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September marks the annual Washington State Fair and Oktoberfest Northwest, and Tacoma Arts Month is just around the corner in October.

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But while it can be exhausting, this effort to declutter and simplify can be worthwhile, not only for our homes but also for our health.

The advantages of decluttering Getting rid of things you no longer need or want may have a positive effect on mental health and can also make for a safer environment. It’s a sobering fact that every 12 seconds, according to the CDC, someone over age 64 will fall and end up in the emergency room. Decluttering can help keep paths clear and obstacles to a minimum.

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A study at Indiana University showed that people with clean houses are healthier than people with messy houses. Regular household chores like vacuuming and washing windows can be great physical activity. A tidy home can also mean we’re more likely to invite people over—prompting interactions that can help alleviate feelings of depression and isolation that can accompany aging.

Tips to get started With these tips, decluttering doesn’t need to be a dreaded task: • Don’t judge yourself. It’s harder to decide what to do with items that have been in the family for generations than it might be for millennials to decide what to do with items from their college years.

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A kitchen oasis... office. The kitchen is a good place to start the decluttering process because throwing away chipped dishes and expired spices isn’t as taxing as wading through boxes of potentially important paperwork or personal items. Take everything out of the fridge and cupboards and spread it all out on a counter or table so it’s easy to review. Give shelves a good wipe-down and restock them with the necessities, putting go-to things within easy reach, and donating or storing appliances and dishes that are used less often.

other sentimental items, consider finding creative ways to remember them, such as making a memory quilt of old T-shirts or photographing special items for an album and then letting them go.

Once you feel good about your progress in the kitchen, move on to tackle the garage, office and other spaces where belongings tend to pile up. Like closets!

• Stop the build-up before it begins. Keep a recycling bin handy for unwanted credit card offers and coupon packs before they enter the house, and unsubscribe from magazines and newspapers if they pile up unread. EcoCycle has some tips to cull the tide of junk mail, and mobile apps like Evernote can help collect and digitize recipes, warranties, instruction manuals and memorabilia to clear away more piles of paper.

• Keep only what you wear the most. Pick a handful of favorite outfits for everyday wear, social outings and special occasions, seasonal wear and wardrobe staples, and donate the rest. If it’s hard to part with handmade or

At the end of the day, it’s OK to hang on to belongings that are near and dear to you. But for items that don’t hold sentimental or functional value, kick start a decluttering mission today so you can enjoy a tidier, safer home tomorrow.

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To the delight of animal lovers everywhere, awareness of the physical, mental and emotional toll taken by stress is leading progressive employers to create take-your-petto-work programs. For example, for the past 20 years, Purina has encouraged its associates to bring their pets to work, and in a typical week hundreds of dogs and cats enjoy spending time with their owners at the pet food maker's St. Louis campus.

"Pets bring a wealth of benefits—both physical and emotional—to pet owners and their families, so it's no surprise those same benefits also apply to the workplace and employees," notes Dr. Kurt Venator, Purina's chief veterinary officer. "Whether a pet helps provide a calming sense during a challenging situation or encourages employees to take a walk during their lunch break, here at Purina we experience the benefits of pets at work every day and want others to as well."

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As more and more companies adopt a petsat-work policy, consider these facts based on a recent Purina report about the many advantages of such programs: • They can benefit health: Pet-employee interaction has been shown to reduce the employee’s blood pressure and cholesterol levels in addition to alleviating anxiety.

• They can improve employee retention: Sixtythree percent of employees in pet-friendly workplaces say they're very satisfied with their work environments—nearly twice as many as those in other workplaces. In fact, respondents rank the option of bringing pets to work as the second most-valuable employee perk—more valuable than free coffee and parking. Overall, three in five survey participants wish their workplace would institute a pet-friendly policy.

• They can alleviate loneliness: Eight in 10 employees who can bring pets to work say that activity makes them feel more happy, relaxed and sociable. That's partly because talking about pets can be an ice breaker, making it easier for people to approach co-workers and get to know them better.

• They can promote physical activity: Many employees spend breaks and lunchtime playing with their pets or taking them for walks, boosting their own aerobic activity at the same time.

• They can increase pets’ happiness: Rather than staying home waiting for their owners to arrive, pets get to socialize with new people, play with other pets and enjoy more activity.

Nearly nine of 10 people in the survey agree that bringing their pets to work strengthens owner-pet bonding.

In light of the proven benefits, Purina encourages other employers to consider allowing pets in the workplace. A toolkit with tips and information is provided at Purina. com.

“Our goal with our report is to continue to raise awareness of the benefits of taking pets to work and to arm employees and employers with insights that can help facilitate pet-friendly environments within their companies,” notes Dr. Venator.

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This October, explore Tacoma’s arts and culture

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Tacoma Arts Month kicks off with the official opening party, “Kaleidoscope,” on October 3 at Normanna Hall in the Hilltop neighborhood.

An evening filled with captivating performances, delectable appetizers and inspiring exhibitions, attendees are bound to discover a new favorite artist or performance group. The 2018 lineup includes performances from Asia Pacific Cultural Center, Tacoma Refugee Choir, Tacoma Urban Performing Arts Center, Barefoot Collective, Tacoma Poet Laureate Kellie Richardson and DJ Smokey Wonder. Mayor Victoria Woodards will open the program with the presentation of the

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Approximately 500 communityproduced events will take place in October, and there’s something to cater to every person’s tastes and interests— many events are also free and family friendly.

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Approximately 500 community-produced events will take place in October, and there’s something to cater to every person’s tastes and interests—many events are also free and family friendly. Programming includes music, theater and dance performances, visual art exhibits, literary readings, film screenings, cultural events, lectures and much more. Many Tacoma art organizations will be hosting professionally taught workshops designed for all levels of experience.

Looking to purchase art or try your hand at a unique artistic form? Community members are invited to visit artists’ working studios at the Tacoma Studio Tour on October 13 and 14, 11am to 5pm, to meet their neighborhood artists and purchase unique artwork. 2018

marks the largest Studio Tour yet, with more than 80 participating artists at 47 locations across the city showcasing their work. By picking up a Studio Tour Passport and attending at least seven Studio Tour locations, attendees will be entered for a chance to win one of several prize packages from artists on the tour.

Throughout the month, more opportunities to win prizes await you, including the #TacomaArtsMonth photo challenge.

Attendees are encouraged to take pictures at events and share them on social media to be entered to win a fabulous prize package including a hotel stay, dinner and cultural night on the town.

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The Tacoma Film Festival A celebration of the world of film

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Fall is knocking on Tacoma’s door. It’s the time of year when leaves are turning to brilliant fall colors, rain is on the way and the air outside is getting just a little colder. Fall is the time of year when we say goodbye to outdoor fun in the sun and turn our attention to some indoor festivities.

We can always count on the weather inside of our local movie theaters being warm and dry. October brings us one of the South Sound’s premier indoor events where the Big Screen and its filmmakers spend a week in Tacoma. It’s time once again for the Tacoma Film Festival!

This fall brings us the 13th annual Festival of all things independent film. This year’s Tacoma Film Festival comes to town October 4 through 11 and features movie screenings and lots of other cinematic-themed activities in downtown and other Tacoma neighborhoods.

If you’ve never been to a film festival, you probably think it’s all about watching movies which, in part, it is. Filmmakers from all over the world apply to enter their films into the festival. The films that are chosen to be screened fall into several categories.

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During the Festival the official juries that have been selected will judge these films, and the best films in each category will be awarded. There are also categories that allow the audience to select the winners—you can vote for your favorite and be part of film history!

One of the best parts of the Festival is that it allows Tacomans to experience a wide variety of independent films that we would not typically get to experience. Last year’s Festival featured more than 150 movie premiers! And … there is something for everyone. From children’s films to documentaries, short films to full-length features, international films to films by local artists, there is always something interesting and fun to watch during the week.

But the Tacoma Film Festival is about more than just watching films. It’s a celebration of independent films and the people who make them.

There are talks, parties, opportunities to interact with filmmakers, workshops, panel discussions and more events that allow you to immerse yourself in the world of film.

Festival events are centered on The Grand Cinema, the only nonprofit cinema in the South Sound,

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It’s a celebration of independent films and the people who make them. There are talks, parties, opportunities to interact with filmmakers, workshops, panel discussions and more events that allow you to immerse yourself in the world of film. which is the official host of the Tacoma Film Festival. But, in usual Tacoma style, the entire community gets involved, so there are events at businesses, artists studios, art venues and more where you can have fun, learn and contribute to the cinematic creativity.

Have you experienced the world of virtual reality yet? The Tacoma Film Festival also features the Veldt—this is the Festival’s virtual reality studio. The Veldt VR Studio features virtual reality films, workshops and interactive experiences. There is no reality like virtual reality—it is literally an experience like nothing you’ve ever seen.

One of the main things that sets Tacoma’s Film Festival apart from other similar film festivals is that it is done on a smaller scale, creating a more intimate atmosphere. This allows for more opportunities for filmmakers to come together and for you to come face to face with filmmakers and other artists. In fact, local families volunteer to house out-of-town filmmakers during the Festival. It’s hard to get closer to an artist than that!

The Festival grows every year and continues to garner national and even international attention. They are welcoming a new festival director this year. This will be the first festival that filmmaker, curator and educator David Dinnell will serve as the director. It’s an exciting time for a festival that prides itself on bringing the world of film to Tacoma and providing opportunities for filmmakers and other artists to come together and create.

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No wonder Movie Maker Magazine named the Tacoma Film Festival one of their Top 50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee! Speaking of which, many of the talks, tours and other events are free to the public. You do have to pay for film viewing, and you have options for purchasing tickets to view the participating films. You can either pay for individual films you choose or, if you want a fuller experience, you can buy a Festival Pass that gives you unlimited access to film viewing—and lots of other perks!

So mark the dates on your calendar now so you don’t miss a thing. The last day to buy early bird Festival passes is September 13—these are $25 cheaper than the full price passes. (Note: Films shown at the University of Washington Tacoma are free to UWT students and faculty.) The full festival program listing all the films to be shown during the eight-day event will be released September 14. Anticipation will weigh heavy as you wait for opening night on October 4 at The Grand Cinema, but it will be worth the wait! The evening will feature a movie screening followed by an after party with food, a no-host bar, DJ and more.

Let the films begin!

Want to learn more or help out? The TFF is possible largely through community donations, sponsorships and volunteers. If you want to find out about tickets or get involved, check out their Facebook page (Facebook. com/TacomaFilmFest), web page (TacomaFilmFestival.com) or reach out to them via email (tacomafilmfestival@gmail.com) for more information.

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t’s back to school time. While for some students it can be an exciting time of reuniting with their friends, for others it can produce a great deal of anxiety. The reason? They have been victims of bullying in the past and returning to that environment can be scary and intimidating.

For many in the older generation, we equate bullying with the mean kid on the playground who pushes others around. But for the younger generation, bullying takes on a whole new form. Social media provides an entirely new platform for people to say negative, mean things about one another. And not having to say those things face to face provides even more anonymity for the aggressor.

In recent years, the Centers for Disease Control and the Department of Education have taken a hard look at bullying. It has defined the elements to include unwanted aggressive behavior, observed or perceived power imbalance, and repetition of behaviors or a high likelihood of repetition.

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Bullying can include either direct or indirect contact with the targeted victim. Direct would be something done in the presence of the victim, and indirect contact would be along the lines of the spreading of rumors.

The unwanted aggressive behavior can take on many forms including physical, verbal, relational and damage to property. Not only that, it can be done in a variety of ways including cyberbullying. And although we think of bullying as something that is done among the youth, the effects on the victim can carry well into adulthood and can even be a contributing factor in suicide.

According to counselor Barb Perusse, LPC who in her practice works closely with children, the biggest form of bullying she sees is through social media. “It is also common for kids to say mean things to others in the hallways at school or they go out of their way to exclude others,” she said.

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Perusse said she sees the non-stop social media as nothing short of dangerous. “We see people living what we perceive as a perfect life, and that simply is not true. We cannot and should not compare ourselves to others,” she said.

Each year, Roos shows a video to her students on how to stop bullying dead in its tracks. The video is presented by Brooks Gibbs, an awardwinning social skills educator who teaches students, parents and educators how to build emotional resilience and live by the Golden Rule.

So, what can we, as educators and parents, do to help reduce, and hopefully eliminate all together, this horrific practice?

Gibbs explains that sociologists have studied bullying for decades.

However, instead of referring to the act as bullying, they refer to it as dominance behavior. “When a bully picks on someone, they are trying to demonstrate their power over that person,” said Gibbs. And when the victim of bullying responds in anger, the aggressor thrives on that behavior.

Erin Roos is a teacher at Sandpoint High School in North Idaho. She teaches a mentorship class that is designed for upperclassmen who wish to be positive role models for the student body. Each mentor leads a multi-grade level group of students on topics pertinent to the social/ emotional and academic/career planning needs of teens on a monthly basis. And while all this has done a great deal to help the students, the reality is that the problem remains.

“Schools are teaching respect, acceptance and inclusion, but unfortunately bullying still exists,” said Roos.

Instead, said Gibbs, if the victim is resilient, emotionally strong and mentally tough, then no matter what the aggressor says, it will show them that they are not successful in their taunting. Gibbs explains that while some may believe it requires high self-esteem and self-confidence on the part of the victim to respond in such a way as “I don’t care what you say to me,” it is really more a game of winning and losing.

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“The way that they [victims] win is by not getting upset, and the bully will lose. And when people lose, they don’t like playing the game, so they just leave you alone,” explains Gibbs. “Don’t get upset no matter what the bully says. I’m not saying it’s easy, but in logic it’s very simple.”

He says the act of bullying is when people hurt one’s feelings. “Many people think of bullying as more complex than that. Some people think of bullying as an act of violence,” said Gibbs. But an act of violence, such as punching someone, is a crime, and by all means a person’s response to violence would naturally be to respond in anger, and they should report the crime. He warns that it is important to differentiate between the act of bullying and a crime of battery or assault.

When addressing how we, as a society, can help children who are victims of bullying, he encourages people to empower our youth. By empowering kids to solve their own social problems, Gibbs said three things occur: They grow in self-esteem, self-confidence and self-worth.

“All these words have one thing in common—the word ‘self.’ You cannot do it for the child; he or she has to do it for him or herself,” said Gibbs.

Parents should be aware of their child and his or her behaviors. Warning signs that your child is being bullied can be many, including: unexplained injuries, lost or destroyed personal property, frequent headaches or stomach aches, change in eating habits, difficulty sleeping, not wanting to go to school, a sudden loss of friends, decreased self-esteem and destructive behaviors including harming oneself.

“Social media is the new great frontier for bullying because it is so easy to hide behind a screen and say mean things,” said Roos. “Students are also unlikely to tell their parents or an adult if this is happening. I strongly encourage parents to notice their child’s mood before and after they are checking their social media and to talk to them about it. Parents should also be checking their child’s social media accounts regularly to see if any bullying is occurring.”

It is a complex and highly technological world in which children have to navigate these days. And while there is no easy answer to how we can put an end to bullying, Roos said it all boils down to this: “I believe the most valuable tools we can supply our kids with are self-confidence, self-love and assertiveness training,” she said.

By solving problems by themselves, children will grow in all these areas.

Last year in the connections class, Roos and the mentors discussed with the students what it means to be an upstander, as opposed to a bystander.

“On social media, this may look like posting a positive comment about someone after a bully has posted something hurtful. Or it could include telling the victim something you appreciate about them or what they do really well,” explained Roos. “This seems to be effective in shutting down the bully without causing more confrontation, as well as building up the bullied person.”

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“I STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PARENTS TO NOTICE THEIR CHILD’S MOOD BEFORE AND AFTER THEY ARE CHECKING THEIR SOCIAL MEDIA AND TO TALK TO THEM ABOUT IT. PARENTS SHOULD ALSO BE CHECKING THEIR CHILD’S SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS REGULARLY TO SEE IF ANY BULLYING IS OCCURRING.”

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Enough Already!

Nutrition myths that won’ t seem to go away

This is part one of a two-part series

By Kenny Markwardt, CSCS LET’S FACE IT, THERE ARE MANY MYTHS WHICH SURROUND OUR HEALTH. It’s not always easy to distinguish fact from fiction. Below I hope to clear up some of the confusion for you!

Carbs Are Bad I wrote about this subject recently, so I won’t go too far into this again, but contrary to current popular belief, carbohydrates are not inherently bad for you. Carbohydrates have a very important place in a well-rounded nutrition plan. They are your body’s preferred source of energy, especially in highintensity activities such as exercise. Eliminating carbohydrates because it’s the latest fad to do is unfounded. Weight loss is—and always will be—a factor of calories in versus calories out. Carbohydrates specifically are not the reason anyone is overweight. Study after study has shown that macronutrient ratio is not a factor in overall weight loss. There are pros and cons to each of protein, fat and carbohydrate, but specifically trying to remove any is just misguided.

Fat is Bad Before people were afraid of carbohydrates, they were afraid of fat. Even though the height of that wave was nearly two decades ago, the idea that fat is bad has still hung on fairly strong. Again, as with carbohydrates, fat is a very important part of a well-rounded diet. Your body needs fats for healthy hormone production and maintenance, so eliminating fats entirely is not a good idea either. I’ll say it again; weight loss is going to be a factor of calories in versus calories out, not because a certain macronutrient is making them fat.

Protein is Bad There’s a bit of a theme going here, but I think they’re all worth addressing. In general, most people are aware of the fact that protein intake is an important factor in any nutrition plan, but there are voices out there proclaiming

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I’ll say it again; weight loss is going to be a factor of calories in versus calories out, not because a certain macronutrient is making them fat.

that too much protein is bad for you, specifically in the realm of kidney health. This is largely due to one study that was later disproved. Protein is essential for tissue repair and overall health. Because of the available sources of protein, it is typically very hard to overeat, so it is generally a good idea to make protein intake your primary or secondary (after vegetables) goal for every meal of the day.

Salt is Bad This is an interesting one, as salt’s relationship to hypertension and kidney damage is typically more a correlation than causation. Salt itself is a very important mineral to maintain in your diet, so trying to eliminate it altogether is not a good idea. However, most highly processed foods are high in sodium, and most people who tend to eat highly processed foods have a penchant for other unhealthy foods that cause high blood pressure and kidney damage. So, though salt and high sodium intake seems to be a causation for people diagnosed with hypertension and poor kidney health, the takeaway is not to put down the salt shaker so much as it is to put down the hot dogs and potato chips.

Gluten is Bad Gluten’s evil has been propagated more and more lately, but as with the others above, it’s just not inherently

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bad, and while eliminating it has caused a great deal of people to lose weight and feel better, the reason they saw those results was not due to gluten itself but more because they were overeating the foods that gluten is found in. By eliminating gluten, you typically find yourself eating more meat and vegetables and therefore eat less processed foods, less sugar, drink less alcohol and overall eat less calories. Certainly, there are people with gluten intolerances or Celiac Disease, and those are very real issues. But not everyone needs to or should bother trying to eliminate gluten entirely.

Detoxes are Important and Effective Oh boy, if gluten’s relationship to the devil isn’t my favorite thing to roll my eyes at, it’s detoxes and cleanses.

These are some of the most incredibly popular and perpetuated scams around, and I applaud the creativity and gusto that must go into the creation of these ideas.

It amazes me that in the day and age of the Internet, people still think these are effective or a good idea.

Unfortunately, the vast majority (and possibly entirety) of detox supplement companies cannot even define or label the specific toxins they are targeting. Certainly, there are things that enter the body that are harmful and should be eliminated. The great thing is that we already have very powerful and effective tools for that task—the liver, kidneys and lungs. All of which greatly benefit from a well-rounded, nutritious diet, not a drastic elimination of all foods and a short-term introduction of lemonade, juices, apple cider vinegar or anything else. Eat a well-balanced diet, and you’ll be fine.

Making the New School Year a Success Tips to help your child thrive

BY DR. MASON OLTMAN, PEDIATRICS NORTHWEST

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s the new school year gears up, it is an important time to prepare your child for success. Ensuring that they are prepared and organized can lead to higher performance both academically and socially. Don’t just assume that things will be fine, as students these days face just as many, or more, pressures as you did in school. As a parent, you can help create a healthy academic home in which they thrive.

1. Nutrition before and during school affects performance Make sure your child eats at least some form of a healthy breakfast before the school day. Don't accept, "I'm not hungry.” Something as minor as a healthy bowl of cereal, toast or some pieces of fruit is better than no breakfast at all. Don’t let them choose a sugary breakfast, snacks or drinks! Consuming too much sugar can cause brain and body fatigue during the school day.

If your child requires medication for focusing and hyperactivity during the year, it is especially important to get them a healthy breakfast as these medications can reduce appetite throughout the day.

2. Sleep quality and quantity is important Most school-aged children need 10 to 11 hours of sleep a night! During the summer months, bedtime routines are often relaxed, so it is important to reestablish a consistent bedtime routine for the school year. Make sure the routine doesn’t include screen time (TV, video games, DVDs, cell phone games) in the hour prior to bedtime, as this will make it harder for children to fall asleep due to stimulation.

3. School attendance is a must Don't let kids stay home because they are too tired or don't feel well unless you think they truly need to see a doctor. A lot of times in the fall, anxiety can mimic not feeling well in the form of stomachaches, fatigue, etc. Ask your child about school and make sure nothing is happening that the teacher or principal needs to know about.

Come up with healthy reward plans for getting children to go to school. Reaching out to the school counselor or school psychologist might also be of benefit.

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5. Help them get organized Feeling left out by not having the right supplies is a stressful feeling for a young student. Make sure they are properly prepared with needed school supplies and have a clear way to write down assignments and due dates. When children keep up academically early in the year, it instills confidence that they are smart and can achieve great things during the school year.

If your child is attending a new school, do a trial run of going to the new school the week before to familiarize them with the campus and classroom locations so that they are not lost and flustered on day one.

Students these days face just as many, or more, pressures as you did in school. As a parent, you can help create a healthy academic home in which they thrive.

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HEALTH & LIFESTYLE

Find Your State of Balance CAN REST BE A HEALTHIER OPTION THAN A WORKOUT?

BY JENNIFER WIGGLESWORTH

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hen one thinks about optimizing one’s health, working out and eating right come to mind first and foremost. What if we began to look at health differently, with a more mindful approach? This can be mind-blowing at first, but research demonstrates how beneficial moments of quiet can be for one’s health. Rest and deeper awareness of the mind’s connection to the body may possibly be just as, if not more, important than the high-energy workouts one is typically drawn to.

effects the exercises have within the mindto-body connection. For example, poses like Shavasana lead students to release their minds of all thoughts to deeper connect to a state of restfulness and relaxation within their bodies.

High-intensity workouts remain to be a handsdown amazing way to formulate a healthy lifestyle. They raise heart rates, burn calories and create overall muscular strength. These workouts provide instant endorphin rushes and can be extremely addicting. Overall, these workouts are positive, and undeniably effective, ways to be healthy. However, more often than not, these workouts formulate around ideas of “getting it done.” When framed this way, the mind views the workout as another task to do rather than a crucial part of one’s lifestyle. Although there’s nothing wrong with this, creating balance of workout with mind-body connections can be more beneficial overall.

A restful getaway is a healthy way to let go, focus on breathing and release the mind of busyness.

Although some vacations spiral into more work than one’s actual life, focusing on wellness can be a healthy way to transcend. A retreat that harnesses health and wellness, where rest and relaxation are in mind, are the getaways that promote a healthy rest and relaxation process.

These retreats are like life’s “breath of fresh air.”

They take one away from day-to-day life into a place of serenity, almost above what seems natural. And, who doesn’t desire that?

Reframing one’s view toward an everyday workout can add value to what one’s currently doing, and possibly be even healthier. Instead of simply getting it done, it’s important to create intentional awareness of opening the mind and connecting the breath to the body. Workouts that traditionally exhibit this practice, like yoga and Pilates, are known for the powerful

IT’S IMPORTANT TO CREATE INTENTIONAL AWARENESS OF OPENING THE MIND AND CONNECTING THE BREATH TO THE BODY. WORKOUTS ... LIKE YOGA AND PILATES, ARE KNOWN FOR THE POWERFUL EFFECTS THE EXERCISES HAVE WITHIN THE MIND-TOBODY CONNECTION.

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The workout arena is simply one environment where rest toward a healthier lifestyle can be found. Vacations or retreats allow for another form of rest and relaxation. Depending on the vacation or retreat, a getaway can be just what the body needs.

As previously mentioned, by reframing health in lieu of rest and lifestyle rather than a daily push of high intensity, one may gain a healthier overall life. Balance is always key. It is important to find an exercise that make sense for one’s life, as well as healthy eating plans that work within one’s lifestyle. However, to truly find a state of balance health, one must find rest. Rest and relaxation will bring one peace of mind, give the body a physical break and refresh the mindbody connection for what comes next.

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FEATURE STORY

Five Happy Hearts Traveling

the World

Home is where your family is

BY JILLIAN CHANDLER PHOTOS COURTESY OF AMY HOFFMAN FORD

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raveling the world. It's something many of us dream of doing but only few ever get the chance. And for one Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, mom and her four children, they have taken their world travels to a new level. Amy Hoffman-Ford, a woman’s health nurse practitioner and single mom of four, has helped to open her children’s eyes to the world. Not through books, photographs or films, but by immersing them into the cultures themselves.

Over the years, Amy traveled alone to Africa to underdeveloped and untouched areas all over the vast continent to serve women and children in need. These were the only times that she has been separated from her children. Her weeks abroad only added to her passion for the world and its people and helping others. “During the time spent away I started having visions of 'one day' bringing my children along so that they, too, could experience, live and love on others in need like I have. I have always told friends and family, ‘I can't wait until the day I bring the kids with me!’ Several trips later, it hit me hard and fast. Why on Earth do I need to wait until 'later’? The time is now.”

Amy and her children, Emma, 15, Bennett, (now 14, having celebrated a birthday in Sri Lanka), Hudson, (now 12, having celebrated a birthday in Fiji and Bali) and Mara, 8, set out on this journey in late January on a one-way around-the-world humanitarian journey to volunteer and open their hearts to wherever there was a need. The preparations were endless, with months of planning to prepare for their journey across the world.

With four children in three different schools within Kootenai County, the school district showed their support from day one for this “world schooling” adventure the children would soon embark on, all while helping those in need.

Along their journey, which includes 96,269+ kilometers traveled, 28 planes rides and 51 accommodations, they’ve had a variety of handson learning experiences: from astrology (at an observatory in Australia where they had the opportunity to see stars millions of light years away), culinary (cooking classes and sampling), archeology (digging for fossils, in which Mara found some dated 550 million years old!), history (seeing knights’ armor from 1810 in person and sleeping in a 16th Century Kasbah and getting lost in the twists and turns of the thick mud walls), zoology (rehabbing elephants in Thailand and Africa), herbology and farming (working on a tea plantation), aviation (getting to meet the pilot and sit in the cockpit of each of their flights, and Bennett helped land the plane on one of their international flights), maritime (learning how to read the wind, navigate the ocean and sail), geography, currency, politics and more. And there was, of course, PE daily. There’s nothing like hiking

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the Great Wall of China with your family to get your heart rate up.

During their five-month volunteering world journey, Amy has watched her children interact with all races, cultures and ages, only walking alongside them, not in front of them. “I have watched them hoist paraplegics into and out of sailboats to volunteer days afloat our earth’s ocean waters. I have watched them fill woven baskets full of tea leaves lending a hand on a plantation and living on a Buddhist monk monastery.

I have watched them serve the needy at a program called REFOOD which upcycles unused or a surplus of grocery stores’ rations. I have witnessed them having full on conversations with groups of locals and only smiles, gestures and drawing pictures were the mode of communication as stories unfold and are shared. I have witnessed my children walk with elephants, the gentle giants in the northern forests of Thailand, without any gates or chains to separate both species nor signing any waivers to do such. I have heard locals call these children ‘their children’ like their own.

Amy reflects back on taking the children to Bumi Sehat; a world-famous birthing clinic and meeting the founder, an American. “Anyone who knows me knows this is my second passion, besides raising my children, is helping women and children,” she says. “My children asked the founder such brilliant and thought-provoking questions, and they also knew deep down how important this one day along the journey was for me. It brought tears to my eyes when Hudson got to hold a newborn baby, born just the evening before, both of them sharing the same birthday.”

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FEATURE STORY Along this journey, the definition of “home” changed for this family. Some may say home is where the Wi-Fi is or where you hang your hat, but not for Amy and her children. Throughout this journey, they have discovered that home is where your heart is at; home is made up of the people who give you life and make you smile, where welcoming hearts and love live.

“When we were in Cape Town, South Africa, my mom took us to one of the many common townships which she has frequently volunteered at delivering babies in her past journeys,” says Emma. “A township is where the poorest of the poor people live together in a community made up of tin, cardboard and stolen electricity. In the streets, trash is thrown everywhere, kids run around barefoot, even with the hundreds of broken glass bottles on the ground, yet, they were still smiling and happy. This made me think, why, with the way they live, the things they don’t have, how do they still smile and love on one another like they won’t see tomorrow? Witnessing this first hand made me realize that you don’t need much in life.

That is one of the many things that I have learned while on this world journey.”

Amy says that observing her children discover their world and watching these discoveries through their eyes and seeing them trust in themselves was her greatest souvenir.

“When you want so desperately for your children to understand the ways of the world, appreciate what they have, be grateful, be kind, be patient, be loving, have moments with their creator, and you try to teach them

Amy says that observing her children discover their world and watching these discoveries through their eyes and seeing them trust in themselves was her greatest souvenir.

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Countries visited: Fiji Australia Indonesia Singapore Thailand China Sri Lanka United Arab Emirates Kenya Rwanda

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these things and show them the ways, and then the lightbulb goes off in your soul; they are finding these things within themselves—all on their own.”

During the closure of the last weeks, as Amy and her children gathered around their nightly family meal, and while tears were shed, not one of them wanted to return. Now, as their journey has come to a close, Amy says this: “I can say that putting myself through graduate school for a double masters, raising four kids on my own since the youngest was in diapers and everything in between … We rocked this! This came from the strength within. I can finally say something positive about myself, which is reflected from the souls of my children’s hearts; I successfully got my children one full rotation around our Earth. We did it!”

If asked if she would do it all over again, the answer is an overwhelming “Yes!” As Amy smiles, “Our five happy hearts are now quilted around the world together, and we can’t wait to blanket our woven love all over Mother Earth again!”

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Experience PROCTOR

By Anneli Fogt Photos By Anneli Fogt and Courtesy of the Proctor Farmers’ Market

AN ESTIMATED 10,000 PEOPLE CONVERGED on Tacoma’s Proctor District earlier this summer for the 18th annual Proctor Arts Fest—the city’s largest celebration of its kind. Complete with music, vendors and offerings from dozens of local artists, the festival is one way the district is reaching out to a burgeoning community. As Seattle continues to grow and people move further south to escape rising living costs, Pierce County’s population has seen a bump of its own. Last year, 17,000 more people moved to the county than the year prior. And the growth is being felt in the Proctor District. With new apartments under construction, older businesses closing their doors and new ones opening in their place, the district is on the cusp of a population leap of its own. Now, district leaders are wondering how to balance the district’s history with its need to modernize.

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An Exercise in Change Proctor District residents ponder future of village

By Anneli Fogt Photos By Anneli Fogt and Courtesy of the Proctor Farmers’ Market

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ric Vasquez is 13 and a business owner.

The Mason Middle School eighth grader runs his Lego shop, Connect the Brick, out of a 72-square-foot enclave within The Pacific Northwest Shop building in Tacoma’s Proctor District. Three years ago, the then 10-year-old’s entrepreneurial spirit hooked the building’s owner, longtime Proctor businessman Bill Evans. Bill chose Eric as a tenant from a list of more than a dozen applicants.

“It’s so important in the context of our urban village to have a diverse mix of businesses,” Bill explained when asked about why he chose Eric to occupy the space.

“There’s all these fun little businesses who couldn’t afford to be on main street.”

Bill’s building on the corner of North Proctor and North 27th streets holds more than six of these “fun little businesses,” including Eric’s Lego shop, a Buddhist center, a tattoo shop, multiple counseling and doctor’s offices, and his wife’s Proctor Mercantile shop.

It’s just one example of the supportive community that he says makes the Proctor District so special. He experienced it himself 40 years ago when he was opening his business.

Bill recalls seeing the ad announcing the sale of the building he now owns in a Saturday newspaper in the 1970s and asking his neighbor, Proctor doctor George Maca, to help him purchase the place. George happily signed on and Bill opened his shop at 2702 North Proctor Street in the early 1980s.

Bill is not alone in his thinking. Kelly Hale, president of the Proctor Business District Association, made a similar observation about the importance of distinctive businesses in an April 2018 The News Tribune article.

“Just overall, I think the experience that you have is very unique here in Proctor,” she told The News Tribune. “We have the support of the neighborhood, and I think we have unique merchants and merchandise here within our footprint.”

As one of the 15 neighborhood business districts recognized by the city of Tacoma, the Proctor District, which stretches along North Proctor Street between

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As one of the 15 neighborhood business districts recognized by the city of Tacoma, the Proctor District ... does indeed feature an assortment of small, independently owned businesses.

North 25th and North 28th streets, does indeed feature an assortment of small, independently owned businesses. Aside from the two grocery stores that anchor the district, a doughnut shop and a few clothing stores, there are no chain retailers. An assortment of restaurants—from award-winning family owned Italian joints Europa Bistro and Pomodoro, to the Peaks and Pints taproom and standby Knapp’s Restaurant—coexist with stores that feature work by local artisans. The Proctor Art Gallery, Jasmika, and Sonja’s Clothing showcase Tacoma talent while retailers such as Wag Pet Market, Playback Sports and Culpepper Books serve those living the dog-doting, outdoors-loving lifestyle synonymous with the Pacific Northwest.

In addition to the district’s businesses, a vibrant weekly farmers market operating under the motto “Eat Fresh. Buy Local. Build Community.” attracts more than 50 vendors every Saturday from March through December. And for the past 18 years, the annual Proctor Arts Fest, the city’s largest event of its kind, has aimed to provide a free, accessible and celebratory experience of the arts for the public. This year, the early August street fair brought roughly 10,000 visitors for live music, entertainment and local art sales.

It all adds up to serve the needs of the area, which is home to a diverse mix of families, retired people, college students and a growing population of young 20-something professionals. “It’s a lot younger now,” Bill’s granddaughter Anya Evans, who helps to run The Pacific Northwest Shop, said recently of the Proctor District’s population. She referenced the district’s two new apartment complexes, perhaps the most noticeable changes to the district in recent years, as a possible reason for the shift in

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demographics. In 2016, the six-story Proctor Station Apartments opened on North Proctor Street, just north of Bill’s storefront. A second similarly sized building, Madison25, is currently under construction at the southern end of the district and is expected to begin taking residents this fall.

Tacoma’s growth was a trend predicted years ago as Seattle home prices began to skyrocket. In 2017, Pierce County’s growth ranked 26th in the nation. “A little more than 17,000 people arrived here in 2017 than the prior year,” a March 2018 The News Tribune article indicates.

Now that the changes have made their way to Proctor, city leaders and district residents are looking ahead. The new construction is in unique company as the Proctor District is also home to the state’s oldest continuously operating movie theater and bowling alley, and Tacoma’s only video rental store and children’s toy store. For both Bill and Kelly, the question ruling the future of the district is how to blend Proctor’s historical and beloved businesses with the new population and its needs.

“We have to be able to be adaptable and flexible to opportunities of change while still holding onto the traditional entities,” Hale told The News Tribune in April.

Bill agrees.

“The word ‘change’ isn’t bad,” he says. “There will always be change, but the community has to be organized and has to plan for future growth without destroying the past.”

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Vernon, British Columbia Where you can enjoy your American Discount STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARGUERITE CLEVELAND

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ernon, British Columbia, is not on most people’s radar as a vacation destination, and that is what makes it so special. Set in the heart of Canada’s Okanagan Valley, this lovely area is known for its lakes, fruit orchards, world-class wineries and rolling hills. As summer’s warm temperatures begin to cool, the shoulder season in September is a perfect time to visit. Enjoy activities like mountain biking at SilverStar Mountain Resort and stand-up paddleboarding without the crowds; eat at farm-to-table restaurants which highlight the bounty of the fall harvest; and tour historical attractions and family friendly farms. You will also get to enjoy what the locals call the American discount. The current exchange rate is very favorable to the U.S. dollar. One USD is worth about $1.30 in Canadian currency and has been for the last six months. This works out to a 30 percent discount on your trip, and you’ll find prices in Vernon much less than the tourist destinations of Whistler, Victoria and Vancouver.

Where to Stay Vernon has a variety of places to stay from resorts on the nearby lakes, chain hotels in town and vacation rentals. One local place that really stands out is the Vernon Lodge and Conference Center centrally located in the heart of Vernon and walking distance to many downtown restaurants and shops. The hotel has a beautiful three-story atrium with a natural stream incorporated into the design, which flows through the atrium surrounded by more than 1,000 plants. Soak in the pool or hot tub with the sounds of the creek trickling by. The Lodge Kitchen restaurant and bar are located in the atrium as well and make a good location for a first night in town meal.

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SEPTEMBER MARKS THE BEGINNING OF THE SOCKEYE SALMON RUN, AND 2018 IS A DOMINANT YEAR WHICH MEANS THERE WILL BE A LOT OF SALMON. THE SOCKEYE SALMON ARE BRIGHT RED WITH GREEN HEADS, MAKING THEM EASILY VISIBLE IN THE WATER.

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Where to Eat The Okanagan Valley is foodie heaven where fresh bountiful produce, handcrafted cheeses and meats are turned into delectable meals made by local chefs. Choices abound from a bus station restaurant, a downtown locals’ favorite, to winery bistros with stunning views. Take a tasting tour and stock up as you go for the ultimate picnic.

The Chase Winery and Garden Bistro is on the Scenic Sip Trail, a group of eight wineries in Lake Country who joined together to promote this beautiful area. The Garden Bistro is an excellent place for lunch. Dine on a patio with views of the vineyard, orchards, Okanagan Lake and the surrounding mountains. This farm-to-table restaurant features a ½-acre organic vegetable garden. Chef Alex Lavroff designs the menu to showcase local flavors which complement the Chase wines. Each menu item has a suggested wine pairing.

You’d never guess the Greyhound Bus Station would have one of the best breakfasts in Vernon. Eatology is a popular local café with the crowds to prove it. Service works a little differently here; you que up to the counter to order your breakfast and then are seated. There is always a line but the tables turn over quickly as if everyone knows they need to share this

great place without lingering overly long. Once seated, our food arrived promptly and my coffee cup was never left empty. The food was so good, not overly fancy but just good ingredients freshly prepared. Chicken and waffles were yummy but it was a hard decision as everything coming out of the kitchen looked delicious. Well worth a stop.

Midtown Bistro is where the locals go to eat dinner. It is famous for its charcuterie boards. Each one is a work of art. Local meats and cheeses are surrounded with fresh-cut vegetables, fruit, a house-made dip, French bread and crackers adorned with edible flowers and herbs. It truly is a sight to behold. Enjoy with a handcrafted cocktail. The menu is a fresh take on comfort food. Think a gourmet version of meatloaf with mac and cheese. At the bottom of the menu is a list of all the local places Midtown Bistro sources their ingredients from. Truly a memorable meal.

Things to Do September marks the beginning of the sockeye salmon run, and 2018 is a dominant year, which means there will be a lot of salmon. The sockeye salmon are bright red with green heads, making them easily visible in the water. Elements Adventure Company offers a unique way to see the fall salmon run. Take a guided Voyageur Canoe Tour. Often referred to

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This lovely area is known for its lakes, fruit orchards, world-class wineries and rolling hills.

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The Specifics WHERE TO STAY Vernon Lodge and Conference Center VernonLodge.com

WHERE TO EAT The Chase Wines and Garden Bistro TheChaseWines.com Eatology Facebook.com/EatologyVernon Midtown Bistro MidtownBistro.ca

THINGS TO DO SilverStar Mountain Resort SkiSilverStar.com Elements Adventures Company Salmon Tour ElementsAdventures.com Kalavida Surf Shop KalavidaSurfShop.com Historic O’Keefe Ranch Okeeferanch.ca Planet Bee PlanetBee.com Davison Orchards DavisonOrchards.ca BX Press Cidery TheBXPress.com

Take in the scenery!

as Big Canoes, they have a history. The Voyageur Canoes were copied from the canoes built by First Nations Peoples. They were paddled by the Voyageurs, French Canadians, who were fur trappers. Each modern canoe holds up to 11 adults or 15 kids, and it takes at least four adults to launch the 250-pound boat. The tours are led by Paddle Canada certified instructors, and you will get to view the salmon at one of their spawning grounds while also learning some canoeing skills.

Take time to stop in the Kalavida Surf Shop, which has the vibes of a Hawaiian surf shop. Although there are no waves on Kalamalka Lake, this area has become one of the top destinations in Canada for stand-up paddleboarding or SUP. The extended shallow entry lake makes for nice warm water even into September. If you want to paddle as a group, check out the 17-foot Kracken, which holds six to 10 paddlers. Kalamalka Lake makes for a very scenic paddle. Many locals just paddle out and then relax on their boards while taking in the scenery.

The Historic O’Keefe Ranch is a step back in time to the early settlers of the Okanagan Valley. The ranch was founded in 1867 at the end of the wagon road at the site of the stagecoach depot. It became a self-contained small town with a post office, blacksmith, grist mill, general store and a church. Today many of the old buildings still exist and can be explored on a self-guided tour. There is an interesting collection of farm equipment and other museum exhibits. Admission includes a 20-minute tour of the

O’Keefe mansion. Children will enjoy all the farm animals and exploring the corn maze. There is a restaurant on site and a gift shop filled with local products. It is very easy to fill half a day or more.

The Okanagan Valley is known for its orchards and farms. You can’t really experience the area without visiting some of them. To learn more about where food comes from, make sure to visit Planet Bee which has a bustling bee hive you can observe from in the shop and learn about honey, mead and the importance of bees to the agricultural community.

Davison Orchards has been a family farm for over 80 years. This bustling complex has a store, a restaurant and bakery utilizing farm-fresh produce, a playground and offers farm tours with samples of produce right where it is grown. What is old is new again at BX Press Cidery, where the cider is natural, crisp and refreshing served with a bit of history of the thirdgeneration apple growers and the cider.

For more information on Vernon, British Columbia, and to help you plan your own trip, make sure to visit TourismVernon.com. This website has a wealth of information on lodging, restaurants and things to do. Take a few minutes to answer the questions on the Explorer Quotient or EQ. This quiz helps determine what type of traveler you are based on your personal beliefs, social values and view of the world. Knowing your EQ can help you plan a trip fitted to your traveling personality.

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8th Annual Edmonds Classic: Car and Motorcycle Show has arrived

BY BETH BOND PHOTO COURTESY OF EDMONDS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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ime to get out the poodle felt skirt, saddle shoes and the leather jacket because Downtown Edmonds becomes a scene from “American Graffiti.” Classic cars of the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s will be waxed to perfection and on display Sunday, September 9.

The more than 300 cars exhibited have been lovingly restored to their original glory, and no expense has been spared. Replaced parts are original, and when those weren’t available, some owners have become mechanics and engineered specialized parts to fit where needed. This is especially true of the hot rods and custom cars on display. One gal, dressed to adorn a ’55 T-Bird, told me her husband spends so much time and money on this “baby” it’s more like his “mistress”! But, Betty said, “I’m not jealous. These shows are a lot of fun.”

Greg Urban, president of the Edmonds Chamber of Conference, is proud of the fact these cars are not trailered in for the show. “They are wellloved and driven.” These owners have a lot of pride in their cars and often have great stories to tell about the history of their vehicles. For instance, the Hearse from “Nile Nightmares Haunted House” will park next to participants from Diamond T Trucks and Hanks’ Rod Shop on the other side.

This is truly a family event, as the Edmonds Theater will screen a free

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G-rated movie, and The North Church will once again host a delicious pancake breakfast. There is also a hot rod race sponsored by the Boy Scouts, where little ones can hammer together blocks of wood and wheels to “race” on a ramp. Entertainment, in keeping with the ‘60s theme, will be provided by “Elvis,” and there will be refreshments from Sweet Wheels and Pop’s Kettle Corn.

This year, motorcycles have been invited to participate, so Motorcycle Ministry will put in an appearance. Don’t miss the fun at the Edmonds Classic: Cars and Motorcycles show on Sunday, September 9, 10am to 4pm. It’s too cool to be square!

THESE OWNERS HAVE A LOT OF PRIDE IN THEIR CARS AND OFTEN HAVE GREAT STORIES TO TELL ABOUT THE HISTORY OF THEIR VEHICLES.

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Bainbridge Island Quilt Festival ~ Sept. 8 Septemberfest - Bremerton ~ Sept. 8 Manette Fest - Bremerton ~ Sept. 8 Gig Harbor Open Studio Tour ~ Sept. 14 -16 Poulsbo Chris Craft Rendezvous ~ Sept. 14-16 Keyport Fest ~ Sept. 15 Biketoberfest - Port Gamble ~ Sept. 22

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Low-Country Boil COURTESY OF CHEF TROY LOUIS CHANDLER YIELDS 6 TO 8 SERVINGS

For the boil

Ingredients: • 2 lemons, halved • 10 cloves of garlic, smashed • 3 bay leaves • 6 whole cloves • 2 tbsp. kosher salt • 1 tbsp. coriander seeds • 1 tbsp. mustard seeds • 1 tbsp. dill seeds • 1 tbsp. whole allspice • 2 tsp. black peppercorns • 2 tsp. red chili flakes • 2 tsp. cayenne pepper • 3 lbs. small new potatoes

method: • Fill a large stock pot half way with water. (If you have a pot with a perforated insert with a handle, life will be a lot easier. I use an inexpensive 10 gallon pot meant for frying turkeys.)

• On high heat, add all of the above ingredients (squeezing the lemons) and bring to a ragin’ Cajun boil. (I like to do this outside. Inside is OK but it will create some authentic down south humidity.)

• Turn the heat down to where your broth is just moving around in anticipation of what is about to happen in “the next step.”

the next step

Ingredients: • 6 ears of shucked corn, cut in halves • 2 sweet yellow onions, peeled and quartered • 1-2 lbs. andouille or kielbasa sausage, cut into 2-inch pieces on the bias • 1 lb. shrimp, shell on for flavor (I use 16-20s) • 1 lb. Mediterranean mussels • 1 lb. steamer clams • 2 lbs. snow crab legs

method: • Check that the potatoes are done by piercing them with a knife.

• Put all of the above ingredients into your boil and let simmer until the clams and mussels open.

• While this magic is happening, cover a large table with newspaper. On the table have crab crackers or zippers, hot sauce like Crystal or Tabasco, a roll or three of napkins, a big bucket to discard shells in (it’s fun to watch people miss as they are so consumed with their next find), small mallets, lemon butter, cocktail sauce and a shaker of a Cajun spice like Zatarain’s.

• Strain the boil and dump the whole kitchen ka-boodle onto your prepared table.

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SOUTHERN PECANBOURBON BREAD PUDDING Courtesy of Chef Troy Louis Chandler Serves 6 While I’m not the biggest dessert person on the big blue marble, I cannot pass up two things … ever—pecan pie and bread pudding. There is something about these rich Southern desserts that bring me back to my childhood, that lets me know that a hard day has come to a beautiful finish.

It’s time to sit back and enjoy the last of whatever today had to offer. With that being said, here is a recipe that has the best of both worlds. If your bread is not stale, you can leave it out in the open air overnight. The reason for stale or dry bread is that it will readily accept all of your liquid ingredients perfectly.

INGREDIENTS For the Bread Pudding • • • • •

1 1/2 cups palm (or brown) sugar 5 eggs, beaten 2 cups whole milk 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 3 cups stale bread, cubed (Italian, baguette, sourdough, it’s up to you, experiment) • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, softened • 1 cup chopped pecans

METHOD • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan.

• Mix together granulated sugar, eggs and milk in a bowl. Add vanilla.

• Pour over cubed bread and let sit for 10 minutes.

• In another bowl, mix and crumble together brown sugar, butter and pecans.

• Pour bread mixture into prepared pan.

Sprinkle brown sugar mixture over the top and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until set.

Remove from oven.

INGREDIENTS For the Sauce • • • • •

1 cup palm (or brown) sugar 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted 4 egg yolks, beaten 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/4 cup bourbon

METHOD • Mix together the sugar, butter, egg and vanilla in a saucepan over medium-low heat.

(You can do this over higher heat if you use a double boiler).

• Stir together until the sugar is melted.

• Add the brandy, stirring well.

• Pour over bread pudding and serve.

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• 6 oz. of sun tea • 2 oz. bourbon • 1 quarter lemon

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t’s nearly impossible to hit everything at the Washington State Fair! But with more than three weeks of opportunities, if you don’t get everything done in one trip, there is certainly time for another. The Fair returns to Puyallup, as it has for more than a century, with this year’s fun taking place August 29 through September 23.

Some come for the rides, others for the entertainment. Many plan to gorge themselves on delicious fair foods while some just enjoy finding a bench and watching the people go by. No matter what you’re looking for, the fair is sure to have it all in 2018.

Concerts are always a big draw, and that will be no exception this season. The lineup this year provides a mix of all music genres including Chicago, Florida Georgia Line, Toby Keith, Macklemore, Seal, Boy George and many more. You’ll also find Dancing in the Dirt Parties after the dust settles during Rodeo

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Kids will have every opportunity for up-close and interactive fun. While a look at all the barn animals is always a hit, kids can also experience the Discover the Dinosaurs exhibit, be wowed by a Cirque du Soleil Equestrian stunt show or jump inside the world’s largest inflatable bounce castle.

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Dirndls, lederhosen, beer, brats and Bavarian music fill the Festhalle Biergarten, Washington’s largest Munich-style beer hall. Revelers drink, dance, play games and go all out for one of the most fun weekends of the year.

Be sure to come hungry, as the food takes center stage at this Oktoberfest. Traditional German fare like Schnitzel, potato salad and bratwurst are accompanied by various other meats, savories and sweets. You’ll want to quench your thirst and won’t have trouble finding refreshments with taps all over the grounds. Wine and cider are also available as are nonalcoholic drinks for kids and designated drivers.

If your competitive side starts heating up, there are plenty of ways to test your skills against others. The Bier-lympics include events like stein holding and brat toss. Hammerschlagen is an always popular event in which contestants gather around a wooden stump and attempt to drive a nail fully into it using the least amount of swings. The wiener dogs will be racing, and you’ll also find traditional German dance and other performances. Children can take part in the ½-mile Root Beer Run and enjoy face-painting, scavenger hunts and pumpkin decorating at Kinderfest.

Tickets can be purchased in advance at OktoberfestNW.com. General admission, Fest Stein and Bier, and special VIP packages are also available. Get ready to raise your stein alongside thousands all out to have a great time.

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REAL COOL WHEELS & HEELS ANNUAL GALA

SEPTEMBER 8

WASHINGTON STATE FAIR

America’s Automotive Trust‘s largest fundraiser, you’ll be surrounded by 17 rare and historically significant BMW motorsports vehicles while enjoying delicious hors d’oeuvres and plated dinner by Tom Douglas Restaurants. The event includes silent and live auctions, a firework display and Montecristo cigar lounge.

Contact Reagan.

Bender@aat.org for more information.

AmericasCarMuseum.org.

NORTHWEST AMERICAN MUSCLE CAR SHOW

AUGUST 29 - SEPTEMBER 23

SEPTEMBER 8

Hosted by Northwest GTO Legends and held at Griot’s Garage Flagship Retail Store, the sixth annual Northwest American Muscle Car Show will take place 8am to 3:30pm and feature American Muscle cars from 1961 to the present with awards in more than 25 categories. Pre-registration is $20 and post-registration is $25. Register your car online at NorthwestLegends. com.

For 20 days each September, Washington gathers in Puyallup to enjoy educational exhibits, free entertainment and shows, delicious food, wild rides, 4-H and FFA competitions, top-name concerts and fun for the whole family. Come out, make memories and celebrate long-standing traditions. Tickets for concerts, admission, rides and more are available for purchase online! TheFair. com

10TH ANNUAL STADIUM ART, WINE & BEER WALK

SEPTEMBER 8 Stroll the beautiful historic Stadium District 4 to 8pm and take in the beautiful local art, sample wines, local craft beer and tasty bites, and enjoy the local music talent in our community! The Wine Garden will have music from 4 to 8pm with many other performers throughout the district! There will also be a raffle to support Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. Purchase event tickets at BrownPaperTickets.com.

DOG GONE RUN AND POOCH POOL PARTY

FALL WEDDING EXPO

SEPTEMBER 8 Grab your pooch and join in the fun at the Run and Pooch Pool Party, featuring a 2-mile run from 8 to 8:30am, followed by a pool party, for runners only, 8:30 to 9:30am, where your four-legged friends can paddle around with other dogs, lunge through the Lazy River and splash in the sprayground!

Register at MetroParksTacoma.org/races or call 253.305.1022.

SEPTEMBER 8 & 9 Stop by the Tacoma Dome 9:30am to 3pm both days for the 2018 Tacoma Fall Wedding Expo. There will be hundreds of gowns to try on, fashion show, and numerous wedding vendors and professionals in one place! Gather ideas for a wedding, compare vendors and chat with professionals to help make your big day a success! Admission is $16 per person, and children 12 and younger are free.

BridesClub.com/Tacoma-Fall-Wedding-Expo

2018 SEASON

CENTURYLINK FIELD September 1 vs. Sporting Kansas City, 1pm September 19 vs. Philadelphia Union, 8pm September 29 vs. Colorado Rapids, 1pm October 5 vs. Houston Dynamo, 3pm

SEATTLE SOUNDERS

October 28 vs. San Jose Earthquakes, 1:30pm

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ENTERTAINMENT

THE GRAND CINEMA SHOWING IN SEPTEMBER 09/08 - ARIZONA 09/11 - THE CATCHER WAS A SPY 09/13 - GIRL WITH A PEARL EARRING 09/14 - THE WIFE 09/15 - SHAUN THE SHEEP MOVIE 09/15 - COFFY 09/18 - SLEEP DEALER 09/21 - FAHRENHEIT 11/9 09/22 -SCHLOCK 09/26 - BAD REPUTATION 09/28 - PICK OF THE LITTER

SEPT.

6TH ANNUAL MOON FESTIVAL DOWNTOWN TO DEFIANCE 2018

SEPTEMBER 9 Downtown to Defiance is inspired by a vision of a connected trail between Downtown Tacoma and Point Defiance.

During this annual open streets event hosted by the City of Tacoma 9am to 2pm, enjoy shared street space by foot, bike or other human-powered mode. The event takes place along 6.5 miles of closed streets between South 21st Street Park and the Waterwalk at Point Ruston. Be sure to look for activities and good eats along the way.

DowntownToDefiance.com

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Head to Tacoma Chinese Reconciliation Park Saturday, September 15, 1 to 7pm, for this year’s Moon Festival.

At this free community event, you’ll be treated to music, dance and Chinese culture, food and art vendors, hands-on activities for all ages, tea tastings, and a beer and wine garden. At the end of the festival, the Moon Princess will lead a parade of lanterns. Find out more at TacomaChinesePark.org.

Check out TacomaLivingLocal.com for more events and information!

PEACE PRIZE LAUREATE BANQUET

September 20 Greater Tacoma Peace Prize Annual Laureate Recognition Banquet. Held at Pacific Lutheran University, the banquet honors 2018 Greater Tacoma Peace Prize Laureate, Melannie Cunningham (peace and racial reconciliation). Entertainment and a meal served by PLU’s excellent catering staff is included in the ticket price of $60 per person. Doors open at 5:30pm, and the program will begin at 6:30pm. EventBrite.com

REBEL JUNK VINTAGE MARKET

September 28 & 29 Rebel Junk Vintage market is a community of the finest vendors in the area! They will be at The Tacoma Dome Friday, September 28, 6 to 9pm and Saturday, September 29, 10am to 4pm, selling the best hand-crafted and handpicked vintage goods and wares! Tickets are $15 for Friday night early VIP access (and all weekend) and $8 general admission is Saturday. RebelJunk.com

HEALTHY LOVE HEALTHY HEART 5K

UPCOMING EVENTS

Oct. 1-31 - Tacoma Arts Month Oct. 5 - Tacoma Greek Festival Oct. 11-14 - Tacoma Fall RV Show Oct. 13 - The Gallery Defiance 50k, 30k, 15k Oct. 13 - Celebration of Hope Auction Oct. 18-21 - Holiday Food & Gift Festival Oct. 20 - Ignite the Light: A Fundraising Gala Oct. 30 - South Sound Summit

TACOMA OKTOBERFEST 2018

September 29

September 29

Join the community at Point Ruston as YWCA Pierce County supporters and runners from all over the Puget Sound area will celebrate healthy love and participate in a family friendly 5k and fun run, all while raising money for a great cause. The event takes place 8 to 10am. Find out more and register online at App.MobileCause.com/vf/HealthyLove.

Be prepared for an outstanding lineup of Oktoberfest brews, fabulous food, Hammerschlagen and some new games this year.

Held 2pm to midnight, admission is free, and VIP packages are available for $20 online at DystopianState.com and include a commemorative 1 liter stein and a drink ticket. This event is family friendly.

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