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THE FESTIVAL AT SANDPOINT NORTHWEST’S BEST BUSINESSES

WEEKEND GETAWAY ST. MARIES, IDAHO

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DINING GUIDE THE AREA’S BEST LOCAL EATS

SUMMER FISHING GETS GOOD

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CONTENTS

Table of Contents

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Country Inn & RV Park

Stay and Play!

We have Packages

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Join us for the

08 Living Local Publisher’s Page

8 RV Sites ble & WiFi)!

(W/S/G/Elec, Ca

09 Fishing Tips

Orvis Northwest Outfitters

10 Good News

Overcoming Defeat

14 Northwest’s Best The Northwest’s Best Local Business

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18 Home Improvement Tips for Selling Your Home

21 Dining Guide

The Area’s Best Local Eats

29 Cover Story

The Festival at Sandpoint

33 CDALiving.com

Introducting the All New Way to Get Your News!

34 Community Spotlight Compete Hockey Academy

41 Healthy Living

Slim Down the Healthy Way

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50 Weekend Getaway St. Maries, Idaho

52 Pet Pals

Preventative Oral Care For Your Pet

56 Calendar of Events August - September

• Free WiFi and Cable TV • Microwave and refrigerator in every room • Close to town ( 3 miles) • Free Coffee in Lobby • Kitchenette • Pet Friendly • Large Parking Lot • 8 RV Sites (W/S/G/Elec, Cable & WiFi)

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EMBER 14th T P E S

2-8pm Tickets on Sale August 16th at Nate’s New York Pizza in Post Falls Large selection of local and regional beers For ticket and vendor information visit fb.com/rivercitybrewfest or call 208.773.6697

Summer in Coeur d’Alene. It is nothing short of heaven on earth. With so many activities taking place and the beautiful lake and mountains which surround this town, it is no wonder that tourists flock to our area to enjoy that which we are fortunate enough to see each day.

Summer is a time to share with others and show them the real Coeur d’Alene; the one that goes beyond the beautiful mountains and lake. While some may consider our town small, it is diverse and full of culture.

We encourage visitors and locals alike to take advantage of the all that Coeur d’Alene has to offer – from the Art on the Green to the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre to the Wooden Boat Festival. There is something for everyone.

As you stroll through the streets, relax by the lake and dine at the restaurants, take time to talk to one another. Share with others about our community and listen to the adventures of our visitors.

It is here in Coeur d’Alene Living that we strive to bring you all the wonderful things going on here, but we cannot tell them all. So share your stories with each other. After all, everyone has a story to tell. We just need to listen.

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Fishing in August is Wonderful... and Frustrating

Article by Mike Beard

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F

ishing is August is wonderful, but the catching in August can be frustrating. Low water conditions, warm temperatures, and increased pressure all contribute to making the fish a little more finicky. Gone are the days of strolling to the river at 9am, fishing until 5 or 6 and catching fish all day. During the heat of the summer you are going to have to earn it a little more than that.

It is hard to be on the river too early this time of year. From sunup to about 10 or 11 in the morning will be the longest window of good fishing. Water temperatures are at the lowest for the day immediately after sun-up which makes this the most active part of the day for trout. As afternoon water temperatures get into the 60’s,the trout tend to be more lethargic - especially the bigger fish. Once water temperatures reach 70 degrees, the mortality rate for releasing fish increases dramatically.

As water temperature increases, the amount of oxygen in the water decreases making it hard for trout to get enough oxygen to sustain energy. This not only makes them lethargic, but also means anglers must reduce over-fighting the fish, minimize handling the fish, release fish quickly and spend some time reviving fish. If the fish are having a hard time swimming away after you release them, it is a sign you might want to hang it up for the day.

Besides lengthening your leader, downsizing your tippet, and a stealthier approach, finding the coolest water possible will increase your hookups. One way to do this is to head upstream.

Freestone Rivers will be much cooler at the headwaters in the mountains than down in the valleys as they widen out and slow down. As you go higher up in the mountains, the rivers tend to run through canyons, which provide shade from cliff pools, and trees that keep the water cooler and offer protection for the

fish. These canyon sections offer a little faster water with bigger drops and some white water. As the water tumbles over the rocks, it acts as an aerator for the river. The bubbles actually re-introduce oxygen into the water so the fish seek out the faster water as the temperatures rise.

If you still want colder water, then head higher into the mountains. The majority of the tributaries and main rivers start from alpine lakes at high elevation in the mountains. These lakes will have cold water year round and in some cases aren’t even accessible until later in the summer. Some you are able to drive too, but most are worth taking a back pack and hiking into for a day or two. At high elevation, the nights stay cooler and the day time temperatures don’t get as high, so fishing stays better throughout the day - sometimes even being the best in the evening once the water warms up. Usually these are fished best with terrestrials or a small attractor pattern since the lakes, especially those you have to hike into, do not get nearly the fishing pressure as the streams do, and there isn’t the food base so the fish are less picky.

During a summer like the one we are having, where Montana Rivers are being closed due to high water temperatures a lot earlier than normal and a lot of the Idaho streams are low, clear and warming up, it will be very important that anglers understand how this affects the fish. Fishing early and later in the day will help, and if we get a couple rain storms in the coming weeks a lot of these problems will be alleviated. It is still a great time to enjoy the woods, but keeping in mind that fall is right around the corner will make some of the hot, hot days much more bearable.

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FLY FISHING tips

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Our fly shop stocks top brands of fishing equipment, clothing and more!

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T A E F E D G CCESS N I M O RC R SU

OVEWILL PARTNERING FO GOOD

a goal.

Defeat: (n) - failure to win or to realize

Most people have experienced defeat at one point in life. We usually think of defeat in terms of a game or sporting event. But for many people in today’s world, defeat is not a trivial sporting experience. Life has become an experience of defeat. Defeat on the job.

Defeat in relationships. Defeat in court.

Defeat in school. Life just doesn’t seem to be handing out victories. It is people like this that Goodwill is helping each and every day.

Goodwill works with men and women of all ages and backgrounds, helping them gain needed skills, connect to resources in the community, helping build their resumes and interview skills, providing budgeting training, and much more. Our mission and goal is to help people in the Inland Northwest gain independence, confidence, and pride.

We partner with them, supporting them as they find victory.

Here is just one of many success stories we experience every day at Goodwill.

Tina came to Goodwill’s Working Solutions office in Coeur d’ Alene with a heavy heart and many obstacles to overcome. After recently losing her husband, Tina felt overwhelmed and unsure of her future.

Tina had not worked outside of the home in many years. Despite all of this, she still had a positive attitude and a drive to improve her family’s situation.

One of Tina’s biggest obstacles was the fact that she had not completed high school and did not have her GED, which was an obstacle to employment. She didn’t know how to take on this challenge. Her Case Manager at Goodwill directed Tina to the Adult Basic Education Program at North Idaho College.

Tina enrolled in classes to prepare for her GED. In addition to her GED classes, Tina worked intensely with Goodwill’s Beyond Jobs Career Coordinator to update her computer skills.

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Good News and professionally,” says Sarah Line, Tina’s Case Manager at Goodwill Working Solutions.

“When it would’ve been easier for Tina to give up, she continued to persevere and grow before our eyes.”

In mid-April, Tina came into the Working Solutions office and proudly announced that she had passed her GED exam with flying colors! She invited her Case Manager and Career Coordinator, partners in her journey to success, to her graduation ceremony. Tina was beaming with pride, as were her Case Managers.

Tina’s journey does not stop here. She was recently hired by Corum Associates, where she is working full time. “It has been such a joy to celebrate Tina’s success.

We are all celebrating this milestone with her,” comments Line. Goodwill’s Working Solutions staff continues to work with Tina, as they do with all participants, to assist with her transition into her new employment, and insure that her success continues.

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Financial Focus

Picture Perfect Home Decorating Tips

RE/MAX All Seasons www.AllSeasonsTeam.com 509 North Fifth Avenue, Suite E Sandpoint, Idaho 83864 208.255.7400 or 1.888.897.5073

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ecorating can be one of the most exciting times during your experience as a homeowner. Not only are you creating the essence of your home, you are also adding your very own personal touch and style.

cropped, and viewers can imagine themselves as being in the painting. The viewer has to look to other parts of the painting to imagine a story ... each individual person can create a different story for the painting.”

One of the easiest ways to add unique spice to an ordinarily drab room – incorporate exceptional artwork.

Awkward Wall Spaces For stairways, long hallways and between windows, Johnston recommends using a tall, narrow painting, like his Tall Tulips.

“Bringing new life to a room that has become tired,” says Matthew Johnston, an artist known for his vibrant Tall Tulips paintings (talltulips.com).

“They are perfect for hanging up a staircase,” says Johnston. “You can hang the Tall Tulips at different heights following the risers up the stairs; a great look for a difficult space.”

However, as easy as it sounds, purchasing and hanging a painting on the center of the wall isn’t going to cut it in most cases. Johnston offers his advice to ensure your next painting purchases work with your room rather than against it:

This style of painting also works well because they are bright and don’t require ideal lighting.

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Large High-Traffic Rooms For family rooms, living rooms and rooms off the kitchen, Johnston recommends figurative diptych paintings to create a story within each area. Diptych paintings consist of two separate panels that hang together and work as one.

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“In my figurative diptych paintings, each figure has their own physical space, yet they are a couple,” says Johnston. “Their face is

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Focal Wall Areas Spaces like the area over a fireplace will get a lot of attention from passersby. Hanging your prized piece is the perfect step for these spots.

“Many of my clients choose my large floral paintings,” says Johnston. “Oftentimes, they will hang these on a wall which faces the front door ... to make an impression when first walking in the home.”

To learn more about Matthew Johnston and his work, visit www.talltulips.com.

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HEALTH & FITNESS IN COEUR D’ALENE

NUTRISHOP™ of Coeur d’Alene is North Idaho’s only provide customized meal plans for each customer with purSports Nutrition and Weight Loss Superstore. Founded by chase. These meal plans include a grocery list, food choices, Toby Schindelbeck and his wife Lisa, NUTRISHOP™ carries a sample day, and supplement directions based on your inall the top brands at guaranteed lowest prices. dividual schedule and preferences. Nutrition They offer sports nutrition products like lowand supplementation are 75% of the equation calorie protein shakes, creatine, and pre-workfor getting results, so that is why they back up their great supplements with an effective and outs, as well as weight loss products, organic easy-to-follow meal plan. fruits and green blends, and vitamins. They also match or beat online pricing, and give free samNUTRISHOP™ Coeur d’Alene is located at 3415 N. Government Way, Coeur d’Alene, ID ples to try before you make your purchase.

Whether your goal is to lose fat, gain lean Nutrishop of Coeur d’Alene owners: Lisa & Toby Schindelbeck. 83815, on the corner of Neider and Government, across the lot from Costco, behind muscle, compete in a triathlon, or just improve Jamms frozen yogurt and next to Elements Massage. Visit your health, NUTRISHOP™ of Coeur d’Alene can help you get there faster and safer. them on Facebook at Facebook.com/NutrishopCDA and on Toby, Lisa and their employee Matt are all Certified the web at www.NutrishopCDA.com.

Sports Nutritionists, each with more than 15-years of experStop by and visit our new store and ask for a FREE tastience in the health and fitness industry. In addition to highing sample and a FREE shaker cup, and tell them that Coeur quality supplements, the experts at NUTRISHOP™ also d’Alene Living Local sent you!

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NORTHWEST’S BEST The Northwest’s Best Businesses

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Northwest’s Best

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT

Northwest Supply Company Northwest Supply Company Northwest Supply Company is open to the general public and intends to be a one-stop source for cleaning chemicals, equipment, green cleaners, and janitorial supplies.

NWSC stocks a complete line of chemicals, equipment, and cleaning and paper supplies including tools, vacuums, and more. Dan is pleased to help his customers upgrade their equipment or find the right product for the job.

Coeur d’Alene—4951 Building Center Drive, Suite 108 208.665.5512

Trickster’s Brewing Company

Trickster’s owner Matt Morrow brings years of brewing experience to his new Coeur d’Alene brew house and is excited to release his new brews on a thirsty public. Stop by the taproom and try Cougar Bay Blonde, Bear Trap Brown, Coyote Morning IPA, or the aptly named Inspector Stonewall Amber Ale. There will also be a variety of seasonal offerings available throughout the year. Taproom hours are 11am 7pm. For events, special releases and more visit www.trickstersbrewing.com or check them out on Facebook.

Coeur d’Alene—3850 North Schreiber

Rocky’s Body Shop & Towing, Inc.

For over 20 years Rocky’s Body Shop has set the standard for honesty with excellence in craftmanship in North Idaho. Whether it’s a scratch or major body repair, you can count on Rocky’s to make your car or truck look like new.

You can have complete confidence from the initial estimate to the final completion of the work that Rocky’s will provide you with the best customer service and highest standards of workmanship.

Look for Rocky’s second location on the corner of 95 and Dakota. Rocky’s also provides 24 hour towing.

Coeur d’Alene — Corner of US 95 & Dakota 208.762.BODY (2639)

Tim’s Special Cut Meats

Orvis Northwest Outfitters Orvis Northwest Outfitters - Our region is flush with rivers and streams that produce world class fly fishing, so let the local experts guide you to all the best spots! Northwest Outfitters is a full service fly shop that offers guided trips from the area’s most knowledgeable and friendly guides. Pick up a new rod, flies, waders, and any other gear you’ll need or just pop in and ask Mike or Pat what the fish are biting on. The staff at Northwest Outfitters are great teachers and truly enjoy helping others develop the passion for fishing that they have. Northwest Outfitters has the gear and knowledge that will help you land whatever catch you’re after. Conveniently located in the Riverstone Shopping Center.

Coeur d’Alene—2171 North Main Street 208.667.2707—www.nwoutfitters.com

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Looking for that perfect old fashioned butcher shop? Then look no further than Tim’s Specialty Cut Meats. Tim and Coeur d’Alene, Idaho his friendly staff are always ready to help you pick out that ideal roast, prime steak or fryer, cut to whatever size you’re looking for. Tim’s carries only the finest natural meats and can also handle custom orders. Featuring an extensive line of house made products from pickled garlic to specialty sauces, marinades, rubs, and salsas. Mobile butchering and wild game processing also available.

Coeur d’Alene—7397 North Government Way 208.772.3327 pecial Cut M ’s S

Action Moving Services

Action Moving Services is a family owned business, participating in the most experienced moving network in the world (Bekins Van Lines, since 1891). Customers get hometown service at the local level and price & scheduling flexibility abroad. We move thousands of customers every month and Bekins Van Lines is experiencing record levels of customer satisfaction. We encourage you to involve us in your moving decision making process. We are confident that you will find our service to be superior. Call today for a moving quote!

Spokane—10115 E Knox Avenue 509.922.1500—www.bekinsams.com

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Hayden Independent Auto

Our goal is to offer the most complete and thorough repairs possible at a price that is affordable.

Our facility is located on HAYDEN INDEPENDENT AUTO Government Way between Miles and Lacey Avenue.

Hayden, Idaho—10643 N Government Way 208.762.8761—www.haydenautoservice.com

Bitterroot Mercantile

A short drive over the hill to Kellogg and you’ll have the opportunity to visit this unique store and experience an old fashioned way of shopping. Here you will find an incredibly unique selection of antiques, gifts, accent pieces, and items you simply can’t find anywhere else. Family owned and operated, Bitterroot Mercantile offers something for everyone. Inventory is always changing so stop by again to check out what’s new!

Kellogg—117 McKinley 208.783.5491 www.facebook.com/bitterrootmercantile

Vapor Outlet

Everything you need for smoke free living, you’ll find at Vapor Outlet. A large selection or e-cigarettes, pipes and accessories as well as just about any flavor you can imagine. E-cigarettes produce only water vapor, allowing you to take them just about anywhere. Stop in and try before you buy! Conveniently located across from Costco.

Coeur d’Alene—188 East Neider Avenue

BBC Bookkeeping & Taxes, LLC

Becky Akker, A.A.S. “We treat your business as if it were our own.”

Providing services in payroll, taxes, notary and payables & receivables.

Coeur d’Alene—208.659.2813

Sun Valley Tree Service

Paul Akker, Certified Arborist.

Hazard trees and high climbing is our specialty! Tree removal, we do “lake access only jobs” too, tree pruning & planting, fruit tree pruning, stump grinding, shrub shearing, urban logging, lot clearing.

Call for YOUR free estimate today!

Coeur d’Alene—PO Box 585 208.660.8521—208.687.2400

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MARTIN’S ALL SEASONS MOVING, INC. Real Movers • Real Trucks • Real Low Prices

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SPOTLIGHT

Medicine Man Pharmacy

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THE MEDICINE MAN MEDPAX ARE HERE! In the last couple of years there has been a lot of discussion about pharmacies and pharmacists taking the initiative to use our skills to help improve our patients’ compliance to their personal medication regimens. Seeing a great chance to lead this effort in our own community, Medicine Man Pharmacy (at two locations, Medicine Man Prairie in Hayden and Medicine Man West in Post Falls) has made a huge investment in automation and technology that will help us efficiently strip package and combine medications for our patients into dose packs that are organized around dosage times.

Medicine Man Pharmacy has been serving North Idaho since 1978 and is the very first in our area to offer this comprehensive prescription compliance program at a very low cost to the consumer. It helps us improve our patients’ adherence to their medication regimens.

Medications work better when they are taken regularly and properly. The result is better health maintenance and improved quality of life for the patient. It requires less work and effort on the patient's or caregiver's part, as the Medicine Man MedPax are clearly marked with the date, day and time of day the packaged medications are to be taken by the patient. Each individual package is also labeled with all the information that is required to be on a prescription label in addition to expiration dates and lot numbers and product descriptions. The medications are dispensed to the patient in this packaging rather than individual Rx containers.

The advantages to the MedPax system for the patient are significant: 1) All prescriptions are synchronized to be filled the same time every month (every 28 days) resulting in fewer trips to the pharmacy for the patient or caregiver.

2) Medication regimens are studied and reviewed by a pharmacist on setup for problems, errors, drug interactions, savings opportunities and much more. They are subsequently reviewed on a monthly basis before filling and packaging the medications.

3) The patient or his or her caregiver will spend a lot less time every month organizing medications into pillboxes or whatever (if anything) they may have been doing in the past thereby freeing up their time and giving back some independence from complicated multiple medications and dosage regimens.

4) The packaging makes it easier for patients to know when to take their next dose and enables caregivers to manage multiple medications with ease at home, ensuring patients take their medications as prescribed, stay healthy, and avoid unnecessary hospital stays and costs related to improper prescription medication usage.

5) With dosages and medication regimens examined and arranged by pharmacists, an integral part of this system, there is better assurance that medications will be taken at the right time and in the right combinations.

6) Use of compliance packaging for patients coming out of a hospital stay and taking a lot of unfamiliar medications could decrease the chance of hospital readmission due to improper or misunderstood prescription medication usage. About 20 percent of Medicare patients return to the hospital within 30 days of discharge, a trend that costs taxpayers $17 billion a year and prompted healthcare regulations that penalize hospitals for re-admissions. More post-discharge adverse events are related to medications than other causes. About half of patients don’t take their medications as prescribed. (New England Healthcare Institute, 2009).

For more information, please visit our website: www.MedManMedPax.com or call us at 208.762.9355.

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Home Improvement

Selling Your Home?

Name Brand Furniture Kincaid (La-Z-Boy) Ashley Design Luke Leather Stein World Palliser …many others!

Which Fixes are Worth it to Lure Buyers

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kay, don’t panic.

If you’re one of those homeowners who’s been moaning about how hard it’s been trying to sell your house, your bargaining power -- you remember that concept, right? -- hasn’t been completely devastated just because a flood of recent foreclosures.

In fact, while studies have shown your own property value could take up to another 4 percent hit if you’re within a quarter mile of a foreclosure ultimately snapped up at auction or taken back by the lender, the thing to remember is this: Most buyers today are only interested in homes that are “move-in-ready,” so if yours isn’t ... well, there’s your problem.

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“Buyers generally look at ‘as-is’ properties that need work, and say ‘I’ll pass,’” says Patsy O’Neill, a sales associate with Sotheby’s in Montclair, N.J. “That’s why I tell clients it’s worth making certain strategic fixes if they’re looking for quicker and more profitable sales.”

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So, which “fixes” are worth it, and which aren’t? Read on.

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Worth It: Addressing major maintenance and safety issues. Would you buy a house with faulty electrical wiring? Enough said.

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Not Worth It: Major bath renovations.

“Whatever you do might not suit the buyer,” says O’Neill, “and meanwhile, you’d have spent as much as tens of thousands of dollars.” Meaning, stick to things like repairing cracked shower doors, and save your visions of a modern-day spa for your own new abode.

Worth It: Ripping up old carpeting. Whether you replace it with new carpets or refinish the underlying wood floor is less important than getting rid of an eyesore.

Not Worth It: Major kitchen renovations.

Same “taste” issue as above.

Worth It: Anything that enhances “curb appeal.” If the first thing prospective buyers notice even before exiting their cars is that your roof looks like it’s been whipped by a tornado, chances are you’ve already lost the sale. “It’s a huge turn-off,” says O’Neill, “and makes buyers predisposed to find even more things they don’t like.”

Not Worth It: Anything that screams clutter. The less of “you” there is, the more likely prospective buyers are to imagine themselves happily living there.

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Outdoor Cooking Bring Your Kitchen Outside!

Brought to you by: Builder’s Design Showcase, Coeur d’Alene

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ntertaining friends or hosting a holiday with family can be rewarding and fun as well as incredibly stressful.

Preparing a large meal takes time, attention to detail, and a good amount of patience. Finding enough space and seating can also be a headache as no matter the square footage you have someone is almost always standing or hunkered down at the kiddie table. Most of the time as the host you’re so busy in the kitchen, you rarely have time to enjoy the company. So why not make things easy and move your guests and your cooking outside?

Backyard kitchens and built in barbecue grills are becoming more and more popular and desirable as people realize their benefits.

Having your cooking area in the backyard not only allows your guests to spread out across the yard but gives you the host opportunities to mingle while preparing a meal. Jennifer Hege, owner of Builder’s Design Center in Coeur d’Alene says the possibilities are endless when it comes to backyard entertaining. “You can start with something as simple as a built in charcoal grill and go all the way up to pizza ovens, wet bars, and formal seating, all depending on your style of entertaining,” said Hege.

With good weather lasting often from April through October, you can enjoy the beauty of this part of the country for months and break away from indoor eating where distractions

like the television can take away from the dining experience.

While outdoor kitchens and patios can grow to take over a significant part of the yard, Hege says you really don’t need a lot of space to get going. “As little as an 8x10 area can give you a cooking and seating area outside,” said Hege. Professional designers can help you make the best use of your space and can find ways to stay within a budget.

“Your space should tie in with the theme of your home and its architectural style,” said Hege. “These types of spaces can help define a home and subtly alter its look.” There are many materials to choose from all which can tie into the personal look of your home. “I prefer to use stone, masonry, and concrete whenever possible, although some cedar and iron are great for accents and texture,” said Hege. “Countertops, I prefer to make out of concrete for durability and thickness options since granite should really be under a roof or cover to protect it from cracking and fading.

The addition of outdoor cooking area adds both value and desirability to your home.

Being able to cook and mingle at the same time will help relieve stress and make hosting more enjoyable for yourself and your guests.

Most importantly you will have a space to enjoy time with your family, friends, and the great outdoors we’re so blessed to have in this part of the country.

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Our food is prepared from scratch.

We believe in using natural organic ingredients. ”Angelo. Authentic Italian Cuisine, Fresh Organic Food.” DINNER FOR 2 & A BOTTLE OF WINE $55. Choose from 15 Entrees & 10 Bottles of Wine.

Open 7 days a week from 4pm-10pm. www.angelosristorante.net 846 North Fourth Street Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 83814 208.765.2850

A beautiful waterfront, fine-dining restaurant in a romantic lodge setting overlooking Lake Pend Oreille.

Spectacular sunsets, innovative cuisine, full bar and extensive wine list.

Reservations recommended. www.41SouthSandpoint.com 41 Lakeshore Drive, Sagle, Idaho 83860 208.265.2000

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Nate’s New York Pizza

Coeur d’Alene Cellars

Tomato Street

Calypsos Coffee & Creamery

Trinity at City Beach

Shoga Sushi Bar

Sandpoint’s premier waterfront dining offers an extensive menu of American cuisine with an impressive wine list. Featuring a full service bar and beautiful views of Lake Pend Oreille. www.trinityatcitybeach.com 56 Bridge Street Sandpoint, Idaho 83864 208.255.7558

Forty-One South brings sushi back to Sandpoint. Delicious sushi and Japanese cuisine. Beautiful, waterfront dining with spectacular sunset views.

Professional and courteous service. Open in the evenings Wednesday-Sunday. www.shogasushi.com 41 Lakeshore Drive Sagle, Idaho 83860 208.265.2001

Ricardo’s Baja Tacos

Fu-Ki Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar

You’ll never leave hungry at this authentic New York style Pizzeria in Post Falls. Nate’s serves up the biggest pies in town including the famous 36” pizza challenge. Stop by on Wednesdays when an 18” pepperoni pizza is just $15, and don’t forget to try some of the best hot wings in town. Stay and enjoy a glass of wine, mixed drink, or regional craft beer on tap or call ahead and take your pizza to go.

920 North Hwy 41 Post Falls, Idaho 83854 208.773.6697

Voted North ID’s #1 Italian Restaurant 3 consecutive years in a row. Said to have the best kid’s meal in town. Distinctive and entertaining atmosphere for everyone; using a wood fired oven to bring back many memories of the past. Beer, wine, full bar. 2012 BEST ITALIAN RESTAURANT. www.tomatostreet.com 221 West Appleway Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 83814 208.667.5000

If you’re looking for a healthy, fresh made lunch for under $6, you have to check out Ricardo’s Baja Tacos! They serve up authentic Mexican favorites made from scratch each day. An excellent selection of tacos, burritos, quesadillas and more all come with homemade salsa and guacamole. Stop by on Taco Tuesday where if you buy 3 tacos, the fourth is free! Now serving fish tacos and burritos.

504 East Seltice Way Post Falls, Idaho 208.620.0132

Open Saturday & Sunday for Brunch from 10am-2pm

Coeur d’Alene Cellars is celebrating their 10th year of making some of the best local wines. The winery creates 3000 cases of wine each year right here in Coeur d’Alene.

Wine tastings, live music, appetizers, & more can be found at the winery’s swanky wine bar, Barrel Room No. 6. Visit the website for a listing of upcoming events. www.cdacellars.com 3890 North Schreiber Way Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 83815 208.664.2336

At Calypsos you’ll find a combination of amazing coffee, which they roast onsite, ice cream, fantastic food and live music on a regular basis. They display artwork from local artists, offer free wifi, have a play area for the kids and also offer a Smart Room for meeting rentals! www.calypsoscoffee.com 116 East Lakeside Avenue Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 208.665.0591

Fu-Ki Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi bar in Post Falls, Idaho is well-known for our creative & delicious selection of Sushi, Teppanyaki style cooking and fine cuisine.

Open 7 days a week. Lyoness Member. www.fukisteakhouse.com 1500 East Seltice Way Post Falls, Idaho 83854 208.457.7077

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Both Restaurants Located at 41 Lakeshore Drive, Sagle, Idaho and Open 7 Nights a Week for Dinner. Like us on Facebook for Updates!

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All natural beef, pork, chicken and wild game. Custom mobile butchering also available.

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uring warmer months, there’s no competition when it comes to choosing where to cook. Outdoor cooking is more popular than ever before, and not just because of the delicious food, convenience and healthy appeal.

A Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) poll reveals that 52 percent of grilling enthusiasts say great weather adds to their cooking experience, while 31 percent enjoy the casual atmosphere of the outdoors and 28 percent like the ability to accommodate more guests.

“With such a diverse line of grills and smokers, the barbecue industry offers consumers the opportunity to cook anytime, anywhere and anything, whether it’s breakfast, dinner or even dessert,” said Leslie Wheeler, HPBA communications director.

“The barbecue industry produces grills for every pocketbook and every lifestyle -; making cooking outdoors even more popular and versatile than ever.”

Grilled Pizza, Peaches and Pies, Oh My! While hamburgers and steaks remain grill favorites, innovative chefs are creating delicious and non-traditional off-the-grill meals. From grilled pizzas to quesadillas, vegetable kabobs, fruits and desserts, you

can tempt taste buds at your next cookout with something new from the grill.

Peaches, nectarines and apricots can be marinated and grilled to perfection. Simply place halved fruits on the grill for three to four minutes, until lightly browned. Serve the fruit warm with ice cream or frozen yogurt for a dynamic dessert.

Before the guests arrive at your next cookout, make sure your grill is in tip-top shape. Here are some tips from HPBA:

Large selection of American Made smokers, grills, and locally made fire pits

- If a grill has rusty parts or wobbly legs, no longer meets its manufacturer’s safety guidelines or is old, it might be time to replace the grill.

- Before you fire up the grill, make sure that you have a full propane cylinder or a bag of charcoal to get you through the cookout.

- Grilling accessories are just as essential as the food. Grilling baskets can help cook different vegetables or fish, while food warmers and insulated grill covers can keep food warm until it hits the plate.

For more grilling tips to help ensure blunderfree barbecues, mouth-watering recipes and the latest grill and accessories information, visit HPBA’s Web site, www.hpba.org.

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wine bar relax with friends. settle in by the fire. enjoy a menu of fine wines, light fare and hearty favorites. open daily live entertainment fridays & saturdays from 7pm

North Idaho College Culinary Arts Program Providing Hands On Experience

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he Culinary Arts program provides students with entry-level skills in the food service industry.

Students receive instruction in cooking and baking, as well as theoretical knowledge that underlines competency in the field. Additional training involves table service, menus, cost controls, storeroom, and stewarding. Students will have the opportunity to:

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Gain an appreciation for the history, evolution, and international diversity of the culinary arts.

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Develop a sense of professionalism necessary for working successfully in the food service industry.

Students spend approximately 10 hours a week in theory and 20 hours a week in the kitchen and dining room operating Emery’s Restaurant to learn the front and back of restaurant operations.

To learn more about North Idaho College’s Culinary arts program, call 208.769.7784 or visit www.nic.edu/programs.

Rick’s Recipes Rick Schultz has been NIC’s Culinary Arts instructor since he helped found the program in 1990. He studied at the Culinary Institute of America, owned his own restaurant in Washington, and managed a high-end Italian restaurant in Chicago before moving back

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chicken to the wok and pour in the spaghetti sauce. Heat through and serve over pasta.

Top with chopped parsley.

Rasta Pasta INGREDIENTS: • 1/4 pound penne pasta • 2 teaspoons butter, divided • 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast trimmed of fat and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices • 1-1/2 teaspoons Cajun-style blackened seasoning • 1 clove garlic, chopped • 1/4 large red onion, cut into wedges • 1/4 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips • 1/4 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips • 1/4 yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes • 1/8 teaspoon curry powder • salt and pepper to taste • 1/2 (24 ounce) jar meatless spaghetti sauce

Yield: Two servings

DIRECTIONS: 1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until tender but still firm, about 8 minutes. Drain.

2. Meanwhile, melt 1 teaspoon of butter in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat.

Add chicken pieces; cook and stir until browned. Season with blackened seasoning, and remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

3. Melt the remaining butter in the wok/skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion; cook and stir until fragrant and beginning to brown. Add the garlic, green, red and yellow pepper strips, and season with red pepper flakes, curry powder, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until the peppers are hot. Return the

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----------------------------Slammin’ Salmon INGREDIENTS: • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar • 2 tablespoons lemon juice • 2 tablespoons soy sauce • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar • 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger • 1/2 teaspoon paprika • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil • 1/4 cup oil • 2 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless salmon fillets DIRECTIONS: Stir balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and soy sauce with salt, brown sugar, ground ginger, paprika, pepper, and red pepper flakes until the salt has dissolved. Stir in garlic, green onions, sesame oil, and peanut oil until well combined.

Pour marinade into a re-sealable plastic bag or glass bowl. Add salmon to marinade and gently toss to coat. Place into refrigerator and marinate 2 to 24 hours.

Prepare an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.

Drain excess marinade from salmon fillets.

Grill until firm and opaque, about 4 minutes per side.

We offer a variety of fishwiches, fish and chips, salads, smoked fish, snacks and sushi.

Stop in and dine with us today or take something TO GO!

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Sandpoint, Idaho

is “The Most Beautiful Small Town in the USA” as distinguished by Rand McNally and USA Today. What makes our small, north Idaho town so outstanding? Allow us to count the ways…

Indie Culture – Independent

shops, funky coffee houses and walkability contribute to the genuine, organic character of this arts community. Live entertainment and events are plentiful.

Food and Wine –

Nationally acclaimed downtown food and wine events along with regionally and nationally recognized breweries, winery, coffee roasters and artisan meats and cheeses have made Sandpoint the foodie capitol of Idaho.

Life just tastes better here.

Beauty

– Historic buildings charm downtown streets with breathtakingly scenic backdrops. The people here are friendly, neighborly and welcoming.

The Cedar Street Bridge Public Marketplace, City Beach, Pend Oreille Bay trail, historic train depot, Panida theater, parks, boardwalk, public art, and downtown events offer opportunities both, to explore and relax.

Sandpoint … a small town with Located on the shore of beautiful Lake Pend Oreille, against the dramatic backdrop of the Selkirk Mountains and Schweitzer Mountain ski resort, Sandpoint is a lively community of about 7,200 people, as of the 2010 Census.

Incorporated in 1901, Sandpoint was built on the rich heritage of the railroad and timber industries. In the 1970s came an influx of artists and musicians, creating an ongoing legacy of arts and cultural events. Today

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tourism, retail, service and entrepreneurial independent businesses all contribute to a downtown district that attracts visitors as well as residents for dining, shopping and community events.

Downtown Sandpoint comprises about 400 businesses, with a rich mix of shops and retailers, restaurants, hotels and service providers.

Great Reasons to Locate in Sandpoint • Sandpoint believes in itself. Private investment in the business district has been more than $10-million over the last five years. Businesses have joined together to form a Business Improvement District and are partnering with the City of Sandpoint in an ongoing “vitalization effort.

• Sandpoint is a shopping destination! With a healthy mix of retail, professional, financial, government, and non-profit businesses that include Coldwater Creek along with an eclectic collection of fine restaurants and shops Sandpoint naturally draws residents and visitors alike to its business district.

• Sandpoint’s unique small town, historic ambiance and location provides employees, business owners and customers with a sense of place and price, creating a beautiful, safe, clean, and inviting place to do business.

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The Downtown Sandpoint Business Association exists to work in a cooperative effort with the community to enhance the economic vitality and the aesthetic and cultural character of Sandpoint for this and future generations.

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• Big enough to offer the cultural events of a city and small enough to easily find them, John Villani recently ranked Sandpoint one of “The 100 Best Small Art towns in America.”

• Sandpoint is the county seat. The airport and all five of the county’s top employers are located within a few miles of the Sandpoint business district.

• Lake Pend Oreille, Schweitzer Mountain Resort and the town of Sandpoint form a triangle of year-round appeal. Sense of place, local artists, regional crafts, fine dining, recreational activities, entertainment, natural environment, and small town atmosphere make Downtown Sandpoint what it is!

Shopping Extravaganza

Summer Sounds

The Long Bridge Swim

Arts & Crafts Fair

Free live music by local artists on the corner of First Ave. and Cedar St. every Saturday during the summer. 4-6pm.

If you love to swim, and we mean LOVE it, then this is your event. Our long bridge is just over 1 mile long and participants get the opportunity to have a safe and monitored race across that portion of our lake. Festivities continue at City Beach with awards and food. August 3rd. downtownsandpoint.com/long-bridge-swim/

No small town would be complete without an Arts and Crafts Fair. Sandpoint’s is held at City Beach for the weekend with over 100 vendors offering the best of their trade. There is truly a gift for any occasion!

August 10th-11th.

First Thursdays First Thursdays are a downtown celebration happening the first Thursday of every month!

August - Pre-Festival Block Party on Church Street.

September - The 2nd annual Battle of the Bands. Bands are scattered throughout downtown competing for the people’s choice grand prize.

October - Oktoberfest

Spokane to Sandpoint Relay The 200 mile Relay begins atop Mt. Spokane, winds through 60 miles of Centennial Trail and meanders through two National Forests en route to the finish line at the beach in beautiful Sandpoint. Register at www.spokanetosandpoint.com.

Farmers Market Our local farmers and artists join together at Farmin Park to distribute their products to locals and visitors alike. Fresh produce, artistic beads and garments, and fresh baked goods only describe the surface of what you can find at our wonderful openair marketplace. Wednesdays & Saturdays from May-September.

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This is a stunning 3,758 square foot home with magnificent design and superb finishes including a beautiful floor to ceiling Montana granite fireplace, custom leaded glass windows offering stunning lake views, large kitchen with double oven stack, walk-in pantry and extra refrigerator/freezer. A Marquis hot tub sits on the 1,232 square foot redwood deck. The Lake is readily accessible via a serpentine path with steps and inclines.

With four bedrooms and 3-1/2 baths, two of the bedrooms share a big upstairs family bathroom, and the large private guest room enjoys an ensuite bath. The Master suite includes a large bathroom with shower, jetted corner tub, double vanity, close-by laundry and a sewing/craft room that meets code as a bedroom but could easily be used as home office or nursery. Every room in the house enjoys access to the built-in sound system. A full-sized garage basement holds emergency generator and water treatment system and has ample space for workshop, studio and/or storage. This is a “must-see”. Owner terms are available. $1,295,000 MLS#20122613 FLEX# 12-7838

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ike-Media and Coeur d’Alene Living are excited to announce our new online presence – cdaliving.com. More than just a website, it is a new concept in web design, offering those in the community an opportunity to contribute – whether through instagram, vine videos or your own personal blog.

We look forward to bringing you local, state, regional and national news as well as forecasts so you can plan your weekend escape. Unsure of where that escape should be? We have great tips on destinations throughout the Northwest. If you missed the latest high school football game, we will keep you up to date with the score so you don’t have to wait for your morning paper to arrive.

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Allen Pest Control Whatever pests are bothering you, contact us and our trained technicians will provide treatments using the safest products on the market.

Allen Pest Control wants to thank you for your continuing business since 1996. We service residents and businesses of all kinds in protecting homes and businesses from pesky invaders.

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Compete Academy Rams home game face off against Wenatchee at Frontier Ice Arena

Compete Hockey Academy Expands For the 2013-2014 Season

By Jocelyn Stott

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ack-to-school for some hockey-playing student athletes in Coeur d’Alene may mean catching a few flights just to get there. Hometowns for some teens planning to attend the expanding Compete Hockey Academy may include Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Denver – even St. Petersburg, Russia.

Compete Hockey Academy is one of the only schools of its kind in the Inland Northwest region. The academy combines four days a week of high school education for boys ages 14-18 with on and off-ice hockey practices and fitness training – and then there’s the rigorous game schedule.

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Through an arrangement with Genesis Preparatory Academy in Post Falls, players attend school Monday through Thursday in accordance with the private school’s calendar. They then take a bus from the school’s Real Life Ministries campus in Post Falls just off Highway 41 to Frontier Ice Arena located at 3525 W. Seltice Ave. in Coeur d’Alene or to a nearby workout facility on practice days.

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The two teams - Varsity (freshman, sophomore) and Prep (junior, senior) spend a large portion of their weekends traveling to showcase tournaments in the United States and Canada. Most tournaments are held in large metropolitan areas such as Boston, Chicago, and Denver, and southern Alberta and British Columbia.

Of course there are a few weekends where the boys will play on their home ice at Frontier Ice Arena. When they do, be sure to take advantage of the free admission for some great hockey played by up-and-coming stars.

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Wayne Gretzky and Cam Severson in the Compete Academy locker room at Frontier Ice Arena during the July 2013 Power Skating camp.

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Coach Cam Severson said most of the players on his team rosters are training to advance to a Western Hockey League (WHL) or a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) level team.

He added that many of his prospects attended his two-week camp held at Frontier Ice Arena to take advantage of the skating instruction provided by Boris Doroshenko and other coaches. Oh and Wayne Gretzky laced up the skates and helped coach during July’s camp too!

Severson noted that the camp and school are appealing to many families simply due to the proximity to Lake Coeur d’Alene and surrounding amenities. “They make a family vacation out of it,” says Severson.

The 2012-13 season was the first for the Compete Hockey Rams, as they made their home base in the newly constructed Coeur d’Alene rink. This year, the team has been accepted into the Canadian Sports School Hockey League, adding additional prep schools to their schedule.

Severson, former WHL Spokane Chiefs and NHL Anaheim Mighty Ducks player, has coached several current and former WHL players over the years in Spokane, Coeur d’Alene, Wenatchee and Alaska.

For information on Compete Hockey Academy, visit competehockeyacademy.com.

For rink information visit www.frontiericearena.org.

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Diamond Cup Coming to Coeur d’Alene

Hydroplane Boat Races Taking Place Over Labor Day Weekend

By Colin Anderson | Photos Courtesy H1 Racing

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f you think watching stock cars navigate turns around Stateline speedway is a rush, prepare for an even faster, wilder ride this Labor Day weekend over Lake Coeur d’Alene. The Diamond Cup is the 7th stop on the H1 Hydroplane Circuit which started in Qatar in the Middle East and will end the season in San Diego, California. These incredible machines can reach speeds of over 200 miles an hour and hardly touch the lake surface as they zip around the race course.

Tickets can be purchased through TicketsWest.

There are single and multi-day packages at a variety of price points. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.diamondcuprace.com.

The race course is a traditional oval shape and will be centered just below the Coeur d’Alene Resort Course on Silver Beach along Coeur d’Alene Lake Drive. Multiple seating options are available including bleachers, VIP, and corporate cabanas. No matter where you sit you’ll be in for one of the fastest shows you’ve ever seen.

• A modern Unlimited is made of aluminum, fiberglass, carbon fiber and graphite composites, and weighs a minimum of 6,750 pounds in race trim.

On Friday, admission is free. You can also buy a $10 pit pass so race enthusiasts are able to meander through the pits and see these boats up close and ask the experts questions. Qualifying begins on Saturday and every boat in attendance is scheduled to race. Sunday is when the competition really heats up as qualifiers compete for the fastest time and ultimately the Grand Prix Championship. Event organizers are hoping for a turnout of at least 70,000 fans throughout the weekend! With so many people expected to attend, event goers should take advantage of a free shuttle that will be running all day from the Kootenai County Fairgrounds.

• All of today’s unlimited hydroplanes are powered by a single Lycoming T-55 L-7 turbine engine that once powered our military’s Chinook helicopters dating as far back as the Vietnam War.

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Quick Facts about Hydroplanes from H1 Racing: • Modern Hydroplane Unlimited is the world’s fastest racing boat.

• The boats are between 28 and 32 feet long, 12 to 14 1/2 feet wide.

• The turbine is capable of outputs of around 3000 Horsepower and runs on Jet-A (kerosene) fuel.

• Race props can cost in excess of $15,000.

The prop creates the distinctive “roostertail” behind the boat, raising literally tons of water into the air for up to 300 feet behind the boat.

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HELPFUL COPING STRATEGIES

People can and do

Acknowledge that you have been through traumatic events

recover from trauma

Connect with others, especially those who may have shared the stressful event or experienced other trauma

SYMPTOMS OF TRAUMA CHECKLIST

Exercise — try jogging, aerobics, bicycling, or walking

Headaches, backaches, stomachaches, etc.

Sudden sweating and/or heart palpitations Changes in sleep patterns, appetite, interest in sex Constipation or diarrhea Easily startled by noises or unexpected touch More susceptible to colds and illnesses Increased use of alcohol or drugs and/or overeating Fear, depression, anxiety

Relax — try yoga, stretching, massage, mediation, deep muscle relaxation, etc.

Take up music, art, or other diversions Maintain balanced diet and sleep cycle Avoid over-using stimulants like caffeine, sugar, or nicotine Commit to something personally meaningful and important every day Write about your experience for yourself or to share with others

Outbursts of anger or rage Emotional swings Nightmares and flashbacks — re-experiencing the trauma Tendency to isolate oneself or feelings of detachment Difficulty trusting and/or feelings of betrayal Self-blame, survivor guilt, or shame Diminished interest in everyday activities

HOW TO TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR Make your doctor aware that you have experienced trauma, past or recent Help them understand what is helpful to you during office visits, i.e., asking permission to do a procedure, staying as clothed as possible, explaining procedures thoroughly, or having a supporter stay in the room with you Ask for referrals to therapy and behavioral health support 38 Coeur d’Alene Living Local | www.cdaliving.com

ASK YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL ABOUT TREATMENTS TRADITIONAL TREATMENTS Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy

ALTERNATIVE TREATMENTS Energy Processing Hypnotherapy Neuro-Linguistic Programming Massage Therapy

Talk Therapy

Pet or Equine Therapy

Exposure Therapy

Trauma and Recovery Peer Support Groups

Group Therapy

Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP)

For more information, interviews, and research on trauma check out the National Council’s magazine edition on the topic

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What is the impact of trauma? An individual’s experience of trauma impacts every area of human functioning – physical, mental, behavioral, social, spiritual. Understanding the neurological, biological, psychological and social impacts of being a person who has experienced trauma leads to healing.

How common is trauma? 70% of adults in the US have experienced some type of traumatic event at least once in their lives. 51% experienced some sort of trauma in childhood. 98% of public behavioral health clients have experienced trauma. National Council for Behavioral Health Trauma is treatable! Healing is possible. There are many evidence based models and promising practices designed for specific populations, types of trauma, and behavioral health manifestations.

TRAUMA CAN STEM FROM Childhood abuse or neglect Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse

War and other forms of violence

Accidents and natural disasters Grief and loss

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hat is trauma? Trauma is more emotion than the brain can deal with. Trauma can stem from childhood abuse or neglect; physical, emotional or sexual abuse; accidents and natural disasters; grief and loss; medical interventions; war and other forms of violence; cultural, intergenerational and historical trauma; witnessing acts of violence; abandonment; death of a parent; alcoholic or other drug addicted parent.

Learn more on September 11, 2013 at a Lunch & Learn training hosted by Kootenai Alliance for Children & Families at the Best Western Cd’A Inn Convention Center from 10am-2pm.

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AUGUST 2013

HEALTHYLIVING

Keep your family on track and incorporate a few simple rules for healthy living into your busy lives.

Four Tips to Avoid the Burn After Workouts Structured Rest Helps Muscles Build Back Faster For Harder, Longer, More Challenging Workouts

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any Americans equate exercise with pain - they want to “feel the burn” because “there’s no gain without pain.” But when it comes to gaining muscle, rest is just as important as repetition.

Exercise causes small tears in muscle fibers.

During rest, the body works to repair those muscles, building them back stronger than they were.

Experienced athletes know the value of structured rest - many strive to help their

muscles build back as fast as possible so they can move on to harder, longer and more challenging workouts. But even casual athletes and weekend warriors can takes steps towards smarter rest. The experts at W.F. Young, Inc., the company that makes Absorbine Jr. pain relieving liquid, offers the following tips: • Start slow. Many people make the mistake of trying to do too much too fast. If you haven’t participated in an activity for a while, ease yourself in start with a moderate 15 to 30 minutes

of activity, and increase duration and intensity by no more than 10 percent each week. Vary your workouts so you give each muscle group one to three days of rest, depending on your fitness level.

• Fuel yourself. Prior to a workout, your body needs carbohydrates, so snack on fruit or oats. Consuming an energy drink or bar during long workouts can help boost your muscles’ glycogen, or energy stores, so you won’t feel as sore post-workout.

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HEALTHYLIVING AUGUST 2013 • For approximately two hours after exercise, your body can synthesize carbohydrates and protein faster than normal, so make sure you eat healthy carbohydrates and protein soon after exercise. Good choices include toast with fruit or a whole-wheat bagel with peanut butter.

• Soothe your muscles. If your muscles

For approximately two hours after exercise, your body can synthesize carbohydrates and protein faster than normal.

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are sore after exercise, use heat, massage and gentle stretching to increase circulation and promote healing. Use Absorbine Jr. pre- or post-workout for added relief - the fast-absorbing, pain relieving liquid uses botanical extracts to soothe aches, pains and strains, so you’ll be ready for your next workout in no time.

• Embrace active recovery. Your muscles need rest - but rest can mean a brisk walk or a slow bike ride. In fact, gently exercising during a rest day can increase blood flow to sore areas, helping muscles recover more quickly than a few hours spent vegging on the couch.

Health Tips • Soothe your muscles with gentle stretching.

• Start slowly.

• Choose good carbohydrates and proteins such as toast and fruit or a whole wheat bagel.

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ccording to David H. Stone, M.D., a vascular surgeon at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and member of the Society for Vascular Surgery, poor sleep is one factor that can lead to stroke.

“Research says less than six hours a night increases the risk of stroke symptoms fourfold among middle age to older adults who had a normal weight and low risk for obstructive sleep apnea,” said Dr. Stone. “Lack of sleep increases inflammation, blood pressure and the release of certain hormones, which create a greater stress response that increases stroke risk.”

Following are important tips for a good night sleep: * Get a comfortable, firm bed for spine and body support and ease of movement. People with chronic pain can use a heated waterbed, airbed or foam mattress; an electric blanket, or mattress pad on low heat or a wool mattress pad that provides heat are useful for cool or damp nights. * Temperatures higher than 75 degrees or less than 54 disrupt sleep. Researchers suggest cooler rather than hotter rooms; use a vaporizer or humidifier if needed as moist heat leads to better sleep. Clear space

around the bed with only necessary items placed on a nightstand. * Refrain from stimulants like cigarettes, diet pills and caffeine. * Avoid electronic devices an hour before you go to bed -- they disrupt sleep rhythms. * Avoid diuretics before bedtime. Unless told to increase fluids by your doctor, reduce them prior to sleep. Eating before bed is not recommended; a glass of warm milk at bedtime is acceptable.

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* To wind down read a chapter of a book or take a warm bath. To fall asleep, try distraction. Count backwards or try relaxation tapes. * Go to bed and get up at the same time daily. Afternoon naps are allowed, but not after dinner. * Get outside on sunny days to regulate your body’s internal clock. Exercise at the same time during the day but not before bed. * Reset your sleep clock. Go to bed an hour earlier or later each day until you reach the hour you want to go to sleep.

To learn more about your vascular health, visit the Society for Vascular Surgery’s website at www.VascularWeb.org.

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No matter where you live, you may buy insurance from private health plans that cover a comprehensive set of benefits.

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o doubt you’ve been starting to hear about the new Health Insurance Marketplace, a key part of the health care law that will be open for business on Oct. 1. But you probably still have questions. Well, we’ve got answers.

The best place for the latest, most accurate information on the Marketplace is the updated website HealthCare.gov. At the site you can learn what it is, who can apply for insurance, how to get insurance, how to lower your costs, and more. The Marketplace will help you find health insurance that fits your budget and meets your needs, with less hassle. If you own a small business, there’s information for you too.

No matter where you live, you may buy insurance from private health plans that cover a comprehensive set of benefits, including doctor visits, hospital stays, preventive care and prescriptions. And plans in the Marketplace can’t deny you coverage because of a pre-existing condition.

With a single application, you can also see if you qualify for Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program, or savings you can use right away to lower your health insurance premiums.

Enrollment Starts Oct. 1, 2013. Visit HealthCare.gov to Get Ready.

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You can read information that pertains to you, print checklists and watch videos to help you get ready to apply and enroll.

You and your family can explore every qualified health plan in your area and fill out an application when you’re ready. You’ll be able to take control with better information, including details about benefits and prices presented in clear language you can understand, so you’ll know what your premiums, deductibles and other costs will be before you make a choice.

Once you’ve decided on a plan, you don’t need to go anywhere else.

Starting in October, you’ll be able to enroll in the Marketplace directly for coverage that begins Jan. 1, 2014.

Want help or need more information? You can participate in a web chat on the website; or call a toll-free number, 1.800.318.2596 to speak with a customer service representative, and there will be people in your community who can help with your choices.

Visit HealthCare.gov now to get all the information you need about the Marketplace. Come back Oct. 1, fill out an application and enroll.

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Sun Exposure

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ith summer here, it’s fair to ask whether sunshine is a public-health menace or a savior. For the past 30 or so years, a loud anti-sunshine message has ruled the day. More recently, scientists have begun to shed some light on the other side of the sunshine story. Sunshine is free – it has no marketing department for its life-giving benefits. If a pharmaceutical company patented and sold sunshine, the public message we receive about it would be completely different. So here are a few reasons we recommend soaking up some sun this summer.

A Better Night’s Sleep Your amount of daylight exposure is vital in maintaining a normal circadian rhythm.

These rhythms include physical, mental, and behavioral changes that follow a 24-hour cycle and respond to light and darkness in the body’s environment. The sleep-wake cycle is contingent on morning sunlight to help you sleep at night. According to the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS), natural sunlight helps your body clock restart to its active daytime phase, So get up, get out, and enjoy some sunshine to keep your circadian rhythm in check this summer.

Enhances Your Mood Regular UV exposure can naturally increase the serotonin levels in your body, making you more active and alert. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), exposure to sunlight, whether from the sun itself or indoor sunbeds, is seen as an approach to increase serotonin without the use of drugs.

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), seasonal depression, and mood variation have all been linked to sunlight exposure. Grab a few minutes in the sun or enjoy a quick, climatecontrolled suntan session to lift your mood.

Lowers Blood Pressure Skin which is exposed to UV rays releases a compound, nitric oxide, which lowers blood pressure, as revealed in a recent study by dermatologists at Edinburgh University.

Protects Against Sunburn Moderate UV exposure actually protects you from burning. A base tan adds another layer to your sun protection arsenal – making

sunscreen worn outdoors even more effective. Developing a tan is your skin’s natural response to UV exposure. So think of the tanning process as Mother Nature’s way of shielding your skin from damage. Here’s how: Melanin pigment produced when UV light meets the skin literally enshrouds and shields skin cells in the skin’s epidermis, protecting each cell from getting too much UV exposure.

Melanin is a powerful antioxidant, helping the skin naturally eliminate free-radicals that can cause damage.

As the skin tans, the outer layer thickens (a natural process called acanthosis) which is nature’s design to make the skin naturally more resistant to sunburn.

Boosts Vitamin D The most notable benefit of moderate sun exposure is Vitamin D. Every cell in the human body has Vitamin D receptors, so it’s not just a vitamin we can take; it is a hormone our bodies produce naturally when skin is exposed to Ultraviolet B rays (UVB) from sunlight or indoor sunbeds. Some of this essential Vitamin can be absorbed from food or supplements as part of a healthy diet, but the sun-to-skin-to-bloodstream route is the most natural and effective way. Scientists now recommend Vitamin D blood levels of 40-60 ng/ml. Only those who get regular UV exposure have those levels naturally. A healthy supply of Vitamin D promotes bone growth and helps to prevent breast and colon cancer, heart disease, diabetes, inflammation, multiple sclerosis, seasonal disorders, and depression.

A Healthy Looking Glow There is a reason you look forward to the arrival of summer and sunny days. Exposure to UV not only makes you feel great; it also makes you look great. For those individuals who can develop a tan, the cosmetic and Vitamin D-related benefits of non-burning exposure to ultraviolet light in appropriate moderation outweigh the easily manageable risks associated with overexposure and sunburn.

Ultimately, our advice is to practice a balanced approach to sun exposure and avoid sunburn, not sunshine!

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Rare Flower Jolts Skin’s Vitality

The Key to Smoother, Younger-looking Skin

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hen it comes to healthier skin, flower power isn’t such a ridiculous idea.

Haberlea rhodopensis, a rare Resurrection Flower, might be the key to smoother, younger-looking skin.

Indigenous to the harsh, arid Rhodopes Mountain Range in Bulgaria, the flower has adapted to survive in extremely arid conditions and can survive periods of dryness in a suspended state for up to 31 months. Even after drying out completely, a few drops of moisture are enough for the plant to return to normal growth. It will resume its usual functions in a matter of hours and achieve full recovery in one to two days. For this reason, it is sometimes called a “Resurrection Flower.”

The plant’s unique ability to revitalize its own cells may allow it to create visibly healthier, younger-looking skin in humans. In young women, the skin replaces its cells every 28 days. Some studies show that by age 40, skin takes 40 days to replenish itself. This contributes to changes in the skin’s appearance that most women dislike, including a rougher

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texture, less elasticity, and more fine lines and wrinkles.

However, Haberlea rhodopensis may have both a protective and a vitalitystimulating effect on skin. One company, Kiehl’s, has added a high concentration of the Resurrection Flower to a new advanced anti-aging cream. Called “Rosa Arctica Youth Regenerating Cream,” its active complex has been shown to increase cell vitality and protect skin cells from future aging in-vitro. After using the cream, 91 percent of consumers said that their skin looked rejuvenated, while 93 percent reported that their skin felt denser and thicker. Most people felt they looked five years younger after using Rosa Arctica.

The high concentration of the Resurrection Flower in Rosa Arctica helps skin retain moisture for smoother, healthier skin while increasing cell vitality and triggering the skin’s natural ability to create elastin and collagen.

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o understand this technique, it is important to understand the fascial system. Myo means muscle, and fascia (pronounced “fasha”) is the connective tissue. The fascia is a specialized system of the body that has an appearance similar to a spider’s web or a sweater. Fascia is very densely woven, covering and interpenetrating every muscle, bone, nerve, artery and vein as well as all of our internal organs including heart, lungs, brain and spinal cord. The most interesting aspect of the fascial system is that it is not just a system of separate coverings. It is actually one structure that exists from head to foot without interruption. In this way, you can begin to see that each part of the entire body is connected to every other part by the fascia, like the yarn in a sweater.

Fascia also plays an important role in the support of our bodies, since it surrounds and attaches to all structures.

These structures would not be able to provide stability without the constant pull of the fascial system. In fact, our bones can be thought of as tent poles which cannot support the structure without the constant support of the guide wires (or fascia) to keep an adequate amount of tension to allow the tent (or body) to remain upright with proper equilibrium.

Trauma, such as a fall, whiplash or surgery can cause tight areas in the fascia. This system is also affected by repetitive motions or just habitual poor posture which over time have a cumulative effect. The changes caused in the fascial system influence the skeletal framework for our posture. The fascia can exert excessive pressure, producing pain, restriction of motion, decreased flexibility and is a determining factor in our ability to withstand stress and strain.

Myofascial Release is a gentle, safe and highly effective, whole body, “hands on” approach.

It allows therapists to look at each patient as unique with focus on the whole body rather than just the injured part. Often where people feel the pain, is not where the problem really is located. MFR utilizes varying pressure from heavy to light to eliminate pain and restore motion as well as deepen the relaxation response.

Myofascial Release is used to treat acute pain due to accident or injury as well as chronic neck, back, and sciatic pain. It is also used to treat arthritis, Fibromyalgia, sciatica, TMJ, post-surgical scar and lymphedema, just to name a few. Myofascial Release, or “MFR”, is a very effective hands-on technique that

provides sustained pressure into myofascial restrictions eliminating pain and restoring motion. It also allows the body to move to release holding patterns.

Patients may be seen one-on-one with a therapist or may opt for co-treatments with two therapists. During these handson treatments therapists may use other manual techniques and movement therapy.

The patient is an active participant in the treatment program. Each patient should be given a home program to maximize benefit from therapy. This promotes independence through education in proper body mechanics, enhancement of strength, flexibility, as well as postural and movement awareness.

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The company services residential, commercial as well as industrial clients. True to its name, North County Electric has a presence throughout North Idaho.

With employees living and raising their families in Coeur d’Alene, Hayden and Post Falls, North County Electric has expanded its service to those areas as well as to the Spokane Valley and looks forward to being an important part of the communities in which they work.

Sean and Lauren Behm moved to North Idaho from the Los Angeles area in 2008 and opened North County Electric in January 2009. A family run business, Lauren owns North County

Electric offering a unique perspective to what is typically thought of as a male dominated field. Sean, a master certified electrician, has over 25 years of experience and is one of the few electrical contractors who is also certified as a green builder; a specialty an increasing number of clients are requiring of their contractors.

The company works closely with North Idaho builders and general contractors providing exceptional sub-contracting services. “We build relationships with our clients, architects and real estate professionals through credibility and honesty,” said Lauren, adding that her company also provides lighting design and is a retail lighting specialist.

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Get Out of Town

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Weekend Getaway Paul Bunyan Days in St. Maries Article by Colin Anderson

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he legend of Paul Bunyan and his blue ox ‘Babe’ spans from the panhandle of Idaho to the forests of Maine and New Hampshire. The mightiest of lumberjacks was said to cut down an entire field or tree with one swipe of his axe. Brainerd, Minnesota claims to be the birthplace of the world’s largest and most famous logger.

Brainerd has the tallest Paul Bunyan monument, a theme park named Paul Bunyan Land, and a state hiking and biking trail named after him. Even the communications company in town is Paul Bunyan Communications! While this town claims to be his birthplace, there’s a town closer to our neck of the woods that Paul might want to frequent after spending an entire summer clearing forests. Each Labor Day weekend St. Maries, Idaho celebrates Paul Bunyan Days, and it’s a celebration Paul himself would be proud of. domestics as well as cheap wine and a few flavored malt beverages, but you can get a plastic pitcher filled up and Labor Day marks the unofficial end to summer. Vacations are take it home with you as a souvenir. At night there is live wrapping up, kids are going back to school, and the long warm classic rock and dancing as well. nights of summer are getting shorter with each passing day.

It’s because of this that St. Maries throws its annual farewell to Another place to dance the night away is at the annual Car summer party in honor of the town’s rich tradition in forestry.

Club Dance which is held Saturday evening. This is one The logging town of roughly 2,400 residents comes together of the more popular events of the weekend especially for each year to throw a 3-day bash that draws more than double those who have been enjoying the ‘Blue Ox’ for much of the usual amount of people to this hard working town. The the day. The dance is just below the carnival in a large blue bulk of the festivities take place downtown in the city park building, and if you can’t find it, just listen for the music or where a carnival is erected complete with rides, elephant ask someone to point you in the right direction. ears, fry bread, cotton candy, games, local arts and crafts, and everything else you might find at a state or county fair. It’s open from the morning until late into the evening so there is always something going on to entertain the kids.

If you’re feeling like your inner Paul Bunyan wants to come out, sign up for the logging events and get a feel for what working in the woods is all about. Partner up for the cross saw competition or try and keep your balance on the log roll. See if you can scale up a log faster than your opponents, or if you can bulls eye an axe in the axe throwing contest. If you’re not feeling brave enough to challenge the locals, there are plenty of good seats to watch how the real loggers get it done.

What puts Paul Bunyan Days on the map is their claim of having Idaho’s biggest topless bar; ‘The Blue Ox.’ This is an adult’s only area but don’t be intimidated by the name. It’s actually a gigantic beer garden wrapped in blue tarps and without a roof, making it a topless bar. A fun game is to stand by the entrance and watch college guys from Moscow and Pullman enter the Blue Ox and see their facial expression change when the version in their head of ‘biggest topless bar in Idaho’ isn’t exactly what they find. The Blue Ox began as a smaller fenced off area, but as its popularity has grown it has now taken over an entire area usually reserved for tennis and basketball. To get a drink you’ll have to purchase chips, and anyone you see flaunting beads has purchased at least $10 worth. You won’t find anything fancy here, just your standard 50 Coeur d’Alene Living Local | www.cdaliving.com

What’s absolutely not to be missed at Paul Bunyan Days is the fireworks display at dusk on Sunday night. The show rivals anything in the region. The best spot to view the show is on the hillside just below the carnival, but don’t expect to get a spot fifteen minutes before show time. People start laying out their blankets and staking their claim as early as Friday so if you plan on getting a prime seat, get there early. Proceeds from the Blue Ox go directly into the fireworks display, so the more beer that’s guzzled, the bigger the display. The show can last up to a half an hour and it’s usually paired with ground displays and music. The finale lights up the sky and you’re in such close proximity to the launch that you can hardly hear the ‘wows’ from the people around you.

This is truly one of the hidden gems for festivals in our region. It’s great for families, couples, 20-somethings, bikers, and everyone else looking to celebrate the end of another great Idaho summer. There are countless more events and things to do and if you need a break from the crowds, including scenic drives along the St. Maries and shadowy St. Joe rivers, fishing, camping, hiking, golf, biking, and more. Paul Bunyan might not have been born in St. Maries, but it’s a party I’m sure he wouldn’t miss.

For more information contact the St. Maries Chamber of Commerce at 208.245.3563 or www.stmarieschamber.org.

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Pet Pals

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One of the best ways to turn our dog or puppy into a model citizen is to play fun games with him.

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our pet is a beloved family member.

You buy him comfy pillows and squeaky toys, premium kibble and trips to the groomer. But if you’re like most pet owners, you’re neglecting a major part of pet medical care -- their mouth.

Oral disease, which includes periodontal disease or gum disease, is the most common disorder in cats and dogs. The internal research team of Banfield, The Pet Hospital (www.banfield.net), supports findings that 68 percent of cats and 78 percent of dogs over the age of 3 display signs of oral disease, including bad breath, pain while chewing, weight loss, yellow teeth, red or swollen gums, missing teeth, nasal discharge or tearing or swelling below one eye. There are four stages of periodontal disease, starting with mild plaque and gingivitis and progressing to major gum recession and tooth loss.

Klausner, DVM, MS, DACVIM, senior vice president and chief medical officer for Banfield. “In short, unhealthy teeth can lead to an unhealthy pet in ways pet owners can’t imagine.”

Experts emphasize that prevention is the best medicine. In addition to regular exams, Banfield recommends that pet owners brush their pets’ teeth every day or at least two or three times a week. Feeding pets firm kibble can help slow down plaque formation, as can dental chew toys and dental-specific water additives.

By visiting your veterinarian, you will be provided a manageable at home dental plan that is easy to follow. And remember, proper dental care for your pet is as important as routine vaccinations.

Remember to have frequent breaks during play so that the dog can refocus his attention on us. Frequent breaks will also prevent our dog from getting overexcited, and losing control of himself.

Keep sessions short, interesting, and rewarding. Stop playing before the dog gets bored, so that he will always want more.

First, set the water-hose nozzle so that it shoots out a jet of water. Then move the jet around for your dog to chase. The big advantage of this game is that you can use it to give your dog a bath.

A dog may get obsessed with and want to attack the water-hose. If he exhibits this attacking behavior, then enforce strict play-rules or stop playing the game. The water-hose game is not for everyone. Some dogs may not like water, even when used in play.

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Establish dog play rules and enforce them consistently.

The water-hose can also be used to create a fun chasing game for our dogs.

“Periodontal disease has also been associated with changes in a pets’ kidneys, liver and cardiac functions,” said Jeffrey

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Four Tips to Lead Your Dog to Better Health Just like people, dogs feel much better when they are healthy. But unlike people, dogs can’t take care of themselves. To keep your favorite furry friend on the track to wellness and better living, follow these tips: •

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Exercise builds efficient bodies.

Nothing makes a pooch happier than a stroll through the neighborhood. And while your dog’s satisfying his curiosity by sniffing trees and bushes, he’s also burning calories. For more intense physical activity, try throwing some balls or frisbees.

This should make your dog run a little harder, helping expand lung capacity and tone muscle.

No matter what activity you choose, your canine companion will enjoy the benefits of regular exercise while forging a stronger bond with you in the process.

Protect your smiles. You probably remember to brush your own teeth, but doggie dental care often goes by the wayside. For dogs that are temperamental about pet owners or vets touching their teeth, a simple and effective solution can be found using a new type of probiotics, called Teddy’s Pride Oral Care (www.

MyTeddysPride.com), that has been designed specifically for the oral care needs of dogs and cats. These probiotics can be used in addition to brushing or as a standalone oral care routine.

Read food labels. Unlike people, dog’s can’t read food labels. They are dependent upon their

owners to give them the best possible nutrition. For dogs, make sure that the first ingredient listed is, for example, “Chicken,” not “Chicken Flavor” or “Dog Food with Chicken” -items that list the name of the meat contain 95 percent of that ingredient, while the “with” designation means that the food only contains 3 percent of chicken or beef.

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Visit the vet regularly. Similar to people visiting the doctor, dogs need regular veterinary care. Every dog has potential health risks it must guard against -- and many risks vary according to dog breed. Your dog’s veterinarian will let you know when recommended vaccinations are due, give proper care to keep your dog healthy and notify you about potential health risks and treatments.

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Easy Games to Play With Kitty Playing with your cat brings many benefits both for your cat and you.

Games provide cats with mental stimulation and exercise which they need just as much as we do. Playing with your cat also helps you bond with them and builds trust and affection. Here are some easy games that you and your feline companions can enjoy playing day after day: PING PONG: You will need only one object for this game: a ping pong ball. It’s self-explanatory, really. You bounce the pingpong ball on the floor or against a wall and watch your cat bounce along with it.

PAPER CRUMPLE: Crumple a piece of paper, roll it across the floor, and watch what happens.

There’s something about the sound crumpled paper makes that they just cannot resist. Be sure to keep the ball of paper when you’re done playing though or you’ll have confetti everywhere the next day.

HIDE AND SEEK: Hide one of your hands under the blanket and wiggle them so that the blanket moves.

Your cats will think there’s a mouse under the covers and dive right for it.

Move your hand around so they have room to pounce.

ANOTHER TAKE ON HIDE AND SEEK: Hide behind a couch, bed, desk, anything. Cats will stalk you as if you’re their prey. Be alert though, cats are crafty. They’ll be right overhead or underfoot before you know it.

NEWSPAPER DANCE: You put a sheet or two of newspaper on the floor, but instead of you stepping on it, put your cat on top of it and entice him with your fingers wiggling under the newspaper. He’ll fall in love with the crinkly newspaper at first pounce. You can also blow a little air so the edges of the newspaper fly up a bit. Your cat won’t know which corner to attack first.

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Kids Corner

Whiz Kids Presents...

The Adventures of the Flynn Twins | Part 13 The Search for the Picnic Basket

Previously, the Flynn family, including Mr. Flynn who had just returned from his military assignment, went tent camping at Priest Lake. Tyler had just been awakened by their dog, Copper’s, muffled barks.

Tyler heard a quiet click. Then, HONK! HONK! HONK!

“Mom?” Tyler whispered. “What is it?”

She was holding Copper’s mouth closed.

He followed their gazes to the zipped tent doorway. Then he heard it – something metallic clanged on the paved road connecting their campsite to the others in the campground. He sensed his dad getting dressed quietly beside him.

“It’s going to be fine, honey,” she said over the noise. “A bear was looking for food in the garbage cans. Your dad wanted to protect us. Apparently, he decided to use the car horn to scare the bear away.”

“I think it’s the bear the ranger mentioned who has been raiding the garbage cans and unprotected food at campsites,” Mr. Flynn whispered. “I’m going to go out to see if I can scare him away.”

“No, Dad,” Tyler said, thinking about how he just got his dad back and didn’t want anything to happen to him.

“I’ll be fine, son. You take care of your mom and sister.” He slowly unzipped the tent, crawled out, and rezipped it.

“What’s he going to do?” Tyler asked his mom. He looked over at Arianna, who appeared to be sleeping still.

“I’m not sure,” she replied.

Can you draw some food that a bear would love to have in a picnic basket?

Arianna sat up quickly. “Mom! What’s going on?”

Soon, sounds of HONK! HONK! BEEP! BEEP! RRR! RRR! A-OO-GA! A-OO-GA! rang out throughout the campground. A few dogs started barking. Copper shook her head, freeing her mouth of Mrs. Flynn’s hand, and added her own “ROOF! ROOF!” to the nighttime cacophony.

Ziiiiip. Tyler saw the zipper being raised and his dad’s crouched body coming through the opening. He reached over and scratched Copper’s head. “Good girl,” he said. “You protected us well.” Her stub of a tail was wagging as she gave a couple more “oofs.”

“I saw the bear stop eating and jog down the road,” Mr. Flynn said. “It seemed to run faster as more horns filled the air. I don’t think it will be coming back for a few days.”

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“I had heard that it’s best to make noise to scare a bear away. As we didn’t bring a blow horn, and I wasn’t sure my shouting would be enough, I thought I’d try the car horn.”

“My hero!” Mrs. Flynn said, giving her husband a kiss and a hug.

“Ew,” said Tyler. He heard them laugh.

“Let’s try to go back to sleep,” Mr. Flynn suggested. “We have a full day ahead of us. I was hoping we could go on a hike, and then swim...

“And build sand castles?” asked Tyler.

“And roast marshmallows?” asked Arianna.

“It sounds great to me,” said Mrs. Flynn.

“Especially since we’ll do it as a family.”

Tyler smiled as he heard the thump, thump of Copper’s tail against the sleeping bag. It had been fun to be the “man of the house,” but he was sure glad his dad was home.

“A family,” Arianna murmured as she snuggled back into her sleeping bag. “A family.”

The End

“Why did you honk at the bear, Daddy?”

Arianna asked.

Did You Know?

The National Park Service’s guidelines for Yosemite Park suggests the following actions be taken around a bear: If you are in a developed area (e.g., campground, parking lot, lodging area) or if a bear approaches you, act immediately to scare it away: make as much noise as possible by yelling very loudly (don’t worry about waking people up if it’s nighttime). If you are with other people, stand together to present a more intimidating figure, but do not surround the bear. Bear spray/pepper spray is not allowed in Yosemite. The intent is not to harm the bear, but to scare it from the area and restore its natural fear of people by providing a negative experience.

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Diaper Dissection

Brought to You by Mobius Science Center The wonders of chemistry infuse our everyday life. There are amazing reactions happening in our household products that we aren’t even aware of. This month we’ll explore a super-absorbent chemical through one of it’s most common applications. Scrub your hands and prepare your surgical tools because we are about to attempt a Diaper Dissection!

You Will Need: • • • • •

A clean, never-been-used diaper (the non-reusable kind) Scissors A plastic container with a lid Water Food Coloring (optional)

Once you have freed the powder, make sure all the cotton is removed from the container. Now you can add water and watch the powder absorb it. We like to color our water yellow to make it a little more, well, realistic. Depending on the size of the container and the amount of powder, you might end up with a LOT of polyacrylate gel. It is safe to handle but, like with all chemicals, make sure to wash your hands afterwards.

To Dissect:

Using the scissors, make a small incision on the inside of the diaper.

Carefully remove the cotton from the incision and set it aside. The cotton is suffused with polyacrylate powder and this is what gives the diaper its super-absorbent properties.

Take a small amount of the cotton and place it into the plastic container. Put the lid on the container and start shaking it. You will see the powder separate from the cotton. It helps to tear the cotton apart a little with your fingers first. Repeat this process with the rest of the cotton until you have separated out the polyacrylate powder. Take your time. There is more powder there than you might think!

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Sodium Polyacrylate is a polymer chemical that can absorb 200 to 300 times its weight in water. Our Not-So-Silly-Putty, and last month’s super balls are all examples of a polymer (a long chain of identical molecules). It not only absorbs the water but also will hold it almost indefinitely. It is useful in diapers for obvious reasons. It is also used as a thickening agent, as artificial snow, and even as a child’s bath toy.

It will absorb and hold the water until you introduce a large amount of salt at which point the polymer chain breaks down and the water is released.

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When cleaning up the polyacrylate gel, mix it with salt to release the water before you pour it down the drain. Or throw out the gel in the garbage. Polyacrylate will continue to bind water and will easily clog a kitchen drain.

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LOCAL PICKS Texas Roadhouse 402 W. Neider Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815. 208.664.1903 The Breakfast Nook 1719 N. 4th St. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814.

208.667.1699 Dockside Restaurant 115 S. 2nd St. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814.

208.765.4000 Meltz Extreme Grilled Cheese 1735 W. Kathleen Ave., Ste 3, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815. 208.664.1717 Syringa Japanese Cafe & Sushi Bar 1401 N. Fourth St. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.664.2718 Caruso’s Sandwich Company 202 W. Ironwood Dr., Ste. A Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.765.1001 Come see for yourself why we are consistently voted ‘’best sandwich anywhere’’. Fresh baked bread! Highest quality meats & cheese.

Salads, pasta bowls,Kids meals, $2 pints! Delivery & catering Scratch Restaurant 501 E. Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.930.4762 Roger’s Ice Cream & Burgers 1224 E. Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.930.4900 CDA’s favorite ice cream & burger destination est in 1940 is Open Year Round! Enjoy a 100% fresh ground beef burger, homemade french fries and huckleberry shake in a nostalgic, family friendly rest.

Michael D’s Eatery 203 Coeur d’Alene Lake Dr. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.676.9049 The Wine Cellar 317 Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.664.9463 Crickets Restaurant & Oyster Bar 424 Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.765.1990 Hudson’s Hamburgers 207 E. Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.664.5444 Jonesy’s 819 Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.666.1644 Tony’s on the Lake 6823 E. Coeur d’Alene Lake Dr. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.667.9885 Broken Egg Cafe 3646 N. Government Way, Ste. D Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815. 208.966.4399 The Fedora Pub & Grille 1726 W. Kathleen Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.765.8888 The Iron Horse 407 Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.667.7314 Wolf Lodge Steakhouse 11741 E. Frontage Rd. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.664.6665 Bistro on Spruce 1710 N. 4th St., Ste.102 Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.664.1774

AUGUST Through October 31st – “Shaping the Handle: Idaho Territory 1863 – 1890” at the Museum of North Idaho. This exhibit commemorates the 150th anniversary of the creation of the Idaho Territory. Museum open Tuesday through Saturday 11am – 5pm. www.museumni.org. 208.664.3448 April through December: Art Walk The Coeur d’Alene Arts and Culture Alliance presents Art Walk! Every second Friday of each month from April to December, stroll through beautiful downtown Coeur d’Alene and enjoy local and nationally acclaimed artists. View the wonderful variety of art styles that North Idaho has to offer.

Whether you like contemporary art or classic paintings, there is something for everyone.

A free downtown event to enjoy with your friends and family! For more information visit www.arstincda.org. 5-8pm.

Learn to Skate – Stay cool this summer with Frontier Ice Arena learn to skate classes.

Classes are going on all summer long and students will learn from local experts.

Courses offered include both figure skating and hockey skating. Check out the June special - four 30 minute lessons for just $20, including skate rental! For more information visit www.frontiericearena.org or call 208.765.4423.

Stand Up Paddle Boarding Basics The NIC Outdoor Pursuits Office is offering several courses on this fast growing sport.

Registration is $110 or $55 for NIC students.

Fee includes all necessary equipment. Clinic 1: Thursdays, 5:30 - 7:30 pm, June 6 - 20.

Clinic 2: Tuesdays, 5:30 - 7:30 pm, July 2 - 16.

Clinic 3: Tuesdays, 5:30 - 7:30 pm, July 31 August 14. You can register online at www.nic.edu/wft or call 208.769.7809.

Participants must be at least 18.

Route of the Hiawatha The trail is open and an incredible bike ride awaits you. The trail is nearly all downhill and flat making it perfect for families. Shuttle service is available to the top of Lookout Pass.

There you can purchase trail passes and rentals. www.ridethehiawatha.com Raft for a Cause with Coeur d’Alene Adventures Have fun on the water and help support a local non-profit. Now through September, book a rafting trip with Coeur d’Alene Adventures and 5% of the total will be donated to a local non-profit. www.cdaadventures.com. 208.918.2082.

Tango Night in Coeur d’Alene - Every Tuesday Night, 6-9 pm at HREI (414 W. Mullan Rd., CdA) for a FREE night of tango dancing in the institute’s beautiful and historic main gallery. Tango Night leader David Parker has eight years of tango instruction experience.

Everyone from beginners to experts will have a good time at this event. Learn new steps or just come to practice your skills. Activities available for non-dancing children. Come

by yourself or bring a partner -- either way, you’re sure to have fun!

Pirates of the Coeur d’Alene summer cruises - Cruises set sail daily with family fun casting off at 11:30am and 2pm and adults only cruise Saturdays in August beginning at 7:30pm. The ship sets sail from the Coeur d’Alene Resort at the pier off Second Street.

Tickets $23 - $32. www.piratecruisecda.com Through August 10 – The Lake City Playhouse Presents ‘Bat Boy.’ This musical comedy is based on a 1992 Weekly World News story. Show times at 7:30pm Thursday –Saturday and 2pm on Sundays. Tickets are $10 - $15 and available at the Theater, 1320 E. Garden Ave. Coeur d’Alene. 208.667.1323, www.lakecityplayhouse.org.

All Month Long Gallery Northwest Presents ‘Birds.’ This free exhibition features bird inspired artwork in a variety of formats.

Gallery hours are Mon-Thurs, 10am-6pm, Friday 10am-8pm, and Sunday 10am-5pm.

Gallery Northwest, 217 E. Sherman Ave., downtown Coeur d’Alene.

August 2-4 Coeur d’Alene Street Fair Coinciding with Art on the Green, Sherman Avenue will be a buzz with food and drink, vendors, crafts, family activities and more.

Check with local shops for fair specials.

Friday and Saturday 10am-8pm. Sunday 10am-5pm. www.cdadowntown.com or 208.415.0116 for more information.

August 3 – The Annual Run for the Fallen Idaho - The event is held at the Post Falls High School track. It will begin at 9am and last until we have completed at least 88 laps: one for every service member we are remembering. We expect to finish just after 11am, and all participants are invited to stay and enjoy lunch on site. Lunch will be provided at no charge for anyone who preregisters. There is no cost to sign up or to participate. T-shirts will be available at no charge for all Gold Star Family members and for a suggested donation of $5 for all other participants. www.runforthefallenidaho.org.

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SATURDAYS: 9AM-1:30PM May through October at the SE Corner Hwy 95 & Prairie Ave. Hayden, Idaho WEDNESDAYS: 4-7PM May through September at Sherman Ave. & Fifth Street, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho www.kootenaifarmersmarkets.org

2013 August 2nd – 4th – 2013 Street Fair Along Sherman Avenue. Over 250 vendors will be on hand with food, art, crafts, and much more. There’s also a free shuttle running between the street fair and art on the green at the North Idaho College Campus. Hours are 10am-8pm and 10am-5pm on Sunday.

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August 10 - Music and Micros at the Coeur d’Alene Casino. Celebrate local music by Nate Ostrander and beer from Paradise Creek Brewery in Pullman. There will be an all you can eat BBQ buffet for $14, and flights of Paradise Creek beers. The event is inside the Red Tail Bar and Grill and runs from 5pm – 9pm.

August 2 – 4 – 45th Annual Art on the Green - Located on the campus of North Idaho College, this summer tradition brings together some of the finest artists and crafters from across the northwest. Browse dozens of booths, listen to live music, grab a bite to eat, and maybe bring home a unique piece of artwork. Admission is free. For list of hours and activities visit www.artonthegreen.org

August 14 - Teacher Workshop - “Integrating Human Rights into Reading & Writing.” The Human Rights Education Institute is proud to offer area educators another useful workshop. The workshop will offer teachers perspectives, strategies, and activities that they can use in the classroom. The workshop can apply toward Washington clock hours and Idaho in-service credit. 8am-2:30 pm Call 208.292.2359 or email info@hrei.org with questions or for more information.

August 3rd & 4th - 2nd Annual Customer Appreciation Days at Slick Rock Tanning & Spa - As a thank you to customers, Slick Rock is offering FREE tanning and product samples. There will be prizes and drawings for a year of free tanning. Doors open at 9am on Saturday and 10am on Sunday. Slick Rock Tanning & Spa,724 N Hyw 41 Post Falls, ID. August 8 – Free Movie ‘Brave’ at the KROC Center. Doors open at 1:30pm, film begins at 1:45pm. Seating is on a first come basis.

Donations will also be accepted. www.kroccda.org for more information.

August 8 – Alan Jackson and Gloriana - One of country music’s longest running acts stops

by Northern Quest Casino as part of the Pepsi Outdoor Summer Concert Series. With an astounding 35 number one hits and 50 in the top ten, the two-time Grammy Award winner continues to share his sincerity and emotion with audiences worldwide. For Ticket information contact the casino or visit www.northernquest.com.

August 9 - Karen Hunt Opera - The talented Post Falls High School student will perform a solo opera concert, one night only at the Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center. Show starts at 7pm. Tickets are $5 and available at the door. www.jacklincenter.org or 208.457.8950 for information.

August 10 -JACC Indie Fest - The JACC’s first annual indie music fest features live music, an outdoor beer garden and more. Show starts at 7:30 pm. $15-$20. Post Falls Kiwanis Park, 4176 E. Weatherby Ave. 208.457.8950 www.jacklincenter.org.

August 10 - The Coeur d’Alene Triathlon and Duathlon. The 2013 race includes a 1.5k swim in Lake Coeur d’Alene and a 40k bike ride goes down Coeur d’Alene Lake Drive, a scenic route that leads to Mullan Trail Road for a challenging uphill course. The race ends with the 10k run. The course takes you north along Northwest Boulevard and the Spokane River, ending with a triumphant finish line in the Coeur d’Alene City Park.

August 14 - Flight of White’s at Gourmet Way. Join us for a fantastic evening of white wine tasting paired with some great foods.

We’ll also have recipes available to take home with you. Event runs from 5pm-7pm. $10 or free for wine club members. 208.762.1333 or www.gourmetway.net for more information.

Find Gourmet Way in the Hayden Creek Shopping Plaza, 8222 Government Way. August 15 – 25 - ‘9 To 5, The Musical.’ Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre is proud to present ‘9 to 5, The Musical.’ Tickets for all shows are on sale now. Adults $42, seniors $38, children $28. Tickets can be purchased at the box office on the campus of North Idaho College.

For more information visit www.cdasummertheatre.com August 15 - Big and Rich Live at the Coeur d’Alene Casino. The Country glam duo is bringing their high energy stage show to the casino events center for one night only. Get your tickets at the casino or any TicketsWest outlet. General admission $50 – Reserved $60.

August 17 – 40th Anniversary Celebration for The Long Ear. The Fourth Street Record Store is celebrating 40 years in business with live music, activities, vendors and much more.

Stop by during normal store hours at 2405 North 4th Street in Coeur d’Alene.

August 18 - CdA Crossing Swim - Second annual 2.4-mile open-water swimming event benefiting local charities. Swim starts promptly at 8am at the Hagadone Event Center along the CDA Resort Golf Course. $55-$250. All-ages. 900 Floating Green Dr. cdacrossing.com. 208.769.7819.

August 16th & 17th – 6th Annual Spokane to Sandpoint Relay The 200 mile Relay begins atop picturesque Mt. Spokane, winds through 60 miles of world class Centennial Trail (with a total of 80 miles of property adjacent to waterfront), and meanders through two National Forests en route to the finish line at the beach in beautiful Sandpoint. Teams range in size from 4 – 12 runners. Registration available at www.spokanetosandpoint.com.

August 20 – 3rd annual Sunset Cabaret Cruise. Cruise Lake Coeur d’Alene with performers from the Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre. The two and a half hour cruise sets sail at 7pm sharp from the 3rd street dock just east of the CDA Resort. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased through the Summer Theatre box office.

August 21 – 25 - North Idaho Fair and Rodeo One of the premiere events in the region brings together food and fun for the whole family. Featured events this year include; motorcross, horses, rodeo, live music, demolition derby and everything else you’ve come to expect from this annual celebration.

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208.765.4969. Tickets also available at www.northidahofair.com.

August 31 - Martina McBride at Northern Quest Casino - As the “Celine Dion of Country Music” McBride is one of the most successful female country singer/songwriters of all time. Multiple award winner and four time CMA Female Vocalist of the Year, McBride brings country and pop-influenced hits like “Independence Day”, “This One’s for the Girls”, “Where Would You Be”, and “Concrete Angel,” to the stage. www.northernquest.com for ticket information.

UPCOMING EVENTS Labor Day Weekend – Diamond Cup Racing Paul Bunyan Days in St. Maries. Nearly 5,000 visitors are expected at the annual Labor Day Celebration. Families can enjoy a carnival, booths, parade, logging events, and one of the best fireworks displays in the area. Adults can enjoy live music, dancing, and Idaho’s biggest topless bar, ‘The Blue Ox’(outdoor beer garden without a roof). Contact the St. Maries Chamber for lodging and camping options. www.stmarieschamber.org.

September 5 – 8 - Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus at the Spokane Arena - Tickets are $20 and $25 for adults and just $10 for kids with VIP seating available for $35 and $45. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® is proud to present FULLY CHARGED, Gold Edition, an all-new powerful surge of circus entertainment! Experience the excitement as Ringling Bros.® transforms energy and power into megawatts of thrills and turns spectacles of superhuman athleticism and displays of animal magnificence into sparks of wonder for Children Of All Ages. Tickets available at the arena or through TicketsWest.com.

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September 29 - Gin Blossoms at the Coeur d’Alene Casino - The 90’s alternative band makes a stop at the Casino for what promises to be a great show. Tickets available at the casino or any TicketsWest location. General admission $30 – Reserved $40.

October 4-5 - ProWest Rodeo Finals - The Professional Western Rodeo Association, Inclusive of Idaho, Washington, Oregon, and British Columbia, will have over 200 of the best cowboys in the region competing to become top dog. The rodeo is open to the public for both performances. Get your tickets before they sell out! www.northidahofair.org.

Cancelled: 2013 Coeur d’Alene Wooden Boat Show - August 17, 2013 - August 18, 2013 This popular event, held on the third weekend of August, will not occur in 2013, due to the ACBS Annual Meeting/International Boat Show to be held during the third week of September.

The boat show, open to the public, will be held on the Coeur d’Alene Resort’s Boardwalk, and there will be a Festival in the City Park on Saturday, Sept. 21. For more information regarding the ACBS Show, go to: www.acbs.org/annualmeeting.html

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Q: What does a nosey pepper do? A: Gets jalapeno business!

Q: What do you call a fake noodle? A: An Impasta Q: What do you call an alligator in a vest? A: An Investigator Q: What happens if you eat yeast and shoe polish? A: Every morning you’ll rise and shine!

Q: “What’s the difference between a guitar and a fish?” A: “You can’t tuna fish.”

Q: Did you hear about the hungry clock? A: It went back four seconds.

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The "extra mile" for me is just part of the trip!

August 2013 | Coeur d’Alene Living Local 63

Something for Every Lifestyle & Budget

Spokane’s Oldest RV Dealer Becomes Idaho’s Newest Idaho’s Newest RV Store

6520 N Government Way, Dalton Gardens, ID

208.665.0025

A brand new team and a brand new location. Keep your eyes open for the shows we are doing in the North Idaho area. Lots of unbelievable deals to be had. We offer Aljo, Stellar Toy Haulers, Fox Mountain FW, Snow River Travel Trailers, together with lot’s more new and used RV’s

The Valley Store 18919 East Broadway Spokane, WA

800.776.3675

North Store

10006 North Division Spokane, WA

800.992.8146

The Consignment Corner

1-90 & Barker Rd exit 293

509.315.9839

All of our stores close on Sundays, because we put family before profit.

We’re not perfect...

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...but this is.