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36 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards

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6 Editor’s Note 8 Click 11 Ask the Experts 13 What’s Up 14 Get to Know – Debi Worth 16 FYI 18 Calendar 20 Shelf Life 24 Health & Wellness 32 Swag 65 Dine – Bistro La Petite France 66 Dine – Crystal Basin Bistro 67 Restaurant Guide 70 Taste 72 Escape 76 Introducing 80 Outtakes 82 Tom’s Take

It’s back! For the eighth year in a row Style brings you the readers’ choices for their local favorites – people, places and things! Don’t miss this year’s 200-plus winners.

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nless, of course, it’s a Style Readers’ Choice Award! In that case, winning is quite impressive. Over the years, our annual contest of readers’ choices for local favorites has become the talk of the town, with competition becoming increasingly fierce. We are all presented with hundreds, if not thousands of choices a day – some decisions easier than others – but the ones we celebrate this month are those shared by many. With thousands of votes counted, this year we proudly give you an expanded list – including many new categories – of local winners. The numerous awardees run the gamut from favorite breakfast place and favorite place to get vegetarian food to favorite kids’ activity and favorite pet groomer, all the way to favorite local athlete, favorite wedding DJ and favorite best kept secret.

My favorite secret (which is secret no more) is keeping this month’s magazine handy in my car or purse for when I’m in the market for something new...like a new Thai restaurant or somewhere to get my oil changed. It’s a good reference for finding people, businesses, services and activities that have been approved of by so many fellow residents.

Speaking of secrets, if you have a high school senior this year, don’t miss Melissa Camilleri Magliola’s “Countdown to College” in Our Kids.

She gives succinct strategies and tips to ease the stress and increase a kid’s success throughout the college admissions process.

Also in this issue, make your next party (the holidays are on our heels!) a winner withJamila B. Khan’s “Host with the Most” in Home Design.

Add a little spark to your shin-dig with these seven hospitable must-haves. And since you will also want to look glowing at your gatherings, check out “Forever Young” in Health & Wellness for the best anti-aging products on the market. From creams and serums to hair and smile care, the list will set you on a path to the fountain of youth.

Looking to get involved in the community or find a new activity? Find more to see and do within the pages of What’s Up, FYI and the Calendar. Until next month, enjoy the new season in town and let your old favorites know how much you love them.

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Lynette’s Course Lead her to Sutter Lynette was shocked when she was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer after a routine mammogram. But she did her research and learned about a new radiotherapy treatment that would eliminate the need to have weeks of radiation following her tumor-removal surgery. She switched her care to Sutter, and within two months of her initial diagnosis, she was cancer-free.

Lynette’s story is not unusual. Sutter Cancer Center, Sacramento is the only center to offer INTRABEAM® Interoperative Radiotherapy in the Greater Sacramento Region and is accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers.

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stylemg. com You Can Never Have Too Much Style HAPPY HOUR AT HOME Mix up your end-of-day routine with a new cocktail. How does a Peach Saketini sound? This month we serve you this recipe and others from handy cookbook 400 Blender Cocktails by Andrew Chase, Alison Kent and Nicole Young.

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Need a new recipe to try? Take our notes from new cookbook, Vegan Indian Cooking by Anupy Singla and you’ll have healthy and adventurous food on the table in no time. Here’s one to get you started: Masala Pizza. Yum!

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If a student shows signs of boredom, A: doesn’t complete homework assignments regularly or receives a bad grade on the first quiz or test, it’s a clear indication he/she is going through a difficult phase in learning. It becomes imperative for parents to seek assistance from a professional tutor with the qualifications, skills and experience to help. Tutors can guide the student by ensuring they clearly understand subjects, concepts and methods, by checking the accuracy of homework and re-teaching the lessons as necessary. A tutor also coaches in study skills improvement, confidence building, test-taking skills development and time management, through individualized attention that is seldom possible at school these days. A responsible tutor makes all efforts to ensure the student achieves the highest grade point (A+) or maintains at least a B in the subject.

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Many of these mattresses are also made of the purest and most durable components, equaling high performance at a lower cost.

Other benefits include: ecologically healthy components, built to last; designed for optimum support and pressure reduction; designed to aid in optimal breathing and posture; multiple styles and levels of firmness – dual-sided for couples; eliminates roll-together and center sag; quiet and stable – no side-to-side motion or bounce.

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elcome to October! Folsombased startup SynapSense Corp. named Ryan Benton as its new chief financial officer. Benton, who has 20 years of finance and operating experience, has previously worked as CFO for SoloPower Inc., the corporate controller for eFunds Corp. and as a financial consultant to ASMA. SynapSense, located in the Palladio at Broadstone, develops energy-saving software and systems for data centers...Are you a fan of photography and Folsom? If so, submit your photos to the Folsom Focus Photography Contest.

Entries will be accepted in three age groups (under 12, 12-17, and over 18) for all three categories (Artistic Lens in Black and White, Folsom Events, and Folsom Outdoors) until October 19. For complete contest rules and prizes, visit the Folsom Art Association’s Web site at folsomarts.org/folsom-focusphotography-contest-2012...Buffalo wing restaurant chain Wingstop will open this month at 1115 East Bidwell Street. Along with made-to-order chicken wings with a choice of 10 different marinades, the restaurant serves seasoned fries, coleslaw and fresh-cut veggies...Sadly, local discount retailer Wise Buys called it quits in mid-August a n d l i q u i d a te d Do you have a favorite its stock over holiday recipe and want the past two to be featured in Style’s months. One of November 2012 issue? Email us the recipe, a photo of your the company’s family, and tell us what you’re three stores most “thankful” for this year! was located at Send to info@stylemg.com; 1012 Riley Street deadline is October 5! in Folsom...Matt Knowles, owner of Sea Escape Travel in Folsom was awarded the 2012 Top 25 Travel Agents in the U.S. Award

by Travel Agent Magazine. Knowles, who specializes in travel to the South Pacific and Hawaii, can add this distinction to his already-long list of laurels: He has received four awards from Tourism Australia for Excellence, as well as the 2009 Kiwi (New Zealand) Specialist of The Year Award.

Congrats!...Farmers’ market season is drawing to a close. Head out to the El Dorado Hills Certified Farmers’ Market in the El Dorado Hills Town Center parking lot on Sundays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. before it ends on October 28. The Thursday morning

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What’s Happening at Palladio at Broadstone?

European clothing retailer H&M opened its doors on September 6 (410 Palladio Parkway). Other businesses setting up shop this fall at Palladio include children’s clothing retailer Gymboree and Grebitus & Sons Jewelers.

farmers’ market, held at the El Dorado Hills Community Services District’s parking lot from 8 a.m. to noon, concludes on October 18...A survey from the National Council on Aging (NCOA), UnitedHealthcare and USA TODAY found most older Americans feel their best years are still to come with more than 75 percent of seniors ages 6069 saying they expect their quality of life to stay the same or get better over the next 5-10 years...Curious about the saints or scoundrels in your family tree? Learn how to find those ancestors or revive your old

research at the 14th Annual Family History Day at the California State Archives on October 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The free, all-day event includes more than 25 beginner-level genealogy classes on topics such as the census, vital records, cemeteries, maps, ethnic research and more. For more details, visit fhdnewsline. blogspot.com...That’s all for this month, but check back in November for Style’s annual Thanksgiving feature!

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

A: Your life is not your master – it’s your child.

Q: What comes to you naturally?

A: Inspiring others Q: What’s your biggest pet peeve?

A: The word “can’t” Q: Biggest life inspirations?

A: My dance teachers Q: What are you most proud of?

A: Showcasing young dancers all over the world.

Q: Favorite humanitarian cause?

A: Habitat for Humanity Q: Best words of wisdom you’ve received A: “Integrity in Dance and Life”

A decade ago, after more than 12 years away to pursue her education and a career in dance, Debi Worth found herself once again in El Dorado Hills. “I was born and raised in El Dorado County,” Worth says.

“I was coming home.”

Although she’d been a successful professional dancer – touring all over t h e wo r l d w i t h M i s s United States pageants – a torn ligament in her back caused Worth to focus her energies on teaching. She is now a tenured professor at Folsom Lake College and the owner of El Dorado Dance Academy, a thriving business which has grown from humble beginnings to one with 25 employees teaching a wide range of dance styles.

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of her work is the ability to share her love of dance with the community. Her dance troupes perform at events and benefits throughout the region and the world, and every year in August, the studio hosts a Dance Jubilee day with free dance classes open to the public. More than anything, however, Worth tries to always live by her motto, “Integrity in Dance and Life,” which can mean anything from keeping kids dressed ageappropriately to getting them involved in local charity events. “I love touching the lives of young people and inspiring them,” Worth says. “Dance enriches their lives, makes them part of something bigger than just themselves.”

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favorites Author/writer: Fareed Zakaria Guilty pleasure: Ice cream Meal in town: Grilled Italiano at Mama Ann’s Local landmark: The painted rocks in El Dorado Hills Memory: Blushing in front of my computer when my high school crush contacted me over the Internet. (We ended up getting married.)

Movie: Legally Blonde Musician/band: Alison Krauss or anything bluegrass Place to buy a gift, locally: Placerville Hardware Local nonprofit: Choices for Children

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n October 20 and 21, the 20th Annual Folsom Renaissance Faire will provide the ultimate weekend escape. Journey back in time to 16th century England, during the rule of Queen Elizabeth I and the time of London’s popular playwright, William Shakespeare. Enter a delightful Elizabethan village, with more than 900 actors and entertainers in period costume speaking the Queen’s English; visitors are encouraged to come in costume as well. As you stroll through the Faire, you’ll encounter knights and nobles, pirates and peasants, artists, musicians and actors. These colorful characters will create vignettes resembling scenes from some of Shakespeare’s most popular plays.

Continuous entertainment will take place all along the grounds of the Faire and on stages, featuring comedy and theatre shows, juggling, storytelling, music, dance and games. The Imperial Knights, a nationally acclaimed jousting troupe, will return for the second year to do battle in the Rodeo Arena next to the park – their metal armor, 12-foot lances, thundering mounts and splintering hits are all real. The jousting exhibitions are part history lesson, part rodeo and part demolition derby!

Artisans and crafters will demonstrate some of the trades of the day, and more than 100 shopkeepers will offer a wide variety of handmade goods to buy, including jewelry, pottery, clothing, toys, perfumes and more. Satisfy your appetite at the Faire’s open-air food court, with vendors offering tempting food and drink, including the ever-popular giant roasted turkey drumsticks and pub fare.

The family-friendly Faire is presented by Renaissance Productions, in collaboration with Folsom Parks and Recreation. Tickets are $14/adults; $9 for students K-12 with proof of school assignment, ages 6-12 and seniors ages 55 and up; and free for children under age 6. Onsite parking is $4/vehicle. Proceeds will benefit the CAVE Teen Centers and Friends of the Folsom Library. The Faire takes place at Folsom City Lions Park from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

— Lesley Miller For online ticket sales, discounts and more information, visit folsomfaire.com.

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arly and mid20th century history will come alive at Three Stages this month. Audiences will learn about the people and music of yester years in an entertaining and thought-provoking format.

For one very special matinee performance on October 14, Ensemble Galilei will bring their innovative and imaginative production of First Person: Seeing America. A selection of rare American photographs from New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art will be accompanied by readings from some of our nation’s most beloved authors (Hughes, Muir and more), performed by nationally recognized actors Bill Pullman and Lily Knight – all intermingled with energetic and moving music by Ensemble Galilei.

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tober 15-17), This Is The ‘60s will offer more than 30 songs that’ll make you feel like you’ve traveled back in time! Live performances, film, dance, computer-generated imagery and more will come together for a fun revival of ‘60s pop culture. Seven talented performers will use high-concept stage design, vintage clothes, period newsreel footage and TV commercials to realistically recreate the memorable era. Hear classic rock ‘n’ roll at its finest with music from the Rolling Stones, Crosby Stills & Nash and nearly every popular musical group in between. Don’t miss this opportunity to stroll down a psychedelic memory lane!

— LeeAnn Dickson For more information and to purchase tickets, visit threestages.net.

the10 spot Scary Movie Trivia From classics to new releases, there are plenty of freaky films to get you in the Halloween spirit. Think you’re a diehard horror movie fanatic? Test your knowledge of cinematic horror with Style’s scary movie quiz.

1. How many minutes of actual screen time did Anthony Hopkins have in his Oscar-winning role as Hannibal in Silence of the Lambs?

2. What was the first Stephen King novel adapted into a movie?

3. How many times has the black and white, 1968 film Night of the Living Dead been colorized?

4. True or False: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre was based on a real event.

5. If you’re a teenager living on Elm Street, what should you never do?

6. British actor Boris Karloff became a cinematic icon when he famously played the role of what monster?

7. During promotion of The Ring Two copies of the cursed VHS tape were dropped in various public places with links to the film’s thenWeb site. True or false?

8. Jamie Lee Curtis’ wardrobe for the 1978 film Halloween was purchased for around how much money?

9. What did theater ushers ask those affected by motion sickness to do during viewings of The Blair Witch Project?

10. What’s the name of the only horror movie to be nominated for 10 Oscars?

— Danielle Enns

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Autumn Abounds OCTOBER 13 COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP DAY Dispose of large/bulky, unwanted items, green waste and e-waste at the VPD (4250 Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Open to residents of El Dorado Hills and those within the district boundaries. For more details on non-acceptable materials and optional disposal, visit edhcsd.org/waste_connections.html.

SAVE THE DATE! NOVEMBER 24 ANNUAL HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING The El Dorado Hills CSD, in collaboration with the El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce and El Dorado Hills Town Center, invites you to this festive celebration at the EDH Town Center Theatre Plaza. The young at heart won’t want to miss an early visit from Santa Claus!

For more information about this event and other happenings, visit edhcsd.org or call 916-933-6624.

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Foodie find photo by Dante Fontana.

The Hub Coffee House & Café A recent fall morning had me craving iced coffee and, with hunger overtaking my brain, something to nibble and savor alongside. I found just what I was looking for at The Hub Coffee House & Café, conveniently located in the El Dorado Hills Town Center. The airy café – comfortably populated with customers typing away on laptops and enjoying their daily caffeine fix – felt warm and inviting. Each wall featured local art and paintings for sale. The menu, which changes daily based on the owner/chef’s inspiration is nicely varied, featuring simple-yet-delicious options like their Cuban Panini, Beef Barley Soup, and Chicken Shallot Pizza with pesto. I was lucky enough to sample a slice of the Mushroom Onion Fontina Tart with Sherry reduction. The tart tasted even better than it looked, bursting with flavors of onion and earthy mushrooms, with just enough salty Fontina to score a perfect ingredient combination. It was light enough for breakfast, yet decadent enough to not leave me needing more. My much-needed java craving was satisfied with a milky iced Americano concocted with sublimely roasted beans – a distinct taste that surfaced with every sip. Open until 9 p.m. on Fridays (open mic night) and Saturdays, the Hub is also a cool way to cap off any night out. The Hub Coffee House & Café, 4364 Town Center Boulevard, Suite 110, El Dorado Hills, 916-939-6764, facebook. com/thehubcoffeehousecafe/info.

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Oak Ridge High School Community Foundation's 13th Annual Golf Tournament Starting at noon at the Serrano Country Club, this community fundraiser will feature great prizes, wonderful food, golf and an opportunity to network and meet new and old friends. Proceeds help fund school improvement projects. To learn more, visit orhsfoundation.com.

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Dignity Health’s Care Begins with Me This women’s health and lifestyle event – from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Sheraton Grand Sacramento – will include wine, hors d’oeuvres, desserts, a Marketplace Expo featuring the latest in fashion and beauty items, guest speaker Reneé Rongen, plus stylish swag bags to take home. To register, visit carebeginswithme.org.

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El Dorado Hills Newcomers Club presents a charity gala benefiting The Center for Violence-free Relationships at Serrano Country Club. The evening, beginning at 6:30 p.m. will include a fashion show for men and women (with celebrity commentary!), a gourmet buffet, raffles, dancing and a silent auction. For more details, call 916-939-9277.

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Cruising for Kids Sake This pre-1974 classic car show, perfect for the whole family, will benefit Shriners Hospital for Children in Sacramento. Held at Lowe's Home Improvement (Greenback/ Sunrise Boulevard), the show will last from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more details, visit capcruz.com.

A Heart’s Jewel and Triumph Acclaimed violinist Rebecca Corruccini will perform Mendelssohn’s Concerto in E minor and other beloved violin concertos at the Folsom Symphony’s season opener.

Held at Three Stages, the concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. For more details, visit folsomsymphony.com.

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Scarecrow Corral at Pioneer Village Head to Pioneer Village for a scarecrow contest! Gold panners, blacksmiths, farmers and train engineers will also be making special appearances from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more details about this event sponsored by the Folsom Historical Society, Folsom Arts Association and Zittel Farms, email mjmast7@gmail.com.

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Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps A three-year run on Broadway and two Tony Awards later, The 39 Steps comes to Three Stages for its first extended run in the Sacramento region. This Hitchcock classic features 150 characters played by four actors, often executing their costume and set changes in front of the live audience. For show times and more details, visit threestages.net.

This one-of-a-kind event, presented by the Folsom Historic District and myfolsom.com, brings a large display of carved and lit pumpkins to Sutter Street. Trick-or-treat at local merchants and watch family-friendly Halloween movies outside under the stars on a giant movie screen! For more details, visit historicfolsom.org/events.cfm.

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For even more events happening in our area, log on to our Web site: stylemg.com and click on Calendar. And, be sure to check out our Blog! Send your events to info@stylemg.com.

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Night of a 1,000 Pumpkins

more events Through November 4 – Extraordinary Collections. At this Folsom History Museum exhibit, discover the zany, quirky and jaw-dropping items your friends and neighbors collect. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit folsomhistorymusuem.org.

October 6 – El Dorado Hills Community Parade. Celebrating the community of El Dorado Hills is just what this parade is all about. See it stroll by from 11 a.m. to noon at El Dorado Hills Town Center. For more details, email parade@theconcours.net.

October 6-7 – Sacramento Guitar Society Presents Johannes Möller. Don’t miss the world-class talent of Swedish guitarist and composer Johannes Möller. Since his first public concerts as a boy, he has performed more than 500 concerts in Europe, Asia, South and North America. For show times and tickets, visit threestages.net.

October 12 – Fairways to Fairytales Golf Tournament. Don't miss this Fairytale Town benefit tournament to take place at Empire Ranch Golf Club in Folsom.

Dinner, raffle, live auction and awards will follow. Check-in at noon. For details, visit fairytaletown.org.

October 13 – Festa 2012! Enjoy an Italian family-style dinner in the garden and listen to singer Pete Rossi with accordionist Dave Chelini, all while raising money for the historic Murer House in Folsom. Dinner will take place at the House from 4-7 p.m. and include antipasti, salad, bread, lasagna, chicken marsalla and dessert. To register, call 916-985-3250.

October 13 – Annual Fall Festival. Come to Green Acres Nursery & Supply from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and join in festivities including food, music, games, face painting, pumpkins and more! Food by local food trucks starting at 11 a.m. Music starts at 3 p.m. For more details, visit idiggreenacres.com.

October 15-17 – This Is The ’60s. Blending live music performance – from the Rolling Stones to The Supremes – film, dance, lighting, computer-generated imagery, and high-concept stage design, This Is The ’60s will immerse your entire family into the pop culture of the decade. For show times and tickets, visit threestages.net.

October 20-21 – Renaissance Faire Ye Olde Book Sale. Benefitting Friends of the Folsom Library, this themed book sale will feature out-of-print, one-of-a-kind, antique, fiction, non-fiction and children’s books at bargain prices. The sale will be held at Folsom City Lions Park from 10

a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. For more details, call 916-355-737.

October 21 – Glenn Miller Orchestra.

Performing hits like “In The Mood,” “Moonlight Serenade” and “Tuxedo Junction,” this group of talented musicians and singers keep Miller’s legacy alive. Held at Three Stages at 2 p.m., this concert is sure to take you down memory lane. For tickets, visit threestages.net.

October 26-28 – Safe & Super Halloween.

The Grimm brothers' classic fairy tales will come to life during three nights of trickor-treating and family fun for the 26th annual event at Fairytale Town. The event will also feature thematic décor, hands-on activities and a costume parade. For more details, visit fairytaletown.org.

October 26-28 – Art & Antiques Show and Sale. Support the exhibition and education programs of the Crocker Art Museum while perusing vintage jewelry, antique furniture and more. Specialists will be available to answer appraisal questions throughout the show, which will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m.to 4 p.m. Sunday at Sacramento’s Scottish Rite Center. For more details, visit crockerartmuseum.org.

October 27 – Apassionato. Held at Serrano Country Club, this event will feature an exquisite dinner prepared

by S e r ra n o C h e f Kev i n N i c h o l s , auctions (silent and live) presented by professional auctioneer Steven Godfryd and more; funds raised will support El Dorado Arts Council’s Arts in Education programs. To purchase tickets, visit eldoradoartscouncil.org.

SAVE THE DATE November 3 – Celebration of Miracles 2012. The annual fundraiser benefiting Friends of NICU will take place at Folsom’s Lake Natoma Inn from 6 to 11 p.m. The evening will include butler-passed appetizers and food/dessert stations, wine tasting, a silent auction as well as an exciting performance by world-renowned artist, David Garibaldi. To purchase tickets, visit friendsofnicu.org.

November 3 – Twin Lakes Food Bank Dinner Auction. Enjoy dinner, live music by the Manuel Luiz Trio, and a silent and live auction hosted by Dave Bender. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. at Oak Hills Auditorium in Folsom, and all funds raised will help feed those in need. For more details, visit twinlakesfoodbank.org.

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ALBUMS

BOOKS

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Infinite Arms – Band of Horses Almost pop, a little bit rock, a touch of folk – it’s hard to describe Band of Horses’ Infinite Arms. Sweeping melodies will swirl in your head for days and gorgeous vocal harmonies will bring a smile to your face merely because of their sweetness. Are we overselling? You tell us.

The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson Alongside Henry James’ The Turn of the Screw, Shirley Jackson’s 1959 The Haunting of Hill House is a literary horror classic. Popular enough to be twice made into a movie (1963 and 1999), nothing replaces the slow, unfolding psychological terror of reading Jackson’s original masterpiece.

Carnival of Souls Made in 1962 for $33,000, Carnival of Souls is a must for fans of Lynch and Romero, or horror in general. With its unique score and unsettling sound and visual design, Carnival of Souls is more of a stylistic horror movie than blood and guts (there isn’t any); a curiously unsettling piece of filmmaking for this holiday month.

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The Carpenter – The Avett Brothers The Avett Brothers are the perfect compliments to the ghouls and goblins on the loose this October. Their seventh studio album, The Carpenter returns to the trademark simplicity of 2009’s I and Love and You, but tracks like “Paul Newman Vs. The Demons” show they haven’t forgotten how to get loud.

NOW: Breed by Chase Novak Chase Novak is the pseudonym for National Book Award-winner Scott Spencer (A Ship Made of Paper, Endless Love). It’s clear why a name change was in order – Breed is not for the faint of heart. Simply put, a gruesome tale of fertility treatment, Breed has already been praised by the likes of Stephen King and is a Halloween must.

The Cabin in the Woods From the mind of Buffy/Firefly genius Joss Whedon, this flick starts out as a paint-by-numbers “teens go camping” horror story. You’ll think you’ve seen the movie before, right up until the moment when…(ha!), like we’d really spoil what’s in store for you. All we can say is that it’s awesome, and a mandatory Halloween viewing.

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Flicks with Style – Killing Them Softly Adapted from a popular novel, the movie follows a professional enforcer who investigates a heist made on a high-stakes, mob protected poker game. In theaters October 19.

— Justin Buettner For Style movie-guru Justin’s thoughts on more October movie releases, visit stylemg.com and click on Flicks with Style! And, for even more, visit facebook.com/flickswithstyle.

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“The Uncensored Message that My Wife Asked Me Not to Write…”

Dear friend, Well, at first, my wife asked me not to write this. We had a big discussion about it. Finally, she understood what I was trying to do, and actually helped me write this letter to you.

Here’s the thing. In my office, most of the people that come in to see me tell me they’ve “tried everything.”

They’ve had “every” test, wound up with huge medical bills, and are still no better off.

Often, they’ve been subjected to medications that have only served to temporarily mask symptoms.

That’s not what most people are looking for.

might never regain feeling again in her left leg.

A friend of mine convinces me to give his doctor a try. This new doctor does an exam takes some films, and then ‘adjusts’ my wife’s spine (he tells us there is compression in her body creating pressure on the nerves that are affecting her legs.) The adjustment is very gentle, and post exams and films are taken to assure the adjustment is successful.

Health, or the lack of it, very often has simple causes, and very reasonable corrections.

That’s what I’m going to tell you about.

But, before I tell you more, let me On the way home from our visit tell you something about me… my wife states that she felt At the time, I’m about to become a tingling in her legs! Oh, did I brand new father. For nine months mention that this doctor is a my wife and I are excited and a bit chiropractor? Within a few short nervous to meet our unborn months, she has full use of both daughter. Then it happens, my legs. I’m so impressed with the wife is having complications so the results, and the other ‘miracles’ doctor induces her one month that are shared with us at his early. The labor is exhausting and office, that I eventually went to the cord is wrapped around my chiropractic school myself. And daughter’s neck. With no time to that’s how it happened! spare, the doctor delivers our baby by way of forceps. Our newborn is Back to what my wife (at first) lifeless when we first meet her, and didn’t want me to write. It’s that my wife is physically, mentally, chiropractic is one of the biggest and emotionally spent. “secrets” in health care. Few people (relatively, only 10% have After a week in the intensive care been to a chiropractor) know unit my daughter, Aislyn, is well about it. And many of the rest enough to go home. Sadly, my could be helped if they only knew wife is not doing well. She has the true story. My wife could have limited use of both of her legs and been confined to a walker or is checked out of the hospital with possibly a wheelchair had we not a walker. Our lives become a been encouraged to seek challenge as she cannot carry our chiropractic care. So, I often feel baby from room to room, and I am like shouting it from the away most of the day. The doctor’s mountaintop! Is that at the hospital are perplexed so “professional?” Well, maybe it is, they refer us to a neurologist. We or maybe not. But, I’ve decided left with a grim prognosis that she people should know.

Many of my patients travel well differently to care, but we get over an hour each way to see me terrific results. It’s that simple! for various problems like: Exciting Offer-Look, I know you’re smart. You want to get to  Headaches the cause of your problem, and not  Migraines just cover it up with drugs. When  Chronic pain you are one of the first 20 people  Neck pain to call and schedule a new patient  Shoulder/arm pain exam (by O September 28,, 22012) c to ber 31 01 2  Whiplash from car you’ll receive that entire exam for accidents $37. That includes x-rays, a  Backaches computerized postural analysis  Numbness in limbs and a detailed report of findings.  Athletic injuries The whole ball of wax, and, there Just to name a few… are no hidden fees. But, call right away because we expect to be Here’s what some of my flooded with calls as this exam patients had to say: normally costs $275.

Again, there’s only 20 of these slots, so After my first adjustment, it don’t miss out and call today (by law, this offer excludes was like the floodgates were open. . I have been twisted up Medicare/Medicaid recipients.) for over 20 years and for the Great care at a great fee…Please, I first time I am moving in the hope that there’s no right direction. misunderstanding about quality -Sam W of care just because I have a lower exam fee. You’ll get great care at Dr. Hassey’s technique proves I a great fee. My qualifications…I’m didn’t have to be in pain for the a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic. rest of my life. I was able to get I’ve been entrusted to take care of back to the active life I enjoy. tiny babies to pro athletes that -Toni S. you may know. I just have that low exam fee to help more people who As amazing as this may sound, I need care. have been symptom free since my first visit!

My assistant is Katie and she is a -Greg G. really great person. Our office is both friendly and warm and we try our best to make you feel at After many years of major home. We have a wonderful shoulder pain, I saw Dr. Hassey service, at an exceptional fee. Our and after a few corrections the office is called NUCALI SPINAL constant pain was gone.

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Thank you and God bless.

- Tantra M. -Matthew Hassey, D.C. Several times a day patients thank me for helping them with P.S. When accompanied by the their health problems. But I can’t first, I am also offering the second really take the credit. The truth is family member this same that I’ve never healed anyone of examination for only $10. anything. What I do is perform a specific spinal adjustment to remove nerve pressure, and the body responds by healing itself.

Of course, all people respond

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Elemental Excellence

by Abigail Blank

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etal is typically seen as a masculine element. Yet in the hands of metal sculptor and local artist Kristen Hoard, rigid metals – including aluminum, copper and steel – become flowing curvaceous images of flowers, hearts and celestial bodies.

“I used to go to art shows all the time and I loved metal. It never really occurred to me to make art myself, and then someone said to me, ‘Why don’t you take a class?’” Hoard remembers. The humble 22 stylemg.com - October 2012

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Visit kristenhoard.com for more information.

artbeat Through November 1 – On the Wild Side. See oil paintings and gourd sculptures by Judy Arrigotti, photography by Lewis Kemper and watercolors by Monica Turner. At the neighboring Community Gallery, view paintings by Folsom Zoo Sanctuary animals. For details, visit facebook. com/thegalleryat48natoma.

Photo by Dante Fontana.

kristen hoard

beginnings of her career in early 2000 were spent taking welding classes at a local art school and creating pieces on the patio of her small condo in the Bay Area.

It quickly became clear that running a 50foot extension cord through her house to power a welder and plasma cutter was limiting her creativity, so she sought out an area with a reputation for embracing the arts, and soon discovered the beautiful community of Sacramento.

In 2005, Hoard made a significant shift in her style. Having previously focused on masks, faces and mirrors made from a variety of scrap metals, an enlightening experience at a music festival sent her in an entirely different direction. She decided to take the intriguing ways in which fire, light and metal were combined by the artists at the festival and make it into more accessible art that could be brought into the home. As a result, her sculptures took on a whole new life.

Hoard has also bravely tackled the

topic of mental health with her sculptures. Since her own sister struggled with mental illness and depression during the majority of her adulthood, Hoard was inspired to create pieces meant to give the viewer insight into the mind of someone suffering from depression. In the fall of 2010, the Sacramento-based 2110 Art Gallery invited Hoard to exhibit her work alongside Shirley Mason (the woman made famous in a book titled Sybil about her multiple personality disorder). The Edge of Darkness, a tall metal box featuring quotes from her sister about her struggles welded around it, was Hoard’s most meaningful piece.

“People got to walk around the piece to read each thing. It created a different state of mind for the viewer,” she says. But the work wasn’t easy.

“These pieces were really new for me, because they were conceptual instead of decorative. It was a transformation for me, but it took a lot out of me too.”

The outcome was worth every ounce of her energy, though. “I think my sister felt really honored,” she says.

Currently, Hoard’s channeling all of her creativity into giving customers the utmost beauty in her creations infused with metal, fire and light. “When I’m working with clients for a custom piece, I try to meet them and see their space – the colors and the artistic style, the feel and energy [of the space], and design from there,” Hoard says. With insight like hers, people are certain to love displaying her work.

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Pond’s Dry Skin Cream, $7.99 at Safeway, 2207 Francisco Drive, El Dorado Hills. 916939-9463, safeway.com.

Benedetta Facial Sampler (8 biodynamic and organic skin care product samples), $25, and Benedetta “The” Eye Créme, $75, at benedetta.com.

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tyle’s editors lathered, slathered, rubbed and scrubbed their skin and hair with a slew of products – from creams to cleansers and cosmetics to conditioners – claiming to turn-back-the-clock and leave you looking forever young. Here’s a peek at our favorites.

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SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV SPF 50, $32, SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Interrupter, $150, SkinCeuticals Phyto+, $78, and SkinCeuticals Phloretic CF, $152, at Dermatology Center of Northern California, 192 Blue Ravine Road, Folsom, 916-983-3373, norcaldermatology.com.

Éminence Neroli Age Corrective Eye Serum, $58.50, and Éminence Firm Skin Acai Masque, $58.50, at Alchemy Day Spa and Boutique, 715 Sutter Street, Suite D, Folsom. 916-355-8597, alchemyspaandboutique.com.

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Omega-3 Water, $23.88 for case of 12 at amazon.com.

L’Oreal Youth Code Foaming Gel Cleanser, $6.99, and L’Oreal Youth Code BB Cream Illuminator, $14.99, at Target, 4400 Town Center Boulevard, El Dorado Hills, 916-605-0184; 430 Blue Ravine Road, Folsom, 916-984-9131, target.com.

Olay Age Defying AntiWrinkle Day Cream & Serum, $14.99 at Walgreens, 1100 Riley Street, Folsom, 916-983-5862; 2595 East Bidwell Street, Folsom.

916-817-6533, walgreens.com.

Pretika SonicPulse Facial Brush $80 at pretikafaceandbodyspa.com.

Jack Black Protein Booster Eye Rescue, $40, Jack Black Protein Booster Skin Serum, $60, and Jack Black Line Smoother Oil-Free Moisturizer, $29, at ULTA, 2381 Iron Point Road, Folsom.

916-984-7582, ulta.com.

Perricone MD Vitamin C Ester 15, $120, and Alterna Caviar Photo-Age Defense, $35, at Planet Beauty, 2766 East Bidwell Street, Suite 500, Folsom. 916-458-0000, planetbeauty.com.

For the Kids

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Pumpkin Patch

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Pumpkin Decorating

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Train Rides

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Musical Entertainment

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Roaming Costumed Characters

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Face Painting

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Carnival Games by It’s Kids’ Time

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For the AdULts

Redken Intra Force Shampoo for Natural Thinning Hair, $15.95, Redken Intra Force Toner for Natural Thinning Hair, $16.95, and Redken Intra Force Scalp Treatment for Natural Thinning Hair, $24.95, at The Beauty Center, 711 East Bidwell Street, Folsom. 916-983-0800.

Supersmile Ultimate Whitening System, $58 at supersmilestore.com.

Proceeds benefit Marshall Foundation for Community Health/ Marshall Jr. Volunteer Program

Oktober Street Festival Near the New Orleans Building

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countdown to college Tips to Acing the Admissions Process

by Melissa Camilleri Magliola

FOR STUDENTS 1. DON’T PROCRASTINATE The California State University application opened October 1, and the University of California online application opens November 1. “Last year during this time, I set alarms on my cell phone to give myself a schedule of when I should have certain parts of my application done. That gave me enough time to double-check all parts before submitting my apps,” Joshua Offenstein, Sacramento State freshman, says. Time management is key. Start today.

2. APPLY BROADLY Joe Fisher, admissions and outreach counselor at Sacramento State, says, “I like to recommend students apply to their dream school, an attainable choice, and a fallback. You never know how competitive a campus will be from year to year.” If the $40-$65 price tag per application is making you cringe, check out porcelina.net/freeapps for a list of U.S. colleges and universities that don’t charge application fees under certain circumstances.

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3. AFTER APPLYING, CHECK YOUR EMAIL AND WRITE DOWN PASSWORDS! “It’s incredible how often I see really bright, college-bound students who are puzzled because they haven’t heard back from a school to which they’ve applied,” says Kara McGuire, head counselor at Casa Roble High School in Orangevale. “Nine times out of 10, they aren’t checking their emails or Web portals.” Fisher concurs. “Most (if not all) communication from universities will be through email.” Check it! And while we’re on the subject of email, we suggest using a simple, professional email address. You’re applying to college; time to retire the cutesy one you made back in fourth grade.

FOR PARENTS 4. KEEP YOUR KID ORGANIZED Putting deadlines on a family calendar is helpful, as well as a special file folder with all college-related paperwork.

Fisher says, “Thousands of students per year have their applications withdrawn from consideration for not meeting deadlines, such as sending in their SAT/ ACT scores or their transcripts on time.”

Offenstein agrees. “I don’t know how many times I called to have the receipt of something confirmed. To think if I didn’t follow-up and didn’t know I was missing something – well, let’s not go there.”

5 ESSENTIAL COLLEGE ADMISSIONS WEB SITES californiacolleges.edu: features a side-by-side comparison tool for all schools in California commonapp.org: for hundreds of independent colleges’ applications, nationwide csumentor.edu: for all California State University schools’ applications

5. PROVIDE EMOTIONAL SUPPORT

porcelina.net/freeapps: for a list of free college applications

This might seem counter-intuitive. Isn’t it YOU who needs support with the empty-nest syndrome approaching?

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We’ve consulted the experts and compiled a list of tips to help your family navigate the often-murky waters of the college admissions process, in hopes of providing some stress-reduction along the way.

isn’t filing the applications; rather, it’s waiting for the admissions decisions.

“You might notice you and your student are fighting way more than usual,” McGuire explains. “This is normal. As parents, we want to keep our babies with us, while our seniors are seeing the light at the end of the tunnel of childhood. It’s a transition. Be gentle with each other.”

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Sheltering Kids and Providing Hope

by Jenn Thornton

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eflecting a now sadly familiar story, Franny and her older sister, Alex, suffered extreme emotional distress from living in a violent household. Later they endured the fallout of their parents’ fractious divorce – one involving the criminal and family court system, Child Protective Services and various government non-profit agencies. Despite well-intentioned attention from all parties, the girls continued to bear severe anxiety resulting from their

…kids might be encouraged to ‘stomp’ on their ‘icky’ feelings... experience – the brunt of its toll painfully obvious to their deeply concerned, and extremely determined mother, Jennifer Rodriguez.

Helping Franny and Alex – now joyful, well-adjusted 9- and 12-year-olds – better deal with their highly-charged emotional challenges led Rodriguez to establish the Orangevale-based non28 stylemg.com - October 2012

profit, Franny’s House, which provides kids with healthy coping strategies to handle situational anxieties and emotional pressures, and their parents with techniques to better manage the stress, establish structure, reset boundaries and rebuild the parent-child trust bond.

Unique to Franny’s House is the nonprofit’s approach to care crisis. There a child’s underlying issues – such as attention seeking behavior in an effort to gain power – and stress-causing triggers are rooted out and dealt with using age-appropriate tactics. Why stress?

Because, Rodriguez recently explained on Blog Talk Radio’s Army of Angels, the organization has identified stress as “…the first barrier to accessing a healthier emotional mindset.” “Therefore,” she elaborates, “We work with our children, and empower them to manage their stress first and then begin to rebuild some of those broken relationships and personal boundaries.”

This happens methodically, initially by tapping into a child’s natural physicality. Children are offered a platform that

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encourages them to positively express their stress (important because young kids posses a limited vocabulary and therefore are unable to verbally describe the subtleties of complex emotions they feel). At Franny’s House kids might be encouraged to “stomp” on their “icky” feelings or pinpoint them through other forms of active moving. Then, “soothing” activities are introduced. Supplementary support comes from a full slate of programs and services.

Mrs. Chim’s Class – entertaining yet informative Web-based puppet shows – tackles hot-button social issues like racism and intolerance, while Project Me – a peer-run project by teens for teens – generates a positive social culture that helps to temper the power of common negative influences. The volunteer Youth Advisory Committee, led by youth directors and comprised of middle- and high-school students, was formed to help participants develop leadership skills while serving their community. Parents, meanwhile, have access to a 24-hour support hotline as well as to Sacramento County Court-approved parenting and co-parenting courses.

And everyone benefits from the organization’s interactive bullying education and advocacy program. Its strong network of resources includes Bully Busters, which teaches kids to identify harassing behaviors in order for them to sidestep a potential situation in which they might be targeted and tormented.

Related seminars discussing social hierarchies, structures and power struggles are also conducted. When necessary, a bullying advocate is assigned to discuss a bullying situation with parents and children, while serving as a liaison for both at the school level.

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circle of life Good Things Come to Those Who Wait

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y friends brought their daughter home from the hospital the other day. Don’t worry, she’s fine – she was just born there. This is the family’s fourth trip home from such an event. Four kids, all living at one place called home.

My family brought babies home from the hospital, too. The first time it happened we were living in the Philippines.

We have a blond-haired, green-eyed Filipina. We brought her home twice – once to our home in Davao City, and then later to the U.S., our home country. Eventually we brought our son and our other daughter home as well.

Now it’s different. Now my kids come home on their own – on their own power, their own time, and their own agenda.

(Sometimes on my dime.) When my wife was pregnant, we had to wait. Nine months seems like an awfully long time, especially through the summer. And we waited, because you can’t hurry these 30 stylemg.com - October 2012

things. Now, with all of my kids in their 20s, the waiting continues. I’m waiting today; my youngest is coming home tonight. She’s the maid of honor in a wedding in Yosemite, and when the party’s over she’s driving home for the weekend.

All by herself, all grown up. I can’t wait, but I do. You can’t hurry these things.

I often wonder what it was like for my parents when they were waiting. As they dropped me off at college that first year, I’m sure they thought, “I wonder when he’ll come home.” When I moved out of state for graduate school, they waited.

When I moved across the Pacific Ocean for a year with my pregnant wife and their future grandbaby due the next spring, they waited. I can only guess, because I never asked them; I was on an adventure and was so eager to get my life started that I never turned around to see the look on their faces. I could see that look today if I glanced in a mirror. Did I mention my daughter’s coming home?

It’s not too late to have this conversation with my mom. She still waits for me.

We have a ritual – I call her every Sunday afternoon. It began 25 years ago when Donna, my wife, and I were just starting Lakeside Church in Folsom. Every Sunday my mom would call to see how the church did that day; she wanted to be a part of the adventure. These days she waits for my call.

We hear a lot about adult kids returning home today. They launch and then return home. They set out again, but come back. I know it’s good for them to be independent; I know it’s a part of growing up; but I actually like it when they’re home again.

I imagine someday they’ll come home with a family of their own, which will change things again. I’ll keep waiting. You can’t hurry these things.

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Brad Franklin is the founding and lead pastor at Lakeside Church in Folsom.

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Witch Party Hat, $39.98, and Release Sequin Dress, $99.98, at Pottery World, 1006 White Rock Road, El Dorado Hills. 916358-8788, potteryworld.com.

Men’s Alta Boots, $129.99, and Men’s Baldwin Leather Slippers, $89.99, at bearpawshoes.com.

Puppia Dog Harness, $32.99, and Auburn Leathercrafters Crystallized Collar, $29.99, at Bark Avenue, 4311 Town Center Boulevard, Suite 420, El Dorado Hills. 916-941-7400, barkavenueca.com.

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Wagger’s Pet Spa & Market, Pottery World, and Bark Avenue Photos by Aaron Roseli; all others courtesy of their respective companies.

Black 15 in 1 Miracle Hair Signature Travel Kit, $25 at black15in1.com.

Wes and Willy Captain Jack Tee, $28 at Posh Punkins, 4356 Town Center Boulevard, Suite 120, El Dorado Hills. 916-939-9500, poshpunkins.com.

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Want to show your guests that funny cat video you saw online? Gone are the days of huddling around a computer monitor. This best-selling streaming player connects easily to your TV and home wireless network, allowing you to enjoy your favorite movies, TV shows, photos and games instantly.

2. The Vertical Rabbit ® by Metrokane (in Candy Apple Red), $59.99 at BevMo!, 2595 Iron Point Road, Folsom. 916-817-2596, bevmo.com.

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3. Owl Tree Spreaders Set, $32.50 at Pottery Barn, 1151 Galleria Boulevard, Roseville. 916-788-1440, potterybarn.com.

Add a quirky woodland element to your fall gatherings with these decorative knives. The three-sculptural owl spreaders rest on the elegant naturalistic tree-shaped base, making for an interesting visual on any hors d’oeuvre table.

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Mustaches are très branché at the moment. These silly straws, ideal for any age group, are perfect icebreakers for the not-so-formal party. With different ‘stache shapes and colors, you can morph into Groucho Marx or Teddy Roosevelt at the sip of a cup!

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5. “Party in a Bucket” Bouquet, starting at $55 at Camino Flower Shop, 1297 Broadway, Placerville. 530-6445730, caminoflowershop.net.

Have an extra bucket hanging around the house? Repurpose it as a countrykitsch vase for any floral centerpiece.

This sassy arrangement of stargazers, yellow lilies, orchids, hydrangeas, blue gems and glitter is perfect for the “diva” hostess.

6. Jessie Steele Deco Rose W a f f l e To w e l Set with Ric-Rac Ric-Rac, $16 at jessiesteele.com.

Impress your guests by stocking up on these cute hand towels for your next home gathering. This two-towel set hangs beautifully and is the chicest way to clean up any mess in your kitchen or bathroom.

7. Lattice Bamb o o P o u f (i n Aq u a ma r i ne), $149.95 at Z Gallerie, 1182 Roseville Parkway, Suite 130, Roseville. 916- 7862555, zgallerie.com.

Need additional seating at your shindig? This chic geometric pouf is a comfortable and lightweight alternative to chairs and benches.

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Favorite Ice Cream/ Frozen Treat Place 1. Big Spoon Yogurt 2. NuYo Frozen Yogurt 3. Rockin’ Frog Yogurt Favorite Smoothie Place 1. Jamba Juice 2. Juice It Up! 3. Planet Smoothie Favorite Breakfast Place 1. Mary’s Gold Miner Café 2. The Purple Place Bar & Grill 3. Early Toast Favorite Brunch Place 1. The Purple Place Bar & Grill 2. Sienna Restaurant 3. Lake Forest Cafe

Favorite Pizza Place 1. Chicago Fire 2. Pizzeria Classico 3. Steve’s Pizza

Favorite BBQ Place 1. Back Forty Texas BBQ 2. Sierra Smokehouse BBQ 3. Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-BQue Favorite Burger & Fries Joint 1. In-N-Out Burger 2. Relish Burger Bar 3. Smashburger Favorite Sushi/Japanese Restaurant 1. Blue Nami 2. Mikuni 3. Sky Sushi

Put your hands together for this year’s chart toppers and awardees for favorite people, businesses, restaurants, services and oh so much more – all decided by Style readers!

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Favorite Mexican Restaurant 1. Mexquite Mexican Cuisine & Tequila Lounge 2. Hacienda Del Rio Restaurant & Cantina 3. La Fiesta Taqueria Favorite Seafood Restaurant 1. Scott’s Seafood Grill & Bar 2. Land Ocean New American Steakhouse 3. Rudy’s Hideaway Lobsterhouse & Bar

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Favorite Overall Restaurant 1. Bidwell Street Bistro 2. Visconti’s Ristorante 3. Fat’s Asia Bistro

Favorite Bar 1. The Purple Place 2. Powerhouse Pub 3. Folsom Lake Bowl A very close #4: Samuel Horne’s Tavern Favorite Happy Hour 1. Fat’s Asia Bistro 2. Sutter Street Steakhouse 3. Sienna Restaurant Favorite Cocktail Place 1. Bistro 33 2. Fat’s Asia Bistro 3. Scarlet’s Saloon Favorite Winery 1. Boeger Winery 2. David Girard Vineyards 3. C.G. Di Arie Vineyard and Winery Favorite Sports Bar 1. Folsom Sports Garage 2. Manderes 3. Folsom Lake Bowl

Favorite Italian Restaurant 1. Visconti’s Ristorante 2. Sergio’s Steak & Seafood 3. Olive Garden

Favorite Salad Place 1. Jack’s Urban Eats 2. La Bou Bakery & Café 3. Freshii

Favorite Indian Restaurant 1. India House 2. Ruchi Indian Cuisine 3. Curry Club Indian Bistro

Favorite Bakery 1. Karen’s Bakery Café & Catering 2. Bakerie & Latte Chateau Arme 3. Icing on the Cupcake

Favorite Thai Restaurant 1. Thai Paradise 2. Chantara Thai Cuisine 3. Thai Siam Favorite Place for Vegetarian Food 1. Jack’s Urban Eats 2. Sunflower Natural Food Restaurant 3. Freshii

Favorite Outdoor Dining 1. Bistro 33 2. Relish Burger Bar 3. Hacienda Del Rio Restaurant & Cantina

Favorite Casino 1. Red Hawk Casino 2. Thunder Valley Casino Resort 3. Folsom Lake Bowl

Favorite Deli 1. Beach Hut Deli 2. Mr. Pickle’s Sandwich Shop 3. Mama Ann’s Market Deli Bakery A very close #4: San Francisco Sourdough Eatery Favorite Movie Theater 1. Palladio 16 Cinemas 2. Regal El Dorado Hills Stadium 14 & IMAX 3. Century Folsom 14 Favorite Kids’ Birthday Party Spot 1. BounceU 2. Tricks Gymnastics, Dance & Swim 3. Monster Mini Golf Honorable Mention: The Birthday Bash

Favorite Bartender 1. Tista Visconti at Visconti’s Ristorante 2. Rob Newhouse at Fat’s Asia Bistro 3. Kevin Kindlespire at Folsom Lake Bowl

Favorite Takeout Place 1. Chipotle Mexican Grill 2. Fat’s Asia Bistro 3. The Purple Place Favorite Casual Restaurant 1. Dos Coyotes Border Café 2. BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse 3. Selland’s Market-Café Favorite Family Restaurant 1. BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse 2. Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 3. Chili’s Favorite Caterer 1. Karen’s Bakery Café & Catering 2. Bocca Catering 3. Beth Sogaard Catering Favorite Coffee/Tea Place: 1. Starbucks 2. Peet’s Coffee & Tea

Favorite Wine Bar 1. Back Wine Bar & Bistro 2. The Cellar Wine Bar 3. WineStyles

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Favorite Yoga Studio 1. Zuda Yoga Folsom 2. California Family Fitness 3. Bikram Yoga Folsom

Favorite General Practitioner 1. Robert J. DeBruin, M.D. 2. Kristine Burke, M.D. 3. Christopher Olson, M.D.

Favorite Yoga Instructor 1. Arlene Jung at Broadstone Racquet Club 2. Nick Clark at Zuda Yoga Folsom 3. Donna Rixmann at Yoga Peace

Favorite Doctor 1. Anne Priest, D.O. 2. Kristine Burke, M.D. 3. Michele Raithel, N.D.

Favorite Pilates Studio 1. El Dorado Hills Sports Club 2. Evolved Body Studio 3. California Family Fitness Favorite Pilates Instructor 1. Suzanne Cardenas at California Family Fitness 2. Elizabeth Mullins at Energetic Care Wellness 3. Mickey Riley at Broadstone Racquet Club

Favorite Museum 1. California State Railroad Museum 2. Crocker Art Museum 3. Folsom History Museum

Favorite Kids’ Activity 1. Folsom Zoo Sanctuary 2. BounceU 3. Monster Mini Golf

Favorite Dance Studio 1. Center Stage Dance Academy 2. Hawkins School of Performing Arts 3. Tricks Gymnastics, Dance & Swim

Favorite Park 1. Promontory Community Park 2. Robert Livermore Community Park 3. Lembi Park

Favorite Eye Doctor 1. Shawn Palmer, M.D. 2. Robert A. Hoffman, O.D. 3. Thomas Jonas, O.D. Favorite Doctor for Cosmetic Procedures 1. Kenneth Sumida, M.D. 2. David Kaufman, M.D., FACS 3. Celia Remy, M.D.

Favorite Nutrition Shop 1. Elliott’s Natural Foods 2. Nutrishop 3. Whole Foods Market

Favorite Pediatrician 1. Peter L. O’Malley, M.D. 2. Sally J. Cullen, M.D. 3. Wayne Wolfrey, M.D.

Favorite Acupuncturist 1. Adina Robinson, L.Ac 2. Wendy Stedeford, MSAOM, L.Ac 3. Dr. Karen Pan, Ph.D., L.Ac

Favorite Dentist 1. Wayne K. Tsutsuse, D.D.S. 2. George D. Chen, D.D.S. 3. Garth Collins, D.D.S. Honorable mention: Ryan Higgins, D.D.S.

Favorite Chiropractor 1. Suzanne Roberts, D.C. 2. Judd Lowrey, D.C. 3. Matthew W. Hassey, D.C. Favorite Playground 1. Folsom Kid’s Play Park a.k.a.

Castle Park 2. Promontory Community Park 3. Folsom Play for All Park

Favorite Dermatologist 1. David No, M.D., Ph.D. 2. Timothy J. Rosio, M.D. 3. Scott B. Hearth, M.D.

Favorite Orthodontist 1. Mark Holt, D.D.S. 2. Alexis Lyons, D.D.S. 3. Tim Lyons, D.D.S.

Favorite Mental Health Professional 1. Kay Marie Williams, MA, MFT 2. Alicia Cordeiro, MFT 3. Jenifer Jacobs, Ph.D.

Favorite Chinese Restaurant 1. Fat's Asia Bistro 2. Hop Sing Palace 3. Folsom Sunny Garden

Favorite Personal Trainer 1. Maureen Evanoff at Broadstone Racquet Club 2. Suzanne Cardenas at California Family Fitness 3. Val Fujii at Fujii Fitness Honorable mention: Cristy Owens at FitOvation Favorite Gym/Health Club 1. California Family Fitness 2. Spare Time Clubs 3. 24 Hour Fitness Favorite Martial Arts Studio 1. West Coast Martial Arts 2. Bowman Martial Arts 3. Robinson’s Taekwondo

Favorite Steakhouse 1. Sutter Street Steakhouse 2. Land Ocean New American Steakhouse 3. Cattlemens

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Favorite Martial Arts Instructor 1. Karen Bowman at Bowman Martial Arts 2. Ka’ren Minasian at Robinson’s Taekwondo 3. Gary Merlo at West Coast Martial Arts

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Favorite Civic Leader 1. Kerri Howell 2. Ernie Sheldon 3. Ray Nutting Favorite Neighborhood in Which to Live 1. Empire Ranch 2. Serrano 3. Lexington Hills Favorite Annual Event 1. Folsom Pro Rodeo 2. Folsom LIVE 3. Fourth of July at EDH Town Center Favorite Local Musician/Band 1. Inspector 71 2. Dave Russell Band 3. Apple Z Favorite Local Performing Arts Organization 1. El Dorado Musical Theater 2. Sutter Street Theatre 3. Music Circus Favorite Charitable Organization 1. Twin Lakes Food Bank 2. The Grace Foundation 3. Powerhouse Ministries

Favorite Chef 1. Wendi Mentink at Bidwell Street Bistro 2. Frank Visconti at Visconti’s Ristorante 3. Russell Landers at Your at Home Chef

Favorite Pediatric Dentist 1. Make a Smile 2. Weideman Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics 3. Kids Care Dental A very close #4: Joe Rawlins, D.D.S.

Favorite Local Athlete 1. Kristy Wilson 2. Ryan Anderson 3. Suzanne Cardenas

Favorite Place to Volunteer 1. Folsom Zoo 2. Lakeside Church 3. Big Brothers Big Sisters Favorite Local Web Site 1. Stylemg.com – Ok, this is pretty cool! We’ve never won before, so this is a huge honor…we’re blushing!

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Favorite Dance Instructor 1. Brandy Gill at Snap Fitness 2. Georgina Coleman at Center Stage Dance Academy 3. Kelley Saia at Center Stage Dance Academy Favorite Best Kept Secret 1. Whole Foods Bier Garten 2. Le Spa Day Spa 3. Red Pit Sports, Fitness, Cross Training Editor’s Note – boy readers, you really don’t want to share your secrets do you?! Lots of responses for “I cannot tell you – then it wouldn’t be a secret.”

Though we loved “Free Wi-Fi at Panera!” Those are the kind of secrets we like too!

Favorite Tutoring Service 1. Huntington Learning Center 2. Kumon Math and Reading Center 3. Mathnasium

Favorite Pharmacy 1. CVS Pharmacy 2. Walgreens 3. Safeway Favorite Compounding Pharmacy 1. Innovative Compounding Pharmacy 2. Folsom Medical Pharmacy 3. Grandpa’s Compounding Pharmacy Favorite Spiritual Leader 1. Brad Franklin at Lakeside Church 2. Kent Carlson at Oak Hills Church 3. Msgr. James Kidder at Holy Trinity Parish Favorite Local Hero 1. Matt Suehowicz 2. Stacey Mohler 3. Matthew Hassey Favorite Local Business Person 1. Cynthia Breazeale at Snap Fitness 2. Scott Paul Graham at Graham Music Pros 3. Derek Brock at Brockway Hair Design

Favorite Golf Course 1. Empire Ranch Golf Club 2. Serrano Country Club 3. Bass Lake Golf Course

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Favorite Med Spa 1. Vitality Medical Laser & Skin Clinic 2. Skin 360 Medical Aesthetics 3. SKINovative Laser Center

Favorite Mani/Pedi Place 1. Belle Nail Spa 2. Maribou Spa Salon 3. Style Nails Favorite Tanning Salon 1. Tan Central 2. California Sun 3. Folsom Sun Club Favorite Waxing Salon 1. European Wax Center 2. Le Spa Day Spa 3. Maribou Spa Salon Honorable Mention: Studio 415 Salon & Spa Favorite Place for a Massage 1. Massage Envy 2. Asante Spa 3. Atrium Salon & Spa Honorable Mention: Body Bliss Massage Therapy

Favorite Preschool 1. Busy Bees Preschool 2. Brighton Schools 3. The Phoenix Schools Favorite Private School 1. Golden Hills School 2. Brighton Schools 3. St. John Notre Dame School

Favorite Pet Store 1. sBarkles 2. Wagger’s Pet Spa & Market 3. Western Feed & Supply

Favorite Athletic Coach 1. Chris Jones at Vista del Lago High School 2. Patrick Gallagher at Oak Ridge High School 3. Kris Richardson at Folsom High School

Favorite Barbershop 1. Barber Jon’s 2. Tom’s Barber Shop 3. Lucky’s Barbershop & Men’s Club

Favorite Massage Therapist 1. Holly Campbell at Body Bliss Massage Therapy 2. TIE: Melissa Brown at Alchemy Day Spa and Boutique and Cynthia Adkins at Maribou Spa Salon 3. Michael Clifford at Hands on Healer Honorable Mention: Kevin Gleave at Healing Sensation Massage Therapy Favorite Day Spa 1. Asante Spa 2. Maribou Spa Salon 3. Hoshall’s Salon & Spa Favorite Place for a Facial 1. Atrium Salon & Spa 2. Maribou Spa Salon 3. Hoshall’s Salon & Spa Favorite Facialist 1. Marissa Byrnes at Chez Beauté Salon & Spa 2. Noki Ellison at Atrium Salon & Spa 3. Jenna Stone at Maribou Spa Salon Honorable Mention: Allison Cunningham at Le Spa Day Spa Favorite Salon 1. Maribou Spa Salon 2. Brockway Hair Design 3. Hoshall’s Salon & Spa Honorable Mentions: Morgan Taylor Salon and De La Muse Salon & Spa Favorite Hair Stylist 1. Debbie Hardacre at Chez Beauté Salon & Spa 2. Liisa Ramsey at Echelon Salon 3. Marcella Key at Brockway Hair Design, El Dorado Hills Favorite Veterinarian Practice 1. Blue Ravine Animal Hospital 2. Market Place Veterinary Hospital 3. Pet Vets of Folsom

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★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ Favorite Pet Groomer 1. sBarkles 2. Bark Avenue 3. PetSmart Favorite Pet Trainer 1. Kristin Minnie at Local Bark 2. Jason Davis aka The Dog Guy at Folsom Dog Resort & Training Center 3. Mandy Kennedy at Unleashed Dog Training Favorite Pet Boarding 1. Folsom Dog Resort 2. Becky’s Pet Hotel & Grooming 3. PetSmart PetsHotel Favorite Family Photographer 1. Eikon Photography 2. Shoop’s Photography 3. Tomalyn Photography Favorite Art Gallery 1. The Gallery at 48 Natoma 2. American Visions Art Gallery 3. Bank of America Gallery at Three Stages Favorite Print & Sign Shop 1. Signs Now Folsom 2. Sign Chef 3. FedEx Office Favorite Real Estate Agent 1. Scott Ostrode 2. Judy Black 3. Nick Sadek

Favorite Local Artist 1. Lisa Deniz 2. Lisa Magruder 3. V. Lynn Anderson

Favorite Interior Designer 1. Destiny Designs 2. Guchi Interior Design 3. Decorating Den Interiors

Favorite Teacher 1. Jean Cavanaugh at Folsom High School 2. Stacey Mohler at Folsom Middle School 3. Judy Holbrook of Silva Valley Elementary

Favorite Home Remodeler 1. Guchi Interior Design 2. Destiny Designs 3. DreamBuilders Home Remodeling Favorite Handyman 1. Higgs Construction 2. Sunshine Services 3. Rambo Home Services Favorite Electrician 1. BC Electric 2. Carroll Electric 3. Eilhardt Electric Favorite Plumber 1. Conforti Plumbing, Inc. 2. Wagner Plumbing 3. Robert Texley Plumbing

Favorite House Cleaning Service 1. Johnny Sparkles Cleaning Service 2. Merry Maids 3. Molly Maid Favorite Senior Living Center 1. Ponte Palmero 2. Emeritus at Folsom 3. Sunrise Senior Living Favorite Accountant 1. Darla Colson, C.P.A, M.S.T at Gilbert Associates, Inc. 2. Christopher Thomas, C.P.A. at Thomas & Associates CPA’s Inc. 3. Sherif Boctor, C.P.A. at PSG Certified Public Accountants

Favorite Painting Contractor 1. Matt Weideman at Destiny Designs 2. Brent Wallace at Four Seasons Painting 3. Guchi Interior Design Favorite Landscaper 1. Capital Landscape Development 2. Yamagata Landscape & Maintenance 3. Koch Kreations Landscape Design and Installation Favorite Garden Center 1. Green Acres Nursery & Supply 2. Lowe’s Home Improvement 3. Green Valley Nursery & Landscape Favorite Carpet Cleaning Service 1. Carter’s Carpet Restoration 2. Folsom Lake Carpet Cleaning 3. California Steamin’

Favorite Barber 1. Tom Ward at Tom's Barber Shop 2. Barber Jon at Barber Jon’s 3. Aaron Rails at Lucky’s Barbershop & Men’s Club

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★★ the 2012 8th annual READERs' Choice awards ★ ★ ★ Favorite Farmers’ Market 1. El Dorado Hills Certified Farmers’ Market 2. Sutter Street 3. Palladio Favorite Grocery Store 1. Raley’s 2. Trader Joe’s 3. Nugget Market Favorite Produce Department 1. Raley’s 2. Whole Foods Market 3. Nugget Market Favorite Boutique 1. Runway Boutique 2. Kissed Good Buy 3. Be Swank Favorite Children’s Clothing Store 1. Starlight Starbright 2. Jordan’s Closet 3. Posh Punkins Favorite Toy Store 1. Toys “R” Us 2. HobbyTown USA 3. Mind Over Matter Toys Favorite Physical Therapist 1. David Thomas at El Dorado Physical Therapy 2. Rob Kopitzke at Body Concepts 3. Mike Beretta at Beretta Physical Therapy

Favorite Attorney 1. Terri A. Smith at Law Offices of Terri A. Smith 2. Sarah Litchney at Litchney Law Firm 3. Paul Cass at Paul Cass Law Office Favorite Local Bank 1. El Dorado Savings Bank 2. Folsom Lake Bank 3. Sierra Vista Bank Favorite Credit Union 1. Golden 1 Credit Union 2. Schools Federal Credit Union 3. SAFE Credit Union

Favorite Dry Cleaners 1. Silverado Cleaners 2. Fresh Cleaners 3. Park Place Cleaners Favorite Tailor 1. Rose’s Tailoring 2. Alterations Express 3. EDH Professional Tailoring & Alterations

Favorite Bike Shop 1. Bicycles Plus 2. Folsom Bike 3. Bicycle Planet Favorite Skate/Snow/Surf Shop 1. PLA 2. Surf & Skate…Bikinis 3. Shorty’s Boards & Glass (SBG) Favorite Home Décor Store 1. HomeGoods 2. Not Too Shabby 3. Gracefully Vintage Honorable Mentions: Kirkland’s Home Décor

Favorite Health Foods Store 1. Whole Foods Market 2. Trader Joe’s 3. Elliott’s Natural Foods Favorite Furniture Store 1. Naturwood Home Furnishings 2. Home Consignment Center 3. Pottery World Favorite Floor Coverings Store 1. El Dorado Floor & Design 2. BI Design Studio 3. Guchi Interior Design Favorite Window Coverings Store 1. BI Design Studio 2. Guchi Interior Design 3. Blind Spot

Favorite Wedding Planner 1. Kate Miller Events 2. Stephanie Teague Events 3. Pizzazz Meeting & Event Planning Group

Favorite Auto Repair 1. Folsom Car Care Center 2. Foreign Autohaus 3. Moore’s Garage Favorite Auto Body Shop 1. Solis Collision Center 2. Bodycraft Collision Centers 3. Cook’s Collision Favorite Oil Change Place 1. Folsom Glenn Car Wash & Lube 2. Jiffy Lube 3. Folsom Tire & Auto Repair Favorite Smog Shop 1. Smog King 2. Smog‘N Go 3. Folsom Smog Test Only Favorite Car Wash Place 1. Folsom Glenn Car Wash & Lube 2. Suds Car Wash & Detail 3. Quick Quack Car Wash

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★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ Favorite Bookstore 1. The Bookery 2. Gold River Bookworm 3. Colton Books Honorable Mention: Face In A Book Favorite Consignment Shop 1. Belle Mode 2. Freestyle Clothing Exchange 3. TIE: Re-Love It Consignment and Jordan’s Closet Favorite Gift Shop 1. Ambiance For The Home 2. Grapes and Ivy 3. Mélange Favorite Jewelry Store 1. Sharif Fine Jewelers 2. Rainbow Bridge Jewelers 3. Berilian Fine Jewelers Favorite Local Business 1. Brockway Hair Design 2. Maribou Spa Salon 3. Folsom Lake Bowl Favorite Store in Which to Shop 1. Target 2. Kohl’s 3. Nordstrom Favorite Mall/Shopping Center 1. Westfield Galleria at Roseville 2. Folsom Premium Outlets 3. Broadstone Marketplace Favorite Wedding Venue 1. Lake Natoma Inn 2. David Girard Vineyards 3. Serrano Country Club Favorite Rehearsal Dinner Place 1. Fat’s Asia Bistro 2. Sienna Restaurant 3. Café Campanile Favorite Bridal Shop 1. De La Rosa’s Bridal & Tuxedos 2. Dreamnette Bridal 3. Alfred Angelo Bridal Favorite Wedding Photographer 1. Shoop’s Photography 2. Eikon Photography 3. Quintessence Photographic Art

Favorite Wedding Videographer 1. Jensen Wedding Films 2. Acti-Video Productions 3. Phillip Alan Films

Favorite Wedding Photo Booth 1. Jensen Photobooth 2. Music & More Entertainment 3. Picture Perfect Photo Booth Favorite Wedding Invitations 1. Bella Vita Invitations 2. Invitations Ink 3. J and J Treasures Favorite Wedding Officiant 1. Terri A. Smith 2. Jeff Bigelow 3. Tom Cecil

Favorite Wedding Rentals 1. Celebrations! Elegant Party Rentals & Tents 2. Classic Party Rental 3. Rent-Rite Favorite Wedding Linens 1. Mimi & Co. Couture Linens & Chair Covers 2. Celebrations! Elegant Party Rentals & Tents 3. Simply Elegant Honorable Mention: La Tavola

Favorite Wedding Limousine Company 1. California Limousines 2. Fretty’s Disc Jockey & Limousine Service 3. Boss Limos •

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Favorite Wedding Florist 1. Visual Impact Design 2. Accents By Sage 3. Flourish

Favorite Wedding Caterer 1. Beth Sogaard Catering 2. Bocca Catering 3. All Seasons All Reasons Catering & Event Design Favorite Wedding Cake Maker 1. Karen’s Bakery Café & Catering 2. Classic Cakes by Jayne Marie 3. Sugar & Spice Specialty Desserts Favorite Wedding DJ 1. Exquisite Events & Entertainment 2. Perfect Sounds 3. Creative Memories Entertainment

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Choice Awards Hall of Fame Presenting Style Magazine’s Readers' Choice Hall of Fame 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. From golf courses to playgrounds, artists and leaders, Style presents to you Readers’ Choice winners and chart toppers and invites you to celebrate them with us!

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Conforti Plumbing 530-622-0202 | 916-933-3141 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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Gilbert Associates, Inc. 101 Parkshore Dr., Ste 100 | Folsom 2880 Gateway Oaks Dr., Ste. 100 | Sacramento 916-646-6464 x117 | www.gilbertcpa.com

2222 & 2203 Francisco Dr. | 916-933-9448 Corner of Green Valley Blvd. and Francisco Dr. www.SnapFitness.com/ElDoradoHills

I am grateful to the readers of Style for voting me Favorite Accountant. I take care in meeting the tax and accounting needs of my clients. It is important for businesses and individuals to have confidence that their accountant is knowledgeable, honest, and dedicated to looking after their financial interests. As a working CPA for over 27 years with a Masters in Taxation who has lived in Folsom for nearly my whole life, I understand the issues that impact the people of this area. Contact me at 916-646-6464 to discuss you or your company’s particular tax or accounting needs.

Our heart-felt gratitude for voting owner Cynthia Breazeale as #1 Favorite Local Business Person and Zumba instructor extraordinaire, Brandy Gill, as #1 Favorite Dance Instructor. At Snap Fitness/EDH, we strive to provide community members with the highest quality service, outstanding workout equipment, a line-up of the best group fitness classes, and a team of dedicated, results-oriented Personal Trainers to ‘help members improve their overall wellness in order to celebrate life to its fullest’. Snap Fitness/EDH features the lowest dues in the region, childcare, and a full line-up of Group Fitness classes such as Bootcamp, Zumba, Yoga, Pilates, Cardio Kickboxing, Senior Classes, and more.

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Massage Envy Spa (next door to Nugget Market) in El Dorado Hills would like to thank Style readers for voting Massage Envy one of their favorite places for massage!

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

Always have a million things to do before the end of the day? No problem! Consider Massage Envy Spa your El Dorado Hills Spa. Our convenient late night and weekend hours make it easy to fit a session into your busy schedule. You can come in after shopping at Nugget or make a date night by including dinner and a movie right here in Town Center.

We look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your healthier lifestyle. You can begin today by calling us at 916-941-6850 or scheduling online at www. massageenvy.com/clinics/CA/El-Dorado-Hills.aspx.

Mary’s Gold Miner Café 426 East Bidwell Street | Folsom 916-984-4181 Open 7 days a week For the past three decades, Mary & Dino Masouris have delighted thousands of satisfied customers with their original bay area recipes and unique Greek delicacies.

It began in 1978 in Los Gatos where they owned Marys Patio Café, The Los Gatos Café and The Southern Kitchen.

After moving to Shingle Springs they owned the Train Station for 8 years, sold it, then came to Folsom to open Mary’s Gold Miner Café, where everyone feels at home.

Enjoy champion breakfasts such as Joys Dream Waffle, Alexandra’s Eggs Benedict, Demetries Special New York Steak & 3 eggs (named after their children) plus home-style cooking and Greek specialties that Mary prepares from their family recipes. Now offering Baby Dino's Bunny Pancakes!

Serving daily specials, homemade Baklava and a great menu, no one ever leaves hungry.

On behalf of my staff, Dino, Baby Dino & I would like to thank all of our loyal customers for voting us #1 Favorite Breakfast Place four years!

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Find your game at Red Hawk Casino, including more than 2,000 slots, all your favorite table games and a Card Room. Red Hawk also features an entire floor dedicated to non-smoking gaming.

There are six restaurants that will satisfy every palate.

The award-winning Henry’s Steakhouse provides the ultimate steakhouse experience with premium steak selections and an extensive wine list. The Waterfall Buffet includes more than 280 selections ranging from Chinese, American, Italian and much more. Guests to Koto Grille will enjoy Mexican-American fare with stunning views. Experience exciting contemporary Chinese dishes tempered with an eclectic blend of international Asian cookery at Pearl Asian Cuisine. Two Rivers Café and the all-new

Hawk’s Tavern are the perfect stop for a quick bite in a casual atmosphere and are both close to the gaming action.

No visit to Red Hawk is complete without joining the Red Hawk Rewards Club. It’s easy and free. At Red Hawk Casino, the more you play, the more you earn. Earn points while playing your favorite games and redeem them for Free Play, dining at our six award-winning restaurants, at Traders Gift shop or Kids Quest ®.

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For quick and easy access to Red Hawk Casino dining, entertainment and events, download the Red Hawk Casino mobile app at www.redhawkcasino.com/app. Call 888-573-3495 or visit www.redhawkcasino.com for information.

Favorite Casino • 2009, 2010, 2011 & 2012 Favorite Steakhouse – Henry’s Steakhouse • 2009, 2010, 2011 & 2012

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Thank you Style readers for voting Skin 360 in your top Favorite Med Spa! At Skin 360 Medical Aesthetics in Folsom, youth and experience meet to give our patients a comprehensive choice of procedures from simple to surgical. For 45 years, Dr. Robert Winslow has been dedicated to helping plastic surgery patients obtain attractive, realistic surgical results.

Dr. Winslow is double-board-certified and specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, offering face lifts, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, liposuction and more. He is known for his artistry, attention to detail, and genuine concern for each patient’s wellbeing. Jessica Finsley, N.P. and the Skin 360 team offer techniques to maintain your natural, youthful glow: Botox, dermal fillers, laser resurfacing, laser skin rejuvenation, microdermabrasion, chemical peels and pain-free laser hair removal. We believe every patient should understand all the ways to reach their aesthetic goals, so we help you make informed decisions about your treatment. Style readers choose Skin 360 for our medical expertise, our relaxing spa environment and the personal attention we give every patient.

Refine, Restore and Repair at Skin 360. Call us today!

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El Dorado Restoration thanks you for voting us number one!

Founded in 1983, El Dorado Restoration is a pioneer in disaster repair and construction. Our deep understanding of this industry, experience in our trades, and our great commitment to continuing education are what has helped us become recognized as the industry leader.

You may never find a group of people in a commercial setting, all working for the same cause, as you’ll find at El Dorado Restoration. It’s because we understand the trauma of disaster. The staff at El Dorado Restoration is dedicated to providing professional service with quality workmanship and integrity to every customer.

One of the reasons for our commitment to customers is a shared desire to do more than just show up and do our jobs – we do more. We want to repair the destruction caused by a disaster. No matter what it may be – water, fire, wind, mold, you name it. And just as importantly, we want to do whatever we can do to help repair the homeowners’ lives as well. We are available for our customers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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The Atrium Salon Spa is Placer County’s premier salon spa. Experience, excellence, and their exclusive amenities are what makes Atrium Salon Spa stand apart from the other salons and spas.

Atrium is known for superior customer service, vast menu of services, and excellence in client satisfaction. The Atrium provides clients with massage therapy, advanced skin care treatments, manicure & pedicure services, body wraps & therapies and full hair salon services. Atrium Salon Spa is celebrating 12 years of service and is excited to continue to remain strong in the salon and spa industry thanks to its dedicated team members and salon and spa managers, Lisa and Noki.

Atrium remains distinguished by its amenities and menu of services. A client does not have to go to multiple salons to receive nail, hair and facial or body services, they can do it all underneath one roof. Atrium has a vichy shower for body therapies, a shower for clients personal use and they also offer custom airbrush tanning for clients who want sunless bronzing. Atrium offers clients beverage services, a guest lounge and spa lunches for their full day package guests. Guests can spend a full day or come in for a short visit.

Atrium carries only the best professional products for their clients such as Pevonia, Glo Therapeutics, Kerastase, Bumble & Bumble, Aveda, Wella and Pureology.

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We are one of the leading salons in the area and work exclusively with European color line, Wella. With over 200 individual colors in our professional back bar we are able to create the perfect custom color for you.

We are recognized by Salon Today as one of the top 200 salons in the country as well as having received local recognition. We continually strive for excellence in client satisfaction and customer experience. We believe learning never stops in this fast paced industry and have one of the best advanced educational programs around so that we are able to give our clients the latest looks in hair design and color. We want to be on top of the trends not behind them. Our philosophy at Brockway is simple: great hair design is not just about having the knowledge and the ability to cut, style, and color, it’s about being able to create custom hair color and design for each clients personal style. We want a client’s hair to be as unique and as beautiful as they are. We invite you to come and experience true salon excellence.

Thank you Folsom and El Dorado Hills for making us your salon of choice. We are very fortunate to be able to serve such a beautiful community.

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Thank you to our devoted clients and friends. We are honored to be voted Best Interior Designer, Painter and Home Remodel company. Being noticed for our work and dedication is a great accomplishment. We offer a unique team that works with you through the planning and design stage to the painting and contract finishing work. It’s been a pleasure working with our clients to give them a fresh new paint job, dream kitchen or even a complete new dental office. We love our work and are glad you do as well.

We truly want to say Thank YOU to all the Style readers for choosing PSG as your Readers’ Choice Accounting Firm for 2012. We are grateful to have such an outstanding team that contributes to our success in serving our client’s needs. We work closely with our clients to understand their needs, and tailor the appropriate solutions to achieve them. PSG’s partners have previously owned several successful businesses outside of the tax arena. This gives us practical experience which enables us to see things from our clients’ perspective. We like to think of ourselves as business people who happen to be tax experts.

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Runway Boutique

705 Sutter St. | Folsom 916-351-1623 | 800-548-8446 www.AVartgallery.com

Montano de El Dorado Shopping Center 1000 White Rock Rd. | El Dorado Hills 916-933-6300 www.Runway-Boutique.com

Thank you to Style Magazine readers for voting American Visions as Favorite Art Gallery. We are honored. We invite you to attend one of our monthly artist’s receptions at the gallery. We carry your favorite artists - June Carey, Michael Godard, Thomas Kinkade, Eric Christensen and many more! We have been in business for years offering a friendly, knowledgeable customer focused staff that can answer all your questions. See our calendar of events at our website www.AVArtgallery.com.

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Thanks you for voting us #1 Favorite Boutique!

We provide ageless fashion that appeals to all generations, and styles that fit a variety of body types. Stop by and let our stylists help you design a wardrobe that fits your everyday lifestyle or find the perfect dress for that special occasion. Brands include: Michael Stars, Free People, Ella Moss, Velvet, Hudson, Big Star and Sanctuary.

And, when you're in Folsom, visit our other store, Button Up Boutique, in the Palladio Shopping Center (www.buttonupboutique.net).

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Revolutions Natural Medical Solutions 189 Blue Ravine Rd., Ste. 110 | Folsom 916-351-9355 | www.revolutionsdocs.com Our Naturopathic Doctors specialize in safely coordinating natural therapies with your current health plan. While our doctors use many of the same physical exams and laboratory tests as allopathic medical doctors, our intention is to take care of the whole person and treat the cause of disease, not just the symptoms. Treatments include botanical medicine, diet, nutritional supplementation, intravenous and injection therapies, bio-identical hormones, hydrotherapy, homeopathy and other science-based natural therapies. Our doctors will spend as much time with you as necessary to put together an effective treatment plan to ensure you receive the best comprehensive care.

Our team of primary care doctors provides expertise in a wide range of health needs both chronic and acute. Dr. Michele Raithel, ND focuses on detoxification, chronic disease, natural pain management and anti-aging medicine. Dr. Anita M. Larrow, ND focuses on women’s health, bio-identical hormones, perimenopause, menopause and weight loss. Dr. Joel Morgan, ND focuses on pediatrics including autism spectrum disorders and developmental disorders and adults with gastrointestinal

issues. Dr. Niki Young, ND (not pictured) has recently joined the team and will focus on women’s health, bio-identical hormones, chronic disease and preventive medicine. All four of our doctors are California licensed Naturopathic Doctors (ND) and received their 4 year post-graduate naturopathic medical degrees from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine.

Revolutions Natural Medical Solutions is a family clinic where the needs of the individual are the targets of the treatment process. We feel that this patient-centered model is the “next step in the evolution of modern medicine”. If you would like to meet one of our doctors and learn more about naturopathic medicine before becoming a patient, please call 916-351-9355 to schedule a free 15 minute consultation.

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1770 Prairie City Rd. | Folsom 916-984-0990 www.blueravineanimalhospital.com

540 Plaza Dr., Ste. 100 Folsom 916-989-5277 www.skinovativefolsom.com

Thank you for voting us Favorite Veterinarian for the 3rd year in a row! At Blue Ravine Animal Hospital, our goal is to provide our clients with a friendly, professional, and caring atmosphere, and to treat our clients’ pets as though they were our own. We are honored by being voted favorite veterinary hospital in our community. Our doctors practice the highest quality of medicine and provide your pets with excellent care. Please visit our state of the art facility, ask for a tour or call for an appointment.

Dr. Michael Greenberg and the staff at SKINovative Laser Center sincerely thank the entire Style readership for voting us one of your Favorite Skin Care Centers. From skin rejuvenation, quality skin care products, Botox, to laser hair removal, our goal has always been to give our clients natural looking results. Thank you again! Readers’ Choice Award Special: 15% off all services and products.

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520 Natoma Station Dr. Folsom 916-355-0490 www.folsomcarcare.com

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Folsom Car Care is very proud to have been chosen the regions “favorite auto repair” business for the 8th year in a row. Be sure to check out our new Loyalty RPM program, where you can earn loyalty reward $$ on all purchases. At Folsom Car Care Center we are redefining the way you choose automotive repair. Visit us at www.folsomcarcare.com

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El Dorado Savings Bank has been serving our local communities for over 54 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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Serving the Western Slope to Greater Sacramento 530-344-4416 | www.snowlinehospice.org

2700 East Bidwell St., Ste. 700 | Folsom 916-983-5181

“From all of us at Snowline Hospice, thank you for voting us your Favorite Charitable Organization for the sixth year in a row. Our mission to care for patients at the end of their lives and to support their families through the grieving process is what drives us each day. However, we could not succeed without your support. Your generous donations and shopping visits to our stores ensure that we are able to help everyone in need of our services regardless of their ability to pay. We are so grateful to be a part of this compassionate community.”

The Visconti family would like to thank our loyal friends and neighbors from Folsom and El Dorado Hills and other surrounding areas for voting us Favorite Italian Restaurant. This means a lot to our family because there is so much history and tradition that we are proud of that goes into every dish. Our success is due to all our guests who enjoy that very same thing. Thanks again for making our family meals a part of yours.

2012: Overall Restaurant, Italian Restaurant, Bartender (Tista Visconti) 2011: Italian Restaurant, Bartender (Tista Visconti) 2010: Italian Restaurant, Chef (Frank Visconti), Bartender (Tista Visconti) 2009: Italian Restaurant

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Nello Olivo Wines Tasting Room - 643 Bee Street | Placerville 530-409-5603 | www.NelloOlivo.com www.facebook.com/NelloOlivoWine Favorite Winery, Favorite Best Kept Secret, Favorite Local Business, Favorite Wine Bar, Favorite Local Business Person. It was only 3 years ago that Nello Olivo sprang onto the local wine scene with his delicious line of Italian-style wines. In only 2 years of competing, Nello has won 61 medals in major competitions, including more Gold Medals than any other winery in the El Dorado Region. People love these refreshing, well-balanced, smooth wines. Nello handcrafts them to be especially good paired with foods. Visit the tasting room for Complimentary Wine Tasting. Open until 7pm, Tue-Sun.

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Capital Landscape Design & Installation 916-783-5080 | www.capitallandscape.com “You like us, you really, really like us”; not to steal from Sally Field but there is nothing better than being recognized by the loyal readers of Style Magazine as the #1 Landscape Contractor in the area! To show our appreciation, for a limited time, we are offering a 50% discount on any newly signed Landscape Design agreements. Contact us today at 916-783-5080 and find out how you can qualify for this one of a kind offer.

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741 Cold Spings Rd. | Placerville 530-295-1833 www.davidgirardvineyards.com

363 Green Valley Rd. El Dorado Hills 916-933-2313 www.thepurp.com

David Girard Vineyards thanks the readers of the Style Magazines for voting us one of your favorite wineries! Our vineyard is nestled in the Sierra Foothills where conditions combine to provide an environment ideally suited to growing the premier grape varietals of southern France’s Rhone Valley. We are also honored to have been voted one of your favorite wedding venues. David Girard Vineyards is regarded as the premiere venue for wedding ceremonies and receptions in El Dorado County. With sweeping views in all directions this hidden gem is host to spectacular events.

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Watch NFL Sunday Ticket and see all the games on one of our 10 Hi-Def TVs with over-head sound. Be here for every Monday and Thursday night NFL game to win an Official NFL Pro jersey during our raffle, and enjoy $2 domestic pints. Live Music on Fridays and Saturdays with no cover charge. Make the Purp your party destination! Happy Hour Monday thru Friday from 3p to 7p. See you at the Purp!

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10050 Fairway Dr. | Roseville 916-786-9668 | www.guchiinteriordesign.com

1370 Plaza Dr. | Folsom | 916-351-0024 4070 Cavitt Stallman Rd. | Granite Bay | 916-791-4496 4440 Marconi Ave., Ste. 100 | Sacramento | 916-481-4496 www.tricksgym.com

Thank you for voting Guchi Interior Design your ultimate “one stop showroom” for all your home interior renovations and projects. Bruce and Katherine Kawaguchi combine over 50 years’ experience in the home interior industry. We also feature a staff of four additional designers. One of our most popular promotions is our free initial design consultation. Our designers are either members of ASID or have interior design degrees. In addition to our design services, we offer numerous types of flooring, tile, custom window coverings, shades, shutters, faux finishes, accessories, area rugs, and kitchen and bath design and remodeling. Come by and see our beautiful showroom or call for an in home consultation!

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Gymnastics, Dance and Swim should be FUN! At TRICKS GYM, we’ve been focusing on child development for over 20 years!

Where else can you run and jump, twirl and curtsy or swim all in one place? At TRICKS, our first priority is that your child will have fun in a safe, nurturing environment where they will learn the fundamentals of their sport. NO MEMBERSHIP FEES! Offering classes from infant to high school, TRICKS has something for everyone! www.tricksgym.com Folsom, Granite Bay & Sacramento.

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820 Wales Dr., Ste. 3 | Folsom 916-984-9222 | www.icpfolsom.com facebook.com/innovativerx Doctors Anna and Masoud Rashidi at Innovative Compounding Pharmacy (ICP) would like to thank Style Magazine readers for voting us Favorite Compounding Pharmacy in the region. Because we don’t believe onesize-fits-all, we customize every medication based on your needs. Your continued support has helped us grow our business within the last six years, and now we’re pleased to offer a wide variety of high-quality pharmaceutical-grade vitamins and supplements, among other great products. We are the only compounding pharmacy in Sacramento County to offer both sterile and non-sterile customized medications for the whole family, including your pets. You can also schedule private consultations with one of our pharmacists to answer any questions you may have regarding your medications or supplements. We pride ourselves on honoring our customers, and our continued commitment is to provide you with the personal, prompt and professional service you deserve. We look forward to serving all your medicinal needs!

Nick Sadek — Broker Commercial, Residential, Investments 2267 Lava Ridge Ct., Ste. #125 | Roseville Office: 916-784-7444 Direct: 916-966-4444 nrsbroker@gmail.com DRE LIC #00970410

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Thank you to the readers of the Style Magazines for voting Nick Sadek a Favorite Real Estate Broker in Roseville, Granite Bay, Folsom and El Dorado Hills!

NRS Luxury Estates is a premier boutique and specialty real estate firm catering to the demands of the luxury estates marketplace. The company, based in Placer County, not just excels in a down market, but are moving high-end residential homes with multimillion dollar price tags. Real estate broker Nick Sadek and his partner Dina Sadek are renowned for selling Eddie Murphy’s Granite Bay mansion and currently have over $40,000,000 in listings and pending inventory of luxury estates. Nick fosters solid relationships with clients by making a point of always answering his phone, qualifying clients up-front, and being ready to preview properties right away. Nick’s 20 years in business have also enabled him to refine his approach working with high-end clients in the housing market. Extensive personal networking and Internet marketing are also part of his pattern of success. He develops targeted marketing ideas for projects of special interest, providing him success in substantial deals that often close more quickly than the market average.

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Karen Bowman would like to thank all her students and their families for recognizing her and Bowman Martial Arts as the Style Reader’s Choice Awards Favorite Instructor and Martial Arts Studio.

Bowman Martial Arts studio and Karen Bowman have been providing quality, family-run martial arts for over eight years and WE JUST GOT BIGGER! Bowman Martial Arts now has two workout floors to offer their students taekwondo, weapons training, sparring, self-defense, Little Dragons, tournament competition, and birthday parties. Bowman Martial Arts’ goal is to build strength, discipline, confidence and fun for their students through personalized instruction and caring.

Bowman Martial Arts is also the trusted studio for all martial classes with the City of Folsom Parks & Recreation Department.

We invite you to tour the studio and meet Karen Bowman and her instructors and see why so many Folsom families have trusted Bowman Martial Arts as a key part of their physical fitness.

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Weideman Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics Sunrise Dental Plaza 7916 Pebble Beach Dr., Ste. 101 Citrus Heights 916-962-0577 | www.SacChildrensDentist.com Thank you for voting us Favorite Pediatric Dental Practice winner for 2012 for Roseville, Granite Bay, Rocklin, Folsom, and El Dorado Hills! We are also proud that Dr. Lexie Lyons, our Specialist in Orthodontics, won Favorite Orthodontist in Roseville, Granite Bay, Rocklin, Folsom, and El Dorado Hills! We greatly appreciate your support and feel honored to have been chosen four years in a row.

It’s extremely rare to have four Board Certified Specialists in Pediatric Dentistry in one practice. This accomplishment and rigorous training is the highest achievement a specialty trained pediatric dentist can obtain. Our doctors also have degrees in psychology and have been trained specifically to help children with special needs. Comforting children and alleviating fears is really what we focus on.

We are a 2nd generation family-run practice treating the children of the Sacramento area for almost 40 years.

Dr. Lexie works in harmony with our Specialists in Pediatric Dentistry to monitor our patients’ dental health and development throughout their childhood and adolescence. She provides FREE consultations for our patients.

Now that school has started, call us for your FREE classroom or children’s group dental health education presentation with a magical appearance by the “Tooth Fairy”.

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Dr. Remy would like to thank her clients and the readers of Style Magazines for voting Vitality Med Spa the #1 Favorite Med Spa and for voting for Dr. Remy as a Favorite Doctor for Cosmetic Procedures. Vitality Medical offers the safest and most advanced, naturally based nonsurgical technology available in aesthetic medicine today for men, women and adolescents! Dr. Remy has dedicated her practice to using the latest technologies to give patients natural looking results that rejuvenate, provide symmetry, and enhance appearance. She specializes in techniques that are non-invasive and work with the body’s natural healing processes. Services offered include Laser Liposuction, Natural Augmentation & Body Sculpting, Skin Regeneration, Facial Sculpting, Laser Treatments, Weight Loss, Skin Care and more. Vitality emphasizes minimizing discomfort, and finding the best individual treatment plan to meet your specific needs. Call us to schedule your Free Consultation!

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Bicycles Plus is humbled to be chosen Favorite Bicycle Shop for the 4th year! We’ve been in business for over 24 years and offer the region’s largest selection of top brand bikes and accessories at the most competitive prices. This, along with our great staff, is why we consistently are voted on the of the Top 100 Bicycle Stores in America. We stand behind our products and our workmanship.

We strongly believe in giving back to our community by generously donating to local schools, athletes and charities. Our goals are simple: treat people with respect, have the largest inventory available for our clients and we never lose sight of the fact that we are also cyclists who strive to do the best for our clients and friends.

To celebrate our 25th year in business we are in the process of remodeling our store just in time for the holiday season. We couldn’t have done it without the support of the Folsom and El Dorado Hills communities. Sign up on our online e-list to be invited to our 25th year party to help us celebrate!

Thanks again to the readers for your continued support. Remember, life’s short, enjoy the ride!

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Thank you for voting us your Favorite Doctor for Cosmetic Procedures once again!

Dr. Ken Sumida and the staff at Nuance Cosmetic Surgery Center aim to improve your natural appearance and reverse some signs of aging. Nuance offers surgical and non-surgical procedures, including face lifts, eyelid lifts, breast enhancements and tummy tucks, facials, medical facials, Botox, restylane, and chemical peels. If you’re not sure if cosmetic surgery is for you, Dr. Sumida offers seminars that allow patients to explore the various methods of looking younger.

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European Wax Center Folsom - Broadstone Marketplace 2770 E. Bidwell St. | 916-355-1929 Folsom - The Parkway 25065 Blue Ravine Rd., Ste. 140 916-984-1929 www.waxcenter.com European Wax Center of Folsom would like to thank all of our guests for voting us the #1 Waxing Salon for the second year in a row! We offer our guests a host of services, including a complimentary service (specific services) for 1st time guests, pre-paid packages to help you save, including unlimited packages, guest loyalty programs.

We specialize in all areas of waxing, including: • Eyebrows • Bikini • Brazilian • Underarm • Waxing for men We are pleased to now offer you 2 convenient location’s in Folsom. We are located in the Broadstone Marketplace Shopping Center, opposite Bel Air at E. Bidwell and Broadstone Parkway and in the Parkway Shopping Center, opposite Raley’s at East Natoma and Blue Ravine. For more information on all of our services, please call us at 916-355-1929 (for the Broadstone location) or 916-984-1929 (for the Parkway location). Visit us on the web at www.waxcenter.com.

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Thanks to all the families that voted Lees’ Feed #1 favorite pet store. We strive to provide all your pets needs and to make your shopping experience the best it can be. Our family and staff have been serving this community for over 30 years and have been rewarded with great friends and neighbors. Live reptiles, exotic birds,baby chicks, tropical and marine fish entertain the kids while mom and dad shop for all their pet and ranch supplies. If you’ve never been to Lees’, come in and see why we’ve been voted #1-again. Your pets will be glad you did.

2012: Pet Store 2011: Pet Store 2010: Pet Store 2009: Pet Store

Foreign Autohaus of El Dorado Hills 4630 Post Street El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 916-933-4002 www.foreignautohaus.com

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Thank you for making us a Reader’s Choice Award winner for the second year in a row. We appreciate your vote of confidence. Foreign Autohaus of El Dorado Hills strives to provide the utmost in customer service and factory level maintenance and repairs.

This is backed up by a 2 year or 24,000 mile warranty.

We want to be your dealership alternative.

Foreign Autohaus of EDH has been in business for four years with 25 years of combined staff experience and is a full service repair facility. We have factory trained service technicians who understand the inherent complexities of your vehicle and it will be repaired correctly the first time. Our specialty is high end vehicles such as: BMW - Porsche - Audi - Mini Cooper - Mercedes Benz - Lexus - Land Rover, etc.

Foreign Autohaus of EDH honors and values it's work and will take excellent care of your car. We invite you to stop by and take a look at our facility. All of us here at Foreign Autohaus look forward to your visit, as well as serving you as your dealership alternative.

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Sierra Smokehouse BBQ 2533 Merrychase Dr., Ste. 400 Cameron Park 530-672-7477 www.sierrasmokehousebbq.com Sierra Smokehouse BBQ & Custom Catering has been serving award winning, Southern style, competition BBQ “with a California twist” in Cameron Park since 2008. We’ve successfully catered personal and corporate events for groups of 50 to 1,250 BBQ enthusiasts. Most rubs and sauces are Gluten Free and are available for purchase.

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Center Stage Dance Academy 2203 Francisco Dr., Ste. 150 El Dorado Hills 916-939-7222 www.csda.info Center Stage Dance Academy of El Dorado Hills offers quality instruction in all styles of dance including ballet, contemporary, lyrical, hip-hop, jazz, tap, break-dancing, and more.

Wonderful programs are available for both the recreational and serious dancer, and all students learn technical and performance skills in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere.

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Carter’s Carpet Restoration

1261 Hawks Flight Ct., Ste. F El Dorado Hills 916-933-3797 www.busybeesedh.com Lic. #093615280

916-933-7807 530-642-9003 www.CartersCarpet.com

THANK YOU for voting Busy Bees Preschool #1 Favorite Preschool, what an honor! The dedication of our teachers and the support of many wonderful families over the years are what makes us shine.

Make a Smile Pediatric Dental 2190 E. Bidwell St. | Folsom 916-984-0304 www.makeasmile.com

Thank you for voting us #1 Favorite Carpet Cleaning Service in Folsom, El Dorado Hills and the Foothills! Carter’s offers the best residue free, safe and non-toxic carpet cleaning available. Guaranteed or your money back!

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Thank you to the readers of Style Magazine for voting us favorite Pediatric Dentist!

Our mission is to provide you with extraordinary dental care for your growing little one. We welcome all cases, patients of a young age, children who require an extragentle hand with behavioral management, or children with special needs.

Your child will love the fun waiting room, designed with kids in mind! We care enough to know what kids like; movies in the treatment rooms, video games and lots of games and toys. The dentists and fun loving staff will work one on one with you and your child to fully explain diagnoses that will make you feel confident in your child’s treatment options. Our philosophy of inviting parents into the treatment room is a continual source of comfort for both children and parents.

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850 E. Bidwell St., Ste. 150 Folsom 916-984-0102 www.sbarkles.com

“We are proud to be a part of the Folsom/ El Dorado Hills community. Thank you for choosing us as your favorite wedding and family photographer, trusting us to capture your most special moments. We look forward to serving the community with the best quality and service for years to come!”

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Thank you to our terrific devoted dog and cat owners, we appreciate your business and we look forward to serving you and all you pet needs in the near future! Thanks for voting us favorite pet shop 4 years in a row!

Do-it-yourself Dog Wash, Super Premium/ Holistic Dog/Cat Food, High Quality Treats & Chews, Medicinal Products & Supplements, Grooming Products, Toys, Leashes & Collars.

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205 Serpa Way Folsom 916-358-9099 www.idiggreenacres.com We are proud to be a locally and family owned business that sells quality plants at the most competitive prices. Customer service is king at our stores and we will help you choose the right plants for the right place in your yard. New at Folsom – CUSTOM patio furniture and barbecues!

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Not Too Shabby 306 Riley St. Folsom 916-412-0215 www.nottooshabbyshop.com We want to Thank Everyone for voting for Not Too Shabby as one of Style Readers’ favorite Home Décor Stores! Please join us for our 7 year Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, October 13, in our fabulous new location 729 Sutter Street (right next to Snooks!).

Check out www.nottooshabbyshop.com and facebook for all of our latest treasures.

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9245 Beatty Dr. | Sacramento 916-369-6518 www.eberleremodeling.com

2770 E. Bidwell St. | Folsom 916-984-8988 www.ThaiParadiseFolsom.com

Eberle Remodeling, a full-service, Design/ Build, residential remodeling company, would like to thank all those who voted us their #1 Favorite Remodeler in the Roseville, Granite Bay, and Rocklin communities. Now in business for 28 years, we've won 53 NARI CotY awards. Please visit our website at www.

EberleRemodeling.com, and also check out the link to “GuildQuality”, our independent, customer satisfaction survey company.

Thank You to all our loyal customers who have made us the number one Thai Restaurant in the Folsom - El Dorado Hills Area for the fourth year in a row! Coming this fall - Thai Paradise is expanding! We are excited to announce that we will have a new larger dining room in the next few weeks. Same fabulous food, new romantic ambiance. Come taste for yourself why Thai Paradise is consistently voted the BEST Thai food in town!"

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Dr. Higgins is thrilled to have been chosen one of the Favorite Dentists for the Folsom and El Dorado Hills area. We pride ourselves on creating a comfortable environment where quality family dentistry meets a high cosmetic result. Customer service is of paramount importance to us as well as offering the best possible treatments available. We hope to see you soon.

Kate Miller Events™ is an event-planning boutique in Sacramento, CA. We reflect your unique tastes in every extraordinary detail, while staying organized, working within budget and thinking outside the box.

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Brighton Schools 8544 Auburn-Folsom Rd. | Granite Bay 916-791-8050 777 Levy Rd. | Folsom 916-353-0777 405 Natoma Station Dr. | Folsom 916-985-2222 www.brightonschools.com Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence this year! Since 1992 Brighton Schools has provided families with quality educational programs for all ages.

Our philosophy is based in the concept of the whole child fostering self-esteem and empowerment within our program. For our infant – preschool programs we believe in offering play based experiences in tandem with high academic standards, implemented through creative programming. Our curriculums are designed to engage all types of learners and developmental levels.

Our Private School (Kindergarten – 5th Grade) delivers our philosophy through solid , standards based curriculum, low teacher to child ratios and individualized attention. Our Private School offers the best in academic programs but also includes an intensive Spanish program, field trips, physical education, technology, music, art and character development. Our students enjoy the perks of a small, safe and community based environment.

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Thank you for voting us #1 Favorite Overall Restaurant along with all the other Readers’ Choice Awards. Owner Richard Righton and Chef Wendi Mentink have created a bistro in the true sense of the word. Join us for lunch or dinner, enjoy the patio, relax and have a drink at the bar. You've tried all the new places now come home to the Bistro.

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Ken and Robin Mizell 4311 Town Center Boulevard | El Dorado Hills 916-941-7400

Thank you Folsom for voting for us! Established in 2007, locally owned FreeStyle Clothing Exchange is the best place in the Sacramento area to recycle your style. With convenient locations in Folsom, Citrus Heights, and Midtown, you can bring your contemporary clothing, shoes, and accessories into any store for Cash or Trade on the spot! Our friendly buyers are available 7 days a week from open to close. We accept new and nearly new designer, trendy, and vintage men’s/women’s fashion. Visit our Folsom store today; we are located next to Trader Joes at 850 East Bidwell. www.freestyleclothing.com

Thank you to all our loyal Bark Avenue customers for voting us one of your favorite Pet Supply Stores and Grooming Salons 5 years in a row!

We are locally owned and operated store that specializes in quality pet foods and treats to make your four legged friends happy and healthy. Bark Avenue offers, a full service grooming salon, a do-it-yourself dog wash with endless warm water and waist high tubs and puppy training classes. We focus on healthy food and treat options at reasonable prices and we offer a knowledgeable staff available to answer all your pet questions.

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Golden Hills School (JK-8th grade)

Wayne K. Tsutsue, D.D.S. 1020 Suncast Lane, Ste. 103 | El Dorado Hills 916-941-2447 | www.alohadentaledh.com

1060 Suncast Lane | El Dorado Hills 916-933-0100 | www.goldenhillsschool.net

If his Japanese last name is too difficult to pronounce, call him DR. WAYNE! Born and raised in beautiful Hawaii, Dr. Wayne brings the “Aloha Spirit” to dentistry in his state-of-the-art office. Dr. Wayne, a graduate of USC School of Dentistry, caters to each patient’s individual needs in a skilled, gentle and caring manner.

Come visit Dr. Wayne and his dedicated staff with your dental concerns and questions. Serving your comfort, safety, and health is the number one goal at Aloha Family Dental. Thank you for voting him Favorite Dentist 5 years in a row!

At Golden Hills School, there is a shared purpose between parents and educators to provide our students with the very best learning opportunities. Our comprehensive curriculum includes daily P.E. as well as fine arts and performing arts, athletics, Spanish, and technology instruction. We are equally committed to our character education program for fostering confident, caring, socially-conscious young men and women. GHS teachers are fully credentialed and use their passion and experience to create a differentiated learning experience that develops 21st century skills such as creativity, innovation, and critical thinking. Thank you for honoring the hard work and commitment of the GHS faculty and staff with this award.

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Bistro La Petite France Dîner Magnifique

by Mary Shull

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magine being in a quaint café on the streets of Paris; actually experience it upon entering Bistro La Petite France.

Located on Sutter Street in Historic Folsom, the Bistro sits upstairs, which allows for the option of outdoor balcony seating. Being a rather warm day, however, my dining partner and I chose indoors. I was delighted we did, as it allowed us to easily soak in the ambiance and authentic French atmosphere.

After we were graciously greeted and seated, I browsed the menu looking for a new treat. Once our waitress told us about the specials, namely that the “quiche of the day” was Quiche Lorraine, I said: “Sold!” While waiting for the main dish, we sampled the plate of assorted marinated olives and beautiful Heirloom Tomato Salad with Basil Jell-O and Mozzarella.

My entrée arrived with an ample wedge of beautiful quiche, and I took

Imagine being in a quaint café on the streets of Paris… my first bite with a satisfying “ah.” It was delicious. Created by Chef Christophe, it was the perfect mix of egg, four cheeses, ham and onion sitting on a light, flaky crust. The accompanying mixed greens dressed in Dijon vinaigrette also de64 stylemg.com - October 2012

lighted my palate.

While I was busy devouring my lunch, my girlfriend was fairly quiet as she savored her Saumon Fume sur Baguette – smoked salmon on a sourdough baguette with dill crème fraiche. She was more than satisfied with her choice and also enjoyed the mixed greens with its fantastic dressing.

The service at Bistro La Petite France

was exceptional, as well as the food. The restaurant serves lunch Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., dinner Thursday through Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m., and Sunday brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Bistro La Petite France, 718 Sutter Street, Folsom, 916-608-2148, bistrolapetitefrance.net.

Photo by Dante Fontana.

Heirloom Tomato Salad with Basil Jell-O and Mozzarella

Take Charge of

YOUR HEALTH Be physically active, nutritionally smart and proactive about your health. By staying current with preventive screenings, you can avoid illness and improve your health. Make an appointment with a local Marshall Medical Center physician and do something good for yourself.

Marshall Family Medicine El Dorado Hills 916-933-8010 Marshall Family and Internal Medicine Cameron Park 530-672-7000 Marshall OB/GYN, Cameron Park 530-672-7060 Marshall Family and Internal Medicine Placerville 530-626-2920 Marshall Sierra Primary Medicine Placerville 530-621-3600 Marshall OB/GYN, Placerville 530-344-5470

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rystal Basin Bistro, a new eatery in Camino, exudes rustic ambiance that’s airy and laid-back with whimsical artwork and metal sculptures adorning the walls, including the only 10-foot ladle in California.

Located next door to Crystal Basin Cellars, the space was empty until its transformation by the winery owners a few months ago. Now it’s filled with coolers of gourmet cheeses and lunchmeats, shelves of crackers and picnic items, and tables of unusual oils and sauces. A wine bar is tucked under a colorful canopy, and guests are welcome to taste the special wines bottled for the restaurant. A nice selection of ciders and beers are available, too.

The bona-fide Bistro menu stars are the “shareable plates” created by Chef

Refreshingly sweet and slightly spicy, each bite was crunchy and flavorful.

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Crystal Basin Bistro It’s Good to Share

by Janet Scherr Lisa Scott. All plates are $6 and feature unique flavor combinations. There are about a dozen to choose from, plus a soup and salad of the day. The Washington DC plate was a great place to start – mushroom caps stuffed with breadcrumbs and sausage, topped lightly with cheese and served in a crème sauce. We devoured the ‘shrooms and then sopped

up the rich sauce with the accompanying baguette slices.

Although The Turlock – a grilled chicken breast slathered with pesto in a wrap – looked delicious, we opted for The P’ville, a hearty plate of roasted beef brisket served on Texas toast and topped with Gorgonzola crumbles. Rounding out the dish is a scoop of cheesy roasted red pepper orzo.

Of all the plates we shared, The Hong Kong was our favorite. Two giant gingerwasabi shrimp were served on a bed of Asian slaw and fried wontons. Refreshingly sweet and slightly spicy, each bite was crunchy and flavorful.

For dessert we savored grilled peaches with a dollop of vanilla ice cream, dusted with cinnamon and crowned with fresh basil. Knowing what I know now, next time it may be hard for me to share!

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Crystal Basin Bistro, 3590 Carson Road, Suite B, Camino, 530-303-3749, crystalbasinbistro.com/wp.

Photo by Dante Fontana.

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restaurantguide

MEXICAN CUISINE & TEQUILA LOUNGE

Experience Mexquite.

Featuring restaurants and eateries in El Dorado Hills and Folsom ** = MAGAZINE DISTRIBUTION POINT

EL DORADO HILLS AMERICAN/Café/Bakery/Deli The Hub Coffee House & Café 4364 Town Center Blvd.

916-939-6764 The Purple Place 363 Green Valley Rd. 916-933-2616 Sienna Restaurant 3909 Park Dr. 916-941-9694 Windplay Deli ** 5003 Windplay Dr. 916-933-9099 French Café Campanile 4359 Town Center Blvd.

916-934-0734 JAPANESE Sky Sushi 3907 Park Dr. 916-941-6310 MEXICAN Sir Vesa’s 2023 Vine Street 916-939-9153 THAI Chantara Thai 4361 Town Center Blvd.

916-939-0389

Karen’s Bakery and Café ** 705 Gold Lake Dr. 916-985-2665 La Bou 404 Blue Ravine Rd. 916-983-3885 13385 Folsom Blvd.

916-608-2288 Lake Forest Café 13409 Folsom Blvd.

916-985-6780 Land Ocean New American Steakhouse 2720 E. Bidwell St. 916-983-7000 Hours: Open daily, Sun-W: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Th-Sat: 11 a.m. - 12 a.m.; Happy Hour: M-F: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Land Ocean is a modern twist to the traditional steakhouse. A comfortable, swanky ambiance with incredible premium steaks, fresh fish, and wood fired rotisserie pork and chicken. We offer many of your favorite steakhouse favorites but also unique, unexpected dishes.

See ad on page 8 Main Street Bagel ** 1125 Riley St. 916-983-6444 Mary’s Gold Miner Cafe 426 E. Bidwell St. 916-984-4181

Freshii 2776 E. Bidwell St. 916-983-1400

Willow Cafe & Sweetery 13405 Folsom Blvd.

916-294-7805 Hours: Lunch: M-F 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Dinner: Th-Sat 5 p.m. - Close; Brunch: Sat-Sun 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Credit Cards Accepted: V, M, D At Willow Café & Sweetery we proudly feature a seasonal menu with local brews and wines available. Our dishes highlight fresh, local and delicious ingredients, using only free-range and grass-fed meats. We offer cuisine to meet a range of dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free selections. You will find an inviting, family-friendly environment with a unique concept featuring a staff-monitored playroom to accommodate guests with young children. Call for availability.

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Jack’s Urban Eats ** 2756 E. Bidwell St. 916-984-5553

California-French Bidwell Street Bistro ** 1004 E. Bidwell Street

FOLSOM RESTAURANTS American/Café/Bakery/Deli Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Folsom 1016 Riley St. 916-225-3541 Early Toast** 25075 Blue Ravine Rd. 916-984-5200 Folsom Sports Garage ** 25005 Blue Ravine Rd. 916-984-7008

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the finest in services, quality and presentation

weddings open house events birthday parties cocktail parties private events

916.834.3554 BoccaCatering.com

restaurantguide Bidwell St. Bistro continued...

916-984-7500 Hours: Lunch: M-F: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Dinner: M: 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.; T-Th: 5 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.; F-Sat: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.; Closed Sun. Credit Cards Accepted: V, M, A, D Bidwell Street Bistro has been serving excellent food and wine in Folsom for over 9 years. Owner, Richard Righton, and Executive Chef, Wendi Mentink are a formidable team and have been praised and won awards since they opened. Open for lunch and dinner with a full bar. Bidwell Street Bistro also has a private dining room for your special events and business dinners.

Come and enjoy our seasonal menu and extensive wine list. Catering is also available. www.bidwellstreetbistro.com See ad on page 70 Chinese/Asian Fat’s Asia Bistro ** 2585 Iron Point Rd. 916-983-1133 Hours: Lunch: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily; Dinner: Sun-Th: 4 p.m. - 10 p.m.; F-Sat: 4 p.m. - 11 p.m. Reservations Accepted Credit Cards Accepted: V, M, A We specialize in handmade dim sum, house made banana cream pie (Frank Fat’s recipe) and fresh, high quality Asian food. Full bar with high quality spirits and spectacular wine list. Patio seating with outdoor water features. Banquet parties available for up to 30 people. We have contemporary Asian cuisine in a spectacular hip environment.Visit www. lovemyfats.com.

See ad on page 10 Sunny Garden Exotic Asian Cuisine 25085 Blue Ravine Rd. 916-983-8882 Teriyaki To Go! 614 E. Bidwell St. 916-983-5560 Italian Visconti’s Ristorante 2700 E. Bidwell St. 916-983-5181 See ad on page 68 JapanesE Aloha Sushi ** 2791 East Bidwell St. 916-984-3777 I Love Teriyaki & Sushi 185 Blue Ravine Rd. 916-357-5202 Suishin Sushi ** 194 Blue Ravine Rd. 916-985-8885

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Wasabi Japanese Fusion 2371 Iron Point Rd. 916-817-8887 Mexican Felipe’s Mexican Restaurant ** 1760 Prairie City Rd. 916-985-8888 Jimboy’s Tacos 708 E. Bidwell St. 916-983-6990 La Rosa Blanca 402 Natoma St. 916-673-9085 Los Cerros Mexican Grill 2405 Iron Point Rd. 916-817-6452 Mexquite ** The Parkway Shopping Center 916-984-8607 Hours: Sun-Th: 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; F-Sat: 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m., bar open until 1 a.m. F-Sat. Credit Cards Accepted: V, M, A Mexquite Mexican Cuisine and Tequila Lounge complements what the city of Folsom and our surrounding areas are creating for our environment. We are here to provide shade, great tasting cuisine, warmth for the winter months and cooling for the summer time, while providing our neighbors and friends with outstanding service and the highest quality food and beverages. NOW SERVING Mexican breakfast Sat. & Sun. Visit www.mexquite.com.

See ad on page 67 Pizza Girasole Pizza 2700 E. Bidwell St. 916-984-7179 Pronto Pizza 299 Iron Point Rd. 916-608-0720 THAI Thai Paradise ** 2770 E. Bidwell St. 916-984-8988

SELECT OUTLYING RESTAURANTS Sierra Smokehouse BBQ 2533 Merrychase Dr., Cameron Park 530-672-7477 ZacJack Bistro 3275 Coach Ln., Cameron Park 530-676-2969

For more restaurant listings in the Folsom, El Dorado Hills and surrounding areas, visit our Web site at: stylemg.com and click on our extensive restaurant guide.

Let’s Celebrate Dining 2012

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For two weeks only, more than 40 of the area’s best restaurants will be serving special three-course price-fixed dinners for only $15, $30, or $40.

Celebrate the Sacramento regional dining experience October 1-14, 2012!

• Biba • Dos Coyotes - Market Square at Arden Fair, Roseville at Rocky Ridge Town Center • High Steaks - Thunder Valley Casino • Il Fornaio Cucina Italiana - Roseville, Sacramento • Land Ocean New American Steakhouse • Red Lantern - Thunder Valley Casino • Scott’s Seafood - Sacramento, Folsom • House Kitchen & Bar • Sienna Restaurant • Paragary’s Bar & Oven • Cafe Bernardo on K Street • Chicago Fire - Folsom, Roseville, Sacramento • Esquire Grill • Zocalo - Sacramento, Roseville • Frank Fat’s

• Morton’s Steak House • Fat’s Asia Bistro - Roseville, Folsom • Old Spaghetti Factory - Midtown, Roseville, Rancho Cordova, Elk Grove • Más Cocina Mexicana • Ink Eats & Drinks • Fat City Bar & Cafe • Ruth’s Chris Steak House - Sacramento • Mikuni Sushi - Roseville, Elk Grove, Davis, Fair Oaks, Midtown Sacramento • Mikuni Kaizen • Pizza Rock • Taro’s by Mikuni • De Vere’s Irish Pub • Players Sports Pub and Grill • And more!

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taste Grilled Marinated Chicken Brochettes Morocco: A Culinary Journey with Recipes from the SpiceScented Markets of Marrakech to the Date-Filled Oasis of Zagora

by Jeff Koehler (Chronicle Books, 2012, $29.95)

dinner date Food and Wine for the Season

• 2 heaping tbsp. finely chopped fresh cilantro • 2 tsp. ground cumin • 1 tsp. sweet paprika • 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper (optional) • Salt and freshly ground black pepper • 6 tbsp. olive oil • 4 boneless chicken breasts (about 2 lb.) cut into 3/4-to 1-inch cubes In a large mixing bowl, add the cilantro, cumin, paprika and cayenne pepper. Generously season with salt and pepper. Moisten with the oil and blend well. Add the chicken and turn to coat. Cover, refrigerate and marinate for 1 hour, turning occasionally.

Prepare skewers with 6-8 cubes of chicken on each. The pieces should be just touching, not squashed tightly together.

If using a grill pan, skillet or griddle, heat over mediumhigh heat. If using a barbecue, prepare a fire and heat until the coals are glowing. If using a broiler, preheat the broiler.

Cook the brochettes, nudging them from time to time with

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the help of a spatula in order to cook evenly on all sides, until the meat is cooked through and firm to touch, 4-5 minutes. Serve hot. Makes about 16 brochettes; serves 4.

2011 MASON SAUVIGNON BLANC Randy Mason has been producing wine for more than 30 years (the first Mason wine was produced in 1993) and is known in the industry as a pioneer for producing some of the best California Sauvignon Blancs on the market. It was Mason’s vision to produce a high-quality wine and make it available at a fair market price. The fruit for this year’s Sauvignon Blanc came solely from a vineyard called Blockhouse – located in Yountville – which in itself is special and unusual, since typically grapes for Sauvignon Blancs at this price point (approximately $16 bottle) come from various sources. The vineyard is located at the heart of the valley’s floor, which enjoys cool evenings and warm days, making for excellent grapes.

2011 Mason Sauvignon Blanc embodies a very elegant style with amazing flavors of grapefruit, melon and fresh-cut grass. Fermented in 100-percent stainless steel tanks, it has a very distinctive nose, and overall is a true Napa-style Sauvignon Blanc that’s heralded for its varietal trueness and perfect balance.

I like to enjoy this wine with an appetizer before dinner; it even goes well with hummus!

— Richard Righton Owner, Bidwell Street Bistro in Folsom

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Cookbook and recipe photos courtesy of Chronicle Books; wine bottle photo courtesy of Mason Cellars.

Like Grilled Spicy Kefta Brochettes, these are a favorite throughout Morocco, referred to as snacks in street stalls and in simple cafes. They’re inexpensive, flavorful and quick to prepare. The chicken takes on a lovely golden hue from the cumin and sweet paprika. Calculate about four brochettes per person as part of a meal, accompanied by a few salads and plenty of bread.

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palm springs California’s Desert Playground

by Debra Linn

Miramonte Resort & Spa

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El Paseo Shopping District

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f you think the nine cities encompassing the Palm Springs area would be a great retirement destination, well, you’d be right… and you’d also be wrong. The year-round sunshine, relatively slower-paced lifestyle and brutally hot summers (luckily it’s a dry heat!) does make the area – collectively known as the Coachella Valley – an attractive destination for retiring snowbirds. But since there’s no shortage of misters, pools and air conditioning, don’t let the heat keep you from a weekend getaway. Now through May, when the weather is spectacular, is the perfect time of year to indulge in some of the fabulous things to see and do – at a fraction of the high-season rates.

EXPERIENCE There are 112 golf courses, countless hiking trails and excellent resorts, spas and restaurants at your fingertips. One not-to-miss event for tennis lovers is the BNP Paribas Open – held every March in Indian Wells and known in tennis circles as “the fifth major,” as it gathers the world’s top professional players. The Tennis Garden at Indian Wells boasts the second largest tennis stadium in the world and is surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds. In March 2012, attendance topped 370,000 for the two-week combined ATP and WTP event. Tickets are on sale now for the 2013 tournament, to be held March 4-17.

Joshua Tree

Hiking Indian Canyons

Images courtesy of Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.

BNP Paribas Open

Tahquitz Creek Golf Club

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Walking through Indian Canyons

If tennis isn’t your thing, music may be.

Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, held every April, is the go-to music festival. It’s like an annual Woodstock for the millennial generation, but less muddy!

UNWIND If your escape to the valley is about indulgence, then you’ll have no trouble finding a spa to suit your needs. After a day on the links or hardcore shopping in the El Paseo Shopping District, try the Aqua Well massage at the Miramonte Resort & Spa in Indian Wells, where you float weightlessly in a pool heated to your body temperature while your muscles are rhythmically massaged; the unique treatment leaves you relaxed and almost spiritually calm.

Another fantastic venue is La Quinta Resort & Club, also in Indian Wells. This Waldorf Astoria property, originally built in 1926, covers 45 lushly manicured acres at the foot of the Santa Rosa Mountains.

Golf, tennis, dining and a world-renowned spa combine for one of the most luxurious experiences available. The spa’s acclaimed HydraFacial is a new skin rejuvenation system that attracts both movie stars and locals to experience skin care on a whole new level.

Even though Le Parker Méridien’s spa, PSYC (Palm Springs Yacht Club) has no body of water in which to dock your yacht, PSYC believes in the country club experience, which – according to their Web site – includes mixed doubles, a long steam and a stiff cocktail. Difficult to argue otherwise!

The lobby at PSYC

The bar at Tinto

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Crowd at Coachella

Images courtesy of Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism.

Most resorts offer several dining options, but one not to miss is Tinto at The Saguaro Palm Springs, a wine bar and restaurant from Iron Chef Jose Garces, featuring a modern take on tapas from Spain’s Basque region. Fun, vibrant and delicious!

The entire valley offers so many opportunities that you have to go and experience it for yourself. Oh, and if you visit in the winter, don’t forget to pack your skis… seriously! •

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

Face in a Book exists for two reasons: for the love of books and for the love of the community. We are a general bookstore with all new books; in addition, we carry unique gift items, from travel accessories to journals and greeting cards.

I’d always wanted to own a small business in our community, where I would have the opportunity to interact with people and offer them something special. While lamenting over the closing of Borders with a friend last summer, I recall telling her that bookstores were closing because people were spending too much time on Facebook and that they should get their “face…IN a book!” The name…and the idea stuck!

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

We are involved with the community in two ways. First, we carry items in the store from local authors – including Cindy Sample, Amber Garza, Lori Mortensen Tina Ferguson and others – and businesses. We also offer coffee and tea from local roasters El Dorado Coffee and Tea. Secondly, we are partnering with local community groups Hands for Hope and Run for Courage to carry their hats and T-shirts. Customers Face in a Book are the heartbeat of our store! We will do whatever we can to find just the right book for 4359 Town Center Boulevard people. If we don’t carry something, we have the ability to order nearly 9 million titles, Suite 113 and there is no charge for shipping items to the store.

El Dorado Hills What’s your favorite childhood memory?

916-941-9401 Other kids had a favorite toy…I had books! A favorite memory is reading Nancy Drew getyourfaceinabook.com books while lying on my stomach in my father’s Ford pickup truck when it was winter.

Outside it was freezing, but with the windows rolled up and the sunlight pouring in I was 100-percent cozy. You can never go wrong with a comfy seat and good book!

Symmetry for Health 2575 East Bidwell Street Suite 260 Folsom 916-467-7764 symmetryforhealth.com

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

It found me. I’m originally from Amador County and received a baseball scholarship to San Diego State University, where I received my bachelor’s degree in athletic training. I was chronically injured my senior year, and the irony was no therapies helped me. When I graduated, I was hired at the Egoscue Method in San Diego, a clinic famous for fixing Jack Nicklaus’ back by addressing postural issues and not pain, which also helped relieve my pain. In 1997, I started Symmetry and have since received a patent for my software and the device I created, P.A.T. (Postural Assessment Tool), which measures postural deviations and plugs the information into the software to create individualized corrective exercise routines.

Why is your staff the best in the business?

I have a great situation in that my staff includes just me! Part of what I pride myself on is the personal touch I give my clients. I have another aspect of my business where I certify practitioners (massage therapists, acupuncturists, chiropractors, etc.) in Symmetry, so in essence I’m franchising my business to those who already have a staff, in order to expand and grow Symmetry.

What’s your biggest job perk?

Seeing my clients heal themselves and realizing they don’t have to rely on me to keep them out of pain. Also, I can make my own schedule in order to spend more time with my family.

If you could be any other profession, what would it be?

Playing for the Dodgers! I came close in college, hitting .390 and earning MVP my senior year, but ironically my injuries lead me to what I’m doing now and I have no regrets.

And finally, customer service is…?

Treating people as if they have purpose for your life – never take anything or anyone for granted.

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Dina and Eddie Alexander

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

We are a friendly, community-oriented pet supply store. Now living in the Foothills, we established our original family-owned pet supply business more than 26 years ago. We recently found our one-of-a-kind “dream store,” which is on Green Valley Road, across from the Purple Place. We stock a variety of high-quality premium pet foods, treats, toys, crates, pens, collars, leashes, and now wild bird and patio décor specialties. We have never, nor will we ever, sell animals. We are proud supporters of local pet rescue organizations. After two start-up stints inside the corporate world, Dina and I knew that following our own hearts made the best business sense for us. Selecting the pet supply business was just a natural extension of who we were (and are): total pet lovers! After beginning small (via specialty dog and cat shows), we decided to take the scary brick and mortar plunge in 1987. Looking back, our timing wasn’t stellar as Dina was expecting our first child and money was more than just a little stretched. Though we had many slow and difficult days from the start, we felt fortunate for the wonderful number of affirming customers who stood by us. These customers and their pets are the driving force behind our business success; they are also an integral inspiration for our Folsom/El Dorado Hills location.

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

Togs for Dogs and Cats Too is perhaps the proudest of its extensive history of community outreach. In addition to supporting numerous organizations – including rescues, SPCA, public/private school, daycares, the arts and many more – we’re especially blessed that we could step up to raise funds for a local infant born without functioning kidneys. I will never forget what we, the boy’s family, our customers, and the community at-large felt when almost one year later the boy was taken off dialysis and received a life-saving kidney donation.

And finally, customer service is…?

Everything!

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

After buying a dry cleaning plant in Folsom, American Cleaners, in June 2000, the previous owner introduced The Pressing Edge, a mobile dry clean pick-up and delivery service. I wasn’t the one who founded the business; we actually bought the shop from the previous owner.

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

American Cleaners and The Pressing Edge are involved in both the Folsom and El Dorado Hills Chambers of Commerce. Being a part of these organizations allows us to better connect with the area we advertise in, as well as teach us better skills to assist our customers.

Why is your staff the best in the business?

Our staff not only provides one of the highest quality cleaning techniques and the most time-efficient deadlines, but also treats every customer well, via service with a smile.

Virgilio, Alma and Vincent Versoza What life accomplishments are you most proud of?

Having the ability to push through each and every obstacle involved in business, and learning that life is not about yourself but serving all those around you, in any way you can.

The Pressing Edge What’s your favorite local event that you go to?

Folsom Family Fun Night and the local farmers’ market.

916-574-9558 Who is your role model in business or in life, and why? thepressingedge.com Jesus is the reason for all my smiles, all my service, and all my success. Without Him, I would have no coach, as well as no clear path to achieve my ultimate goal.

Where do you and your family go locally to have fun?

Regal Cinemas in El Dorado Hills.

And finally, customer service is…?

The best! Without our customers, we wouldn’t have anyone to serve. Without anyone to serve, we wouldn’t be the strong warriors we are today. We only have our customers to thank for our success, through our wonderful customer service!

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njoy a variety of food and drink; shop for handmade crafts and wares; and enjoy thrilling entertainment provided by jousters, jugglers, swordsmen, musicians and merrymakers.

Presented by Renaissance Productions in collaboration with Folsom Parks & Recreation

Information and Tickets: www.folsomfaire.com

outtakes Sports Authority Grand Opening Palladio Parkway, Folsom, August 11 Photos courtesy of Chris Morales.

Employees gather for the ribbon cutting ceremony

Employees in front of the new store

Folsom Dog Resort 2012 Summer Doggy Olympics

Staff member Emily congratulates tug-owar competitor Ted

Folsom Dog Resort, August 10 Photos courtesy of Kimberly Selberg.

Jasper takes first place in the extreme Frisbee trials

Folsom Dog Resort employees Eric and Emily host the Closing Ceremonies with contestant, Oliver Local mascots pose with customers Vladi works hard to win the tug-o-war competition Bridgestone Putting Contest

Landon sprints from the starting line in the 50-yard dash

Summer Jam 2012 Lake Natoma Inn, Folsom, July 21 Photos courtesy of Brendan Day Photography.

Frank Parise of Caravanserai

Summer Jam staff (L to R): Brendan Taylor, Theresa, Jan Shipstead, Joe Floriano, Veronica Duran, Lynn Solberg, Dave Niblett, Ashley Country, Rob Newhouse, John, and Charlotte Rivera

S.P.E.A.R. Wine & Olive Oil Tasting Event Holiday Inn Express, El Dorado Hills, August 11 Photos courtesy of Robert Hall.

Guests sample olive oil and vinegars from We Olive Oil of El Dorado Hills Partygoers toast with specialty Summer Jam cocktails

Attendees enjoy the festivities

Caravanserai performs the music of Santana

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Vintners from Lava Cap and Di Vitorio Wineries swap bottles of their vintages

Pleasant Valley Middle School Counselor Melissa Carrol and S.P.E.A.R. Founder Vivian Figuera

Guests survey items in the silent auction

Snacks are served to complement the wines

marshall medical center’s south wing grand opening — The new south wing houses a brand new birth center and state-of-the-art emergency center Placerville, September 15 Photos by Aaron Roseli. See more photos from this event online at stylemg.com.

Rene Orona, M.D., Marina Bowlin and Randy King, M.A.

Shannon Truesdell, COO of MMC; Marshall Mouse; Kathy Krejci, R.N., CNE; and Gael Barsotti, Chairman of MMC Board

Teddy Bear Clinic check-in, (clockwise) Ellen, Lacey K, Theresa and Lacey D.

OHS Dance Squad Members: Taylor, Victoria and Morgan

Nurses and doctors check vitals on cuddly patients at the Teddy Bear Clinic

EDC first responders, Scott Ramsey, Dave Abernethy & Mark Kindelt tour the new ER facility

OHS Dance Squad show their stuff

Alexis Lieser, M.D. checks out “Teddy”

Expectant parents, Kristy and Bryan Newmeyer, show off the relative size of their soon-to-arrive baby

Chairman of the MMC Board, Gael Barsotti, with Marshall Mouse

Choosing just one of the 150 dollies handmade by Marshall staff is so hard!

Fireman Michael Andrews on hand to answer questions and show off the EDC fire engine

New DeVinci Robotic Surgery Demo

Jennifer Fiterre with Marshall Mouse

If you know of any events happening in the Folsom, El Dorado Hills area or have photos you would like to share with us, please submit them to info@stylemg.com. And, to see more Outtakes photos, visit our Web site: stylemg.com.

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wo monsters one night were talking About the scariest way to scare, How to fright and strike fear In anyone near, And cause people to leap from their chairs.

“I like to start with a sneer,” said one.

Said the other, “I like to start with a scowl.”

“I whip out my claws.”

“I snap with my jaws.”

And they agreed one always should growl.

One monster stood up on his hind legs, To show how he towered overhead.

Broad-shouldered and tall, Green scales and all, He was good at bringing the dread.

The first beast then flicked out his long tongue; Like a towel it snapped through the room.

Disgusting and slimy, And a little bit grimy, It left the walls all covered in goo.

The second narrowed his one eye, Which sat like a jewel on his forehead.

Then focusing in, That horrible lens Shot lightning that blew up a bed.

While the smoke cleared away they cackled, And rolled on the floor with delight.

Their throaty guffaws

And pounding of paws, Jangled the stars hung in the night.

Then suddenly they grew quite quiet And held still, not twitching a tail.

A loud knock on their door – Then three knocks once more.

Was it a monster hunter, hot on their trail?

No, it was something considerably less scary.

To them, anyway – but not you or me.

Because every grown monster Once was a youngster, And these two were still little, you see.

The ruckus they made was disturbing Their parents one floor below; With the thuds and the laughing, And the booms and the cackling, It was ruining Dad’s favorite TV show.

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So their momma came stomping upstairs.

It was she who rapped with such clout: “KNOCK IT OFF!” she bellowed.

And to make them more mellow, She threatened them with a time-out.

Well, that was enough for our two little beasts, Who sat smiling at the damage they’d caused: Goo on the door, A shattered bed on the floor, Pillows destroyed by their claws.

And they both knew they needed a broom Or maybe two; there was so much to sweep.

But such destruction is tiring To a small monster’s wiring, So instead...

They fell fast asleep.

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The other lurched forward on all fours, And swatted the air with his tail.

Then he reared back and bellowed, And spit something yellow, That smelled putrid and rancid and stale.

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