The August 2026 edition of The Valley Lifestyle Magazine celebrates the people, creativity, and small businesses that make Castro Valley and our neighboring communities special. From local art and music to delicious dining and a sweet family recipe, this issue offers plenty to explore.
On the cover, meet Realtor Janella Anguiano, whose love for Castro Valley extends beyond helping people find homes. She shares her commitment to building lasting relationships, supporting local businesses, and bringing neighbors together through her work with the Castro Valley Eden Area Chamber of Commerce.
Inside this edition:
- From the Sketchbook of Cathy Raingarden — Page 4: Enjoy the creative perspective of the Berkeley-based urban sketcher and illustrator who once called Castro Valley home.
- Don’t Miss This! — Page 7: Discover local highlights, including Castro Valley News Live, Healing Stones Shop, the Stanton Avenue chalk mural, and Hayward’s Con Azucar Café.
- Focused on Building Community — Page 8: Get to know cover personality Janella Anguiano and the community connections at the heart of her work.
- Hitting the Right Note — Page 10: Meet Sue and Jayson Bandal, the mother-and-son team at ABC Music, where Sue’s 40 years of ownership have helped nurture three generations of music lovers.
- Valley Kitchen Stories — Page 11: Bring something sweet to your table with Dawn Scialpi’s easy Kahlua cake recipe.
- Pigments of Imagination — Page 12: Explore San Ramon artist Sally R. Baxter’s detailed watercolors and pastels, inspired by the beauty and resilience of the natural world.
- Valley Restaurant Review — Page 14: Visit Pampas Café through a review of its Argentine-style fugazza pizza, alongside the empanadas that have made it a local favorite.
- Setting the Record Straight — Page 15: Catch up with Don Scialpi of One Bad Apple Records as the shop celebrates its 12th anniversary and its home on San Carlos Avenue.
Enjoy the August edition and discover another reason to love local. The Valley is a free monthly magazine celebrating the local good life. Explore more at thevalley.life.
