Mary Boales, John Fortman and Trish Moore

John Fortman Insurance Agents & Brokers Relocate

The company, a local insurance agency that focuses on client relations and provides insurance for small businesses, nonprofits and homeowner/auto insurance polices, has moved to a new central location at 25031 Avenue Stanford, Suite 90, in Valencia. For more information call 263-7159.

Wolf Creek Restaurant & Brewing Co. takes Major Award

Rob McFerren, co-owner of Wolf Creek Restaurant & Brewing Co. recently won four medals for his handcrafted ales at the 2006 LA County Fair Microbrew Competition. McFerren won the awards in competition with over 200 beers from all over the country. He received three silver awards for his Howlin' Heffeweizen, Hot Rod Double IPA and Golden Eagle Ale. He earned a bronze award for his Wolfbeir Saison. For more information call 263-9653.

Hot Yoga Celebrates Third Year Anniversary with Dance Lessons and Deals

On October 28, Hot Yoga in Valencia will host a party featuring free Salsa lessons, food, music and 50 percent off many yoga packages. A raffle will also be included. For more information call 257-9955 or visit www.hotyogavalencia.com.

Techonsite Hosts Free Computer Clinic

Techonsite hosted a free computer clinic and consultation for Inside SCV Magazine readers on September 30. Attendees brought in their laptops and PCs for a free checkup and diagnosis by the company's technology specialists. Techonsite is a computer support services company serving businesses and home offi ces throughout the SCV and surrounding regions. For more information visit www.techonsite.com.

(Top row) - MaryKay Drury, Cindy Smith, Shauntel Anderson & Ede Eichmann (Bottom row) - Leslene Kukucka, Tamra Levine & Katie LaKamp

Trendsetters "Fashion & Design" Event

The top retailers of food, fashion & design are hosting a special trendsetting event at SCV Design Center on November 3. This collaborative event will feature demonstrations, a fashion show, fabulous food and specialty merchandise. The VIP list is now forming since space is limited; call Just Us Girls at 259-7157 or Madalian at 799-7983 for more information. Pictured here are owners Ede Eichmann and Katie LaKamp of Madalian; Shauntel Anderson of SCV Design Center and Action Window & Door; Leslene Kukucka and MaryKay Drury of Just Us Girls & The Men's Room; and Tamra Levine and Cindy Smith of RSVP - The Catering Company.

Gateway Village Now Open

Gateway Village Shopping Center is located at the intersection of Newhall Ranch and Rye Canyon Roads in Valencia. With over 150,000 square feet of dining, retail and professional service providers, the community is invited to get acquainted with all 30 businesses in the Tuscan-styled village by taking advantage of the special products and services they offer. They apologize for the temporary inconvenience while the connector road is under construction. Enter Gateway Village at the Rye Canyon entrance in the interim.

TPC at Valencia Announces Hire of New Executive Chef

Daniel Otto has been named to the position of executive chef for the Oaks Grille restaurant at the Tournament Players Club at Valencia. Otto is a graduate of the prestigious California Culinary Academy in San Francisco and comes to the TPC at Valencia with a rich history in the Southern California culinary industry. His previous employment has been with such highly-acclaimed facilities as the Hilton Hotels Universal City in Los Angeles; he has also served as executive chef at the Shanghai Reds Restaurant in Marina Del Rey and Monterey Hills Fine Dining in Monterey Park. For more information call 288-1995.

More Accolades for Local Real Estate Agents

Joshua "Dr." Suess and Annie Mai Thai have not only been named SCV's "Best Selling Real Estate Agent," but now also hold the title of Santa Clarita's "Best Real Estate Agent." Both awards were voted by Santa Clarita homeowners. For more information call 702-4640.

McKenna & Greene Grand Opening

Owners Beth Hetu and Nanette Ferrara will open the doors to their home decor and garden store, McKenna & Greene, located in the Seco Village Shopping Center on Seco Canyon Road and Copper Hill Drive, on October 25. Nanette and Beth have a combined 50 years of service in advertising for Robinson's May. McKenna & Greene offers unique fi nds for the home and garden, specializing in French textiles and ceramics, garden stone and wrought iron, luxury soaps and lotions, jewelry and more. For more information call 296-0935.

Land Rover Encino

Land Rover Encino Customer Appreciation

Land Rover Encino showed their appreciation for their customers on Saturday, September 30. The attentive staff provided a buffet of delectable treats and sandwiches for Land Rover drivers who stopped by to have their cars serviced and to perspective buyers looking to drive away with a 2006 Range Rover Sport Supercharge. Visit the number one Land Rover dealership in the USA for a test drive at 15800 Ventura Boulevard in Encino.

Vino 100 Grand Opening

On Thursday, September 14 and Saturday, September 16, Vino 100 celebrated their grand opening in Valencia. Vino 100 sells 100 great wines for $25 or less, in addition to wine-related items for home or giving. Complimentary wine tasting, special wine-tasting events, and the Vino 100 Wine Barometer are currently available. For more information call 294-6886.

DeMejico Grand Opening

Arte Mexicano has completed their name transition to DeMejico. The company recently celebrated the grand opening of their new warehouse/design resource center location at 28255 Constellation Road in Valencia. The Luna family celebrated the grand opening with a mariachi band, authentic Mexican food, and ground-breaking sale. For more information call 257-9580.

Foot Solutions Grand Opening

John and Laura Bouziane celebrated their grand opening on September 12. Located on the corner of Newhall Ranch Road and Copper Hill in the Office Depot Center, the company specializes in understanding feet and associated problems. Foot Solutions offers custom and over-the-counter arch supports to improve alignment of ankles, knees and hips, as well as various healthy shoes that provide better everyday back and foot support. For more information call 702-0070.

Scrapbooking Made Simple Grand Opening

Scrapbooking Made Simple started out its operation on the internet and enjoyed tremendous success. The company's new retail location is now open in Canyon Country. Scrapbooking Made Simple sells popular lines like Bazzill, Karen Foster, Sizzix and Making Memories. They also offer free cropping everyday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., "Crop with Baby" on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and free use of their extensive selection of die cuts (over 40 fonts and 1,500 shapes available). For more information call 298-1112.

The Griffiths Family

Brent's Carpet One New Showroom

The Griffiths Family of Brent's Carpet One, a long-established SCV retailer, welcomed over 100 guests to their newly redesigned showroom featuring luxurious displays and a kid friendly "Pooh-Corner".