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AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: Model Caleb Spitler is wearing: Stetson Beaumont straw hat $95.95; Wrangler retro shirt $41.95; 20X Wranglers $49; Dan PostWaterproof Work Western Boots $170.95 from Handley’s. Model Julie Spitler is wearting: Charlie One Horse, teal hat $121.95; Blazin Roxx necklace andearrings set $29; Cowgirl Up yellow tank top $19.95; belt and buckle set $49; Rock & Roll jeans $79.95; and Laredo brown and turquoise boots $144.95


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It’s time to cowboy and cowgirl up for the summer and

Handley’s has what you need.

Te western store opened in 1961 and is still standing

strong with men and women’s western wear.

Current owners Grace Rittenhouse and Julie Spitler are

two of five grandchildren of original owners Donella

and Chet Handley. Te two cousins were the only ones

that never left and wanted to take it on long term, Julie

said.

“Our grandfather was in World War II and our grand-

mother was a bookkeeper,” Grace said. “Between the

two of them, they knew the shoe business and Folsom

seemed like a good places to be. So Grandma and

Grandpa opened a mercantile to sort of fit the needs

FOR ALL SHAPES ANDSIZES: HANDLEY’SWESTERN WEAR

BY RACHEL ZIRIN | PHOTOS BY MENKA BELGAL

LITTLE COWBOY: Dustin Trzcinski wears: Woody kid’s hat $25; Ely kid’s shirt$19.95; Tony Lama buckle and belt set $27; and Old West black kid’s boots

$36.95.



of the working man, which sort of goes with the

whole western thing.”

Te way Handley’s evolved as a store was from all

of the customer feedback and the best of the best

products they would hear about for all of the local

needs, Julie said.

Back in the day, Handley’s was a working man’s

store, but they have honed it into a western store,

Grace said. Now, the store is half men and half women, she said.

Not only does the western store sell clothing, but

they also sell boots and hats, and they will fit it

right to your foot and head size.

“Julie is a super talented hat shaper,” Grace said.

“Hat shaping is a big thing in our business.”

Te boots are so fun and cute and super comfort-

able, Julie said.

“We haven’t really changed anything about thestore,” Grace said. “We handwrite here. Grandma

taught us to count back change and we still do

that.”

Everything in the store is a little piece of history,

Julie said.

“Tere are little notes on the walls and signs

around the store that we have never taken down,”

Julie said. “We never want to paint the walls be-

cause we don’t want to change that sort of stuff.”

Te cousins still try to buy as much Ameri-

can-made products, which is a big deal for them,

Julie said. Te type of items Handley’s carriesinclude clothes, hats, belts, boots, ties and jewelry.

“We have things that you would find at a cos-

tume shop except we have the real thing,” Grace

said. “We have a lot of things that you probably

wouldn’t find anywhere else nearby.”

Boots are the store’s more popular item. Tey have

“hard-to-fit sizes.”

“All sizes from tiny to large that would usually

need to be special ordered, we have them,” Julie

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said. “We are also a big and tall specialty store. We have a size 60 waist

all the way to a woman’s 00.”

Te store is the cousins little hub, Julie said. If they are going to a con-

cert or out to dinner, they always met at the store first, she said.

Julie’s favorite part about the store is the people, she said.

“I absolutely love the people,” she said. “I love that we know everyone. I

feel like everyone is always happy when they come in. We have amaz-

ing customers.”

Te store closes at 6 p.m., but if a customer is running late or they need

to pick something up a little later, Grace and Julie will stay and wait,

Julie said.

“We will go above and beyond for the people who come in here be-

cause they are definitely worth it,” she said.

“All of our customers have been so loyal,” Julie said. “When things shift

or change, we have known so many people for so long and everyone is

so happy that we continued the business because it was tradition for all

of us. We have been open 55 years and we’re still family owned.” ★

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Whether you are seeking supplies for your pets and animals,

western wear or a cute top to wear to an upcoming country

concert, Lee’s Feed and Western Store has it all.

Opened in 1980 by Mike and Susan Lee, the versatile Shingle

Springs store has been passed down to the next generation

in the family. Current owners egan Lee and Cori Avila had

worked in the store for many years until they took it over in

the early 2000s.

“We started carrying clothing in 2001, but it was all very west-

ern clothes that Cori and I didn’t wear so we started talking

about expanding with clothes that weren’t so western, but with

a little western flare,” Lee said.

Te sisters-in-law opened the boutique section a year ago and

have been having fun with it.

“We do know a lot about horses because we have worked here

forever, but we are not really horse people,” she said. “Now we


FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY:LEE’S FEED ANDWESTERN STORE

Lee’s Feed and Western Store

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TAILGATe PArTy: Modl Jssika Bidgs is waig om L’s M&f wst hat cham cklac/aig st $25; Chlo mdim wash dim st $27.99;Agi Skat Dss $24.99; black Dago boots $184.99. Modl Shlb Mht is waig om L’s whit to o to stip shit $34.99.

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SMOOTH OPERATION: Coi Aila, Tga L ad Tga’s hsbad, J (otpictured) run the clothing store alongside a handful of managers.

are into clothing and fashion so we’re

just having a good time with it.”

Te type of clothing they sell in the

boutique section include jeans, dresses,

casual tops, boots, purses and accesso-

ries.

“We have things that you could easily

add a pair of western boots, a cowboy

hat and jean jacket and call it western,”

Lee said. “A lot of our items are cross-

over, but with a little bit of a western

flare.”

Some brands sold at the store include

Rock Revival, Blu Pepper, Rock and

Roll Cowgirl, Angie, Silver Jeans and

Wrangler Jeans, she said.

Lee’s favorite thing about the store is

helping her customers shop, she said.

“It’s so much fun because I love shop-

ping and I love helping people shop.

Te ladies really appreciate it too,” Lee

said. “Sometimes you come in and you

are looking for a pair of jeans. You see

this wall of jeans, you get overwhelmed

and you just don’t want to deal with

it. We will help you and put you in

a dressing room and throw a bunch

of different things at you with your

size. It really takes the guessing work

out of it. It’s fun being like a personal

shopper.”

Te age of shoppers range from teenagers to 60 years of age, she said.

“I had a lady come in here the other day and she said, ‘I just wanted to tell

you that I appreciate that you don’t just have everything for teenagers and

20-somethings. I like this style and I feel like I might be too old for some

things, but you have things for all ages.’”

Lee and Avila said they are always there to help their customers, no matter

what it is.

Other than trendy clothing, Lee’s Feed and Western Store also has supplies for

fencing, cats, dogs, birds, fish, horses, ducks, livestock feed, pet food and muchmore. ★

CORRALLED Jessika Bridges

is wearing Ellie &Kat dst pik

sllss top withfringe $26.99;

Rock & RollPanhandle denim

shorts $72.99;

Stetson Flatrock- shapeable

straw cowboy hat$29.98;

DaVinci crosscharm necklacewith matching

aigs $10.98from Lee’s.

Shelby Mehrtenis wearing a blueand white Dobby

shirt $39.99 fromLee’s.


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CONCERTS IN THE PARK,

LIONS PARK , FOLSOM

Friday nights 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Info: www.folsom.ca.us

J 3: Hav Mrcy, rck

June 10: Thunder Cover, rock

J 17: Ty Qi, bls, rck

June 24: Dave Russell Band, country

Jly 1: Lckd ‘’ Ladd , ctry

Jly 8: AC Myls, bls, rck

Jly 15: Cash Prphts, Jhy Cash tribt bad

Jly 22: Lgal Addicti, classic rck

Jly 29: Islad f Black & Whit, Rgga

HISTORIC FOLSOM THURSDAY NIGHT

CONCERT SERIES,

Historic Folsom Amphitheater 7 – 9 p.m.

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J 2: Kp Trcki’, classic rck J 9: Rhythm Vadals, tribt t Sataa

J 16: Day Click & Th Hll Yahs,country, rock, blues

J 23: 8 Tracks, 8-track msic ra

J 30: Crippl Crk, ctry

Jly 7: Taylr Chicks, acstic rcki’ ctry

Jly 14: Gld Cadillacs, ctry rck

Jly 21: At B, stalgic rck ad ctry

Jly 28: AKA, classic rck

PALLADIO WEDNESDAY NIGHT SERIES

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June 3: Department of Rock, dance rock show

J 10: Disc Rvlti, ‘70s disc ad R&B

June 17: Total Recall, ‘90s alternative

June 24: Hip Service, dance party extravaganza

July 1: Unauthorized Rolling Stones, Rolling

Stones tribute

July 8: Supericious, ‘80s, ‘90s and today

July 15: Cover Me Badd, variety dance

July 22: Swift Country, Taylor Swift tribute

July 29: Mania, Beatles tribute

Aug. 5: Forejour, Journey and Foreigner tribute

Aug. 12: Nunchuck Taylor, ‘80s through today

dance party

Aug. 19: Apple Z,

dance rock, classic rock to modern

Aug. 26: Cheeseballs, variety dance

Sept. 12: Spazmatics,

“Nerds that Rock” / ‘80s dance

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June 16: Peace Frog, The Doors tribute

June 23: Mania, The Live Beatles Experience

June 30: Kenny Metcalf as Elton John

July 7: Todd Morgan and the Emblems, pop/

rock/blues

July 14: Tennessee River, Tribute to Alabama

July 21: Gumboot, blues

July 28: Super Huey, The Ultimate Huey Lewis

Experience

Ag. 4: Tm Rigy & Flamba, Caj/zydc

NewOrleans

Aug. 11: Fleetwood Mask, Fleetwood Mac tribu

Aug. 18: Joy and Madness, 9-piece soul and fun

explosion

Aug. 25: Forejour, tribute to Foreigner and

JourneySept. 1: Petty Theft, San Francisco tribute to Tom

Petty and the Heartbreakers

Sept. 8: Folsom Symphony, Dancin’ in the

Streets

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July 2: Walshaw All-Stars

July 3: EZ Street Band

July 9: Tiki Lounge Lizards

July 10: Kick N 60s

July 16: The 3 G’s

July 17: The NoBS Band

July 23: Cash Prophets

July 24: Mike Dryden + Wolfpack

July 30: Uncommon Ground

July 31: Rannell Carpenter Band

Aug. 6: Island of Black and White

Aug. 7: Jelly Side Down

Aug. 13: Mid-Town Jazz

Aug. 14: Tri-Tones

Aug. 20: Merry Mac BandAug. 21: Home by Dark

Aug. 27: Ancestree

Aug. 28: Simple Creation

Sept. 3: Cash Prophets

Sept. 4: BB and the Bumps

Sept. 10: Jonny Mojo

Sept. 11: Jeremy Norris

Sept. 17: Boomer

Sept. 18: Tiki Lounge Lizards

Sept. 24: Rannell Carpenter Band

Sept. 25: Garratt Wilkins

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concert on Sept. 7 featuring Hit Parade with a wide

variety of bands every Wednesday night in between.

The Palladio series concludes with a special Saturday

ight al Spt. 19 with Frvrlad, th 14-pic

Tribute to Michael Jackson.

The Palladio Concert series seats concert goers in the

grassy areas of the courtyard adjacent to the fountain

in the center of the shopping center that is home to 55

different stores and restaurants that make this venue aone-stop date or family night. For a complete concert

schedule of this venue visit www.gopalladio.com

LIVE ON THE BOULEVARD AT TOWN CENTER IN EL

DORADO HILLSEl Dorado Hills Town Center presents their very

popular Live on the Boulevard concerts every Thursday

evening. This year, the Thursday night series consists

of 13 different events, opening on June 16 with Peace

Frog, a tribute to the Doors and concluding with the

Folsom Symphony which clearly indicates the great

variety of concerts this venue is providing once again.

Live on the Boulevard presents a very appealing at-

mosphere, especially on the warmer evenings, as the

amphitheater overlooks the lake in the middle of town

center and there is never a bad seat in the house. The

venue provides plenty of room for dancing in front or

of stage. Concerts take place from 6:30 until 8:30 each

Thursday night. The amphitheater opens at 5 p.m. for

concert viewers. Spectators are encouraged to bring

blankets and chairs to enjoy the festival style seating.

For a complete concert schedule for Live on the Boule-

vard visit www.eldoradohillstowncenter.com

CRYSTAL BASIN OUTDOOR SERIES IN APPLE HILLIf you’re looking to go a little bit further up the hill

on a weekend, Crystal Basin Bistro boasts a very full

schedule in its outdoor concert venue located in the

heart of Apple Hill. Located at 3590 Carson Road in

Camino, Crystal Basin Bistro sits adjacent to Crystal

Basin Cellars. Nestled between the two establishments

is an outdoor concert area that hosts over 30 events

on Saturday’s and Sunday’s from late May until MidOctober.

Crystal Basin offers great dining options and is a per-

fect stop on the way to or on the way back from South

Lake Tahoe. On Saturday nights the music begins at

4:30 p.m. on Sundays it starts at 4 p.m. Planning a trip

to Apple Hill late this summer, make this venue a stop

on your way out for some great live music. In addition

to the weekend music, this venue also offers live music

on select Friday nights as well. For a complete list of

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■ RODEO

It’srodeotime


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For over half a century, the Folsom Pro Rodeo has been entertaining spectators from Folsom and afar

in the popular Dan Russell Arena at Rodeo park which is nestled on the hillside between the Amer-

ican River and Folsom’s business district. Once again, it’s that time of year to don your ten-gallon hat

and patriotic apparel and plan a visit to the latest version of one California’s longest running events.

Entering its 56th year, this year’s Folsom Pro Rodeo will once again offer a high dose of non-stop

action to thrill all ages. From patriotic tributes and outstanding fireworks to bucking bulls and mutton

busting, there is something for everyone at this great family event that is set for a three-day run on

July 2, 3 and 4. In addition to the traditional rodeo entertainment, this year’s Pro Rodeo event will

feature high-flying motocross shows by the Flying Cowboys, live music and much anticipated appear-

ances by world champion bull jumpers.

From the time the gates open each night, this event is a celebration of America as fans will struggle

to stay dry-eyed as a huge American flag drops into the arena by parachute with patriotic music each

evening in honor of Independence Day. Te patriotism continues from beginning to end, right down

to the colorful fireworks that will light up the sky just as the last cowboy or cowgirl exits the arena

each night. Te Flying Cowboys, motocross experts, will test the limit of the arena by flying as high as

possible with flips and turns.

raditional rodeo events which will churn up the small, but action-packed arena include bull riding,

bronc riding, barrel racing and more. Five- and 6-year-old cowboys and cowgirls will do their best to

cling on woolly sheep in the mutton busting competition. When it comes to viewing the Rodeo at

FOLSOM PRO RODEO IS ONE OFCALIFORNIA’S LONGEST RUNNING

TRADITIONS AND A PATRIOTIC FAVORITE

Annual Pro Rode begins new pre-event tradition

with the Folsom

Family Round Up

BY BILL SULLIVAN

Over the last two years, the

traditional cattle drive through t

streets of Historic Folsom whic

traditionally preluded the annu

Folsom Rodeo, was canceled due

extremely high temperatures th

made it unpleasant for families

enjoy. However, this year, the F

som Pro Rodeo has added a bra

new event to replace the annucattle drive that has much mor

“cool” amenities to offer for Rod

fans and residents of all ages

It’s being bannered at the Folso

Family Round Up and everyon

is invited to come out and enjo

the shade at the Folsom Lions C

Park on Friday night, July 1 for t

free event featuring up-close an

personal fun with the stars of th

Folsom Pro Rodeo.

The event will feature an menag

of activities, among them will

the opportunity to have a fami

picture taken with a unique lon

horn steer. Nuzzle a mare and h

foal. Get autographs from the st

of the Folsom Pro Rodeo from t

high-yig mtcrss stars t w

champion bull jumpers. There w

be live music from country mus

band “Locked and Loaded.” Thisa fun, family-friendly way to kick

the Folsom Pro Rodeo which beg

Saturday, July 2.

“This event gives families the

opportunity to enjoy live music,

autographs from the cowboys, g

up close and personal with rod

animal stars,” said Joe Gagliard

Folsom Chamber CEO. “The catt

BY BILL SULLIVAN | PHOTOS SPECIAL TO THE ENTERTAINER

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Dan Russell Arena, there isn’t a bad seat in the house as fans are up close to the action with nearly

every ticket.

In one of this year’s exciting feature’s of the rodeo will be professional bull jumping. Frenchmen

Manu Lataste and Cristian Serra Gonzales will show off their athletic talent during the Folsom Pro

Rodeo. Bull Jumping is a sport directly linked to southwestern French tradition called “Course Lan-

daise.” Four-year-old Mexican fighting bulls are used for bull jumping. In every performance, at least

two bull fighters are also in the ring to assure the safety of participants. During the five-minute act,there will be more than 15 jumps and maneuvers. Lataste is a former world champion in the sport

and Gonzales is a professional bull jumper who has competed in Spain for more than 10 years.

Te gates open at 6 p.m. Rodeo action begins nightly this year at a slightly later time of 7:30 p.m. to

give fans time to find their seats and enjoy the food and beverages found in the Cool Down Corral

before all the action they don’t want to miss begins. Just as the fireworks conclude each night the

party continues as Mike’s Golden Spike Saloon will heat up with dance music by the Dave Russell

Band. Admittance to the saloon is free for rodeo fans and dancing is encouraged.

Fans will have the opportunity of sitting ringside to the bucking chutes and not missing a minute of

the action in the Corral Club seating area. Seats in this area is $49.50 and include no-host beverage/

food service. Reserved rodeo tickets are $26.50. General admission is $21.50 for adults or $15.50 forchildren (12 and under) and seniors (over 62). Family value “buckaroo” packages are available online

which includes four general admission tickets, four sodas, four hotdogs for $65 ($96 value). With

the exception of general admission tickets, all other tickets/packages are only available online and a

service fee applies. General Admission tickets are available at the Folsom Chamber of Commerce,

Handley’s Western Wear and Boot Barn locations.★

drive was great, however this event

will give us a new way to share the

rodeo excitement and give families

another fun, free community event.”

With warm temperatures almost a

garat drig rd tim, f-

cials are adding a “cool perk” to theFolsom Family Round Up. On the

evening of July 1, children 12 and

younger can enjoy a free shaved ice

treat by Kona Ice at the event.

Th 2016 Flsm Pr Rd Q

contestants, mutton bustin’ compet-

itors and more will be on hand to

say hello to families. Members of

the Jr. Rodeo will offer competitions

for future cowboys to learn stick

horse racing, dummy roping andgoat undressing.

For more information on this free

event, call the Folsom Chamber of

Commerce at (916) 985-2698 or

visit www.folsomrodeo.com.

WHEN: JULY 2, 3 AND 4 AT THE DAN

RUSSELL RODEO ARENA LOCATEDWITHIN THE FOLSOM LIONS CITY PARK.

GUIDE: BE SURE TO GET YOUR OFFI-CIAL RoDeo SouVenIR PRoGRAMTHAT WILL BE PUBLISHED IN THEFOLSOM TELEGRAPH ON JUNE 29AnD AVAILABLe AT THe ARenA.

EVENT INFORMATION: CONTACT THEFOLSOM CHAMBER OF COMMERCEAT (916) 985-2698 oR VISIT WWW.FOLSOMRODEO.COM.

FolsomRodeo


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June 3Have Mercy •Rock

June 10Thunder Cover •Rock

June 17

Tony Quinn • Blues, Rock

June 24Dave Russell Band • Country

July 1Locked ‘n’ Loaded •Country

Special Rodeo Weekend Concert presented by the Folsom Chamber

July 8AC Myles • Blues, Rock

July 15Cash Prophets • Johnny Cash Tribute Band

July 22Legal Addiction • Classic Rock

July 29

Island of Black & White • Reggae

Concerts Parkin the

Fridays 7-9 p.m.

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Folsom Parks & Recreation– presents –



In A GALAxy fAr, fAr AWAy: Charlie Coburnlooks through a telescope at CommunityObsato (photo b Aao Dalig).

BY AARON DARLING | PHOTO ARE SPECIAL TO THE ENTERTAINER

In 2005 the Rotary Club of Cameron Park wanted to host a special event for the

community. Most observatories are scientific labs that have an occasional night

opened for public viewing. Long lines and short opportunities for viewing the won-

ders of space often make these events a lot of effort for very little individual benefit.

Te Rotary Club decided to fill that void. ogether with land from EDCO and

Folsom Lake College and additional funding from Intel and other generous sources,

the club opened an observatory specifically for the public.

Te lead docent, Charlie Coburn, met me on a clear night with two other volunteers,

Christina Adams and Olen Whitson to show the capabilities of the observatory.

When I asked him what inspired the construction of the facility and what motivated

his own volunteer efforts, he gave me the same answer for both questions.

“It’s that ‘wow’ moment when they see something with their own eyes they’ve never

seen before,” he said.

Tat “wow” moment means the world to the docents. Tey’ve shown that personsomething they didn’t know they could experience for themselves and inspired them

to want to know more.

Every weekend, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, so long as weather permits, the docents

gather at the observatory after sunset to show off the beauty of space. Tere is no fee

for admittance and anyone is welcome. Te observatory houses two large telescopes

which operate independently of one another. A 17-inch reflective telescope with

interchangeable optical lenses allows the viewer to see distant galaxies and nebulas

with their own eyes. A 14-inch telescope with a high resolution digital sensor and a

condensing/correcting lens captured the images featured in this article. By stacking

dozens of images taken in short exposures in real time, the viewer can see all of the

CAMERON PARK OBSERVATORY LETS PUBLIC SPY NEBULAS, GALAXIES

Star

struck

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Each celestial picture featured in this article was taken by docents at the

Cameron Park Rotary Club Community Observatory. These are the some

of images that have been captured in real time for members of the

community to enjoy. The expense, time, and expertise required create

this opportunity is all donated by people who love the beauty, majesty

and science of space enough to bring it down to us.


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GIGAnTIC GASeS: Orion Nebula, left, Flame Nebula, right.

ndl Gala.

Makaias Chai Gala

layers that make up a celestial object from the individual stars that make up a

nebula to the grand and colorful cloud of dust and gases that we are familiar

from textbooks and magazines. Occasionally, visitors get to see a supernova (an

exploding star) that has appeared in a distant galaxy. Tese events typically only

last only a few days or weeks making them a rare opportunity.

Just a short walk from the observation structure is two tiered, large concrete bowl

sunk into the earth angled to give the observer a comfortable and clear view of

he heavens. Docents give regular “sky tours” of the constellations and educational

astronomy. From here visitors can relax and enjoy an unobstructed view of the

night sky often seeing passing satellites in addition to the millions of stars.

On the first Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon the observatory hosts

a solar observation with purpose-built solar telescopes and filters. Both white

light and hydrogen-alpha scopes are available allowing visitors to view not only

sunspot arrays, but also the vast solar flares erupting from the sun’s surface. Tese

“Solar Saturdays” also feature a kids zone with solar powered radio-controlledtype race cars and space-themed art activities. All events put on by the observa-

tory have elements for both adults and children.

In June and July there are a host of amazing nighttime sights. Saturn and Jupiter

will both be visible, as well as a number of nebulas including the Ring Nebula

and both the Andromeda galaxy (our nearest neighbor) and the Whirlpool

galaxy (featured above). An exhaustive list of the sights available during the next

two months would be excessive here, but the famous Pillars of Creation will also

be visible and, if the timing is right, the International Space Station as it passes

overhead.

Friday through Sunday the Observatory is open to the public after sunset forabout two hours or so. Te rest of the week it is open to scheduled events for

groups who would like to come. Te observatory is an instrument and so not an

appropriate place for birthday parties and bounce houses, but groups of families,

school groups, scouting, churches, businesses, etc, are welcome to schedule an

observation evening by calling the El Dorado County Office of Education.

Te tools necessary for celestial observation at this level are more often than

not out of reach for the average family or organization and so the Rotary Club

of Cameron Park has generously created this facility for everyone’s benefit. Te

opportunity to see the wonders of nature, so far removed from home, is priceless

and you’ll never know what you’re missing until you discover it for yourself.★



■ HAPPY HOUR

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“We focus on pizza and wing sauce and that is actually how the restaurantgot its name,” said Keith Cummings, co-owner. “Our Mixology cocktails haverecipes that are as precise as making cookies. If you don’t add the salt, it justisn’t the same.”

Creating exciting and refreshing drinks brings the kitchen to the bar, he said.

“We are one of the only establishments that have an iced drink rail to keep thedrinks as cold as we can,” Cummings said.

Cmmigs ad Jas Adrs, c-wr, will b clbratig th v-yar

anniversary of their pizza restaurant in El Dorado Hills at 6:30 p.m. on June26. Hall of Fame saxophonist Jerry Martini will be playing music for the night,Cummings said.

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IZZA PERSPECTIVE: “We focus on pizza and wing sauce and that is

ctually how the restaurant got its name,” Keith Cummings said.

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Wine at Town CenterFor more than two decades, it has been a hallmark social event in the commu-

nity, Wine at own Center presented by the Rotary Clubs of El Dorado Hills

and Cameron Park. Tis collaboratively promoted event benefits local charities

and community projects, returns for its 21st year.

Te annual Wine at own Center will be an evening of wine tasting, featur-

ing some of the area’s finest wines from El Dorado, Amador and San Joaquin

counties. Te event will please the pallet with a sampling of foods from local

restaurants and will include local craft beers for the brew lovers out there. All

together, over 30 different wineries, breweries and restaurants will be show-

cased in this event.

aking place at lakeside in the heart of El Dorado Hills’ own Center, the

event will feature live music by ia Carroll in the Amphitheater and the

entertaining duo of Frankie Sorci and Jerry Martini on the North Concourse.

opping the evening off will be a live auction for many great prizes.

When the term “auction” comes into the picture, there is no doubt this event

is all about raising money for local charity and community projects. Wine at

own Center is the annual primary fundraiser for the Rotary Clubs of both

Cameron Park and El Dorado Hills. Both organizations have made signifi-

cant contributions to the two diverse communities in El Dorado Country as

well as globally with Rotary International.

So who exactly benefits? In one word, many! Both Rotary Clubs provide

mentorships and services for all ages. Tey contribute to many events and pro-

grams such as, local youth scholarships, assisting the elderly, supporting local

veterans, honoring local educators, police and fire. Both clubs work together

to charter the Interact Clubs at Oak Ridge and Ponderosa

High Schools.

Just a few of the Rotary Club’s large scale local projects in-

clude the El Dorado Hills een Center, the Cameron

Park Rotary Observatory, and Jeff Mitchell Memorial BallField. Internationally the Clubs have completed several

projects including a boat equipped as a wellness center

and library in the Philippines, water filters to the poor in

Brazil, wheelchairs to Peru and we continue our pursuit

to eradicate Polio worldwide.

So by attending this year’s Wine at own Center, not only

will you be enjoying a fabulous event in the community,

you will be contributing to the community in many ways

by supporting these two local Rotary Clubs and all that

they do.★

Wine at Town Center

BY BILL SULLIVAN | PHOTOS SPECIAL TO THE ENTERTAINER

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■ DINING

I’ll get a cheeseburger with the works; fries on

the side.

We asked the people of Folsom and El Dorado

Hills what burger restaurant is their favorite

and they have spoken.

Whether you are looking for something extrav-

agat with a xplsi f avrs r a simpl

and tradition meat-cheese-bun, each of these

delicious restaurants has a little something for

everyone depending on your taste buds.


Best burgers

KnIfe-AnD-fOrK BurGer: The Angus burger from Manderes.

SOMETIMES YOU JUST NEED A HAMBURGER

ANGUS BURGER

Another major favorite restaurant to grab a burger in Fol-som is Manderes. If you order the Angus burger, you will not

be disappointed. Manderes is located at 1004 East Bidwell

St., #600.

Tis burger is a half pound of USDA Grade A Angus beef

grilled and served with lettuce, tomatoes and pickles. It is

your choice to add cheddar, jalapeños or blue cheese or add

bacon or pastrami, but whichever you choose, there is no

going wrong.


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SIMPLY DELICIOUS: Double Charburger with cheese from The Habit Burger.

nOT yOur PLAyGrOunD COOTIeS: Th Cooti bg om Saml Ho’s Ta.

COOTIE BURGER

Another option forthose with the craving

for a spicy burger is

the Cootie burger from

Samuel Horne’s avern

located at 719 Sutter

St. in the Historic

District of Folsom.

Tis burger is a staff fa-

vorite and here is why:

Pepper jack cheese, raw

spinach, Serrano aioli,fiery-roasted Serrano

chilies and topped with

an over-easy fried egg.

DOUBLE CHARBURGER

WITH CHEESEIf simple is your middle

name, then the Double

Charburger with cheese

from Te Habit Burger

Grill might be calling it.

Te Habit Burger Grill

in Folsom is located at1115 East Bidwell St.

Tis burger is almost

as simple as a burger

can come with a patty,

cheese, lettuce, tomato,

mayonnaise, pickle and

bun. Every burger Habit

Burger serves has car-

amelized onions inside

which can turns this

simple and traditionalburger into a gourmet

one.




GILROY GARLIC AND

JALAPEÑO BURGERFor something full of flavor and

spice, the Gilroy Garlic and Jala-

peño burger from Relish Burger

Bar is right up your alley. Relish

Burger Bar is located at 1000

White Rock Road in El Dorado

Hills.

“Our buns are delivered from

ruckee Sourdough Company

daily and we use Painted Hills

Natural Beef for our patties,” said

Ryan atham, restaurant manager

“Te Gilroy Garlic and Jalapeño

burger has pepper jack cheese,

pickled jalapeños, roasted garlic

aioli, lettuce and tomatoes.”

Some of their popular burgers

include the Bordeaux burger, Rel-ish Western burger and the Napa

Valley American Kobe burger,

atham said.

CHARBROILED DOUBLE CHEESE BURGERTe Charbroiled Double Cheese burger is a customer favorite

being the perfect size for people to eat. If you like your burger

simple, then it is made perfect for you, but if you like to top

your burger with endless onions, that is possible too.

“Burger Hut is a family owned business based in Chico,

but we moved our restaurants in this direction because of

our Chico alumni,” said Rick Kusie, co-owner. “Customers

wanted certain things on their burgers, so we let them do it

themselves at our condiment bar. We cook it, and they get to

top it!”

At the condiment bar you have the choice of lettuce, toma-

toes, onions, pickles, peppers, barbecue sauce and the secret

family recipe dipping sauce, Kusie said.

“Our burgers are freshly ground natural beef and are cooked

to order,” he said. “We flame broil the patties and the custom-er has the option to have it cooked with barbecue sauce. We

have 11 different kinds of cheeses we can put on the burger

and you also have the option to add guacamole. Tere are a

bunch of option we can do at the grill.”

A new addition to Burger Hut is during the month of June,

customers will be able to order online and then pick up their

meal in the restaurant, Kusie said.

“We are not just a normal burger place, we have high-quality

food at a value price,” he said. ★

Sure TO KeeP DrACuLA AWAy: Gilo Galic ad Jalapñoburger from Relish Burger Bar.

yOur OWn TOPPInGS: Charbroiled Double Cheese burger from Burger Hut.

Reader’schoice

In Folsom Telegraph’s annual Best

of the Best contest, residents chose

as their favorite place to get a

brgr, tyig fr rst plac: Rlish

Burger Bar and Burger Hut.


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For centuries, America has celebrated Independence Day with

fireworks in some fashion, from the backyard to the super stadi-

ums and everything in between. So why do we spend this holiday

witnessing colorful explosions in the sky? It’s simple, because John

Adams told us to.

Tat’s right. Hours before signing the Declaration of Indepen-

dence, the second President of the United States made it clear

what the July Fourth Holiday should always entail. Adams wrote

in a letter to First Lady Abigail Adams, that this holiday shallinclude “illuminations from one end of the Continent to the other

from this time forever more.” Te next day, the first ever com-

memorative fireworks were launched and the rest, is just history.

oday, Adams would be pleased with the way our region cele-

brates this upcoming holiday. Folsom and its surrounding commu-

nities have numerous Independence Day celebrations to choose

from. Te Folsom Lake Entertainer has detailed several area

events that should fit into your holiday plans this year. Here’s a

few options.

Celebratethe red,

white and blue

THE ENTERTAINER’S GUIDE TO JULY FOURTH FIREWORKS VENUES

In FolsomIn Folsom, the 56th Annual Folsom Pro Rodeo offers

a grat rwrks display at th cclsi f Rd

cmptiti Jly 2, 3 ad f crs th grad al

July 4 itself.

The Rodeo takes place in Dan Russell Arena in Folsom.

Th bst viwig f th rwrks is i th ara itslf

and nightly admission tickets stat at $21.50 for adults

and $15.50 for children. Spectators will be treatedan evening of thrilling Rodeo action complete with

fanfare and patriotism. When the last cowboy rides out

f th stadim th rwrks bgi with bth grd

level and aerial displays just after dark. The aerial

displays can be seen from various vantage points

outside of the arena and throughout Folsom, including

nearby Lions Park. For more information on this option

visit www.folsomprorodeo.com

SPArKS fLy: Fireworks display at the Folsom Pro Rodeo.

BY BILL SULLIVAN | PHOTOS ARE SPECIAL TO THE ENTERTAINER


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6 | FOLSOM LAKE ENTERTAINER

Fireworks andFreedom in EDHOn Sunday, July 3, the El Dorado Hills Town

Center will host Fireworks and Freedom. This

event is open to the public from 7 to 11 p.m. The

event will feature the live music of Apple Z in the

Steven Young Amphitheater from 7-11 p.m. PyroSpctaclars will prst th rwrks display at

9:30 p.m. The festival style event will have a kids

zone and plenty of fun vendors with additional

parking available at nearby Blue Shield and

Rolling Hills Church. For complete details visit

www.eldoradohillstowncenter.com.

Summer Spectacularin Cameron ParkIn Cameron Park the celebrations take place onSaturday, June 25 with the 17th annual Summer

Spectacular. Located at Cameron Park Lake,

this annual event includes many summertime

activities including swimming at the lagoon,

refreshments, vendors and more. Gates open

at 2 p.m. on June 25 and the event concludes

jst aftr th rwrks vr th lak at 10 p.m.

Admissi is jst $6 ad bts th Cmmity

Services District and local charity. Kids carnival

tickets are an additional charge. For more

information visit www.cameronpark.org.

Family Blastin PlacervilleIn Placerville, the annual Family Blast at the El

Dorado County Fairgrounds is the grand event for

the Fourth of July. This event hosts kid’s activities,

bounce houses, water slides and live music

leading up to the celebration. The gates open at 4

p.m. with th rwrks lachig jst aftr dsk.

Admission is $3 per person or $15 per car load,

$45 pr RV which iclds vright campig icase you celebrate a little too much. The event

is presented in conjunction with Placerville

Speedway and auto racing is also on tap for the

evening for an additional admission. For more

information, visit www.eldoradocountyfair.org.

Fireworks inAmador County If your planning a trip to the Amador Wine

Ctry, y ca jy rwrks Sday Jly

3 at th Jacks Jir High Schl ld fr th

areas annual holiday celebration. Gates open

at 5 p.m. and the event concludes at 9:30 afterth rwrks ccld. This vt fatrs fd

drinks and family games during the evening.

And is presented by the Jackson Lions Club. For

complete information visit www.touramador.com.

Old SacramentoIf your looking to travel west this year, Old

Sacramento offers two big nights of celebrations.

Jly 3 ad Jly 4 rwrks will b lachd

over the Sacramento River near Front Street. The

rwrks displays cap ff day lg clbratis iold town that includes live entertainment, dining,

kids’ activities a brew fest and much more. This

venue is popular among boaters who take to the

river to view the display. More information can be

found at www.oldsacramento.com

Rancho Cordova In Rancho Cordova, the Cordova Community

Council presents the annual Fourth of July

Celebration at Hagen Park on both July 3 and 4.

Gats p at bth days. Th rwrkslaunch at 9:30 p.m. Saturday’s display will be

a warm up to Sunday’s grand event. This venue

includes carnival rides for an additional cost, live

music, a parade and more. For details visit www.

ranchocordovajuly4th.com.

South Lake TahoeThis annual display has been recognized as one

of the country’s top Fourth of July celebrations.

Th rwrks lach frm th ctr f th lak

at 9:45 p.m. on July 4 and can be throughouttown. There are a number of different viewing

points from lakeside beaches and lodging to on

th lak abt th Tah Q ad mr. If yr

planning to make this trip, your best bet to plan

your viewing spot is to visit www.visittahoe.com

for all of the information you will need. ★

BOOM!: El Dorado County Fairgrounds family blast.


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PHOTOS BY JEREMY BURKE

Father’s Day

Snooks: Their famous handmade peanut brittle.

GREAT LOCAL

GIFT IDEAS

FOR DAD

We Olive: Smoked Olive Oil and Brown Sugar

The Game Getaway: Assortment of games

The Backyard Experience: Kamado Joe

American River Ace Hardware: 14-piece grill kit



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Folsom Bike logo wear

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Garmin Edge 520 Flare Tail Light CO2

ESI Grips Trek Road Bike Pump

Giro Helmet

Folsom Bike T-ShirtsBontrager Clipless Bike Shoes



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■FARMERS’ MARKETS

REAP THE HARVEST4 FARMERS’ MARKETS IN FOLSOM, EL DORADO HILLS AREAIf you are looking for fresh food and local products, it is time to take a visit to a farmers’ market.

In the Folsom and El Dorado Hills areas, there are four different markets you can choose to

attend.

FOLSOM HISTORIC DISTRICTFrom 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday, the largest farmers market in the area is located in the plaza

of the Historic District of Folsom. Te market happens rain or shine, year round.

“We offer certificated farmers and organic farmers,” said Marie Hall, co-founder and chief exec-

utive officer of the Living Smart Foundation. “We have farmers from Sacramento County and as

far south as the Bay Area, but everything has to be local.”

With as many as 80 vendors during May through October and 60 during winter, there are many

different items to choose from.

“We have all different kinds of items,” Hall said. “About 70 percent of the market is local farmers,

20 percent are gourmet foods and 10 percent are items that can be used in the kitchen.”

BY RACHEL ZIRIN | PHOTOS BY BILL SULLIVAN

PLAZA OF THE HISTORIC

DISTRICT OFFOLSOM

8 A.M. - 1 P.M. SATurDAyS,

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Some of these items for purchase include fruits and vegetables,

specialty foods such as beef jerky, jam and barbecue sauce, and

household items for the kitchen such as aprons and pottery, Hall

said.

During the market there are also special events that happen

throughout the morning. Some of these events include chef

demonstrations, Chef Meet and Eat which only happens three

times a year, the Peach Festival and the omato aste Off.

“Te more popular booth is Cal Ranch because there are so manydifferent tomatoes,” Hall said. “Tere are about eight different

varieties, and that is unique to one farmer. Tey have basic table

tomatoes, but then they have green, red and zebra tomatoes.”

COOLIDGE ROAD Te second farmers market in Folsom is a seasonal market from 10

a.m. to 2 p.m. on uesdays, located at 605 Coolidge Road.

EL DORADO HILLS TOWN CENTERIn El Dorado Hills there are also two farmers markets. Te large

market is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Sunday from May through

October in own Center, starting right in front of Selland’s Mar-ket-Café.

“We have farmers that come from urlock and all the way from

Marysville and the rest are local,” said Jim Coalwell, manager and

founder of the nonprofit El Dorado County Certified Farmers

Market Association. “We have large growers for fruits and veg-

etables such as peaches, cherries, apples, nectarines. You name it,

we have just about everything! Tey have all different varieties of

colors and flavors.”

Other than local farmers, there are also local pre-made specialty

foods which include tamales, fresh fish, kettle corn, Indian food,

truffl es and chocolate candy. Te food sold at the market is not

meant to be eaten in own Center, but taken home so it doesn’t

take away business from the local shops in own Center, Coalwell

said.

“Te layout of the market is beautiful with the lake in the back-

ground and the birds flying, Coalwell said. “It is a really pretty spot

and fits very nice in own Center.”

Tis market is also open rain or shine and it doesn’t matter what

the weather is because they do not close it down for any reason,

Coalwell said.

EL DORADO HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER Te second market is El Dorado Hills is a much smaller market

with only 12 to 14 vendors, compared to the own Center market

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Life isn’t always candy, cowboy boots and horses, but it should be accord-

ing to the El Dorado County Fair that roars into action later this month.

Carrying the theme of “Cowboys and Carousels,” the 2016 version of

this local classic event opens its entry gates on June 16 and concludes on

Father’s Day, June 19.

Operating in its current location since 1939, the EL Dorado Country Fair

is a tradition in the Sierra Foothills, drawing families from throughout

the region to one of more of its action-packed, four-day run in the heart

of Placerville. Located in the heart of a town that is rich in the history of

the Gold Rush, this year’s El Dorado County Fair carries a theme that isclose to its heart and heritage and a schedule of events that has been well

planned and sure to entertain all ages.

“For me, planning the fair the most exciting time of the year, I just love it,”

said Jody Gray, El Dorado County Fair CEO. “I see so many people that I

know from communities in El Dorado County and beyond at this fair, it’s

like a wedding or a reunion. It’s a huge party for all of us.”

opping the party at the fair this year is well-planned entertainment for

the Cowboy and Carousels theme that will be headlined with a fair share

of country music talent. Fairgoers will enjoy the tunes of top country stars

performed by the County Artists ribute, a threesome tribute band thatperforms the hits of Kenny Chesney, Jason Aldean and oby Keith. When

it comes to tribute bands, this popular trio has the sound, the moves and

definitely looks of the famed cowboy superstars in which they pay tribute to.

“Tese guys sound like the real deal,” said Jody Gray, El Dorado County

Fair CEO. “We saw them in the lobby at the fair convention last year and

one of my staff almost walked into a pole; she was staring so hard trying

to figure out if they were real or not”

Country Artists ribute will headline a long list of entertainment for this

year’s fair and will be performing on Friday night, June 17 at 9 p.m.

Another popular country act slated for this year’s fair will be Roget Hegyi,

known as “rue Willie” a tribute to Willie Nelson. Hegyi resembles the

iconic country singer so much that many of his friends are convinced

the two were twins separated at birth. Tis is a must-see for any Willie

Nelson fan.

If country music isn’t your thing, other genres of entertainment include

FBI, a tribute to the legends of Motown that pays homage to the Father’s

of Funk. Tis group is known for its on-target performance of hits by the

emptations, Te Four ops, Smokey Robinson, Diana Ross, Te Su-

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It’s all aboutCowboys and Carousels

at El Dorado County Fair

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premes and more. Te FBI Band will be among many other

acts on stage throughout the four days, including a special

Legends of El Dorado event that will feature several music

legends of El Dorado County appearing with rock band Te

Random Strangers.

Aside from the exciting music venues, the El Dorado CountyFair offers all of the traditional fare that comes with a county

fair in a community well known for its tourism, agriculture

and farm life. Te popular 4-H Junior Livestock Auction will

give local youth the opportunity to shine and display their

yearlong work in raising prize cattle, sheep and more.

Action in the arena will include the Humpz and Hornz

Bullriding on Friday night followed by the Hometown

Speedway Challenge on Saturday night. Tis event features

locals completion on AVs on an exciting obstacle course.

Did we say obstacle course? Yes we did and on Sunday, the

most famous obstacle course is that of the John M. Stude-baker Wheelbarrow Races, a Father’s Day tradition at the El

Dorado County Fair.

While cowboys are a fair tradition, carousels are just as

much a part of the annual fair. Tis year in El Dorado

County a new improved carnival is one of the many

highlights. Paul Maurer Shows promises to bring plenty

of thrills. Among the attractions will be the Rock

Star, a ride that elevates riders 55 feet up in the air

on top of a flying platform before they undergo

a free-fall experience complete with a spectacular

light show. Additional rides include the 90-feet-tallsuper shot, as well as some 30 traditional rides from

Ferris wheels to classic kiddie rides for all to enjoy.

Te 2016 “Cowboys and Carousels” El Dorado

County Fair has attractions and exhibits for everyone.

Along with the sights and sounds don’t forget about

the smells and tastes that a old-fashioned fair brings

as well from cotton candy to funnel cakes and the all

American corn dogs. Tere is something for everyone

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■ART

He’s been called “the most famous photographer you’venever heard of,” “the greatest rock photographer of all

time,” and according to one critic, “one of the luckiest men

ever.” Actually, all three statements are true. Ethan Russell,

photographer, filmmaker, and writer is all those things. He

is also the only photographer to shoot cover art for Te

Beatles, Te Rolling Stones and Te Who, and be nomi-

nated for a Grammy for his work. His book, Let it Bleed,

is considered the defining book on the Rolling Stones and

itself has been called a work of art.

Born in New York but raised in California, he attended UC

Davis. Russell, who had studied art, was living in Englandin 1968 when a buddy of his, a writer for a new publication

called Rolling Stone, saw a few of Russell’s images and

asked him to shoot pictures for an interview he was doing;

that man would be a singer named Mick Jagger. Within

months, Russell would find himself part of the Rolling

Stones American our in 1969 documenting the tour. Over

the next few years, Russell would go on to photograph every

major iconic singer of the late 60’s to early 80’s: Te Beatles,

Te Who; John Lennon and Yoko One, Ricki Lee Jones,

Te Moody Blues, Cream, Eric Clapton, Janis Joplin, raf-fic, Carlos Santana, Te Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, and many

others. In addition to still photography, Russell moved into

the music video genre and the direction of music images;

shooting videos for kd Lang, Paul Simon and Roseanne

Cash as well as the last footage of John and Yoko in Central

Park a week before he was murdered.

Russell’s work as an artist was really cemented during the

Stones American tour. Russell captured the raw energy of

the Stones’ live performances. Russell’s work is unique; one

gets a real sense of who that singer or performer is, not what

they wish to project. He notes how he photographed ashe did as a kid hunting on his grandparents’ farm, standing

perfectly still, waiting for bird and taking one or two shots.

As a photographer, “that kind of photography let’s people

be where I was,” Russell notes, “I didn’t change anything. I

stood on the corners, I took pictures and I think they liked

me for that. I wasn’t in their space, asking them to do stupid

things because I got to be in such incredible places like the

last Beatle’s concert on the roof, or the Stones tour 1969 …

Exhibit at Harris Center continues through July 10

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Morrison, Joplin … that’s such a cool thing to be able to

share.”

Russell had a front-row to seat to the changing of the rock

scene. Russell notes how much the Rolling Stones’ touring

changed, spending six years writing a book on his experi-

ence on it called, Let it Bleed. For Russell, Altamont was

the end of the ‘60s. “Te world changed and you could

see it. ruman Capote travels with us … it’s the turn into

the age of celebrity is what ’s happening.” When Russell is

asked how we went from the Woodstock generation to theReagan culture he notes, first, that it’s a subject he wrote

on in his E-book, Ethan Russell: An American Story but

essentially he notes, television and the culture wars that

played out on V. “Its matters to me that we went from this

exuberant time, this explosive period to a point where we’re

so cynical nothing matters. How we did we get there?”

Russell said much of music photography now is quick and

superficial. “It’s marketing photography. It’s the star system.

Te template is the American movie star system, Norma

Jean becomes Marilyn Monroe. Marilyn Monroe had noth-

ing to do with Norma Jean. Tat behavior, that packagingof humans into performing commodities kills them. It’s

what’s going on most of the time, yeah. Tat’s why it’s

pathetic most of the photography you see now because it’s

all about surface. Tere’s exceptions but most of what you’re

looking at now is product photography. Tey’re trying to

move product.”

Russell said he took photos, that “showed them living their

lives. And in my opinion, just by definition, they’re more

important because they’re more honest.”

And honest they are, whether it’s John and Yoko standing in

the English countryside, sporting black capes, falling madly

in love, the last photos of Stone’s member, Brian Jones,

weeks before his drowning, or the Beatles dissolving as a

group at Abbey Road Studios before his lens. Fortunately,

we have Ethan Russell’s beautiful images to transport us

there to that now magical time when the counter culture

exploded and produced some of the most exciting and

engaging music of all time.

A collection of 70 images by Ethan Russell is being exhibit-ed at the Harris Center through July 10. Prints will also be

available for purchase.★

“ (The photos)showed them livingtheir lives. And in

my opinion, just bydefnition, they’remore important

because they’re morehonest.”



■ TRAVeL

San Francisco’s Ferry Building

BY BILL SULLIVAN | PHOTOS BY BILL SULLIVAN

Iconic turn-of-the-century landmark is rich in retail as rich in detail

While the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake caused extensive

damage throughout the Bay Area, one positive outcome was

the revitalization of San Francisco’s waterfront and the rebirth

of many tourist attractions along the historical port. One such

place, the famed Ferry Building, a must see when visiting San

Francisco.

Te Ferry Building is an eye-opening structure that sits just

off the Embaracado at the base of Market Street. Te building

is trademarked by its 245-foot-tall clock tower and dials that

are 22 feet in diameter and can be seen from several landmarkareas of the city. Te structure has survived San Francisco’s

major earthquakes, outlasting some of the city’s other major

landmarks.

Originally built in 1898, the building was later renovated to

house both offi ce space and unique retail and dining outlets to

increase tourism after a decline in everyday ferry use through

the years. After the extensive revitalization, the building

reopened in 2003 and now is home to many of area’s hallmark

businesses outlets unique to the bay.

Te Ferry Building is packed with many great eateries to pleaseall palates. Whether it ’s fresh seafood, American fare, Asian

flavors or others, you can surely fulfill your cravings here during

a daytrip or while waiting to catch the ferry across the Bay.

One popular restaurant is Gott’s Roadside in the

northwest corner of the building beneath their

iconic neon logo that illuminates the store

front. Tis is an outpost of the iconic roadside

burger stand in St. Helena known for their

handmade burgers and all-American diner

fare that can be enjoyed with a real ice

cream shake, Cabernet or a frosty brew.

For more upscale dining, the Slanted

offers an open space design and

floor to ceiling window that over-

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atmosphere with an extensive menu of Vietnamese street food, complex

meat entrées and more.

Hog Island Oyster Company now has seating for 130 guests in the Ferry

Building with outdoor seating that overlooks the bay and is ideal in warm

weather to dine on fresh oysters at the place that is the retail outlet for theHow Island Oyster Farm located in omales Bay.

Sharing a wall with Hog Island you’ll find the Golden Gate Meat Com-

pany that has a great history in the Bay. Owned and operated by several

generations of the local Offenbach family, this old-fashioned butcher shop

offers the finest of organic fresh meats that are worth the drive to purchase,

as well as daily breakfast, lunch and dinner specials right from their 40-foot

deli case that is a retail outlet to their wholesale locations in Richmond and

Santa Rosa which supply hundreds of restaurants, culinary institutes with

organic meats and more.

With more than 50 different retail shops and restaurants packing the Ferry

Building Marketplace, it is impossible to visit them all in one single trip. In

addition to the restaurants you can find specialty items in the Ferry Build-

ing from salted pig parts to fine imported cheeses, fresh produce, desserts

and coffees. If you’re searching for a special gift, there are plenty of outlets

with handmade, artisan items, specialty book stores, candle shops and more.

Aside from shopping, the Ferry Building continues to operate as a full-time

travel terminal for those traveling across the Bay. ickets can be purchased

on site to Marin County as well as Bay tours to Alcatraz, reasure Island

and more. If your planning a trip to the San Francisco Bay, mark the Ferry

Building on your things to do list and plan for visit by visiting their website

at www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com.★



Zinfandel wasn’t always the very popular wine it is now. In the late

‘70s and early ‘80s, explained Jeff Meyers, VP and general man-

ager of erra d’Oro Vineyards, the many different styles of Zin

on the market — everything from a light, fruity picnic wine to a big bold

raisiny dry port — all labeled Zinfandel, confused the public, who then

shied away in droves from buying it.

Meyers joined the winery, then called Montevina, in1981, fresh out of UC

Davis with a degree in winemaking, having graduated number one in his

class. He’s now been with erra d’Oro for nearly 35 years. As first enolo-

gist, then associate winemaker, Meyers honed in on a consistent style that

consumers would embrace.

“We were still very Zinfandel-centric but had also launched a fledgling Italian program lead by Barbera,” he said. “We were

the first to plant and to produce Barbera in the foothills of California. From our success others followed. It is now produced

at virtually every Amador County winery. We steadied sales and began the long hike back up in lost sales.”

Meyers lead winemaking at Montevina from 1986 through 2004.

In 1988, Montevina Winery was sold to the rincheros, the family that has run Sutter Home Winery since the late 1940s.

After 40 years of winemaking, the rencheros found a wine that resonated with the American public — White Zinfandel.

Tanks to that “overnight” success, the family has grown into the country’s fifth largest wine company.

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“For Montevina, it was a dream come true,” Meyers said. “Te family came in and re-focused us in winemaking into our

core wines and further expanded our Italian portfolio, knowing then that market was ready for stylish Zinfandel and Italian varieties. We introduced erra d’Oro in the summer of 1995. Te new brand immediately took off.”

In the fall of 2000, the owners completed a $15 million show-place winery, a state-of-the-art facility that gave Montevina

more capacity and the very latest technology in the field. As erra d’Oro expanded, it quickly became a bigger, more es-

tablished brand than Montevina. Meyers explained. In 2006, the winery’s name was changed to reflect the more celebrated

brand.

In 2000, Meyers hired Chris Leamy as assistant winemaker. After four years Leamy was promoted to winemaker, and Mey-

ers to VP/GM of the property. erra d’Oro’s sales have soared over the winery ’s original high-water mark, in the early ‘80s,

Meyers said, and have seen steady double-digit growth for the last several years.

“dO’s strongest attribute is our terroir driven wines,” Meyers explained. “erroir is a French term meaning ‘sense of place.’

Meaning when you taste our wines, you know they came from Amador. A noteworthy region or appellation for growing

grapes has its own identity. Meaning it has its own flavor or character. For us and our number one selling wine, Zinfandel,

that means it is spicy. Different appellations will have different characters.

“In Lodi or the Dry Creek Valley in Sonoma, for instance, Zinfandel will be very jammy and fruity, but in Amador, while it

will have some of that jammy, fruity quality, it will also have a spicy character that separates us from them. A clear point of

difference. By spicy I mean warm, baking spices like cloves, anise, and allspice. We couple that distinctive character into a

smooth rich, flavorful taste that has done very well for us indeed.”

dO’s philosophy, instilled by the rinchero family, is “always strive to over deliver,” so that the wine buyer will be amazed

at how good the wine is and how inexpensive — in other words, to provide a good price to quality ratio.

“Growth for us will be in our Chenin Blanc/Viognier blend we just began producing three years ago,” said Meyers. “Itsgrowth rate has been fantastic, the reviews glowing. Te price is reasonable. A truly beautiful thing at dO is that the rin-

cheros encourage us to expand our horizons enologically. We continue to produce many esoteric Italian wines beyond the

Barbera and Pinot Grigio with the lines of Aglianico (a super cool variety from the Compania region of Italy) and erol-

dego (a huge, rich beastly wine that originally hailed from the Alto Adige region), but we are now delving into southern

France.

erra d’Ore recently released its first Rhone blend, a blend of Grenache Mourvèdre and Syrah, which sold out in six weeks.

Te winery will continue with that blend and also be looking for other off-the-beaten-path Italian reds.

“And don’t look now,” Meyers said, “but we’re going after Spanish wines! We have planted some empranillo, the main vari-

ety of Rioja. Stay tuned.”★

“Terroir is a French termmeaning ‘sense of place.’ Meaning when you taste our

wines, you know they came fromAmador. A noteworthy region or

appellation for growing grapeshas its own identity. Meaning ithas its own flavor or character.

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History recounts that the Hotel Leger began life in 1851 as a

wood-framed tent on the corner of Main and Lafayette Streets

in the Gold Rush boom town of Mokelumne Hill. Operated

by George Lêger and called the Hotel de France, it catered to

the large French population that had come to town with hopes

of newfound wealth. Leger’s hotel, a popular site of galas and

cotillions, became noted as having the best “table” in the Gold

Country. Tese days, the table in Hotel Leger is the Whitewater

Grill and Saloon, owned by Doralee Rees and David Albert,

who, along with Chef Marc Martinez, aim to carry on the estab-

lishment’s long tradition of good food and festive times.

“We are a historic property, and while she may be old, we will

treat our customers with five-star service,” said Rees. “Our goal

is for our guests to enjoy themselves so much that they can't wait

to tell their family, friends, and co-workers about their experi-

ence at the Whitewater Grill and Saloon.”

Rees and Albert took over the business in June 2013. Former-

ly martial arts instructors, they brought their love of food and

dining to the new venture and educated themselves as they went

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MORE THAN JUST MEAT AND POTATOES: The New York Steak with Mushroom and Souza Wine Sauce is just one of Chef Marc Martinez’s dishes.

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along. Starting with what the hotel was already offering, they made small changes

and additions over time.

“We have a strong local support and wanted to keep them happy with the steak,

salmon, chicken, and pasta dishes they enjoyed as well as adding a flair that would

draw foodies from larger cities,” Rees said. “We hired a new chef and began

creating a new menu. We look to keep with the traditions of the area with classic

favorites with a twist here and there.”

In January this year, Whitewater welcomed Martinez as its new head chef. He be-

gan working in restaurants at age 16, as a bus boy. Martinez later attended Colum-

bia College's Culinary Arts program, becoming trained in all aspects of commercial

food preparation and kitchen management.

“Under the guidance of the staff, I was challenged to always think outside

of the box and be creative,” he said. Not only did my instructors challenge

me but so did my peers, I met some great lifelong friends there.”

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