Beaverton Lifestyle Magazine July 2024

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Robert Matsumura Dennis McNabb

Edward Novak Malia Riggs

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Ty Walker Alice Williams

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Wave of the Future

Fresh perspectives from new Youth Council

Andrew Le, vice chair of the board for the BDA. “And if they want to branch into specific roles based on individual interest, we’ll set them up to job-shadow.”

The students are all from the Beaverton School District, grades 9–11. As council members, the kids will be helping manage and promote existing BDA events like the Boba Dash, but they’ll soon be holding their own monthly events for families and kids.

By Angie Helvey, Contributing Writer

Downtown Beaverton has grown exponentially in recent years, and the Beaverton Downtown Association has been hard at work creating a fun, inclusive environment with a lineup of special events that offer something for everyone. This summer, they’re proud and excited to present one of their newest ventures: the development of a Youth Council designed to give local high school students a chance to step into leadership roles and help the BDA plan the future of Downtown Beaverton for the next generation. The Youth Council will mirror the BDA. Students in the program will get a taste of local government and an opportunity to take on leadership positions in project planning with a focus on family events and interactions in the community. “They’ll take on many different roles when it comes to planning a family event, especially in the First Street dining commons,” says

As a mutually beneficial collaboration, the Youth Council aims to teach students valuable life skills through real, hands-on experience, but it was also designed to bring a new perspective to Downtown Beaverton. “In the past, many of our events have been geared towards adults,” Andrew says. “We want to diversify the crowd we’re attracting and bring more kids and families to the downtown area. To do that, we need a younger mindset.” In turn, Youth Council members are learning how to network with others in their city to achieve common goals. “It’s important for them to communicate with different businesses and learn what they do.”

Andrew and the BDA are excited to see what the next year brings. They’ve been having monthly meetings with the Youth Council and getting organized to begin planning events. It’s been fun for the whole team to work with the kids and see their energy and enthusiasm. “They’re the next generation and will take over the world someday,” Andrew says. “We’re providing a network for them to learn new things and grow their existing skills to become the leaders of tomorrow.”

“We’re providing a network for them to learn new things and grow their existing skills to become the leaders of tomorrow.” —ANDREW LE

Downtown Beaverton is a special place with fun and unique energy, and with a long list of outstanding small businesses, it’s a fantastic place to grab a bite or go boutique shopping. The BDA continues to promote inclusivity to create a safe, family-friendly space for the whole community. “We want to invite families to enjoy the environment downtown and see all the great things we have going on,” says Andrew. “That’s a primary focus of the Youth Council: to help us create amazing events for kids and families, and they’re the perfect demographic.”

For more information on the Beaverton Downtown Association, visit their website at downtownbeaverton.org.

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Sleep & Fat

his may not seem like a big deal, but the reality is your sleep habits not only impact your energy levels but also your fat loss goals, memory and performance.

A fun fact: One night without sleep can leave you performing like you were legally drunk at a blood alcohol content of .08%

If you’re sleeping poorly on most nights, the negative effects could be worse. There

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are a ton of health problems that can be associated with chronic sleep deprivation, but I’m going to focus on how that affects your ability to lose body fat.

Lack of sleep affects some key hormones that regulate our hunger, leptin — which tells us that we are full — and ghrelin — which tells us that we are hungry. This is where we reach for our food cravings that are usually sweet or salty because they’re calorically

dense — high calorie, low nutrients — meaning we are craving that energy!

On that same note, when you don’t get enough sleep, your activity levels decrease, which means fewer calories burned.

Makes sense right?

Depriving yourself of quality sleep will make it even more challenging.

“An American Tail: Fievel Goes West” (1991) “Glory” (1989)

“There’s more to fighting than rest, sir. There’s character. There’s strength of heart.”

A heavy, important and enlightening film of American history, “Glory” tells the tale of the first official Black regiment in the Civil War. After President Lincoln issues the Emancipation Proclamation, recently freed Black men join the Union’s 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, led by Colonel Robert Gould Shaw (Matthew Broderick), who volunteers to lead them. As you can imagine, race relations are deeply heated during this time, and the Black soldiers struggle and grow in their new roles in the harsh reality of war, courage and camaraderie. Being a marginalized regiment, they are neither given proper equipment (shoes, for instance, leading to bloody and battered feet) nor the opportunity to fight, but Col. Shaw holds his ground, gets his men what they need and leads them into action. Rated R for graphic violence, language and mature content.

Stream these movies where available, or rent from your local movie store, library or rental kiosk.

“One man’s sunset is another man’s dawn.” This cartoon musical sequel follows the Mousekewitz family who, after finding freedom and settling in America, are still having trouble with cats. Promised a place where mice and cats live in peace, they head out west and of course find nothing but trouble, Fievel especially. Animations were hand drawn by the illustration team from “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?” and scored beautifully by James Horner; this was produced by Steven Spielberg and starred the voice talents of Dom DeLoise, Jimmy Stewart, Christopher Plummer, Madeline Kahn, Phillip Glasser and more. It’s an American adventure, wholesome and great for the whole family. Rated G.

“Captain America: The First Avenger” (2011)

“Let’s hear it for Captain America!” 1941. A scrawny Steve Rogers wants to join the US Army but he’s rejected five times due to his poor health. Enlisting in an experimental super soldier program out of desperation, Steve becomes Captain America, a goodhearted soldier with super strength and fast reflexes. From there, he rejoins his childhood friend Bucky Barnes and leads a covert team into German territory, fighting and preventing the Nazis, HYDRA and Red Skull from succeeding in their plan for world domination. Interesting side note: “Captain America Comics #1” was created in 1941 by Marvel Comics as a patriotic symbol to fight Nazi propaganda, and in that comic Captain America punches out Hitler! Rated PG-13 for violence and mature content.

July 4th Facts

While most people know John Hancock for his large, flamboyant signature on the Declaration of Independence, he was also the first person to sign it. His signature is so prominent because he said, “I want King George to be able to read that without his spectacles!”

Barbecues are a common sight on July 4th, and so are hot dogs. It’s estimated that Americans consume around 150 million hot dogs on Independence Day alone.

The Pledge of Allegiance was originally published in 1892 by Francis Bellamy and was intended to be used by any country. It wasn’t until 1942 that Congress officially recognized it for use by U.S. citizens.

Breathe Easier, Live Better

Naturally, Non-Surgically.

By Patti Jo Brooks, Contributing Writer

Do You Suffer with Chronic Sinusitis?

“Thanks Dr. Siegfried. No more sinus congestion, allergies, snoring or mouth breathing,” —Niki Z.

“After the eighth treatment, I was sleeping solidly for eight straight hours for the first time in eight years. And by the way, no more drugs!!” —Jon V.N.

Breathe Better Now!

Are you sick and tired of chronic sinus congestion? Dr. George Siegfried, Chiropractic Physician at Dunn Chiropractic Clinic in McMinnville, has been helping patients breathe better with Bilateral Nasal Specific Treatment since 1976. This natural, nonsurgical treatment has helped alleviate chronic sinus and other related problems even in patients who have already had sinus surgeries, or those who have considered sinus surgery prior to visiting Dr. Siegfried. “Desperate” and “at the end of their rope,” these patients are grateful for his care and expertise in providing Bilateral Nasal Specific Treatment, which he has performed thousands of times. Furthermore, this treatment uses no drugs and no needles.

Could This Be You?

It’s been estimated that 30 to 60 million people in America suffer from sinus congestion which can manifest in mouth breathing, dry eyes, dry mouth, snoring, limited sleep and sleep apnea, low energy, loss of smell, taste and hearing. Many have had to resort to a CPAP machine to keep their airways open, just to try and obtain a decent sleep cycle.

Who Can Benefit?

Over the years, Dr. Siegfried, an international chiropractor, treated world-class athletes from the 1984 Italian Olympic Team Track and Field Division, United Arab Emirates Track and Field Team, and other world-class athletes. He’s treated Broadway dancers, San Francisco Ballet dancers, opera singers and jockeys. Bilateral Nasal Specific Treatment has helped children and adults suffering with chronic sinusitis “get their life back” after experiencing a deviated septum, broken nose, concussion, whiplash injury, birth injury and more. Dr. Siegfried has helped so many patients that his colleagues have referred to him not only as the leading expert in this treatment, but also the “guru” and even the “godfather.”

Who is Dr. Siegfried and His Clinic?

Dr. Siegfried has been in practice since 1984 at the Dunn Chiropractic Clinic and is the third generation of chiropractors at that clinic. Established in McMinnville in 1922, Dunn Chiropractic has “A Compassionate Tradition of Natural Pain Relief and Wellness,” states Dr. Siegfried. The father of four grown children and grandpa to nine grandchildren, Dr. Siegfried studied over 10 years and 1,000 hours as protégé to Dr. J.R. Stober, the developer of this natural, non-surgical specialty. Treatment is selfpay as Dr. Siegfried is out of network for insurance, but patients from all over the world seek him out to help relieve their chronic sinusitis and escape the drudgery of the related suffering.

To consult with Dr. Siegfried, call the clinic at (503) 433-6902, located at 301 N.E. Dunn Place, McMinnville. Clinic hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 9AM-6PM. Dr. Siegfried’s website is nasalspecific.com.

Photos by Kara Langley

Unsung Heroines

Hidden stories of bravery and sacrifice

By Robert Matsumura, Contributing Writer

While the history of the American Revolution is rife with the exploits of famous heroes such as George Washington, Paul Revere, and Benjamin Franklin, the contributions of women during this period also deserve attention in the wider scope of our country’s past. The great sweep of events that coalesced in the struggle for American independence was a tapestry woven of many lives and stories.

Although the customs of the time were not conducive to women participating in the war, nonetheless many found ways to make an impact on the outcome from behind the scenes. A pivotal juncture in the war took place over the brutal winter at Valley Forge where George Washington and the Continental Army persevered through incredible hardships to emerge as a more unified, better-trained fighting force. During this harsh but critical period in America’s colonial history, a number of women played key roles in helping, literally, to hold the army together amidst flagging morale, serious food shortages and a host of other privations.

Martha Custis Washington

The most famous of these women is Martha Custis Washington, George Washington’s wife. The chants of “No bread, no soldier,” were echoing through the air at Valley Forge when Martha arrived on the scene bearing supplies from Mount Vernon. Establishing a sewing circle with a group of officer’s wives, Martha and the ladies mended clothes and sewed bandages, socks, underwear, gloves and scarves for the soldiers. Spending each winter of the war with her husband, Martha’s sacrifice and support for the American cause was never in question. One observer of Martha during this period wrote: “I never in my life knew a woman so busy from early morning until late at night as was Lady Washington, providing comforts for the sick soldiers.”

Lucy Flucker Knox

The wife of Henry Knox, Lucy, known by the soldiers as “Lady Knox,” was a constant source of support for the soldiers throughout the war. Forced to sever ties with her Loyalist family in order to marry Henry, Lucy never again saw any family members. With her two-year-old daughter in tow, Lucy joined her husband at Valley Forge and lived in a structure referred to as the “Hut” located next to the camp’s artillery park. Like Martha and other officer’s wives, Lucy shared her and Henry’s food with hungry soldiers, and toiled in the sewing circle with Martha Washington mending and sewing clothes during the bitter-cold

winter. While many officers had wives and homes to return to after the war, Henry and Lucy had spent the first decades of their marriage on the road in support of the American cause and the Continental Army. Only after twenty years of marriage did they settle down to enjoy a home of their own.

While women such as Martha Washington and Lucy Knox supported the War for Independence on the road with the Continental Army, other women contributed to the cause from the home front. Although key victories on the battlefield were undoubtedly the definitive events that won the war, military prowess alone would not have gotten the job done. There were many other fronts to address besides fighting.

Left to right: Abigail Adams, Lucy Flucker Knox, Abigail Adams & Martha Custis Washington

Abigail Adams

Abigail Adams

The wife of John Adams, Abigail’s role in support of her husband and the American cause was immeasurable. Due to the detailed correspondence between herself and John (which thankfully has been preserved to this day), Abigail’s contributions to the revolution are well documented. In 1775 Abigail, along with Hannah Winthrop (the wife of Governor Winthrop of MA), and Mercy Otis Warren were appointed by the Massachusetts Colony General Court to interrogate local women charged with remaining loyal to the British Crown and working to undermine the independence movement. During the Second Continental Congress, Abigail advocated for women’s rights in her letters to her husband, asserting that the new form of government they sought to create was an opportunity for women to enjoy equal legal status alongside the men. In addition to her efforts on behalf of her husband and the fledgling American republic, Abigail was solely in charge of managing the family farm, raising the children and handling their business

affairs. Throughout John Adams’ career as a statesman, Abigail was his constant sounding board and advisor on countless political issues including his eventual rise to the presidency.

Mercy Otis Warren

On the intellectual front, Mercy Otis Warren has been called the “conscience of the American Revolution.” A prolific writer and playwright, Mercy was forthright with her opinions and beliefs regarding both the war and the political issues of the time. Though many Americans were still conflicted regarding the break with England, despite their dedication to independence and the war, she wrote: “America stands armed with resolution and virtue, but still recoils at the idea of drawing sword against the nation from which she derived her origin.” A strong supporter of the revolution, whose political poetry resonated with the freedom-thirsty colonists, Warren believed that both genders were equal and necessary as contributors to the new republic. She was a strong advocate of education for girls

and women and was one of America’s earliest voices for women’s rights.

Margaret Moore Barry

Popularly known as the “Heroine of the Battle of Cowpens,” Margaret “Kate” Moore Barry, a skilled horsewoman, volunteered to be a scout for the American forces. A resident of South Carolina with an intimate knowledge of the local terrain, Kate assisted her husband, Captain Andrew Barry, in warning General Daniel Morgan and his troops of the approaching British. She also rode through the countryside

rallying members for the local militia. Due to the efforts of Kate and other women like her, the Continental Army successfully defeated the British in the war’s southern theater.

These featured women are but a mere sampling of the many women who sacrificed and supported the struggle for American independence. In addition to the actions of the women detailed in this article, countless other colonial women bolstered the war effort through raising money via female-run organizations, boycotting British goods and spying for the American cause. When we remember the struggle for American independence, and the grit and valor of the soldiers of the Continental Army, we should appreciate not only the men who served on the battlefields, but the women whose passion for freedom helped secure our nation’s independence.

Margaret Moore Barry

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE BEAVERTON LIBRARY?

The Library will be closed on July 4th in observance of Independence Day.

Teen Photo Contest: Summer (Virtual)

July 1st — July 31st

Summer is here! Snap a photo that represents summer to you and submit it by emailing it to iduncanson@BeavertonOregon.gov. Two winners will receive a $10 gift card to Bubble Bubble Tea. Grades 6-12.

Sunday Family Matinee: “Kung Fu Panda 4”

Relax in our posh library auditorium and watch popular family movies on the big screen for free!

Saturday, July 13th, 3pm–5:45pm Sunday, July 21st, 2pm–4pm

Teen Adventurers Club

Do you love D&D, or are you curious to see what it’s all about? Join us for our monthly game session and try out the adventuring life. No experience required; just bring your enthusiasm and imagination! Grades 6-12. Registration required.

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