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We live in a country like no other and are proud of the communities in which we live.

Despite the difficulties, we always come out stronger, and more united, than before.

On July 4, friends and families will once again gather to commemorate America’s independence. Though celebrations may be a bit different this year, and smaller, people will still come together to celebrate our great country—the place we all call home. If we continue to love our fellow man and want for them the same freedoms and

opportunities we desire for ourselves and our own children, our communities, states and nation will only become that much more united.

Take this time to reflect on all the blessings you and your loved ones have been bestowed, and focus on what we, as individuals and whole communities, can do to support each other. Our strong, hardworking families and communities are the backbone of this great nation.

I ask you to take a moment to recognize the great privilege we have as Americans, and the great work we have done and will continue to do, in building this place we call home.

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THIS MONTH, FAMILIES ACROSS THE U.S. WILL CELEBRATE OUR INDEPENDENCE. No matter how you choose to celebrate the Fourth of July (though a day out on Lake Coeur d’Alene isn’t a bad way to spend the day), remember what it represents, and take a moment to reflect on how fortunate we are to live in a place where freedom reigns, and all have the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

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From Victory Gardens to Garage Greatness 5 BIG JOBS TO TACKLE FOR SUMMER

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Ready to get started on your summer to­-do list? Consider adding these big but worthwhile tasks to your roster.

The importance of getting work done is especially true in this season of social isolation, when Americans are enjoying their homes' outdoor spaces more than ever. Outdoor work may require some extra sweat and elbow grease, but these big jobs are a welcome break right now, keeping people busy and outside—and helping them truly appreciate their well­-tended green spaces.

Start a "victory garden" Given all the questions brought about by COVID-19, many Americans are re­igniting the WWII practice of growing their own fruits, vegetables and herbs to give themselves more control over their food supplies.

Many produce varieties are easy to grow, and cultivating them at home can ward off unnecessary shopping excursions. "Americans are turning to gardens for food access, food security, food safety and food affordability," confirms gardening exec Jim Feinson on GardenResearch. com.

For many, outdoor work is a satisfying endeavor, allowing homeowners to take pride in their home and yard, along with the work they put into it, which shows in what people are searching for, posting and sharing online. For example, Pinterest Insights saw an increase of 89 percent in backyard renovation ideas on their website, along with a whopping jump of 658 percent in DIY small patio ideas on a budget, and an impressive 528 percent increase in budget garden inspiration ideas.

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It can be a hefty job, but built-up debris must be cleaned out at least twice annually to avoid wet basements, interior leaks, mold growth, rodent infestations and/or displacement of the gutters themselves. Use a sturdy ladder to safely access the edges of your roof, then use a trowel or gutter scoop to remove refuse. Flush out the system using a power washer or a garden hose with a spray attachment. Check for cracks, rust or paint damage and missing attachments, ensure all sections are sloped enough to drain stormwater and replace any sections that can't be repaired.

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To experience real, powerful change, I have to begin with myself

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n the song “Revolution,” John Lennon pushes back against the idea that important changes only happen after people join larger movements. Revolution begins, Lennon suggests, with a shift in our own thinking. I agree. Transformation will not happen around us until it happens inside us.

When we choose to be intentional about personal growth, we plant a seed of transformation within ourselves. That’s the first step. True transformation comes when we invest in that process every day.

Shifting our thinking, doing new things, is hard. It feels easier to look at the world and expect it to change around us. Even if the world does change, if we don’t invest in ourselves, we experience the world with the same limits to our thinking and awareness we had before.

mindsets and our actions, transforming who we are and also what we do. This is why cultivating a seed of transformation in one leader causes that transformation to begin in other leaders. We may teach what we know, we reproduce who we are.

Planting that contagious, transformational seed begins with who we’re inviting to invest in our own lives. Are we choosing thinking partners who are transformative in their mindset and actions? Do they know what they’re doing and why they’re doing it? Do they have a contagious vision? Do they get buy-in from other leaders who are excited to be part of what they’re doing?

Continuing transformational work inside ourselves takes courage to embrace the unknown and faith in the future we are creating for ourselves. When we put action behind our vision, cultivating that seed, we are more aware of the potential within us and within others.

These are the people who help us cultivate the seeds of transformational leadership in our own lives. They lead because they love people as much as they enjoy leading them. These leaders challenge us to continue to invest in personal growth, to never believe we have “arrived,” so, together, we continue connecting with the transformative energy that inspires real, positive change.

This kind of transformative vision is magnetic. Other leaders will be drawn to that energy, and those leaders will begin to experience transformation in their own lives. This is the key difference between knowing how to lead and being a transformative leader. When we choose to be transformative leaders, no matter what context we’re in, we bring life and energy with us to invest in every conversation, every idea, every enterprise and every solution.

When we make these choices, act on these intentions and connect with thinking partners who inspire us to continue growing, no matter what stream of influence in which we work, we will inspire other leaders around us to step up, invest and be transformational. When we develop seeds of transformation within ourselves, leaders around us will catch that vision and share it with others. As John C. Maxwell says, “If we want to bring change, we have to be changed.”

When we make it a point, every day, to take in knowledge, wisdom and inspiration, this will work in us to create shifts in our thinking, our

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he internet offers all the information and tools we need at our fingertips to create our own estate plan, right? For most people, this is simply not true.

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Your DIY estate plan may not account for changing life circumstances and different scenarios that could arise. As opposed to a computer program, an experienced estate planning attorney will help you think through the potential changes and contingencies that could have an impact on your estate plan and design a plan that prevents unintended results that could frustrate your estate planning goals.

Wills are only one part of a comprehensive estate plan that fully protects you and your family. Even if your DIY will meet all your state’s requirements and is legally valid, the will alone is unlikely to be sufficient to address all of your estate planning needs.

Assets may be left out of your estate plan.

Many people do not realize that a trust is frequently a better estate planning tool than a will because it avoids expensive, timeconsuming and public court proceedings (i.e., the probate process) that would otherwise be necessary to transfer your money and property to your heirs after you pass away. Even if you have created a DIY trust, if you do not fund it, that is, transfer title of your money and property into the name of the trust, it will be ineffective, and your loved ones will still have to endure the probate process to finish what you started.

DIY estate plans may not conform to the applicable law. The law that applies to estate planning is determined individually by each state. Although the forms you can find on the internet may claim to conform to your state’s law, this may not always be the case. In addition, if you own property in another state or country, the laws in those jurisdictions may differ significantly, and your DIY estate plan may not adequately account for them.

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Celebrating Independence Day TIMES CALL FOR THE SIMPLE TRADITIONS

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t continues to be a common theme not only in Coeur d’Alene but across the state and country; large community events and gatherings continue to be halted as a result of the continued safety concerns amid COVID-19. Though there won’t be any parades making their way down the streets as adults and children alike line the roadways wearing their red, white and blue and waving their American flags proudly, and the bright sights and booming sounds of fireworks won’t be taking over the night skies in honor of our independence, there is still much to rejoice in—even if this means a smaller, more intimate celebration.

Add in some fun backyard games, like three-ring toss or horseshoes, cornhole and table tennis, and everyone, no matter their age, is bound to take part in some good old-fashioned friendly competition.

There’s nothing like a good ol’ Fourth of July backyard barbecue.

Whether it’s with your spouse and kids or a gathering among friends, spending a warm summer day outdoors—especially on Independence Day—calls for some grilling and cool beverages. Make it a potluck, and have everyone bring one of their favorite dishes. This is a fun time to share those traditional family recipes that you grew up enjoying to help celebrate the holiday.

With the Fourth of July falling on a Saturday, you can always opt for a quiet holiday and take a mini road trip, and be sure to pack a patriotic picnic for the road!

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Spending a day out on the water is the norm here on a hot summer’s day, but it’s always that much more meaningful to get out on your boat, paddleboard or kayak, feeling the breeze across your face as you freely glide across the open waters—taking in that feeling of freedom; it’s truly indescribable. And while on the water, you’re sure to meet up with old friends while making new friends as well!

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Pies and Pumpkins Coeur d’Alene’s beloved farm-style experience

By Abigail Thorpe

PRAIRIE HOME FARM/ LIL’ PUNKIN PIE CO. 7790 North Atlas Road Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 83835 208.762.3289 PrairieHomeFarm.com “MY PIES ARE VERY CLASSIC AND SIMPLE, NOTHING FANCY. WITH FRUIT OFTEN PICKED ON THE FARM THE DAY BEFORE BEING BAKED INTO A PIE. EVERY PIE IS HOMEMADE BY ME, IN

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100-year-old farm sits just north of Coeur d’Alene on Atlas Road and continues to provide the community with smiles, produce and a slice of old-fashioned farm goodness. Linda Swenson revitalized the farm as Prairie Home Farm in 2004 with a large pumpkin patch offering a diverse variety of pumpkins— including heirlooms—and fall produce and decor.

A STOREFRONT I KEEP MY BUSINESS EXACTLY WHERE I WANT IT.”

Open two days a week in October (Saturdays and Wednesdays), the farm is a step back in time. Old farm equipment and outdoor vignettes created by Swenson are the perfect backdrop for photo shoots, and the farm is home to 12 different kinds of farm animals for families to feed, pet and enjoy a fun day of farm life while hunting for their perfect pumpkin.

“I have customers’ children that I’ve watched grow up,” says Swenson.

“They come and say hi at the market, and watching children who haven’t been on a farm respond to pigs, sheep, etc. makes me giddy!”

Throughout October, the farm is available for field trips, barn rentals and birthday parties. Last year the farm had 1,831 children pass through its gates.

Swenson moved to Coeur d’Alene 19 years ago from Spokane, where she continued to work as a registered nurse. She went through the master

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gardener program just before buying the farm, and the pumpkin patch seemed to naturally follow. “I just had no idea it was going to get as big as it has,” she says.

In 2015 she started a bakery on the farm as a member of the Kootenai County Farmers’ Market, adding Lil’ Punkin Pie Co. to the company.

She bakes each pie by hand from fruit grown on the farm or sourced locally at the market and offers pickup at the farm or orders for events like weddings and birthday parties.

The pie making company is very hands on and personal—a call from someone on a Sunday evening needing a pie for the following day will find Swenson out fruit picking early in the morning to make sure a pie is in-hand for company by the evening.

“My pies are very classic and simple, nothing fancy,” she says, “with fruit often picked on the farm the day before being baked into a pie. Every pie is homemade by me, in my bakery on my farm. Without a storefront I keep my business exactly where I want it.”

Swenson has always baked and gardened; it’s in her blood. Her grandfather owned a bakery on the main street of a small town, and she was in the baking club in high school.

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She started offering pie making classes several years ago, and it has become one of her most enjoyable aspects of the business. The Farm Pie School offers classes at the farm or individuals’ homes and focuses primarily on crust making. The classes include two hours of instruction, ingredients and the finished pie ready to take home and bake. The fourth Tuesday of each month Swenson offers open classes as needed on the farm. The experience has become a favorite offering of the farm and has taught many a young girl and boy how to make the perfect crust!

Teaching comes naturally to Swenson. She formerly taught at The Culinary Stone for several years, and continues to teach at a farm on Green Bluff as well as occasional classes at The Culinary Stone. In addition to her farming and baking, she and her husband are passionate about supporting the Kootenai Humane Society. “Last year, after wanting for years to do so, I hosted a fundraiser on the farm during pumpkin patch. It was so much fun I’m thinking it will become an annual thing.”

Stop for a visit to Prairie Home Farm, enjoy the true, simple spirit of farm life and take some family pics. You might even want to put in an order for a pie—your family (and guests) will love every morsel.

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Bringing Bicycles to Coeur d’Alene A NONPROFIT ON A MISSION TO GIVE BIKES TO KIDS WHO CAN’T AFFORD THEM STORY & PHOTOS BY ABIGAIL THORPE

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erving as an HVAC repairman for 32 years, Tom Morgan would often see old bikes in the bushes of client’s yards or leaned up against the garage. Morgan grew up in a low-income family and had to borrow or ride his friends’ bikes as a child. “It’s something that kind of sticks with you when you’re a kid,” he recalls. “You know that you don’t have stuff that other kids do.”

Morgan and his wife took a trip to Boise that would prove instrumental in directing his future.

A flat tire on a bike ride led him to the Boise Bicycle Project, a nonprofit that provides bicycles to those in need as well as a space for people to work on their own bikes and receive help from knowledgeable volunteers. “I go walking through the doors and it was nothing like any bike shop I’d ever been in,” recalls Morgan.

He would work on a $2 million home for one call, and a single-wide manufactured home the next. “So I was aware of the families that had kids that didn’t have bicycles, so I just started asking people, ‘Hey, what are you gonna do with that old bike in the bushes over there? Because I know a family that could use it,’ and nobody said no,” he recalls.

He had forgotten his bike repair kit on the trip. “I think the reason I forgot it is because I was meant to stumble into Boise Bicycle Project and see what was going on there … It planted a seed in my head: I thought, ‘Why doesn’t Coeur d’Alene have something like this?’”

And so his mission to bring bikes to kids who couldn’t afford them started out of the back of his repair van, one or two bikes at a time. Over the years, customers got to know him as he returned each year to do their HVAC service and started picking up old bikes when they could to pass off to him. “So I would leave with an invoice—and a bicycle,” Morgan smiles.

He spent hours at the shop, and when he returned to Coeur d’Alene, he gathered with some like-minded individuals to discuss starting something similar in his hometown. “I don’t know why I didn’t think I was the guy to do it,” says Morgan. “Finally one day my wife says to me, ‘Let’s just do it!’” and so Lake City Bicycle Collective was born.

The shop opened in 2014 and in six years’ time has given away more than

Around the time it got to the point he had about 30 bikes at his house,

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1,000 bicycles and over 500 helmets. “The goal of the place is we want to get bicycles to kids who financially would have no opportunity to have a bike,” says Morgan.

It soon outgrew its original space 10 blocks from the current shop in the basement of the First Baptist Church on Wallace Avenue. The shop serves anyone who enters its doors, providing affordable bikes to those who are looking for a bike on a budget or offering space to work and fix your own for a minimal fee—$5 for an hour or $10 for the entire day. The shop is fully equipped with all of the tools, work stations and replacement items a person might need, and includes volunteers with years of experience.

Bikes typically range from $20 to $50, but the shop provides free bikes to those truly in need and works with CASA, the homeless community, veterans and families who are financially struggling to help each individual get a bike at a price they can afford—whatever that may be.

Sometimes it takes two or three bikes from what Morgan calls “the boneyard” to make a good one. He and the volunteers pull pieces from each bike to restore one to good working condition and recycle the parts they can’t use. “Everything either gets upcycled or recycled or reused,” he says.

The shop is entirely volunteer run by Morgan and a team of volunteers, and partners with a diverse mix of nonprofits in Coeur d’Alene including Kootenai Health—which provides its helmets—and community

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business partners and individuals.

But it’s been a slow go to get here. The shop will get an influx of donations after a news report during Christmas, but then many people will forget about them. “You have to keep on reaching out and keep on going to events,” says Morgan.

At 52, he’s been a bicycle lover for over 40 years now and loves to see the joy in kids’ eyes when they get their first bike. “It’s a lot of fun. You get to see the good that you do, you get to see the face light up on a kid that really thought, ‘I’m not getting a bike, there’s no hope for me,’” he says.

He has kids he starts on a bike at 4 or 5 years old, and if they take good care of it, will trade them for a bigger one when they need it. “The connection that we really want to make is the kid that gets this bike,” says Morgan. “This might be someone’s first bicycle, and the hope is that this is a connection that will stay with this young person forever.

There’s good people in the world, and maybe one day they become some of them.”

Lake City Bicycle Collective is open noon to 6pm Tuesday through Saturday and always welcomes volunteers, donations or unwanted bikes. Reach out to Tom at tom@lcbcbikes.org or 208.740.1502, and stop in to see the exciting work going on. It costs about $25 to refurbish a bike, so each bike you buy for $50 allows one to go out the door for someone in need.

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he early June roster of animals in recovery at the American Heritage Wildlife Foundation represents a wide swath of the North Idaho branch of the animal kingdom.

“It’s incredible. We’ll have little animals come in and you’re working on them desperately. You only meet them a half a day and they might die on you,” she said. “It’s always a challenge. It’s always tricky.”

There are orphaned pine squirrel babies, as well as a young flying squirrel. One batch of orphan skunks was already in, with another expected the next day. A young magpie with neurological issues had already been there for more than a month. A wild turkey and a blue grouse were also in the recovery process.

But the reward of sending off a rehabilitated animal into the wild again—something St. Clair-McGee estimates the organization does about 60 percent of the time—is worth the heartache.

The AHWF sees about 100 different animals a year, founder Kathleen St. Clair-McGee estimated, so multiplied by the nearly 20 years she has been at the Clark Fork facility, she has seen quite the variety of animals.

“Probably the greatest reward is when you do have that animal and on the day of release you say, ‘OK, here you go, you’re back where you should be,’” she said.

The AHWF’s stated mission is to work toward the preservation of all wildlife through

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rehabilitation and community education. A nonprofit started in 2001, the organization has no paid staff and relies on volunteers, who provide between 3,000 and 4,000 combined hours each year, St. Clair-McGee said. They are working to create the first Inland Pacific Northwest nature center.

There are only a few species, like deer, elk and moose, that the AHWF cannot accept. But raccoons, skunks, squirrels, waterfowl, ducks, geese—volunteers will attempt to rehabilitate all of them if brought in. Some rehabilitations or recoveries take only a couple weeks. Others take much longer, like raccoon orphans, who usually spend three, four or even five months with American Heritage Wildlife Foundation.

Sometimes people will bring in orphans after

seeing an adult animal killed by a car and then later locating the orphaned young. Other times, people bring in animals who have been injured, either by them or someone else.

“Rehabilitation is important because if you look at the animal cases brought in, the majority are not from nature-caused incidents. They are caused by human interaction,” St. Clair-McGee said.

She has been with the AHWF since the beginning after working at three different zoos as well as horse ranches and animal shelters.

She realizes not everyone fully understands— or agrees with—the work the AHWF does, so a big portion of her job is education.

The organization’s website has numerous

documents available that describe how humans can best cohabitate with wild neighbors, and she also spends time in public forums like libraries and spreads awareness through social media and other means.

Volunteers come from a variety of walks of life and aren’t just “animal people,” she said. One board member has an accounting background and so serves as treasurer. Another who loves to take pictures comes out to help with animal feeding. Still other volunteers work at the hospital or live on a ranch.

“You don’t necessarily have to have an animal background,” St. Clair-McGee said. “You just have to have a desire to learn.”

The care provided at the AHWF is very different

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from what might be done at an animal humane society, where part of the goal is to include the human factor. At the AHWF, volunteers try to do the opposite.

“We don’t talk when we’re in the animal room,” she said. “We put up towels or wear masks so they don’t directly see this is a human that’s feeding me. We wear gloves. We do everything we can think of to remove that human barrier. … The highest praise that can happen on a wild animal on release is you go in there and try to catch them and they come at you or try to avoid you. (If they do that) you’ve done your job.”

One of St. Clair-McGee’s favorite rescue stories involves an osprey that was “in pretty rough shape” when it was brought in. The AHWF lacks adequate staffing to go out into the field

and pick up injured animals, relying instead on people to bring them in. Staff will coach them over the phone, but animals in their care often require feedings every 30, 20 or even 10 minutes, St. Clair-McGee said, so they cannot dash away.

Found late one August, the osprey was about two months old when it was brought in: weak, underweight and dehydrated. Normally osprey don’t leave the nest for two months, and once on the ground, as this one was, they’ll starve, St. Clair-McGee said, “unless they have the spirit to figure it out.”

The bird spent two weeks in rehabilitation, gaining strength. Upon release, volunteers pitched her up into the air and she took off. It was the sort of success story that sticks with St. Clair-McGee—she has taken in other osprey in similar predicaments that don’t survive.

“It’s always taxing. Sometimes it’s 16-hour days,” she said. “It’s not for the faint of heart, but that’s why we love our volunteers, and that’s why we strongly encourage people when they do find animals to follow the right steps.”

Some traumatic injuries the AHWF cannot handle, and in those cases volunteers will refer people to veterinarians. But many people do bring in animals, and some are willing to drive hours, St. Clair-McGee said.

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“When I get people who are kind hearted and compassionate, I can’t say thank you enough,” she said. “It’s really uplifting.”

The cost of rehabilitating animals will vary, depending on their length of stay and the cost of food. Owls, for example, can require $5 of food per day. Others are more, St. Clair-McGee said. The organization offers various levels of donation and sometimes holds raffles to raise more money.

“That’s where the community support comes in, and we’ve been so very blessed to have the money we need each year,” she said.

St. Clair-McGee said she is excited, too, that Mya Jinright, a raptor rehabilitator, has joined the AHWF ranks of volunteers. Jinright works at the VCA North Idaho Animal Hospital in Sandpoint, and St. ClairMcGee said her help will allow them to better care for hawks and owls who are in critical condition.

And so the work continues. St. Clair-McGee was preparing to return a gray squirrel to Post Falls, where three weeks earlier it had fallen and suffered a head trauma. The squirrel has been getting its coordination back, she said.

“That’s the best part, the release,” she said. “It makes all the hard work worthwhile.”

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hat’s better than seeing some of the most spectacular scenery in North Idaho while traveling almost entirely downhill? The Route of the Hiawatha is open for the season. For those who haven’t been, it’s an easy yet spectacularly beautiful ride. Lookout Pass Ski Hill operates the trail and offers rentals and shuttle service if you don’t want to take two vehicles on the trip.

Most riders begin at the East Portal Trailhead, which is located 7 miles into Montana off the Taft exit. A 15-mile leisurely downhill ride awaits you as you glide down smooth path that was once a busy Milwaukee railway. Riders pass through beautiful vistas and overlooks of the Bitterroot Mountains as well as several high trestle bridges and train tunnels—including one that is more than a mile-and-a-half long. If you want a bigger challenge, you can extend the ride up to 30 miles with only a little bit of uphill grade near the beginning of the ride. Helmets and headlamps are required of all riders, and passes can be purchased at any trailhead, Lookout Pass or the Wallace Inn. Mountain bike tires are recommended, as the pathway surface is a mixture of hardpacked gravel and dirt.

A shuttle service schedule is available at RidetheHiawatha.com.

Here you can also buy passes, rent bikes, helmets, pre-purchase bagged lunches, and even tag-alongs or burly trailers to pull younger children.

Route of the Hiawatha is a great way to see the incredible backcountry we have all around us without having to exert maximum energy. Enjoy a leisurely ride and be reminded why we choose to call this part of the country home.

Those looking for a bigger challenge can head down the road to Silver Mountain Resort, where the fresh powder is gone but a network of challenging mountain bike trails is ready to ride.

The Silver Mountain Bike Park (SilverMt.com/index.php/mountain/bike-park) offers 39 trails with seven marked Easy and three marked Expert, leaving a vast majority to challenging yet doable single tracks.

Your ticket gets you a ride on North America’s longest gondola (3.1 miles one way), and you’ll be dropped at the top of the mountain where you can start picking your routes. Those new to mountain biking can play around at Chair 3, where there is 800 feet of elevation drop, some basic features and wider tracks to navigate. More advanced riders can tackle a descent of more than 3,400 feet where they’ll encounter technically challenging turns, rough patches, bridges and various jumps. Maps clearly state trail difficulty levels, and bike patrol is on the mountain ready to help. Rentals are available, and after your ride you can enjoy food and drink at the base of the mountain or at several great local hangouts in Kellogg.

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SHOW, SHINE AND CRUISE: CAR D’LANE RETURNS TO THE DOWNTOWN DRAG

BY ABIGAIL THORPE PHOTOS COURTESY OF COEUR D’ALENE DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION

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uly 17 and 18 would mark the 30th anniversary of Coeur d’Alene’s beloved Car d’Lane, when the downtown streets typically fill with classic cars and happy crowds of car enthusiasts and families, but due to COVID-19 health concerns, the event was unfortunately canceled for this year. Typically held around Fathers’ Day in June every year, the event was rescheduled for July in order to allow for the traditional gathering of people, but ultimately the city made the decision to cancel and look to 2021 to bring back the beloved event.

Car d’Lane is one of the largest classic car cruises in North Idaho and started as a result of the positive reaction to the show the State Centennial brought to Coeur d’Alene in 1990. The following year, local car enthusiasts wanted to do another gathering of classic cars like that done on Father’s Day weekend when the Centennial came through town.

Three years later they joined forces with the Coeur d’Alene Downtown Association and Car d’Lane was formed.

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All cars and trucks 40 years and older are welcome to participate in the show, and the event usually kicks off Father’s Day weekend with a group like The Red Hot Mamas dancing down the main drag of Sherman Avenue.

The Friday night cruise that follows is always a must-see for car lovers, with people lining the street to keep an eye out for their favorite cruiser, cheering the drivers and admiring the cars, and the car show is an all-day event on Saturday.

“This [would have been] the second year of bringing back the Young Builders Alley, where car enthusiasts 25 years of age and younger can show their automotive projects of any make/model/year,” says Emily Boyd, events coordinator for the Coeur d’Alene Downtown Association.

Each young adult can participate for the Young Builders Award, which they plan to continue for next year’s event. “The highlight will be

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CAR D’LANE IS A VERY TRADITIONAL EVENT, FOCUSED AROUND FAMILY, GOOD HEALTHY FUN AND AN APPRECIATION FOR CLASSIC CARS.

friends and acquaintances while wandering the show. Stop for an ice cream along the way, or take a moment to stroll the lakefront and take a rest in the park.

seeing the community come together and have a great time downtown and bringing the car enthusiasts together,” she adds.

Car d’Lane is a very traditional event, focused around family, good healthy fun and an appreciation for classic cars. It’s become a much-loved community event that brings people together, and next year promises to be extra special when it returns to the main drag.

Whether you’re a fan of the muscle cars of the ‘60s and ‘70s, or like to take it back to the classic, all-original Cadillacs and Fords of the 1940s and ‘50s, there’s an era for everyone represented at the show. Visitors are invited to wander the streets, chat with car owners and peer under the hood for an up-close inspection of their favorite classic.

Coeur d’Alene’s tree-lined, old-fashioned downtown makes for the perfect backdrop for the show, and attendees can expect to run into old

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It’s always been a place where memories are made, and families of all ages can find something to enjoy. “One of the most memorable stories I have experienced actually took place last year,” recalls Boyd. “A gentleman entered his 1970 red convertible Datsun into the show, and then after having breakfast downtown with his best friend and family, they wandered up to the vehicle admiring it.” The friend explored the classic car, admiring the new engine that was put in just days before as the gentleman walked him around it.

“The gentleman then turned to his friend and said, ‘You like the car?’

The friend said ‘yes’ and complimented the vehicle. Then the gentleman said, ‘It’s yours buddy,’” says Boyd. After a friendly embrace, the friend got behind the wheel of what was now his restored vintage Datsun. It was a special moment that represented what Car d’Lane was about in so many ways; a time and place for friends and family to share special memories and bring joy to others’ lives.

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Car d’Lane is unique because of its stunning location and small-town feel. “We feel the community and gorgeous setting by the lake sets this event apart from the others,” explains Boyd. “Community members will sit along the cruise route and cheer on cars they love and wave to their friends. On Saturday, families and friends—whether they are knowledgeable in classics or not—will come out to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and beautiful cars.”

Visitors can make it a full weekend getaway and enjoy all that Coeur d’Alene has to offer in addition to the car show. There are several options for places to stay located right along the main downtown drag, including the Coeur d’Alene Resort, Resort City Inn and the Flamingo Motel, or you can branch out and explore what other parts of the city have to offer.

Guests can enjoy a dinner downtown after the cruise and be ready bright and early to hit the streets for the show and festivities.

As Car d’Lane joins other beloved car shows like Sandpoint’s Lost in the ‘50s that have been forced to cancel due to COVID-19, North Idaho classic car enthusiasts eagerly look forward to its return in 2021 and the opportunity to get out and celebrate, enjoy the classics and return to a sense of normalcy.

Events like Car d’Lane depend on the help and support of the community. For opportunities to volunteer and help out, call 208.415.0116 or email info@cdadowntown.com. For more information about Car d’Lane and Downtown Coeur d’Alene, visit CdADowntown.com/cardlane.

This article has been updated and differs slightly from the article you will find in print, as it was announced that Car d’Lane had been canceled after we had already gone to print on our July issue.

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ROLLER DERBY SISTERS JAMMIN’ ON THE RINK, IN THE CLASSROOM

BY TOM GREENE

Amy Palmer catches an opponent off guard playing roller derby.

Amy and her sister, Kate, play roller derby together and both recently graduated from the NIC Workforce Training Center’s CNA program.

Photo Courtesy of Danny Ngan

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wo Spirit Lake sisters are adding Certified Nursing Assistant to a list of skills that includes hip checks, jamming and avoiding rink rash.

other girls to keep them from scoring. It makes for a lot of really close teamwork,” she said.

Kate Palmer, 19, and Amy Palmer, 18, recently graduated from the Certified Nursing Assistant program at the North Idaho College Workforce Training Center. They both have their eyes set on entering NIC’s Nursing program in the future.

Kate has already finished her prerequisites for the Nursing program at NIC. Amy graduated from Timberlake High School in June but already has some college-classes under her belt, since she was a dual-credit student. The NIC Nursing program is in high demand, and there is a rigorous application process.

“A career in health care is great. It’s also a way to give back to the community. The class was so convenient, I thought, ‘Why not?’” Amy said.

“To be competitive, that CNA class really helps,” Kate said. “It’s not an actual requirement to get into nursing school, but now I can’t imagine not doing it before becoming a nurse.”

For the Palmer sisters, the family that roller derbies together stays together. They started playing in their early teens.

Kate is already working as a CNA, but she said she will earn $3 an hour more with the CNA certificate. Amy will start off working as a CNA at the higher pay grade.

“It was just supposed to be Katie (playing roller derby) at first, but it looked like so much fun,” Amy said. “I could be as aggressive as I wanted to be in a safe environment with family and friends.”

“I like that there are 15 different directions I can go in the (health-care) field. I can make good money and always have a job,” Kate said.

Growing up, the Palmers were both athletic but struggled to find their niche. They tried basketball, soccer, rugby, even boxing.

Local roller derby leagues top out at age 18, so the two sisters are currently part of pick-up leagues to stay on the rink.

“They just weren’t my thing. I couldn’t get into them. But roller derby was different. I fell in love with it on day one,” Kate said.

“Roller Derby is my safe space. It’s a place where I can grow and then bring that to my everyday life,” Kate said.

Kate said she developed self-esteem and learned how to collaborate with others to achieve a common goal from her time spent in the rink.

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LIVING FROM THE HEART Finding balance in summer’s activity

By Jeff Pufnock L.Ac. Ph.D. and Jessica Youngs L.Ac.

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ur April 2020 article spoke to the principles of spring seasonal living. Now we find ourselves in the midst of summer, the time of full expansion and expression resulting from winter’s deep rest and spring’s active growth. Summer is the manifestation and luxurious abundance of all that has been growing this year. As we see nature clearly expressing this process through the radiance of the flowers and the abundance of the farmers’ market, there is also an opportunity to recognize this process occurring within our own physiology and behavior. We are constantly being invited to find more active participation with the world around us: to rise earlier, to smell the flowers, to play in the sunshine and to take in the starry nights. In summer we are called to shine forth all of which is most beautiful within ourselves; all that was hidden by winter and growing in spring.

In Chinese medicine, health is the expression of a harmonious balance between activity and rest, and this balance should be tailored to agree with the energy of each season. Summer is the most difficult season in which to find balance between activity and rest and between the expansion and containment of our energy. It is common to try to fit in as many exuberant summer activities as possible, while many of us are supposed to be on vacation. Finding this balance is critical for our health because if our activities are too outwardly focused in summer, our energy stores are not replenished and we quickly become depleted internally, allowing for illness and disease in the upcoming colder seasons.

Summer also corresponds to the heart in Chinese medicine, which invokes a time of sharing ourselves from our hearts with our communities. The

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WHEN FEELING HOT, FOCUS ON EATING COOLING, FRESH FOODS.

IN CHINESE MEDICINE, HEALTH IS THE EXPRESSION OF A HARMONIOUS BALANCE BETWEEN ACTIVITY AND REST.

summer holds plentiful invitations to connect with our communities and to share in the abundance surrounding us all. Especially after this time of isolation and quarantine, there may be a tendency to respond with exuberant togetherness. However, it is also necessary to find balance in our social interactions, as too much outgoing energy can make us feel scattered, tired and anxious. Balance is also suggested because we still may be vulnerable in many ways after COVID-19, and we must integrate our enthusiasm to connect with others with attentiveness to our own resilience and the immune systems of others.

Summer Dietary Recommendations: • Quickly and lightly prepare a wide assortment of local fresh produce: steam, blanch, saute, simmer.

• Avoid greasy, creamy or fatty foods that are counter to the freshness of the season, as these promote sluggishness.

• Avoid foods that are overly drying, such as baked goods, chips and crackers.

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• If you have any digestive issues, avoid raw foods and iced beverages, which require excessive energy from the stomach to digest and therefore weaken the stomach’s digestive process.

• When feeling hot, focus on eating cooling, fresh foods such as salads, sprouts, cucumbers, apples, watermelon, lemons and limes. Also try eating calming bitter greens such as endive, escarole, romaine lettuce, radicchio, asparagus and dandelion.

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he philosophy underlying Integrative and Functional Medicine encourages us to address the underlying contributors that lead to disease. Tipping points to chronic illness are reached after long-term imbalances in lifestyle and dietary choices take a toll.

Addressing the symptoms we experience will help us feel better, but these aren’t solutions that lead to long-term optimal health. There are ways in which we can build resiliency and reserve so our body can respond appropriately to the challenges it receives.

I. Breathe - We can increase the capacity of our breath through strengthening and relaxing the muscles that expand the lungs. Too often we are shallow breathers. Practice breathing fully from your lower abdomen, into your back body and up into your upper chest. Not only do we take in fuel for our cells through the lungs, we also release toxins.

II. Drink Water - Chronic dehydration can take several months to eliminate. It is important to keep plenty of water in your body. Not juice, milk alternatives, wine or beer. Just clean water with good trace minerals, like spring water. This is a great support for the immune system and detoxification processes.

III. Whole Food Diet - There is no one-sizefits-all diet for everyone due to differences in genetics, lifestyle, microbiome, heath states and philosophies. Several factors are consistently important though: whole food, nutrient dense, low toxins, clean fats, small amounts of quality protein and a variety of vegetables. Eat clean real food and not too much.

IV. Supplement - Food itself is challenged to provide us adequate amounts of the core nutrients we need. Adding in effective probiotics and prebiotics, vitamins D and K, absorbable magnesium, a multi with active forms of B vitamins and chelated trace minerals, clean bioavailable omega 3s, and fiber and greens has become essential.

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V. Sleep and Relax - Rest offers important healing time. As we sleep, cells are repaired. When we take time to settle down and settle in, we release the havoc stress creates. Consistent cool temperature, background noise and blackout curtains promote restful sleep.

VI. Positive Attitude - Our thinking can be just as important as what we eat. Work to create thoughts that help you feel energized. Changing our thoughts doesn’t change the world, but it can change our experience of the world, and this has a direct effect on our health.

VII. Be Active - Our community is perfect for getting out and about. When we move and play, our body sets itself up for even more activity.

Sitting around does the opposite.

Optimal health demands proactivity, taking care of things before we have a problem. Our body does much of the work for us, but our responsibility rests squarely on nurturing these tenets of well-being.

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Common Beauty Myths TRUE OR FALSE? WE SOLVE YOUR MOST COMMON QUESTIONS

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e all want to look our best, and the beauty industry is full of information, products, tips and tricks to help us do just that.

But what information out there is true, and what is a myth?

Below we break down some common misconceptions and set your beauty record straight.

Baumann, MD, “You need seven times the normal amount of foundation and 14 times the normal amount of powder to get the sun protection factor on the label.” It is important that you wear a dedicated sunscreen under your makeup. Look for one that is labeled “broad spectrum,” meaning it protects from UVA and UVB damage.

Botox and filler will make me look unnatural and “done.”

Department store skin care is good because it is expensive.

False. Botox and filler are wonderful tools for helping you to age gracefully and continue looking like you! But you need to find an aesthetic provider who shares the same vision and approach. The technique used to place the product, the type of product used and the amount of product all plays a role in your outcome. Do your research before choosing a provider. Look at their before and after photos and schedule a consult before treatment to ensure that you are on the same page. When done well, “work” should be undetectable. You should still look like you, only refreshed.

False. The high price tag on department store beauty counter goods can fool you into thinking it is high quality. Big price tag must mean high quality, right? Wrong. While some may be better than drugstore brands, they still do not have to meet criteria set forth by the FDA to prove efficacy. They fall under the category of “cosmetics,” meaning that they are only “considered to make people more attractive.” Medical-grade skin care, on the other hand, falls under the category of “drugs,” meaning that the product has been proven to change the structure or function of the skin. So, when a medical-grade product claims to diminish fine lines for instance, it has been scientifically proven to do just that.

Junk food can cause breakouts.

True. High sugar and high fat (particularly hydrogenated fat) diets can increase the body’s sebum production, which then creates inflammatory responses in the body—sometimes in the form of acne. Further, overindulging in junk food can increase your chances of becoming deficient in skin-healthy nutrients found in fruits, vegetables and healthy fats. It is best to keep junk food to a minimum and stick with nutrientdense foods to help ward off breakouts.

I do not need to wear sunscreen because there is SPF in my foundation.

So why the higher price tag with department store brands? Advertising and packaging, whereas medical grade is more expensive because of research, blind clinical trials and FDA approval. Which would you rather pay for?

It is important to do your research when it comes to your health and beauty routine. It is easy to get caught up in mainstream hype, celebrity/ influencer advice and big marketing, but look to your professionals for the facts.

False. The amount of protection provided in your makeup is not enough to protect you from UV damage. According to Dermatologist Leslie

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GESUNDHEIT AND GOD BLESS YOU! Allergies, asthma can make life miserable

BY MARC STEWART, HERITAGE HEALTH

Hannah used to suffer from red watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing and shortness of breath.

Her allergies were a source of misery. Today, the 30-year-old North Idaho woman keeps one step ahead of her allergies during the spring and summer months.

“I am keeping my allergies at bay,” she said. “I moved to this area from California 15 years ago and my allergies have actually improved, but they never really go away.”

She takes over-the-counter allergy relief medicine every day. She also places a cold washcloth over her face to wash away any allergens from her eyes.

And she meets regularly with her health-care provider to monitor her condition, along with her asthma.

Hannah is not alone in her battle against allergies. More than 50 million Americans have experienced various types of allergies each year, and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in 13 people have asthma.

Allergy problems are often intertwined with asthma.

“Hannah’s airways are prone to swelling from allergens,” says Melanie Moss, a physician assistant with Heritage Health. “She has a lot of bad symptoms that can affect her breathing. We have to monitor it closely.”

Allergy and Asthma 101 An allergy is when your immune system reacts to a foreign substance, called an allergen. It could be something you eat, inhale into your lungs, inject into your body or touch. This reaction could cause coughing, sneezing, itchy eyes, a runny nose and a scratchy throat. In severe cases, it can cause rashes, hives, low blood pressure, breathing

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trouble, asthma attacks and even death.

Pollen from grass and trees, dust, pet dander and smoke are common allergy causes across North Idaho. While there is no cure for allergies, they have to be managed with treatment and prevention.

“I always carry an inhaler for my asthma just in case,” says Hannah. “Melanie has been awesome. I love working with her.”

Asthma is the narrowing of the airways that carry air from the nose and mouth to the lungs.

Allergens or irritating things entering the lungs trigger asthma symptoms. Symptoms include trouble breathing, wheezing, coughing and tightness in the chest. Asthma can be deadly.

• There is no cure for asthma, but it can be managed with proper prevention of asthma attacks and treatment.

• More Americans than ever before have asthma.

It is one of this country’s most common and costly diseases.

“So many of my patients have asthma and/or allergies,” says Moss. “Often their childhood asthma resolves once they reach adulthood, but allergies can still trigger an attack. We typically start with nasal sprays and other over-the-counter medications.”

If that doesn’t resolve things, patients can receive prescriptions and injections to help manage allergic reactions.

“We can find solutions,” says Moss. “Nobody should suffer from seasonal allergies.”

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PYROTECHNICS:

Fourth of July’s Bright Moment

BEHIND THE SCENES OF AMERICA’S FAVORITE INDEPENDENCE DAY EVENT

BY ABIGAIL THORPE

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very year as Independence Day approaches, we anxiously await the festivities: parades, barbeques, three-legged races and an abundance of watermelon. But the moment that has always captured American’s focus are the fireworks. Every year we wait for the moment the first explosion hits the night sky. It’s become synonymous with freedom, and the main attraction of every Fourth of July event.

Part of the magic is perhaps that we can’t see the process taking place—the brightly lit sky and colorful patterns feel almost magical. But behind the scenes there is a whole lot of work and planning that makes the show possible, and decades of science that date back to ancient China.

Historians believe fireworks’ precursors date back to the second century B.C., when the Chinese would throw bamboo stalks into the fire to produce a loud pop and explosion, thought to ward off evil spirits. Somewhere around 600 to 900 A.D., Chinese alchemists mixed potassium nitrate, sulfur and charcoal to produce the original “gunpowder.” They would then pack this powder into hollowed out bamboo stalks—which would later become stiff paper tubes—and light them on fire, forming the very first man-made fireworks.

It wasn’t until the 13th century that gunpowder started making its way into Europe and Arabia. It was quickly adopted for military purposes, but also gained a popular use in fireworks used to celebrate military victories and mark celebrations and ceremonies. In medieval England, the first skilled fireworks professionals were known as “firemasters,” and their assistants were “green men,” aptly named because of their caps made of leaves to protect their heads from the sparks.

Italians in the 1830s were the first to incorporate trace amounts of metals and other additives to the powder to produce the colorful, vibrant modern

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fireworks that we know today. Fireworks came with the first colonists to the Americas and were a popular part of colonial life.

The day before the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress, John Adams memorably predicted in a letter to his wife the significant role fireworks would hold in celebrating the independence of the United States.

“The day will be most memorable in the history of America,” he wrote. “I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anniversary festival. It ought to be solemnized with pomp and parade … bonfires and illuminations [fireworks] … from one end of this continent to the other, from this time forward forevermore.”

And so it would be—since its inception, the United States has used fireworks to mark its independence, with shows taking place in large cities and small towns alike throughout the country.

But our beloved fireworks displays don’t just happen every year.

In fact, planning for them often starts the previous year, says Heather Gobet, president of Western Display Fireworks out of Oregon. “There's so much that goes into one of these,” adds Gobet. Fireworks for the shows need to be ordered over a year in advance, and there are a lot of permits, paperwork and state and national laws that have to be taken into consideration.

The process of planning a fireworks show begins with a preliminary evaluation of the site through Google Earth.

There has to be adequate room for a display, and the space will determine the size and types of fireworks that can be used. “If you're using smaller caliber multi-shot boxes, you may only need 100, 150 feet,” says Gobet. But the large shells require 1,000 feet in every direction.

“There's kind of two major components of designing a fireworks show,” explains Gobet. “The first one is safety. There are state and federal laws that dictate how much area you have to have open around the launch site.” After evaluating the site on Google Earth, Gobet’s team will talk to the sponsors about their goals for the show, their budget, and the context of the event the fireworks are being used for.

This initial conversation sets the stage for early planning of the show, and at this point, the pyrotechnics company will go out to the site in person to understand the logistics of the launch area.

Once the show is designed and a contract put together, it gets sent off to the customer for approval. “There may be some back and forth,” says Rich Vaughan, district manager and show designer in Spokane, Washington, for Pyro Spectaculars.

Once it is approved, permits are filed and the process begins.

“I take the show design itself, and depending on the size of the show, I do the choreography and how the show will be laid out,

since its inception, the United States has used fireworks to mark its independence, with shows taking place in large cities and small towns alike throughout the country.

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how it will be fired. We make sure we have a good crew that is experienced,” adds Vaughan.The majority of Western Display Fireworks’ crews for the Fourth of July shows are between six and 12 people, says Gobet, and shows start out at $15,000 to $20,000 at a minimum and go up from there. The process of getting permits and approval is fairly laborious, and there are different laws in each state pyrotechnics companies have to know and work with. “We have so many entities that we have to answer to,” says Vaughan.

Once the permit is received from the fire department, the physical planning for the event starts. “On Lake Coeur d’Alene [in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho] we have to sign up barges and tug boots, file a marine permit to be on the lake,” explains Vaughan. “When I design the show, all the paperwork goes to California, they pack the shows and then they ship them up, and we have a storage facility where everything goes.” Setup for the show usually starts the day before, but often the fireworks arrive the day of the show, since you have to have 24-hour security and house the fireworks a certain distance from any inhabited building, says Gobet.

Equipment like forklifts and cranes will often be used to move the fireworks and mortars around on site. “For every single firework that goes up in the air you need a tube to launch it,” she adds.

If you have an electric or computer firing system that actually launches the fireworks, then you need a preprogrammed script.

While small shows can still be hand fired, the majority are fired electrically. Anything on the water is electrically fired. “We can shoot in just about any weather,” says Vaughan. “What will shut us down is wind. The wind is really bad.” In addition to wind, dangerous fire conditions can also halt a fireworks show. But the rain—and even snow or below zero temps—isn’t enough to stop the show.

The second component of designing a fireworks show is presentation, says Gobet. Multiple zones, water features, themes, color combinations and the type of event all play a part in determining the design of the show. “One of the things we pride ourselves on is the artistic value of what we do,” says Vaughan.

There are 2,500 different types of effects you can use to put a program together in conjunction with or without music, says Gobet. A lot of times there are scripted shows that don’t have music, so the fireworks are the show. If there is music involved, fireworks can be planned and timed in conjunction with the music. “In virtually every case that we're involved in, when somebody's purchasing a show, they're not just purchasing a show,” says Gobet. They’re purchasing everything involved—the design, the planning, the presentation, the equipment and the day of show.

“I take a look at what I have available to me, and then I try and do color scenarios,” explains Vaughan. “When you get into really big production shows you do what they call scenes. What you don't want to do is shoot the same stuff over and over again, it gets repetitive. If they have the same budget, I don't just pull up last year's show and repeat it. Everything I do is custom designed.”

When it comes to pyrotechnics companies, the majority are family companies that have been in the business a long time.

“The crazy thing is, virtually every major fireworks company in the U.S. is a family business. I'm the fourth generation, my kids work here, they're the fifth,” says Gobet.

“Almost, without exception, the fireworks production companies are people who are born into it,” she says. The pyrotechnicians come from all walks of life, but a large number are people who

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were born into it or who have loved fireworks since they were kids.

It’s what makes the pyrotechnics industry special. “The family nature of this business and the fact that some of the customers we're dealing with go back to doing business with my parents and grandparents,” says Gobet. Despite—or perhaps because of— its smaller size and family roots, Western Display Fireworks brings professionalism and excellence to every show they put on.

“We would go up against the biggest shows that anyone in the country could do,” she adds. “We made a conscious effort to not change the geographic area where we operate or that small-company feel. We've traveled the world and seen the best of the best, and then we try to apply that to what we do.”

Vaughan’s story with fireworks began in 1984 when he was a young adult. A friend of his father’s worked in the fireworks

industry. Vaughan got roped into helping with a show, and he was instantly hooked. “I did that show and I told George this is the coolest thing ever; I want to do this for a living. I was banging on his door every time I heard there

“Almost, without exception, the fireworks production companies are people who are born into it.”

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was a fireworks show,” he laughs. He worked for free in the evenings after he got off from his regular day-time job, and when George retired in 1989, Vaughan took over the business.

Last year alone, they worked on 180 firework shows. “You stay busy all the time,” he says.

This year fireworks companies have been hit hard by the virus. “Everyone’s sales are down tremendously,” says Vaughan. As many cities and towns across the U.S. cancel or postpone their Fourth of July and other fireworks events, it’s been a tough time for the companies that rely on the business. But they’re hopeful when COVID lifts, things will rebound and be even busier than before.

It’s not an industry for the faint of heart, but it is one that holds a lot of passion. People are in it for the long haul. So this time, when those bursts of magic reign down this Fourth of July, we can all appreciate just how much time— and work—went into our favorite display of independence.

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People making a difference in our hometown

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oeur d’Alene is a unique place. Anyone stopping through can sense the difference, and there’s a reason for that. It’s a warm, open, proud and caring community. Generations of families have lived here, and those who moved from other places came because they love what North Idaho has to offer: the beauty, the outdoors, the opportunity, and most importantly, the community.

Despite the lovely beauty that surrounds us, and the outdoor opportunities that beckon, it’s the people in our community who make it truly amazing to live here. Walk into your local library, visit a local store or restaurant, or join a community meeting, and odds are you’ve run into them. The kinds of people who give so much to benefit their community and ask for nothing in return. Their reward is to see a thriving, close-knit community that cares for its people.

Jamie Green is a fifth generation North Idaho native. She grew up in Coeur d’Alene, and after college at Boise State, returned to raise her own family here. “Growing up here, most teenagers don’t understand Coeur d’Alene’s magic,” she says.

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Green’s roots go deep in North Idaho—her paternal great-grandparents owned a furniture store next to the Dingle Building on Sherman, and her maternal grandfather developed land in North Idaho, owning part of Farragut State Park at one time. “My connection to Coeur d’Alene and North Idaho is one of heritage, pride and love,” she says.

After the birth of her first child in 2007, Green created a business manufacturing baby products that allowed her to work from home and stay with her daughter. She sold the business in 2017, transitioning into helping her husband start Kootenai Law Group and working as the director of marketing at the firm. “This position allows me to network with our community, stay involved, and use my skills for website design, social media and event planning with both work and the nonprofits I serve,” she explains.

When her eldest daughter of four children started elementary school, Green became more actively involved in serving the community. “My heart has always been with the children in our community,” she says.

She began her volunteering in her daughter’s classroom, and then started Girl Scout Troop 3062 with a friend. “My philanthropic journey deepened when I became a board member for the Children’s Village in 2017,” she adds. Her husband Robert and she became PTA co-presidents in 2018 and along with other parents helped triple the budget and start programs and initiatives to develop the culture of learning, family and community for children, staff and families. “My life’s mission will continue to lead me in ways to serve the underprivileged children in my hometown,” Green adds.

Her love of her hometown and state has only deepened over the years. She has memories of summers on Priest Lake with her parents, memories she now strives to share with her children. “Even though I’ve lived here for 37 years, I still find new things to explore or old ones to fall in love with all over again,” she says. “Coeur d’Alene offers the outside adventures I crave, the four seasons I love, the hometown feel that keeps me connected to my community, and the opportunities for my family to enrich our lives with service to others.”

Coeur d’Alene is a unique place.

Anyone stopping through can sense the difference, and there’s a reason for that. It’s a warm, open, proud and caring community.

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Vanessa Moos’ passion for serving the community started in college, through the process of two separate internships. The first was with a forprofit global polymer company, the second was in marketing at the Cleveland National Air Show.

“Working with volunteers who would use their vacation time at work just so they could be involved in their favorite air show brought beautiful humans together, aligned by one common cause,” she remembers. “After seeing this incredible wave of

A TOWN IS ONLY AS STRONG AS passion, I realized the environment of a nonprofit would be the best work for me ... this is where you consistently find people who care, and those people are the ones I want to be around each day.”

Moos grew up in a diverse area of Cleveland, the daughter of a Venezuelan native and an American father. Her work ethic is deeply ingrained—learned from her parents.

Her dad worked three jobs to allow her the privilege of a private education.

“If I wanted to buy a new pair of jeans in high school, I had to work for the money,” she recalls.

She, her husband and two boys moved to his hometown of Coeur d’Alene two years ago after several moves throughout the country during his 12 years in the Marine Corps. “In 2018 we bought our home in Coeur d’Alene and haven’t looked back,” she says.

She now serves as the director of Charitable Giving at the Children’s

Village, managing philanthropic giving and events, marketing and outreach, in addition to its social media. “As a nonprofit industry professional, I can call the president of a company in the same day as I talk to someone donating their time as a volunteer, and we all come to the organization for the same reason—to help and to make a difference,” Moos says.

Alongside her nonprofit work, Moos is part of the leadership 2020 class through the Coeur d’Alene Chamber and owns a party rental business called CDA Kids Rentals + Play. “Between that and my 2- and 4-year-old, things are pretty busy these days!” she smiles.

A town is only as strong as the people in it, and we have some incredible locals who make a lasting impact on Coeur d’Alene. Take a moment to meet the people behind the scenes who make this town what it is—like Jamie Green and Vanessa Moos, among many others.

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The profound impact of small businesses is multidimensional and often underestimated. Now more than ever, it’s time to rally in support of shopping small.

Can you imagine what your neighborhood or town would look and feel like without any of its locally owned businesses? Each small business adds a bit of value, culture and diversity to their surrounding community in a way that larger chains simply don’t have the ability to. Economically, the impact of small businesses on both local and national levels is critical, and only expected to grow.

The exact definition of “small business” can be difficult to articulate.

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Most often, small businesses are defined within a specific range of assets, revenues and employees.

The federal government sets the definition by trade; for example, having less than 100 employees as a wholesale company, less than 500 employees in manufacturing, and generating less than $6 million in the retail and service industries.

Consumers may define “small business” as their favorite local boutique, the corner restaurant or bar they frequent, or the locally owned fitness studio where their mornings begin. With some reflection, it isn’t difficult to identify the small businesses that have become a major part of your daily life.

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LAND OF THE HOME OF THE SMALL-BUSINESS OWNERS Each small business adds a bit of value, culture and diversity to their surrounding community in a way that larger chains simply don’t have the ability to.

Economically, the impact of small businesses on both local and national levels is critical, and only expected to grow.

It’s largely because of this, small businesses becoming so ingrained into the daily lives of many, that they have also become a major lifeblood of their local economy. Of their revenue, a significantly larger portion is recycled back into the community compared to chain stores. According to G1VE, one Chicago study found that $68 from every $100 spent at a local business will stay within that community, compared to $43 from $100 spent at a chain.

On a national level, the United States Small Business Administration found that small businesses generated 44 percent of the country’s economic activity from 1998 to 2014, an impressive feat when up against the immensely larger chain establishments and Fortune 500 companies. Today, over 50 percent of sales made in the U.S. come from small businesses.

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Sales provide the need for increased staffing and job opportunities.

More than half of the United States’ jobs in the last 25 years have been created by small businesses. There are over 30 million small businesses in the country, and as that total continues to rise, so does the potential for more people to be hired.

Beyond their economic impact, many small business owners cultivate an experience within their establishment that transcends outward into the community. Passionate business owners who pursue their ideas and share their talents while achieving financial independence are often, deservedly, a source of inspiration. Times that are difficult and uncertain call for leaders like these; consumers often look to them for comfort, certainty and motivation, just as owners look to consumers for the continued support to stay operational.

The relationships between small-business owners and their customers is truly something special. The care an owner puts into the business they’ve poured their heart and soul into will be the level of care they take with their customers, and that can be felt throughout the “shop small” experience.

Being locals themselves provides small-business owners a greater ability to foster deep connections with shoppers, community members and fellow owners, promoting an environment of collaboration and support. Knowing exactly who is behind a business provides a level

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Small businesses impact their local community and economy in ways that are unmatched. They stimulate economic growth, diversity and innovation within their communities, both locally and nationally, all while touching the lives of the patrons who walk through their doors.

Right now, the importance of supporting small businesses has become more critical than ever. With uncertainty being a constant presence throughout the last several months, businesses and consumers alike have drawn on creative solutions to stay afloat during trying times. Making cuts and adjustments to everything from operational procedures to the presence of staff, business owners face difficult decisions every day while navigating an unprecedented period of crisis.

Although supporting your favorite small businesses may look different today than it has in the past, there are still ample ways to show your support in 2020.

Some of the most simple ways include ordering takeout and delivery, shopping online and buying gift cards. A supportive gesture doesn’t have to cost anything; it’s also as easy as pausing (rather than canceling) a membership or subscription, and promoting your favorite establishments through wordof-mouth and social media.

Every purchase and each demonstration of support makes an impact. For the business, it contributes to keeping their doors open and their people employed. For the community, it contributes to keeping diversity and innovation thriving, and the spirit of entrepreneurship alive.

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t’s easy to feel like you need to do something big and important in order to make a difference, but often the opportunities to make an impact on your community are right in front of you; all it takes is the first step. It’s the small things that often make the most difference. Here are some great ways to positively impact your community today.

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1. Use your skills to fill a gap in your community.

You don’t have to go through extensive training to find a way you can make a difference. The best way to give back to your community is to use skill sets and talents you already have. Take something you do well and enjoy, and find a gap in your community you can help fill—even if it’s something that’s not readily apparent. Whether it’s a talent for numbers and accounting, a love for cooking and baking, or the ability to unite and lead a group, there’s a perfect opportunity where you can do what you do best.

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2. Mentor someone.

We are the people we are today because along the way individuals took the time to take us under their wing, teach us something new, guide us and share their wisdom or advice. It’s our turn to give back. Find an opportunity to help someone younger than yourself, or to teach someone a skill or ability that will help them achieve their goals. We’re not all on this road alone; every mentor and teacher we have along the way is the secret to our success. You can be that person who made a difference in someone’s life.

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3. Focus on local.

When it comes to giving back, start right in your own community.

Focus on how you can make a difference locally. This starts with your daily habits—choose to shop locally and support local businesses. When was the last time you went to a community meeting? Part of giving back to the community is knowing what’s going on in your town, finding ways you can contribute and using your voice to make sure change is for the better.

4. Start a club, team or group.

Have you ever thought, “It would be nice if there was a group or club for that”? Be the one who starts that book club, cooking group or event fundraising team. Sometimes the lack of something is simply an opportunity to step forward and take up the helm. You’ll contribute something to the community, provide a space and outlet for people who share a common interest, and grow as a leader in the process. And who knows, you may just make some new friends and learn something new along the way.

5. Volunteer.

There are so many organizations that depend on volunteers for their survival. From helping animals to feeding the hungry, cleaning up streets, building trails or working with kids, there are a ton of opportunities to give back to a local volunteer organization or event. Choose an area that you feel passionate about, and make a commitment to volunteer once a month to start. It won’t take that much time out of your schedule and will make a big difference in the lives of others. Nonprofit organizations are the backbone of serving a community, and it just takes your commitment to lend a helping hand.

6. Random acts of kindness.

It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day bustle of life, but you can completely change a person’s day through one random act of kindness. Take a moment out of your day to take your neighbor’s trash out, buy a coffee for a stranger or leave a generous tip for your server. Maybe someone needs a helping hand to cross the street or help carrying bags to her car. It won’t throw your day off track, will brighten someone else's day (you never know what someone else is going through), and just the process of doing something nice for someone else will boost your mood and give your day purpose.

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MOUNTAIN, CITY, SEA Tacoma and Pierce County fit the bill

By Marguerite Cleveland Photos Courtesy of Travel Tacoma

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ave you ever been challenged while planning a vacation? Some in the group want outdoor fun while others want the cultural experiences only found in a city. Tacoma and Pierce County is a destination sure to appeal to everyone in your group. It’s only 42 miles from a saltwater shoreline to the peak of a glacial volcano with an art-focused downtown in between. Discover exhilarating outdoor activities at Mount Rainier National Park. Learn about art glass in Downtown Tacoma and see why the art form really shows off the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Then throw in a bonus by visiting Gig Harbor, the Maritime City, because who doesn’t love time spent by or on the water. Plan to stay a night in each area for a short getaway or add a few more days to explore in depth for a longer vacation.

Mountain Every now and then you stumble upon a unique lodging that is incredibly special. The Paradise Village Lodge is just such a place. Lovingly renovated to look like a Ukrainian village, owner Anatoliy Zaika has created a cozy inn with comfortable touches from the old country. He and his family run the lodging, restaurant and coffee shop in the town of Ashford, the gateway to Mt. Rainier. Make sure to try the galushki, Ukrainian gnocchi which is a rich and hearty dish. What really brings people to stay here is the Instagram-worthy Cannibal Hot Tub. A giant cauldron is heated over a wood fire to create the most unusual soak you will ever have.

To get the most out of your time at Mt. Rainier, book a Discover Nature Tour with Diann Sheldon. She has degrees in ecology and evolutionary biology and is truly knowledgeable about the flora and fauna in the park. With many years of experience exploring Mt. Rainier, she knows the ins and outs of the crowds and how to plan a day which will have you experiencing the best the park has to offer.

Before each tour she speaks with you to plan a day based on your interests. A tour is only as good as the guide, and Sheldon is engaging and never boring. In July, wildflowers will start peeking out in lower elevations and will peak at higher elevations in August. Well worth seeing.

After a day in the park, stop at the Wildberry Restaurant. You can’t miss it with Buddhist prayer flags adorning the building and courtyard.

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EXPLORE MOUNTAIN, CITY AND SEA ALL IN ONE DESTINATION.

It is owned by Lhakpa Gelu Sherpa, who holds the world speed record by summiting Mt. Everest from base camp to the top in 10 hours, 56 minutes and 46 seconds. He has climbed to the summit of Mount Everest 15 times and Mount Rainier 95 times. The restaurant is decorated with memorabilia of his exploits. Now his wife, Fulamu, shines as the chef of the restaurant serving up Nepalese favorites from home as well as American pub fare.

City Tacoma has all the big-city amenities with a small-town charm. The Silver Cloud Tacoma Waterfront has one of the best locations in town.

Every room has a waterfront view and it is just 2 miles from the Museum District and 3 miles from Point Defiance. You can easily walk from the hotel to numerous restaurants along Ruston Way on the waterfront urban trail that connects to Point Ruston, where you can find restaurants, shops and a movie theater.

You can’t go to Tacoma without seeing artwork from the most renowned glass artist in the world, Dale Chihuly. You can see his work at two

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To really appreciate what Tacoma has to offer, take a tour offered by Pretty Gritty. “Tacoma is a beautiful and honest city. It's a city of entrepreneurs and innovators. From craft breweries, to restaurants, to experiences, most businesses here are owned by passionate and local owners, so you get an experience or flavor that is wholly unique to the area,” said Chris Staudinger, owner of Pretty Gritty Tours. “Our ‘Get to Know Tacoma’ tour is a crash course in the art, food and history of the area and prepares you to launch into the city proper.”

African American business owner Terry Waller has created a Victorian wonderland at her Olive Branch Café and Tea Room located at Freighthouse Square. A master of upcycling, she has transformed this warehouse space into an oasis. From the time you walk in the door, are greeted with a hug and hear Brian playing the grand piano, you know you are in for a treat. Reservations are a must, and order one of the specialty

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The Specifics WHERE TO STAY Paradise Village Lodge - ParadiseVillageLodge.com Silver Cloud Tacoma Waterfront SilverCloud.com/Tacoma Maritime Inn Gig Harbor - MaritimeInn.com WHERE TO EAT Wildberry - RainierWildberry.com The Olive Branch Café and Tea Room OliveBranch-Cafe.com Brix 25 - HarborBrix.com WHAT TO DO Tacoma Visitors Information - TravelTacoma.com Discover Nature with Diann Sheldon TourMtRainier.com Pretty Gritty Tours - PrettyGrittyTours.com Tacoma Attraction Pass Explore.TravelTacoma.com Gig Harbor Gondola - GigHarborGondola.com Heritage Distilling - HeritageDistilling.com Gig Harbor Boat Shop – GigHarborBoatShop.org

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teas so you can try all the deliciousness the Olive Branch Café has to offer. Make sure to check out the hat room for a jazzy hat or fascinator to wear while you enjoy your tea.

Sea For a more intimate “sea” experience, head across the Tacoma Narrows Bridge to Gig Harbor, a maritime city. You will want to head to the waterfront, which is known as downtown. Plan to stay at the Maritime Inn Gig Harbor. This cute boutique inn is located across the street from the harbor and centrally located so you can walk everywhere.

Rather than your typical harbor cruise, book a trip on the Gig Harbor Gondola. Owner John "Cinque" Synco will serenade you as you float through Gig Harbor. Reservations are a must, and you can order appetizers or just stop by the Harbor General Store to pick up your own and a bottle of prosecco, an Italian sparkling wine.

Gig Harbor is well known for its many great restaurants, but Brix 25˚ really stands out. This is one of the pricier places to eat but well worth it.

The food is outstanding, but they really shine with the craft cocktails. All the ingredients are fresh or made in house. Classic cocktails are updated and reimagined with a Brix twist. Each season a new cocktail list is created so there is always something new to try.

The Gig Harbor BoatShop has classic boats you can rent to take out on the harbor. If you have more time, book a family boat building workshop

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over a weekend. Over two days you will build your own rowboat which you can take home with you.

No visit to Gig Harbor is complete without a visit to Heritage Distilling.

What started as a small, local business now has multiple locations throughout Washington and Oregon. Their signature Brown Sugar Bourbon has won “World’s Best Flavored Whiskey” by Whisky Magazine’s World Whiskies Awards in both 2018 and 2019. It really is that good and put this company on the map. There is a tasting room in Downtown Gig Harbor and in Uptown Gig Harbor is the distillery.

There is so much to see and do in Tacoma and Pierce County. Visit Travel Tacoma for more ideas and itineraries so you can explore mountain, city and sea all in one destination.

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FOURTH OF JULY PARFAITS Recipe & Photo Courtesy of Tina VanDenHeuvel, NTP NHC INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 cups fresh raspberries 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries Lemon cookies (see recipe below) Coconut cream (see recipe below) FOR THE LEMON COOKIE 3/4 cup salted butter, softened 1 cup Erythritol sweetener Zest of 1 lemon 1 large egg 1 egg yolk Juice from one lemon 1 tsp. pure lemon extract 1 3/4 cups almond flour 1/4 cup coconut flour 2 tsp. baking powder METHOD: • In a medium bowl using a hand mixer, cream the butter and sugar. Add lemon zest, egg, yolk, lemon juice and extract and mix thoroughly. Add almond flour, coconut flour and baking powder and mix until all ingredients are combined.

• Refrigerate dough for 15 minutes.

• Scoop 1 tablespoon-sized cookie dough into your palm and roll into balls. Place on a parchment-lined cookie sheet at least 2 inches apart.

• Bake at 350˚F for 9 to 10 minutes. Let cool entirely before serving.

FOR THE COCONUT CREAM 1 (13.5 oz.) full fat canned coconut milk 1 tsp. vanilla METHOD: • Place the can of coconut milk in the refrigerator for up to at least 4 hours. Chill a medium glass bowl in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.

• Open your can of coconut milk and scoop out all of the cream into the bowl. Reserve liquid for another recipe like a soup or smoothie.

• Using a hand mixer, fluff up the coconut cream for one minute. Add vanilla and mix for another minute until creamy.

• Use the coconut cream right away or store in a glass jar with a fitted lid for up to one week.

L AY E R I N G T H E PA R FA I T • Using a pint-sized mason jar, layer parfaits in this order: lemon cookie, cream, blueberries, lemon cookie, raspberries and then cream. Repeat each layer. Each jar should hold 4 total layers. On the top layer use both raspberries and blueberries.

• Serve immediately or keep chilled in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

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SWEET LOU’S RESTAURANT AND TAP HOUSE American fare with a twist. Ribs (pork or bison) smoked in house. Unique burger menu featuring burgers made from ground top sirloin, topped with pulled pork, hand-battered onion rings or jalapenos. 32 beers on tap to enjoy while watching the game on one of their 24, 4K TVs.

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he Culinary Stone has been serving the Coeur d’Alene community for six years now, and exciting things are happening!

At Seasons of Coeur d’Alene Fresh Grill, you will find a menu that is delicious and always fresh! Whether you choose to dine in the intimate dining room, at the vibrant bar or quiet fireplace lounge, it’s sure to be an unforgettable dining experience. They also offer banquet and meeting facilities. You can find Seasons in Downtown Coeur d’Alene just one block off Sherman.

Be sure to stop by their neighborhood boutique deli for artisan deli meats and cheeses. They invite you to take a seat and enjoy great food. Try their delicious gourmet sandwiches, salads and homemade soups, all made to order!

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If you are looking for that perfect charcuterie or veggie platter for a party or special event that is not only tasty but a work of art, The Culinary Stone is read to make it happen.

Just call or stop in. And don’t forget about their café featuring artisan breads, European pastries and cakes.

Each week, area chefs invite you to pull up a seat at one of The Culinary Stone’s cooking classes, where you will learn to create new delicious meals that you can share with others, all while engaging with new friends. They also host weekly wine tastings, so you can explore new wines to pair with your meals at home.

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The Deli is open 10:30am to 6pm Monday through Saturday, 10:30am to 5pm Sunday; while The Cafe is open 7:30am to 5:30pm Monday through Saturday, 10:30am to 5pm Sunday.

Join MAX at Mirabeau for an unforgettable experience. You’ll be treated to eclectic cuisine, an award-winning menu with more than 100 items, a wine list boasting more than 500 labels and 75 eclectic cocktails—a perfect match for everything on the menu. Enjoy two happy hours daily, a-la-carte brunch featuring multiple benedicts, mimosas and the area’s best Bloody Mary Bar—starting at only $5.90 per person! There’s live music on Friday and Saturday evenings, and late-night dining with a full menu is offered until close. Open daily at 6am.

Enjoy an experience you won’t find anywhere else … at The Culinary Stone.

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THE PORCH PUBLIC HOUSE A beautiful golf-course view without the cost of joining the country club. They offer a full menu of sandwiches, salads, soups and specialties prepared from scratch without the high price of fine dining, and the region’s finest cocktails, microbrews and wines to accompany your meal. Feel at home in the comfortable pub-style dining room or the fantastic outdoor dining area. Open daily at 11am year round.

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MOON TIME Serving some of the best food around in a comfortable pub-style atmosphere. The menu offers soups, sandwiches, pastas, salads and other specialties prepared from scratch daily, along with a fantastic selection of micro-brewed beers and fine wines by the glass and bottle. Open daily at 11am, the kitchen is open late every night. Be sure to stop in Thursday night for live music featuring national and local artists. For more information including photos, menu, specials and directions, make sure to visit their website.

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FISHERMAN’S MARKET 2 SEPARATE RESTAURANTS TO SATISFY ANY CRAVING

A local favorite for an array of reasons, including the friendly staff, unbeatable atmosphere and phenomenal food. Find fresh fish at Fisherman’s on the market side, while the grill offers everything from fish and chips, specialty tartars, fish tacos, salads, steamers, catfish, oyster po’ boys and more. Check out the sushi bar and the offerings of beer, wine and sake.

DELICIOUS FOOD & FUN COCKTAILS 41 Lakeshore Drive, Sagle, ID Next to the Lodge at Sandpoint

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VINE & OLIVE EATERY AND WINE BAR Guests will be treated to European-inspired small plates using simple, seasonal ingredients for simply good food served with soul, executed with Northwest flair. Choose from the full wine bar, which serves thoughtful wines by the glass and eight local brews on tap, to complement your meal. Voted Best of 2019 Wine Bar and Girls Night Out.

2037 N. Main St. | Coeur d’Alene 208.758.7770 | VineAndOliveCdA.com

FORTY-ONE SOUTH A beautiful waterfront, fine-dining restaurant in a romantic lodge setting overlooking Lake Pend Oreille. Whether it is summer on the patio or cozying up to the fireplace in the winter, Forty-One South’s spectacular sunsets, innovative cuisine, full bar and extensive wine list are sure to make it a memorable night out. A variety of delicious food year-round.

Reservations recommended.

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SHOGA POKÉ & COCKTAIL BAR Newly reopened and located in the Lodge at Sandpoint, at Shoga Poké & Cocktail Bar, guests will be treated to the finest in cuisine, featuring fresh and unique poké bowls, delicious Asian-fusion entrees and appetizer, innovative, handcrafted cocktails, all paired with amazing sunset views overlooking Lake Pend Oreille.

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41 Lakeshore Dr. | Sagle 208.265.2001 | ShogaSandpoint.com

MOONDOLLARS BISTRO Moondollars Bistro is known for their burgers, accompanied by scratch-made bread and soups. They uses only fresh ingredients, which are the backbone of this customer favorite. With a comfortable, friendly atmosphere, awesome food, great service, huge patio and full bar there is always something to keep customers coming back for more.

5416 W. Village Blvd. | Rathdrum 208.687.5396 | MoondollarsBistro.com

ANGELO’S RISTORANTE Angelo’s is the local favorite with a taste of homemade, authentic Italian cuisine! Join them for a fresh, organic, hand-crafted menu of veal, steak, chicken, seafood, pasta and gluten-free offerings. They also offer an extensive wine selection and warm romantic décor.

Catering and private cooking classes available with Chef Angelo.

846 N. Fourth St. | Coeur d’Alene 208.765.2850 | AngelosRistorante.net

MONARCH RAMEN + NOODLE HOUSE Monarch Ramen + Noodle House in Coeur d’Alene’s midtown opened in fall 2019 to eager diners. Specializing in ramen and noodle dishes, as well as a variety of smallplate options, guests will be treated to incredible cuisine paired with great brews and service.

1401 N. Fourth St.| Coeur d’Alene 208.966.4230 | MonarchNoodles.com

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TIM’S SPECIAL CUT MEATS Tim’s Special Cut Meats is your perfect, old-fashioned butcher shop. The friendly staff is ready to help you pick out the perfect cut. Tim’s carries only the finest natural meats and also handles custom orders, with an extensive line of house-made products from pickled garlic to specialty sauces, marinades, rubs and salsas. Mobile butchering and wild game processing are also available.

525 N. Graffiti St. | Post Falls 208.772.3327 | fTimsSpecialCutMeats TimsSpecialCutMeats.com

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» Gates open at 9:00am. » Quarter mile begins at 10:00am. » Races are 30min apart. » Each race is open to all ages. » Quarter Mile. Half Mile. One Mile. 5K. » Register at RunningShoes4Kids.org or on race day email RunningShoes4Kids@gmail.com EACH RUNNER RECEIVES:

We at Running Shoes 4Kids, empower youth. We provide each student, male & femaile, an opportunity to receive a pair of quality running shoes in our #GoGood community project.

1 Raffle Ticket for a Chance to Win 1 of 50 Pairs of Running Shoes.

1 Free Iced Beverage From a Local Business.

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Running Shoes 4 Kids is a Non-Profit 501c3. We appreciate and accept donations. Donate new/gently used running shoes. RS4K Charity.

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25 RUNNING SHOES 4 KIDS IS ALL ABOUT EMPOWERING YOUTH. They provide each student an opportunity to receive a pair of quality running shoes in their #GoGood community project.

Mark your calendar (and be sure to tell your friends!) for Saturday, July 25. Grab the kiddos and head to Volunteer Park in Spirit Lake for the eighth annual Run to Summer family fun run. With a 1/4-mile, 1/2-mile, 1-mile and 5k distance, there’s just the perfect race for each runner in your family, and each race is open to all ages. Race categories include: Youth, Adult, Family, Team of 10 and Team of 25+.

Gates open at 9am, with the 1/4-mile race kicking off at 10am, and the race starting times 30 minutes apart.

Each participating child will receive one raffle ticket for a chance to win one of 50 pairs of running shoes, one free iced beverage from a local business, and one #GoGood swag bag. Medals, ribbons and prizes will be given out following each race, and running shoes will be raffled in between each race.

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Additional raffle tickets can be purchased for $1 or 20 tickets for $10.

Complete the early bird registration by July 15, $10 for youth and $15 for adults. For those who take advantage of the early bird registration, they will also be entered to win: two Silverwood tickets, a pair of running shoes from Fleet Feet, five passes to the KROC Center, $50 gift card to Tri-State Outfitters, a bike helmet from Two-Wheeler Dealer and more! After July 15, registration will be $15 for youth and $20 for adults (scholarships are available).

This is a community event that brings friends, family and businesses together for a day full of fun and healthy activity.

Registration can be done online at RunningShoes4Kids.org, though there will be race-day registration.

Running Shoes 4 Kids is a nonprofit 501c3. To find out more, visit RunningShoes4Kids.com or Facebook.com/RunningShoes4Kids.

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4TH ANNUAL BREW FEST JULY 11 What better way to spend a hot summer day in North Idaho than by enjoying greet brews and fun in Downtown Coeur d’Alene!

The fourth annual Downtown Coeur d’Alene Brewfest is set for Saturday, July 11. Held outdoors at McEuen Park from 1 to 8pm, purchase your ticket for the opporTunity to sample from 30 beers and ciders. Tickets are $25 per person and include six 5-ounce beer pours and a commemorative pint glass. Extra tasting tickets are available for $2 each. There will also be a great selection of food, Cornhole Tournament with big prizes, yard games, a DJ and the chance to win beer for a year! Find the event on EventBrite. com for additional information and to purchase tickets.

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It’s that time again for Hayden’s highlight of the summer ... Hayden Days! This two-day event is held at McIntire Family Park. The fun takes place 2 to 9pm Friday, July 24, and 10am to 9pm Saturday, July 25. Presented by Idaho Central Credit Union, this promises to be a weekend of fun for all ages, with live music from the Kelly Hughes Band and The Rhythm Dawgs, Pancake Feed at Northern Lakes Fire Department, parade, car show, Hayden Senior Center Beer & Wine Garden, Hayden’s Got Talent, plus great food and vendors, children’s games, pony rides, bounce houses and more!

Don’t miss a weekend of fun as Hayden celebrates its 65th birthday!

For additional information, call Hayden Rec and Community Events at 208.209.1080.

This year marks the 29th annual Downtown Coeur d’Alene Street Fair. The best arts and crafts weekend in the Northwest! During the hustle and bustle of summer activities here in Coeur d’Alene, there is nothing quite like this three-day event, where the community and visitors come together to explore the dozens of vendors offering a variety of goods from fine art and crafts to specialty goods and food, and much, much more! Head downtown to Sherman Avenue to explore all of the wonderful offerings: Friday, July 31, 10am to 8pm; Saturday, August 1, 10am to 8pm; and Sunday, August 2, 10am to 5pm. For additional information about the 2020 event, please call 208.415.0116, email info@cdadowntown.com or visit CdADowntown.com/streetfair.

Please check event websites as events draw near for up-to-date information.

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