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PUBLISHER Fireworks and Picnics Summer is here and so begins the hectic schedule of balancing work, family, friends, backyard parties, events, out-of-town guests and for a lot of us the kids are home all the time. We live in a blessed place. The fresh, cool morning air, the heat of the sun bouncing off the water in the afternoon and the smell of pine in the early evening. Our days are long and the nights never seem to end. People from all over come to visit us, they pack in and take over, fill our shops, hotels and restaurants, just what we need to get us all through another year economically. Its a busy, yet fun time.

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As our nation’s birthday is celebrated all across the country with parades, fireworks and picnics, I encourage you to take time during this fun-filled holiday to reflect for a moment on its meaning: the birth of America 239 years ago. It’s an independence many in our history fought hard to gain. I am sure those who signed the Declaration of Independence could in no way envision what America would grow to become, yet they would be so proud for many reasons, specifically how we all take the time to celebrate their courage and sacrifice made.

As we celebrate once again lets be sure to remember in-between all the parties, boat rides and activities we stop and reflect for a moment on all that has been given to us. Please remember to pray for all our service men and women around the globe and pay respects to all our veterans.

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What better place to celebrate our nation’s independence than our own town of Edmonds. From the longstanding tradition of the Edmonds Kind of Fourth to the beautiful gardens welcoming visitors to Edmonds in Bloom, we are so blessed to live in such a beautiful place where the sense of community is strong. This cover photo by Diana Scheel captures just some of the reason to celebrate not only the U.S. but Edmonds too!

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Edmonds in Bloom Take the opportunity to enjoy the gift of gardens. By Beth Bond. Photos courtesy of Edmonds in Bloom and Diana Scheel.

Most of us conveniently forget our gardens throughout the cold and wet winter months. And when spring arrives, or when we start to plan an outdoor party, we rush to the nursery for colorful planters or hanging baskets for the patio. But there is a network of dedicated gardeners who cultivate their yards all year long! And each one is waiting for that special invitation from Edmonds in Bloom to be a part of the Garden Tour and Competition this year.

It all began in 1994 when two British tourists, Jenny Crosland and her husband Denys Hodder, visited Edmonds. They both had been deeply involved in beginning a London in Bloom competition, and Jenny had judged gardens all throughout Europe. During their visit, they were very impressed with the flowering neighborhoods of Edmonds. They approached the visitors’ bureau about planning such an event for Edmonds. The “in Bloom” experience was known to encourage tourism and promote neighborhood pride. Soon all were on-board, and the Edmonds in Bloom officially began in 1995. They celebrated 20 years of garden and flowery awareness in March of this year.

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Party, held at the Dominican Reflection Center, laying the groundwork for the now annual Garden Competition. The first competition had only six gardens. Now the board of seven organizes and produces three events a year.

In May, on the Saturday before Mother’s Day, volunteers help children choose a plant, decorate a container and create a living, growing gift for their moms (or grandmas!).

This year, volunteers helped each child choose a pot to decorate and a special flower to sow.

The children were thrilled – and so was mom!

A donation of $10 for materials is gratefully accepted at this annual event.

The next Edmonds in Bloom event is the Garden Competition, which is only open to zip codes 98020 and 98026. Entry forms are available at Garden Gear and the Frances Anderson Center or online at www.edmondsinbloom.com.

Entries were accepted through July 3. Single or multi-families can enter as well as youth groups. Gardens with fruits and vegetables can also now enter in a special new category.

All gardens must be visible to the judges from the street. Even stores can compete in the Business Recognition Category, allowing them to proudly display their Edmonds in Bloom flag in their windows. Look through town

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to patronize those shops that have made this special effort to beautify our town.

Last year, there were more than 700 visitors partaking of the Garden Tours. This year, the tour will take place on July 19 from 11am to 4pm. There are seven beautiful gardens to visit.

Tickets (with a map) are available from our local merchants, nurseries, garden centers and also online at www.edmondsinbloom.com.

When the judging is complete, tour gardeners wait anxiously to be notified as a winner. The much coveted Garden of Distinction Award is the reward for a year or more of toiling in the soil in all weather. The awards ceremony is scheduled for August 5 at 7pm at the Edmonds Center for the Arts.

Let’s take a look behind the scenes at what the aspiring gardener does to make the garden tour list. Throughout the winter, plants must be protected from too much water; after all, this is the Pacific Northwest! And tender sprouts may also need covering for protection from frost.

In the spring, the steadfast gardener gets out the clippers to trim the verges and pull those weeds. How dare they pop-up uninvited in a “show” garden?! The garden tour committee encourages smaller gardens to compete too.

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Helping you create a simpler life.

This is the heartfelt purpose of the Edmonds in Bloom organization, promoting a love of flowers and plants, and creating community pride in beautifying our neighborhoods. space you had to work with? For instance, are there water features like a fountain or maybe a special sitting area? Gazebos or rose gardens are also unique ideas. Sometimes consideration is given to a gardener who effectively worked around hazards, like a steep slope or a deep, shady area.

And last, but not least, is the important factor:

What led competing gardeners to the “green thumb” vocation? Pursuing a mild interest to this level takes devotion and skill. This is the heartfelt purpose of the Edmonds in Bloom organization, promoting a love of flowers and plants, and creating community pride in beautifying our neighborhoods.

The funds generated from Edmonds in Bloom annual activities manifest directly into the community. Foremost are the scholarships made available to students pursuing careers in horticulture. Another recipient of “in Bloom” funds was the landscaping upgrade at the Edmonds Center for the Arts. And those lovely hanging baskets will soon start appearing around town all courtesy of “Bloom” volunteers. The baskets hanging from street light poles are glorious with the abundant colors of trailing fuchsias, impatiens and petunias. It is obvious to all of us who enjoy flowers that the mission of the Edmonds in Bloom has a far reaching effect for the tourists as well as the residents of Edmonds. These dedicated volunteers are helping young people become involved in flowers and plants for the future while providing a scenic and colorful panorama to beautify our town. Hooray for the Edmonds in Bloom organization!

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The Sandwich Generation TAKING GOOD CARE OF OUR PARENTS REQUIRES GOOD PLANNING.

BY ATTORNEY PEGGY L. SANDERS.

Recently, we’ve heard a lot of new terms that our parents never did. The “baby boom” generation, the “silver tsunami”, the “sandwich generation”. I especially like the last one.

All too often as we boomers launch our children into college or work, and as we start dealing with our own aging issues, we also have to deal with the increasingly difficult needs of our parents. According to the Pew Research Center, just over one of every eight Americans aged 40 to 60 is both raising a child and caring for a parent; in addition between seven to 10 million adults care for their aging parents from a long distance.

We are challenged by questions like: When will mom or dad need care? What care is the best?

Can our parents stay at home or should they move to assisted living? How is this going to be paid for? When do they need someone else to step in and make decisions on finances and health care? How in the world can we convince them to stop driving?

Family dynamics change as mom or dad need more care and attention. This can be particularly true in blended families. More and more people over 55 are single or have been married more than once, and the family consists of his, hers and ours.

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Other times family members live far away and can’t look in on parents. In these cases, do we have someone close by who can check in on our parents and let us know if they are struggling?

So, how do we start? What do we need? What do they need?

One place to start is with a good plan. An elder law attorney can help us to figure out what legal documents need to be in place before they are necessary — like Powers of Attorney. We can identify future financial needs and learn about the programs that may be available to assist.

We can prepare a step-by-step blueprint for taking on the challenge of preparing for long term care needs. In other words, we take a large and scary job and turn it into a manageable “to do” list.

Don’t panic. There are answers and there are people willing to help.

The information contained in this article is intended for general informational purposes and should not be considered legal advice.

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Build Your Financial Foundation LIFE INSURANCE CAN HELP YOU REACH YOUR FINANCIAL GOALS. ARTICLE COURTESY OF THRIVENT FINANCIAL. “I know I need it, but I don’t want to think about it now.” “I’ll deal with it later; it’s not a priority.” These are two of the most common responses when the topic of life insurance comes up. Life insurance remains a product that many financial professionals agree should be the foundation on which people should build their financial goals.

Why? First, think about your loved ones.

The primary benefit of life insurance is to provide for them, helping them meet daily expenses so they can continue the activities of daily life should the unexpected happen.

“Proceeds from life insurance can be used by families to pay ongoing expenses, like credit card and mortgage bills,” says Patrick Egan, a retirement spokesperson with Thrivent Financial. “The proceeds can also help cover daily necessities like groceries, gas and other expenditures and can also pay for college tuition and allow families to keep commitments to one another.”

Without adequate life insurance coverage, many families could be placed under great financial distress to meet the ongoing financial obligations of their new situation.

Having financial resources available after a loss can give families the time they need to grieve and figure out what the future looks like.

Life insurance can also protect one’s spouse against sharp reductions in future pension and Social Security payments by replacing assets cut short by premature death.

Careful preparation and reviewing of all your accounts with a financial professional can help you know about all your pension coverage and whether you are prepared for the future.

And it’s not just at home where life insurance can help. Life insurance can help business owners and others with significant assets to pass those assets to their loved ones in a taxefficient manner. It also serves as an efficient tool enabling people to support nonprofit organizations through charitable gifts.

Life insurance may not be a popular topic, but the security it offers brings a level of comfort that many people can’t do without.

In addition, many people will find that life insurance coverage can be a key component of a retirement program as they plan for their long-term financial goals. None of us can control whether we will have tomorrow, but protecting the people in our lives is something we can take control of today.

This article was prepared by Thrivent Financial for use by Edmonds area representative Merrillee Bradshaw. She has an office at 15117 Main Street Suite #206 in Mill Creek, WA and can also be reached at 206.949.2204.

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans and its respective associates and employees cannot provide legal, accounting, or tax advice or services. Work with your Thrivent Financial representative, and as appropriate your attorney and/or tax professional for additional information.

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Replacing the Irreplaceable?

PROTECT YOUR MEMORIES.

A diamond engagement ring, your grandmother’s crystal, a piece of fine art displayed in your living room — think about the personal items you own that carry special meaning to you and your family. What would happen if these items were lost, stolen or destroyed?

Too often we hear people say “I have a homeowner’s policy, my personal items are protected.” While that may be true in certain situations, there are exceptions. Most standard homeowner policies will protect personal items from losses resulting from fire, lightning, wind, hail, vandalism and other losses. Theft is also included, however most homeowner policies come with a limit on the amount coverage provided. That limit is cases usually between $1,000 to $2,500 total and in many, especially when we’re talking about jewelry, memorabilia, or fine art collections, it’s not nearly enough to cover the cost to replace the items.

BY TREVOR S. CAMPBELL, CIC.

Extra Coverage Scheduling specific items provides extra coverage that goes beyond what’s available in a homeowners’ policy.

Standard homeowner policies also do not provide coverage for lost items or mysterious disappearance, common situations include a diamond ring that is no longer where you left it or a stone that falls out of a bracelet or necklace.

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adding “scheduled coverage”. Scheduling specific items provides extra coverage that goes beyond what’s available in a homeowners’ policy.

Scheduling is also the most effective and accurate way to get the very best valuation for your items.

Common personal items that people schedule include: jewelry, china or crystal, firearms, coins, musical instruments, fine art, even wine collections! Prices are surprisingly affordable and vary depending on the item and the insurance company.

Easy Process “Scheduling” includes making a detailed list of each item you want to add to the policy. In order to make sure the right amount of coverage is provided, insurance carriers will ask for a current appraisal. Like many things, not all appraisals are equal. Finding a reputable, established appraiser is critical and the price you pay for an appraisal is usually representative of the appraiser’s experience.

According to Andy Cline of Cline Jewelers in Edmonds, quality appraisals generally start out around $90 per piece of jewelry, and they include more than just a replacement amount.

It’s important each appraisal contains a detailed description, grading and

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measurement for every piece of jewelry. Cline says expert analysis and measurement of each gemstone is a critical component of the appraisal process, and he always includes high quality photos of each item. Once analyzed, a quality appraiser will develop a replacement valuation for each item.

Working with an independent insurance agent who thoroughly understands scheduled coverage ensures you find the very best solution to fit your needs. While it may seem impossible to put a dollar amount on something that means so much to you and your family, knowing what you have, what it’s worth, and that it’s properly protected will help provide you peace of mind to last a lifetime.

Trevor S. Campbell, CIC, is the President of Insurance Services Group, an Edmonds based independent insurance agency serving auto, home, and business insurance clients throughout Washington and seven other western states. He chairs the Washington Education Committee for the National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research. He is a past President for the Professional Insurance Agents Association of Washington and Alaska and was the 2013 Agent of the Year.

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MARKETPLACE CONNECTIONS, HELPING THOSE IN PERSONAL AND BUSINESS TRANSITIONS.

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Has your business or professional life reached a standstill? Do you want to inject some new ideas into your company? Are you thinking of starting your own company?

Beginning your own business or changing your career can be a daunting experience for anyone. But you don’t need to feel alone in this situation. Help is out there. Professionals, just like yourself, have formed a supportive network that is readily available to all.

Jon Sween is a man who has worn many hats in his varied working life. And with each new job, he brought the skills and experience from the last job and applied them to his new position.

By mid-life, he realized that there was a need in the business community for a sharing of

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ideas for those facing a challenging transition in their professional life.

MarketPlace Connections (MPC) was founded to support the individual wanting to develop his personal and professional career changes.

This is achieved through motivational speakers at monthly meetings and promoting an environment for networking at every level of business.

MPC meets at noon on the second Friday of every month at the Edmonds Conference Center. Interesting speakers adhere to a format of “the 18-minute speech.” This means getting your point across by economizing on words so that you don’t confuse or lose your audience. These meetings are a vibrant

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C O M E F O R T H E V I E W. lift for any professional. Themes vary every three months with the current theme of “Transition” demonstrating a positive career change for the individual. The audience then breaks up into discussion groups and the ensuing networking exchange of likeminded professionals begins. Because good connections matter.

I met recently with Jon Sween and his administrative assistant, Dennis S. Grainger, to further understand the mission of their organization. One cannot help but be impressed and energized by this dynamic duo.

They don’t just talk a good story, they wholly believe in its implications. They have created a network of professionals in Edmonds that inspire meaningful conversations and promote positive long-term benefits to the entire business community.

MPC can jump-start your career, whatever the field. Technical support comes directly from knowledgeable leaders. These leaders reach out as mentors and acquaint you with leading professionals who can inspire and support your ideas. And personally, MPC can help a person gain confidence with psychological and emotional support, thus encouraging reliable decision-making. Help is available with value judgements as well, with an underlying spiritual element promoting fairness and ethics in the business world.

The idea of supportive teamwork in the business community is a relatively new idea, in a field where fierce competition is usually the norm. But encouraging new businesses and energizing the middle management of others results in a greater community awareness and vibrant leadership potential. MPC endeavors to create a ground level base of committed business professionals who can successfully meet and overcome the challenges of their professional and personal lives.

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business. But not all change is negative.

Getting the business professional to recognize and successfully adapt to transition is paramount in the development of leadership.

With technical and emotional support, the business owner can become a risk-taker, capitalizing on past experiences to steer toward a positive future. He or she will be armed with an arsenal of business connections to pave the way in new ventures.

Members of MPC have a system in place to deal with transitions in life and business.

There is no need for fear to influence your decisions. When getting older, look at transitions as a time of relearning. Take an objective view of your past with the good and bad circumstances and how they shaped who you are today. Here is when you can look to other professionals to see and hear about how they coped with similar changes.

Be flexible and adaptable, and interact with those business contemporaries who have survived and profited by their own personal transitions.

But the highest benefit of MPC is to the Edmonds community. The positive fellowship of our business community filters down to the neighborhood and ultimately, the individual.

We all face transitions in our lives. Learning to adapt and profit from these changes is a worthy goal for the individual. When companies, both small and large, thrive with change, they demonstrate success and civic pride to everyone involved.

Can you see yourself now in a transitional phase of your life, in either a personal dilemma or a career orientation? Reach out to MPC to motivate and inspire a new approach to decision making with confidence and the friendship of successful business leaders.

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Backyard Fun

With the early arrival of summer heat, families across the Pacific Northwest are gearing up for neighborhood parties. Here’s a listing of outside games for kids and adults alike — just make sure to get out the camera.

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Mölkky (yardgames.us) A unique game involving strategy and skill and can be enjoyed by both young and old. Toss the throwing dowel underhand and knock over the skittles. Topple one skittle and get the amount of points branded on that skittle, topple multiple skittles and get the amount of points equaling the amount of skittles toppled.

First one to 50 wins! Mölkky is a great way for children to learn math skills and have fun at the same time.

A NEW TWIST TO YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD GATHERINGS.

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Lawn Twister (Pinterest.com) Make Twister on your grass! Simply use spray paint for the colored circles. (Seymour Paint makes a quick drying marking paint that washes away after a few heavy rains or with a garden hose.) The soft grass cushions any falls, and doesn’t everyone like laying around in the yard in the summer?

Hop online and you’ll be surprised to discover all the options for backyard fun.

KUBB (oldtimegames.com) Be the first team to knock down all your kubbs and then the king, or be on the opposite team of the player that knocks down the king before knocking down all of their kubbs. Watch out: Knocking down the king without knocking down the kubbs is like sinking the eight ball out of turn.

Cornhole (Cornhole.com) Think beanbag toss — but with rules, scoring, teams and way more fun. This can be played with two or four players. Each team has a platform with a hole in it, and four corn bags.

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You take the beanbag, toss it at a rectangular plywood board about 30 feet away, and hope to either stick it somewhere on the platform or sink it through the single hole cut into the surface.

Egg & Spoon Relays (USgames.com) A classic for all ages. You can go the old fashioned route and use real eggs and spoons; use plastic Easter eggs; or purchase a wooden version online. Divide players into teams, line them up, and run a classic relay race. If a player drops the egg along the way, he or she must return to the line and begin again.

Make the game more challenging by setting up an obstacle course. Or, add another twist: The kids must hop like a bunny, waddle like a duck, crawl like a turtle.... The possibilities are endless!

Scavenger Hunts Don’t forget the reliable, always entertaining scavenger hunts. Hide goodies around the neighborhood for the young kids to keep it simple. Or step it up for the older ones by making it a photo scavenger hunt: provide them with a list of required photos (in certain locations with certain objects) that they have to submit via text. First group to submit all of them wins the tournament!

This list is just a start. Hop online and you’ll be surprised to discover all the options for backyard fun.

While the summer brings out the best in most of us, it can also be overwhelming if you’re the one hosting the backyard BBQ or patio party.

Plan ahead, make a list, and ask for help!

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Edmonds’ Mayor Dave Earling sits down with Living Local.

Article by Melissa Murdock. Photos by Jordyn Murdock.

Have you ever wondered how our historic town has maintained its beauty? Dave Earling, our City of Edmonds Mayor, is to be thanked. Part of his many duties is being responsible for our building height limit, city parks and keeping our town in good care.

After speaking with him, it was obvious that he is not only genuine but a very intelligent man. Our Mayor possesses a music degree from Eastern Washington University, including his master’s.

This is fitting for a town that appreciates the arts so extensively. Mayor Earling comes from what he calls a “varied background.”

Before becoming Mayor, he had many other roles including teaching instrumental music at Shoreline Community College, owning Edmonds Realty and even being appointed on the Growth Management Hearing Board. This is just to name a few as Mayor Earling is not short in his accomplishments. He sees it as a healthy situation and encourages young adults to take opportunities in different fields because varied experiences enable you to extend your skills further.

In his free time, Mayor Earling enjoys watching sports, being a 34-year Seahawks season ticket holder and maintaining an active lifestyle.

What does our Mayor love about Edmonds? “The people, the setting and the caring,” he said. “Edmonds is a city that is ‘by the city and for the city.’ There is a real great sense of pride in this community.” He has been here for almost four years, and we will enjoy another four as nobody challenged him in this years’ running. It must be because of our appreciation for his hard work.

Mayor Earling places a large focus onto our unique economy, and what does well in our community. The energy and vitality of the city is its economy, and as he sets future goals for the city, this will always be an important focus.

What does Mayor Earling have in store for the long-term future of Edmonds? Better access to and from the opposite side of the train tracks. It is projected that by 2030, the amount of trains will more than double, causing access closure time to increase from one-and-a-half to four hours a day. This process will take many years and consideration.

From being Mayor, he has learned patience and how to focus on the everyday tasks while still being able to look into the future to see how the community may evolve.

ABOVE Mayor Dave Earling looks forward to serving another term as Edmonds’ mayor.

TOP RIGHT Join community members on August 11 to celebrate the 125th birthday of the City of Edmonds.

BOTTOM Mayor Dave Earling brings a diverse background to his role as the Mayor of Edmonds.

I hope that all of our community members get the opportunity to meet our great mayor.

Come and celebrate with him on the oldest city in Snohomish County’s 125th Birthday on August 11 right outside the Edmonds City Hall. The street will be closed, and there will be a party to celebrate the birthday of our favorite city in the northwest.

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Edmonds by the Numbers 11 The number of places in the U.S. with “Independence” in their name.

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The amount of fireworks (in pounds) sold to cities for public celebrations for the 4th of July.

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Edmonds is a city that is ‘by the city and for the city.’ There is a real great sense of pride in this community.

The number of hotdogs consumed on the 4th of July each year.

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Local Events & Activities

Family Summer Fun ENJOY A MOVIE UNDER THE STARS.

BY MELISSA MURDOCK. This summer, enjoy a movie among the stars at the Frances Anderson Center Playfield. You and your family can come and enjoy a special feature for free!

Bring the kids, some snacks and something warm to wear when the movie begins at dusk.

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Cherish some special family time with not one but two awesome movie nights here in downtown Edmonds. The first will be on July 31 and the other on August 7. Both movies are rated PG and will be excellent entertainment for all ages.

The movies will be played on a giant inflatable screen at the Playfield. Don’t forget blankets, lawn chairs, stuffed friends, snacks or any other necessary things to enjoy the movie. Refreshments will also be available for purchase at the Playfield. Friends and family of all ages are welcome to join!

July 31 - How to Train your Dragon (PG).

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Each night, the movie will begin at dusk, which is usually somewhere around 9pm.

August 7 – The Truman Show (PG).

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Each night, the movie will begin at dusk, which is usually somewhere around 9pm.

Keep an eye out for each days’ sunset time to get a specific detail of the event. Otherwise, arrive close to sunset and stake out the perfect spot on the grass to sit back and enjoy the show.

Summer evenings are the best when spent with the ones we love. Why not join us at this community event?

If you have any questions contact the Edmonds Parks and Recreation. A special thanks to our sponsors for helping to host some great family fun.

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July - Ed Cornachio.

Gallery North announces its July 2015 featured exhibition: “Camera, Computer and EYE.” This exhibit presents the work of photographer Ed Cornachio. The title of the show refers to the cameras Cornachio uses to capture his images, the computer software he uses to manipulate the images, and the “EYE” represents his creative vision.

The opening reception for “Camera, Computer and EYE” will be held on Saturday, July 11 from 1pm to 4pm at Gallery North. Visitors will be able to meet the artist and enjoy refreshments.

The artist will also be present at Gallery North during the Edmonds Art Walk on Thursday, July 16 from 5 to 8pm.

This exhibit is open to the public from July 1 through July 30. Visit www.gallerynorthedmonds.com for additional information.

SHOWS/MUSIC/ARTS July 10, 11, 12 - 6th Annual Festival of Shorts. Edmonds Driftwood Players are pleased to present this popular festival for the sixth year in a row!

The theme of this year’s festival is “Perspective” and there is a great line-up of playwright finalists who will exhibit their most innovative, hilarious or profound 15 minutes of stage-time as the audience chooses the winner. Visit edmondsdriftwoodplayers.org/ for more information.

July 16 - Edmonds Art Walk. Celebrated as an arts community, Edmonds offers one of the best art walks in the Puget Sound area that provides an opportunity to meet local artists, browse through galleries and enjoy the warm hospitality of downtown merchants. Enjoy a stroll and discover a wealth of exciting local artwork as

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July 12 - Hula O Lehualani Ho’ike 2015 Annual Recital. A benefit performance for Edmonds Rotary, Hula O Lehualani presents Ho’ike 2015 - The 8th Annual Recital at the Edmonds Center for the Arts. All of the Hula O Lehualani dancers participate in hula kahiko and ‘auana that they learned throughout the year. Hula O Lehualani is an Edmonds based, inclusive halau with emphasis put on aloha/love, respect/ ho’ihi and humility/ha’a ha’a towards the practice of hula and Polynesian dance.

Visit www.edmondscenterforthearts.org for more information.

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Live Blues Music every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights starting at 8pm.

July through August: Concerts in City Park Concerts are free and take place on Sundays from 3 to 4pm at 3rd Ave S and Pine St. Concerts will canceled by 2:30pm in the event of rain.

July 12 - Ballard Sedentary Sousa Band July 19 - “As You Like It” Seattle Shakespeare Co/Wooden O (1 3/4hr performance) July 26 - The Fentons August 2 - Clave Gringa August 9 - Bump Kitchen August 16 - Te Fare O Tamatoa/Te’a rama

participating merchants host an artist and their artwork. It’s the place to be on third Thursdays in downtown Edmonds from 5 to 8pm! Visit www.edmondsartwalk.com for more information.

July 18 - “A Little Journey” by Rachel Crothers. An active staged reading of a delightful comedy written in 1918 that is still relevant in this day and age!

Phoenix Theatre’s play-reading series will showcase large cast productions, with both union and non-union actors, that bring new vitality to buried theatrical comedy treasures of the past. For more information visit www.phoenixtheatreedmonds.org.

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August 23 - Bill Derry Band

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July through August - Hazel Miller Plaza Concerts

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Concerts will take place rain or shine at 5th Ave S and Maple St and happen on Thursday evenings from 5 to 6:30pm and Tuesday afternoons from 12 to 1pm.

Thursday Concerts: July 9 - Rouge, French Café Music

July 23 - The Tarantellas, Songs of Italy July 30 - Jacqueline Tabor Trio, Jazz August 6 - Los Flacos, Latin August 13 - Restless Vocal Band, Funky & Fun A Cappella

Now - August 25 - Step Out Edmonds Walking Club. Dust off your sneakers and get moving!

The Edmonds Senior Center group provides a map of the walking route each Tuesday at 9:30am. Walk at your own pace, with friends or make new ones. Open to ages 50 and older. Call 425.774.5555 ext 104 for more information.

Now through October 2 - Summer Market.

Come into downtown Edmonds every Saturday from 9am to 3pm for the annual Summer Market. Market takes place on 5th Street from Main at the fountain to Bell and east up Bell St. around Centennial Plaza.

July 6-10 - Shakespeare As You Like It: Combat, Improv, & Acting with Seattle Shakespeare Company. Students will hone their improvisation and acting skills as they explore William Shakespeare’s comedy “As You Like It” at the Edmonds Center for the Arts. In its third year at

August 27 - Jaspar Lepak, Folk/ Americana

July 4 - Beat Brackett 5k. This year’s 4th of July festivities coincide with the 125th Anniversary of Edmonds. In honor of our founder George Brackett, our 5K Fun Run/ Walk will become the “Beat Brackett 5K”. Runners will chase Brackett to the finish line and try to “Beat ol’ man Brackett” at 10am. To register visit www.edmondswa.com/events/fourthof-july.html.

ECA, this week-long camp with Seattle Shakespeare Company will see participants study the play’s comedic scenes and develop their stage fighting skills in a curriculum that includes training in unarmed combat and swordplay! Shakespeare “As You Like It” concludes with a student performance for family & friends. Visit www.edmondscenterforthearts.org for more information.

July 13-17 - Book-It Repertory Theatre’s “Investigate, Adapt, Act!” What if you could bring your favorite book to life?! With Book-It, students will dig into the juicy parts of a story – characters, setting, sequence, point of view – then take it apart and put it together again as a script to act out on stage. After spending the week in teamwork with their peers exploring stories in a fun, physical way, this new “acting ensemble” will share their work in a final performance for family and friends at the Edmonds Center for the Arts. Visit www.edmondscenterforthearts.org for more information.

July 14 - Edmonds Bookshop Celebration. Edmonds Bookshop is celebrating the official publication date of Harper Lee’s “Go Set a Watchman.” They will have the book available for you to purchase as they throw a small celebration in its honor. Visit edmondsbookshop.com for more details.

July 15 - Transition Tools for Seniors. This is an

July 16 - Walk Back in Time.

Tuesday Concerts: July 21 - Roberto the Magnificent, Juggling & Comedy Stunts

There’s a story of birth, life and death behind each headstone in the Edmonds Memorial Cemetery and Columbarium.

Join us for the 25th annual walk as we celebrate 125 years of Edmonds History.

You’re invited to bring your own stories and family history to share too. Guided tour at 1pm on Thursday July 16th.

Refreshments will be available. For more information call 425.771.4741.

July 28 - Paul Lippert, Folk Songs and Sing-alongs August 4 - Eric Haines, One-Man Band August 11 - Steel Drums with Obe Quarless, Sounds of the Caribbean August 18 - Cap’n Arrr, Comedy Pirate Show August 25 - The Shed Players, Old Time Blues & Roots

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July 19 - Edmonds in Bloom Garden Tour. The 20th annual Edmonds in Bloom Garden Tour will be held on Sunday, July 19th and features many of the most beautiful gardens in Edmonds. The 2015 Garden Tour has a full line-up of seven beautiful gardens whose intimate charm and natural beauty speak to the attention lavished on these quiet sanctuaries. From an art inspired hideaway on a smaller lot, to gardens full of sentiment and healing, a community gathering place, and a garden which also serves as a piece of Edmonds history. Tickets are sold online at www.edmondsinbloom.com.

informational seminar for seniors given at the Edmonds Senior Center that helps those considering a lifestyle change and moving to a retirement community.

Different types of housing options, downsizing and move management and preparing your home for sale will be discussed. Contact Kathy Burnett by calling 206.697.4158 or emailing kb@windermere.com.

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July 4 - An Edmonds Kind of Fourth. With an over 100-year tradition, An Edmonds Kind of Fourth is a cornerstone in the community, engaging families and businesses and kicking off a summer full of family and community centered activities. An Edmonds Kind of Fourth features a 5K fun run or walk, children’s parade, main parade, evening entertainment and vendors and fireworks that promise to entertain and dazzle everyone. For more information visit www.edmondswa.com.

July 23 - Dogs on Main. Come down to the fountain and enjoy a luncheon served by the Edmonds Board of Directors from 12 to 1pm! Hot dogs, drink, side and cookie for only $5.00 dollars. Visit edmondswa.chambermaster.com for more information.

July 25 - Julie Shayne. Local author & editor Julie Shayne will be at the Edmonds Bookshop at 12pm to discuss her latest project Taking Risks: Feminist Activism and Research in the Americas. Julie Shayne is Senior Lecturer in Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences at the University of Washington Bothell and Affiliate Associate Professor of Gender, Women & Sexuality Studies and Latin American and Caribbean Studies at the University of Washington Seattle. For more information about the event visit edmondsbookshop.com.

July 27-31 - Folklorico Dance Camp with Bailadores de Bronce. In this brand new Edmonds Center for the Arts camp in partnership with Bailadores de Bronce, students will get an intro to traditional ballet folklorico dance. Focusing on dance styles from the mining town of Mexicapan in Zacatecas, participants will explore the exciting convergence of cultures in this region. Activities will also include folklorico stage and costume decoration, craft and pinata making. Students will share what they have learned in a performance for family and friends at the end of camp week. Visit www.edmondscenterforthearts.org for more information.

UPCOMING EVENTS August 1 - 24 Hour Festival. Based on Denver’s “Mile High” festival: Four playwrights, four directors and up to 15 actors will gather on one day to create four short (10 to 20 minute) plays in 24 hours. It’s an exercise in survival that brings the Pacific Northwest’s theatre professionals to Edmonds to explore just how creative the mind can be! This festival was through up and will be produced by Phoenix Theatre’s Arts Leadership mentor J. Woody Lotts. Everything kicks off at 10pm on Friday, July 31st with performance at 8pm on August 1st. For more information visit www.phoenixtheatreedmonds.org.

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August 14-16 - A Taste of Edmonds. This weekend is jam packed with fun for the whole family, check out the arts and crafts vendors of all types, food vendors from near and far, a beer and wine garden for the adults to enjoy, a kids’ area with rides and entertainment, not to mention three stages of live music entertainment. Be sure to take advantage of the free Coldwell Banker Bain Shuttle Bus Service, park at the Edmonds-Woodway High School and be delivered right to the front gate. Visit atoeedmonds.homestead.com for more information.

August 21-30 - Gilligan’s Island a Parody. Always a summer hit! Come see the familiar show from the ‘60s performed on the Phoenix Theatre’s stage including commercials from the decade — parody style! For more information visit www.phoenixtheatreedmonds.org.

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COVER STORY WONDERFUL WASHINGTON WINES Growing variety.

By Julianna Verboort.

Not long ago, “American wine” was synonymous with “California wine.”

Napa and Sonoma counties dominated the market, bolstered by tremendous grape crops and wine-making along California’s central coast, central valley and the southern coast and foothills of the Sierra Nevada. While California still leads (by a wide margin) wine production in the United States, the wine market has changed and expanded, and Washington is now ranked as the second largest premium wine producer in the country, crafting nationally and internationally award-winning wines in a wide range of varieties.

Wine Industry Growth In Washington Located along the same latitude as Bordeaux and Burgundy, two of the famed wine growing regions of France, Washington has developed its own respected wine regions. Over 350 wine grape growers have established themselves in the state, growing more than 40 varietals on 50 thousand acres for 850-plus wineries.

Production of red wine leads whites by about 6 percent.

Another delicious statistic: In 2014, the wine grape harvest broke records with 227,000 tons.

That is more than double the 2005 yield, and more than six times greater than twenty years ago.

What does all of this production mean for

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consumers? Choice. Old favorites Riesling and Chardonnay are shelved beside more exotic options such as Siegerrebe and MüllerThurgau; Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot rest alongside Nebbiolo and Mourvèdre. Specific grapes and wine-making techniques result in an exquisite array of flavors from delicate to bold, floral to spicy and everything in between.

Bart Fawbush, owner and winemaker at Bartholomew Winery in Seattle, comments, “Most people walk into a store or restaurant and order Chardonnay, it may be the only grape they know. There are some amazing Chardonnays out there, but there are some other incredible white wines; Viognier, Aligoté, Gewürztraminer, if people were to try them with food it would blow their minds.”

His top seller is Rose of Carmenere and the other blends with Carmenere grapes, which he suggests pairing with Indian food, and Viognier with spicy foods.

made Wine and Spirits Magazine’s list of the top 100 in the world. Washington wines show up with increasing frequency on lists such as the Top 100 Wines of the Year, Top 100 Most Exciting Wines, and others.

Washington wines are also a great value.

Fawbush adds, “If you were to compare price versus points given to Washington wines — points awarded by Wine Enthusiast and Wine Spectator — if you compare Washington’s high end wines with wines anywhere else in the world, in that quality or points to price ratio, we’re the best value in the world.”

highlighting flavor profiles, food pairings, and awards.

Megan Ayers of Chateau Ste. Michelle, the state’s oldest winery, suggests pairing Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley Pinot Gris with an afternoon summer picnic of cold fried chicken and fruit; and for a July evening barbeque of marinated T-bone steak and asparagus, serve Chateau Ste. Michelle Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon. But keep in mind that the best way to match wine to your personal preferences is to taste it!

Where Are The Vineyards?

With the boom in wineries, it is no surprise that you don’t have to travel far to wet your palate with a wide range of wines.

The most productive vineyard regions are Yakima Valley, Walla Walla and Columbia Valley, followed by Puget Sound, Columbia Gorge, and Willamette Trough. There are currently 13 official American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) in the state.

With the boom in wineries, it is no surprise that you don’t have to travel far to wet your palate with a wide range of wines.

Fortunately, variety and quality go hand-in-hand in our state. Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, and Wine and Spirits Magazine sing the praises of Washington wines, ranking many on their “best of ” lists.

Considering that these journals individually review from 14 to 18 thousand wines per year from all over the globe, the competition is daunting. In 2014, six of our state’s wineries

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How Do I Pick The Right Wine?

What you’ll enjoy of course depends on your individual tastes, and great-tasting wines come to suit a wide range of budgets. Advice and recommendations are easily found both online and in stores, with many shops posting consumer friendly descriptive labels and notes

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Most towns along the Puget Sound have urban wineries, tasting rooms and wine bars. Try Arista Wine Cellars in Edmonds; North City Bistro and Wine Shop in Shoreline; Welcome

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Road Winery, Omnivore Cellars, Bartholomew Winery, Viscon Cellars and more in Seattle; Gingko Forest Winery Tasting and 21 Cellars Winery in Tacoma; The Wine Studio and Morso in Gig Harbor.

But to really get an understanding of what goes into a good wine along with a feel for vineyard life, there is nothing like touring wine country!

Take advantage of well-schooled tasting room staff, who in most cases will “meet you where you’re at” with wine knowledge - novice or sommelier.

Many vineyards offer summer concerts and events. Looking for a retreat? Try Cave B Estate Winery and Resort near Quincy, with acres of vineyards, an amphitheatre, an inn, standalone guest houses and yurts, fine dining and spa, not to mention delectable vino. Small vineyards can be a refreshing delight; try gregarious Wineglass Cellars in Yakima Valley, just awarded Double Gold for their 2009 Cabernet and 2009 Capizimo (and two other golds as well!) by Seattle Wine Awards.

Explore Local Wine This Summer Summer is a great time to enjoy Washington wines. Uncork a bottle with visiting friends; give wine as gifts during your travels. Try new varieties and pairings with fresh farmstand foods. Keep a wine journal handy to jot down notes and track your favorites. Share your comments with the winemakers. Most of all, enjoy!

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Sailing and boating are deeply woven into American culture and have become part of its mythos, influencing many aspects of our lives. This influence is seen clearly in the many maritime-inspired clothing staples that have become part of a classic summer wardrobe. Since we are fortunate to live in an area surrounded by water, classic maritime looks are the perfect choices for a carefree, breezy, summer style.

Red, White, and Blue Whether you are heading out on your powerboat, sailboat, canoe or kayak, one thing is for sure – red, white, and blue always look great together. These three colors also pay tribute to our country and our nautical history.

So be sure to fill your summertime wardrobe with shades of navy blue, crisp whites and bold reds.

A Stylish Fourth of July Look We must not forget that we celebrate the birth of our nation and the on-going fight for freedom this month. Why not wear an outfit that makes you the hit of the party but that will also carry you throughout the summer? Try pairing white, crisp, linen slacks or capris with a blue and white nautical stripe shirt and red accessories? Pick cool-toned red belts, scarves, necklaces or earrings. Be sure to accent one red accessory with another in gold to tie together the look.

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Classic Sailing-Inspired Elegance One thing is for certain—nautical inspired looks have become synonymous with easy and unhurried elegance. Nowhere in this country has become more synonymous with this chic sophistication than the Hamptons. We can take a cue from our East Coast friends by adding a Northwest twist. Try skinny jeans or navy capris paired with a slouchy white t-shirt or navy polo shirt. Or pair a white skirt with a white and navy striped top finished with classic gold jewelry. Don’t forget a floppy, brimmed hat in white, straw, or navy and a pair of large sunglasses.

Active Wear There will also be occasions where you will be on the move. Keep clothing that sticks to the color scheme since red, white and navy are always classy, no matter what the outfit or occasion. In this case, you can always add in black or khaki, since so many active wear bottoms can be found in these colors. You can easily pair a navy t-shirt with khaki shorts and layer a white summer-weight sweater around your shoulders for a chilly night. Add a pop of red in the form of a handbag or hat.

No matter where you go or what you do this summer, combinations of red, white and blue hold the key to a fashionable look every time.

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Go Against Expectation, Go Rogue.

Swing by and check out our new boutique in downtown Edmonds just up from the fountain. We have new inventory arriving each week.

Pictured is a Veronica+Harold necklace by a local Seattle designer worn by Dakota Johnson in her recent movie 50 Shades of Grey. We’re open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm and Sun 12-4pm.

524 Main Street Edmonds, WA | 425.672.8500 f/boutiquerogue www.rogue-boutique.com

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MY PUNKIN’S CLOSET

We offer a clean, courteous, and child friendly environment where you can buy, sell, and consign lightly used, high quality children’s clothing from newborn through age 14, and furnishings in downtown Edmonds. 10% off in July if you mention this listing! We are bilingual.

We are proud to be a family run business!

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405 Main Street | Edmonds

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Playful Presentation Fanciful Fashion Glorious Gifts Attractive Prices

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Located in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, WhimSea Boutique is the perfect shop if you are looking for great gift items or fun accessories.

WhimSea offers affordable prices on clothing, jewelry, and women’s accessories. Stop in and check us out!

Tues-Fri 11am-6pm. Sat 10:30am6pm. Sun 12am-4pm.

405 Main Street Edmonds, WA 98020 | 425.673.2200 f/whimseaboutique www.whimseaboutique.com

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Elegant Gems, Ltd.

Pelindaba Lavender comes to Edmonds!

Brent Malgarin and Angela Wolf, owners of the award winning jewelry design studio Elegant Gems, Ltd. are excited to bring to their Edmonds studio Pelindaba Lavender products, the perfect gift for yourself or someone you love!

Pelindaba Lavender, located on San Juan Island, handcrafts fine lavender products made exclusively from flowers grown on their 100% organic certified farm.

“The Complete Lavender Experience”® encompasses items for personal care, therapy, décor, home, the kitchen & table, essential oil, hydrosol, massage oil and fabulous products for daily personal use.

Specializing in:

Elegant Gems, a World class jewelry studio which has received four (4) International AGTA Spectrum Awards, their designs have also graced the “Red Carpet” during the Academy Awards, multiple times. These accomplishments are unrivaled by any Northwest jewelry designer or jewelry studio. With the addition of Pelindaba Lavender products, Elegant Gems is out to become known as the location to purchase fine luxury items in Edmonds.

Blue Sapphire Fancy Color Sapphires Ruby Blue Zircon Diamonds, All Colors Estate Consultations

420 5th Ave. S., Ste 107 Edmonds, WA 206.355.5065 ElegantGems@gmx.com

The selection of products is quite extensive; from lavender bath salts, to a lavender neck pillow for that long upcoming flight. Pelindaba Lavender, exclusively at Elegant Gems, Ltd.

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HEALTH & LIFESTYLE

Tips to Keep You Healthy

The Sugar Solution IT’S SIMPLE! (IT’S JUST NOT EASY.)

BY TERESA PESCE.

This column is dedicated to the middle-aged among us, lost in society’s Bermuda Triangle between being young and being “older,” acknowledged only by ads selling them cosmetics to make them look young again and comfort bras to ease the inevitable triumph of gravity.

Are You Hungry All the Time?

If you are, you know what I mean. You feel vaguely hungry all the time, as if you “could eat something,” although not necessarily a whole meal. You snack and graze, and it just doesn’t seem to stop that vague hunger. In my experience, the hunger culprit is sugar. It temporarily fulfills our hunger so we don’t eat good food, but it disappoints our body by not giving it the nutrients it needs. Once your poor body has rummaged through the latest deposit of sugar and not found anything to meet its nutritional needs, it sends another hunger

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signal! So we eat more sugar. It’s a vicious circle. We also have to eat in order to balance the after-sugar energy drop, thus eating more times a day than we ordinarily would. Sugar is a hard habit to break, but nothing can change your energy, your mood and your body like going off sugar.

But let’s just say you give me sad puppy eyes, and say you’re willing to eat better and exercise, but you just can’t give up sugar. I would tell you I know a secret about sugar and insulin.

And if you knew this secret, it might change your body and your life. Ready?

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When you stop eating sugar, your body receives a message that it’s okay to release stored fat. When you stop eating sugar, you lose weight you never thought you’d lose, and it feels effortless because all you did was stop eating sugar! You don’t feel as if you’re working very hard to lose weight.

When you eat sugar, your body responds with insulin to digest it. Insulin sends the message, “Keep the stored fat, folks. We’ve got plenty of energy coming in.” So what happens when you stop eating sugar? Insulin sends this glorious, wonderful message: “It’s okay to release those fat resources now! We need them.” The weight begins to melt away. Even those last stubborn stuck-on-your-thighs pounds melt away!

When I went off sugar, I proceeded to drop five pounds below my high school weight! I kid you not.

Processed sugar is not good. It does things you don’t want done. It keeps you hungry. It makes your body hold onto fat, in spite of your efforts to diet and exercise. We should put up a poster of a sugar packet, with a sub-head: “Wanted - for Crimes Against the Body.” Do you want to look seriously fantastic? Seriously get off of sugar.

the subject of getting off sugar, consider that it is actually addictive, and your faithfulness to it may mean you have a problem only solvable by complete avoidance of sugar. Sorry. No, I really am! I have gone completely off sugar a few times now and always relapsed. I’m here to tell you that it’s just like they say in Alcoholics Anonymous (substituting “cookie” for “drink”): “One cookie is too much and a thousand aren’t enough.” People who mincingly munch a cookie and then stop, have no idea how the rest of us can eat our way, slice by slice, through an entire pie or tray of brownies in one sitting. But we can. We don’t have a satiety signal; nothing says, “stop.” Everything says, “go.” We build up a high tolerance. It can lead to diabetes just as surely as alcohol can cause cirrhosis of the liver.

Sugar When you stop eating sugar, your body receives a message that it’s okay to release stored fat.

BELOW Keeping sugar out of our diet will result in increased energy and weight loss.

In addressing the roller coaster ride of insulin rushes, sugar is the driver. In addressing the worrisome ability to consume vast amounts of sweet stuff, sugar is the drug. In either case, I recommend we pause, reconsider, and perhaps cross sugar off our grocery list.

The Serious Side of Sugar For some of us, sugar isn’t a cute little temptation we should resist more often than we do. For some of us, sugar is addictive.

Some people can almost marinate themselves in alcohol and never become addicted to it.

Others can’t. If you hesitate or quibble or dodge

Processed sugar is not good. It does things you don’t want done. It keeps you hungry.

RIGHT Visit a local farmers market to get fresh, healthy food.

It’s a great way to start your journey to a healthier you.

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The Cost of Being Sick CHIROPRACTIC CARE - A JOURNEY TO WELLNESS. DR. JOE TESSENDORF. In the 14th Century “Black Death,” also known as “The Black Plague,” killed roughly 30 percent of the European population. But what if I was to tell you we are facing the greatest threat today? Chronic illness in today’s society is now killing 80 percent of the industrial world. We as a human species have literally become the sickest species on the planet. Never in history has a species suffered so much illness, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, obesity, infertility and the list goes on. Chronic illness is the leading cause of personal, corporate and government debt and bankruptcy. By 2017 chronic illness will cost 4.3 trillion dollars in the U.S. alone.

This represents nearly 8 million dollars per minute. Chronic illness is responsible for up to 91 days of lost productivity, per employee, per year and nine days of absenteeism per employee, per year.

Since 1900 rates of chronic illness have risen exponentially while our genes have remained virtually unchanged. Remember, success leaves clues. How can we ever get the right answers if we don’t ask the right questions? So what questions should we be asking? Instead of asking how to diagnose and treat the symptom, we need to be asking why are we getting so sick and what do we need to do to get and stay healthy. The reasons traditional researchers and clinicians have not asked or answered these questions is not due to a lack of caring, intelligence or effort. It is due to the gene-centric sickness and treatment paradigm. We as clinicians and people need to shift towards a more accurate lifestylecentric wellness and prevention paradigm.

The greatest determining factor in your overall health and wellness is lifestyle choices. So who is your health and wellness coach source? From where are people getting lifestyle advice? Is it scientifically sound or dogmatically biased? For example, did you know the RDA amounts on the back of every label are the minimum amount necessary, not the amount necessary to be sufficient and pure? Did you know grains (the base of our food pyramid!) are acid, leach calcium and phosphorus from your bones, and spike stress hormones like cortisol that negatively affect your health? Documented benefits of a brisk 30 minute walk daily include; reducing risk of breast cancer up to 60 percent, preventing up to 50 percent of all stroke deaths, prevent up to 50 percent of colon cancer, prevent 91 percent of cases of obesity and type II diabetes and the list goes on. What pill, drug, or surgery could ever compete with that?

How much does a walk cost? How many lives could it save?

Beyond any financial burden or fiscal number, the greatest cost of being sick is loss of quality and quantity of years. Take health into your hands today, live it to its greatest potential.

Chiropractic is not about creaks and strains, eeks and pains. It is a health, wellness and preventative encompassing form of care.

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Rejuvenating the Brain YOUR BRAIN DOES WHAT WHILE YOU’RE SLEEPING?

Sleep deficit you chalk-off as “no big deal” actually creates a decreasing tolerance within your body and brain with dangerous implications that are more than tired and sleepy daytime symptoms. Underlying causes of sleep disorders are as diverse as individuals, but the consequences are now scientifically linked to cognitive decline, memory loss, brain-fog, premature aging and even Alzheimer’s disease.

Brain FACTS

BY GLORIA GILBÉRE, CDP, DA HOM, PHD, DSC, ECOERGONOMIST, WHOLISTIC REJUVENIST, HTMA PRACTITIONER.

• Your brain clears toxins – it does NOT sleep.

Parts of it actually get more active at night than during the day. According to brain researcher, P.M. Doraiswamy, M.D., at Duke University, a newly discovered drainage system, called the glymphatic system, goes to work processing and clearing out the brain’s toxins 10 times more than when we’re awake.

A primary protein actively recycled during sleep is responsible for creating amyloid plaque – a marker of Alzheimer’s, though not the only cause.

• Researchers state that chronic sleep deprivation (less than seven to eight hours of regenerative sleep) can lead to irreversible brain damage! A study found that extended wakefulness injures neurons essential for

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alertness and cognitive functions – and that damage can be permanent. The studies also showed that short sleep cycles are also linked to a shrinking brain. In addition, studies showed that chemicals secreted during deeper sleep are vital for repairing the body and brain.

• Your brain does its work of archiving memories from all that stimuli – auditory, visual and neurosensory – like a hard drive in your computer. AND it cannot do its job adequately on four to five hours’ sleep.

Memory tests prove it.

• Acetylcholine, a chemical involved in restorative sleep and the dream state, declines in people who begin developing Alzheimer’s because the cells that produce it are destroyed. Lack of deep restorative sleep contributes to the destruction of these cells.

• University of Pennsylvania studies found that prolonging wakefulness damages a type of brain cell called locus ceruleus (LC) neurons that play important roles in keeping us alert and awake.

Keep in mind that long-term sleep deprivation saps the brain of its power

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Studies showed that chemicals secreted during deeper sleep are vital for repairing the body and brain. even after many days of sleep recovery.

More recent studies shined a bright light of concern about brain changes from sleep deprivation showing disruptions in gene function that can affect overall metabolism, inflammation, and autoimmune disease risk to the body and vital detox for the brain. The Centers for Disease and Prevention (CDC) reported sleep deprivation is now an epidemic in the U.S. Is it any wonder disorders like fibromyalgia and other inflammatory disorders are also an epidemic? The body AND brain need time to rejuvenate. Get professional help to identify any underlying causes now or you’ll be forced to once a life-altering disorder develops. There ARE effective non-drug options to get you stress less restorative sleep. Consult your natural health provider.

Dr. Gilbére is Founder/CEO Institute for Wholistic Rejuvenation, an acclaimed author of 18 books, syndicated talk-show host for nine years, creator of eight postgraduate courses and author of 1,700+ health articles. She consults worldwide via telephone/Skype and in Gig Harbor. Visit: www.gloriagilbere.com or call 888.352.8175.

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Body Fuel THE BEST FOODS TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR SWEAT SESSION.

As the weather continues to heat up, many of us are looking to slim down and get the most out of our workouts.

But choosing the best exercises is only one part of the fitness equation. To maximize results, try these nutritious and energizing pre- and postworkout fixes to fuel your body and keep you going.

Before a Workout Overnight Oats. Oatmeal is filled with fiber, so it’ll gradually release carbs into your bloodstream and help you maintain a steady stream of energy throughout your workout. To make overnight oats, just mix 1/2 cup rolled oats with one cup of your favorite milk and let them soak in the fridge overnight. Then top with your favorite nuts, fruits or yogurt, and enjoy!

Raisins. A new study shows that raisins work just as well as sports gels as a natural way to fuel your muscles. Aim for two tablespoons — or about 30 to 40 raisins.

Pomegranate Juice. A recent study found that healthy compounds in pomegranate juice, called polyphenols, may help decrease muscle soreness.

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After a Workout Tuna. To get the protein your body needs to repair muscles after a vigorous sweat session, try StarKist Tuna Creations. The pouches come in a variety of flavors, like sweet and spicy and Ranch, and all are 110 calories or less. Each provides 12 to 16 grams of protein and is a natural source of omega-3s fats, which may decrease the amount of fat your body stores and have been linked to decreased muscle soreness.

Latte. Believe it or not, this coffee shop treat is a refreshing option after exercise. Milk is the secret ingredient, since it has both the protein and carbohydrates your body craves postworkout.

Green Smoothie. A new study found that a healthy compound in leafy green vegetables helps muscles work more efficiently. In a blender, puree one cup of leafy greens, eight ounces of low-fat milk and 1/2 cup frozen unsweetened berries.

Last, but certainly not least, drinking plenty of water is vital. If you’re not fully hydrated, you’ll get tired faster and increase your risk of injury.

Aim to drink about 8 to 16 ounces during a 30-minute workout.

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Whether you are looking for a small plate to a full meal, Edmonds has plenty of tasty options to choose from. Try something new today!

DID YOU KNOW? The strawberry is actually a member of the rose family. Each strawberry contains approximately 200 seeds.

Chanterelle

Located in a charming historic building three short blocks from Puget Sound, Chanterelle is the go-to spot in the heart of town for everything from breakfast, lunch and dinner to happy hour, cocktails, desserts and coffee drinks. (The famous tomato bisque is not to be missed...the Governor called it the best tomato soup in America!) With its welcoming interior, friendly staff, and especially the delicious food, it’s no wonder that Chanterelle is known as Edmonds’ Hometown Bistro.

316 Main Street | Edmonds, WA 425.774.0650 | www.chanterellewa.com Restaurants with this symbol have public wifi access.

GOOD EATS DID YOU KNOW President Rutherford B. Hayes’s wife Lucy was called Lemonade Lucy because she was a staunch advocate of the temperance movement and would not serve strong drinks at the White House.

Interesting and True • Did you know that corn is the largest crop in the United States? The origin of cultivated corn is unknown, however.

• Watermelons originally came from the Kalahari Desert region in Africa, which

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is interesting because the average watermelon is 92 percent water.

• During the mid-1980s, world peach production totaled about 5.5 million metric tons per year. The highest peachproducing countries were the United States and Italy.

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Interesting and True • The word barbecue comes from the Arawak word barbakoa, meaning “frame of sticks.”

• One of the world’s most popular desserts, ice cream was most likely first created in China, around 2000 BC. • Up until the mid-19th century, many cultures thought the tomato was poisonous. Today tomatoes are one of the most widely cultivated crops.

• What’s a cookout without potato salad?

Americans sure must eat a lot of it: The U.S. potato harvest in 1999 yielded 21.7 million metric tons of potatoes!

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Rory’s is a must while visiting Edmonds.

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Classic American food, high quality ingredients, and affordable prices are what you’ll find at this neighborhood favorite. Fresh local vegetables, organic breads, Northwest caught salmon, and regional beer and wine all adds to the local flavor. Happy hour 7 days a week and open weekends for brunch!

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over and place approximately one tablespoon of feta cheese crumbles in center and sprinkle with mint. Heat on grill for approximately one more minute or until cheese is warming. Remove apricots from grill and set aside.

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Humbled in Humboldt County The majesty of the giant redwoods.

By Jessica Herbig.

If you’ve never been, a trip from Oregon to California on Highway 101 can’t be missed. But it’s not for the faint of heart.

The original highway was built to curve its way through the redwoods, so if you have motion sickness, take precautions. It’s all worth it though to see giant redwoods up close and personal.

Humboldt County is called California’s Redwood Coast. It is home to the tallest and largest stands of old growth redwoods, including the tree called Hyperion, the world’s tallest tree at 379 feet. To put that in perspective, it’s nearly six stories taller than the Statue of Liberty. One of the more well known sections of the drive is through the Avenue of the Giants. This area, along with the area known as Humboldt Redwoods State Park, preserve half of the remaining virgin redwood forests.

Avenue of the Giants is a 31-mile stretch of scenic highway that parallels Highway 101 outside of Eureka. If you exit on this section, there are a few places through the drive that you can cut back over to the coast and get back onto Highway 101. You can enter the Avenue of the Giants from Pepperwood in the north and Phillipsville in the south.

Make time to hike the trails in this area, explore the historic towns, drive through the three drive-thru-trees and possibly set

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up camp along the Eel River in this area. The Avenue winds through the Rockefeller Forest, which is the largest remaining single stand of old-growth redwoods. You might also catch a glimpse of the Roosevelt Elk Herds in this area.

By 1912, only 124 Roosevelt Elk remained in the area, but after the creation of an elk refuge in the Prairie Creek Redwood State Park, they are common once again. Everything in this area is majestic and seems a little larger than life.

Another must-do on the list of scenic drives down Highway 101 is the Lost Coast Loop, great for motorcycles or cars. It’s a half or full-day detour that samples the Lost Coast, considered the longest stretch of wilderness beaches in the continental United States. You’ll connect with the loop outside of Ferndale and head to Cape Mendocino to reach the shore. You’ll be wowed by the impressive vistas, deserted beaches and tidal pools. Heading south you’ll see the site of the state’s first oil wells in Petrolia before looping back up to Highway 101.

Highway 101 has some great hikes and over 100 miles of scenic beach front for you to enjoy.

Agate Beach, Black Sands Beach, Trinidad State Beach and Clam Beach are four great options as you work your way south.

walks and galleries, located close to some of those beaches. Eureka, Arcata, Ferndale, McKinleyville and Garberville all play host to talented individuals.

The coast is also home to some great art

You’ll be glad you visited this part of the country,

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