May 2, 2008

EVERGREEN BUSINESS NEWS

Care Free Permanent Makeup

The owner of Care Free Permanent Makeup, Sue Villarreal, has been Evergreen's best-kept secret to a form of body art. A licensed Electrologist for over 30 years and permanent makeup artist working here in Evergreen for 20 years. This business has kept its clients coming back for years as well as bringing new clients from word of mouth.

Permanent makeup is the introduction of the desired-tinted pigment directly into the epidermal layer of the skin. This process will naturally enhance a person's features without the daily use of cosmetics and will not wash away.

Over the years, Sue has developed methods to perfect techniques, implement effective topical anesthetics and offers long-lasting color choices and styles to tailor-fit.

After taking a few years off to be home for her two sons, the school that provided electrolysis classes offered the first permanent makeup course. She said it was a great opportunity to provide an add-on service in addressing brow and lash hair loss and light nondescript or understated features.

Sue Villarreal and son Devin

"Now for 20 years the owner/operator of Care Free Permanent Makeup," said Villarreal. "It's a dream come true to offer a look that many women prefer and depend on 24 hours a day no matter what their lifestyle."

Villarreal said she is proud that her son Devin is now working with her.

"He has been my student/apprentice for three years and now is becoming my partner," she said. "Devin truly has an artist's eye and is proving to be a great asset to this field. He has the advantage of starting out with the knowledge that my 20 years in this field has taught me."

Care Free Permanent Makeup offers complimentary consultations to view "before" and "after" photos of their work that will leave you astonished. This business meets all OSHA health and regulations. For questions and availability call (408) 274-6402.

Ribbon cutting for new assisted-living residence, The Promenade

Village Green has opened its newest assisted-living facility, The Promenade, for seniors 62 or older. The Promenade provides 24-hour assistance for those who are no longer able to live alone. Basic service includes meals, transportation, utilities, cable, housekeeping, laundry and activities. Should a senior need more, Village Green is capable of providing full-care assistance and hospice.

The gated community offers multiple-senior living options including rental retirement and assisted-living apartments, memory care as well as detached cottage homes for sale or rent.

Do you have an average income?

Actually, $95,457 is the median income in Santa Clara County, not the average. But if that’s what your 2006 tax return was, half the taxpayers made more and half made less.

The statewide median income for all personal income tax returns rose to $35,390 (3.7 percent over 2005), while the median income listed on joint returns rose to $66, 810 (5.1 percent over 2005) according to statistics released today by the Franchise Tax Board (FTB).

Four Bay Area counties again top California’s 2006 median income report. Contra Costa, Marin, San Mateo and Santa Clara counties have consistently reported the highest median incomes.

“Fifty-seven out of 58 counties reported income growth in 2006, a year when consumer spending was up and unemployment remained low in California,” said State Controller John Chiang.

Marin County still has the highest median income for joint returns, reporting $116,626, an increase of 8.1 percent over 2005. Santa Clara County ranked second this year with $95,457, San Mateo County ranked third with $95,394, Contra Costa County ranked fourth with $87,478, and El Dorado County ranked fifth with $78,489. The numbers are adjusted gross income.

Minority, woman-owned Domino’s Pizza to open in Evergreen

There’s a new Domino’s Pizza in town!  Domino’s Pizza franchisee Amandeep Dhindsa opened on Apr. 13 a new Domino’s Pizza store at 2766 Aborn Rd.  The locally owned and operated Domino’s serves the local San Jose/Evergreen delivery area.

“We are dedicated to the San Jose area and are excited about the opportunity to serve its residents,” said Dhindsa. “Our goal is to develop a loyal customer following by delivering hot, great-tasting pizza right to your door.”

San Domino’s will be open for take-out Sunday through Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to midnight and on Friday and Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 1 a.m.  Domino’s Pizza offers customers a full menu to choose from, including four types of pizza crust (thin, hand-tossed, deep dish and Brooklyn Style), Cheesy Bread, Breadsticks, Buffalo Wings, Domino’s Pizza Buffalo Chicken Kickers®, CinnaStix® and Coca-Cola® products.

Customers can call the San Jose Domino’s Pizza at (408) 270-6000 to place a carry-out order or order online at www.dominos.com.

Domino's Pizza was named “Chain of the Year” by Pizza Today magazine, the leading publication of the pizza industry and is the “Official Pizza of NASCAR®.”