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CONTENTS ( W H AT ’ S I N S I D E )

EDITOR LETTER

FIRST LOOK Planning Pullman Lilacs & Lemons Spokane Rising

THE SCENE The Story of The Fox Lilac Lit Art & Words Soulful Living Datebook

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health beat Breast Cancer Risk Stay Active

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LOCAL CUISINE Rosauer Recipe For the Love of Coffee Eats, Shoots, & Leaves Dining Guide

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CLARKSVILLE Rocket Man

Best of the city

Catalyst Ideas into Reality Meet your Banker

Nest A Welcoming Porch House Feature

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EDITOR LETTER

Dear reader, A few weeks ago, on a seemingly ordinary night, my kids had just gone to sleep (or were at least pretending). I was on Facetime with Frenchie. For those who didn’t read the last letter, Frenchie is—as my Aunt Kitty put it—my new beau. We were having a discussion (he calls all conversations discussions, which I rather like), and my heart rate increased out of nowhere. Now, if you’re a woman without a heart problem, it might be reasonable to assume, “Well, she just really likes him.” But my heart problem—pregnancy induced cardiomyopathy stemming from my second pregnancy—started while I was sitting on my couch, eating grapes, and I went into ventricular tachycardia out of nowhere. I was twenty-seven. From that point on, an increased heart rate has never been simple. At first, I didn’t say anything to Frenchie. Of course, he knew in abstraction that I have a heart problem, but it’s a whole other thing to hear from your girlfriend that her heart is out of control. So, instead I tried to pretend it wasn’t happening. My logic was If I ignore this, it will go away. So, I tried to concentrate on what he was saying, but I ended up telling him anyway. Now I’m freaked out, he’s freaked out, so I ask him to time me for sixty seconds and I put my fingers up to my neck to count my pulse. This is mostly to give him something to do—I know my pulse is high, too high. 120s, but I don’t give him the number. We wait a few minutes and do it again. 130s. At some point, I text Lindsey and tell her she might have to come over to stay with my boys while I go to the hospital. Times like this, I’m always grateful to know that if the boys wake in the middle of the night and I’m not there, Aunt Lindsey will be. My fear has never been dying. It’s always been leaving them too early. There’s no one else I would want them to be with if the worst happened. I took my pulse with Frenchie a couple more times. I texted Lindsey and told her I wasn’t going into the hospital. Because breakthrough cases with the Delta variant are happening and emergency waiting rooms are full of people with COVID, I made the decision to stay home that night. I got off Facetime and tried to sleep. I don’t remember falling asleep, but I must have because I woke up the next morning with a normal pulse. You might think I made the wrong decision. You might even be right. But that night, it worked. My decision would have been different pre-COVID. I would have gone in because it’s 12

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better safe than sorry. I would have been annoyed sitting in the waiting room for hours only for the ER to run tests that have nothing to do with my condition (not their fault—protocol). But I would have been monitored, electrodes displaying my annoying heart, and if something happened while I was under the team’s care—such as going into ventricular fibrillation—I would have had a good shot at being saved. They would tell me if I would be more comfortable being monitored overnight, they could do that, and I would say yes because that is what my mom would want me to say. I can hear her, Better safe than sorry, Meg. But that wasn’t the decision I made that night. Instead, I made the decision to wonder, “What if I’m staying home and this is the time I need it?” More and more ICU beds are going to people suffering the worst effects of COVID-19 and a majority of those patients are unvaccinated. If you’re not getting vaccinated, it’s important to understand that you aren’t just making a decision for yourself. You’re making it for all the sick people who might need those hospital beds. People who are waiting for surgeries—a Sept. 17 Spokesman-Review article told the story of Emily Wynne, a forty-four year-old woman waiting to get a tumor in her breast removed. Her surgeon’s medical team is in the COVID ward. This is preventable. “I know I am not the only one; it’s just frustrating,” Wynne told The SpokesmanReview. “I have two young kids, and I feel like I’m a young person, and I just think if this delay in surgery affects my prognosis it really sucks. I was up for doing whatever I need to do to give me the best chances.” You’re deciding for her, and many other people like her. There is too much at stake for me to be anything but direct. If you haven’t been vaccinated yet, do it. No, I can’t make this decision for you, but you’re deciding the fate of others. Put your finger to your neck, feel your pulse. That’s a gift. Don’t squander it. Sincerely, Megan Louise

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I n a l l , h e r e a r e f i f t e e n r e a s o n s t o m a ke the drive down to Pullman this fall: 1 . MISS HUDDY’S BARBECUE — When the Schotzkos first launched their barbecue business, named for their daughter Hudson, the wait was sometimes two or more hours. And that was outdoors in winter in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Patrons started lining up as early as 7:30 a.m. Prep starts Monday the week of a cook. Tuesday, Tim trims the brisket. Wednesday, he makes sausage, grinding trimmings, and stuffing casings. Thursday, he cold-smokes sausages. Friday, Molly makes sides: mac and cheese, slaw, beans, potato salad based on her mom’s recipe, and banana pudding. Saturday, Tim’s up early to cook, a process that lasts well into the night. Sunday, they’re on site around 7:30 a.m. Service starts at 11, and patrons come from throughout the Palouse as well as Spokane, Coeur d’Alene, Lewiston, Clarkston, Tri-Cities, Walla Walla, and more. “We love that they’re willing to drive to taste our food,” Tim says. “We also love that they’re probably visiting other places in Pullman, not just us. That’s good for our entire community.” misshuddysbarbecue.com. 2. WSU FOOTBALL — Martin Stadium is back open at full capacity for football games for the first time since the 2019 season. The Cougs are scheduled to play at home on Gesa Field three times in October and once in November. Games are Oct. 9 versus Oregon State, Oct. 16 versus Stanford, Oct. 23 versus Brigham Young and Nov. 19 versus Arizona. wsucougars.com/sports/football. 3. FERDINAND’S ICE CREAM SHOPPE — WSU’s on-campus scoop shop is

usually open Monday through Friday but also opens on home football game days. This is your chance to get Cougar Gold straight from the source. Buying the beloved cheese here saves customers approximately $10 to $15 per can. Other flavors include sweet basil, smoky cheddar, dill garlic, Natural Viking, and Crimson Fire! (Yes, the exclamation point is part of the spicy cheese’s proper name.) Don’t forget the ice cream. Like the cheese, it’s made from milk from WSU’s own dairy herd. Favorite flavors are Cougar Tracks, Huckleberry Ripple, and Apple Cup Crisp. creamery.wsu.edu and visitor.wsu.edu.

4. STUDENT-GROWN VEGGIES — The farm stand at WSU’s Eggert Family Organic Farm is open 3-6 p.m. on Fridays through October. Stock up on sugar dumpling and delicata squash, pumpkins, shallots, yellow onions, carrots, cucumbers, beets, potatoes,

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tomatoes, peppers, basil, microgreens, and more. css.wsu.edu/organicfarm.

5. ART — Admission is free at the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art WSU, which features a couple shows this fall exploring issues of race. The Black Lives Matter Artist Grant Exhibition celebrates twenty Washington artists—including Grace June of Spokane—who are using their talents to respond to systematic racism. The exhibit runs through Dec. 18. Mirror, Mirror: The Prints of Alison Saar runs through March 12 and features prints and sculptures from the collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and his family foundation. Saar is a Los Angeles artist whose work narrates the African American experience. museum.wsu.edu.

6. BIG BUTTES — The popular Pine

Ridge Trail is an approachable 3.5-mile loop to the 3,651-foot summit at Kamiak Butte State Park, fourteen miles north of Pullman, where admission is free. If you don’t feel like hiking but still want to check out sweeping vistas of the Palouse, get a Discover Pass and drive the winding road around Steptoe Butte State Park, thirty miles north of Pullman. The 3,612-foot summit—the site of a hotel that opened in 1888 and burned down in 1911—is popular with photographers for its panoramic views. parks.state.wa.us/592/Steptoe-Butte.

7. BILL CHIPMAN PALOUSE TRAIL — This easy, seven-mile trail follows

11. HOT NOODS — The belly-warming broth at O-Ramen doesn’t come out of a bag. Owner

8. A ROUND OR TWO WITH A VIEW — WSU’s Palouse Ridge Golf

12. RICO’S — This downtown public house, established in 1909, has been a mainstay for

a former rail line connecting Pullman with Moscow. It’s flat and paved and perfect for cycling, walking, running, and rollerblading.

Orin Ford —he’s the O in O-Ramen—simmers his for twelve hours to get that rich umami flavor. Opened in 2019, his downtown eatery serves up its best-selling tonkotsu (pork, pickled ginger, wood ear mushrooms, seaweed, soy sauce, a jammy egg, and green onions) along with edamame, fried pork dumplings, vegan ramen made with garbanzo bean broth, and more. o-ramen.com. generations of college students. It serves up pub grub such as jalapeño poppers, mozzarella sticks, onion rings, wings, and burgers—with a side of history. The brick- and book-lined corner establishment also offers live music, pool, sidewalk patio seating, a full bar, and a cozy fireplace. ricospub1909.com.

Club’s eighteen-hole course offers specialevent packages for home football game weekends. Aprés-golf, relax at Round Top Public House, overlooking the course. It offers the best views of the region’s rolling hills of any restaurant in town. Popular dishes include crab beignets and a flat iron steak with chimichurri. palouseridge.com and roundtopph.com.

13. LOCAL SUDS — Look for the Kugar Kolsch, Huckleberry Sour, The Arbiter IPA,

9. THE COUG — A Greek Row

14. THE BLACK CYPRESS — This casually elegant, Greek- and Italian-influenced

10. BAG O’ BURGERS— Every day after 8 p.m. you can get five CUB burgers for ten dollars—that’s $2 each, saving you ninety-nine cents per burger—at Cougar Country Drive-In. The classic burger joint opened in 1973. A second location is coming to the student union building at WSU this fall. thecougarcountry.com.

15. ETSI BRAVO — “Etsi Bravo” is a Greek expression meaning, “That’s the way, well done.”

institution since 1932, the Coug, or Cougar Cottage, is a no-frills, not-to-miss spot where you can write on the walls—it’s tradition— grab a burger, and enjoy Coug history and a cold one. thecougarcottage.com.

Postal Porter, Palouse Wit, and rotating seasonals at Paradise Creek Brewery and its Trailside Tap Room. The brewpub is in Pullman’s old downtown post office. The tap room is a half-mile from the southwest entrance of the WSU campus. On the web: paradisecreekbrewery.com and paradisecreektrailside.com.

downtown restaurant offers one of the best dining experiences in the Inland Northwest. Start with the signature appetizer: pork souvlakia with pita bread and tzatziki sauce. Mains include the oft ordered carbonara and moqueca, a traditional Brazilian seafood stew. My go-to is roasted chicken on a bed of mashed potatoes with bread salad, roasted kale, and fresh herb pan jus. The Black Cypress is also known for its craft cocktails. theblackcypress.com. Pullman’s premier night club and lounge, opened in 2015, wanted to pay homage to its downstairs neighbor, Black Cypress, with its name. It offers a variety of craft cocktails and an Art Deco vibe. Think wallpaper, exposed brick, an eclectic vinyl record collection, and five crystal chandeliers, one of which came from the estate of actor Burt Reynolds. Highly recommended are the old-fashioned and other classics such as the Negroni, Manhattan, and Sazerac. Etsi Bravo also hosts comedy nights, deejay sets, themed nights, and more on the second story of a historical downtown building. Well done, indeed. etsibravo.com.

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FIRST LOOK/lilacs & lemons {bad}

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lilacslemons created by Vince Bozzi

by Ed. Clark

The Boz was a great guy; a good friend; a real character; a Hillyard kid who had the dream of having his own magazine, even running a neighborhood publication when he was just a boy. He made his dream came true, not with just one magazine, but several quality publications, local and statewide, plus events, venues, catering, and more. Vince’s greatest contribution was making Spokane proud of itself and bringing people together on a regular basis to celebrate our region. The magazines and events showed us how special, interesting, vibrant, and COOL we are. Vince “called them like he saw them” and wasn’t afraid to say so. “Lilacs and Lemons” gave him a chance to sound off. He’s a tough act to follow, as are the others who have kept the column going. It’s a real honor and privilege to sit in for Vince this month. LILACS for the Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living team who are keeping the dream alive every month, showing us what a fantastic place we are fortunate to live in. Thank you for your creativity, your fortitude, and your perseverance. And Lilacs as well to the advertisers for making it possible. LILACS to Mayor Nadine Woodward. When she was running for office I thought, “Oh no, we had a newscaster mayor once before, from the same station! And that didn’t turn out so well.” Nadine, on the other hand, has stepped up for her community big time, hitting the ground running, speed climbing a huge learning curve, and doing an outstanding job guiding us through unprecedented difficulties. Imagine what she can accomplish when she doesn’t have a Damn-demic to deal with. Thank you, Madame Mayor! LEMONS to ninety percent of the car, truck, and SUV commercials on TV. Nearly every one of them show a vehicle speeding and driving recklessly. It’s fast and furious, through city streets, neighborhoods, one-lane mountain roads, over 20

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streams, across beaches, over sand dunes, spinning out, racing. Come on! With six million car wrecks a year, three million people injured, and nearly forty thousand deaths, is that really responsible? LILACS to the Orange Cone People! The ones who put all those orange cones around town, (how many can there be?). They are everywhere, diverting traffic, closing all those lanes and streets, slowing you down, telling you “BE PREPARED TO STOP!”, raising your anxiety and blood pressure, and all the while you are complaining about how bad Spokane streets are. They deserve Lilacs for working so hard to smooth out your drive.

makeup. Non-professional attire. Silliness. Bad diction with a fast delivery. Take a look at some national and major market news. We can do better. Be a pro. Let’s make some lemonade. LILACS to our courageous, determined, resilient Spokane-Coeur d’Alene businesses for hanging on through this challenging time. We have a lot going for us. Our region is better than ever, and our future is bright. Madman Ed. Clark has spent fifty years in the advertising, public relations, and media business in the Northwest, serving hundreds of diverse clients from all over the country, creating tens of thousands of ads in all media, and producing multimedia programming.

LILACS to the hardest working man in commercial real estate, NAI Black’s Chris Bell. His name is on nearly every sign North, South, Valley, and in between. Good hustle, Chris! LEMONS to bad habits in some of our television news media. Starting live reports by saying, “Yeah.” Bad makeup or no

Vince and Ed., partners in the Providence Foundation Pumpkin Ball carving contest

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FIRST LOOK/spokane rising

spokanerising by Anthony Gill

Anthony Gill is an economic development professional, graduate student, and founder of Spokane Rising, an urbanist blog focused on ways to make our city a better place to live.

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In September, Amazon opened its second local distribution center, dubbed “GEG2.”

This warehouse, located in Spokane Valley, focuses mostly on larger products, like lawnmowers and patio furniture. Its grand opening was accompanied by a characteristically self-congratulatory press release from the company, noting its average starting wage of about seventeen dollars an hour and generous comprehensive benefits, including health insurance. Even local politicians and economic developers got in on the praise—like Ben Wick, Spokane Valley’s mayor, who noted that “Amazon brings great jobs with great pay and benefits as well as opportunities for longer-term careers.” Gary Ballew, VP of Economic Development at Greater Spokane Incorporated, said it may spur other e-commerce companies to move to the region. Of course, as with all economic development stories, it pays to dig a bit deeper. First, Amazon isn’t making these moves on their own––it’s receiving millions of dollars in public investment. In Spokane Valley, the company will benefit from more than twentysix million dollars in road improvements. In Airway Heights, the company received various

forms of subsidy––from transit extensions to road and sewer improvements. At the airport, the former West Plains PDA is even constructing and leasing an air cargo facility to the company. Second, remember what Ben Wick said about Amazon’s fulfillment jobs turning into long-term careers? The reality is much less positive. According to a Bloomberg investigation, similar jobs at unionized warehouses typically pay about double what Amazon pays. And Amazon promotes fewer of its employees—just a third of the average for the logistics industry. Even if you’re willing to accept those tradeoffs for the supposedly “higher wage” jobs that Amazon brings in, the investigation found that after the company locates in a community, compensation across the entire logistics industry in the area can fall by as much as six percent. Third, while Amazon may be adding one thousand jobs at “GEG2,” the company’s anticompetitive practices mean that those jobs may come at the expense of jobs at locally owned businesses. According to a survey from the Institute for Local SelfReliance, which researches the impacts of big companies on small business, fiftythree percent of small businesses face a significant negative revenue impact because of competition from Amazon. Even among businesses which sell on the platform–– who should be its biggest boosters—just eleven percent described their experience as successful. Over time, as these small businesses—beloved local institutions like Auntie’s or 4,000 Holes––face increasing pressure, they’ll shed jobs and revenue. Suddenly one thousand new Amazon jobs doesn’t sound like as much of a net gain. There is an alternative, of course. Local policymakers could prioritize helping local businesses grow, so they can hire more people and pay better wages. And when companies outside the region want to locate in Spokane, they could require certain actions from the employer—higher wages, better working conditions, prioritizing WMBE businesses as contractors and subcontractors—in exchange for road improvements and other subsidy. It probably won’t result in as many big-name headlines. But it would result in a more equitable, resilient economy in the long-term.

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Like a Phoenix from the Ashes

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“The clock was ticking toward midnight,” says Bill Simer, a retired CPA and longtime Symphony board member who played a key role not only in keeping that wrecking ball at bay, but also in the thirty-one million dollar, seven-year transformation of the Fox, which took it from faded and forlorn movie palace to fabulous, state-of-the-art concert hall. Rescuing and restoring the theater, Bill says, “was something that simply had to be done, for the Symphony and for the community.” The Fox opened in 1931, part of the nationwide Fox film studio empire. It was designed by Robert C. Reamer, whose other notable Northwest works include the Chinese-inspired 5th Avenue Theater in Seattle and the Moorish Mt. Baker Theater in Bellingham, but who is perhaps best known as the architect of the Old Faithful Inn in Yellowstone National Park. The exterior of Spokane’s Fox is handsome but restrained, barely hinting at the opulence inside, where Reamer, in collaboration with muralist Anthony Heinsbergen, created a whimsical Art Deco fantasy world for moviegoers. Depression-era audiences were eager for an escape into glamour and wonder.

photo by Whitney Cox

The Tale of the Fox and the Symphony

by Michael Schmeltzer

fter months of eerie quiet, the elegant Art Deco auditorium of the Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox is open once again for music and more. The Spokane Symphony returned to the Fox stage in September, performing for a live audience in its home hall for the first time since the pandemic shut down everything in March 2020. A long list of other upcoming performances and events is on the books. That’s surely good news, but that’s not all: The Fox itself turns ninety years old on September 3, and that’s a milestone well worth celebrating— and not just because it once seemed certain that the old theater at the corner of Sprague and Monroe was doomed to a date with the wrecking ball. Instead, it turned out that the Symphony and the Fox may have saved one another, and along the way sparked new life into a decaying downtown neighborhood and breathed fresh energy into the city’s cultural vitality.

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Shakespeare’s As You Like It. Frank Sinatra sang at the Fox with the Hoboken Four—a show The Fox—which the Spokesman-Review that was followed by a backstage fistfight between Sinatra and another member of the group. breathlessly described as a “veritable This led to Sinatra immediately leaving the tour and the Hoboken Four for good, according fairyland” in its coverage of the theater’s to Jim Kershner, author of the The Sound of Spokane, an expansive history of the Symphony grand opening—didn’t disappoint. published in 2020 to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the orchestra’s founding. “With all the beautiful, bright colors and that grand staircase, it seemed like a palace,” Like other large movie theaters in city centers across the country, the Fox began sliding recalls Joan Degerstrom, who, as an eightinto decline in the 1950s. The advent of television, suburban sprawl, shopping malls, and year-old South Hill schoolgirl, multiplexes share the blame. In the mid 1970s, the Fox’s big, beautiful interior waited with her parents was chopped into three smaller auditoriums—a failed attempt to bring back With and younger brother in audiences. A couple decades of minimal maintenance later, and by the late all the beautiful, the throng outside for 1990s the Fox was wobbling on its last legs as a motion picture house, bright colors and the theater’s doors screening second-run films for one dollar per ticket. to open on the As chance would have it, the Symphony—a cherished Spokane that grand staircase, afternoon of Sept. cultural institution dating back to 1945—was in a bit of a crisis when it seemed like a palace. 3, 1931. “Everyone word hit the street that the Fox had not only quietly gone on the market Everyone was oohing and was oohing and but also a deal had already been struck with a buyer who planned to raze aahing when we finally got it for a parking garage. aahing when we finally got inside. In short, the Symphony was being squeezed out of its longtime home inside. It was the most It was the most in the Spokane Opera House, victim of the success of “Best of Broadway” magnificent thing I had programming that was taking over the venue for weeks at a time. The twelvemagnificent thing I had ever seen. ever seen.” week run of Phantom of the Opera, stretching from winter into the spring 2000, Record-breaking crowds silenced the Symphony during the heart of its concert season. filled the Fox for Hollywood hits “It did not seem that the situation with the Opera House was likely to change,” Bill such as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs says, “and frankly that threatened the future of the Symphony. We had lost control of our and Gone with the Wind. With 2,300 seats schedule, which meant we were compelled to find other options.” and excellent acoustics, the Fox was also The idea of finding a new home had been simmering for some time, and the Fox—which the top local venue for touring stage acts. had twice been the Symphony’s home, from 1958 to 1961 and again from 1968 to 1974—had Katherine Hepburn performed at the Fox in to many always seemed like an ideal project, even in its shabby condition, says Jim.

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“The truth is, the Opera House was just never a good fit,” Jim says. “For the Symphony, the size was wrong, and the acoustics were wrong. Musicians didn’t like it and audiences didn’t really like it either.” Of course, a lot of things had to fall into place—quickly and consistently—to create this bit of civic kismet. Even after Bill convinced the would-be buyer to allow the Symphony to step in as the purchaser, there was still the matter of coming up with $1.2 million in just ninety days to consummate the deal. “Beyond support for the Symphony, people were aghast at the idea that the Fox could be torn down,” Jim says. “The community really got behind the fund-raising effort, but that was a huge ask with a very short deadline.” The final days of that fundraising period arrived with the Symphony barely halfway to its goal. Like a fairy godmother, local arts lover and philanthropist Myrtle Woldson quietly stepped in with a one-million-dollar gift to make the purchase possible. Bill and the rest of the Symphony board were of elated, of course, but there was another problem—and this one had a much higher price tag. “We had saved the Fox, but now we needed to fix the Fox,” Bill says. “Our best estimate was that restoration was going to cost thirty million dollars.” Woldson, who died in 2014 at the age of 104, contributed another two million dollars to ensure that the theater would carry the name of her late father, pioneer Spokane businessman 28

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Martin Woldson. The Cowles family, which owns The Spokesman-Review and KHQ-TV, both neighbors of the Fox, also made significant donations. Bill and other fundraisers tirelessly pursued tax credit swaps for historic building rehabilitations and worked their connections for seven million dollars in local leadership gifts and another $8.2 million in state funding, finally turning the Symphony’s dream home into reality after seven long years. A lot of magic happened along the way, Bill says. “The original architectural plans for the Fox showed up one day. We discovered that the New York company that had done the original interior painting was still in business.” “It’s really astonishing that a symphony of this size in a city of this size was able to pull it off,” Jim says. “A lot of people doing a lot of difficult work got that done in the face of really long odds.” What’s more, the rebirth of the Fox, especially in tandem with the restoration and reopening a few years earlier of the nearby Historic Davenport Hotel, sparked a revitalization of a once-downtrodden part of downtown, where a strip of seedy bars and skid row apartments gave way to hip new hotels, entertainment venues, apartments, and restaurants. “The Fox became the anchor of Spokane’s entertainment district,” Jim says. Jeff vom Saal, executive director of the Symphony since 2016, calls the Fox “the cultural living room of the community”—a place not just for Symphony concerts, but for all types of music, for movies, meetings, graduations, weddings, and the like. Still, at its heart, vom Saal says, the Fox is “a beautiful concert hall with incredible acoustics that in itself is an exquisite instrument for our orchestra.” That instrument plays beautifully for others, too. Bill recently recalled a performance by Tony Bennett shortly after the restored Fox reopened in 2007. “After a couple of pieces, he stopped and said, ‘I want to thank this community. You have something really extraordinary here.’ And then he turned off his mic and he sang a cappella. The sound was incredible. In that moment, he made the case for everything we had done. It still gives me goosebumps.”

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lilac lit by Kailee Haong

Kailee Haong is a queer fiction writer. She holds an MFA in Creative Writing from Eastern Washington University. Her work has been published in Split Lip, The Inlander, The Brown Orient, and Lilac City Fairy Tales, among others. She writes and resides in the Inland Northwest.

Every good thing must come to an end. Such is the sad truth that my time here in Spokane is ending, and it is time for me to start a new

chapter. For the past year, I’ve shared with you some of the books that I hold near and dear to my heart, and I hope that in some way these books have spoken to you, too. My goal was to prompt you, dear reader, with challenges—to read outside your comfort zones, hear from people who don’t look like you, don’t speak your languages, don’t act like you. I wanted to champion voices that are so often pushed to the margins or stifled by others. Many books I’ve provided over the year have been challenging, overwhelming, and heartbreaking. While the final books I will recommend to you may also prove to have these qualities, they also have cathartic endings. Not necessarily “happy,” but they leave you with a sense of resolution, or at least a feeling of completion and wholeness. All three of these books explore a coming to terms with one’s identity, and a journey of self-exploration and self-discovery. Readers, enjoy. It has been the most exquisite pleasure to be able to share with you.

The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen

This is a beautifully illustrated graphic novel following a young protagonist, Tiến, and his coming of age and selfdiscovery, alongside woven in fantasy tales and his mother’s experience immigrating to the US. Tiến finds comfort in literature, stories, and in his few friends that allow him to be his authentic self. Tiến struggles with the English to Vietnamese language barrier he has with his parents and wrestles with how he will tell his parents that he’s gay. Through the literature he reads almost nightly with his family and through the personal stories his mother recalls, Tiến is able to find the courage—and language—needed to share his truth. The illustrations in this novel are beautiful, full of color, and are colorized differently depending on whether the story is following present day Tiến, his mother’s past, or one of the fantasy tales Tiến is reading.

The Black Flamingo by Dean Atta

In The Black Flamingo, poems are interspersed throughout, however the entirety of the novel is written in a free verse, prose-like language so that it feels almost as if the entire novel is a poem. It’s a fast-paced read that takes you quickly throughout the adolescence and young adulthood of Michael—a black, Greek Cypriot, gay man living in the UK. It explores identity, Michael’s longing for an understanding of his culture and trying to fit in in a way that feels fresh and relevant. It is easy to become attached to the characters, as they are vibrantly described throughout and drive the story. I really enjoyed this YA and felt like it would have been beneficial for me to read when I was younger. 30

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This Is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone

I don’t often read sci-fi, but I’m so glad I picked up this book. While it took a while to get the hang of these universes and learn how to read the book, as soon as I did, I was completely sucked into the many worlds of Red and Blue. It is written partially in the epistolary style, with Red and Blue two writing letters back and forth to each other (and back and forth across time and space), interspersed with chapters of narration which ultimately give backstory into each character. This is How You Lose The Time War is the enemies-to-lovers trope reimagined and fresh. Their star-crossed romance feels tangible, heartbreaking, inevitable. This short novel is the perfect foray into science fiction/speculative fiction.

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art by Megan Perkins Megan Perkins uses her brush to capture the spirit of Spokane places and events, exploring her hometown with paint and love. Follow her adventures on Instagram @artistseyeonspokane, Facebook, and meganperkinsart.com.

Love Awaiting Burial

by LeAnn Bjerken When she wants love she starts by filling up glass jars and burying them in the backyard at night like a desperate dog moving bare bones to safer places. She’s always on the hunt keeping her pantry well stocked with all manner of grave goods. She has a hankering for trust and faithfulness but her passion is a deep red wine with notes of chocolate. She spends every sunset in the kitchen whipping delight into foamy peaks throwing salt over her shoulder with a whispered kiss. 32

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She’ll fill each jar with pickled promises boiling off the excess desire leaving them to marinate in sweetness until they’ve set the smartly dressed, the freshly canned, awaiting burial.

She’ll lie beside them awhile holding her breath and pretending she’s in the ground too feeling the spell weave itself to life drawing from the dark, stirring the roots beneath.

Then she walks out to the field to dance and dig and chant while the moon spills down the clouds to blanket the open holes.

Originally from Minnesota, LeAnn Bjerken is a poet and writer who has called Spokane home for nine years now. She has an MFA in creative writing from Eastern Washington University, and previously worked as a journalist before turning her hand to freelance writing. Her poetry has appeared in Miracle Magazine, The Pacific Northwest Inlander, and online publications including; Devilfish Review, The Artistic Muse, The Lake, Fox Adoption Magazine, and Plants & Poetry Journal.

She covers each jar with crumbs from her hands and rakes the topsoil closed with her nails.

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soulful living The Possibilities of FALL The clearer we see ourselves in this season, the clearer we see others, and therein lies the transformation.

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by Kiantha Duncan, Soulful Leadership Architect Kiantha Duncan is a lover of conversations, dinner parties, and mankind. As the woman behind “Conversations with Kiantha,” her passion is derived from helping others actualize their potential through conversations and the art of storytelling. She understands how one’s story can be a place for healing, finding common ground, and actualizing one’s full potential.

Fall has always been my favorite time of the year. The trees changing colors from bright greens to the warm yellows and oranges brings me a sense of hope. This time of the year is when I feel my most open and free to create. My spirit seems to know when fall has come. I see fall as a time to snuggle up and get close. Most importantly, fall carries me gently into the season of change. Just as we begin to add layers of clothing to keep us warm from the crisp air, we naturally long for the coziness that only connection brings. There is something about feeling warm and safe that our souls long for. As we move into this season of change, there is an invitation for us to shift our intentions, impact, and understanding of the world around us. How amazing would it be if we collectively leaned into and accepted this invitation? Our beliefs, views, and thinking are just a few of the areas that we should all be evaluating this fall season. Shedding beliefs that no longer serve us or ones which we’ve held

so tightly can be extremely scary. Change of any kind is frightening, yet our souls call for us to do our work. During this pandemic, we have certainly had our share of adversity. If it is true that in the face of adversity and catastrophe is where we find out who we really are, it is also in that space that we can be transformed to all that we imagine and hope to become in the next season of our lives. The clearer we see ourselves in this season, the clearer we see others and therein lies the transformation. Soulful living happens when we cozy up to the belief that there is always room to improve how we show up in the world and in this season our very survival depends on our ability to shed those things that no longer serve us and to connect. See yourself as the change that your family, workplace, and community need. Fear not and live SOULFULLY, —Kiantha

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Through November: Wild Things

A Campbell House companion to American Original: The Life and Work of Audubon, Wild Things targets the personal histories behind period clothing made from leather, fur, and feathers to interpret the social fabric of the Campbell Family’s era. It tracks historical relationships with living creatures, from subsistence to fashion. Museum of Arts and Culture. 2316 W. First Ave. northwestmuseum.org. Through January 9: What We Make: Nature as Inspiration

People are makers. Delve into the vital relationship between makers and nature. Discover how the landscape inspires artmaking through the works and relationship of Northwest artists Wesley Wehr and Joseph Goldberg. Explore the natural motifs, tradition, and importance of beaded bags in the plateau cultures. Investigate the use of natural materials in millinery and its many different forms. Learn the story of a blacksmith who flew the first plane in the Inland Northwest, illustrating our obsession with flight over the ages. Museum of Arts and Culture. 2316 W. First Ave. northwestmuseum.org. Through February: Louis Comfort Tiffany: Treasures from the Driehaus Collection

A celebration of the artistry and craftsmanship of the Tiffany artworks from Chicago’s distinguished Richard H. Driehaus Collection, highlighting masterworks never presented in a comprehensive exhibition. Exhibition organized by the Richard H. Driehaus 36

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Museum and toured by International Art & Artists, Washington, D.C. Museum of Arts and Culture. 2316 W. First Ave. northwestmuseum.org. Through February: Continuous Lines: Selections from the Joe Feddersen Collection

photo by Ari Nordhagen

Tribes of the Upper Columbia (UCUT) tells the story of the annual Columbia River Canoe Journey—from the purchase of old growth cedar logs and carving the dugouts to the annual launch and landing at Kettle Falls—through contemporary and historic canoes supported by the words of those who have experienced it. Museum of Arts and Culture. 2316 W. First Ave. northwestmuseum.org.

Joe Feddersen (Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation) is an artist working in printmaking, glass, and traditional materials, whose work is featured in the November 5: First Friday MAC’s permanent collection. Based in First Friday is designed to showcase Omak, Washington, he spent a career the downtown art and retail scene. teaching at Evergreen College in Downtown retailers and restaurants feature Olympia and exhibiting artists, musicians, specialty food nationally. This and beverage as a special exhibition features promotion on the first work from Friday of each month. Feddersen’s Some offerings personal may be virtual, collection of and small groups contemporary are encouraged. American downtownspokane. Indian art, org/first-Friday. reflecting his friendships COMMUNITY and artistic Through October: Apple Festival on interests over the Green Bluff past few decades. photo by Ari Nordhagen From Jaune QuickThe popular Apple Festival to-See Smith to Rick happens from late September Bartow, this exhibition features through October when the apples a wide variety of work, including sculpture, are ripe for picking. The farms have a wide painting, photography, and prints. Museum selection of you-pick or farmer-picked of Arts and Culture. 2316 W. First Ave. apples as well as pumpkins and other northwestmuseum.org. produce. Many of the farms offer live music, crafts, corn mazes, and great food Through August: Awakenings for the whole family to enjoy. Green Bluff. The MAC, in collaboration with the United greenbluffgrowers.com.

EVENTS

October 22-24: Disney On Ice Presents: Dream Big

Believing is just the beginning at Disney On Ice presents Dream Big. Miguel aspires to be a musician and journeys through the Land of the Dead to unlock his family’s history. Moana and Maui bravely restore the stolen heart of Te Fiti, Anna and Elsa save their kingdom and the Disney Princesses inspire with stories of strength, determination, and kindness. Share every magical moment filled with breathtaking ice skating and beloved Disney songs and stories that give everyone a reason to believe. See Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy and stars from Frozen, Moana, Coco, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Tangled, The Princess and the Frog, Cinderella, and Sleeping Beauty. Spokane Arena. 720 W. Mallon Ave. spokanearena. com. October 23-24: Julia Sweeney: Older and Wider - Live Taping

Julia Sweeney is an actress/comedienne and writer from Spokane. She is most known for having been a cast member of Saturday Night Live in the early 90s where she popularized her most famous character, Pat. After she left SNL, she created several comedic biographical one-person shows. Martin Woldson Theatre at the Fox. 1001 W. Sprague Ave. foxtheaterspokane.org. November 4: The Dude Perfect 2021 Tour

After their incredibly successful first tour in 2019 that saw them selling out arenas across the US, Dude Perfect is back with an all-new tour for 2021. Dude Perfect is an American sports and comedy group headquartered in Frisco, Texas. The group consists of twins Cory and Coby Cotton, Garrett Hilbert, Cody Jones, and Tyler Toney, all of whom are former college roommates at Texas A&M University. Spokane Arena. 720 W. Mallon Ave. spokanearena.com.

November 6: Uncaged: Untold Stories from the Cast of Tiger King

Featuring cast members from the Netflix hit docu-series of the year Tiger King, “Uncaged: The Untold Stories from the Cast of Tiger King” will feature four cast

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members from the pop culture blockbuster: John Reinke, Kelci Saffery, Joshua Dial, and Barbara Fisher. The four will engage in a live moderated conversation, and audiences will be able to peek behind the curtain of 2020’s most bizarre and addictive TV series. Audiences will hear stories about Joe Exotic, Carole Baskin, Doc Antle, and all the others—direct from the people who lived the mayhem. Moderated by comedian and podcast veteran Todd McComas, the show features a seventy-minute discussion with the cast members discussing all things Tiger King—including never-beforeseen videos, photos, and no-holds-barred stories—stories that will make audiences gasp in disbelief and relive the series all over again. The show will also include a live audience Q&A. First Interstate Center for the Arts. 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. firstinterstatecenter.org. November 16: Hasan Minhaj

Hasan Minhaj is bringing the laughter to Spokane. Minhaj was the host and creator of the weekly comedy show Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj that premiered on Netflix in October 2018. The series explored the modern cultural and political landscape with depth and sincerity through his unique comedic voice. Patriot Act received a 2019 Peabody Award, a 2019 Primetime Emmy Award for “Outstanding Motion Design,” and was recognized for a 2020 Television Academy Honor. First Interstate Center for the Arts. 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. firstinterstatecenter.org.

THEATRE

October 19-24: CATS

CATS tells the story of one magical night when an extraordinary tribe of cats gathers for its annual ball to rejoice and decide which cat will be reborn. The original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber (The Phantom of the Opera, School of Rock, Sunset Boulevard), original scenic and costume design by John Napier (Les Misérables), all-new lighting design by Natasha Katz (Aladdin), allnew sound design by Mick Potter, new 38

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choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler (Hamilton) based on the original choreography by Gillian Lynne (Phantom of the Opera), and direction by Trevor Nunn (Les Misérables) make this production a new CATS for a new generation. First Interstate Center for the Arts. 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. firstinterstatecenter.org. November 12-13: A Christmas Carol

Two visionary Tony Award winners— playwright Jack Thorne (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child) and director Matthew Warchus (Matilda)—offer a magical new interpretation of Charles Dickens’ timeless story. Nominated for five Tony Awards, this New York Times Critic’s Pick welcomes theatergoers of all ages into an immersive experience that is brimming with Christmas spirit. Featuring dazzling staging, moving storytelling, and twelve cherished Christmas carols, including “Joy to the World,” “Silent Night,” and “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear,” this timely production will leave you “with a heart full of joy and light” (Entertainment Weekly). First Interstate Center for the Arts. 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. firstinterstatecenter.org.

MUSIC

October 12: Machine Gun Kelly

Recording artist Machine Gun Kelly (Colson Baker), is a multi-hyphenate talent with an impressive career that started in Cleveland and has made him a globally known star in both music and film. Machine Gun Kelly’s fifth studio album Tickets To My Downfall was released on September 25 and debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200. The album was the first rock album of 2020 to take the top spot and amassed over half a billion streams in under

a week. Pavilion at Riverfront. Riverfront Park. 574 N Howard St. spokanepavilion. com. October 15: Jimmy Eat World and Taking Back Sunday

Jimmy Eat World is composed of lead vocalist and lead guitarist Jim Adkins, rhythm guitarist and backing vocalist Tom Linton, bassist Rick Burch, and drummer Zach Lind. They have released ten studio albums. The current lineup of Taking Back Sunday—vocalist Adam Lazzara, guitarist John Nolan, drummer Mark O’Connell, and bassist Shaun Cooper—have all been there since the beginning. From the band’s landmark 2002 debut Tell All Your Friends to their most recent full-length, 2016’s Tidal Wave, Taking Back Sunday have evolved from a key player in the early 2000s emo scene to a genre-defying rock band who have three gold albums without ever ceasing to push the limitations of their sound. Pavilion at Riverfront. Riverfront Park. 574 N. Howard St. spokanepavilion.com. November 20: Zach Williams

Zach Williams’ powerful and poignant journey spans how a boy with a storybook childhood filled with wonderfully nurturing parents, a strong and supportive grounding in the church, and a warm and loving local community was seduced away by the illusion of rock stardom, and the drug and alcohol excesses that can so often accompany that lifestyle. These days, the Jonesboro, Arkansas-raised and currently Nashville, Tennessee-based artist is a renewed man. He’s a husband, a father, and has also become one of CCM’s leading artists and songwriters by carving a niche with his singular blend of southern rock, country, and faith-filled songwriting, which quickly awarded him his first GRAMMY Award with his debut album, 2017’s Chain Breaker. With two additional GRAMMY nods among numerous other accolades, he now returns to share his boldly vulnerable and hope-filled sophomore album, aptly titled Rescue Story. First Interstate Center for the Arts. 334 W.

Spokane Falls Blvd. firstinterstatecenter.org. November 26: Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Multi-platinum, progressive rock group Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) will be bringing its highly anticipated Winter Tour back for 2021 to Spokane. This year’s long-awaited tour celebrates the 25th anniversary of the group’s landmark album Christmas Eve and Other Stories. A product of the vision and imagination of TSO’s late founder/composer/lyricist Paul O’Neill, Christmas Eve and Other Stories follows a story set on Christmas Eve when a young angel is sent to Earth to bring back what is best representative of humanity. Following favorite TSO themes of “strangers helping strangers” and “the kindness of others,” Christmas Eve and Other Stories takes listeners all over the world to help reunite a young girl with her distraught father. Spokane Arena. 720 W. Mallon Ave. spokanearena.com.

FITNESS

October 10: Spokane Marathon

For 2021, the Spokane Marathon will offer both live and virtual options. All courses are certified distances. The Spokane Marathon and Half Marathon are Boston Qualifiers. The Spokane 10K is a qualifier for Bloomsday Second Seeding. Register at raceroster.com/events/2021/37324/thespokane-marathon-2021. October 17: Wild Moose Chase

A beautiful course at one of Spokane’s prestigious parks. This year’s event offers three distances- 5k, 10k, 25k, all on trails. Riverside State Park. Register at runsignup.com/Race/WA/Spokane/ WildMooseChase2021.

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ur annual Best of the City awards are extra special to us because it’s you, our readers, who decide the winners of the Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Idaho medals. In this list, you’ll see that some favorites from year’s past have taken the title, but you’ll also find quite a few businesses that are new to the scene. Perhaps a few surprises. With over 130 categories, that’s a lot of local to celebrate. Perhaps most exciting, over a thousand people chose to cast their ballot. We’re ever so grateful you’ve chosen to participate in recognizing the best of our city, and we hope you’ll enjoy scoping out the winners. Maybe you’ll find inspiration for your next date night or figure out who to call for that kitchen remodel. Enjoy, and let us know what you think is the best of the best of the city. Cheers!

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Dining & Drinks Best Fine Dining Gold: CLINKERDAGGER The tradition has continued for more than 40 years at this Spokane landmark overlooking the majestic Spokane River and city skyline. This is the perfect place for a special business or romantic occasion, or perhaps simply a nice getaway for lunch or dinner. This classic American grill artfully serves quality steaks, fresh and innovative seafood with enthusiasm. clinkerdagger.com. Silver: Churchill’s Steakhouse Bronze: Wild Sage Bistro Idaho: Beverly’s

Best Seafood Gold: ANTHONY’S AT SPOKANE FALLS Anthony’s commitment to working with local farmers and fishermen extends from its Washington-sourced beef to its freshcaught selection of Northwest seafood, which serves as the determining factor for the day’s menu. anthonys.com. Silver: Zona Blanca Bronze: High Tide Lobster Bar Idaho: Fisherman’s Market & Grill

Best Italian Gold: TOMATO STREET Tomato Street’s mission is “to provide our community with a fun, upbeat, family Italian restaurant that will exceed our guests’ expectations of food quality, service, and value” For over twenty years they have stayed true to that original mission. tomatostreet.com. Silver: Italian Kitchen Bronze: Italia Trattoria Idaho: Angelo’s Ristorante

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Gold: THE MANGO TREE Food is an essence of day-to-day life, and Mango Tree wants to recreate that through their ingredient-focused menu. By evoking hints of his own nostalgia, Chef Rakesh has created traditional dishes the way they’re meant to be cooked: with a variety of herbs and spices made in-house while staying true to India. themangotreerestaurants.com.

Gold: PHO VAN Since 1992, the Van family is committed to serving delicious quality Vietnamese food and products with prompt, professional, friendly, and courteous service in a clean, comfortable maintained restaurant. They use the best ingredients and natural meats and produce. phovanrestaurant.com.

Silver: Taste of India Bronze: Top of India Idaho: India House Authentic Cuisine

Best Thai Gold: THAI BAMBOO RESTAURANT Each of the locations has its own unique feel, but you’ll find the same high-quality, authentic Thai and Asian fare. Order your tried-and-true favorite or opt for something new from the extensive menu and switch up the spice level. Thai Bamboo is known for its top-notch customer service and imported Thai art and trinkets. thaibamboorestaurant.com. Silver: Bangkok Thai Bronze: Kuni’s Thai Cuisine Idaho: Satay Bistro & Catering

Best Sushi Gold: UMI KITCHEN AND SUSHI BAR Their popular fresh fish menu and drink services offer a variety of unique flavors and a memorable experience for your palate. All ingredients are brought in from the coast and made fresh upon order. umispokane.com. Silver: Sushi.com Bronze: Wave Island Sports Grill and Sushi Bar Idaho: Kaiju Sushi & Spirits

Best Chinese Gold: CHINA DRAGON RESTAURANT China Dragon Restaurant has been serving the Spokane area since 1987. They’re a locally owned and operated Chinese restaurant, proud to have provided amazing meals for multigenerational families. chinadragonspokane.com. Silver: Ming Wah Restaurant Bronze: Mustard Seed Idaho: Chinatown Restaurant

Silver: Vina Asian Restaurant Bronze: Vien Dong Restaurant Idaho: Pho Thanh & Cafe Inc.

Best Mexican Gold: DE LEON’S TACO & BAR Authentic Mexican cuisine brought to Spokane from the De Leon Family. From the southern Texas/Mexican border, the De Leon family brings old family recipes and technique to Eastern Washington diners. deleonstacoandbar.com. Silver: Azteca Mexican Restaurants Bronze: Rancho Chico Idaho: El Paisa

Best Barbeque Gold: TT’S OLD IRON BREWERY & BARBECUE TT’s Brewery & Barbecue is proud to offer the highest quality barbecue and beers brewed onsite. From their family to yours, they put lots of love and careful attention in each item. ttsbrewerybbq. com. Silver: Outlaw BBQ Bronze: LongHorn Steakhouse Idaho: Relic Smokehouse and Pub

Best Steak Gold: CHURCHILL’S STEAKHOUSE Nowhere better to pair a thick-cut, dry-aged filet mignon with a fine red wine than inside the upscale dining room at Churchill’s. Prepare the taste buds for an unmatched selection of midwestern cuts with hearty embellishments. churchillssteakhouse.com. Silver: Masselow’s Steakhouse Bronze: Clinkerdagger Idaho: Wolf Lodge Inn Restaurant

Best Appetizers Gold: TWIGS BISTRO AND MARTINI BAR The bartenders at Twigs know how to shake a martini for a stellar start to a night out. Keep it simple with a classic or choose from an extensive list of fruit-forward and spicy specialties. Pinky up and down that hatch as you chat with best friends and nibble on appetizers. twigsbistro.com Silver: Clinkerdagger Bronze: Zona Blanca Idaho: The White House Grill

Best New Restaurant Gold: BABA Baba is a restaurant based on comfort food with a Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Asian influence. They take the food they grew up eating and cook it using techniques and spices from around the world. It’s a version and inspiration of food using local, seasonal ingredients to showcase flavors that are new and different. babaspokane.com. Silver: Wooden City Bronze: Zona Blanca Idaho: Republic Kitchen + Taphouse

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Gold: TWIGS BISTRO AND MARTINI BAR The bartenders at Twigs know how to shake a martini for a stellar start to a night out. Keep it simple with a classic or choose from an extensive list of fruit-forward and spicy specialties. Pinky up and down that hatch as you chat with best friends and nibble on appetizers. twigsbistro.com

Gold: THE FLYING GOAT The Flying Goat was created in 2010 to become a neighborhood craft beer bar and casual eatery, where the crafted beer list is as carefully chosen as the menu items themselves. As the team studied the history of classic pizza making, they were inspired by the legacy, flavors and aromas of Neapolitan-style. Their goal was to honor the craft of artisan pizza-making, while infusing local flavors and ingredients. theflyinggoat.com.

Gold: SPICEOLOGY With 250+ spices, blends, herbs, chiles, salts, confections, fruit and vegetable powders, and modernist ingredients, it’s no wonder that Spiceology’s grind fresh, deliver fresh philosophy is loved by professional and home chefs alike. Keeping organized is simple with their periodic table of flavor packaging. spiceology.com.

Silver: Clinkerdagger Bronze: Osprey Restaurant & Bar Idaho: Anthony’s at Coeur d’Alene

Best Sandwich Gold: DOMINI SANDWICHES, INC This family-owned, Spokane staple is well-loved for its hearty sandwiches piled high with deli-cut meats. No frills here; just traditional favorites by the sandwich, basket, or pound, garnished with horseradish and sweet and hot mustards. dominispokane.com. Silver: The High Nooner Bronze: Shamus’s Sandwich Shoppe Idaho: Caruso’s Sandwiches and Artisan Pizza

Best Burgers Gold: WISCONSINBURGER Wisconsinburger is a locally owned restaurant founded in Spokane in April 2014 focused on creating a juicy, purist beef burger. All their beef is Washington Premium Angus and freshly ground on site every morning. The delicious artisan buns are made from scratch at Alpine Bakery, and the butter and cheese— including the all-natural cheese curds—are from Wisconsin. Wisconsinburger. com. Silver: Fatburger Bronze: The Onion Taphouse & Grill Idaho: Hudson’s Hamburgers

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Silver: David’s Pizza Bronze: South Perry Pizza Idaho: Second Avenue Pizza

Best Salad Gold: TWIGS BISTRO AND MARTINI BAR The bartenders at Twigs know how to shake a martini for a stellar start to a night out. Keep it simple with a classic or choose from an extensive list of fruit-forward and spicy specialties. Pinky up and down that hatch as you chat with best friends and nibble on appetizers. twigsbistro.com. Silver: Republic Pi Bronze: The Flying Goat Idaho: Capone’s Pub & Grill

Best Vegetarian/Gluten Free Gold: RÜT BAR & KITCHEN RÜT (pronounced “root”) opened Spring 2019 in Spokane’s South Hill neighborhood. The Modern Americanstyle Gastropub features vegan and vegetarian comfort food as well as some healthier vegan options, alongside craft cocktails and a curated beer and wine menu. rutspokane.com. Silver: Boots Bakery & Lounge Bronze: Mizuna Restaurant and Wine Bar

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Best Food Truck Gold: TACOS EL SOL Tacos el Sol provides authentic Mexican food conveniently from the food truck. Offerings include tacos, taco salad, burritos, taquitos, and more. Silver: Tacos Tumbras Taco Truck Bronze: Skewers Food Truck Idaho: Meyer’s Gourmet Sandwiches

Best Breakfast Gold: FRANK’S DINER Frank’s breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu, available all day, has all the classics. Among our favorites are the open-face turkey, roast beef and mushroom sandwiches, chicken pot pie, Joe’s Special (the venerable scramble of eggs, ground beef, spinach, onions and parmesan), and, of course, the don’t-miss-at-breakfast hash browns and silver dollar pancakes. franksdiners.com. Silver: Cottage Cafe Bronze: The Yards Bruncheon Idaho: Garnet Cafe

Best Bakery Gold: SWEET FROSTINGS BLISSFUL BAKESHOP This delightful bakeshop satisfies sugar cravings with its freshly baked cookies, macarons, cake pops, and pastries. Impress party guests with a delicately decorated custom cake, or stop in on a whim and choose from the daily cupcake lineup. sweetfrostingsbakeshop.com. Silver: Rocket Bakery Bronze: Chaps Idaho: Bakery By the Lake at Parkside

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Gold: THE SCOOP The Scoop is a locallyowned, family business that serves super fresh, super cool ice cream. Their ice creams and sorbets are imagined and created daily in the shop. They use fresh and fun ingredients to craft the creamiest and tastiest scoops possible using liquid nitrogen. The South Hill shop carries Pineapple Dole Whip and the Kendall Yards location serves gelato. thescoopspokane. com. Silver: Ben and Jerry’s Bronze: Didier’s Yogurt & More Idaho: Roger’s Ice Cream & Burgers

Best specific dessert on a local menu Gold: CHURCHILL’S STEAKHOUSE CHOCOLATE SACK The decadent chocolate sack is filled past the brim with goodies that are sure to delight you. churchillssteakhouse.com. Silver: Wild Sage - Soon to be Famous Coconut Cream Layer Cake Bronze: Dockside Restaurant - Gooey

Best Neighborhood Spot (North) Gold: 1898 PUBLIC HOUSE With a nod of respect to the year Kalispel Golf and Country Club was established, 1898 Public House combines a storied history with modern flair. The culinary team takes pride in preparing classic foods with a fresh twist, while using the finest ingredients. From hand-pressed gourmet burgers and house-cured bacon, to housemade rolls and charcuterie, dining at 1898 will be an exciting culinary tour for your palate. 1898publichouse.com. Silver: Cascadia Public House Bronze: Poole’s Public House

Best Neighborhood Spot (South) Gold: LUNA Luna sets culinary trends as one of the top restaurants in the region. Offering inspired, garden-to-table cuisine, Luna has provided a formative space for some of the Inland Northwest’s premier chefs for more than twenty-five years. We love Luna’s pizzas fired in their wood-burning oven, their Ahi Tuna Tartare starter and their salads—the lacinato kale, beet and Luna salads. Large plates include a diverse list of distinctive entrées including chicken, duck, beef, fish, pasta, and vegetarian dishes. lunaspokane.com. Silver: Wisconsinburger Bronze: REMEDY

Best Neighborhood Spot (West) Gold: DOWNRIVER GRILL Make it in for a happy hour, weekly visits, a date night or family celebration, and you’ll never be disappointed at this neighborhood destination near Audubon Park. Let the wine pour and order perfectly prepared seasonal dishes, finished with fresh herbs from the patio’s garden. downrivergrill. com. Silver: The Flying Goat Bronze: The Elk

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Best Neighborhood Spot (Spokane Valley) Gold: CRAFT & GATHER Craft & Gather is a Spokane Valley Dining Social House. It has chef-driven food, twelve taps featuring mostly local craft beers, a full bar, and a great wine list. craftandgather.com Silver: Boston’s Restaurant & Sports Bar Bronze: Stockwell’s Chill n Grill

Best Neighborhood Spot (Liberty Lake) Gold: TRUE LEGENDS GRILL True Legends Grill is a Liberty Lake restaurant and sports bar featuring American cuisine, burgers, pizza, steaks, BBQ ribs and more, alongside hand crafted cocktails and beer. truelegendsgrill.com. Silver: Hay J’s Bistro Bronze: Fieldhouse Pizza & Pub

Best Neighborhood Spot (North Idaho) Gold: CAPONE’S PUB & GRILL North Idaho’s favorite sports bar. They have more taps than tables and have been featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. caponespub.com. Silver: Westwood Brewing Co. Bronze: Sawmill Grille & Spirits

Best Buffet Gold: GOLDEN CORRAL BUFFET & GRILL Pile your plate with endless options and return to do it again, one, two, three times, at this popular buffet restaurant. Golden Corral offers something every family member will like. Don’t forget to leave room on your plate for their sweet and fluffy dinner rolls—oh, so good. goldencorral.com. Silver: Northern Quest Resort & Casino Bronze: Pearl China Restaurant Idaho: Dockside Restaurant 48

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Gold: SAFARI ROOM FRESH GRILL AND BAR The hours get happy from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Safari Room Fresh Grill and Bar. This Spokane hot spot specializes in fresh fare and cocktails—dishes like home-style grits, savory smoked barbecue, fried okra, or flatbreads fired in an open-flamed oven are amongst the most popular items on the menu … and a dirty martini that makes every wrong of the day feel right. davenporthotelcollection.com.

Silver: Bistango Martini Lounge Bronze: Durkin’s Liquor Bar Idaho: Oval Office

Best Beer List Gold: THE ONION TAPHOUSE & GRILL It all started in 1978 when they introduced the first gourmet burger in Spokane. Their first menu had more than forty kinds of exotic burgers, taking Spokane by storm. Today, their menu has grown, but their commitment to only using the finest ingredients, thoughtfully prepared fresh, by trained chefs remains the same. restaurantji. com/wa/spokane/the-onion-bar-andgrill-downtown-spokane-/. Silver: No-Li Brewhouse Bronze: Manito Tap House Idaho: Capone’s Pub & Grill

Best Brewery Gold: NO-LI BREWHOUSE Come for the beer, stay for the beer— and the pub fare and entertainment, like Rhythm and Brews Wednesday. No-Li’s Born and Raised is commonly poured at locales around the state, but at their namesake tasting room you can try all their newest endeavors. nolibrewhouse.com. Silver: Iron Goat Bronze: Brick West Brewing Idaho: Daft Badger Brewing

Silver: MAX at Mirabeau Bronze: Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar Idaho: Oval Office

Best Winery Gold: ARBOR CREST WINE CELLARS A crown jewel of the Inland Northwest: a historic property in Spokane, Washington with award-winning wines, delightful events, stunning views, and park-like grounds that dazzle in every season. arborcrest.com. Silver: Barrister Winery Bronze: Maryhill Winery Idaho: Coeur d’Alene Cellars

Best Wine Tasting Room Gold: MARYHILL WINERY Kendall Yards is Spokane’s premier urban neighborhood, featuring scenic views of the Spokane River and Downtown Spokane. Responding to growing demand for its wine in the Spokane-Coeur d’Alene metro region, Maryhill Winery has set roots in Spokane, where owners Craig and Vicki Leuthold are both natives and opened their first satellite tasting room in Fall 2017. maryhillwinery. com. Silver: Arbor Crest Wine Cellars Bronze: Barrister Winery Idaho: Beverly’s

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Gold: ONE TREE CIDER HOUSE What began with a home cider kit and a love for state-grown apples morphed into what is now One Tree Hard Cider and the newly opened Cider House. Making the most of Washington’s fruit yields, One Tree harmoniously infuses their ciders for a full lineup of flavors—raspberry, ginger apricot, huckleberry, lemon basil, and even pumpkin. onetreehardcider. com.

Gold: THOMAS HAMMER COFFEE ROASTERS That orange cup and white hammer logo has become a familiar sight to see, and onlookers know it’s filled with a balanced roast of Thomas Hammer coffee. The local brand has made a name for itself, roasting, bagging, and stocking plenty of smooth flavor profiles for whenever you need a refill. hammercoffee.com. Silver: Indaba Coffee Bronze: Roast House Coffee Idaho: Union Roasters

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Gold: INDABA COFFEE Since Indaba opened in West Central in fall of 2009 with “just an espresso machine, a couple of grinders, and $10,000 in startup capital,” the business has grown steadily, first serving local coffee, and then going to a hip, multi-roaster format. In 2014, they began roasting their own beans, and in 2015, they opened a second location. They now have five stunning locations and a massive following of dedicated customers. indabacoffee.com. Silver: Thomas Hammer Coffee Roasters Bronze: Atticus Coffee & Gifts Idaho: Evans Brothers Coffee

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Best Juice Bar Gold: METHOD JUICE CAFÉ The team at Method didn’t start out as organic health addicts. They were eating all sorts of processed, artificial, and less-than-healthy foods just a few short years ago. But something amazing happened when they tried a plantbased diet that incorporated a daily juice: they had more energy, lost weight, and felt fantastic. It has been full steam ahead since then. methodjuicecafe.com. Silver: Wellness Tree Bronze: Huckleberry’s Natural Market Idaho: The Wellness Bar

Best Caterer Gold: BEACON HILL CATERING AND EVENTS A family-owned business, Beacon Hill Catering and Events, provides handcrafted catering, personalized service, and a distinctive venue for their clients and guests. They cater special occasions at their spacious clubhouse and gardens that overlook the city, as well as at off-site locations. beaconhillevents. com. Silver: Nectar Catering and Events Bronze: London’s Ultimate Catering Idaho: Café Carambola

Notable People Best Radio Personality Gold: THE JAY AND KEVIN SHOW Part of The Big 99.9 Coyote Country, The Jay and Kevin Show airs weekday mornings from 6-10 a.m. jayandkevin.com. Silver: The Dave, Ken and Molly Show Bronze: Verne Windham

Best News Anchor Gold: SEAN OWSLEY Sean Owsley is an Emmy award winning Anchor for KHQ Television in Spokane. For nearly three decades he has reported and anchored the stories that have shaped our region. khq.com. Silver: Stephanie Vigil Bronze: Robyn Nance

Best Weather Person Gold: LESLIE LOWE Leslie Lowe began her career in radio before transitioning to television in 2003. She joined the KHQ news team in December of 2008, just in time to kick off the snowiest winter on record for Spokane. Leslie is the lead forecaster for KHQ. She enjoys emceeing numerous events for Spokane’s Lilac Association, Spokane Valley Firefighters, The Girl Scouts, Meals on Wheels, Providence Health Care, and Susan G. Komen’s “Race for a Cure.” Her career highlight was interviewing Jimmy Fallon, right before he took over “The Tonight Show.” Silver: Tom Sherry Bronze: Kris Crocker

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Best Sportscaster

Best Local Artist

Gold: DENNIS PATCHIN Dennis Patchin is part of the team at KHQ and SWX as the sports director for the station. khq.com.

Gold: BEN JOYCE Ben’s work has found a home in a myriad of public and private collections both in the United States and abroad. Ben shows throughout the country from New York City to Chicago, Miami to San Francisco; and he is always refreshingly amazed that the connection to place is universal. Ben’s private commissions have been created for some of the biggest celebrities and most prominent corporations across the globe; a recent commission of three pieces were for a private 737 Boeing Business Jet. painterofplace.com.

Silver: Joe McHale Bronze: Keith Osso

Best Elected Official Gold: MAYOR NADINE WOODWARD Mayor Nadine Woodward took office amid a global pandemic and has taken decisive actions to guide our community through this time. Prior to her political career, Nadine worked as a broadcast journalist at both KREM and KXLY. my.spokanecity. org. Silver: City Council President Breean Beggs Bronze: Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers

Best Chef Gold: CHAD WHITE Chef White, a Spokane native, never thought he would be a chef until joining the US Navy on 9/11. From cooking in the United States Navy to Top Chef to restaurateur, Chef Chad White has had an exciting career, earning many accolades along the way. He opened Zona Blanca Ceviche Bar, High Tide Lobster Bar, and partnered with Travis Thosath to open TTs Old Iron Brewery and Barbecue. Chef Chad received a semi-finalist nomination for the coveted James Beard “Best Chef ” Northwest region in spring 2020. cwhospitalitygrp.com. Silver: Tanya Broesder Bronze: Adam Hegsted

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Silver: Chris Bovey Bronze: Ric Gendron

Best Local Author Gold: JESS WALTER This local author recently published Cold Millions, which won the Washington Book Award. He has a No. 1 New York Times bestseller under his belt (Beautiful Ruins). His writing spans journalistic to brilliantly comical to emotionally impactful. Among national appearances at writer’s conferences and events, Jess always makes time for his hometown fans. jesswalter.com. Silver: Sharma Shields Bronze: Sherman Alexie

Best Local Singer Gold: SEAN OWSLEY Sean Owsley is a member of a cover band called The RISING. Other members include Shane Chamberlain and Mike Lynch. Silver: Sammy Eubanks Bronze: Cami Bradley

Entertainment & Culture Best Sports Bar Gold: EPIC From the nachos and buffalo wings to prime rib dip and epic burgers, EPIC is serving up a full menu of upscale pub fare, craft beers, and cocktails inside Northern Quest. And with its thirty-foot LED HDTV, you can enjoy sports for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. northernquest.com. Silver: Paddy’s Sports Bar Bronze: True Legends Grill Idaho: Capone’s Pub & Grill

Best Place to Dance Gold: NYNE BAR & BISTRO Strap on those dancing shoes and get down with the DJ, showing off your best moves on the dance floor each weekend. Special occasion not required for lively parties to be found inside this downtown night club. It’s a crowd favorite locale for letting loose and singing some tunes during weeknight karaoke. nynebar.com. Silver: Zola Bronze: The Ridler Piano Bar Idaho: Nashville North

Best Karaoke Gold: MONTEREY CAFÉ Monterey Cafe is the place to go for pizza, drinks, and fun. They have karaoke seven nights a week, starting at 9 p.m., but you might want to head in early for their weekday happy hour from 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Silver: nYne Bar & Bistro Bronze: Studio K Bar on Regal

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Best Live Music Club Gold: ZOLA Zola is a locally owned and operated live music restaurant and bar located in downtown in the Longbothem building. Voted Enjoy nightly live music, excellent cuisine, cocktails, an extensive beer list, and a one-of-a-kind experience. With an eclectic salvaged interior and original artwork, the Zola experience makes every meal a celebration. zolainspokane.com. Best Closet Storage Systems

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Silver: Lucky You Lounge Bronze: The Big Dipper Idaho: Nashville North

Best Ski Resort Gold: SCHWEITZER Winter sports are a favorite reason for living in the Inland Northwest, and Schweitzer is a favorite destination for skiers and snowboarders. With so many ways to play in the snow—snow biking, snowshoeing, and tubing, too—there’s something every family member will love, and resort accommodations are ideal for extended adventures. schweitzer.com. Silver: Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park Bronze: Silver Mountain Resort

Best Casino Gold: NORTHERN QUEST RESORT & CASINO Northern Quest is the ultimate Vegas-like experience without the airfare. Play a hand of poker, try your luck at the slots, and partake in off-track betting inside the Turf Club Lounge. Complete your visit by spending a day at La Rive Spa, eating and sipping at more than a dozen restaurants and lounges, taking in bigname entertainment, and cozying up in world-class hotel rooms and suites. northernquest. com. Silver: Spokane Tribe Casino Bronze: Coeur d’Alene Casino

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Best Lake Resort Gold: HILL’S RESORT Hill’s is celebrating its 75th year as a familyowned-and-operated business. Established in 1946, George Hill, along with his wife and three children, created a place for families to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect to each other and to nature. hillsresort.com. Silver: The Coeur d’Alene Resort Bronze: Elkins Resort on Priest Lake

Best Wedding Facility Gold: KALISPEL GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB The Kalispel Golf and Country Club is a premier wedding venue located in North Spokane. Our experienced, on-site event planners and coordinators go to great lengths to accommodate your needs and make your wishes come true, giving you the wedding you had only imagined. kalispelgolf.com. Silver: The McGinnity Room Bronze: Arbor Crest Wine Cellars Idaho: Hagadone Event Center

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Gold: NORTHERN QUEST RESORT & CASINO The best bet for a winning place to hold your next meeting or event is Northern Quest Resort & Casino in Airway Heights. Choose from traditional meeting spaces like the Pend Oreille Pavilion, Kalispel Ballroom, and Chief Victor Boardroom. Or try something a little different by reserving one of the resort’s more nontraditional settings, including Coach Fitz’s Clubhouse at EPIC, Legends of Fire premium cigar lounge, or the private dining room at Masselow’s Steakhouse for an unforgettable meeting experience. northernquest.com. Silver: The Davenport Grand Bronze: The McGinnity Room Idaho: Hagadone Event Center

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Best Art Gallery

Best Radio Station

Gold: MARMOT ART SPACE Marmot Art Space is a fine art gallery in the hip Kendall Yards neighborhood that showcases the region’s best artists. marmotartspace.com.

Gold: 92.9 The home station for the best modern hits to pump up the work day and wind down on the drive home. Dave, Ken, and Molly, Dan Roberts and Ian Kelly keep you up-todate on the latest while making sure your favorite music keeps on flowing through the airwaves. 929zzu.com.

Silver: Ben Joyce Studios Bronze: Terrain Idaho: Emerge

Best Paint and Drink Class Gold: PINOT’S PALETTE Art can be a serious endeavor—but not at Pinot’s Palette. This fun and relaxing art studio is where you can take a class with your friends or your date, painting a masterpiece while sipping a nice wine. You might not be the next Rembrandt, but after a few glasses of merlot, your canvas will truly come to life in vibrant color. pinotspalette.com. Silver: Board & Brush Creative Studio Bronze: Sip’n Paint Studio Idaho: Coeur d’Alene Cellars

Best Charity Gala Gold: BEYOND PINK Beyond Pink is the result of two women, Charlie Brewer and Karla Porter, who wanted to celebrate the technology of thermography and its powerful ability to aid in the early detection of breast disease. Their goal is to educate and raise awareness, as well as help provide funding for women who could not otherwise afford this potentially lifesaving screening. Beyond Pink’s annual event is known as “The most fun you’ll have saving a life.” The event provides an experience you won’t find anywhere else. beyondpink.net. Silver: Pumpkin Ball Bronze: Epicurean Delight

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Best Local Band Gold: THE RISING BAND The Rising Band is a three-person cover band that performs current hits as well as music from the past. Silver: The Cronkites Bronze: The RUB

Shopping Best Garden Shop Gold: RITTERS GARDEN & GIFT Ritters is a locally owned garden and gift store that has been part of the Spokane community for over seventy years. 4ritter. com. Silver: Judy’s Enchanted Garden Bronze: Liberty Park Florist Idaho: Fern Plant Shop

Best Jewelry Store Gold: TRACY JEWELERS Family owned Tracy Jewelers offers custom jewelry designs for engagement and bridal, anniversary, or any special occasion. tracyjewelers.com. Silver: Jewelry Design Center Bronze: Pounder’s Jewelry Idaho: Clark’s Diamond Jewelers

Best Vintage Goods/ Antiques Gold: BOULEVARD MERCANTILE Boulevard Mercantile is an exciting shop in the heart of Spokane’s vintage shopping district. It’s the perfect place to pick up antiques, gifts, décor, and more. Silver: The Bohemian Bronze: GreenAcres Vendor Mall Idaho: Midtown Home & Vintage Market

Best Clothing Boutique Gold: SWANK BOUTIQUE Fashion-lovers rejoice: Swank Boutique, located in Northtown Square, is just the place to get started on any season’s hottest styles. Shop their amazing collection of statement pieces, handbags, and accessories from a fashionable blend of today’s best designers. Affordable and modern and chic. New arrivals daily to keep your wardrobe fresh without breaking the bank. swankboutique. net. Silver: Audrey’s Boutique Bronze: Lolo Boutique Idaho: Beau Monde Clothing Exchange

Best Consignment Boutique Gold: ECHO BOUTIQUE Resale never looked so good. Echo’s curated consignments make it easy to enhance your wardrobe options while saving seventy percent off retail prices. Established in 2012, Echo Boutique opened with the intent of bringing a new kind of consignment experience to downtown Spokane. Echo maintains focus on providing a well organized space and friendly atmosphere for everyone who walks through the door. echoconsignment.com. Silver: The Reclothery Bronze: Fringe & Fray Idaho: Beau Monde Clothing Exchange

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Gold: A FINER MOMENT A Finer Moment, owned by Lisa Feighner, has been in business over twenty years. Specializing in prom, pageant, bridesmaid, and evening gowns…you’ll find over 2,000 dresses to choose from. afinermoment.net. Silver: Believe Bride Bronze: Bridal Collections

Best Gifts Gold: BOO RADLEY’S A gift store for funky, edgy, pop-culture cards, gifts, shirts, toys, books, decor, and whatever else they think is cool or weird. Silver: Simply Northwest Bronze: Windfall Idaho: Tuesday Morning

Best Toy Shop Gold: WHIZ KIDS Celebrating their ten-year anniversary, Whiz Kids is an independent, locallyowned toy store located within River Park Square that ensures you have a comfortable shopping environment and emphasizes a high standard of customer service. riverparksquare.com.

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Best FurnitureTraditional Gold: THE TIN ROOF Are you ready to fall down the rabbit hole to a wonderland of furniture? The Tin Roof is the most trusted place to find exactly what you are looking for. If it can fit inside four walls, they have it. Sofas, fireplaces, bedding, the options are endless … and always gorgeous. tinrooffurniture.com. Silver: Ennis Fine Furniture Bronze: Walker’s Furniture Idaho: Hayden Furniture Depot

Best Furniture-Modern Gold: DANIA FURNITURE If you’re edging toward a modern look for inside your home or office, Dania is the place to go. The pieces here are of quality craftsmanship and follow a Scandinavianminimalistic style for just the right touch of character and ultimate function. daniafurniture.com. Silver: The Tin Roof Bronze: Mor Furniture for Less Idaho: Hayden Furniture Depot

Best Furniture-Patio Gold: JACOBS CUSTOM LIVING Extend your living space to the outdoors with furnishings designed to weather the elements. From dining and bistro sets to sofa loungers and fire tables, Jacobs Custom Living carries collections that enhance any patio or backyard space, plus the expert advice to pull it all together. jacobscustomliving.com. Silver: Casual Spaces Furniture Bronze: The Tin Roof

Best Bedroom Furniture Gold: WALKER’S FURNITURE Walker’s is a Pacific Northwest go-to for full-line home furnishings, great discounts and friendly service. Find bedroom sets in a variety of woods and finishes, often with ample storage, in styles from traditional to modern. walkersfurniture.com. Silver: The Tin Roof Bronze: Ashley HomeStore

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Best Mattress Shop Gold: DENVER MATTRESS It’s easy to find a mattress that’s customfitted to your unique body type at Denver Mattress®. Their in-store mattress experts use their patented Strength Resistance Test (SRT) to help you discover the mattress and pillow combination that suits your body best, promoting healthy spinal alignment and ensuring a deeper, more comfortable night’s sleep. denvermattress. furniturerow.com. Silver: National Mattress and Furniture Bronze: Walker’s Furniture

Best Home Décor Shop Gold: HOMEGOODS At HomeGoods, you can explore different styles of high quality merchandise, tap into your creativity, and experience a value unlike any other. homegoods.com. Silver: The Bohemian Bronze: The Tin Roof Idaho: Complete Suite Furniture

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Best Retirement Community Gold: ROCKWOOD RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES Living at Rockwood means you have more time to do the things you enjoy. Rockwood residents choose these communities because they know that if their needs change they can continue to live in familiar surroundings among their Rockwood friends. rockwoodretirement.org. Silver: Fairwinds Spokane Bronze: Touchmark

Best Landscape Design Gold: CLEARWATER SUMMIT GROUP For nearly three decades, Clearwater Summit Group has been providing comprehensive and innovative landscaping services in and around the Inland Northwest region, including design, installation, and maintenance after the project is finished. clearwatersummitgroup. com. Silver: Land Expressions Bronze: Legacy Landscapes LLC

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Gold: HDG ARCHITECTURE Launched in 2010 by Josh Hissong and Armando Hurtado, HDG is an architecture and design studio based in Spokane that firmly believes the spaces people live and work in have the power to transform our experience. Frequently cited as an up-andcoming firm in the Pacific Northwest, their designs can also be found in places like Seattle, Oahu, New York, and Pennsylvania. Their team of architects, interior designers, graphic designers, and branding experts are some of the best in the industry. hdg-architecture.com.

Gold: ARCTIC SPAS SPOKANE Arctic Spas are designed for cold weather, which means they are more energy efficient, longer lasting, and easier to maintain than other brands. They are built to function and endure in extreme cold, and the wide temperature fluctuations of the Canadian climate. arctichottubsspokane.com.

Silver: NAC Architecture Bronze: Uptic Studios

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Best Paint Store Gold: SHERWIN-WILLIAMS Helping people and businesses add color to their homes and lives for more than 150 years, it’s no wonder they’ve won gold again. They stick to their paintbrushes when they say: “Make the most of your color with the very best paint.” sherwinwilliams.com. Silver: Miller Paint Bronze: Rodda Paint

Best Flooring Store Gold: BROTHERS FLOORING Brothers Flooring, LLC is a Spokane, WA Flooring company that works to install high quality floors on time and within budget. brothersflooringnw.com. Silver: United Floor Covering Bronze: Home Depot Idaho: Great Floors

Best Plumbing Gold: GOLD SEAL PLUMBING Since the company was founded in 1967, quality plumbing in residential, multi-family, and light commercial have always been a priority, and they plumb more houses, apartments, and light commercial buildings than any other firm. goldsealplumbing.com. Silver: Bulldog Rooter Bronze: Mainstream Electric, Heating, Cooling, & Plumbing

Best Heating and Air Gold: HOLLIDAY HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING Holliday Heating and Air Conditioning is a full-service, fully licensed and insured air conditioning and heating company dedicated to providing quality service in a timely manner. hollidayheating.com. Silver: Sturm Heating & Air Conditioning Bronze: Comfort Central Heating & Air

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Best Windows Gold: SPECIALTY HOME PRODUCTS This family-owned and operated business offers professional service and always wants clients to walk away from a finished project feeling satisfied. Owners Mark and Rick Simmet have over forty-five years of combined experience providing construction services to customers and pride themselves on offering some of the most adept industry experience in the area. Silver: Pella Windows & Doors Bronze: River City Glass

Best Closet Storage Systems Gold: CALIFORNIA CLOSETS For more than three decades, California Closets has built a reputation as a leader in premium and luxury space-management, delivering custom products and unparalleled service. They help transform spaces and allow people to get more out of their homes. californiaclosets.com. Silver: Huntwood Custom Cabinets Bronze: Cabinet Systems

Best Siding & Roofing

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Gold: MCVAY BROTHERS SIDING & WINDOWS The experienced and professional team at McVay Brothers Siding & Windows make roofing and siding repairs and installations a seamless experience from start to finish. The company is committed to using longlasting and energy-efficient steel panels and siding, worthy of boosting any home’s curb appeal. mcvaybrothers.com. Silver: Specialty Home Products Bronze: All Terrain Roofing Idaho: Hayden Roofing

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Best Kitchen Design Gold: HUNTWOOD CUSTOM CABINETS Huntwood is the West’s leading custom cabinetmaker. For over three decades, builders and homeowners have been trusting the leader to provide more flexibility, choices and craftsmanship. huntwood.com. Silver: Pacific Design Co. Bronze: Tammie Ladd Design, Inc.

Best Granite Gold: Mario & Son Mario & Son customizes stonework with the most sophisticated stone-working machinery and technology in the world. Their use of this technology saves time and money so they are able to pass the savings on to their customers without sacrificing quality. marioandson.com. Silver: RW Gallion Bronze: Northwest Granite

Best Cabinets Gold: HUNTWOOD CUSTOM CABINETS Huntwood is the West’s leading custom cabinetmaker. For over three decades, builders and homeowners have been trusting the leader to provide more flexibility, choices and craftsmanship. huntwood.com. Silver: Affordable Custom Cabinets Bronze: Ziggy’s Home Improvement

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Best New Car Dealership Gold: GUS JOHNSON FORD Gus Johnson Ford is a proud community partner of the Inland Northwest. Their salesmen are there seven days a week to provide you with a non-confrontational sales experience. gusjohnsonford.com. Silver: Wendle Motors Bronze: Larry H. Miller Dealership

Best Used Car Dealership Gold: JENNIFER’S AUTO SALES & SERVICE Jennifer’s Auto Sales & Service cares about their customers and the vehicles they drive. Customers can feel comfortable knowing that each and every vehicle has been checked and re-checked for a new home. jenniferscars.com. Silver: Wendle Motors Bronze: Gus Johnson Ford

Best Auto Body Shop Gold: DAA AUTO BODY CENTER When you need collision repair or vehicle services, you want your car or truck back as soon as possible. And you need to trust that quality parts and products are being used to fix it right the first time. DAA invests in the latest technologies and uses the very best equipment and materials. daaautobody.com.

Best Auto Repair, Domestic Gold: MECHANICS PRIDE TIRE & AUTOMOTIVE This full-service auto repair group specializes in all aspects of auto repair including: general maintenance, brakes, alignments, suspension work, engine, and transmission overhauls, as well as a wide selection of wheels and tires. usmechanicspride.com. Silver: Wendle Motors Bronze: Jennifer’s Auto Sales & Service Idaho: CDA Import Auto Repair

Best Auto Repair, Foreign Gold: EUROPEAN AUTOHAUS European Autohaus specializes in all types of European automobiles with the job ranging from a simple oil service to a complicated engine rebuild or restoration. The shop specializes in Audi, BMW, Mini, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and Volkswagen. euroah.com. Silver: C & H Foreign Auto Repair Bronze: Bill’s Import Auto Repair

Best Motorcycle Dealer Gold: LONE WOLF HARLEY-DAVIDSON The Ernst family founded Lone Wolf Harley-Davidson in Spokane Valley in May 2008. One of them is always at the dealership and they would like to meet you—ask for one of them—Greg, Bill or Chris. lonewolfh-d.com. Silver: Allsport Polaris Honda Yamaha Bronze: Spokane Powersports

Silver: Gerber Collision & Glass Bronze: AutoNation

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Best Boat Dealer Gold: TRUDEAU’S MARINE Founded in 1948, Trudeau’s Marina proudly offers new and used boats and pontoons from the biggest brands including Sea Ray, Bayliner, Boston Whaler, Cypress Cay Pontoons, and Crestliner, all powered by Mercruiser and Mercury outboards. You can’t get your boat to the lake without a trailer, and Trudeau’s has those too, including the best brands: Shoreland’r, Karavan, and EZ-Loader. trudeaus.com. Silver: Hagadone Marine Group Bronze: Spokane Valley Marine

Self-care, Health, and Beauty Best Fitness Club or Gym Gold: MÜV FITNESS MÜV Fitness is a fitness club that promotes healthy living and provides a variety of classes that help you achieve results you can be proud of. From individual training to small group classes to weight loss programs, we have the fitness center option that will match what you’re looking for. muvfitness. com. Silver: YMCA Bronze: Planet Fitness Idaho: The Salvation Army Kroc Center

Best Dance Studio/ Academy Gold: Dance Center of Spokane The Dance Center of Spokane emphasizes bringing the enjoyment and performance of dance to all ages at all levels. The studio offers a diverse range of styles. dancecenterofspokane.com. Silver: Company Ballet School Bronze: Vytal Movement Dance Idaho: The Dance Company

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Best Yoga Studio Gold: ECLIPSE POWER YOGA Eclipse Power Yoga shares the sweaty, challenging, empowering practice of Baptiste Power Yoga. They are the only infrared hot yoga studio on Spokane’s South Hill. eclipsepoweryoga.com. Silver: BeYoutiful Hot Yoga Bronze: The Union

Best Hospital Gold: SACRED HEART CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL When Mother Joseph and the Sisters of Providence founded Sacred Heart Medical Center in 1886, it was a small, thirtyone-bed facility built along the Spokane River. Since then, they’ve become a major regional medical center featuring the best doctors, specialists, and staff around. shmc. org. Silver: MultiCare Deaconess Hospital Bronze: Providence Holy Family Hospital

Best Urgent Care Center Gold: PROVIDENCE URGENT CARE When you need care quickly, but don’t need an emergency room, visit the Urgent Care Clinic at Providence Medical Group—they can handle most urgent health care needs in less time and for less money than a traditional emergency room. shmc.org. Silver: MultiCare Indigo Urgent Care Bronze: Kaiser Permanente Riverfront Medical Center

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Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. —Albert Schweitzer

Best Cosmetic Surgery/ Surgeon Gold: KAI MORIMOTO, MD In practice in Spokane Valley since 2004, Kaiulani Morimoto, MD, FACS is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, offering many services including body contouring, blepharoplasty/brow lift, tummy tucks, breast augmentation, lifts, and reductions, tattoo removal, testosterone pellets therapy, Botox injections, and fillers. Named Top Doctor consistently since 2008, Dr. Morimoto’s passion for health and wellness is evident to her commitment to continued education in Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine. kmplasticsurgery. com. Silver: Plastic Surgery Northwest Bronze: Shape Cosmetic Surgery & Med Spa

Best Skin Care Gold: CRAFTED BEAUTY At Crafted Beauty, they believe in treating the skin and person as a whole. It isn’t about simply looking youthful or feeling great; it’s about transforming your lifestyle from the inside-out. craftedbeautyspokane.com. Silver: Advanced Dermatology & Skin Surgery Bronze: Spokane Dermatology Clinic Idaho: North Idaho Dermatology

Best Hair Salon Gold: LAVISH SALON Located in downtown Spokane, Lavish Salon specializes in trend-setting hair cuts, and freehand balayage and is renowned for its color services. lavishspokane.com. Silver: Blades Design Group Bronze: Luxe. Salon and Spa OCTOBER 2021 / BOZZIMEDIA.com

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Gold: WELDON BARBER Weldon Barber was born out of a curious bit of frustration many years ago when Suzette Nordstrom’s husband wanted one place that respected and celebrated the talent and professionalism of its barbers. When he couldn’t fine such a place, Suzette created one. Since 2004, Weldon is that one place. weldonbarber.com.

Gold: SUNNY BUNS TANNING SALON & SPA Second only to a tropical vacation, the Sunny Buns team is the place to go for that sun-kissed look and feel. While you are there, you can freshen up your hair, nails, lashes, and eyebrows. To complete the “vacation,” they provide massage services, as well. sunnybuns.com.

Gold: LA RIVE SPA Experience an oasis of healing tranquility and joyful celebration, at La Rive Spa―a world-class day spa inside Northern Quest Resort and Casino. La Rive, which means “riverbank,” pays tribute to the centuriesold culture of the Kalispel Tribe and their reverence for nature and the healing powers of water. La Rive is one of only three four-star spas in Washington with the region’s finest massage therapists, aestheticians, hair designers, and nail care specialists, each dedicated to personalizing your journey. northernquest.com.

Silver: The Barbers Bronze: Porter’s Barber Shop

Best Spa Gold: LA RIVE SPA Experience an oasis of healing tranquility and joyful celebration, at La Rive Spa―a world-class day spa inside Northern Quest Resort and Casino. La Rive, which means “riverbank,” pays tribute to the centuriesold culture of the Kalispel Tribe and their reverence for nature and the healing powers of water. La Rive is one of only three fourstar spas in Washington with the region’s finest massage therapists, aestheticians, hair designers, and nail care specialists, each dedicated to personalizing your journey. northernquest.com. Silver: Slick Rock Tanning & Spa Bronze: Davenport Spa and Salon

Best Medi Spa Gold: LA RIVE SPA Experience an oasis of healing tranquility and joyful celebration, at La Rive Spa―a world-class day spa inside Northern Quest Resort and Casino. La Rive, which means “riverbank,” pays tribute to the centuriesold culture of the Kalispel Tribe and their reverence for nature and the healing powers of water. La Rive is one of only three fourstar spas in Washington with the region’s finest massage therapists, aestheticians, hair designers, and nail care specialists, each dedicated to personalizing your journey. northernquest.com. Silver: Crafted Beauty Bronze: Odara Medical Spa

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Silver: Slick Rock Tanning & Spa Bronze: Coconutz Tanning Spa

Best Manicure Gold: LA RIVE SPA Experience an oasis of healing tranquility and joyful celebration, at La Rive Spa―a world-class day spa inside Northern Quest Resort and Casino. La Rive, which means “riverbank,” pays tribute to the centuries-old culture of the Kalispel Tribe and their reverence for nature and the healing powers of water. La Rive is one of only three four-star spas in Washington with the region’s finest massage therapists, aestheticians, hair designers, and nail care specialists, each dedicated to personalizing your journey. northernquest.com. Silver: Valentino Nails & Spa Bronze: Mai Nails

Silver: Elements Massage Bronze: Massage Envy

Best Chiropractor Gold: VALENTE CHIROPRACTIC Valente Chiropractic believes that pain isn’t something you should have to live with. A friendly and helpful staff will make sure you feel comfortable. If Dr. Valente believes your condition needs further treatment, he will point you in the right direction. spokanechiropractic.com. Silver: Back in Motion P.S. Chiropractic Bronze: Clear Chiropractic Spokane

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Gold: BROOKE M. CLONINGER, DDS Brooke Cloninger is Spokane’s poster professional for outstanding dental health and care. Her team is committed to providing the highest quality dental care in an environment that is relaxing and friendly. They offer a full range of both restorative and preventative dental services with a gentle touch and caring attitude. brookemcloningerdds.com.

Gold: MOM’S CUSTOM TATTOO & BODY PIERCING Mom’s is a tattoo studio specializing in personal, one-of-a-kind tattoos and home to some of the area's only members of the Association of Professional Piercers. They are dedicated to giving you the safest and most comfortable piercing experience possible. momstattoo.net.

Gold: GARLAND ANIMAL CLINIC Taking care of your furry family members is the calling of each veterinarian at Garland Animal Clinic. Their knowledgeable care comes with more than seventy-five years of combined experience, ensuring your animal is in good hands no matter how simple or extensive the visit. garlandanimalclinic.com.

Silver: Bryan Hill, DDS Bronze: Ryan R. Love, DDS Idaho: Coeur d’ Alene Family Dentistry

Best Cosmetic Dentistry Gold: BRYAN HILL, DDS At Bryan Hill, DDS, they strive to wow you with their friendly staff, complimentary comfort menu, and exceptional dental care tailored to meet the specific needs of every member of your family. bryanhilldds.com. Silver: Evergreen Cosmetic Dentistry Bronze: Brooke M. Cloninger, DDS

Best Children’s Dentistry Gold: THE CHILDREN’S CHOICE FOR DENTISTRY The Children’s Choice is the pediatric dental practice of Drs. Toillion, Garabedian, and Herzog. With locations in South Spokane, and North Spokane, they specialize in providing excellent dental care that is especially suited to the needs of infants, children, and teenagers. childrenschoicedental.com. Silver: South Hill Pediatric Dentistry Bronze: The Kidds Place

Silver: Anchored Art Tattoo Bronze: Tiger Tattoo

Businesses and Organizations Best Local Charity Gold: BEYOND PINK Beyond Pink is the result of two women, Charlie Brewer and Karla Porter, who wanted to celebrate the technology of thermography and its powerful ability to aid in the early detection of breast disease. Their goal is to educate and raise awareness, as well as help provide funding for women who could not otherwise afford this potentially lifesaving screening. beyondpink.net. Silver: Union Gospel Mission Bronze: Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery Idaho: Idaho Youth Ranch

Silver: SouthCare Animal Medical Center Bronze: South Grand Veterinary Clinic Idaho: Lake City Pet Hospital

Best Local Photographer Gold: STOLEN IMAGES PHOTOGRAPHY Blake Crossley started Stolen Images Photography with the mindset of delivering high quality images while having fun with all his clients! His skills, creativity and attention to customer service have earned him more than 200 five-star reviews. Crossley and his team specialize in commercial, senior portraits, sports, and weddings— they’ve proudly created lasting memories for more than 225 nuptials. nwstolenimages. com. Silver: Ifong Chen Photography Bronze: Dean Davis Photography

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Gold: THE YUPPY PUPPY The Yuppy Puppy is a super-awesome, locally-owned pet supply store staffed by an outgoing, eclectic and fairly obnoxious group of fun-loving pet people who truly care about the lifetime well-being of your furry family members. Services include self-serve dog wash, professional grooming, natural pet products, and doggy day care. yuppypuppyspokane.com.

Gold: SPOKANE EYE CLINIC The Eye Clinic team of nineteen ophthalmologists/MDs, ten optometrists/ ODs, and caring staff provide outstanding care to adult and pediatric patients that includes general and specialty eye care, vision correction, and outpatient surgery. spokaneeye.com.

Silver: Pawpular Companions Pet Supplies Bronze: Prairie Dog Pet Mercantile Idaho: Bubbles and Bows Pet Spa

Best Florist Gold: LIBERTY PARK FLORIST Spokane’s largest florist, Liberty Park Florist & Greenhouse has been in Spokane since 1929. A full-service, family-ownedand-operated florist for all occasions, you can count on them for the highest quality product. Their specialties include: fresh flower arrangements, unique European basket gardens, blooming and green plants, wedding flowers, fruit and gourmet baskets, and balloon arrangements. libertyparkflorist.com. Silver: Rose & Blossom Bronze: Appleway Florist & Greenhouse Idaho: Eufloria

Silver: Everything In Sight Optical Bronze: Blink Eyecare

Best Credit Union Gold: STCU STCU, established in 1934 by local teachers who operated inside of a Lewis and Clark High School classroom, has grown to more than twenty branch locations with more than 600 employees. The credit union helps members reach their business and personal goals through loans and is a prime example of a community partnership. stcu. org. Silver: Numerica Credit Union Bronze: Horizon Credit Union

Best Bank Gold: WASHINGTON TRUST BANK Washington Trust Bank is an American diversified financial services holding company headquartered in Spokane. It is the oldest and largest privately held commercial bank in the Pacific Northwest, and has more than forty financial centers and offices in Washington, Idaho, and Oregon with over 1,000 employees. watrust. com. Silver: STCU Bronze: Banner Bank

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Gold: GREEN LIGHT Green Light is a Washington i502 Retail Marijuana Store located in the Spokane Valley. Number 1 in sales in Spokane County for two years running, they spend their time providing the best products Washington has to offer. greenlightspokane.com. Silver: Cannabis & Glass Bronze: Locals Canna House

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Best Dry Cleaning Gold: BEACON CLEANERS Beacon Cleaners earned a Clean Air Award in 2012 for their efforts in becoming the first and only dry cleaner in Spokane to be a Certified EnviroStars recipient. Let Beacon Cleaners take the work out of “laundry day” while you take care of other business. They offer wash and fold service where they will sort, wash, dry, and fold. Silver: Clarks Cleaners Bronze: Scollard’s Dry Cleaning

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eople across the world have tackled immense challenges since the start of the global COVID-19 pandemic, from social isolation to financial burdens, in a distanced and digitally enabled world. As a result, many important projects were put on hold. But at the same time, many people took the opportunity to make bigger and better plans—and are ready to make these dreams a reality. In a recent global survey conducted by Project Management Institute (PMI), nearly four in five consumers (seventy-nine percent) said they consider 2021 to be a “do-over,” and eighty-six percent plan to work harder this year to bring their ideas to life. “The pandemic disrupted countless 2020 plans, but many leaders and innovative thinkers used the time wisely to map out their next moves,” says Mike DePrisco, chief operating officer for PMI. “As more communities and organizations across the globe cautiously turn to recovery and revival, teams are increasingly focused on turning their stalled projects into reality.” But turning ideas into reality doesn’t come easy. Whether you’re looking to level up in your career, kickstart a new project or create a completely new business, PMI outlines the power skills you need to continue advancing:

skills for successfully turning ideas into reality

1. Communication Effective communication maximizes success and minimizes risk. It involves not only conducting outwardbound communication, but also listening, taking feedback, understanding nonverbal cues, and interpreting what is meant versus what is said. In a team setting, communication helps team members stay on the same page as they work toward success. 2. Empathy Empathy allows team members to build greater trust and connections—with each other and with other stakeholders—by helping them understand the wide range of people and work styles they encounter. Empathy also strengthens teams by helping team members feel appreciated and heard.

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3. Collaborative leadership A collaborative leadership style is more effective in inspiring and bringing team members together in pursuit of a shared vision and common goals. Collaborative leaders recognize that each member of the team has something to contribute—in executing a plan and in helping shape objectives. 4. Innovative mindset An innovative mindset ensures teams are applying new ideas and fresh perspectives to how they organize work and address the myriad obstacles that emerge when turning ideas into reality. An innovative mindset also allows teams to remain agile and pivot more quickly in the face of challenges. 5. Purpose-driven goals Having a for-purpose orientation helps minimize risks and ensures the organization’s values and commitment to social good are infused in all aspects of project design and implementation. Clear goals also empower changemakers to use their skills to bring about positive social change within teams, companies, and communities.

To learn more about these skills and effective project management, visit PMI.org/ MakeReality, a virtual hub of inspiration with the tools you need to get started on your next big, bold idea. Find support and inspiration from changemakers across the globe turning their ideas into reality; determine your changemaker persona; and view PMI courses that help you take your project or idea and Make Reality, such as KICKOFF, a free, forty-five-minute digital course and toolkit that guides learners through the basics of project management with bite-sized content and downloadable templates they can quickly implement on the job. —BPT

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Wanda Buddrius, BECU Retail Market Development Manager, takes pride in joining BECU at a pivotal time; five years ago, the credit union opened its first physical location in Spokane. Though BECU has operated a Contact Center in the region since 2003, opening a member-facing branch, which BECU calls Neighborhood Financial Centers (NFC), was a milestone that precipitated growth for the credit union that was founded in 1935. Today, BECU holds a two-billion-dollar presence in Eastern Washington, with 19,000 members and 300 employees in Eastern Washington and Idaho, ranking BECU in the top four credit unions in that geographic market. “People have really embraced the BECU brand and what we stand for, which is helping to improve the financial well-being of our members and communities,” Wanda says. “The alignment between BECU’s core values and the Eastern Washington community is what made this growth possible.”

BECU’s decision to base Wanda’s position in Spokane also demonstrates its commitment to growing in the region. She supports and operates the credit union’s events and sponsorships for all 56 of BECU’s locations across its footprint, three of which are in the Spokane area. She’s held this position for a year; prior she had held the position of branch manager for the Spokane Valley location. “It’s been an exciting opportunity. Not only is it fun to get out into the community, but it’s also rewarding to see the difference we’re making.” Wanda says. Another strong indication of BECU’s commitment is that it has invested in and established its only Home Loan Center in Spokane, which specifically focuses on educating and helping members through the home-buying experience. In just five years, BECU has impacted the community in substantial ways, supporting nearly $1.9 million in charitable giving and providing support to at least fifty organizations. On top of that, each NFC received an additional $25,000 budget to put toward community initiatives, such as local event sponsorships and support for food banks and other nonprofits making a meaningful impact. “Being held to our principle of people helping people, being in the community, and having that credit union feel has been a wonderful experience,” Wanda says. “People helping people is the credit union principle, and that’s what we really pride ourselves on.” As a proud Washington State University alumna, Wanda also loves BECU’s affinity relationship with the WSU Alumni Association. In that capacity, BECU supports alumni events, contributes to the scholarship program, and provides crucial financial education to both alumni and current students. BECU has also held similar financial education programs with SNAP.

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all is my favorite time of year; it’s all about creating that warm and inviting space. I love to get out my crockpot and make a delicious comfort dish to share with friends and family. Because I love to entertain, part of my fall ritual is sprucing up my front porch to welcome guests. I have an artisan black bench made of whiskey barrels that stays on the porch year-round. Since my porch is covered, I decided to bring a little indoors to the outside this year. I wanted it to be cohesive

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without overdoing it, so I chose a simple black and white theme. Part of the reason I choose this pallete was that I already had everything and only had to purchase a lavender plant and some small white pumpkins to pull it together. Because my husband was a firefighter and is always limiting my candle usage, I look for other ways to use my lanterns. So, in this instance, I simply stacked a couple of miniature white pumpkins on top of each other and loved the look of the matching matte black lanterns. The black and white striped pillow always grabs attention, and, in this case, I paired it with a simple little pillow with a cute message. The birch sticks bring in a natural element and frankly, they match my color scheme without spending anything. The area rug defines the space, just as it would inside the home. I pulled the wire spheres from my backyard and I love that this design element is unexpected. There is no right or wrong when outfitting your front porch. It only took me about an hour to get the look I wanted, and my process was the same as when I change anything inside the house. I could have added some fresh white mums as well, but the truth is that I do not have a green thumb and the life expectancy for flowering plants at my house is extremely short. Instead, I played to my strengths and kept the evergreen from summer and added the lavender in the black pot into my design. Again, try using what you have to create that warm, inviting entrance to your home. And remember, you don’t need to spend a fortune—play to your strengths. Cheers. Written, styled, and photographed by Kim Mehaffey @k.mehaffey

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grew up in this home, along with my mom and dad and two older brothers, an older sister, and my grandma,” says Dana Foster, who owns this 1906 Corbin Park craftsman with her husband, Kevin. Dana’s grandmother purchased the home in the early 1940s, and over the past eight decades it’s continued in its role as a beloved shelter for the family. “This house has always been filled with laughter and love and really positive vibes,” says Dana. “It’s just had a history of happiness,” for her immediate family—and the extended one as well. “When you live with your grandma, everybody

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stops by,” she says with a laugh. When she and Kevin decided to purchase the home from a family trust three years ago, they knew it needed repairs and updates, but preserving that sense of history was paramount. “We wanted to maintain that kind of familial togetherness,” she says.

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The goal was to create a more open space that felt updated yet timeless. “The rooms were really charming and cozy with really classic architecture, but they were pretty compartmentalized,” says Dana. They wanted to retain the home’s integrity while creating a functional, family-friendly floor plan that worked for them as well

as their visiting kids, grandkids, and greatgrandkids. They hired Shaleesa Mize of Pacific Design Co. as their interior designer and Tim Solodyankin with Solo Homes as their contractor.

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Remarkably, they learned of another family connection not long into the project: Shaleesa’s mom “happens to be married to one of my many cousins,” says Dana—and Shaleesa’s family shared in this home’s history. “This home [was once] her great-great-

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grandmother’s home. We feel that she was just called to bring this home into its former glory.” Working with Shaleesa and Tim, they came up with a plan that involved moving some doorways to vastly improve the flow

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of the main level, taking down the wall between the kitchen and dining room, and incorporating a former eating nook into the kitchen proper. They took everything

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down to the studs, deconstructing the plaster and lath walls and unearthing original elements like the old knob and tube electrical. To update and expand the kitchen space, they raised the ceiling,

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added shiplap, and built in ceiling beams, both for structural and aesthetic purposes. White oak cabinetry on the island contributes warm tones, and the textural square clé tile backsplash is both

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For other homeowners concerned about how to update an older home while honoring its history, Shaleesa offers some helpful encouragement. “Reworking the layout to something more functional will never be an investment you regret,” she says.

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the laundry room’s tub sink, which was reglazed and affixed to a custom white oak base. Other updates to the laundry room space, formerly a bit of a catch-all, include a wall of built-in white oak cabinetry. A combination of vintage and vintage-inspired push-

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button light switches throughout the home add to its charm and sense of history. Another transformation occurred in the stairwell. Originally, “coming up the stairs felt like coming out of a tunnel,” says Kevin.

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similarly closed-in feeling. Now ascending the stairs, “you feel like you’re opening up into a space, rather than stepping out of a tunnel,” says Kevin. Tim’s craftsmanship is evident here in the white oak accents and the custom railing.

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When it came to updating the primary bathroom, Dana and Kevin were stumped. They wanted to add a stand-up shower, but couldn’t fathom how it would fit. The second story was not designed for a bathroom; that space had originally been a sitting

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“Shaleesa kind of blew our minds by saying, ‘We’ll just make this whole thing a wet room.’” This clever solution means the showerhead is placed in the center of the room, and there’s also space for the original clawfoot tub, now reglazed. “We would never, never have thought of [the wet room], but it’s fantastic,” says Kevin.

Dana and Kevin has found it immensely helpful to work through the design of the entire home with professionals. “Shaleesa and Tim really made it doable because we could never have figured this out on our own,” says Dana.

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The shared family history with the home has meant a lot to Shaleesa as well. “We discovered this family connection shortly after starting the design project,” she says. “The most interesting thing about designing for this home was how easily the design concept came to me—almost as if the perfect pieces were finding us and intuitively I just knew they were the right choices.” “The special part about the whole design process was incorporating historical pieces from the home into its new design. It was important to keep the family stories alive. Refinishing pieces like the original clawfoot tub and the laundry basin sink are the same decisions that many people would have probably made. However, knowing that it was my own ancestors that once used these pieces to care for their families in this home over the last eight decades was very impactful and special.” The location of the home is also a meaningful part of its history. Kevin and Dana love living across from Corbin Park, watching the seasons cycle through the starker colors of winter, the burst of life in spring and summer, and fall’s vibrant colors. “We can rake leaves for months!” says Dana. “Every so often I think, I haven’t strayed too far from home. I’m still raking the same leaves I raked as a kid.” “The multigenerational aspect of things is really important to us,” says Kevin. The full-circle realization that they are now the grandparents and great-grandparents the extended family is coming to visit at this same home is not lost on them. “We don’t intend to move anywhere else, ever,” he says. “It’s really our forever home, and we hope it stays in our family,” says Dana. “When we’re long gone we want to imagine that the history of this home continues.”

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n the US, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, the most common cancer among women. The fact is no one is immune from the effects of breast cancer. Even if you are lucky enough to never experience breast cancer yourself, chances are within your lifetime, you’ll know someone who has. Many women might only think about breast health after hearing news of a breast cancer diagnosis. Early detection is key to catching breast cancer or precancerous conditions when they are most treatable. Some risk factors can be controlled, and others cannot.

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About thirteen percent of women diagnosed with cancer have a mother, sister, or daughter who has also been diagnosed with breast cancer. Additionally, women who have relatives with breast or ovarian cancer are at higher risk. You cannot change age or gender—the biggest risk factors—or your family history, including genetics. Some things that you can do to reduce your breast cancer risk are: Maintain a healthy weight Eat a healthy diet Do not use tobacco and limit alcohol Exercise regularly

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Genetics: You cannot change your genes. About thirteen percent of women diagnosed with cancer have a mother, sister, or daughter who has also been diagnosed with breast cancer. Additionally, women who have relatives with breast or ovarian cancer are at higher risk. With every additional family member diagnosed before menopause, this risk increases. If this is the case for you, consult with your physician or a genetics counselor. Consider getting a baseline mammogram at least ten years before the age your family member was diagnosed. For example, if your mother was forty-five, your baseline mammogram should be performed at age thirtyfive. Self-Exam: Breast self-awareness is an important part of your health. You are the best judge of what’s “normal” when it comes to your own body. Monthly self-exams can keep you familiar with the look and feel of your breasts, making it easier to identify and share any changes with your primary care provider. There have been multiple studies that show it’s not important how you do a self-breast exam, so much as it is that you do it regularly. Screening: The American Cancer Society recommends that women at average risk for developing breast cancer get yearly mammograms starting at age fortyfive. Others recommend starting at age forty to fifty. The National Preventative Task Force recommends starting at fifty, and every one to two years thereafter. However, depending on your history, your physician may recommend you start screening at the age of forty. The problem is there is no absolute consensus. If you want to know if mammograms help you live longer, you must look at studies with mammograms done thirty years ago to know what will happen to you in thirty years. However, those mammograms are not as advanced as today’s. As imaging has improved, finding small tumors is more routine. We know that finding tumors smaller correlates with improved survival. There are many diagnostic tools available, but many consider digital breast tomosynthesis, also known as 3-D mammography, to be the new standard of care. With 3-D mammography, images are produced from multiple angles using a digital scanner that rotates in an arc over the breast. This technology allows radiologists to move and enlarge images to better view any area of concern. This improves the detection of smaller breast cancers earlier and provides greater accuracy in distinguishing tumor size and location. If you minimize your cancer risk by practicing some principles, such as good nutrition, regular aerobic exercise, alcohol avoidance, and screening to detect a cancer as early and as treatable as possible, you will have the best chance of avoiding or beating breast cancer.

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Ann Foreyt (they/them) is a project manager by profession and a runner and CrossFit/HIIT enthusiast by passion. They also practice and teach aerial silks. Their goal is to make fitness accessible and enjoyable for all bodies and ability levels.

It sounds like such a simple thing: “Join a workout class!” or “Join a gym!” But is it really that easy? This month, let’s talk about how to find, try, and assess gyms and fitness classes. Not every class or gym is for everyone and being able to figure out what works for you, for your body, and with your goals, is important. For simplicity’s sake, from here on out, I will be using “gym” as a catchall to mean all classes, facilities, and modalities (group classes, personal training, online training, etc.). First, what are your needs in searching for a gym? Defining what it is you’re looking for and what your focus is can really help you narrow down your search.

Some questions to ask yourself:

Determine your preferred focus: Are you looking for a new experience or a challenge unlike anything you’ve previously done? Or are you looking for a return to something you already know? Alternately: Are you looking to focus on one activity or type of movement, or do you just want to have space to move your body somewhere that’s not your basement?

Most gyms offer intro series or classes that allow you to test out their offerings, but determining whether you’re looking for an everyday workout or something to challenge yourself with once or twice a week is important.

I know from personal experience that just because a gym or studio costs a lot, has a gorgeous and well-appointed space, or has a great social media presence, it doesn’t mean that it is automatically safer (either physically or emotionally) than a less Instagram-worthy option. Finding a gym, class, or instructor who both protects your body and makes you feel good about having shown up is imperative.

Determine your preferred modality: Do you want strict programming, or do you want to be able to do your own thing? Do you like the atmosphere of a group? Or do you prefer more one-on-one coaching? Some people thrive Dealing with the awkwardness of being the new in an environment where the workouts are always programmed kid: and there’s a coach or trainer that leads the majority of activity. Showing up for your first day of any activity can be intimidating. Others prefer less structure and enjoy being able to program for How can you reduce that “first day of school” feeling? themselves, or just do their own thing on a day-to-day basis. First, there’s a reason I mentioned emotional safety above. An I know that personally, I like the idea of being able to program instructor should always make you feel welcome, even on your for myself, but I see more improvement, and first day. Especially on your first day! While you generally thrive more, in a group, coach-led may feel lost in a new space, a good instructor While you may environment. Thus, I tend to gravitate to should do their best to alleviate that with clear programmed group classes. explanations of procedures and movements and feel lost in a give you the support you need to settle in. If you new space, a Determine your preferred time don’t receive this, ask. commitment: Additionally—and this is a hard one—give good instructor Are you looking for a daily workout space? yourself grace to be “bad” at something new! should do their Or something more focused, that you may only It was everyone’s first day once and nobody attend once or twice a week? best to alleviate started out as an expert (yes, even that awesome This one’s a tough one, because it requires instructor!). Your first day will never be your that with clear some honesty with yourself. There is often a gap best day, so grant yourself the compassion to between what you want to be able to commit to, hold your ego lightly. If you’re a more social explanations or what feels “good” when you’re gung-ho about person, it can also help to find another newbie of procedures a new routine, workout, or regimen, and what in class and band together. You’re in this life allows you to commit to. and movements together! I personally have a three-tries philosophy that and give you Determine your financial commitment: helps me with overcoming the awkwardness of Directly related to “time commitment” above, the support you trying a new/hard thing. Here’s why: what are you willing to commit to, financially? Class one: I acknowledge that I am coming need to settle in. as a beginner, so all I might get out of this class And what’s the cost of not attending? Niche or discipline-focused gyms can be is an understanding of the space, a “feel” for the pricey, but even big-box spaces come with a class/instructor, and a basic comprehension of cost, especially when you choose to stop attending. Beyond just the class structure and/or skills. figuring out what makes sense for your budget, cost-wise, also Class two: I now know the space and the basic format of class, think about what type of pricing structure makes sense for you. so I can start discerning whether I actually enjoy this activity. I can Most places will encourage monthly memberships, but many also start focusing on some of the skills being taught. also offer single-class or class-pack drop-in rates or punch cards. Class three: By my third try, I have developed a few skills Especially as you’re doing some discernment on whether you want and should feel like I have an idea of what I’m doing. Also, I’ve to commit to a gym, these are great options. probably decided whether or not this is something I might want to OK, now that you’ve made some decisions about what you want keep doing, or if it’s more of a “glad I tried this, but it’s not for me to do and at least have narrowed down where you want to go, let’s long term” experience. Trying a third time allows me to test that talk about assessing the offerings at your chosen space. feeling.

Some considerations:

Safety (both physical and emotional): First and foremost, safety is key. Regardless of discipline, regardless of whether it’s a big-box open gym or an expensive boutique studio, safety and cleanliness should be a focus. Is the equipment well-maintained? Are there appropriate cleaning procedures in place and evident? In a trainer/coach/ instructor-led environment, are they coaching students on correcting and improving form? Are coaches encouraging and supportive in a way that feels beneficial to you?

Do I like it? Finally, just because something feels like a good workout doesn’t mean that it’s right for you. Did you enjoy it? Are you excited to come back? On days when you don’t really want to work out, will this still make you think, “Yeah, that still sounds fun”? A workout/ class/gym you’re not excited about, even if it’s something you feel like you should like, is one that you won’t stick with. Find the thing that makes you want to show up. Good luck finding a gym, a class, an instructor, or a movement-type that makes you genuinely happy to partake in. It’s out there, I promise! OCTOBER 2021 / BOZZIMEDIA.com

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Japanese Curry in a Roasted Kabocha Squash

feature and photos by Kacey Rosauer Follow Kacey Rosauer of Rosauer's Kitchen on Instagram for more recipes and food inspiration.

or me, fall isn’t complete without that "sticks to my bones and warms me to my soul" feeling. What says fall more than pumpkins and squash? Japanese curry is so popular in Japan that it could be their national dish. It varies from other curries with the addition of a dark roux, which adds a nutty spice that matches perfectly with the kabocha squash. The squash itself is sweeter and a bit nuttier than a pumpkin. This year, when you’re at Green Bluff picking out your carving pumpkins, grab a kabocha squash and try something new.

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This year, when you’re at Green Bluff picking out your carving pumpkins, grab a kabocha squash and try something new.

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1. In a dry frying pan, combine the curry powder ingredients and lightly toast until fragrant. Set aside to cool. 2. Prep kabocha by cutting off the top, scooping out the seeds and insides, including the top. Coat the inside of the kabocha with half the oil and 1 tbsp (or to taste) curry powder and salt. Place on a lined cookie sheet and set aside. 3. Add the remainder of the oil to a medium frying pan and preheat the pan on medium-high. Season the chicken with 1-2 tbsps of the curry powder or to taste. Add to the pan and brown on all sides. Remove from pan and place inside the squash. 4. Add onions to the frying pan with the chicken drippings. Cook on medium until soft but not browned, and then add carrots and green beans. Cook until all veggies are soft but not browned, remove from the pan, and add into the squash. 5. To the frying pan, add the chicken stock, cooking wine, and curry cubes. Whisk on medium low until the curry cubes are dissolved and sauce is starting to thicken, assuring it is lump-free. Taste the sauce and, if need be, add a bit more curry powder. 6. When you’re satisfied with the taste of the sauce, add to the squash. You may need to add chicken stock to cover the chicken and veggies. Place the top of the squash and filled squash into your oven, preheated to 425°. Cook for ninety minutes, or until the chicken reads an interior temperature of 160° and the squash is cooked through. 7. To serve, place the squash into a dish that can hold the sauce. You can scoop out the curry while scooping some of the squash, but my preference is to cut the squash into wedges. Serve with rice and garnish with cilantro.

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INGREDIENTS Curry Powder: • 1 tbsp coriander, ground • ½ tsp ginger, ground • ½ tsp cardamom • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper • ¼ tsp cloves, ground • ½ tsp white pepper, ground • 2 tbsp turmeric • 1 tsp cumin • ½ tsp fenugreek, ground • ¼ tsp nutmeg, ground • ¼ tsp cinnamon, ground • ½ tsp garlic, granulated • ½ tsp onion, granulated

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MAIN INGREDIENTS • 1 kabocha squash • 2 tbsp cooking oil, divided • ½ medium onion, large diced • 2 carrots, peeled and cut into medium rounds • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into inch long pieces • ½ pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed • Chicken stock • 2 tbsp Chinese cooking wine • 3 cubes of Japanese curry roux

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by Kate Vanskike, wordsncoffee.com

Every coffee joint has the standard bakery fare, but at Ladder, you can also indulge in amazing breakfast options.

Eastward & Upward

Ladder Coffee & Toast won my heart as soon as it opened a Spokane Valley location. I’ve

lived in Valley communities for sixteen of my twenty-three years in the Inland Northwest, and while I understand the Valley may lack the charm of some other neighborhoods, more businesses and residents would do well to embrace opportunity in the oft-avoided easterly side of our county. (Free and easy parking, anyone?). But that isn’t what this column is for, so let’s get down to coffee. Owner Aaron Rivkin opened his first Ladder location downtown on the edge of Browne’s Addition in a 1904 apartment building begging for new life. Its chic, modern space fits the bill for the feel Aaron says he wanted to achieve: a “living room” atmosphere. With bright walls, ample windows, and plants draped across shelves, it does possess an inviting vibe. The smell of bread in the bakery across the hall adds a feeling of home. Barely after opening the first shop, a second and unique opportunity arose. As Spokane Federal Credit Union began its rebranding as Canopy, it sought to reach a younger population of banking customers. Inspired by the example of Capital One Cafes, Canopy and Ladder created a mutually beneficial relationship in a shared facility. The East Sprague location in the Valley opened at the unfortunate timing of pandemic restrictions, but eastside residents (at least my husband and I) vowed to keep them going. This fall, Canopy and Ladder opened another location, this time on the Northside. One might think that the atmosphere of a coffee shop connected to a financial institution could be rather cold or corporate. While the comfy couches and bright colors of the downtown Ladder shop give way to more formal black and white designs in the Canopy business setting, the friendly environment on any given day could include a gathering of moms with young children, or a mild-mannered service animal resting by a student typing away on a laptop. In other words, a standard coffee shop ambiance. Ladder’s new headquarters and primary roasting and training facility fall somewhere in

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the middle of those spots, taking over the former Vessel coffee shop on North Monroe. As for the coffee itself, Aaron partners with Onyx Coffee, which specifically supports economic development in Guatemala, and Red Fox Coffee Merchants, known for its quality sourcing from throughout the coffee belt in Central and South America and Africa. Aaron says Ladder shops offer two types of roasts—the “approachable” 509 seasonals and the Expo ’74 blend, and what he calls the “wild” options for those with more adventurous palates.

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Aaron intends for Ladder to keep climbing, expanding beyond Spokane and into the larger markets of Seattle, L.A., and his hometown of Phoenix. The brand is already experiencing wide exposure through nationwide distribution of its canned cold brew—available in original, single origin, and nitro. In Spokane, pick it up at My Fresh Basket.

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Every coffee joint has the standard bakery fare, but at Ladder, you can also indulge in amazing breakfast options. The classic avocado toast is a strong contender, but if you want something different, try the waffles, available in sweet or savory selections. While my heart remains in the Valley, I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention a visit to the Browne’s Addition location may score you extra points with your partner or friends. The bakery across the hall—Rind and Wheat – will have something special to take home. Grab a baguette or focaccia, and ask the turophile (cheese connoisseur) for details on the many European cheeses available. Great coffee, fresh bread, and amazing cheese in one place? Trifecta.

SPOKANE LOCATIONS Browne’s Addition – 1516 W. Riverside Ave. Valley – 13105 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane (with Canopy) Northside – 1212 W. Francis Ave. (with Canopy) Monroe – 2823 N. Monroe St.

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Eats,Shoots,andLeaves by Ari Nordhagen

Photos and musings of a local shutterbug foodie

Ari Nordhagen is a portrait, wedding, and food photographer who is passionate about supporting locally owned businesses. Follow her on IG at @joyful.meandering)

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October is synonymous with Harvest Festival at Green Bluff. Luckily, I live a mere six-minutedrive from this autumnal mecca, so weekday foodie tour enabled me to avoid weekend crowds. Armed with my camera, a couple fancy plates, and a photo backdrop, my friend Lindsay and I hit the road to find the best sweet, savory, and boozy offerings.

SWEET What is Green Bluff in October without the long lines for Beck’s Harvest House pumpkin donuts? The donuts—made from scratch every weekend using an award-winning family recipe and served warm with a dusting of cinnamon sugar—live up to the hype. Harvest House’s other sweets at their Country Kitchen include saucer-sized cinnamon rolls, huckleberry cheesecake, ice cream, and their house-made cherry pie. A little off the beaten path, you will find Hidden Acres Orchard, where you can buy jams and jellies, jars of pickled veggies, and locally harvested produce and eggs. They have a shack where you can buy mini-pumpkin donuts made in-house every weekend, but the sweetest surprise we found were their blackberry and apple hand pies that were perfectly sized

and easy to hold while picking apples and pumpkins at their orchard. Right across the street is Walter’s Fruit Ranch, which has a huge selection of readyto-bake frozen pies. You can also purchase slices to eat at their Orchard Cafe. We went for the huckleberry-apple pie a la mode, a uniquely Inland Northwest flavor combination. We also shared an order of their famous bacon bacon bacon cheeseburger, a little savory break well worth it. New to Green Bluff is a family-owned-andoperated confectionary called Sweet Stuff Creations at Halbig Family Farm. Owners Richard and Erica Halbig bought the farm almost two years ago and set out to create their own line of caramels, chocolates, and brittles, using locally sourced ingredients. Their caramels and chocolates are the only ones of their kind in the area, and they are great for snacking and gift-giving.

SAVORY Also new, Lexi Westover and her father, Bert, bought the old Siemers Farm early this year (keeping its original name) and opened up Siemers Castle Pizza over the summer. For the first time, people can now enjoy pizza at Green Bluff during Harvest Festival. We ordered the “Whole Farm” pizza,

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Country Store, you can order their famous paninis from their Bistro & Deli counter at the back. Their tomato pesto panini is especially delicious, paired with some fries and slices of peach.

LIBATIONS For those of you twenty-one and over, Green Bluff has a growing number of places that offer wonderful libations. On weekends at

with pepperoni, sausage, onions, green peppers, and olives, washed down with Inland Cider Mill’s Strawberry Rhubarb hard cider, made with Siemers’ famous candy-sweet Benton strawberries. You can also order croissant sandwiches, macarons, and other baked goods as well as specialty coffees from miFLAVOUR, at their popup shop at Siemers Farm this season. While shopping with your friends at High Country Orchard’s

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Townshend Cellar, sit on the patio or their indoor tasting room and pair their wine flights with design-your-own-charcuterie ingredients. You can also purchase wine by the glass or take an entire bottle (or six) home to enjoy later. Big Barn Brewing has live music and food trucks every weekend, so you can relax with friends over pints of beer (most of which are made with local hops grown in their backyard).

If hard cider is more of your style, you can head to Twilight Cider Works’ tasting room and sample a variety of their pressed hard ciders, made with fruits grown at various Green Bluff farms. Twilight’s cider tasting only costs five dollars (to try five different ciders), and includes a souvenir glass. You can also sample mead flights at Hierophant Meadery while petting adorable animals in their backyard sanctuary. Mead is wine

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made with honey, and Hierophant’s meads are concocted with as much local honey as they can source. Hierophant’s rotating list of seasonal flavors—like the popular Harry-Potter-inspired Butterbee—can be sampled in their tasting room as part of their eight-dollar flight or be enjoyed by the glass. On a non-boozy note, take home a gallon or two of seasonal apple cider. Swing by Hansen’s Apple Orchard for their famous apple cider to-go, made with as many apple varieties as available. Don’t forget a jar of Karen Hansen’s famous chunky applesauce. I hope that you find this list helpful and that it inspires you to go off the beaten path to support some smaller farms.

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diningguide 180 Bar & Bistro. Features unique gourmet sandwiches, fresh salads, and homemade soups for lunch, as well as amazing appetizers—including some crowd favorites from Delectable Catering and Events—along with fun drinks, all locally sourced. 180 is a great place for people to enjoy a festive, positive atmosphere. In the evening and on weekends, allow 180 Bar & Bistro to host and cater your private event. 180 N. Howard St., (509) 824-1180, Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-3 p.m. bozzimedia.com/180barbistro.

1898 Public House. With a nod of respect to the year Kalispel Golf and Country Club was established, 1898 Public House combines a storied history with modern flair. The culinary team takes pride in preparing classic foods with a fresh twist, while using the finest ingredients. From hand-pressed gourmet burgers and house-cured bacon, to housemade rolls and charcuterie, dining at 1898 will be an exciting culinary tour for your palate. 2010 W. Waikiki Rd., (509) 466-2121, Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m.-9 p.m. 1898publichouse.com.

Chinook crafted by Chef Adam Hegsted. Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel’s signature “upper casual” restaurant had its grand reopening on November 11, with a reimagining of its menu and cocktail offerings thanks to Chef Adam Hegsted. The restaurant still features items diners have grown to love—such as a delicious steak dinner—but has added new items at a lower price point. There is something for everyone to love at Chinook. 37914 S. Nukwalqw St., Worley, ID. (800) 523-2464, MondaySunday 7 a.m.-3 a.m. cdacasino.com.

Downriver Grill. Located in the Audubon Park neighborhood, Downriver is a casual fine dining restaurant focusing on fresh, local, and seasonal modern American cuisine. Both the menu and space are designed to be a welcoming addition for the local neighborhood—a place where you could get a gourmet burger or salad, a fresh pasta, fresh seafood, or a grilled steak any time of the day. 3315 W. Northwest Blvd., (509) 323-1600, Tuesday-Friday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m.-9 p.m., downrivergrill.com. EPIC Sports Bar. From the nachos and buffalo wings to prime rib dip and epic burgers, EPIC is serving up a full menu of upscale pub fare, craft beers, and cocktails inside Northern Quest. And with its thirty-foot LED HDTV, you can enjoy sports for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. 100 N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, (509) 481-2122, SundayThursday 7 a.m.-12 a.m., Friday-Saturday 7 a.m.-2 a.m., northernquest.com. Frank’s Diner. Frank’s breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu, available all day, has all the classics. Among our favorites are the open-face turkey, roast 126

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beef and mushroom sandwiches, chicken pot pie, Joe’s Special (the venerable scramble of eggs, ground beef, spinach, onions, and parmesan), and, of course, the don’t-miss-at-breakfast hash browns and silver pancakes. 1516 W. 2nd Ave., (509) 747-8798, 10929 N. Newport Hwy., (509) 465-2464, daily 6 a.m.-8 p.m., franksdiners.com.

Gander and Ryegrass. An Italian-inspired restaurant in downtown Spokane with a menu featuring coursed meals based around whole animal butchery and homemade pasta. Their robust beverage program includes a full bar and wine cellar delivering a variety of pairings for each course. They would love to welcome you for your birthday and other celebrations, as well as offer you the best service for a great night out on the town. À la carte options available, too. 404 W. Main Ave., (509) 315-4613, daily 12 p.m.–9 p.m., ganderandryegrass.com.

High Tide Lobster Bar. Chef Chad White is all about bringing the flavor, but this time he’s bringing some of that East coast flavor to the West Coast with New England Style Lobster Rolls. Also try clam chowder by the pint or quart. 835 N. Post St., (509) 381-5954, Wednesday-Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m., hightidelobsterbar.com.

Indaba Coffee. With a slogan like “Love People, Love Coffee,” Indaba stands out from the pack with its award-winning coffee, welcoming atmosphere, and community-oriented mission. If you want your coffee to come to you, Indaba offers subscriptions to its incredible roasts. 1425 W. Broadway Ave., (509) 4433566, Monday-Friday 7 a.m.- 6 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 8 a.m.-3 p.m. 1315 W. Summit Pkwy., (509) 328-4786, Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 8 a.m.3 p.m., 419 N. Nettleton St., (509) 868-0421, MondayFriday 7 a.m.-6 p.m., 210 N. Howard St., (509) 4132569, Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 8 a.m.-3 p.m., 518 W. Riverside Ave., (509) 822-7182, Monday-Friday 7 a.m.- 6 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 8 a.m.3 p.m., indabacoffee.com.

Maryhill Winery. The winery draws more than 75,000 guests to annually, while the region offers warm summer days, year-round appeal and excellent winemaking and continues to gain recognition as an emerging wine destination. Each location offers beautiful scenery, frequent live music and special events, food menus featuring small plates and charcuterie, and an expansive selection of awardwinning wines. 9774 Highway 14, Goldendale, (509) 773-1976, Sunday-Friday 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-8 p.m., 1303 W. Summit Pkwy., Ste. 100, (509) 443-3832, Monday-Thursday 12 p.m.-8 p.m., Friday 12 p.m.-9 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., 801 Waterfront Way, Ste. 105, Vancouver, (360) 450-6211, Monday-Thursday 12 p.m.-9 p.m., FridaySaturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m.,

14810 NE 145th St. #A, Woodinville, (425) 481-7925, Monday-Thursday 12 p.m.-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday 12 p.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m.-7 p.m., maryhillwinery. com.

Masselow’s Steakhouse. With nine primegrade steaks and the best seafood oceans and rivers have to offer, Masselow’s Steakhouse continually provides the “wow” factor. With an outstanding array of mouth-watering cuisine, an extensive wine selection, and true Kalispel hospitality, Chef Tanya Broesder and her team create a special experience you won’t soon forget. 100 N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, (509) 481-6020, Wednesday-Sunday 5 p.m.-10 p.m., masselows.com.

No-Li Brewhouse. Family owned and fully independent, the No-Li team comes to work every day to make great beer in the artisan, hands-on tradition. Beer that does justice to the natural resources around us. Beer that wins awards and gathers folks together in conversation and celebration. 1003 E. Trent Ave. #170, (509) 242-2739, Sunday-Thursday 12 p.m.-10 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., nolibrewhouse.com.

Park Lodge. A fine dining restaurant featuring a relaxing atmosphere and locally inspired comfort meals from its award-winning chef, uniquely prepared on a wood-fired grill. 411 N. Nettleton St., (509) 340-9347, TuesdaySaturday 5 p.m.-9 p.m., parklodgerestaurant.com. Rancho Viejo. When you want authentic and traditional Mexican food, Rancho Viejo Spokane is the perfect choice. Stop by this family restaurant today for something for everyone! They are locally owned and operated to ensure you get quality service. 14201 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley, (509) 927-8428. 3209 E. 57th Ave., (509) 448-3834. Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., ranchoviejomexican.net. Republic Pi. Republic Pi was founded in 2015 in the Manito Neighborhood. With a heart for community and a passion for food and drink, the menu and space were curated to bring people together. Running at over 700°, our wood-fired oven allows us to create each pizza with the utmost care. We source the highest quality ingredients to bring our own twist on Neapolitan influenced cuisine. Wood-fired pizza, craft beer, local wine, hand-crafted cocktails. Republic Pi was truly built for the people. 611 E. 30th Ave., (509) 863-9196, daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m., republicpi.com.

South Hill Grill. South Hill Grill is a laidback bar and eatery with a spacious patio that will soon be converted for all seasons. The restaurant serves American staples for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and strives for the ‘wow factor’ for their guests. Sushi rolls are served on dry ice and set aflame. 2808 E. 29th Ave., (509) 536-4745, daily 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Sushi.com. Sit at the sushi bar and enjoy what’s fresh or take a table and explore the menu that also includes plenty of excellent hot options if raw fish

still makes you nervous. Some of our favorites are the super white tuna and the house tempura. 430 W. Main, (509) 838-0630, Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday 12 p.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 12 p.m.-8 p.m., mainsushi.com.

The Flying Goat. The Flying Goat was created in 2010 to become a neighborhood craft beer bar and casual eatery. The team was inspired by the legacy, flavors, and aromas of neapolitan style pizza. They honor the craft of artisan pizza making, while creatively infusing local flavors and ingredients. 3318 W. Northwest Blvd., (509) 327-8277, Monday-Sunday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., theflyinggoat.com.

The Onion Taphouse & Grill. It all started in 1978 when they introduced the first gourmet burger in Spokane. Their first menu had more than forty kinds of exotic burgers, taking Spokane by storm. Today, their menu has grown, but their commitment to only using the finest ingredients, thoughtfully prepared fresh, by trained chefs remains the same. 302 W. Riverside, (509) 747-3852, (takeout only) daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m. 7522 N. Division, daily 11 a.m.- 10 p.m. (509) 482-6100, restaurantji.com/wa/spokane/theonion-bar-and-grill-downtown-spokane-/.

Three Peaks Kitchen + Bar. Named after the three prominent peaks outlining the Spokane Tribe’s homeland, Three Peaks is the Spokane Tribe Casino’s premier dining destination. This upscale casual eatery features weekend brunch, as well as lunch and dinner specials all week long. Discover your new favorite Happy Hour from 3-7 p.m. every day with amazing patio seating, local and regional wines, as well as $2 drafts with 20 taps to choose from. Visit spokanetribecasino.com for menus, details and to make a reservation. 14300 W. SR-2 Hwy., Airway Heights, (509) 818-1547, Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m.-9 p.m., spokanetribecasino.com/dining. TT’s Brewery & Barbecue. TT’s Brewery & Barbecue is proud to offer the highest quality barbecue and beers brewed onsite. From their family to yours, they put lots of love and careful attention in each item. 4110 S. Bowdish Rd., Spokane Valley, (509) 919-4798, Tuesday-Saturday 12 p.m.-8 p.m., ttsbrewerybbq.com.

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Mexican cuisine, look no further than Vaqueros. All ingredients are fresh, and the food is made from scratch daily. If that isn’t enough, they have great happy hour specials and a full bar. 16208 E. Indiana Ave., (509) 922-0770, Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., vaquerosmexicansv. com.

Zona Blanca. Zona Blanca brings the flavors of coastal Mexico to Spokane. Flavor comes first, and ceviche, entrees, tacos, tostadas, and more await you. 157 S. Howard St., (509) 241-3385, Tuesday-Thursday 4 p.m.-9 p.m., Friday-Saturday 4 p.m.-10 p.m., limefishsalt.com.

Available for private events: • Rehearsal Dinners • Bachelor/bachelorette parties • Birthdays/baby showers • Retirement Celebrations

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clarksville by Doug Clark

Doug Clark is a Spokane native and lead singer/ songwriter for his band, Trailer Park Girls. He recently retired from The Spokesman-Review after writing three columns a week for more than 30 years.

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A SPACE ODDITY That’s one small step for a band; one giant boost to my self-esteem. --

Apologies to Neil Armstrong, but I’m over the Moon thanks to my recent rocket ride into Lower Space. And it’s all because of a Spokane stained glass artist with a rather eccentric hobby. David Glass builds high-power rockets (“like model rocketry, only bigger”) and sends them soaring into the heavens. When stars and legalities align, naturally. Glass, bless his soul, is also a loyal Clarksville fan. This superior personality trait led him to construct a rocket with a trailer-shaped nose cone. He christened it “Trailer Park Girl” in honor of my band—Trailer Park Girls. Glass then sent me an email asking if I’d like to witness the rocket’s maiden flight. Would I? Does Luke Skywalker have daddy issues? “I’m speechless,” I told Glass. “This honor is, well, overwhelming.” Glass originally planned to send our baby aloft during the spring of 2020. But then— cue the Vader theme—that infernal virus called Covid intervened. 128

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Aw, say it ain’t so. Close Disneyland, if you must. Shut down baseball and schools and the NBA. But ground Trailer Park Girl? What manner of monster are we dealing with!?! And so, the days and months passed in a depressing slog, until… Saturday morning last Labor Day weekend. I met the white-bearded Glass on a grassy rural field a few miles north of Pasco. Welcome to Sod Blaster 2021, an annual festival of rocket firing sponsored by the Tri-Cities Rocketeers. My lovely wife, Sherry, and I scooched into our pickup and drove 134 miles to this sod farm in Franklin County, not knowing what to expect. To be perfectly honest, I envisioned a dozen old geeks in sandals jawboning about Klingons and, you know, space stuff. Boy, was I wrong. I pulled my truck off Sagemoor Road and found a parking spot at the end of a long

line of RVs, campers, and cars. Well, whattaya know. There were more rocket men here than at a convention of Elton John tribute acts. Women and kids, too. And rockets. Short rockets. Skinny rockets. Flying saucer rockets. A pig-themed pink rocket. One sixfooter was fashioned into a perfect replica of a copper-jacketed rifle cartridge. But a trailer? Ha! Only one three-foot, eightinch rocket had the Right Stuff in that department. What a fascinating scene. Venders selling rocket motor reloads. A guy passed me wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with “Rocket Scientist @ Work.” I stood and watched as Glass opened the trunk of his rental sedan. He pulled out Trailer Park Girl, which he had painted a lovely mid-century turquoise and white. Glass grew up in California. He said he loved rocketry as a kid, fashioning his first ones out of cardboard toilet paper tubes. There was a time when he considered physics as a career. Then came a satori moment of enlightenment. Assessing his pocket protector-wearing classmates, Glass thought: “Who are these people and what am I doing with them?” Glass is an artist at heart. And, ironic name notwithstanding, he found his calling working with glass. He opened a stained glass studio not long after migrating to Spokane in 1977. I tagged along as Glass toted Trailer Park Girl to a table for registration. “Is that a parking meter?” asked Marty Weiser, quickly adding, “No. No. It’s a trailer.” “That’s a creative take right there,” complimented Rich Harshberger. As we learned from space shuttles Columbia and Challenger, plenty can go wrong with a rocket launch. Rocketeers have their own Urban Dictionary to cover a variety of mishaps, said Glass. Say a rocket topples over and zooms off horizontally. Call that a land shark. Or maybe a rocket makes a loop and

Clark’s humor and general-interest commentaries have won scores of local, state and regional honors along with three awards from the National Society of Newspaper Columnists. He can be reached at dougclarksville@gmail.com.

plows straight into the earth. “A lawn dart,” explained Glass with a chuckle. Failure to launch is probably the most common problem. Mercifully, there are pills to help with that. Another concern stems from the ol’ “what goes up must come down” truism. These rockets shoot so high that it’s sometimes difficult to keep track and the Lost in Space syndrome sets in. A middle-aged rocketeer passed me muttering that he’d “walked seven miles” in a vain search for the rocket he’d set off a day earlier. I knew exactly how he felt. Once while playing golf, I managed to lose five balls and a 7 iron—on ONE HOLE!! Hmm. I suddenly began to entertain dark thoughts about how such a personalized launch could turn out to be an even bigger embarrassment than the time I tried to nominate myself for a Pulitzer. On second thought, however, there’s no honor for the chickenhearted. We are living in the Golden Age of space privatization, after all. And I’m proud to add Clarksville to the ranks of Elon Musk, Richard Branson, and that greedy Amazon dickweed, Jeff Bezos. I followed Glass to the rows of launchpads and helped him position Trailer Park Girl onto a yellow metal stand. Number 24. Glass had already inserted a lengthy tube of solid propellant up the rocket’s, um, wazoo. Sorry to be crude. But when it comes to rocket lingo, I don’t know azimuth from Asimov. One of the final procedures was to hook a wire from the rocket to a junction box that linked to Mission Command: a lone announcer sitting under a canopy. Once that was done, we wandered back

to mingle amid the rocket gawkers. “This is the largest turnout I’ve ever seen here,” Glass observed. No kidding. A post-event Sod Blaster wrap-up revealed “a record-shattering 610 flights for the weekend!” These Tri-Cities Rocketeers know how to host a helluva sky party. One by one, the rockets for our round of liftoffs were introduced by name and builder before being counted down from five. And one by one, each rocket took off with varying degrees of smoke, speed, and vroom. Finally, the big moment arrived. Announcer Dude read the following from a paper Glass had prepared as a surprise.

“This flight of Trailer Park Girl is in honor of Doug Clark who recently retired as a columnist for The Spokesman-Review, having written for the paper since its founding in 1894,” the man said. A year or two off on the math. But I can live with that.

Announcer Dude continued: “He is the shining star of the band Trailer Park Girls, which was the inspiration for this rocket.” Five. Four. Three. Two… Loud roar. Trailer Park Girl shot up high enough to finally prove the Flat Earth Theory, becoming a mere flyspeck set against the blue clear sky. I had planned to snap an iPhone photo of Trailer Park Girl leaving Earth. Houston, we have a reflex problem. By the time I touched the shutter all I managed to document was a wispy column of gray smoke. Glass the rocket builder knew what he was doing. High in the sky, a small burst of smoke signified the separation of nose cone from rocket body, exactly as planned. Down the nose floated gently thanks to a bright yellow parachute. A red chute did the same for the tubular body. In my excited state I lost track of both parts. Good thing keen-eyed Sherry was there to follow TPG to terra not so firma. A short walk later, Trailer Park Girl was put back together and looking no worse for gravitational abuse. As a token of kindness, my affable new friend gave me his rocket to keep. How cool is that? Thank you, David. And rest assured, Trailer Park Girl will join my ’55 Seeburg jukebox, Expo ’74 coffee maker, ’51 Telecaster, and all the other treasures in the Museum of Clarksville Keepsakes. OCTOBER 2021 / BOZZIMEDIA.com

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