Blackhawk Living CA November 2023

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Kauls: Love the Life You Live Image courtesy of Kim Lind Photography

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Table of Contents

05 Letter to Residents 06 Expert Contributors List

2023 SPEAKER SERIES

Presented by the Patricia R. Behring Foundation

the Kauls: Love the Life You Live 08 Meet Resident Feature Rescue Foundation Adoption Stars 10 Animal Pet Corner

11 G.F. Handel’s Messiah Sing- A-Long of Events 12 Calendar October

DENALI: A Story of Hope and Survival

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 @ 7:00PM

13 Follow Us On Instagram! sunsets: a detox for the soul!

14 Kauai Life through a Lens National – The Palmer Course 16 Geneva Golf Destinations

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Blackhawk Chorus Updates

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Introducing EllacorTM Skin Rejuvenation Expert Contributor

BEN MOON Adventure Photographer

Ben Moon

FROM SANDLOTS TO STADIUMS:

Inside America’s Favorite Pastime

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 @ 7:00PM

weather welcomed Niners and company to our 24 Warm Guest Day on September 28th Local Sports

Swim Updates 25 HOX Local Sports to our ECNL All-Conference Team Players 26 Congratulations Local Sports

Drink and be Merry!

28 Eat, Wine, Food, Golf & Fun Classics Return 29 Summer Cars and Coffee

JEAN FRUTH Sports Photographer

Jean Fruth

The Secret Lives of Whales

OCTOBER 26, 2023 @7:00PM

Shades for Smart Home Living 30 Motorized Expert Contributor

Animal Rescue - Giving them another chance 32 Tri-Valley Pet Corner Holidays are Upon Us – 33 The and Padis Jewelry is Here to Serve You in Walnut Creek!

BRIAN SKERRY Underwater Photographer

Brian Skerry

Expert Contributor

The Making of Aperture Cellars Winery

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 @ 7:00PM

JESSE & ANDY KATZ Winemaker & Photographer

Jesse Katz

TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Non-Member Tickets: $35 Member Tickets: $20

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Publication Team Publisher: Jo Peek, Blackhawk Resident since 2014 Content Coordinator: Megan Scott Blackhawk Resident since 2010 Designer: Emily Lund Jo Peek

Contributing Photographer: Kim Lind Photography

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Dear Neighbors, It’s the season of giving thanks and giving back, and we’re thrilled to be getting into the spirit. For starters, we try to always feature Blackhawk residents practicing kindness, and this month you will learn about The Kaul Family, loving the life they created in Blackhawk.

Here’s to a generous season!

We are devoted to sharing stories, events and news among our neighbors in this wonderful community. If you have a story, event or news to share, please email me at mscott@ bestversionmedia.com.

Warmly,

Megan Scott Resident since 2010 Blackhawk Living Magazine is devoted to sharing stories, events and news among our neighbors in this wonderful community. If you have a story, event or news to share please email me at mscott@bestversionmedia.com.

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Expert Contributors

To learn more about becoming an expert contributor, contact Jo Peek at jpeek@bestversionmedia.com.

Advertising - Print & Digital Blackhawk Living CA Jo Peek 925-272-8246 BlackhawkLivingCA@gmail.com www.BlackhawkLivingCA.com

Over the last 9 years, Jo Peek has been helping local businesses, nonprofits, charities and schools connect with our community on a deeper level. She works with each client individually to customize a marketing campaign to suit their needs, timeline and budget.

Auto Sales & Service Kerri Anderson Pleasanton Automall Kerri.Anderson@hendrickauto.com 925-737-5062

The Pleasanton Automall is a luxury automotive dealership housing the Acura and Lexus dealerships located in Pleasanton, CA. In addition to our flagships, we also carry a wide selection of quality pre-owned vehicles. We pride ourselves in offering a World Class experience to all of our guests. Visit us today or contact us online to experience the Pleasanton difference.

Chiropractic Plaza Chiropractic & Massage Therapy Dr. Max Lippman, D.C. 925-964-9189 drmax@blackhawkchiropractor.com Website www.blackhawkchiropractor.com

Dr. Lippman has been in practice in the Tri-Valley since 2009. His passion is to help eradicate back pain and allow people to live their lives to the fullest. He is married and the father of two very good looking kids. When not cracking backs, he can be found running, hiking or biking with his kids, or enjoying a ballgame in the sun.

Cosmetic Surgery Stephen J. Ronan MD FACS Blackhawk Plastic Surgery and Migraine Center 925-736-5757 www.blackhawkplasticsurgery.com

Blackhawk Plastic Surgery has been offering their patients the highest quality cosmetic treatments in the Blackhawk area for more than 15 years. Now they are thrilled to introduce the Blackhawk Migraine Clinic led by migraine specialist, Alicia Choquette. Alicia brings over 5 years of migraine expertise to the Blackhawk Migraine Clinic and looks forward to helping patients live a better quality of life migraine free.

Custom Window Coverings Elite Shutters & Shadings Janice Tracy, Lead designer 925-243-9066 www.Eliteshadings.com

We offer the highest quality window treatments available, and we also provide custom design, measurement, and installation services. Our experts are dedicated to providing our clients with high quality window treatments that can improve your home. Our window treatments are custom-designed to be the perfect fit for your interior decor, your home’s energy efficiency needs, and your personal taste.

Dentist Dr. Larry Porteous DDS Larry Porteous Family Dentistry 925-736-9000

Porteous Family Dentistry- Larry Porteous DDS and Linda Porteous RDH have been serving the dental needs in the communities of Rodeo,Vallejo and Blackhawk/Danville for over 30 years.They are a full service practice, eliminating, in most cases, the need for referrals. Offering extended hours for your convenience. “Our practices are dedicated to treating and preventing dental diseases in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. We strive to give each person the same respect, concern and care we would expect as patients.

Home Maintenance Home Inspections Plus Mark Beck 925-240-0441 m.beck@localinspector.com www.localinspector.com

At Home Inspections Plus, we have two basic rules: client satisfaction and long-term relationships. With our many years of business experience and over 6,000 fee paid inspections, we believe after you try our service, you will gladly refer others to us and use us in the future. Realtor and consumer inquiries welcome!

Insurance Roger Fernando State Farm Roger Fernando Agency 925-244-1700 roger@rogerfernando.com

Roger Fernando has been a State Farm Agent for 30 years, starting his insurance agency in 1988.

Roger and his team are fully licensed. We take pride in giving personal, exceptional service, in talking and listening to our clients about their insurance needs. Our mission has always been to consult with customers as their insurance needs change, protect their insurance for the risks of everyday life and help recover from the unexpected loss.

Investigations The Frame Group www.TheFrameGroup.com 9000 Crow Canyon Road, Suite 395 Danville, California 94506 Tel: 1.925.837.8309 | Fax: 1.925.837.8737

Michael F. Framé received his formal investigative training from the United States Department of Justice (FBI), the United States Secret Service, IRS, and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) while serving as an undercover narcotics investigator assigned to the Vice Crimes Division of the Oakland Police Department. This training included asset identification and discovery, money laundering, fraud, financial crimes, business intelligence, organized and whitecollar crime, narcotics processing, sales, possession, and influence.

Jewelry, Diamonds & Timepieces Steve Padis Steve Padis Jewelry info@padisjewelry.com www.padisjewelry.com

Steve and Judy Padis own and operate Padis Jewelry, which has four locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. They founded the company in 1974 and are proud to have earned a reputation as one of the finest jewelers in San Francisco, serving generations of clients for their most precious moments in life, from engagement to anniversary to milestone gifts. Padis Jewelry maintains top-tier relationships with the most sought-after designers including Tacori, Forevermark, Verragio, Breitling, Tag Heuer, and Roberto Coin. As members of the American Gem Society, Padis is among the top 5% of jewelers across the country.

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Mortgage CrossCountry Mortgage LLC W. Todd Galde 925-854-5238 todd.galde@myccmortgage.com www.toddgalde.com

After more than 20 years, Todd Galde has mastered the process of helping borrowers with different income sources, matching the correct loan to their unique circumstances. We teach and advise, then we customize. A Direct Lender, Team Galde offers solutions with competitive rates and financing programs that give you more qualifying options, including the unique NINE Loan for owner-occupied purchase or refinance. Learn more at www.The9Loan.com.

Music: Soloist & Private Voice Lessons Elizabeth Hunter Ashley The Performance Studio 925-548-2694 Elizabeth@elizabethhunterashley.com www.elizabethhunterashley.com

Professional lyric coloratura soprano, Elizabeth has extensive experience as a soloist in oratorio, concert, musical theatre, sacred music, and new music. She performs nationally and internationally with renown conductors, orchestras, composers, international communities, and holds a myriad of national credits including MM degree. As the proprietor of her vocal music studio, she has taught 300+ private students from youth to mature adults offering them a sustainable vocal technique, biannual voice recitals which include philanthropic fund raisers, music connections in the community, performance preparation for high school top choirs, vocal competitions, college prep. recordings, pageant training. Elizabeth is a member of NATS, CCMTAC, an adjudicator for CMEA, and NATS.

Pool Service Jon Lubrano Atlantis Pools 925-736-0447 info@atlantispoolsdanville.com atlantispoolsdanville.com

Atlantis Pools Inc. is a family owned business that has been serving Contra Costa County for over 25 years. From pool repair, maintenance needs, remodels and updates, no job is too big or small for us. We take pride in the high quality service we give to each customer.

Property Management California Pacific Realty Zahid Jahania 510-757-1265 www.californiapacificrealty.com infocalpacrealty@gmail.com Remodeling DLM Enterprises Dennis Meurer 510-915-0091 dlmeurer@comcast.net dennis@dlm-enterprises.net Tree Service Trex Donovan Buena Vista Tree Service 415-531-1247 ntdonovan@yahoo.com www.buenavistatree.com Sushi Blue Sakana Blackhawk JD Choi jd@bluesakanablackhawk.com 925-648-7838 bluesakanablackhawk.com Wealth Advisor WestPac Wealth Partners Phil Kang, CExPTM Henry Chau, CPWA® 925-350-6588 info@westpacwealth.com www.westpacwealth.com

California Pacific Realty is a locally owned and operated full-service Real Estate firm. We specialize in buying, selling, and managing investment properties throughout the Bay area.

Our mission is to offer unique turnkey solutions to our investors. We specialize in acquisition, sales, and property management throughout Oakland and the Alameda County area. Our local property management expertise helps owners improve their return on investment (ROI), and renters find their ideal rental home.

I have been a license contractor for 13 years, I have over 25 years’ experience building, designing and remodeling residential properties. We do some commercial building remodeling. As a construction firm we do the majority of the work inhouse, we sub out very little.

Buena Vista Tree Service is committed to preserving our urban forests and environment. They recycle 100% of our green waste into a reusable landscaping product. Trex safely and efficiently handles all types of tree emergencies 24 hours a day to eliminate tree risks to people and property and significantly reduce your liability exposure.

Blue Sakana has become the premier destination for Japanese food, offering the highest-quality fish and most original sushi rolls in the area. Our inviting atmosphere and friendly staff have quickly made Blue Sakana a neighborhood favorite. Blue Sakana at Blackhawk offers a full bar with artisanal, Asian-inspired cocktails, an eclectic beer selection and a great wine list.

We specialize in sushi and Japanese dishes made with fresh ingredients, all at an accessible and affordable price.

Uniquely positioned to offer our clients access to one of the most comprehensive financial product platforms available today, Westpac envisions and enhances our clients’ goals by designing a customized strategy and creating a life map to achieve and protect their wealth.

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Resident Feature our wedding ceremonies, where we had ceremonies from each of our cultures and international celebrations with our families and friends celebrating both in America and Singapore!” says Rishi.

Rishi was born in India and raised in Singapore. He had an opportunity to pursue an accounting degree at the University of San Francisco and decided to go for it! In 2007, Rishi graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. He began his career working for major accounting firms in the audit department, which required a lot of dedication and long hours. When Rishi and Surina decided to start a family, he says he tried to find a workplace that provided a good work-life balance.

“I quickly realized this was extremely difficult to do.

After struggling to find a work-life balance after our first child was born, Surina’s dad announced he was looking for a CFO for his company, and after long discussions and putting thought into it, we decided this would provide me the opportunity to enhance my career but still provide the balance I craved to be able to be there for my children.” Rishi currently holds a CFO role in a mid-sized family business that owns and develops real estate, with franchised businesses. Surina’s parents own the business and are partners with her uncle. It is a true family business at it’s finest!

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mutual friend introduced Rishi and Surina while they were students at the University of San Francisco. “We met in college in the spring of 2005 and became a couple soon after. After graduation, I went on to law school, and Rishi began a career with Ernst & Young in the audit practice. By 2007, we were living together; in 2008, Rishi proposed; and we were married in 2010,” says Surina.

The couple worked to honor their different cultures in their wedding. “We went through so many adventures together, and we knew we were going to get married and continue our journey through life’s challenges together. We had many ups and downs throughout our time together prior to getting married, as we came from different backgrounds, countries, cultures, and religions, but somehow we made it work through compromise because we knew we wanted to create a life together. Our blended backgrounds even showed throughout

Surina was born in Mountain View and raised in Yuba City. She moved to San Francisco to attend college and get out of the small town she grew up in. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from USF. She then went on to get her Juris Doctorate from UC Hastings College of Law. “I had a passion for writing, arguing positions, analyzing the law, and applying it. Upon graduating, I secured a position with Farmer’s Insurance managing litigated injury claims.

Once my son was born, though, I could not get myself to leave him at daycare to go into work,” says Surina.

Luckily, while she was on maternity leave, her dad began expanding his company and was in need of a person to head development. It was a perfect match for Surina’s skill set, and, best of all, she was able to bring Riyahn, her son, into work with her. She was able to obtain the work-life balance she craved and still be able to raise her kids and be with them during their early years. Once she became pregnant with her third child, Surina resigned as Director of Development and enjoys being a stay-athome mom.

In addition, the couple also owns a franchised restaurant: Black Bear Diner in Colma, CA. “We fell in love with the brand Black Bear Diner. We loved their corporate team and what they stood for, as well as the restaurant concept and the coziness we felt every time we stepped inside.

We decided we would like to personally turn our love for the concept into ownership. We currently operate the restaurant ourselves with the help of a General Manager who manages the day-to-day operations of the restaurant,” says Surina.

San Francisco was their home base for many years, but once the couple started thinking about having children, they knew they wanted to move to a suburb with a

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home and more space. They found the perfect starter home in Novato, then in 2016, moved to Alamo Creek in Danville.

“While quarantining together during COVID, we realized our wants and needs had changed since we first moved into the home we were living in. We wanted a larger backyard space, more mature landscaping surrounding us, and a more peaceful ambiance in our neighborhood. We had many friends who lived in Blackhawk who spoke highly of the neighborhood, and in 2020, we found the perfect home and made the move to Blackhawk. We completely remodeled the home, designed the house and picked out each material ourselves. We managed the entire renovation process and now feel like this is our dream home,” says Rishi.

The three kids in the Kaul family are nine-year-old Riyahn, seven-year-old Sahara, and three-year-old Raynav. Riyahn plays baseball on a Tri-Valley tournament team and has a passion for football and basketball as well. He enjoys going to 49er games and has always had a passion for puzzles and Legos. Sahara is on a competition dance team and enjoys singing and dancing.

She loves listening to Jojo Siwa and taking long baths while singing along. Raynav loves cars and loves to kick a ball.

Surina enjoys working out, playing tennis, and going hiking. She loves to volunteer at the kids’ school. She is currently a room parent for Sahara’s classroom and actively volunteers throughout the year for all children at school. Surina enjoys traveling and planning events for special occasions. She also loves interior design and decorating and managed the entire home renovation project herself!

The couple say they love the life they have created for their family here in Blackhawk, “We love living in Blackhawk. Our neighbors are great. We have developed many nice friendships and have seen our neighbors look out for one another like family. We love our serene surroundings and peaceful environment. A lot of our friends live within the Blackhawk gates, and we love the feeling of community we get here.”

Rishi used to be a professional cricket player in Singapore.

He still represents Marin Cricket Club in the local Northern California Cricket League from time to time. In addition, Rishi has a passion for soccer and, in 2018, started a local soccer pickup group in Danville, which now boasts 80 members and plays pickup soccer almost every weekend morning.

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Pet Corner

ARF Adoption Stars

Sweetie

Tuxy

By Cole Kuiper

Five-year-old Sweetie cannot wait to go home with you! This social, little butterfly is ready to spread her wings and go adventure with you, or stay home and cuddle. She is just happy to be with you! Sweetie has a positive history with other dogs. She currently weighs 15 pounds.

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dopt a new best friend at ARF in Walnut Creek! View available dogs and cats online or visit ARF in-person: Tuesday-Sunday, 12-6 pm, with early-bird sign-in available on weekdays beginning at 9 am.

Our team is excited to guide you in choosing a pet, share information about their history and behavior, and provide helpful resources.

ARF adoption fees: • • • •

$250 for an adult dog $375 for a puppy (<6 months) $150 for a special-needs dog $200 for a special-needs puppy (<6 months) $150 for a senior dog (7+ years) Adoption fees waived for US military Veterans

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Here are a couple of our adorable animals looking for love:

Eleven-year-old Tuxy is one big girl with an even bigger heart! This kitty wrote the book on relaxation!

All you need is a spot of sun and a yummy treat or two for a Tuxy-style staycation! Tuxy has the softest fur and the most captivating eyes! Once you hear that soft purr, you’ll fall in love! Give this big girl a loving home so she can fully unwind! Bonus: Tuxy’s adoption fee has been prepaid by a generous donor.

ARF adoption fees: • • • • • • •

$125 for an adult cat $175 for a kitten (<6 months) $200 for two adult cats, $300 for two kittens $75 for a special-needs cat $100 for a special-needs kitten (<6 months) $75 for a senior cat (7+ years) Adoption fees waived for US military Veterans

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November

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Nov. 2-Dec. 15 Brilliance Art Exhibit

Every Monday Tips for Change Community Fundraising Events

@Village Theatre Art Gallery Brilliance features artwork full of intensity, sparkle, dazzle, and luminosity.

A group exhibit featuring artwork by members of the Lamorinda Arts Alliance.

Opening Reception Thursday, November 2, 2023 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

For more information, call the Village Theatre Art Gallery at 925-314-3467 or email artgallery@danville.ca.gov

@Gianni’s Italian Bistro Gianni’s Italian Bistro opens up their restaurant to support our local non-profit community. Tips for Change is a fun and unique way for local charity organizations to raise much needed funds. Volunteers and supporters of local non-profits suit up and become your servers for the evening with all tips and 10% of sales going to support their organization. This event occurs most Monday evenings between 5 and 8pm and is open to the public. Reservations required.

More information at www.giannissanramon.com

Fri., Nov. 10 Classical Musical Corner Featuring The Albany Consort @Village Theatre The Albany Consort is an orchestra with 6 violins/violas, 3 cellos/gambas, double bass, harpsichord, organ, and two recorders. This concert will feature 4 works from the composers: Bach, Shjeli, nan, Handel, and Nicolai.

Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Fri., Nov. 24 Lighting of Old Oak Tree @Diablo Road Make memories with your loved ones at Danville’s annual tree lighting ceremony. Watch as Father Christmas and the Snow Angel sprinkle a little magic dust on the old oak tree and bring it to light. Warm feelings will quickly quell the cool air as local choral groups provide musical accompaniment and neighborhood businesses pass out hot beverages. Want to keep the magic going?

Stroll downtown and enjoy refreshments, entertainment, and holiday shopping through the festively decorated streets.

Time: 5:15-8:30pm Cost: Free

Every Saturday Farmers’ Market @Railroad Ave. Municipal Parking Lot - Downtown Get the freshest seasonal fare at the Danville Certified Farmers’ Market. You’ll find fruits and vegetables direct from local farmers, along with fresh-cut flowers, bedding plants, fresh breads, and delicious specialty food items you can eat in the market or take with you to enjoy at home. It’s the perfect place to stock up for the week, or shop al fresco while socializing with friends. This event is located at Railroad & Prospect Avenues and offers free parking in the adjacent lot.

Time: 9am-1pm More information at www.pcfma.com

Save the date: Fri., Jan. 12 MJ’s 9th Annual Gift of Life Red Cross Blood Drive @Blackhawk Country Club Main Ballroom Start the year off right by giving back. “1 Pint Saves 3 Lives” Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm

Sat., Nov. 25 Small Business Saturdays @Danville Livery This is a nationally promoted event that encourages shoppers to support small businesses. American Express rewards their customers for purchases on their American Express card at any small business on this day.

Time: 12-3pm

Every Monday During Football Season Football at The Falls Food Stations 5:00pm Through 3rd Quarter Raffle At Half Time No Host Bar Opens One Hour Before Game Start Admission: Adults $25++ Kids 11 & Under $14 12

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Life through a Lens

Kauai sunsets: a detox for the soul!

By Sonia Lamba, Resident since 2015

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first visited Princeville, Kauai, two years back and instantly fell in love with the island and its breathtakingly gorgeous sunsets.

With Kauai being one of the more isolated Hawaiian islands, its open beaches with unobstructed views of the coastline for miles, makes Kauai sunsets so clear, spectacular and unmatched, both in beauty and magnificence.

The warm weather year around with humidity and moisture always in the air, helps scatter the sunlight and intensify the pink, orange, red and even purple and blue colors. And to top it off, add some volcanic pixie dust on it.

Voila! Definitely, a must see!

Ever since then, every time I go back, I fall in love with Kauai a whole bunches more.

Advice for the life you lead Advice. Beyond investing.

You have a vision for how you want to live for today, tomorrow and beyond. I start by asking the right questions to uncover what’s most important, and then work with you to create a plan to help you pursue it. Along the way, I offer advice that addresses every aspect of your financial life, at every stage of your life. It’s what we call: Advice.

Beyond investing.

For some of life’s questions, you’re not alone. Together we can find an answer.

John M. Vinci, AAMS®, AWMA® Sr Vice President--Wealth Mgmt Financial Advisor 925-746-0274 johnmichael.vinci@ubs.com

John Michael Vinci UBS Financial Services Inc. 4105 Blackhawk Circle Plaza Danville, CA 94506 925-746-0274

advisors.ubs.com/JohnMichael.Vinci As a firm providing wealth management services to clients, UBS Financial Services Inc. offers investment advisory services in its capacity as an SEC-registered investment adviser and brokerage services in its capacity as an SEC-registered broker-dealer. Investment advisory services and brokerage services are separate and distinct, differ in material ways and are governed by different laws and separate arrangements. It is important that clients understand the ways in which we conduct business, that they carefully read the agreements and disclosures that we provide to them about the products or services we offer. For more information, please review the PDF document at ubs.com/relationshipsummary. For designation disclosures visit ubs.com/us/en/designationdisclosures.html. ©UBS 2023. All rights reserved. UBS Financial Services Inc. is a subsidiary of UBS Group AG. Member FINRA/SIPC. D-UBS-4D6AD460 14

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Sonia Lamba As an aspiring photographer, I have always loved taking beautiful photos of my friends and family, nature and travels. After having a fulfilling career in finance in New York, I moved to California in 2014 where my love for photography turned into an invigorating passion. Moving to gorgeous Blackhawk has further enriched and blossomed my love for the camera. I take my camera everywhere, regardless of how short the distance is. Knowing me, there is always a photo opportunity!

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Golf Destinations

Geneva National – The Palmer Course

By Chuck Fox, Owner, Quintessential Golf, Resident since 2012

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eneva National includes fifty-four holes designed by three legends of the game: Palmer, Player, and Trevino.

Carved out of the rolling countryside of Southeastern Wisconsin four miles west of Lake Geneva, it’s near the shores of Lake Como. It’s an easy 90-minute drive from Chicago or Milwaukee. The club is semi-private, with a variety of membership opportunities. An array of shot-making skills is required due to the differences between the courses. The Palmer and Player courses are most memorable and more challenging, while the Trevino course is easier.

The tees, fairways, and greens are all bentgrass.

The Palmer Course is the longest of the three championship venues. From 2006 to 2008, it hosted an LPGA Futures Tour Event. It’s usually the favorite of the three courses for most golfers.

Continuous elevation changes and tree-lined fairways provide both pastoral beauty and shotmaking challenge. Arnie shaped the wetlands actively. Each hole is different, and he offers different feels as you move around the course.

I was struck by the marvelous mixture of open holes intermixed with tight forested holes, ending with three marvelous holes along the lake. These medium-sized greens are the toughest of the three courses with severe front-to-back slopes along with subtle breaks.

Starting at the range, breathtaking views of Lake Como are commonplace. The course opens with a splendid Par4. A creek winds through the fairway

Lake Como Views

If You Go: at the corner of the sharply right dogleg, presenting danger for golfers who push it down the right side. Running toward the green, the creek protects it short and left on the approach shot.

The Palmer course finishes with three marvelous holes along Lake Como. A striking contrast to the rest of the heavily wooded holes, these closing holes feel like a different course. Enjoy the scenery. The sixteenth is a long Par3, nicely protected by bunkers in the front and water in the back. The seventeenth is a medium length dogleg left Par5 entirely along Lake Como.

Approach shots left of the green will be wet.

There is no room for error. The eighteenth hole turns back to the clubhouse. It’s a problematic uphill Par4.

This course can be tough if you’re not striking it well and especially if played from the wrong set of tees for your ability. The varied course architecture at the Palmer course at Geneva National is simply enjoyable and represents Arnold Palmer at his best.

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Course Info - Geneva National Resort & Club includes fifty-four holes of championship golf with the Palmer, Player, and Trevino courses. The semi-private club allows public access to all courses on a daily rotating basis.

Location – One hour west of the Milwaukee International airport, one and 1/2 hours southeast of the Madison Regional Airport and one and 1/2 hours northwest of the Chicago O’Hare airport.

Lodging – Geneva National Resort and Inns of Geneva National are on the property.

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Blackhawk Chorus Updates

By Katherine Helms, Director of External Communication for Blackhawk Chorus

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n May 6th and 7th, Blackhawk Chorus performed “Sounds of the American Spirit” to nearly 1,000 people across Walnut Creek, Danville, and at the Blackhawk Country Club! It was a wonderful concert filled with jazz, gospel, spirituals, patriotic anthems, folk songs, and even pop songs, celebrating this country’s robust musical history! This concert series was right off the heels of the Blackhawk Chorus’ first tour since the COVID pandemic. Traveling to Washington D.C., the Chorus sang at the Lincoln Monument and the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.

The Blackhawk Chorus’ next concert series is set for December 8-10th. Sing We Now of Christmas! celebrates the holiday season with song! From cheerful classics that will have you singing along to stunning renditions of carols from around the world, this is a concert you and your family don’t want to miss! Tickets available now at blackhawkchorus. com/events.

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Introducing

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By Stephen J. Ronan, MD FACS, Blackhawk Plastic Surgery and MedSpa

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t Blackhawk Plastic Surgery & MedSpa, we are thrilled to announce the latest addition to our comprehensive lineup of aesthetic treatments: Ellacor Skin Rejuvenation. This exciting new procedure offers yet another innovative way we can approach skincare and restore youthful radiance.

Ellacor Skin Rejuvenation is a non-invasive, advanced skin treatment designed to target a wide range of concerns, from fine lines and wrinkles to uneven skin tone and texture. This procedure utilizes state-of-the-art technology to stimulate collagen production, promoting skin elasticity and a more youthful appearance.

Ellacor Skin Rejuvenation leverages the power of Micro-Coring to transform the world of skin restoration, while offering a remarkable promise— no scarring. So, what is Micro-Coring? It’s a cuttingedge technological procedure that performs the delicate and precise removal of the outermost layer of your skin, all the while preserving the integrity of the tissue beneath. Unlike some conventional

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Ellacor’s Micro-Coring™ technology seamlessly integrates with your skin’s natural structure, delivering a rejuvenated appearance that looks incredibly genuine, authentic and natural-looking. With Ellacor, you’ll also experience minimal downtime and disruption to your daily life, ensuring a swift return to your routine with your revitalized skin. Lastly, because your skin is as unique as you are, our expert practitioners tailor Ellacor Skin Rejuvenation treatments to address your specific needs, ensuring that you achieve the best possible results.

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At Blackhawk Plastic Surgery & MedSpa, we are committed to helping you look and feel your best. With the introduction of Ellacor Skin Rejuvenation, we are taking another step towards providing you with the most effective and advanced skincare solutions available. To learn more about Ellacor Skin Rejuvenation and how it can help you achieve your skincare goals, please contact our office at 925-736-5757 to arrange your complimentary consultation and embark on your journey to a refreshed and revitalized appearance. Our team is eager to guide you on your journey to renewed and refreshed skin.

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Local Sports

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Warm weather welcomed Niners and company to our Guest Day on September 28th

By Fran Davis

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un was the key word, and Niner’s enjoyed another memorable Guest Day with friends and family. Foursomes changed partners every third hole to calculate scores which provided golfers, that even a bad round with at least a good hole or two, ensuring a chance to win the golf challenge for the day. It may not have felt like fall on the golf course, but the tables at lunch were adorned with fall themed centerpieces. Andrew Brown tabulated scores and announced results with gift cards awarded to winners. In addition, there were a few bottles of wine given as door prizes. A BIG thank you to Shelley Foster and Lil Giovanzana for organizing another wonderful Guest Day and to Diane Manske for the centerpieces. Kudos to Shelley for the chocolate golf ball favors too!

September Charm Day Results 1st Flight 1st Place Low Gross - Cassandra Boyer 2nd Place Low Gross - Leigh Bultman 1st Place Low Net -Linda Maddalon 2nd Place Low Net -Dale Muth 2nd Flight 1st Place Low Gross - Joanne Knapp

A great turnout for Guest Day September 28th

2nd Place Low Gross - Lil Giovanzana 1st Place Low Net - Fran Davis 2nd Place Low Net - Diane Paulik & Carol Gray Congratulations Sandy Davis, September Charm Day Winner Welcome to our new members, Karilyn Collini & Jane Chaplin

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Local Sports

HOX Swim Updates

By Lisa Wirth

Mothers and daughters on Guest Day, Niners Ruth Chantland and MaryJane Novak with daughters Jennifer Schulte and Marina Beadle.

The Niners mission is to promote friendship and camaraderie through golf. The opportunity for competitive play is optional, but fun! If you are interested in learning more about joining, please email our membership chair, Kendel Goldthwaite at steitz5130@ aol.com Sandy Davis, September Charm Day Winner.

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appy Fall from the HOX! We cannot believe that it’s that time of year when people are out shopping for the holidays and preparing for their Thanksgiving dinners. Although driving through the gates these days, the local turkeys don’t seem to be too concerned about their thanksgiving plans. The HOX board is busy working behind the scenes preparing for the next summer swim season. This is the time of year when the board is busy selecting the theme from all the submissions from our team members. Once the theme has been selected, then the real work begins for our board of all the planning, how a theme is going to play out. Shirts and products must get ordered, car magnets, banners, etc. Months of planning to make sure everything is ready for the theme to be revealed to the team at our March launch party.

HOX held their annual Fall Classic Swim Meet in October and despite the rain, had 425 swimmers from all over the county come to swim at our pool.

Our Fall swim program ends Friday 11/17. The Fall swim program extension for JO qualifiers and select age groups will continue training through the end of the year.

The Blackhawk Country Club High School Prep swim program will begin in December, details to be published soon.

We hope you are having a great fall season, whether it be in the pool or not. GO HOX!

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Local Sports

Congratulations to our ECNL All-Conference Team Players

By Melissa Durkee, Marketing & Communications Director, Mustang Soccertor, Mustang Soccer

Congratulations to the following ECNL Players who received All-Conference Team Honors for the 22/23 Season:

Boys

Brody Anand, First Team - U15 Moises Farias Diaz, First Team - U15 Aidan DePaco, Second Team - U15 Leo Avalos, First Team - U16 Ronan Rattigan, First Team - U16 Jonny Roth, First Team - U16 Colin Farley, Second Team - U16 Matthew Aldana, First Team - U17 Sawyer Hodson, First Team - U17 Jose Valencia, Second Team - U17 Alfredo Campos, Second Team - U18/19

Congratulations to our 22/23 ECNL Boys All-Conference Team Players Brody Anand 08B ECNL First Team

Moises Farias Diaz 08B ECNL First Team

Aiden DePaco 08B ECNL Second Team

Leo Avalos 07B ECNL First Team

Ronan Rattigan 07B ECNL First Team

Jose Valencia 06B ECNL Second Team

Sawyer Hodson 06B ECNL First Team

Alfredo Campos 05/04B ECNL Second Team

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Matthew Aldana 06B ECNL First Team

Colin Farley 07B ECNL Second Team

Jonny Roth 07B ECNL First Team

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Local Sports

Congratulations to our 22/23 ECNL Girls All-Conference Team Players

Dalia Asad 08G ECNL First Team

Victoria Alessandrini 06G ECNL First Team

Girls

Dalia Asad, First Team - U15 Abby Forsgren, Second Team - U15 Avery Standish, First Team - U16 Samantha Walker, First Team - U16 Amanda Kayari, Second Team - U16 Victoria Alessandrini, First Team - U17

Abby Forsgren 08G ECNL Second Team

Luana Veras 06G ECNL First Team

Avery Standish 07G ECNL First Team

Allyson Graff 06G ECNL Second Team

Samantha Walker 07G ECNL First Team

Isabel Liu 05/04G ECNL First Team

Luana Veras, First Team - U17 Allyson Graff, Second Team - U17 Isabel Liu, First Team - U18/19 Cameron Silva, First Team - U18/19 Layla Armas, Second Team - U18/19

Amanda Kayari 07G ECNL Second Team

Cameron Silva 05/04G ECNL First Team

Layla Armas 05/04G ECNL Second Team

Congratulations to the following ECNL Player who received All-American Team Honors AND Northern Cal Conference Player of the Year: Leo Avalos - U16, Northern Cal Conference Player of the Year for the second year in a row!

Congratulations to our ECNL Boys who was recently veiled as a top 25 club in the country!

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Wine, Food, Golf & Fun

Eat, Drink and be Merry!

By Mike L. McColgan, Resident since 1990

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alnut Creek has a lot of new amazing restaurants. They were showcased on Thursday 9/7 for the Annual Diablo Ballet Gourmet Gallop. What a fabulous way to try an array of restaurants with sips, tastes and bites. We had a wonderful evening strolling the streets, talking with friends and discovering wonderful restaurants. A true sense of community!

Diablo Ballet puts on this fantastic event every year during the first week of September.

The Gourmet Gallop benefits Diablo Ballet and its PEEK Outreach Program (Performing Arts Education & Enrichment for Kids), which is the only arts education program of its kind offered by a professional dance company in the Bay Area.

Waterlight Plaza featured wine tasting by Fenestra Winery and wine and appetizers provided by The Garden; Steinway Piano Gallery featured wine tasting by McGrail Vineyards and a piano concert with wine glasses provided by Community Bank of the Bay. They also had a drawing for the concerts at the Garden, which is the former Scott’s.

Lucky Linda won two tickets for the Prince concert on 10/27.

Join us. Tickets are at: https://www.thegardenwc.com/.

Restaurants that participated included: 5 Tacos and Beer, Broderick, Buon Vino, Massimo Ristorante, Opa!, Residual Sugar, Sauced, SF Creamery Co., Skipolini’s, Silk Road, Slice House, Tacos Walnut Creek, Tomatina, Torsap, and Walnut Creek Yacht Club.

We highly recommend you look for this event next September. It is a great way to taste restaurant samples and sips as well as providing support for the Arts for our young people.

Cheers to Diablo Ballet for bringing so much love to our community!

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Cars and Coffee

Summer Classics Return

By Celeste Altus

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t was a beautiful, sunny day Sept. 9, 2023 when the East Bay Street Dreams car club returned to the Blackhawk Museum for its third Annual Car Show. The show took place in the lower parking lot of the Blackhawk Plaza, and featured many classic American muscle cars like Ford Mustangs, Chevrolet Corvettes, and Camaros, all restored to premium condition. The EB Street Dreams club calls itself the “place where classic muscle and lowriders unite,” and its female founders had both, in spades.

Among the beautiful machines on display were Chevy Impalas, Malibus and Olds Cutlasses. All cars were welcome and the occasional Ferrari could be spotted too. It’s easy to see why this popular club keeps drawing crowds every year.

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She lives in Danville, and keeps a car account on Instagram called @Cars_of_Danville.

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Expert Contributor

Motorized Shades for Smart Home Living

By Janice Tracy, Interior Designer

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ired of climbing over the sofa or into the bathtub to open and close your shades? With the latest advances in automation, you don’t have to. At Elite Shutters & Shadings we offer Hunter Douglas PowerView products as well as Somfy for our patio shades and custom soft treatments such as drapery and roman shades.

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Pet Corner

Tri-Valley Animal Rescue Giving Them Another Chance

By Sue James, President

Klondike

They say, “go big or go home!” Klondike wants to know why he can’t do both?

KLONDIKE IS A BIG, mellow, debonair and dashing Alaskan Malamute. And while he is A BIG BOY - his volunteer friends and shelter staff friends say he’s a pretty laid-back sort of guy. After all, more dog = more love, no? Klondike is approximately 7 years old, and currently weighs 144 lbs. Yup, you heard that right. But his favorite things to do are going on strolls, playing ball, lazing around in the yard, sleeping, and getting a whole lotta LOVE from his volunteer friends.

He has already been neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and dewormed, and is ready to go to his new home! If you are looking for a devoted, loving, adorable companion - Klondike could be the BIG BOY for you. He is located at the East County Animal Shelter – 4595 Gleason Drive in Dublin – Kennel A10. You can see more about Klondike and additional pictures and videos at www.tvar.org.

FOSTER KITTEN PROGRAM - BEAR

Bear was discovered at the shelter on the brink of death. Cold and weak, with hardly enough energy to let out a gentle meow for help, a four-week-old kitten was dying of something completely treatable. Bear had tapeworms. A TVAR foster scooped Bear up, syringe-fed him a mixture of kitten formula, hot water, and high-calorie wet food, gave him supplemental fluids, and dewormed him.

Bear was taken home that night and nursed him back to health over the next several days. Helping neglected kittens like Bear is what TVAR is all about.

With support from the community in terms of volunteering and donating, TVAR has been able to help many animals like Bear, neglected and struggling to survive, to have a second chance at a happy life.

TVAR’s kitten and bottle baby programs rescue kittens - some only days old who are unable to be adopted from the shelter and place them in foster homes where they receive medical care, love, and a home setting until they are healthy, able to be spayed or neutered and ready for their forever homes

Tri-Valley Animal Rescue (TVAR) - Giving them Another Chance.

TVAR is a locally based and volunteer run 501(c)3 animal rescue organization.

With our foster dog and foster kitten programs and our Dog and Cat Shelter programs at the East County Animal Shelter, TVAR assists in saving hundreds and hundreds of animals yearly in the Tri-Valley and surrounding areas. We are celebrating 30 years of saving lives with over 250 local volunteers. At TVAR, we rely solely on Public Support to fund our life saving programs.

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Expert Contributor

The Holidays are Upon Us – and Padis Jewelry is Here to Serve You in Walnut Creek!

By Steve Padis, Padis Jewelry

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lackhawk residents Steve and Judy Padis are even more inspired to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Padis Jewelry with the grand re-opening of Padis Jewelry Broadway Plaza, the first Padis Jewelry venture in their hometown.

Padis Jewelry Broadway Plaza has been recently converted from the Padisowned Forevermark Boutique to a full Padis location showcasing natural diamonds, lab grown diamonds and fine jewelry adornment in a relaxing, non-commissioned environment. As San Francisco Bay Area’s most trusted family-owned jeweler, Padis specializes in California’s largest selection of diamonds and designers such as Tacori, Verragio, and Breitling. The Padis family offers personalized service and exceptional value and aims to exceed your expectations - each and every time you visit. You’ll never be pressured to buy or spend more than you want to. Our trusted advisors are here to help guide you to find your dream piece of jewelry.

Just in time for the holidays, here are the top three gift suggestions:

even lariat styles, collecting pieces for a layered look can become a meaningful (and chic) way to commemorate cherished events, making these options all the more ideal for gifting.

Diamond Stud Earrings

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Diamond stud earrings are a wardrobe staple. Classic earrings are the ideal finisher for many seasonal outfits and that makes them a highly appreciated gift choice. They will take you from the gym to a job interview and never look out of place. We also have an extensive collection of lab grown stud earrings if you’d rather maximize the size for your buck!

The Stackable Band

Just as a fashion wardrobe of basics can change from day to day, so can your basic jewelry wardrobe thanks to the art of stacking and layering. For a master class in creating newness in a jewelry wardrobe full of classics, look no further than the stackable band. These petite-yet-impactful rings offer endless styling options for even the most fickle fashion chameleon.

Begin with three complementary styles, and then add one or two annually to keep the look current and allow creativity to flourish. The Padis Natural and Lab Grown Eternity Collections have tons of styles to help curate your custom stack!

The Layering Necklace

Solo statement pendants will never fade from fashion’s favor—but those in the know are putting their unique twist on the look by layering multiple styles. Stacking individual pendants offers a more laid-back approach to everyday jewelry. From chunky chain links to single-stone pendants and

It’s the beautiful surroundings and wonderful sense of community that brought the Padis family to Danville as residents over 40 years ago. With four children who all attended Golden View Elementary and St. Isidore in Danville and participated in sports and activities throughout the area, the Padis Broadway Plaza store truly feels like coming home for the Padis team.

Padis Jewelry Walnut Creek is located in Broadway Plaza, next door to Free People near the large fountain across from Nordstrom and Lululemon. Padis brings the same exceptional selection, value, and customer service to Walnut Creek that they have offered to their jewelry clients in the San Francisco Bay Area and the Napa Valley for many years. The Padis team is thrilled to be a part of the East Bay community and looks forward to seeing you soon. Please feel free to reach out to our delivery and concierge service at concierge@padisjewelry.com or 925-532-7500.

From our family to yours, we wish you a very happy holiday season!

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