July 2009

Home Sweet Home

More than one in every four Californians is a baby boomer, born between 1946 and 1964. We are about to experience explosive growth in our retirement population as boomers reach retirement age in...

by Lynell Ross

Energy Drinks

For many Americans needing a “pick-me-up,” energy drinks have become as popular in this decade as coffee was in the ‘90s, and Jolt Cola was in the ‘80s.

Lynn Machon

Global Vision

I’ll be the first to admit, I’m an interior makeover madman. Set my sights on one object in an antique store and soon I’m comparing fabrics at Sally’s and sampling paint swatches at Home...

by Darren Elms

Expanding Horizons

When Folsom native, James Crader, first heard about an opportunity through Sacramento State to study architecture and interior design in Venice, he knew he had to jump at the chance.

by Melissa Camilleri Magliola

Take a Trip Back

Be careful how you pack for vacation this summer. As a kid it got me in trouble right in front of a bunch of nuns.

by Tom Mailey

The Vine - Selections from Local Connoisseurs

Dkcellars is one of my favorite foothill wineries. Dave and Kim Pratt really love what they do and they really put their best into every bottle.

by Russell Reyes

What a Trip!

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

by Gail Beckman

Keep Perspective

Families tend to experience similar issues related to the changing seasons. While my questions for this month are based on specific situations, there are themes wrapped throughout that frequently...

Mr. Kebab & Falafel

A trip to Mr. Kebab and Falafel in Folsom was just the place to experience the distinctive flavors of Mediterranean cuisine.

by Aimee Mundy

Introducing...Bocca Catering

Bocca Catering is a specialized full-service catering company committed to delivering unique-quality event experiences. In 1999, I read in the Business Journal about an organization that had a lot...

Introducing...GNC El Dorado Hills

GNC is the world’s largest company of its kind devoted exclusively to providing the highest quality in specialty supplements and sports nutrition, diet and energy products. We were looking to...

Introducing...Gabbard Wellness Group

We wanted to stay healthy and help others to do the same. We believe that utilizing preventative and alternative remedies for various ailments that we all experience as we grow older is the right...

Introducing...Bicycle Planet

A bike shop can be an intimidating place for a new cyclist. I wanted to provide a relaxed and informative atmosphere plus offer the best bikes and accessories for the casual rider up to the...

Curried Chicken Pitas

This Red Pit recipe from the Silva kitchen is easy to make and well balanced. This recipe goes in the fridge to be pulled out at any time for a convenient and nutritious meal!

by the Silva Family

Rhubarb Crunch

My grandmother made this with love!

by Harriet Waite (Wendy Sipple’s grandmother)

Photographer Jerry Fairlie

Jerry Fairlie credits his love of birds to his dad. Every weekend Jerry’s dad, a nature counselor for the Boy Scouts, would take him and a group of scouts bird watching. You’d think that’d be...

by Bill Romanelli

2009 Folsom Family Expo & Wellness Festival

It's the 4th Annual Folsom Family Expo & Wellness Festival presented by Style magazines in association with Mercy!

What's Going on Folsom and El Dorado Hills

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

Twin Towers

To say that mothers have their hands full raising their children may just be the biggest understatement ever floated. Anyone who has reared an infant, lived through the terrible twos and survived...

by Jenn Thornton

Cool Stuff We've Found in Folsom and El Dorado Hills

We scour the area for cool stuff for you, your family, your home and more! Check out our SWAG column!