September 2010

Picture Perfect

Thanks to the flashy passions of fine art photographers (undeniable masters of their craft and “momentary” preservationists), we can enjoy moments of beauty over and over again. This month...

by Darren Elms and LeeAnn Dickson

Chicago Pizza & Burgers, and Indian Cuisine

Some eateries boast a penchant for a particular dish that they call their specialty. However, Chicago Pizza & Burgers breaks the norm and offers more excellent signature items than most!

Eco-Friendly Territory

by Jenn Talley

The Remodel

Hiring the right contractor for your project is the most important decision you will make. Utilizing a professional contractor will ensure that your project is done correctly, within the legal...

by Paul Strother

Baby Face

Sustaining Youth with Anti-Aging Agents

by Jacqueline Renfrow

Redwood City

Redwood City, California is known as a hub for technology industry headquarters, but it has much to offer those who wish to escape gadget-ville for a blissful weekend away – exquisite dining,...

by Jenn Talley

Communication 101

The car is packed with everything but the kitchen sink – clothes, linens, desk supplies, even a mini-refrigerator – and your child is heading off to college. As you check items off the list,...

by Janet Scherr

Dial Tone

Growing up, my family had one telephone and it was bolted to the kitchen wall. Forget a second phone though, that was too outlandish for my dad. Only rich people had multiple. His idea of an...

by Tom Mailey

Then & Now

Album, Book and Film reviews

12 Local Wines Uncorked

In the world of serious wine tasting, there’s a clever acronym, A.B.C., which stands for Anything But Cabernet (or Chardonnay).

by Lynn Machon

Art & Wine

If you're a crossword lover, then you'll love our WordPlay!

by Gail Beckman

American River Conservancy

For more than 20 years, the American River Conservancy has been preserving the wildlife habitat along the 17 rivers flowing down the western slope of the Sierra Nevada.

by Jenn Thornton

Introducing...Diamond Central Building Materials

Diamond Central Building Materials is a one-stop shop for masonry and landscape supplies for the professional, homeowner and do-it-yourselfer.

Introducing...Affordable Furniture & Blinds

Bridgett had 20 years of experience in the furniture business. When they moved to Paul’s hometown (Placerville) she saw a need for a local, high-quality furniture store. And being the great...

Get to Know...Todd Stanley

Every fall for the past six years, Coloma resident Todd Stanley has said goodbye to this idyllic season – not to mention his wife and two children – and headed north (along with brother Doug),...

by Tom Mailey

Goings on in the El Dorado County Foothills Area!

We keep our ears to the ground to find out what's going on in the local area...our What's Up? Column!

Purple Popstars

We scour El Dorado County for cool stuff for you, your family, your home and more! Check out our SWAG column

by Alexa Hess

Bulls vs. Bears

Entertainment was scarce, to say the least, but the people in communities throughout the Mother Lode managed to amuse themselves. One of the clear favorite leisure-time activities was the bull and...

by Lisa M. Butler