Style Magazine July 2020
Let’s rewind for a minute to early March. Before life as we knew it came to a screeching halt. I was a distracted mom, driver, wife, and worker who was religious about my routine, took things like haircuts and hugs for granted, and had big plans to see the world this summer. Then, COVID-19. Need I say no more. For anyone who likes to be in control and is a creature of habit, it was the ultimate lesson in letting go and realizing that the only thing we truly have control over is our attitude. Despite the challenging moments, the tears, and the fears that my own family faced, the situation ultimately brought us, and our community, closer. It was a time—a lot of time—of reset, reflection, and, yes, reruns. I embraced the multiple months at home by learning a few new skills (baking sourdough bread and bagels), savoring every second with my daughter who’s growing way too fast, planting a pretty—and pretty prosperous—garden, and gaining a new appreciation for my neighborhood and the people and places that make it thrive. Another positive thing to come out of quarantine? The rates of pet adoption and fostering significantly spiked. As touch between humans became taboo and people started spending endless hours in the comfort of their crib, owning an animal became even more enticing. Just turn to this month’s feature, “Incredible Pets,” on page 53 to read about two lucky pups who were adopted amid the pandemic (Daphne and Lady), plus other four-legged friends who live, and are loved, locally. We also share a lengthy list of area animal rescues, tips for summer pet safety, easy ways to pamper your pet, and furry friends to follow on Instagram. It’s a feel-good feature you won’t want to miss. As life slowly returns to (a new) normal, I hope we continue to be more present, spend ample time outside—and in the kitchen—and, maybe most importantly, support the small businesses that support us on a daily basis. Cheers! — Megan // megan@stylemg.com @meggoeggowaffle
Let’s rewind for a minute to early March. Before life as we knew it came to a screeching halt. I was a distracted mom, driver, wife, and worker who was religious about my routine, took things like haircuts and hugs for granted, and had big plans to see the world this summer. Then, COVID-19. Need I say no more. For anyone who likes to be in control and is a creature of habit, it was the ultimate lesson in letting go and realizing that the only thing we truly have control over is our attitude.
Despite the challenging moments, the tears, and the fears that my own family faced, the situation ultimately brought us, and our community, closer. It was a time—a lot of time—of reset, reflection, and, yes, reruns. I embraced the multiple months at home by learning a few new skills (baking sourdough bread and bagels), savoring every second with my daughter who’s growing way too fast, planting a pretty—and pretty prosperous—garden, and gaining a new appreciation for my neighborhood and the people and places that make it thrive.
Another positive thing to come out of quarantine? The rates of pet adoption and fostering significantly spiked. As touch between humans became taboo and people started spending endless hours in the comfort of their crib, owning an animal became even more enticing. Just turn to this month’s feature, “Incredible Pets,” on page 53 to read about two lucky pups who were adopted amid the pandemic (Daphne and Lady), plus other four-legged friends who live, and are loved, locally. We also share a lengthy list of area animal rescues, tips for summer pet safety, easy ways to pamper your pet, and furry friends to follow on Instagram. It’s a feel-good feature you won’t want to miss.
As life slowly returns to (a new) normal, I hope we continue to be more present, spend ample time outside—and in the kitchen—and, maybe most importantly, support the small businesses that support us on a daily basis. Cheers!
— Megan // megan@stylemg.com
@meggoeggowaffle
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| arts & entertainment |<br />
Spotlight on<br />
Folsom Concert Association<br />
by HEATHER L. NELSON<br />
Performing Artists<br />
FCA Executive Board Members: Paul Schmidt, Bobbi Schmidt, Sharon Burnett, Craig Burnett, and Marc Dubin<br />
Angela Ingersoll<br />
Sings Judy Garland<br />
FCA Excutive Board photo by Kathy Cunningham. Other photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations.<br />
Glenn Miller<br />
Orchestra<br />
Jim Witter<br />
Celebrating their 25th anniversary in April, the Folsom Concert<br />
Association’s (FCA) mission has remained constant: to plan and schedule<br />
affordably priced, annual musical performances for our region’s residents.<br />
The nonprofit also aims to foster, recognize, and encourage participation<br />
in music for all ages. “I get a great sense of pride when I see smiles on the faces of<br />
patrons who come to our concerts,” shares FCA President Craig Burnett. “No matter<br />
what ills are affecting their lives, they’re able to forget their problems and enjoy<br />
outstanding performances—seeing patrons happy makes me happy!” Though their<br />
20/21 concert season was canceled due to COVID-19, you can still support the group’s<br />
mission by donating to their various outreach programs. Additionally, they’re sharing<br />
past performer’s videos on their website, including one from Daniel Rodriguez and<br />
his wife, Marla, who were set to perform on April 5.<br />
HLN: TELL US ABOUT THE FOLSOM CONCERT ASSOCIATION’S<br />
INCEPTION.<br />
CB: In 1994, a group of Folsom residents headed by [the late] Dick Merz met around<br />
his kitchen table to discuss putting together affordable concerts for the city and<br />
surrounding communities. In the spring of 1995, FCA incorporated as a 501(c)<br />
(3) nonprofit. Community concert associations (CCAs), as a whole, started in the<br />
’20s, so people who lived in small [towns] and couldn't get to large cities had an<br />
opportunity to go to the theater and see live musical performances. Today, there are<br />
approximately 200 CCAs across the U.S.<br />
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