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30 Where Spare Change Multiples It is the season of giving thanks and giving to others. And for those who give their time to the Salvation Army, it is also a time to bundle up and stand outside storefronts to ring a bell and collect money for the less fortunate. This story by Jani Gonzalez will give you a history of the Salvation Army and provide you a glimpse into the lives that are being changed by the money donated locally each holiday season.

NOVEMBER 27-30 FESTIVAL OF TREES After viewing the Christmas Parade and Lighting Ceremony, come join the festivities located at The Coeur d’Alene Resort Convention Center. Friday d’Lights, Senior Social, Festival Gala, Family Day, Luncheon and Dinner Fashion Show are just some of the holiday events at Festival of Trees.

42 Riverstone of CDA Over the past several years, we have seen this area of Coeur d’Alene grow. Apartments, condos, stores and restaurants have come to life at Riverstone. The location has been the birthplace of new businesses and the saving grace for others that were facing closure. In this story by Jani Gonzalez and Colin Anderson, you will meet some of those behind Riverstone – those who helped keep the economy strong in an otherwise scary time for many.

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14 Good News

33 Business Spotlight

A final gift.

Protect your investment.

46 Shop in Style The best local shopping.

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16 Home & Essentials 36 Hometown Experts 52 Health & Lifestyle The latest tips and trends. Tips and informational articles about Your chosen local experts.

24 Life & Community Great local events and stories.

29 Business Spotlight Building relationships.

30 CDA in Focus

38 Arts & Entertainment

Monthly calendar of great local events, music and shows.

42 Cover Story

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A Final Gift

Hospice volunteer helping others

Hope is Abundant Convoy of Hope creates two days without poverty

58 Food & Drink

Hidden Gems at Riverstone

See what you’ve been missing in Coeur d’Alene!

Discover Coeur d’Alene’s tastiest destinations.

62 Travel & Leisure A tropical paradise.

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PUBLISHER Share Your Gratitude Thankfulness. It means many different things to many people. Ask a child what he or she is thankful for and you will get a variety of answers: their parents, a puppy or a new toy. For adults the answers can be just as varied. For many we are grateful to have a steady job, a home and food on the table. But there are many who struggle each and every day, not knowing where their next meal will come from or where they will lay their head down each night for some much needed rest. While we are blessed to live in a beautiful community, there are things about our town that are not visible to everyone. There are children who go to school each day hungry. Families who have faced unemployment, poverty and homelessness. This is the reality. It is easy to get engrossed in all of the holiday planning that we often forget to stop and be truly aware of those less fortunate. The good news is there are many ways in which each of us can help. Next time you are at the store, put a few extra items in your grocery cart and swing by the food bank on your way home. If you see one of the Salvation Army Red Kettles, stop and drop a few dollars into it. Better yet, if you have a child with you let him or her make the donation; it is never too early to teach the act of giving. Whatever you choose to do, I guarantee one thing – your act of kindness will leave you feeling more fulfilled. We at Living Local would like to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving and extend a heartfelt “Thank You” for letting us be a part of this very special community. Creating. Connecting. Living Local.

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A Final Gift Hospice volunteer is passionate about helping others By Amanda Miller Photos courtesy Amanda Miller.

“We’re not meant to be alone. We need to be with others.”

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Shirley and Dave were planning to retire within a year of one another. Dave retired first at age 55, and only nine months later was diagnosed with a fast growing brain tumor, a glioblastoma. Shirley, who had planned on working a few more months, decided to retire the day he received that news, and from then on dedicated her life to caring for her husband. Dave ended up exceeding his four-to-six month prognosis by a full year, but by the following summer Shirley recognized that she needed help. Exhausted, she called Hospice of North Idaho at the recommendation of Dave’s physician and a family friend.

Shirley Leer, dedicated volunteer of the nonprofit organization Hospice of North Idaho, has an incredible gift to be with people. Come by the Hospice House on Tuesday afternoon, and you might have trouble finding her, as she’s probably sitting with a patient, lending an ear to a visitor, or tucked away in the laundry room folding linens. Leer doesn’t just do a weekly shift at Hospice House though; she also sings with the Hospice of North Idaho choir and helps out with events such as the Memorial Service and Tree Lighting. These events are ways for people to remember those who are no longer with us, and while special and important, they can also be difficult for those who are grieving. “I like to be there to talk to people if they need an ear or a shoulder,” she said. That’s one of the things she really enjoys about volunteering at the Hospice House, too; being there to talk to people, because she knows firsthand what they’re going through. After all, it was only five years ago that she lost her husband of 17 years, Dave Leer, which is when she became

The call to Hospice of North Idaho proved to be what the Leers needed. Hospice of North Idaho gave Shirley the support she was looking for. It freed her up to care for Dave in the way she wanted and needed to. For example, “I didn’t like to leave him, so I was grateful that they brought his meds to us,” she said. Hospice of North Idaho helped Shirley in many ways, like talking to her about what was going on with her husband. “It was nice to talk to people who knew what was happening, especially medically speaking.” The hospice nurses were able to explain Dave’s illness and decline, and

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what he had to go through to die. “They helped me remember what was really important, because when you’re in it, you can lose focus,” she said. To Shirley, Hospice of North Idaho was there for her as much as they were there for Dave. She felt like she had people holding her up, and that these people were there to help with whatever she needed. Dave passed away on September 17, 2010. Two years later and still grieving her husband’s death, Shirley came to volunteer for Hospice of North Idaho. She always knew that she would volunteer in her retirement, but until Dave’s illness she hadn’t known quite what that would look like. “The way they cared for Dave, I could tell it was a beautiful organization, and I wanted to be part of it. I came here and fell in love with everyone. The nurses are angels,” she said. She feels that volunteering has been part of her healing and grieving process, a process that “looks different for everyone,” she noted. Shirley insists that volunteering at the Hospice House is not sad. “It’s a beautiful place and yes, people are dying and there is sadness, but it’s really a place of peace and joy,” she said. She explained that the staff and volunteers will get people whatever they need, and there’s always someone to talk to. She constantly invites people to come see Hospice House and how

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Her role as a volunteer at the Hospice House goes beyond answering phones. She sees herself as support and encouragement for a staff that works long hours, a listening ear for the patients and loved-ones, and a set of hands to keep the place running smoothly. it operates, because she wants everyone to know how special it is. “You can just feel it when you walk in. It feels wonderful here,” she said. Her role as a volunteer at the Hospice House goes beyond answering phones. She sees herself as support and encouragement for a staff that works long hours, a listening ear for the patients and loved ones, and a set of

“I’m here for the people. I can sit and talk, hold their hand, feed them. I can make mashed potatoes, and I fold laundry. I am here to do whatever is needed of me.” It’s clear that whatever activity Shirley is doing, it’s coming from her heart. She has found a way to take what was a difficult experience for her and share what she learned with others. “As much as I hated Dave passing, I can now relate to others who are there too,” said Shirley. “I can be the flesh that people need. That’s what we all need – to have people there to walk you through it”. Hospice of North Idaho has been the community’s nonprofit hospice since 1981, serving the seriously ill and those touched by loss. For more information on hospice, end of life planning, grief and loss, or volunteering, please visit www.hospiceofnorthidaho.org, or call 208.772.7994. Hospice of North Idaho serves Kootenai, Benewah, and Shoshone Counties, and owns and operates the inpatient facility, Hospice House, located at 2290 Prairie Avenue in Coeur d’Alene.

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Lifelong bonds develop between flawed and wounded human beings in imperfect relationships. It is a given. The Open vs. Closed Heart is a principle for handling emotional states and disagreement without conflict. The diagram helps you identify specific emotional states and behavior associated with each stance. I’m sure you will recognize your typical response to stress in the Closed Heart list. There are common misconceptions about lasting intimate relationships, and some prevalent ideas may inadvertently cause abuses. Popular thinking is that when you love someone you “give your heart” to the beloved. That is a precarious thing to do. Who wants the responsibility? A healthier perspective is to invite someone you love into your heart, but the welfare of your heart is always your own responsibility. No one is so together that they are always in a place to be trusted with another’s heart. When a partner is clearly not in a good place – triggered, hostile, out-of-sorts, overwhelmed, contentious, exhausted – you don’t put your heart out there to be a target. Closing your heart to a beloved who is currently closed is not the best solution. Recognizing the signs that your partner is not available need not put you in a Closed Heart place. On the contrary, allowing your partner to be emotionally out-of-commission for a time, without blame or judgment, is an Open Heart stance.

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Blame and judgment are a result of putting your heart out there knowing your spouse is emotionally unavailable, and then blaming them for mistreating it. It is setting them up to fail and prove that they can’t be trusted. That is convoluted logic; it is choosing to be right rather than related. Everyone is guilty of it at some point. Another misuse of this principle is to use it to manipulate. Accusing your partner of having a Closed Heart is an abuse of the intention and spirit of the principles. It should never be used as a club. It is okay to inquire, but if you are wondering, it’s usually safe to assume that your partner is closed, and postpone any important matters until they are emotionally available again. In order to stay in an Open Heart place in the face of conflict and rough patches, you must consciously choose to take responsibility for your heart and protect it when necessary. It is a relief to know your partner will do the same thing when you go off the rails. Everybody gets to be less than perfect and still loved… everybody wins!

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Counting Our Blessings

It’s the time of year when people come into various home improvement stores in a panic because they have to have their home interior projects done by Thanksgiving or Christmas. Why? Because they will have guests and the things they’ve stared at all year now have urgency and need to be taken care of immediately. This year, instead of panicking and stressing yourself out, treat yourself to a pay-it-forward kind of holiday season. Let’s think instead of what the holidays really bring to our homes. Most of the time, they bring friends and family. They bring memories, games, and if we are lucky, they bring vacation and relaxation.

INSTEAD OF STRESSING ABOUT HOLIDAY DÉCOR, TAKE TIME TO FOCUS ON OTHERS BY ANNIE NYE, INTERIOR DECORATOR AT PONDERAY DESIGN CENTER

So, instead of focusing on how to do last minute home improvements or concerning ourselves with which colors are trending, take a minute to think about those in our community whose last priority is the color of their walls. Think about those who are more concerned about where their next meal will come from instead of how to get rid of all their “junk.” Focus for a minute on our service men and women who are living on an Army base half way across the world and have no idea what their homes look like this very moment.

Community Take a minute to think about those in our community whose last priority is the color of their walls.

As I get older and my kids ask me what I want for my birthday or Christmas, I have a hard time answering. I saw a quote recently that said something to the effect of as you grow older, your wish list gets smaller because the things you really want are things that can’t be bought. That struck

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me as a pretty profound and true statement. With the holidays fast approaching, there are those less fortunate who would appreciate some thoughtfulness, like if we smiled at them or simply said hello, never mind if we shared something or actually interacted with them. Instead of avoiding eye contact with a homeless person and hurrying past, acknowledge them and say hello. If you happen to have an apple with you or something that you could pass along, do it. The feeling you get from that is a good one. I promise. And it sets a great example for your kids or better yet, when that person pays it forward. Ever have someone in line ahead of you buy your coffee? Not only does it feel good, you in-turn do the same. You pay it forward. These next few months are the time volunteers ask for donations. Instead of feeling irritated, please feel blessed that you are fortunate enough to have something to give. Plan for it so that when you see them or have someone approach you, you are prepared and have something to share with them. Instead of feeling guilty passing by or saying no, you can exchange a smile and give them something to pay forward. November is when the local Boy Scouts collect donations for the food bank. I’m sure somewhere in your cabinet or pantry, you have an item that you don’t need and can be donated. November is also the month when our local community does a coat drive that allows you to donate coats in various boxes around town that will get

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A Home for Life AGING-IN-PLACE SPECIALIST CAN HELP YOU LIFE SAFELY AND COMFORTABLY BY SARAH FRIESEN, GIG HARBOR HOME MANAGEMENT

Aging-in-place means remaining in one’s home safely, independently and comfortably, regardless of age, income or ability level. It means the pleasure of living in a familiar environment throughout one’s maturing years, without changing health conditions requiring a move to a new home. There are three main categories of Aging-inPlace: • Without urgent needs: This group includes individuals who want to age in place and, although they are not experiencing immediate or significant health issues, they have a preference for Universal Design. • Progressive, condition based needs: This group is made up of those with chronic or progressive conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, cataracts, macular degeneration or hearing loss that will require special modifications for aging in place. These individuals are usually aware of their needs but meeting them isn’t necessarily urgent.

“Through the training program, I was taught specific strategies and techniques for designing and building esthetically enriching, barrier-free living environment,” said Margit Glenn, co-owner Visionarch, LLC in Port Orchard. “Barrier-free homes have features such as plentiful lighting, thresholds that are flush with the floor, no-step entries, wide doorways and hallways and floors and bathtubs with non-slip surfaces.” CAPS Professionals like Margit can partner with a Senior Move Manager to ensure that every aspect of a home has been organized to suit your needs. Trained through the National Association of Senior Move Managers, AtHome Specialists can assist with: • re-purposing existing spaces • clearing clutter • increasing safety in main walkways • simplifying kitchen cabinets • organizing closets • donating or selling items no longer needed

• Traumatic change needs: This group includes those who experienced an abrupt or traumatic change such as a stroke, a fall resulting in a broken bone or recovery from surgery that necessitates modifications to allow them to stay in their home.

Senior Move Managers apply the same coordinated, compassionate organizing techniques to help you stay in your home as they do to help you move. They can also recommend local experts when further assistance is needed from occupational therapists or caregivers.

Certified Aging-In-Place Specialists (CAPS) are remodelers, general contractors, designers, architects and health care consultants who have received formal training through the National Association of Home Builders.

To live safely and comfortably at every stage in your life, talk to a CAPS Professional about modifications to your current home or building a new home, in order to make your home a home for all times.

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Fundraising in the Age of Technology CROWDFUNDING HELPS MANY REALIZE THEIR DREAMS

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BY DUSTIN HOFFMAN While many may think otherwise, the truth is that crowdfunding is not a new concept. It is essentially fundraising in the information age. We’ve witnessed the proliferation of ideas in writing, music, videos and more. Crowdfunding brings us ideas in the form of products. The Internet provides a variety of inexpensive, even free, platforms for individual expression and consumption. Despite skepticism and criticism, the demand for crowdfunding options is apparent and the online marketplace is thriving. That is encouraging for anyone with an idea that wouldn’t sell to more traditional funding institutions. What bank would lend $130,000 to build the fictional city of Minas Tirith from Lord of the Rings? What loan shark would seriously consider the prospect of a return on $55,492 to some guy offering to make potato salad in his kitchen? In the world of online crowdfunding, these campaigns exist (and you might be surprised to find out which one of these campaigns actually achieved their funding goal). Some ideas that receive funding seem ridiculous. It is a shame that others don’t meet their goal. In all, crowdfunding destroys presuppositions about what the market will bear. That is an excellent thing ripe with lessons worth conveying. The market is not finite, nor is it saturated with products. Big business does not have the edge on product design. Innovation is not a job for tech companies alone. Lastly, in spite of negative chatter about the economy, people seem to have cash to spare for campaigns they believe in, from innovative beekeeping to helping some guy “write stupid things with clouds.”

Through crowdfunding, more people are able to respond to demands, however strange, by producing goods, offering innovation and variety to buyers. The individual is in a better position than any company or institution to see a need and propose a product that will fill it. The individual is also better suited to assess the validity of a product than any corporation drawing conclusions from test marketing.

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Essentially, crowdfunding is a legitimate means of funding, perhaps more aligned to the nature of the marketplace than any other. It is something people on both sides of the market support, something they want. It offers as many opportunities for entrepreneurs as it does for buyers. It will continue to grow in service of the demand. So, what are you waiting for? So what if you fail? Get up. Resist the temptation to make excuses, you’ll only perpetuate bad habits and reinforce the circumstances of your failure. Instead, discipline yourself to work toward success by reviewing your methods and improving them. Do some research, figure out two or three things that you might have done wrong and change them. Try again. Failure happens all the time. It could be a trendy (or should I say hipster?) bit of encouragement that I tell you to failure on. The truth is, more often than not, failure is just practice along the path to success.

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Pet Home Health HOW WOULD YOUR PET RATE IT’S HOME? BY DR. DAWN MEHRA, NORTH IDAHO ANIMAL HOSPITAL Many of us have lived through a significant change in how and where our pets live. The last decade shows our pets leaving the barn haystack for family bed comfort. The human animal bond is alive and well as pets all over become integrated into the human pack. Nowadays, we can actually shop or dine with “Fluffy.” But it’s only been a tiny shred of time since these animals left the jungle or prairie; what a quick change of environment we have asked them to thrive in. You can probably guess the consequences– obesity and boredom are the top two. We (consciously or not) impose our fast- food, sedentary lifestyle on our pets! Currently 54 percent of dogs and cats in the United States are overweight. Boredom, another dilemma, often leads to anxiety and other behavioral problems. These consequences often result in commonly diagnosed diseases such as diabetes, fatty liver disease, anxiety disorders, skin, gastrointestinal to name a few. Let’s review some health saving suggestions that are being shared by veterinary behaviorist gurus: 1. Food puzzles fight boredom: What’s the best part of the day for a pet...FEEDING TIME! The way we do it now, mealtime is under two minutes. Cats and dogs alike (not to mention pet birds) can

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burn more calories and have more fun actually foraging for food. Hide food in dispensed toys, dispense them around the house. Turn every bite into a game. 2. Think vertically: Cats and dogs love looking out the window – if they can get to it! Position a chair, table or shelves under the window. Place a bird feeder outside the window so they can watch TV! 3. Exercise together: We all know that exercise burns calories. Our pets need some kind of movement, depending on temperament and species, every day. Some pet owners can run or ride a bike, most can walk, even those in a wheelchair can get our pets outside to burn more calories. How about throwing a ball or Frisbee? Cats love chasing laser lights, they are a great option for bedridden pet owners. 4. Water: In the wild, cats don’t drink water in the same spot where they feed. Place the water bowl far from the feeding bowl. Add a second bowl. Encourage better hydration by feeding more canned food which has a higher moisture content. Check out the new products that feature running water – cats love these, plus the sound of gently flowing water is an added bonus.

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5. Retreat Space: Don’t forget to provide a quiet place for pets to retreat to. Just like humans, dogs and cats need a break from each other and us. It can be as simple as designating a favorite chair or pet bed. And it’s all theirs. Don’t forget to place the litter box close by!

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Hope is Abundant CONVOY OF HOPE EVENTS IN SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER CREATED TWO DAYS WITHOUT POVERTY

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The Convoy of Hope days in Coeur d’Alene and Sandpoint were not only successful in giving families in need free services, it also succeeded in building community ties to continue offering those services beyond the event dates. Convoy of Hope organizers have all mentioned the needs of Kootenai and Bonner counties. In northern Idaho, the needs may be hidden from plain sight, and agencies and organizations may not know its community’s needs. Additionally, those who require reduced or free services may not know where to go. The Convoy of Hope is an international organization providing for the particular needs of individual communities. Nationally, it assists and trains local coordinators in preparing for

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the Convoy of Hope day-long charity event. They provide individuals and families with free haircuts, family portraits, groceries, lunch and entertainment in addition to meeting with local organizations and businesses offering free or discounted services to them. Although many local businesses donate supplies and services, Convoy of Hope donates the groceries distributed at the event. Coeur d’Alene’s Convoy of Hope This year, Coeur d’Alene held their second annual Convoy of Hope event the second Saturday in September. Kathi Abate, one of the event coordinators, said they had more than 4,000 guests and more than 1,000 volunteers. “Guests really relaxed and enjoyed

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the day. The lines for services were shorter so guests were able to visit with volunteers and in the service area.That’s what we were there for, to provide services and build relationships. It was a very smooth day. It was a great day,” Abate said. In all, there were 3374 family portraits taken and 224 haircuts given. There were also 2,070 women’s shoes, 2,211 children’s shoes and 5,000 bags (35,000 pounds) of food given away to guests at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds. The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) also educated 688 women about breast cancer screening. Several companies were interviewing and at least three people were hired on the spot that day and several more were scheduled for interviews after the event, Abate explained. The goal of the day was to connect with guests and let them know what services are available in our community. The event is as much for the guests as it is for the volunteers. Many take a break from their lives to help neighbors in need, but for other volunteers, they come to give back and in a way, to give thanks for services received in the past. “There was a student who was a guest last year, this year she came to volunteer by taking photographs with a camera she won at school,” Abate said. “There was (a guest) who had been going to a food bank regularly, and he came to volunteer in the food area, he just wanted to serve. It’s just another story of (persons) not coming to receive services but wanting to give back.”

The day also gave the various agencies, organizations and business a chance to network, see the needs of the community and organize themselves to continue their outreach after the event. Last year, several health, community organizations and churches came together for three smaller focused day-long events at a Coeur d’Alene elementary school. Those “mini Convoys” are now planning their next events. “(They will be) joining together and pulling from businesses and services together to get services out and working to target the greatest needs in schools. We’re looking at what those folks need to get to a healthier place for their families,” Abate said. “The more we can get out there, the more we can better serve the community’s needs. This is ongoing and we want to bring hope every day of the year.” Sandpoint’s First Annual Convoy of Hope First impressions after Sandpoint’s first Convoy of Hope in October showed that it was a resounding success. Eric Rust, pastor of Cedar Hills Church, was the church relations director for the event. He helped gather city churches together to make the event happen. The ratio of volunteers to guests rivaled each other with more than 1,000 volunteers and approximately 1,800 guests served. “It was a huge success on a lot of levels,” Rust said. “When you think of the people who came to (the event), there was a lot of unity. I saw parents laughing with their kids, coloring with them in the Kids Zone.”

There were more than 200 haircuts given and 30 resumes prepared. There was 1,500 bags of groceries, 200 pairs of children’s shoes and 900 pairs of women’s shoes given away. Similar to Coeur d’Alene, more than 600 women attended NBCF’s early breast cancer detection workshop. “They probably saved multiple lives with that workshop,” Rust said. “It was electric to see so many people come to serve.” When times are difficult, simple things like getting a haircut can become out of reach. He saw an older mother and her adult daughter come in for haircuts. “It was nice to see a mother and daughter in the later stages get the royal treatment. They left with new shoes and groceries, and I just thought, ‘Wow’ with respect to how they were treated. Two hair stylists were the extension of God’s hands,” he said. As with the Coeur d’Alene event, the charity event gave volunteer groups an opportunity to see what more could be done afterward. Several members of the medical and dental professions noted that Sandpoint doesn’t have a free clinic. “It got people talking. … That’s what makes Convoy of Hope a success,” Rust said. “Sandpoint is full of generous people. It’s what I love about the community. It’s really a lifestyle of loving our neighbor as we love ourselves.” For more information, visit www.convoyofhope.org/outreach/northidaho and www.convoyofhope.org/sandpoint.

“That’s what we were there for, to provide services and build relationships. It was a very smooth day. It was a great day.”

PG 24 Families received many services and goods that were donated by community businesses, organizations and individuals.

RIGHT The Convoy of Hope events in North Idaho had an astounding number of volunteers who came out to lend a hand.

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Local company is committed to customer service By Patty Hutchens For over twenty years Sean and Lauren Behm worked in the fast paced city of Los Angeles. Eager to lead a healthier lifestyle, the couple searched for a new place to call home. With family already living in North Idaho, they decided it would be the perfect place to relocate. “The natural beauty of the area with the abundant outdoor activities won us over,” said Lauren. They moved in 2008 and opened North County Electric in January of 2009. A family run business, Lauren owns North County Electric and offers 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. In Los Angeles, Sean managed large crews on expansive commercial and industrial projects. His goal is to provide value engineering to all clients and develop leaders within North County Electric from the ground up. Lauren has over 30 years of experience in marketing and sales. Her professionalism and dedication are part of what makes North County Electric successful. She oversees employee development, human resources, social media, accounting and sales.

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in community building projects including Habitat for Humanity.

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.

North County Electric is currently accepting all electrical bidding opportunities and looks forward to forging excellent working relationships with all their clients.

The couple has two children. Their daughter attends Sandpoint High School and is involved in theater in the community. Their son lives in Los Angeles where he is a highend camera technician for the movie and television industry. Sean and Lauren enjoy skiing, boating, biking and hiking as well as music – especially the Festival at Sandpoint. They support youth athletics as a sponsor of Little League and are an important participant

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In the seven plus years since opening, North County Electric has been successful in growing their company. In addition to their loyal clientele and referrals, they attribute much of their growing success to their team of electrical professionals who provide a superior customer experience. Their team is incredible with the customers, always efficient and on time. “We could not grow as a company without them,” said Lauren.

Members: NIBCA (North Idaho Building Contractors Association), Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce / Women in Business, PBCA (Panhandle Building Contractors Association), IBCA (Idaho Building Contractors Association) and the NAHB (National Association of Home Builders).

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The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign helps thousands in Kootenai County By Jani Gonzalez. Red Kettle photos courtesy of The Salvation Army Photos of Tom and Paula Carlson courtesy of Keith D. Boe for Living Local Magazine The Salvation Army’s longstanding tradition of ringing bells for the smallest of donations is not only their biggest fundraiser of the year, funding many of their programs, it is also a way for some bell ringers to earn that little extra they need to carry them over through the season. The tradition, now called the Red Kettle Campaign, actually started with a black kettle and one man’s desire to feed his neighbors more than 100 years ago in 1891. Joseph McPhee, a Salvation Army officer in San Francisco, wanted to give everyone a Christmas dinner. He eventually raised enough money to feed 1,000 people. The success of that first fundraising event sparked a domino effect among Salvation Army locations throughout the nation, and presently throughout the world as well, explained Christy Markham, director of development and marketing for The Salvation Army. “It’s our most important, highest grossing fundraiser for our programs,” Markham said. “Each Salvation Army operates within their own community and the dollars stay local – everything (in Coeur d’Alene) – 100 percent – goes to community outreach programs.” In Kootenai County, the Red Kettle Campaign took hold around 2007, when the Kroc Center was built. The money raised goes to five main programs, and the number of people it benefits reaches the thousands. Some money funds the Kroc’s scholarship programs. “We don’t cap that,” Markham said. “Anyone who qualifies gets it.” About 10 percent of Kroc members are on scholarship. The money also helps send 70 middle school students to a week-long summer camp, and it goes to those who need the attention the most.

ABOVE Tom and Paula Carlson say they are touched by the generosity they see as Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign bell ringers. TOP RIGHT Many people come together to help the many Coeur d’Alene residents in need.

The Kroc’s Clothe a Child program gives children money to buy new clothes. “It takes more than the kettle money, but each child gets $100 worth of clothes from JCPenney,” she said. And their emergency assistance provides about 40 families with whatever their needs are, be it rent or food assistance. Lastly, in Kootenai County, the money goes to the Kroc’s Families Feeding Families event where food is donated and families can go home and make Thanksgiving dinner. None of this could be possible without the work of the bell ringers – those caring souls who stand day and night, in the cold or bad weather, collecting others’ spare change donations.

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BOTTOM Children are eager to give to help make another child’s life a little brighter.

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“With volunteers, it’s win-win. Most say how rewarding it is. Some bring their children to teach them about charity,” Markham said. “They leave with the holiday spirit knowing that they’ve helped someone.”

“I became one because I wanted to give back. It makes you feel so good,” Paula said.

Likewise, he has stories where he has been the inspiration.

For Tom, a health scare made him rethink his lifestyle.

And that holiday spirit comes from working collectively among neighbors to help neighbors.

“The first year was the winter after my quadruple bypass surgery and I wanted to give back to the community. I had been living the hustle and bustle of the nine to five world, which lead to my heart attack. Paula had been doing it, and I thought, ‘Why not?’” Tom said.

“Two years ago, there was a little girl about 10 years old with a mayonnaise jar with change. She said, ‘I saw you out here last year and asked why you were ringing the bell.’ Her mother told her I was collecting for poor kids. She had done extra jobs to collect that change,” he said.

“If you’re like me and give $20 at a time (to a particular charity), but if (you) can wrangle six volunteers, at two hours apiece, it could mean raising $600 together, much more than on (your) own,” Markham said. All those kettle donations last year raised just more than $201,000, and the goal for this holiday season is $210,000. “Our head office in Seattle looks to make $1 per person which would mean $144,000 in Kootenai County, so we have a generous county,” Markham said. While some bell ringers are volunteers, many benefit from the five-week campaign itself as a source of income. But all ring a bell in the spirit of Christmas. Husband and wife Tom and Paula Carlson are two of those seasonal workers who use the job as a supplement to their incomes, but moreover, it’s the spirit of giving to others that keeps them coming back year after year. Paula started working as a bell ringer ten years ago, and Tom nine. Paula was influenced by friends and later inspired Tom to do the same.

Both are retired and receive Social Security, but they also work part-time jobs during the year. Although they get paid from The Salvation Army, many times they donate their own money to the kettle. Tom’s literally given the coat off his back more than once to people who had nothing in the cold weather. “Some slow days, I’ll add $5 or $10 to the kettle,” he said. Being a bell ringer has taught him to look at people differently, and he said his experiences have lead him to return to church after 50 years. The generosity from people he’d least expect it from touched him, and he has several stories about people’s donations. “You have to put away any judgment of anyone. Even if you see someone in a three-piece suit, maybe they wrote a check. I’ve seen a guy with tattoos reach into his pockets and contribute what he had. It’s amazingly beautiful,” Tom said.

He and Paula are happy to make their contribution to The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign. While they work separately, they have collected in front of Safeway on Fourth Street, Shopko, Kmart, Fred Meyer and Black Sheep. “I don’t care if you put a penny, a nickel, whatever. Putting something in the kettle helps someone less fortunate than yourself,” Paula said. “We just like doing our part for the goal that The Salvation Army puts out,” Tom said. “The important thing is that bell ringing is to help people in our own area, Coeur d’Alene. It’s all local and not overseas. There’s people in northern Idaho that need help.” For more information about The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign or to volunteer, go to kroccenter.org.

The tradition, now called the Red Kettle Campaign, actually started with a black kettle and one man’s desire to feed his neighbors more than 100 years ago in 1891.

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Cleanlinez recently restored the floors at the local VFW Hall, offering a military discount as one way to give back to the community. Nick is a board member of the local Panhandle Building Contractors Association and his company does a great deal of charity work around the area. “My husband and I cherish being involved with the communities we grew up in,” said Sheyna. Fully licensed and insured, Nick and CALL Sheyna feel honored to be able to provide quality craftsmanship to their customers throughout the North Idaho area. In addition, Nick said he takes pride in knowing his company is a responsible local business that is able to employ seven hardworking individuals who provide superior customer service. “I celebrate and encourage my staff to bring professionalism to each and every job they do,” said Nick.

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Caitlin Conway has already made a school career of running cross country. The 16-yearold junior at Coeur d’Alene High School has been running cross country since elementary school. “I was a part of Junior Olympics from the age of 7 through 14, qualifying and competing at Nationals numerous times,” Caitlin said. Last year, she placed sixth overall in the state, helping the girls’ team win third place in the state. They went on to compete at the Nike Cross Regionals where the team placed second and qualified for the Nike Cross Nationals. Caitlin has a 4.383 GPA, and college is in her line of sight but as to where still needs to be decided. There’s no question, however, that she’ll continue running wherever she attends. In addition to her cross country career, Caitlin is considering studying criminal justice and potentially becoming a lawyer.

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“A career in the field of law and criminal justice is a fight for justice for our country, and I love the idea of knowing that I am helping,” she said. Cross country attracts a certain type of person, and Caitlin values her teammates and the lessons she’s learned from them.

The 18-year-old is a member of the National Honor Society at Lake City. She’s a lettered athlete and has maintained a 4.0 GPA. She has her eyes set on attending the University of Montana to study pharmacy and eventually earn her doctorate in the field. Although she hopes to play soccer in college, she doesn’t have any definite plans yet.

“People who participate in cross country are extremely humble and kind. Every runner competes not only for themselves but for their team,” Caitlin said. “Similarly in life, I have noticed that you have to make decisions that benefit yourself while putting in the extra mile to help the group or common goal.”

“My career interests are mainly in the medical field because I really enjoy science, biology and chemistry in particular,” she said.

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“Sometimes a match is not won by skill but by your mindset and attitude, and that is something that definitely pertains to everyday living,” Kelsi said. “You may not always be the best, but if you believe you can do something, nothing can stop you.”

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For senior Kelsi Grinde, playing soccer for Lake City High School has been like being part of a big family with “20 sisters that I never got to have and a few extra parents.”

If there’s one thing that she’s learned from the sport is that she can accomplish anything if she focuses her mind on it.

“Being part of a team is probably one of the best things about things about soccer,” Kelsi said. “Like Coach Ruchti has stressed to us this season, ‘At the end of the day, each other is all you’ve really got.’”

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COLLISION REPAIR TECHNICIAN At NIC: 9-month Technical Certificate In-Demand: 13 percent growth in job demand over the next 10 years How much will I earn? $36,960 $59,710 More information on the Collision Repair program can be found at www.nic.edu by clicking on “Instructional Programs,” then searching for “Collision Repair” under the pull-down menu. Or call 208.769.3433. LEFT NIC Collision Repair student Aubree Thompson repairs a car through NIC’s Collision Repair program, which will be moving to the new Career and Technical facility next year.

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North Idaho College Collision Repair instructor Cal DeHaas’ students don’t use a palette and canvas, but they are artists. Their art supplies include metal, fiberglass, and paint as they transform a damaged vehicle body and make it new again. Soon, those students will have a new facility to hone their craft.

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“The new Career and Technical Education Facility in Rathdrum is starting to take shape with construction getting underway this summer,” said Mark Browning, NIC Vice President for Communications and Governmental Relations. “It will be the new home for several North Idaho College career and technical education programs that are now in inadequate or temporary quarters.” Programs moving to the CTE facility are Automotive Technology, Collision Repair Technology, Architectural and Mechanical Computer Aided Design Technology, Diesel Technology, Industrial Mechanical/Millwright, Machining and CNC Technology and Welding Technology. This 110,960-square-foot facility is being constructed with $15 million in capital reserve funds set aside by the NIC Board of Trustees, without raising taxes. Now, a capital campaign is underway led by the North Idaho College Foundation to raise an additional $5 million to pay for equipment, scholarships and the funding necessary to sustain equipment needs for programs such Collision Repair Technology, which provides students with the tools they need to succeed in the workforce.

instructor DeHaas, who has been teaching collision repair for 17 years. NIC’s nine-month collision repair technology program teaches the fundamentals of repairing damaged or wrecked vehicles. It’s one of a handful of one-year collision repair programs in the Northwest, and the only one in Idaho. Students learn polishing and detailing, plastic repair, sheet metal/aluminum dent repair, welding, tear down/reassemble, vehicle prep and paint, estimating and structural analysis. Upon completing the program, students will emerge as body technicians or auto refinishing technicians (painters). Of the 23 students who have graduated from the program in the last two years, 19 are currently working in the industry. Usually, students find work at independent body shops, dealership body shops and truck repair shops in the area. Most of DeHaas’ students are placed in Coeur d’Alene, Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry and Spokane. Demand for collision repair technicians is expected to increase 13 percent nationwide between now and 2022, according to the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook. “The industry is in desperate need of technicians right now,” DeHaas said. “If the student is qualified and they want to pursue the industry, there most certainly will be a job available for them in this area.”

“Our goal is to get the fundamental skills under the students’ belts and then move them out into the industry and into employment,” said

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24 A Thanksgiving Feast FEDORA PUB AND GRILLE CONTINUES ITS TRADITION OF GIVING BY MADDIE RUSSO On Thanksgiving day from 11am to 4pm Fedora Pub & Grille and many other local organizations and volunteers are bringing the community together for a free dinner. There are no prerequisites to attend, anyone is welcome! Anyone who stops by will be greeted and seated. The meal will include a beverage, all the trimmings of a Thanksgiving dinner and dessert. For some fun entertainment, there will be live music and football on the TVs as well. Last year they served over 1,700 meals, and the planning committee has been working hard to prepare for at least 2,000 this time around. John Malee, the owner of Fedora Pub & Grille in Coeur d’Alene, wanted to make a difference and teach his son good values, so that is when he decided that this was something he wanted

to do. Now, five years later, this is a largescale event that benefits many people in the community. It also has support from other organizations such as The KROC Center, Rotary Club, Kiwanis, Centennial Distributing, Digital Lizard, Pepsi and Craven’s Coffee. The wait staff and kitchen staff all donate their time, and by partnering with the local United Way and ElderHelp of North Idaho, roughly 100 volunteers will also spend their holiday helping others.

such as free dessert for donating a toy or free meals for after the races. Owners John and Mallory Malee say that after five years of business, it is important to them to continue to keep giving back.

Fedora opened its doors just five years ago, and their community support has already stretched farther than this dinner. Over the years, Fedora and its employees have participated in Relay for Life, the Purple Ride and Toys for Tots. Not only have they shown support for these fundraisers, but have given incentives for the community to participate and donate items

Fedora Pub & Grille is located at 1726 West Kathleen Avenue in Coeur d’Alene. You can support the cause by sending in donations to that address or by donating to their gofundme at www.gofundme.com/fedoras-freedinner. Donations will also be accepted on site and all proceeds will go to benefit local nonprofits.

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“That’s what it means to be a part of such a great community. Even with all the growth here, we are all still so ‘small town’ when it comes to being there for each other when it counts. This is our way to help make it count,” they shared.

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NOVEMBER 15 PAUL RODGERS

Singer Paul Rodgers, known for his vocals with the bands Free and Bad Company, comes to the Northern Quest Resort & Casino for one special night. Doors open at 6:45pm and the show begins at 7:30pm; tickets start at $65. For more information, go to www.northernquest.com.

As part of Homeless Awareness Week, eat a meal at Texas Roadhouse from 11am to 9pm, and they will donate 10 percent of the proceeds to Family Promise, a nonprofit organization that supports families experiencing homelessness. To participate, bring in the invitation posted at www.familypromiseni. org.

Stroll through the downtown Coeur d’Alene galleries from 5 to 8pm every second Friday from April through December. Visit new artist shows and beautiful displays. This month’s featured gallery is Studio 107. Free Parking downtown for this evening event. Only one more month left to enjoy this event until spring! For information, visit www.artsincda.org.

NOVEMBER 19 SOUPERT THE END OF HOMELESSNESS Enjoy a meal for a good cause! By sampling soups from more than 40 businesses, you’re supporting St. Vincent de Paul’s warming centers during the winter for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The event is at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds, Building 25 from 11am to 1:30pm. www. stvincentdepaulcda.org. Tickets are $10 per person.

NOVEMBER 27 CHRISTMAS PARADE & LIGHTING CEREMONY

Come to downtown CDA starting at 5pm and watch as the parade lights up Sherman Avenue. Pick up a candle at The Resort and gather on the front lawn for carols. Join the countdown and view fireworks. At the end, the switch is flipped and over 1.5 million light up the area! For more information, visit www.cdaresort.com.

NOVEMBER 21 BLACK FRIDAY WARM UP

NOVEMBER 27-30 FESTIVAL OF TREES

After viewing the Christmas Parade and Lighting Ceremony, come join the festivities located at The Coeur d’Alene Resort Convention Center. Friday d’Lights, Senior Social, Festival Gala, Family Day, Luncheon and Dinner Fashion Show are just some of the holiday events at Festival of Trees.

Start the holiday season off right! Get your Christmas shopping list ready and peruse the CDA downtown stores from 8am to 5pm for special deals and discounts plus a chance to win a $100 gift certificate! For information, call 208.664.3194.

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NOVEMBER 13-14 REBEL JUNK HOLIDAY VINTAGE MARKET

Rebel Junk (formerly Junk Salvation) is a gathering of hand-picked vendors selling their best junking goods at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds, and it is coming to a town near you! Lots of vendors, more junk, and more fun await the keen-eyed junker.

NOVEMBER 13 JEFF DANIELS AND THE BEN DANIELS BAND Actor and musician Jeff Daniels will be performing with his son, Ben Daniels, at the Knitting Factory in Spokane. The Ben Daniels Band has gained notoriety for their ability to write songs representing the younger generation. Doors open at 7pm, and the show starts at 8pm. www.sp.knittingfactory.com.

NOVEMBER 13-14 NW SACRED CHORALE The chorale’s fall concert program, titled “A Grateful Nation,” features a program of music celebrating the freedom of the United States. Nov. 13 at 7pm and Nov. 14 at 4pm at Trinity Lutheran Church, 812 N Fifth St., CDA. 208.664.5743.

NOVEMBER 20-22 COEUR D’ALENE PROFESSIONAL SUMMER THEATRE Coeur d’Alene Professional Summer Theatre presents an encore presentation of the hip, hysterical Broadway hit “First Date” November 20-22 at the Eagles Lodge located at 209 E. Sherman in Coeur ‘d Alene. All tickets $25. Beverages and snacks available for purchase. 208 660-2958 www.cdasummertheatre.com

NOVEMBER 27-DECEMBER 21 HOLIDAY LAKE CRUISES

Get a spectacular view of the holiday lights from Lake Coeur d’Alene from a cruise ship! Drink warm beverages, see the lights sparkle and visit Santa and his elves all in one night! For more information, go to www.cdacruises.com.

RUBBER TIRE ADVENTURES Rubber Tire Adventures wants to encourage current and new bicyclists to take to the roads and trails in Coeur d’Alene and surrounding areas. Right now we offer tips and suggestions for things to do and where to ride, but in the summer of 2016 we will be offering Self-Guided Bicycle Tours. Visit our website to learn more: www.rubbertireadventures.com.

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COVER STORY HIDDEN GEMS AT RIVERSTONE Go explore and find what you’ve been missing in Coeur d’Alene! By Jani Gonzalez and Colin Anderson Photos by Keith Boe At the entrance to Coeur d’Alene proper, you can’t miss the Riverstone development that encompasses the “live-workplay” atmosphere. The development, which began in 1999, is still very much in its prime and still growing. The 150-acre corporate park, shopping center and residential conglomerate was a much welcome change to the area, which had been the site of an old lumber mill and gravel pit. Things changed when John Stone purchased the land in 1999 as John Stone Development. Much of the new development, however, is credited to John Stone who left SRM, one of John Stone’s companies, in 2010 and started Riverstone Holdings, LLC. “Riverstone Holdings made a commitment to bring the area back to life after the economic downturn,” said Nikole Cummings, the office manager at Riverstone. “We currently have just one lot left to be developed or sold.” Riverstone manages the buildings on Main Street that have both residential and retail components, with shops on the street level and condos up above. To say that Riverstone has much to offer is probably an understatement. The development includes Riverstone Park, a five-acre community park with BBQs, picnic areas and an amphitheater that hosts the Riverstone Concert Series in the summer. Retail stores on Main Street include the 14-screen Regal Cinemas, the J Miller Salon, StudioTen20, the Solar Flair Sun Salon, Zumiez, Buckle and several specialty apparel stores.

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Shoppers won’t go hungry with a selection of conventional and ethnic eateries, such as Red Robin, San Francisco Sourdough Company, the Ugly Fish Asian Bistro, the Azteca Southwest Grill and Bardenay restaurant and distillery. “There’s a lot to offer here. It’s a live-workplay (area) where you can kind of get it all,” Cummings said. “Visitors can park and walk around and have the best of both worlds.” She said the ratio of residential living spaces to businesses is about 60/40. There are 132 condominiums spread among three buildings: the Village West, Village North and Village South. There are hundreds of apartment units existing and lots of new construction this season. Among the new growth Riverstone is experiencing is of new apartments as well as new retail and business construction. Needless to say, Riverstone attracts businesses of all kinds.

which offers cooking classes in its store and the Paint Buzz that offers painting classes while you can enjoy a glass of wine or beer. Sandra Gunn, owner of the Culinary Stone, has been at Riverstone two years this month. “We chose Riverstone because of accessibility. People can easily come in and out. The area creates a very unified shopping area. It’s friendly and accessible,” she said.

“I initially thought we were going to have a fire sale, close up, and I’d be looking for a new job, but we were approached by John (developer) and we decided to open a new location here,” said Pat Way, co-owner of the 20-year-old business. He moved the business to Riverstone in the fall of 2008. He said that Stone backed the business from the start, and they purchased it from him outright in 2010. Although the area was quiet at the time, Orvis’ brand attracted their customer base.

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Under construction is a 55+ community by Whitewater Creek, Anthony’s Restaurant, an 80-unit post surgical center by Advanced Health Care and 23 homes being built by Active West. Aspen Homes, Pinkerton Investments and the technology company, Rohinni are all building offices here too. Not only does Riverstone bring to Coeur d’Alene a central business and residential community, it has created thousands of jobs and contributed to the local economy as well. “It has created 2,682 construction jobs alone, and of employees, 3,600 are employed by businesses that have built here,” Cummings said. Some Riverstone retailers are cultivating an “after hours” night life where visitors can relax and enjoy an event. Of those is Culinary Stone,

She said business has increased since she moved here and also derives a portion of her profits from the surrounding commerce. Gunn opened the Culinary Stone with little marketing beforehand but has seen her business grow in part because of the location. “The appearance has improved since day one, it’s clean, well kept, nice flowers, which really helps people feel comfortable shopping,” she said. “We opened a large store with no previous brand name, and we’re improving on our opening day projects, which is great. In two years, we’ve seen our deli really get a lot busier. A lot of businesses in the area get lunch here or have us cater for them,” Gunn said. “Within the last year, we’ve really seen a lot of traffic from businesses whether it’s catering, making a welcoming basket for realtors, or doing corporate gifts.” Moving to Riverstone brought Orvis/ Northwest Outfitters from possibly going out of business. But with the support of developer John Stone, the business is not only surviving but thriving now.

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“It was pretty quiet initially here on the Westside with just us and Boardwalk Boutique. Fortunately, we were an already recognized business and had a following from the previous location,” he said. “If we had been brand new, especially in 2008 and 2009, it would have been really tough.” As with Culinary Stone, Riverstone’s accessibility also helped increase customer numbers through their doors. “You really had to make an effort to go to the old location, here the parking is ten times better, and we see way more foot traffic,” Way said. Some of the newer businesses that have moved in offer in-store events which has attracted more people to Riverstone. “I love the feel of the area now with events going on at the Paint Buzz and Culinary Stone, and the concerts. I really believe Culinary Stone moving in here was the best thing to happen here,” he said. “Overall I don’t think there’s anywhere else we’d rather be. Riverstone isn’t an unknown anymore and people know what is going on down here for the most part.”

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When one chooses to shop at his or her locally owned stores, they are not only saving themselves time by not travelling to other destinations, but they likely are also saving money. Traveling out of town for one’s shopping needs requires the cost of gas, time away from home or work and, depending upon where you go, could also mean a higher sales tax. If you are an Internet shopper, you may save time, but not always money. After all, those shipping costs can quickly add up. Why not make a conscious effort to do as much local shopping as possible? The benefits to you and your community are many. Small business owners are known for their contributions to the many nonprofit agencies that in turn help our friends, family, neighbors and colleagues. In fact, statistics show those locally owned and operated stores are two and half times more likely to donate to nonprofit agencies than the large chain stores. Small business owners are the ones who take the money they earn and reinvest it into their community with their own purchases of goods and services. Can the same be said for the “big box” stores? By shopping at locally owned stores you are not only helping to stimulate the local economy, but you may likely be helping other people in the community who rely upon several of our non-profits during the down times in their lives.

often are in such a hurry with our daily lives that we don’t tend to enjoy being a tourist in our own community – one that many people each year choose as their vacation destination. During the summer, Sherman, Lakeside, 4th and Government are crowded with visitors, but parking and visiting these local businesses is much easier as the heavy tourism season is now over. Downtown is filled with all kinds of unique shops from handmade soaps, leather goods, vintage jewelry, funny t-shirts, fashion, local high school memorabilia, athletic apparel, and so much more. Heading up the 4th street corridor you will find a number of thrift stores where you never know what unique one of a kind gift you’ll come across. Almost every storefront in Riverstone is now filled and many of the newer stores are locally owned unique business. You can also drop the kids off to see a movie while you hunt for those perfect gifts. Hayden offers great shopping options too with several furniture stores, kitchen and cooking specialists, unique toys imported from France, as well as party supply stores for decorations and a pair of meat markets to help you pick out that perfect holiday meal. So before the calendar fills up too quickly, be sure to set some time aside and enjoy all the greater Coeur d’Alene area has to offer.

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how to instruct, correct, modify or when to refer people to a medical professional. I teach a lot of professional education around the country to health and fitness practitioners and approximately 80 percent don’t know how to properly teach or even do a squat themselves. The main reasons people don’t stay motivated is they lack direction or get injured. If you are in a class, make sure quality of movement is more important than quantity. The only thing a lot of bad movements will get you is an eventual injury. You should feel like you are ready to take over the world most days after training, not like you need a nap. Look for training that makes you feel better instead of

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Ouch! I’m in Pain! SEVERITY OF PAIN A NEW “VITAL” SIGN FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS BY CHRISTINA RUST, DPT Pain is becoming a new vital sign along with blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate and body temperature. Most medical professionals are required to measure and record pain as part of your health history. There are two primary categories for pain: acute pain, defined as pain present less than three to six months, and chronic pain, which persists more than six months. Amazingly, around 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain, according to several medical resources. This number is staggering if you do the math. The U.S. census for 2015 reported 321,216,397 citizens; of that number 23 percent are under the age of 18. That means that roughly 1 of every 2.5 adults reports suffering from mild to severe pain that does not go away, is described as shooting, burning, electrical or aching, and is accompanied by feelings of discomfort, soreness, tightness or stiffness. What’s the biggest difference between the four main vitals and this new fifth one? The first four are physically measurable, while the fifth is completely subjective. Simply put, my experience of pain is different than yours. Genetics, environmental experiences and social influences have directly affected our perception of pain. As a physical therapist, I’m required to have clients describe symptoms. “On a scale from 0 to 10, how bad is your pain? Ten being you need to go to the emergency room.” I’ve asked this question hundreds of times over the past 20 years and am still astounded by the variety of answers. I’ve looked at x-rays of someone’s spine and wondered, “How is this person even

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Mindful Eating

Eating mindfully means to be 100 percent conscious and aware of the foods we’re eating and why. It’s about being present with our food. This can take a lifetime to learn and some of us may never get it. But, eating mindlessly can truly be detrimental to our physical and emotional health. Therefore, it’s vital, especially during the busy, stressful holiday season to attempt to pay more attention to what goes into our bodies simply for the sake of our health.

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This is not a holiday diet plan; it will not deprive you of the things you truly enjoy every holiday season. It’s not meant to help you lose weight or to eat more healthfully this season. It approaches food in a more thoughtful manner, asking ourselves “why” we’re eating something in attempts to reduce dangerous emotional and overeating.

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Eat off a plate Every diet book says this, but there is so much truth to it! When we eat off a plate, we are tuned into the amounts of food we are consuming. Pacing around eating a little of this and a little of that can sneak in a whole meal’s worth of food! Whenever appetizers are out, pick up a plate, you’ll be surprised at how quickly it adds up!

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Location! Be strategic about where you stand at holiday gatherings. If you can’t control yourself around all the candied nuts, peanut brittle and cookies, don’t socialize near the dessert table. Instead, find a cozy place next to the fire or on the couch. Be honest and true to yourself Would you feel guilty if you threw away the ginger molasses cookies your great aunt went through all that trouble to make? Don’t! You owe it to yourself to respect what goes in your body and to eat only the things you love. Ask yourself, “Am I enjoying this?” If the answer is no or maybe, put the fork down. Save what you consider an “indulgence” to be truly satisfying to you. Leave the grumbling at home Don’t show up to a holiday party with a grumbling stomach. This sets us up to overeat by overcompensating for our hunger. Have a light snack just before you arrive and you’ll automatically eat less. Be a role model Let others learn from your mindful ways. We all have those people in our lives that

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want to feed us with love. If you’re not hungry or don’t desire something, firmly say “no thank you.” No one will disown you for being strong. Choose one indulgence Before heading to a get together, pinpoint one thing that you know will be there and that you really want. Desire makes it taste that much sweeter. Listen to your body If we pay attention to when we are hungry, or full, we tune into the “other” reasons we may be eating such as boredom or stress.

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Always have a game plan At the end of the day, the main thing you need is a game plan. Before every gathering, have an idea of what you’re planning on eating, drinking and how you’re going to say “no” if you have to. Make a plan to check-in with yourself from time to time and to feel good about your decisions.

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The sights and smells of Thanksgiving dinner is something we look forward to all year long. Time spent with family over a great meal just can’t be beat. Putting on such a feast can be overwhelming, but this is not a time to be stressed. Here are a few tips from Culinary Stone Deli manager Jonathan Siegler on creating a great meal without the side of stress. Prep ahead of time Chop up any veggies the night before so you’re all ready to go the next morning. “The key to great stuffing is fresh bread,” said Siegler. “Leave the bread bag open the night before and you’ll have perfect bread crumbs for stuffing.”

have a frozen bird, be sure to thaw the night before as well. The white meat tends to cook faster than the dark meat. To avoid drying out the white meat, you can add butter. “Take the butter and spread it underneath the skin on the breast meat. This will help keep the meat moist while the dark meat takes its time to cook,” said Siegler. If you want to make things easy on yourself, The Culinary Stone is offering readymade stuffing kits, sausage mixes to add to your stuffing, cranberry relish and also has all the brining packets, oils, and spices you’ll need. The staff is always ready to help you make the perfect feast. Happy Thanksgiving!

Adding flavor Siegler recommends adding caramelized onions to the stuffing for an economical way to add more flavors. “Don’t shy away from citrus or sweet in the cranberry sauce to give it a little something extra.” Roast brussel sprouts and cranberry relish also make a unique complement to the traditional side dishes. The Bird If possible, find a fresh turkey so you don’t have to deal with thawing it out. If you do

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A local favorite for an array of reasons, including the friendly staff, unbeatable atmosphere, and phenomenal food. Voted best seafood in Coeur d’Alene 2012, 2013, and 2014. Their menu includes salads, fishwiches, taste of baja, fish & chips, smoked fish, fresh sushi bar and fresh fish market with live shell fish and lobster. 215 West Kathleen | Coeur d’Alene | 208.664.4800 fishermansmarketcda.com

Whether you are looking for a small plate to a full meal, Coeur d’Alene has plenty of tasty options from which to choose.

Nate’s New York Pizza

Authentic New York style Pizzeria in Post Falls. They serve up the biggest pies in town including the famous 36” pizza challenge. Stop by on Wednesdays for a 18” pepperoni pizza for just $17 and select bottled beers are only $1.50! Don’t forget to try some of the best hot wings and stromboli in town. Stay and enjoy a beverage of choice or call ahead and take your pizza to go. 920 N Hwy 41 | Post Falls | 208.773.6697

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“There is no substitution for quality. Our Food is Organic & Prepared from Scratch.” Authentic Italian Cuisine. Guaranteed best steaks in town. Catering and private cooking classes available with Chef Angelo. DINNER FOR 2 & A BOTTLE OF WINE $60. Choose from 15 Entrees & 10 Bottles of Wine. Open 7 days a week from 4-10pm. 846 North Fourth Street | Coeur d’Alene | 208.765.2850 angelosristorante.net

Swing by the deli at the Culinary Stone and pick up one of their artisan sandwiches or fresh salads! All bread is made fresh daily. The Chop Shop features incredibly tasty cured meats and a wide range of cheeses. Once you’ve got your meat and cheese, let one of the knowledgeable staff help you pick out the perfect pinot, merlot, or cab to complement a great meal. www.culinarystone.com. 208.277.4116 | 2129 Main Street Riverstone Shopping Center FOR MORE

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Calypsos Coffee

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

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Ugly Fish Asian Bistro

Fresh Sushi and Sashimi, Bento Boxes, wok grilled stir fries, and other delicious Asian entrees. Ugly Fish offers traditional sushi rolls alongside many unique chef creations. In a hurry? Order ahead of time and take your meal to go. Conveniently located in the Riverstone Shopping Center. 1927 West Riverstone Drive | Coeur d’Alene, ID 208.667.6389 www.uglyfishasian.com

Forty-One South

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

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. 41 Lakeshore Drive | Sagle, ID | 208.265.2000 41southsandpoint.com

Shoga Sushi Bar

Delicious sushi and Japanese cuisine sure to delight anyone’s palate. Offering a wide variety of traditional and specialty rolls as well as salads, sweet and sour pork, grilled salmon and more! Beautiful waterfront dining with spectacular sunset views. Professional and courteous service. Enjoy a delicious meal while taking in the beautiful waterfront and spectacular sunset views. 41 Lakeshore Dr. | Sagle, ID | 208.265.2001 shogasushi.com

Fu-Ki Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar

Fu-Ki Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi bar in Post Falls is well-known for our creative & delicious selection of Sushi, Teppanyaki style cooking and fine cuisine. A great place for parties. Gift Cards available as well. Open 7 days a week. Lyoness Member. 1500 E. Seltice Way | Post Falls, ID 208.457.7077 fukisteakhouse.com

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Kauai, Hawaii offers both serenity and adventure By Colin Anderson & Stephanie Krebs-Anderson There is a lot to be thankful for living in the Northwest, but November weather is not one of them. The days are short, the temperatures are chilly, and gray drizzle makes things just wet enough to mess up your day. On these days we remember the wonderful islands of Hawaii where it’s almost always 80 degrees and sunny. As a couple that has a serious travel bug, it’s rare we visit the same place twice. But after our first trip to the island of Kauai, we were back again this past May, less than two years later. There are slices of paradise on each of the Hawaiian Islands, but for those looking to step out from behind the all-inclusives, dinner shows, and crowded Waikiki and add some

adventure to your vacation, the north shore of Kauai simply can’t be beat. In and around Hanalei Bay you will find some of the most spectacular beaches and scenery in the world. You can surf, snorkel, scuba, hike, bike and fly. This truly is a remarkable island, and your visit will bring you a new found appreciation for nature. His Perspective As a traveler, I like to see and experience as much of an area as I can because who knows if I’ll ever be back again. Relaxing on the beach is always part of the trip, but I can only lounge for so long before wanting to find the next

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experience. This might be my favorite thing about Kauai. You can drive up and down the North Shore, find plenty of places to explore, and if you feel like a little beach time, just pull over and plop down your chair and towel. Kauai is known for adventure both by sea and land. One of my favorite excursions we’ve taken is something you wouldn’t likely come across at the concierge desk. Our group of four hired a local by the name of “T” to take us into the center of the island and float down a centuryold irrigation canal originally created to bring water from the mountains to the taro fields and pineapple plantations in the valleys below. The drive was on one of the roughest and craziest

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roads I have ever been on with washed out sections the size of a Mini Cooper. We passed through the area where they shot the entrance to Jurassic Park, and we were soon riding boogie boards down a 2-mile canal. We passed through several pitch black tunnels and ended at a beautiful swimming hole.

year to camp out at Kalalau Beach — one of the most beautiful beaches and backdrops you will ever see. The trail is steep and rocky, and you traverse streams that can swell at a moment’s notice. Both times we’ve done this hike it has down poured for a short time making for an even wilder experience.

Another great land adventure is hiking the first 2 miles of the Kalalau trail. This trail begins where the road literally dead ends. It’s an 11mile hike that wraps around the famous Na Pali Coast which you can also tour by sail boat, zodiac, kayak or helicopter. This hike is rated a difficulty 9.5 out of 10 by the Sierra Club, but the first 2 miles are doable if you are in decent shape and have hiking experience. Permits are needed to go further than 2 miles, but thousands of people make the 11-mile trek each

Back in the water, you’ll find a colorful array of fish snorkeling at Ke’e beach, excellent surf and boogie boarding waves in the picture perfect 2-mile crest beach of Hanalei Bay, and will more than likely come across giant sea turtles snorkeling at Anini Beach. Having such an immense turtle swimming just feet away from you is really an amazing experience.

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upscale fine dining, and shops carrying trinket souvenirs to fine art. You’ll notice that only a couple bars stay open past dinner, but after a day of exploring and sunny beaches, most retire early instead of seeking out the nightlife. If you get the chance to visit this island, enjoy the beaches, but don’t be afraid to step out and find your own adventure. Her Perspective When my husband and I settled on a vacation to the island of Kauai and began to talk to friends and colleagues about our trip, one of the most common things we heard from other visitors of the island was “Kauai is incredible.” After having visited the island twice, I agree. The Hawaiian island of Kauai is one of the

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most beautiful places on earth. The island has natural presence that truly must be seen to be believed. Kauai served as the backdrop to many famous movies (Jurassic Park and Blue Hawaii for example) so you likely have seen this spectacular place before without even realizing it.

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If you are in search of a tropical paradise that comes complete with stunning, high lush green mountain peaks that seem to always be draped in a shroud of mist and that are contrasted against a coastline of white sand beaches and rolling turquoise blue ocean waves, look no further than Kauai. The “Garden Island” is the perfect backdrop for burying your toes in the sand and your nose in a book while the ocean crashes to the shore. You can boogie board, surf and drink beer from your cooler while you get far too much sun and apply too little sunblock. You will probably have more than one encounter with some of the most colorful chickens you have ever seen, as they inhabit the island and seem to be its most numerous residents. These free-range creatures will probably be your morning alarm clock too. They seem to be lurking everywhere, including outside your window. Impressive sunrises on the island make for a perfect excuse for getting up early for a run, taking a yoga class on the beach, or walking down to the nearby beach to stand in the ocean and watch the sun come up for the day.

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Opting for a vacation rental by owner over a hotel will usually include the perks of having a little more privacy, a lot more space, and typically a cache of beach gear to let you create your own experience. Plus, if you have a kitchen, it can easily be stocked. The island boasts multiple farmers markets, with one happening most nights of the week. The markets are a great chance to be amazed at how much better things grow in the tropical climate (hello giant onions!) and to find and try fruit not typically found at your regular Pacific Northwest farmer’s market (hello papayas!). Is creating your adventure just not your style? There are also tons of resources and companies that will ensure your vacation has just the right amount zip-lining, surfing, fishing, snorkeling or whatever you enjoy. If you are looking to have a rocking party where you stay up late and hop from club to club, this is not the place for you. And no one is going to walk up to you and try to sell you some trinket you don’t need. Kauai’s charms are much more natural and serene – and when you leave you’ll find yourself planning the next trip before you get home.

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