermarket.

It has always been our aim to give the best service possible and is a goal we will never stop working toward. We also know that customer service is not enough during these challenging times when many of us are faced with tightened budgets. Competitive pricing along with product selection are critical in meeting our customers needs. These are goals that we continue to work on day in and day out.

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SPD – Your local, family owned Supermarkets, servicing you and our community since 1959.

129 McKnight Way • Grass Valley • 272-9344 735 Zion Street • Nevada City • 265-4596 2010 Best of Nevada County

Nevada City

Citizen of the

Citizen of the

Year nominees

We are proud to introduce a new addition to our Best of Nevada County publication this year, honoring nominees for Citizen of The Year. These great people really are the foundation of our great community. They are part of the fabric that has created the quality of life most of us appreciate about Nevada County. They are the quiet volunteers, or heads of non-profit organizations that provide us with the social and emotional needs many of our friends and neighbors require.

And the nominees are …

Year nominee

Homer Nottingham

I recommend Homer Nottingham, my father, for Citizen of the Year, for his lifetime contributions to his community here and everywhere he has lived.

Having been a Little League Coach, member of Lion’s Club, Rotary Club, Toastmasters, and now Gold Country Kiwanis, he has spent many years bettering his community.

Through Kiwanis he has volunteered time at Treat Street, chili cookoffs, child safety fairs, downtown Halloween candy and book fairs, and Beach Party Auction. Kiwanis projects help buy back-to-school supplies and clothes for disadvantaged kids in the community, help Boy Scouts, and fund other children’s needs in our community.

Along with his wife Jan, he helped bring the Kiwanis Doll Auction of dolls created by local artists and celebrities, such as Sheryl Crow.

Homer led the Kiwanis spin-a-thon last month where local doctors and community members showed up to So.Yuba Club to raise funds for Kiwanis Family House in Sacramento, where families of ill children can stay close to their child at no charge.

My Dad and Jan helped purchase instruments through The Center for the Arts to start a youth band, “The 13.”

At age 73, a Spin and Qi Gong Instructor for Monster Gym, he loves listening to his students, inviting all to World Peace Day and potlucks in his garden.

I’m sure people will agree.

— Submitted by Jan Nottingham

2428 Nevada City Hwy Grass Valley, CA 95945

(530) 478-8383 www.deltahl.com

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Delta Home Loans creates peace of mind.

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2010 Best of Nevada County

Food & Beverage BEST Bakery

BEST Breakfast

Flour Garden Bakery

South Pine Café

WINNER

999 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-2043 www.flourgarden.com

WINNER

100 S. Pine St, Nevada City (530) 265-0260 www.southpinecafe.com

South Pine Café

Runner-Up Summer Thyme’s Bakery & Deli 421 Colfax Ave, Grass Valley (530) 273-2904 www.summerthymes.com

102 N. Richardson St, Grass Valley (530) 274-0261

Summer Thyme’s Bakery & DeliBooktown Books 134 South Auburn St, Grass Valley (530) 273-YUMM

Runner-Up Paulette’s Country Kitchen 875 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-4008

BEST Bar

BEST Buffet

McGee’s Annex

Lin Q Buffet

WINNER

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315 Broad St, Nevada City (530) 265-3205

682 Freeman Lane # C, Grass Valley (530)272-8888

Runner-Up Friar Tuck’s Restaurant & Bar 111 N. Pine Street Nevada City, (530) 265-9093 www.friartucks.com

10 2010 Best of Nevada County

Runner-Up Royal Dragon Restaurant 101 W Mcknight Way, Ste A, Grass Valley (530) 272-2868

Citizen of the

Year nominee

Dr. Frank Lang

I nominate Dr. Frank Lang for Citizen of the Year. He is a most remarkable, understated, and giving man. Over the past 6 years, he has served the homeless of Nevada County at Hospitality House by providing medical exams and care on Mondays, AFTER his full day as the head of Miners Clinic. He used to call himself, Doc-in-a-box, but now he has a team of medical professionals, including Chris Newsom, and several physician’s assistants and nurses, who also help out.

He has personally saved many lives at Hospitality House because of his service and his expert diagnostic skills. Dr. Lang is very low keyed and humble, so I think people often miss his tremendous contribution to this community.

— Submitted by Mary O’Brien

BEST Burgers & Fries WINNER

Big A Rootbeer Drive-In 810 E. Main St, Grass Valley (530)273-3243 Runner-Up Northridge Restaurant 21525 Higgins Road, Auburn (530) 268-1073 www.northridgerestaurant.com

Northridge Restaurant 17464 Penn Valley Dr, Penn Valley (530) 432-0700 Northridge Restaurant 773 Nevada St, Nevada City (530) 478-0470

Liberty Motors Profile: Car Dealer

Liberty Motors

600 Freeman Lane Grass Valley (530)477-5454 www.libertymotorsgv.com Since evaluating and restructuring our business plan in 2008, we have completely changed the way we serve our valued sales and service clients.

We left it up to you, and sought out your comments and suggestions regarding what you wanted as a buyer and a service customer ... And it worked.

The new Liberty Motors is thriving with a “CUSTOMER FIRST” attitude, and our new service manager’s philosophy is focused on customer satisfaction.

You told us what you wanted – and you got it. No hassle car buying at low, prices. Non-commissioned sales people in a pressure free environment, and quality vehicles in all price ranges that have been thoroughly inspected by our certified mechanics.

Of course we still take trade-ins, paid for or not and offer numerous financing options to fit your needs. Everything is handled in a relaxed, friendly environment.

You may be buying a used vehicle, but we don’t forget that it is new to you and should be an enjoyable experience.

Our customers and their comments will soon be on our website LibertyMotorsGV.com and Facebook. Currently, you can

see all of our ads in The Union and some examples of what are customers are saying: “Very pleased with everything.”

“Easiest time we have ever had buying a car.”

“Great service, very friendly.”

“Best Price.”

“Liberty is a great dealership. Very friendly, helpful people.”

“I would recommend Liberty Motors to anyone.”

Liberty has been doing business in Nevada County for 21 years and operates as the only full service dealership in Grass Valley. They offer used car and truck sales, warranties, service, maintenance, and auto detailing not only to Nevada County residents, but also to the entire West Coast. “We have customers from Washington, Oregon and beyond,” says Gary Alcombrack, owner of Liberty Motors. People are talking and they are sending others our way. We appreciate that and will continue with what we’re doing.”

Liberty Motors is staffed with longtime local residents with many years of experience and here to help you with your car buying experience. Why go down the hill when more than 50 percent of our customers come up the hill? “Liberty is here for the long haul,” says Gary. “We want every person to leave here knowing they got the best car and the best price, from the Best sales person from the best dealership.”

Thank you for your continued support.

— By Gary Alcombrack, Liberty Motors owner

SERVICING CHRYSLER, GM, FORD & IMPORT MODELS

477-5454 (800) 576-5454 (530)

600 FREEMAN LANE GRASS VALLEY WWW.LIBERTYMOTORSGV.COM

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IN NEVADA COUNTY SALES • SERVICE MAINTENANCE WARRANTY WORK THANK YOU NEVADA COUNTY

FOR VOTING US #1

WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT

SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR 21 YEARS

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Citizen of the

Year nominee

Leo Granucci

Leo Granucci of Nevada City exemplifies community service. He has served on numerous nonprofit boards: The Friendship Club, Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, Hospice of the Foothills and the Center for the Arts in Grass Valley. He is a loyal and true ambassador of all the groups he is involved with.

A cancer survivor, Leo was one of three local honorary spokespeople for Amgen’s nonprofit Breakaway from Cancer initiative, which raises awareness of resources available to cancer patients and their families. He got to shoot the gun starting the Tour of California.

I have known Leo, and his wife Gayle, for a number of years. We served together on The Friendship Club board, where we worked closely together on a strategic plan. Leo always has an eye to the future and how to make it better.

Something I find exceptional about Leo is how he does so many wonderful things to benefit the entire community, but is low key and humble about it. He was quoted in The Union’s coverage of the Amgen Tour, “I was granted the vision to see each today as a precious gift to be used wisely and richly.” He does. And our community is better for it.

— Submitted by Susie Baro

BEST Catering

Caroline’s Coffee Roasters

Christopher’s Catering Co.

1110 East Main S, Grass Valley (530) 273-1916

WINNER

206 West Main St, Grass Valley (530)272-8919 Runner-Up Jim E’s Catering & Event Co. 141 E Main St, Grass Valley (530) 273-3600

BEST Chinese Food

Runner-Up Starbucks 716 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley (530) 274-1595 www.starbucks.com Starbucks 867 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-2249

WINNER

Asian Garden Restaurant 2074 Nevada City Highway, Grass Valley (530)273-0666 asiangardengrassvalley.com Runner-Up Fred’s Szechuan Chinese Restaurant 224 Broad St, Nevada City (530) 478-9072

BEST Coffee Shop WINNER

Caroline’s Coffee Roasters

128 S Auburn St, Grass Valley (530) 273-6424 www.carolinescoffee.com

BEST Deli WINNER

SPD

735 Zion St, Nevada City (530) 265-4596 www.spdmarket.com

SPD 129 W. McKnight Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-5000 Runner-Up Beach Hut Deli 104 Union St, Nevada City (530) 470-0887 www.beachhutdeli.com

Thank you Nevada County David Scinto, CPA Voted Best Accountant

We offer you a staff of financial professionals with a mix of abilities and experience. From estate planning to audits, tax preparation, book-keeping to CFO services.

Visit us on our website www.sgcpa.biz or call us 530-273-3200.

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Profile: Best Wedding DJ

Bobby “G”

(530) 615-1225 office (530) 615-1226 cell

Most importantly I’d like to thank Nevada County community for voting me 2010 Best of Nevada County.

I’ve been DJing and emceeing now for over 24 years and it’s because of you it just keeps getting better.

Being chosen “Best of” for the last four consecutive years truly means I’m reaching my goals … and that is to please you. As most of you know I’ve been working for Safeway for 14 years and Express Mart for 21 years.

This has entrusted me the privilege to be deeply involved in

the community. Because of this I know many of you and your families very well. I’ve watched some of you grow and now raise children of your own. This lends me the ability to, in my unique fashion, read you the audience … I listen to your requests and desires … I make it all about you.

This is how I’m sure I’ve been voted “Best of.” Again, thank you for this privilege. I value what this community has given me … Faith, Hope and Love… I give this back to you.

Faith this community will always stand strong as a community. Hope we will together always be prosperous. And love … the greatest of these is love. I give my love back in my music. Music allows me to have a stronger communal bond.

There’s prosperity in the benefits we’ve put together as a community. Without your love I wouldn’t be Bobby “G”. I am very grateful to you, Nevada County! “What you think about and thank about is what you bring about.”

I continue to think of opportunities to benefit you the community. I continue to thank my family, friends and Nevada County.

We together will bring abundance. Again, thank you Nevada County for your generous support.

— By Bobby “G”

THANK YOU

TO ALL OUR CUSTOMERS FOR VOTING US

BEST AUTO DETAILER

3 YEARS IN A ROW!

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530-477-1455 950 Idaho Maryland Rd., Grass Valley Auto • Marine • RV Motorcycle • Aviation 2010 Best of Nevada County 13

Citizen of the

Year nominee

George Harper

George Harper was born in Nevada City.

He has been a Big Brother, and chaired “Bowl for Kids’ Sake.”

He served as Master of Nevada Lodge #13 Masonic Lodge and has served on its board and has been maintenance director for many years.

He has been an Ambassador for the Ben Ali Shrine in Sacramento and has recommended many children for the Shrine Hospital. He has served as Worthy Patron three times for Nevada City’s Order of the Eastern Star in Nevada City.

He volunteers at the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce Monday mornings. He has chaired Nevada City’s 4th of July event since 1998 and Constitution Day Parade since 1999. He has volunteered over 5,000 hours for the Grass Valley Blood Source, and has donated over 90 gallons of blood.

He has been recognized with the following awards: · 1991 Nevada City’s “Elza Kilroy” · 1992 “Col. Bill Lambert” · 1995 Daughters of the American Revolution · 1996 Sons of the American Revolution · 1996 carried the Olympic Torch in Marysville. · 2001 Grass Valley-Gold Country Lions · 2003 Rotary · 2004 Blood Source Hall of Fame

Since 1994 George has been Santa at Cornish Christmas, Victorian Christmas, the Railroad Museum, the GV Police Department at Kmart, and many others.

—Submitted anonymously

BEST Fast Food

Runner-Up Natural Valley Health Foods 562 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-6562

WINNER

Taco Bell

109 Olympia Park Road, Grass Valley (530) 477-8163 www.tacobell.com

BEST Italian WINNER

Cirino’s Italian Restaurant

Runner-Up Jimboy’s Tacos 1937 Nevada City Hwy, Grass Valley (530) 477-9490 www.jimboys.com

309 Broad St, Nevada City (530) 265-2246 Runner-Up Villa Venezia Ristorante Italiano 124 Bank St, Grass Valley (530) 273-3555 www.villavenezia.info

BEST Fine Dining WINNER

Kane’s Fine Foods

120 E Main St, Grass Valley (530) 273-8111 www.kanesrestaurant.net

BEST Lunch

Runner-Up New Moon Café 203 York St, Nevada City (530) 265-6399 www.thenewmooncafe.com

WINNER

Kane’s Fine Foods

BEST Health Food WINNER

Briar Patch Co-op Community Market 290 Sierra College Dr, Grass Valley (530) 272-5333 www.briarpatch.coop

120 E Main St, Grass Valley (530) 273-8111 www.kanesrestaurant.net Runner-Up Tofanelli’s Gold Country Bistro 302 West Main St, Grass Valley (530) 272-1468 www.tofanellis.com

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BEST Organic Eatery WINNER

Briar Patch Co-op Community Market 290 Sierra College Dr, Grass Valley (530) 272-5333 www.briarpatch.coop Runner-Up California Organics 135 Argall Way, Nevada City (530) 265-9392 www.californiaorganics.org

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Kane’s Fine Foods

Frank’s Pizza 122 E. Main St, Grass Valley (530) 273-4622 www.frankspizzanow.com

WINNER

120 E Main St, Grass Valley (530) 273-8111 www.kanesrestaurant.net Runner-Up New Moon Café 203 York St, Nevada City (530) 265-6399 www.thenewmooncafe.com

BEST Pasties WINNER

Marshall’s Pasties

203 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 272-2844 Runner-Up Cousin Jack’s Pasties 100 South Auburn St, Grass Valley (530) 272-9230

BEST Patio Dining WINNER

Tofanelli’s Gold Country Bistro

302 West Main St, Grass Valley (530) 272-1468 www.tofanellis.com Runner-Up Kane’s Fine Foods 120 East Main St, Grass Valley (530) 273-8111 www.kanesrestaurant.net

Runner-Up Northridge Restaurant 21525 Higgins Road, Auburn (530) 268-1073 www.northridgerestaurant.com Northridge Restaurant 17464 Penn Valley Dr, Penn Valley (530) 432-0700

Runner-Up Sushi Q 238 Commercial St, Nevada City (530) 265-5757

BEST Seafood

BEST Thai

WINNER

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Cirino’s Italian Restaurant

Sopa Thai Cuisine

312-316 Commercial St, Nevada City (530) 470-0101 www.sopathai.net

309 Broad St. Nevada City (530) 265-2246

Runner-Up New Moon Café 203 York St, Nevada City (530) 265-6399 www.thenewmooncafe.com

YEAR OF THE RABBIT

Runner-Up Taste of Thai 204 West Main St, Grass Valley (530) 274-2968

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Runner-Up Amigos & Co. 101 Broad St, Nevada City (530) 265-6446

BEST Steaks

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226 E. Main St, Grass Valley (530) 274-2040 www.mariasgrassvalley.com

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2074 NEVADA CITY HWY. • GRASS VALLEY, CA 95945 • 530-273-0666 2010 Best of Nevada County 15

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Two years in a row! Wow!!

Again, many thanks need to go out.

GOD

Always first, Almighty , Who made the fruits, the vegetables, and the trees. All come from His loving hands. The produce stand wouldn’t be what it is without the wonderful support of Brad & Judy Johnson who let me farm with them - a big THANK YOU to you two. Harold & your family, THANK YOU for the fantastic Noble Fir trees. They are the best. Last but very important, those who shopped at Farmer Bob’s produce stand and Christmas tree lot and voted them the BEST OF NEVADA COUNTY. I hope to continue providing the quality you want.

Citizen of the

Year nominee

Halli Ellis

Whether it’s picking up trash she sees on the ground, recycling cans and bottles she finds, inspiring youth to make healthy choices, organizing a soccer game for peace, lending a hand to a friend in need, or leading a bunch of hippie dancers in the park; each day Halli Ellis makes this world, this county, a more beautiful place.

It would be nearly impossible for me to explain all that Halli has done for Nevada County in her 22 years on this earth, let alone in this past year.

Halli is well-known and respected throughout the community. She is known and loved for her free spirit and her ability to see the beauty in everything around her. Halli has given the youth of Nevada County a choice, a chance, a voice, and a future. As site supervisor at the Lyman Gilmore After School Program, Halli provides a safe place for students where they are able to just be themselves. At the After School Program, Halli allows the students to plan events, express ideas, create change, and have fun, all while learning necessary life skills as well as ways to live a healthy lifestyle physically and emotionally. When Halli gets an idea, she makes that idea into a reality.

When she wants change, she’ll make it happen. Every little task that Halli commits to, she commits fully. Never have I seen someone put so much time, passion, energy, love, and hard work into everything that they do.

Halli is a huge part of the county organization known as NEO. The success of this organization has a lot to do with Halli’s participation amongst the group. Halli has encouraged sustainability, diversity, equality, and peace in our county. She has been an inspiration to the youth of the community.

Halli has a voice; a unique voice, a voice that needs to be heard, a voice that has been heard, a voice that is well-respected. Not only does she stand up for what she believes in, but she supports others in their attempt to do so as well. Halli is more than just a citizen of this county, she is a daughter, a sister, a friend, a role model, a leader. Halli continues to make an impact on our county every day, and she will continue for years and years to come. I can’t even begin to explain how proud I am of her and how lucky I feel to call her my sister. No one is more deserving of the title of “citizen of the year” than Halli Ellis. Thank you for your time. And I challenge you to go to TheUnion.com and type in her name and see for yourself. Or attend any local event and I’m sure you’ll see her there with her crazy curly hair and her lively personality.

— Submitted by Ariel Ellis

346 SUTTON WAY

OPEN JUNE-DEC 559-2246

Best

Christmas Tree Lot &Produce Stand.

Thank You Nevada County for voting us the BEST 5 years in a row!

526 Sutton Way, GV 272-7256 (In the Ben Franklin Grocery Outlet Shopping Center)

Acrylic | Fiber Glass | Gel | Air Brush | “Pink & White” Glitter Nails | Manicure | Spa Pedicure | Waxing Services 16 2010 Best of Nevada County

BEST Value Meal

Fun & Games

WINNER

Northridge Restaurant

21525 Higgins Road, Auburn (530) 268-1073 northridgerestaurant.com

BEST Band

Northridge Restaurant

Soule

17464 Penn Valley Dr, Penn Valley (530) 432-0700

Northridge Restaurant 773 Nevada St, Nevada City (530) 478-0470

Runner-Up Lumberjacks 2075 Nevada City Hwy, Grass Valley (530) 477-8900

BEST Winery WINNER

Nevada City Winery

321 Spring St, Nevada City (530) 265-9463 www.ncwinery.com Runner-Up Smith Vineyard 142 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 273-7032 www.smithvineyard.com

WINNER

Runner-Up Nevada Union Marching Band 11761 Ridge Rd, Grass Valley (530) 273-4431

Runner-Up Rollins Lake 21597 You Bet Rd, Grass Valley (530) 477-9413 www.penresort.com

Runner-Up Nevada County Fairgrounds 11228 McCourtney Rd, Grass Valley (530) 273-6217 www.nevadacountyfair.com

BEST Charitable Event

BEST Day Trip

WINNER

BEST Boating Location WINNER

Scotts Flat Lake

23333 Scotts Flat Rd, Nevada City (530) 265-5302 www.scottsflatlake.net Runner-Up Rollins Lake 21597 You Bet Rd, Grass Valley (530) 477-9413 www.penresort.com

BEST Camping WINNER

Scotts Flat Lake

23333 Scotts Flat Rd, Nevada City (530) 265-5302 www.scottsflatlake.net

Thank you, Nevada County, for voting us “Best Locksmith.”

Reed’s Locksmithing is the oldest locksmithing and safe service company in Nevada County, equipped with two fully loaded vans to serve your needs at your home or business. Come see our large selection of quality new and used safes. We do special ordering and safe-openings, home lock services and of course, we’ll be glad to make duplicates of your keys!

REED’S LOCKSMITHING

Paint the Town Pink

11228 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley (530) 477-4241 www.theunion.com/pink Runner-Up Turkey Trot 768 Taylorville Road, Grass Valley (530) 273-0521

BEST Cycling WINNER

Empire Mine State Historic Park

WINNER

Yuba River Runner-Up Truckee (530) 587-2757

BEST Fishing WINNER

Scotts Flat Lake 23333 Scotts Flat Road, Nevada City (530) 265-5302 www.scottsflatlake.net Runner-Up Rollins Lake 21597 You Bet Rd, Grass Valley (530) 477-9413 www.penresort.com

10791 E. Empire St, Grass Valley (530) 273-8522 www.empiremine.org

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273-3243 810 E. Main St. GV 2010 Best of Nevada County 17

Citizen of the

Year nominee

Tom Cunningham

I am voting for Tom Cunningham as The Union’s 2010 Citizen of the Year. As a resident since 1999, Tom is a very recognized and recognizable personality within the community. Tom’s great loves are music and theater. Within Nevada County, Tom contributes to the well being of many arts organizations. Because he loves music, he attends all the arts functions that he can cram into he already busy schedule.

I believe that Tom Cunningham should be The Union’s Person of the Year, not solely because of his significant financial contributions to the arts community in Nevada County. As a community, Nevada County includes a disparate variety of people, not just politically well known figures. Tom Cunningham through his love of the arts, contributes his time, energy, effort, love and friendship to

BEST Golf Course

BEST Live Theater

Alta Sierra Country Club

Center for the Arts

WINNER

WINNER

11897 Tammy Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-2868 www.altasierracc.com

314 West Main St, Grass Valley (530) 274-8384 www.thecenterforthearts.org Runner-Up Nevada Theatre 401 Broad St, Nevada City (530) 265-6161

Runner-Up Lake Wildwood Association Golf Course 255 Cottontail Way, Penn Valley (530) 432-1163

BEST Local Event WINNER

Nevada County Fair

BEST Hiking

11228 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley (530) 273-6217 www.nevadacountyfair.com

WINNER

Independence Trail Hwy. 49-North, Nevada City (530) 477-4788 www.nevadacountythingstodo. com/hiking/independencetrail

Runner-Up Cornish Christmas 125 Neal St, Grass Valley (530) 265-7024 www.historicgrassvalley.com

support his community. Great enthusiasm, such as Tom’s, is one reason why Nevada County has carved a name for itself as having a thriving arts community, even in such a difficult fiscal atmosphere.

— Submitted anonymously

n w o r G y t n u o C a d a Nev Since 1974 Garden Shop: • Fountains • Organic Seeds • Pottery • Organic Fertilizer • Gardening Tools & Books Locally Grown: • Perennials • Dogwoods • Birch Trees • Red Maples • Japanese Maples • VegetablePlants

Runner-Up Empire Mine State Historic Park 10791 E Empire St, Grass Valley (530) 273-8522 www.empiremine.org

Thank you for voting us “Best” SIX YEARS in a row!

Gold Country Hearing Center

Audiology & Hearing Aids

Free Batteries for the lifetime of the Hearing Aid Free Services for the lifetime of the Hearing Aid 3-Year Repair, Loss & Damage Warranty 45-Day Trial Period • No Money Down Entrust your hearing to the hands of an Audiologist

Gold Country Hearing Center 1097 East Main Street, Ste. B, Grass Valley

(530) 477-8114 www.goldhearing.com 2005

Thank you for voting us BEST 11 years in a row!

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Kimberly Bonney, Au.D. Doctor of Audiology 2007

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BEST Movie Theater

BEST Park

WINNER

Del Oro Theater 165 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 273-6932 www.sierracinemas.com/deloro.html

WINNER Nevada City (530) 265-8223 www.nevadacityca.gov

WINNER

314 Railroad Ave, Grass Valley (530) 272-4949 Runner-Up Nevada County Fair 11228 McCourtney Rd, Grass Valley (530) 273-6217 www.nevadacountyfair.com

BEST Romantic Getaway

WINNER

Cooper’s 235 Commercial St, Nevada City (530) 265-0116 www.coopersnclive.com Runner-Up McGee’s Annex 315 Broad St, Nevada City (530) 265-3205

Pioneer Park

INTERIOR DESIGN

SPECIAL Buy One Hour, Get 2nd Hour FREE Wood Blinds, Pleated & Woven Shades, Shutters, Valances, Drapery Workroom, Bedding Ensembles, Paint Selection, Furniture Placement & More!

AT BEN FRANKLIN CRAFTS & FRAMES

Voted Best

Thank You!

Paul & Sandi Bernstein Serving 10,000+ Since 1990

FREE INSTALLATION 5+ BLINDS

Thank you Nevada County!

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"Down-to-Earth Decorating"

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Runner-Up Rainbow Lodge 50080 Hampshire Rocks, Soda Springs (530) 426-3871 www.therainbowlodge.com

HOBBY/CRAFT & YARN/FABRIC STORE

(Some restrictions may apply)

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Lake Tahoe

Runner-Up Empire Mine State Historic Park 10791 E Empire St, Grass Valley (530) 273-8522 www.empiremine.org

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WINNER

Nevada City (530) 265-8223 www.nevadacityca.gov

Call the Best!

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49er Family Fun Park

BEST Place to Picnic

BEST Night Spot

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Runner-Up Condon Park Grass Valley 888-294-1319

Runner-Up Sierra Cinemas 840 E. Main St, Grass Valley (530) 477-1100 www.sierracinemas.com

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BEST Place to Take the Kids

Pioneer Park

ART SUPPLIES PAPER ARTS HOME DÉCOR MIXED MEDIA KIDS’ CRAFTS

BEADS FABRIC YARN BOOKS FRAMES

272-6161 BEST QUALITY • BEST PRICES • BEST SERVICE CSL#742348

SHUT TERS • DRAPERIES • BLINDS • SHADES

598 SUTTON WAY, GV 273-1348 BENFRANKLIN-CRAFTS.COM HRS M-F 9-8 SAT 9-6 SUN 10-6 2010 Best of Nevada County 19

Joseph Salas

Citizen of the

Year nominee

My favorite choice for the title of Citizen of the Year is Joseph Salas of Grass Valley.

Joseph created the Lunch at the Crossroads four years ago when he saw the need to feed the poor in this community. His roots started more than 11 years ago as a hotel and restaurant manager in Sunnyvale, Calif. He can see how this plan was ordained over time allowing him the building blocks for his dream.

Relaying his ideas to a friend who worked for the Interfaith Food Ministry, he was encouraged to serve even more. Convinced his idea would work he knocked on the door of the Methodist Church in Grass Valley, starting The Last Friday Supper and the Second Friday Supper. Joseph’s dream finally came true to feed the poor in this community.

Wanting a day meal, he started the Lunch at the Crossroads four years ago. Over 10,000 meals have been served free of charge.

— Submitted by Pat Rutter

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Sincerely,

The Doctors and Staff of Grass Valley Eyecare 670 Sutton Way, Grass Valley

(Located next to Staples & Round Table)

273-6000

www.gveyecare.com 20 2010 Best of Nevada County

Goods & Services BEST Alzheimer’s BEST Appliance WINNER Caregiver WINNER

Quail Ridge Senior Living 150 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 252-1055 quailridgeseniorliving.com

Sears Home Services

129 Idaho Maryland Rd, Grass Valley (530) 273-9511 www.searshomeservices.com

Runner-Up Highgate Senior Living 415 Sierra College Dr, Grass Valley (530) 272-8002 www.highgateseniorliving.com

Runner-Up Big 1 Appliance 1145 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 274-2441

BEST Antiques

BEST Art Gallery

WINNER

WINNER

Shaw’s Antiques

Mowen Solinsky Gallery

210 Main St, Nevada City (530) 265-2668 www.topfloortearoom.com

225 Broad St, Nevada City (530) 265-4682 www.mowensolinskygallery. com

Runner-Up Antique Emporium 150 Mill St, Grass Valley (530)272-7302

Runner-Up The Louvre 124 East Main Street Grass Valley (530) 272-3733 www.thelouvregallery.com

“Thanks for your support... we love helping you make great meals and great memories!”

We do gift registry, too!

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BEST Assisted Living WINNER

Eskaton Village

625 Eskaton Circle, Grass Valley (530) 273-1778 www.eskaton.org Runner-Up Quail Ridge Senior Living 150 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 252-1055 www.quailridgeseniorliving.com

BEST Auto Detailer WINNER

A Finer Detail

520 E. Main St, Grass Valley (530) 477-1455 www.afinerdetailgv.com Runner-Up Car Bright 1671 E. Main St, Ste C, Grass Valley (530) 273-5482

BEST Auto Glass WINNER

Moule Paint & Glass

700 E. Main St, Grass Valley (530) 273-4643 www.moulepaintandglass.com

Runner-Up Grass Valley Glass 208 Colfax Avenue, Grass Valley (530) 272-2621

BEST Auto Parts WINNER

Riebe’s Auto Parts

126 Idaho Maryland Rd, Grass Valley (530)273-4000 www.riebes.com Runner-Up O’Reilly Auto Parts, formerly Kragen Auto Parts 121 Olympia Park Rd, Grass Valley (530) 477-7189 www.oreilyauto.com

BEST Auto Repair

Deer Creek Inn

WINNER

116 Nevada St, Nevada City (530) 265-0363 www.deercreekinn.com

305 Neal St, Grass Valley (530) 478-6000 www.citizensbanknc.com

Runner-Up Elam Biggs Bed & Breakfast Inn 220 Colfax Ave, Grass Valley www.elambiggs.com

Runner-Up Wells Fargo Bank 214 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 273-4462 www.wellsfargo.com

BEST Bike Store WINNER

Tour of Nevada City

Wells Fargo Bank 757 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-8195

457 Sacramento St, Nevada City (530) 265-2187 www.tourofnevadacity.com

Gentleman’s Quarters

531 Searls Ave, Nevada City (530) 265-4642 plazatireandautoservice.com Runner-Up Art’s Cedar Ridge Gas & Auto 12685 Colfax Hwy Grass Valley (530)273-8791

wagons • dolls Breyer horses • puzzles board games • Webkinz stuffed animals • trucks dress-up clothes

Citizen’s Bank of Northern California

WINNER

WINNER

Plaza Tire & Auto Service

(and grown-ups too!)

BEST Bed & Breakfast

BEST Barber

WINNER

Toys are for kids

BEST Bank/ Credit Union

110 West Main St, Grass Valley (530)273-5835 Runner-Up Tomahawkers 570 Searls Ave, Nevada City (530) 478-5800

Runner-Up Xtreme Outfitters 1200 East Main St, Grass Valley (530) 477-2377 www.xtremeoutfittersbicycles.com

BEST Book Store WINNER

Book Seller

107 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 272-2131 Runner-Up Ames Bookstore 309 Neal St, Grass Valley (530) 273-9261

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“Best Auto Repair” & “Best Tire Store” Thanks for voting us “best of” 12 times!

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We took 3rd in a worldwide window display contest with Schleich, a German toy company.

It will be put back up for our Schliech promotion the weekend of the 26th for people to see!

ASE Certified Auto Mechanics

www.PlazaTireAndAutoService.com

121 Mill Street, Grass Valley 273.8304

Penn Valley 17317 Penn Valley Dr. 432-9144

Colfax 1774 S. Canyon Way 346-8782

Nevada City 531 Searls Ave. 265-4642

2010 Best of Nevada County 21

Citizen of the

Year nominee

Delbert and Marion Mack

Grandparents of five and great-grandparents of three would not normally be people that you would ask to raise a newborn child even if it were for a close family member. One would certainly not even suggest to a great-grandmother or greatgrandfather to nurture newborn babies for women incarcerated in prison, but that is exactly what Delbert and Marion Mack have done, not one time, but nine times!

One might surmise that because they are a retired couple they have the time to do this exceptionally unusual blessing for a child. But again, no Marion fills her ‘spare’ time as a seamstress and she volunteers much time to church activities.

Del has a part-time schedule working as the Maintenance Supervisor for Sierra View Manor an Assisted Living care home for seniors and in his ‘spare’ time for the last 22 years he has been an acclaimed Volunteer Police Officer for the City of Grass Valley.

Devoted believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, the Mack’s were led by their faith and their hearts to take on the nurturing of newly born infants and have loved and cared for some of them as long as 6 months of age until the mother’s are released from prison and adjust with their baby into a halfway house program.

You would think their caring would end there. Again, no. The Mack’s continue their relationship with the children and their mothers. Sometimes they drive 10-hours one way to visit and support them.

­— Submitted by Vanessa-Laidley Tennies

Thank you Nevada County!

BEST Cabinets WINNER

Grande Wood Design

348 Idaho Maryland Road, Grass Valley (530) 274-3301 www.grandewood.com Runner-Up The Cabinet Company 342 Idaho Maryland Rd, Grass Valley (530) 273-1152 www.thecabinetcompany.com

BEST Candy Store WINNER

Confectionately Yours 146 Mill St, Grass Valley (530)274-3448 Runner-Up Dorado Chocolates 104 E Main St, Grass Valley (530) 272-6715 www.doradochocolates.com

BEST Car Dealer WINNER

Liberty Motors

600 Freeman Lane Grass Valley (530)477-5454 www.libertymotorsgv.com

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Runner-Up Pioneer Motors 1611 East Main St, Grass Valley (530) 477-1000 www.pioneermotors.com

BEST Carpet Cleaners WINNER

Chem-Dry

10735 Quail Creek Rd, Grass Valley (530) 273-7779 Runner-Up Select Floor Care 12495 Loma Rica Dr, Grass Valley (530) 477-2782 www.selectcarpetcleaning.com

BEST Cellular Store WINNER

Verizon

2068 Nevada City Hwy, Grass Valley (530) 272-9999 www.verizonwireless.com Runner-Up Radio Shack 568 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-9484

Thanks for Voting Us Best Children’s Clothing Store!

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of my patients, past and present, and Nevada County for allowing me to serve your dental needs for many years. ~ “Doc” Webster Kenneth H. Webster, D.D.S. Providence Park 101 Providence Mine Road #201 Nevada City, CA 95959 Phone: (530) 265-0551

Not pictured Jennah Hunter

Expectant Mothers On Our Baby Registry Valerie Angove Shannon Argyle Addi Assi Cori Bergeron Morgan Branson Carol Bryant Lisa Burk Rachel Callnon Zarah Casto Sari Clark-Leman Krystin Coalson Jessica Cooke Jennifer Dearduff

Rebecca DeRock-Moores Isabella Dimmett Jenny Erkhembayar Taylor Fletcher Sarah Galleo Ashley Gaughan Elizabeth Gentry Suzan Gidlund Heather Gilger Cheri Gunter Jenee’ Hand Jessica Hankins

Stephanie Hodges Jennah Hunter Shaye Kent Suzanne Koster Nichole Laspina Jade Larson Erin Maddock Amber Jo Manuel Allie McLachlan Toni McNulty Kyndra Moran Brielle Morgan Krystal Moyer

Your Baby Shower Store

The Most Adorable & Unique Baby Gifts for Under $25.

138 Mill Street, GV 274-7002 www.futuregenerationsbaby.com 22 2010 Best of Nevada County

Evan Peard Jamie Perry Carly Piper Janelle Quentmeyer Jenny Scicluna Amelia Spilger Tara Stafford Julie Villa Ashley Winger Nicole Wright Erica Zuazo

BEST Children’s Clothing Store

BEST Christmas Tree Farm

BEST Consignment Store

Farmer Bob’s

Sister’s Consignment Boutique

WINNER

WINNER

Behind The Union, next to Empire Shoes Grass Valley (530) 559-2246

152 South Auburn St, Grass Valley (530)477-7292

Runner-Up JC Penny’s 732 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley (530) 273-6621

Runner-Up McBurney’s Tree Farm 11197 Cedar Ridge Dr, Grass Valley (530) 273-2779 www.mcburneytreefarm.com

Runner-Up Dena’s Off Main Consignment Shop 408 Colfax Ave, Grass Valley (530) 372-9246

BEST Chiropractor

BEST Computer Sales & Services

WINNER

Future Generations 138 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 274-7002 futuregenerationsbaby.com

WINNER

Kebby Margaretich/ Back to Health Chiropractic

WINNER

Haldane Computer Center Inc

652 South Auburn St, Grass Valley (530)273-4102 www.backtohealthgv.com

11309 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley (530)272-2802 www.haldanecomputers.com

Runner-Up Robert D. Morgan Inc. 565 Brunswick Rd. # 5, Grass Valley (530) 274-7007

Runner-Up Staples 646 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 477-6700

BEST Dance School WINNER

Dance with Laura Bishop 540 Searls Ave, Nevada City (530) 265-2690 dancewithlaurabishop.com Runner-Up Sierra Dance Institute 314 W. Main Street Grass Valley (530)477-7644 www.sierradanceinstitute.com

Nevada County

WE APPRECIATE THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE YOU!

FOR VOTING US BEST FURNITURE STORE AGAIN THIS YEAR BACK ROW (L-R): ROB BEILSTEIN Delivery LISA WEST Interior Designer CHELLIE PETERSON Owner DAVE WILLS Sales Manager KEVIN SHURTZ Delivery MARK STUMP Sales BRIAN CORCORAN Warehouse FRONT ROW: (L-R): LORI PATTERSON Sales/Interior Designer GINGER The Mascot LINDY SCHASIEPEN Customer Service Manager LUCI BAKER Office Manager BRENDON MILLER Warehouse Manager NOT PICTURED: RAMONA EFIRD & JESSICA JAMES

161 Mill Street DOWNTOWN GRASS VALLEY

(530) 273-8400 STORE HOURS

M-F 9:30-5:30 Sat 9:30-5 Sun 12-4

We are locally owned and operated

153 Mill Street (Next to Ashley) DOWNTOWN GRASS VALLEY

(530) 273-8446 STORE HOURS

M-F 9:30-5:30 Sat 9:30-5 Sun 12-4

Locally Owned & Operated

2010 Best of Nevada County 23

Citizen of the

Year nominee

R.C. (Richard) Holub

Our beautiful county lost a great citizen Aug. 14, 2010, R.C. (Richard) Holub at the age of 91. He was raised here from very humble beginnings in what was Patrick’s Court (N. Church St.); worked the Idaho-Maryland, Old and New Brunswick, and Golden Center Gold Mines; also, he worked nights at our California Highway Patrol on E. Main St. In 1940, he married Lena Macari after meeting her in Grass Valley at Tess’ Soda Salon on Mill Street.

In 1942, Richard joined the Army Air Corps. While in World War II, he earned a Legion of Merit award for the first-ever rocket-assisted takeoff of a heavy bomber (B-17G). Together, Richard and Len raised two girls, Kim and Jill.

After 30 years in the Air Force, R.C. Holub retired as full Colonel in 1972 to Grass Valley. During his retirement, he served 12 years in the Forest Service as well in the Banner Lookout Tower guarding our county from fires.

He passed on his love of this community to his family that survives him (which numbers around 30 local, direct

BEST Dog Kennel

BEST Day Care WINNER

Little Friends Child Development

WINNER

Empire Kennels

10114 Granholm Lane, Nevada City (530) 265-9104

11377 Amsel Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-6971 Runner-Up The Kennels 12736 McCourtney Rd, Grass Valley (530) 272-4670

Runner-Up Mona Lee’s Preschool 11684 Ridge Rd, Nevada City (530) 265-3422

BEST Dry Cleaners

BEST Day Spa WINNER

WINNER

VJ’s Salon & Day Spa

Valet Cleaners

250 Colfax Ave, Grass Valley (530) 274-8257 www.vjssalon.com

130 Joerschke Dr, Grass Valley (530) 273-1200 Runner-Up Ballerina Cleaners & Laundry 147 S. Auburn St, Grass Valley (530) 273-8611

Runner-Up Wolf Mountain Day Spa 15688 Johnson Pl, Grass Valley (530) 477-2340 www.wolfmountaindayspa.com

family members.

Everyone who knew him misses him tremendously, especially his family!

— Submitted by Gary Lee Franza

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Thank you Nevada County for voting us

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129 Idaho Maryland Rd. • Grass Valley, CA

AUTHORIZED TOOL SERVICE CENTER

Store Hours: M-S 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Sun. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

654 Maltman Dr., Ste. B, Grass Valley 530-477-1185 • 866-962-8665

273-9511

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BEST Fabric Store WINNER

Ben Franklin Crafts & Frames 598 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-1348 www.benfranklin-crafts.com

Runner-Up Foothill Flowers 102 W. Main S, Grass Valley (530) 273-2296 www.foothillflowers.com

Runner-Up Foothill Mercantile 121 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 273-8304 www.foothillmercantile.com

BEST Furniture Store

BEST Glass & Windows

WINNER

Runner-Up Fabrics on Mill Street 115 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 273-9386

Ashley Furniture HomeStore

BEST Flooring Store WINNER

Young’s Carpet One 330 Idaho Maryland Road, Grass Valley (530) 273-5568 youngscarpetonegrassvalley.com

161 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 273-8400 www.ashleyfurniturehomestore.com Runner-Up Big 1 1145 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 274-2441

BEST Garage Door WINNER

Advantage Garage Door Co. 18334 Spring Valley Dr, Grass Valley (530) 274-3667

Runner-Up Premier Flooring 807 South Auburn Street, Grass Valley (530) 273-3711

Runner-Up Big John’s Garage Doors 15094 Osdick Court, Nevada City (530) 265-6359

BEST Florist WINNER

Grass Valley Florist 2153 Nevada City Hwy, Grass Valley (530) 273-2223 www.grassvalleyflorist.com

BEST Gift Shop WINNER

Yuba Blue

116 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 273-9620 www.yubablueonline.com

WINNER

Moule Paint & Glass

700 E. Main St, Grass Valley (530) 273-4643 www.moulepaintandglass.com Runner-Up Grass Valley Glass Co. 208 Colfax Ave, Grass Valley (530) 272-2623

BEST Grocery Store WINNER

SPD

735 Zion St, Nevada City (530) 265-4596 www.spdmarket.com

SPD

129 W. McKnight Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-5000 Runner-Up Safeway 867 Sutton Way, Grass Valley, (530) 273-2249 Safeway 105 Neal St, Grass Valley, (530) 273-0115 www.safeway.com

Voted Best Heating & Air Company in Nevada County We service all makes & models.

CELEBRATING 51 YEARS • 1960-2011

Thanks Nevada County!

6-Time "Best of" Winner

FREE PG&E DUCT SEALING SAVE MONEY WITH SEALED DUCTS

Seal the ducts in your home for Free! A & A is a certified duct sealing contractor that can provide this PG&E subsidized service for free. Start saving on your utility bills now with a free duct sealing by A & A. Certain restrictions and PG&E requirements apply. Call for details – 530-273-1301.

AIR CONDITIONING

HEATING & SHEET METAL “FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED SINCE 1960”

763 South Auburn Street, Grass Valley NEVADA CITY

265-9729

GRASS VALLEY

273-1301

PENN VALLEY

432-2122

2010 Best of Nevada County 25

Citizen of the

Year nominee

Sandy Schmidt

I’d like to nominate Sandy Schmidt, founder of Women of Worth.

There is a dark shadow over Nevada County, of which most of us are totally unaware … the increasing levels of domestic violence, EVEN sex trades right here in our own community.

Sandy was once a victim of domestic violence, now in a loving family with her husband and young son, she did not forget her experiences. She created a service to help other women escape and start new lives as she did.

Sandy’s program embraces the client with love, compassion and respect. She engages them in the process of change, empowers women to make decisions for their own well being.

When you meet Sandy, you FEEL good! Her dynamic and upbeat nature belies the pain she has had, and interfaces with daily. She is an amazing woman deeply committed to God from which her service flows with passion and purpose. As a mother AND grandmother, Sandy’s maternal instincts have had a broader impact.

Her vision for a safe house has just been realized with the opening of Hetti’s Haven, named after Hetti Williams who was murdered by her husband in 2005.

— Submitted by Marilyn Nyborg

BEST Gutters & Downspouts WINNER

Byers Leafguard Gutter Systems 11773 Slow Poke Lane, Grass Valley (530) 272-8272 www.byersleafguard.com

Runner-Up Advantage Gutter 12368 E. Bennett Rd, Grass Valley (530) 272-1151

BEST Hair Salon WINNER

VJ’s Salon & Day Spa

250 Colfax Ave, Grass Valley (530) 274-8257 www.vjssalon.com

Runner-Up Hills Flat Lumber Company 380 Railroad Ave, Grass Valley (530) 273-6171 www.hillsflat.com

BEST Health Club WINNER

South Yuba Club 555 Searls Ave, Nevada City (530) 470-9100 www.southyubaclub.com Runner-Up Club Sierra Sports & Fitness 130 West Berryhill Dr, Grass Valley (530) 477-8800 www.clubsierrafitness.com

Runner-Up Bloom La Boutique Salon 203 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 273-5260 www.bloomlaboutiquesalon.com

BEST Hearing

BEST Hardware Building Supply

1097 E. Main St, Ste B, Grass Valley (530) 477-8114 www.goldhearing.com

WINNER

B&C Home & Garden Center

2032 Nevada City Hwy, Grass Valley (530) 273-6105 www.bandcgrassvalley.com

WINNER

Gold Country Hearing Aid Center

Runner-Up Audibel Hearing Aid Center 152 Catherine Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-8440

Thanks Nevada County!

Best Auto Parts Store again... for 12 years running!

Riebes auto parts Locally Owned & Operated Since 1957 www.riebes.com

126 Idaho-Maryland Rd., Grass Valley • 273-4000 535 Searls Avenue, Nevada City • 265-2436 130 Whitcomb Ave., Colfax • 346-6247

MACHINE SHOP SERVICES AVAILABLE AT 126 IDAHO-MARYLAND RD., GRASS VALLEY • (530) 272-4289 26 2010 Best of Nevada County

BEST Heating & Air

BEST Home Theater & TVs

BEST House Cleaners

A & A Air Conditioning, Heating & Sheet Metal

Beam Easy Living Center

The Flying Broom Inc

WINNER

WINNER

763 S. Auburn St, Grass Valley (530) 273-1301 www.aaheating.com Runner-Up All Phase Heating & Air Conditioning 731 South Auburn St, Grass Valley (530) 274-9955 www.allphasecomfort.com

BEST Hobby & Craft

422 Henderson St, Grass Valley (530) 273-5166 www.beameasy.com

748 Zion St, Ste C, Nevada City (530) 265-5666 www.theflyingbroom.com

Runner-Up Record Connection Plus Electronics 455 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-7434 www.recordconnection.com

Runner-Up Merry Maids 701 High St, Ste 205, Auburn (530) 823-3340

BEST Hotel/Motel WINNER

Ben Franklin Crafts & Frames 598 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-1348 www.benfranklin-crafts.com

121 Bank St, Grass Valley (530) 477-1700 www.hiexpress.com Runner-Up Northern Queen Inn 400 Railroad Ave, Nevada City (530) 265-5824 www.northernqueeninn.com

Runner-Up Betty’s Toy Box & Hobbies 716 E Main St, Grass Valley (530) 274-7229

THANK YOU, NEVADA COUNTY, FOR VOTING THE FAIR

“Nevada County’s Best Event”

BEST Jewelry Store WINNER

Holiday Inn Express

WINNER

WINNER

Stucki Jewelers 148 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 272-1266 www.stuckijewelers.com Runner-Up Utopian Stone Goldsmith 301 Broad St, Nevada City (530) 265-6209 www.utopianstone.com

Attention: Pet Lovers!

11 YEARS IN A ROW!

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Many retirees in Nevada County spend their time in philanthropy rather than in leisure, but one in particular seems to work as much in retirement as she did in her former career.

Sandy Blake taught at Union Hill School for more than 30 years. When she retired two years ago, her coworkers reminded her to relax and to do things she loves. Her definition may differ from theirs.

Ms. Blake seems to volunteer as many hours as she spent teaching second grade. Before school started, she helped with paperwork and copying for office staff and other teachers.

Throughout the year, she has helped with testing and reading in the primary grades. She constantly volunteers her time and talents to help staff members with their activities.

Outside of normal classroom activities, she is an avid supporter of the school’s collections for the Food Bank of Nevada County. She helped count and box food for the KCRA 3 Kids Can! Food Drive and organized the recent Donation

Runner-Up The Wooden Spoon 12066 Nevada City Hwy, Grass Valley (530) 272-8980 www.woodenspooncalif.com

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BEST Laundromat WINNER

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Runner-Up Cathy D’s Landscape Inc. 12611 Nevada City Hwy, Grass Valley (530) 477-6630 www.cathyds.com

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In everything she does, whether volunteering at Union Hill or with Hospice of the Foothills, Ms. Blake demonstrates her dedication to our community and sets an example for the rest of us.

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BEST Martial Arts Studio

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Runner-Up Anew Day 154 Hughes Road, Ste 1, Grass Valley (530) 271-1100

Runner-Up The Sleep Shop 1027 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 271-7099

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We enthusiastically endorse Gayle Lossman as Nevada County’s Citizen of the Year for her inspired contribution to seniors in this community.

For several years Gayle has guided us at the exercise and yoga classes at the South Yuba Club (54 members) and at Eskaton Village (25 members). We seniors range from 55 to 104 years young. Several of us have attended her classes for the entire ten years as she provided us with an example of how to live life to the fullest.

She goes far beyond teaching us how to exercise. We have fun, laugh, tease, dance and have a new caring circle of friends. All of this happens while we are getting stronger and healthier. Gayle’s spirit is infectious. She enriches the lives of each one of us.

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104 W. Main St, Grass Valley (530) 273-6676 foggymountainmusic.com Runner-Up Record Connection Plus Electronics 455 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-7434 www.recordconnection.com

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Mai’ Nails 526 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-7256 Runner-Up VJ’s Salon & Day Spa 250 Colfax Ave, Grass Valley (530) 274-8257 www.vjssalon.com

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Runner-Up Ben Franklin Crafts & Frames 598 Sutton Way Grass Valley (530) 273-1348 www.benfranklin-crafts.com

BEST Pest Control WINNER

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Runner-Up Grass Valley Pest & Weed Control 310 Railroad Ave, Grass Valley (530) 273-2847

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BEST Pet Store WINNER

Incredible Pets

649 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-7701 www.incredpets.com Runner-Up Muttley’s Pet Emporium 627 E. Main St, Grass Valley (530) 274-9996

BEST Pharmacy WINNER

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640 E. Main St, Grass Valley (530) 274-0100 www.dokimospharmacy.com

Dokimos Pharmacy 737 Zion S, Nevada City (530) 470-8854

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BEST Plumbing Supply WINNER

Sierra Plumbing Supply 11423 La Barr Meadows Rd, Grass Valley (530) 477-5168 sierraplumbingsupply.com Runner-Up A to Z Supply 13396 Ridge Rd, Grass Valley (530) 273-6608 www.atozsupply.com

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All Seasons Pools & Spas

Runner-Up Sierra Timberline 324 Idaho Maryland Rd, Grass Valley (530) 273-4822

BEST Print Shop WINNER

House of Print & Copy

1501 E. Main St, Grass Valley (530) 273-1000 Runner-Up Country Copy Print Shop 1200 E. Main St, Grass Valley (530) 272-4657

BEST Produce Stand WINNER

Farmer Bob’s

Record Connection parking lot Grass Valley (530) 559-2246 Runner-Up Sun Smile Farms 10113 West Dr, Grass Valley (530) 273-6507

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Citizens Bank of Northern California

Offices in Nevada City, Grass Valley, Penn Valley, Lake of the Pines, Truckee and Auburn www.citizensbanknc.com (530) 470-2804

Thank You! for voting Citizens Bank of Northern California “Best Bank” for 12 consecutive years. We take this honor seriously, pledging each day to make sure our customers, and our community, feel they have received the very “Best of Citizens Bank” – our hallmark service.

Citizens Bank was founded in 1995 with a very ambitious goal

to make a real difference in our community – both in the business of banking and in being good stewards of the towns where we live and work. We’re very proud of the impact we’ve made in helping local businesses and families reach many of their dreams.

We think being the BEST at anything is all about amazing people. While our Bank opened with just 12 employees, today our employee “family” measures 87 – each with an expertise that, when combined, is second to none. We’re certain that expertise differentiates us and makes the “customer experience” at our Bank that much better. So, whether our customer is looking for their very first checking account or running one of our County’s largest businesses, we’ve got the BEST team to help. And speaking of “help”, at last count, the majority of our Bank’s 87 employees volunteer in at least 96 local organizations - and are trustees or board members of at least 33 of those great organizations.

Our customers have grown to enjoy our simple, but state-ofthe-art products and services that help them manage the daily money needs of their households and businesses. So, whether it’s an “old fashioned” checking account, Mobile Banking via cell phone, Online Banking or our menu of lending products, there is something in our product line-up for everyone.

Citizens Bank has six offices throughout Nevada County and one in neighboring Placer County – in Auburn.

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BEST Propane Service WINNER

Suburban Propane

12575 Charles Dr, Grass Valley (530) 273-6113 www.suburbanpropane.com Runner-Up Ferrellgas 364 Lower Grass Valley Rd, Nevada City (530) 265-5896

BEST Property Management WINNER

Collins Property Management 408 Broad St, Ste 11A, Nevada City (530) 265-0625 www.collinspropmanagment.com Runner-Up Property Associates Management 1035 Sutton Way, Ste D, Grass Valley (530) 477-4328 www.nevadacounty4rent.com

BEST Real Estate Agency WINNER

Network Real Estate 167 S. Auburn St, Grass Valley (530) 272-8885 www.network-realestate.com Runner-Up Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty 855 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-7293 www.nevadacounty4sale.com

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BEST Roofing Company

Dan Owner

WINNER

Gold Country Roofing 15918 Little Valley Road, Grass Valley (530) 477-2760 www.goldroof.com

Julie Owner

Runner-Up Everlast Roofing & Construction

(530) 432-5898

Cindy Sales

Peg Sales

Gary Bookkeeper

Tile & Stone

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YOU CAN COUNT ON US EVERY TIME! For over three decades we’re proud to have helped all customers select the perfect place to honor the accomplishments of their loved ones and furnish their game rooms. We’ve designed awards for people from all walks of life, young and old, big and small. We’ve designed awards for the best of Nevada County Winners, teachers, students, policemen, firemen, moms, outstanding employees to anyone who has ever made an achievement they want honored by an award.

We are your one-stop shop for fun in your home.

We are your experts in game room furnishing from pool tables and poker tables to complete game room furniture and accessories.

Every order is handled with the same attentive service and attention to detail that has earned Twin City Trophies & Billiards its reputation as the recognition specialists. We also give military and school discounts. We have always and will always be a family-owned and operated business. Our main focus is providing prompt, friendly customer service, an we’re proud to provide our customers with a top-quality product at a good value.

We have furnished many homes with pool tables, poker tables, game room furniture and accessories.

PRODUCTS Trophies Plaques Name Badges Wedding Goblets

Embroidery Services In-House Engraving Gifts Retirement

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Birthday Custom Logos Billiard Supplies Pool Tables Pool Room Accessories

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BEST Satellite Service

BEST Solar Company

BEST Tack & Feed

Don Adams Antenna Satellite

Plan It Solar

12892 Ridge Rd, Grass Valley (530) 273-3386

WINNER

WINNER

Ridge Feed & Supply

WINNER

155 Joerschke Dr, Grass Valley (530) 274-3709

17487 Penn Valley Dr, Bldg A, Penn Valley (530) 432-3776 www.planitsolar.com

Runner-Up Direct TV

Runner-Up Grass Valley Hay & Feed 1025 Idaho Maryland Rd, Grass Valley (530) 477-2291

Runner-Up Sierra Solar Systems 563 C Idaho Maryland Dr, Grass Valley (530) 273-6754 www.sierrasolar.com

BEST Self Storage WINNER

Old Barn Self Storage

175 Spring Hill Dr, Grass Valley (530) 274-4455 www.oldbarnstorage.com

BEST Tanning Salon WINNER

Tropical Tans

147 Joerschke Dr, Ste 3, Grass Valley (530) 477-8707

BEST Sporting Goods

Runner-Up Ernie’s Van & Storage 185 Spring Hill Dr, Grass Valley (530) 273-7836 www.erniesvan.com

Runner-Up Couture Tan 332 Hill Street, Grass Valley (530) 263-4512 www.couturetan.com

WINNER

Big 5 Sporting Goods

123 W. McKnight Way, Grass Valley (530) 274-1562 www.big5sportinggoods.com

BEST Shoe Store WINNER

Payless

BEST Tax Preparer WINNER

H & R Block

135 W. McKnight Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-4884 www.hrblock.com

Runner-Up Mountain Recreation 491 E. Main St, Grass Valley (530) 477-8006 www.mtnrec.com

742 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley (530)477-0611 Runner-Up Empire Shoes 534 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 477-2444 www.empireshoestore.com

Runner-Up Hysell & Associates Inc. 970 E. Main St, # 100, Grass Valley (530) 274-7011

Thank you Nevada County for voting!

Knitting • Spinning Weaving • Crocheting

Your friendly neighborhood yarn shop where fiber arts & community come together Founded in 1978, TruTru-Line Builders has a vast experience in Commercial, Residential, Schools, Medical, Mixed Use, MultiMulti-Family, Industrial and TiltTilt-Up construction.

• Fiber Products created by Local Artists • Experienced and Knowledgeable Teachers • Classes for Beginner to Advanced • Kids’ Classes • Special Events and Charity Support

From our quality custom homes, to our LEED certified green commercial projects like the Briar Patch Market, we are your source for sustainable building.

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Thank you Nevada County for voting us among the BEST!

470-8862

MeadowFarmYarn.com 103 Argall Way, Nevada City Two blocks off Hwy 49 at Gold Flat/Ridge Road in the 7 Hills Business District

Mon-Tue-Thur-Fri: 10 to 5 Wed: Noon to 6 | Sat: 11 to 4

BEST Thrift Store WINNER

Hospice Gift & Thrift 17440 Penn Valley Dr, Penn Valley (530) 432-7600

Hospice Gift & Thrift

754 Zion Street Nevada City, CA 95959-2933 (530) 265-6500 Runner-Up Salvation Army 10725 Alta St, Grass Valley (530) 274-3500 www.salvationarmyusa.org

BEST Tire Store WINNER

Plaza Tire & Auto

531 Searls Ave, Grass Valley (530) 265-4642 plazatireandautoservice.com Runner-Up Les Schwab Tire Center 380 Sierra College Dr, Ste 100, Grass Valley (530) 272-2132 www.lesschwab.com

BEST Title Co. WINNER

Placer Title Company

380 Sierra College Dr, #100, Grass Valley (530) 477-1382 www.placertitle.com

Runner-Up First American Title Insurance Co. 10124 Commercial Ave, Penn Valley (530) 432-1531 www.firstamericantitle.com

Runner-Up Betty’s Toy Box & Hobbies 716 E Main St, Grass Valley (530) 274-7229

BEST Tools & Repair

BEST Travel Agency

WINNER

WINNER

The Tool Shed

Adventure Travel

654 Maltman Dr. #B, Grass Valley (530) 477-1185 Runner-Up Pearson’s Small Engine Repair 142 Idaho Maryland Rd, Grass Valley (530) 273-7338

BEST Towing Company WINNER

Fischer Towing

647 E. Main St, Grass Valley (530) 273-3180

1671 E. Main St. Ste A, Grass Valley (530) 273-4477 Runner-Up Giselle’s Travel 2042 Nevada City Hwy, Grass Valley (530) 273-4500

BEST Tree Service WINNER

Cyrus Tree Service Inc.

Runner-Up Kilroy’s Towing Services 12077 State Hwy 49, Grass Valley (530) 273-3495

10155 Randolph Lane, Rough & Ready (530) 271-2000 www.cyrustree.com

BEST Toy Store

Runner-Up Tim the Tree Man 20008 New Rome Road, Nevada City (530) 265-6202 www.timthetreeman.net

WINNER

Foothill Mercantile

121 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 273-8304 www.foothillmercantile.com

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Best Thai food restaurant again!

Mon-Fri Lunch 11am-3pm Dinner NIghtly 5pm-9:30 pm, Sat-Sun 12-9:30pm

312-316 Commercial St., Nevada City - 530.470.0101 720 Plumas St. Yuba City - 530.790.7672 www.sopathai.net 2010 Best of Nevada County 39

Profile: Best Health Club

South Yuba Club 555 Searls Ave, Nevada City (530) 470-9100 www.southyubaclub.com

How important is exercise to you? The Answer is … “VERY” We hear this all the time, but most of us don’t exercise enough. The facts stare us in the face each day: a national obesity crisis, skyrocketing diabetes, hypertension, slow painful dying, et cetera. This situation is creating countless personal tragedies and a financial crisis within national health care system. Yet still you are probably not exercising, right?

How important is it? Ask some local leaders who know.

Katherine Medeiros, president and CEO of the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, says “Getting regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for yourself … it promotes health and well-being.” She follows her own advice by working out at 5:30 a.m. Could it be that she knows something that you don’t quite yet believe?

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Listen to some other experts who deal with patients who have not taken care of themselves. Gabriel Soto, M.D. says “don’t have to go out and set unrealistic [exercise] goals but rather … ease back into an exercise program… for cardiovascular exercise start with short distances and low speeds.” Doctor Jon Pritchett, another expert at SNMH, asks “What are your goals in life? For example, how important is it for [you] to be around to help raise [your] grandkids?”

At the South Yuba Club we are here to help people improve lives: getting stronger, happier and generally healthier. The fact is the 84 percent of people don’t understand how much they could benefit from exercise and are afraid to join a health club.

That is a shame because they deny themselves and their loved ones the opportunity to live longer, healthier and happier … and maybe be around long enough and active enough to see their grandchildren grow up.

— By Phil Carville is a co-owner of the South Yuba Club, www.southyubaclub.com.

BEST Video Store WINNER

Blockbuster

10410 Brunswick Road, Grass Valley (530) 272-1177 Runner-Up Video Library 2116 Nevada City Hwy, Grass Valley (530) 272-3720

BEST Weight Loss Coach WINNER

Dawn Brindley Runner-Up Curves 10988 Combie Road, Ste 104, Grass Valley (530) 615-7352 Curves 992 Plaza Drive Grass Valley (530) 477-5027

BEST Women’s Clothing Store

BEST Yarn Store

WINNER

Ben Franklin Crafts & Frames

JC Penney 732 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley (530)273-6621

598 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-1348 www.benfranklin-crafts.com

Runner-Up Mill Street Clothing 117 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 477-6404

WINNER

Runner-Up MeadowFarm Yarn 103 Argall Way, Nevada City (530) 470-8862

BEST Wood Stove Store

BEST Yoga Studio

Sierra Timberline

Wild Mountain Yoga

WINNER

324 Idaho-Maryland Road, Grass Valley (530) 273-4822 www.sierratimberline.com Runner-Up Abercrombie & Co. 17593 Penn Valley Dr, Penn Valley (530) 432-2499

WINNER

574 Searls Ave, Nevada City (530) 265-4072 www.wildmtyoga.com Runner-Up Bikram Yoga 900 Golden Gate Terrace, Grass Valley (530) 273-2030 www.bikramyogagvnc.com

Thank you Nevada County for 20 years of continued support, and for voting us ‘Best Dance School’.

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SPECIALIZING IN DANCE EDUCATION FOR YOUNG CHILDREN 2010 Best of Nevada County 41

People BEST Accountant

BEST Attorney

BEST Dentist

Dave Scinto, CPA

George Roberts

Webster, Kenneth H DDS

WINNER

WINNER

301 Broad St, Nevada City (530) 265-3279

40 Sierra College Dr, Grass Valley (530) 273-3200

Runner-Up Kathy Hysell, Hysell Accountancy Corporation Tax & Accounting 970 E. Main St, # 100, Grass Valley (530) 272-7339

BEST Aesthetician WINNER

Apryl Cose at VJ’s Salon and Day Spa 250 Colfax Ave, Grass Valley (530) 274-8257 Runner-Up Kelsey at Cut & Curl 10023 Wolf Road, Grass Valley (530) 268-1300

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101 Providence Mine Road, Ste 201, Nevada City (530) 265-0551

Runner-Up Richard Hawkins 563 Brunswick Road, Ste 2, Grass Valley (530) 272-6733 www.richardhawkinslaw.com

Runner-Up Mark J Bauman DDS 435 Zion St, Nevada City (530) 265-4743

BEST Doctor

BEST Contractor

WINNER

WINNER

Dr. John Reeder

Tru-Line Builders

345 Crown Point Cir, #100, Grass Valley (530) 272-8282

140 Litton Dr, Ste 100, Grass Valley (530) 272-9780

Runner-Up Bruce Ivy Construction 143A Spring Hill Dr, Grass Valley (530) 477-6717

Runner-Up Dr. Michael Curtis 140 Litton Dr, Grass Valley (530) 272-9780

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BEST Interior Designer

BEST Electrician WINNER

Gray Electric

BEST Massage Therapist

WINNER

WINNER

A Shade Above

12911 Loma Rica Dr, Grass Valley (530) 273-0686 www.grayelectricco.com

Rolphing in the Sierra’s

807 S. Auburn St, Grass Valley (530) 272-6161

427 Coyote St, Nevada City (530) 470-8932

Runner-Up Debbie Costa CKD 370 Pleasant St, Grass Valley (530) 305-1664

Runner-Up Jack Federmeyer 11133 Northview Dr, Nevada City (530) 272-7948

Runner-Up Jayne Varian at VJ’s Salon & Day Spa 205 Colfax Ave, Grass Valley (530) 274-8257

BEST Local Artist WINNER

BEST Insurance Agent

BEST Ophthalmologist

Gail Lipton

WINNER

Runner-Up Leona Beeson

Mike Bratton, State Farm Insurance

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Nevada City (530) 265-4112 www.loanabeeson.com

768 Taylorville Road, # A, Grass Valley (530) 273-0521 www.mikebrattonagency.com

Dr. Mercer 409 Joerschke Dr, Grass Valley (530) 272-9064

BEST Make-up Artist

Runner-Up Doug Becker, The Becker Insurance Agency 107 W. Main St, Ste B, Grass Valley (530) 274-3214

Runner-Up Dr. John Hagele 409 Joerschke Dr, Grass Valley (530) 272-3411

WINNER

Kendra Evans at VJ’s Salon and Day Spa 250 Colfax Ave, Grass Valley (530) 274-8257

Runner-Up M3 Mall 435 1/2 S Auburn St, Grass Valley (530) 205-8462 www.m3mall.biz, www.facebook.com/m3mall

THANK YOU NEVADA COUNTY FOR VOTING US

BEST PATIO DINING AGAIN FOR 2010

210 Main St., Nevada City VOTED BEST PATIO DINING FOUR YEARS IN A ROW

VOTED BEST BREAKFAST IN THREE COUNTIES

VOTED RUNNER-UP BEST LUNCH IN NEVADA COUNTY

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BEST Optometrist

BEST Photographer

Grass Valley Eye Care

Schaffer’s Photography

WINNER

670 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-6000 www.gveyecare.com Runner-Up Dr. Lisa Moon 360 Sierra College Dr. Grass Valley (530) 273-3190

BEST Orthodontist

WINNER

112 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 273-4106 Runner-Up Heather Henderson Grass Valley (530) 272-2316

BEST Physical Therapist

WINNER

WINNER

115 W Empire St, Grass Valley (530) 272-1981

565 Brunswick Road, #4, Grass Valley (530) 273-4152

Dan C Murphy, DDS

Runner-Up Dr. Linda Sheridan 262 South Auburn St, Grass Valley (530) 272-9661

BEST Painting Contractor WINNER

DWS Painting

332 Hill St, Grass Valley (530)272-8244 www.dwspainting.com Runner-Up Foothill Painting 653 B Maltman Dr, Grass Valley (530) 274-9168

Ivey Physical Therapy

Runner-Up Walter Abbey 104 Margaret Lane, Grass Valley (530) 273-7500

BEST Plumber WINNER

Mark Davis Plumbing Inc 12815 Colfax Hwy, Grass Valley (530) 272-7895

Runner-Up Mr. Rooter Plumbing 13058 Loma Rica Dr, Grass Valley (530) 274-4468

BEST Radio DJ WINNER

Tom Fitzsimmons KNCO Grass Valley (530)272-3424 www.knco.com Runner-Up George Rath KNCO Grass Valley (530)272-3424 www.knco.com

BEST Real Estate Agent WINNER

Mimi Simmons, ERA Cornerstone Realty Group

101 Boulder Street, Nevada City (530) 265-7940 www.mimisimmons.com

Runner-Up Pamela Morey, Coldwell Banker Grass Roots Realty 108 Union St, Nevada City (530) 913-7308 www.pamelamorey.com

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The company is owned and operated by local contractor Dean Serenbetz who has over 20 years experience in residential, commercial, interior, exterior, new construction, all re-paints, multi-family housing, cabinets, decks, and tenant improvement painting.

DWS Painting’s professionalism and expertise allows us to develop creative solutions to the cost challenging painting projects. We find the most efficient mean to complete your residential or commercial painting projects to save you time, money, and headaches. We offer planning, color consulting and coordinating, and knowledge on eco-friendly paints and color trends to all our clients.

DWS Painting ... A reputation for quality painting!

Thank you for voting us Best Painting Contractor for 2010.

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Our mission is to deliver the finest service available to our customers with skilled labor and offer competitive rates. We are professional, neat, clean, reliable, and prompt. No job is to big or too small!

Your home is your biggest investment and DWS Painting recognizes that so you can be sure even on the shortest notice that DWS Painting will perform as expected for as long as we are on the job.

Please feel free to contact us for any of your painting needs.You can reach us at 530-272-8244 or visit us on our website www.dwspainting.com.

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Profile: Best Real Estate Agent

Mimi Simmons, ERA Cornerstone 101 Boulder Street, Nevada City (530) 265-7940 www.mimisimmons.com

Every great team needs inspiration, motivation and a bit of risk.

After years of owning a real estate company, Mimi Simmons hand-picked the best business associates and created a real estate sales machine known as Team Simmons. Comprised of Mimi’s friends and associates, Holli Navo, Jodanna Bishop and Tammy Andreozzi, who have worked together for close to nine years, these four smart and savvy business women are the number one team for ERA Cornerstone Realty Group, which Mimi founded in 1992, as well as Nevada County.

A fifth-generation native of Nevada County, Mimi built ERA Cornerstone Realty Group up to four offices with 65 agents, and then made the decision in 2006 to give up the managing side and follow her passion for selling real estate. “I was able to create a fine-tuned operation with ‘the girls’ as I so fondly refer to my team,” she says.

Each member fulfills their duties which are well suited to each

one’s ability and personality. Holli is the Buyer’s agent for the team; “I really enjoy buyers and I get so much personal satisfaction working with them.” Mimi is a listing broker, yet still has a few clients from her 26-year career that she shows property to. Tammy is the team’s Transaction Coordinator or as she aptly refers to herself “the paper police.” And Jodanna describes her role as the Marketing Director, personal assistant, chief cook and bottle washer.

What makes these four ladies excel as a top producing team is that they are all cross-trained. “We work smarter, not harder,” says Simmons, “which is why we have been so successful in a challenged market.”

This tactic helped them achieve 52 sides in 2009 resulting in $16 million in sales, and 62 sides in 2010 resulting in over $18 million in sales. Not bad for a county with an average sales price of $293,000.

This new year started out with a bang as the team closed 15 sales in the first 10 weeks of the year totaling over $5 million.

“People see our enthusiasm, passion and personalized service,” says Mimi, “and they want to be part of the success, whether selling their home or buying one. With the new trend of real estate today, you can’t do all the marketing and paperwork as one agent – it is most efficient to have a team – especially a great team.”

— Excerpted from article written by Alysia Shivers, printed with permission.

THANK YOU NEVADA COUNTY SWIMMERS & HOT TUBBERS! BEST SWIMMING POOL & SUPPLY STORE

TIM THE TREE MAN Thank you to all our customers for voting us 2010 RUNNERUP “BEST TREE SERVICE”

Our Motto: To meet or exceed our clients’ expectations.

Tim Murphy

FULLY INSURED SCL #747387 PROMPT FREE ESTIMATES 24 HR. EMERGENCY SERVICE

BA, UC Berkeley Member International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist #960

(530) 265-6202

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BEST ATTORNEY

Law Office George A. Roberts 301 Broad Street Nevada City

265-3279 Practicing Bankruptcy Law Since 1980 Our staff will treat our clients with courtesy and respect during these difficult times. Our promise is to provide the most professional representation possible.

Part of our income supports Divine Spark, Living Well Health Center, Salvation Army, Nevada County Food Bank, Hospice of The Foothills, American Cancer Society, KVMR, Center for the Arts & Miners Foundry.

Being "the Best" would not be possible without the 20 years of support & dedication of my Legal Assistant, Vickie Frazer.

48 2010 Best of Nevada County

Profile: Best Lumberyard

Hills Flat Lumber Company 380 Railroad Ave, Grass Valley (530) 273-6171 www.hillsflat.com

The owners, family and staff at the Hills Flat Lumber Company in Grass Valley would like to thank everyone who voted in this year’s ‘Best Of’ Competition hosted by The Union. This year’s award marks 12 straight years that Hills Flat Lumber has earned the Best Lumberyard distinction, and what an honor it is!

The past few years have seen a lot of changes at Hills Flat Lumber. In 2008 we opened our new store location in Grass Valley which has allowed us to create new departments and expand a few existing ones. Appliances, Paint, Nursery, Rentals, even Outdoor Living furniture and accessories. All this and we still have all of the many traditional hardware items like Lumber, Tools and Building Supplies. Everything you need under one roof

BEST Stock Broker WINNER

Torrey Bowman, Edward Jones 120 N. Auburn St, Ste 110, Grass Valley (530) 274-3445 Runner-Up Matt Enright, Meyers Investment Group 360 Sierra College Dr, Grass Valley (530) 271-3000

BEST Teacher WINNER

Veronica Ten Eyck, Penn Valley Schools 14806 Pleasant Valley Road, Penn Valley (530) 432-7311

along with great customer service from a friendly, knowledgeable staff.

To show our appreciation Hills Flat Lumber would like to take a moment to cast our vote in the ‘Best Customers’ category.

When you’re in the lumber and hardware business you work with your customers all day, every day. You help them by answering their questions, help them to choose the right products and materials for their projects, even help them load their cars and trucks. In the 80+ years that Hills Flat Lumber has served Nevada County residents they have proven themselves to be worthy of a ‘Best Of’ award all their own. Best Customers, Best Community, Best Neighbors … take your pick because they all fit equally well. Nevada County residents deserve to be recognized for the great community supporters that they are. The Hills Flat Lumber staff loves working with their loyal customers and look forward to serving them again and again for many years to come.

So ‘Thank You’ Nevada County for recognizing Hills Flat Lumber again this year. Here’s to a prosperous and healthy 2011 for Nevada County and all of its award worthy residents.

— By Jeff Pardini, Hills Flat Lumber

Runner-Up Kathy Fedemeyer, Scotten Elementary School 10821 Squirrel Creek Road, Grass Valley (530) 273-6472

Runner-Up Sara Woerner 1345 Whispering Pines Ln. Grass Valley (530) 273-9344

BEST Veterinarian

BEST Wedding DJ

WINNER

Best Friends Animal Clinic 13895 Colfax Hwy, Grass Valley (530)272-2817 Runner-Up Susan Smith DVM 996 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley (530) 477-6863

BEST Volunteer

WINNER

DJ Bobby G (530) 615-1225 (office) (530) 615-1226 (cell) Runner-Up Rick Tracewell 15932 Tippy Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-7941

WINNER

Melisa Mistler Grass Valley (530) 205-8462 www.m3mall.biz, www.facebook.com/ m3mall

Hospice Gift & Thrift

“GREAT PRICES, GREAT, SELECTION, GREAT CAUSE”™

Furniture Pick-up and Delivery Auto Donations accepted

Voted 1744 Penn Valley Dr. BEST Penn Valley Thrift Stores (530) 432-7600

754 Zion St., Nevada City (530) 265-6500

Proceeds go to HOSPICE OF THE FOOTHILLS serving the terminally ill and their families 2010 Best of Nevada County 49

Thank you for voting Paint the Town Pink Nevada County’s “BEST Charitable Event” Over $55,000 raised for advancement in local breast cancer care

Nevada County’s Premier Womens Expo

K E E P YO U R E Y E OUT FOR NEW EVENTS HOSTED

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Help Us Paint The Town Pink Join The Union & Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital in a full evening of entertainment

5th Annual Paint The Town Pink

October 27, 2011 • 5-8:30pm

Nevada County Fairgrounds Main Building TICKETS AVAILABLE IN JUNE

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NEVADA COUNTY’S BEST SATELLITE DISH INSTALLER WITH THE BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE FOR THE LAST 30 YEARS

DON ADAMS A N T E N N A S AT E L L I T E S E RV I C E S 155 Joerschke Dr., Grass Valley • 274-3709 SERVING ALL MAKES & MODELS OF SATELLITES SINCE 1979

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