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Pictured here: Zander Newman (lead vocals), Jake Gonzaga (percussion/vocals), EvanYoshino (lead guitar/vocals), Manny Roposo (ryhthm guitar/vocals), Darrick Dixon (bassguitar/vocals)

Splash Pad for Discovery Bay Park

Sucker Punch Rocks the Wild IdolThese 13-year-old musicians

demonstrated they can play withthe big dogs, at their audition atthe Wild Idol in January. SuckerPunch band is comprised entirelyof 8th grade, honor roll studentsfrom Excelsior Middle School.

This local band played twohours with of rock 'n roll, coveringartists from Green Day and Blink182 to Aerosmith. The group playslocal and regional venues andcontinues to gain exposure aroundthe Bay Area.

On Friday, January 28, SuckerPunch performed in the ExcelsiorSchool Talent Show and won thePeople's Choice award raising over$400 for Kaliedoscope. They werealso proclaimed Best All AroundWinner taking home a $100 prize.

Mike Guzzardo,Awarded Citizenof the Year

The Discovery Bay Chamberof Commerce honored it’s finestcitizens at the annual State ofthe Town Banquet on Jan. 22.

Mike Guzzardo won thehonor of Citizen of the Year, duelargely to his work protecting theDelta and Discovery Bay, oppos-ing the Delta Two Gates Projectand proposed conveyance sys-tem, and also for his continuedorganization of the Paddle forFame event. The Citizen of theYear title means that Guzzardowill be the Grand Marshal of the2011 Parade-of-Lights.

Rick Pierce and Pierce Chi-ropractic Group was presentedwith the Business of the Yeartitle, along with thanks for hiswork in the community – includ-ing the Parade-of-Lights, andsupport of local athletes.

Virgil Koehne was surprisedwith the prestigious President’sCircle Award, a lifetime achieve-ment-type award. The formerTown Manager (and tirelesscommunity volunteer) received astanding ovation for his years ofservice both on and off the job.

Congratulations to thesedeserving D.B. residents!

Ravenswood Park, located atCullen and Bronte Drives, is betterknown as "Pirate Park" to locals,due to it's pirate ship-shaped playstructure. In addition, the parkalso features a play ground, largegrass field, barbeques, picnictables, and benches.

Now under construction at thepark is a new "Splash Pad" waterplay area and solar lighting proj-ect, expected to be completed inMarch - well ahead of the hot Dis-covery Bay summer. The SplashPad will include a thirty-foot diam-eter Splash Zone, and an addi-tional five-foot perimeter splashfree zone. Water fountains will beemitted from ground level sprays,

Construction of a new water play area has begun at Ravenswood Park in Discovery Bay.

triggered by an activator so a childhas to be there to turn it on, cre-ating water tunnels, fountains,and a variety of different waterformations, all set to a timer.

Fairin Perez, Landscape Man-ager for the Town of Discovery Bay,describes the Splash Zone as "acompletely interactive play area.It's so exciting to see it completed."

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AREA SPORTS

Sixth Grade Girls Go Undefeated!Excelsior Middle School 6th Grade Girls ended their season with a

10-0 record. They were undefeated in season play. Some girls were hon-ored by their teammates at the Fall Sports Banquet. Brooke-lynn Santoswas named Most Versatile. Kai Bohannon was honored with the 100%Award. Donjhai Holland was awarded for being the Most Inspirational.The Coach's Award went to Rheeza Gurion. All the girls played with a lotof heart and determination. Not only were they standouts on the courtbut made the grades as well. They were all recognized for excellentgrades at the Renaissance Rally. Congratulations Girls!

1st row kneeling: Bailey Dow, Donjhai Holland, Rheeza Gurion, Mena Poss, Brooke-lynnSantos, Sophia Mapalo

2nd row standing: Charles Miller, Elaine Landro (School Board President), Kai Bohannon,Arianna Perez, Lexi Scriven, Pamela Grissom, Rebecca Brantome, Malia Bonte, CoachDavid Bohannon. Missing is Coach James Mapalo.

Cheerleaders Back In Action at Excelsior

GREATFORSKI LOVERS


BONEHEAD BOATER

When You JustCan't Wait toGet on Board

Thanks to Delta Sun TimesDaily News blog subscriber,"Nancy," for this great BoneheadBoater submission! You've earnedyourself a $25 gift card to theBoardwalk Grill!

New boat owner Discovers thedifficulty of attempting to transitSuisun Bay by himself. Wind andcurrents can make that tripchallenging for the new boater.It's important to have good anchorgear and to be familiar with properdeployment.

Send your Bonehead Boater stories and photos [email protected].

We love to hear from you!

Contributed by: Captain Philip Delano,Vessel Assist SF Bay & Delta

BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

PRESIDENT'S CIRCLE AWARD

Rick Pierce, of PierceChiropractic Group,accepted the award forDiscovery Bay Businessof the Year.

Virgil Koehne acceptsthe Discovery BayChamber of CommercePresident's CircleAward, for outstandingcommunity service.

FEBRUARY 6:Super Bowl Party at BoardwalkGrill, Marina Road, DiscoveryBay. 3:00 PM - BBQ Buffet: Fea-turing Ribs, Chicken, Wings, PorkTenderloin, Potato Salad, Beans,Chili, Corn Bread, and othergame time favorites. $19.99 perperson. For reservations, call(925) 513-2499

FEBRUARY 5:Bethel Island Chamber AnnualCrab Feed. $35 per person, allthe crab you can eat, includingpasta, bread and salad. No hostbar at 5:00 pm, dinner at 6:00pm. Contact (925) 684-3220for tickets.

FEBRUARY 9:Delta Chambers Mixer atStrange Cargo in Locke. For info,call (916) 777-4041.

FEBRUARY 13:Delta Discovery Cruises Valen-tines Champagne BrunchCruise with Live Jazz. Celebratewith your sweetheart on Cham-pagne Brunch cruise with live jazzmusic. Enjoy a full Brunch andcomplimentary champagne. Price$59.00 per person Time:11:00-2:00 pm. Contact: Heather,Phone: 925-252-9300, Email:[email protected].

FEBRUARY 13:Delta Discovery Cruises Valen-tines Dinner Cruise. RomanticValentines Dinner Cruise time:6:00-9:00 pm $65.00 per per-son, 3-course dinner and 3 hourcruise. Choice of Beef Burgundyor Chicken Cordon Bleu servedwith rosemary mashed potatoes,gourmet salad and cheesecake.Contact: Heather, Phone: 925-252-9300, Email Address:[email protected].

FEBRUARY


FEBRUARY 14:Valentine's Day Specials atBoardwalk Grill, Discovery Baywww.boardwalkgrill.netFebruary 14: Delta DiscoveryCruises Valentines Day RomanticDinner Cruise. Time: 7:00-9:30pm. Delicious 3-course dinnerand Romantic Cruise $65.00 perperson. Overnight Hotel Accomo-dations also available. Contact:Heather, Phone: 925-252-9300,Email Address:[email protected]

FEBRUARY 26:

Discovery Bay Lion's Getaway

Crab Feed. Get your Tickets

Now!! The Get Away Crab Feed in

support of the Lions Center for

the Visually Impaired is set for

Saturday, February 26, 2011 at

the American Legion Hall, on 1st

Street in Brentwood. Tickets are

only $40 for this worthwhile

event. Get your Tickets from Lion

LeeAnne Seamen 634-5087

9th Annual Heart to Heart BallAn Elderly Wish Foundation which grants special wishes to seniors over

60 who reside in Contra Costa County and have a life threatening or terminalillness is holding their 9th Annual Heart to Heart Ball on Sat., February 19th.A silent auction starts at 5:30 along with a no host bar. Dinner is served at7pm and dancing begins at 9:30. This black tie optional event is to raisemoney for wishes and is a fantastic evening to boot!

Where? The Lone Tree Golf Course and Event Center, 4800 GolfCourse Rd, Antioch. Cost is $60.00 per person, black tie optional attire.Make required reservations at 925 978 1883 or visit the web site [email protected]. Executive director Mary Chapman puts on a greatevent and this is a fabulous charity to help seniors!


CONGRATULATIONS READERS CHOICE WINNERS!BEST RESTAURANT1. Boardwalk Grill2. The Sports Bar &Steakhouse

BEST FAST FOOD1. Taco Bell2. Subway

BEST STEAK1. The Sports Bar &Steakhouse

2. Vic Sewart’s

BEST SEAFOOD1. Caps2. Shutters

BEST MEXICAN FOOD1. La Fuente2. Jalisco’s

BEST HAMBURGER1. Byron Inn Cafe2. Boardwalk Grill

BEST PIZZA1. Aladino’s2. Straw Hat

BEST FAMILY DINING1. Boardwalk Grill2. Golden Dragon

BEST OUTDOOR DINING1. Boardwalk Grill2. Orwood

BEST BREAKFAST1. Union Point2. Byron Inn Café

BEST AMBIENCE1. The Sports Bar &Steakhouse

2. Shirasoni

BEST SERVICE1. Boardwalk Grill2. Caps Oak Street Grill3. Byron Inn Café/DB

BEST COCKTAILS1. The Sports Bar &Steakhouse

2. Caps Oak Street Grill

BEST COFFEE1. Starbucks2. Byron Inn Cafe

BEST DESSERT1. Loard’s Ice Cream2. Yogurt Pizazz

BEST CHINESE / ASIAN1. Shirasoni2. Golden Dragon

BEST SUSHI1. Blue Fin2. Shirasoni

BEST RESTAURANTFOR KIDS1. Boardwalk Grill2. Red Robin

BEST ACTIVITY/PLACEFOR KIDS1. Harvest Park Bowl2. Chuck E Cheese

BEST AUTO BODY1. Vornhagen Auto Body2. Discovery Auto Body

BEST AUTO DEALER1. Bill Brandt Ford2. Dublin Toyota

BEST BRAKE JOB1. Brentwood Tire Co.2. Micon

BEST OIL CHANGE1. SpeeDee3. Quick Lane

BEST SMOG1. Dallas Shanks2. Quik Lane

BEST PLACE FOR TIRES1. Les Schwab2. Extreme Motors

BEST BUTCHER / MEATS1. Brentwood Fine Meats2. Kinders

BEST CAR WASH1. Brentwood HandCar Wash

BEST CELL PHONES1. AT&T/Streets ofBrentwood

2. Parrot Cellular

BEST CHILDREN’SCLOTHES1. Little Miss Everything2. Gymboree

BEST TEEN CLOTHING1. Justice for Girls2. Boards N More

BEST FRESH PRODUCE1. Lons2. Brentwood FarmersMarket

BEST GROCERY STORE1. Trader Joe’s2. Winco

BEST PLACE FOR WINE1. Co Co Wine Store2. Hannah Nicole

BEST HOTEL1. Hampton Inn

BEST NURSERY1. Perez Nursery

BEST PET STORE1. Petsmart

BEST RV REPAIR1. Road Runner RV

BEST SHOPPINGCENTER / AREA1. Streets of Brentwood2. Slatten Ranch

BEST SWIM WEAR(WOMEN)1. La Playa2. Boards ‘N More

BEST SWIM WEAR (MEN)1. Boards’N More

BEST TANNING SALON1. Planet Tan2. La Playa

BEST MEN’S WEAR1. Discovery on theBoardwalk

BEST BOAT DEALER1. Antioch Yacht Sales2. D’Anna Yachts

BEST BOAT INSURANCE1. Boat US

BEST BOAT MECHANIC1. Steve Seaton

BOAT SERVICE CENTER1. Seaton’s Marine2. The Chandlery

BEST COMMUNITY EVENT1. Paddle for Fame2. Parade-of-Lights

BEST DOCK / RAMPDEALER1. California Boat LiftSales

2. ACS Marine

BEST DRIVING RANGE1. DBGCC2. Brentwood Golf

BEST GOLF COURSE1. DBGCC2. Brentwood Golf

BEST MARINA1. Discovery Bay YachtHarbor

2. Willow Berm

BEST MARINE SUPPLY1. West Marine2. The Chandlery3. The Boat Dock

BEST PERSONAL TRAINER1. Sue Emmett2. Jack Farage / Body Plan

BEST ATHLETIC CLUB1. Delta Valley AthleticClub

2. Discovery Bay AthleticClub

BEST SPORTING GOODS1. Sports Chalet2. REI

BEST SPORTS WEAR1. Boards N More2. REI

BEST SWIM INSTRUCTION1. Delta Valley AthleticClub

2. Carson Swim School

BEST GYMNASTICSFACILITY1. Black Diamond2. Little Gym

BEST PLACE FORKIDS PARTY1. Harvest Park Bowl2. Chuck E Cheese

BEST TENNIS PROGRAM1. Discovery Bay AthleticClub

2. Diamond Hills

BEST WAKE / SKIEQUIPMENT1. Boards N More

BEST POOL AND SPASUPPLY / SERVICE1. Ferrel Pool Supply2. Leslie’s Pool

BEST MOVIE THEATER1. Rave Theater2. Cinelux Delta Theater

BEST PORTRAITPHOTOGRAPHER1. Stacey Chance /Discovery Bay Studios

2. Golden Photography /Rhonda Nelson

BEST SCENICPHOTOGRAPHER1. Stacey Chance /Discovery Bay Studios

2. Bill Klipp / WK Images

BEST ATTORNEY1. Barbara Frantz2. Chris Becnel

BEST BANK1. Chase2. US Bank

BEST BOOKEEPINGSERVICE1. Discovery BayAccounting /Anita Sparks

BEST BEAUTY SALON1. Elements Salon

BEST CARPENTER1. McCabe Construction

BEST CARPET CLEANER1. Aadvantage CarpetCleaning

BEST CHIROPRACTOR1. Pierce Chiropractic2. Scott Salvatori

BEST COMPUTERREPAIR1. Geek Squad

BEST CPA1. Diablo Accountants

BEST DAY CARE1. Discovery BayPreschool /The Academy

BEST INSURANCECOMPANY1. Allstate, DB

BEST DENTIST1. Dr. Michael Todorovic

BEST DAY SPA1. Oasis2. Rubio

BEST DRY CLEANER1. Discovery Bay2. IRS Cleaners

BEST FINANCIALPLANNER1. Robert Green /Cojo Bay Advisors

2. Raymond Gibson / AXAAdvisors

BEST LANDSCAPER1. Samuel Vargas

BEST HAIR STYLIST1. Rhonda Blatz

BEST HANDYMAN1. Mr. Handyman2. McCabe Construction

BEST HOME BUILDER1. Mark Dagle

BEST HOSPITAL1. John Muir Health2. Sutter Delta MedicalCenter

BEST HOUSE CLEANING1. Elizabeth’s CleaningService

BEST INSURANCE /AGENT1. Glenn Hoffman

BEST LOAN OFFICER1. Rita Caruso,RPM Mortgage

2. Jason Pryde

BEST MANICURE1. Elements Salon2. Discovery Nails

BEST MASSAGE1. Pierce Chiropractic

BEST MEDICAL GROUP1. John Muir Health2. Kaiser Deer Valley

BEST MORTGAGECOMPANY1. First Priority

BEST OPTOMETRIST1. VisonFX2. LensCrafters

BEST PAINTER1. Rob Broocker Painting2. Moorad Painting

BEST PEDIATRICDENTIST1. Dr. Michael Todorovic

BEST PEDIATRICIAN1. John Muir Health /Goldman

2. Dr. Garcia

BEST PEST CONTROL1. BEE/DB Pest Control

BEST PHYSICIAN1. McGlynn / John MuirHealth

BEST PLUMBER1. Henson Plumbing

BEST POOL BUILDERFerrel Pools

BEST SKIN CARETHERAPY1. Elements Salon

BEST PRESCHOOL1. All Gods Children2. Discovery Bay School

BEST REAL ESTATEOFFICE1. Marples & Associates2. Intero Real Estate(formerly Alain Pinel)

BEST REAL ESTATEBROKER1. Cathie Marples /Marples & Assoc.

2. L. Hogge/Alain Pinel

BEST REAL ESTATE TEAM1. Team Temby / KellerWilliams

BEST REAL ESTATEAGENT1. Mike Guzzardo

BEST ROOFER1. FlipperRoofing

BEST VETERINARIAN1. Brentwood FamilyPet Care

2. Discovery BayVeterinary Clinic

BEST WINDOWCOVERINGS /TREATMENTS1. Same Day Blinds2. Budget Blinds

BEST FLORIST1. Flowers by Gerry2. Heaven Scent Florals

BEST FILM & MEDIASERVICES1. Recollections MediaTransfer

BEST CRUISE ORCHARTER1. Delta Discovery Cruises

BEST LIMOUSINESERVICE1. Finesse Limousine2. All in One Linousine


Griswold Award Winner - 1789 Wilde Drive

The winner of our 1st Annual Discovery Bay "Griswold Award" for Best Holiday Light Displaygoes to the creative family at 1789 Wilde Drive, Discovery Bay - for their over-the-top holidaylights that could be seen he park and across tall the way down Newport Drive! Santa wassurely pleased to land in their the full lawn of snow!

More than 400 votes were cast with 1789 Wilde Drive taking the lead. A close secondgoes to Brighton Court, for their choreographed musical light display (great music this year,including holiday music by The Who). Third place to the folks on Willow Lake Road. We loveit when you string lights across the roof!

This first annual event was organized by Jamie Schneider-Pearson, who had seen othersmall communities pay tribute to homes decorated in the spirit of National Lampoon's Christ-mas Vacation, in which Clark Griswold's home blacked out an entire city. Thank You, Jamie!

Delta ChristianCommunityFood PantryNow Open

FREE Bags of Food

Bread

Help Available

Every Tuesday morning

from 10–11:30am

at the

BYRON UNITED

METHODIST CHURCH

14671 Byron Highway


by Bobbe Miller

Cha Cha's Pet Service925-998-8957

ChaChasPetService.com

Restraining Petsin Motor VehiclesCan Save Lives

The most important thing a pet owner can do is re-strain pets when traveling in a motor vehicle.

Restraining pets keeps them from interfering with thedriver and keeps them safe in the event of sudden brak-ing or impact.

It is equally important for pets not to travel in the frontseat or sit on a passenger’s lap.

A pet could get crushed by an air bag or the body ofa passenger upon impact if sitting in the front seat or ona lap.

Restraining a pet at all times is generally a good ideafor pet owners, especially since the National HighwayTraffic Safety Administration reports that more than 1.5million automobile crashes are caused each year by dis-tracted drivers. But, according to the American Pet Prod-ucts Association’s 2009-2010 National Pet OwnerSurvey, 56 percent of respondents said they do not re-strain their dog while driving.

Unrestrained pets, just like unrestrained people anditems, can pose a serious threat to the driver and otherpassengers.

* While traveling, put a note on your pet's travel kennelwith information about your pet, as well as what to doand who to contact if something happens to you.

* While traveling away from home, use a harness or mar-tingale collar that the dog or cat won't slip out of.

* Make sure your pet has proper identification, includinga collar with ID tags and a microchip that has beenproperly registered with the microchip company. Makesure the ID tag has a phone number where you can bereached while traveling.

Pet Wise


"You know you're inlove when you can'tfall asleep becausereality is finally betterthan your dreams."

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Giving Locks of LoveRylee is eight years old and

attends Loma Vista Elementaryin Brentwood. She gave a won-derful gift this month when shehad 13-1/2 inches of hair cut,to donate for Locks of Love.

The Locks of Love mission isto return a sense of self, confi-dence and normalcy to childrensuffering from hair loss by utiliz-ing donated ponytails to providethe highest quality hair pros-thetics to financially disadvan-taged children. The childrenreceive hair prostheses free ofcharge or on a sliding scale,based on financial need.

Rylee's hair was cut by Morgan at CaroleCarey Salon, in Brentwood


Lakeview Business Plaza

Located at the intersection of Discovery Bay Blvd. & Highway 4


Lakeview Business Plaza

Located at the intersection of Discovery Bay Blvd. & Highway 4

Lakeview Plaza Executive Office SuitesAvailable.Now Leasing. Call Today!

CathieMarples (925) 634-2224


The Uncensored MessageMy Wife Asked Me Not to Write

Dear Friend,Well, at first, my wife asked me not to writethis. We had a big discussion about it. Finally,she understood what I was trying to do, andactually helped me write this letter to you.

Here’s the thing. In my office, most of thepeople that come in to see me tell me they’ve“tried everything.”

They’ve had “every” test, wound upwith hugemedical bills, and are still no better off. Often,they’ve been subjected to medications thathave only served to temporarily masksymptoms. That’s not what most people arelooking for.

Health, or the lack of it, very often has simplecauses, and very reasonable corrections. That’swhat I’m going to tell you about. But, before Itell you more, let me tell you something aboutme.

I remember it like it was yesterday. I’m the“athletic type” and like most young guys, Ithink that nothing can go wrong. That’s whenI’m hit with a dose of reality. I’m playing basket-ball when it happens. As I’m going for arebound, I get pushed. I land hard onmy lowerback and feel a ‘pop’. But, there’s more…

I’m in so much pain that I can barely move. Igo to see my medical doctor, but all he can dois give me drugs for the pain. But, that doesn’thelp. Three weeks later I’m still in pain. I’mfrustrated and scared that I may never playsports again. Now, listen to this…

A friend of mine convinces me to give hisdoctor a try. This new doctor does an exam,takes some films, and then ‘adjusts’ my spine.The adjustment doesn’t hurt, it actually feelsgood. I get relief, and within a week, I feelmuch better! Oh, did I mention that this doctor isa chiropractor?

Chiropractic works so well for me, and I’m soimpressed with the other ‘miracles’ I see in hisoffice, that I eventually go to chiropracticschool myself. And that’s how it happened!

Back to what my wife (at first) didn’t want meto write. It’s that chiropractic is one of thebiggest “secrets” in health care. Few people(relatively, only 10% have been to a chiroprac-tor) know about it. And, many of the rest could

be helped, if they only knew the true story. So,I often feel like shouting it from the mountain-top! Is that “professional?” Well, maybe itis, or maybe not. But, I’ve decided peopleshould know.

For the last eleven years, people from Brent-wood and the surrounding area have come tosee me with their back problems. They alsocome to me with their:

• Headaches• Migraines• Chronic pain• Neck pain• Shoulder/arm pain• Whiplash fromcar accidents

Here’s what some of my patients hadto say:

“During my pregnancy, I suffered from lowback pain and sciatica. Dr. Jardin helpedme become pain free!” – Kim M.

“I had neck pain, tingling and numbness inmy arms and hands. Thanks to Dr. Jardin,the pain is gone. I feel great!” – Diane W.

“I suffered with constant TMJ pain andheadaches with dizziness. I spent over 25years trying different things to help and Dr.Jardin’s adjustments have been the mosteffective!” – Patti W.

Several times a day patients thankme for help-ing them with their health problems. But Ican’t really take the credit. The truth is thatI’ve never healed anyone of anything. What Ido is perform a specific spinal adjustment toremove nerve pressure, and the body respondsby healing itself. Of course, all people respond

differently to care, but we get terrific results.It’s as simple as that!

EXCITING OFFER – Look, I know you’resmart. You want to get to the cause of yourproblem, and not just cover it up with drugs.When you are one of the first 20 people to calland schedule a new patient exam (by February18, 2011) you’ll receive that entire exam for $37.That’s with consultation, exam, any necessaryx-rays, full report of my findings….the wholeball of wax, and there’s no hidden fees. But, callright away because we expect to be floodedwith calls as this exam normally costs $249.Again, there’s only 20 of these slots, so don’tmiss out (by law, this offer excludesMedicare/Medicaid beneficiaries).

GREAT CARE AT A GREAT FEE – Please, Ihope that there’s no misunderstanding aboutquality of care just because I have a lowerexam fee. You’ll get great care at a great fee.My qualifications…I’m a graduate of WesternStates Chiropractic. I’ve been entrusted to takecare of tiny babies to entire families. For thepast eleven years, I’ve been taking care of yourneighbors in Brentwood. I just have that lowexam fee to help more people who need care.

My assistants are Morgan and Esmeralda, andthey are both really great people. Our office isboth friendly and warm and we try our best tomake you feel at home. We have a wonderfulservice, at an exceptional fee. Our office iscalled JARDIN FAMILY CHIROPRACTICand it’s at 7351-A Brentwood Boulevard (weare across the parking lot from McDonald’s,next to the Dollar Store). Our phone number is925-516-5813. Call Morgan, Esmeralda, or metoday for an appointment. We can help you.Thank you and God Bless.

– Dan Jardin, D.C.

P.S.When accompanied by the first, I am alsooffering the second family member this sameexamination for only $27.

P.P.S. Can you imagine not having to wait at adoctor’s office? Well, your time is as valuableas mine. That’s why we have a no-wait policy.You will be seen within minutes of yourappointment.

P.P.P.S. Of course, all people responddifferently to care.

• Carpal tunnelsyndrome

• Hip pain• Elbow pain• Numbness in limbs• Athletic injuries...just to name a few.

JARDIN FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC 925-516-58137351-A Brentwood, Boulevard (across the parking lot from McDonald's, next to the Dollar Store)


WHAT'S UP AT AGC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL?

Jesus said, “Let the children come to me...for the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14

tel: (925) 513-8006

email: [email protected]/AGC

www.AGCschool.net

CSL #073403701

The Christmas programs were another huge success. Mrs. Ross istruly amazing. The Kindergarten and 1st grade classes performed togetherand were adorable. The 2nd -5th grades performed the musical “Sheep,Shepherds, & a Savior. The children sang beautifully. It looked & soundedlike a professional production.

Mrs. Knittel, our art teacher, rounded out the evening with an ArtWalk in Fellowship Hall of the K-5th grade art work. AGC is on fire with itsmusic and art program! We have a talented and dedicated staffworking for us.

The elementary students celebrated their 100th day of school onJanuary 24th. The four elementary classes celebrated together with theirbuddy classes. The Kindergarteners are buddies with the 2nd / 3rd gradersand the 1st graders are buddies with the 4th / 5th graders.

The 4th and 5th graders will be volunteering at the food bank oncea month beginning in February. Each month half the class will go to thefood bank at the Methodist Church in Byron to help distribute food.

Speaking of the 4th / 5th graders are our elementary yearbook staff.The 4th / 5th grade teacher, Mrs. Geer is the yearbook adviser.

Great news, our Kindergarten teacher, Ms. Fulton announced thatall of her students are reading! They are at different ability levels, of course,but everyone can read! How exciting is that?!

PRESCHOOL/PRE-KINDERGARTEN TOURSWednesday, February 9th at 6:30 p.m.Thursday, February 17th at 6:30 p.m.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TOURSTuesday, March 1st at 6:30 p.m.Tuesday, March 8th at 6:30 p.m.

You must R.S.V.P. to the school office at (925)513-8006, witheither Kristi or Monica, in order to attend one of the tours listed

above. Please note that all tours are PARENT ONLY.

We are so excited to announce Parent Only tour dates for the2011-2012 School Year for our Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten andElementary programs.

We encourage all parents interested in one of our programs toR.S.V.P for an informational tour and speak directly with ourPrincipal, Kelly Bye.

Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten programs offer very low, 1 to 7teacher/student ratios, because of our belief that every child isvaluable and deserves individual attention.

Elementary Classes offer small class sizes, instruction inSpanish, Music, Art and P.E. and one fully credentialed teacheras well as a full time teacher’s aide in every classroom.


ImportantSchool

FundraisingPrograms

Don’t forget to collect your BoxTops for Education and fill out theforms in your school office to signup for the Safeway Escrip pro-gram. These fundraising programshelp the PTA and PTSA supportschool programs and activities.Visit www.boxtops4education.comand www.escrip.com for informa-tion on how your everyday pur-chases can help raise much-needed money!

Excelsior MiddleSchool WelcomesNew MusicTeacher

Along with the new year, Excel-sior Middle School welcomed anew music teacher, Jay Maddox,to the classroom. Jay comes toExcelsior with a strong musicbackground. As a former Excelsiorstudent himself, Jay understandsthe needs of Excelsior’s dramaand music program, and will playa pivotal role in the school’smusicals and band performances.Jay has already introduced hisprogram to students and will bereconstituting the school band andchoir this month.

The California League of MiddleSchools, Region 4 Advisory Panelrecently nominated Erica Hornnesfor the California League of MiddleSchools Region Four Educator ofthe Year Award! Erica is one of tennominees in Region 4 that werehonored at an awards dinner at St.Mary's College, for their dedicationto middle school education.

Erica is a key player in ExcelsiorMiddle School’s reform efforts andexhibits leadership in a wide variety

BUSD SCHOOL HAPPENINGS

Back: Braden Speasl, Sienna Kohler-Cristofoli, Emma Bautista, Reese Watkins-Nelson, Kyle Marchetti • Middle: Haley Womack,Raegan Purkey, Kassidy Tucker, Bailey Tamayo, Gabriel Nodado, Justin Drake, Zachary Machado, Cody Kraft, Nikki Doorack,Leighton Helfrick • Front: Ava Frazier, Taryn Martinez, Madison Bone, Bella Shaffer, Ashlyn Rodgers, Jordan Almgren, Joseph Sim,Jesse Manibusan, Kylie Antonacci, Xiomara Hernandez

Row 1: Victoria Violich, Diminick Beaudrie, Gwen Burnight, Ashlyn Filippone, Kaley Bautista, Athena Taylor • Row 2: Lillian Brennan,Nala McCoy, Jhaidyn Lopez, Marcela RamirezEspitia, Taylor Gray, Roman Talo, Isabel Dunkin, Tyler Jerman, Roger Siebe, Tyler Martinez• Row 3: Evan Griffiths, Shan Neal, Mark Jones, Carson Sautter, Matt Lopez, Alexandria Parcasio, Caitlyn Doorack, Hannah Nesta,Savannah Garcia • Row 4: Daryon Parrish, Michael Lopez, Derek Nguyen, Tiana Mobley, Matt Castenada, Jose Saucelo, KimCobarruviaz, Rachel Christensen

Congratulations Timber Point Students of the Month

of ways. Erica goes above andbeyond for her students. She coor-dinates a variety of programs andsupports fellow staff membersto help her school continuouslyimprove.

Erica, who is the leader ofExcelsior's math department, uses awide variety of instructional strate-gies in her classroom to make mathunderstandable and interesting forher students. Her lessons are cuttingedge, and include all the criticalelements of effective lesson design.She has been instrumental in helpingus implement a two-block math coreand has helped plan our ninetyminute math program. Erica organ-izes monthly department meetingagendas and plans professionaldevelopment activities. Also, Ericahas given up her preparation periodto teach a Geometry class. Shedoes all of this while maintaining

positive relationships with hercolleagues. Her positive attitude,enthusiasm, and encouragementare infectious.

What impresses people mostabout Erica’s work is the way sheestablishes meaningful relation-ships with her students. Erica takesthe time to get to know herstudents. She learns about theirinterests and experiences outsideof school, and then incorporatesthat information into her lessons.Erica is being recognized for theway she establishes connectionswith families as well. She fre-quently calls parents and holdsconferences to help students besuccessful. Erica invests extra timeconnecting with students and par-ents that have traditionally beenpoorly served.

Congratulations for ALL yourefforts Erica Hornnes!

Excelsior MS Teacher of the Year, Erica Hornnes,Nominated for Educator of the Year As Well


BUSD SCHOOL HAPPENINGS

BUSD Revises Cell Phone PolicyThe Byron Union School District reserves that right to search any cell

phone brought to school and used during class time or on campus inviolation of our cell phone use policy as outlined in the parent-studenthandbook that was distributed at the start of the school year. Inappro-priate verbal or text messages, pictures or other material found on thephone may be grounds for disciplinary action. “Inappropriate verbal ortext messages, picture, or other materials” includes but is not limited toharassing statements or any communication that creates a hostile envi-ronment based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, religion, or disability; discriminatory statements; sexual state-ments or pictures; and messages to organize activities that may causeharm to any students, involve drugs and/or alcohol, or that spreads falseinformation about any other students or employee of the school district.”Cell phones and electronic devices must be turned off while studentsare in classrooms.

New ImmunizationRequirements Set by State

A letter was sent home with your middle schoolers recently regardingnew immunization requirements. The State of California is now requiringall 7th-12th graders, must have proof of having had the Tdap boostershot (also known as the whooping cough booster) before next schoolyear, 2011-2012. Please contact your health care provider to ensurethat your child has these immunizations.

Congratulations ExcelsiorGeography Bee WinnersSchool Champion: Garrett McCulley (Grade 7)

Second Place: Kaiy Bigley (Gr. 7)

Third Place (Tie): Sammy Bell (Gr. 8) and River Boswell (Gr. 8)

Excelsior Middle School'sAward-Winning Drama Program

andThe Volunteer Parents of the Arts Club

present their spring musical

PERFORMANCES:Tuesday, May 3rd – Saturday, May 7th.

Nightly @ 7:00 pm, andSaturday, 12:00 pm matinee, and 4:00 pm.

TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR:Adults $8 • Students/seniors/children $6.

14301 Byron Hwy, Byron, CA.For more info: 925-809-7530

SAVE THE DATE!

Timber Point Spelling BeeCongratulations to all of our 2011 Spelling Bee contestants! 5th

grader Meghan Frasier won the competition with Paige Prybylinski takingsecond place. This year’s competitiors included 4th graders AliahGaotaote, Reese Watkins Nelson, Caden Norman, Stephanie Burks,Kurosh Aryen, and 5th graders Thriya Vaisha, Ben Smith, MitchellBradley, Connor Shanahan, and Nolan Spjut. Meghan’s winning wordwas “preferable.” She will advance to the Regional Spelling Bee whichwill take place in Walnut Creek in March.


BUSD SCHOOL HAPPENINGSExcelsior Surprise Concert

Friday, January 7th turned out to be quit a surprise for ExcelsiorMiddle School's 6th, 7th and 8th graders, with a private concert withthe up and coming Jenny and Ashley Cooke. These girls captivated ouraudiences with their beautiful voices and then let these children knowthat dreams can come true. Jenny and Ashley sang 4 of their songsthey had written and closed with the newly released "Indescribable."

The leadership girls whoorganized this event areLauren Matias, HannahGnutzman and AshleyCarlton. Ashley (theblond) and Jenny Cookeare sitting.

School Activities CalendarFEBRUARY:

Tuesday, Feb. 1: ...................Timber Point Spelling BeeWed., Feb. 2:..........................DB Jump Rope for Heart Assembly, 9-9:30am...................................................Timber Point Breakfast Book Club; TP PTA 6:30pmThurs., Feb. 3: .......................PTSA Meeting, 6:00 pm; Board Meeting: 7:00pmFriday, Feb. 4:........................EMS Dance: 6-8:30 pmWednesday, Feb. 9: ............EMS 7th/8th Gr. Science Fair (Gym): 5:30-7:00pmThursday, Feb. 10:...............Discovery Bay PTA 3:00pmFriday, Feb. 11: .....................Lincoln’s Birthday – No School...................................................Board Retreat: 9 a.m.-2:00pmThursday, Feb. 17: ...............Board Meeting: 7:00pmFriday, Feb. 18: .....................Timber Point Family Movie Night 7:00pmMonday, Feb. 21:.................President’s Day – No SchoolWednesday, Feb. 23: ..........Discovery Bay Breakfast Book ClubThursday, Feb. 24:...............Timber Point Recycle DayFriday, Feb. 25: .....................Discovery Bay Spirit Day (Crazy Tie Day)...................................................Timber Point Look-a-Like Day...................................................Discovery Bay Talent Show 6-7:30Saturday, Feb. 26: ...............Preschool/Kindergarten Fair (TP 10-12; DB 12-2)

Delta PTA Reflections Art ContestWinners from Discovery Bay School

FRONT ROW L-R: Makena Bohannon (FirstPlace and being sent onto to state competi-tion: Musical Composition), Alyssa Kenthold(First Place: Visual Arts) and Kenady Craig,(Second Place: Photography).

BACK ROW: School Board Members: JillSprenkel, Bobbi Nugent, Ken Silman, ElaineLandro, Jeff Sugimoto and SuperintendentKen Jacopetti

CongratulationsDiscovery BaySchool SpellingBee Winners

Grades 3-51st Place: Emily Lichlyter2nd Place: Jalen Allen

2nd Grade1st Place: Kuy Nguyen2nd Place: Xenobia Weber3rd Place: Kasey Gunderson

1st Grade1st Place: Trevor Pisciotta


RAISING FINANCIALLY SAVVY CHILDREN

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Mothers have a powerful influ-ence over their children’s view offinances. In fact, mothers aremore influential than fathers inteaching children how to managetheir money, and seven in tenAmericans say that their mother isor was a good role model1.

As a mother, instilling strongfinancial values in your children isone of the most important lessonsyou can pass on. Teaching goodmoney habits when your childrenare young will ingrain money man-agement skills that last a lifetime.

There are several steps motherscan take to teach children to besmart about money while helpingthem find the right balancebetween saving and spending – itstarts with their own money.

LET THEM EARN IT. Whenyour children are old enough to dochores around the house, givethem a small allowance. This canincrease over time as the level ofthe chores grows. By havingchildren earn money for chores,you will teach them the value of adollar. Increasing the amount theyearn when their responsibilitiesincrease, can also help to instill astrong work ethic.

TEACH THEM ABOUT ALLO-CATION. Once your children startreceiving money, from allowanceor from gifts they’ve received,explain why they should putmoney aside in savings and helpothers who are less fortunate.Help them decide how much theyshould spend and what percent-

age they want to allocate forsavings and charity. This practicewill get your children thinkingabout their financial futures.

FACILITATE THE SAVINGSPROCESS. Bring your child to thebank and set up a savings ac-count. Have the bank representa-tive explain to your child how todeposit their money and how theirmoney earns interest. Let yourchildren keep track of their ownbank account statements so theycan see their savings grow overtime and how long it takes for thatbalance to increase. (I think weshould discuss online banking veryfew people actually go to the bankthese days)

SAY NO. If your child wants anew toy, suggest saving for it andtell her or him that you will goback to the store when they haveenough set aside. Or, offer to splitthe cost. When your child doesmake that purchase, suggest giv-ing an old toy to another child inneed. Chances are your child willfeel a sense of accomplishmentfor saving enough to make thatspecial purchase and will feel

good about doing something tomake another child happy.

GIVE THEM CONTROL. Allowthem to choose what they spendtheir money on, even if you knowit is a bad idea. Spending hardearned money on something thatturns out to be a disappointmentcan teach a valuable lesson, andone that’s better learned early.

BE REALISTIC ABOUTSPENDING. Let your childrenknow how much things cost. Behonest with them if you cannot af-ford to buy something or go some-where. Give them a simple lessonin budgeting. Explain how muchmoney comes into the household,how much goes to living expensesand savings, and what is left overfor discretionary spending. If youare not comfortable sharing theactual dollar amounts, use per-centages. This will help them un-derstand why they cannot alwayshave whatever they want wheneverthey want it. Teaching this at ayoung age will help your childrento budget their money as they getolder and when they are runningtheir own households.

EXPLAIN THE PITFALLS OFDEBT. It is important to talk withyour children about debt, but leadby example. As parents, we willalways want to purchase things forour children, but don’t pull outthat credit card to make apurchase today that you might notbe able to afford until next month.One of the fastest ways thatpeople get into unmanageabledebt is through credit card use,most often when young. By puttingaway the credit card and teachingyour children about interest ratesand about the real costs of bor-rowing money, you will help themavoid foolish spending that theycannot afford.

These are just a few ways youcan help your children to becomefinancially savvy. As they get olderand begin earning more moneythemselves, you may want tohelp them open and balance achecking account, develop abudget and perhaps even a long-term financial strategy. For moretips and ideas, talk to a financialprofessional.

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Email: [email protected] Phone: 925.864.5757

BY THE NUMBERSDiscovery Bay Listings (Active/Pending): 65/89Brentwood Listings (Active/Pending): 218/279Oakley Listings (Active/Pending): 141/160

HOME UPDATEINVENTORY DOWN / PENDING SALES DOWN…WAS IT THE HOLIDAYSEASON? The recent slowdown of REO’s to hit the market coupled withsome sellers taking their homes off the market for the holidays may havecontributed to a sleepier market the last 30 days or so but expect lateJanuary and February to ramp up a bit as sellers and buyers emerge fromtheir holiday naps and get busy.

SHORT SALE SALVATION?As of January 1st there’s a new reason to consider a SHORT SALE if youfind yourself owing more on your home than it’s worth.

NEW LAW THAT BEGAN ON JANUARY 1 - SB931 IN PART READS:“ SECTION 1. Section 580e is added to the Code of Civil Procedure,to read:

580e. (a) No judgment shall be rendered for any deficiency undera note secured by a first deed of trust or first mortgage for adwelling of not more than four units, in any case in which thetrustor or mortgagor sells the dwelling for less than the remainingamount of the indebtedness due at the time of sale with the writtenconsent of the holder of the first deed of trust or first mortgage.Written consent of the holder of the first deed of trust or firstmortgage to that sale shall obligate that holder to accept the saleproceeds as full payment and to fully discharge the remaining amountof the indebtedness on the first deed of trust or first mortgage.”

NOW IT MAKES EVEN MORE SENSE TO CONSIDER A SHORTSALE INSTEAD OF A FORECLOSUREConsidering a short sale or foreclosure is a big decision. In addition toyour Realtor, consult legal and tax experts.

Short sales and REO’s continue to dominate the market. If you find your-self in a tricky predicament of needing to sell but your home is worth lessthan it’s worth, call us and we’ll talk you through your options.

Gotta run, have homes to show, but call me for the latest market infoand check out my Real Estate Website at 94505homes.com.

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