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August is one of the best months to discover all the Pacific Northwest has to offer. From concerts and festivals to state fairs, there is a great deal going on. Take the family on weekend road trips or plan to explore things happening in your own backyard. Whether you enjoy hiking, boating, swimming, biking or any other outdoor activity, there is so much to do.

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and, if you enjoy camping, check out local campgrounds to keep the price down. It will also allow you to enjoy the outdoors before the colder months are upon us.

When prioritizing things in life, I am sure we can all agree that making memories with those we love is something at the top of our list. Laundry may pile up and some of our projects and house cleaning may have to be put on the back burner, but in years to come, it is the memories that we make that will remain.

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Contents The Davies Real Estate Team

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Good News

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Essentials

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Financial Focus

Nature Awaits your NEXT move!

BoCo Backpack Program begins its ninth year

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Living Local

Festival at Sandpoint celebrates 36th year

Six ways to revive your home with essential oils

Don't let your investments go on "vacation"

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Life & Community

Fry Healthcare Foundation holds 10th annual

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Festival Season!

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Where Are They Now?

Former Bonners Ferry resident impacting lives

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In Focus

Home is where your family is

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Business Spotlight

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Travel & Leisure

A memorable journey exploring the Grand Canyon

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A Nourishing GIFT BOCO BACKPACK PROGRAM BEGINS ITS NINTH YEAR

BY PATTY HUTCHENS

It is a reality that many children in our community face. Hunger. And when a child goes hungry, it can affect so much of their lives. They have difficulty focusing, are fatigued and have less energy. Ask any teacher and they will likely confirm this for you. Thankfully, in Boundary County, there is a program for school children that ensures they have nourishing foods throughout the three-day weekends.

The BoCo Backpack Program has been a blessing for families in our area who struggle to put food on their tables. Their mission is to send food home with each child in need on the last school day prior to the weekend.

Shirley Anderson volunteered a great deal in Naples Elementary School when her children were younger, and she witnessed firsthand the need in Boundary County. So, when BoCo Backpack Program was established in 2010, she could not pass up the opportunity to be involved and make a difference. And she is not alone.

“We have seven active volunteers and numerous people in support positions,” said Shirley of the people who work diligently throughout the year to benefit those less fortunate.

The program currently serves all three elementary schools, Mount Hall, Valley View and Naples, as well as Boundary County Middle School and the early Head Start program.

“We blanket all the schools the first week of the school year with applications,” said Shirley of how they are able to identify the families in need. They also rely on school staff to recognize those who may benefit.

The food that is sent home each Thursday is all shelf-ready, meaning it is easy to prepare and does not need to be cooked or refrigerated. There are

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small cans of pork and beans, chili and ramen noodles that may need to be heated, but other than that they are ready to eat.

“We also have foods such as cereal, fruit, packages of yogurt and dried fruit,” said Shirley.

This year, in an effort to improve the quality of the food, the cost of each kit is going up from $6 to $7.50.

The BoCo Backpack Program participates in the Bite-To-Go Program through Second Harvest in Spokane, whose goal is to bring community resources together to feed people in need through empowerment, education and partnerships. The Bite-To-Go Program feeds 3,500 kids in the Inland Northwest and provides buying power for programs like BoCo Backpack Program. “They also receive input from the University of Washington on the nutrition of items [for the program],” said Shirley.

One of the incentives for starting the local BoCo Backpack Program was when the school week changed from five to four days. “Many kids are in the free and reduced lunch program that also provides breakfast,” said Shirley. “So, when the school week changed, it went from two to three days that these children were unsupported [nutritionally].”

The backpacks full of food are distributed by different methods depending upon the school. At Naples Elementary, the backpacks are put at the back of the room and the children are given them when they walk out the door.

At Mount Hall, they are distributed by a group of volunteer women.

At Valley View, the backpacks are put in the lockers of the students who are

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in the program. “They are placed in the lockers by members of the leadership group from the high school,” said Shirley. And at Boundary County Middle School, they are placed in the lockers by the middle school’s leadership students. “They have a list of numbers but do not have the names of the students. We try to keep it as discreet as possible,” said Shirley.

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The BoCo Backpack Program runs throughout the school year, filling a need that is desperately needed. During the summer months the school district has a program through a USDA grant that helps feed children, as the BoCo Backpack Program does not have the funds to run their program year round.

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“Food is taken to the pool, and there is also a multi-church Bible School where food is taken to feed all the kids,” said Shirley of the program funded by the USDA grant.

For the 2018-2019 school year, it is estimated that it will cost the BoCo Backpack Program $40,000 to feed all those eligible, which is approximately 150 students, in the school district.

The nonprofit, all-volunteer program is funded from donations from individuals and businesses as well as grants throughout the year. They also hold a few fundraisers to help bring money in. One of those fundraisers is through Boundary Community Hospital.

The group has a Tree of Caring on display during the holidays at Boundary Community Hospital. The tree is filled with ornaments made by local school children. Members of the community can take an ornament in exchange for a donation.

The BoCo Backpack Program volunteers work hard to raise not only funds, but also awareness, throughout the year. They will be at the Boundary County Fair and will also hold an open house in September so people can learn more about their mission and role in the community.

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BoCo Backpacks is sponsored by Trinity Lutheran Church, which provides space for their meetings, a mailbox and insurance. The group also uses the church’s 501(c) (3) status so donations to the program are tax deductible, according to Shirley.

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"How we care for the everyday spaces we live in impacts our well being," said Charlynn Avery, an aromatherapist and educator for Aura Cacia, a company that sources and sells essential oils. "It's all about the power of positive change.

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Banish food odors. Is the smell of the bacon you fried for breakfast still lingering in the kitchen at dinner? Pop a pan of warm water on the stove and add essential oils like cinnamon or citrus and simmer. It's a quick, low-cost way to diffuse oils for instant aromatherapy while getting rid of lingering cooking odors.

Make the most of your open house. Realtors will tell you that bad smells make a bad impression and good smells make a positive impression. It's important to clean your home from top to bottom to neutralize pet odors, your teen's room full of gym clothes and other sources of bad smells.

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Revitalize your carpets. Pets, kids and general foot traffic can do a number on the way your carpets smell, and that odor can permeate the whole room. Add the essential oil of your choice, like bergamot, to a box of new baking soda. Sprinkle it on your carpet, let it sit for 15 minutes or so and vacuum it up. Hint: Pop a cotton ball doused with essential oil into your vacuum bag or filter to spread fresh scent every time you vacuum.

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In a way, this view of a division of labor is similar to how you might look at different investments. In general, you purchase stocks with the hope of achieving the growth necessary to help you meet long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement. On the other hand, when you purchase certain fixedrate investments such as certificates of deposit (CDs) or money market accounts, you know they won't provide as much growth potential but are available to fund a short-term goal— such as a dream vacation.

at a designated age, but you find that you are not currently on track toward meeting these goals, you may need to adjust your investment mix to potentially provide you with a higher return. Be aware, though, that seeking higher return potential will likely mean taking on more risk. You may want to consult with a financial professional to make sure you find a risk/reward ratio suitable for your goals and risk tolerance.

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Some stocks, or investments containing stocks, pay dividends. Instead of taking the dividends, you can choose to reinvest them, purchasing even more shares—and increased share ownership is one key to helping build financial resources for the long term.

Dividend reinvestment is typically automatic, so once you have chosen this option, there's really no extra work on your part. (Keep in mind, though, that companies are not obligated to pay dividends, and they can be reduced or eliminated at any time).

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trip to the Boundary County Fair brought back memories and a chance to sample fair foods again for Boundary Community Hospital Extended Care Facility residents. This trip was made possible through the efforts of the Fry Healthcare Foundation and the generous contributions by the community that purchased the 12-seat wheelchair accessible van for the Extended Care Facility.

In a time-sensitive emergency, every second counts—especially when you need vital information about a patient in the emergency room. Over the past three years, the Fry Healthcare Foundation has purchased telemetric heart monitors with a central station, so nurses can monitor multiple patients from a single screen; new gurneys that show patient weight, which is critical for proper medication calculations; a portable ultrasound machine to see foreign objects or injuries without leaving the emergency room; and a vein visualization

instrument to make it easier for IV starts.

Stuffed teddy bears for children needing comfort during an emergency visit are donated through Fry’s Veryl Lindsay Memorial Fund.

As the population ages, more Boundary County folks need physical therapy. In a small community like ours, sometimes you need to wait to use equipment because we can only afford one expensive machine at a time. The Annual Fry Foundation Golf Tournament in 2017 contributed a second Nu-Step Recumbent Cross Trainer for knee and hip rehabilitation.

Since the Fry Healthcare Education Center was completed in May of 2011, 223 Certified Nursing Assistants have graduated, many finding employment at the Boundary County Hospital and Nursing Home. The Education Center is used for staff development and training, as well as community health education.

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This year the 10th Annual Golf Tournament at Mirror Lake Golf Course on September 7, 2018, will be raising money for new Vital Sign Monitors. Often referred to as a Robonurse, these vital signs units on wheels are used to check blood pressure, temperature, oxygen in the blood and keep tabs on patients in all areas of the Hospital and Nursing Home.

These are just a few examples of how the Foundation has affected our community through its fundraising and memorial donations on behalf of Boundary Community Hospital. A heartfelt thank you to everyone in the community for your continued support of the Fry Healthcare Foundation Board of Directors through the Festival of Hearts in February and the Golf Tournament in September.

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“I think that it is important, especially for students just prior to entering secondary education, to understand that they have to accept some measure of responsibility for their own education,” she said.

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Just look at me go!” When fifth grade teacher Bethany Cavender heard one of her students quietly whisper that to herself, she knew she was making a difference.

Bethany teaches at Naples Elementary School and has had her own classroom for the past two years, but her work in the Boundary County School District has been making a difference for the past 16 years.

“Initially I was a substitute, then became a reading coach, library and media instructor, and a Title 1 paraprofessional at Naples,” said Bethany. “I went back to school in 2013 and earned my teaching certificate.”

As an elementary school teacher, Bethany teaches all subjects. She shares that she enjoys watching students make connections to ideas, skills and information that they didn’t have previously. “That is the most rewarding thing about teaching, hands down,” she said, adding that working with a great group of educators at Naples makes coming to work an uplifting

experience every day.

Anytime a student succeeds is something to be celebrated. “This year, these moments were as varied as a ‘math hating student’ working hard enough to be offered a chance to go into accelerated math at the middle school to a student handling a conflict with an apology and conversation instead of a complete shutdown,” said Bethany.

When she worked as a Title 1 parapro, she worked with small groups and would say, “Just look at you go!” when a student would catch onto a concept and take off.

“I didn’t realize how much I said this until I was working with a little girl who was flying through her math and getting it; under her breath, I heard her saying, ‘Just look at me go!’”

As a role model to her students, Bethany said she wants to convey the message that responsibility plus empathy equals happiness plus success.

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“I think that it is important, especially for students just prior to entering secondary education, to understand that they have to accept some measure of responsibility for their own education,” she said. “It is time for them to stand by their choices and accept the consequences for those choices. If an assignment isn’t turned in on time, who needs to accept the responsibility for that? As a society, we seem to want to shield our children from having consequences or responsibilities, and I think it does far more harm than good.”

Bethany said she always told her own children, and continues to tell her students, that the world is a better place if we can find a way to understand the point of view of people with whom we disagree. “That doesn’t mean we have to back down and change our mind, but it is much easier to have a meaningful resolution if there is understanding first. Empathy also leads to compassion, and the world could always use much more of that!”

Thank you to Bethany for making a difference in the world of students in Boundary County!

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lthough Michelle Fayant left Bonners Ferry in 1980 while still in high school, she said growing up in this tight-knit community set the groundwork for all of her life’s experiences.“So much of the foundation of my life—the obstacles, the triumphs, the support and the resulting strength—all came from life experiences and friendships in Bonners Ferry,” said Michelle.

She shares that learning to grow past her pain and physical and emotional scars she endured as a child, and the support that her childhood friendships provided her, was something she looked back on when she fought to become a world champion in powerlifting.

She competes in three lifts—squat, bench and deadlift—and has won two Masters World championships for the 3 Lifts competitions in raw/classic powerlifting and two Masters World championships for bench only in raw/ classic as an over 50 lifter. Michelle has earned a total of 15 world records and still holds the world records for bench in both the 3 Lift competition and the Single Lift competition.

Now living in Boise, last year Michelle made the decision to transition into her own business and now works as a public speaker, breakthrough coach, author, healer and event promoter. “I am currently working to continue to build that business alongside continuing to compete in powerlifting,” said Michelle, who is the USA Powerlifting Idaho state chair and organizes and promotes powerlifting events in the valley.

Although she just began her career as a public speaker and life coach, Michelle has already presented to Mastermind groups and workshops affiliated with Women Ignite in Boise. She has several more events planned for the near future.

“My target audience is women over 40 facing transition in their lives and who are now struggling to find fulfillment for themselves that is based outside of family and children; motivating women to find that they are enough and can still achieve the things they have dreamed of, becoming their own superhero in the process and finding their brilliance within,” said Michelle.

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raveling the world. It's something many of us dream of doing but only few ever get the chance. And for one Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, mom and her four children, they have taken their world travels to a new level. Amy Hoffman Ford, a woman’s health nurse practitioner and single mom of four, has helped to open her children’s eyes to the world. Not through books, photographs or films, but by immersing them into the cultures themselves.

Over the years, Amy traveled alone to Africa to underdeveloped and untouched areas all over the vast continent to serve women and children in need. These were the only times that she has been separated from her children. Her weeks abroad only added to her passion for the world and its people and helping others. “During the time spent away I started having visions of 'one day' bringing my children along so that they, too, could experience, live and love on others in need like I have. I have always told friends and family, ‘I can't wait until the day I bring the

kids with me!’ Several trips later, it hit me hard and fast. Why on Earth do I need to wait until 'later’? The time is now.”

Amy and her children, Emma, 15, Bennett, (now 14, having celebrated a birthday in Sri Lanka), Hudson, (now 12, having celebrated a birthday in Fiji and Bali) and Mara, 8, set out on this journey in late January on a one-way around-the-world humanitarian journey to volunteer and open their hearts to wherever there was a need. The preparations were endless, with months of planning to prepare for their journey across the world. With four children in three different schools within Kootenai County, the school district showed their support from day one for this “world schooling” adventure the children would soon embark on, all while helping those in need.

Along their journey, which includes 96,269+ kilometers traveled, 28 planes rides and 51 accommodations, they’ve had a variety of hands-on learning experiences, from astrology

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(at an observatory in Australia where they had the opportunity to see stars millions of light years away), culinary (cooking classes and sampling), archeology (digging for fossils, in which Mara found some dated 550 million years old!), history (seeing knights’ armor from 1810 in person and sleeping in a 16th Century Kasbah and getting lost in the twists and turns of the thick mud walls), zoology (rehabbing elephants in Thailand and Africa), herbology and farming (working on a tea plantation), aviation (getting to meet the pilot and sit in the cockpit of each of their flights, and Bennett helped land the plane on one of their international flights), maritime (learning how to read the wind, navigate the ocean and sail), geography, currency, politics and more. And there was, of course, PE daily. There’s nothing like hiking the Great Wall of China with your family to get your heart rate up.

During their five-month volunteering world journey, Amy has watched her children interact with all races, cultures and ages, only walking

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Along this journey, the definition of “home” changed for this family. Some may say home is where the Wi-Fi is or where you hang your hat, but not for Amy and her children. Throughout this journey, they have discovered that home is where your heart is at; home is made up of the people who give you life and make you smile, where welcoming hearts and love live.

“When we were in Cape Town, South Africa, my mom took us to one of the many common townships which she has frequently volunteered at delivering babies in her past journeys,” says Emma. “A township is where the poorest of the poor people live together in a community made up of tin, cardboard and stolen electricity. In the streets, trash is thrown everywhere, kids run around barefoot, even with the hundreds of broken glass bottles on the ground, yet, they were still smiling and happy.

This made me think, why, with the way they live, the things they don’t have, how do they

still smile and love on one another like they won’t see tomorrow? Witnessing this first hand made me realize that you don’t need much in life. That is one of the many things that I have learned while on this world journey.”

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During the closure of the last weeks, as Amy and her children gathered around their nightly family meal, and while tears were shed, not one of them wanted to return. Now, as their journey has come to a close, Amy says this: “I can say that putting myself through graduate school for a double masters, raising four kids on my own since the youngest was in diapers and everything in between … We rocked this! This came from the strength within. I can finally

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f you are looking for a full-service real estate brokerage, look no further than Coldwell Banker North Woods Realty. Serving all of North Idaho for more than a decade, owner and broker C.J. Tuma offers his years of experience to help make buying a home a positive and smooth process.

Coldwell Banker North Woods Realty is a proud sponsor of all Badger activities and sponsors T-ball, baseball, basketball and soccer teams for Parks and Recreation. Through their generous donations they help fund our small town Fourth of July celebrations, put birthdays and anniversaries up on their state-of-the art LED sign for the public to see, as well as your listing when you list with them! They help out local residents in need when there is an emergency or a temporary loss of work. From providing hay for someone or financial, food and clothing assistance in a tragic event, Coldwell Banker North Woods Realty is ready to help. They also put on several free barbecues for the community as a thank you, and every year they provide a free meal on Veterans Day downtown at Mi Pueblo to anyone who shows military ID.

“Our presence in the community is year round, not just during the busy season,” says C.J. “We have a staff large enough to be available seven days a week, 365 days a year if needed. We work on your schedule.”

Last year, Coldwell Banker North Woods Realty agents closed $18 million in successful real estate transactions!

When it comes to what C.J. find most rewarding about the work he does, it is this: “Seeing the look on a client’s face once they realized that it is official, once our brokerage has helped them attain the dream of either purchasing their first home, another investment property or their ‘forever home’ after retiring.”

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“Those are some of our little ways of giving back to so many clients and customers who have entrusted such a big decision to us, Coldwell Banker, a company that has been around for 111 years and plans to be around for another 111 years at least,” says C.J. “Our financial wherewithal allows us the means to give back, which is very important to us.”

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C.J. first discovered Bonners Ferry 20 years ago. “I thought it was as beautiful then as it is now,” he says. “My wife and I decided that this is where we would decide to raise our family. I have traveled to 28 countries around the world and this is where we decided to lay down roots. That says a lot about our area here in North Idaho.”

He attributes the long-time success of Coldwell Banker North Woods Realty first and foremost to the community of Bonners Ferry. “Next would be my family understanding the hours needed to put in to make a dream a reality, and of course my second family—my agents Chris Clark, Denise Winey (who landed in the top three of favorite realtors in Best of Boundary County), Lori Allen, Sam Testa and Steve Holly, and our office manager Kelly Wyatt.”

Their business motto at Coldwell Banker North Woods Realty is simple: We are here because of you. Adds C.J., “I would like to thank the people of Boundary County for voting me your favorite realtor in Boundary County in this year’s Best of Boundary County. I couldn't do it without you all. Thank you again.”

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WHEN IT COMES TO WHAT C.J. FIND MOST REWARDING ABOUT THE WORK HE DOES, IT IS THIS: “SEEING THE LOOK ON A CLIENT’S FACE ONCE THEY REALIZED THAT IT IS OFFICIAL, ONCE OUR BROKERAGE HAS HELPED THEM ATTAIN THE DREAM OF EITHER PURCHASING THEIR FIRST HOME, ANOTHER INVESTMENT PROPERTY OR THEIR ‘FOREVER HOME’ AFTER RETIRING.”

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A Party Not to be Missed Festival at Sandpoint celebrates 36th year

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usic. It has a way of energizing and bringing people together. And there is perhaps no better venue to share that experience than the Festival at Sandpoint, which for nearly four decades has brought people together from all over the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Now in its 36th year, The Festival at Sandpoint is the perfect staycation and has also become a traditional vacation for tourists each August. And it’s time once again to let the party begin!

For many who live in Sandpoint, we know the influx of energy that arrives each year at Festival time. The streets, restaurants, stores and beach are filled, and there is a lot of joy in the air.

But it is not just the fans who benefit from this incredible event; the local economy does as well. In a study conducted by the University of Idaho in 2012, the findings were impressive as to just how the Festival impacts Sandpoint.

“That is the most recent study, so I assume the impact is even greater six years later,” said Festival at Sandpoint’s Executive Director Dyno Wahl. “I am looking to update this study in 2020.”

Some of the statistics from the 2012 study include the following: • The Festival generates at least $2 million in direct impact to the Sandpoint economy each year.

• The Festival contributes $500,000 in accommodations impact each year.

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Sandpoint because the Festival exists.

• Fifty-two percent of ticket holders are visiting from out of state, and the average ticket buyer spends $100 on shopping and dining in Sandpoint.

And while it is a two-week long festival with eight amazing nights of music, the work to make the Festival at Sandpoint an incredible success is a year-round task.

Wahl said she typically begins the search for the following year’s artists right after the Festival ends. “Sometimes it’s even sooner though,” she said. “I’m actually working on a big country act for 2019 right now!”

At the end of August, Wahl attends a conference that kicks off the process of learning who may be out on tour and coming to our region. “I have a booking committee that is made up of board members with a variety of musical tastes. We make our wish list in September that includes input from who our Facebook fans would like to see. Then we start exploring what is possible, weighing factors like availability and what a venue of our size can afford,” she said.

If you live in our area, it is no surprise that there are a multitude of amazing local performers who entertain year-round. When searching for opening acts, Wahl states that she always takes every opportunity to promote Sandpoint and regional talent as openers. “However, my suggestions are always subject to approval from the main act, and sometimes they have a different opinion as to what is compatible with their sound,” she said. “It has also become increasingly common for headliners to bring their own support as part of their summer tour, which makes for less opportunities for our local performers, but I still try every chance I get!”

While the Festival has three full-time, year-round employees as well as a part-time bookkeeper, the staff increases considerably in the summer

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months with a box office manager intern and two additional box office staff during the Festival. “Dave Nygren serves as our production manager, Paul Gunter is our site manager, and they have a production crew of a dozen dedicated men and women,” said Wahl.

And then there are the volunteers. In fact, there are over 500 who cover duties that include gates, ushers, security, first aid, transportation, merchandise, artist hospitality, bar, Festival Street, chair rental, set design and special events. “And there is the amazing ‘green team’ that makes the Festival look bright and new each morning with minimal impact to the environment,” said Wahl.

Now in her 20th year as the Festival at Sandpoint’s executive director, Wahl said that she has many concerts that stand out most in her mind as do many of the Festival’s fans.

“It’s still hard for me to believe that the legendary Smokey Robinson was on our stage, with dancers, back-up singers and costume changes, what a showman!” said Wahl, who added that Dwight Yoakam blew her way. “I am not a big country fan, and he put on a barn burner of a show with four encores ending with his version of Elvis’ Suspicious Minds—I was dancing on my chair along with the other 3,000 people in attendance on that one!”

In recent years, the Avett Brothers, Counting Crows, Brandi Carlisle and Steve Miller Band were definite highlights for Festival fans.

“Michael Franti and John Butler Trio cast a

magic spell, Pink Martini was a delight and Angelique Kidjo was pure joy. Finally, I don’t think Festival fans will ever forget the Brett Dennen and Donavon Frankenreiter show that ended in a deluge and both bands heading to Eichardt’s for an impromptu encore to the delight of quite a few lucky, die-hard, rainsoaked fans!" she said.

So, what are you waiting for? Join the stars— and the volunteers—at Memorial Field at The Festival of Sandpoint, with its eight nights of music and a season lineup that serves up its trademark eclectic mix with headliners Big Head Todd + The Monsters kicking off this season August 2, followed by Amos Lee (August 3), ZZ Top (August 4), Greensky Bluegrass (August 9), Sublime With Rome (August 10), Gavin Degraw and Phillip Phillips (August 11) and the Spokane Symphony (August 12).

And don’t forget about the Family Concert on Sunday, August 5, featuring The Festival Community Orchestra and Sandpoint’s Studio One Dancers. There are wonderful pre-concert activities for the kids including the Instrument Petting Zoo where youngsters can try out various instruments with help from musical mentors. There will also be an animal petting zoo, pony rides, clowns, face painting, games and the popular Parents’ Corner where parents can take a break and receive a complimentary mini-massage. The best part about this is tickets are only $6 each.

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This year, the Festival at Sandpoint will honor John Porter at the Grand Finale concert. John passed away in August 2017, and he and his wife, Sue, have supported the Festival for many years.

Attending the Festival is a tradition that has always included John and Sue’s children and grandchildren who have come to love the Festival. Join their family on August 12 as the community pays tribute to John.

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s we all embark upon our fitness, nutrition and lifestyle journeys, it’s important to evaluate and review our respective team. We all have our own little support group who can make a tremendous impact on our success and outlook. Those voices can absolutely make or break our plans as we move forward.

Think about it for a second. You’ve probably got some influential people in your life that you think about and make decisions based on their opinions, encouragement or lack thereof. When you decide to do or not do something, whose consideration are you wondering about? You can probably even hear their voice in your head.

Though you may or may not be able to rationalize or even change those voices or your opinion of those voices, they’re important to recognize. More important than that, and the point of this writing, is to consider the foremost voice that is with you every minute of every day—your own.

When you are exploring your existence and future, what are you saying to yourself? Are you excited about your prospects and ability to succeed? Are you encouraging and supportive of your past, especially your mistakes? If you’re like most people I work with, you are not. In fact, you’re probably hardest on yourself than anyone else you know—in some cases, dramatically so.

This is incredibly unfortunate and a difficult obstacle to overcome. You should be your own biggest fan. You should be your best coach.

If you are one of those people who are unforgiving on your own behavior or are one who laments your past, what would you say if you had a coach or therapist who talked to you in that way? What if you had a friend who, every time you made a mistake, said, “You are so stupid. Why do you keep doing

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that? No wonder you can’t ever get ahead.”?

If you had any self-respect, you’d tell that person to kick rocks. Yet, this is the voice in most of our heads. That voice needs to change its attitude. That voice needs to become the best, most encouraging, biggest fan of you that there is on this planet. That voice needs to accept and acknowledge that your mistakes and past transgressions are all a part of what makes you— you. That everyone makes mistakes and that’s how they learn. That often, we don’t know something is a mistake (or success) until we finish the journey.

That voice needs to unapologetically celebrate all of your successes instead of trying to moderate that elation with reasons why it’s not that special or that it’ll probably be short lived. That voice needs to treat you like someone you adore.

This is the point at which people push back and say, “Well, yeah, but I don’t want to become some egomaniac!”

First of all, most of us are so far to the negative that a bit of egotism would be a good thing. Second of all, why not? Seriously, what’s wrong with being your biggest fan? You’d probably be a lot happier that way rather than seeking out approval from people whose opinions are mired in their own prejudices and issues with envy. That doesn’t mean that you have to treat people poorly or completely ignore your fellow humans; it just means that you know that you’re awesome.

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ust because summer is quickly coming to a close does not mean you have to wrap up your travel plans. There are opportunities to enjoy all the Pacific Northwest has to offer well into the fall. Whether it is a weekend of football, music, food festivals or Oktoberfest celebrations, fun awaits, so make you plans today.

Festival at Sandpoint August 2 -12, 2018 Sandpoint, Idaho Enjoy eight nights of incredible entertainment featuring a variety of genres under the stars and overlooking the water in a breathtaking setting at War Memorial Field. In its 36th year, The Festival at Sandpoint has played host to incredible entertainers drawing people from all over the Pacific Northwest to enjoy the 4,000-seat capacity venue. Intimate in its setting, attendees can choose to bring in their own food and drink or enjoy some of the fabulous food and beverages provided on site. This year’s lineup includes Big Head Todd & The Monsters, Amos Lee, ZZ Top, a Family Concert featuring The Festival Community Orchestra and activities for kids, Greensky Bluegrass, Sublime with Rome, Gavin Degraw + Phillip Phillips and the Spokane Symphony.

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Kirkland Summerfest August 10 - 12, 2018 Kirkland, Washington This three-day music and arts

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This is Kirkland’s signature event of the year with more than 35,000 attendees. Don’t miss out!

KirklandSummerFest.com Oregon State Fair August 24 - September 3, 2018 Salem, Oregon There’s nothing better than finishing off the summer than heading to the fair! From the carnival rides and fair food to the animal exhibits and musical acts, there’s nothing else like it. The Oregon State Fair offers the young and young at heart 10 days of enjoyment with their ongoing features including Bug-Ology, Dog Town, Familyville, FFA, 4-H, Machine Mania, Nightly Finale, Oregon State Grange and more.

Dia de la Familia is a fair highlight you won’t want to miss with its fabulous mariachi, Aztec dance troupe, children’s ballet, Latino rock, bingo, face painting, kids

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IT’S TIME TO GET PLANNING! soccer camp, piñata breaking and much more! And this year’s Oregon State Fair attendees have the chance for free concert seating in the L.B. Day Amphitheatre, though you can purchase VIP concert tickets in advance. OregonStateFair.org Musicfest NW Project Pabst August 26 - 27, 2018 Portland, Oregon Musicfest NW presents Project Pabst, a celebration of music, beer and all things local. With musical performances by Iggy Pop, Beck and more than a dozen other talented musical acts, this two-day festival is one you will not want to miss! Doors open at noon both days with the first act starting at 1pm and the music continuing all day and night until 10pm. Held at Portland’s beautiful Waterfront Park, Project Pabst is a 21 and older musical festival. Additional information on this year’s performers and to purchase tickets (single-day or a two-day pass) can be done online.

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ROAD TRIP SAVVY Pig Out in the Park August 29 - September 3, 2018 Spokane, Washington

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Great Northwest Oktoberfest September 28 & 29, October 7 & 8 Whitefish, Montana

Make plans this Labor Day weekend to visit Downtown Spokane and attend the 39th Annual Pig Out in the Park. Open daily from 11am to 10pm at Riverfront Park, Pig Out in the Park is host to 47 food booths encompassing 225 menu items, free concerts on three different stages featuring national, regional and local artists, and three adult beverage gardens from which to choose. From 3 to 5pm and 9 to 10pm daily, enjoy $4 bites.

Running from Wednesday through Monday, make it a long weekend and take in everything else Spokane has to offer. SpokanePigOut. com

On many a fall Saturday, Washington-Grizzly Stadium becomes one of the biggest ‘towns’ in the state of less than a million residents.

Fans of the Griz come from all over Big Sky country to pack the 25,000-plus seats. While you might not see some of the first-round caliber athletes of the Pac-12, you’ll still be surprised at the high level of competition at the FCS level. Tailgating before the game is as friendly as it comes with locals welcoming you in whether you’re in maroon and silver or not. Once inside you’ll be shocked at the noise helped by the stadium’s location along a canyon and butting up against Mount Sentinel as well as the front-row fans’ proximity to the players, which makes for a raucous and intimidating environment. GoGriz.com

The beer flows and German music fills the air at one of Montana’s largest Oktoberfest celebrations. Located in beautiful Downtown Whitefish, you’ll find all the long-standing Oktoberfest traditions as well as a few others like keg- throwing, stein-holding and brateating contests. Local brewery Great Northern brings out several special-occasion beers, and imports from Germany are also available for thirsty revelers. For an even more memorable trip, hop on Amtrak and be dropped off just blocks from the party. Chicken dancing, log sawing and Hammerschlagen will entertain the kids who can also enjoy apple strudel and German chocolate cookies.

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Paul Bunyan Days August 31 - September 3, 2018 St. Maries, Idaho Small communities often go all out for their yearly festivals, and Paul Bunyan Days is a prime example. The town swells to more than double its roughly 2,500 residents for a weekend of family fun, events and fireworks.

The event’s claim of having the ‘World’s Biggest Topless Bar’ might be off-putting to families, but it’s not what you think. ‘The Blue Ox’, as it’s called, is the massive beer garden located in the tennis and basketball courts.

The fences are wrapped in blue tarps and there’s no roof, hence the name. There’s a fullscale carnival, children’s water competitions, nightly live music and dances, but everyone comes for the incredible fireworks display—a near 30-minute extravaganza that rivals anything you’ve seen in a major metropolitan area. Facebook.com/stmariesidahoPBD

Mt. Angel Oktoberfest September 13 - 16, 2018 Mt. Angel, Oregon A celebration of the harvest—German style—2018 marks the 53rd annual Oktoberfest celebration in Mt. Angel, a community founded by German pioneers back in 1867. Mt. Angel’s Oktoberfest is one of the oldest and best loved community celebrations and enjoyed by everyone young and old. The four-day celebration attracts more than 300,000 people downtown each year, where you’ll find the Glockenspiel, the Die Früchtsäule (the Harvest Monument), the Maibaum (Tree of Trades), the Bandstand, Information Booth and all the delicious food booths! It truly offers a wonderful blend of family fun, live music on four stages, traditional dance, food and beer. Additional highlights include a pedal tractor race, sports activities, car show, arts and crafts and much more! Oktoberfest.org

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Dungeness Crab & Seafood Festival October 5 - 7, 2018 Port Angeles, Washington A celebration of aquaculture and one of the area’s finest treats, you’ll find mountains of Dungeness crab legs as well as other delicious delicacies from the sea at the 17th annual event. Fourteen different restaurants will be in attendance with a few celebrity chef appearances and cooking demonstrations as well. Local wine and beer is available, and there are even crab-to-go kits that include freshly cleaned Dungeness, a crab cracker, bib and wipes. At the festival, watch the chowder cook-off or take part in the grab-a-crab derby.

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The craft beer explosion over the last 15 to 20 years has ushered in a new era of consumer, one who enjoys many styles and variations and is often seeking new and exciting beverages. It has also helped bring in a new generation of distillers, each fighting for their piece of the multibillion dollar industry. The West is now home to hundreds of craft distillers with award-winning gins, whiskeys and vodkas, and the industry shows no sign of slowing down.

How it’s made Like brewing beer or winemaking, distilling alcohol is a relatively simple process with a few basic ingredients and steps. Depending on the type of spirit, grains like wheat, malted barley, rye or corn are added to a cooker to turn starches into sugar in what’s called the mash. Next the mash is pushed to a stainless steel fermenter where yeast is added.

Yeast eats the sugars and creates alcohol. The liquid is then sent to a still where the alcohol is turned into steam, separated and sent down through a condenser to return to a liquid state. This process is often repeated several times before it finally makes its way to the retention take where the high strength alcohol is mellowed. The alcohol is then placed in barrels where it will age before making its way into bottles and eventually your highball glass or cocktail.

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There are now well over 100 craft distilleries in the state of Washington, more than 50 in Oregon and roughly a dozen in both Montana and Idaho. Each state has created a guild to bring these craft distillers together to promote the craft spirit industry as a whole. The Oregon Distillery Trail (OregonDistilleryTrail.com) lists out locations and hours for distillers across the state. The Washington Guild (WashingtonDistillersGuild. org) has a map of its own you can link up with your smartphone. Laws on tasting rooms and serving on premise vary from state to state, but you can typically consume roughly 2 ounces on premise per day. By banding together, the industry is not only able to encourage individual consumers to choose their products in stores but also has influence over bars and restaurants, encouraging them to support local business when mixing cocktails.

Though not to the level of craft beer festivals, distillers across the West host their own celebrations and annual tasting events and competitions. Proof is held each July in Seattle and showcases Washington distillers and food pairings. In Montana, The Whitefish Chamber of Commerce puts on an annual spirit event and another recent distillers festival helped raise more than $10,000 for the Missoula Food Bank. Toast is typically held in spring in Portland and brings distillers primarily from the Northwest but also the nation and the world. This year’s event featured 120 different spirits paired with sample bites from a few of Portland’s top chefs. At other regional food festivals you are also more than likely to find a craft distillery or two shaking up unique cocktails that can pair with gourmet food just as well as wine or beer.

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Creativity The spirit of the West includes adventure and finding new experiences, something that is captured in its liquors as well.

While distillers are continuing traditional unflavored bourbons, gins and vodkas, many are experimenting with all kinds of different ingredients and fermentables. 44 Degrees North utilizes mountain-grown huckleberries in its immensely popular vodka, and you’ll find ginger-infused rum at all three Bardenay locations in Idaho.

Rogue is most likely known for its craft beers but has also been distilling since 2003. Here you will find Dead Guy Whiskey, which is distilled from the same malts as its award-winning beer with the same name. Alongside common spirits, these entrepreneurs are brining lesser-known varieties like Aquavit, Absinthe and fruit liquors to the uninitiated. Many partner with local brewers on collaborations like whiskey barrel-aged sours or stouts, providing a whole new appreciation for both industries.

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Located in Spokane, Washington, Dry Fly was one of the very first to open up once distilling laws loosened in the state. With its location just a few miles from the rolling hills and farmland of the Palouse, Dry Fly is able to provide a true farm-to-table spirit utilizing only local grains. This is unique as there are ways for producers to shorten or ‘cheat’ the process resulting in a less superior beverage. The tasting room allows you to have three ½-ounce samples of any of their numerous spirits or two single spirit house-made cocktails. Each is made with one Dry Fly liquor and other nonalcoholic ingredients, allowing the spirit to remain the showcase.

You’ll find vodka, gin, bourbon and several whiskies including a frequently awarded port barrelaged whiskey.

Found in Gig Harbor, Washington, this small-town distiller is growing by leaps and bounds, as evidenced by its partnership with the Seattle Mariners. The growth is not surprising considering Heritage has been the most awarded distillery in the nation by the American Distilling Institute for five consecutive years. The options available here are almost too numerous to mention with flavor-infused vodkas like ghost pepper, strawberry, lavender and coffee to rye, bourbon and the everpopular Brown Sugar Bourbon.

Heritage recently partnered with rockers Pearl Jam and the Vitalogy Foundation on a special release bottle. A percentage of sales will go toward fighting homelessness in King County. Frequent visitors can also join the Cask Club, in which you receive your own 10-litre barrel filled with your choice of spirit.

You can come in and taste how the spirit is aging and you decide when to bottle the product.

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Havasupai Falls

A memorable journey exploring the Grand Canyon

BY ALICIA LEVY PHOTOS COURTESY OF BRIAN LEVY

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itting in a crowded pizza restaurant on a Thursday evening in Spokane, Washington, a tradition we had going for about six months, we decided a camping and hiking trip sounded fun. Brian, my husband, and our friend Pat Cornwall put our collective minds together and came up with the idea of going to Havasupai Falls in the Grand Canyon in Arizona.

We quickly realized that this trip was not guaranteed as they have a competitive permit system to go, but we were prepared to try. On February 1, 2018, at 7am, the day the permit lines open, the three of us, in our respective locales, began trying the phones and the website hoping to get our permits. Suddenly, Brian texted that he had succeeded; we were going to the Falls.

My initial thrill soon turned to panic. We had just signed up for a 10-mile hiking trip into the Grand Canyon, which in turn means a 10-mile hiking trip out of the Grand Canyon!

It was time to prepare. We quickly began finding blogs and a Facebook group filled with people from all over the world who have gone or are preparing to go on this amazing trip (Facebook.com/groups/Havasupai/about). This group proved invaluable for me, as there were lists upon lists of what to pack and several stories of just how incredible the Havasupai Falls are. I was beginning to get more and more excited with each Facebook post.

Our permit was for March 28, so on March 27 we flew to Las Vegas, Nevada, with nothing more than our backpacks. We each wanted to keep our packs around 20 pounds as we would be carrying them quite a ways.

Once in Las Vegas we rented a car and began the trek to Arizona to stay our first night at the Grand Canyon Caverns campground, which is not too far past Peach Springs, Arizona, the nearest town. We set up camp and then toured the

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AFTER A FREEZING NIGHT, WE AWOKE THE MORNING OF THE 28TH READY TO MAKE THE HOUR TRIP TO THE TRAILHEAD TO BEGIN OUR DESCENT INTO THE GRAND CANYON. WE PARKED AT THE TRAILHEAD, PUT ON OUR BACKPACKS AND SET OUR TREKKING POLES TO THE CORRECT HEIGHTS AND BEGAN OUR HIKE.

Caverns, which unexpectedly, turned out to be a great part of the trip.

The Caverns are located 200 to 300 feet below ground, and once you take the elevator the 21 floors down, you are met with amazing geological formations and a fantastic history. The Caverns were used by the U.S. Government as a fallout shelter during the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis, holding supplies for 2,000 people, which still remain today.

As we ventured further into the Canyon we stopped and took photos, had snacks and took our time. The colors within the Canyon are indescribable; the blue of the sky is only something you see on the clearest summer day, and once you put the green trees and the red of the canyon walls against such a perfect backdrop, you get something only an artist could dream up.

After a freezing night, we awoke the morning of the 28th ready to make the hour trip to the trailhead to begin our descent into the Grand Canyon.

We parked at the trailhead, put on our backpacks and set our trekking poles to the correct heights and began our hike. As someone who has generally been active, competitive and loves a good challenge, I was a bit nervous, but there was no turning back now! We made it to the trailhead after about 10 minutes of walking down a road. The view of the Grand Canyon from the trailhead was incredible. It’s hard to imagine just how massive the Canyon really is. We began heading into the Canyon passing a few people along the way and several horses. There is an option to have a horse pack your belongings in, which seemed like a popular choice for many. You learned quickly to get off the trail in a hurry if you saw the horses—they were on a mission, to say the least.

We saw various trees, vegetation and amazing rock formations along the way, but other than the horses and a few birds, there weren’t any animals seen.

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After a fairly uneventful 10-mile hike in, we made it to the Havasupai Indian Reservation, home of the Supai people. We were not sure what to expect at the Reservation, but I think I can say that we were all a little caught off guard. Imagine living in the middle of the Grand Canyon, with a small school, a store that sold few items, a post office (the last “mule mail” in the country, I recommend sending yourself a postcard), and a restaurant, if you can really call it that. It had some great Indian fry bread, hamburgers, hotdogs and a few other items like what you might find in a large convenience store. The people don’t have much and, frankly, it was a bit depressing.

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We want to take a swim!

We all ate our respective lunches and then realized we had 2 more miles to go to reach the campground. Our legs, at least mine, were feeling the hike by this point and I hoped these 2 miles would go by quickly; however, as it turns out, the last 2 miles are some of the best. We came across several pools of water that were turquoise in color and absolutely breathtaking.

The next morning we were up bright and early to continue on with our exploration, as there are several other falls to see in the nearby area all as beautiful as the last. Walking around the camp and seeing the water was a gorgeous and relaxing way to spend our day before the final day and the hike back out the Canyon.

We continued our trek past the pools of water and finally came across the Havasupai Falls themselves! They were enormous and, due to the amount of limestone in the walls of the Canyon, were a bright greenish color. We then continued on for about a 1/2 mile and found our camp spot. We set up our tents and ate some of the dehydrated food we had brought. We then set out to explore.

After an amazing trip we were ready to head out of the Canyon. The hike out was by far the most strenuous portion. There is 2,800 feet of elevation over 12 miles with the last mile and half being 1,000 feet of elevation—it sounded nearly impossible. We packed up camp, with our packs being slightly lighter than on the way in since we had eaten most of the food, and began the long hike out of the Canyon. Luckily for us the weather stayed in the mid-70s during the hike (it tends to get much hotter in the summer months, so plan accordingly).

There was a natural spring not too far from our campsite where we could refill water bottles, and then we went back to the Havasupai Falls to watch people swim and dip our feet in the water ourselves. It is said to be about 70 degrees year round, but it felt chillier than that to me!

That night we slept in our tents hearing only the noise from the nearby creek, the most quiet and peaceful sleeping conditions I have experienced.

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Once we made it back out of the Canyon, with a feeling of accomplishment, we headed to the car and to find some non-dehydrated food. This was a trip that I will not forget and one that I would recommend to all who can do it. The Canyon is a beautiful place!

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GENERATIONS AT THE HEMLOCKS Come out to Generations at the Hemlocks' newly renovated restaurant where you'll enjoy fine dining with the best service in a beautiful setting. Their diversified menu features locally grown produce and meats and wild game, as well as fresh herbs harvested from their own garden. Open for dinner Friday and Saturday nights 4pm to 9pm, Saturday brunch 10am -1pm.

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Mugsy's Tavern and Grill Known as the "Cheers" of North Idaho, at Mugsy’s, you’ll enjoy the best burgers—and best company—around!

Paired with the biggest tap selection in all of Boundary County, daily specials, full bar and outdoor patio seating, it’s time to dine and imbibe at Mugsy’s. The incredible, caring and professional staff complements the experience.

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BIG DADDY'S At Big Daddy’s, you’ll be treated to delicious smoked meats, great burgers and ice cold drinks. You’ll find a great atmosphere—the perfect gathering place for locals complete with pool table. They also offer outdoor seating, host fun events and are a destination stop for Canadians and other tourists.

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SOUL SHINE Step into SoulShine, at their new location, where you’ll discover different daily house-made specials at this cozy bistro. They are committed to using local and ethically sourced ingredients as much as possible, so by choosing to dine at SoulShine, you’re supporting our local farmers as well! Now serving breakfast along with their sandwiches, wraps, salads, soups and baked goods. Sit back, relax and treat yourself to their delicious fare.

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CHIC-N-CHOP At this Bonners Ferry diner, you’ll be treated to wonderful service and an inviting, homey atmosphere where the staff treats you like family. Known for their large portion sizes and customer favorites like the roasted chicken, omelets, pies and more, they’re open Tuesday through Saturday 4:30am to 8pm and Sunday 6am to 2pm.

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TWO TONES CAFE Two Tones Cafe is a brand new restaurant where guests will enjoy flavors from around the world in dishes made using the freshest ingredients. With menu options ranging from Asian salads and nachos, to unique beef and chicken entrees, burgers, salads and desserts, there's something for everyone!

Indoor and patio seating available. Open daily 11am - 9pm.

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BADGER'S DEN CAFE AND LATTE At Badger's Den Cafe and Latte, you'll be greeted with fast, friendly service with a smile. On the menu you'll find hearty and delicious breakfast and lunch items, a variety of specialty coffee drinks, smoothies and more! In a hurry?

There's a drive-up window for your convenience. A stop at this restaurant is a must for locals and visitors alike!

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The annual Boundary County Fair offers fun for all ages

By Jillian Chandler Each August all over the country, children and adults alike anticipate the opening day of the Fair! A tradition that continues year after year, The Boundary County Fair in Bonners Ferry offers four days of family fun, creating memories that last a lifetime year after year.

Held at the Boundary County Fairgrounds August 15 through 18, this year’s theme is “Shout n’ Loud, We’re County Proud.”

There will be various events for attendees of all ages, locals and visitors alike, to enjoy at this year’s Fair.

Opening ceremonies will be held on Wednesday along with a baked goods auction from the Best of Class entries. Proceeds of the auction go toward improvements at the Fairgrounds. Last year the auction earned $2,300, which helped purchase new appliances for the VEC kitchen.

In additional to a variety of Fair vendors, there will be many different activities going on during this year’s Fair—the monster cookie contest, veggie critter contest, salsa contest and Dutch oven cooking contest (pending fire restrictions). The Livestock Auction on Friday night always draws a large crowd as there are many 4-H and FFA animals to be auctioned off.

“Everyone looks forward to the Lumber Jack Show sponsored by the Idaho Forest Group,” says Paula Burt, Boundary County Fair administrator. “And Saturday Games on the Memorial Hall lawn and Family Fun Night are two big events for kids of all ages.”

There will be local performers in the Gazebo on Friday and Saturday as well.

Thanks to the tremendous support and contributions from local businesses and community members, admission to the Fair is always free for all who attend. Without them, the fair would not be possible. There is a small charge for the Family Fun Night; $2 for adults, $1 for students and free for children 5 and younger.

What are you waiting for? Head to the Boundary County Fair for some good old-fashion fun!

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For the past 35 years, Festival at Sandpoint features a variety of popular musicians from various genres in a beautiful outdoor setting at Memorial Field. Ticket purchasers can bring in their own food and beverages or purchase from vendors on site. To view this year's performers and to purchase tickets, visit FestivalAtSandpoint.com.

Come share your talent or join the audience on the first Thursday of every month at the Pearl Theater, 7160 Ash Street in Bonners Ferry.

Cafe doors open at 6pm with performances beginning at 7pm. There is no cover charge to attend or participate. For more information, call 208.610.2846 or visit ThePearlTheater.org.

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Whether you choose to participate, volunteer or watch, don't miss the Northwest's premier open-water swimming event. A beautiful 1.76 mile swim from the south end of Sandpoint's historic Long Bridge to the the North end, the swim starts at 9am, and there is a 2.5-hour time limit. Find out more or register online at LongBridgeSwim.org.

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Held at Schweitzer, run or walk through the forest and get covered with color tossed by the forest urchins. This family friendly run is marked for 5k and 2.5k participants, and everyone receives a T-shirt, sunglasses, powder pack, full day scenic ride ticket and gourmet hotdog with huckleberry and veggie embellishments! Register online at EventBrite.com.

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Boundary County Fair

Huckleberry Pancake Breakfast Fly-In

This year’s theme of the Boundary County Fair is “Shout n’ Loud, We’re County Proud” and will be held at the Boundary County Fairground, August 15 through 18. Enjoy four days cookings contests and family entertainment and, don’t forget, fair food! For more information call at 208.267.7041 or email at bcfair@boundarycountyid.org.

The last Saturday of every month during summer, for a small suggested donation you'll get a full breakfast.

All proceeds benefit the Young Eagles Scholarships, providing financial help to youth in the area who would like to become pilots, and Northern Air works with the EAA and these students to inspire a love for aviation.

For more information, call 208.267.4359.

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Willie Nelson & Alison Krauss in Concert Get your tickets today for Willie Nelson and family and Alison Krauss in concert at Northern Quest Resort & Casino. The show kicks off at 7:30pm with doors opening at 6:30pm. Tickets are priced$59, $69, $89 and $109 and can be purchased online at NorthernQuest.com. For more information, call the box office at 509.481.2800.

Bringing together local, regional and international musicians from Mexico, this youth orchestra reaches across borders.

This accomplished camp for children ages 8 through 18 features daily practice, advanced ensembles and master classes. Enroll today.

For more information, call 208.265.4444.

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Who doesn’t love garlic!? Head on down to the Bonners Ferry Farmers Market for the Garlic Festival!

Head down anytime between 8am and 1pm to enjoy everything from fresh baked goods and sweet treats, organic produce and eggs, locally raised meats, unique handcrafted goods and friendly faces.

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