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Summer is here and so begins the hectic schedule of balancing work, family, friends, backyard parties, events, out-of-town guests and for a lot of us the kids are home all the time. We live in a blessed place. The fresh, cool morning air, the heat of the sun bouncing off the water in the afternoon and the smell of pine in the early evening. Our days are long and the nights never seem to end. People from all over come to visit us, they pack in and take over, fill our shops, hotels and restaurants, just what we need to get us all through another year economically. Its a busy, yet fun time. As our nation’s birthday is celebrated all across the country with parades, fireworks and picnics, I encourage you to take time during this fun-filled holiday to reflect for a moment on its meaning: the birth of America 239 years ago. It’s an independence many in our history fought hard to gain. I am sure those who signed the Declaration of Independence could in no way envision what America would grow to become, yet they would be so proud for many reasons, specifically how we all take the time to celebrate their courage and sacrifice made. As we celebrate once again lets be sure to remember in-between all the parties, boat rides and activities we stop and reflect for a moment on all that has been given to us. Please remember to pray for all our service men and women around the globe and pay respects to all our veterans. Its because of them, we all get to celebrate this season once again! Creating. Connecting. Living Local.

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July 23-25 - Wine & Food Festival The Wine & Food Festival Weekend kicks off with the all new Waterfront Sip & Stroll on Thursday, July 23rd. Friday evening there will be Winemaker Dinners held at various restaurants around the downtown waterfront and the Grand Tasting on Saturday, July 25th will open at 12pm and run until 4:30pm. Tickets can be purchased online or at the Downtown Waterfront Alliance office: 3311 Harborview Drive, Suite 101. For more information call 253.514.0071.

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Dining for Women Make global change over lunch! By Julianna Verboort. Photos courtesy Dining for Women.

Like to eat, socialize, and do good works? Dining for Women is a “social do-gooder” trifecta. This nonprofit organization is dedicated to changing the world one woman, one girl, one meal at a time. They’ve tapped into something that resonates with women, proven by their exponential grassroots growth from a single group 12 years ago to 438 chapters and 8,261 members today. Dining for Women (DFW) is the global gift of Marsha Wallace, who co-founded the organization in 2003 with Barb Collins, in Greenville, South Carolina. Marsha’s idea was to use “dining out” money to help others. The “others” are women and children in Malawi, Nepal, Guatemala, India, Kenya, Dominican Republic, Cambodia and many other countries. The power of DFW is collective giving organized around social sharing during a meal. Each month, chapters gather for lunch or dinner while learning about an organization in another country and the challenges it aims to address. Then they “pass the hat.” The idea is to contribute about as much as you’d have spent going out to eat or more, but no pressure, it is about the collective impact. These individual small contributions on a national basis add up to big giving! In 2014, DFW awarded grants totaling over $800,000 to international

organizations benefitting women and children in impoverished countries. Phyllis Brandt, a retired Peninsula School District counselor, founded Gig Harbor’s lunchtime DFW chapter almost five years ago. “We always meet on the fourth Thursday of the month at noon. Volunteers bring nutritious salads, breads and desserts, potluck style,” said Brandt. Agnus Dei Lutheran Church hosts the group. Dining for Women is nondenominational, and the organizations they sponsor do not have religious affiliations. Agnus Dei offers a bright meeting room with kitchen access and a location near the harbor. “Dining for Women provides all the information about the organization, the country, and the project. They send a PowerPoint and video,” shares Brandt. DFW vets the international organizations that receive the funds, and use of the funds is monitored. The programs provide vital services in health care, education (especially for girls), or economic sustainability to help bring women and their families out of poverty. Growing programs can apply for grants and additional funding through DFW. “Research shows that if you can help women generate income to support a family, it will affect the family more positively than if it is a

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In 2014, DFW awarded grants totaling over $800,000 to international organizations benefitting women and children in impoverished countries. their life’s work. Why has DFW’s model spread so quickly? Brandt shares some insights: “People can become compassionate when they learn about a need that they can address in a financially easy way. You contribute what you might spend if you went out to eat. And you can know that the money goes directly to address vital needs for women in those countries. We have a lot of empathy - I could be that woman living in the slums in India, I could be that woman who died in childbirth ... You begin to look at your own life as privileged, lucky and blessed.”

She adds, “Very simply, you can make a difference. You know that all of the people in DFW who study this one program together can raise $45 thousand or more, and it really goes there. Mean time, you’ve met some nice people and had a nice lunch, but it is more than that. It has a transcending and longer lasting effect.” The Agnus Dei chapter does not meet in July or August, but when they reconvene in September, they’ll celebrate their five-year anniversary. For more information about Gig Harbor’s Dining for Women lunch chapter, contact Phyllis Brandt at phyljbrandt@ gmail.com. For information about DFW, www.diningforwomen.org or call 864.335.8401. “The efforts that Dining for Women have undertaken ... all across the country over the last 10 years provide a powerful example of how individual acts of giving, when aggregated, can make a deep and transformational impact.” —Hillary Clinton

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Sometimes we want to make gifts to our children or grandchildren in order to save estate taxes. As long we give no more than $14,000 per year, the gifts will be excluded from gift or estate taxes. The $14,000 limit increases regularly with inflation. A married couple can give $28,000 a year to one child. Unfortunately, children do not have the legal capacity, and often lack the experience and maturity to deal with money. You can solve the issue of legal capacity by appointing yourself as custodian of the funds, but under custodial arrangements, the child gains access to the money when he or she turns 18 or 21. Many parents feel this is still too young. In order to keep the child from accessing the money, you need to set up a formal trust. Under a general trust arrangement, you make the financial gifts to the trust. The parent often serves as the trustee of the trust. The trust documents direct that the money be distributed to the child when the child reaches a specific age — say 30. However, the $14,000 annual exclusion only applies to gifts which the child has a “present interest” in, not a “future interest.”

A Crummey Trust gives the child the right to take the money for up to 30 days after it is made. Since the right to take the money begins immediately, it is considered a “present interest” and therefore avoids gift and estate taxes. But the time is short, and after the 30 days, the right to take the money expires and the funds remain in the trust until the child reaches the age designated by the trust. The incentive for the child to not take the money during the 30 day period is the hope that the parent will make more deposits next year. Hopefully, the parent and child have discussed the benefits of a Crummey Trust, and the money will remain intact and grow until it’s ready to be distributed, and it will avoid estate and gift taxes. Disclaimer of Liability: This information is only provided to increase awareness of issues surrounding Estate Planning Crummey Trusts. While the information provided is about legal issues, it is not legal advice or legal representation. Richard P. Patrick is a local Gig Harbor Attorney. His office is located at 5358 33rd Ave NW Suite 102, Gig Harbor, WA 98335. 253.858.6800 www.richardpatricklaw.com.

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Hundreds lined Harborview Drive to watch bands, gymnasts, vintage cars, goats, pirates and all manner of characters in the Yo Ho Grand Parade during Gig Harbor’s annual Maritime Festival. In the midst of the regalia, a young boy watching the parade with his mom caught my attention. Holding a rather sizable bag, this young boy was prepared to scoop up the candy and small tokens tossed by those in the parade. His mother instructed him not to push in front of the smaller boy to his right. Later, she asked him to share some of his candy with that same boy. The basic skills she was teaching her son, to be polite and to share, will help him “play well with others” not only at the parade, but throughout his life.

Better Together PLAYING WELL WITH OTHERS BREEDS SUCCESS. BY DEBORAH OLIVE. PHOTOS BY JULIE REED.

We value “playing well together” and teach our children “how it works.” Nevertheless, I meet far too many entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals who attempt to “go it alone.” The skills this mother was teaching her young son are not simply for “playing nice.” They’re necessary to address the complexities we face today.

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Shortly after a historic oil spill, one of my colleagues ran a weeklong team building exercise to reveal the value of looking out for others. The instructor provided a group of executives with instructions. Fill a bucket with water from the river and build a raft with the materials provided: half-a-dozen two-by-fours, four inner tubes and a length of rope. Imagine the bucket is filled with unrefined oil. Design your raft to support your bucket of oil and your entire team. You will then

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float from this beach to that large rock about 500 feet down river. Remember, we like our river and don’t want any oil spills. Three teams of six formed. Bragging that its strategy was best, each team began to construct a raft. The first team launched their raft, which floated about fifteen feet and broke apart in the middle of the river, spilling its “oil” and soaking the team. Angry voices declared the task to be “stupid.” Meanwhile, the second group finished their raft and floated past the “wet team,” laughing and name-calling. “You look like drowned rats.” When they pulled their raft out of the river and returned to the starting point, they were gloating. The third team hadn’t gotten off the beach. The second team extended its ridicule to this team. Seeing the first team’s failure and experiencing the humiliation heaped on them by the second team, the team on the beach began to argue. Tempers escalated and the conversation moved from blame to resignation. “Why should we even do this?” Some members of the team found a rock to sit on, determined not to participate. The teams had established their positions: a winner, a loser, and “not playing.” The discussion following the “Don’t Spill the Oil” game generated emotional fireworks. When the instructor restored order and gave each person a chance to share their experience,

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The instructor asked: 1. Did anyone say this was a race? 2. Did anyone tell you not to help each other? 3. Would it have been more satisfying and enjoyable if everyone had won? One man exclaimed, “Oh, my! Why am I so programmed to compete instead of cooperate? We had all the talent we needed to get all three rafts down the river, but we didn’t even consider how we could help another team.” The instructor smiled. “There are two ways to do everything: the hard way and the easy way. The easy way is working together.”

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long as possible. One option is to hire an Occupational Therapist whose primary focus is to understand your physical limitations and help you implement strategies for modifying the home in order to make it safe enough for independent living. A second option is to utilize caregiving technology that allows family members to check on you from afar. With the ability to choose from smartphones, tablets and necklaces with emergency buttons or cameras, there’s a wide variety of options that can provide peace of mind to everyone. Additionally, you can hire an in-home care worker who will visit regularly to help with meal preparation, laundry, medication reminders and errands. By simply relying on a little extra help when needed, you can maintain your independence and stay in your home. Lastly, many Senior Move Managers (SMM) are trained to provide guidance, encouragement and hands-on help for those aging in place. Their focused services can accomplish a lot in very little time. A trained SMM can organize your home for easy access to what’s most important, create a floor plan and repurpose your existing space so it works better for you, help you decide if any items will be donated or sold, sort old paperwork and photos, explore home safety and maintenance concerns and provide you with the resources to plan for your future needs. Aging in place can be a viable option for many individuals, as long as it is done with careful consideration for your physical, emotional and mental well-being in the years to come.

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Work Toward Your Own Financial Independence Day

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It’s almost the Fourth of July — time for fireworks, picnics and a reflection on all the liberties we possess in this country. But if you’re going to enjoy the freedom to do the things you want, especially during your retirement years, you’ll want to take the steps necessary to achieve your own “Financial Independence Day.” Here are a few suggestions for helping you reach that goal: • Liberate yourself from debt. For most of us, a certain amount of debt is unavoidable. But the greater control you can gain over your debts, the better off you will be, because any dollars not spent in paying debts can be used to save and invest for your future. So look for ways to cut down on your spending and think about postponing some purchases until you can pay for them in cash. It may not be easy, but it’s possible. And by putting this “found money” to work immediately in quality investments, you may motivate yourself to keep a lid on your debt level. •

Unlock the power of time. Albert Einstein once said, “The most powerful force in the universe is compound interest.” Einstein, who knew a thing or two about the nature of time, clearly recognized its importance in investing. In fact, as an investor, time may be your greatest ally. The more years in which you invest, the more dollars you’ll put in, and the longer you’ll have for your investments to potentially grow. Even if you’re just starting out in your career and can only invest a small amount each month, you’ll be starting to accumulate the amount you’ll eventually need to enjoy the retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned.

amount of growth-oriented vehicles in your overall investment mix. Ultimately, this mix should be based on your risk tolerance, time horizon and specific long-term goals. • Free your investments from “clustering.” In the investment world, as in many other arenas of life, you can have “too much of a good thing.” For example, if you own a particular investment, such as a stock, that has done well, you might think that it’s a good idea to own more of the same type of stock. But when investing, duplication can be dangerous, because if a market downturn affects one asset class particularly hard, and much of your portfolio is tied up in that asset class, you could take a big hit. Instead of “clustering” your dollars around a single asset or two, you could diversify your holdings by owning a mix of stocks, bonds, government securities and other vehicles. While diversification can potentially help you reduce the impact of volatility on your holdings, a diversified portfolio can’t guarantee a profit or protect you from loss. Achieving any type of freedom, in any kind of endeavor, takes time and effort. That’s certainly the case with financial freedom— you will need to consistently make the right moves, over a period of many years, before you can finally declare your fiscal independence. But once you reach that point, you will likely conclude that your diligence and dedication were well worth it.

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Cultivate Culture by Salvaging Structures PROTECT THE PAST. SHAPE THE FUTURE.

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If every building has its own story to tell, what would yours say? Would you save the structure if you could? Would it have historic integrity? What are the qualities of a certified historic structure? What are the benefits of historic preservation? Did you know that cultural and heritage tourism is on the rise? According to the United Nations, “Heritage contributes to social cohesion, sustainable development and psychological well-being. Protecting heritage promotes resilience.” Cultivating our cultural resources, buildings, objects, archeological sites and their surroundings creates a beautifully diverse built environment. The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties specify standards for four different approaches for the treatment of historic properties. You may preserve, rehabilitate, restore and reconstruct. The guidelines address both the exterior and interior of historic buildings of all types. Preservation standards allow for construction measures necessary to sustain the property’s existing integrity. Historic integrity is the essence of how a building relates to its physical environment, such as the time period in which it was created or an event or person of significance. Rehabilitation standards focus on the need to alter or add-to in order to meet new uses and still retain the structure’s historic qualities. This process allows repairs, alterations and additions while still preserving the

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features or portions of historical significance. Restoration and reconstruction standards concentrate on the accurate depiction of historical features as they appeared in the periods of significance. For a more in-depth description of the four approaches, go to: www.nps.gov/rps/standards/four-treatments/treament-guidelines. pdf Whichever approach you select, employ the appropriate treatment (the approach that will minimize the destruction of the historic fabric) prior to commencing the project. Be pragmatic and allow yourself the time to explore opportunities to redesign and create resiliency by updating existing building systems. Ask yourself, how can we protect this historic resource against extreme weather events? Consider a holistic systems approach by applying new technologies, efficient equipment, meeting life and safety needs, assessing seismic reinforcement and accommodating for accessibility.

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Environment Cultivating our cultural resources, buildings, objects, archeological sites and their surroundings creates a beautifully diverse built environment.

So, why would we want to preserve old buildings? Reusing existing infrastructure equates to recycling on a massive scale. When you preserve an existing structure, you are lessening the demand for the creation of more materials, unnecessary construction, and tons of demolition debris. Existing old buildings, often overlooked, are an extremely valuable commodity. Just think of all the embodied energy, which is the combination of all the energy consumed when the building was originally constructed, including: extraction of raw material, transportation, manufacturing, assembly, and installation of goods and services. In addition, existing materials are generally more durable and of higher quality and value than those that are produced today (sad, but true.)

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LIFE & COMMUNITY Local Events and Stories

Recipe for a Great Weekend THE GIG HARBOR WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL PROMISES A GREAT TIME FOR ALL.

BY SARAH POLYAKOV. PHOTOS BY JIM CASTINO.

“Meeting someplace with old and new friends, ordering wine, eating food, surrounded by strangers, I think is the core of what it means to live a civilized life.” —Adam Gopnik There a few pleasures in life that could exceed experiencing skillfully prepared culinary delights paired perfectly with the right wine to complement the meal. When you add such an experience to the downtown Gig Harbor waterfront, you have the recipe for the perfect weekend. Fortunately, the perfect weekend comes to us this year for three, fun-filled days. From Thursday July 23 to Saturday July 25, Gig Harbor’s annual Wine and Food Festival is here to delight the eyes and the taste buds. This year’s festival has expanded its offerings, and it

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promises to be more exciting than ever. Beth Glein, co-chair of the wine and food steering committee, notes, “Historically this has been a one-day event on Saturday afternoon. This year we have grown to include the Thursday night Sip and Stroll, Friday night Winemaker Dinners, and expanded hours for the Saturday event with our class offerings. It promises to be a fun full weekend of eating and tasting beverages!” This year, the tasting tents provide an opportunity to sample the offerings from over 60 wineries, craft distilleries and breweries. The festival will introduce several new wineries, including Rasa Vineyards, which produces ultra-premium, terroir specific wines. Local Gig Harbor favorite Heritage Distilling Company will be there to offer

samplings of their artisan, small batch whiskey, vodka, and gin. Another local favorite, 7 Seas Brewing, will offer an ultralocal taste of their innovative beer offerings. Select restaurants and food purveyors will be serving signature dishes expertly prepared by chefs. This year’s celebrity chefs include Pat Donahue, Executive Chef for Anthony’s Restaurants; Thierry Rautureau of Loulay Kitchen & Bar and Luc Restaurants; and Chef Thad Lyman, Brix25 and Net Shed #9. This year on the main stage Chef Pat Donahue will compete against Gig Harbor’s own Chef Thad Lyman. There are several new offerings at this year’s Wine and Food Festival. The first new offering begins on Thursday evening. A Sip & Stroll will be hosted along the downtown waterfront. During this event, you will enjoy strolling throughout the downtown waterfront and savoring sips and tastes at 11 different locations. Possible stops along the way include the Waterfront Farmers Market and the many retail stores that will be open late for Thursday Night Out. This event runs from 5 to 8pm and the Summer Trolley will be available for your convenience. Please purchase tickets in advance at www.harborwineandfoodfest.com/ sip-stroll.

This year the educational offerings have also been expanded and feature extended hours. Brix25 is sponsoring one of the most intriguing educational opportunities. They will be demonstrating to participants how the shape of a glass actually changes the taste of the wine being sampled. Various shapes of glasses will be used during the demonstration. But the most interesting facet of this opportunity is that participants will take home four pieces of beautifully made glassware by Riedel. The most important aspect of this event involves how it benefits our community. Beth Glein notes,“By creating reasons for people to visit downtown Gig Harbor, stay for the weekend, shop and eat, we help to encourage economic development in our small downtown. Secondly, the festival is a joint project between the Downtown Waterfront Alliance and Gig Harbor Rotary. Both nonprofit organizations, all revenue and donations are directed to projects that support the downtown waterfront community.”

Perfect Weekend When you add such an experience to the downtown Gig Harbor waterfront, you have the recipe for the perfect weekend.

BELOW Last year’s Wine and Food Festival included a live broadcast of the Seattle Kitchen Show by Seattle’s KIRO radio. The stars of last year’s show were Tom Douglas and Thierry Rautureau.

The annual Gig Harbor Wine and Food Festival promises to be bigger and better than ever. Whether you enjoy fine wine, brews, spirits, or all three, the festival offers a recipe for the perfect weekend. To find out more information and to purchase tickets, please visit: www.harborwineandfoodfest.com

Another exciting offering at this year’s festival will include an onsite retail store where you may browse and purchase the delicious featured wines, brews and spirits that you sampled that day. At the main festival there will be a wide selection of educational offerings, including wine seminars, cooking demonstrations, mixed drinks and beer pairings. These are available for additional purchase.

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BOTTOM RIGHT Community members sample area wines under the main tent at last year’s Wine and Food Festival. This year’s festival will offer even more tasting opportunities of seasonal varietals.

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Local musicians and storytellers accompanied by the rhythm of the tides. By Sarah Polyakov. Photos courtesy of the City of Gig Harbor.

Summer in Gig Harbor is synonymous with music because there are multiple opportunities to get out and hear free concerts. Whether at your local pub, the park or on Puget Sound, there is sure to be live music that suits your taste. We are blessed to have so many talented musicians who live in and around Gig Harbor. Catch local favorite The Shy Boys while they play hits from the ’70s and on. They have been voted the best area band and frequently play at venues like Forza and at large events and festivals. On July 16, they will be playing a free concert on the Port Orchard waterfront. Another local favorite is the newer band Sounds Like Dolores. Featured in last month’s Gig Harbor Living Local, they will be playing a free concert at Zog’s on July 17. Head to Zog’s for the artisan beer on tap and stay for the music while enjoying Zog’s beautiful beer garden with waterfalls and fire tables. Don’t miss the Summer Concert Series at Uptown Gig Harbor. Concerts are held from 6 to 8pm on Thursdays, beginning on July 9 and ending on August 20. The series kicks off with Caribbean music by Malo Combo and ends with standard rock by Rokkerbox. Other bands include Blues Redemption and Common Ground. For more information, visit: www.uptowngigharbor.com/news-events/. The City of Gig Harbor has a wonderful line-up planned for their annual Summer Sounds at Skansie. This popular, free outdoor concert series features a variety of musicians and storytellers. There is literally something for everyone. The Coats will kick off this year’s event with a cappella jazz. Other acts include Dixieland by the Uptown Lowdown Band, country music by Michael Anthony Pratt, the Beatniks and will conclude with the Funaddicts. There will also be a special concert by Sarah Gerritsen with The Banner Days. One of Gig Harbor’s very own, Sarah Gerritsen with The Banner Days, will perform folk/Americana. Sarah takes the genre to uncharted territory by infusing her music with vibrancy and soulfulness. Summer Sounds at Skansie will begin on June 16 and run on consecutive Tuesdays until August 18. All concerts start at 6:30pm and are held on the waterfront in Skansie Brothers Park, in downtown Gig Harbor. This event is held whether it’s rain or shine. So bring your blanket, put on your dancing shoes, and be sure to grab dinner from one of our wonderful, downtown restaurants. What’s better than dancing the evening away while creating your impromptu picnic on the water? Concert goers are encouraged to ride the Gig Harbor Trolley and to take advantage of the dinner delivery service in which many wonderful downtown restaurants happily participate. For more information, please visit: www.gigharborguide.com/music/.

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ABOVE The Beatniks perform before an enthusiastic Gig Harbor crowd. TOP RIGHT Members of the community gather for the Community bridge celebration.

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Let’s Go to the Beach

Remember being a kid and playing Capture the Flag until dark? Remember how great it felt to breathe deeply the cooling air in a summer field? Remember catching a frog, spotting a woodpecker, listening to insects buzz? And how about the glory of a day at the beach — sculpting sandcastles, jumping in the waves, sifting handfuls of sand through your fingers, and if you were really lucky, the thrill of glimpsing a whale? If you close your eyes and recall those moments, you can still sense them; the smells, the sounds, the caress of the sun and breeze on your skin, the joy of playing outside embedded still in your muscles and bones.

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Sadly, statistics say that many of today’s youth won’t have those memories. According to the National Wildlife Federation, the average American child spends 30 minutes or less in unstructured outdoor playtime each day. Many kids are engaged with screens from five to seven hours a day. How can we motivate kids to love the natural world and to seek actual instead of virtual experiences?

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when outdoor playtime becomes indoor screen time. “I wrote ‘Let’s Go to the Beach’ because I wanted to get kids off the couch and outside, thus sparking environmental awareness,” Sarah said. “If we can encourage children to get outdoors, they have the opportunity to fall in love with nature. If they fall in love with nature, then hopefully they will be inspired to become environmental stewards.” Sarah’s background in art and passion for the environment shine in this lovely story. She formatted the book through Kindle, uploading her writing along with illustrations she’d created in Sketchbook Pro. Her book is available as a Kindle download for just $1.99 (free for Kindle Unlimited subscribers). “I have several children’s book manuscripts that are waiting to be illustrated. ‘Let’s Go to the Beach’ was an experiment to see if I could leverage the latest digital tools for artists in order to save time illustrating,” Sarah said. “I found out that I could create a book that was produced 100 percent digitally, with no money out of pocket to publish it.” You may recognize Sarah’s name because she is one of “Gig Harbor Living Local’s” strongest contributors, writing about the environment and sustainability, among other subjects. Expect to see more in the children’s and young adult genres from this promising local writer! Sarah set aside acrylic paints and canvas and used this book as a digital experiment. All images were produced with a digital pen/paintbrush on an iPad with a painting and drawing app called SketchBookPro. Using a digital pen, this app allows scenes to be “painted” on an iPad as if it were a canvas.

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Determination, hard work and commitment. That is what 16-year-old Davis Alexander said it has taken to overcome of challenge of playing football with others who are a year older than he. Entering his senior year in the fall, Davis has always been a year younger than those in his class. But it is that dedication that he exhibits that has brought him success both on and off the football field. With a 3.5 GPA, Davis has played football since the age of six when he lived in Oakland, CA. His family moved to Gig Harbor when he was 8 years old and he has played ever since. Davis said that while he is still undecided about what he will study in college, he is leaning towards a career in business and finance and plans to attend a four year college. “I would also like to play football in college,” said Davis of his aspirations.

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When asked what he enjoys most about the sport, he cites the passion and energy. But it is the lesson he has learned from his coaches that will carry him through his senior year and beyond. “You win and lose as a team, not as an individual.” Madison Martinez Peninsula High School For Madison Martinez, athletics is a year round commitment. With volleyball, basketball and track filling her schedule, Madison is surprisingly still able to devote a great deal of her time to academics. And she’s successful. Entering her senior year at Peninsula High School this fall, Madison maintains a 3.8 GPA and was recently honored with the award for Outstanding Junior of PHS for the South Puget Sound League. She was also named MVP of the girls’ varsity basketball team and competed at districts in shot put, long jump and triple jump.

While her sports career has been a journey filled with many great achievements, it has not always been easy as Madison had to overcome three different injuries. “I found out that we sometimes have to do things that are necessary and not always the things that we want or would choose,” said Madison. “When life is hard, it is our strength and decisions that bring us to a better place of success and happiness.”

Madison plans to attend college in Southern California, a place where much of her extended family lives. “I also wish to compete in one of my sports while studying for a degree,” said Madison of her passion for athletics, adding that she would like to study journalism and communications. “I have always wanted to be a sports reporter!”

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Chalk the Harbor ARTISTS AND DOODLERS ALIKE CAN USE THE SIDEWALK AS THEIR CANVAS AT THIS FUN EVENT. BY SARAH POLYAKOV. PHOTO BY JOSH SHERWIN OF THE DOWNTOWN WATERFRONT ALLIANCE. Once upon a time, children used neighborhood sidewalks as their canvas. Whether they were creating impromptu hopscotch squares or drawing their latest masterpiece, chalk opened up an entirely new place for them. Sidewalks were so much more than an easy and safe walking path. Sidewalks opened up a world full of possibilities.

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Before iPads or even color TV, children created two-dimensional creations where anything was possible. They created oceans where pirate ships did battle or a land where entirely new trees, flowers and second suns were made. Imagination was the only limit

Join others from our community on Saturday, July 18, to decorate downtown sidewalks. Children, adults, families, locals and tourists are all invited to join this fun event. Prizes will be awarded at Chalk the Harbor and the prize categories include: Kids, Family, High School, College Student, Adult, Best Maritime-Nautical Art and Group drawing.

During Chalk the Harbor, you will have the opportunity to create or watch others create new worlds all on the two-dimensional canvas of our local sidewalks.

So let your inner-child come out and play at Chalk the Harbor. Be sure to register at Skansie Park between 10am and 2pm on July 18. The chalk will be provided for free, but be sure to wear sunscreen and knee pads. Don’t forget to take the trolley into town—you will be glad you did. For more information about this fun, community event, please visit www.gigharborwaterfront.org.

This summer, the Downtown Waterfront Alliance is bringing us a taste of that nostalgia. During Chalk the Harbor, you will have the opportunity to create or watch others create new worlds all on the twodimensional canvas of our local sidewalks.

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July - 2015 Summer Concert Series. Bring your lawn chair to the Uptown Gig Harbor pavilion to enjoy wonderful music summer Thursday evenings from 6 to 8pm. Free weekly concerts present a great variety of music by local musicians and bands. July 9 Malo Combo- Caribbean July 16 Blues Redemption- Blues July 23 Sounds Like Delores – Rock July 30 Mark Lewis Jazz Trio – Jazz August 6 Common Ground – Rock August 13 Budapest West – Hungarian Soul August 20 Rokkerbox – Rock

SHOWS/MUSIC/ARTS Now through July 5 - Intimate Memories. Mary Elizabeth Smith’s colorful watercolors depict a love of nature, water, reflection and motion. She is an award-winning watercolorist, garnering top honors in local, regional and national juried competitions at the Frye Art Museum, Howard/Mandville Gallery, Stillwater Gallery and many out-of-state venues. Her work will be on display at Morso through July 5 with a Meet the Artist Reception taking place on July 4 from 6 to 8pm. Select art pieces can be also be viewed online at marysmithart.com and design examples at harborart.com. Now through August 18 - Summer Sounds at Skansie 2015. Join us on the lawn of Skansie Brothers Park for live music and loads of fun every Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8pm. Returning this year is the popular restaurant delivery service to the park by many of Gig Harbor’s favorite downtown eateries. Bring chairs or blankets. No tents, canopies or umbrellas will be allowed. Chairs set up in advance are at owner’s risk and management’s discretion. No roping off chairs is allowed. All Gig Harbor parks are smoke free.

July 8 - Meet the Artist Reception. Local artist/ teacher Donna Trent has three amazing students, some that have painted with her for 20 years, that will be showing their unique and diverse art at Morso from 6 to 8pm: Mikki Parkhurst, Jo Ann Sullivan & Dick Weathermon. This is a great opportunity to see and support some of the talent we have locally.

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July 7 - Hook Me Up July 14 - Michael Anthony Pratt July 21 - Beatniks July 28 - Sarah Gerritsen with Bradford Loomis August 4 - Ranger and the Re-Arrangers August 11 - Austin Jenckes

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July 9 - Art Walk. The second Thursday of every month, from 5 to 8pm, the Art Walk will be held in the beautiful historic maritime community of Gig Harbor. Participating galleries and businesses will have artists on-site with artists’ demonstrations. For more information visit: www. gigharborgalleries.org. July 9 - The Muse at Morso. Morso presents The Muse at Morso, a monthly program featuring premier authors and poets. On the second Thursday of each month Morso hosts prominent poets and authors to Gig Harbor to share their work at 7pm. As usual, there will be an open mic after for you to share your own work with the community. Please call 253.530.3463 for more information. July 11 - Olalla Concert Series. Olalla’s Community Hall, 12970 Olalla Valley Road SE, will host a monthly music series featuring world-class musicians from throughout the U.S. Each evening will begin with a potluck at 6pm for anyone who wants to bring a dish to share and meet the performers. Music starts at 7pm. For information and reservations call 253.438.0078 or visit www.olallahouse.org. July 26 - Opera Preview. Seattle’s opera expert, Norm Hollingshead, shares an entertaining and enthusiastic free preview of the Seattle Opera production at the Gig Harbor Library. For more information visit www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar. July 28 - Travel Photography. Photographer Greg Farley teaches tricks and techniques for better travel photographs while showing examples of his stunning work at the Gig Harbor Library from 6 to 8:30pm. Visit www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar for more information.

July 16 - Richard Twice. Richard Twice has returned to the stage after more than 30 years, playing and singer better than ever and reprising his early pop masterpieces as well as recently penned compositions. This is a rare and special opportunity to hear Richard tell his story and perform his songs at the Harbor HIstory Museum. To purchase tickets visit the Museum’s website www.eventbrite.com/e/concert-withrichard-twice-tickets-17341814835

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES Summer 2015 - Classic Boat Rentals. The Gig Harbor BoatShop is pleased to announce the launch of their Small Craft Livery Service (classic boat rentals) for community use. Open every Saturday from 10am-4pm, the public can rent classic small-craft restored right here at the BoatShop, many with historical significance. Come down and rent one of our rowing skiffs or sail off in an El Toro sailboat, or hop into a 1927 classically restored electric motor launch and row, sail or quietly motor in and around Gig Harbor Bay at your own pace. Visit www.gigharborboatshop.org for more information. Summer - Discovery Village Summer Camps. Come into Discovery Village for a chance to let your child’s imagination flow as they enjoy a multitude of camps scheduled throughout the summer! All camps are designed for children in preschool and going into kindergarten, ages 3 – 5 years, and are expected to be so entertaining that your child may not want to leave. For more information visit www.discovery-village.com. Summer 2015 - PT TROLLEY Returns. Pierce Transit’s Route 101 provides convenient service between the historic downtown Gig Harbor waterfront district and the Uptown shopping district. Trolleys run daily every 30 minutes; see www.piercetransit.org/pt-trolley for details. Trolleys also connect with other routes at the Kimball Drive Park & Ride, including Route 100. July - Waterfront Farmer’s Market. Every Thursday, beginning June 4, from 3 to 7pm vendors will meet in Skansie Park on the downtown waterfront. From fruits and vegetables to artisan crafts shop the local selections as you listen to live music and enjoy various activities for

July 5 - Wings and Wheels.

This is the fifth year of Wings and Wheels, an aviation event with a car and motorcycle show- featuring live entertainment, race cars, WWII B-17 Flying Fortress offering aircraft rides and tours, helicopter rides, amazing cars and aircraft, and the Smoke ‘N’ Thunder Jet Dragster making a 300 mph run down the runway! Aircraft, both military and civilian, will FLY-IN and be on static display throughout the day. Vendors, military displays, and entertainment will be going on throughout the day. Visit www.freedomfair.com/wings-wheels.html for more information.

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adults and children alike! Visit gigharborwaterfront.org for more information. July - Gig Harbor Farmers Market. Come to the Gig Harbor Farmers Market at the two great locations! Saturday an indoor/outdoor market will take place at the former Peninsula Gardens, 5503 Wollochet Drive NW, from 9am to 3pm and on Sunday there will be a market in the Gazebo Area of the Uptown Shopping Center from 11am to 4pm. Enjoy the fresh produce, homemade crafts and live entertainment all weekend long. Visit gigharborfarmersmarket.com for more details. July 3 - BBQ Wine Tasting. While BBQ is all the rage in the summer, and all of our complex BBQ recipes are closely held secrets, it is all about the simplicity of fire & smoke over metal grates - whether it’s chicken, beef, fish or vegetables. The same thing is true about wines - simple true wines are the best for pairing with our grilled or BBQ foods. This week Morso will have a great lineup of wines for your favorite BBQ or grilled dish. July 4 - Fourth of July Hot Dog Social. Come meet your friends and neighbors at Volunteer Park for a free hot dog, games, and fun as we celebrate Independence Day! July 9 - Thursday Night Out. Over 40 downtown waterfront businesses will be open featuring special offers, activities, demonstrations, refreshments and fun. Live music and entertainment is being planned at various locations throughout the waterfront. Event will be the second Thursday of every month from 5pm-8pm. July 10-11 - Lavender Festival. This year’s Lavender Fest will include u-pick lavender, lavender cooking, craft, and care of lavender classes as well as vendors and live music. The Festival takes place at the Blue Willow Lavender Farm, 10615 Wright Bliss Rd KPN, from 10am to 6pm. For more information visit

July 20 - Harbor WildWatch Brrr! How do marine mammals survive in the frigid waters of Puget Sound? Explore the world of blubber with the crew of Harbor WildWatch at 10:30am in the Gig Harbor Library. Visit w w w.piercecounty librar y.org/calendar for more information.shop.org for more information.

July 18 - Varnishing & Painting Wooden & Plywood Boats Workshop. Join the Gig Harbor Boatshop for this fun workshop and learn proper techniques for finishing and maintaining your plywood boat. Visit the Gig Harbor BoatShop websitegigharborboatshop.org for more information.

Sehmel Homestead Park’s Demonstration Garden at 1pm as the Pierce County Master Gardeners show you that you don’t need a big garden to grow healthy and flavorful produce. For more information contact Kerrie Wilson at 253.798.6943.

July 23 - Harbor Sip & Stroll with Bubbles. Come and join Morso for the kickoff of this year’s Wine & Food Festival with amazing bubbles, now how can the night go wrong with that for a start. Of course, we will also have some items to nosh on with the bubbles.

July 15 - Bunco at Morso. Every third Wednesday of the month, bunco is on in the Morso Gallery. Social hour starts at 6pm with dice rolling at 7pm. Space is limited, so be sure to make your reservation by calling 253.530.3463.

July 24 - Al fresco Italian Dinner Celebrating the Summer and Harbor Wine & Food Festival. This year to celebrate the Harbor Wine & Food Festival Morso will be having an amazing Italian Wine Dinner hosted by our great friend Chris Zimmerman. Classic dishes from all over Italy will be presented and paired with wines like only Chris can find from Tuscany, Piedmont and throughout Italy. We will be serving on the patio al fresco overlooking the harbor on what will be a truly amazing outdoor dining experience. Seating is limited so please call 253.530.3463 for reservations.

July 17 - Golferitaville Charity Best Ball Golf Tournament. Pink flamingos, parrot hats, tropical attire and Jimmy Buffett music rule the day Friday, July 17, 2015 as the Gig Harbor Midday Rotary Club hosts their 11th annual Golferitaville Charity Best Ball Tournament at McCormick Woods Golf Course. For more information contact Cheri Johnson at 253.225.6336 or www.golferitaville.com July 17 - Picnic Wine Tasting at Morso. I heard one person say “Isn’t a picnic just a reason to be able to drink during the day?” I guess they are right, maybe not the only reason, but I certainly didn’t want to argue with them. So to some, picnicking might just be a fancy name for day drinking. Well Morso will have a great lineup of picnic wines for this tasting from all over the world from 5 to 8pm.

bluewillowlavenderfarm.com. July 10-12 - Mariners vs Angels. The Mariners are taking on the Los Angeles Angels at Safeco Field! Come watch the battle and make sure to attend on the July 11 for Nelson Cruz Bobblehead Night! It’s going to be Nelson Cruz’s Mariners bobblehead debut. The first 20,000 fans will be able to take home their own 7th version of Nelson. Visit seattle.mariners.mlb.com for ticket information. July 10 - Back Up the Truck Wine Tasting. Morso has assembled an amazing lineup of wines that are just a must for your summer patio soirees. These wines are so good and such a value you are going to want to back up the truck and take a bunch with you. We don’t often get a chance to have this amazing group of value wines available and they won’t last long so back up your truck, car, minivan and fill it up. July 11 - 7 Seas Anniversary. Join 7 Seas as they celebrate their sixth anniversary in the parking lot, 3006 Judson Street, from 12 to 8pm. Event will include music, food and refreshments.

July 31 - Women in Wine with Sarah Timbrook-Nugent at Morso. The ranks of women winemakers are growing, and Morso is happy to raise a glass to that! Please join us on July 31 for a tasting of wines made by women around the globe. The grande dame of Vouvray, Catherine Doyle, blazed the trail for winemakers such as young newcomers Ingrid Groiss of Austria and Pam Walden of Oregon. We will taste wines from all three talented ladies and more. Do women make exceptional elegant, mysterious wines? You be the judge!

July 18-19 - The Annual Gig Harbor Summer Art Festival. Saturday 10am to 6pm; Sunday - 1 to 5pm on Judson Street in Gig Harbor’s historic waterfront district. Artists from throughout the Northwest will be showing and selling their work at this year’s festival. We’ll also have a variety of food vendors, live music and lots of art-making activities for children. www.peninsulaartleague.com/artFest.html

July 23-25 - Wine & Food Festival. The Wine & Food Festival Weekend kicks off with the all new Waterfront Sip & Stroll on Thursday, July 23rd. Friday evening there will be Winemaker Dinners held at various restaurants around the downtown waterfront and the Grand Tasting on Saturday, July 25th will open at 12pm and run until 4:30pm. Tickets can be purchased online or at the Downtown Waterfront Alliance office: 3311 Harborview Drive, Suite 101. For more information call 253.514.0071.

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Family Friendly Events Summer - Waterfront Walking Tours. These fun, guided tours along Gig Harbor’s beautiful waterfront are free to the public and feature two guides, one of which will be an expert from Harbor WildWatch. Guides will tell some tall tales about our town that give tour-goers a glimpse of our history and connects the “then and now” while educating and entertaining about wildlife found in the harbor. Tours are suitable and fun for all ages. They are held on most Saturdays at 10am. This family-friendly, 1.3-mile, twohour tour on mostly flat grades is a one way trip with stops at scenic points of interest along the way. For more information visit gigharborwaterfront.org/walking-tour. July - Tacoma Rainiers. The Tacoma Rainiers provide affordable, top-notch entertainment in a family-friendly atmosphere at historic Cheney Stadium. For schedule information please visit www.tacomarainiers.com. Now through July 11 - Seussical! Tony winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flagerty have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including “Horton the Elephant,” “The Cat in the Hat,” “Gertrude McFuzz,” “Lazy Mayzie,” and a little boy with a big imagination-Jojo in “Seussical.” The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos. Music and Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flagerty. Paradise Theatre presents “Seussical” on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm with an early show on Sunday at 3pm and a special dinner theater at 6pm on July 11. Visit www.paradisetheatre.org for more information. July 10-August 8 - CinemaGig Outdoors Movies in the Park. Mark your calendars for another great year of free summer movies in the park. Movies will take place at two locations in beautiful downtown Gig Harbor, Donkey Creek Park on Friday evening and Skansie Brothers Park on Saturday evening. Movies will start when it is dark enough and will be cancelled during rain or high wind. Bring chairs or blankets. The 2015 lineup for Cinema Gig Outdoor Movies in the Park featuring Friday Night Date Night and Saturday Night Family Night: July 10 - Space Balls July 11 - ET July 24 - Back to the Future July 25 - Frozen August 7 - Blackfish August 8 - Happy Feet

July 11 - Summer Kick-off BBQ. Hosted by Gig Harbor Family Dentistry and all proceeds will go directly to FISH food bank in Gig Harbor. We are having a BBQ with a bouncy house and our raffle prizes at 7116 Stinson Ave. All raffle tickets will be $1 donation with a chance to win the above prizes. We will also be accepting non-perishable goods to donate to the FISH food bank as well. Email gigharbor@live.com for more information. July 14 - Big Bang Boom. Big Bang Boom is a pop/rock music trio that plays parent-friendly children’s music. After 20 years touring clubs and playing parties, Chuck Folds (younger brother of Ben Folds), Steve Willard and Eddie Walker decided to expand their horizons and write kids’ music with a pop sensibility, aimed at being something that parents can enjoy and feel good about letting their kids listen to and see live. Concert will run from 7 to 8:30pm at Sehmel Homestead Park. July 18 - Chalk the Harbor. Children, families and adults are invited to decorate the sidewalks of the downtown waterfront. as the Waterfront Alliance provides free chalk along with Certificates of Award in the following categories: Kids, Family, High School, College Students, Adult, Group and Best Maritime-Nautical art. Harbor WildWatch will be at Skansie Brothers Park with their touch tanks and face painting will be available. Register on the day of the event from 10am to 2pm at either Skansie Brothers Park on Harborview Drive or the Anthony’s parking area in the Finholm District on N. Harborview Drive. Chalk the Harbor is sponsored by Peninsula Light Company. For more information call 253.514.0071.

PEN MET PARKS July 10-12, 17-19, 24-26 - PenMet Family Theater: Summer Play in the Park. An exciting adventure full of music and fun to be enjoyed by all under the stars. Join us for an enchanted evening on any one of the last three weekends in July for an outdoor production at the Amphitheater at Sehmel Homestead Park located at 10123 78th Ave NW. Showings are held outdoors on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at 7pm with ticket sales starting at 6pm. Families are invited to bring lawn chairs, picnic dinners, blankets, etc. to enjoy the show. A light concessions stand is available to purchase snacks and drinks throughout the show. Visit www.penmetparks.org for more information.

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July 9-10 - I AM GIG HARBOR. I AM GIG HARBOR is a two-day summer camp brought to you by a collaboration of four local nonprofit groups for children ages 7 to 12 years. The organizations wish to promote community pride and will focus on the rich heritage and commitment to keeping Gig Harbor healthy. Contact Elizabeth Langford with the Harbor History Museum at 253.858.6722 x222 or email elizabeth@harborhistorymuseum. org.

July 11 - 8th Annual Family Fun Festival. This year’s Family Fun Festival is a celebration of Penlight’s 90th Anniversary at Sehmel Homestead Park from 11am to 6pm! Live entertainment, inflatables, slides, petting zoo, climbing wall, games and activities, pony rides, train rides, local food, community vendors and much more. The festival is a FREE community event though some activities include a small fee and $2 per child suggestion donation for activities. Off-site parking with shuttle service every 15 minutes is available at the following locations: Meadow Parking off Sehmel Drive & 70th Ave NW Gig Harbor, WA 98332. Visit www.penmetparks.org for more information.

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August 1 - 18th Annual Cruise the Narrows Car Show. It’s official, the Marquee vehicle for the 2015 Cruise the Narrows Cars Show is the TriFive Chevy. In automobile parlance, Tri-Five refers to the 1955, 1956 and 1957 Chevrolet automobiles, in particular, the Bel Air, 150, 210 and Nomad. Revolutionary in their day, they spawned a cult following that exists in clubs, websites and even businesses that exclusively cater to the enthusiasts of the Tri-Five automobiles. All featured a front engine, rear-wheel drive layout. They remain some of the most popular years for collectors and hot rodders. The show will run from 9am to 3pm in the Gig Harbor Uptown Plaza. Visit www.gigharborcruisers.com for more details.

Upcoming Events August 4 - National Night Out. National Night Out is a community-wide block party designed to heighten crime prevention awareness and an enjoyable means to promote neighborhood spirit, build police-community partnerships and send a message to potential criminals letting them know we will not tolerate crime in our community. This fun community event will include a delicious free BBQ and live music at 3510 Grandview Street starting at 5pm. August 7-29 - HMS Pinafore. High spirits prevail aboard the HMS Pinafore as Little Buttercup distributes sweets and tobacco to the crew. Ralph Rackstraw’s mind, however, is on Josephine. He is in love with her even though she is socially unattainable. Unaware of his affection for her, Josephine is in love with Ralph but pride prevents her from revealing this because of his low station. Come enjoy Gilbert & Sullivan’s classic musical comedy with your entire family at the Paradise Theatre on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm with an early show on Sunday at 3pm and a special dinner theater at 6pm on the 22nd. Visit www.paradisetheatre.org for more information. August 8 - Dahlias. Come down to the Sehmel Homestead Park’s Demonstration Garden at 1pm as the Pierce County Master Gardeners show you how to winter your dahlia bulbs to produce beautiful flowers the next summer. For more information contact Kerrie Wilson at 253.798.6943. August 8 - Pawpalooza. Pawpalooza 2015 is a benefit to raise money for our not so lucky pups in our area. Enjoy live music all day at 135 Island Blvd. FI Fox Island, along with great food, raffles, family fun in the sun. Tacoma Humane Society for Pierce Co. Kistap Humane Society and Gig Harbor Fish food bank will be benefiting from this event.

August 9 - 23rd Annual All Ford & Mustang Roundup. Pierce County Mustang Club presents the 23rd Annual All Ford & Mustang Roundup at Griot’s Garage in Tacoma, Washington from 8am to 4pm. Visit www. piercecountymustangclub.com for more information.

August 14-16 - A Taste of Edmonds. This weekend is jam packed with fun for the whole family, check out the Arts & Crafts Vendors of all types, food vendors from near and far, a Beer and Wine Garden for the adults to enjoy, a Kids Area with rides and entertainment, not to mention three Stages of live music entertainment. Be sure to take advantage of the free Coldwell Banker Bain Shuttle Bus Service, park at the Edmonds-Woodway High School and be delivered right to the front gate. Visit atoeedmonds.homestead.com for more information. August 22 - 8th Annual Wedgwood/Chad Shanks Memorial Car Show. King Street Bar & Oven and The Wedgwood Broiler present the 8th Annual Wedgwood/ Chad Shanks Memorial Car Show from 10am to 4pm in the parking lot of the Wedgwood Broiler, 8230 35th Ave NE Seattle. All proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society.

Car Show has been an annual tradition for more than 30 years with an amazing assortment of over 1,000 vintage vehicles with additional collections of dolls, antiques, and other nostalgic memorabilia. Donations and proceeds from this event benefit the LeMay Family Collection Foundation in Tacoma. Visit www.lemaymarymount.org for more information. September 5 - Over the Narrows Half Marathon. From Gig Harbor across the bridge and back this is a day of fitness and fun for running enthusiasts and entire families. It starts with Over the Narrows, a chip-timed, 13.1-mile run offering spectacular views across the Tacoma Narrows Bridge and back; and recognition to top finishers. Funds raised will support various children’s organizations. For more information visit overthenarrows.com. September 12 - Harbor Hounds Walk the Town. The best four-legged friend event in town!! The Annual Harbor Hounds Charity Dog Walk benefits the Prison Pet Partnership, and the many charities supported by the Gig Harbor Midday Rotary Club. Enjoy a day of fun with neighbors, family and your furry best friend! For more information visit www.harborhounds.com.

August 22 - 23rd Annual Chevelle & El Camino Show. Celebrating 50 Years of the 1965 Chevelle & El Camino at Griot’s Garage, 3333 South 38th Street in Tacoma from 9am to 3pm. August 29 - 38th Annual LeMay Car Show. The LeMay

August 2 - Unleashed at Stadium Bowl 2015. The race will cover the entire Stadium Bowl, “weaving the stairs” by running up one staircase and down the other. Total steps climbed 814, total descended 814 for a grand total of 1,628 steps, and new this year, double the glory and the pain by running 3,256 steps! For more information visit www.unleashedatstadiumbowl.org.

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“Poverty is a very complicated issue, but feeding a child isn’t.” - Jeff Bridges

DID YOU KNOW? Over the past decades, Forward Edge and its volunteers have made a tremendous impact globally. Here are just some of the projects in which they have been involved: • During the 1980s, they built orphanages in both Guatemala and Nicaragua. Today those orphanages are places that hundreds of children call home. • In the 1990s, they built youth centers on the Crow Reservation in Montana and the White Mountain Apache Reservation in Arizona. • For over three decades, they have provided health care to thousands in both Latin America and Africa. • In 1992 they assisted with providing emergency aid to the those affected by Hurricane Andrew in Florida. • In 1999, following Hurricane Mitch, they helped to rebuild a village in Nicaragua. • When the Balkan war destroyed homes of widows and orphans in Kosovo, Forward Edge helped to repair those homes.

here are no suitable words to give appropriate depiction to the undeniably fervent patriotic American spirit. America is a society of neighbors helping neighbors whether it’s a local community or abroad. We are still a country that overflows with compassion and goodness; simple, everyday people are generating a massive shift toward resolving global hunger. Shortly after I graduated from my university, I seized an opportunity to move to the Midwest to be closer to family. It was endearing to experience the culture of “Minnesota Nice” and their effort to utilize food as both an offering for celebration and as an expression of condolence. In Minnesota, no one leaves a baptism, wedding or a funeral feeling hungry. It is unquestionable that Americans love to feed people. It is a humble act of kindness

that comes genuinely from the heart as an expression of love in its purest condition. Annually, the International Food Policy Research Institute publishes the Global Hunger Index (GHI). The road to ample nutrition is long and winding; nearly 805 million people do not have enough to eat on a regular basis. A fifth of the world is estimated to still exist in extreme poverty and survives on roughly on a dollar a day. Thanks to the compassionate works of innumerable volunteers and organizations such as Second Harvest, Forward Edge and Trigo y Miel (Wheat and Honey), global hunger is being addressed. The United States is neither immune nor free from matters of poverty and hunger. Since the economic upheaval in 2008, more Americans have been unable to put ample food on the table. Approximately 50 million

• When an act of terror struck our country on September 11, 2001, Forward Edge fed and prayed with rescue workers at Ground Zero in New York City. • Since the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, Forward Edge volunteers have been a constant presence helping to repair homes and churches throughout Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama.

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Americans (about 1 in 7) are considered “food insecure,” which means that access to food in unstable because of money or other reasons. Many who are affected are either single parent families or those working in trade industries impacted by corporate outsourcing. The United States Census Bureau indicates that 20 million Americans live in extreme poverty, which is defined as a family of four living on $10,000 a year or less. That equates to a little over $27 a day for the family and $6.75 for each individual member. To put it into perspective, the average American consumer spent $94 per day in 2014. Feeding people as an act of compassion can be seen in presumably every community in this nation. The Second Harvest mobile food bank demonstrates quintessential evidence of considerate Americans coming to the aid of their neighbors. Each month, the Second Harvest food trucks deliver more than 2 million pounds of free food. They partner with local grocery stores and growers to distribute fresh ingredients to those most vulnerable and in need. Second Harvest can be found in parking lots across the nation handing out boxes of fresh produce, meat and quality grains. There is no income verification requirement, just an entourage of eager volunteers ready to fill and carry boxes. America’s aspiration to serve the hungry doesn’t end within the confines of its own perimeter. Forward Edge is a Christian Organization based out of Vancouver, Washington with a premise of servanthood. Its founder, Joseph

Anfuso, took the philosophy of “get out of the pews and put faith into action” with a mantra of “Ordinary People, Extraordinary Purpose.” Since its inception in 1983, Forward Edge and its sister organizations have placed volunteers throughout the world to provide relief and hope. They have sent over 10,000 volunteers throughout the United States and into 34 countries. Of those sister organizations, Trigo y Miel in Oaxaca, Mexico (pronounced w∂-HAH’-k∂), is an integral player in the dissolution of hunger.

throughout the world, but global disparity irrefutably rests with the poor. Many lack ample access to food, clean water, health care and education. Jobs can be extremely limited and trades, such as masonry, are saturated industries. Many children do not make it past a third grade level of education, as poverty necessitates the need for all family members to participate in the contribution of income. Only 14 percent of children in Oaxaca will move beyond the eighth grade. Oaxaca has been referenced as a desperate and abandoned place.

The city of Oaxaca has a population of approximately 1 million residents and surpasses the global norm for poverty and hunger. Nearly three quarters of its residents are living in extreme destitution. Twenty-two out of 1,000 children will die before the age of one year primarily because of the dire conditions. Trigo y Miel sits at the edge of the city and operates as a feeding facility for more than 80 children multiple times during the week. Its founders, Victor and Lety Velasco and longterm missionaries Tom and Wendy Hogan work tirelessly to assist the local children and their mothers. Some children walk many miles to Trigo y Miel for what may be their only meal of the day.

The directors of Trigo y Miel had moved to Oaxaca with the objective of building a church. In the early stages, it became evident that they were being urged in the direction of serving and feeding children. They devised a holistic ministry that encompassed four principles of meeting the needs of the children: physical, intellectual, social and spiritual. Victor and

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They devised a holistic ministry that encompassed four principles of meeting the needs of the children: physical, intellectual, social and spiritual.

In that moment when the children made their way through the entrance, and I saw their little smiling faces, I felt a sense of pride that our work would be of value. Lety deemed that they could not sustain Trigo y Miel independently and began to develop a relationship with Forward Edge. Volunteers are placed regularly to assist at Trigo y Miel. Additionally, it has opened the opportunity for sponsorship of the children. One year ago, five friends and I made the decision to work as short-term missionaries through Forward Edge and to serve at Trigo y Miel. Prior to our departure, we attempted to acquaint ourselves vicariously with the local culture and language. You really can’t prepare for something of this nature. I felt consumed by anxiety as I boarded the plane to Mexico. I am a believer that if it breaks your heart, seek change. Hungry kids break my heart, and so I found myself on a plane to Oaxaca unable to surmise the outcome of my venture. In those initial moments before meeting the children and their mothers, I felt an uprising of panic in my throat like a new kid at school. Would they accept us? How would we communicate effectively? The key strategy I did was that I attempted to learn the language. I once heard a long term missionary give a talk on his experience. He said, “I’m just a beggar trying to show another beggar where the food is.” I’m just a neighbor trying to help another neighbor. Essentially, at our core, we are the same; each of us trying to find our way in a vast and hurting world. In that moment when the children made their way through the entrance, and I saw their little smiling faces, I felt a sense of pride that our work would be of value. Maybe we couldn’t reach all of them but reaching one could make all the difference.

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I am a huge proponent of unabridged giving; offer generously and surrender the outcome. Most Americans seem to have an eagerness to serve in the journey of the betterment of humanity; however, our greatest efforts to curb hunger can seem futile without addressing the underlying issues of poverty. The dilemma and cycle of poverty are extraordinarily complex. It is relatively easy to feed another human being but an entirely different entity to bring them out of the cycle of poverty. Very few that are impoverished actually make a conscious choice to remain poor. It is a bilateral condition divided between circumstance and mindset. Education and trade serve as the ultimate remedy to foster resolution for such a complex matter. Change disembarks so slowly, and its impact is rarely instantaneous. However, we know that it can be done. It is no secret that Mexico’s education system is in a state of turbulence. Chaos within the pedagogical infrastructure and lack of resources put it into perspective as of why so many students are not thriving. The same correlations that are found in Mexico between poverty and lack of education are universal; the United States experiences a similar outcome. The graduation rate in the U.S. is at a record high, but there still is substantial room from growth. Despite major education reform, roughly 20

percent of American students do not graduate from high school. Not surprisingly, the data collected indicates that our highest dropout rates occur in our most economically deficient areas. Where there is poverty, there is lack of education. Where there is lack of education, there is poverty. We are caught on the circle of a vicious wheel for which there seems to be no end. Trigo y Miel is progressing in the right direction as there are strict requirements for the children that receive sponsorship and attend the program. A fundamental prerequisite is that children must remain in school to continue service. This organization has made great effort to provide ample tutoring for students and is striving to build a quality school to be staffed with proficient educators. Additionally, Trigo y Miel offers opportunities for the acquisition of skills to support the concept of trade and sustainable income for the mothers. It is said that the women of Oaxaca have been cast aside and are treated as second class citizens. Through immense effort, Trigo y Miel was able to build a fully functioning kitchen that serves the dual purpose of preparing the meals for the children and can be operated as a bakery. Victor’s history as a baker gave rise to the notion of allowing the mothers to use the kitchen to create and sell items to yield income. As the women learn and grow, they are becoming progressively more

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Not long ago, “American wine” was synonymous with “California wine.” Napa and Sonoma counties dominated the market, bolstered by tremendous grape crops and wine-making along California’s central coast, central valley and the southern coast and foothills of the Sierra Nevada. While California still leads (by a wide margin) wine production in the United States, the wine market has changed and expanded, and Washington is now ranked as the second largest premium wine producer in the country, crafting nationally and internationally award-winning wines in a wide range of varieties. Wine Industry Growth In Washington Located along the same latitude as Bordeaux and Burgundy, two of the famed wine growing regions of France, Washington has developed its own respected wine regions. Over 350 wine grape growers have established themselves in the state, growing more than 40 varietals on 50 thousand acres for 850-plus wineries. Production of red wine leads whites by about 6 percent. Another delicious statistic: In 2014, the wine grape harvest broke records with 227,000 tons. That is more than double the 2005 yield, and more than six times greater than twenty years ago. What does all of this production mean for consumers? Choice. Old favorites Riesling

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and Chardonnay are shelved beside more exotic options such as Siegerrebe and MüllerThurgau; Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot rest alongside Nebbiolo and Mourvèdre. Specific grapes and wine-making techniques result in an exquisite array of flavors from delicate to bold, floral to spicy and everything in between. Bart Fawbush, owner and winemaker at Bartholomew Winery in Seattle, comments, “Most people walk into a store or restaurant and order Chardonnay, it may be the only grape they know. There are some amazing Chardonnays out there, but there are some other incredible white wines; Viognier, Aligoté, Gewürztraminer, if people were to try them with food it would blow their minds.” His top seller is Rose of Carmenere and the other blends with Carmenere grapes, which he suggests pairing with Indian food, and Viognier with spicy foods. Fortunately, variety and quality go handin-hand in our state. Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, and Wine and Spirits Magazine sing the praises of Washington wines, ranking many on their “best of ” lists. Considering that these journals individually review from 14 to 18 thousand wines per year from all over the globe, the competition is daunting. In 2014, six of our state’s wineries made Wine and Spirits Magazine’s list of the top 100 in the world. Washington wines show up with increasing frequency on lists such as the Top 100 Wines

of the Year, Top 100 Most Exciting Wines, and others. Washington wines are also a great value. Fawbush adds, “If you were to compare price versus points given to Washington wines — points awarded by Wine Enthusiast and Wine Spectator —if you compare Washington’s high

With the boom in wineries, it is no surprise that you don’t have to travel far to wet your palate with a wide range of wines. end wines with wines anywhere else in the world, in that quality or points to price ratio, we’re the best value in the world.” How Do I Pick The Right Wine? What you’ll enjoy of course depends on your individual tastes, and great-tasting wines come to suit a wide range of budgets. Advice

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and recommendations are easily found both online and in stores, with many shops posting consumer friendly descriptive labels and notes highlighting flavor profiles, food pairings, and awards. Megan Ayers of Chateau Ste. Michelle, the state’s oldest winery, suggests pairing Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley Pinot Gris with an afternoon summer picnic of cold fried chicken and fruit; and for a July evening barbeque of marinated T-bone steak and asparagus, serve Chateau Ste. Michelle Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon. But keep in mind that the best way to match wine to your personal preferences is to taste it! Where Are The Vineyards? With the boom in wineries, it is no surprise that you don’t have to travel far to wet your palate with a wide range of wines. The most productive vineyard regions are Yakima Valley, Walla Walla and Columbia Valley, followed by Puget Sound, Columbia Gorge, and Willamette Trough. There are currently 13 official American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) in the state. Most towns along the Puget Sound have urban wineries, tasting rooms and wine bars. Try Arista Wine Cellars in Edmonds; North City Bistro and Wine Shop in Shoreline; Welcome Road Winery, Omnivore Cellars, Bartholomew

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Winery, Viscon Cellars and more in Seattle; Gingko Forest Winery Tasting and 21 Cellars Winery in Tacoma; The Wine Studio and Morso in Gig Harbor. But to really get an understanding of what goes into a good wine along with a feel for vineyard life, there is nothing like touring wine country! Take advantage of well-schooled tasting room staff, who in most cases will “meet you where you’re at” with wine knowledge - novice or sommelier. Many vineyards offer summer concerts and events. Looking for a retreat? Try Cave B Estate Winery and Resort near Quincy, with acres of vineyards, an amphitheatre, an inn, standalone guest houses and yurts, fine dining and spa, not to mention delectable vino. Small vineyards can be a refreshing delight; try gregarious Wineglass Cellars in Yakima Valley, just awarded Double Gold for their 2009 Cabernet and 2009 Capizimo (and two other golds as well!) by Seattle Wine Awards. Explore Local Wine This Summer Summer is a great time to enjoy Washington wines. Uncork a bottle with visiting friends; give wine as gifts during your travels. Try new varieties and pairings with fresh farmstand foods. Keep a wine journal handy to jot down notes and track your favorites. Share your comments with the winemakers. Most of all, enjoy!

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The Sugar Solution IT’S SIMPLE! (IT’S JUST NOT EASY.)

BY TERESA PESCE.

This column is dedicated to the middle-aged among us, lost in society’s Bermuda Triangle between being young and being “older,” acknowledged only by ads selling them cosmetics to make them look young again and comfort bras to ease the inevitable triumph of gravity. Are You Hungry All the Time? If you are, you know what I mean. You feel vaguely hungry all the time, as if you “could eat something,” although not necessarily a whole meal. You snack and graze, and it just doesn’t seem to stop that vague hunger. In my experience, the hunger culprit is sugar. It temporarily fulfills our hunger so we don’t eat good food, but it disappoints our body by not giving it the nutrients it needs. Once your poor body has rummaged through the latest deposit of sugar and not found anything to meet its nutritional needs, it sends another hunger

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signal! So we eat more sugar. It’s a vicious circle. We also have to eat in order to balance the after-sugar energy drop, thus eating more times a day than we ordinarily would. Sugar is a hard habit to break, but nothing can change your energy, your mood and your body like going off sugar. But let’s just say you give me sad puppy eyes, and say you’re willing to eat better and exercise, but you just can’t give up sugar. I would tell you I know a secret about sugar and insulin. And if you knew this secret, it might change your body and your life. Ready?

When you stop eating sugar, your body receives a message that it’s okay to release stored fat. When you stop eating sugar, you lose weight you never thought you’d lose, and it feels effortless because all you did was stop eating sugar! You don’t feel as if you’re working very hard to lose weight. When you eat sugar, your body responds with insulin to digest it. Insulin sends the message, “Keep the stored fat, folks. We’ve got plenty of energy coming in.” So what happens when you stop eating sugar? Insulin sends this glorious, wonderful message: “It’s okay to release those fat resources now! We need them.” The weight begins to melt away. Even those last stubborn stuck-on-your-thighs pounds melt away! When I went off sugar, I proceeded to drop five pounds below my high school weight! I kid you not. Processed sugar is not good. It does things you don’t want done. It keeps you hungry. It makes your body hold onto fat, in spite of your efforts to diet and exercise. We should put up a poster of a sugar packet, with a sub-head: “Wanted - for Crimes Against the Body.” Do you want to look seriously fantastic? Seriously get off of sugar.

temptation we should resist more often than we do. For some of us, sugar is addictive. Some people can almost marinate themselves in alcohol and never become addicted to it. Others can’t. If you hesitate or quibble or dodge the subject of getting off sugar, consider that it is actually addictive, and your faithfulness to it may mean you have a problem only solvable by complete avoidance of sugar. Sorry. No, I really am! I have gone completely off sugar a few times now and always relapsed. I’m here to tell you that it’s just like they say in Alcoholics Anonymous (substituting “cookie” for “drink”): “One cookie is too much and a thousand aren’t enough.” People who mincingly munch a cookie and then stop, have no idea how the rest of us can eat our way, slice by slice, through an entire pie or tray of brownies in one sitting. But we can. We don’t have a satiety signal; nothing says, “stop.” Everything says, “go.” We build up a high tolerance. It can lead to diabetes just as surely as alcohol can cause cirrhosis of the liver.

Sugar When you stop eating sugar, your body receives a message that it’s okay to release stored fat.

BELOW Keeping sugar out of our diet will result in increased energy and weight loss.

In addressing the roller coaster ride of insulin rushes, sugar is the driver. In addressing the worrisome ability to consume vast amounts of sweet stuff, sugar is the drug. In either case, I recommend we pause, reconsider, and perhaps cross sugar off our grocery list.

The Serious Side of Sugar For some of us, sugar isn’t a cute little

Processed sugar is not good. It does things you don’t want done. It keeps you hungry.

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Walking, Stress and Gum Disease GETTING ENOUGH SLEEP CAN MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT ON ORAL HEALTH.

BY DR. RHONDA SAVAGE, DDS.

It’s no surprise that inactivity is associated with the increased risk of early death as well as heart disease and cancer. But did you know that the health of your gums and bone can be affected by stress or lack of sleep? Unhealthy stress and inadequate REM (rapid eye movement - the deepest level of sleep) sleep can affect your body’s resistance to the bacteria that cause periodontal disease. What can you do? Walk! A 12-year study by University of Cambridge found that the risk of premature death declined 16 to 30 percent when a person who is sedentary becomes moderately active. It doesn’t take much: 20 minutes a day can have a substantial health benefit. Exercise helps you sleep better and can reduce stress. When you sleep better, your body has the chance to stabilize hormone and enzyme levels, plus eliminate toxins. In addition, the physical activity can help with deeper sleep patterns. However, if you’re snoring or have sleep apnea, I’d recommend a sleep study for a diagnosis. Walking will help you sleep better, but if you’re not getting enough oxygen at night, you’ll find losing weight is difficult to accomplish. Plus snoring, in and of itself, disturbs your sleep and the sleep of others.

After the at home sleep study, read by a board certified sleep physician, you can meet with a dentist who is specially trained to discuss treatment options and connect you with the best resources. For mild to moderate sleep apnea, an oral appliance can be a comfortable, effective solution. It’s also a viable option for those who cannot adjust to wearing a C-PAP appliance. What else can you do improve the health of your gums, bone and teeth, in addition to walking and better sleep? Use a Sonicare brush, the AirFloss by Philips Sonicare, and have regular dental cleanings. Make sure you know what your “pocket depths” are around your teeth and your options for treatment. I utilize Oral DNA for testing resistant bacteria to find the right treatment, scientifically, versus a shot-gun approach. You don’t have to lose your teeth. The bacteria from periodontal disease can circulate thru your body, causing inflammation. The bacteria have been found in the brain, in the prostate and in the blood vessels surrounding the heart. Making small changes can improve your health.

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The Cost of Being Sick CHIROPRACTIC CARE - A JOURNEY TO WELLNESS. BY DR. JOE TESSENDORF.

In the 14th Century “Black Death,” also known as “The Black Plague,” killed roughly 30 percent of the European population. But what if I was to tell you we are facing the greatest threat today? Chronic illness in today’s society is now killing 80 percent of the industrial world. We as a human species have literally become the sickest species on the planet. Never in history has a species suffered so much illness, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, obesity, infertility and the list goes on. Chronic illness is the leading cause of personal, corporate and government debt and bankruptcy. By 2017 chronic illness will cost 4.3 trillion dollars in the U.S. alone. This represents nearly 8 million dollars per minute. Chronic illness is responsible for up to 91 days of lost productivity, per employee, per year and nine days of absenteeism per employee, per year. Since 1900 rates of chronic illness have risen exponentially while our genes have remained virtually unchanged. Remember, success leaves clues. How can we ever get the right answers if we don’t ask the right questions? So what questions should we be asking? Instead of asking how to diagnose and treat the symptom, we need to be asking why are we getting so sick and what do we need to do to get and stay healthy. The reasons traditional researchers and clinicians have not asked or answered these questions is not due to a lack of caring, intelligence or effort. It is due to the gene-centric sickness and treatment paradigm. We as clinicians and people need to shift towards a more accurate lifestyle-

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centric wellness and prevention paradigm. The greatest determining factor in your overall health and wellness is lifestyle choices. So who is your health and wellness coach source? From where are people getting lifestyle advice? Is it scientifically sound or dogmatically biased? For example, did you know the RDA amounts on the back of every label are the minimum amount necessary, not the amount necessary to be sufficient and pure? Did you know grains (the base of our food pyramid!) are acid, leach calcium and phosphorus from your bones, and spike stress hormones like cortisol that negatively affect your health? Documented benefits of a brisk 30 minute walk daily include: reducing risk of breast cancer up to 60 percent, preventing up to 50 percent of all stroke deaths, prevent up to 50 percent of colon cancer, prevent 91 percent of cases of obesity and type II diabetes and the list goes on. What pill, drug, or surgery could ever compete with that? How much does a walk cost? How many lives could it save? Beyond any financial burden or fiscal number, the greatest cost of being sick is loss of quality and quantity of years. Take health into your hands today, live it to its greatest potential. Chiropractic is not about creaks and strains, eeks and pains. It is a health, wellness and preventative encompassing form of care. Start dictating your health today, so your health doesn’t dictate your lifestyle tomorrow.

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Rejuvenating the Brain YOUR BRAIN DOES WHAT WHILE YOU’RE SLEEPING? BY GLORIA GILBÉRE, CDP, DA HOM, PHD, DSC, ECOERGONOMIST, WHOLISTIC REJUVENIST, HTMA PRACTITIONER. Sleep deficit you chalk-off as “no big deal” actually creates a decreasing tolerance within your body and brain with dangerous implications that are more than tired and sleepy daytime symptoms. Underlying causes of sleep disorders are as diverse as individuals, but the consequences are now scientifically linked to cognitive decline, memory loss, brain-fog, premature aging and even Alzheimer’s disease. Brain FACTS • Your brain clears toxins – it does NOT sleep. Parts of it actually get more active at night than during the day. According to brain researcher, P.M. Doraiswamy, M.D., at Duke University, a newly discovered drainage system, called the glymphatic system, goes to work processing and clearing out the brain’s toxins 10 times more than when we’re awake. A primary protein actively recycled during sleep is responsible for creating amyloid plaque – a marker of Alzheimer’s, though not the only cause. • Researchers state that chronic sleep deprivation (less than seven to eight hours of regenerative sleep) can lead to irreversible brain damage! A study found that extended wakefulness injures neurons essential for alertness and cognitive functions – and that damage can be permanent. The studies also showed that short sleep cycles are also linked to a shrinking brain. In addition, studies showed that chemicals secreted during deeper sleep are vital for repairing the body and brain.

destruction of these cells. • University of Pennsylvania studies found that prolonging wakefulness damages a type of brain cell called locus ceruleus (LC) neurons that play important roles in keeping us alert and awake. Keep in mind that long-term sleep deprivation saps the brain of its power even after many days of sleep recovery. More recent studies shined a bright light of concern about brain changes from sleep deprivation showing disruptions in gene function that can affect overall metabolism, inflammation, and autoimmune disease risk to the body and vital detox for the brain. The Centers for Disease and Prevention (CDC) reported sleep deprivation is now an epidemic in the U.S. Is it any wonder disorders like fibromyalgia and other inflammatory disorders are also an epidemic? The body AND brain need time to rejuvenate. Get professional help to identify any underlying causes now or you’ll be forced to once a life-altering disorder develops. There ARE effective non-drug options to get you stress less restorative sleep. Consult your natural health provider. Dr. Gilbére is Founder/CEO Institute for Wholistic Rejuvenation, an acclaimed author of 18 books, syndicated talk-show host for nine years, creator of eight postgraduate courses and author of 1,700+ health articles. She consults worldwide via telephone/Skype and in Gig Harbor. Visit: www.gloriagilbere.com or call 888.352.8175.

• Your brain does its work of archiving memories from all that stimuli – auditory, visual and neurosensory – like a hard drive in your computer. AND it cannot do its job adequately on four to five hours’ sleep. Memory tests prove it.

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As the weather continues to heat up, many of us are looking to slim down and get the most out of our workouts. But choosing the best exercises is only one part of the fitness equation. To maximize results, try these nutritious and energizing pre- and postworkout fixes to fuel your body and keep you going. Before a Workout Overnight Oats. Oatmeal is filled with fiber, so it’ll gradually release carbs into your bloodstream and help you maintain a steady stream of energy throughout your workout. To make overnight oats, just mix 1/2 cup rolled oats with one cup of your favorite milk and let them soak in the fridge overnight. Then top with your favorite nuts, fruits or yogurt, and enjoy! Raisins. A new study shows that raisins work just as well as sports gels as a natural way to fuel your muscles. Aim for two tablespoons — or about 30 to 40 raisins. Pomegranate Juice. A recent study found that healthy compounds in pomegranate juice, called polyphenols, may help decrease muscle soreness.

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After a Workout Tuna. To get the protein your body needs to repair muscles after a vigorous sweat session, try StarKist Tuna Creations. The pouches come in a variety of flavors, like sweet and spicy and Ranch, and all are 110 calories or less. Each provides 12 to 16 grams of protein and is a natural source of omega-3s fats, which may decrease the amount of fat your body stores and have been linked to decreased muscle soreness. Latte. Believe it or not, this coffee shop treat is a refreshing option after exercise. Milk is the secret ingredient, since it has both the protein and carbohydrates your body craves postworkout. Green Smoothie. A new study found that a healthy compound in leafy green vegetables helps muscles work more efficiently. In a blender, puree one cup of leafy greens, eight ounces of low-fat milk and 1/2 cup frozen unsweetened berries. Last, but certainly not least, drinking plenty of water is vital. If you’re not fully hydrated, you’ll get tired faster and increase your risk of injury. Aim to drink about 8 to 16 ounces during a 30-minute workout.

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Whether you are looking for a small plate to a full meal, Gig Harbor has plenty of tasty options to choose from and great locations for beautiful views of the harbor.

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Voted best Mexican Restaurant in South Sound Magazine for 2014! Since 1978, Moctezuma’s has been the favorite of those seeking authentic Mexican food and award winning Margaritas. Come visit our Gig Harbor location and enjoy our Tequila Bar for daily happy hour specials and an array of delicious appetizers. 4628 Pt. Fosdick Drive NW 253.851.8464 moctezumas.com

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Gather Ingredients • 6 halved and pitted apricots • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 6-oz. container Simply Artisan Reserve Feta Cheese Crumbles • 1 tablespoon Instantly Fresh Mint • 1 lb. washed and shredded kale • 1/3 cup Litehouse Organic Raspberry Lime Vinaigrette • ½ pint raspberries • ½ cup Marcona almonds

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2. Grill apricots for approximately 3 – 4 minutes with the grill lid up. When softening and caramelizing, flip apricots over and place approximately one tablespoon of feta cheese crumbles in center and sprinkle with mint. Heat on grill for approximately one more minute or until cheese is warming. Remove apricots from grill and set aside. 3. In large bowl, toss kale with salad dressing, massaging a bit with your fingers to soften leaves. The kale holds up well and can be dressed a few hours earlier, or even overnight, with favorable results. 4. Place dressed kale on serving platter and top with apricots, raspberries, almonds and remaining feta cheese crumbles. SCAN THE QR CODE ABOVE TO GO TO THE RECIPE ONLINE.

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Humbled in Humboldt County The majesty of the giant redwoods. Article by Jessica Herbig. If you’ve never been, a trip from Oregon to California on Highway 101 can’t be missed. But it’s not for the faint of heart. The original highway was built to curve its way through the redwoods, so if you have motion sickness, take precautions. It’s all worth it though to see giant redwoods up close and personal. Humboldt County is called California’s Redwood Coast. It is home to the tallest and largest stands of old growth redwoods, including the tree called Hyperion, the world’s tallest tree at 379 feet. To put that in perspective, it’s nearly six stories taller than the Statue of Liberty. One of the more well known sections of the drive is through the Avenue of the Giants. This area, along with the area known as Humboldt Redwoods State Park, preserve half of the remaining virgin redwood forests. Avenue of the Giants is a 31-mile stretch of scenic highway that parallels Highway 101 outside of Eureka. If you exit on this section, there are a few places through the drive that you can cut back over to the coast and get back onto Highway 101. You can enter the Avenue of the Giants from Pepperwood in the north and Phillipsville in the south. Make time to hike the trails in this area, explore the historic towns, drive through the three drive-thru-trees and possibly set

up camp along the Eel River in this area. The Avenue winds through the Rockefeller Forest, which is the largest remaining single stand of old-growth redwoods. You might also catch a glimpse of the Roosevelt Elk Herds in this area. By 1912, only 124 Roosevelt Elk remained in the area, but after the creation of an elk refuge in the Prairie Creek Redwood State Park, they are common once again. Everything in this area is majestic and seems a little larger than life. Another must-do on the list of scenic drives down Highway 101 is the Lost Coast Loop, great for motorcycles or cars. It’s a half or full-day detour that samples the Lost Coast, considered the longest stretch of wilderness beaches in the continental United States. You’ll connect with the loop outside of Ferndale and head to Cape Mendocino to reach the shore. You’ll be wowed by the impressive vistas, deserted beaches and tidal pools. Heading south you’ll see the site of the state’s first oil wells in Petrolia before looping back up to Highway 101. Highway 101 has some great hikes and over 100 miles of scenic beach front for you to enjoy. Agate Beach, Black Sands Beach, Trinidad State Beach and Clam Beach are four great options as you work your way south.

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