Reflections: May 2013

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summer in the city Have a fling with the city for anything but a cruel, cruel summer

may 2013

Objecting the Ordinary

Member Michelle Bomberger testifies against the typical

Behind the Scenes Enjoy the show at this year’s Seattle International Film Festival

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Behind the Scenes Have a night (or few) at the cinema during this Seattle favorite festival.

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Summer in the City Make this summer “that” summer by taking advantage of the fun, the food and the fervor.

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Objecting the Ordinary Michelle Bomberger took uptight law practices to court and found them guilty of slow results.

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Boys Will Be Boys This year’s mother/son party will be a noisy affair.

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Borrowing the Big Easy We’re bringing New Orleans to the Club for a raucous night of jazz music and cajun food.

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Films4Families Get your ticket to the SIFF pre-screening of “Circus Dreams.”

Popcorn included!

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Employee Spotlight Meet Bellevue Club banquet server Patricio Mujo.

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Outdoor Pool Rules Weather permitting, the outdoor pool will open Memorial Day weekend, so refresh your memory on the pool rules.

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Every Day Play The most important part of being a kid is to act like one, by getting at least one hour of play every day!

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Upfront

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Body | Mind

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Calendar

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Living Well

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Mingle

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Gift Guide

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Click

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Classes & Events

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Uncorked

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Classifieds

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s I sat in my emergency disaster training seminar, the instructor referred to the Bellevue Club employees as “your team members,” but stopped short and asked, “is that how you refer to the employees?”

Before I had a chance to think about it, I spoke up.

“Yes, that’s perfect.”

Now that I take a moment to think about my response, I wonder, what was it that made my response so automatic?

When I think about it, my thoughts are filled with the faces and smiles of people I see every day—of David or Jonathon when I check in at the Athletic Entrance, of Klaas and Andy during BCST practices in the competition pool or of Chelsea and Allyson in Communications when I pick up my flyers and posters.

There’s Glen and Slav, whom I see when I order my fish tacos in Splash.

There’s Amy in Child Care, whom I walk by on my way to the Membership Office.

I instinctively answered that question with an easy “yes” because I couldn’t do my job without them.

It takes a team, especially when it comes to some of the larger projects. I work with at least seven teammates in Athletics and Communications to put together the Summer Youth Newsletter.

That project is definitely a group effort.

We hand our drafts back and forth so many times that I lose count. If you find a spelling error, it wasn’t for lack of trying to correct it on our end. We check and recheck that the dates, times and descriptions of our incredible summer programs are just right.

Our team wants to make sure that you know about Swim Camp, All-Sports Camp, Teenie Tennis, Triathlon Camp, Art Camp, Lego Camp and Teens for Fitness. And those are just a few of the offerings! There are some new camps in Recreation this summer that make me wish I were five again.

Then there are the changes that come with a new season—seasonal projects that we all enjoy putting together.

The Aquatics team and other departments really work hard as we prepare to open the outdoor pool on Memorial Day. Lisa and Karen take care of the incredible landscaping; our Facilities team makes sure the pool is ready for swimming; Amy and Gina prepare for the onslaught of towels in laundry; Michael gets his team ready for pool-side foodservice from Splash; and I continue to train our lifeguards to be prepared for, and to prevent, accidents and injuries.

The Bellevue Club staff is all on the same side, working toward the same goal, no matter what that goal may be on any given day.

So when asked if “team members” is the correct term for Bellevue Club employees, the answer is a definite yes.

Enjoy the outdoor pool this upcoming season, and don’t forget to protect yourself from the sun. For BC pool rules, see page 34.

Just keep swimming!

melissa stepp Aquatics Director

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recreation Fitness Aquatics

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Hoopfest Prep Registration Deadline

Mother/Son Party

Multi-Sport Circuit

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Step Plus Ladies’ Tennis Night

Travel Talk: Galapagos Islands

Family Gym Night Mixed Doubles Night 9

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Girl Power Hour

Bridge Class

Yin Yoga

Multi-Sport Circuit

Men’s Tennis Night

SIFF Family Movie Night

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Water Runner

Step Plus

Mother's Day Brunch in Polaris Grill

Ladies’ Tennis Night

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Deep Liquid Intervals Mixed Doubles Night

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Digital Photography Class

Setting and Visualizing Goals for Teens

Mapping Your Menopause Journey (part 1)

Men’s Tennis Night

The Big Easy: New Orleans Party

Multi-Sport Circuit

Yin Yoga

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Wenatchee River Rafting Trip Meditate to Increase Creativity & Fulfillment

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Kids' Herb Class Step Plus Ladies’ Tennis Night

Kids' Presidential Fitness Challenge

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Water Runner

MEMORIAL DAY Special GPX Schedule

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Mapping Your Menopause Journey (part 2)

Kids' Night Out: Un-Birthday Party

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Ladies’ Tennis Night

Trivia Night in Cosmos

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Yin Yoga

Bridge Class

Men’s Tennis Night

Finding Work After 50

Yin Yoga

Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill

Inflatable Obstacle Course

Deep Liquid Intervals Mixed Doubles Night

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Men’s Tennis Night

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Family Gym Night

Multi-Sport Circuit

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Business Breakfast

Inflatable Obstacle Course

Mixed Doubles Night

Hiking in the Northwest Talk

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Seasonal Allergies Inflatable Obstacle Course

Deep Liquid Intervals

Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill

Water Runner

Hike and Wine Event

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Bridge Class

Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill

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Family Float-In Movie Night

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Inflatable Obstacle Course

Deep Liquid Intervals

Men’s Tennis Night

Water Runner

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Bridge Class

Birthday Month in Polaris Grill Begins

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tennis member events food & beverage

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Multi-Sport Circuit

Deep Liquid Intervals

Lachini Wine Dinner in Polaris Grill

Mixed Doubles Night

For more information about programs listed on the calendar, please visit https://members.bellevueclub.com.

Around Town

events in and around bellevue

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The big easy: new orleans party

Through May 26, $7-$10, BAM

Friday, May 17, 6-9 p.m., $75, BC

Contemporary artists use currency as a way to artistically explore greed— through sculptures and paintings.

Expect jazz, dancing, seafood, a good fortune and a lot of celebration. The Big Easy is spending a night at the BC.

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Kids' herb class

Monday, May 20, 4-5 p.m., $25, BC

Early education is the best way to create lifelong habits. Here, kids will explore healthy herbs to use when cooking.

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Borrowing the Big Easy

Ari Shapiro

Pictures Made Perfect

Taking photos of just about everything nowadays is a staple in our culture. Often, though, these photos aren’t the best quality. If you want to improve your own skills— whether with your smartphone, tablet, point-and-shoot camera or DSLR—join fellow members during a digital photography class Tuesday, May 14.

The Club welcomes Ari Shapiro of Dauber Art Photography as the new class instructor. While technology is, of course, a big part of some photography, Ari says there is something else to master first.

“The old line that says ‘a picture tells a thousand words’ really is true! The first thing to master is seeing what that story is and how you, as the photographer, plan to tell it.

After that, learn to see light.”

Once you find your subject, it’s about capturing it in a way that makes sense to you. His class is for all skill levels, and will cover the basics—how cameras work, their settings and terminology—and also cover some advanced techniques—light balance, photo composition and digital software.

“We’ll discuss some of the traditional ‘rules’ and how they apply today, and creative ways to break them,” Ari says.

“This class will be more about the concepts of photography, not necessarily a specific type. The ideas learned here can be applied to several different styles.”

You don’t have to bring your camera or equipment to the class, although you may if you prefer to ask specific questions. If you’re a pro, a hobbyist or a novice with a phone, the class can be of interest.

To register for the May 14 event, which takes place from 6:30-9 p.m., contact Membership Director Kaarin Keil at kaarink@bellevueclub.com. The class is $45.

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By Allyson Marrs It’s a city known for its culture—for its music, food and unwavering spirit. New Orleans is loud, proud and full of life.

Just for fun, the Bellevue Club is throwing a bayou party, to bring a little bit of Southern hospitality (and celebration) all the way to the Pacific Northwest. Friday, May 17, members are invited to the South, for an evening spent with some of N’awlins’ best exports.

There will be a lively jazz band, a palm reader and, of course, a big ol’ New Orleans Cajun buffet. It’s a May Mardi Gras that’s fixin’ to be one great party.

The city has always been synonymous with great music, tangled with European, Latin American and African-American cultures.

The bold sounds of brass bands are also said to have originated here, infusing their sound into jazz. One of the most famous jazz musicians came out of these parts, too—Louis Armstrong.

The music scene also encapsulates rhythm and blues, and because of the cultural melting pot, the sounds of Zydeco and Cajun music are also prominent.

What’s a great party without music? The city’s deep roots in musical creation and evolution could feasibly be credited to its big, bold celebrations.

Perhaps the most famous of these celebrations is New Orleans’ Carnival season, which culminates in Mardi Gras (literally, Fat Tuesday). With parades and floats—the only parade ever allowed through the French Quarter—and traditional food and music, it’s a way to enjoy the last few days of eating and living big, before the fast, which begins Ash Wednesday.

That food is something to be seriously celebrated. Centuries of influence from its varying cultures mean that a single region is immensely famous for French, Spanish, Italian, African, Cajun and Cuban cuisines. All of these have now become known as “Louisiana flavor.”

New Orleans’ specialties include Gulf oysters on the half-shell, boiled crawfish, gumbo, jambalaya and the Monday tradition of red beans and rice.

More than anything else, though, the culture of the city is alive— almost pulsating with its vibrancy. It’s an amazing thing to be able to continually absorb new cultures, while continuing tradition, so it’s no wonder people seem to be gripped by the city’s magic, which you can be, too, if only for a night.

The Big Easy rolls in Friday, May 17, from 6-9 p.m. Tickets are $75, and can be purchased by contacting Membership Director Kaarin Keil at kaarink@bellevueclub.com.

They may call it “The City that Care Forgot,” and you’re sure to remember this night for many to come.

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Darnelle Sue

Girl Power Hour

The social networking event is back for the second time at the Bellevue Club.

Wednesday, May 8, join a panel of social media-savvy women for a few hours of discussion, socializing and plenty of fun.

Created by Darnell Sue and Samantha Jackson in 2007, Girl Power Hour was built out of necessity, as a way for women to connect and share ideas.

“We decided to keep it women only because we wanted to create a new spin on the old boys club,” Darnell says. “We wanted a place just for us. Plus, adding men to the mix changes the environment. Women feel like they have to be something else, and quite frankly, we felt like there were enough coed events out there.”

Darnell’s background is in marketing and international business, but she thrives on the constantly changing landscape of social media. Her company hosts quarterly networking events, in addition to running a social media management brand—Girl Power Hour Media.

“In my opinion, social media is hands-down the most important form of marketing today for any business or brand. Social Media is a part of today’s business and social landscape, so you better figure out what your online voice is, and you better find someone to manage it for you.”

Darnell views social media as key to professional development, which is the goal of the event. She encourages women who are entrepreneurs, and those who are overall business-minded, to attend. “Because social media and tech are such hot topics, and not just for someone who is in business or who is looking to start a business, I expect to see a very diverse crowd of women.”

While a large part of the event is about connecting with other female professionals, Darnell hopes attendees will also take away new ideas—new apps, different techniques and a fresh approach—to apply to their businesses. “I also hope they will walk away with new friends, contacts and inspiration,” she says.

Grab your smartphones and plug in Wednesday, May 8, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Must be 21 or older to attend. Social hour will include cocktails, appetizers and dessert, with partnerships from Pearl Vodka, Girly Girl Wine and Espresso Elegance.

To follow along, the hashtag for the event is #powersocial, and you can find @ GirlPowerHour on Twitter.

Contact Membership Director Kaarin Keil at kaarink@bellevueclub.com to register. Cost is $45.

Event Schedule: 6:30-7:30: Networking, cocktails and light appetizers 7:30-8:45: Panel discussion and Q&A. 8:45-9:30: Networking, cocktails and dessert

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Boys Will Be Boys

Another year of mother/son bonding brings a new crop of fun activities and entertainment. This year’s party will be Friday, May 3, and things kick off with a yummy, kid-friendly dinner.

After the feast, it’s time to get inked!

Airbrush tattoos will be available, so your little guy can get that “mom” tattoo early on, and in a little less permanent manner. Moms are encouraged to get in on the tattoo fun, too, and get their own artwork.

But the main event is a chatterbox.

Charlie the Noise Guy is just what his name says. He’s a vocal sound impressionist with a magic mouth capable of fantastic impressions.

He specializes in “noisy tales,” where trains, crashes and sonic booms come to life. Charlie can perform hundreds of sound effects, which make his stories exciting and unusual. But Charlie is also a kids’ comedian, so among the thrilling sounds, he’ll entertain with a funny story, and even teach the boys a few soundmaking techniques.

The show itself is 45 minutes, interactive and fun for all ages.

If you want to attend this year’s mother/son party Friday, May 3, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., contact Membership Director Kaarin Keil at kaarink@bellevueclub.com. Tickets are $45 for one mother/son pair, and $10 for each additional son. Mother figures are welcome to join the fun too!

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Films4Families

SIFF movie viewing at the Club

A little piece of the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) is coming to the Bellevue Club Tuesday, May 7.

As part of the Films4Families series, there will be a viewing of one of the kidfriendly movies in its collection. Some 2012 selections included “Brave,” “Brad & Gary,” “Catch and Release” and “Ira Finklestein’s Christmas.”

During the event, you’ll hear from a SIFF expert, and learn a bit about the film before you watch. Afterward, there will be a Q&A, and guests will receive SIFF vouchers for the 2013 season—redeemable at any screening of its Films4Families series.

This particular SIFF program is intended to introduce families to both na-

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tional and international films—both well known and smaller in audience.

Films are either live action or animation, and meant to bring the family together through storytelling and entertainment.

Often, Seattle-area families are among the first group to see some of the select titles.

The program also helps foster in kids a love of film, and educates the younger audience on how to think critically about what makes a picture great—from the story to the dialogue to character development.

To help with this, SIFF has a Youth Jury for its family movies. Comprised of seven youth, aged 8-12, the kids act as judges, watching all of the movies and naming a favorite. The winner is announced at the Golden Space Needle Awards, held after the festival ends.

Although movies are steeped in entertainment, children’s films often have an

underlying message or a call for creativity, which is beneficial for developing minds.

When the whole family experiences these films, there’s the possibility for discussion, which not only fosters relationships between parents and children, but a relationship between the kids and their imaginations.

The 2013 SIFF festival runs from May 16-June 9, and the full lineup will be announced Thursday, May 2.

You can learn more about SIFF by reading this month’s Culture Shock column on page 18.

The Bellevue Club/SIFF movie fun is Tuesday, May 7, at 6 p.m. Tickets are $8/ person, and you can claim yours by contacting Membership Director Kaarin Keil at kaarink@bellevueclub.com.

There will be a no-host bar and some treats available for purchase; so sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

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Celebrate Mother’s Day at the Bellevue Club Enjoy a delicious Mother’s Day brunch in Polaris Grill with your family, Sunday, May 12. Reserve early.

Summer Fun at the Club

It’s almost summer, which means our Summer Youth Newsletter and summer programming is available both online and at the Club. Get planning!

Men’s Basketball Gives it Their All

Two teams traveled to Spokane in early March to compete against other club teams in the area.

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Behind the Scenes

Seattle’s famous film festival pulls back the curtain.

By Allyson Marrs

Films are an escape—a way for the audience to melt into the story, adopting it as their reality, if only for a couple hours. The Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) has been around for more than 30 years, and the 25-day festival now reaches more than 150,000 movie lovers annually. That’s a lot of escapism.

“Most people can’t travel the world and see communities in the way we’d like to—to understand the world around us,” says Beth Barrett, SIFF Director of Programming. “Film is a really susceptible way to experience places we may never ever get to, or communities we’re not necessarily a part of, or would like to learn more about—how we all interrelate.”

So people tune into movies and documentaries in a specific way, but Beth says all genres contribute to helping audiences and filmmakers learn something new about themselves or others.

This sense of being aware is part of SIFF’s mission to foster informed communities, and the 250 features and 150 short films from more than 70 countries shown each year at SIFF support this vision.

A team of 15 feature-film programmers watches 5,000 films throughout the year to select the top 250, and the programmers select films to represent each genre, although Beth says not every year can be great in every genre, from every country.

Sometimes themes appear—dark films, money, immigration, etc.—because filmmakers are often influenced by current events. “Filmmakers make films, but they also live lives. Everything they do goes into making their film, so [life] is going to show up in their work,” Beth says.

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because of the bonds that are developed with movies. “The way we experience films, in the theater with all of your senses, you’re transported together. It triggers something deep in us,” Beth says.

The passion is dualistic—between the filmmaker and the moviegoer, and Beth credits this relationship to SIFF’s success—one of the most-attended film festivals in the nation.

She refers to SIFF as an audience festival because it’s accessible to the public, unlike Sundance, that other film festival.

With SIFF, “it’s just like going to the movies,” Beth says.

This year, SIFF is launching an African pictures film program—in conjunction with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences—which focuses on films made by African filmmakers. Beth says

such programs are rare in the U.S. SIFF will bring the filmmakers to the festival in an effort to provide a launching pad for them into the American film industry, a way to uphold SIFF’s three areas of focus: cinema, festival and education.

Year-round, SIFF Cinema Uptown in lower Queen Anne shows both classic and current movies, and part of admission sales goes right back into SIFF, its programming and its community education efforts.

This year’s festival hits the big screens May 16 through June 9. All films are shown at the SIFF Film Center in the Seattle Center. The lineup, and all ticket options and passes can be found at www.siff.net.

Get ready to settle in with an endless popcorn bucket. There’s a lot of entertainment to be had.

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Progeny of a Run

Considering the effort salmon must put forth to get to their spawning grounds, it’s impressive that we seem to have such a bounty of the fish in the area.

They leap and fight their way to the stream they used to call home, and return from the sea against currents and predators; but they’re equipped to do just this.

Salmon are able to smell a single drop of their home river in nearly two million

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gallons of seawater, according to the Discovery Channel.

This scent encourages the Pacific salmon to soar up and over waterfalls, which is the equivalent of a human jumping a four-story building.

For wine lovers, the spring salmon run marks the beginning of the season for one of the world’s great pairings, since fresh Northwest salmon and Oregon pinot noir work together to form a culinary

match made in heaven.

Pinot noir is made from black (pinot noir) grapes, some of the best, which are cultivated in Oregon’s Willamette Valley.

Although the wine can come in a vast array of differing flavors, it typically has a light to medium body with an aroma similar to red cherries, raspberries and other black and red berries.

It’s a quintessential Pacific Northwest pairing—a match as perfect as Seattle and fleece. But in the summer, it’s ideal, and tastes, somehow, even better.

The density of the meaty fish fits impeccably with the body of the wine, and, at the end of the month, Polaris Grill is hosting a wine dinner to celebrate the duo.

Ron Lachini, of Lachini Vineyards in Oregon, is a pinot noir maker who will be joining us for dinner on May 30.

The vineyard began exclusive production of pinot noirs in 2001, after Ron and his wife Marianne moved from California to Oregon to capitalize on weather and land; it has proved to be a perfect combination of condistion to cultivate this finnicky varietal. With 45 acres undervine, it’s a vineyard paradise in the Chehalem Mountains American Viticultural Area (AVA).

The Lachinis have cemented their love for this grape by instituting a biodynamic farming system that focuses on the natural development of the soil, plant and animal life as one self-sustaining system.

The incredible work and passion they have put in is evident in every drop that has been produced. Ron and Marianne have put their mark on the pinot noir market worldwide, as their wine is asked for by name by our international guests.

Lachini has a tasting room in Woodinville, so you needn’t make the drive out of state to take a sip. You can find more information about its Washington tasting room, and its production, by visiting www.lachinivineyards.com.

For a more immediate opportunity to try the pinot noir, and experience firsthand how truly remarkable it is when paired with Northwest salmon, join us for dinner on Thursday, May 30, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. The wine will be delicious; the salmon will be fresh. Make sure to reserve early by calling Polaris Grill at 425.637.4608.

Jim Scribner is the Manager of Polaris Grill.

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t happens so fast. Those summer nights are gone as swiftly as they roll in. But, oh, those warm afternoons and bright evenings are what sun-deprived Seattleites and Eastsiders dream of.

Beginning this month, summer spirit is swirling and sweeping everyone into a frenzy of music, festivals, sports and annual parties. The clock is already ticking, so if you’re looking for a summer romance this season, fall in love with your city.

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Mariners vs. Baltimore Orioles: Wednesday, May 1

Chateau Ste. Michelle Summer Concert Series: June-Sept.

Although baseball is the sport that never seems to quit (162 games!), nothing beats a summer Mariners game. Now that Safeco field is equipped with gourmet fare, enjoying a game is a tasty affair, too. Be there to watch the first May game. seattle.mariners.mlb.com

Set at the picturesque Chateau Ste. Michelle winery, you’d be hard-pressed to find a more beautiful concert venue. There’s always a diverse lineup of jazz, blues and contemporary, with past artists including Beach Boys, Stevie Wonder and Sarah McLachlan. www.ste-michelle.com/events/concerts

Sounders vs. San Jose Earthquakes: Saturday, May 11

Seattle Science Festival: June 6-16

Seemingly taking its name from the rowdy fans, the Seattle Sounders have an unwavering following of those with mighty lungs. Here, soccer isn’t just a sport; it’s a passion. Prepare your voice for the first home game of the season. www.soundersfc.com

A great, educational event for families, this 11-day festival is a celebration of science and technology. The Seattle Center hosts, offering countless hands-on activities, demonstrations and talks from stars in the science world, which take place during opening and closing nights. www.seattlesciencefestival.org

Seattle International Film Festival: May 16-June 9

Washington Brewers Festival: June 14-16

From features and documentaries to short films and animation, SIFF is the advocate for the film fanatic. Held at the classic Cinema Uptown in Queen Anne, it’s a celebration of the art of movie making and entertainment. The movie lineup will be announced May 2. www.siff.net

Held during Father’s Day weekend, more than 200 beers from 64 Washington breweries will be available for sipping. As always, there’s great food, live music, a root beer garden for kids, a brewer’s keg toss and, if you’re not into beer, wine and cider tasting. www.washingtonbeer.com

Seafair Kick Off: Friday, June 21

In these parts, Seafair is synonymous with summer, so it’s no surprise that its first day coincides with the first official day of summer. Events run through August, but opening fun begins Friday, June 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. www.seafair.com

Rock’ n’ Roll Seattle Marathon and Half Marathon: Saturday, June 22

The largest marathon in Seattle (last year’s race hosted 22,000 runners) is a bangin’ good time. This is the fifth year the marathon has taken over the city, which benefits the American Cancer Society, and to add to the elation of finishing, runners are treated to a concert. www.runrocknroll.competitor.com/seattle

Bellevue Strawberry Festival: June 22-23

This Seafair-sanctioned event helps support the Eastside Heritage Center. Folks gather at Crossroads Park to show appreciation for the berry by, what else, eating it! Dipped in chocolate, smothered over a shortcake and prepared au naturel, guests can get their fill, while also enjoying carnival games, live music and so much more. www.bellevuestrawberryfestival.org

Woodland Park ZooTunes: Begins June 23

Now in its 30th year, a favorite of families, Woodland Park Zoo’s annual concert series allows guests to mill around the animals, soak up the sun and live easy with great music. Plus, admission helps with zoo maintenance and conservation programs. www. zoo.org

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JULY/AUGUST Bellevue Summer Outdoor Movies: July 5-Aug. 23

Put on by the Parks & Community Services Department, the eight-week series shows family-friendly movies at Downtown Bellevue Park. There are activities before each movie, and films start at dusk. Additionally, movie nights are paired with various charities, and attendees are encouraged to bring suggested items to donate. www.bellevuewa.gov/sbcc_movies.htm

Seattle Outdoor Theater Festival: July 13-14

During just two nights, the festival showcases 14 performances from eight local companies. Held at the beautiful Volunteer Park, this free theater is a wonderful opportunity to expose your family to the arts. www.greenstage.org

Shakespeare in the Park: July 13-Aug. 18

Held in parks throughout Seattle, Lynwood, Fall City, Redmond, Burien and Bainbridge Island, these free plays bring Shakespeare classics back to life. Make sure to check the schedule to find which plays will be featured this season. www,greenstage.org

Bite of Seattle: July 19-21

Featured on this past season of “Top Chef,” Bite of Seattle brings together the best chefs in the Northwest. Get ready for dozens of samples, local craft beers and cooking demonstrations from Seattle celebrity chefs. www.biteofseattle.com

Kirkland Uncorked: July 19-21

The Kirkland shores of Lake Washington are a thing of beauty in the summer. Fine wines, food and art make them more so.

This annual festival benefits the Hope Heart Institute, while guests relax in the tasting garden, in the art showroom and on the promenade. www.kirklanduncorked.com

Bellevue Arts Fair Weekend: July 26-28

Another freebie, held just north of Bellevue Square at Cost Plus World Market, this supports a variety of non-profits. It’s a combination of three events: Bellevue Festival of the Arts, Bellevue Art Musuem’s ArtsFair and Bellevue’s 6th Street Fair.

Now in its 29th year, it celebrates all things local and sees an average of 150,000 visitors. www.bellevuefest.org

Seafair Fleet Week: July 31-Aug. 4

Ships have been coming into the Port of Seattle to celebrate this event since 1950. In partnership with Navy League Seattle Council and Port of Seattle, Navy and Coast Guard vessels are put on display during the procession through Elliott Bay, while above, vintage and contemporary aircraft put on their own show. www.seafair.com

Seafair Weekend—Hydroplane Races and Air Show: Aug. 2-Aug. 4

This is what Seafair is known for. While hydroplanes delight at water level, a stunning air show takes place above. This year’s special guest is the Patriots Jet Team, a civilian-owned precisionflying team sure to put on a remarkable show. www.seafair.com

Boeing Classicat TPC Snoqualmie Ridge: Aug. 19-25

The PGA Champions Tour supports Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason and the First Tee of Greater Seattle. Golf pros gather for a tournament like no other—from practicing their stroke with the Seahawks to playing with the Emirates Youth Clinic, it’s a week of sport and charity. www.boeingclassic.com

LABOR DAY WEEKEND Bumbershoot: Aug. 31-Sept. 2

Acting as the spokesperson for the end of summer, Bumbershoot is a Seattle standard in music and arts.

Always on Labor Day weekend, and always at the Seattle Center, it’s as dependable as the promise of fun during a Seattle summer. www.bumbershoot.org

*This is not a comprehensive list of every event/festival/special program happening in the Seattle area this summer. These are merely a selection of few, from a calendar of many.

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Tradition Overruled Member Michelle Bomberger put traditional business law on trial and discovered it could be done better.

By Allyson Marrs

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awyers live by a rule book. Sure, they may bend the rules on occasion, but the profession is steeped in rituals and static practices. Business, on the other hand, is constantly evolving, and success can often depend on new ideas and flexibility.

Michelle Bomberger decided to merge the two. She’s the founder of Equinox Business Law Group, and in 2012, “Puget Sound Business Journal” named her a “40 Under 40” honoree. In addition, “425” magazine readers voted her Best Lawyer in a 2009 vote.

“Lawyers tend to be very traditional. I want to get other people to recognize that there are other options. Personally, I’d like to do more new things,” Michelle says.

A Panama-native, Michelle moved to the States to attend college at Notre Dame.

Afterward, she spent some time at a business-consulting firm and worked on projects with small organizations. This is where her passion began to form.

“The ability to do more and have a larger effect on their group resonated with me more with a smaller organization,” she says. She went back to school, to understand the business aspect better, and received her joint MBA and Law degree from Northwestern.

“I wanted to be a business-centric lawyer. I thought that I could do more.”

So, eight years ago this month, Michelle created her own firm, which is now five people strong.

Some things have happened along the way which have made Michelle more empathetic to her clients and have helped her understand details from a business perspective—not just a legal one.

Michelle has her own entrepreneurial experience; she and her husband owned restaurants, which they closed in 2010.

“Having gone through the process of opening the restaurant with a business partner and having to work through some issues and close it, the experience for me, as far as being able to serve my clients, is really amazing,” Michelle says. “Because you live through it emotionally; you live through it financially.”

When clients come to her firm with very real concerns, Michelle is able to relate. “The conversations you have with clients who are starting into that process, and sort of coming out of that process is very different. It’s very real. It’s not just theoretical. I can very much relate to what they’re experiencing.”

Her background has created a desire to be an advocate for businesses, and look to their future, with a plan for how to get there, rather than always be in a reactionary state. “We address their needs from a business standpoint, not a legal standpoint. In talking to them about what they want to accomplish, we can come up with the legal options to help.”

There are some business sectors that Michelle finds especially challenging and rewarding, one of which is manufacturing. Part of this is due to manufacturers’ impact on the economy, with the many jobs they provide, and part is because of the educational side of the practice—going into schools and teaching kids what the business is, and how to master the countless trades associated with it.

“From a holistic business standpoint, it’s a really interesting industry, and its impact on the economy I think is just so great.”

Education is one of Michelle’s interests, and a passion that she often carries into her firm. Her favorite pro bono work is with Seattle University’s Community and Economic Development Clinic, where the school brings in businesses that need legal aid and puts a business student, a law student and a legal and business professional on a team to all work toward the solution.

The professionals serve as mentors, while the students get real-life experience.

“Ultimately, the client is being helped, but at the same time, you’re actually coaching the students because they’re the ones directly serving the client,” Michelle says. “It blends so many different elements of what we want to do.”

That’s why Equinox is a team of business professionals who practice law. “I want people with a breadth of business knowledge—people who have real experience in it.”

With these type of individuals all working together, there’s a different type of discussion that takes place, according to Michelle. “Those conversations about both the tactical and the strategic are really what I love.”

Equinox operates more like a business than a typical law firm, in accordance with Michelle’s original vision. The quick response time to questions, and the fixedfee model are both standards that were non-negotiable during the building phase.

“I had a vision for what I thought the firm could be; what it could do to serve clients better. I love my job,” she says.

Her job isn’t her whole life, though.

Michelle also spends her time on the

board of directors for Seattle University’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, and the Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound. She’s also volunteered with Help a Mother Out— working to collect diapers for the families who need them—for Westside Baby in West Seattle, Eastside Baby Corner in Issaquah and for Olive Crest, which has a focus on keeping children safe through foster care and other programs.

Michelle is also a busy mom of daughter, Kyra—age 7—and son, Daniel—age 9. Most of her current hobbies revolve around them; she’s involved with her son’s Boy Scouts activities, and she coaches her daughter’s basketball team, which she says is a lot more about basic skills and less about strategy.

But if there’s one thing Michelle has learned through building her practice, it’s that you can’t build without the basics.

“We still have a long way to go to get where I want the company to be,” she says. “But it’s about being present and having the integrity and follow-through.

Success is defined differently—it’s really believing in what we’re doing.”

FIVE Reflections Favorite activity at the Club: Shooting hoops and running on the indoor track.

Perfect day: Outside in the sunshine with my family. If horses are involved, that’s a plus.

Worst fear: Losing a loved one.

Personal quirk: I use evaporated milk instead of cream in my coffee.

Favorite pizza topping: Sausage.

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body | mind

Strength vs.

Endurance

If you’re strength training, give your muscles a one- to three-minute rest between sets, so your muscles have time to replenish their energy before pushing hard once again. But if you’d rather build your endurance, rest only 15 to 30 seconds between sets. These shorter breaks will also increase your cardiovascular threshold, since the shorter recovery time keeps your heart rate elevated.

—Sue Matyas, Fitness Director

An Apple a Day…

A 2012 study concluded that diet could influence how attractive you are to a prospective partner.

Within just six weeks of eating more fruits and vegetables, the study subjects’ skin color changed enough to make others think of them as being healthier and more attractive. So enjoy lots of brightly colored fruits and vegetables to make your skin glow!

—Laurelee Misseghers, Bellevue Club Registered Dietitian

Melanoma Monday

In a national effort to raise skin cancer awareness, Overlake dermatologists are offering a free skin cancer screening. Melanoma Monday is part of the American Academy of Dermatology’s campaign to encourage early detection and teach prevention of skin cancer—the most common form of cancer in the U.S. Join us for a FREE skin cancer screening.

• Monday, May 6 • Overlake Medical Center • 5:30-8 p.m.

• Space is limited; preregistration required.

Please call 425-688-5259 for an appointment.

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Calorie Counting

As a woman, eating fewer than 1,200 calories a day to lose weight is ill advised.

When you skimp under this, it could mean you’re missing essential amounts of important nutrients—magnesium, folate and zinc. It could also mean that you temporary lose fluids or muscle, rather than permanently lose fat. To make sure you’re losing in a healthy way, stop by the Wellness Department for advice or to enroll in one of our programs.

—Wendy Caamano, Wellness Coordinator

Farmers Markets

Farmers markets open in many communities this month and offer a great place to stock up on locally grown fruits and vegetables.

Overlake is proud to sponsor the Bellevue Farmers Market, located at First Presbyterian Church of Bellevue. Visit the market on Thursdays between 3 and 7 p.m. for wholesome and nutritious food options. Many growers raise their crops organically and can talk to you about their farming practices.

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Weather permitting, the outdoor pool will open Memorial Day—Monday, May 27. We look forward to opening the additional pool every summer, but for every member to have a fun season of swimming in the sun, keep the following guidelines in mind: • It must be at least 65 degrees outside to open the pool.

• The lifeguard is in charge at all times.

• Children ages 6-11 must be accompanied by a responsible adult (age 18 or older) or pass a swim test.

• A responsible adult must be in the water within arm’s reach of a child age five or younger, or any person in a life jacket.

• Everyone must take a cleansing shower before using the pool.

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ing the water.

• Bathers wearing diapers must have a tight fitting protective covering to prevent contamination.

• Diapers must be changed in designated diaper changing area or restroom, not on the pool deck.

• If you have a communicable disease that can be transmitted by water or have been ill with diarrhea or vomiting in the last two weeks, do not use the pool.

• Bathers with seizure, heart or circulatory problems are advised to swim with a buddy.

• Do not use the pool when under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• No running on deck or horseplay in the pool.

• Use of inflatable or other swimming devices must be approved by Aquatics Department Staff.

• Food and drinks must remain more than five feet away from the pool edge or behind the deck drain.

• All food or drink must be prepared by the Bellevue Club.

• No glass or alcohol.

• Persons failing to follow rules are subject to removal from the premises.

• No diving.

• First Aid kit is located in the mechanical room.

• In case of emergency, contact a lifeguard.

• Emergency phone is located on the northwest wall. Dial 911. Do not use your cell phone.

Hours Adults-only lap swim: MWF, 10-11 a.m.

Open Swim: M-Sa, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. & Su, 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m.

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Every Day Play

By Allyson Marrs Times have changed. Only a couple decades ago, technology was nowhere near where it is now; video games weren’t half as popular; TV channels didn’t reach into the hundreds; kids were constantly moving.

Most U.S. estimates show that children now spend five hours a day in front of a screen—TV or computer. The sedentary behavior only seems to worsen the longer it continues, as it becomes more of a habit than anything else.

This, of course, is taking a real toll on children. Obesity rates are rising at shocking rates, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showing that kids aged 6-17 are more than twice as likely to be overweight than they were 30 years ago. In 1976, six percent of kids were overweight; by 1994, the number was at 11 percent; and by 2006, that number rose to 17 percent, with no significant difference between genders.

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of Washington state’s children are obese, as of 2007, up from 10-15 percent in 2003.

Because many public schools’ physical education programs have been cut over the years, the majority of the responsibility to get activity levels up falls outside of school hours.

In 2007, when those numbers first reached alarming rates, the NFL started a movement for an active generation—Play60. Its mission, a health and fitness campaign, is to encourage kids to play, to move, for 60 minutes every single day.

The goal is to get kids off the couch, out of the house and let them do what they do best—have fun. From a game of tag, a relay race, a kickball tournament to an hour on the playground, it’s about showing kids how being active is exciting, fun.

Recently, the Bellevue Club has added programs geared toward kids and teens to boost their activity levels and get them fit. For a more competitive side, or for kids who are curious where they rank among others, the Club is also offering the Presidential fitness challenge.

No matter the activity, just make sure your children get out there and move it!

Kids’ Presidential Fitness Challenge Sunday, May 19, noon-3:30 p.m.

Limit to 10 people per age group 8-10, noon-1 p.m.

11-13, 1:15-2:15 p.m.

14-17, 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Meet outside the gym.

To register, call 688.3255 or email fitness@bellevueclub. com. Cost is $10/participant.

Each participant will also receive a certificate of participation, a national age group score card, a Bellevue Club water bottle and a $10 off coupon for any of the Club’s Kids’ Group personal training programs.

GPX Classes for Kids Kids’ Cardio M 6-6:25 p.m.

F 6-6:25 p.m.

Sa 10:15-11:40 a.m.

Mini Muscles M 6:30-7 p.m.

F 6:30-7 p.m.

Sa 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Group Personal Training Teens for Fitness MWF 4:15-5 p.m. $19 drop-in or $90 for month

l i v i n g we l l Exercising Alone Maybe you have a competitive personality, or maybe you gain more energy by surrounding yourself with others. Either way, trudging along on an elliptical will not satisfy your training craving.

Grab a buddy and race each other on the treadmills, or see who can climb more flights on the stair climber.

If you prefer a group dynamic to a competitive edge, drop in to one of the Club’s GPX classes. With enough options to satisfy any physical interest, boredom is a word that has no meaning. From high energy (Zumba, ultimate fitness and spin) to body control (barre, yoga and Pilates), you can do something new every day, with new people every day.

Lifting

You’re a three-sets-of-thirty kind of lifter. You hit your mark, and then move on to the next zone. Rather than counting, though, try lifting until you simply can’t lift anymore. Maybe you make it 20, and maybe you make it to 50. The number doesn’t matter. Get fatigued and maybe a little sore. That matters.

For an added change, switch what you lift. If you’re used to dumbbells, try kettlebells for a week. If you use weight machines, opt for free weights combined with your body’s own resistance.

Working Through the Rut

outs, both to personalize them and to make them a bit tougher.

By Allyson Marrs

Running on the Treadmill

One speed, one level, one routine—no fun. If you’re getting bored with your workout, chances are, you’re no longer working hard enough. Once your mind deserts the exercise, your body is likely to follow suit.

The only way to keep yourself motivated to work out consistently—think five days a week—is by having a bit of fun along the way.

Yes, it’s about challenging your body, but if you dread that hour a day, every day, chances are you’re not doing the right thing for you.

There’s always a little wiggle room in a workout; so even if you’re a runner, and only a runner, you can make small changes to your regimen to keep your body pushing at full throttle.

Shift gears during these popular work-

If you’re used to running just one speed for 30 minutes, you may be feeling a bit bored. Your body feels it, too.

Switch it up with intervals. You can start with a quick walk (3.7) or jog (5.0), but then boost it up by sprinting (7.0) for a minute.

Slow it down to a run (5.5-6.0) for five minutes.

Repeat this pattern for 30 to 40 minutes, increasing or decreasing certain intervals, whichever will keep your heart rate up.

Remember, this should feel challenging, but not impossible.

To get more of your body involved, place a pair of weights next to the machine and jump off every three minutes to do one minute of arm exercises.

It’s easy to get comfortable with something, and in most aspects of life, it’s a wonderful thing. But when it comes to the gym, when your body is comfortable, it’s not working as hard as it could be.

You don’t have to give up your favorite workout—just make some changes to bust through the rut.

interested in BC wellness?

The Bellevue Club offers a variety of wellness programs, classes and seminars.

From personal training to nutrition to naturopathic services, we have experts who can help you realize whole body wellness.

The Club’s Your Body Your Life program can help you find the track you need. If you think it might be for you, give us a call at 425.688.3461 or email wellness@bellevueclub.com for more information.

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Mother’s Day spa package aT The BellevUe ClUB Unwind with the ultimate day of bliss. This pampering retreat delivers relaxation from head to toe with a 50-minute Relaxation Massage and rejuvenating 60-minute Spa Facial. $210. To purchase, stop by the Spa Desk at the Bellevue Club or call 425.688.3114.

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cl a s ses & eve n t s

Upcoming Events Recreation Hoopfest Prep Registration Deadline Wednesday, May 1, $125/member Family Gym Night May 3 & 24, 5:30-8 p.m.

Family Float-In Movie Night: “Madagascar” Friday, May 10, 7:30 p.m.

Kids’ Night Out: Un-Birthday Party Friday, May 17, 6-9 p.m. $33/child Wenatchee River Rafting Trip Sunday, May 19, 10:30 a.m. launch site meet time, $70/member

Fitness Seasonal Allergies Saturday, May 11, 4-5:30 p.m., $35 Mapping Your Menopause Journey Part One: Tuesday, May 14 Part Two: Tuesday, May 21 6-7 p.m., $15 Meditate to Increase Creativity & Fulfillment Sunday, May 19, 4-5 p.m., $20

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Bridge Class Basics 3: Popular Conventions May 2, 9, 16 & 23, 7-9 p.m., $100

May Birthday Month in Polaris Grill Begins Wednesday, May 1

Mother/Son Party Friday, May 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $45

Mother’s Day Brunch in Polaris Grill Sunday, May 12, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Buffet $39.95/adults, $18/kids, ages 6-12 & kids 5 and younger are free

SIFF Family Movie Night Tuesday, May 7, 6 p.m., $8 Travel Talk: Galapagos Islands Tuesday, May 7, 7-8 p.m., $5 Girl Power Hour Wednesday, May 8, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $20 Hike and Wine Event Saturday, May 11, 7:30 a.m.6:30 p.m., $195 Digital Photography Class Tuesday, May 14, 6-9 p.m., $45 Setting and Visualizing Goals for Teens Wednesday, May 15, 7-8:30 p.m. $5 The Big Easy: New Orleans Party Friday, May 17, 6-9 p.m., $75 Hiking in the Northwest Talk Tuesday, May 21, 7-8 p.m., $5

Lachini Wine Dinner in Polaris Grill Thursday, May 30, 6:30-9:30 p.m. $95/five courses

Ongoing programs For full lists of adult classes and events, pick up the latest copy of the Bellevue Club Connector or visit www.bellevue club.com/fitness/BCconnector.pdf.

Recreation FREE! Toddler Open Play (0-5) Mondays, 9:30 a.m.-noon FREE! Round-Robin Squash Thursdays, 6 p.m.

Free! Open Climb (4+) Fridays, 1-4 p.m.

Free! Trivia Night in Cosmos Tuesday, May 28, 7-8:30 p.m.

C l a s s i f i e d s V acat io n R e ntal s CANNON BEACH (arch cape).

Exquisite oceanfront. Elegant and romantic 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, all new interiors with sweeping 180-degree views, stone fireplace, cherry, stainless, ceramic and quartz, with hardwoods, vaulted ceilings, DSL and hot tub. No smoking/pets. Weekly minimum.

503.803.0370 or tunquelen@comcast.net.

Kihei, maui. Beach front 2 bedroom/2 bathroom condominium. Ground level. Steps out to 4 mile sandy beach. Maalaea Surf Resort. 425.653.7712.

Four seasons villa, Kona, hawaii. 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom villa at Hualalai Four Seasons. Ocean view, exquisitely furnished. All resort amenities included.

Sandy, 206.230.5606. www.hualalaifour seasons.com.

SUN VALLEY. Prospector condos in Warm Springs for rent. 2 bedroom/2.5 bathrooms; or 3 bedroom/3 bathrooms. Pool and tennis courts available. Call 1.800.303.5630.

KAUAI, POIPU BEACH, kiahuna PLANTATION. 1 bedroom deluxe condo.

Ocean/lagoon/garden view. $190/night.

425.643.1805, ext. 14. www.kiahunapoipu condo.com.

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Paris. Chic 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment in 7th Arrondissement. Walk to Seine and Eiffel Tower. 206.328.0897.

Treasure island, grapview, WA. South Puget Sound waterfront beach home located on private Treasure Island.

Sleeps six, two bathrooms. Remodeled, fullyfurnished—no need to bring a thing. Beach out backdoor. Three kayaks available for use.

Non-smoking, no pets. 425.828.3646. hospitalityconsulting@frontier.com

S e r vi c e s DAVE’S PAINTING, INC. 25 years Eastside custom painting. Pressure washing driveways and patios. Free estimates. Owner present at all jobs. 425.747.2543.

Summer nanny. Responsible college student, passionate about kids, non-smoker with SUV, CPR and safety certified.

Excellent references. Please contact mackschiltz@comcast.net or 425.890.0702.

To place a classified ad 688.3162, allysonm@bellevueclub.com or www.bcreflections.com/classifieds Classifieds deadline is the first of the month prior.

cl a s ses & eve n t s Private Dance Lessons (all ages) Private Basketball Lessons (6+) Karate Club (7+) Guitar and Voice Lessons (9+) Kids’ Night Out (3-10) Racquetball & Squash Ladders To receive your invite, email recreation@bellevueclub.com. spring Session Classes & programs For full information, visit www.bellevueclub.com/youth.

Aquatics FREE! Inflatable Obstacle Course, Saturdays, 6:30-8 p.m. and Water Runner, Sundays, 5-6:30 p.m.

Blue Whales Group Swim Lessons Private Swim Lessons Masters/Adult Fitness Swimming M-F noon-1 p.m.; T/Th 5:45-7 a.m. or 9-10 a.m.; F 5:45-7 a.m.; Sa 7-8:30 a.m.

For information and reservations for any Aquatics program, call 425.688.3223.

Tennis Adult Group Lessons Junior Group Lessons Mixed Doubles Night Ladies’ Flights Men’s Night Ladies’ Night Junior Tennis Team Junior USTA Program

Fitness

Optimus Prime in Splash Thursdays, 5 p.m. until gone Slow-roasted prime rib (9 ounces) dinner for $24. There’s even a smaller petite cut for the kiddos, $10.

Gentle Yoga Int./Adv. Vinyasa Yoga Hatha/Vinyasa Yoga Feldenkrais: Finding Flexibility Flex in the City Kinesis Senior Kinesis Senior Conditioning Indoor Cycling Cycle Circuit Cardio Step Zumba BOSU C.S.I. Water Aerobics Cardio Kids Mini Muscles Ultimate Fitness

Rahul A. Desai Urologist

Board Certified American Board of Urology

taste Wine Flight Night in Polaris Grill Fridays, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Discover new wines in Polaris Grill. Choose from any three reds (2-ounce pours for $15) or any three whites (2-ounce pours for $10).

Cosmos Happy Hour Monday-Friday, 3:30-6 p.m. and 10 p.m.-close. Saturday & Sunday, open-close

Dr. Desai is accepting new patients and provides medical and surgical treatment for patients with a wide range of disorders and conditions of the urinary tract including: • Prostate and Kidney Cancer • Kidney Stones • Enlarged Prostate (BPH) • Urinary Incontinence • Erectile Dysfunction The doctor has received training and is a specialist in: • Robotic (da Vinci) and laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery • Endoscopic Stone Removal • No scalpel vasectomy • Greenlight photovaporization of the prostate

Hat Trick Splash Special in Splash Daily, 11 a.m.-close Three small plates for $20 Sunday Family Fun Night Sundays, 4-9 p.m.

Half-price wine and beer by the glass, half-price kids’ meal when eating with a parent.

Please call 206.528.4944 www.polyclinic.com

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