Taylored Living Magazine | FW2022

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Editor’s Note

By Mary Taylor Founder, Chief Visionary Officer & Editor

The concept of “splendor” truly exists in the eye of the beholder. Those who choose to consistently see and seek the brighter side of things naturally embrace the splendor all around them. There’s brilliance in the ordinary when one is intentional about acknowledging its existence.

Splendor is just as much a sense to be savored as it is a state of mind: feeling a crisp breeze as it tickles the back of the neck, listening to the rustle of autumn leaves as they fall to the earth and scatter, or observing the transition of light to elongated shadows during dusk are all uniquely splendid senses and are meant to be relished.

In this issue, the team at TLM sought splendor in a variety of ways: from a simple and savory fudge recipe on page 49, to an interview with four uniquely different and inspiring generations of women as they discuss the splendor of aging on page 58, there’s wonder, joy, and brilliance to be found throughout this special edition. Simple splendors that we often take for granted, such our hands, deserve tender rejuvenation and perhaps a

brilliant shade of red nail polish that we recommend on page 17. More planned out and intentional splendors, like bringing a European dining experience to the heart of Kennewick, can be found on page 41. A whimsical North Bend cottage offers a gorgeous forest backdrop as our photographer and her husband escape the hustle and bustle of city living in “Getaway for a Day” on page 28. Truly, there’s splendor all around us!

This issue is significant because it’s the end of a chapter in my life that I started six years and twenty-two Editor’s Notes ago. In a move that’s more sweet than bitter for me, I’m promoting my Deputy Editor, Brittany Archibald, into the role of Editor-in-Chief so that I can continue to grow this publication and bring our corner of Eastern Washington even closer together in business and in life. Our mission to connect, inspire, and engage our readers has never been more resolute than it is today, and watching the team here at Taylored Living Magazine learn, experience, and grow together has been, for me, one of the greatest splendors of all.

Cheers to six years in the making, with many more to follow.

Sincerely,

“Let us come alive to the splendor that is all around us and see the beauty in ordinary things.” -Thomas Merton

CONTENTS

Fall/Winter 2022

4 | A Note From the Editor

Splendor: A golden state of mind by Mary Taylor

9 | Taylored Society

The Rosé Carpet: Join us for the who, the what, and the where

BEAUTY

14 | Getting a Handle on Healthy Hands Our hands are vital to our everyday lives, learn how to care for them as the weather cools by Christy Masterman

17 | Lady in Red

How to pick the best red nail polish for every skin tone by Rosemary Fotheringham

LIFESTYLE

19 | Style Series Step 2: Shopping Like a Pro Learn to shop with a purpose with stylist Lisa Powers to create a wardrobe that works for you

HOME

23 | Rebuilding Your Sanctuary A guide to restoration and renovation after water damage by Mary Taylor

TRAVEL

29 | Get Away for a Day Escape to this cozy, woodland North Bend cabin for a weekend by Nathan Spinelli

HEALTH & WELLNESS

33 | A Blissful Morning Meditation and Stretch Clear your mind for the day ahead with yoga instructor Cecelia Owczarski

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

36 | Centerpiece Charcuterie

Make an impact at your next gathering with a refined, seasonal spread by Bree Muai

41 | Resturant Review: Café Magnolia

This bright, new eatery brings a taste of European tradition to Kennewick by Paloma DeHaan

43 | The Art and Science of Wine

How a former chemical engineer became Red Mountain’s first Venezuelan-American winemaker by Wendy VanArsdale

48 | Four-Step Fudge By Mary Taylor

Celebrate the season with these easy and decadent fudge variations by Mary Taylor

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52 | Calendar of Events Find ways to celebrate all fall and winter long by Wendy VanArsdale

COMMUNITY

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58 | The Splendor of Aging

Four women celebrate lessons learned through life’s twists and turns by Angela Miller

63 | Post-Industrial Brilliance

Kennewick’s new Public Market revitalizes downtown and provides year-round local shopping by Laura Kostad

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67 | Community Overcomes All

A look and how Communities in Schools helps local youth and their families succeed at life by Mary Taylor

73 | TLM FAN FAVORITES

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GETTING A HANDLE ON HEALTHY HANDS

By Christy Masterman Owner of Dermatology Solutions & Dermatology Nurse Practitioner

Our hands are vital for many everyday activities such as eating, embracing, and earning a living. We open doors, soothe our loved ones, and even use them to effectively communicate without a second thought for how regularly over-worked they are.

However you choose to use your dukes, there’s no denying that maintaining healthy hands is important. Here are a few handy tips to help you save your shakers.

HEALTHY Hands

Cold and dry weather can cause chapped and cracked skin, which is extremely painful, especially for body parts that require intricate and continuous movement like our hands. Over-washing, and the use of scented or anti-bacterial soaps remove necessary moisture from the skin and ironically can put you at a higher risk for skin infections. Replace lost moisture from handwashing by moisturizing your hands with a thick unscented cream or petroleum gel before your skin fully dries, every handwashing. Also, try to avoid direct contact with harsh chemical cleaners as much as possible by wearing protective gloves or by replacing them with hydrogen peroxide-based cleaners.

If you have severely dry and chapped hands, dampen them and then follow up by moisturizing them while they are still wet and then cover them with gloves overnight.

HEALTHY NAILS

Anytime we talk about our health in general, whether it’s heart health, eye health, or nail health, a balanced nutrition is key. Fingernails are made of a protein called keratin, so, it’s reasonable to assume that a protein-rich diet would help facilitate healthy nail growth. In addition to a healthy diet, healthy nails need healthy cuticles. Yes, that’s right, the skin that the nail technician tries to remove during your manicure actually has a really important function. That little border of fine skin protects the nail matrix which is responsible for creating new skin cells (aka growth) and pushing out old dead ones. For healthy nails and growth, you want healthy cuticles.

3 COMMON MYTHS ABOUT HAND WASHING

Myth Fact

Anti-Bacterial/AntiMicrobial soap is more effective than regular soap.

Handwashing with soap is key. If you are prone to dry or irritated skin, steer clear of anti-bacterial or anti-microbial soaps which strip additional moisture from the skin.

Drinking more water helps to improve skin hydration.

It is unknown if drinking more water helps to hydrate dry, chapped or cracked skin. The best way to hydrate your skin is by avoiding continuous exposure to hot water, and to moisturize your skin while it’s still damp.

It is best to wash your hands with warm soapy water.

Both warm and cold soapy water remove the same number of germs. That said, it’s considered more pleasant to wash your hands with warm water over cold water.

DIY Healthy Hands and Nails Kit

Whether you’re home or traveling, consider having these items on hand!

For your hands

• Disposable gloves

• Petroleum jelly

• Tweezers

• Hand sanitizer

• Hydrogen Peroxide

• Q-Tips

• Band-Aids/Sterile Bandages or Gauze and Tape

For your nails

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Nail File - to smooth out rough nail edges

• Cuticle Oil

• Unscented Moisturizer

• Clear Base Coat/Nail Strengthener

• Top Coat - to prevent chipping

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Nail Clippers - for loose skin, or to remove damaged cuticles. Always cut. Do not pull

Lady in Red

How to pick the best red nail polish for every skin tone

By Rose m ary

Fotheringham

You want that perfect red nail polish for a holiday party, but there are so many to choose from, and they aren’t one-size-fits-all. The wrong red can clash with your skin. Have you ever used a nail color that made your skin look dull, sallow, or reddened? The good news is that there’s a flattering red out there for everybody.

How do you know which one is right for you? The answer is to pick one that matches your skin’s warm or cool undertones.

You might think that the darker your skin is, the warmer it is, but that’s actually a common misconception. Instead, it’s determined by whether your skin has pink or yellow undertones. Pink undertones yield a cool complexion, while yellow undertones yield a warm one. Some people have a mix, so have a neutral complexion.

There are a couple ways to tell which you are: first, look at the veins on the underside of your wrist in natural light. If they’re more green, you have yellow undertones, and warm colors will be more flattering on you. If the veins are more blue, you have pink undertones, and cool colors will be more flattering.

The second way is to hold up gold and silver jewelry or fabric next to your face. If you’re warm-toned, gold will be flattering, while silver will make you look washed out or dull. The opposite will be true if you are cool-toned. If you can pull off both, you’re neutral (and lucky!).

The right nail polish will perfectly compliment and balance your skin, and allow its natural beauty to shine.

If you are more warm toned, you’ll look best in warm, tomato reds. For light or olive skin, look for bright reds that lean a little orange, copper, or coral. If you’ve got warm medium or dark skin, look for warm, rich reds with brown in them, like a dark brick or burgundy color. Pair with gold or bronze accents. If you are cool toned, you’ll look best in reds with a blue base. For fair skin, choose a bright red that leans a little pink or purple: think jewel tones and berry reds. If you’ve got cool medium or dark skin, think dark, vampy wine-colored reds. Pair with silver accents. If you’re neutral, you’ll look best in a true red. Pair with silver or gold accents.

This is just one tool to find a color that feels like you! If there’s a color you love that doesn’t necessarily match your skin tone, wear it anyway. Nail polish is a fun way to play with color—the whole point is wearing something that brings you joy.

Colors to try if you have

Warm, light or olive skin Warm, medium or dark skin Neutral skin Cool, fair skin Cool, medium or dark skin

LIKE A PRO style series step 2 SHOPPING

If you have been following the “Style Series” you’re already familiar with the first step to building a wardrobe, the “Closet Edit.”

Once the pieces that don’t fit into your life anymore are removed, the next logical step is to rebuild. In this second part of the series let’s look at the task that is loved by some and dreaded by others, shopping—or what this writer likes to refer to as “The Hunt.”

For those of you who look forward to shopping, you may discover some helpful tips in this article to enhance the overall experience. But for many, clothing shopping can be a chore and even a heartache. However, if approached with purpose and understanding, shopping can be a pleasure.

Stylist’s Tip: If you happen to see the perfect piece online it’s best to call the store and ask if they will hold it to guarantee availability.

WHERE TO SHOP

Before you shop, take some time to become educated on your individual body type. Once armed with this understanding, you can shop more confidently and zone in on pieces that will flatter your frame. For more information on body type, look to shapeshopp.com, a favorite resource used by professionals to empower their clients to shop more successfully.

Personal shoppers always do heavy scouting before they physically go out to shop. Simply going online and looking at what is available is extremely helpful, and most retailers make it possible for you to see what’s in their store near you. This also allows you to see what seasonal promotions and sales are currently available.

Always try to shop local. Independent boutiques are more likely to go the extra mile to help you achieve your shopping goals. With less foot traffic than the shops in the mall, they’re more focused on building relationships with their customers which means that they are willing to invest more time to ensure that you get what you need.

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SHOPPING DAY

The day has arrived, and you have your shopping list in hand. Odds are that scheduling a few hours to shop is not an easy feat. Making the most of your time is essential, so here are a few tips to follow that will make the day easier and more productive for you.

Obviously, comfortable shoes are a must, but consider wearing shoes that will work with what you will be trying on. Consider substituting the sneakers with sandals or boots so you can get a better idea of the overall look while in the fitting room. If you’re shopping for tops, it’s better to wear pants rather than a dress. Finally bring any undergarments that you might need, a strapless bra, shapewear, etc. to get a true sense of how everything will fit.

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Be sure your phone is fully charged. No one will be as honest about how something looks on you as your camera. While in the fitting room, take pictures to get a real view of what you are trying on. It’s also a good way to keep track of what you have left behind in case you change your mind.

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Tell the sales clerk exactly what you are looking for, they know their sales floor inside and out. Developing a relationship with a salesperson can be invaluable, they can be your conduit to getting first dibs on new arrivals and will make sure that you’re always in the know when sale time comes around.

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Finally, remember it’s okay to put things on hold if you’re not completely sold. It’s guaranteed that any slight objection you have in the fitting room will be much worse when you get home. Also, if you love the item but are unsure of what you have in your closet to wear it with, take a picture, go home, and find at least three things to wear it with before committing.

Now that your new finds are in place, the third and final part to this “Style Series” will be focused on how to style your wardrobe in a way that best utilizes every piece you own.

Schedule your Fall Tune-Up with A-ONE so you aren’t left in the cold

Change out all air filters and make sure they fit properly

Dust and store the décor (It’s time for warm and cozy vibes)

Switch out your summer sandals for boots, big sweaters and beanies

Check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

Check the weather stripping on exterior doors and windows to prevent unnecessary drafts and heat loss

Wipe down the faceplates of all air vents

Stock up and prepare for a power-outage emergency kit & supplies (flashlights, batteries, candles, water, emergency meals)

Prepare your chimney and/or firepit for safe and cozy evenings

Rake up ALL of the fallen leaves

Who says flowers are only for spring and summer? Spice up your front porch with potted fall mums

Blow out your sprinklers before it gets too cold

Winterize and store your patio furniture

Prevent burst pipes with proper insultaion and add freeze free hose bibs

Seal any cracks or openings around the perimeter of your house from unwanted critters

Have ice-melt and snow shovel on hand, BEFORE you need it

REBUILDING

YOUR SANCTUARY

By Mary Taylor

Toward the end of 2017, we purchased a 1970’s home that was in desperate need of updating. At that time, my children were three and seven, I was knee-deep in growing my publication, and my husband was working two jobs: shift work for his day job and also traveling around the world, weeks at a time, for a private company. Our life was busy, funds were tight, and we knew that updating our home would take a minimum of five to seven years to accomplish. Fortunately, we weren’t in a rush and welcomed the challenge.

Knowing that the house wouldn’t be finished anytime soon, we made an effort to decorate with several temporary, budget-friendly options, that way, we could feel settled rather than having to tiptoe around in that limbo phase we found ourselves in. This helped us in two ways: first, we saved money by not purchasing items that we hadn’t quite decided on so that we could focus our budget on more permanent decisions like scraping the popcorn ceilings, fixing electrical issues, putting in new floors, and installing new doors and trim throughout the house; second, we gave ourselves enough time to live in the space and figure out what worked best for our family so we would feel less guilty when the time came to remove and renovate the stuff we hadn’t personally invested in.

As the years passed, we continued to make small improvements everywhere throughout the house except the kitchen. The kitchen was the one space within our home that had been remodeled in the 1990’s, and it worked, so we gave it a minor facelift by painting the cabinetry and popping in a new backsplash, but we otherwise left it alone knowing that it would be an expensive and large undertaking down the road. We had no idea that our 1990’s kitchen sink had a lifespan of only twenty years, and that the valves were living on borrowed time.

A guide to renovating your home after water damage, and what to expect

On a dark and cold December morning, at around three-thirty a.m. my husband was getting ready to go to work when he walked into the kitchen only to find a river of water flowing from under the sink, across the kitchen floor, and puddling up under the refrigerator across the way. An area rug that covered a majority of the kitchen floor was drenched! Unbeknownst to us, that rug had hidden a slow kitchen sink leak that grew over a short period of time and eventually gave out, damaging the new flooring that we had put in just a few years earlier.

This started a chain of events for us that included filing a claim with our insurance, working with a restoration company, and learning how to open up our home to strangers for an extended period of time, all of which I never had to experience before. Because of this, I didn’t know what questions to ask or how to navigate the nine-month process that ensued. It was truly an ordeal, but here are a few things I learned that would have been helpful to know from the start:

YOU WANT AN INSURANCE AGENT THAT’S ALSO A FRIEND.

Make sure that you have a good relationship with your insurance agent. You don’t have to be best friends, but you need to find someone that will let you call, text, or message them at any hour. They might not answer right away, but they should never make you feel like you’re an inconvenience. If you can’t regularly and freely communicate with your insurance agent as if they were a friend, it’s time to find a new agent.

THERE ARE NO DUMB QUESTIONS.

If you’re wondering it, chances are that someone else at some point in time was wondering it too. Purchase a notepad specifically for the restoration project, and as questions come up, write them down so that you can make the most of your time and the contractor’s time by getting answers to all of the questions that are on your mind.

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YOU GET WHAT YOU ACCEPT.

Although you will typically work with one contractor who is responsible for managing the job and quality of work, as the homeowner you aren’t off the hook. It’s your job to manage the manager and make sure that the services that you are receiving are acceptable. If they aren’t, speak up and tell your contractor immediately! Never assume that things will get “touched up” or fixed at a later date. Even the best contractors can’t read minds, and they might have missed something. It’s always easier and more efficient to right a mistake while everyone is in the house working rather than at the conclusion of the project.

THERE IS A FINE LINE BETWEEN PUBLIC & PRIVATE.

Figure out a way to wrap your mind around opening up your home to the public in order to finish the renovation expeditiously. Create a few simple rules for your family and your children to follow while workers are in your home. Because of the extended work necessary to complete larger jobs, there is likely going to be overlap when you have to live in the home while it’s getting worked on. Some challenges that will occur include parenting your children in private, speaking freely, and allowing yourself to let your guard down. Create safe and private spaces within your home, and intentionally use them for private matters.

HOSPITALITY IS FOR YOUR GUESTS, NOT CONTRACTORS.

I might get a little flack for this, but hear me out: you can be nice without being too accommodating. Workers are in your home to get a job done, do it efficiently, and get paid. Feel free to offer water if it’s hot out and they don’t have any, but you shouldn’t be waiting on them. They should be comfortable enough to work freely, and just uncomfortable enough that they want to complete their job and move on.

OTHER USEFUL TIPS AND TRICKS

Get a security system for your front door. It’s nice to know when workers are entering your home when you can’t be there to let them in.

Take pictures and video of everything! If you can take a video and show damage in real time, this will be helpful with your insurance adjuster. Also, continue to document the restoration progress and final product. You’ll kick yourself if you don’t have before and after photos to look back on!

Save your receipts! Not all insurance covers eating out or increased utility bills, but some does. Ask your insurance agent if cost-of-living increases during your claim period are covered. If they are, you will need to keep every physical receipt you can. At the end of the claim, your insurance adjustor will require physical receipts for every expenditure claimed.

As you work through your renovation, try to remember that things rarely go according to plan. Your home is your sanctuary and it’s easy to let emotions take over, especially when you have to trust a stranger to take as much thought and care in the restoration of your home as you would. However, if you think of the project as a business transaction and you use a few of these tips I promise that the entire process will go smoother and you’ll find yourself a little less emotional along the way.

GET AWAY

FOR A DAY

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Whimsical

North Bend Forest Cottage

By Nathan Spinelli

Often hotels, no matter how many stars behind their names, are boring. One to two beds, a bathroom, and long hallways, offering at best a breakfast that hopefully doesn’t ruin your stomach, and at worst a sleepless night from guests above whose footsteps boom while their baby screams at two in the morning. We stay because sometimes we have to, not because we want the experience. During a trip to Seattle this spring, stepping away from the tedium of such a ritual was paramount. Enter Airbnb.

Searching for a getaway during our getaway was important. While varied as they are plentiful, listings from Airbnb’s website opened up options for something better than normal, an experience rather than a stay. A tiny house hugged by the forest in North Bend presented just such an offering for the three of us.

Babbling in every sense of the word, a small brook runs near the house, lulling you to sleep, then gently waking you to the imposing view of Mt. Si in the distance. Trees encompass the area and incited childhood memories of magic and mystique that surround the Cascadian forest.

Outside of the comforting noise of the brook is quiet and calm. No traffic rushes by nor sirens to unsettle the beauty of a peaceful, meditative moment which unravels with your favorite drink on a comfortable couch, feet warming on a heated floor, all while the mountain sits there like an old friend, silently enjoying the time with you.

While certainly not large like neighboring Seattle, North Bend has some unsung gems, more than the outlet malls so many visit the town for. A local restaurant, The Iron Duck Public House, had good offerings, both in drink and food. My wife and I were both surprised at the quality, enjoying our evening out as our daughter basked in her tiny fortress of solitude by the brook, a break from the constant struggle of living with multiple siblings. Bringing her back pizza from the Iron Duck, we played with the lights behind the small building, illuminating the forest behind, wondering if Bigfoot might sneak a peek back at us.

Finding this magical spot was a delight, away from the hustle of Seattle, and well appointed for a quiet, relaxing evening. This tiny house with a mountain view is the type of overnight lodging that serves as the experience that we relish, not the sleepless night in a hotel that we’ll begrudge and soon forget. Our trip was enhanced to a fond memory rather than a quick there and back again. Our hosts, Jahden and Joshua were kind and responsive, making the stay that much smoother. We did encounter just one glaring problem; what excuses can we come up with to travel over 3 hours so we can stay there again. It’s a problem we were trying to find solutions to as we enjoyed our morning and lamented having to leave. Our conclusion: We will be back!

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morning meditation & stretch Blissful a

to clear your mind for the day ahead

By Cecelia Owczarski

The combination of Yoga and a daily breath practice as a part of your morning routine is a very beneficial way to start your day. It enhances mindfulness, helping you think clearly and with intention. It calms down the parasympathetic nervous system, releasing any kind of reactive feeling and inviting you to approach your day with ease and a peace of mind. This daily practice can also reduce heart rate, reduce blood pressure, and improves blood flow. This routine will set yourself up for a more peaceful mindset and a sense of ease you can tap into at any time during the day.

pranayama in sukhasana

also known as breath control in an easy seated position. Sit tall with your legs crossed or out in front of you. Take a deep breath in followed with a cleansing exhale out. Preparing for the 4,7,8 breathing method, which calms the nervous system and refocuses the mind. Begin with your eyes closed, repeat as many times as needed. Recommended minimum of 5 rounds. ◊ Inhale for the count of 4 ◊ Hold for the count of 7 ◊ Exhale for the count of 8

seated half butterfly

This pose elongates the spine, stretches the inner thigh as well as the back side of the legs, and releases tension in the piriformis muscle. Begin by extending your left leg out, keeping your right foot by the groin. Circle sweep your hands up and bring them on the ground in front of you, walk your hands away from you, and begin to round forward. Invite every exhale to bring you into more depth. Repeat on the left side.

modified wild thing

Begin to lift up from your forward fold. Place your right hand on the ground next to your right hip. Press into the ground with your right hand and knee, rainbow your left side to the sky. Stretch the ribs away from the hip, relax the psoas major muscle, releasing the iliopsoas that connects the spine to the lower limbs and providing a lateral flexion in the spine which is great for spinal strengthening. Repeat on the left side.

supine twist

Scoot your bottom to the middle of the mat and lay down. Bring your knees to a bend and windshield wiper them back and forth massaging your low back and glutes. Stop in center and bring your knees into your chest, keep your tailbone down as you squeeze your knees tightly. Release your knees to the left side of the mat, with your arms out open. Close your eyes and slowly take 5 deep breaths. Next inhale pulls your knees thru center and exhale to release them over to the right side. Breath slowly for 5 deep breaths. This brings a nice natural twist into the spine and a sense of relaxation to the mind and body.

savasana

Bring both knees back into your chest for one last tight squeeze, and then lengthen them out long. Walk the shoulders and hips away from the head, take a deep breath in and exhale out with ease, maybe add a light moan. They say this pose is the most challenging off all—facing the vulnerability and fully allowing your Soul to acclimate to this new space you’re creating through your new daily Yoga practice.

CenterpieceCharcuterie

ByBreeMuai

Bree Muai of Charcuterie by Bree shares her wealth of knowledge on crafting a refined, seasonal spread.

The perfect centerpiece for your next gathering, charcuterie boards are both casual and elegant, and can be tailored to fit the size of your event. When building your charcuterie board, begin with your meats and cheeses and think seasonal—the same basic template can be reused as the seasons change to yield delightful, unique flavors each time.

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1-2 meats

2-3 cheeses (try a mix of creamy and sharp)

2 fruits (seasonal or dried)

1 savory add-on (such as nuts or olives)

1 sweet add-on (such as honey or jam)

1 base (bread or crackers)

A great way to take your board to the next level would be to add some fun finds most people don’t eat regularly. Honey is a great addition to any board but going with real honeycomb is as fancy as it gets! Give it a try and prepare to receive some sweet compliments on presentation.

Cookie cutters are an easy and impactful way to elevate your charcuterie board. They come in all shapes and sizes and are so easy to find for any holiday. You more than likely have a collection already on hand. For fall, consider using leaves or pumpkins. In this picture I used a fun leaf shaped imprint cookie cutter for that extra detail. For winter, Christmas trees and candy canes are always a huge hit!

During the holidays take advantage of seasonal finds. Fresh cranberries add a beautiful, festive red to your board. Sugared cranberries—sometimes called candy cranberries—are not only delicious but simple to make.

Candied Cranberries

Make a simple syrup by combining ½ cup each water and sugar. Bring the mixture to a simmer in a small saucepan and cook until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool completely.

Meanwhile, rinse and dry the fresh cranberries.

Add the cranberries to the sugar syrup and stir to coat. Transfer the coated cranberries back to a wire rack using a slotted spoon and let them dry for 45 minutes.

Add remaining sugar (¼ cup) to a shallow dish. Add a few syrup-coated cranberries to the sugar and roll them around until they’re completely coated.

Transfer the coated cranberries back to the wire rack and let them dry out a bit more before using. Repeat with the remaining syrup-coated berries.

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CafÉ Magnolia

Brings A Taste of European Tradition to Kennewick

by Paloma DeHaan

Savor the European experience locally , with newly opened Café Magnolia. Located in Kennewick’s Cynergy building, Café Magnolia offers uniquely curated European-inspired desserts, prepared salads, sandwiches, charcuterie platters and an always-rotating daily special. Crisp whites, inviting neutrals and a cozy fireplace adorned with a replicated Mona Lisa painting is the perfect backdrop to a delightful lunch experience in a local café. Among floors decked with colorful tiles, bentwood chairs, and freshly baked pastries and croissants, the aesthetic and ambiance at Café Magnolia are truly unmatched.

Formerly operated out of the Red Mountain Kitchen in downtown Kennewick, owner of European Desserts & Appetizers, Nena Cosic, has taken her business to new heights and transformed her business model earlier this year. With a thriving catering business under her belt, Nena and her team expanded and rebranded to Café Magnolia, a brick-and-mortar location offering a sit-down place for coffee and food in an elegant and feminine restaurant with a Mediterranean/French flair.

The moment I walked into Café Magnolia I was greeted with Nena’s vision come to life.

Fresh butter and pistachio croissants, chocolate vegan cookies, gluten-free blueberry muffins, and chocolate brioche—all made fresh daily! Café Magnolia is unlike a typical sit-down restaurant with endless plate options. Each main dish is specially curated and on a rotating menu, offering two menu items to choose from each day. Family recipes like a Capicello and Havarti Panini, Spaghetti Bolognese, Hot Pastrami sandwich, Croatian Massaka and Gyro wraps are just a few of the delicious lunch options displayed on their sandwich board daily.

I had the pleasure of sampling the Magnolia Panini and Tortellini salad. The Magnolia Panini is made with in-house Italian bread, cured Italian meats, Havarti cheese and made from scratch pesto spread, served with tomato wedges and a balsamic glaze. The Tortellini Salad includes Tortellini filled with cheese mixed with a garlic lime dressing over spinach, mozzarella, and fresh parmesan.

Complimentary lemonade or iced tea accompanied my lunch and I loved that I was offered a special like that! I asked if this was a regular “thing” and the friendly barista assured me each week comes with a new special to enjoy at Café Magnolia.

Their lemonade is so refreshing and not overly sweet—a perfect pairing to a rich and savory panini and a light and citrusy salad. I enjoyed every bite of my panini and salad, and I can’t wait to experience more!

With just enough room saved for dessert, I sampled two cakes that would probably rank as some of the best cakes I have ever had. The Spartak cakes are reason alone to visit Café Magnolia. Layers upon layers (and more layers!) of thin chocolate or vanilla cake filled with sweet cream and generously sprinkled graham cracker crumbles over the top make this a cake you will be calling up your best friends to try again with you! In fact, with each bite I found myself thinking, “I can’t wait to bring my mom and sisters here for lunch!”

Visit Café Magnolia at 4309 W 27th Pl, Kennewick, and bring a friend, or find your perfectly quiet nook to relax and experience culture with a rich history of delicious family recipes.

Café Magnolia offers a full espresso bar, Bosnian coffee experience, as well as gluten-free and vegan options. Ready to grab sandwiches, charcuterie platters, and desserts available daily at their walk-up counter.

The Art & Science of Wine

By Wendy VanArsdale

Ellie Zeron graduated from college in Venezuela in 1999 and headed to the United States with a dream. She came on an exchange visitor visa and when her time was up she would return to her country to share and use what she had learned. She was a young woman with a passion, wanting to put her Chemical Engineering degree to use at any of the steel manufacturing industries in her hometown in Bolivar State. She loved her internship experience and the feeling of being out in the field with hard hats and steel toed boots doing hands-on work. She was a strong, smart, and driven young woman making a place for herself in a male dominated field. She had no idea that her life would turn out so very different than what she had planned.

Ellie learned the English language as she gained experience in oil and gas. She met her husband in Dallas and the two of them started a family. When it was time to return to Venezuela she thought she accomplished her mission. She gained valuable experience in her field of study and was ready to return to her homeland—a country known for having the largest proven oil reserves in the world, rich in minerals such as iron, gold, bauxite and diamonds. But there was a catch.

She gained valuable experience in her field of study and she was ready to return to her homeland— but there was a catch.

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Her home country was not the same as when she had left. Her husband worried for the safety of his wife and daughter. Venezuela had been a democratic government since 1958, but that was changing. Political instability made the country dangerous. Her visa required that she spend a minimum of two years in her home country before she could return to the U.S., so her husband stayed behind and worked hard to get a waiver. He was successful and nine months later was able to bring his family back home.

Still wanting to use her chemistry background she set her mind to find a way. Now living in Washington State, the large wine industry sparked her interest. It was a trip to Napa and Sonoma that helped solidify that desire—she fell in love with the vineyards!

Ellie and her husband welcomed a second child, a baby boy, into their family and she continued traveling with her husband and two children while studying wine. She enrolled in the University of California Davis Extension Program and in 2012

earned the Winemaker Certification. She balanced family and motherhood with her winemaking education while working as a language consultant for federal law enforcement offices. It was an interesting and exciting position that played a key role in the financial aspect of Ellie’s new goal: having a vineyard that would source quality grapes for her winemaking dream job, her own business.

Ellie set out to find land in the Red Mountain AVA, which turned into a six-year search as property in that area is highly sought after and not often available. In 2016 she and her husband finally got the opportunity to purchase 5 acres of property without water rights;it was what they could afford, and she held hope that somehow, she would figure the rest out. That next spring life sent her a pleasant surprise. The previous property owner had been on the KID waiting list for several years and her property was finally up for irrigation—she had water!

Ellie’s new goal: to have a vineyard that would source quality grapes for her winemaking dream job, her own business.

Three years later, with the help of many friends and family, she was able to harvest the grapes for her flagship wines.

Ellie named the business Zeron Vineyards and in 2018 they planted and set the trellis system slowly, as they could afford it. Three years later, with the help of many friends and family, she was able to harvest the grapes for her flagship wines. She is quick to credit those who helped her, including the vineyard workers, who she refers to as “my helpers and my friends.”

Ellie’s boutique winery and tasting room is slated to open in the spring of 2023. Ellie is the first VenezuelanAmerican winemaker in Red Mountain and she envisions the winery as a platform to showcase wines made with the fruit of the hard-working hands of her helper friends, with fun and diverse music in the background, exhibits of local artists, delicious cuisine from local food trucks, and of course bilingual tastings and educational sessions for the community and local businesses.

I asked Ellie what one thing she would want people reading this article to know about her, and her answer was so authentic and real. She looked at me with tears in her eyes and said “This country has so much to offer…. it is so beautiful. Everything is there—you just have to work for it, and you will get it. I am forever grateful!”

We are excited for the grand opening and realization of Ellie’s dream. Watch our Events page on tayloredlivingmagazine.com where we’ll post information when the date and time are set.

Four-StepFudge

by Mary Taylor

Ilove fudge. Mainly, I love it because I can make it with my kids, and it’s almost impossible to screw up. When refrigerated or frozen in an air-tight container, you can save your fudge long after it was made—but just remember that fudge is best enjoyed at room temperature!

Classic Milk Chocolate & Walnut

22-23oz milk chocolate chips

14 oz sweetened condensed milk

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Handful of walnuts

Dark Chocolate & Sea Salt 22-23 oz dark chocolate chips

14 oz sweetened condensed milk

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Sea Salt Flakes to garnish

White Chocolate with Dried Cherries & Apricots

22-23 oz white chocolate chips

14 oz sweetened condensed milk

1 tsp pure vanilla

Handful of dried tart cherries

Handful of quartered dried apricots

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1:

In a medium saucepan over low heat combine chocolate chips and condensed milk. Stir until smooth (do not let the mixture bubble).

Step 2: Add the vanilla extract and remove from heat.

Step 3:

Stir in whatever add-on ingredients you’d like or keep it simple and don’t add anything extra (save a few extra to garnish the top of your fudge).

Step 4:

Pour mixture into a parchment lined 8x8 dish and let set until room temperature. For easy cutting, place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to harden the fudge. Enjoy!

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OCT OBER

7th 7th AnnuAl Mid-ColuMbiA PirAte FestivAl at Clover Island Inn 6pm

7th WineMAker’s dinner at Airfield Estates 6pm

7-9th benton City Wineries – hArvest Fest at Benton City and Red Mountain

8th GrAPe stoMP at Airfield Estates 2-3:30pm

8th CoMedy niGht at Wine Social 7pm

10th riverFest 2022 at Columbia Park 10am

14-16th 14th AnnuAl 2022 triFi FilM FestivAl at Uptown Theatre in Richland WA USA

15th WAter lAntern FestivAl at Columbia Park 3:30pm

19-23rd WAllA WAllA bAlloon stAMPede at Howard Tietan Park in Walla Walla

26th CoCoMelon live! at the Toyota Center 6-8pm 29th 2023 benton FrAnklin FAir & horse heAven round uP rodeo Queen PAGeAnt at 3 Rivers Convention Center

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Events Calendar

So many opportunities to join in the celebration of harvest! If you are ready to embrace the cooler weather and all the bounty that fall brings, then we have some fun activities for you and your family!

Middleton FArMs (PAsCo, WA) FAll FestivAl

Thursday through Saturday every week of October: Corn maze, rides, games, activities, pumpkin patch, food and more! Go to middletonfarms.com/pages/fall-festival for more information and to pre-purchase tickets

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Country MerCAntile hArvest FestivAl

The Pasco location hosts a spectacular festival every weekend in October including small carnival rides for the kiddos, and this year they will have food trucks on-site including Frost Me Sweet Bakery, 13 Bones Urban BBQ, and Bookwalter’s Non-Fiction. Be sure to check out the new Glitter Creek mining camp – the kids will love it.

Autumn brings vivid colors to the vineyards and sets a backdrop that is perfect for wagon rides and trail rides. Bring the whole family out to Red Mountain Trails in Benton City and reserve a fire-pit to roast some marshmallows after your adventure.

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red MountAin trAils WAGon rides & PuMPkins!

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NOVE MBER

3rd CiGArs under the stArs at Prosser House 7-10pm

3-4th Girls niGht out at Historic Downtown Kennewick West Kennewick Ave 4-8pm 4th the niGhtMAre beFore ChristMAs bAll at Numerica Pavilion 5pm

4-6th 27th AnnuAl Custers ChristMAs Arts & CrAFts shoW at Hapo Center 10am-8pm

elevAte your thAnksGivinG tAble At lAyered CAke Artistry

Decorate a beautiful cake to bring to Thanksgiving. No experience is necessary, and all the ingredients and tools are provided. Our very own Events and Entertainment Sponsor, Wendy, has attended these classes and highly recommends them! Watch our Events page for announcements or sign up directly at layeredcakeartistry.com

12th 2022 ColuMbiA river ClAssiC run 3240 Richardson Road, Richland WA 9:30am-12pm

18-20th JurAssiC Quest 6600 Burden Blvd Pasco, Washington 99301

19th MArCus WhitMAn Winter bAzAAr 1704 Gray St., Richland WA 19th PuMPed For PurPle – FundrAiser For doMestiC violenCe shelter Marcus Whitman School

DECE MBER

The season of lights: Brighten these long winter evenings with several options for enjoying the beautiful lights of the season and check out these Christmas tree lots with a little extra!

The park lights up for the entire month of December with a light show and music. The annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony is a don’t miss event! Last year had Santa and his reindeer on hand, along with food trucks, vendors, movies, and J&S Express Train providing train rides through the park to view the inflatable displays and to wave at Santa and Mrs. Claus. Watch our events page for announcements on date and time for this year’s celebration.

ChristMAs liGhts tour

Let TC Black take you and your friends on a tour of the lights of Tri-Cities. See the Senske Light Show, Christmas Carol Lane, the Christmas Dragons, or find hidden gems in residential areas! Text or call 509-596-1248 for reservations.

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Each year a few of Santa’s reindeer rest up for their big trip at Beaver Bark and they love visiting with the little ones. Warm up by a fire-pit while you shop for the perfect tree.

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A petting zoo, market, Santa photos, and beautiful trees –a fun experience for the whole family

1st CiGArs under the stArs at Prosser House 1232 Wine Country Road, Prosser 7-10pm

2-4th benton City Wineries – Winter Fest at Benton City and Red Mountain

3rd hoMetoWn holidAy PArAde at Kennewick Avenue between Dayton and Auburn St, Kennewick 10-11:45am

3rd iMPleMent PArAde in Sunnyside 6:30pm

15th MAnnheiM steAMroller ChristMAs at Toyota Center 7-11:30pm

Winter WonderlAnd FestivAl oF liGhts, John dAM PlAzA, riChlAnd

JAN/ FEB

The start of a new year spurs us to take on improvement challenges. Here are three different classes and groups that will lay the foundation to enjoying great experiences all year long:

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2PrePAre For Adventure

Wish you could scuba dive on your next vacation? You can! Complete in-person classes here in Tri-Cities with Under Sea Adventures, then contact the dive shop where you’ll be staying and schedule your check-out dives with them!

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CultivAte A neW skill

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The Splendor of Aging

By Angela Miller

Four Women Celebrate What Really Matters In Every Decade of Life

What comes to mind when you hear the word “aging?” Is it wisdom, experience, growth, and memories? Or is it wrinkles, gray hair, weight gain, mobility, and health issues? While most would agree with the former list, the latter probably enters the mind first. In a society that places beauty and youthfulness high on a pedestal, particularly for women, it’s hard not to succumb to the pressures of maintaining a youthful appearance. Although certain aging woes are quite bothersome, we often forget that with age comes joyful experiences, memories, and lessons that help us grow as individuals.

In my quest to reframe how many of us see “aging,” I interviewed four women of varying life stages to share their experiences with Taylored Living readers. These women opened their hearts and lives and shared some remarkable experiences further proving how much age gives us wisdom, confidence, and healing.

Danika Whitsett, 24

Setting Boundaries and Advocating for Yourself

Throughout most of Danika’s life, she has been a “people pleaser.” Being in a horrific car accident in 2018, which left her paralyzed, helped her to reframe different aspects of her life—one of them being boundaries. She quickly realized some people in her life addressed her differently once she was in a wheelchair while others would try to be “too helpful” when she clearly expressed she did not need help with certain tasks. The mental strain of adapting to her new life in a chair, combined with her lack of previous boundaries and people’s unwarranted “help,”

she could feel her mental health declining. She reevaluated a lot of her relationships and realized there were a handful of friends who did not show her the respect she deserved, some of which even stemmed before her accident. Danika knew it was time to set boundaries; she quickly learned to communicate her needs clearly. Since then, she has largely let go of what people think of her and has started being more true to herself and her needs and goals.

Raised in Tri-Cities, paralyzed at age 20, recently moved with her boyfriend to San Diego, member of the Rollettes Dance Team in LA. Energetic, positive, and fun-loving.

Healing & Growth

Chloe has moved gracefully through her 30s in a positive and healing manner. After struggling with an eating disorder in high school, being a young single mother in her 20s, and experiencing other traumas in her high school and college days, it was evident that she needed to take ownership of her own life and experiences. In her 20s with small children, Chloe felt a great sense of pressure to make her family look a certain way. She recalled that it was thinking she needed to follow someone else’s idea of what her family should look like that bothered and pressured her the most. When she finally let go of this idea

and got out of relationships that were not fitting for her, she was able to focus on her healing journey. Staying connected to herself has been one of the most valuable lessons on this journey. Putting in the hard work to help herself and heal past traumas has served Chloe well; she believes she can attribute her better parenting skills to this healing journey. She co-parents with all of her children’s fathers and although it is never an easy or flawless task, staying true to herself has helped her choose what’s best for her children.

Chloe Butterworth, 37 Raised in Tri-Cities, mother of four, soon-to-be step-mother of two, engaged to fiancé, Josh, coparents with previous partners, strong focus on mental health and healing. Heartfelt, free spirited, and compassionate.

Janie DeHaan, 62

Being Open to Positivity & Learning

Janie has a background full of hardship and beauty, but the hardest for her may have been in her 50s when she lost her husband, the love of her life, due to a heart related illness. Three short years later Janie was diagnosed with stomach cancer. She had to undergo chemotherapy and surgery in order to finally land herself in remission. After her husband passed, she fell into a bit of depression and used the piano as a way to pull herself out from the shadows of her grief. She believes education is what keeps a person youthful, so learning a new skill seemed like the natural thing to do.

The love in Janie’s voice was palpable when she spoke of her husband, children, and grandchildren, an obvious motivating force behind her positivity. Despite the many tribulations she has faced, her outlook and positivity about life is astounding. During her time of chemotherapy treatments, she recalled pacing the hallways of her home after treatments reciting Psalm 23 in order to keep her mind off the nausea. Her strength to overcome difficulties was evident in the many stories she shared about hardships she has faced throughout her life. She said that she looks at adversity and says, “Okay, what can I learn from this?” There is a lesson within all struggles.

Mexican immigrant, mother of four, grandmother, became a U.S. citizen, married for 30 years before her husband’s passing, passion for education, strong faith in the Lord, cancer survivor. Courageous, compassionate, and cheerful.

Miss Arlene Callahan, 87

Born & raised in New York, moved to Tri-Cities in 1994, mother of five, grandmother, great-grandmother, married 47 years before her husband’s passing, Catholic. Independent, friendly, and helpful.

Be Kind, Be Social

Having spent the majority of her life in New York, moving to Tri-Cities was a huge leap for Miss Arlene and her husband, Larry. With their children and grandchildren across the country from them, the two built a life here from 1997-2002 before Larry passed away from cancer. Despite having no family in the Pacific Northwest, Miss Arlene decided to stay in Washington, in a community she had grown to love. She actually quite enjoys her freedom of being “footloose and fancy free,” as she put it. She shared with me the great learning curve she experienced after her husband’s passing, having to figure out some things on her own that her husband would have previously handled—like figuring out car troubles or knowing how to best invest her money. But Miss Arlene believes that if

people are able to, they will help you out. “It’s yes or no; and you don’t know until you ask,” she recalls. “If it’s a yes, you say thank you. If it’s a no, you say thank you.” She is a firm believer in treating people kindly, whether they receive that kindness in a positive way or not—always be kind.

Miss Arlene is an extremely social woman, attending birthdays for all ages, baptisms, quinceaneras, weddings, holiday parties, family gatherings, and more. When I asked her how she stays “young” she said, “I just do it!” She explained how she just goes out and lives life to the best of her ability. Despite not having family close by, she has enjoyed herself and has become a part of so many families across the Tri-Cities.

Our lives will take us each on a different journey, but no matter what we experience, there will always be life lessons and beautiful memories. Aging will eventually give us gray hairs or wrinkles from all the smiling we’ve done, badges of honor for all the joy, love, and probably stress that we’ve endured in our lives. Whether you choose to cover up the physical signs of aging or not, remember the most important things aging gives us are wisdom, knowledge, and, hopefully, happiness.

Please read more about each of these women and their stunning journeys on our blog this fall!

Post-Industrial Brilliance

Kennewick’s year-round Public Market is a must-shop for unique and handcrafted gifts

By Laura Kostad

Tucked within the light industrial vein bisecting downtown Kennewick, an innocuous, aging warehouse off Washington Street underwent a Cinderella-esque transformation over this past year.

Colloquially known as the old Welch’s grape juice plant, the warehouse complex was slated to continue as an industrial facility until an elegant twist of fate altered its course, destining it to become the site of perhaps the biggest boost to downtown redevelopment efforts in recent years. When a warehousing tenant fell through, the Public Market at Columbia River Warehouse was born.

It’s an idea that had been on Tri-Citians’ development wishlist for some time. The December 2021 proposition to the business community was met with an outpouring of support as new and existing local businesses signed on to be a part of the promising year-round venue with flexible lease options.

The market opened June 9, a mere six months later. “There are a lot of small businesses, artists, creatives, and a lot of them find themselves in one of a couple lanes: either they’re just starting out and don’t have the capital to do more than just online, some don’t want to pay the price tag of having the brick and mortar, or this is a hobby and they just want to do something easy on the weekends,” explained Audra Thurman, project manager and owner of Yet Lovely.

She noted that many of the market’s businesses were started in 2020. “I think people are just ready,” she added. “The world shut down for so long … people are hungry for it … If you go through a hard time and make it through, sometimes the scary things aren’t so scary anymore … They’re just ready to live their best lives.”

About 80 vendors comprise phase one, located on the east end of building C, and canvass a wide array from cut flowers to jewelry, home decor, antiques, food, coffee, face painting, farm-fresh produce, house plants, music, clothing, knives, biodegradable pipes, art, and much more. (Read: It’s a great place to knock out some holiday shopping and keep it local!)

-Audra Thurman

Despite its conversion from production floor to shop stalls, the building still lovingly retains its industrial shell and patina, functionally adorned as-is with a gridwork of exposed overhead pipes interspersed with string lights. Occasional water mains and valves painted primary red punctuate the pathways, alongside yellow diamond-plated utility stairs to the upper floor—all set against a blank slate of concrete.

Outside, pots of vibrant flowers soften the industrial vibe, welcoming new life to the historic building.

Originally built in the 1900s, Merlyn H. Church and H.C. Stringer established Twin City Ice & Cold Storage at the site in 1906. As the story goes, Church’s wife, Lois, began pressing local grapes into juice at home, which he thought had business potential.

After Stringer left the company, Church planted a Concord grape vineyard around the building and ventured into producing grape juice as Church Manufacturing.

According to his 1929 obituary, additions were made to the original structure and it was adapted to “form the largest concern of its kind in the West. Church’s Grape Juice has a national distribution and reputation and won world praise for the purity and high quality.”

Due to failing health, Church sold his interest in the company in 1927 to J.G. Kelly of Walla Walla.

In 1955, Welch’s acquired the operation. In 2006, it closed its doors for good, citing the lower cost of shipping grapes east for pressing at larger plants. The buildings have since been used for various warehousing purposes, most recently J. Lieb Foods.

The Public Market’s Phase 1 development occupies the portion of the facility built by Welch’s. Thurman said employees from 50 years ago have come through the market with an air of both nostalgia and splendor.

“There are so many memories in this property and it’s being revived,” she said. “We’re continuing the history for the city of Kennewick.”

“I always love juxtapositions—we’ve changed and transformed it into a place for families to make memories and for dreams to come true,” she continued with a nod to the new generation of entrepreneurs to take to the space.

Scrolling through the various definitions of splendor, “great brightness” caught her attention. “Our goal is to provide a place for all of these businesses to shine,” she said.

There are so many memories in this property and it’s being revived. We’re continuing the history for the city of Kennewick.

-Audra Thurman

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Purportedly the largest neon sign in the Tri-Cities—reading “Public Market” in six-foot-high red letters—ushers visitors and residents alike to the new development, which hasn’t yet reached its full potential.

“The market is just the first to open on this property,” Thurman said.

Passing through a door at the back of the current market space, there is a long, partially bricked former production floor which will soon become Phase 2, home to 20 more vendors and a made-in-house ice cream parlor.

A primitive opening in the thick concrete wall of the original ice storehouse which adjoins the space will soon be the new home of Ice Harbor Brewing Company’s operation and restaurant.

Upstairs, above the market, is a former product staging area that will one day become a special events venue.

There has been additional interest in more restaurants coming to the property as the owners envision redevelopment of the other buildings on-site.

The hope is the public market will serve as a catalyst, generating the critical mass necessary to stimulate regrowth of the corridor between Columbia Gardens and the heart of Downtown Kennewick.

“The city has been revitalizing this area and really beautifying the spaces. We want to be an addition to what the City of Kennewick is doing,” Thurman said.

Rolling into the holiday season, the market will be dressed for the holidays with fresh Christmas trees available for sale, Santa appearances and more.

“You have dreams, you have goals, and oftentimes they stay in that phase,” Thurman reflected. “It’s been pretty neat to see this vision, as we work on it every single day, actually happen.”

PUBLIC MARKET AT COLUMBIA RIVER WAREHOUSE

10 E Bruneau Ave Building C Kennewick, WA 99336

Thurs 10-5PM | Fri/Sat 10-7PM Sun 10-4PM

Closed Monday-Wednesday (509) 308-0790

contact@publicmarketcrw.com

AUDRA THURMAN, KENNEWICK PUBLIC MARKET PROJECT MANAGER

C OMMUNITY

OVERCOMES ALL

By Mary Taylor

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A look at how Communities in Schools helps local youth, and their families, succeed at life.

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No child wakes up one day and wishes to struggle. No human, in right mind, intentionally craves or welcomes adversity and hard times. No parent wants to fail their children, and yet, no life can completely avoid these types of trials whether they are temporary inconveniences or sustained and enduring hardships. It’s extremely difficult to overcome something that you can’t always see but bracing for impact and persevering through the trenches are behaviors we learn as we grow up. But what happens if you don’t have an example to show you that there can be light on the other side of dark times? What happens when you lack the vital experience or generational guidance that can help you defy the odds? What happens if you simply just don’t know any different?

Prior to summer break the leadership team over at McCurley Integrity Subaru tasked me to feature a local non-profit that provides a light so bright that it gives our little corner of Eastern Washington a dose of extra sunshine and hope for the generations

It’s difficult to become or overcome something that you can’t see.

yet to come. McCurley understands the priceless equity that Communities in Schools provides and has been a longstanding supporter for this youth-serving organization that launched in 2014 with nine student support coordinators and which served ten schools in the Richland School District. Since then, the CISBF (Communities In Schools Benton-Franklin) program has grown to a leadership team of twelve, and partnerships with forty-one local schools expanding across five school districts, including Richland, Pasco, Kennewick, Finely, and Prosser.

At the core of CISBF is the organizational premise that every student is capable of success and is hungry for opportunity; however, CISBF also believes that each student’s potential is just one element among many factors that need attention. While schools must devote their limited resources to address the academic needs of each student, CISBF not only works in partnership with school administration to help foster academic success, but also addresses the whole environment in which the student functions.

CISBF data for the 2020-2021 school year shows that when children are raised in a community that is healthy, thriving, and vested in their success through case management supports provided by CIS Student Support Coordinators, 98% have either graduated or were promoted, and 99% remained in school. This is because Student Support Coordinators have the flexibility and capacity to meet students and their families where they are at, and to address barriers and potential obstacles head on.

Each CISBF Student Support Coordinator manages a minimum caseload of forty-five students in partnership with their school’s support team. Support teams can vary among schools, but often include the principal, vice principal, counselors, attendance secretaries and any other key voices that can provide valuable insight on any given student. The more eyes and ears that are collaboratively invested in the success of a child, the greater the positive impact.

Under CISBF’s open-door policy, any student may be referred for support regardless of whether they rise to the level of needing individualized case management. It’s important to note, here, that support coordinators address a variety of personal challenges on a daily basis in addition to the academic needs of their students. Additional obstacles they commonly address include food insecurity, loss of stable housing, educational equity and student advocacy, basic coping skills, mental health concerns, family disruption and violence, and college and career readiness. These matters, whether directly affecting the student or indirectly impacting them through family, can have negative consequences if left unaddressed. This is where the strong partnerships between school administration and CISBF Student Support Coordinators shines. With data driven metrics, CISBF Student Support Coordinators build strong relationships, not only with students, but with parents and school teams as well. This increases engagement and provides valuable input for

effective program assessments. Open communication between the school and CISBF is instrumental in defining a clear strategy for prioritizing case by case referrals as well as providing basic needs and alternative assistance when necessary.

When schools closed in March of 2020, insecurities among students and their families skyrocketed. As students transitioned to virtual learning, additional barriers such as a lack of internet access and exacerbated food insecurity materialized, and presented logistical nightmares for many families and schools. To help alleviate some of these burdens, CISBF Student Support Coordinators pivoted in their response by delivering internet hot spots, providing necessary cleaning supplies, and regularly driving to rural areas to pick up and drop off homework assignments. CISBF helped entire family units work through COVIDpresented challenges which included translating correspondence

from English into other languages in order to keep parents and other vital family members on the same page with educators. In other words, CISBF Student Support Coordinators bridged a huge educational gap by helping students and their families navigate an extremely difficult and isolating time.

Present day, CISBF Student Support Coordinators are focusing their efforts on helping students re-engage within the classroom. They accomplish this by offering scholarship prep assistance, assisting with college entrance essays, providing letters of recommendation, facilitating employment assistance (not only for the students but for their parents or other family members if needed) and helping their students establish and build social capital through networking. CISBF is in the unique position of having diversified partnerships with various foundations as well as amazing support from participating school districts and private businesses.

NONPROFIT VISIONARY SPONSOR

CISBF helped entire family units work through COVID-presented challenges...

Organizations such as Group Health Foundation, McCurley Integrity Subaru, Hanford Mission Integration Solutions, Numerica Credit Union, STCU, HAPO Credit Union, Gesa Credit Union, OSPI, and Three Rivers Community Foundation have been longtime champions of CISBF along with countless other community partners who have come alongside to help serve our local families and youth. Corporations such as Starbucks hold mock interviews for students to give them job interview experience. Organizations such as Hanford Mission Integration Solutions is holding a school pantry drive to help Student Support Coordinators stock up on supplies. A partnership with Columbia Basin College even offers FAFSA (Financial Applications for Student Aid) Nights to help students who are interested in continuing their education navigate the complicated paperwork.

CISBF acknowledges that struggle, hardship, and adversity exist for our youth, more so now than ever before; however, with a strong and invested community focused on support and advocacy for the whole family unit and not just the student, these hardships can not only be endured, they can be overcome!

Fan Favorites

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Ever needed a recommendation but didn’t know where to turn? Our readers answered the call, voting for their favorite goods and services here in the Tri-Cities. Take a look and maybe find your new local fave.

suGAr And GloW studio

Body hair removal, but make it natural. Sugaring is a hair removal technique using a paste that is made of sugar, water and lemon—that’s it! No additives, no irritation. Find Taylor at her welcoming Richland studio, where she offers sugaring and other body care services.

sugarandglowstudio.com 750 Swift Blvd, Suite 12 | Richland, WA

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our Cookie house

A Tri-Cities born and bred business, Our Cookie House has been slinging cookies locally for years. From selling out of their home to opening their Kennewick storefront (soon to be Pasco, too!), Our Cookie House has become a local household name when it comes to satisfying those sweet cravings.

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With a knowledgeable staff committed to providing their clients with unparalleled satisfaction, Ticor Title provides title insurance and other real estate services that you can feel good about. Find these industry leaders at their Kennewick office.

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veroniCA CAMPos

Veronica’s Real Estate practice is built on a foundation of relationships and clear communication. She prides herself in forming partnerships with her clients and helping families build certainty around their biggest investments. veronicacamposhomes.com HAPO Business Complex

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rAsCAl rodeo

Rascal Rodeo is a non-profit organization helping people with physical and developmental disabilities discover unknown abilities in a unique, safe and modified rodeo environment. Founder Ann-Erica Whitemarsh encourages anyone to come see the joy of a Rascao Rodeo event. rascalrodeo.org

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By Rosemary Fotheringham

BEHIND the curtain

Ellicia Elliott is the founder and artistic director of the Rude Mechanicals, a local performing arts organization producing Shakespeare and Shakespeare-inspired plays. I met Ellicia at The Space, an event venue in the Uptown in Richland, where the Rude Mechanicals are rehearsing their production of As You Like It

When I first walked into the empty venue, a woman teaching a virtual yoga class at the back of the room waved hello to me. Later, Ellicia introduced her to me, and it turned out she was Dr. Emily Rollie, Ellicia’s colleague and the intimacy coordinator for their play. The show’s intimacy choreographer and fight choreographer are both women, a rarity in this industry. Once the rehearsal started, Ellicia and I sat side by side on Emily’s yoga mat and she told me about how the Rude Mechanicals got started. The name itself is a nod to the ragtag group of amateur but enthusiastic actors in A Midsummer Night’s Dream who are laborers and craftsmen by day and actors by night.

with Ellicia Elliott

Ellicia said people had encouraged her to start a theater company since her undergrad, but she never really thought she could do it. It was when she was on maternity leave after having her first son that she realized that between being a drama teacher at Richland High School full-time and running an after-school program, she wouldn’t be able to see her child. She didn’t want her son to ever feel the same way she did, having a dream but feeling like he couldn’t do it. Ellicia laughed as she explained, “I went on maternity leave and started a theater company, as you do!”

I want people outside of our arts community to come experience art.

A big part of the vision behind the Rude Mechanicals is making Shakespeare more accessible to everyone. Their tagline is “Kick-ass Shakespeare,” and their website says: “We believe that Shakespeare doesn’t have to be boring. Shakespeare should be funny, exciting, sexy, crude, tragic, violent, and most of all entertaining.” Ellicia says that there’s a huge population here who’s never seen live theater, and it’s been exciting to see the “big mix” of people who come to the shows. “When I was growing up, financially, I couldn’t go to plays so I would usher to go for free. I want people outside of our arts community to come experience art.”

ELLICIA ELLIOTT, DIRECTOR OF THE RUDE MECHANICALS

Their next show, As You Like It , will be held outdoors at Howard Amon Park and is free to attend through a City of Richland grant. Ellicia hopes that their Shakespeare in the Park program will bring even more people to see live theater for the first time.

It’s important to Ellicia to create a space where anyone can be a part of what The Rude Mechanicals does. She wants people who are in a wheelchair or deaf to be able to audition if they want to. A number of transgender or non-binary actors who’ve been involved with the company have expressed to her, “I know I will feel safe with you guys.” She is embracing a growing practice of “color-concious” casting, where the best person for the role is cast, regardless of ethnicity, skin color, body shape, sex and/or gender, while still acknowledging the implications of skin color. She points out two of her cast members: “These two are playing brothers. One is black and one is white. Someone might say they

don’t look related, but they’re the two best actors [for those roles], and we need to represent our community on stage.”

The Rude Mechanicals also embraces producing shows by female playwrights and playwrights of color, which have historically been underrepresented. In the future, Ellicia hopes that the Rude Mechanicals will be the first professional theater in this area: “Artists need to get paid.” She also plans to do paid freelance directing in other cities, returning to Richland as her home base.

Along with other theater companies, they struggled in the pandemic, and need the community’s support to ensure their work can continue. Ellicia encourages people who are interested in getting involved, donating, or becoming a corporate or foundation sponsor to check out the Rude Mechanicals’ website at rmtheatre.org.

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27. Popular red and green plant widely used in winter floral displays 30. The Red Cross experiences shortages of this during holidays 31. ‘Festival of Lights’ celebrated by many Jewish people 32. A Freemasons branch represented by a pentagram with white, green, red, blue, and yellow points (ABBR) 34. Popular surfing beach on Maui’s southwest shore 36. “___ the season to be jolly” 40. Objects and materials from everyday life, usually used educationally 41. Psychologist Maslow proposed a hierarchy of them in 1943 43. Almost 10% of adults suffer from this, most often during sleep (UK) 44. High energy to the point of annoyance 48. Collaboratively edited/managed website that often uses a high degree of cross-referencing 49. A people that are predominantly Muslim 53. Non-native speakers of the English language can be said to speak this (ABBR) 54. Keanu Reeves returned to his famous role as this ‘chosen one’ in December 2021 Check Your Answers on TLM's Blog

branch of the ophthalmic artery 33. Short-lived Facebook reaction option that didn’t make the cut 35. What one does with objects but shouldn’t do with friends 37. Type of yōkai in Japanese folklore, often portrayed in red or blue with horns 38. Rapper Lil ___ X 39. [29 ACROSS] had two of this 42. Regulatory agency that inspects workplaces to make sure they’re safe (ABBR) 45. Noviembre and diciembre are two with many holidays (SPAN) 46. Safe diving requires the water to be this 47. Weeklong celebration of African American culture and heritage 50. Traditional 10-year anniversary gift 51. French cocktails made with crème de cassis and white wine 52. What you should do on a snowy hill (if you know what’s good for you) 54. One thing the title character of a Christmas’ ballet cracks 55. Color of the Japanese flag’s sun (JPN) 56. You’re reading the Fall/Winter one 57. With [9 DOWN]: The shortest day of the year 58. Mature female reproductive cells

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SPLEN DOR

[ˈsplendər] : noun great brightness

LOOK ON THE Brightside }

A guided journal that helps you intentionally reflect on your daily life.

As you read the questions, write down the answers that come to mind. There are no right or wrong answers, only an opportunity to intentionally reflect.

What is the first thing that you are grateful for when you wake up in the morning? When you go to bed?

What is something in the present that you are looking forward to? What about the future?

What are the top 3 things that you cherish in your life and why?

What is your greatest strength? When did you last use it?

By Michelle Clary AeP® CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, RICP®, CEO & Senior Wealth Advisor for Piton Wealth

BAL NCING A

EMOTIONS WITH GOAL-ORIENTED FINANCIAL PLANNING

We humans, I once read, learn fears as we age (except for two innate fears, of loud noises and of falling), and in my case I learned a fear of heights. Every time that I go downhill skiing with my family, the ride upwards on a chairlift reminds me of this acquired fear. And yet, without the willingness to experience the anxiety that attends being suspended dozens of feet in the air, I would never experience the exuberance, the sheer splendor, of skiing in brilliant, freshly fallen powder.

This reward of splendor, the exhilarating journey down the slope, requires constant balance and stability, but the path to the slope calls on me to work through my fear. The same flow of emotions commonly faces people when they are managing their money. Fears about money mean that emotions become unstable and out of balance.

So let’s hone in on stability and balance. Let’s not say that financial instability breeds emotional instability. Let’s say stability and balance are the path, and your goals are how your orient your stability and balance.

In my life as a financial advisor, entrepreneur, mother, wife, and Christian, among the many things that I have come to learn is that you will never be able to control completely how long and winding the path will be to your goals. You can, though, keep those goals in sight and you can orient yourself so that you maintain stability and balance in the direction of your goals.

This is true equally of money and emotions. Imbalance in one does not cause imbalance in the other. Lack of orientation toward your goals is the instability and that puts both money and emotions out of balance. Conversely, maintaining balance in finances or in emotions itself maintains balance in the other, as long as you are aligned with your goals.

Nothing says that this will be easy. This is a year where financial stability and balance prove challenging. Volatility in the markets and inflation, for example, can make it seem, and feel, as if instability is inevitable and increased risk inevitable, but that is not true. You should revisit your plans and make necessary adjustments to offset the instability that would otherwise ensue.

If you are saving for one or more major events, such as a house, vacation, education, retirement or reducing debt, but your expenses are rising because of inflation, do not abandon those goals. Update your financial plan. It may well mean extending the time frame of a plan or scaling down the goal, but maintain

a reliable balance of what you can contribute to those goals and what you will have to spend. It can also be reassuring to plan to readjust more often than you would otherwise. You do not have to dread updating your financial plan, if you keep sight of your goals and remain committed to balance. Every time that you assess your plan, make the updates in line with the balance that keeps you feeling stable emotionally.

Do not be afraid to think long-term and outside the box for ways to achieve balance. In the financial markets, for example, this year has seen volatility and downturns, but our guiding principles as financial advisers have remained stable. No matter

Do not be afraid to think long-term and outside the box.

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the scale of your budget, you can do the same. Look forward in time to your upcoming obligations and income and assess which ones will remain fixed and stable and which ones are subject to volatility. You cannot keep the prices of gas and groceries from rising, but you can look ahead for multiple months and plan how to maintain your budget over that time, rather than stress about how high next month’s costs will be.

In the holiday season, balance and stability can also require extra planning. When you plan your budget, consider the entire holiday season. After the season, plan not just to the end of January but for the months to follow. Plan for your emotional balance, too. The holiday season might bring times, events and people that prompt unsettling emotions, but you can be sure that the season offers occasions for peaceful and celebratory emotion.

Let those opportunities for splendor balance out others. A few moments of splendor can offset a great deal of other experiences. Those moments can restore balance and even lift you to where you find that you are closer to your goals than you planned or realized, just as making the way through nerve-wracking heights leads to rewarding exhilaration down the slopes.

"A moment of splendor can offset a great deal of other experiences.

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Teacher, photographer and an inspiration to everyone who meets her

Favorite Female Founder angela Johnson

By Brittany Archibald

Stepping into Angela Johnson’s West Pasco photo studio is like stepping into another world—all white floors and walls, luxurious furniture tucked into corners, the light and airy space lit by softly diffused north-facing windows. The space is a reflection of Johnson herself, whose contagious smile and buoyant friendliness makes it impossible not to feel at ease in her presence.

Half photographer, half educator, and all optimistic ambition, Johnson is reaping the rewards of a lifetime of hard work. Angela Johnson was born and raised in Sao Paulo, Brazil. She cites photography as one of her earliest passions. “I have always loved capturing moments for people since I was a little girl,” she says. “Every camera available was always handed to me followed by, ‘Angela, can you take the pictures?’ I grew up without a camera of my own, but was always given access to the best cameras available.”

Since her childhood, work and wanderlust have allowed her to travel widely: Argentina, Dominican Republic, and Mexico have been some of her favorites, with places like Greece, Portugal, Bali, and Indonesia on her list for the future. At 26, she moved to the Tri-Cities with her American husband where she continued her studies as a grad student and began her career in education. “Being with people is my passion and inspiring them to grow through education is one of the most fulfilling careers,” Johnson says. Currently, she teaches at CBC, sharing her more than 18 years of experience with her students who are studying to earn their Bachelors in Teaching.

During her time at CBC, Johnson also began to hone her creative craft, officially starting her photography business and developing her skill as a newborn photographer. Johnson loved capturing babies in those precious first days of life, and it became even

more important to her as she struggled to get pregnant herself. She said the trial made her creative practice that much more important to her; “I knew newborn photography was something I wanted to get good at, really excellent at… freezing that moment forever brings me infinite joy.”

When she discovered she was pregnant with her daughter Giulia, Johnson was overjoyed. After difficulty conceiving, she says her daughter’s birth was one of the sweetest moments of her life.

In those early days of her career, she photographed her clients’ babies in her bedroom because the light was best. With amusement, she recalls how she and her husband Eric realized one day that their bedroom was no longer a bedroom, it was a photo studio they slept in—full to the brim with props and backdrops. It was then that the idea for Glam Studios was born.

The jump from those early days of newborn photography to full-blown studio owner was not an easy one, though. While still pursuing a career in education and raising their young daughter, Johnson and her husband found a piece of land in West Pasco that would allow them to build a free-standing, 1000 square foot studio to house her photography business. They took the leap of faith and began construction. From scratch, Johnson created Glam Studios, a space defined by its wall of floor-to-ceiling windows, and fully stocked with backdrops, props, lighting equipment—anything a photographer could need to bring their vision to life.

Glam Studios opened its doors in 2019, and Johnson welcomed the Tri-Cities photography community with open arms. Beyond being an exceptional photographer and experienced educator, Angela Johnson is—put simply—a fantastic host. She is personable and warm, and goes out of her way to ensure her clients’ needs are met.

Her photography practice has expanded over the years to include weddings and fine art portraits. She has studied under Meg Bitton and Sue Bryce, and in 2020 was published in Apple Brides. She photographed 12 weddings in 2021 (“That was a lot of weddings!”), and her client base has only grown.

Her creative career as a photographer goes hand-in-hand with her career as an educator; her background in education helps her communicate her ideas to her photography clients and her creative practice helps her develop diverse lessons in her classroom. “I’m a better teacher and professor because I am a photographer and I am a better photographer because I am an educator and I thrive in an environment where relationships are at the core.”

It makes sense, then, that her newest professional adventure would marry the two. “Convo with Togs,” short for Conversations with Photographers, is “a workshop that promotes a relaxed environment to allow sharing, learning, and growing in the areas of photography, videography, and all fine artistry.” For each session, Johnson invites an experienced photographer to her space to present on their niche. With topics ranging from posing, to business management, to editing and more, Johnson’s Convo with Togs is the ultimate combination of her education background, photography experience, and passion for connecting with people.

Being in her space surrounded by the evidence of her vision, it’s so obvious that everything Johnson has ever worked for is coming together. 2022 marks the golden birthday of Johnson’s career—10 years in business. And when asked what advice she’d give women looking to go into business for themselves, she answers like a true professor:

“Always learn new things, because education in any area is essential to success.”

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DS COSMETICS/DERMATOLOGY SOLUTIONS dscosmeticstc.com 8503 W Clearwater Ave Suite B Kennewick, WA | 509.303.3428

DS Cosmetics’ goal is to help our customers build confidence while sharing with them the best skincare products and cosmetic services.

EMPOWERED HEALTH INSTITUTE empoweredhealthinstitute.com 503 Knight St Suite B Richland, WA | 509.392.7047

Empowered Health Institute, located in Richland, uses precision medicine to give the best medical care for you and your unique needs.

HAIR & BEAUTY BY MISSY hairandbeautybymissy.com

8019 W Quinault Ave Suite 101 Kennewick, WA | 509.735.7312

Missy is a hairstylist, cosmetologist, and MUA currently located at Aladdin’s Salon in Kennewick WA. Book your appointment today!

MALLEY’S COMPOUNDING PHARMACY malleyspharmacy.com 1906 George Washington Way Richland, WA | 509.943.9173

Malley’s is the local Tri-Cities source for customized compounded medications and professional grade supplements.

MID-COLUMBIA ULTRASOUND CHELSAY MORTON-GARCIA mid-columbiaultrasound.com Kennewick, WA | 509.870.0564

Mid-Columbia Ultrasound provides services to nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers and physician offices throughout Eastern Washington and Eastern Oregon.

READY SET TAN | CARESSA DE SIMONE readysettan.com Richland, WA | 509.440.3350

Ready Set Tan is a mobile spray tan service located in the Tri-Cities. Our goal is to create a positive space where you will feel your best.

RECOVER & WELLNESS CENTER OF EASTERN WASHINGTON recoveryandwellness.org 1950 Keene Rd Bldg. G Richland, WA | 509.619.0519

Recovery & Wellness covers treatment programs for eating disorders (the only facility in a 200mile radius), anxiety, and depression.

RETHINK BEAUTY PMU STUDIO KATI OLSEN rethinkbeautypmu.com 1321 N. Columbia Blvd Suite 205A, Studio #27 Kennewick, WA 509.703.6655

The Tri-Cities’ premier permanent makeup and microblading studio located in Columbia Center Mall. Book an appointment today on our website!

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BUBBLE POP PICNIC

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Bubble Pop Picnic is the pop-up picnic service designed to give you the picnic of your dreams. Contact us today to schedule yours!

FOOD & BEVERAGE

BARRACUDA COFFEE COMPANY

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Born and Brewed in the TC since 2003. Locally roasted by Charis Coffee Roasting Company.

CAVE B ESTATE WINERY

caveb.com 348 Silica Rd NW Quincy, WA | 509.785.3500

Cave B Estate Winery is a boutique, high-end winery established in 2000. Visit today for beautiful views and award-winning wine!

FRICHETTE WINERY

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A husband and wife-owned winery established in 2013, we pride ourselves on our expression of flavors while also striving to contribute to the community.

KINDER KAKERY kinderkakery.com Kennewick, WA | 480.710.9366

Custom cookies, macarons and cupcakes for any event or special day! Also available for private cookie decorating classes for a girls night, company team building, or just because!

CHRISTIE & C0

Kennewick, WA | 509.531.9895

Christie & Co takes pride in customizing your event to make it memorable and uniquely yours!

Find us on Instagram @christieandcoevents or email christieandcoevents@yahoo.com.

HOT TAMALES

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Hot Tamales is the Tri-Cities’ drivethru tamale shop. Taste the tradition and come try our tamales today!

LONGSHIP CELLARS

longshipcellars.com 404 Bradley Blvd Suite 100 Richland, WA | 509.713.7676

Family and Veteran-owned. Smallbatch, handcrafted wines made in Richland, WA.

MARLA’S COOKIE CO. marlascookieco.com West Richland, WA | 209.247.6769 Marla’s Cookie Co. tells stories through decorative sugar cookies while celebrating life’s celebrations! We also offer cookie decorating classes for all ages.

MURET-GASTON WINERY muret-gaston.com 56504 N East Roza Rd Benton City, WA | 509.581.7988

A family-owned winery that handcrafts award-winning, barrel select wines. You can now visit our new Kennewick wine bar.

WHITE GLOVE WEDDINGS & BRIDAL BAR wgweddings.com 8901 W Tucannon Ave Suite 145 Kennewick, WA | 509.310.2933

White Glove Weddings is here to help you with all your event planning needs. Located in the Pacific Northwest.

NON-VINTAGE WINES nv-wines.com 1325 Aaron Dr Suite 102 Richland, WA | 509.420.4717

A friendly boutique wine shop in the heart of Washington wine country. Specializing in rare, local, and international wines—you’re guaranteed to find the perfect bottle at any price point.

TSP BAKESHOP tspbakeshop.com 4850 Paradise Way Suite 202 West Richland, WA | 509.392.7733

TSP Bakeshop is a local patisserie that strives to bring smiles to the faces of pastry lovers everywhere.

WINE & MORE wineandmore.biz 3600 South Zintel Way Suite C Kennewick, WA | 509.582.0120

Wine & More is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of local or international wine with a gourmet bite to eat or shop for unique gifts! Located in Kennewick, Washington.

WINE SOCIAL winesocialbar.com 702 The Parkway Suite B Richland, WA | 509.420.4991

Global wine and spirits in the heart of Washington wine country. Enjoy company with friends in a classy, upscale environment, the perfect spot for a night out!

GOODS

ATOMIC ALCHEMY

atomicalchemyllc.com 226 Williams Blvd Richland, WA | 509.519.3724

The Tri-Cities’ first perfume studio, specializing in custom scents as well as a signature line. We also offer a gift shop featuring goods from local vendors.

BUTTERFLY FX| KEENA TENORIO

butterflyfxshop.com | 360.949.0359

House of Intuition & Crystal Energy. A trusted source for card readings, spiritual development, and crystal healing.

EARTH SPIRIT earthelementspirit.com 113-A W Kennewick Ave Kennewick, WA | 509.378.7650

Earth Spirit offers a selection of jewelry, home goods, and personal care in Downtown Kennewick. Founded in 2017 by Erin Sagadin.

FABRIC 108 fabric108.com 5215 W Clearwater Ave Suite 105 Kennewick, WA | 509.586.0108

Fabric 108 is the place to come for all your quilting and backing needs! We also carry pre-cuts and regular fabric.

MARKET NORTH CO.

marketnorthpasco.com 270 Helm Dr Pasco, WA | 509.710.2249

Market North is a local home and garden shop full of plants, furnishings, decor, kitchen, linens, clothing and baby items.

MOONLIGHT WICKS & BROOMSTICKS APOTHECARY

moonlightwicksandbroomsticks.com 6201 Turf Paradise Dr Pasco, WA | 509.302.3551

Moonlight Wicks and Broomsticks is a mother-daughter owned apothecary and boutique. We carry the most unique handmade and organic merchandise on the market today.

PHILOCALY LINGERIE BOUTIQUE

philocalylingerie.com 2417 W Kennewick Ave Kennewick, WA | 509.795.1983

Named after the Greek word for ‘love of beauty,’ Philocaly specializes in helping everyone who walks through our doors to leave feeling beautiful.

SOUTH PINE GIFT CO. southpinegiftco.com 509.987.5809

Lifestyle gift boxes for contemporary giving. Creating custom and readyto-ship curated gift boxes for businesses, events and everyday occasions. Elevated, unique and a gift experience that leaves a lasting impression.

UPTOWN ANTIQUE MARKET

@uptownantiquemarket

1365 George Washington Way Richland, WA | 509.943.6077

Located in the historic Uptown! If you love vintage—we’ve got it! Gifts, furniture, clothing, home decor, handcrafted, upcycled and more!

XENOPHILE BOOKS

xenophilebooks.com 2240 Robertson Dr Richland, WA | 509.375.7505

Xenophile Books is the most unusual Rare Bookstore in this quadrant of the universe! From science fiction to horror, there’s no limit to what you might find here.

HOME & LIFESTYLE SERVICES

A-ONE REFRIGERATION & HEATING aonerefrigeration.com 910 N 20th Ave Pasco, WA | 509.642.6682

A-One Refrigeration and Heating is here for all of your HVAC and energy needs. Locally owned, and trusted to always get the job done right.

GUTTER GIRL waguttergirl.com 1600 W Clark St Suite C Pasco, WA | 509.873.6654

A local gutter company serving residents and business owners in the Tri-Cities. If you need a repair, replacement or cleaning service, you can count on us.

IN4ORMED BENEFITS SOLUTIONS

JOLENE JOHNSON in4ormedbenefits.com 4528 W 26th Ave Suite 140 Kennewick, WA | 509.366.9305

In4ormed Benefits Solutions is here to help you determine the best group health insurance policy(s) for your employees. No matter the size of your business or organization, Jolene is here to help.

MILLER’S ELECTRIC SERVICES, LLC millerselectricoftc.com West Richland, WA | 509.948.8402

Miller’s Electric Services, LLC is a family owned electrical business based in Tri-Cities, Washington. We look forward to making your next electrical project a success.

MIRAGE POOL & SPA swimmirage.com 7422 W Clearwater Ave Kennewick WA | 509.735.2000

Founded in 2004, Mirage Pool and Spa strive to make sure your unique backyard needs are met with the best quality products, service and value.

ROBERTS JONES LAW

robertsjoneslaw.com 8530 W Grandridge Blvd Suite 200 Kennewick, WA | 509.992.1529

Roberts Jones Law is experienced and dedicated to protecting the legal rights of accident victims and their families across Washington state. Located in Seattle and the Tri-Cities.

SALUS DISABILITY LAW

salus-law.com | 206.485.4066

Salus Law is committed to providing quality Social Security Disability Representation Nationwide.

TC BLACK tricitiesblack.com | 509.596.1248

Private black car transportation with a background checked professional driver. Catering to business executives, winery tours, airport transport, and events.

THE CONFIDENT ENTREPRENEUR confidententrepreneur.net 2417 W Kennewick Ave Kennewick, WA | 509.531.1653

Integrative Life & Business Coach For Entrepreneurs. Here to help you design a life and a business that you love.

WHITE GLOVE DETAILING wgdtricities.com 5204 W Okanogan Pl Suite 160 Kennewick, WA | 509-870-7303

A veteran owned business striving to provide quality detailing service to the Tri-Cities. Open Monday through Friday 8-5.

PET SERVICES

HORSE HEAVEN HILLS PET URGENT CARE horseheavenhillspeturgentcare.com 3315 W Clearwater Ave Suite 100 Kennewick, WA | 509.581.0647

Horse Heaven Hills Pet Urgent Care is an urgent/ER facility that provides skilled and compassionate care for pets in need!

RECREATION

CROSSFIT 12 STONES

crossfit12stones.com 101 N Union St Suite 209 Kennewick, WA | 509.531.6072

CrossFit 12 Stones offers personal training, small group training, nutrition, CrossFit, HIIT. Getting fit starts here.

REAL ESTATE

LYDIA MESSENGER REALTOR lydiamessenger.withwre.com 490 Bradley Blvd Richland, WA | 509.578.4778

Lydia Messenger is a Windermere realtor whose expertise and care will add peace of mind throughout the entire home buying process.

LEGACY JIU-JITSU ACADEMY

legacyjiujitsu.com 1324 Jadwin Ave Richland, WA | 509.438.6955

Legacy Jiu-Jitsu Academy, located at the Uptown Shopping Center in Richland, is dedicated to teaching you and your family the fundamentals of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai.

RETTER & COMPANY SOTHBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY rcsothebysrealty.com 329 N Kellogg Kennewick, WA | 509.783.8811

Uniting extraordinary homes with extraordinary lives. Dedicated to bettering the communities in which we thrive.

THRIVE DANCE thrivecreativedance.com 610 The Parkway Richland, WA | 509.578.1117

Incredibly fun dance training for busy families who value creativity and kindness.