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August is always an interesting time here at Upgraded Living. We’re always thinking one month again, so in my mind it’s already fall and the holidays are right around the corner, though we have many more days of 100+ degree weather ahead. I can feel the excitement as the students slowly trickle back into town and we begin to think past these lazy summer days to the season ahead. This time of year always makes me feel anxious is the best way. My “back to school” days are behind me for now, but there is a lingering sense of anticipation, as if I’m still a giddy 12 year old who can’t wait to wear her new shoes and see all of her friends on the first day back. Although they deserve our appreciation throughout the year, we feel this month is a fitting time to salute the local teachers whose tireless passion for education is nothing short of amazing. It’s wonderful to live in an area so centered around learning. Not only does the university help to create a vibrant and creative local culture, but there is such an obvious value for education and those who provide it throughout our entire community. To all of the teachers out there—you are loved! This month we’re also excited to share with you a highly anticipated change to Chico’s footprint. The upcoming Oak Valley subdivision located west of Bruce Road along Highway 32 has generated quite a bit of buzz over the past few years, and we’re squashing the rumors once and for all. With a stunning view, bike path, community park, and beautiful homes to boot, it’s safe to say that house hunters will be more than pleased to call this corner of Chico home. When can we move in?

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Don’t forget to say “thank you” to a teacher this month, and as always, thank you for reading!

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CONTENTS AUGUST 2016 HOME

FOOD

14 New Again Kitchen Remodeling Presents

41 Bacio Catering is changing the lunch game

16 We Built this City: Collier Hardware

50 Farm Fresh: The amazing ways of worms

22 Urban Design Solar shares their

52 Two enticing recipes from Morning Thunder

House Call: A Grimm Kitchen Revived

commitment to quality and community

24 DIY: Pucker up to some lovely lemoninspired decor this month!

COMMUNITY 28 Cool Kid Kacey Johnson says “auf

wiedersehen” to America

30 A lot of love from the Little Red Hen

in a healthy way

Café and Forcella Italian Bistro

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 49 Valley Oak Children’s Services invites you to mix and mingle for a great cause!

58 Mick Needham brings a touch of glass to Chico.

63 Fill up your month with our community calendar

38 Local Legend Melba Bailey 55 Show your support for local non-profit organizations during this year’s Annie B’s Community Drive!

FEATURE 33 Oak Valley is calling you home! Learn all

HEALTH & BEAUTY 42 Health advice you can stand on from Dr. Gene Kemper

44 Beat the bloat with these tips from Dr. Patrick Giammarise

48 Beauty Q&A: your summer swimming hair woes resolved!

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ON THE COVER: OAK VALLEY DEVELOPMENT DESIGNED BY ERIK BROWN PHOTO BY SUNNY GISCOMBE

about Chico’s exciting new expansion.

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NEW AGAIN KITCHEN REMODELING PRESENTS HOUSE CALL:

THE CLIENT

A GRIMM KITCHEN REVIVED

replaced the carpet surrounding the kitchen with large terracotta tile, figuring it would tide them over for awhile. Eventually, as with many tract homes built during this time, the kitchen began to show its age; the cabinet paint job began to peel, the countertop tile began to chip, and the grout began to fall apart. Greg and Sue decided it was time to renovate.

Greg and Sue Grimm moved to Chico in the 80’s. Originally from Pleasant Hill and Camarillo, respectively, the two met at Chico State and, after graduation, moved to the Bay Area to pursue their careers together. They moved back to Chico in 1995, Greg went to work for the City of Roseville, Sue began working at Valley Oak Children’s Services, and the two bought a home, just north of East Avenue.

THE CALL

The home’s kitchen was indicative of most tract homes built in the early 90’s. Wall-towall carpet bordered the kitchen’s linoleum flooring with flat melamine cabinets above and below the kitchen’s countertop, composed of beige tiles tied together by porous brown grout. In an attempt to alleviate the kitchen’s monochromatic nature and modernize the home, the Grimms painted the cabinets white and

Having heard great things about New Again Kitchen Remodeling from one of Susan’s co-workers, they visited the showroom and met with Ric. They discussed their need for more storage and more open space in the kitchen. Although Sue enjoyed a modern white kitchen with granite, she felt the maintenance would be more work than she wanted to deal with. Ric proposed a warmer hue for the

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cabinetry and a quartz countertop to provide the modern look she was hoping for. Finding him easy to work with and super-responsive to their needs, the Grimms invited Ric to their home to put a quote together for their kitchen remodel. As savvy shoppers, the Grimms made sure to obtain a few competing bids. They reached out to another local kitchen remodeler as well as a local cabinet company. They found that working with the local cabinet company would be a five-step process to simply install the cabinets alone and that the rest of the kitchen would have to be pieced out to other contractors. With the other local kitchen remodeler, they found that the quote for the exact same project was significantly higher than New Again’s. With the best price, the ability to do everything under one roof, and Ric’s significant design experience, the Grimms decided that New Again was the right HOME

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choice for them. They signed off on the project and Ric scheduled their install.

THE CURE

countertop was installed to complement the cabinets and Bedrosian 4”x12” sabbia tile backsplash was added to tie everything together. The result was exactly what Sue had hoped for.

soon for our bathrooms too! I don’t think I could walk into another home and be more in love with the kitchen than I am with mine. It’s a dream kitchen for me; it’s exactly what I wanted!”

New Again’s team arrived at the Grimms’ home and set out to work, rearranging the kitchen to make room for the new kitchen that Sue desired. They removed a soffit above the sink, creating the necessary space to install rich, brown 40” shaker hanging cabinets, resulting in an additional 10 feet of upper storage. They installed matching base cabinets with pull-outs and a pantry, and extended the peninsula over one foot to create additional open space in the middle of the kitchen. Since the tiles used to replace the carpet were no longer available, they created a framed border around a new stone/ pebble tile that worked with the terracotta around it. A modern, coffee brown quartz

When asked about the experience, Greg mentioned that, “The project went very smoothly. The crew was excellent and everyone at New Again was great to work with. They finished everything in four days and were very responsive throughout the project.” Sue continued, “I knew I wanted shaker cabinets. I love their simplicity and the look of the wood, but everywhere else we looked had seemingly endless choices. The system at New Again was so much easier. I loved working with Ric and that he is a designer. It was fun to work with someone who had so much experience in putting projects like this together. We would definitely refer New Again to friends and family. We’ll likely be using them again

With another home renovation completed beautifully and another happy couple on the books, it’s no surprise that New Again continues to make a name for itself as the definitive kitchen and bathroom remodeling company in Chico. If you’re in a situation similar to the Grimms and could use a hand in getting your kitchen or bathroom out of a rut, give them a call today at 530.899.2888. As the Grimms are sure to tell you, having the kitchen you’ve always wanted is just a short phone call away.

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Currently, the store is owned by Syl Lucena and his sons: Matt, Steve and Marc, but the store has an extensive history. The building’s one hundred forty five years has been spent supporting local businesses and providing quality service in the hardware business. Beginning as a Masonic lodge, Collier was once a single story building until member George F. Jones inquisitioned a second story in which they could meet, thus allowing them to rent the lower floor out to businesses to help town as well as provide additional funding to their endeavors. Since its establishment in 1871, the business below has remained a hardware store, with the exception of a three year stint as a post office from 1913 to 1915. The space was initially rented by Hubbard and Earl Hardware. From there it became Johnson Hardware, J.A. McFeeley Hardware and then the temporary post office. Finally, the space was taken over by Liston Clark who grew up in Chico and even worked at McFeeley’s hardware store through high school. A veteran of World War I, Clark returned home from the war and opened Clark Hardware in the same building in 1920. Fifteen years later he would take on a partner: Charlie Collier. During this time, the store used their joined names before Clark retired and Collier took over.

WRITTEN BY JAKE HUTCHINSON PHOTOS COURTESY OF COLLER HARDWARE

Walking into Collier Hardware doesn’t feel like entering a chain store. The interior smells different and the atmosphere feels older, almost as if passing through a portal to another time. Looking up at the rafters where there was once a full second floor, I could see a loft above the office and some storage space surrounding the aisles of tools, paints and gardening supplies. This was at roughly 10 a.m. and the store was full of shoppers planning projects, inquiring about various new products and looking to add tools to their garages.

Collier was born and raised in Oregon before coming to Chico after his time in the Marines to search for new opportunities. He bought part of Clark Hardware and became a business partner at the store. Clark retired and left it to Collier. In 1945, he sold the business and became a rancher outside of Chico before finally retiring to Santa Barbara before passing at the age of 85. A regional salesman by the name of Cecil Hitt discovered the business and expressed an interest in it. He discussed the buy with his boss, Walter Bamman at Dunham, Carrigan and Hayden to go in with him and become a partner. The two purchased the store and decided to keep the name. After five years, Bammon sold his share to Jack Bowen. Around this time, a young man by the name of Sylvester Lucena was working at the hardware store, learning the various business sides to retail. Eventually, Bowen would retire and Lucena would work his way to buying in with Hitt, who would retire in 1971 and sell the remaining shares to Lucena. Today, Lucena still owns Collier. He works there with his family and aims to continue the family business. This becomes obvious after a few minutes roaming the store and listening to how everyone interacts. They work hard, yet the environment is comfortable and full of jokes and banter. Even though I was there to gain information about the building, I must have been approached by everyone one the floor, politely asking if I needed help finding anything. The dynamics seen in the store as well as the quality are impressive considering the hardware store has been in place for a century and a half. Over the years, Collier has not only been a hardware staple, but a significant piece of Chico’s history. And with a pattern of success for lower level workers making their way up to owning the store, the business gives hope to newcomers to the business world. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT 105 BROADWAY STREET IN CHICO OR CALL 530.342.0195 LEFT PHOTO THE BUILDING IN 1908, TOP PHOTO COLLIER HARDWARE 1930, & BOTTOM PHOTO THE BUILDING BETWEEN 1861–1871

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RUMBA TO RAVEL Chico | Saturday, September 24, 2016 | 7:30pm GERSHWIN • PROKOFIEV • HERTZBERG • RAVEL featuring Olga Kopylova, Piano

INSPIRED BY ITALY Chico | Sunday, November 13, 2016 | 2:00pm ROSSINI • HUMMEL • DAUGHERTY • MENDELSSOHN featuring John Hagstrom, Trumpet

LEAPING INTO SPRING Chico | Saturday, February 25, 2017 | 7:30pm RIMSKY-KORSAKOV • LARSON • BIEDENBENDER • SCHUMANN featuring Terrie Baune, Violin

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Chico | Sunday, May 14, 2017 | 2:00pm MOZART • MAHLER Symphony No. 5 featuring Diego Bustamante, Piano

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NSS POPS! A New York New Year’s Eve Redding | Saturday, December 31, 2016 | 6:00pm

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just the heating and cooling unit was similar to iGreen’s quote to completely transform the home. They decided they were getting more bang for their buck with David so they signed off on the project and the iGreen team got started. David and his crew removed the home’s dated furnace and AC unit, replacing them with a heat pump and ductless mini-split system on the roof along with blowers in the attic. The system allowed for three separate zones to be heated and cooled on demand, ensuring that only the areas of the home being used at the time were drawing energy. David’s crew removed the old insulation and replaced it with higher-grade, high-efficiency insulation while also air-sealing the entire attic to make sure that the conditioned air remained where it needed to. Finally, David added a whole house fan to complete the system, allowing the Kaysons to release built up heat from their home in the morning and evening during hot Chico summers.

iGreen : The Kayson Family Paul and Susan Kayson moved to Chico in 1989 from the Bay Area. A real estate investor and a special education aide, respectively, the two purchased a 1968-built home on the east side of Chico that was in need of some upgrading. They set out to work and immediately replaced the 21 year old heating and air unit inside, along with a number of items, and continued to slowly remodel the home over the following 25 years, turning it into their own little piece of paradise. Last summer, Paul and Susan began seeing yard signs popping up across their neighborhood for a number of solar energy contractors. It seemed that each neighbor was using a different provider, so Paul began researching solar energy as a means to go green and decrease his family’s dependence on traditionally produced energy. Each solar contractor seemed to have a different business model; one sold you the solar array outright, while another leased it to you; another charged you nothing for the solar array itself, but instead charged you to use the energy it produced. And so it went, each business providing generally the same product under a different form of financing. As Paul continued his research on the various 20

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methods of obtaining solar energy, he continually found himself wondering if there was any sense to installing solar if his house wasn’t efficient to begin with. Considering it was a 60’s-built home, he decided to get an energy audit to find out. Paul and Susan visited PG&E’s website and found David Green at iGreen listed as a local energy audit consultant. They invited him to their home for an energy audit and found that their home was hugely inefficient; there were holes in the attic allowing both heat and conditioned air to freely escape, long lines of ducting resulting in a significant increase in energy use to push hot and cold air throughout the home, and low-grade insulation. David gave them a quote to replace their heating and cooling unit along with making the home energy efficient, and as Paul was moving out of sales and into semiretirement, decided to put the project on hold until the transition was complete. At the peak of the summer heat, the couple’s 25 year old heating and cooling unit finally drew its last breath, and they decided it was time to replace it. They reached out to another HVAC provider and found that the quote for

The changes to the home have made it so efficient that the Kaysons decided there was less need for solar and could go solar down the road instead; when they do, the system will be a fraction of the size and price they would have paid originally. When asked about their experience with David and iGreen, their faces lit up. Paul was quick to exclaim, “I’ve hired a lot of contractors over the years. Some are very conscientious and some have even been conscious [laughs]. David and his team were very professional and kept us apprised of what was going on at all times. They were hardworking even in the most trying of circumstances, under the house and in the attic during temperatures of 102ºF. I would advise everyone to get an energy audit before doing anything else; you can make better decisions on what to do afterward. It’s the logical step most people are zooming past. In terms of energizing your home, you need to know it’s sealed, the equipment is working right, and it all needs to be insulated properly. It’s important to have the foundation before getting into the fancier stuff. That’s what David is all about. We would definitely recommend iGreen to friends and family.” Enjoying their first full summer in their now energy-efficient and distinctly cooled home, the Kaysons couldn’t be happier with the decision they made. If you feel your energy bills are too high or your home’s energyefficiency is too low, call iGreen today and request an energy audit. As the Kaysons are sure to tell you, you’ll be glad you did.

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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 St. Lawrence. 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. Some of our customers that have installed solar panels on their homes are 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 St. Lawrence: 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 Eaton and left on St. Lawrence. 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 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 Raingutters & Downspouts: North Valley Raingutter 894-3347 Roofing - G & R Roofing Elaine Rios, 518-7760 Sheetrock - Butte Drywall Rick Woodcock, 693-0148 Smith Insulation Ed Smith 217-9425 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 21

HOMEGROWN SOLAR

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As with any building project, there’s no shortage of footwork when installing a solar energy system. There are assessments to be made, permits to be pulled, building codes to be followed, mounds of paperwork to be filed, and so much more. Each home or business is its own unique project with its own set of variables, and each step in the process presents a potential delay in completing the project. Experience makes all the difference here, and the team at Urban Design Solar certainly has plenty of that. By completing their homework on properties online ahead of time, they’re able to advise property owners of potential delays and how to fix them before starting the project, ensuring that all steps in the process go as smoothly and stress-free as possible. Equally important, they even have a PG&E expert on staff to make sure that finalizing paperwork at the end of the project is a breeze. To say they love a good challenge would be an understatement, as they often taken on projects that other solar energy contractors were having issues with or couldn’t complete in the timeframe necessary. Most recently, they completed their second largest project to date, a massive commercial system for a customer whose original contractor had failed to put everything together in the necessary time frame. Contacted by the customer just prior to taking off for the weekend, Sean and his

team worked diligently to get the project ready for install over the following 72 hours. By Tuesday morning, they were approved for install and on the job site working, achieving the customer’s original timeline. The story isn’t an anomaly either, as it has been a similar situation they’ve helped a number of other customers out of.

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There’s nothing we enjoy more at Upgraded Living than watching a homegrown business take flight, and we’ve had the distinct pleasure of watching Sean McCreary and his company, Urban Design Solar, do just that over the past year. Having built some of the more recognizable commercial solar energy systems around town—including Skyway Tools and Creative Composition on the Skyway, Star Liquors on Nord Avenue, and Armstrong Cabinets near the airport—their business has become known for completing large scale projects in surprisingly short periods of time. What they’ve learned while working on these larger projects has carried over into providing the same efficiency for smaller residential projects as well, making long wait times to see the benefits of solar power a thing of the past.

With 111 different solar projects completed last year alone, Urban Design Solar is making its mark on the local solar energy scene by providing great value alongside excellent customer service, and proof of this can be found on Yelp! Carrie Welch writes, “Sean and his team were great! They were prompt, professional and courteous. They worked efficiently (with all of the proper tools at hand) and even totally cleaned up after themselves. I can highly recommend them for your next job, big or small. If you are looking for a contractor who goes above and beyond—you’ve just found them!” Jamie L. of Chico writes “When I decided to look into putting solar on my house, I first contacted several solar companies in the area to see who could offer the best deal. Sean from Urban Design Solar was the first to show up and had a design and bid for me within 24 hours. He answered all my questions and didn’t pressure me to to go with his system. All the other solar companies took weeks to get back to me and were way more expensive. After signing with Sean, his crew was able to start the job right away. Sean dealt with all the permits and worked with me on the design. Sean goes the extra mile to make sure that his customers are treated right. He also referred me to a few different lending institutions that offer great solar loans… I have already recommended Urban Design Solar to my co-workers as they are top notch. Thanks Sean and crew!” WITH A FIVE-STAR YELP! RATING AND PLENTY OF OTHER CUSTOMERS POSTING RAVE REVIEWS, IT’S NO SURPRISE THAT THIS COMPANY IS GROWING AS QUICKLY AS IT IS. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW URBAN DESIGN SOLAR CAN HELP YOU SAVE MONEY AND DECREASE YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT, VISIT THEM ONLINE AT URBANDESIGNSOLAR.COM OR CALL 530.809.1079 TODAY! 23

For the Love of Lemon! Who doesn’t love a cheerful pop of citrus? Yellow is so much fun to incorporate into your home decor, and can easily transition from season to season without going sour (pun intended). We found some examples of beautiful yellow hues at Uptown Vintage & Shabby in Chico. Stop by their next pop-up market and pucker up to some sunny new decor for your home. Items shown were contributed by Barbed Wire & Bling of Uptown Vintage & Shabby, located at 1311 Mangrove Avenue in Chico. Check out their next pop-up market, August 18–21 from 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

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CAN GOOD BRING ABOUT BAD? BY DAN BOSCH

The overarching perception in today’s real estate market is that all is well… We have emerged from the pain and suffering of the real estate crash and collateral damage that accompanied it. Short sales, foreclosures and financial destruction have been replaced with an almost instantaneous Seller’s market, multiple offer scenarios, bidding wars and the feeling that this must all be for the best… Unfortunately, as with many things in life, it is not quite that simple. The strength of the market has created many new, interesting and often-times inconspicuous problems for both Realtors and clients alike. The root of many of the issues is the fact that the perceived abundance actually anything but. This is never truer than when it comes to those of us who are involved in real estate as a way to make a living… A look at the statistics casts a very different light than one might expect. A market that offers roughly 180 available homes and somewhere in the neighborhood of 500 licensed Realtors creates a significant imbalance. Add to this the 80/20 rule (an inexact, yet overall accurate fact that roughly 80 percent of the total transactions are completed by only the top 20 percent of agents) and the groundwork for problems is in place. If you need any proof or reinforcement of the disparity between those who are simply in the business and those who are doing the majority of business, just pay attention in your travels around town. You will no-doubt notice that certain yard and directional signs seem to mark a disproportionate number of street corners and front yards… All of this to say that while the market is definitely stronger, succeeding at a career in the business is by no means as easy might appear. In fact, I recently heard another frightening statistic that further emphasizes this point… Recent research show that there is approximately an 87% failure rate among agents who enter the real estate business. Realizing that the vast majority of agents are dealing with far more scarcity than 26

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abundance changes things. One of the issues that must be looked at differently is the interesting dichotomy that is defined by the phrase “payment for services rendered.” The benefit and drawback of this arrangement are one in the same… The client does not pay a commission unless their transaction closes… In this regard, real estate is truly a performance-based business. Bottom line—if an agent does not get the deal closed, they simply do not get paid. This applies regardless of whether an agent has ten hours or ten months invested. This is simple enough to grasp and might even leave you asking how this could possibly pose a problem for the client. I would answer by saying that contrary to what one might think, human nature often wins out in real estate as it does in many other of life’s circumstances. You see, Realtors have all of the same monthly responsibilities as anyone else—and in many cases carry an even larger financial burden due to the cost of being in business for themselves. Mortgages, car payments, insurance and other costs do not go away simply because a sale did not close. An ultra-competitive market like the one we find ourselves currently in can result in many agents being faced with an uncomfortable situation. They must decide whose interest comes first—theirs or their clients? After going months without a sale and when a closed transaction is the difference between a month in the black and being plunged into the red, offering unbiased counsel can be the ultimate challenge. When an Agent’s advice determines whether a client cancels or closes an escrow, then the danger ultimately becomes that their inexperience and a lack of success will fall squarely on the shoulders of their client. The person who has hired them for the very thing which they may not be able to provide… Honesty and guidance…

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 @ premier_team_chico HOME

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What is the one thing we must take with us when we travel? A suitcase. To some, a suitcase is just that—a piece of luggage we must carry when we are away from home. However, I believe a suitcase is worth more than just what it can carry. A suitcase gives us the ability to pack our belongings and choose our own destination.

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12 months ago, 16 year-old Kacey Johnson made the decision to pack her bags and become an exchange student. She applied for a scholarship to study abroad, and sure enough she was given the opportunity. Kacey wanted to become an exchange student so she could travel and have new experiences. Also, she was interested in Germany and its culture prior to her exchange due to her heritage. In August of 2015, Kacey left her home in Chico and flew to Germany. Before she began her new life abroad, she attended a language camp, so she could become familiar with the language. “It was hard to pick up, but slowly by slowly I began to understand. After four weeks, she took the train to meet the people that would become her family for the next ten months. “It’s all kinda strange,” Kacey says. “You get off the train and you start looking around for your family that you have never met before.” However, over the course of the eleven months Kacey spent with her host family, she formed a connection and made memories that she will forever cherish.

Throughout the year, Kacey gained so much more than just knowledge of a new language. She gained independence, confidence in her ability to make decisions and many, many memories. One of her favorite memories was a ski trip she took to Austria. However, there were some challenges Kacey faced over the course of her 11 month journey abroad. “The hardest part was the language barrier. It was difficult in the beginning to try and converse without having the ability to use certain words.” When I asked Kacey what the biggest cultural difference she noticed was, she said, “the food!” In Germany, bread is a huge part of breakfast, lunch, and dinner, which is something that differs greatly from customs in America. While in Germany, Kacey missed having peanut butter; now home, she misses the chocolate from Germany. Kacey’s 11 month adventure in Germany was an experience she will never forget. Not only did she open her suitcase those 12 months ago as she began her journey abroad... But she also opened her heart.

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What started as a simple swimming program for children with autism at Teresa Wolk Hayes’ house soon became what is now known as Little Red Hen, a community-wide program funded by Far Northern Regional Center to help employ adults with developmental disabilities and offer programs for children with autism throughout Chico. It was Teresa’s desire to offer help to those who had children with autism but who didn’t have the resources that inspired her to help make a difference. As the swimming program grew, Far Northern had offered to help fund her efforts and after seeing the work she had been doing with her garden, knew that what she was doing was going to be extremely beneficial for the community. Soon, what began as a small token of gratitude for her blessings, Teresa opened up Little Red Hen Plant Nursery. Started in 1993, the nursery became a place where adults with developmental disabilities could gain a sense of social and economic skills by tending the plants. Something as simple as a small garden began an opportunity within our community, where there were few quality services for those with developmental disabilities. The success of the nursery can be seen as Little Red Hen has grown exponentially throughout the years.

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The Gift Shop quickly followed as well as the Kitchen Store and the Floral Shop off of Cohasset Road in Chico. If you have yet to visit either of these stores, I implore you to do so. Without a doubt your inner Pinterest pinning heart will skip with joy when you walk into the Kitchen Store. I cannot think of a single place in town that offers such a wide variety of charming kitchen gadgets, accessories, trinkets and children’s utensils that are so utterly sweet, your teeth almost ache. I’m not much of a cook and my kitchen is ridiculously small, but my urge to buy everything in that store hit me like a ton of bricks. It wasn’t until I was able to sit with Teresa that I realized the importance of Little Red Hen’s shops and garden. The profits of the store, garden, and gift shops all go to the salaries of its employees with disabilities at Little Red Hen. The organization also pays above the minimum wage, giving those who might not have had a chance to work with the public, or even work at all, the opportunity to grow and learn and be a part of the community. More than just shops, Little Red Hen offers programs and classes for children on the autism spectrum. Little Red Hen also has a theater program called N.Y.G.V. (Not Your Garden Variety). Participants, both disabled and not, recreate their own version of The Wizard of Oz. It’s a charming rendition of the original that is adjusted to the needs of the participants. The production includes comedy routines, music, and a chance for those with disabilities to showcase their talents. This program is a part of the Lifespan Center at Little Red Hen and gives those with disabilities a chance to be involved in the arts as well as learn important skills for daily growth. The success of Little Red Hen is important because it continually offers a place for those with developmental disabilities to feel a sense of purpose and belonging. There is minimal turnover for employees and a few are celebrating their 10 and 14 year anniversaries. The newest shop, Vintage Hen, has been a great asset to Little Red Hen as it offers more jobs, not just in store, but to their online site as well, which is designed and operated by staff members. Little Red Hen is more than just a floral shop, or a kitchen store. It is a way of life for many who depend on, and are so grateful for, the opportunity they have been given to be a part of the community thanks to Teresa and her passion to give back. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT LITTLE RED HEN VISIT WWW.LITTLEREDHEN.ORG. 31

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WEALTH TRANSFER PLANNING According to an article in Consumer Reports1, 80% of all inheritances are spent within the first 10 years and less than 20% ever makes it to a third generation. For those who have responsibly saved and invested their assets over a lifetime, knowing that your life’s hard work may never reach your grandchildren can be upsetting. However, through proper planning and discussions with your beneficiaries, these don’t have to be your statistics. Passing on one’s wealth, whether it includes real estate, business entities, investment assets or cash can be a hard discussion to start. Most parents are uncomfortable discussing their finances and inevitable death with their kids. But this discussion is more than just about money and finances—it’s about providing your children or heirs with an understanding of your wishes, and helping

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them avoid the all-too-common family disputes after they are gone. It’s important for your adult beneficiaries to meet your financial advisor and estate attorney. This is the first step to making sure your wishes and investment philosophies are understood clearly. As advisors, we’ve seen quite a few second generation beneficiaries cause irreparable damage to family relationships because of perceived “unfairness”. However, fair is not always even. Sibling A may have cared for his parents and after their death receives a larger portion than sibling B. Or, maybe one child has received prior financial help from a parent but this is not accounted for in their estate plans. Inheriting large sums of money can cause good people to say and do things they normally would not do.

A few tips that can help facilitate a successful transition to the next generation are: 1. Before you speak to your family about your legacy wishes, make sure you have met with an estate attorney. An estate attorney will ask the hard questions and can normally provide you with a legacy planning worksheet in order to help define your wishes. We work closely with our client’s estate attorney and tax professional throughout the planning process. 2. Share your wishes with your family or a trusted friend. 3. Communicate early and often, and make sure any changes you want to make are reflected in your estate documents and beneficiary agreements. www.consumerreports.orgcro/money/personal-investing/how-tohandle-an-inheritance/overview/index.htm 1

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The southeast quadrant of Chico has been its own revolving rumor over for the past few years. The subject of a variety of stories as to exactly what was going on just beyond Bruce Road in the dark of night with industrial spotlights, large tarped mounds of earth, and plenty of roaming mechanical beasts, claims have been made from the more mundane necessary brush clearing to the outrageous extraction of a secret military bunker. Regardless of which side of the fence you’ve landed on though, one thing has remained undeniably true: there’s an awful lot of beautiful land out there. This month,

the rumor mill will finally stop turning as Oak Valley, Chico’s newest housing development, finally breaks ground—though we have no doubt the secret military bunker story will continue to live on. Purchased by Tom Fogarty in 1993, the 340-acre site extending west of Bruce Road along Highway 32 into the foothills is one of the final expansive frontiers located within Chico’s city limits. In search of a plot of land large enough to build his legacy project, Tom purchased the property with the intent to build the ideal Chico community. Zoned for

residential, mixed use, and commercial, the property was the perfect place for Tom to hang his legacy cap, and he did so until 2000 when he began working with Chico’s planning commission to make his vision a reality. In 2013, the development was finally greenlit after a considerable amount of time, money, and effort had been poured into the project, and plans to launch the development began taking form in early 2015. This September, nearly a quarter century after its purchase, the first phase of homes will finally be built on this property.

Though a good deal of time has passed since Tom originally purchased the property, his vision and commitment to creating the ideal community in Chico has remained the same. By utilizing creative methods of spacing homes and keeping cul-de-sacs small, future homeowners can look forward to closely knit micro-communities where they know their neighbors and enjoy convenient access to parks and recreation, like the park slated for development after phase-one is complete and the bike path that already runs through Oak Valley. With over 300 acres available, the opportunity here is truly endless. Phase-one of the project will see a total of 73 homes built over six separate floorplans consisting of both one and two-story single family residential homes, while phase two will offer another 86 homes for a total community size of 159. Appropriately styled to represent hints of traditional california craftsman details by local designer, Kimberly Cabral of Lot5 Design, the homes will feature larger lap siding with deep and rich exterior colors along with stone accents. Homebuyers will be afforded multiple elevation options and color palettes for each of the six floor plans along with plenty of modern options inside, including engineered flooring, granite and quartz countertops, paint-grade cabinets, full-height backsplashes, 36â&#x20AC;? vanities, large mirrors throughout, and various lighting packages to properly adorn the home.

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Attention to detail is evident throughout the homes from the 5” slab foundations to the thicker drywall and the door casings all the way to the oversized eight-foot tall entry doors. Even the landscape choices are built with our locality in mind as ¾ of the offered packages are drought-resistant, requiring considerably less water and maintenance than most landscaping around town. Finally, Fogarty envisions the subdivision as a solar community—solar will be offered at an affordable price on every home, and can be wrapped into the home loan at the time of purchase, saving buyers from the need to apply for a separate loan. The home features aren’t the only thing attractive at Oak Valley; it just so happens that the pricing is too. With 3 bedroom, 2 bath floor plans starting at just $275,000 and 4 bedroom, 3 bath floor plans capping at $350,000, these homes are perfect for first-time home buyers, families, and step-down empty-nesters alike. Better yet, the development has convenient access to Highway 32 and is just a few minutes away from Bidwell Park by bike. In keeping with the importance of local, nearly all contractors working on Oak Valley are local. Listing agents Adam Pearce and Eric Stofa of Coldwell Banker Dufour Realty in Chico have deep local roots and are on site Wednesday through Sunday from 12 to 4, as is preffered lender, Tim Cooper, and his team TOP PHOTO TOM FOGARTY, ERIC STOFA & ADAM PEARCE DISCUSS PLANS FOR THE FUTURE DEVELOPMENT BOTTOM PHOTOS SAMPLES OF MATERIAL OPTIONS THAT WILL BE AVAILABLE TO HOMEOWNERS

from Banc Home Loans. As all decisions on loans through Banc Home Loans are made locally, buyers can expect to be pre-approved on-site within 10 to 30 minutes. The process of buying a home couldn’t be any easier. Over the coming months, the subdivision will host a number of events to introduce the new community to Chico, including one we’re particularly excited about with Movie Mayhem and local food trucks. Tom and his team will be raffling off art, furniture, and a number of exciting prizes at each of these events that will be absolutely free to the public. You can certainly expect to see us there! FOR MORE INFORMATION ON OAK VALLEY AND ITS PROGRESS, VISIT THEM ONLINE AT OAKVALLEYCHICO.COM, CALL 530.424.8625. THE DEVELOPMENT IS OPEN FOR VISITORS FROM 12 P.M.–4 P.M., WEDNESDAY THROUGH SUNDAY, AND CAN BE ACCESSED BY TRAVELING EAST ON HIGHWAY 32 TOWARD FOREST RANCH, TURNING RIGHT ONTO BRUCE ROAD, AND MAKING THE FIRST POSSIBLE LEFT. WE CAN’T WAIT TO SEE THE FIRST PHASE IN CHICO’S MAJOR EXPANSION TO THE SOUTHEAST, AND LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING --KEYNOTES, NOTES & LEGEND 10 ALL OF YOU OUT THERE. 7 SCALE

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M E L BA 1 0 1 A Legacy of Learning Living on this earth for nearly 101 years is no easy feat. Melba Bailey’s story is a testament to that, as is the inspiration she has left on many of those who were blessed enough to get to know her. Due to Melba’s health, she wasn’t available for me to meet her in person, but instead I was given the pleasure to talk with her daughter Vicki (a retired United Airlines flight attendant), who gushed of her mother’s successes as would anyone who has ever met her or was lucky enough to have the pleasure of being taught by her. Many of us might not understand how much different life was 50 years ago, let alone 70 or 80 years ago. For Melba, many things were not as advantageous to her as they are for us now, especially women or those without certain educations. During the time Melba taught between 1938 and World War II, female teachers were not allowed to be married. While it was not put into law in California, the “marriage ban” was still put into use, meaning those who did teach and were married during that time were not put on the U.S. Census as teachers, making their work as teachers before World War II seem non-existent during retirement. Because Melba was married, she had to take a less traditional route to teaching that included homeschooling children in hospitals. It’s these issues that not only affected her, but inspired her to make a difference for women, teachers, and students. Melba Bailey began teaching in Los Angeles in 1938, though at the time she was not considered a “regular” teacher due to her marriage. She began her career outside of the school system at The City of Los Angeles Hospital. During that time, polio was still very much an issue and Melba taught sick children, many in iron lungs. It is a stark and sad truth that often there were days Melba would come to work to find a student had passed. Her job was not for the faint of heart, and for Melba, she was all heart. After moving to Durham in 1950, Melba taught for the Durham Unified School District. During that time she attended Chico State where she developed skills in Speech Therapy as well as Special Education. While Melba was sought by many to help their students read better and provide a quality education for those with disabilities, the fact that Melba did not have a PhD or Masters kept her from receiving the pay and recognition she deserved. Because of 38

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this and the fact that prior to World War II her years teaching were not accounted for when she retired, Melba knew there needed to be a change. Seeing an opportunity for this change, Melba began heading to Sacramento to fight for the rights of teachers seeking further education. By 1973, the Ryan Act of 1970 was passed that gave teachers seeking higher education the opportunity to expand their credential and earn better wages. Melba was a part of that significant event. Melba loved what she did and it showed. On her 100th birthday last November, the stories told about her inspiration radiated the room. Vicki recalled a story in which one of Melba’s past students was on one of Vicki’s flights to Singapore with a friend and he excitedly

began to tell Vicki about Melba’s influence on him. Halfway across the world, Melba just happened to be teaching the class of the friend he was with, proving that Melba reached many far and wide. It was Melba’s belief that reading is the foundation of education and she spent her entire teaching career not only emphasizing that, but making sure that every student that came to her was given the opportunity to have the best possible education. Melba’s legacy is more than just being a centenarian. Her legacy is her passion and influence on any and everyone who has ever met her. Even those who have yet to.

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Sweep Away Dull Skin! There are so many factors that make our skin dull, rough, and damaged. Sun, harsh products, environmental pollutants, and medications can effect the health of our skin. Keeping the skin exfoliated is key for getting rid of dead skin cells and debris left on the surface.There are exfoliating scrubs that are made from very abrasive materials that can do more harm than good, especially for those with sensitivities or reactive skin. At the Derm Bar Med-Spa, we recommend microdermabrasion to deeply exfoliate without abrading the skin. It stimulates blood flow, cleans out the pores, and leaves the skin feeling smooth, clean, and toned. The Dermasweep system is a non-invasive exfoliation treatment that uses a vacuum and brush tip to lift the skin against the bristles and remove the top-most layer. The vacuum system has variable settings with increased suction, and the tips vary to give a deeper cleansing for thicker, oilier skin types. A series of three microdermabrasions, done six to eight weeks apart, is recommended to get optimum results. There is virtually no down-time, but there can be some mild side-effects, such as swelling, redness, and possible temporary hyperpigmentation. These resolve within a day or two following treatment. Your skin will feel rejuvenated; smooth, fresh, and glowing! You will receive a full facial with the Dermasweep microdermabrasion, so be prepared to relax and enjoy your journey to more youthful, pampered skin! Call the Derm Bar Med-Spa at 530.342.2672 to book your appointment. DERM BAR MED-SPA 85 Declaration Dr. Suite 100 Chico, CA 95973 530.342.2672

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TA K I N G C A R E O F B U S I N E S S It is often said that we are what we eat, and although the statement is usually reserved for the long term effects of food on our body, it is seldom more immediately evident than after lunch during a workday. We leave the office with the best of intentions, to eat healthy and just enough to keep us fueled through the post-lunch hours, but once we’re presented with the idea of a greasy cheeseburger with bacon, those intentions seem to disappear altogether. Most employers know this will be the case too, and rush employees through the morning hours knowing that the dreaded post-lunch slump is quickly approaching. The countless hours in lost productivity due to unhealthy eating habits would be difficult to calculate, but the thought of employees operating at the same level after lunch as they do before it is something most employers dream of. Luckily, turning that dream into a reality isn’t all that difficult thanks to Bacio Catering’s new delivery service, BIZBOX.

With a number of options to choose from for carnivores, vegetarians, vegans, and the gluten-intolerant alike, BIZBOX combines healthy portions of items essential to delivering and maintaining energy throughout the workday. Best of all, these meals are made entirely from scratch with locally sourced, (mostly) organic ingredients that will keep you feeling good and focused all day! For carnivores, The Paleo offers a heaping helping of turkey meatballs, smashed yams made with coconut oil, and summer vegetable medley while the Red Boat offers crispy pulled pork, asian slaw, and thai noodles on a bed of leafy greens. For vegetarians and vegans, The Supernatural offers quinoa lentil, super kale salad, and power beets—roasted beets and yams with broccoli and

When it comes to eating right, convenience is just as important as flavor. BIZBOX allows you to skip the meal planning and have these delicious meals delivered directly to your place of business, Monday– Friday from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. They also offer express pickup weekdays from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. at 1903 Park Avenue in Chico if you order ahead of time at bizboxchico.com Boxes range from $5.75 to $10, and the minimum $50 purchase for delivery is easily achieved within a small office, and orders of $200 or more are delivered for free. If you’re heading home to a hungry family, fast food is usually an expected stop on the way for those with busy schedules. BIZBOX is just as beneficial for families as it is for those at work. Have dinner delivered to your office during the lunchtime delivery window and kiss those high-fat, exorbitant calorie dinners goodbye. TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF AND THOSE TAKING CARE OF YOUR BUSINESS IS THE RIGHT THING TO DO. DISCOVER MORE ABOUT BACIO BIZBOX BY VISITING BIZBOXCHICO.COM AND RECOVER THOSE LONG-FORGOTTEN HOURS OF PRODUCTIVITY YOUR TEAM HAS BEEN MISSING.

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Most employers know that a well-fed team is a happy team, and there are a fair share of employers out there who either provide food for their office or provide a buy-in plan to keep employees fed throughout the day. By choosing a healthy alternative to the usual sugary treats or high-fat deliveries that most offices stock, employers can ensure that the food fueling their team provides energy that releases at an even pace throughout the day rather than the supercharge/supercrash brought on by sugar or grogginess brought on by high-fat food. Bacio Catering took this into account when developing BIZBOX, their new meal delivery service built specifically for properly fueling businesses and increasing productivity through balanced meals. Better yet, the meals taste absolutely incredible.

almonds in a balsamic shallot dressing. With a total of nine boxes to choose from, getting into the repetitive food rut that often comes with healthy eating is far from likely.

MEN’S HEALTH A R E C H I R O P R AC T O R S F O O T D O C T O R S ?

Are Doctors of Chiropractic also foot doctors?

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When you think of a foot doctor, a podiatrist probably comes to mind. However, doctors of chiropractic who choose to treat extremities consider balancing the biomechanics of the foot as an essential component of overall skeletal alignment. Treatment may involve extremity manipulation, exercise, stretching, orthotic support, or taping. Probably the most common painful condition of the foot seen is plantar fasciitis. The Mayo Clinic staff defines “Plantar fasciitis (PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis) is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It involves pain and inflammation of a thick band of tissue, called the plantar fascia, that runs across the bottom of your foot and connects your heel bone to your toes. Plantar fasciitis commonly causes stabbing pain that usually occurs with your very first steps in the morning. Once your foot limbers up, the pain of plantar fasciitis normally decreases, but it may return after long periods of standing or after getting up from a seated position.” Plantar fasciitis can afflict people of all ages but is typically more common in those who are middle-aged. What makes the chiropractic analysis unique is the evaluation of foot biomechanics as it relates to overall lower extremity biomechanics, pelvic alignment, and posture. The most common conditions observed are subtalar pronation and leg length insufficiency. Subtalar pronation is

sometimes called “fallen arches” or “toe-out foot flare.” A “short leg” me be a result of stunted bone growth or improperly healed lower extremity fracture. If left untreated a chain reaction can cause painful conditions of the feet, knees, hips, sacroiliac joints or lower back pain. During the examination the chiropractor observes the alignment of the foot and measures the degree of foot deformity to determine the amount of correction prescribed to the lab making the functional orthotics. If indicated, the chiropractor will manipulate the stiff joints then take a neutral cast of the foot semi-weight bearing. At the laboratory the technician uses a plaster cast to vacuum mold the shell of the orthotic. Foot orthotics constructed in this fashion are called functional orthotics, which are quite different than off-the-shelf arch supports or accommodative orthotics which can be purchased at just about any sporting goods or shoe store. In summary, maintaining proper balance of the foot with functional orthotic support over time will help heal plantar fasciitis and will help normalize foot, knee, hip and low back biomechanics—especially if there is excessive foot pronation or leg length discrepancy.

HEALTH ADVICE

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GENE KEMPER

Gene Kemper, DC, DABCO is Matro/Kemper chiropractor. For more information, visit chicochiropractor.com or call 530.894.0234. H E A LT H & B E AU T Y

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Teacher SHoutout

My teacher Sabine Krygier is the most amazing woman in the entire universe. She was my 5th grade teacher and is my dear friend. She taught me to be confident, proud and to love to learn. I’m proud to be a teacher because she made me see the importance of being an educator. I’m 38 years old and I still look to her daily as a role model. She is currently fighting a second round with cancer and she is the strongest woman I know. She should be recognized because she has been such an amazing influence on so many lives. The photo was taken the day we shared a lunch and she was given news that her cancer came back. She still could smile and hold me with such fierce love. I cried the 2.5 hour drive back to Chico...and she was and is ever positive and a fighter. Sabine Krygier, you are the warrior queen, the educational genius and my hero. I love you. –Anna Hemstalk

Bloating can be as unwelcome as a thunderstorm at a summer picnic. For some women bloating only happens monthly, others find they bloat after they eat, and others when they are constipated.

• Fungal, bacterial, or flora imbalances

Whatever the reason, bloating can be embarrassing and inconvenient especially when we want to wear our new swimsuit or favorite sundress.

• Food intolerances

While bloating can be a temporary, hormonal condition, the kind of bloating that is associated with our tummy and bowels is more serious when it is chronic. If you feel bloated most of the time, it becomes more than a cosmetic, “my-pants don’t-fit” appearance issue. It’s your body’s sign that you have systemic inflammation. The solution of course is not to stop eating— besides who wants to? The answer lies in understanding what is causing your bloating then finding the right treatment approach to fixing it. In our clinical experience we have seen any one or more of the following causes of bloating. (Sometimes bloating can be a sign of a serious condition such as ovarian cancer, so please have this checked out by your doctor). Notice that all of these causes are associated with something not functioning properly in the digestive system or something we are putting into the digestive system. • Undigested food • Reduced stomach acid

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• Side effects of medications • Enzyme deficiencies • Toxin overload • Food sensitivities Because our bodies have complex and intertwined systems, there are many possible causes that can be associated with bloating. If you have tried other approaches that have not worked to reduce bloating, perhaps the approach has not addressed the correct cause(s). Our approach at the Digestion Relief Center first identifies what foods you are not digesting properly and then desensitizes your body to the foods that cause you to have allergy-like reactions. We then assess what digestive organs are not functioning at optimal levels and enhance your body’s ability to digest your food. Maybe it’s time to find an approach that gets to the cause so you can wear your favorite summer clothes again!

HEALTH ADVICE

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DR. GIAMMARISE

Since 1999, Dr. Patrick Giammarise, DC has helped North State residents by using a whole-body systems approach to health. He specializes in providing natural relief for food and environmental sensitivities, intolerances and digestive problems. For more information contact Dr. Patrick at 530.899.8741 or visit www.DigestionReliefCenter.com H E A LT H & B E AU T Y

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This basic yoga series will allow you to gather your energy to start the day off spirited and feeling great. We begin with these five asanas (postures) done in a sequence, and repeated for stamina and fitness. Please pause to awaken a deeper rhythm of breath; taking naturally slow, deep incoming and outgoing breaths. Completing this yoga series, repeat again, and begin to stay longer in each pose, reassuring your strength and flexibility. True mind/ body flexibility and strength will develop when practicing yoga on a daily basis. Namaste

#3 Adho Mukha Svanasana; Downward Facing Dog: This is a fantastic opportunity to experience the benefits of being upside down while strengthening the heart, upper back, and arms. We carry our own weight gracefully as we integrate all parts of ourselves.

FITNESS ADVICE VIA DR. PAULA BARROS OF CLEAR CREEK YOGA. VISIT CLEARYOGA.COM OR CALL 530.894.8756

Tadasana: Standing tall and still in “mountain pose” can help us ground down through all four corners of the feet. A variation with arms outreached overhead will draw shoulder blades firmly onto the upper back to assist lifting the heart and aspiring the heart to a greater potential. Shift the gaze up and back.

Balasana; Child’s Pose: This restful pose gently stretches the whole back, creating flexibility in knees, ankles, and hips. Allow your outgoing breath to empty completely and stay long enough in this relaxing pose to settle deeply within.

Uttanasana: Simple forward fold. This pose involves a deep breath outward as we learn to let go and move deeply back from the groins.

Balasana “side stretch” variation: Enjoy the long “side body stretch” from lifted hands through lifted armpits as you “crawl” your cupped fingertips off to right side, then left side.

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H E A LT H & B E AU T Y

Some “Other” Causes of Hearing Loss By Crystal Chalmers, Au.D

When most of us think of hearing loss and associated hearing difficulties, the rational thought is “exposure to loud noise.” And in most situations, that deduction would be correct, as loud noises account for the majority of hearing loss cases in the United States, as well as the rest of the world. But in some cases, hearing loss can be caused by a variety of other factors such as diseases, chronic illness, and adverse reactions to medications. Even malnutrition can be a culprit! Here are some of the “other” leading causes of hearing loss: • Diabetes can negatively affect the central auditory system’s ability to understand speech due to complications from deterioration of the system’s neural sheaths. • Certain types of antibiotics can cause hearing loss. • Elevated use of pain relievers such as ibuprofen and aspirin can cause hearing loss as well as tinnitus. • Hearing loss associated with over-the-counter (OTC) drugs is rare but can occur when dosage recommendations are exceeded. Always read and follow directions on all OTC and prescription drugs. If you would like to learn more about hearing health care, visit my website at www.nsaudiology.com. There is a wealth of information on this site. If you feel the time is finally right for you or a loved one to have their hearing evaluated, call my office today at 1.888.876.7450 and we will schedule a complimentary, no-obligation office visit… because hearing is a wonderful gift! NORTH STATE AUDIOLOGICAL SERVICES Located at 15 Jan Court, off of Forest Ave. Learn more at www.nsaudiology.com 1.888.876.7450

BEAUTY Q&A SUMMER HAIR BUMMER

Summer just wouldn’t be the same without a refreshing trip to the pool, but sometimes that pool water doesn’t quite agree with our hair. Here’s what you need to know to protect those luscious locks during your summertime fun! 1. Is exposure to chlorine bad for my hair? Chlorine removes the natural oils that cover hair, resulting in loss of shine and flexibility and increased susceptibility to damage. The reaction of chlorine combined with keratin results in the creation of water-soluble chemicals and weakens the chemical bonds between fibers that form the hair shafts. As the crystallization process occurs inside the hair, the chlorine crystals can separate the hair fibers, disrupting structural integrity of hair shaft. Once the bonds are broken, the hair becomes weak and ends of the hairs split. The chlorine salt crystallization process may also affect the hair cuticle. The cuticle is an outer layer of very hard, dead cells over the hair surface. If the chlorine gets between the scales it can push them up, making the cuticle rough and prone to damage. These flaked cuticles reflect light poorly, causing the hair fiber to looks dull and dry and feel rough to the touch.

protein in the hair shaft and deposit their color. The metal that produces the green tint is copper, which is most commonly found in algicides, though it naturally occurs in some water. The bleach that is added to a pool may be responsible for oxidizing the metal, but it’s not the cause of the color. Aside from copper, other metals may be present in water that can color your hair, including manganese and iron. You could just rock the green color—the Statue of Liberty has green hair for the same reason are wears it well—but if the color isn’t your thing, you can prevent it or reverse it. 3. How can I protect my hair from the effects of chlorine? Hair is very porous. Think of it like a sponge. If you swim in chlorinated water and have dry hair when getting into the pool, your hair is going to absorb the water as well as the chemicals. Getting your hair wet before swimming greatly reduces the amount of chemicals your hair absorbs.

2. Why does my blonde hair sometimes turn green after swimming? Many people assume that chlorine turns blonde hair green, but this isn’t the case. Oxidized metals in the water bind to the 48

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BEAUTY ADVICE

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TONIA BORDELON

Owner of A Cut Above Salon, located at 7635 Skyway Rd, Paradise. To schedule an appointment, call 530.877.7365.

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Cocktails for a Cause “Learn to bend, not break.” The motto jumps from a poster hanging in the reception room of Valley Oak Children’s Services. It is the first in a series of illustrations guiding families on navigating complicated circumstances without becoming overwhelmed. Though they decorate the more serious half of a room that faces the nonprofit’s colorful Lending Library, these earnest and eclectic captions reflect the agency’s own wide-ranging goals to improve familial well-being across Butte County. Valley Oak Children’s Services is a decades-old nonprofit dedicated to building strong, healthy families in the area. When viewing its long list of programs and resources, it is easy to picture a superhero cape flowing close behind (and with outreach programs including a lendinglibrary-on-wheels, it practically has its own Batmobile at the ready). Valley Oak welcomes all families regardless of income, providing workshops and resource referrals that cover topics from behavioral problems to financial independence—and to top it off, every visitor leaves its offices with at least one new children’s book to take home. This month the organization is hosting its sixth annual cocktail fundraiser, The Happiest Hour, to maintain these services and strengthen the popular Parent Cafe program, which is modeled after the World Cafe as a place for parents to have constructive dialogues with one another. Previously known as The Martini Event, the newly booze-inclusive evening should provide guests with enough cool drinks, good eats, and live music to distract from Butte’s hot summer nights.

The fundraiser will be hosted at Manzanita Place on August 20th, showcasing numerous local businesses and highlighting the collaboration that is essential for Valley Oak’s extensive resources as well as any large-scale community improvement. Vendors will include Panighetti’s Eatery, Sol Mexican Grill, Marcie’s Cupcakes, and Rumiano Cheese to name just a few, with a piano performance by the Kelly Brothers to keep energy high and encourage dancing between drinks. Additionally, the event will include a raffle and silent auction for attendees, as well as a free photo booth for anyone who wants to capture the fun on film. By bringing together so many parts of the community, the event functions similarly to Valley Oak itself, which works closely with businesses and childcare providers to create mutually beneficial relationships. For instance, the nonprofit has established a food program with local providers to reimburse those that serve nutritious meals. This program, which rewards providers for promoting healthy eating among children, is just one of many networks that have come together to form a strong support system for families across the county.

IT’S CLEAR THAT VALLEY OAK HAS FORMED STRONG RELATIONSHIPS WITH FAMILIES AND BUSINESSES ACROSS BUTTE COUNTY, BUT COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT IS AS IMPORTANT AS EVER. FOR THOSE WHO WOULD LIKE TO SHOW THEIR SUPPORT, TICKETS FOR THE HAPPIEST HOUR CAN BE PURCHASED ONLINE AT WWW. HAPPIESTHOURFUNDRAISER.COM OR IN PERSON AT THE VALLEY OAK OFFICES. THE EVENT GOES FROM 6:00 TO 10:00PM AND IS SURE TO BE AN EXCITING WAY TO BRING PEOPLE TOGETHER BOTH ON AND OFF THE DANCE FLOOR. 49

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John Stewart and generations of his family have been cultivating on their current property for decades. They started out raising chickens on the farm, but eventually switched to compost, and quickly after that to worm castings. It was 2002 when John came on board, advancing their computerized and automated processes with his knowledge in manufacturing. I was out there dumping these 50 lb. piles, sometimes at 10:30 at night prepping for next day. That didn’t last for long.” John created a new system that allows him to be completely hands off. The 13 trucks used to make deliveries all over California and beyond, now have an integrated controlled truck schedule. It took about eight months to get the software up and running, but it has been greatly beneficial and also allows for ease of communication with the Worm Farm’s sister location in Oregon.

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When you think of worms, you probably imagine long, wet and dirty things you sometimes use to fish. After visiting the Worm Farm in Durham my entire perspective on worms has changed. Although, I still think they’re kind of slimy.

So why exactly are worm castings beneficial to soil? The biology that we get from the worm castings (enzymes from the gut of the worm) are helpful in nature. They help destroy pathogens in the soil, specifically E.coli, root knot nematode, and pythium, which can be harmful. The worm’s movement also helps loosen and break up the soil, allowing for more oxygen to reach the plants and help them grow. At the Worm Farm, they use red worms (Eisenia fetida). That specific worm is known for its composting benefits. These little guys are particularly good at material reduction and surface dwelling, unlike nightcrawlers that burrow. They also eat a quarter of their weight each day. That would be like a human eating around 35 pounds of food daily! Red worms love vegetables and fruit, but do not eat meat, dairy, or seeds. They have no teeth, so biting is out of the question. When asked to describe a worm in his own words, John said “a living soil fertilizer. Or depending on who I talk to, I might say a squirmy bug, about the size of a pencil lead.” One such group he might use that latter description with is the young students who come out to the Worm Farm to learn about biology. The Worm Farm Learning Foundation is a free workshop, where groups of all ages can come and learn more about worms, soil, and how they work together to create healthier plants. Students come every season for a tour, sit down discussion, and a nice dig in the dirt. “We get lots of master gardeners out here, lots of homeowners and home schoolers, too!” Any person who is interested in the biology behind quality soil and worms should visit the Worm Farm. In the name of full disclosure, before coming to the Worm Farm, worms really weren’t my thing. I often saw them dried up dead on the sidewalk or stepped on them accidentally in the grass, feeling that familiar squish beneath my foot. After a handful of red worms was placed in my hands, I immediately felt different. Watching them calmly move together through a little dirt was almost soothing. Knowing that their natural biology helps grow the food we eat everyday made the squirms in my palm bearable, even welcome. John ends our interview with acknowledgement of the perhaps unorthodox product that has landed them a segment on the tv show “Blue Collar Millionaires” and many write ups. “I care about the product that I’m selling and stand by it.” We are so glad there are people out there willing to get dirty, if it helps make our world a cleaner place.

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Chico Scramble

By Morning Thunder Café

Ingredients:

Directions:

3 Hillshire Farm hot links

Scramble all ingredients together and serve with hash browns and favorite toast.

3 large eggs 1 slice of cheddar cheese 5 or 6 rings of an onion slice RECIPE COURTESY OF MORNING THUNDER CAFÉ. 352 VALLOMBROSA AVE, CHICO, 530.342.9717.

Teacher SHoutout

Charlotte Lauer-Dietz Harkness’s energy in the classroom was contagious and could make any potentially “boring” lesson the most exciting thing ever! She also gave me the skills to write the best research papers which totally paid off in high school and college! –Alli Babb

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FOOD

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Seafood Pasta

By Forcella Italian Bistro

Ingredients:

Directions:

3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided

Add 2 tbsp of oil and 2 tbsp of butter to a hot, nonstick pan. Add shallots and garlic and saute till fragrant (do not brown). Add filets of red snapper. Sear one side, then turn over. Add prawns and calamari. Add wine and marinara and reduce for one minute. Add salt and pepper to taste. Turn off heat and swirl 2 tbsp of butter into the sauce to thicken. Serve over angel hair pasta which has been tossed with 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, garnish with parsley. The key to the dish is to not overcook the seafood.

4 Tbsp butter, divided 2 shallots, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 large prawns 2 calamari tubes, sliced 2 fillets red snapper 2 Tbsp white wine Âź c marinara salt and pepper to taste 2 Tbsp fresh chopped parsley 2 servings cooked angel hair pasta 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

RECIPE COURTESY OF FORCELLA ITALIAN BISTRO. 1600 MANGROVE AVE, CHICO. 530.809.1530. WWW.FORCELLABISTRO.COM.

C H I CO P E R F O R M A N CES

2016-17 Season SEPTEMBER 10 Chico World Music Festival 11 Colvin & Earle 13 Shanghai Acrobats

North State Symphony Scott Seaton brought excitement to Laxson Auditorium in his first year as Music Director of the North State Symphony. Fans frequently told us: “that was the best concert yet!” Scott’s secret for creating the “best concert yet!” is to daringly program classics alongside unexpected works by often undiscovered contemporary composers. And he’s doing it again for our 2016–17 concert season! You’ll hear beloved overtures and symphonies by Gershwin, Mendelssohn and Schumann. You’ll also discover a rhythm-driven piece just for strings, an ethereal soundscape shaped by harmonics and breath, and an energetic work inspired by American politics. We’re also unveiling our new NSS POPS! series— it’s so new, we’re still working with Uncle Dad’s Art Collective on the exact details. Season tickets are on sale now, with single tickets for all concerts going on sale August 14. For details, call the University Box Office at 530.898.6333. More information is at www.northstatesymphony.org. Follow us on facebook, too!

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MARCH 5 Enso String Quartet 18 Dervish 25 Lucky Plush

22 Dr. Dolittle Jr. 25 La Boheme 26 Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers OCTOBER

28 Movie: Dirty Dancing 30 Spotlight Performances APRIL 1 Rhythmic Circus

5 Dave Rawlings Machine 8 Parsons Dance 14 It Gets Better: LGBTQ Celebration 27 Capitol Steps 30 Verona Quartet NOVEMBER 3 Whose Live Anyway? 12 David Sedaris 20 Asleep at the Wheel & Hot Club of Cowtown 27 Lucia di Lammermoor DECEMBER 1 - 4 A Very Chico Nutcracker 9 Jake Shimabukuro 11 Lee Ann Womack JANUARY 21 Booker T Jones: Stax Revue FEBRUARY 3 -4 Abbey Road: UDAC 9 Las Cafeteras

2 Broadway Boogie 13-14 Banff Film Festival 30 Tosca MAY 25 Annie Jr.

12 Elixir of Love 17 BiRDMAN LiVE: Antonio Sanchez 19 The Nile Project 26 Poemjazz Robert Pinsky & Laurence Hobgood

More Info and tickets at: www.ChicoPerformances.com | 898-6333

Member/Donor Tix: Aug. 1 | Series Tix: Aug. 6 | Single Tix: Aug. 15

GIVE NOW GIVE MORE August 1st marks the beginning of the 10th annual Annie B’s Community Drive! A collaborative fundraising program made possible by the North Valley Community Foundation (NVCF) and its sponsors, the drive benefits over 250 nonprofits that sign up each year. It is the largest grant program of its kind in the region, covering Butte, Glenn, Colusa, and Tehama counties, and has generated over $8 million for local charities over the past nine years. The strategic drive allows local donors the chance to work as a community, support their favorite charities, and collectively work towards change! We couldn’t be more excited for its launch! From August 1st through September 30th (ending at 5pm), all gifts made to Annie B’s participating charities will receive a percentage grant from NVCF. Typically, this grant is between 8-10%. A number of notable and worthy brands are represented by this drive, and we’re excited to present information on 14 of these Annie B’s participants in the immediate pages to follow. We hope you take the time to read through these mini-profiles and discover more about what these incredible organizations are doing within our community. Please remember that all donations made to these charities until September 30th must be made through NVCF’s Annie B’s website to qualify for the 8-10% grant addition. For a complete list of Annie B’s participants, or to make an online donation, please visit www.nvcf.org/donate. To make a gift by check, simply mail it to NVCF at 3120 Cohasset Rd.Ste. 8, Chico CA 95973. Make sure to include the participating charity’s name on the “payable to” line (i.e. Annie B’s/My Favorite Charity).

WALK WOOF WAG walkwoofwag.com

THE GATEWAY SCIENCE MUSEUM csuchico.edu/gateway

FOREST RANCH CHARTER SCHOOL forestranchcharter.org

ONE MOBILE PROJECTOR PER TRAINER (OMPT) ompt..org

WHO THEY ARE Walk Woof Wag is a fund raiser walk created to provide medical funds for Chico Animal Shelter. Our goal is to provide as many stray nd surrendered animals as possible the necessary veterinary care they deserve as they await their permanent homes. In the past two years we have helped over 40 animals. YOUR DONATION All donations and net proceeds are given directly to CAS medical fund. To register for this year’s September 10, 2016 walk or make a donation, visit walkwoofwag.com. Donations are accepted throughout the year and may be made on our website or by mailing a check to Walk Woof Wag c/oNVCF.

WHO THEY ARE The Gateway Science Museum brings world class traveling exhibitions and quality programming to our region. Interactive activities engage visitors of all ages in unique science, technology, and engineering experiences. Located at 625 Esplanade, we serve as a gateway connecting campus and community. YOUR DONATION Your contributions help to ensure the Gateway’s ongoing ability to host quality traveling exhibits and engaging science activities. Examples of programming include class field trips, summer camps, workshops, and career days. For details on direct gift options, please visit our Give a Gift page under Participation, at gatewayscience.org.

WHO THEY ARE Forest Ranch Charter School is a free, public K-8 charter school located in a beautiful forested setting in the foothills 13 miles east of Chico. Our small size and intimate setting provide a safe and supportive learning environment rich in elective, art, and science exploration options. YOUR DONATION Donations of time, supplies, and funds are needed. Funds are used to support our educational program, providing adequate facilities and electives, fine art, music, field trips, outdoor science education, scholarships for sports, and overnight educational experiences. Donations can be made via phone at 530.891.3154, or online at forestranchcharter.org.

WHO THEY ARE OMPT is a Chico based non-profit organization that capitalizes on the advances in mobile and cordless technology to help the poorest billion people on the planet. They train organizations to create videos to improve health, agriculture, and education in developing countries.The videos are shown on cordless projectors in areas without electricity. YOUR DONATION Will go toward: subsidizing OMPT projects related to improving agriculture, education, and health around the world. Contact Claire Pelley, Program Manager at cpelley@ompt.org or 530.343.7868. 55

NORTH STATE SYMPHONY northstatesymphony.org

MUSEUM OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA ART (MONCA) monca.org

BRIDGING THE GAP FOR BREAST CANCER FUND FOR WOMEN UNDER 40

CHICO COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP ASSOCIATION chicoscholarships.org

FRIENDS OF THE ARTS FriendsOfTheArtsUpstate.org

BRAIN INJURY COALITION braininjur ycoalition.info

WHO THEY ARE North State Symphony performs classical and educational concerts in Chico and Redding. Our Music Director, Scott Seaton, leads the orchestra into his second season full of new and exciting events! Check out our profile elsewhere in this issue. Join US at the concerts and consider a donation through the Annie B’s Community Drive. YOUR DONATION Donations help to cover concert production and other operating costs. Donations can be made through North Valley Community Foundation or online at www.northstatesymphony.org.

WHO THEY ARE The mission of the Museum of Northern California Art is to make art accessible and promote awareness of Northern California artists through collections, exhibitions, and educational programs. We have created pop-up museums, will continue visits into schools as Driving Docents and will always participate in community events even as we open our doors this fall. YOUR DONATION Donations through the Annie B’s Campaign will be used to transform the iconic 1927 Veterans Memorial Hall into an interactive and exciting art museum and community space. Donations to monca can be made by check to AnnieB’s/monca and mailed to 900 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926, or made online at www.monca.org.

WHO THEY ARE The Bridging the Gap for Breast Cancer Fund was established in 1998 and is locally funded from the 20th annual Pink Ribbon Golf Tournament sponsored by Canyon Oaks Women’s Club. YOUR DONATION Donations provide diagnostic testing, mammography, a portion of biopsies for women in Butte and Glenn Counties, scholarships to children and siblings of breast cancer victims, and Chemo Comfort Bags. We welcome you to play in this year’s Pink Ribbon Open, October 2, 2016. For questions or information, please contact mfwedo@comcast.net.

WHO THEY ARE Since 1970, CCSA has provided 3,919 scholarships to high school seniors of Chico who intend to pursue further studies at an accredited institution. We act as a clearinghouse where donors have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of these deserving students. YOUR DONATION Your donation will be used to fund scholarships for deserving high school seniors from Chico. Our annual fundraiser will be held on Wed., Oct. 19, 2016, at Beatnik’s Coffeehouse from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. We also conduct a donation newsletter drive from December to March. You can also donate through our website at chicoscholarships.com.

WHO THEY ARE Friends of the Arts is a State/Local Partner to the California Arts Council and promotes communication, education, economic development, art appreciation, advocacy and collaboration in Butte County and the surrounding region. YOUR DONATION We gratefully accept donations and/or sponsorships. Please call 530.431.881 for more information or stop in at 500 Main St., Suite. 150 in Chico Tuesday–Thursday noon–5 p.m. and Monday’s by appointment only.

WHO THEY ARE Brain Injury Coalition (BIC) is a non-profit organization of individuals with brain injury, family caregivers and professionals who provide education, information and referral to services specific to brain injury. BIC provides monthly support/educational workshops, and support for caregivers. YOUR DONATION Donations support monthly educational workshops, community social activites, maintaining our office, workshop scholarships for individuals with brain injury and their families, the caregiver connection support group, and outreach to expand our services. Donations can be made to Annie B’s/ Brain Injury Coalition and mailed to NVCF.

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TOPCATS ON THE RIDGE topcatsontheridge.org

NORTH VALLEY CHAMBER CHORALE

WHO THEY ARE TOPCats on the Ridge, Inc. was organized to provide for the welfare of feral, homeless, and abandoned cats in the Paradise area. They adhere to the policy of trap/neuter/return to help control the population of local colonies of feral cats. If kittens are born to feral mothers prior to being spayed, they are socialized and adopted out to loving homes. YOUR DONATION TOPCats relies mainly on donations to fund their program. They are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, and donations are tax deductible. To volunteer time or inquire about donations, please call them directly at (530) 872-8112.

WHO THEY ARE The North Valley Chamber Chorale is a vocal ensemble whose goal is to bring the highest quality choral music to the North State through exceptional performances, providing its members and audiences with musically rewarding and enjoyable experiences.

YOUR DONATION Donations will go toward music purchasing, rental of performance northvalleychamberchorale.org and rehearsal space, hiring of accompanist and instrumentalists, promotional materials, program printing, video and audio recording technicians, honorariums to recital performers. Visit our website at northvalleychamberchorale.org or call 530.592.6248 for information on sponsorship.

BUTTE 2-1-1 Butte211.org

PATRICK RANCH patrickranchmuseum.org

WHO THEY ARE People in crisis often don’t know where to find help. Butte 2-1-1 is the simple 3-digit solution that refers callers directly to the resources they are looking for via our helpline, text-line, or online database. Calls are free, available 24/7, multilingual, confidential, and are met by compassionate specialists who want to understand problems and offer reassurance. YOUR DONATION Donations through Annie B’s Community Drive keep 2-1-1 operating so we can continue efficiently assisting people experiencing hardship by linking them to supportive services. Frequent services we refer are housing, utility assistance, food, legal services, health care, family support, and transportation.

WHO THEY ARE In 2001 Hester Grim Patrick bequeathed the museum’s grand 1877 farm house and surrounding 28 acres to the valley residents. Hester and her husband William Garrison Patrick were the last residents of the ranch and were dedicated to preserving the agricultural history of the Sacramento Valley, including social, cultural and economic aspects. YOUR DONATION Patrick Ranch Museum offers a variety of activities including field trips, exhibits, and special events to inspire the community all year. We remain committed to the vision Hester Patrick had to educate guests about our natural history and the agricultural significance of the area. We invite those of all ages to visit Patrick Ranch to experience its unique contribution to our great community.

Teacher SHoutout

I had amazing Spanish teachers who taught me not only how to speak the language (which I use everyday to communicate with my patients) but how to understand and appreciate different cultures. Carrie Gordon Watson at Chico high school and Jim Bill and Kristina Demaree at Chico State had a unique style of teaching and caring and I’m forever grateful to them! –Sheevaun Khaki

Jaymee Vue is an amazing teacher who has the biggest heart of anyone i have ever met. She goes above and beyond to see her children through empathetic, loving eyes and serving as a foster youth liasian on her campus to give extra support to foster youth at her school. –Donka Rini

WRITTEN BY EMMA HOPPOUGH PHOTOS BY ERIN HANSEN

Through the Looking Glass Needham Stained Glass Studio is nestled quietly, sturdily, within a row of similar red brick businesses in Downtown Chico. The business operated for three years out of a corner studio upstairs in the Phoenix Building before settling into its current space. The shop has sat in this location for 43 years, watching other companies come and go while its own practices and primary wares have remained relatively unchanged. With technology rapidly encroaching upon many art forms (even creating new fields), stained glass offers an unusual constancy in the art world that has grounded Needham Studio’s owner Mick Needham as the city’s go-to glass man. Growing up in Southern California, Mick’s artistic interests were varied and less technical than his current work: he spent much of his time drawing, and explored painting and pottery after moving to Chico as a young adult. It was here that he developed an interest in stained glass, a passion that is evident decades later in the way he digs eagerly through folders of old sketches and proudly describes the development of each project. So what has kept Mick interested in glasswork all these years? “The design process is really cool for stained glass because it’s not like anything else,” he says. “There is any different number of ways to write a solution to a client’s needs.” Because his work is created for individuals rather than galleries, Mick must utilize his architectural and aesthetic knowledge for projects, thinking critically as well as creatively. Considering questions of glass density and opacity, architectural modernity, and personal sensibility, Mick thinks in the big picture to create what customers envision--even when that vision is an intricate glass recreation of their favorite tattoo. (Incidentally, he isn’t too shy to suggest appropriate alternatives when necessary.) Interestingly, Mick explains that customer requests and attitudes have only fluctuated with the demand for stained glass itself--in fact, very little has changed in the studio since it first opened. Mick has avoided computer design programs (“the learning curve is too steep”) and instead prefers to hand-draw a “scribbly rough sketch” and finalize designs with crisp pen outlines on tissue paper. Although Mick is not stuck in the past, his son Aaron attributes his extensive knowledge of historical architecture and glass usage to the longevity of the business. Mick concurs, saying glass “is relative to the technology of the time”--oddly enough, he has found success through his own relative indifference toward contemporary crafts and technology. When changes do arise within the studio, they come from organic developments rather than reactionary impulses. Mick explains that although he works in different styles to suit clients’ needs, his own tastes have evolved from art nouveau to the “sophistication and subtlety” of arts and crafts. Meanwhile, Needham Studio has bloomed into a family business since Mick’s sons Evan and Aaron started working alongside their father. Though it’s unclear who will take over when Mick decides to retire, it’s safe to say that with his passion for the craft, wide recognition (he won a national contest just last year), and local influence, Mick doesn’t need to look to the future to understand his accomplishments. VISIT NEEDHAM’S GLASS STUDIO AT 237 BROADWAY STREET IN CHICO OR CALL 530.345.4718.

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