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FROM THE PUBLISHER It’s been awhile since I’ve written one of these things, so I hope you’ll bare with me! Stepping back into these shoes to write a publisher’s note after nearly two years out of practice has proved to be a more difficult task than I originally expected, but a poignantly timed one nonetheless. That practice, of course, was relieved by our recently departed editor-in-chief, Erin Hansen, who we had the pleasure of working alongside for nearly 6 years. Her contributions to the magazine from her start as a photography intern to her time as editor-in-chief were truly priceless, and we couldn’t be more proud as she starts the next chapter of her life with her beautiful family in Sacramento.

I refer to this note as poignantly timed because Erin’s transition comes at a transitional period for all of us. Summer is starting to shed its green hues for more colorful tones, Chico’s decibel level has increased a welcome threefold, and the stifling heat is finally giving way to cooler temperatures. Within the magazine, we’re having our own little transition as we celebrate our 10th anniversary and welcome a number of new faces to the Upgraded Living team. We couldn’t be more excited for the unique flavor that each and every one of them bring to the magazine and look forward to seeing how Upgraded Living grows from it.

I hope that you revel in this transitional time of year just as we are. There are few times in our neck of the woods that are as beautiful or charming as the start of fall, so get out there and add some adventure to your life! This issue is full of opportunities to do just that—from wineries to annual festivals and everything in between. We’ll look forward to seeing you out there!

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CONTENTS SEPTEMBER 2017 COMMUNITY 10 Introducing Cool Kids: Justin and Brandon Dodds 18 Local Spotlight: The Monks of New Clairvaux Abbey 20 Two mothers give thanks to those at The Salvation Army 22 Apple Blossom Baby owner shares her struggles with PMAD 24 Get to know Downtown Oroville

HEALTH & BEAUTY 12 Meet Yasmin Hauenstein of North Valley Eye Care 14 Crack the code for losing and keeping unwanted weight off 32 A holistic approach to living pain free 34 To shave or not to shave? Your beard and shaving questions are answered

HOME & GARDEN 36 New Again Kitchen Remodeling Presents House Call: Light, Bright, and Totally New Again

42 Chico Custom Cabinetry: From Charming to Custom 46 New boutique invites Chico to make themselves at home 48 Handy advice for tackling a messy garage this fall 50 Nice rack! Turn a garden tool into a fabulous, hanging wine glass holder

ARTS 61 Share some laughs with local comedian Annie Fischer

FOOD & FARM 54 Spend a night at home with these two savory recipes 56 Wild Oak Vineyard and Winery shares the secret behind their Chico sun-kissed grapes

FEATURE 58 We raise a glass to these fine, local, and sustainable wineries

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Justin and Brandon Dodds have always been go-getters. They truly are two of the most driven and ambitious people I know.

Perhaps it has to do with the sense of brotherly competition they share, for not only are they brothers—they’re twins! Telling these two apart may be difficult for some, but once you get to know them you can definitely see their unique traits. One thing they have in common, however, is their passion for community service.

The Dodds have always been involved in community service, though in recent years it has been showcased in a big way: with their founding of a charity cycling event called Cycle for Sjögren’s. They may sound young to be founders, as they’re 17, and were only 14 years old when the first event was held, but anyone who knows them will tell you they are perfectly suited for the job. Now, after three annual events, Cycle for Sjögren’s has raised more than $20,000 benefiting the Sjögren’s Syndrome Foundation (SSF).

So, what is Sjögren’s? Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease attacking a person’s moisture-producing glands. It can cause dry eyes, mouth, and skin, and often occurs with disorders such as arthritis and lupus. Although Sjögren’s is much more common than disorders such as lupus, it is much less well-known. There is still an immense amount of research that needs to be done to fully understand Sjögren’s, and it currently has no cure. The money raised by Cycle for Sjögren’s will go to the SSF to help finance research and promote awareness.

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Sjögren’s has a special place in the hearts of Justin and Brandon, as their mom, Paula, was diagnosed with Sjögren’s in 2014. With Cycle for Sjögren’s, they hope to not only raise money, but raise awareness because, as Brandon puts it, “It’s hard to raise money for something when no one knows what it is.” The event itself is a bike ride of either five or 30 miles, and is a great way to get your family active and contributing to an important cause. It was featured in the SSF newsletter in 2015, and in 2016 won the SSF Development Service Award.

As for Brandon and Justin, they’re dreaming big, hoping to attend schools like Harvard University. With their hard work and impressive résumés, I don’t see any reason why they shouldn’t, and I know they’re both destined for greatness. However, I’m sure they won’t get too caught up in their success as they are both extremely humble. Justin says, “[community service is] being appreciative of the gifts you’ve been given, and sharing them with gratitude. It’s about helping someone other than yourself.

That is what we try to do with Cycle for Sjögren’s and with all other aspects of life.” I couldn’t have said it better myself. If anyone deserves recognition it's these Cool Kids, and they’d love it if you’d participate in their event this year on Sunday, Sept. 17.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER, VISIT CYCLEFORSJOGRENS.COM.

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Yasmin was hired as a physical therapist at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Miami Beach and quickly began living out her dream of helping others. Her continued commitment to her patients and the hospital over the years that followed, eventually earned her the directors position for the inpatient rehabilitation department. It was during this time that she met Jim Hauenstein, who was working for McKesson as the Outsourcing CIO. The two fell in love and were soon married. Jim was offered a position at Enloe Medical Center in 2005 and accepted; Yasmin joined him in Chico one year later.

Having never visited California, Yasmin decided to take a break from work and get to know her new home. She became enchanted with Northern California and quickly made close friends throughout her adventures. Jim had done the same and introduced Yasmin to Dr. Isaac Barthelow, a local ophthalmologist whom he worked with at Enloe.

They quickly became friends and, recognizing her social skills, Dr. Barthelow invited her to join the team at North Valley Eye Care. With another opportunity to help others on the table, she decided to accept.

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Yasmin Hauenstein Passionate About Patient Care Originally from the southwestern coast of Puerto Rico, Yasmin grew up as a self-proclaimed beach bum, spending every free moment working on her tan and enjoying the kind of freedom that only the open ocean can provide. Raised in a big Puerto Rican family who focused on celebrating life and those closest to them, there were few days that didn’t involve fun family get togethers, delicious food, and plenty of dancing. Her grandparents lived next door, giving her parents the support base necessary to achieve success in their respective careers alongside their parental responsibilities, and afforded their grandkids priceless advice from a life’s worth of experience. With everyone feeling complete in life and career, alongside the immense support available, those raising Yasmin were full of nothing but encouragement for her direction in life. It was this encouragement, coupled with Yasmin’s natural drive to succeed, that pushed her to follow her dream of helping those in need.

Determined to complete her schooling quickly and move on to her career, she enrolled at Interamerican University and University of Puerto Rico Medical Science Campus full-time, committing her summers to school and the promise of finishing early. She decided to study physical therapy and traveled to Florida to complete her 12

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Yasmin began working in the optical department for two to three days each week but quickly outgrew the position. She took over the position of surgical coordinator, scheduling an average of eight surgeries on each surgery day for Dr. Barthelow who was looking to help more people during the time he had available. She began working on creating a more effective surgical timeline and developing NVEC’s surgical business, increasing the number of daily surgeries to 20, and making room for Dr. Barthelow to help those who couldn't afford eye care themselves.

During the last eight years, Yasmin has helped significantly grow and develop the business. She is now Director of Surgery Services for three surgeons at North Valley Eye Care in Chico, Ridge Eye Care in Paradise, and Royo Eye Care in Marysville. When asked what she enjoys most about her career she said, “I love working for someone I truly admire, who cares as much about the community as I do. Dr. Barthelow is always on top of the latest in surgical technology and techniques, and it's great to work with someone who is so passionate about what he does. I love meeting with patients and getting to know more people in my home town through the business. Best of all, I get to do what I love and help others in need.”

Yasmin was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2010 and set her sights on beating it, which she did. Officially cancer free for four years, the experience gave her a new outlook on life and only furthered her dedication to helping others. When she’s not at North Valley Eye Care, she can be found enjoying the outdoors or anxiously awaiting the opening of Downtown Chico’s brand new Children’s Museum with her daughter and 8-year-old granddaughter. She invites anyone with any eye-related issues to visit the team at North Valley Eye Care and is quick to point out that the physicians there are not only great doctors, but wonderful human beings who truly care.

IF YOU’RE IN NEED OF EYE CARE OR WANT MORE INFORMATION ON NORTH VALLEY EYE CARE’S COMMITMENT TO THE COMMUNITIES IT SERVES AND BEYOND, CALL 530.891.1900 OR VISIT THEM ONLINE AT NORTHVALLEYEYECARE.COM.

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affiliation at Baptist Hospital when she was just 19. She decided she wanted to move to the U.S. permanently and, after earning two bachelor's degree, did just that.

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Reasons Why You're Not Losing Weight (And Not Keeping it Off)

From cleanses to fitness challenges, and cutting out specific foods to eating more of other foods, figuring out how to lose weight can often feel like a round of the game Jeopardy. So many of us are constantly trying new diets and fitness regimens in the hopes we’ll get it right this time.

The hardest part of selecting a diet and fitness plan is predicting what will work best for your body. Again, no two people are exactly alike (which may help explain why so many different— and sometimes contradictory—diet and fitness systems exist).

Knowing your body type will allow you to address the specific obstacles you’ll face while working to reach your fitness goals.

Once you know your body type, you can structure your nutrition and exercise plan to best suit your needs.

Our trainers at Whole Body Fitness have the expertise needed to formulate movements and exercises to match your weightloss goals. From strength building to posture and alignment, our trainers will work with you individually on a variety of movements that will never put you in a position that compromises form or injures your body. We believe implementing a customized approach that takes into account both your nutritional strategy and fitness routine is the only way to lose weight and keep weight off reliably, without experiencing the whole yo-yo dieting effect.

Do you feel as if you’re doing everything by the book and, yet, you just aren’t seeing the results you are working so hard to achieve? The truth is, you’re not alone. Americans spend more money on dieting, dieting products, and weight loss surgery than anyone else in the world. We follow erroneous advice such as carbohydrates are the enemy, or that cutting calories is the only way to lose weight. It seems some people have cracked the code to losing weight, while the majority of us continue to play process of elimination, grasping onto anything that will yield results. We’re here to tell you there is no quick fix or one-sizefits-all approach to health and fitness. Let us rephrase that, what will work for you, will not work exactly the same for someone else, and vice versa.

3. Your Body Has Adapted to Your Environment

The key to sustainable weight loss is customization—integrating a customized meal plan and exercise routine that fits into your lifestyle and meets the goals you want to accomplish. In the following piece, we discuss three reasons why the approach to health and fitness you are currently taking may not be yielding sustainable results.

At Whole Body Fitness, we don't limit ourselves to just one approach.

Each person responds a little differently. It's those differences we identify and evaluate for you to ensure your program is moving forward at all times.

At a certain point, your body adapts. This allows you to survive while increasing or decreasing the amount of food you eat.

Without managing this response, permanent weight loss is almost impossible. Our registered dietitian and fitness trainers will work with you by providing effective workouts and up-to-theminute feedback in order to make decisions about your day-today intake and physical activity. We then give you the green light when you’re on the right track, and provide warning signals when your body isn’t responding optimally—all based on an evaluation of your results and no one else’s.

1. You’re Eating Like Everyone Else Your metabolism is a moving target. You can’t treat it the same way all the time. What works for John won’t necessarily work for Brad, and what worked for Brad last month may not work for him today. That’s one HUGE reason why most diets fail. So, why should you eat like someone else, and why should you eat the same all the time?

The answer is you shouldn’t—not if you want optimal results. At Whole Body Fitness, we use an integrated nutritional method that finally closes the door on cookie-cutter diets by providing an evaluation-based system for nutrition planning. Through the combination of knowledge from our in-house registered dietitian and proprietary technology platform, we curate a specific nutrition strategy that fits your lifestyle needs as well as weight loss and health goals. In doing so, we will be able to track and analyze your results, and adapt your plan so that you are moving forward at all times.

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Paying It Forward SCHOLARSHIP DOCTORS NOTION OF

North Valley Health Education Foundation is a unique program with a rich history within the Chico community. The nonprofit got its start back in 1974 through the Chico Community Hospital Auxiliary, where they allotted scholarships and held educational health seminars within the community. Once the hospital closed, those involved continued the scholarship program. NVHEF is governed by a board of 16 volunteer directors, 12 of whom are elected from the community, and one each from Butte College, Chico State University, UC Davis, and Enloe Medical Center.

Students completing medical graduate programs are offered more opportunities to garner grants and loans, but those individuals in the preliminary stages of their education have little to grasp at for financial support.

NVHEF fills a niche and eases a monetary strain. “When board members went out and tried to compare our offerings with other scholarships—there weren’t any,” said Jennifer Griggs, scholarship committee chairperson for NVHEF. “There are very, very limited scholarships and that just reinforced the great need that we have.”

A slew of applicants out of the area often submit, but Sara Beacham, NVHEF executive secretary to the board of directors, explained they are encouraged to apply but priority lies with supporting locals. An average of 16

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$30,000 is disbursed annually for those furthering a career in the medical field. This past year, NVHEF partnered with Enloe for the medical center’s physician recruitment where both were able to offer a toppling $27,000 to nine Medical/DO students and residents.

Graduating seniors who participate in the junior volunteer program at Enloe are also eligible to apply.

The NVHEF program is open to those from the Yuba/Sutter line to Shasta County, and all the little nooks in between. High school graduating students, who have been Enloe Medical Center Jr. Volunteers, venturing off to pursue an education in health care are also able to apply. NVHEF’s investment in aspiring medical professionals goes beyond aiding economically.

Jennifer and Sara shared a caring glance when asked if any recipient stood out. Because the scholarship selection committee carefully scans through applicants, they get to know each one’s story and witness their journey.

“They’re such sad, emotional tales filled with triumph and to get these people in the program and into the schools with their great GPA, you just want to give them thousands and thousands of dollars!” Jennifer said.

Their ideal candidate is a driven person who has lived within the Butte County area,

graduated from a local high school with aspirations to pursue a career in medicine, with the added notion their student will return to their community. Financial assistance and community service is heavily considered during the vetting process. “We understand these students go to school in very difficult programs, they have a family, and we know they have very limited time,” Jennifer said.

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WE GET A LOT OF RETURNING ADULTS WHO COME BACK TO SCHOOL AND THE VAST MAJORITY OF THOSE STUDENTS ARE SINGLE PARENTS. THERE’S A GREAT NEED, THEY’RE VERY TIED TO THE COMMUNITY AND WE WANT TO SUPPORT THAT."

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO DONATE TO NORTH VALLEY HEALTH EDUCATION FOUNDATION VISIT NVHEF.COM OR CALL 530.591.4161.

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Local Legend: THE MONKS of NEW CLAIRVAUX

Stillness, solitude, and silence are pillars of virtue for those at The Abbey of Our Lady of New Clairvaux. From their home in the little town of Vina, California, the monks residing there offer hospitality to guests, serve in mutual charity, and live out their contemplative witness of silence, stillness, and solitude in a chaotic and sometimes harsh world.

Cistercians of the Strict Observance are a Roman Catholic order of monks founded by Saints Robert, Alberic, and Stephen Harding in A.D. 1098. The Cistercian way of life is cenobitic, meaning each monk's search for God occurs within the monastic community. Today they are referred to as Trappists, guided by the ancient Rule of Saint Benedict, and in 1955, Our Lady of New Clairvaux Abbey was founded.

Father Paul Mark Schwan, clad in blue jeans, a powder blue collared shirt, and Birkenstocks, greeted us with a firm handshake and a blessing. Fr. Paul Mark, who serves as the Abbey’s Abbot, spoke in a soft cadence. As abbot, he oversees the monetary of 16 monks who hail from all parts of the world. He has devoted his time at this location for about 37 years. Before joining the monastery, Fr. Paul Mark worked as a reporter with a promising career, but something weighed heavier on his heart. Instead, the writer sought a life of prayer, work, and a dedication to the gospel. It’s a radical way of leaving behind the world and his family, but Fr. Paul Mark chose this path.

“We hear a different drum beat and we’re to march in a way other people don’t quite march to,” he said. For him, it wasn’t an option, it was an imperative, but it certainly wasn’t love at first sight. Fr. Paul Mark admits to still struggling through his journey of being called more deeply into the mystery of God. It’s not a life of deprivation, and it’s not 18

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without elements of joy. Part of their ministry is to support themselves by the labor of their own hands, and the Abbey’s labor comes in the form of winemaking.

New Clairvaux translates to “clear valley” or “valley of light,” and it’s a true testament to all the winery and monastery embodies. Resting alongside 600 acres of their beautiful vineyard sits their 800-year-old gothic Ovila Chapter house. It’s currently under construction but, once completed, it will become the new Abbey Church soon to be open for public services.

Before blocks of vines were planted, the monks sustained themselves harvesting prune and walnut orchards, but their location has a rich history of grapes. The land was once owned by Peter Lassen, a DanishAmerican rancher and prospector, and then by Leland Stanford, an American tycoon and founder of Stanford University.

In 2000, they planted vines and teamed with the Sunseri family to create the wines of New Clairvaux. Select monks, like Brother Francis, have begun working closely with Aimée Sunseri, a fifth generation winemaker who recently was awarded International Women's Winemaker of the Year Award. Along with harvesting and processing the grapes, the monks also help sell the wine. Any given weekend, they are staffed to help out in the tasting room at New Clairvaux, which is a short walk from the vineyard. It’s a 50/50 enterprise. Together, they have found success in winemaking that is delicious and fairly priced.

The secret to such fruition? Processing grapes the day of harvest. It’s their special ingredient to great winemaking that has secured them 150 medals in national and international competitions. To further their mark in the wine world, Aimée and the Abbey are also mindful of their carbon footprint.

“It has been a labor fueled by principle and accompanied by lots of sweat,” wrote Brother Luis. “It is often not easy to do what is right, but it is certainly satisfying to know that we have taken to heart the Holy Father's exhortation to do something to protect and preserve creation for the benefit of all and for God's glory.”

fermentations. It also makes better wine, especially red wine because sulfur will bleach out the burgundy pigment during an important time needed to extract color.

Amongst the daily regimen of making wine, prayers, and devotion to God, the life of a New Clairvaux monk is not stressed with deprivation but rather fulfilled with otherworldly light. Brother Guerric, who comes from Brunei in Southeast Asia, works as an infirmarian and has been at the Abbey for nine years. He has found that part of the challenge of his time at the Abbey comes from taking a vow of obedience that requires him to do things outside his comfort zone. The push into discomfort, though alien in its beginning, has provided him with new revelations about himself. As Guerric plainly states, “You discover parts of yourself you didn’t think you could.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT NEWCLAIRVAUX.COM OR 26240 SEVENTH ST, P.O. BOX 80, VINA

Since the release of Pope Francis’ environmental encyclical “Laudato Si,” the monks have adapted new methods in the fields to reflect the mindfulness illustrated in the 2015 doctrine. Though the approach has been more laborious, their new organic program utilizes natural and time-honored methods to control pests. It will take three years of using organic farming practices before New Clairvaux is eligible to become certified organic in their vineyard operation, but they are on their way with earth-friendly methods. Those at the winery take a scientific, yet gentle, hands-off approach, so the grapes can speak for themselves.

Any additives used are intended to guide a healthy fermentation.

As a good steward of the land, the winery is run on solar panels, and water audits are conducted yearly to monitor usage so none is wasted. Since cleanliness is next to godliness, Aimée said this notion reflects how the winery and vineyards are kept. By keeping the fruit and equipment orderly, sulfur is not added at the beginning of 19

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LOVE IS AN ARMY It’s getting to be evening on a Tuesday in August when I show up at The Salvation Army Community Center on East 16th Street to meet Lt. Arwyn Rodriguera. She greets me warmly as I walk in and introduces me to Hillary and Lori, two women who have benefitted, in lifealtering ways, from the services provided by The Salvation Army.

As we all sit down together around a table in a large, echoing room, the women began to share their story. I start to gain an understanding of the enormous and seemingly bottomless reserves of strength and determination each had to possess in order to recover from their addictions and save themselves, and their children, from a future on the streets.

Between them, Hillary and Lori have six children. Adam and Tracie, Hillary’s son and daughter, are 10 and 11 years old. They, along with Lori’s older children James, 13, and twins Lily and Lindsey, 11, were able to go to sleepaway camp twice during the summer with help from The Salvation Army.

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“One thing I was afraid of—being a single mom with four kids—was not having a community and having to raise them alone," Lori said, holding 1-year-old Liv in her lap. "Being here, my kids have gone camping twice this summer.

I’ve never had an opportunity like that. [Now my children] have, and we’re so blessed.”

Across the table, Hillary wears the uniform of a soldier, one who has committed herself to the doctrine and mission of The Salvation Army. She sits proudly in a black pencil skirt, her crisp white shirt, with blue epaulets emblazoned with a white 'S,' tucked neatly into the skirt waistband and her brown hair pulled back into a neat bun.

“I started using at the age of 13 and pretty much grew up in chaos and dysfunction,” she said. “Addiction is in my whole family, and it just tore us all apart."

The speed of her lifestyle finally caught up to her, which caused the mother to recognize her troubles, and sparked her desire to change.

"I really didn’t know what I was here on this earth for and what I was going to do with myself, and I said you know what, I’m going to turn myself in. I want to start over. So, that’s what I did.”

Three years later, Hillary has graduated from the rehab program at The Salvation Army and has been hired to become the family outreach coordinator beginning Oct. 1. She will be helping others with the very same care someone once did for her when she was in a dark place.

“We all have a history, but we’re all saved," Lori said. "We’re all doing better. [My family and I] needed a community, and God answered my prayers.”

WITH YOUR HELP, THE SALVATION ARMY CAN CONTINUE TO EXPAND AND PROVIDE MORE SERVICES FOR THOSE WHO NEED IT MOST. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT CHICO.SALVATIONARMY.ORG AND FB.ME/ THESALVATIONSARMYOFCHICO FOR LOCAL UPDATES.

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No Bad Apples Here!

The importance of family runs deeper than being a great mother to three little ones. Darci Crossin, owner of Apple Blossom Baby, earned a degree in child development and worked as a preschool teacher, director, and parent educator for 12 years, prior to opening her Chico store with husband, James Crossin.

Being around babies and helping families was her calling.

Her storefront at 1372 Longfellow Ave. provides popular and hard-to-find new items, locally-crafted treasures, and highquality resale products. They also offer baby shower and birthday registries. Being submerged in all things babies allowed the mother of three to not only supply products she has faith in, but to also spend time with her girls. “I stopped a normal career so I could run a baby store to be with my kids,” Darci proclaimed. “That’s the whole center of my being—my children.”

Her journey to success as a business owner and healthy mom was no care-free stride.

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clouded her with the birth of her first child, who is now 12. Darci’s daughter was born with lung complications, and the new mother shifted those anxiety-riddled emotions to the stress of her child’s health.

In that postpartum haze, she opened Apple Blossom Baby.

Darci encountered levels of stress she thought came with new responsibilities. It took her awhile to recognize she was experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.

Facing these misplaced feelings came about organically when Darci began speaking with other mothers who visited the store. Though the sadness was beginning to surface, Darci pushed it aside. The stigma associated with postpartum depression discouraged her from talking about it, but railing against those emotions made healing worse. She didn't experience any PMADs with the arrival of her second daughter. Implementing selfcare practices, like taking 20-minutes walks, journaling, and getting as much sleep as a pregnant woman can get, helped Darci combat the darkness.

“To some degree it’s a little bit like a crapshoot,” Darci said. “I think it’s a

combination of luck-of-the-draw. But if you do end up with it, I do know that it can be mitigated by having a positive support system and having the ability to talk about it, and not lose your sense about being a good, caring mother.”

When her third baby surprised her family, her PMADs returned, but Darci had more of handle and felt less guilty. The Chico business owner stands by the importance of self care during and after pregnancy and wants to remind other mothers grappling with these emotions to maintain their health. “This doesn’t define them or their journey as a mother,” Darci said. “It’s just a part of it. You can still be an amazing, loving mom while still dealing with this.”

Mothers Strong is a collaborative of local businesses, agencies, and mothers who are concerned with ensuring families have access to supportive PMAD resources.

Find Mothers Strong on Facebook and learn more about PMADs and local resources at helpcentral.org/mothersstrong.

IF YOU FEEL THAT YOU OR A MOTHER YOU KNOW ARE AT RISK FOR PMADS, SIMPLY DIAL 2-1-1 FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE. THE PATH TO WELLNESS IS JUST A SHORT PHONE CALL AWAY.

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Scott Seaton

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SEASON Music Director

REFLECTIONS BARBER School for Scandal Overture RACHMANINOFF Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini featuring Sara Davis Buechner, piano SIBELIUS Symphony #2

Renée Michel, MBA

Joe Sweeney, CFP®

rmichel@amgchico.com

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CALL US TODAY:

Saturday, September 23 | 7:30 pm Cascade Theatre, Redding tickets: 530-243-8877 | cascadetheatre.org

530.342.2900

2452 Lakewest Drive, Chico, CA 95928

Sunday, September 24 | 2:00 pm Laxson Auditorium, Chico tickets: 530-898-6333 | chicostatetickets.com

www.NorthStateSymphony.org

Securities and advisory services offered through Registered Representatives of Cetera Advisor Networks LLC (doing insurance business in CA as CFGAN Insurance Agency), member FINRA/SIPC. Some advisory services offered through Sweeney & Michel, LLC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity.

CA Insurance License #: 0H82321 and 0I22683

Common Traits of Our Most Successful Clients Part 2 One of the great joys of our business is being able to meet and work with hundreds of families in our community. Our profession allows us to get to know them on a different level than many social relationships. Most clients share anything from their family history to current business strategy to long-term giving intentions. We would like to share some of the common traits we admire most about our successful clients.

Looking for opportunity: Complacency is rarely rewarded in a free-enterprise economy.

Whether through career advancement, continuing education, investment opportunities or new lines of business, earning more is the primary focus for these clients. The sharp business mind will always find a way to be productive.

BY RENEE MICHEL, MBA, AND JOE SWEENEY, CFP ®, FINANCIAL ADVISORS AT ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP

Avoiding debt: Credit cards, student loans, and revolving debt lines carry huge interest rate charges. That money paid toward interest could be, instead, working for the borrower. Many of our wealthiest clients are fundamentally opposed to debt, and therefore have more to save and invest for their future.

Enjoy their career: The old adage goes, “if you enjoy what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.” Retirement from a 40-hour work week may be a goal for many, but most of our successful clients enjoy what they do and don’t ever completely stop working. They find excitement after their career ends through being involved with people, and applying decades of knowledge in a new role. The daily involvement with others is reward enough, even if their new paycheck (or lack thereof) resembles more of a hobby.

Giving Back: Giving to the causes they care about is a priority for most of our wealthy clients.

They may give time as a volunteer, cash to their church, or investment assets to a foundation.

It’s obvious why giving has repeatedly been attributed to a happier attitude and a higher sense of self worth.

Renée Michel, MBA and Joe Sweeney, CFP® | 2452 Lakewest Drive, Chico, CA 95928 530-342-2900 | 800-333-2901 | (F) 530-342-3925 | rmichel@amgchico.com | www.sweeneymichelamg.com Securities and advisory services offered through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC (doing insurance business in CA as CFGAN Insurance Agency), member FINRA/SIPC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity.

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walk alongside the river below Oroville Dam. For bikers, take a ride to loop around Thermalito Afterbay and alongside pastures where you’re sure to come across cows. Along the south side of the Feather River, one section parallels an old train route with a long tunnel. If you’re looking for a challenge, the north side of the river has a hill to climb.

There are plenty of of exits along the trail to stop by any Downtown Oroville businesses.

THIRST QUENCHERS For a mix of recreation and wine, head to the Purple Line Urban Winery, located at 760 Safford St. The first of its kind in Oroville, George and Kate Barber “bring the grapes to town,” sourcing their grapes from many local vineyards and then crushing, fermenting, and bottling the wines in their urban facility. They offer several varieties, all with fun names. Try their red blend, Bed Rock N Red, named after Oroville’s Bed Rock Park. Another popular wine is called Little Red Panties, described as “a soft, supple, seductive, and provocative red blend of four varietals.” Not only do they have $5 wine tastings, they also have an outdoor area with bocce ball courts.

For those who prefer beer, Miner’s Alley Brewing Company, located at 2053 Montgomery St, offers locally-crafted beer and a delicious selection of pub fare. Try their (530) BUR-GERR, a hamburger with a grilled pineapple ring, Miner’s Alley’s special Teriyaki sauce, swiss, and garlic Sriracha aioli, which they recommend pairing with O! Dam, a wheat citrus beer.

Just outside Miner's Alley, visit Union Square for the Saturday farmer’s market with live music, where you’ll find everything from local produce and dairy to handmade goods.

EASY BITES The Exchange, a new craft cocktail and tapas bar at 1975 Montgomery St, is part of the ongoing revitalization of downtown. Along with their delicious menu, an upscale bar will be serving classic cocktails, craft beer, and California wines. A grand opening celebration will be hosted 5 p.m. Sept. 12 with live music from 7:00–10:00 p.m.

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Discover Downtown

OROVILLE Discover the many attractions Downtown Oroville has to offer. From outdoor recreation, fun activities or even just a bite to eat, discover everything there is to do in Downtown Oroville, with more than 160 years of history in your backyard.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES If you’re looking to get out of the house this fall, check out Brad Freeman Trail, which boasts 40 miles of biking and walking trails.

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View local artists or take up a new hobby at Brushstrokes Art Studio and Gallery, located at 1967 Montgomery St. This gallery showcases more than 20 artists who work with varying mediums. Brushstrokes also offers weekly painting classes where you can create your own masterpiece, available for both children and adults.

CELEBRATE THE SALMON FESTIVAL ON SEPT. 23 Every year Oroville celebrates the return of the wild Chinook Salmon to the Feather River by holding The Salmon Festival in Downtown Oroville and at the Feather River Fish Hatchery, located at 5 Table Mountain Blvd. Find a wide array of local vendors at the street fair, along with live entertainment. There will also be a kid’s zone and much more to entertain you.

THE OROVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WANTS YOU TO COME OUT AND ENJOY THE DIFFERENT EXPERIENCES YOU CAN FIND IN DOWNTOWN OROVILLE. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT OROVILLECHAMBER.COM OR CALL 530.538.2542.

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The North State Symphony launches its 2017–18 concert season with “Reflections,” the first concert of its newly-minted Masterworks Series on Sunday afternoon, Sept. 24, at the Laxson Auditorium.

"We're so excited to begin our popular four-concert Masterworks Series, which this year ranges from Sibelius to Tchaikovsky, and many other cornerstone favorites of the classical repertoire,” said Scott Seaton, NSS music director and conductor.

The September concert begins with Samuel Barber’s School for Scandal Overture, which sparkles like cut glass in a reflection of the comedic intrigue behind the 1777 play that inspired the music. Next up, Rachmaninoff reflects on famed violinist Niccolo Paganini in a musical tribute for piano and orchestra.

Special guest artist Sara Davis Buechner will give us a tour of Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini that “…

Rachmaninoff himself would have relished,” (Milwaukee Journal). The concert concludes with the Second Symphony of Jean Sibelius—a thrilling symphonic masterwork of bracing sweep that Sibelius once described as “a confession of the soul.”

Tickets are on sale through the University Box Office by calling 530.898.6333. For more information, visit us at northstatesymphony. org, and follow us on Facebook, too!

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SECOND CHANCES It was hard to capture the true essence of the human spirit Douglas Newell possessed.

His prognosis before entering Twin Oaks was nothing short of a death sentence and, for a moment, it seemed as if he was headed toward the final days of his life. But, Douglas having been on the brink of death once before, knew deep in his heart it wasn’t time yet.

Prior to getting pneumonia for the third time in four years, Douglas lived a very normal life.

He was fairly active, rode his bike daily, loved coffee, walking his cat Sparky, and enjoyed his time at the casinos. Little did he realize the casino is the same place he would catch pneumonia. For each time he got sick, he was given incredibly strong medicine, leading ultimately to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which made breathing increasingly difficult. Three weeks after contracting pneumonia for the third time, Douglas— already having trouble breathing and getting worse—was taken to the hospital where he was also diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, the nail in the coffin for most patients.

While Douglas continued to tell his story, his wife handed me a glass of water with Thick-It added, a thickening agent to help Douglas drink, since water, which seeps into his lungs, is no longer an option for him. She flavored it with apple juice and I adjusted my expectations as I drank it. I imagined this was Douglas’s life now and couldn’t fathom having to deal with the inability to breathe or even drink something as life-sustaining as water.

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In February, Douglas was told he had weeks to live and, after leaving the hospital, he was sent to Twin Oaks to live out his last days. But something strange happened to him at Twin Oaks—he was getting better. He was originally set up to be sent to the critical ward, but his wife saw something in Douglas and even he knew these couldn’t be his last days.

There was no logic behind being diagnosed with cancer, so his wife asked for a second opinion. How could he be getting better if he was dying? The day he was scheduled for the critical ward, he received the great news of not having pancreatic cancer. Instead of preparing for goodbyes, he spent three months rehabilitating at Twin Oaks.

Douglas and his wife cannot praise Twin Oaks and the staff enough for his second chance at life. Their passion and dedication to their patients, the care, and consideration for his life was captivating.

Before leaving, I watched Douglas take his cat, Sparky, for a walk. It was beautiful seeing Douglas taking advantage of his health as best he could. Though he can’t ride his bike yet and he has a few health issues, he’s still quite active. Even in the midst of chronic pain, which you’d never know by looking at him, Douglas is living a sweet, simple life up in Paradise with his wife and their cat. I can’t help but be in awe of the human spirit Douglas possesses.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT TWIN OAKS POST ACUTE REHAB CENTER, CALL 530.342.4885.

10 Years

Of Loving Your Skin!

The Derm Bar Med-Spa opened in the fall of 2007 by Dr. Vimali Paul, an internist with a passion for helping her patients find answers to their skin-care issues. Originally in Downtown Chico on Main St, the Derm Bar moved to Philadelphia Square in 2011 to be closer to Dr. Paul's medical practice.

Since then, the business has grown exponentially. Starting with Dr. Paul and her sister Dr. Jane doing lasers and injections, one esthetician, and a receptionist, the business has grown with the addition of three registered nurses, two estheticians, a massage therapist, plus office staff.

Because hearing is a wonderful gift!

“A Fuller Life!”

“Dr. Chalmers and her staff’s attention to detail have given me a fuller life. I can hear my children and grandchildren, which gives me great joy. And I am able to keep my job!“ — Shawn Sutton, Merchant Marine, Oregon House, CA

We’re celebrating over 20 years of serving the North State!

Call us today and mention you saw us in Upgraded Living for a complimentary appointment...Because hearing is a wonderful gift!

Crystal Chalmers, Au.D. Doctor of Audiology

1 (888) 876-7450 Located at 15 Jan Court, off of Forest Ave, behind Raley’s Sky Park Plaza

Learn more at www.nsaudiology.com

All procedures are performed by licensed trained professionals, and they pride themselves on their commitment to giving the best possible service at reasonable prices, while caring for each client as an individual. When we look good, we feel better, and having skin issues, from acne to aging, diminishes our self confidence.

Skin technology has come a long way in 10 years, so finding a solution for most concerns is easier now with our variety of skin-enhancing procedures. Med-spas do not treat potential skin cancers or chronic conditions, so getting a thorough check-up by a dermatologist is recommended before any cosmetic procedure at the med-spa.

Dr. Paul and the staff at Derm Bar welcome you, as we look forward to the next 10 years in business!

DERM BAR MED-SPA 85 Declaration Dr. Suite 100 Chico, CA 95973 530.342.2672

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YOUR HEALTH RECOGNIZING AND TREATING DEMENTIA

Do you have a loved one who was recently given a differential diagnosis of dementia? Dementia is a progressive change in the brain's function and, although it’s unable to reverse or cure, there are multiple opportunities to treat this lifechanging disease.

A speech-language pathologist (FSCP) plays a critical role in the screening, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of individuals living with or recently diagnosed with dementia.

The SLP will assess a multitude of cognitivecommunicative areas that lead to the determination of dementia as well as provide staging and severity of levels.

Here are a few areas SLPs will address using formal and informal testing: • memory problems • disorientation • difficulty with language understanding and expressing • eating or swallowing changes

• Feeding and swallowing treatment • Treatment and compensatory strategies for hearing loss Treatment for dementia is individually based. SLPs provide options and training for individuals and their system in order to enhance the loved one’s sustained abilities and compensate for their cognitive decline. Options offered by SLPs include cognitive stimulation therapy, environmental modifications, external memory aids, memory training programs, Montessoribased treatment, reality orientation, reminiscence therapy, validation therapy, and feeding and swallowing treatments.

To ensure the quality of services, SLPs collaborate with many paraprofessionals in the caring for individuals with dementia.

Skilled and experienced SLPs know the importance of medical collaboration and understanding in the assessment and treatment of patients. If you would like more information, contact your local speechlanguage pathologist.

• attention • ability to follow complex sequence tasks (paying bills, making meals) Once the SLP assesses the individual, an opportunity to stage the severity and progression follows. There are seven stages of dementia ranging from 1 (no cognitive deficit) to 7 (severe cognitive deficit). The SLP is able to take information and stage an individual, then plan an appropriate treatment. SLP is also able to do the following: • Provide extensive caregiver education and support • Create and generate treatment options specific to lifestyle needs 30

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H E A LT H A D V I C E VIA SPEECH THERAPY OF BUTTE COUNTY For more information visit, www.speechtherapyofbutteco.com or call 530.892.9127

But it doesn't hurt?

Have you ever been told you should do something by your dentist or doctor and think, “Why should I? It doesn’t hurt!” I sometimes think the same thing when I take my car in to be fixed. Why should I change or replace all of these things on my car when it still brings me from point A to point B and is working just fine? People think the same things about their bodies. If it’s not hurting and it seems to be working, then why do anything?

I have had this discussion many times with patients. I go through all of the information we have, including x-rays, pictures, and recommendations from other health care providers. I can point out the problem area in a variety of ways and people still ask me, “Why should I do anything? It doesn’t hurt and it's not causing me a problem right now.”

The answer is that the problem is easier to fix at a time of our mutual choosing, the procedure is often more straightforward, and the recovery is often faster. If I ignore the maintenance on my car like someone ignores the regular maintenance on their body, it can break down on them. I recently passed someone on the side of the road with their cell phone in hand and wondered if they had waited to do something on their car that they should have done earlier. It can be hard to find the perfect time to schedule an appointment for yourself, but it’s a lot easier to drive your car into the shop when you want than to be picked up off the side of the road. Take the time to take care of the problem with your mouth, face, or body before it breaks down on you.

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YOUR HEALTH TAC K L I N G PA I N W I T H O U T O P I O I D S

Pain is experienced by most people sometime in their life. It can be relieved on its own, with medications or physical therapy, but many struggle. For years, opioids were thought to be a safe, low-risk option for managing pain. Though they can be helpful for short-term pain, they aren’t ideal for chronic or long-term relief. People can develop a tolerance, needing higher, more frequent doses for the same level of discomfort. Opioids can cause pain to worsen and have many side effects.

The national epidemic of opioid abuse, addiction, dependence, and deaths are linked to prescription pain medications chemically similar to heroin, such as hydrocodone, oxycodone, fentanyl and others. Fortunately we have alternative solutions for treatment.

First Choices to Target Pain With pain, it’s best to start with a conservative. Pain relievers like acetaminophen (Tylenol) or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen (Advil) can be purchased over the counter. Also helpful are physical therapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, acupuncture or braces, and orthotics.

Losing excess weight can relieve pain, as can exercise. Depression, anxiety, or sleep disorders can cause soreness to feel worse and make it harder to treat. A primary care provider can evaluate and treat these conditions to maximize your pain care.

Minimally Invasive Procedures & Non-Opioid Medications If the above options don’t work, it may be time to consider minimally invasive procedures or a prescription for a muscle relaxant, antidepressant or neuropathic medications.

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Minimally invasive procedures at Enloe Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation can provide relief for several months, sometimes for one year. Procedures include: • trigger point injections (for neck, back pain, and fibromyalgia) • cortisone injections (for joint pain, bursitis or tendonitis, or relief of muscle tightness and gait issues after a stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis or other neurological conditions) • Botox injections (for migraines and cervical dystonia) • visco-supplementation (for osteoarthritis of the knee) • EMG tests can help diagnose conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome or irritated nerves in the back or neck, which can cause pain or numbness in the arms or legs.

Other minimally invasive procedures like epidural steroid injections, medial branch blocks, medial branch radiofrequency ablations, intra-articular shoulder or hip joint injections, sacroiliac joint injections, and spinal cord stimulator trials, are done with x-ray guidance at an outpatient surgery center.

“We use a holistic approach,” Dr. Podduturu said. “My goal is to address patients’ quality of life, not only their pain, but also their function and emotions. It’s not just a needle and send them home.”

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Vikram Podduturu, M.D., sees patients at the Enloe Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Clinic, and can be reached at 530.332.3277.

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BEAUTY Q&A BEARD QUESTIONS ANSWERED

What are the different style options available for my facial hair?

From something as simple as a mustache to a high-maintenance, full beard, there are many! Personal style, facial hair growth patterns, density/fullness of hair, and face shape should all be considered. I highly recommend consulting with your local barber about styling options.

How do I treat and/or prevent ingrown hairs?

Skin care and proper shaving techniques play a huge role in preventing this. I recommend washing your face with a cleanser twice, daily (when you wake up and before bed), exfoliate twice a week, moisturize twice a day, and tone after moisturizing to close your pores and seal in moisture. Ingrown hairs are caused by shaving too close or when hairs get trapped under dead skin. Proper care paired with shaving with the grain of your hair are basic key factors in preventing ingrown hairs.

How often should I have my facial hair professionally groomed?

across the grain or against for a second shave. Shave after washing your face with warm water, then take a clean washcloth, dampened with hot water or heat it in the microwave (to a temperature comfortable for you), and lay it across your face; this softens the hairs for an easy shave. Next, apply a shaving cream or gel of your choice to your skin in a circular motion; this helps raise the hairs out of their natural falling position. After shaving, rinse your skin, and apply a moisturizer with tone.

If you had one universal tip to give for a shaving regimen, what would it be?

Don't be afraid to take care of your skin.

I've noticed most men don't know the first thing about proper shaving or even basic skincare, yet they ask me about razor burns or ingrown hairs. I always ask the same question: What is your skin care routine? If you stick to a simple plan that works for you, prep your skin prior to shaving, and shave in the direction of your hair growth, I promise you'll have little to no problems with your shaving routine.

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N E W AGA I N K I TC H E N R E M O D E L I N G P R E S E N TS H O U S E CA L L :

THE CLIENT Betty and Jim Robinson live a very colorful life, and their home is a reflection of that aesthetic. Jim is a Chico native and driver for S and L Food Services; his wife, Betty, is originally from Alameda and retired from Enloe Medical Center. A previous marriage brought Betty to Northern California and the two crossed paths when mutual friends introduced them. It was easy for them to fall in love and the purchase of their first home together was just as easy. As with so many stories though, the Robinsons eventually went looking for a new home and decided to trade in their two-story for a one-story across town in 1993.

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countertop. Betty decided to simply repaint the well-worn white, chunky, chipped corner but, after yearly touch-ups, grew tired of the tedious task. It was clearly time for an upgrade.

THE CALL After reaching out to one other local tile provider, the two arrived at New Again Kitchen Remodeling in Chico. The couple met with Ric Powers, New Again’s resident designer and showroom manager, and expressed their needs and concerns to him. Vibrant and clearly not shy of color, Ric immediately knew he would enjoy working with the two. They told Ric about their kitchen and its walls that are splashed in lime green, so he recommended a selection of neutral but bright tiles and granites that would complement the home’s fun aesthetic. Betty wanted a color scheme that was fresh but lent itself well to vibrant accents, and the options Ric recommended

gave her just that. The process was as easy as could be.

Ric discussed the renovation process with the Robinsons, and the appeal of New Again being staffed with their own licensed designers and contractors was a welcomed difference from the homeowners having to manage various contractors themselves.

The ideal renovation materials, coupled with the one-stop nature of New Again’s installation team, sealed the deal for Jim and Betty’s renovation. They signed their contract and eagerly began dreaming of the arrival of their new kitchen.

THE CURE New Again’s installation team arrived as scheduled and began renovating the kitchen. They demoed the outdated countertops and replaced them with white river granite. The organic speckle pattern in the clean, sleek granite paired nicely with

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cabinets would be the best choice. Betty wanted them to be white to complement their new sink and countertops, and she even considered how it paired with their tiled kitchen floor. To bring Betty’s dream kitchen into reality, resident painter, Albert Stanisewski, disassembled and freshened up the cabinets with bright white paint.

Albert removed the doors and hinges, cautious of the hinge placement, and was able to paint the doors and drawers on site. Betty and Jim were floored by Albert’s dedication to stay after hours to make sure the job was completed in an expedient manner.

The kitchen cabinets were an area of uncertainty for Jim and Betty. Since there wasn’t a need to replace them, their first attempt at bringing life back into the golden oak cabinets came in the form of a DIY wood stain. After talking it over with Ric, Jim and Betty were convinced that painting the

The entire renovation took nearly two weeks to complete. Betty and Jim were so impressed by New Again’s installation team and their level of professionalism that Betty confessed she didn’t have a problem leaving them unattended in their home.

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I couldn’t have asked for a better team.

They did a good job and I’d recommend them to anyone. All of them were great to work with.”

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the gray Bedrosians 4”x12” Grace Grigio tile Betty selected for the backsplash. A refreshing addition was a matching granite windowsill that framed their brand new kitchen sink beautifully. The New Again team was also happy to install and hook up all the plumbing fixtures and appliances.

When it came time to install the backsplash, New Again’s resident tile expert, Victor Cabrera, was on hand to make sure everything was completed perfectly. Before securing the tile in its permanent home, Victor laid out each rectangle, mindful of space and symmetry, which Betty said was like a work of art in itself.

With another beautiful kitchen remodel on the books and another set of happy customers, it’s no surprise New Again Kitchen Remodeling continues to make a name for itself as the definitive kitchen and bathroom remodeling company in Chico. If you’re like Jim and Betty and have a kitchen or bathroom in need up updating, call New Again Kitchen Remodeling at 530.899.2888.

As they would be sure to tell you, it’ll be your easiest home renovation ever.

NEW AGAIN KITCHEN REMODELING | 2502 PARK AVE, CHICO, CA 95928 | 530.899.2888

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Know Your Land When it comes to gardening, we must not overlook the basics. Developing an intimate knowledge of your yard and its nuances are essential for creating a successful landscape. On the contrary, lack of awareness about sun patterns, bad soil, or ineffective irrigation can lead to wasted time and money.

SUN Know the orientation of your house, what that means, and how the sun changes each season. Facing east means more shade while facing west means more sun. The south side of your house will be warmer in winter and cooler in summer, while the north side will have hotter summers and colder winters. Most homes aren’t in a perfect orientation, you can mix these two generalities, i.e. a southeast facing wall is perfect for shaded plants with a more tropical look that will benefit being a few degrees warmer during winter. Be aware of trees and how they affect the sun.

SOIL A rich, deep soil can do wonders. If you don’t live in old orchard land or old Chico, you probably don’t have it. Constantly amend and add to existing soil with compost to reinvigorate over time. When planting, break up and enrich whole sections instead of hole-by-hole. New housing around town has flat soil that doesn’t drain—bad combo.

Importing soil and bigger rocks to create contour is your best bet. Another option is planting the right plants. Many southwestern plants can handle poor soils, infrequent watering, occasional winter flooding, and hot north valley sun.

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WATER Do you use a passive or active system?

A properly working irrigation system (passive) keeps plants happier and growing.

If it has an irrigation clock, use it and experiment with different cycles for the best results. An active system (you with a hose) creates a more intimate knowledge and coexistence with your garden, but it does have disadvantages.

LIMITATIONS With many unsuccessful gardeners, there’s a disconnect between their vision, reality, and effort. Behind every beautiful garden is a hard working homeowner or professional.

If you’re looking for a large lawn, manicured hedges, and shaded trees, you can kiss your leisurely Sundays goodbye, or be prepared to pay for maintenance. All landscapes need attention and time available should dictate what you hope to accomplish, regardless of cost. If money is a limitation, avoid temporary solutions like annual color, and always protect your investment by using amendments when planting.

Once you have a better grasp on these gardening concepts, visiting your local garden center will be more enjoyable.

Professionals at nurseries tend to have a wealth of knowledge on regional landscaping issues, making them a preferred one-stop garden resource.

G A R D E N I N G A D V I C E VIA MAGNOLIA GIFT AND GARDEN For more information, visit magnoliagardening.com or call 530.894.5410.

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One of Chico’s most spectacular homes! Conveniently located in Northwest Chico with only 3 homes on this tree-lined street. The home is privately gated, has solar, and sits on almost 2 acres. The dining room has a cherry wood ceiling and the living room is stunning with 12’ crowned ceilings, flowing draperies, and fireplace. Perfect for entertaining with a huge cook’s kitchen, granite countertops, 60” Wolfe Range, breakfast nook, old-world textured walls, and cherry wood cabinets. This is truly a one of a kind home! Call to see it today!

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Very stately situated on 82+/- acres of pure heaven! This easy entertaining home gives you the option of casual or formal dining. Lots of patio space for tables and hanging out. The master suite is just that - fit for a king and queen, a spa like master bath, his and her walk in closets, and large Jacuzzi tub. The kitchen is a chef’s delight and you might just end up being an excellent cook using all these great appliances and 3 dishwashers!!! Granite counters, and an This was the model one owner! have4.0 been many terrific 82.18 Michael Galli$1,450,000 floor plan updated and remodeled from head to architectural style that ishome classyand andonly elegant!.

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Expect to be impressed. Superbly appointed in an exclusive community of fine estates, this elegant home was built to exact specifications with almost no regards for cost. As you approach the house, you will fall in love with the peaceful ambiance of the beautiful koi pond and its waterfalls. The massive, double door entry will welcome you to a stunning residence offering exceptional detailing throughout.

This beautiful home features all the amenities one could want, including radiant, heated marble floors, imported Brazilian mahogany pillars, dramatic ceilings, formal room,neighborhood formal dining room, a family by room with fireplace, Intoxicating view! Where the eagles soar, this captivating residence Tucked away in living a upscale & sheltered majestic kitchen with granite counters, doublehome. convection oven, trash compactor, and sits shielded behind iron gates. This home is truly magnificent with trees, here you will find your dream This beautiful home bar. The master offers dual vanities, his her closet, a jetted is eating designed for indoor/outdoor entertaining and is&loaded towering ceilings, wallsAsofyou glass, gleaming floors, a will lavish living River Front Estate!!

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From Charming to Custom A native to the Chico area, Dr. Isaac Barthelow returned to Chico in 2007 after completing his residency in ophthalmology and purchased North Valley Eye Care from founder, and long time friend, Dr. Val K. Shaw. Excited to move back to his hometown, Isaac purchased a home in Chico and settled in, focused on expanding his new eye care practice and bringing about much needed change to his local slice of the healthcare industry.

Though the home was a great fit, it didn’t take long before Isaac began to realize it wasn’t his forever home. As anyone who grew up in Chico can relate to, there are certain areas of this town that just speak to you. For Isaac, the call always came from Mansion Park.

Located just steps away from Downtown Chico, the area provided the most convenient access to some of Chico’s best stores and restaurants, along with the city’s best nightlife. After purchasing his first home in Chico, he found himself scouting the area often, hoping to spot a for sale sign and the opportunity to move into the area that always beckoned to him.

In 2015, after years of searching for the perfect house to call home, Isaac came upon the ideal property. Located in a neighborhood that harbored countless positive childhood memories, the century old home was exactly what Isaac had been looking for. Though dated, the bones were in excellent condition; it just needed a facelift inside.

Isaac purchased the home and set out to take on what he refers to as his “10-year project home—one big project per year for the next 10 years.” The first of these projects was the kitchen, and he hired Chico Custom Cabinetry to bring his culinary dreams into reality.

We caught up with Isaac in his new kitchen to get the story on his experience working with the team at Chico Custom Cabinetry.

UL: What was the original kitchen like when you moved in?

IB: The kitchen really spoke to the age of the home; it was charming and bright from the beginning, but not very well laid out. There were tall English-style cabinets at the entrance to the kitchen that reached from floor to ceiling with a shallow countertop attached to them. Unfortunately, the countertop wasn’t really usable due to how shallow it was, and there was no way to add deeper countertops without changing the entire layout of the cabinetry. The refrigerator had been oddly placed in the corner of the kitchen and seemed more like an afterthought than anything else. There was also an old 40” wide range that was beautiful but not really modern at all.

The kitchen didn’t have a proper flow, so I decided to start over from scratch.

UL: How did you find Chico Custom Cabinetry and what was it like working with them?

IB: The team at Chico Custom Cabinetry was actually a referral by the general contractor who I had hired to take on the kitchen remodel. They were true artisan craftspeople and great to work with. They really took the time to dial in the details and were very responsive and friendly whenever I reached out to them personally.

UL: What made this project custom to you?

IB: I had a good number of requirements for the new kitchen.

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UL: It sounds like your kitchen was a pretty big project! Was there anything particularly difficult about your vision for the kitchen?

IB: There were a good number of items in the kitchen that ended up being pretty impressive works of engineering on the part of Chico Custom Cabinetry. I didn’t want the refrigerator to seem out of place, so I asked them to create a corner cabinet for the refrigerator itself and have that corner connect seamlessly to the rest of the kitchen’s cabinets and countertops. They did exactly what I asked for and the refrigerator now seems like a piece on display rather than an afterthought. The custom crown molding was really tricky and they did an excellent job of making it look perfect.

I love the new large island; it’s been perfect for entertaining, and watching them make sure they nailed the fitting of the walnut countertop on their first try was really remarkable. Considering its size and cost, it wasn’t something that we could have a do-over on. The custom bench they created in the breakfast nook was exactly what I needed for extra storage and seating for larger parties. Everything in the kitchen is so detail oriented, all the way down to the smooth glide, self closing cabinets. Rather than using side mounting hardware like so many renovators would, they used undermount hardware which makes it essentially invisible; it keeps the mechanics out of sight and makes the movement of the drawers silent at the same time. There were so many little features that really made the kitchen unique; it’s just what I wanted.

UL: Would you refer Chico Custom Cabinetry to friends and family?

everything operate properly in a kitchen, not just from a cooking perspective, but from how people congregate in the kitchen as well.

I wanted a large center island for food prep and to create a place for everyone to gather around. I also wanted to make sure that there was plenty of seating for entertaining and that everything in the kitchen was easily accessible. I wanted to have the kitchen that was perfect for me, but I also wanted to respect the features of the home that made it unique. The team at Chico Custom Cabinetry took all of the ideas that my interior designers and I had come up with and brought them all to life. Not only did they create beautiful new cabinets for my kitchen, but they even found ways to upcycle the old cabinets into the base for the kitchen’s center island.

IB: Oh, without hesitation. Everyone at Chico Custom Cabinetry was really great to work with and really showed that they cared not just about my project but the product that they were creating too. If I have another cabinetry project, they’ll be the first ones I call, and I would happily recommend them to anyone looking to have custom cabinets created.

UL: What was special about the cabinets you had created?

IB: We originally thought about keeping the range and the cabinets around it, so we decided to go with pine wood to match the new cabinets with the old. After the new cabinets were built, the old cabinets ended up looking even older by comparison, so we removed the old cabinets and had new ones built to replace them.

The new cabinets made it possible to have a 40” range and gave me the excuse I needed to buy the BlueStar range I had my eye on.

I wanted to have glass insets in the cabinet doors as I wanted to use the kitchen to display some of the art I had collected, so I asked Chico Custom Cabinetry to design the cabinets with that in mind.

Rather than staining the cabinets inside and out, they only stained the exterior which allowed for better lighting inside the cabinet; in the end it made each cabinet a true display case and gave much better contrast to each item inside.

IF YOU’RE LIKE DR. ISAAC BARTHELOW, AND HAVE A CABINETRY PROJECT, LARGE OR SMALL, THAT COULD USE A CUSTOM TOUCH, A PERSONABLE CONSULTATION, AND/OR A FREE ESTIMATE, CONTACT CHICO CUSTOM CABINETRY AT 530.324.0032 OR VISIT THEM ONLINE AT WWW.CHICOCUSTOMCABINETRY.COM.

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phone. It’s a great quick reference when shopping. Throw blankets, pillows, coffee table, and mantel arrangements add the most warmth and charm to your room.

Dining Room Review your dishes and linens. A beautiful new tablecloth and some new serving pieces can make a stunning difference in the ambiance of your parties. Be unconventional, try using a sari for an exotic table runner. What’s more beautiful than ornate silk stitched with pearls and metal thread? I scrunch mine up, down the center, add candles, a favorite decorative piece, and sparkly accents. Elegant, festive, and above all else, easy and impressive!

Bathroom Switch towels to a fall color palette, soaps and candles with harvest scents are simple and lovely adjustments to get into the season. Change or add to the wall art. How about a fun saying that captures your style or wall decor that offers words of good cheer?

Kitchen

Harvesting for Fall It’s time to get ready for the holidays!

Don’t cringe, just smile, I’m here to help you through it. Truly, it is time to give some thought to your home décor for fall and upcoming festivities. Trust me, the next few months will be much easier.

interesting side table and a rather large vessel to hold collected pine cones, fall leaves, and colorful moss. I add ornaments, ribbon, holiday sparkle, and wreaths at the beginning of December.

Freshen up the fruit bowl with oranges, lemons, and chestnuts. Hang cute dish towels appropriate for a festive fall theme and add candles. My favorite is made by the Trapp Candle line. They offer amazing scents and help with clearing the air from all that cooking!

Remember, there are amazing stores and local artisans in Chico. Shopping locally supports your community, and these touches show you care. That is what makes the holidays extra special.

Living Room Let’s create a plan and review the areas you will be using for your holiday entertaining.

I typically pull all summer décor and move them to my garage. I gather fall and Christmas-related replacements. Those, I sort and purge if anything looks tired.

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Squint your eyes and assess the state of the sofa and lounge chairs. Are they old and tired looking? Will professional cleaning spruce it up or maybe it is time to let them go? Think of this as an upgrade—something fresh, and more your personal and current style. Often these items can be easy to find on a showroom floor but it can also take four to 12 weeks to receive. Save yourself the anxiety and take advantage of earlyseason sales. Pro tip: I keep measurements of existing furniture with pictures on my

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Bath

Sq Ft

Address

$125,000

2

1

902

1144 Linden Ave

$145,000

4

2

1,179

5249 Parkdale Ave

$175,000

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5391 Saint Elmo Ct

$210,500

3

2

1,511

42 Greenbrier Dr.

$237,000

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1,116

181 Skyline Blvd

$242,000

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1,680

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Bath

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Address

$178,000

2

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912

1420 Sherman Ave #5

$225,000

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2 Coolwater

$270,000

3

2

1,126

54 Lacewing Ct

$285,000

3

2

1,357

3253 Rockin M Dr

$320,000

3

1.5

1,370

583 Grand Teton Way

$383,000

3

2.5

1,810

418 Stonebridge Dr

$412,000

4

2.5

2,060

848 W Lindo Ave

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For the Love of Furniture For the past seven years, Darlene Cox has been the creative mind behind Finders Keepers, an upscale home consignment boutique in Redding. The business owner’s passion for repurposing vintage furniture and recycling home decor has spilled over into a full-time career. “It’s just a love of furniture and it sounds silly, but I really do love it,” Darlene said.

In addition to being a business owner, Darlene is the proud mother of three grown children who also live in the Chico area. “We just had our first granddaughter so, after that, it didn’t take much to convince us to spend more time in Chico,” Darlene said. With the success of the store in Redding, and having her family close by, it seemed only fitting to open up a second location in Chico. Taylor Cox shares her mother’s passion and loves to search out bargains and pass them onto their customers.

They like to provide different styles for every budget, and they are not shy to help customers with decorating ideas.

“Our goal is to make our customers' shopping experience as enjoyable as possible,” Darlene said. To help achieve that experience, customers are always welcome to complimentary coffee or water while they browse. The atmosphere is relaxed and you never feel pressured to buy anything you don’t absolutely love.

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Finders Keepers is filled with an upscale blend of gently-used furniture and home décor. You can find a variety of styles to fit anyone’s taste! Darlene and Taylor like to display the items in a way you can actually envision them in your home. The shop doesn’t have the typical consignment store setup one would expect. “Many customers who come in say they can’t believe the items are on consignment,” Taylor said.

Darlene and Taylor’s creative blend of old and new reflects the duo’s talent as a mother/ daughter team. Shabby chic, rustic, farmhouse, traditional, and mid-century modern pieces can be found at Finders Keepers. It’s eclectic, but that’s what makes the shop unique and fun. You never know what treasures you will find each time you visit!

Although the furniture must be in excellent condition to be sold in the shop, Darlene and Taylor will also accept items that have paint project potential for all the DIY fans out there. They exclusively sell Chalked Country Paint products so customers can have the tools to transform their own items. “We have a lot of experience painting furniture, and we love giving our customers tips and tricks to achieve the look they want,” Darlene added.

Not only do they express that to shoppers, it reflects another level of their expertise and impeccable customer service.

Finders Keepers is a true labor of love for the two. Besides providing affordable upscale furnishings for the home, Darlene also considers the impact on the local community of running a consignment store. “It helps keep local dollars in the community, it helps people part with their items while recouping a little of what they spent, and we put the ease into selling,” she expressed. Shopping at Finders Keepers is a win/win for customers and the community. The new location is conveniently located on the Skyway next to Batteries Plus.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT 2500 ZANELLA WAY, SUITE A, CHICO OR CALL 530.354.5571. VISIT THEM ONLINE AT FINDERSKEEPERSCHICO.COM.

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Reorganize the Garage this Fall!

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Start by evaluating the areas in your garage.

Here are a few questions to ask yourself: 1. When was the last time you used or needed this item? Evaluate whether you can live without it.

2. Are you finished with a project? Will you finish the project in the next six months? What is the next step?

3. Do you have more than one of a particular item? Do you need more than one?

4. What looks out of place? Is there a better place to store it?

5. What needs to be moved so it is more accessible?

GOITSE

Move Out the Excess

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Grab garbage cans and a couple of boxes to use as you ask these questions and make decisions. Have garbage cans for the obvious trash and recycling. Use the boxes to sort things you want to give away.

Besides the regular donation centers, don’t forget about donating to places like ReStore, who take reusable home improvement materials, and Computers for Classrooms, for computers and peripherals.

All old chemicals, paints, poisons, and other e-waste should be boxed and taken to the hazardous waste facility near you.

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Fall is the perfect time to reorganize your garage. The temperature is a bit more tolerable, and there’s still plenty of daylight.

Chances are your garage has been taken over by a multitude of projects, and the equipment left are strewn about from the fun days of summer. Here are few handy tips to get you started.

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Reorganize by Zones Reorganize your garage by zones or function. This is done by putting like items together. For example, group all the gardening gear, sporting equipment, and tools together, etc. As you organize by zone, make sure there is ample space for the needs of that particular zone. The zones most often used should be the easiest to access. If you are storing items in your garage that are only used once or twice a year, consider using the higher shelves or rafters for storage. If the items are heavy, keep them down on the floor of the garage but put more frequently-used items on top.

As you begin to reorganize, consider any additional shelving or containers that may be needed.

I recommend my clients not overthink the task of garage organization. Instead of being overwhelmed, resolve to take on the garage in a strategic way. If it helps, just do a portion at a time or just pick one thing to do each day. You can start by simply removing the obvious garbage and excess, and then refine later.

HOME ADVICE

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NATALIE CONRAD

Natalie Conrad is an organizing coach, author, and speaker who has been in the field of professional organizing since 2004. Every year she holds a 30-Day Declutter Challenge in October. If you’d like to join this year’s Challenge and get her help, go totheorganizingmentor.com and click on Declutter Challenge.

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Hooray

If you’re looking for the perfect accessory to declutter your kitchen and spruce up your home, look no further! Originally a rake found at Ever After in Paradise, this everyday piece was transformed from a normal gardening tool to a beautiful wine rack!

To make your own, you’ll need: • Rake • Spray paint • Twine or string • Screwdriver or handsaw • Nail and hammer • Wine glasses

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Using a screwdriver or handsaw, remove the rake head from the wooden handle.

If necessary, sand the rake before spray painting. Once dry, wrap the handle to the desired length with twine. Find the perfect spot in your kitchen and hang.

Finally, add your glasses, open a bottle of wine, and enjoy!

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Sip, Sip

FOR MORE DIY MATERIALS AND INSPIRATION, VISIT EVER AFTER AT 6025 SKYWAY, PARADISE

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Apples!

INGREDIENT OF THE MONTH

Crisp, juicy, tart, sweet—apples are the quintessential autumn fruit!

Easy to pack in a backpack or lunchbox, they make a delicious fresh snack for school kids and working adults! The Chico Certified Farmers Market is the place to get the freshest and best selection of this popular fruit.

Wild native apples are small, hard, and sour. The ancestor of today’s apples was discovered in Kazakhstan. Cuttings traveled to Greece where they were planted and cloned as early as 300 B.C. The apple was introduced to North America during the 1600s and, by the 1800s, apple breeders had developed more than 7,000 unique varieties. Today, about 12 varieties are commercially grown in the U.S. To find unusual varieties, you have to buy directly from a specialty heirloom apple grower or grow them yourself.

There may be some truth in the old phrase, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Apples produce special nutrients that provide vitamins, antioxidants, fiber, and even cancer-fighting compounds. They also contain a substance to help keep your teeth clean and white, especially if you drink coffee or other dark beverages.

Did you know apples could also help you lose weight? Apples are full of pectin, a type of fiber that makes you feel full. Studies show people who eat one apple an hour before a meal, naturally take in fewer calories—without even trying! When choosing and eating apples, keep these in mind:

PICK THE MOST COLORFUL FRUITS Rich color indicates the apple was exposed to plenty of sunlight and produced pigments to protect itself from sun damage. Those pigments are the plant nutrients that support good health in people.

EAT THE SKINS Apples with skins contain 50 percent more antioxidants and cancerfighting compounds than peeled apples. But the skins can also have high pesticide residues from sprays used by commercial growers to produce the large, unblemished fruit consumers demand. Be sure to wash thoroughly before eating.

Better yet, buy organically-grown fruit. You’ll reduce your exposure to pesticides and you will also reduce the number of farmers and workers who are exposed. Ask your apple farmer about any sprays used. Most are happy to talk about their growing practices.

Choose unfiltered apple juice, not clear juice. Cloudy juice contains all the nutrients, pectin, and fiber of the whole fruit, giving you the best nutrition.

KEEP COOL Buy smaller amounts as needed, and store extras in the refrigerator crisper drawer at high humidity to maintain the best quality.

From sweet Fujis, tart Granny Smiths, crisp and pretty Pink Lady apples, to the complex flavors found in heirloom and hard-to-find types produced by independent growers, the Chico Certified Farmers Market is your source for all the best freshly picked, flavor-packed local apples.

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INGREDIENTS:

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees

• 1 tsp paprika

Blend all spices (except for cinnamon)

• 8 oz plain yogurt

Mix garlic, yogurt, one tomato, and one red onion together in a blender.

• 1 tsp Cajun pepper • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper • 1/2 tsp cumin • 1 tsp allspice • 1 tablespoon season all

RICE DIRECTIONS:

• Bundle parsley, chopped

Boil for 10 minutes in cast iron skillet and then sit on low for 15 minutes covered. Plate with lamb shank and serve!

• 2 red tomatoes, one thinly sliced, one to blend • 2 red onions, one thinly sliced, one to blend • 1 cinnamon stick

RICE: • 2 cups basmati rice • 3 cups of water • 2 tsp sea salt • 1/2 cup butter • Pinch saffron

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Rub lamb shank with yogurt and spice mixture. Place in pan, allow to sit for an hour, place cinnamon stick, sliced onion, and tomato in pan. Cover with foil and roast in oven for 4–5 hours.

• 1 bundle chopped fresh cilantro

• 6–8 cloves garlic,

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DIRECTIONS:

• 2 lbs lamb shanks

RECIPE COURTESY OF CAFÉ PETRA. VISIT CAFÉ PETRA AT 163 E. 2ND STREET IN DOWNTOWN CHICO OR CALL 530.717.6789.

PHOTO BY EMILY TEAGUE

Café Petra's Lamb Shank

PHOTO BY EMILY TEAGUE

Pan Seared Halibut INGREDIENTS:

DIRECTIONS:

• (4) 8 oz Alaskan halibut filets

Preheat oven to 450 degrees.

• 1/8 cup rice bran oil/vegetable oil

Pat dry halibut filets and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.

• 1 large zucchini, patty pan squash, crookneck squash • 2 cups yellow corn cooked and 2 cups cooked rustichella brand Fregola Sarda • 1 bunch chives chopped • 2 cups basil blanched • ¼ cup toasted walnuts • 3 garlic cloves • ¼ cup lemon juice • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil and 1 cup soda water • 8 squash blossoms stamen removed cut • 1/3 cup all purpose flour • 2 tablespoons cornstarch plus extra for dredging • Salt and pepper

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT: • Deep fryer set to 365 degrees • Grill pan

In a small bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, and soda water. In another bowl, combine cooked corn, Fregola Sarda, olive oil, and chives. Toss with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Set aside. In blender, combine basil, walnuts, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. Blend until smooth. Season to taste and set aside.

Split the zucchini, squashes down the middle and cut into 3-inch pieces. Coat lightly in vegetable oil and grill. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.

In large non-stick sauté pan, add 1/8 cup of rice bran oil on high heat until smoking and add halibut. Brown for 1–2 minutes before placing in oven. Cook halibut until firm to touch depending on thickness (5–6 minutes).

While halibut is cooking, dredge squash blossoms in cornstarch and then in batter.

Drop in deep fryer and cook for 1 minute before turning over and flip. Fry 1 minute more.

Remove from oil and drain in a paper towel. Do the same for cooked fish.

To plate, divide squash and Fregola, corn salad.

Place fish on top and drizzle with pesto. Garnish with fried blossoms and serve.

RECIPE COURTESY OF RED TAVERN. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT REDTAVERN.COM

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SUN-KISSED FIELDS Off Oasis Drive in Chico, cradled between summer soaked dry fields, stands a large oak tree shading rows of lush, green grape vines. A blue, early morning sky is greeted by a lackadaisical windmill where your gaze falls onto a little, scruffy blonde dog named Daisy rooting around. It’s quiet and serene, and it’s the home of Rick and Pam Sorenson of Wild Oak Vineyard and Winery.

“On a real simplistic level, we love the beauty of [growing grapes],” Pam said. “It’s peaceful.

It’s become a way of life.” If you’ve sipped any of Butte County’s locally-made wine, you’ve probably tasted their grapes. The fruit of Wild Oak Vineyard and Winery is just a small fragment of grapes used in a variety of California wines.

Pam is a recently retired school teacher who taught for 30 years in Orland, and Rick owns Sorenson Moving and Storage. Rick has a background in agriculture, but this is his first venture in growing grapes. Tending and maintaining their winery has been a personal business endeavor the two have enjoyed as a married couple. The vines spread over nearly 13 acres on their property and include seven varieties of grapes: cabernet, syrah, Primitivo, Mourvedre, grenache, petite syrah, and their only white, Viognier.

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Parducci of Parducci Winery in Ukiah. Before her parents relocated to Chico, they tended their own small vineyard in Redwood Valley where they sold grapes to local wineries. With a gentle push from Pam’s parents, the four went into a joint business and vines were planted in 1998. Vintner and supertaster, John Parducci, became a mentor to the couple and assisted with vineyard layout and design.

Multiple soil samples were taken and tested to determine the best rootstock to use for the soil, and Syrah Noir was chosen as it grows well in Chico’s heat.

“What makes our grapes so unique is that we don’t want our grapes to grow in the best environment—we really don’t—we get more character and more flavors if you get grapes

that are stressed, ”Rick explained. When grapes are nourished in pristine conditions, they are often over-watered and over-cropped ,which leads to large—less ideal—pale, and tasteless grapes. Stressing the vine forces the energy of the vine into the grape, creating more character and flavor. Their vines are drip-irrigated, allowing for greater control and better water conservation.

Some of this season's crop will go to local wineries, New Clairvaux and Purple Line.

The couple is on their 19th leaf, or season, of growing grapes and has witnessed many changes to the wine industry. Rick thought the best way to be a better grape grower was to become a winemaker himself and seek out what wineries need. Together, they learned

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what sugars and character for grapes were most desirable. The two began experimenting with their grapes and, in 2000, they had their first crop. With the small batch harvested that year, they invited local winemakers to a friendly competition. Suppliers like Dawn Letner from Chico Home Brew Shop and Phil and Aimee Sunseri of New Clairvaux were the likes invited to try the grapes and make a delicious wine from their crop. After a blind tasting, Wild Oak came in second, and Rick and Pam began their relationships with local wineries.

In the field, Pam and Rick are also mindful of handling pests. Each season, an influx of whiteflies and leafhoppers try to decimate the vineyard. This generally happens toward the end of their season. Sulfur, a natural ingredient, is used to combat mold and mildew, and organic pesticides are sprayed when needed. Everything they have is put back into the vineyards. Trimmings are chopped and left in the field to nourish the

soil, and when required, some are burned, and the ash is spread over the soilto work as a fertiziler.

After long days of harvesting, the two enjoy sitting back with a glass of their favorite wine, produced at their winery. They currently aren’t open to the public for tastings, nor do they sell their Wild Oak wine but they aspire to so in the future. For now, the two enjoy their wine with friends and families. For Rick, this labor of love comes from what his vineyard represents—love, sweat, and happiness. “I love what grapes do,” Rick said. “I love the enchanting spirit of grapes. In other words, when you have the grapes, and you see them growing, I just associate it with a festive time with people—enjoying great food with great wine. That’s what I love.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT WILD OAK VINEYARD AND WINERY AT 630 OASIS DR. IN CHICO OR CALL 530.342.8944.

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Where the Wine Is HOME IS

There’s a lovely science to the process of making wine, and the Northern California climate—coupled with good soil—lends a helping hand to crafting the premier ingredients to make delicious wine. We salute these local wineries for their feats in leading a conscious business, all while providing us with a handmade, organic product to enjoy. Pop open a bottle and chart out your next weekend winery visit, just miles from home.

Cordi Winery

HoneyRun Winery

We venture further south to Cordi Winery, a hidden gem in Sutter County. Their location is nestled at the foot of the Sutter Buttes where guests can take in the stunning scenery. Owners, Teresa and Reece, came onto the wine scene with a splash. The first vines were planted in June 2009, and the wine created from that harvest earned Cordi Winery a bronze award in the 2013 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. Since then, the owners have established more award-winning wines. Selections like Sauvignon Blanc, Primitivo, Merlot, Moscato, and Estate Roussanne can be found at their cozy establishment. Wine lovers will enjoy their Bottle Your Own event, where guests are invited to pick their favorite variety and fill a wine bottle. Locally-sourced produce is also offered during tastings.

HoneyRun Winery is a family business with strong ties to Northern California. The winery began in 1992 at the home of John and Amy Hasle. The winery not only borrows its title from Chico’s historic and beloved covered bridge, but also lends itself to how the wine is infused. Their fruit and honey wines are made without sulfites, sorbates, or preservatives, and the natural honey is outsourced from local Northern California beekeepers. Their enchanting blends dip into the sweeter spectrum of wines like their delicious blackberry, elderberry, and cherry honey flavors. Call ahead to schedule a visit at the HoneyRun tasting room.

Information & contact: 10401 Ingram Lane in Live Oak, cordiwinery. com, 530.695.1785

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Information & contact: 2309 Park Ave in Chico, honeyrunwinery.com, 530.345.6405

Moseley Family Cellars

Matson Vineyards is one of the oldest wineries in Shasta County.

Located just east of Redding, the winery and vineyard is home to a legacy of winemakers who happened upon the job. Oscar Matson established the vineyard in 1981. Back in the 1960s, the former Shasta College language teacher had the opportunity to purchase 81 acres with another family. Seizing the opportunity led the family to lay the foundations of the now Matson Vineyards that spreads 13 acres. The winery is now operated by Oscar’s youngest son, Roger Matson, who has a knack for experimenting. With a background in fermentation science from UC Davis, and experience working with wine in Mendocino, Roger takes full advantage of Shasta County’s unique growing conditions to experiment with uncommon and novel varieties of wine. Fans of their wines can be thankful for Roger’s curiosity in blending varieties.

With the motto “Come as guests, leave as family,” it’s easy to enjoy the warm atmosphere created by those at Moseley Family Cellars. The story behind the Redding winery doesn’t start with an empty field. Owner and vintner, Marty Moseley, thrived with a tech career in Silicon Valley. His longtime love of wine sparked the initial interest in winemaking. Marty, along with a friend, began crafting his own varieties for fun. Over time, the appeal of turning his hobby into a career was encouraged by loved ones around him, thus beginning the transition from tech guru to wine artisan.

Settling in Redding was an easy choice for the family business. The Moseleys were enchanted by the Redding culture, people, scene, and grew fonder each time they visited their sons, who settled in the area. To them, it made sense to open up shop, and the Moseley Family Cellars was born. They outsource grapes from premier wine growing regions like Napa and Sonoma, which allows Moseleys flexibility and creativity to craft wines to their preferred palate. The results are a true delight for wine lovers everywhere.

Information & contact: 10584 Arapaho Dr. in Redding, matsonvineyards.com, 530.222.2833

Information & contact: 4712 Mountain Lakes Blvd. Suite 300 in Redding, moseleyfamilycellars.com, 530.229.9463

Matson Vineyards

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Odyssey Winery & Vineyards Family-owned Odyssey Winery and Vineyards was born from the vision of Norm and Janice Rosene back in 1979, while the two were students at UC Davis. During all stages of the winemaking process, great detail is given to their hand-crafted products. From closely monitoring temperature and sugar levels to bottling and storage, Norm and Janice are there each step of the way to assure topquality wines. Reds are aged in American or French oak barrels for at least two years, and other select wines are also aged in French oak barrels. Odyssey also sterile filters wines with residual sugar which allows more flexibility in style and facilitates the production of true dessert wines. Their tasting room, equipped with an open floor plan, invites guests to mingle and enjoy their beverages with a backdrop of live jazz music and a rotating art show. Tastings happen most Saturdays, May through December. Wines available include 2014 Highland Vineyard Chardonnay, 2013 Highland Vineyard, Grenache Rose, 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon, Rhone Razzamajazz, and Zorba Dessert Wine.

Information & contact: 6237 Cohasset Road in Chico, odysseywinery. com, 530.891.9463

WINERY FEATURE PHOTOS CONTRIBUTED FROM CORDI WINERY, HONEYRUN WINERY, MATSON VINEYARDS, MOSELEY FAMILY CELLARS, & ODYSSEY WINERY AND VINEYARDS.

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Though the recent Chico State University grad has graced many local theater stages, Annie’s recognition comes from her stand-up. For the past three years, she has been focusing more on her comedy, truly honing in on her craft. Annie doesn’t stray too far from her on-stage persona, but considers her act more of an extension of herself.

“There’s something really fun about getting people to laugh,” she said.

“Everybody wants to be having a good time and enjoying themselves and laughing. Even when you’re having this really terrible day—or just life in general—being able to find the humor in it is key in getting by when times are tough.”

Her first taste of stand-up came accidently in 2011. Annie attended an open mic her friend and local comedian Steve Swim hosted at The Maltese. She was there in support of friends, but ended up on the roster with a 2-minute time slot courtesy of Steve. Annie frantically began writing any and all funny thoughts on a napkin in preparation for the last-minute addition. Once at the mic, her first joke was a backhanded comment to Steve, thanking him for the opportunity and being able to follow an act like his. “I don’t remember anything else from that night, but I do remember that,” Annie said laughing. “If I’m going to be forced to do this right now, then I’m going to make a joke at Steve’s expense.”

Nowadays, open mics enable Annie to explore and hone in on what’s funny about her jokes. “Sometimes you just get up there, and roll, and freestyle a little bit and sometimes the audience is digging it, and sometimes it doesn’t go well.” She admits there was a time on stage she openly worked out a bit in front of the audience, and although it unfolded in a funny tale, another comedian enjoyed watching her figure the joke on stage. In those moments, Annie isn’t afraid to stray from regular material because of her background in improv, it all depends on the audience’s response.

Annie Fischer Says

The Darndest Things If you’re friends with Annie Fischer, then you’re well aware the Chico comedian tells a great story. If not, she’s a good one to know and her stand-up is not to be missed. Many of her narratives can cue the aww's and laughter from the audience, but her comedy mirrors her daily life where she takes the heavy stuff lightly. Her style on stage can be bundled into bits of cheesy puns, dad jokes, a little raunchiness, a little wholesomeness, and it’s all delivered with plenty of sass.

Annie and I dipped into the dark and cool back bar of Duffy’s Tavern, a watering hole she frequents and performs. Though she often draws laughs from those who will lend an ear, Annie has quite an infectious chuckle, herself. Her presence at Duffy’s drew a few friends and a beer delivered to our booth. The comedian radiates a special kind of love that also translates on stage.

Two years ago, she played the hilarious yet clueless Sheriff Buck in Uncle Dad’s Art Collective “Thriller” musical, and earlier this year Annie returned to the Blue Room Theater stage to portray Madelyn, in the slightly comical and very topical staging of “Human Error.” Previous to that, she was involved with various comedy and improv groups.

But being a female comic in Chico, Annie is often met with some sexism on stage and she is not afraid to call out other comedians who use women as punch lines. Her criteria for humor doesn’t just dip into crudeness nor is it riddled with shock value. “I think it’s tough as a female comedian, trying to find jokes that are funny all around and ones that aren’t just gendered jokes,” Annie said. “I also try to find a balance and not just a joke that’s funny just because a woman is saying it.” There’s a fine line of being funny and topical but at the same time, Annie veers from making jokes at the expense of others just to appear edgy or offensive. Dating, work, brunch, purse burritos, and pocket sandwiches are cleverly woven into her set to draw laughs. As she put it, “certain things you say can come off a certain way, and you have to take accountability.”

Her humor is a way to internalize and release the heavier themes of life, and a lot of people can relate on that level. “It’s more now that I’m storing this negative thing as a joke, so it’ll stay with me as a memory or experience that I can hold onto without feeling bad about holding onto it.”

CHICO FOLKS CAN CATCH THE COMEDIAN MONDAYS AT THE MALTESE, 1600 PARK AVE, AND WEDNESDAYS OPEN MIC NIGHT AT STUDIO INN LOUNGE, 2582 ESPLANADE. SHE WILL ALSO PORTRAY A FIREFIGHTER IN “THE ARSONIST” AT THE BLUE ROOM THEATER STARTING SEPT. 21.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR SEPTEMBER 2 & 3

SEPTEMBER 9 & 10

SEPTEMBER 23

The Butcher Shop 5:30 p.m.

2500 Estes Road, Chico Free Info: slowtheatre.com

24th Annual Days of Living History 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

502 Pearson Road, Paradise

Oroville Salmon Festival All Day City Hall/Council Chambers, 1735 Montgomery St, Oroville Free Info: salmonfestoroville.org

SEPTEMBER 7 The Lion King, Jr. 7:30 p.m.

Laxson Auditorium, Chico State University Cost: $8–$15 Info: csuchico.edu

SEPTEMBER 9 Chico World Music Festival 11:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Chico State University Free Info: chicoworldmusicfestival.com Summerfest Chico 3:00–9:00 p.m.

1705 Manzanita Ave, Chico Cost & Info: purplepass.com

SEPTEMBER 16 Butte College's 50th Anniversary Community Celebration 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Butte College main campus Free Info: www.butte.edu

SEPTEMBER 18 & 19 Small Town, Big Sound III 6:00–10:00 p.m.

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Big Room Info & Tickets: sierranevada.com/events

SEPTEMBER 21 The Harmed Brothers, Sons of Jefferson, M.Lockwood Porter 8:00-11:00 p.m.

118 W. Second St., Chico Cost: $7

SEPTEMBER 24 North State Symphony Reflections 2:00–4:00 p.m.

Laxson Auditorium, Chico State University Cost & Info: northstatesymphony.org Strides for Diabetes 5k Run/ 3k Walk and Prevention Fair 8:00–11:30 a.m.

Paradise Community Park Black Olive Drive & Pearson Road, Paradise Cost & Info: FRHFoundation.org/strides Taste of Chico Noon–4:00 p.m.

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