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THE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE OF SAN BENITO COUNTY

AUGUST 4, 2017

BOU T OU T & A AR OF CA L E N D EV E N TS

A section of the Hollister Free Lance

Hollister Farmer Grows for Gilroy

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HOMEGROWN DINNER Gilroy Demonstration Garden offers the public

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Underwater Explorers Kids ages 8 to 13 come face-to-face with marine life as they surface SCUBA dive around our Great Tide Pool, guided by experienced Aquarium dive staff. It’s an experience your kids will never forget! No experience necessary, only a sense of adventure.

Sleepovers Ever wonder what fishes do at night? Fall asleep under the (sea) stars next to your favorite exhibit. Enjoy snacks and special auditorium programs, plus breakfast and Aquarium admission the next day.

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Gilroy Demonstration Garden holds monthly farm-to-table dinners for the public. The next event is August 9.

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EDIBLE

GARDEN Local chef and farmer, David Jamrock grows for more than beauty

BY ROSEANN HERNANDEZ CATTANI PHOTOGRAPHS BY ROBERT ELIASON

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ne of the hottest culinary trends this summer, edible flowers, has a local champion in Hollister’s David Jamrock, the chef behind the sumptuous farm dinners at a downtown garden in Gilroy.

Yet, while it took the influence of Food Network cooking programs to get people to try rose petals on their cupcakes and lavender in their lamb roasts, Jamrock, a professional chef who once fed ’50s-era Hollywood Glitterati and United States Presidents at a high-end resort in Palm Springs, has been cooking with and growing edible flowers at his Hollister ranch for years. ➝ 6

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FARM-TO-TABLE

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ENCHANTING INGREDIENTS In addition to operating the Gilroy

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Demonstration garden, David Jamrock grows 25 different varieties of edible flowers at his ranch near Lover’s Lane in Hollister.

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“I had wild elderberries and peppercorns growing on the property that I would pick for a restaurant. About six years ago they asked if I could plant some marigolds and it steamrolled from there,” said Jamrock recently during some unusual downtime.

In addition to planning and executing the alfresco feasts at the Gilroy Demonstration Garden, Jamrock sells at the destination farmers market at the Ferry Building in San Francisco and grows about 25 different varieties of edible flowers at his ranch near Lover’s Lane in Hollister.

“I have snapdragons, hollyhock, gladiolus, pansies, violas,” said Jamrock, listing the fragile and enchanting ingredients that his customers use to enliven and beautify their dishes. “The winter is my biggest time for violets and pansies. The greenhouses are empty in the summer and then when September and October hits everything goes into the greenhouse. In the summer everything grows out in the open.”

A Jamrock Farms Edible Flowers take-away container also includes roses, dianthus, calendula, marigold, bachelor’s buttons and elderflower. Plants that are familiar but not in this context—as food and medicine.

“The thing about edible flowers and the flower herbs—thyme, rosemary, lavender—most if not all items have some kind of medicinal purpose,” said Jamrock.

Marigold and oregano have antibacterial properties, he said, and can help the body fight infections. Calendula—or marigolds are also found in creams and lotions to help the skin heal from burns, cuts or bruises.

Borage, a blue flower, and star ingredient in the chilled garden cucumber and borage soup that Jamrock served at the demonstration garden summer solstice farm dinner in June, has amino acids and Omega 3 fats.

“Leaves can be boiled for a tea, which is good for menstrual issues,” said Jamrock. “It also attracts bees to the garden.”

Edible flowers also lend a certain kick to a dish.

For the first course of the demonstration garden farm dinner, Jamrock served poached halibut with sorrel and nasturtium—a plant whose both leaves and flowers are edible. Pop a few nasturtium leaves in a salad or simmer the flowers, which have a spicy taste similar to arugula, in a white wine and butter sauce, he said.

“Marigold has a zesty quality to it,” said Jamrock. “Take one one

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For now, Jamrock is reaping the benefits of a life lived on all sides of the culinary spectrum, leaving the rest of us to finally catch on.

The next farm-to-table dinner is Wednesday, August 9. Tickets are $50 and are available for purchase at the Gilroy Demonstration Garden booth at the Farmers Market or by contacting Friendsofthegarden@yahoo.com.

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head of marigold and break it up to create 40-50 leaves and put that in your dish. They are good tossed in a cucumber and cilantro salad.”

Some edible flowers just look nice. Like bachelor’s buttons, another one of the rare blue flowers Jamrock grows is a hit with Bay Area chefs, even though, Jamrock said, it does not have a flavor.

“Chefs will come to the farm stand and they will go through the whole bunch to select the little blue flowers.”

Adding a bit of the garden to his dishes is nothing new to Jamrock, who was inspired by chefs like Alice Waters and Wolfgang Puck when he moved out to California in the 1980s after graduating from culinary school in his native Connecticut and has kept an herb garden within easy reach of his kitchen since.

As a teenager, the young chef served as apprentice on the Culinary Olympics, a prestigious competition that invites the best chefs from around the world to compete for their country’s honor in Germany every four years. Singapore won the latest competition in 2016.

“As a member of the Culinary Olympics we traveled across the country then we went to Frankfurt, Germany. I was a child protégé chef at that point,” said Jamrock, who soon after experiencing the glitz of the culinary competition world decided he wanted to get away from the whole scene and came over to California, where he got his first job at the famous, Chronicle Restaurant in Santa Monica.

Later he moved to Palm Springs where he would cook for the biggest stars of the 20th century.

“We’d get all the old time stars— Bob Hope, Dinah Shore—and I cooked for all of them,” said Jamrock. “Being a chef back in those days was like having the status of a doctor. I cooked for President Ford, and met the first President Bush.

One time during a Christmas Eve Dinner at the Rancho Mirage, we cooked for President Ronald Reagan and his Cabinet,” said Jamrock.

When asked what might have been served during those halcyon days of the eighties, Jamrock said it may have been veal morel—“that was one of the top line menus and a specialty of the Swiss Executive Chef.”

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Fifth Street Live Concert Series continues this summer packed with rockin’ fun and good times. This family friendly series will run every Friday during the summer with local bands taking over the streets.

This time around will be JJ Hawg covering classics and playing some of their own classic rock tunes.

Rock the streets on Friday, August 4 from 7-9pm between Monterey Street and Eigleberry Street.

Through October My Mom’s Mole will be serving food at Corralitos Brewing Company. Hosted the first Saturday of each month, this Mexican cuisine experience offers vegetarian and vegan options. This time around they will be serving up mole nachos, mole bowls and a cactus and kale salad. Service runs from 3-8pm on Saturday, August 5 unless they sell out sooner at Corralitos Brewing Company, 2536 Freedom Boulevard in Watsonville.

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BEER FEST The Legendary California Beer Festival Santa Cruz County returns to Aptos Village Park. The festival will highlight the modern craft beer movement and celebrate great beer. For all those new and familiar to the craft beer scene this event is an opportunity to drink amongst true connoisseurs of beer and gain insight on all things craft.

The festival will be held from Friday, August 11-13 at Aptos Village Park, 100 Aptos Creek Road.

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Feel the cool breeze on your cheeks when you join in on an early morning bike ride with Brian from Off The Chain Bikes. A great ride for newcomers looking to start a cycling exercise program or for those who just want to get out and take a casual ride. Brian will guide you through a 22-mile ride along the backroads of Hollister.

All are encouraged to give it a try and meet on Saturday, August 5 at 8am at Off the Chain Bikes on 101 McCray St. Suite 101 in Hollister. Call 831.636.0802 or visit offthechainbikes.com.

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t’s the first anniversary of San Benito magazine, and we’ve accomplished a lot in the last year. The magazine was created to celebrate the unique San Benito County lifestyle with images and original local writing in an all-color, home-delivered publication. Every week.

We have featured and photographed many people with a story to tell in our rich and diverse communities. We’ve highlighted many destinations with information about regional events. Stay local and have fun — there’s a lot to do here.

We are pleased to roll out the new Out & About calendar this week. Out & About has been published since 2000 and has been a part of readers’ lives, first as a stand-alone publication and more recently as an insert to your local newspaper. And for visitors to our area, San Benito is available free at newsstands throughout the region.

Because of its popularity, we’ve decided to publish the O&A calendar weekly, so information will be fresh and timely and ready for readers to plan their weekends.

Jeannette Close There’s still more to be done and we are committed to making this magazine the best source of local lifestyle coverage, along with a well organized run-down on upcoming events. In fact, we will always be looking for ways to be as relevant and comprehensive as possible.

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BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL

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Held each summer since 1994, The Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival brings the best mandolin, fiddle, guitar jammers and pickers together for three days of music influenced by Appalachia. The event includes California bands on the main stage, as well as hot campground pickers on the side stage between main acts. There is a tree-filled, shady campground for tent camping and a spacious meadow for RVs. It will be kid friendly, with a Kids on Stage program for budding bluegrass musicians and a crafts and activities corral next to the audience area from August 10-13 at San Benito County Historical Park.

SAN JUAN BAUTISTA ROZAS HOUSE 161ST

BIRTHDAY The historical Rozas House is turning 161 years old and the public is invited to join in the celebration. Attendees will enjoy live vintage music by Gold

Rush Era, costumed performers, hear the amazing bell organ and more. Look for the pink and white balloons and streamers. The home, built in 1856, was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. It was home to Ambrozio and Emelda Rozas and their 12 children. The birthday celebration will be held on Sunday, August 13 from 10am-2pm.

For more information, visit sanjuanbautistaca.com.

53 YEARS OF ANTIQUES The 53rd Annual Antique & Collectibles Fair just keeps growing bigger each year. This year’s fair will include antique and collectible vendors, food booths

and entertainment in the Town Plaza throughout the day. An antique appraiser will be available from 10am-2pm. The fair will be held on Sunday, August 13 from 8am-4pm.For more information and to participate, contact Jill Ortiz at 831.623.4107 or visit rotarysanjuanbautista.com.

HOLLISTER TRUCK PULLIN’ The Fourth Annual Pullin’ for a Cure Benefit Truck Pull returns for a night of rough and tough fun. All proceeds from this event are being donated to Relay for Life and The CasillasGarner Family and Friends Relay for Life Team. The family-fun

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Operation Freedom Paws invites the public for its annual Paw with Patriots Wine Gala. Enjoy a night of dinner, wine, live music and auctions helping to support its mission of matching veterans and others with disabilities with a rescue dog to train and certify as a service dog team. Celebrity guest Jane Lynch from Glee will be joining the night of festivities and puppy love. The gala will be held on Saturday, August 12 from 5-10pm at 13920 Llagas Ave, San Martin. Advanced tickets are $75/$95 at the door. For information, visit tinyurl.com/y8ertvuk.

event will have food available for purchase, “big ticket” raffle prizes and much more to keep the whole family entertained. Bring your own chairs as limited hay bale and truck access seating spots are available. Tickets for adults are $10 and kids are $5. The Truck Pull will be on Saturday, August 26 from 3-8pm at Santa Ana Valley Road.

KEEP ON SURVIVING If you ever wondered what to do if you got lost in the woods, this event has you covered. Guests will be able to take an easy walk to learn how to prepare and what

GARLIC CITY CAR SHOW The 16th annual Garlic City Car Show will be cruising into downtown Gilroy this month. The show promises to be bigger and better than ever before, with all types of vehicles on display, from classic Model T’s and antique tractors to souped-up hot rods, muscle cars,

The Legendary California Beer Festival Santa Cruz County returns to Aptos Village Park. The festival will highlight the modern craft beer movement and celebrate great beer. For all those new and familiar to the craft beer scene this event is an opportunity to drink amongst true connoisseurs of beer and gain insight on all things craft. The festival will be held from Friday, August 11-13 at Aptos Village Park, 100 Aptos Creek Road. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/ya263at3.

the world speed record boat and contemporary rides too. The show will cruise into town on Saturday, August 19 from 10am-6pm on Monterey Road in Downtown Gilroy.

HARVEST FEST Guglielmo Winery invites all families to come and celebrate the harvest with the Guglielmo Family.

Games, appetizers and wine will kick off the day, followed by the blessing of the grapes, a barbecue dinner, more wine and dancing to a live band.

The Annual Guglielmo Family Harvest Festival will be held on Saturday, August 19 from 2-9:30pm at 1480 East Main

Ave. For more information, visit guglielmowinery.com.

SOLAR ECLIPSE WATCHING NASA has announced that there will be a solar eclipse happening later this month. “Anyone within the path of totality can see one of nature’s most awe inspiring sights—a total solar eclipse,” NASA announced. The Gilroy library invites the public to view the solar eclipse outside in the library Paseo. Special viewing glasses will be provided to safely view at the eclipse. Don’t miss this out of this world event on Monday, August 21 from 10-11:00am at 350 West Sixth Street. ➝ 14

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to bring along to help find your way. The class will be held on Saturday, August 12 from 1-3pm at Madonna County Park. The group will meet at the Hilltop group area. It is recommended you wear comfortable hiking gear and bring water and snacks. For more information, visit sccgov.org or call 408.842.2341.

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PAINTING WORKSHOPS The Central Coast will be the backdrop for a unique series of painting experience. Guests will discover and paint the rainbow off colors of the local scenery from Pacific Grove all the way to San Juan Bautista area. All levels are welcome and special attention will be given to beginning students who need direction with new materials. The workshop will be three hours long from 4:307:30pm on Saturday August 5, this time, being held at Pacific Grove Walking Trail. Tickets are $55 and available for purchase at tinyurl.com/ycnryn9x. For more info contact Georgesse Gomez at 831.406.9114 or at georgesse_ gomez@sbcglobal.net.

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The Third Annual “Pizza for a Purpose� 50s Party will be jiving back into town to help raise awareness for abandoned companion animals. All degrees of pet lovers are invited to the fundraiser for the nonprofit Community Pet Friends Shelter & Adoption Organization. The party will be held on Sunday, August 20 from 2-6pm at Hacienda de Leal at 410 The Alameda in San Juan Bautista. For more information visit petfriends.org or contact 831.634.1191.

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WINE BOTTLING Guglielmo Winery will be hosting an exciting hands-on Bottle Your Own Red Wine event. Experience the fun of putting wine in your own bottle, labeling it, then taking it home or

giving it as gifts. Bring your own clean bottles or purchase them on-site for $1 each. Fill them up with a delicious red blend for only $6 per bottle. The event will be held on Tuesday, August 5 from

FIFTH STREET TOUR The Gilroy Historical Society will be holding tours guiding people through history. The free Walking Tours through Gilroy's historic districts are given on the first Saturday of each month from 10am-12pm. Reservations are recommended but not required.

Call the Gilroy Museum at 408.846.0446 for more information. This time around the tour will be on Sunday, August 6 and will meet in front of the Gilroy Museum, 195 Fifth Street in Gilroy.

YOGA IN THE VINEYARD Solis Winery will be hosting a morning overlooking their vineyards while taking an outdoor yoga class. They ask that guests bring their own mat. Guests of all-levels are welcome to join.

A free wine tasting will follow, where guests will enjoy a variety of Solis wines. Instructor Liz Falvey is a certified Yoga teacher specializing in Vinyasa Flow Yoga, which connects breath with movement. The class will cost $25 and held on Sunday, August

6 from 10:30-11:45am at Solis Winery, 3920 Hecker Pass Road.

For additional information, visit lizfalveydanceandyoga.com or soliswinery.com.

SPICE OF LIFE The new farmers market in town has something for everyone to enjoy. The Gilroy Spice of Life Farmers Market features fresh produce from local farmers and ranchers, live music and Moveable Feast food trucks. The new market, sponsored by Gilroy Demonstration Garden, kicked off earlier this year and is up every Friday from 3:30-7:30pm. It will run through October on Fifth Street and Monterey Road in Gilroy. For more information, call 831.537.3500.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING The Hollister City Council will be holding their biweekly meeting.

It will be held at Hollister City Hall, 375 Fifth Street at 6:30pm.

An advanced agenda will be posted on the city website for the Monday, August 7 meeting.

OPEN MIC NIGHT Grinds Vines Automobilia Cafe invites the community to come down for a night of musical tunes by none other than the local Morgan Hill people. There will be a very warm and welcoming crowd in a creative local music scene.

Come and share your talents or just have a cup of coffee and enjoy the show. The Open Mic will be held on Wednesday, August 9 from 7-9pm at 17400 Monterey St, Morgan Hill.

VINES AND VIBES Guglielmo Winery invites all to come enjoy great local bands under their shady canopy while enjoying a glass, or bottle, of great Guglielmo wine with your friends. Bring your own picnic or purchase food from their local caterer. There is no admission fee or cover charge. This week features The Recurrents.

It will be held on Thursday, August 10 from 5:30-8:30pm at Guglielmo Winery, 1480 East Main Ave, Morgan Hill. For more information, visit guglielmowinery. com.

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WINE

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HAPPY MEDIUM Anthony and Monica Ramirez at their new

tasting room, 18th Barrel in San Juan Bautista.

Rustic vibe San Juan’s 18th Barrel offers 18 types of beers and wines

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A sampling of their wine menu included a viognier from Hollister, a chardonnay from Monterey, a pinot noir from Paso Robles, a Santa Cruz cabernet and a red blend from Gilroy.

Beers include lagers, pale and dark ales, IPAs and more.

“The vibe is casual and fun, like a neighborhood ‘Cheers,” explained Debbi Sanchez, good friend and guest.

“Monica and Anthony make everyone their friend and anyone feel at home.”

Guests, 21 and over only, can relax inside their pour room or on their large, outdoor patio.

Anthony chimed in, “We love being a part of downtown. We plan to promote and cross-market as many other restaurants and bars as we can. We want everyone to be successful here.”

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t was jam-packed on opening day at the 18th Barrel wine and beer tasting room. Owned by Monica and Anthony Ramirez, it is the newest business to take the corner of Third and Polk Street in San Juan Bautista. It’s got a rustic, steampunk decor with open-beam ceiling, granite counters, reclaimed wood tables and cement floor. Split down the middle: one side of the business offers beer tasting and the other side offers wine tasting. “We offer the best of both barrels,” quips Monica. “We decided to meet in the middle where both wine and beer lovers would be happy.”

The 18th Barrel offers 18 varieties of locally sourced craft beer on tap. Similarly, 18 different wines are poured. Each month will feature a different wine region in California.

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HOME & GARDEN

A Passion for Plants

N. Carman Schramm

AUGUST 4, 2017

PEANUT CACTUS Discovered in Argentina by a botanist in 1905, the E. Silvestrii hasn’t been found in the wild since.

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Brilliant orange flowers adorn this miniature cactus

By NANCY SCHRAMM

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uch! That is my first thought when someone says “cactus”. But somehow a miniature cactus with glorious orange flowers has stolen my heart. Botanists call it Echinopsis chamaecereus or E. silvestrii, but most folks prefer the fun, common name “peanut cactus”. Research tells us that it was discovered in Argentina by a botanist in 1905. It was a fortunate discovery, since it has never been found in the wild since. Fortunately

for us, because this cactus is not only cute, but it’s easy to grow, too.

Peanut cactus stems are only the size of an average finger, around a half-inch in diameter. They typically have eight lengthwise rows of spines, thankfully these spines seem to be less lethal than most.

I’ve found that thin, surgical-type gloves give my fingers enough protection to handle the stems gently. Peanut cactus stems will grow erect to about four inches tall, then they will gradually tip over, becoming prostrate or hanging down the

sides of a container. One of the many charming habits of this cactus is the little cactus buttons that form all along the stems. These buttons enlarge into new stems, and help form attractive clumps that will fill a pot in short order. As these new stems enlarge, they fall off the main cactus truck quite easily. Don’t panic. Just stick the bottom end of the stem into the soil where it will root and give you another plant.

There are many different Echinopsis cactus, all known for spectacular blossoms. E. silvestrii flowers may be smaller than most, only reaching about two inches in diameter, but at the peak of bloom, midspring, there can easily be 10 or more flowers open at any one time on a small plant. Plus, you will often have several flushes of flowers on a happy plant, extending the bloom period for several months.

As I said before, peanut cactus are easy to grow. In our hot climate it’s best to give them a lot of light, but not the hottest, direct sun.

Part shade is okay, too. Their roots don’t go very deep, so a shallow pot works well. You can use a cactus and succulent potting soil, or mix your own if you have an all-purpose potting soil you like. I use one part sharp gravel (not pea gravel) to three or four parts potting soil.

Turkey grit or decomposed granite can also be used for the gravel component. Keep peanut cactus on the dry side in winter, a good tip for all cactus and succulents. Spring through fall though, peanut cactus needs water. Keep in mind that they are not desert cactus. Interestingly, all succulents will tolerate freezing temperatures better if they are dry than if they have been recently watered. Peanut cactus should be hardy to about 20ºF. Nancy Schramm is the third generation owner of Carman’s Nursery.

She and her husband have lived in Gilroy for more than 30 years. Contact her at 408.847.2313 or visit carmansnursery.com.

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GREAT OUTDOORS

Spoking my mind Ride, an 18K Stevens Creek Trail jaunt, a 60K Portola Valley Loop, and a 90K Skyline Ridge challenge!

All routes feature fully stocked rest stops and full SAG support. Oh, and did I mention that there’ll be a postride beer and wine festival, complete with live music? Sign me up!

SAVE THE DATES Road and Mountain 8/5—Marin Century/Mt. Double—marincyclists.com 8/5—Ryde for rydeforlyme.org

Tam

Lyme—Marin—

8/13—Tour d’Organics—Sebastopol—tourdorganics.com 8/19—Tour de Menlo—Atherton— tourdemenlo.com 8/20—Tour of Napa Valley—eaglecyclingclub.org 8/26—Ride 4 Diabetes—Cupertino—ride4diabetes.org 8/26—Tour de Fox—Santa Rosa— tourdefox.com 9/9—Best Buddies Challenge— Carmel—bestbuddies.org LAST HURRAH In the final days before school begins, consider hopping onto bikes and hitting the trails.

Midsummer rides and getaways AUGUST 4, 2017

By CURT HENTSCHKE

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ugust used to be the second month of summer; nowadays, it’s the month when many schools start!

Your kids and grandkids may only have a few more weeks of freedom, so enjoy the last summer rides together while you can. Oh, and prep the locks, then start exploring and practicing your safe routes to school. At least once, ride at the routes to and from school at real time, so the kiddos get the feel for the typical traffic patterns.

Need a fun, family-friendly activity just before school starts?

Consider hopping onto the bikes on August 12th, and visiting some of the amazing backyard train

layouts on the Garden Railroad Tour! Sponsored by the Bay Area Garden Railway Society and the South County Railroaders, this annual event benefits Gilroy’s St. Joseph’s Center, as well as the Food Bank of San Benito County, so be sure to bring a nonperishable food item to any of the layouts. (More info: check out Save the Dates!)

From the Marin Century to the Tour de Fox, there are multiple offerings almost every weekend!

Because it’s the new kid on the block, I’ll finish up by exploring the Ride 4 Diabetes.

The R4D will take off from Cupertino’s De Anza College on August 26th. Your choices: a 3.5 Bunny

9/16—Tour fresno.com

de

Fresno—tourde-

9/16—V3 Hopfest—San Ramon— v3hopfest.com 9/16—Tour de Coop—Silicon Valley—tourdecoop.org

Events 8/12—Garden Railroad Tour— South County—nigel@candntractors.com 8/19—Tour de Fat—San Francisco—newbelgium.com South Valley recommends you check for last minute changes on dates before attending.

Curt Hentschke has pedaled over 58,000 miles of South Valley and San Benito County trails. Send your cycle celebrations and cerebration to heycycleguy@gmail.com.

REAL ESTATE

Realtor’s Corner

approach—and you have a formula for very happy clients.

How did you get into real estate?

I actually worked as a computer engineer for 10 years before changing careers to real estate. I was looking for something that would allow me to utilize a broader range of skills I had developed, but also had the potential for the compensation to reflect work ethic and personal investment. I joined forces with an experienced and highly respected local Realtor (my mother), and have not looked back since.

How do you spend your free time?

I rarely completely disconnect from my business, but my interests include health and fitness, skydiving, psychology and some travelling. More often than not, you’ll find me plummeting towards the earth at ridiculous speeds.

Michael Hawk

SKY HIGH Realtor Sean Dinsmore concentrates on real estate in Gilroy, Morgan Hill,

San Jose, Hollister, San Juan Bautista, Aromas and surrounding areas.

Sean Dinsmore has a formula for happy clients

When a seller’s primary goal is to make as much profit as reasonably possible in the sale of their home, they need to know a) what buyers want, b) the best showcasing methods, and c) what a pre-sale investment into the home will return value-wise. I would like to think that I excel in all these areas. I give my sellers an “as-is” value, but I also present the most cost-effective options to increase the value of

their home (which varies by home type, neighborhood, price point, and expected buyer demographic).

For example, I can say “with these improvements, which will cost $8,000, you can expect a sales price of roughly $40,000 more”.

What sets you apart from other Realtors?

I can genuinely say I put my client’s interests above my own without fail.

I’m a firm believer in doing right by others and trusting that everything comes back around in the end. Pair that with a keen business sense, tireless work ethic, and service oriented

This advice can be applied to many things in life, but certainly has a large impact in real estate; use and rely on a trusted professional.

Don’t trust the purchase or sale of your (possibly) largest investment to just anybody, especially when the consequences involve upwards of tens of thousands of dollars. If the choice between realtors resulted in a $20,000 swing in your bank account balance, wouldn’t you want to make sure you are hiring someone with pedigree and track record to get the most out of the transaction? I would.

Contact Sean Dinsmore at sdinsmore@interorealestate.com or 408.710.2855.

AUGUST 4, 2017

By DEBRA ESKINAZI

How do you help your clients get the best price for their property?

What’s your best advice to a prospective homebuyer or seller?

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HOME FOR SALE HOME FOR SALE 3bed/2bath Gated Area 3bed/2bath Gated Area $495,000 $495,000 COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACE COMMERCIAL OFFICE 247 sq. ft. $375 SPACE 247sq. sq.ft. ft.$1,350 $375 1083 1083 sq. ft. $1,350 STORAGE UNITS UNITS 127STORAGE sq. ft. to 790 sq. ft.

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Property Professional Mgmt. & Sales Property 339 SeventhMgmt.

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Family Room w/Wet Bar & Solarium IMMACULATE ~ Luxurious 5Br/3.5Ba home on 3+ acres. Kitchen w/granite slab, built-in fridge & 6-burner gas stovetop. Master suite retreat w/private yard. Beautiful landscaping.

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$489,900

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Like a Model Home METICULOUSLY KEPT ~ 3Br/2.5Ba w/light & bright, open floor plan. Beautiful Saltillo tile, shuttered windows, dual fireplace & office/den.

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$715,000

Deanna’s interest in Real Estate was sparked during her first experience buyer her own home. Since then she’s combined hard work, organization and persistence to develop an admirable program that results in a smooth and efficient transaction.

Negotiating the highest possible price for a listing is her favorite part of working with sellers. And buyers will appreciate her “hands�on” approach.

Deanna is committed to being with her clients every step of the way!

Call her today for current market information!

F EATURED P ROPERTY NEW LISTING

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Charming Home in the Country Open Sun 1-4pm

Single-story 4Br/2Ba 1,873 SqFt home on 1+ acre surrounded by other country properties. Kitchen has stainless appliances w/closet pantry & lots of cabinets. Dinette w/built-in desk & even more cabinets. Master suite is separate from others for privacy & easy access to backyard patio & pool. A step-down area next to the family room is light & bright w/French doors to patio. Vast amount of pasture for farm animals & storage shed (could easily be converted into a small barn). Owned solar system.

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Offering superior service in all five locations!

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Freshly painted exterior and trim, quiet cul-de-sac off Cerra Vista in Sunnyslope. 3 bedroom, 2 full baths, and 1/2 bath near inside laundry room. 1960 S.F. Main bath has walk in shower and tub, MBR bath has walk in shower, 2 basins, and jetted tub. 3rd bedroom used as office. Manicured landscaping 8726 S.F. lot.

Partial new fencing, storage shed. Patio has an electric awning on patio. Gracious entry to large great room that opens to the patio area, built in bookcases, oversized dining area. The kitchen sparkles, microwave and oven, gas range with 4 burners and GE stainless steel hood and convenient pot rack. Plantation shutters.

Shown by appointment only.

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Kitchen w/built-in desk, walk-in pantry. Master suite w/fireplace, wet bar & spa-like bath. $999,088

D eanna

In her spare time you’ll find Deanna working out and spending time with her husband and two children.

NEW LISTING

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