Bellevue, WA November 2022

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Traditions

The pandemic unfortunately is still affecting one my favorite holiday tradi tions: Thanksgiving with 83 Agnews. Due to different health conditions, age brackets, and comfort levels, we won’t be gathering for the third year in a row. In case you’re wondering, guests typically in attendance are my Grandma, 18 aunts and uncles, 24 cousins with 16 spouses, and 24 great-grandchildren. It’s pretty amazing, and a tradition I’m sad to miss again this year. The silver lining is my immediate family has created some new memorable experi ences. One year my brother-in-law, our family’s gourmet cook, made our immediate family a 12-course gourmet meal with cocktail and wine pairings.  Unforgettable and incredibly delicious right down to the amuse-bouche.  And this year for Thanksgiving my family will be clamming on the Washington coast. I’m sure clam chowder and fried razor clams will most likely be a part of our Thanksgiving fare. Hopefully next year the Agnews can gather as 83 again. For now, I’ll soak in the new family memories (and maybe new traditions?). There is plenty to be thankful for.

November 2022

PUBLISHER Caitlin Agnew | caitlin.agnew@citylifestyle.com

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The WWIN's annual Sip for Stars event successfully raised over $200,000 (and counting) on September 17th 2: WWIN has been uplifting Washington women since 1992, and in that time, has provided more than $20 million in grants 3-4: Guests enjoyed award-winning wines, hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, and “Raised a Glass” to empower women through education

Guests smile for the camera outside Novelty Hill-Januik Winery, where the Sip for Stars event was held 6: Brenda Yakaboski is part of the Women of AT&T who regularly support WWIN’s Sip for Stars 7: Today, WWIN supports 200 Star Scholars with renewable scholarships for higher education, resiliency grants, and career services to launch their futures

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1: Runners begin their journey as the Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington half marathon begins 2: Runners head off into the trees as they progress through the half marathon course 3: Leah Reid poses with friends after crossing the finish line at her 100th Rock ‘n’ Roll event 4: Elite runners lead the pack as the Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington half marathon kicks off

Glen Weissman celebrates after crossing the 5k finish line

Henry Chan aka Barefoot Elvis smiles before the Rock ‘n’ Roll Washington 5k begins 7: Joalby Phoenix-Lopez sings the National Anthem before the race begins

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Snowflake Lane at The Bellevue Collection

Experience the wonder of falling snow, dazzling lights, festive music, toy drummers, dancers and holiday floats in this complimentary nightly parade. Join us on the sidewalks of Bellevue Way between Bellevue Square and Lincoln Square from NE 4th to NE 8th Streets every night at 7 p.m. from November 25th through December 24th. Park in any of our free parking garages and choose your favorite spot on the sidewalk to see the show.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with The Lakehouse Bellevue

James Beard Award-winning chef Jason Wilson and chef de cuisine Thomas Cullen of the Lakehouse Bellevue are offering a seasonally inspired Pacific Northwest Thanksgiving experience for dine in or takeout. Renowned for their abundant, elevated menus and one of the region’s most celebrated wine lists, The Lakehouse brings the finest offerings from local farmers directly to your Thanksgiving table. Reservations for dine in and take out are available at thelakehouse bellevue.com.

Meals from Matthews

In honor of the holiday season, Matthews is proud to partner with Northwest Harvest, a non-profit organization supporting food banks in Washington state.  To celebrate the November 17th release of our 2021 Matthews Reserve Sauvignon Blanc, we are raising money and awareness for food insecurity along side Northwest Harvest. Visit our website for details and how you can be a part of this important cause at Matthewswinery.com .

PROUD TITLE SPONSOR OF THE 2022 FESTIVAL OF TREES, BELLEVUE’S PREMIERE HOLIDAY GALA

In this season of giving, join our support of Jubilee REACH who serves those most at risk in our community.

Giving from our strengths as the Eastside’s largest residential builder since 2011.

Coffeeholic House is Opening its 3rd Location in Bellevue!

Coffeeholic House, Seattle's First Vietnamese Coffee shop just announced they will open their 3rd location on Main Street, Old town Bellevue. Since their first open ing in 2020, they've introduced to many people Asian Fusion flavored coffee. They're well known for their Coffeeholic Dream, Purple Haze (ube latte) and Vietnamese Iced coffee. The projected opening day will be this Winter '22  or Spring '23. For now, you can get their delicious coffee at either location in Columbia City or Greenwood. For more details, check out their Instagram @ coffeeholichouse.

Garden d’Lights at the Bellevue Botanical Garden

Garden d’Lights features a host of whimsical plants and animals fash ioned out of rebar and colored lights. A nightly wonder amid the natural beauty of the Bellevue Botanical

Garden, Garden d’Lights will run from Nov. 26 to Dec. 31, 4:30-9 p.m. every day, except Christmas Day. The event has delighted people for nearly three decades. Tickets must be pur chased online, and will not be sold at the door. Tickets are available now at GardendLights.org

Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink Presented by Symetra

The Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink returns for its 25th year to the Bellevue Downtown Park from November 18 through January 8, 2023! Known as the Eastside’s larg est open-air seasonal ice-skating experience, the ice rink is open daily, including holidays, and features 9,000 square feet of ice, spacious viewing area, concessions, free parking and more. Plan your visit and purchase online tickets starting early November. Walk-up tickets limited, visitors are strongly encouraged to purchase in advance.

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The holidays are here, and it's time to enjoy all that Bellevue has to offer to celebrate this time of the year. From holiday markets to festive lights to pop up shops and estab lishments to enjoy a fire pit, we have you covered to help get you in the holiday spirit.

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ARGOSY CRUISES CHRISTMAS SHIP™ FESTIVAL: A ship-to-shore holiday celebration that has been a Northwest tradition since 1949. The Spirit of Seattle™, is decorated with hundreds of shimmery white lights and sails to different Puget Sound waterfront communities 1101 Alaskan Way, Seattle, Washington 98101

KIDSQUEST GINGERBREAD WORKSHOP : The smell of gingerbread is in the air! Gather family and friends this holiday season and head to the Hyatt Regency Bellevue to fill your candy box and create your own Gingerbread house masterpiece. 900 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, Washington 98004

LIVING ROOM BAR: Mix & mingle over specialty-crafted cocktails fireside, or unwind with friends on The Porch enjoying the outdoor heaters for those cool evenings. 10455 NE 5th Pl, Bellevue, Washington 98004

BAM HOLIDAY ARTS MARKET: Find the perfect gift for the art lover on your list— or treat yourself! This holiday season the BAM has a brand-new selection of unique works from over 30 BAM Arts Fair artists. 510 Bellevue Way Ne Bellevue, WA

BAKE'S PLACE BISTRO & BAR: Bake's Place Bistro & Bar is a restaurant, bar, live music & private event space in downtown Bellevue that exudes atmo sphere and elegance. Cozy up on one of the larges covered patios for a night on the town. 155 108th Ave Ne Ste 110 Bellevue, WA

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“Whole-Person” Hybrid Healthcare is Calling Seattle Home

For many employees in the Seattle region, a company-sponsored health plan leaves a lot to be desired, especially as insurance premiums continue to rise and value-for-the-money declines. The good news for our local workforce? There’s a new game in town—a whole person and integrated healthcare model that’s faster to access, easier to navigate and can save 15% in total healthcare costs. It’s called Crossover Health, a hybrid virtual/in-person care model delivered by an interdisciplinary team of doctors, clinicians, therapists and other care professionals, working together to ensure the best outcomes for employee groups. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at who Crossover Health is, what they do and how they’re changing the rules for employer-sponsored healthcare in all of the right ways.

One-size healthcare doesn’t fit all.

As any business executive can tell you, the pandemic fundamentally altered how, when and where employees do their work—and surprising little has changed in the past three years. Many experts believe that a hybrid work model, a flexible combination of at-home and in-office scenarios, is here to stay. In 2020, Covid-19 safety protocols had a similar impact on healthcare, with a meteoric rise in “telemedicine” techniques that—for better or worse—took the place of in-person visits. Today’s hybrid work environment demands far more: what’s needed is a dynamic employee healthcare model that can easily transition from all-virtual, to in-person, to both—without putting the burden on employees to navigate what can become a complicated healthcare journey. The Crossover Health model was built to answer that need, a combination of primary care, physical medicine, mental health, health coaching, care navigation and other vital services all in one place—virtually or in-person, with access seven days a week.

Connected, whole person-focused and relationship-based care, all in one place.

Crossover’s mantra, adopted early on by the organization’s founders, is “health as it should be”—and with a 93% satisfaction rate among their members, it appears that their mission is more than succeeding. Employees develop an ongoing, trust-based relationship with an interdisciplinary care team—Crossover doctors, clinical providers, and Care Navigators—who work together to address the unique factors that affect employees’ complete health and wellbeing. And should an employee require care outside of Crossover, support is available every step of the way to help employees navigate the healthcare system.

As high-profile companies move in, a new model for employee care comes, too.

It’s a Primary Health model designed to drive engagement where it matters most—with each individual member— and includes:

Primary Care: Preventive care and screenings, sick visits, community resources and treatment of minor injuries, all led by a primary care doctor.

Physical Medicine: Care teams include a certified physical therapist who works closely with Crossover chiropractors and fitness coaches to support musculoskeletal health.

Health Coaching: Whether an employee wants to improve diet, nutrition, quit smoking, or achieve better work/life balance, a Crossover coach can help.

Mental Health Care: Mental health is as important as physical health. Crossover psychologists, therapists and social workers are qualified to treat a wide range of conditions that affect emotional wellbeing.

Care Navigation: Healthcare systems are complex and can feel overwhelming. If employees need care outside of Crossover, a Care Navigator is there to manage the system and simplify the process.

Virtually or in-person, good relationships drive good healthcare.

Health Centers Designed to Be Different, featuring modern aesthetics, state-of-the art technology and patient-focused amenities.

It’s life-changing, actually. I came to Crossover for help with a sore throat. Now, I have a whole team of caregivers who know me on a firstname basis. They don’t mind that I call them for everything.”

— Crossover Member

Central to the Crossover Health approach is that all care is collaborative and connected, delivered by providers who “huddle” on a regular basis to mutually decide on diagnoses, treatments, and follow-ups. An 18-month study looked at utilization of Crossover Health’s primary care, mental health, and physical medicine services and reveals why that’s important. While the majority of visits over the study period were for primary care, nearly 20% of patients were seen by two disciplines and nearly 3% by three disciplines. Patients not only moved freely between in-person and virtual care but among team-based providers and clinical disciplines. Care modality differed, but key relationships with providers remained intact.

Additionally, unlike traditional virtual care models, the Crossover Virtual Primary Health offering provides access to a designated and comprehensive, integrated care team who know each patient as an individual— primary care, mental health, physical medicine, health coaching and care navigation that’s coordinated and connected. That’s the kind of relationship-based healthcare that works.

About Crossover Health

Crossover Health is a leader in delivering value-based hybrid care. With a focus on wellbeing and prevention that extends beyond traditional sick care, Crossover builds trusted relationships with employee communities and surrounds them with care—in-person, online, anytime. For more information visit www.crossoverhealth.com

Food Fight

Holiday gatherings often include a generous helping of spirited discussion or contro versy. And while some energetically ignore the age-old advice to avoid topics of sex, politics, or religion, these neighbors are prepping for the annual appearance of a dish that refuses to be ignored.

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DESIGNER TURKEY Karin Krippaehne

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For over 20 years I have been helping people organize and downsize. I manage moves for seniors around the city going into smaller spaces. When packing a kitchen, I am always curious about their specialty recipes. What do they love to cook, and what are their traditions? It’s always unique and interesting stories about food shared.  Last year for Thanksgiving, at my house, we let our health-conscious daughter buy an organic, free-range, hor mone-free, etc…SCRAWNY bird. This year, we’re back to full fat.

FLUFFING Wendy Medlock Director of Transaction Services for Windermere Real Estate/East, Inc.

Thanksgiving is all about the food. The more the merrier. We fully expect a house full of sugar-high kids and food coma dads

by the end of the meal. My sister’s mother-in-law used to bring Pistachio Fluff every year. No one ate it except for her and her granddaughter. Now that Grammy has passed, her granddaughter brings it every year. We can’t get away from this recipe!  The rec ipe calls for marshmallows, but no. Grammy substituted hers with cottage cheese! It also says to top the dessert with a maraschino cherry and/or crushed pistachio. Grammy left these out as well.

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Carolyn Grinstein

Our tradition has, for some 50 years, been to gather here in Medina, with family from all over the country, for Thanksgiving. This worked great when the kids were younger, but as genera tions ...uh...fade, and kids grow up, gathering becomes more and more challenging. Then the pandemic hit and gathering became harder. But we always managed, and always, ALWAYS serve a few old staples:  Mashed rutabagas, Caramelized onion with prun e and chestnuts, and Creamed Chestnuts.

Pistachio Fluff

The LEAST popular, but MY favorite: mashed rutabagas. Yum! Make them just like mashed potatoes, but even more but ter, and lots of pepper. Make ahead, refrig erate, then add to other stuff in the oven.

The OLDEST family tradition, from my childhood in the ‘40’s, from the French peas ant side of the family: creamed chestnuts. The rural French farm people, like all rural people, depended largely upon whatever happened to be in season, and in November, chestnuts were abundant. This is a very rich, extremely simple countryside dish.

IT’S NOT ALL GRAVY Molly Goudy

“Everything is better with Mayo.”

It’s not Thanksgiving without Mayo. The Bocek Family grew up on Evergreen Point and built the family homestead in 1962. Five out of the six adult Bocek chil dren still reside in the Three points/Clyde hill communities. We can’t have a family Thanksgiving dinner without a bowl of Best Foods mayonnaise. It can’t be any other brand, just Best Foods. The first time I was a guest at Thanksgiving with my in-laws, my mother-in-law was rather taken aback in horror at my condiment request yet she obliged, with Trader Joe’s Mayo. How sad. I still dipped my hot turkey in her fake Mayo, and after that it became a tradition at either her house or mine. She always set out a special bowl of Mayo just for me.

“EVERYTHING IS BETTER WITH MAYO.”

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Meet the Artist: Aaron Hazel

Big Fox, Arapaho, 1898, 30x40

Aaron Hazel is an award-winning artist whose recent work focuses on minorities of the West, who are vastly underrepresented in general academia.  His work has been featured at the Museum of Pop Culture (Seattle), on the corporate walls of Starbucks, Facebook and Nike, and in numerous galleries spanning Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and Utah.   Hazel also serves on the Jury Committee for the Out West Art Show in Great Falls.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR ARTIST JOURNEY.

I was an art major in college but never thought painting as a profession was plausible. That said, I never stopped painting.  In fact, some of my first clients were co-workers from the bar I worked at in Bellevue. I bartended at Joey’s for 6 years, and during that time I got to know several of the Seattle Seahawks players who’d sit at the bar and we’d talk sports. Eventually, the players found out I was an artist and commissioned me to do paintings of them in action on the field, notably Kam Chancellor and Golden Tate at that time. That created a bit of a snowball effect with their teammates who’d then commission me, and eventually, NFL players on other teams reached out as well. So, I guess I started to feel “official” around 2012. Around that time, I also took workshops and worked independently with an incredible impressionist artist in Idaho. That was huge for me, as I was then introduced to the fine art gallery world. I went full-time in 2014 and got into my first gallery in 2016.

WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

People have always inspired me.  As a person of color, I have also been inspired by the history of minorities out west. I feel like that was not thoroughly examined in our curriculum at school. Even then, I

knew there was much more to learn, and my recent work reflects the ongoing investigation into unearth ing the stories of the underrepresented.

NOVEMBER IS NATIONAL NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH.  WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED ABOUT NATIVE AMERICANS THROUGH YOUR ART?

I think our society has cast a large net over our indigenous people, deeming their language, customs, dress, and identity all to be in lockstep with one another. This seems to have been the case in media, film, and literature. Natives have been portrayed as caricatures of spirituality, yet savagery, almost mythical beings of western lore who no longer exist. Obviously, this is not the case, but I embarrassingly had to learn the nuances of each tribe much later in life than I’d like to admit. There are similarities, sure, but some alarming differences, notably in battle. Not all tribes got along, understandably, but during the peak of Native/ Settler tension at the Battle of Little Bighorn in 1876, I’d assumed that all Indigenous would join in the fight of resistance to white settlement. This was not the case, as many Natives notably the Crow tribe fought on the side of the US Army serving as Indian scouts. On its face that was alarming to me, but was also enlightening in that it reveals just how varied each Native person/tribe/ideal was. Again, you can not just fit Natives into one overarching box however one thing is undeniable, they are all human, and need to be treated as such. Above all, I take the utmost care, consideration, and research when painting my Native subjects. I do my best to learn about my subjects and their history. If I can’t find any info beyond their name, I try to inform my audience of their tribal affiliation, the year that the photograph was taken, and any other details I share. If I cannot find the subject’s name, I will not paint it, as that, to me, seems appropriative.

Straight Forehead, Oglala Lakota, 1901, 30x40

Many Turning Robes, Blackfoot, 1920, 16x20

Weasaw, Shoshoni, 1898, 30x40

MEET SARAH

BEFORE

“AFTER SPENDING SEVERAL YEARS FEELING TRAPPED IN A BODY THAT DIDN’T LOOK OR MOVE LIKE I’M USED TO, I FEEL YOUNGER, STRONGER AND FITTER THAN EVER. ”

I’d been active and fit for many years, and I was a little embarrassed to admit I needed help getting back in shape after several knee surgeries and COVID packed on the pounds. Intellectually, I knew what it took to get back to where I felt comfortable, but I was never able to be accountable to only myself.

I knew several people who’d done 20/20 LifeStyles with great success. After spending so much time in a body I didn’t relate to, I made the decision to go “all in” and make my health and happiness a priority.

I think the genetic testing portion of the program was the most informative. It was helpful to understand what nutritional model would be the most effective for my body, as well as what types of injuries my body might be more prone to and what to watch out for.

I loved the nutrition part of the program. It inspired me to create a chicken salad recipe that my family absolutely loves! I also love sheet meals! They’re super easy and healthy!

Family support was extremely important. I asked my husband to participate, to some extent. I didn’t need him to follow my plan, but I did need to have an environment that had minimal junk/fast foods and alcohol consumption. He was totally on board, and his results have been amazing as well! He’s lost nearly 20 pounds. We’ve also made fitness and exercise a key part of our daily lives.

The results of doing 20/20 LifeStyles have been pretty spectacular. I lost nearly 20% of my body fat, dropped five dress sizes, and gained at least four pounds of muscle—which is almost unheard of for a woman in her late 40’s. I’ve also had to update most of my wardrobe. It’s been SO AMAZING seeing how my body looks in smaller clothes! My energy level has increased dramatically, and I’m much happier and more positive overall. I’m also way more aware of what goes into my body, and what my body needs to be healthy. When I’m out with friends, I’m finally able to be accountable to myself and stand firm in my decisions. I no longer cave to social pressures around eating or drinking. I’m able to do what’s right for me and my goals.

My three tips for success are:

1) Don’t do this program (or any other) until you’re ready to own it just for yourself. I wasn’t ready to participate until I made the decision to do it for just me. I don’t think I would have been as successful otherwise.

2) Make sure you have support in place from the very beginning to set yourself up for success. Ask for that support ahead of time.

3) Work your butt off, literally. I put my heart and soul into every workout, even when I was tired and surly about being there. My trainer, Dean Rogers, was a huge part of helping me increase my strength, endurance and overall fitness! I owe him a huge debt of gratitude!

I love feeling like myself again! After spending several years feeling trapped in a body that didn’t look or move like I’m used to, I now feel younger and more vibrant, more capable, and stronger and fitter than I ever have.

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Dramatic Intrigue and Elevated Surroundings Create Livable Clyde Hill Luxury

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This modern lux home is a reimagining of L.A. sun set style to suit the Northwest design aesthetic. This home and this story are about the dramatic, a blend of luxury and edginess. With the goal of cre ating a minimalistic, yet modern home with dis tinctive interiors, designer Laurie Chriest, prin cipal of Laurie Chriest Interior Design, was the obvious choice for this Clyde Hill family. Laurie loves design, but she also really loves how people will enjoy their lives in the space she designs for them. “My intent for this project was to match their passion for the joys of life to their clear vision of a luxurious family home. We created a strong and sturdy foundation, framed in with cou ture furnishings and capped off with a bold play fulness that simply calls out to be enjoyed and cel ebrated,” said Laurie. With deep inspiration from the homeowner’s eye for both fashion and pop culture, Chriest had an opportunity to be bold while maintaining a minimalistic sensibility that could truly showcase their interests and wildly sophisticated collections. The neutral and nat ural design worked in concert with one another and allowed for bursts of dramatic intrigue, color, light, and cutting-edge design. The client’s vision included having their 6,800 sq. foot home be a vibrant entertaining hub for their large extended family and many close friends to gather and enjoy. The gorgeous LUMA dining table, handcrafted in Seattle and installed via crane, is the keystone focal point piece in this home. With its timeless, classic, and architectural design everything else shines around it. The Seattle Design Center’s showrooms played an integral part in this collab orative design process as Laurie unveiled designer lines with international appeal and one-of-a-kind pieces with the highest quality artisanship which were important considerations for her client.

Laurie worked in tandem with Steven D. Smith Custom Homes as one of his last projects before retiring in 2022. Architecture by 4D Arc hitects Inc. Interior design including custom details by Laurie Chriest, Holly Hunt Furniture,  Fabrics, and  A rea  R ugs sourced from the Jennifer West Showroom. Luma Design Workshop, John Pomp Lighting, Ochre Lighting sourced from Trammell-Gagné Showroom .

Playful and Expansive Indoor/Outdoor Living

Dramatic Full Height Marble Kitchen

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Tips to Manage Holiday Stress

‘Tis the season to eat, drink and be merry!  For some, it’s also the season of mounting stress as we try to juggle work and family with gift buying and party plan ning. Here are some tips to nav igate your holiday season with more peace of mind: Practice Mindfulness. Tending to even a short daily ritual of mindfulness will promote well being in countless ways. Set aside time each day to focus on deep, cleansing breaths. With practice, this daily routine may allow you to feel emotions with a greater sense of patience and tolerance, which can dramatically improve your overall sense of wellbeing.

Be Present, not Perfect. There are two tricky things about striv ing for perfection. First, “per fect” is not only subjective but also unattainable. What does it even mean to prepare a perfect holiday meal or host a perfect party? Will your guests hold up scorecards at the end of the eve ning as if you’re competing in the holiday party Olympics? Second, while you’re distracted on the climb to perfect, you’re missing

out on the little moments of life that are so perfectly imperfect. Forget about perfection and relax and enjoy the moments sur rounding you.

Limit Consumption. The holi day season is one of abundance, but too much of some things can jeopardize your sense of wellbe ing. It’s easy to eat, drink, and spend too much at this time of year, so keep in mind strategies that can help prevent undue amounts of stress. Set a budget before purchasing gifts and stick to it. Take advantage of the “no proof” trend in restaurants and cocktail bars as a way to limit alcohol consumption while din ing out. And stay mindful of how changes in diet and exercise can throw your body and mind off balance at this time of year.

Put Down the Phone. We all love to be inspired by recipe ideas, images of creative holi day tablescapes and crafty gift wrap ideas this time of year. And while it’s fun to see travel photos from co-workers and pictures of friends at a hot new restaurant, it’s easy to feel hard on oneself

BALANCEDPLATE.COM WELLNESS COACH DEBORAH FRIEND WILSON, SHARES HOW TO MAXIMIZE EMOTIONAL WELLBEING THIS SEASON

for all the things we don’t have or ways we’re not measuring up. If you want to quickly reduce your anxiety, reduce the amount of time you spend on social media. Say No. It’s easy to say yes to every invitation this time of year but practicing boundaries around what occupies your time and mental energy will help manage stress. Setting aside time for yourself to connect with the things that bring you peace and joy might make this season

feel merrier and less like an obli gation to everyone else.

Get Involved. Connect with the community and volunteer to be of service to others. When we volunteer, we’re participating in a shared activity that brings people together. Luckily, the holidays provide ample oppor tunities to do some good which can boost productivity and gratitude – both of which are integral to managing stress and boosting wellbeing.

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Wellness Coach Deborah Friend of Chef Wilson

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Your Autumn Dinner PartyIs Served

Catering experts Chef Kyle and Hannah Williams, owners of Savor & Swirl culinary company, create an outdoor dinner party with chef-driven perennial dishes served in beautiful seasonal settings.

For this alfresco Autumn Dinner Party, Chef Kyle draws on favorite fall recipes updated for a modern palate and paired with wine selections to complement the boun tiful feast. Hannah creates an iconic autumn ambiance using artisanal table settings and mixed flannels for each guest to blanket any chill on a brisk evening. Whether for Friendsgiving, Thanksgiving or a new November tradi tion, it’s time to get outdoors again surrounded in sweat er-weather coziness while sharing bites and clinks with family and friends.

“Think flannel blankets, wooden tables, fire pits, open grills, string lights and candles to create a really cool environment you haven’t been able to do all summer.”

Insider Tips for Hosting:

• Build a menu around the season. “In November, peo ple crave turkey, sage stuffing and cranberry sauce,” Chef Kyle says. “Autumn dinners mean bigger-course meals with varied proteins, like turkey, duck and sirloin, hearty starches, and good fall produce, especially root vegetables such as butternut squash and pumpkin.”

• Always greet guests with a beverage and appetizers. “Offer champagne for wine-lovers or a sparkling drink or signature cocktail. It’s all about serving guests to the highest caliber,” Kyle says.

• Draw inspiration from the season’s changing colors, cooler temps and lower humidity to move back outdoors. “Think flannel blankets, wooden tables, fire pits, open grills, string lights and candles to create a really cool environment you haven’t been able to do all summer.”

• “You can’t go wrong with fresh flowers,” Hannah says, “but keep bouquets low to not interfere with conver sation flowing. For fall, I like richer, jewel-toned florals to mix and match and keep whimsical. I vary glass vases with burnished brass for warm fall vibes.”

• An easy but thoughtful detail is to put a simple menu at each place setting, so guests know what to expect. “Add a pen, so guests can jot tasting notes, especially for wine pairings or multiple courses,” Hannah says. “Guests can share comments, then take the menu home as a sweet reminder of the event.”

• Follow the French principle of mise en place or everything in place before your event. “This is actually our company’s name,” Kyle says. “It’s that important to us. Make sure the wines are all open, cocktails are pre-made, place settings are out, candles are lit and music is playing. When guests arrive, it gives that wow-factor and shows you intentionally made them feel special.”

• To build confidence as a host, start small and practice. “Keep the menu and guest list small,” Kyle says. “Choose recipes you already have confidence in. If you make a great Beef Stroganoff, then go with that. People will love it!”

• As fun as it is to dine outside, always have an indoors back-up plan. “We’ve had to bring it indoors before,” Hannah says. “It’s still fun.”

Want to see more?

For this fall dinner party, Chef Kyle created the perfect dinner menu to tantalize guests’ taste buds. For a complete list of recipes, scan the QR code.

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Bellevue Farmers Market

BELLEVUE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | 3:00 PM

BFM operates a seasonal Thursday farmers market, held every week through October. Each market day is composed of its own unique mix of vendors offering seasonal fruits & vegetables, cut flowers, fresh meats, one-of-a-kind artisan goods, and tasty cuisine. All BFM vendors grow and make the products they sell, and we are proud to say everything sold at our market comes from within the great state of Washington!

Yoga at the Bank

COLUMBIA BANK | 10:00 AM

Laurie Sasser, longtime yoga instructor, is offering $5 yoga classes on Saturdays in the fall and winter. This will be taking place at Columbia Bank’s new branch in Old Bellevue, across from Bellevue Downtown Park. Yoga improves strength, balance and flexibility. It can also decrease stress and anxiety. Grab a friend and join us for some Saturday fun in the community!

36th Annual Newport Ski Swap

NEWPORT HIGH SCHOOL

We sell downhill, XC and back-country skis, snowboards, boots, bindings, poles, jackets, pants, helmets, hats, goggles, gloves, socks, underlayers, snowshoes, bags. 500+ individuals & 6 snowsport shops consign about 10,000 new & used items which are organized in 2 large gyms, 17,000 sq feet. Our goal is to create lifelong customers, support unfunded Newport High School educational needs, and help make going to the mountains more affordable!

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

PRESENTED BY BELLEVUE LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE & KIRKLAND LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

WHO: YOU!

WHAT: CELEBRATING “BEST OF BELLEVUE” AND “BEST OF KIRKLAND” 2022 WINNERS. WEAR YOUR BEST HOLIDAY ATTIRE FOR A NIGHT OF MUSIC, DRINKS, HORS D’OEUVRE, AND MORE.

WHERE: BENTLEY, MCLAREN, ROLLSROYCE BELLEVUE DEALERSHIP

WHEN: DECEMBER 3RD, 2022 6PM-9PM

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NOVEMBER 12TH

9th Annual Festival of Trees

HYATT REGENCY BELLEVUE

Join us as we gather for a night of celebration, hope, inspiration, and impact to usher in the Holiday sea son. During the Gala week, partici pate in the Fund-A-Need and Online Auction to bid on unique and fun items to help support Jubilee REACH services and programs for the com munity. There will be surprises and lots of fun the night of the Gala you won’t want to miss, including our beautifully decorated Trees! Visit jubileereach.org/festivaloftrees .

NOVEMBER 14TH Hopelink Turkey Trot 5k VIRTUAL

Sign up for Hopelink’s virtual annual Turkey Trot 5K, get the T-shirt, and put in some Ks! Carrying on one of our favorite fall traditions, we'll raise money to help Hopelink families and individuals during the challenging winter months. The trot begins No vember 14th-November 20th. You can even dress up in your finest tur key gear! Learn more and sign up at hopelink.org/turkey-trot-2022 .

NOVEMBER 26TH

The Tradition Returns this Fall at Applecup: UW vs. WSU

MARTIN STADIUM, PULLMAN, WA

The hottest rivalry in the Evergreen State is returning this November 26th. You can catch the excitement live at Martin Stadium in Pullman, WA!  Contested 113 times since 1900, the annual showdown between the WSU and the UW is one of the most storied rivalries in college football.  And whether you deck yourself in purple and gold or crimson and gray, this is your chance to make sure the best team comes out on top!

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Architect

Aaron Mollick of Studio AM Architects while working with Stuart Silk Architects

DESIGNER Susan Marinello Interiors