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FROM THE EDITOR Well hello there, November! We’re so happy you’ve arrived along with this gorgeous fall weather we’ve all been pining after. October played its games as usual, teasing us with cool morning breezes and leaving us sweating in 90 degree temperatures by lunchtime. As I see some lovely golden hues start to peek through the green leaves outside our office window, my excitement grows with all there is to look forward to this season. Food, family, friends, and the joy of reflecting on all we have to be thankful for. This month we indulge in the delicious tradition of stuffing ourselves far beyond satiety with our community cookbook — a tasty compilation of holiday season favorites collected from you fabulous foodies out there. We are endlessly grateful for all of the talent and creativity contained within our community, especially when it results in yummy new dishes to share! This month, we had the privilege this month of sitting down with a few of our area’s veterans and are proud to share their fascinating stories with you. We were honored to take your nominations for deserving veterans and recognize them as they deserve to be. You’re sure to be amazed by their experiences and reminded of how fortunate we are for the men and women — past, present, and future — who bravely serve our country. With the holiday season upon us and gift-giving on our minds, we’re excited to bring you part one of our holiday wish list. Full of goodies for both guys and gals alike, it’s impossible not to find something to love. We would like to say thank you to those who continue to shop local and support our community. The exceptional products and services offered in our area are certainly things we can be proud of. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Upgraded Living!
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NOVEMBER 2015
COMMUNITY
HOME & GARDEN
12 Ballet for all! North State Ballet offers exceptional instruction for dancers of every age
44 Coming home for the holidays is easy with these beautiful listings from your local realtors
14 Cool kids Sophie and Duncan keep the Beatle mania alive 16 Carolyn Carver brings out the confident public speaker in all of us 19 Local Spotlight: Artist Jake Early decorates Chico 22 Operation Christmas Child spreads holiday joy to little ones in need
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46 New Again Kitchen Remodeling presents House Call: A Foodie Paradise in Magalia 50 Give your bathroom a mini makeover that won’t break the bank with this month’s super simple DIY
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 73 Chico Theater Company keeps the
entertainment coming all season long!
42 The past, present, and future of the Veterans Memorial Hall
76 Two Sisters: Artists Pat Koszis and Kay
Wooldridge
78 A word from our friends at Downtown Chico Business Association
FEATURES
FOOD
63 We pay tribute to three local heroes 25 Crush 201: Find out what’s in store for
this Veterans Day
this downtown favorite 67 Gifty goodies: Part one of our Holiday 26 We share all of your favorite holiday
season recipes in our Community Cookbook
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27 One Mile Wines serves up a hearty fall
snack
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29 220 Restaurant leaves us drooling with
their recipe for panna cotta
HEALTH & BEAUTY 34 Acupuncture for carpal tunnel? Katrina Carney tells us all about it 36 Facials are your skin’s best friend! Megan Graham tells us why 39 Profile: Dr. Matt Murray 40 Bat those lashes! Get the full scoop on lash extensions in this month’s Beauty Q&A
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mirrors. Students in the program wear uniforms designed by American Ballet Theatre® and made in the United Kingdom. Each progressive level has an assigned color and style, which intertwines design with technique. Even the length of the attached skirt in the Children’s Program is taken into consideration. By Alyssa Worley While North State Ballet strives to provide the best At first glance, North State Ballet might appear to be a typical technical and artistic training available, they do so with ballet studio: pink slippers, hair in tightly wrapped buns, and the thought of each student on an individual basis. classical music playing in the background. But with Heather Laurel, also a pre- K through second grade teacher at The Wysong and Laurel Tennant at the teaching helm, this school of Progressive Schoolhouse, explains that, “You have to give children ballet challenges the ordinary. boundaries as well as things they are able to conquer. Ballet “School is the key word; it’s a training progression throughout gives them an opportunity, when done correctly, to challenge multiple levels. We have intentionally designed our curriculum themselves, grow, and develop the confidence they need to to encompass both physical and emotional development while succeed. While we are here to promote the art form and the instilling a strong foundation in technique and artistry,” says passion behind it, we are also here to teach students to achieve Heather. their own unique potential.” Heather and Laurel’s dedication to teaching students to dance “Ballet is uniquely able to blend discipline with fun, while also with creativity, confidence, and discipline comes from years developing social and creative skills,” says Heather. “It gives us so of being classically trained themselves. Both women grew up much joy to watch kids master new skills on a weekly basis. We training throughout northern California, and were later accepted can’t wait to watch their continued progression over the coming into multiple professional programs across the country. As their months and years.” professional aspirations gradually transitioned into teaching Both women are certified instructors in PrePrimary through careers, they remained friends and committed themselves to Level-3 of the ABT® National Training Curriculum. They have furthering their knowledge and training. plans to complete their training through Level-7 and Partnering “We both have a constant desire to better ourselves in our craft in the coming year. With classes available for ages two through and as teachers. The minute you think you know everything is adult, there is surely something for everyone. also the one you no longer belong in the field,” says Laurel. In addition to the pre-professional training they offer to all of Dreams of opening their own ballet school began to come their students, they are also the only studio in town with classes to fruition as private donors offered to fund their project. While catering specifically to boys. neither woman was willing to launch a school on her own, they As classes end each night, the students dash out of the studios were excited about the prospect of opening one together. When on tiptoe, giggling and talking among themselves. Watching Laurel returned to Chico after teaching at Boston Ballet School, their students find joy and success is one of the many things they sat down to process this very idea. that motivates Heather and Laurel to do what they do, class after A year-and-a-half later, dreams merged with reality and class. North State Ballet was born. The school boasts state -of- the- Keep your eyes open for a magically delightful North State art sprung flooring, custom handmade barres, and floor length Ballet surprise at this year’s Christmas Preview!
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For more information or to register for their program, visit their website at www.northstateballet.com, or call the studio at (530) 774-2364.
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Do Re Mi Fa So La Ti Do. These notes are more than simple song lyrics of one sensational soundtrack — these notes form the base of every song created. Every melody, every cadence, every symphony was inspired by the intricate arrangement of these seven simple notes. DO you have a special song that composes a memory? For me, one of the most marvelous memories I have of my childhood is sitting in the back of my dad’s big truck, singing “Yellow Submarine” at the top of my lungs. Whenever I hear that song, I remember a time when life was carefree and living in a yellow submarine was an adventure just waiting to happen. REwind to the year 2010. Two friends, Sophie Rogers-Davidson and Duncan Ober, connected over their love of The Beatles and began a radio show called Beatle Nation. Listeners were captivated within the first five minutes — the balance of sensational songs and the history behind The Beatles formed a duo that made for one brilliant radio show. Beatle Nation is on the radio station KZFR, which is a non-profit, community oriented broadcaster. Every other Wednesday, Sophie and Duncan met before the show to talk about the details of the upcoming segment. A MInimal time of thirty minutes before each show was set aside for last minute song selection and looking over the history of each song. During the first two years of the show, Sophie’s and Duncan’s parents worked the soundboard until the two were licensed to work it in 2012. From that moment on, less help was needed from the
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parents. Duncan worked the boards and Sophie answered calls from Beatles’ fans listening in. FAns and followers of the show supported Sophie and Duncan from the very beginning. “Everybody loves the show; we would get people who called in to say, ‘I’ve always listened to the show!’” Sophie stated. SO, why should people listen to Beatle Nation? “People should listen because it is a great show that is all kid programming,” Sophie says. “Also, it is awesome that it is in our community!” Duncan adds. Sophie and Duncan no longer volunteer for Beatle Nation; Sophie is now in Wisconsin for college and though Duncan is still in Chico for his senior year, they only ever wanted to work on this project together. LAtely, Beatle Nation is still continuing, but this time with a different team! The new voice of Beatle Nation includes Claire, Lucia and Harper. In the short time Claire has hosted the show, she has taught herself a lesson she can apply to her life forever. “I have learned that it’s okay to mess up on the air and it’s important to be more confident with what you do.” TIme — it is an important aspect of our lives as well as an important part of music. The tempo of a song indicates the emotion behind the artist’s piece. “Yellow Submarine” is a creative song with an upbeat tempo. Five years later singing the song, I see it in a whole new light. “As we live a life of ease / Everyone of us has all we need / Sky of blue and sea of green / In our yellow submarine.”
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Annabelle Pearl writes about cool kids each month and, at 16 years old, she is our youngest writer and quite the cool kid herself! Find Annabelle Pearl on Facebook to suggest cool kids you’d like to shine the spotlight on.
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Taking the EEK Out of Public Speaking By Aveed Khaki
Public speaking — the mere mention of the phrase likely results in sweaty palms and butterflies wreaking havoc on your stomach. You’re not alone. The idea of standing in front of a crowd of strangers, even one’s own peers, elicits a fear response unlike any other for the majority of our population. It is so feared, in fact, that surveys often find the fear of public speaking trumps the fear of heights, snakes, and even death. But is it the fear of speaking in front of a large audience that is truly to blame and is the fear insurmountable? Professional speaker and speaking coach, Carolyn Carver, thinks not. A United States Air Force brat, Carolyn called base home, regardless of where that base might have been. From Guam to Okinawa, Japan, to Upstate New York, Carolyn’s family bounced around the map in a haphazard fashion, wherever her father’s career took them. Difficult for most to adjust to such an erratic lifestyle, Carolyn thrived. The life of any social situation during her childhood, she was often instructed by her mother to “Shut up and sit down,” a command that she was often too busy talking to hear. After graduating high school, Carolyn joined the banking industry in northern California and rose through the ranks at Bank of Paradise, Sierra Central Credit Union, Wells Fargo and 16
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US Bank. She worked in banking for 17 years before her mother passed away. At the funeral, she remembered how her mother had a list of things she wanted to do but never ended up accomplishing. Determined to live every moment to the fullest, she decided to follow her dream and turn her lifelong love of public speaking into a career. For the next 10 years, she did just that. Traveling all over the world, Carolyn presented workshops for corporate giants, like Canon and Chiquita, on dealing effectively with unacceptable employee behavior, enhancing communication skills for women in the workplace, public speaking, and a variety of other professional topics. She returned to banking for the next 8 years, and in May of this year she returned to the career of professional speaking, where she plans to spend the rest of her working years. Carolyn also decided it was time to bring the lessons from the workshops she taught around the world and present them here in Chico. As one of her introductory quarterly workshops, Carolyn will host “Opportunity to Influence,” on November 18th at Canyon Oaks Country Club in Chico. The presentation teaches skills to help one operate from a position of respect, obtain goal-oriented results CONNECT
by modifying the life one leads, speak professionally, and delivers the tools to do it all effortlessly. In the two quarters to follow, she will present “Success When Communicating,” a workshop aimed at enhancing communication in the workplace and “Taking the Eek Out of Public Speaking,” a workshop based on her book that explores the root cause of the fear in public speaking and how to effectively manage it. The workshops run for approximately three hours and, based on the testimonials that back Carolyn, they’re sure to impress. The ability to deliver information effectively and professionally faceto-face, in a world now overrun by technology, is of utmost importance; Carolyn’s workshop series teaches attendees how to do just that. Take a moment to visit her website at www.CarolynJCarver.com for more information on these upcoming seminars and sign up to kiss those sweaty palms and butterflies goodbye once and for all. We’ll look forward to seeing you there!
For more information on Carolyn and her upcoming workshops, visit www.carolynjcarver.com/
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Local Spotlight:
JAKE EARLY By Alyssa Worley
On the sides of brick buildings,
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hanging in numerous shop windows and in corners that were previously unoccupied and lackluster, is the art of Jake Early. Born and raised in Chico, his upbringing involved riding his bike, playing soccer, and drawing. Always drawing. Unknowingly,
those
normal
activities
would shape his future career as an artist. “I don’t know when you start thinking about a job but I remember thinking when I was really young that I couldn’t do art for a job because it would be impossible. I did know that I would draw no matter what for fun,” Early says. Coming to the conclusion that he probably wouldn’t end up a professional soccer player no matter how much he kicked the ball around, Early went to Chico State for nearly two years in hopes that a focus of study would jump out. Nothing did. One day, while walking down the pathway between Ayres Hall and Bidwell Presbyterian Church, a sign appeared. Literally. “I saw a flyer in one of the windows
program was retiring and it was the last
about. I said, ‘sign me up.’”
advertising a major called Illustration
semester the class was offered. He told
It wasn’t quite as easy as that. Early
Design. It physically stopped me dead in
Jake that graphic design might be a good
had to take two or three semesters just
my tracks. I realized I could graduate from
alternative and that he should go talk to
to get the prerequisite classes necessary
school with a degree in drawing. I could
that department. Following his intuition,
to create a portfolio. Once the portfolio
hear angels signing. I knew that was it,”
he walked into the graphic design office
was created, he presented it to a panel of
remembers Jake.
and was greeted by a familiar face. “Greg
professors and guest judges. Out of 60
Pursuing the sign’s information, he went
Barryman was sitting there. He was always
people, Jake was one of 13 to make it into
to the advertised advisor to find out more.
at my basketball games in high school and
the program.
Unfortunately, the instructor running the
I knew him from around town,” Early says.
“In the meantime I’d kinda made plans
“He explained what graphic design is all
to go to Europe. I got into the graphic 19
design program and was super stoked,
two blocks down from the Chico State
helped remodel houses around town to
but I had to go meet with them because I
Library, near the train tracks. A famous
make ends meet until it was time to go.
didn’t know if this [travel plans] would ruin
old building, Jake shared the space with
“I got sick of waiting, so I drove to
everything. I was planning on spending
two popular bars. As the business began
Detroit to wait and then didn’t get in. I
the next semester in Spain.” Thankfully,
getting its feet under itself, a terrible event
also got rejected from North Carolina.”
his spot was saved for the semester after
changed everything. In 1996, the entire
Eventually, Early got waitlisted at RISD, his
he got back. Jake spent almost an entire
building was completely burned by an
priority school. They told him he might get
year drawing every day, learning Spanish,
arsonist. “Everything was unbelievably
in during the current semester but it likely
and taking classes at the University of Fine
gone. Both bars had kegs exploding inside
wouldn’t be till the next. Not committed
Arts in the city he lived. “That period of
and one of the firemen fell through the
to waiting an entire year to begin school,
time changed my life. When I got back,
floor to the basement. Nobody was hurt
Jake rejected their offer. He remodeled a
global scene as far as anti-Vietnam type
badly and the kid who did it was arrested.
house in Detroit to get money and began
stuff. My aunts knew her pretty well.”
It kind of ruined everybody one way or
his drive back home. While crashing one
Taking class from Corita Kent and having
another.” The building is a parking lot now.
night with a friend in Utah, Jake’s parents
many pieces of her work on display,
After that, Jake decided it was the
called. “You have to come home now!
Jake’s aunts unknowingly familiarized
perfect time for a change and that he
There’s a job for a graphic designer at
their nephew to his future passion.
would go back to school. He applied for
Enloe and the application is due tonight,”
After graduation, Jake opened his own
grad school in Detroit, North Carolina and
they said. “I thought, that sounds boring.
screenprint and graphic design business
at the Rhode Island School of Design. He
So I talked with my friend and he was like
school was the easiest thing I’d ever done. The graphic design program takes two years but it felt like a couple weeks.” Realizing he could make art for a living and do it forever was a turning point. After returning broke from Spain, Jake worked at Media Screen Print, one of the first screen print shops in Chico, and owned by the current owners of Bird in Hand. They started Media Screen Print in 1971 and then about 15 years down the road opened Bird in Hand. Creating t-shirts and posters, Jake’s entry into the job was his first in working hands-on with screen printing, although he was familiar with the art form. “I grew up surrounded by screen printed art. My mom is from a big Catholic family. She and her sisters went to a Catholic high school in Hollywood and an art teacher there in the 60’s was a world famous
artist.
She
screen
printed these social activist type posters and was on the
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‘it’s pretty cool having a job. Just go for it,”
want the next 7 in the series and I want to
remembers Jake.
sell them.’ That’s how it started.”
Having spent much of his free time drawing or mountain biking in Upper Park,
So he did. Leaving immediately, Jake
Staring up at the massive water towers
the second print was of the park. He then
arrived in Chico at 7 am the next morning.
on 3rd and Orient, I can see why they
paid tribute to his childhood park, Caper
“I had to borrow clothes from my sister’s
Acres, where he saw an old slide from the
boyfriend. I didn’t have anything clean or
wood chipped play area lying in a pile in
respectable to wear.” He turned in the
the city scrap yard. He had also begun
application that day and got an interview
working on drawing the cattle from
two days later.
Sierra Nevada. It was about this time that
“They hired me and it changed my life.
Chico Paper Co. got involved. 2003 was a
I was 28, with health benefits, working 9-5
defining year for Jake’s career. He finished
doing graphic design.”
10 pieces focused on local scenes and
For the job, Jake did everything you
started his next series focused on Upper
can imagine for a hospital: brochures,
Bidwell Park’s centennial anniversary.
advertising, business cards, design for
“It was at this point that my prints
any of the 18 magazines Enloe published
were selling out fast. After about a year
or contributed to, designing ambulance
of working at Enloe and doing prints, I felt
and helicopter paint, all while shooting
safe enough to quit in 2005 and do the
most of the photography for his work.
printing full time.”
It took about a year before he started to
Twenty pieces centered on images
really miss screen printing.
from Highway 1, Oregon to Mexico; and
As purely nothing more than a hobby,
then a series in Santa Barbara inspired by
Jake built his own screen press in the
where his wife grew up, Jake now loves
garage of his home. “I didn’t know how to
his work as much as he ever has.
use one, let alone build one, but my friend
“I feel like I haven’t worked a day since
taught me to weld and then I got my uncle
starting. I’ll be out in the studio till 2 am
to help me make a part I thought would
might be landmarks to a young boy. Jake
killing myself to make prints and I love
make the press better.” A year of tinkering,
Early’s art starts with these towers, both
every second.”
and the press was deemed usable. On St.
figuratively and literally.
With work on almost every continent
Patrick’s Day, a friend came over to Jake’s
The very first piece he completed,
and every state in our country, there is
house. “He was plastered. Green. But he
and the initial reason he built his screen
a quality in Jake’s work that triggers the
met me and it totally worked.” In those
printing press, was a print of the water
comfort of home for many people. Each
early days, Jake made one original print
towers. “I remember very clearly being 7
print is a small piece of a place that people
every six months and 100 copies of each
or 8 years old and getting frustrated that I
can take with them no matter where they
of those individual prints, never selling a
couldn’t draw human hands very well. My
live. “I’m proud of Chico and proud to be
single one.
other two best friends at the time loved to
from Chico. It will always be home,” ends
“One of the things I did was take care
draw so all our parents got together and
Jake. We thank him for giving us a sense
of the hospital artwork and Chico Framing
got a Chico State student who tutored
of home any time we look at his work.
Co. did all the framing for that. I was the
us in art.” At their age,
go between. One day they called me
they didn’t know streets
and Janna, the previous owner, said, ‘I’m
by name but they did
looking at a screen print of water towers
recognize the way to their
with your name on the bottom.’ She goes
tutor’s house downtown
‘What is this? I need to know what this
by what they saw.
is all about.’” Jake explained his hobby.
“The
only
way
we
Janna went on to say, “Somebody wants it
could really get there was
and they want to frame it.” He explained,
to follow the water towers.
“I’ve done three and have 100 of each. I
They are cool to look at,
do this for fun in my garage. I don’t have
cool in what they do and
a plan.” She was totally stoked. Janna told
sentimental because they
him, ‘I want everything you have and I
connect me to my art.” 21
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never seen anything like Operation: Christmas Child,” said Snow. Shoebox items are generally split by necessity, an age appropriate toy or other appreciated items and a booklet known as the “Greatest Gift,” which contains a Christian message along with a copy of the New Testament in the child’s language. Snow also suggested an additional item. “The most powerful thing you can put in that box is prayer and a picture of you, because those kids want to know who sent it,” Snow said. For those who would like to donate but are strapped for time, the organization’s website offers a box builder that allows you to custom pack a box or have one automatically packed. Each option costs only $25. Tips for packing your shoebox are also available. Donors can track their shoebox using the shipping code that is emailed to them. This is an easy way to find out where your package made its way in the world. The organization, which was founded by Franklin Graham in 1993, has sent 124 million boxes to more than 150 countries worldwide.
If you’d like to get involved, go online at samaritanspurse.org to find a dropbox near you.
PHOTO COURTESY OF SAMARITAN’S PURSE
A map of the world, covered in labels of names and countries, sprawls across the wall of Calvary Chapel. Each represents an area in which shoeboxes full of supplies and toys make their way to the doorstep of a child in need. Calvary Chapel, which usually has a goal of 6,000 shoeboxes a year, is not only a drop-off spot for the donations, it is the last stop in Butte County before the packages begin their journey. This makes November a particularly busy time of year for Steve Snow, a man who has dedicated much of his time to Operation: Christmas Child. “That shoebox is a simple gift to anyone we know but to a kid in a third world country, they may have never received a gift in their life,” Snow said. Before retiring, Snow used his skills from working at AT&T to travel the world putting telephone lines in countries that could not afford to put them in themselves. Because of him, families can stay connected in places that previously didn’t have that as an option. After seeing the impressive amount of work put into the charity, Snow became a coordinator in 2006. “I put telephones in unfortunate countries all over the world, but I’d
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Crushing it. We’ve had a bit of a kindred connection with Crush, in Downtown Chico, for some time now. We launched Upgraded Living a few months before Crush opened its doors back in 2007, it has been home to our Christmas parties, the stage for a number of our photo shoots, and happened to set its happy hour to start just minutes after we lock up for the day. Coincidence? We’ve been too busy enjoying it to find out. In December, Crush will celebrate its eighth anniversary, and although there are so many surface-level reasons for us to be delighted to celebrate it with them, it’s the lesser known innerworkings of the business that excite us the most. Over the past eight years, Crush has gone through a wealth of changes. Everything from staff to management has changed; the menus and layout too. The major thing that has remained consistent though, aside from the delicious food and atmosphere, is their unwavering belief in the importance of a charming, safe, and successful Downtown Chico. Their continued investment in the restaurant and the
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downtown area proves this. Whether it be their sizable contributions to the beautification and security of the downtown area, providing after-school programs for the nearby Boys & Girls Club, or participating in events that drive traffic into the heart of Chico, their commitment to our town is clear. With over 60 employees, they’re also one of the bigger employers in our area. With no plans to sit still, Crush will soon undergo another major renovation. With Chef Antonio Lieberum at the helm of the kitchen and Felton Price managing front of house, Crush is looking to raise the bar once again for customer service, promising to usher in a new experience designed specifically around the feedback they’ve received from their customers. To add to the offerings, the restaurant will also build a new set of upscale restrooms on the top floor. With the diverse clientele that Crush caters to on a nightly basis, it has always been a wonder as to how they are able to satisfy the range of patrons who visit. Speaking with the owners, it’s clear that making sure each person
leaves happy is of utmost importance to them, and it’s no small feat either. From bachelorette parties, to senior citizens, and every facet in between, the staff and restaurant balance each one’s expectations night-in and night-out. Whether it be music, atmosphere, food, or service, the level of thought and care that goes into making sure that each visitor’s experience is exemplary, is truly impressive. With all that Crush has accomplished over the previous eight years, we can’t wait to see what the next set of anniversaries will bring. We’re honored to have them as a neighbor in Downtown Chico and look forward to seeing what upcoming accomplishments await them. Make sure to visit them this Thanksgiving for a dining experience that has proved itself year-over-year to be an absolute delight. Ditch the dishes, and hours spent prepping the house and kitchen, for a full-service Thanksgiving with family and friends. Seating is limited so call today to make reservations. We’ll look forward to seeing you there!
Connect: Visit Crush on the second floor at 201 Broadway Street in Downtown Chico. Crush can be reached for reservations by phone at (530) 342-7000.
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2015 Y T I N U M M CO K O O B K O O C Scalloped Corn (a hearty classic!)
From the Kitchen of Melissa T
Ingredients 4 cans creamed corn 2 cans drained whole kernel corn 1 medium onion, chopped
Directions Grease a large casserole dish. Preheat oven to 375 °F. Mix all ingredients except butter in a separate bowl then transfer to casserole dish. Take butter cubes and sink throughout the corn. Bake for 1hr 30 min to 1hr 45 min until golden brown on top. Serves 10-12 people.
8 eggs, beaten 2 lines saltine crackers, crushed 1 stick of butter diced into small squares 1/2 cup milk Salt/Pepper to taste
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(French Beef Stew with Red Wine) From the Kitchen of Amanda P
Ingredients 3 lb stew beef, cut into 1 inch cubes 1 (750-ml) bottle Cote du Rhone Salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 sprigs fresh thyme 2 bay leaves 3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch slices 1 orange, fruit removed and zested 1 large onion, peeled and cut into rings 2 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced Olive oil 1 6-oz can tomato paste 3 1/2 oz. pitted black olives 26
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Directions Season meat with salt and pepper on all sides. Place meat in a big bowl with wine, thyme, bay leaves, carrots, orange and zest, onion, and garlic. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 12 hours, and preferably 24 hours. Heat some olive oil over medium heat in a large stockpot. Remove the meat from the marinade and brown the pieces in the oil on all sides. Pour the marinade (including the oranges, bay leaves, etc.) over the meat and bring to a boil. Boil for 5 minutes, skimming any foam from the surface. Lower the heat to a simmer, stir in the tomato paste, and add 4 1/2 c. water. Cover, and let stew on low heat for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally. 15 minutes before the stew is ready, add the pitted olives. Let cook for 15 minutes on medium heat without the lid to thicken the stew. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta. Serves 8.
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Baked Brie & Orange Drop Cappuccino Brie Ingredients: 1 wedge of brie cheese ¼ cup pine nuts ½ cup Morse Farms mandarin marmalade ½ sourdough baguette
Orange Drop Cappuccino Ingredients: 2 dark chocolate squares 1 small pour of orange syrup ½ cup breve (steamed half-and-half) 2 fresh shots of espresso
Instructions: Cut a wedge of brie in half, layer with roasted pine nuts and Morse Farms mandarin marmalade. Bake for 5 minutes at 350 °F. Top with pine nuts. Brush cut baguette with olive oil, broil or use a panini press to toast lightly. Served with insalata mista...organic greens tossed in lemon, olive oil, salt and pepper.
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Shave one square of dark chocolate into cup. Add one small pour of orange syrup and two fresh shots of espresso. Stir. Combine with steamed breve. Top with foam and the second square of dark chocolate shavings. Brie paired with Rutherford Ranch Sauvignon Blanc from the Napa Valley. Fresh flavors of grapefruit, fig and mango with a crisp and clean finish. The citrus characteristics accompany the brie cheese and mandarin flavor well.
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Frosted Eggnog Cookies From the Kitchen of Karli N
Ingredients 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg, plus more for topping 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 3/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar 2 large egg yolks 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp rum extract 1/2 cup eggnog
Directions Preheat oven to 350 °F. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg and cinnamon for 30 seconds, set aside. In the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, whip together butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar until pale and fluffy. Mix in egg yolks one at a time, blending just until combined after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract, rum extract and egg nog. With mixer set on low speed, slowly add in dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Scoop dough out by the heaping tablespoonfuls and drop onto Silpat or parchment paper lined baking sheets, spacing cookies 2-inches apart. Bake in preheated oven 11 - 13 minutes. Allow to rest on baking sheet several minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool. Cool completely then frost with Eggnog Frosting and sprinkle tops lightly with nutmeg. For the Eggnog Frosting: In the bowl of an electric stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, whip butter until very pale and fluffy. Add in rum extract and 3 Tbsp eggnog and mix in powdered sugar. Add additional eggnog to reach desired consistency.
Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
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From the Kitchen of Christie K
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1 pound bag baby carrots ¼ cup butter 2 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp ground cinnamon ¼ tsp coarse sea salt Dried parsley flakes, for garnish
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Directions Add carrots to a medium saucepan and add just enough water to cover the carrots by 1 inch. Turn heat to medium high and bring to a boil, cooking the carrots until fork tender, about 15 minutes total. Drain the carrots and set aside. Stir together the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and sea salt in the same sauce pan over medium low heat until melted and combined. Return the carrots to the pan and stir to coat. Continue cooking for 5 minutes, stirring often, until the glaze is thick and syrupy. Serve hot, topped with parsley flakes if desired.
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Panna Cotta Ingredients: ½ cup milk 1 ½ Tsp gelatin bloomed in ¼ cup cold water 1 ½ cups heavy cream
3 tbsp espresso powder ¼ cup sugar Tsp gelatin Pinch of salt
Instructions: Scald the milk and ½ cup of cream in a saucepan. Add espresso powder and sugar and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Add bloomed gelatin and stir to dissolve. Add the remaining cream. Pour the mixture in a mold and cover with plastic. Refrigerate overnight.
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Curry Butternut Squash Soup From the Kitchen of Lisa W
Ingredients 1 4-pound butternut squash, cut in half lengthwise and seeds scooped out 3 tbsp avocado oil or coconut oil 2 large onions, diced 2 tbsp curry powder 2 tbsp lemon juice 6 cups no-chicken or reduced-sodium chicken broth 1 tsp salt Freshly ground pepper to taste 1 14-ounce can light coconut milk cilantro for garnish
Directions Preheat oven to 350 °F. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Lay squash, cut-side down on the parchment and bake until flesh is very tender, about 1 hour. Turn cut side up and cool until cool enough to handle. Heat oil in a large heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring often until starting to brown, reducing heat as necessary to prevent scorching, about 6 to 10 minutes. Add spice, and stir to coat. Cook while stirring until fragrant but not dark, about 30 to 90 seconds. Stir in lemon juice. Add broth, salt and pepper and increase heat to high to bring the soup to a simmer. Scoop the flesh from the squash and discard the skin. Break into large chunks and add the squash flesh to the soup. Return to a simmer, reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally until the onions are tender and the squash is completely falling apart, about 10 minutes. Add coconut milk to the soup, and stir to combine. Puree the soup in the blender in batches or with an immersion blender. Gently heat without boiling.
Chocolate Orange Scones (a brunch time treat!) From the Kitchen of Lori H
Ingredients 1 ½ cups Buttermilk pancake mix ¾ cup heavy whipping cream 2-3 tsp orange zest 2 milk chocolate candy bars
Directions In a small bowl, combine the pancake mix, cream and orange peel. Turn only a floured surface. Knead six times then knead in the chocolate. Pat dough into a nine inch circle. Cut into eight wedges. Separate and place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400 °F for 9-11 minutes. 30
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The Power of Gratitude by Dana Grant
Dana’s Easy Guilt-Free Cornish Game Hen with Curried Cauliflower Cornish Game Hen: 1 cornish game hen Fresh ground peppercorn Pinch sea salt 1 tsp ghee ¼ cup low sodium organic chicken broth
Curried Cauliflower: 1 head cauliflower 2 tsp curry powder Pinch sea salt Pinch black pepper 2 sprigs parsley 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions: Preheat oven to 450 °F. Rub cornish game hen with ghee and sprinkle on sea salt and peppercorn. Roast in baking dish for 20 minutes. Turn oven down to 350 °F, and pour chicken broth into cavity and on top. Allow hen to cook for an extra 25 minutes. Baste every ten minutes until juice runs clear. Let cool, cut in half, pull skin back and enjoy the tender moistened meat! Separate culiflower head into florets and place on baking sheet. Toss with olive oil, then sprinkle on curry powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Roast at 425 °F for ten minutes. Check and flip florets. Allow to brown before removing. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with cornish game hen.
› My own transformation I didn’t start out as a life or healthcoach. As a highpowered federal lobbyist, my schedule was nothing short of demanding. Habitually dehydrated, and without proper nutrition, I quickly slid down a slope of unhealthy habits. As a result of my health choices, migraines became a natural part of my everyday life and disabled me from working or completing any daily activities. I started on the program that I now coach to lose weight myself, and through it found the health and wellness that I was so desparately seeking as well as the gratitude for what I had. Coaching is my way of paying that gift forward and helping others to experience the same gift of wellness that I received.
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Contrary to popular belief, gratitude is more than throwing a quick “thank you” over your shoulder to your barista in the morning. Gratitude, through all of our commercialized holidays, has been watered down by our consumerism. During the holiday season, it seems like what we’re most grateful for is new, materialistic items, when we should be focusing our appreciation on things that cannot be bought; family, friends, and health (and, let’s be real here, food). It is not what you physically take away from the holidays, i.e. those new kicks you’ve been wanting forever, but what you take away spiritually. The most important things, family, friends, and health,, happen to be the most fragile and fleeting things in our life; so everyone take a moment this season to appreciate the people in your life and grow a little more in your own spirituality everyday. Dana Grant is a life and health coach in Chico, California. Visit her website at www.danagrantcoaching.com or contact her directly at (530) 228-6987. 31
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In The Right Light By Jake Hutchison Photos by Michelle Camy
Accidentally inheriting the family business might not be the conventional way to carry the torch, but Adam Wolfe not only carried on the company his grandfather founded, he made the business his family. In 1948, Virgil Wolfe used his knack for electronics to found Wolfe Electric. Though the location of of the store changed, Virgil’s ambition didn’t. He continued serving the community before putting the company in the hands of Adam’s father, Brad in 1975. Brad Wolfe eventually moved to Idaho to open up another branch of Wolfe Electric. When Adam returned to help out at the store, Brad was preparing his next venture. Though Adam may not have planned to fully take over, there’s no doubt he was the right man for the job, as he helped the company grow by assisting Butte and surrounding counties with lighting and electrical needs. He settled into owning the business in 2008 when the economy took a harsh turn, an event that would truly test him. “It was scary,” Wolfe said, “It’s been a hard road. Had a few times of making it and breaking it. Seeing the team working so hard really got me through it.” After taking on intense jobs and working nonstop, Wolfe Electric pulled itself out of the recession, stronger than ever. Wolfe even had the opportunity to add to his growing team. “I really like working in the family business and having employees that work hard and are passionate about what they do,” Wolfe said. “We all treat it as a family here and everybody cares about everybody. As big as we’re getting lately, they are still just as personable and want to help each other out.” CONNECT
Despite the company’s expansion, Wolfe hasn’t slowed down. Among the hundreds of lights in his everglowing showroom is the bulb above his head when figuring out solutions to challenges. “I really get into the planning stages of jobs. It feels great when somebody comes to me with plans and asks ‘What would you do?’” Wolfe is particularly excited about the company’s move downtown. The new location will be 127 Main Street, formerly Dolce Home & Design. This is one if the large ways he is continuing the Wolfe legacy. “We’ve been wanting a more specialized showroom,” he said. “Where you can get the kind of design and education on the lighting. We want people to walk in and say ‘Wow, I didn’t even know you could do that with light.’” He is very aware of the art scene downtown is known for, another major reason for the move. His lighting work for Idea Fab Labs made him realize just how useful he could be to local artists, and being right in the middle of it could make that connection stronger, offering electronic parts and supplies for all purposes. “I want to get local artists and designers to come here and be customers,” he said. Though technology, location and size has changed since Virgil’s time, the service hasn’t. Quality and hard work are still the driving aspirations of Wolfe Electric, while a tight-knit staff of professional electricians ensure the customer is taken care of. From finding the perfect lighting to laborious wiring jobs, Wolfe Electric will keep your home or office shining.
For more information on Wolfe Electric, visit their website at www.wolfeelectric.net, or call them at (530) 345-2800.
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Fight Carpal Tunnel with Acupuncture
Do you experience wrist pain? Numbness or tingling that expands into your thumb and first two fingers? Is this sensation worse after a long day at the office working on the computer? You might be experiencing carpal tunnel. Acupuncture can help alleviate pain and tingling associated with carpal tunnel. Acupuncture is one type of healing modality within Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that is has been around for over 2,000 years. TCM believes that any form of illness, pain or discomfort is due to an imbalance somewhere in the body, creating blocks, similar to a kink in a hose. These imbalances, or blocks, disrupt the flow of qi (pronounced chee). Qi is the energy within us that flows in channels or pathways, called meridians, which keep our bodies healthy and functioning properly. Acupuncture uses hair-thin needles to stimulate specific areas of the body to remove blocks so qi flows smoothly once again. Carpal tunnel pain is most commonly felt in the wrists, thumb, and first two fingers. People typically experience tingling or numbness in these fingers, but a constant dull achy or sharp, shooting pain can occur. Acupuncture looks at the body as a whole, and while the pain is in one spot, the root of the issue may be in another area. In the case of carpal tunnel we look at the neck and spine for proper posture and alignment. Sitting at a desk working on the computer for long periods of time causes the body to hunch over
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and creates blocks in the channels that traverse the shoulders and extend along the arms. The muscles also become tight and stiff when we don’t move or stretch throughout the day. Misalignment and stiff muscles can pinch nerves and cause shooting pains into the arms. Acupuncture can open those channels and relax the muscles to increase the flow of blood and qi. The combination of electrical stimulation and acupuncture can help improve nerve function by restoring the electrical impulses that have been disrupted by poor posture, misalignment, or tight muscles. Movement is key! When we sit still for long periods of time our body slows down. In addition, the qi and blood in our bodies slow and begin to accumulate in small spaces creating blocks that manifest as pain. It is important to move periodically throughout the day. Remember to take a couple 5-10 minute breaks each day to walk around and stretch your muscles. Katrina Carney is a licensed acupuncturist at Golden Key Spa in Chico. She has experience in treating a variety of medical conditions including anxiety and stress, chronic pain, and facial acupuncture.
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WOMEN’S HEALTH
The 5-Step Facial that Truly Benefits Your Skin! 1. Cleansing - The first step in a facial routine is to deeply cleanse the skin with a gentle cleanser. This will remove any makeup and impurities on your skin. It is extremely important to clean off your makeup every night to allow your skin to naturally repair itself. Once your skin is cleansed, it will allow for the rest of the steps in the facial treatment to work much more effectively. 2. Exfoliation - Is your skin looking dull? Does it feel rough and are your pores congested? Then the exfoliating step in your facial will be a game-changer. Exfoliating removes dead skin cells, which softens the skin and improves tone and texture. After exfoliating, your skin will be renewed and ready to absorb the products in the rest of the treatment. 3. Massage - Did you know that you will receive massage to your face, décolleté, shoulders, neck, as well as hands and arms during a typical facial? Sometimes even your feet! Not only are you treating your skin to a proper skincare treatment during a facial, you are also relaxing your body and mind. In addition to relaxation, massage stimulates blood and lymph circulation (flushes toxins), improves muscle tone, reduces puffiness and sinus congestion, relieves tension and improves physical and mental wellbeing. 4. Mask - Your esthetician will apply a mask to your face and neck according to your skin’s needs. Masks can provide hydration, deep cleansing, calming, as
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well as tightening and toning. Multiple masks can be used on different areas of your skin, depending on different needs. Often, skin can be oily in the “T-Zone” (forehead, nose, and chin), while cheeks can tend to be dry. If this is the case, your esthetician will apply your mask accordingly. Once the mask has been applied, you will enjoy a massage of the hands, arms and/or feet. 5. Sunscreen & Moisturizer - There are two types of hydration your skin needs — water and oil. It is highly likely that you are in need of one or the other (or both). You can have oily skin, yet be dehydrated (lacking water in the skin). To prevent dehydration in the skin, drink plenty of water each day and apply a moisturizer with humectants such as hyaluronic acid or aloe vera. If your skin is dry (lacking oil), use a moisturizer with oils in it or substitute moisturizer at night for an oil such as argan oil. During a facial, your esthetician will discuss your skin type, which will determine the type of product they choose to hydrate your skin. Of course your facial will be finished off with an application of sunscreen to protect your now fresh glowing skin. Megan Graham is a licensed esthetician and makeup artists at Golden Key Spa. She is passionate about giving facials that relax the mind and body and transform her clients’ skin.
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Shedding Some Light on Light Treatments! by Dr. Vimali Paul
Aesthetic professionals have been using broad spectrum light for years to safely and effectively treat a wide range of skin conditions. Vascular lesions, rosacea, broken capillaries, and other discolorations from photo-aging can be treated using IPL (Intense Pulsed Light). This is a non-invasive, safe, fast, and relatively painless way to treat and reduce the signs of aging, including wrinkles and fine lines. The short wavelength light is absorbed into the target areas without damaging healthy tissues. It selectively heats and closes down the red capillaries that can be seen through the skin by providing pulses of uniform energy density to the affected area. For brown spots, the light energy disperses the melanin into fragments, which are then expelled. As for the healing time, the skin will appear slightly more red after treatment, but this resolves quickly. When treating brown spots, they will generally look darker and slightly rough for 3-7 days, then they slough away naturally. A series of 3-5 treatments is recommended for optimum results, however, improvement is apparent after a single treatment. To keep and protect your results, sunscreen with SPF 30 to 50 should be applied daily. The ideal time for this procedure is fall or winter, as it may make the skin feel hot, like having a mild sunburn. IPL can be done year-round, but cooler weather is better from a comfort standpoint. If red or brown spots are a concern for you, make an appointment for a free consultation at the Derm Bar Med-Spa (530) 342-2672.
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Dr. Matthew Murray Originally from Redlands, California, Dr. Matthew Murray knew he wanted to go into the medical field from a young age, though he wasn’t quite sure what aspect of medicine spoke to him the most. His father, an OB (obstetrics) doctor had been in the field for some time, and although the work he did on a daily basis was fascinating, Matthew didn’t find it to be his calling. It wasn’t until he left home for college in northern California that he discovered what suited him best. While visiting a number of medical and dental offices nearby, he noticed how doctors and dentists each interacted with their patients and helped them in different ways. He loved various aspects of each profession, and the experience inspired him to study oral and maxillofacial surgery. Dr. Murray returned to southern California after college and graduated from both dental and medical CONNECT
school at Loma Linda University specializing in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Determined to excel within his field and provide a larger breadth of services for future patients, he studied cosmetic surgery in Rancho Cucamonga and, after finishing his training in 2012, decided it was time to start a practice of his own. After visiting Chico a number of times during his college career, and falling in love with the area like so many before him, he figured it would be the perfect place to start his practice and raise his family. He began scouring the area for local practices that aligned with his concept and met Dr. Brownridge, a well-known oral and maxillofacial surgeon with a 21 year old practice in the Chico area and 35 years of experience in the field. The two clicked instantly and Dr. Murray joined Dr. Brownridge’s practice, adding cosmetic surgery to the list of offered services. This July, Dr. Murray purchased the practice in the city he now calls home. As the only board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon in Chico with a dental and medical degree, as well as a completed fellowship in cosmetic surgery, Dr. Murray is a difficult act to follow. He offers patients a full range of services in oral, maxillofacial, and cosmetic facial surgery. From wisdom tooth extractions, dental implants, bone grafting, and jaw surgery to botox, facial fillers, face lifts, rhinoplasty, liposuction, and facial implants, Dr. Murray’s practice handles it all. With surgical privileges held at both Enloe and Skyway Surgical Center, there is no procedure too large or complex for his team. The practice has grown significantly since Dr. Murray came on board, and he is excited for the direction it’s headed. With plans to further expand the cosmetic side of his business, Dr. Murray is looking forward to providing new services and products to the community. Alongside his local business, he has participated in several volunteer dental and medical mission trips to Mexico, Fiji, Vietnam, Belize, and the Galapagos Islands to help those in need. While not at work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, cycling, and experiencing all that the Chico area has to offer. Whether you’re in need of oral surgery, cosmetic surgery, or are just in need of a second opinion, Dr. Murray’s office is here to help. Call them today! Dr. Murray’s office is open Monday through Thursday from 8am-5pm and 8am-2pm on Friday. The office is located at 2525 Ceanothus Avenue, near Pleasant Valley High School in Chico. They can be reached by phone at 530-343-1685 or online at ChicoOralFacialSurgery.com.
For more information on Dr. Murray’s practice, or to schedule an appointment, call his office at (530) 343-1685 or visit ChicoOralFacialSurgery.com.
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EYELASH EXTENSIONS
Q: What are eyelash extensions? A: Lash extensions are a synthetic material that enhance your natural lashes by adding length and volume. They not only come in black, but every color possible for the adventurous ones! Your professional technician will discuss options with you and decide what will look best. Extensions also come in several different curls. Some are simple and natural while others are more dramatic. The final call will be from your lash technician who will make sure that they will be the healthiest for your natural lashes, so no premature loss occurs.
or more natural lashes. This will actually pull out your lashes and thin your lash line. If your lashes are clumped, have them removed immediately to prevent permanent damage.
Q: How are eyelash extensions attached? A: A professional eyelash technician will very carefully isolate your natural lash with a fine pointed tool so that the extension can be attached cleanly. This may seem easy, but it takes a lot of practice and dedication to perfect the skill. Having a lash technician who can achieve this vital skill is very important.
Q: How do I maintain my lashes? A: After a full lash set is applied, you will need to come back every 2-4 weeks for what is called a “lash fill.” If you don’t get your lashes filled at least once every month, you must get a new “full set” rather than fills, which is the most expensive way to maintain your lashes. They are easy to clean as long as you stay totally away from oil based products, which will break down the glue and cause them to fall off. I would recommend using a product that your tech provides or use something as gentle as oil free baby shampoo. Do not rub, twist, or pull extensions! In fact, try not to touch them at all, but brush them up-and-out daily. If you want them to be removed, do NOT pick them off! This is very harmful to your natural lashes. Just ask your lash artist for a removal, she will have the proper product to break down the bond in a safe way.
Q: How do I know if my lash technician is applying my lashes correctly? A: First, you will be able to see their work and decide if you like it or not. But most important is what you feel. If they itch, burn, hurt in any way, feel like your lash line is being poked, or they feel too heavy, talk with your lash tech about the issue. Also another important thing to look for is clumps. Clumps are caused when the tech does not isolate the natural lash, but instead attaches an extension to two
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Q: What are the benefits of eyelash extensions? A: Just the fact alone that you do not need to wear any mascara is great. They also allow you to do your daily activities such as swimming and working out. Crying won’t even affect them, which is great for brides who do not need the worry of smudged makeup!
CHERSTYN POWELL
Cherstyn Powell is a professional lash technician located inside Sweetwater Day Spa at 1031 Village Lane in Chico. To schedule an appointment, call (530) 864-6292.
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WE BUILT THIS CITY: ART & ASSEMBLY By Matt Manfriedi
Over the last few years, Chico has grown in ways that continue to be new and unexpected. Hip businesses, modern buildings, and innovative organizations are beginning to make Chico’s future look brighter and livelier than ever. We are all eagerly looking forward to the big things the forthcoming years have in store for our small northern California community. Corners of Chico we may have forgotten about — places that have been decorated in the area’s unique and rich history — will be included in Chico’s diverse and expanding future. Sitting quietly across from Chico High School, The Veterans Memorial Hall on Esplanade has remained inactive for the last decade. The dust has continued to gather in the 17,000 square-foot, bi-level building that was once used for concerts, movie sets, proms, graduations, and, of course, veteran events and memorials — until now. In 2013, the Museum of Northern California Art (MONCA) signed a twenty-year lease to occupy, renovate, and repurpose the “War Memorial Building.” The 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization began planning to transform the building into a museum as early as 2009, but as 2016 is just around the corner, those plans are finally beginning to look like a reality. The MONCA mission statement is: “to make art accessible and promote 42
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awareness of Northern California artists through collections, exhibitions and educational programs.” The building was constructed in 1926 to to honor the veterans of World War I. The design was the concept of Cole and Brouchaud, the architecture firm that was also responsible for other structural landmarks including Chico State’s Trinity Hall and Laxson Auditorium. The “Classical Revival Style”
assembly building has many interior characteristics and aesthetics that really can be appreciated by exploring the vastness of the building. “Phase 1” of MONCA’s restoration project concerns the original meeting room complex, closest to the esplanade — a total of 4,000 square-feet covered in beautiful terrazzo flooring. “MONCA is grateful to the veterans for allowing us to use this space and for seeing the museum as a perfect
way to carry forward the building’s legacy,” says monca president, Pat Macias. Beyond the lobby, located past the soon-to-be exhibition rooms, a sign stating, “919 occupancy,” hangs high about the archways of the doors leading into the massive assembly hall. The hall’s massive stage sits against the wall on the opposite side of the room that once accommodated well-known musical acts from the middle of the twentieth century. MONCA plans to use the large room as partitioned space with moveable walls to act as multiple-exhibition spaces for additional artwork. Further plans of “Phase 2” will develop the assembly hall to be fully integrated with the rest of the museum. “Because we can’t have direct sunlight on the artwork, the biggest challenge were the windows,” says, Macias. To overcome the challenge, MONCA and Griffith Architects developed a creative way to use the sunlight to their advantage. By planning to build walls in front of the exhibition room’s surrounding CONNECT
windows, sunlight will enter the room behind these walls, creating natural light and added insulation. “It will be like a halo of light surrounding the artwork. It will really be beautiful,” says Macias.
Along with the concern of climate control, MONCA’s modern repurposing will adhere to ADA accessibility requirements and will include a remodeling of the bathrooms — all included in Phase 1, which will likely start in the upcoming months. Since MONCA proposed its concept to transform the building into a museum, many different counterparts in the community have come together to make it all possible. Art collector, Reed
Applegate, announced that he would be endowing his entire collection to MONCA for display in the museum The private collection consists of over 350 works of art from all corners of northern California and is a brilliant presentation of what the future holds for the museum. Applegate is only one of the many people that have donated and showed an interest in the museum’s future development. Names that have been instrumental in Chico’s art community for years all want to see the success of the restoration. “We see the museum’s vision as one that will always be inclusive of the entire community, whether it be visitors attending the actual museum space, community events or educational outreach activities,” says Macias. “We are planning to be in sometime in 2016.”
For more information and to follow the building’s progress, visit monca.org.
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“Sherry is the best! She is experienced and was very positive and energetic during the whole buying process from the home loan to the selection of our home. We would HIGHLY recommend her to anyone looking for a home in Chico.” -Andy Hibdon
Big Chico Creek - in back of this neighborhood on the very last street! Cul-desac location with 3 car garage, lots of brick was used when Jerry Tucker built this home. Lap pool with beautiful landscaping, 40 year roof, 2 fireplaces, formal dining room, and large master suite with jetted jacuzzi tub. Great value!! Great House!! This place is ready for the new buyer - just in time for the holidays! Bed: 4.0 Bath: 3.0 SqFt: 2,389 Price: $425,000
Brand new carpet, fresh paint, and fenced yard. Move in ready and cute!! Great Value - Great neighborhood. Hurry Bed: 4.0
Bath: 2.0
SqFt: 1,584 Price: $209,900
40 ACRES + OR - CHANDLER WALNUT ORCHARD & CUSTOM HOME, North Chico, Butte County, CA The ranch consists of 40 acres +/-, of which 38 acres are planted to Chandler Walnuts, with various planting times as described on the attached property brochure. Additionally, there is a custom built, carefully maintained family residence nestled in the middle of the property, boasting 3,200 square feet comprised of four (4) bedrooms, three (3) full baths, and a four (4) car garage. Bed: 4.0 Bath: 3.0 SqFt: 3,200 Price: $1,800,000
You’ll be thinking of all the money that you’re saving as you view this property! Talk about pride of ownership! You won’t need to worry about a new roof since this home had a fifty-year composition roof installed just a few years back! New A/C, updated GE Profile appliances in the kitchen, brand-new carpeting in the bedrooms, and newly installed flooring in the bathrooms! Oh, and let’s not forget to mention the new wide-planked flooring throughout the rest of the house with baseboards and decorator colors to match. You might feel as if this home was just staged - maybe out of Pottery Barn, but this is truly how these folks live! Always easy to show! Bed: 3.0 Bath: 2.0 SqFt: 1,660 Price: $329,500
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Nestled in the avenues, this home has been enjoyed by numerous Chico generations. From its cozy kitchen with granite counters to its newer dual-pane windows, security system, new gas water heater and stainless steel appliances, this home exemplifies the qualities of fine homes. You will love the generously proportioned rooms and the peaceful ambiance of this home. You will marvel at the rich wood floors, spacious family room and sparkling in-ground pool. The yard is beautiful and offers a dining patio with pergola and newly installed, drought-resistant yard. In addition to all of this, there is a large basement with lots of space for storage. This home is perfect for creating memories of your own. Bed: 3.0 Bath: 2.0 SqFt: 2,503 Price: $474,900
The view is stunning!! Sheltered by majestic trees and guarded by an iron gate, this dramatic home offers a peaceful ambiance and a breathtaking view from every room. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll love the large living room, delightful family room and formal dining all with their own fireplaces. The home was recently remodeled with slab granite counters, wood laminate flooring, travertine tiles and new appliances. This beautiful home boasts a gourmet kitchen with pull-out drawers, an office in addition to its 4 bedrooms, security system, central vac, water softener, 2 heating, and 2 air conditioning systems, back up generator, electric blinds, and power for R.V. hook up. So much to see! Call today for a private showing! Bed: 4.0 Bath: 3.0 SqFt: 3,538 Price: $599,950
Located in one of the best school districts in Butte County, this beautiful antique gem has been remodeled top to bottom, and it boasts a solar system, fresh paint, new dual pane windows, new flooring, corian counter tops and cherry cabinetry. Its tidy darling kitchen overlooks the specious well manicured yard and it offers stainless steel appliances, an eating bar and a corner breakfast nook area. Too much to love! Call today. Bed: 5.0 Bath: 3.0 SqFt: 1,808 Price: $345,000
Darling well kept home, near school, hospital and shopping. Offering a great room, formal dining room, cozy kitchen, 2 full bath, newer appliances, newer laminate flooring in the kitchen. It shows well and it is ready to move in. Bed: 3.0 Bath: 2.0 SqFt: 1,345 Price: $237,500
Beautiful home in a great cul-de-sac location, conveniently located near schools, shopping, and the park. This home offers an open floor plan, high ceilings, living and family room, gourmet kitchen with corian counters, security system, jetted tub, and whole house fan are just a few of the many amenities this home has to offer. The large yard offers plenty of space for a pool, gardening, and entertainment. Bed: 5.0
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When Rick and Dee Renfro decided to move up north from the Sacramento Valley, the choice was easy. After raising six kids in Chico and attending Chico State, there was more than just a little bit of sentimentality attached to the area for Rick. A contractor for 23 years, Rick moved to Elk Grove when offered a position as a building official for the city. It was here that he met Dee, a 46
marketing director for an engineering company. The two married, and when it eventually came time for Rick to retire, Chico seemed like the natural choice. Having lived all over Chico, and built his fair share of homes in the area, Rick wanted to remain close to town but was searching for a fair amount of land and some much earned peace and quiet. When close
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friends decided to sell their home in Magalia, Rick and Dee jumped at the chance to move in. Recently built, the mission craftsman style home was everything the couple wanted. With no expense spared and plenty of special touches throughout, like Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, and towering vintage glass doors, the house spoke directly to the contractor in
Rick. However, the kitchen was less than what Dee desired. As a gourmet chef and Food Network aficionado, Dee was in search of a kitchen that would open the doors to new foodie adventures, so the two set out to modernize it.
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The Call Rick and Dee began their search online, exploring countertop options both at home and abroad. Eventually, they settled on a local vendor, but were surprised at the quote
for new countertops. They continued their search, finding their way to New Again Kitchen Remodeling on Park Avenue in Chico, where they met Ric. They struck up a conver-
sation, explained their needs, and found that not only was the price nearly half of the first quote, but also that Ric and Deeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s families were from the same area. After spending
some time reminiscing about Missouri, the two selected their granite and signed papers for the project.
The Cure After returning home with the sample of their granite, Dee found that she wanted more white to provide a better contrast with the cherrywood cabinets that hung above. As each piece of granite is unique, Ric invited them to Sacramento to check out the entire granite selection to find the piece that was right for them. They returned to Magalia and Rick began preparing CONNECT
his kitchen for the install, lowering the bar height to make room for bar-top seating. The install was an absolute breeze, as Rick and Dee are both quick to mention. New Again showed up on time, kept the house clean, and minimized any sort of inconvenience that Rick expected they would experience from his time as a contractor. They worked quickly and in two
short days had the kitchen remodeled and ready for the couple to enjoy. In all, the entire process took two weeks. Reflecting on the remodel, Rick and Dee both speak with excitement and adoration of Ric and the crew at New Again. The personal attention and thorough communication impressed Rick most, while the attention to detail, quality, and variety made Deeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream
for the perfect kitchen a reality. With nothing but positive things to say, the two are glad to recommend the folks at New Again to friends, family, and strangers alike; from the looks of their kitchen, we can understand why.
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872.5880
(530)
6635 Clark Rd. Paradise, CA 95969
CalBRE#01991235
Of Paradise
Serving all of Butte County
www.RemaxOf Paradise.com
NICE CENTRAL PARADISE LOCATION! Affordable 4BR/2BA Home. End of cul-desac. Spacious living room with new carpet, paint & large picture window. Dining area & galley style kitchen w/natural gas oven/range, dishwasher, all new laminate flooring. Dining area w/new flooring & a slider to the fenced backyard. Newer Roof. 2-Car Attached Garage.. $189,500 #326 Brian Voigt 530.514.2901
NORTH CHICO LOCATION. 4BR/2BA home, over 1600 sq.ft., nice kitchen with tile counters, breakfast bar, separate dining area & lots of cabinet space. Dining area opens to the covered back patio, large living room with vaulted ceilings. Large master BR with huge master bath, jetted tub. Inside laundry room. So much more.
WELCOME TO PARADISE! 3BR/2BA, views of the Feather River Canyon & minutes from Lake Oroville...Gorgeous kitchen, breakfast bar & granite counter tops. Great open floor plan to take full advantage of the views. Master BR w patio access, walk in closet, remodeled master bath. 2 new concrete patios, deck, new paint, flooring, windows
$279,000 #251 Shannan Turner 530.872.3822
$309,000 #516 Kandice Rickson 530.872.5892
SOUTHWEST FLAIR!! 3BR/2BA home with newer flooring, fireplace and a sweeping circle drive and plenty of RV parking Detached 2 car garage with a 2 car carport. Large covered back deck and beautifully maintained yard. Spacious master suite with its own private balcony.
$36,900 #972 Jamie McDaniel 530.872.5891
AFFORDABLE LIVING IN DESIRABLE AREA! 3BR/2BA, covered front porch, large entry, great light & open living room, nice dining room featuring built in cabinets & ceiling fans. Cute kitchen, large pantry & enclosed laundry, back covered patio & private enclosed side yard with pond. Master bedroom w/2 closets, spacious Master BR. So much more! $82,500 #852 Nikki Sanders 530.872.5889
$249,000 #634 Rhonda Maehl 530.873.7640
GREAT CURB APPEAL nice long driveway, .29 acre lot in great neighborhood. 2 BR/2 BA, large bonus room w/separate entrance. Vaulted ceilings in living room and bonus room for spacious feel. Master bedroom w/ large closet. Quaint kitchen with eat-in area. Large laundry room with built in storage leading to the attached 2 car garage with work bench and brand new garage door. $96,900 #855 Annette Gale 530.872.5886
TURNKEY 2BR/2BA 1776 sq.ft. home on almost an acre. Park like setting with trails & sitting area. New 30 year Composition Roof w/ Gutters, and exterior paint. Covered front porch, spacious kitchen, dining area, spacious living room w/vaulted ceilings, wood stove. Master Suite w/436 sq. ft. of living space, walk in closet, vaulted ceiling.
WELL MAINTAINED 2BR/2BA manuf. on permanent foundation, on over ½ acre. Great kitchen with breakfast bar & lots of cabinets. Living-room w/wood stove, large indoor laundry/office area. Huge master bath, completely fenced back yard backs to green belt with trails for hiking. Lots of parking for toys, detached over sized RV port.
SUCH A CHARMER!! 2BR/1.5BA home w/bonus room. Pergo in family room. Features a large living room with eat in dining area. There is room on side for trailer, boat or extra auto etc. Lovely back yard that is fenced.
WOW- with some love and understanding, this can be your palatial Mountain retreat! Three bedroom, two bath, soaring windows with a lovely view. Huge double garage and shop. This property has so much potential! .
$169,500 #323 Christina Souther 530.520.1032
$279,000 #1051 Susan Doyle 530.877.7733
$186,500 #716 Heidi Wright 530.872.5890
$193,500 #234 David Connell 530.321.8920
CANYON VIEWS! Amazing custom built 4BR/3BA home on 5+ ac. Gorgeous granite n kitchen, beautiful wood floors. Downstairs amily/media/exercise room with separate entrance! Att. 3-car garage; Wait until you see the detached 24x40 garage/shop. Master bedroom suite, jetted tub, dual lavs & tiled loors. $499,900 #238 Julie Rolls 530.872.5880
BEAUTIFULLY TREED THREE ACRES IN MAGALIA. Private setting, just waiting for your custom home, cabin or RV! Lots of possibilities with this land. Property has two access roads. Buyer to investigate all aspects of property. Call for more information on this wonderful opportunity to own some land at a very resonable price!
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CHARMING HORSE PROPERTY! 3BR/2BA, master with walk in closet & balcony. New paint, new carpet, all new fixtures, newer dual pane windows. Skylights, Bamboo flooring in living & dining area, French doors in dining room, rock fireplace in living room. Kitchen w/granite counters & stainless appliances. 2 car garage w/ 12x12 home office, 2 stall horse stable, fenced horse arena, private 1 acre lot. Fruit trees, pull through driveway, plenty of parking, so much more. #260
Julie Rolls - 530.872.5880
$249,900
Kandice Rickson - 530.872.5892
CUSTOM HOME in Peaceful Lower Paradise. Open kitchen, dining & living room area. Custom rock hearth w/ a free standing woodstove. Light & bright kitchen w/skylight, recessed lighting, pantry, cabinet pull-out drawers & new spacious butcher block island. Large office w/French doors. Spacious master BR w/access to huge deck. Surround Sound in living room. Landscaped yard, custom covered porch & 3 car garage. Appointment only. #328
Brian Voigt - 530.514.2901
$379,500
872.5880
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6635 Clark Rd. Paradise, CA 95969
CalBRE#01991235
AMAZING SUNSETS! Beautiful custom 4BR/3.5BA home located in lower Paradise, views of the valley, mountains and Sutter Buttes. Hardwood floors in main living area, custom crown molding, 10 ft ceilings in the living & dining room. Kitchen features multiple upgrades, breakfast nook & large dining room. Luxurious master suite Large bonus room w/bath downstairs. Lovely gated subdivision of newer homes & walking trails. #518
$489,000
2 HOMES on one 3.44 acre parcel! 2785 sq. ft, home w/ high ceilings, charming garden, dining room, wide plank wood floors, handmade tile kitchen counters, LARGE walk in pantry. 2nd home 2110 sq. ft., large entry w/ brick floors, closet & window seat. Kitchen w/walk in pantry w/ prep area. 2BR/2BA, & great office. #704 Heidi Wright - 530.872.5890
$415,000
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DIY: Consign Design
With the holidays just around the corner, and guests soon to be knocking at your door, what better time to give your bathroom a little spruce-up? The good news is, this touch-up won’t cut into your gift-giving budget or your cooking time. The bad news? You won’t want to leave your pretty new space! We love each opportunity we have to give forgotten items new life, and this month was no exception! Stepping into Jeannie’s Consignment in Paradise, the creative wheels started turning, and for under $20 we were scored these three unique and functional finds!
1. Wire basket towel storage - $3.50 Just add cozy towels to keep you and your guests dry and warm!
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2. Cheese grater earring holder - $4.00 Add a quick coat of your favorite paint color or leave it be for a more rustic look.
3. Marble vanity tray - $9.50 Carefully drill four holes and update by attaching brushed nickel cabinet pulls!
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1381 Nunneley Road, Paradise
5402 Hickory Way, Paradise
2022 Hillpark Lane, Paradise
Bed: 3 | Bath: 2.5 | $379,900
Bed: 3 | Bath: 2.5 | $395,000
Bed: 2 | Bath: 2 | $259,000
Pride of ownership abounds! This estate offers a formal living room, formal dining room, oversized family room and open kitchen with large window overlooking the well-manicured, fully-fenced backyard which offers an in-ground pool, hot tub, outdoor shower and the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest maple tree! Additionally, there is a large garage, workshop area, studio and hobby room.
Easy commute to Chico! This custom-built home offers an updated kitchen with tile floor, granite countertop, double oven, pantry, eating bar and separate dining area. The well-maintained grounds offer an outdoor kitchen, built-in pool, chicken coop, garden area and mature shade trees; plus, room for your R.V., boat. and a drive-through 4-car garage!
Quiet cul-de-sac! This well-built, spacious home offers vaulted ceiling and wall of picture windows drawing in natural light in the living room; plus, bright kitchen and nicely sized bedrooms. Additional features include: skylight, oversized rear deck, newer exterior paint, newer roof (2012) and mature trees that provide shade and privacy.
15332 Northlake Road, Magalia
559 Sunset Drive, Paradise
233 Valley View Drive, Paradise
Bed: 2 | Bath: 1 | $200,000
Bed: 3 | Bath: 2.5 | $209,000
Bed: 3 | Bath: 2.5 | $325,000
Horse propertyâ&#x20AC;Ślevel 4.57 acres with paneled corral areas, garden area, and two wells; plus, two-stall, custom barn with tack room, shop area, storage and great loft. Walking distance to Paradise lake and boat launch. Home has large living room, spacious kitchen open to family room, newer roof, windows and paint.
Walk to Bille Park! Step in to the nice entry and spacious living room featuring fireplace, built-in bookshelves and large picture window to enjoy the views. The kitchen offers updated appliances and eating area. The family room features built-in bookshelves and slider to fenced backyard with covered patio area perfect for entertaining!
Amazing views of Butte Canyon! This custom-built home offers spacious living room w/vaulted, woodbeamed ceiling and woodstove insert set in custom hearth. The kitchen includes island, eating bar, breakfast nook and separate dining area. Additional features include newer roof, HVAC and water heater, circular driveway, 2-car garage, guest home, and lowmaintenance, mature landscape.
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beckysbuys@yahoo.com Paradise Cutie! Quiet cul-de-sac location for this 3 bedroom/2 bath home. Freshly painted and newer flooring make this a beauty. Large kitchen with corner eating area. Long driveway can accommodate several cars, and a large lot make this a steal! Price: $169,000
Woodland Park View Lot! This view is worth a million dollars but you can buy the lot for $110,000! Located in the Woodland Park gated neighborhood, you have a community pool and club house, private storage unit and RV parking area! Private water and septic system so no need for well!
Lovely Home in a Great Location! This 3 bed/2bth home has such an open feel and floor plan you’ll love having the holiday get-togethers here! With kitchen, dining and living room all enjoying the soaring ceiling, gas fireplace and views to the pond and covered patio- what’s not to love?? Separate master suite adds privacy from the other bedrooms and this fabulous hard to find location is a MUST SEE! Bed: 3.0 Bath: 2.0 SqFt: 1,679 Price: $337,500
www.BeckysBuys.com CA BRE # 00772540
Centrally Located and CUTE!!! This well thought out floor plan has it all, tall ceilings, newer carpet and paint, 3 bedrooms, corner lot and more! Newer floor coverings including wood-like floors in kitchen and dining make this move-in ready! It’s new on the market and is priced in the low $200’s!
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SHASTAN HOMES Shastan Homes is in the process of bringing you two exciting new neighborhoods: Shastan Homes at Glenwood and Shastan Homes at Hancock Park. Both subdivisions offer the same high quality building program and house plans that Shastan Homes is famous for. Architect Frank Glazewski has designed all homes to be beautiful on the outside with exceptional floor plans on the inside. All homes are built with energy efficiency and water conservation in mind. Many customers are even reporting $0 electric bills.
Shastan Homes at Glenwood: Located on the far west side of Chico along the quiet “Green Line”. Go west on W. Sacramento Avenue, take a right on Glenwood Ave., then another right on Wisteria Ln. Shastan Homes at Hancock Park: Located on the far North East side of Chico near upper Bidwell Park. At Pleasant Valley High School, go north on Marigold, then right on Patriot and follow the signs to Champlain Way. To learn more visit www.shastanhomes.com or call Jay Halbert at 520-3146.
HERE IS OUR LIST OF TALENTED CONTRACTORS
Architecture Frank Glazewski, 894-5001 Appliances Ginno’s Appliances Scott Dilg, 342-2182 Cabinets Armstrong Cabinets Brian Shirley, 342-5533
Carpet, Window Coverings, Wood Flooring Towne Carpet Henry Iyone, 343-0215 Ceramic Tile Hinkle’s Tile Joe Hinkle, 693-0735 Ceramic Tile Shower Pans Pickering Hot Mop John Pickering, 321-7586 Countertops Ginno’s Appliances Kevin Skinner, 342-2182 Electrical/High Voltage Telic Electric Dave Rudolph, 520-0796 Electrical/Low Voltage - Defcon Security Bill McNeir, 990-2587 Electrical Fixtures - Northern Lights Joe Tilton, 893-8008 Excavations/Backhoe George Neary, 330-3151 Fencing - M & M Fence Mike Smith, 624-3775 Final Cleaning - Annette’s Mop & Bucket Annette Perez, 354-0369 Finish Carpentry - Sam Leaf Construction Sam Leaf , 518-2230 Fireplaces - A-1 Stoves Steve Bruffy, 345-9292 Concrete Flatwork & Foundations Andy Sprague, 864-3273 54
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Framing-Construction & Framing Services Jim Ratekin, 624-4165 Garage Door Sharp’s Locksmithing Tyler Sharp, 533-5713 HVAC & Sheet Metal Jessee Heating & Air Mike Gray, 891-4926 Interior/ Exterior Doors Advanced Door Co. Jim Poole, 894-7000 Landscaping - Sunchasers John Goddard, 624-7000 Landscaping Plants Timshell Nursery Craig Thompson, 521-9125 Maintenance & Whole House Fans - Pappa’s Tool Box, Bob Keller, 521-3257 Masonry Chuck Reynolds, 990-8310 Painting Casey Swaim, 520-6424 Pool Sunshine Pools Ralph Merlo, 521-0365 Plumbing & Fire Sprinklers Knight Construction Tim Knight, 624-5179 Roofing - G & R Roofing Elaine Rios, 518-7760 Sheetrock - Butte Drywall Rick Woodcock, 693-0148 Solar - SunPower Corporation Jay Halbert, 520-3146 Stucco - Mid Valley Lath and Plaster Lonnie Joyner, 680-0491 Windows, Mirrors, Skylights, Shower Doors Miller Glass Jim Beltramo, 624-6213
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6290 Cumberland Rd
8099 Skyway
5081 Wilderness Way 8F
Bath:2 | Sq Ft:2326 | Price:$159,900
Building Sq Ft:1500 | Lot SqFt:25,700 | Price:$225,000
Bed:4 | Bath:2 | SqFt:1695 | Price:$65,000
SPECTACULAR OPPORTUNITY!Not your average home! Living room, family room, bonus great room with soaring ceiling, brick hearth & wall of windows, large bonus rooms, detached workshop, deck, patio, beautifully landscaped yard, massive 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;+ deep garage, big enough for RVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s or trailers plus cars!! Additional storage mezzanine!
BUSINESS POTENTIAL IN PRIME LOCATION! This property has served as the home to antique and unique upholstery for decades! The property fronts Skyway, the largest local thoroughfare with the highest traffic count. Many opportunities exist for this property including its current use as an upholstery shop.
NO NEED TO LOOK ANY FURTHER! This home has it all! Built in 2001, split bedroom floor plan soaring vaulted ceiling, light and bright kitchen also open to the living room, formal entry, formal dining, laundry room, closet organizers, copious master bedroom suite, ramp leading to the front entry, storage shed, fenced rear yard with decorative trees & more!
5783 Homestead Place
6299 Cumberland Rd
1759 Honeysuckle Lane
Bed:2 | Bath:2 | SqFt:1080 | Price:$99,000
Bed:2 | Bath:2 | SqFt:1200 | Price $99,000
Beds:8 | Baths:6 | SqFt:3668 | Price: $375,000
CENTRALLY LOCATED! This home offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms with a large living and dining area open to the kitchen area. Indoor laundry room, built-ins, large covered front deck, sizable rear deck, detached garage, flat and open lot, fencing, gated RV parking, large privacy hedges, low maintenance yard, near the end of a quiet gravel street!
HOME WITH TWO LOTS! Ever dream of space between you and your neighbors? Well this is perfect! 1981 2 Bedroom home with detached carport and oversized two car garage/workshop on two contiguous lots. The two lots total nearly a half acre of flat useable property!
TWO HOUSES ON ONE LOT! Perfect opportunity for multi-generational living, family compound, guest home, or??? Larger home is 5/4 2050+SqFt, smaller home is 3/1.5 1660+SqFt. .64 Acre lot, two carports, RV parking, extra storage space, quiet Cul-De-Sac setting, nearly unlimited potential! Call Today!
6432 Gregory Lane Bed:2 | Bath:1 | SqFt:1246 | Price: $157,000 CUTE, CLEAN,GREAT LOCATION! You will fall in love with this home as soon as you see it! Large living room, oversized bonus room, walk-in pantry, fully fenced rear yard, attached garage, additional detached garage, great curb appeal and centrally located in a nice neighborhood!
Lafeyette Cir. | Price:$20,000 | 27 Acres Excellent Building lot in established Neighborhood Lafeyette Cir. | $20,000 | 29 Acres Excellent Building lot in established Neighborhood Casa Sierra Vista | Price:$45,000 | 30 Acres Spectacular views of the valley and Coast Range Casa Sierra Vista | Price:$60,000 | 32 Acres Nice corner lot with excellent views! Gated Subdivision Royal Canyon Ln | Price:$135,000 | 92 Acres Beautiful views of the Feather River Canyon!
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Pearson Rd | Price:$54,900 | 1.13 Acres Centrally located, loads of potential, has water meter! Humbug Summit Rd | Price:$35,000 | Two adjacent parcels! Perfect cabin or vacation land! Views!
STOCK MARKETS DROP IN LATE SUMMER
The third quarter was not a fun one for world stock markets. August was a particularly terrible month, as the Dow Jones recorded the first ever back-to-back 300 point loss days. All of the major indices entered correction territory (commonly defined as a drop of at least 10% from the recent peak) for the first time since May 2011. Year to date stock returns turned negative for most indexes. Discussion over the puzzling price drops led investors searching for reasons. Domestically, losses in the stock mar-
BY RENEE MICHEL AND JOE SWEENEY, FINANCIAL ADVISORS WITH ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP
ket came despite strong fundamental data from the actual companies and the economy. According to FactSet, nearly threefourths of companies in the S&P 500 beat earnings estimates in the 2nd quarter of 2015. 374 (75%) of S&P 500 companies participated in both share buyback and dividend programs during the quarter as well. Internationally, headlines about China’s currency devaluation and slowing industrial production led to most international year to date gains being erased. However, the 6% projected growth rate of its economy is still 2-3x higher than most developed markets. Emerging market companies in China and abroad are now trading, by many metrics, below their 2008 financial crisis lows. Whether any of the prevailing headlines are great reasons for a market selloff remains to be seen. However, there will always be times when mass hysteria takes over the market. This is commonly described as times of either fear or greed.
The U.S. remains the most politically stable and economically solid of the major economies in today’s world, and the outlook for the medium and longer term is solid. Short term volatility and pullbacks can be caused by any number of currency, political or terrorism headlines. However, we don’t expect a painful, long term bear market while our country and corporate profits continue to grow. Dividends and valuation levels are still at a historically average level, and we believe great companies are now at a better value than they were 3 months ago for long term investors. Keeping a cool head during these times takes the ultimate fortitude, but will serve investors well in the long run. You can subscribe to monthly market updates and more at www.sweeneymichelamg.com
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BY DAN BOSCH
Investing in real estate is thought of by many as something that is exclusive to the wealthy, and the process can definitely be perceived as a very intimidating endeavor. While it is true that without the right guidance, real estate investment can be a challenge, I am here to tell you that it is by no-means something to shy away from. To the contrary, considering an investment in real estate can be the first step to providing the true wealth and security that most people desire. It is a well-known fact that the vast majority of wealthy individuals have either made, or are holding, a significant percentage of their fortunes in real estate. A 2014 Bloomberg article stated that 77% of individuals with a net worth in excess of $1 million, own investment property. Another study shows that those in the top 1% in total net worth hold an average 35% of their wealth in “non-home” real estate. In fact, many of those that we recognize as the richest people in America and across the globe may be known for other things, but behind the scenes have substantial real estate portfolios. If you are thinking of Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Paul Allen, and Ted Turner you are on the right track. The largest land owner in the United States is John Malone, who originally made his fortune in the cable TV and entertainment arena. The great news is that you don’t have to be a multi-millionaire to begin creating wealth by investing in real estate. By 58
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simply being willing to educate yourself about the possibilities, and by following that up with good planning, the right advice and some patience along the way, you can provide a tremendous future for yourself and your family. After all, with the perceived “safe” investment of savings accounts providing an insulting return of less than 1% and CDs offering only slightly better, you will unfortunately fail to even keep pace with inflation. Real estate on the other hand can (and does) provide consistent returns in excess of 6% before the tax, appreciation, principal reduction and inflationary hedge benefits are even considered. My hope is that through this and future articles, I will be able to better explain the benefits and demystify the process to the point where real estate investment becomes something that more people will consider. In addition to future content here in Upgraded Living, we are also planning to begin offering locally based real estate investment education via seminars, webinars, social media posts and one-on-one consulting. If you are interested in more information, please feel free to call, email or simply follow me on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. My contact and social media information is located below. Dan Bosch is a Realtor Associate with RE/MAX of Chico and the team leader for the Premier Professionals Real Estate Team... Dan specializes in residential and investment properties. He can be reached at (530) 896-9330 or via email at danbosch@sbcglobal. net.You can also visit his website www.premierteamchico.com and follow him at www.facebook.com/ premierteamchico or on Instagram at #premierteamchico.
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Call (530) 828-3846 CA BRE #01147638 | www.ChicoRealEstateHomes.com | Spectacular new construction in the Heart of Chico on large .30 acre w/ established fruit trees, grape arbor and room for a pool! Single story with 2 master suites and open floor plan. The Beautiful custom insulated front door with side lights will welcome you home! Upgrades include 9 and 10 ft ceilings, Imperfect smooth texture inside and out. Tile flooring in all areas except bedrooms, Custom Knotty Alder cabinets, Upgraded KitchenAid Appliances w/ 6 burner cooktop. High efficiency gas fireplace w/ remote and stone facade, Alpine windows, High efficiency HVAC, Insulated garage w/Thermal Garage door w/ Quiet operation. Beautiful stamped concrete patios and walkways. Low maintenance and water wise front yard landscaping. Just a few blocks to Bidwell Park and Sierra View Elementary! Bed: 4 | Bath: 3 | Sqft: 2248 | Price $569,900.
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“Avila Estates”, a 17 lot Subdivision in Chico’s most preferential location. Upscale Tuscan Style single family residences. Lot sizes from 10,011 to 24,477 sq ft.
An approved Tentative Map Subdivision with 34 lots. Quality Craftsman Style homes conveniently located close to Safeway shopping center, PV High School and transportation. Offering 3 and 4 bedroom, 1600 sq ft to 2000 sq ft floor plans.
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Beautifully remodeled single story in California Park w/new roof and HVAC will delight you as you open the front door and feel the beauty of this home! The open floor plan offers ample living space for growing family or entertaining. New tile flooring leads to a light filled living room w/vaulted ceiling on the left and a large formal dining room on the right. The kitchen features new custom Knotty Alder cabinets w/granite countertops and upgraded GE appliances. The family room features a high-efficiency gas fireplace surrounded by custom tile and a granite hearth. The master bedroom has a new master bath with walk-in shower and double sinks and walk in closet. 3 bedroom | 2 bath | 2044 sq ft. | Price $359,000.
Calling all 1st time buyers and investors! This Remodeled home (stripped to the studs!) on large lot close to Safeway shopping center, PV High School and transportation! Beautiful wood floors and open floor plan provide a warm and spacious feel. The kitchen has beautiful custom Alder cabinets and Energy Star stainless steel appliances. Custom tile work in bath with low flow toilet and shower. The new roof, windows, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and insulated interior walls make for an energy efficient home ready for you! New front yard landscaping w/drip irrigation for water conservation and a huge custom pergola covering the new concrete patio in the back adds additional outdoor living space. Price $239,000.
Under Construction, soon to be completed, custom upscale home in Paradise’s prestigious and gated Blue Oaks Subdivision, this beautiful home features an open/split floorplan with high ceilings, imperfect smooth texture inside and out, wood floors with hand hewn look, quartz counters and upgraded appliances. Efficient gas fireplace w/ custom stone facade, Milgard Windows and Presidential Series composition roof. 4 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 2948 sq ft | Price upon request
Move in ready, renovated home with beautiful wood floors, updated kitchen with granite, tile and new appliances. Huge backyard. Convenient location. 3 bedroom | 1 bath | 1068 sq ft | Price $199,900
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“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words but live by them.” –John Fitzgerald Kennedy How do you begin to thank a hero? When it comes to our nation’s veterans, a mere “thank you” does not even begin to cover the gratitude we feel for their service and sacrifice. Our own community is home to many servicemen and servicewomen, all worthy of recognition. We took your nominations for local veterans especially deserving of some time in the spotlight, and are proud to be able to share their stories with you in the pages that follow. Veterans Day is November 11th, and we hope you all take a moment to appreciate those who have devoted themselves to protecting our great country. Our endless gratitude goes out to the men and women currently serving, veterans of wars past, and those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
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The Jerry L. Night Transitional Housing Facility first opened its doors in 1996 with the objective of aiding homeless veterans with room and board, employment opportunities, addiction assistance and the list didn’t stop there. Now, approaching its twentieth anniversary, the establishment has grown in ways that continue to expand, reaching out to support veterans like never before. Chico VECTORS (Veterans Executive Corporation to Organize Rehabilitative Services) is the nonprofit organization that has made all the success possible. Butte County native, Carl “Butch” Frederickson, has been executive director of Chico VECTORS for the last few years. It has turned into his passion because, he too, is a war veteran. Frederickson has been involved in the veteran community in multiple ways over the years. Fulfilling the role of the president of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 582 of Butte County for the last nine years, he has no plans to stop his hard work, helping out the veterans of the Butte County. Earlier this year, Frederickson was awarded with the Veteran Of The Year award by Assemblyman James Gallagher. “More than anything, winning that award is due to the people I work with,” 64
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“I didn’t really know what was ahead,” says Fredrickson. “Being 19 years old and feeling indestructible—it was definitely going to be an adventure.” insurgency training camp in San Diego for weapons training. His third term in Vietnam was going to be very different from the others. “On my first two tours I didn’t have much interaction with the Vietnamese, but on third tour, I was living with them,” says Frederickson. Frederickson spent all of 1970 in Vietnam. During this time, Frederickson’s duty was patrolling the Mekong Delta in South Vietnam. Some days he would spend close to the shores of the ocean and others far up into the tributaries of
the Mekong. “It was all kind of interesting. I had to learn about the culture and how incredibly different it is compared to ours,” Frederickson says. Upon returning home, Frederickson was offered another chance from the army to return to Vietnam. The field promotion was tempting but he didn’t second-guess his choice in turning it down. “Yeah, I contemplated it, but I was already figuring I was kind of already pushing my luck.” Spending the better part of a year figuring out what he wanted to do with his life, Frederickson made the decision to take up automotive training at Butte College when the campus was still located in Durham. Wrenching replaced patrolling the Mekong Delta as Frederickson’s daily activities. He soon turned his interest into a career in automotive technology. For a short time after retirement from the industry, Frederickson returned to Butte College as an automotive instructor, lending his experience to students with the similar interest that he once had. Frederickson has been overseeing operations with VECTORS for the last two years, and since he filled the position of executive director he has pushing the organization to benefit local veterans in the best way possible. “These guys are trying to get their lives back on track, says Frederickson. It’s a matter of getting them to go in the right direction that fits them and their personality.” Though eager to return to retirement, Frederickson’s commitment to the veteran community isn’t going to change. As Assemblyman James Gallagher said, “[Frederickson] is a highly respected and decorated war veteran who has dedicated his life to serving his community and improving the lives of his fellow American.” “I’m not going to stop with what I’m doing,” says Frederickson. “Especially with Vietnam veterans.”
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says Frederickson. “They’re with me every step of the way.” The journey that brought Frederickson to become a respected member of his community all started in 1967, when as a young man, just 19 years of age, made the decision to enlist in the Navy. “I didn’t really know what was ahead,” says Fredrickson. “Being 19 years old and feeling indestructible — it was definitely going to be an adventure.” During his first tour, Frederickson was active during the Tet Offensive, one of the biggest military movements against the United States in the Vietnam War. “Most of the time on my first two tours I spent on carrier ships, working, landing marines and ammunition,” says Frederickson. With the second tour being very much like the first, he had the time to contemplate his decision to return to Vietnam for a third time. “The thing with going there three times, is that I had the opportunity of coming home three times,” says Frederickson. “The conflict was worse every time. It was not a good situation.” Before he shipped overseas for the last time, the army sent him to a counter-
Hank Miller From a snow covered trench in 1943 Germany, an American battalion fought the elements while watching overhead for German planes, covering themselves with white sheets they purchased from local villages in hopes of blending in with the snow. The choice was between the cold clutch of the snow or the rain of artillery fire should they have been spotted. In October of 1941, Hank Miller was drafted into the National Guard and sent to Camp Roberts in California. He kissed his bride-tobe, Betty, goodbye and left his home outside of Lodi. He trained with the seasoned 30th Battalion, which had just recently returned from China. “You had to watch these fellows because they liked to drink your aftershave lotion based on the alcoholic content,” Miller wrote in his unpublished memoir. Miller is one of Just under 900,00 World War II veterans still alive today. Though his story is unique to him, the chaos he faced was experienced by the 16 million who also shipped out. Just when Miller had a pass to go to San Francisco to see Betty, he was elected to go to Fort Benning, Georgia for officer training. He was part of 40 percent of the men in his class to graduate.
After completing his officer training, Miller was sent to Camp Butner in Durham, North Carolina, where he trained replacement troops to go overseas. Once again, just when he had train tickets to go out to California and visit Betty, his plans were stomped by yet another move back to Fort Benning. Miller recalled his commanding officer saying: “Tear up your tickets, you’re going to Benning. If not, I have to ship you overseas, and I don’t want to lose you.” But that wasn’t the end of the couple. Betty traveled to meet him in Durham where they were married on October 14, 1942. Shortly after, he was moved to Camp Kilmer in New Jersey. Wives of the men were set up in nice hotels in New York where the they could go and visit them until they were chosen to head overseas. Betty went back to San Francisco and Miller left on an English ferry ship out of Brooklyn toward South Hampton, England. “Two things became very apparent,” Miller wrote. “One, when you have 3,300 men aboard a small craft with limited
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“After awhile, You almost develop a feeling that you don’t really want to know anybody that personally, especially when you see old faces disappearing.” facilities, body odor becomes very pronounced in about 72 hours and ripe in 12 days. Second, when the outer fringe of destroyers and corvettes started depth charges on submarines, it was a long way up those stairs.” From South Hampton, Miller was part of a special unit that was selected to go to La Harve, France. Because of the sudden change in plans, the cooks on the ship had prepared a seven course meal for the men out of sympathy. As they entered the harbor, a French ship followed behind them. That was when they heard the explosion. The approaching French ship had been sunk by rachet mines placed in the harbor by the Germans.
“We were ordered to immediately evacuate the LST with our equipment and get off the beach,” Miller said. “The one that had blown up this ammunition ship was on a pre-set basis and had missed us by two clicks.” Because the liquor had taken priority over the food, as it was being delivered to the harbor master, all other food was thrown overboard, including the entirety of their seven course meals. Once they had word to head toward the German border, they moved east. On December 9, 1944, Miller and his battalion had made it to Hurtgen Forest, where they spent 60 days in the dense woods and unforgiving snow. Between this and German-supplied perils, numbers fell quickly. “One thing you find out in combat, especially in cold weather, is that it takes an awful lot to kill a man, but once he’s dead, there’s not much you can do for him,” Miller said. “After awhile, You almost develop a feeling that you don’t really want to know anybody that personally, especially when you see old faces disappearing.” The firefights and and other distressful circumstances continued as Miller moved through and out of Germany. Eventually, he would be assigned to be stationed in China and then Burma, India. These orders would ultimately be undone by Miller’s old colonel, who had decided Miller had done too much good in Germany to not be able to go back home. At last, after his battalion made its way west, Miller got on a plane and landed once again in Camp Kilmer, New Jersey. He bounced across the United States from plane to plane until exiting in Sacramento. Because the Greyhound bus drivers were on strike, Miller caught a ride with another returning soldier. Though the car was old, Miller did safely make it back to his wife and home. Miller went on to become a proud father. His time in Germany still causes him to reflect on what he went through. “I’m glad our children were never involved in a war and I hope our grandchildren never have to face what some of us have gone through,” Miller said.
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A sense of apprehension surrounded Bob Damon as he traveled up the South China Coast to Chu Lai, a port city located in Central Vietnam. The year was 1969. Only seven months earlier, in December of 1968, Damon received a letter in the mail stating that he was inducted into the United States Army. Born and raised in Oroville, Damon was suddenly on course headed straight for Vietnam. “I only had about three weeks to get stuff in order,” says Damon. “In January, I went to Oakland, they gave me a quick physical, and six hours later I was on a plane to Fort Lewis, Washington.” 8 weeks of Basic Training flew by before he would find out what his role in the army would be. “About 90 percent of the guys got assigned to infantry,” says Damon. “So, a lot of us knew where we were going.” After completing six more weeks of Advanced Infantry Training in June, he was sent home for thirty days to spend time with his family before he was shipped overseas. His destination: Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam. After traveling to Chu Lai, Damon carried out two weeks of “hands-on” training at Division Headquarters. He recognized two soldiers from Basic Training at boot camp in the States and all three, including Damon, were assigned to
“I remember thinking, ‘Ma’ Damon didn’t send her boy over here to do all this,’ and if it’s like this everyday, there’s no way I’m gonna get home!”
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‘you outta get down from there, you gonna get shot.’ It was within a minute that I heard: “rat-tat-tat”. The food went one way and I got on the ground as fast as I could. I started to realize that there were a few things that I needed to learn.” Combat was something Damon would get used to seeing that first week he was in the field. It became common to hear the sound of gunfire and mortar blasts as his platoon would march over the Vietnam countryside. As they set up camp on the beach at night, his company would move inland in the daytime, looking for any Vietcong activity. “I remember thinking, ‘Ma’ Damon
didn’t send her boy over here to do all this,’ and if it’s like this everyday, there’s no way I’m gonna get home,” says Damon. Luckily, things began to slow down in the following months. He would alternate between doing security for one week and being in the field for three. One day in September, while on security for Landing Zone Liz south of Chu Lai, he was called to the battalion headquarters for an interview. Having some experience with typing, Damon was summoned for an interview for the headquarters’ S1 shop. This would mean, rather than being in the field, Damon would now be doing clerical work concerning certain numbers, casualties, and where incoming soldiers would go once they landed in Vietnam. The interview went well, and the following month Damon reported permanently to battalion headquarters. “I was grateful the whole time,” says Damon. “I was very fortunate.” Damon stayed active in the S1 shop for the rest of his time in Vietnam, fortunately never having to pull guard or field duty again. He was discharged in the fall of 1970 and soon returned to California. Damon laughs about his first night back home, “I slept for 13 hours,” he says. “I had never done that before” In 1973 Damon took a full-time position at the Oroville Fire Department where he continued to serve his country and community until his retirement in 2005. He worked his way through the ranks, eventually becoming the department’s battalion chief, seeing many dramatic events through his career, including becoming an instrumental factor in helping people travel during 9-11. “There were no planes, no trains; no nothing,” says Damon. “We were using rental cars from all over California to send people across the States, to get back to their families.” Damon continues to be active in the community, raising awareness for local veterans by placing flags in the Oroville Veterans Cemetery and marching in benefit parades throughout the year. Though many deemed Vietnam an unpopular war, Bob Damon served his time overseas with honor and it’s something that he carried with him throughout his career and into retirement.
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Headquarters Company (HHC) of the 20th Battalion of the Americal Division. Damon had noticed everyone but he and his two buddies seemed to be getting assigned with A, B, or C Companies. He began to wonder what “HHC” meant and what he would be doing during his time in Vietnam. “An officer had told us, ‘the companies had been hit so hard, we didn’t really know where we were going to send you boys.’ This was something I didn’t like hearing,” says Damon. The days following the completion of the last bit of field training, Damon set off to join the Fourth Platoon and was issued a rucksack, M16, grenades, and bandoliers to carry his ammunition. They were soon put on a chopper one afternoon and set out to the field. Before that, they had found out that Delta Company had lost a lieutenant and six men. “It was at this point that reality really began to set in,” says Damon. Damon remembers adjusting to being in the field for the first few days as an eye opening experience. “On the second day, I was sitting up a on berm, eating my lunch, and one of the other soldiers had told me,
Holiday Wish List Part One
A sweater for Susie, some slippers for Sam, a necklace for Nancy who’s so very glam. How about Rosie? She’s always hard to buy for. Perhaps some leather boots— she’ll think they’re to die for! Holiday shopping doesn’t have to be daunting. Our holiday Wish List has the gifts your loved ones are wanting. This is only part one so stay tuned for more, we can’t wait to show you what our friends have in store! We could go on for pages but here’s the gist: you’re sure to find something special for all of the guys and gals on your list!
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Tahitian pearl necklace @ Aicora Gems $335
Uno de 50 Pearl & Heart Pendant Necklace @ 5th Street Clothing $219
18k Vintage Flower Diamond Pendant 1.10 CTW @ Gabrielle Ferrar Diamonds
Sweet Lola Necklace @ Labelz Upscale Consignment Boutique $32
14k Gold Star Necklace with .26 CTW Diamonds @ Gabrielle Ferrar Diamonds
14k Ring with 2.41 CTW Diamonds @ Gabrielle Ferrar Diamonds
London Briolette Blue Topaz & Diamond Earrings @ Gabrielle Ferrar Diamonds Sterling Silver and platinum blue cultured pearl ring @Aicora Gems $265
14k .55 CTW Diamond Ring in 14k Brushed Gold @ Gabrielle Ferrar Diamonds
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Ruby & Diamond Post Earrings @ Olde Gold $2,995
14k 3.67 CTW Blue Topaz Ring @ Gabrielle Ferrar Diamonds
Eileen Fisher Torma Scarf @ 5th Street Clothing $178
Jach’s button-up Shirt in Burgundy @ Formal Education $69 Rodd & Gunn Barney Jean @Formal Education $145 Vintage Concept Sweater Jacket @ The Dressing Room $70.95
Miss Me Moto jacket @ Bobbi’s Boutique $83
Will Leather Goods Bifold Wallet @ Formal Education $90
Joseph Ribkoff Crosshatch Jacket @ The Dressing Room $299.95
Vegan Leather Fringe Bag @ Retrofit $59
Sorial Bijou Tote @ The Dressing Room $234.95
Stance socks @ Formal Education $12 and up
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Ugg Women’s Bailey Button Boot in Grey @ Johnson’s Comfort Shoes Birkenstock Arizona in Cocoa @ Johnson’s Comfort Shoes
Men’s Mascot Slipper @ Johnson’s Comfort Shoes
Dansko Maria Bootie @ Birkenstock $170 Rieker Shelby Boot @ Johnson’s Comfort Shoes
Johnston & Murphy Conrad Shoe @ Formal Education $155
Ugg Women’s Bailey Button Triplet Boot in Chestnut @ Johnson’s Comfort Shoes
Halfinger Paisley Charcoal Slip-On @ Birkenstock $125 Birkenstock Arizona in Zinfandel @ Johnson’s Comfort Shoes
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Scented candle vessel with stand @ Heavenscent Candles & More $30.98
Will Leather Goods Toiletry Bag @ Formal Education $125
Jonquil Taylor Velvet Wrap Robe @ Heavenly Blue
Healthy Back Bag in Aztec @ Birkenstock $75
Bontrager bicycle lights $59.99-$119.99 @ North Rim Adventure Sports Acorn Wine Coaster and Bottle Opener @ Katieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corner $40.98
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Wishlist Retailers 5th Street Clothing 328 Broadway St, Chico (530) 345-5754
Formal Education 334 Broadway St, Chico (530) 809-1839
Aicora Gems 1334 Mangrove Ave, Chico (530) 809-1034
Gabrielle Ferrar Diamonds 214 Main St, Chico (530) 345-1500
Bobbi’s Boutique 6181 Skyway, Paradise (530) 876-0877
Heavenly Blue 240 Main St #220, Chico (530) 343-3333
North Rim Adventure Sports 178 E 2nd St, Chico (530) 345-2453
Johnson’s Comfort Shoes 801 East Ave # 145, Chico (530) 343-8923
Birkenstock 333 Broadway St, Chico (530) 345-4880
Katie’s Corner Inside the Chico Mall, next to Sears (530) 892-2228
The Dressing Room 530 Broadway St, Chico (530) 566-9394
Labelz Upscale Consignment Boutique 974 Mangrove Ave, Chico (530) 345-1615
Heavenscent Candles & More 5878 Clark Rd, Paradise (530) 877-2900
Olde Gold 225 Main St #3, Chico (530) 891-4610 Retrofit 240 Main St, 3rd St Entrance (530) 487-7144
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By Matt Manfriedi
Setting The Stage:
BY JAKE HUTCHISON PHOTOS SUSAN ANDERSON
Chico Theater Company Anybody in theater can tell you that some nights are better than others. Sometimes you can have an audience of nine people just one night after a nearly sold out opening. Before founding Chico Theater Company, Marc Edson was in charge of a chain of 78 Cigarettes Cheaper stores. It was his love for theater, as well as Cigarettes Cheaper not doing so well, that brought him back to the art. He played in “The Wild Guys” at Theatre on the Ridge, ending his 20 year hiatus from performance. “When I did that show it lit a spark in me and made me want to do it again,” Edson said. He joined the board of directors at Theatre on the Ridge and after working as the sales manager for Radio Chico for a while, he opened Chico Theater Company in 2003. The first show, “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers,” was an opening night success, though the second night did indeed only house nine people. “We’ve had our ups and downs but mostly ups,” Edson said, laughing. The famous local theater on Eaton Road has since become a hotspot for not only theater-goers but also many of Chico’s talent, both onstage and behind the scenes, to make connections with one another. “The most rewarding part has been the friendships
made here. Including people who’ve gotten married after meeting here,” Edson said, mentioning one couple who had their wedding on the CTC stage. One recurring actor Edson relies on is Dustin Kane. By day, Kane is a graphic designer at Creative Composition. By night, he is a prime example of the talent CTC sends to the stage. Not only does Kane perform in many of the productions, he has also worked backstage as a tech for several shows and as a stage manager for “Steel Magnolias.” If you’ve been to a show at Chico Theater Company, you may know Kane as The Mad Hatter, Mortimer the Indian, Nelius, Paul Bratter or Tom Sawyer, to name a few. In 2003, Kane started at Chico Cabaret and joined CTC one year later. Since then he’s been a consistent face at the theater, playing both lead and supportive roles. “What I love about theater, and specifically this theater, is that it has such a tight-knit family,” Kane said. “I feel like every time I do a show there is always someone new to make friends with. Then I want to go see them at their shows and they come to mine. It really is one big support system.” Though he’s played the leading role in plays such as “Barefoot in the Park” and the theater’s current musical “Funny Girl,” Kane has been just as happy among the ensemble. 73
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“As fun as it is being the lead role, I have a lot more fun being ensemble, because you get to do a lot more with the character,” Kane said. He’s proven his ability to stand out no matter which role, in plays such as “Shrek the Musical” and “Mary Poppins.” “In this last year alone, I’ve done almost a dozen roles,” Kane said. “When I did ‘Mary Poppins,’ I did five roles in that one show alone.” Joining CTC helped Kane grow from a shy kid into a man. He’s worked in six plays consecutively, developed countless friendships and even met his girlfriend through acting. Though Kane and Edson typically play different parts in play or musical production — Edson is directing “Funny Girl” while Kane is playing a lead role — they both agree that above all else, the satisfaction comes from seeing the audience enjoy the show. “Seeing everyone after the show is probably one of the better feelings in the world, because you’re getting praised from the audience,” Kane said. “Probably one of the more fun things CONNECT
is when I did ‘Mary Poppins’ and all these kids came up to me after seeing me in a Disney play and they wanted to take a picture.” For Edson, it is seeing how the play impacts the audience during the performance. “I’m okay with directing a show with no one knowing it was me, but if I can stand at the back of the house and hear the crowd laughing and crying... those are the emotions we’re trying to get across,” Edson said. “That’s what’s important to me.” If you have a child who is interested in plays or acting, theater is an excellent extracurricular activity. Chico Theater Company offers a youth theater program that teaches the ways of the stage to children as they rehearse and perform in plays such as “Aladdin, Jr.,” “101 Dalmatians Kids” and more.
To find out more on how to get your child involved as well as buy tickets for upcoming shows, go to www.chicotheatercompany.com.
November Symphony Concerts Will Make You Dance! The Nor th State Symphony and its new Music Director Scott Seaton are coming back to Laxson Auditorium this month with a fine selection of tunes and beats. There’s a lot of variety but in all the selections, the rhythm is the thing. The “Maestro In the Spotlight,” Scott Seaton earned a ton of applause when he debuted in September. The November concer ts include famous tunes and dances like “Tonight” and “Maria” from “West Side Story,” to make boomers recall their passionate youth. Rhythm in different forms is also a big par t of diverse music by Haydn and Johann Strauss. A young Redding violinist, Brianna Ruiz will play a Violin Concer to by Dimitri Kabalevsky, her award for winning an annual competition. According to Music Director Seaton, “Rhythm can fill your whole being. There’s something amazing about the energy that it transmits, whether you are dancing or listening.” Sponsors of the Chico concer t include Mark and Vickie Spelts, the Arrhythmia Center of Nor thern California, and Richard and Pat Macias. Dignity Health of Nor thern California is the Nor th State Symphony’s 20152016 Season Sponsor. The concer t takes place on Saturday, Nov. 14 at 7:30 in Chico’s Laxson Auditorium. One hour before the performance, Scott Seaton will present a free pre-concer t talk which is aimed at introducing the music to new ears. Tickets for the concer t are available at http://nor thstatesymphony. org/get-tickets-for-our-nex t-concer t / or by calling 898-6333. The concer t’s also presented the next day in Redding. The Symphony has also made available discounted tickets for a package of three major concer ts in November, February and May which is available through the box office. 75
ARTISTS: Pat Koszis and Kay Wooldridge of the ACC, The American Craft Council. I’m proud of that, aren’t you?” Two bright smiles then, full of memory. “The work
they were Pat and Kay Ryan, sisters separated by 21 months,
was hard, demanding, but we made it fun! We had Opera
they respond: “Mom told us that our family was artistic. She’d
Tuesdays — we sang our conversations!” Pat says, chuckling.
say: You’re artists! And we never doubted that.” Dad was a
The sisters can’t help it — they burst into song — and then:
cartoonist and Mom drew elegant fashion models. “We had
more laughter, more memories.
active imaginations,” says Pat. “We still do,” pipes in Kay with
For years, Chico has been the recipient of their original
a sly smile. “From the time I could walk, I’ve wanted to follow
talent. They are active participants with the annual Open
Pat and do what she did. I figured whatever she was doing
Studios Tour and in 2008 the sisters were commissioned by
would be worth it.” And worth it, it has been. The sisters not
the City of Chico to create a mosaic bench for downtown.
only share a deep love of art in its many forms, but are one
Just outside Magna Carta on 2nd Street, it’s titled, “The Franz
another’s greatest fan and best friend, which might sound trite,
Bench.” (You can identity it by all the corgis wearing Santa
but isn’t — their life story is tribute to this truth. They are a
hats!) Kay, who learned welding at Butte College so she could
stalwart support to one another through whatever comes their
make creative legs for her mosaic tables and benches, works
way, most recently the death of Pat’s husband, George Koszis,
from her studio, aptly named “Hot Flash Welding,” just behind
to cancer.
her house. Gorgeous testament to this labor can be seen all
Kay and Gary Wooldrige moved to Chico in ‘76, and George
over her colorful patio and garden.
and Pat were their most frequent guests from the Bay Area;
Pat Koszis, who taught ceramics at Butte College for 5
visits were almost monthly. When Kay and Gary decided to
years, says unabashedly, “I lost my job in the crash, and when
ask their neighbor if he’d ever consider selling his house, his
I left, my students came with me!” It’s true — a handful of
surprise answer was, “Okay”. Pat called him from San Francisco
people who fell in love with Pat, as well as ceramic art, began
that very night and they struck a deal over the phone. After
meeting at her studio after that time. Today, it’s home to a
Pat and George moved in, construction began on an art studio
group of working artists who have become a close-knit group
behind their home, a place where the sisters would work side-
of friends. A family. “It’s been magical,” Pat adds with a big grin.
by-side for years, creating raku work, mosaics, and fabulous
“We feel blessed; lucky to be able to share what we know and
ceramics: cups, plates, bowls, platters, vases, planters and
to watch other people grow in their art. And even though it’s
canisters. Pat remembers: “We were producing a ton of work
my studio, I didn’t do it all! It’s synchronicity. It’s lightning in a
to fill the orders we got at the winter market on the east coast;
bottle! It’s a force!”
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They laugh easily and often finish one another’s sentences. When asked about how they got started as artists, back when
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OCTOBER EVENTS
BOLLYWOOD MASALA ORCHESTRA AND DANCERS OF INDIA OCTOBER 2 | 7:30 PM
A Word from our friends at the Downtown Chico Business Association
THE MILK CARTON KIDS & JOE PUG OCTOBER 4 | 7:30 PM
SHUFFLE CONCERT OCTOBER 23 | 7:30 PM
JULIE FOWLIS OCTOBER 25 | 7:30 PM
PACO PEÑA OCTOBER 30 | 7:30 PM For more information and tickets visit: WWW.CHICOPERFORMANCES.COM or call (530) 898-6333
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Downtown Chico is a special place; a vibrant, pedestrian and bicycle friendly retail and cultural center – rich in history and tradition, that we are proud to call the jewel of our community. This heart and soul of our community drew me to the area many years ago. The Downtown Chico Business Association, celebrating 40 years, strives to cultivate downtown into a consistently safe, secure and clean community center for everyone to enjoy. With its variety of unique businesses and fabulous dining establishments, our top priority is to ensure that everyone has a good experience in Downtown Chico, night or day, and that they will return. Our downtown district is experiencing progress and growth. As Chico recovers from some very lean years, redevelopment and revitalization projects crucial to our future and dependent on investment – both private as well as public, are happening. Effective strategies are being implemented to recover neglected parcels, rehab outdated structures, restore and reproduce historic buildings, and deliver the sound environment that attracts and retains sustainable businesses. A few examples include the renovation and expansion of the Diamond Hotel next year and plans are underway to bring a Chico Children’s Museum to the 300 block of Main Street. More than 25 new businesses have opened downtown over the past year and a half and several more are slated to open in 2016. Most recently, Burgers & Brews, Momona and Two-Twenty Restaurant have opened and are enjoying success. There is an appealing demand for an increase in outdoor patio dining experiences. It was wonderful
to have the patio of Burgers & Brews be in the hub of our 26 week Thursday Night Market that ended in September. This year’s CNR Best in Chico, hot off the press today, touts 60 categories with over 100 downtown businesses receiving top mention! We are excited and proud of those recognitions. As part of DCBA’s efforts to improve and maintain the vitality of downtown and to promote economic prosperity, we worked hard as a member of the Parking/ Access Resource Committee to get 450 smart meters installed in the core commercial district in August. This has been a long time coming and is the first big step toward improving the customers and visitors experience, revitalizing downtown and encouraging more of our community to come back downtown. Check out the new website Godowntownchico.com, it is full of helpful information and maps. The DCBA’s “Beautiful, Clean, Safe” campaign launched in March 2015 is a derivative of the Clean & Safe Action Group that came together in early 2012 to address growing concerns about cleanliness and safety issues in Chico. This collaboration between the DCBA, Chico Chamber of Commerce, Jesus Center, Torres Shelter, Chico Stewardship Network, Chico Police Department, and other service providers and agencies yielded a number of initiatives that are still in place. Since February of 2014, the DCBA has provided critical services in the downtown ensuring a beautiful, clean and safe environment for residents, visitors, students, business owners, and the general public. These services include the Downtown Ambassador Program and the Downtown Clean-Up Brigade. On Monday, September 14, 2015, the City of Chico announced the expansion of the Downtown Chico Business Association’s “Beautiful, Clean, Safe” campaign city-wide to encourage community engagement and volunteerism and to address concerns of cleanliness and safety throughout the community and individual neighborhoods. There is a renewed spirit of cooperation and collaboration taking place with the City, DCBA, Chamber of Commerce, Chico Police Department and service providers working together on comprehensive and creative solutions that will sustain our downtown environment so that it will flourish and prosper into the future. Melanie Bassett Executive Director Downtown Chico Business Association.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
NOVEMBER 6 DECADES CD Release Party Feather Falls Casino 3 Alverda Drive, Oroville Info: featherfallscasino.com/entertainment The Great Debate CSU, Chico students and community members discuss “hot topics” Chico City Plaza 8:30 AM Info: downtownchico.com/event/generalevent/great-debate
NOVEMBER 7-8 The Harvest of Quilts Presented by Annie’s Star Quilt Guild Silver Dollar Fair Grounds, Chico Info: 530-519-1361 anniestarquilt.org
NOVEMBER 11 Oroville’s Annual Veterans Day Parade Montgomery St at 5th St to Veterans Memorial Hall 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Info: orovillechamber.net
NOVEMBER 13-15 Paradise Holiday Preview Various Paradise businesses Info: paradisechamber.com/events
NOVEMBER 14 - JANUARY 10 Paradise on Ice Paradise Ice Rink Terry Ashe Recreation Center 6626 Skyway, Paradise Open daily, weather permitting 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Info: paradiseprpd.com
NOVEMBER 18-22 Fall Musical: Sweet Charity Presented by the Butte College Theatre Department Butte Community College Black Box Theatre 3536 Butte Campus Drive, Oroville Tickets and Info: ButteCollegeBookstore.com
NOVEMBER 17-18 Jackie Greene at Sierra Nevada Big Room 1075 East 20th St, Chico 7:30 PM Tickets and info: sierranevada.com
One of the newest members of our family, a female cougar cub born in late June, 2015, is named Alamea after the Hawaiian word for precious. She is in need of minor surgery and will be provided with all she needs for a happy and healthy life at our sanctuary. Name: Alamea Age: 2 months Native Habitat: All of North America and into South America
NOVEMBER 22 Christmas Preview Downtown Chico 4:00 PM Info: downtownchico.com/events NOVEMBER 26 Community Thanksgiving Dinner Paradise Methodist Church 6722 Clark Rd, Paradise 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
NOVEMBER 28-DECEMBER 1 The King and I Presented by Chico Theater Company 166 Eaton Road Suite F, Chico Tickets and info: chicotheatercompany.com
DECEMBER 4 Community Christmas Tree Lighting Downtown Chico 6:00 PM Info: downtownchico.com/events
DECEMBER 4-6 Little Red Hen Christmas Preview Activities, sales, and refreshments All 5 locations Info: LittleRedHen.org
Food: In the wild, deer, mice, squirrels, porcupines, raccoons, rabbits, and beavers. At Kirshner, she will be fed rabbit, chicken, duck, beef, turkey, and lamb. Fun Fact: Cougar babies are born with spots, however they lose them all except for the spots behind their ears before they are a year old. The cougar hunts alone by day or night, and will hide its food, if large enough, in dense undergrowth, and return to it over several days. It is big enough to tackle larger prey such as domestic cattle and horses, for which it has earned a bad reputation with livestock farmers. In hunting, the cougar uses the strength of its powerful hind legs to lunge at its prey with single running jumps that can reach in excess of 40 feet. Cougars have a small, broad heads with small rounded ears, a powerful body with long hind legs and a black-tipped tail. Cougars come from all parts of the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, and live in all types of habitats. In general the size and coloration of the cougar varies greatly across its range, which stretches from south west Canada down the western states of North America and throughout most western parts of the South American Continent. Aside from humans, the cougar has the largest range of any mammal in the Western Hemisphere. Barry R. Kirshner Wildlife Sanctuary and Educational Center Hours: Tuesday – Sunday 9am to 5pm including holidays, rain or shine! Phone: (530) 533-1000 No appointments necessary but please call ahead for guided tours. Website: kirshner.org 79
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