Granite Bay View - August 2009

THE LIFE MAGAZINE OF GRANITE BAY • AUGUST 2009

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A VIEW INSIDE IN THIS ISSUE:

Pure water flowing in Granite Bay Page 4

Eureka School District principals offer advice to start the school year right Page 8

On the cover: Olympus Junior High School Principal Kelly Graham and Excelsior Elementary School Principal Diane Duncan pose for a photo in the Olympus School library.

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The calendar says August and that means back to school. No, it can’t be. I always thought students didn’t go back to school until the day after Labor Day. I guess those days are gone because I know in just a days the parking lot at Granite Bay High School will be full and the traffic on East Roseville Parkway will be congested during the morning and afternoon hours. At least the students in the elementary schools still have a few more weeks of summer bliss. It seems like yesterday when my own two daughters lived at home and we all enjoyed our summer breaks, even though it felt like each season was shorter and shorter. I remember the thrill they had shopping for school supplies, buying new backpacks, notebooks and folders. Finding that perfect lunchbox with “Little Mermaid” or “Beauty and the Beast” and the matching thermos made the day complete.

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Calendar Page 11

Back-to-school countdown Page 14

Weekend getaways Page 20

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I also recall both of them waiting in anticipation for the day before school when we’d go to their school campus to see which teacher they would have, and the most important part, checking the student list to see how many friends would be in their class. Even though we don’t have those same end-of-summer rituals anymore at our house, I know the process continues for many families in our community.

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In this issue we’ve dedicated several stories to helping Granite Bay families make that first day go smooth for parents and children alike. Check out page 8 for the suggestions our local principals have for emotionally preparing the children as well as the parents for that next grade level and all the milestones that go with it. Page 14 offers a practical guide for ways to make that all-important first day the best ever. Just by planning ahead, having the lunches made and clothes for the day picked out, stress levels for both parent and child can be lessened. For those readers who may not be concerned with backto-school issues, our August edition also features a story on page 20 about some nearby getaways that won’t use all your gas or your budget. So before all the homework, book reports and parentteacher conferences begin, I hope you enjoy reading this latest edition of Granite Bay View.

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Water device splits molecules for good health Called ‘Miracle Water’ by the Japanese, filter gaining ground at home BY EILEEN WILSON GRANITE BAY VIEW

Water, water everywhere nor any drop to drink. Gail Rainwater is a firm believer in “you are what you drink.” Unfortunately, according to Rainwater, what comes out of the tap isn’t always what’s right for a healthy body. Enter Kangen Water, a company that has enjoyed success for 34 years in Japan, but is fairly new on the scene in the United States. Kangen, pronounced con gon, means “return to the origin.” Kangen is a device that filters water, to be sure, but it’s much more than a mere water filter according to Rainwater. Attached to your sink, the device creates an electrolysis process, which splits the H 2O molecules in half, creating negative ions. In other words, it separates the water into an acidic molecule, which is ideal for cleaning purposes, and an alkaline molecule, which means healthier drinking water said Rainwater. Rainwater said she became interested in the device while suffering from health problems. “Somebody brought over this container of water for us to try. I have arthritis in my knee and lower back,” she said. “I started drinking the water and I found I was able to go up and down the stairs more easily. When we ran out of the water, the problems came right back, so we went and bought a machine.” Rainwater was excited about the idea of helping others, and decided to become a representative for Kangen water herself. “It’s my goal just to educate people. Lots of people with health problems want to just take a pill,” she said. “When I hurt my knee, my doctor just said, ‘here’s an anti-inflammatory, here’s some pain pills. There’s nothing we can do.”

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Gail Rainwater demonstrates the Kangen water system that she says splits water molecules in half, which provides a clean, clear taste.

“Once people start feeling better after drinking the water, they really want to get educated about health and change their lifestyles.” Gail Rainwater, Kangen Water representative

But Rainwater didn’t accept the doctor’s diagnosis. She thinks people are becoming more aware of being green – of not using chemicals in their bodies, and outside as well. “I want to share with people who are more attuned to homeopathic remedies,” she said. “Once people start feeling better after drinking the water, they really want to get educated about health and change their lifestyles.” Candi Lozano, a Roseville

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resident who has been using the Kangen water device for almost a year, couldn’t agree more completely. “I tried the water at Gail’s house, and it helped the very first day with my allergies. After a week of drinking the water, I had no allergies at all,” she said. In addition, Lozano credits the water for curing her of her migraine headaches she’d been suffering from since she was a child. “I said, I’m not having

headaches anymore, wow.” She saved her pennies and bought a Kangen device as soon as she could. “I couldn’t live without it,” she said. “When I go out to a restaurant, I bring my own little bottle of water. I won’t even touch any other water.” In addition, Lozano said the water has helped her family dog, an Akita, with chronic hip problems and arthritis. The machine has several settings for different acid or alkaline levels in the water. While water with a high level of acidity isn’t considered optimal drinking water, the acidity is preferred for cleaning and killing viruses and bacteria on surfaces. “Strong-acid water kills salmonella, e-coli, HIV virus and just a wealth of bacteria and

“I couldn’t live without it. When I go out to a restaurant, I bring my own little bottle of water. I won’t even touch any other water.” Candi Lozano, Roseville resident and Kangen owner

germs,” Rainwater said. “In hospitals this (water) is all they use to wash hands before surgery, and also to sterilize equipment.” According to Rainwater, the Kangen system is used in one out of five homes in Japan, and is used extensively in restaurants, schools, and other institutions. She said the Japanese consider the treated H 20 “miracle water.”

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also offers burial expenses to families and provides an extensive network of resources. An advocate for families, Robyn Raphael of Roseville lost her 5-year-old son Keaton to cancer only eight months after his diagnosis in 1998. Shortly after Keaton’s death, Robyn began tirelessly working locally and eventually in Washington, D.C. to advocate childhood cancer research funding. To register for the tournament online, visit www.childcancer.org/chapters/roseville. The registration form can also be e-mailed to [email protected] or faxed to 7843384. For questions or additional information, please e-mail Kendall Burley at [email protected] or call 784-6786.

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Time to go back to school — are they ready? Administrators offer parents tips to help their children succeed BY EILEEN WILSON GRANITE BAY VIEW

Pencils and post-its have been purchased, backpacks and binder paper bought with care. But teachers and principals know that kids’ back-toschool readiness can’t be bought in any store. There are several ways parents can help kids do well in school. Principals from Eureka Union School District’s upper elementary and junior high schools were asked to share their secrets. “Fourth grade is a year of great significance. Students are transitioning from classsize reduction (20 students or fewer) to classes closer to 30,” said Ridgeview’s Principal, Patrice McCallum. “Students get less individual attention from teachers, and in fourth grade, students are transitioning from learning to read, to reading to learn.” Diane Duncan, principal at Excelsior agrees. “Students are used to receiving more attention from adults. It can be a difficult transition for parents to let go and let their child learn from mistakes,” she said. McCallum said the first step to help ease the transition from K-3 to upper grades is to visit the campus before the first day of school, attend the student/parent orientation, and attend the class assignment night. “Fourth grade is often a more difficult transition for the parents than it is for the students,” McCallum said, citing that fourth grade is an important time for kids to assume more responsibility. “Parents need to stay involved, but need to let their

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Excelsior Elementary School Principal Diane Duncan, left, and Kelly Graham, Olympus Junior High School principal offer tips to help students prepare for the new school year.

child revel in their successes so it is authentic success. They also need to let their child learn by mistakes,” she said. Duncan added kids will ultimately be more successful if parents allow them to take responsibility. The parents’ role can be to support the classroom teacher by enforcing

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school responsibilities and expectations at home. “In EUSD we are very fortunate to have supportive parents that get involved and ask thoughtful questions when they need clarification,” Duncan said. “I would say that keeping this positive focus is the keystone of success for our

children.” Though the principals encourage personal responsibility in students, they encourage parent involvement too. “We love and welcome parent involvement,” McCallum said. But she acknowledges it can be difficult for parents, espe-

cially with their oldest child, to know when or how to be involved. “When in doubt, ask the teacher or principal. We are here to help and assist parents,” she said. Jennifer Platt and Kelly Graham, principals of Cavitt and Olympus junior high schools, respectively, agree that student responsibility and parental involvement are important to a successful school career. “The main thing parents need to do is take an active role in their child’s education. Stay in contact with the school, teachers, and on top of grades and student organization,” Graham said. “But begin to allow kids to be responsible for their work and advocating for themselves with their teachers – this is an important skill that they will use their entire lives.” It can be a real balancing act, knowing how much parental involvement is best. “I think some parents think junior high is a time to let go, but parents, you still need to be checking grades, talking about friends – parents still need to be engaged,” Platt said. “We see a lot of families who get involved after the fact instead of having regular conversations over dinner.” Graham agrees involvement is important, but it’s possible for parents to be involved too much as well. “Sometimes, we, as parents tend to hover too closely, and get caught up in protecting our kids from the lessons they might learn through school,” he said. Platt feels there are several ways parents can help kids succeed in junior high. “Talk about the school handbook – the dress code and electronics policy,” she said. “Also, parents should be monitoring cell phone usage, texting and computer during the year, as well as getting to know friends, as junior high is a critical time to be around positive people. I think you have to recognize the child isn’t ready for

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Jennifer Platt, Cavitt Junior High School principal, said parents should stay involved with their children during the junior high school years.

full independence. Junior high is where you have to provide a structure that kids can have freedom within.” Another important way she said parents can help students succeed during their school careers is to support the school, by reinforcing school rules at home, and showing respect for kids’ teachers. “Kids can work through problems they may have in class by approaching the teacher on their own, with their parents’ help,” Platt said. “We need to teach kids how to approach their teachers respectfully.” In addition, children who are expected to follow the rules at home, will be more likely to follow rules at school. “The community needs to recognize that our rules are not intended to oppress – they’re intended to provide a struc-

ture, and that freedoms can be given within that structure. We have to run a safe and orderly environment, and protect your child, and 500 others as well,” Platt said. Duncan suggests the most important way parents can help their kids in school is by finding a way to stay involved, by volunteering. “It truly does take a village to raise our children, and by staying involved, we can continue to be partners with the same goal of raising strong citizens who can think critically and make good decisions,” Duncan said. The EUSD principals said they are looking forward to a great year, and welcoming all the children. They stressed the fun activities, not just school rules and policies, are what make the school year special.

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crab, and prawn cocktails, you can enjoy favorites such as prawn tacos, seafood Louie, and crab cakes. And no one gets disappointed here since both the New England and Manhattan style chowders are available along with the popular cioppino. Customize your order with a savory appetizer then move on to the entree selection, which comes with the signature Maddie’s Patties (twice baked potatoes with cheddar and touch of paprika) rice pilaf, or vegetables. Sip and savor a glass of light bodied Columbia Valley Organic Gewürztraminer or Toasted Head chardonnay which pair perfectly with your meal of oysters, mussel, or clams. And King salmon is in season along with the Alaskan halibut so go indulge before the fabulous Dungeness crab steals the show later this fall. But if you’re not in the mood for fish, chicken strips served with fries and Cole slaw should do the trick. Make your next event or celebration a success with Fins full service catering that covers everything from meat and pasta dishes to signature crab feeds with all the trimmings! Three convenient locations and all items are available to go.

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Quarry Ponds has become quite a destination place, and to no surprise. It has a local flavor all its own, from chic boutiques to prime entertainment and delicious dining. Restaurants here enjoy a tranquil waterfront setting which is both locally hard to match and hard to find. And in that special setting, Toast delivers a bounty of wonderful flavors with glistening pond views adding to the charm. Owners Lisa Powers and Walt Gebauer have enjoyed successful careers in the financial field and have taken on the challenge of restaurant ownership by opening Toast a couple of years ago. Lisa’s background in the food industry prior to her career ignited her passion and resulted in this new endeavor. Their focus on local produce is noted on the American Bistro menu, which blends uncomplicated flavors with moderate prices and results in a truly satisfying dining experience. If you have dined here before, you’ll want to come back to enjoy new favorites with each seasonal menu. Executive

Chef Luis Escorcia cooks with true gusto. He perfected his trade at the California Culinary Academy and he is quite a fan of Mediterranean cuisine, which draws inspiration from so many fresh ingredients. He turns out mouthwatering specialties including a daily soup special. Indulge your taste buds with the Vande Rose beef carpaccio topped with creamy Dijon mayonnaise, capers, arugula and shaved Parmesan cheese. Don’t miss the wildly delicious crispy Dungeness crab cakes served with a fragrant lemon butter sauce, which truly tops the list of specialties on this menu. The El Rio Botanical arugula salad crowned with fresh strawberries, a sprinkling of toasted almonds, and blue cheese tossed in balsamic vinaigrette is another great way to start your meal but you may also fall in love with the fresh heirloom tomato salad featuring cucumbers, onions, kalamata olives, watercress and feta. Meat lovers will savor the Vande Rose burger which is expertly prepared and served on ciabatta roll

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with pomme frittes. And the pan-roasted halibut with sweet corn risotto, arugula, red pepper romesco and micro greens is an outstanding seafood choice. Whether you make this your local destination for an enjoyable dining experience or a favorite spot for a quick meal this is the place where you’ll be comfortable in your suit or shorts which can take you from a special dinner to a simple breakfast meeting. Toast is open for breakfast daily so this is such a great spot to start your day with traditional Belgian waffles, eggs benedict, or something lighter. Invite your friends, order a bottle of wine and make it a real party! Sit on the outdoor patio overlooking the dance floor and learn to tango or lounge on the comfortable side patio and enjoy the tranquil pond setting. It doesn’t get any better. Here’s to you!

SATURDAY, AUG. 8 Take a trip to the Valhalla Gatsby Barbershop Festival from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in Stateline, Nev. with Roseville Parks and Recreation. Event features competing barbershop quartets and choruses performing all day. Cost: $69, $63 with resident discount. Info: 774-5950. Travel back in time on the Heritage Trail, Placer County’s museum tour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Sunday. A bus and van tour will depart daily from Auburn visiting museums in Auburn, Colfax, Forest Hill, Rocklin and Roseville, with a picnic stop each day. Participants may order a boxed lunch or bring their own picnic foods. Cost: $10 for bus tours and museum admissions are free. Info: (530) 8896500 or visit theheritagetrail.blogspot.com. Athletes vs. Cancer Celebrity golf invitational will begin with check-in at 9 a.m. at the Woodcreek Golf Club in Roseville.

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Celebrity pairings brunch will be held from 9-11 a.m., with an 11:30 a.m. shotgun start. Celebrities scheduled to appear include Chris Webber, Grant Hill, Baron Davis, Bill Cartwright and more. Info and tickets: athletesvscancer.com.

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Music in the Park free concert featuring Fontaine Dance and Grenade Jumper will begin at 6 p.m. at Royer Park, 190 Park Drive in Roseville. Info: RosevilleMusicInThePark.com.

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A car wash to benefit Granite Bay High School Emerald Brigade band and color guard will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Granite Bay Community Bank parking lot at Sierra College Blvd. and Douglas Blvd. Donation: $10.

Roseville author, R. S. “Pinky” Nielsen will be conducting a book signing 1-4 p.m. at Borders Books in Roseville for his newest book, “Imagination’s Journey,” a collection of poetry. The book contains 67 poems related to the holidays and various seasons, the sea and shore. Nielsen’s books are available at amazon.com.

Free Hatha yoga classes have returned to Quarry Ponds, every Saturday morning at 10 a.m. Location: Canopy Plaza at Quarry

Ponds, 5550 Douglas Blvd. in Granite Bay. Info: 213-4373. Kick up your heels to free tango lessons and dancing with lessons from 6-7 p.m. and Milonga tango dancing from 7-9:30 p.m. Wednesday nights at the Canopy Plaza in Quarry Ponds, 5550 Douglas Blvd. Info: quarryponds.com. Free dance party from 7:30-9:30 p.m. in the Canopy Plaza at Quarry Ponds will continue the 3rd Friday of every month, 5550 Douglas Blvd. in Granite Bay. Info: quarryponds.com.

AUG, 31 Tee Up To Cure Diabetes, Monday, Aug. 31 at Sierra View Country Club in Roseville. Registration for the golf tournament begins at 9 a.m. with a shotgun start at 10 a.m. Various events and contests will be held throughout the day with appetizers and cocktails served at 5 p.m. Auction items

Enjoy a movie in the park with friends and neighbors at 8:15 p.m. at Royer Park, 190 Park Drive in Roseville. Featuring the movie “Bolt.” Bring a lawn chair or sleeping bag, and pocket change to purchase popcorn, ice cream and drinks. Info: visit RCONA.org.

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A toothy touchdown Granite Bay dentists provide custom-fit mouth guards BY AMY HOLIDAY SPECIAL TO THE GRANITE BAY VIEW

A perfect smile is priceless. But so is a perfect touchdown in a high school football game, under the clouds of fluorescent lighting and community solidarity. And three local dental specialists are making sure a group of boys can get both – without compromising the aesthetic or athletic. As a gift from two Granite Bay dentists and one Antelope dental lab specialist, the Granite Bay High School freshman and varsity football teams recently received custom-fitted quality mouth guards at no

cost at all. Dr. Nader Zanzi of Advantage Dental Care and orthodontist Dr. Blain Jacobson of Jacobson Orthodontics teamed up with Dell Dahle of Fit Pro Mouth Guards to create about 115 mouth guards for the teams. “It’s a considerable time and effort investment for the office,” Zanzi said. “We had at one time 60 young athletes in the office for their impressions.” Unlike generic mouth guards, the pieces that Zanzi, Jacobson and Dahle created for the team are form-fitting

and allow the players to talk and breathe normally. They offer the most protection, Dahle said, because they adhere to all crevices of the bite and “minimize the shock of the collision.” According to the National Youth Sports Foundation for the Prevention of Athletic Injuries, victims of serious tooth damage may face lifetime dental costs of $10,000 $15,000 per tooth, hours in the dental office and a serious risk of developing periodontal disease. “It’s too late to deal with these injuries after they happen,” Zanzi said. “But if we can help prevent them, we’re more than happy to care of the team.” The importance of using a mouth guard that protects all surfaces of the teeth cannot be overstated, Jacobson said. “Everyone is learning about what quality dentistry can do for quality of life,” he said. Athletes interested in the free dental services visited Zanzi and Jacobson to get molds taken of their teeth and the impressions were sent to

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The Granite Bay High School freshman football poses with the newly-made custom mouth pieces provided by local Granite Bay dentists and an Antelope-based dental lab specialist. the Dahle’s lab. From there Dahle spent, from beginning to end, about 40 minutes on creating the actual mouth guard. Each student was provided with one mouth guard; if they wished to purchase an

additional, they could buy one at a discounted price of $12. “I’m just so impressed that they’re concerned with our boys’ health,” said GBHS Football Team and field support parent Teri Keeney, who has a

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Tips to make that first day of school a great one BY MEGAN WOOD GRANITE BAY VIEW

Summer days are coming to an end. Just when parents thought they couldn’t take another day of having the kids at home, it’s time to head back to school. Getting ready for a new school year can be easy and stress-free for kids and parents with a little guidance and preparation before the big day.

munity supplies for the classroom. Remember, many classrooms are desperate for paper towels and tissues by Christmas break. Go through your child’s school supplies from the previous year and reuse whenever possible. Get more bang from last year’s buck by re-using folders, binders and half-full notebooks.

CLOTHING 2 WEEKS BEFORE Shop for school supplies. Try to shop for supplies as early as possible to take advantage of back-to-school sales that can help reduce the cost of many essentials like notebooks and pencils. Many teachers will provide a list of required materials for each student as well as com-

Unless your school requires a uniform, back-to-school clothes shopping can cause headaches for families and their budgets. Go through your child’s dresser and closet and get rid of clothes that are ruined or no longer fit. Donate gently worn items to local charities like Salvation Army or ReNew boutique in Roseville. Pur-

chase the essentials during summer back-to-school sales taking into consideration clothing your child already has. Choose a special first day of school outfit with your child and make sure your child’s clothing complies with school dress code policies.

BACKPACK If a new backpack is in order this year, make sure lugging books and homework isn’t a pain in the back. Look for a backpack with wide, padded shoulder straps and a padded back. A backpack with an additional waist belt will help distribute weight more evenly, reducing shoulder strain. Bigger isn’t better when it comes to backpacks. Look for a small backpack that will suit your child’s needs and fit their

school supplies. Ideally, a backpack rests against the curve of the lower back and is no wider than the child’s torso. If a wheeled backpack is the route you choose, check with your school first. Backpacks on wheels, while easier on the back and shoulders, create tripping hazards and may not be allowed on some school campuses.

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later is a hard habit to break come school time. Get back into your family’s normal swing of things by reinstating early bedtimes and setting alarm clocks a week ahead of time. That way, come the first day of school 7 a..m. won’t seem quite

so early. If your child is just starting school or is attending a new school show them the way. Practice travel routes to and

from school if they are walking or biking or walk to the bus stop a few times before the big day. Sometimes school campuses are open the week leading up to the first day of school. The first day at a new school is especially unnerving so a tour of the campus without the excitement and chaos of other children may put backto-school jitters to rest. Make sure your child knows where their classroom and the nearest bathroom is located. If your child will be dealing with lockers, practice opening a locker at home with a combination lock or schedule a time when your child can find their new locker and practice at school.

THE NIGHT BEFORE The summer has ended and it’s back to hitting the books and making the grades. Do some prep work the night before and morning of the first day of school will run smoothly. Load up backpacks with the necessary school supplies. Label your child’s supplies with their name if necessary. Help your child lay out their first day of school outfit in their room. Cut off tags and remove stickers to avoid making a fashion faux pas during the morning rush.

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If your children are new to the school, take them there before the first day to show them the ropes, so the first day won’t be so overwhelming. Remember undergarments, socks and shoes. If your child will be brown bagging it on the first day, make lunch the night before. This is a habit that can also be continued throughout the year to relieve morning stress and ensure a healthy lunch. Finally, make sure the

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Evening of fun set to make Septmeber ‘Splash’ Would you like to attend a fun event that not only benefits the community, but also supports the arts and provides a unique taste of South Placer County restaurants, fine wines and breweries? Roseville’s biggest annual outdoor party, SPLASH 2009 will take place from 6:30-10:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12 at the Roseville Aquatics Complex, located at 3051 Woodcreek Oaks Blvd. A ticket to the 14th annual SPLASH event will once again provide each guest with a sampling of some of the local restaurants, caterers, wineries, breweries and artists that South Placer County has to offer. Everything is included in the ticket price. An estimated 35 restaurants and caterers, 15 wineries and 15 breweries will be among the tasting choices this year. Lovetrain, a high energy band, will provide musical entertainment and will be playing dance music throughout the evening.

For the 14th year, Roseville Chamber of Commerce is hosting SPLASH, an annual outdoor party that benefits Roseville City Parks and Recreation Department’s Program: Project Play (universally accessible playgrounds), and the Roseville Chamber of Commerce. COURTESY

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Revitalizing reading this summer with these tips Summer continues to be a fabulous time for revitalizing reading with wonderful energizing games, enticing themepacked activities and bonding as parent and child explore the world of print together. Delving into some projects, which incorporate reading is not only inspiring but helpful in promoting effective readers. With the child’s undivided attention, opportunities for success are heightened. Parents are instrumental in modeling good reading skills and expanding a child’s interest in learning.

COLLECT MATERIALS Visit the library for good books, which grab your child’s attention. Ask for the awardwinning Caldecott and Newberry book lists; discover what heightens your child’s interest. Roam the aisles in bookstores and investigate magazines like “Ladybug” for the younger set and “Highlights,” “Cricket” and “National Geographic Kids” for 7-10- yearolds; browse the shelves for learning games that vitalize important reading concepts.

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Parents are instrumental in modeling good reading skills and expanding a child’s interest in learning. Nights are very popular. Board games, in particular, develop vocabulary and other skills. Additionally, the child learns to follow rules, take turns and learn to be a good sport. The computer offers a gold mine of games and provides a fabulous resource for alphabet recognition, vocabulary development, comprehension, phonics skills, problem solving and poetry. Look at different school Web sites; examine sites teachers have originated, appropriately developed for your child’s ability and interest levels. See AgameAday.com and Puzzlemaker.com. Have your child develop a game, initiating the rules and teaching someone else to play.

A child becomes an adept reader by reading, reading and reading. Brainteasers develop vocabulary and refine spelling skills. Crossword puzzles, word search, hidden words, word mazes, word hunts, unscrambling words and rebus writing are memory boosters. Good selections are available at most bookstores or school supply stores For vocabulary, try a Web site on word for the day then print the word and discuss the word at the dinner table and again at breakfast time. Use the dictionary for word hunts, play word Bingo and make up sentences, adding another word each day from your child’s word collection. For a reading and writing activity, cut up comic strips. Have the child put the strips in order and rewrite the comic by using his own words. Use blank comic strips as well so your child can create his own cartoon.

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comfortable one-on-one time. Frame your remarks about the story in a neutral way, such as “That’s interesting. I wonder why he did that.” or “I wouldn’t have thought of that..” Ask the child what he would have done, accepting the answer, but not trying to correct.

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Have your child be the author and illustrator of books featuring diagraphs (i.e., voiceless st, sh, ch, th, etc.), blends (i.,e., voiced fl, bl, gr, sm, etc.) and rhyming words (i.e., plain and brain) and compound words (i.e., understand, into and something). Make up silly sentences and funny poems. Celebrate each success with an Author’s Night. Peruse the Web for excellent samples of poetry, such as Haiku and limericks.

FAMILY INVOLVEMENT Parents can share their love of reading with read-alouds. Stack up the pillows and enjoy

Get the neighborhood involved! Explore reading with treasure hunts (reading directions) and talent shows (recite a poem, play an instrument, teach a game, etc.). Enjoy sleepovers with moonlight mystery stories or have each child read his story under the stars by flashlight. Enjoy an outdoor movie and popcorn. Have fun as you continue to enjoy your summer! Sheri Hitchings is a Granite Bay resident and former educator, principal, educational consultant and student teacher supervisor committed to pursuing excellence in education.

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STEP 1: PAY ATTENTION Be aware of what and how much you eat. This simple concept will save you from hundreds upon hundreds of calories each week. Don’t eat while your attention is distracted. Only put food in your mouth when you are hungry and conscious of it. This means turn off the TV, get out of your car, and no matter what you do, don’t graze in the kitchen while cooking.

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anced diet filled with lean protein, whole grains, lots of veggies, a few daily servings of fruit and limited fat and sweets, your body will be satisfied and you’ll lose the urge to overeat. This means you shouldn’t always eat carb-based meals or high-fat meals. Make a mental checklist of the food groups that you’ve eaten each day. Did you eat lean protein? Did you have plenty of vegetables? Did you refrain from eating more than one or two primarily carb-based meals? This mental checklist will save you from making food decisions that you’d later regret.

STEP 3: BE TUNED IN Your body will always tell you when its hunger has been satisfied - you’ve just gotten so good at ignoring the signs that you barrel through your meal only to feel like you’ve been hit by a ton of bricks once all that food hits your stomach. It’s time to take a deep breath and listen to your body.

An important part of being tuned in is to eat slowly. Once you start to pay attention you’ll notice a point when each bite becomes less and less satisfying. That is your body’s way of letting you know that you’ve had enough and that each continued bite is simply overkill. You know that portions are now larger than ever. Do we really need to eat all of that food? Of course we don’t. It is time to release yourself from the obligation to eat every morsel on your plate. Start by always leaving one or two bites. Soon you will find that you naturally stop eating when you’re full – even if your plate isn’t empty. By learning how to control your eating habits, you’ll find weight loss to come simply and naturally. All information provided is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult your physician regarding information provided. Debra Skelton is a certified fitness consultant and a licensed nurse.

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The truly adventurous will enjoy a trip to Zip Line Adventure in Vallecito.

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continued from 21 you can visit caves, and all are in Calaveras and Amador counties. Gold Cliff Mine is for high adventure only, but you could do the other four familyoriented locations in one day.” For those who are seeking tamer thrills, Mrs. Grossman’s Sticker Factory is great fun. Located in the historic town of Petaluma, the factory offers weekday tours where visitors can see the world-famous stickers from idea stage, to the ready-to-be-stuck-on-schoolfolders-and-scrapbooks stage. The factory employs 90 people, and its high-speed printing presses can produce half a million stickers an hour. But the stickers aren’t the only stars on this factory tour. “What’s just as fun as the stickers, are all the dogs,” said Barbara Marino, communications director. “Andrea (Grossman) brought her dog, Angus to work, and realized, as the business got bigger, that employees should be able to bring their dogs too.” The results are quite furry. Dogs lie near masters, beneath desks, and in the case of the new Labradoodle pup, Sum-

mer, in enclosed play areas. Angus rarely makes an appearance at the factory anymore, preferring to hang out at home, but his son, Beau, is on the premises, and ready to greet visitors. Of course, the stickers are important too. “The kids have been raised with the stickers,” Marino said. “Kids get to see the business side of the stickers, how much goes in to making them, and they’re very surprised.” Marino loves watching the parents on tour as well. “Dads, in particular, enjoy seeing the level of sophistication and the level of technology — they think it’s pretty fascinating,” Marino said. “And it’s so charming to watch these moms too. When they look at the sticker museum, they remember where they were and what they were doing when a certain sticker came out. It’s a walk down memory lane.”

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Coyle takes college path to army Crohn’s With a military career in her sights, Granite Bay High School grad made first stop UCLA BY EILEEN WILSON GRANITE BAY VIEW

Fireworks displays are the perfect reminder of love for our country. But Amanda Coyle doesn’t need a red, white and blue reminder – she honors, serves, and yes, loves her country every day. Coyle, a 2005 Granite Bay High School graduate, is part of the United States Army’s ROTC program. ROTC, or Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, is considered by many as one of the best leadership courses in the country, and is part of her college curriculum. Coyle, who will graduate from UCLA this month with a classical history degree, always knew she wanted to be in the army, but didn’t really know the best path to get there. “I wanted to go to West Point since I was in fifth grade,” she said. Originally interested in medicine, her passion turned to law enforcement. It wasn’t until her school counselor told her about the ROTC program, and the opportunity to receive a full scholarship to UCLA, that she decided to earn her place in the armed services as an officer, a second lieutenant to be exact. “My four years at UCLA have been paid for – my books and my insurance too,” she said. She describes the program as comparable to being a fulltime athlete. Coyle has physical training each morning, in addition to field training, where she learns tactics and survival. She attributes the rigorous activity to keeping her in excellent physical condition and keeping her grounded. And yes, for those who are wondering, ROTC is very much like full-time boot camp, in Coyle’s opinion. “The more I found out about ROTC, the more it sounded like

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Granite Bay High School graduate Amanda Coyle receives the Selfless Service Award from Colonel David Kramer.

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Granite Bay High School graduate and ROTC cadet Amanda Coyle will graduate from UCLA later this month.

“Any parent would be worried, of course, but Amanda’s sense of duty to her country is so strong – all I can do is support her. I just have to say to myself, Thank God there are people like her.” Robin Coyle, Amanda’s mother

boot camp,” she said. “My mom said ‘if you think boot camp sounds like fun, then this is the place for you.’” Coyle isn’t alone. According to ROTC’s Web site, more than 20,000 cadets are enrolled in the program at any given time. The program has graduated notables like Colin Powell, former Secretary of State, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and Sam Walton, founder of Walmart. Though Coyle is one of approximately 4,000 females in the program, she has made a name for herself as the captain of her school’s Ranger Challenge Team, which she describes as ROTC’s version of a sports team where they compete with other schools in activities like making rope bridges, physical training tests, grenade throwing (an activity that she admits is nerve wracking), and more. In addition, Coyle was the only female to be invited to participate in both summer and winter Mountain Warfare schools – sessions in which

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students engage in rock climbing, first aid, ice climbing, and winter survival; skills which Coyle said are very applicable to the war going on in Afghanistan. “I was there with Special Forces guys and Rangers.” she said. “ Some people have actually gotten hypothermia in Afghanistan, so this is relevant training.” In addition to many ROTC accomplishments, Coyle was selected as this year’s recipient of the Selfless Service Award, an award, which is given to a UCLA ROTC student each year, and is named for Mark Daily, a program graduate who was killed in Iraq a few years ago. “Mark was an amazing person – an honors graduate,” Coyle said. “He was in the middle of a convoy and left his secure vehicle, to ride in an unsecured one. His last act was saving people.” Humbled, Coyle is honored to receive the award, and said she feels it is her responsibility to live up to Daily’s legacy, and to continue in the high stan-

dards that he set. “Mark Daily was seen as a hero in every sense of the word,” said John Segale, a Granite Bay resident, and friend of the Coyle family. “He put his life’s dreams on hold to serve his country and the Selfless Service Award was established as a legacy award to honor his memory and recognize outstanding young cadets who exemplify his honor, commitment, and selfless actions.” This fall, Coyle will leave her Southern California home of four years, and head to Oklahoma, Missouri, and Washington state for additional training, where she will attend SWAT school, rifle marksmanship and hand-to-hand combat training. When her training is complete, she will be a member of the military police – a position, which she says will allow her to “get the most action” in overseas deployment. Though worried, her mother, Robin Coyle, couldn’t be more proud. “Any parent would be worried, of course, but Amanda’s sense of duty to her country is so strong – all I can do is support her,” she said. I’m hoping for a deployment,” Amanda Coyle said. “I’ve now been doing this for four years – you can only prepare for so long. I’ve seen some of my friends deploy two times already. Mentally I’m ready.” Robin Coyle sums it up, neatly. “I just have to say to myself, Thank God there are people like her.”

walk raises $32,000 In the April Granite Bay View, readers were introduced to Alexander Marcoccia a 13-year-old who had been recognized as a local hero by the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America. On May 9, Alexander and his family attended the Take Steps for Crohn’s and Colitis Evening Walk in Sacramento, an event that raised funds and awareness for the incurDean Marcoccia able illnesses. Dean Marcoccia, Alexander’s father, was able to raise more than $32,000 in corporate sponsorships and helped fund a similar walk for the Los Angeles community. Funds raised at the walks go to support research and programs sponsored by the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation. Because of the Marcoccia’s efforts, May was recently named Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness month and more than 80 cities nationwide will participate in the Take Steps fundraiser. To participate in next year’s walk or to learn about how you can help , visit cctakesteps.org/sacramento.

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Immersion key for kids in Spanish learning class BY EILEEN WILSON GRANITE BAY VIEW

It’s back to school time, so let the fiesta begin. Sombrero Time, a Spanish immersion program in Granite Bay, is so fun for kids, according to owners Ruth and David Finsthwait, every day is a celebration. But learning Spanish isn’t all fun and games. It’s work too. Students learn to understand, speak, read and write Spanish – all with the goal of creating fluent Spanish- speaking kids, who will become global citizens. Ruth and David Finsthwait started the program in their own driveway two years ago, to answer a need that they said couldn’t be met in the community. “I was looking for a language program for my own kids,” Ruth Finsthwait said, “But I didn’t find a program that I thought was immersive – that would create functional language speakers.” Ruth has a bilingual teaching

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credential and a master’s degree in special education. She credits the STAR program for offering language instruction at area schools, but said the frequency of classes, and the fact that instruction isn’t immersive, meaning instructors use English, rather than Spanish, prohibits kids from becoming fluent. “I thought having Sombrero Time would be fun for my kids to learn with friends,” Ruth said. “I just put a big sign out and got eight to 10 neighborhood kids to come in the summer, three days a week.” When a neighbor asked Ruth to continue language instruction during the school year, a business was born. “We’re growing – and we’re really excited to be opening in

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Carol Brown, Sombrero Time instructor, conducts a lesson in Spanish to students participating in the Sombrero Time Spanish class. the Treelake Village Center, right next to Robeks,” Ruth said. Today, Ruth writes her own curriculum and oversees three teachers, who are all native Spanish speakers. David Finsthwait is

immersed in developing the technology side of the business, as well. “There’s not a lot of technology available to help kids learn language,” he said. “We’re working on developing an application for the iPod touch

and iPhone.” The couple said they target second- and third-grade students, but classes are open to all elementary students, which are taught Tuesday. through Friday. In addition, Mommy and Me classes and kindergarten classes will be available soon, with possible junior high and high school tutoring and adult classes in the future as well. The Finsthwaits said they are pleased with students’ progress. “In two years time, we took a writing sample from the kids. Kids were writing 24 to 28 sentences in Spanish and they’re actually thinking in Spanish,” Ruth Finsthwait said. Parents might ask how it’s possible to learn from Spanish immersion, rather than teachers teaching in English. “How did you learn your first language?” David asks. “You were immersed in it, figured things out in context, and made a lot of mistakes.” Que divertido! (What fun).

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