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With seven miles of sandy beach and unlimited fun, Rockaway Beach on the north Oregon Coast is a favorite getaway for generations of families. Easy to get to, and with lots of lodging options, it’s the place to make family memories and traditions.

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Clamming & Crabbing The tastiest seafood is the kind you catch yourself. All you need are the right tools and a proper license, easily available in Rockaway Beach and at local marinas. Toss a crab ring off a dock, or get a shovel and dig!

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Rockaway Beach is filled with wonderful shops and restaurants. You'll find that special treasure, ice cream flavor, favorite bakery and delicious seafood.

Ride the rails along the coastline from Rockaway Beach to Garibaldi and back again. Hop on during spring break, or catch the train any day from summer through fall.

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Rockhounding Old Growth Cedar Wetlands Trail The oldest resident in Rockaway Beach is a mammoth Western Red Cedar. At 49 feet in circumference, it is also among Oregon’s largest trees. An easy, ADAfriendly trail leads through a wetlands preserve to the famous tree.

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Winter surf brings treasures for rockhounds at low tide. Stay safe out there! Keep an eye on the ocean.

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The Mercedes Benz Vision EQXX. An efficiency masterpiece proving the technology that will make it’s way into series production.

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"And so with sunshine and the great bursts of leaves growing on the trees, just as things grow in fast movies, I had that familiar conviction the life was beginning over again with summer."

— F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby

Publisher's Update IS IT THE ROARING (20)20'S NOW?

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THE THEME OF THIS ISSUE IS "MOVING FORWARD" BECAUSE IT SEEMS LIKE WE'RE ALL PRETTY READY TO DO THAT. WELL, EXCEPT FOR ONE GUY. It seems like we're on the brink of semi-back-to-normal, and since when was "normal" so exciting? Since now I guess. I for one cannot wait to be able to hit the trail and meet people and do things like we did in the "before times."

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Up until last week anyway, when the shirtless wonder in Russia decided to invade a country for no reason other than the fact that they were kind of throwing shade on his decades long vanity dictator project, what with all that successful democracy and all.

Things were looking pretty good. It all kind of leaves us longing for a simpler time when all we had to worry about was nuclear missiles pointed at us from Cuba -- wait, who was behind that again?

Let's all hope that things return to an even keel of peace, freedom, democracy and eating in crowded restaurants -- SOON!

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Speaking of, every year for a few years now, House of Noodle in Albany either places, or downright wins our "best Asian food" category in our summer Best of the Valley contest. We decided to check it out for ourselves. Now we see what all the fuss is about, great place to eat! Check the article in this issue.

If you missed it in the last issue, Kinn Edwards, co-owner of del Alma in Corvallis has shared the secret to six of his signature cocktails which will be revealed in each issue of 2022.

He's been bartending for a long time, and he's got it down. So if you'd like to just stay in and drink, which seems perfectly reasonable at this point, check out Kinn's recipe for the "Sergeant Pepper" on page 49.

We went and checked out Shift EV in Albany. They're a small company specializing in one-off classic car electrifications. They do some amazing work, like turning a classic Rolls Royce once owned by Johnny Cash into a stealth Tesla Model S in Rolls clothing.

Maybe for a starter trip for summer 2022, you'd like to check out the Walla Walla Guitar Festival? It's a short drive, and looks pretty cool! See page 13.

Hoping for a quick resolution to the European "situation" and a long, warm, sunny, fun-filled summer ahead.

Thanks as always for reading Willamette Living.

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This extravaganza kicks off by meeting at the Farmers' Market and parading in animal- and nature-themed masks and costumes down to Eric Scott McKinley skate park. Here participate in a Solutions Fair with activities, art and music by local organizations.

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Walla Walla Gets Tuned Up For the 11th Annual Walla Walla Guitar Festival.

FROM STRUMMING TO PICKING TO POWER CHORDS, THE 11TH ANNUAL WALLA WALLA GUITAR FESTIVAL RETURNS MARCH 11-13 TO SOME OF DOWNTOWN WALLA WALLA’S MOST POPULAR INDOOR AND OUTDOOR VENUES. The three-day event will delight guitar aficionados and novices alike, with more than two dozen national, regional, and local acts appearing at six venues, all within walking distance of downtown.

In addition to headliners Joanna Connor at The LARGE Show and The Opening Concert with Nick Schnebelen, the festival features an acoustic showcase

from virtuoso Carl Tosten, a Saturday night multi-venue guitar crawl, a Sunday morning gospel brunch, and a Sunday afternoon jazz show. To amplify the festival lineup, numerous Walla Walla wineries will pair world-class wines with guitar-centric gigs throughout the weekend. Festival attendees can choose from a variety of ticket options, ranging from single-day passes to all-inclusive lodging packages.

“For obvious reasons it has been a while since Walla Walla has been able to safely host an event of this magnitude, and we’re excited to welcome back the Walla Walla Guitar Festival for an 11th year,” said Cara Jacobson, marketing director for

Visit Walla Walla. “With spring-like weather typically arriving to the valley in early March, the festival is a perfect opportunity to sneak away to Walla Walla for a few days of live music, wine tasting, dining, and relaxation.”

The Walla Walla Guitar Festival which is directed by Robin Barrett and funded in part by the City of Walla Walla, Walla Walla County, the Union Bulletin, and Locati Cellars, showcases local and national guitarists during a three-day event each year in March. Attendees can enjoy hearing musicians play in a variety of intimate venues including The Marcus Whitman Hotel, VFW Post 992, The Walla Walla Eagles, Henry Earl Wines, and Plumb Cellars.

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THE LEAD

Nick Schnebelen

For more information about the Walla Walla Guitar Festival including a complete lineup of performers and venues, or to purchase festival tickets, passes, or lodging packages, visit wallawallaguitarfestival.com.

For information about planning a visit to Walla Walla, visit www.wallawalla.org.

WHAT:

11th Annual Walla Walla Guitar Festival

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More than two dozen national, regional, and local performers taking the stage at six indoor and outdoor venues throughout downtown.

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Friday, March 11 — Sunday, March 13

WHERE: Downtown Walla Walla, WA 99362 About Walla Walla: As the unofficial capital of Washington wine country, Walla Walla is home to more than 120 wineries, a nationally recognized culinary scene, access to an abundance of outdoor recreation, and

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an arts & entertainment scene that rivals cities many times its size. This community of just over 30,000 residents is known for many things, including its friendliness and hospitality, the quality of its wine, and of course the famous Walla Walla Sweet Onion. An easy and scenic four-hour drive from Seattle, Portland, or Boise, Walla Walla can also be accessed via Alaska Airlines daily non-stop flights from Seattle.

2022 FESTIVAL LINEUP (Updated Feb. 12) JOANNA CONNOR NICK SCHNEBELEN COYOTE KINGS w/TIPH THE STACY JONES BAND LISA MANN & HER REALLY GOOD BAND THE CHRIS EGER BAND JUNKYARD JANE'S 25th ANNIVERSARY DIEGO ROMERO w/LAU PAULA ROSE JUSTYN PRIEST VAUGHN JENSEN CARL TOSTEN THE WASTELAND KINGS GARY WINSTON & REAL DEAL GOSPEL NATE MILLER & THE FUNKTION SHANKS PONY JOJO'S MOJO EOGHAN MURPHY RICK PHILLIPS & LANCE SMITH GARY & ERIKA PATRICK BYRNES DENNY SEDAM TERRY LAMONT

LOCAL BUSINESS

Owner Kirk Swaney stands next to a Tesla battery pack.

SHIFT EV WHILE WE ALL WAIT FOR THE NEXT THING TO BE REVEALED FROM TESLA, GM, FORD, OR SMALLER INDEPENDENT ELECTRIC VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS, SHIFT EV IN ALBANY IS MOVING FORWARD WITH VEHICLE ELECTRIFICATION ON THEIR OWN TERMS. Kirk Swaney, like so many of our clever locals in business is a former "HP guy" (that's Hewlett Packard if you're not familiar).

His intrest in electric vehicles was sparked by an electric vehicle competition that was at the time, part of Corvallis' DaVinci Days, a multi day festival celebrating some of the concepts developed by it's namesake, Leonardo. Kirk put together a team at HP, got the A-OK from the boss, and they were off to the races, so to speak. As time passed, and HP began to reorganize, Kirk saw an exit from the corporate world, and he took it. He formed Shift EV in 2009, and things are going well.

Kirk has participated in numerous electrification projects ranging from a Rolls Royce that was at one time owned by Johnny Cash, to various Porsche 911's, to an electric helicopter, to entries in Electrathon America. Electrathon America is an organization

of enthusiasts who compete with each other building super-efficient electric vehicles. The Shift EV website says: " Our work has been featured at shows like SEMA, set many records in speed, acceleration, and altitude. We are proud of the many projects titled as 'the first-ever.' It is in our DNA to develop new and better ways to use the latest available EV technology."

The day I visited Shift EV, Kirk was in the thick of a "resto-electromod" of an old VW bug. It's pretty amazing what he's able to do with the skills he's developed. This is definitely not your hippie grandma's bug! The car is owned by a Seattleite, who connected with Kirk to bring it into the new electric vehicle age with an extensive upgrade of... pretty much everything.

As far as I could see, all systems are go for launch, and aside from the silent operation, no one will be the wiser that it's not just a cool old "v-dub" convertible. These old VW's were originally fitted with a semi-reliable, fuel efficient 36 to 57 horsepower motor.

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Surprise! You don't have to look in here every day anymore!

So clean, so cool.

The old and the new. Old chrome VW rim, new battery pack. Put the top down and hang on to your hat!

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with this futuristic machine. Not only is the motor an electric wonder, the ancillary components are also much, much improved from the original, barely working right out of the showroom state.

down low too, for example the heater is activated by the original knobs, and the original brake light, which no one really used, or knew why it was there, is now an indicator for the state of the electric motor. It looks stock.

The original wipers, jokingly referred to in an old parts catalog as "der wasserflippin" were kind of exactly that. You'd turn them on and hope they held out. The heater in the original bug was more of a heresay than an actual working unit. I remember you'd turn it on, or hope you did, crank the knobs around a bit, and pray for heat. The beauty of an electric motor is that it allows one to also upgrage to things like an electric heater that blasts out heat! Kirk has done an excellent job of keeping the surprise under the deck lid on the

Under the trunk lid, sits a Tesla battery bank, repurposed by Shift EV to fit perfectly while mainitaining a good weight balance so as not to effect handling -- which Kirk has upgraded anyway. Kirk says this car won't have a huge range, but plenty for a day of cruising around.

He also showed me a website called www.plugshare.com -- it shows on a map, all the nearby charging locations, and what type of charger they are. There are more than I thought.

Go check it out.

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The Electrathon America rig.

You want great mileage? This is the car for you!

Kirk began operations in his own garage, and has now expanded to a bigger working space in Albany. His Electrathon car hangs from the ceiling, and he has cool stuff sitting around all over, like the 3D printer pictured to the left.

If he needs a part, he prints it!

His is a former HP Guy after all.

A 3D printer for prototyping, or small parts. Cool.

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On his desk there is a little, surprisingly brief handbook for the new owner of Johnny Cash's Rolls. The handbook spells out what to do for first responders as far as turning off the juice, and just a few things for the new owner - it's pretty maintenance free!

Also on his desk is a little model A/C Cobra - a nod to the real one he's been working on. He says it will be able to take on the original version, and that's saying something.

Kirk can electrify most any car, but it's a bespoke process.

It doesn't happen overnight, and it isn't cheap, but man are they cool when they're done!

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Sweet Seventeen

Deepwoods Plant Sale

For more information, or to list your own event, visit www.WillametteLiving.com/Events March 14 – April 10

Sweet Seventeen Show Currents Gallery 532 NE 3rd St. McMinnville, OR 97128 503-435-1316 www.currentsgallery.com

To commemorate Currents Gallery’s Seventeenth Anniversary, we'll feature seventeen of our patrons’ favorite artists.

Every month we present a new show on our feature walls and re-hang and refresh all the other walls and displays in the gallery. Check out our website for a full schedule of the year’s events.

March 17 • 12 – 1:30 PM

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Please register here for this free workshop: https://bit.ly/cbcplprivacysecurity Learn about threat modeling, encryption, malware, private browsing and searching, secure passwords, and much more in this free, librarian-led workshop.

March 18 • 9 AM – 3 PM

Deepwood Plant Sale

Deepwood Museum & Gardens 1116 Mission St. SE Salem, OR 97302 503-363-1825 deepwoodmuseum.org Our annual Plant Sale is happening on Friday, March 18th, and Saturday, March 19th, from 9am to 3pm both days! Shop for hard-to-find native and companion plants, yard decor, pottery, and more!

A portion of all proceeds benefit Deepwood’s preservation and programs.

All current COVID-19 indoor requirements will be followed at the time of the sale.

April 10 • 4 - 5 PM

Festival Chorale Oregon presents Schubert’s Mass No. 6 Elsinore Theatre 170 High St. SE Salem, OR 97301 https://elsinoretheatre.com

Festival Chorale Oregon makes their joyous return to singing after a two-year hiatus, performing Schubert’s Mass No. 6 in E flat major. Franz Schubert was a genius, of course, known for his exquisite melodies and rich harmonies. Scholar Brian Newbould has called Schubert’s Mass No. 6 “the triumph and swansong of [Schubert’s] career.”Founding artistic director Solveig Holmquist conducts the 80-voice choir and symphonic orchestra.

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Albany Riverfront Community Center is Open!

Owned and managed by Albany Parks & Recreation, the Riverfront Community Center (formerly known as the Albany Senior Center), is a vibrant place where people of all ages, interests and abilities can gather for lifelong fitness, learning, socializing, recreation, and celebration.

At 10,000 square feet, the Riverfront Community Center features many amenities, including: • 4,000 square-feet of event space • Coffee shop and gathering areas • Beautiful outdoor space along the riverfront • Private classrooms, meeting rooms, & more The Riverfront Community Center is still providing the programs and activities that seniors know and love including card games, quilting, scrabble, Meals on Wheels, and free informational programs.

We are simply expanding our reach into the community with expanded new offerings, including family and youth programs along with a fun new coffee shop. We are excited to welcome you back!

Grand Re-Opening Celebration Thursday, March 24 8:30-10:00am Senior “Sneak Peak” 2:00-4:00pm – Community Celebration 489 NW Water Ave, Albany

Nationally Celebrated SkinSpirit Opens in Portland Demand for aesthetic medical-grade skin, face and body care brings spa-like setting to Nob Hill SkinSpirit, a leading destination for medical-grade aesthetic skin, face and body care in the U.S. Opened its doors in Portland on Feb. 17. The company’s first location in Oregon offers an extensive menu of medical-grade treatments, including award-winning facials and custom-tailored aesthetic skin, face and body services. The Portland clinic marks the 21st location for SkinSpirit nationally as the number one provider of Botox® cosmetic and dermal fillers in the U.S. With national accolades, the Pacific Northwest-based company opens the Nob Hill location at with a staff of highly trained nurse practitioners and aestheticians under the guidance of a team of medical directors, including Stanford-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Dean Vistnes. SkinSpirit provides all the luxuries of a spa experience with expert-backed services designed to provide real, natural-looking results.

“Portland is such a vibrant and lively community, and it was a natural fit for SkinSpirit,” said CEO and Co-Founder Lynn Heublein. “The community prides itself on health and wellness, and our goal is to create a destination where Portlandians can feel their best with the help of our award-winning and personalized services and comprehensive approach.”

The new 3,000 square-foot clinic features nine service rooms and offers a curated

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selection of skin and body products from leading medical-grade lines. To ensure the highest quality of care, the clinic follows the most stringent health and hygiene protocols and is taking additional steps such as health screenings, social distancing, added safety equipment and heightened sanitation measures. Clients to the clinic can expect superior levels of skill and service.

Located in the Nob Hill neighborhood, SkinSpirit is in good company – the historic area is home to an array of elevated shops, restaurants and health and wellness retailers. SkinSpirit has 21 locations throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, Southern California, Washington and Texas.

For more information or to book an appointment, visit www.skinspirit.com or call (971) 369-7400.

On Thursday, March 10, SkinSpirit will host a grand opening event alongside JoyRx, a Children’s Cancer Association.

For all services booked at the event, SkinSpirit will donate 10% of proceeds to JoyRx along with a $5,000 donation.

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FROM THE DESPERATELY NEEDED ASAP DEPARTMENT...

Democracy in action. Photographer: Marisa Frink, YMCA of Douglas County

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he Oregon State Capitol Foundation announces a new sponsorship program with $50,000 in sponsorship funds available for its inaugural program.

The Capitol Foundation encourages organizations advancing the understanding and involvement of Oregon’s democratic processes and governmental history to apply for this new Civics Education Initiative. Applications are due March 31, 2022.

The Capitol Foundation sponsorships are for organizations with new or existing civics education programs designed to deepen knowledge about and provide firsthand experience with Oregon’s state and local governments. The Capitol Foundation intends to support a wide range of programs with sponsorships varying in amounts. Civics Education Initiative sponsorship awards will: •

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Provide experiences for Oregonians to learn about the fundamentals of Oregon’s government and processes.

Inspire civic engagement and public service.

Support travel costs for youth and adult groups to visit our Capitol.

Develop and promote exhibits, videos and lectures about Capitol history, local and state government and the Oregonians who made it happen.

Conduct research or the advanced study of significant academic topics.

“Since this program is new, we expect to receive a variety of creative responses. We invite educators, advocates and academics to apply for funding,” said Judy Hall, Capitol Foundation board chair.

“With more than $50,000 set aside for this program, part of our evaluation will be based on how well the applicant’s pro-

gram aligns with the Capitol Foundation’s mission to preserve our Capitol, share its history and engage Oregonians in our democracy.”

Applicants must have the capacity to deliver the programs proposed and the ability to effectively reach significant audiences. Applications are due by March 31, 2022, with initial awards announced

by May 15, 2022. Forms received after the March 31 deadline are eligible for awards later if there are available funds.

For questions, additional information or to apply for the Civics Education Initiative, go to www.oregoncapitolfoundation. org/#CEI or email Genoa Ingram, Capitol Foundation executive director, at: oscf@oregoncapitolfoundation.org.

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Art in the Mid-Valley

“There are no rules. That is how art is born, how breakthroughs happen. Go against the rules or ignore the rules. That is what invention is about.” – Helen Frankenthaler

Julie Green, The Last Supper: Final Plates "Canticle" - Tim Timmerman

"The Conversation" - Tatyana Ostapenko

By Brian Egan SPRING FLOWERS, WITH THEIR BURSTS OF COLOR ARE AN INSPIRATION TO MANY ARTISTS. Blossoms simply open up, turn towards the light and bask in the sun. The artist grabs paints and easel, runs out to a field between rain showers and attempts to capture the luscious landscape on canvas. This dance between subject and painter has gone on for thousands of years and is a part of human nature as we strive to bring natural beauty into our homes for year-round enjoyment.

The Howland Community Open continues at The Arts Center until March 31.

This annual event is a showcase of local talent, featuring professional and amateur artists of all ages. The work of over 150 artists is displayed on the Main Gallery walls for the enjoyment of all visitors.

Many of the pieces are for sale so please visit the show and support your favorite local artist.

The Benton County Historical Society opens 2 shows at different locations in March. The first exhibition is the Philomath Museum’s longest running tradition and is a “must see” for family and friends of the young artists. The show titled Art: the 4th “R” opens on March 11th and ends on April 9th in the Moreland Auditorium. This year marks the 40th Anniversary exhibit of this K-12 Philomath student art tradition.

Julie Green, The Last Supper: Final Plates runs from now until July 3 at the Corvallis Museum. Nationally renowned artist and OSU art professor Julie Green began this series of paintings in the 1990s after reading about the final meals of

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those on death row in Oklahoma. This is the first exhibition of the final 200 pieces in this series. In a 2020 artist statement Green wrote “For me, a final meal request humanizes death row.” Julie originally intended to continue this body of work until capital punishment is abolished, but announced that it would end at 1,000 plates after a cancer diagnosis. Green passed away in October 2021. An earlier version of this series was exhibited at The Arts Center in 2013 and was memorable for its profound effect on visitors.

April brings an exciting new show to The Arts Center: LOOKING AT YOU, featuring artists Tim Timmerman and Tatyana Ostapenko. Observing people in their actions, movements and intentions is not new to artists. Humanity is so diverse that such examinations give endless possibilities and will naturally have very different outcomes. We found Tim Timmerman (Newberg) and Tatyana Ostapenko (Portland) both focusing on people from their backgrounds.

Timmerman comes from a traditional Christian background in Kansas. Christianity has a strong tradition in symbolism and Timmerman’s work is full of that. He creates paintings and assemblages. In his own words: The power of friendship, brotherhood, and what it is to be a man in the 21st century are vital parts of my life and work. Art for me is an integral part of the human experience and continues to be a place to be authentic and share hope, and the irony and blessings of life in all its beauty and mess.

Tatyana Ostapenko spent her formative years in post-Soviet Ukraine. Her choice of

subject matter (babushkas), their placement and movement in the field of the picture, her sense of composition certainly has roots in Soviet hyperrealism. But that is where it stops. Ostapenko extended her subject matter to the iconic doll, so part of western culture: Barbie. Her style is also very far removed from the Soviet art.

Instead of hyperrealism Ostapenko works in fast bold brushstrokes, abstracts the figures and surroundings and quite often leaves the faces without any detail. “My paintings are in equal measure a wistful childhood memory and critical inquiry into the recent history of former Soviet Union and the daily lives of people who will never make it to the official historical records.”

This show starts on April 4 and ends on May 14, with a reception on Thursday, April 7, 5:30- 7:30 pm and an Art for Lunch (artist talk) April 14, 12 - 1 pm.

The Corvallis Art Walk (CAW) takes place on March 17th and April 21st. A list of artists and venues can be found at www.corvallisartswalk.com

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GOOD READS

All About Love: New Visions by bell hooks

Bewilderment

by Richard Powers

Duke, Actually

by Jenny Holiday

Presenting radical new ways to think about love, the acclaimed cultural critic, feminist, and author examines the role of love in our personal and professional lives and how it can be used to end struggles between individuals, communities, and societies. Reader's Guide available.

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A widowed astrobiologist and single father to a troubled son contemplates an experimental neurofeedback treatment that trains the boy on the recorded patterns of his mother’s brain in the new novel from the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Overstory. (Fiction)

Under pressure by his family to marry, a playboy baron becomes determined to befriend a no-nonsense, but single professor he met at a wedding, for friendship and distraction in the new novel from the author of A Princess for Christmas. (Fiction)

Are You Eating Candy Without Me?

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Chemistry: a Novel

by Weike Wang

A heartwarming tribute to the relatable childhood fear of missing out finds children from four different families imagining wild scenarios about what they think their parents do all day, from jumping on trampolines to riding birthday ponies. (Kids Picture Book)

Losing her love for her major when her graduate studies become subject to research failures and high pressure, a Boston University student contemplates a marriage proposal from a more successful fellow scientist while she pursues an entirely different kind of chemistry.

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Disguised as a boy in order to pursue her dream of becoming a talented Dragoneye, Eon completes her four-year apprenticeship and prepares to face real challenges in the dangerous world of the Imperial court, but when the evil Lord Ido finds out about her secret, the situation becomes even more perilous.

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A Declaration Of The Rights Of Magicians

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The Five : The Untold Lives Of The Women Killed By Jack The Ripper

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An alternate-world tale of revolution and wonder follows necromancer Robespierre’s revolutionary outcry and weather mage Toussaint L’Ouverture’s slave revolt before newly elected Prime Minister William Pitt considers the legalization of magic for commoners. (Fiction)

Researched portraits of the five women murdered by Jack the Ripper in 1888 challenge popular beliefs to reveal each victim's historically relevant and diverse background while discussing the cultural and gender disadvantages that rendered them vulnerable. (Nonfiction)

Haunted for refusing to kill an injured comrade who begged to be spared an agonizing death, a World War I Chocolat soldier from Senegal begins killing enemy soldiers as penance, earning a sinister reputation along the way. (Fiction) CURATED BY OUR FRIENDS AT THE PUBLIC LIBRARY!

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The Folk Keeper

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L. A. Weather

by Maria Amparo Escandón

Marilla of Green Gables

by Sarah McCoy

Corinna is the keeper of the gate of the world below where all the fierce folk reside, yet knowing that she is not one of the evil people, she begins to ask questions about herself in this fantastical tale for middle readers. (Kids Fiction)

Follows the Los Angeles-based Alvarado family as they take critical looks at their internal and external relationships while struggling with a fierce local drought, impending evacuations, secrets, deception, betrayal and making some tough decisions. (Fiction)

The New York Times best-selling author of The Baker's Daughter imagines the life of farm girl Marilla Cuthbert from Montgomery's classic series and describes how premature responsibilities end her dreams and inspire her secret work as an abolitionist. (Fiction)

Mindhunter: Inside the FBI's Elite Serial Crime Unit

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Homeland

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The Last Tourist

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Drizzt Do'Urden, a Dark Elf, finds adventure, peril, and awesome magical power as he confronts the underground civilization of the evil and treacherous matriarchal race of Drow elves. (Fiction)

Retired agent Milo Weaver has his hideout in the Western Sahara invaded by a young CIA analyst who questions him about suspicious deaths and the possible return of the Tourists, in the fourth novel of the series following An American Spy. (Fiction)

Special Agent John Douglas takes a look back at his 25-year career in which he pursued and interviewed some of the most notorious and sadistic serial killers in the nation, including Charles Manson, Ted Bundy, and Ed Gein. Douglas shares his unique ability to predict the actions of killers and victims, and takes the reader through a tour of each crime scene.

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hile some styles remain timeless, it does seem that each new year delivers fresh directions and applications in the home design realm.

There are a few trends that appear to be rising to the top. We thought we would let you in on our design forecast! Are any of these relatable choices for you and your family?

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Statement Lighting Was there ever a day when the lighting in our homes was merely functional or has it always reflected our personal style as well?

It is likely that our light fixtures have always made a decorative statement, but the expression of this will become even more pronounced this year. If you follow any design pages, it is likely you have noticed this up-and-coming trend. Oversized lamps, chandeliers and pendants will present themselves as artwork, becoming the defining centerpieces in many homes. Locally sourced and handmade light pieces are continuing to gain popularity, while vintage lighting is making its comeback.

A Color Tide In recent years many have opted to keep their kitchens neutral, but we are noticing a move to inject some interest in that space by introducing a broader range of colors. Expect to see subtle or even vivid hues incorporated through cabinetry, wall color or backsplashes. Handmade tile, Moroccan and Spanish tile and other patterned tiles will all contribute to this splashy trend.

Moody paint choices such as rich blues, blacks and greens are on the uptick in kitchens and throughout the home.

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Of course, not everyone is into the showy effect…White subway tile is still on trend, however there is a slight twist on this familiar favorite. It is now trending toward an elongated version. The classic 3” x 6” tiles have graduated to 3” x 12” or 2” x 8”, lending to a more spacious, open impression.

One Space, Many Uses Adjusting to the pandemic, an astounding number have found themselves working and schooling from home. With the increased time at home many have realized that their space must be multi-functional and efficient… an uncluttered place they enjoy. For some, this has prompted a decision to remodel. In one of our current design projects, we are utilizing one area to include a laundry, mudroom, pantry, and dog-wash station. We envision this catch-all concept will serve as a hub for everyday family function. Many are now claiming their dining areas for other uses, and then recovering the lost eating area in an island bar or banquette style seating tucked into a kitchen nook. Islands can also double as bookcases with shelving built into one or both ends. What an inventive storage solution! Dual-purpose furni-

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ture is becoming prevalent with many clever designs born out of necessity: desks that pull down from the wall, dining tables that fold into benches or console tables, and murphy beds which can transform a bedroom into an office space.

Staging Tranquility Couldn’t we all benefit from a bit of peace these days? It’s no wonder that many are steering their home décor and design choice to accomplish a serene atmosphere. Bedrooms are returning to calm, mellow sleep sanctuaries. Black out curtains, mood lighting, soothing color palettes, and layers of comforting textures all lend to an inviting retreat.

Bathroom designs are reflecting this “tranquility trend” as well.

One popular design feature homeowners are selecting is heated flooring. While they are relatively inexpensive and easy to install, they certainly contribute to a spa-like experience. To this same end, showers finished with multiple showerheads, body sprays or rainfall showerheads are becoming the favored pick.

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tendency to shy away from sharper angles and edges and gravitate towards softer curves, circular elements and rounded details. This will appear in arched doorways, curvy cabinetry details, rounded countertops, home furnishings and more. Soft to the eye, this trend is a gentle design nuance.

Mixed Greens In keeping with the calming theme, plenty of designers are bringing the outdoors into the home. As we saw last year, incorporating an abundance of house plants and foliage is a popular way to bring life to a space. Even paint choice delivers this feel, with colors that mimic the outdoors, such as olive, eucalyptus, teal and jade. Research has shown that these nature-inspired hues serve to reduce stress and blood pressure, while encouraging productivity! The cottagecore style which we saw in 2021 will keep its presence in 2022. It’s use of greens and floral prints are compatible with this out-of-doors inclination. The charm of this idyllic cottage genre is reminiscent of the “the good ole days,” a time which we perceive as simpler and more stable.

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ika is a Swedish tradition/ritual that we all need to adopt! Fika is a noun and a verb, ie. "let's fika!" The point is to take a break, with friends, or soon-to-be friends, and just relax over a good cup of coffee or tea. There are many interpretations on how to do it right. Some say there have got to be seven kinds of cookies. Too many and you're showing off, less than seven and you're stingy. One constant however seems to be the requirement for "Princess Cake" a sponge cake, topped with a generous mound of whipped cream and then enrobed in a marzipan shell.

Another key seems to be the cinnamon bun, or cardamom bun. But, who among us

Above: Baristas at Tried & True in South Corvallis, ready to apply their skills. has ever even seen a cardamom bun? Pretty sure they are a very Swedish thing, like you only see them in Sweden. When you get right down to it, it seems a sugary treat is the main goal, so any of our local coffee stops will be happy to oblige you there.

In Sweden, they take this seriously, employees at Volvo are required to fika, as are the workers at Ikea. The Scandanavian countries have brought some great concepts to the table before, Hygge, Swedish Fish, Abba -- fika is another great idea who's time has come in America. Let's do it! The following are some great places to begin practicing.

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COOL COFFEE STOPS

Kell's Koffee

136 SW 2nd St. Downtown Corvallis www.facebook.com/kellskoffee

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A tiny spot that is big on flavor, Kell's Koffee serves up all the standards like coffee, espresso, and latte's. But there's a twist, Dillon Kell, the owner, is from Hawaii, and likes to share a couple of extra favorites from his hometown, shave ice and poké bowls!

Definitely not your standard coffee shop treats, but how good will a shave ice be in July when it's a million degrees out!? Like all good, local coffee purveyors, Kells works with a local (Eugene) roaster Farmers Union.

120 SW Cummings Ave. in South Corvallis. www.triedandtruecoffee.co Great snacks, friendly baristas and a very cool spot. Tried and True should be at the top of your local coffee list. Serving up local (very local) Bespoken Coffee, every cup is supremely delicious.

This location has an outdoor area that is perfect to hang out and enjoy, when it warms up a bit! Tried & True also has a downtown Corvallis location on Madison just east of 2nd. St.

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550 S. Main St. in Lebanon www.mugslebanon.com Serving up great Cascadia coffee, Mugs also offers smoothies made from frozen fruit, almond milk and 100% juice with no added sugar, and a pretty extensive food menu from carrots and hummus, to a Turkey Club Wrap, to grilled cheese. Also check out their "superfood lattes" Matcha, Turmeric Citrus, or Beetroot Cocoa -they sound pretty great, right!? Plenty of seating including a cozy upstairs loft with (of course) wifi for the students or just to make a quick check of the email.

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A great hangout, Margin is also known as "Albany's Living Room."

Great coffee, great snacks and a great mission to bring out the best in local youth. As they say: "serving coffee, desserts, and the greater good."

Lot's of great seating, wifi, and great (house roasted) coffee. Plus treats! Hard to go wrong here.

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An expansive space with great coffe and teas from all over the world. The space is a gem in the community and, fun fact, if you get on the website and reserve, they will hold a conference room for your group, for free!

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Family Volunteerism: Teaching Kids Civic Responsibility Offers Rewards for All

“Remember that the happiest people are not those getting more, but those giving more.”

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VOLUNTEERING IS AN EXCELLENT WAY FOR FAMILIES TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THEIR COMMUNITIES AND OFFERS LOTS OF BENEFITS TO THOSE WHO VOLUNTEER THEIR TIME AND SKILLS. First and foremost, nothing is more rewarding than knowing you've made a difference in someone's life. What's more, volunteering raises kids' sense of civic responsibility. It also makes for an excellent family bonding and skill-building experience as well as socialization opportunity for kids and adults alike.

Regardless of where you live, countless volunteer opportunities are available – and there's something to fit every family's talents and interests. So share these ideas with your kids to see what triggers their enthusiasm. Then make a family plan to put it into action.

Volunteer at a soup kitchen or food pantry. People that are impoverished or homeless are always in need of nutritious food and meals. Search online for local soup kitchens and food pantries. Then call and speak to the manager, and offer your family's service. Be sure to mention the age of your kids in case there are age restrictions. At a soup kitchen, you can help prepare and serve a meal or do kitchen cleanup. For a food pantry, help with stocking or putting together food baskets for families in need. Some pantries also need delivery assistance since many low-income families don't have transportation to pick up their food supply.

things you can do for a shelter, too. You can transport a pet to a new home, clean kennels, donate supplies, or help find loving homes through social media.

Adopt a road or park for cleanup. Most states have adopt-a-highway programs.

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Homeless people are always in need of warm coats and blankets as well as a way to easily carry their bare necessities.

you may do something creative to make it more cheerful.

Help build a house with Habitat for Humanity. This organization helps build and renovate homes for families in need of safe shelter. Visit habitat.org to find your local Habitat organization, and ask how you can help. Habitat also offers a teen volunteer program.

Send letters to military members overseas. Veterans, new recruits, and deployed troops deserve and need to know just how much we appreciate their dedication and service to our country. For more information, visit https://www.operationgratitude.com/writeletters/ Hold a coat, blanket, and backpack drive for the homeless. Homelessness exists in every community throughout the country, whether visible or not. Homeless people are always in need of warm coats and blankets as well as a way to easily carry their bare necessities. Coordinate with a local homeless shelter, and set up several drop off locations throughout your com-

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munity. Then create and pass out flyers in your neighborhood, on parked cars, and at street corners. You can also post flyers on grocery store and laundromat bulletin boards, share them in social media, and email family and friends to help spread the word.

Help an older adult by running errands.

Do you know an older person who doesn't drive or own a vehicle? Offer to transport them to do their errands and grocery shopping. If it's too difficult for the older person to go out, you could offer to do the errands for them.

Put together care kits for homeless shelters. Ask local businesses to donate items for the homeless care kits you plan to create. The following are useful items to include in each kit: toothpaste, toothbrush, dental floss, a comb, bar of soap, shampoo, a package of hand wipes, razor, shaving cream, protein bars, and other small useful items. Any food items should be non-perishable and require no preparation.

Help someone who's visually impaired.

Search online for your local organization for the visually impaired and offer your help. A visually impaired person may need assistance with cleaning, cooking, yard work, or errands. You can also ask the organization about other ways you can help.

Offer your service to a domestic violence shelter. Coordinate with a local women's shelter to hold a clothing and toy drive.

Or put together arts and crafts kits, and spend an afternoon teaching a craft workshop for kids at the shelter. Childcare is also often needed for working mothers staying at the shelters.

Hold a bake sale for a charity. Pick your favorite charity, and hold a bake sale to raise funds for it. Just ask a busy local business or grocery store if you can set up a table on a given day for your charity bake sale. Then invite family and friends to pitch in and help with the baking.

Plant seeds or greenery along a highway or main street. Check with your city first.

Then contact management at local nurseries and ask them to donate plants or

Just ask a busy local business or grocery store if you can set up a table on a given day for your charity bake sale.

seeds for the project. Plant only native flowers, shrubs, and trees that won't require watering or maintenance.

Rake, mow, or remove snow for a disabled person. If you don't know anyone who's disabled, ask coworkers or friends if they know of someone. Or do an online search for disability organizations in your area.

Foster a homeless animal. Animal rescues are always in need of families to foster homeless pets while awaiting permanent placement. Search online for pet rescues and animal shelters. If your family has a favorite breed, look for a breed-specific rescue in your area.

Perform for children in a hospital.

Countless kids suffer from diseases that require lengthy and sometimes indefinite hospital stays. If your family's got talent, what better way to put it to good use? Search for a children's hospital or wing in your area and arrange a date to perform for the kids. You could put on funny skits, perform magic, dance, read or play music.

Local Possibilities Corvallis Environmental Center 541-753-9211 www.corvallisenvironmentalcenter.org

Senior Dog Rescue or Oregon 541-224-2488 www.sdroregon.com

Benton Co. Habitat for Humanity 541-752-6637 www.bentonhabitat.org

Corvallis Community Center 541-766-6959 www.corvallisoregon.gov/c3

Linn Benton Food Share 541-928-6335 www.communityservices.us/linn-benton-food-share

Albany Riverfront Community Center 541-917-7760 www.cityofalbany.net/parks/community-center

Casa 541-753-5838 www.casa-vfc.org

Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 541-766-6793 https://cbcpubliclibrary.net/about/volunteer

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action 503-585-6232 www.mwvcaa.org Heartland Humane Shelter & Care 541-757-9000 www.heartlandhumane.org

Solve (beach & riverside clean up) 503-844-9571 www.solveoregon.org Meals on Wheels 541-967-7647 www.ocwcog.org/community-services-programs/meals/dining-centers Moving Forward | www.willametteliving.com

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Offbeat Oregon History

No. 606

By Finn J.D. John

Legends of Lost Cabins and Gold Mines Tantalize Treasure Hunters

Postcard image of a miner’s cabin near Grants Pass, published by Edward H. Mitchell of San Francisco. This postcard was postmarked Oct. 12, 1908.

LOST OR ABANDONED CABINS POP UP SO OFTEN IN LEGENDS OF MISSING GOLD MINES AND BURIED TREASURE THAT THEY ARE ALMOST A CLICHÉ.

Steamboat Mountain, and for a couple days they each rode out separately in the morning to hunt, returning to their camp at night.

Most of them follow a clear pattern or formula — in fact, all lost-treasure stories do: The seeker stumbles across the treasure while doing something else; he is called away for some reason; and he can never find his way back, despite devoting years to fruitless searching.

On the third day, Magruder came across an old abandoned log cabin, with a partly collapsed roof, tucked away in a grove of heavy trees in a spot that appeared to have been chosen for concealment. It had been abandoned for years, maybe decades; a tree was growing up through its floor where the roof had fallen in.

There may not be a more faithful example of that pattern than the story of the lost cabin of Steamboat Mountain.

The Steamboat Mountain Lost Cabin Gold Mine story dates back to 1870, when two prominent citizens of Central Point, Constantine Magruder and Doc Lee, took some time off to do some deer hunting near the Applegate River in Jackson County.

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Magruder dismounted to investigate. It looked as if it had been abandoned in a hurry — by someone who had come to a bad end; there was a gold pan on the floor with a few nuggets in it, near a miner’s pick.

Magruder pocketed the nuggets, looked around a little more, and got back on his horse. It was late, and he was a long way from camp. Hurriedly he made his way back, arriving just in time

OFFBEAT OREGON HISTORY before the twilight faded completely into blackness, and told Dr. Lee about his discovery.

Magruder and Lee decided to run into town the next day to restock their provisions before investigating; they were running low, and they wanted to have as much time as possible to hunt for the diggings, which must be near the cabin.

Back in Central Point, they told a blacksmith, Bill Hays, about their find. Hays got very excited. Unlike the other two, he was familiar with the story of “Old Set-Em-Up,” the prospector from Yreka who had a secret cabin and gold mine up north in Oregon.

“Old Set-Em-Up,” according to the story, stayed in his secret cabin working his secret mine all summer in 1851 and 1852, returned to Yreka for the winter loaded with gold, and basically kept the whole town in drinks all winter long. His nickname was derived from the shout of “Set ’em up for the house!” with which he habitually announced his arrival at the saloon each night.

Then, in 1853, Old Set-Em-Up vanished, touching off several decades of prospectors scouring through the woods of Southern Oregon looking for his cabin and mine.

It was Old Set-Em-Up’s cabin that Hay thought his friends might have stumbled across.

Hay joined Magruder and Lee on their return to their camp. But in typical “Lost Gold Story” style, they were unable to figure out where their camp had been. And without their old camp as a starting point, Magruder had no idea how to find the old cabin.

The three of them hunted for several days without success. They came back several more times to search, over the next five years; but they never did find the old cabin again.

The other Lost Cabin story involves a miner who decided that, rather than wandering all over the backcountry digging holes

Postcard image of a miner’s cabin near Spokane, in the Cascade Mountains, published by M. Rieder of Los Angeles. This postcard was postmarked March 26, 1908.

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OFFBEAT OREGON HISTORY and hoping to find gold in them, he’d dig someplace where he KNEW he’d find gold: In the strongbox chained to a Wells Fargo & Co. stagecoach.

This miner — whose name I have not been able to learn — was in Boise City when he somehow learned that a particular stagecoach would be transporting a big haul of cash and gold along a trail that ran through country he knew well. The temptation was apparently just too much for him.

So a few days before the run, he saddled up, loaded his pack horse with provisions and equipment as if going into the mountains to prospect, and told everyone he knew that he was headed into the wild country around Silver City to look for gold.

A few miles outside town, he turned around and headed back to the stage road, to a spot at the base of a steep climb where he knew he could stop the stage.

The coach got there just around dusk, and the miner got the drop on the driver easily. He tied him up securely and gagged him, tied the team to a tree, and then used his miner’s pick to “prospect” in the strongbox.

By this time, the robber was in The Dalles, prospecting around a bit to maintain his cover, and keeping an eye on the Boise newspapers whenever he could. In this way, he learned that a partner of his, who had set out on a prospecting trip a day or two after he had, had been arrested for the robbery. Then the partner was convicted and sentenced to eight years for it.

Conscience-stricken, the robber nearly decided to give himself up; but instead, he went into the mountains and built himself a little cabin and lived in it as a hermit. The stolen gold he cached under a stump nearby.

After half a dozen or so years of total solitude, the robber emerged, and traveled back to Boise City. There he found that no one remembered him or suspected him of anything, and his partner’s prison term was nearly up.

But before the robber could do anything else, he got very sick.

On his very deathbed, he wrote out a confession, exonerating his partner and giving detailed directions for finding the stump under which he’d stashed the stolen gold.

Not surprisingly, he immediately struck pay dirt.

The problem was, the directions started from the cabin door; and he didn’t mention where the cabin was. All anyone knew was that it was somewhere in the mountains of northwest Oregon.

The robber loaded down his pack horse with 100 pounds of gold, stuffed all the banknotes in his pockets, and slipped away, leaving the driver helpless.

This kicked off a miniature gold rush in The Dalles and points east. But, so far as is known, nobody ever did manage to figure out where the robber’s secret cabin was.

The next day, the coach having failed to arrive, riders went out to search, and easily found the tied-up driver. But they were almost too late. It was late afternoon on a very hot day, and he had been lying in the scorching sun all day. He very nearly died, and was too delirious to say anything for several days as he recovered.

The cabin, of course, is long gone. But the possibility remains that somewhere up there in the High Cascades, under the forest duff where 150 years ago a tree grew, nearly $3 million worth of gold ingots are nestled snugly in the dirt.

(Sources: Lost Mines and Treasures of the Pacific Northwest, a book

by Ruby El Hult published in 1957

by Binfords & Mort Publishers) Finn J.D. John teaches at Oregon State University and writes about odd tidbits of Oregon history. His book, Heroes and Rascals of Old Oregon, was recently published

by Ouragan House Publishers. To contact him or suggest a topic: finn@offbeatoregon.com or 541-357-2222.

An old Wells Fargo & Co. strongbox of the type used on stagecoaches to protect valuables, with a Colt Firearms padlock securing it.

This particular strongbox sold in 2011 for $4,600

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River

Thursday - Sunday Noon - 4p.

Evening Light, wood engraving, Paul Gentry

GALLERY

503 838 6171

May, June 2022

Celebrating the Life and Works

of

Paul Gentry 184 S. Main St., Independence, OR www.rivergalleryart.com

Print by Michael Gibbons available for purchase at the Yaquina River Museum of Art, 151 NE Alder St. Toledo, OR 97391 | Call: 541-336-1907

TOLEDO ARTS DISTRICT MICHAELGIBBONS.NET

Art by Appointment Contact Beatrice to schedule.

230 NW 6th Street, Corvallis beatrice.artwork@gmail.com

541-456-4971

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The Grapevine

Spring Wines

2020 Emerson Muscat Ottonel

Just minutes from Corvallis or Salem!

Think “in the glass, outside the box” our 2020 Muscat Ottonel is not your sweet Muscatel, it is a shimmering glass of dry bliss.

VISIT EMERSON VINYARDS The winery is open to visitors daily from noon to five. If you’d like to come out at other times, we’d love to have you. Please email or call to arrange a visit. For our safety, and yours, we’d appreciate it if you wore a mask when you enter. We’ll also ask you to give us your contact info so we can provide information to Polk County and the Oregon Health Department if needed. We’re excited to welcome you back!

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This Alsatian varietal of Muscat offers delicate aromatics of citrus, white peach, and orange blossoms.

Bright, refreshing notes of honeysuckle, pears, and lemon merengue lead to a lingering, light, clean finish.

Pair with Think pasta, brunch, or any light dessert. $16 for the bottle.

Visit the Emerson Tasting Room!

11665 Airlie Rd. Monmouth, OR 97361 503-838-0944 "Minutes from Corvallis or Salem"

Check out the on-going Emerson Vineyards Music Series. All on Saturdays, all 5:30 - 8:30 PM. Note: the winter music series is indoors, so there is a limit of 50 attendees. Please call or visit the website to make a reservation

March 12th – Brian Copeland March 26th – ACT 2 Duo April 9th – Mae Day April 16th – DRTR

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The Grapevine

Compton Family Wines Garden Series Chardonnay 2018

Lightly toasted aromas of citrus with hints of vanilla.

Fresh and lively on the palate with rich citrus and soft apple flavors. Medium body with good mouth texture brings purity to this 108 clone Chardonnay. Contact on the lees during winemaking helps to enhance the lingering creamy mouth watering finish.

Pair with Cheeses like a brie or chevre, Grilled Chicken or fish, or shellfish like crab, lobster, or shrimp. $22.00 for the bottle.

The Compton tasting room is located in the winery, with easy access and convenient parking. It is managed by our family and staffed with our knowledgeable and friendly staff. Taste, sample, ask questions, let us help you choose what fits your tastes and needs. Best of all, you can buy exactly what you like from our several premium offerings.

Visit the Compton tasting room: 810 Applegate St, Philomath, OR 97370 541-929-6555

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The Grapevine

Expressive wines with distinctive depth and character from the heart of the Columbia River Gorge.

Visit one of our charming tasting rooms for an exceptional tasting experience of our award-winning wines.

A spring suggestion from Regina Durrant @ Jacob Williams Winery

2021 Jacob Williams Pinot Gris Tasting notes Bosc pear, honeysuckle, cantaloupe. Tropical but green fruits - not plush/ juicy maintains acidity and angular texture.

Production notes Fermented in 100% stainless steel. Cold and slow primary fermentation using selected yeast strains. Racked off lees after primary fermentation and cold stabilized naturally using ambient outdoor tempurature. Fined with bentonite for heat stability.

Two Locations: 232 NE 3rd Street, McMinnville, OR 3 Avery Road, Wishram WA

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Pair with Crab cakes, Dungeness crab, aioli, crispy panko, fennel, apple, and orange salad or...

Seared Scallops, with lemon butter sauce and herbed risotto $26 for the bottle

Visit the Jacob Williams McMinnville Tasting Room 232 NE 3rd St. McMinnville, OR 97128 503-376-6601

Not just Chinese food!

Our Asian fusion menu will delight you. You’ll love our chic new restaruant, and our delicious menu items presented with style. Many reviewers have called ours “the best asian food in Corvallis,” come find out why. www.queenschopstick.com 11:00 am 10:00 pm Sun-Wed 11:00 am 11:00 pm Thurs-Sat 2329 Kings Blvd Corvallis

del Alma

An exciting menu of new Latin fusion cuisine. Fabulous riverfront bar, special events, extensive wine list. A truly memorable dining experience.

Menus and more at: delalmarestaurant.com Open for dinner Mon - Thurs 5:00 -- 9:30 Fri & Sat 5:00 - 10:00

Dining in the Valley

Queen’s Chopstick

136 SW Washington Ave Suite 102, Corvallis 541-753-2222

541-758-9166

Novak’s Hungarian

Opened in 1984 by Joseph and Matilda Novak, Novak’s is Oregon’s only Hungarian restaurant!

Today, locally sourced ingredients, sustainable practices, and the same love from the “old country” goes into every dish.

CURRENT HOURS: Thursday & Friday 11:30 -- 4:00 Buffet from 5:00 to close.

208 2nd St. SW in Albany 541-967-9488 www.novakshungarian.com

New Morning Bakery

A local landmark for over 30 years.

Our bakers and chefs are at work around-the-clock preparing all your favorite dishes and baked goods using only the finest ingredients.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, or anything in between. Now offering catering too.

Mon-Sat 7:00 - 9:00 Sunday 8:00 - 8:00 219 SW 2nd St. Downtown Corvallis NewMorningBakery.com 541-754-0181

Kaiyo Sushi Albany’s new sushi sensa�on.

Kaiyo Sushi is the place for a quick lunch mee�ng, date night, or family night out.

Watch as expertly prepared sushi floats past your seat on our conveyor, and pick your favorites.

Sashimi, sushi, vegetarian and vegan op�ons -- even dessert.

A taste of Japan, in Albany. Come by today and have some sushi!

Open 11 am to 10 pm 2826 San�am Hwy SE, Albany, OR 97322 (Next to Elmer’s) (541) 497-2622

Homegrown Oregon Foods Life is busy and eating healthy can be challenging. Homegrown Oregon Foods is an oasis in a sea of fast food. Our food is made with healthy, fresh ingredients at an affordable price, and always 100% gluten free.

Dine in, Pick up, or Delivery See the website for details.

212 1st. Ave. in Albany 541-971-7174 www.homegrownoregonfoods.com Moving Forward | www.willametteliving.com

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FEATURED EATERY

House of

Noodle Thai Cuisine

H

ouse of Noodle in Albany has won our "Best of the Valley" contest in the Asian food category multiple times. It's easy to see why.

Thai Iced Tea Creamy and sweet. Perfect to pair with a spicy dish!

The dining room is nice and bright, clean and charming. The wait staff is attentive and pleasant, and the food arrives to your table in record time.

House of Noodle is what Asian food should be, the veggies are impecably fresh, and everything arrives seasoned to perfection. Not overbearing, but brimming with authentic Thai taste, their food makes you look forward to trying the rest of the items on their extensive menu.

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Siam Spring Rolls Deep fried spring roll stuffed with silver noodles, cabbage, celery, and carrots. Served with plum sauce.

MIXIN' IT UP WITH KINN

Tom Kah Noodle Soup Coconut soup with chicken, garlic, mushroom, tomato, bean sprouts, rice vermicelli noodles, and a touch of lemongrass.

Topped with cilantro and green onion. Heavenly!

Your friendly servers await!

House of Noodle 2025 Santiam Hwy SE Albany, OR 97322 541-928-0707 www.thehouseofnoodle.com

Photo: Trevor Witt @trev_itt

Wok Stir-Fry Beef with mixed veggies.

Also available with pork, chicken or shrimp.

The Sergeant Pepper 2 oz. Crater Lake Pepper Vodka ¾ oz. Citrus ¾ oz. Simple Syrup* ¾ oz. Passion Fruit Puree – Kinn recommends “The Perfect Purée of Napa Valley.” Find it at perfectpuree.com Coat the rim of the glass with lime juice and sugar the rim, use fine baker’s sugar, dip rim in it. *Simple syrup – 50% water 50% granulated white sugar – heat to dissolve sugar and create a syrup.

For 2022, may we present the secrets behind master mixologist, Kinn Edwards' most popular cocktails from his restaurant, del Alma, in Corvallis.

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PUB LIFE Remember, as we discovered in Skyfall, 007 may bave been on her majesty's secret service, but James Bond was a Scot!

Photos: Krisit Crawford

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Squ The

ueaky Cork

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njoy a wee bit 'o' Scotland in Albany's most charming new eatery, The Squeaky Cork.

Co-Proprieter Kristi Crawford: "We have a Scottish Pub feel with a First Responder touch. Josh (Crawford) recently retired from the Corvallis Fire Department after 31 years of service."

The couple have done a cracking job creating the cozy Scottish Pub feel right here in Albany with firefighter memorabilia, and little hints of old Caledonia everywhere.

Tuck into a table and enjoy Shepherd's Pie, Mac-n-Cheese, Sausage & Mash, or a number of other comfort foods from across the pond, and you'll forget you're in Oregon! For not having owned a pub before, Krisit and Josh must have done their homework because they absolutely nailed it on their first try.

What • Scottish Pub Food with an American twist, • Signature cocktails, • Over 90 whisky’s, beer and cider on tap, • Amazing wines from the Pacific Northwest.

When Open to dine-in Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Where 136 W 1st Ave. Albany, OR 97321

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Le Patissier

EAT LOCAL!

Pancakes!

FLAPJACK NIRVANA IS ACHIEVABLE IN 2022 THANKS TO HAZELNUT HILL In case you're wondering what all those little trees up and down Hwy 99 in the Mid-Valley are, they're filberts, or if you prefer, "hazelnuts."

French Pastry Savory Dishes Wedding Cakes Special Events

All prepared in-house from the freshest ingredients available.

541-752-1785

956 NW CIRCLE BLVD CORVALLIS

Vive la France !

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Early French-Canadian immigrants to the Willamette Valley introduced filberts to the area. They originally called them "philibert's," because they noticed they ripened in August, on feast day for France's St. Philibert. Oregon produces an estimated 98% of the filberts in America!

The Oregon Filbert Commission decided in 1981 to emphasize calling the fruit “hazelnut,” and the Oregon Legislature named it the official state nut, by either name, in 1989.

Just outside Corvallis is Hazelnut Hill a major producer of the delicious nuts. They also make a number of packaged food products. Like pancake mix, and marionberry syrup. It doesn't get any more local than that! Fun fact: the marionberry is the most common cultivar of the common blackberry, and was developed by the USDA in cooperation with Oregon State University, go Beavs!

FIND HAZELNUT HILL PRODUCTS IN DOWNTOWN CORVALLIS AT OREGON COFFEE & TEA ON THE CORNER OF 2ND AND MONROE, ACROSS THE STREET FROM SQUIRRELS TAVERN.

Locally Roasted, Fair Trade Coffee AT THE CO-OP

A STEAMING-HOT CUP OF JOE IS A WONDERFUL WAY TO START THE DAY. The eye-opening aroma and taste of fresh-brewed coffee is unbeatable, especially when it’s a locally roasted, fair trade cup from the Co-op. In addition to an extensive selection of packaged whole bean and ground coffees, you can get as little, or as much, of any coffee you want from our extensive Bulk department.

Light, medium, and dark roasts, espressos, single-origin roasts, and blends. Oh, my!

This means always drinking your favorites at their freshest.

At the Co-op, we specialize in organic, locally roasted coffees made with fair trade beans, because we believe everyone deserves to profit from something good.

Choosing fair trade means you’re supporting a better life for the family farmers and communities that grow the beans. Buying from local roasters—like Pacifica, Bon Mua, and Bespoken—keeps money in the local economy. Black or with cream and sugar, however you take it, locally roasted, fair trade coffee helps you wake up, helps our community grow, and helps international farmers rise out of poverty.

Have a cup!

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Hong Wolfe • REAL ESTATE

PROFESSIONAL HELP: Tips from local leaders in their industry

Real Estate Update

The Evolution of the Home Office Addressing the Changing Needs of Today's Homeowner

By Hong Wolfe AS THE POPULARITY OF REMOTE WORK HAS REACHED NEW HEIGHTS IN RECENT YEARS, THE NEEDS OF HOMEOWNERS ARE CHANGING. Home offices and workspaces have never been higher on buyers’ priority lists and sellers are finding ways to make their homes appeal to a remote working audience. So, what does this mean for the home office moving forward? How will it continue to evolve? Only time will tell. In the meantime, it’s more important than ever to curate a home office that fits your needs.

essential for your job. We work well when we feel well, and an organized space can help reduce anxiety and work-related stress.

As your remote work continues, it may be time to make investments that you were previously on the fence about making.

Whether it’s a second monitor, a supportive floor mat under your chair, a new design on your wall for your Zoom background, or a standing desk, now that you’ll be working from home for the foreseeable future, your home office must provide you with all the tools you’ll need while inspiring you to do your best work.

Gone are the days of your home workspace being an afterthought.

Whether you have a proper home office or work at a chair in your kitchen nook, what’s important is that you create a dedicated space for your work. This allows you to focus by limiting distractions that may arise from other areas of the house. It also brings a sense of work-life balance to your home by physically separating the spaces. Even if your space is limited, design your workspace to feel like its own designated spot by facing it away from an open room or pointing your workstation toward a window.

Continued Remote Work For those who have worked remotely and will continue to do so, you’ve likely gotten a grasp of how your home workspace can best fit your unique needs. Perhaps you decided to ditch the desk chair for a yoga ball or switched out that old desk lamp for a therapy light. But now that remote work has become your long-term reality, it’s time to think about how the space will fit your long-term needs.

Gone are the days of your home workspace being an afterthought. Working from home long-term means that your home office is now one of the most-used spaces in the house, so it’s important to keep it organized. Declutter the space with efficiency and productivity in mind, prioritizing the items that are

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Returning to In-Person Work For those whose days of a fully remote work schedule are coming to an end, your home office needs will evolve, so it’s important that the space reflects those changes.

Full-Time: Returning to in-person work full-time means your home office will be vacant for extended periods of the day.

Because you won’t be using it nearly as much, you have the freedom to either keep it as is or convert the room into something else. If you’ve dreamt of having a game room, a home gym, a playroom for the kids, or creating your version of a home theater, this is the perfect opportunity to do so.

Part-Time / Hybrid / Flex: A hybrid or flex work schedule allows for flexibility with your home office. Paring down your workspace and transferring some equipment to your desk at work will help you declutter. Outfit both workspaces to fit your needs to avoid lugging equipment back and forth. For example, if one location is primarily meant for attending meetings and the other is for working on projects, you can curate each space accordingly.

For more information, or to get in contact with a broker who can help you achieve your work-from-home goals, give me a call today!

Hong

Hong Wolfe Windermere Willamette Valley in Corvallis.

Contact her at Hong@hongwolfe.com 541-740-9497

Sten Carlson • YOUR FINANCES

PROFESSIONAL HELP: Tips from local leaders in their industry

On the Money

Five Facts about 529 College Savings Plans That Should Pique Your Interest

By Sten Carlson FUNDING COLLEGE EXPENSES FOR CHILDREN REMAINS ONE OF THE BIGGEST SAVINGS GOALS FOR MANY ADULTS. 529s are one of the most effective education savings plans due to the flexibility and important tax advantages they provide. But like any investment vehicle, there are important considerations you should keep in mind.

Here are five facts about 529 plans you should know as you consider your options.

sums or make regular monthly contributions to a plan. The one limitation to keep in mind is the annual gift tax exclusion of $15,000 (in 2021). Any amount invested in a 529 plan in excess of that in a given year is applied against your lifetime gift tax exclusion, which now totals $11.7 million (in 2021). However, you are allowed to make a single contribution of up to $75,000 (in 2021) for a beneficiary in one year in place of five annual contributions of up to $15,000 without using any of your lifetime gift tax exclusion.

Fact 1 - The tax benefits are significant.

529 plans are similar in structure to Roth IRAs. You make contributions using after-tax dollars. In more than half of all states, state income tax deductions or credits are available for those making contributions. Earnings generated within the 529 plan grow on a tax-deferred basis. Then, when the money is needed for qualified education expenses (see below), you can withdraw funds tax-free.

Fact 3 - Contributions can come from a variety of people.

Parents are frequently the initiators of 529 plans, but not always. These plans allow virtually anyone to make contributions for the benefit of a selected individual. Quite often, grandparents will do so for their grandchildren. It can be an effective way to reduce the size of their estate, while making a real difference in their grandchildren’s future.

Friends and other relatives are also free to make contributions to these plans.

Fact 2 - Contribution limits are high.

Although often compared to IRAs, 529 plans have the advantage of being able to set aside much larger sums. There are no annual contribution limits, but your state will limit aggregate funds in 529 plans, ranging from $235,000 to $542,0001. You can invest large lump

Fact 4 - There are a myriad of “qualified education expenses.”

It is important to limit withdrawals to qualified expenses to avoid any tax or penalties. For college costs, this includes tuition and fees, books and other learning materials, including laptop computers and related equipment.

Room and board for a college student is another qualifying expense, provided the student attends on at least a halftime basis. If housing is off campus, the college will provide a “cost of attendance” figure to determine what portion of housing costs are considered a qualified expense. In addition, $10,000 per year can be used to pay K-12 tuition expenses and a lifetime total of $10,000 can be applied to repay student loans for one individual.

Fact 5 - Leftover money can be used in other ways.

If there is money left in a 529 that is unused by the designated student, the beneficiary can be changed to another qualifying family member. Funds can remain in the account indefinitely for the potential educational costs by the initial student or another family member later in life, including you.

Unused funds can be distributed as a non-qualified withdrawal, but taxes and penalties generally apply on the earnings portion of the account.

Get started today.

The sooner you start saving in a 529 plan, the more you can accumulate for the benefit of students you seek to support. Your financial advisor can help you assess your options and determine how this education savings strategy fits into your broader financial plans.

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Sten Carlson, CFP®, CLTC, CKA, MBA, is a Financial Advisor with PacWest Wealth Partners, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. in Corvallis, Oregon. He offers fee-based financial planning and asset management strategies and has been in practice for 25 years. To contact him, visit the team website at www.PacWestWealthPartners.com or call at 541-757-3000. Office address is 2396 NW Kings Blvd., Corvallis, OR.

Sten Carlson PacWest Wealth Partners in Corvallis, OR. Contact him at Sten.E.Carlson@ampf.com 541-757-3000

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Oscar B. Hult • THE STYLE GUIDE

PROFESSIONAL HELP: Tips from local leaders in their industry

The Haberdasher

Wedding Attire Trends for the Gentlemen

By Oscar B. Hult, Haberdasher A FEW OF THE BIGGEST TRENDS WE ARE SEEING AT THE NATTY DRESSER THIS YEAR ARE; THREE PIECE SUITS, EARTH TONES AND ACCESSORIES THAT ARE A LITTLE UNEXPECTED. • 3 Piece Suits Matching jackets, vests and trousers are definitely the look for 2022, as well as layering an odd vest with a two piece suit. The old standby, satin vests, are pretty much out for weddings this year. People are looking for a more textural experience, relying much more on wool, linen looks and tweeds. This is a trend that we love to see. Guys look so much better in a jacket, it elevates the entire look, and they still look good once they take off the jacket for the reception. The bow tie and suspender look has been pretty much relegated to high school proms.

will continue to be easy neutrals that pair nicely with the other popular earth tones.

• Unexpected accessories While they are rooted in classic menswear, some of the unexpected accessories that are gaining traction include things like velvet, blue suede or glitter covered loafers! Bow ties and pocket squares made of feathers are trending as well. More traditional accessories like cufflinks, tie bars and pocket watches continue to grow in popularity as well.

Have fun planning your wedding, and be sure to have a piece of cake for me.

Dress Well, Be Confident, Find Success!

• Earth Tones Hunter green is going to be the hot color this year! We are also seeing interest in colors like cinnamon, moss and rosewood for ties and pocket squares. Grey and navy suits

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Oscar Oscar B. Hult is a co-owner of The Natty Dresser in Downtown Albany.

541-248-3561 Contact him at

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In The Garden

Brenda Powell • GARDENING

PROFESSIONAL HELP: Tips from local leaders in their industry

Let's Plant

By Brenda Powell IT'S TIME TO PLANT! LET'S GO OUTSIDE AND DIG IN THE SOIL, GET OUR HANDS DIRTY, AND BREATHE IN THE FRESH AIR.

toes and bush zucchini. Add in some zinnias and basil. You have dinner, dessert, and a bouquet, too.

We're like bears exiting their hibernation cave or butterflies escaping their cocoon. Soak in the sun, drink in the fragrance of Daphne, and enjoy the beauty and color of the spring flowers.

And plant berries, spinach, Swiss chard, radishes, lettuce, peas, potatoes, dahlia tubers, roses, and pinks. I see a very delicious salad in our future.

Why should we garden? Gardening lifts our spirits, reconnects us with nature, and helps us relax. It's good exercise. Produce tastes better straight from the garden. It makes us happy. Plus, the earth doesn't like bare ground. Clear a patch, and within a few weeks, something starts to grow. It might as well be something that benefits the other beings around us.

What about that forgotten corner of the yard? Maybe it's time to add some hardy fuchsias for the hummingbirds, bee balm for the bees, Oregon grape for the birds, and purple coneflower for the butterflies. No blank spaces? There's always room to add some color: pansies, marigolds, geraniums, or native Iris.

If gardening just isn't your thing, at least get outside. Take a walk in your landscape, a park, the woods, or someone else's garden. Feel that sense of peace that nature brings. Maybe you'll encounter a hummingbird, a ladybug, or another small creature.

Let happiness bubble up inside of you.

Maybe you live in an apartment. That doesn't mean you're left out. Many plants grow great in containers, including blueberries and raspberries bred for small spaces. You can even grow toma-

We've been through a lot, but now it's spring. So let's get outside. It's time to throw off the cloak of darkness, stretch our unused muscles, and garden!

Brenda

Brenda Powell is a fourth generation owner of Garland Nursery in Corvallis.

www.GarlandNursery.com

Follow her writing at garlandnursery.wordpress.com

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Kris Denning • HEALTH & FITNESS

PROFESSIONAL HELP: Tips from local leaders in their industry

Wellness

Go With the Flow Enjoy the Path of Least Resitance

"Water can flow or it can crash, be water my friend."

-- Bruce Lee

By Kris Denning WE ARE FINALLY ON THE TAIL END OF THIS SURREAL EXPERIENCE THAT BEGAN IN 2020. JUST LIKE ALL THE TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS THAT WE HAVE ENCOUNTERED THROUGHOUT OUR LIVES, THIS IS COMING TO AN END. CAN YOU BELIEVE IT? YOU SHOULD. Look back on your life and notice all that you have experienced and survived. Accidents, breaks, break ups, losses, hardships, and seemingly never-ending cycles of change have been consistent in your lifetime. And like all of it, you have made it through this. For a moment, I ask you to reflect back on those times for some reassurance in the power of your resilience.

What if you looked back on those moments, when 2020 and the season of Covid began? What if in the very beginning of the madness of change and fear of the unknown, you paused to realize that, like every other time, you would be ok.

Some people did. Some of you did.

Some of us not only survived this season of change, but actually thrived. Many people are coming out of this time of change better than they were before it all began. Why and how? By surrendering to inevitable change, rather than resisting

it, and allowing our peace regardless of what may come.

It’s been two years now, and it surprises me to see so many people still angry about all of this. Still fighting against something that has happened that they have no control over. It is like being angry that the river is flowing downstream when you wanna stay upstream. You can paddle against it for as long as you like, but you will only get more and more exhausted and upset and eventually crumble against the inevitable. Why not take it easy and flow with the current?

Many people simply put on their masks without question. They just kept on living.

They stayed open to happiness and joy and went with the flow. Most of those people are children. Kids are so naturally resilient, because they don’t carry with them a long life of feeling victimized over one thing or another. They are told they must wear a mask, just like they are told to hang up their coats when they get into the classroom instead of leaving them on the floor. So they do it. They surrender.

Many people have taken this forced break to work on themselves. Exercising, reading more, meditating, enjoying more time

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with family and finding their best lives.

When life throws something at us that is out of our control, what else is there to do? If you feel like you are exhausted and angry about all of this and still fighting against the current, I ask you again, to reflect… Haven’t you survived so much in life? Aren’t you tired of trying to go upstream when so many others are effortlessly drifting downstream?

Life doesn’t have to be so hard. It isn’t meant to be. Life is meant to be enjoyed.

When a fork in the road happens, it is also a choice. An opportunity to choose another route. To resist change is to resist life. Change is constant in this life and on this planet.

When it happens again, I hope you remember that you survived this, like so many other experiences in your life.

And that you take the opportunity to surrender and see where the river takes you. The path of least resistance offers not only the greatest ease, but with that ease comes joy, opportunity, and peace of mind.

Now, let’s all move forward with ease…

Kris Kris Denning is a Yoga and Pilates teacher, Wellbeing coach, Reiki healer, and Holistic Nutritionist.

Find Kris online at:

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Looking Good

Dreaming of Travelling?

Cheryl Lohman • LOOKING GOOD

PROFESSIONAL HELP: Tips from local leaders in their industry

AS WE ANTICIPATE WINDING DOWN RESTRICTIONS FROM THE PANDEMIC, TRAVEL EXPERTS ARE ALREADY SEEING AN UPTICK IN TRAVEL BOOKINGS. ARE YOU THINKING OF TRAVELING SOMEWHERE THIS YEAR? I AM!

By Cheryl Lohman I’m starting my list of things to pack. According to Google, some of the items travelers frequently forget to pack: glasses, contacts and solution, phone chargers and power cords, prescription medications, swimsuit, an umbrella & Ziplock bags.

Travel also requires makeup routines need to be fast, easy and portable. You want to look great when you travel, but who wants to spend their vacation or weekends at the beach, resorts, or campgrounds in front of a makeup mirror when you could be exploring and visiting with friends? Less makeup means fewer touch ups to control sweat and shine, and less worry.

Then there’s the whole luggage space issue. When you’re trying to avoid those hefty baggage check-in fees, packing light becomes an art form. Every inch of space in your carry-on becomes precious. Who wants to choose between a bulging makeup bag and that to-die-for outfit? Pare down your makeup bag and pack both!

Here are some makeup suggestions to pack: • mascara • eyeliner pencil • eyebrow pencil, • tinted moisturizer with sunscreen • lipstick or tinted lip gloss

Or… for those who have permanent makeup: • tinted moisturizer with sunscreen and lipstick or lip gloss…. Simple!

When you wear permanent makeup, life is just that simple. The ultimate in minimalist makeup, natural permanent makeup ensures that you look utterly fabulous whether you’re walking on the beach, going for a dip in the pool, sweating during spinning class or sipping cocktails with friends. The nice thing is that permanent makeup is a win-win as it also simplifies your life for traveling and also back at home.

To explore the possibility of permanent makeup, it is essential to have a consultation with a highly trained and qualified artist.

Now more than ever it’s important to look for an artist who will keep you safe. This is not a service you want to bargain shop for and you will want to see photos of their work.

When the travel bug gets you, now you will have ideas to simplify your makeup and packing routines.

Bon Voyage!!

www.OregonPermanentMakeup.com

Cheryl

Cheryl Lohman CPCP, is a Certified Permanent Cosmetic Professional and owns Oregon Permanent Makeup in Corvallis Contact Cheryl: 541-740-1639

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Nate Haines • SENIOR FITNESS

PROFESSIONAL HELP: Tips from local leaders in their industry

Fitness Over 50

Brain Health Aging and Exercise

By Nate Haines

HERE WE GO AGAIN; ANOTHER ARTICLE ON EXERCISE, AND WHY IT IS IMPORTANT. WE’VE ALL SEEN OR HEARD HOW WE NEED TO BE ACTIVE TO BE HEALTHY. The physiological benefits of exercise are well known: lower your blood pressure, manage blood sugar, increase strength, improve your cholesterol, etc.

The list goes on and on. Less publicized, however, is the benefit physical activity has on your brain and cognitive function.

Not only will exercising regularly help you maintain a healthy brain, but it can actually reverse cognitive decline and improve brain function, especially as we age.

that affect the growth of new blood vessels in the brain and the abundance and survival of new brain cells. If we can increase our ability to create new brain cells by exercising, we can help fight that natural decline that occurs with aging.

Finally, exercise appears to increase the size of the hippocampus, the area of the brain involved in memory and learning.

And since the size of our hippocampus shrinks in late adulthood, exercising and counteracting this natural decrease in size can help our memory and recognition continue to function properly for a longer period of time.

As we get older, our brain function experiences a natural decline.

Exercise also indirectly affects our cognitive abilities. It is well documented that physical activity improves our mood and sleep, and can reduce stress and anxiety.

Stress and anxiety are known to contribute to, and increase cognitive impairment. Exercise makes us feel better about ourselves. Feeling stronger and healthier gives us more confidence and the ability to continue to perform the activities we love. Studies have shown that positive emotions, thoughts, and feelings can increase neural plasticity and create new neural pathways. Simply feeling better about ourselves and our quality of life can actually improve the way we think and the way our brain performs!

Granted, everyone progresses at different levels and rates, but most everyone is going to experience some decrease in brain tissue and memory and learning.

Instead of shrugging it off and chalking it up to “I’m just getting older,” making a simple exercise routine part of a lifestyle change can keep your brain functioning at its highest level for a longer period of time. How does being more active actually improve your brain health? First, we’ll look at the direct effect exercise has on our cognitive ability. The efficiency of your cardiovascular system directly correlates to cognitive performance. With each heartbeat, arteries carry roughly 20-25 percent of our blood to our brains. Once blood reaches your brain, billions of cells use about 20 percent of the fuel and oxygen your blood carries to complete all of the tasks completed by the three different areas of the brain. An improved cardiovascular system due to regular exercise can increase blood flow to the brain, therefore increasing the amount of oxygen and fuel available for use. Exercise also stimulates the release of growth factors, chemicals

Tips to Improve brain function: Get started on an exercise program • As little as 10 min of light exercise has been shown to immediately increase brain function • People who engage in consistent, long term exercise routines have shown to retain improved cognition and memory over longer periods of time

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Include strength training and variation • Strength training releases endorphins, improving mood and positive feelings • Lean tissue makes us feel stronger and more confident • Variation in our routine forces our body and brain to adapt and create new neural pathways Join a gym where you feel comfortable • Exercising around peers you have things in common with creates a sense of community and can lead to new friendships and social circles • Feeling happy and comfortable at a gym makes it more likely you will stick with it, and it increases the benefits you experience Engage in something positive every day and focus on it!

• Visualization and meditation can help you hone in on what makes you happy • Positive thoughts and memories can improve brain function No matter how old we are, or where we find ourselves on the health spectrum, we can all reap the benefits of a well-planned exercise routine. So instead of resigning to the fact that we must slow down as we age, find an exercise facility where you feel comfortable and get started on your path to improved physical AND COGNITIVE health!

Nate Nate Haines is a co-owner and General Manager at Fitness Over Fifty in Corvallis.

Learn more at:

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Medical Cannabis

Rhea Graham • MEDICAL CANNABIS

PROFESSIONAL HELP: Tips from local leaders in their industry

Moving Forward In the Face of Pain

By Rhea Graham SOME PEOPLE WAKE UP IN PAIN DAILY, OTHERS DON’T EXPERIENCE IT UNTIL THEY MOVE AROUND MORE. SOME CAN’T GET TO SLEEP DUE TO PAIN DISTRACTING THEM. IT’S HARD TO MOVE FORWARD WHEN YOU’RE IN PAIN, SO LET’S GET BUSY GETTING OUT OF PAIN! Most people have no interest in being high, but they are sick and tired of being in pain. Many who have smoked Cannabis have said, “it made me forget that I hurt or not care that I hurt”. Those who use Smokeless Cannabis Remedies and get relief will tell you “it took my pain away!” There is a vast difference.

Because we have receptors over every inch of our skin and on every other organ as well, it seems apparent that we are made to use this plant as food and med-

icine. The bible even tells us in Genesis 1:29 (NIV), “Then God said, “I give you every seed-bearing plant on the face of the whole earth and every tree that has fruit with seed in it. They will be yours for food…”

In 1992, researchers in Israel discovered the EndoCannabinoid System (ECS).

The ECS is literally in charge of all of the regulatory systems in the body, so it is essentially the boss. Using Cannabis, you can bring your body to perfect balance, homeostasis. Your body can become a “well-oiled machine” that runs like a top when it is properly fed. Sadly, due to illogical laws, many people suffer from a condition known as Cannabinoid Deficiency.

Some research indicates this may be the underlying cause of migraines, fibromyalgia, and irritable bowel syndrome.

Increasing your Cannabis intake can be as simple as making tea or smoothies from the leaf of the plant or as complicated as growing your own plants and making Cannabis Oil Concentrate remedies. You can purchase everything you need in local dispensaries or you can grow it all yourself, organically of course! In Oregon we have a lot of options; hopefully soon other states will be as lucky. Currently 37 states have Medical Marijuana programs and the recreational use is legal in 18 states.

Please learn more about what your body needs to be able to carry you forward!

Rhea Rhea Graham owns Albany's Canna Kitchen & Research and is a pioneer in the medical cannabis field.

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