Lake Oswego Lifestyle Magazine June 2022

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Pike Awning

ART SPOTLIGHT: The Perfect Piece

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LAKE OSWEGO LIBRARY EVENTS

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SEASONAL: Summer Cinema

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: First American Title

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ext time you attend an event at the Portland Veterans Memorial Coliseum, ponder this: 131 years ago in 1891, Pike Awning opened their first location in roughly that same spot! Although the product line has slowly transitioned over time to meet the changing needs of the public, Pike Awning is still, all these years later, the Northwest’s preeminent manufacturer of residential and commercial shade, weather, and aesthetic solutions for your outdoor spaces.

I had the pleasure of speaking with Emily Spearing for this article. She, along with her brother, Joe, and their cousin, Calvin, are third generation owners of what is and always has been a family owned and operated business. Each brings their own unique strengths and experiences to the table, and together they complement one another perfectly. By maintaining the highest quality standards and a sincere commitment to complete customer satisfaction, the three of them are adroitly steering the business towards serving the Northwest for another 130 years!

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Technologies and materials have improved since they first opened their doors, but they still manufacture each product meticulously by hand! With over 290 years of combined experience, the staff at Pike provides an unparalleled level of commitment, craftsmanship, and expertise in the industry.

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“Outdoor Living Designed Around You.” System Pavers offers high-quality products, high-quality customer service and delivery, and backs each project with 100% customer satisfaction and a guaranteed 25 year warranty. Now is the time to take advantage of System Pavers’ “Spring into Summer” seasonal promotion and save!

Moving their base of operations to Lake Oswego in February 2021 (vacating the Beaverton location established in 2006), System Pavers proudly serves the Greater Portland Area, including Tualatin, West Linn, Oregon City, and Eugene. Contractors and staff, pooled from the local communities, are most often obtained through referrals by System Pavers’ own employees. Many are graduates of System Pavers University (est. 1992), which trains and produces “best-in-class” designers, sales executives, and installation/construction experts.

Multiple avenues are utilized to make System Pavers accessible to new clients—Google, Next Door, Angie’s List, Direct Mail, and Doorto-Door marketing. You can also find System Pavers at all major local home shows. As a System Pavers customer, you will experience the best the industry has to offer. Beginning each undertaking with a designated project manager, and continuing all the way through the process, System Pavers makes it their mission to deliver “exactly” what was promised. They are likewise committed to starting on time and finishing on time; and following completion of the project, 14 • LAKE OSWEGO LIFE/STYLE • JUNE/JULY 2022

they will make sure the client is 100% satisfied. All jobs are backed by a guaranteed 25 year (transferrable) warranty, thus assuring homeowners no less than a guaranteed 25 year relationship with System Pavers. In addition to the most common backyard paver project, System Pavers also offers a multitude of outdoor elements from lighting and fire pits, to water features and putting greens.

Company culture and quality customer service play a large role in System Pavers’ Lake Oswego identity. This regional operation “experiences minimal turnover, employs high-level communication, and executes a very strong organized velocity,” expresses Sam Leisman, Lake Oswego regional branch manager. Throughout the “customer journey” there are not a lot of hold-ups; every step in the process is geared to move along quickly and smoothly, and provide a satisfying experience. Once completed, clients are issued the warranty certificate, a Thank You, and at times special offers from the company. Looking forward, Lake Oswego’s regional operation plans on “building our team the right way, to facilitate our customer’s needs and keep our customer service at a very high rate,” Sam Leisman relates. This includes adding individuals with the same vision who work together and strategize to fulfill clients’ needs and dreams.

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The Perfect Piece:

A Community Rich with Culture and Art

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ummer is upon us! Festivals, gatherings, and other cultural activities are abundant in Lake Oswego

and surrounding areas. The Perfect Piece Gallery & Gifts includes many local and national artists that will be participating in the local events this year. In May, Tina Hospers and John Koster, owners of The Perfect Piece Gallery, participated in this year’s Gathering of the Guilds at the Oregon Convention Center along with many of the gallery’s artists.

As members of the Guild of Oregon Woodworkers, they showcased their fine art woodwork (aka Cutting Edge Wood Creations www.cuttingedgewoodcreations.com.) Many of the gallery’s artists exhibiting at the event are members of local guilds including Pacific NW Glass Guild, Portland Bead Society, Handweavers Guild, and Metal Arts guild - all showcasing their own artwork.

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In June, The Perfect Piece Gallery & Gifts will be sponsoring The Lake Oswego Festival of the Arts, and Tina and John are invited fine artists who will exhibit their work again, along with other artists from The Perfect Piece Gallery, including, Glass Artist Cheryl Chapman, Paper Quiller Kim Nickens, Ceramicist Ha Austin, Wood Turner John Harden and Oil Painter Mary Parkes to name a few. The community of Lake Oswego is amazingly supportive when it comes to the arts. “He who works with his hands is a laborer. He who works with his hands and his head is a craftsman. He who works with his hands and his head and his heart is an artist.” – St Francis of Assisi. The gallery offers online purchasing from the comfort of your home at www.theperfectpiecegallery.com, or stop in at 1179 McVey Ave. Lake Oswego, OR. We will be open throughout the Lake Oswego Festival of the Arts (June 25th & 26th), as well as our normal operating hours.

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Maxem Health Urgent Care

The Care You Need When You Need It!

By Dennis McNabb, Contributing Writer • Photos by Craig Brubaker

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ur global attention span has narrowed significantly over the past decade. Just about everything under the sun can be purchased with the click of a button, delivered to our doorsteps without ever having to leave the house. Convenience is the word of the day. The repercussions of this trend are mostly positive; organizations vying over the most efficient ways to serve their customers, but there is a downside.

Convenience typically leads to less interaction, a less personal touch. The focus tends more towards the service aspect of the transaction, and not so much the customer. Healthcare solutions are as affected by these trends as any other service provider, but fortunately for us, Maxem Health Urgent Care has arrived to save the day!

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Maxem Health Urgent Care has managed to discover that perfect balance, devising a system which provides patients with all of the expected conveniences while still delivering exceptional care, and all without sacrificing that personal touch we’ve been missing!

President and CEO of the organization, Brianne Whitney, admitted it’s a tricky balance but she credited their southern roots. Maxem Health opened their first clinic in 2007 in Mississippi, then expanded into Louisiana and Alabama. Our location here in Lake Oswego, which just opened April 1st, is their first clinic in the Northwest, and they’ve brought some of that southern hospitality with them!

So what is it about Maxem Health Urgent Care that helps them stand out in such a competitive

market? Well besides that extra dose of sincere and friendly customer-centric service already mentioned, they offer a plethora of services and programs not found in many other clinics.

Affordability, in particular, is one of their chief priorities and concerns, and as such they offer much in the way of discounted services and programs. Let’s face it—healthcare is not cheap—especially when forced to use the ER, or an out-of-network physician. So at Maxem Health they offer alternatives to assist with those types of issues. If you have insurance, the clinic is accepted by most carriers and will work directly with your insurance company regarding billing. If you don’t have insurance, that’s okay, too! They will beat any price at any competing clinic, and they are completely transparent with all costs up front so there are no surprises! Because they are independently owned, they can offer discounts unavailable at most other places, and they even have their own Medical Discount Program, if you are so inclined!

In addition to working with your insurance, they will also work directly with your primary care physician to make sure your records stay updated. While Maxem Health is not necessarily designed to completely replace your primary physician, they are absolutely capable of doing so, and at the very least, can work in tandem with your primary at your convenience. This is a walk-in clinic, so no appointments

are necessary, and the average wait time is typically no more than 30 minutes. Maxem provides the same level of care that you would receive in any primary’s office, but without the hassle of making an appointment, and often at a lower cost to you.

The doctors staffing the clinic are an elite team, the best of the best, with access to all of the latest equipment and technology in the industry. They handle: regular health exams, diagnostics and testing for both illnesses and injuries—including X-rays, COVID testing and vaccinations, flu shots, and a wide array of services for employers. New services that will be offered specifically at the Lake Oswego clinic include: Botox, and Hormone Replacement Therapy.

Nobody plans to get sick, and with everyone’s overly-busy schedules these days, we don’t have time for it! Fortunately, Maxem Health understands. Their system is designed to work around all of that and accommodate even the busiest professionals. Being independently-owned means they are staffed by people who genuinely care about their patients and the wider communities they serve.

Brianne lives right here locally, and she was completely sincere in her statement that the people they treat are not simply patients, but family.

Sponsoring local events and school sports activities is just one way they like to give back; to support the family.

Next time you’re feeling under the weather, head down to Maxem Health Urgent Care. You’ll never have the desire to go anywhere else again!

Maxem Health Urgent Care is located at 17437 SW Boones Ferry Rd. Suite #100 in Lake Oswego. Check out their website, maxemhealthurgentcare.com, for more details.

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By Donovan Darling, Staff Writer Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986): PG-13

“Nobody leaves my cheese in the wind.” Hands down this is one of my all-time favorites which I constantly quote. It’s the story of a high school senior who takes a “skip day” for a grand adventure with his friend and girlfriend. Directed and written

by John Hughes, and like all of his movies, it’s quirky, funny, colorful, cinematic, musical, philosophical, and honest. Matthew Broderick steals the show as he dances and sings and jokes across the screen; Alan Ruck, who plays his best friend, is a hilarious hypochondriac sidekick; and Mia Sara, who plays the girlfriend, is funny and incredibly sharp. And really, no character is wasted: the jealous sister, the goofy secretary, the oblivious parents, the high school students, the parking garage attendants.

But let us not forget the petty and pointless Principal Ed Rooney, played by Jeffrey Jones, to whom the above quote belongs, who lights up every scene. It’s quintessentially 80s, larger-than-life, absurd, and it has the legendary 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California Spider, which famously soars the Chicago streets when stolen by the parking garage attendants. A must-see for summer!

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“It’s just the greatest thing that humans ever made, the Vespa!” Like most new Disney-Pixar movies, Luca doesn’t disappoint. It’s utter eye candy, a gorgeous film to watch.

Taking place in a fictional 1950s Italian Riviera, with director Enrico Casarosa drawing from his very own childhood, Luca feels like a summer period-piece: it’s classic, warm, relaxed, tropical, and yet somehow boundless, stretching like the blue-green sea. The movie is a coming-of-age story following the title character, Luca, a boy seamonster who wants nothing more than to visit and explore the human village of Portorosso. Luca and his best friend, Alberto, also a sea-monster, befriend a kind human named Giulia, and proceed to have that type of unforgettable summer you only experienced as a kid. Interestingly enough, like Brave and Frozen, there’s no love interest! But there is bromance, and it’s wonderful to watch. There’s also Vespas, bicycle races, fishing, swimming, and all kinds of meditation on identity and accepting who you are. Great for the whole family!

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The Sandlot

(1993): PG

I think everyone has heard the quote “you’re killing me, smalls,” but maybe you don’t know it’s from this movie!

Probably one of the best kids’ baseball movies ever, The Sandlot is a time machine into the summer of 1962 and the simpler times of childhood: monster dogs, making new friends, pretty girls, and the sublime sound of a wooden bat cracking a baseball. The movie follows a new kid in town who joins a pickup baseball team who plays in the “sandlot,” and their mental state and inventory of baseballs is completely dependent on The Beast, a mysterious and terrifying monster dog who lives behind the fence. It’s one of those boys-will-be-boys movies: sun-kissed summer days, riding bikes in the streets, occasional swearing, pretty lifeguards, running from scary dogs, and mysterious neighbors behind fences. Better for slightly older kids due to language and The Beast, The Sandlot is a great movie for a lazy summer afternoon.

Grease

(1978): PG-13

“Tell me about it, stud.” Grease is iconic, pure and simple, and a movie musical that follows high school seniors in their final year before they graduate. Loaded with nostalgic 1950s Americana, there’s leather jackets, PINK!, blue jeans, bouffants and pompadours, dancing and rock and roll, smoking and fighting, high school cliques, and hot rods.

After a crazy and unlikely summer fling between Danny (John Travolta) and Sandy (Olivia Newton-John), they realize they go to the same school and now must reconcile how different they are. Not wholly dissimilar to Romeo and Juliet if you think about it, they’re driven apart by their friends and social roles, but like the doomed couple they just can’t stay apart. It’s funny, whimsical, spectacular, but also deals with the serious issues faced by teenagers: rebellion, love and romance, friendship, drugs and alcohol, violence and mortality. Not appropriate for small children, Grease is a classic nonetheless and a great summer flick!

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By Roberta Huang Acne is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that can cause severe distress to those who are affected with this condition. Acne often starts after puberty when hormones levels increase, leading to the production of more sebum (oil) by the skin’s sebaceous glands. When sebum gets trapped within the pores by a protein substance made by the skin cells called keratin, the conditions are present for p. acnes bacteria to react with the sebum and cause the inflammation seen in acne. Face masks introduce heat, friction and a covering that creates a moist environment, conditions that can worsen clogged pores, hence the recent surge in “maskne.”

The treatment of acne typically starts with over the counter and/or prescription topical agents such as Differin, Retin-A, benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, azaleic acid, as well as antibiotics. For women, birth control pills and a hormone blocking medication called spironolactone are also an option. For people who have not responded adequately to routine treatments for acne, other options are available.

Light chemical peels consisting of various acids such as salicylic, retinoic, lactic, mandelic, trichloroacetic acid, and glycolic acid, determined by skin type and concern, can be used for the treatment of acne by unclogging pores. Deeper peels can be used to address issues such as acne scarring but can carry higher risks.

Isotretinoin (Accutane®), a vitamin A derivative, is a powerful oral medication approved for severe, scarring acne usually prescribed for 4-6 months under a doctor’s supervision. Sometimes referred to as the “nuclear option,” it can improve acne in up to 90% of people, while at the same time having the potential for causing severe, sometimes permanent side effects such as loss of night vision, damage to internal organs, bones and joints. It is absolutely contraindicated in women

Our team of medical specialists and certified Aestheticians have years of experience. They have been trained in the latest technology specifically to help our patients get the results they want.

who are pregnant or may become pregnant due to the risk of causing miscarriage and birth defects.

Various lasers such as Pulsed-dye lasers, Potassium Titanyl phosphate lasers, and Infrared lasers can be used for treating acne by reducing acne bacteria, sebum production and inflammation. Because laser therapy--particularly stronger lasers--may permanently damage skin oil glands, there is concern that this might potentially cause unintended long-term consequences like skin dryness and premature aging. Costs range between $1800-$2400 for a series of treatments.

IPL (intense pulsed light) and BBL (broad band light) systems that are equipped with a blue light filter can help to clear acne. The Forever Clear BBL is a system that uses a three-step process. In the first step, a blue BBL light is used to target and destroy p.acnes bacteria within the pores. The second step uses a yellow BBL light to reduce inflammation and redness associated with acne lesions. For the final step, skin is treated with infra-red light to initiate the body’s natural healing process. Costs range between $600 and $1200 for a series of treatments.

Finally, Photodynamic Therapy is another option for people who suffer from severe acne, including cystic acne. Studies show an average of 60% reduction in acne, and results appear to last for months or longer. During PDT, a light sensitizing liquid is applied to the skin and allowed to sit, then a light device is used treat the skin.

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s a 70 years old lifestyle model, Colleen has inspired so many women. She believe that one should “Pursue their dreams at any and every age” Colleen started modeling at the age of 63.

Since then, she has won 5 awards at the international model and talent association competition, and has been on various TV show, programs, and commercials.

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With sustainable fashion in mind, Colleen often shops in thrift stores.

Dress: Lake Oswego Goodwill Bouquet.

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The winner of the Easter Photo Contest is Tiffany Gidley of Bend, Oregon.

She submitted her son’s Easter photo and won.

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By Kerry Yu, Fashion Consultant melia Tu was crowned Miss Universe Canada 2022 on May 14th, 2022 at the Meridian Arts Centre in Toronto, Ontario Canada. Amelia currently attends University of California, Berkeley double majoring in biology and business.

She was the Chinese Rose Princess 2020 in Oregon. She plans to attend the Rose Festival on June 11th, 2022 as well as the Chinese Rose Princess and Queen Gala on Aug 10th at Lakeside Garden in Portland, Oregon. Congratulations Amelia!

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Father's Day History

By Donovan Darling, Staff Writer

Origins

The first Father’s Day was celebrated on June 19, 1910 in Washington State. However, not until 1972—58 years after Mother’s Day was made official by President Woodrow Wilson—did Father’s Day become a national holiday. The campaign to celebrate fathers didn’t have the same enthusiasm as celebrating mothers–maybe because, as one florist explained, “fathers haven’t the same sentimental appeal that mothers have.”

On July 5, 1908, a West Virginian church sponsored the nation’s first event honoring fathers, a Sunday sermon in memory of 362 men who had died in the previous December’s explosions at the Fairmont Coal Company mines in Monongah. But it was a one-time commemoration and not an annual holiday.

The next year in Spokane, Washington, a woman named Sonora Smart Dodd tried to establish an official holiday for fathers. She went to the YMCA, local churches, business owners, and government officials to garner support for her idea, and she was successful! On June 19, 1910, Washington State celebrated the first statewide Father’s Day, and the holiday slowly spread. In 1916, President Wilson honored the day by using telegraph signals to unfurl a flag in Spokane when he pressed a button in Washington, D.C. In 1924, President Calvin Coolidge encouraged state governments to observe Father’s Day.

Controversy and Commercialism

Strangely, many fathers and men criticized the holiday! As one historian wrote, they “scoffed at the holiday’s sentimental 30 • LAKE OSWEGO LIFE/STYLE • JUNE/JULY 2022

attempts to domesticate manliness with flowers and gift-giving, or they derided the proliferation of such holidays as a commercial gimmick to sell more products–often paid for by the father himself.”

During the 1920s and 1930s, a protest movement formed to demand a single holiday instead, called Parents’ Day, in place of Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Each Mother’s Day, pro-Parents’ Day groups protested in New York City’s Central Park. Parents’ Day activist and radio performer Robert Spere commented, “a public reminder that both parents should be loved and respected together.”

The Great Depression, however, deflated these protest efforts, as retailers and advertisers redoubled their efforts to make Father’s Day a “second Christmas” for men; promoting neckties, hats, socks, pipes and tobacco, golf clubs and other sporting goods, and greeting cards. At the breakout of WWII, advertisers argued that Father’s Day honored American troops and supported the war effort. After the war, Father’s Day was still not a federal holiday, but it became a national institution.

In 1972, in the midst of his arduous presidential re-election campaign, Richard Nixon made Father’s Day an official national holiday. Today, economists estimate that Americans spend more than $1 billion each year on Father’s Day gifts. In other countries–especially in Europe and Latin America–fathers are honored on St. Joseph’s Day, a traditional Catholic holiday that falls on March 19. In the United States and elsewhere, Father’s Day 2022 will occur on Sunday, June 19.

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