Ryan and Sarah Egan have opened Rebel Fitness Academy, a fully equipped, unconventional center that specializes in cutting-edge group and personal training. In addition to coaching Olympic level skiers and riders, Rebel offers recreational, active individuals something not easily discovered – precise, mind-full functional training. Rebel is a place where hikers, bikers, snowboarders, skiers and desk jockeys take fitness, performance and overall well being to a higher level. It is a place where you can truly assess and improve your level of fitness.

“Rebel Fitness Academy exists purely to build, nurture and care for your body. We wholeheartedly believe that caring for your body will reveal your life purpose,” share Ryan and Sarah Egan, the husband and wife team who own and operate the new fitness center. With a variety of options in the region, the Egans differentiate Rebel Fitness Academy through their expertise, commitment to the
highest standards and unwavering emphasis on injury prevention.

“Kettlebell classes will get you stronger, burn more fat and build more muscle in half the time,” explains Ryan Egan,
one of only 150 Certified Kettlebell Functional Movement Specialists. “The kettlebell reinforces movements, training every muscle in your body together quickly and explosively. It is low impact, challenging enough for the most elite athlete yet also safe for teens, seniors and everyone in between.”

Sarah was on the U.S National Vaulting A-team, and she is passionate about creating challenging, effective workouts for all of her clients including the very fit to those living with paralysis. In addition, she understands the nuances and value of staying fit through pregnancy. Her classes and one-on-one training offer safe, healthy and rewarding movements.

For those seeking a personalized approach to fitness, Rebel Fitness Academy delivers with unparalleled training and state of the art equipment.
An individual assessment comprised of functional movement screening, body composition test and discussion precedes training. The personal emphasis grows after the first visit. Group classes are limited to no more than ten participants, and Rebel monitors functional movement scores to track progress and identify exercises that will be most effective to build strength in each individual. Schedule a complimentary personal assessment at Rebel to gain insights about your body and embark on a recommended fitness plan.  Learn what you need as well as what you do not.

REBEL FITNESS ACADEMY

12277 Soaring Way in Truckee
rebelfitnessacademy.com
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(530) 550-7777
 
 
Every day of the week Evelyn Brenner creates colorful, inspirational art in her home in Brooklyn, NY. Combining French lace,  velvet,  sculpture, buttons, beads and pearls, her work grabs you at a glance and pulls you into the details. And, at ninety-four she’s still going strong as an active artist.

Moved by the magnificent array and the quality of art in Evelyn’s home, Truckee resident Elissa Slanger, an artist in her own right, produced a heartwarming and inspiring thirty-minute film, “Evelyn” and asked us to plan a showing.

“Evelyn” will be featured at Women, Art and the Creative Process at Cedar House Sport Hotel event center on Sunday, April 22. In addition, Slanger has assembled accomplished artists to speak about their work following the Tahoe-Truckee premiere of “Evelyn.” Hear from Brooke Bishop, Nancy Tieken Lopez and Eva Nichols. Expect to hear honest feedback about their creative process, palette choices and art.

I’m excited to announce, that’s not all. Inspired by the color, the fabrics and the originality depicted in “Evelyn,” muralist Susie Alexander, one of the most productive and interesting mural artists on the west coast, will facilitate an upbeat and playful evening at Cedar House on Tuesday, April 24. Dive into texture, colors and diverse shapes to embellish and personalize a pre-cut one-dimensional hat while exploring your connection to female archetypes. Alexander believes that creativity exists within everyone and it is our birthright to find a unique way of expressing our creativity. Having experienced the healing power of art and expression on a personal level, Alexander’s passion and contagious positive energy will guide the take home art project.

Women, Art and the Creative Process
A two part series celebrating the creative spirit on April 22 and 24, 2012
April 22
“Evelyn” plus panel discussion from 7 to 9 p.m., doors open at 6:30.
$22 includes glass of wine, beer or nonalcoholic beverage of choice

April 24
Get creative with acclaimed muralist Susie Alexander from 6 to 8 p.m., doors open at 5:30 p.m. Children encouraged (great for ages 12 and above)
$20 includes all material

Advance purchase both evenings for $40.
Admission on the day of each event, if available, is $30 per person.

A portion of admission proceeds will benefit Soroptimists.

 
 
Announcing on-site classes at Cedar House Sport Hotel and “Dishing with Stella,” a culinary lecture series
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Truckee, CA - Stella, Cedar House Sport Hotel’s on site restaurant run by Executive Chef Jacob Burton in Truckee, CA, is offering culinary adventures including classes and topics to engage the mind, hands and taste buds.

“We are committed to offering interesting, high quality programming to residents and visitors and are fortunate to have chef Jacob Burton. Expect more classes to be added to the series,” shares Patty Baird, owner of Cedar House Sport Hotel. Details are available on Cedar House Sport Hotel's new event calendar.

6 p.m. Wednesday, April 25 The Evolution of Pizza: A Tasty History
Follow pizza's infancy from its Sicilian and Neapolitan routes to modern day Neo-Neapolitan pies, from New York style to Chicago, to California and beyond. The Evolution of Pizza covers authentic Neapolitan style pizzas baked in Stella's 800F degree wood-fire oven, Sicilian pizzas, New York style (for the home sick east coasters) as well as creative Californian style. Learn how to properly stretch dough for different styles of pizzas and there will be a sauce making demonstration. Recipes are included in this hands-on cooking class taught by Chef Jacob, and he promises you will learn how to recreate incredible pizzas in your home oven. Each attendee will have the opportunity to make at least one custom pizza and dinner will include pizzas created by the class, a seasonal salad and classic tiramisu. $75.00 pp.  Beer and wine available with dinner at an additional charge. Limited to 16 participants.

6 p.m. Wednesday, May 16 Whole Roasted Chicken: The Sunday Supper Cornerstone
“As modern living continues to demand more of our time and attention, an art form is being lost. The Sunday Supper class will give you the tools and know-how to entice family and friends to your Sunday Super Table with a whole roasted chicken dinner complete with mashed potatoes and gravy, roasted vegetables, garden salad and a tasty dessert,” explains Chef Jacob. He adds, “ With the advent of the farmer's market and many supermarkets carrying high quality meats and organic vegetables, it is no longer the sourcing of ingredients that separates the home cook from the professional chef. The only barrier left is knowledge and technique. This class provides the tools necessary to crush through that barrier.” Receive a recipe handout, prepare a portion of the dinner and enjoy dinner. The cost for this hands-on class is $75.00 pp. Beer and wine are available at an additional charge. Limited to 16 participants.

The “Dishing with Stella” series offers intriguing lectures by Chef Jacob Burton and appetizers at an affordable price point. These presentations will take place across the patio from Stella in the Cervino event room.
Wednesday, May 30 - Salt of the Earth
Learn about the types, usage and science of sea salt while sampling with Chef Jacob. Doors open 5:30. Lecture begins at 6 p.m. and ends at 7:30 p.m. $25 pp

TBA - Vinegar 101
Learn about different types of vinegar and the science behind cooking with vinegar. Guests will take home a "Mother of Vinegar" the culture that allows you to make your own vinegar. Doors will open at 5:30. Lecture will begin at 6PM. Ends at 7:30 p.m. $25 pp

For reservations, call (530) 582-5655.
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How has playing in nature and outdoor education impacted your personal and social development? Do you know any children who have fewer positive outdoor experiences today than you and your friends did at their age? These topics and more will be explored at Play Again next Thursday.

With generous support from the KidZone Museum, Sunshine Tahoe, Cooking Gallery and Cedar House Sport Hotel, the event features guest speaker Barbara Schneider, Ph.D. and the first Tahoe-Truckee showing of “Play Again.” In the film, six screen-addicted teens take their first wilderness adventure.

Attendees will have the chance to think about their most meaningful outdoor experiences and discuss the overarching question posed by the award winning documentary, “What are the consequences of a childhood removed from nature?”

Guest speaker Barbara Schneider, Ph.D. has spent her professional, academic and parental life exploring the ways that individuals and institutions are changed by and leverage experiences in informal learning environments including their own backyards. Schneider’s work has resulted in numerous grant awards, conference presentations and publications. She taught "A History of Methods and Evaluations of Informal Learning Environments" at Stanford University where she earned her Ph.D. in Curriculum and Teacher Education. In addition, Barbara holds a Master's degree in Marine Science from Moss Landing Marine Laboratories. She resides in Los Gatos with her husband and two daughters but prefers to be in Truckee whenever they get the chance. “Being the parent of two active children has proven the best teacher of all,” shares Schneider.


I had the opportunity to work with Barbara on a variety of projects including a three-year study of Nature Bridge's programs across three sites and "Measuring Results," a publication of the Pollinatior's Institute.

IF YOU GOPLAY AGAIN
When: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 15
Where: Cedar House Sport Hotel
Tickets: $15 advance, $20 day of (if available).

Admission includes presentation, film and movie snacks.
“Play Again” explores the role of outdoor play in fostering a sustainable future. Check out playagainfilm.com
 
 
I write everyday and often seek a tip or two to communicate more effectively whether I'm weaving stories into business documents, coming up with headlines for a media release or editing online content. Here are  the writing and editing blogs, articles and sites that I find especially useful.

Eight simple tips to editing your own work by Ali Luke of Aliventures.com
http://writetodone.com/2012/02/09/eight-simple-tips-for-editing-your-own-work/

Fifty Writing Tools: Quick List by Roy Peter Clark is especially useful when I need a handful of tips to do a quick revision before a deadline.

Improve your writing and business offers comprehensive suggestions for succinct and effective business writing.

The basics on writing for the Web / Mobile

I'm continually impressed by the concrete resources that help me serve clients (find an up to date list of writing resources on pinterest).
 
 
A snapshot of our recent event with teas, scones, bread infused with black tea and a showing of Les Blank's "All in this Tea" with co-filmmaker Gina Leibrecht at Cedar House Sport Hotel. A big note of thanks to Tahoe Teas, The Tea Spot and Organic India for their generous contributions to the evening.
The last event in our 2012 Winter Series takes place on March 15. Join us for Play Again.
 
 
Evoo tasting at Cedar House Sport Hotel in Truckee packed the event center on Sunday, Jan. 22. Feedback from attendees included the following:
"I loved last night's presentation. I left the presentation feeling like a more informed consumer. After having read the book about olive oil, it reinforced what I had read. My family and I will be planning a trip in November at Lucero's for the harvest. I will be spreading the word. Thank you, Nicole. I thoroughly enjoyed it."-Anna

"I very much enjoyed the presentation and feel I took home valuable information.  I use olive oil because of the health benefits and it became obvious that not all oils are equal. I would love to attend the next presentation as I use Tahoe Tea but will be out of town.  Will definitely be checking your web site." - Mollie

_"Thanks again for a great presentation. Amy and I are Looking forward to the next tasting". - Chris
"We loved the evening - fascinating - where do we sign up for the Tahoe Tea?!"-Robin
"Great job!  I really enjoyed it!  Learned a lot too.  In the process of tossing all my old olive oil! The only suggestion I would make would be to have a microphone available. Loved it - keep me on the mailing list!!" - Mary Ellen
"Thank you for bringing such a fun foodie event to town." - Lauren 
"Wonderful event and your coordination was impeccable." - Kathy

Event coverage included articles in local papers and mentions in the Reno Gazette Journal, Sac Bee and San Francisco Chronicle as well as a online and calendar postings.
 
 
Thanks to incredible sponsors, our upcoming events in Truckee, CA have been well publicized by community partners and media. Tickets are available for Tahoe Teas on Feb. 9 and Play Again on March 15. Join us!
 
 
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Olive Press courtesy of First Trip to Italy.
_What does it take to be part of the UC Davis Tasting panel? Skill! The ability to smell, feel, taste and detect defects.

Kathy Scopin, First Trip to Italy's Tour Director, was inspired after completing a two-day course on olive oils in Santa Barbara in 2005. Shortly after the class, she was honored to receive a letter noting that she had the skills of an "expert taster."
Fast forward to 2009. After a rigorous four month training program at UC Davis, Kathy was selected as an apprentice for the UC Davis Olive Center tasting panel. Quite an honor! Kathy will share highlights from her experiences at our informed tasting on Sunday, Jan. 22.

I plan to begin sharing PR case studies, what I love about social media, how to connect through compelling pitches. Really I do. I'm just so excited about our Winter 2012 Event Series at Cedar House Sport Hotel in Truckee, CA. When I'm not working on client projects, my time is consumed reading fascinating articles about extra virgin olive oils, diving into interesting pieces about cooking with tea and planning our March 2012 event, Play Again.

 

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