Fountain Valley Living Magazine August 2019

A HEART FOR THE COMMUNITY p. 4 // HOME-GROWN FIRE CHIEF p. 6 LET'S GET READY TO GRILL p. 9 // STEPPING UP FOR ETHAN p. 14

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

AUGUST 2019

SOUL TOWN

PRESORTED STANDARD

PAID

U. S. POSTAGE

Permit #88

BUENA PARK, CA

The second Concert in the Park this summer featured Stone Soul and its tribute to Motown classics.

E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

Photo Photoby by LYNN LYNN SEEDEN SEEDEN Seeden Seeden Photography Photography

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

1

LIFE IN THE NICE PLACE FountaınValley Lıvıng FountaınValley Lıvıng

128 Small-town living ISSUE No.

®

®

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

ALEX ACCETTA ALEX A. ACCETTA, CPA & ASSOC. CEO

LYNN SEEDEN

PUBLISHER www.FountainValleyMagazine.net fvmagazine@live.com (714) 847-7714

CURT SEEDEN

PUBLISHER fvmagazine@live.com (714) 847-7714

WRITER, EDITOR

PAGE DESIGNER, PHOTOGRAPHER

COPY EDITOR Photo by LYNN SEEDEN COLUMNIST

GADVERTISING Angela Sievers, 6, of FV enjoys a summer evening during the July 18 Concert in the Park.

AD GRAPHIC ARTISTS The concerts conclude on Aug. 1 with That Garth Guy as well as the annual Chamber of Commerce Business Expo.

Celebrating the spirit of our FV neighborhoods

PRINT PRODUCTION

MAIL PREPARATION

Every year, on the first Tuesday of August (this year, Aug. 6), Foun- tain Valley is reminded of the importance of neighborhood spirit.

On that day, the Fountain Valley Police Department, along with thousands of other law enforcement agencies across the country, celebrate "National Night Out." National Night Out is truly a community event here. It is held at the Fountain Valley Sports Park and features displays from the Police and Fire departments, West County SWAT, Neighborhood Watch and Neighborhoods Helping Neighbors. This event starts at 6 p.m.

The evening includes K-9 demonstrations, children’s fingerprinting, the Orange County Volunteer Clowns, games and more.

The event concludes with the city’s first Movie in the Park at dusk.

Read more about the Movies in the Park on page 8.

The focus is on fun, but National Night Out is designed to: heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for local anti-crime efforts; strengthen neighborhood spirit.

Enforcement is a powerful word but it is what makes a strong community. The city and all of its departments have rules that must be enforced. National Night Out is a big reminder of that fact.

Curt & Lynn

Curt & Lynn Seeden Publishers, and your neighbors

Alex

Alex Accetta CFO, and your neighbor

ON THE COVER: Matt Grey, lead singer for the band “Stone Soul,” sings his heart out to the 3,000 attendees at the July 18 Concert in the Park on the Great Lawn outside the Recreation Center. The final concert of the summer is Thursday, Aug. 1. The event is free.

Photo by LYNN SEEDEN

2

AUGUST 2019

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

FV LIVING MAGAZINE ACCOUNTANT

CURT SEEDEN LYNN SEEDEN KRISTAL SEEDEN STEVE SCHULTZ CURT SEEDEN, (714) 847-7714 LAURA ROMERO CHELSEA SIEVERS LYNN SEEDEN FREEDOM PRINTING, ANAHEIM HANDS-ON MAILING, BUENA PARKRS ALEX A. ACCETTA & ASSOC., CPA

2019 ADVISORY BOARD (VOLUNTEER) SUSAN SAURASTRI, REALTOR, SEVEN GABLES REAL ESTATE

DAVID TRUONG, OWNER, MIMI’S JEWELRY

LARRY CRANDALL, FORMER MAYOR

SANDRA CRANDALL, TRUSTEE, FOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT

MARCIA MANKER, CEO, ORANGE COAST MEMORIAL MEDICAL CTR

PAUL STIMSON, ORANGE COAST MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

FOUNTAIN VALLEY LIVING MAGAZINE® IS PRIVATELY OWNED BY

O.C. Media Group, LLC

8840 WARNER AVE., SUITE 204 FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708

(714) 847-7714

www.FountainValleyMagazine.net Fountain Valley Living Magazine is mailed free each month to homes and businesses in 92708 (no P.O. boxes). Additional copies are placed on countertops throughout the community. Total monthly distribution is 25,000 copies (20,650 mailed; 4,350 countertop), for a total distribution of 300,000 copies per year.

The publication is funded by advertising, patrons and fundraisers.

www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

Make time for men’s health.

ADVERTISEMENT

Be there to make memories with those who care about you.

We know that sometimes the last thing men want to do is make a health appointment. Unfortunately, the statistics don’t favor delays. One appointment may give you much of the info you need to know to continue to be a loving partner, active dad or granddad and doing the things you like to do.

Find a doctor at FountainValleyHospital.com/Doctor E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

3

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

People a in Fount

Valley

Harriet Sullivan shows off a scrapbook from her second round of presidency in 2005-2007. She was the original president when the club opened in 1964.

55 years of leadership

Woman’s Club charter president Harriet Sullivan epitomizes the heart of the city’s longest standing club

By CURT SEEDEN Fountain Valley Living Magazine

H

arriet Sullivan was the first president of the Fountain Valley Woman’s Club.

That was 55 years ago. Still an active member, she will tell you the focus of the club hasn’t changed.

“Back then, the main goal was to support our community,” said Sullivan, the club’s longest-tenured member.

Harriet and her husband, Sully, moved into the first tract in Fountain Valley in February of 1963.

“There were only two streets done when we moved in,” she recalled.

4

AUGUST 2019

Her path to the Woman’s Club began when Fran Donovan, president of the Tamura School Parent Teacher Organization, started an effort to recruit women in the neighborhood. “She wanted to round up enough people to make some money,” Harriet said.

So Harriett and friend Jean Moss (also a future Woman’s Club president) were recruited to “canvass the neighborhood to round up gals,” she said.

Why fundraisers? Like any service organization, the Woman’s Club seeks funds to do good in the community.

That hasn’t changed.

At some point, it was decided Fountain Valley needed a Woman’s Club.

So, in 1965, the Fountain Valley Woman’s Club was started with 81 members.

It’s the longest-standing community support club in the city. Today, the club has 107 members and is still growing.

Harriet has seen a lot over the years.

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

She served as president a second time from 2005-2007 but spent her early years in the club as treasurer.

“I was treasurer for a long, long time because no one wanted to take that job,” she said. “I gave it up at the right time because that’s when computers came into the world.”

During its beginnings, the club met monthly in the evenings in the Tamura School multipurpose room. Over the years, the club moved to the Community Center (the building behind City Hall) and to Mile Square Park. Today, it meets monthly at noon at the Claim Jumper Restaurant on Brookhurst Street.

“Back then, the main goal was to support our community. I remember someone had a big fire and we donated money to them. We were involved with the (Woman’s Club) district over the years and they always had projects that we participated in.” www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

In 1999, the Woman’s Club funded the installation of an El Camino Real Road marker at John Wayne Airport.

The markers were popular then and could be found on roads linking all California missions.

Harriet also remembers the club donating a defibrillator to Fountain Valley High School, and giving $2,000 to the Fire Department for an infrared camera used to locate hot spots in buildings on fire.

Today, focus on bettering the community still stands, based on the club’s official purpose: “The object of the club shall be the advancement of the women of the community, promotion of the general welfare of the community, and cooperation with the Orange District, California Federation and General Federation.”

Today’s club raises money for schol-

LOOK BACK: The Fountain Valley Woman's Club celebrated its ninth birthday in June 1973 with a birthday cake, an annual tradition the club has kept.

Pictured from left: Shirley Pulford, Jean Moss, Donna Booth, Harriet Sullivan, Patti Romine and Barbara Gillum.

arships for local deserving high school students and supports both the Fountain Valley Police and Fire departments.

Harriet, incidentally, was named “Clubwoman of the Year” in 2007-2008.

Harriett and Sully are also members of the Fountain Valley Historical Society, and Harriet is also a “Lady Knight”

with the Knights of Columbus at Holy Spirit Catholic Church.

“I enjoy it, I enjoy the ladies. It’s always fun,” she said. “There’s always things to do if you’re willing to step forward. If you put forth a little effort, you’ll find something for yourself and you’ll enjoy it.”

ADVERTISEMENT

E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

5

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

F

Meet your new chief Ron Cookston, like previous fire chiefs, has his roots in Fountain Valley

By CURT SEEDEN Fountain Valley Living Magazine Photo by LYNN SEEDEN Seeden Photography

6

AUGUST 2019

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

ountain Valley is well known as an early farming community where sugar beets, lima beans and asparagus were grown in the area’s rich, fertile land.

Turns out, the city is also known for its crop of fire chiefs.

Meet the city’s newest chief, Ron Cookston, who, like recently retired Fire Chief Tony Coppolino and former Chief Mark Haskell has his roots in Fountain Valley.

Like Coppolino and Haskell, Chief Cookston attended Fountain Valley High School. And like Coppolino and Haskell, he has spent his entire firefighting career in Fountain Valley.

Cookston began his time with the Fountain Valley Fire Department as a volunteer in 1991 working as a fire prevention and suppression reserve.

Since beginning his firefighting career 25 years ago, Chief Cookston has held every sworn position in the department, including paramedic, engineer, captain, paramedic coordinator, training captain and battalion chief.

The Fountain Valley Fire Department offers mentoring programs— including promotional academies and workshops—that were all initiated by Cookston. The new chief earned an associate of arts degree in fire technology and a bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership.

Cookston is a Trabuco Canyon resident. He and his wife, Lisa, have raised three children: Isabel, Faith and Everett.

Cookston was named fire chief

www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

shortly after Coppolino officially retired on June 27.

“I got hired back in 1993 full time after being a reserve,” Cookston said.

“At that time, I told then-Fire Chief Rich Jorgensen that if he hired me, I would never leave and I would give my best effort to Fountain Valley for the rest of my career.”

Cookston added: “There is no greater honor for me to be given the opportunity to give back to the city and the fire department what they have given me.”

■ Courtesy photo Ron Cookston, left, with his family, daughter Faith, wife Lisa, daughter Isabel and son Everett. Cookston grew up in Fountain Valley and has worked solely for the Fountain Valley Fire Department throughout his career.

PA ID A DV ERT I SEMENT

E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

7

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

Entertaining evenings Movies in the Park series kicks off Aug. 6 at the FV Sports Park The city’s ongoing summer of family entertainment continues this month with the weekly Movies in the Park program.

Tuesday, Aug. 6: The movie series begins at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6 with “Hercules,” being presented in conjunction with National Night Out at the Fountain Valley Sports Park.

National Night Out is an opportunity for the city’s Police and Fire personnel to get together with the community and present displays, demonstrations and provide safety information.

Thousands of communities across the country celebrate National Night Out on the first Tuesday in August.

Some cities and neighborhoods host block parties, festivals, parades and cookouts.

Fountain Valley has been

combining National Night Out with the first movie in the park for several years.

The movie follows at dusk. Bring a blanket and chairs!

Friday nights: On Friday, Aug. 16, “The Greatest Showman” will be shown at dusk at Courreges Park, 8556 Rogue River. Activities begin at 6 p.m. The movie stars Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams and Zack Efron.

“Monsters University” will be presented on Friday, Aug. 23 at Los Alamos Park, 17901 Los Alamos. Activities begin and 6 p.m. and the movie starts at dusk.

The animated comedy features the voices of Billy Crystal, John Goodman and Steve Buscemi.

On Friday, Aug. 30, “Tangled” will be presented at McDowell Park, 17200 Oak St. Activities begin at 6 p.m. The 2010 animated movie features the voices of Mandy Moore, Zachary Levi, Ron Perlman and Donna Murphy.

More information, call (714) 839-8611.

AROUND TOWN

Special Olympics bowling championship is Aug. 24 SEND US YOUR FOUNTAIN VALLEY CALENDAR ITEMS:

E-mail us with your Fountain Valley nonprofit and school calendar items to FVMagazine@Live.com or call during business hours at (714) 847-7714 (landline).

8

AUGUST 2019

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

More than 400 Special Olympics Southern California athletes will compete Aug. 24 at the Special Olympics Bowling Championship at Fountain Bowl.

The championship is the culmination of regional training and competitions for athletes from across Southern California who will be competing for gold,

silver and bronze medals and ribbons.

The event is free and open to the public. The day begins with opening ceremonies at 8 a.m. followed by competition from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. An awards ceremony will follow.

There are opportunities to volunteer, sponsor the event and be fans.

Fountain Bowl is at 17110 Brookhurst St. For more information, go to www. sosc.org/bc. www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

M

is LUBS an LS Cey iw & GItRon Vall K g YS tin be em

r

o

n

What to do if you receive an IRS CP2000 notice Don't ignore the notice.

An Internal Revenue Service CP2000 notice is mailed to a taxpayer when income reported from third-party sources such as an employer, bank, or mortgage company does not match the income reported on the tax return.

It is not a tax bill or a formal audit notification; it merely informs you about the information the IRS has received and how it affects your tax. It is, however, important to pay attention to what your CP2000 notice states because interest accrues on your unpaid balance until you pay it in full.

If you receive a CP2000 notice in the mail complete the response form.

If your notice doesn't have a response

form, then follow the notice instructions.

Generally, you must respond within 30 days of the date printed on the notice.

You may request additional time to respond, and if you cannot pay the full amount that you owe, you can set up a payment plan with the IRS. If the information on the CP2000 notice is not correct, then check the notice response form for instructions on what to do next. You also may want to contact whoever reported the information and ask them to correct it.

If the information is wrong

because someone else is using your name and Social Security number, please contact the IRS and let them know. You can also use the link on the IRS identity theft information web page to find out more about what you can do.

If you do not respond, the IRS will send additional notices. Don’t let these pile up!

We at Alex A. Accetta, CPA & Associates have experts to assist you with this, and with your tax planning, tax preparation and the accurate filing of your taxes.

We can help you year round, not just during tax time.

Call today for your financial guidance appointment.

(714) 848-9158

8840 Valley,CA CA92708 92708 8840Warner WarnerAvenue, Avenue,Suite Suite 204 204 •• Fountain Fountain Valley,

Office: 714-848-9158 FAX: FAX:714-848-2649 714-848-2649

www.aaccettacpa.com www.aaccettacpa.com For For all all your your tax tax and and accounting accounting needs. needs.

Specializing Specializing in in income income taxes taxes Estate Estate taxes taxes •• Real Real estate estate E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

9

®

B O f Hu

ADVERTISEMENT

AIN V

LEY

ES T. JU N E 13 19 57 CA

MAGAZINE DAY p. 10 // CONCERTS IN THE PARK p. 14 //

Dear Fountain Valley Living...

Letters to the editor (when we get them) and other spiffy stuff

SUMMERFEST IN PHOTOS p. 4-5 FVHS ALUMNA TAKES COMMAND p. 6

TA I N

EST J U N E .1 19 5 7 3 CA

LLEY

®

JULY 2019

UN

VA

FountaınValley Lıvıng

FO

NT

AL

FOU

®

Let the games begin!

FVPD again takes part in Special Olympics Torch Run

PAID

Permit #88

U. S. POSTAGE

BUENA PARK, CA

File photos by LYNN SEEDEN

PRESORTED STANDARD

TA

I N VA

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

1

TA I N

A Nice Place to Grill

EY

.

E S T 13 E J U N9 5 7 1 S.T.O.P. Parkinson’s CA

Foundation mixer and kickoff is Aug. 22

LLEY

EST J U N E .1 19 5 7 3 CA

JULY 2019

The BBQ Music Fest is heading back to Fountain Valley. The first came to FV in 2011 and relocated to Long Beach after two years. This large-scale food fest will be back to the FV Sports Park in August.

LL

FOUN

E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

VA

UN

FountaınValley Lıvıng

FV native Keeli Scott Lisack is establishing a new non-profit foundation to raise funds to help with Parkinson's disease.

Her husband, Joe, died two years ago from effects of the disease.

The "S.T.O.P. Parkinson’s FounKEELI SCOTT LISACK dation," one of the Fountain Valley Chamber of Commerce’s newest members, will host a networking mixer from 5 to 7 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 22 at Ozzie’s Sports Bar at Fountain Bowl.

The kickoff event is free and open to the public and will feature food, drinks, karaoke and musical entertainment. Fountain Bowl is at 17110 Brookhurst St. For more information, call the Chamber at (714) 962-3822.

10

AUGUST 2019

Huge barbecue festival returns to Fountain Valley Aug. 16-18

Fountain Valley will once again be the site of a major barbecue event this summer.

The 2019 BBQ Music Fest will be held Aug. 16-18 at the Fountain Valley Sports Park. Admission is $5 Friday, and $10 Saturday and Sunday.

The three-day event will feature live entertainment from local bands, a food court (including non-barbecue items), cantinas, arts and crafts, a children's area with animal variety show and petting zoo.

Attendees are invited to sample fiery chicken, pulled pork, tri-tip, pork ribs, sausages and sides (all available for purchase).

Award-winning national barbecue pit masters like Blazin’ Broncos (Ohio), Porky-N-Beans (Florida), Git-R-Smoked (Nevada) and Rasta Joe BBQ (Indiana) will make their way to the festival to battle it out against local barbecue grillers like Q Smokehouse (Long

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

Beach) and Smoking Ribs (Garden Grove) for the “Best BBQ” and your vote as the “People's Choice Favorite.”

The VIP Rib Village is under a large canopy tent to keep you cool, with an exclusive VIP entrance and exit, VIP bar, private VIP restroom facilities (ADA-compliant), and assigned seating.

Admission to the VIP Village includes five drinks. You must be 21 or older to be served alcohol within the festival area. Proper I.D. showing date of birth is required. VIP Village cost: $99 for adults, $35 for young adults (10 to 16 years of age), and $18 kids (9 years of age and younger).

More info: www.bbqmusicfest.com/ tickets www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

11

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

Tops in talent

Miss Fountain Valley Tiffany Dennis shines at Miss California Pageant

e l p o e P

lley ain Va Fount

Congratulations to Miss Fountain Valley Tiffany Dennis, who won the “non-finalist talent” award at the Miss California 2019 Pageant in Fresno June 29.

Tiffany won the award for her piano and vocal performance at the competition, which was held in the William Saroyan Theatre in downtown Fresno.

Tiffany, 19, was crowned Miss Fountain Valley on Nov. 10, 2018 at the Saigon Performing Arts Center. She was awarded a $5,000 scholarship and won $500 as the top talent winner for her vocal and piano performance of "Let It Be" by the Beatles.

Tiffany graduated magna cum laude from Huntington Beach High School this year.

She is a vocalist and plays piano, guitar and percussion instruments.

She sang the National Anthem at the Pacific Air Show in Huntington Beach, and she has volunteered many hours at Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center.

She plans to attend UC Irvine this fall.

Photo by LYNN SEEDEN

12

AUGUST 2019

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

FVHS grad Parker Johnson earns Eagle rank

Recent Fountain Valley High School graduate Parker Johnson has been awarded the Boy Scouts of America Eagle award.

He received the award at Troop 792’s recent Eagle Court of Honor ceremony.

Only 4 percent of scouts ever achieve the organization's highest honor, which requires candidates to regularly give community service and PARKER JOHNSON to organize and carry out their own service project to benefit the community.

For his Eagle project, Parker met with dozens of religious, civic, educational and business organizations and other individuals to put on a community awareness presentation about the harmful effects of pornography on youth.

More than 500 people attended the event, which was held in the FVHS gym.

He started a website (thenewdrug.org) and has since presented at conferences regarding pornography's effect on human trafficking in our society.

Parker, a winner of the 2019 Rotary Club Youth Volunteer Scholarship Award, has continued to serve his community in various capacities. He has now graduated from FVHS with honors and was accepted to Brigham Young University.

This fall, however, Johnson will defer his college enrollment for two years to serve as a full-time missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in El Salvador.

"I’m excited to serve the people of El Salvador. I have been preparing to go on a mission since I was a little boy,” Parker said. “I have worked since I was a little boy to earn money to serve a mission. But my sacrifice to go on a mission is small and the reward is so great.” www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

M

is LEY an IN VALLUB A SC iw K FOUNMT AN’

ADVE RTI SE ME NT

be em

r

DENNIS COLE

SUSAN SAURASTRI

Education administrator

EILEEN COX

Owner, custom embroidery company

STOP Parkinsons Foundation

Owner, Mimi’s Jewelry

MEMORY BARTLETT

NICK ACCETTA

Realtor, Seven Gables Real Estate

Realtor, Coldwell Banker Real Estate

CHANA WARNOCK

ALEX A. ACCETTA

Brand marketing specialist

KEELI SCOTT-LISACK

DAVID TRUONG

Farmers Insurance Agency

Realtor

CPA

®

O W

MELISSA WATANABE

THUY NGUYEN

CEO, FV Chamber of Commerce

JANICE VUONG

Insurance and financial services

SEEDEN PHOTOGRAPHY

FAMILY PORTRAITS • COMPANY STAFF PHOTOS ● STAFF PHOTOS ● PICTURE DAY AT THE OFFICE ● HEADSHOTS ● MARKETING PHOTOGRAPHY for print, web E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

● FAMILY PORTRAITURE ● INDIVIDUAL PORTRAITURE ● CHILDREN'S FINE ART PORTRAITURE Winner of 1 International Photography Award

Fountain Valley Living Magazine WWW.SEEDENPHOTOGRAPHY.COM ● (714) 847-7714

Winner of 20 International Photography Awards

AUGUST 2019

Winner of 7 International Photography Awards

13

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

People

A community rallies for young fall victim

lley ain Va Fount

By CURT SEEDEN Fountain Valley Living Magazine

W

hen Ethan Mixer graduated from Masuda Middle School in June, four Fountain Valley firefighters were at the ceremony.

About six weeks earlier Ethan fell 45 feet through a skylight on to a concrete floor.

The son of Dustin and Ginger Mixer, Ethan along with two female friends had climbed on to a rooftop of an industrial building on Spencer Street when he fell on April 28.

“The kids were out riding bikes and skateboarding. I hadn’t heard from him for about 45 minutes,” Dustin Mixer said.

“I got a phone call from one of the kids he was with who said he had fallen into a building and couldn’t get out.”

Dustin said he arrived in the industrial park about three minutes later. He climbed up to the roof and saw his son on the concrete floor. He called out to his son but did not get a response.

Capt. Nick Fasullo was the first off the truck when firefighters arrived, and it took about a minute to cut through the steel door, Dustin said.

Ethan was placed on a body board and transported to UCI Medical Center.

Dustin and two police officers rode with Ethan in the ambulance.

Ethan’s first two hours at UCI Medical Center were in the trauma center where doctors said he had a fractured vertebra, compound fractures of the left arm and right hand, bruised lungs and severe skull fractures.

On the fifth day of his 2½-week stay at UCI Medical, Ethan was stabilized enough to have an MRI, his dad said.

“We got the results at 9:30 that night 14

AUGUST 2019

Courtesy photo

Middle school graduation day: Ethan Mixer (graduation gown) is surrounded by family and firemen.

From left, Dad Dustin Mixer; Craig Ritter, Jeremy Hemkin and David Reeves and Nick Fasullo from the FV Fire Department; mom Ginger Mixer and Ethan's brother, Grant.

and they said there was no further brain deterioration,” Dustin said.

“Everyone at UCI was super incredible. They were always ahead of the injuries,” he said. “They were always anticipating what was going to happen next.

“The Fire Department was awesome, incredible. It took them about a minute and 30 seconds to get into the building get him out and save his life,” Dustin said.

The other firefighters who responded with Capt. Fasullo were: Jeremy Hemkin, David Reeves and Austin Cathey.

Added Ginger Mixer: “They’ve taken Ethan under their wing and they’re part of the family now.”

It was a shock to firefighters when Ethan and his family walked into Fountain Valley Fire Station 1 on June 12 about a week before his graduation.

“That was super emotional,” Dustin said. “The fire department was being told that if he survived, he would be severely brain damaged and paralyzed.”

“We played a very small role in his recovery,” Fasullo added. “We were only there for five minutes. But it was a very intense call.”

“From the fire department’s point of view, we train and work and live for

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

moments like this. Unfortunately, we don’t always have results where everyone turns out OK. To have Ethan walk through the door made it so emotional and happy,” Fasullo said.

The Mixers additionally acknowledged Fountain Valley Police Capt. Rob Sweaza. “He’s been very helpful with my family,” Dustin said. “He was very special in the weeks after this.”

They also praised Dr. William Loudon, a pediatric neurosurgeon at Children’s Hospital of Orange County, who performed surgery on Ethan.

“It’s miraculous,” Dr. Loudon said.

“He has surpassed all of our expectations based on his injuries. Very few survive and very, very few walk away.”

Lamppost Pizza owner Johnny Borden hosted a fundraiser that raised $700 June 11 supporting “Ethan’s Road to Recovery,” and a GoFundMe account in Ethan’s name has also been established.

“There’s been a lot off prayers from our community, and prayer chains with a bunch of different churches in different states,” Dustin said. “You can’t say prayer doesn’t work and miracles don’t happen—it’s happened right in front of us.

“The community has pulled together for Ethan and I want everyone to know that,” his dad added. www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

PA ID A DV ERT I SEMENT

OCTOBER 4 5-9 P.M.

FREEDOM HALL in MILE SQUARE PARK 16801 Euclid St., Fountain Valley FREE PARKING

EXPERIENCE FOUNTAIN VALLEY

FOOD & WINE

SIP, EAT & SUPPORT the FV FIRE DEPARTMENT

BUY TICKETS NOW! $45/person by October 3 $55/person at the door Entertainment: OC Chefs, music, performances, and more.

EVENTBRITE.COM Search: experiencefv Contact Maggie Le for sponsorship and tickets (714) 593-4412.

Our Proud Partners...

Our Proud Sponsors...

Fountain Valley will serve as a backdrop for gathering of chefs, winemakers, storytellers, food enthusiasts and more!

The Fountain Valley Fire Department will receive 40% of the event proceeds!

Participating Restaurants...

E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com Adults only, please

E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

Fountain Valley Living Magazine Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019 AUGUST 2019

15 15

ADVERTISEMENT

AROUND TOWN

FVHS color guard plans car wash for Aug. 3

The Fountain Valley High School color guard will hold a fundraising car wash from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 3 at the 7-Eleven store at the corner of Magnolia Street and Edinger Avenue.

A $5 donation will be requested per car.

More information: (818) 679-8882.

Pins 4 Kids fundraiser set for Aug. 3

The Kiwanis Club of Fountain Valley and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Huntington Valley will once again team up for the 11th annual “Pins 4 Kids” bowling tournament on Saturday, Aug. 3 at Fountain Bowl.

There’s room for 60 teams of four bowlers. By participating, you can help provide before- and after-school care, fullday programs during summer and school holidays, sports leagues and more at the Boys & Girls Clubs.

The Fountain Valley Kiwanis Club Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization comprised of business and professional leaders dedicated to serving the children in the local community.

Cost to bowl is $300 per team of four bowlers, which includes bowling, dinner and goodie bags for each bowler.

The evening begins at 5 p.m. with registration and the opening of a silent auction. A barbecue dinner is served starting at 5:15 p.m. Dessert will be provided

by Mangiamo Gelato Caffé. At 5:45 p.m.

Fountain Bowl Co-President Dave Osborn will announce the winners of the Kelly Osborn Foundation scholarships.

Bowling begins at 6:30 p.m.

More information: Call Alex A. Accetta at (714) 848-9158 or go to fvkiwanis.org.

For more information about the Kiwanis Club of Fountain Valley, contact Kevin Hizon at president@fvkiwanis.org.

16

AUGUST 2019

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

ADVERTISEMENT

AROUND TOWN

FVHS Class of ’99 reunion is Aug. 17

The Fountain Valley High Class of 1999 will hold its 20th reunion from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17 in an indoor/outdoor warehouse at 2991 Dow Ave., Tustin.

The evening will feature food, drinks and desserts, a deejay, dancing, live entertainment, a silent auction and photo booth. Graduates can bring a single guest.

Those coming from out of town can take advantage of the FVHS reunion rate at the Hotel Irvine, 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine. Rates are $169 and up. Guests must ask for the reunion rate.

Guests are responsible for making their own hotel reservations. Organizers have secured a group rate with limited availability and cutoff date. To book a reservation, call (877) 614-2137.

More information: Eugene Yang, (949) 526-5101 or eyang1@gmail.com.

Healthy heart is free seminar topic

Fountain Valley Regional Hospital and Medical Center will present a free seminar, titled “A Healthy Lifestyle for a Healthy Heart,” from 2-3:30 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 15 at The Center at Founders Village Senior & Community Center.

Dr. Bao Bui, board certified cardiologist at Fountain Valley Regional Hospital, will discuss heart disease risk factors, ways to help prevent heart disease, and how to feel better by making healthier lifestyle choices.

The center is at 17967 Bushard St. Register online at www.fountainvalleyhospital.com/about-us/classes-events/Detail/7393 or call (877) 959-6863.

E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

Library Friends half-off book sale is Aug. 26-31

The Fountain Valley Friends of the Library will hold their annual halfprice bookstore sale Aug. 26-31.

The library is located at 17635 Los Alamos St. For more information call the bookstore at (714) 968-9196.

Braces Dr. Matt Nisco Orthodontic Specialist www.DrNisco.com

Braces

Sponsorships available for Elwyn’s annual Fall Fling

Elwyn California is making plans for this year’s Fall Fling, this year set for Sept. 21 at Old Ranch Country Club in Seal Beach.

This year’s theme for the annual fundraiser is “Out on the Boardwalk.”

Elwyn California’s Adult Day and Work programs provide vocational rehabilitation, employment services, and employment support services to people with disabilities. Fountain Valley-based Elwyn matches workers with disabilities to the needs of employers throughout Southern California.

Fall Fling is the biggest fundraiser of the year for Elwyn and features local residents and businesspeople performing during the brunch event, which is set for 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Numerous sponsorships are available, including the Cowabunga $2,000 level, Paradise Cove Beach $1,500 level, Surfrider $1,000 level and Bolsa Chica $850 level.

Ohana table sponsorships are $500.

Individual tickets are $75. To buy tickets, contact Stefanie Steinigweg at stefanie_steinigweg@elwyn.org or by calling (714) 557-6313.

for Adults & Kids

Complimentary Initial Exam We use the latest technologies, including Clear Aligners Clear Braces Full Digital X-rays in-house Real patients, brothers Matt and Andrew Cunningham

About Dr. Nisco

 Fountain Valley High School graduate (and Cox School)  UCLA graduate  UCLA faculty, 17 years  CHOC Cleft & Craniofacial Team

Dr. Matt Nisco

Diplomate American Board of Orthodontics

17220 Newhope St. Suite 227

Inside the Los Caballeros Sports Village

(714) 979-1400 www.DrNisco.com

SEND US YOUR FOUNTAIN VALLEY CALENDAR ITEMS: E-mail us with your Fountain Valley nonprofit and school calendar items to FVMagazine@Live.com or call during business hours at (714) 847-7714 (landline).

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

17

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

Sunday

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

August 4

CONCERT IN THE PARK 5 p.m. Chamber of Commerce Business Expo 6 p.m. Concert @ FV Sports Park / Rec Center Brookhurst and Heil "That Garth Guy" Bingo, 6 p.m. @FVHS. Doors open at 4 p.m.

5

DEADLINE

for ads and news for the SEPTEMBER 2019 issue of FV Magazine

6

Rotary Club 7:15 a.m. The Center at Founders Village (Senior Center)

7 FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT and MOVIE IN THE PARK 6 p.m. (movie begins at dusk) "Hercules" @Fountain Valley Sports Park

11

12

13 Rotary Club 7:15 a.m. The Center at Founders Village (Senior Center)

14

15

FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

Planning Commission 6 p.m. @City Hall

19

FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

"Making of Citizen Kane" 1:30 p.m. @Founders Village

City Council 6 p.m. at City Hall

25 Miss Fountain Valley Information Meeting 2 p.m. @Coastal Community Fellowship church, corner of Ward and Slater

26 AARP Drivers Safety class Part I 9 a.m.–1 p.m. @ Founders Village Part 2 is held on Aug. 27.

Friends of the FV Library Half-Price Book Sale Through Aug. 31 @Fountain Valley Library

18

AUGUST 2019

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

Heart Health seminar 2 p.m. @ Founders Village DEADLINE for nominations of disability-friendly businesses and individuals. Sponsored by the Committee for Persons with Disabilities

Bingo, 6 p.m. @FVHS. Doors open at 4 p.m.

20 21 22

Rotary Club 7:15 a.m. The Center at Founders Village (Senior Center)

BBQ MusicFest Noon—8 p.m.

Fountain Valley Sports Park

Senior Luau Luncheon 11:30 a.m. @ Founders Village (Tickets in advance at counter)

Bingo, 6 p.m. @FVHS. Doors open at 4 p.m.

Woman’s Club on haitus for the summer.

Back Sept. 10.

18

8 Kiwanis 12:15 p.m. @Ftn Bowl

FVSD Board of Trustees 6:30 p.m. @ District office

City Council canceled

1 Kiwanis 12:15 p.m. @Ftn Bowl

27

AARP Drivers Safety class Part 2 9 a.m.–1 p.m. @ Founders Village Part I is held on Aug. 26.

Rotary Club social, 5:30 p.m. @Ozzie's Sports Bar inside Fountain Bowl Info: Ed Sussman (714) 968-7526

S.T.O.P. Parkinson's mixer and kickoff party 5–7 p.m. @Ozzie's Sports Bar inside Fountain Bowl

Bingo, 6 p.m. @FVHS. Doors open at 4 p.m.

28

29

FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club meets 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

Kiwanis Club social, TBA

Bingo, 6 p.m. @FVHS. Doors open at 4 p.m.

www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

ADVERTISEMENTS

Friday

2

3

FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

Heritage Park Open House & volunteer workday, 9-11 a.m.

CITY HALL CLOSED

The Great Fountain Valley Campout (sold out) @Fountain Valley Sports Park

Dance for those with disabilities 7–9 p.m. @Founders Village Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m. @Ftn Bowl

Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m. @Ftn Bowl

CITY HALL CLOSED BBQ MusicFest 5—10 p.m.; @FV Sports Park MOVIE IN THE PARK 6 p.m. @ Courreges Park "The Greatest Showman" Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m.

Next to 7-Eleven on Slater at Ward

714-964-2970

THANK YOU!

We are truly humbled by the support and confidence of our patients that voted Dr. Veda Faith Afsahi the Best General Dentist in Orange County for 2018. We strive to provide our patients an environment that is trusting, comfortable and friendly while maintaining a high standard of professionalism. We look forward to continuing to treat and support the community of Fountain Valley.

Pins 4 Kids Bowling Fundraiser @ Fountain Bowl

10

FV Chamber Challenge Softball Game 11 a.m @ FV Sports Park

Cosmic Bowling 11 p.m. @Ftn Bowl

16 FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

10533 Slater Ave., Fountain Valley

FVHS Color Guard Fundraising Car Wash 9 a.m.–3 p.m. @ 7-Eleven

9 FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village

VEDA FAITH AFSAHI, D.D.S.

Saturday

17 BBQ MusicFest Noon—10 p.m.

Fountain Valley Sports Park FVHS Class of '99 Reunion @6–10 p.m.

2991 Dow Ave., Tustin (949) 526-5101 Cosmic Bowling 11 p.m. @Ftn Bowl

General and Cosmetic Dentistry for the Entire Family

♦Digital Xrays ♦White fillings ♦Crowns & Bridges ♦Teeth Cleaning ♦Teeth Whitening ♦Oral Appliances for Teeth Grinding, TMJ, Sleep Apnea and Snoring ♦Children Welcome ♦TV in rooms ♦Visit our website at www. drveda.com Call to find out about our new patient special FREE KINDERGARTEN ASSESSMENT

23 24

MOVIE IN THE PARK 6 p.m. @ Los Alamos Park "Monsters University"

Special Olympics Bowling Tournament @ Fountain Bowl

ICE CREAM SOCIAL Historical Society's annual ice cream social at Heritage Park 1-3 p.m., cost $1 to $3 Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m. @Ftn Bowl

Cosmic Bowling 11 p.m. @Ftn Bowl

30 FV Senior Bingo & Billiards Club 8:30 a.m. @Founders Village CITY HALL CLOSED 6 p.m. @ Courreges Park

31

FVHS Class of '79 40-Year Reunion @Founders Village Info: (714) 767-0127

Cosmic Bowling 11:30 p.m. @Ftn Bowl



MOVIE IN THE PARK 6 p.m. @ McDowell Park "Tangled" Cosmic Bowling 11 p.m. @Ftn Bowl

SEND US YOUR FOUNTAIN VALLEY CALENDAR ITEMS: E-mail us with your Fountain Valley nonprofit and school calendar items to FVMagazine@Live.com or call during business hours at (714) 847-7714 (landline).

E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

19

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

Photos by LYNN SEEDEN

Newly hired officers are sworn in to duty by Police Chief Kevin Childe during the June badge ceremony.

FVPD salutes its own Police Department celebrates promotions, new hires and medal winners during badge ceremony

T

he Fountain Valley Police Department held a special awards ceremony June 19 to celebrate several promotions and to swear in new officers, as well as to recognize FVPD members with several awards.

Police Chief Kevin Childe promoted Corp. Bill Hughes to sergeant and officer Sergio Rodriguez to corporal during the ceremony, held at the senior center before a standing room-only audience.

Chief Childe also swore in officers Ivan Arce, George Diaz, Daniel Gonzalez, Nhu Nguyen, Tyson Phu and Tyler Shook.

Officers Arce and Gonzalez join the FVPD from the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department. Officer Diaz comes from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

20

AUGUST 2019

Officers Nguyen and Shook are recruits who graduated from the Golden West College Police Academy, and Officer Phu graduated from the Palomar Police Academy.

The FV Police Officers’ Association honored Officer Julio Vega as Officer of the Year, Sgt. Ron Varner as Supervisor of the Year, and Officer Isaac Marquez as Rookie of the Year.

Medals of Merit were awarded to Sgt. Jim Cataline, Sgt. Mike Parsons, Sgt. Don Farmer and Corp. Terry McLean.

Medals of Lifesaving were awarded to Corp. Marco Avila, Corp. Terry McLean, Officer Mike Bonaventura, Officer Kimberly Holmes (twice), Officer William Hughes, Officer Shaun MacKay, Officer Brian Mosher (twice), Officer Lorena Nelson and Officer Bryan Nguyen.

The department also honored Beth Hambelton from Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center with the Chief’s Commendation Award for her efforts to provide officers with lifesaving medical equipment.

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

Top photo: Sgt. Mike Parsons, a recipient of a Medal of Merit, holds his son's hand during the invocation. Middle and bottom photos: Officers Kimberly Holmes and Bryan Nguyen were among recipients of the Medal of Lifesaving. www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

AROUND TOWN

Tickets on sale for 'Experience Fountain Valley' food and wine event

Mark your calendars for Oct. 4 and be ready for a fun evening of food, wine and entertainment.

Experience Fountain Valley, a food and wine festival, is set for 5-9 p.m. at Freedom Hall, 16801 Euclid St., in Mile Square Park.

Tickets are limited. Cost is $45 per person prior to Oct. 3 and $55 at the door. This is an adults-only event.

The Fountain Valley Fire Department will receive 40 percent of the proceeds and the remaining funds will go to the Fountain Valley Restaurant Association and Fountain Valley Chamber of Commerce.

For sponsorship information and tickets call Maggie Le at City Hall at (714) 593-4412.

Miss Fountain Valley contestants sought

The Miss Fountain Valley Scholarship Program is seeking candidates for the Miss FV 2020 Competition.

A general information meeting will be held from 2-3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25 at Coastal Community Fellowship Church, 10460 Slater Ave. Contestants must be 18 years old as of July 31, 2020 and no older than 25 years old by Dec. 31, 2020. There will no longer be a swimsuit category because of new rules by the Miss America organization.

Thousands of dollars in scholarship money will be awarded.

For full information or to register go to www.missfountainvalley.com.

City pickleball tourney is Aug. 17

The second annual Fountain Valley Giggle-ball Open, a daylong pickleball tournament for all ages, will be held

Free memory screenings offered

The Alzheimer’s Family Center in Huntington Beach has expanded its program of memory screenings to several locations, including one in Fountain Valley.

Alzheimer’s Center officials say memory screenings should be done every year, just like blood pressure and cholesterol checks.

During the 15-minute screening, a trained professional administers a questionnaire that is clinically designed to determine whether concerns may be related to normal aging or warrant an additional evaluation. Results are presented immediately and are not meant to be a diagnosis. Screenings are completely confidential.

Screenings will be held the last Friday of the month at Palm Island Senior Living Apartments, 11300 Warner Ave. To make an appointment, call (714) 593-9630.

E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

Saturday, Aug. 17 at the Fountain Valley Sports Park. The event celebrates the second anniversary of outdoor pickleball play in the city.

There are two age divisions: 10-49 and 50 and older in beginner, intermediate and advanced skill levels. Registration is $45 through Aug. 9. The day will include lunch, drawing prizes and more.

The Sports Park is at 16400 Brookhurst St. More info: www.fvpickle ballclub.org or call (949) 427-1063.

Corrections

The Kiwanis Club of Fountain Valley’s Pins for Kids bowling tournament is Saturday, Aug. 3 at Fountain Bowl.

Because of an editing error, the date was incorrect in a story in the July issue of the magazine.

The cover of the July 2019 issue featured FVPD dispatcher Jessica Velasquez as the front runner holding the torch. Due to an editing error, the wrong person was named.

ADVERTISEMENT

Saves 95% of Water that Others Waste

Pet Odor & Stain Removal Experts

78

$

CODE: FV0119

Fast One Hour Dry Time

714-453-4444 2 ROOM CARPET CLEANING SPECIAL Includes 2 Rooms

Rooms are 250sq feet or less.

A $12 service charge will apply.

Limited Time Offer.

178

$

CODE: FV0119

Safe for Children & Pets

WHOLE HOUSE CARPET CLEANING SPECIAL Includes 5 Rooms

Rooms are 250sq feet or less.

A $12 service charge will apply.

Limited Time Offer.

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

21

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

HOME SERVICES DIRECTORY To advertise in the FV HomeLiving section, call (714) 847-7714 or e-mail FVMagazine@Live.com

Plumbing

Residential • Business Family operated company with the experience to do the job right at the right price.

CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

Carlson Plumbing Quality Plumbing at a Fair Price Fountain Valley resident CA State License #1002693

Roofing

Residential Commercial More than 25 years experience

Jim Rosewitz Roofing Fountain Valley resident

CA License #825755 Licensed, insured and certified

RMRN19@aol.com

(714) 593-6010

Screen Printing

Screen printing, embroidery, team apparel, signs, banners Since 2004

Orange County Imprints orders@orangecountyimprints.com

(714) 839-8566

(714) 847-8653

Swimming Pool Remodeling

Residential Remodeling Free consultations and estimates

info@carlsonplumbingca.com

Plaster, tile, pool decking, saltwater systems, exposed pebble finish, water features, plumbing and electrical, monthly service

OC Pool Remodel

K&R Construction Kenny Funke

ocpoolremodel.com

KFunke@socal.rr.com

Quality reupholstery for couches, chairs, headboards, antiques.

Re-cover dining chair seats.

New foam to firm up sofa or chairs.

Custom window seat cushions.

Large selection of fabrics.

Pontrelli’s Interiors Mike Pontrelli

Fountain Valley resident and third-generation upholsterer Pontrellis.com

(714) 848-9944

Insurance

Car • Home • Life • Business

State Farm Agent Frank K. Ishida License #0409478 17195 Newhope St., Ste. 104 Fountain Valley, CA 92708

(Next to the Post Office since 2005)

Personal service with competitive rates FRANK@FRANKISHIDA.COM

(714) 557-7200

Plumbing

24 Hours / 7 Days FREE ESTIMATES 30 Days Warranty Most Drains Drain Snaking — $75 Sewer Line Snaking — $85*

*To qualify for this price, must have a ground-access clean-out valve, and snaking must be related to plumbing and drain issues only.

Licensed, insured and bonded CA State License #B-348877

U.S.A. Plumbing & Rooter M.J. Rivadeneyra

(714) 348-7665

(714) 335-7927

(714) 552-6300

Plumbing

Window Coverings

Restoration

Damien Peters

All leaks, repairs, remodels and repipes of gas, water and drain lines.

Water heater and fixture installs.

30+ years experience • FREE ESTIMATES

Hanson Plumbing & Repipe Mike & Bonnie Hanson

Affordable rates & excellent service CA State License #735400

hansonplumbing@gmail.com

(714) 775-6767 22

INTERIORS / EXTERIORS Kitchen, bath, plumbing, electrical, windows, doors, finish work, drywall, stucco, flooring, paint and much more.

Reupholstery

AUGUST 2019

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

FREE in-home/office consultations

Budget Blinds

Style and service for every budget™ Cindy Brunner Owner / Design Consultant www.budgetblinds.com/ HuntingtonBeachNorth

(714) 840-8540

Lic. #C36-839914

Family owned and operated

Specializing in: • Water & Fire Damage Restoration • Sewage Extraction • Mold Remediation

Restoration Pros, LLC www.restorationprosoc.com 11623 Slater Ave., Unit E Fountain Valley, CA 92708

(866) 620-1373 Office www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

HomeLıvıng FountainValley

SPONSORED LISTING

Deadline is Aug. 15 to nominate for service to persons with disabilities

The Fountain Valley Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities is searching for individuals and companies that provide outstanding support and service to persons with disabilities.

Deadline to submit an application is Aug. 15. Award winners will be honored at the City Council’s Oct. 15 meeting at City Hall. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. October is National Disability Awareness Month.

Nomination forms are available at City Hall. Completed forms can be returned by mailing to Nora Webb, 17967 Bushard St., Fountain Valley 92708; or by emailing the completed form to nora.webb@fountain valley.org.

You can also call Nora Webb at (714) 593-4447 if you would like to fill out the application and have a member of the Advisory Committee pick it up.

Amenities: Built in 2004. Condominium complex for ages 55 and older.

One-car garage with direct access, tandem parking for the second car.

Indoor laundry room. Central heat, A/C. Double-pane windows, plantation shutters. Large living room with gas fireplace. Chef’s dream kitchen. Wood floors, high ceilings and recessed lighting. Master suite with large walk-in closet, spacious bathroom with dual sinks and handicap-accessible shower.

$494,000

17772 Liberty Lane 1,156 sq. ft.; 2 bedrooms; 2 baths

Listed by Helen Nguyen, Seven Gables Real Estate, (714) 754-6262.

ADVERTISEMENT

ADVERTISEMENT

LILY JUST SOLD 3 MORE FOUNTAIN VALLEY HOMES FOR TOP-DOLLAR!

REAL ESTATE TEAM

LD SO

LD SO

8577 Rhoads Circle 5 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,918 SF Sold for $1,200,000

LD SO

8949 Yuba River Avenue 5 BR | 4 BA | 2,346 SF Sold for $1,052,000

17275 Flame Tree Circle 4 BR | 2.5 BA | 2,281 SF Sold for $1,020,000

Thinking about selling for TOP-DOLLAR? Call Lily for a FREE Home Value Consultation today!

LILY AND LILY’S TEAM ALSO SPEAK 中文, TIẾNG VIỆT, AND ESPAÑOL

LILY CAMPBELL

714.717.5095 | 714.593.9458 Lily@LilyCampbell.com www.LilyCampbell.com

#1 IN FV FOR 18 STRAIGHT YEARS

*If for any reason this escrow does not close, price & terms may change with new sale. Based on a 2001-2018 TRENDGRAPHIX, Inc. reports for Fountain Valley, CA, all property types, and based on total sales volume. Copyright Trendgraphix, Inc. Agent has not verifi ed information. It has been supplied by third parties; we cannot represent that it’s accurate or complete & it should not be relied on as such.

Volume amount and #1 status within First Team is based on internal reports. ©2019 First Team® Real Estate. All rights reserved. Lic# 01229782 OC-0009510587-01

E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

23

HomeLıvıng FountainValley

PA ID SP O N S O RED C O LUMN

Selling your home?

Sell the space, not the stuff

By SUSAN SAURASTRI Seven Gables Real Estate

Home

L

et's talk money.

Everybody likes it, and nobody wants to lose it. In real estate, time is money.

As soon as the “for sale” sign goes up and your house hits the market, if it's priced effectively and conditioned to sell, we agents consider it a “hot home.”

We've already shown our client's everything else within their price range.

SUSAN SAURASTRI Now we're heading over to your house.

Preparing your home before going on the market The best-case scenario for you, Mr. and Mrs. Seller, is that you listened to your agent when she initially toured your home and explained the difference between livability and marketability.

Too much “stuff” will distract the buyer.

She suggested you use your garage or rent a storage space and move those excess pieces of furniture and box up all those knickknacks and personal photos.

You know you'll have just one opportunity to impress a buyer. Miss it and they won't be coming back.

It's the sense of space you're selling.

It's the cabinets, it's the countertops, it's the closets, it's the size of the rooms.

Less is more when selling.

24

AUGUST 2019

Once you de-clutter and the buyers can envision their own furnishings in the space, you're likely to impress more than one potential homebuyer.

In the old days, 21 years ago when I first became a Realtor, my husband would return from work and congratulate me on getting a new listing. I'd ask him how he knew. He'd say, “Well, our bar stools are missing and the art work is gone.”

Every once in a while, all these years later I'll still pull something out of my house if I think it will increase the odds of my clients receiving multiple offers.

Now, however, with few exceptions, I employ a professional staging company to enhance the appeal of my client's homes. Sticking a tree or some cushions on the floor of a vacant room is not staging. In fact it emphasizes that the room is devoid of emotion. Choosing the right stager is as important as choosing the right Realtor.

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

Is the list price correct?

Now that you have conditioned and prepared your home, you're ready to price it. This is a win-or-lose proposition: Price it too high and it will stagnate on the market.

Price it too low and you leave money on the table.

This is why it's important to work with an experienced agent who specializes in Fountain Valley. He or she will examine the most recent sales data and be familiar with the unique differences between the different tracts near yours.

Hire an agent who is a “Certified Negotiation Expert.” They are rare but they exist locally. One of my often-repeated lines is, “There's a lot of slip between the cup and the lip.”

Selling your home is likely your largest investment. It requires due diligence.

The only cup you want spilling is the one overflowing with multiple offers because so many folks want to purchase your home.

AGENT LOGO | BRANDING P ROJ EC T: S U SA N SAU R A S T R I R E V I S E D 4 LO G O - O P T I O N [ 1 ]

R.E. Lic. No. 01259317

This column is paid for by Susan Saurastri, a Realtor® with Seven Gables Real Estate and a longtime Fountain Valley resident.

Contact her at (714) 317-0664 or www.FountainValleyLiving.com.

MARKETING@SEVENGABLES.COM

www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

FV median home sales price for June 2019

799,000

$

*median for houses and condos, but does not include mobile homes.

Fountain Valley median price history:

$799,000 in June 2019 (49 homes sold) $842,000 in May 2019 (46 homes sold) $815,000 in April 2019 (37 homes sold) $765,000 in March 2019 (43 homes sold) $795,000 in February 2019 (34 homes sold) $787,000 in January 2019 (22 homes sold) $755,000 in December 2018 (53 homes sold) $763,000 in November 2018 (43 homes sold) $765,000 in October 2018 (44 homes sold) $780,000 in September 2018 (53 homes sold) $775,000 in August 2018 (45 homes sold) $772,000 in July 2018 (56 homes sold) $799,000 in June 2018 (69 homes sold) $776,250 in May 2018 (40 homes sold) $735,000 in April 2018 (35 homes sold) $762,000 in March 2018 (59 homes sold) $755,000 in February 2018 (55 homes sold) $750,000 in January 2018 (29 homes sold) $722,500 in December 2017 (28 homes sold) $745,000 in November 2017 (35 homes sold) $725,000 in October 2017 (43 homes sold) $710,000 in September 2017 (54 homes sold) $662,000 in August 2017 (42 homes sold) $760,000 in July 2017 (53 homes sold) $689,500 in June 2017 (57 homes sold) $709,000 in May 2017 (42 homes sold) $728,000 in April 2017 (63 homes sold)

$765,000 in March 2017 (45 homes sold) $720,000 in February 2017 (36 homes sold) $680,500 in January 2017 (30 homes sold) $710,500 in December 2016 (50 homes sold) $704,000 in November 2016 (45 homes sold) $694,000 in October 2016 (37 homes sold) $662,000 in September 2016 (54 homes sold) $691,000 in August 2016 (47 homes sold) $678,000 in July 2016 (55 homes sold) $695,000 in June 2016 (46 homes sold) $707,550 in May 2016 (46 homes sold) $695,000 in April 2016 (47 homes sold) $730,000 in March 2016 (38 homes sold) $639,000 in February 2016 (25 homes sold) $630,000 in January 2016 (30 homes sold) $644,500 in December 2015 (43 homes sold) $712,000 in November 2015 (43 homes sold) $662,000 in October 2015 (37 homes sold) $645,000 in September 2015 (54 homes sold) $646,500 in August 2015 (48 homes sold) $720,000 in July 2015 (65 homes sold) $590,000 in June 2015 (47 homes sold) $677,000 in May 2015 (43 homes sold) $715,000 in April 2015 (43 homes sold) $615,500 in March 2015 (46 homes sold) $658,000 in February 2015 (24 homes sold) $656,500 in January 2015 (24 homes sold) $635,000 in December 2014 (39 homes sold) $605,000 in November 2014 (35 homes sold) $620,000 in October 2014 (48 homes sold) $602,500 in September 2014 (57 homes sold) $663,000 in August 2014 (38 homes sold) $666,750 in July 2014 (50 homes sold) $491,250 in June 2014 (36 homes sold) $669,000 in May 2014 (39 homes sold) $643,750 in April 2014 (38 homes sold) $578,000 in March 2014 (38 homes sold)

$613,750 in February 2014 (34 homes sold) $643,000 in January 2014 (36 homes sold) $562,250 in December 2013 (36 homes sold) $590,000 in November 2013 (37 homes sold) $612,500 in October 2013 (49 homes sold) $560,000 in September 2013 (39 homes sold) $620,000 in August 2013 (65 homes sold) $615,000 in July 2013 (73 homes sold) $615,000 in June 2013 (51 homes sold) $589,000 in May 2013 (47 homes sold) $590,000 in April 2013 (55 homes sold) $512,500 in March 2013 (43 homes sold) $537,000 in February 2013 (30 homes sold) $540,000 in January 2013 (24 homes sold) $532,000 in December 2012 (38 homes sold) $503,000 in November 2012 (45 homes sold) $524,000 in October 2012 (42 homes sold) $525,000 in September 2012 (50 homes sold) $522,000 in August 2012 (47 homes sold) $532,500 in July 2012 (55 homes sold) $545,000 in June 2012 $529,000 in May 2012 $475,000 in April 2012 $501,000 in March 2012 $535,000 in February 2012 $472,500 in January 2012 $485,000 in December 2011 $455,000 in November 2011 $520,000 in October 2011 $490,000 in September 2011 $490,000 in August 2011 $490,000 in July 2011 $530,000 in June 2011 $552,500 in May 2011

$500,000 in April 2011 $501,000 in March 2011 $530,000 in February 2011 $571,000 in January 2011 $485,000 in December 2010 $572,000 in November 2010 $555,000 in October 2010 $523,000 in September 2010 $597,500 in August 2010 $525,000 in July 2010 $585,000 in June 2010 $602,000 in May 2010 $535,500 in April 2010 $557,000 in March 2010 $572,000 in February 2010 $560,500 in January 2010 $555,000 in December 2009 $602,000 in November 2009 $600,000 in October 2009 $600,000 in September 2009 $538,000 in August 2009 $557,500 in July 2009 $565,000 in June 2009 $552,500 in May 2009 $512,500 in April 2009 $519,000 in March 2009 $575,000 in February 2009 $557,750 in January 2009 $543,500 in December 2008 $540,000 in November 2008 Sources: Dataquick; Redfin; Realtor.com

PA ID A DV ERTI SEMENT

A Realtor You Can Trust SOLD: CASH REPRESENTING THE SELLERS

With every escrow I close, I donate $500 to the FV Schools Foundation.

SO LD

IN ESCROW 10 OFFERS

IN

ES CR O W

Susan Saurastri

CNE

Certified Negotiation Expert

AGENT LOGO | BRANDING P ROJ EC T: S U SA N SAU R A S T R I R E V I S E D 4 LO G O - O P T I O N [ 1 ]

LISTED FOR $875,000: 18100 Palmetto Circle, FV, 4 bed, 3 baths, 1,920 sf, 8,400 sf lot, built in 1967, interior tract, pie-shaped lot, pool.

SOLD FOR $745,000: 15964 Mt. Jackson St., 4 bed, 2 baths, 1,762 sf, single story, 7,405 sf lot, built in 1967, upgraded kitchen, private yard with fruit trees.

IN ESCROW REPRESENTING THE SELLERS

(714) 317-0664

IN

SO LD

ES CR O W

SOLD: CASH REPRESENTING THE SELLERS

Cell

Susan@FountainValleyLiving.com

www.FountainValleyLiving.com MARKETING@SEVENGABLES

Complimentary professional staging and photography when you list with Susan.

SOLD FOR $898,000, 18123 Sigmond Circle, FV,

4 bed, 2½ baths, 2,341 sf and 7,501 sf lot, built in 1977, 3-car garage, large pool, manicured lawns.

E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

LISTED FOR $859,000: 10093 La Quinta Circle, 4 bed, 2 baths, 1,920 square feet, built in 1968, large pool, bbq area, patios, private courtyard, garden kitchen, fireplace, 6,364 sf lot.

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

25

Lic. No. 01259317

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

FOUNTAIN VALLEY HEALTH

She finds new breast exam technology is a sure thing

By KATHLEEN ROCKNEY Focus on Fountain Valley health

When an attempt at cosmetic surgery repair failed, longtime Fountain Valley resident Janice Salmon looked for other ways to support her breast health.

“In 2008 during a mammogram, my (older) breast implants ruptured,” she said.

Despite complaining immediately about not being able to raise one arm, it took her HMO three months to KATHLEEN ROCKNEY authorize an MRI. The results clearly showed both implants ruptured, she said.

“I felt like this was a calling. South-

ern California has tons of women with implants. This wasn’t my business.

I was in consumer electronics and appliances. But I was going to find a technology for women with implants.

It’s out there somewhere,” she said.

Scouring journals and medical articles, Janice ran across a technology called SureTouch in Canada.

After reading an article about SureTouch in the Harvard Business Journal she discovered that the inventor lived in Los Angeles, so she contacted him directly. She learned that SureTouch was all over the globe—except the United States.

Janice was not to be discouraged.

“Just sell me one and let me try it,” she requested.

ADVERTISEMENT

The inventor didn’t realize he was dealing with someone who had started many businesses. Janice was a start-up pro. Now her business, OC Breast Wellness on Warner Avenue near Newhope Street, has thousands of patients. She serves women with implants, women without, women with dense breast tissue, women who don’t want mammogram radiation, and men.

“I just lucked out,” she said.

Janice has recently added an ultrasound machine in the office so they can immediately confirm if there is tissue to be further investigated. Additionally, she is coordinating studies with Anthem to test the reliability of this technology, and of course, hoping to get insurance to cover it.

“It will save millions in cancer treatment to get detection happening earlier,” she said.

The story doesn’t end there.

“Why does this person get cancer and this person not? Is it the environment? Is it the food we eat? Is it sugar?” With these questions swirling in her brain, Janice went back to the medical study journals.

For her, the ketogenic diet made sense. “We run off of glucose in today’s (processed food) world, but the cowboys of yesterday ran off of fat.

Keto seems to address this,” she said.

If you have a compelling story of combating a health issue with lifestyle changes, please contact me. Let’s share the hope! Kathleen Rockney, kathleenrockney38@gmail.com.

The “Focus on Health” column welcomes underwriting of Magazine Patron donations to help cover the cost. To add your name, please use the Patron form on page 29.

Thank you to donors Rabbi Stephen and Robin Einstein ($100 donation)

26

AUGUST 2019

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

FOUNTAIN VALLEY BUSINESS

Kingston earns workplace award; PCTA tops with TV segment Fountain Valley-based Kingston Technology Co. Inc., has been named one of the 2019 Best Places to Work in Orange County.

The awards program was created in 2009 and is a project of the Orange County Business Journal and Best Companies Group. This countywide survey and awards program recognizes and honors the best places of employment in Orange County.

Kingston Technology Co., Inc. specializes in memory products and technology solutions. The company has sales offices worldwide.

Kingston has supported the local community over the years with donations and sponsorship of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Huntington Valley.

Officers and Advisors.

The Star Awards honor excellence in broadcast, cable and electronic programming produced by local government agencies in California and Nevada.

Additionally, PCTA garnered second-

and third-place honors for programs spotlighting the Fountain Valley Fire Department, local senior citizens, and the 2019 FV State of the City.

MORE: www.pcta.tv and www.youtube. com/pctatv.

PA ID A DV ERTI SEMENT S

Lessons

Bands

Rehearsals

Recordings

PCTA program on special needs entrepreneur earns honor

“Julen’s Ausome Sauce,” a television segment produced by the Public Cable Television Authority spotlighting an extraordinary young entrepreneur with special needs, has been honored for excellence in local television programming.

The TV segment took first place in the Special Audience Programming category at the 2019 Star Awards, presented by the States of California and Nevada National Association of Telecommunications PA ID A DV ERTI SEMENT



West OC Democratic Club Meetings 6:45 p.m.

Sept. 5, 2019 at Congregation B'nai Tzedek 9669 Talbert Ave., FV

SPEAKERS, NEWS, VOTER INFO FREE TO ATTEND • REFRESHMENTS

For info, call Phil

(310) 871-2083 www.dcwoc.com E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

8/31/2019

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

27

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

Ron and Donna Courreges are $250-level patrons for 2019. They are posing for a Patron "mug shot" in front of the historic Courreges Tank House. To our $100+ donors, send us YOUR "mug shot!"

Patrons

Thank you, Magazine Patrons Gold Patrons • LIFETIME PATRONS: $10,000 and above Alex A. Accetta, CPA & Assoc.

Curt and Lynn Seeden • LIFETIME PATRONS: $5,000 and above The Kato Family Susan Saurastri, Realtor • LIFETIME PATRONS: $2,500 and above Ron and Donna Courreges Larry and Sandra Crandall Steve and Rosemary Crisafulli The Helen Thomas Family • LIFETIME PATRONS: $1,000 and above Anchor Alarm Co., Mark and Tami Sonetti Nancy Andreason, Realtor Ed and Dixie Arnold Cheryl Brothers Stephen Brown The David DiRanna Family Tony and Rhonda Nobles Robert and Carol Proctor Ed and Fredda Sussman Connie and Vic Wadsley Ron and Marilyn Walker • LIFETIME PATRONS: $500 and above Marci Bruno Dean and Leanne Burt Bill and Tracy Cameron Yvan Cao Lily Campbell, Realtor

28

AUGUST 2019

Accumulated gift amounts since the magazine started.

Frank and Lucille Christy Michael and Mary Connally Ron and Donna Courreges Jim and Mimi Cunneen John and Tiffany Damitz Rabbi Stephen and Robin Einstein Elwyn California Richard and Sharon Fish Fountain Valley Rotary Club Fountain Valley Woman's Club Friends of the FV Library Andy and Denise Glasgow Jean Hardy Robert and Pauline Henning Joanne Herbel Dr. Ron and Kathy Jurgensen, DDS Frank and Liz Lucero Marcia and Marc McReynolds Jack and Sue Mellott Nick and Edythe Muse Felicia and Tony Oviedo Pacific Coast Liquidators, Dave and Lupe Secrest Steve and Mary Parsons Tanya Pham Sam and Diane Salzman Red and Mimi Sickman Nick and Terrie Taylor Wayne and Monica Warthen Robert and Sheila Wenzel Julie Zaldo • LIFETIME PATRONS: $250 and above Advance Beauty College, Tam Nguyen Tom and Joyce Antal Bruce G. Bailey Prem and Linda Balani Marlene Beck

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

Joshua and Linda Berquist Robert and Carla Cammack City of Fountain Valley Nancy Claxton Joanna Clemens Walt and Susie Crandall Deryl and Patsy Dyson Marc and Linda Ecker Elwyn California Fountain Valley Community Foundation Fountain Valley VFW Ladies Aux. Ray Genevieve Don and Marva Grimm Mollie Guyot Thomas and Emiko Hanngie Jan Heistermann Max and Diane Johnson Lee and Gail Johnston Joseph and Linda Jones Lamppost Pizza, Johnny Borden Dr. Aimee Le Ron and Martha Lockwood Richard and Lois Logan Thomas L. Lonegan Los Caballeros Sports Village Dr. Donald Mikami Frank, Betty and Jonathan McIlroy Mark and Sheila Michels Mimi’s Jewelry, David Truong Barbara and Leslie Montz Steve and Nina Nagel Shayna Newman Senator Janet Nguyen Marie Otto JoAn Poirel Genevieve Ray Dolores W. Reed Bill and Kathleen Rockney Cliff and Dienna Rogers Robert and Bonnie Rogoff Dick and Nan Rowe Jill Wardlow Ruiz Guy, Jen and Grant Salamon Ellen Seaback Seashore Pest Control, John Etheridge Michael and Catherine Vo Nora Webb Allison Wessler Mike and Susan White Garon and Gail Wickenberg Annamae Zimmer • Leslie Montz, first patron

2019 PATRONS •

2019 PATRONS—$1,000+ LEVEL Alex A. Accetta, CPA Curt and Lynn Seeden 2019 PATRONS—$500+ LEVEL Stephen Brown Marcia Bruno Steve and Rosemary Crisafulli The Kato Family Tony and Rhonda Nobles 2019 PATRONS—$250+ LEVEL Mike and Mary Connally Ron and Donna Courreges The David DiRanna Family Robert and Carol Proctor Ellen Seaback Vic and Connie Wadsley Ron and Marilyn Walker Garon and Gail Wickenberg 2019 PATRONS—$100+ LEVEL Prem and Linda Balani Marilyn Bennett Dean and Leanne Burt Joanna Clemens Mike and Mary Connally ($200) Jim and Mimi Cunneen Randall K. Dillmon ($200) Janice Duzey Deryl and Patsy Dyson Rabbi Stephen and Robin Einstein Nick Farkas and Susan Duva Gary Forman Fountain Valley Woman's Club Andy and Denise Glasgow Mollie Guyot Thomas and Emiko Hanggie Jean Hardy Robert and Pauline Henning Jan Heistermann Joanne Herbel Tom and Lisa Huff Frank and Liz Lucero Malone Ciccarelli Badgett Family Mavis McGee Evelyn McLean Jack and Sue Mellott Tony and Felicia Oviedo ($150) Steve and Mary Parsons JoAn Poirel Dolores W. Reed www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

2019 PATRONS, Cont.

Dave and Hilda Roberts Annette Schwerin Red and Mimi Sickman ($150) Andy, Naomi and Cat Taylor Janice Vuong and Le Phan VFW Auxiliary West Orange County 9557 Wayne and Monica Warthen Nora B.K. Webb Mike and Susan White Chuck and Susan Whitney Julie Zaldo 2018 PATRONS—$50+ LEVEL Sharon Cope Joe and Linda Jones Lee and Gail Johnston Nick and Edythe Muse Shawyna Newman Hung T. Nguyen Pat Richter Stephanie Roske Nan Rowe Nick and Terrie Taylor Robert and Sheila Wenzel Annamae J. Zimmer

Tony and D.J. Romano Red and Mimi Sickman VFW Auxiliary Post 9557 Wayne and Monica Warthen Allison Wessler Mike and Sue White Nick and Sheri Vander Dussen Julie Zaldo 2018 PATRONS—$50+ LEVEL Marilyn Bennett Mike and Rachelle Chawke Nancy J. Claxton Mollie Guyot Lee and Gail Johnston Joe and Linda Jones Ron and Martha Lockwood Suresh and Sunita Mhaskar Nick and Edythe Muse

Shayna Newman Pat Richter Dave and Hilda Roberts Stephanie Roske Nan Rowe Randy Snider Drywall Nick and Terrie Taylor Frances E. Trigo Robert and Sheila Wenzel Annamae J. Zimmer 2018 PATRONS— $25+ LEVEL Midi Acebo Jay Adams Bruce G. Bailey Marlene Beck Bob and Deloris Bixler Sharon Cope

Jim and LIsa Diecidue Joni Dodge Mary E. Feather Barbara Gallup Vicki Gibbs Zoraida Gordon Mandy Hall Richard F. Logan Larry and Gerry McKinney Ha Nguyen Hung T. Nguyen Tom Nichols Nick Pappas Gene and Janice Rhoads Pam Richards Kim Rodgers Mr. and Mrs. Stan Smith Frances E. Trigo Le Phan and Janice Vuong

2019 Patron Membership Form

Become a

2019 Patron

2018 PATRONS—$25+ LEVEL Midi Acebo Bruce G. Bailey Marlene Beck Bob and Deloris Bixler Daniel and Ann Broderick Arlene Doan Mary Feather Barbara Gallup Vicki Gibbs Ron and Martha Lockwood Richard and Lois Logan Janice P. Rhoads Kim Rodgers Frances E. Trigo

of Fountain Valley Living Magazine

The mugs are here!

Become a 2019 Patron at the $100 level or above, and we'll send you a mug as our gift. If you give $200, you'll receive two mugs, etc.

Name:

Date

Mailing address City

2018 PATRONS

St

ZIP

Phone

• 2018 PATRONS—$1,000+ LEVEL Alex A. Accetta, CPA Curt and Lynn Seeden

Email 2019 Patron $25 2019 Patron $50

2018 PATRONS—$500+ LEVEL Steve and Sue Brown Steve and Rosemary Crisafulli The Kato Family

I’m interested in being one of the patron sponsors for the 2019...: (Min. $100 Patron level)

___Chamber of Commerce column ___Focus on Health column ___The Mayor's Column ___Steve Schultz’s column

SEND ME A MUG: 2019 Patron $100 2019 Patron $250 2019 Patron $500 2019 Patron $1,000 2019 Patron $2,500 2019 Patron $5,000

2018 PATRONS—$300+ LEVEL Walt and Susie Crandall Steve and Rosemary Crisafulli Mimi’s Jewelry, David Truong 2018 PATRONS—$250+ LEVEL Ron and Donna Courreges The David DiRanna Family Robert and Carol Proctor Guy, Jen and Grant Salamon Sam and Diane Salzman Ron and Marilyn Walker

TOTAL: $

PAYMENT: Check No. Credit Card:

VISA

Make checks payable to: Fountain Valley Living Magazine

MasterCard

Credit Card number:

2018 PATRONS—$100+ LEVEL Anonymous family donation Tom and Joyce Antal Prem and Linda Balani Linda Berquist Dean and Leanne Burt Joanna Clemens Michael and Mary Connally E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

Jim and Mimi Cunneen Deryl and Patsy Dyson Rabbi Stephen and Robin Einstein Elwyn California ($150) Fountain Valley Woman’s Club Friends of the Fountain Valley Library Andy and Denise Glasgow Jean Hardy Robert and Pauline Henning Joanne Herbel Tom and Lisa Huff Frank and Liz Lucero Evelyn McLean Marc and Marcia McReynolds Jack and Sue Mellott Tony and Felicia Oviedo ($150) Steve and Mary Parsons ($200) JoAn Poirel

Expiration date:

Credit Card code on back:

Signature

Date

Mail to: Fountain Valley Living Magazine, 8840 Warner Ave., Suite 204, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Contact us: 714-847-7714 FVMagazine@live.com Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

29

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

2017 PATRONS •

2017 PATRONS—$1,000+ LEVEL Larry and Sandra Crandall 2017 PATRONS—$500+ LEVEL Cheryl Brothers The Kato Family Dr. Anthony and Rhonda Nobles 2017 PATRONS—$250+ LEVEL Bill and Tracy Cameron Ron and Donna Courreges Steve and Rosemary Crisafulli John and Tiffany Damitz The David DiRanna Family Lamppost Pizza, Johnny Borden Marie Otto Robert and Carol Proctor Sam and Diane Salzman

Patrons

2017 PATRONS—$100+ LEVEL Advance Beauty College / Tam Nguyen Prem and Linda Balani Vince Bui Dean and Leanne Burt Joanna Clemens Jo-Anne Collins Michael and Mary Connally Jim and Mimi Cunneen Judy Edwards Rabbi Stephen and Robin Einstein Elwyn California ($150) Fountain Valley Woman’s Club Friends of the FV Library Andy and Denise Glasgow Jean Hardy Jan Heistermann Bob and Pauline Henning Joanne Herbel Gene Howard Max and Diane Johnson Anna Katsuki Michael and Elyse Kennan Aimee Le, Miss Fountain Valley 2013 Frank and Liz Lucero Marc and Marcia McReynolds Jack and Sue Mellott Barbara Montz Steve and Nina Nagel Darlene O’Connell, James O’Connell Marie Otto Tony and Felicia Oviedo Steve and Mary Parsons Dolores W. Reed Jill Wardlow Ruiz Red and Mimi Sickman Ed and Fredda Sussman Van and Hans VanDerVeer VFW Auxiliary 9557 Ron and Marilyn Walker Wayne and Monica Warthen Nora Webb Alison Wessler Mike and Sue White The Zaldo Family 2017 PATRONS—$50+ LEVEL Nancy J. Claxton Sherlene Cutler Steve and Joyce Grimm Lee and Gail Johnston

30

AUGUST 2019

Joe and Linda Jones Ritsuko Kuroki Paul and Sandi Licata Ron and Martha Lockwood Nick and Edythe Muse Bob and Gay Nakanishi Shayna Newman Richard and Beverly Pastore Pat Richter Dave and Hilda Roberts Cliff and Dienna Rogers Nan Rowe Susan Saurastri Nick and Terrie Taylor Bill and Jan Tubbiola Robert and Sheila Wenzel Annamae Zimmer 2017 PATRONS—$25+ LEVEL Midi Aceba Bruce G. Bailey Bob and Deloris Bixler Raquel and Quentin Brown Marlene Beck Sharon Cope Virginia DeBella Jim and Lisa Diecidue Mary E. Feather Gerald and Judy Fleishmann Barbara Gallup Dorothy Gook Mollie Guyot Mandy Hall Marie Janssen Tina LeMay Richard F. Logan Diane Luu Larry and Gerry McKenney Nick Pappas Jan Rhoads Kim Rodgers Frances Trigo Joleen Valentine Nick and Sheri VanderDussen

2016 PATRONS •

2016 PATRONS— $1,000 LEVEL Ed and Dixie Arnold The Helen Thomas Family 2016 PATRONS—$500 LEVEL Yvan Cao Larry and Sandra Crandall The Kato Family Tony and Rhonda Nobles 2016 PATRONS—$250 LEVEL Bill and Tracy Cameron Ron and Donna Courreges Steve and Rosemary Crisafulli David DiRanna Family Robert and Carol Proctor Senator Janet Nguyen Ed and Fredda Sussman Vic and Connie Wadsley 2016 NON-PROFIT PATRONS $100 Elwyn California $100 FV Woman’s Club

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

2016 PATRONS—$100 LEVEL Prem and Linda Balani Linda Berquist Dean and Leanne Burt Donna Cable Joanna Clemens Michael and Mary Connally Jim and Mimi Cunneen Deryl and Patsy Dyson Stephen and Robin Einstein Gary and Robin Fayette Don and Karen Fox Andy and Denise Glasgow Don and Marva Grimm Tom and Emiko A. Hanggie Jean Hardy Jan Heistermann Bob and Pauline Henning Max and Diane Johnson Aimee Le Frank and Liz Lucero Molly Marbut Jack and Sue Mellott Marc and Marcia McReynolds Leslie Montz ($125) Malcom and Sandra Murray Wayne and Mary Osborne Tony and Felicia Oviedo Steve and Mary Parsons JoAn Poirel Dolores W. Reed Sam and Diane Salzman Ellen Seaback Red and Mimi Sickman Ron and Marilyn Walker Nora Webb The Zaldo Family 2016 PATRONS—$50 LEVEL George and Esther Blanc Ann Marie Broderick Drywall Dimensions Joni Dodge Brad and Valorie Gaston Steve and Joyce Grimm Pete and Melanie Hagstrom Joanne Herbel Roberta Hoole Bob and Leah Israelsky Joe and Linda Jones Lee and Gail Johnston Peggy Kane Ron and Martha Lockwood Shayna M. Newman Richard and Beverly Pastore Pat Richter Cliff and Dienna Rogers Nan Rowe Stan and Nancy Smith Nick and Terrie Taylor Wayne and Monica Warthen Robert and Sheila Wenzel Annamae Zimmer 2016 PATRONS—$25 LEVEL Midi Acebo Jay Adams Bruce Bailey Ken and Carol Barckley Marlene Beck Bob and Deloris Bixler Nancy J. Claxton Sharon Cope Virginia DeBella Jim and Lisa Diecidue

Annette Schwerin Ron and Marilyn Walker Wayne and Monica Warthen Nora Webb The Zaldo Family Anonymous (thank you!)

Liz Epistola Barbara Gallup Dorothy M. Gook Zoraida Gordon Mollie Guyot Mandy Hall Tina LeMay Richard F. Logan Nick Pappas Pamela A. Richards Carolyn Schneider Ellen Seaback Joleen Valentine Mike and Joan Vaughn Jereen Williams

2015 PATRONS •

2015 PATRONS—$1,000 LEVEL Nancy Andreason The Kato Family Susan Saurastri, Realtor Mark and Tami Sonetti The Helen Thomas Family 2015 PATRONS—$500 LEVEL Cheryl Brothers Lily Campbell, Realtor Frank and Lucille Christy Fountain Valley Rotary Club Dave and Lupe Secrest Tanya Pham 2015 PATRONS—$250 LEVEL Lamppost Pizza, Johnny Borden Bill and Tracy Cameron Ron and Donna Courreges Larry and Sandra Crandall Steve and Rosemary Crisafulli Jo-Anne Collins John and Tiffany Damitz David DiRanna Family Los Caballeros Sports Village Steve and Nina Nagel Robert and Carol Proctor Sam and Diane Salzman Seashore Pest Control Ed and Fredda Sussman Connie and Vic Wadsley 2015 PATRONS—$100 LEVEL Thomas and Joyce Anne Antal Joshua and Linda Berquist Joan Blankinship Dean and Leanne Burt Robert and Laura Chermack Jo-Anne Collins Michael and Mary Connally Jim and Mimi Cunneen Rabbi Stephen and Robin Einstein Jean Hardy Bob and Pauline Henning Max and Diane Johnson Larry and Michelle Judson Melvin and Francene Kaplan Nora Little Frank and Liz Lucero Marc and Marcia McReynolds Jack and Sue Mellott Steve and Nina Nagel Felicia and Tony Oviedo Steve and Mary Parsons Jo An Poirel

2015 PATRONS—$50 LEVEL Richard and Sandra Arciniaga Bernadette Ballard Loren and Virginia Bates Gary Forman Libby Frolichman Jan Heistermann Joanne Herbel Joe and Linda Jones Level 27 Media, LLC Karen Markovich Nick and Edythe Muse Shayna Newman Richard and Beverly Pastore Pat Richter Cliff and Dienna Rogers Dick and Nan Rowe Ellen Seaback Red and Mimi Sickman Nick and Terrie Taylor Stephen and Fredrika Veenstra Robert and Sheila Wenzel Stephen and Annamae Zimmer 2015 PATRONS—$25 LEVEL Jay Adams Bruce Bailey Ken and Carol Barckley Marlene Beck Bob and Deloris Bixler Mike and Rachelle Chawke Nancy J. Claxton Tom and Colleen Cody Sharon Cope Joni Dodge W.C. Fox Rob Frizzelle Barbara Gallup Dorothy M. Gook Sal and Hanne Guerra Mandy Hall Jan Heistermann Harold and Patty Keith Bill and Regina Kobayashi Richard and Lois Logan Larry and Gerry McKinney Suresh and Sunita Mhaskar Valentine M. Nichols Doug and Jeanie O’Keefe Meryl Overton Nick Pappas M. & J. Rhoads Carolyn Schneider Ellen Seaback Joleen Valentine Armella Wallstrom Roger and Jenny Weissenback Anonymous (Thank you!)

2015 NON-PROFIT PATRONS $500 FV Rotary Club $100 FV VFW Ladies Auxiliary $100 Elwyn California $100 FV Woman’s Club $100 VFW Post 9557

www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

2014 PATRONS

• 2014 PATRONS—$1,000 LEVEL The Kato Family The Helen Thomas Family 2014 PATRONS—$500 LEVEL Larry and Sandra Crandall 2014 PATRONS—$250 LEVEL Advance Beauty College Ron and Donna Courreges David DiRanna Family Dr. Don Mikami, DDS Robert and Carol Proctor Connie and Vic Wadsley 2014 PATRONS—$100 LEVEL George and Martha Bierkortte Raquel Brown George and Midori Bruenning Steve and Rosemary Crisafulli Jim and Mimi Cunneen Rabbi Stephen and Robin Einstein Andy and Denise Glasgow Bob and Pauline Henning Max and Diane Johnson Clive and Suzanne Knight Miss Fountain Valley Aimee Le Thomas L. Lonegan Frank and Liz Lucero Marc and Marcia McReynolds Jack and Sue Mellott Steve and Mary Parsons Bill and Kathleen Rockney Theresa Simes, Farmer's Ins. Ray and Eileen Sugiura Ed and Fredda Sussman Wayne and Monica Warthen Nora Webb The Zaldo Family 2014 PATRONS—$50 LEVEL Margaret Abend The Barie Family Michael and Mary Connally Virginia Dishman Don and Marge Erickson Libby Frolichman Pete and Melanie Hagstrom Lee and Gail Johnston Joe and Linda Jones Ron and Martha Lockwood The Maghy Family Edythe and Nick Muse Shayna M. Newman Felicia and Tony Oviedo Steve and Mary Parsons Bonnie and Bob Rogoff Cliff and Dienna Rogers Dick and Nan Rowe Stan and Nancy Smith Nick and Terrie Taylor Bryan Tice Ron and Marilyn Walker Bob and Sheila Wenzel 2014 PATRONS—$25 LEVEL Ernie Arutunian Bruce Bailey Ruth Bailey Marlene Beck Ann Marie Broderick George and Midori Bruenning Eva Chung Nancy Jane Claxton Sharon Cope Rita Daniels Joni Dodge Mark and Laura Flores Barbara Gallup Zoraida Gordon Mollie Guyot Mandy Hall Jean Hardy Chin H. Kim Jeanette and Sid Locke Richard and Lois Logan Nick Pappas Peggy Ramler Janice Rhoads Armella Wallstrom Cheryl Westley Peggy Wilson Michael and Joan Vaughn Annamae Zimmer 2014 NON-PROFITS—$100 level FV Community Foundation Fountain Valley Woman's Club Friends of the FV Library VFW Post 9557 E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

2013 PATRONS

• 2013 PATRONS—$500 LEVEL The Kato Family 2013 PATRONS—$250 LEVEL Frank and Lucille Christy Steve and Rosemary Crisafulli 2013 PATRONS—$100 level Thomas and Joyce Antal Robert and Lois Baumgartner George and Martha Bierkortte Joan Blankinship The Blarney Stone John Borack Don and Donna Cable Barbara Carter Joanna Clemens John and Barbara Collins Ron and Donna Courreges Larry and Sandra Crandall Walter and Susan Crandall Steve and Rosemary Crisafulli Mike Debowski Bob and Mai DeRienzo Patrick Ducker Doyle and Georgia Edwards Rabbi Stephen and Robin Einstein FVHS Theater Boosters Andy and Denise Glasgow Tom and Amy Hanggie Jan Heistermann Joanne Herbel Charley and Patricia Hoyt Larry and Michelle Judson Thomas L. Lonegan Darrell and Marilynn Manderscheid Felicia and Tony Oviedo Robert and Carol Proctor Tony and Julie Romero Chris and Marge Schneider Steve Stovall, Team Stovall Ron and Marilyn Walker 2013 PATRONS—$50 LEVEL Cheryl and Lee Brothers Dean and Leanne Burt Jim and Mimi Cunneen Virginia Dishman Pete and Melanie Hagstrom Joe and Linda Jones Jon and Shelley Kakita Cathy Lichodziejewski Ron and Martha Lockwood Richard and Lois Logan Jack and Sue Mellott Nick and Edith Muse Cliff and Dienna Rogers Dick and Nan Rowe Nick and Terrie Taylor Nora BK Webb Robert and Sheila Wenzel 2013 PATRONS—$25 LEVEL Bruce Bailey Marlene Beck Chris and Diane Bonthius Nancy Jane Claxton Kain and Shannon Cross Karen and Dean Cunningham Larry and Arlene Doan Joni Dodge Janice Duzey Liz Epistola Judy and Gerald Fleischmann Laura Flores Barbara Gallup Dorothy M. Gook Zoraida Gordon James Gray Linda Mollie Guyot Mandy Hall Irene Hanson Nancy Hassay Jean Hardy Jan Heistermann Joe and Linda Jones Jon and Shelley Kakita Mrs. Meryl Overton Nick Pappas Jimmy and Jackie Pennella Pauline Perez Jan Rhoads Bryan Tice Annamae Zimmer 2013 NON-PROFITS—$100 level FV Community Foundation Fountain Valley Woman's Club Friends of the FV Library

2012 PATRONS

• 2012 PATRONS—$500 LEVEL The Kato Family 2012 PATRONS—$250 LEVEL Tony and Rhonda Nobles 2012 PATRONS—$100 LEVEL Raquel Brown Doris E. Gordon Mike and Kim Israelsky Aly Johns Max and Diane Johnson Dann and Cheri Jones Arlene Karr-Powell Russell and Gaye Koelsch Lillian G. Lipke Larry and Margaret Murphey Anthony and Monica Palmieri Robert and Carol Proctor Dolores W. Reed Jill Wardlow Ruiz Patrick and Bonnie Tucker Joleen Valentine The Zaldo Family 2012 PATRONS—$50 LEVEL Ken and Carol Barckley Howard and Pat Bowman Leanne and Dean Burt Deryl and Patsy Dyson Don and Marge Erickson Linda Mollie Guyot Chad Hanna Family, In memorium Ken and Pat Heneise Joe and Linda Jones Jon and Shelley Kakita Cathy Lichodziejewski Ron and Martha Lockwood Richard and Lois Logan Karen Diamond Markovich Jack and Sue Mellott Nick and Edythe Muse Shayna M. Newman Jane E. Odland Mary and Steve Parsons Cliff and Dienna Rogers Stan and Nancy Smith Nick and Terrie Taylor Robert and Sheila Wenzel 2012 PATRONS—$25 LEVEL Bruce Bailey Marlene Beck Joanne Booz Nancy J. Claxton Ron Courreges Karen Cunningham Virginia Dishman Doris Gordon James Gray Pete Haak Mandy Hall Chad Hanna, In memorium Jean Hardy Jan Heistermann Joanne Herbel Sandi Licata Andrea Licata, Miss FV 2012 Evelyn McLean Luis Mier Carolyn Miller Donald B. Mikami Nick D. Pappas Geneviéve Ray Janice Rhoads Dick and Nan Rowe Kelley Santa Cruz Cheryl Shaylor Fong and Jenifer Tieu Tom Wada Armella Wallstrom Kristen Wilcox Peggy Wilson Annamae Zimmer 2012 NON-PROFITS—$100 level FV Community Foundation FV Schools Foundation Fountain Valley Historical Society Fountain Valley Woman's Club Friends of the Library

2011 PATRONS

• 2011 PATRONS—$500 LEVEL Steve and Rosemary Crisafulli 2011 PATRONS—$300 LEVEL Tony and Rhonda Nobles 2011 PATRONS—$100 LEVEL Robert and Carla Cammack Don and Karen Fox Jan Heistermann Steve and Nina Nagel Trung and Kim Nguyen Rose Osaki Patricia Pratte Robert and Carol Proctor Kathleen and Bill Rockney Bonnie and Bob Rogoff Dave and Lori Rosell Ruth Rosewitz Chuck and Shirley Roth Annette Schwerin Ed and Fredda Sussman Jan and Bill Tubbiola Ana Vega 2011 PATRONS—$50 LEVEL George and Martha Bierkortte Dean and Leanne Burt Dale and Judy Edwards Joe and Linda Jones Jon and Shelley Kakita Arlene Karr-Powell Ron and Martha Lockwood Marcia and Marc McReynolds Sue and Jack Mellott Nick and Edythe Muse Gary and Laure Osterbach Nick and Terrie Taylor Ron and Marilyn Walker Armella Wallstrom Bob and Sheila Wenzel 2011 PATRONS—$25 LEVEL Bruce Bailey Marlene Beck Howard and Pat Bowman Bill Burris, Sr. Laura and Rob Calnon Mark Cohen Carol Cooperman Sharon Cope Kathleen Down Dann Gibb Dorothy Gook Zoraida Gordon Linda Mollie Guyot Chad Hanna Jean Hardy Joanne Herbel Richard and Lois Logan Larry and Margaret Murphey Valentine M. Nichols Jane E. Odland Jill M. Smith Joleen Valentine Annamae Zimmer 2011 NON-PROFIT PATRONS $100 level Fountain Valley Woman's Club Friends of the FV Library

2010 PATRONS

• 2010 PATRONS—$300 LEVEL Tony and Rhonda Nobles 2010 PATRONS—$100 LEVEL Robert and Carla Cammack Larry and Sandra Crandall Walter and Susan Crandall Steve and Rosemary Crisafulli Patrick Ducker Don and Marva Grimm Roger and Winnie Hamerlinck Tony and Heather McCombs Mark and Michele McCurdy Marcia and Marc McReynolds Wayne and Mary Osborne Robert and Carol Proctor Guy and Jennifer Salamon Ed and Michelle Schroeder Monty Snyder Ed and Fredda Sussman Chad and Nicola Weiss Lanny and Mary Wilson 2010 PATRONS—$50 LEVEL Christine and Marc Allcorn Betty Babcock and Family

Jim and Judy Caforio Dale and Judy Edwards The Pete Finnerty Family Gary Forman Tom and Irene Gergen Chad Hanna, In memorium Jon Kakita Arlene Karr-Powell Marcia and Marc McReynolds Jack and Sue Mellott Malone-Badgett-Ciccarelli Family Nick and Edythe Muse Ken and Cheryl Norton Dean and Hanadi Paxson Bonnie and Bob Rogoff Dick and Nan Rowe Rabbi Rebecca and Warren Schorr Patricia Stray The Judy Taira Family Nick and Terrie Taylor The Helen Thomas Family Marv and Marianne Traw 2010 PATRONS—$25 LEVEL Bruce Bailey Marlene Beck Mandi Strelow Burch Cindi Casum Steve and Eva Chung Carol S. Cooperman Karen Diamond-Markovich John and Gladys Gott Linda Mollie Guyot Mandy Hall Jean Hardy Joanne Herbel Ruby Ann Justis Joan Kennedy Richard and Lois Logan Linda Merritt-Maine Joan Miller Jerry Moynihan Larry and Margaret Murphey Shayna M. Newman Jane E. Odland Nick D. Pappas Bethel J. Reeves Janice P. Rhoads Ruth Rosewitz Linda Sanfilippo Patricia M. Stray Ron and Marilyn Walker Beverly White 2010 NON-PROFITS—$100 level Fountain Valley Community Fndn Fountain Valley Educational Fndn Fountain Valley Historical Society Fountain Valley Woman’s Club

2009 PATRONS

• 2009 PATRONS—$100 LEVEL Ed and Dixie Arnold Bill and Kathy Ault Johnny Borden, Lamppost Pizza Cheryl Brothers Larry and Sandra Crandall Gary Forman, Fountain Bowl Virgil and Shannon George Mark McCurdy Leslie Montz Ed and Fredda Sussman 2009 PATRONS—$50 LEVEL The Pete Finnerty Family Rabbi Stephen and Robin Einstein Ken and Cheryl Norton Dean and Hanadi Paxson Dick and Nan Rowe Rabbi Rebecca and Warren Schorr 2009 PATRONS—$25 LEVEL Bruce Bailey Cindi Casum Carol S. Cooperman Steve and Rosemary Crisafulli Gary Forman Mike and Debbie Gardinier Chad Hanna, In memorium Joanne Herbel Ruby Ann Justis Jerry Moynihan Jane E. Odland Janice P. Rhoads Dick and Nan Rowe Patricia M. Stray Marv and Marrianne Traw Ron and Marilyn Walker

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

31

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

SenıorLıvıng FountainValley

Citizen Kane to be shown, discussed Aug. 20

The making of “Citzen Kane” will be the topic of discussion followed by a showing of the classic movie on Aug. 20 at the Center at Founders Village Senior & Community Center.

The program starts at 1:30 p.m.

“Citizen Kane,” considered by many film critics as the best movie ever made, stars Orson Wells, Joseph Cotton and Agnes Moorehead.

You can register to attend at the Founders Village reception desk. More information: (714) 593-4446

Senior center to host driver safety course

The next American Association of Retired Persons Driver Safety Course designed especially for drivers 60 and older will be held Monday and Tuesday, Aug. 26 and 27, at the Center at Founders Village Senior and Community Center.

The class focuses on defensive driving techniques, safety strategies and new traffic laws.

The two-day class is held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. both days. Cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Payment is due at the beginning of the first class.

The Center at Founders Village is at 17967 Bushard St. To register, call (714) 593-4446.

Senior transportation available

"Hop On," the city’s senior transportation program for Fountain Valley residents, ages 60 and older, is available seven days a week.

Cost is $2 per trip. Transportation is provided by the city of Fountain Valley.

A registration form and signed waiver must be completed.

Info: Call the Center at Founders Village at (714) 593-4446.

32

AUGUST 2019

Local photographer's image places in "Aging as Art" competition

Photographer Lynn Seeden was awarded third place in the 2019 Council on Aging Southern California annual photography competition. The show theme was “How do you perceive aging?”

Fountain Valley's own Leslie Montz, age 98, was the model for what became the winning photo (pictured).

Seeden was among five total winners in the professional category. She also had two additional images selected to be exhibited in the juried show, which was featured at the Bowers Museum.

The Council on Aging Southern California's exhibit moves to the Newport Beach Central Library for August.

Photo by LYNN SEEDEN/Seeden Photography

Luau luncheon is Aug. 8

The Center at Founders Village will hold its annual Luau Luncheon on Thursday, Aug. 8. The lunch, sponsored by Fountain Valley Regional Hospital, is set for 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $7. The Center at Founders Village is at 17967 Bushard St. More information: (714) 593-4446.

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

N

2017

ag a i n NU

A L P EO P L E

CE

OI

C

H

ORANGE COUNTY A

H

Edinger Medical Group has been providing quality healthcare in our community for over 50 years.

We are proud to be honored as one of the Best Medical Groups in Orange County.

#1

D TE

BEST OF

T 24

Voted #1 Medical Group by Orange County Patients

VO

ADVERTISEMENT

’S

Specializing in: • Internal Medicine • Family Medicine • Pediatrics Help us give a warm welcome to our new Family Nurse Practitioner, Theresa Tran.

Theresa is looking forward to providing compassionate and quality healthcare to each patient.

Most HMO, PPO, Fee for Service and Medicare Advantage plans accepted.

(714) 965-2557 edingermedicalgroup.com 18682 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach 9900 Talbert Ave., Fountain Valley E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

33

FountaınValley Lıvıng

ADVERTISEMENT

®

DIFFERENCE MAKERS

Open a new book and you’ll open a new life

By STEVE SCHULTZ For Fountain Valley Living Magazine

T

he most valuable gift you can give someone, other than your love, is a book.

Walt Disney said, “There is more treasure in books than in all of the pirates’ loot on Treasure Island.”

We become the books we read or the books we don’t read. More than 80 percent of prison inmates are illiterate STEVE SCHULTZ, Columnist while 90 percent of top CEOs read more than three hours per day. Illiteracy is the worst illness because it’s 100 percent preventable.

Brilliance is built in books. The average American watches four hours of television a day but reads less than two books a year. Would you have an advantage in every way of life if you read two books per month in contrast to the person barely finishing two books per year?

Pat Williams (author/co-founder of the NBA’s Orlando Magic) challenged me when I was 20 years old to read 50 books a year, and I’ve done it every year since.

Pat said reading 50 books per year is the same as earning a Ph.D. “If you read five books on the same subject, you’re an expert on that subject.

If you read more than 12 books a year, you’re in the top 1 percent of intellectuals in America,” Pat said.

Pat has sent me multiple books for free with handwritten inscriptions inside. Pat Williams gave me the gift of 15 Ph.D.s and counting.

Here are some names of CEOs who read more than 50 books per year: Elon Musk, Bill Gates, Oprah Winfrey, and Warren Buffett. Buffet reads more than six hours a day.

Parents are willing to spend a pile of cash to give their children every advantage in life, but they don’t give them the one thing that provides the greatest advantage in life: a pile of books. What if we taught our children to display their books as prominently as they do their plastic trophies?

Here are some proven parenting methods you can use to build your children into leaders who are readers: ■ Let them see you reading ■ Talk to them about what you’re reading and ask them about what they’re reading ■ Give them books and a library card and take them to book stores and the library ■ Read the same book with them at the same time.

■ Have books on display in your home Raising daily readers is challenging because school saps the pleasure and purpose of reading. When a grade is no longer attached, books become this trans-

Difference Makers STEVE SCHULTZ COLUMN SPONSORS

To add your name as a donor, use the form on pg. 29

34

AUGUST 2019

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

formative treasure. Each page turned, each sentence swallowed, serves as medicine for the mind and soup for the soul. A good book beckons the unstirred good in the reader.

When you open a new book, you open a new life. As toddlers we learn by playing with blocks, and then for the rest of our lives we learn by playing with books. Page turners become people transformers. If you want to impact a life, bring inked words into their life. Impact is always more important than income.

While income will make your life better while you’re alive, impact will make the lives of others better even after you die. Impact is your ticket to immortality.

One of these great immortals is retired Gisler Elementary School teacher Susie Crandall. Mrs. Crandall did for me in fourth grade what Pat Williams did for me in college. The whole back wall of Mrs. Crandall’s classroom was filled with shelves of books she expected us to read.

(These books she bought with her own money.)

I was reluctant at first, and so, knowing I was a big WWF pro wrestling fan, Mrs. Crandall would give me one of her son Cliff’s old wrestling toys every time I read a book. At the time I thought the toys were the best gift she was giving me.

Now, all these years later, I know it was the books.

And many years later I met up for lunch with the lady who had me read a book a week all those years.

And to my surprise, Mrs. Crandall

The 2019 Fountain Valley Difference Makers (Steve Schultz) columns are underwritten with Magazine Patron donations from: Prem and Linda Belani Stephen Brown Joanna Clemens Randall K. Dillmon

Jean Hardy Robert and Pauline Henning Evelyn McLean Steve and Mary Parsons

Janice Vuong and Le Phan Ron and Marilyn Walker Nora B.K. Webb

www.FountainValleyMagazine.net

FountaınValley Lıvıng ®

STEVE SCHULTZ, cont.

FV Living

BIG SCREEN

TWO LARGE PIZZAS with one topping

TELEVISIONS

BRING YOUR TEAM • BRING THE FAMILY

$

1 LARGE PIZZA with one topping & 60oz. PITCHER OF DOMESTIC BEER $ 99

22.

Exp. 08-31-19

FAMILY FEAST

Exp. 08-31-19

$

10130 Warner Ave. (east of Brookhurst) www.LamppostPizza.com/FV

Valid only at Fountain Valley Lamppost Pizza.

Cannot be combined with other offers.

Mention FV Living Magazine when ordering

Exp. 08-31-19

VALUABLE COUPON • EXPIRES 08-31-2019

FOUNTAIN BOWL r

ta Ro ®

ry

”

®

T

BES BURThGe ER FV

27.99

Includes one X-Large 1-Topping Pizza, Large Dinner Salad, and up to 4 Small Sodas.

(714) 968-6128

urger “300 B Living

27.99

Valid only at Fountain Valley Lamppost Pizza.

Cannot be combined with other offers.

Valid only at Fountain Valley Lamppost Pizza.

Cannot be combined with other offers.

Fountain Valley's



SPORTS & PIZZA!

be em

BUY ONE GAME, GET ONE GAME

FREE During open lanes only

Cannot be combined with other offers.

Exp. 08-31-2019

Fountain Valley Living Magazine August 2019



PPILZAZ CE

M

E-mail: fvmagazine@live.com

BESTA

is an iw K

opened up a box full of the books and magazine articles where my writing is published, and she asked me to sign all of them. It wasn’t lost on me in that moment that my words would never be in any books for her to read and buy had she not bought all those books for me to read when I was a boy.

Susie Crandall is my Johnny Appleseed.

To honor the seeds that Mrs. Crandall and Pat Williams planted in me, I made a commitment when I was 20 to not only read 50 books a year, but to give away 50 books a year to other people’s children.

I made a goal of reading 1,000 books and giving away 1,000 new books by the time I reached the age of 40. I’m already three-fourths of the way there, already giving away more than $15,000 in brand new books to my students and basketball players. And like Pat did for me, I write a handwritten message inside. A book written in is a book kept.

I hope you’ll join me and commit yourself to reading at least one book per month and giving at least one book per month away to someone else with a handwritten message inside.

The highest aim of a teacher/leader is for the seeds to become the trees.

Not all seeds you plant will grow, and you will never see all the trees and fruit that come from those that do, but you can have peace knowing you gave your best effort to plant.

The likelihood of the seed becoming the tree really depends on the strength of the soil, but the strongest soil without any seeds planted remains dirt instead of development.

So, join me in planting “Summum bonum” which is Latin for “The highest good” in the soil of others. The greatest gift you can give someone other than your love, are good books for them to fall in love with.

Fountain Valley's

KIDS’ BIRTHDAY PARTY SPECIAL 1 hour bowling including shoes, 2 slices pizza, 1 small drink, plates/napkins/table cloth, private table for 1 hour, plus 1 free game pass for each young bowler.

Just bring your own cake and candles.

Birthday child receives a full-size bowling pin!

17.95

$

PER CHILD Min. 10 children

CALL (714) 963-7888 to book your party.

More details and offers: www.FountainBowl.com Fountain Valley Living Magazine August 2019

Fountain Bowl 17110 Brookhurst St. (at Warner ) • (714) 963-7888 • www.FountainBowl.com Fountain Valley Living Magazine

AUGUST 2019

35

Strength at every step.

We’re here with one-on-one cancer care.

The path to wellness is different for each person. Our multidisciplinary team delivers a personalized approach to your care—offering the latest diagnostics, identifying the least-invasive treatment options and dedicating a patient navigator to be your advocate and guide.

No matter the obstacle, we’re here.

Find your specialist at Orange Coast Medical Center 800-MEMORIAL (636-6742) | memorialcare.org/CancerCare 36

AUGUST 2019

Fountain Valley Living Magazine

www.FountainValleyMagazine.net