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JULY IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE MONTHS. Not only does it start to feel like summer, it also marks the halfway point of the year. It is amazing to me how fast 2018 has gone by. It seems like yesterday I was writing the January issues’ publisher’s note. July also brings to light the sacrifices made by millions of Americans over the years. They are the true American heroes.

Our U.S. military who spend months, even years, away from their families fighting to keep us safe at home and abroad. Some pay the ultimate price and others come back changed forever. And then there are our firefighters and law enforcement officers.

How many times have we heard in the last several months of police being shot and firefighters facing life-threatening situations while fighting not only structure fires but the massive forest fires we have experienced? We are truly one of the greatest countries in the world, and it is these people for whom we should be grateful.

The halfway point of 2018 also marks a significant time for us at Like Media and Gig Harbor Living Local. In the upcoming months, we will be celebrating our second

annual Gig Harbor’s Finest event where we acknowledge the hard work and dedication of our local professionals. In addition, this fall we will be launching a new bi-annual magazine—253 Lifestyle Magazine. This will be a one-of-a-kind local lifestyle publication that focuses on the South Sound area. There is so much good happening in our area; be sure to continue to follow it all right here with us.

As we observe the Fourth of July, and our mid-year point, let us sit back and reflect on how fortunate we are to live in a country where we are free to express religious beliefs and are blessed with an abundance of opportunities. Offer prayers of gratitude for the blessings we have and … let’s celebrate together!

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ABOUT THE COVER ANOTHER EPIC MOMENT CAPTURED OF OUR BEAUTIFUL HARBOR! This month's cover image was taken by photographer Diane K. Fetzner of Diane Fetzner Photography. The water, the boats, the trees, Mt. Rainier, the pastel sky ... you can never get tired of this scene, which is why we all chose Gig Harbor as the place to set our roots.

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LIFETYLE MAGAZINE FALL OF 2018 will introduce the premier issue of 253 Lifestyle Magazine, a classy and sophisticated publication brought to you by Like Media.

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Our lifestyle ... our hopes ... our dreams are reflected and steeped deep in our history; the roots of what make us ... us!

We hope you will join us in our journey of offering the best to our readers. 253 will be unlike anything the area has seen before. This is the place you will want to be seen.

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don’t know about you, but as soon as I see green grass and blooms on the trees, I can’t get the lawnmower out fast enough and start planning out this year’s garden. I love being outdoors. Whether it’s yardwork or hanging out at the lake, the sun on my freckles is just what I need to kick the winter blues to the curb.

Summer is when people tend to come over and stay a bit longer, and the good weather is just an excuse to be outside on the deck or patio.

That being said, we need to make sure we have a couple of easy meals in the fridge or freezer for those pop-in guests, that our barbecue tank is full and that the deck or patio is in good shape for entertaining.

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Firepits are one of the things that create a gathering place; people know to find a seat and settle in for the evening, and it gives people something to look at when there’s a pause in the conversation. No one thinks it’s weird to gaze into the flickering flames of a fire, but if you had that same look on your face when you were just looking around at your friends, it may get a little awkward. The firepit can be on the patio in a raised unit or can be built in with pavers. Either way, it’s a must for summer entertainment.

Seating is also a must. Providing enough seats on the patio or deck can be comprised of a loose interpretation of chairs.

Pavers, patio furniture, boxes, benches, ottomans, boulders, wood blocks and even coolers all work as acceptable seating options for patios. As long as it’s something that keeps you up off the ground, keeps you close to the fire and provides a comfortable place to rest, it works.

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Proximity to beverages and snacks is also important. This can be a table with items laid out like a buffet or a simple trough with iced beverages. It’s a good idea to have it right there on the patio or deck for two reasons: One, it keeps people out of the house (why clean when you don’t have to?), and two, easy access makes it easy for everyone to contribute. When people come over, they can throw their own beverage of choice into the ice and it’s ready for them whenever they need it.

Pest control and lighting are also important items that shouldn’t be overlooked. The firepit will provide some ambient lighting, but there should be lights hanging or a path illuminated so people can find their way easily. Pest control can either be done naturally with the strategic placement of plants that repel insects or via use of candles that will repel or draw insects away from the gathering areas.

However you make it work, the idea of moving the indoor entertainment to the outside will provide hours of good fun and countless memories.

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If you have a pet that visits dog-intensive areas such as dog parks, groomers or field trials and shows, the Idaho Veterinary Medical Association recommends a vaccination series against CIV. This requires two vaccines, normally two to four weeks apart.

The mild form of CIV often appears as a soft, moist cough that can persist for 10 to 30 days.

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For more information or recommendations for your pet's situation, please call your veterinarian.

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Transmission: CIV spreads easily between canines but requires direct contact with an infected dog's saliva or nasal secretion. One difficulty for prevention is that an infected dog is usually contagious before showing any signs. This makes it very difficult to prevent the spread of the virus.

Diagnosis: The most effective way to diagnose CIV is to send a nasal swab to a diagnostic laboratory for antigen testing early in the course of disease.

Checking blood for antibodies becomes more helpful as the disease progresses.

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ADJUSTING YOUR PORTFOLIO AS YOU AGE AS YOU APPROACH RETIREMENT, IT MAY BE TIME TO PAY MORE ATTENTION TO INVESTMENT RISK PROVIDED BY CHERI JOHNSON, INVESTMENT ADVISOR, FINANCIAL PLANNER

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f you are an experienced investor, you have probably fine-tuned your portfolio through the years in response to market cycles or in pursuit of a better return. As you approach or enter retirement, is another adjustment necessary?

Some investors may think they can approach retirement without looking at their portfolios.

Their investment allocations may be little changed from what they were 10 or 15 years ago. Because of that inattention (and this long bull market), their invested assets may be exposed to more risk than they would like.

Rebalancing your portfolio with your time horizon in mind is only practical. Consider the nature of equity investments: They lose or gain value according to the market climate, which at times may be fear driven. The larger your equities position, the larger your losses could be in a bear market or market disruption. If this kind of calamity happens when you are newly retired or two or three years away from retiring, your portfolio could be hit hard if you are holding too much stock.

What if it takes you several years to recoup your losses? Would those losses force you to compromise your retirement dreams?

As certain asset classes outperform others over time, a portfolio can veer off course.

The asset classes achieving the better returns come to represent a greater percentage of the portfolio assets. The intended asset allocations are thrown out of alignment.1 Just how much of your portfolio is held in equities today? Could the amount be 70 percent, 75 percent, 80 percent? It might be, given the way stocks have performed in this decade. As a StreetAuthority comparison notes, a hypothetical portfolio weighted 50/50 in equities and fixed-income investments at the end of February 2009 would have been weighted 74/26 in favor of stocks by the end of February 2018.1

regularly rebalance your portfolio to maintain or revise its allocations. You also may want to apportion your portfolio so that you have some cash for distributions once you are retired.

One way to understand risk and your tolerance at any given point in life is to complete a Riskalyze Assessment questionnaire. We provide this web-based assessment on a complimentary basis—call or email to access the assessment. After completing the interactive questionnaire, the software determines your quantitative risk score and assigns a number that can be compared with your portfolio risk score.

Rebalancing could be a good idea for other reasons. Perhaps you want to try and stay away from market sectors that seem overvalued.

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Maybe an asset class or sector is doing well and is underrepresented in your investment mix. Alternately, you may want to revise your portfolio in view of income or capital gains taxes.

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Rebalancing is not about chasing the return but reducing volatility. The goal is to manage risk exposure, and with less risk, there may be less potential for a great return. When you reach a certain age, though, “playing defense” with your invested assets becomes a priority.

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n our fast-paced world, we’re constantly looking for ways to be more productive. How do you get more done in less time? If you and I were talking over a cup of coffee and I asked, “What practice, habit or system have you used to increase productivity?” what would you say? Most people would share the importance of decluttering their workspace, strategies for email, using the 80/20 rule, a specific planner, worksheet or business system they’ve put in place and so forth.

A productivity strategy I rarely hear is forgiveness. Yet a single comment has the power to take us off our game for hours, days, weeks or more. It can actually disrupt an entire team.

When’s the last time you hashed and rehashed a comment or an experience with a trusted colleague, employee or client? In the midst of the struggle, you longed for clarity and peace of mind. Meanwhile, productivity tanks. We lose our mojo. Precious hours are used to replay what was said and how to respond. Those hours are lost forever. Stress goes up and creativity goes down. This is costly at many levels.

It’s no surprise that articles on forgiveness appear in the “Harvard Business Review” from time to time. Great leaders know when to forgive.

They learn how to make gestures of reconciliation that heal wounds and get on with business.

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You may think that forgiveness is only for family, friends and those in your personal circles. Or maybe you already think of forgiveness in the workplace. Here are some actions you can take, whether on the job, in your business or with family and friends, to heal and move on.

1. If you notice a grudge starting to grow, take a deep breath. Pause. Relax your body. Notice what you’re noticing and feel your feelings. All too often, we try to push the feelings away because we’d rather not have them.

This creates resistance and actually keeps the feelings in place. So, the first step is simply to be present to the feelings.

2. If you find yourself blaming the other person and growing resentment, do your best to stay present rather than add past hurts or future fears. If the feeling seems to be growing, set a time limit. Remember, the time you focus on blame and resentment takes away from your productivity.

One of my mentors talks about the tendency we have to curse, nurse and rehearse our hurts. This only causes the feelings to grow and increase the likelihood that they’ll pop out at a most inconvenient time.

3. Forgiving the other person actually frees you to re-engage creativity and press forward with your goals and dreams, so forgiveness releases not only the other person, but you. Notice that the other person is more than their behavior. Find at least one good quality you can appreciate about the other person. It could be the way they wear their hair, the way they

Clear mind = Productivity

Great leaders know when to forgive. They learn how to make gestures of reconciliation that heal wounds and get on with business. smile—or just about anything. Appreciation begins to shift your brain chemistry and makes it much easier to let go of the hurt.

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ost 10-year-olds’ focus is on school and friends or perhaps their favorite sports or other activities, but for one local boy his focus is already on building a business.

Justin Dennis, a student in Gig Harbor, was awarded the Entrepreneur of the Year Award at Washington Main Street’s Excellence on Main Awards Ceremony on April 24 in Port Townsend.

Ten-year-old Justin approached the Gig Harbor Downtown Waterfront Alliance (GHDWA) in spring 2017 to present his proposed product— succulent planters utilizing recycled Cougar Gold cheese tins—for sale at the Gig Harbor Waterfront Farmers Market. His product was approved by the jury and Justin set to work preparing to be a vendor at the market that summer.

Justin had found his inspiration after visiting the WSU Creamery in Pullman and seeing a large stack of empty tins. With guidance from his parents, Justin has taken responsibility for every aspect of the business from that point, including putting together his plan, buying supplies, meeting permit requirements, managing multiple methods of payment and social media promotions. Each week, his “WSU Table Plants by Justin” booth included different learning opportunities on topics such as salesmanship and taxes.

“We were impressed by both the creativity and commitment shown by this young entrepreneur,” said Mary DesMarais, GHDWA executive director. “He arrived on time for set-up and always had his booth taken down quickly at the end of each market day. Heidi Gerling, our market manager, was impressed with his dedication to complete his weekly

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Local Boy Receives Washington Main Street Award

BY COLIN ANDERSON PHOTOS COURTESY OF GIG HARBOR KIDS FARMERS BOOTH - JUSTIN DENNIS

closing paperwork accurately and on time.”

Justin’s goal is to create a “Kids’ Farmers Market Booth” at the market so that other young people can join him in this life-skills experience. He is actively working toward this goal, as well as on introducing new products into his own line. In addition to his budding entrepreneurship, Justin has also shown himself to have a philanthropic nature; he sold his planters at another GHDWA event in November, Girls Night Out, and donated $1 from every sale to a local charity.

“Main Streets are, at their best, places for people of all ages to learn, explore, challenge themselves and engage in their local economy,” said Breanne Durham, Washington Main Street coordinator. “I am delighted by the opportunity to recognize Justin for his entrepreneurial and community-minded spirit.”

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Gather. Connect. Socialize. Have Fun. Ocean5 and Table 47; bringing the community together

BY JILLIAN CHANDLER PHOTOS BY DANE GREGORY ARCHITECT DESIGN

A vision that was a decade in the making finally came to fruition this June, opening its doors to the Gig Harbor community as a place for family, friends and colleagues to gather, connect and share experiences.

The brainchild of Troy Alstead, former COO of Starbucks, Ocean5 and accompanying restaurant Table 47 both were inspired by the idea of community.

“Community is the starting point behind the other part of our purpose, inspiring connections,” says Alstead. “’Community’ refers to the community that is our team (creating a great place for them to work and learn and grow) as well as the larger community of our guests and neighbors around us.”

Born and raised in the South Sound, Alstead is a longtime resident of Gig Harbor, having raised his four children here. “The South Sound area, and Gig Harbor in particular, are not only beautiful but also are growing and vibrant parts of the region,” he says.

“This is home. It is a wonderful opportunity to bring Ocean5 and Table 47 here.”

The name Ocean5 was inspired by the idea that all five oceans in the world are connected and with

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the purpose to save the oceans. “I’m excited to have created a business that is recognized within the community as a great place to connect with friends and family and is a platform to drive awareness and action to help the oceans,” says Alstead.

According to Alstead, Ocean5 and Table 47 have provided him the opportunity to do two things he loves: “One, invest in the community by creating a great place for people to work, and a great place for guests to socialize and have fun; and two, demonstrate that a small business can be profitably built and operated with great care for the environment, driving awareness for sustainability and the actions that we all can take to improve the health of the oceans and seas.”

The building was designed with environmental sustainability in mind. Year-round heating and cooling of the building, including walk-in food and beverage coolers, is provided by 3.6 miles of geothermal wells under the parking lot. Large windows and solar tubes provide natural, harvested daylight and LED lights throughout the building both serve to reduce electrical consumption. In addition,

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the alder wood used inside the building was locally sourced within 100 miles, and they have utilized reclaimed wood throughout the building including most of the tables in the restaurant. The carpet in the activity and event spaces is made from abandoned commercial fishing nets, reducing harm to marine life and beach and reef damage. From the low-flow toilets and solar-powered soap dispensers to water bottle filling stations and receptacles for glass, paper and plastic recycling, everything is environmentally conscious.

Alstead and his team are developing programs, including beach cleanups and other volunteer opportunities, where people can get involved, connect and work together toward a bigger purpose.

The hanging art piece in the lobby was made with recycled scrap metal from the artist’s previous project, which otherwise would have gone to the landfill and custom art by Gig Harbor resident and firefighter Craig Wellbrock can be found in the coffee lounge, restaurant and activity space. “We hope to identify other areas in the building to feature rotating artists in the future.”

Social experiences at Ocean5 include 22 lanes of bowling, a two-story, state-of-the-art laser challenge area, huge arcade game room with dozens of interactive games ranging from the nostalgic classics to modern-graphic action games, and they have a redemption store that offers a mix of traditional and environmentally friendly prizes.

At Table 47 restaurant, the team works

directly with their sources, creating personal connections with both the farmers and purveyors. Menus are created to reflect the season, allowing for a true understanding of how the food is grown and raised. “It’s important that the farms we partner with operate responsibly, in ways that are sustainable and gentle to the planet—ultimately impacting our oceans and seas,” states Alstead.

Table 47 has partnered with local farms including Rusty Wheel Farm and Adam’s Mushrooms in Gig Harbor. They get much of their vegetables and berries from Four Elements Organic Farm in Puyallup, where they have a spot for their very own Chef ’s Garden. In addition to meat and seafood selections, the menu offers gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options.

The elevated craft food and drink is a differentiating factor at Ocean5 compared to similar entertainment spaces, as Table 47 prepares all the food throughout Ocean5, so guests can order from anywhere in the building and enjoy great food and drink whether they’re playing games, relaxing by the fire or socializing with friends.

Gig Harbor residents agree that they were missing a gathering spot of this magnitude, and with the growing community they truly needed someone like Alstead to make this a reality. He has succeeded in his mission, going above and beyond all expectations. A beautiful building built with sustainability in mind and something that Gig Harbor residents can be proud of, Ocean5 provides something for everyone. Kids and parents, grandparents and

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young single people (teens and adults over 21) have a space to hang out, meet friends, play laser tag, go bowling, have parties and enjoy family time together. Where else can you enjoy all this in one place?

Alstead is incredibly pleased—even a bit overwhelmed—by the wonderful response from their guests during these early weeks since opening their doors to the public.

“Guests are enjoying the beautiful building, outstanding service and delicious food, and they are intrigued and excited by our messages and commitment to the oceans.”

Supporting local, as well as supporting our local oceans and environment, has never felt so good—or been so much fun! Thank you, Troy Alstead, for choosing Gig Harbor as the home for Ocean5 and Table 47.

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Alexa Shanafelt

BY COLIN ANDERSON

It’s Alexa’s goal to create an environment that encourages students to step outside of their daily routines and comfort zones.

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lexa Shanafelt has experienced it all, from kindergarteners learning their very first lessons to high school seniors finishing up their very last test. Alexa just wrapped up her 19th year in teaching and has tackled each and every grade, k through 12. She was most recently at Kopachuck Middle School teaching sixth, seventh and eighth graders Spanish, multimedia productions and yearbook and never tires of watching the lights go off inside her students' heads.

“The most rewarding moment in teaching is when a student has an 'a-ha' moment. A Spanish professor of mine called it 'ahando.'

It's when someone all of a sudden gets it and usually exclaims that they did. That always makes me grin,” said Alexa.

No matter what the age or subject, it’s Alexa’s goal to create an environment that encourages students to step outside of their daily routines and comfort zones by experiencing a new idea or completing a task they are timid about.

“It can be scary, but you should try to speak in Spanish with a native speaker, publish that article, write that song. The best learning is done when you push yourself and try something that challenges you,” she said.

Alexa is on her way to practicing what she preaches by stepping out of the comforts

of small-town Western Washington and embarking on a new journey. Having sold her family’s four-bedroom home and the majority of their belongings, Alexa, along with her husband, adult kid and two teenagers spent a year living on a 46-foot boat in the harbor in preparation for a yearlong trip. Before she hits 20 years as an educator, Alexa is taking a year off and the Shanafelts are casting off in MidJuly to sail down the Pacific Coast on their way to several stops in Mexico.

Also coming aboard Noeta is the family’s properly named voyaging cat, Gilligan. During the yearlong trip, Alexa will be ‘boat schooling’ and ‘world schooling’ not just her teenagers but herself as well as they look to explore the unique cultures and geography of Mexico. While it will be difficult being away from students, friends and co-workers, Alexa is more than excited to be stepping way out of her comfort zone in search of even more knowledge and learning.

“One of the best things about teaching is the community of friends I have made over the years,” Alexa said. “All of my closest friends are wonderful educators and a true gift to kids and our community.”

If you would like to follow the family’s yearlong adventure, you can visit their blog online at mvNoeta.com.

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My mantra is “conflict costs money.” Disagreements around key issues, like financial settlements and parenting, are normal. It’s how you handle those disagreements that matters.

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he average separating couple prefers to end their marriage through a quiet, confidential and costefficient resolution. They just don’t talk about it.

Why not? Because “peacemaking” is often viewed as a sign of weakness rather than what it actually is—a sign of great strength. Peacemaking takes courage and hard work, particularly when well-intentioned friends or family yearn for drama.

Agree to disagree using conflict management Disagreeing with someone else’s perspective is always allowable. However, of utmost importance is how that disagreement is managed. It’s important to find a divorce professional who aligns with your values of peacemaking while also advocating for an equitable settlement. The key is a professional’s skill in conflict resolution.

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“the business of ” dissolving your marriage. This life transition triggers significant emotions, as does childbirth, marriage and death. Would someone keep the emotions out of those transitions?

Refusing to reach reasonable compromises or engaging in behavior that intentionally rankles your spouse, such as stalling, road-blocking and negative communication, are expensive activities because of the resulting litigation that ensues. Alternatively, we all know someone who sacrificed significant sums of money, time with their children or relinquished desirable assets because of emotional blackmail or conflict-avoidance.

You have more options than either choosing between escalating conflict or avoiding it altogether. Are you risking your retirement security or your relationship with your kids? Choosing a legal professional is crucial in not only what you end up with but how you feel about yourself afterward.

Your attorney or mediator can help you make decisions about things you care about most, including your future financial security and creating a positive, two-home family for your children. Also, make wise use of your time. Each meeting with your divorce professional should have an agenda and desired outcomes addressing the issues at hand.

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Mediation and Collaborative Law are ideal for those who do not want to engage the court in their private family matter. Although both of these models use professional services, they are often far less expensive than going to court with an aggressive trial lawyer. Choose your process very carefully if you want to avoid litigation costs. A responsible family law attorney should be able to help you weigh the pros and cons of all process options that are available to you and be willing to refer you elsewhere if they don’t practice in the model you feel is best for you.

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GIG HARBOR IN FOCUS

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iller whales and canaries have a lot in common.

Canaries have been used since the early days of underground mining to detect toxic vapors for miners as they chipped away at bedrock in pursuit of valuable commodities from coal and diamonds to veins of precious gold.

The majestic orca that has become symbolic of the pristine waters of the Puget Sound has become the canary of the waters of what is known as the South Salish Sea. The health of the mammals has been used to indicate levels of oxygen and food available to sustain the creatures that that have shared the seas for centuries.

There are three pods of orca whales that make their home in the Puget Sound. All are endangered but none more so than the killer whales that roam the southern reaches of the Sound.

transient orcas that enter the Sound from the ocean in search of easily accessible food. The transient pods, she explained, come into the Sound from the Pacific to feed on the salmon when larger prey such as seals are not available.

“The Southern killer whale is native to the Puget Sound,” explained Rachel Easton, educational director of the Gig Harbor-based Harbor WildWatch. “The resident orcas are exclusively fish eaters. In fact, they prefer King Salmon.”

Humans are also a threat to the orcas.

Easton said her organization is concerned with the loss of salmon in the Sound over the past several months caused by intrusions from humans and the aggressive feeding habits of

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“Whales communicate through a language of echoes that allows them to share source of food and warn other members of the pod about dangers,” said Easton. “Noise from the growing number of whale-watch excursions and pleasure boaters can confuse orcas and pose a danger to their ability to find enough food.”

Harbor WildWatch is also monitoring the

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number of sharks in the Sound that have been impacted by pollutants that settle to the sea bed and contaminate food sources for the bottom feeders. Easton said there are seven species of sharks that are native to the Puget Sound. The most endangered are the six- and seven-gill sharks that live at depths of up to 900 feet below the surface.

“People, especially divers, are fascinated by these sharks and will gather around them in groups to watch them feed,” said Easton. “It seems that every diver in the Sound is looking for a way to capture their own YouTube moment.”

The resident sharks and the orcas of the Puget Sound will be the focus of two activities this

summer that have been designed to raise money and awareness for the preservation of these ancient creatures.

On July 14, Harbor WildWatch will host its second Apex Predator Day in conjunction with the Fox Island Museum. An apex predator, also known as an alpha predator, earns it distinction as being at the top of the food chain. The health of apex predators plays a critical role in maintaining the health of an ecosystem.

The day will start with a beach walk at the Fox Island Boat Launch and continue at the Fox Island History Museum, where participants will be able to enjoy games, arts and crafts, interactive activities for all ages and a special exhibit about

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the environmental impact of trash that ends up in the Sound.

Three quarters of the pollutants that pose a danger to sea life in the Sound does not come from oil run-off, according to Easton.

“You’d never think about pouring a quart of oil into the waters of the Sound,” said Easton. “But that’s the equivalent of a car with an oil leak that forces the driver to add a quart of oil to the engine between oil changes.”

She said sharks are bottom feeders that often eat the decaying flesh of fish that have died and settled to the sandy bottom.

The efforts to save orcas and sharks from the danger created by humans began this year on World Ocean Day in June when 144 dedicated individuals helped clean trash from beaches along the South Sound.

“The critical situation with sharks and orcas could correct itself if we could just leave the Sound five years to recuperate,” she explained. “Orcas are intelligent animals and will evolve to survive if left alone.”

The Sound would also benefit from a change in attitude by residents of Western Washington. Easton said picking up dog poop every day would help the whales and sharks in the Sound. She said the run-off from the poop from one medium-sized dog can contaminate 15 shellfish beds, which, in turn, limits the availability of krill and other nutrients in the water.

Her suggestion for people concerned about the health of the Puget Sound is to challenge restaurant operators to be part of the solution by reducing the amount of food wasted at dining establishments. The unused food could help feed the homeless if it does not end up in the Sound.

Easton went on to question the amount of plastic used, and disposed of, every day. She said it is hard for people to change their way of thinking.

“Think about the waste in one order of take-out food,” she said. “There is no reason why people cannot provide their own containers for food they want to bring home from a restaurant. We’ve expanded on the expression ‘Reduce, Reuse and Recycle’ by adding the word ‘Rethink.’”

On August 15, Harbor WildWatch will welcome noted neuroscientist Dr. Lori Marino, the founder of the Whale Sanctuary Project on the East Coast to address an all-ages Cocktails and Fishtales presentation on the status of sea mammals at Ocean5.

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According to Easton, the one-day effort removed 400 pounds of debris from local shorelines.

Education is the main objective of the Harbor WildWatch organization.

The nonprofit reaches out to local schools and maintains a presence at local farmers markets, as well as outdoor concerts in the area, to reach people who are empathetic to the cause.

The effort, she said, gives volunteers the opportunity to interact at 600 events with an average of 32,000 people every year. Adult response has been judged a response by the growing number of memberships to the nonprofit group.

The student program has been an unabashed success, Easton said with a smile, based on the waiting list of 5- to 12-year-olds who have enrolled in the 20 different programs for young people.

“Residents of this area love to frolic along the shoreline of the Puget Sound,” Easton concluded. “We all have to realize there’s a price to pay to be living with such beauty. People need to understand that we are the newcomers compared to the orcas and sharks that populate the Sound. We should think of ourselves as humble guests.”

Dan Aznoff is a freelance writer based in Mukilteo, Washington. He was a finalist for a Pulitzer Prize for his coverage of the toxic waste crisis in California and has received acclamation for his work in the areas of sustainable energy and the insurance industry. Aznoff is the author of two books that document colorful periods of history in Washington.

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hen most kids go for a bike ride with Mom or Dad, it’s usually around the neighborhood, down to the park and back or maybe into town to grab some ice cream, but that’s not usually the case for one local elementary schooler.

“My dad and I go on many training rides that are between 10 to 30 miles at a time. I eat good foods, like pasta and veggies, before all of my rides to give me energy,” said Ryder Murphy.

Ryder is putting in the miles getting ready for his second Seattle to Portland bike ride. He completed the more than 200-mile ride last year at age 7 and was the youngest finisher in the event that can attract upwards of 10,000 participants. The ride begins in Downtown Seattle and passes through Puyallup, Chehalis, Longview, St. Helen’s and many more beautiful locations before ending in the Rose City.

“I was proud and excited to be finishing the ride. One of my favorite things was beating my dad across the finish line,” said Ryder. “I really appreciated all the riders who encouraged me along the way. I think I encouraged them, too.”

Despite the huge swaths of cyclists, Ryder isn’t too difficult to spot through the crowds both due to his stature and his eye-catching blue Specialized Hotrock bike. He hopes even more people recognize him this year as he’s trying to bring awareness to hunger in Washington.

“I hope to also encourage other kids to get involved so maybe one day families in Washington could have enough food—even more than enough food,” he said.

Ryder is partnering with Gig Harbor Peninsula FISH Food Bank and Community Service. The local nonprofit provides emergency food and clothing assistance,

“I hope to also encourage other kids to get involved, so maybe one day families in Washington could have enough food—even more than enough food,” he said.

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THE HARBOR household goods, assistance paying utility bills, as well as counseling and summer camps for those in need. When he heard about how many people in his state go hungry each year, Ryder was determined to do what he could to help those in need.

“There are 1.8 million kids in Washington who don’t have enough food. Kids can help, and that’s what I’m trying to do,” he said.

If you aren’t able to make it to the 200-mile ride July 14 and 15, you can follow along with Ryder on his journey by checking out his Instagram handle @RyderOnABike. He’s hoping to make the community aware of just how many families are struggling and to inspire them to open up their wallets and help out however they can.

Donations can be made in person at GHP FISH, located at 4425 Burnham in Gig Harbor, or you can donate under Ryder’s cause at GHPFish. com/STPRyder.

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A NEW EXPERIENCE COMES TO GIG HARBOR CELEBRATE THE REGION'S WINE, BEERS, SPIRITS AND FOOD

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revamp what was formerly known as The Wine & Food Festival, starting with its new name— The Gig Harbor Wine & Food Experience— and offering three days to celebrate all that’s great in local food and drink, with Celebrity Cruises as its 2018 premier sponsor.

In celebration of the Downtown Waterfront Alliance’s 10th anniversary, they decided to

The “experience” kicks off Friday, July 27, 6 to 10pm, with a Pier to Table Dinner, sponsored

by Kitsap Bank. Those who purchase tickets to the dinner “will enjoy an exclusive evening of dining and dancing under the stars in the beautiful outdoor courtyard at the Harbor History Museum,” says Josh Sherwin, special

hat began eight years ago as an afternoon of food and wine tastings at Harbor History Museum has now evolved into a three-day wine and food experience that you won’t soon forget. Held during the final weekend in July, The Gig Harbor Wine & Food Experience will celebrate the region’s wine, beers, spirits and food at various business locations throughout the downtown waterfront.

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Attendees will be treated to a cocktail hour featuring beverages provided by Heritage Distilling Co., 7 Seas Brewing and Willamette Valley Vineyards, silent auction, live music by pianist Elijah Bossenbroek and a fourcourse meal served family style. On the menu? Alaskan salmon with farm-to-table accompaniments prepared by Chef Richard Dengler and Christina Dengler, owners of Devoted Kiss Café, with help from local chefs.

The evening concludes with dancing featuring

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“WE HAVE 24 DOWNTOWN BUSINESSES PARTICIPATING AS ‘PARTY STOPS,’” SAYS JOSH. “THERE ARE 20 WINERIES, THREE BREWERIES, A DISTILLERY AND 20 FOOD PROVIDERS INCLUDING MANY OF OUR BEST LOCAL RESTAURANTS, ALTOGETHER OFFERING AN AMAZING VARIETY OF OFFERINGS." award-winning vocalist Paul Green and his Quartet. Tickets to this exclusive event are $150, while supplies last.

The Waterfront Block Party, sponsored by U.S. Bank, takes place Saturday, July 28, noon to 5pm. There will be delights you are sure to enjoy. “We have 24 downtown businesses participating as ‘Party Stops,’” says Josh.

“There are 20 wineries, three breweries, a distillery and 20 food providers including many of our best local restaurants, altogether offering an amazing variety of offerings. We designed the Block Party to be a step up from the Sip & Strolls and are excited to have achieved that goal.”

Attendees will enjoy wine and food pairings featuring the finest wines, brews, spirits and food from the Pacific Northwest at multiple locations downtown. As you stroll the streets and visit the various Party Stops, you’ll experience a variety of live entertainment, courtesy of the Broadway Center for Performing Arts. Tacoma’s popular Kim Archer, local favorite Jamie LeMessurier, Gina Belliveau, Elijah Bossenbroek, David Cathers and the entertaining duo The Happy Sinners will add excitement to this already incredible event. Admission to the Waterfront Block Party is $45

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if purchased before July 15, $50 July 16 through 27 and $55 the day of (if still available). Ticket includes a souvenir wine glass and 15 sip tickets.

The event concludes Sunday, July 29, when several downtown restaurants will be offering Champagne Brunches featuring specially prepared menus—a perfect way to cap off the weekend. Participating restaurants are Brix 25, JW Restaurant, Morso and Millville Pizza. For reservations, be sure to contact the restaurant of your choice directly.

When it comes to what Josh is most looking forward to at this threeday food and drink celebration, he says, “Each of the three days offers something very special and unique for our community and visitors to participate in. I’m looking forward to seeing so many people experience our downtown, to be more familiar with our downtown businesses and that special feeling you get as an event planner knowing you had a part in bringing smiles to so many faces.”

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Tickets for the Pier to Table Dinner and Waterfront Block Party are available online for purchase at EventBrite.com or bit.ly/ wineandfoodexperience. The Wine & Food Experience is a fundraiser to support the Gig Harbor Downtown Waterfront Alliance and the Rotary Club of Gig Harbor.

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Josh is overwhelmed by the incredible support there has been to help bring this fabulous weekend experience to life. Sponsors, not previously mentioned, include Entertainment Sponsor Timberland Bank, Transportation Sponsor Olympic Property Group, Volunteer Sponsor Tickled Pink, Cocktail Napkin Sponsor Metropolitan Market, and Wine Store Sponsor Town & Country Market.

Vendors for the Waterfront Block Party include wineries Browne Family Vineyards, Carl's Pond Winery, Cave B Estates, Eleganté Cellars, Eleven Winery, Goose Ridge Estates, Henry Earl Estate Wines, K Vintners, Le Po Cellars, Long Cellars, Mosquito Fleet Winery, Obelisco Estates, Tero Estates & Flying Trout Wines, The Walls Vineyards, Tranche Cellars, Traveri Cellars, Walla Walla Vintners, Willamette Valley Vineyard and Wind Rose Cellars. Serving up small-bite foods are Art of Crunch, Bella Bella Cupcakes, Boat Shed Restaurant, Chambers Bay Grill, Chef Sunshine Catering, Gig Harbor Candy Company, Harbor General Store, Il Lucano Ristoranté, JW Restaurant, Knife Fork Spoon, Lunchbox Laboratory, Metropolitan Market, Moctezuma's, Morso, Purdy Organics, The Cake Lady, The Hub at Gig Harbor and Town & Country Market. Plus there will be brews from 7 Seas Brewing, Gig Harbor Brewing and Harmon Brewing, and spirits from Heritage Distilling.

As Josh says, “We want people to feel they have had a special time in Gig Harbor’s beautiful downtown and to have an even greater awareness of what a special place it is and all it has to offer.”

“EACH OF THE THREE DAYS OFFERS SOMETHING VERY SPECIAL AND UNIQUE FOR OUR COMMUNITY AND VISITORS TO PARTICIPATE IN. I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING SO MANY PEOPLE EXPERIENCE OUR DOWNTOWN."

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ounded in 1946 in Fircrest by Jack Hawkins, Hawkins-Poe has established itself as a family owned boutique-style real estate company offering three locations, each designed with an inviting and comfortable atmosphere where they can be available to their clients around the clock.

Jack insisted upon integrity and lived by one simple rule: “Folks will make good decisions if I give them good information.” This motto, combined with his work ethic, has continued on for three generations, resulting in making Hawkins-Poe one of the most successful and stable firms around. In addition, the full-service real-estate company has a property management division.

Today the real estate enterprise is owned by husband-and-wife team Frank and Teresa Hawkins. Both have deep roots in the communities they serve, as Frank grew up in Fircrest where he attended Wilson High School, and Teresa moved to the area from California while in high school and lived on Horsehead Bay. Their two daughters, Charlie and Jennifer Hawkins, were born and raised in Gig Harbor, where they have chosen to settle and raise their families. Son Jack Hawkins serves the community as a first

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“I think Gig Harbor is the greatest town in the world—and I’ve traveled a lot!” says Charlie, managing broker at Hawkins-Poe. “I have two small children, so it’s important for me to be a part of a community that focuses on family, and I think that’s exactly what Gig Harbor does. People here love supporting local business whether it’s food, craft or professional services, and so do I. I also love being on the water! I grew up in Gig Harbor and spent a lot of time playing on the beach looking for creatures.”

An independent brokerage with 50-plus brokers, Hawkins-Poe has a hands-on relationship with their brokers and stays on the cutting edge of marketing, taking ideas and insight and making changes and updates frequently. “My hope for the future is that we can continue doing what we are doing and providing excellent service to our brokers and customers,” according to Charlie.

Adds Jennifer, who has her degree in marketing and is one of HawkinsPoe’s top producers and does much of the marketing for the company, says, “A comparison would be maneuvering a speed boat versus a giant

ocean tanker. When we envision a better method, we are able to adjust immediately, enhancing our company and broker’s individual success.”

The team views itself as matchmakers. “When we can find the perfect property to fit our buyers’ needs, it is our greatest accomplishment; or helping our sellers to maximize their investment,” smiles Charlie.

Frank and Teresa have been in the business for over 40 years, and as Charlie states, “I really have to say that we owe the success of Hawkins-Poe to my parents, whose entire life has really been real estate. My sister and I both grew up as office babies, coming and going from the office in the evenings, weekends, you name it. The real estate business is something that has always held our family together. Real estate is not a job—it’s our lifestyle, and our brokers have become a part of our family. We know their kids, spouses, families and some have been to holidays at our house.”

She adds: “I love real estate and can’t imagine doing anything else, but being a part of a family business is really the greatest gift for me.”

Hawkins-Poe takes pride in the work they do … creating locals one family at a time.

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HEALTH & LIFESTYLE

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find that in life, fitness and nutrition, most people don’t know where they are going, why they are going there or if they even really care. This creates an attitude of anxiety, frustration and futility.

lie on the couch isn’t going to solve the problem.)

Still more seem to lack purpose or desire in fitness and nutrition. They seem to know they should go to the gym and eat well, but they don’t necessarily know why. They might have some vague idea that they want to be fitter and healthier, but they don’t know what that means for them.

Most people seem to find themselves getting up, going to work, working too hard and not knowing why. They end up frustrated and burned out because they’re on a treadmill with a short carrot on a stick in front of them, but they aren’t even sure if they even like carrots at all.

All of these scenarios lead to a brutal sense of futility. After all, all of the above require effort, create stress and discomfort, yet there is no sense of purpose to it all. How can you get to where you’re going if you don’t know where you’re going?

Many more seem to be unhappy at work but don’t want to explore their unhappiness, what would make them happy or what they should be doing instead. (Quick side note: Even though a lot of people don’t love their jobs, they do seek a purpose and something to work at. So just up and quitting to

Add in some fast-paced, run-run-run, hustle-harder attitude mixed with an

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WHAT KIND OF CAR DO YOU WANT TO DRIVE? WHAT KIND OF HOUSE DO YOU WANT? WHAT KIND OF JOB DO YOU WANT?

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So where are you headed and why are you headed there? What if you don’t know the answers to either?

One of the most powerful things I’ve ever done in my life is creating a vision board. A vision board can be done thousands of different ways, but in my case, it was a physical board with cutouts or printouts of all of the things that I thought I wanted in my life. These can be material things, metaphysical things, emotional things, family things, work things, whatever. Heck, you can even put a vision board on your vision board.

What kind of car do you want to drive? What kind of house do you want? What kind of job do you want? By putting these things out there, you’ll start to have your destinations and carrots in front of you. You’ll begin to understand where you want to go and what it takes to get there.

There are a few complications to this. One is that you probably won’t have all the answers. That’s just fine. This will be a work in progress, evolving and moving over time. Things will come down, move around and new things will go up.

Another is that you won’t be able to just Amazon Prime everything in your new life. It may take the rest of your life. But if you are diligent and continue to head in that direction, and you slowly start to realize all the things that you’ve posted, your success will breed more success, and you will start to understand that, in fact, this is the most incredible time to be alive, and that if you really want it, you can seek it out and realize it.

Try it. I promise that it will give you purpose and planning in your life. You will understand why you get up and go to work in the morning (or don’t). When things get tough, you’ll know that it will all be worth it (or maybe it’s not).

The worst thing we can do as humans is lose our sense of purpose. Seek to create and understand yours.

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f you’re like most people, your view of exercise is unanimously positive.

It’s something we could all use more of, improve at and give more to attention to in order to get the most out of our lives. However, what if your exercise was doing more harm than good?

Isn’t it odd that the very thing we believe will make us a better and healthier human is increasingly injuring us? Where it gets weird is when we end up at the physical therapist doing exercises to heal our injury from exercising. Just let that sink in.

Osteoarthritis is the leading cause of disability in Americans, affecting one in four adults and one in 250 children. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative change to joint structures as a result of underuse, overuse, misuse and injury.

Justifying injury, pain and joint damage as the price of working out and being in shape is akin to crashing your car every time you drive and accepting it as simply the price of driving.

The CDC reports hip replacements in 2000-2010 have more than doubled.

For 45-year-olds, it has increased 50 percent!

Simply put, current exercise trends and functional fitness programs prioritize fitness over joint health, and without specific and intelligent training processes we will continue to see injury rates and joint degeneration rise.

As few as half of runners to as many as eight out of 10 will sustain an injury trying to get a jump on their bod for summer.

There are two requirements to resist injury and prevent degenerative changes to joints. First, your joints must be able to freely move into the positions in which the tasks you engage in require. Second, you must have maximum control and coordination of those joints in those various ranges of motion.

Without both requisites, injury is not a matter of if but when.

Furthermore, studies show a minimum of one out of four to as many as three out of four participants sustained significant injuries participating in common high-intensity “functional” fitness programs; 10 percent of those injuries required immediate surgical intervention.

As the old saying goes: Use it or lose it. To maintain joint health, each joint should be moved strategically and independently through its greatest range of motion every single day to maintain its capacities. This simple daily practice can prevent further losses of mobility. However, to truly regain lost joint mobility, you must prioritize training your joints over everything else, unless of course your joints aren’t important.

Finally, collected data from the CDC reveals from 2011-2014, half of people engaged in exercise of any kind sustained an injury. Half!

So the question is, if exercise is so good, then why is it racing people toward joint replacements and making Ibuprofen a major food group? Now, while pain is common, it is not normal. Unfortunately, somewhere along the way we have been sold the idea that pain is the price you pay for health.

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NOT ALL HEARING LOSS IS CREATED EQUAL TYPES OF HEARING LOSS

BY DEANNA IFF, AU.D., CCC-A, HEAR FOR LIFE AUDIOLOGY

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hen hearing health-care professionals talk about hearing loss, we talk in terms of type, degree and

Type of hearing loss is determined by the auditory structures affected. Sound must travel through the outer ear, which encompasses the part you see (the pinna) and the ear canal (where you should not put cotton swabs), to the middle ear. The middle ear includes the eardrum (or tympanic membrane), the ossicles (the tiniest bones in your body: the incus, malleus and stapes) and the spaces around them. Vibration of the eardrum by incoming soundwaves in turn vibrates the ossicles, which are responsible for carrying the incoming information to the inner ear. The inner ear is where we find the cochlea (that snail-shaped organ of hearing), which is a fluid-filled shell containing all of the auditory hair cells, which are connected to auditory nerve fibers. Vibration of a membranous window by the footplate of the stapes causes movement of the fluid in the cochlea, which is picked up by the hair cells and encoded by frequency (similar to what we call pitch) along its route to the brainstem, where it is detected, then on to the brain for perception.

A conductive hearing loss occurs when sound is not transmitted normally through one or multiple parts of the outer or middle ear.

This type of hearing loss often makes sound much softer and can frequently be managed through medication and/or surgery. Among the causes of conductive hearing loss are: fluid in the middle ear from colds or allergies, a perforation in the eardrum, swimmer’s ear (otitis externa), ear infections (otitis media), excessive or impacted earwax (cerumen) or trauma to or malformation of the outer or middle ear.

Sensorineural hearing loss is the type most commonly found in adults and is overall the most common type of permanent hearing loss. This type of hearing loss results from damage to the cochlea or the auditory nerve.

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hear but also causes distortion even when sounds are loud enough to be heard. This may make someone say that things sound unclear or muffled, like people are mumbling.

Sensorineural hearing loss can be a result of excessive noise exposure, aging, genetic or hereditary components, head trauma, drugs that are toxic to ear structures (ototoxic) or, in many cases, a combination of the above.

This type typically cannot be corrected with surgery or medication and is usually treated with amplification (hearing aids or other assistive devices).

A mixed hearing loss is one that combines features of both conductive and sensorineural hearing loss. This means that there is damage or an obstruction in the outer or middle ear as well as the inner ear or auditory nerve. The conductive portion of the hearing loss may be medically managed, but the sensorineural portion will remain. If you believe you or someone you love may have hearing loss, please consult a hearing health-care professional for evaluation.

REFLEXOLOGY What is it and how does it work?

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eflexology is the application of pressure to the feet, hands and/or ears to specific reflex points.

circulation; when there is no movement of fluid, swelling can occur and healing becomes hindered.

There are several theories about how and why reflexology works. One theory is that reflexology works with the central nervous system. In the 1890s, Sir Henry Head and Sir Charles Sherrington began research to show that there is a direct link between the skin and internal organs and that our entire nervous system will adjust to pressure or stimulation. This pressure sends a signal to the peripheral nervous system and then to the central nervous system, which sends signals throughout the body to respond by adjusting hormone release, change in blood pressure, heart rate, breathing and circulation.

A fourth theory is based on zone theory. The theory is that the body is divided into 10 zones and located within those zones are all of our organs and body systems. These zones are found in the feet and hands. By reflexing those zones we can access each area within a particular zone. If you look at your feet, the toes represent your brain and head reflexes.

Beginning with the great or big toe, your entire spinal column can be accessed. From the top of your toe on the inside of your foot would be your cervical spine; just below your toe where it meets the top of your foot would be your thoracic spine; and from there your lumbar spine, beginning in the arch of your foot; and then on to your sacrum near your ankle; and lastly your coccyx or tailbone, located at your heal. These zones between reflex points are thought to connect all of our organs and systems through the nervous system.

Another theory is that when the body is in a relaxed state it can begin to repair itself.

Reflexology can bring deep relaxation, which improves the circulatory, cardiovascular, endocrine, muscular, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. With this theory, pain may be reduced with relaxation and a change in mood.

There is also the theory that increasing the flow of blood, lymph, interstitial fluids and oxygen helps the body begin to repair areas where there is stagnation. What this means is that there may be areas where there is little to no movement of blood or fluids due to an injury, pulled muscle or area of poor

Reflexology is not a new modality for wellness and practiced in many countries by certified reflexologists and medical doctors.

Reflexology can be used for everything.

When combined with other care you may be receiving from your health-care provider, or other modalities, reflexology can improve your overall health and well-being. Everyone can benefit from reflexology.

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up after playtime. Encourage your child to put things back by establishing a home for his/her playthings.

Increased amounts of screen time can be associated with behavior problems, anxiety, poor sleep, decreased activity and childhood obesity.

In addition, a recent study from the University of Toronto revealed that for each 30 minutes of screen time an infant is exposed to they are at a 49-percent increased risk of expressive speech delay.

5. Explore the outdoors. We know the Northwest can throw some wet weather at us. But don’t let the rain stop you. Dress accordingly, meet up with other families and explore the outdoors.

Remember that being in the cold doesn’t cause colds.

Even background TV can interfere with a child’s ability to concentrate, and researchers have found that background noise can prevent children from hearing different sounds in words which affected their ability to learn new words and retain the ones they were taught.

It can be tempting to use a screen to entertain your toddler while you are trying to get stuff done, but when you use screens as a babysitter you are actually shaping your child’s brain so that s/he will be less able to entertain herself/himself over time. Toddler brains are undergoing huge amounts of development every day. Young children’s brains are designed to develop optimally by engaging with the physical world and with the imagination rather than being fed passive viewing that bypasses the need for imagination.

Here are some tips to help you avoid screen time for your toddler: 1. Choose toys that allow kids to create their own fun. For example, blocks, craft supplies and playing dress up all stimulate a child’s creativity.

2. Engage children in helping with daily household activities. Kids love to mimic us.

They can help pick up dirty clothes, sort socks, sweep floors and water plants. Give them their own drawer of pots and pans and encourage them to pretend to cook when you are making a meal. It’s also good to get in the habit of cleaning

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3. Read! Not just at bedtime, but find a few minutes during the day, too.

4. Get on the floor and play. Spend time encouraging the development of the parent/child bond with active play at their level.

6. Keep electronics out of sight. Unplug from your devices completely or consider checking your email, text messages or social media when your kids are not around. Make a rule about not using devices during mealtimes. Designate media-free locations at home such as bedrooms and dining spaces.

Toddlers and preschoolers may not look busy, but they have important developmental work to do. Fantasy play, building with blocks, artwork, social interaction with their peers and siblings, cooking with their parents, climbing, swinging and looking at books are just a few of these critical development activities. These activities help your child's brain develop naturally, giving him/her people skills, problem-solving creativity, as well as becoming a foundation for math and reasoning.

Dr. Karen Holdner is a pediatrician with Pediatrics Northwest, P.S. and the Reach Out and Read coordinator for the Federal Way location. She stays active by jogging, biking, traveling and cooking.

The Benefits of Probiotics for Optimal Health A GUIDE TO SELECTING THE MOST EFFECTIVE SOURCE

BY SCOTT PORTER, FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE PHARMACIST

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ut health is essential to living well and performing optimally. The microbiome we host plays an important role in our wellbeing. There are more than 100 trillion microorganisms in our digestive tract, totaling on average 4 to 6 pounds.

of this comes from yogurt and fermented foods like sauerkraut. While these are helpful, they tend not to be potent enough. So I also supplement with effective probiotics. Probiotics have risen to the top of my six essential nutrients for active lifestyles.

Gut bacteria have a powerful impact on our health. Maintaining a balance between these bacteria is key to adequate breakdown of food and absorption of nutrients.

With the recognition that probiotics offer a tremendous benefit, there has also been an escalation in the number of options available. The challenge is how to sort through the myriad of choices.

I like to keep in mind when I eat that I am also feeding my microbiome. Bacteria that reside in my intestines and tend to wreak havoc love things that are sweet and made out of flour.

Sugar, honey and agave can encourage the overgrowth of certain microorganisms. This also goes with breads, even gluten free, rice pastas, and almond-flour cookies. Juice, kombucha, many fruits and some forms of dairy can also be a tasty treat to detrimental bacteria.

In moderation, the overgrowth that occurs from these foods in our gut can be dealt with. About 60 percent of our stool is bacteria that we eliminate every day. But when we consume this food regularly, we will likely start to have problems.

Bloating, gas, diarrhea and acid reflux can all arise.

Left unchecked, this may lead to foggy brain, problems focusing, sleep challenges and skin issues. Long-term this can cause much bigger problems.

On top of a good diet, I take additional beneficial bacteria on a daily basis. These help repopulate and encourage growth of the good stuff. Some

The first thing I do is look at the number of colony forming units (CFUs). This gives me an idea of just how many probiotics are in each capsule. This can range from 100 million to 900 billion.

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The timing of potency claims is critical, whether this is at manufacture or expiration. At first, it seems a higher number is stronger. But probiotics will deteriorate over time, so the lower number could be a more potent option if good until expiration.

The next thing we'll need to know is how many strains there are. You can have anywhere from one to 30 or more. Higher, again, is not always better, as a larger number of strains will diminish the potency of each individual strain. Overcrowding can also create chaos and competition since bacteria are antagonistic.

Once you have a good idea of the potency, you'll then be able to compare products based on servings and price. I've seen products have four times the potency, and twice as many days’ worth, for half the price of another brand. So more expensive does not mean better.

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the layers of your skin, giving you the most benefit. Unlike conventional moisturizers that combine water and wax, facial oil blends are typically 100-percent active ingredients and contain no fillers.

Natural plant oils have been used as moisturizers and skin conditioners for thousands of years. The complex biology of plant compounds delivers vitamins, antioxidants and omega fatty acids, resulting in endless skin benefits. Scientists have tried extensively to replicate the beneficial plant compounds in labs but have not been able to reproduce them in their entirety. So, while many skincare products deliver amazing results, if you desire an all-natural skincare approach, consider the use of oils.

Won’t facial oils cause breakouts and excessive oil?

When you first hear about adding oil to your beauty routine, it is natural to be concerned about breakouts and excessive oiliness. The truth is that adding oils to your beauty routine helps to normalize your oil production. When we use products that strip our natural oils from our skin, our body produces more oil to prevent over drying. But when you use the right type and amount of oil, excess oil production can calm down.

And, most natural plant oils are non-comedogenic, meaning they will not clog your pores.

Which facial oils are best for my skin type?

Now that you know the many benefits of adding facial oils to your skincare routine, let’s talk about which oils are best for your skin type or concern.

• Dry/Mature Skin - Jojoba seed and rosehip oils will help to fade discolorations and encourage cell regeneration while moisturizing. These oils are lightly scented, provide rich hydration and are absorbed quickly.

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hen it comes to choosing skincare products, it can be difficult to know which ones are right for you. There are thousands of products ranging from cleansers to eye serums, and knowing which products will work for you, your skin type and the issues you are trying to correct (acne, fine lines, large pores, etc.) can seem like a daunting task. Let’s get back to basics and discuss some of the first products that were used to cleanse and correct our skin woes.

• Combination Skin - Bergamot and marula oil help prevent skin damage and fight breakouts, while jasmine and lapis oils are great to boost emollient moisture and calm oil production in prone areas.

What are facial oils?

• Sensitive Skin - Chia, shea and lavender oils have a calming effect and nourish sensitive, dry and irritable skin. They are rich in omega-3 fatty acids as well as powerful antioxidants and plant-based probiotics to nourish even the most sensitive skin.

Facial oils (often called beauty oils or serums) are a blend of beneficial plant oils that work to moisturize and deeply nourish the skin. Derived from plants rather than animal or petroleum products, their starring role in the beauty routine comes after cleanser and before creams/lotions. They work best to rejuvenate your complexion by supplying nutrients to the skin in a form that penetrates deeply into

Mother Earth provides so many beautiful resources that have benefits beyond what can be created in a lab. They can be beneficial on their own or in conjunction with other skincare products. Take advantage of these natural resources and take your skincare routine back to the basics.

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The Cycle for Good Rick’s Bike Sale

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ick Anderson is an avid re-user and recycler. When my brother and I were very young, I remember my dad taking us on walks to nearby construction sites where we would pick up soda and beer cans leftover from the workers. After a couple months we had several large trash bags full, which we loaded up and took to the recycling center. To my young amazement, we were given money for these old cans and our first lesson about the rewards of work were born as my dad split the earnings between the two of us to open our first savings accounts. As we grew, we would look forward to Saturday garage sales with Dad where we would find all kinds of fun stuff for pennies on the dollar. I learned to ski in several $2 to $3 pairs of boots, caught baseballs behind the plate with a $.25 catcher’s mitt and still carry around a cooler we’ve had in the family for more than 25 years. My dad, Rick, continues his conquest of finding great deals while keeping items of value out of the landfill and is most interested today in one main item—bikes.

Rick’s Bike Sale most likely got started when it was clear my brother and I wouldn’t be sticking around Minnesota for college. I ran off to Montana, and my brother to Arizona, an unfortunate byproduct for my parents exposing us to travel at a very young age.

“When you boys went away to school it was too quiet around here, and we weren’t really done being parents,” my dad tells me. “We found a local mentorship program, got screened and started mentoring a young boy named John.”

John is one of six siblings who were adopted by a single mother so they would remain together as a family. Mentoring involves spending a few hours a week with John; mostly hanging out, playing games, watching movies and providing a positive environment for him. As the bond grew and my parents met John’s siblings, Dad realized he wanted to do a little more for them. Noticing that not all of them had bikes, and the ones they had weren’t in great working order, Rick set out to the Saturday garage sales in search of six quality bikes. In no time he found them, tuned them up and gave them to the kids at a very small expense. The light bulb then went off in his brain.

“I thought to myself, ‘I can find bikes pretty easy, tune them and fix them up, and whatever I sell them for, donate the money back to the mentoring program,’” he said. “I didn’t look too far into the future, but it’s really taken off and it’s unbelievable to see right now.”

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Rick’s first bike sale was held out of his garage with help from my mom and a couple of neighbors. It raised a couple thousand dollars of which he was very proud. This past May was the 10th time he’s run the sale. It’s now held in an auto repair shop parking lot, staffed by a small army of volunteers. The most recent donation was $46,953 now split between two organizations.

“All the people that help with this is just incredible,” Rick said. “People are so happy to give us bikes, everyone at the sale is smiling and I never have to recruit volunteers. Everyone is just happy to do it.”

It took us 10 years but this was the first sale my brother and I attended firsthand. In the beginning we helped from afar, me writing press releases for Dad to send out to local news outlets and both of us encouraging our friends back home to spread the word about the upcoming sale. Living two time zones away and starting families of our own, it had slipped our minds as to what an important day and event this is for my dad. Luckily my mom gave us the motherly reminder about it and we all decided to surprise Dad with two more volunteers. He was blown away when I walked in the door around 6pm Thursday night and even more shocked the next morning when my brother came crawling up from downstairs for breakfast after I snuck out to pick him up from the airport at midnight.

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FEATURE STORY The work for the next Rick’s Bike Sale typically begins about three weeks after the last one ends. People hear about it from friends and neighbors who picked up a bike or donated one and are eager to donate their unused bikes to the cause. Today, going to yard sales is more of a rarity as the phone rings almost daily with someone offering up a bike for donation.

“It’s really fun to give the money, but I get just as big a kick out of keeping bikes out of the landfill and into the hands of someone who really wants it,” said Rick.

Once a bike is donated, Rick, along with Randy Bailey and Greg Thompson, divide them up to get them tuned, adjusted, cleaned up and stored until the day of the sale. The lead up to the 2018 sale saw more than 530 bicycles donated—a ton of tuning for just three people.

At any given time there are 40 or so bikes in Dad’s garage as well as wheels and tires hanging from the ceiling, and boxes of kickstands and brake cables he’s saved off bikes that were too broken down to be restored to working order.

“If I can get a kickstand, handlebar grips or tubes off one of these bikes, that’s five more dollars I don’t have to spend which goes to charity instead,” said Mr. Recycle.

As the sale grew, where to put everything became one of the biggest issues. Pleading with neighbors and friends, Rick found basements, and a few other locations spread across the county, but realized he needed a more efficient system in order to maximize his time spent on bikes and minimize traveling to and from storage. A local towing company was in possession of several unused semi trailers which have been offered up for the sale. Bikes are now secured and even hung from the truck roofs, and the trucks can accommodate several

“I thought to myself, ‘I can find bikes pretty easy, tune them and fix them up, and whatever I sell them for, donate the money back to the mentoring program.”

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“IT’S REALLY FUN TO GIVE THE MONEY, BUT I GET JUST AS BIG A KICK OUT OF KEEPING BIKES OUT OF THE LANDFILL AND INTO THE HANDS OF SOMEONE WHO REALLY WANTS IT.” hundred. They are stored at a nearby vocational school and are dropped off right at the front door the day of the sale.

them all lined up by size and make, with all the front wheels tilted at the same direction in time for the pre-sale Friday evening.

When the sale weekend finally arrives, volunteers get set on their tasks. When I arrive at 7:30 on Friday morning, I’m surprised to find close to three dozen people ready to help out. I see my parent’s friends from college, our neighbors, my dad’s fishing-club buddies and my uncle and cousins. The semi pulls up and we start unloading. Bikes are organized into children’s, men’s, women’s, road bikes and vintage/classics, but not before more than 1,000 tires need to be aired up. Several volunteers have brought their own air compressors, and there are a few on hand at the shop. The seemingly monumental task is shockingly done in just a couple hours. My Uncle Dave sets to the task of getting all the bikes in line, and true to his unbelievable attention to detail, he has

Local high school honor society members volunteer to stay up all night and watch the bikes to make sure no one runs off with them, and after a 12-hour Friday set-up day, the main event arrives. Like a wave, people come rushing in, searching for the best selection early. Some have heard about the sale while others drove by and stopped to see what all the commotion is about. Volunteers in bright green shirts direct eager shoppers to the style of bike they are looking for, help adjust the seat to proper height and let them go for a test ride. Others man the shop for last-minute tuning and adjustments, and more take payments in the form of cash or credit. It’s a whirlwind of a day, and after four hours there are just a few dozen leftover, all of which will go to another garage sale to benefit a

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In 10 years, Rick has donated $177,257 and saved thousands of bikes from landfills, but what might be most important to him is completing a cycle that started when he was mentored as a young boy. My dad has always been honest with us about the home he grew up in and how his father was not a nice man, putting it lightly. A neighbor, Russell Godfredson, sensed this and gave my dad a job in his Schwinn Bike Shop where he would earn $.15 per bike putting pedals, handlebars and seats on boys’ and girls’ models. It was a place where he was safe, treated with respect, taught the rewards of hard work and lessons in perseverance, something he instilled in his own children and something he hopes to instill in the other children he continues to mentor today.

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are listening to them. By your actions you are hopeful that something sticks. I know things definitely stuck with me,” Dad tells me.

Rick knows he’s found his calling in retirement, which he promises is not far off. He’s insulated the garage so he can work comfortably outside during brutal Minnesota winters and even sold his fishing boat to make even more room and more time to devote to the annual sale. He credits the amazing growth to Greg’s commitment to fix any problem and Randy’s unstoppable energy and networking. “His mind never rests; he’s constantly making us better,” said Rick. “I’m always afraid another nonprofit will snag him away from me.”

The bikes are already coming in for the 2019 sale. The high-end donations include fullsuspension mountain bikes, ultra-light $700plus new Trek and Specialized road bikes, and even a recumbent which they recently sold online for $3,500. With the final young child

“THE WHOLE POINT IS TO LET THEM KNOW THAT YOU CARE, THAT THEY HAVE VALUE TO YOU AND THAT YOU ARE LISTENING TO THEM."

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in the family of six already midway through high school, Rick’s 10 years as a mentor with the same family will be coming to a close soon.

He hopes that through the sale he can find a few people who like to tinker, whether young or old, and teach them how to fix bikes, much like Russell Godfredson did for him.

As I hang up the phone on a recent call with Dad, he tells me he bought two classic-looking banana-seat bikes at a garage sale for $1 each and that he could easily get $50 to $65 for them. I can sense the excitement in his voice and how incredibly rewarding this is for him.

He also lets me know of another $1 spent on a brand new fiberglass mop bucket and mop, perfect for cleaning up the shop area. A few more items saved from the landfill and put to good use.

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reedom. It is something that many take for granted. We go on with our day-today lives, often not giving much thought to those who are fighting for our country at home and overseas. Unless you are over 50 years old, you don’t recall much of the Vietnam War and those that came before, when young men anxiously waited to see if their draft number came up. Yes, it was different then. But the reality is that even though young men and women are not drafted, there are countless individuals who voluntarily put their lives on the line every day.

And of those, many never make it home. And for those who do make it home, they may never be the same.

For those who have lost a loved one to the horror of war, the hurt never goes away. But losing one to war does not necessarily always mean death. It may mean that person comes back emotionally scarred, suffering from post-traumatic stress

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disorder (PTSD) or other mental health issues that can bring about lifelong challenges which could potentially result in suicide.

For those who have lost a loved one to either death by the hands of the enemy at war or by suicide from PTSD, they do what they can to carry on in life. Here are a couple stories of people who have chosen to take their anguish and turn it into something positive to honor their loved one’s memory.

Gig Harbor, Washington, resident Leslie Mayne lost her son Kyle Farr to suicide in March 2009. Kyle served in the U.S. Army and, after being honorably discharged, he was treated for PTSD both overseas and in the U.S. After being released from treatment, Kyle committed suicide.

With unspeakable pain and grief, Leslie launched Permission to Start Dreaming—a new take on another PTSD. The foundation, formed in 2011, partners with veterans’ programs both locally and nationally and holds annual events such as Race for a Soldier, which originated in 2011, Swing for a Soldier golf tournament and Pull for a Soldier trap shooting event. The hope is to not only raise funds to help with the needs of veterans suffering from PTSD but to also raise awareness among the public about an ever-growing epidemic.

Since launching the foundation, nearly $300,000 has been raised. “We have supported many veteran organizations since 2011,” said Leslie. “We have funded, and will continue to do so, strength-based alternative and holistic retreat programs that last far beyond the actual experience.” In addition, they host a monthly Veteran Huddle meeting and are providing their first Veteran

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Workshop in October that will focus on promoting and fostering post-traumatic growth.

“At the end of November, we are sending six combat veterans to participate in the Warrior PATHH program in hopes to deliver a similar program in the Pacific Northwest next year,” said Leslie, referring to a progressive and alternative training for healing heroes, the nation's first non-clinical program designed to cultivate and facilitate Posttraumatic Growth amongst those struggling with PTSD and/ or combat stress. (See BoulderCrestRetreat.org/ warriorpathh for more information.)

According to Leslie, the biggest need for our men and women who return from overseas is ensuring they have the connection to the right relationships, right resources and the right responses for the trauma they have experienced. There are also many ways we as a community, family member or friend can help those experiencing PTSD and depression.

“Reach out to organizations like ours and ask for support and help. We will get them connected to the right resource. Get involved with our events. Begin the right relationships with organizations like ours that contribute to ‘mental fitness’ and programs that promote doing the internal work to be the best versions of themselves after their military service.

Asking for help is not a sign of weakness. We need our military members to continue to serve their country at home, in their churches, communities, businesses and families,” said Leslie.

Theresa Hart is a mother who also took her grief and channeled it into making an impact on veterans.

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October 2013 in honor and memory of her son, SPC Nicholas Newby, who was killed in action in Baghdad on July 7, 2011. The mission, which includes serving the families of the fallen, those who have served and those who are continuing to serve, has provided Theresa with an opportunity to channel her loss into something that gives her pride and purpose.

Newby-ginnings is located in Post Falls, Idaho, and is a place where veterans, active servicemen and women and Gold Star families can come for not only basic household necessities but for peer support, resources and referrals to appropriate agencies. Run entirely by volunteers, their shop has served more than 2,500 individual and enrolls at least 10 new veterans each week. It helps keep the memory of Nicholas alive while also serving others.

As for Leslie, it is the memory of her son that keeps her moving forward to make a difference. “Kyle would have thrived in the veteran community that our foundation has created. He loved the outdoors, sports and connecting with his friends. He loved to laugh, and he wanted to make us proud. He loved his country. He despised bullies. He needed to get real help with his addiction and learn how to make peace with his time in the military. He cared deeply about his friends, loved his family and wanted to serve his country.

Drugs are not the answer to helping people with trauma.

It is not what is wrong with you; it is what happened to you. As a country, we make a promise to our war fighters that we will have their backs when they return.

The institutions have failed them. We cannot. Kyle would probably think his mom was on the right track of encouraging our civilian community to step up their game in these matters. I miss him so. His two sisters and brother carry on, but we ache still inside.�

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Giving Aid

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Resources for veterans struggling to adapt back to civilian life

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hey could be our husband or wife, father or mother, sister, brother, son, daughter, best friend. We all know someone who is currently fighting for our country or who served in the military at some point in their life. As important as it is to support them emotionally, physically and spiritually while they are in active duty, it is equally important, if not more so, to be there when they finally come home and return to civilian life.

Upon returning home, there are many men and women who find themselves unable to pick up where they left off, struggling to connect with their families, friends and communities as they once had. Their world becomes a lonely place, and it can be extremely difficult for them to ask for help. It is our duty, as it was their duty to serve our country, to reach out with compassion and an open heart to do all in our power to truly bring these soldiers homeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and keep them safe.

Since September 11, 2001, more than 2.8 million service members have deployed to war zones across the globeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;many on multiple tours. From soldiers, marines, sailors and airmen, these battlefields have transformed them. There are many programs that have been established to guide our veterans on their journey to recovery from a world many of us will never experience; yet so many never take advantage of these programs either out of fear, sadness or shame.

With Memorial Day behind us, Independence Day upon us and Veterans Day fast approaching, what better way to honor all who have served by doing our part in their healing process and show them all of the opportunities out there that were created for these heroes.

Boulder Crest Retreats was established for veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Their program, PATHH, Progressive and Alternative Training for Healing Heroes, based on the science of Post Traumatic Growth (PTG), offers various programs to aid in the healing processâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;at no charge. Warrior PATHH offers veterans a free 18-month program that begins with a seven-day intensive immersive in-residence initiation with separate programs for males and females; Family PTHH five-day program focused on the entire family; Couples PATHH and Caregiver PATHH three-day programs.

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There are two sites for Boulder Crest Retreat (BCR): Virginia, opened in 2013, and Arizona, opened just last year. Located within minutes of the historic Appalachian Trail and the Shenandoah River, BCR Virginia offers 37 acres where you’ll find cabins, a lodge, archery range, horses, labyrinth, walking trails, fishing pond, outdoor exercise area and more. In addition, the property has chickens and a Heroes Garden— the nation’s second handicapped-accessible walled garden. Located within minutes of the historic Arizona National Scenic Trail, BCR Arizona boasts 130 acres with five-star lodging for up to 28 people, a lodge, archery range, horses, donkeys and longhorn steer, walking and hiking trails, fishing pond, chickens and walled garden.

Both retreats are open to combat veterans (defined as anyone who deployed to a war zone) from any generation and conflict and first responders, and is proud to welcome activeduty, reserve and National Guard personnel, veterans and family members, to include Gold Star families.

You will find a wide range of therapeutic and recreational activities designed to offer their guests “peace of mind and an enhanced sense of well-being,” according to their website. From archery and equine therapy, labyrinth, tipi and horticulture to culinary therapy, fishing, kayaking, music, art, journaling and more, “each activity has a unique and longstanding connection to warrior culture and a strong track record of success.”

There is hope of bringing a similar program to the Pacific Northwest as early as next year.

Those interested in Boulder Crest Retreat can find out more by visiting BoulderCrestRetreat. org.

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the country to “enrich the lives of America’s veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity,” according to their website, TeamRWB.org. With chapters throughout the country, chapters can be found in the Pacific and Inland Northwest in Spokane, Tacoma and Seattle, Washington.

One of the fastest growing veterans’ organizations in the world, Team RWB holds thousands of events each year to help veterans get out and engage with their community. Each chapter works hard to deliver consistent, local and inclusive opportunities for veterans, hosting exercise events, local races and athletic events, social events, community service events, and eagle engagements (one-on-one or small group gatherings which allow veteran/community members to experience physical, social and community activities; a great way to build sincere relationships with others in the community in which they live).

Utilizing extreme sports as a way to “take the edge” out of civilian life, XSports4Vets is a program made up of current conflict veterans who are there to help fellow combat veterans succeed back at home and in their community. From riverboarding and rock climbing to sky diving and rafting, they utilize these extreme sports to connect with others while working on healing their wounds in a positive way. Based in Western Montana, you can find out more about XSports4Vets and their upcoming extreme events by visiting XSports4Vets.org.

For animal lovers, nothing beats a man’s best friend, and Veterans Moving Forward is there to provide service dogs to veterans struggling with physical or behavioral health issues. Through their canine team and raisers, this nonprofit organization raises and trains these service dogs for veterans at no cost to those receiving them. According to VMF’s website, “Service dogs can give veterans the courage and ability to leave their homes, to try new things and to re-engage in their home communities— making a life-changing difference.” You can find out more about this incredible organization and ways you can help through VetsFwd.org.

There are resources out there, and more are popping up each year as the need continues to help our struggling veterans who have sacrificed for all of us. These men and women are seeking ways to heal from their wounds, especially those wounds that can’t be seen.

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attend local parades Bring friends and family to celebrate Independence Day with your neighbors and have fun while being a part of the community! Cheer on your veterans and first responders to show how much we care and support them, all while bonding with your community.

Bake sweets for the families of first responders and veterans.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to show thanks to the households of our local heroes, to the families who have someone in active service for our communities. Families of these patriots should feel proud to be a part of our safety, and what better way to share appreciation with homemade cookies or pies!

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Delivering thank-you notes to first responders.

Get your kids together to write small thank-you notes to take to your town’s local police and fire stations. Maybe your child is inspired by them, or you appreciate their bravery for the community. This is a fun and heartfelt way to show your gratitude to the heroes next door. One thing that is even cuter than a child’s letter is a child’s artwork. Coordinate with your neighbors to get all of your young ones together and have an arts and crafts day dedicated to your police and firefighters. Don’t forget to write letters to active service members. There are several organizations like Operation Gratitude that sends thousands of letters and care packages year round to our troops overseas from families here at home. Become a part of the giving with a simple letter or your child’s artwork to brighten a soldier’s day.

•Talk with family Donate to help our homeless and unemployed members who have served and keep their veterans history alive.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development estimates that 39,471 veterans are homeless, which is a lower count than previous years. Let’s keep the trend moving! There are countless charities like National Coalition for Homeless Veterans to help our brave vets.

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Need an excuse to call Grandpa? Many of us have family who have served the country whether at home or overseas, and Independence Day is the perfect time to reconnect with them.

Ask them about their service and experiences, and they will surely appreciate the sentiment of your call. At the end of the day, the best and most entertaining way to keep our children aware and thinking of our troops is to watch movies in their honor. There are many kid friendly war movies like “War Horse” (2011) or the more recent “Dunkirk” (2017) for you and your family to enjoy this Fourth of July.

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hat were once the three small Eastern Washington towns of Kennewick, Pasco and Richland has now transformed into the bustling metropolitan area known as the Tri-Cities. “Fun in the Sun” is the motto due to almost 300 sunny days each year, making the area popular year round for outdoor activities. The confluence of the Yakima, Snake and Columbia rivers creates a water paradise for kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, sailing, power boating, water skiing, fishing and much more. Golf is one of the top sports in the region, and it’s easy to see why with 10 challenging courses which can be played almost every day of the year. It is no wonder that the Tri-Cities are becoming a top vacation destination in Washington state.

A great vacation starts with a great place to stay. The Columbia Point area is a nice central location with a marina, walking trails, restaurants and lodging. You can even catch a dinner cruise. The Courtyard Marriott is business oriented during the week and more family friendly on the weekends. An indoor heated pool and on-site bicycle rentals make this a perfect family destination. The wine-themed Lodge at Columbia Point is a more upscale experience and conducive to a couple’s getaway.

Step up to a Grand Cru Riverfront King Premium and enjoy a custom, architect-designed room with an incredible view of the Columbia River. A walk-in shower, soaking tub and gas fireplace add to the luxury. Both hotels have riverfront views and are on the Richland Riverfront Trail. It is easy walking distance to restaurants, and the upscale Columbia Point Golf Club is close by.

After checking into your hotel, stroll down the trail along the cove to LU LU Craft Bar + Kitchen. The restaurant is family owned, farm to table, with a made-from-scratch kitchen. The owner’s family has owned the Easterday Farms since 1958. Most of the food in the restaurant is sourced from their farm to include the beef and pork as well as potatoes and onions. Fresh

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produce is also sourced from local farmers. LU LU provides homemade simple food. They have 12 beers on tap, more than 80 local wines and are famed for their craft cocktails. After dinner take a stroll on the Richland Riverfront Trail and watch the red, yellow and pink hues of the sunset. It is truly breathtaking. Turn in early as your next day begins promptly in the morning.

Today you will tour the B Reactor National Historic Landmark, which was part of the Hanford Unit of the Manhattan Project. The tours are free of charge but you must register online to reserve your space. B Reactor tours begin at 9am on Saturdays and depart from the Interim Visitor Center. Plan for four hours which includes a short video and introduction at the visitor center, travel to and from the B Reactor and time at the site. The reactor was the world’s first full-scale plutonium production reactor. It produced the plutonium used in the atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki. The ride to the Hanford Site is quiet and remote.

There is an eerie feeling when you step off the bus and enter the reactor.

Once inside, after a briefing, you have the run of the place. There are many interesting artifacts, and the reactor itself with the rows and rows of fuel cells is a dramatic structure. It is a very interesting experience.

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After the bus drops you off at the visitor center, head over to the Atomic Ale Brewpub & Eatery for lunch. It was founded by owner Aaron Burks in 1997 with an atomic theme that highlights the history of the Hanford Site and honors the workers who flooded to the area in 1944 to work at the plant. The first wood-fired oven in the Tri-Cities still kicks out delicious pizzas with the distinctive crispy crust of a wood-fired pizza.

The menu is a good complement to the hand-crafted ales Atomic Ale is known for. Make sure to check out the glowing “atomic rod” and the radioactive warning sign. It’s a fun photo op.

After lunch, plan to take an intro to stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) class with Northwest Paddleboarding. This fun class will teach you the basics you need to enjoy this trending sport. It is surprisingly easy to learn, and the boards provide a much steadier base than you would expect—so sturdy in fact that the company offers yoga classes on the boards. If you have younger children and at least three people, you can reserve a private Intro to SUP class. Children must be at least 6 years of age to take the class. It is held at Two Rivers Park in a lagoon off the Columbia River.

For dinner, head over to Tulip Lane to Tagaris Winery and Taverna

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IF YOU GO! WHERE TO STAY Courtyard Richland Columbia Point Marriott.com The Lodge at Columbia Point LodgeAtColumbiaPoint.com

WHERE TO EAT LU LU’s Craft Bar + Kitchen LULUCraftBar.com Atomic Ale Brewpub & Eatery AtomicAleBrewPub.com Tagaris Winery and Taverna Tagaris TagarisWines.com The Spudnut Shop SpudnutShop.com

THINGS TO DO The B Reactor National Historic Landmark ManhattanProjectBReactor.Hanford.gov Northwest Paddleboarding NorthwestPaddleboarding.com REACH Museum VisitTheReach.org

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Tagaris. This is a more upscale dinner experience, but the lovely outdoor seating area with a large fountain is also very kid friendly. They can get up from the table and there is plenty of room to explore the large patio and artwork. The menu has a large variety, and you can make a meal out of a selection of Tapas. In addition to wine there are some great craft cocktails.

In the morning, head over to the Uptown Shopping Center, which was created by the Atomic Energy Commission and opened in 1949. The shops will be closed but the center has a vintage feel with lots of artwork and is worth a drive by. You are here to visit The Spudnut Shop. It is Richland’s oldest coffee shop and home of the world-famous Spudnut, which is a doughnut made out of potato flour. There is a reason these Spudnuts are so famous. They are light, puffy and slightly sweet and oh so good. This is where the locals hang out. The shop has been featured on the Food Network’s “Unwrapped” and the Travel Channel special “Donut Paradise.”

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For your last activity before heading home, visit the REACH Museum.

This bright, airy museum’s focus is the natural and cultural history of the reach of the Columbia River and greater Columbia Basin. The exhibit on the Manhattan Project adds additional information and exhibits not seen at the Manhattan Project National Park. The section on the Ice Age Floods is very interesting and shows the great effects these floods had on the area. Make sure to step outside to see the vintage trailer and enjoy the views of the Columbia River.

It is easy to see why the Tri-Cities are a top vacation destination in Washington state. After one visit you are sure to return. The friendly locals are welcoming, and there is too much to see and do in just one weekend. For more information on the area, go online to VisitTri-Cities. com. The official Tri-Cities website has everything you need to know to plan a fun getaway. Make sure to check out local events like Food Truck Fridays or the Columbia Cup Boat Race weekend.

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Overnight Wheat and Spelt Courtesy of Millville Pizza Co.

Ingredients:

This recipe makes 1 loaf Bulk Fermentation: six hours Proof Time: four hours (70°F room temperature, maximum 42% humidity) Sample Schedule: First mix at 6am, second mix at 6:30am, fold three times between 7 and 10am, bulk ferment until 2:30pm. Leave in mixing bowl and set in fridge at 2:30pm and leave there overnight. Remove from fridge and shape four hours before baking

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2 ¾ cups whole wheat flour (75%) ¼ cup spelt (5%) ¾ cup white bread flour (20%) 3 cups water (90°F) (80%) 1 tbsp. sea salt (scant) (2.6%) ½ tsp (scant) instant dry yeast (0.3%)

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• One (1) bread proofing baskets • One (1) Dutch oven • One (1) cooling rack

First Mix In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, spelt and white bread flour with water (90°F). Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.

Second Mix Sprinkle sea salt, (scant) instant dry yeast evenly over the flour/water mix. Mix by hand.

Gently stretch and fold dough, working around the bowl so all sides are stretched and folded. After completing one full circle of stretch and fold, pinch dough six to eight times to thoroughly combine the yeast and salt with the flour/water mix. Repeat this step three times.

Fold Stretch and fold three times more over the next three hours (see above for stretch-and-fold description). Do not pinch dough. The ingredients have already been thoroughly combined! Cover with saran wrap and place in fridge overnight.

Shape Remove and uncover dough from fridge.

Cover work surface with white flour and knead dough until slightly warm and with a smooth surface. The ball should be medium-tight to the touch. Dust one proofing basket with semolina and place dough ball in basket.

Proof Cover and set dough in a warm area for four hours. Remember to begin heating oven 30 minutes before proof so the oven is heated when the dough is ready to bake.

Preheat oven to 450°F with Dutch oven inside from start. Bake loaf in Dutch oven for 22 minutes.

Remove from Dutch oven and bake for additional 12 minutes.

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Millville Pizza Co. Located along the historic Downtown Gig Harbor waterfront, Millville Pizza Co. serves artisanal wood-fired pizza Tuesday through Saturday from 11:30am to 2:30pm and 4:30 to 9:30pm.

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LUNCHBOX LABORATORY This “funkadelic” restaurant boasts the world’s best burgers and shakes, features a wide range of eclectic burgers, as well as rotating experiments. Also on the menu are handcrafted shakes, a variety of crazy experimental cocktails and patio dining when the weather allows!

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MARKETPLACE GRILLE American cuisine with a Caribbean flair. The best fish and chips and clam chowder in Gig Harbor! Located next to Anthony’s Restaurant, they offer an expansive view of the harbor. Family owned and operated. Beer and wine, takeout menu available. Open Mon.-Thurs. 11am-8pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am-9pm, Sun. 11am-8pm.

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HARBOR GENERAL STORE The Harbor General Store is a gourmet market, cafe and gift boutique, where the community comes to get supplies and gifts and feel connected. They sell goods that are quality and made in America and are passionate about the environment, creating jobs and supporting artisans. Open Mon.-Sat. 7am-7pm, Sun. 8am-5pm. Drive thru opens at 6am Mon.-Fri.

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GREEN.HOUSE RESTAURANT Come and try their delicious new additions and nightly specials at the Green.House Restaurant, offering lunch, twilight, dinner and happy hour. Try the three-course twilight dinner for $24 all night on Sunday. Their small and bigger bites menu offers fun, deliciously shareable plates.

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MOCTEZUMA’S Voted best Mexican Restaurant in South Sound Magazine for 2015! Since 1978, Moctezuma’s has been the favorite of those seeking authentic Mexican food and award-winning Margaritas. Go visit their Gig Harbor location and enjoy their Tequila Bar for daily happy hour specials and an array of delicious appetizers.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Entertainment with a cause

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Flamingo Crossing BUFFET THEMED GOLF TOURNEY

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ust out your island wear and get ready for one of the most relaxed yet insanely fun golf tournaments you’ll ever take part in. Now in its 14th year, the Golferitaville tournament will be held at McCormick Woods on Friday, July 20. You won’t be waiting for silence at the tee boxes as hole sponsors will be out and about the course greeting you with refreshments, Caribbean music, contests and great prizes. You’ll weave your way through 18 holes and hundreds of pink flamingos while donning your best island living attire.

Put on by the Midday Rotary Club of Gig Harbor, Golferitaville raises upwards of $50,000 for local nonprofits. These include CASA children’s advocates, the PTSD Foundation for veterans, Red Barn Youth center, high school scholarships and more.

Your greens fees get you 18 holes and a cart as well as admission to the post-event banquet.

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A putting contest kicks things off at 8:30am with the winner taking home a 60-inch 4k TV. If you’re lucky (or skilled) enough to strike a hole in one on a par three hole, you’ll be going home with a brand new luxury vehicle. At each tee box you’ll find more opportunities to win prizes that can include anything from trips to items perfect for splashing around the harbor. Refreshments, breakfast and lunch are included as is the island-themed buffet during the awards banquet.

Tickets can be purchased at Golferitaville.com, and you can register a foursome or as a single golfer. You can also buy into the new ‘raffle’ this year, golf balls that will be dropped onto a green from a helicopter. The five closest to the pin take home cash prizes ranging from $100 to $2,500. Even if your golf game won’t win you any awards, you could still bring home the trophy for best dressed or best decorated cart.

Fun awaits, register today!

THE GIFT O F WA R M T H It may be the warmest gift you give.

It’s called Project HELP. Project Help serves our members who need a hand to pay their winter heating bills. It’s a partnership between Peninsula Light Co. and Key Peninsula Community Services.

Your contributions go entirely to the fund—no administrative costs are taken. Contributions are tax deductible and Peninsula Light Co. matches every donation, dollar for dollar, so your gift goes twice as far.

We hope you will give generously to help warm the hearts—and homes— of those in need.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2018 GAMES HELD AT CHENEY STADIUM

JULY

TACOMA RAINIERS SCHEDULE

Sunday, July 1 vs. Reno Aces, 1:35pm

Saturday, July 14 vs. Fresno Grizzlies, 7:05pm

Monday, July 2 vs. Reno Aces, 7:05pm

Sunday, July 15 vs. Fresno Grizzlies, 1:35pm

Tuesday, July 3 vs. Reno Aces, 7:05pm

Friday, July 20 vs. Salt Lake Bees, 7:05pm

Thursday, July 12 vs. Fresno Grizzlies, 7:05pm

Saturday, July 21 vs. Salt Lake Bees, 7:05pm

Friday, July 13 vs. Fresno Grizzlies, 7:05pm

Sunday, July 22 vs. Salt Lake Bees, 1:35pm

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Held the first Saturday of each month, head to the Gig Harbor Waterfront for Artwalk. The event kicks off at 10am and continues until 5pm. For activity and demonstration times, you visit the Gig Harbor Artwalk Facebook page. Participating galleries and businesses will have the red tennis-shoe flags flying. Be sure to pick up a passport at the first gallery on your walk. GigHarborGuide.com

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Gig Harbor Macaroni Kid Summer Fun KidsFest

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Support the Permission to Start Dreaming Foundation while enjoying a sun-filled afternoon at Canterwood Country Club. Be a part of a foursome of civilians, veterans and military personnel competing for the cause: bringing awareness to and supporting families of our warriors with PTS and TBI. The event takes place 11am to 7pm. Find out more at PTSDFoundation.org.

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Join in the fun at this family friendly community event held at Gig Harbor High School! With carnival-style fun, families will enjoy DJ and music, characters, food trucks, ice cream truck, snow cones, hot dogs, games and activities including ring toss, duck pond fishing, bubble blowing and more! Be sure to get your free ticket online at EventBrite. All attendees are asked a $1 cash donation.

Harbor WildWatch hosts its second Apex Predator Day in conjunction with the Fox Island Museum.

The day will start with a beach walk at the Fox Island Boat Launch and continue at the Fox Island History Museum, where participants will be able to enjoy games, arts and crafts, interactive activities for all ages and a special exhibit about the environmental impact of trash that ends up in the Sound. Call Harbor WildWatch at 253.514.0187 for more information.

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NATIONAL NIGHT OUT AT SKANSIE BROTHERS PARK

SHOP SHOP

Enjoy your Uptown Life!

Take a break from the ordinary, the expected.

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Treat yourself to the easygoing Uptown style.

EVENTS

CONCERTS

Gig Harbor Plant Swap June 9th 10am-12pm

July 5th Malo Castro Band

July - August Free Concerts Thursdays 6-8pm

STROLL STROLL

Summer Sidewalk Sale July 13th - 15th

July 12th Budapest West July 19th Porchdog Blues Band July 26th Wounded Mic

Cruise the Narrows Car Show August 4th 9am-3pm

August 2nd The Shy Boys

Gig Harbor Film Festival September 14th - 16th

August 16th Phillip & Fam

August 9th Rachel Morgan Perry

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Chalk the Harbor

Held 10am to 3pm, children, families and adults are invited to chalk the sidewalks with a maritime theme encouraged. Ride the “Get Around Gig Harbor” PT Trolley between the sidewalk districts.

At Skansie Brothers Park, there will be face painting and Harbor WildWatch on site. There will also be an appearance from Rhubarb from the Tacoma Rainiers at 1pm! GigHarborWaterfront.org

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34th Annual Gig Harbor Summer Art Festival

Harbor History Museum’s Round Rock Contest

Held on the beautiful Gig Harbor waterfront, this annual event features unique and original art and crafts, music, food booths, authors and illustrators, artist demonstrations, children's activities and the Peninsula Art League Members' Art Exhibit. A free shuttle from Kimball Drive is available. The event is free.

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Participants search for the roundest natural rock they can find and submit it to the Harbor History Museum between July 24 and August 1. The winners will be announced at the Harbor History Museum Vintage Fair on August 11. Cash prizes will be awarded to the five rocks judged to be the most perfectly rounded rocks.

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The Gig Harbor Film Festival proudly presents the feel-good father-daughter drama, “Hearts Beat Loud,” for the July Monthly Movie Night. Join them for the fun on Wednesday, July 25, starting at 6:30pm at the Galaxy Theatre, Uptown Gig Harbor. Tickets are $10 at the door, free for GHFF Members. GigHarborFilm. org

Celebrate the region's wine, spirits, brews and food during this three-day event featuring a Pier to Table Dinner, Waterfront Block Party and Champagne Brunch at participating area restaurants. To find out more about this incredible wine and food experience coming your way, contact the Gig Harbor Downtown Waterfront Alliance at 253.514.0071 or go online to HarborWineAndFoodFest.com.

Head down to the Gig Harbor WAterfront every Tuesday evening, 6:30 to 8pm, to enjoy live music. July 3 welcomes the 133rd Army Band, July 10 The Beatniks, July 17 Sweet T and Justice, July 24 Afton Prater and July 31 Sounds like Dolores. Don’t forget to bring your chairs and blankets!

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Guns & Hoses Softball Tournament

Head to Sehmel Homestead Park Saturday, July 28, 11am to 4pm, for the 2018 Guns and Hoses Softball Tournament, where policemen go up to bat against firefighters. This event is free, open to the public and is sure to yet again be a great family event with food and options to entertain adults and children alike. Stay tuned to the event on Facebook for additional information.

Upcoming Events - August 10

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KEY PENINSULA LOGGING SHOW AT GATEWAY PARK

An exclusive summer evening dinner experience on Gig Harbor’s beautiful downtown waterfront Friday, July 27, 2018, 6pm – 10pm at the Harbor History Museum’s Midway Courtyard

Come celebrate life on the water.

Board the only authentic Venetian gondola in the Pacific Northwest and let the stress melt away.

Featuring fresh Alaskan Sockeye Salmon prepared by the chefs of Devoted Kiss and other local restaurants Farm to table accompaniments featuring items from the Waterfront Farmers Market Vendors Chefs, farmers and fishermen will detail the process of harvest and preparation of the meal Beverages provided by Heritage Distilling Co., 7 Seas Brewing, and Willamette Valley Vineyards Live music, dancing and a silent auction complete the evening

Tickets for this extraordinary experience are limited and are available at Eventbrite.com (ages 21+)

Gift Certifi cates Available Let Gig Harbor’s beauty be the backdrop of your celebration.

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Spend a fun and enjoyable evening gaining knowledge about the environment at our 21+ monthly science social events.

3rd Wednesday, February through November at various Gig Harbor locations.

This event is free for Steward Club Members.

Suggested donation of $5/ person for non-member.

Check our website or Facebook for topic and speaker information.

GALLOPING GERTIE H A L F M A R AT H O N

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Local Children Benefit DONATIONS WILL BE MADE TO:

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Funds raised by this event benefit children in our community.

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