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lain Pinel Realtors is a real estate firm that stands apart from all others. It’s not just the bold black yard signs, their reputation for outstanding quality service, or their domination of Bay Area real estate. It’s the story behind the company that differentiates them- a tale of risk, incredible expansion, and a cutting-edge vision that continues to grow today. Alain Pinel Realtors is one of the original Silicon Valley startups; their business began with a single entrepreneurial spirit that has fostered their growth into the 5th largest residential real estate firm in the country. Paul L. Hulme, CEO and President of Alain Pinel Realtors (APR), started his business career at the age of nine. As a lifelong entrepreneur he has usually had several businesses going simultaneously, and currently has approximately 1,700 people employed in more than 30 states. He still works daily from the Saratoga office where APR began, and he and his family remain the sole owners of Alain Pinel Realtors, Inc. Upon the firm’s launch, APR immediately differentiated themselves. They were the first real estate firm to recognize and leverage the advantages delivered by cutting-edge information tools, including a computer on every desk. Hulme himself worked to develop state-of-the-art software, technology, and broad use of computer applications in real estate that immediately attracted 06 | 95120 Almaden Lifestyle Magazine
national media attention and Steve Jobs himself helped to set up the NeXT computer work stations at each desk. Their website, apr. com, was launched in 1993, before most technology companies had websites, and in 1995, the firm went on to become the first to put property listings on their website, well before Zillow or Trulia ever existed. In 2015, they are still on the forefront of technology and plan to recreate apr.com to be a collaborative space that will rival any existing real estate platform online today. Just this last fall, APR moved into the Almaden Fashion Plaza, a beautiful location in the heart of Almaden. Dave Walsh, who has managed the Almaden office for eight years, was thrilled with the new location. “I am so excited to continue our long term relationship with the Almaden Valley community from our wonderful new Almaden Fashion Plaza location. I see many of my Almaden neighbors on a regular basis visiting this center and I’m confident that we couldn’t have chosen a better location nor designed a more friendly environment,” said Walsh of the new office. “In addition to serving the Almaden Valley, we are at the crossroads of three or four of San Jose’s prime real estate zip codes being just minutes from downtown Willow Glen, the charm of old Cambrian and the ever growing community of Blossom Valley.”
Walsh was hired specifically for his experience in the San Jose community, having been a Realtor in Almaden for 36 years and having lived in Almaden Valley for 14 of those years. In addition to being past President of the Santa Clara County Association of Realtors, he was Realtor of the Year in 2007 and Volunteer of the Year in 2014. APR opened with a bang in the Almaden Fashion Plaza, throwing a Grand Opening party. The party lit up the Fashion Plaza with lights and live jazz, while guests mingled out by the fountain and toured the new office. Members of the San Jose Chamber of Commerce attended and performed the ribbon cutting ceremony. Paul Hulme spoke to the group, reflecting on the journey that has brought him to open yet another office in Silicon Valley, and took the opportunity to donate to Family Supportive Housing, a Santa Clara County organization that provides resources to homeless families. Jill Mitsch, the Development Director, received the donation at the ceremony. 2014 wasn’t just a busy year in Almaden, but was a huge year for all of APR. Always leaders in real estate marketing, they launched a brand refreshed with bold, modern fonts and beautiful photography as well as a new ad campaign. Once again, they were named the 5th largest residential real estate firm in the nation and Paul Hulme was named one of the Most Influential People by Swanepoel Top 200. Despite the market’s challenges and low inventory in 2014, APR’s business did not slow, but rather expanded. They achieved their most profitable year yet, closing over $10.8 billion in sales volume. Not only did they expand in Almaden, but they opened new and remodeled offices in Alameda, Larkspur, Saratoga, Sonoma, and Tahoe. As a local company with global reach, in 2015, APR plans to focus on China and also expand their international reach to focus on other emerging markets. As a locally and family owned company, community is always at the heart of their business. In 2014 they continued to focus on community relationships, charity and events, through food and backpack drives, along with charitable contributions all over the Bay Area, including Family Supportive Housing, InnVision Shelter Network, Second Harvest Food Bank and the Alameda Point Collaborative, to name a few. Dave Walsh is passionate about the Almaden community. He spearheaded a partnership between the Martin-Fontana Parks Association and the Santa Clara County Association of Realtors to maintain the Jeffrey Fontana Memorial Garden, which honors Jeffrey Fontana, a police officer who was killed in the performance of his duty in his neighborhood. He also leads Realtor events that raise money for local charities; between the annual Chili Cook-off in Almaden Lake Park and the exciting Realtor Pumpkin Auction held at BJ’s, his office raised almost $15,000 in 2014. This year, Alain Pinel Realtors is celebrating their 25th anniversary and they have a big year ahead of them. “At APR, we have embraced technologically-driven productivity from the beginning and we still operate under the assumption that improvement comes from taking risks, innovating, adapting to change, and continually questioning assumptions. We are looking forward to being at the forefront of the trend setting movement in Bay Area residential real estate in 2015. Our goal is to continue to change lives through homes for another quarter century.” says Executive Vice President, Rainy Hake.
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Almaden Women – Hearts of the Valley by Linda Stone
How a small group of women who volunteered for their community in order to make it a better place to live, ended up becoming one of the most powerful and influential women’s group in 95120... “Having lost my mother when I was eight and my father at Christmas when I was sixteen, I understood first-hand what a young person experiences losing a parent,” said Dawn Clarkson, current president of the Almaden Valley Women’s Club (AVWC), “my brother, sister and I were split up.” She had nowhere to turn to. No grief services were offered or even available. Little did Dawn know then, but her tenacity would fuel her desire to grow up and enter a life of service bringing her in contact with an organization that would hold a special place in her heart. HISTORY LESSON Fifty years ago the AVWC was born. Not born of vanity but for practical reasons by eleven or so residents to better the local schools and foster a family atmosphere. Organized in 1965, the purpose of the non-profit organization is to stimulate, by the active participation of each member, interest in the social, civic, and cultural improvement of the community. In 1976 the club wanted to expand into an event for the whole family and came up with the idea to hold an Art and Wine festival. It was so successful that the club ran out of ice for the thousand plus attendees and it was the spouses who had to drive downtown, which was considered a trek without the current Highway 87, to purchase more for the festival, the Councilman recalled.
By her successful (72.4 percent) 2000 bid for reelection to the city council for District 10, Pat Dando was already a member of the women’s club. It was she who co-founded the club’s major fundraiser – The Almaden Valley Art & Wine Festival held every fall at Almaden Lake Park. Today it is one of the oldest and continuously running festivals in California. She joined the club about fourteen years after its inception, ultimately becoming president. By that time the club had a group of twenty women. Most had moved to the Valley from out of state with young children, and whose goal was to create a community which was lacking in the sparsely populated area. This included finding a place where families could gather and figure out a way to make money to buy the things for the community that it couldn’t afford. In the club’s first five years monies raised went to a piano for the Almaden Community Center, books for the library, and the jaws-of-life for the San Jose Fire Department. Later on they funded the ARK, a forty-foot metal container filled with supplies in the event of a disaster such as a flood, fire or earthquake. To date the women have raised over a million dollars. Besides helping Almaden raise monies for needed items, the club provides college scholarship grants to 95120 high school seniors and funds other non-profits. GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY To determine who becomes a recipient of a grant the AVWC use past grant recipients and new grant requests. “They must fill out a grant request form that is available on our Web site. The funds (...continued on page 18)
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Hill created the on line game Billion4Charity. He says his approach flips fundraising on its ear by integrating a global strategy focused on a broad base of people making smaller contributions. He has a diverse group of established charities behind Billion4Charity which gives people playing the game more possibilities to support a cause they care about. Charities that fund clean water projects, support education, fight human trafficking, and help refugees are just a few of the causes Billion4Charity is supporting.
In the on line game, Billion4Charity players can not only give, but also get. Participants buy a $5 ticket and say in 10 words or less why they decided to play. Their five dollar contribution goes directly to global causes and one winner of the game will be awarded one million dollars. Hill says the Billion4Charity winning Ambassador will then go on three missions around the world to see firsthand how the charities are using the donations. The Billion4Charity game serves as the focal point for a variety of charities. Hill says “the infrastructure provides a technology solution for reaching millions of people and providing exposure and information. The game is collaborative, technology driven, and fun!” The Billion4Charity foundation is more flexible than traditional charities, which gives them the ability to make major changes internally without layers of bureaucracy that prohibits direct implementation and execution of support. “When we come across a fundraising idea that we believe will generate a significant return on time, money, and effort, we can implement it immediately. We’ll let the market determine whether it is a good idea rather than going before Boards, Trustees, lengthy meetings and studies before the project can be launched.” Hill, 49, has a bond trading, structured finance and investment banking background. He has been involved with charitable work and volunteerism since his early years in college. Thinking he had a model that would encourage millions of people to play and could generate a billion dollars for many worthy causes inspired him…. thus, Billion4Charity was born. The million dollar award winner will be announced on July 19, 2015. Hill says the July 19th date is both unusual and significant for him. “It’s the late ESPN Sportscaster Stuart Scott’s birthday. He was my favorite of all time. He passed away from cancer in January. The fight against cancer is personal for me in another way; my mother is a cancer survivor.” The disease took others in his family including his grandfather. “As a Track & Field athlete and sports fan, I admired Stuart’s character so much that we felt compelled to make this statement.” To provide transparency and security for playing the game, they are using the largest money center bank in the world as custodian of the funds – Citibank. KPMG is the accounting firm that will provide a review of the transfer of money to the charities. The Billion4Charity Game officially launched on January 1, 2015. The winner of the one million dollar cash prize will be selected on July 19, 2015. More information about Billion4Charity is available online at Billion4Charity.org or on the mobile app.
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Counterclockwise from bottom left: The 2015 Board of Directors; President - Dawn Clarkson, Secretary - Nicole Gittleson, VP Membership - Denise Myrick, VP Programs - Brittney Weinerth, Treasurer - Carina Beal, VP Fundraising - Carina Armann. (Continued from page 13...) disbursement committee members also have the opportunity to present non-profits to the group for approval,” said Dawn, who joined the club in 2003. Kara, a grief organization, was one of the recipients. “Kara (karagrief.org) contacted me as the current Festival Chair in 2013 looking to partner with us,” she continued. “I absolutely loved what they represented and offered. This group touched my heart deeply because of the services they offer to people in need of grief counseling and care giving support.” There was hardly a dry eye at the October meeting when Kara’s Executive Director, Jim Santucci, came to the club to show his appreciation to the women for their grant. He spoke about his personal story of coming to Kara when his wife passed away in 2000 and how it helped him so much and how he was so impressed that he stayed to volunteer ultimately ending up in various management roles. “Kara offers support for those situations and many more. Grief comes in many forms and I am thankful to have an organization we partner with to help those in need. I will continue to support them,” Dawn emphasized.
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FIFTY YEARS LATER Now in its 50th year, along with the club’s president turning fifty, plans are underway for special events throughout the year. As usual, the fall festival will be the main event. Committee chairs are selected at the beginning of the year and work together like a well-oiled machine to produce the largest event in 95120. UP AND COMING IN 2015 The club’s future looks solid. “I hope to see the club thriving and continuing an upward trend in growth and community partnerships along with developing new working relationships with non-profit groups such as the Rotary Club,” Dawn, a thirty-year resident of the area, said. “I look forward to the festival continuing to be a huge part of the fabric of Almaden Valley while supporting local business and the community.” Also the Web site will have a new look streamlining both the club and festival sites. It promises to be more user friendly and colorful, with a list of festival sponsors and updated photos. GIRLS JUST WANT TO HAVE FUN Being in an all-female club has its perks. The women enjoy a sisterhood bond that is fostered by game nights, parties and movie nights, with some events planned to include spouses. Every year new members are treated to a luncheon and introduced to the group. Good natured Councilman Khamis once posed as Bosley in a Charlie’s Angel’s photo spoof with new members. With a cadre of professionals, homemakers and retired women, AVWC is set to continue to enlarge their presence by working with the city and community alike. Everyone has their own personal reason to join the club, and like Dawn, it just takes one person to make a difference in another’s life. Multiply that by a force of determined women volunteers and there’s no telling how much their community will benefit. “I made a base of friends in the Almaden Women’s Club par none,” said the former councilwoman Pat Dando. “Many of the women that I met some thirty-five years ago are still dear friends today.” For more information on how to join the AVWC visit almadenwomen.org. 18 | 95120 Almaden Lifestyle Magazine
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Come discover and nurture your creative side at the Almaden’s own ARTjamming studio. Classical art instruction mixed in with fun projects and great themes. • Art parties • Moms night out • Adult paint together sessions Friday Mornings.
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Rodney Baca
His famous sauces now available - bacasauces.com Baca Sauces’ focus is on flavor. Baca, a Native New Mexican and adopted Californian, has created this Boutique sauce line using all unique flavors of New Mexico and California. From the Heirloom tomatoes and vine ripe tomatoes of California to the New Mexico Red and Green chili. Baca has merged some of the best products these 2 states have to offer to come up with a sexy, sleek, homemade, fresh, organic and flavor tantalizing sauce and salsa. Baca Sauces are made for flavor and enhance any meal - not overpowering any dish. The Sauces are subtle, relaxed, palate enhancing, well carrying on so many flavors. About the sauces: Smoked New Mexico BBQ Sauce: Made with fresh California herbs, New Mexico Green Chili, Gilroy Garlic, brown sugar, molasses and tomatoes to name a few ingredients. Baca BBQ has a sweet beginning with a hint of spice, nothing too overpowering. The BBQ sauce goes great with all meats, chicken, pork and fish. It is a diverse sauce without being too bold. The sauce is made to complement and enhance any dish. Baca BBQ Sauce can be the base to start a dish as well as finish any dish. Brown Sugar, Pineapple, Molasses Mustard Sauce: Made with fresh Pineapple, New Mexico Red Chili, 3 types of Mustard and Champagne vinegar. These are a few components that make up the mustard sauce. The sauce goes well with pork, bold fish (Swordfish) and chicken. The sauce is a mustard lover’s dream! The Mustard is a mix of the sweet, tart and spice. The sauce definitely enhances any product it’s paired with without overpowering or dominating the product. Spicy Tangy Teriyaki Glaze: Made with freshly squeezed pineapple, rice wine vinegar, sambal chili to name a few components. This sauce goes with everything from chicken wings, burgers, 20 | 95120 Almaden Lifestyle Magazine
fish, meat and vegetables. The Teriyaki is so unique in its flavors because it is like no other teriyaki. It does not have the overpowering saltiness of teriyaki but a sweet with a hint of spice. A Little About the Salsas: All the Salsas are made with sustainable, fresh and organic product. Again Baca has combined the states of New Mexico and California to produce these mouthwatering salsas. The goal again is not to overpower but enhance all products the salsas go with. Gilroy Garlic, Heirloom Tomato and Thai Basil Salsa: The Sauce is made with fresh California Heirloom tomatoes, New Mexico Jalapeno, Thai Basil and champagne vinegar. It is a delicate mix with a mild heat and Natural sweetness of the heirloom tomatoes. The flavors all blend to give a great product for fish, shrimp, chicken and dipping. New Mexico Green Chili, Gilroy Garlic and Green Onion Salsa: Made with fresh New Mexico Green Chili, California Garlic and lemon, Roasted Green Onions and Heirloom Tomatoes. The flavors Blend to become a mouthwatering delicacy. The Green Chili Salsa goes well with steak, Chicken, Fish and Pork. It has a subtle spice with the sweetness of the heirloom tomatoes. The New Mexico Green chili salsa has such a unique flavor because of the fresh New Mexico Green chili. New Mexico Red Chili, Charred Vine Ripe Tomato salsa: Fresh New Mexico Red Chili, Vine Ripe Tomatoes, Roasted Gilroy Garlic, Apple Cider Vinegar and brown sugar are a few items in this complex salsa. It goes well with Pork, Fish, and Chicken and for a dip. The salsa has a sweet start with a hint of spice to finish. The flavor goes well with a little salt.
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Our mission is to help your student navigate all aspects of the college identification and application process. Visit our website or call to set up a consultation. Accepting students for the class of 2017 and 2018. Limited spots available for 2016.
Conveniently located in Almaden, Amy L. Horowitz focuses on providing estate planning and probate services. Contact Amy today with any questions or to schedule a free initial consultation.
Almaden Yoga
Claudia’s Sweeties
Tacos Al Pastor in Almaden
2 locations: Blossom Hill & Via Valiente
By Claudia F. Durand
Your Friendly Neighborhood Taqueria
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Over 55 classes a week; 14 styles for all levels including: Chair Yoga, Yoga Basics, Prenatal Yoga, Therapeutic Yoga, Meditation, Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Flow, Yoga Tone, Heated Detox, Restorative Yoga and more... 6922-C Almaden Expy., San Jose, 95120 5353 Almaden Expy., #E15, San Jose, 95118
All occasion customizedClaudia’s cakes and Sweeties chocolates, including: • Party favors • Desserts • Candy • More! Claudia’s Sweeties Like us on Facebook! Orders by phone or appointment only.
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Tutor Doctor
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• 95120 Special – Free Consultation + first 2 sessions for $50 with signup! • Locally owned Almaden Franchise – helped over 150 families • Hand picked tutors for each student (over 30 qualified, expert tutors) • All ages, subjects and grades • Emphasis on customized service
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esbe Designs Jewelry
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Fun for all ages! We serve a full range of healthy and delicious BBQ and grill style food. Come enjoy our ribs, chicken, burgers, sandwiches, pizza, pastas, salads, kiddie menu and more. We also have a beer and wine bar with plenty of flat panel TV’s to ensure you can enjoy your favorite sports. We also CATER.
Enjoy jewelry concierge service this Valentine’s Day and all year long. Each piece is a stunning work of art and highlights the natural beauty of sterling silver & alternative metals and semi-precious gemstones. Gift wrap, delivery, jewelry styling, & “wish list” services available. www.facebook.com/esbe.erin
Join veteran instructor Clarice Simmons at ASA for high energy, calorie burning, dance fitness and core conditioning classes, offered daily on a drop-in & punch card basis. For more info see website. 6065 Meridian Ave. (next to Rite Aid)
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February 12th Red, Black & White Gala Proceeds benefit the Aryana Health Care Foundation. Event begins at 6:00PM. To purchase tickets visit: www.AryanaHealthCareFoundation.org 3000 East Capitol Expressway, San Jose, CA 95148 (Ray Beshoff) February 15th Rockin’ the Rack Against Cancer Old School opens the show this year and we have fabulous new bands to come and enjoy... Big Mike and the Hartbeats, Crawdad Republic and returning with us again this year is Frontage Road which is a very special treat and blessing as directly after last years show our dear friend who plays in The Road was diagnosed with cancer and has fought very hard to kick its butt and come back and play the Rack Stage again this year! He and his wife come all the way from AZ for this event. Tickets are just $20 ($30 at door). Remember 100% of the proceeds go directly back to ACS-RFL! Doors open at 5:30pm. www.relayforlife.org/Almadenca
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February 28th AVAC Supersprint Triathlon With a comfortable, supportive environment, top-notch pool and equipment, knowledgeable fitness experts, and special community sponsors, this is your best opportunity to get into tri, prepare for the upcoming season, or simply compete against your neighbors! All ages and categories! Proceeds for this race will go to support a local sports charity. www.blackridgevineyards.com February 28th Kitchen & Bath Remodeling Seminar 10am-12:30pm, CASE Design & Remodeling 6155 Almaden Expy Ste. 400 95120. Register at 408-323-5300 or CaseSanJose.com. Learn to be smarter and invest wiser before your kitchen and bath remodeling project begins. Learn about the current trends, budgeting, colors, and choosing the Right Remodeler. Opera and the San José State University Opera Theater. For info: 408-395-2035 or 408-2432404 or http://www.sjoperaguild.org
April 25th Champagne Brunch & Opera Entertainment at La Rinconada Country Club Join the San José Opera Guild for champagne and no-host cocktails at 11:30 am, followed by a gourmet brunch, silent auction and raffle, and an exceptional music program by Opera San José Resident Artists. Tickets are $65 for Guild members, $75 for non-members; reservations required. A portion of each reservation is tax deductible. RSVP by April 17. Proceeds support the Opera San José Opera Outreach Program, the San Francisco Opera’s Merola Opera Program, the San Francisco Opera Guild’s Education Program (Opera a la Carte), the West Bay Opera and the San José State University Opera Theater. 408-395-2035 or 408-243-2404 or www.sjoperaguild.org
Phone: (408) 268-0132 Facebook: AlmadenYogurtFactory 6081 Meridian Ave. (LUCKY’S Shopping Center)
Burrell School Vineyards & Winery Premium Handcrafted Wines of Santa Cruz Mountains Appellation
The outside veranda overlooks the Estate vines with spectacular views of the canyons and ridges of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
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24060 Summit Road, take Highway 17 to Summit Road and go 3.5 miles east/south. Look for the big red Schoolhouse on the hill beyond the white fence.
SUMMIT RD.
3.5 miles from Hwy 17 & Summit Rd. intersection Look for the white board fence and white arch on the right.
OLD SAN JOSE RD.
You’re Invited!
San Jose
HWY 17
We invite you to visit us and taste as well as experience our rich heritage and award winning wines. The winery is open for your tasting pleasure on Thursday through Sunday from 11am to 5pm. The Tasting Room, located on the site of the original Teacher’s Carriage House, is an intimate area dedicated to showcasing our premium wines.
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