Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living #175 June 2020

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We often don’t realize how vital our body and spine alignment is until we’ve tweaked something or realize we are living in pain. We visit with providers who share best practices and the benefits of chiropractic and massage therapy care.

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10 hikes worth the trek

Photographer: Jon Jonckers SUP-ING ON THE SPOKANE RIVER Lacy Gannon paddling on the Spokane River past the Gonzaga University campus. Lacy owns SUP Spokane, and frequently competes in Stand Up Paddleboard races throughout the NW.

There is no shortage of hiking opportunities in our region, but what are some of the best ones? Read on for 10 you’ll want to put your feet on this summer.

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Editor Letter Stephanie’s Thoughts

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First Look and Buzz 10 Hikes Lilacs & Lemons Artist’s Eye Spokane Rising Why We Live Here

Chiropractic Care Massage Therapy & Some PT, too

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Local Cuisine Bacon Jam Burgers Dining Guide

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Clarksville Covid Commencement Speech

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The Scene Virtual Pride Week Public Libraries Heart of Spokane Retail Therapy

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Summer fun Your Summer Playbook

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THe Nest Color Tone Inspiration House Feature Outdoor Living Trends

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Editor-in-chief Stephanie Regalado | stephanie@spokanecda.com

Creative director/lead graphics Kristi Soto | kristi@spokanecda.com

Also Specializing in: Weddings, Family Events, Portraits, Senior Pictures, Product Shoots, Fashion, Royalty

Editorial Copy Editor | Carolyn Saccomanno Datebook Editor | Ann Foreyt

Photographers Jon Jonckers | Alicia Hauff | James & Kathy Mangis | James O’Coyne

Contributors Darin Burt | Doug Clark | Anthony Gill | Sarah Hauge | Kris Kilduff

Shari Moran | Megan Perkins | Kacey Rosauer | Anna Senchenko | Sharma Shields

President of Sales/co-publisher/co-founder Emily Guevarra Bozzi | emily@bozzimedia.com

Publisher & CEO Vincent Bozzi | vbozzi@bozzimedia.com

Office Manager Theresa Berglund | theresa@bozzimedia.com

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR/what you had to say

Within the Less, There is More

Letters to the editor

I always look forward to your message in each Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living magazine “letter from the editor.” I’m hoping this “virus from hell” will make everyone stop and think and slow down and care about one another and help those in need. Prayers for God’s comfort and peace for all people in our community, the USA, and the world as we move forward into the “new normal.” Blessings to you as you continue your important work.

–Trudy Thomson Raymond Really grateful that you brought up the fact that home is not a safe place for many people.

Current research suggests that when our children go back to school in the fall as many as 30 percent will suffer from PTSD. That’s a lot of children. During this time as you know, the criminal justice system has not functioned normally, exposing victims to even more abuse.

Hopefully we can talk about this in the not too distant future.

–Chuck Teegarden The feelings in your writing this month are spot on. If we all can take this time and just reflect on what, where and how we can change our lives and respect and comfort others as we go.

–Steve LeClair

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Love to see you guys finding ways to continually supply us with content during this unusual time.

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EDITOR LETTER/a note from Stephanie

Time Flies;

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hen I was a young mother, I would reflect out into the future, choosing any given expanse of time—5 years, 10 years, 15 years—and run through my mind how that would look for our family. How old would each of the kids be? Which grade would they be in? What would their lives look like? What would my life look like based on those scenarios? The further I pushed the years out, the more impenetrable those notions would be; such as when the big girls graduated high school, and my son would then be a senior in high school and our youngest, a middle schooler. How unrecognizable that felt, as my toddler and preschoolers ran about, tangling up with one another, skipping naps, and grinding something—well, just about everything— into the “no mess” zone of the carpeted living room with cream colored sofas. I would tell myself—as often as possible—to soak it all in because, based on my calculations, my nestlings would someday—right around 1,000 breezy years—take flight.

And until then, I needed to make some PB&J sandwiches, sans crust and cut into triangles; I needed to serve up snacks of sliced apples, skin removed; and the string cheese would either need to be strung off into venomous snakes, or pulled (not all the way) apart into octopus tentacles.

It’s a relief to remember those “octopus” string cheese days—every good mother’s long list of failings can be softened by such recollections.

Those 1,000 years blew by more swiftly than I had imagined they would. Those foreign thoughts of my rascally little kids

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Soak it in

becoming big kids becoming young adults … came true. Three of them have graduated high school. The caboose kid, once the ever-lasting baby of the family, is now a permitted and practicing car driver. One of the big girls even made me a (young) glamma, adding two darling, precious, mighty little girls to our family. So far, I haven’t allowed my mind to expand out over the years with my grand girls …

I’m happily riding shotgun as they drive their early years forward—one in the midst of babyhood and about to walk, and the other solidly into those precious preschool years.

As I’ve honored the “stay home, stay safe” rule over the last couple of months, I’ve daydreamed about having my brood back under my roof, all four of them testing my nerves and making life so incredibly … full and fun. I’m sure there were moments in their early years when I longed of them to grow and mature and tone down their voices and, perhaps, spill less. And now I’ve officially transitioned into the phase of my life where I long to hear their spirited voices and feel their sweaty arms wrapped too tightly around my neck. I beg of them to let me fill their plates with their favorite foods and fill their glasses with their favorite drinks. They occasionally oblige—coming over for brunch, our favorite meal together, spilling out of the living room sliding glass doors and onto the deck, draping their bodies over patio furniture with their heads tipped back and faces toward the sun, rousingly catching up with one another, laughter escaping with abandon. I never dreamed of this, I’ll whisper in my mind as tears heat up the corners of my eyes. But I love it so, I silently reply, as my heart promises itself I’ve enjoyed them every step of the way.

Fortunately, it takes less convincing for my 15 ½ year old, Peach, to spend time with me, so I’m still soaking her up as often as she allows it. We moved into new territory in our relationship last weekend after she convinced me to allow her to log some drive hours with a little road trip.

(She and I are kindred spirits in the “get the heck out of dodge” department.) It

was 2 p.m. and the little grand girls had just been retrieved by their mama after an overnight at my house. I was exhausted and about to take an afternoon snooze when Peach suggested we hop in the car and “go somewhere”—grabbing the attention of both the little dog and me. My years—and longing—as a mama made my eyes wide and we were filling water bottles and hopping in the car in less than 15 minutes.

I had been encouraging Peach to sharpen her already good photography eye, and to build up her Instagram with worthy images, so we both agreed the hour and a half drive to Washtucna to snap some colorful photos of the famed NW Bus was the perfect direction—and adventure— for the afternoon. The NW Bus is much like Seattle’s gum wall, but an abandoned school bus being slowly eaten by the earth instead of a wall in an alley, and visitors leave their mark with spray-painted instead of gum. There was a family in the bus when we arrived, and another family waiting in their car, so we climbed out of our car with our adventure pooch, Dixie, and walked around the perimeter until it was our “turn” to take hold the wonders for a bit. On the way back home, we stopped to snap pics of old trucks and farm equipment in the surrounding fields. We caught up on life, we sang along to the radio at the top of our lungs with the windows rolled down, almost died twice (practicing drivers are terrifying creatures), and etched into time beautiful memories of an ordinary Saturday afternoon we’ll always remember. And I loved it so.

Wishing you all an amazing start to your summer with many adventures to come. Please find me on Facebook and Instagram—and hop over to “like” the Spokane Coeur d’Alene Living pages—to stay connected between press dates, and share your thoughts, stories, and life in real time.

To time with those we love, Stephanie Regalado stephanie@spokanecda.com

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Hiking Trails Palouse Falls State Park

Palouse Falls Rd., LaCrosse DRIVE TIME: 1 hour, 48 mins LENGTH: 1.2 miles DIFFICULTY RATING: Easy/Moderate

Worth the Trek

photos and story by Anna Senchenko

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believe an outdoor lifestyle can add years to your life—the peaceful escape into nature helps you forget your stressors and increases your happiness.

With hundreds of miles of trails to explore throughout the

Pacific Northwest, the Spokane and Coeur d’Alene area provides some of my favorites for year-round activities.

From snowshoeing in the winter to walking through

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Hog Canyon Falls

Fishtrap Recreation Area DRIVE TIME: 30 mins LENGTH: 1.9 miles DIFFICULTY RATING: Easy

Rocks of Sharon

9399 S. Stevens Creek Rd., Spokane DRIVE TIME: 26 mins LENGTH: 4.6 miles DIFFICULTY RATING: Moderate

Indian Canyon Mystic Falls 4812 W. Canyon Dr., Spokane DRIVE TIME: 8 mins LENGTH: 0.80 miles DIFFICULTY RATING: Easy

puddles in the spring to catching sunsets with a picnic in the summer— whether you seek waterfalls or mountain tops—our region offers plenty of adventurous trails to keep you and your family tethered to nature and enjoying fresh air.

With clearer summer skies, it is a must for you to get out and explore our city and state parks. If you are looking for a new adventure, some more off the beaten path than others, here are a few of my favorites. Pull on your boots, grab your backpack and add these hikes to your list.

Liberty Creek and Edith Hansen Trail Liberty Lake Trail Loop, Liberty Lake DRIVE TIME: 24 mins LENGTH: 8.5 miles DIFFICULTY RATING: Moderate

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Riverside State Park—Bowl and Pitcher

4427 N. Aubrey L. White Pkwy., Spokane DRIVE TIME: 15 mins LENGTH: 2 mile loop DIFFICULTY RATING: Easy

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Hawk Creek Trail

Hawk Creek, Lake Roosevelt DRIVE TIME: 1 hour, 23 mins LENGTH: 1.2 miles DIFFICULTY RATING: Easy

Dishman Hills Natural Area Trail 625 S. Sargent Rd., Spokane Valley DRIVE TIME: 11 mins LENGTH: 4 miles DIFFICULTY RATING: Easy

Waikiki Springs Trail

Waikiki Springs, Fairwood DRIVE TIME: 20 mins LENGTH: 1.9 miles DIFFICULTY RATING: Easy

Blackhorse Lake Hiking Trail South Cheney Plaza Rd., Cheney DRIVE TIME: 36 mins LENGTH: 1.2 miles DIFFICULTY: Easy

Other trails to put your feet on: Mineral Ridge in Coeur d’Alene, ID; Sand Dunes in White Bluffs; and the John Wayne Pioneer Trail in Pine City.

Before you head out to any trail, check the Washington Trails Association website (wta. org ) or All Trails (alltrails. com) for trail reports. It’s a great way to get a glimpse of the area (photos are posted), see recent trail conditions, look up driving directions and find out whether or not you can take your fur babies with you.

Follow Anna on Instagram at @SpokanePlayground for food and adventure ideas from all around the region.

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FIRST LOOK/lilacs & lemons {bad}

{good}

{good out of bad}

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by Vince Bozzi

LILACS to all the health care workers at the frontlines of the pandemic. We appreciate you for essentially taking a bullet for us.

But also, LILACS to all the frontline workers at grocery stores and service stations, who risk their lives and take untold verbal abuse over things like mask wearing and social distancing.

LEMONS to the Washington State Supreme Court for releasing nearly 1,000 prisoners out of fear that a coronavirus outbreak might affect them. Prisoners have access to medical facilities and were probably safer in their confinement, and society definitely was. The irony is not lost on us that while they were sending prisoners out the back door, they were taking businesses that defied shutdown orders into the front.

LEMONS to the individuals or group who destroyed the exhibit of wooden crosses at city hall signifying the dead in Spokane due to COVID-19 just before a rally to re-open Spokane. Those who died deserve to be mourned, not desecrated. Peaceful protests are far more effective than riots.

Of course, the vast majority of those who gathered were peaceful and civil. It only takes one rotten apple, though.

LILACS to the Spokane City Council for putting outdoor dining on the fast track, so restaurants can be approved right away to help owners who are struggling with making a profit at only 50 percent capacity. We are hoping outdoor dining becomes a permanent fixture.

LEMONS to Governor Inslee for not allowing schools to find creative ways to allow graduations to happen this year. It would have been so easy to maintain social distancing at Joe Albi stadium and have each student wait a few seconds before walking across the stage to shake hands with a gloved superintendent. In the big scheme of things, it seems silly to mourn the loss, but tell that to the teens who struggled to get through this crazy year and would love THEIR chance to throw their caps into the air.

LILACS to Facebook for adding the location to political posts so users can tell if it originated locally or in a foreign country. It also helps that they’ve labeled paid posts as “sponsored.” Full disclosure is required in other mediums; Facebook should be no different.

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LILACS to the people of Spokane and North Idaho who have felt business owners’ pain, buying gift certificates, ordering takeout food, paying for memberships in advance, shopping in online carts, and otherwise letting them know they’ll be back when this thing ends. It’s sometimes hard to remember, but the people who loved your business before the virus hit still love you now and are happy to come back. We do mourn those restaurants that simply couldn’t weather the storm and closed before Phase 2 began. If you love a business, support it now more than ever.

LEMONS to those who “snitched” on businesses that were merely trying their best to survive and to avoid the fate of all those which had to close. Unless they are directly harming someone or shafting their customers, we believe it’s best to mind one’s own business. We found it ironic that those who wished to remain anonymous posted on a site that informed them that the results would be part of the public record.

LILACS to Mayor Woodward for pushing hard for Spokane to move into Phase 2. As of this writing, cases have increased to the point where we are worried about the governor reversing our gain. For this reason, whether or not you believe they help, we would suggest business owners wear masks.

FIRST LOOK/artist’s eye

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by Megan Perkins

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

View

Parkade Street

When I am running errands around downtown, I always make sure to look up. I’m

looking for architectural details, light hitting windows that creates interesting reflections, and buildings peeking though gaps. The Parkade is a fun one to try to spot because it is visible from a surprising number of vantage points. On your daily routine, try looking up rather than at your feet. You may be surprised by what you see.

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FIRST LOOK/spokane rising

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by Anthony Gill

Building a

Post-Pandemic

Urbanism

In April, I wrote that we would be living with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic for

years to come. At that point, only 200,000 people had been sickened globally (including just 10,000 in the United States), but it was already clear that this would be a crisis unlike anything most of us have seen in our lifetimes.

Now, as of this writing, we have sadly reached 4.6 million global cases, including 1.5 million in the United States—by far the worst outbreak in the world. More than 88,000 people have died in this country, a rate that makes it almost ten times more deadly than the seasonal flu.

Any wishful presumption that we could simply “return to normal” or “reopen Spokane” as this crisis subsides should be seen as woefully misguided. The new world will look different, and we should prepare for and adapt to that reality, rather than bargain with the disease.

The City of Spokane can take a leadership role by modeling a safe reopening for a vibrant, urban city.

To ensure safe recreation, the City should close miles of neighborhood streets to throughtraffic and allow in-street, physically distant walking, biking, and skating. Our existing “Summer Parkways” proves that this is possible with minimal to no disruption, and in other cities which have enacted similar programs, the response has been overwhelmingly positive.

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

Some have even pledged to make the changes permanent.

To assist local restaurants, which will contend with 50 percent indoor occupancy limits in Phase 2 of the state’s “Safe Start” plan, the City should waive parking requirements and allow lots to be used asof-right for additional socially-distant patio dining.

To ease the burden for renters and commercial lessees currently receiving protection from eviction, the City should require landlords to allow payment plans once those protections expire. Otherwise, some who have become unemployed during this crisis may be faced with unpayable $10,000+ bills which will only exacerbate their housing instability.

To help artists and performers dependent on large gatherings which are unlikely to be allowed before Phase 4 of the statewide reopening, the City should allow use of its facilities for other forms of creative expression—like gallery space, temporary installations, and murals.

To prepare for the possibility that at least some classes will remain online this fall, the City should do everything it can to expand internet and computer access to students— like expanding the City’s own Wi-Fi network to more nodes across the city.

While we may long for a classic Spokane summer, and while it is fine and rational to lament the loss of businesses and employment as a result of this crisis, no amount of complaining will change the facts on the ground.

As citizens, we should continue to wash our hands, wear face masks, physically distance, and reach out to one another for support. Meanwhile, city leadership should recognize the actions it can take now to ensure a safe, equitable, and successful reopening, while planning ahead for our post-pandemic future.

The views expressed in this column are not necessarily those of the magazine’s ownership.

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Hikers enjoying the sunset overlooking the Palouse from the Rocks of Sharon in the Iller Creek Conservation Area. photo by Jon Jonckers

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Celebrating

Pride from Home

MONDAY, JUNE 8 - SATURDAY, JUNE 13

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lthough the community won’t be gathering for the Pride Parade and Rainbow Festival in person this summer due to the pandemic—and will be taking the festivities online for Spokane Virtual Pride Week— the event message remains the same, and continues to be as colorful as a rainbow, bold and true: You are loved. You are worthy. You are fully accepted for who you fully are … every single one of you.

OutSpokane promotes and empowers visible diversity for Spokane’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and citizens with identities beyond the binaries (LGBTQA+). Through supportive education and the annual collaborative production of the area’s family-friendly Pride Parade and Rainbow Festival, this volunteer organization provides progressive cultural

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opportunities and experiences for the greater Inland Northwest community.

In partnership with Inland Northwest Business Alliance, whose vision has been to create an economically robust and civically engaged community through the acceptance of diversity throughout our region for more than 25 years, Spokane Virtual Pride promises six nights full of celebration, solidarity and Spokane Pride with live streaming content to include words of encouragement, a digital exhibitor hall, drag and musical/artistic performances and giveaways from the comforts of your own home.

For a schedule of events and more information, visit spokanevirtualpride. org or follow along on social media at @ outspokane.

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by Sharma Shields

Sharma Shields, born and raised in Spokane, is the author of Favorite Monster: Stories and The Sasquatch Hunter’s Almanac: A Novel. She lives on the South Hill with her husband and two children.

It might be the same for you: these days it’s difficult for me to focus. I’m juggling novel

writing, part-time work, and managing two grade schoolers’ homework schedules, plus the anxiety I unwrap when I think about … well … everything. The most poignant part of isolation has been when the kids express their sadness and frustration at not being able to see their friends, their school, or the libraries we usually attend. Even their grandparents’ house is, necessarily, off limits.

When I think of the libraries being closed, I too want to weep. Going to the library and checking out dozens of books for my family was a favorite calming pastime, and having worked at various Spokane County Library District branches, I find myself worrying for the people who relied on those resources daily and now no longer have access to them. How hard this is, for so many. My family, living in a house filled with devices of all sorts and good WiFi, really has no reason to complain.

The libraries are continuing to provide WiFi service for those who need it. If you have a device and need service, you can approach a Spokane Public Library or Spokane County Library branch and get free WiFi through them. With eleven District branches and eight Spokane Public Libraries across the city and county, there are several locations available.

While this doesn’t help those without computers or devices, it does provide a much-needed service.

The libraries are also providing excellent content to the public, and in many ways remain open even as their doors are closed. Both SPL and the District offer digital downloads of music, movies, TV shows, magazines, ebooks, audiobooks, and more, through apps such as Kanopy (SPL), Freegal (SPL), RBDigital (SPL), Flipster (District), Hoopla (District) and Overdrive (both). If you need a new read, even in the middle of the night, you can hit up the library with your e-reader and pluck one up immediately. Or, if it’s a very popular title you’re

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seeking, you might have to wait your turn, but still, it’s easy—and free. Instructions for how to do this, based on the device you use, are detailed on each respective website: spokanepublic.org or scld.org, depending on whether you’re within or outside of Spokane city limits (city residents can only use SPL’s digital services, and those outside of city limits can only use the District’s).

Spokane County Library District has added Creative Bug to their digital library suite, which gives you access to thousands of online classes about arts and crafts.

Now might be the perfect time to take up knitting, or jewelry making. Or you can learn a new language with the program Pronunciator, or take a business or design class with Lynda.

As I write this, my kids and I are very interested in joining a graphic novel book talk happening for children soon, offered through the Spokane Public Library on Zoom. SPL is also doing live Facebook storytimes (a good fit for toddlers and

preschoolers), offered every weekday morning at 10 a.m. and every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 7 p.m. You must have a Facebook account to attend.

And keep your eyes peeled, too, for virtual Summer Reading exercises, which will no doubt appear in June on the library websites. Kids of all ages will love signing up for the program and keeping track of their reading. It’s exciting for them to win badges and watch their list of consumed books expand.

Lastly, it’s been an enormous comfort every night to read with my two children in my bedroom, a pre-COVID routine for us that reminds us that we’re safe and well and reasonably happy. Sometimes I read to them from the beautiful new reissue of the Edith Hamilton classic Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes. Or, like last night, we just cuddle up reading our own books. My 8-year-old daughter just finished The Willoughbys by Lois Lowry (she loved it), my 10-year-old son, who loves running track and is lamenting the ruined track season, Ghost by Jason Reynolds. Both books are great for 8-12 year olds. I’m very luxuriously and slowly reading Hilary Mantel’s third installment of her Wolf Hall Trilogy, The Mirror and the Light. This series, about Thomas Cromwell, the chief minister to Henry VIII, is a historical fiction masterpiece.

Don’t forget, too, that our wonderful local bookstores continue to need your help so that they can thrive despite the closure. Be sure to order books locally, over the phone or online, and not from the giant website leviathans. Keep your money local and support those who really sincerely care about readers, books, and community.

And let’s hear it for our public libraries and their continued dedication to us, even in the face of their physical closure.

I can’t wait to trudge home with my shoulders aching from checking out our item limit again. I look forward to that day. It aches a little to think of it, and it also brings me hope.

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and should feel that way. Teen & Kid Closet caters to children and youth in need, providing them with fashionable, good quality clothing and accessories for free. We give them choices when so often they have none.

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Co-Founder, Teen & Kid Closet Established: 2007 Annual Event: Bourbon & Bacon Bash, September 19, 2020

What is your personal connection to the organization? I helped create

Teen & Kid Closet (TKC) after much of my life (since childhood) was spent wondering and worrying about the plight of children in foster care. When I was in elementary school, our neighbors became foster parents, hoping to adopt. I got really attached to those kids; then, they would just be gone, and different kids would be there. I didn’t understand why every child wasn’t growing up like me, with a family that provided everything a child deserves (a safe, loving environment) and was so concerned about what had happened to those kids.

Years later I would turn into an advocate for these children. I started my “Wednesday’s Child” segment on 4 News Now in 2004, opened TKC in 2007 and became a foster mom in 2015.

What is something people may not know about TKC? Teen & Kid

Closet was first established as Teen Closet, to clothe teenagers in foster care in Spokane.

Since then our mission has grown and morphed. Now we are Teen & Kid Closet, serving newborns to young adults; and not just in foster care, but those in poverty and homelessness

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and from all over Eastern Washington and North Idaho. We may see the same children year after year, or we may see them once, if perhaps their family has just hit a tough place financially. We anticipate seeing many, many more children in the months ahead due to the pandemic.

What do you love most about our community? Our community answers the call! People are generous and want to help our kids once they know the need.

How do you let go and enjoy personal time? I love spending time with

my kids (when they’re around). I can’t tell you how much I love seeing my son on the stage— he’s an actor and has done a number of shows at the Spokane Civic Theatre—and watching my youngest daughter on the soccer field. I also enjoy time with friends and time alone with a good book or on a hike.

Who is your ideal donor? My ideal monetary donor gives consistently, stays in touch with TKC and attends our events. For clothing, the ideal donor is conscientious to our needs. That person doesn’t treat us like Goodwill and just dump all their “junk” on us, but really thinks about what she is giving. She gives new or very gently used clothing items with no stains or tears, items that are currently in fashion, clean, and folded.

What sets your organization apart from other nonprofits? While TKC

serves a very specific, basic need of clothing, our volunteers provide so much more. Our focus is on the dignity of every person who comes in our doors.

What excites you about the future of the organization? I’m most excited about the prospect of helping more children.

As TKC’s name is more widely known, and as we launch our new fundraiser (Bourbon & Bacon Bash) and grow our fun run (Socktoberdash), our reach will continue to stretch, allowing us to help so many more children.

What does the organization most need now? Teen & Kid Closet mostly needs the pandemic to be over so we can serve those who need us. Materialistically, we could always use cash donations (with rent to pay and lights to keep on) and we can never have enough underwear.

That’s an item we can not accept “used.” We need packages of brand-new underwear, every size, from little potty trainers to the biggest adult sizes. If anyone wants to do a donation drive to help, let me know.

For more information, visit teenkidcloset.org.

Admire a leader in philanthropy? Please email stephanie@spokanecda.com with details to see them featured in a future issue in The Heart of Spokane.

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When she opened women’s clothing

store Boardwalk Boutique in 2008, former accountant Rachel Stippich was establishing a new business—but in many ways she was returning to familiar territory.

“My mom had a women’s clothing store up in Bonners Ferry,” says Stippich of the business her mom owned for about 40 years before retiring. “I had worked with her for years.” She accompanied her mom, Anne Bonar, to market (where store owners seek out garments to be sold in the next season) as a young teen. She and her mother even had their own clothing line for a time, helping her learn the ins and outs of a wellconstructed garment.

Even after choosing a career in accounting, Stippich continued to feel drawn to fashion. At her accounting firm, her clothing-related skills were regularly called into use. “I was personal shopping for all the women there,” she says. “I like fashion. I like that it changes all the time. I like how creative it is. I’m an accountant at heart, but fashion is kind of a fun outlet.”

The joy of owning a boutique, she says, is the customers. “One thing I love is that I have a real connection with our clients.”

With her 3,400-square foot shop located near the Coeur d’Alene Resort, her clientele includes groups of friends who regularly stop by the store, visitors to the city who happen to wander in, and destination shoppers from Spokane.

For Stippich, the best part of the job is the satisfaction of connecting a customer with the perfect garment. “I love it when ladies come in and tell me they bought a blouse from me or bought a top here, and every time they wear it someone comments on it, or they feel good in it,” she says. “It’s just great to help others feel better about themselves. I think most boutique owners, why they’re in business is because of that.”

Though the store’s primary clientele is probably “40 and up … we kind of sell to everybody,” says Stippich, whose five

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employees range in age from 22 to 72. “We do a little bit of everything” in terms of styles sold, with the primary focus being casual wear but also including workwear, resort wear, and dressier options, as well as accessories, sandals, and shoes.

“We try to focus on quality items, things that you’re going to have year after year,” says Stippich, who has observed customers wanting to get away from fast fashion and taking more interest in where their clothing is made. “There is kind of a trend going away from disposable clothing. I think people are wanting more quality items that will last,” she says. The store proudly carries “a lot of made in the U.S. and Canada.”

“I think people are willing to spend a little bit more to have something that’s going to wear well, and look nice, and going to last.” Stippich notes that durability is always a focus, and something she looks for in the items she sells. “Honestly, what my clients like is, they want to be able to wash something and have it come out looking the same as it went in”—not shrunken or discolored. These simple focuses make a big difference in customer satisfaction.

Living through a pandemic has brought myriad challenges to small business owners like Stippich, whose store reopened at the beginning of May. Having initially launched her business during the 2008 recession, Stippich says she was a little better prepared this time to take on a crisis. Rather than being a new businessowner just learning the ropes, “My books are up to date, my taxes were done and filed on time, so I was able to file and get loans because everything was in order.” She also has established relationships with vendors, which will help her navigate the murky waters ahead.

Given the circumstances, “I think everything’s going along fine. Each weekend there’s a little more people [out shopping].

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Spokane’s Premier Dress Boutique

Retail Therapy There has been no time like the current times to feel the need for some retail therapy. We are proud to share six of our favorite local shops with you: Bridal Collections

Bridal Collections is proud to be locally owned and women operated for nearly four decades. With more than 500 hand selected gowns from the top bridal designers around the world, you are guaranteed to find the perfect wedding gown and more. Their mission is to make every bride feel beautiful, confident, and loved—on her wedding day and during the entire wedding planning process.

3131 N. Division St., (509) 838-1210, thebridalcollections.com.

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The team at The Bohemian are redefining home and heart with a shopping experience that will leave you wanting more.

With more than 50 local artists calling The Bohemian home, you will find: homemade gifts, bath and body care, custom and unique furniture and home décor, and a stunning collection of vintage jewelry. They have expanded three times in two years—thanks to their new and existing customer base—and they hope to meet you soon. 12019 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley, (509) 496-1859, thebohemianspokane@gmail.com

Finders Keepers

The team at Finders Keepers absolutely loves special occasions and believes shopping for them should be special in its own right. They carry high-quality gowns hand-selected by their team. People travel from miles around to experience their highprofile designers and knowledgable staff.

Finders Keepers has been in business for more than 10 years and are a key member of our local community, with everyday regulars and new customers coming back time after time. 18 W. Main Ave., Spokane, (509) 6241251, finderskeepersboutiques.com.

Jema Lane Boutique

The top priority at Jema Lane is their customers.

Their hope is that everyone who comes through their door leaves feeling pampered and beautiful.

Women come in all different shapes and sizes, which is why Jema Lane carries sizes XS-3XL. You’ll find a unique selection of clothing, jewelry, handbags and accessories.

The Jema Lane team is happy to help you find the perfect outfit or gift. 323 S. Pines Rd., Spokane Valley, (509) 321-2330, jemalane.com.

Rumour Boutique

Rumour is a small boutique filled with comfortable, casual clothing and beautiful accessories at affordable prices for teens to moms, and children, too.

They pride themselves on their quality product, and all of their pieces are hand-selected with the latest styles in mind. Owner Laura Griffin says, “It has always been my dream to open a fun, fashionable boutique for the Coeur d'Alene area—Rumour embodies everything I imagined possible. It's fun, fearless, casual and it certainly has a country vibe to it.” 5648 N. Government Way, CDA, (208) 755-9890, rumourboutiques.com.

Simply Northwest

With convenient hours and a fullservice website for online orders— with local delivery and shipping options—you simply cannot find a better way to give unique gifts. Simply Northwest also offers printed and etched promotional items for your business or event; convention and event execution services; and in-home décor consultations. Owner Denielle WaltermireStuhlmiller and her team go above and beyond for their customers and our community. 11806 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley, (509) 9278206, simplynorthwest.com.

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Wild Walls Climbing Gym

You don’t have to travel to the Himalayas to climb a mountain. Located downtown in a historic armory building, Wild Walls Climbing Gym boasts 6,000 square feet of climbing and bouldering structures where climbers of all levels can challenge their skills. As a family activity, indoor rock climbing is at the top of the pack. There are few sports where every member of the family can participate at the same time. Children and parents get a sense of excitement and accomplishment from their very first climb. No experience is necessary, and everyone can climb at their own pace.

Wondering if you have what it takes? If you can climb a ladder, then you can climb a wall. If you’re new to climbing, take the Vertical Introduction class where you’ll learn the fundamentals to climb indoors from trained professionals: fitting the harness, knot tying and proper belay technique. Kids can defy gravity and gain selfconfidence at summer camp climbing sessions, as well. wildwalls.com –DB

TIME BOMB

I may be biased because I collect vintage toys, but Garland District’s ‘Time Bomb’ is the Inland Northwest’s most explosive adventure into your childhood. The eclectic, oft-crowded space can be a bit overwhelming for newcomers, but Owner Joshua Scott (who you’ll never see out from behind the counter) holds the key to what makes this special. When his job isn’t consisting of helping you remember that the bearded bad guy in “Popeye" is named Bluto or informing you that that underwater cartoon with the guys who had straws coming out of their heads that you loved as a kid was called “Snorks”—he is knee deep (literally) in auctions and garage sales hunting long forgotten fragments he hopes will turn a stranger into a shopper. One of the few shops in Spokane perfect for every age group, Time Bomb is sure to light the biggest cynic's fuse. 600 W. Garland Ave. –KK

interactive arcade experience in a safe, friendly environment. You and the kids can test your gaming skills with the latest in nonviolent video games. Or you can go old school with some head-to-head action in the sports zone. Either way, you’ll rack up plenty of prize tickets throughout the day. Then everyone can hit up the prize zone to redeem their tickets for tons of great prizes. Kids Quest features an hourly children’s entertainment center for children between the ages of 6 weeks and 12 years.

There’s even Quest Café—serving kidfriendly snacks, meals and beverages. –DB

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FOR THE WHOLE CREW Giant Nerd Books

The term “nerd” can reference a whole gamut of intellectual traits. Owner Nathan Huston doesn’t wear a pocket protector, but he could probably make use of a dewy decimal system. Hidden away on Monroe Street just north of the trendy and modern Kendall Yards, Giant Nerd Books feels like your own dim lit private library to the obscure.

Browse hand-picked shelves of graphic novels and vintage paperbacks … books about hot rods, pin-up girls and conspiracy theories. Sort through chests of ultra-rare and out of print novels; maybe you won’t be able to tell anyone you found a first edition Fight Club or maybe you’ll end up the only muggle in Spokane who owns Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone signed by JK Rowling. Either way, it’s worth the visit. giantnerdbooks.com –KK

Northern Quest

Northern Quest Resort & Casino is the ultimate Vegas-like experience without the airfare.

Play a hand of poker, try your luck at the slots and partake in off-track betting inside the Turf Club Lounge. Complete your visit by spending a day at La Rive Spa, attending a live show, enjoying a fine cigar or a specially selected glass of wine, devouring a superb dinner at Masselow’s, featuring USDA Prime steaks and fresh seafood, and cozying up in the modern resort rooms. northernquest.com

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LA RIVE SPA

Ghost Signs Tour

For more than 20 years, my father painted signs and billboards for local businesses and was always adamant to point out the dilapidated hand-painted advertisements preserved have made Spokane iconic for adventurers with an ardor for history. Spokane Historical Society offers a toured trek through the trails of our modern metropolis.

Muse upward for a moment at the century-old commercials colored across the porous paneling and treasure a time of signs composed brick-bybrick. spokanehistorical.org –KK

From the moment you enter La Rive Spa at Northern Quest, you’ll experience the soothing elements of nature, relax in luxurious lounges and rejuvenate in experiential showers, co-ed relaxation lounge, saunas and beautiful pool complete with outdoor sun deck. Restorative massage, facials, body wraps and other spa treatments are enriched by a palette of natural and native materials—inspired by, and derived from, the Pend Oreille River and surrounding landscape. Plus, with every visit to La Rive Spa—a Forbes Travel Guide’s four-star rated spa since 2012—you’ll enjoy a thoughtful range of amenities that include full day access to the spa as well as a glass of bubbly or an award-winning Washington wine. northernquest.com –DB

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If your endless-summer dreams include riding the waves—or the tranquil waters of the Spokane River—Fun Unlimited makes the sport of stand up paddle-boarding fun and accessible. Stand Up Paddle-boarding (SUP) involves standing on a large board and propelling yourself along with a single bladed paddle. It’s pretty easy to pick up with instruction and nearly anyone can do it, provided you can swim (this is a water sport, after all). From your unique vantage point above the water, you can leisurely take in the scenery and glimpse wildlife along the shoreline. Stand up paddleboarding can also be a great way to work out. Crossfit and yoga enthusiasts use the sport as a training activity, as it gives you nearly a full body workout with emphasis on strength, balance, core and endurance. Fun Unlimited offers SUP rentals (by the hour, day and week) and lessons with easy river access from the Centennial Trail under the Division St. Bridge. Want to up the excitement factor? Fun Unlimited offers Wakesurf Boat and Jet Ski rentals in Post Falls and Coeur d’Alene. cdasports.com –DB 48

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The Circling Raven Golf Club

The Circling Raven Golf Club is renowned as one of the finest golf challenges in the region, the nation and the world. Voted North Idaho’s Best Course and a Golf Digest Top 100 Course, Circling Raven offers an enthralling 18 holes to conquer. Enjoy the scenic beauty of this championship course, nestled among 620 acres of wetlands, woodlands and Palouse grasses. Plus, enjoy a refreshing cocktail and bite to eat at Twisted Earth before or after your game This is the perfect summer adventure for a solo getaway to clear your head or for a trip with colleagues, business associates, friends or family. cdacasino.com

Ponderosa Springs Golf Course/Capone’s Pub on the Green

You don’t need to be Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy or even Happy Gilmore to score some fun at Ponderosa Springs Golf Course—and grab some post-game refreshments at Capone’s Pub on the Green. Ponderosa Springs is a nine-hole, par-three course, meaning you can leave your driver in the bag and focus on your short game. Because the fairways are short (but still challenging with ponds, creeks and hills) and the play quicker, it’s a great outing for families with children over 6 years old. There’s even Night Golf on summer evenings. Best of all—no tee times or dress code. At the clubhouse (also known as Capone’s), the menu features appetizers like Loaded Fries (a pound and a half of fries topped with bacon, green onions and melted cheese), Capone’s signature chicken wings, and Build Your Own burgers, chicken & waffles, Chicken Bacon Club (flame broiled all-natural chicken breast with basil-roasted garlic mayo, lettuce, tomato and honey bacon), and healthy salads and wraps. Wash it down with a frosty beverage—Capone’s boasts an impressive list of craft and domestic beers and ciders. caponespub.com –DB

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The Inland Northwest is one of the most beautiful places in the state, and one of the best ways to take in the scenery is with a round of golf. Celebrated since 1898 for its competitive challenge and impeccable care and beauty, the Kalispel Golf and Country Club, nestled along the Little Spokane River, is where the region’s most passionate golfers call home. The 72-par course has remained largely unchanged since its design. With natural landscaping and the opportunity to see deer, moose and other animals wandering across the fairways, the Kalispel Golf and Country Club experience is second to none. As a semi-private course, the Kalispel Golf and Country Club offers a limited number of tee times to non-members—so book early. And don’t forget to stop in for happy hour or Sunday brunch, two of the best experiences—and costs—of the sort in the region. kalispelgolf.com

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hen the Duffy family was looking for a home in 2005, this South Hill Colonial was the perfect fit. They liked the age and aesthetic of the 1937 home, and they loved the location. “We came across this and loved it, loved the neighborhood,� says Heidi Duffy, who lives in the home with her husband, Frank, and daughter, Caroline, 12; their son, Carson, is away at college.

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“It just felt like the most grown-up home we’d ever lived in,” says Heidi. The location is ideal. “The neighborhood is just a great neighborhood,” with close proximity to restaurants and parks. They can run errands on foot, and it’s just a short drive to downtown.

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When it came to the home itself, initially Heidi expected that they’d get away with fairly minor work. “I walked in and I thought, ‘Oh, the house is great as-is. We will just do cosmetic renovations.’”

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You can probably guess where this is headed. In the end, the Duffys gutted the kitchen and family room, gutted the master bedroom and the master bathroom, and gutted the kids’ bathroom. “Oh, and the basement,” Heidi recalls, going through the litany of projects they’ve undertaken over the past 15 years. “It was an unfinished basement. We completely redid that as well.” At this point, “We’ve touched every square inch of this house, inside and out.”

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They wanted to celebrate the home as it was originally designed while filling it with things they love and making it functional for their lifestyle. “We definitely wanted to honor the Colonial style of the home but also bring in our own personal style,” says Heidi. Today an array of vivid hues fills the home, jewel tones prominent among them.

“We love color, so that was a big change we made—we really amped up the color throughout the home.”

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"It just felt like the most grown-up home we’d ever lived in."

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Since 2017, the Duffys have worked with Wendy Nolan, senior interior designer and owner of 509 Design, on a list of renovated spaces that includes the office, living room, dining room, family room, two upstairs bedrooms, and a hallway. Wendy, Heidi

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Collaborating with Wendy was a lot of fun, says Heidi. “She looked a lot at the things we already had in our house. I felt like she just locked into the things that I was looking for immediately.� She helped them showcase and repurpose what they already had, and brought in new elements to bring their style even more to life.

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The home displays pieces the Duffys have collected over the years, both locally and around the world. Pillows on the window seat in Heidi’s office, for instance, are covered in blue and white square print fabric she purchased in Provence, France, and held onto for years until she found just the right use for them. There are light fixtures picked up from a flea market in France that were candlesticks used on a boat. There’s a wedding cake chandelier from an

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The renovations emphasize the collected, layered style, visible in larger-scale choices like the wallpaper in the master bedroom, which is echoed through the mirrored closet and drawers on the wall leading to the master bathroom. The remodeling process had them carefully rethinking the space available in the once-cramped master bath. They handled it by borrowing some unused space from the master bedroom and eliminating

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the tub, which didn’t fit their needs, making room for a more accommodating and luxurious space, with his and hers sinks and a walk-in shower. “We made the bedroom smaller and the bathroom bigger,” says Heidi. They selected timeless finishes, using marble for all of the tile (mixing up the patterns to create visual interest), and painted the walls a soft sage green that complements the wallpaper’s hues.

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The family loves to entertain, and the home easily accommodates large groups. The renovation process more than doubled the seating in the navy-walled family room. The lofted ceiling and contemporary lines of the chandeliers in this room off the kitchen draw the eye upward, while builtins, cozy upholstered seating, and a large, patterned area rug ground the space and layer in comfort.

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The doors along the back side of the house open onto the brick patio. Opening all of those doors “makes entertaining large groups really easy,� says Heidi. For formal occasions, the Stickley furniture in the dining room provides plenty of seating and pairs nicely with the ornate chandelier and row of contemporary artwork that lines the wall opposite a row of windows.

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The living room is a prime example of the home’s eclectic yet traditional style, with its deep emerald walls, zebraprint chairs, tasseled ottoman, and pops of metallics in the framed mirror, wall sconces, and fireplace. The oak floors that run throughout the majority of the home provide a neutral backdrop for the plays on color and texture. Accents of coral also enliven this space, like in the lacquered table—formerly an ordinary mahogany table—as well as on Heidi’s Pearson sofa, which was reupholstered in a vibrant print.

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Among many well-loved spaces in the home, Heidi is especially fond of her office, with its denim-blue walls, built-in shelving, warm wood desk, and cushioned window seat. The bay window here and the one in the living room provide prime spots to relax with a book or gaze outdoors.

One place where the homeowners made more minimal color choices is on the exterior.

The original home, in the 1930s, was white with black shutters. When the Duffys purchased

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the home in 2005, however, “it had been painted kind of a pink brick color with a yellowy cream color in between the brick over the grout lines,� Heidi recalls. This was a bold color combo, but not necessarily a good bold. Early on in their tenure as

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With all of the renovations and projects completed over the years, the Duffys now find themselves using each part of the home, which wasn’t always the case, and finding something to appreciate about every single space. “I love—we love—every square inch of the house,” says Heidi.

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Based on insights from decking contractors, retailers and home design experts, industry leader Trex Company has compiled its annual outdoor living forecast, predicting the top design trends for 2020 and beyond.

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1. Mixed materials 2020 is the year to mix it up. Add visual interest to an outdoor space by juxtaposing materials such as concrete and composite, wicker and aluminum, copper and stone. Integrate natureinspired materials that maintain cohesion with the natural surroundings, and infuse color and pattern with pillows, cushions, furnishings and decorative accents.

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2. Sizzling kitchens As the foodie phenomenon continues to thrive, outdoor kitchens will continue to evolve. Picture fully appointed culinary centers complete with specialty appliances such as smokers, pizza ovens and integrated refrigerated storage—all housed in stylish all-weather cabinetry.

“A good kitchen is essential—whether indoors or out,” says Victoria, host of HGTV's “Windy City Rehab” and DIY's “Kitchen Crashers.” “A well-designed and well-appointed kitchen becomes the heart of any space. It's where people gather. It's where memories are made.”

three four 3. Industrial inspiration There is a growing shift toward sleek, contemporary designs and materials for interior and exterior spaces as homeowners are increasingly finding inspiration in commercial settings like hotels and restaurants. Outdoors, this trend is manifesting in more industrial aluminum railing styles with sleek profiles and contemporary rod, mesh or glass inserts designed to optimize sightlines and deliver a modern flair.

4. Fire and water “Fire and water are all the rage right now

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for outdoor spaces,” Victoria says. “These elements take a space to the next level, and they connect it to the natural surroundings.

Even in an urban setting, these elements add a sense of tranquility that can make you feel like you're a million miles away.”

Fire pots can be positioned almost anywhere to create a cozy gathering spot— or combined in a series to provide an ambient boundary for larger outdoor areas.

For even greater visual impact, a fire table can serve as a focal point and elevate the luxury and comfort of an outdoor space.

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5. Bonus space If you have a raised deck, there is undoubtedly some open space underneath.

While this space has historically been used for storage, the design trend for 2020 is to turn it into bonus living space by installing a deck drainage system. Designed to divert water away from a deck, systems like RainEscape create a dry space that can be outfitted with everything from furniture and accessories to lighting fixtures, ceiling fans and entertainment components.

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When the musculoskeletal system—composed of the spine, muscles, bones and joints—functions well, we feel strong and healthy; however, when there’s a problem, we can experience pain and even disability.

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Chiropractors often see patients with injuries sustained in outdoor sports, slips and falls, and automobile accidents. But it doesn’t take a traumatic injury to cause a person problems. Hunched over a computer while working from home and slumping on the couch while binge-watching Netflix can also cause a pain in the neck—and back.

“People already have terrible posture—we’re all being shoved into the middle of the earth by gravity,” says Dr. Mike Valente of Valente Chiropractic. “The reason why God put curves in our spine is to make it work like a big spring.

But when your curves get all jacked up, you end up with tension and pressure on the spinal cord and nerves.”

Headaches, neck pain or stiffness, stiffness in the upper back or shoulders, and also pain, numbness, or tingling into the arms and hands are common complaints. The good news? It’s reversible.

“We have massage therapists who loosen up soft tissue, and then I work on their spinal structure to get the joints moving properly,” Valente says. “We can correct the misalignment that has occurred, as well as give exercises to strengthen the muscles that support your spine and restore the normal curve.”

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U-District was formed in 2004 by Brian Cronin, Jeff Hart, and Mike Nilson, who combined their professional backgrounds to establish a welcoming and inspiring clinic where physical therapy, performance training, and personal training go hand-in-hand.

Along with their main location near Gonzaga, U-District has facilities in Kendall Yards and Liberty Lake. Their commitment to clients was made even stronger during the Covid-19 crisis.

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activities we have always enjoyed.

“Everybody gets arthritis as they get older; it’s just a fact of life,” says Dr. Ray Sicilia, of Sicilia Chiropractic.

As Sicilia explains, the older we get, the more spinal discs, joints, ligaments, muscles and other spinal tissues become weaker, less hydrated, more fibrotic, and less able to withstand normal stresses.

Luckily, chiropractic care offers a drugfree, non-invasive method of dealing with arthritis. Through adjustive and mobilization techniques, physical therapies, and stretching and exercise programs, spinal pain is reduced, flexibility and mobility are improved, and degeneration is minimized.

“My job is to restore function,” Sicilia says. “When you restore normal function to the body, a lot of problems go away.”

Chiropractic care isn’t just for adults.

Studies have shown that gentle adjustments are safe and effective for children as well.

Doctors Jeffrey and Chelsea Pearson, of Thrive Chiropractic of Coeur d’Alene, are active members of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. As parents themselves, they give their own children adjustments, and they’re helping more and more young patients from

When you restore nor mal function to the b o d y, a l o t o f p r o b l e m s g o a w a y.

adolescents to newborns—as soon as 30 minutes after they enter the world.

“Birth is one of the most traumatic events for a human,” says Dr. Jeffrey Pearson.

“Babies have bones that aren’t yet solidified, so they can have misalignments just like adults.”

Nervous system stress and dysfunction can be the cause of common health challenges such as digestive problems, ear infections, colic, sleeplessness and difficulty breast feeding. Chiropractic adjustments can relieve stress that results from the birthing process.

As youngsters begin to interact with the world, their spines and nervous systems can also become misaligned due to the many

“accidents” that occur in their formative years. When they’re learning to walk, toddlers commonly fall on their bums, hands, or even on their heads. Older kids take spills on their bikes and skateboards, and get bumps and sprains while playing sports. Untreated, these minor incidents can add up and cause long-term problems as children grow into adults.

“We get referrals from pediatricians and family doctors because they see the benefit in the quality of life for kids through chiropractic care,” says Dr. Pearson. “Kids bounce back much faster than adults.

Oftentimes, when kids get an adjustment, they only need a few treatments and they’re back to normal.”

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A lot of people try to keep themselves healthy with exercise but aren’t balancing that enough with stretching and massage to make sure their joints and muscles last for a long time.

While chiropractic treatment can provide some immediate relief, many aches and pains are as much emotional as physical.

Mental health professionals, like Jill Walling, part of the team at U-District PT, provide behavioral tools to increase the gains received from chiropractic services.

“Physical pain can have a real impact on people’s mental and emotional health,” Walling says. “People who are in physical pain, and no longer able to participate in the things they normally would, can lose a lot of their self-worth.”

Such feelings can lead to depression. The two conditions—pain and depression— create a vicious cycle. When depressed, people interpret physical pain more emotionally, which makes it feel more severe. The more severe the pain, the more upset and depressed people can become.

“If you’re not in a good headspace, it can be more difficult to take the necessary steps to improve your physical body,” Walling says.

“When I can work with an individual to better understand their views of themselves and things that might need to be improved upon, they are better able to engage in rehabilitation,” Walling says. “By improving your mental health and overall wellbeing in relation to your goals, the attention you’re able to give to those goals is enhanced.”

Even when you’re feeling good, there’s no reason you can’t feel better. Whether it’s a deep tissue, hot stone or Swedish massage, both your body and mind deserve some

pampering.

From the physical to psychological benefits, there’s a lot more that a massage can do for you than you might think.

“The number one benefit is turning off your world, spending time doing nothing, and letting somebody else work on relieving your stress,” says Carrie Magruder, owner of Brickhouse Massage & Coffee Bar. Stress hormones like cortisol can tighten muscles, cause pain and even disrupt your ability to sleep. Our necks, shoulders and lower backs are some of the regions that suffer the most from the painful tension that is caused by the events of everyday life.

Massage therapy works wonders at reducing stress and anxiety by increasing blood flow, relieving muscle tension, and increasing levels of serotonin.

Aside from guiding you into a relaxed mental and physical state, massage therapy has been shown to drastically reduce recovery time from injuries and stressors that you’ve put on your body. It dilates blood vessels and flushes toxins from your system, allowing for increased circulation and oxygenation of fatigued muscles, and it helps reduce joint inflammation that can restrict range of motion.

“A lot of people try to keep themselves healthy with exercise but aren’t balancing that enough with stretching and massage to make sure their joints and muscles last for a long time,” Magruder says. “Our massage therapists work closely with other types of bodyworkers to create the perfect harmony the body needs to perform optimally.”

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ads everywhere really only want one thing for Father’s Day: bacon. Make the dads in your life happy with this sweet and savory bacon jam that can go on just about everything: from an amazing burger to pizza topping, on a peanut butter sandwich, or … just on a spoon. The best part is that it’s so easy to make that even a kid can make it, and it will last in the fridge to enjoy well past Father’s Day.

Bacon Jam BACON JAM 4 servings 90 minutes

1 pound of bacon, chopped 1 medium onion 1 large shallot 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons red wine 1/4 cup whiskey 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey) 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 sprig fresh thyme

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BACON JAM HOW-TO In a large heavy-bottomed pot (preferably cast-iron Dutch oven), add bacon and cook until the bacon is extra crisp.

Remove from pan. Remove about half of the bacon fat.

In a food processor, add the onion and shallot, and then pulse until they reach a small dice size.

Place the onion and shallot mixture into the pan and cook on medium until onion and shallots are a dark mahogany color and caramelized.

While the onions are cooking, add the bacon into the food processor and pulse a few times until the bacon is chopped up as fine as a bacon topping.

Add the garlic and thyme to the pot, then sauté until fragrant.

Once the onions are caramelized, deglaze the pan with red wine, making sure to scrape up any food at the bottom of the pot. Once the smell of alcohol burns off, add the whiskey and cook until the smell of alcohol burns off again.

Add in the brown sugar, syrup (or honey), and vinegar. Cook for one minute to allow the water out of the maple syrup, and then add the bacon back in and make sure everything is well combined. Keep in the fridge for up to two weeks.

BACON JAM BURGERS Yield 4 servings

One and a half pounds ground beef 80/20 Salt and pepper to taste 2 teaspoons granulated onion 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 4 buns, buttered and toasted 4 pieces of Gruyere cheese Baby red leaf lettuce Mayonnaise Bacon Jam

Season the beef with the salt, pepper, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce and let sit for at least 30 minutes. Divide into four even meatballs.

On a hot pancake griddle, smash your meatball (keeping it as round as you can) until it is ½ inch thick. Cook for 4 minutes, and then flip. Place the cheese on top and cook for another 5 minutes until the internal temp is 140 degrees (for perfect medium) and the cheese is melted.

Building your burger: spread mayonnaise on the bottom bun, then add lettuce, burger patty, bacon jam, and top bun.

Kacey Rosauer met her husband in culinary school, and then they both worked in multiple high-end restaurants, ultimately trading in the table clothes to help open a food truck in Seattle. Since moving to Spokane, Kacey started Rosauer’s Kitchen where she combines her love of sharing food and photography. Find her on Instagram @rosauerskitchen. Find more recipes at rosauerskitchen.com.

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Find them at three Idaho locations for a fun, full-family dining experience: 315 N. Ross Point Rd., Post Falls (208) 457-8020; 751 N. 4th, CDA (208) 667-4843; 9520 N. Government Wy., Hayden (208) 762-5999. caponespub.com

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CASCADIA PUBLIC HOUSE. Cascadia is a locally owned gastropub that sources regionally with an emphasis on sustainability. A popular dish, Oregonzola Steak Salad, features sliced steak from St Helen’s farm, organic baby spinach, candied walnuts, thick bacon, organic dried cranberries, rogue Oregonzola bleu cheese crumbles, and a fan of pink lady apples.

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1898 PUBLIC HOUSE. With a nod of respect to the year our golf club was established, 1898 Public House combines a storied history, delicious cuisine and stunning views. Located at the Kalispel Golf and Country Club, Executive Chef Tyler Schwenk invites you to eat and drink inspired, while enjoying classic foods with a fresh and tasty twist. 2010 W. Waikiki Rd., (509) 466-2121, 1898publichouse.com.

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GILDED UNICORN. This Modern American, Classic restaurant features hand crafted foods and drinks located in the historic Montvale Hotel. The name reflects their blend of classic and modern without taking ourselves too seriously. They showcase local, seasonal food and drinks from the Northwest and beyond coerced into new fashioned flavors that hit you in the soul. 110 S. Monroe St., (509) 309-3698, gildedunicorn.com.

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MASSELOW’S STEAKHOUSE. With nine prime-grade steaks and the best seafood oceans and rivers have to offer, Masselow’s Steakhouse continually provides the “wow” factor. With an outstanding array of mouthwatering cuisine, an extensive wine selection and true Kalispel Hospitality, Chef Tanya Broesder and her team create a special experience you won’t soon forget. 100 N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, (509) 481-6020, masselows.com.

PARK LODGE. Chef Philip has been cooking for more than 15 years in fine dining establishments in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Portland, Paris, and Spokane. His philosophy toward food is one of careful consideration—recipes should highlight the ingredients. The dishes at Park Lodge attempt to help others develop the same love and respect he holds for the ingredients they are provided with. 411 N. Nettleton St., (509) 340-9347, parklodgerestaurant.com.

RANCHO VIEJO. Jose Rodriguez and his staff offer up traditional and familiar Mexican fare with some of the amplest portions and most caring family-friendly service in Spokane. 14201 E. Sprague, (509) 9278428, rancho-viejo.net..

SUSHI.COM. Sit at the sushi bar and enjoy what’s fresh or take a table and explore the menu that also includes plenty of excellent hot options, if raw fish still makes you nervous. Some of our favorites are the super white tuna and the house tempura. 430 W. Main, (509) 838-0630, mainsushi.com.

SWINGING DOORS. A family owned

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business, The Swinging Doors has been a part of Spokane for more than 30 years.

Their restaurant offers huge portions and a wonderful atmosphere second to none in the Spokane area—along with a sports bar with 50 TVs to watch all your favorite sports, as well as Golden Tee, a pool table, bumper shuffleboard, and much more. 1018 W. Francis Ave., (509) 326-6794, theswingingdoors. com.

THE ONION TAPHOUSE & GRILL. It all started in 1978 when they introduced the first gourmet burger in Spokane. Their first menu had more than 40 kinds of exotic burgers, taking Spokane by storm. Today, their menu has grown but their commitment to only using the finest ingredients, thoughtfully prepared fresh, by trained chefs remains the same. DOWNTOWN - 302 W. Riverside (509) 747-3852 / NORTHSIDE - 7522 N. Division (509) 482-6100, theonion.biz.

TORO SUSHI. Full sushi menu with a huge selection of sushi rolls, as well as a full Japanese fusion menu. They dazzle guests with daily lunch specials and traditional Japanese grilled skewers that pair perfectly with a cold beer from their wide selection of domestic and imported beer. Toro also offers a variety of sake, wine and cocktails. 328 N. Sullivan Rd., (509) 703-7029.

315 MARTINIS AND TAPAS. The Greenbriar Inn is the home of 315 Martinis and Tapas located in a garden setting in downtown Coeur d’Alene. The cuisine is eclectic and international in nature, with an emphasis on tapas and an award winning martini bar. Highlights include happy hour, food specials, live music, and a bed and breakfast. Built in 1908, this historic struc-

ture is supported by a friendly and gracious staff. 315 E. Wallace Ave., (208) 667-9660, 315martinisandtapas.com.

WANDERING TABLE. The team at Wandering Table has an insatiable appetite for cooking and creating food. They love what they do. And they consider this restaurant their restaurant. This is their way of cooking what they want to cook. And Wandering Table is how they share the food they love to eat. 1242 W. Summit Parkway, (509) 443-4410, thewanderingtable.com.

WILD SAGE BISTRO. They have designed a menu that allows them to be creative on a daily basis, and work within the limits of what is in season and available.

They are always looking for unique ingredients to highlight, as well as local beef, regional fresh fish, local gardens, heirloom vegetables, fruits and tomatoes for their exquisite dishes. 916 W. 2nd Ave., (509) 4567575, wildsagebistro.com.

YARDS BRUNCHEON. The team at Yards Bruncheon figured out how to extend the weekend to all week by offering brunch everyday. This modern diner is a combination of breakfast and lunch complimented with classic brunch cocktails.

Their menu features comfort food from all over using local farms and producers in the season. They make most of their menu items in house including their pastries, which are some of the best around. They also feature some of the best coffees and teas from around the world. 1248 W. Summit Prky., (509) 290-5952, theyardsbruncheon.com.

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by Doug Clark

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

Clarksville’s COVID

COMMENCEMENT SPEECH I was jacked higher than a Dogtown meth chemist when I heard that iHeartRadio had been

asking some of our biggest names to deliver commencement words of comfort to America’s poor COVID-constrained Class of 2020.

Because of pandemic-related shutdowns, quarantines and social distancing edicts, many of this season’s graduates are suffering loudly about not being allowed to exit school with the usual prom and ceremony.

I figured it was a matter of time before the iHeart folks weasled their way down the chain of intellectual giants like Jimmy Fallon and John Legend and finally invited me to join their inspirational podcasts.

I don’t like to brag, but I’m pretty much the Timberlake of commencement speechifying.

I once, for example, gave an electrifying sendoff to seventh-grade bound sixth graders at Franklin Elementary, many of whom went on to important jobs within the fast food industry.

On another occasion, my commencement wisdom kept the entire Orchard Prairie School graduating seventh grade class spellbound.

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All, um, seven of them.

And so, I waited. And waited. But the call from iHeart never came.

“Well, (#$%!) them,” I thought to myself.

And so, I’m using this month’s column to deliver the commencement address I would have delivered had the iHeart jerks been on the ball. It’ll be up to you parents and grandparents to convince your young graduates to stop sexting each other long enough to read the following...

-Dear bummed-out members of the Class of 2020.

Clark’s humor and general-interest commentaries have won scores of local, state and regional honors along with three awards from the National Society of Newspaper Columnists.

He can be reached at dougclarksville@gmail.com.

What a bunch of bellyaching babies.

Stop whining and suck it up, buttercups.

Okay. Maybe that came off a little harsh. But, yo, I’m keeping it real, like, you know?

This is quite the traumatizing time for many of you. I know this because, for weeks now, every media outlet from cable to radio to print has devoted untold air time and dead trees in reporting how this COVID-19 mess is keeping you sad graduates from your constitutionally guaranteed right of harmonious and joyful matriculation.

Waaa. Wa. Waaa.

As my Old Man (rest his soul) was so fond of telling me back in the day…

“Grow the hell up, Douglas. Life isn’t always fair!”

Life isn’t always fair.

I used to think my Old Man only said this because his life hadn’t been very fair.

So why should his smart-mouthed kid’s existence be any different?

My Old Man grew up in Chicago during the black-and-white days of the Great Depression. He sometimes would punctuate long stories about his harsh childhood by cuffing the back of my head at the end of sentences. Like a fleshy period. Or an exclamation mark.

OLD MAN: “I had it rough, you know. (Swat!) Pay attention.”

ME: “Ow.” OLD MAN: “Some days I was lucky to get a lousy peanut butter sandwich to eat. (Swat!) You listening?”

ME: “Ow.” It was a slow and painful learning process, but I gradually gathered that my Old Man grew up hard in a town full of fedora-wearing gangsters who drove around in Packards that were barely smaller than luxury liners. Hunger was a constant companion in those days and, even worse, adults had to do their vaping with real cigarettes.

The older I got, the more I realized my Old Man was right all along. Life really is not always fair, which explains

my paucity of hair and lack of Pulitzer Prize.

This coronavirus outbreak is just life’s latest example of mass injustice.

Granted, it’s hard to remember a more chaotic time.

Major sports seasons cancelled.

Disneyland closed. Droves of workers unemployed. Toilet wipe shortages.

Hospital masks as a new fashion accessory. Self-quarantines. Transients moved into the downtown Spokane library.

The Spokane Lilac Parade cancelled.

Then moved to July. Then cancelled again. What are these purple-jacketed nitwits thinking?

It’s a bizarre new world out there, I’m telling you.

Even some of our leaders have had to make cruel sacrifices that they normally wouldn’t make. Democrat presidential frontrunner Joe Biden, say, now must maintain a six-foot distance when sniffing random women’s hair.

But I digress.

The point I’m trying to make is that setbacks like having your graduations cancelled or not being able to go to the prom, etc., only seem disastrous if you choose to view them that way.

The way I look at it, being part of the Class of 2020 might be greatest thing since the latest “Call of Duty” version was released.

Really. From here on out, you are part of the most famous class after Emilio Estevez ran the Breakfast Club.

Here’s why: 1. Face it. In just a few years, you will all be lumpy and old and working dead end jobs writing code or selling apps doorto-door. Yet no matter how boring things get, you will still be able to brag about being a 2020er.

Think how much fun reunions will be, getting smashed on gin and coconut water and regaling each other with hilarious tales about how you scammed your virtual teachers after all the schools

closed and went online.

Speaking of which…

2. Recent studies show that online schoolwork has been widely ignored by America’s students, who instead have devoted most of their pandemic class time to binge watching “Ozark” on Netflix.

Which is totally OK. It’s a fact that the public education system has been designed to not contain any knowledge or information that might be used later in life.

Case study: The best thing I ever got out of my time at Ferris High School happened in my sophomore geometry class. Mr. Anderson, my teacher, took me aside at the end of semester and told me he’d give me a C if I left his class and never came back.

If I stayed, he told me he’d give me a big fat F. I didn’t know a rhombus from a parallelogram, but I could figure that angle out. I took the C and dragged my hypotenuse outta there.

Which leads me to…

3. Not having a prom is a bonanza in disguise.

First, it saves guys from renting illfitting formal wear that make them look like complete dorks in photographs for the rest of their lives.

Likewise, girls avoid the humiliation of showing up to the prom wearing the exact same designer dress as that spoiled bitch Kimberly-Ann. So, in closing, You members of the Class of 2020 should realize how blessed you all are.

The COVID is mainly deadly to geezers like me. You pillars of youth and vigor will skate through the Wuhan Flu unscathed and with your whole bright futures to look forward to.

Unless, that is, it’s true that swarms of giant Asian “murder hornets” have already invaded Washington state.

In which case, never mind. Forget everything I’ve said today because we are all freaking doomed.

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