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But it was not that long ago that a woman in the United States could not even apply for a credit card without the written consent of her husband. The Equal Credit Opportunity Act in 1974 gave women the ability to apply for credit on their own. And prior to the Pregnancy Discrimination Act in 1978, women could be fired from their job due to pregnancy.

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“WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO DOING THIS SUMMER?” Summer is the best season to get back to your roots and visit family; it reminds me of those days of summers off as a kid and going to see the grandparents and cousins. I tend to play the planes, trains and automobiles scenario using all modes of transportation to get to my destination. I love spontaneous road trips and not having a real plan in the summer.

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he Asia Pacific Cultural Center has been serving the Tacoma community and beyond since 1996. Though housed in Tacoma, the cultural center serves statewide and is recognized both nationally and internationally.

APCC prides itself in representing more than 47 countries and cultures of the Asia Pacific Rim, where more than 100 languages and dialects are spoken, with the arts and cultures of these people offering unique diversity, history,

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traditions and spirit. The Tacoma-based center is the one place where immigrant and nonimmigrant communities can come together in celebration, education and exchange. “More than 20 years ago, a small group of Asian-American immigrants envisioned a place where people of all ages could come together to celebrate their culture, learn about their neighbors and build community,� says Faaluaina (Lua) Pritchard, APCC’s executive director.

The Asia Pacific influence is interconnected worldwide, with substantial influence reaching across the globe. APCC provides cultural teaching programs and activities for all ages enhancing the quality of life, for not only local Asia Pacific Americans but all citizens and residents living in the great Pacific Northwest.

The center serves more than 100,000 people each year through their various celebrations and programs, youth leadership, and advocacy and community engagement.

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Asia Pacific nations represented by APCC include: China, Taiwan, Japan, Okinawa, Korea, India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Philippines, Cambodia, Thailand, Singapore, Burma, Laos, Cook Islands, Australia, New Zealand, Vanuatu, New Caledonia, Solomon Islands, Samoa, Hawaii, Fiji, Tahiti, Easter Island, Marshal Islands, Guam, Mariana Islands, Ponapea, Palau, Caroline Islands, Yap, Tonga, Tokelau, Malaysia, Mongolia, Bhutan, , Bangladesh, Niue, Tuvalu, Nepal, Vietnam, Tibet, Sri Lanka, Maldivian, Brunei and American Samoa.

Pritchard has been APCC’s executive director for the past seven years. She enjoys helping people; serving others is her passion. “What I love about this job is teaching others about who we are as a people of Asia Pacific nations,” she says. “ To see the general public enjoy learning about who we are as a people—and to see the general public wanting to learn more about who we are as a people—that’s the joy of my work.”

She adds that what makes the world a better place is when different people can come together and unite to enjoy life because they understand and accept each other. “That’s the beauty of life.”

At the end of each day, Pritchard’s goal is that the APCC is able to bridge a community in peace, harmony and love; help someone to become happier and healthier; to make life easier for someone or a group; to connect someone to resources; to bridge communities

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and generations through arts, culture and business.

According to Pritchard, “Helping each other to better understand and appreciate their culture and traditions bridges generations, communities and even nations toward greater trust, respect and peace. There is a tremendous amount of work to do. There are important lectures and workshops to present, and there are valuable and life-changing stories of struggle and triumph to share.”

APCC year-round programs include cultural children’s programs (education for kindergarten through 12th grades), cultural summer camp, cultural workshops to train teachers, soldiers and the community and classes to include cooking, language, dance and art. The Promise Leaders of Tomorrow youth program has been designed to help atrisk Asian and Pacific Islander youth succeed in overcoming hurdles and achieve their goals.

This program has an emphasis on mentorship and cultural connections for these young people. APCC has helped close to 600 at-risk Asian and Pacific Islander youth graduate high school, connecting them with high-school and community programs. In addition, the cultural center promote advocacy and community engagement, being a strong voice for those they serve and connecting them with services and resources. This allows immigrants to advocate for their communities while engaging with civic leaders.

Throughout the year, APCC offers the community various celebrations and cultural programming including camps, events and

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A CULTURAL DESTINATION IN THE HEART OF TACOMA Our community has an exciting opportunity to help establish a vibrant, multi-use Cultural Center—the first of its kind in the state—to be owned and operated by APCC. Located on prime waterfront land, a part of the Point Ruston development, this new 430,000-square-foot development will allow APCC to grow out of the small and outdated building that no longer meets our growing community’s needs, while serving as a regional cultural destination for visitors from across Pierce County, Washington state and the entire country. The expansive site will feature modernized facilities and Asia-Pacific inspired architecture for APCC programming and rental space for the community, plus new features like senior housing, restaurant and retail space, a large theater and welcoming grounds for visitors.

classes. The first Saturday of each month, learn, cook, taste and drink with Taste of Asia with Tea. This is a fun and delicious culinary journey of Asia and the Pacific Islands. Participants will learn to cook traditional foods from the many featured countries and enjoy tea from that country as well. Each class is led by chefs who will take you through the steps in preparing and perfecting your dish, which you can then make and share with family and friends.

If you are looking for a unique, educational and fun experience for the kids, APCC is offering its Asia Pacific Summer Camp, June 26 to July 14. At this three-week camp, for ages 7 to 10 and 11 to 14, kids will learn about 14 countries in 14 days! The days will be filled with learning about fascinating cultures and traditions of the Asia Pacific countries, interactive lessons, arts and crafts, and cultural games, allowing your child to experience the richness of the Asia Pacific heritage. Each day, a cultural lunch will also be included.

There’s also summer fun for the entire family with these not-to-miss annual events! The APCC’s Seventh Annual Samoa Cultural Day will take place July 8. Thousands from around the region will gather to enjoy a day of festivities to celebrate and honor the Samoan people, where they will be treated to traditional village singing and dances, cultural displays, arts and crafts, games, retail vendors,

informational booths, authentic cuisine and more! Asia Pacific Cultural Center is proud to host this event each year for people to share and experience their unique customs, traditions and history.

August 12 marks the 20th Annual Polynesian Luau. This is a fun-filled afternoon event for the entire family. The event includes cultural dances representing the islands of Fiji, Tahiti, Northern Marianas, Tonga, Hawaii, Marshall Islands, Tokelau, New Zealand, Samoa and Guam. There will be live music by Kanoelani Galiza Halau, a delicious Island menu of roasted pig, Hawaiian macaroni, sapasui, banana poi, panipopo, steamed rice and teriyaki chicken, cultural booths from the different islands and island desserts for tasting!

The future looks bright for the Asia Pacific Cultural Center, and things are only getting better! With the Ruston Project underway, APCC is excited as they look to the future of the project and its impact it will have. The cultural center has been uniting thousands of experiences over the years to effectively promote arts and cultural education for a worldwide audience. A major component in continuing—and expanding—their efforts has been the campaign to build a home facility with the ability to reach out to and draw more than 400,000 visitors annually, compared to the current 100,000. The plan is already underway,

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with the goal of opening the doors to the new facility in the near future. It is essential that friends, families, supporters and any of those interested in the APCC to come together to ensure this dream is brought to fruition.

You can help make a difference through this project. They are accepting donations (which are tax deductible) to help build this regional cultural destination—a tourism site, located in Pierce County on waterfront prime land— Ruston Way. The new Asia Pacific Cultural Center: • Will create more than 1,000 jobs annually (mostly students) • Construction alone will provide more than 400 jobs with prevailing wages • Attract more than 400,000 tourists/ visitors annually • Provide housing for low-income seniors in addition to regular rentals • Encompass 47 cultural suites, with a suite for each API country • Offer eight food courts, gift shops and library • Provide daily cultural activities/ performances from any/all 47 API countries!

Pritchard, like so many, is excited with the future development of the center. As she says, the new location will offer more space, on the water, as part of a brand new exciting environment, next to Point Defiance Park.

“We’ll be partnering with Metro Parks for some Asian Pacific activities, bring Dim Sum to Pierce County, and more events and activities because of larger space. Each of the countries will have their own cultural suites,

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hosting tourism from international countries, with indoor and outdoor activities every single day, seven days a week.” She adds: “Fortyseven Asia Pacific countries will come alive every day in Washington state. High school and college students will earn a living at APCC and pay toward their college tuition, there will be a state-of-the-art “culinary program” for Asia Pacific cuisine (partnering with local colleges for the culinary program), a business entrepreneurship training program for youth by our local Asian Pacific business owners … and much more.”

Groundbreaking is planned for early 2019.

And big news as of May 23, 2017 ... Loren Cohen, owner and managing director of the Point Ruston Way Development, announced to the City of Tacoma Economic Development Committee their firm commitment to donate their land worth $5 million to the APCC to build their project!

If you would like to donate to the Asia Pacific Cultural Center building fund, you can do so online via their website. If you want to support the center and become a member, it’s as easy as filling out a brief form online. Annual memberships are affordable to all: students $10, seniors $15, individuals $25, family $50, church or non-profit $100 and business $300.

The APCC mission is “to bridge communities and generations through arts, culture, education and business.” According to Pritchard, “The heart of the work APCC does every day is for you! We work to forge those special relationships, share experiences and provide meaningful examples of life lived with respect and honor so inherent in most countries and cultures of the Asia Pacific region. Let us build this bridge together with one heart to make for a brighter and promising future for all.”

APCC year-round progra ms include cultural children’s progra ms (education for kindergarten through 12th grades), cultural su mmer ca mp, cultural workshops to train teachers, soldiers and the community, classes to include cooking, language, dance and art.

To find out more about Asia Pacific Cultural Center, view upcoming events and see current project renderings, visit AsiaPacificCulturalCenter.org. You can find APCC at its current location, 4851 S. Tacoma Way, and the center can be reached by calling 253.383.3900.

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acoma’s Art on the Avenue celebration enters its 17th year this July. For those who haven’t been before, Art on the Avenue is a music and art festival that is hosted each summer in celebration of the diversity in artistry in and around Tacoma. Those who have been coming for years have surely noticed differences the past couple seasons as James Allan Tucker, chairman of events, continues to seek improvements. One big recent change has been to streamline the music.

“Before, all the bars were doing their own thing, but we went to them, offered to handle the stage, musicians and bookings, and they were all for it,” said Tucker. This has helped with noise and also allows bar owners to focus on taking care of their guests instead of handling a show.

This year’s Art on the Avenue celebration takes place Sunday July 9, with events going on most of the day. Sixth Avenue will be closed to traffic from State Street to Alder, so festival goers can easily bounce between entertainment venues, shops and local eateries.

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WHERE TO HANG CLOSE TO YOUR MAIN STAGE New this year is the busking stage.

Here, anyone is allowed to show up and perform, whether it be music, poetry, spoken word, comedy or pretty much any other open-mic format. These performances are limited to 20 minutes so as many people as possible can have the chance to get up on stage.

WHERE TO EAT CHECK OUT THE LOCAL SPOTS! There will be a variety of food vendors at the festival or you can try some local hangout spots like Shakabrah, Primo Grill, and Asado to name a few.

“We have more participation from the brick and mortar businesses than ever before this year; some that have never participated are coming on board which is great,” said Tucker. Guests can listen to rock, blues, hip hop and other performances, or learn the Argentine tango on one of the side stages, in between shopping, dining and drinking.

Professional artists will have their works on display. You’ll find incredible photography, various styles of paintings, metal works and some items you probably couldn’t ever dream up. It’s not just professionals however, as amateurs, youth, students and other locals are encouraged to put their pieces on display. Another new area this year is the sculpture garden put on by students and staff at the University of the Puget Sound. Festival goers can walk through a garden featuring massive iron sculptures that the artists have been working on for year in some cases.

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WHERE TO PLAY ACROSS THE TOWN From the festival you’re only a short distance from the Tacoma Waterfront. Walk along Ruston Way or if your feet are tired head to Owens Beach at Point Defiance or relax in the car as you take in the sights on 5 mile loop.

space is prioritized to local businesses that are active in the community.

You won’t find knick knacks, but rather handmade and unique goods, foods and services, as well as non-profits dedicated to helping at the local level. Vendor and sponsorship fees are going directly toward making the event better by continuing to book more artists, beautifying the 6th Street core, and for the first time an artist’s scholarship is also available— anyone whose artistry has impacted the local area is eligible to apply.

This celebration is always on the lookout for additional adult volunteers to set up barriers, direct crowds, help vendors and deliver water, along with other various tasks. All volunteers receive a free T-shirt. Organizers are hoping this year truly shows off the thriving and unique arts scene found in Tacoma. “There is all kinds of music, arts, painting, in our human art community, and I want people to notice how insanely diverse it all is,” said Tucker.

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uan Ngo and his wife Cuc (Cici) Nguyen are proof that the American dream is still alive and well. Owners of La Bella Nail Spa, which opened in 2008 in Tacoma’s Stadium Historic District, the couple truly exemplifies the importance of small business and its impact on its local community. They are focused on not only offering their clients the best in nail care and services, but treating their guests with the highest professionalism and attention, offering them the perfect place to enjoy a luxurious manicure and pedicure in a relaxing atmosphere at a great price. In conjunction, they have created an environment that nurtures their staff to succeed professionally and financially. As part of Tacoma’s business community, Tuan and Cici enjoy giving back to their community, as they are grateful for the support they have continually received from public.

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Because of our success, we are finding ways to give back to this wonderful town that has given us so much.

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For those who don’t want to miss the action, there are multiple ticket passes to choose from.

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une 15 to 18, the city of Tacoma will be treated to an event like no other—The Festival of Sail®. Held on the shores of the Puget Sound, this four-day event gives those in attendance a rare opportunity to not just see these incredible and beautiful boats, but grants them the chance to step aboard—and even set sail—on some of the most majestic ships around.

Show dates and times are as follows: Thursday, June 15, 11am to 7pm; Friday, June 16, 9am to 5pm; Saturday, June 17, 9am to 5pm; and Sunday, June 18, 9am to 5pm. The Parade of Sails takes place on opening day, along with opening ceremonies. Each day of the event, guests can enjoy dockside viewing, food, beverages and entertainment, along with dockside tours, day sails and on-board tours.

Tacoma is just one of only a few Pacific ports that will have the chance to host these historic ships. Festival of Sail® Tacoma 2017 promises to be the largest event in our region’s history featuring ship tours, day sails, educational programming, food and beverage, entertainment and fun for the entire family!

For those who don’t want to miss the action, there are multiple ticket passes to choose from. From the $9 single-day festival pass that allows you access to the fun and viewing, to the $150 Parade of Sail Day Sail pass, which offers you a sailing experience on-board one of the historic ships as they arrive to the

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JUNE 15 - 18, 2017 The Seaport Museum celebrates Tacoma’s rich maritime heritage with Festival of Sail Pirates & Rum Running on Puget Sound Exhibit, Working Boat Shop, Mermaid Storytelling, Kids’ Lego.

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Be part of the magic and don’t miss out on the Old-Time Illusionary Side Show, where fans will be delighted and impressed with Grand Stage shows.

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Tacoma waterfront on the opening day of the festival.

There will also be a variety of entertainment on the waterfront, featuring an eclectic music lineup of rock, jazz, sea shanty, big band, country and dance. Be part of the magic and don’t miss out on the Old-Time Illusionary Side Show, where fans will be delighted and impressed with Grand Stage shows. From floating children, flying furniture, ducks hatching in your hands, and of course the ever-incredible illusion of someone being cut into two! All acts are age appropriate for the young and young at heart. A Children’s Pirate Ship adds to the fun, as Jack Sparrow greets them, providing each child with a pirate hat and foam sword while onboard. And there’s so much more! The unique

festival attractions will also include something the kids won’t soon forget—the largest rubber duck in the world! The duck will enjoy wading on Tacoma’s Foss Waterway; a subtle reminder of the importance of conserving Tacoma’s natural resources for future ducklings.

Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime event, taking place right here in our beautiful city of Tacoma. Make memories your family will cherish for years to come. For more information, to purchase tickets and to get an early glimpse of the grand ships that will be on display at the event, visit FestOfSailTacoma.com.

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Has your child ever wondered what it takes to run a zoo or take care of animals? Check out Point Defiance Z oo’s su mmer progra ms.

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ost of us can recall a summer camp from our youth. We could run wild outside, meet new friends and have new experiences. Thankfully, the nostalgia of summer camp isn’t lost for the children of today, and in fact, there are some pretty unique offerings all around our area.

climbing techniques and safety under trained professionals. Lessons are taught in the gym, and the more advanced students are taken outdoors to scale local rock faces. These camps work for those who are just looking for an introduction to well-versed students looking to challenge their skills on the watchful eye of a professional.

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The Tacoma Nature Center offers camps for pre-school aged children as well as kids ages 6 to 14. Activities are run both indoors and out, but the focus of these camps is to encourage

children to learn about all the natural wonder in the nearby forests and seas. Older kids will enjoy overnight camps and offsite field trips to identify plants and animals; these are always a hit. Your child will come home with a new appreciation for all things wild!

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium PDZA.org/camps The number of camps offered at Point Defiance is astounding. Kids can take camps on photographing and drawing the animals, learn what it’s like to work at and run the zoo, see what it’s like becoming a marine biologist or one-day camps which focus on certain animal groups at the zoo. Many popular programs already

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have a waiting list, so register soon! If camps fill up, check out the upcoming September and October ‘Zoo Snoozes’ which give the public a chance to spend the night inside the zoo.

Camp Wright at Annie Wright Schools AW.org You don’t have to be a student at Annie Wright Schools to partake in the Summer@Annie Wright camps. Camp Wright takes kids from first through eighth grade and implements a rotation of subjects from school to arts and crafts, to outdoor games and meeting with local artists. Camp Junior helps kindergartners continue learning while giving them plenty of exercise including time in the pool. Specialty camps include coding and 3D model making, robotics, dance and cheer, cooking, soccer and much more.

LeMay - America’s Car Museum’s AmericasCarMuseum.org Do you have someone in your house passionate about driving even though they aren’t quite able to do so yet? Let them learn all about the world of automobiles at the car museum’s summer camps. Seventh, eighth and ninth graders can register for Session 1: Fundamentals of Car Design and Engineering. Students learn what goes into the design of certain vehicles and use technology to create their own unique model car. Session 2 is all about speed with access to local racecar drivers and simulated racing competitions against classmates.

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Camp opportunities through Pen Met Parks continue to expand. Kids can choose from science, outdoor, arts or sports and fitnesscentered camps. Science camp opportunities include: coding, website development and building your own computer game. Outdoor camps feature forestry stewardship, archery and kayaking. In art camp, students can choose from writing and drawing, sewing or theatre, and sports opportunities like baseball, lacrosse, gymnastics and even American Ninja Warrior.

Apprentice Academy Apprentice-Academy.com Founded by professional artist Mardie Rees, the academy is active throughout the year including its summer camps and workshops. Students learn both basic and advanced techniques in drawing, painting and sculpting. Several different art classes are offered in which kids can learn how to create everything from the famous ‘Starry Night’ to drawing their favorite Pokémon character.

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At Keev Farm Pony Camps, kids will get a true taste of what it’s like to raise and care for an animal. Campers undertake barn chores but are rewarded with daily riding instruction as well as games and grooming their pony. Students will also learn about a variety of equestrian sports, and don’t be surprised if they come home a little dirty each day.

The Puyallup Children’s Theater and Music Academy is a perfect chance to let your child’s inner-performer free. Kids 4 to 8 can partner their Day of Dance Camp with some of their favorite movies. Choose from Moana, Jurassic World, Star Wars or Frozen. The Next Step is a camp where 4- to 9-year-olds learn what goes into making a play and finish the week with a performance for their parents. Geared toward those 8 to 18, Bound for Broadway teaches older kids more about putting on a show by furthering their acting and singing skills.

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Seattle Sounders FC Summer Camp SoundersFC.com No matter what part of the sound you live in, the Sounders Football Club has a camp near you. Offering high-level instruction for those getting serious about honing their soccer skills, coaches run drills and training just like the pros. Everyone who registers gets a ticket to an upcoming game. If your teen is looking to up their game or possibly play at the college level, this is a must-attend camp.

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f you’re going to achieve all your goals, such as sending your kids to college, retiring in comfort and leaving a legacy, you will need to save and invest throughout your lifetime. But to really complete your financial picture, you’ll also need to add one more element: protection.

And that means you’ll require adequate life insurance for your situation. However, your need for insurance will vary at different times of your life — so you’ll want to recognize these changing needs and be prepared to act.

When you’re a young adult, and you’re single, life insurance will probably not be that big of a priority. And even married couples without children typically have little need for life insurance; if both spouses contribute equally to household finances, and you don’t own a home, the death of one spouse will generally not be financially catastrophic for the other.

But once you buy a home, things change. Even if you and your spouse are both working, the financial burden of a mortgage may be too much for the surviving spouse. So, to enable the survivor to continue living in the home, you might consider purchasing enough life insurance to at least cover the mortgage.

When you have children, your life insurance needs will typically increase greatly. In fact, it’s a good idea for both parents to carry enough life insurance to pay off a mortgage and raise

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and educate the children, because the surviving parent’s income may be insufficient for these needs. How much insurance do you need? You might hear of a “formula,” such as buying an amount equal to seven to ten times your annual income, but this is a rough guideline, at best. You might want to work with a financial professional to weigh various factors – number and ages of children, size of mortgage, current income of you and your spouse, and so on – to determine both the amount of coverage and the type of insurance (“term” or “permanent”) appropriate for your situation.

Once you’ve reached the “empty nest” stage, and your kids are grown and living on their own, you may need to re-evaluate your insurance needs. You might be able to lower your coverage, but if you still have a mortgage, you probably would want to keep enough insurance to pay it off.

After you retire, you may have either paid off your mortgage or moved into a condominium or apartment, so you may require even less life

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insurance than before. But it’s also possible that your need for life insurance will remain strong.

For example, the proceeds of a life insurance policy can be used to pay your final expenses or to replace any income lost to your spouse as a result of your death (e.g., from a pension or Social Security.) Life insurance can also be used in your estate plans to help leave the legacy you desire.

As we’ve seen, insurance can be important at every stage of your life. You’ll help yourself – and your loved ones – by getting the coverage you need when you need it.

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BRAIN HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH

By Heidi Jo Rickard, NTC

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une is national Brain Health Awareness Month. Through my training as a nutritional therapy consultant and speaking with chiropractors and other health practitioners, I have found a common theme for brain health.

Consider these ‘Easy 8’ steps, the guidelines for keeping your brain in tip-top shape now and for healthy aging in the future!

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1. Nutrition – With summer comes fresh fruits and vegetable at local farmers markets. Drink plenty of water and eat nutrient-dense, organic, local foods and superfoods! As you grow older, your body—especially your brain—is exposed to oxidative stress, which accelerates the aging process. Food rich in antioxidants may slow the aging process and boost brain power.

2. Stay Active – Proper exercise has many health benefits including boosting brain health.

One senior mentioned that she plays Pokémon Go and walks 10 miles a day!

The Cleveland Clinic states, “People who exercise regularly have a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Exercise improves blood flow and memory; it stimulates chemical changes in the brain that enhance learning, mood and thinking.”

3. Be Smart and Informed – Get annual checkups with lab work from your medical or naturopathic doctor. Work with a local nutritional therapy consultant to create a healthy diet and lifestyle and understand which nutritional supplements may benefit you.

4. Rehab your Injuries – According to an interview with Kevin Leach, DC regarding brain injuries, it’s important to go to the hospital to “rule out any lifethreatening injuries to your brain.” Once this is done, you may be diagnosed with a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI); a concussion. General guidelines for treating a concussion include rest and proper nutrition consisting of brainhealthy foods. More often than not, a neck injury has also been sustained. To correct the neck injury, Leach recommends “anyone suffering a concussion to be analyzed by a qualified NUCCA Chiropractor focusing on Biomechanical Correction of the spine.”

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Finish screen time two hours before bed and unplug electronics in the bedroom before sleep. Take breaks from electronics throughout the day.

6. Healthy Sleep – When you sleep, you are allowing your body the time it needs to heal and repair. Prioritize your health with sleeping seven to nine hours; you will feel refreshed and more alert in the morning.

As you grow older, your body— especially your brain—is exposed to oxidative stress, which accelerates the aging process.

Food rich in antioxidants may slow the aging process and boost brain power.

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Rediscover your smile

Through a thorough dental evaluation and compassionate discussion, your dentist can determine possible dental causes of your headaches and recommend answers.

By Rhonda R. Savage, DDS

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entistry is all about creating beautiful smiles, and that artistry doesn’t end with teeth whitening and veneers. Your oral health and your overall health have a big impact on your appearance.

Chronic headaches can affect your “look” without you realizing it. Some questions to think about: • Do your headaches make you feel tired or irritable?

• Are they affecting the quality of your family life?

• Do your headaches cause you to have difficulty focusing at work?

There may be a dental component to your headaches. Headaches are usually classified as: Tension headaches – The most common type with feelings of pain and pressure, muscle aches, sleeplessness, and inability to concentrate.

Migraines – An estimated 18 to 28 million Americans, mostly women, suffer from migraines. They are characterized by throbbing pain, visual problems, facial numbness, sensitivity to light and sound, and queasiness.

Cluster headaches – The least common type, usually suffered by men.

Cluster headaches begin as severe pain in one eye, resulting in swelling and watering of the eye.

Dental problems are a frequent cause of headaches. Malocclusion– when the upper and lower teeth don’t fit together properly as the mouth closes–causes tension in jaw, facial, neck and shoulder muscles resulting in tension headaches. A history of trauma (falls, car accidents or sports injuries) can also cause bite-related Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMJ) issues.

Bruxism (grinding and clenching) applies massive bite pressure to the teeth and jaws at night, stimulating headaches (as well as dental wear and damage). Sleep deprivation caused by sleep apnea and snoring prompt headaches, too.

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Through a thorough dental evaluation and compassionate discussion, your dentist can determine possible dental causes of your headaches and recommend answers. You may find relief from a comfortable mouth guard worn at night to minimize grinding, or an oral appliance to keep the airway open and alleviate sleep apnea.

Bite correction with modern orthodontia or restorative dental procedures can eliminate headache triggers. Some dentists have a computerized bite analysis that takes the sum of four quick bites and can show where you bite first and how much pressure you put on your teeth. Your back molars should have 10 to 15 percent of your overall bite force. The smaller premolars average 6 to 9 percent of the bite force; your front teeth, 1 to 4 percent.

In addition to your bite analysis, your range of motion and a TMJ head and neck exam can reveal if some or all of your headache issues are caused by your dental condition. Consider a dental solution rather than over-the-counter and prescription medications that only treat symptoms and slow you down.

If your bite isn’t in balance, you can get massage therapy, chiropractic treatment or physical therapy, but the pain typically returns.

You don’t have to suffer from headaches or take a handful of pills to get through the day. Make an appointment with a dentist to find relief from chronic headache pain–and rediscover that beautiful smile!

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SHOP FRESH AND LOCAL

By Colin Anderson

Area farmers markets are up and running for the season!

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hat started as a simple idea in 1990 is now one of the staples in the city of Tacoma. The weekly farmers markets draw people from all over for the freshest fruits and veggies, crafts, meats and cheeses, and a chance to mix and mingle with neighbors and local farmers.

According to the non-profit Tacoma Farmers Market, in 2016, 142,916 customers were served across all markets and saw $930,704 in total sales, $464,182 of which was from farm vendors. These dollars spent help preserve local farmland and grow the small businesses owned and operated by neighbors and friends.

While the Broadway Farmers Market remains the most regarded, the impact on the community really took off in 2008 when additional markets were added in South Tacoma, Salishan and at the Tacoma General Hospital. “Since its inception, the organization has expanded its mission and services to the community. Currently, the Tacoma Farmers Market acts as a small business incubator and supports numerous wellness efforts such as offering healthy food options to lower income families and educating our community about the benefits of choosing more healthy eating options,” said Aaron Ferguson, director of communication and operations. “We are a champion of keeping local dollars in our community by advocating for locally owned and operated businesses. We envision a Pierce County where farmland is actively preserved and where local farms grow and thrive.”

If you haven’t attended one of the weekly markets, there is so much more than just fresh food. Tacoma Farmers Market is a farm, food and craft marketplace. The market hosts more than 90 vendors across its four neighborhood markets, including many farms located 5 to 15 miles from Downtown Tacoma in the Puyallup River Valley, a couple from the Key Peninsula and a micro-urban farm on a quarter of an acre in SeaTac. Markets showcase locally grown fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, eggs, meat and seafood and locally sourced, value-added products. There are also artisan-quality crafters like jewelers, furniture makers and soap makers, in addition to local food vendors, prioritizing those who use locally sourced foods and materials.

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“The farmers market allows us to share a taste of our farm with the very people who will be eating, preparing and sharing what we grow,” said vendor Katie Green, owner of Wild Hare Organic Farm. “We appreciate the weekly opportunity to talk about what’s fresh, swap recipes and build relationships that will sustain our farm business and community for many great seasons to come.”

A major concern for the Tacoma Farmers Markets is getting fresh food into the kitchens of those on a fixed or limited income. Those having a tough time paying the bills often have to turn to frozen, canned and fast food due to the low cost. The market, however, has developed several programs aimed at getting these community members fresh and nutritious food. The Fresh Bucks EBT-matching program helps individuals and families stretch their food budget by providing a one-toone match up to $10 for fresh fruits and vegetables at all of the markets.

Eligible EBT/SNAP shoppers visit the market information booth, swipe their card and say how much they’d like in market tokens. Tokens are then matched 1:1 up to $10, and shoppers walk away with $20 to use on fresh fruits, vegetables, mushrooms and plant starts.

“Tacoma Farmers Market has the freshest produce straight from local farms,” said Jennifer Blackson-Martinez. “I come to the market each week to buy the majority of my groceries. I’m so thankful that the market accepts my EBT card, and now the Double your Dollars (Fresh Bucks) matching program will help stretch my funds even farther. I really feel fortunate to be able to take part in the matching program so that I can

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”The farmers markets are my life! Uniting people with real food is a passion of mine, and I love being surrounded by others with the same beautiful agenda. It’s an awesome opportunity to reach and meet all kinds of people that otherwise wouldn’t likely step into an exclusive juice or smoothie bar.

The markets are magic; in the course of just a few hours, the streets come alive, celebrating the freshness of the season.”

- Christie Qualey, owner/operator of Green Heart Smoothie

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maintain a healthy lifestyle while on a limited budget.”

Through the Apple-a-Day program, each child 3 to 16 years old receives a $1 Apple-a-Day market token to buy a fruit or veggie of their choice.

Parents, grandparents or guardians can accompany the child to the market information booth to receive their token.

The Senior Farm Share program offers $5 to $10 per week for seniors who qualify for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition program. For now, this program is exclusive to the Eastside Farmers Market, but plans are to expand into other markets when funding becomes available.

Shopping at the market not only ensures you the freshest food around, but you’ll leave happy knowing you’re helping support small, locally owned businesses, and more of your dollars are staying within the community. “Selling wholesale is not an option for a small farm like ours, so we rely on farmers markets to get what’s fresh on the farm out to customers each week,” said Rawley Johnson, owner/operator of Early Bird Farm. “Our farm is only 10 minutes from the Tacoma market—that’s about as fresh and local as it gets.”

While the summer markets are hitting their strides, the Tacoma Farmers Market is proud to announce two additional markets coming this winter. “This year, we’re holding two Downtown Winter Holiday Markets for the first time: one on Thursday, November 16, and one on Thursday, December 21. Both Downtown Winter Holiday Markets will be indoor/outdoor markets on Broadway at the Broadway Center for the Performing Arts,” said Ferguson.

At one point, market customers needed to purchase tokens to give to vendors, but with all vendors now accepting cash or cards, the process is even easier.

Other than fresh foods, visitors will enjoy kids’ activities, chef demos and live music. You can meet and talk directly with the producers of the foods and goods you are buying and learn how and where it’s grown. “We think there’s something for everyone at our markets. With our farm-fresh produce at accessible prices, our farmers markets are the places in Tacoma to get the best tasting veggies and fruit,” said Ferguson.

For a complete list of markets, locations and hours of operation, visit TacomaFarmersMarket.com or follow them on social media.

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• Slice the avocados in half, and take out the pit.

• Place the avocados in a small baking dish.

• Crack an egg into each avocado half.

• Place in the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes.

• Remove from oven, then season with pepper and chives, and garnish of your choice.

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Chipotle Peach BBQ Sauce Ingredients • 1 tbsp. vegetable oil • 1/2 medium yellow onion, medium dice • 1 tbsp. minced chipotles in adobo sauce (from about 1 medium chipotle) • 1 medium garlic clove, finely chopped • 1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more as needed • Freshly ground black pepper • 1/2 cup ketchup • 6 ripe but firm peaches (about 1 1/2 pounds), pitted and cut into 1-inch pieces • 1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar • 2 tbsp. cider vinegar

method • Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until simmering. Add the onion, chipotle, garlic and measured salt. Season with pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion has softened, about 5 minutes.

• Add the ketchup and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and slightly darkened in color, about 2 minutes.

Add the remaining ingredients, stir to combine, and cook until the mixture is bubbling around the edges, about 5 minutes.

• Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the peaches are completely softened and starting to fall apart, about 15 to 20 minutes.

• Transfer the mixture to a blender. Remove the small cap from the blender lid (the pour lid) and cover the space with a kitchen towel (this allows steam to escape and prevents the lid from popping off). Blend until smooth.

Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.

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The two-toned, sunrise-like appearance of this cocktail makes it as welcome on a cool day as it is on a hot day. For another twist, use tequila instead of vodka for a Tequila Sunrise.

INGREDIENTS • 8 oz. Pineapple Juice • 2 oz. Vodka • 1 oz. Grenadine Syrup

• 1 oz. Sweet & Sour Mix • Orange Wedge for Garnish

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elay for Life is an international event, with localized races for those desiring to raise funds and awareness for cancer, as well as bring their community together. Right here in Tacoma, this year’s Relay for Life will be held Friday, June 2, at 6pm, at Mt. Tacoma High School (4634 S. 74th St.) with the race continuing through the night and following day, concluding Saturday, June 3, at 6pm.

The 24-hour race kicks off with a celebration for all of those who have been affected by cancer— whether they were just recently diagnosed or are now cancer-free—and to cheer them on in their journey. This grass-roots communitybased team event invites those battling or who have overcome cancer to inspire and be inspired.

The event includes several aspects, all of which represent the journey that those dealing with the disease, and those who are supporting them, coming together. The 24-hour race includes a survivor lap, luminaria ceremony at 10pm (with each luminaria bag representing a loved one lost to cancer, giving people the chance to grieve, as well as offering hope and comfort), with closing ceremony to celebrate those who are suffering and those who are caring for them.

According to their website, the Relay for

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Life events “bring communities together to remember loved ones lost, honor survivors of all cancers and raise money to help the American Cancer Society make a global impact on cancer.”

There are several ways to participate in Relay for Life. Join a Relay for Life event just by signing up and decide how you would like to be involved. Some ways to participate include: • Be a team captain – Recruit members, set fundraising goals and organize fundraising activities.

• Be a participant – You can join an existing team, start your own or volunteer at the event.

• Volunteer – Donate your time the day of the event to lend a helping hand.

• Survivors and Caregivers – Activities and events are designed specifically for you to network with others in the community; the largest cancer support network in the world!

If you’ve never participated in this wonderful event, make 2017 the year. You will be glad you did. And remember, it is all for a good cause.

For more event information or to register, call 800.227.2345 or visit Relay.ACSEvents.org.

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It’s a baseball oasis with undeniable charm and unique offerings for everyone in your traveling party.

Kick back, relax, or go nuts. Whatever fits your mood, we’re the perfect destination to spend a spring and summer.

Take our brand new twenty five foot fire pit in left field. It’s the only one in professional baseball, and it’s a sweet spot to crack a cold one and catch all the action.

LAWN We’ve also got a life-size wiffle ball field for the kids; a grass berm, free for all to lay back; and some of the best vantage points in all of sports.

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Recognized as one of the top Fourth of July celebrations in the U.S., the Freedom Fair and Air Show, which takes place two miles of beautiful waterfront, is a four-day event—peaking on Independence Day—with an exciting itinerary made up of seven stages of entertainment, air show, car shows, Camp Patriot dedicated to honoring our military heroes, an international food marketplace, a media day and a pilot’s VIP reception.

With attendance reaching more than 125,000 visitors and held in one of the largest port cities in the country, this is truly an event unlike any other.

The vision for the show is “to host a world-class destination event that is dedicated to the unequivocal celebration of life, patriotism, community and national pride through providing top entertainment, outstanding air and car shows, incredible food and welcoming hospitality.”

The Freedom Fair and Air Show is more than just an event, as it boosts the local economy, bringing business to local establishments, stimulating tourism and honoring the military. It is a destination event—and it’s right here in Tacoma.

The culmination of the festivities takes place July 4 with the Freedom Fair and Air Show, where attendees can enjoy perusing hotrods and classic cars, listen to a variety of live music and entertainment, an incredible air show, plane rides, car show, delicious food, Camp Patriot dedicated to our military, BMX bike show, children’s area and more.

To close out the event—which is certainly done in grand style—those in attendance will be treated to a memorable Fourth of July fireworks show on the Ruston Water Way. Be sure to visit FreedomFair.com to find out event details as they are announced and ticket information.

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The event takes place at Charles Smith Wines Jet City, 1136 S. Albro Place in Seattle, 1 to 6pm. Wine tasting begins at 1pm, and music starts at 3:30pm. Sip on excellent rosé from winemaker Charles Smith and other wineries, enjoy live musical performances and great food from five local food trucks.

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This is huge! This is the only time the Football Hall of Fame has ever been in Washington state, and it's right here in Tacoma. The History Museum has an exciting lineup of events related to the exhibit that will keep the active learning and fun going all summer long. Experience the essence of the Hall of Fame and their amazing collections, hundreds of iconic artifacts, interactive exhibits and more.

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June 10 Held at the Tacoma Armory 2 to 6pm, full admission tickets are $40 in advance (before June 1) and $50 afterward and include tasting and a souvenir wine glass. VIP tickets are $75 each, and VIP attendees will also enjoy complimentary parking, exclusive VIP gift, special VIP reserve wines and VIP grand prize entry. BroadwayCenter.org

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June 3 Get your tickets now for this fabulous event taking place 6:30 to 11:30pm to celebrate America’s Car Museum’s fifth anniversary. Enjoy a fast and furious evening of exotic cars, spirited live auction, sleek soiree with cocktails and cutting-edge cuisine, cigars and dazzling fireworks. Set in the stunning Titus-Will Gallery, this is America’s Automotive Trust‘s largest fundraiser.

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Enjoy this exhibit at the W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory, with glass art by Deborah Moore depicting orchids and other botanical studies, complementing the Conservatory’s tropical foliage and floral displays.

Find out more by calling 253.591.5330 or visiting SeymourConservatory.org.

Photo by Diane Fetzner.

June 10 Get up close to the wildlife at Northwest Trek Wildlife Park. Stare into the eyes of a moose or get within a few feet of a bison during a morning ride on the wild side!

Hop into the back of the keeper truck and experience the thrill of seeing these incredible animals up close as the keeper makes his/her rounds feeding the animals.

Reservations are required. 360.832.7166.

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WALRATH LANDSCAPE SUPPLY CUSTOMER APPRECIATION Join Walrath Landscape Supply in Gig Harbor for a Customer Appreciation event featuring local garden celebrity Ed Hume, who will have his books available for purchase and signing. Held 11am to 12:30pm, the event is sponsored by Cascade Compost soil products of Corliss Resources.

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June 11 Enjoy live acoustic music among lush tropical floral displays on the second Sunday of every month, 1 to 2:30pm, at W.W. Seymour Conservatory. This month’s musical artist is Castletown Celtic Duo. Performances take place inside the Conservatory, where music can be heard while viewing the various gorgeous botanical exhibits. There is a suggested $3 donation. 253.591.5330.

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Photo by Diane Fetzner.

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June 16-18. Raise a glass on Father’s Day weekend as the Washington Beer Commission presents the 12th Annual Washington Brewer’s Festival at King County’s Marymoor Park! The Washington Brewer’s Festival is a unique all-ages beer festival where thousands of beer aficionados can sample more than 500 beers from 130 Washington breweries, as well as wine and cider tastings, great food trucks, live music and allages activities. WashingtonBeer.com

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POINT DEFIANCE BEACH CLEANUP

June 17 Beach cleanups are held every third Saturday, 9am to noon. Join other volunteers to make a difference in the health and cleanliness of our beaches.

Meet at Point Defiance Marina Complex at 9am.

This is a fun way to give back and help take care of these amazing beaches we all enjoy so much!

253.591.5325. MetroParksTacoma.org.

Photo by Kelly Williams.

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June 23 - 25 The “Ultimate Summer Get Together," the event features more than 40 restaurants and vendors, South Sound Bites local restaurant showcase, live music on four stages, live cooking demonstrations and cook-offs, the Rose Garden with wine bar and craft beer tasting, outdoor beer gardens, the Funtastic Carnival and more! Admission is free!

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SUMMER SOUNDS AT SKANSIE BROTHERS PARK June 27 - August 15. During the summer months, enjoy the Summer Sounds at Skansie Brothers Park each Tuesday, 6:30 to 8pm. Bring your lawnchairs and blankets, sit back, relax and enjoy the music.

Fun for the entire family. Performing June 27 is The Dusty 45s. Call 253.853.3554 for more information.

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The experts at Ball Horticultural Company offer insight into the year’s top gardening trends so you can plant with confidence and creativity.

Trend No. 1: Create Curb Appeal Your home’s exterior will influence the first impression of anyone who visits. Give your entryway an instant beauty boost with begonias. They’re perfect for the time-starved gardener, grow well in sun or shade, and fill in fast and full.

At the forefront of this trend are Megawatt begonias. New for 2017, they feature exceptional performance and a unique bronze-leaf color that is sure to be noticed by guests.

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Trend No. 2: Tablescapes Bring the beauty of gardening indoors with tablescapes. Use your harvested vegetables as decor inside in display bowls; you’ll give your interior design a fresh look. There are also non-edible potted veggies like Hot Pops Purple Ornamental Peppers. They mature in multiple colors to keep you in color all season.

Trend No. 3: Fresh Food Fascinations There’s nothing like pulling fresh food from the garden, but 2017 is trending toward more unique flavors. Replace your traditional pepper plants with specialty hot peppers like jalapenos or chiles. And you don’t need tons of space to enjoy multiple tomatoes. Try Take 2 Tomato Combos which give you a slicer and a cherry tomato in one pot, providing twice the flavor in half the space. Travel the globe through herbs: Plant a kitchen garden of different basils, lavenders and mints. Use them in your next cocktail!

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A thing of beauty Trend No. 4: Customize with Color A great garden is more than just a food source; it’s also a thing of beauty. One of the hottest trends for 2017 will be accenting your garden with unique colors that reflect your style. If your favorite color is purple, pink or white, weave some petunias into your garden design. If you adore red, try Archangel Cherry Red Angelonia for a delicate texture that weathers any extremes.

Fill your garden with plants to match your favorite team’s colors for a fun customized twist. Whatever you choose, a splash of color is sure to get your space noticed.

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Get started on your garden project today!

The 2017 gardening season is just beginning, so now’s the perfect time to make friends with your local garden center for the best plant selection. Incorporate any or all of the top trends listed above, and your garden will be beautiful and rewarding throughout the entire year.

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SRWs can be used to replace an aging deck by creating a raised patio to grade, says Arnold. A freestanding seat wall can be built within the raised patio to serve as seating, to define the outdoor room and provide a measure of fall protection.

Commercial Seating Event spaces such as stadiums, courtyards, outdoor classrooms and amphitheaters have benefited from economical outdoor seating solutions using SRWS. Staff at the International Institute of St. Louis wanted to create an event space in an area that had a crumbling cinderblock wall separating the courtyard from the parking lot. Landscape architect Brad Furfaro worked with the site architect to come up with a tiered wallseating solution.

“We met the challenge of creating a beautiful outdoor space that looked nice and functions as seating, but also was a structure to hold the parking lot hillside back,” says Furfaro, who owns Furfaro Design-Build Landscapes in St. Louis. “For a measure of design continuity, we were also able to use caps that match the SRW units on an existing cinderblock wall that did not have to be removed.”

The new amphitheater-style space seats about 80 people for outdoor training and events. “One challenge was a grade change from the base of the wall to the top and also a horizontal grade change from one end to the other,” Furfaro says. “The slope and seating starts out 4 feet on the east end and graduates to more than 6 feet on the west end. I had not used VERSA-LOK in this way before, but I knew that it’s a block that I can do anything with.”

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