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Girls 7/8 Medley Relay Team from Diablo Country Club breaks three records
Pictured left to right: Isabella Capelli (breaststroke), Taylor Christian (backstroke), Kate Christian (freestyle), Shelby Lew (butterfly)
The Girls 7/8 Relay Team from Diablo County Club (DCC) broke a 100 yard Medley Relay record previously set in 2005 by Crow Canyon Country Club, posting a 1st place time of 1:09.54 at the Valley Swim Association League Championship Meet on July 28-29,
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Fall is the time to harvest the bounty of summer and celebrate the magic that nature provides. At the Harvest Festival (October 12 & 13) at Ardenwood Farm in Fremont, you can pick Indian corn, popcorn, and take some home. There will be magic shows, cider pressing, blacksmithing, train rides and tours of the Patterson House. For more information visit www.ebparksonline.org.
Danville retail icon closing after 40 years By Denise Rousset
After 40 years in Danville, Smith Jewelers is going out of business. When I launched the Valley Sentinel in 1995, Smith Jewelers had already been in business here for over 20 years. Located at the time in the Sycamore Square shopping center, Larry, Curtis and their mom Ella were among the first people I met while networking with the Danville Merchant’s Association, a sort of precursor to the Discover Danville Association. In the late 1990’s Smiths built a new location on Railroad Avenue on one of the last remaining commercial lots in downtown Danville. Their business has thrived since then, weathering the challenging economic ups and downs over the years. Certified Gemologist and Certified Gemologist Appraiser, Larry’s expertise has been recognized by devoted customers as a trusted
resource in Danville for all things related to jewelry, gold, silver and other precious objects. The Smiths have been steadfast examples of reliable and trusted service. Curtis’ expertise in jewelry manufacturing, repair and hand engraving rounded out the services that Smith Jewelers has always provided. Although business is thriving, retirement looks pretty good to Curtis who would like to spend more time on his beautiful property in Idaho, and Larry who will also be moving to Idaho to be married. “Closing Smith Jewelers after 40 years is bittersweet”, s ays L a r r y. T h ey w i l l b e liquidating their entire stock of merchandise, and finally
they will lease their building to another merchant. Smith Jewelers, Larry and Curtis and their entire staff will be missed. Danville is losing a fine example of an exemplary downtown business, one that has been instrumental in helping to achieve that special reputation of why Danville is a wonderful place to shop. The Valley Sentinel would like to wish them health and happiness in the years to come.
The store is located at 350 Railroad Avenue, Danville. This is across the street from Lunardi’s Market. For more information about their sale and their merchandise, or just to wish them well, call (925) 837-3191.
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