January 2009

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VVeennttuurraa 11992200''ss SSppaanniisshh SSttyyllee HHiillllssiiddee HHoommee wwiitthh PPaarrttiiaall OOcceeaann VViieeww..Remodeled and expanded tri-level floor plan with 3 BR and 2.5 BA.Features include hardwood floors in original part of house, formal din-ing room with redwood ceilings, remodeled kitchen with Corian coun-ters and newer cabinets, living room with fireplace, remodeled bathswith tile and granite, and newer energy efficient windows. Upper leveloffice/possible 4th BR with some ocean view. Breakfast room andindoor laundry room. Lower level bedroom with French sliding doors tooutside patio. Private backyard with large deck and cabana area.OOFFFFEERREEDD AATT $$779977,,000000 –– VViissiitt wwwwww..11441177bbuueennaavviissttaa..ccoomm

118800 DDeeggrreeee PPaannoorraammiicc CCooaassttlliinnee OOcceeaann VViieeww HHoommee.Overlooking central Ventura above the county medical center.Extensively remodeled with 2 BR and 2 BA on large useable lotapprox. 9,800 sq. ft. Kitchen features new maple cabinets,granite counters, and LG stainless steel appliances. Refinishedwhite oak hardwood floors and new limestone flooring inkitchen and baths. Freshly painted interior and exterior withnew dual pane windows. Upper terraced flat yard with tremen-dous potential for additional viewing large deck or garden.Several fruit trees. AALLLL TTHHIISS FFOORR OONNLLYY $$778844,,550000

RREEDDUUCCEEDD! SSppaanniisshh HHiillllss GGoollff VViillllaa FFoorrmmeerr MMooddeell.. Gatedcommunity surrounded by million dollar homes. Largest floorplan approx. 1,928 sq. ft per assessor with 3 BR, 2.5 BA plusden. Family room with fireplace and TV nook, spacious livingroom, and formal dining room with French doors opening tosurrounding deck. Master suite with spa tub, marble shower,dual sinks and walk-in closet. Additional features include tum-ble tile flooring, sound system throughout, central air, brushednickel fixtures in baths, upstairs laundry, security system, andprofessionally landscaped yard. OOFFFFEERREEDD AATT $$669999,,000000 ––VViissiitt wwwwww..11110088ccoorrtteerriivviieerraa..ccoomm

DDoowwnnttoowwnn VVeennttuurraa NNeeww CCuussttoomm OOcceeaann && IIssllaanndd VViieeww HHoommee.. 3 BR,2.5 BA with approx. 2,100 sq. ft. per builder. 8 ft. sliding doors offkitchen to backyard. Master suite with large walk-in closet, spa tub,and hand crafted vanity in dressing area. Milgard Wood Clad Low Ecustom windows throughout. The many features include wrought ironstair railing, granite, travertine, stone, custom wood work, Frenchdoors, and skylights. Smart Box in the living room and MBR, whichruns all electrical in the house, is pre-wired for cable and surroundsound. Close to downtown, restaurants, shopping and beach.OOFFFFEERREEDD AATT $$11,,115500,,000000 –– VViissttaa wwwwww..11225577bbuueennaavviissttaa..ccoomm

FFAANNTTAASSTTIICC BBUUYY!! VVeennttuurraa OOcceeaann VViieeww MMeeddiitteerrrraanneeaann VViillllaa..Hillside 3 level 4 BR, 3.5 BA home with approx. 3,476 sq. ft. per taxrecords. Limestone look tile entry with stone fountain on entry land-ing. Open floor plan with huge family/game room. Gourmetkitchen with granite counters and butler’s pantry. Master BR withJacuzzi tub and Roman shower with pass through fireplace. Africanmahogany floors in living & dining rooms. Possible lower level guestquarters with separate entrance. Security system, expansive viewingdecks, and private backyard with arched patio. MMuusstt sseeee!! OOFFFFEERREEDDAATT $$11,,334455,,000000 –– VViissiitt wwwwww..11116666bbuueennaavviissttaa..ccoomm

GGRREEAATT VVAALLUUEE!! EElleeggaanntt CCuussttoomm VVeennttuurraa HHoommee.. 5 BR, 5BA with approx. 4,500 sq. ft. per seller. Custom kitchenwith 2 islands, granite counters, walk-in and butler'spantry. 4 fireplaces, 2 family rooms, and exceptionalmaster suite. Magnificent yard with pool, spa, built-inBBQ, fire pit, and putting green. OOFFFFEERREEDD AATT $$11,,558899,,000000–– VViissiitt wwwwww..448899mmaarryymmoouunntt..ccoomm

BBrraanndd NNeeww VVeennttuurraa OOcceeaann VViieeww HHoommee. Panoramic views ofthe ocean, islands, mountains and city lights. Owner sparedno expense using top of the line materials. Loads of graniteand custom stone work. Three levels with 4 BR, 3 BA andapprox. 4,800 sq. ft. per builder. Fireplace in living room.Entire 3rd level is master suite with fireplace and huge walk-incloset. Large lot approx. 12,030 sq. ft. Lower level bonusroom with potential for expansion. Large viewing decks on twolevels. 3 car garage. Too many features to list. OOFFFFEERREEDD AATT$$11,,779955,,000000 –– VViissiitt wwwwww..55334400ffooootthhiillll..ccoomm

FFAANNTTAASSTTIICC BBUUYY!! Exquisite Ventura Ocean Front Home. Hardto find wide sandy beach located at desirable Mussel Shoals.3 BR, 2 BA with open floor plan. Upper level features openwood beam ceilings, kitchen with breakfast bar, FR with cornerfireplace and 3 sets of slider doors to viewing deck, MBR andbath with spa tub and steam shower. Lower level has 2 BR and1 BA with direct access to exterior. Large wood deck with add’llower level patio. One of a kind property. OOFFFFEERREEDD AATT$$33,,110000,,000000 –– VViissiitt wwwwww..66776666BBrreeaakkeerrssWWaayy..ccoomm

JJUUSSTT LLIISSTTEEDD!! IINNCCRREEDDIIBBLLEE VVAALLUUEE!! OOjjaaii 336600°° VViieewwMMeeddiitteerrrraanneeaann HHiillllttoopp VViillllaa.. On over 2.3 acres with detachedguest house plus pool, spa and cabana. Original contractors’custom home built in 1982. Approx. 2,800 sq. ft. plus 600 sq.ft. 1 BR, 1 BA guest house with fireplace. Main house has 3 BR,2.5 BA, step down living room with cathedral ceilings, 2 fire-places, 1 in upstairs master suite with sitting area, balcony &spectacular views of the Ojai Valley and mountains above. Closeto town. AALLLL TTHHIISS FFOORR OONNLLYY $$11,,330000,,000000 FFIIRRMM.. VViissiittwwwwww..11991133mmeeiinneerrss..ccoomm

FFaannttaassttiicc VVeennttuurraa OOcceeaann VViieeww QQuueeeenn AAnnnnee VViiccttoorriiaann SSttyylleeRReessttoorraattiioonn aanndd RReemmooddeell.. Built in 1890 and moved to current site in1951. Current owner, a general contractor, rebuilt in 2002. 3 BR,2.5 BA with 2 story Cupola, open beam ceilings, Pergo flooring, and3 fireplaces. Large gated private lot. Gourmet kitchen with maplecabinets, granite counters, and center island. Master bedroom withsee through fireplace to bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and separateshower. Custom moulding and window trim around dual pane win-dows plus forced heating and AC. Two car garage with work shop.OOFFFFEERREEDD AATT $$11,,229955,,000000 -- VViissiitt wwwwww..772211bbuueennaavviissttaa..ccoomm

DDoowwnnttoowwnn VVeennttuurraa EEaarrllyy 11990000’’ss RReessttoorreedd CCrraaffttssmmaann. Large 2 storybungalow with oriental influence. One of a kind! Home has been metic-ulously restored to its’ original grandeur. Approx. 2,550 sq. ft. per asses-sor with 4 BR and 2.5 BA. Incredible gourmet kitchen, wood work, crownmoldings, hardwood floors, and tile inlay fireplace. Green and naturalmaterials have been utilized for this environmentally friendly house.Drought tolerant native California landscaping. Some ocean views fromupper level. Walking distance to beach, downtown, restaurants andshops. Mills Act designation for substantial tax benefits. Possible lease withoption to purchase to qualified buyer. OOFFFFEERREEDD AATT $$11,,009999,,000000 –– VViissiittwwwwww..VVeennttuurraaHHiissttoorriiccHHoommeess..ccoomm

CChhaarrmmiinngg CCoonntteemmppoorraarryy OOcceeaann VViieeww HHoommee iinn VVeennttuurraa''ssPPrreessttiiggiioouuss HHoobbssoonn HHeeiigghhttss.. Spectacular postcard ocean viewsfrom every room of this tastefully remodeled 2+2 coastal retreat.Channel Islands and Ventura Harbor are a stunning backdrop for abeautifully landscaped yard with reflection pool and waterfall.Relax on the sundeck off the master bedroom, family room andoffice area or let the Pacific breeze keep you cool on the coveredview patio off the living room and dining areas. This is a rareopportunity to find a view home in historic Hobson Heights that hasit all. NNEEWW PPRRIICCEE ttoo OOFFFFEERREEDD AATT $$11,,009955,,000000 –– VViissiittwwwwww..11668888mmaarriissooll..ccoomm

LLOOCCAATTIIOONN,, LLOOCCAATTIIOONN,, LLOOCCAATTIIOONN!! Most desirable lot in PetersRidge Oxnard golf course community. Single story 4 BR, 2 BAwith one bedroom currently used as office/music room. Formalliving and dining room. Two fireplaces, one in both living roomand family room. Large master bedroom suite with cathedralceilings. Air conditioned. Professionally landscaped. Beautifulrear patio with inlayed brick. 3 car garage. Park like setting onpermanent green belt. Steps to community pool, spa, and tenniscourt. OOFFFFEERREEDD AATT $$889999,,000000 –– VViissiittwwwwww..22220011ppeebbbblleebbeeaacchh..ccoomm

FFAANNTTAASSTTIICC BBUUYY!! VVeennttuurraa’’ss SSkkyylliinnee EEssttaatteess PPaannoorraammiicc OOcceeaann,,IIssllaanndd aanndd CCiittyy LLiigghhttss VViieeww HHoommee.. Extensively remodeled 4BR, 2.5 BA with approx. 2,152 sq. ft. per assessor. Remodeledkitchen with granite, tile, travertine, mahogany cabinet fronts,and stainless steel appliances. Huge front viewing patio withfire pit. Upstairs bedroom with spectacular views. 3 walk-inclosets, newer dual pane windows, remodeled baths with cus-tom sinks, travertine, and granite. PPRRIICCEEDD TTOO SSEELLLL AATT$$885599,,000000 –– VViissiitt wwwwww..660011SSkkyylliinnee..ccoomm

VVeennttuurraa BBrroocckk HHiillllss BBeeaauuttyy.. Largest floor plan with swimmingpool and spa. 4 BR, 2.5 BA with approx. 1,776 sq. ft. perassessor. Family room with fireplace. Large private lot withlong driveway with room for up to 8 cars. Mountain and val-ley views. Won’t last long. FFAANNTTAASSTTIICC BBUUYY OONNLLYY $$449999,,990000 ––SSeeee VViirrttuuaall TToouurr oonn WWeebbssiittee

AArrcchhiitteecctt’’ss PPeerrssoonnaall HHoommee aanndd MMaasstteerrppiieeccee.. Spectacularpanoramic Santa Paula view home. Unobstructed 210 degreeviews of the ocean, islands, mountains and valley. Built in 1996with approx. 4,800 sq. ft. per seller. 3 BR, 3.5 BA plus separateentrance guest quarters. Huge game room and family room.Energy efficient designed home with 5000 watts of electric ener-gy production. This very unique contemporary home could notbe replaced for the list price. FFAANNTTAASSTTIICC BBUUYY AATT $$11,,229999,,000000 ––VViissiitt wwwwww..553322GGllaaddee..ccoomm

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GGeenneerraattiioonn NNeexxttPlaytime and pampered moms.Imagine That!

MMaaggiicc aanndd MMyysstteerryyModern inspiration in the cradleof civilization

Natural ProgressionCommunity Supported Agriculture

Violet & Gold GalaCLU Community Leaders Associationauction

Recommended reads for the New Year

Local EventsA selective preview ofhappenings countywide

EDITOR’S NOTE 6

PERSONALITY 30

GIVING BACK 23

TRAVEL 16

TABLE TALK 13

COMMUNITY 8

SHOPPING 10

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Your Home Your Castle, 19. Ventura City Pages, 22 & 25.

Health & Beauty, 26. Marketplace, 35. Ideal Homes, 38.

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31CCOOVVEERR: Dr. Adina Nack,associate professor of sociology,on-campus at CLU, Thousand Oaks.Photograph by Brian Stethem.

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TThhee oorriiggiinnaall iiddeeaa ffoorr oouurr JJaannuuaarryy 22000099cover story was to profile five people under theage of 35. Five young up-and-comers movingVentura County forward in the New Year. ThenAdina Nack (cover and p. 31) went and turned36. But since she personifies the idea, we forgaveher utter disregard for our editorial plan andnixed the age barrier, loosening the restriction toa supremely vague “young.”

Without the 35-year-old age limit, the numberfive became irrelevant. Nine was an obviouschoice, considering the year. And it is a nice num-ber—the highest single-number digit in the deci-mal system.“Nine for 2009” (p. 30) also gave usan opportunity to include four more people,which went ever so slightly in the direction ofsolving the eternal dilemma of all magazines:who and what to cover. Inevitably, we will misssome great subjects, but we’re always open toyour suggestions.

Frequently, suggestions come from self-pro-moters. And there’s nothing wrong with that perse. Savvy businesspeople understand the value oflocal publications and reach out, looking tospread the word in the community. If there’s a

story for our readers within their pitch, we’ll con-sider it; otherwise we direct them to the advertis-ing department.

The story about Community SupportedAgriculture (p. 13) was not suggested at all. Eversince my wife and I picked up our first tote ofveggies I’ve raved about the program. But here’s atip: If you’re just looking for cheap organic pro-duce, don’t bother. Some weeks it’s a bargain;other weeks you’d be better off, financially speak-ing, at Farmers Market. And you don’t get to pickand choose like you would there. If critters got tothe lettuce that week, you’re eating cabbage salad.Or no salad at all. Which is exactly the point: veg-etables should be subject to the whims of nature.CSA isn’t strictly about food; it’s also about edu-cation and awareness. When our little girl is oldenough to understand she’ll be volunteering onthe farm, happily digging in the dirt.

Kids reintroduce us to good things we’d beenskipping over in our adult haste (like digging inthe dirt). Call it the subtle wisdom of simplicity.Which isn’t to say we don’t need a break fromthem at times—that’s the obvious wisdom of thetired parent. Rebecca Reindl, a mother of two(and a savvy businessperson), understands thatneed and opened a business catering to parentsand children alike. At Imagine That! (p. 23), kidssquirrel about while moms lounge on comfycouches, coffee in hand, enjoying a temporaryrespite from the storm of adolescence. There’seven a room for spa treatments. For mom, ofcourse. The kids couldn’t care less.

Then again, in times like these we could all usea massage.

Happy 2009, and thanks again for your read-ership. As always, feel free to drop me a line at theemail address below.

MMAATTTT KKAATTZZ,, [email protected]

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BY MAXINE HURT

Apparently, 2009 will be arriving with some baggage—and we’re not talking Louis Vuitton.With the economy stalking us, we could alluse some help to get through the tough times. Books are always a great distraction, but they can also educate, alleviating stress of theunknown and empowering us when life cracks open a can of worms.

Independent bookstore owner Clarey Rudd (Bank of Books and Abednego Book Shoppe) has seen an increase in sales of used booksabout economic events like the Great Depression,as well as key players such as Franklin D.Roosevelt.Cognizant of the old adage “histo-ry repeats itself,” people are striving to make sense of the current economic climate. But if you are like me, you can only take on harshrealities for so long before feeling the weight of the world.So here are some (very affordable) books to educate and invigorate,perhapseven heal,as together we move into 2009.

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MMyysstteerriieess TToo DDiiee FFoorr 2940 E.Thousand Oaks Blvd.Thousand Oaks,805.374.0084

Since Yesterday 1929 – 1939 by Frederick Lewis Allen, $3

The Coming Economic Earthquake by Larry Burkett, $11.50

Franklin D.Roosevelt & The New Deal by William E. Leuchtenburg, $5

Your Best Year Yet! by Jinny Ditzler, $8.50

The Book of Comforts: Simple, Powerful Ways to ComfortYour Spirit, Body & Soul by local authors Patricia Alexanderand Michael Burgos, $19.95 (New) How Proust Can Change Your Life

by Alain De Botton, $12.50

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It’s a wonder, then, that so many peopleare lining up to be part of something thatwill actually cut down the time they spendshopping and eating in the market. Butthat’s the promise of The Farmer and theCook’s two-year-old Community SupportedAgriculture (CSA) program, in which sub-scribers pay 100 dollars a month to takehome a hand-picked box of organic, sus-tainably grown fruits, veggies, and herbsevery week.

Accompanied by “The Forager”—Sprinkel’s whimsical-yet-wise newsletterprescribing proper produce preparations,suggesting recipes to get you through theweek, relaying true farm tales, and spreadinggossip about the store’s employees and cus-tomers—the CSA amounts to one-stop gro-cery shopping, your weekly needs completedin a two-minute pick-up. Although it’s justone of a couple similar programs availableto residents in Ventura County, The Farmerand the Cook’s CSA subscribers are part of agrowing movement across the country ofpeople who want to reconnect with agricul-ture in a meaningful way and learn a littlebit about farming, cooking, and stayinghealthy in the process.

“The CSA movement is off the hinges,”said Sprinkel on a recent foggy afternoon ashe sipped chai in his café and personallydoled out bonus watermelons to the patronswho came to pick up their weekly red-and-white produce crate, an activity that occursevery Wednesday and Thursday in the mar-ket. Sprinkel, who is 58, has salt-and-pepperhair, and dresses in the casual utilitarianstyle that a hippie-farmer should, happilyputs fresh food on the table of his 60 sub-scribers in the Ojai Valley, and knows thathe could do even more. “We have a signifi-cant waiting list,” explained Sprinkel, who is

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“Localism?We’ve beendoing thatfor decades.We’ve hadthese pre-tensions for40 years.”

Fields of green (left)in the Ojai Valley,where Steve Sprinkelgrows produce forlocal CSA subscribersand The Farmer andthe Cook market andrestaurant (below).

also hoping to soon launch a new CSA pro-gram—in partnership with the folks atPatagonia—for the city-dwellers of Ventura.

While the desire in Ventura County forthis service is relatively recent, the idea ofcommunities supporting local, sustainably-minded farmers is nothing new to the LosAngeles native, who jumped into the “back-to-land” and organic food movement as aUCSB student in the late 1960s. After gradu-ation, he farmed in Goleta and Carpinteriaand even lived on a commune inMendocino. While managing these farmsand orchards, Sprinkel explained, “We expe-rienced what happened to many people inthe organic farm movement: the gardens getout of hand.” That meant they had produceto share, trade, and sell. That trajectoryspawned the modern organic and slow foodmovements, which are only now starting totruly blossom in the mainstream Americanculture. “Localism?” Sprinkel asked with agrin. “We’ve been doing that for decades.We’ve had these pretensions for 40 years.” Ashe and other likeminded farmers evolvedover the years—many make their livings sell-ing at farmers’ markets around the countryor by supplying gourmet grocers and restau-rants—they’ve managed to keep their ener-getic, exploratory spirits. “We’re still in pio-neer mode,” he said.

The subscribers, it seems, are this nextwave of pioneers, for every week is anadventure. In the winter, your box couldinclude beets, arugula, endives, chard, andspearmint; in the spring, perhaps someFrench breakfast radishes and rainbow Swisschard. In the summer, you might be jugglinghot peppers, squash, kale, chamomile, andtomatoes. And in the fall, maybe some sun-flowers, Lebanese squash, and collard greens.Throughout the year, Sprinkel tries to throwsome culinary curveballs, spices such as epa-zote and veggies like kohlrabi that you mayhave never heard of. On top of all this, sub-scribers are encouraged to volunteer on thefarms, which are also the site of manypotluck parties. So it’s not just healthy foodand supporting your neighborhoodfarmer—it’s about building a better commu-nity and providing hands-on education forthe whole family.

Sprinkel, who hurried off to pick thenext round of hot peppers after finishing hischai, is more than happy to provide.

For more info on the Ojai Valley CommunitySupported Agriculture program, go toFarmerAndCook.com and click on “CSA.”

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RRRReecceennttllyy,, mmyy 1111--yyeeaarr--oolldd ssoonn,, SSkkyy,, hhaass bbeeeenn ssttuuddyyiinngg aboutancient Egypt in the classroom—and at home. We’ve mummified PowerRangers tightly wrapped in toilet tissue (embedded with costume jewelryto simulate amulets and drenched in perfume-scented oils), ceremoniouslyplaced them in decorated shoebox coffins, and buried them in the back-yard. We’ve TiVo’d dozens of History Channel programs ponderingintriguing mysteries: Did Cleopatra commit suicide, or was she murdered?How is a pyramid built? Did the ancient Egyptians really know the cure forbaldness and migraines? We’ve written our names in Egyptian hieroglyphs,and in his sixth grade class at Krishnamurti’s Oak Grove School in Ojai,we explored myths surrounding the symbols in a person’s name. (If yourname has an M, represented by an owl, legend has it that you possessinnate wisdom; R is the symbol of a mouth and refers to those who appre-ciate good conversation and food.) We even constructed a model pyramidout of marshmallows and hot glue—and had a modern mess when weforgot to unplug the hot glue gun.

Fascination with Egypt can start young and can last a lifetime, asthere's no other place in the world that holds more mystery and allure.When media magnate William Randolph Hearst was 10 years old, hismother took him on a world tour of Europe and Egypt, where he gatheredideas from the grandeur and scale of castles, temples, art, and history. In

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Travel writer Amelia Edwards, who penned “A Thousand Miles upthe Nile” in the late 1800s, described the ancient land of mysteries as aplace “of which no writing and no art can convey more than a dwarfedand pallid impression." Bottom line: You have to visit Egypt for yourself.

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It’s no wonder, since Egypt is crowning “Top Destinations” lists andranks with the best of the best in books like “100 Places to See Before YouDie.” (Ironically, the co-author of that bestseller died this year at 47, havingvisited only half of the destinations on his list.)

Like many travelers, visiting the Great Pyramid has been at the top ofmy bucket list. I’ve led trips around the globe—sings sings in Papua NewGuinea, art tours in Florence, treks in Nepal—and even did a seasonalstint as a Yosemite Park Ranger, leading guided hikes into the wilderness.Now, Egypt was calling. And it was calling Downtown Ventura merchants

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We climbedup camelsand downsteep cav-ernoustombs.Weprayedbetween thepaws of theSphinx andhiked intothe heart ofthe GreatPyramid.

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Keith and Francesca Richardson, the owners of theangel store Things From Heaven, too. When we discov-ered our mutual travel interests, we decided to form atour group and invite others to join us.

So with my husband’s assurance that he wouldhold down the Ojai fort and keep our son focused onhis Egyptian studies and crafts, I traveled to Cairo inpreparation for leading two tours there in April 2009:an adventure for families (including my own) and a“Sacred Travels” tour for adults.

Serendipitously, through a mutual friend and viaSkype, I was introduced to Jacqueline Muller, whocame highly recommended for her creative, soulfultours called Sacred World Journeys. As a fellow tourorganizer, Muller appeared to be the ideal mentor formy upcoming custom tours to the cradle of civiliza-tion. A local Egyptian tour company, who also wouldbe assisting me in spring, brought Muller’s grand itin-erary to life with all kinds of special visits, payoffs, andtreats that only locals could arrange.

For seven days, our small group was immersed inauthentic Egyptian cultures and customs. We dined intucked-away family restaurants and savored new con-coctions like squeezed lime juice with fresh mint leaves(add sugar and it’s like drinking a slice of key lime pie).We drifted down the Nile on a traditional felucca andsailed the skies in a hot air balloon. We climbed upcamels and down steep cavernous tombs. We meditat-ed in silence and partied together at the pool’s swim-upbar. We prayed between the paws of the Sphinx andhiked into the heart of the Great Pyramid.

Withstanding the sands of time, Kemet (the origi-nal name for Egypt, from ancient records) kept true toits meaning—the land of magic— and I couldn’t waitto return with my own magical, mysterious tours. Thena proverbial light bulb went off, in the form of thatclassic Beatles song: “The magical mystery tour is wait-ing to take you away. Waiting to take you away…”

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Can’t wait to be here together in April! I’m arranging a Magical, Mystery Tour.xoxoMomP.S. Don’t forget to unplug the hot glue gun!

Mary Sequoia Hamilton publishes a national travel magazine and leadssacred travels around the globe. When not satiating her wanderlust,Hamilton is co-owner of Art-A-Licious, groovy art workshops held out-doors and in her artist studio in Ojai. See SequoiaHamilton.com.

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So one day last summer,Rebecca Reindl, a young Venturamother with two kids, took a lookaround, saw not only a vacuum—infact, a gaping hole—and had abrain-popping idea. There was noplace in Ventura where she couldtake her kids for creative playtimewith other children. At least no placewhere moms could get rechargedwith gourmet coffee or in-house spatreatments while the little ones dotheir thing.

That idea was the birth ofImagine That!—a warm, affordableplace for kids to dance ballet or hip-hip, learn yoga, or simply play withother kids. And while the childrenare twirling, hopping, and stretching,mom can sip steaming coffee withother women, surf the Internet, oreven pop out to do some errandswithout a child in tow.

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Next step was getting an interior designer. The 2,500-square-foot spaceis warm and comfy, filled with pastel colors and high ceilings. Playthings areeverywhere, as are little ballet girls in pouffy tutus over white tights. As Iwalked in, Reindl was manning the front desk with one-and-a-half-year-oldMakayla in one arm and six-year-old Sasha (wearing a tutu) tugging at theother arm.

What’s interesting, especially in this struggling economy, is that Reindldidn’t do any marketing; she just went straight ahead and talked up herplan with other young mothers. The moms’ grapevine, after all, is a power-ful marketing tool.“I started talking about my place at moms’ groups, and itwas really the grapevine,” Reindl says.“Customers were coming in and lovedwhat they saw and starting buying 50 dollar passes.”

Yesina Hughes, 35, works as a paramedic in Santa Barbara and teachesin the emergency medical technician program at SB City College. Four-year-old Haydn is her only child.“We’re always looking for things for her,”says Hughes.“Haydn is in pre-school two days a week, and every day wewant to have a fun outlet. So when a girlfriend from my gym talked aboutthis place, I agreed to meet her here.” Hughes clearly liked what she saw: “Itlooked very clean. She’s got good structure going on, and Haydn loves thedancing. She loves going there.”

Mommies aren’t the only ones giving raves, so are grandmothers.Sharon Yaeko Murray, 50, is a makeup artist in a nearby medi-spa, and shetakes her three grandchildren: Mia, Jordan, and Kiana.“Mia saw the placewhen we were driving by and asked to stop in,” Murray says.“I talked to theladies and could see it was very safe; there are cameras and monitors so youcan see what’s going on. I liked the whole feel of the place.”

Could it get any better? Well, yes. Child psychologist and college pro-fessor Kathleen Van Antwerp, 42, brings her six-year-old daughter, Kylee, toImagine That! “My little girl goes to the same school as Rebecca’s daughter,”Van Antwerp explains.“The mothers in this community are tight-knit, andwhen we find a positive thing for our children, we share the information.”

Speaking as a trained psychologist, Van Antwerp gives Reindl highmarks: “I think it is providing a much needed service for our community.She’s paying attention to where a child is in her development. … Her cur-riculum is based on the children and family.”

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“When Iwalkedinto thereal estateplace, theleaser wasreluctantto sign...When Ishowedthem mybusinessplan, theymust havethought Iwas nuts.”

While kids areclearly the focus,Imagine That!provides formoms as well,offering couches,coffee, and evenspa treatments.

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When Theater 150 artistic directorsChris (the brains) and Deb (the heart)decided to move the nonprofit theaterinto roomier surrounds, a Ford dealer-ship, an old church, and a funeralhome were among the contenders.The funeral home won. The engagedcouple that work by the words ofOrson Wells—“Don’t give them whatyou think they want; give them whatthey never thought was possible”—considered it a fitting venue. “They’vedone a remarkable job revitalizing thebest theater in Ojai,” says local actorPeter Fox, echoing the words of manytheater lovers in the community. Nowwith twice as many seats to fill, Chrisand Deb are looking toward the future.They plan on working with Ojaischools to offer more classes for kids,as well as improving the quality oftheir already topnotch productions. Ina poignant act of serendipity, the duomet at Theater 150. That was sevenyears ago, when actor Chris read for apart in Deb’s playwright debut.Nowadays they work together seam-lessly, utilizing distinct talents tostrengthen their working relationship.

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Don’t look behind you. It’s dark back there. But there’s light ahead, and that’s what these young people represent—forward movementwithin our community. Looking into 2009, what do you see? We see open road with a lot of dangerous curves fading behind. And that’sthe direction these nine lives are heading. Culture still thrives in Ventura County—in dance and theater and all forms of art—albeit lessprofitable for the time being.Young entrepreneurs are rising from the rubble of a wounded economy. Education and volunteerism con-tinue to flourish. And as we welcome the first vibrant, young president since Kennedy in ‘61, we enter into a level of universal dialogueunlike anything that could have been imagined in the sixties, thanks to the Internet. It takes time to rebuild a broken house. Meanwhilewe live amidst the detritus of a construction zone. And people like your neighbors on the pages ahead just keep moving. And the worldwill catch up. Perhaps in 2009.

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After two Pennsylvania winters studying at Bucknell University, this fifth generationVenturan transferred to Pepperdine and eventually settled in Ventura County to work atMerrill Lynch as a financial advisor. Determined to give back to his community, John serveson the Young Professionals Network of the Oxnard Boys and Girls Club and is a BoardMember of the Oxnard Rotary Club.

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WWhhyy ddoo yyoouu cchhoooossee ttoo wwoorrkk wwiitthh yyoouutthhss?? You notice that the kids understand hard workhas its rewards, and that there are many people out there for them, cheering for them, andwanting them to succeed.

WWhhaatt ddoo yyoouu hhooppee ttoo aacchhiieevvee tthhrroouugghh yyoouurr ppuubblliicc sseerrvviiccee?? I hope that children in thecommunity will learn what it means to be part of a team, to stay healthy and exercise regu-larly, and that hard work can make any dream come closer to reality.

WWhhaatt ddoo yyoouu lloovvee aabboouutt VVeennttuurraa CCoouunnttyy?? The people. Since we are a small farm andfamily-oriented community, you know your neighbors and people do genuinely care. Forexample, the other day my neighbor called before I went to bed to inform me that my garagedoor was still open.

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AARRTT AANNGGEELL,, VVEENNTTUURRAAThis 28-year-old artist, founder of the Red Brick Gallery and winner of a 2008 Mayor’sArts Award,has done more than her fair share to build the relationship between art andthe community. She works closely with the Downtown Ventura Organization, pro-moting local events, and somehow finds time to teach art classes for children.

WWhhaatt ddoo yyoouu hhooppee ttoo aacchhiieevvee wwiitthh yyoouurr ggaalllleerryy?? I want to bring art to the com-munity in an accessible, comfortable atmosphere. I feel that the more the public seeswhat amazing art is created in their community, the more they’ll want to support thearts and buy pieces locally.

WWhhaatt’’ss oonn tthhee hhoorriizzoonn ffoorr yyoouurr ggaalllleerryy?? I am hoping to continue making animpact in the community with more outreach and collaboration with local nonprof-its. We are planning a series of monthly workshops for 2009 that are taught by localartists, including myself.

AAnnyy nneeww pprroojjeeccttss iinn tthhee wwoorrkkss?? I’m currently working on a new series. I’m alsoworking on an art fundraiser for “Kids’Arts”and Bell Arts Factory’s youth art program.

HHooww aarree yyoouu aabbllee ttoo mmaannaaggee yyoouurr aaccttiivviittiieess?? I have very little social life. I love allof the things I do, so I spend my time balancing them. Organization is the key.

WWhhaatt iiss oonnee ooff yyoouurr ggrreeaatteesstt ffeeaarrss?? I have nightmares that no one shows up to oneof my artist receptions. I know it sounds silly,but I don't want to disappoint my artists.

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While on a football scholarship at Stanford,Ventura native Sam Benner walked onto the field at the RoseBowl in 2000 ready to take care of business. As defensive end, he did just that. And now he’s back, doingthe same locally as an award-winning volunteer and Internet consultant. In 2008 he was inducted intothe St. Bonaventure High School Hall of Fame and named the Ventura Chamber of Commerce Volunteerof the Year.

WWhhyy ddiidd yyoouu cchhoooossee ttoo wwoorrkk iinn tthhee IInntteerrnneett mmaarrkkeettiinngg iinndduussttrryy?? I majored in Communicationsat Stanford because I loved the combination of studying people and how they process media.Working inInternet marketing gives me the opportunity to continue to pursue those interests.

WWhhaatt aarree ssoommee ccoommmmuunniittyy pprroojjeeccttss yyoouu’’vvee wwoorrkkeedd oonn?? I’ve volunteered with the Ventura CountyEducators’ Hall of Fame, Housing Opportunities Made Easier, Ventura County AIDS Partnership, andthe Museum of Ventura County, working with the principles of these organizations to help them use theInternet to promote their causes.

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WWhhaatt ddoo yyoouu ppllaann ttoo cchhaannggee aabboouutt VVeennttuurraa CCoouunnttyy?? Bring more connectivity between the localmerchants and their customers, and localize the global online marketplace.

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“Opportunity is often disguised as hard work. That’s why so many people miss it.” These are words that TifneyBertram keeps top-of-mind. And considering the opportunities that have come her way, this belovedteacher/surfer/gardener must be very hardworking indeed. The local community voted her one of the best teachersin Ventura County for 2008, and her five-year-old school garden program has been attracting accolades statewide.

HHooww ddiidd tthhee sscchhooooll ggaarrddeenn pprrooggrraamm aatt CCaabbrriilllloo MMiiddddllee SScchhooooll bbeeggiinn?? My principal caught wind that I hada green thumb and asked me to take on a garden restoration project. I had to start by tearing out dead trees and grad-ing. I persuaded community members like APEX General Contractors to help with the manpower.

WWhhaatt ddiidd yyoouu hhooppee ttoo aacchhiieevvee tthhrroouugghh tthhee pprrooggrraamm?? At first I just wanted to beautify the campus and do some-thing I loved. Now, I’ve been accepted to the UC Master Gardener Program in Ventura. It will hopefully give me ideason how I can fill the gaps between elementary school gardens and high school agriculture classes.

HHooww iiss tthhee ggaarrddeenn bbeeiinngg uusseedd?? Teachers take their students out there for class, student presentations are madethere—even detention! Some kids actually got detention on purpose because they had never seen a caterpillar orplucked a tomato off the vine and eaten it.

AAnnyy ppllaannss ffoorr ootthheerr ccoommmmuunniittyy pprroojjeeccttss?? I would like to become an expert on creating and sustaining schoolgardens, and create cross-curriculum lessons for the garden.

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FFIITTNNEESSSS PPHHEENNOOMM,, TTHHOOUUSSAANNDD OOAAKKSSKeep an eye on Michelle Vrakelos—if you can. The VenturaCounty native is a blur of innovation, a high-energy flashwith a way of turning everything she touches into gold. Ormuscle. A professional dancer, Vrakelos honed her chops atthe uber-hip Edge Performing Arts Center in Hollywood.M6 Fitness, her new hybrid gym in Thousand Oaks, fusesexercise and dance, and has either the atmosphere of atrendy house party or a family-friendly vibe, depending onthe day and time. The buzz around M6 has already attract-ed people from Ojai to LA:“People just want to be here,”saysVrakelos. “They want to be entertained when they workout.” Ever the innovator, Vrakelos has a knack for creatingprofitable niches. When she couldn’t find clothes to fit herathletic build, she started her own line—Cozzi ClothingCompany—which was immediately snatched up by chicstores such as Fred Segal, Planet Blue, and M. Fredericks.When she took up Tae Bo, her agility caught the eye of leg-endary founder Billy Blanks: “Your kicks scare me,” hereportedly told Vrakelos before inviting her to join his exclu-sive Tae Bo team.Which ultimately led to the hybrid conceptof M6 Fitness. So what’s next? Live DJs for one. And beyondthat, the sky’s the limit.

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According to pediatric experts, a normal four-year-old“enjoys making loud noises.” Appreciation of Tchaikovskycomes later—for Fillmore’s Natalie Graham, a full decadelater. Which doesn’t seem terribly strange until you realizethat Natalie Graham is only 14. A student at BalletAcademy Ventura since she was four, Graham played a leadrole as Clara in the Ventura County Ballet Company’s pro-duction of The Nutcracker this fall and has all the markingsof a future star. “I’m just kind of keeping my options openright now, working hard at what I do and then we’ll seewhere the future takes me,” she says. Keeping her optionsopen—at the age of 14? Graham’s natural poise lends itselfperfectly to the flow and grace of classical ballet. And withher family’s support, this rising star seems destined forgreatness in the performing arts.“It’s a little girl’s dream tobe a ballerina,” she says in a soft voice, sounding for amoment like any other young teen.“I think my parents justkind of realized that I really wanted to do it.”

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AMONG FRIENDS ART EXHIBITThrough January 25 |Red Brick GalleryThe works of over 30 artists usinga variety of mediums are featured.Themes run from nature toabstraction, with a strong empha-sis on Ventura and the ocean.Most of the show is priced at $100or less. All of the artists exhibitinghave been featured in the galleryin one or more shows during2008. "Among Friends" celebratesthe symbiotic relationshipbetween the gallery and its artists.Free. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. 328East Main St., Ventura.FFoorr mmoorree iinnffoorrmmaattiioonn ccaallll880055..664433..66440000 oorr vviissiittRReeddBBrriicckkAArrtt..ccoomm..

WHALE WATCHINGGETAWAYThrough March 31 |Crowne PlazaThe Ventura Coast is known for itsspectacular whale sightings, andthis year the Crown Plaza VenturaBeach Hotel is teaming up withIsland Packers to celebrate thesecreatures with a Whale WatchingPackage. Best viewed from lateDecember through March, theannual migration of over 10,000whales and 6,000 miles is a majorattraction in Southern California.The Whale Watching Package ispriced at $129 plus tax (based ondouble occupancy and subject toavailability) and is valid Sundaythrough Thursday. The packageincludes one night’s accommoda-tions and two adult passes onIslands Packers’ three-hour WhaleWatching Cruise. 450 East HarborBlvd., Ventura.FFoorr mmoorree iinnffoorrmmaattiioonn ccaallll880055..664488..22110000 oorr vviissiittCCPPVVeennttuurraa..ccoomm..

IF THESE WALLS COULD TALK: CHINA’SIMPERIAL GARDENS January 5 & 6 |Museum of Ventura CountyOne of China’s most beautiful andenduring landmarks is the focusof artist George Stuart’s newestmonologue. If These Walls CouldTalk: China’s Imperial Gardens is anillustrated talk that describes theremarkable history of the ancientgardens and those involved in itsrebirths. Six accompanyingGeorge Stuart Historical Figuresfrom Chinese history are on viewat the museum until March 22.Seating is limited. For reservationscall 805.641.1876 ext. 305.Members of the George StuartHistorical Figures Guild mayattend at no charge; admission forMuseum members is $10; non-members, $15. 1:30 p.m. on

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BREAKING UP ISHARD TO DOJanuary 9 - 11 & 15 - 18 |Thousand Oaks Civic Arts PlazaPresented by Cabrillo MusicTheatre and directed by TroyMagino, this musical features thehit songs of legendary musicianNeil Sedaka.The high energy musi-cal begins on Labor Day weekendin 1960, when two friends fromBrooklyn seek romance and goodtimes at a Catskills resort.Recommended for all audiences.Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 2p.m. & 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m.,Thursday at 8 p.m. Fred KavliTheatre.Tickets available fromTicketmaster (805.583.8700 orTicketMaster.com) or the ThousandOaks Civic Arts Plaza Box Office,2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd.FFoorr mmoorree iinnffoorrmmaattiioonn ccaallll880055..444499..AARRTTSS oorr vviissiittCCaabbrriillllooMMuussiiccTThheeaattrree..ccoomm..

“CROWFOOT”FUSION TRIO January 14 |Ojai Valley Woman’s ClubCrowfoot weaves together musi-cal influences from England,Ireland, Quebec, and theAppalachian Mountains into afusion that delights dancers andlisteners alike. The group incorpo-rates their own distinctive compo-sitions and are known for theirrich vocal harmonies, hauntingballads, and finely crafted instru-mental arrangements. $15advance, $18 at the door. 7 p.m.(doors open at 6:30 p.m. for willcall and at 6:45 p.m. for ticket buy-ers) 441 E. Ojai Avenue, Ojai.FFoorr ttiicckkeettss oorr mmoorree iinnffoorrmmaattiioonnccaallll 880055..666655..88885522 oorr vviissiittOOjjaaiiCCoonncceerrttSSeerriieess..ccoomm..

VENTURA WALKINGTOURS January 16 - 17 |Dowtown VenturaThe San BuenaventuraConservancy is pleased toannounce its cultural heritagepartnership with the VenturaVisitors and Convention Bureau inpresenting the SBC’s architecturaland archaeological tours of theCity of Ventura’s unique culturalheritage. The walking tours fea-ture the architecture, archeology,and aesthetics that put Venturaon the map. $20 for both tours.$10 for SBC Members in goodstanding. The “UpstairsDowntown” tour will be heldFriday, January 16 from 4-7 p.m.

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MARTIN LUTHER KINGCHAPEL SERVICE January 21 |Cal Lutheran UniversityIn a celebration of the life andlegacy of civil rights leader Dr.Martin Luther King Jr., the CLUcommunity will host a chapelservice co-sponsored by CLU’sCampus Ministries, Brothers andSisters United and Office ofMulticultural Programs. Admissionis free. 10:10 a.m. SamuelsonChapel, Olsen Rd & South CampusDrive, Thousand Oaks. FFoorr mmoorreeiinnffoorrmmaattiioonn ccaallll tthhee MMuullttiiccuullttuurraallPPrrooggrraammss ooffffiiccee aatt 880055..449933..33332233..

“IF THE WAY IS OPEN”PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITJanuary 22 |Ventura Beach MarriottBrooks Institute presents If theWay is Open, a lifestyle photogra-phy exhibit by Brooks Institute’sVisual Journalism graduates MattMallams and Elyse Butler. If theWay is Open is a body of work thatportrays the ebb and flow of life.For the artists, photography is notjust a job, it is a lifestyle. BothMallams and Butler attendedBrooks Institute and were recipi-ents of the 2006 AchievementAwards, given to top students atgraduation. The public is invitedto the artists’ opening receptionfrom 5-7:30 p.m. Visions Gallery,2055 East Harbor Blvd., Ventura.FFoorr mmoorree iinnffoorrmmaattiioonn ccaallll880055..669900..77660033..

UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVEPOTENTIAL WORKSHOPJanuary 24 |Museum of Ventura CountyDuring this one-and-a-half-hourworkshop, Brecia Kralovic-Logan, aSanta Barbara-based ceramic andfiber artist, writer and creativitycoach, will share her easy to learnmethod for developing creativity,which can be applied to any fieldor endeavor. Each workshop ses-sion is limited to 24 students. Thecost for the creativity workshop is$15 for the general public and $10for Museum members. There willbe a 10:30 a.m. and a 2 p.m. work-shop. 89 S. California St., Ventura.FFoorr mmoorree iinnffoorrmmaattiioonn oorr ttoo RRSSVVPP((bbyy JJaannuuaarryy 1166)) ccaallll880055..664411..11887766 eexxtt.. 330055..

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IMMACULATE T WO STORY

CITRUS HILLS EXECUTIVE HOME

This lovely home in Ventura isclose to schools, shopping, andfreeway access. The living roomhas a fireplace with a custommantle. It also features cathedralceilings.There are beautiful woodlaminate floors in both the diningroom and kitchen. Upstairs fea-tures a Master bedroom withattached bath, plus two morebedrooms. This home’s backyardis reminiscent of an English Tea

Garden. It is immaculate andnicely completed by a Koi pond.This one’s a Must See! ContactLarry Krogh at General PacificProperties 805-312-0512

BEDROOMS: 3

BATHROOMS: 2

PRICE: $509,000

SUPER CLEAN

BEAUTIFUL CALIFORNIAHERITAGE HOME

MIDTOWN CHARMER, COMPLETELY REMODELED3 bedroom + 2 bath home complete with hardwood floors throughout, tumbled marble in bathrooms, stainless steel appliances & granite in kitchen. Huge backyard and 2 car ga-rage completes this perfect house. A beautiful must see at a great price! $ 449,000

OCEAN VIEW HOME ON DESIRABLE BUENA VISTAOcean views from living room, dining room & bedroom. Beautiful 4 BR 2 BA, could be split into a 3 + 1 and a 1 + 1 guest. Separate art studio above private courtyard. Wood floors, fireplace in living room with vaulted ceilings, wood doors, new windows, remodeled main bath with separate tub and shower, new stucco and paint. $ 900,000

630 COUNTRY COURTThis property is amazing and close to nature. Huge 1/2 lot provides for an anazing pool home complete with spa and completely finshed landscape. This 3 BR, 2.5 BA home is nestled in a very quite culdesac. 3 car garage with RV parking. To view virtual tour, go towww.630CountryCrt.com $690,000

A Real Estate Broker Who Believes Your Integrity Defines You!

Larry Krogh 805.312.0512DRE # 01804837

[email protected]

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Call for a free Ventura county bank owned & short sale list.General Pacific now o"ers Property Management on your

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WELCOME TO PARADISE!Nestled behind large stately gates and rambling roses, this lovely immacu-late home boasts double stair cases with ornamental iron baluster. Traver-tine stone flooring, 6’ marble & travertine mosaic medallion greet the entry. Victorian cream cabinets in the kitchen make this truly a chef’s & enter-tainer’s dream, complete with center island with veggie sink & all counters made from granite. Beautiful built-ins complete with decadent crown mold-ing throughout. Upgraded hardware and plumbing fixtures, custom wall treatments and paint throughout. Custom window coverings and drapes. Enormous stone fireplace in living room. Plasma screens in nearly every room, including some bathrooms. Game room with pool table & surround sound for huge plasma. 4 car garage. Guest casita. Stone waterfalls and swimming pool with grotto, pebble and abalone bottom with stone water slide, fire pit, lawn & exotic plants. This is Paradise! To view virtual tour, go

to www.2124RamblingRose.com Offered at $1,625,000

RARE WATERFRONT PROPERTY4BR + 3.5BA, 3,014 sq. ft. Exquisitely rebuilt & remod-eled flowing home. Everything is top of the line — from the Bosch appliances, Hayler wine cooler, Kenmore washer/dryer, wood flooring, Jacuzzi tub, atrium style courtyard. Special financing. To view virtual tour, go to www.2964SailorAve.com $1,750,000

COMPLETLEY REMODELED VENTURA HOMEThis beautiful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with pool is located on a large corner lot in a desirable neighborhood. Custom made for entertaining and fun. Vaulted ceilings in living room w/fireplace, great family room w/fireplace, Hardwood floors, French doors, and granite counters. Don’t miss it, come & see! $535,000

www.GeneralPacificProperties.com

SUPER CLEAN CALIFORNIA HERITAGE HOMEClose to schools, shopping and freeway access. Living room has fireplace, custom mantle and cathedral ceilings. Beautiful, wood laminate floors in dining & kitchen. Upstairs features Master bedroom w/attached bath, & 2 more bedrooms. Back-yard w/ Koi pond is immaculate. Yard is reminiscent of an Eng-lish Tea garden. A Must See! $509,000

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