This year’s Local’s Choice Winner for Solano County golf is Hiddenbrooke Golf Club, which is a world-class championship golf course designed by golf legend, Arnold Palmer.
Golf Digest awarded Hiddenbrooke with the prestigious 4.5 out of 5-star rating. Hiddenbrooke Golf Club is proud to be the only course in the surrounding Solano, Contra Costa, Marin and Yolo counties to receive the 4.5 star rating. Pebble Beach Golf Links and Spyglass Hill are the only two courses in California to receive the 5-star rating.
The 2010 Golf World Readers’ Choice Awards also recognized Hiddenbrooke as the No. 9 Best Public Golf Course in the nation. Hiddenbrooke is the only course in the San Francisco Bay Area that made the Top 50 list. The Readers’ Choice Awards also ranked Hiddenbrooke No. 4 in service, No. 5 overall value, No. 7 clubhouse and No. 10 reputation/prestige.
The staff at Hiddenbrooke Golf Club takes pride in providing a quality golf course, first-class banquet facilities and outstanding customer service. Our friendly, professional staff welcomes each guest with a warm smile and a “can do” attitude.
Their commitment is to provide a pleasant and enjoyable experience to each and every guest whether they are playing golf, attending an event or dining in the Grille. The staff’s goal is to bring about the guests’ desire to return and bring their friends to experience Hiddenbrooke.
That is quite a list of accomplishments so head on out to Hiddenbrooke Golf Club and see why the locals chose this course!
1095 Hiddenbrooke Pkwy., Vallejo, CA 94591
707-558-0330
www.hiddenbrookegolf.com
Nestled near the base Mt. Diablo and featuring stunning views and vistas of the East Bay hills, Shadow Lakes Golf Club is a great escape from the hustle of everyday life. The course is well designed. It incorporates its natural setting well and allows for a good challenge regardless of your skill level. A significant emphasis is placed on providing both superior course conditions as well as an upscale service experience. The staff at Shadow Lakes want you to come away with a memorable overall experience and those efforts show. The club also features a well-stocked pro shop, practice facilities and, of course, their sports bar;“19” is the perfect place to catch the game after the game. In total, Shadow Lakes offers some wonderful amenities for golfers of every level. Book your tee time today!
401 W Country Club Dr., Brentwood, CA 94513
925-516-2837
http://golfinbrentwood.com/sl_home/
… Ceremony (sponsored by the City of Benicia in partnership with Benicia Main Street Merchant Open House)
The annual tree lighting ceremony held the first Friday of December in conjunction with Benicia Main Streets Merchant Open House is one of the most magical nights of the year. The entire community and visitors come out to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season. The Tree Lighting takes place at the end of First Street where the city meets the water. The Parks & Community Services coordinate a fun-filled night of a rocking performance of your favorite holidays songs performed by “The Mistletones.” Santa and his elves always schedule an appearance and spend time dancing and visiting with all the children. Santa, Mayor Patterson, City Council and city dignitaries help lead the countdown to light our holiday tree. Benicia Main Streets Merchant Open House celebration continues the night filled with carolers, wagon rides, wine tasting, holiday shopping and more. It is a great community event and evening, which helps to bring the city together while bringing them out to enjoy the season.
370 East L St., Benicia, CA 94510
707-746-4285
http://ci.benicia.ca.us/parks
… Danville (put on by the Danville Chamber)
Stroll Danville’s tree-lined Hartz & Prospect Avenues and enjoy artist booths filled with original works of jewelry, glass, ceramic, painting, and photography at Danville’s favorite street fair, Summerfest! Formerly known as the Danville Fine Arts Faire, this year’s Danville Summerfest has lots of new surprises in store.
Summerfest offers fun for kids of all ages: Pony rides, arcades, jump houses, and arts & crafts that will be located along School Street and the Balford Building parking lot, and the Museum of the San Ramon Valley will provide train rides in the Faz Restaurant parking lot.
There will also be live performances on the Main Stage located on Hartz Avenue at Hartz Way on Saturday and Sunday.
As always the fifth annual Classic Car Show will rev up East Prospect on Sunday. Over 40 of the hottest cars will be on display. Come and talk to the owners and see these magnificent machines!
And don’t forget to bring your appetite. Danville restaurants will gear up with great food served in their outdoor seating areas. Visit the Chamber of Commerce Beer & Wine Booths for Schubros Brewery and Black Diamond Brewery craft brews. There will also be wine served from some local wineries.
You can see why Summerfest was voted Local’s Choice Event of the Year for Contra Costa!
17 Town and Country Dr., Danville, CA 94526
925-837-4400
www.danvillesummerfest.com
Located off of Old Sonoma Rd. between Highway 29 and Harvest Middle School, one can find a hidden gem of a park to help spur the imagination and burn off the energy of your favorite little one. Featuring a wonderful custom play structure with dinosaurs, castles, climbing, slides, swings and the largest iguana you have ever seen! So, next time you are in the wine country with your kids and start to wonder; “What fun thing could I do with them?” Now you will know! It’s a great place to plan a picnic around and it is small enough to allow even a most harried parent a moment of respite while the kids enjoy being kids. It will be a surprise that they will enjoy and you will appreciate and “who knows” maybe next time the kids will be the ones saying; “Let’s go to Napa!”
2447 Old Sonoma Rd., Napa, CA 94558
707-257-9529
http://www.cityofnapa.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=374
V Marketplace is Napa Valley’s most beautiful and inviting specialty retail complex, located in the world-renowned epicurean hamlet of Yountville, surrounded by lush picnic gardens, beautiful water features and meandering cobblestone.
For 47 years, the tradition of retail and customer service excellence has existed here at V Marketplace. Visitors will find a collection of unique specialty shops that include clothing for men, women and children of all ages, an inviting home and garden shop and gift shops that offer a range of items: simple souvenirs, locally made soaps and lotions, romantic bedding and everything in between. Michael Chiarello’s Flagship NapaStyle retail store can be found at V Marketplace, which includes a wine tasting bar and a café.
There are three distinctive art galleries that offer fine art, photography, sculptures, glass art, jewelry and more.
Visitors will find one of the most complete wine cellars of the Napa Valley, offering an inviting wine environment that will please novices and aficionados alike with a choice of a wine bar or a cozy. V Marketplace is also home to Napa Valley’s original hot air balloon company, which launches daily—weather permitting—from the property.
Centered in the foodie mecca of Napa Valley, V Marketplace is home to some of California’s finest wine country eateries, ranging from casual, easygoing burger and panini cafés to mouthwatering and extravagant hand-made chocolates and of course Emmy-award winning Chef Michael Chiarello’s fabulous, delicious and highly-touted restaurant Bottega.
V Marketplace also plays host to special events and entertainment scheduled year round. So, “Come for the Wine, Stay for the Shopping”!
6525 Washington St., Yountville, CA 94599
707-944-2451
www.vmarketplace.com
2014 Local’s Choice of the Year Award for Customer Service in Contra Costa goes to one of Local Happenings favorite places, the Danville Chamber of Commerce.
The Danville Area Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1948 to serve the business communities of Alamo, Blackhawk, Danville, Diablo and, originally, San Ramon. Today, San Ramon has its own Chamber but the cooperative spirit is still evident.
Their Mission statement shows why they are number one in customer service: “Our mission is to enhance the growth and development of business and the quality of life in our community, by helping to keep our membership informed, connected and prosperous.”
The Chamber is comprised of 4 professional staff, a Board of Directors comprised of 15 business representatives and approximately 700 business, nonprofit and service organizations. They are here to serve their members through education, promotion and advocacy. The Danville Chamber has a myriad of business events including monthly mixers, seminars, business-by-referral leads groups and special annual networking events.
This organization prides itself on being fun, energetic and welcoming to all. Each year, for the benefit and enjoyment of the entire community, the Chamber sponsors and organizes two annual Arts and Crafts Fairs, and the annual Holiday Tree Lighting. These events offer opportunities for the residents and business community to work together to foster and promote a cooperative community spirit.
17 Town and Country Dr., Danville, CA 94526
925-837-4400
www.danvilleareachamber.com
The Benicia Parks & Community Services team is honored to receive this Customer Service Award. The Benicia residents and visitors see our staff in many different settings, when you visit one of the beautiful parks, the James Lemos Swim Center, Benicia Community Center, Benicia Senior Center, the City Gym or countless other locations. Our customers’ concerns, questions and suggestions are always a top priority. Our department believes that “Parks Make Life Better” and our goal every single day is to improve and impact the lives we touch through our programs, parks and people. The staff at the Benicia Parks & Community Service Department maintains and operates 211 developed parks and landscaped acres, a 577-acre regional park, 35 city-owned buildings, a city-owned cemetery, an aquatic facility, the Benicia Community Center, over 68 open space access areas and maintenance of 5 landscape and lighting districts in the city. If you are interested in renting out a picnic area at one of our beautiful parks or renting space for an event at one of our indoor facilities please come by and visit us for more information. Our amazing staff is available at the Benicia Community Center Monday through Friday. 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. During your visit you can see lots of great programs and classes in action. You can also sit and enjoy a cup of coffee, free Wi-Fi and meet some new friends.
370 East L St., Benicia, CA 94510
707-746-4285
http://ci.benicia.ca.us/parks
