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NICOLE SOLARI JORDAN REAL ESTATE ZOCCHI & ASSOCIATES READ WITH A RANGER ON THE FRINGE POISON APPLE
YOUTH THEATRE PRODUCTIONS
Nicole Solari is recognized as one of the top one Renee Marie Jordan is a third-generation Realtor®, Knowledge, connections and proven results are Officials of the Carolyn Parr Nature Center are
percent of agents nationwide, top 100 agents in the who started her career in residential lending. Jordan just some of the reasons that the clients of Teresa grateful to Local Happenings Magazine and its On The Fringe Visual and Performing Arts is a Growing up doing theater doesn’t necessarily
Bay Area and #1 producing agent in her local market. Real Estate was established by her grandmother, Jean Zocchi seek her out and are happy that they worked readers for the recognition. non-profit organization based in Solano County, mean that your child will become the next Oscar-
Clients say that Nicole is a dedicated, attentive, Kotwitz, who was one of the first female real estate with her for their home or investment property The Read with a Ranger program was created by completely run by volunteers. Its mission: “To bring winning performer, but it does mean they get to earn
highly skilled negotiator that has their best interests brokers in Solano County! The company was then purchase. the Napa Parks and Recreation Services department. culturally diverse, female-driven theatre and arts some valuable life
at heart and the knowledge and connections to passed down to She has worked hard over the years to make The Napa Valley Naturalists organization was education to children and adults in Solano County.” experience with
make their housing dreams come true. Nicole takes her mother, valuable connections in the communities of Central founded in 1978 by a group of local citizens with They invite and embrace participants and players creative play.
her continuing education seriously and holds many Diane Jordan, Contra Costa where she serves, including Alamo, environmental concerns. In 1980, one of those of all diversities and backgrounds, including LGBTQ “Theater is
designations that includes GRI, CRS, SRS, SPRES, over 40 years Concord, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Pleasant members, Carolyn Parr, passed away, leaving her communities. They provide visual art and drama an incredible
and CLHMS, and she is a GUILD member of the ago. Renee Hill, and Martinez. Her background growing up modest estate classes, camps and workshops, produce engaging vehicle to teach
Luxury Home Marketing Institute. Nicole runs Marie then in the area, coupled with her energy and assertive to establish and thought-provoking theatrical performances, and and encourage
her business with honesty, integrity, and discretion took over nature, has allowed her to make key connections a nature much more. literacy, self-
while priding herself in being a problem solver, highly the company in the area, which helps to speed the process of center, which “We are the county’s only all-inclusive, 100% free confidence,
skilled negotiator, and master of contracts. Level Up 29 years ago uncovering the ideal home or investment property was named youth theatre program focused on arts education,” appreciation,
Realty is a full-service brokerage providing services and in 2015 for her clients. after her. The said Co-Founder Bryan Payne. “Thank you so much empathy,
to home buyers and joined forces While she works with a variety of clients, she has Center and for this recognition.” public speaking,
sellers, property with RE/MAX an affinity for investment real estate. She has her own its affiliated As of this teamwork, and love
management, Gold. portfolio of investment properties and she likes to museum are writing, On of storytelling—and Poison Apple fosters all of that
first-time Regarded as one of Northern California’s most work with other investors to help with buying and dedicated to The Fringe and more,” said Noelle Arms, Poison Apple’s Artistic
homebuyer dependable brokers, Renee Marie has gained industry selling strategies, while focusing on delivering quality helping people was planning Director/Educational Director. “We love offering
services, and has respect for creating a successful brokerage company. services and creative solutions to meet their needs. of all ages learn its return to these opportunities to Contra Costa, and we’re
VA-assistance Renee Marie’s unique blend of negotiating expertise, The proof, though, is in the pudding, so to speak, more about their local, natural environment. the Junior honored to be chosen as our community’s favorite
programs for innovative thinking, and belief that the client always in that her efforts have reduced “Days on the Market” The nonprofit education group Napa Valley Theater children’s activity for the third time!” In addition to
active and retired comes first has resulted in an extensive client base and provided sales “Above Listing” for those that are Naturalists (NVN) sponsors the Center, with the Festival in programming for children, there are also about two
military clients. with many satisfied homeowners. selling while her fundamental belief that education is the key to the February. to three occasions per year when adult performers can
Outside of Renee Marie specializes in residential sales, first-time background in preservation, protection, and conservation of our “Last year place themselves in the spotlight. In February, the
her work, she is buyers on all levels from starter homes to luxury the area allows precious natural habitats. Its goal is to operate and we brought group’s teen performers will be traveling to the Junior
devoted to her family, living, short sale, luxury, investment, foreclosures, to find that maintain a natural science museum where individuals home an award Theater Festival in Sacramento to be adjudicated by
her husband Neil (who also works with her), her son and 1031 exchanges. Renee Marie has also been the ideal property of all ages may acquire a greater understanding of, and for best ensemble and theatrical professionals for their interpretation of
Evan, and two rescue dogs: Aubie and Oakley. HUD specialist in Solano County since 2009. for her buyers have opportunities for a closer relationship with their we are excited to compete again,” Bryan said. “We Frozen JR and Godspell JR. Poison Apple’s next big
Renee Marie gets to the heart of her client’s wants based on their natural environment. will also be holding our annual costume drive and production will be The Diary of Anne Frank, playing
1700 2nd St., Ste 222, Napa, CA, 94558 and needs. She attributes a great deal of her success needs and Through dioramas, seasonal, topical, and hands-on fall musical.” So, stay tuned for upcoming events at the Poison Apple Playhouse in Martinez. Willy
(707) 486-5400 to the many referrals she receives from clients who wants. displays, and adult and children’s libraries, the Center like those, and inquire see how they did at this year’s Wonka KIDS and summer camp productions of
levelupbrokerage.com appreciate the care and thoughtfulness that she puts Teresa is a introduces visitors to the area’s natural wonders and festival! Moana JR and The Little Mermaid JR follow that.
into every transaction. Friends and family members Member of the ecology. Past youth productions have included Seussical Jr., Find them on Facebook, or just attend one of their
can count on the same excellent service when they are Contra Costa The Center is open on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. Alicia en Wonderlandia, and Wind in the Willows, shows! It’s always a fine night for the theater.
referred to “Renee Marie.” Association of Realtors, California Association of to 4 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 to name just a few. To keep up with what they have 847 Arnold Dr., Martinez, CA, 94553
Realtors, National Association of Realtors, Contra p.m. Admission is free. All its programs are free to planned for 2020, visit onthefringevapa.org.
1038 1st St., Benicia, CA, 94510 Costa Realtors In Motion, and Women’s Council of Nature Center members, $5 for non-members. Group “We are so excited to start our 5th season creating (925) 957-0773
(707) 746-4864 Realtors. tours and school classes can be scheduled during the theater and serving Solano County kids!” Bryan poisonappleproductions.org
remax.com/real-estate-agents/benicia-ca- Give her a call and discover why our readers have week by calling the Nature Center. exclaimed. “We look forward to continuing to serve
94510-reneemariejordan-id28888970.html chosen her this year for their Local’s Choice. The Center is an all-volunteer organization, staffed the youth of our community.”
1910 Olympic Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA, 94596 on Wednesday and weekend afternoons by docents Vallejo, CA
(925) 360-8662 who host tour groups. Interest and enthusiasm are the
teresazocchi.com only requirements for volunteers, and all necessary artteacherstats@gmail.com
training is provided. facebook.com/onthefringevapa
C/O Carolyn Parr Nature Center 3107
Browns Valley Rd., Napa, CA, 94558
(707) 255-6465
cpnaturecenter.com

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