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THE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE OF SAN BENITO COUNTY

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE P8

Navy Veteran Trish Graves

A supplement to the Hollister Free Lance

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CRUSHING TRAUMA Since U.S. Navy veteran Trish Graves discharge a decade ago, she has been struggling with the effects of posttraumatic stress disorder.

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EMERGING DARKNESS FROM THE

Veteran Trish Graves has psychedelic drugs to thank for making it through

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n the outside, Trish Graves has everything—a devoted husband, a beautiful 4-year-old daughter, a breathtaking piece of ranchland in southern San Benito County.

more than sit on her sofa for days and weeks on end. She tried to cope in ways healthy and otherwise: booze, pharmaceuticals, religious devotion, nutrition, even denial. She just kept drowning.

“There was a lot I didn’t know about PTSD that I know now, that it can really change your perception of reality. You can have flashbacks one moment. You can feel like you’re living in a dream. Or you can just feel very disconnected from everything around you. It’s crazy-making.”

She began reading about therapies involving the powerful psychedelic agent known as ayahuasca and heard stories about people suffering from PTSD traveling to South America to experience ayahuasca. That led her to other research linking such drugs as LSD, psilocybin, and MDMA to breakthroughs in treatment for depression, addiction, alcoholism and PTSD. And that path finally brought her to the Multidisciplinary Association of Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), a Santa Cruz-based non-profit that is sponsoring FDA-approved clinical trials on the use of MDMA in psychotherapy.“As soon as I heard it was being developed, it gave me an anchor in the future,” she said. “I figured, OK, I can hang on until ➝ 06

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On the inside, though, she is shattered.

Trish is a veteran who served in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific for five years.

Since her discharge a decade ago, she has been struggling with the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder.

She said that the past 10 years have been crippling, as she has dealt with daily bouts of anxiety, depression, fear and self-loathing. She admits that she has considered suicide. The word she uses to describe her experience is “drowning.”

But 2018 is different. This year has brought her a measure of hope that had seemed unattainable before. She has spent almost her entire adult life under the crush of past trauma, but only now is she able to contemplate a future beyond the shadow.

And that hope has arrived in the form of psychedelic drugs.

Trish doesn’t fit the mold for what most people might think of as veterans suffering with PTSD. Her story is different.

In 2003, at 21, in her first year in the Navy, Trish was raped by a fellow serviceman. She got pregnant by that rape, and then had an abortion while on leave on the island of Guam.

“The abortion is what bothers me most,” she said. “I had to ask permission to do this from my commanding officer. It was humiliating. He wanted to know who it was, why I wasn’t pressing charges. I think you’ve heard enough about military culture to know you don’t report these kinds of things because I didn’t want to be seen as a troublemaker. I just wanted to do my job. I just wanted to do the right thing.”

Seared by shame, she soldiered on through her tour of duty, until her body rebelled.

“My body just stopped working,” she said.

“I mean, I could tell myself, get up. I could say, do this, do that. By my body wasn’t doing it.” Eventually, she was “separated” from the Navy. She said she was told that she would get better once away from her military surroundings and back in civilian life.

She didn’t get better. Living in San Juan Bautista, she felt adrift. She didn’t do much

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NEW LIFE After treatment with MDMA, Graves said she was able to

separate from her pain in a way that was impossible before.

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this is available. And if that doesn’t work, then I can commit suicide.”

After going through the program’s screening process, Graves underwent three separate day-long therapy sessions in San Francisco, spaced out over several weeks, under supervised doses of MDMA, the psychoactive agent found in the illegal street drug Ecstasy.

In her first experience, she came in with expectations, having read accounts of other people in similar therapy. “It wasn’t what I expected at all,” she said. “The whole time I kept thinking, I must be doing this wrong. From what I read, people were supposed to lay down, relax, with some music playing, or eye shades or something. But all I wanted to do was talk. I was talking, talking, talking.”

The second session, the dosage was higher and the experience was even more intense. She felt she was communicating with her longdead grandfather who was expressing love and support to her but at the same time was also “cutting me into pieces. But I could see that he needed to do that. I needed to

disconnect from who I was and he put me back together again.”

After three sessions, Graves said, she was able to separate from her pain in a way that was impossible before. Each of the experiences was unique, and she is still seeing a therapist to help her “integrate” the experiences. “It all keeps unfolding,” she said. “It’s taught my brain how to think in a new way.”

In October, the peer-reviewed Journal of Psychopharmacology published results of the most recent MAPS-sponsored trial of using MDMA in psychotherapy. For those who had suffered chronic PTSD, more than three quarters (76 percent) reported dramatic decreases in symptoms to the degree that they no longer met clinical criteria for a PTSD diagnosis.

MAPS sponsors studies of a wide variety of psychedelic drugs, but only holds FDA-approved clinical trials with MDMA. Brad Burge, the communications director at MAPS, said psychedelic agents such as LSD, psilocybin, ayahuasca and MDMA are often lumped together, but are, in fact, categorically different drugs. ➝ 15

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OUT & ABOUT

ART FESTIVAL Aromas Hills Artisans presents its Holiday Art Festival featuring workshops, demonstrations, shopping with artists and festive treats Nov. 17 & 18.

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TABLE DECORATIONS

DIWALI SHOW

DANCE PARTY

Don’t miss the Indian Association of South County’s 24th annual Diwali Show. Celebrate the Panch Tattva–the five elements of earth, wind, fire, water and sky at the IASC’s biggest party of the year.

Guests will be amazed by the talent of children and adults in the community and great food, fun and entertainment. Also enjoy a social hour and dancing. Saturday, Nov. 17, 4:30-11pm at Oakwood School, 105 John Wilson Way. For information and tickets, visit iascinfo.com.

Party down as The Snarky Cats play Ridgemark. The Snarky Cats pride themselves in being an anti-cover, cover band; and, while the band does play cover songs, it very seldom plays the song like the recording or even the same way twice. Enjoy rock ‘n’ roll hits from the psychedelic era to today’s favorite artists in a new way Saturday, Nov. 17, 9pm-midnight at Ridgemark Golf Club and Resort, 3800 Airline Highway. For more information, visit snarkycats.com.

Enjoy hot apple cider and treats by the fire and find that special gift at the Aromas Hills Artisans Holiday Art Festival. Be creative at a workshop, watch demonstrations and shop with artists showcasing stained glass, quilting, jewelry, paintings, pottery and sculptures, drawings, fiber art and more. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 17 & 18, 10am-4pm daily at Aromas Community Grange, 400 Rose Ave. Raffle drawing to be held Sunday, Nov. 18, 2pm. Visit aromashillsartisans.com.

Head to The GardenShoppe and use pumpkins to make Autumn table decorations. Participants will be provided with a pumpkin, succulent cuttings, colored moss and a few accessories to create a unique ready to display decoration—just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday. Saturday, Nov. 17, 10am-3pm at The GardenShoppe, 364 Seventh St. Tickets are $35 per project. For information and tickets, visit tinyurl.com/ydyf24yn.

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THEATER PREVIEW

Family relationships

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CHRISTMAS STAGE South Valley Civic Theatre presents ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ Nov. 16-Dec. 8 at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse.

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Trust and love restores faith in humanity

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on’t mess with success” may be director Carol Harris’s motto for South Valley Civic Theatre’s holiday production of “It’s a Wonderful Life,” a stage version of the hugely successful and well known 1946 Frank Capra film—the one starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed that’s broadcast on TV every single Christmas season.

Seph McCarty as George Bailey and Audrey Del Prete as Mary appear to be channeling Stewart and Reed in their rehearsals.

“You have to give it what people

are familiar with,” said Harris, who directed the same show for SVCT a decade ago—long enough that Scott Lynch, who played George Bailey in that production, has grown into the role of the fledgling angel Clarence. “I just try to approach the sensitivity of the George character, the family relationships. It’s a story of trust and love and relationships and the fact that if he had never been born, these people would never have ended up in the same way.”

As if a refresher is needed: “It’s a Wonderful Life” is the story of George Bailey, a frustrated

businessman in Bedford Falls who’s spent his life giving things up for others, and on Christmas Eve is thinking about ending his life. His guardian angel, Clarence, shows him what life would be like if he’d never been born, and restores his faith in himself and humanity.

McCarty and Del Prete, both San Jose residents who are new to the SVCT stage, are undaunted by the giants of the screen who preceded them.

“The show’s been around forever,” said McCarty, who came to the show without preconceived notions of what role he might play. ”It’s tapping into something people can connect with. I feel like that character gets to everyone deep down.”

By contrast, Del Prete specifically auditioned for the role of Mary. “I felt like I was Mary,” she said. “I just think about the other moments in my life that have been similar.”

McCarty said he first saw the film when he was 8 or 10 years old.

“I really am glad to be doing it,” he said of the play. “I feel a genuine connection with the struggle George faces.”

Harris said the show is a perfect holiday drama and musical.

“The kindness among strangers goes so far,” she said. “George Bailey didn’t have a lot, but what he had he gave away, and it all came back to him.”

The show’s co-producers are Robin Bezanson and Judi Grant.

It also stars James Daniel Pearson as Henry Potter, Sean O’Connor as Harry Bailey, Jeff Swan as Uncle Billy, Bob Brown as Mr. Gower, Scotty Gregg as Sam Wainwright and Cambria Pace as Zuzu.

“It’s a Wonderful Life,” by James W. Rodgers. South Valley Civic Theatre. Nov. 16-Dec. 8 at the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse, 17090 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill. Tickets $25, $20 seniors, $16 youth.

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INSPIRED PLAY

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El Teatro Campesino presents La Virgen del Tepeyac 2018, adapted by Luis Valdez, celebrating 45 years of tradition at the beautiful Old Mission San Juan Bautista. This joyous re-enactment of the miraculous events that inspired the religious rebirth of Indigenous Mexico dramatizes the four apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe to indigenous messenger Juan Diego in 1531. The performance features live music and Aztec dance and is presented in Spanish. Experience this special Christmas offering Nov. 23-Dec. 16 at Old Mission San Juan Bautista, 406 Second St, San Juan Bautista. For more information, dates and tickets, visit elteatrocampesino.com.

HOLLISTER HOLIDAY HAYRIDE Get in the festive spirit while discovering park trivia during a hayride through

Hollister Hills State Vehicle Recreation Area. The Holiday Hayride Tours will begin at 6pm in the Madrone Campground and will pick up passengers along the

way. Bring along a thermos of hot cocoa, a blanket and warm clothing and enjoy this free event.

Saturday, Nov. 17, 6pm at Hollister Hills State Recreation Area, Lower Ranch, 7800 Cienega Road. Park entrance fee is $5. For information, email HollisterHills@parks.ca.gov.

BIKE PARTY Bicycle riders of all kinds are invited to come together to enjoy the sites and streets of Hollister during Hollister Bike Party’s fifth ride. The ride will be medium paced and is generally 3-5 miles. All are welcome Saturday, Nov. 24, 3:30pm at 400 San Benito St. Visit tinyurl.com/yd2u5r4a.

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR Head to the country and enjoy shopping

the day away at the Holiday Craft Fair in the Country. More than 12 vendors will be on hand to help guests find the perfect gifts for everyone on their lists. Sunday, Nov. 25, 10am-4pm at 200 Churchill Road. Admission is free.

For information and to register, visit tinyurl.com/y7gwkeao.

SAN JUAN BAUTISTA HANDMADE BAGS Join Family Threads Quilt Shop at its Clam Up (Zippered Pouches) event.

These nesting bags are perfect for storing and carrying makeup, sewing supplies, tech gear and

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COWBOY CHRISTMAS

Drinking and shopping, what more could one ask for? Head to the 19th Hole on Nov. 25 for the annual Cowboy Christmas Boutique. Enjoy a cocktail while shopping from handpicked vendors both inside and out. Attendees are invited to stay for lunch or dinner after completing their shopping. Cowboy Christmas will be held Sunday, Nov. 25, 10:30am-4pm at the 19th Hole Booze & Food, 7071 Airline Highway, Tres Pinos. For more information, visit the19thholetrespinos.com.

BOMBSHELL BULLYS Experience the raw energy of the greatest rock & roll and blues hits performed live by Bombshell Bullys. Be entertained and inspired to get up and dance at this highenergy show Saturday, Nov. 17, 9pm-1am at Daisy’s Saloon, 213

Third St. For information, visit tinyurl.com/ycffdr72.

GILROY HOLIDAY COMEDY Don’t miss the heartwarming holiday comedy Mom’s Gift, the annual fundraiser for the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research presented by Limelight Actors Theater. In this comedy with a heart, Mom has been dead for 11 months and shows up at her husband’s birthday party as a ghost with a mission. Like Clarence in It’s a Wonderful Life, she has to accomplish a task to earn her wings. Enjoy door prizes and special surprises along

Join the Hollister Downtown Association at the 28th annual Lights On Celebration. This family-friendly, all-day community event features a holiday car display, Dec-A-Tree Contest, food vendors and live entertainment. A free “Through the Eyes of a Child”-themed parade begins at 5:30pm. Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus for pictures at 7pm in front of the Veterans Memorial Building. Celebrate Saturday, Nov. 24, 9am-7:30pm on San Benito Street, Hollister. For entire lineup of events and more information, visit downtownhollister.org.

with this show for the holidays Nov. 16 through Dec. 8 at The Gilroy Center for the Arts, 7341 Monterey St. For information and performance schedule, visit limelightactorstheater.com.

and enjoy the outdoors. Saturday, Nov. 17, 9am-noon at Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve, 550 Palm Ave. For information and to register for this free hike, visit tinyurl.com/ybbeydbu.

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THANKSGIVING CENTERPIECE Create the perfect Thanksgiving dinner table by making a tabletop centerpiece at BookSmart of Morgan Hill’s Thanksgiving Floral Arranging Workshop. Amy OsakoAochi, owner of Michi’s Floral Company, will teach the basics of making a tabletop centerpiece, then participants can get creative and design their own unique arrangements. This workshop includes instruction, supplies, wine ➝ 13

TAKE A HIKE Join the Open Space Authority for National Take a Hike Day and enjoy a gently paced family-friendly hike through the oak woodlands and experience beautiful valley views.

Choose from a 2-mile round trip hike to the trail’s first overlook or continue along the full Arrowhead Trail Loop and hike about 6 miles round trip. Bring water to drink

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more. Created with doubleslide zippers and handy grab tabs it is easy to open the bags wide and attached side panels prevent contents from falling out. Learn to create these fun, customizable bags in five sizes Saturday, Nov. 17, 10:30am-3pm at Family Threads Quilt Shop, 107 The Alameda. Visit familythreadsquiltshop.com.

COMMUNITY CELEBRATION

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AZTEC DANCING All ages are invited to join Calpulli Itzpapalotl Danza Azteca at the Artspace Annex. The Calpulli Aztec dancers are a local arts group promoting, educating and inspiring individuals through preHispanic dances and indigenous culture. This event is free, open to all and presented by San Benito County Arts Council. Beginners are welcomed to come to circle and experience danza Wednesday, Nov. 21, 7:30-8:30pm at ARTspace Annex, 217 Fifth St, Hollister. Visit sanbenitoarts.org.

PILGRIMS AND PILSNER

Start the Thanksgiving holiday off on the patio of The GardenShoppe at Pilgrims and Pilsner. Guests are invited to get extra festive and come dressed as their favorite Thanksgiving theme for a chance to win a prize for best costume. Enjoy delicious food, good company and more at this pre-holiday party. Wednesday, Nov. 21, 5-10pm at The GardenShoppe, 364 Seventh St., Hollister. Ages 21 and over only; identification is required. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/y9pc7f7g.

EVENTS WEEKLY TOURNAMENT Enjoy the weekly Alehouse Cornhole

Tournament. Whether it is called Cornhole, Corn Toss, Soft Horseshoes or Bean Bag Toss this game is fun for everyone.

Tournaments will be held every Tuesday, 7-9pm at Grillin & Chillin Alehouse, 401 McCray St, Unit B24, Hollister. Sign up with the bartender early on Sundays and Mondays to ensure a place in the tournament and compete for weekly

EVENING EXPERIENCE Enjoy the magic of the season during Gilroy Gardens’ Gardens@Night Holiday. Gilroy Gardens’ 26 acres of majestic trees and gardens come alive with twinkling light displays and special holiday treats around every turn. Ice skate under the stars, visit with Santa, ride favorite rides, find crafts in the Marketplace and more.

Friday through Sunday, Nov. 23-25, 4-9pm at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park, 3050 Hecker Pass Highway, Gilroy. For more information visit gilroygardens.org.

DUELING PIANOS Enjoy an evening of fast, funny

HOME TOUR Tour the historic homes of Hollister this holiday season on the Victorian Christmas Home Tour presented by Joshua Inn Bed & Breakfast. Attendees will tour historic homes including the Flint House, Joshua Inn, Ladd House, Lico House and more. Attendees will enjoy a raffle drawing and specialty food and beverages provided by a variety of Hollister’s local restaurants and wineries. All proceeds benefit the Hollister Pregnancy Center.

Saturday, Dec. 1, 5-10pm, tour check in and registration begins at Hollister Pregnancy Center, 483 Fifth St, Hollister. For tickets and information, visit joshua-inn. ticketleap.com.

SANTA’S BREAKFAST Gather the Christmas wish lists and have breakfast and take a picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Breakfast includes all-you-caneat pancakes, an order of sausage and coffee, juice, hot chocolate or tea. Also enjoy taking part in some fun crafts. Tickets on sale at Hollister Recreation, 300 West St, Hollister or at webtrac. hollister.ca.gov. Free to the first 250 children ages 12 and under.

Have breakfast with Santa Saturday, Dec. 1, 8-11am at the Veterans Memorial Building, 649 San Benito St, Hollister. For more information, visit hollister.ca.gov.

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and hors d’oeuvres. Monday, Nov. 19, 6-8pm at BookSmart of Morgan Hill, 1295 E. Dunne Ave. Cost is $45 in advance, $50 on the day of the event. To RSVP, call 408.778.6467.

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POST-THANKSGIVING HIKE Burn extra calories after Thanksgiving by joining Open Space Authority docents for an easy or moderate walk to Hike Your Pie Off. Choose from a leisurely 2-mile out-and-back walk to the first overlook of the Arrowhead Trail with some educational stops from 9am-11am or hike the moderate 4-mile loop trail with some rest stops to talk about the preserve from 9am-1pm. Dress for the weather, and bring water and snacks.

Rain will cancel the event. Hike your pie off Friday, Nov. 23, 9am at Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve, 550 Palm Ave, Morgan Hill. For more information visit, openspaceauthority.org.

entertainment with Dueling Pianos International. Experience two sharp-witted, talented musicians with two grand pianos playing classic rock, country, hard rock, Top 40 and more. Attendees will also enjoy a three-course dinner by the Live+Love+Leal culinary team. Don’t miss this unique evening Saturday, Nov. 24, 6-10pm at Granada Theatre, 17440 Monterey St, Morgan Hill.

For tickets and more information, visit liveloveleal.com.

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her with the kind of detachment that people involved in meditation have long talked about. “It was kind of like three long meditations,” she said. “It was able to teach me that kind of detachment, so that I can say, this is happening and it feels really bad. But it’s not you. It’s just something that washes over you. You can endure it. And you can even be curious about it.”

Before 2018, on a rotation of antidepressants, she felt “like I was a robot. I wasn’t alive. And now I feel alive. That’s a big thing for me.”

The improvement in her condition has come at a crucial time for her as a parent. Her daughter is just now reaching the age where she’s discovering the world around her. “I feel such relief that I’m now able to engage with her. Before, I always felt so far away. She would talk to me and I knew I needed to answer her, but I couldn’t even open my mouth. Now I’m laughing with her, playing with her.”

Graves is not out of danger yet, she said. Managing PTSD is still a labor. She still has days when she’s not well. “It’s not an overnight thing, but I’ve changed a lot in a very short period. It’s really scary to say that I feel like I have a future. I don’t want to get my hopes up. It still all feels really new.”

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“It’s hard to say what they all have in common,” said Burge, “other than they have the capacity, when used in a certain way, to bring forth subconscious material, whether it’s emotions or memories or experiences in the body. That’s why they can be used in psychotherapy.”

MDMA may be the most promising drug because it tends not to bring on visual or auditory hallucinations.

“One of the things that MDMA does,” said Burge, “is that it turns down the activity in the amygdala, the part of the brain that governs the fight-or-flight response.

People with PTSD tend to have a hyperactive amygdala. That’s why psychotherapy is so hard for people with PTSD. Anything that remotely comes reminds them of their trauma is interpreted as happening right now in the moment.

Really, what MDMA seems to be doing is enhancing the effectiveness of psychotherapy.”

MAPS is now entering into its third phase of clinical trials, which will include a larger pool of test subjects. The organization has stated that its goal is to get FDA approval of MDMA as a psychiatric prescription drug by 2021.

For Trish Graves, the experiences with MDMA have provided

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WINE

WORRIED ABOUT HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? Laura Ness

WINE SUCCESS George Troquato launches wine consulting service

to help amateur and professional winemakers alike.

Dream job Award-winning winemaker’s secrets

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Cinnabar wine at the Stomping Grounds in Gilroy since 2017.

“This is so much easier than hauling grapes up a narrow, winding road to the top of a mountain in Saratoga,” he admits.

He recently launched Troquato Creative Wine Consulting Services to help amateur and professional winemakers alike. He’s already garnering high praise.

Hamish Subramanian, a home winemaker since 2009, says Troquato’s advice helped him make better wines.

“He tasted all our wines and offered super-helpful tips,” says Subramanian. “Thanks to George, our bottled wines will be way better now than they would have been without him.”

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The Los Gatos native, who graduated in 1985 from Cal Poly with a degree in crop science, made the first five vintages of Testarossa, from 1994 to 1998.

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“Working with Tom Mudd (Cinnabar founder, who passed away in 2007), we were learning how heritage clones of cab and chard would do at our virgin site,” he says. “The weather was very different then, so ripening cabernet was challenging, given the rainfall and cooler climate. The market was also very different, with more demand for chardonnay.”

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BUT THEY’LL BE REPLACED WITH GOLF BUDDIES! 1843 S.F. 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath Ridgemark townhome 2 master bedroom suites 2 ½ bath. Inner court entry, new laminated water proof floors in kitchen, nook w/access to deck. Laundry room w/extra cabinets. New carpets thru out, Formal Dining Room, and sunken Living Room with fireplace.

1843 S.F. of living area, 2 car garage. You will love Ridgemark Golf and Country Club. Clubhouse with full amenities, full restaurant, bar and pro-shop, Meeting rooms, a resort at your fingertips. No area can compete with our weather conditions. SOLD “AS IS”…

Life will be more fun!

Asking: $445,800

Jose is passionate about helping clients achieve their real estate dreams and will work hard to make that happen for you.

Four Parcels Totaling 549+ Acres BREATHTAKING VIEWS ~ Nice & quiet land w/lots of possibilities. Enjoy sun on one side & beautiful trees on the other. Well water, electricity, old septic. Corrals, buildings, sheds, cabin (needs some TLC). Options for many uses. $975,000 Greenfield (831) 800-7341

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Step Inside and Be Pleasantly Surprised YOU CAN KEEP LOOKING ~ But this 3Br/2Ba is what you’ve been looking for— freshly updated & nothing left to do. Beautiful front & back yards. This home won’t last long!

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Spectacular Solar Powered Home GORGEOUS ~ 4Br/2.5Ba on large lot in cul-desac. Spacious LR for entertaining w/FP. Kitchen (open to dinette area & family room) w/granite, S/S & dining bar. Large master w/2 walk-ins.

Let This Home Be Yours! $679,600 Hollister (831) 245-0321

Open Saturday 1-4pm Listed by Tammy Davis (831) 801-3179 Open Sunday 1-4pm Hosted by Shannan Matthews (209) 410-8078 Spacious Del Curto built 4Br/2.5Ba home with custom touches throughout. Open kitchen with tons of cabinets, built-in desk and large island that flows into a large family room with a cozy fireplace. Central A/C, upstairs laundry, walk-in closets, wood blind window coverings, ceiling fans, water softener, reverse osmosis. Oversized driveway with a huge side yard for possible RV parking. Huge private backyard perfect for backyard barbecues and gatherings— maybe a pool is in your future? And for your pets—an extra large covered dog kennel. All located in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to Las Brisas Park.

1291 Manzanita Drive, Hollister Offered for $629,900

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