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Finest waterfront estate on the Point, never before offered.

Make your family memories in this exquisite home crafted with highest attention to detail and designed to capture extraordinary lake views. Host your gatherings in the cathedral-like central great room with exposed beams and a massive rock fireplace.

The huge kitchen is fit for multiple chefs with central island, double ovens, butler’s pantry, and informal dining area. Guests are treated to five luxurious bedroom suites with fireplaces and individual baths. When you’re ready, retreat to your main floor master suite with walk-in closets and a private living room.

Inside spaces transition seamlessly to outdoor covered decks, landscaped grounds, new dock and sandy beach. Oversized, heated, three-bay garage includes a high-clearance door and adjacent indoor shop/hobby room. Less than five miles from Sandpoint behind a gated entry, the home is sited for maximum privacy.

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Come to the quiet side of the Lake, relax on the decks and enjoy stunning views from this waterfront beauty. 3-bedroom, 2-bath home boasts main floor living & private suite, lower level family & rec rooms, new dock and amazing views in the eagle’s flight path. Make lakeside memories and be forever captivated here in Camp Bay.

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After a day on the water, have dinner at the marina and come home to this luxury condominium with stunning panoramic views in Bayside South, Dover Bay overlooking Walston Pond and the estuary.

Finely appointed top-floor 2-bed, 2-bath home is offered furnished, turn-key with high-end vacation rental income.

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Live, work and play on Lake Pend O’Reille. This offering consists of a luxury home, successful business, and three parcels, including a separate building lot & storage for boat & RV. Wake up to gorgeous views from your 2400 sf home, walk to your dock, open the convenience store and immerse yourself in the culture of Garfield Bay. Owner may consider terms. $849,000

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Year-round waterfront vacation home, just 10 miles to Sandpoint. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, newly remodeled kitchen, open floor plan, crow’s nest master suite and commanding views. All on a county maintained road with paved driveway & 3-car garage in a private, treed setting with gently sloping lawn, dock and over 115’ of frontage.

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The jewel of Schweitzer Mountain. Old World architecture poised to command amazing views from the resort to the lake. No expense spared, no detail overlooked. Heated stone and walnut floors, 3 gorgeous stone fireplaces, lux individual suites and balconies on three levels. Prime location secluded from noise and crowds with 4-season trails. $1,299,900

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MLS# 20163895 - Enjoy the complete Sandpoint Idaho outdoor lifestyle in this 5,222 Sq foot 4 bedroom 4 bath home built in 2009 on 5 beauufully fenced acres. You'll appreciate the amazing views of the Cabinet and Selkirk Mountain Ranges with Lake Pend Oreille overlooking the City of Sandpoint. With just a 15 mile drive to Schweitzer Mountain Ski Resort, and just a couple of minutes drive from downtown Sandpoint, this home is perfectly located in the foothill mountains of town. Home features a 4 - bay aaached garage with a hydronic heated floor and indoor Catalina “endless” heated pool and spa, 4 fireplaces with an open air gas fireplace in the main living room and two en-suite bedrooms, one on each level of the home. Wonderful fenced in garden with raised garden beds with a new hunter irrigaaon system for garden and lawn with rain sensor for water conservaaon. Custom built cherry wood cabinetry with stainless appliances in both kitchens. California Slate floors with wood accent. $1,595,000.00

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MLS# 20162160 - Welcome to an architecturally stunning Sandpoint, Idaho, lifestyle! From the moment you arrive at the 40 foot porte cochère of this residence, the colonnade design of quarter sawn fir beams welcomes you into this unique North Idaho mber-framed home with impressive Sandpoint City and Lake Pend Oreille views. This home is both elegant and livable with Smoked White Oak floors throughout. All bedrooms are en-suite with the Master Suite being located on the main level. This kitchen is truly a gourmet kitchen, not just a markeeng phrase. Kitchen has two islands with Minsk Granite Bookend Slabs from Argennna (no seams) with farmhouse sinks, Bosch dishwashers, Thermador warming drawer, Wolf microwave, Sub-Zero refrigerators & Thermador range. Enjoy the Wine Room, Theater, Bar with Sub-Zero clear ice maker, while just minutes from downtown in the foothills of Sandpoint. This home has it all! Call to request a full list of details unable to be added to this lissng due to lack of ad space.

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PUBLISHER Get Involved in Our Future THIS PAST MONTH, I watched proudly as my oldest child graduated from college. As a father, I could not have been more proud. My only daughter and the oldest of our three children, she has always been a dedicated student, and in high school a dedicated athlete. She has worked hard for all she has accomplished, and I am confident she will succeed in anything she puts her mind to.

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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We are blessed in our country with incredible opportunities for our younger generation—men and women. They are a generation that is eager to learn, get involved in their communities and make a difference.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 19 Essentials

The latest tips and trends.

27 Life & Community Great local events and stories.

28 Business Spotlight

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30 Good News

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36 Sandpoint In Focus The new vaudeville.

40 Student of the Month Local students highlighted.

50 Hometown Experts The best local businesses.

52 Health & Lifestyle

Tips and informational articles about living a healthy, active lifestyle.

58 Feature Story Ghost town road trip.

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64 Going Green Ways to live a little greener.

72 Build It Up Green Discover ways to reduce use of natural and personal resources.

80 Travel & Leisure Skip the Caribbean and choose your local waterways.

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Practical Living

ESSENTIALS

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“GREEN” IS A BUZZWORD right now, and it’s the “in thing” to be green. The building industry is no exception. Green building can mean using recycled products to build a home or incorporating new technologies that make your home more energy efficient.

Examples of recycled building products can be old timbers and beams, hand-hewn siding, barn wood and metal. As with anything, there are extreme cases of green.

I worked with an individual a few years ago who used recycled denim to insulate his entire house. It literally was chopped and shredded denim that was blown into the walls with a wide hose just like insulation would be. He also had Marmoleum flooring (which is biodegradable in a landfill) and bamboo cabinets made from a sustainable forest.

Most people are on the more minimal green spectrum. They may have a few solar power panels, recycle rainwater for irrigation or integrate smart interior finishes like energyefficient window coverings. The window-

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covering industry represents green using recycled products in the manufacturing of some of their fabrics, giving vintage or textured looks to some options, but mostly helping with the home’s energy efficiency.

Most people buy window coverings because they need privacy, but do you realize that blinds also block UV and save our interior furnishings and flooring? They also help keep our homes warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer, in turn saving money on our utility bills. Plus, they can really lend a hand in the interior finishes department. Some are uber contemporary with wood and metal blends. Some are more formal with sheers and tilting vanes for privacy, and some are strictly functional and tuck up out of the way when they’re not doing their job.

Technology has played an important part in the window-covering world, not only with product advancement, but also with smart-home integration. You can literally raise and lower your blinds from your smartphone or tablet or set them on a timer depending on seasonal sun settings. If you didn’t pre-wire, no worries, they

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can be battery operated. (Requires batteries changed out once a year.)

There are numerous options that control the sun and block UV rays. The most common are screen roller shades. These come in different opacity levels. For example, one-percent openness will block 99 percent UV, 10-percent openness blocks 90-percent UV and so on. If you want privacy, this isn’t your best option.

If you want a cooler house and your interior furnishings to last longer, this option is for you.

The other most popular window coverings are cellular shades, sometimes referred to as honeycombs. These are the most energyefficient window covering available because they trap air coming from the exterior into your home. They trap that cold air out during the winter and reflect the heat back out during the summer. This is a huge green upgrade to any home.

Additional green upgrades to your home not only benefit the environment, but they directly benefit you.

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IF 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 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

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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 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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AS A TEACHER, TROY HOLT said the one thing that he finds most rewarding is the relationships he creates with his seventh and eighth-grade students.

“Everything about teaching kids is both rewarding and enjoyable. Even testing, because when you test kids you are actually learning a lot about them, including how they learn and rate of growth,” said Holt.

“However, if I had to narrow it down, the one thing that puts a smile on my face is this: creating a positive connection with students. Motivating them, inspiring them to believe in themselves. Being a positive part of that is just awesome.”

Holt teaches both boys’ and girls’ physical education, specifically speed and agility development, at Sandpoint Middle School.

A teacher for the past 20 years, Holt said the one experience that stands out most for him is working with other coaches, seeing the connections they have with students and the way they inspire the students to do their best. “Not just in sports or when on the field of play, but in all aspects of life,” said Holt. “This shaped the way I think, the way I coach and the way I act.”

Middle School can be a difficult time for many students. It is a time of transition and a time when adolescents are susceptible to many things, including peer pressure. Having a positive role model is important. Troy Holt does his best to instill confidence in his students during these formative years.

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MUSHROOM SEASON SOME ARE TOXIC TO PETS AND PEOPLE

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EMERGENCIES OCCUR ON A DAILY BASIS in veterinary medicine.

There is constant trauma and drama, and when a hospital has a significant client base, every night can bring unexpected turmoil. Nevertheless, back-to-back emergencies, two different dogs from unrelated families that exhibit the same bizarre symptoms is a puzzler for any doctor.

Symptoms of mushroom toxicosis vary greatly depending on the type of fungi ingested. The diagnosis is wholly dependent on a thorough history and ideally a sample of the mushroom for identification.

Unfortunately, both are not often possible.

On one night, two dogs presented to us with acute onset of vomiting, salivation, yellow mucous membranes, lethargy and collapse. Upon evaluation of blood values, they each had elevated liver enzymes, but the other values were normal. This severe sickness, along with high liver values, led us to conclude that a toxin was involved.

Mushroom poisoning is an emergency that needs immediate attention. Often, activated charcoal is given by mouth to bind the toxins present in the stomach and intestines. Dogs may need fluid therapy to rehydrate, enhance urination and help eliminate toxin load. Depending on the timing of the ingestion, a veterinarian may choose to induce vomiting.

Further discussions with both owners revealed that the dogs were both enjoying springtime in their respective yards—late May’s amazing weather. They were fine all day, but both were seen “hovering” in the grass. No other substances were in the yards and both were fenced and safe. The conclusion was mushroom/fungi poisoning.

With treatment, the overall prognosis is typically good, however, it ultimately depends on the amount of mushrooms ingested, the toxicity of the mushroom and the lag-time before treatment. Your doctor will want to monitor blood values over time to make sure that damage is contained. Below are some common mushroom names

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7B Women, Inc. holds benefit for Priest River Ministries Advocates for Women. By Patty Hutchens

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. It’s a harsh reality of life everywhere, and North Idaho is not immune.

But for victims of sexual abuse and domestic violence in our area, there is help through Priest River Ministries Advocates for Women. First formed in 2002 as a Bible study support group for victims, it has evolved into a nonprofit organization that has three shelters that can house approximately 20 women and children at one time.

For the second year in a row, 7B Women, Inc., formerly a subcommittee of the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce and now a standalone nonprofit organization, is hosting a Clothing Swap with all proceeds going to benefit Priest River Ministries Advocates for Women.

The Clothing Swap, which is sponsored in part by Alliance Title & Escrow and Vicky Jacobson and Teresa Lunde of American Pacific Mortgage, will be held at Tango Café June 15 from 5:30 to 8pm. The concept is simple, yet powerful.

Here’s how it works: 1. Choose five to 10 special, good-quality items to add to the swap.

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2. Prior to June 12, drop off your items at any of the following locations: Washington Trust Bank (Fifth Avenue), Sandpoint Title Insurance in the Powerhouse Building and Columbia Bank.

3. Invite your girlfriends and make it a “Girls’ Night Out!” 4. Register Online at 7BWomen.com for $25 or pay $30 at the door. This year, your entry fee includes a glass of champagne when you arrive. There will also be a no-host bar provided by Ivano’s Ristorante.

5. Swap and sip on June 15. Doors open at 5:30pm; swapping begins at 6pm.

6. Take as many items as you like. Clothes will be organized by category and size. A few special items will be raffled off at the end of the evening.

You do not need to provide items to be able to attend.

Priest River Ministries is doing much to build relationships with women and encourage them on their journey of wellbeing. If you or someone you know is in need of their services, contact them at the Crisis Hotline number 208.290.6529 or their office number of 208.448.2800.

A new medical spa is coming to Sandpoint

BY JILLIAN CHANDLER. PHOTOS COURTESY OF TANYIA OULMAN PHOTOGRAPHY.

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THERE’S A NEW MEDICAL spa opening up in Sandpoint, and owner Bri Williams is bringing her experience and knowledge to offer her patients the best in medical-grade antiaging treatments and prescription injectables, as well as a medical-grade skincare line.

With a focus to help clients age gracefully and enhance their natural beauty in a safe and subtle way, Bri’s goal is to help patrons feel their most confident selves. At Refined Aesthetics, clients will be provided with multiple services that help reverse and prevent the signs of aging such as Botox, dermal fillers, Kybella treatment (the double chin shot), microneedling, platelet-rich plasma therapy, chemical peels, hair restoration and dermaplaning.

With a nursing background, working in medical/surgical departments and family practice, Bri has a passion for helping others.“I have always been passionate about serving others, and now I have the opportunity to help people feel empowered,” says Bri. “I believe that women supporting other women is empowering for us all. This profession allows me to support other women in looking their best and feeling their most confident, and that brings me a lot of satisfaction.”

Born and raised in Sandpoint, and a fourthgeneration native, Bri left the area to attend college, with the intent of returning to Sandpoint. She graduated from Oregon Health Science University in 2007 with a bachelor’s of science in nursing and has since completed countless hours of continuing education, trainings and certifications to advance her career into aesthetics.

The treatments at Refined Aesthetics are centered on providing safe cosmetic services in a conservative way, with the goal of maintaining natural beauty. Along with her medical director, Bri is able to provide effective prescription-grade products and services.

Refined Aesthetics is focused on staying up to date with the latest procedures, techniques and treatments so they can continue to offer the best services in the industry.

Bri is excited to begin this new endeavor in her hometown. “I am proud of my community and am thrilled that I get to live and work in such a beautiful town. It is exciting for me to be opening a business in Sandpoint because

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I come from a long line of entrepreneurs.

My grandparents, Pete and Adell Thompson, started the Daily Bee and owned and operated it until they sold it in the ‘80s. My sister, great grandmother, aunt, uncles, cousins … they have all started their own businesses in Sandpoint. I am proud to follow in their footsteps.”

Bri says she has had continued support throughout her endeavor from her family and friends, especially from her husband, Chris, who is also a small-business owner in Sandpoint, owning Liberty Construction. In addition, her twin sister, Brissa Peterson, is also a business owner in town, as she and her husband Dan own Tork Electric. According to Bri, she could not have accomplished this dream without the help of her sister, who has a degree in business and has helped her in getting the business off the ground.

Refined Aesthetics will open its doors in June, and Bri looks forward to serving people in the community and helping them achieve their individual cosmetic goals. “I think that we are all beautiful. I recognize the inherent beauty in all of us, and I want to support women in being their most confident selves.”

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IT TAKES A CITY Uryadi’s Village brings together Sandpoint locals for Ethiopian cause

By Jani Gonzalez Photos courtesy of Uryadi’s Village JENNIFER FILL-CROOKS ALWAYS KNEW she would adopt children. Even after she had two stepchildren, a niece and two biological children, she and her husband, Mike, decided to adopt a daughter from China. That experience opened Crooks’ eyes and heart to the struggles of orphan children in developing countries.

She started Uryadi’s Village in 2014 to support Wolayta Village, named after the local people there. The village is about two hours from the nearest city, Hawassa. She and her team stepped in when an international adoption agency vacated their facility in the town of Soddo. At the time, there were 18 children, 15 of whom were babies. The facility, which is where the children lived up until last April, was a concrete compound.

“I’ve always had a passion for orphans and children without families,” Crooks said. She adopted her daughter, Sophie, from China back in 2003.

“It’s not where kids should live,” Crooks said. Now, Uryadi’s Village cares for 60 children, 21 of whom are younger than 1 year. And they recently moved into the first homes of Uryadi’s Village. Currently, international adoption is prohibited in Ethiopia outside of a medical necessity.

Uryadi’s Village encourages local adoption and fostering and supports the families.

Crooks used her connections in the horse world to help start the organization, Uryadi’s Village, named after the horse that took her to several top-level championships. When she acquired the horse, it had already been named “Uryadi,” which in Hindu means “festival to empower children.” Empowerment to orphan children is exactly what she wanted Uryadi’s Village to give.

Uryadi’s Village has the support of the government, who gave them a land grant. Crooks’ construction team, led by Sandpoint local Erik Keller, completed a home for the children in March. Keller builds using cob construction, which uses natural materials for building. The plan is to have eight more homes. Each home has a house mother to look after the children.

A home for children After learning and witnessing the needs of children there, Crooks decided that Uryadi’s Village would work in Ethiopia.

“The level of poverty there is like nothing you’ve seen,” Crooks explained.

“Orphans are the last to get resources and are considered a drain. Five million Ethiopian children are orphans—the highest in the world.

We wanted to switch the paradigm where orphans contribute to their community.”

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GOOD NEWS Uryadi’s Village has the support of the government, who gave them a land grant. Crooks’ construction team, led by Sandpoint local Erik Keller, completed a home for the children in March.

Uryadi’s Village is also self-sustainable. They are using permaculture techniques to grow the vegetables that thrive in their ecosystem, and the team is working with local villagers and teaching the children about gardening as well.

“We did a lot of research and didn’t want to create a foreign dependence,” she said.

A Sandpoint connection Crooks’ team consists of Sandpoint and Ethiopian members. The team came together in a variety of ways.

She and Sarah Klintworth were friends. She met Keller, the builder, at Evans Brothers and found Scott Rulander, videographer, online. She met Laurent Pelletier, their CFO, at a permaculture course in California who later moved to Sandpoint for the organization. She met her medical staff: Nichole Grimm, Traci Schmidt, Mary Quinn Hurst and Gina Woodruff, through the care they gave to her children with special needs.

Sponsorships and karma Uryadi’s Village runs several sponsorship programs to fundraise for the children and their homes.

“The houses go up one at a time. It’s karma—the money comes in as we need it,” Crooks said.

Uryadi’s Village also relies on a children’s sponsorship program. Initially, the first three child sponsorships came from former horse champions.

“Other organizations have multiple sponsors for a child.

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a family,” Crooks said. “As we place children into foster homes, new beds open up. At some point, we’ll have to say no, but there’s nowhere else to go—how can we say no? So far, we’ve been able to make it work.”

Crooks is also establishing a school sponsorship program where people can help pay for 60 children to attend school at $20 per month.

“We want to give back to the community by keeping kids in school. [The sponsorship] would buy supplies and help supplement the family income so the kids don’t have to beg.”

Crooks would also like to establish a sister city program with Sandpoint schools. “We could have a pen pal program with some of the classes here and also broaden the horizon of some of our high schoolers.”

Family from across the world Crooks has 14 children, nine of whom are adopted: five from China and four from Ethiopia. She adopted her youngest, Tegan, from Ethiopia last year on an emergency medical visa that saved his life.

“He was our surprise baby. He came to the orphanage on the last day of my visit last June. He had neurological issues from cerebral palsy and was dying. With us, he started to come alive, and I just knew he was the littlest Crooks,” she said.

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audeville has been deemed “Variety Entertainment,” the “Voice of the City” and “The Heart of American Show Business.” These variety shows enjoyed huge popularity for decades in North America. The “acts” included everything from one-act plays, comedians, musicians, singers, jugglers, magicians and burlesque dancers; even some short films. These multifaceted shows were a feast for the eyes and enlightenment for the souls of its audiences. Alas, all things have their time and by the 1910s the death-blow decline in vaudevillian shows came in the form of lower-priced cinema.

building, and until the loan was paid in full they were not allowed to produce any show that contained alcohol consumption. The original Summer Theater shared the stage until North Idaho College completed construction of the beautiful Boswell Hall. Lake City Playhouse has even had their share of celebrities grace the stage and seats of its little theater. Ellen Travolta, Jack Bannon, Cheyenne Jackson, Patty Duke, Bobby Sherman and David Soul have enjoyed some time at the playhouse. No theater would be complete without a good little ghost tale either. Rumor has it, there is a fellow named George who also likes this little haunt as well.

Many vaudeville performers traveled the circuits; a chain of allied vaudeville houses that contracted acts for regional and national tours. Our beautiful gem state still houses a few of these brilliant theatres. The Historic Wilson Theatre in Rupert, Idaho, The Egyptian Theatre in Boise and our beloved Panida Theater in Sandpoint, are all beautiful examples of the glory days of the variety show.

Another arts avenue we have in the spring is the 50 Hour Slam: an annual film competition and festival open to all filmmakers in the Spokane and North Idaho areas. Filmmakers have exactly 50 hours to complete a three- to six-minute movie: beginning with the writing and development to the final editing stage. Competitors are encouraged to experiment, get creative and push their talents to the limit to create a unique and entertaining piece for their entry. This is my third year competing and let me tell you, it is a blast!

The Panida Theater was built in 1927 by F.C. Weskil for the sum of $70,000. The Spanish Mission-style structure was the first building in Sandpoint to be constructed completely of reinforced concrete.

Mr. Weskil dedicated this stucco beauty to the people of the Idaho Panhandle, hence the name “Pan-Ida,” Panida. He wanted a venue to showcase film and vaudeville acts with great entertainers and performances of the day. His dream is still alive and well.

Art on the Green is a beloved local yearly event that takes place at the Old Fort Sherman Grounds on the North Idaho College Campus in early August. It is an outdoor arts and crafts festival sponsored

by Citizens’ Council for the Arts. It hosts a juried art show, musical performances, dance performances, great food and drink, an arts and crafts market, a giant sand castle and even a place for your little budding artist to experiment with paint and clay. Art on the Green has been a staple in my family’s summer for a couple of decades now.

Today, this charming historic theater still emulates the spirit of vaudeville. The Panida hosts local talent as well as those touring their arts. Center stage has held the likes of Bonnie Raitt, Arlo Guthrie, Winton Marsalis and Viggo Mortensen. The crimsoncolored grand drape accents plays, films, dance recitals, festivals and concerts. You can also rent the community owned theater for your very own special event. “Inspiring cultural enrichment, education and entertainment through the arts for all generations” is Panida’s mission.

Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre and the Christian Youth Theater hold performances at the state-of-the-art Kroc Center, a more recent addition our area can take pride in. The Schuler Performing Arts Center in Boswell Hall on the NIC campus also holds various performances throughout the year. Both locales are large, beautiful, modern and perfect for larger productions. We also have several other wonderful venues scattered between Spokane and Sandpoint: The Magic Lantern, Spokane Civic Theatre, The Blue Door Theatre, Martin Woldson Theatre at The Fox, The Bing Crosby Theater and INB Performing Arts Center. I have had the good fortune of being able to visit all of these magical odea, and I encourage you to partake and support your arts community by doing the same.

Our arts community is growing every day. We have many venues and festivals to nurture the arts in our lives. The Lake City Playhouse is one of my favorite places to enjoy a show. LCP was constructed in the late 1940s using building materials taken from the old officers’ mess at Farragut. It was originally used as a Mormon church. In the 1960s, the Coeur d’Alene Community Theater purchased the

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Even though our region does have some pretty spectacular places for the arts to flourish, there is always room to grow. That growth will occur only through the acknowledgement that art, in whatever form it takes, is vital to our lives. Whether we relish a painting or a performance, art gives us something to ponder. You can show your support for the arts just by attending a local theater performance, event or festival; a great way to start and get involved. You can also volunteer or audition, become a participant, engage in your community. Back in the ‘90s, I was cast in Arsenic and Old Lace at the Panida, and due to the lack of a male actor to play the lead, that play had to be cancelled. It was an unfortunate loss of entertainment and growth all due to just one person not being willing to step out and do something different. No matter if you are in Spokane, Coeur d’Alene or Sandpoint, there is a place for you to be a part of the show.

The spirit of the vaudevillian is alive and well here in the great Northwest. The variety we cultivate, from Shakespeare to Gypsy Rose Lee, is something to be cherished, nourished and promoted.

Variety is the spice of life after all! Our lovely Panida Theater does that with all the grace of the bygone days in which it was built. Art is the way we connect, communicate and discover all the beauty this world holds.

Picasso was quoted as saying, “The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.” Perhaps art is not only a cleansing but the very meaning of life itself. Creation is the breath of art. All of the world may be a stage, but it’s nice to know we have a little theater right here in our own backyard to gather and revel in that vaudeville sparkle.

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Picasso was quoted as saying, “The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.” Perhaps art is not only a cleansing but the very meaning of life itself. Creation is the breath of art.

Sandpoint By the Numbers 1927

The year the Panida Theater opened its doors in Sandpoint.

144

Average number of performances scheduled annually.

233

Average number of people to walk through the doors to see a show.

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AMBER LAICHE: THE FUTURE LOOKS BRIGHT for Sandpoint High School senior Amber Laiche.

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“I leave to begin training on July 31,” said Amber, who won dance competitions throughout the South before moving to Sandpoint at the age of 12. “I’m very excited to start!”

In addition to the training she does for the SHS dance team, Amber also takes dance classes at Studio 1 Dance Company. But dance is much more than a hobby to Amber; it is the field in which she hopes to work.

“I plan to major in dance and minor in business,” said Amber, who plans to one day own a competitive dance studio in Sandpoint.

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Amber said that the best quality of being a dancer is being able to tell a story without using words. “There is nothing better than the feeling of telling a story with your team through dance,” she said. “Seeing our audience after a great performance gives you such a feeling of love and accomplishment, such a feeling that you could never forget.”

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“Effort is the basis of success. In soccer and in life, worthwhile goals can be accomplished only with hard work, and I’m glad that soccer has given me the opportunity to experience that firsthand,” he said.

Charlie said soccer has dominated his life in the best possible way. “I love everything about the game, and it has contributed to the person I am today,” said the four-year SHS varsity player. “I made the All IEL [Inland Empire League] two years, and in my final season I was captain and was selected to the All-State team.”

Also a member of the SHS tennis team, Charlie has persevered in academics and maintains a 4.0 GPA. He will attend the University of Utah in Salt Lake City where he will work toward a premedical degree in biology. “I then hope to go into a career in the medical field because I enjoy science and math courses, and I want to help people,” said Charlie.

One of the most difficult challenges in soccer, according to Charlie, has been the mental part of the game. “It’s difficult to persist if you’re tired and your team is down, but you keep on playing in pursuit of those rare moments of satisfaction that happen when you can come back from a deficit,” he said.

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COMPETITION HAS BEEN SHOWN to be useful up to a certain point and no further, but cooperation, which is the thing we must strive for today, begins where competition leaves off. Franklin D. Roosevelt It has been said that a little competition never hurt anyone. It pushes people to do their best and achieve great success. But for the hospitals in the five northern counties in Idaho, they have found success through collaboration, not competition.

For the last 27 years, the Northwest Hospital Alliance, previously known as the North Idaho Rural Health Consortium, has worked together for the benefit of the five northern counties—Bonner, Boundary, Benewah, Kootenai and Shoshone. ”The guiding principle behind the Alliance is that it makes more sense to work

collaboratively rather than competing against each other,” said Sheryl Rickard, the CEO of Bonner General Health in Sandpoint.

Rickard and the CEOs from the other four hospitals—Boundary Community Hospital, Benewah Community Hospital, Kootenai Health and Shoshone Medical Center—make up the board of the Northwest Hospital Alliance. Rickard has been involved with the Alliance since its inception when she then served as CFO of what was then Bonner General Hospital.

The mission statement of the Alliance states that they “exist to provide a regional cooperative approach to the delivery of rural health care in the five northern counties of Idaho.”

By working together, each hospital is confident that they can improve the quality, efficiency and cost of the health-care services they bring to each community.

“We are all committed to remain independent hospitals, recognizing that there are things that we can do together to ensure that independence,” said Rickard. “We are a hospital alliance.”

Through grants received due to their collaborative efforts, the Alliance has been able to purchase equipment and provide education that would not have been possible if each hospital worked

independently from one another. Some of the things they have purchased through collaborative grants include: tele-radiology equipment, diagnostic imaging archiving equipment, tele-pathology equipment and interactive video equipment. Furthermore, they have brought to their hospital staff educational opportunities that include trauma, coding and documentation, and rehab continuing education.

“We have also been able to reduce cost by participating in group purchasing,” said Rickard, who cites Meditech conversion, medical-waste joint pricing and MDStaff physician credentialing software as some examples.

But it is not just the CEOs who meet. Each hospital has specific departments that also collaborate on a less regular basis than that of the CEOs, who meet monthly. Rickard shares that some of the Peer Groups who meet include CFOs, nurse managers, facility directors, emergency management coordinators, human resource directors, information systems directors, laboratory directors, quality/performance improvement directors, rehabilitation directors, community development directors and credentialing specialists.

“These staff members articulate that the relationships formed through these group meetings have been extremely valuable,” said Rickard of the feedback she has received from her staff members. “The collaboration in these peer groups is extremely beneficial to all.”

Caryl Johnston, director of the Northwest Hospital Alliance, agrees. “Collaboration through these peer groups creates an environment of trust and communication,” said Johnston. “The peer groups provide a great resource for those at all the hospitals and allow those in similar roles to come together and share ideas.”

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Johnston said because of the education that happens in these peer groups, a patient who is transported to Kootenai Health may even be able to bypass the emergency room and go straight to surgery or wherever they may need treatment. “The smaller hospitals know how to prep and transport the patient. This saves time, and time often dictates outcomes,” said Johnston.

electronic medical records is very steep, so the fact they can share in those costs makes it feasible for each of the hospitals to afford them.

One of the goals of the Alliance is for individuals to be able to stay in their own community for their health-care needs. The members of the Alliance have had a longstanding agreement to not advertise in one another’s counties unless that county does not provide the services advertised.

Johnston said that the Alliance’s goal is to benefit each of the communities in the five northern counties. “It’s really about patient-centered care,” she said. “If a patient needs a higher level of care than the smaller communities can provide, Kootenai Health can provide those services. But we know it is best for the patients to return home and to their own communities so we can assist in that transition as well.”

One significant advantage of the collaboration is that all of the hospitals, with the exception of Shoshone Medical Center, share the same electronic medical record.

Sharing a medical record electronically becomes extremely important in critical situations. Rickard said that there are many examples of when this saved the life of a patient.

“When patients come into Bonner General Health and need to be transferred to a higher level of service, the receiving hospital is able to pull up all the records online and have a plan in place before the patient arrives,” she said.

The costs associated with implementing

With almost three decades of history, the Northwest Hospital Alliance is a model for other rural hospitals seeking to share costs and collaborate their resources. “We are very unique,” said Rickard.

When looking at the services that smaller hospitals such as Bonner General Health and Boundary County Hospital now offer, it is clear that it is a result of the collaborative effort.

“If it weren’t for the relationships formed through the Alliance, we would not have Kootenai Cancer Services [at Bonner General Health],” said Rickard.

The fact that Bonner General Health, through Kootenai Cancer Services, can provide services that include chemotherapy is a great benefit to those battling cancer. The commitment of time

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QUALITY a n d resources—and of course a patient’s limited energy—it takes to travel to Coeur d’Alene can be overwhelming. So the fact that cancer services are provided in Sandpoint benefits not only those in Bonner County, but those in Boundary County and Western Montana as well.

“The establishment of Kootenai Cancer Services in Sandpoint all came from the relationship we have built with Kootenai Health over the years through the Alliance,” said Rickard.

For nearly three decades, the Alliance has collaborated to bring medical services that do not exist in most rural communities to the people of North Idaho. While Rickard said they have considered expanding the number of hospitals in the Alliance, the focus is on that which has already proven to be a resounding success.

“If each of the [rural] hospitals is healthy, then Kootenai Health will also be healthier,” said Rickard. “The smaller hospitals can take care of those in their own communities.”

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At Heather’s Nail Boutique, they offer the most advanced services and techniques available, as Heather continues education in her field to offer clients the best. She takes classes to constantly improve her technique and discover new products, noting that with gel technology continuing to expand, these courses consistently introduce her to new and better products each and every year. In addition, Heather and her team can now make enhancements thinner, more flexible and last longer between maintenance services than ever before. This allows for Heather to offer her clients the most innovative nail care available.

“Something else that makes us different [than other similar establishments] is that this is an employee-based salon,” says Heather. Everyone follows the same protocol for every service. It doesn’t matter which technician you see; you will still get the same great service. This enables you to get your nails done when it is convenient for you, and you know you will always get the same great service.”

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When it comes to what she finds rewarding in her work, Heather says it’s two-fold. She takes pride in creating beautiful nails for her clients, especially those who have had negative experiences in the past, showing them they can have amazing nails without damage in a clean salon with well-trained employees. “I love when we can give a new client the nails she has always wanted but was never able to find before,” she says. In addition, Heather finds it gratifying to watch her employees advance in their career; seeing them improve and their confidence grow.

“I love showing them that they can be great at doing nails, and it can be a real job,” says Heather. “In fact, my girls are doing so well that we need more help. I am always on the lookout for a new nail tech looking for a career.”

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CHRONIC PAIN CAN BE DISABLING for so many people, and especially those who have failed numerous treatments. Spinal cord stimulation can provide hope and relief for many such patients. These devices work by interfering with the pain signal traveling up toward the brain. Thus, they do not “fix” the underlying problem, but they modulate the pain signal and can provide many with substantial pain relief, allowing them to decrease use of opioid medications and increase activity. Many patients who receive these devices truly feel that it has given them their lives back.

A spinal cord stimulator (SCS) is a surgically-implanted device, similar to a pacemaker, which has wires going into the epidural space that provide a small electrical signal to the spinal cord. This device is connected to a small battery (roughly the size of three stacked silver dollars) which is the control hub. Like a modern-day computer, these devices can be programmed and can be controlled by the patient. This means the patients can control the intensity of the stimulation, change between various programs that have several types of stimulation or various locations of pain, as well as turn the device on and off. The devices can

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The goal of spinal cord stimulation is to provide patients with 50 to 70 percent pain relief, yet even smaller improvements in pain can make an enormous difference in the quality of life for many. have stimulation that is perceived by the brain and is felt like a tingling sensation in the area of pain, or they can have a high-frequency signal that is not perceived by the brain but provides pain relief. Most devices today can provide both types of pain relief and can be programmed so the patient can choose which type of stimulation they want at that moment.

The goal of spinal cord stimulation is to provide patients with 50 to 70 percent pain relief, yet even smaller improvements in pain can make an enormous difference in the quality of life for many.

These devices are not the first line of treatment for pain, rather for those who have failed conservative treatments such as physical therapy, oral medications and injection therapy, and who have already had surgery or there is no surgical option available. These patients typically have severe back, neck, arm or leg pain. Spinal cord stimulation does not work for everyone, but patients can undergo a trial with temporary leads placed for three to seven days to try the therapy and see if it works for them.

Spinal cord stimulation was first used in 1967 and has been approved by the FDA since 1989.

Worldwide, there are more than 14,000 of these devices placed each year. Most of the modern devices are now MRI compatible, meaning patients can still undergo MRI imaging even with these devices in place. For appropriate candidates, these devices have been life changing. A consult with a pain specialist can help determine if someone is an appropriate candidate.

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ACUPRESSURE IS A VERY effective way to treat a variety of imbalances in the body. It can be especially effective with conditions related to chronic pain and stress. There are more than 400 acupressure points throughout the body that correlate with 12 energy pathways known as meridians that can be used to promote relaxation, relieve pain, improve circulation and treat illnesses.

There are a variety of techniques on how to apply acupressure once the point is located.

Most commonly it is advised to locate the point, hold the point with a small, blunt surface—such as the tip of the finger or a pencil eraser—holding moderate to heavy pressure. Depending on the condition being treated, the point should be held anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes, and can be repeated as often as needed.

Another acupressure technique known as tapping utilizes the body’s energy meridian points by tapping them with firm but gentle pressure. This technique requires the person to move along a series of points tapping each point five to seven times while focusing on the problem that is being treated. This can be a very effective way to deal with pain related to emotional issues or stress.

memory, relieving symptoms such as chronic fatigue, headaches, eyestrain and insomnia.

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Depression - Locate the center of the breastbone, about four finger widths up from the base of the bone. Press for approximately two minutes with thumbs or knuckles of the thumbs while taking slow, deep breaths. This can help ease depression and anxiety, as well as boost the immune system.

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Arthritis or Sciatica – These are very common complaints in people with chronic pain. Locate the very center of the backside of the knee in the crease.

Gently press for about one minute, and repeat on other side. This point can be effective for relieving low back pain, arthritis in the knee, back and hips, and sciatic pain.

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Headache - Locate the fleshy area between thumb and index finger at highest spot on muscle just below the bone. Press firmly for one to two minutes; include light circular massage without leaving the area. Repeat on other hand. This technique should not be used during pregnancy.

Stress Relief - Close eyes and locate the knobby spot on the bridge of the nose between the eyebrows. Using your middle finger, gentle press for a few seconds (up to one minute), and release. This point can be very effective for calming the mind, improving

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Neck Pain - Locate one-finger width below the base of the skull on both sides, about ½ an inch away from the spine on the prominent muscles of the neck. Press both points firmly for approximately two minutes as needed.

Professionals such as an acupuncturist, trained massage therapists and physical therapists can be helpful recourses to perform acupressure and help educate patients on how to best apply this technique at home.

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MEN’S HEALTH WAYS TO MANAGE YOUR HEALTH AND LOWER YOUR RISKS FOR DISEASE COURTESY OF BONNER GENERAL HEALTH EA H EYA LTTIHPY HEA LTT H

NATIONAL MEN’S HEALTH WEEK is observed each year the week leading up to Father’s Day. This is a good time to look at some of the most common health issues for men in the United States and to identify some of the risk factors, preventative measures and health screenings that can improve men’s health.

Heart disease, cancer, chronic lower respiratory diseases and stroke are the leading causes of death in men in the U.S. 65 and older. Some risk factors contributing to these causes of death include: • Diet high in fat, calories, sugar, salt and alcohol • High blood pressure • High cholesterol • Tobacco use—cigarettes and smokeless tobacco • Stress

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These risk factors can be lowered or managed by: • Eating a healthy diet including a variety of fruits and vegetables containing vitamins and minerals that can help protect against chronic diseases • Regular exercise can help control weight and reduce stress, lowering the risk of heart disease and some cancers • Quitting tobacco has immediate health benefits, including reducing the risk for certain cancers It is important for men to get regular checkups and know their numbers, including their weight, blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as their family health history. Health screenings can find diseases early when they are easier to treat. Getting the right screening test at the right time is one of the most important things a man can do for his health. Men should discuss the following screenings with their healthcare

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provider at each checkup: • Skin cancer - the most common cancer in men, self-exams can be done throughout the year; a dermatologist or your healthcare provider can also perform screenings.

• Prostate cancer - the second most common cancer in men, screenings can detect prostate cancer before symptoms develop. Talk to your healthcare provider to determine the best screening for you, a digital rectal exam (DRE) or a PSA. The age you should start screening depends on your risk factors, including family history.

• Testicular cancer - testicular exams are recommended at routine physicals. Men at higher risk (a family history or an undescended testicle) should talk with a doctor about additional screening. Some doctors advise regular self-exams.

• Colorectal cancer - a colonoscopy is a common test recommended for detecting polyps and colorectal cancer; other screenings are also available. Speak to your healthcare provider about the screening that is best for you.

• High blood pressure (hypertension) know your systolic and diastolic numbers.

Controlled blood pressure can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.

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• Type 2 Diabetes - a fasting blood-sugar test, glucose tolerance test or A1C can screen for Type 2 Diabetes.

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GHOST TOWN ROAD TRIP

Washington Gold Rush left behind a string of abandoned communities and broken dreams

By Dan Aznoff

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history THE KLONDIKE GOLD RUSH that brought an estimated 100,000 prospectors through Seattle on their way north to the Yukon during the last days of the 19th Century left behind scores of dreamers who dug for their own fortunes in the dusty rolling hills of Eastern Washington.

Those prospectors and pioneers established a string of communities in the Northeast corner of the state that continue to attract photographers and history buffs in search of legends from our recent past.

In many cases, all that is left of what were once thriving communities are a few empty barns and hollow foundations. The eight-hour visit to the Ghost Towns of Okanogan provides all the ingredients a Hollywood screenwriter would need to create an epic journey of adventure and romance. The lonely highways between the eerie collection of abandoned townships and boarded buildings represent an era of unfilled dreams.

Unlike the towns that were abandoned when prospectors moved on to other locations in search of precious metals, the valued commodities mined in the Okanogan ranged from gold and silver to sand and timber.

The 363-mile loop through the Okanogan Highlands provides visitors with an up-close view of empty, century-old buildings and dozens of historic relics of former towns as well as a first-hand glimpse into the fascinating past of the region and into the history of the state.

The northern half—what is now the Colville Indian Reservation—was thrown open for mineral exploration in 1896. Within weeks,

an estimated 1,500 prospectors flooded south from British Columbia and north across the Columbia River to stake their claims.

The story goes that signal fires were built when official word of the opening was received.

Those fires touched off a short-lived gold rush in Washington state that generated a hot bed of mines and camps filled with dreamers with visions of wealth that could be discovered on the Lower 48. This is the area that would become known as Okanogan County—the mountains, valley and foothills were the home of Native American chiefs from another time in history. Men like Moses, Tonasket, Joseph and Sar-sarp-kin.

White men of the early West also made names for themselves in Okanogan County as well.

Men like Hiram F. “Okanogan” Smith, Jonathan Bourne Jr., Charles and Hazard Ballard. Others like David McLoughlin, Guy Waring, Colonel Tom Hart, Alex Barron, and Chee Saw created the largest and one of the most fascinating counties in the state of Washington; an area is still consumed by legend and filled with mystery.

Okanogan is a Salish Indian word meaning “rendezvous.” Sometimes called “the late frontier,” the Okanogan Valley was inhabited

by Native Americans for thousands of years before a succession of explorers, prospectors, miners, trappers, cattlemen, settlers, loggers, farmers, missionaries and orchardists carved out a colorful history that lives on to the present day.

A visitor only has to use their imagination and to wander through long-abandoned town sites

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with distinctive names such as Ruby, Bodie, Gold Hill, Barron, Loup Loup, Nighthawk, Toroda, Sheridan, Circle City and Silver to conjure images of the past.

There’s much to hold the history buff ’s attention, including legends of hidden gold and long-lost million-dollar mines, several of which are still occupied by treasure hunters today.

Several of the area’s historic boom towns of yesterday are still standing. Other places such as Gilbert, Loomis, Republic, Old Molson, Chesaw, Gold Hill, Nighthawk, Bodie and Riverside are silent monuments to the past that have changed little over the past century.

Before beginning your driving trip into the past, it would be a good idea to get an overview of the area and its history with a visit to the Okanogan County Historical Museum at 1410 Second Avenue North in Okanogan; contact them at 509.422.4272. The Society has a vivid collection of photographs and docents who are happy to provide first-person tips for a memorable journey.

Bodie There are no road signs to mark the start of the Ghost Town Road Trip, but a logical place to begin would be in Bodie, a collection of barns and empty farm houses 140 miles northwest of Spokane in a pocket of land surrounded by the Colville National Forest.

Prospectors Tommy Ryan and Phil Creasor discovered a continuous mineralized ledge in the north of Okanogan County in 1886 and claimed the area as Eureka Gulch. The area

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quickly became known as Republic. In the city’s rapid heyday, Republic boasted seven hotels, 20 saloons, nine general stores and an undisclosed number of brothels. The quality of ore discovered spurred the establishment of many nearby mines and townships, including Bodie.

The town was established in 1888 at the mouth of Bodie Creek, two years after Ryan and Creasor’s lucrative discovery. High-quality ore was extracted, milled and processed right in Bodie until 1934 when falling gold prices closed the township’s mine and the busy grouping of buildings fell vacant.

In the days and years that followed the discovery of gold surrounding the town, Bodie was actually relocated to what was known originally as the Bodie Mining Camp. An estimated $1.2 million in gold was processed through the camp. Visitors say that Bodie Creek still runs the color of the precious metal.

Bodie continues to attract historians, mining buffs and photographers to the slanting buildings, rusty equipment and mysterious log cabins. There is only one intact structure remaining of the original “Old Bodie.” It is a small two-story house converted into a storage building with the help of local resident Doug Prichard. The largest, most visible structure still vertical in what is Bodie today is often cited as a schoolhouse which doubled as a saloon, but local legend disputes that fact. Old Bodie has often been confused with an assembly of cabins north of the Bodie Mining Camp at the junction of Toroda Creek and the road to Curlew, which functioned as a saw mill.

Chesaw As long as you’re in the area, it pays to swing by the community of Chesaw, about 15 miles west of Bodie. This ghost town was alive from only 1896 until 1900, but the area is still filled with old buildings and forgotten cabins.

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Sherman South of Brodie are the remnants of the sleepy town of Sherman (no relation to the player of the same name in the Legion of Boom the Seahawks) in Lincoln County, just north of Wilbur.

Like many small towns in Eastern Washington, Sherman sprang up in the agricultural boom of the 1880s and 1890s, spawned by the federal government’s many homesteading acts. Sherman was abandoned as the price of wheat fell, the average farm size increased and better vehicles and roads made traveling easier.

The shell of a school, a beautiful church and a cemetery are all that remain.

Govan The next stop on your road trip through Washington history should be Govan, established in 1889 as “a place in Lincoln County” by politicians at the time.

The discovery of a large sandbank in the autumn of 1890 created a boom-town atmosphere that attracted work crews with steam shovels to extract the sand for road construction. The town was named in honor of R.B. Govan, a construction engineer employed by the Central Washington Railway.

The town has a mysterious past based on several unsolved murders that date back to 1902. According to legend, “The most brutal crime ever committed in the county took place when Judge J.A. Lewis and his wife, Penelope, were the unwilling victims of an axe murder.”

It is believed that the motive for the double homicide was robbery because Lewis was known for keeping large sums of cash in his home.

The demise of the community happened virtually overnight when the town was bypassed during the construction of US Route 2 in 1933. The last store in Govan closed its doors in 1940.

There isn’t much left in town, but it is still possible to walk around the old abandoned schoolhouse, as well as the original post office and a few other crumbling structures. Visitors can still find remnants of old pottery in the deserted buildings, but explorers should keep an eye out for the rattlesnakes, scorpions and cougars that have become the primary residents of the town. Summer is probably the best time to visit Govan due to the deep mud created by the spring rains. “Lots of mud,” according to one historian. “Watch out for ticks and monster mosquitoes the size of dimes. We were attacked within seconds as we approached.”

Dyer Before looping back, be sure to stop off in the old town of Dyer. This former community in Douglas County has been empty for years, but it’s still home to several deserted homesteads, old pottery and other relics.

Molson Not far from the Canadian border is the boom-and-bust town of Molson. The city’s first growth can be traced as far back as 1900.

In only a year, the population shot up to 300 and was complete with a newspaper, stores, attorney, doctor, saloon and even a hotel. A post office was opened on July 14, 1900, with Walter F. Schuyler as first postmaster. (The post office closed in 1967.)

The prosperity did not last long. The population fell to only 12 people when the mine began to fail in 1901. The community boomed again in 1905 when news came around that a railroad would be routed through the area. In the meantime, a local who ran a barn and stage line filed for a homestead that included most of the town. By 1909, the man published a notice for everyone on the land to relocate, forcing citizens to found the site of New Molson about a half mile north.

The empty town is now preserved as an “openair museum” with pioneer buildings (including an old schoolhouse), farm machinery and other vintage artifacts.

Nighthawk The logical endpoint to the ghost town road trip is a stop in Nighthawk on the Similkameen River. Named for the now-closed mine, Nighthawk was originally a productive logging

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area along Loomis-Oroville Highway westnorthwest of Oroville.

The town has survived as a daylight CanadaU.S. border crossing along the Burlington Northern Railroad. The border crossing is commonly known as “the Nighthawk Crossing” on the Canadian side, though the official name of the Canadian-side locality is Chopaka.

The town of Nighthawk was a booming mine town at the turn of the century with hotels and a burlesque house. The population is currently less than 10 permanent residents. Situated by the Similkameen River, Nighthawk got its cool name from a nearby mine that is now closed.

In the early 1900s, it had been a booming town with hotels, a saloon and even a railroad depot.

But as with a lot of the towns in the Okanogan area, the mines were eventually shut down due to the high cost of operation and the drop in the price of precious metals. Several of the structures that remain date back as far as 1903.

The ghost town road trip through the Okanogan may not be as famous as Apache Junction or the OK Corral in the Southwest, but it can be a memorable day of exploration and education right in your own backyard.

And just like the current residents of the Evergreen State, the ghosts that inhabit the deserted towns in Eastern Washington are friendly.

Dan Aznoff is a freelance writer who captures the cherished stories of past generations so they can be preserved for future generations. Dan lives in a four-generation household in beautiful Mukilteo, Washington. He can be contacted directly at da@dajournalist.com.

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HOW YOU CAN START LIVING GREEN

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The amount of ‘green’ products available to today’s consumer is staggering compared to just 10 years ago. Specialty stores, as well as big-box stores, are offering soaps, shampoos and everyday cleaners free of harsh chemicals and dyes, utilizing the cleaning power of natural ingredients. Look for napkins and paper plates made from postconsumer materials, and bring your own bag to the store instead of using paper or plastic. Supporting vendors whose products are produced locally helps cut down on emissions, as these products travel a very short distance compared to internationally shipped goods.

The timber industry remains vital to our everyday life, and much has changed since the clear-cutting days of old. For every tree harvested, foresters now plant four to five in its place. You can do the same by planting a tree at home. Trees are nature’s best at extracting carbon dioxide from the air, and the more that are around, the cleaner the air. Look for annual tree-planting events in your community as you aren’t just assisting in improving air quality but adding beauty to your town as well.

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People across the country are limiting time in the car by cutting down on trips, carpooling and utilizing ride-sharing programs, but if you still need a daily commuter, consider today’s more powerful and comfortable hybrid models.

Long known for superior fuel efficiency, newer models are also featuring the latest technology and are much more comfortable than their predecessors.

For those looking for luxury, the BMW 740e X-Drive iPerformance cranks out 322-horsepower engine but remarkably manages 64mpg on the highway. Most standard-model hybrids get between 50 to 60mpg, which would allow most current drivers to cut their fuel bill in half.

At one time, people just thought of cans and newspapers when it came to recycling, but as technology improves, so does the amount of items we can recycle.

In most communities, gone are the days of having to sort, as this is now done at the recycling facility. Before tossing out that yogurt cup, milk jug or shoe box, check to see if it has the three-arrow reduce, reuse, recycle logo on it. If it does, make sure it goes in the right bin. If a lot of suds or soda is consumed in your home, start collecting cans, and after a year you might have very well collected enough to go out for a nice dinner.

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Whether building a new home or remodeling part of your current home, there are many ways to make your residence green friendly.

When shopping for appliances, make sure to look for the energystar rating, as those with the highest ratings utilize the least amount of energy to operate. Remodeling or redecorating with recycled or reclaimed wood is a major trend in home design. Green homebuilders are becoming keener at repurposing storm water, utilizing longlasting materials, capturing more natural light and installing low-flow toilets and showerheads in order to use less water.

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Brett Marlo, owner of Brett Marlo Design Build in Gig Harbor, Washington, has witnessed firsthand how the desire to live a more sustainable life has been driven by not only saving natural resources, but to save money as well.

“People in general are initially more motivated by cost savings than by saving the planet,” said Marlo. “However, I do believe that most homeowners want to be educated consumers and align themselves with good products from good companies. Even more so, we are seeing many people turn to healthy products due to sensitivities, allergies and respiratory issues in their indoor environments.”

Barbara Schriber, who along with her husband Scott, owns Selle Valley Construction in Sandpoint, Idaho, said she also has clients who are becoming increasingly knowledgeable about green building practices.

“Many clients want to discuss energy efficiency as an overall general idea,” said Schriber, citing LED lighting and energy efficient thermostats as being some of the more popular trends. “Many of our clients are concerned with insulation and different building methods used to achieve a tight building envelope while maintaining good indoor air quality. Five years ago, we would educate our clients about Heat Recovery Ventilators, but now many come to us with that information. Many are also concerned about quality windows.”

While in the past the desire for building a green home may have been driven by environmental factors, Schriber’s opinion is that is no longer the case.

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“I think the media, from Facebook ads to television shows, has made consumers more familiar with energy-efficient principles and products, as have utility companies,” said Schriber.

Marlo said that if one desires to build green, some of the easiest ways to incorporate this include low-flow plumbing fixtures, LED light fixtures, low VOC paints, and efficient heating and ventilation systems.

“Most people are looking for efficiencies to lower their monthly operating costs,” said Marlo. “They understand that the upfront costs to these products and systems pay for themselves and cost way less in the long run.”

And it is not just the way in which homes are being built that is changing; it is the size of homes as well.

“As trends go, the pendulum has swung from McMansions to tiny houses. It is my prediction, and hope, that the pendulum will find itself settling at small footprint homes,” said Marlo.

“To be truly sustainable, a green building will multitask. It will not only contain innovative technology and efficient systems that work together, it will also be accessible and effective in less space and achieve this with comfort and beauty. We take care of what we find beautiful, love and respect.”

Marlo advises that when acting as your own

general contractor and choosing your own subcontractors, choose wisely; it really depends on what you are seeking. Those looking to innovate with current green building strategies are often in search of the latest and greatest products. In these cases, there is a learning curve with all parties involved from specifying, purchasing and installing through operation and maintenance. If you are a do-it-yourselfer, find a local green building group to chat up and educate yourself.

“The key to a truly green building is having a thoroughly thought-out plan. A healthy building is much like a healthy body. Your body is a whole system that performs at its best when all organs are maintaining their functions and fulfilling their roles within the bigger system,” said Marlo. “When designing your building, if you look at bettering only one system, you are missing the big picture of how building systems work together so that the building as a whole will perform at its best.”

Schriber’s experience is that subcontractors are well versed in green building techniques, especially electricians, plumbers and HVAC contractors. “Much of this is code driven and these three industries are state regulated, and subcontractors are required to take continuing education that addresses resource efficiency,” said Schriber.

One question that often comes up is the cost of building a green home.

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“When looking at first costs and the availability of healthy products, our industry has seen great leaps, and yet there is much more to do. The most prevalent products cost close to the same as their less healthy options, such as paint, tile and countertops,” said Marlo, adding that healthy products such as cabinets, windows and millwork can really add on costs due to the lack of merchants making and selling these options. “Just remember, you have increased your budget for higher quality products with less operating and maintenance costs when you have maximized the use of a smaller footprint design.”

Schriber said that it is not necessarily cost prohibitive to build green. “Five years ago, it was more difficult to source green materials; now they are more of a standard. Many states have encouraged energy and water efficiency requirements and the national building codes have started to require more efficiency. With these changes, the industry has started to design and offer a wide range of green products.”

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Go Chemical Free The number of products free of harsh chemicals has greatly increased even in the past five years. These are available at specialty shops, but large retail grocers and household stores are also stocking a wide range of products.

Installing a filter to your kitchen sink will give you clean drinking water, and keeping plants inside the home will help to naturally filter the air. Choose green-branded cleaning products or use items like vinegar, baking soda or lemon juice for stains and everyday cleanup.

Green Your Personal Care Much like cleaners, items like bath and hand soaps and shampoos, makeup and skincare products are available now without harsh chemicals. There are all kinds of plants that provide skin moisture, heel burns or irritated skin, and help clean and beautify hair. Homemade laundry detergent is as simple as combining Arm & Hammer Super Washing Soda, Borax and grating your favorite bar of natural soap into a bucket with about 4.5 gallons of hot water and mixing.

These are just a few of the ways to help reduce your impact on the environment. Riding your bike to work one day a week or getting all your errands done in one trip reduces the time your vehicle is emitting exhaust. Shopping at farmers markets not only provides healthy, fresh and natural foods for your family, but helps maintain and stimulate the local economy as your hard-earned dollars will stay in the community. You don’t have to live in a tent, utilize an outhouse or only use your feet as transportation to be part of the green movement.

If everyone does something subtle to reduce their impact, the effects will be massive. Before throwing out that next item, think if there’s something else it might be used for, and help make the world a greener place one decision at a time.

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Conserve Water With much talked about drought conditions in California and low levels in the Colorado River, water conservation is becoming a much more serious topic. One of the biggest culprits of water waste is the American lawn and keeping it green. If you do water your lawn, do so in the early morning or evenings, as watering in the heat of the day will lead to evaporation before the water can do its job and actually hurts your lawn. When washing dishes, fill the sink and scrub all at once instead of leaving the faucet running the entire time. The same goes while brushing your teeth or washing your face at night. Install a low-flow showerhead in your shower. Standard showerheads go through 2.5 gallons of water per minute. Low flow is classified as 2 gallons per minute or less. During a six-minute shower, this saves 3 gallons of water per shower, which adds up to an incredible amount of water saved each year.

Support Locally Owned Business Fruit and vegetables grown at the farms and orchards surrounding your community travel only a short distance compared to produce which is often shipped by vessel, plane or train from far away. This helps reduce the number of extra trips and reduces emissions. An added benefit is that food picked fresh almost always tastes better. The same goes for goods made by your local artisans. Handcrafted art and decorations are made using local products and seasonings are made using local ingredients.

Local businesses are also far more likely to support local schools, fundraisers, non-profits, youth sports and other causes.

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For those wanting a more laid-back cruise, free of chaos, a trip up and down one of the West’s most iconic rivers is an amazing way to see many beautiful areas.

“A more relaxed atmosphere on the river allows the passengers more opportunities to explore the destinations and immerse themselves in the history of the region they are visiting,” explained Tony DeMarco, a franchise owner and vacation specialist with Cruise Planners and based out of Gig Harbor. “With a smaller passenger list, the location they arrive at does not feel overwhelmed by people, which is sometimes the case with large cruise ships.”

Instead of sharing your vacation with several thousand other guests, riverboat cruises often accommodate less than 200 people with some having space for only about 50.

Passengers enjoy all the same comforts of larger scale vessels, just on a much smaller level. Another big complaint for travelers on larger vessels is the miniscule and often stale looking staterooms. Cabins are often a bit more spacious and unique on river cruises, and you’re far more likely to receive a room with an outside view than if you go the budget route via larger ship. “With all the comforts of a fine hotel, your stateroom has an ever-changing view of the scenery passing by. Most rooms come with a private balcony,” said DeMarco.

Unlike ocean cruises where much of the trip is spent staring into vast empty ocean, the scenery on a river cruise is always present and constantly changing as you make your way inland. Ships are designed with this in mind to give guests multiple areas to relax and watch the landscape go by. DeMarco added: “There are spacious public areas and lounges for socializing, making new friends or enjoying a cocktail before dinner. Ships have many outside viewing positions to take in the natural beauty of the area, which is great for the photography enthusiast.”

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PEACEFUL AND SCENIC Unlike ocean cruises where much of the trip is spent staring into vast empty ocean, the scenery on a river cruise is always present and constantly changing as you make your way inland. Ships are designed with this in mind to give guests multiple areas to relax and watch the landscape go by.

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While river cruising does allow children, most parents choose a different route as these ships don’t offer the same level of child entertainment. This tends to offer a more relaxed environment on board and is ideal for those seeking a more peaceful cruising experience. This isn’t to say these trips are for retired couples only, as younger couples are getting on board as well. “We have seen huge growth in the multi-generational segment, and cruising provides a great way for families to travel together. Everyone can share time on board, but you still have your private space when needed,” explained DeMarco.

The Columbia River is one of the most wellknown in the West, and it’s where you will find all sorts of intriguing itineraries. There are three main lines that service the area: UnCruise Adventures, American Queen Steamboat Company and American Cruise Lines. Each company offers different cruise lengths, and below are just a couple examples of what a local river cruise entails.

UNCRUISE ADVENTURES Rivers of Wine – Seven nights aboard the SS Legacy This cruise is all about exploring Oregon and Washington wine country. The ship employs a sommelier and an additional guest wine expert to accompany guests on the trip.

Tastings at some of the finest wineries are set up at stops within the Columbia Gorge, Walla Walla, Red Mountain, Columbia Valley and Willamette Valleys. Guests also get to explore both Multnomah and Palouse falls as well as the Columbia River Gorge Scenic Area.

Your ship, the SS Legacy, is modeled after a turn-of-the-century coastal steamer but with modern convenience of flat-screen TVs, air conditioning and private baths mixed in with industrial-age décor. With just 44 cabins, you will find plenty of space to stretch out and an attentive staff. Dinner is open seating, and there is a main lounge as well as a saloon onboard serving beer, wine and cocktails. There are two hot tubs, fitness equipment, yoga classes and a massage suite for relaxing.

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AMERICAN QUEEN STEAMBOAT COMPANY Portland to Clarkston – Eight nights aboard the American Empress The American Empress is the largest overnight riverboat west of the Mississippi, and its iconic red paddlewheel will at first glance transport you back in time. Guests are pampered in this luxurious ship where the dress code is considered country-club casual with no formalwear necessary. This trip is designed to follow in the footsteps of famous explorers Lewis and Clark. Stops include Astoria, The Dalles, Stevenson, Tri-Cities and Clarkson. This trip can be booked from Clarkston to Portland as well for those wanting to end their trip on the coast. Shore excursions are included at each stop and feature museums and historical sites, state parks and downtown shopping. Each day onboard, the riverlorian gives a daily lecture about the area in which the ship is passing, and each night guests are treated to Broadway-style entertainment in the Show Lounge or piano and single performances in the Paddlewheel Lounge.

AMERICAN CRUISE LINE Highlights of the Columbia – Four nights aboard the Queen of the West or American Pride For those wanting a shorter trip and more time on the water, this trip is a great option. From Portland, guests travel to Astoria, Mount St. Helens and Multnomah Falls before heading back to the Rose City. Much of this trip is spent navigating the Columbia River Gorge with ample opportunity for photography. Both ships were recently upgraded and feature some of the largest staterooms available. Nightly music and cocktails, as well as dinner featuring fresh local ingredients, make this a memorable trip if only for a few days.

If peace, relaxation and taking in the sights are top priorities for your next vacation, consider a cruise along the Columbia. There are trips for all tastes, and no matter what you choose you will be well taken care of and come home with a whole new crop of memories to share.

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June 18, 2017 - 8am-2pm $17.95 Adults / $8.95 kids Made to Order Omelette Station, carving station with prime rib and Roasted Herb & Garlic Crusted Pork Loin, Salmon, Danish & Croissants, Assorted Desserts, Peel & Eat Shrimp, Sauteed Veggies, Chocolate Mousse, Fresh Fruit, Breakfast Potatoes & Rolls.

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Sandpoint’s premier waterfront dining offers an extensive menu of American cuisine with an impressive wine list. Featuring a full-service bar and beautiful view of Lake Pend Oreille. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, Trinity at City Beach is ready to become your new favorite restaurant.

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Sweet Lou’s Restaurant & Bar Ponderay Location

Authentic Mexican cuisine prepared fresh daily. Fiesta Bonita’s menu is full of many unique and authentic recipes. They have a full bar and outdoor seating. Open daily at 11am.

Bring the family or make it a date night. There is something for everyone at Fiesta Bonita!

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They now have homemade pies on Thursday!

Come experience the sensational smells of fresh baking bread, cinnamon rolls, pies and pastries. Pick up a deli sandwich on their homemade bread and hot bowl of soup with a fresh baked roll or cornbread.

Open Monday-Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm.

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Sweet Lou’s Restaurant and Bar proudly offers something for everyone, with specialties including chicken fried steak, smoked prime rib, bison ribs and grilled PB&J and bacon sandwiches. All menu items are reasonably priced, fresh and made to order. Full bar.

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Experience tasty food and great coffee in a truly unique setting. Exceptional coffee drinks and delectable pastries, handcrafted Gelato (Italian ice cream), grilled gourmet sandwiches and wraps, stone-baked pizzas, dessert and savory crepes, fresh salads and homemade soups. Something for everyone from 7am - 5pm daily.

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Home-cooked breakfast, lunch, dinner, a nice atmosphere and great service!

Cafe 95 serves beer and wine. Check out their menu and nightly dinner specials on Facebook! They have something for everyone! Open from 7am - 8pm daily and Sunday until 3pm.

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In addition to baked goods made in-house and coffee, they also offer handcrafted ice cream in a variety of delicious flavors made on-site! Check out our community living room great for a party of 12 or less.

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HEIRLOOM TOMATOES THESE DAYS, IT SEEMS THAT whenever anyone talks about tomatoes, many folks continually refer to heirloom tomatoes. So what exactly is the difference between a conventional tomato you may find at the grocery store and an heirloom tomato you’ve grown in your garden?

We’ve got the answer for you. When it comes to heirloom varieties, each is genetically unique, with an advanced resistance to diseases and has adapted to specific growing conditions and climates. And … you are sure to taste the difference. Heirloom tomatoes are said to be more flavorful than their counterpart. They are more disease resistant as well. The only disadvantage is that heirlooms do have a shorter shelf life. Heirloom tomatoes are valuable in that it is easy to save the seeds year

An annual herb in the celery family with aromatic fern-like leaves, dill is utilized as herbs and spices to flavor foods. Often used with salmon and fish, soups and of course dill pickles, it is best at its freshest. Hot weather, high sunshine and rich well-drained soil create the ideal growing climate.

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after year for future planting. It’s simple: Pick a ripe heirloom tomato, crush it up in a jar until it is half full of tomato, fill with water and close with a lid.

Shake the jar occasionally, let tomato decompose (which discourages diffusion of diseases to the seed) no longer than a week, and seeds will sink to the bottom. Now it’s time to rinse the seeds until they are clean and allow them to dry (which promotes better germination). Now you’re ready to plant!

TOMATO PARTY SANDWICHES WITH CUCUMBER SPREAD Ingredients • 8-oz. package cream cheese, softened • 2 cucumbers, seeds removed and diced

Come enjoy the wholesome goodness of Millers. Made fresh with love every day.

• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped • 2 1/2 tsp. fresh dill, chopped • 2 1/2 tsp. fresh mint, chopped • 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice

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• 1 tsp. white wine vinegar • 1 tsp. salt • 1/2 tsp. black pepper • 6 slices of your choice of bread (recipe can be modified to use crackers) • 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 lb. (about 3 large) assorted fresh tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices • 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil • Chives, thinly sliced

Put It Together • In a medium bowl, stir together cream cheese, cucumbers, red onion, dill, mint, lemon juice, vinegar, salt and pepper.

• Toast bread slices.

• Spread a generous amount of the cucumber mixture onto each slice of the toasted bread.

• Top each slice with 2 to 3 tomato slices.

• Drizzle each with olive oil.

• Sprinkle tomatoes with chives.

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SENSE THE WIND Inspiration and adventure await at the Panida

By Patty Hutchens. Courtesy photos.

ASK ANY SAILOR AND THEY ARE SURE to tell you that the feeling of gliding across the water with the breeze in their face is one of the most exhilarating experiences they have encountered.

But imagine if your sense of sight was non-existent. That is the premise of the hour-long documentary, Sense the Wind, which will be shown at the Panida Theater Friday, July 7, at 7pm.

“This inspirational film is about blind sailors learning to perform well enough to compete [in sailboat racing] at the national and international levels,” said Bruce Robertson of the Sandpoint Sailing Association, the group that is sponsoring the event. “After the film, the movie’s producer and director, Christine Knowlton, will host an in-person Q&A with the audience.”

The film took six years to make and follows the journey of four blind sailors as they train and compete in national and international regattas. Now being distributed internationally, Sense the Wind was presented a Humanitarian Award at the Socially Relevant Film Festival New York and was recently screened in Tokyo.

In what many may envision as a frightful experience, the visually impaired sailors do not fear that which they cannot see. They sail by feel, sensing the breeze, tension in the tiller and listen to the pattern of waves and the sails luffing in the wind. There are sighted guides who describe the racecourse and give tactical race advice.

When viewing this film, many will discover themselves reconsidering the meaning of the word “disability.” And while it focuses on the life of sailing, it also follows the group of four through life’s changes, whether it be marriage, medical challenges or retirement.

The Panida Theater and the Sandpoint Sailing Association is honored to host this event, as many around the world are seeking a similar opportunity.

Whether you are a sailing enthusiast, one who enjoys a good film or looking for an inspirational story, this movie is one you won’t want to miss.

Admission is $5 and is appropriate for all ages. The Panida Theater is located at 300 N. 1st Ave. in Sandpoint.

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The Art Party Fundraiser If the arts are important to you, don’t miss this event! This is a celebration and fundraiser with an art sale and auction, gourmet buffet dinner and bar catered by Tango, Appreciations Awards and information about the Kaleidoscope and Ovations programs. Hosted in the Columbia Bank Atrium, the event begins at 5pm. Tickets are $75. Call 208.263.6139 or go to ArtInSandpoint.org.

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Spend the evening listening to the sounds of the accomplished Music Conservatory of Sandpoint staff as they perform pieces by great masters. The events begins at 5pm at First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive St. Afterward, feast on chocolate and mingle with the musicians.

All proceeds benefit the scholarship program!

A $15 donation is recommended. 208.265.4444.

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Downtown Sandpoint Artwalk Opening Receptions

15-18. Held at CenterPlace at Mirabeau Point Park, Crave Northwest is the Inland Northwest’s premier food and drink celebration. Savor the creative talents of award-winning chefs, specialty food purveyors, winemakers and craft drink providers. Culinary highlights include a grand tasting tent, global street foods carnivale, seafood bash, fire and smoke fare and Father’s Day brunch. CraveNW.com

Local artisans, galleries and business owners throughout Downtown Sandpoint join forces each summer to provide exciting art exhibits designed to showcase all that our unique town has to offer. Starting at 5:30pm, stroll the streets of Downtown Sandpoint and enjoy the artwork at participating venues, have a bite to eat and enjoy a little shopping.

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Kids Free Fishing Derby Bring the family to Priest Lake Lake Golf Course, where kids can fish for free! The event will be held 8am to 2pm. Participating children will receive a free fishing derby T-shirt and fishing pole, and lunch is included. For more information, call Lion Bob Ekler at 208.443.7039.

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Car d’Lane 16-17. This is a classic car weekend—just in time for Father’s Day—featuring 1975 and pre ’75 cars and trucks in the heart of Downtown Coeur d’Alene. To kick off the weekend fun, there’s the Car d’Lane Cruise Friday evening, 6 to 9pm. Saturday, 8am to 4pm, cars will be lining Sherman Avenue and on display for all ages to enjoy. CdADowntown.com

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CHAFE 150 Gran Fondo

Hope Quilt Show

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The CHAFE 150, a 150-mile bike race, begins in Sandpoint and inscribes a grand loop around the Cabinet Mountains following gorgeous lake and river valleys. CHAFE 150 is contributing the proceeds of the ride to the Lake Pend Oreille School District to better help staff to meet the needs of students within the Autism Spectrum.

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Clark Fork Valley Quilters holds their June Blooms in Hope Quilt Show 9am to 4pm in the Memorial Community Center, 415 Wellington Pl. in Hope. Come see their colorful new “blooms” in a display of quilts, plus handcrafted boutique items, fresh-baked goods, a raffle quilt and raffle prizes. Admission is $2. 208.264.5375

24-25. Whether you are a player, a volunteer or a fan, Spokane Hoopfest has a place for you to enjoy the energy of more than 14,000 games played throughout the weekend. This is the largest 3-on-3 outdoor basketball tournament with more than 6,000 teams, 3,000 volunteers, 225,000 fans and 450 courts spanning 45 city blocks! SpokaneHoopfest.com

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Held in scenic Coeur d’Alene, well-trained athletes begin their day with a 1.2-mile swim in the clear waters of Lake Coeur d’Alene.

Next, they take on the challenging 56-mile bike course boasting with turns, followed by the run that loops along the shores of the lake.

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Sample the best that the county has to offer all in one place. Local restaurants, retail stores, beer and wine producers, artists and musicians all at Schweitzer for the day! In addition, unlimited rides on the Great Escape Quad will be free, and enjoy free Chairlift rides 11am to 5pm! Schweitzer.com. Photo by Schweitzer.com

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Attendees can taste from the best restaurants, wineries and breweries Sandpoint has to offer at Farmin Park in Downtown Sandpoint, 5 to 8pm. A Chef’s Cook-off, sponsored by Litehouse, has two local chefs battling it out for the 2017 title! For each 10 tickets purchased, you will be entered into a drawing you won’t want to miss!

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RARE FIND. 40 acre classic farm less than 5 miles to Sandpoint with panoramic views. Updated home with separate living quarters, big red barn, 4 car garage, water and septic for a second homesite. Idyllic setting, zoned Suburban for possible subdivision.

2.19 acres zoned RECREATIONAL just yards from public boat launch, campgrounds and swimming beach at Garfield Bay on a paved county road.

Former RV park with potential for multiple homesites. Owner may finance.

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1 acre above highwater line (13.5 acres total) on the edge of Sandpoint, accessed by boat only.

Mature trees, amazing views - a tremendous opportunity for your private waterfront retreat.

Level, sunny 5 acres with your own private view of Schweitzer Mountain and treed perimeter for privacy. Near town, shopping and other conveniences, fronts county road for easy access.

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Looking for privacy and mountain views? 5 acres with a gentle slope, cleared building site, power and phone in the road. Very quiet, semi-remote location. CC&Rs apply.

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BRAND NEW 3-Bedroom homes to be built in Moon Ridge Estates. Quality construction and northwest finishes include custom cabinets, granite counters & front yard sprinklers.

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PRIME WATERFRONT LOT- 1.24 acres with 149 feet of shoreline wrapping the point in Buck Run. Easy four season access less than 5 miles to Sandpoint, mature trees and majestic views. Water, sewer & natural gas available. Surrounded by fine homes.

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VIEWS, easy access and community waterfront are yours at Swan Shores. Level building site perched above the road for views, easily accessible 4-seasons, with community water and sewer available. Boat launch and beach just yards away.

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GORGEOUS 3.4 acre lot in Cedar Ridge next to 8.47 acre common area. Paid water hookup, Dover sewer, electricity & natural gas available.

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