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Our experienced rehabilitation team is committed to providing outstanding results and excellent quality of care.

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Considering our mantra, “We can always improve upon the existing,” my tenure has bore witness to substantial growth in every way imaginable—what we cover, how we cover it, and the way we present it to you. The process reflects a development much like that of the maturation of a child to a successful adult, and we—the Style staff—have even referred to our magazine as “our baby.” There is, and will continue to be, great care that contributes to this beautiful, thoughtful piece of resourceful work that comes to life each month. Each month better than the previous, we hope you think anyway.

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Secondly, I applaud Megan Wiskus for her undying devotion and diligence each and every day to the betterment of Style. I literally could not have done my job without her. Next, the design team: Gary Zsigo, Aaron Roseli and David Norby, as well as staff photographer Dante Fontana—I thank them profusely for putting up with my annoying idiosyncrasies, which I know for a fact caused a number of deserved eye-rolls. I proudly acknowledge Debra Linn for her great job as a mother hen who always noticed and consoled my need for attention. Then there’s Joanne Kilmartin, who started about a year before I, and is certainly the best teller of jokes I know. I would put her in my pocket and take her with me if I could. Last but for sure not least, Terry Carroll and Wendy Sipple (aka the powers that be) have supported and guided me though thick and thin, and I would not be where I am today without their presence in my life.

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It’s tough getting the words to flow tonight.

I sit here now trying to contain my swirling thoughts in order to craft my final note to Style Magazine readers. Tear drop. It’s been nearly a decade and seems like just moments ago when I began this journey. It’s been fast, furious and fabulous.”

I am leaving my post with a feeling of awe at the strong sense of community that abounds and the plentiful passion for a full life that both our region and residents exude graciously. I also leave with a rich knowledge of all that surrounds me, and great gratitude for sharing your stories.

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Based on the Academy Award-winning film, Once tells of a Dublin street musician and a young woman whose unlikely connection turns out to be more complex than the average romance. With an impressive ensemble of actor/musicians who play their own instruments, there is real power in seeing the songs and story unfold live onstage. “Once is unusually fun & heartfelt musical theatre. The cast is on fire!� (New Yorker) THU, OCT 27; 7:30 pm (Art of Wine, 7 pm) FRI, OCT 28; 2 & 7:30 pm (Art of Wine, 7 pm) SAT, OCT 29; 2 & 7:30 pm(Art of Wine, 7 pm) Discount on Thursday Evening and Friday matinee single tickets

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Q&A Q: What advice would you give to your younger self?

A: If you want something done right, do it yourself.

Q: What comes to you naturally?

A: Being analytical.

Q: What’s your biggest pet peeve?

A: People who say “no worries” instead of “you’re welcome.”

Q: What are you most proud of?

A: My son.

Q: Favorite humanitarian cause?

A: Organizations that support search dogs, military and police dogs, and companion dogs.

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“I also love the people and the sense of doing good in the community.”

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a deep connection with books, writing and literature,” she shares. LeMoncheck also remains a strong advocate for the economic and cultural benefits that come from supporting the arts, and she and her team at EDAC have big plans for the coming months, including the groundbreaking exhibition Back to the Future: Fifty Years of Amazing Automotive Concept Art. The grand opening will take place October 1 at the historic Fausel House’s gallery in Placerville (for more information, visit eldoradoartscouncil.org). “The arts can help us understand ourselves, and each other,” LeMoncheck asserts, adding, “I’m just really honored to be working to support arts and culture in this county.”

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FAVORITES Author/writer: Ian McEwan Escape: My garden Guilty pleasure: Crossword puzzles Meal in town: Taco Tuesday at Hog Wild Barbecue Memory: Wedding day TV Show: House of Cards Musician/band: David Bowie Place to buy a gift, locally: The Bookery Local nonprofit: El Dorado Arts Council

Photos by Dante Fontana.

Terry LeMoncheck

Q: Best words of wisdom you’ve received?

A: “To thine own self be true.” (Of course I didn’t receive those words directly from the person I’m quoting.)

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n September 16 and 30, explore the inner artist in you at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church’s Mosaic Art Classes hosted from noon to 3 p.m. at 1001 Olsen Lane in El Dorado Hills. To sign up, call 916-993-1441...Get ready to add a new place to your Sunday routine—a new farmers’ market is making a home in the Fox Lot between El Dorado Savings Bank and Jack Russell Brewery on Main Street in Placerville...Congrats to Sanjeet Paluru of El Dorado Hills who earned medals at the U.S. Fencing Nationals and July Challenge held June 29 through July 8 in Dallas...El Dorado County Senior Day Care Services is hosting My Time and After 5 Club, free monthly support groups for those caring for a loved one with a chronic health condition such as Alzheimer’s, this month. Attend My Time on September 2 at the Placerville Senior Center from 1:30-3 p.m. or After 5 Club on September 14 from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Senior Day Care Center. For more details, visit edcgov.us/humanservices...In the “Oops, we’re only human” department, we apologize for mistakenly swapping the business names of our #2 and #3 winners in the Readers’ Choice Awards Round 1 “Favorite Doctor for Cosmetic Procedures” category.

Christa Clark, MD, is with Kaufman & Clark Plastic Surgery; and Sherellen Gerhart, MD, is with Dignity Medical Aesthetics...A big kudos to New Morning Youth and Family Services who was awarded $350,000 from the Unserved/Underserved Victim Advocacy and Outreach Program to support their service delivery to victims of crime within unserved/underserved and socially isolated populations. For more details about the shelter and their therapy services, visit newmorningyfs.org...Join American River Conservancy in removing trash and restoring health to the waterways of the Sierra Nevada on September 17 from 9 a.m. to noon. For more details, visit julie@arconservancy...The Foundations Plaza in Placerville is hosting a series of live music nights (2-5 p.m.) on September 3 and 17. Sponsored by the Historic Cary House, enjoy performers like bluegrass singer Keith Little and gypsy-inspired musician Jazz Gitan...On September 23, join Images of Hope at the Holy Trinity Parish in El Dorado Hills from 4-8 p.m. and focus on your mind, body and spirit; festivities include healthy food, educational presentations, oncology massages and more. For more info, visit eldoradocouncilarts.org...

Every Thursday through September 29, discover inspiration, support, instruction and a place where you can write or share work you’ve already written at “Openings: A Writing Workshop” taught by Wendy Patrice Williams. To register, visit eldoradoartscouncil.org...Two new businesses are opening soon at the El Dorado Hills Town Center: The Game Room Adventure Café (GRAC), the region’s first game café/escape room combination; and Blow Me Away, a luxury, blow dry bar that provides an array of beauty services and a private room available for group reservations...That’s all for now, but check back next month for Style’s inaugural Hops & Grapes feature.

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Rock & Roll Cowgirl Miss Me Rock Revival Blu Pepper Angie Wrangler 4110 Mother Lode Drive Shingle Springs 530-677-4891 • leesfeed.net

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s summer winds down, it’s time to hoop it up with the Placerville Recreation Department! The 2017 Youth Basketball program—provides a fun experience where sportsmanship and teamwork are emphasized. Players attend one practice and one game per week (held at El Dorado High School and neighboring schools; eight total games), January through mid-March. All divisions (except Junior) play on Saturdays. Schedules will be posted online at teamsideline.com/placerville.

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Pee Wee: Kindergarten or 5 years old Pee Wee: Grades-1-2 or 6-7 years old Biddy: Grades 3-4 or 8-9 years old Elementary: Grades 5-6 or 10-11 years old Junior: Grades 7-8 or 12-13 years old

As always, the program’s success depends on dedicated parent volunteers to coach more than 80 teams. If interested in volunteering as a coach or assistant coach, contact the Placerville Recreation Department. As a “thank you,” the head coach’s child will receive free program registration.

FORMAT Leagues generally consist of two halves.

Teams are placed into divisions (in an attempt to keep competition as equal as possible); the first half of the season is used to seed teams and, if necessary, teams will be realigned at the halfway point. With the conclusion of the second half of the season, winners of the Biddy League receive individual trophies, and all players in the Pee Wee leagues receive participation trophies.

Sign up for discounted “early bird registration” by September 22 at 4 p.m.; the deadline for standard registration is October 27 at 4 p.m.

—Julie Burnsides For more information about this program and others, visit cityofplacerville.org or call 530-642-5232.

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I’m hosting an event for 60-70 people and am not sure if anyone has dietary restrictions. What are the best dishes to serve to accommodate all of my guests?

A: When accommodating dietary restrictions, it’s always important to ask about serious food allergies—not just dietary preferences when planning your menu. A permitted professional, full-service caterer should be more than happy to accommodate special diets for guests and family. What’s more, there are very real liabilities involved should something awful occur, so make sure you’re prepared with the proper insurances. In other words, be ready for the worst-case scenario—plan ahead, ask on your invitations and RSVPs about serious food allergies, accommodate them, and make sure your caterer is in the loop fully…and fully insured.

—Andy Tannehill, Director of Operations Table Nectar & Organic Catering 6642 Merchandise Way, Suite 500, Diamond Springs 530-344-7613, tablenectar.com

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Are teeth whitening products effective on existing crowns or veneers?

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Way Back Bakery

art of the appeal of Way Back Bakery is in its name. Not only that it’s located way back off the street (tucked behind shops, through a lovely little garden), but also because its shabby chic, colorful décor and delectable baked goods—made from quality, fresh ingredients—takes you back to a time when things were simpler…and way more enjoyable. En-tering makes you feel like you’re stepping into Grandma’s kitchen, where you know you’ll be greeted with a smile and delicious treats. For three years now, Owner Alisa Smith has built a name for herself with her homemade cookies, muffins, custom cakes that are almost too pretty to eat, and unique variety of seasonal scones that sell out daily. These aren’t your crumbly, biscuit-like bricks some places produce; Smith’s scones are soft, fluffy and chewy on the inside with a perfectly golden crunch outside. Their newest flavor, a Lemon Rosemary Scone with Lavender Glaze, is simply divine. Breaking it open, you’ll see fresh rosemary flecked throughout and real lavender flowers atop. The brightly tart lemon pairs wonderfully with the earthy, herby rosemary, and both are rounded out with the floral sweetness of lavender glaze. Talk about a classic, timeless treat that takes you down memory lane. Way Back Bakery, 6211 Pleasant Valley Road, Unit C, El Dorado. 530-626-1900, waybackbakery.com.

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A: Teeth whitening is a very simple, easily available way to make teeth whiter and improve the look of your smile.

Crowns, veneers and even tooth-colored fillings do not lighten as much as natural teeth when whitening products are used, and in most cases don’t lighten at all. A simple consultation with your dentist can inform you which teeth will respond the most to whitening, how to use products safely, and warn you of dangerous whitening products that actually erode your teeth and irritate gums. They can also help you learn to use whitening products to lighten natural tooth surfaces that have not become darker than your dental restorations placed many years ago.

—Ryan Easterbrook, DDS 493 Main Street, Suite C Diamond Springs 530-626-5810 ryaneasterbrookdds.com

Foodie Find photos by Dante Fontana. Basketball illustration © vedvid_arts/Fotilia.com.

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the10 spot Local B&Bs Forget flying or sitting in traffic as you journey to your next getaway. Our area is brimming with both rustic and elegant inns to get some R&R—and a tasty breakfast to boot. What’s more, many are sited near activities like wine tasting and hiking, or offer onsite amenities like a pool and spa services.

The Villas at Arden Hills, Sacramento,

ardenhills.club/the-villas. Luxurious, elegantly designed rooms featuring in-room therapeutic tubs, afternoon tea and tasty apps; full resort access Gold Hill Gardens, Newcastle, goldhillgardens. com. Thirty-three-acre estate surrounded by lush gardens, a koi pond and pool with an outdoor kitchen; modern rooms with private baths Eden Vale Inn, Placerville, edenvaleinn.com.

Luxurious, tranquil property surrounded by landscaped gardens and a pond; in-room fireplaces and soaking tubs on private decks Flower Farm Inn, Loomis, flowerfarminn.com.

Restored 1905 farmhouse and cottage furnishings with delightful antiques; onsite café, vegetable and flower gardens Bella Vista Bed and Breakfast Inn,

Placerville, bellavistainc.net. Lush gardens, views of the Coloma/Lotus Valley and American River; stylish and uniquely appointed rooms Power’s Mansion Inn, Auburn,

powersmansioninn.com. Victorian B&B whose rooms are filled with period antiques and either claw-foot or Jacuzzi tubs

CPCSD photo © Rachel Cameron Photography.

Villa Florentina, Coloma, villaflorentina.net.

Luxurious inn featuring contemporary rooms with sweeping views of the Coloma Valley and olive orchard The Davies Family Inn at ShadowRidge Ranch, Placerville,

thedaviesfamilyinn.com. Mid-1800s log cabin homestead with rustic elegance; rooms are furnished with modern amenities Park Winters, Winters, parkwinters.com. Modern

rooms furnished with antique furniture from around the world in a relaxing and upscale ambiance; onsite pool The Cottage at Perry Creek, Fair Play,

eldoradowineryvacationrentals.com. Wine country and Sierra-inspired décor; easy access to Apple Hill and wine tasting — Megan Wiskus

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on’t miss the Cameron Park Country Fest at Christa McAuliffe Park on September 10 from 3-8 p.m. featuring music by Robby James and the Streets of Bakersfield and the Kenny Frye Band, a BBQ competition, fun zones, vendors, food and more.

Cameron Park residents are invited to clean out junk from their garage, or get rid of unwanted yard clippings a n d t re e t r i m m i n g s at a Clean-Up Day on September 17 in the Camerado Springs Middle School parking lot from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Cameron Park Fire Explorers and Snowline Hospice will be onsite. No commercial waste, oil, batteries, tires, rocks, dirt/ concrete, large appliances or hazardous waste; donations accepted.

S e l l yo u r tre a s u re s o r hunt for new ones at the Community Yard Sale and Mommy Market (& Daddy Too!) on September 17 at the Cameron Park Community Center from 8 a.m. to noon.

Sign your little ones up for baby ballet, hula, taekwondo, gymnastics, tennis lessons or Soccer Tot (ages 3-5). There’s still time to register for NFL Flag Youth Football; games are on Saturday afternoons for grades 2-8, and each player receives an NFL football team jersey and flags.

For teens and adults, classical guitar, ukulele, yoga, Zumba, ballroom dance, beginning computer classes and much more are available.

The Master Gardeners present “Putting Your Garden to Bed” on September 14 from 9 a.m. to noon. For more details, call 530-621-5512.

Mature adults are invited to the 50+ Room on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for games like Mexican train, pinochle, hand and foot, or cribbage. A Senior Nutrition Lunch program takes place Mondays and Fridays at the Community Center from noon to 12:30 p.m.; suggested donation of $3. Game Day on September 27 at 10 a.m. promises to be a fun time. Classes like Tai Chi for Better Balance, Chair Yoga and Medicare 101 are also available.

Looking for a place to hold an event or a holiday party? Check out the Community Center!

— Tina Helm

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For a complete listing of programs and events, visit cameronpark.org or call 530677-2231.

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HITLIST •COMPILED BY STYLE STAFFERS• DRY RUBBED ANCHO CRUSTED RIB EYE AT THE INDEPENDENT

Steak-Inspired Dishes In no particular order...

“Served with house-made chimichurri, the Dry Rubbed Ancho Crusted Rib Eye at The Independent is always tender—and a table favorite. Served with seasonal veggies and your choice of side (I recommend the Salt Baked Potato), the flavors blend together perfectly. independentplacerville.com

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“When I get a craving for comfort f o o d , I h ave to g e t t h e Beef Stroganoff at Euro Bistro. The sauce is hearty and flavorful, the slow-cooked meat perfectly tender, and accompanying d u m p l i n g s d o u g hy a n d d e l i c i o u s .” facebook.com/eurobistro15

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“The 50-1-50 Sliders at Sienna Restaurant will leave you drooling for more after the first bite. Kobe beef is topped with smoked bacon, cheese and dressing. It melts in your mouth until the very last bite.” siennarestaurants.com

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“For a tasty sub, the Steak Sandwich (a lunch special) at Poor Red’s BarB-Q is my go-to choice. A French roll is toasted, buttered and stuffed to the gills with delicious smoky-barbecued steak, crispy onions and mayo. Talk about a palate pleaser!” poorreds.com

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“Never have I ever had a bowl of greens as tasty as the Beef Tenderloin Salad at Smith Flat House Cellar and Grill. Chilled baby field greens are topped with house-made pickled vegetables, Humboldt fog cheese, toasted almonds and—the star of the plate—grilled beef tenderloin medallions. It’s fresh, filling and memorable.” smithflathouse.com

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750

Weight, in pounds, of some of the monthly gold dust shipments (worth $200,000) transported by the Auburn Wells Fargo branch—run then by agent John Quincy Jackson—back in the early 1850s. It wasn’t an easy job, and with the amount of valuables coming through the branch, it wasn’t the safest job either; some say Jackson’s best security guard was his 120-pound bullmastiff Jack.

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The number of handwritten letters sent by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) to active service members. Officially tabulated on June 18, the tally set a Guinness World Record for “most letters to military personnel collected in one month”—and was more than 10 times the amount of letters needed to set the record. The El Dorado Chapter of the DAR in Placerville helped to collect letters from friends, family and community members, and even wrote personal letters.

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Number of contestants competing in this month’s World Gold Panning Championship from September 11-18 in El Dorado County. The competitors come from over 20 countries; last year’s championships were held in Navelgas, Spain, and now gold fever will once again return to Placerville—168 years after the first Gold Rush…now with less fist-fights and much better food.

FOR MORE FACTS & FIGURES, VISIT STYLEEDC.COM.

BY SAMUEL MAILEY

From September 11-18, the 40th annual World Gold Panning Championship will tap into El Dorado County’s mineralrich history—attracting hundreds of gold panners from around the country and world.

Panners are timed as they pan 5-12 pieces of gold out of individual buckets of gravel, the best time advancing to the next heat until the final 30 competitors face off in finals for the title.

The weeklong tournament is much more than just that, though—a competitive grape stomp, live music and more will accompany the main attraction. Spectators are welcome

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to attend, and coordinators are prepared to ensure all guests enjoy their visit. “With so many activities planned during El Dorado Gold Week, we are doing our best to take good care of our international guests, as well as out-oftowners, day visitors and the local community,” explains Executive Director of Tourism at El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce, Jody Franklin. Spectator admission and entertainment are free, except to see headliner bands September 16 ($15 pre-pay and $20 at the door) and on September 17 ($5 at the door after 5 p.m.). For more info, visit eldorado2016.com. •

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Heyday Café Favorite Overall Restaurant & Favorite Salad

Featuring fresh California cuisine and a fantastic wine list.

Lunch 11 a.m. 7 days a week • Dinner 5 p.m. Tues. through Sun. 325 Main Street, Placerville 530-626-9700 • heydaycafe.com

The Independent Restaurant and Bar American Fusion Cuisine & Craft Cocktails Sunday Brunch 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Lunch & Dinner served 7 days a week 629 Main Street, Ste.102, Placerville 530-344-7645 • independentplacerville.com

Cascada Restaurante & Cantina Favorite Mexican Restaurant & Cocktails

Serving an eclectic mix of Mexican favorites and California fresh cuisine. Open 7 days a week. Full Bar. 384 Main Street, Placerville 530-344-7757 • cascadaonmainstreet.com

Love Birds Coffee & Tea Co. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Friday Sept. 30th at 5:30pm

House made Italian specialties & pastries for breakfast & lunch Open: M-F 7am-2pm, Sat-Sun 8am-4pm • Call for catering info 2021 Smith Flat Road, Placerville 530-300-9891 • LoveBirdsCoffeeAndTea.com

Bricks Eats & Drinks Favorite Overall Restaurant

Happy Hour - Monday-Thursday, 3-6 p.m.

Serving Lunch And Dinner 7 Days A Week 482 Main Street, Placerville 530-303-3480

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MARSHALL WOMEN’S HEALTH AND WELLNESS EXPO AND 5K Marshall Medical Center is delivering a day of fun and fitness to the El Dorado Hills Town Center. Activities include a 5K walk/run at 8 a.m. followed by health screenings for blood pressure, blood glucose, core strength and flexibility, and pulmonary function. Proceeds benefit Marshall Foundation for Community Health’s Obesity Prevention Fund. marshallmedical.org

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MORE CHILI COOK-OFF AND CAR SHOW

Don’t miss this 16th annual event presented by Mother Lode Rehabilitation Enterprises (MORE). Kicking of at 10 a.m. at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville, enjoy live music, adult beverages, food, cars and artwork from the Something MORE Art Gallery. morerehab.org

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OUT OF THIS WORLD Audiences of all ages are welcome to explore space and the future with Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey at this intergalactic spectacle. Sit back and be amazed at the physics-defying acrobats, exotic creatures, daredevils and more! Shows take place at Sleep Train Arena, and show times vary. ringling.com

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AMERICAN RIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL

Don’t miss out on four days of live music and art, swimming, massages, an artisan merchandise walk, freshly prepared food, beer, wine and more at Lotus Park. Various ticket and camping packages are available. americanrivermusic.org

Celebrate your gold country roots at this lighthearted, homestyle and family-friendly festival (from 3-8 p.m.) sponsored by the Cameron Park CSD and the Cameron Park Community Foundation. Enjoy live music, an amateur BBQ competition, kids’ zone, vendors, food and drink. 530-677-2231

10 KACIE’S RIDE FOR HOPE

Head to Main Street in Downtown Placerville at 8 a.m. for a motorcycle ride that takes you on a beautiful cruise through Hope Valley and Diamond Springs. After, enjoy a barbecue, live music and raffle prizes.

Proceeds benefit The Center for ViolenceFree Relationships. kaciesrideforhope.com

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From 5:30-7 p.m., watch as participating nations in the World Gold Panning Championship march down Placerville’s Main Street and participate in the opening ceremonies at the Bell Tower. Admission to this kick-off event to El Dorado County Gold Week is free. eldorado2016.com

17 PLACERVILLE OKTOBERFEST

Enjoy beer, wiener dog races, polka dances and Bavarian dance demos, German cuisine (strudel, sauerkraut, etc.) and more—all along Placerville’s Main Street from 3-8 p.m.

Admission is free. placerville-downtown.org

17 COUNTRY WESTERN UNIVERSAL PEACE DANCE

LEARN TO SQUARE DANCE Exercise your body as well as your brain at Main Street Strollers’ beginning square dance lessons every Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m. in the IOOF Hall (467 Main Street) in Placerville. First two lessons are free. mainstreetstrollers@gmail.com.

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In commemoration of International Peace Day, the Odd Fellows Hall in Placerville is hosting an evening of dance, peace and costume fun where couples and line dancers can groove the night away on a spring-loaded, wooden floor. All profits and donations will go to World Food Program. universalpeace1@aol.com

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Don’t miss Style Magazine’s 11th anniversary of their free, family-friendly expo. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Folsom Community Center, enjoy bounce houses, raffle giveaways, live performances and demonstrations, vendors and free admission to the Folsom Zoo with a wristband from the event. facebook.com/folsomfamilyexpo

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Make your way down to Placerville’s Main Street from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the ultimate antiquing experience, featuring a wide variety of antiques, collectibles, food and refreshments. placerville-downtown.org

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MORE EVENTS September 1 & 8 – Live on the Boulevard. Grab your blankets and chairs and head down to the El Dorado Hills Town Center from 6:308:30 p.m. to listen to local favorites such as Petty Theft and Local Symphony at this festival-style concert series. edhtowncenter.com September 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 – Youth Executive League. Local high school students are invited to be a part of this group of volunteers that helps plan and host events benefiting the El Dorado Hills Library and the Oak Ridge High School Library. Meetings take place every Thursday from 3:30-5 p.m. at the El Dorado Hills Library. eldoradolibrary.org September 5 – Labor Day at the Pool. Spend your Labor Day (1-5 p.m.) at the Cameron Park Community Pool for only $1, along with $1 food, $1 drinks and free games and prizes; all ages welcome. 530677-2231 September 8 – ArtMix: Crocker-Con. Bust out your cape and tights and get ready for your chance to meet local comic book artists and writers, check out dozens of vendor booths, enjoy out-of-this-world live performances, sample the work of independent game designers, and join in the first-ever jam comics session at the Crocker Art Museum. crockerartmuseum.org September 10 – Saturday Night in the Park. The El Dorado Hills Community Services District invites you to join them at the El Dorado Hills CSD Community Park at 7 p.m. to enjoy food and activities while jamming to the last performance of the season. edhcsd.org September 11 – St. Stephen’s Church’s Dog Wash. Spoil your furry friend with a top-notch bath at St. Stephen’s Church (1001 Olson Lane) in El Dorado Hills between noon and 3 p.m. Proceeds will benefit cats and dogs at Foothills Dog Rescue. sslcedh.org September 17 – Bistro 33 Dance Party. Lace up your dancing shoes and head down to the Steven Young Amphitheater at the El Dorado Hills Town Center where Bistro 33 will host the grand finale of their Summer Dance Party series featuring Hip Service from 8-11 p.m. edh. bistro33.com September 17 – Cameron Park Clean-Up Day Partnering with El Dorado Disposal. Got junk in your garage and waste in your yard?

Between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., bring it down to the Camerado Springs Middle School parking lot and properly dispose of it free of charge; open to Cameron Park residents only. 530-677-2231 September 17 – Cameron Park Community Yard Sale. Clean out your garage, attic and closets, and make some extra money at this community yard sale held at the Cameron Park Community Center from 8 a.m. to noon. If you’re not selling, then shop the participating vendors for hidden treasures at unbeatable prices. 530-677-2231 September 17 – Mommy Market (& Daddy Too). From 8 a.m. to noon, browse through new or gently used children’s clothes, toys and furniture, or become a “mommy/daddy” vendor and sell your gently used items. 530-677-2231 September 24-25 – ScholarShare Children’s Book Festival. Join Fairytale Town for the largest early childhood literacy event in the Sacramento region. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., enjoy back-to-back readings and presentations from authors and illustrators on the Mother Goose Stage, then purchase your favorite story at the Time Tested Books booth. fairytaletown.org

SAVE THE DATE! October 15 – It’s All About EqWINE. Satisfy your wine cravings with All About Equine’s fifth annual wine tasting event where guests will enjoy a night of delicious California bottles, music and live and silent auctions. All proceeds benefit AAE’s horse rehabilitation efforts.

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outtakes Cowboys and Cornbread July 17 / El Dorado County Fair and Event Center, Placerville Organized by the El Dorado County Fair A ssociation , El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce and El Dorado County Visitors Authority, this day-long celebration of Western living and oldfashioned fun opened its gates to over 2,000 fairgoers who enjoyed partaking in Pee Wee Rodeo’s hay bucking and stick horse racing, Home Depot’s make-andtake projects, a kiddie corral, pony rides, face painting and a chili cook-off run by Mother Lode Rehabilitation Enterprises.

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Rock Generation Kids’ Show July 17 / California State Fair, Cal Expo Rock Generation set the stage for young performers from Folsom, El Dorado Hills and Roseville to sing and dance to rock ‘n’ roll before a captivated crowd at the California State Fair.

1. Olivia Kaempf 2. Justin Damron 3. Laura Grenke, Katy Moran and Angelica Ramos 4. Rachel Phillips, Leah Eastman, Shohini Chakraborty and Marcella Garcia 5. Katy Moran and Holly Grenke Photos by Fletch

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Dancin’ in the Street July 16 / Main Street, Placerville With their dancing shoes laced up, over 500 attendees at this free community dance festival—promoting dance, health, fitness and fun—were not only dazzled by the lively choreography from local dance groups, including Bellyfit Sierra Foothills, Salsa Dorado, Jammin’ Dance and Fitness and Main Street Strollers, but also took advantage of the chance to groove to their own beat with live music provided by the Garage Openers.

1. EDAC Director of Operations and Outreach Alisyn Gularte with her mom Lara Gularte 2. Bellyfit Sierra Foothills’ Jan Lowry and Jammin’ Dance and Fitness’s Kay Lenhart 3. Alex White, Ally Isenhour, Olivea Flichinger-Renzi, Anthony Isenhour and Alexa Flichinger-Renzi 4. Sarpika Global Tribal Dance’s Karen Trowbridge, Cindy Dvoracek, Jean Vrechek and Lisa Hlayay 5. Lynn Salsbury, Laura Hebern, Brad Penner, Bill Ousley and Michael Frenn of Old Hangtown Beer Works 6. Joanie Clayton, Dick Clayton and Linda Pietraczyk Photos by Caitlin Thompson and Ruth Thompson

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war and peace Band of Brothers

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body gets in their own way. Further, war and peace can be looked at internally as we cleanse, heal and grow from within.

HLB: How would you describe your sound.

TW: Indietronica—indie rock with electronic elements. We cover a lot of ground musically, but many of the songs [have a] dance-infused indie [sound].

NW: I believe our music to be in line with this global and spiritual consciousness that’s uprising.

MC: Electric surf-rock. We all enjoy the same music, so our influences are back to the roots of the classics.

HLB: Tell us about your debut album.

TW: Our self-titled album will be released this month. It’s completely from the heart, no pretension. It’s set to an original sound that we’ve developed featuring solid and memorable foundations but pushes tonal exploration with electronic textures.

NW: We put consideration into what serves the songs to their utmost potential, without overcooking them, ensuring to pre-serve their initial raw energy while allowing the band’s talents to fuse together and evolve with an experimental cohesiveness. It’s a beautiful album.

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he best things in life often come organically, as it has for Weldon brothers Teo (vocals and rhythm guitar) and Nate (vocals and keyboard).

Artists their entire lives, the pair began collaborating musically and soon met Michael Christofferson (lead guitar and drums) and Stephen Geller (electronic drums) and—serendipitously—War and Peace began. “With the foundation of Teo’s great compositions and the chemistry and incredible talent these new mates brought to the picture, we found ourselves expanding to new horizons and challenging our own strengths and weaknesses,” Nate shares. “You could say it felt like destiny—chapter one.”

HLB: How did the band take off?

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years. I began working out how to play them live with my brother and soon after, met Stephen and Michael. The sound just came together like magic.

NW: I was working on building a studio conducive to creativity and production— an artist retreat if you will—and being just uptown of Placerville, couldn’t help being drawn to the wealth of talented musicians.

HLB: What’s the meaning behind the name “War and Peace”?

TW: The internal war and peace encountered in my life and [that I] see in the lives of others. In no way do we endorse war, but it’s a reality we’re faced with—the dark side of life alongside the peaceful and happy. There’s also war and peace within the music itself—heavy tension building and finding release on a harmonic level.

NW: War and Peace are dualities every-

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Photo by Dante Fontana.

L to R: Stephen Geller, Teo Weldon, Nate Weldon and Michael Christofferson

HLB: What are your goals for the future?

TW: We’re very open to what the future holds. It’s exciting when you feel like you’re part of something way bigger than the sum of its parts.

NW: To tour the world. We didn’t make this come to life for ourselves (though we do have a lot of fun)—we made it for you!

MC: Start a secluded recording studio of our own and get people out of their comfort zone musically. It’s easy to stick with the same routine, but it’s liberating to branch out, seeing different perspectives of music and creativity.

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n 1979, the National Alliance on Mental Health began as a small, living roombased support group for a few parents of adult children living with mental illness. It morphed into a nonprofit with hundreds of affiliate and state groups and is currently the largest advocate for mental health policy change in the U.S. “NAMI helped put together a class named “NAMI Family-to-Family” that has been taught to over 350,000 people a c ro s s t h e U . S . and a couple other countries,” says Jeanne Nelson, a leader for NAMI El Dorado County. “It’s designed for family members who have a loved one with mental illness, not the loved one themselves.”

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bipolar disorder, OCD, anxiety, PTSD and schizophrenia come in for six consecutive Saturday lessons. “It’s instruction-based, but we have tons of group exercises and interactions,” says Nelson. “We’re guiding people to really get inside the head of what it feels like to have a chronic mental

illness so that there is significant empathy.”

Nelson and her husband teach the course in South Lake Tahoe once a year. In Placerville, the six-week course is offered semi-annually. Both locations also offer well-attended monthly support groups.

Nelson remembers well the first time she attended a NAMI group in Palo Alto. It had been a long road to find support and care, both for herself and her son.

“He was on the honor role in high school,” she says of her son. “He had his own band. He was athletic and had a lot of friends,” but in his early twenties, he started to withdraw from his friends, was uncertain about choosing a major and became increasingly paranoid. “He went on to lose 30 pounds, and he was already this fit, trim kid, so it really showed. He thought his food was being poisoned.”

A difficult year would pass, with the misdiagnosis of psychosis, due to cannabis, causing his increasingly challenging paranoia to expand to near life-threatening consequences. It wasn’t until her son went into rehab that someone would discover the true issue. “Twenty hours into this Southern California rehabilitation place, we get a phone call that says, ‘You need to come pick him up.

We think your son has schizophrenia,’” remembers Nelson. Eventually, her son received the care he needed. “He got into the number one NAMI-voted hospital for best care in California (El Camino Hospital in Mountain View); we were really lucky because that’s where his healing began.”

Discovering a NAMI support group, hearing other families’ stories and finding out how common these issues are inspired the Nelsons to get involved. Her husband now teaches Crisis Intervention Training (de-escalation techniques for dealing with someone currently experiencing a mental health crisis) to the CHP. They also offer educational outreach to nearby schools, colleges, churches and companies, man the warm hotline that receives a dozen calls a month from families in crisis, and take part in greater movements like bringing more types of psychiatric medications to pharmacies and insurance plans.

Nelson’s dream is greater compassion and more open communication. “Every single person on this planet has an obligation to learn about mental health to fight stigma,” she says.

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World Gold Panning Championship Comes to Coloma

by Jerrie Beard National Gold Panning Championships in 1994 and again in 1997. The competitions were hosted by California State Parks, the Gold Discovery Park Association (the nonprofit for MGDSHP), and supported by local and corporate sponsorships.

In 1994, Rosanne McHenry—then supervising ranger at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park—traveled to the World Gold Panning Championship in Austria to petition to bring the world event to Coloma in 1998, as part of El Dorado County’s Sesquicentennial Celebration. Once the championships we r e s e c u r e d , p a r k s t a f f w o r k e d with loc al gold panning groups to organize the event and with a county committee to incorporate festivities into the Sesquicentennial. Among the many businesses providing funding for the events was Intel, which pledged $10,000 to support various activities in the park including the championships, Gold Rush Days, Christmas in Coloma,

and Gold Discovery Day. According to the August 24, 1998, edition of the Mountain D emocrat, the championships were par t of a larger event, which included music, entertainment, living history demonstrations, a wagon train and gold panning lessons. In addition to being able to keep the gold found during the competition, competitors received a p e r s o n a l i ze d c o py o f a n 1 8 5 0 s mining claim, a souvenir participation cer tificate and a keepsake. The festivities also included an international gold symposium featuring experts on gold and noted authors of books on the discovery of gold.

Approximately 500 panners hailing from 20 countries participated in the event, as 20,000 spectators looked on.

The banks of the American River once again echoed with voices and languages f rom all ove r th e globe . Two loc al participants, Alan Watson of Camino and Joyce Schickling of El Dorado, were chosen as the best gold-panning contestants in the U.S.

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eldorado2016.com Sources: Mountain Democrat: September 9, 1994; July 4, 1997; October 8, 1997; December 1, 1997; August 24 , 1998; January 4 , 1999; June 7, 1999 worldgoldpanningassociation.com eldorado2016.com/championships

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istor y will repeat it self in El Dorado County from September 11-18, as the world rushes in for the 201 6 World G old Panning Championship. Gold isn’t only a part of El Dorado County’s past, but a part of its present and future, too.

This will be the second time the World Gold Panning Championship has come to El Dorado County. The first showing was September 28-October 4, 1998, and was part of a three-year Sesquicentennial Celebration marking the 150th anniversary of the discovery of gold in Coloma.

Gold panning, which drew tens of thousands of would-be miners from all over the world to California in the mid1800s, is now considered a sport in many parts of the world.

The World Gold Panning Championship began in 1977 in Finland. Today, participants from over 20 countries compete against one another in a competition of time and quantity. Each competitor is timed as they pan through 22-44 pounds of sand that hides 5-12 tiny pieces of gold. Times are adjusted based on the amount of gold found. In the early years, the competitions were held only in Finland. In 1981, the World Gold Panning Association was formed, made up of members from the competing countries, and the annual competition was held each year in a different member country.

Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park (MGDSHP) played host to the U.S.

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homedesign bold statement when filled with colorful foliage or bare branches (try birch). Don’t forget the door—simply hang a homemade wreath with dried pomegranates for a look that transitions easily into winter.

5 / The New Fall-Inspired Table Kick off the beginning of the holiday entertaining season with a new, fallinspired tablescape. Table linens in natural fabrics like linen and burlap are perfect replacements for summer’s airy tabletop linens. Pair patterned dishware with metallic accessories for a bold accent

harvest your décor 5 Ways to Welcome Fall

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he dog days of summer are slowly coming to a close, and here at Kerrie Kelly Design Lab we’re counting down the days to when the region’s tree-lined streets are golden and pumpkin spice lattes are back on the coffeehouse menu. While we’re not hanging up our swimsuits just yet, September is the perfect time to start gradually transitioning your home. From cable knit throws and seasonal prints to autumn accessories, here are a few easy ways to prepare your home for fall.

1 / Warm Palettes and Prints Nothing inspires us more than a sundrenched space. If your room gets great natural light, use it! Frame your windows with curtains that you can draw should the space get too bright, and choose a fanciful overhead light like a chandelier if your office is go-getter-glam, a table lamp perched on your desk, or a floor lamp in the corner to highlight your accolades on the wall.

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2 / Cozy Textures We love sweater weather for so many reasons, especially for adding texture.

Switch out lighter coverings for heavier ones, like a faux fur or nubby throw slung over an ottoman or bed. Cable knit isn’t limited to fashion, either—a few cable knit pillows are a cozy addition to any seating area.

3 / Autumn Accessories Accessories are an easy way to usher in a new season for every room. Switch out airy, beachy décor with nature-inspired art, deep-hued accessories and plush drapery. Full-bodied fragranced c a n d l e s co m p l e m e n t a ny mantelpiece with a warm glow and spicy scent. Replace brightly colored summer vases with ones that feature bronze or metallic accents.

4 / Outside In Use the season’s harvest to signal fall inside.

We love filling our favorite wooden bowls with rusty red apples and golden pears.

An oversized vessel or vase—like a vintage market find or an umbrella stand—makes a

that dresses up any table for the holidays.

Tired of gourd-inspired centerpieces? Try clustering a few potted herb plants for a simple centerpiece.

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How do you prepare your home for fall? Email us at info@stylemg.com and let us know!

Kerrie L. Kelly is an award-winning interior designer, author and multimedia consultant. She has authored two books: ‘Home Décor: A Sunset Design Guide,’ published by Oxmoor House, and ‘My Interior Design Kit,’ with Pearson Professional and Career Education.

To contact her, visit kerriekelly.com or call 916-706-2089.

Top and left photos courtesy of KKDL. Right photo courtesy of Cat Alves. Headshot of Kerrie by Donte Fontana.

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Favorite Performing Arts Organization

Favorite Auto Body Shop

1. Imagination Theater

and Frame

2. El Dorado Musical Theatre

2. Placerville Body Shop Inc.

3. Studio 81

3. Hangtown Body Shop

1. Steve Stymeist Auto Body

Favorite Auto Repair Place 1. Automotive Excellence Auto Repair 2. The Toy Tech 3. Spidell Automotive

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Favorite Car Dealer 1. Thompsons Toyota 2. Shingle Springs Subaru 3. Wells Auto Sales Inc.

Favorite Car Wash Place 1. Splasherville Express Carwash and Lube 2. Car-izma Auto Spa 3. Suds Car Wash and Detail

Favorite Oil Change Place 1. Thompsons Auto and Truck Center 2. Spidell Automotive 3. The Toy Tech

Favorite Smog Shop 1. GS Smog Inc and Repair 2. Automotive Excellence Auto Repair 3. Cameron Park Automotive

Favorite Used Car Dealer

Favorite Performing Arts Organization

1. Thompsons Auto and

Imagination Theater

Truck Center 2. Wells Auto Sales Inc. 3. Deruelle’s Auto Sales

DRINK Favorite Bar 1. Poor Red’s Bar-B-Q 2. Bricks Eats and Drinks 3. Durangos Bar and Grill A VERY CLOSE #4: Wally’s Pizza Bar

Favorite Brewery/ Brewhouse 1. Jack Russell Farm Brewery 2. Placerville Brewing Company 3. Gold Hill Vineyard and Brewery

Favorite Cocktail Place 1. The Independent Restaurant and Bar 2. Cascada Restaurante and Cantina 3. Wally’s Pizza Bar

Favorite Happy Hour Place 1. Placerville Brewing Company

Favorite Brewery/Brewhouse Jack Russell Farm Brewery

2. Bricks Eats and Drinks 3. Casa Ramos

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Favorite Non-Chain Coffee/Tea Place

Favorite Caterer

1. The Bean Barn

Organic Catering

2. Caffé Santoro

2. Diane Wilkinson Catering

3. The Main Street Buzz Coffee

3. Beth Sogaard Catering

House and Café

1. Table Nectar | Local and

Favorite Sports Bar

Favorite Chinese Restaurant

1. PJ’s Roadhouse

1. China City Restaurant

2. Wally’s Pizza Bar

2. Hong Kong Inn

3. 36 Handles Restaurant

3. Diamond Chinese Restaurant

and Pub

Favorite Wine Bar

Favorite Deli 1. Gularte’s Diamond Deli and Pizza

1. Heyday Café

2. Main Street Melters

2. The Wine Smith

3. Archer’s Butcher Block

3. H.ART Lounge

FOOD Favorite Bakery 1. Sweetie Pie’s Restaurant

Favorite Grocery Store 1. Fork Lift by Nugget Markets 2. Raley’s 3. Safeway

2. Frank Vilt’s Cakes

Favorite Health Food/ Nutrition Shop

3. Farmer’s Delicatessen

1. Placerville Natural Foods Co-Op

and Bakery

2. Max Muscle

A VERY CLOSE #4:

3. Cameron Park Health Foods

and Bakery

Way Back Bakery

Favorite BBQ Place

Favorite Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt Place

1. Hog Wild Bar-B-Que

1. Whistle Stop Yogurt

and Catering

2. Zia’s Italian Caffe and Gelato Bar

2. Back Forty Texas BBQ

3. Urban Yogurt Inc.

3. Sierra Smokehouse BBQ

Favorite Breakfast Place

1. India House 2. Curry Club Indian Bistro

and Bakery

3. Ruchi Indian Cuisine

3. Diamond Springs Hotel

Favorite Brunch Place 1. The Independent Restaurant and Bar

Favorite Italian Restaurant 1. Papa Gianni’s Ristorante 2. Visconti’s Ristorante 3. Wally’s Pizza Bar

and Bakery

Favorite Mexican Restaurant

3. Buttercup Pantry Restaurant

1. Cascada Restaurante

2. Sweetie Pie’s Restaurant

Favorite Casual Restaurant 1. Bricks Eats and Drinks 2. Wally’s Pizza Bar

and Cantina 2. Casa Ramos 3. Colina De Oro

A VERY CLOSE #4:

Favorite Middle Eastern Restaurant

Buttercup Pantry Restaurant

1. Thai Unique

3. Heyday Café

2. Bamiyan Afghan Restaurant 3. Farmer’s Delicatessen and Bakery

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Sweetie Pie’s Restaurant and Bakery

Favorite Indian Restaurant

1. Sweetie Pie’s Restaurant 2. Train Station Coffee Shop

Favorite Breakfast Place

Favorite Brunch Place

The Independent Restaurant and Bar

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Favorite Non-Chain Burger and Fries Joint

Favorite Steakhouse

1. Old Town Grill

2. Fifty Grand Steakhouse

2. Bones Roadhouse

3. The Snooty Frog

3. Tom’s Burger and Frosty

Favorite Outdoor Dining

Favorite Sushi/Japanese Restaurant

1. Smith Flat House Cellar

1. Amerikan Ichi Sushi

and Grill

2. Sky Sushi

2. The Independent Restaurant

3. Kobe Sushi and Fusion

and Bar

A VERY CLOSE #4:

3. Placerville Brewing Company

Shilla Teriyaki and Sushi Bar

Favorite Overall Restaurant

Favorite Takeout

1. The Independent Restaurant

1. Allez!

and Bar

2. Wally’s Pizza Bar

2. Bricks Eats and Drinks

3. Z Pie

3. Heyday Café A VERY CLOSE #4:

Favorite Thai Restaurant

Wally’s Pizza Bar

1. Thai Unique

Favorite Pizza Place 1. Wally’s Pizza Bar 2. Pizza Bene!

3. Danette’s Brick Oven Pub

Favorite Place for Vegetarian Food

Favorite Carpet Cleaning Service Carter’s Carpet Restoration

3. Chantara Thai Cuisine

HOME AND FINANCE Favorite Carpet Cleaning Service 1. Carter’s Carpet Restoration 2. Hadley’s ProClean

2. Z Pie

3. Foothills Steam Way Carpet

3. Crystal Basin Bistro

and Upholstery Cleaning

Favorite Place to Grab a Salad

Favorite Credit Union

1. Heyday Café

2. Golden1 Credit Union

2. Wally’s Pizza Bar

3. Sierra Central Credit Union

Favorite Produce Department 1. Raley’s 2. Fork Lift by Nugget Markets 3. Nugget Markets

Favorite Romantic Restaurant 1. Café Mahjaic

1. Schools Financial Credit Union

Favorite Dry Cleaners 1. 49ers Cleaners 2. Classic Cleaners 3. Fresh Cleaners

Favorite Electrician 1. T and M Electric 2. Carnahan Electric, LTD 3. Ethridge Electric

3. Smith Flat House Cellar

Favorite Family Photographer

and Grill

1. Lisa Richmond Photography

2. Taste Restaurant and Wine Bar

Favorite Seafood Restaurant Molly Erin Designs

2. Thai Basil Restaurant

1. Cozmic Café

3. Z Pie

Favorite Interior Design

1. Henry’s Steakhouse

2. Snowline Photography 3. Floyd Family Photography

1. Powell’s Steamer Co. and Pub

Favorite Handyman

2. The Snooty Frog

1. Rex Calhoun Construction Co.

3. Fernando’s Costa del Sol

2. Scotts All Around Maintenance

Restaurant

3. Ron Thomas

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businesses Favorite Home Remodeler

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1. Valley Home Construction

Favorite Senior Living Center

2. Rex Calhoun Construction Co.

1. Eskaton Village Placerville

3. Turnbull Construction

2. Gold Country Retirement

Favorite House Cleaning Service

Center 3. Ponte Palmero

1. Maid in the Mountains

Favorite Solar Company

2. Simply Clean Housecleaning

1. Ericson Solar

Service

2. SolarHut

3. Spic N Span Cleaning Service

3. SolarCity

Favorite Interior Design

Favorite Tailor

1. Molly Erin Designs

1. Rose Alteration

2. TIE: Karen Vance Interior

2. Classic Cleaners

Design AND Atmosphere

3. EDH Custom Tailoring

Design Group

and Alterations

3. FaGalde Interior Design

Favorite Boutique Off Broadway

KIDS AND EDUCATION

MEDICAL AND DENTAL

and Grading

Favorite Children’s Clothing Store

Favorite Chiropractic Office

2. The Promised Land-Scape

1. Jordan’s Closet

1. Shepherd Family Chiropractic

Services

2. Sierra Baby Boutique

2. El Dorado Community

3. Plan-It Landscapes

3. Walmart

Acupuncture

Favorite Vision Center

3. John F. Taylor Chiropractic

1. Cedar Eye Center Medical

Corporation

Group

Favorite Landscaper 1. Hillstone Landscape

Favorite Independent Pharmacy 1. Robinson’s Pharmacy 2. Grandpa’s Compounding Pharmacy

Favorite Law Practice

Favorite Kids’ Activity

1. Weiner Law Offices

1. Placerville Aquatic Center

A VERY CLOSE #4:

2. Broadway Vision Center

2. Mediation and Law Office of

2. Cameron Park Lake

Cambridge Chiropractic

3. TLC Vision

Terri A. Smith

3. Story Time at the El Dorado

3. Stockdale Law Firm, Inc.

County Library

Favorite Bank 1. El Dorado Savings Bank

Favorite Kids’ Birthday Party Spot

2. Wells Fargo 3. Sierra Vista Bank

Favorite Painting Contractor

Favorite Dental Office 1. Cold Springs Dental

A VERY CLOSE #4: Precision Eyecare

3. TIE: John F. Adams, DDS,

Favorite Weight Loss Clinic

1. Pizza Factory

Nathan J. Adams, DDS, AND

1. Weight Watchers Placerville

2. Wally’s Pizza Bar

Above the Gate Dentistry

2. Fitness Solutions

3. Steve Wallen Swim School

Favorite Preschool

2. Placerville Dental Group

Favorite Medical Practice 1. Marshall Medical Center

3. Medifast Weight Control Centers

PERSONAL CARE

1. Rick Gano Painting

1. Cameron Park Montessori

2. El Dorado Community

2. Bayshore Painters, Inc.

2. Placerville Preschoolers/Kids’

Acupuncture

3. TIE: Soetaert Quality Painting

Kampus

3. Kaiser Permanente

Favorite Barbershop

AND Hangtown Painting

3. His Kids Christian Preschool

Medical Group

1. Bowtie Barbershop

Favorite Plumber

Favorite Private School

1. Conforti Plumbing

1. California Montessori Project–

Favorite Pediatric Dental Office

2. C. Doherty Construction

Shingle Springs Campus

1. Weideman Pediatric Dentistry

Mike’s Barbershop AND

3. G Plumbing

2. Cedar Springs Waldorf School

and Orthodontics

Love’s Barbershop

A VERY CLOSE #4:

3. El Dorado Adventist School

2. Make a Smile Children’s Dental

Bellas Plumbing/Construction

Favorite Pool Service

Favorite Tutoring Service

3. Penny Dodson, DDS

2. Joe’s Barber Shop 3. Diamond Barber Shop A VERY CLOSE #4:

Favorite Day Spa 1. Time Out Spa

1. Ways That Work

Favorite Pharmacy

1. Gold Country Pool Service

2. EZ Tutoring

1. Robinson’s Pharmacy

3. Waterfall Salon and Spa

2. Oasis Pool Service

3. Tucker Tutoring Plus

2. CVS (Cameron Park)

A VERY CLOSE #4:

3. Walgreens

Sweet Seven Day Spa

3. Bob Popa’s Pool Service

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2. Mimosa Day Spa

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Favorite Pet Store

1. Absolute Wholeness Massage

Store, Inc.

and Wellness

2. Double Diamond Tack and Feed

2. Massage Envy

3. Clifton and Warren

3. The Parlor

A VERY CLOSE #4:

Favorite Place for a Facial

Favorite Pet Training

2. LaMae Salon and Spa

1. Sierra Dogs

3. Harmony Skin and

2. El Dorado Pet Club

Body Wellness

3. Our Furry Friends

and Permanent Cosmetics by Marina

Favorite Mani/Pedi Place 1. Sassy Nails and Spa 2. TIE: Gold Country Hair Salon

2. Missouri Flat Pet Clinic 3. Crossroads Veterinary Hospital

Favorite Med Spa

Favorite Bookstore

1. Marshall Plastic Surgery and

1. The Bookery

Medical Spa

2. Face in a Book

2. Berman Skin Institute

3. Colton’s Bookstore

Favorite Salon

Favorite Boutique 1. Off Broadway

1. Prestige House of Beaute

2. Mirror Mirror Fashion

2. Gold Country Hair Salon

3. TIE: Blue Skies Clothing and

3. Waterfall Salon and Spa

Accessories AND My Martha

Favorite Tanning Salon

Design Boutique

1. Max Muscle

Favorite Consignment Store

2. Tan Central

1. Violets Are Blue

3. Mimosa Day Spa

Consignment Boutique

Favorite Waxing Salon

2. Belle Mode Consignment Boutique

1. LaMae Salon and Spa

3. Hangtown Exchange

2. The Parlor

Editor’s Note: Jenni Lynn

3. Reflections Skincare

Boutique was a winner in

PETS Favorite Pet Boarding

California Montessori Project–Shingle Springs Campus

1. Goldorado Animal Hospital

SHOPPING AND SERVICES

3. Dignity Medical Aesthetics

Favorite Private School

Favorite Veterinary Practice

3. Serendipity Nails

AND Prestige House of Beaute

Uppity Pup

Pet Bath and Beyond

1. The Parlor

A VERY CLOSE #4: Aesthetics

Favorite Pet Boarding

1. Lees’ Feed and Western

this category, but decided to retire and close their doors on June 30. We will miss them (and all of their cute clothes

1. Uppity Pup

and accessories!), and wish

2. Goldorado Animal Hospital

Owners Keith and Debbie

3. Becky’s Pet Hotel

Brewster a happy and healthy

and Grooming

retirement!

Favorite Pet Groomer 1. El Dorado Pet Club

Favorite Floor Covering Store

2. Goldorado Animal Hospital

1. Dick’s Carpet One Floor

3. Groomingdales Pet Salon

and Home

A VERY CLOSE #4:

2. Dawson’s Floor Fashions

Canines on Main

3. Floors To Go

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businesses Favorite Florist 1. Placerville Flowers on Main 2. Camino Flower Shop 3. Cameron Park Florist

Favorite Furniture Store

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SPORTS AND RECREATION Favorite Bike Shop 1. Placerville Bike Shop 2. Golden Spoke Bike Shop

1. Affordable Furniture and Beds

Editor’s Note: They are

2. Under the Arbor

technically not a physical

3. Naturwood Home

business anymore, but Bison

Furnishings

Bikes bought the name and do

Favorite Garden Center 1. Front Yard Nursery

business as both right now) 3. Bison Bikes

and Garden

Favorite Charitable Organization

3. Green Acres Nursery

1. Snowline Hospice

and Supply

2. Animal Outreach of the

2. El Dorado Nursery

Favorite Gift Shop 1. Country Elegance 2. Placerville News Company

3. El Dorado County Habitat for Humanity

Favorite Dance Studio

and Bookstore

1. Foothills Dance and

1. Under the Arbor

Performing Arts Studio 2. Jammin’ Dance and Fitness 3. On Stage Productions

2. TIE: Tree House AND

Favorite Golf Course

Country Elegance

1. Apple Mountain Golf Resort

3. Bella Home Décor

2. Cold Springs Golf and

Favorite Jewelry Store 1. Goldsmith Gallery

Country Club 3. Bass Lake Golf Course

2. Randolph Jewelers

Favorite Gym/Health Club

3. Ancient Gold Jewelers

1. Snap Fitness

Favorite Local Business 1. Placerville Hardware, Inc 2. Combellack’s 3. Man Cave Placerville

Favorite Print and Sign Shop

Favorite Martial Arts Studio 1. Gold Country Martial Arts Center 2. Cameron Park/Foothill Taekwondo 3. Kovar’s Satori Academy of

3. Spot-On Signs and Graphics

Martial Arts

Favorite Window Covering Store

Favorite Pilates Studio

1. Affordable Blind Solutions

2. Energetic Care Wellness

2. Dick’s Carpet One Floor

3. Snap Fitness

1. Sierra Ballet and Pilates

Favorite Skate/Snow/Surf Shop 1. Hangtown Skate Shop 2. PLA Skateboarding 3. Surf and Skate

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Placerville Flowers on Main

3. Anytime Fitness Placerville

2. El Dorado Press and Blueprint

3. Window Fashions and More

Favorite Florist

2. Powerhouse Gym

1. Diamond Springs Printing

and Home

Foothill Area Rapid Transit

Mother Lode

3. Lighthouse Christian Gift

Favorite Home Décor Store

Favorite Limousine Service

Favorite Local Business Placerville Hardware, Inc

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Favorite Wedding Florist

1. Steve Wallen Swim School

1. Placerville Flowers on Main

2. Placerville Aquatic Center

2. Camino Flower Shop

3. Folsom Aquatic Center

3. Natural Flair Custom Floral

Favorite Yoga Studio 2. Main St. Yoga

Favorite Wedding Invitations

3. Snap Fitness (Shingle Springs)

1. El Dorado Press and Blueprint

A VERY CLOSE #4: Smith

2. Minuteman Press

Flat House Health and

3. Imperial Printing

1. Ohana Moon Yoga

Wellness Center

WEDDINGS

Favorite Wedding Photographer Snowline Photography

Favorite Bridal Shop 1. Renfros Bridal and Boutique 2. The Clothes Mine Bridal

1. Party Smart Rentals 2. Mimi and Co. 3. Creative Coverings

Favorite Wedding Photo Booth

and Tuxedos

1. The Traveling Photo Booth

Favorite Limousine Service

2. Rocket Booths 3. Music and More Entertainment

2. Neumann Enterprises

Favorite Wedding Photographer

3. Gold Line Transport

1. Snowline Photography

1. Foothill Area Rapid Transit

Favorite Rehearsal Dinner Place

Ohana Moon Yoga

Favorite Wedding Linen Rentals

3. De La Rosa’s Bridal

and Formalwear

Favorite Yoga Studio

Design Designs

2. Lisa Richmond Photography 3. Artistic Photography by Tami

1. Sierra Banquet Center

Favorite Wedding Planner

2. Smith Flat House Cellar

1. Obsessed Events

and Grill

2. A Dazzling Day

3. The Independent Restaurant

weddings...by Darcie

and Bar

3. J. Marie Events

Favorite Wedding Cake/ Dessert Maker

Favorite Wedding Venue

1. Frank Vilt’s Cakes

2. Helwig Winery

2. D’Agostini’s Delights Bakery

3. TIE: Wedgewood Sequoia

3. TIE: Sierra Rizing AND Way

Mansion AND Gold Hill

Back Bakery

Vineyard and Brewery

Favorite Wedding Caterer 1. Diane Wilkinson Catering

Favorite Wedding Videographer

2. Table Nectar | Local and

1. Reel to Real Productions

Organic Catering

2. Twelve27 Films

3. Old Town Grill

3. Bonetti Videography

1. Fausel Ranch

Favorite Wedding DJ 1. Music and More Entertainment 2. Chad Stalzer Productions

Favorite Wedding Caterer

3. Sound Extreme Productions

Diane Wilkinson Catering

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Presenting Style Magazine’s READERS' CHOICE AWARD ALLSTARS special advertising section.

Tracking down that breakfast spot you heard about can be tricky. So can finding the perfect boutique... but once you’ve found it, chances are you’ve told all your friends and then some! It’s you – our readers – who really know the best of what this region has to offer, and it’s your turn to share your favorites with us. Style presents to you Readers’ Choice winners and chart toppers and invites you to celebrate them with us!

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Sunworks

Goldorado Animal Hospital

6694 Lonetree Blvd., #500 | Rocklin 425-281-1819 | www.sunworksusa.com

3460 Palmer Dr. | Cameron Park 530-677-8387 | www.goldoradoanimalhospital.com

A very special thanks to Style Magazine Readers for selecting Sunworks as their #1 Solar Company and helping us “Spread the Sunshine.”

Customer loyalty and our PowerPay Referral Program is what set us apart from other companies. Making a difference in our community, educating, saving families money and giving back is very important to our company. For every referral that moves forward with installing a solar system with Sunworks, a $1000 referral reward is given. For more information on Sunworks solar or becoming a Sunworks PowerPay Partner, please call 916-409-6900 or email PowerPay@sunworksusa.com

Goldorado Animal Hospital is honored to be voted #1 Favorite Veterinary Practice, #2 Favorite Pet Boarding, and #2 Favorite Pet Grooming in the area. We have worked hard to serve you and your pets since 1989. Dr. Barnes and Dr. Prince bring 33 years of experience and exceptional care as your other family doctors.

Come in and take a tour of our newly remodeled facility. We have a huge selection of prescription dog and cat food, condo-style cat boarding, large dog runs and play yard, and an expanded grooming area.

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ELEVEN YEARS RUNNING…

T H A N K YO U, READERS!

The Best Part of Living in the Foothills is Coming Home...

Located in the heart of California’s historic gold mining region, Gold Country Retirement offers a community designed to meet one primary objective: a comfortable, and enjoyable retirement.

Tastefully designed with only your needs in mind.

Enjoy the good life at Gold Country.

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RESIDENTIAL APARTMENTS • ASSISTED LIVING • HEALTH CENTER

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Ryan Easterbrook, D.D.S.

El Dorado Savings Bank

493 Main Street | Diamond Springs 530-626-5810 www.ryaneasterbrookdds.com

4040 El Dorado Rd. | Placerville 800-874-9779 www.eldoradosavingsbank.com

Ryan Easterbrook, DDS provides all aspects of family and cosmetic dental care. From routine checkups and cleanings, to smile makeovers and everything in between, we are here to provide everything you need to stay healthy and have a great looking smile.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the readers of Style Magazine for voting for us as one of your Favorite Dentists.

Providing excellent dental service in a warm, friendly environment is what we strive for. We appreciate the positive feedback. Thanks again!!!

El Dorado Savings Bank has been serving our local communities for over 58 years. El Dorado is one of the most respected banks in the area with 35 offices serving Northern California and Northern Nevada. Consistently awarded the highest 5 Star rating by Bauer Financial Reports as one of the safest and strongest banks in the United States since 1993, El Dorado emphasizes friendly customer service along with checking, real estate loans, internet banking and mobile banking, to name just a few of our many services available. For more information stop by any branch or go to eldoradosavingsbank.com.

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Carter's Carpet Restoration 916-933-7807 530-624-9003 www.CartersCarpet.com

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A huge THANK YOU for voting us Favorite Carpet Cleaning Service year after year! For over twenty-five years, Carter’s Carpet Restoration has been providing the highest quality carpet cleaning to you and to our community.

Quality and customer service are what sets Carter’s apart from the rest. You’ll get the deepest cleaning there is, plus amazingly fast dry time – carpets are actually dry to the touch before we leave your home! With Carter’s you’ll get unmatched customer service and the best cleaning products on the market today. This combination ensures the deepest cleaning available with a local, family owned company you can trust. Guaranteed.

Having issues with pet odor? Carter’s can help – pet odor removal is one of our specialties! Our cleaning process is safe for you and your pet.

Tired of tile or stone that you just can’t get clean? Remove the years of built up soil with a professional steam cleaning.

The results are stunning!

And don’t forget area rugs! They can be cleaned in your home or at our facility.

Whatever your cleaning needs may be, we’re here for you!

Your restorative steam cleaning is just a phone call away, call now. You’ll be glad you did!

Prestige House of Beaute 4242 Fowler Lane Ste 102 | Diamond Springs 530-303-3544 www.prestigehouseofbeaute.com All of us at Prestige House of Beaute would like to thank you for your support, votes, and love!

We are humbled to once again to be your Favorite Salon. Last fall, we made the move to Diamond Springs from Main St. in Placerville. We have received a wonderful welcome at our new location and we continue to grow thanks to all of you.

If you haven’t visited us before, or haven’t been here recently, you’re in for a treat!

Our artists have many years of experience, and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and techniques including: balayage, hair painting, color melting, and vivids work. We pride ourselves on quality work, and providing you with the exceptional experience you deserve.

We’ve brought on another hair care line, Kevin Murphy, in addition to our current Davines line.

Along with our hair services, we now offer esthetic services including: facials, microdermabrasion, laser treatments, medical grade skincare, full body waxing, and eyelash extensions. We also offer onsite hair and makeup services to bridal parties.

We invite you to stop by Prestige House of Beaute, today!

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Country Elegance 4496 Missouri Flat Road Placerville 530-622-9338

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We are so grateful to be headed into or 30th year! Our heartfelt thanks to our wonderful customers for voting us #1 Gift Shop and #2 in Home Decor this year. If you have never been in to visit us, please come in for a look around, as you will be amazed. We sell beautiful stoves and fireplaces, yet almost every square foot is filled with home decor, seasonal merchandise, and a wide array of gift ideas. We are proud to offer quality wood stoves, fireplaces, and gas stoves at very competitive prices. These products are designed to heat your home economically and serve you well for years to come.

So many of our county residents worry about power outages, and these products will assure you are warm and cozy VISIT US SOON FOR: •Wood and Gas Stoves, and Fireplaces •Pellet BBQ Smokers, and BBQ Spices •Unique Home Decor •Gifts and Decorative Accessories •Women’s Boutique & Bling and Purses •Candles, Yard Flags & Spinners, Floral, Mudpaint, Scented Wax, Melters, and So Much More!!

Complimentary gift wrap year round Coffee and Tea Offered for your enjoyment while you shop.

Smith Flat House Cellar and Grill 2021 Smith Flat Road | Placerville 530-621-1003 www.smithflathouse.com

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Old Town Grill 444 Main Street | Placerville 530-622-2631 All of us at Old Town Grill and Smith Flat House Cellar and Grill wish to thank everyone with love in supporting both of our restaurants. It is because of our customers that we were able to open two very different styles of restaurants.

Old Town Grill’s style is traditional grass-fed burgers, (Elk and Buffalo too!), chicken sandwiches, salads, hand dipped milk shakes, and daily specials, all created by our award winning chef!

Smith Flat House Cellar and Grill’s style is steak and seafood with a Tuscan flair using local farm to ‘house’ ingredients and featuring all local wines and artisan craft beers. Enjoy dining al-fresco in the beautiful ambiance of our outdoor dining area!

Special occasions are our specialty, we love to cater to you! On site catering is available for business meetings, rehearsal dinners, parties and all special events. For availability call 530-621-1003.

Join us for a fabulous dining experience at Old Town Grill or Smith Flat House Cellar and Grill!

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Automotive Excellence 4600 Missouri Flat Road | Placerville 530-622-2701 www.autoxonline.com

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Thank you to all of our loyal clients for choosing us at Automotive Excellence as your #1 Auto Repair Shop and a favorite Smog Shop this year! Since 1999 we have been family-owned and operated, and we believe that quality workmanship and friendly, honest, and affordable service are the most important aspects of any business. We are a full service facility, performing everything from diagnostic and repair to factory maintance and tire services. We are also a certified STAR smog test and repair station, AAA approved, and as a Napa Autocare facility we offer a 24 month/24,000 mile warranty on most repairs. We provide RV services, fleet services, and accept most aftermarket warranties on all makes and models. For your convenience, we offer early and late drop-off, and don’t forget to ask about our financing program that may be availabe for your repairs!

If you haven’t been in to see us yet, we invite you to make an appointment. We stand behind our word and our work and look forward to providing the members of our community with excellent service!

Thank you again, Ross, Randi, and the team here at Automotive Excellence

Sweetie Pie’s Restaurant and Bakery 577 Main Street | Placerville 530-642-0128 | www.sweetiepies.biz

As we prepare for our 25th anniversary celebration it is especially meaningful to receive these awards. Over the years we have enjoyed preparing meals and goodies for each and every one of you. Our award winning bakery provides wonderful treats made from scratch along with our deep dish pies and seven kinds of bread. Our Cinnamon Rolls are a signature item for us, which we now offer with Cherry Wood Smoked Bacon! Our big hearty breakfasts are filled with the best ingredients and are paired perfectly with a delicious mimosa. Long before the “farm to fork” movement we were buying and serving locally sourced products, organic when available. While being known for our breakfasts, we also have an extensive and delicious lunch menu. Our daily favorites, as well as our specials, include cage free and antibiotic free chicken, in house baked turkey and roast beef, along with free-range, grass fed beef hamburgers all of which is served on our fresh baked bread. Bring your dog, have a mimosa and enjoy our warm and friendly staff. We would like to thank you for your patronage and we look forward to serving you for another 25 years!

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Cascada

Bricks

384 Main Street | Placerville 530-344-7757 www.cascadaonmainstreet.com

482 Main Street Placerville 530-303-3480 www.bricksonmainstreet.com

We have had the pleasure of being part of the Placerville community for eight years now. Cascada continues to strive to give our patrons the best dining experience possible. We serve an eclectic mix of Mexican favorites and California fresh cuisine with a Latin flair in an upscale, urban setting without the upscale price.

Our full bar is anchored with local wines and specialty margaritas made with premium tequilas and fresh squeezed lime juice. Our friendly and professional staff serve lunch and dinner seven days a week. So stop by and have some fun. We look forward to seeing you.

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Six years old and we’re still having fun. The Bricks family has made a lot of friends along the way and we enjoy spending time with all of our patrons and friends each and every day. A heartfelt thanks for your enthusiasm and support. We’re looking forward to another wonderful year!

GREAT FOOD - LOCAL WINES – MICROBREWS ON TAP - FULL BAR – HAPPY HOUR - 4 HD TVS

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Dave and Becky Reinhart

Affordable Furniture 55 Fair Lane | Placerville | 530-621-9566 www.affordablefurnitureusa.com Thank you for your votes! We love bringing quality and affordable furniture to our community. As the new local owners (Nov 2015), we are continuing the tradition of friendly, knowledgeable customer service. Our long tenured staff loves living in the foothills and serving our neighbors.

Please stop by and visit our showrooms in Placerville and El Dorado Hills to see the newest innovations in sleep systems and home furnishings. Our new full service Sleep Center features Serta, Sealy, and Temper-Pedic. We also have a large selection of unique lighting, artwork, rugs, bedding, accessories and gift items.

Tree House 327 Main Street | Placerville 530-295-0102 | www.treehouseplacerville.com Wow! We’re honored to be one of your Favorite Home Decor Stores!

For over 12 years we at the TreeHouse have brought you carefully selected home decor. Lighted flowers add a warm ambiance in your home, as well as Woodwick Candles with their distinctive woodfire crackle.

Willow Tree Figurines make great gifts with spiritual sentiment, and our Archipelago Skin Care line is another wonderful gift idea. We even carry ornate rain chains that turn a downspout into a beautiful water feature!

Every Fall begins our festive Christmas season with over 30 theme-decorated Christmas trees! Stop by and visit our charming downtown store!

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The El Dorado Pet Club has been on the scene in the foothills for nearly 30 years! We began as a small grooming shop and have now grown to offer a broad spectrum of canine services including: Professional Dog Grooming Doggie Daycare – outdoor doggie camp on our private, supervised Dog Park European-Style Boarding Group/Private Dog Training – our indoor Training Center has several trainers to cover classes for all ages, levels Weekly Pack-Walk – every Sunday at the Ponderosa High School Parking Lot at 6pm a group gathers with several trainers for an hour walk and socialization 4131 South Shingle Road, #4 Shingle Springs | 530-676-4442 www.eldoradopetclub.com

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Conforti Plumbing 530-622-0202 A special thanks to all our customers for voting us #1 again. We pride ourselves on providing prompt, professional service at reasonable rates. With stocked service vehicles and a warehouse of repair parts and water heaters, we have the resources and expertise to resolve all your plumbing needs. We offer “Service You Can Trust.” Our plumbers are background checked and experienced. The quality of our work is excellent and our customer service is exceptional. That’s why most of our work comes from repeat customers and referrals.

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4663 Golden Foothill Pkwy, Ste. 108 El Dorado Hills 916-933-2500 www.edhpartyrentals.com Thank you so much to the readers of Style Magazine for voting us as one of your Favorite Wedding Rentals in Folsom, El Dorado Hills and the surrounding communities! A special thank you to all of our vendors and clients who have been there with us in these past wedding seasons. From Intimate to Immense, Classic to Contemporary it is a pleasure to be a part of your celebration. Our showroom is located in the heart of El Dorado Hills and is stocked with everything you need to make your event a perfect one.

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Gold Country Martial Arts Center 4615 Missouri Flat Rd., Ste. 5 | Placerville 530-621-4994 | www.goldcountrymac.com Gold Country Martial Arts Center is the Premier, Full Service Martial Arts Center in the Placerville area. Our high quality instructors, variety of classes and family friendly environment make this the perfect place to begin your martial arts journey, or continue with new and exciting training. We offer Taekwondo for families, kids, teens and adults, MMA, Capoeira Brazilian martial arts, Danzan Ryu Ju-Jitsu, Kickboxing, Bootcamp Fitness, Women’s Self-Defense and Body & Breath Qi Gong (moving meditation).

Come in and see why Gold Country Martial Arts Center is Number 1 for all of your Martial Arts training. Start your journey today.

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Waterfall Salon and Day Spa 2716 Coloma Rd. | Placerville 530-626-1571 www.waterfallsalon.com Waterfall Salon and Spa, would like to put out a heartfelt Thank You to all our loyal customers for recognizing our talents over the years.

Our services encompass overall health and wellness. We’re dedicated to using our exclusive line of AVEDA, an Ayurveda line of organic products.

Waterfalls’ recent renovation and expansion is now complete, and we would like everyone to come and enjoy our beautiful new relaxing look.

Our services are: Hair styling, Hair extensions, AVEDA hair color, Massage, Facials, Eyelash extensions, Pedicures and Manicures.

Please stop by or call for a complete list of all services we offer.

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Main Street Melters 589 Main St. | Placerville 530-303-3871 Main Street Melters is your perfect lunch time oasis getaway! Enjoy mouth watering sandwiches grilled, deli style piled high with Boar's Head meats and cheeses, salads, smoothies, 12 beers on tap, Wine and Bloody Mary cocktails too! Cool tree shaded outdoor dining right on the corner Main Street and Clay! We deliver to businesses in the downtown area. Find us on Facebook and Instagram. Thank you for voting us as a Favorite Deli!

3450 Palmer Drive, Suite 1 Cameron Park 530-672-2333 www.papagiannis.net

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Monster Mini Golf 12401 Folsom Blvd.

Rancho Cordova 916-294-0000 www.monsterminigolf.com

Thank you Style Magazine readers for voting Papa Gianni’s Favorite Italian Restaurant. We appreciate the honor and your support throughout the years. We look forward to seeing all of you soon! Grazie!

—The Perri Family

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Favorite Kid's Birthday Place Favorite Kids' Activity Place Thank you for your votes & letting us entertain you! We would not be here without our monster fans! We will continue to bring you happy and GLOWING fun! For information check out our website and “like" us on facebook. Got to GLOW, see you in the dark!

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Diane Wilkinson Catering

The Whistle Stop Yogurt

Lisa Richmond Photography

530-622-0799 dianewilkinson@sbcglobal.net

58 Main Street | Placerville 530-642-8668 www.thewhistlestopyogurt.com

530-644-7980 www.lisarichmond.com

Thank you for voting us your Favorite Wedding Caterer! With our catering business approaching 19 years, we continue to serve a diverse clientele and to offer each of our customers a unique experience.

Diane was an early proponent for green catering, and as a self proclaimed “locovore”, Diane despises waste and loves local and organic.

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Whistle Stop Yogurt thanks our loyal customers and awesome employees for over seven years of success! Self-serve, with a selection of over 50 toppings, options are endless for creating your very own perfect treat. Check out our newly completed party room. We look forward to your visit!

THANK YOU so much for voting me as a Favorite Wedding Photographer and a Favorite Family Photographer, now 7 years in a row! I truly love my clients and the adventures we share while finding ways to capture your unique spirit against the backdrop of this beautiful area. For me, it is the interplay of light and emotion that really brings an image to life. I feel lucky everyday to have a job I love!

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Heyday Café 325 Main Street Historic Downtown Placerville 530-626-9700 | www.heydaycafe.com

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Voted #1 Casual Restaurant, #1 Salad Place, and Favorite Wine Bar! Celebrating their 9th year in business, Heyday Café continues to present fresh California Cuisine with French and Italian influences. Never pretentious, always fun and fresh. The friendly and knowledgeable staff take pride in their work and welcome your comments and questions about the menu, wines, and local area history. Heyday serves lunch six days a week and dinner seven days a week and pours over 40 local, regional, and international wines by the glass. Their carefully composed “wine flights” are a great way to discover the nuances between varietals or maybe a new favorite! Their eclectic beer selection on draft and in bottles offers a great choice for the beer enthusiast too. Favorite dishes include artisan salads, panini, thin-crust specialty pizzas, house-made soups, appetizers “meant for sharing” and entrées celebrating family recipes and regional ingredients.

Reservations are encouraged as tables and bar seats can fill up quickly.

The owners also invite you to try their sister restaurant, “The Independent Restaurant and Bar” on upper Main Street.

The Independent Restaurant and Bar 629 Main Street | Placerville 530-344-7645 www.independentplacerville.com

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Voted Favorite Overall Restaurant, Favorite Outdoor Dining and Favorite Romantic Restaurant! The Independent Restaurant and Bar offers a refreshing place for gatherings of family and friends in the Emerald Street Building on upper Main Street in Placerville. Come and enjoy the modern rustic setting which includes cozy indoor dining and a convivial bar. In addition, outdoor dining is available on the private garden patio.

Now in their fifth year, the Independent remains focused on its American fusion menu prepared with the freshest ingredients. The full bar is top tier with innovative creations featuring fresh-squeezed juices, infused liquors, and signature cocktails mixed by their friendly and professional staff.

Operating as a “scratch kitchen” the work begins early at The Independent, where meats, cheeses, and freshdelivered produce are all prepared daily for lunch and dinner service. Creative weekend specials are a hallmark of the Independent and savvy patrons know they sell out quickly. Call and speak to the friendly staff for information and reservations or follow the Independent on Facebook to see current weekend specials. The Independent serves lunch and dinner seven days/week and Brunch on Sunday.

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Beth Sogaard Catering 866-441-BETH www.chefbethcatering.com www.facebook.com/bethsogaardcatering

Thank you for voting us a Favorite Caterer and a Favorite Wedding Caterer six years in a row!

Food is our passion here at Beth Sogaard Catering. A beautiful selection of dishes can turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. No matter what the occasion, whether a sitdown reception for 200 or an intimate picnic in the wine country for 2, we can make it delicious and memorable.

Chef Christian Masse Allez!

Good Food on the Go! 4242 Fowler Lane, Suite 101 Diamond Springs 530-621-1160 Allez! humbly accepts once again the award for Favorite Take Out! Award winning chef Christian Masse serves up your favorite recipes in a bistro style Beautiful New Location in the Diamond Center.

Offering French and local wines and beer.

Enjoy good food on the go or now dine in at our new location!

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Righ1t From Home!

$1,185,000 HOME OF TOAD RIDGE VINEYARD

Serenity, views and comfortable luxury await! Turn-key 4,199 s.f. residence and 10 acre paradise with woodworking studio, 1,200 bottle wine cellar and separate auto shop. Award winning wines are made right on site. Current owner will provide complete training from vine to bottle. Located in a beautiful foothill’s gated community.

Live the grand life at Vita Grande!

WWW.WINEMAKERSVIEWHOME.COM From singing in her band to working in her real estate career, Janine Waggener’s non-stop energy and enthusiasm have always been her key to success. If you are interested in buying or selling a home or property, turn to a woman whose High Energy approach is producing “Big Results.”

Thanks for voting me a Style Magazine Favorite!

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Snowline Photography 530-409-1319 info@snowlinephoto.com www.snowlinephotography.com Thank you to everyone who voted for us as #1 Wedding Photographer and #2 Family Photographer, we are truly honored. We continually strive to learn and grow our business to better meet the needs of our clients. Lastly, congratulations to our fellow El Dorado County photographers you are all awesome!

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Kaye Irwin and the staff at Goldsmith Gallery Fine Jewelers want to thank all of our customers for voting us your #1 Favorite Jewelry Store in El Dorado County. We strive for the best customer service whether we are doing a jewelry repair or restoration or creating a custom design. Insurance and estate appraisals are done by a Graduate Gemologist.

We are lucky to have Owen as our goldsmith-jeweler.

There is not a better jeweler in Northern California. We have grown since our start six years ago. We have a greater selection of engagement and wedding rings for both women and men (hundreds to choose from!). We have the latest styles from top designers that will appeal to new brides and for anniversary upgrades. We invite you to visit our store and experience the diamonds, colored gems and pearls set in both classic and unique gold or silver designs.

The estate department selection is especially captivating.

Everyone says they love shopping and browsing at their leisure in our beautiful and spacious showroom. Again, the Goldsmith Gallery Staff thanks you for voting us your favorite jewelry store. Check out our completed designs and jewelry available at our website.

Sierra Dogs In-Home Dog Boarding & Certified Dog Training 530-503-5183 www.Sierra-Dogs.com

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Sierra Dogs is grateful to be voted #1 Favorite Pet Training in the El Dorado County Foothills region! Our mission is to help you enjoy a lifetime of great behavior from your family dogs, by investing in early puppy training & socialization through our Puppy Training CampSM program. We also offer loving in-home dog boarding on our 3-acre property in Placerville, as well as private behavioral consults.

This award from our community reaffirms our commitment to force-free training methods and the highest professional standards of care & training; we are the only fully licensed & certified, in-home, reward based training & boarding facility in the tri-county area. We work hard, but recognize that our true success comes from our wonderful clients, as well as the veterinarians and other trainers who refer to us, so THANK YOU! To learn more about our custom, individualized training & boarding services, and our pricing and qualifications, visit www.Sierra-Dogs.com for more details. We take puppies as young as 12 weeks for our exclusive Puppy Training CampSM experience, but availability is extremely limited, so contact us today to reserve your spot!

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Wally’s Pizza Bar 4079 Cameron Park Drive | Cameron Park 530-677-5205 | www.wallyspizzabar.com

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Wally’s Pizza Bar would like to give a huge thank you to our staff, friends, family and especially our loyal customers for helping us become the #1 Pizza Restaurant in El Dorado County 2 years in a row! We are also extremely honored to earn your votes for #2 Best Sports Bar, Salad, Casual Restaurant & Take Out as well as one of the best Places to grab a Cocktail, Favorite Italian Restaurant, Favorite Kids Birthday Spot and Favorite Overall Bar & Restaurant!

As a family owned and operated business that opened in January of 2015, we’ve worked really hard to create a family friendly atmosphere combining gourmet pizza with the ultimate sports bar along with being recognized for our support in the community. We have truly enjoyed living in Cameron Park since 1979, and are very excited to be running one of your favorite local businesses!

We would also like to announce that our award winning Chef Orlando has put together a breakfast menu that matches the quality of food we are known for. Some of our specialty items include: Chilaquiles, Chicken & Waffles, Breakfast Pizza, Caramel Pear French Toast and our new Pork Belly Breakfast Sandwich, just to name a few. Now available every Saturday & Sunday from 9am-2pm!

FLB Entertainment Center 511 E. Bidwell St. Folsom 916-983-4411 | www.FLB365.com

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The team at FLB Entertainment Center would like to thank all of our loyal customers in Folsom and El Dorado Hills for voting us #1 Favorite Sports Bar 7 years in a row and #2 for Favorite Kids Birthday Spot, Favorite Kids Activity Spot, Favorite Cocktail Place and Favorite Bar!!! These votes mean so much to us being a family owned and operated business in the Folsom community for nearly 40 years. This wouldn’t be possible if it wasn’t for our amazing staff who provide our customers with incredible service year after year.

FLB has a unique platform that allows customers to go bowling, and watch all sporting events including UFC while playing Blackjack or Texas Hold’em. We pride ourselves in offering a variety of activities for all ages! Over the years we’ve worked hard to improve the entertainment center and we’re extremely excited about the upcoming changes in the works!

FLB has been very successful in accommodating all events from kids birthday parties to team building activities and large corporate events. Specials include Unlimited Bowling for only $10 per person on Monday and Tuesday nights, Glow Bowling Party every Friday and Saturday with a featured DJ as well as our fun and serious leagues for all ages.

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Ohana Moon Yoga

38 Main Street | Placerville 530-622-3883 | www.hogwildbar-b-que.com

3004 Green Valley Road, E-2 | Cameron Park 530-208-3157 | www.ohanamoonyoga.com

Our family would like to say thank you for voting us best BBQ! We are truly humbled to receive this award. Our goal is to provide the highest quality meats and freshly prepared sides, all served with a genuine smile. Your vote makes it all worthwhile!

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Thank you for electing Ohana Moon Yoga as #1 Yoga Studio in El Dorado County! We are honored by the opportunity to serve you and do what we love.” – Gretta Smith & The Ohana Moon Yoga Team Ohana Moon Yoga ignites physical and mental strength with 30+ weekly classes for ALL levels! Enjoy our $30 Introductory Offer of unlimited classes for 30 days. We have Chair Yoga, Yin, Slow Flow, Vinyasa Basics, Power Vinyasa (hot), and FREE Yoga 101 classes. Our classes are accessible for all abilities and our teachers offer modifications as needed. View schedule at www.ohanamoonyoga.com or call 530-208-3157.

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Danny and Laurie Vaqueiro, Owners

Chantara Thai Cuisine

Massage Envy - El Dorado Hills

4361 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 110 | El Dorado Hills (on the north side of the blvd. near the lake) 916-939-0389 | www.chantaraeldoradohills.com

4510 Post St., Ste. 340 | El Dorado Hills 916-941-6850 | www.massageenvy.com

Thank you for continuing to vote Chantara Thai Cuisine as a Favorite Thai Restaurant. We have had the pleasure of serving customers in our beautiful Town Center location in El Dorado Hills for many years. Enjoy indoor dining or our lake-view patio. Party rooms available. Serving traditional Thai food in an authentic Thai setting. As one customer said "The best Thai food we've ever eaten." Let us serve you Monday-Sunday. We offer convenient online ordering.

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Massage Envy-El Dorado Hills (next to Nugget Market), thanks Style readers for voting us one of their Favorite Places for Massage!

With our customized massages and Murad Healthy Skin facials, we can help relieve stress, decrease anxiety, increase energy and improve your skin's texture, tone and appearance. Our professional massage therapists and estheticians will customize your session every visit.

Our convenient late night and weekend hours accommodates your busy schedule. Come in after shopping at Nugget or make it a date night including dinner and a movie right here in Town Center! Start your healthier lifestyle by calling 916-941-6850 or schedule online at www. massageenvy.com/clinics/CA/El-Dorado-Hills.aspx.

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We want you to see real people at real communities enjoying the life they choose. Whether it’s joining friends in a card game, taking a stroll around the grounds, stepping on the bus for an excursion or getting together to share a meal, our residents find everything they need right here.

Experience the Eskaton difference. Call a community or go online now.

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THANK YOU Style Magazine readers for voting Eskaton “Favorite Senior Living Center” Eskaton FountainWood Lodge

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Eskaton Village Placerville Multi-Level Community

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A leading nonprofit provider of aging services in Northern California since 1968

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2120 Four Springs Trail | Placerville 530-647-8505 | www.mirafloreswinery.com If you had to point to one special thing that makes up the unique composition of Miraflores it would be difficult, as there are many fascinating thing that make up Miraflores…Our people, making your experiences notable. Our Terroir, the finest in the region, which explains our ability and Passion for creating wines of distinction. Exciting architecture. Our location in El Dorado County, rich in American history and remarkable beauty. Miraflores’ renowned winemaker, Marco Cappelli and proprietor Victor Alvarez, have foresight and creativity contributing to the history of prestigious winemaking in this region. But most of all, our customer, whose patronage and support keep the vision and unique experience of Miraflores flourishing. We thank you all for recognizing our efforts in making your experiences at Miraflores deliciously memorable. Cheers!

Contemporary Fashions since 1974 1245 Broadway | Placerville 530-622-9767 | www.offbroadwayfashions.com Thank you for your vote of confidence El Dorado County. We are honored to be voted #1 Women's Clothing Store. Thanks to all our loyal customers and our amazing staff, we are celebrating 42 years of continued success. Enjoy shopping in a fun and friendly atmosphere where our customers are like family. Check out our fantastic selection of fashions & accessories with unique styles you won't find in the mall. Ask about our preferred customer card for extra savings.

New Fall Fashions arriving daily featuring Tribal Sportswear - Jag Jeans Euro - FDJ French Dressing - Multiples Slim Sation - Bila - Parsley & Sage - Jess & Jane - Cactus - Sienna Rose

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Time Out Spa 2452 Apple Vista Lane | Camino 530-644-0314 | www.timeoutspa.com Thank You, Thank You! for selecting Time Out Spa as Readers' Choice Favorite Spa. We appreciate your continued support and confidence in our pampering services. This year is our 22nd Anniversary of pampering.

P.S. I would like to thank the staff at Time Out Spa for their team participation, dedication and their stellar services, including our Web Master. ♥ ♥ ♥ Fondly Edie B.

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T & M Electric 3027 Alhambra Dr. | Cameron Park 530-676-8740 | www.tmelectricservice.com Thank you for choosing us #1 Favorite Electrician again! Our trained technicians will go above expectations to make sure that you are satisfied customers! Our wide range of services, affordable rates, and friendly staff will keep you coming back time and time again. Call us today and schedule your appointment. Quality electrical service you can depend on...since 1990!

Committed to the Health & Well-Being of El Dorado County

SEPTEMBER 2016

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Experience Marshall’s Expert Orthopedic Care for Yourself 

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State-of-the-Art Intensive Care Unit Debuts at Marshall Hospital in Placerville This Fall Reflects Marshall’s Accolades For Critical Care Excellence

One of the new all-private rooms in Marshall’s ICU shows the dramatic increase in space for our patients and families.

Excellent healthcare doesn’t necessarily depend on new facilities--that starts with top-notch physicians, caring, nurses and technology that keeps up with the needs of the community. Marshall Hospital’s services for the critically ill—those that need care in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)—have earned this distinction. Healthgrades®, a leading national resource for consumer healthcare information, recognized Marshall as a top 10% Hospital in the Nation for critical care in 2016, for the fourth consecutive year.

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However, Marshall is always seeking to improve care and facilities to support and better reflect the excellent care already provided. Now, after years of careful planning a new, greatly enhanced ICU will soon be available. The total cost of the effort clocks in at nearly $5.5 million—a worthwhile investment for our community.

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According to Chief Nursing Officer Kathy Krejci, the new ICU offers a number of enhancements over the former unit, which has served our patients well for many years. Chief among the improvements is simply the extra space it provides—doubling the square footage over the old ICU, which was 2,565 square feet; the new space, located on the second floor of the South Wing, boasts 5,000 square feet. |

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Along with the added square footage, there are more rooms and more privacy for our patients and their families. The old unit had eight rooms with two being semi-private. The new ICU has 12 rooms, each fully private and each with extra space to accommodate family and visitors during lengthy stays.

In addition to the benefits the extra space affords, there are also technical and design enhancements to improve both patient care and staff safety. Each room is equipped with ceiling-mounted mechanical patient lifts for ease of movement, patient safety and staff injury reduction. The centrally located nursing station provides views into each patient room.

There are also two isolation rooms equipped with air monitor alarms to ensure negative pressure is maintained for patient conditions that require this special care.

The old ICU will remain licensed and equipped, offering a total of 20 Intensive Care beds when you add the 12-bed new ICU. The current unit will be used only for overflow when needed.

Marshall’s new ICU reflects the excellent care it has always provided to the critically ill, with the space and amenities to match the care.

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ABOUT MARSHALL MEDICAL CENTER Marshall Medical Center is an independent, nonprofit community healthcare provider located in the heart of the Sierra Foothills between Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe. Marshall Medical Center includes Marshall Hospital, a fully accredited acute care facility with 113 beds located in Placerville; several outpatient facilities in Cameron Park, El Dorado Hills, Placerville and Georgetown; and many community health and education programs. Marshall has over 200 board-certified physicians and a team of over 1,500 employees providing quality healthcare services to more than 175,000 residents of El Dorado County.

For Your HEALTH is published as a community service by MARSHALL MEDICAL CENTER 1100 Marshall Way Placerville, CA 95667 telephone 530-622-1441 or 916-933-0913; www.marshallmedical.org It is intended to provide information about health in general as well as healthcare services and resources available in El Dorado County.

Information comes from a wide range of medical experts. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your healthcare provider.

If you have questions, concerns or suggestions for future topics, contact the editor, Lourdes Edralin, at (530) 626-2675 or via email at ledralin@marshallmedical.org.

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Marshall is Now

New Providers Lena Avedissian, MD Marshall Cardiology Placerville & Cameron Park 530-626-9488

As an advocate for health and the well-being of our community, Marshall Medical Center adopted a smokefree policy for all campuses on July 1, 2016.

All Marshall locations, including the Hospital and all clinic and outpatient facilities, no longer allow smoking on Marshall property. This policy includes vaporizers or e-cigarettes. “The need for this policy is clear,” says Marshall CEO James Whipple. “Our mission is to improve the health of our community, so it’s impossible to justify supporting a habit that is not only terrible for the smoker’s health, but can affect others as well. The policy change is in line with all other healthcare facilities in the region, which already transitioned to smoke-free policies.”

Here are some startling facts about what smoking does to your health, courtesy of the American Lung Association • Every year in the United States, nearly 500,000 people die from tobacco use and second-hand smoke exposure, making it the leading cause of preventable death in our nation.

Brandon Beamer, MD Marshall Orthopedics Placerville 530-344-2070

Robert Chase, MD Marshall Hearing & ENT Placerville 530-344-2010

Loni Jay, MD Marshall Sierra Primary Medicine Placerville 530-621-3600

• Cigarette smoke contains more than 7,000 chemicals, at least 69 of which are known to cause cancer.

• Smoking harms nearly every organ in the body and is a main cause of lung cancer and COPD. It also is a cause of coronary heart disease, stroke and a host of other cancers and diseases.

To support the community in adopting a smoke-free lifestyle, Marshall will continue offering smoking cessation classes. To check the schedule for the next session, visit marshallmedical.org/classes.

Katie Long, MD Marshall Whole Child Health El Dorado Hills 916-933-8010

Swetha Mudunuri, MD Marshall Family & Internal Medicine Cameron Park 530-672-7000

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• Smoking is directly responsible for approximately 90 percent of lung cancer deaths and approximately 80 percent of deaths caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including emphysema and chronic bronchitis.

For more information about Marshall, visit www.marshallmedical.org or follow us on Facebook.com/ marshallmedicalcenter, twitter.com/MarshallMedical or Google+ Marshall Medical Center. www.marshallmedical.org | FOR YOUR HEALTH

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Award-Winning Orthopedic Care in Your Own Back Yard

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ith the Summer Olympics just behind us, perhaps your inspiration for sports and physical fitness has gotten a boost. Granted, very few people are world-class athletes sporting Olympic medals, but that’s how the experienced surgeons at Marshall Orthopedics approach their patients—no matter their age.

Stephen Cyphers, MD, President of the orthopedics group, explains the team’s philosophy: “We see people of all ages who have a broad array of orthopedic concerns and we treat each patient as a unique individual with personal fitness and functional goals, so that we can approach their case in just the way that’s right for them.”

As Dr. Cyphers explains, our bodies are our own personal vehicle for living life on our terms, the way we want to and when our bodies are in pain and not functioning well, it can be depressing and debilitating. “Physical injury or degenerative problems like arthritis hamper our overall happiness; it can have a severe effect on mood, energy levels and outlook on life,” Dr. Cyphers says. “When patients come to us, they’re typically either dealing with an injury or they have wear and tear joint issues that are keeping them from doing the things they love.”

Whether treatment involves physical therapy, surgery

or a combination of both, each of the surgeons on the team has focus areas that are tailored to the specific needs of our community.

Accolades for Marshall’s Orthopedic Care

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outcomes are significantly better than other hospitals in the nation for this procedure.

Many patients have experienced postive effects after their orthopedic procedures.

Ginny Van Duyn and Ryan Jantzen are two patients who have shared their story about the success they found with surgery from a Marshall orthopedic surgeon.

Dr. Cyphers took an expert look at Ginny’s case—over 25 years of failed “clean out”

Meet the Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Team Stephen Cyphers, MD

Chris Molitor, MD

Education: Loma Linda University Medical Center, Southern California; Fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at Harborview Medical Center, Seattle

Education: Loma Linda University Medical Center, Southern California; Fellowship in spine surgery, Long Beach Memorial Medicine Center through UC Irivine

Clinical Focus: General orthopedic surgery with expertise in foot and ankle surgery; total hip & knee replacement; arthroscopic and open surgery of the shoulder; surgery on the elbow, wrist and hand; arthroscopic and open surgeries of the knee.

Clinical Focus: General orthopedics, total hip and knee replacements, with emphasis on spine disorders and surgery.

Troy Dickson, MD

Taylor Vance, MD

Education: Loma Linda University Medical Center, Southern California

Education: Penn State University School of Medicine; Sports Medicine Fellowship, Los Angeles Orthopaedic Institute, Sherman Oaks, CA

Clinical Focus: General Orthopedics, total hip, knee and shoulder replacements.

Trained with a plastic surgeon to minimize post-surgical appearance and scars.

Clinical Focus: General orthopedic surgery with emphasis on sports medicine and athletic injuries; total knee & hip replacement; arthroscopic surgery.

Introducing Brandon Beamer, MD Education: Cornell University, New York; Orthopedic Residency at Harvard University, Massachusetts; Fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine at Stanford University, California Clinical Focus: Fellowship trained in hip, shoulder and knee arthroscopy, orthopedics and sports medicine. Performs knee, shoulder and hip replacements.

Brandon Beamer, MD, recently joined Marshall Orthopedics and is excited to start helping people in the region he loves.

surgeries for a torn meniscus in her knee—and was honest that a total joint replacement was the remaining, and best, option. “I was finally able to be a full participant in my life,” Ginny recalls. “I was able to develop a fitness routine and lost 30 pounds. The surgery changed my life immeasurably for the better.”

Ryan Jantzen was an avid bicyclist and also had a knee problem ever since a skiing accident had

He completed his clinical fellowship at Stanford University, where he specialized in orthopedic sports medicine and served as an assistant team physician for the San Francisco 49ers and Stanford Athletics.

Dr. Beamer is also one of the only orthopedic surgeons in Northern California who is Fellowship trained in hip arthroscopy, a minimally invasive procedure designed for younger, active patients and to prevent the need for joint replacement surgery later in life.

Dr. Beamer specializes in innovative procedures including arthroscopic surgeries tailored to mid-life, active adults who need to maintain their energetic lifestyles. His focus is minimally-invasive approaches to improve post-surgical function and recovery time, getting his patients “back in the game” sooner.

damaged the joint two decades earlier. When a subsequent injury tore up more cartilage in the bad knee, he turned to a Marshall orthopedic surgeon for help—and was amazed at the results. “No other surgery had helped like this one,” he recalls. “Although I followed doctor’s orders, I did start testing my cycling capability pretty quickly, and couldn’t believe the complete absence of pain I felt in just a few days post-surgery.”

Ready to Make the Call?

It doesn’t matter if you’re young or old, extremely active or just trying to live daily life without so much pain. There is a surgeon at Marshall Orthopedics who can help you regain your life and improve your physical comfort, so don’t delay another day.

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No Insurance? Marshall’s Financial Assistance Program Can Help Even with laws mandating medical insurance coverage, some people still struggle to find affordable healthcare insurance and go without. If this applies to you, know that assistance is available for hospital or emergency room services at Marshall Medical Center. Marshall’s Financial Assistance Program is intended to significantly discount or even eliminate the amount you owe.

Program qualification is based on Federal Poverty Guidelines. To be eligible, your family must not make more than

350% of the guideline for your family size (for a family of four, that’s over $80,000 annually).

Depending on a family’s financial position, charges for hospital or emergency care can be drastically reduced to just a small fraction of the bill, or even eliminated entirely.

Program details, eligibility information and the application are available at marshallmedical. org (visit the link PAY/GET FINANCIAL HELP from the home page); or you may call 530-626-2618 or visit in person at 3177 Turner Street, Placerville.

Cost $20

Includes fun run/walk, shirt and Health Expo Proceeds benefit the Marshall Foundation for Community Health’s Obesity Prevention Fund Packet Pick Up: Friday, September 9, from 3-6 pm at Gold Country Run & Sport,4370 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 150, El Dorado Hills

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• Body Fat & Weight Measurement

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Get quick tips on avoiding common injuries from Brandon Beamer, MD, Marshall Orthopedics & Sports Medicine.

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Learn exercises to stabilize and support your body from the inside out.

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Rx Fore Fun Benefits Local Health Programs

Board Member and Supervisor of District 3, Brian Veerkamp and team (Greg Witherow, Chad Spencer and Tiffany Spencer-shown left) placed 1st in the NonHandicap Flight.

For 33 years, the Bob West Drive for Marshall golf tournament has been a prescription for fun! This year 150 golfers had a great time for a great cause and benefitted programs that care for people as well as the proposed Cancer Center Healing Garden in Cameron Park. The event in memory of Jean West honored the legacy of the West Family. The tournament was proudly sponsored by Union Bank, a partner in healthcare for decades. From sponsors to golfers, the exceptional support for this year’s event created “the best tournament we’ve ever had,” related Bob Gillett, tournament committee chair.

For further information on next year’s golf extravaganza, please contact Tanya Moran at Marshall Foundation, tmoran@marshallmedical. org. The 2017 tournament is tentatively planned for Friday, June 23, at Cold Springs Golf and Country Club.

Major sponsor Tom McCready’s team (Jeff Vernon, Lynda Vernon and Eric Shaw) won 1st Place in the Handicap Flight,and long-time supporter of healthcare, Foundation

TO YOUR HEALTH! A FREE Wellness Event Friday, September 23, 5-8PM

COME & ENJOY. . . . . . . .

• Healing Arts by Images of Hope • Tai Chi & Yoga Demonstrations • Info on Qigong, Pilates & Meditation • Nutrition & Cancer Prevention Presentations • Wellness Related Vendors & Resources • Free Health Screenings • Healthy Food Bites & Wine Tasting • Raffles and More . . .

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Images of Hope • The Marshall Foundation for Community Health • The Marshall Cancer Resource Center • Holy Trinity Parish Health Education Ministry

Proceeds from raffles & donations to be shared by Images of Hope & Holy Trinity Health Education Ministry

Holy Trinity Parish Social Center 3111 Tierra de Dios Dr • El Dorado Hills • 530.677.3234

Goossen Awarded Helping Hands Honor Wendy Goossen, director of Cancer Services, was awarded the 2016 Helping Hands Award at the White on White event in June. A champion for cancer patients, Wendy founded the “Images of Hope” program in 2012 providing art classes and movement therapy for cancer patients. Wendy’s determination and passion originated the now-annual event, Pink in the Night, to illuminate Placerville store-fronts decorated with strands of pink lights, symbolizing a united fight against breast cancer. The October event each year combines an exciting Mammo Man contest.

Along with her good friend, the late Lee Turner, she created the White on White events that promote awareness of all cancers while raising funds for “Images of Hope.”

In 2014 Wendy brought a smile to everyone’s face when she developed Marshall’s Canine Companion program and introduced us to our four-legged friend “Max.” Today, patients receive encouragement to help reduce stress and pain levels as Max gives unconditional love, security, and companionship.

To obtain more information on the outstanding nationally accredited Cancer Program at Marshall Medical Center, please contact the Cancer Resource Center at 530-6727050. Patients and their families can rely upon expert care with a compassionate, human touch that respects both the medical and emotional needs of our patients. To make a charitable gift to the cancer program, find us at www. marshallfound.org. www.marshallmedical.org | FOR YOUR HEALTH

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MARSHALL FAMILY AND INTERNAL MEDICINE EL DORADO HILLS 5137 Golden Foothill Parkway, Suite 120 530-344-5400

MARSHALL DIVIDE WELLNESS CENTER GEORGETOWN 6065 State Hwy 193 530-333-2548

Kathryn Mittie, FNP Karen Orozco, FNP

Lance Holtry, DO Jessica Santos, FNP

Steven Linde, FNP Janis Smith, FNP

MARSHALL FAMILY AND INTERNAL MEDICINE CAMERON PARK 3581 Palmer Drive, Suite 602 530-672-7000

MARSHALL SIERRA PRIMARY MEDICINE PLACERVILLE 4341-B Golden Center Drive 530-621-3600

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dine deep-fried corn fritter—boasted whole corn kernels fried in a flat cake of sorts and came with a traditional sweet chili sauce alongside.

Talk about a palatable surprise. The crunchy, slightly chewy corn and mix of green onion— paired with the sweet, spicy chili sauce—was fantastic, and made ordering a Singha beer a no-brainer.

Even with the heatwave outside, I knew I wanted a bowl of their Thai spicy noodle soup with seafood. The offering fit the bill perfectly; succulent shrimp and squid with noodles in a slightly sweet broth came Tod Mun Kao Pod

thai unique An El Dorado County Hotspot

by Lorn Randall Duck Curry

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t the far end of Broadway in Placerville sits the aptly named restaurant, Thai Unique, which—to my knowledge—is the only Thai eatery in town. Being the only restaurant of its ilk, and the fact that they serve delicious food, make Thai Unique a popular destination…if the evening I visited was any indication.

The natural wood interior is as warm and inviting as the friendly staff. My companion and I ordered the papaya salad with shrimp for our initial course, and were soon greeted with a colorful plate of crisp green papaya, sweet shrimp, chopped and sliced green beans, tomatoes and peanuts—all tossed in a light dressing with just the right balance of sweetness and acidity.

Our next dish was something I had not seen in any Thai restaurant before, including Chef David Richter’s celebrated Pok Pok in Portland, Oregon. Tod Mun Kao Pod—a Thai version of a

The crunchy, slightly chewy corn and mix of green onion—paired with the sweet, spicy chili sauce— was fantastic, and made ordering a Singha beer a no-brainer. equipped with heat guaranteed to get your nose running—the kind of delicious discomfort you just can’t get enough of. I have to mention here that the kitchen will prepare your dishes at any heat level you desire. I like to taste my food, so medium worked for me.

We finished with a Thai classic, duck curry, featuring tender slices of duck breast in a red curry and coconut milk sauce with eggplant, potatoes, pineapple, bell peppers, onion and sweet basil. Poured over their perfectly cooked, delicate white rice resulted in the quintessential cure for my curry craving—and left me anticipating my next visit to this El Dorado County hotspot.

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Papaya Salad

Thai Unique, 1160 Broadway, Placerville, 530-621-5995, thaiunique.net.

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taste GARLIC-HERB SPAGHETTI SQUASH WITH LEMON Living the Mediterranean Diet by Nick Nigro and Bay Ewald with Rea Frey (Ulysses Press, 2015, $21.95)

• 1 large spaghetti squash • 1⁄4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling • 3 large garlic cloves, minced • 2 tbsp. minced fresh basil • 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves • 1 tsp. minced fresh oregano • 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice (about 1 small lemon) • 1⁄4 cup shaved ParmigianoReggiano • Black pepper Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Start by cutting the spaghetti squash in half. Spaghetti squash is notoriously difficult to cut, and there are numerous ways to do it. Some swear by placing it on the counter and hacking it in half with a sharp butcher knife. Others cut off both ends and slice the squash while it’s standing. We use a sharp serrated knife and take our time rocking the knife in and out, leaving the stem on so as to use the hollowed-out squash as a bowl.

Regardless of how you get there, once your squash is in half, scoop out the seeds and discard them. Drizzle the inside with olive oil and season with sea salt and black pepper. Place skin-side up on a baking sheet, 52 styleedc.com - September 2016

dinner date Food and Beer for the Season and bake in the oven for 35 minutes. Remove from the oven, flip the halves over so that the flesh can breathe, and let cool for about 15 minutes. Once cool, use a fork to scrape the squash strands out, as if scooping. Set aside on a large plate or flat surface.

Heat the 1⁄4 cup olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, basil, thyme, oregano, spaghetti squash and lemon juice. Sauté for about 10 minutes, or until the ingredients are fully incorporated. Remove from heat and garnish with black pepper and shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano. Serves 4.

KNEE DEEP BREWING COMPANY WET WITTEE Knee Deep Brewing Company was one of the first Sacramento breweries to make a splash in the craft beer community. Although they tend to focus on IPAs, this 5.3-percent ABV Belgian-style white ale is just as satisfying as any of their award-winning, hop-forward IPAs. Well-balanced and very sessionable, with a lovely hazy-blonde hue, it holds a little bit of citrus zest, making it a perfect pairing with this month’s Garlic-Herb Spaghetti Squash with Lemon. Light and refreshing, the beer still holds complex and interesting flavors without taking away from the deliciousness of the delicate meal.

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The oblong spaghetti squash is a truly magical food. Often when we eat pasta, we feel the need to combat the carbs with lots of veggies or a lean meat. Spaghetti squash gives us the same pasta-type feel, yet we love to mix it with nothing but the beautiful simplicity of fresh herbs, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil. And of course, the Parmigiano-Reggiano is the final—and most important—ingredient to this lovely yellow treat.

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SHADE BLACK DESIGN + REMODEL El Dorado Hills 916-337-0798 shadeblackdesign.com

Jenn Lindsay

Cori Avila and Tegan Lee

LEES’ FEED AND WESTERN STORE 4110 Mother Lode Drive Shingle Springs 530-677-4891 leesfeed.net

Describe your business. Did you find it, or did it find you?

Shade Black is a full-service interior design and remodel firm. We specialize in upscale residential design and have experience in hospitality design, new construction design, remodel design and project management. We understand the impact your visual environment can have on your happiness and value of life, which is why we are so passionate about and dedicated to helping our clients create a space they love. Shade Black’s love for beautifully designed spaces and unique furniture pieces give us a design perspective that allows us to create a design that is fresh, yet timeless. My longtime passion for interior design and furniture led me to it.

How are you involved with both the community and your customer?

I grew up in El Dorado Hills and have lived in the Sacramento area almost my entire life. Once a month, I give a “shout out” and feature a local business on my blog.

My fiancé and I have also signed up to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity.

Who is your role model in business or in life, and why?

My parents. They are a great balance of business and creative and have each taught me so many great things. I’m the person I am today because of them.

Where do you go when the going gets tough?

I go on a run with my black Lab/German shepherd mix, Shade; he’s also who my business is named after.

What’s your favorite local business other than your own?

I love my aesthetician and good friend, Stacy, of Stacy’s Place in the Palladio. I would never let anyone else touch my eyebrows! Second is Amanda (also a good friend) of Blush in the Palladio. She’s an amazing hairstylist!

And finally, customer service is…?

All about the relationship. You need to listen to your client to learn how to make them happy.

Do you know that our editorial is not paid for, nor can it be purchased?

In fact, our Introducing and Dine reviews are not paid advertisements. If you’d like your business profiled, please email Megan Wiskus at megan@stylemg.com. Once we determine when your business will be featured, we will contact you to schedule a time to come out and take a photograph. Thank you!

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Answers by Cori Avila Describe your business. Did you find it, or did it find you?

We’ve always had clothing in our ranch store, but it was mixed in and lacked flow—sometimes next to feedbags or chicken supplies. We felt like it was intruding on the feed store. One day, our dad started cleaning the storage area in order to lease it out again. I suggested we expand and move the clothing to its own space—the former storage area. The next day, he was ripping out ceilings and floors; five months later, we had Lees’ boutique.

Why is your staff the best in the business?

We have five women, including Tegan and myself, who love fashion and helping women feel beautiful in their clothing. All of us take the time to help customers pick out outfits, bring sizes and help accessorize outfits…with a smile.

Where do you go when the going gets tough?

I turn to the three most important men in my life: my husband, who always grounds me and gives me solid advice; my dad, with whom I usually see eyeto-eye with on most things; and my brother, who’s always straightforward.

What’s your biggest job perk?

Since we opened our boutique a year-and-a-half ago, Tegan and I have not had to shop anywhere else. We try to hold off for a week after a new item comes in, but if it’s still there after, it’s ours!

What’s your favorite place to eat out locally?

Well, it’s not quite eating out, but Urban Yogurt in Shingle Springs—coconut or banana!

And finally, customer service is…?

Everything! Anybody can sell clothing, but it’s the service that sets us apart. Helping women shop is the best part of our job.

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WEIDEL ON WHEELS! The new front grille of the popular Lexus RX 350 is quite new…and different. It’s a bit ominous, like it was designed for Darth Vader, and will be interesting to see how well the new design is received. Check out this month’s in-depth look by Jeffrey Weidel.

5 MUST-DO ACTIVITIES TO CONNECT KIDS WITH NATURE As a mother and program manager for the nonprofit Wildlife Heritage Foundation, local Kelly Velasco is always looking for ways to cultivate a connection between kids and the natural world around them. Here is a quick list of things you can do today to create a relationship between your child and nature.

DON’T GET CROSS WITH ME For all you wordsmiths and puzzle fanatics, don’t miss this month’s Word Play clues and answers to “Falling into Fall.” Just click and fill in the blanks…

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1. Fitbit Blaze Smart Fitness

Watch, $189.99 at Target, 4400 Town Center Boulevard, El Dorado Hills. 916-605-0184, target.com

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Manduka ProLite Yoga Mat, $80 at Main St. Yoga, 447 Main Street, Placerville. 530-748-3513, mainstyoga.com

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Suja Twilight Protein Organic Fruit and Almond Drink, $3.99 at Nugget Market, 4500 Post Street, El Dorado Hills. 916-933-1433, nuggetmarket.com

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‘Absolutely Avocados: 80 Amazing Avocado Recipes for Every Meal of the Day’ by Gaby Dalkin, $17.99 at Placerville News Company, 409 Main Street, Placerville. 530-622-4510, pvillenews.com

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Mind and Body Rejuvenation Spa Package, $310 at Asante Spa, 530 Post Court, El Dorado Hills.

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Self Blending Juicer Cup in Blue, $39.98 at Apollo Box, theapollobox.com

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Dr. Bronner’s 18-in-1 Hemp Lavender Pure-Castile Soap, $12.99 at Placerville Natural Foods Coop, 535 Placerville Drive, Placerville. 530-621-3663, placervillefoods.coop

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5 September Sing-Alongs

by Tom Mailey

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5 / Neil Diamond, “September Morn” Sure, it may be cliché to include this one from Neil at the height of his glorious late’70s glittery-shirt days, but when he’s able to wring every ounce of drama from lines like…

September morn Do you remember how we danced that night away?

Two lovers playing scenes from some romantic play September mornings still can make me feel that way.

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4 / Frank Sinatra, “September Song” Yep, Frank’s got two songs about September. This one,

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writ te n by Willie Nelson back when he was known primarily as one of America’s best songwriters, is about romance…or the lack of it…sung from the point of view of a guy who is fine with a little flirting in spring and summer, but he’s getting a little impatient that he hasn’t yet found that special someone to help keep his furnace stoked, so to speak, as winter draws near.

Oh, it’s a long, long while from May to December But the days grow short when you reach September When the autumn weather turns the leaves to flame One hasn’t got time for the waiting game

goes right to your heart. And when your dad happens to be Johnny Cash, well, you ask him to join you on this gorgeous reflection from 2003 about what it means to have a loved one in the autumn of their life.

When the shadows lengthen And burn away the past They will fly me like an angel to A place where I can rest When this begins I’ll let you in September when it comes

1 / Earth, Wine & Fire, “September” 3 / Green Day, “Wake Me Up When September Ends” This beautiful, mournful ballad could be interpreted as someone recalling the end of a long-ago summer romance, but singer Billy Joe Armstrong actually wrote it about the death of his father when he was 10, as spelled out by the heart-wrenching lines.

Summer has come and passed The innocent can never last Wake me up when September ends Like my father’s come to pass 20 years has gone so fast Wake me up, when September ends

2 / Roseanne and Johnny Cash, “September When It Comes” For anyone with an aging parent, this one

Let’s end this playlist on a high note, shall we? The beat. The horns. Those falsetto “ba de yas”…this one gets you swaying like an autumn wind through the branches of a Lake Tahoe aspen grove. No month has ever had a better anthem.

Say do you remember Dancin’ in September Never was a cloudy dayyyyyyyy....

It’s stuck in your head now, isn’t it? Mine too. If you’ll excuse me, I’m gonna pop it on the stereo now and go rake some leaves.

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Illustration by David Norby.

ave you ever noticed how many songs there are about September?

Seriously. Look it up. I stopped counting at 20.

Maybe it’s as simple as September rhyming perfectly with “December” and “remember,” or maybe it’s because September is a fulcrum of sorts—the pivot point as summer turns to fall…the shorter days and longer shadows…the hint of a chill in the air. As we say goodbye to summer and all its joys—including, perhaps, a summer romance—and with looming gloom of winter ahead, songwriters, it seems, tend to get a little introspective. Melancholy, too—many of the songs deal with loss or impending loss.

No matter. September has inspired some classic songs. Tony Bennett, “Maybe September.” Carole King, “It Might as Well Rain Until September.” Frank Sinatra, “September of My Years.” As you head out this month to hit Apple Hill, take in the fall colors of the Sierra, or if you’re just feeling a little introspective, here are five songs about September that should be on your playlist.

Behind life’s adventures is a primary care doctor.

Whether it’s a big day out or just a really busy day, having a supportive partner makes every step a little better. The primary care doctors of Mercy Medical Group will work with you so you can enjoy every part of your active life. Find your doctor during Open Enrollment by visiting mymercymedicalgroup.org/openenrollment or calling 877-771-5864.