San Joaquin Lifestyles Jun 2011

San Joaquin Lifestyles

LIFESTYLES magazine

june 2011

BACKYARDS BECKON OUTDOOR RELAXATION Page 11

CAROL J. ORNELAS BUILDING COMMUNITIES, STRENGTHENING FAMILIES Page 17

Volume 5, Issue 3

June 2011 ■ sanjoaquinlifestyles.com

Begin motherhood in good hands.

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At St. Joseph’s, we are dedicated to your comfort, supplying advanced pain management, including epidurals. You’ll feel reassured knowing there are new C-section surgical suites and a state-of-the-art neonatal ICU. The birth of your baby is a story you’ll share time and time again. Choose the perfect setting—St. Joseph’s Medical Center—where we’ve created a special place for motherhood to begin.

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onderful, soulful music.

summertime, when the livin’ is easy, live music is bountiful throughout san Joaquin County!

And, you don’t have to look too far to find it! throw down a blanket, open up the picnic basket and enjoy the Delta breeze while supporting the Wednesday night Concerts in the Park. Writer ivan Moore highlights the variety and ambiance of this local treasure. His story on page 42 also gives a complete list of performers, as well as opportunities to financially support this wonderful summer tradition!

Wineries throughout the region – from the concert series at Jessie’s Grove Winery to the ironstone Amphitheatre in Murphys, you can enjoy everything from jazz to bluegrass, pop to rock

On the cover: Outdoor living

and roll. Check out the story on page 32 about stone Garden Vineyards – they too, have summer

photo CourteSy oF SpriNg CreeK pool & Spa, iNC.

concerts planned. Google your favorite winery, and chances are you’ll find a cool, summer evening concert, to relax, sip a local wine, and take in some great music.

All over town there are venues offering up soulful sounds: the empire theatre, Lincoln Center LiVe!, stone Creek Village, the Mile, the Peace and Justice Center, Hutchins street square, the

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Grand, and restaurants and lounges all over town. Many venues offer music throughout the year,

Roger Coover

but when that summer Delta breeze kicks in, the options are tenfold. there really isn’t anything

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better than a beautiful evening out with family and friends, with the sounds of our local musician artists in the background.

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EDITOR

Carrie sass

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

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Jason ente Dan Loeffelbein

P.s. Just so you know, i came through on my promise to send Mr. Forbes every issue of Lifestyles magazine. Best $50 bucks in postage i ever spent.

Please continue to forward story ideas to: SASS! Public Relations 2972 W. Swain Road #228, Stockton 95219; or call: 209-957-7277; or email: cmsass@comcast.net

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Barbara Daly Matthew Davies Laurie eager Charleen earley Joan Heffernan Michelle Machado ivan Moore Lindsay ortez J. Michael Rivera Antoinette tull

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TABLE OF CONTENTS LIVING WITH STYLE 11 Backyards That Beckon Relaxation

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT 17 Building Communities, Strengthening Families 36 Innovators in the Industry

SAVOR 22 Dad’s Day Destination

ESCAPES 46 Gold Country Gem

THE ARTS 26 Pack Your Picnic Basket Concerts at Victory Park

WINES 32 Mixing It Up Vinothèque wine cabinets STORY PAGE 36

ELITE FLEET 52 Style Redefined The Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima

MARK THE DATE 62 Upcoming events in our area

Concerts in the Park STORY PAGE 26 PHOTO COURTESY STOCKTON CONFERENCE & VISITORS BUREAU

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Scene and be Seen 67 Women of the Year 68 Community Foundation 69 Go Red 70 Hall of Fame Dinner 71 Pops Concert 72 VFW Dinner 73 Garden Faire 74 Latina Luncheon

Bass Pro Shops Story page 58

L ifes tyles People

introducing the people behind this issue of san Joaquin Lifestyles

Antoinette Tull Having the opportunity to write for San Joaquin Lifestyles is an opportunity long sought? I have been a fan of the magazine for a long time and with each publication wished for the chance to contribute to such a wonderful publication; one that puts forth so much of what our city and community are about! My degree in journalism and public relations are now being used to express the love I feel about where I live and the enduring qualities of the people with whom I am most fortunate to meet!

Michelle Machado Michelle Machado is a lifelong San Joaquin County resident and a University of the Pacific graduate. She was a stayat-home mom for 17 years before becoming a newspaper reporter and editor. Now a freelance writer, Machado is an avid reader of 19th- and early 20th-century literature. She also enjoys gardening, cooking and practicing yoga.

“Remaining in the county where I grew up means I am deeply rooted here,” she said. “Its central location also provides opportunities for diverse experiences in the surrounding area.”

Joan Heffernan Stockton is home to me. I came here as a bride (from Manteca!); Michael and I raised our children here. When I explain why I love Stockton, it is always for the same reason. It’s the people. I could never replace the friends we have here.

They are pure gold. Writing for Lifestyles is a treat. I love to write, and describing events or places I’ve visited gives me a chance to share the experience and relive the excitement.

Barbara Daly I love to travel, meet new people and explore the great outdoors. Fortunately I get to do all that while writing for Lifestyles magazine. I have to thank Carrie Sass, Lifestyles’ editor for that! She always has her ear to the ground for what’s happening. I’ve enjoyed writing about and exploring Manhattan Beach, New Orleans and Spain.

I’ve met amazing people who have contributed to our community. Between these writing assignments and my video production company, Daly Video Services, (www.dalyvideoservices.com), I’m fortunate to share so many experiences with such awe-inspiring people.

Charlene Earley I love writing about a county that is so rich in culture, talent and beauty; it makes my job as a writer that much easier. I was a Stocktonian for almost six years, and have been writing for The Record for over 10 years. My favorite subjects to cover are people, places and things, of which my son says, “nouns, mom, nouns!”

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artistry… details that denote quality beyond compare… these are keynote attributes of spring Creek Pool & spa, inc.

Business founder eddie erdelatz grew up in the construction business. in the same field, eddie’s father-in-law also mentored him, allowing eddie to further his talents in the business. Fascinated with the strategic elements of design, he opened spring Creek’s doors in 2003 in Ripon, sharing that it began as “a homespun business.”

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Co-owner Greg Wheatley, equally charming and self-effacing, owned and managed Lodi Golf Center before joining eddie and

where competitors are highly reknowned builders from across the globe.

Current trends include the “stay vacation,” where

becoming the head of marketing/sales for the company.

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Both share intense passion for their business and loyalty to

homeowners upgrade their existing outdoor living spaces. these

their customers, which is clearly evident in their work and the

backyard wonders are rooms without walls and may include

continued word-of-mouth referrals. With focus on projects both

full-service kitchens, heaters, big-screen tVs – all the coziness of

large-scale and less so, eddie and Greg bring superior quality in

being inside with lots of luxury to spare outside. Pool designs may

the design and execution of every project.

feature majestic waterfalls, hand-picked boulders, infinity edges

their focus is “backyard traveling.” Hope Ranch won two

that drift out into space, beach retreats, bar seating in secluded

Western states gold medals and an international Bronze award

grotto settings wrapped in landscape designs that make it all

from the prestigious Association of Pool & spa Professionals,

complete. A current project of over 1 million dollars features a

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cantilevered pool ascending several stories over a

more than just another place to carry out domestic

larger pool below.

activities. they have the potential to play a crucial role

What the imagination dreams, eddie and Greg

in nurturing personal well-being and in helping us to

can create with world-class materials. Designs, done

find inner and outer peace in our daily lives. exposure

in house, can be made on any budget. Projects don’t

to fresh air, water, plants and sunshine immediately

have to cost a million to look like it.

reconnects us to our essential humanity.”

eddie reflects, “i am a firm believer that outdoor living spaces in our homes should be a whole lot

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tierra del sol is the latest VHB project. it is the first net-zero energy-efficient affordable home community in the Central Valley. the 22 homes being built in east stockton feature solar systems, energy-efficient appliances and efficient water and space heating. electric bills for one of these homes should average zero dollars. this is yet another aspect of Carol’s vision coming to fruition. “utilities are very expensive. By cutting these costs, families have the opportunity to save for education and other household needs,” says Carol. “We are also protecting the environment and doing our part for our children’s future.” it was Carol’s determination and vision that bolstered her success in the male-dominated world of developers. “i love taking an idea, a vision and seeing it happen,” says Carol.

Carol’s visions aren’t limited to the drafting table. Her latest endeavor is called “Bounce Back to Home ownership.” the multi-year financial education program is designed to help those who’ve experienced foreclosure re-enter the housing market. Participants learn how to re-establish credit, create a budget and savings plan. Families begin by selecting a home, then working toward ownership.

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Carol hopes the lessons learned from the Bounce Back program will be passed on to future generations with a realistic goal of achieving the dream of homeownership. “i love when i go into a home in one of my established communities and see report cards posted on the fridge. there’s such a sense of pride, of home and family.”

VHB is helping shape the hearts and homes of many Central Valley residents. Carol’s vision of reinventing troubled neighborhoods into safe, healthy living environments is providing many families with a proud place to hang a report card. ❑

VHB has built and renovated 1,200 multi-family homes and more than 500 single-family homes in the Central Valley.

Carol ornelas was one of 49 leaders selected to participate in the neighborWorks’ Achieving excellence in Community Development program in collaboration with Harvard university’s Kennedy school of Government.

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baseball and how to toss a pigskin. Chances are you inherited more than receding hairline and eye-color; he probably passed down his favorite pro teams and beer-type to you, too. so why not celebrate the fact at the perfect Father’s Day venue – stockton’s Valley Brewing Co. the pub and sports bar is a family-friendly Miracle Mile destination, and an ideal place to share a burger and a brew with Dad. the atmosphere is unbeatable, with multiple

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The menu features standard pub fare: burgers, pizza, sandwiches, wings and ribs, and some surprises like the salmon burger, eggplant parmesan, and fresh crab cakes.

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Is Dad a baseball fan? Of course he is. Sunday, June 19 happens to coincide with an interleague matchup between the A’s and Giants. It’s as if the Father's Day gods have planned it out perfectly. Your game plan? Find the spot at the bar with the best view and knock a few back with Dad while sharing an order of garlic fries.

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ummer is synonymous with outdoor activities – barbecue,

baseball, beaches. And for over six decades, summer in stockton means enjoying warm evenings and live music in the outdoors, with Concerts in the Park. this year’s program features 13 shows from acts with a range of music styles from traditional concert bands to classic rock. All concerts will be held in Victory Park at 6 pm on Wednesday evenings beginning June 1.

Popular requests have called for an expansion of musical styles, and stockton-area musicians have answered the call.

Returning favorites include the Valley Concert Band, a 30-piece ensemble performing classic marches, big band standards, and Broadway tunes. the swinging swingaires return with new vocalist tess Waters, and the Caribbean jazz-fusion group tropical nights will be back. Also returning is the always-popular Abba cover group Waterloo.

Debuting at the Park this year are rockabilly act Ms. Lizzie and Her Cadillac Kings, Lodi country-western group Would Be Famous Band, and classic rockers summit, who will close out the season on August 24.

Jukebox rock group RB/X, italian accordionist steve trucco, Dixie inc. (a Dixie band, of course), and the Art Bregante orchestra round out the program. there’s something for every taste and all ages, so bring a picnic basket, throw out a blanket, and enjoy a stockton summer tradition. ❑

For more information on Concerts in the Park, contact the stockton Musicians Association at (209) 464-4016. to sustain Concerts in the Park, a grass-roots effort has been organized to assist in the funding of these talented local musicians. Please send your monetary donation of any size (or consider $60 – in honor of their 60th anniversary) to: stockton Concerts in Victory Park, inc.

3461 Brookside Rd. ste. B stockton, CA 95219 Concerts sponsorships are also available. For further information on sponsorship levels, contact 209-957-7277.

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Name: Frank Bailey “Frankie B” Age: 54 Occupation: Professional musician, and music teacher at St. Anne’s in Lodi.

How long I’ve lived in San Joaquin County: 50 years. I was born and currently live in Stockton What I like most about San Joaquin County: As a musician – the central location to the bay area is ideal – especially when I was regularly performing at Biscuits and Blues in S.F. The people who mean the most to me: My family and friends A key event in my life and the impact it had on me: Going to Europe as a musician on tour. To open a concert for a big-name band in Europe was an amazing experience.

One thing I want to accomplish while I am able: Go back to Europe as a tourist.

Favorite sports team: Raiders Hobbies: Music, music, music, and more music!

Sports I enjoy: Golf Favorite food/dessert: Mexican food and apple pie – not necessarily together.

Other information you would like to share: I’ve had the opportunity to work with music groups such as Malo, Tierra, Lenny Williams, Latin Magic and Mike Torres.

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John Collins & Hardin Fultcher III have launched a new venture in an old venue.

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n 2010, the stone Garden Vineyards

co-owners purchased Vino Piazza, a converted 1940s Lockeford distillery that houses half a dozen

independently-owned-and-operated

wineries, including their own. since then, the business partners have hosted a series of concerts and other events at the piazza. A restaurant lease is close to being finalized. they envision making the 26-acre property of tall, rustic buildings; courtyards; and plazas a destination for more than just oenophiles.

“We’d like to bring in a boutique and a spa or a salon,” said Collins, of Modesto. “We’d like to mix it up a little bit.”

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“Mixing it up” seems to be what Collins and Fultcher are about: stone Garden is one of only eight African-American-owned or -operated wineries in the united states, according to a recent article in the Record (stockton).

“We’re one of few,” Collins confirmed. even their partnership seems a bit unusual.

Collins – an 18-year industry veteran – is a wine drinker and the wine maker. Fultcher – a stockton businessman and concert promoter – is a teetotaler and the deal maker. together, they produce and market wines – cabernet sauvignon, white merlot, chardonnay, shiraz and others – that sell for $5.99 to $7.99 per bottle. stone Garden reserve wines range between $12 and $16.

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its wines are sold at 100-plus Albertson’s stores in southern California, and soon will be available in Costco and safeway stores.

“We go after major chains and do wine in quantity for them,” Fultcher explained. overseas markets include China and the Philippines. For Collins, the venture is a dream come true. “i ultimately wanted to be in this situation,” he explained, “to have my own winery, to do what i love.”

Fultcher and Collins seek to provide products that are affordable and accessible to both novice and experienced wine drinkers. “if you’re introduced to the wrong wine, a customer can be turned off forever,” said Collins, who worked

stone Garden Vineyards/Vino Piazza 12470 Locke Road • Lockeford tasting room hours: thursday through sunday, 10 am to 5 pm information: 209-727-9770 or www.stonegardenvineyards.com Comedy show June 11 - 8:00 p.m.

Kim Waters June 25 - 8:00 p.m.

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tickets are available through World Page Wireless, (209) 951-6332, or at the stone Garden Vineyards tasting room

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for e. & J. Gallo Winery in Livingston and Bronco Wine Co. in Ceres. “We focus on what the customer wants.” sara zavala, a stockton resident and frequent Vino Piazza guest, was unexpectedly pleased with one wine she sampled at stone Garden’s tasting room. “i don’t like merlot, but their merlot i like,” she said, her face beaming. “it’s awesome.” ❏

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Vinothèque and its partner company, Whisper Kool, which produces the cooling systems for wine storage, purchased and relocated the business to stockton about ten years ago, where he was able to find a great source for employees as well as more affordable real estate costs. the philosophy of his company, innovators in the industry, is to build outstanding-quality cabinets that provide the ideal climate to age fine wines. Vinothèque is committed to the highest level of customer service, while at the same time supporting the local economy and our community. they are constantly developing exciting new designs for wine enthusiasts who seek the best for their collection.

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from wine crates to beautiful high-end furniture designs, the possibilities for wine storage are virtually limitless. tom jokes that if you can draw it on a napkin, Vinothèque can make it. From the concept phase, in-house draftsmen create CAD drawings detailing all specifications. next the customer selects wood species and finishes. sizes can range from compact cabinets to entire wall systems designed to meet clients’ individual needs. Artisans build each cabinet to order in the plant on Alpine Avenue. the company has also recently added a line of in-stock ready-toship cabinets.

Vinothèque cabinets have been installed in beautiful homes all across the country as well as in restaurants, hotels and other commercial venues. the solid wood pieces are marketed through a network of distributors, catalogs such as Wine enthusiast, as well as directly through the company. Locally, Matthew Davies, owner of Le Bistro, raves about Vinothèque’s products and customer service. the firm designed beautiful doors and a cooling system for his wine cellar at home, as well as racking systems and a storage cabinet for his restaurant. After comparing products from other suppliers, he was thrilled to find the perfect solution right here in our area. ❑

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As part of its commitment to community service, Vinothèque has partnered with the engineering and Construction Academy at Lincoln High school. the firm has donated raw materials to the academy, as well as scholarship funding. in turn, Lincoln Academy students have benefitted from hands-on experience with a real-world business. this summer, a Lincoln grad will join the design team at Vinothèque to begin a career, the culmination of a successful collaboration between industry and education. the engineering and Construction Academy is the brainchild of 2001 California teacher of the Year recipient Jeff Wright. together with a team of educators, one of their primary goals is to build a talented workforce for California. to this end, students receive hands-on experience in a state-of-the-art facility. Partnerships such as the one with Vinotheque are critical to the Academy’s success.

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Name: F. Joseph Dietrich V Age: 27 Occupation: Insurance broker and partner at FJ Dietrich & Co. Insurance Services, a family-owned and -operated company located in Stockton for over 100 years.

Town in which I currently live: I am a native of Stockton, 5th generation and still reside here.

What I like most about San Joaquin County: I really enjoy the varied and distinct seasons, along with the scenery changes they bring.

The people who mean the most to me: My two younger brothers, Thomas and Richard, along with the rest of my family.

Friends and coworkers are also a very important part of my life.

Favorite SJ County place to take friends when they come to visit: Out on the Delta to boat, take a walk, fish or relax. The Haggin Museum is also one of my favorite places to take people, especially those who are visiting our area for the first time.

One thing I want to accomplish while I am able: I’d like to swim from Alcatraz to Aquatic Park with my dad and brothers.

My dad has done it annually for over 20 years, and I think it would be great to all do it together.

Favorite sports team: Giants!

Favorite vacation destination: A great thing about San Joaquin County is our central location, which makes it ideal for weekend trips to the coast and Tahoe, two of my favorite places to visit. I also enjoy traveling abroad, with tropical climates being my most favorite.

Hobbies: I enjoy wakeboarding, skiing, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Sports I enjoy: Water polo is my most favorite sport; I continue to participate on local Masters teams. I also enjoy rooting on my alma mater, the UOP Tigers, in all sports.

Pet: Catahoula leopard hound, “Hula.” She’s my companion for jogs, bike rides and weekend trips.

Favorite food/dessert: Mom’s homemade pesto and anything barbecued.

I “give back” by volunteering with: Boy Scouts of America, Stockton Rotary, Leadership Stockton and St. John’s Church.

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’m often asked to pair wines with food.

it’s one of my favorite things to do because it is an opportunity to get creative and think outside the box. And sometimes i get so outside the box i try to find another interesting complement to the meal. sometimes a cocktail is the perfect choice; sometimes a beer is the perfect choice. As an exercise, i picked a food and tried to pair a wine, a cocktail, and a beer. i love pairing drinks with spicy food, so i chose crispy, spicy thai calamari. the heat in the dish comes from a sweet and spicy thai chili sauce that can be enhanced or diffused by the right beverage.

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Choosing a cocktail was simple. the

style, although i personally prefer darker

king of refreshing cocktails that is born for

beers. After much investigation (my wife

spicy food is the Margarita. But not just any

might say too much investigation) i settled on

Margarita. i make mine with Don Julio Blanco

Hoegaarden Belgian White Ale. Brewing has

tequila, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar.

been an integral part of life in the village of

shake it with some ice, then pour it into a

Hoegaarden, Belgium, since 1318. By the 15th

chilled martini glass. i chose Don Julio because

century, Begarden monks settled in the area

i believe it is the finest tequila made. it has

and began brewing Belgian white ales. By the

been around in Mexico since 1942, but is a

end of the 19th century, the village boasted

fairly recent discovery in California. i chose

more than 35 breweries, although it was

a Blanco (unaged) tequila because i think it

inhabited by only 2,000 people. Hoegaarden

allows the fresh citrus notes of the agave to

gets its spicy nose and a hint of orange flavor

shine through. Anejo or Reposado tequilas that

by adding coriander and orange peel while

My first attempt was with

brewing. i like to float a slice of

a local wine, the 2008 Ripken

fresh orange on top to accentuate

Vineyards & Winery Roussanne

this characteristic. the beer

and Viognier. Ripken’s motto

hits the spot with the calamari

is “no boring wine!” and this

by ably cooling the palate and

bottle lives up to it. the grapes

reinvigorating it before each bite.

are grown at their “under the

this is an exercise you can

sea Vineyard,” 19 feet below sea

try at home on your friends. next

level, about 9 miles west of Lodi.

time you have a dinner party, give

Ripken crushed their first vintage

it a shot – it will definitely mix

in 2003, but the family has been

things up! ❏

making wine for three generations. Most of

have seen time in oak barrels, while delicious,

their production is small lots – usually fewer

can lose this note, and often begin to gain

than 100 cases. they utilize classic techniques

characteristics of vanilla and butterscotch. i like

that larger wineries simply cannot, such as

this combination because, like the wine, it has

barrel fermentation and hand punchdown. the

perfect balance. the tart lime juice is mellowed

wine has rich, luscious aromas and flavors of

by the sweet agave nectar, and they enhance

stone fruit, pear, orange blossoms, honey, and

both characteristics in the tequila. Just be

spice. i chose it because of its perfect balance

careful; they can become addictive.

of crispness and sweetness, the acid helping to cut through the sweetness of the sauce.

Beer proved to be a little trickier. i knew it needed to be a lighter and more refreshing

sommelier Matt Davies is the owner of Le Bistro Restaurant in stockton.

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Name: Lindy Turner-Hardin Age: 50-ish Occupation: Executive Director, Child Abuse Prevention Council Town in which I currently live: Stockton My hometown: Durban, South Africa How long I’ve lived in San Joaquin County: 26 years What I like most about San Joaquin County: The people.

Most recent read: Crazy Love by Frances Chan.

Life changing.

Words to live by: Colossians 3:12 - 14 Favorite vacation destination: I love road trips to anywhere. But any beach with warm water is a favorite destination.

People I admire: Anyone who recognizes that its not about them.

Hobbies: Cooking. My husband Gene and I really enjoy having people over for themed dinners. My favorite is our Moroccan night.

Pets: Venus, TJ, and Pig Favorite food/dessert: Where to begin…

Passion: Convincing everyone in our community to take an active role in preventing child abuse. Ask me how… lturner@nochildabuse.org

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away becomes a challenge. Placerville is an hour and a half away, an easy ride up Highway 50. those who visit tahoe’s south shore probably already know Placerville as a place to stop for a bite. We chose sweetie Pie’s, a rustic restaurant serving a hearty breakfast or lunch. outdoor tables front Main street with seating inside and on an equally rustic

“porch.” the portions are generous and the apple or raisin cinnamon bread satisfies the sweet tooth. Homemade fruit pies beckon to be taken home. Across the street is tortilla Flats for a Mexican food lunch or dinner.

Main street is indeed Placerville’s commercial artery. An amazing number of antique stores line the narrow thoroughfare. original art is featured at a number of galleries, and boutiques offer casual wear.

Amazingly, there’s a bridal shop with attractive dresses in the window, indicating Placerville has much to offer its citizens, as well as the tourist. there’s even a free stagecoach ride for the children. Driven by cowboy-attired drivers, the coach clops along one block. When it turns the corner, the ride back is at a gallop, giving the riders an unexpected

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thrill. For the farmer’s market crowd, there is one on Wednesday evenings from 5 pm to dusk. Another is held every saturday May through october from 8 am through 12 pm. For the music lovers, the town offers Music in the Courtyard every other saturday, June to october from 2 to 5 pm. Placerville Art Walk occurs every third saturday from 5 to 8 pm.

Don’t miss the Placerville Historical Museum, located downtown in a lovely brick building dating back to 1852. photo by uNique aeriography

the lady volunteers i met took me right in to explain the difference between panning for gold and stamp mining, which entailed pounding rock in a large apparatus that allowed the ore to be extracted from the crusted rock. upstairs in the museum are snowshoe thompson’s skis, just back from loan to the smithsonian Museum. in 1856 this norwegian immigrant heard of the difficulties in delivering mail to the Carson Valley when trails were impassable because of snow. He fashioned his own skis and made the 90-mile trip from Placerville to Genoa (now in nevada, then a part of the utah territory). the trip took three days up and 2 days back. He made twice-monthly trips and carried as much as 100-pound packs of mail, arriving on schedule despite formidable weather conditions.

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these ladies also explained the origins of the town as a mining center known for its swift “justice.” According to lore, robberies were frequent. After one such crime in 1849, an impromptu citizens’ jury met to decide the fate of three accused. sounding a bit like a mob, the group decided on a guilty verdict, and a voice vote led to the sentence of “Hang ’em,” which they did on a great white oak in the center of town. thus Hangtown was named, and so remained until 1854, when it was renamed Placerville for the incorporation papers, and to gentrify the name for the growing population. today Placerville is still a hub of the Mother Lode, and

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yundai Motor Co. has two children.

the first child, the Hyundai sonata, lives in an up-and-coming neighborhood with a lovely wife and two charming children, plays golf most saturdays and dreams of building a wine cellar. the other brother, the Kia optima, stores his power tools in his garage and occasionally visits his family in the adjoining home. He plays at least one extreme sport, watches mixed martial arts religiously and prefers a domestic draught beer to just about anything. the Hyundai sonata and the Kia optima share parentage and the same head-turning design, engineering and production platform – but these automotive fraternal twins differ in nearly every other way.

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Kia has fought hard to erase its cheaply made, unreliable stigma. it is a few years the position the Hyundai brand found itself in the early 2000s, before the sonata and Genesis established its place as a serious contender. the sonata has steadily eroded into the market share of rival Honda Accord by offering more interior space and better fuel economy. Hyundai Motor Co. gambled and won by not offering a six-cylinder sonata in its most recent redesign; it created a lighter car with more interior space. Hyundai upped the ante in 2011 by offering a turbocharged four-cylinder model that produces an eye-bulging 278 horsepower. the Kia optima sX features the same engine and transmission as the sonata, but with a stiffer, teeth-rattling suspension that grips the road and laughs at adverse driving conditions. throw in an impressive 33 miles per gallon on the highway and 22 mpg in the city, and the optima has no other competitors. For roughly $30,000, the optima is the only fourcylinder, 278-horsepower, racecar-tuned, over-30-miles-pergallon car on the market. â?‘

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Guilty pleasure: Goosing the cat

I am a: English Springer Spaniel

Naughtiest deed: Pulling up freshly-laid sod

Where I’m from: Manteca, CA

Favorite treat: Any kind that comes off the family’s plates

Favorite place to hang out: Dad’s lap when he is on the blue chair

Obsession: Sleeping upside down with my head hanging over the arm of a chair

Most amazing trick: Ability to hear the crackling of cheese wrappers from anywhere

Where I go to get beautiful: Ruthie at Pampered Paws, Manteca

Most recent accomplishment: Tearing the “squeak” noisemaker out of every toy

Any other interesting info about me: I like to eat plants, dive-bomb the grandma dog, and sound like a monkey.

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massive building, a beautiful pond to your right with two deer crafted out of deer horns, and a camouflaged quad and old-fashioned truck to your left, you know you’re walking into something fun.

“We are the number-one tourist destination for the san Joaquin family,” said Jerry Mullen, operations manager of the Bass Pro shops in Manteca since it opened in 2008. “it’s a lot of fun to work here; everyone has a passion for the outdoors.” once inside, you feel as though you’ve walked into a lodge, but with a two-story, life-like redwood tree, split in the middle for customers to walk through. A friendly greeter welcomes you inside the 120,000-square-foot building filled with museum-like (once alive) animals, wall murals and a 20,000-gallon aquarium filled with sturgeon, carp, channel catfish, bass and more.

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“We feed the fish every day, but do a

advanced outdoorsmen and women; we have

special live feeding for the public on the

a wide demographic,” said Mullen. “We want

weekends at 1 pm,” said Mullen, an avid bass

to do whatever we can to help everyone enjoy

fisherman and waterfowl hunter of stockton.

the outdoors.”

oh, and of course you’ll find everything

From fundraisers with various conserva-

from hunting and camping equipment,

tion groups, and events for kids, to barbecues

clothing, nature gifts, outdoor cooking, and

and safety seminars, Bass Pro shops offers the

even fudge.

community ongoing education. Visiting the

Bass Pro shops was started in 1971 by Johnny Morris of springfield, Missouri, and

“it’s a great experience; it has that wow

has

factor every time you come here,” added

locations across America and serves 75 million

Mullen. “out of all the Bass Pro shops,

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Stockton Sunrise Rotary’s 26th Annual Winetasting Join us on Friday, June 3 from 5:00 to 8:30 pm for a memorable evening at Micke Grove Park. enjoy delicious food provided by local restaurants and caterers, an abundant variety of fine California wines and other beverages, music, historical exhibits, and a terrific silent auction and raffle! All proceeds support the many community service projects of the stockton sunrise Rotary Club.

For more information call 209-931-4009 or visit www.stocktonsunrise.org

Mana-olana (Hope) Luau Defying Muscular Dystrophy announces their 1st Annual event being held on Friday, June 3 at the stockton Ballroom. traditional luau fare includes glazed pork, kahlua whole pig, chicken teriyaki and rice, plus entertainment, dancing and all kinds of great prizes and raffles.

For more information call 209-598-0471 38th Annual Jewish Food Fair enjoy a taste of some great “Jewish soul food” in a celebration of Jewish culture at the 38th annual Jewish Food Festival on sunday, June 5 at temple israel in stockton. Along with the exquisite Jewish cuisine, there will be live music, traditional dancing and a bagel-making demonstration!

Brunch tickets are for sale in advance for $10 or $11 the day of the event, and will include bagels and lox or corned beef on rye, coleslaw, pickle and orange juice and coffee.

Festival highlights include a silent auction, microbrew beer garden, kids area, tours of the temple israel sanctuary and much more! Admission is free.

For more information call (209) 477-9306 Children’s Museum Summer Day Camps the Children’s Museum of stockton has educational and fun summer day camps June 6 to August 12 for ages 5 to 12. each camp is one week long.

For more information call (209) 465-4Fun or visit www.childrensmuseumstockton.org

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The Paleface Friends of the Fox present a classic film at the Bob Hope theatre, the Paleface, at 7:00 pm on Friday, June 10. the evening begins at 6:30 pm with an organ concert featuring tom thompson on the Mighty Morton. tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under.

For more information call (209) 337-HoPe

LIVE! At Lincoln Center summer has arrived and that means the LiVe! At Lincoln Center events are back! Mark your calendars for Lincoln Center’s Wine stroll on Friday, June 17, a 50s-themed 60th anniversary party on Friday, July 15, and a classic car show on Friday, August 19. enjoy live music, activities, food and fun from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Admission is free. Bring the whole family!

For more information call 209-477-4868 National Challenge for Lou Gehrig’s Disease eagal Lakes Resort in tracy will be hosting the national Cornhole (also know as beanbag toss or Baggo) Challenge Day on saturday, June 18. every 90 minutes in the u.s., a person is diagnosed with ALs (Lou Gehrig’s Disease). Your participation in this national event will have a major impact on funding research for a cure. Put together your team and compete for a great cause.

For more information visit www.YFALs.com San Joaquin County Fair the san Joaquin County Fair in stockton is one of northern California’s premier county fairs. it features five days of fun for everyone with big-name concerts, live horse racing, a carnival, agriculture and livestock, food and local exhibits… and best of all, admission is FRee for everyone! Fair dates are June 15-19.

For more information visit www.sanjoaquinfair.com.

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Moonlight Gala the 2011 Moonlight Gala promises to be a spectacular night for the American Cancer society and all who attend! scheduled for June 18 at the beautiful Panella estate in Lodi, the Moonlight Gala is an evening dedicated to raising funds for cancer research and local programs.

For more information call 209-941-2677 Pastels USA the Pastel society of the West Coast has returned to stockton for its 25th Annual international open exhibition, “Pastels usA,” which is now on view at the Haggin Museum through June 19. the exhibition contains nearly 100 of the best new pastel works by some of the most elite pastel painters in the country.

For information call 209-940-6315 or visit www.hagginmuseum.org

Zoofari! Camp at Micke Grove Zoo Winter blues got you down? Well, spring into summer at Micke Grove zoo’s summer Camp 2011! summertime means zoofari! camp time, and this year’s themes will excite, engage and inspire your child. Discover zoo animals, learn about habitat conservation, engage in hands-on activities, see live animal presentations, and create art. zoofari! camp sessions will be offered June 20 to July 29 for children ages 4 to 12 years.

For more information visit www.mgzoo.com or call 209-331-2010

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Cash Tribute featuring James Garner Dinner and a Show! the Cash tribute show featuring James Garner delivers the Man in Black’s music with conviction, accuracy, sincerity, and honesty. Held at Hutchins street square on July 15, James Garner not only takes his audience through a musical journey of Johnny Cash’s biggest hits, but also on an expedition of the Man in Black’s legendary life.

For ticket and dinner information call 209-333-5550 California Classic Watercolors this summer, the Knowlton Gallery will be hosting the California Classic Watercolors, showcasing some of the premier practicing watercolor artists. Artists will include Dick Cole, Carolyn Lord, Dale Laitinen, Juan Peña, John Barnard, and Kathrine Lemke Waste. the exhibition is available for viewing June 28 to August 27 at the Knowlton Gallery in Lodi. the opening reception will be held on July 9 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.

For more information call 209-368-5123

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