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Fresno REALTORS Attend Epic Ensembles

kcmaul — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 21:20:29 +0000

Epic Ensembles 7-17-10 003, originally uploaded by Ken and Carol Maul.

Fresno and Clovis REALTORS, Ken and Carol Maul, were delighted with Epic Ensembles, part of California State University, Fresno’s (CSUF) 12th CSU Summer Arts season.

Included in the Ensemble were Thomas Loewenheim on the Cello, Bruce Bransby on Bass, Leor Maltinski and Limon Toren-Immerman, Violin, Evan N. Wilson playing Viola and Antoinette Perry on the piano.

Loewenheim is currently the Head of Strings, Professor of Cello and Conductor of the University Orchestra at CSUF; Bransby served as principal double bass with the Los Angeles Philharmonic under Zubin Mehta, Carolo Maria Giullini and Andre Previn; Maltinski is the Isaac Stern Chair of the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra; Perry is a performer in festivals throughout the United States; Toren-Immerman serves as Concertmaster for the Mozart Classical Orchestra and Assistant Concertmaster for the Chamber Orchestra of South Bay; Wilson is Principal Violist of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

Part of the Fresno State Centennial celebration, CSU Summer Arts is celebrating its 25th season and its 12th season at Fresno State. Directed by Jim Spalding, the Summer Arts programs is bringing over 40 public events to this area. Some of the best artists from throughout the world are in residence at Summer Arts, sharing their art and skills.

Epic Ensembles will make another concert appearance on Monday, July 19.

The Summer Arts Season ends on July 23, 2010.

For a complete schedule and more information, see CSU Summer Arts.

Fresno REALTORS Cool off with Ice Cream in the Tower

kcmaul — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 03:25:11 +0000

Ice Cream in the Tower, originally uploaded by Ken and Carol Maul.

Fresno and Clovis REALTORS, Ken and Carol Maul, cooled off in a recent hot day with ice cream at Scoops and More in the Tower District. Featuring Fresno State Ice Cream, Scoops and More is located at 844 E. Olive, directly across the street from the Chicken Pie Shop.

For hours and more information, call 441-0067.

Fresno REALTORS enjoy lunch at Central Java

kcmaul — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 02:48:56 +0000

Central Java – 7-14-10 001, originally uploaded by Ken and Carol Maul .

Fresno and Clovis REALTORS, Ken and Carol Maul, recently enjoyed Chinese Chicken Salad at Central Java in Piccadilly Square at Shaw and Van Ness in Fresno.

Recently opened by sisters, Heidi Berg Breshears and Susan Berg-Flores, Central Java offers breakfast and lunch menu items — many of which are home made using old family recipes.

Central Java is located at 2225 W. Shaw (next to Pardini’s), and they can be reached at 222-8260. They also own another Central Java at 7280 W. Remington in Palm Bluffs — in front of Jones Cleaners.

Check out Central Java for new menu items and free Wi-Fi!!!

Fresno REALTORS Thrilled with Youth Philharmonic Orchestra of Fresno

kcmaul — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 02:31:58 +0000

Youth Orchestras of Fresno, originally uploaded by Ken and Carol Maul.

Fresno and Clovis REALTORS, Ken and Carol Maul, were privileged to attend the Youth Orchestras of Fresno concert at the Paul Shaghoian Concert Hall on the Clovis North Campus of the Clovis Unified School District.

Under the director of Thomas Loewenheim, conductor, the 101 musicians in the Youth Philharmonic Orchestra performed the Violin Concerto in D Major by Brahms with Ukrainian-born Israeli violinist Vadim Gluzman. Also presented was Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 12 in D Minor.

The Youth Philharmonic Orchestra will perform the Shastakovich Twelfth Symphony again in Los Angeles on June 16. There they will be playing at the Orchestra Festival at the Walt Disney Concert Hall.

Youth Orchestras of Fresno is comprised of musicians from over 50 elementary, middle and high schools, as well as local colleges. It was established in 1950 as an all-city ensemble. Today it is an independent nonprofit serving youth throughout California’s Central Valley. Over 200 students participate in the three orchestras: The Youth Chamber Orchestra, the Youth Symphony Orchestra and the Youth Philharmonic Orchestra. The participants range in age from 6 to 19 and come from 15 cities.

Auditions for the orchestras are scheduled for August 28 and 29 and September 4 and 5 of this year. Programs are scheduled for 2010 and 2011. For more information and concert dates see Youth Orchestras of Fresno.

Super Adoption TODAY (5/15/10) till 4:00

Donna Waddell-Solis — Sat, 15 May 2010 19:07:04 +0000

Super Adoption 2010, originally uploaded by Donna Waddell-Solis

Looking for a new 4 legged friend? Better hot foot it over to Super Adoption 2010 held on 5/15/10 till 4:00 at CSUF’s O’Neill Park. 600 dogs & cats just waiting for a loving home. This is a joint effort of animal shelters in Fresno, Madera, Tulare & Kings counties. Check out the Valley Animal Coalition’s web site for info on adopting a pet any day of the year.

Fresno REALTORS Attend Fresno Pacific University Concert

kcmaul — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 01:55:03 +0000

Fresno REALTORS Attend Fresno Pacific University Concert, originally uploaded by Ken and Carol Maul.

Fresno and Clovis REALTORS, Ken and Carol Maul, attended Fresno Pacific University’s presentation of Mendelssohn’s Elijah at the Paul Shaghoian Concert Hall which is part of the Clovis School District’s Performing Arts Center at the Clovis North Educational Complex in Northeast Fresno.

Under the direction of Roy L. Klassen, D.M.A., who is retiring at the end of this semester, the concert featured the Fresno Pacific University Concert Choir and the San Joaquin Chorale, an auditioned choir that is affiliated with Fresno Pacific.

After a light supper, the second piece performed was Brahms’ Requiem accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra.

Soloists for Elijah were Marc McAlexander, Aaron Bryan, Krista Moore, Melinda Ramos and Heidi Webb. Accompanist was Kevin Memley.

Klassen joined the faculty at Fresno Pacific University in 1977 and has been the conductor of the Concert Choir, as well as the Pacific Chamber Singers. He also taught voice and conducting. He will continue to direct the San Joaquin Chorale and will be taking a choir to Australia and New Zealand in June.

Best wishes to Roy Klassen and thanks for his contributions to the music community of Fresno for over 30 years!!

Fresno’s Master Gardener’s Tour 2010

Donna Waddell-Solis — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:30:56 +0000

Master Gardener’s Tour 2010, originally uploaded by Donna Waddell-Solis.

The weather and the gardens were picture perfect at this year’s Master Gardener’s Tour in Fresno. Five stunning gardens were open for viewing.

Check the Fresno Master Gardener’s web site for a list of up coming gardening classes in our area. You too can develop a green thumb

Fresno’s Go Nutts With Mutts Flyball Tournament

Donna Waddell-Solis — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 22:25:16 +0000

Flyball Dogs, originally uploaded by Donna Waddell-Solis

Canine teams from across the state participated in this weekend’s Flyball Tournament at the Fresno Fairgrounds.

Flyball is a sport with two head-to-head relay teams comprised of four dogs. Dogs race down a course leaping hurdles and hit a spring to release a tennis ball before racing back. You can see a few more of the tourney’s doggy athletes pictured here.

The action was so fast that this Fresno Realtor® has no idea who was winning. But whether you know the score or not, this is a fun event for any dog-lover to watch.

Pack Goats on San Joaquin River Gorge Trail

Donna Waddell-Solis — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 16:57:29 +0000

Pack Goats, originally uploaded by Donna Waddell-Solis

You never know what you might come across when you’re hiking, but this is the first time this Fresno Realtor® has run into pack goats.

The owner of these two beautiful animals explained that Europeans have been using goats as pack animals for centuries. Some of the benefits of using goats as a pack animal are that you don’t need to bring food for them; they’ll make their dinner from whatever is available. Smart animals, they can be trained like dogs to come when called.

These goats (one a French Alpine, the other a Swiss Alpine) are dairy breeds that have been breed for packing. You can see a few more photos of these adorable pack goats here.

Amazing Wildflowers at San Joaquin River Gorge

Donna Waddell-Solis — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 16:25:51 +0000

San Joaquin River Gourge Wildflowers, originally uploaded by Donna Waddell-Solis.

Mother Nature has brought out her paint brushes. There’s a kaleidoscopic display of dozens of varieties of wildflowers along the San Joaquin River Gorge Trail (also known as Squaw’s Leap Trail). Catch a small sampling of other wildflowers and glimpse of the trail by clicking here.

Trail description: For the short version, take the trail about 1 mile to the river and bridge. Longest version, just past the bridge you’ll find the almost 6 mile loop trail (go right or left it is a loop that will bring you back to this point). Beautiful foothill terrain with views of table top mountains and peeks at the Sierra Nevada Mountains.

Directions to trailhead: From Highway 168, go east to Auberry, turn left just past the Elementary School onto Powerhouse Road, watch for the large San Joaquin River Gorge sign directing you to turn left, follow this road down till you find two side-by-side parking areas with picnic tables & restrooms. Trail starts from sign at second lot.