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Lane gets
10 Crooked
straight to business
Much-anticipated brewery opens in Auburn
14 Peel this
17 Oh, Honey
20 A healthier holiday
26 Holidays in Nevada County
45 History in Loomis
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COVER STORY
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Crooked Lane gets

straight to business
BY NOELLE KONRAD UNLESS NOTED, PHOTOS BY JEREMY BURKE, JL BURKE PHOTOS FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM J.BURKEPHOTOS
Two months after Crooked Lane opened its doors to the Auburn community, the locals are still abuzz with talk about the
new craft beer brewery and all it has to offer.
Upon walking inside the newly renovated location, its obvious that a great deal of thought and effort went into every detail
of the design. The three partners of Crooked Lane Adrian Psuty, Kirt Braun, and Paul Schilling, spent over two a half years
seriously considering this business as a possibility.
The first big step was looking for the right location, commented Braun.
At the time, Braun was living down in San Diego and commuting to Auburn on a monthly basis in order to find the perfect
location. There are a lot of requirements needed of a location when considering building a brewery. Luckily, the building they
found is the perfect spot.
The construction work on the building took a little over a year to get the vision that the three wanted in the outcome. One
special piece of the puzzle for Braun that many dont know is the raw wood that went into making the 40-foot long bar top,
the walnut light fixture, and the pine tables has been in his family for over 60 years. Both Brauns father and grandfather were
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craftsmen and the wood that was resting in his grandfathers attic was the ideal dcor piece to add the rustic atmosphere at
Crooked Lane. Braun even did all the finish work in order to make the wood pieces complete.
So theres essentially three generations represented in the bar top and a lot of the main furniture here, Braun said.
All three of the partners have stories in one way or another that tie them closely to what they created within the community. The other two founders Psuty and Paul Schilling both live on Crooked Lane. After going back and forth with several
different names, Crooked Lane was the one that stuck. It really ties in the community.
Psuty, who is the mastermind behind the beer, originally started the operation in his home.
The brewery essentially started from his garage. He had created a miniaturized commercial system, very automatic, for a
home brewing system, Braun said.
After entertaining the idea of opening a brewery, he pitched the idea to his neighbor, Schilling, and asked if he wanted to
be a part of it. Schilling was reluctant at first as he has tasted some pretty mediocre home brews and wanted to taste the
product before getting involved. Psuty asked what his favorite brew was, made a batch with similar flavors, and then blind
taste tested Schilling to see which he preferred. The quality of the beer far surpassed even Schillings favorite beer.
He was fully committed at that point, Psuty said.
Psuty has an extensive background and is a chemist by training. He worked as a service engineer with his previous job
managing a service organization for a biotech company where he met Braun, all while brewing in little bits here and there
for over 15 years.
Psutys wife, Teresa is also a chemist by training and is now the head brewer of the operation. Having the background in
chemistry gave Crooked Lane a leg up when it comes to quality. The facility was designed to be the most efficient it can be
for the space they had and they understand that creating a craft beer or several, for that matter, is very much like a chemistry experiment. This made going from a home brew setting to commercial a little less daunting. Teresa had also worked at a
couple other commercial breweries in order to obtain more information and perfect their methods.
We felt like we had the system pretty well dialed in before even firing it up, said Psuty.
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The three partners all play a role within the business. Psuty is technically the chief
financial officer for the corporation where he focuses on production and the finances. He oversees the whole brewing operation. Braun handles more of the strategic
marketing with a distribution sales focus, and Schilling is really more involved in the
corporate branding, social media marketing and the customer tap room experience.
Together they make a well rounded team in a new and exciting business.
We couldnt have done it with less than three of us, said Psuty.
With a high quality beverage ready to go, the rest just fell into place. The main focus
was always quality of the beer itself, but the atmosphere of the building and the interior, exterior design was also of great importance. There is a great community focus that
Crooked Lane wanted to capitalize on. Therefore, they developed a location that caters
to anyone including families. Their unique combination of classy, rustic, and industrial
offers a great vibe. Their focus was on making a public space that engages anyone in
the community from the classic sports bar feel to a patio with peaceful music and a
beer garden with easy access to the tap room inside as well as various food trucks that
are scheduled daily.
We also want to give back to the community with some really good beer, said
Braun.
When it came time to play around the recipes, the three partners knew that they
wanted to someone incorporate local produce. The results were then a melding of various flavors utilizing some local mandarins for some beers and local honey for others.
Crooked Lane also serves home brewed sodas for those who want a non-alcoholic
beverage. The casual atmosphere is one that Auburn has been anxiously awaiting for
a long time. For the time being they are enjoying their success within Auburn while
simultaneously planning on expanding with an ultimate goal of being nationally recognized. With the impact Crooked Lane has already had on the community of Auburn in a
mere matter of month, their possibilities are endless in the years to come.
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Mandarin farmer juices

partnership with brewery
WRITTEN BY NOELLE KONRAD PHOTOS BY JAMIE HAZELTON
A favorite winter fruit is rapidly coming into season and what a perfect time too. One of the more prominent orchards within
the area is the Colwell Thundering Herd Ranch located in Penryn. Owners Rich and his wife Nancy Colwell have been growing
mandarins, lemons and persimmons for more than 30 years and have recently partnered with Crooked Lane Brewery in Auburn,
causing a lot of excitement within the community.
We supply them with tree ripen, sweet mandarin juice cold pressed on our ranch, Rich Colwell stated.
Two of the more popular beers that Crooked Lane brews are both Mandarin Pale Ale and their Mandarin IPA. Thanks to the
partnership with Colwell and the high quality products, Crooked Lane has now sold more than 2,000 gallons since its opening
just a mere two months ago. Another batch of around 1,000 is in the process of being brewed and it doesnt look like this local
partnership will fizzle out any time soon.
The Crooked Lane/Colwell Thundering Herd Ranch mandarin beers will be featured at this years Mountain Mandarin Festival
from Nov.18 through 20 at the Gold Country Fairgrounds, Colwell said.
In addition to working with Crooked Lane to make favorable products, Colwell Thundering Herd Ranch has a line of reputable
products all their own.
We make mandarin olive oil, lemon olive oil, and mandarin blossom honey, which has earned gold medals and best of show in
international, state, and regional competitions, Colwell said.
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Some other signature products include aged balsamic vinegar, Cabernet wine
chocolate dessert sauce, orange liqueur dessert sauce, and more. The Colwell
ranch is also available to the public for tours of the orchard as well as samples
of divine treats from the tasting room.
The farm started in the early 1980s when Rich and Nancy began planting
mandarin trees after purchasing the property from Richs parents. In the beginning, it started as a hobby, something fun to do with their children, but with
hard work and much enjoyment, it soon became something much bigger.
The name Thundering Herd came about one morning after Rich had returned
from a business trip and his children all piled on the bed in excitement. His wife
Nancy gave them all the nickname of a thundering herd and the name just
stuck.
As their family grew, so did the orchard, which now contains the variety of
fruits and award-winning products it does today.
Their tasting room and covered patio highlight the gorgeous view of the
ranch. Also offered on the tours is a full line of bottled products right from the
ranch that has been part of the Colwell family for over 50 years. Now that it
is harvest season, Colwell sells fresh tree-ripened mandarins, persimmons and
lemons too.
They can accommodate individuals and groups, with much parking and bus
access. Friends and family are welcome to try a new kind of tasting experience
available only in South Placer County, Colwell, said.
Be sure to attend the Mountain Mandarin Festival for more of Colwell Thundering Herd Ranch delicious produce and signature items. For further information visit mandarinoliveoil.com.
MANDARIN FESTIVAL
Its the Mandarin time of the year and Foothills
residents are anxiously awaiting the arrival of this
local treasure and the Mountain Mandarin Festival. The
Festival will celebrate its 23rd year November 18-20
with the fresh harvest of the highly anticipated crop
of mandarin oranges. Over the years, the Festival has
grown from a small-town event in old Newcastle to
attracting more than 30,000 visitors to Auburns Gold
Country Fairgrounds who come to buy mandarins and
do some shopping for the holidays in the crisp autumn
air.
With nearly 20 commercial growers from Placer
County participating, it allows visitors to sample fruit
from many orchards and different trees. Whether your
taste is for the sweeter or more tart, there are oranges
for all. There will be thousands of bags of mandarins available to purchase and take home, or many of
the growers will ship to your family and friends. The
quarantine of fruit in a small residential area of Lincoln
does not affect the commercial growers who participate in the Festival.
In additional to enjoying the free sample from the
growers, there are five buildings of shopping including
Mandarin barbecue sauces, syrups, olive oils, salad
dressings, jams, candy and dozens of other Mandarin
inspired concoctions. More than 200 vendors of quality
gift items also sell Mandarin scented lotions, soaps,
and candles, along with artisan-crafted jewelry, home
accessories, and holiday items.
Entertainment ranges from live music and dance
to the Miss Mandarin pageant, cooking demonstrations, kids activities, and contests. A recipe contest
on Sunday is open to adults and kids and offers more
than $2300 in prizes. The Absolut Bar features mandarin-flavored cocktails, Blue Moon orange-infused
beer, and Crooked Lane Brewerys special Mandarin Ale
micro-brew.
The Festival supports the community in a number
of ways the Boy Scouts offer to deliver your bags of
mandarins to your car, the Salvation Army will kick off
their holiday bell-ringing season at the Festival, and
the MandaRUN half-marathon will start from the Festival on Sunday. A portion of the proceeds provide five
$1,000 scholarships from the Newcastle Area Business
Association, and have also supported Gold Country
Fair and the Alta Vista Charter School Science Lab and
Parents Club.
For more information about the Mountain Mandarin
Festival visit MandarinFestival.com. Volunteer positions
are available throughout the three days.
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Looking through the

eyes of bees
WRITTEN BY NOELLE KONRAD PHOTOS BY JAMIE HAZELTON
How can something so small and seemingly insignificant as an insect
mean the difference between a thriving agriculture and a struggling one?
The honeybee is one such creature that provides for our livelihood much
more than we realize. For five generations, the Miller family has shown just
how much effort it takes to run and maintain bees. And, they plan to keep
the farm in the family for many generations to come.
The Millers have been managing bees since 1894 when Nephi Ephraim
Miller started the company in Providence, Utah. The 120-year-old business
began as a trade of oats for seven colonies of bees and resulted in the
very first practice of cross country pollination and commercial migratory
beekeeping. As the years past, the farm has remained in the family, and the
routine of the bees has grown dramatically.
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pollination. Some move as far as Washington and are used

as pollinators for the apple orchards. The remaining half of
the bee hives come into Placer County. In the early spring
months, such as April, the nucing begins. There is a constant struggle to rebuild our numbers as Jason puts it. It is
a persistent challenge to re-grow the bees that are dying.
By May, new queen bees are introduced to the hives.
In doing so, the numbers change from around 9,000 bee
hives to approximately 17,000. In June the bees are finally
shipped to North Dakota.
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In 1917 the Millers opened up an office in Idaho, which led

to a new branch opening in Gackle, North Dakota in the year
1970.
It has grown considerably and is now one of the largest
beekeeping outfits in North Dakota, said co-owner Jason
Miller.
The branch in North Dakota annually harvests over a million
pounds of honey and distributes across the United States.
A Newcastle office opened in 1974 to expand the company even further. California has an ideal climate for the bees
during spring nucing. Nucing is a process where the parent
bee hive splits into baby bee hives to rebuild colonies. As of
now, the owners of Miller Honey Farms include N.E. Millers
great-great grandson John Miller, his son Jason Miller, and
esteemed colleague Ryan Elison. Together they run a business
showing just how difficult and exact the care and management of bee hives are.
Beginning in January the bees are moved into almond
orchards in Northern and Central California to begin their
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It is too hot and too dry (in California), said Jason.

North Dakota has a much milder climate where the bees
can continue harvesting honey off of alfalfa, yellow sweet
clover, sunflowers, buckwheat, and much more. There they
will stay until October when the bees are transported to
Idaho to spend the winter. The bees remain in a temperature-controlled potato cellar where they lay dormant until
January when the process begins all over again. This routine
mimics their natural cycle, commented Jason and gives
the queen bee a break, which extends her life. Like any
worker they need rest and if it is warm they will work, said
Jason.
Over the years the bee industry statistically has gone
from around 80 percent of income from honey, and 20
percent of revenue from pollinating crops to about 50
percent of revenue brought in from pollination. The reasoning behind honey crops reduction is due to pasture lands
converting into corn and soy crops, which do not produce
honey. There is a real struggle to keep bees alive, said
Jason. There has been an increase in the cost for farmers to
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IN THE KITCHEN
WRITTEN AND PHOTOS BY NOELLE KONRAD
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Who says dessert has to be unhealthy to taste good? This was

by far the most delicious cheesecake I had ever had despite the
fact that it was 100 percent vegan and refined sugar-free. I even
surprised my family. I didnt tell them what it was or what was in it.
I just said OK, here is dessert and the yummy noises progressed.
No one believed me when I told them I made it mostly from nuts.
Holidays can be a bummer with food allergies, especially Thanksgiving, a holiday seemingly dedicated to an entire day in the kitchen. This holiday season, I decided that I was going to make all of my
favorite seasonal treats, but I was going to make them allergy-free,
healthy, and extremely tasty so I dont feel like I am missing out on
anything. This dessert was up to the challenge. How could you go
wrong when pumpkin is involved?
VEGAN HOLIDAY CHEESECAKE

Serves 3
Crunchy Crust
1 cup packed and pitted medjool
dates
cups raw walnuts
Pinch of sea salt
Fluffy Filling
cups raw cashews
1 lemon, juiced
+ 1 tbsp full fat coconut milk
3 tbsp melted coconut oil
cup real maple syrup
cup + 1 tbsp pumpkin puree
Pinch of sea salt
tsp pumpkin pie spice
1 tsp vanilla extract
tsp ground cinnamon
Creamy Coconut Whipped
Cream
1 can full fat coconut milk
1 tbsp real maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
Place cashews in a heat resistant bowl and cover with boiling
hot water. Let it rest at room
temperature, uncovered, for an
hour. Then drain.
Put the cashews aside.
Place dates in a food processor and blend until small pieces
remain. It may form a ball and

that is OK.
Set dates aside.
Add walnuts and salt into
the food processor until finely
chopped.
Add in dates.
Process until a sticky dough
forms. It will stick together
when pressed.
Spray ramekins with coconut
oil. (You could also use a muffin
tin with cupcake liners.
Divide the now blended crust
evenly between ramekins and
press firmly to solidify crust. Let
set in freezer for 15 minutes.
Add thoroughly drained
cashews into a blender with the
remaining filling ingredients
and blend until smooth. There
should be no lumps. This takes
anywhere from 2 to 5 minutes.
Remove ramekins from freezer and divide the filling among
them. Place back in freezer (cover optional) for up to 4 hours.
Once the cheesecakes are
solid you can choose to remove
the cheesecakes or eat them out
of the ramekins.
13. Serve with coconut
whipped cream and a dash of
cinnamon and enjoy.
Amid the heavier albeit tasty foods that surround the holidays, it is
always nice to throw a salad into the mix. It makes us feel a little less
guilty when we reach for the second helping of pumpkin pie. Mother
always told us to eat our greens, and as we all know, mother knows
best. So this holiday season, make a salad that wont be begrudgingly
divided amongst those around the table or ever so discretely moved
around the plate in an attempt to look eaten. This year, make a salad
that your guest will be hoping is on the menu next year. Again color
is everything as we eat with our eyes first, so fill this salad with pink
pomegranate, yellow acorn squash, and green avocado. Top off with
a 5 minute homemade dressing and let the festivities commence.
ACORN SQUASH SALAD

1 acorn squash, sliced about
inch thick
tsp salt
tsp pepper
cup whole pecans, chopped
6 cups arugula
1 ripe avocado
1 pomegranate, arils removed
1 English cucumber
2 tbsp olive oil
Apple Cider Dressing
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
cup apple cider vinegar
2 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tsp honey
tsp salt
tsp ground pepper
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Slice the acorn squash and
remove seeds.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper
and line on a baking sheet.
Drizzle with olive oil and roast
for 30 minutes.
Add arugula to a large salad
bowl.
Toss with a pinch of salt and
pepper.
Add all toppings, avocado,
pomegranate, pecans, cucumber,
etc.
Add as much dressing as desired and enjoy.
*To make the dressing, fill a
mason jar with all the ingredients
and shake for a minutes until
combined.
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Not every holiday meal calls for a turkey dinner. Some dinner parties truthfully
just arent big enough and your left with an immense amount of leftovers. Now
dont get me wrong, I am a big lover of leftover Thanksgiving dinner for weeks on
end. However, when the occasion just isnt as grand as that majestic turkey and I
need something for serving on a few, I reach for my Cider Soaked Roasted Chicken recipe. Apple is another flavor that reminds me of fall, while roasting a whole
chicken always leaves the meat moist and full of flavor. Throw in some roasted
grapes and its a harvest on a plate.
CIDER SOAKED ROASTED CHICKEN

1 (4-5 pound whole chicken)
2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp cinnamon
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbs minced garlic
lemon
3 shallots, halved
3 apples quartered
1 pounds of red grapes
2 cups apple cider
1 cup apple cider vinegar
Remove giblets from chicken, rinse,
pat dry and place in an oven safe dish.
In a small bowl mix together the
seasonings and the olive oil with
1 tablespoon of the minced garlic.

Rub the mixture all over the chicken
until saturated.
Stuff cavity with remaining minced
garlic, lemon, whatever apple slices
that will fit, and shallots.
Tie the chickens legs together with
kitchen string and tuck the wings
under the body.
Pour the cider and apple cider vinegar over the body of the chicken and
throw in some grapes and apples into
the roasting dish.
Roast chicken for 1 hour and 15
minutes or until the juices run clear.
Optional: once the chicken is done
cooking, brush a little apple cider and
olive oil on the skin and broil on high
for 5 minutes for a crispy skin.
Sometimes cocktail hour is the best part of any social gathering,

whether it is during appetizers or something to sip on before dessert.
Warm cocktails are wonderful to serve when the days start shifting into cooler weather. As the wind gets blustery, this toasty apple
cocktail will warm from within. Notes of apple, cinnamon, and honey
ignite with delightful flavor and make anyone feel nostalgic for fall.
WARM HONEY APPLE COCKTAIL

10 oz. apple cider
4 oz. whiskey
1 apple
2 tsp honey
tsp cinnamon
Slice apple into thick slices.
In a pot on the stove, place the cider, apple, honey, and cinnamon.
Bring to a boil.
Let it simmer for up to 5 minutes in order to release the flavors.
Add whiskey.
Pour into glasses and enjoy warm.
Optional strain mixture and use apple as garnish.
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Cooking with colors is one of my favorite things to do. Especially when those colors are fall colors. Deep purple, green, and
orange will brighten up any dish and entice with deliciousness. This spiral tart is also fun to make and can be designed with any
veggies in mind. Drizzle with a bit of bitter balsamic and viola! A perfect addition to any holiday table.
HARVEST SPIRAL TART

Crust
1 cup almond flour
1 cup coconut flour
cup of shredded cold vegan butter
2 tbsp cold water
2 eggs
Salt to taste
Tart
cup pumpkin puree
1 medium eggplant
4 medium carrots
Half the leaves from a small cabbage
2 cups of kale or greens of choice
2 large zucchinis
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2 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp minced garlic
Balsamic vinegar for drizzling
Grease a pie dish.
Place almond flour, coconut flour,
vegan butter, salt, eggs, and water into a
blender and mix until a dough forms.
Press dough evenly over greased pie
pan, poke holes in it with a fork.
Spread pumpkin puree over the crust.
Use a mandolin slicer to slice thin

strips of eggplant, carrot and zucchini.
Slice the cabbage leaves to match the
strips.
In order to begin the spiral form, roll
strips of carrot together and alternate
with zucchini until a rose like spiral takes
shape.
Next layer strips of eggplant, cabbage,
and kale around the center. Do this until
the entire plate is filled with veggies.
Drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper
and bake in the oven for 45 minutes.
Drizzle balsamic over the top, serve
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VISIT NEVADA CITY
Victorian Christmas
The enticing aromas of roasted chestnuts
and hearty holiday foods fill the air, along with
cries of street vendors hawking their wares
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and experience at Victorian Christmas.
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At locations throughout downtown, Victorian singers, bagpipers, brass bands and strolling
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Nevada Citys famous Walking Christmas Tree
and a living nativity scene can be found, along
with hot roasted chestnuts and horse drawn
carriage rides.
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Santa Claus. Handmade arts and craft from artists throughout California are displayed on our
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decorations made by some of Californias best crafters and artisans.
Pause at the steps of the historic Union Building as the Cornish Carol Choir performs traditional
homeland Christmas carols. A long-standing Cornish tradition, some members are actually descendants of original Grass Valley Cornish Miners.
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Dine in one of the many world-class restaurants found in downtown Grass Valley. Sample local
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Enjoy the wide selection of holiday music offered by local Grass Valley musicians amongst the
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BriarPatch Co-op located in Grass Valley is the
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and for good reason. Gone are the days of having to
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are no hidden harmful ingredients.
It all began when a group of people started a
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individual bags in order to share with one another. In reality the process was rather messy, so this
particular group of people got together and opened
a store in order to make things easier. They got some
advice from some other co-ops in the Bay Area and
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products sold and much more.
BriarPatch is a community run market that is
now celebrating its 40th year of business. Two of
the original board members are still active with the
company and one still volunteers around the store
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According to the website, BriarPatch itself is a local, community-owned business, and we promote a strong and sustainable community by supporting other local businesses. Every dollar spent at
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As a whole, BriarPatch supports local farmers and promotes a healthy agriculture. Most of the farmers that BriarPatch works with are within a 20-mile radius within Nevada County.
We are really lucky we have so many local organic farmers, stated Marketing Manager Stephanie Mandel.
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shopping or visit their deli for lunch complete with a hot bar and made to order dishes. Another opportunity to learn
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Moulin Rouge
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A taste
of
Paris
IN DOWNTOWN AUBURN
WRITTEN BY NOELLE KONRAD PHOTOS BY JEREMY BURKE, JL BURKE PHOTOS FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM J.BURKEPHOTOS
Boutique shopping has been one of the most enticing aspects of
Auburn for tourists and locals alike. Moulin Rouge is one such gem fairly
new to downtown Auburn. Owner Skye Toro has expanded her business
to a larger venue on Lincoln Way from her previous location farther down
the street.
Originally, Moulin Rouge opened its doors in February 2014. While the
small shop was intimate it served its purpose at the time. Toro was ready
to move her ever-growing fashion stop into a higher traffic location with
a larger space.
Toro has always had a passion for fashion and small boutique shops
beginning in 2007 when she worked at Fit for a Princess. Five years down
the road, Toro became a manager and buyer for the store.
It was really exciting, Toro said.
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She later assisted in opening up Rakish and Luxy,

another boutique that offered both mens and womens
clothing which was open for approximately two and half
years.
Toro took a short break from the clothing industry when
she was expecting her second son. During that time she
assisted her husband with his automotive business, TNT
Automotive. Now that her son is older, Toro was ready to
pick up her dream of owning her own shop.
I opened Moulin Rouge because I had an itch and I
couldnt handle the automotive world anymore, Toro said.
As of Aug. 31, Moulin Rouge had moved to its new
location. Upon walking in, one is immediately immersed
with the latest styles and trends all handpicked by Toros
impeccable eye. The store is filled with soft fabrics and
in-season styles. The big windows opening up to the
street are inviting to the busy downtown and the dcor
makes the environment feel like a small piece of France in
Auburn.
It is like night and day being up here, not only the foot
traffic, but the feel of the space and everything about it is
just amazing, Toro commented.
She has found great popularity with the clothes she
sells, but also loves to support local vendors by selling
their products in her shop. One such vendor is Bouton
Bracelets. The husband and wife duo create unique and
boho style jewelry that has interchangeable buttons to
fit any mood or personality. There are also a handful of
unique gifts items that come from local artists, such as
necklaces, key chains, candles and more.
Just like at her previous location, Toro continues to
share her storefront with Get Bronzed. The two are a good
pair.
We get a lot of business off of each other because we
go hand in hand. We couldnt separate, Toro said.
The inspiration behind naming her shop Moulin Rouge
came from a Toros good friend, Diane, who has traveled
to many places throughout the world. Another contributor
to the idea was the fact that Toros grandmother is French.
Just like Moulin Rouge in Paris, her store is a delightful
experience amongst a historic neighborhood and brings
delight to the small town.
Every day Toro brings out new items onto the floor and
every night she looks through line sheets to see what
products she has coming in. There is a delivery to the store
each day in order to keep her shop filled with all of the
wonderful merchandise shoppers love.
The store goes through so many clothes. Literally every
night I am shopping because it is so busy here, Toro said.
Two days a week, she still assists at her husbands
auto shop in addition to running her shop downtown
keeping her very busy. However, the passion she has for
her store and all that is within it shows in the pleasing
boutique she has created.
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AUBURN
Homey
place
to get a
cup of joe
Frequenting a local coffee shop is just one of
those things that instantly make one feel better.
The warm, handcrafted beverages and the quaint
welcoming atmosphere make it seem as comfortable as sitting at home. This was the atmosphere
that owner Linden Mundekis wanted to achieve in
opening her quaint coffee shop in Auburn.
Mundekis was previously living in Denver before
deciding to uproot everything and move her entire
life to Auburn.
I had a pre-set search on craigslist for cute,
charming cafs, Mundekis stated.
The same night Mundekis mother past away, the
ad for the caf in Auburn came up on her search.
She took it as a sign that this was what she meant
to do. A week later, Linden was on a plane to go
and scope out the location.
I think it was a combination of grieving a lot
and being romanced by the look and feel of the
town is kind of what did it, Mundekis said.
A love for service and coffee developed in
Mundekis long before opening Auburn Coffee
Company. Around 1990 coffee had just started to
become mainstream and she knew she needed to
learn everything she could about this business.
I love knowing that we can make a difference
in somebodys day. I love that one opportunity to
welcome people, Mundekis said.
At a young age, she got her start working for
multiple coffee carts in downtown Denver that
eventually led to managing and promoting all of
them. This opened the door for other opportuniContinued on page 34
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AUBURN BORN
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Coffee crew: Auburn Coffee
Company is owned by Linden
Mundekis, second from right.
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Healthy pull: There is a
kombucha bar at the cafe, too.
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ties. She then traveled out to Seattle and San Francisco and several other places before eventually returning to Denver, where she sought out more. Mundekis then dabbled in restaurant
development and spent more than 15 years in brand development.
When it came time to open her own caf, Mundekis was ready for the challenges ahead and
knew that somehow she wanted to stand out and be different amongst the rest.
Within Auburn Coffee Company, customers can find the typical eats and beverages that any
well-established caf would serve. However, there are a number of other products offered in
addition to traditional caf style that are anything but common.
A kombucha bar where the crafted brewed beverages are on tap is located in the front of the
store.
We are super excited about the great response we have had to our kombucha bar,
Mundekis said.
They are different and they like it that way.
The crew over at Auburn Coffee blends together, cohesively creating a wonderful place to
work. They even incorporate local businesses such as Nashs Kombucha and a new local artist,
Katie Gaven.
One big focus of mine is with the customer and employee experience. For us, its about
mutual respect, humility and accountability. I think that makes us very different in general and
we are working toward being an employee owned business. I feel that the staff is 90 percent
of our success and they are all empowered to make decisions regarding the business. No one
staff member is above or below another including myself. We just play different roles. We do
so many things together and have become friends and family, Mundekis said.
I just wanted to say thank you (Mundekis) for everything these last few months. Doing all
you said you would, bringing each of us up individually and as a team, and just giving us a
home, one of the staff members, Nathan Smetana, said.
The cafe is now an Auburn favorite and often frequented coffee shop. Mundekis has created
a rare experience in a renovated house turned caf making it feel quite like sitting at home.
The impression left is warm and distinct with a menu that serves organic and fair-trade coffee,
nitro coffee, homemade sweets, and a plethora of other quality menu items.
Coming soon is a hot chocolate bar with all the fixings anyone could desire in a cup of warm
cocoa.
As the weather turns colder, Auburn Coffee Company and Kombucha Bar is the perfect place
to come in and stay dry. Feel surrounded by family and friends while enjoying a delectable
treat and a reminder that this establishment is welcoming to dogs. Stop in for a handcrafted
cappuccino or something only this particular caf can offer. Either way, Auburn Coffee Company is the place to be this holiday season.
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MADE IN AUBURN
RISING to the
challenge
EUROPEAN-STYLE BREAD MAKING IN AUBURN
WRITTEN BY NOELLE KONRAD PHOTOS ARE COURTESY TO FOOTHILL
There is nothing like a long trip throughout Europe to inspire great food,
especially when it comes to great bread. Married couple Nathan Shreve and
Alice Enochs Shreve spent their five-month honeymoon eating and backpacking their way through Europe, which made them want to bring some of the
deliciousness they experienced back home with them. Having both come from
a culinary background they were most definitely up for the challenge.
We really loved the breads and pastries there and knew there was nothing
like it in this area, Enochs Shreve said.
A little over seven years ago, The Baker and the Cakemaker began producing
pastries and artisan breads that even Europe would be proud of. Both Alice and
Nathan attended The Culinary Institute of America and were trained mostly on
the savory side of things, only realizing later that their passion lied with breads
and pastries.
This is what we liked, Enochs Shreve said.
The Baker and the Cakemaker wanted to embody the ideals that Europe has
set when it comes to food standards. The majority of Europes edible eats are
more handcrafted, artisan, and come from independently owned businesses.
This then minimizes the possibility of over-processed and mass-produced
products all the while opening the door for more unique and cherished recipes.
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ed to share with their hometown and with their professional training they were well equipped to execute their goals.
Three years after returning from Europe their dream
came true in bringing a certain caliber of food to the intimate community of Auburn. The name embodied what they
two of them liked to do.
Hes more into breads, I am more into pastries. It just
popped into our heads one day, Enochs Shreve stated.
As of right now, they specialize more in the bread making
side of the business more than cakes and pastries. Hoverer,
as time goes on, the two have plans to expand that side
of business. That being said, their pastries can be found
in places around town such as Auburn Coffee Company,
where the case is filled with a variety of different sweet
treats as well as the Auburn Farmers Marker. They can also
be found in a variety of restaurants and grocery stores
within all of Placer County and its surrounding areas.
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CAKEMAKER
530-852-1955
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We are in over 30 stores, everywhere from SPD to Raleys, BelAir, all the co-ops in the area, said Shreve.
Its a big variety of restaurants and retail stores, Enochs
Shreve said.
The Baker and the Cakemaker wanted to share their love
of decadent pastries without having them be overly sweet.
Both Nathan and Alice perfected their recipes in order to
highlight the subtly sweet and let the pastries stand out on
their own.
All of their breads are sourdough based, but not as harsh
as some sourdoughs can be. They use all organic flour and
bake each of their rustic breads in a hearth, giving each a
hearty and satisfying texture. Their breads range in many
traditional and unique flavors from Seeded Wheat to Kalamata Olive and their most popular, Meyer Lemon Rosemary.
There is also no sugar added into their breads.
They (the breads) are really versatile, Enochs Shreve
said.
Alice was born and raised in Auburn, went to Placer High
School, and always knew that when it was time to settle
down, Auburn was the right place to raise a family. Her
parents, who owned one of Auburns favorite restaurants,
Latitudes, instilled in her a passion for food. And now, with
Nathan and Alice as a team, their breads can be enjoyed for
breakfast, lunch and dinner in other family homes in the
area. The Baker and the Cakemaker knead a piece of their
Europe adventures and their love for what they do in every
slice.
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COFFEE
THE RUFF
LIFE
DOGS DRINK COFFEE GIVES

TO CANINE RESCUES
WRITTEN BY NOELLE KONRAD
PHOTOS ARE COURTESY TO FOOTHILL
When Rebecca Sikich sat in a coffee shop one day, enjoying her comfortable cup of coffee with her beloved dog,
Gaspare, she had no idea that it would turn into a life-changing moment. Gaspare was staring up at her, eying her
coffee in a sweet beckoning manner and Rebecca sympathetically stated, Gaspare, dogs dont drink coffee.
He gave me a funny look. It really just started from there, Sikich said.
Immediately after, Rebecca was inspired to sketch a small doodle of Gaspare sipping on a cup of coffee and
thought, what if dogs did drink coffee?
Just over a year later that little moment transformed into what is now a thriving coffee business. However,
having a deep love of coffee did not help with the fact that Sikich had no idea how to create the type of coffee she
knew she wanted to package. So she did some research and found Pachamama Coffee Cooperative. The two were a
match made in heaven. The all organic and farmer-owned coffee organization out of Sacramento was the perfect
fit to roast Dogs Drink Coffee beans while simultaneously living up to the standards that Rebecca wanted for her
company.
I love coffee and animals. Those are two of my favorite things, Sikich said.
Her all-organic coffee beans are roasted in several varieties ranging from light to bold and decaf, all named after
dog breeds. For example her light roast is a Golden Retriever with a write up stating, Medium energy, harmonious,
with a kind expression and rich shades of golden color. Moves with a gentle gait. A sound temperament possessing
a personality that is eager and alert. Devoted and ready to please.
While her decaf blend is a Docile Dogge or Bulldog that states, The disposition is kind and courageous, dignified
but amusing. Great stability, vigor and strength. Not vicious or aggressive. Medium size with a soft, smooth coat
and a gentle personality. Calm, will not beg to be exercised.
Being able to compare traits of dogs to her coffee is one of the things that makes Sikichs brand so desirable.
Her creativity extends into Best of Breed Breakfast Blend, Shepherd Strong Bold Blend, and the clever Jumpin Jack
Espresso. Dont worry if youre not certain of your favorite blend. Sikich also offers a three coffee sample pack for
those who have a hard time choosing. Who can blame though? They are all tasty.
Sikich has recently released a new holiday blend called Holiday Hounds; Every day is Christmas that will be available for a limited time and just in time for the gift giving season.
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Besides the obvious of packaging excellent coffee and putting

a cute label on it, Sikich had more in mind when she started Dogs
Drink Coffee. Being a proud dog mom herself, she knew that she
had to give back to the canine community. After all, Gaspare was
the inspiration behind the idea from the beginning. A portion
of all the coffee proceeds is donated to dog rescues around the
community as well as other foundations such as Placer SPCA and
more.
Even though Gaspare has now passed on, his memory lives on
through Dogs Drink Coffee and all the good that it is bringing
to fellow canines. Next time a craving for a good cup of coffee
comes along, be sure to support the cause that Dogs Drink Coffee
represents. Not only will it help aid in the rescue of dogs, but it is
also a high-quality cup of coffee that will satisfy every time. So
if you already live a dog and coffee lifestyle, Dogs Drink Coffee is
that perfect cup tailor made just for you.
Dogs Drink Coffee would also like to remind its consumers that
even though the title and the packaging is an inventive depiction
of puppies sipping on coffee, it is in fact not meant for animal
consumption and is indeed meant for pet parents and cartoon
animals only, as stated on the back of the packaging.
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AUBURN BORN
BEAUTY ELIZABETH
Pure, natural, every day

WRITTEN BY NOELLE KONRAD PHOTOS ARE COURTESY TO FOOTHILL
What started as an infatuation with all things beauty, has evolved into a lifelong dream come true for natural makeup expert, skincare specialist, and beauty mentor, Shannon Cornelsen-Lewandowski.
Cornelsen-Lewandowskis first love was for fashion. She graduated from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising
or FIDM in Los Angeles. All the while, she still carried this crazy fascination with beauty.
I guess you could say I was obsessed, Cornelsen-Lewandowski said.
Soon after graduating, an internship at TEEN Magazine presented itself in 1996. Upon her first day working at the magazine,
Cornelsen-Lewandowski was asked to work alongside one of the photographers. In her mind, she was anticipating a few simple
tasks such as holding an extra light or camera lens. Little did she know, she was about to be given an opportunity that would
mold her career. The task appointed to her was to arrange certain merchandise for the photographer to shoot in a way that
would excite potential buyers.
I was completely overwhelmed, Cornelsen-Lewandowski stated.
Even though she was totally blindsided by her first day on the job, Cornelsen-Lewandowski utilized her creativity, impressed
her superiors, and her photo styling career was born.
Even though Cornelsen-Lewandowski loved what she was doing and the career path she was on, she would always look over
at the makeup artists, drooling with envy, as she would say. However, at this point in her career, it seemed intimidating to
start over entirely with something new.
In 2006, Cornelsen-Lewandowski moved from Los Angeles up to Auburn, where she settled down and raised three boys.
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I was always dibble dabbling in makeup, Cornelsen-Lewandowski said.

Five short years later, Cornelsen-Lewandowski and her family moved to Walnut Creek where she decided it was finally time to pursue her love of beauty.
She coined herself as a beauty stylist, completed a professional makeup course
with Maurice Steinand, and Beauty Elizabeth came into existence.
The name Beauty Elizabeth has many profound meanings for Cornelsen-Lewandowski. The idea for Beauty Elizabeth popped up when she needed to
quickly answer an inquiry about her business name. Beauty Elizabeth was a
sudden decision. However, it was one that stuck. Not only is Cornelsen-Lewandowskis middle name Elizabeth, but it is also an acknowledgment of the
iconic Queen Elizabeth I. The queen was the first to change the way makeup
was perceived.
The queens devotion to makeup, skincare, and fashion changed the way
women recognized and associated themselves with beauty, Cornelsen-Lewandowski stated.
She had finally begun doing what she had desired for so many years.
Beauty Elizabeth was born with the idea of mentoring teens while living in
the Bay Area. However, this quickly morphed into women of all ages once the
word spread, Cornelsen-Lewandowski commented.
After years of buying products and brands while coaching women of all ages
outside of her home, Shannon and her family moved back to Auburn, where
Cornelsen-Lewandowski wanted to remain and raise her children.
She now has a blended family of six boys and is working out of her storefront. In many aspects, she is living her dream come true. However, learning to
become a business woman was not achieved overnight or without challenges.
Once the move back to Auburn was complete, Cornelsen-Lewandowski got
her esthetician license, which made it impossible to work from home. She
then found a store location and did arduous research for the makeup she now
private labels and focused on skin care, natural makeup, or as Shannon would
say, straightforward beauty.
With hard work comes high reward and Cornelsen-Lewandowski could not be more pleased with how Beauty Elizabeth has
evolved.
I love it. This is exactly where Im supposed to be,
stated Cornelsen-Lewandowski.
Most makeup brands still contain harmful
preservatives that can cause any number of
skin irritations. Beauty Elizabeth uses all
natural ingredients including ingredients
such as lemon, rosewater, apple cider
vinegar, essential oils and minerals, all
of which have worked in beauty for
over 500 years. The best part is that all
of the harmful ingredients have been
stripped away, leaving only high-quality products that are pleasing to the
skin.
Beauty Elizabeths merchandise
line of all natural beauty products
and services are meant to accentuate
individual physical features and flatter
all while maintaining skin care and
remaining affordable.
My mission is to empower women with

decision-making power and enhance their
beauty through education and product
knowledge, Cornelsen-Lewandowski said.
Beauty Elizabeth provides a unique beauty
experience through custom services; tailor-made products and professional treatments with clinically proven efficacy.
For an appointment, consultation, or to
simply learn more about Beauty Elizabeth
and products and services, go to www.beautyelizabeth.com.
Keep your skin clean, balanced, hydrated
and protected pure, natural, every day, she
said.
BEAUTY ELIZABETH
138 Magnolia Street, Auburn

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530-613-2162
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LOOMIS
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HISTORICAL HIGH HAND

BY JULIE MILLER PHOTOS BY NOELLE KONRAD
The fruit shed in Loomis has been a bustling business location for more than 100
years.
It began operation in the spring of 1901. Fruit farmers formed a co-op, the Loomis
Fruit Growers Association, to combine their goods to be packed in Loomis and shipped
around the world. To expedite the process, in 1926 fruit sheds were constructed to
house the operation. Peaches, plums, pears, kiwi and other fruits were grown in Placer
County and packed under the label High Hand.
Produce label names were chosen to depict excellence. For example, being dealt a high
hand in poker is rare and desirable, thus, High Hand would make customers think of the
superior quality and remarkable flavor of the produce. Similarly, a blue goose, a familiar
name to locals, was also considered to be rare and special, hence, using this name as a
fruit label would indicate the fruit was of exceptional quality. As well as the label Mothers Treat which represented something good and sweet from Mom.
At the peak of the operation, in the 1930s and 1940s, the Loomis Fruit Growers Association employed up to 100 workers. Competition was strong as there were seven fruit
sheds in Loomis and 15 additional sheds in the county at that time.
In the 1970s the once massive fruit shipping operation ended. It closed due to a
combination of changes situations, Scott Paris, owner of High Hand business said. For
one, the farmers were aging and the second and third generations did not have interest
in operating the estates. Plus, an explosion of population began making the value of the
land exceed the value of the produce. In addition, there was much competition from
area farms.
The High Hand Fruit Sheds stayed closed until 2003, when a landscaper, Scott Paris,
purchased the property.
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Brick and mortar: High Hand Nursery and Cafe
retains its original name.
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Shoppers sublime: Shops in the High Hand Fruit
Sheds are filled with gifts and tidbits for the home.
___
Nursery: High Hand Nursery is sure to make
green-thumbers happy.
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LOOMIS
HIGH HAND
Truth be told, I am a landscape contractor by trade and I wanted to purchase plants from a
particular grower and they would not sell to me unless i had a retail nursery, Paris said. So I
started a retail nursery.
Once the nursery was up and running, in short time, more was to come.
It was just a vacant piece of land and we eventually grew to take over the building and the
land, Paris said.
But first, the building was going to need extensive tender lover care.
In 2004 or 2005 it was like a Weber barbecue: no power, no sewer no infrastructure, no
bathrooms, he said. It literally rained inside.
Paris, however, turned the barbecue into a 36,500 square-foot facilty with elegant shops
and boutiques.
As the extensive remodeling and upgrading began, many aspects of the original building
were kept.
We left as much of the equipment and building as we could, Paris said.
Elevators that ran fruit boxes to ground level were preserved. There is a wall of framed photos of buildings workers and past so that its history is not soon forgotten. And the look and
feel of the structure is rustic but warm.
Today there are nine venues inside the buidling: Art gallery, flower and gift shop, antique
shop, sewing and fiber arts shop, Persian rug store, olive oil shop, iron foundry, handcrafted
jewelry store and a Gladding McBean pottery showroom.
Furthermore, the High Hand Cafe was added.
The cafe has proven to be quite popular, more so than the initial nursery. The fresh farm cafe
serves meals made from scratch daily. A 30-acre farm in the Lincoln-Penryn area called Maple
Rock Gardens, grows much of the food for the restaurant including: plums, peaches, lavender,
pumpkins, squash, beets, apples, tomatoes, melons and onions, to name a few. It also grows
less-common produce such as, jicama, Jerusalem artichokes (also called sunchokes) and loofah
sponges, a gourd plant, for your shower.
In all, High Hand company employs about 65 great, dedicated people that make it happen,
Paris said.
Visitors from as far away as the Bay Area come to the Blue Goose Fruit Shed and High Hand
Nursery and Cafe to shop, eat and browse. It has become a tourist destination with its many
events and shopping experiences.
So, after 110 years, the building still stands and Loomis history is alive.
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3750 Taylor Rd, Loomis

Take a virtual tour at highhand.
com/highhand_v2/hh-nursery.
Nursery: Monday-Saturday 9
a.m.- 5 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p..m,
(916) 652-2065 ext 1
Cafe: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. TuesdayFriday,
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturay-Sunday,
(916) 652-2064 ext 2
HIGH HANDS HOLIDAY CELEBRATION

6-8 p.m. Nov. 26
Tree lighting with thousands of
lights in the nursery. Eat, shop
and stroll to kick-off the holiday
season.
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Wall of history: Photos prints of High
Hands past line a wall in the Fruit Shed.
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Succulents: A variety of plants are available
at High Hand Nursery.
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Loomis
A Small Town is Like a Big Family

Business Profile...The Basic Shop
sa
resident
of Placer
County,
for more
than 30
years,
Katie Thompson
Owner, The Basic Shop
and a
member
of the Loomis community
for the past 12, I am
very proud to have the
opportunity to support the
Shop Local movement
by launching The Basic
Shop, a retail store that
provides a wide range of
womens fashion, unique
home goods and specialty
gifts. After retiring from a
lengthy career in banking,
specifically in the Talent
Acquisition arena, the idea
of building my own business
just seemed natural. The
concept of The Basic Shop

came from my personal
frustration with the inability
to find unique and quality
items, everyday items at an
affordable price. Hence, the
name, The Basic Shop. Im
proud to say that we have
something for everyone.
Our fashion ranges from
bohemian to formal, with
sizes ranging from petite
through plus size. Our
bath and body products are
organic and eco friendly and
our home dcor lines are
either recycled, give back to
a community group or are
locally crafted. Its amazing
to have the ability to give
back. In the past year, Ive
had the opportunity to get
to know my community
and truly look forward
to becoming even more
involved in the future.
Contemporary
Womens Fashions,
Unique Home Goods
and Specialty Gifts
3717 Taylor Rd, Loomis | 916-778-6819

www.thebasicshop-unique.com
Modernized Vintage Rustic Relics

Unique Gifts for Teachers,
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LOOMIS
Raise funds AND

blow THE roof off
The Goose
NATIONAL AND LOCAL MUSICIANS COME
TOGETHER FOR THE FIFTH BE THE CHANGE
WINTER MUSIC FESTIVAL.
SUBMITTED BY NANCY PRICE
PHOTOS ARE COURTESY TO FOOTHILL
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Jamming: The band Pablo Cruise will perform at Be the Change.
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Be The Change benefit concert is hosted by Loomis residents Steve and Nancy Price.
I have played a lot of gigs in my 40-plus years as a musician. This concert is by far my favorite gig to play, and the
most satisfying, since every dime we raise goes directly to
the charities, Steve Price, founding member and drummer
of Pablo Cruise said.
The past events have raised a lot of proceeds for the
nonprofits, and we hope to do the same this year. Steve
and I are so grateful to our sponsors, everyone who attends
the show, and everyone involved that help make it possible.
We are all volunteers, our family and friends, both on and
off stage. It is such a magical evening, and helping to make
life a little better for those less fortunate is what it is all
about, Nancy Price added.
Dana Moret is a longtime friend who has been a part of
this event with Steve and Nancy from its inception.
Having been lucky enough to share the stage with the
Be the Change ultra pro-lineup since the first event, you
can feel the electricity in the room before the show even
starts every year. The true meaning of the night hits you
as soon as you go outside to catch your breath and that
cold air blasts you. Thats when you really realize what
youre really doing this for. A whole lot of lives have been
changed with the proceeds of this event. Im so proud to be
involved, Moret said.
The benefit concert features the band Pablo Cruise; Jeff
Keith and Frank Hannon of TESLA; Dana Moret and Jimmy
Papastathis of Mr. December; Paul Holdgate of Night
Moves; Brad Lang formerly of Y&T and currently of RATT;
members of Garratt Wilkin and The Parrot Heads; Nashville
singer-song writer Jaime Kyle; local singer songwriter
Lariska Bryski and Willy Seltzer; Annie Sampson of Stoneground, and several other immensely talented local artists
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along with some surprise guest artists, all taking the stage for this
worthy cause. Master of ceremonies is Doug Thomas of 96.9 The
Eagle.
This not-to-miss show is noteworthy as it combines this line up
of incredible musicians on stage in one night.
In addition, there will be meals, soft drinks, beer, wine, and cocktails available for purchase at the event. Raffle and silent auction
items will be available for purchase as a donation to the cause that
will make great holiday gifts.
A live auction will be held that includes an autographed guitar
signed by all members of Pablo Cruise, and Greg Allman, Edgar
Winter, Steve Lukather, Gregg Rolie, Todd Rundgren, Greg Bissonette, Richard Page (includes certificate of authenticity); as well as a
drum kit owned and played by Steve Price of Pablo Cruise, signed by
all artists performing at the event.
BE THE CHANGE
Doors open at 5 p.m., show starts

at 6 p.m. Dec. 3
The Blue Goose Event
Center, 3550 Taylor Road, Loomis
Info: bethechange.cc,
info@bethechange.cc
or 916-230-8129.
All proceeds benefit The Gathering Inn in Placer County offering

homeless individuals and families hope, dignity and a warm and
secure place to rest at night, and Gold Country Wildlife Rescue in
support of their continued work in rescuing, rehabilitating, and
releasing wildlife in Placer County; both nonprofit organizations.
The Gathering Inn works tirelessly every year to meet the high
demand for beds and shelter during the cold winter nights. With
homelessness on the rise, to include families and children, funding
is desperately needed in order to keep their operation going.
Gold Country Wildlife Rescue treats more than 3,000 injured and
orphaned wildlife year round, at no cost to the community. They
rely solely on donations to continue in their mission to help wildlife
struggling to survive in a diminished habitat.
There will be a special Champagne Meet and Greet from 4:30 to
5 p.m. with front row seats to the show for 30 VIP ticket holders.
There is also a limited amount of VIP tables for sale which includes
show tickets and meals for eight. All ages are welcome and children
under 10 are free.
The past two events have sold out so early ticket purchase is
advised.
Support the community and enjoy an epic evening of fun, food,
friends, and phenomenal music. Be The Change in the life of
another.
the
FALL GATHERING
Cowboy Poetry
Music & Stories
November 10-13, 2016
All Performances will be held at
BLUE GOOSE
EVENT CENTER
3550 Taylor Road, Loomis
ONLINE TICKET SALES!

CowpokeFallGathering.com
or call 1-866-967-8167
Information Only:
916-652-6290
ALL SEATING RESERVED
$45 (first 9 rows) $35
APPEARING
Joel Nelson
J. Parson
Bill Brewster
Rusty Richards
Larry Maurice
Jeff Severson
This event is 4 days on non-stop fun, tradition and a
time to celebrate one of Americans favorite icons, the
Cowboy. The show is brought to life with many laughs
and stories but can also bring a tear to your eye.
Come join us, you will be glad you did.

100% of the proceeds from the 2016
Cowpoke Fall Gathering will go to local charities
This years beneficiaries are:
Ride to Walk South Wellness Within
Placer Heritage Foundation
Be sure and check our website for the full line-up of this years entertainers
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THE LAST WORD
OUR FAVORITE COOKIE RECIPES

SOUR CREAM TWISTS
Cut 1/2 lb of butter into 3-1/2 cups of flour
Add:
1 cup of sour cream
1 beaten egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 pkg yeast dissolved in 1/2 cup of water
WALNUT CRESCENTS
Dough:
3 cups flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1 cup margarine
3 egg yolks, slightly beaten
3 to 5 tablespoons milk
Slightly beaten egg white & sugar
for topping
Walnut Filling (simply mix together):
2 cups finely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup sugar
2 egg whites slightly beaten
Combine flour and sugar. Cut in
margarine until crumbly. Combine
egg yolks and 3 tablespoons milk.

Add to flour mixture, mixing lightly
until dough begins to stick together.
Add more milk if necessary to make
a soft dough. Turn out on lightly
floured board and press dough
together. Divide in half. Roll each
half to 1/16 inch thickness. Cut with
3 inch round cutter. Place on cookie
sheet (ungreased). Drop one teaspoonful of walnut filling in center
of each cookie. Fold cookie in half to
cover filling and seal edges together
securely. Shape into crescent. Brush
top of each cookie with slightly
beaten egg white. Sprinkle with
granulated sugar. Bake in hot oven
at 400 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes.
Makes about 5 dozen.
MARYANNE JODOIN
Mix by hand
Chill 2 hours
Sprinkle 1 cup of granulated sugar on a board and
roll dough out into a long strip and fold each end to the
middle, roll again. Do this 3 or 4 times.
Divide the dough in half, roll out each piece into a
strip 6 x 12. Cut into strips 1/2 x 6. Fold in half and
twist. Place 3 inches apart on baking sheet.
Bake 20 minutes.
SUSAN MORIN
PEANUT BUTTER MOLASSES

CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
Photo by Julie Miller
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1/2 cup sugar

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup old-fashioned peanut butter
1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
2 tablespoons molasses
1 egg
1 1/4 cup flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon sea salt
12 ounce bag of semi-sweet chocolate
chips
Heat oven 375 degrees.
Beat sugars, peanut butter, butter and

molasses with mixer on medium speed.
Add egg and mix until fully combined.
Add flour, baking soda, baking powder
and salt. Dough will be sticky. Stir in
chocolate chips.
Drop 2 1/2-inch wide by 1-inch
spoonfuls on cookie sheet, placed about
three to four inches apart.
Bake 10-12 minutes or until the
bottom edges of the cookies are slightly
brown.
Cool on cookie sheets on rack before
removing cookies. Store cookies in air
tight containers to keep them softer and
fresher longer.
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HOT PROPERTY
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Auburn
$975,000
MLS# 16056173
Agent: Gene M. Cain
Foothill Living Real Estate
530-305-5982
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Over the years, this beautiful1910 built country farmhouse has been owned by only a handful
of families. During that time, each family put their own touches and improvements on the
home and property. It is ideally located 6 miles to Old Town Auburn, 30 miles to downtown
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SOLD REAL ESTATE

ALPINE MEADOWS
135 Alpine Meadows Rd
2090 Chalet Rd 1
1591 Squaw Valley Rd 25
1353 Pine Trl
400 Squaw Creek Rd 556
APPLEGATE
SALE PRICE
$360,000
$445,000
$575,000
$620,000
$925,000
$925,000
$925,000
SALE PRICE
22 Maywood Ln
700 Pine Knoll Rd
100 Maywood Ln
280 Applegate School Rd
355 Cuckoo Ct
AUBURN
$195,000
$305,000
$424,000
$460,000
$599,000
SALE PRICE
3597 Galena Dr 2
3565 Sapphire Dr 2
826 Live Oak Way
145 Easy Way
260 Daniels Dr
234 Sawyer St
10895 Ophir Rd
183 Electric St
136 Grace St
266 Live Oak St
216 Fulweiler Ave
11755 Jones St
1115 Bridle Ct
$89,500
$115,000
$127,000
$186,000
$195,000
$243,000
$250,000
$260,000
$267,500
$270,000
$280,000
$285,000
$294,000
AUBURN
848 Matson Dr
2520 Bald Hill Rd
165 Pinewood Way
271 Center St
9885 Michelle Dr
1331 Wesley Ln
125 Mulberry Ln
411 Sacramento St
1744 Lilac Ln
11135 Tahoe St
2588 Allen Dr
310 Huntley Ave
10141 Sueda Ranch Rd
185 E Placer St
1725 Foxridge Cir
1475 Foxridge Cir
480 Aeolia Dr
13130 Luther Rd
1479 Radcliffe Way
12240 Rio Oso Rd
235 Marvin Way
2700 Campbell Dr
9610 Upper Valley Rd
2597 Sullivan Dr
12500 Marcelais Ct
4780 Winding Way
87 Sylvan Vista Dr
11059 Caballo Cir
2355 Bald Hill Rd
The following transactions took place between

July 20-Aug. 16, 2016.
Information provided by Core Logic.
SALE PRICE
$312,000
$325,000
$325,000
$325,000
$335,000
$335,000
$340,000
$343,000
$350,000
$355,000
$357,500
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$399,000
$415,000
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$425,000
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$465,000
$485,000
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$489,000
$495,000
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AUBURN
SALE PRICE
1329 Merry Knoll Rd

883 Supreme Ct
584 Sawka Dr
4811 Grey Fox Ln
3000 Eagles Nest
1260 Live Oak Ln
1730 Vista Del Monte
1775 Vista Del Monte
225 Kilham Rd
11425 Cramer Rd
1815 Christian Valley Rd
14550 Curry Ct
9855 Spyglass Cir
609 Lakeridge Dr
10750 Lone Star Rd
CARNELIAN BAY
5101 N Lake Blvd 109
5101 N Lake Blvd 36
5688 Victoria Rd
480 Northridge Dr
621 Tripoli Rd
5385 N Lake Blvd
4430 Muletail Dr
COLFAX
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$549,000
$559,000
$575,000
$600,000
$620,000
$625,000
$635,000
$700,000
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$940,000
$950,000
$996,000
$1,200,000
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$347,500
$390,000
$409,000
$417,000
$505,000
$575,000
$750,000
SALE PRICE
208 Foster Rd
23695 Grand View Way
33 Lincoln St
$217,000
$250,000
$252,000
Sierra Pacific Real Estate

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COLFAX
475 Alpine Dr
28050 Manzanita Trl
23610 Grand View Way
525 Hideout Ln
955 Old Bridge Rd
545 Washington Irving Dr
799 Hamlett Pl
EMIGRANT GAP
49127 Luken Way
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28390 Foresthill Rd
3365 Gas Canyon Ct
6680 New Bath Rd
6450 Hidden Treasure Rd
5165 Melody Ln
5844 Cold Springs Dr
22125 Foresthill Rd
6640 Dahlberg Ct
29295 Ridge View Rd
KINGS BEACH
1001 Commonwealth Dr 194
8797 Cutthroat Ave
8617 Brook Ave
8619 Dolly Varden Ave
8320 Loch Levon Ave
1215 Whitehall Ave
LOOMIS
3941 Bankhead Rd
3569 Sun Knoll Dr
5830 Tudor Way
5750 Tudor Way
3500 Sun Knoll Dr
5700 Tudor Way
4249 Laird Rd
3870 S Holly St
4110 Miners Trl
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8060 Quinn Pl
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17990 Crother Hills Rd
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17366 Lakeview Hills Rd
$362,500
$470,000
$480,000
$495,000
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$1,475,000
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540 Columbia Dam Rd

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7375 Ridge Rd
2300 Brennans Point Rd
1325 Kentucky Greens Way
2035 Mceachern Ln
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201 Squaw Peak Rd 257
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5598 Spruce Rd
6720 Soda Springs Rd
5261 Palisade Rd
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3115 Fabian Way
425 Chinquapin Ln
321 W Lake Blvd
2350 Lake Blvd 29
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$415,000
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$600,000
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3600 N Lake Blvd 189
1411 Sequoia Ave
230 Talmont Cir
81 Observation Dr
491 Club Dr
20 Tahoma Ave
2350 Star Hbr 20
285 Tahoe Woods Blvd
1435 Alpine Way
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6750 N Lake Blvd 6G
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7609 Forest Glenn Dr
1281 Jester Ct
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$700,000
$808,000
$840,000
$905,000
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$305,000
$522,000
$665,000
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$450,000
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$479,000
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870 Joseph Gray
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7945 Lahontan Dr
$2,450,000
765 John Mckinney
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$3,307,500
9625 Dunsmuir Way
$3,495,000
8460 Newhall Dr
$3,657,500
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$3,825,000
10625 Dutton Ct
$3,900,000
2607 Elsinore Ct
$4,250,000
8330 Kenarden Dr
$5,150,000
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Tuesday, Nov. 1
FOOTHILL CALENDAR OF EVENTS
SMALL GEMS EXHIBIT from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Sundays through Wednesdays; from 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Thursdays through Saturdays through Dec. 31 at Auburn Old Town Gallery, 218 Washington St., Auburn.
Reception from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 4. Info: (530)
887-9150, auburnoldtowngallery.com.
Wednesday, Nov. 2
SHOOK TWINS AND RABBIT WILDE, twin harmonies layered upon acoustic and electric instrumentation, will perform at 8:30 p.m. at Miners Foundry,
325 Spring St., Nevada City. Info: minersfoundry.org/
event/shook-twins-rabbit-wilde.
FARMERS MARKET from 4-7 p.m. Wednesdays at
the Sierra Vista Community Center, 55 School St. in
Colfax. Info: (530) 346-8726.
Thursday, Nov. 3
FARM STAND open from 2-7 p.m. Thursdays and
Fridays at Foothill Roots Farm, 17565 Placer Hills
Road, Meadow Vista. Come for the fresh produce
and find fresh baked bread from The Baker and The
Cakemaker, and pasture raised chicken eggs from
Local Yolk. Info: foothillrootsfarm.com.
See Nov. 11 listing
Friday, Nov. 4
Saturday, Nov. 5
PLACER ARTS STUDIO TOUR PREVIEW EXHIBIT

Reception from 6-8 p.m. at the General Gomez Arts
and Events Center, 808 Lincoln Way in Auburn. Exhibit open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through Nov.
17. Info: (530) 885-5670, placerarts.org.
DANA ROSS ARTIST EXHIBIT from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Tuesdays to Thursdays; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fridays and
Saturdays; 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 15
at Reclaim by Design, 3700 Grass Valley Highway in
Auburn.
THE RHYTHM RIDERS: A JOHNNY CASH/PATSY

CLINE TRIBUTE SHOW at 7:30 p.m. at the State
Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way in Auburn. Cost: $35.
Event also features American Pride, a Statler Brothers Tribute Show. Info: (530) 885-0156, livefromauburn.com.
40TH ANNUAL DONNER LAKE TURKEY TROT

RUN Starts: 9 a.m.; walkers at10 a.m. Mashed Potato
Mile; 10:30 a.m. Turkey Trot all starts from the West
End Beach at Donner Lake. Cost: $10-$40. Proceeds
benefit the ASC Training Center Junior Nordic Team.
Rain or shine event features 7.2 mile run around the
lake, the Mashed Potato Mile, and fun run/walk.
Info: (530) 426-3313, auburnskiclub.com.
COLFAX LIONESS COAT DRIVE. Donations needed

by Dec. 1. Coats to be given away Dec. 10. Kids,
toddlers, boys and girls warm winter coats urgently
needed. All coats are used and every coast is needed.
For donations, information and pickup call: Geri at
(530) 346-7426.
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VETERANS DAY PARADE
THUNDER COVER at 9 p.m. at The Country Club

Saloon, 4007 Taylor Road in Loomis. Info: keepsmilinpromotions.com.
Thursday, Nov. 10
THE GEEZER GIG WITH BOB WOODS AND

SWAMPBILLY from 5-8 p.m. followed at 9 p.m. by
Flat Busted at The Country Club Saloon, 4007 Taylor
Road in Loomis. Info: keepsmilinpromotions.com.
FRANKENSTEIN at 7 p.m. Nov. 10, 11, 12, 17 and

19 at Colfax Performing Arts Center, 24995 Ben Taylor
Road in Colfax. Tickets: $10 adult, $7 student. Info:
colfaxpac.org.
ALADDIN JR. at 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m.

Sundays through Nov. 13 at the McLaughlin Theatre
Company, 3470 Swetzer Road in Loomis. Tickets: $15
general; $12 seniors, students; $8 children 12 and
under. Info: (916) 652-6377, mtctheatre.org.
COWPOKE FALL GATHERING will have a great

group of poets, singers and storytellers on this years
schedule. Nov. 10-13 at Blue Goose Fruit Shed, 3550
Taylor Road, Loomis. Info: (916) 652-6290, cowpokefallgathering.com.
OLLI ORCHESTRA CONCERT is a free classical

music concert featuring music based on folk melodies by composers Bach, Dvorak and Haydn. 7:30
p.m. at Sierra College, 50 Sierra College Drive, Grass
Valley. No tickets, no reservations, free concert, free
parking.
Friday, Nov. 11
HONORING ALL WHO SERVED 2016 AUBURN
AREA VETERANS DAY PARADE begins at 10:50 a.m.
at the upper end of Lincoln Way, pausing at 11 a.m.
at Central Square for release of doves, fly-over, rifle
volley salute and taps; continuing afterwards to the
Gold Country Fairgrounds, Placer Building. Info: (530)
885-3731, auburnveteransparade.org.
THE ANNUAL PLACERARTS STUDIOS TOUR invites

the public to discover and explore the world of visual
art, get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative
process and meet the artists within their studios and
galleries. This is a self-guided driving tour. 10 a.m. - 5
p.m. Nov. 11-13. Get the guide at placerarts.org.
23RD ANNUAL PLACER ARTS STUDIO TOUR
from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. through Nov. 13 a self-guided
driving tour throughout Placer County featuring 77
artists showing and demonstrating 40 art at studios
and locations. Free. Maps and info: (530) 885-5670,
placerarts.org.
MUSIC ON THE DIVIDE PRESENTS: WEIMAR
ACADEMY CHOIR from 3-5 p.m. at the IOOF Hall,
corner of Highway 193 and Main St. in Georgetown.
Tickets: $20, available at the door. Young group of
instrumentalists and vocalists returns for a fourth
time to inspire the spirit of the season. Info: (530)
621-4344, musiconthedivide.org.
Saturday, Nov. 12
3RD ANNUAL HOEDOWN FOR HEROES from 6-10
p.m. at the Auburn Veterans Hall, 100 East St. in
Auburn. Cost: $25 advance, $30 at the door. Event
features no-host bar, raffle and live music with
Ashley Barron, full tri-tip dinner. Hosted by VFW
904. Info: (530) 613-5893.
Sunday, Nov. 13
CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS AND CRAFT FAIRE
from noon - 3 p.m. at the Flower Farm Caf, Nursery
and Casque Tasting Room, 4150 Auburn Folsom
Road in Loomis. Event features quilts from the
Loomis Loonies Quilt Group, music, quilting and
textile demonstrations and sales, special foods and
free wine samples. Info: (916) 652-4200, flowerfarminn.com.
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FOOTHILL CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Saturday, Dec. 3
THE NUTCRACKER ballet will be performed at 1

and 5 p.m. Dec. 3, 10; noon and 4 p.m. Dec. 4, 11;
10 a.m. Dec. 9 (school performance); at Placer High
Theatre, 275 Orange St., Auburn. (916) 630-7820 or
placertheatreballet.org.
MOUNTAIN MANDARIN ORCHARD DAYS features
artists and crafters, mandarin product sampling,
wine and ale tasting, Santa, farm animals, you-pick
mandarins and kids activities. First and third weekends in December at area farms. For locations and
more information, visit: mountainmandarins.com.
Sunday, Dec. 4
MOUNTAIN MANDARIN FESTIVAL

See Nov. 18 listing.
Thursday, Nov. 17
Friday, Nov. 25
CINEBREW SERIES THE BIG LEBOWSKI at 7 p.m.

at the State Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way in Auburn.
Tickets: $8 film only; $15 film, craft beer and popcorn. Info: (530) 885-0156, livefromauburn.com.
COUNTRY CHRISTMAS FAIRE will have strolling

live entertainment, festival foods, the magical
gingerbread house exhibit, errand elves, and a
community bonfire. Wagon rides offered; and Victorian singers, and the Sierra Symphony quartet will
perform throughout the event. 10 a.m. at Nevada
County Fairgrounds, 11228 McCourtney Road, Grass
Valley. Info: nevadacountyfair.com/country-christmas-faire.
Friday, Nov.18
2016 MOUNTAIN MANDARIN FESTIVAL features
chocolate-covered fresh mandarins, mandarin pizza,
or pulled pork, and English scones with mandarin
curd. Visitors can take home mandarin barbecue
sauces, syrups, olive oils, dressings and dozens of other
mandarin inspired concoctions. Nov. 18-20 at Auburn
Gold Country Fairgrounds, 1273 High St., Auburn. Info:
mandarinfestival.com.
Saturday, Nov. 19
RISING APPALACHIA will perform their collection
of sounds, stories, and songs steeped in tradition
and a devotion to world culture. 8 p.m. at The Center
for the Arts, 314 W Main St., Grass Valley. Info:
thecenterforthearts.org, (530) 274-8384.
Sunday, Nov. 20
HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIRE from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at
the Flower Farm Caf, Nursery and Casque Tasting
Room, 4150 Auburn Folsom Road in Loomis. Event
features live music, artist demonstrations and sales
of locally made arts and crafts. Info: (916) 652-4200,
flowerfarminn.com.
BOB MILNE: RAGTIME AND BOOGIE WOOGIE is
considered to be the best ragtime/boogie-woogie
pianist in the world. Milne was filmed and documented for future generations in 2004 during three
days of interviews at the Library of Congress, and
was declared a National Treasure at the conclusion.
2- 4 p.m. at State Theatre, 985 Lincoln Way, Auburn.
Info: (530) 885-0156 or livefromauburn.com.
Thursday, Nov. 24
THANKSGIVING
CORNISH CHRISTMAS takes place on Mill and

West Main Streets and filled with the sights and
sounds of an old-fashioned Christmas with carolers,
jugglers, musicians, the Grass Valley Cornish Carol
Choir, Tommyknocker Cloggers and Santa Claus.
Handmade arts and craft as well as food and drink
are available. Info: downtowngrassvalley.com/gvda-events/cornish-christmas.
Saturday, Nov. 26
VICTORIAN HOLIDAY FAIRE brings together artists
of High Hand Art Gallery and guest artists for a
family-oriented, steampunk-themed fair. There will
be costumes, carolers, food, and fun for all. 10 a.m.
- 5 p.m. Nov. 26 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 27 at High
Hand Art Gallery, 3750 Taylor Road, Loomis. Info:
(916) 259-4298 or highhandgallery.com.
Friday, Dec. 2
HOLIDAY IN THE HILLS from 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. at the
Casque Tasting Room, 4150 Auburn Folsom Road in
Loomis. Donate a new toy to enjoy complimentary
tastings and small bites. Proceeds benefit Placer
County Toys for Tots. Visit with Santa from noon to
4 p.m. in the Caf weekends through Dec. 17 and receive a photo. Info: (916) 652-4200, flowerfarminn.
com.
THE GEEZER GIG WITH BOB WOODS AND
SWAMPBILLY from 5-8 p.m. at The Country Club
Saloon, 4007 Taylor Road in Loomis. Party like an
animal and be in bed by 10 p.m. Info: keepsmilinpromotions.com.
NEVADA CITY VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS will feature

roasted chestnuts and hearty holiday foods, along
with street vendors with authentic Christmas
treasures handcrafted candy, jewelry, pottery, perfume, dolls, and more. 1:30-6 p.m. Sundays Dec 4,
11 and 18 and 5-9 p.m. Wednesdays, Dec. 14 and 21.
Info: nevadacitychamber.com/nevada-city-events/
victorian-christmas.
Monday, Dec. 5
FORESTHILL CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING will
start off the Christmas season with caroling, hot
cocoa and more. Be sure to have your childs
(complimentary) photo taken with Santa. 5 p.m. at
Library/Community Center, Main Street, Foresthill.
Info: foresthillchamber.org.
Friday, Dec. 9
TIDINGS OF PEACE - CHILDREN CHORUS CONCERT
CHILDREN will be in its fifth season. Eighty children
ages 5 to 18 will sing as part of nonprofit chorus. 7
p.m. Dec. 9 and 10 at Auburn Placer Performing Arts
Center, State Theater, 985 Lincoln Way, Auburn. Info
and tickets at: onevoiceperformingarts.org.
POOR MANS WHISKEY KEEP SMILIN AUBURN
with Coral Creek will perform 7 p.m. at Auburn
Events Center, 145 Elm Ave., Auburn. Info and tickets
at: eventbrite.com.
Saturday, Dec. 10
COUNTRY CHRISTMAS IN OLD TOWN AUBURN
will have crafters and artists with their wares on sale
for that special one-of-a-kind Christmas gift, great
food and entertainment and pictures with Santa.
5 - 9 p.m. on streets of Old Town Auburn. Info: (530)
451-6822, oldtownauburnca.com.
Saturday, Dec. 17
FLEA MARKET from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. the third Saturday of each month at the Sierra Vista Community
Center, 55 School St. in Colfax. Info: (530) 346-8726.
WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA REMEMBRANCE
& WREATH LAYING CEREMONY honors veterans
buried in Auburn. The community is invited to sponsor wreaths either for their loved ones or just out of
the kindness of their hearts. 9 a.m. at New Auburn
Cemetery, 1040 Collins Drive and 12868 Erin Drive in
Auburn. (530) 885-1428.
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