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Moscow Classical Ballet

The Nutcracker

The Moscow Classical Ballets

Nutcracker returns to Three

Stages, boasting a cluster of

phenomenal young dancers...

performing in an uncluttered,

streamlined style (New York

Times). Thu, Dec 27; 7 pm

Fri, Dec 28; 7:30 pm

Sat, Dec 29; 2 pm & 7:30 pm

Sun, Dec 30; 2 pm

Nunset Boulevard

Starring Cindy Williams

The nuns have done it again

sinfully funny laughs (NBC

News). This latest installment

in the well-loved series of

Nunsense musicals features the

popular star of Laverne & Shirley.

The Sisters are on their way to

perform at the Hollywood Bowl,

or so they believe. Hilarious,

wacky, and unpredictable!

(ABC News).

Mon, Jan 14; 7 pm

Tue, Jan 15; 7 pm

Wed, Jan 16; 2 pm & 7 pm

Experience The

Beatles with RAIN

An adoring valentine to The

Beatlesan impressive feat

for some of the later songs,

which The Beatles themselves

performed only in the studio

(Washington Post). A spec-

tacular extravaganzadid the

audience love it? Yeah, yeah,

yeah! (Philadelphia Inquirer).

Fri, Jan 18; 7:30 pm

Sat, Jan 19; 2 pm & 7:30 pm

Sun, Jan 20; 2 pm & 7 pm

An Acoustic Evening

With Clint Black

His auspicious country music

career started with a bang

Killin Time, which boasted five

Number One hitsand he has

since gone on to sell over 20

million albums worldwide.

Sat, Jan 26; 8 pm

Wed, Jan 30; 7:30 pm

(NEW SHOW ADDED!)

Los Lobos Acoustic En Vivo

With the exception of U2, no

other band has stayed on top of

its game as long as Los Lobos

(Rolling Stone). A lively acoustic

performance of their Latin

catalogue, in both traditional

and contemporary styles.

Sun, Jan 13; 7 pm

An Evening With

Branford Marsalis

A three-time Grammy winner

from one of the worlds most

distinguished musical families,

Branford Marsalis is known for

his innovative spirit and broad

musical scope.

Thu, Jan 31; 7:30 pm

Shrek The Musical

Based on the Academy

Award-winning film that started

it all, Shrek The Musical played

over 500 performances on

Broadway and garnered eight

2009 Tony Award nominations.

Thu, Mar 14; 7:30 pm

Fri, Mar 15; 8 pm

Sat, Mar 16; 2 pm & 8 pm

Sun, Mar 17; 1:30 pm & 7 pm

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American River Chorus 12/2

Cantare Chorale 12/2

Placer Pops Chorale 12/8-9

Compaa Mazatln Bellas Artes 12/14

Folsom Symphony 12/15-16

Sacramento Master Singers 12/16

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25 The Arts Greg Fisher

30 Our Kids 4 Tools Reshaping the Classroom Experience

32 cause & effect Whole Planet Foundation

34 Family Time 5 Holiday Sanity Savers

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The countdown has begun, the big man in red is

making appearances around town and the New

Year is quick on our heels. With homes radiating

holiday cheer, guests arriving in town, kids home from

school, and stores busier than ever, its quite clear were

in the thick of the holiday season. Along with the joy of

seeing loved ones, indulging in food we wouldnt nor-

mally, and giving gifts to friends and family, there also

comes a downside stress, budget constraintsand, yes,

tight pants. Its that yin-yang thing that seems to cycle

throughout our lives.

To assist you with keeping the b-word, you know

balance, in your life this bustling month, we have plenty

of information and resources to keep at your fingertips

should the seasonal strains push you to your tipping point.

Weve all been there. Instead, take the advice found in

Linda Holderness Family Time article 5 Holiday Sanity

Savers to find everyday peace and remember the reason

for the season.

And its true, the reason for the season is not the ex-

change of pretty packages, I know. Howeverits a great

perk, if I do say so myself. One of many perks we give

you this month is Styles 2012 Wish List: The Gift Guide.

Flip through the many pages, oohh and aahh, and find

a selection of gifts and gift ideas to impress just about

anyone on your list, and better yet, many can be found

locally across our communities. Less gas burned by driving equals

more gift giving. New this year, weve added a couple categories such

as For Foodies and Stocking Stuffersso dont miss these items that

wont break the bank, but are sure to please the masses, even finicky

friends and your mother-in-law. Whether your holiday shopping bud-

get is grandiose or nominal, we got it covered in this issue. For trendy

yet thrifty gift ideas (hey, they may cost less, but who has to know?!),

turn to the 10-Spot for a list of local thrift and consignment stores for

one-of-a-kind finds.

When the celebration is over, pie gone, and confetti tossed, the yin-

yang concept comes back into play leaving many (me included) feeling

groggy, bloated and achy. Knock out eggnog nausea and sugarplum

headaches with Janet Scherrs The Hangover: Care for Post Holiday

Recovery in Health & Wellness. Do you plan to devour food that you

normally wouldntor shouldnt? A good enzyme supplement is what

youll need for recovery. Find more tips for your post-holiday revival

this month.

Also this busy month, find more to see and do within the pages of

Whats Up, FYI, and Calendar. Until next month, may your holidays be

the happiest, and the horizon for your new year the brightest! desiree

Wed love to hear from you send us your community events (for

Calendar), your favorite recipe & photo (for Thanksgiving Reader

Recipes), and any other story ideas to [email protected].

holiday bliss

editorsnote

Folsoms Hyman House is an Itali-

anate home built by Jakob Hyman in

1881. Mr. Hyman emigrated from Po-

land in 1830 and became a business

owner in Folsom in 1860. In 1866 he

became the sole owner of J. Hyman

& Co. Dry Goods. This stunning home fell into a state

of some disrepair in the late 90s but was purchased

in the last few years by new owners who are working

to restore many aspects of the home to its original

grandeur. The owners have been generous enough

to allow it to be included in the Historic Folsom

Holiday Home 2012 Tour.

HiSTOric FOlSOm HOlidAy HOme 2012 TOUrOn December 7-8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., tour seven

historic sites (including the one pictured on the cover)

in Historic Folsom, all decorated with holiday cheer!

The venues youll visit date from 1855 to 1925 and are

a must-see for architecture aficionados and history

buffs alike. Proceeds benefit the Folsom Historical So-

ciety and the Murer House Foundation; free admission

to the Folsom History Museum and the Murer House

Museum with ticket.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit

folsomhistorymuseum.org.


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produce on the market, its the perfect

time to switch up your salad-making

routine. Try five winter salads that will

help you avoid any holiday bulge. blood

Orange Salad with Jicama, Arugala and

Oil-cured Olives from cookbook Roots

by Diane Morgan should get you in the

tossing mood. Find this recipe and more

at stylemg.com.

cHriSTmAS Tree reTiremeNTIf youre looking for the nearest

location to drop off your holiday

tree after the festivities fizzle

out, weve got a handy list of

where to go.

10 NEW New yeArS reSOlUTiONSWe all say were going to eat

healthier, exercise more, spend more

time with familyand the typical list

goes on. Ponder Styles set of goals

for 2013 that go beyond the usual

and add fun to being better.

FlicKS wiTH STyleCheck out whats blowing up big screens

with Style movie-guru Justin Buettners

thoughts on more december movie

releases.

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got goodies from businesses in the lo-

cal area, and were giving stuff away!

Simply stop by stylemg.com/contests

for your chance to get lucky! Enter

once per day. Tell your friends!

During the holidays, few things bring more joy than helping someone in need.

This year, Arden Fair celebrates the spirit

of giving by rewarding three local

charities that we believe best embody the

seasons sentiment of good will:

CCHAT Center

Sacramento Sheriffs

Toy Project

Wind Youth Services

Find out about the many ways you can

earn your wings this holiday season at

ArdenFair.com or on our Facebook page.

Be a part of the giving and spread

the joy!

Kindness is contagious.Spread it around.

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DECEMBER 2012

PublishersTerence P. Carroll, Wendy L. Sipple

Executive EditorDesiree Patterson

Managing EditorMegan Wiskus

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Contributing WritersAbigail Blank, LeeAnn Dickson, Darren Elms, Amber Foster,

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When does Botox start to work, and

how long does it last?

BOTOX Cosmetic is ranked as one of

the most commonly performed cos-

metic procedures. Its used for the tem-

porary improvement in the appearance

of moderate to severe glabellar lines (the

number 11 lines in between the eyes on

the forehead) associated with corrugator

and/or procerus muscle activity in adult

patients younger than 65 years of age. It

blocks the neuromuscular transmission

at the nerve endings in the muscles by

inhibiting the release of acetylcholine (the

chemical needed by muscles to contract).

This inhibition occurs as the neurotoxin

breaks SNAP-25, a protein needed for ace-

tylcholine release. The results of Botox are

temporary, and in clinical studies the effect

in relaxing the fine lines and wrinkles lasted

for up to 120 days.

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The Center for Aesthetic Medicine

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What are the educational benefits of a

private school for early intervention?

Credentialed early childhood educa-

tors look at the whole child to build a

comprehensive early intervention plan to

maximize a childs potential. Assessment

and referral support helps identify a childs

strengths and areas of need. Schools of-

fer preschool, pre-K and kindergarten for

young students to thrive in an inclusive

environment. Using the state-standards

curriculum, schools that retain small staff-

to-student ratios allow for individualized

support for all children. A team approach

includes licensed speech and language

therapists and occupational therapists in-

tegrating language, social development,

plus fine and gross motor skills in the class-

room. An on-site behavior specialist and

licensed school psychologist can provide

a positive behavioral support program

for all students across all environments

on campus.

Starranne Meyers, Co-Founder

School Principal, Guiding Hands School

El Dorado Hills, ghandsschool.com

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On December 2, One Body

Integrated Training & Therapy

in El Dorado Hills will host the

First Annual Fundraiser for a Fitter World.

Proceeds from the two events a one-

hour group workout and 30-minute sports

massage from 7-11 a.m. and a three-course

lunch at Hawks from 1-3 p.m. will help

buy fitness equipment for local schools

and fire stations. For tickets and more

details, visit onefitbody.

net...The Womens Fund El

Dorado has awarded over

$200,000 and touched the

lives of more than 13,000

members of our community

during its first five years, according to El

Dorado Community Foundation Director

Bill Roby, who spoke at the Funds Annual

Membership Celebration Dinner at David

Girard Vineyards. For more details, visit

womensfundeldorado.org...Tesla Motors,

the California-based electric carmaker,

recently celebrated the public opening of

its supercharging location at the Folsom

Premium Outlets with a ribbon-cutting

ceremony. Superchargers currently work

with Tesla Model S., the companys most

recent vehicle...On the last Friday of each

month from 2-3 p.m., join the El Dorado

Hills Senior Center Book Club (990 Lassen

Lane); drop-ins are always welcome...Give

a little holiday cheer to a child in need by

participating in the Community Gift Tree

project. A collaborative effort between the

El Dorado County Office of Education,

Child Development Program, Choices

For Children and Family Connections,

this project provides their clients with gifts

for the holiday. Gift trees will be available

through December 10 at the El Dorado Hills,

Cameron Park and Placerville Libraries,

Raleys in El Dorado Hills, Bel Air in Cameron

Park, Save Mart on Missouri Flat Road in

Placerville, Placerville Courthouse on Main

Street, and Kmart in Placerville. For more

details, call 530-626-5164 x10...Congrats

to Darcie Swedelson of A Dazzling Day

by Darcie for becoming the first California

native to receive the prestigious title of

Accredited Bridal Consultant. Swedelson

has more than 16 years of experience in the

field of wedding planning and event design.

For more details, visit adazzlingday.com...

Congrats to the City of Rancho Cordova

for being recognized as one of the 25

best small workplaces in the U.S. by the

Great Place to Work Institute and Fortune

Magazine... Scheduled to open this month,

and just in time for holiday entertaining,

local restaurateur Richard Righton brings

36 Handles, a pub and restaurant which will

take the place of former Kinnee OReillys

in El Dorado Hills Montano de El Dorado

shopping center, and feature 36 beers on

tap plus a menu of rustic English and Irish-

style food with California influences... In

other restaurant news, Thai Paradise in

Folsom recently expanded, taking over

the vacant space next door and adding

80 seats to their current location at 2770

E. Bidwell Street. For more details, visit

thaiparadisefolsom.com...Join the Folsom

Chamber of Commerce on December

12 from 4-6 p.m. to honor Sue Field, the

Chambers vice president of membership,

who will retire at years end after six years of

service in the community. To RSVP for the

event, call 916-985-2698...Thats all for now,

but check back in January for Styles annual

Health & Wellness feature! Compiled by Jamila B. Khan

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Robert Kelleher, D.D.S., found his passion

for orthodontics while still a child, after all

three of his older sisters got braces. I put

paper clips over my teeth so I could be like

them, Kelleher admits.

As a young boy, he loved

working with his hands,

spending his spare time

constructing tree houses

and boxcars, and later,

drawing and sculpting.

Soon, he translated his

love of building things

into a career building

healthy smiles for Fol-

som residents.

Throughout his pro-

fession, Kelleher has

been drawn to oppor-

tunities that allow him to help children in

need. Hes worked at both Stanford Uni-

versitys Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital

and the Childrens Hospital & Research

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Center Oakland, performing life-altering

oral surgeries on children suffering from

cleft palates and other disfiguring birth

defects. He now has a thriving orthodontic

practice in Folsom, but

continues to provide

low-cost dental care

for low-income fami-

lies whenever possible.

Every year, Kelleher

participates in Smiles

for Kids, a Sacramento

District Dental Society

program that provides

free dental care to un-

derprivileged children.

I think I have an obliga-

tion to give back to the

community, Kelleher

explains. Its a kind of ethical obligation

to share yourself with the world and make

it a better place. Amber Foster

Q: What advice would you give to your

younger self?

A: Honor your true self and question

whats behind the curtain.

Q: What comes to you naturally?

A: Composing music in minor keys, being

a friend, and parallel parking.

Q: Whats your biggest pet peeve?

A: Disingenuous answers and egotism.

Q: Biggest life inspirations?

A: Artists who balance creative passions

against their day jobs.

Q: Favorite humanitarian cause?

A: Any cause that seeks to reduce family

and world violence.

Q: Best words of wisdom youve

received?

A: Follow your heart.

Q: Whats next?

A: Writing more music and continuing

to help make the world a better place

Ill never quit creating!

favoritesAuthor/writer: Hermann Hesse

Guilty pleasure: The Oaxacan Spicy

Hot Chocolate at Ginger Elizabeth

Chocolates

Meal in town: Fresh Dungeness Crab Louie

and Scotts Cioppino at Scotts Seafood

Grill & Bar

Movie: The Artist

Musician/band: Bill Evans

Place to buy a gift, locally: Any art gallery

with blown, colored glass

Local nonprofit: Smiles for Kids

Annual event: California International

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Wild Nights and Holiday Lights returns with nearly 70,000 bright and color-ful lights, thousands of decorations, and seasonal displays adorning the

Folsom Zoo Sanctuarys grounds, landscaping and animal exhibits to cre-

ate a spectacular winter wonderland. A dazzling forest of beautifully decorated trees

provides a picture-perfect backdrop for visits with Santa Claus, and Santa Paws the

Zoos holiday mascot serves as a roving greeter to pose for photo ops. The merry

sounds of caroling groups fill the air with holiday spirit. The exhibits of nocturnal ani-

mals including cougars, bears, tigers and more will be illuminated for enhanced

viewing; zookeepers will conduct special feedings and provide extra enrichment activi-

ties. Each evening, docents will be on hand to share facts and anecdotes about the

animals and answer questions. In addition, the Folsom Valley Railway miniature live

steam train will provide special nighttime train rides for kids and adults.

Many hours of helping hands by families, local businesses, community groups and City

staff go into installing the lights and displays that make this event so special. Bambis Tree

Lot generously provides more than 100 trees that make up the enchanted forest and adorn

the grounds. The event will run from 5 to 8 p.m. on December 7-9 & 14-23 (weather permit-

ting; heavy rains will cancel). Admission is $5 per person and free for ages two and under;

train tickets are $3 per person. All proceeds benefit the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary animals.

Lesley MillerFor more information, call 916-355-7285 or visit folsomzoofriends.org.

folsom parks and recreationSeasonal Sparkle

fyi

Three Stages has a holiday show

for nearly every taste and age

this month. Featuring talent from

Ireland and Russia to just down the road,

shows with singing and dancing will make

your holiday season even more magical.

Local vocal groups bring breathtaking

harmonies and songs to celebrate the

spirit of the season.

Cantare Chorale

presents The Night Before Christmas, Placer Pops Chorale

brings A Holiday Homecoming, and the Sacramento

Master Singers offers A Celtic Christmas. The all-male ensemble, American River

Chorus, joins with Sacramento-based

Chanteuses, an all women troupe, to

present A Holiday Celebration II. The diverse musical selections featured

in the Folsom Symphonys Of Joy and Fate will get you in the mood to trim the tree, as will the lively dancing and music

brought to you by Compaia Mazatln

Bellas Artes Posada Navidea and Pamela Hayes Classical Ballets performance of

The Nutcracker. Not to be outdone by the locals, Bay

Area-based California Theatre Center offers

a kid-friendly production of The Elves and the Shoemaker. International sensation Moscow Classical Ballet will also bring

The Nutcracker . The very popular

performance, An Ir ish Christmas (both shows sold

out last year), will

feature traditional

dance, lively music

and wonderful storytelling giving you the

feel and fun of Christmas in the Emerald

Isle.

Come and celebrate the season at

Three Stages, Executive Director Dave Pier

suggests. You wont be disappointed.

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For performance dates and to purchase tickets, visit threestages.net.

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Have yourself a merry thrifty Christmas by leaving the crowds and big-box stores to every other shopper. Instead, Style challenges you to buy off the beaten path at our areas finest consignment and thrift shops. From apparel to acces-sories and books to beats, youre bound to find a gift for even the pickiest person on your list. Plus, with moola leftover, you can score something for yourself!

1. Nice Twice Consignment Shop. 209 Vernon Street, Roseville 916-786-9287, nicetwice.info

2. Snowline Hospice Thrift Stores Locations in Camino, Cameron Park, Placerville and Folsom snowlinehospice.org/thrift- stores.html

3. Designer Consigner 6945 Douglas Boulevard

Granite Bay, 916-993-3800 designerconsignergb.com

4. Freestyle Clothing Exchange Locations in Folsom, Citrus Heights and Sacramento freestyleclothing.com.

5. Belle Mode 1012 East Bidwell Street, Suite 500

Folsom, 916-983-5330 bellemodeboutique.com

6. ReloveIt Consignments 1300 East Bidwell Street, Suite 135 Folsom, 916-984-6500, reloveit.us

7. Placer SPCA Thrift Store 931 Washington Boulevard Suite 107, Roseville, 916-782-2434 placerspca.org/thrift.htm

8. ReNew Boutique 1725 Santa Clara Drive, Roseville

916-782-1877, renewboutique.net

9. Jenni Lynn Boutique 4131 South Shingle Road, Suite 16 Shingle Springs, 530-672-2844

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10.Jordans Closet Locations in El Dorado Hills

Roseville and El Dorado jordanscloset.net

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DECEMBER 8FIFTH ANNUAL BREAKFAST WITH SANTAStart the yuletide season off with a festive

morning of holiday cheer at the CSD Gym.

Two seatings are available: 8-9:15 a.m. and

10-11:15 a.m. Event includes breakfast, a

visit with Santa and holiday crafts. Space

is limited, so please pre-register ($5 per

person or $10 at the door, if space is avail-

able. Ages two and under are free.

LETTERS TO SANTACalling all kids! Santa is busy getting ready

for the holiday season, and his elves will be

delivering your Christmas wish lists to the

North Pole from December 1-15. He would

love to hear from all his friends in El Dorado

Hills and promises to return letters. Letters

can be mailed or deposited in the holiday

mailbox at the El Dorado Hills CSD Gym.

Send letter with a self-addressed stamped envelope to:SANTA, North Pole

c/o El Dorado Hills CSD

1021 Harvard Way

El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

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

Craving something decadent and sinful to get me through the day, I

departed the Style office and headed to Historic Folsom for a sweet treat from Snooks Chocolate Factory, a family-run chocolate and

candy shop since 1963. The moment I entered, aromas of fine chocolate filled

my nose. An expansive glass case featuring a multitude of desserts on

display was positioned next to an ice cream bar; drinks and other candies

were presented throughout the store. After five minutes of contemplating

whether I wanted chocolate, taffy, peanut brittle...or everything, I realized I

was longing for something covered in soft, chewy caramel and settled on

the Pecan Roll. The roll weighed in at nearly half a pound, which afforded me plenty of sugary indulgence without buying every treat on display. The

creamy caramel center juxtaposed with the oven-roasted pecans scored a

perfect 10 with its marriage of salty and sweet. I had the roll sliced into small

pieces making it perfect to share. Next time youre perusing Sutter Street

and find your sweet tooth throbbing, stop in at Snooks. Snooks Chocolate Factory, 731 Sutter Street, Folsom. 916-985-0620, snookscandies.com.

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145tH annual CHristmas arts and Crafts fairThis annual event, held along Sutter Street from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., is a Folsom family tradition. Enjoy live music, carol-ers, face painting and finish up your holi-day shopping! Rain or shine. For more details, visit historicfolsom.org.

1-2Homes for tHe Holidays tourFeast your eyes on glittering garlands, magnificent holiday collections and dra-matically decorated Christmas trees, as you tour six beautiful homes all dressed up for the holidays. Three homes and one model home are located within the gates of Serrano Country Club. Local busi-nesses Pottery World and Grapes and Ivy will be offering holiday decorating demonstrations on both days. Pick up tickets at the California Welcome Center in Town Center or visit sierrafoothills.assistanceleague.org.

7-8HistoriC folsom Holiday Home 2012 tourFrom 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (both days), tour seven historic houses and sites in Historic Folsom, all decorated with holiday cheer! Proceeds benefit the Folsom Histori-cal Society and the Murer House Foun-dation; free admission to the Folsom History Museum and the Murer House Museum with ticket. For more details, visit folsomhistorymuseum.org.

8Holiday Party for tHe Zoo animalsCelebrate with your furry friends from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Folsom Zoo. Santa will be on hand for holiday wishes and each animal will receive festively wrapped packages to open. Canned food donations will be collected for Folsoms Twin Lakes Food Bank. Free admission. To learn about the animals wish list, call 916-351-3527.


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7-9Rhythms of ChRistmas: NoRth Pole seCRetsSound Out Tap Compony, a part of Stages Folsom Dance Arts, will present its annual original holiday production. Join the company as they take a secret journey through Santas village and discover whos really in charge of the North Pole magic! All per-formances will be held at Folsom High Schools Jill Solberg Performing Arts Theater. For show times and tickets, visit stages-performingarts.org.

12-16santa Parade inel dorado Hills

The El Dorado Hills Firefighters Associa-tion will be escorting Santa, Mrs. Claus and

their elves on fire engines through El Do-rado Hills. Along the route, elves will be col-

lecting canned food, and new unwrapped toys. Donations can be left on your curb.

To view the route and for more details, visit edhfire.com.

14ComPaa maZatln Bellas artes Presents Posada Navidea Featuring 20 dancers and musicians, this holiday celebration provides a whirlwind tour of Mexicos distinct cultural regions and includes a traditional Christmas processional (posada), Mexican holiday songs (villancicos), a visit from the Three Wise Men, and a vibrant holiday finale performed in the spirit of a true fiesta. Performance will be held at Three Stages at 7:30 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit threestages.net.

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

more eventsThrough December 8 Cash: The Life and Music of an American Legend. Experience Johnny Cashs explosive life story in the world-premiere of this full-length dance concert with the artists of E:motion Dance Ensemble. For performance times and ticket details, visit threestages.net.

December 1 Christmas is for Kids Toy Run. Peruse classic cars and hot rods pre-1974 and peep a visit from Santa Claus in front of Home Depot (2675 East Bidwell Street). Price for car entry is a new unwrapped toy or $10. Proceeds will benefit the Folsom Police Departments Christmas Toy program. To learn more, visit capcruz.com.

December 2 Cantare Chorale Presents The Night Before Christmas. Showcasing vocal harmony from El Dorado County and beyond for 20 years, Cantare Chorale of the Sierra Foothills presents its holiday performance for all ages. A testament to the power of voice, the show will be performed in the Scott-Skillman Recital Hall at Three Stages. For ticket details, visit threestages.net.

December 2 30th Annual CIM. The California International Marathon returns to celebrate its Dirty 30. Eight thousand runners will navigate a 26-mile course that starts at Folsom Dam and snakes its way down to the State Capitol. Cheer on participants at one of the many entertainment spots along the route. For more details, visit runcim.org.

December 7 Sing, Dance and Learn with The Poodlums. This interactive entertainment program at the El Dorado Hills Branch Library teaches counting, letter and animal sounds, names of body parts, and basic Spanish words through original music. Join the fun at 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. To learn more, visit eldoradolibrary.org.

December 8 Christmas Open House. Head up to David Girard Vineyards for an afternoon of hayrides in the vineyards, caroling, wine specials, and a surprise visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The fun goes from 1-4 p.m. For more details, visit davidgirardvineyards.com.

December 8 Placer Pops Chorale Presents A Holiday Homecoming. Capture the spirit of the season with new and innovative arrangements of timeless and heartwarming Christmas classics, performed in the vibrant style of this acclaimed Chorale. For show times and to purchase tickets, visit threestages.net.

December 830 Madelines Christmas. Fancy a Christmas in Paris? If so, you will

enjoy this delightful musical at Sutter Street Theatre in Historic Folsom. Performances on Saturdays and Sundays start at 1 p.m. For weekday times and tickets, visit sutterstreettheatre.com.

December 8-9 Christmas in Coloma. At this annual family celebration and fundraiser for Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, volunteers will recreate an 1850s country Christmas. A day full of crafts, living history recreations, food and of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus! The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. For more details, call 530-622-6198.

December 9 California Theatre Center Presents The Elves and the Shoemaker. Laugh when two merry elves arrive at a small village in the Black Forest to discover a poor shoemaker who clearly needs assistance. For ticket details, visit threestages.net.

December 9 Jingle Bell Rockin 10K/5K. This Folsom fun run winds it way from East Bidwell Street to Humbug Willow Creek Trail along marshes, creeks and oak woodlands. Enjoy a pre-race raffle and post-race refreshments. For more details, visit elementalrunning.com/races/jingle-bell-rockn-10k5k.

December 13-31 Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings. A phone call from the heavenly Rosemary Clooney brings the boys in plaid back to the Sutter Street Theatre. Filled with Christmas standards that have all been plaid-erized, this is one holiday treat thats truly heaven-sent! For show times and to purchase tickets, visit sutterstreettheatre.com.

December 15-16 Of Joy & Fate. Join the Folsom Symphony at Three Stages for their annual holiday concert, featuring pieces from Beethoven, Brahms and Handel. The spectacular performance will end with a lively holiday sing-along. Saturdays concert begins at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. For more details, visit folsomsymphony.com.

December 21-23 The Nutcracker. In honor of Christmas, Pamela Hayes Classical Ballet Theatre will perform Tchaikovskys much-loved ballet at Three Stages. For times, ticket prices and more details, visit threestages.net.

December 24 Free Admission Day at Fairytale Town. Let your imaginations run wild this Christmas Eve with free admission to Fairytale Town from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Escape the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and enjoy free play! For more details, visit fairytaletown.org.

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ALBUMSTHEN:Pretty Paper Willie Nelson

To fully appreciate Willies languid

genius, the 1979 classic Pretty Paper is

a great place to start. Its not just his

choice of songs like the gorgeous

Roy Orbison title track but the way

every song becomes his own while still

evoking everything you love about the

originals. There are many great country

Christmas albums, but only Willie comes

so close to perfection.

NOW:On This Winters Night

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Grammy winners Lady Antebellum are

getting into the Christmas spirit with On

This Winters Night, a new collection of

traditional Christmas favorites. The style

will surprise some Lady A fans, evoking

Bing Crosby classics with rich orchestral

arrangements. Its a taste of the old,

with a flair for the new.

BOOKSTHEN:Letters from Father Christmas by J.R.R.

Tolkien

Along with regaling the world of Middle

Earth, Tolkien amused his children with

tales, as told by Father Christmas to

the young boys via a hand-addressed

letter every December. Spanning from

1920 through 1943, this volume includes

reproductions of the letters themselves,

along with text of the delightful stories

Tolkien wove of life in the North Pole.

NOW:A Christmas Carol narrated by Tom

Baker (audio book)

British actor Tom Baker, best known to

Doctor Who fans as the Fourth Doctor,

further extends his legendary capac-

ity with this eagerly anticipated reading

of Charles Dickens beloved Christmas

classic. Bakers expressive and sonorous

voice will be a familiar delight to many,

and a pleasant surprise for many more.

FLICKS WITH STYLE The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey The same creative team from the immensely popular Lord of the Rings series returns to the J.R.R. Tolkien uni-verse bringing the prequel story of The Hobbit to the big screen. Ian McKellen, as Gandalf, leads a pack of Halflings on

a new adventure in a planned trilogy. In theaters December 14.Justin Buettner

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Artists often try their hand at

more conventional careers

before giving in to the driving

need to create. Greg Fisher, mixed media

artist and owner of Gallery Impasto in

Folsom, is no stranger to the challenges

that come with giving up the status quo

to take a road less traveled.

Fisher spent his youth learning the

contractor trade from his father, satisfy-

ing his creative side by exploring artistic

approaches to tile work and the like.

Though not a classically trained artist,

Fisher dabbled in the subject, taking

classes in high school and college; in-

stead, he pushed himself to be practical,

earning a degree in business manage-

ment to further his career as a contrac-Pho

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to a certain amount of artistry, the time

eventually came when he could no lon-

ger deny his calling.

Its been nearly five years since Fisher

took the leap and became a full-time art-

ist, a change that included the opening

of his own studio and showroom, Gallery

Impasto. It was a matter of being in con-

struction and not being able to express

myself, he explains when asked what

prompted the move. There isnt much

ability to express yourself when youre

nailing boards to a wall, he says.

Being immersed in various construc-

tion materials for so much of his life, Fish-

ers work is an intriguing mix of unusual

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greg fisherFree of Form by Abigail Blank

such as roofing tar, tile glue and paints.

The look of [roofing tar] is so much

more pure than oil paints, he says. Fish-

ers paintings take rather dichotomous

themes, either celebrating the freedom

of form in abstract works or following

the more constrained shapes necessary

to create true-to-life portraits.

Though much of his time is spent on

portrait work of both celebrities and

every day individuals, its Fishers ab-

stract pieces that tend to carry a heavy

dose of emotion. As far as my abstract

work goes, theres a lot of meaning in

it for me, but I want people to look at

it and interpret it for themselves, he

says. Careful to avoid outside influences,

hes intensely focused on originality so

much so that he doesnt allow prints to

be made of his work. He believes every

piece is unique and not meant to be re-

produced or replicated.

In Fishers most recent works, hes

transitioned into intensifying his use of

color, moving in new directions with his

abstract pieces. Currently, hes develop-

ing a yet-to-be named collection, which

reflects on many experiences from his

past. They all have elements of an over-

arching theme he describes as keeping

freedom a statement thats as equally

personal as it is political. He says, At the

end of the day, I think putting a message

out through your work is what its all

about.

For more information, visit

galleryimpasto.com.

artbeatThrough January 10, 2013 Just

Desserts. See delectable desserts

of every fashion, all captured in

paintings and scupture in this exhibit

at Folsoms Gallery at 48 Natoma

featuring oil paintings by Kit Night,

acrylic paintings by Susan Ballenger,

and ceramic sculptures by Jeff

Nebeker. For more details, call 916-

355-7285.


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Its time to gear up for a month full

of holiday events office luncheons,

dinner parties and gift exchanges, oh

my! When all the merriment and shop-

ping takes its toll, you may experience

these common holiday hangovers. Here

are a few suggested cures.

A POUNDING HEADACHE is one of

the most common symptoms after a hol-

iday party. For trusted advice, we turned

to Dr. Michele Raithel with Revolutions

Natural Medical Solutions in Folsom. Dr.

Raithel is trained in natural therapeutics

and the practice of alternative medicine.

The best medicine for over-indulgence

is planning, she says. If you know that

you are going to enjoy a few cocktails

and you want to avoid the inevitable

headache, load up on the necessary co-

factors for the metabolism of alcohol. A

detox shot including [vitamins] B12, B

complex, thiamine, and a homeopathic

to flush out the toxins is adequate.

NAUSEA occurs when alcohol irri-

tates your stomach lining. Dr. Oz au-

thor, heart surgeon and host of The Dr.

Oz Show says your best bet for nau-

sea is cooked eggs, which are high in

cysteine, an amino acid that helps your

body process the toxins in alcohol. You

might also try drinking a fruit smoothie

to increase your blood sugar and replen-

ish one or two nutrients that were likely

lost the previous night.

EATING TOO MUCH RICH FOOD

can also make you feel sick. If you dont

normally eat heavy sauces, gravies or

butter-laden foods, your body isnt used

to processing them. Eating rich foods

is a temptation that most people cant

resist during the holidays, Dr. Raithel

acknowledges. If you do end up with a

miserably full stomach, a good enzyme

supplement with a well-rounded group-

ing of digestive enzymes will help break

things down faster.

EMOTIONAL STRESS is, unfortu-

nately, a big part of the holiday rush.

An important thing to remember, says

Dr. Raithel, is that the goodwill of the

holiday season can only be shared if you

are being good to yourself first. Make

holiday choices that will make you smile

every time you think of them, she says.

Random acts of kindness are a good

start. When I am stressed out on a shop-

ping day I like to leave an extra $5 with

the hangoverCare for Post-Holiday Recovery

by Janet Scherr

Before its all about him,we make it

With Marshall Medical Center, moms-to-be can

expect personalized prenatal care by board certified

physicians focused on a healthy pregnancy and safe

delivery for mom and child.

Opening this fall, the new Birth Center at Marshall Hospital in Placerville will

feature all-private suites equipped with

whirlpool tubs, flat screen TVs with

DVD and wi-fi capabilities. The newest,

most modern amenities in comfort

and medical technology await

families in El Dorado County.

For more information and to find an

obstetrician affiliated with Marshall Medical

Center, visit marshallmedical.org

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person who looks like

they need a smile.

SLEEP DEPRIVA-

TION is a problem for

many when their holiday

schedule involves long

to-do lists and late night

parties. Stick to your

regular schedule if at all

possible, including sleep/

wake and meal times. Ex-

periment with a few dif-

ferent ways to relax in

the evening and promote

sleep, such as listening to

soothing music instead

of watching action-ori-

ented TV shows, soak-

ing in a warm bath with

aromatic oils (lavender

and rose scents are good

choices), or relaxing with

your favorite book and a

cup of chamomile tea.

Before its all about him,we make it

With Marshall Medical Center, moms-to-be can

expect personalized prenatal care by board certified

physicians focused on a healthy pregnancy and safe

delivery for mom and child.

Opening this fall, the new Birth Center at Marshall Hospital in Placerville will

feature all-private suites equipped with

whirlpool tubs, flat screen TVs with

DVD and wi-fi capabilities. The newest,

most modern amenities in comfort

and medical technology await

families in El Dorado County.

For more information and to find an

obstetrician affiliated with Marshall Medical

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explains. According to Zimmerman, this

practice allows them to move away from

set computer labs to mobile labs, which

she believes will become more common

for completing daily schoolwork. In ad-

dition, she says using mobile devices at

school will help students learn new pro-

grams and tools they need to manage

what they learn. That training in itself, that

skill, is something we really want to try and

mirror, she adds.

2. GET SMART (BOARDS)To make learning more interactive, core

curriculum classrooms in El Dorado Union

High School District are now using Smart

Nowadays, using technology has

become as commonplace as

brushing your teeth, so it was just

a matter of time before it became part of

the classroom. Heres a look at how some

area high schools are integrating technol-

ogy into their curriculum.

1. PERSONALIZE ITAt Oakmont High School in Roseville,

some classes require students to bring

in a personal device such as a smart-

phone or tablet to use in class, says As-

sistant Principal Andrea Zimmerman. The

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assistant superintendent of educational

services. Moore says the Smart Boards

are basically touch-screen whiteboards

where teachers can touch, grab, highlight

and move information around. He says

this type of device makes presentations of

curriculum more dynamic and engaging.

If a student is learning something new,

the more visually captivating it can be,

the more likely theyre going to be

focused, paying attention and retaining

the informationso it really adds to more

quality presentations, he says.

3. READ IT ONLINETo help keep students backpacks at a

reasonable weight, some classes now

not only have a physical textbook, but

also an online version of the book that

students can access from a personal

device. They really dont have to bring

their book home as long as they have a

device where they can access it, Moore

says. But because not everybody has

that, we still provide the students with a

book. This technology through the book

publisher also provides a portal students

can log into for teacher assignments, ed-

ucational videos, quizzes and more. Our

belief is that by providing students with

the ability to access the information, to

be engaged and check for understand-

ing, theyre going to end up learning the

information they need more effectively,

Moore says.

4. TEACH THE TEACHERSOne important aspect of using new

technology in the classroom is its not

just a learning experience for students

teachers are also getting schooled. At

Oakmont High School, a group of about

20 teachers meet once a month to look

at how the iPad can be used in the class-

room. Zimmerman says the group shares

details and gets training on different ap-

plications to help be more efficient in

using the new tools for different subject

areas. As well, the schools librarian is

keeping a Wiki of the best practices the

group discovers for all to learn from. Zim-

merman adds: Im really proud that our

teachers are moving forward and looking

for all kinds of innovative ways to use new

and varying technologies.


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ourkids

Oftentimes, this sum can help boost a

microentreprenuers income from $1-$2

a day to $2-$4, elaborates Sansone. For

female borrowers in particular, this can

mean better health care for their fami-

lies and education for their kids, helping

keep them in the classroom and off the

family farm.

Significantly, the foundation does

not target Whole Foods Market growers

or suppliers in target communities, but

rather their poorest citizens. In 2011, it

surpassed its goal of assisting 1 million

people; estimates have this number

surging to 1.5 million by years end. To

date, weve authorized more than $32

million and disbursed more than $20

million through microlending partners

worldwide, Sansone says. Thats a lot

of change!

Actively supporting the foundation lo-

cally are Whole Foods Markets in Roseville

and Folsom. In Roseville, says Marketing

& Community Relations Team Leader Jill

Miller, Our very own team members par-

ticipate in a payroll deduction program

to benefit the nonprofit. Last year, with

the help of our gracious customers, the

first annual Whole Planet Foundation

Gala raised more than $30,000! Adds

Millers counterpart in Folsom, Ciara Glass,

Last year, we hosted a silent art auction

at Folsom Lake Colleges Three Stages.

We also have register programs where

customers are able to round up their

change and/or donate five cents to the

foundation if they bring in reusable bags.

Cash donations are also accepted at both

locations, and customers who purchase

Whole Trade Guarantee products are as-

sured that one percent of every sale goes

straight back to the foundation.

The next Whole Planet Foundation Gala

will be held this spring (look for details

soon). For more information, visit whole-

planetfoundation.org.

and executive director. Individuals with

access to capital to start their own

businesses spark change that allows the

working poor to become entrepreneurs

and alter their personal circumstances

through hard work and ingenuity. In

turn, the community as a whole is more

sustainable and prosperous.

Remarkably, sometimes its the small-

est, most seemingly insignificant mi-

croloans like $25 for a sewing machine

to make clothes, or a goat to launch a

dairy business that can make the big-

gest difference in the developing world.

For 25-year-old Lourdes, a single

mom and general store owner in

Paraguay, the future wasnt always

so promising. Like so many in her country,

she grew up poor. Losing her father at

12, Lourdes left rural surrounds for the

city; there she found work as a housemaid

and dreamt of a self-sustaining tomorrow.

Today, with the help of a $40 microloan a

financial advance offered to impoverished

borrowers to help finance self-employ-

ment projects that requires no collateral

not only does she have her own store,

but plans to add a restaurant too.

Helping foster micro-entrepreneurship

is Whole Planet Foundation (WPF).

Established by Whole Foods Market

heavily committed to giving back to the

communities in which it does business

the private, nonprofit organization helps

alleviate poverty throughout the world by

providing grants or zero-percent interest

local currency loans to microfinance

institutions in communities where Whole

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Miss KPK used her microloan to start a motorcycle repair shop in Sri Lanka


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in Roseville holds a food drive every year.

Her children decorate a cardboard box,

invite friends to drop off canned goods

and deliver the donations to a food bank.

This is a way I am able to instill in my chil-

dren the importance of helping others,

Lomax says. Its never too late to help.

A few years ago, Pat Rogers of Folsom

called the Salvation Army four days before

Christmas and was able to sort toys for

needy children.

3. START A HOLIDAY TRADITIONGerry Cutler of Folsom created a trea-

sured family history with tree ornaments.

Every Christmas, she looked for orna-

ments that celebrated family members

milestones. The decorated trees became

displays of their happiest moments, and

Cutlers two grown daughters now have

ornaments for their own family histories.

Another kin preserves memories with

Christmas lists. Opt out of online wish

lists and have your children write and

decorate their own. Encourage them to

dream even if getting their most-desired

gifts is a long shot. Years later, these lists

If youve found yourself in past years feel-

ing more disenchanted than merry as

you put away your holiday decorations,

maybe its time to re-imagine your family

celebration. Here are a few ideas for re-

ducing the holiday stress and increasing

the joy.

1. KEEP IT SIMPLE You dont have to live up to a storybook

ideal of the perfect holiday. Michelle Law-

son of Roseville saves extended-family

get-togethers for New Years Day so her

own family can spend a relaxed holiday at

home. They start Christmas Eve with new

pajamas for everyone and stay in them

pretty much all day, dine on a pre-made

meal, and enjoy their new toys and a holi-

day movie. If you prefer a traditional din-

ner, everyday dishes and even paper plates

have become respectable dining ware.

Hand-washing fine china isnt anyones

preferred way to spend a holiday.

2. HELP OTHERS Its easy to get so wrapped up in buying

gifts that you forget many families cant af-

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4. DONT FORGET FUNLawson throws Santa parties in her garage

with the jolly old gentleman handing out

gifts the parents secretly provide. Other

families make cookies from Grandmothers

recipe and deliver them to neighbors, act

out The Night Before Christmas, or drive or

walk to see Christmas lights. In one family,

the women do lunch in lieu of exchang-

ing gifts. Suspending tradition can liven

up a holiday, too. See a new play rather

than The Nutcracker. Stop trying to pose

excited kids and take action shots of them

instead.

5. STRIVE FOR MODERATIONKaren Harvey, CEC, a Folsom life coach,

counsels her clients to do only what they

must and skip or delegate the rest. There

are no rules, she says: Its okay to bake

fewer cookies, put fewer ornaments on the

tree or say no to invitations.

Maybe this year, when the holidays are

over, what youll remember as you pack

away those decorations is a month of joy

and even peace.


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wall-to-wall appealThe Return of Wallpaper

by Darren Elms

Printed, patterned, textured, bold or subtle wallpaper is back and better than

ever. If your most recent impression of the popular wall covering dates back to

a faded floral peeling off Grandmas powder room, time to update your outlook.

Wallpaper, applied with skill and creativity, can help transform a ho-hum room into an

eye-catching designers dream. Also, advances such as nontoxic inks, soy-based coatings,

washability and UV resistance are adding to its overall desirability. But before you grab a

roll, a bucket of paste and a ladder, check out these tips from local designers who know

a thing or two about wallpaper etiquette.

ADD COLOR AND TEXTURE WITHOUT PAINT Wallpaper is making a comeback due

to its design and visual interest, as well

as the splash of color it brings to any

space, says Katherine Kawaguchi of

Guchi Interior Design. Wallpaper is re-

petitive patterns or textures with repeats

of up to 36, so keep those measurements

in mind when planning out your project.

What kinds of patterns are in these

days? Depending on your style, youll find

papers that range from natural tones and

textures, to shiny metallics and big pat-

tern motifs. Wallpaper is definitely going

more modern these days, says Destiny

Weideman of Destiny Designs. Fun, large

patterns tend to make a statement.

MIX AND MATCH PAPERSWallpaper is a great option to the owner

with instinct and vision. There needs

to be something that ties the papers

together, as well as colors that work,

Weideman says. Perhaps using a larger

pattern with a unique design [on one

wall] and a smaller, simpler pattern [on

another]. Kawaguchi recently installed

textured paper with soft metallic under-

tones in a cathedral ceiling area and a soft

metallic pattern in the bathroom vanity

and one wall in the water closet to tie the

look together.

HIRE A PROFESSIONALBoth designers concur that rather than

attempting a DIY with tricky wallpaper

its best to bring in an expert. Many ho-

meowners think hanging paper is rela-

tively easy...well, so is laying carpet or tile

or even hardwood, Kawaguchi notes. A

professional installation will insure proper

adhesive and tools, perfect project room

temperature, correct sizing, booking

time and installation methods, equaling

a quality and professional look. Adds

Weideman, Its a messy job and there

can be a lot of wall prep involved. It takes

little time for a professional and its worth

the cost.

CONSIDER YOUR BUDGETUnlike a coat or two of paint, installing

wallpaper can be pricey. Therefore, you

might want to limit your wallpaper ad-

dition to one focus wall for dramatic ef-

fect. In many cases, less is more and a

touch here and there shows you are in

sync with current trends in home interi-

ors, Kawaguchi says. Find a focal point

in your desired room and pick a paper

that complements or contrasts with the

paint color of the other walls, the floor-

ing and style of your furniture. Confirms

Weideman: This helps create a unique

space but not an expensive one.


The Gift Guide

StyleS 2012 Wish LisT

Compiled by Jamila B. Khan

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cant ThinK of WhaT To geT half the people on your holiday gift list? Take a little solace this month with Styles annual holiday wish list, a guide to gifting and passport to

painless shopping. Many of our suggestions can be found locally, making travel time for

your sleigh minimal. on your mark, get set, go shopping!



MoMMy Mixology: A CoCktAil for EvEry CAlAMity by Janet frongillo, $14.50 at amazon.com.

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MMS CryStAl fringE PurSE$61 at Grapes and ivy, 929 sutter street,

folsom, 916-294-9746.

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rAz iMPortS ltd. HolidAy lAntErn in rEd, $38, and

goldEn glittEr flAMElESS CAndlE,$14, at Not too Shabby, 729 sutter street,

folsom. 916-985-8979, nottooshabbyshop.com.

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rEEM ACrA EAu dE PArfuMstarting at $90 at

saksfifthavenue.com.

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CliEnt APPrECiAtion HolidAy gift BAgS for HEr

$42 at Brockway Hair design, 2784 east Bidwell street, folsom, 916 984-6330; 3919 Park Drive, el Dorado hills,

916-939-0379; 2121 golden Centre Lane, gold River,916-631-4311, brockwayhairdesign.net.

notE: includes $35 Brockway gift Certificate, Eyebrow Wax and Arch, $10 retail Certificate, Wella or Sebastian

Shampoo, Conditioner, Styling aid or treatment, $10 Salon Service Certificate and $25 glazing Service.

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BirCHBox SuBSCriPtion$10/month or 3-, 6- and 12-month gifts at

birchbox.com. >


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tEArdroP HooP dAnglES ByMEndoCruz ArtiSAn JEWElry

$55 at mendocruz.com.

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PArk AvEnuE PrinCESS nutCrACkEr

$40 at Pier 1 2775 east Bidwell street, folsom.

916-984-0766, pier1.com.

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ClAriSoniC MiA$119 at Asante Spa

530 Post Court,el Dorado hills. 916-933-8905,

asantespaedh.com.>

2012 WishLisT


AQ Audio SMArtSPEAkEr$575 for 4-Pack at aqaudio.com.

tWo door CinEMA CluB: BEACon

$10.99 at dimple Records313 east Bidwell street, folsom.

916-983-2600, dimple.com.

vintAgE glASS dECAntErS

$34 each at Not too Shabby

729 sutter streetfolsom. 916-985-8979,

nottooshabbyshop.com.

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CliEnt APPrECiAtion HolidAy gift BAgS for HiM$28 at Brockway Hair design, 2784 east Bidwell street,

folsom, 916 984-6330; 3919 Park Drive,el Dorado hills, 916-939-0379; 2121 golden Centre Lane,

gold River, 916-631-4311, brockwayhairdesign.net.notE: includes $20 Brockway gift Certificate,

$10 retail Certificate, $30 redken for Men Camo or demi-Color Service, and redken for Men Shampoo,

Conditioner or Styling Aid.

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WM. J. MillS & Co. SEA AnCHor SEriES

ClASSiC duCk duffElstarting at $136 at

shop.millscanvas.com.

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2012 WishLisT

Brooklyn BrEW SHoP EvErydAy iPA BEEr MAking kit

$40 at brooklynbrewshop.com.


WAkE uP Work out AlArM CloCk$29.95 at gadgetsandgear.com.

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for

HiM

yon-kA nutri CrEME$45 at Asante Spa

530 Post Court, el Dorado hills. 916-933-8905,

asantespaedh.com.

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trEk MAdonE 2.1$1,400 at town Center Bike & tri

4420 Town Center Boulevard, suite 150,el Dorado hills. 916-941-0900,

tcbikeandtri.com.

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BillABong WovEn SHirt

$30 at Pacific Swag8741 auburn folsom

Road, granite Bay. 916-797-1151,

pacificswag.com.

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for

tHe lil oNeS

WEndy AddiSon EiffEl toWEr CHriStMAS ornAMEnt

$18 at Not too Shabby, 729 sutter street,folsom. 916-985-8979,

nottooshabbyshop.com.

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littlE girAffE luxE Mini BlAnkEt$62 at Posh Punkins, 4356 Town Center

Boulevard, suite 120, el Dorado hills. 916-939-9500, shopposhpunkins.com.

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lE toP BoyS BoMBEr JACkEt in 2t,

$54.95, and 4HoPE HAndMAdE nECklACE, $25.95, and BrACElEt, $13.95 (all proceeds of 4hope jew-

elry sales go directly to folsom charities and nonprofits), at Starlight Starbright, 2780 east Bidwell street,

suite 300, folsom. 916-983-9977, shopstarlightstarbright.com.

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BABy SHErPA BACk PACk diAPEr BAg$89 at babysherpa.com.

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dr. drEAdful AliEn AutoPSy PlAySEt

$24.88 at Walmart, 1018 Riley street, folsom. 916-983-1090, walmart.com.

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tHE divinErS By liBBA BrAy, $19.99and tHE rAvEn BoyS

By MAggiE StiffvAtEr, $18.99 at face in a Book

4359 Town Center Boulevard, suite 113, el Dorado hills.

916-941-9401,getyourfaceinabook.com.


for

teeNS & tWeeNS

CrEAtivE Co-oP you MuSt not CorAl PlAQuE

$30 at Not too Shabby729 sutter street, folsom.

916-985-8979, nottooshabbyshop.com.>

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nBA 2k13 (for xBox 360 or PlAyStAtion 3)$59.99 at GameStop2779 east Bidwell street, suite 100,folsom. 916-984-6397, gamestop.com.

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MuPPEtS: tHE grEEn AlBuM$13.99 at target, 4400 Town Center

Boulevard, el Dorado hills. 916-605-0184, target.com.

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lEd gloW CHESS SEt$79.95 at gadgetsandgear.com.

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WillA nAturAlS SMilE SHiMMEr liP goSS (in Watermelon, Mint and Mandarin), $6.50 each at

willaskincare.com.

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>CirClE y grAnd fAllS SAddlE,

$642.98, and rEd HAutE HorSE HAltEr, $34.99, at

double diamond tack & feed, 692 Pleasant

Valley Road, Diamond springs. 530-622-4001,

ddtack.com.


for

PetS & Pet loveRS

kyJEn HolidAy CollArstarting at $5.99 at Bark Avenue, 4311 Town Center Boulevard, suite 420, el Dorado hills. 916-941-7400, barkavenueca.com.

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orBEE-tuff SnoWBAll$9.95 at

planetdog.com.

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SAfE MAdE SAfESErvE trEAt trAy (ASSortEd dESignS),

$6.99 each, and PluSH PuPPiES HolidAy

PEt rEindEEr AntlErS, $5.99,

at Sbarkles, 850 east Bidwell street,

suite 150, folsom. 916-984-0102,sbarkles.com.

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nAtionAl gEogrAPHiC PEtS EyE viEW CAMErA

$40 at fredflare.com.

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CAtS MEoW CAtniP SlEEPing And PlAy MAt, $16.88, and zAniES CHriStMAS trEE tEASEr,

$6.88, at togs for dogs and Cats too!, 330 green Valley Road, el Dorado hills. 916-939-3884, togsfor-

dogsandcatstoo.com.

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i SEE SPot vESt, $21.99, and i SEE SPot drESS, $28.99, at the doggie Bag Bakery & Boutique, 6881 Douglas

Boulevard, granite Bay. 916-786-9663, thedoggiebag.com.

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for

foodieS

ouCH voodoo Cutting BoArd

$24 at fredflare.com.

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rEd Bird CookiE JAr$29.95 at Pier 1, 2775 east Bidwell street, folsom. 916-984-0766, pier1.com.

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CHoColAtE Mint CuPCAkE,$2.75, rEd vElvEt PoP, $3,

and PECAn PiE, $3, at icing on the Cupcake, 2779 east Bidwell street, folsom. 916-984-9300,

icingonthecupcake.com.

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SuttEr ButtES Sun-driEd toMAto & olivE tAPEnAdE

$8.95, and SArAHS tuSCAn SEA SAlt, $6.75, at Sellands Market Caf 4370 Town Center Boulevard, suite

120, el Dorado hills. 916-932-5025, sellands.com.

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totAlly BAMBoo SAlAd HAndS$19.99 at Nugget Market, 4500 Post street, el Dorado hills. 916-933-1433,

nuggetmarket.com.

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CuiSinArt SMArtStiCk HAnd BlEndEr

$59.95 at cuisinart.com.

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tAStE of trEME: CrEolE, And Soul food froM nEW orlEAnS fAMouS nEigHBorHood of JAzz By todd-MiCHAEl St. PiErrE $14.93 at barnesandnoble.com.

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EPPA SuPErfruit SAngriA$12.99 at Whole foods Market, 270 Palladio Parkway, folsom. 916-984-8500,

wholefoodsmarket.com.

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2012 WishLisT


StoCkiNG StuffeRS

WEllA rEdkEn & SEBAStiAn HolidAy trAvEl PACkS

$2.25 at Brockway Hair design, 2784 east Bidwell street, folsom, 916 984-6330; 3919 Park Drive,

el Dorado hills, 916-939-0379; 2121 golden Centre Lane, gold River, 916-631-4311,

brockwayhairdesign.net.

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littlE BlACk BAg Egift CArd

starting at $59.95 at littleblackbag.com.

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zAniES CAndy CAnE MiCE$1.88 at togs for dogs

and Cats too! 330 green Valley Road,

el Dorado hills. 916-939-3884,

togsfordogsandcatstoo.com.

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BoWErS & WilkinS C5 in-EAr HEAdPHonES$179.98 at Best Buy2445 iron Point Road, folsom. 916-817-2115, bestbuy.com.

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tylEr CAndlE CoMPAny divA

22 oz., $21, and CrEAtivE Co-oP

1 MEtAl Bird MAgnEtS on BoArd, $12, at Grapes and ivy,

929 sutter street, folsom, 916-294-9746.

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>yuMMy BrEAkfASt & dESSErt kEyCHAinS $4.95 each at kidrobot.com.

tHE fACEBook diEt: 50 funny SignS of fACEBook AddiCtion And WAyS to unPlug WitH A tECH-dEtox By gEMini AdAMS$8.99 at amazon.com.

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Attract new clients and highlight your salons or spas specialties (or you as a stylist!) this holiday season by advertising in the areas #1 community magazines. Readers will know who they can trust for quality year-round services, as well as for holiday pampering and gifts for friends. Your business profile will be highlighted in our full color, high quality publication. This complete turnkey marketing solution in our special advertising section allows you to put your best face forward and remind Style readers how you make clients look and feel great. Dont miss this once-a-year opportunity to be included with the most luxurious spas and salons in the region.

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Master Designer & ColoristThinning Hair SpecialistInternational Trainer & Lecturer

Over 35 years of industry experience has taken Linda from owning her own salon to sharing her expertise and knowledge of hair & skin biology, hair cutting, color, texture perms and Art Principles of Design with Stylists throughout the world. You too now can benefit from her hair mastery! Linda is accepting clients at ANEW YOU Salon at 49 Natoma St, Suite G, Folsom, CA. In her captivating and charismatic way, you will experience a: Comprehensive Consultation to discover your desiresPersonalize plan to maximize your natural beauty Along with impeccable Customer Service

As the areas Hair & Scalp Specialist, Linda will show you how to take charge of your hairs styling concerns and give you continued support in the evolution of the NEW YOU! Lindas exceptional knowledge, skills, service and chair-side manner has led many of her clients to comment, Where have you been all my life?

ANEW YOU by Linda Clifford49 Natoma St., Ste. G | Folsom916-337-2851www.lindaclifford4anewu.comlindanclifford@comcast.netAvailable Tues.-Sat. by appt. only

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

Atrium remains distinguished by its amenities and menu of

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

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

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Ensconced within the stradas and

trellises of Folsoms Palladio at

Broadstone, Chops is approach-

able for those desirous of an upscale eve-

ning or simply dinner and a movie at the

theaters next door.

Those familiar with the companys

downtown Sacramento location would be

mistaken to expect a cookie-cutter replica;

this incarnation has a personality distinctly

its own. The interior design is a seamless

mix of classic contemporary, radiating

warmth with lush red booths, dark wood

and glowing fireplaces. Modern accents

such as the exposed ceiling, mirrored walls

and glass ball pendant lighting add depth

and an urban pop.

Our well-storied server regaled us with

anecdotes of his Tahoe past, waiting on

the likes of Frank Sinatra the exact atmo-

sphere that any good steakhouse should

invoke. We chatted some more as our Thai

Beef Skewers with Asian slaw and pea-

nut sauce arrived; it was starting to get

packed in the backlit bar as

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