Spokane CDA Living Issue 109

Feeding the

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Tradition at the table Locals pay tribute to their “Turkey Day” traditions, inspiring us to create our own

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For I Was Hungry This holiday season, as we gather for meals with our family and friends, there is a large population within our community that does not have the luxury of a big meal nor the blessing of those with whom to share it. Many organizations are stepping in though, feeding not just hungry stomachs, but also hungry hearts.

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Winter Fun An extremely warm fall may have lured us into thinking that warm weather was here to stay, and that winter was never going to arrive, but we know the snow flurries are just waiting to fly. When they do, are you prepared to enjoy all that our region offers in the winter? Here are some tips on how to have fun, winter style.

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A Great House When it comes to building your home, it is your one chance to voice your opinion, make unique design choices and create a definite feel for your home. Jim and Barbara Chamberlain did just that. They knew what they wanted, and they went for it, which is why they can say with confidence that they have a great home. Take a tour, we think you’ll like it, too.

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Thanksgiving Traditions Wish you could be a fly on the wall in other people’s homes to see how they celebrate Thanksgiving? Good news - no fly needed; rather, we’re taking you directly into the homes and to the tables of some of your fellow Spokanites to see how they celebrate!

On the cover: Autumn’s bounty adds to the festive and flavorful food traditions we celebrate at Thanksgiving. Bon appetite!

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contents what’s inside Editor’s Letter If the Shoe Fits

Readers Respond What you had to say about

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recent issues of the magazine

First Look and Buzz Lillian Conn Antiques; Lilacs & Lemons; Spokane by the Numbers

What I Know KREM2’s Jane McCarthy tells us

Poverty in Spokane

The Nest Easy fall decorations for your home

Homestyles Living La Vida Green

Real Estate

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The Scene

Ellen Travolta performs at The Coeur d’Alene Resort

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Selling Off-Season

Health Beat

Pickup Trucks: Essential in the Inland Northwest

what she knows

Metro Talk

Automotive

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Artist Profile

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Book Reviews

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Datebook

Sculptor Sherri Ritchie embraces the female form

Books that are worth the read

What to put on your calendar

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Restaurant Reviews Crafted; Cork House Kitchen + Bar

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Signature Dish 50 / Fifty’s Thanksgiving Burger

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ALS Technology;

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Dining Guide Where to chow down in this town

Bodyweight Workouts

Business Closeups Celebrating local businesses with a story

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Marketing Editor

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Art Creative Director/Lead Graphics Kristi Somday kristi@spokanecda.com

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Photographers Alan Bisson Rocky Castaneda Keith Currie Makenna Haeder Rick Singer Crystal Toreson-Kern James Mangis

Contributors Robin Bishop Kate Derrick Chrissy Desormeau Paul K. Haeder Sarah Hauge David H. Heemann Julie Humphreys Jane McCarthy Meagan Pierluissi Justin Rundle Chris Street

Cara Strickland David Vahala Julia Zurcher

Business Development Emily Guevarra Bozzi

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Editor’s Letter

If the Shoe Fits

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ong before “Black Friday” became a part of our lexicon, and before shopping on the day after Thanksgiving became a combat sport, the women in my family had long since been gathering together for a day of shopping, dining and fun, spent together.

One year, while perusing the shoe department of the “old” Nordstrom, my sister and I stumbled across the most hideous shoe ever to be made. A mustard gold leather bootie, curling at the toe and gathered at the ankle with an elastic strap, this shoe looked like it could only be destined for the small foot of a seasonal display elf, or meant as a joke. And yet, there it was, for sale.

An early morning start, low blood sugar and four hours of shopping already under our belts without a break, left us a bit slap happy, and the sight of this ridiculous shoe pushed us over the edge. We started laughing uncontrollably in the shoe racks.

My aunt rounded the corner to see what we were laughing at.

We handed her the shoe to examine. We laughed some more. We moved on. End of story? Of course not.

Several hours later, after lunch and stops at a handful other stores, we found ourselves at a cash register in another downtown establishment, clustered around my aunt as she prepared to make a purchase. As the sales clerk rang up the total, my aunt reached into her handbag to pull out her wallet. Her hand dipped into her large purse, and her hand brushed against what she assumed was her wallet. In one swift movement she pulled her hand out of her bag, with her fingers curled around not a wallet, but one hideous mustard gold elf boot with an elastic gathering at the ankle. She stood with the shoe grasped

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in her hand at face level for one brief moment as everyone registered what we were seeing.

“It’s a shoe” she said, confused. “Why do I have this shoe?”

“You stole a shoe!!!” someone in the crowd of family gathered around her exclaimed.

My aunt dropped the shoe, as if it was a burning her hand simply by touching in it. “I did not!’ she cried, horrified. “How did that get in there?!!!”

We all began a brisk walk back to Nordstrom to return the “stolen” shoe. With my aunt wearing an aghast look of disbelief, the rest of us trailed a few steps behind, so as to keep our distance from her, in case the police descended. We slipped back into the shoe department, where my aunt replaced the shoe on the rack where it was originally found, then turned around and walked quickly away, hoping to forget it ever happened.

For years a debate has raged over how the shoe got into my aunt’s purse. She insists my sister and I planted it there. For the record, we didn’t. We suspect that, unbeknownst to her, when she put the shoe back on the rack it tumbled off and fell into the Goliath size purse she was sporting.

It is not just the debate of how the shoe got there that lives on, but celebration of the anniversary every year on the day after Thanksgiving, which we affectionately dubbed “Shoe Day.” We’ve tortured my aunt with the holiday. One year we surprised her with T-shirts that had huge shoes on them and said “Shoe Day.” Designed like baseball shirts, rather than her last name on the back, hers said, “Thief.” Another year, with the help of a amiable waiter, she opened her lunch menu to find the daily specials including Shoestring fries, Sole, Hush Puppies and other shoe-pun food offerings. Waiters delivering shoe shaped gifts throughout the meal, having her paged over the intercom to the shoe department in stores, and pinning a sign to her back that said, “Ask me about Shoe Day,” have just been some of the ways we have simultaneously lovingly tortured her and celebrated the day.

The ultimate trick came in 2001, when I wrote a letter to Doug Clark at the Spokesman-Review asking for help in surprising my aunt with a story to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Shoe Day. We met for an interview, and he then cobbled together an incredible piece that appeared on the front page of the IN Life section. She was - and is - a trooper to put up with so much ribbing, all for the fun of Shoe Day. A silver lining came out of sharing Shoe Day with Doug Clark.

Intrigued by the letter I sent him, and learning of my desire to be a writer, he encouraged me to pursue a career in writing, introducing me to contacts and opportunities to gain experience.

Those contacts and opportunities eventually led me to my job at Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living, ten years ago. To think, it all began with a “stolen” shoe.

When that shoe was pilfered, I never expected it would in any way lead me to the career I wanted, but in a small way it did.

That just goes to show, there can be unexpected blessings from anything that comes into your life. For that, I am thankful.

I hope you take the chance to be thankful this Thanksgiving for all that life brings you, and for the twists and turns it takes, knowing wherever the road leads you, when the shoe fits, it feels great!

Happy Thanksgiving!

readers respond what you had to say expansion battle end up in the white man’s court of last resort, or which white man’s economic principle wins out...”

What is the connection? Why does he have to say the Mt. Spokane battle is “white men and women …in the white man’s court”? Can it not simply be people – regardless of ethnicity, race, origin, skin color or birthplace – who are passionate about their side of the issue? The issue of the proposed Mt. Spokane expansion has nothing to do with “Native nations” so why is he making it a part of the story? I believe people who find a way to turn any situation into a race issue create racism where there is none. This is not a “Native nations” issue, so quit trying to make it one.

MORE THAN BREAST CANCER Thank you for the cancer-focused Health Beat article in the last issue [October 2014]. Breast Cancer research, funding and awareness have increased dramatically in the past few years, thanks to the incredible work and efforts of the well-known Susan G. Komen organization. I wouldn’t take anything away from the work they are doing and the people they help; however, it sometimes seems like people forget there are any other types of cancer. I was pleased to see a big purple ribbon in your opening health article, drawing attention to Pancreatic Cancer. The story that went with it was inspirational. I am looking forward to the day you have absolutely no material for a cancer article, because the disease has been cured. That would be a good story to cover!

Reese Cordine via email WHAT’S THE CONNECTION? Why do all of the Metro Talk articles have to somehow – regardless of the topic – wind back to the “Native nations”? The last article [October 2014] was about the proposed expansion on Mt. Spokane, but it ended with the following: “Many sacred places are being damaged because Native nations do not have equal access under the First Amendment to defend them.

We are the only peoples in the United States who do not have a constitutional or statutory right of action to protect sacred places or our exercise of religious freedom there.” What does the have to do with Mt. Spokane? The author went on to write, “No matter where these white men and women fighting both sides of the Mt. Spokane 18

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E. Brinegar Spokane, WA IN “TOONE” WITH READERS I always turn to the What I Know article first thing when I get my magazine in the mail. Some of the people who are featured take a humorous approach, others are guarded, but every once in a while there is one that impresses me greatly. Doug Toone’s October issue What I Know was so well done. Thank you to him for his willingness to be transparent, and share about his years struggling with alcohol. I thought it was so beautifully written, and it made me feel like I was truly getting to know him. That took courage, bravery and confidence to share what he wrote. I am so impressed.

Coming from a family where alcoholism is a struggle for many family members, I am forever grateful for the words and story he shared. I applaud him.

Terri Berg Spokane, WA

Corrections: In our Best of the City survey results, [October 2014] due to the similarity of the names, we inadvertently listed Kidd’s Dental as the gold winner in the Children’s Dentist category, when we also should have listed The Kidd’s Place, on 506 E Hastings Rd, Suite B, (509) 252-4746. The two practices share the award. We regret the error.

Additionally, we listed Nadine Woodward, the Silver winner for Best Female News Anchor, as being at the wrong station. We are sorry Nadine! We know KXLY is where we can tune in to see you.

Listing it here is hopefully a silver lining for our Silver winner!

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he Miss Washington USA crown has been passed, and look where it landed: atop the perfectly coiffed, not a hair-out-of-place head of Kenzi Novell! Reigning as Miss Greater Spokane USA 2014, and previously as Miss Spokane 2012, Novell won Washington’s top spot, and is now poised to compete in the Miss USA pageant in 2015. While we are proud of her because she’s a local Spokane girl, we are especially proud because Kenzi was an intern at Bozzi Media and Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living last year. Congratulations Kenzi, you’re graceful, beautiful and smart. We’re so proud of you! spokanecda.com • November • 2014

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[good] • DAA Northwest Auto Body Center’s donation of a completely refurbished 2005 Ford Freestar to Olive Crest, a local non-profit that provides care for children and families affected by domestic violence.

• Spokane being chosen as the second-best riverfront city in the United States! The national contest, was officially called “The USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice contest for Best American Riverfront,” and we came in second to Wilmington, N.C. • Doggyland Daycare’s Facebook page’s twice-daily postings of dog pictures. You can check on your pooch while you are away. If you don’t have a dog, it is still worth a look, just to brighten your day.

LEMONS to Spokane Public Schools for removing the tamest, most innocuous playground attraction of them all, the common swing, from the schools. As fitness advocates lament the decline in outdoor physical activity among children, the schools seem to be doing everything possible to make recess boring. The teetertotter, I understand. Nothing hurts more than getting a sore rump when your friend suddenly jumps off. They’ve already stricken the slide and most of the really fun types of monkey bars. What’s left after they remove swings, just hopscotch? So a few kids pinch their fingers in the chains on the swings, or a few somehow manage to fall off! That’s part of growing up, isn’t it?

LILACS to Northtown for reimagining the north entrance to the mall. From the

sketches I’ve seen, it’s going to give the mall what it lacks, a dramatic entrance, more parking and better use of that dead northside space by the children’s play area. This downtown guy still has a soft place in his heart for malls, so until they get a Cinnabon downtown, and a decent record store, I’ll still pop in every couple weeks.

LEMONS to the Spokane Preservation Advocates (SPA) for attempting to block Larry H. Miller Lexus from tearing down a couple old garages on Third Avenue that the dealership would use to show cars. The buildings have not been deemed historically significant, but the law says that any building torn down needs to be replaced by another building. The spirit behind that idea is a good one, so that gaping holes aren’t left downtown, but a couple old garages on the outskirts of downtown, weighed against possibly losing a major dealership and all the economic benefits? Come on! This is the kind of thing that gives the SPA a bad name. By the time you read this, though, perhaps a solution will have been worked out. Fingers crossed!

LILACS to Pride Prep, the first charter school in Spokane.

What’s

NOT • Eating off a co-worker’s plate without asking.

• The difficulty of finding somewhere on the South Hill for coffee and dessert that is open past 8 p.m. Can you say Spo-Coma?

• Smoking…err, “vaporing” e-cigarettes in public, at restaurants or on airplanes.

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Located in a somewhat industrialized area of East Sprague, near downtown, the new charter school is enrolling students who are looking for a different kind of educational experience, less traditional and more hands on. Charter schools operate outside the public school system, providing an additional choice. They are currently taking applications for sixth and seventh grade, shooting for 120 students in those two grades, and are set to open in fall of 2015.

LEMONS to venues such as the Hitching Post that, in this day and age, still discriminate. Someday our kids will look back in amazement at how, during our lifetimes, there were businesses that refused service to homosexuals. I still bristle at movie scenes depicting blacks not being served. For the record, our Chateau Rive is an all-inclusive wedding venue.

LILACS to Mayor Condon for forgoing his $7,000 scheduled pay increase. Initially

he said that he was bound by the city charter to receive the raise because the mayor has to make more money than anyone else on staff, other than the city administrator. Seeing which way the winds were blowing, he decided it would be politically expedient to be a scofflaw and break the law rather than raising the ire of voters who haven’t elected a mayor to two terms since David Rodgers, who was elected in 1967. He’s also keeping his promise to donate $7,000 to charity, which means, in effect, he’s taking a pay cut.

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Good thing Kai and Tom Morimoto, pictured at the Lamanai Mayan ruins in Belize, in October, brought along a copy of Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living. They can stop for a reading break and to catch their breath.

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Povertyand Employment Edition

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17.1%

Share of Spokane County population living below the federal poverty level in Spokane County in 2013

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17.4%

Share of Spokane County population living below the federal poverty level in Spokane County nearly a decade ago, in 2004

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Free and reduced lunch applications for K-12 students in Spokane County during the 20132014 school year

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illian Conn Art, Antiques, and Design was founded locally in 2004 by a mother and daughter team; artist Dinah Carlson and her daughter, an ASID interior designer, Suzette Nordstrom. “Our business is named after my mother who inspired our love of fine living,” says Dinah. The business is housed in a restored Victorian home, and when they placed the 1903 house on the Historical Register they discovered the original owner, unbeknownst to them, had a daughter named Lillian.

The shop offers an assortment of old and new, American, European and Asian furniture, a unique selection of original oil paintings and bronzes, lighting, mirrors and artifacts. “We believe that everyone should use their treasures, whether it be a silver plate or a magnificent Armoire from the 1860s,” says Lillian Conn store manger Angela Hout.

Lillian Conn is expanding their interior design services, and recently added two more designers to their team, who specialize in timeless design. Some of the new, featured lines include: Lee Joffa, Ralph Lauren, Brunschwig and Fils, Schumacher, Kravet, Duralee and Hickory Chair. The Lillian Conn team makes every effort to research their merchandise and include the provenance, if available.

We would all do well to live by this suggestion for fine living offered by the Lillian Conn team: “Use your treasures every day, light a candle and enjoy life.”

Lillian Conn, 1001 W. Augusta, Spokane, (509) 329-1005, www.lillianconn.com — Stephanie Regalado

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First Look Retail Therapy

59.95 Plymouth Turkey Dinner Plates

With so much time and attention spent preparing the meal, shouldn’t you have an equally impressive way to showcase it on your table? These festive William and Sonoma Thanksgiving plates add an elegant touch to any table. The porcelain dinner plates are bordered with a harvest garland of oak leaves and acorns. At the center is a portrait of a handsome turkey, artfully rendered in rich seasonal hues.

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27.95 3.49 4.49 Personalized Cards of Thanksgiving Nothing warms the heart as much as feeling

appreciated and valued, except perhaps taking the time to make someone else feel that way. A personalized Thanksgiving card will let your loved one know just how thankful you are for them, and they will feel extra special when they see their name on the card. Tis’ the season to spread the love and thanksgiving!

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First Look city trek

Learn.

Few events besides Bloomsday and Hoopfest unite Spokanites with as much fervor and passion as Zags basketball.

But Gonzaga is more than “The Kennel.”

Regularly ranked in the top 10 best universities on the west coast, Gonzaga has been producing well-rounded students since 1887. But the university’s commitment to education is not limited to just its students.

Wander the campus and attend one of the university’s regularly featured guest lectures or the Jundt Art Museum, which consistently features work from diverse and historic artisans.

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he Gonzaga District keeps a slow pace on a busy street.

Bisected by Hamilton Street and anchored

by Gonzaga University, this neighborhood is a perfect place to spend a lazy Saturday.

Load up on pastries at the Donut Parade and walk Gonzaga’s 131-acre campus before finishing your day with a beer at No-Li Brewery or a cocktail at Clover.

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The Pacific Northwest takes its beer very seriously. Very, very seriously.

Ranking number two in the nation for number of breweries (251 according to the Brewer’s Association), Washington is especially proud of its craft brews, and Spokane proudly boasts one of the finest breweries in the state: No-Li Brewery. Tucked along the banks of the Spokane River, No-Li is passionate about the Lilac City. Try both ends of the beer spectrum when you visit the brewery: the Born and Raised IPA and the Wrecking Ball Imperial Stout. The Born and Raised boasts a complex citrus and pine flavor, while the Wrecking Ball melds coffee, chocolate and brown sugar for a smooth and layered drinking experience. If you like Spokane, if you like beer, visit No-Li Brewery – no jokes.

Treat.

Any establishment that promises a promenade of baked goods is worth a visit. Donut Parade has been serving fried and iced delicacies since the 1960s. This iconic establishment offers all the classic donut variations: fritters, cakes, glazed and filled. They also offer options for the more adventurous pastry aficionados – take the “Flatliner” a maple bar topped with bacon and stuffed with sausage that they call a “Coronary Delight.” If you like a touch of humor with your donuts visit Donut Parade – but get there early, they sell out fast!

Eat. When visiting Clover, it can be difficult

to choose: Sit at the bar where you can watch craft cocktails being expertly poured, or sit at a table and soak in the charm and style of this cleverly converted home. Either way you can’t go wrong. Clover is relatively new to the Gonzaga District, but is already on its way to becoming a neighborhood institution, and it’s easy to see why, with a menu so full of delicious options. When you visit, try the stuffed artichoke for your appetizer, a whole roasted artichoke filled with gorgonzola cream that elevates the concept of “finger food.” The gnocchi with pesto, bacon and cherry tomatoes is a similarly elevated interpretation of a classic.

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Vendors: Union Gospel Mission Fletcher’s Hot Sauce Beverly’s Coeur d’alene resort Coeur d’alene resort spa Petit Chat Pastry and More Victor’s Hummus Herbal Essence

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entertainment: Emcees: Marnie Rorholm, Charles Fletcher Singer: Natalya Ferch dj: Tina Bjorkland, SpokaneVoice artist: Heather Martin

swag bags: Tricksters 14th and Grand Dry Fly Chocolate Apothecary Spokane Civic Theatre Little Shop of Rentals Roast House Coffee Northern Quest Resort & casino Dutch Bros.

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what i know

by

Jane McCarthy

Jane mccarthy

News Anchor at KREM2

Feeding family and friends feeds the soul. (Washing dishes does not.) When I was newly married, my husband was a fabulous cook (he still is!) and I was content opening a can of chili. When we entertained, he would whip up an exquisite, multi-course gourmet meal. I, along with our guests, always felt so spoiled. But there was a catch... for me. As should be the rule, whoever does the cooking doesn’t have to do the cleaning. On many a late Saturday-turning-toSunday, I was left with a teetering pile of cold, crusted plates and sauté pans stacked in and around the sink. I soon realized, nobody ever compliments you on your ability to wash dishes (Look! No streaks!). That’s when I decided to make myself at home on the range. Instead of looking at cooking as a chore, it’s something I look forward to; something I get to do. It’s one way I can show my love and appreciation to family and friends. There is just something extraordinary about sharing a meal. (However, I don’t really like the word “meal.” It’s too close to “mealy,” and mealy is never good.)

White foods make me fat (except cauliflower) and they all taste really great. It’s a big, fat fact. My friend Tina, however, can eat all the white in the world and the scale just lazily sits on the same, perfect number. Hmph!

“Perfect” people aren’t as together as they appear.

Doesn’t it seem like they are, though? Turns out they’re barely hanging onto this speeding locomotive just like the rest of us. We all have insecurities. Sometimes I get anxious because I’m not sure I’m making the best next move in this life-sized game of chess. Now I realize, while you certainly have some control, nobody knows exactly where his or her life is headed. That should be comforting. As you look at the person sitting next to you... they don’t know either. That makes me feel better.

The famous quote from the movie Love Story, “Love means never having to say you’re sorry,” is highly inaccurate. You’d better be ready to say you’re sorry, or that love may just stomp out the door and leave you feeling sorry that you never learned to say sorry.

Life is often remembered in big moments, but lived

in the daily details. There are things like graduations, weddings and new jobs that stand out in the skyline of your life, but there are also really good days where nothing significant happens. My husband helped teach me to appreciate more of the things we might think of as mundane. If we’re in the kitchen, he’ll say something like, “Look at this red bell pepper, isn’t it beautiful?” At first I’d mindlessly mutter something like, “Yeah... that’s a great bell pepper...” Now, I get it. It reminds me to snap out of a trance and think, “Yes, that is gorgeous! Look at that color!” Whether it’s bell peppers, the woman at the grocery store who always greets you with a warm smile or the sun setting over our snow-covered mountains, there’s a lot of great stuff out there. Don’t forget to notice.

There are far fewer female superheroes than male superheroes, which doesn’t make sense. I mean, how many superhero-like women do you know in your own life? My mom raised four destructive boys and one awkward daughter while working full time and insisting the whole brood sit down together for dinner (let the pinching, kicking under the table and name-calling commence!). Herding cats or leaping tall buildings in a single-bound would have been easier.

If you die with a few good friends, you die wealthy. This is something a good friend of mine often hears from her father. I love it. I’m stealing it as my own. Friends are people who don’t have to love you. They love you because you add something great to their life. Having those good friends is a form of wealth. Don’t get me wrong, I’d like the cash-typewealth, too, but we can’t have everything.

Nice matters. There are a lot of things you can’t control. One thing I can always control – no matter what craziness happens – is whether or not I’m good to other people; not just the people I might need something from later. My life might not always go as planned or as I’d hoped, but if I can look back on my life and know I’ve been good to family, friends and the customer service guy at Comcast, then I can go in peace.

That’s what I know. I’m still working on everything else.

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Justin Pimsanguanis a community organizer who is working to eliminate poverty in his neighborhood of Hillyard.

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by Paul K. Haeder photos by Makenna Haeder

Poor, Struggling and at-the-Edge Citizens are in a Suburb Near You Starting at Square One “The ‘discovery’ of poverty at the beginning of the 1960s was something like the ‘discovery’ of America almost five hundred years earlier,” says Barbara Ehrenreich, author of Nickel and Dimed.

“In the case of each of these exotic terrains, plenty of people were on the site before the discoverers ever arrived.”

Poverty now is the new normal for a hundred million Americans who are considered the working poor and the shrinking middle class. Abject poverty in the realm of the homeless is not the only type of poverty with which Spokane and Eastern Washington has to deal.

According to the 2014 Job Gap Economic Prosperity project titled Families Out of Balance, “The stories of working people and those looking for work….illustrate the struggle they face to pay off their debts and the difficult tradeoffs they must make when full-time work does not pay a living wage. Many are forced to make impossible choices — between paying for prescriptions, balanced nutrition and monthly bills, while somehow making debt payments on time.”

The Rich Get Richer Educations, the Poor Get Shafted We can call it many things – institutional poverty, debt slavery, inter-generational poverty, the working poor, people and families falling at or below some national or state poverty line. For many activists for as long as half a century, the concept of a living wage – one that is fair and that allows for single people and married ones with a family to make ends meet but not necessarily live high off the consumer hog – is the root of solving

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many of America’s problems. Falling real wages and skyrocketing medical care are two culprits in the stagnation and underachieving in the U.S. Poverty eats at a family’s time, children’s ability to experience the cultural things communities have, and takes spiritual and physical tolls on working parents who sometimes have multiple jobs between them. The fallout is tremendous on our society, plaguing us with a wage gap between the 20 percent who control 92 percent of wealth and the 80 percent who own a whopping 8 percent of the collective pot.

“Poverty clearly affects children’s readiness to learn and their success on standardized tests, says Diane Ravitch, author of the book, The Death and Life of the Great American School System, and architect of “No Child Left Behind,” which Ravitch has recanted in this book and in her own life. “We know this because the achievement gap exists before children enter school. Some children have consistent access to good nutrition, good medical care, educated parents, safe and healthy neighborhoods — and some don’t. All of this affects children’s readiness to learn.

We know that economic conditions affect test scores because every testing program shows differential success in relation to family income: Children from affluent families have the highest scores, and children whose families have the least income have the lowest scores. This reflects

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different experiences and different access to opportunity.”

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs – Food, Shelter, Respect We can look at poverty from the view of the typical hungry belly. In Spokane, more than a third of all PK-12 students fall below the family income line that separates “poverty” from “struggling,” allowing for federally supported hot breakfasts and lunches in public schools.

This is happening in a country that wastes up to 50 percent of all food. For Spokane’s Second Harvest, which brings community resources together to feed people in need through empowerment, education and partnerships, that face of hunger is an area of 33,000 square miles and equates into two million pounds of food a year distributed to 21 counties east of the Cascades. That’s 55,000 meals a week. Melissa Cloninger, director of Donor Relations at Second Harvest, has been doing this work for seven years. Tellingly, in the past five years, the amount of food Second Harvest delivers and gives away has increased by 80 percent.

“Yes, I go to bed worrying about this generation and the next,” says Cloninger.

“We are seeing more educated, older and what you might call middle class people coming to Second Harvest for food assistance. I worry about my daughter and her generation and their ability to make it in this country under the current economic

system.”

We talked about my own brethren – parttime or non-tenure track faculty at SFCC, Whitworth, Gonzaga, Green River, Clark and all those1.2 million adjunct faculties on several thousand campuses across the U.S. We are precarious workers, and many faculty are on food stamps, with their master’s and doctorates. Even the New York Times and CNN are producing stories on the wage gap, student loan debt and the working poor toiling at minimum wage jobs – sometimes three jobs per person – and not making ends meet.

“I’ve not seen any big reductions in the need to feed people in Eastern Washington after ‘the recovery’,” says Cloninger. “We have seen the demographics change over the past five, seven years. These are better educated as a whole than in the past, and some with college degrees – older – the type of people who were never standing in line for food a decade ago.” Some of the current recipients of food boxes were just a few years ago donors to Second Harvest.

Talking about poverty is tough in a country that thinks we’re the land of endless opportunity and at the same time perpetuates mythologies that say being poor means not trying hard enough or not having the gumption and IQ to succeed.

Poll after poll incidentally bare the mistruth that most Americans say they are middle class and think they are above poverty when in fact they are not. Perception is reality.

I Think, Therefore I Am . . . We are the 99 Percent Thinking and then saying to oneself “I am poor” seems like throwing in the towel or disengaging in the ultimate consumer culture where children as young as a year old are trained to want more and demand shopping as ultimate pastime and entertainment.

As we get deeper under the layers of collective unconsciousness about just how bad the economy is for both folks over 40 and those youth just getting out of high school, or worse yet out of college, the stories in national magazines and on the TV news have real life consequences to marriages, families, children and

communities.

“There are plenty of lawyers and doctors just out of school with loads of debt who are not making it, right here in Spokane,” says Catholic Charities executive director Rob McCann, who has worked in Africa, Central America and other places as part of his Catholic Charities tenure.

McCann’s work serves 77,000 people in Region One, “and that’s only Eastern Washington. There are two million more we could be helping that we never touch,” he says.

Catholic Charities rolls out shelter and meals and other assistance. His agency provides everything from pregnancy assistance, energy safety nets, to child birth and parenting classes and rent and mortgage assistance, through 12 programs and 38 sites at $17 million a year to maintain.

McCann knows the state is grotesquely underfunding housing, childcare and mental health services. The agencies that call themselves childcare providers, he says, do not want the state-sponsored lowincome kids because they only get 27 cents per dollar expected.

“It’s tougher being poor and a senior today than in the past,” he says. “The world moves a lot faster, and the poor can’t keep up with the technology.” Add to that basic necessities like internet bills, electric bills, car insurance, gasoline, tires, food prices rising and rising, all the fees and fines and penalties, and a regressive tax system, and this all conspires to turn “the 99 Percent” into a Third World populace, right here at home.

Mean Streets and Dog Town Justin Pimsanguan is pretty clear on how exotic many of the people and lifestyles featured in this magazine are to a working class organizer who grew up in a dirty basement, with no egress out to the world, and loud drug and alcohol abusing folk living upstairs. That was his family, in what is lovingly called “Dog Town,” one of the poorest zip codes in Eastern Washington – Hillyard.

When I told Pimsanguan I was writing a piece, he went to the magaine website and

remarked,” Wow, where are these people?

I’ve never seen them in all my years in Spokane.” He was referring to the photos of well-to-do folks and big homes on the pages of the magazine.

The face of poverty is everywhere in Spokane, not just in Hillyard and East Central where Pimsanguan grew up. From heavy drug use, gang affiliation and a dark road ahead of him, to community organizer and citizen activist, Pimsanguan’s on a mission to make real change for the poor through a living wage campaign, health care transparency, and fighting the pitfalls of debt, including student debt which is the proverbial $1.3 trillion elephant in our collective living room.

He’s in good company since across Washington, advocates for a higher minimum wage, criminal justice reformers and health care activists are working for change on the west and east sides of the state.

“In Spokane we have a population – one sixth – living in extreme poverty,” says Pimsanguan. “We have a significant number of people with LFOs (legal financial obligations) who can’t bond out for $500 so we end up jailing them for $120 and $140 a day. This is the wrong way to deal with poverty, and it keeps poor people down, from generation to generation.”

This is the ugly story behind capitalism many activists echo – the poor end up paying so much more in their lives to function and stay alive: exorbitant rents, check cashing services, LFOs that include fines, fees and restitution; long distances to travel for their work in older cars, and through their own debilitated physical and mental health since

most do not seek medical treatment until things are really bad.

Pimsanguan’s group, Washington CAN, is working on reform – stopping balloon payments for outstanding hospital bills and developing a culture within a gargantuan health care system to breed equal access for poor people. “There is a big correlation between health care and criminal justice,” he says. “Look, if we just had this case manager system where, for example, an 80 year old with heart and seizure problems gets a visit once a week and a few calls a week from a case manager, we could prevent serious illness. Making sure he takes his medicine and he goes to checkups. The same thing works for those coming out of jail – a case manager would prevent recidivism and save our community millions of dollars in this jailing system.”

McCann calls these the “top thirty hotspots” – unimaginable drains on our tax dollars. Imagine our city with chronically homeless, addicted and poor who end up as repetitive users of all social welfare, criminal justice and health care providers. These hotpots in Spokane, thirty

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individuals, McCann stresses, cost us, the taxpayers, millions of dollars in jailing, hospitalizations, ER visits, court costs and social services. In fact, several individuals in Spokane are close to costing us a million a year each as a burden on the taxpayers.

Working Poor – Clean Our Rooms, Pick Our Apples, Take Care of Our Loved Ones Again, that face of poverty is the woman taking care of our loved one with dementia or developmental disabilities. The person picking our lettuce and apples. The person serving us those fries and burgers.

Those people pounding nails on a new roof and carrying our bags at the airport.

The working poor number in the tens of millions in the U.S., and for those making money to support a big house, vacations, college for the children, and luxury items and disposable incomes, their own lives are products of classes of people who do the heavy lifting, some might say are “doing dirty work of the free market.”

The pages of this magazine do not always allow for the hard knock lives of our fellow citizens to gain voice, but, think hard and the reader will have real life examples of close family members or friends or co-workers living in poverty.

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Community Organizer for Tenants Union of Washington, well knows. “Because housing consists of the majority of the budget for most low income folks, having an unbalance of power with the landlord creates a ripple effect that becomes the elephant in the home for most people living on low income in Spokane,” he says.

The adage, “it costs a lot to be poor” plays out every day in this community, as Anderson explains. “The state LandlordTenant Act allows a landlord to evict a tenant for no reason whatsoever by serving the tenant with a 20 day written notice to vacate the premises,” he says. “If the tenant does not have the finances or the ability to move within those 20 days, the landlord then can begin legal eviction proceedings by filing a motion in court. The cost of finding a new home, paying required application and credit check fees, the move itself, paying deposit as well as first and last month rent for a new home can run into the thousands of dollars which the tenant is expected to come up within 20 days. Many cannot afford this cost and will either rely on scarce non-profit funds for assistance or become homeless.”

Think of how many movers and shakers and politicians have some connection to being landlords who can evict people for no reason. Anderson sees the fear of not being able to pay rent, eat and stay warm all the time, and it is morally devastating

to the working poor. That in turn gets the landlord even farther off the spot for anything, as asking for repairs and decent living quarters puts renters in the position of being evicted for complaining, he said.

The irony is agencies like Catholic Charities, the Tenants Union and Second Harvest depend on money from large and small businesses and individuals.

The clock moves its hands back each year for McCann. “That’s $17 million we need to raise each year,” he says. For Second Harvest’s Cloninger, giving has gone down, and she rubs elbows with millionaire CEOs all the time asking for philanthropic giving.

She points out the irony in CEOs making a cool two or four million a year saying they are going to reduce or stop giving: “As the wife of our director perfectly points out to them, ‘Are you proud to be living in a Third World country?’” You know, a banana republic where a few control almost all the wealth while the majority struggle to keep warm and feed themselves.

Paul K. Haeder is a freelance writer who worked in Spokane as a community college instructor and journalist for over 11 years.

The positions taken in Metro Talk columns do not necessarily reflect the views of Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living magazine’s publisher or staff.

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Hungry Feeding Spokane’s Hungry During Thanksgiving and Beyond

by Julie Humphreys

or I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, for I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in.” This Bible verse, Matthew 25:35, is often cited as the call behind many community, church and volunteer programs providing meals for those in need.

And feeding the hungry is never more prolific than at Thanksgiving.

Look at the list of places in Spokane offering free Thanksgiving meals and it’s tempting to say there’s no shortage of places to go. The fact is, there is a shortage, only because there is truly no shortage of people who need a good meal on any given Thursday in our area, let alone on Thanksgiving.

Fortunately there are many organizations and churches with people who have heart, soul and servanthood, offering free, hot, nutritious Thanksgiving meals. Here’s

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a look at some and what they are doing for, as Matthew 25:40 says, “the least of these.”

Weekly Dinners Mark Lane has been volunteering at the Thanksgiving dinner at his church, All Saints Lutheran, from the start. The church’s holiday dinner is an extension of its ambitious weekly Tuesday night dinners for the homeless and low income. Eight years ago, the congregation decided it should feed the homeless people who frequent the area in Browne’s Addition. Lane recalls, “The first Tuesday night fifteen people came, the next week thirty, and by the fourth week we had one hundred!” Today, most weeks there are between eighty and 150 people, depending on the time of the month. “It used to be we would see mostly guys with long beards who had been drinking all day. Now, we see more young people and families,” says Lane.

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“People get their government checks at the beginning of the month so we see fewer people, but towards the end of the month we most often are well over 100.” It doesn’t really matter how many there are, for Lane it’s about touching one person at a time. “It helps them for a day,” he says. “They don’t go to bed hungry that night.

We don’t change their lives, but we change one day for them. That’s good.”

Members of All Saints Lutheran church put on the dinners, cooking, serving and cleaning up. But it’s a big undertaking to hold a dinner every Tuesday of the year so All Saints counts on other area Lutheran churches to help. Members of St. Mark’s, St. Luke, Salem, Central, Emanuel (Cheney), St. John (Medical Lake), Messiah, and Christ Lutheran take turns volunteering.

This year, All Saints Lutheran will offer a traditional Thanksgiving meal on the Tuesday before the holiday, from 5-6 p.m. Lane says the church expects even more people based on past Thanksgiving dinners and because, “it’s a good, high protein meal and something different from the chicken and rice, or the spaghetti meals they may get on other Tuesdays.”

For Lane, Thanksgiving or not, he helps organize the dinners and serves because he considers it a calling and a privilege. “I have been blessed in my life,” he says. “I have people who love me. I have a good job. I try to do what Jesus tells us to do. If you can make a little difference in someone’s life, you get it back.”

When people come in for dinner, Lane knows they may be a little tentative, and are dealing with many issues. “I start by offering them water because often they don’t even have that and they’re dehydrated. Then you give them some juice and they get a little blood sugar going and that gets them talking. We talk to them.

We are giving them the things they simply don’t get on the street.”

White Tablecloths The largest sit-down Thanksgiving meal served in our community is put on by the Union Gospel Mission (UGM). Imagine 1,100 of your closest friends seated for a fancy, white tablecloth dinner, and that’s what you’ve got. This Thanksgiving dinner used to be held at the mission but according to UGM Executive Director Phil Altmeyer, “The facility could no longer handle the numbers and we recognized there are a lot of hurting people in the community who might want to bring their families for a nice dinner and the stigma of going to the mission for a meal didn’t work.”

So the dinner, which has been served every Thanksgiving for more than 30 years, moved to the Spokane Convention Center.

It’s a massive community undertaking involving 150 volunteers just to serve the meals. That’s on top of planning, set-up and

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securing food and monetary donations.

This is the first year UGM has reached out for a sponsor to underwrite the substantial cost of dinner for a thousand plus people. Auto dealer Larry H. Miller stepped up to help out. “They have a heart for the poor in our community,” says Altmeyer. “Their business is downtown where many of our poor and homeless live.”

Other partners include Longhorn Barbecue, which cooks hundreds of turkeys, Centerplate, Spokane Public Utilities District, and Staff Pro. You, the one reading this and holding the magazine in your hand, you can be a partner, too. UGM still needs businesses, churches, families and individuals to sponsor the tables. You will be part of something very special.

“Our target audience is poor and needy families in our community,” says Altmeyer. “For many of them, this is the nicest meal they get all year. It’s first class. It’s a dinner that you would pay $35 to $40 for. We are trying to serve a need and create an environment to meet what people want to do. And they want to be with their families for a Thanksgiving meal. The biggest change I’ve seen from when I first came to the mission (28 years ago) is it’s no longer only about men. We built a brand new men’s shelter in 1990.

I would have never guessed that today we would have four facilities and three of them are for women and children.”

The annual Thanksgiving dinner is served the day before Thanksgiving, on Wednesday, November 26, at the Spokane Convention Center downtown at 334 West Spokane Falls Blvd from 4-6 p.m. UGM still needs table sponsors, volunteers to set up the day before, to work the event and to tear down and clean up after the event. You can also help by making placemats. Contact the Union Gospel Mission for details.

Senior Hunger Not everyone can get out to a Thanksgiving dinner. That’s where Meals on Wheels of Spokane comes in. Our city’s elderly and disabled homebound people get a hot plate of turkey and all the fixings delivered by volunteers who work the holiday to give regular volunteers a day off.

Mollie Dalpae is the Executive Director of Meals on Wheels of Spokane. “On Thanksgiving volunteers have shorter routes so they can spend a little extra time with the seniors,” she says. “They often bring their children, and our seniors love talking to the young ones!” Volunteers will serve upwards of 350 people in their homes on Thanksgiving Day. Mid City Concerns is the non-profit that runs both Meals on Wheels of Spokane and Mid City Senior Center. The Center, located at 1222 W. 2nd Avenue in downtown Spokane, serves hot meals to seniors five

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days a week. But Thanksgiving is special even at organizations that serve meals regularly. It can be a challenge to provide nutritious, high protein meals on a regular basis. At Thanksgiving, seniors at Mid City will be treated to both turkey and ham thanks to donations from individuals and churches. Southside Christian Church heads up the Thanksgiving dinner at Mid City along with Gonzaga University.

The need is great. Meals on Wheels of Spokane saw an astounding 75 percent growth this year and the Senior Center experienced a nine percent increase. “We see more individuals who are disconnected from their families today,” says Dalpae.

“They love feeling like they belong somewhere. It reminds them of a better time in their lives. They linger awhile at the Center and play pool or visit.”

The free Thanksgiving meal at Mid City Senior Center is on Thanksgiving Day, for seniors only. Then the doors open to everyone from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. There will also be clothing and hygiene products for people attending the holiday dinner… just one more thing for which to be thankful.

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Tom’s Turkey Drive If you really want to talk about feeding the masses, you need to talk about Tom’s Turkey Drive put on by Second Harvest. The event provides 11,000 Thanksgiving meals for families in need in Spokane and the surrounding communities. You’ve no doubt seen the signs and the trucks outside of Rosauers supermarkets. In the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving we are asked to purchase a grocery bag filled with the traditional holiday canned vegetables, yams, gravy and cranberry sauce, plus a turkey. For $20 you provide a meal for a family that may not look that different from yours.

“Typically we are serving folks who have been in emergency situations, and seniors make up over eleven percent of the population,” says Rod Wieber, Chief Resource Officer at Second Harvest. But since the downturn in the economy, when people lost their jobs, we are seeing a different population. They are people who are underemployed or who who are working two part-time jobs just to make ends meet. We are hearing of more young families that have moved back in with mom and dad, who are trying to get back on their feet.” Each month 16,000 people in our community turn to one of our neighborhood food banks for food. Some are homeless. The recent “Point-in-Time” annual count of homelessness in Spokane shows a 12 percent jump from the previous year to 1,149 people. All of these people experience hunger on a regular basis.

In this 15th year of Tom’s Turkey Drive some new community partners are stepping forth. For the first time the turkey dinners will include milk. Darigold is donating over 11,000 half gallons of milk.

It’s part of the goal of providing not only free food, but also nutrient rich, fresh food.

“We don’t just want to feed people, we want to nourish them,” says Wieber. “It used to be people would get a box of mashed

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potatoes. Now, they get fresh potatoes and information on how to cook their turkey.” Local potato growers provide more than 60,000 pounds of potatoes which volunteers pack into five-pound bags. Franz Bakery donates fresh dinner rolls and packages of crouton stuffing. Other area businesses donate money during the turkey drive “which is critical because hunger doesn’t go away after Thanksgiving,” Wieber points out. “We need to continue funding food for the hungry in January and February when people aren’t caught up in the holiday giving mode.”

You don’t have to qualify to get a free Thanksgiving meal through the turkey drive; rather, it’s a declaration of need. This year the meals will again be distributed at the Spokane Arena on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. That’s November 25, from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m.

Hundreds of volunteers and community groups have long been at work prior to that day, all to be part of a huge effort to make a big difference in the lives of their neighbors.

Julie Humphreys is a freelance writer and hosts Better Health Now, on KJRB 790 AM.

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loom where you are planted. For those of us in the great Northwest, where we find ourselves planted this time of year is often behind a shovel or a snowblower, trying to remove the build up of snow on our sidewalks, driveways and walkways.

Sure, it is easy to curse the white stuff, grumbling under your breath as you dig out your car after the snowplows go by, or shovel a path from the back deck out into the yard for your dog, but inconvenience aside, snow and winter are really beautiful. This is an incredible time of year, with so much to do. From once a year sights, theatrical delights, and skiing under the lights, there’s so much going on in this area during the winter. So pull on those snow boots, put on your scarf and hat, and get out there and enjoy this winter!

ACTIVITIES

Eagle Viewing Days While many birds – the flying kind, as well as the twolegged snowbirds in RVs – head south to warmer weather during the winter months, there are a few birds that actually seek out the snowy treetops for their winter holiday. Our National Bird, the bald eagle, does just that, making its way on a wing and a prayer to the trees near the shores of Lake Coeur d’Alene. Three years ago, during the week of December 29, 2011, 273 individual eagles were counted!

According to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), from mid-November to early January, during their annual migration southward, the eagles arrive in North Idaho. The BLM provides programs of lake cruises and land viewing at Wolf Lodge Bay, Lake Coeur d’Alene.

The most popular viewing spot is near Wolf Lodge Bay, seven miles southeast of Coeur d’Alene, with three prime viewing areas: Higgins Point on the north-central shore, Mineral Ridge boat ramp on the southeast shore, and the Mineral Ridge trailhead on the mid-east shore of Beauty Bay, which flows into Wolf Lodge Bay from the south.

Ice Skating Those of you not interested in risking life and limb, skating on questionably frozen ponds and lakes, can rejoice in the frozen and sure-to-not-crack-so-you-fall-through ice of the Ice Palace. Due to the warm October weather, the opening was pushed back, but the Ice Palace will reign as royally awesome throughout this winter, despite the slow start.

For those interested in knowing what it takes to turn Spokane’s Riverfront Park from a playground of rides into the Ice Palace, Riverfront Park’s Assistant Manager, Debby Dodson, recently described the process on the park’s website:

Six-plus consecutive days of cooler weather and at least average fall temperatures are needed for installation and to sustain the rink.

The installation process involves layers of white base coat, laying hockey and curling lines, and four-plus nights of laying thin coats of water during cold temperatures. The compressor system with the glycol pipes freezes the concrete and takes some of the heat out of the water so it can freeze.

The outside temperature must be cold enough, because all of the work is ineffective at warm temperatures. There is also an evaporation effect, so water laid at night evaporates during warm days and the rink would not be sustainable.

The Ice Palace offers skate rentals, birthday parties, skate and curling lessons, curling leagues, drop in hockey for ages 16 and up, Therapeutic Recreation lessons, broomball and ice rentals. It is the perfect spot for college or church groups, holiday parties, family reunions and just an overall great time.

For information, visit www.spokaneriverfrontpark.com.

THE THEATRE

On winter evenings, when the sun and the temperature go down, then it is time for the curtain to go up! Forget the worries of the world, step inside and get swept away into another place, another time and another world, with some of the local theatrical offerings: A Christmas Carol: The Musical This Charles Dickens classic is filled with holiday merriment for all ages. After coming face to face with the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, will Ebenezer Scrooge awake with a new outlook on life and give up his

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One highlight to watch for is local actress, Noelle Fries. Fresh off of her role as Bielke in Civic’s fall production of Fiddler on the Roof, the 8-year-old actress will take on the role of Tiny Tim in A Christmas Carol.

It’s sure to be the perfect show to get you in a holiday mood this year! (November 21 through December 20, 2014.) For more information, visit www.spokanecivictheatre. com, or call (509) 325-2507 All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914 In 1914, at the Western front, out of the violence comes a silence, then a song.

A German soldier steps into No Man’s Land singing Stille Nacht. Thus begins an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music and peace. A remarkable true experience, told in the words and songs of the men who lived it. Lake City Playhouse is thrilled to be one of a select group of theatres granted permission to perform this moving story on its 100th year anniversary. (November 21 through December 21, 2014) For more information, visit www.lakecityplayhouse.org, or call (208) 667-1323

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Christmas Tree Elegance (CTE) Deck the halls! Actually, they will already be decked for you, and all you have to do is come look and enjoy. Christmas Tree Elegance is a raffle of 18 themed customdecorated trees with prizes that include gift certificates, items and cash. Each prize package includes the decorated tree and its gifts and is valued at approximately $5,000.

Raffle tickets are $1 each. Twelve trees are available for viewing at the Davenport Hotel, from December 2-14, daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and another six at River Park Square from December 2-14, daily from 10 a.m. to mall closing. Other activities during Christmas Tree Elegance include a Christmas Tree Elegance Luncheon/ Fashion Show and a Holiday Tea and Fashion Show, both taking place in the Grand Pennington Ballroom. Proceeds from Christmas Tree Elegance benefit the Spokane Symphony Associates, a non-profit organization dedicated to financial and volunteer support of the Spokane Symphony Orchestra. (www.

spokanesymphonyassociates.org) Holiday Light Show and “Journey to the North Pole” Holiday Lights Cruise Over a million lights. A priceless memory.

A family tradition. From Thanksgiving to New Year’s, bring the family to see The Coeur d’Alene Resort Holiday Light Show, a wonderland of over 1.5 million lights and the largest on-the-water holiday light display in America. Their signature “Journey to the North Pole” Lake Cruise visits Santa’s twinkling North Pole Toy Workshop where one of the world’s tallest Christmas trees awaits, towering and twinkling in the evening sky. Brightly lit cruise boats depart every evening to view the magic of the holiday lights. Take a festive boat ride across the sparkling waters of Lake Coeur d’Alene. View more than a million holiday lights and visit a live Santa Claus at his waterfront toy workshop, where he magically speaks to each child by name.

Boarding for this 40-minute cruise is at the Boardwalk Marina, 15 minutes prior to the cruise departure time. November 28, 2014 – January 4, 2015. Departure Times: 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. Visit www. cdaresort.com for ticket prices.

Festive Feasting: Holiday Lights Dinner Cruise It’s not just the kids visiting Santa that get to have all the fun on the cruises. Each Wednesday evening from December 3rd - 17th is an opportunity to partake in an evening dinner cruise while enjoying the world famous Holiday Lights displays on Lake Coeur d’Alene. The dinner features carved roast turkey, smoked ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing, romaine salad, broccolired grape salad, butternut squash and chef ’s choice dessert. Lake Cruise departs at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.cdaresort.com for ticket prices

SKIING

Spokane is perfectly located in the heart of ski country. With ski resorts aplenty, some within an hour and a half drive, and even more accessible within a half day’s drive, there is no shortage of mountaintops from which to descend.

Last winter, Schweitzer Mountain (www.schweitzer.com) tested a new program and it was so popular, they are bringing

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Schweitzer is also in the spirit for the holidays. Santa will be skiing around Schweitzer before he begins his travels around the world. On Tuesday, December 23rd and Wednesday, December 24th you can catch Santa on the slopes with Mrs. Claus. He’ll be cruising around several beginner and intermediate runs, so be on the lookout! He’ll have candy to pass out to all the good girls and boys. On the 24th you can join in on Santa’s Balloon Parade and tell him your last minute wishes in the Selkirk Lodge.

Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park (www.mtspokane.com) is the perfect place to go for night skiing after a day of work. Night skiing begins at 3:30 p.m. and runs until 9:30 p.m. That’s a total of six hours of skiing and riding under the lights! What’s even better than that is the fact that you can slide for six hours, under the lights, for just $24. Enjoy the Foggy Bottom Lounge and New Addition at night. The full-service cafeteria is open late, as well as adult beverage service in the Lounge. Live bands play on most Saturday nights. If you haven’t experienced night skiing yet, you must do so. It’s a one-of-akind skiing experience. Grab your friends and get on up for night skiing at Mt. Spokane.

Located within Mt. Spokane State Park, Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park is also one of the easiest-accessed ski resorts in the area. There is more than just downhill skiing on this mountain, Mt. Spokane offers Nordic/cross-country and downhill skiing, as well as tubing and a terrain park.

Twenty-five kilometers of beautifully groomed Nordic ski trails are available for cross-country skiing, while there are 45 designated downhill runs, 1,425 acres of skiable terrain, and 16 night skiing runs.

The “bunny hill” is one of the best on which to learn to ski. Mt. Spokane is open for night skiing every Wednesday through Saturday night, from December 19th through March 14th, excluding Christmas

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Day and New Year’s Day. 49° North Mountain Resort (www. ski49n.com) is a bit longer of a drive, located 42 miles north of town in Chewelah, but, as they say, 49° is “blessed with wide open groomed runs, moguls, desert dried powder, and hundreds of acres of legendary tree skiing.” It’s not just the runs that are great - so are their people! Look for their Mountain Hosts, skiing in blue jackets and with “big smiles,” to help you navigate the mountain, answer questions I Remember Christmas and to point you toward the correct trail.

This year brings with it a new high performance rental fleet. At 49° the new line will feature a big mountain ski with a more traditional shape. These skis are cambered with early rise tip/tail to handle any snow condition. The food situation is looking good, too! Head Chef Frank Marmo joined 49° last year and completely re-vamped the food and beverage operation to rave reviews. He is looking to further expand the menu and service again this year.

Another Idaho hot spot for skiing is Silver Mountain Resort (www. silvermt.com), which is a mere 75 miles from Spokane, and 35 miles from Coeur d’Alene. Located in the Idaho panhandle, it’s just a quarter mile from I-90, with no curvy, white-knuckle roads to deal with.

Silver Mountain Resort is easily one of the most accessible skiing vacation resorts you will ever visit. Silver Mountain Resort is home to the world’s longest gondola and has two mountains, 73 trails, 1,600 acres of terrain, 2,200 vertical and more than 300 inches of snow annually.

In 1936, the Idaho Ski Club was born. A few ardent ski pioneers built a rope tow powered by the engine from an abandoned car they found on the old Yellowstone Highway, which is now I-90. They used a highway maintenance shed on Lookout Pass as a warming hut., and the rest is history. It’s all about the snow at Lookout Pass Ski and Recreation Area (www. skilookout.com). Other ski areas say they have great powder skiing, but Lookout has scientific proof. Forest Service and NOAA records confirm that Lookout Pass is blessed with light, dry powder earlier and more often than any region in the state—an average of 400 inches a season!

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that great snow is protected from wind and weather. Lookout has never closed due to inclement weather!

Cross-Country Skiing

For those who prefer their skiing to be a gentle glide, rather than a terrifying zoom downhill, cross country skiing is the perfect choice. Be warned though – it is a workout!

You still get the outdoor beauty of a winter wonderland and an incredible workout, but with a quieter, more relaxed environment.

Many local golf courses set down groomed tracks, creating a beautiful ski loops in town. Spokane Parks & Recreation (www. spokaneparks.org) has a variety of interesting cross-country ski outings planned for this winter. Join the fun! For those who like to blaze their own trail, it isn’t uncommon to see people cross country skiing through the snowy streets of their neighborhood!

Sledding and Tubing

Less expensive, less skill required and less equipment needed. Such are the benefits of sledding and tubing versus skiing. The descents may not be as steep, but for kids who have grown up in the Northwest, and any adults who are in touch with their inner kid, sledding and tubing are the way to go. Manito Park seems to be the go-to sledding location in Spokane, and we know why. With plenty of hills, and a Norman Rockwell setting, this is one of our favorite spots to hit in the winter. Many ski resorts offer tubing areas within the resorts, so the non-skiers and the skiers-alike in your family can join in the fun on the same mountain.

There is the temptation to be like a bear and hibernate all winter - you know, stay indoors, curl up by the fire in fleece pants and oversized sweatshirsts, eat comfort food and never set foot outside. If you do that though, you are missing out on some of the most beautiful scenery and enjoyable activities available in our beautiful community. As a four-season region, we have the chance to embrace all four of those seasons, and to squeeze every last drop of fun out of them. So put down the mug of hot chocolate, put on some warm clothes and step outside. This is going to be a fun winter.

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sing nature’s bounty to decorate is one of the simplest and least expensive ways to decorate your home for the fall.

Select several gourds from your local grocery store or farmer’s market. Be sure to include a variety of sizes and colors to showcase the texture and colors of the season.

Clustering them to the side of the front door, on porch steps or on your table as a centerpiece, provides a sophisticated and elegant holiday decoration. The best part is you can purchase new ones each year, eliminating the need to store your decorations.

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im Chamberlain doesn’t beat around the bush. If he were writing this story about the spacious lakefront Coeur d’Alene home he shares with his wife, Barbara, it would be quite short. In fact, he says, a single sentence would cover it: “This is no ordinary house—this is a great house.”

A large commercial retailer and developer based out of Phoenix (he and Barbara live in Idaho about five months of the year), Jim knows what he likes and is a quick decision maker who doesn’t hesitate to share his opinions, either when being interviewed or

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when designing a house like this one. When they purchased this property in 2011, he and Barbara were looking for a home in the Northwest, something that would be accessible to Jim’s ranch in Washington (a longtime rancher, Jim also has ranch in Arizona), which he flies to in an amphibious plane. Barbara’s priority was that the property be on the waterfront. “I wanted property with a beach—no hill,” she says. For Jim, there was one key item. “I wanted southern exposure. That was a deal breaker,” he says.

They purchased the property on a little bay on Lake Coeur

Outdoor seating areas are ample at the Chamberlain’s home, and they use each space for a specific purpose.

The custom glass railing ensures full views of the lake are available.

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d’Alene that fit the bill, but the home itself was less than stellar. There were tiny windows and an awkward layout, it was white, and frankly, it neglected to capitalize on the best thing about the property. “It didn’t take advantage of the views,” Barbara says.

Inspired by the clubhouse at Black Rock, the Chamberlains inquired about its designer and architect and were pointed to Eric Hedlund of Eric Hedlund Design.

They hired Hedlund to take on this project—though at first they weren’t sure quite how big of a project it would be.

Initially, the Chamberlains thought the changes would be relatively few, focusing on maximizing the outdoor space. “I wanted to spend as much time as I could outside,” Jim says.

“In the beginning, I wanted a bigger deck,” he says of the original plans for the renovation. “And then I locoed. And you can quote me on that.”

The minimal changes shifted into a major reconstruction that involved tearing down much of the original home. “We tore down 95 percent of it, except for some retaining walls,” says Hedlund.

“It was kind of an evolution,” Jim says of the change in plans. But once the plans were made, they stuck to them, building an incredible house in a perhaps even more incredible time frame.

“We started drawings in August and they were in by July 1st,” says Hedlund. “It was pretty aggressive.”

The remarkable 10-month turnaround resulted in a gorgeous home that takes full advantage of the lake views, with huge windows and sliding doors in addition to just over 2,600 square feet of decking.

The materials used blend in with and complement the surrounding landscape,

An impressive use of wood beams draws the eye upward toward the chandelier that hangs at the entryway and makes an impressive entrance to the home.

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with lots of timber and rock, rather than the previous incarnation’s stark white. The timber frame house has soaring, Mortise and Tenon peaked ceilings, meaning they are bolted together with no nails. “To me, it’s the cat’s meow,” Jim says of the roof design. The many other noteworthy choices include the large, custom-made chandeliers that were created locally, the stone (from Telluride), which makes up some of the home’s walls and surrounds its fireplaces; and all of the timber, which was sourced from Montana. Barbara selected all of the granite, much of it in the green hues she loves; a soft green that reads as a neutral is used as the paint color on most of the walls.

The wood flooring is resawn Douglas fir, a flooring choice Jim had seen and loved at the Black Rock clubhouse.

From the spacious driveway that leads down to the home, an entry bridge leads to the tall, contemporary front door that’s accented with beautiful windows and a sleek handleset. There’s a bit of an eclectic but intentional feel, with a blend of nautical details befitting a beach property (round porthole windows in the dormers; rope railing along the bridge) paired with the contemporary lines of the wood and glass front door, all balanced against natural, woodsy vibe that comes from the stone and timber.

The entry opens onto a great room.

At one end is a living area with a massive fireplace and a gorgeous stone surround that extends over much of the wall and all the way up to the ceiling. The gas fireplace makes this a cozy space to gather; there are twin soft green sofas with studded accents that face each other across a patterned area rug that pulls in a bit of a Southwest feel with the reds and greens of its geometric pattern. This sitting area is beneath one of the home’s many show-stopping chandeliers, this one with tiers of dark

The risk of soaring ceilings and open spaces is that a room could be cold or uncomfortable; however, the homeowners were able to avoid that by incorporating the warmth of the gas fireplace and the comfortable furnishings, creating an inviting, comfortable spot in the great room.

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metal supporting bare bulbs, suspended from one of the wood beams that extend across the ceiling.

The great room space includes the kitchen, which has a vast 13-foot island with a swirling granite countertop, two peninsula areas (one for the kitchen and one for the bar, where there is glass-front cabinetry that showcases glassware), and lots of stools for seating, both backless leather stools and upholstered stools

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with slatted wooden backs. There is plenty of storage beneath the countertops; the room’s many cupboards and drawers mean there’s enough space to store dishes in a drawer below the counter, rather than in an upper cabinet. The range is by Wolf; behind it is a beautiful backsplash accent that looks like a woven metallic, and above it is a custom steel hood. Dual cabinet-front refrigerators help the Chamberlains keep things organized, says Barbara, an

Island, peninsula or bar seating? The choice is yours in the kitchen and bar area, which is at the opposite end of the great room from the couches and fireplace. Plenty of seating means plenty of room for entertaining, something the Chamberlains often do.

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avid cook. “This is dinner,” she says as she points to one, “and this is breakfast and lunch,” she continues, indicating the other.

Just off the kitchen is a sunny sitting room, which Jim often uses as his office. Here there are four comfortable armchairs, a soft cowhide ottoman, and a second, smaller fireplace.

Multiple windows and sliding glass doors, which operate both manually and via remote, fill the home with light and provide easy access to the vast terrace.

The couple like to entertain, and this home can easily accommodate 100 guests.

There are several different seating areas on the deck, with the option of sun or shade even on 95-degree days thanks to the surrounding trees and a mix of both covered and uncovered areas. When guests come, Barbara says, they’ll start in one seating area for cocktails, have dinner on the high tables on the other end of the terrace near the outdoor kitchen and grill, and wrap up the evening on the couches and chairs that surround the gas fire pit. A custom glass railing means that none of the extensive water views are obstructed.

There is plenty of eating space inside as well, with casual seating offered by the kitchen bar stools and a more formal space available in the dining room. There, twin dining tables sit beneath custom chandeliers

The pitched roof over the outdoor eating area provides shelter from the elements, but still allows the benefis of being outdoors: views, gentle breezes and the sounds from the water.

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that are suspended from the box beam ceiling; these tables can be pushed together to create space for a larger group if desired. Cabinetry built in along one side of this room provides serving space as well as storage; there’s also a wine cooler here. A pass-through window connects to Barbara’s office, just behind this dining area, which has water views, a built-in desk and bookcases, and plenty of workspace.

In this home, even the workhorse rooms are lovely. The laundry room is gorgeous and functional, with beautiful green-hued granite countertops that provide room to fold and sort, lots of light from its thoughtfully placed window, and hooks to hang up items as the

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homeowners enter from the adjacent three-car garage. Just down the hall, a flight of carpeted stairs leads up to a guest studio apartment, which is fully outfitted with a kitchenette, its own bathroom, and plenty of sleeping and living space.

The main floor’s powder room has a beautiful custom copper treatment on one wall balanced by more neutral grass cloth on the other walls; the raised stone sink rests on a treated wood countertop. A custom mirror adds a touch of the dark metallics that are repeated throughout the home, like in this room’s wall sconces.

The master suite is located at the opposite end of the main level. At the entry to the master is a saddle that belonged to Jim’s great-grandfather, which sits beneath a painting of calves Jim raised at the Arizona ranch. There are many carefully selected art pieces throughout the

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This saddle belonged to Jim’s grandfather, while the painting depicts three calves that were born on Jim’s Arizona ranch.

Personal details make the home unique.

home, much of it focusing on wildlife and ranch animals. “The flavor here needed to be North Idaho,” Jim says of their choices, which include cattle, bears and fish, pieces by artists like Ken Carlson. “North Idaho to me means the outdoors, big country, wildlife.”

Looking at the art that hangs on the home’s walls, Jim feels satisfied. “I’m happy.

I kind of think we’re done.”

“Oh, we are,” Barbara says, laughing. “We don’t have any more walls to fill!”

The master suite has a relaxing, comfortable bedroom with deck access and water views. It connects to a spacious master bath, which has beautiful light green onyx countertops, double sinks, a deep

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Lighter toned cabinetry is used in the master suite, setting it apart from the rest of the house.

tub, a glass-doored shower, and a vanity. Delicate glass bulb light fixtures, silver cabinet pulls, and cabinetry in a lighter tone than that of the rest of the house all contribute to the room’s airy feeling and complement the light onyx. The floor, which looks almost like broad planks of wood, is actually tile, a flooring choice repeated in the home’s other bathrooms. Also within the master suite is a well-organized walk-in closet with plenty of both concealed and open storage.

The main level of the home is ideal for Jim and Barbara’s life, the couple says. “Lifestyle-wise, this home just really works well,” Jim says. “This home just really functions.” Between everyday living, entertaining, and hosting guests, they find that it meets all of their needs, perhaps even better than their other home. “I’d

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almost like to redo our house in Arizona,” Jim says.

The downstairs is welloutfitted for guests, with a sunken living area, three comfortable guest bedrooms each with a king-sized bed and sizeable closet, and guest bathrooms with thoughtful finishes like granite countertops, tile flooring, and tile accent work in the showers. Finishing out the lower level is an exercise room, which Barbara uses frequently. This carpeted space has water views, a television, and weights as well as cardio equipment.

Stairs from the upper terrace and doors from the lower level all lead to the lower patio, the grassy lawn, and the beachfront.

On the beach there’s room for the couple’s “toys” like a jet ski, sailboat, paddleboard, kayaks, and a canoe, in addition to dock space for Jim’s seaplane, which The lower level is a perfect guest suite.

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A view from the back of the home makes it is easy to see why Jim states that this is no ordinary house; this is a great house.

he uses regularly for day trips. “He takes off here, flies to the ranch, and flies back for dinner,” Barbara says.

Barbara can often be found out on the water. “I try to scull every day,” she says. She also paddle boards, taking along the couple’s beloved dog, a fluffy Havanese named Coco, who loves her people dearly and can be found wherever they are. “She’s like Velcro,” Barbara jokes.

Beneath the upper terrace is a peaceful outdoor patio that Jim calls “the lanai,” a covered hideaway furnished with lounge chairs.

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a bathroom that opens to the outdoors. An indoor- and outdooraccessible elevator makes it that much easier to get from one level to the next.

Viewed from the lawn that runs parallel to the beach, the house is at its most extraordinary: peaked beamed roof, that long expanse of deck, beautiful rockwork, and lots of glass. It’s a home simultaneously impressive and at peace with its surroundings on the hillside. It is clearly no ordinary house; this, as Jim would say, is a great house.

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Environmental problems such as climate change and air and water pollution may sometimes seem unsolvable, but there are many simple and inexpensive things you can do every day to help. The best place to start is in your home. The average home in the United States causes twice as many greenhouse gas emissions as the average car, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), so there’s a lot of room for improvement.

“It was the sum of billions of little actions that got us to this point,” says Patrick Gonzalez, a climate change scientist at the Nature Conservancy. “It’s really only the sum of a billion small solutions that will solve the problem.”

1. Maximize Heating and Cooling Efficiency Heating and cooling account for roughly half of a home’s energy use, on average. “Most homes have enough leaks and cracks—it’s the equivalent of leaving a window open all year,” says Maria Vargas, a spokesperson for the Energy Star program. To counteract this, she recommends air-sealing and insulating your home. Vargas also recommends changing the filters in your heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems regularly. Other easy tweaks? Insulate your hot water heater with a special insulating blanket and use a programmable thermostat to minimize the use of energy while you’re sleeping or away from home.

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carries a heavy burden of increased air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Buying local foods is an easy way to help the environment and your local economy. Check out the NRDC’s Eat Local Web site to see what’s growing near you. Also, make an effort to eat organic foods.

“Not only is there a health benefit to you and your family, but pesticide production is very energy intensive and damaging to the environment,” says Powers.

3. Unplug Energy Vampires You may not know it, but vampires are lurking in your home.

Electronics that are left plugged in, such as cell phone chargers and computers, constantly use energy. “We suggest people in home offices plug their computers and printers into a power strip and turn the power strip off when they’re not using them,” says Powers. “This cuts off the vampire power that continuously leaks into the socket.”

You might think a screen saver cuts down on your computer’s energy consumption, but the computer is actually still running at full speed. If you can’t turn your computer off completely, be sure to put it in “sleep” or “hibernation” mode.

4. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle It’s nearly impossible to overestimate the environmental benefits of reducing waste and recycling. For example, if every household in the United States replaced just one 250-count package of virgin fiber napkins with 100 percent recycled ones, one million trees would be saved, says Powers.

“You have multiple benefits from recycling paper — you not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions but you actually conserve forest ecosystems,” adds Gonzalez.

Cans, bottles, computers, cell phones— anytime you recycle something, it helps reduce the amount of energy needed to produce and transport new products. It also saves space in our limited landfills.

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5. Choose Nontoxic Products For your own health and that of your family (pets included) and the environment, use nontoxic products whenever possible.

It’s a quick and easy way to keep toxins out of your home, the air and the water. Even seemingly harmless things like flea collars can be dangerous, especially for children, “Little kids touch the collar and put their hands in their mouths—it’s just a mess,” says Powers.

Companies such as Seventh Generation offer a wide variety of eco-friendly products.

Or you can make your own cleaners using common ingredients—white vinegar and baking soda, for instance.

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6. Drink Filtered Tap Water Once the ubiquitous sign of healthconscious and active consumers, bottled water has more recently been accused of helping to cause climate change. What happened? People realized the excessive cost in energy of creating portable plastic bottles and transporting them to stores across the nation. Also, according to the EPA, bottled water is not necessarily better for you than tap water. So switch from bottled to tap water when you can. If you don’t like the taste of your local water or want to improve its health profile, the EPA provides information to help you select the best home water treatment system for your family.

7. Shorten Your Shower If Americans shortened their showers by just one minute, we could save 180 billion gallons of water each year, according to the EPA’s WaterSense partnership. So cut back on your shower time, even if it’s just a few minutes. Want to double those savings?

WaterSense says the same amount of water could be saved if people switched to efficient showerheads with flow rates of less than 2.5 gallons per minute. To determine whether you need such a showerhead, make note of how long it takes your shower to fill a bucket with a gallon of water. If it’s less than 20 seconds, it’s time to go for a slower-flowing showerhead. spokanecda.com • November • 2014

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by Chrissy Desormeau

Selling a home in the off-season? Many sellers think that the fall and winter are bad times to sell, so they hold off till the spring, thinking that will be the best time. With the right preparations, however, your home could sell better in the fall or winter months.

Buyers are looking throughout the year in the Spokane area. With the leaves turning colors and homes decorated with pumpkins, it is a favorite time of year for many. Pumpkin and apple smells make your home smell inviting. As you go into Christmas there are even more decorations and smells that will make a buyer feel at home in your house. Keep your decorations and the general feel of your house in tune with the holiday that is coming up. Just like businesses and retail stores do, you can invoke the feel of the holiday for your potential buyers. They can then see themselves and their families enjoying the same holidays in your home. Take advantage of these seasonal offerings.

It’s true that many home shoppers hibernate during the winter, and there are several reasons why. Some don’t want to go on view homes when the roads are icy, others want to wait until more homes come on the market in spring, and many don’t want to change their children’s school mid-year; however, those who do need a home during the winter season are the most serious, often looking to move because they need to, not because they want to. This can put the seller in an advantageous position if they are flexible with the timing.

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Real estate professionals used to discourage home sellers from winter listings because of the lack of potential buyers, mostly due to logistical issues. People go on vacation, there are less daylight hours to view homes, and bad weather inhibits buyers from taking extensive tours of homes for sale. Today, this is a very minor issue. Nine out of ten homebuyers search for their home online, according to the National Association of Realtors. They’re browsing real estate websites while out of town. They’re driving around their desired neighborhood, viewing available homes on a mobile phone, in the safety of their warm vehicle. The way buyers search for homes has changed, and the location, the time of year, and the weather have far less effect on their ability to view homes than it used to. While the buyer may have had 30 homes to choose from in June, there may only be 10 homes that fit their criteria in January. If they are motivated to buy, they will choose one of those 10 homes.

Curb appeal is the most important thing to look at on a home. The buyer will look at the front of the home in pictures or in person and may rule out your home without going in. While no one knows your home as well as you do; you are also biased. Have a realtor that works with buyers all the time show you what those buyers will see. This unbiased view will help take care of those little things that you may not notice. Make sure to decorate the front of your house with seasonal mums or even pumpkins.

Since the days are shorter in the fall and winter, it is likely that you will have a showing of your home at dusk or complete darkness, which could be 6 p.m. If you are able, leave your window blinds open during the day to show off the benefits of your home. Also, turn on the interior lights before every showing – at least one in every room. This may seem wasteful but there’s nothing more uninviting than walking into a dark house, fumbling around looking for light switches with a client in tow. The exterior should be well lit as well so replace any burned out or missing light bulbs around

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When taking pictures of the home, avoid seasonal decorations. There’s no more obvious clue as to when a house was listed for sale than seeing a large pumpkin in the front or a Christmas tree in the corner of the living room. With that said, do take pictures of your home now with the warm fall colors and sun shining even if you are going to list in the winter or even spring.

The best part about listing a home in the fall and winter months is that ther is less competition. Buyers won’t have as much to compare your house to and the buyers are typically more serious than during the spring and summer months. Spokane was down 233 listings from September to October.

One of the most important tips to sell your home in the fall is to price it properly!

Work with your real estate agent to set the right price for your home – one that takes into account the season you are selling in.

Some people claim that a house must be priced lower in off-seasons like fall and winter to actually sell, but this is not necessarily true. A home needs to be priced to compete in the current market, whatever that happens to be at the time. Your realtor will be able to pull comparable prices to your property and advise you on the right price for your home. According to Redfin, homes listed in winter have a 9 percentage point greater likelihood of selling, sell a week faster, and sell for 1.2 percentage points more relative to list price than homes listed in any other season.

At any time of year, I recommend consulting with a realtor before listing to make a list of repairs that should be made. Also, consult with the realtor before doing any major updates. You may not need to do the update or you may be doing an update that some buyers may not like. A realtor can guide you in smart decisions to make your home ready for the market.

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For Jeff Trull of Spokane, a husband and father of three children, the diagnosis came after spending 14 years as a successful deputy district attorney while living in Las Vegas. But, at 39 years old, ALS forced his family to relocate to the Northwest to seek family assistance in the area and rehabilitative care at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute.

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“It was devastating,” Jen, Jeff ’s wife, says about how an ALS diagnosis felt for the Trull family. “But, it’s been one day at a time as Jeff is learning his new body.” The Trull family came to Spokane to be close to relatives and to “take advantage of St. Luke’s services, where technological opportunities would be at his fingertips,” Jen adds.

The signs and symptoms of ALS were not obvious. Since 2000, Jeff has had Multiple Sclerosis (MS), which is a disease where the immune system attacks the protective nerve covering in the body.

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In January 2014, Jeff was diagnosed with ALS, but, Jen says, “He’d had it for a year; we just thought the symptoms were something to do with his MS.” Like MS, there is no cure for ALS. According to the national ALS Association, it costs an estimated $1-2 billion to develop a new drug, a process that can take more than a decade to develop with a failure rate of about 95 percent. On average, 15 people per day receive an ALS diagnosis, with 30,000 Americans currently affected in the United States. The cause of ALS is still unknown.

“Recognizing the signs and symptoms of ALS to provide a diagnosis can take up to a year in most cases,” says Dr. Greg Carter, medical director at St. Luke’s. “There isn’t enough funding for effective research on ALS. This area is wide open for new medications, therapies and treatment.”

Patients with ALS are able to see, recognize touch, taste, smell and hear. Using those abilities, advances in treatments can help patients regain mobility and

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“For Jeff and his family, St. Luke’s was able to provide equipment and technology to offer him more freedom to move around his house and maneuver in public,” Dr. Carter says. “Losing the ability to speak, walk and even use your hands, without the loss of thought or intelligence is overwhelming for the patient and their family. We try and find ways to overcome those barriers that fits the needs of each patient.”

“The first time Jeff was in a handoperated wheelchair, we quickly realized how ALS was affecting his nerves,” Jen says. “We knew that because ALS was degenerative, he wouldn’t be able to use this type of chair over time. His therapist at St. Luke’s said, ‘Let’s try the head-controlled wheelchair.’ Within a day, Jeff learned how to drive and control his chair. He’s able to go almost anywhere. He races the kids while they’re on their bikes; we go on walks, go to see movies and still love to travel.”

Assistive technologies like the electric wheelchair give Jeff the ability to connect with his family despite having ALS. Jen says

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while at St. Luke’s, Jeff was able to learn communication skills while using eyetracking devices and innovative software to give him a voice, although a synthetic one.

“The eye-tracking device is done optically so it picks up where Jeff ’s pupils are viewing,” Jen says. “When he blinks, it acts like a mouse and allows him to go online and have blue-tooth communication.

He’s involved with teaching the kids and talking to them with his optical communicator. There are so many advantages to having access to technology like this, and Jeff doesn’t let anything stop him.”

“ALS takes your independence away,” Jen says. “With the therapies, connections, education and technology we’ve been given at St. Luke’s, he’s able to be fulfilled and gain independence.”

After a month at St. Luke’s, Jen and Jeff made their way to their new Spokane home that is now equipped to handle Jeff ’s daily needs. “St. Luke’s can take someone who has a disease, put them out in the world and

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“We want patients and families like Jeff, Jen and their kids to find comfort in the fact that with supportive therapies and technology, there is hope to have an improved quality of life,” Dr. Carter says.

“More research needs to be done, though, to more fully understand and cure ALS.” Jen says Jeff is focused now more than ever on spending time with their kids, and on finding time for them to spend with each other. “We have hope that someone will find a way to cure ALS or slow its progression.”

This year marks 75 years since Lou Gehrig took to the field at Yankee Stadium to say farewell to fans after his ALS diagnosis. He called himself the “luckiest man on the face of the Earth” for the life he was able to live despite the disease.

“So I close in saying that I might have been given a bad break, but I’ve got an awful lot to live for.” ~ Lou Gehrig at Yankee Stadium, July 4, 1939

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Why Bodyweight Workouts are the Fitness Trend of 2013, 2014, 2015 and Beyond

by Justin Rundle

Fitness trends have seen a new reign of popularity by a more practical and simplistic approach to fitness. Gone is the day of relying solely on gym equipment and expensive devices from late night television infomercials. ACSM’s (American College of Sports Medicine) 2013 and 2014 report of the hottest fitness trends proved that people are gravitating towards a workout anywhere approach and realizing their bodies can be the gym, as long as they know how to use it.

Spokane’s original CrossFit Box owner and Master Trainer, Mike Gerry, was one of the first local trainers to embrace the art of bodyweight training (training using the resistance of your own bodyweight, rather than machines or free weights). Within the realm of CrossFit, there’s a balance of bodyweight exercises, gymnastics, power/ Olympic lifting, agility and more within a single workout. Bodyweight exercises can either make up half or an entire WOD “Workout of the Day,” and has proven more than

effective for general fitness, weight loss and strength goals for close to a decade at CrossFit Spokane.

Although this sounds intimidating, all workouts are designed with a scalable mindset so beginners, intermediate and advanced fitness levels, a.k.a. Fire Breathers, can have the appropriate push for each workout. That being said, one can train in a local “box” gym, on the road, outdoors and at home with the power of one’s body and surroundings.

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Bodyweight Workouts are the Most Efficient and Effective Fitness Routines This may not be the most direct training method for those seeking significant muscle mass gains or goals of enhancing a skill level within a specific sport, but for most general fitness goals, bodyweight workouts are highly efficient and effective exercise routines. Reason being, when the goal is to burn body fat, build lean muscle tissue and improve one’s fitness level, bodyweight workouts can do this within a shorter training window and without equipment.

Like CrossFit, or some of the familiar home workout DVD series, most bodyweight training routines are considered metabolic circuits with a blend of strength, agility, cardiovascular, core and plyometric training meshed into one workout. In spite of all of these disciplines, good training programs like CrossFit Spokane, or Workout Anywhere know how to scale workouts for true beginners, intermediate and even the advanced fitness levels.

The perfect example of this was on a recent Biggest Loser episode.

Contestants were working out anywhere with bodyweight exercises and their surroundings after being kicked out of their gym in early September. They noted that this was such a practical, yet effective workout routine and as effective, if not more than their gym routines.

On the other extreme, gymnasts are the masters of bodyweight exercises and some of the fittest people in the world.

Their training curriculum is predominately focused on bodyweight training.

Whichever fitness level one is, there is an appropriate push for all. Whether starting with a beginner series of bodyweight exercises, or with advanced movements, bodyweight exercises require greater muscle recruitment than stationary fitness machines. By comparison, the bodyweight squat may seem simplistic, but with good form one should be able to train their core, glutes, hamstrings and quads in a single movement.

For advanced users, this can be converted

into other types of squats such as single leg squatting movements, or plyometric squats (which add a more dynamic and ballistic variable). This cranks up the intensity level and increases the amount of calories burned during and after a bodyweight circuit.

As stated before, one of the benefits of bodyweight circuits and exercises is the state of EPOC (excess post-exercise oxygen consumption). This is more familiarly known as the after burn and literally means the body burns more calories for a 48 hour period after strenuous workouts like metabolic circuits.

Unfortunately, this effect is pretty limited to the type of training. For long aerobic workouts on the treadmill, bike, elliptical or road, the calorie burn stops when training stops and the heart rate is at rest. For higher intensity metabolic circuits, the body requires further repair and recovery and that means additional calories burned post workout.

Final Thoughts Ultimately, if you have a passion for a certain fitness discipline, just do it!

Whether its running marathons, swimming, power lifting, CrossFit, or bodyweight workouts, stick to it. Half the battle is finding a passion for health and fitness, and as long as you’re moving, there is no wrong solution (unless your exercise form and technique are suspect).

For answers to your fitness, nutrition and motivation minded questions, visit Workout Anywhere: www.workoutanywhere.net and check out our Facebook Page: RundleFit. We would love to hear from you and help you with your fitness journey.

Justin Rundle is a Certified Personal Trainer with eight years of training experience. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Whitworth University, and is the Mount Spokane High School Strength and Conditioning Coach, the Mt. Spokane Varsity Defensive Line Coach and the owner of www.workoutanywhere. net (online personal training and dieting assistance).

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Thinking Outside the Box of Conventional Building Practices Thomas W. Angell, Architect, AIA, (509) 747-7647, www.tomangell.com

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Understanding that every project needs to address specific client needs, Angell works to get to know his clients long before renderings are drawn. “When custom designing or remodeling homes, for example, I feel that a home needs to express the character of my clients. Everyone has a unique personality. That should come through in the design,” he shares.

“Our society faces a multitude of issues that must be addressed when considering building projects: the natural environment, natural resources, social justice, and economic prosperity, among others,” says Angell. “I have always been an advocate of the environment, both in appreciation of its diversity and beauty as well as an understanding of how people are reliant upon a healthy natural world. Our homes and neighborhoods should be equally healthful, efficient and beautiful. A clean and healthy environment is to everyone’s benefit, especially for future generations. We must responsibly manage natural resources, for our health and prosperity is dependent on the ecosystems in which we live.”

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Spokane area professionals will kick off the new year with a celebration of the region’s BEST B2B Firms of 2014. This trade show and networking event will feature area businesses who are making a difference in our region. You’ll meet the best business people, best PR firms, best staffing firms, best web design firms, best office supplies, best event facilities and more at this networking event.

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wenty-two years ago, Alethea McCann and her husband, Dave, were frustrated with the gym they worked out in. Rather than look around for a better fit, they decided to open their own gym in a former grocery store at 2921 E. 57th Avenue.

Alethea explored franchise opportunities, eventually gravitating to Gold’s Gym. “They were more interested in our business backgrounds than our fitness backgrounds,” she says. As a testament to success, Gold’s Gym Spokane is celebrating 22 years while Gold’s Gym International readies to celebrate their 50th anniversary in 2015.

“We have members who have been with us since the day we opened,” she says. “And their kids, who used to come to our day care, now work out here.”

Gold’s Gym offers group exercise, personal training, and a large selection of the latest cardio equipment, full service weight room, tanning and childcare in a 16,000 square foot facility.

“Our mission is to help our members reach their individual potential through fitness,” says general manager, Craig Hudkins. “All of the staff is trained to play a role in doing this. The equipment is selected based on its ability to accomplish this goal. Everything we do is with our member’s goals on mind.”

Craig explains that his team is eager to serve anyone who wants to get results. “This could be for the serious

fitness enthusiast or the beginner. We are set up to have something for all ability levels in the gym.”

Gold’s Gym personal trainers are some of the finest in town, each with national certifications and many years of experience. Gold’s Gym’s group exercise utilizes the Les Mills program, an international company that provides the group exercise department with choreography and consistency. Manager Kim Bellamy has worked with this program for more than ten years.

The Gold’s Gym team is continually working toward creating a comprehensive fitness solution for their members’ health and fitness related needs. “We have partnered with Isagenix to provide our members and clients with nutrition support,” says Craig.

“Proper exercise partnered with proper nutrition is the solution to our country’s growing obesity epidemic. We feel that Isagenix has the best program to help our members reach their weight loss and performance goals.”

Craig and his team are most proud that they have been involved in changing their members’ lives through fitness. “We have members that have saved marriages, found new loves, walked again, that were proud to go to a reunion, win the big race or finish the big race, and be able to pick up grandkids,” he says. “There are so many things that we have been able to share with our members. It makes me tear up thinking about them.” spokanecda.com • November • 2014

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hat do you see more of than any other passenger vehicle model in our region? SUVs? Certainly. Economy cars? Everywhere.

Would you say the most popular vehicle across Eastern Washington and North Idaho, whether it’s at a downtown Spokane construction site or driving the back roads of our world famous Palouse farms, is the pickup truck?

Pickup, 4x4, rig, truck, hauler, off-roader, F-150, 2500, Silverado, RAM, step-side, 1-ton, sport utility truck, crew cab, Big Horn, short-bed. There are as many names for pickup trucks as there are models. Ole Blue and Blackie? Sure, we have nicknames for our trucks too. What do you call yours? I own a 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT 4x4 but we just call it The Ram. The light pickup truck remains uniquely American. While world manufacturers today, primarily Japan’s Honda, Nissan and Toyota, market some fine trucks, the best selling pickups in the U.S. are made by Ford, Chevrolet, GMC and Ram (Chrysler dropped the Dodge name in 2009.) Sales results through August 2014 between U.S. and foreign made pickups are not even close!

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In fact, of all the automobiles and light duty trucks sold this year through August, four in the top 20 are American-made pickup trucks.

Looking back in American automotive history, the first pickup arrived early in the evolution of the car – appropriately it was Ford which developed the Model T with a modified rear body, debuting in 1925 for $281.00.

Called the “Ford Model T Runabout with Pickup Body,” 34,000 were built that first year, featuring a cargo box with four stake pockets, adjustable tailgate and heavy-duty rear springs. Did Henry Ford ever consider back then that nearly 90 years later, the Ford F-series pickup would be the top selling vehicle in the world? Doubtful!

Since mid-2013, the sale of light trucks has been climbing steadily. Pickup trucks have always been popular, but recent trends suggest they are becoming even more popular, thus the standard equipment and available options now offered on new trucks keep getting better and better.

Technology and ergonomics continue to improve with every new vehicle. What has been standard on many automobiles in the past few years is now reaching into truck lines. With so many new options available on 2015 pickups and my limited space for this article, I’ll focus on the vehicle that has the most units sold in the world, and the one offering perhaps the most exciting new features: the Ford F-150.

Ford’s new 2015 F-150 offers technology never seen before in a pickup. Besides being the first to market with aluminum body panels, saving nearly 700 pounds over the 2014 model, Ford is introducing innovative cameras and parallel parking sensors. The automaker said it wants the pickup to be easier to operate in tight spaces and congested cities.

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a parking lot or in the street is always a really tricky thing. We spent a lot of time making that easier for drivers.”

The 2015 Ford F-150 offers optional high-tech equipment that hasn’t been available with any other pickup. Four cameras on the outside provide a 360-degree view of the ground, up to seven feet in all directions. The entire view is displayed on the truck’s center console. The front cameras even include a washer that cleans the lens, activated when the windshield wipers are turned on. Ford is also offering its active parking-assist technology – sensors measure the gap between cars and determine if there’s enough room – the truck will automatically steer into the space as the driver controls the brakes and acceleration.

Several leading auto manufacturers already offer many of these features – Ford included – but now Ford is advancing that technology to its pickups. The new F-150 has blind spot monitoring, cross-traffic alert system and LED lights that activate on the side-view mirrors if a car is in the blind spot when the turn signal is in use. The same sensors used for blind spot detection can also alert the driver using warning lights and a chime if a car is coming down a parking lot aisle when backing out.

In a nod to expanded safety and improved ergonomics, massaging seats and a trailer tow module that shows the driver which of the lights on a connected trailer aren’t working, are also exclusive features.

Curve control — automatic braking if a curve is taken too quickly — and a feature that shows the power being distributed between the front and rear wheels are also options. Others include a lane-keeping system, tire-pressure monitoring, hill start-assist and hill-descent.

I happened on an article about the new F-150 on at Ford Online. “If I’m doing my job right, the customer simply intuits that things are right – both inside and outside of the truck – without even having to think about it,” Cary Diehl, Ford Human Factors Engineer, explained in detailing features the company focused on to improve comfort and utility.

Ford not only added a folding step that slides under the truck when not in use to allow access to the cargo bed from the side; it made that step large enough to fit a full-size work boot. The tailgate can be operated with one hand because of the way the hinge mechanism works to keep it from slamming down and because it also has grooves in the handle to increase grip.

The location and shape of the door handle, clustering buttons on the dashboard, even the shape of the steering wheel, are all examples of minutiae Ford engineers labored over to ensure customers would feel at ease inside their new pickup.

Although there is a dedicated armrest on the inside of the front doors, Ford made the ledge at the base of the window at the beltline the same height as the center armrest and wide enough for most people to place an arm there even with the window up.

When it comes to the basic steering wheel, should there be three spokes or four? Designers often ponder this question from an aesthetic point of view. It was clear for Ford engineers: use four spokes and don’t close off the bottom portion of the steering wheel between the two lower

spokes. Some owners like to place their hand at six o’clock because it lets them intuitively know when the front wheels are perfectly straight while backing up to a trailer or into a tight space.

Through customer surveys, Ford found that F-150 owners prefer controls to be clustered together based on their function.

Thus, all lighting controls are grouped on the left of the instrument panel, while towing controls are to the right.

Ford included an 8-inch screen in the instrument panel behind the steering wheel to allow drivers to choose what information is displayed, depending on how they use their F-150 pickup. Choices include trailer information, tire pressure, off-road mode or trip fuel, among others.

No stereo or entertainment features are displayed in the instrument panel cluster.

That space is reserved for information critical to driving and operating condition. “Our customers were adamant that trucks are different from cars, and vehicle information is essential,” says Diehl. “Their truck is their tool, and they need to know what it’s doing.”

You may be wondering why I am writing so much about the new Ford F-150. Besides all the innovations Ford has introduced in its 2015 pickup, I believe it provides a window into the future of all manufacturers’ trucks.

In the end, why do most people own a pickup? To haul stuff!

First and foremost, we purchased our Ram new in 1999 with the intent of hauling beauty bark, lumber, firewood, kayaks, bikes, furniture, yard debris, lawn mowers and gravel—and to get us through the deep winter snow. As much as I waxed and shined that truck in the early years, it now has the scars of hauling stuff in its bed, backing into a post and being sideswiped by a hit-and-run driver. It’s a pickup, right? Would I like to own a 2015 Ford F-150 or other new truck?

You bet, especially with all the technology and creature comforts! Our Ram only has 60,000 miles on it – it’s young for a 15-year old vehicle. In spite of the scratches and dents, it still looks like a brand new pickup – from 20 feet away. We’ll be keeping it for at least another 15 years. That’s how pickups seem to go – for most folks, they just keep hauling forever.

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es, it’s true that Thanksgiving isn’t even upon us yet. In fact, the turkey that will grace your holiday table may still be running around a yard somewhere at this point, so it seems a bit premature to be talking about Christmas.

At the same time though, there is something to be said for planning ahead, especially during a season with so many activities vying for your attention, your dollars and a spot on your calendar. “Book early!” is the motto this time of year.

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After the success of last year’s A Christmas Cabaret, Travolta and friends are returning to The Coeur d’Alene Resort this season with a new holiday musical revue, I Remember Christmas. This year’s show is presented by and starring Ellen Travolta, and directed by Troy Nickerson. It is also starring Jack Bannon, Patrick Treadway, Margaret Travolta, Katherine Strohmaier and Ellen Travolta. The show promises to be a night filled with music, laughter and stories.

Live performances bring with them an electricity not found in film and television.

“I really respect theatre,” said Travolta in a 2006 interview with Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living. “You can’t fake it. It’s more demanding—you’re more ‘on.’ When the audience is ‘dead,’ you just have to keep the energy going. There have been times when the audience has been very quiet, they’re not responding or laughing or anything.

Then, afterwards, you’re swamped by people coming up to you and saying, ‘We just loved it!’ There’s no accounting for the audience.

And every performance is different.”

A live performance is not just exciting for the actors, but the goal is to engage audience members and whisk them away from the real world, allowing them to get lost in the magic of the show. “We are inviting audiences to join us for a night filled with music, laughter and memories,” says Travolta.

I Remember Christmas runs from November 28 to December 21, and plays at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, and 5 p.m. Sundays. Reserved cabaret-style seating is $25.

Making the deal even more enticing, The Coeur d’Alene Resort is offering room and show packages that start at $219, says Bill Reagan, general manager.

“We are thrilled to have Ellen Travolta back to do another wonderful holiday show this year,” he says. “My advice is to book early – I’m betting this will be an even bigger hit than her box office smash ‘A Christmas Cabaret’ was last year.”

Better get this on your calendar now!

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The team at Spokane CDA Woman is partnering with Rockwood Clinic and Radia to bring you a night of no holds bar Q+A with a panel of eight practitioners, plus a multitude of health specialists in booths throughout the venue.

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Embracing the Female Form

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Sheri Ritchie

by Robin Bishop

As we spoke, I pictured this pig-tailed southern girl walking around with a plastic knife and a bar of soap; leaving a fragrant trail of tailings as she carved and shaped some cute little animal. Sheri Ritchie was an artist from birth. Like many of us, she didn’t understand until later in life that she possessed something different than others. She took her need to shape and mold figures as normal kids’ stuff.

Having moved every two years during her school years due to her dad’s corporate position, Ritchie had no problems making friends or feeling comfortable in her own skin, but it was the beach scene and artsy vibe in San Clemente, California, that finally sparked her creative juices.

It wasn’t, however, in sculpture.

She and a friend developed a successful children’s book and launched a popular magazine about life in Orange County, which was eventually sold. After 21 years in California, she relocated to Spokane in 2000, where she happened into Clay Connection and met Kyle Patterson, who became her teacher and mentored her in techniques needed to hone her natural talents.

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hours a day honing her craft and experimenting with raku and other appealing finishes.

This extra effort has resulted in her work gaining gallery exhibitions in the last few of years.

Upon first glance, Ritchie’s works are somewhat comical in their disproportion. Whether it is whimsical, abstract or one of the more sleek contemporary pieces, they embrace the curvature of the female figure. Emphasizing the lower half, the part most women worry over and work to reduce, Ritchie has created beautiful, mysterious, strong and provocative figures that draw the viewer in. There is an alluring connection with her work that makes one question, why am I so drawn to this piece? When asked about her apparent fascination with this feature, she casually commented that “a curvy figure is more warm, embraceable, capable and inviting.” While she loves the unexpected that comes from disproportionate works, she admits it was never intentional to make figures that were so full-figured, it’s just that she finds society’s description of pretty a bit boring. She will continue working on a piece until she feels that is speaks to her soul. Maybe this is what draws us in. She has created something that speaks deeply to her and has put it out into the world for other souls to respond to.

As with every artistic endeavor, Ritchie admits there are victories and there are challenges. From our discussion, I learned the jubilant and victorious power that exudes from Ritchie’s sculptures could very well be influenced by one of the biggest challenges and victories any person can face. In 2004 she was diagnosed with breast cancer. While the news and the battles that followed were devastatingly difficult, Ritchie confessed she held within her a calm and peace that things would turn out just fine. She has undergone a full physical every six months since her treatment ended and is now “cured” of cancer. This is an amazing prognosis given that she has lost all of her closest relatives, save her sister, to cancer. Her mother actually lost her battle while Ritchie was fighting hers. She never told her mom that she was fighting the same disease.

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Ritchie plans on fulfilling a long-time dream in 2015 by opening a private studio where she can expand her inventory, glazing techniques and creative space to invite and collaborate with other artists. Look for exciting things to come in the next year.

You can find works by Sheri Ritchie on display at The Bozzi Collection, 221 N Wall St Suite 226; Spokane, Clay Connection Gallery, 714 E Sprague Ave, Spokane; and Manic Moon & More, 1007 W Augusta Ave, Spokane. Learn more and find exhibitions coming up in 2015 at www.sheriritchie.com.

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Paddling the Columbia

Investing with Integrity

by Loran Graham

by John Roskelley

Washington author, John Roskelley’s newest guidebook, Paddling the Columbia, is not only a guidebook, but also a book of adventure and personal accounts of the trials and errors the author came across during his long trip kayaking the Columbia River.

Stretching for 1,200 miles from the mountains of British Columbia and through Washington and Oregon, the full trip is not for the faint of heart and probably not for the inexperienced; however, whether you are interested in taking the full trip, or simply a trying a small piece of it, Paddling the Columbia will keep you up to speed on the ins and outs of the journey.

Starting with the beginning of the river on Columbia Lake in British Columbia, Roskelley provides maps and general information about the flow of the water, “put-in” and “take-out” spots, local restaurants, camping spots in the area and even historically significant landmarks. Roskelley gives the reader a general outline of his own trip as well, including personal pictures and stories.

Paddling the Columbia ends with the author’s arrival in Oregon as he meets his wife on a beach in Astoria, right before the Columbia empties in to the Pacific Ocean. The book is a great way to explore a unique way to take a scenic journey in the area. Roskelley says it best as he reflects on his trip down the Columbia and states, “how lucky I am to live in the Pacific Northwest.”

Published by Mountaineers Books, paperback, $24.95 A native Northwesterner, John Roskelley is a legendary mountaineer. He has climbed extensively in the Himalayas, putting up new routes on mountains such as K2 and Nanda Devi. He first started exploring the Columbia, his home river, several years ago. He lives in Eastern Washington with his wife, Joyce.

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Local author Loran Graham is a licensed CPA and the author of Investing with Integrity, a novel about finances, religion and biblically responsible investing. For many who consider themselves religious, investing can present tricky moral dilemmas and complications of values. Loran Graham is here to discuss the ways in which you may lay your worries to rest and ensure that your investments align with your personal ideals.

Investing with Integrity breaks itself into chapters that outline the author’s journey to writing this book, as well as many of the investing concerns that come to play when discussing personal values and investment choices. Graham discusses the fact that there are over “2,300 verses in the Bible about money and possessions,” clearly outlining the prevalence of this topic within religion, but also expressing the importance of understanding these issues when aligning your own personal religious beliefs with your use of money.

Graham goes on to discuss how biblically responsible investing works, as a sort of background check for an investment idea and whether or not it triggers “any moral red flags by biblical standards.” Graham also shows the reader a couple of screening tools that aid with this process.

Investing with Integrity is a book that will thrill those with both financial and religious interests, though it can also serve as a starting point for those who are interested in learning more about the process of investing. Graham writes in a way that allows even those without much financial knowledge to understand simple terms and apply it to their own lives in the process.

Published by Deep River Books, paperback, $14.99 Loran Graham is a licensed CPA, a Certified Financial Planner professional and independent financial advisor in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Loran and his wife are the parents of twins and live in Spokane, Washington.

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Longtime journalist for The Oregonian, Jack Hart, comes forth with his newest book, and first fiction piece, Skookum Summer.

The novel takes place in the Pacific Northwest in 1981. A Los Angeles reporter, Tom Dawson, returns to his hometown after an unfortunate incident involving an unreliable source at his previous job at the LA Times.

Moving back home, a small town in the Puget Sound area, Tom reluctantly starts working at the small-town’s newspaper, the Big Skookum Echo, writing “about chicken farms and church potlucks.” He is embarrassed to be working at the same place he began working as a teenager, until he is assigned to write about the murder of a local logger, Hal Mayfield.

Exploring the darker side of the logging business in his hometown, Tom begins to see the fear locals have as their traditional town is faced with economic development and the technology boom.

The author paints a picture of the Northwest with his vivid writing and descriptions of an old-world logging town with its sleepy community, damp weather and “old-growth fir.” Skookum Summer reads quickly for those who enjoy a bit of a mystery as well as a love story. Hart’s first fictional piece is clearly a success.

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November 7, December 5: First Friday Enjoy visual arts, musical presentations, sample local foods, get acquainted with local performing artists and more at this monthly event sponsored by the Downtown Spokane Partnership.

On the first Friday of each month, participating galleries, museums, boutiques and more host a city-wide open house with refreshments and entertainment. Join us! First Friday is free and open to the public!

Downtown Spokane. For more information or a complete map of participating venues, please log on to http://www.downtownspokane.org/ first-friday.php.

November 14, December 12: Coeur d’Alene ArtWalk 5-8pm every second Friday from April December, stroll through beautiful Downtown Coeur d’Alene and enjoy local and nationally acclaimed artists. Visit supporting galleries, shops, restaurants and businesses with your friends and family. A family-friendly, free event!

Downtown Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. For more information, please visit http://www.artsincda.org/. currently open: 100 Stories - A Centennial Exhibition With the end of its first century in sight, the Eastern Washington State Historical Society (dba Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture) is

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preparing a new exhibit experience that looks forward as much as it looks back. Capitalizing on the MAC’s extraordinary collections, 100 Stories will vibrate with enduring and inescapable themes of the American West. Spirited voices will weave stories of history and cultures and art. This exhibit will demonstrate the MAC’s role in maintaining, preserving and interpreting the region.

100 Stories will be told on the MAC campus in Browne’s Addition, as well as in relevant locations throughout Spokane and eastern Washington.

Museum of Arts and Culture. 2316 W. First Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201. Call (509) 4563931 or e-mail themac@northwestmuseum.org for more information.

world’s imagination like NASA’s ongoing Mars Exploration Program. In 2004, the successful deployment of the Mars Exploration Rovers Spirit and Opportunity launched a new era of scientific investigation of our nearest planetary neighbor. For Kobie Boykins, a mechanical engineer at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, the rovers’ success was also a personal triumph: he helped design and build the solar arrays that enabled to rovers to keep going long after their planned 90-day life (indeed, Opportunity is still roaming Mars today and sending back images, more than nine years later).

INB Performing Arts Center. 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com.

through December 31: Gay Waldman and Ken Yuhasz This exhibition includes photography and sculpture by two of Spokane’s most prominent artists. Waldman is well-known for her photography and recently completed a large photo work for the Spokane Convention Center. Yuhasz is best known for his works of neon sculpture including the Aer-O-Toaster at the Spokane International Airport. An artist reception will be held Friday, October 3, 5 to 9 p.m. in conjunction with Visual Arts Tour.

Chase Gallery at City Hall. 808 W Spokane Falls Blvd. Spokane, WA 99201. For more information, log on to http://www.visitspokane.com/ art/chase-gallery/

November 6-9: Disney on Ice Presents: Let’s Celebrate!

It’s one colossal party on ice, with all your favorite Disney friends! Join Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse as they celebrate a Very Merry Unbirthday Party with Alice and the Mad Hatter; Mardi Gras with Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen; a Royal Valentine’s Day Ball with the Disney Princesses; a Hawaiian luau with Lilo & Stitch; a winter wonderland with Woody, Jessie and Buzz Lightyear; a Halloween haunt with the Disney Villains and more in a magical medley of holidays, celebrations and festivals from around the globe. Come join the party when this spectacular ice show visits the Spokane Arena!

Spokane Arena. 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com.

EVENTS November 4: National Geographic Live!

Exploring Mars: The Next Generation Few events in the last decade of space exploration have captured the

November 21: Cirque Dreams HOLIDAZE Broadway director Neil Goldberg re-imagines the holiday season with over 300 costumes,

20 acts and 30 performers from 12 countries showcasing an endless variety of imaginative, heart-pounding and gravity- defying feats you have to see to believe. Experience gingerbread men flipping mid air, toy soldiers marching on thin wires along with snowmen, icemen and penguins, balancing, jumping and spinning in disbelief. The show celebrates the most wonderful time of the year with singers, choreography and exciting production numbers.

Performers twirl, bounce and soar thru the air to original music and seasonal favorites brought to life within a stage setting of gigantic gifts, colossal candy canes and 30-foot towering trees & soldiers creating a wonderland of amazement.

INB Performing Arts Center. 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com.

December 2-14: Christmas Tree Elegance Two of Spokane’s outstanding destinations, the historic Davenport Hotel and River Park Square shopping and entertainment complex, will host Christmas Tree Elegance, a raffle of 18 themed custom-decorated trees with prizes which include gift certificates, items and cash valued at $5,000. The chance to win one of the fabulously decorated trees and all its themed gifts has been a Spokane holiday tradition for over 30 years. Thousands of visitors from across the Inland Northwest come to view the trees and purchase the $1 raffle tickets for a chance to win. Twelve decorated trees will grace the mezzanine of the historic Davenport Hotel, Spokane’s only AAA four diamond hotel. Six holiday trees will line the second floor corridor at River Park Square, Downtown Spokane’s premier shopping and entertainment destination.

The annual extravaganza is created and sponsored by Spokane Symphony Associates, a 300-member volunteer organization that raises more than $200,000 in support of the Spokane Symphony each year.

The Davenport Hotel. 10 S. Post St. Spokane, WA 99201. River Park Square. 808 W Main Ave, Spokane, WA 99201. For more information, please log on to: http://www.symphonyassociates.org December 4: Shatner’s World In Shatner’s World…a one man force of nature delivers a larger than life performance complete with his laugh-out-loud humor, signature storytelling and select musical selections in his inimitable style. Through anecdotes, songs, jokes and even some poignant moments, you will experience William Shatner‘s phenomenal path from classically trained Shakespearean actor to cultural icon, brilliantly creating the larger-than-life and most important character he has ever played, William Shatner.

INB Performing Arts Center. 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets,

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December 6: Sound of Music: Fourth Annual Sing-a-Long Get out that lederhosen, cut up those chintz curtains and warm up those vocal chords because The Sound of Music is set to return to Spokane in an interactive-viewing experience unlike any other. The Sound of Music Sing-a-Long is a screening of the classic Julie Andrews musical film in glorious full-screen Technicolor on a screen that takes up the entire proscenium, complete with subtitles so that the entire audience can sing along! The evening also features the famous Sound of Music Costume Contest, where guests in the most clever and outrageous outfits claim top prizes.

Previous entries include nuns of both genders, girls in white dresses and blue satin sashes, a lonely goatherd, the Alps, brown paper packages tied up with strings and many more of your favorite things! Every person who comes dressed to impress is automatically entered into the contest and is brought on stage for the voting period.

INB Performing Arts Center. 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest. com.

MUSIC November 7: Symphony With a Splash: November Eckart Preu takes us on a fascinating musical journey. Nancarrow pushes jazz piano beyond human capabilities in his Player Piano Study 3A (part of the Boogie-Woogie Suite). The rhythm continues with Toccata by two-time Grammy nominated American composer Aguila. Dorman’s Piccolo Concerto draws inspiration from diverse genres: Baroque and Classical, Jazz and Pop, and Ethnic music. Finally, hear Cooper’s arrangement of Beethoven’s sketches for his unfinished Tenth Symphony.

Fox Theatre. 1001 W Sprague Ave. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com.

November 8: Tedeschi Trucks Band As husband-wife couples go in the world of music, it is a challenge to find a duo as well-

fitted and naturally prolific as that of singer/ guitarist Susan Tedeschi and guitarist Derek Trucks. They are both heavily steeped in the blues tradition, yet open to far-ranging influences including rock, gospel, jazz and World music. Each has produced recordings that share a sensibility best described as a swampy mix of rootsy, rockin’ American music. As well, they often perform together with the Allman Brothers Band—with whom Trucks continues to play as co-lead guitarist.

INB Performing Arts Center. 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest. com.

November 9: Spokane Youth Orchestra: Promise of Autumn Like our student musicians, Verdi felt that his talent for music could not be denied and was his Destiny. Despite being turned away from the Milan Conservatory for being too old (14) and not trained sufficiently in harmony and composition, Verdi became one of the greatest opera composers of all time. His opera “La Forza del Destino” will open this season, and is paired with Bizet’s beautiful music from “L’Arlesienne” and Elgar’s opulent “Wand of Youth, Suite #2” composed from themes the composer wrote as a child. The Promise of Autumn will be full of multi-colored musical riches.

Fox Theatre. 1001 W Sprague Ave. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com.

November 14: Winter Jam 2014 Tour Spectacular Christian music’s largest annual tour is coming to Spokane. NewSong’s blockbuster hit Winter Jam Tour Spectacular is heading west again this fall and will rock the Spokane Arena on Friday, November 14! Headlined for the first time by groundbreaking Australian worshippers Hillsong United, Winter Jam’s 2014 10 band lineup also features Grammy®-nominated singer/ songwriter Jeremy Camp, Francesca Battistelli, Colton Dixon, Disciple, Trip Lee and evangelist Tony Nolan. In addition, the Pre-Jam Party will showcase Everfound, About A Mile and Veridia.

Spokane Arena. 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com.

November 21: Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Christmas Attic Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) will wrap up 2014 by performing their rock opera The Christmas Attic live for the first time in arenas across the nation on their winter tour. While 1998’s The Christmas Attic features one of the band’s most popular songs “Christmas Canon,” surprisingly, it is the only album of The Christmas Trilogy never to be performed live. TSO creator, lyricist and composer Paul O’Neill explains, “After kicking off the New Year in front of two million spokanecda.com • November • 2014

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fans at Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate, followed by our second European tour, the band felt that a perfect way to end the year would be to perform the only rock opera from the trilogy that has never been seen live. Some of the songs off The Christmas Attic have never been played live. As I have always said ‘it is fun to write the songs, it is fun to record them, but they are never really completed until we perform them in front of a live arena audience’. Of course the second half of the show will feature, TSO iconic classics and fan favorites, such as “Wizards In Winter,” “Requiem” and “Christmas Eve/ Sarajevo 12/24”.

Spokane Arena. 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com.

November 22: Motley Crue: The Final Tour, Featuring Special Guest Alice Cooper All bad things must come to an end, and after three decades together, iconic rock ‘n roll band Mötley Crüe is embarking on their farewell ride around the world. Kicking off The Final Tour in August 2014, Mötley Crüe will take the stage at the Spokane Arena on Saturday, November 22 for what is sure to be an awesome night of music. The Final Tour is presented by Dodge and the legendary Alice Cooper will join the band on tour. With over 80 million albums sold worldwide, Mötley Crüe has sold out countless tours across the globe and spawned more than 2,500 Mötley Crüe branded items sold in over 30 countries. With live shows that make a lasting impression, fans can expect to hear the catalogue of their chart-topping hits and look forward to a mind-blowing, unparalleled live production.

Spokane Arena. 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com.

November 22-23: Spokane Symphony Classics: Haydn and Dvorak One of music’s rising stars of the conductor’s podium, Michal Nesterowicz, wields the baton for a riveting concert featuring masterpieces

by Dvořák and Haydn. Dvořák’s glorious New World Symphony has been embraced by audiences since its premiere in 1893, popping up in countless movies, TV shows, anime, video games and commercials. Internationally renowned cellist Edward Arron, a luminary in the chamber music world, will play Haydn’s Cello Concerto, written for the virtuoso able to handle the double stops and octaves, and make the cello sing.

Fox Theatre. 1001 W Sprague Ave. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com.

November 29: Cab Calloway Orchestra

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The Cab Calloway Orchestra, originally based at the exclusive Cotton Club in Harlem, was at the heart of the American jazz movement of the 1930s and 40s. Founder Cab Calloway was a star of the stage and screen and may be best known as “The Hi De Ho Man” for the chorus of one of his most popular songs, “Minnie the Moocher.” His grandson, Calloway Brooks, now leads the legendary band and delivers both the authentic sound of a hot jazz orchestra and the snazzy stage style that the original Cab Calloway was known for. By using the original Cab Calloway vintage orchestrations as a starting point and incorporating performances by jazz musicians who have played with the big band for decades, The Cab Calloway Orchestra creates an authentic and unforgettable big band jazz experience that is not to be missed!

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December 2: Celtic Woman - Home for Christmas Celebrate this holiday season with the celestial voices of multi-platinum Irish singing sensation Celtic Woman as they present Home for Christmas - The Symphony Tour. Featuring music from the all-female music ensemble’s second Christmas album, “Home for Christmas,” including holiday favorites “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” and “Silent Night.” Celtic Woman and Home for Christmas - The Symphony Tour, will promise an enchanting and festive evening filled with mesmerizing music, performance and holiday cheer.

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December 4-7: Spokane Symphony: The Nutcracker “The Nutcracker Ballet” is a cherished family tradition signaling the start of the holiday season. For more than 175 years, E.T.A. Hoffman’s story of Clara and her Nutcracker prince has delighted children of all ages. This beloved escape to the Land of Sweets features State Street Ballet, 75 local dancers and, of course, live music composed by Tchaikovsky and performed by the Spokane Symphony. Adding to the enchantment, the chefs from Beacon Hill have developed a special Nutcracker-themed hot cocoa and cupcake buffet. Pre-order your sweet feast to have it waiting for you at intermission.

Fox Theatre. 1001 W Sprague Ave. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com.

December 18: Michael W. Smith Michael’s Christmas Spectacular has become

a treasured holiday tradition. The Associated Press calls Smith’s Christmas music “cinematic” and this tour will showcase exactly why. Each tour date will feature Michael W. Smith performing selections from his new Christmas album to be released later this year, as well as standards from his previous three acclaimed Christmas albums.

INB Performing Arts Center. 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or www.ticketswest.com.

THEATRE through November 16: Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde A suspense-filled retelling of the classic story of alter egos vying for control on the foggy streets of Victorian-era London. Jekyll brings forth his other self and soon loses control when Hyde meets a woman. A deadly game of horror and violence, this disturbing tale includes underlying humor and will keep you on the edge of your seat. This production will be directed by Susan Hardie.

Spokane Civic Theatre. 1020 N Howard St., Spokane, WA 99201. For showtimes and more information, call (509) 325-2507. For tickets, 800-325-SEAT or www.ticketswest.com.

November 6-22: The Glass Menagerie One of the greatest masterpieces of the American stage in a sparkling new production! After receiving pressure from his faded Southern belle mother, aspiring poet Tom brings home a gentleman caller to meet his painfully shy sister, Laura. What follows is an encounter that becomes one of the most touching and profound tales of love and loss, illusion and escape ever told. Recently revived on Broadway, The Glass Menagerie remains one of the towering classics of World Drama.

Interplayers Theatre. 174 S. Howard St., Spokane, WA 99201. For showtimes and more information, call 455-PLAY (7529). For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com.

November 21-December 21: All is Calm In 1914, at the Western front, out of the violence comes a silence, then a song. A German

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November 21-December 20: A Christmas Carol: The Musical This Charles Dickens classic is filled with holiday merriment for all ages. After coming face to face with the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, will Ebenezer Scrooge awake with a new outlook on life and give up his selfish and uncaring ways?

Spokane Civic Theatre. 1020 N Howard St., Spokane, WA 99201. For showtimes and more information, call (509) 325-2507. For tickets, 800325-SEAT or www.ticketswest.com.

November 26-30: How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical features the hit songs “You’re A Mean One Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” (written by Albert Hague and Dr. Seuss) from the original animated series. Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is “two sizes too small,” decides to steal Christmas away from the Holiday loving Whos. Magnificent sets and costumes inspired by Dr. Seuss’ original illustrations help transport audiences to the whimsical world of Whoville, while the Music and Book of Mel Marvin and Timothy Mason breathe new life into this timeless story of the true meaning of Christmas.

INB Performing Arts Center. 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Spokane, WA 99201. For tickets, 800-325SEAT or www.ticketswest.com.

November 29: The Forgotten Carols A timeless classic, Michael McLean’s The Forgotten Carols have been enjoyed by sold-out audiences nationwide. The show is a favorite Christmas tradition for many families. The Forgotten Carols shares the warmth of the Christmas spirit through a stage performance. The show tells the story of a nurse whose empty life is changed when a new patient recounts the story of Christ’s birth as told by little known characters in the nativity story.

The accounts from the Innkeeper, the Shepherd and others help her discover what the world has forgotten about Christmas, and open her heart to the joy of this special season.

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everyone feels a part of the story, unity grows.”

The holidays mark an annual influx of tradition, much of it surrounding the ways and norms of the dinner table. Thanksgiving kicks off the holiday season with a meal to celebrate our blessings and bounty, commemorating the First Thanksgiving at Plymouth Rock in 1621. Like many holidays, it is a time for family and friends to gather in fellowship.

Just as there are a hundred and one ways to cook a turkey, so are the special quirks and customs that encapsulate our modern “feast days.” To encourage you to continue your own family traditions, or to inspire you to create your own, here are three locals who pay tribute to the holiday traditions they treasure most. >>

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Krista Gilbert, blogger, author, wife and mother of 4 kids ages 8-15 “We celebrate Apple Day every October,” explains Krista. “The whole family heads to Hansen’s on Green Bluff to harvest baskets of apples that we peel and cook into applesauce and pies to be frozen for Thanksgiving” she says.

Krista alludes to the fact that teenagers don’t always warm up to family traditions like they used to— at least not initially, “I just have to get them out there! As soon as they start picking and churning, they get into it.” She points out that creating together, especially in tactile, tangible places like the kitchen, is evocative. “They might be resistant at first, but Apple Day anchors them in the kitchen,” says Krista. “It’s tradition through food...and through that, they remember.”

Krista speaks frequently about the importance of tradition on her blogs and in her forthcoming book, Reclaiming Home. In her chapter on “Reclaiming the Table,” she writes that family dinner is not just a time for physical sustenance, but for emotional connection, “whether dining on the simplest soup or feasting like a king, the gathering, sharing, talking, laughing, arguing and debating weaves a tight bond that shapes who we are and who we become.”

Krista encourages readers to take advantage of meal planning by providing practical tips for busy of couples and families. She offers the same advice for holidays: “Rather than seeing holidays as a time of stress and financial drain, harness them for creating family identity and for passing down values.

If certain holidays are overwhelming, simply pick one tradition and follow through with it. Every little bit is a move that deepens family roots.”

Holidays like Thanksgiving can be difficult for those without family or close

relatives.

Krista explains that each one of us is “created for community”— that if you can’t create traditions in a family-sense, you can create them among your friends or in your neighborhood. “It’s a beautiful thing in an uncertain world,” Krista continues. “These simple actions speak to our ‘soul places.’ It’s filling a need by creating something we can count on, a sense of heritage in community.”

Vagabond Thanksgiving Alison Collins, owner of Boots Bakery & Lounge The idea took shape when Alison Collins was working at Mizuna. “I took note of the people who came in by themselves, or couples whose family lived far away,” says Alison. “I wasn’t okay knowing that those people would be alone over the holidays.” Alison started inviting people to her home: for people who didn’t have anywhere to go, or for people who simply didn’t like their options. “In the beginning, there was some consternation from my extended family,” she says. “But eventually everyone came to accept that this is what the holidays mean to me.”

It’s been 15 years and “Vagabond Thanksgiving” is an integral part of Alison’s community. The invitations are by word-of-mouth and result in anywhere between 12 and 24 guests coming and going as they please throughout the day. “Some people come every year, some come for drinks and appetizers and return home for dinner with their families,” says Alison, “but there are always new faces.”

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Alison cooks everything herself— from the appetizers, to the main dishes (plural) and dessert: pumpkin bread pudding, fruit and pumpkin pies. “There is an excessive amount of food,” she says, “but isn’t that what the holidays are about?” Alison serves her guests at a gigantic, makeshift dining room table that spans the entire length of the house.

Food and drinks are set out early in the day, culminating in a traditional Thanksgiving feast. “And if my cauliflower gratin is not part of the line-up, well, I’m pretty sure there’d be an uproar,” she declares.

When Alison was initially approached about her homegrown tradition, she demurred. “I don’t think it’s necessarily noteworthy,” she says, “it’s very simple, really.” Some would argue that feeding 24 people plus your immediate and extended family is anything but simple.

“It’s fun for me. The cooking, the serving, the cleaning up,” she chides. “I can’t imagine the holidays any other way!” And indeed, neither can her guests.

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Christmathanks Rachel McLachlan, wife and active momma to Mae, 7 and Owen, 4; stylist at Salon Nouveau “Once we started having kids,” says Rachel, “it became too difficult to get together every Christmas — so we made up our own holiday!” A three-day food extravaganza, Christmathanks is a missmash of Christmas and Thanksgiving where Rachel and her four siblings travel from as far as Texas to her parents’ house in Walla Walla.

“We kick it off with a fondue dinner on Wednesday night, or the eve of Christmathanks,” she says. “We have grills on the table for chicken, shrimp, steak and mushrooms—a bit of a modification from the original fondue dinner that our mom used to host on Christmas eve.” All five of Rachel’s siblings and spouses, Rachel’s parents (still married after 36 years!) and a total of 13 kids crowd around the table and “fight over the pull-apart bread” to dip in the Velveeta and imitation crab fondue. “It’s a total departure from what we usually eat,” clarifies Rachel, “but hey, it’s tradition— I get it!”

Rachel, her husband and their two little ones are extremely active, heading to Wild Walls during the week and going on family runs. They are also pay close attention to nutrition and avoid dairy and soy due to food allergies. “What we do is make little tweaks here

and there over the holidays,” says Rachel.

“We’ll bring our own Earth Balance spread for potatoes, I make our own mini pumpkin pies,” she explains, “but for the most part, our special diets are all out the window!”

The festivities continue with brunch Thursday morning, followed by “a fullon Christmas morning,” Rachel says, “presents are opened around the tree, stockings are hung on the mantle with care — the whole shebang.” The grand finale is Christmathanks dinner: a huge turkey dinner prepared by Rachel’s mom and all the siblings. “As the years went on, each of us picked up a dish here and there to contribute,” she says. The meal concludes with an array of Rachel’s mom’s famous pies: apple, Dutch apple, pumpkin, “plowed” pumpkin, peach, “and of course my mini pies,” says Rachel with a wink.

“Christmathanks arose out of necessity,” reflects Rachel, “but now it’s our thing.”

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Maybe it was the long row of taps standing out against a stark, blank background, but I had an idea of what the name meant right away. This place is serious about their beer. Crafted is a new gastropub in the heart of downtown Coeur d’Alene which opened early this summer and began welcoming in the tourist crowd, as well as some curious locals.

The building itself is substantial and striking. Walking past, for the first time, soon after the opening, I noticed a large crowd both inside and outside the restaurant. I wanted to see what the fuss was about. I was a little damp from the lake, but didn’t feel unwelcome.

The outside patio has several different kinds of seating, and set as it is in the center of town, there is an unmistakable resort feel. I can imagine that one of the carefully crafted burgers (and a microbrew) might taste particularly satisfying after an afternoon of swimming in the lake, located within shouting distance. I certainly found that the B-I- Double G-I-E ($12), a hamburger with bacon, avocado and sharp cheddar, satiated my post-lake appetite on that first evening.

My friends and I enjoyed the atmosphere and the food, but

it was clear that this restaurant was just finding its feet. Though the beer menu was available on each table’s iPad, ordering drinks from your table wasn’t yet feasible. Our waiter was rushed and obviously overwhelmed by the high demand for food and drink. We were in no rush, and didn’t mind.

When I returned to Crafted, recently, it was clear that they had worked out some of the kinks. There were a few tweaks to the menu, calmer wait staff (though the place was still hopping) and attentive service. At the time of this writing, however, you still can’t order drinks on the iPads.

My guests and I started with the Gigantic Pretzel ($7) which comes with Hefewiezen fondue, Spunky Crawfish Chowder ($8) and the That’s What C Said salad ($8). Of these three things, the crawfish chowder rose to the top. My guests were fighting over the bowl. I found it just thick enough with a spicy finish that complemented the comforting southern flavors without overwhelming the dish. My gluten-free companion was pleased to discover that this is one of the options she could eat without customization.

The giant pretzel was the best of a pretzel you might get at a fair,

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served hot and large enough to deserve the moniker. While the fondue was enjoyable, it was a bit thin for my taste.

Who doesn’t love a salad with bread in it? The That’s What C Said was classic and delicious (but the protein-less version was definitely not a standalone meal for me). As with many of the dishes on the menu, I enjoyed the thought put into a clever name.

The appetizers were generous, and I could easily imagine sharing a few (and some drinks) for dinner, or ordering one large entree to share.

One guest ordered Abe’s Way or the Highway ($12), a ground chicken and andouille sausage patty with apple slaw on a lightly toasted bun (like most burgers, the bun is from Pilgrim’s Market). Although the burger seemed simple, I found it succulent and well balanced, mixing the savory and sweet in a way that didn’t jar the taste buds.

When the Rockafella Ya’ll ($14) came out, we wondered if they might have given us a double portion by mistake. Layers of fried chicken, waffles and bacon were topped with an egg and drenched in serranohuckleberry syrup (by far one of the most delightfully unexpected surprises of the evening). It was a challenge to figure out quite how to eat this dish (it was roughly the height of a coffee can), and if I had it to do over again, I would order one for two people and un-layer it for easier access. Each element was done well, and the flavors married beautifully.

I sampled the Old Man and the Sea ($13), which was a shrimp

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(and Asian-inspired) take on the crab cake. While I wasn’t wild about the translation of shrimp texture to cake form, I did enjoy the integration of flavors, including a seaweed salad, mango slaw, ponzu aoli and wasabi.

There were three desserts on the menu and we ordered them all. Unlike the variations on a theme throughout the rest of the menu, it was a bit harder to spot a unifying thread in the dessert offerings. The Naked Chocolate Cake ($8) was uncomplicated and rich, topped with fresh huckleberries.

While it was enjoyable, I felt that it was a little dry and dense for my taste. The citrusy semmifreddo ($8), a semi-frozen, almost custard-like dessert, offered something classy and different. It was also drizzled with berries and garnished with thinly sliced nuts, making for an elegant mix of textures.

My group was a little surprised by our favorite dessert: the deepfried Oreos ($6). While I’ve always considered these to be the sort of gimmick you might find at the fair or Pig Out in the Park, I had never tasted them. Crafted’s version was light and not overly greasy, paired with an espresso dipping sauce. We found ourselves talking about them all the way home.

Crafted is located at 523 Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and is open Monday – Thursday 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.; Friday – Saturday 11:00 a.m.2:00 a.m.; Sunday 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. (208) 292-4813, www.facebook. com/CraftedTaphouse

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Neighborhood Friendly Gourmet

by Katie Collings Nichol | photos by Rick Singer

Imagine yourself on a Thursday night. Your enthusiasm

to whip up a hearty, home-cooked meal has steadily waned since Monday, but that’s exactly what you’re after. You find yourself salivating over the thought of a roast chicken over creamy mashed potatoes topped with a white wine shallot jus, or something just as comforting, yet gourmet. You want to go somewhere that serves just this. You think you might just have the energy to throw on some jeans and a nice shirt and would be over the moon if this place also had comfy chairs, your favorite wine and prices that won’t make you (or your wallet) cry.

Sounds a little far-fetched, right? Well, I’m here to tell you that dinner dreams for us Inland Northwesterners really do come true.

Newly opened in June, CorkHouse Kitchen + Bar is casual and friendly enough to bring the kids, yet will wow you with their Big

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City culinary prowess. Don’t believe me? In that case, I probably shouldn’t tell you that they also have a pretty cool bar and a delightful patio to watch the sunset.

CorkHouse is located in Liberty Lake, just down the road from the local library and Albertson’s. The Swiss chalet-looking exterior with mod red and black signage and neon “drive-thru” lights (they serve Thomas Hammer coffee to drive-up commuters) is a distinctive mix. The hustle-and-bustle of the dinner crowd glows from within and beckons even the most cursory passerby from the sidewalk.

The hostess smiled and brought us to our table within seconds of reciting our reservation name. Our server, Dee, was upon us almost as quickly — she was friendly and knowledgeable about the specials and intuited that we needed a bit of time to settle in.

The upholstered chairs were noticeably comfy— an unexpected surprise after sitting in one too many steel and reclaimed wood stools that stiffly decorate hip new eateries. CorkHouse’s devoted owner Keri Collins could be seen in the space between the kitchen and dining room, her blonde pony tail flashing through the hearth-like opening into the kitchen as she oversaw the timing of food delivery, unhurried but keenly on point.

The menu offered sleek spins on favorites like Mac and Cheese with chicken, bacon, roasted jalapeno, sharp cheddar and cotija ($16) and the Double R Ranch Ribeye with Point Reyes Farmstead Blue Cheese, hazelnut butter, and twice baked potato ($28).

Everything on the menu — including

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a list of cocktails priced $7-$10. We went with a good stand-by— a glass of Angeline pinot noir for $11.

Our entrees were standouts: the Pork Osso Buco ($23) and the Enchiladas ($15), both notably gluten free. Osso buco is Italian for “bone with a hole” and is traditionally prepared alla Milanese: a crosscut veal shank braised with vegetables, white wine and broth served over risotto. CorkHouse’s modern (and delightfully more affordable) version braised a pork shank until the meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and submerged it in a satisfyingly tart cider jus reduction.

It was served over a buttery Yukon mash, large coins of summer squash and a handful of local chanterelles that were tender and meaty. A generous dollop of a sweet, chutney-like apple butter and a sprinkling of gremolata made this balanced dish a homerun.

Coming in at a close second were the Enchiladas. A creative mix of pulled chicken, quinoa, squash and spinach stuffed into three soft, gluten free tortillas and topped with a roasted poblano cream and a dash of cilantro, cotija and cherry tomatoes was hearty and filling. The bright green poblano dressing added richness, a smooth mouth feel and subtle heat.

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husband, Kevin. The entrepreneurial couple runs a tight ship— the employees are pleasant and energetic and the portions are generous and well presented on elegant, square plates. Of course, Executive Chef Brian Hutchins has a lot to do with this— drawing from his 22 years of experience at the likes of Luna, Mizuna, Latah Bistro and Clover, he infuses the menu with his signature farm-to-plate concept, sourcing all meats from local purveyors and all other ingredients within a 500-mile radius.

Liberty Lake’s Saturday farmers market makes shopping for seasonal veggies an indispensible routine for the restaurant from May to October.

We ordered two salads with our entrees, each a side portion ($4 each). Large and protein-heavy enough to be entrees, we were surprised by the sheer breadth of ingredients and depth of flavor. Farm Greens and Vegetables featured fresh spring greens dressed lightly in a roasted shallot dressing, and was accompanied by delicate slivers of fennel, slices of nectarine, cilantro and a fennel crisp on the side.

The Kale and Quinoa was heftier with a savory, almost Greek-salad like flavor. It featured chunks of avocado, cucumber, mint, pepitas and cotija over firm, but thoroughly marinated kale with grains of quinoa throughout.

We began the meal with two starters:

the Seared Tuna and Skillet Cornbread.

The tuna was delicately set with cucumber, basil and avocado aioli and had a mild flavor and smooth texture against a crust of coriander and fennel.

We enjoyed it, but felt that the portion size lacked consistency alongside the other menu items. The cornbread, on the other hand, was incredibly large and burst with flavor from flecks of roasted corn and jalapenos. It was dense, moist and sizzled as Dee delivered it to our table in a charming cast-iron skillet. The hot brick of spicy bread was drizzled with enough honey butter to make it a good choice as a sweet-and-savory dessert.

Speaking of dessert, Dee directed us to her personal favorite, the Chocolate Nutella Terrine. If you ever find yourself longing for something subliminally rich and chocolate-y, get thee to CorkHouse. Immediately. Apparently we didn’t take the dessert menu seriously enough because this decadent spin on the French terrine brought flourless chocolate cake to another level. The terrine consisted of a loaf-like slice of dense, silky chocolate “cake” surrounding by a thick, hardened crust of even darker chocolate. A smear of chocolate sauce beneath a pile of freshly whipped mascarpone cream and topped

with sugared hazelnuts practically did us in. It was apparent that the dish was thoughtfully prepared in-house, and therefore wholesome and full-bodied as opposed to cloyingly sweet.

In a state of chocolate bewilderment, we surveyed our surroundings. Dark wood floor, plenty of white crown molding and coordinated columns, warm lighting, a stone fireplace in the front dining room, and plenty of filigreed wrought iron accents result in a Northwest-meetsMediterranean look. If I had to give it a name, I would call it a “French-Italian farmhouse bistro.” A thought crossed my mind: if you are swayed by trends, don’t be put off by the mainstream décor. The ambiance is indeed contemporary and pleasant and will delight many; however, mustache-twirling scene-sters need not apply. Come for the warmth, the service, and, oh yes, the food.

CorkHouse Kitchen + Bar is located at 1400 N Meadowwood Lane in Liberty Lake. Open Monday – Friday for lunch 11-3 p.m., Happy Hour 3-5 p.m., and dinner 5-9 p.m.; Saturdays for brunch 9-3 p.m, Happy Hour 3-5 p.m., and dinner 5-10 p.m.; Sundays are for brunch only from 9-3 p.m. Drive-thru espresso is open 7 days a week from 7-3 p.m. (509) 922-4210 www.corkhouse.net

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“Thanksgiving Feast Burger”

by Chris Street

Is it possible that a lone sports bar with a questionable past could be the loadstone of gastronomic change in our city? Not hardly, but the restaurant 50/Fifty is adding something unique to food culture. 50/Fifty’s contribution to Spokane’s burgeoning food movement is a Thanksgiving-inspired burger modeled after the revered day-aftercelebration sandwich, which they call their Thanksgiving Feast Burger ($10.99).

This dish isn’t just a Thanksgiving leftover afterthought; 50/Fifty has taken the turkey sandwich up a notch (or two).

Served on a locally-baked brioche bun, the sandwich contains a fresh ground turkey patty covered with melted Swiss cheese, mashed potatoes, a dollop of stuffing, brown gravy and topped with a house made cranberry sauce-- a smattering of all the things you love about

Thanksgiving, but never had the chutzpah to combine on one sandwich. With all the aforementioned accouterments there’s a possibility for palate overload, but 50/ Fifty’s kitchen made it work. They’ve also made for a plate-toppling-over, huge burger that comes with a mess of sweet potato fries. It’s a lot of food for eleven bucks.

It could be said 50/Fifty’s a sports bar with a twist. On one side is a sportsinspired theme restaurant and bar, complete with two projection screen televisions—nothing novel about that for Spokane—but, on the other side of the 50/Fifty location on Indiana is a fully functioning non-tribal casino that also serves a full food menu and serves cocktails. The place is the perfect spot to watch a NFL game or catch a UFC fight, eat something unique, have a few drinks

and play a hand or two of Black Jack with the boys. I could see 50/Fifty being a fun spot for girls’ night out, too.

To date, 50/Fifty’s reviews on the web have been far from stellar. Comments and criticism on Yelp and Urban Spoon range from bad to worse. But, the restaurant’s grand opening was June 21st and they —to put it mildly — had difficulties. Since the poor reviews, adjustments have been made. One of the changes, in addition to taking their menu into unchartered waters, has been a change in service style from a place your order at the front with the cashier to a full wait staff. With this customer-focused, back to basics service philosophy, 50/Fifty’s problems should be over.

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The Dining Guide includes summaries of local restaurants that are featured on a rotating basis each month and/or issue. Suggestions for additions or corrections can be sent to katie@spokanecda.com ASIAN AND INDIAN Aloha Island Grill. Hawaiian. Operating out of two former Taco John shacks on Monroe and West Francis, Patrick and Lori Keegan are serving up fresh, tender Teriyaki Chicken “plates” that will keep you coming back even without much inside seating. Based on family recipes from the islands and plenty more than just teriyaki, both spots offer a student discount and the Francis location serves an amazing breakfast concoction called Loco Moco. Order it the way “Huff” (Patrick’s nickname) gets his. Open daily.

1724 North Monroe (509-443-1632) and 1220 West Francis (509) 413-2029. www.eataloha. com $-$$ Mustard Seed. The Mustard Seed is an amalgam of several Asian and Pacific cuisines, which derives from the background of the owners, Betty and Nancy Tokumoto, who grew up in Okinawa, Bangkok, and Hawaii, successively.

The somewhat eclectic yet harmonious blending of fresh, clean, mild flavors in the dishes that spring from this mix of culinary origins is what has made the Mustard Seed a perennial favorite with Spokane diners. Over the years, our favorites have consistently been Bong-Bong Chicken, chunks of breast and vegetables stirfried in wine, and Chicken (or Shrimp) Osaka, sautéed in butter, ginger, and lemon, served with a mustard sauce. We also enjoy their zippy take-out and delivery service. The Mustard Seed owners also serve quality quick-serve Asian out of a number of Noodle Express outlets around the NW. Northtown Mall: Mon-Thurs 11-9, Fri & Sat 11-10, Sun Noon-8, (509) 483-1500. $$ Nudo. Asian-fusion. This new-age “ramen house” speaks urban cool in the heart of downtown Spokane. Try the Grilled Miso Chilean Sea Bass, Edamame, or Crisp Salt and Pepper Basil Chicken for appetizers, followed by a Tonkotsu Bowl featuring fresh ramen, barbecue pork, hard-boiled egg, corn, braised bamboo shoots and seaweed in a slow-boiled pork bone broth. Their signature Ramen Burger— a freshground beef patty topped with arugula and tonkatsu sauce between two homemade rounds of “ramen bun” is a fun entrée. A well-selected drink menu, late hours, and modern lounge-feel makes it well set for lingering dates and aprèsevent noshing. Vegetarian options also offered.

Open Monday-Saturday from 11:00am to close.

818 West Sprague. (509) 290-5763. www.nudoramen.com. $$ Sushi.com. Japanese. We still think the name is about as cheesy as you can get for a sushi bar and Japanese restaurant, but the food transcends the curious dot.com label over the

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door. Sit at the sushi bar and enjoy what is fresh or take a table and explore the menu that also includes plenty of excellent options if raw fish still makes you nervous. Some of our favorites are the super white tuna and the house tempura. 11 am – 9:30pm. weekdays. Noon – 9pm Sat. Noon – 8pm Sun. 430 West Main, Spokane. (509) 8380630. $-$$$ Thai Bamboo. Thai. Each of the four regional Thai Bamboo locations offers a massive Southeast Asian menu in settings designed to transport you across the Pacific. Inside each restaurant you’ll find Thai stone and wood carvings, water fountains, Thai music and the namesake bamboo décor. Thai Bamboo keeps racking up #1 Best Thai votes in reader polls and both the newest location on North Division and the CDA restaurant feature a Tiki-Beach styled lounge and a striking sky ceilings in the main dining rooms. Think Vegas with phad thai. Open 7 days per week with delivery available. www.thaibamboorestaurant. com. $-$$ BARBECUE Red Lion BBQ and Pub. For about 20 years, whether it was in the old rhythm and blues, peanut-shells-on-the-floor days, or more recently as a sports bar, there’s always been butt-kickin’ BBQ at this downtown corner spot. The undisputed star here is wine broiled chicken, spicy and robust, yet falling-off-the-bones moist and tender. Together with their signature fried bread and honey, and you have a BBQ experience that can’t help but please. 126 N Division. Kitchen open daily 11am10p.m., Fri & Sat 11am-1am. (Sunday breakfast buffet 9am-noon during football season.) (509) 835-LION (5466). www.redlionbarbeque.com. $-$$ BISTROS Corkhouse Kitchen + Bar. A warm and inviting spot in Liberty Lake, Corkhouse offers sleek spins on favorites like Mac and Cheese with chicken, bacon, and roasted jalapeno, sweetand-spicy Skillet Cornbread and the Double R Ranch Ribeye with blue cheese, hazelnut butter, and twice baked potato, as well as generous portions of inspired salads like the Kale and Quinoa.

Everything on the menu— including dressings, sauces and hamburger buns—are made from scratch and change seasonally. The casual yet gourmet bistro offers brunch on the weekends, lunch dinner throughout the week and a drivethrough coffee bar serving Thomas Hammer starting at 7am. Brunch and lunch prices range from $6 to $16, with dinner offered from $15 to $28. A cozy bar, outdoor patio and stellar service make Corkhouse an all-around winner for couples, families and single alike. Mon – Fri 11-9pm; Saturday

9-10pm; Sunday brunch only 9-3pm. Drive-thru espresso is open 7 days a week from 7-3pm. 1400 N Meadowwood Lane in Liberty Lake. (509) 9224210 www.corkhouse.net. $$-$$$ Downriver Grill. Innovative, local and seasonal cuisine in a sleek, modern space with dishes at various price-points to suit every diner. Try the Chipotle BBQ burger for a flavor-packed lunch or the Lemon Thyme Grilled Salmon for a leisurely dinner. Either way, you’ll want to sample the Chocolate Pot de Creme for dessert. Open Tues-Sun 11am-9pm. 3315 W Northwest Blvd in Spokane. www.downrivergrillspokane.com $$-$$$ Hay J’s Bistro.

This surprising Liberty Lake bistro located in a Conoco parking lot pulls off high end food in an intimate setting that is a delight given the asphalt and gas pumps fifty feet away. At lunch Hay J’s Bistro offers entrees like a Chicken Pesto Burger and a Blackened Steak Wrap. Several dinner favorites are the Crab Stuffed Chicken and the Bistro Medallions.

Hay J’s also offers catering and has developed a loyal following of locals who feel they no longer need to drive into Spokane for an upscale meal.

Mon-Thurs 11-9, Fri-Sat 11-10, Sun 3-8. (509) 9262310. 21706 E Mission Ave, Liberty Lake. www. hayjsbistro.com. $$-$$$ Herbal Essence Café. Northwest cuisine. This relaxed downtown restaurant tucked into the middle of a block on Washington serves Northwest bistro food and works hard to offer great service.

The menu offers up baseball-cut sirloins, a whole stuffed Dungeness crab and a swordfish steak stuffed with pesto and baked off with a parmesan crust. Try the award-winning house salad, brilliant with sliced pears, crumbled Gorgonzola and a white truffle vinaigrette. 115 N Washington.

Lunch Mon-Fri 11-2, Dinner Mon-Sat 5-close.

(509) 838-4600. www.herbalessencecafe.com.

Lunch $-$$, dinner $$-$$$ Satay Bistro. “American Fusion” with an emphasis on Asian and Mediterranean flavors and sophisticated presentation in an upscale-yet-cozy environment. Try the Chilean Sea Bass Spoons for a refreshing, zesty starter before moving on to homemade pasta for lunch or the fabulously tender filet mignon for dinner. Be sure to sample something from the extensive “saketini” list for a new take on the average cocktail. Open Mon-Sat 11am-10pm. 2501 N. 4th St. in Coeur d’Alene. $$-$$$.

The Wandering Table. A much-anticipated American tapas-style restaurant located in Kendall Yards. Chef Adam Hegsted delights with

a variety of small plates (try the Garden for a creative salad take, the Deviled Eggs, or the Popcorn), craft cocktails, a whiskey bar, and other substantial dishes, such as the Bacon-Wrapped Bacon Sliders or the Braised Shortribs. The chef is known for his previous culinary venture of the same name consisting of a twelve-course dinner party. Take his advice and go with the “You Choose the Price!” meal option for the table offered at $15-$65 per head for a surprising culinary journey. Hopefully it will include the Olive Oil Gelato for dessert. Open Tues-Thurs, 11:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m., Fri & Sat 11:30 a.m. - 1 a.m. Sun & Mon, 4 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. 1242 W Summit Pkwy in Kendall Yards. (509) 443-4410. www.thewanderingtable.com. $$ Wild Sage. Tucked into a classic 1911 brick building on 2nd and Lincoln, Wild Sage offers an intimate dining setting and memorable food with real flair. The atmosphere combines class and warmth.

Executive Chef Charlie Connor presents regionally influenced Northwest cuisine using only the finest locally sourced products. Try the Yukon Taquitos, the Crisp Bacon & Blue salad or the Cioppino.

Be sure to finish with a slice of the “Soon-to-beFamous” Coconut Cream Layer Cake with lilikoi sauce. This award-winning bistro is known for its inhouse bakery and an amazing array of gluten free options. Also make it a point to order something from their “scratch bar,” with or without alcohol.

They use only fresh juices and house-infused flavored liquors. Dinner seven nights a week, opening at 4 p.m. 916 W Second Ave in Spokane. (509) 456-7575. www.wildsagebistro.com. $$-$$$ BREAKFAST AND LUNCH SPECIALTIES Frank’s Diner. Frank’s has become a Spokane landmark in just over a decade. Both early 1900’s-vintage rail cars were originally obtained by the Knight brothers Frank and Jack during the depression, and each converted them to diners in Seattle and Spokane, respectively. Larry Brown, of Onion Bar and Grill fame, acquired the Seattle diner in 1991 and moved it to its present location, meticulously restored by well-know local restaurant restoration artisan, Pat Jeppeson. 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 pancakes. 1516 W. 2nd. Seven days 6-8p.m.. (509) 747-8798. 10929 N. Newport Highway, Sun-Thurs 6am-8p.m., Fri-Sat 6am-9p.m.

(509) 465-2464. www.franksdiners.com. $ Le Petit Chat Village Bakery. The rapid expansion of this Whitworth University neighborhood bakery and café is testament to the wonderful bread, sweet and savory croissants, and other pastries coming out of their kitchen. Le Petit Chat is a favorite hang-out both for the university crowd and plenty of other Northsiders, and is developing a reputation that extends much further. They recently added some salads to the lunch menu including a Salade Nicoise with Albacore tuna.

Open Mon – Fri 6:30 am – 6 p.m.; Sat 7:30 am – 3 p.m.; Sun 7:30 am – 1 p.m.. 9910 N Waikiki Rd in Spokane. (509) 468-2720. $ Little Euro. Valley fans of the Old European can rejoice. One look at the menu and you’ll see that Little Euro offers many of the same breakfast delights as it’s North Division sibling: Danish Aebelskivers, Swedish Crepes, and that mountain of breakfast on a plate they call Hungarian Goulash. Lunch also served. Open daily 6 am – 2 p.m.. 517 N Pines Rd in the Spokane Valley. (509) 891-7662. www.littleeurorestaurant.com. $-$$ Old European. Many of the recipes behind the amazing breakfast creations at the Old European arrived with Marie Mekkelsen when she emigrated from Denmark to America in 1906 at age 18, and this restaurant has remained a family affair with everything made from scratch, including Marie’s amazing Danish Aebelskievers (ball pancakes cooked in a cast iron skillet over an open flame). In addition to the original aebelskievers, Old European offers them stuffed with blueberries,

sausage and havarti, or huckleberries (in season) as well. Topped with whipped cream they are a true delight. Also worthy of note is the true, freshly squeezed orange juice and the massive Hungarian Goulash with shredded potatoes, peppers, onions, ham, sausage, bacon and four eggs topped with cheddar cheese and fresh tomatoes.

North: 7640 N. Division, (509) 467-5987. Mon-Sat 6am-2p.m., Sun 7am-3p.m.. 1710 E Schneidmiller Ave, Post Falls. (208)777-2017. Mon-Sat 6:302, Sun 7-2:30p.m. www.oldeuropean-restaurant. com. $ CASUAL DINING 315 Martinis and Tapas. Located within the historic Greenbriar Inn in Coeur d’Alene, this restaurant specializes in small plates with a global focus and well-crafted cocktails. Come sit in the intimate martini bar for happy hour beginning at 3:15 and enjoy drink and tapas specials, or share small plates or entrees along with live music on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights in the main dining room beginning at 6:00 p.m.. Expect good service, great atmosphere and an experience you won’t soon forget. Tues - Sun from 3:15 to close.

315 Wallace Ave in Coeur d’Alene. (208) 6679660. www.315martinisandtapas.com. $$-$$$.

FINE DINING Beverly’s. This flagship restaurant of the Coeur d’Alene Resort has recently remodeled its menu as well as its surroundings with great success.

Among our favorite discoveries on the new menu is Beverly’s Wine Spectator Magazine Grand Award winning-wine list. As one of the top restaurants in America, Beverly’s features fresh Northwest ingredients including morel mushrooms, Idaho potatoes, and wild huckleberries.

On the Lake in Coeur d’Alene. Visit www.cdaresort.com for the full menu. Lunch Mon-Sat 11-2:30, dinner seven days, 5-10. (Lounge open 10-Close.) (208) 765-2300 ext. 23 or (800) 6884142. $$$ Clinkerdagger. English pub décor overlooking the Spokane River. Known for their fresh seafood, steaks, and rock salt-roasted prime rib, Clinkerdagger is a favorite eating place among locals. Their salmon filet is one of the best in the area. The Broadway Pea Salad and Blums Coffee Toffee Pie are two classics since 1974. Two cozy fireplaces make for a warm, friendly atmosphere; 621 W Mallon (in the Flour Mill). Lunch Mon-Fri 11:15-2:30, Sat 11:30-2:30, Dinner Mon-Thurs 4:30-9, Fri 4:30-9:30, Sat 4-9:30, Sun lounge 2-9 and dinner 3-8. (509) 328-5965. www.clinkerdagger.com. Lunch $$, Dinner $$$ Stacks at Steam Plant. Named for the twin smokestacks that have been a part of the downtown Spokane skyline for nearly a century, Stacks offers a full-service dining experience in a oneof-a-kind space. Unique private dining spaces include boiler rooms where the original pipes still line the walls and ceiling. Signature dishes are created from scratch and incorporate ingredients produced only at the Steam Plant – including smoked meats, fish and vegetables, and many of the ales brewed on-site. 3p.m. – 10p.m. SunThurs, 3p.m. – 11p.m. Fri-Sat. 159 S. Lincoln, under the smokestacks downtown. (509) 7773900. www.steamplantspokane.com $$-$$$ ITALIAN Europa. Europa offers much more than pizza (Marsala Steak Penne and Sweet Pepper Tortellini, for example), but if pizza is what you want to eat, then Europa’s are among the best. Among their more notable choices are the “Our Favorite” (chicken, spinach, Feta, mozzarella, provolone, mushrooms, and onions) and the European (five cheeses, roasted garlic, white sauce, basil pesto, chicken, and shrimp). Shrimp, mushrooms, and fresh tomatoes add a twist to their version of the Hawaiian. And their desserts, all prepared entirely on-premise by pastry chef Christie Sutton, are indeed worthy of their 1st place honor.

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Ferrante’s Marketplace Café. This South Hill restaurant combines two great pastimes: gourmet Italian food and shopping. Ferrante’s offers a wide variety of gourmet pastas, pizzas, and paninis along with a kid’s menu and delicious gelato. Stop in for a full dinner or order it to go and shop in the marketplace while you wait. The marketplace offers unique gifts, such as jewelry, wines, cookies and candies, many from local vendors. Enjoy the neighborhood feel of this Italian café. 4516 S Regal. Tues-Sat 11-8p.m. (509) 443-6304. www. doitalian.com. $-$$

Steam Plant Brewing Co. & Pub. An amazing location for a brewery – under layers of catwalks and an 80’ ceiling inside the renovated steam plant. The brewery produces eleven handcrafted microbrews on-site, from their famous Double Stack Stout to several seasonal varieties. Its microbrews are also available to go in kegs and growlers. The Pub features multiple flat-screen TVs and a game room to make a night of it. The brews are complemented by signature menu items like the Coal Bunker cheese bread, smoked steelhead and beer cheese soup. 3p.m. – 10p.m. Sun-Thurs, 3p.m. – 11p.m. Fri-Sat. 159 S. Lincoln, under the smokestacks downtown. (509) 777-3900. www. steamplantspokane.com $$

Italian Kitchen. Owners Bryce and Lyndsay Kerr have created a beautiful and charming décor along with exquisite cuisine, not to mention the remarkable hospitality. Known for its Calamari, Tiramisu, and Lasagna from scratch, the Italian Kitchen is as authentic as you’ll find. They were recently placed on the “Best of the Best” list, which honors the top 17 Italian restaurants in the nation. 113 N Bernard.

Lunch Mon-Fri 11-3:30, Dinner Mon-Thur 3:30-9, Fri 3:30-10, Sat 4:30-10, Sun 4:30-9. (509) 3631210. www.italiankitchenspokane.com. $$ MEXICAN Rancho Viejo. Jose Rodriguez and his staff offer up traditional and familiar Mexican fare with some of the amplest portions and most caring familyfriendly service in Spokane. 14201 E Sprague. SunThurs 11-10, Fri & Sat 11-11. (509) 927-8428. www. rancho-viejo.net. $$ PIZZA The Flying Goat. Careful thought went into the design of this pub and pizza sibling of the Downriver Grill— and it’s paying off. The Goat offers both classic and artisan toppings on Neapolitan-style pies, the “char” on the crust imparting a distinctive, crunchy flavor. Try the surprising Kiernan and wash it down with a craft beer (14 taps, 1 gravity-fed cask beer, and over 50 more in bottles). The Goat has a “Mug Club” for regulars; all dishes are named after neighborhood quirks – see if you can decipher their menu-cryptography. Open daily at 11 am.

Closes at 10 p.m. (11 on Fri and Sat). 3318 West Northwest Boulevard in Spokane. (509) 327-8277. www.theflyinggoat.com. $-$$ PUB AND LOUNGE FARE Crafted. A gastropub located in the heart of downtown Coeur d’Alene, Crafted is serious about their brews and burgers. A casual and hip atmosphere with a generous patio for a post-lake rendezvous, Crafted offers solid burgers, like the B-I- Double G-I-E, a hamburger with bacon, avocado and sharp cheddar, and other creative dishes like the Spunky Crawfish Chowder, a variety of salads, and the Rockafella Ya’ll, layers of fried chicken, waffles and bacon topped with an egg and serrano-huckleberry syrup. Don’t forget to share the deep-fried Oreos— a nice treat to round out a day at the lake. Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-2am, Sun 11am-10pm. 523 Sherman Ave in Coeur d’Alene. (208) 292-4813 www.facebook. com/CraftedTaphouse $-$$ Manito Tap House. Manito is living into its name as a gastropub that offers high-quality dining fare to go with their 50 beers on tap. A fun pub atmosphere and friendly service make this a great hangout. Try the yam chips, the Carne Adovada, the Murphy’s Beef Boxty, or the inventive veggie burger that comes inside out,. 11 am – 11 p.m.

Sun – Thu. Open until 2 am Fri – Sat. 3011 South Grand Blvd in Spokane. (509) 279-2671. www. manitotaphouse.com. $-$$ The Onion. Established in 1978, the Onion is the grand dean of gourmet burgers and casual family dining in Spokane. From the Hula burger with ham and grilled pineapple, the “Big O” with bacon and avocado, to their namesake beer-battered onion rings, The Onion pays attention to details and does more from scratch than many other restaurants aspiring to loftier appellations. 302 W. Riverside, Sun-Thurs 11-11, Fri-Sat 11am-1am. (509) 747-

The Swinging Doors. Opened in May of 1981, the tavern turned restaurant has been in the same family for its whole life. With 27 beers on tap and 60 television screens, The Swinging Doors is a sports fan’s paradise. On the food front, the restaurant is famous for its large portions (which can be split). Breakfast is served all day and the huge pieces of Broasted Chicken remain the most popular item on the golf-themed menu. Show up for on your birthday for a free steak dinner. Open seven days a week from 6:45 am to 2 am. 1018 West Francis in Spokane. (509) 326-6794. www. theswingingdoors.com. $-$$ SEAFOOD AND FISH Anthony’s at the Falls. A welcome addition to the local seafood scene, Anthony’s combines a spectacular view of the Spokane Falls with an unwavering commitment to fresh seafood.

So much so that they operate their own fishing company for the sole purpose of supplying their restaurants. The success of this shows up in the always available, rich and flavorful seafood fettuccine and clam chowder, as well as on the fresh sheet. The four course “Sunset Dinners” served Mon-Fri from 4-6 for only $18.95 are particularly good values. 510 N Lincoln. Lunch Mon-Sat 11:30-3, Bar Menu in Lounge Mon-Sat 3-4, Dinner Mon-Thurs 4-9:30, Fri-Sat 4-10:30, Sun 3-9:30, Sunday Brunch (breakfast/lunch menu) 11-2p.m., Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4-6 with half-price appetizers and drink specials. (509) 328-9009. $$-$$$ STEAK HOUSES Spencer’s for Steaks and Chops. Greeted with dark mahogany paneling and crisp linens, Spencer’s has been a destination for USDA Prime beef for almost 15 years. Try the signature bonein Spencer Ribeye or pull out all the stops and order the dry-aged New York Strip. Beautiful fish and seafood are also featured and the kitchen offers a number of classic side dishes also – including a memorable au gratin hash browns laced with smoked bacon, sweet onions, and cheddar cheese. Open Mon-Thurs 11:3010, Fri-Sat 11:30-11, Sun 11:30 - 9. 322 North Spokane Falls Court inside the Doubletree. (509) 744-2372. www.spencersforsteaksandchops.com/ spokane. $$-$$$$ OTHER Brain Freeze Creamery. Ice cream, espresso drinks and sandwiches are offered all day at this welcoming, family-friendly spot in Kendall Yards.

The small-batch creamery supplies mom-and-pop stores The Scoop, Cannon Coffee & Cone and other locations around town and opened their own storefront in 2014. They offer 24 different flavors with at least a few vegan and dairy-free options each day. Try a scoop of their famed Palouse Crunch, a blend of cinnamon ice cream, red lentils and candied almonds, or Muddy CupsDirty Dishes, a brownie batter ice cream studded with mini peanut butter cups. Another favorite is Cakey Doe, vanilla cake batter ice cream with chunks of chocolate chip cookie dough. Anvil coffee and espresso and a small selection of hearty sandwiches broaden the menu just enough to suit everyone’s tastes. 1238 W Summit Parkway, Spokane. Sun – Thurs 7am-9pm, Fri & Sat 7am10pm, www.brainfreeze.bz (509) 321-7569. $-$$.

Liquid Libations Hot Toddy

The Original Hot Toddy Classic drinks to warm you this winter

by David H. Heemann

The crisp air, the crunch of snow beneath your feet and a crackling fire let you know it’s time to enjoy some classic hot cocktails. While I always enjoy my “adult” hot chocolate, I love taking the time to prepare some classics for friends stopping by to share a little holiday cheer.

There is no more classic hot cocktail than the Hot Toddy.

This Bourbon libation is a mixture of honey, water and spices.

Follow my simple recipe for a drink that is sure to please the most discerning cocktail enthusiast: Hot Toddy - combine 1 cup boiling water, 2 tbs. of honey and 1 orange slice. Let steep for 5 minutes or until the water is hot, but not boiling. Remove the orange slice, add 1/2 cup Bourbon (or other American Whiskey) and stir gently. Divide equally into 2 parts. Place a cinnamon stick in each glass, add a little freshly grated nutmeg and garnish with an orange twist (lemons may be used instead of orange).

If you have a little more time to prepare for the festivities, Hot Buttered Rums will be welcomed by all. With its claims to heal everything from a cold to holiday blues, this is a cocktail that everyone should make from scratch at least once. You can prepare the batter ahead of time and then mix to order; the batter will hold in the refrigerator for 14 days or frozen for 6 months.

The Batter - combine 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened with 1/4 cup heavy cream, 2 cups brown sugar, 1 tsp. cinnamon, 1/2 tsp. nutmeg, a pinch of ground cloves and mix until smooth; store refrigerated in an airtight container until ready to use.

Hot Buttered Rum – in the serving glassware, combine 2 ounces of dark rum, 2 tsp. of batter, top with hot water, stir and serve (for additional flavor use a heated dry hard cider instead of water).

For parties, or to refresh that caroling crew, you can’t go wrong with Wassail. I like to stay traditional here with a cider

based Wassail, after all it was originally consumed while singing to the apple trees and chasing away unwanted spirits to promote a bountiful harvest.

Wassail – core 3 apples and thickly slice into rings. Place on a baking sheet and cover with sugar (preferable raw). Insert 10 whole cloves into the exterior of one orange and place on the baking sheet. Bake both 25 minutes at 350°F. In a large sauce pan combine 2 quarts of hard cider, 1/2 cup Madeira or Brandy, 1 tsp. powdered ginger, 1 tsp. nutmeg, 1 tsp. allspice, 3 cinnamon sticks and bring to a bare simmer (don’t let it boil) for 15 minutes.

Place the liquid in a heat suitable punch bowl for serving. Cut the orange in half and add with the apple rings to the Wassail. For a historical Wassail, separate and whisk 6 eggs, re-combine and temper into the Wassail before adding the orange and apples.

While the classics are quite enjoyable, there is always something comforting about hot chocolate. In a crunch, don’t fret if you have to use powered or store bought hot chocolate – it will still be good, but try to take a little extra time and make it from scratch.

Hot Chocolate with Bailey’s® Irish Cream combine 1-3/4 cups of your favorite hot chocolate with 1/4 cup Bailey’s® Irish Cream, 2 tsp. peppermint schnapps and place in two serving mugs. For a more elegant version, garnish with fresh whipped cream, chocolate shavings and a candy cane.

This hot chocolate is my “go to” winter beverage while curled up on the sofa, the crackle of the fire in the background and settled-in for a nice evening. I encourage you to put your own twist on these cocktail favorites and make time to savor these classics with friends or someone special this winter.

David Heemann is a sommelier, a Culinary Institute of America alumnus and lawyer. You can follow David on his adventures and see what he’s cooking and drinking at the-gentleman-farmer.blogspot.com spokanecda.com • November • 2014

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