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he smell of pumpkin spice is in the air. The leaves are beginning their transformation, brightening nature with their deep hues of red and gold before making their way to the ground for children to play in—and adults to clean up. Life has slowed down a bit, as we breathe in the fresh, cooler air, reflecting on the beauty of the season.

The days continue to grow shorter, and our hearts begin to prepare for the holiday season, when we can once again gather with our loved ones and reminisce of the many blessings we’ve experienced during the course of the year.

It’s time to bundle up and breathe in a big sigh of relief, as you’ve made it through three quarters of the year!

In our October issue of 253 Lifestyle Magazine, you’ll explore some wonderful stories sure to brighten these cloudier, darker days. From our feature article, highlighting United Way and its immense impact on the local communities it serves—including Pierce County, to our Arts article exploring Symphony Tacoma, and our Tacoma Focus shedding light on Tacoma’s South End, there’s so much to appreciate here at home. In addition, our Travel article will take readers on a wine journey, while our recipe is perfect for savoring the flavors of the fall season. And it’s time to get baking, as our Trending article walks you through how to become a star baker for those novices in the kitchen.

We hope you can take the time to sit back with your favorite blanket, warm drink in hand, and enjoy what 253 Lifestyle Magazine has in store for you this month.

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FALL DECORATING DRAMA FOR 2021: KEEP IT LIGHT AND SIMPLE

A BEGINNER’S BAKING GUIDE: WHERE TO START TO FIND SUCCESS AS A BRANDNEW BAKER

SAGE INTERIORS: IT’S TIME TO LOVE YOUR HOME

TRAVEL AND TASTE: A FOOD AND WINE WEEKEND IN CHARMING WOODINVILLE, WASHINGTON

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HE ALT H & LIF E S TY L E

A Beginner’s Baking Guide: Where to start to find success as a brand-new baker

Bill Johnson of the Johnson Candy Co.: Carrying on his family's nearly 100-year legacy of candy making

The latest tips and trends about living a healthy, active life

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The Evolution of South End, Tacoma: Making noise in South Tacoma Way

Symphony Tacoma Celebrates its Diamond Anniversary: 75 years of ‘building community through music’

Sage Interiors: It’s time to love your home

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Fall Decorating Drama for 2021 KEEP IT LIGHT AND SIMPLE

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s the light turns golden outdoors and the leaves follow, it is the time of year to begin to look inward into our homes and prepare for comfort during the cooler months ahead.

Fall decorating has taken on a new twist to coordinate with the grey, white and softer home colors of today. Ditch the classic pumpkin colors of heavy oranges, browns and reds for fall, and opt for a lighter variation of the theme this year.

Floral arrangements that include grasses from your yard that are starting to seed and dry mixed with larger seed pods and protea (found online from Hawaiian online sources or at Washington Floral in Tacoma) will last indoors for many months and add rich natural texture and color to your decorating theme. Adding herbs from the garden such as large sage leaves, chive, parsley and dill will enhance the aroma and also add color.

Floral arrangements can be made in large ceramic urns with tree branches for extra height on fireplace hearths, kitchen tables or foyer tables. Drying hydrangeas are also nice to add, bringing in soft color to the mix.

I like to stuff a pomegranate or two into my arrangements for color (wire them in on a stick), and let them dry in the arrangement until Christmas when I change themes.

Fall front door wreaths don’t have to be laden with Halloween trinkets. Go for a more sophisticated fall look with a wreath brimming with natural elements from outdoors such as thistle, seed pods, grasses and dried flowers. You can buy them finished online or make your own with a grapevine wreath base, wire and a glue gun. Add a velvet or textured ribbon at the top of the piece to hang your wreath. Brass wreath hangers lay on the top of your door and are also a nice addition, alleviating the need for a nail in your door.

Light up any room with a glass baby with tea light (always best in groups of three or more), or use battery-operated candles on timers that turn on at dusk (average run time is four hours) and turn themselves off. Battery-operated candles are terrific for hard-to-reach places like the top of a cabinet, foyers and hallways that are not often traveled, and lighting for shelves that cannot handle the heat of a regular candle. Avoid any fluorescent or LED blue light bulbs in your home’s light fixtures or lamps in the winter. Warming up your lighting to look like warm candlelight is the name of the game.

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Outdoor lighting is important to expand the view from your home at night. Replace any burned-out exterior landscaping bulbs and clean solar lights to prepare for winter. String Edison bulbs or white Christmas lights in your trees for extra outdoor lighting. Batteryoperated candles are also terrific in lanterns by your front door or outdoor seating areas. Make sure they are covered or brought inside when the rain starts.

Bring in a chunky knit throw for your sofa in neutral colors to add warmth, texture and style to any room. Faux fur throw blankets are still on trend but in lighter colors this year (ditch the orange and black cheetah print) and go for snow leopard, white fox or faux shearling.

Bundle up and enjoy the season!

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t’s autumn, and for many, enjoying a cozy pastime helps ease the transition to cooler, shorter days.

Aside from the comforting treats that come as a result, baking can be a comforting form of both mental and physical therapy. The concentration required to follow a recipe and carefully measure ingredients, mixed with the creativity that comes with a chance to experiment with flavors, makes baking a unique activity that is often considered more than just a hobby.

If you’re new to the realm of baking, there are a few steps you can take to find success as a beginning baker.

Once you have a few key elements down, including starting with the right tools and techniques, you’ll feel like an expert in no time!

Where to Start: Baking Equipment Set yourself up for success with quality baking tools.

The right equipment will make your road to becoming a seasoned baker much sweeter, as quality bakeware makes for easier cleanups and more evenly cooked results.

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Becoming a skilled, comfortable baker doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time, and practicing is key. plus save you from cleaning up a sticky mess later. There are nonstick options for just about every piece of baking equipment, from muffin tins to cake pans, so if you’re watching your budget, start by investing in the pieces you’ll use most often.

Make sure your measuring tools are in order, including measuring cups, a set of teaspoons and tablespoons, and a quality liquid measuring cup. A set of dependable, accurate, easy-to-use measuring tools comes in handy not just for baking but for recipes of all kinds.

Some experts advocate for additional ingredient upgrades like swapping table salt for sea salt to produce a more complex flavor profile, or using browned butter for more tender, flaky results.

Choose the upgrades that are best for your specific recipe, baking interests and budget.

Take your recipe with you when shopping for ingredients, so you’ll know exactly how much you need.

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While your remaining baking equipment will depend on your needs, tastes and budget, many experts advocate for an investment in a standing mixer. Compared to a handheld beater, standing mixers ensure an easy, even blend of your ingredients. It helps you expend less energy and save time, with the ability to multitask while your ingredients mix away. A KitchenAid isn’t required—there are plenty of budget-friendly options that produce similar results.

When your equipment is purchased and your ingredients ready, it’s time to begin. Set the stage by placing all ingredients on the counter and thoroughly reading your recipe for key details.

Use High-Quality Ingredients

Look for the phrase “room temperature”—you won’t want to ignore that instruction. Temperature is a more critical component producing your desired outcome than you may expect. Room temperature supports a proper emulsion, which promotes an ideal texture in the finished product. Allow any refrigerated ingredients listed that are called to be room temperature to sit out on the counter for some time before you begin.

Investing in high-quality ingredients where you can will yield a noticeable difference in taste. For example, there’s a difference between pure vanilla extract and artificial vanilla extract—the real deal will produce a stronger, more authentic flavor.

As much as you can, look for high-quality ingredients to produce the best results. Pure extracts and real spices might be pricier, but a little bit goes a long way, and the results are guaranteed to be noticed.

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Read the recipe to completion before you pour or mix anything.

You’ll have a better idea of timing, measurements and techniques needed to complete the recipe.

If your recipe requires any ingredients to be “warmed,” be careful to keep that ingredient warm—not hot. Mixing in hot ingredients will often wreak havoc on the quality of the result and the chemical

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When you’re ready to start mixing ingredients, follow the recipe in order. As tempting as it may be to get creative and experiment, most recipes are trusted for a reason. As you further develop your baking skills, you’ll have the experience and knowledge base to successfully experiment in the future.

Take Time to Enjoy the Process Like any skill, art or hobby, baking takes time to learn. Don’t rush—allow yourself to be patient and learn from your mistakes.

During those first few recipes, give yourself plenty of time and grace.

If you’re brand new to baking, you can save yourself a bit of stress by starting with a simple recipe. Chocolate chip cookies, brownies and muffins are all straightforward and give beginning bakers a great starting foundation. Take time to enjoy the taste tests along the way!

Becoming a skilled, comfortable baker doesn’t happen overnight.

It takes time, and practicing is key. You can keep baking practice varied and fun, both by trying new recipes and perfecting familiar classics.

Start simple, and start today—as we head into the holiday season, you'll be ready to contribute fresh, expertly baked treats to your family gatherings and festive events. After all, one of the best, most rewarding aspects of developing your baking skills is sharing them! All you have to do now is choose that first recipe and begin.

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Tacoma Focus T HE E VOLU T ION OF SOUTH END, TACOMA

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or most of us, opening up to events this last summer came as a surprise. While we all scrambled to our closets to see if any of our real clothes still fit, South End in Tacoma was already gearing up for some major events. For years now, local developers, businesses and event curators have been eyeing the vacant buildings in South End. Over the pandemic, those buildings, eclectic restaurants, bars and streets were developed and primed for success, with the only thing missing being the people.

That’s when Reggae on the Way stepped in. This last August bands such as J Boog and Dirty Heads attracted 4,000 ticket-holders to South Tacoma Way. With a rocking lineup of known and new bands, the event was a muchneeded release of pent-up fun. A kind of fun that South End will soon be known for.

South Tacoma Way has been long known for gems such as the Asia Pacific Cultural Center and Stonegate Pizza.

Stonegate Pizza, now The Main Ingredient Pizza, was known for its hosting of various veteran bands. The APCC has always been treasured for its presentation of cultural dance, as well as for its longtime efforts to bridge communities through art, culture, business and education.

More recently, South Tacoma Way has also become known for its eclectic restaurants, such as the Church Cantina, which holds various smaller events throughout the week served alongside a delicious rotating menu. In addition, Grit City Events recently bought the old bank on the corner of 56th and South Tacoma Way and plans to utilize it as a venue for local events. The Realm is also newly located here and generally hosts weddings.

Reggae on the Way has since become a prophetic foretelling of bigger and larger events along South Tacoma Way. South End is soon to be home to four event spaces within four blocks: The Plaid Pig, Edison Square, Real Art and the Airport Tavern—which makes South Tacoma Way

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This kind of activity is nothing new for South End, which has a rich history that not even many residents know. Before I-5 was built, and before the renovation of downtown Tacoma in the ‘90s, South Tacoma Way was a hub of activity. South Tacoma Way has some of the oldest buildings in Tacoma, which sprung up around the railroad center. The street was once alive with commerce that serviced the railroad laborers and their families, as well as the railroad itself.

However, by the late ‘80s, Tacoma was burdened by large factories, accelerated growth and pollution. Tacoma was experiencing growing pains. The last generation of Tacomians will remember our efforts to clean the waterways and pass legislation meant to bring about local health, wealth and growth. South End, however, could no longer rely on the railroad to support local traffic. It saw its business and commerce move to the newly renovated downtown.

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Until now. Once again, Tacoma is coming together to do something new. The Miller Family, Alan, Rondi, Issac, Austin and Taylar, who own Theory Real Estate and now Edison Square, see the opening of their event space as a neighborhood effort. So willing are they to engage with their neighbors that they opened the doors of Edison Square to the attendees of Reggae on the Way—even though Edison Square wasn’t quite ready for business. Just days before the event, they thought they might utilize the space to pass out water. They got a DJ too, just for fun. Before they knew it, they had hundreds of thirsty concert-goers streaming in to get some free water, and use the restrooms.

“We really just wanted to welcome people to this part of town; let them see what South End is all about,” says Rondi. “We’re definitely not the first ones here, and we aren’t interested in growth without collaboration,” says Alan. As they open up Edison Square, they share in the general spirit of the community, in that they are interested in seeing everyone thrive. They aren’t displacing anyone. They simply want to build within the natural opportunity that South End already has to offer. To participate in its hospitality and to collaborate with the mutual growth of their neighbors. The people at Edison Square are looking to give and thrive with neighbors who also have a heart for the character and health of South End. It’s thanks to neighbors like Dan Rankin, who runs Danno Presents, that we’re seeing so much growth in the South End. Not only is he the

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mastermind behind Reggae on the Way, and the previous general manager of Jazzbones, but he is the current owner of the Airport Tavern. Once finished, the Airport Tavern will host concerts and musical events for up to 600 people.

It’s neighbors like the Plaid Pig, everyone’s favorite dive bar and live music lounge. It’s neighbors like the Church Cantina, or the Asia Pacific Cultural Center. There are the owners of Real Art, a venue that is capable of hosting up to 300 people. There’s Grit City Events that is creating The Space. There’s still more, but honestly, it’s hard to keep up with all that’s going on!

South End is brimming with new life, and it’s about time!

Thanks to people like these, thanks to us who live here, South End is “breathing new energy into what was once a thriving business center,” as Alan and Rondi say. As the coming months fade into winter, it’s places like these that give us a warm place to engage in everything that our city has to offer. From art to local musical talent, from weddings to one-of-a-kind food, it’s time to make some noise in the South End.

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he Johnson family has deep roots in Tacoma. William "Bill" Johnson is a thirdgeneration candy maker at the iconic Johnson Candy Co., the family’s business.

His wife, Mariclair, is an elementary school teacher in the city. They are raising two boys, ages 7 and 10, who will have the opportunity to continue the family legacy in this iconic business.

The Johnson Candy Co. started in 1925 when Bill’s grandfather Russell Johnson began working in his parents’ business, the Olympic Dairy—a creamery, ice cream shop and finally a confectionery. With a love for candy, he began selling handcrafted chocolates he made using vintage molds. Russell and his wife Irene purchased the business from his parents in 1927 and ran it as a lunch counter where he also sold his candy. In a stroke of luck, he purchased recipes from an old candy maker which have stood the test of time. Many are still used today.

Popular local architect Silas Nelson designed the building on what is now known as Martin Luther King Jr. Way, and the company moved in in 1949.

It is in the Hilltop District, one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Tacoma. This historic building has a bright neon light sitting atop the roof and draws people in to enjoy the delectable treats within.

Bill makes the candy and runs the business now, and his dad, Ron, is still active in the family business.

The candy has always been made by hand—and it is still that way today. The open-face caramels are one of the top sellers. It is easy to see why as they truly are an artisan work of culinary art. Caramel is a notorious medium to work with as the temperature must be just perfect; a few degrees too cool and it is a syrupy mess; too hot and it becomes a hard chew.

Throw in Tacoma’s rainy weather, which affects candy making, and you can begin to appreciate the craftsmanship. The company’s caramel is soft and chewy, made with real butter and not too sweet. It is combined with roasted almonds and then hand dipped in either milk or dark chocolate. Whether you purchase at the store or online, the candy will be fresh, and that really does make a difference.

Q. What is it like to work in a family business, especially with your father still dropping in to work most days?

Hilltop District of Tacoma and the exciting updates with the Tacoma Link Rail Expansion running right past your door?

A. I enjoy being able to carry on this legacy. My grandfather started this business, passed it on to my dad, and now I get to share in that. We are genuinely a small business. Family is very important to me, and the opportunity to work with my parents has been something I have really cherished. I have memories of melting ice mints with my dad when I was a young boy, and everything I know about candy making I learned working alongside him. Since COVID has begun, my father has been working from home, but he is still involved in daily operations.

A. I love being a part of the Hilltop neighborhood.

We have been here for almost 100 years and don’t plan on going anywhere else. We love the passion people have for the neighborhood. Hilltop has a wonderful history and a great sense of community. The Link Rail has been an exciting development. We hope the neighborhood can grow and honor the people here and its history.

Q. Your candy is seriously good (I sampled as part of my "research”). What is the secret to such a great product? What is your favorite?

What is the most popular?

A. Nobody relies more on their customer base than a small business. When you wait on our customers you quickly learn many of them have been coming here since they were children. It often feels like the candy store is as important to those multi-generational families as it is to ours. I feel like our loyal customers are almost an extension of our family. I am incredibly thankful for their support.

A. I use the same 100-plus-year-old recipes my grandfather used when he started this business.

We truly are a small business, and we genuinely care about everything we make, and we hand make most of our candies onsite. My favorite is the dark mint truffle. Our most popular is probably our sea salt caramel, but people also love our open-faced caramels, nut clusters, and our hand-dipped ice cream bars. Our gluten-free and vegan options have been very popular as well.

Q. Can you share with our readers about your company's commitment to staying in the

Q. The Johnson Candy Co. has a loyal local base of customers. Can you share what that support means to you as a small business owner.

Q. Do you or the company do any community volunteer work or support local nonprofits?

A. The store donates to small charities and nonprofits like the Hilltop Action Coalition, local food banks and shelters. I am also a PTA member at my sons’ schools.

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reams of a professional orchestra for Tacoma—one which both serves its community and puts the city on the artistic map—date back to the 1890s. Early civic boosters knew that before Tacoma could truly become the City of Destiny, musical achievement at the highest level was a necessary part of the landscape.

Several early efforts to sustain an orchestra in Tacoma ultimately failed, in spite of ample musical talent and appreciative audiences.

It was not until December of 1946 that a performance of Handel’s Messiah at the College of Puget Sound (CPS) would establish an ensemble which would grow and change with our city for the next 75 years, ultimately becoming the orchestra known today as Symphony Tacoma.

That first concert was led by conductor Raymond Vaught, professor of violin at CPS. The school’s music department invited “all people in the community with any instrumental talent” to consider joining the orchestra. Over the next decade, the orchestra presented three concerts per year, with College of Puget Sound students performing alongside community members.

In 1959, violinist and conductor Ed Seferian joined the faculty of the University of Puget Sound and took the reins of the UPSTacoma Symphony. Seferian was adamant about two points: Concerts would have free admission, and the orchestra would regularly feature internationally renowned artists as soloists. This unique combination would set the Tacoma Symphony apart from its peer community orchestras around the nation.

Throughout the 1960s, the orchestra performed in a variety of community venues, from churches and school auditoriums to the large stage of the Temple Theatre. It was there, in the spring of 1971, that the ensemble performed for the last time as the UPS-Tacoma Symphony. By the next season, the name was officially changed to

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Tacoma Symphony Orchestra. During the 1977-78 season, thanks to the collective efforts of the Tacoma Musicians Union (Local 117, American Federation of Musicians), orchestra members were paid for the first time.

In 1983, the renovated Pantages Theater opened, becoming the new home for the Tacoma Symphony.

By the late 1980s, free admission was no longer possible, but Seferian had successfully overseen the orchestra’s transition to a professional ensemble with widespread community support and a stunning historic theater to call home. In March of 1994, Seferian conducted the orchestra for the last time, stepping down after 35 years.

On September 30, 1994, Harvey Felder took the podium as the new conductor of the Tacoma Symphony, a position he would hold for 20 years. Maestro Felder brought to Tacoma a professionalism, charm, and compelling artistic vision that continued to raise the profile of the orchestra. His mission was to create a “Tacoma Symphony sound,” one defined by artistic vitality and rhythmic precision.

Felder, passionate about youth education, greatly expanded the Symphony’s Youth Concert program.

He also oversaw the development of the Tacoma Symphony Chorus (now Symphony Tacoma Voices) and expanded the number of concert offerings each year. Upon his departure in 2014, Felder was given the title of conductor laureate.

In 2014, Symphony Tacoma welcomed music director Sarah Ioannides, whom the Los Angeles Times called “one of six female conductors breaking the glass podium.” Building on the work of her predecessors, Ioannides has continued to expand the orchestra’s education programs. She has also championed new works, often through collaborative projects with other artistic organizations in the Tacoma community.

As Ioannides begins her eighth season as music director, the orchestra’s core season includes six main-series classical concerts, holiday choral pops, an annual performance of Handel’s Messiah and a spring choral concert. With a stated mission of “building community through music,” Symphony Tacoma celebrates this Diamond Anniversary Season and looks forward to many more years of sharing music with the people of Tacoma.

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Health O U R G U I D E TO S K I N T I G H T E N I N G Combining laser treatments, injectables and skin care

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he newest kid on the block isn’t really a new kid, but it is the actual cosmetic approach which is the newly crowned king of all cosmetic procedures—the “combination treatment.”

This is where the combined effects of more than one treatment are harnessed to maximize treatment outcomes and benefits. At Gig Harbor Aesthetics, we prefer and perform combination treatments to achieve optimal results. Combination therapy is not only more efficient in terms of time, but more often than not, the combination naturally allows for better results compared to each stand-alone treatment. The combination of injectables, lasers and skin care has a synergistic effect, boosting one another for remarkable results.

The idea behind combining modalities is simple, as we just mentioned, but the bottom line is that it leads to more effective clinical results and increased patient satisfaction. Why let your treatments stand alone when your treatments can stand together and give you more efficacy and better results?

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As we age, we lose volume in our skin and tissue, our texture changes due to past sun damage, and our overall skin tone dulls while our elastin and collagen diminish. These important structures serve as scaffolds, and the decline of volume leads to our face sagging and drooping, creating deep folds and lines. Facial aging typically starts in our 20s and 30s with the loss of essential volume, and the effects of past sun damage will appear as brown spots, facial vessels and textural changes. Simply put, aging isn’t just a one-dimensional effect, so our approach isn’t a one-way path. It’s a plan that includes different techniques to create balance, brightness, skin tightening and improved skin health.

Botox, Laser Treatments and Skin Care We take a synergistic approach to create a combined plan to reverse damage, smooth out texture and tighten skin. Sure, it’s great to be on a progressive home-care routine, but when you combine that with inoffice treatments, you are getting optimal results with your skin health.

Some of the most popular treatments to slow down the effects of aging are injectables, Radio Frequency Microneedling and Broad Band Light.

Botox/Dysport and Dermal Fillers Botox and Dysport is a type of a neuromodulator that has received FDA approval for cosmetic treatments to reduce wrinkles. Dermal fillers are used to restore volume loss and support the skin to maintain its texture, volume and suppleness.

Laser Treatments Radio Frequency Microneedling and BBL are incredibly effective at smoothing out texture, tightening the skin and improving overall skin tone and radiance. Through the use of these modalities, you will notice a visible improvement in the overall health of your skin.

Skin Care Being on proper skin care for your particular skin is one of the most important parts of maintaining beautiful skin as well as correcting past damage. Our experts will guide you on what to use to achieve your skin goals.

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Health GINGER

The benefits of this true superfood

BY JENNIFER MILLER

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ith fall officially here, there is more on the horizon than college football and changing leaves. Germs.

I don’t need to remind you all the yuckies our kids bring home from school and sports. We all do our best to keep them at bay. I am a big believer in all the vitamins and supplements, drinking all the water, and doing my best to get a decent amount of sleep. Like many of you, as a busy parent, I don't have time to get sick, so I’ll do whatever I can to up my immune system. I’ve been so lucky to work in an office that supplies me with daily ginger shots. The benefits of this spicy little root are many, and I won’t let a day go by now without a shot of ginger.

Ginger is a flowering plant that originated in Southeast Asia. It belongs to the Zingiberaceae family, which is closely related to turmeric and cardamom. While its flowers are a beautiful yellow leafy assortment, it’s the root that is most commonly used. Ginger comes in many forms, the most popular being fresh, dried, powdered or, my personal favorite, juiced. With a lightly spicy and unique taste and smell from its most important bioactive component, gingerol, it’s a popular spice as well as medicinal. Ginger has a long and deep history in traditional and alternative medicine. Its medicinal usage dates all the way back to more than 2,000 years ago in ancient China. Now its many benefits are backed by science.

Most commonly, ginger is used for all things stomach related. It is highly effective in reducing the effects of nausea and vomiting. Most commonly it is prescribed to pregnant women as a safe cure or curb for morning sickness, and is also a favorite among travelers for motion sickness. Even just holding ginger oil up to my nose during a bout of car sickness works wonders. Ginger is also prescribed to chemotherapy patients to help reduce its side effects. It’s also found to help ease the pain of menstrual cycles due to its anti-inflammatory properties.

Those anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties are the key components in ginger's immune-boosting properties. Ginger has been shown to help ward off germs (due to having antibacterial and antiviral properties), and stop the growth of E. coli and viruses like RSV. Adding ginger to your diet, or any other anti-inflammatory food or drink, can help enhance your immune system. Adding in other key ingredients like lemon or honey can also help boost immune response.

My favorite way to get my daily dose of ginger is through a custom ginger shot, which are usually available at most local health stores. I also love to make ginger tea, especially during the chilly fall and winter months.

Using grated or powdered ginger, I simply add hot water to honey, half of a fresh squeezed lemon, and a little turmeric on top for added benefits and flavor. Stir it all up for a warm drink on these fall days.

Your food choices can help speed up both the refueling and repair processes. Those anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties are the key components in ginger's immune-boosting properties.

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icole and Nigel Wakley have made it a lifestyle to live, breathe and work with sustainability in mind. After starting their family (they have two beautiful boys), the Wakleys moved from Hong Kong to a rustic farm in Australia, which allowed them the opportunity to homeschool their boys in an environment that gave their minds space for growth. “We lived among acres of rainforest and cleared farmland with sheep, chickens, cows, and a home designed to collect rainwater,” shares Nicole. “We lived off of the land. As a family, we learned what sustainability and eco-conscious living were all about—we even planted 80 trees on the farm together.”

In 2014, the family was drawn to relocate to the Pacific Northwest, as “the area held a mindset of eco-consciousness and a frequency that aligned with ours,” Nicole states.

The family has called the South Sound home ever since. And just two years after making their way to the PNW, they would create a business inspired

by Nicole’s longing to have a small storefront, where she could share her passion for detail and nostalgia through helping others through furniture and design.

“I was blessed to travel the world with my pilot husband, flying alongside him in the cockpit and following his adventures worldwide,” she recalls.

“Through our travels, I met skilled artisans and craftsmen who made solid furniture in stunning designs with their own hands. I knew that people

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needed pieces like these in their homes— pieces that told their own sustainable story, were made by hand with love, and offered timeless beauty and design to last a lifetime— and so my passion grew into this business.”

Sage Interiors, located in the heart of Tacoma’s Historic Brewery District, first planted roots in the beautiful Pacific Northwest as TREE Eco Home Furnishings in 2016, with the owners Nicole and husband Nigel making the decision to rebrand the company as Sage Interiors in May of 2021. Offering award-winning home furnishing and décor, with the rebrand has come the addition of honing their interior design services for their clients through their signature service—Home Style + Design Services. “Not only can clients come in and shop, but they can seamlessly work with our design team to create an entire home design specific to their custom needs and unique style,” shares Nicole.

The talented team of interior designers help clients to create a customized design, from rugs to tables, to color suggestions, to room layouts.

“Our design services are not only unique to Sage, but the passion and care each one of our team members shows toward our clients sets us apart from other companies,” adds Nicole.

The company is one that values the unique and personalized feeling of home with exceptional, luxurious and sustainable furniture and décor.

From the mindfully made dining tables and chairs, award-winning sofas and solid-wood beds to on-trend desks, vintage rugs, plush throws and more, the Sage team is committed to curating pieces that are mindfully sourced and carefully crafted.

The retail store and interior design services are complemented by Sage Interiors’ exceptional white-glove delivery service, where the pieces are delivered directly into the client’s home.

They even offer a service in which their delivery team can remove unwanted furniture from the client’s home and deliver it directly to Northwest Furniture Bank, which is located just down the street from Sage Interiors! “We have been able to donate hundreds of loveable pieces over the years and are very proud to offer that service to clients and our community,” smiles Nicole.

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Feature STANDING TOGETHER WITH ITS

COMMUNITY UNITED WAY COLLABORATES TO BRING CHANGE

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nited Way has a mission to improve lives. They do this by seeking out the un-touched or un-talked about problems, using hands-on experience and research-backed initiatives to solve them. While United Way is a global nonprofit that functions all over the world, this doesn’t stop them from being involved personally within their separate communities.

United Way believes that “to live better we must live United.” Which means that they don’t shy from working with their neighbors to address common issues, to ensure the health, education and financial stability for everyone.

United Way’s worldwide mission is to “improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities around the world to advance the common good.” They do this by providing access to basic needs, such as food, shelter and financial stability. United Way also seeks to tackle transportation needs that inhibit access to those basic needs. Those resources additionally provide for health care and address domestic violence. The reach and scope of United Way as an international nonprofit is huge, but the focus is small. Funds and resources donated to a local United Way are distributed locally—to local organizations and local people. It’s no wonder then that the United Way in Northern Idaho and Pierce County have individual local relationships, initiatives and partnerships.

“Most people know United Way as a global organization. What most people don’t realize is that we are a network of smaller nonprofits,” says Mark Tucker, the executive director of United Way of North Idaho. This is especially important, because this means that United Way is operating according to local needs heard from local people and organizations. There are larger consistent

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methods that United Way in the Pacific Northwest uses as a whole to assess smaller community needs, such as ALICE. ALICE refers to the people within any community that are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, and Employed.

ALICE works as a snapshot that allows each individual United Way to assess its community needs and address systemic issues that contribute to any shortages.

“The great thing about a local structure with local volunteers is that we are able to identify and focus on our community’s greatest needs,” says Mark. The staff at this locality is relatively small, but their capacity for impact is increased through their partnerships. Through the ALICE system as reference, United Way in North Idaho has sought an understanding of their unique community needs. This is the first step in any United Way venture and is especially true in the counties of North Idaho. According to ALICE, 41 percent of these communities are struggling to make ends meet. Through their local partnerships, they seek real solutions. Using both ALICE and local connections, North Idaho has been able to identify their community's greatest unmet need and proactively tends to that need through working across sectors. Because their partnerships with local agencies and providers have brought about a greater understanding of how to approach the issue, United Way in North Idaho is in a unique position.

Not only are they able to provide research, but they are also able to step in with funding.

Right now, North Idaho has identified childcare as a large unmet community need. Since childcare is the most expensive item in the budget for a family, it often is the barrier to getting parents back to work or working within the job

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that they prefer. “As we dug deeper into the issue, we realized that childcare workers are suffering themselves. Since teacher pay is so low, turnover is high, and lowering pay is not an option. With real estate having gone up dramatically, relocating for expansion is out of the question,” says Mark. What’s more, providing childcare benefits the community as a whole. Quality childcare prepares children for school readiness, which means that kindergartners are less likely to fall behind. Children who are not able to keep up in school, that do not receive the support they need, can often become delinquent.

This, in turn, means that schools lose tax revenue.

Loss of revenue, in turn, limits resources.

Even more urgently, providing quality childcare supports businesses. When parents have consistent, affordable childcare, both parents are able to go back to work. Without this drain on their income, they are able to use more of their income to prepare for their future, invest in savings and pay off debt. Employers consistently see childcare as the top reason for tardiness or missed work. With the current shift in the economy and workforce, employers are beginning to change the way that they see their employees. In turn, this affects how they do business. With the current scarcity of employees, employers are looking to invest into childcare. Providing childcare in North Idaho helps with recruitment and retention, as well as fills a community need.

To move out of the current childcare crisis, United Way of North Idaho approaches the problem using two strategies: funding and direct service programming. Using the Community Care Fund, United Way funds nonprofits that are already doing phenomenal work in the community. Direct service programming is a straightforward approach to address the crisis, where United Way develops its own services to answer needs where no services may be available. Examples include the Ready!

For Kindergarten, Bank on North Idaho Financial literacy training, and the Family Scholarship

Funds and resources donated to a local United Way are distributed locally—to local organizations and local people.

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program. Of course, United Way also uses collaboration. The Child Care Committee developed through $100,000 in funds from United Way in North Idaho. This committee has developed relationships with childcare providers, municipalities, educators and business leaders. Everyone is working together, focused on ending the childcare crisis.

United Way in Pierce County just celebrated 100 hundred years of local service in their area. They are as historically a presence in the community as much as the theatres, train station and harbors. Celebrations have commenced throughout this last year, beginning with a food drive and birthday party in May. The ending celebrations finished on September 21 with a free virtual rally. The centennial celebration was part of an $8 million centennial campaign series. Amanda Westbrook of the CityLine talk show hosted the celebrations in style, bringing participants back through the rich history of United Way and culminating in a look at what’s in store for the future. Participants were treated to a first look at the Centennial video, as well as given an opportunity to learn trivia and win prizes. The spotlight has been on United Way in Pierce County as they continue to rejoice in their centennial year, but their everyday work in the community has not ceased.

United Way’s long varied history in Pierce County began in 1921 with the Federation of Social Agencies. Partners in this building included local churches, the Red Cross and Tacoma Community Housing. Fundraising for 28 local charities and social agencies continued throughout the years. In 1951, $318,000 was raised and distributed, with close to $2,500 awarded to the Girl Scouts. In 1956, United Way’s fundraisers reached $1 million for the first time. In 1976, $2 million was reached for the first time, with $238,000 donated to its longtime partner The Red Cross. 1984 saw $4 million raised. In 1994, they broke $7 million. In 2000, Joanne Bamford introduced early learning as a community focus. In 2003, ABCD was established, which provided dental services for low-income communities. For several years after this, United Way established itself as an advocate for early learning, with $5 million raised specifically for this. In 2013, 70 percent of United Way resources were allotted for prevention, such as early learning.

They were able to fund prevention while still addressing present needs such as food, shelter and clothing. In 2016, two Centers for Strong Families were established. The centers continued to raise funds for services to families throughout the next few years, with

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In 2019, the Center for Strong Families eventually established Resilient Pierce County, which focuses on Franklin Pierce and East Tacoma communities.

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over the pandemic. That means every one in five families are struggling to make ends meet. United Way has done a lot in Pierce County over its 100-year-long residence, but recent research has shown that Pierce County is struggling with a unique shortage of employment combined with a decrease in housing. Everything United Way is doing in Pierce County is focused on addressing this problem. United Way in Pierce County has a goal of ending poverty for 15,000 families by 2028. They will continue to do this by partnering with local organizations and nonprofits that provide for community needs, in the hopes that, together, the community can break down barriers toward self-sufficiency.

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021 marks the 16th year of the Tacoma Film Festival, with this year’s event featuring screenings in the Grand Cinema as well as making some of the festival programming available to stream online.

According to David Dinnell, festival director, “The Tacoma Film Festival began and continues to this day as a project of the Grand Cinema, and the weeklong festival allows us to celebrate independent film and give our audiences an opportunity to see some of the most recent and best short films, documentaries, animation and narrative features from all over the world.”

He adds that another focus of the festival is to celebrate filmmaking right here in the Pacific Northwest, with the festival screening films by many up-and-coming filmmakers from this region.

“The festival has a team of people, all drawn from the staff of the Grand Cinema, along with many volunteers, who watch many films for the better part of the year that come through an open call, and additionally seek out some films that audiences here would otherwise not have a chance to see.”

This year’s event will show more than 150 films at Tacoma’s Grand Cinema, 22 of those feature length. From comedies to drama to documentaries “exploring serious themes in very creative ways,” to animation, a music video program, ‘late-night cult weirdness’ and more, there really is something for just about everyone.

The morning of Saturday, October 9, there are two programs specifically for children and their families: short fiction and animated films presented by The New York International Children’s Film Festival, one a Spanish-language only program (this is the first year the festival is presenting this). All other films and programs in the festival are better suited for high school age and older.

“It's a really enjoyable week, and a great way to come together with people to celebrate the art of film,” shares David.

Visit TacomaFilmFestival.com for additional details and to purchase tickets. Students will be allowed to attend for free this year thanks to the festival's partnership with Tacoma Creates. For those unable to attend this year’s festival but would like to make a donation, donations can be made online as well by hovering over the "About Tab" and clicking "Support."

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Join The Zoo Society on Saturday, October 16, for Cocktails with the Curators Happy Hour. Enjoy seeing animals, savoring sips and tastes from local partners, and interacting with special guests. Proceeds from this event will support the zoo and the Dr. Holly Reed Wildlife Conservation Fund. Cost to attend is $75 and includes a champagne greeting, animal encounters, signature cocktail, variety of drinks and appetizers from local partners, meet and greet with the Red Wolf Keepers, and a special swag bag.

There will also be a silent auction and raffle, and a prize for the best face mask. There are only 75 tickets available, so get yours today! For additional details, visit TheZooSociety.org and click on "Events." For questions, email society@thezoosociety.org.

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All entry fees are non-refundable. All race distances are chip timed, with start time at 8am and the course closing at 4pm. Participants receive a finisher medal and T-shirt. For additional details, to preview the course and register, visit TCMAEvents.com/Defiance-50k.

If you're looking to find the largest holiday show in the West, look no further than the 39th annual Holiday Food & Gift Festival at the Tacoma Dome!

Held over four days, October 21 through 24, the show will feature unique gift ideas, holiday and home décor, handmade arts and crafts, photography, health and body, clothing, specialty foods and more. Enjoy the Santa area, daily cooking demonstrations, entertainment and train setup by TNMRA! Hours of the show are 10am to 8pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and 10am to 6pm Sunday. Tickets are $16.50, and those 13 and younger can attend for free! Visit HolidayGiftShows.com for additional details and to purchase tickets.

* Please note, as of press time, these events were still scheduled to take place as planned. Due to the continuing pandemic, there is the possibility that event schedules may change or events canceled completely. Be sure to visit event websites to stay up to date with current information.

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INGREDIENTS: MAPLE BACON TOPPING 2 tbsp. maple syrup (I like Lakanto brand) 1 tsp. butter 4 strips cooked bacon, cut into bits CREAM CHEESE FROSTING 8 oz. softened cream cheese 4 tbsp. softened butter 3/4 cup Swerve confectioners sweetener 2 tsp. heavy cream 2 tsp. vanilla PUMPKIN BARS 5 eggs 3/4 cup coconut oil, melted 1 cup canned pumpkin puree 3/4 cups Swerve brown sweetener 2 cups almond flour 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. baking powder 2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice 3/4 tsp. Himalayan pink salt

METHOD: MAPLE BACON BITS • In a small skillet over medium heat, add maple syrup and butter.

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CREAM CHEESE FROSTING • In a medium bowl add cream cheese, butter, sweetener, heavy cream and vanilla. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, mix ingredients until fully combined. Set frosting aside.

PUMPKIN BARS • Preheat oven to 350˚F. In a medium bowl, add eggs, coconut oil (coconut oil may be warm but not hot, as you don't want the eggs to scramble by adding the oil), pumpkin and brown sugar. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, combine all the ingredients until smooth. Set aside.

• In another medium bowl, combine almond flour, baking soda, baking powder, pumpkin pie spice and salt. Stir together and make sure you get all the clumps out.

• Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix well with a spatula until fully combined.

• Line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper to prevent the bars from sticking to the pan. Pour the batter into the pan. Bake for 30 minutes. Let cool completely on the counter.

• Spread the frosting evenly over the bars and sprinkle bacon bits over the frosting. Enjoy!

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Travel TRAVEL AND TASTE A FOOD AND WINE WEEKEND IN CHARMING WOODINVILLE, WASHINGTON

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midst the Sammamish River Valley sits the charming town of Woodinville. With over 130 tasting rooms, Woodinville, Washington, is a wine drinker’s heaven. There are four distinct wine districts each with their own vibe. If you want to learn more about wine production, head to the Warehouse District for a behindthe-scenes look. For city lovers, the Downtown District has lots of new tasting rooms, breweries, shopping and restaurants. The West Valley District is situated on the west side of the Sammamish River and has a slower, more relaxed atmosphere with the tasting rooms spread out. The landmark Hollywood School is where the Hollywood District gets its name. For a food and wine weekend, Hollywood is where you want to be with a Conde Nast goldrated resort, destination restaurants and more than 40 tasting rooms within walking distance.

Where to Stay For a high-end super luxurious stay, the Willows Lodge is a gold-rated Conde Nast resort on 5 beautifully landscaped acres within walking distance of the Hollywood District. The private patios overlook the peaceful gardens dominated by old-growth trees. Truly a special place and worth the splurge.

It can be challenging to find lodging in Woodinville, especially during busy fall weekends. Just a 10-minute drive, the Hilton Garden Inn Redmond Town Center is more like a boutique hotel with its modern, upscale décor. It is a great option, and if you don’t feel like driving, there are a variety of transport options on the Woodinville Wine Country website.

Where to Eat So many great choices from charcuterie boards at wineries to multicourse fine dining can all be found in the

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Hollywood District. For fine dining, The Barking Frog elevates the farmto-table experience with creative menu items and gorgeous presentations.

Executive Chef Bobby Moore and team are inspired by fresh, local ingredients and the cultural diversity of the Pacific Northwest. Make sure to try the Penn Cove Mussels in a flavorful curry broth. Divine!

Heritage Restaurant is chef and owner Breanna Beike’s baby. She serves up elevated comfort food moderately priced at this local favorite. Her food is seriously good. Her Citrus Honey-Brined Half Chicken is a work of art. The roast chicken’s crisp, caramel-hued skin is served with in-season vegetables, cheddar whipped potatoes and a rich, red wine-enhanced chicken jus.

Foodie nirvana is a wine bar with great food. The Purple Café & Wine Bar offers an extensive wine list. The wine flights are themed small pours of three different wines; just enough, and you can pair one with each course. The café is known for its Baked Brie, which is a wonder of gooey melted cheese smothered with apricot, caramelized onions and candied walnuts encased in pastry. It is served with fruit and crackers. The dine-in menu has a wide variety of starters that are perfect to share with your table and make a meal out of it. This gives you the opportunity to try a variety of food and wine pairings.

What to Do Frankly, visitors come to Woodinville to drink wine, so that should be the focus of your visit. With 130-plus tasting rooms, it can be overwhelming. Plan to visit one in the morning followed by a great lunch, then visit two in the afternoon.

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next to each other, but it will give you a much less relaxed experience. Also, with COVID-19 protocols, it is not as easy to just drop in and taste. Research prior to your visit and make reservations for the places you want to try to avoid disappointment.

Here are three worth trying. Dusted Valley is a family owned business creating the American Dream. With a dentist in the family, wine-stained teeth have inspired the names of both wines and the Stained Tooth Wine Club Society.

Good wine grows in the vineyards, and Dusted Valley’s sustainable farming practices are creating excellent fruit. The 2018 Stained Tooth Syrah is a standout with its rich purple hue. It is a gorgeous wine of 97 percent Syrah with a 3 percent hint of Viognier.

Lauren Ashton Cellars is in the Apple Farm Village, a darling collection of historic cottages that are nestled in beautiful gardens, which give outdoor space to the tasting rooms. Kit Singh, owner of Lauren Ashton Cellars, is a gifted winemaker who crafts beautifully nuanced wines with his own take on the French style of winemaking. Singh makes both red and white wines, but he produces a greater variety of whites than most Washington winemakers. For those who love white wine, you will have a difficult time choosing your favorite.

A unique wine worth trying is the 2020 Roussanne, as Singh is one of the few in Washington who creates a wine from this complex white grape varietal, which is indigenous to the Rhone Valley of France. Its delicate flavor pairs perfectly with shellfish.

The tasting room for Obelisco Estate is also at the Apple Farm Village. General manager and winemaker Ken Abbott carries on the legacy of his uncle, famed

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winemaker Doug Long, while continuing to work with Aunt Betsy Long. They are known for their big, bold Red Mountain (AVA) reds, and you are going to want to take home a bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon or a red blend to age for a special occasion. Abbott also makes some unique wines such as a Rosé of Cabernet Sauvignon. It is 100 percent juice unlike most Rosés which have water added. The winery staff have dubbed it the “Brose” due to its big fruit flavor while remaining dry. It is the “white wine” for red wine drinkers. Another unusual wine is the Late Harvest Cabernet, which is sweet enough to be a dessert wine. At the end of the harvest season, Abbott and all the staff pick the final grapes of the season for this wine.

Before visiting Woodinville, take the time to visit the Woodinville Wine Country website and view the event calendar. There is usually something going on every weekend. A fun activity is Yoga and Wine at Gard Vintners Woodinville. You’ll take a yoga class which is a mixture of Hatha and Vinyasa followed by a wine tasting flight or glass of wine. On Friday evenings, check the schedule for happy hours with live music at a tasting room. If you feel like getting some outside time, walk the Sammamish River Trail, which, as its name suggests, follows the river.

Insider Tip: If you are new to wine tasting, make your first stop the iconic Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery. This gorgeous chateau hosts multiple tasting rooms and offers a variety of wine experiences and classes which will increase your wine education.

The Specifics Information WoodinvilleWineCountry.com Where to Stay The Willows Lodge - WillowsLodge.com Hilton Garden Inn Redmond Town Center - Hilton.com Where to Eat The Barking Frog - WillowsLodge.com/barking_frog Heritage Restaurant - HeritageWoodinville.com Purple Café & Wine Bar - PurpleCafe.com/woodinville What to Do Yoga and Wine - YogaWineatGard.eventbrite.com Lauren Ashton Cellars - LaurenAshtonCellars.com Obelisco Estate - Obelisco.com Dusted Valley - DustedValley.com

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