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COMMUNITY CALENDAR OF EVENTS starts on page 19

5....... A Year of Being Grateful

20..... Downtown Moments to Remember 20..... Fairgrounds Moments to Remember 21...... Christmas in Cle Elum

EVENTS 6....... EDA Holiday Events

HELPFUL TIPS 8....... Christmas Tree Cutting 9....... H oliday Lighting Safety Dos & Don'ts

LOCAL 22..... Handcrafted Gifts, Santa Sightings and Free Family Fun at CWU 23..... Local Charity Spotlight: APOYO

FOOD & BEVERAGE 10...... Beer Pairings 12...... Holiday Food & Wine Pairings Demystified 13...... Pumpkin Hand Pies

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24..... Healthy Recipe: Spiced Pumpkin Cookies 25..... Staying Fit in the Winter Months 26..... Cozy in the Snow

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he hills are seeing their first snow of the season and we know that more will be on its way. While we may be thinking about the headaches that will come with the winter snows, like the pass closings, slippery sidewalks, and shoveling, we also should think about what comes with that snow. Spring water for the valley and for our flower buds beneath the piles, snowmen and hot chocolate, and holiday events that brighten our community.

The EDA is pleased to bring you our sixth edition of Hometown Holidays, in partnership with the Daily Record and our many

By Carolyn Honeycutt, EDA Executive Director

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sponsors. Our volunteers love to put together these articles that are filled with ideas to enhance your holidays and your lives. It makes life a little better for all of us.

Before you know it, we’ll be welcoming 2018. This past year, like every year, has had its share of challenges, but those make us stronger and appreciative of what we have. In the valley, we enjoy sunshine that warms even in the coldest months, beautiful views of the mountains, extensive recreational opportunities, and incredible historic downtowns. We feel blessed every day to call Kittitas County home and we are grateful for everything the people of our valley do to make life enjoyable.

So as you gather with friends and family for the holidays, take time to cherish these moments that make memories for the years to come.

Happy Holidays from the Ellensburg Downtown Association staff, board, and volunteers.

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EDA Ho iday Events Cookie Scavenger Hunt

Moments to Remember November 24 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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A “hometown” tradition, Moments to Remember takes place on the Friday after Thanksgiving.

This all day event includes Paid Friday, Cookie Scavenger Hunt, and Moments to Remember at the Fairgrounds. Attendees can also enjoy Teddy Bear’s First Christmas performance at Fitterer's Furniture, Streets of Bethlehem, dancing in the State Farm windows, and more. Groups include Unity Center of Dance, Creative Kids Cle Elum, Sunflowers Bollywood and Central Washington Dance Academy starting at 5pm. At 7:00 p.m. join the EDA at the Rotary Pavilion for the annual tree lighting ceremony.

Let your child’s creativity run wild as they collect materials SPONSORED BY: to decorate a cookie for the holidays. This event is a favorite for children and parents alike as they explore downtown businesses, collecting toppings along the way.

Start out at the Rotary Pavilion where you can grab your Cookie Scavenger Hunt map. Once you and your child have reached every location join us back at the Rotary Pavilion to decorate! Thanks to Dakota Cafe for supplying the cookies for this fun family event.

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Plaid Friday is celebrated nationwide on the Friday after Thanksgiving in lue of Black Friday. Unlike Black Friday, Plaid Friday is designed to encourage shoppers to shop small and support local businesses as they kick off their holiday shopping season.

Many of our downtown merchants will be thrilled to see you in their shops donning your favorite plaid attire. Join the EDA and downtown merchants for this event and enjoy the diversity of small businesses in our downtown!

11:00 am - 1:00 pm SPONSORED BY:

Put on your best holiday outfit and join Mrs. Claus at Kelleher Motor Company. Children and their accompanying family can enjoy a high tea, lunch, crafting, and story time with Mrs. Claus.

Tickets are $10 for children and $15 for adults and available at Fitterer's Furniture starting November 13.

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Grab your friends and take part in this evening of fun, and fabulous deals. Stop by each participating location for a one of a kind shopping experience including refreshments, raffles, added inventory, live entertainment, at home businesses consultants, shopping discounts and more! This unique semi-annual event is a local favorite that residents and business owners look forward to year after year. Don’t miss out.

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December 14 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

New this year, the Community Gift Exchange is bound to be the best family friendly Christmas party of the year. Attendees can enjoy live music, refreshments, a cash bar, pictures with Santa, and a children’s activity room. There will also be an ugly sweater contest and a community wide gift exchange!

Attendees 18 years and older are invited to participate in the community gift exchange. Those who arrive with a wrapped gift with an estimated value of $20 will receive a ticket to participate in the exchange. We encourage everyone who plans to participate in the gift exchange to purchase their gift in downtown Ellensburg. As an added bonus, those who arrive with a gift purchased in downtown Ellensburg will be entered to win a Chamber Bucks gift certificate.

While the gift exchange itself is intended for those 18 years and older, this is a family friendly event with plenty of kid’s activities planned. Bring the whole family and celebrate the magic of the holiday season by shopping local and getting to know your community.

For more information visit Ellensburgdowntown.org

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By Manny Garcia, Kittitas County Chamber

It’s that time of year again! As the holiday season approaches, the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce would like to make sure you are ready for the season by offering an opportunity for families to obtain a Christmas tree from the Okanogan – Wenatchee National Forest. In order to get your Christmas tree you will need a $5 Christmas tree permit.

Permits will be available November 1st at all ranger stations and at the following locations: ittitas County Chamber of Commerce K 609 N. Main St, Ellensburg 509-925-2002 le Elum Visitor Center C 314 W 1st Street, Cle Elum 509-674-6880 ac A Bee Gifts of the Southwest M 1401 Airport Road, Cle Elum 509-674-4548 ioneer Coffee P 121 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Cle Elum 509-674-3864 I ntermountain Radio Shack 208 E. First Street, Cle Elum 509-674-5859 portland Mini-Mart S Located between Cle Elum and Roslyn on Hwy 903 509-649-2260 asecamp Books and Bites B 110 W. Pennsylvania, Roslyn 509-649-3821

Preparing for your Trip As you start to plan your Christmas tree adventure there are a few things you should consider. Kittitas County experienced a bad fire season this year so make sure you contact your local Ranger District for updates on area closures. While it may seem easy to cut any tree down, you must make sure you know where trees can and cannot be cut. Maps indicating where trees can be cut are available anywhere you can purchase a permit. However, here is a helpful tip, give yourself a 150-foot distance from all streams, lakes, ponds, or wetland areas. Cutting is prohibited along Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 97. Venturing into the forest will often require a Northwest Forest Pass; these passes are required at trailheads for parking. Northwest Forest Passes can be purchased at the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce and Mountain High Sports.

Stay Safe Snow will be on the ground before you know it! The Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce wants to make sure you and your family stay safe while getting your Christmas tree this season. Here are some safety tips to help you on your adventure.

It is always a good idea to familiarize yourself with the area you plan on venturing into. Notify a friend or family member before you head out and let them know when you plan to return. The Forest Service advises those who enter the National Forest to be prepared for winter conditions. This includes taking extra supplies, a map, compass, food, water, first aid kit, flashlight, fire starters and waterproof matches. Weather in Kittitas County can vary so it is always a good idea to look ahead at the forecast.

Removing and Disposing of your Tree Christmas trees can be removed in two ways. You can choose to cut them down, or dig them up from the roots. By November we experience freezing temperatures so it is important to fill holes when digging up a live tree. When cutting a tree, leave no more than a six inch stump which must also be free of limbs. The cold wind can take a toll on your tree, giving it wind burn and blowing off some of the pine needles, so make sure you wrap it in a tarp or blanket while transporting it to your home.

When the time comes to dispose of your tree, Waste Management will only take trees that have been stripped of all holiday ornaments and cut down to 4 ft sections or shorter. Never try to burn the tree in your fireplace or woodstove. The Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce would like to wish you a great Holiday season this year!

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HOLIDAY LIGHTING SAFETY DOS & DON'TS Finally, never use or attempt to fabricate, any kind of electrical cord that has a male plug-in at each end (a temptation when one has strung the lights without starting with the male end of the cord at the power outlet). This is, quite simply, a recipe for disaster. To avoid destroying your Christmas lights, torching your Christmas tree, and quite possibly burning down your house, never use

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s the seasons swiftly change and winter approaches, families start to plan for the holidays.

From turkey-carving to treechoosing, many traditions shared among American families will spring to life once more. One of the most common holiday practices in America is hanging Christmas lights. Here are some important principles and safety tips when working with holiday lighting.

First, be sure to observe all applicable power supply limitations.

Indoors or out, use an outlet that isn’t already devoted to providing power to numerous other appliances and fixtures. Power strips/surge protectors and GFCIs are handy devices, but adding Christmas lights to one that is already filled with the cords of highdemand devices could trip the power strip or breaker.

Along these same lines, Christmas light strands usually have their very own fuse, which is located in a small

compartment in the male end of the cord. When replacing a burntout fuse, be sure to use a fuse of the appropriate amperage, as indicated on the compartment, on the fuse itself, and/or in the owner’s manual.

When replacing bulbs, make sure the strand is unplugged when you go to replace the fuse.

Strands of Christmas lights have a limit to how many of them can be attached to one another without overloading the circuit.

This restriction varies from strand to strand, depending on cord length and amount of power demanded by the bulbs. If your lights are still in the box they were purchased in, you can simply refer to the box or owner’s manual to find out how many strands can safely be attached. If your lights are in a tangled mess without the original box it’s a good idea to investigate their limitations before stringing several strands together.

a double-male electrical cord. Even if this means restringing the impressive eighty-foot light show you spent the last 45 minutes constructing.

Step away for a moment, swallow your pride, and take time to restring the lights so the male end is at the receptacle.

Here’s to a safe, joyful, and blessed holiday season. Happy lighting!

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2017 HOME TOWN HOLIDAYS | FOOD & BE VER AGE

S G N I R I A P BEER Iron Horse

By Rikki Welz,

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Though I am not a fan of anything less than 80°f, I have to say, the holiday season is quite enjoyable. All the flavors and festivities combine in a cozy, joyous time, resplendent in our homes and hearts. This time of year some flex their culinary prowess, while others try not to experiment with a tried and true family recipe.

One of my favorite duties when it comes to meals is pairing drinks with the dishes. Pairing beer with food is one of the easiest ways to take your meal from the ordinary to the extraordinary, creating a dialogue of flavors and emotions with your group, and providing memories for years to come.

When it comes down to it, I find the true keys to pairing your meals with beer are to match flavor intensities, find complementary flavors between the pair, and enjoy the contrasting flavors in your beer and food. Above all, have an open mind and a heart for adventure. It's just beer, after all.

Intensity Think about how the flavor impacts the dish. Does the secret family recipe include habaneros? Does the smoker run quietly in the background of all family gatherings? Is a nice guilt-free salad what you are beginning your day with?

Each meal and dish has its own story to tell, and it is important to find a pairing that matches in volume. A light pilsner won't stand up to the juicy goodness of a standing rib roast, just as an Imperial IPA would completely overpower a simple turkey sandwich with cranberry cream cheese spread. Helpful hint: each course should increase in intensity (both food and beer wise), to ensure the palate doesn't become exhausted.

Contrast and Cut Sometimes, things need balance. Carrot cake with a pumpkin spice latte may sound nice to some, while to others the flavors become overly sweet and spicy, having no break from the seasoning overload. To combat this, we may instead try pairing the carrot cake with a Pale Ale or IPA; where the moderate to strong bitterness can provide a balance to the sweetness, and the carbonation can cut through the thick cream cheese frosting.

How do you get to Carnegie Hall?

The greatest thing about learning how to pair food with beer is the act of practicing. You literally eat food and drink beer! The easiest way to do this is with a group, maybe in a potluck style setting, or at an establishment where everyone orders a separate dish, and a separate drink. Then you share, and discuss. Flavor and aroma perception is a very unique experience for each person, so what you may enjoy, others may not. Where you smell bananas, others may smell bubblegum. Don't forget to consider the intensities of each dish and beer. Start light and end strong. Iron Hores Brewery (IHB) suggests to: Drink water, know your limits, and make sure you always have a designated driver!

Complement Here is where the fun really begins. What specific flavors do you enjoy in the dish? When it comes to a prime rib for example, the savory sweet crust with notes of caramelization and espresso-y roasted notes make the dish second to none. When I think of these flavors, I then consider my beer options: where can I find a savory sweet roasted flavor to mimic the ones in this dish?

About the Author: Rikki Welz is a Certified Cicerone® and the Director of Optimism at Iron Horse Brewery.

She has lived in Ellensburg for 11 years with her husband Paul Copenhaver and their two cats.

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No time to practice? No worries! Here's a quick and easy guide to pairing your dinner with delicious Ellensburg made beers:

TURKEY

Oven Roasted • Think of the herbs and caramelized notes of the skin with sweet juicy texture, and find its match in the herbal and baked bread. Like notes of the Beer Wolf IPA from IHB, balanced as well by the bitterness from the hopping schedule.

Deep Fried • This delicious (and dangerous!) preparation has taken off like a rocket in popularity, I would be remiss to ignore the amazing texture and flavors frying provides. Since frying traps natural flavors in, and doesn't rely on the extra herbs and spices from your secret family recipe, you need a beer instead that is crisp, clean, and not going to overpower the delicate flavors of the turkey. I would recommend the IHB 509 style ale, with its bread dough and light pine notes, not bitter, not too sweet, a nice northwest mild ale. For a lighter sweeter take, try a sandwich of turkey with all the trimmings, and a glass of the Buzz On Blackberry ale from Whipsaw Brewing. It keeps things easy going, and serves as a semi safeguard from the infamous turkey stupor.

Smoked • The stronger backbone of smoked turkey is best met with a stronger ale. Find harmony with the IHB Cozy Sweater stout, rich in toasty notes, and the sweetness of the bird complemented by the hint of vanilla and lactose sugar.

GLAZED HAM

I have very fond memories of helping my grandmother pat brown sugar, pineapple rings, and cloves onto our ham each Christmas. With a malt profile reminiscent of figs and brown sugar, with a slight whiff of graham crackers, Irish Death balances the sweetness of the ham with its hint of toasted bread finish and sherry like alcohol notes.

The Stumpblower IPA from Whipsaw would bring a better balance to the meal, with its tropical citrus fruit notes echoed by the pineapple, and its bitterness balancing out the dish to keep things from getting too sweet.

PRIME RIB

A big roasted caramelized meaty dish meets its match with our seasonal favorite Mocha Death from IHB. Brewed with D&M's own Columbian roast coffee beans and Dutch Cocoa Powder, the beer and dish harmonize in the dark chocolatey goodness, balanced with the zing of coffee and cleansed with the lightly noticeable alcohol presence. Another great hit would be the McHeavy Duty Wee Heavy Scottish Ale from Whipsaw. With this beer, dark berries and a warming barrel aged notes provides a sweet balance to the roasted and charred crust of the roast.

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We cannot forget the garlic sweet temptations of this local favorite! The main key for this dish is balance and cut (or some semblance of it). The Finger Gun IPA from IHB has a tropical fruit and grapefruit pith like bitterness with a crisp zesty carbonation, working hard to cleanse the tongue and reset the palate, to ensure maximum input of the saucey goodness.

CARROT CAKE

Like I said before, balance can be a true key to some dishes. Carrot cake with cream cheese frosting packs a wallop of sweet cream and spice to the mouth. I match the intensity with a bitter beer, with tropical fruit and stone fruit like flavors like the IHB Hand Cannon IPA. For a sweet juice and fruit beer that can make the carrot cake behave, I would also suggest the Widowmaker Imperial IPA, where the alcohol stands a stronger chance of cutting through the thick sweet layers.

PUMPKIN PIE CHEESECAKE When you want to experience decadence, I suggest pairing a pumpkin pie cheesecake with the Cozy-er Sweater Imperial Stout from IHB. The Cozy-er Sweater is brewed with oats, bootstrap molasses, and aged on hard maple. Think of an explosion of flavor and spices, sweet and savory, all the interactions discussed today all rolled into one pairing. A delicious doozy.

May your meals be plentiful, hearts warm, and feelings fuzzy this season!

APPLE PIE

My favorite of all holiday dishes, warm apple pie, with vanilla ice cream, and a High Five Hefe wheat ale that contains honey and ginger, from IHB. The citrus like zest of the beer enlivens the apples and nutmeg, creating a spritzy and satiating experience.

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Holiday Food & Wine Pairings Demystified

By Lisa Lawrence, Gård Vintners

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oliday food and wine pairing can be daunting with the wide array of palates, foods served, and wine options available.

The good news is that turkey is a great neutral food, so you can’t go wrong with most wines. The trick is to find wines that pair well with your side dishes, which may vary from rich and full of savory spice notes, to the slightly sweeter side.

A great first step is to consider the adage to pair your food and wine by color: darker meats with darker wines, lighter meats and seafood with lighter colored wines. While there is much more to it than that, this provides a good starting point in your selection process.

Here are some additional wine and food pairing suggestions to keep in mind: Rosé All Day: Now a year-round tradition, today’s dry rosés are crisp, light and fruity, and a beautiful addition to the table, whether served as you greet your guests, along with the turkey (a nice accompaniment), or in celebration after the main course.

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Rely on Riesling: Riesling has a nice level of bright acidity that cuts through rich holiday meals, making it a great go-to for white wine drinkers -- an excellent pairing for holiday ham, gravies and rich sauces. Look for a wine on the drier side and save the sweeter Rieslings for the dessert course. Is Riesling not your favorite?

Try Sauvignon Blanc or Viognier.

Savor with Syrah: Known for its rich deep color and intense flavor profile, Syrah can display fruity and savory qualities, and is a powerhouse at the dinner table; a nice match for most stuffing, earthier side dishes, and a variety of richer meats.

Sweet Relief: It’s important to always serve wines that are as sweet,

or sweeter than your desserts. Look to a late harvest Riesling to pair with many holiday pies. Contrary to popular belief, red wine and chocolate can be a tricky pairing at best – look for a dark chocolate with a high percent of cocoa or a sweeter red wine, perhaps that Port you’ve been saving in your cellar. The dessert course is also a nice time to pop open an off-dry sparkling wine.

A few tips on preparation and serving: A 750ml bottle has about 25 ounces of wine, so depending on your serving size you might get four to five glasses per bottle. Consumption varies widely per person and length of time, but a general rule of thumb is two glasses per person for a standard dinner party – perhaps more for a lengthier gathering or a heavier drinking crowd.

White and rosé wines should be chilled, but shouldn’t be overly cold.

Serving temperatures around 45-50 degrees (note, most refrigerators will bring the wines down below 40 degrees, which is a little too cold – let the wines warm slightly on the counter before serving).

Red wines do not need chilled, although room temperature is a tad too warm. If you have a cool garage or basement, store them there until ready to uncork – 60-65 degrees is typically about right.

In the end, there are no “right” and “wrong” wines to celebrate the day with, only wines that might make the affair all that more enjoyable.

Consider a mix of wines you’re familiar with, and a few less familiar for a memorable tasting experience for the entire table.

Written by Lisa Lawrence, owner, Gård Vintners wine tasting room in Ellensburg. If you need help with specific wine pairings this holiday season, please stop by and let us know.

We are always happy to help!

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Pumpkin Hand Pies

By Molly Allen

As we all know, fall is the heart of pumpkin season. The leaves are falling, die-hard pumpkin fans are sipping Pumpkin Spice Lattes, and fall baking is always on the agenda. There's nothing better than a warm home filled with the scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove. This is the perfect recipe to get you in the fall spirit!

Make these Homemade Pumpkin Hand Pies for any occasion, whether served for breakfast, similar to a Pop Tart, or for dessert with vanilla ice cream on top. You can swap out the filling for many other flavors throughout the year - raspberry jam is my favorite!

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ast year’s Christmas was pretty memorable. My wife and I had our daughter on December 22nd. That was truly the best Christmas gift. It was our first child and the holidays are going to be much more fun having her around. —Blake Hale

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e were coming home Christmas Eve after spending it with family and our whole family saw Santa streaking through the sky over our house. The children were at the age of not really believing but after that night it was all about believing in Santa again! —Cindy Knudson

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y most magical moment would be when I was younger on Christmas Eve. Family on my mother’s side and father’s side would gather together at my grandparent’s house in Seattle. We would have a dinner with turkey, steak, ribs, all you can eat. After dinner we would all gather around the table and play cards. At some point my grandparent’s would announce that Santa was on the roof and later I learned that they would ring bells pretending that they were Santa. The children would all huddle in the den and wait.

My grandmother would point out a shooting star and say “There goes Santa right there!”. Afterwards we would return to the living room and underneath the Christmas tree, several presents had appeared. We would all open our presents and then finish the evening with pie and ice cream. —Nikki Puhich

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fun family tradition growing up was driving around Christmas Eve with my family and looking at all of the Christmas lights on the houses around our neighborhood. I grew up in Las Vegas and the community I lived in had a huge competition for the best decorated house. There were huge cash prizes for the winners, so many of the houses were absolutely stunning, lit up and over the top!!! —Cheryl Brown

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all and winter holidays are the best for my family. The boys could not wait for hunting (bird) season to start. Thanksgiving was four days of bliss. All of the grand kids with their fathers and grandfather, all out in the field with the dogs. Most of the time it was just walking, but now and then shooting at a bird. We always enjoyed the leftovers from Thanksgiving and playing card games. During Christmas when the kids were little, we put on a pageant where the kids dressed up in outfits for the Christ birth story, each saying their parts. Of course, the parents were helping them with their words. After the pageant, we would sing songs and enjoy having prime rib for dinner.

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Next morning we braved I 90 across the Great Divide to Bellevue for a traditional family gathering. I never told anyone there about my magical night in the forest. —Wendy Flowers

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Winter Hair Needs Better Care

By Deb Lampley, Alente Spa & Salon

It's great to have four beautiful seasons in the ever lovely Kittitas Valley.

However, winter brings some challenges to hair and skin care. If ignored those "challenges" become full blown (hair pun, ha!) issues. Unhealthy hair is not pretty, no matter how long, the color or the cut. Dry or damaged hair can age you, making your color look dull and cause frizz and breakage... yuck!

So, what to do? Most people would tell you to slap more conditioner on your locks and call it good. That MAY help, but depending on what's in your product, it might just mask the problem. At Alente we love AVEDA's answer to dry and damaged hair, AVEDA Botanical Hair Therapy. Going way beyond any conditioner or even deep conditioner, Botanical Treatments combine pomegranate and buriti (Brazilian palm) oils, to moisturize and strengthen hair up to 86% in one treatment alone! This "hair therapy" as they call it, can be added to any haircut or color, or booked as a standalone appointment.

Contrary to popular belief, winter can be enjoyed. Even if you hate winter, your hair doesn't have to.

Exfoliate, Hydrate, Protect and Celebrate

By Karen Erickson, Suncadia Spa

Skin will regenerate itself approximately every 27 days. Proper skin care is essential to maintaining the health and vitality of the largest organ on our body and its job is crucial; to protect us from infection and germs. In order for it to protect us, we need to take good care of it!

We live in a dry region with hard water that tends to dry out skin even faster. Winters can be harsh, but don’t let the weather take a harsh toll on your skin this season.

Here are some best practices for maintaining smooth, supple and healthy skin throughout the season.

EXFOLIATE The key to shedding dead skin cells and eliminating dry skin.

HYDRATE Our skin needs moisture, internally and externally.

Before a shower or bath:

Use a heavier moisturizer (body/face cream, not lotion) and layer with a serum or oil (not mineral) first. Face and body serums and oils are great in the colder weather and will help the skin to hold in moisture. Don’t forget to hydrate internally and drink plenty of liquids throughout the day; especially after celebrating with good food and drink!

1) Using a body brush, start at your feet and dry brush your skin in small, circular motions, working upward from the extremities toward your heart. Dry brushing is a great way to exfoliate the skin and stimulate circulation.

2) Next, apply an oil-based sugar scrub and rinse with warm, not hot water.

PROTECT The sun’s rays can be even more damaging in the winter when they reflect off the snow and ice.

Sunscreen is essential year round! Use a broad spectrum sunscreen that blocks UVA and UVB rays and don’t forget to reapply. Sun protection is now built into the fabric of clothing, in brands like Coolibar, with UPF 50+.

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Winter Skin Care with Mangos Salon

By Stephanie Castillo, Mangos Salon

Winter is here and what a perfect time to revisit your skin care goals. The cold dry winter air can leave your skin feeling dry and lifeless. Mangos Salon has everything you need to bring your skin back to life this season! Our Esthetician, Merenda, offers a choice of skincare treatments to meet your specific skincare needs and goals. Whether you are looking for a traditional facial customized just for you or a professional Microdermabrasion treatment, you can find it at Mangos.

Merenda is certified in performing the highly demanded Dermatological Bio Active Peel, also known as the peel with no downtime. This treatment goes deeper than your typical skin care treatment, yet you leave immediately with noticeably smoother, even toned, and youthful looking skin without having to miss work, school or your night out!

Even though each of these wonderful treatments are performed all year long, fall and winter months are always the best time to begin a new series due to limited exposure to sun. The Bio Active Peel treatment cost $110 for a single treatment or $299 for a package of three. Call Mangos today to treat your skin and book one of these amazing facial services!

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CommuNity CAleN der of EveNts NOVEMBER Wednesday, November 1

ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING Hal Holmes Center

Friday, November 3

FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK

5 p.m. -7 p.m.

Various Downtown Locations

Saturday, November 4 6 p.m.

Friday - Sunday, DUSTY'S HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE November 3-5 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Dusty's Nursery & Company

Saturday, November 4 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Friday - Sunday, ELLENSBURG FLORAL & GIFTS HOLIDAY OPEN November 3-5 Regular business hours

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TOYS FOR TOTS FUNDRAISING CONCERT Ellensburg Events Hall

HEARTHSTONE COTTAGE ANNUAL HOLIDAY BAZAAR Heathstone Cottage (Enter on Chestnut Street)

Monday, November 6 thru Saturday, November 25 Regular business hours

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Tuesday, November 7

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Wednesday, November 8 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

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Moments to Remember

Friday. November 24

DOWNTOWN Regular business hours

PLAID FRIDAY Ellensburg Downtown Association

Various Downtown Locations 1 p.m.

Saturday, November 11 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

INDOOR HOLIDAY MARKET Ellensburg Events Hall

Saturday, November 11 11 a.m.

VETERANS DAY PARADE & LUNCH Kittitas County Veterans Association / Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce

Downtown Ellensburg

Saturday, November 11 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

A GRANGE COUNTRY CHRISTMAS BAZAAR & BAKE SALE Swauk Teanaway Grange

COOKIE SCAVENGER HUNT

Mid November TBA

Ellensburg Downtown Association

WINDOW DANCERS Unity Center of Dance, Creative Kids Cle Elum, Sunflowers Bollywood and Central Washington Dance Academy

State Farm Insurance 6:15 p.m..

ROTARY PAVILION LIGHTING Ellesnburg Downtown Association

Thursday, November 16

KNUDSON LUMBER HOLIDAY LADIES NIGHT

6 p.m. - 7 p.m.

1791 Vantage Highway

STREETS OF BETHLEHEM

4th Avenue Alleyway between Pearl & Pine Street

FAIRGROUNDS Noon - 6 p.m.

KC FARMERS MARKET HOLIDAY MARKET

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Hal Homes Center

FRIENDS OF THE FAIR HOLIDAY CRAFT BAZAAR & CHILI FEED

Saturday, November 18 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

6 p.m.

Kittitas Valley Event Center

NWIC Building, Roslyn

Saturday, November 25

COOKIES & PICTURES WITH SANTA

11 a.m. - 4 pm.

Fitterer's Furniture

4th & Main, Downtown Ellensburg

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CWU WARE FAIR CWU Ware Fair

CWU SURC

DECEMBER Friday, December 1

FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK

5 p.m. -7 p.m.

Ellensburg Arts Commission

Downtown Ellensburg

Friday, December 1

COZY SWEATER PARTY

ELLENSBURG PRESBYTERIAN HOLIDAY BAZAAR

7 p.m.

Ellensburg First Presbyterian Church

Friday, December 1

Iron Horse Brewery

Iron Horse Brewery PUB

TREE OF LOVE Hospice Friends

Ellensburg Public Library

STARLIGHT LOUNGE & DINING ROOM GRAND RE-OPENING & ANNIVERSARY PARTY

December 1-3 & THE BEST CHRISTMAS December 8-9 PAGEANT EVER

Saturday, November 18

MULTI-ARTISAN HOLIDAY BAZAAR

Dec. 1 • 7 p.m.

Dec. 2 • 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Dec. 3 • 2 p.m.

Dec. 8 • 7 p.m.

Dec. 9 • 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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Saturday, November 18

Starlight Lounge

PICTURES WITH SANTA FAIRGROUND LIGHTING

6 p.m.

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Kittitas Valley Event Center at the Fair Grounds - Umtanum Hall

Kittitas Valley Event Center

ROSLYN OLD TOWN CHRISTMAS

Kittitas County Farmers Market

1307 E 3rd Ave

Friends of the Fair

Afternoon

Knudson Lumber

Saturday, November 18

Rotary Pavilion 7:05 p.m.

HERITAGE DISTILLING COMPANY - ROSLYN GRAND OPENING!

SAFEWAY LIGHTING Ellensburg Safeway

7 p.m.

Putnam Centennial Center

HDC - Roslyn

Various Downtown Locations (Meet at Rotary Pavilion) 5 p.m.

Saturday, November 25

1361 Ballard Hill Road, Cle Elum

Children's Musical Theatre

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Noon

CLE ELUM COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING DINNER Putnam Centennial Center, Cle Elum

TEDDY BEAR’S FIRST CHRISTMAS Fitterer's Furniture

Wednesday, November 22

North Poe Design

Valley Musical Theatre

United Methodist Church

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PICTURES WITH SANTA

Saturday & Sunday, December 2 & 3

GIFTS AND GOODIES SALE 401 S Willow St

11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Gunners

Saturday, December 2

PICTURES WITH SANTA

Saturday, December 2

TEDDY BEAR TEA

12 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Ellensburg Floral

Ellensburg Floral

Saturday, December 2

THORP COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION

6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

St. Andrews Church

Saturday, December 2

11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Saturday, December 2 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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CHRISTMAS IN KITTITAS FESTIVAL

4 p.m. - 9 p.m.

City of Kittitas

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Saturday, December 2

BUILD A BIRD HOUSE WORKSHOP

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Knudson Lumber

Saturday, December 2

DOWNTOWN CLE ELUM 2 p.m.

Pennsylvania Street, Downtown Cle Elum

Saturday, December 2

PHOTOS WITH MINI "REINDEER"

11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Roslyn Downtown Association

NWIC Building- Roslyn

Saturday, December 10

CLAY ELVES WORKSHOP

10 a.m.

Gallery One

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Sunday, December 10

CHOIR CONCERT

6 p.m.

Chestnut Street Baptist Church

609 N Chestnut

NWIC Building- Roslyn

Thursday, December 14

COMMUNITY GIFT EXCHANGE

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Ellensburg Downtown Association

Elks Building Grand Ballroom

Saturday, December 16

WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION

Roslyn Downtown Association

Wednesday, December 6

TREE OF LOVE

Thursday, December 7

WINDERMERE PHOTOS WITH SANTA

2 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Windermere Real Estate/Ellensburg

808 South Main Street

Thursday, December 7

HOLIDAY GIRLS NIGHT OUT

5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Various Downtown Locations

Hospice Friends

Ellensburg Downtown Association

Roslyn Downtown Association

Roslyn

Downtown Cle Elum

Saturday, December 16

KC FARMERS HOLIDAY MARKET

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Kittitas County Farmers Market

Teanaway Hall

Saturday, December 23

PURITY SOAPWORKS HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE & 3 YEAR CELEBRATION

12 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Purity Soapworks

508 North Ruby

Friday, December 8

COMMUNITY CHOIRS HOLIDAY CONCERT

7 p.m.

CWU McIntyre Music Building Concert Hall

Community Choirs

PARADE OF LIGHTS

Saturday, December 9

HOLIDAY FARMERS MARKET

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Kittitas Valley Event Center

Kittitas County Farmers Market

Cle Elum Downtown Association

Downtown Cle Elum 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Sunday, December 24

SANTA VISITS ROSLYN Roslyn Downtown Association

Roslyn

SANTA'S VILLAGE Cle Elum Downtown Association

6 p.m.

PICTURES WITH SANTA, UGLY SWEATER CONTEST & HOLIDAY TREATS

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Knudson Lumber Ellensburg

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Kelleher Motor Company

Saturday, December 10

Shadow Wing Ranch Equine Assisted Learning

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Saturday, December 2

Ellensburg Downtown Association

CENTENNIAL CENTER CHRISTMAS BAZAAR Putnam Centennial Center

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There’s no place like home for the holidays, and a hallmark of this season is bringing everyone together. Jingle on over to the CWU Student Union and Recreation Center (SURC) with family and friends to share in the holiday spirit.

Ware Fair: A Farmers Market from the North Pole The 42nd Annual Ware Fair will once again fill the SURC from November 30 through December 2. Featuring over 30 vendors from all over the

This juried fair ensures all vendors are exhibiting purely handmade products, so you’ll definitely find a unique holiday gift.

According to CWU student Alexis Everett, 2nd year lead programmer for the event, “You can always find something at Ware Fair.” With free hot chocolate, candy canes, and holiday cheer, Ware Fair promises to deliver a boost to student’s morale and a warm cheerful space to bring the community together.

5th grade children and their families, CWU hosts winter-themed crafts and activities from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the SURC. The event is operated completely by student elves (or volunteers) who prepare for the event well in advance. Thanks to volunteers, this event is offered to families for free, providing a break from the financial and emotional stress of the holidays. Witnessing the looks on children’s faces when they take their photos with Santa, or finally finish their marshmallow masterpiece, is enough to warm any frozen heart.

There’s nothing like creativity and warm smiles to bring the community together. Enjoy the festive fun in the SURC, and have a wonderful holiday season!

Meet Santa at the Holiday Extravaganza If you plan on going to Ware Fair on December 2, then bring the family for the annual Holiday Extravaganza. Welcoming Kindergarten through

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Local Charity Spotlight:

APOYO

By Allie Sheldon

Allied People Offering Year-Round Outreach, better known as APOYO, has been distributing food and clothing to families in need for eighteen years. CWU professor Phillip Garrison, along with other CWU faculty and members of the local Hispanic community founded APOYO in 1999. The organization began without a permanent location, handing out food from churches, houses and sometimes even the back of cars and trucks. Volunteers did whatever it took to reach people in need, a tradition that continues today.

APOYO has called the CWU Old Heat building home for years, but recent renovations to the building forced them to move. CWU offered a house on the corner of 18th Avenue and Brooklane, and this fall APOYO is celebrating one year in their new location.

APOYO receives partial funding from the State of Washington's Emergency Food Assistance Program. They also receive food and clothing donations from Northwest Harvest and FISH Food Bank. Many local organizations, religious groups and individuals support APOYO by donating time, money, food, clothing and household items.

In addition to volunteer hours, APOYO offers internship and research opportunities to CWU students. They have signed an memorandum of understanding with CWU’s Chavez-King Leadership Institute for Social Change to have regular student volunteers.

Going to the food bank also provides a chance for children to experience the CWU campus.

According to Garrison, 30 clients have enrolled at CWU since APOYO began. “A couple have earned doctorates . . . It’s very specific exposure that Central gets to the people that are neediest and often most newly arrived,” Garrison told the Daily Record in 2016.

APOYO is open Wednesdays from 6:00 – 7:00 pm and Saturdays from 1:00 – 2:00 pm. Visit APOYOfoodbank.org for more information or to donate.

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Healthy Recipe

Eating healthy for the holidays can be tough, especially when you’re surrounded by delicious sweets and treats. However, here at KVH we know there are ways to sneak some healthy habits into your holidays, here’s how:

Cooking substitutions: • Use olive oil or avocado oil instead of butter or vegetable oil when baking or cooking.

• Replace any oils in baking with applesauce replacing it cup for cup (i.e ½ c. oil= ½ c. applesauce) • Swap out your bleached, white flour with other alternatives like whole wheat or almond flour • Replace your mashed potatoes with mashed cauliflower. You won’t even be able to tell the difference!

Making Healthier Choices: • Sometimes the holidays can be a hard time for people to stay on track. It is okay to indulge a little bit because balance is important, but just remember not to overindulge during the holidays.

• Do I want turkey or ham? As delicious as ham is, be careful with your portions! Ham tends to be a little higher in sodium.

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• Pick dark chocolate over milk chocolate.

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Staying fit in the winter months

By Cait Dalton, EDA Promotions Committee

Cold weather, shorter days and holiday treats can lead us astray or keep us from starting to pursue an active lifestyle. If you find yourself being more sedentary during the winter months, do not despair. Audra Fuller, owner and personal trainer at Maximus the Gym, and Taylor Clark, owner and personal trainer at Ellensburg CrossFit, offer some advice on ways to stay active, motivated and disciplined during the winter.

PARTNER UP Finding a workout buddy or a group is a sure-fire way of staying accountable to your goals. Keep it fun and goal-oriented by trading off who decides the workout, swapping recipes, and encourage each other.

“Often the trainers at the gym can pair you up with others on your same wave length, energy levels and goals,” says Fuller.

Be sure to pick a schedule that works for the both of you and stick to it.

THINK OUTSIDE (the box) Outdoor winter activities, such as down-hill or cross-country skiing are fun and active ways to change up your routine and get outside. Snowshoeing is also a great activity to try out. It’s more challenging than you’d think, plus no experience needed! Another fresh-air activity that has gained popularity is fat tire biking. The folks at the ReCycle Shop in Ellensburg or the Northwest Bicycle Improvement Company in Roslyn can get you set up. Whatever you decide to do, be consistent. Don’t let the pitfalls of winter derail you from the active lifestyle you’ve maintained through the warmer months.

Clark suggests signing up for a competition in early spring to keep you motivated throughout winter.

Set your goals on something as traditional as a marathon or 5k, or venture out and sign up for a weightlifting meet, basketball tournament or a bodybuilding competition. CrossFit holds a competition at the end of winter to help keep its members motivated and in shape through the cold months.

CHANGE IT UP There is no shame in changing your fitness routine.

“The body tends to respond much better if you keep it a bit confused about what’s next,”

Fuller states. If you need ideas on how to change up your routine and keep your body guessing and stimulated, fitness trainers could offer some suggestions.

BE PREPARED Holiday parties, gatherings and vacations can cause serious disruption to your healthy eating plan and workout routine. Before a social gathering, be sure to eat clean and healthy leading up to the event, including a clean meal before you go. By doing this you won’t be hungry at the party and will avoid the temptations of holiday treats and sweets. For family gatherings and meals, plan for healthy choices to be available. Ask your family to be supportive of your healthy choices and invite them to pursue making healthy nutrition choices. When it comes to vacations don’t treat it as a time to cheat. Be deliberate in keeping up with clean eating choices. Another key component of being prepared, according to Fuller, is to eat every 3 hours so you don’t allow your blood sugar to drop and cause cravings.

As Clark says, “Just remember that if you have one bad day of eating you can get back on track the next day. Don’t let one day derail your nutrition goals!”

LOW-COST RECOMMENDATIONS Can’t make it to the gym or a group fitness class? No problem. Clark gives a few tips on some low-cost ways to stay in shape. He suggests purchasing a kettlebell. “Kettle bells are perfect for any kind of strength or conditioning workouts because they are so versatile and you can work every muscle in your body with this one piece of equipment.”

Home workouts are a great low cost option. Use whatever equipment you have access to. Your own creativity is your limit with home workouts.

COMMUNITY & RESOURCES The trainers at Maximus the Gym and CrossFit are more than happy to help you create a healthy lifestyle plan suited to your needs and goals. Hiring a trainer is a great way to stay accountable.

Whatever those goals and how you choose to accomplish them, remember it is possible! Create a plan, stick to it, and use your community resources to help you stay on track.

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WATCH WHAT YOU EAT Eating a healthy diet is a great way to stay in shape. As Clark points out, “If you miss a few days of exercise you won’t feel like you’ve undone everything if you’ve been eating right the whole time.” Keep in mind that your intake of carbohydrates, aside from non-starchy vegetables, will regulate your body weight for the most part. Here are a few tips on ways to keep your diet in check throughout the winter: • Lower carb intake, increase essential fats and proteins.

• Increase water intake.

• Load up on local fruits and vegetables. Eating fruits and vegetables native to our area are much better for proper digestion.

• Eat warmer foods on a regular basis to aide in digestion.

• Limit tropical fruits and cold foods.

• Eliminate saturated fats but keep essential fats in your diet.

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Cozy in the snow

By Laura Portolese, EDA Promotions Committee

Kittitas County offers everything you need for plenty of family-friendly snow sport options this winter, from snowshoeing to cross country skiing.

Snowshoeing The learning curve for snowshoeing is low for adults and kids of all ages — “it is as simple as walking”, says Tami Walton of Mountain High Sports. All you need are snowshoes and poles, and you are good to go! The best place in town to get fitted and rent gear, for a full day or extended days, is Mountain High Sports in Ellensburg, located at 105 E. 4th Avenue. Snowshoeing is inexpensive, fun, and a great family activity. If you love it, Mountain High Sports sells snowshoes as well.

Anywhere you can hike you can snowshoe, as long as there is about 4 inches of snow on the ground. If there isn’t snow locally, Blewett pass has a great snow park with a well-marked snowshoe trail. Located at the top of the pass, this gentle 2.5 mile round trip loop is great for families. Dogs are allowed on this trail too, so you don’t have to leave Fido at home. On a clear day, you can see all the way to Mount Rainier from there! Salmon la Sac and the Snoqualmie summit offer many options as well. You may need a SnoPark Permit in some places, so check that out before you go.

The most important thing to remember about snowshoeing, or really any winter sport, says Tami, is to “dress in layers and come prepared with all of the essentials.”

Proper clothing is essential for sports participation in winter. It is imperative to wear clothing that keeps you warm and dry.

Consider layering in threes for snowshoeing: 1st layer wicks moisture away from your body and keeps you dry, 2nd layer provides insulation, and 3rd layer is a shell to protect you from wind and water. Not sure what to buy for your outings? Mountain High Sports can help you get all the right items for your sporting needs! You also should carry water, food, and the 10 essentials of hiking any time you are out and about on your snowshoes.

Skiing

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Have you thought about trying your hand at skiing or snowboarding?

Mountain High Sports also rents equipment for cross country skiing, downhill skiing and snowboarding.

Ellensburg has many great options for downhill skiing nearby. Mission Ridge, White Pass, Steven's Pass and Snoqualmie Pass are all within 1-2 hours of Ellensburg. Cross country skiing, like snowshoeing, can be done anywhere there is enough snow. When it snows in Ellensburg some local cross country skiing locations include the Golf Course, West Ellensburg Park or the John Wayne trail. If you prefer groomed trails, Suncadia, Cabin Creek, Hyak, Crystal Springs and Leavenworth are all roughly an hour away.

Winter sports are alive and well in our valley. Tired of watching movies at home in the winter? Put that hot chocolate in a thermos, stop by Mountain High Sports, strap on some snowshoe or ski equipment, and get cozy outside this winter!

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