Danville Library
What could possibly make a thriving neighborhood library—with a rich variety of programs, services, and collections—even better? Well, having the best customer service in the county could certainly have an impact. “This distinction means the world to us!” said Seng Lovan, Senior Community Library Manager of the Danville Library. “We strongly believe in a public library’s role in a vibrant community. Our customer service is rooted in the belief that we want our community, patrons, and library to succeed.” Recently, based on direct feedback from their Teen Advisory Board and the Danville Youth Council, the Danville Library unveiled its new Teen Zone—an area exclusively for teens to study, gather, collaborate, and work together. Open seven days a week, 60 hours a week, they also have a wealth of resources available online 24 hours a day, including downloadable audio and e-books, Discover & Go museum passes, digitized magazines and much more.
400 Front St., Danville, CA. 94526, (925) 314-3750, www.ccclib.org/locations/danville.html
Nicole Solari
A hand-picked team of top agents left one of the nation’s largest realty brands to launch the Solari Group, Inc. as an independent brokerage serving Napa and Solano counties. A member of Napa’s pioneer wine-making Solari family, founding Broker Nicole Solari, shares the fabled family’s entrepreneurial drive. Having begun her real estate career as an associate, she quickly built her team and its book of business to record heights. Nicole’s vision was to give Solari Group clients and agents a consistently satisfying experience. She noted, “I structured our team with a vision that adds meaning and purpose to being a real estate agent and that creates a positive culture where client service comes first and outcomes are wins for clients and agents alike.” She attributes the team’s heady growth to “providing customer-focused service and utilizing technology to simplify the selling and buying process.” The Solari Group is excited to build on the principles that have made them successful, and they will continue offering premium experiences to clients in the markets they serve.
1700 2nd St., Ste 222, Napa, CA. 94558, (707) 486-5400, www.nicolesolari.com
Coldwell Banker
Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific was formed in 1981, and has grown from an office of four to now 84 agents. The owners and managers of the office have over 100 years of real estate experience between them. The company is the most productive residential real estate office in Benicia, Vallejo, and the entirety of Solano County. The office has annually won the prestigious “President’s Award of Honor” since its founding in 1990.
Over the years, many homeowners and investors have trusted the Realtors at Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific with very important residential transactions, totaling in excess of $6 billion. Give one of our agents a call or drop by our office at 900 First Street, Benicia, for assistance. Be assured our agents can represent you with their superlative service.
900 First St., Benicia, CA, 94510, (707) 745-6000, www.coldwellbanker.com/coldwell-banker-solano-pacific-3903c
Dana Green, Dana Green Team
The Dana Green Team is composed of five skilled realtors, an exceptional staff, and of course, Dana Green herself—CEO and Lead Realtor of Dana H Green RE, Inc. “I am honored and humbled that you have voted for me and for my team,” she said. “It speaks to your success and happiness, which is our top priority!” Dana Green is all about ensuring that her clients receive superior service and unprecedented results, leading them to have earned the coveted Five-Star Customer Service Award from REAL Trends for the past five years straight. They custom tailor and flawlessly execute individualized plans for their clients that incorporate market research, pricing, house prep, staging, and marketing. As the industry constantly evolves, the Dana Green Team, and their clients, are always in the know. They are committed to their local community and are proud to be actively involved in numerous local nonprofit organizations.
201 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette, CA. 94549, (925) 339-1918, www.danagreenteam.com
Napa School of Music
Originally founded by Peter & Victoria Sykes in 2005, Ralf Lindner became the new school owner and director in March of 2017. Ralf has a passion for music, experience as a performing musician and many years in business marketing.
Ralf has continued with the same spirit and approach that has been so effective and successful in the past 13 years. As a result, students will experience the same high-quality lessons and programs that they have come to expect.
Now in its 13th year of operation, the school has provided thousands of lessons to families in the Napa, Solano and Sonoma counties. It is the North Bay’s premier private music school with approximately 400 students taking lessons every week from 16 highly qualified teachers.
The school offers private lessons for all ages on individual instruments including voice and several themed classes such as “Music Together” for children 0-5 years old. Since opening, the school has also conducted over 50 Garage Band 101 sessions.
4032 Maher St., Napa, CA. 94558, (707) 252-4040, www.napaschoolofmusic.com
Vallejos Tae Kwon Do
“Martial arts is not about fighting; it’s about building character.” – Bo Bennett
That statement is the embodiment of Vallejos Tae Kwon Do; the development of “Life Skills” – Tae Kwon Do is simply the medium used to deliver those lessons.
Master Vallejos has been a constant presence in the Benicia community for more than 35 years. Voted “#1 Martial Arts School” for eight consecutive years by the Times–Herald is an honor they strive to uphold. Vallejos Tae Kwon Do’s dedication to their students and through partnering with the parents of their community have resulted in confident, strong, well-rounded, professional adults. They also will work with the parents of their students to help them reach their own fitness goals. They look forward to meeting you and helping both you and your children to develop lifelong habits of fitness, wellbeing and confidence.
425 Military East, Benicia, CA. 94510, (707) 746-1795, www.vallejostaekwondo.com
Chevron Family Theatre Festival
“The Chevron Family Theatre Festival is a place where families can discover the magic of live theatre together,” said the festival’s producer and creator Scott Denison, general manager of the Lesher Center for the Arts. “Activities take place in all theaters with multiple performances, as well as shows in the lobbies and in the street.” Throughout the festival, you and your family can enjoy any combination of 50 performances and activities in the short 6-hour event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year’s festival will include a presentation of The Adventures of Robin Hood from the Fantasy Forum, and the Pushcart Players will be returning from New York. You can also expect to see Alex Ramon Magic, which is always a highlight of the festival. Come and enjoy high-quality (and high-tech) professional presentations and activities designed specifically for you and the family.
The 12th Annual Chevron Family Theatre Festival, July 21, 2018, Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek, CA. 94596, facebook.com/ChevronFamilyTheatreFestival, www.lesherartscenter.org
Napa Pediatric Dentistry
Napa Pediatric Dentistry is dedicated to providing high-quality, comprehensive dental care to its patients in a gentle, caring, and fun environment. They believe that the path to excellent lifelong oral health begins at a young age. They consider their mission to work with parents and children to provide personalized care that will provide the necessary foundation for a healthy smile. The specialty office welcomes children from the ages of 1-18 and are specially trained and equipped to accommodate children with special needs.
Angelina Ring, DDS (“Dr. Angie”) is a board-certified specialist in pediatric dentistry. Her additional specialty training and years of experience as a pediatric dentist have provided the foundation for a practice philosophy that is centered on prevention. Napa Pediatric Dentistry places emphasis on education and encourages minimally invasive dentistry.
Dr. Angie and her staff take pride in maintaining an office that is on the cutting edge of both technology and continuing education. Napa Pediatric Dentistry also understands its responsibility to the community is not limited to dentistry and is proud to sponsor many community events and organizations.
3425 Valle Verde Dr., Napa, CA. 94558, (707) 265-8389, www.napapediatricdentistry.com
