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Great commercial building locaaon in the heart of Sandpoint, Idaho. This building has been the home of Mountain Sky Prinnng for over 30 years and has served the owners well with a high traffic count locaaon and 17 parking spaces available for their customers. In Sandpoint, that is a real advantage over most locaaons that require on street parking! In its current configuraaon, the building offers 5 nice office locaaons, as well as a large 18'5" X 12'10" public entry / office lobby & waiing room area. On the back side of the building on the main floor is a 9' X 11' break area not included in office space count, and a bathroom. On the basement level, although unfinished, there is a completely workable area for other than public access type of work space and plenty of storage area. Don't miss this opportunity for a commercial building in the busy Sandpoint corridor! Zoning allows for residennal use if a business is ssll run from this locaaon. Inquire for more informaaon.

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DECEMBER 2020 VOLUME 10 NUMBER 12

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ecember marks the final month of 2020—a year that has most certainly changed us all, and ultimately has made us stronger. Stronger individuals.

Stronger families. Stronger employees.

Stronger members of our communities. As we reflect on this eventful year filled with what, at the beginning of 2020, would have seemed unimaginable, we must not focus our attention on what was, but what is and what will be.

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This month marks a joyous time of year; the birth of our Lord. For Christians, no matter their denomination, it is a time of hope and a faith in a brighter future. This year, more than ever, as we celebrate His birth, may we remember His life was one filled with sacrifice and hardship. Take solace in knowing that we do not know what the future holds, but that we can make the most of even those most difficult trials.

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CHRISTMAS IN SANDPOINT IS TRULY A MAGICAL TIME OF YEAR. The beauty of the fresh fallen snow glistening from the trees and mountaintops while creating a winter wonderland across the land for all to enjoy ignites smiles, laughter and memories. Relish in the joy this holiday season brings, forgetting your troubles, even if just for a day, and take a moment to reflect on how fortunate we are to call Sandpoint home. Merry Christmas!

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BU S IN E S S S P OT LIG H T Carousel Emporium and Creations Toy Store: Fashions, gifts, toys and more!

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Kinderhaven Invites You to the Tour of Trees: Annual fundraiser offers a different approach but with the same purpose

Running With a Passion: Despite this year’s challenges, cross-country teams take eighth straight regional team titles

Sandpoint Skate Scene: Big plans to expand available skate terrain

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Apex Tree Service & Snow Removal: Your tree service and snow removal experts

A North Idaho Christmas: Options abound for seasonal fun

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HE ALT H & LIF E S T YL E Tips and informational articles about living a healthy, active lifestyle

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H O L IDAY E NTE RTAINING 101 Bring some excitement into your home this season

FOOD & DR INK Your local guide to the tastiest hot spots around town

ART S & E NT E RTAINMEN T Don’t miss out on these seasonal events and fun community happenings

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The Warmth and Love of Tradition

OLD FAVORITES SPARK HAPPY MEMORIES

By Nikki Luttmann, Seven Bee Interiors For Sandpoint Furniture, Carpet One and Selkirk Glass and Cabinets

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hat a year this has been. As I write this, my family and I are in quarantine due to COVID-19, which struck our household, kids and all. This year, I’ve written several articles on the importance of home as a place of shelter and respite in our hectic lives. At no time has that been more evident than in 2020, with the pandemic, wildfires, murder hornets and the contentious presidential election. Whoa. Many of us may be feeling too tired to celebrate, which is understandable, but I believe a little celebration is in order. It’s time to celebrate our families, our community and the possibility of a fresh start that 2021 brings.

Christmas decorating and traditions have always been a bit of a passion of mine. As children, my sister and I always had new crafts going, encouraged by our artistic mother to create gifts for people, ornaments for our tree and décor for the house. We spent hours beading, drawing, creating (one year even doing stained glass) in preparation for the Christmas season. As I got older, I’ve loved collecting things that help my kids see the holiday through the lens of family tradition and the meaning

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of togetherness. However, this has always been tempered by my designer instincts, as I like things to look a “certain way.”

One of my first experiences with decorating on a massive scale was up at a destination ski resort, where I somehow got put in charge of doing the Christmas decorations for the village and lodge lobbies. I was thrilled! I carefully chose oversize baubles and bows, colors carefully coordinated with the theme of each hotel, and dutifully set up trees, tied ribbons, hung wreaths and placed pre-wrapped packages under each tree. It was beautiful—magazine worthy even. But, it lacked soul. It didn’t have the joyous, family centric, haphazard feel that embodies the spirit of the holiday season.

I love it when the stockings hung by the fireplace with care are well worn and have been loved for many past Christmases. When the ornaments on the tree each tell a story or prompt a remembrance. When the Christmas cookies are displayed proudly on a chipped, but well-loved, inherited tray.

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“I love it when the stockings hung by the fireplace with care are well worn and have been loved for many past Christmases.”

Now, that doesn’t mean that we can’t invest in some new pieces—I’d never say that; I’m a designer, after all. Changing things up is in my blood! But, keeping some traditions alive while bringing in a new faux-fur throw or spectacular lamp is always a good idea. Mixing the old with the new is how we balance out our lives and our homes.

For our family, celebrating means a warm glow in the fireplace, lights on the Christmas tree and having good friends over for treats and toddies.

This year, I’ve talked about forgoing our usual traditional Christmas ornaments and investing in something different. I’d love to do all white Christmas décor, simplifying the look to make it more understated and elegant. However, I know the girls will want to bring out their triedand-true favorites; the ornaments that make us smile and the colorful stockings that speak to their personalities. These are our Christmas traditions, and while they may not always be the most beautiful, they certainly are the ones that warm our hearts this time of year.

So, this Christmas, when it comes to decorating, don’t aim for perfection.

Instead, celebrate the past that has made our today possible, with all its imperfections. And by all means, let’s welcome 2021 together!

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The following is one of our family’s favorite Christmas cookies: Lonnie’s Raspberry Roll-Ups. Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter 8 oz. cream cheese 2 cups flour 1 tsp. salt raspberry jam Method: Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Blend room-temperature butter and cream cheese until smooth. Add flour and salt. Mix well. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes. Roll out on a floured surface to ¼-inch thick. Cut into 2-inch by 4-inch triangles and place a dollop of jam on each, before folding the ends of the triangle in, forming a loose roll. Place on a cookie sheet, cover loosely with foil, and bake until golden (10 to 12 minutes).

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TEACHER OF THE MONTH

By Colin Anderson

Pat Lynch Sandpoint Middle School Woodworking and STEAMWORKS

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at Lynch is well-known around Sandpoint Middle School, having spent 24 of his 25 years as an educator within its walls. Pat teaches woodworking and also a class he designed called STEAMWORKS, which incorporates Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. “The most rewarding part of my job is that I have this amazing opportunity to teach my courses that apply these skill sets in a real-world project-based environment,” he said.

One such real-world application was recently completed with the help of many at the school.

Pat was challenged to create a safe and functional environment for a student with spina bifida, who spends much of his time in a wheelchair. “My wife, Meredith, an occupational therapist who works for the school district, helped me design and build a specialized mobile platform with a seat that this student could use so he could functionally and safely use many power tools,” explained Pat. A wheelchair ramp was also installed in Pat’s portable classroom, allowing the student to fully participate in his woodworking and STEAMWORKS classes. “His work ethic and perseverance lifted him above his physical challenges to enjoy being creative and productive,” said Pat.

realistically complete. He is also committed to keeping his students safe so they can remain learning in-person five days a week.

“I enforce the wearing of masks strongly and try to model proper use of the mask,” he said. “I hate it as much as the kids, but I tell them, realistically, ‘This is our best shot at staying in school.’”

His STEAMWORKS class challenges students in many areas, some of which are quite difficult. He incorporates his personal life motto, ‘Work Hard – Play Hard,’ into his lessons, especially when students might be struggling with a particular concept.

“Working hard means that we will attempt many new challenges in life and fail— maybe fail repeatedly. I try to reinforce that through many attempts we can rise above failure and find success,” said Pat.

"I try to reinforce that through many attempts we can rise above failure and find success.”

Like his peers, Pat has had to adjust to changes at Sandpoint Middle School this year. The new 45-minute class time altered the number of projects that students can

Students in Pat’s classes can use these skill sets to build practical and functional projects, and gain experience developing lifelong interests that can lead to so many worthwhile career choices.

He hopes that once they’ve worked hard, they’ll find equal passion in their free time.

“My sweetest successes in life have come from overcoming the challenges I experience in work and in play, and, in my opinion, anything worth doing in life requires this mindset. And then when we finish our work at our jobs, we can play hard and seek out new challenges and opportunities that require the same mindset.”

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DREAMS ARE NOT FULFILLED

IN A VACUUM

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y friend sat across from me, and I could tell she had something on her mind. I waited, watching this vibrant, smart and talented woman wrestle to find the right words.

We had been talking about dreams, and she confided she wasn’t sure how to articulate hers.

“It feels bigger than me,” she said. “For years, it’s just been something I envision while I’m working on other things.”

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by doing what she already knew how to do. Everything was couched in transactional terms of potential income and possible outcomes; yet, every once in a while, I heard whispers of a deeper vision.

When she finished, I asked, “How will doing what you already know how to do help you become who you want to be?”

She thought about it and said, “I’m not sure what you mean.”

“I can see it,” she said. “I just don’t know how I would do it.”

I reminded her of something Steve Harvey said at our recent Live2Lead event: “Your job is what you’re paid for. Your calling is what you’re made for. So, what are you made for? If you are being who you are made to be, what does that look like?”

There was a subtle shift in our exchange. When we feel a lack of resources and clarity, it’s easy to keep doing what we’re doing and lose sight of the dream.

She smiled, imagining something that clearly brought her joy. After a moment, though, her smile flattened. Quietly, without ever describing what made her smile, she said, “Where would I get the money?”

I listened as my friend described how she may one day build her dream

“The money for what?” I nudged, gently.

“If you could have what you dream about, what would that look like?” I asked.

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“Your job is what you’re paid for. Your calling is

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what you’re made for.

So, what are you made for? If you are being who you are made to be, what does that look like?”

A pause … and she began to share her dream. It came out slowly at first, then, as the joy welled up inside, she became energized, animated, excitedly describing every detail.

“Who have you shared that with?” I asked.

She was still beaming, “Recently? Just you.”

“If you don’t put your dream out there, how will you connect with the resources to make it happen?” I asked.

“I have always done these things on my own,” she said.

“What if you didn’t have to?” I asked. “What if the knowledge and resources were waiting for you on the other side of a few conversations?”

I shared something a mentor of mine had given to me at the beginning of my professional life: “Dreams are not fulfilled in a vacuum. It’s only when we share them that they begin to take shape.”

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“So,” I said, “What would you attempt to do, that you haven’t already done, if you knew you wouldn’t fail?”

I’d like to ask you the same question: What would you attempt to do, that you haven’t already done, if you knew you wouldn't fail?

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Kinderhaven Invites You to the Tour of Trees ANNUAL FUNDRAISER OFFERS A DIFFERENT APPROACH BUT WITH THE SAME PURPOSE

By Jillian Chandler

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he Sandpoint community is once again looking forward to Kinderhaven’s annual winter event, though this year’s festivities will be a bit different than in years past.

December 6 through 12, Kinderhaven will be hosting the Tour of Trees in lieu of their annual Festival of Trees. The Tour of Trees will give those in the community an opportunity to bid on a variety of fabulous Christmas trees decorated by those in the community. Peruse the lineup of trees, which will be on display at various local business locations throughout town.

Kinderhaven needs your support now more than ever. This is your chance to get out and help support Kinderhaven and the wonderful work they do for children in our community.

“Festival of Trees is Kinderhaven's only fundraiser and historically funds close to 75 percent of our operating budget,” says Kathy Chambers, board chair and volunteer coordinator for Kinderhaven.

“Taking a year off was not an option, as child abuse never slows down.

We are determined to carry on our successful mission of healing and protecting our local children.”

On December 4, trees will be delivered to participating businesses, with decorating taking place December 4 through 6. Trees will be

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completed by December 7, and photos of the trees will then be posted online and ready for bidding December 9. Bids may also be placed for tabletop trees, gift baskets and wreaths beginning December 6. Online bidding for all items will end December 12.

“Right now we have 18 places of businesses around Sandpoint that will be displaying a tree; some businesses are doing their own, while some are hosting for decorators,” says Kathy.

The Sandpoint community is truly one of a kind, giving to and supporting our local nonprofit organizations in the important—and lifesaving—work they do. Help make 2020 Kinderhaven’s most successful fundraising year yet—and participate in this year’s Tour of Trees. To find our more, visit KinderhavenSandpoint.ejoinme.org/touroftrees.

The organization would like to acknowledge their sponsors: Presenting sponsors: Litehouse Foods, Diedrich Roasters and Taylor and Sons Chevrolet; Tree Auction Sponsor: Sandpoint Ranch Tree Farm; Silent Auction Sponsor: High Mark Heating and Cooling; Wine and Ornament Sponsor: Lewis and Hawn, Excellence in Dentistry; Paddle Raiser Sponsor: Finan McDonald Clothing Company; Map Sponsors: North Idaho Title and Pend Oreille Veterinary Service; and Photo and Video Sponsor: TING.

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10 Years Serving Sandpoint Your Tree Service and Snow Removal Experts

By Jillian Chandler APEX TREE SERVICE & SNOW REMOVAL 208.304.3489 ApexTreeService77@yahoo.com

“I can’t remember the last customer that was unhappy with what we did. We get compliments non-stop with how professional and courteous my men are on the job and the cleanup that we do.”

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t was a decade ago, and Sandpoint native Travis Miller was working for the Idaho Transportation Department. His lifelong friend, Chris Owens, who at the time ran a tree service company, was tragically paralyzed in a logging accident.

During that same time, Travis’ parents needed a few trees taken down, so he asked Chris if he could borrow his gear to do the job for them. Soon afterward, someone else reached out for Travis’ help, and once again, Travis asked Chris to borrow his gear.

Soon, Travis was turning down tree removal jobs, as he was not properly insured and did not have the right equipment. Chris offered to sell his to Travis, which Travis happily obliged. He got insurance and came up with a business name—Apex Tree Service.

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“I climbed 411 trees the first full year, working full time and doing tree work after work and on the weekends,” says Travis. “And it grew from there.”

Ten years, and thousands of trees later, 90 percent of the tree-related services Travis and his team of four provide is hazardous tree removal, while 10 percent is fire reduction; thinning forests out for fire prevention.

“We hardly ever look for work. It always finds us,” affirms Travis. “I would say 90 percent, even more, is all referral and word of mouth.” He says they’ve reached a point

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that they’re “knocking out” two to three jobs per day, with 30 to 40 jobs lined up.

“I am not going to take credit for the success my business has experienced,” says Travis. “I credit my whole crew. I lead by example, and I am never disrespectful to my guys, and I believe that has helped lead to our success.”

A good work ethic combined with professionalism—both in appearance and on the job—keeps Apex going strong. And when they finish up at a job site, they will leave the site looking as good, if not better, than when they arrived. “I can’t remember the last customer that was unhappy with what we did. We get compliments non-stop with how professional and courteous my men are on the job and the cleanup that we do,” says Travis.

He prides himself in the relationships he has built with his clients over the years. “We treat people as more than just a customer. It’s important to treat people well.”

In addition to their tree services, Apex offers snow removal during the winter months.

Travis has lived in Sandpoint his entire life, leaving for just a short stint back in 2000, but quickly found his way back. “Sandpoint’s home.

There is no way I could live anywhere else. This is my roots,” he smiles.

“Everything I love in life is here, including my family. And fishing is my biggest passion in life, second to work.”

He often takes his clients, many of whom become friends, out on fishing trips.

“Giving back to the community is really important to me,” affirms Travis.

He and his team maintain the Pend Oreille Bay Trail, having done so for the past three years. He gives firewood away for free to people who need it. And this year alone, Travis has proudly donated well over $5,000 to benefit the Sandpoint community, including a $1,000 donation to the wrestling team. “I love being in a financial position to help people and organizations who need it.”

If you are in the need for tree removal or thinning, or are looking for snow removal services, look no further than Apex Tree Service, where Travis and his crew are ready to offer their premier services.

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Running With a Passion DESPITE THIS YEAR’S CHALLENGES, CROSS-COUNTRY TEAMS TAKE EIGHTH STRAIGHT REGIONAL TEAM TITLES

By Abigail Thorpe

“EACH YEAR THERE IS SOMETHING THAT SETS THAT GROUP APART, AS A TEAM IS A LIVING, BREATHING UNIT."

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n July, Matt and Angie Brass were uncertain if the Sandpoint High School cross-country team would even have a full season, let alone compete at State Championships. Several months later, the boys’ and girls’ teams were celebrating their eighth straight regional team titles.

Teammates arrived each week happy and ready to embrace the positive in a time when it was easy to find the negative. The Brasses focused on providing space for each athlete to be honest about the struggles they were facing, and the result was a close, open and supportive team.

No one knew what this year would hold. The team faced different challenges than normal due to the pandemic. There was a constant focus toward staying healthy and ensuring the team didn’t have to quarantine; masks and social distancing became a part of every practice and meet; and there were no high fives or hugs to celebrate big moments. But the team pulled through, resilient, tight-knit and committed as ever.

The Brasses have been coaching Sandpoint cross country and track and field for 15 years now, and in that time the boys have won 11 regional titles and two state trophies, while the girls have taken home nine regional titles, five state trophies and two state championships.

“Each year there is something that sets that group apart, as a team is a living, breathing unit, dynamic and unique since there are always people graduating and new people joining,” explain the Brasses. “For this year, there was a greater amount of gratitude and focus in a year where they could have just as easily have been distracted and left feeling disappointed about the loss of normalcy in life.”

Sports was a big part of both Angie and Matt’s school years, and each had coaches who left a lasting impact—in particular Angie’s Sandpoint High School cross-country and track coach Cheryl Klein, who still mentors her to this day. “Running has always been a constant and a passion in my life, and getting to share that with the young people we coach and be a part of their lives is a way to pay that forward!” says Angie.

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“We can use the framework of sports to teach dedication, hard work, humility, teamwork, contribution, how to be a good teammate, communication, personal responsibility, time management and much more,” reflect the Brasses. “In what is often a period of growth or even a turbulent time of life, we try to provide an oasis where these important lessons can be taught, and true bonds of friendship, sister/brotherhood can be formed.”

And the results have gone so much farther than any regional or state win. “This team has been like a second family to me,” reflects Katelyn Greenway, who joined the team while transitioning to SHS from a private school. “They're always there for me when I need them the most, and running with them is such an honor. It’s a group of amazing, strong, intelligent, kind and genuine people.” For Katelyn’s mom Kelly, it was incredibly memorable to watch her daughter improve and grow as a result of her personal striving and encouragement from the team.

For Katelyn and fellow teammate Devin McDaniel, the season was influential in multiple ways. “Just from a couple of months I learned so much, and so many life lessons to take with me,” says Devin. “I also loved finishing every race, having so much joy that I was able to run with and for my teammates, and knowing that I couldn’t have done that well without them.”

Devin’s mom, Vilma, watched her daughter grow as a runner after being forced to retire from gymnastics due to the pandemic. Devin had never been a fan of running, but in a few months with the team she not only became a runner but developed a deep love of running. “She made new friends, built new bonds and relationships, which made the transition 38

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to high school so much easier and happier. The coaches went above and beyond. Their dedication to the team truly shows. And we are incredibly grateful,” says Vilma.

This year, achieving their eighth straight regional team title was an exciting and dramatic ending to a year that was unexpected but produced such exceptional team growth, unity, support and encouragement.

“Eighth straight regional titles on both sides was a great last way to end the regular season meets before state!” say the Brasses. “We are really proud of the way the entire team came together, and instead of seeing what was different/couldn’t do because of COVID, they embraced every opportunity; and embodying gratitude really made it a season where we were all in the moment and not looking ahead to the next race, the next thing, the state meet, but instead, appreciating the here and now.”

Looking ahead to next year, what is the team looking forward to?

Normalcy. The Brasses are excited to see the kids talking without masks, able to support and encourage each other with high fives, handshakes and hugs in addition to words. “Those things seem so small and are taken for granted, but they are an important daily part of connecting with people and mentoring kids,” they add.

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A NORTH IDAHO CHRISTMAS OPTIONS ABOUND FOR SEASONAL FUN

BY COLIN ANDERSON

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here is nothing quite like the holiday season to put a smile on our faces.

Crisp winter nights with bright lights illuminated by a fresh dusting of snow can make all of us take a deep relaxing breath; something we can all surely benefit from.

Families have many long-standing traditions.

Some might continue this year while others take a pause. The same goes for our regional entertainment venues, businesses and events.

Some of these might look a little different in 2020, but the spirit remains the same. Enjoy a sampling of our favorite holiday activities and traditions this December, and let’s end 2020 with a smile on our face and joy in our hearts!

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Downtown in the lake city is beaming this holiday season as the Coeur d’Alene Resort tries to outdo itself again with more than a million twinkling lights switching on each evening. Just taking a stroll through the grounds is enough to bring a smile to your face. After seeing the incredible display up close, you can visit any of the restaurants, lounges or cafés for a warm drink and relaxing environment.

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Christmas at the Slopes

Although there are limited day passes being sold at our area mountains, that doesn’t mean any of the holiday fun has been left by the wayside.

Santa will arrive as scheduled up at Schweitzer Mountain on both December 23 and 24, and Also, the resort’s fleet of tour boats is again you can watch as he takes a few runs down his delivering children young and old to Santa’s favorite slopes. If you book an overnight stay at waterfront workshop with its annual holiday Schweitzer between December 19 and January lake cruises. Hop on board now through New 3, you will be guaranteed a lift ticket during this Year’s Day and you’ll get a view of the lit-up most popular time. resort from the lake as you make your way to see Santa, his elves, the world’s tallest Christmas A night or two at Silver Mountain will also tree and even a fireworks display. Tickets can provide plenty of entertainment for the family.

Other than deep powder, guests can enjoy onmountain tubing and dining, as well as access to the indoor water park.

At the time of publication, Lookout Pass Ski Area had not yet released its festivities. Visit SkiLookout.com for the latest.

musical solos and ensembles, Nativity scene, and an emotional tribute to the troops. Show times are at 3, 5 and 7pm on December 12, 13, 19, 20 and 22. There is a 7pm show also available on Friday, December 18. This is a great way to share in the holiday spirit while also showing your appreciation for the local arts community.

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Tickets are on sale for the Traditions of Christmas holiday show, held annually at the KROC Center in Coeur d’Alene. While seating capacity is reduced this year, additional shows have been added to make sure as many who want to attend are able to do so. The Radio City Music Hall-style performance includes all your favorite holiday tunes, a kick line, beautiful

Whether you like the Douglas, Spruce, Noble or Grand, options are plentiful when it comes to finding just the right tree for your home.

Seasonal lots are an easy way to quickly grab one if you’re in a hurry, but if you want to make a mini-adventure out of your search for the perfect tree, consider one of the more fun tree farms or cut your own! At Crowell’s Land of

Christmas in Sandpoint you can meander the property, choose your perfect tree, and have staff members cut it for you. There’s a roaring fire with cocoa and candy canes available, as well as hayrides. The farm is open Thursday through Sunday.

A trip to The Rusty Gate Tree farm is worth the beautiful drive to Harrison. Here you can choose pre-cut, or borrow a saw and cut your own tree. Kids receive candy canes upon arrival, and you can also try your luck at getting through the Tree Maze. Rusty Gate also has special tree watering systems for sale and tree stands they’ve claimed have helped save marriages. If you can’t make it to Harrison, they’ve also set up a lot of pre-cut trees and wreaths at the Skate Plaza off Highway 95 in Coeur d’Alene.

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Those who want to go old school can load up the 4-wheel drive, head up into public land and cut their own tree from nature. A free permit is available at Recreation.gov/tree-permits. Click on the Idaho Panhandle Forest for detailed maps on where you can cut as well as a few guidelines and regulations. By removing smaller trees from the forest floor, you are also helping with fire prevention—an added bonus!

Helping Out Kinderhaven is a Sandpoint-based group foster home and emergency shelter for abused and neglected children, and its biggest annual fundraiser is the Festival of Trees—this year the Tour of Trees. Donated items from the community will be placed alongside trees which are decorated and displayed by local businesses. You can visit the businesses in person or view them online beginning December 9. An online auction will be up with the highest bids taking home the trees and treasures within them on December 12. Visit KinderhavenSandpoint.com/festival-of-trees for all the details.

will be displayed at River Park Square instead of the Davenport Hotel, due to social distancing restrictions. You can purchase $1 raffle tickets in hopes of landing a tree with prize value typically over $10,000. Proceeds benefit the Spokane Symphony, and more than $400,000 was raised last year alone.

Sleigh Rides Another fun night-time activity for couples, families or small groups is taking a sleigh ride out at Western Pleasures Guest Ranch in Sandpoint.

Sleighs can accommodate anywhere from two to 12 guests and cover 2 miles of serene wilderness on the ranch property. There are packages available that include taking home a Christmas tree or following up your ride with a gourmet dinner on property.

Make it a point to keep the "Merry" in Christmas this year. And Happy Holidays!

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Fashions, gifts, toys and more!

Local couple provides unique shopping opportunities here in Sandpoint

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CAROUSEL EMPORIUM AND CREATIONS TOY STORE Inside The Cedar Street Bridge 334 North 1st Avenue Sandpoint, Idaho 83864 208.263.4140

“Business is just a door, but what comes through the door is what makes us strive to continue the journey."

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or the past decade, Carousel Emporium and Creations Toy Store have been staples in Sandpoint. Housed at the Cedar Street Bridge on 1st Street, these two family owned and operated stores provide an extensive variety of items sourced from all over the world from more than 350 vendors!

Owners Shery and Scott Meekings moved to Sandpoint in 2009 to raise their family in this small, beautiful lake and ski town. And they have enjoyed every minute of the life and business they have been able to build here.

After seeing the need for family friendly goods and services to be offered in downtown Sandpoint, the couple decided that they would fill this niche, opening the doors to not only one but two new shops—Carousel Emporium and Creations Toy Store.

They handpick each item to ensure the highest quality and artisanship while supporting local and international artists in their respective trades.

They strive to provide a wide variety of beautiful women’s clothing and footwear, jewelry and accessories, unique locally handcrafted furniture, and inspiring and well-crafted homewares and gift items at Carousel, with

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baby and children’s clothing and accessories, delightful children’s toys and games, art supplies and more at Creations.

Shery and Scott love being part of the business community and having the opportunity to meet and interact with both locals and visitors who share the same love of North Idaho as they do. “Business is just a door, but what comes through the door is what makes us strive to continue the journey,” smiles Shery. “We love the relationships we have built with thousands of people and families throughout the years.”

Carousel Emporium fund the community art and tree house community areas. They also host the annual Sandpoint Tree Lighting and Santa visits during the holiday season.

After 10 years in business, the couple is grateful for the success they have seen over the years, attributing it to their wonderful staff and faithful patrons. “All the people that work for us and all of our loyal customers that visit us year after year, they have become part of our family."

Connecting with the people is what Shery finds most rewarding about the work she does here in Sandpoint through Carousel Emporium and Creations Toy Store. “I also love creating a fun and encouraging space for all to enjoy! We like to make people happy!”

There is plenty of reason to shop in The Cedar Street Bridge this year. It’s the perfect place to shop and discover some of the wonderful businesses that can be found here in Sandpoint, with Carousel Emporium and Creations Toy Store making up two of the 20 unique shops the community and visitors can enjoy.

In addition to running their two stores, the Meekings make it a priority to give back to the community that has embraced them, their family and their businesses over the years. They created and have supported Creations’ community play and art space inside the Cedar Street Bridge since 2011.

Creations is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that accepts donations and receives local grant funding. A portion of all sales from Creations and

Shery and Scott invite you to explore all they have to offer at Carousel Emporium and Creations Toy Store. You’re sure to find those perfect gifts for your loved ones and friends—and you’ll want to treat yourself to something special too! Carousel Emporium and Creations Toy Store are currently open 10am to 6pm daily, with extended weekend hours through the holiday season.

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hether it’s in a competition or helping fire up the crowd on the sidelines, senior Alia Schmitt loves the feeling of satisfaction that comes with a routine well done. “The biggest lesson that I’ve learned is that you get out what you put in. If you want to make something great, you’ll have to put in the effort,” she explained.

That effort includes training all year, with practices before and after school. Alia and the rest of her team train just as other athletes at Sandpoint High School do. In fact, dance and spirit squad members training and practice often includes a wider range of activities than most other sports. On top of keeping up their endurance to complete lengthy and complex routines, dancers like Alia continually work on balance and flexibility, with the added skill of memorizing choreography and routines.

As is the case in all sports, dance is a big commitment, and sometimes you just need to battle through adversity.

“The biggest challenge is how physically demanding it is and dealing with injuries during the season. You just kinda have to remind yourself why you do it and push through it,” said Alia.

Alia is planning on taking her love of dance and performance with her to the University of Idaho, where she wants to be a part of the school’s Spirit Squad. Once she has her bachelor’s degree from U of I, Alia wants to apply to medical school through the University of Washington. “I’m very interested in emergency or psychiatric medicine because I like the urgency of working in the ER, but I have always had an interest in mental disorders and treating them,” she said.

Until then, Alia will continue to cheer on her teams, pump up the crowd through highenergy routines, bring out Bulldog pride in the stands, and represent not only her school but her community as well at upcoming competitions.

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During Kate’s junior year, her 200m medley and 400m freestyle relay teams both won state, and Kate was all ready to defend the title her senior year—until the world changed.

“This year forced me to reconsider why I swim, because we knew we wouldn’t get to go to state. Without this motivation, it became harder to put in my best effort every day,” she shared. “This changed once I heard that if we got a case (COVID), our practices would be canceled. I was upset by the uncertainty of the situation and how I might not know when my last practice was. This made me grateful for the practices we did have and for the moments I got to spend with my team, so I started treating every practice like it was my last.”

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After graduation, Kate plans on earning a degree in electrical engineering. She first learned coding in the fifth grade, and the high school’s 3D design class has influenced this decision. Kate doesn’t plan on swimming competitively in college but will continue to hit the pool as often as she can.

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A virtual state tournament was eventually worked out, where teams stayed in their own pools and competed for time. The extra motivation turned out to be great for Kate.

Her relay teams placed first and second, and she was able to set personal records in both of her individual events, finishing second in the 100m fly and 200m individual medley.

Even when the pool is closed, you’ll still find Kate swimming, sometimes in the frigid waters of Lake Pend Oreille. Despite having a busy schedule, she continues to cherish each moment with her team. “No matter how tired we are, my team does not want to waste those early hours. While cheering and seeing everyone’s hard work pay off is fun, the daily support that my team gives each other is an essential start to every good day.”

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SANDPOINT SKATE SCENE Big plans to expand available skate terrain

BY COLIN ANDERSON

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n its infancy, skateboarding was considered a counterculture.

Surfers in California who couldn’t spend enough time on a board created one that could be used on land. It wasn’t long until the early pioneers were refining the boards and challenging their limits.

Empty pools became the first skateparks, and curbs, handrails, and doing tricks off other urban obstacles was another way for emerging skaters to push the limits. It didn’t go over well with everyone. Dodging boarders on public sidewalks and seeing marks and cuts on concrete left by the grind of a skateboard initially turned a lot of people off to the activity and those who participated in it. 7b Boardshop owner Rory Whitney was part of the early skateboard scene around Sandpoint during the mid-‘90s and early 2000s. “There were very scarce opportunities at the time, so we found spots—curbs, ledges, gaps—and made do with what we could find,” he explained.

Rory and his pals were issued citations on more than one occasion. “It started as no skatepark, and we had to tell them not to skate downtown

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even though there was nowhere else to go,” said Parks, Recreation and Open Space Director Kim Woodruff. As the X Games appeared on TV, skateboarding started becoming more mainstream, with more and more kids starting up the sport. Recognizing the increased number of riders, the city and leaders of the local skate community began laying the groundwork for a skatepark where riders could go and be challenged while helping decrease skate traffic downtown.

In 2006 the Concrete Lake skatepark at Travers Park was officially opened.

It was an instant hit and, according to the city, it is today the most utilized park feature across the entire parks system. “There’s no lighting there, but after dark cars will turn their headlights on so they can still skate,” said Sandpoint City Administrator Jennifer Stapleton.

As interest in skateboarding continues to grow exponentially, both the city and local skate community feel it’s time to expand skating opportunities and are now working together to achieve this goal. As part of the city’s

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BOTH THE CITY AND LOCAL SKATE COMMUNITY FEEL IT’S TIME TO EXPAND SKATING OPPORTUNITIES AND ARE NOW WORKING TOGETHER TO ACHIEVE THIS GOAL.

master plan, an additional 18,000 square feet is being made available at Travers to expand the skate park and accommodate the increased use.

Developing the master plan took 12 months, and the public had many opportunities to weigh in. “What we heard at all public engagement opportunities was the need to upgrade the skate park facilities,” said Jennifer. While not typical visitors to local government meetings, many youth skaters showed up to these engagements, giving their input and wanting to be part of the process. The master plan was approved in September, and about the same time the newly formed Bonner County Skatepark Association was formed with a goal of raising funds to help complete the project.

Rory, along with Jordan Carlson, Adam Hall, Carl Preston and Dave Pecha are helping lead the organization. Carl and Dave were both heavily involved in the creation of the first skatepark and are excited to see expansion projects move forward. As the owner of a local skate shop, Rory can attest first hand just how much the sport is growing and the new faces he’s beginning to see. “I see young kids getting into it, and it’s really cool seeing their dads get back on the board with them. We have a lot of women and girls getting into skating as well, which is awesome,” he said.

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In its current state, the park can no longer support the high demand of its users. It is crowded seven days a week. “It needs to be taken care of,” said Rory. “One of the bowls is dilapidated, the coping and cement are in rough shape.” The city agrees with his assessment. “It’s been 15 years since it was developed and needs a refresh instead of just patching,” said Jennifer.

Design for the expanded park has not yet gotten underway, but the Bonner County Skatepark Association has several regional communities it can look to once it’s secured its funding. Missoula and Coeur d’Alene have both recently introduced new skateparks and added features at other locations. Instead of separating obstacles, new parks are designed with more natural flow, where riders of all abilities can find a challenge.

“We’ve chatted with the Coeur d’Alene guys and the Montana Skatepark Association, and it’s great because we all want to help each other out,” said Rory.

While still in the beginnings of fundraising efforts, the Bonner County Skatepark Association will soon begin soliciting donations from local businesses and creating events to help create the dollars needed for the project. The city is pitching in by giving the group access to its full-time grant writer. “This year alone she’s leveraged $600,000 in grants for the

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Having been at the grand opening of the first park and seeing firsthand the evolution of skateboarding in the community, Kim is confident that this will be a good investment and something the local skate community will take pride in and care for. “We have near zero graffiti, and I believe it’s because the users respect the facility so much. It’s a culture and expectation, and we appreciate that and are very proud of it,” he said.

Numbers are still being crunched, but Rory feels around $500,000 would get a good start, and $1 million would be a phenomenal goal to reach. He believes the benefits to the community go way beyond the surface.

“It’s such a good spot for kids to express their creativity in a controlled environment.

Skateboarders are athletes too, just like football and basketball. We’re just looking for a little more space,” he said.

Kim is excited to work with some of the same people he did 15 years ago on the first project. He also hopes to work with Ponderay, Kootenai, Dover and other areas to help expand opportunities in those communities as well. He plans on first doing some small improvements with the association at Hickory Park in order to get the ball moving. “There are street skate opportunities we can blend into the park, and it’s a way we can show people we can work together toward the ultimate goal,” he said.

That ultimate goal is a state-of-the-art park that can accommodate this ever-growing sport— which will be in the Olympics for the first time next summer. If fundraising goes to plan, the parties hope to cut the ribbon sometime in the next two to three years. “It means a lot that skateboarding is accepted by the city and the community. I used to get tickets as a kid, and now it’s great to see the city embrace and work with us to make this happen,” said Rory.

More information on this project can be found at BCSkatepark.com or by reviewing the City of Sandpoint’s master plan.

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WINTER SAFETY

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By Molly Radonich, LAT, ATC, Kauai Therapy & Wellness

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here are many winter outdoor activities to be done for those of us who live in North Idaho. As with most activities, there is also a potential for injury. Adhering to some simple guidelines can decrease your chance for injury, allowing you to have an enjoyable—and safe—winter season!

Research shows that there are 1 million reported falls during the winter season. These falls can occur in your driveway, on the ski hill and walking from outside to a slick surface. Falls on the ski hill will most likely involve your knee. Knee injuries make up 30 percent of all skiing/snowboarding injuries.

The best way to prevent injuries on the mountain is to be aware of your surroundings, prepare for the ski hill with pre-season training, make sure people know where you are, and be aware of what symptoms to look for.

Snowboarding and skiing may be easy for you to pick back up year after year, but your muscles may not be prepared for the force being put on them during activity. Muscle and ligament injuries are more likely to occur when muscles are tired. It is very important to start strengthening your muscles with some pre-season fitness training before it is time to get on the hill to prevent injury.

Be sure to warm up prior to activity. Whether you are a cross-country skier, downhill skier, snowboarder or ice skater, it is important to warm up your muscles before starting your activity. Cold muscles aren’t able to stretch as far or adapt as quickly as warm muscles. A five-minute jog in place, jumping jacks, squats and air punching with a jog are all great ways to get your muscles warmed up. A run down the bunny hill or easiest blue run are also good ways to get ready to start heading higher up the mountain.

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As the festive holiday celebrations continue, with Christmas and New Year's Eve just a few weeks away, it's important for your sanity--and your health--to try and relax. Don't let the joy of the holidays be consumed with the negative effects of stress! Instead, remember to focus on the happiness this season brings for you and your family, and let that guide you in taking the time to enjoy the holidays and those you hold dear.

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Ice and snow can make getting in and out of the car, and walking through the parking lot, more risky than they normally would be. It is important to continually practice your balance, be aware of your surroundings, and don’t be afraid to ask for help.

Having good balance is helpful for everyday life but is especially important during the winter season. Some ways to do this at home before the snow comes is to stand next to a counter or something sturdy and practice picking up one foot and holding it, or going up and down the stairs.

It is also very important during the winter months to be aware of your surroundings. Some ways that can be done are to limit your use of distractions when going from one place to another (i.e. house to car or parking lot to store). Use rails when available, and choose the least icy path, even if it takes you longer. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. If that means asking a neighbor for help shoveling your driveway or asking the grocery store employee for help to your car, it is worth it if you can avoid a fall.

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MASSAGE More than just a feel-good treatment

BY SARAH SHUPE, CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT REFINED AESTHETICS MED SPA, PLLC

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hen we hear the word massage we think of relaxation, self-care and a spa day. While a massage feels great and helps you transport to a relaxing oasis, it can also have health benefits.

Below we break down different types of massage and the added health benefits from this incredibly soothing treatment.

What are the different types of massage?

When it comes to scheduling a massage, it is important to know that there are different modalities that offer a completely customized experience. Let your massage therapist know what you are hoping to get out of your treatment, any problem areas or soreness, and any preexisting health conditions.

Deep tissue massage is sustained pressure using slow, deep strokes to target the inner layer of your muscles and connective tissues. This massage can address chronic pain within the body while aiding in relaxation. Many clients refer to this type of massage as a “hurt so good.�

Swedish massage helps to relieve stress and aid in relaxation. This massage is a combination of long strokes with light pressure, and extra attention is given to the hands, feet and scalp.

Prenatal massage reduces pregnancy aches and pains while easing stress and muscle tension.

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Myofascial release is a gentle technique in massage that targets pain arising from the fascia. Fascia are fibrous connective tissues that weave throughout the body, attaching, separating and supporting muscles, bones, ligaments and internal organs. When the fascia is healthy, it is supple, allowing smooth, painfree movement. When it is unhealthy, the fibers become tight, limiting mobility and causing stiffness and pain.

Lymphatic drainage is a technique that stimulates natural drainage of the lymph system, which helps to eliminate waste from the body. The goal is to move the fluid out of the tissues and into the lymph nodes,

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Quicker recovery from workouts is at the top of every athlete’s list. Massage increases circulation to muscles and connective tissue, allowing you to bounce back more quickly from difficult workouts. It can also be helpful in alleviating pain from muscle strain.

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2020—WHAT A YEAR!

R E F L E C T I N G O N A Y E A R O F C H A L L E N G E S , G R AT E F U L F O R T H E SUPPORT OF OUR COMMUNITY

By Sheryl Rickard, CEO, Bonner General Health

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020 will undoubtedly be written in history as a year of challenges: Australian brushfires, murder hornets, West Coast fires, hurricanes, the COVID-19 pandemic and much more!

Of those things, COVID-19 has had the most noticeable and significant impact on Bonner General Health. On February 27, we activated our Incident Command System to ready our response to the deadly coronavirus that had emerged in Wuhan, China. Our focus was to keep our patients, staff and community safe. We concentrated on the shortage of testing supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE). In March, our administration and physicians made the difficult decision to stop all elective procedures to ensure our staff 's safety and preserve PPE. We experienced increasing costs related to COVID preparation and decreasing revenues due to the closures. Fortunately, we were able to secure enough PPE and testing supplies to make it possible to start providing services again in May. One of the most challenging decisions we had to make was placing restrictions on family members being able to visit their loved ones and volunteers coming into the hospital. We recognize the importance of family members in the healing process, so limiting access was difficult. We need, value and appreciate our volunteers, so not to have them in the hospital working beside us is heartbreaking. Unfortunately, we have not felt comfortable releasing these restrictions.

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Early on, we determined that timely, transparent communications to our staff, physicians and community partners would be critical. It has been gratifying and impressive to see how the medical community has supported each other and collaborated. We met with Kootenai Health and the other North Idaho hospitals to share ideas, information and plans. We have a respectful, supportive relationship with these hospitals and were open to helping each other if necessary. It's gratifying to see people rise above all else and completely support one another.

Capacity became a concern as we saw what other hospitals were experiencing in the United States. In April, we started to plan for a surge in patients. Sadly, Idaho is experiencing that surge now. Our philosophy has remained to hope for the best, prepare for the worst. That is true now more than ever.

We are overwhelmed by the outpouring of support we received from the community. The messages of gratitude, words of encouragement and acts of generosity were heartwarming. The positive reinforcement from the community creates an energy that helps our health-care team keep going.

So much has changed this year. We remain focused on reducing the threat of COVID-19 in our community. Nothing is more important to us than ensuring the health and safety of our patients, our staff and our community.

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THE TRUE CENTER OF HEALTH Digestion as the pivot of wellness

By Jeff Pufnock L.Ac. Ph.D. and Jessica Youngs L.Ac. Embodied Virtue Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine

IN CHINESE MEDICINE, THE DIGESTION IS ASSOCIATED WITH THE ELEMENT OF EARTH BECAUSE IT IS VIEWED AS THE CENTER OF HEALTH FOR ALL OTHER ORGAN SYSTEMS OF THE BODY.

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ompared to other systems in the body, digestion is one aspect of health often overlooked by many people. When inquiring about a person’s digestion as practitioners, the initial answer we most often receive is, “It is fine,” yet after further explanation we usually discover that is not the case. People often dismiss chronic symptoms such as bloating, cramping and unformed or abnormal bowel movements as “just the way it's always been,” and most accept these symptoms as their "normal."

Our society has been slowly shifting to embrace healthier eating, influenced by Western medicine’s recent focus on the role diet plays in the incidence of chronic disease. However, this perspective still misses the root of the issue because if we are to benefit from a healthy diet, our body must be able to digest and absorb the food we do choose to eat.

This understanding is essential, because even if someone is expending the energy, time and money to purchase and prepare healthy food, they may still not be reaping the rewards from their efforts.

In Chinese medicine, the digestion is associated with the element of Earth because it is viewed as the center of health for all other organ systems of the body. In ancient China they understood that food was transformed from material substance into immaterial energy that helped drive all bodily functions. If this transformational process was weak, all systems of the body suffer and can be susceptible to illness or disease. Chinese medicine also attributes the same digestive function to be responsible for digesting the immaterial information we take in from our environment through our senses. This means digestion can also be overwhelmed due to overwork, excessive worry and continuous content consumption through

news, television and social media. This excess of mental activity has a direct feedback on the health of our physiological digestion and this connection, long understood by the Chinese, is highlighted in the brain-gut connection recently theorized by Western medicine.

As we enter the winter holiday season, it is also important to be aware of the effects of specific foods upon our digestion, especially excessive sugar, dairy and processed carbohydrates. In Chinese medicine, the digestive organs crave moderation, and these foods in excess can easily overwhelm a compromised digestive system. As we consider going back for the second slice of pie, we can remind ourselves how important our digestive health is to our whole body.

Tips for Improving Digestive Health: - During the winter months, avoid all uncooked fruits, vegetables and cold drinks.

- Eat at regular intervals every day and make dinner the smallest meal of the day.

- When eating, avoid reading or media and focus consciously on eating without hurrying.

- Only eat until you feel 80 percent full.

- Incorporate warming spices such as cumin, ginger, turmeric and cardamom into meals.

- If bowel movements are anything less than formed or too hard, this is a sign of a digestive dysfunction and consider seeking help from a health-care provider.

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here has been much discussion this year on how to limit our risks of getting a severe viral infection. While the focus is often on avoiding exposure, there are additional considerations we could take to reduce our vulnerability when we do get infected.

Increasing our body’s resistance to a cold or flu infection, of any variety, should be a high priority. I also think it is important to establish resilience so our body can handle any hard-hitting consequences that may come along with infection.

A TWO-FOLD APPROACH FOR A HEALTHY RESPONSE TO VIRAL INFECTIONS

As a society, we have used social distancing, closures, masks and handwashing in an effort to reduce the rate of viral exposure and spread.

Because so much was unknown about this new strain, it was hoped these strategies would prevent an overrun on our medical systems.

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This approach was also deemed important to protect those whose bodies had less resiliency and were more vulnerable to the severity of infection.

This primarily includes those whose body was already compromised and overworked from underlying chronic diseases. But otherwise healthy individuals were also affected at times.

We have been advancing and refining our medical approaches to viral infections, particularly as new variations like COVID-19 arrive. The health-care community is actively engaged in studying more about mechanisms, vulnerabilities, testing, immune responses, interventions and therapeutics. A lot has been learned this year.

Over the past several decades of working in the pharmacy, I’ve talked with customers who have differing attitudes toward catching the cold and flu.

Some want to avoid any contact with a virus, especially with COVID-19, and others expect they will likely be exposed and want their body to be well prepared.

I think working from both sides of the equation offers value, addressing avoidance as well as preparation. It’s not just catching the virus that causes problems; if this was the case, we would all respond exactly the same. But we do not.

Once exposed, some get very sick and need advanced medical interventions, while others feel absolutely nothing or only inconvenient symptoms. This reminds me that much of what happens to my health also depends upon the state and terrain of my body when I do get exposed.

I already know that diet and lifestyle choices can strengthen the immune system, but at times I can get too relaxed and indulgent. This past year, the entire country has received a big wakeup call about the importance of eating healthy and being active.

Whole food, lots of vegetables, high-quality fats and clean proteins cannot be denied as important to increasing resistance and strengthening resilience to viral infections. This means limiting flour products, sweeteners and poor-quality oils. That’s pretty much what’s in processed foods.

In order to establish a solid nutritional foundation, I’m a big advocate of supplementing with probiotics, vitamin D and K, magnesium, active B vitamins, chelated trace minerals and high-grade omega 3s. I consider these nutrients essential.

There has also been considerable research on using botanical and nutraceuticals as plausible interventions for viral infections. The big ones include zinc, quercetin, vitamins A and C, curcumin, n-acetylcysteine, green tea extract and mushrooms.

But let’s not forget about social determinants as well. Enjoying community and family is always at the top of my list for leading a healthy life.

Scott Porter, a functional medicine pharmacist, is the director of the Center for Functional Medicine & Nutrition at Sandpoint Super Drug.

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harles Baggarley made the long flight from the West Coast one last time in 2011 to join the scores of other Pearl Harbor survivors who gathered to mark the 60th anniversary of the Japanese attack on the American naval stronghold in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.

The Navy veteran relived the pain of that horrendous morning as he walked past the same checkpoints he had known as an active member of the U.S. Navy six decades earlier. His last visit to the base at Pearl Harbor confirmed his conviction of how close he had come to becoming one of the first casualties of the war on that sunny Sunday morning.

The memories were amplified by his own mental images of his survival of a second early morning surprise attack weeks later while stationed at the Australian base in Darwin.

The Japanese raid on the quiet seaside town began with a sound he was far too familiar with.

The chief petty officer was enjoying the morning sun on the upper deck of the “Willie B” docked in quiet waters of Darwin Harbor when he heard the distinct drone from Japanese warplanes as the enemy approached the waterfront along the farthest northern point on the coast of Australia’s Northern Territory.

The surprise attack by Japanese forces on the American fleet in Pearl Harbor had forced the U.S. Navy to regroup its resources to the small port town in Northern Australia. Darwin Harbor had become the primary base for Allied Forces to launch B-17 bomber raids to slow the enemy’s relentless march across the Philippines.

“Willie B” was the nickname given to the USS William B. Preston (DD579), a small destroyer that served as the gathering place for American sailors and aviators stationed in Darwin. The Preston was smaller than

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most of the other destroyers in the fleet, and woefully unprepared for the aerial combat that had become commonplace in the Pacific with only 4-inch guns mounted fore and aft.

The airmen stationed in Darwin Harbor, he recalled, lacked the basic training on how to load and operate the guns. The radio operator took it upon himself to train his flight mates as the enemy planes swooped overhead.

The emphasis on the swift, powerful retaliation ordered by President Roosevelt against the Japanese had left the remainder of the 7th Fleet vulnerable to attack from enemy forces poised to invade the islands of Timor and Java to the north and northwest of the Australian port.

When the enemy finally struck, the Japanese pilots launched their attacks from airfields in the Dutch East Indies. Many of the enemy pilots were from the same Japanese First Fleet that had led the attack on Pearl Harbor. The solo pilots who swooped over the Australian inlet on the morning of February 19, 1942, found 13 Australian and U.S. warships, 45 merchant vessels and a hospital ship anchored in Darwin Harbor.

“Why now?” Baggarley thought to himself. “I survived ‘The Day That Will Live in Infamy.’ All this only to perish in an attack that would be nothing more than an asterisk in the journals of war?”

The first wave of A6M Zero fighters, D3A dive bombers and B5N torpedo bombers swooped over the Australian coastline just before 10am.

And just like in Hawaii, the surprise Japanese attack on the Australian outpost had left little time to organize any defense of the naval station.

There was not enough ammunition nor an adequate number of personnel trained to operate the 18 anti-aircraft guns that had been hastily installed to protect the township.

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The air raid sirens in Darwin did not sound until the Zeroes had begun to strafe ships in the harbor. Eight ships were sunk in the first wave of the attack, including the American destroyer USS Peary and a seaplane tender, the USS William B. Preston.

Japanese bombs decimated the wharf, the airfield, dozens of aircraft and the Army barracks. Well-placed bombs turned storage tanks filled with oil and aviation fuel into blazing infernos.

The surprise attack that morning sank a total of 11 ships and damaged 25 others. American and Australian forces reported a total of 243 dead.

Baggarley could feel the destroyer shudder each time a dive bomber made a direct hit to the hull of the Preston. He remembered how the crew desperately maneuvered the crippled ship to escape the confines of the harbor.

“That’s when a crewman I recognized came in,” he remembered. “He was naked, an odd yellow color and not a hair on his body. His clothes had been burned off by the flash. His wide-open unseeing eyes were staring directly ahead.”

The injured crewman begged for somebody to help him to sickbay.

Once he was led away by another sailor, Baggarley went aft in a frantic attempt to help others but was turned away by the harsh words from a corpsman who screamed the warning, “Get back inside! We don’t want anyone else hurt."

The enemy bombers delivered a critical blow to the integrity of the USS Preston when the Mahan-class destroyer took a direct hit from a torpedo dropped by a Zero during the first wave of the attack.

Bridge officers followed orders to take the destroyer east along the North Coast of Australia.

Shifts were short that day. Baggarley was on watch that afternoon when he reported the approach of a single Japanese plane.

The airman tracked the aircraft as it appeared on the horizon. He observed the solo pilot drop his torpedoes in the water about 100 yards behind the "Willie B." The deadly projectiles, he wrote, missed their targets by a wide margin.

Temporary repairs were made to the steering mechanism of the Preston before the sun set that evening. The ship stopped briefly for a solemn ceremony on the evening of February 19 to commit the bodies of 11 crew members to the sea. Ten of the dead were with the ship’s company. The other was an Australian naval officer from the Sydney suburb of Redfern.

“I have often thought that [the probability] that [if] I had been aft at the machine gun station that I would [have been one of the bodies] over the side that night in a blanket,” he reflected. “Or I could have been left in small bits in Darwin Harbor.”

After struggling to overcome a score of mechanical challenges before finally reaching a friendly port, Baggarley and many of the wingless

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airmen disembarked onto the tranquil docks in the port of Perth in early March. The grounded crew made their way back to San Francisco aboard the former passenger liner George Washington, which had been painted grey and renamed the USS Mount Vernon.

Back to Pearl In December of 1941, Baggarley was the radio operator with VP-22, a PBY flying boat reconnaissance squadron based on Ford Island in the middle of bustling Pearl Harbor. The PBY aircraft were twin engine amphibious aircraft used primarily by the Navy during World War II for maritime patrols, reach and rescue missions, and occasionally as bombers.

His unit had returned from two weeks of live depth charge training on Midway Island late on Friday evening. Charles had returned to his barracks at 0330 with hopes for a good night’s sleep after a brief visit to some of his favorite “watering holes.”

The 20-year-old Navy aviation mechanic was awakened just before 0800 by what he first thought were flyovers by some of the hotshot fighter pilots stationed on one of the carriers based at Pearl.

He knew the planes overhead were not part of a drill when he saw the rising sun painted on the tail of each plane, and later learned the sounds were from the second wave of Japanese bombers to strike the base that morning.

“We never thought the Japanese would attack,” he told a reporter several years later. “We never even talked about the possibility.”

Baggarley witnessed the devastation as he stood in his bare feet on shards of broken glass with several of his shipmates at the front door of his barracks that had been blown out by the concussion of the repeated explosions.

Utilizing the survival skills he discovered as a young man on the farm in the Goodnoe Hills community of Washington near the Columbia River, Charles sprinted across the open field toward the hangar where his plane had been parked. Instinctively, he dove for cover in the ditches that had been dug along the dirt path as Japanese planes raced over his head.

Baggarley was the first member of the squadron crew to reach the hangar. He stood in silence as other members of the PBY squadron gathered around him, where the doors to the hangar had been, to survey the damage inflicted to the 13 aircraft.

The only evidence of his own plane were two wingtips he found jutting out of the floor of what remained of the makeshift structure. There was no sign of his flight log or his beloved leather flight jacket.

“All around us a war was going on,” he wrote.

The radioman distinctly remembered that he was able to see the bottom of the battleship Oklahoma in the channel and what was left of the destroyer Shaw that had erupted into a ball of fire in dry dock across the harbor.

Crew members mounted machine guns from the destroyed planes to use against waves of enemy planes. Civilians appeared on the base to push the broken fuselages of planes off the runway.

“The harbor was full of ships in various stages of destruction. Every usable 30- and 50-caliber machine gun from our own planes were manned and firing at the dive bombers pulling out of their dives.”

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Stopping to catch his breath, Baggarley remembered he saw the battleship Nevada make its way down the channel to escape the “man-made hell.” Her 26-inch guns could hurl a one-ton projectile more than 20 miles but were useless against enemy fighters at close range.

Charles looked across the harbor and watched helplessly as he silently prayed for the Nevada as she steamed toward open water at the end of the channel.

“We so wanted that ship and its gallant crew to survive and win.”

The sight of bombs splashing in the water all around the huge ship with every gun on its deck pointed skyward made Baggarley think about the events that “inspired Francis Scott Key to write the words for the Star Spangled Banner as he watched the bombardment of Fort MacHenry (McHenry).”

“Oh, say does that Star-Spangled Banner yet wave o’er the land of the free and the home of the brave.”

Baggarley concluded his written commentary about that horrific morning with the two-word phrase, “You bet!”

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been successful in their repeated attempts to sink the Nevada in the channel, blocking the only escape route for the scores of ships and thousands of servicemen.

“The Nevada was not sunk in the channel,” he wrote. “She made it past Ford Island, and the crew beached her on the mainland of Oahu.

“She survived to fight again.”

After bearing witness to events that would be known as “The Day That Would Live in Infamy,” Baggarley spent the night in a hangar on the far side of the base. He was recruited the next morning to join the crew of a Sikorsky amphibious reconnaissance patrol.

Charles realized the lessons he learned ... served him well during a lifetime of taking on challenges, overcoming obstacles and walking away to fly another day.

The hulking aircraft had been designed without any armament, so each member of the crew was given a rifle with two bandoliers of ammunition before being sent out to scout hundreds of miles of open ocean for any Japanese ships in the waters east of Hawaii.

“They flew the patrols but saw no Japanese.”

The quiet sailor from farmlands of Washington took in a deep breath when he heard the pilot’s subdued words: “Nothing here. Back to Pearl.”

The words of the pilot echoed in his head, even more poignant after he had survived a second brutal attack weeks later while stationed at the Allied base in Darwin.

In his later years, Charles realized the lessons he learned protecting the skies over the Pacific from the Bering Strait to the tiny islands near New Caledonia served him well during a lifetime of taking on challenges, overcoming obstacles and walking away to fly another day.

His was a life well lived.

Dan Aznoff is a freelance writer based in Mukilteo, Washington. This article was taken from the content of his book "Soaring With Eagles" based on the numerous notebooks compiled by Mr. Baggarley over the course of his life. Copies of the book will be available through Amazon or at da@dajournalist.com.

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Joyful, meaningful experiences are truly at the heart of the holiday season.

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his year, the holiday spirit has returned with ease, welcomed with open arms by a world ready to embrace some cheer.

As the end of the year quickly approaches, shoppers are fully engaged in their quest to gather their gifts and plan their celebrations. The way that 2020 has upended many routines and traditions may present the same challenges to the holiday season, but with those challenges comes opportunity.

If there was ever a time to try something different or new in the way holidays are celebrated and gifts are shared, 2020 is that year. It’s a time to prioritize meaning and simplicity over glitz and grandeur.

Joyful, meaningful experiences are truly at the heart of the holiday season, and this year, consider planning your gifting traditions around them.

Consider the following gifts to reframe your mindset—and your routine—this holiday season.

Gifts That Focus on Quality Time. Quality time is a gift that can’t be purchased, replaced or given a dollar value. Gifts that provide an experience and a long-lasting memory have an inherent value that remains long after the holiday season ends, and forgoing objects in favor of a shared experience is a simple way to reframe your gift-giving this year.

It can be as simple as placing your focus on activities the family can share with puzzles and games. There’s nothing quite like a snowy winter day indoors with the family, huddled around a brand-new board game, and today’s games are nothing like those of the past. The trending games of 2020 are a mix of strategy and hilarity, with top picks including Codenames, The Hot Seat, and new editions of old favorites like Clue: The Office Edition.

For the adventurers and travelers in your life, providing an experience can be as simple as a travel voucher or airline gift card; or, dive deeper into their interests with something more specific like a wine tasting trip or ticket to one of next year’s live shows.

An annual pass to the National Parks costs just $80, offering access to all 59 parks across the country and provides unmatched outdoor experiences that soared in popularity this year.

Gifts that Enhance Home Comfort. Many of us have spent more time at home this year, and likely will continue to do so into the new year. From the parents who are now juggling multiple roles, to the social friends adjusting to the work-from-home lifestyle, there are likely many members of your circle who could use a bit of added comfort in their daily lives.

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Gifts that bring a sense of ease will be welcomed this holiday season.

Enhance the comfort of the experience of staying home, including home entertainment, a bit of pampering, and ample ways to stay cozy.

Simple gifts like soft loungewear, fleece blankets, slippers and neck pillows; or new, more high-tech options like rechargeable hand warmers and temperature-control mugs will make staying in and staying warm that much easier and more enjoyable.

Shoppers can opt for service subscriptions to popular streaming services like DisneyPlus, HBO Max or Spotify—gifting subscriptions can reduce shoppers’ stress while bringing months of use to the recipient. Pack an extra punch by providing a way to enjoy the services like a speaker or a Roku system for a gift that continues to entertain throughout the year.

Gifts that Educate. Virtual learning experiences can easily spice up the stay-home routine and appease a need for mental stimulation. Sites like MasterClass and Udemy can sharpen the mind with classes taught by some of the best of the best in cooking, acting, writing, and so much more; and shoppers can easily gift anything from a single class to an allaccess subscription.

For a tailored, more comprehensive educational experience, give a class that fits your loved one’s particular interests. For example, sites like SpiritedHolidays.com offer classes from world-renowned bartenders offering their inside tips on assembling a premium cocktail, a perfect gift for those who enjoy imbibing on a date night in.

Gifts that Promote Health and Wellness. This winter, self-care is more accessible, and more essential, than ever before. Give your loved ones the gift of starting the new year feeling strong and ready to take on their health goals with a fitness-focused gift that sets them up for success.

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For a health-supportive gift to place under the tree, add to their collection of home fitness equipment with small, gift-able items like dumbbells, resistance bands or a yoga mat to easily and quite inexpensively provide the tools needed to jump-start a new fitness regimen.

Gifts that Give Back. This year, consider using some of the free time spent at home to gather the family and spread holiday cheer that extends beyond the walls of the household.

From cooking an extra holiday meal to donate, to adopting a local family to shop for, a bit of extra time can go a long way in making someone’s holiday—especially during a time when everyone could use a bit of extra love.

Look to local schools, hospitals and charity organizations to get a better idea of how you can extend your holiday gifting to community members in need. Local food and toy drives are excellent, accessible options, and opportunities to easily make the entire family part of the process, whether it’s picking the gifts or helping to prepare the meal.

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them by putting the extra time into that table setting,” explains Barber. Spend some extra time thinking about what will make your table delight guests and reflect the season, keeping with tradition while pairing with some fun and not-so-traditional elements. And don't be afraid to mix colors and patterns.

Celebrate the day by bringing out Great Great Grandma’s heirloom toasting glasses; a piece of tradition to pair with your fun, modern wares.

• Gift thoughtfully. We all have plenty of stuff. A gift doesn’t need to be large or expensive. Make it a treasure that person will keep—and maybe even pass down. And don’t forget the packaging of the gift. A beautifully wrapped gift makes the recipient feel special and shows the effort put into making the outside as important as what’s on the inside.

• Don’t keep your guests waiting. Be ready with something as soon as they walk in the door, be it a warm drink, a snack or some activity. This helps relieve the sometimes awkward opening moments when people aren’t quite sure what to do with themselves, explains Barber. And don’t forget to have toys or some type of activity ready if kids will be present.

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As Barber says, “Memories are made of those extra details.”

• Make it a magical and unforgettable experience. When your guests step through your door, welcome them into your holiday wonderland, with no detail left unturned. Incorporate bold colors—like a pink Christmas tree—to pair with your monochromatic tones. Instead of a classic green tree, try a pop of color in the room. You can spray paint a flocked tree any color you wish. Rather than using that ordinary star or angel, try different materials for a tree topper. When decorating the mantle, opt for repeating patterns while also bringing out colors you already have.

• Place cards. We may think they’re old fashioned, but place cards help alleviate awkward moments when people are trying to figure out where to sit or place their glass. “Sometimes things

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people also forget are beautiful napkin treatments—things that spruce up a table that don’t have to be extensive,” adds Barber.

possible. Not every place setting needs glass or china, explains Barber.

There are lots of beautiful disposable options that will save time on dishes. And why stop there? With numerous options available to rent, such as chairs, table linens, flatware and dishware (courtesy of Cort Party Rental) for special gatherings like these, make it easy on yourself by eliminating the cleanup and storing of these items once the fun has ended.

• Family traditions are essential for a family gathering. “What are those things you can bring out that people are going to be excited to see again, especially since holidays of past years are going to be a bit different than this year?” asks Barber. Or perhaps you can start a new tradition that will be continued in years to come. “Especially now, time is so precious, and people are really finding that life is not going to go on forever. Capitalize on the parts that are most important.”

• If there is gifting involved, make sure your gifts are all wrapped ahead of time so you’re not darting off to get things ready while company is there. Better yet, wrap your gifts as you buy them to make things stress free later on. Barber puts a note on the bottom of each wrapped gift to remember what it is, then just quickly removes it when it comes time to gift. Also, make a point to wrap gifts using the same color tones to create a visual under your tree that is truly special.

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• Don’t forget photos. Make it part of the tradition to take family photos right as guests arrive and are fresh, that way you don’t forget.

“Remembering photos is one of those things that people just forget about,” explains Barber, “but they are so important for marking family occasions and remembering those who have passed later on.”

Holiday entertaining can be a stressful event, and everyone knows things always take longer than you expect. Plan ahead of time so you can enjoy the evening. “If you’re hosting, be able to be host,” says Barber. “A lot of time people don’t remember that, and they get all of these people to their house and they don’t see them; they’re doing something the whole time.”

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“Think of all the things that can make your guests feel comfortable and welcome, and they will linger,” says Barber. The sign of a perfect event is guests leaving with the thought: “That was fun!”

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1 SUPPORT LOCAL ARTISTS One of the most unique gifts you can give is from a local artist. These can include anything from paintings and murals to sculptures, statement pieces and reading material of local photography. Local artisans often handmake one-of-a-kind pieces, ensuring your gift will be unlike any other out there.

Find a local photographer to snap some updated family photos or help create unique Christmas cards. Consider hiring a local musician to play for your company party, birthday or even background music on a special anniversary.

These unique finds will show the extra thought you put into your loved ones this season.

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WALK IN THE FRONT DOOR Businesses are open! It’s been a trying year for many small businesses, and the holiday season is a chance for many to recoup revenue lost over the summer. With fewer visitors than normal, local shops won’t be as packed as previous years, allowing for a more calm shopping experience on busy weekends. Downtowns are easy to walk, even if the weather turns. Retailers carry a wide range of gifts from simple to elegant. Make a plan to visit a new storefront or one you’ve not previously visited, as you never know what you might find!

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Small business is the life blood of our communities. Locally owned companies employ residents and help fund important community projects, organizations, youth activities and more through business taxes as well as time and monetary donations. While ordering gifts from a massive national retailer might offer convenience, dollars you spend locally stay local and help keep alive the thriving communities found throughout the region.

There are several easy ways you can do your part and shop local this holiday season.

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DINE IN OR TAKE OUT When out shopping, it is easy to get caught up in a hurry and grab a quickbite burger, sub or taco, but instead of hitting the fast food chains, seek out a local, family owned dining destination. A midday lunch break can help you refocus on who you’ve checked off and where else you might need to go in the afternoon. You might not want to cook after a hard day shopping either, so let your local chefs do the work for you. Make life easy during the busyness of the holidays by dining in (if available), ordering takeout or delivery. Take advantage of no grocery store line, cooking or cleaning! Make life a little easier on yourself this season so you can spend time on more rewarding tasks.

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While sometimes considered a “lazy” or “last-minute” gift, the opposite could be said during this holiday season. Nothing helps infuse a struggling business with needed cash better than paying for a gift card. An influx of cash around the holidays can help businesses make it through the traditional slow retail months of January through March. They are practical and also ensure the recipient will get what they want—and might actually spend more in the store once they go to redeem the card.

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HOLIDAY MARKETS If you like getting the bulk of your shopping done in a single trip, seek out one of the upcoming community holiday markets found across the panhandle. Here you will find local vendors offering a range of handmade and unique items. The Kootenai County Fairgrounds will host a pair of markets the weekend of December 11 through 13. The New North Idaho Cowboy Christmas combines shopping local with a watch party for the National Finals Rodeo. There will be a limited seating NFR watch party, wine tasting, and western wear vendors. Also, on Saturday in the Jacklin Building, some 60 local vendors will be on hand for the annual Winter Market. The event is free and runs from 10am to 3pm.

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VILLAGE SHINES BRIGHT IN LEAVENWORTH, WASHINGTON Stunning light display will go on

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he holidays will be different this year due to the continuing coronavirus pandemic. And although the annual Christmas Lighting Festival is canceled for 2020, you will still be able to enjoy the stunning light display that the Bavarian Village of Leavenworth is known for. The village has been described as living in a snow globe, and it really does have that quaint old-fashioned feel to it.

“In order to maximize safety for both our residents and our visitors to Leavenworth, the Leavenworth Chamber Board of Directors are taking a series of carefully considered measures that will decrease density in the downtown core while still delivering the magical holiday experience that only Leavenworth can provide,” said Troy Campbell, executive director of the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce. “Our hope is that this will encourage visitors to enjoy Leavenworth and the Village of Lights display throughout the week and the season, and online, as opposed to drawing large groups together around festival events on those few weekends (in December),” he said.

Where to Stay The Icicle Village Resort, a short walking distance from downtown Leavenworth, has a variety of accommodations perfect for any size family. Stunning views of the Cascade Mountains from the resort and its German architecture really make it feel like a getaway. Their petfriendly rooms are not carpeted, which makes for a more sanitary stay when traveling with your furry friends. Dog bowls are provided as well as a toy, a treat and waste bags. Breakfast is included in the room rate. On site is the Alpine Spa, which has COVID-19 procedures in place to ensure a safe visit. During the month of December, children will love the “Elf on the Shelf ” event. Five elves are located on the resort grounds. Take an “Elfie” with all five and receive a treat from the Front Desk.

Where to Eat There are a variety of restaurants to pick from while in Leavenworth, but at this time due to health and safety protocols, seating is extremely limited—so plan to eat where you can make a reservation. With the Bavarian theme of the village, there are many opportunities to enjoy

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THE VILLAGE HAS BEEN DESCRIBED AS LIVING IN A SNOW GLOBE, AND IT REALLY DOES HAVE THAT QUAINT OLDFASHIONED FEEL TO IT.

German food. Locally made products like cheese, sausages and housemade cured meats abound. Try the locally brewed beer, the array of wineries and a craft distillery.

The Yodelin Broth Company offers fresh healthy food while causing no unnecessary harm to the environment. Choose from noodle bowls with savory broth, Pacific Northwest rice bowls, as well as a good selection of sandwiches.

For a less crowded experience, JJ Hills Fresh Grill, located in the Icicle Village Resort, serves up Bavarian favorites with a Northwest twist.

Seasonal food and drink specials, as well as holiday meals, are available.

The outdoor balcony has views of Tumwater Canyon, Icicle Ridge and Leavenworth.

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can really taste the difference. The smell of cinnamon-infused waffle cones baking draws you into the WhistlePunk Ice Cream Shop. The ice cream and waffle cones are all made from scratch using all-natural ingredients. The ice cream is not super sweet, so you really taste the addin flavors. Try their hot chocolate float for a winter treat.

What to Do To get in the holiday spirit, plan a visit to the Leavenworth Reindeer Farm, a family owned business. Make a reservation online to see these amazing creatures. COVID-19 procedures limit the group sizes for each tour, and there is space for social distancing. This year, Santa will remain in his sleigh with a specially designed clear COVID-19 mask. Photos may be taken standing next to the sleigh to keep Santa and his visitors safe.

The gift shop is super cute, with a variety of fun reindeer-themed gifts.

The Leavenworth Winter Sports Club has lots of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors this winter. The alpine ski area has two rope tows and a ski jumping hill. Explore the 26 kilometers of Nordic Trails. The tubing

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The Specifics WHERE TO STAY Icicle Village Resort - IcicleVillage.com WHERE TO EAT Yodelin Broth Company - YodelinBroth.com JJ Hills Fresh Grill - IcicleVillage.com/JJ-Hills.php Schocolat - Schocolat.com WhistlePunk Ice Cream - WhistlePunkIceCream.com WHAT TO DO Leavenworth Reindeer Farm - LeavenworthReindeer.com Leavenworth Winter Sports Club - SkiLeavenworth.com Snowshoe Hatchery Tours - WenatcheeRiverInstitute.org Leavenworth Sleigh Rides - LeavenworthSleighRides.com

hill is super popular. Bring sleds if you have them, as there are lots of spots in and around town to get that adrenaline rush roaring down a hill. Stevens Pass Ski Resort and Mission Ridge Ski Resort are both driving distance from Leavenworth.

For a unique experience, book a snowshoe tour of the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery—which was the largest in the world when it was built in 1940. The Grand Coulee Dam completely blocked fish passage to the upper Columbia River when it was built; the hatchery’s mission was to produce salmon to make up for that impact. The snowshoe tours are offered through the Wenatchee River Institute for $12 and include snowshoes. Tours meet at the hatchery. You must call ahead to book your spot at 509.548.0181.

There is nothing quite like a festive sleigh ride through the snow. Leavenworth Sleigh Rides is only offering private sleigh rides this season, with several different sizes of sleighs seating up to six, 12 or 16 guests. Each ride, which lasts about 50 minutes, takes its guests through scenic open meadows and forests to a barn stop for hot cider around a roaring fire. For safety reasons, you will want to bring your own blankets. No pets are allowed on the sleigh ride.

Plan to spend some time after dark exploring the light display in the village. More than a half a million Christmas Lights transform the town each year.

Front Street (the main street in downtown Leavenworth) is closed to vehicle traffic for more social distancing. Shops will be open but limited to 30 percent capacity, so you may have to wait to enter. Try to support the local businesses during your stay, as many rely heavily on tourism for their livelihood. Hours vary with shops closing between 5 and 8pm.

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December will be very heavy, even with the Lighting Festival canceled.

If possible, visit during the week, when you will experience less people than on the weekends. Before your trip, verify hours and reservations for activities, lodging and restaurants. With the ongoing pandemic, everything is subject to change if cases begin increasing. Weather is unpredictable this time of year, so be prepared with warm clothes and carry chains for your car.

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Trinity at City Beach Sandpoint’s premier waterfront dining offers an extensive menu of American cuisine with an impressive wine list. Featuring a full-service bar and beautiful view of Lake Pend Oreille. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, Trinity at City Beach is ready to become your new favorite restaurant.

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The Burger Dock Voted Best Burger in Bonner County! Treat yourself to the tastiest burger in town, made with housepressed patties using locally sourced, grassfed meat from Wood’s. Burgers are served on a soft toasted organic bun finished with quality ingredients and homemade sauces. Diners can also choose from a selection of salads, hand-cut fries, real ice cream milkshakes, soft drinks and beer, wine and canned cocktails. Visit Facebook and Instagram for their latest promos, and find them in the Gateway parking lot at Schweitzer on weekends and holidays! Open Monday-Tuesday 11am-3pm, Thursday-Saturday 11am-8pm, Sunday 11am-6pm. You can order to-go!

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Sweet Lou’s Restaurant & Bar Sweet Lou’s Restaurant and Bar proudly offers something for everyone, with specialties including chicken fried steak, smoked prime rib, bison ribs, and grilled PB&J and bacon sandwiches. All menu items are reasonably priced, fresh and made to order. Full bar.

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Forty-One South A beautiful waterfront, fine-dining restaurant in a romantic lodge setting overlooking Lake Pend Oreille. Whether it is summer on the patio or cozying up to the fireplace in the winter, FortyOne South’s spectacular sunsets, innovative cuisine, full bar and extensive wine list are sure to make it a memorable night out. The bar and restaurant menu changes with the season offering a variety of delicious food year-round.

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Located on the historic Cedar Street Bridge, take in the views of Sand Creek and the mountains beyond while enjoying an unforgettable meal at Taysty's— downtown’s newest favorite place to eat. Here you will find breakfast all day (breakfast burritos, deluxe breakfast sandwiches and pizzas, savory or sweet crepes, and quiche), while lunch and dinner provide a selection of fresh salads, grilled sandwiches and wraps, and artisan pizzas—all made in-house. Finish your meal with their authentic gelato! You can also choose to take a seat at their wine bar, which offers tapas to pair with your wine. Open daily.

Fresh and unique, Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant in Downtown Sandpoint has been a favorite of many for over 25 years. Whether it’s Margarita Monday, Taco Tuesday or Magic Wednesday, there is something for everyone here, and its newly expanded menu has brought even more choices to diners. If you are looking for family fun, a date night or even a place to host a party in their private dining room, Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant will keep you coming back for more!

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FIESTA BONITA Authentic Mexican cuisine prepared fresh daily. Fiesta Bonita’s menu is full of many unique and authentic recipes. They have a full bar at their Ponderay location and outdoor seating. Open daily at 11am. Bring the family or make it a date night. There is something for everyone at Fiesta Bonita!

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BEET & BASIL AT THE CREEK From food truck to full service restaurant, Beet and Basil’s primary focus is global flavors with local ingredients. Street foods from all over the world come to life using ingredients supplied by local farmers, ranchers and foragers. Enjoy staples available throughout the year and rotating menu based on what’s fresh and in season. Open for take-out for lunch and dinner 11am to 7pm.

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s events are once again put on hold and large gatherings are discouraged, it’s time again to think outside of the box and explore new ways to bring in the new year—at home!

Just because you won’t be leaving the house to attend a glamorous New Year’s Eve party doesn’t mean you can’t get dressed up for the occasion. Get in the spirit by donning your best attire—men, women and children—to help set up the festive occasion. It will certainly help put the whole family in a wonderful mood and ready to celebrate!

Be sure to purchase those fun and sparkly party favors to brighten the mood, from hats and beads to party blowers and noisemakers.

Balloons and streamers will help add to the mood, as well as lively music to set the mood.

Opt for your family’s—or roommates’—favorite finger foods and beverages, and make a spread on the countertop, dining room table or coffee table.

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Have a dance party, play board games. When’s the last time you belted out some karaoke?

Have everyone in the house write down some of their hopes for 2021, create a vision board, or a scrapbook, so you will always remember this year’s unique celebration.

If you’re looking to have a more relaxed night, have a pajama party and stream your favorite movies over popcorn and movie treats. If you have young children, while Mom and Dad enjoy the celebratory glass of champagne, create a hot chocolate station with marshmallows, chocolates, candy canes and more. It gives excitement to something ordinary.

No matter how you choose to welcome 2021, as long as you spend it safely with the ones you love, it’s sure to be memorable.

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TOUR OF TREES Kinderhaven's annual Festival of Trees looks a bit different this year, but they will once again be raising funds for the important work they do during their 2020 Tour of Trees. Kinderhaven's Tour of Trees includes bidding on a variety of fantastic Christmas trees online, with bidding beginning on December 9. Bids can also be placed for tabletop trees, gift baskets and wreaths starting December 6. Online bidding for all items will end December 12. The trees will be displayed at various local business locations, where the public can view them on December 12. This is Kinderhaven’s major fundraiser for the year, so get bidding to show your support! To find out more, visit KinderhavenSandpoint.org.

SLACKERS NIGHT OUT For those last-minute male shoppers here in Sandpoint, the Downtown Shopping District will be hosting a fun shopping opportunity for all of those slackers out there who still have some holiday shopping to get done. On Friday, December 18, just a week before Christmas, this men’s shopping event returns to downtown Sandpoint. This men’s shopping event will feature last-minute shopping deals and some fun activities and specials. Let our downtown businesses help you find those perfect gifts!

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Here's your Idaho retreat in a very natural seeng close to Lake Pend O'Reille and adjacent to US Government land. At the end of Vortex way, a private road, you'll find this 5.37 acres with varied terrain and the perfect mix of trees and meadow. Electricity is available, CC&Rs apply & approved drainfield site established 2004 at the me the subdivision was plaaed. Come find peace and quiet among wildlife and set roots in your own Idaho heaven. $115,000

Be the first to live in this brand new 3-bedroom, 2-bath rancher with 3-car garage on 4.7 private wooded acres. Open floor plan with propane fireplace, private master suite with walk-in closet, and a large, covered paao to enjoy the quiet seeng. All on a maintained road near the Clark Fork River and USFS lands. $495,000

The Idaho Club - A truly special place to enjoy all things North Idaho! Come discover this nicely treed building lot with views that capture Lake Pend Oreille as well as the Selkirk Mountains, all behind the south gate. There's no need to compromise privacy for convenience here, just seven miles from the charming town of Sandpoint, Idaho, a four season community of golfing, boaang, hiking, fishing, skiing and snowmobiling. Entertain with family and friends in the brand new clubhouse overlooking the Pack River at Idaho’s only Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course. $325,000

This absolutely immaculate, single-level home with separate shop on 1.27 acres in desirable Tupelo Ridge Estates less than a mile to Sandpoint city limits. This home is big on style, storage and funccon with large living room, gas fireplace, spacious dining room and a kitchen boassng quartz counters and stainless steel appliances. The master suite features a lux bath with walk-in shower and dressing room. The open floor plan separates the main bedroom suite from the guest rooms and leads to outdoor living spaces including covered paao & big yard with fire pit and hot tub, perfect for family me and enter taining. The 32x32 shop is insulated and heated. $850,000

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Private 120 acre estate, just 3 miles to Sandpoint and close to Schweitzer Mountain Resort.

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Minutes from future boat slips at The Lake Club on Lake Pend Oreille and only thirty minutes to the top of Schweitzer Mountain for some of the best skiing in the Pacific Northwest! Residents currently enjoy access to the water from the community kayak dock. The new clubhouse is the perfect place for entertaining and dining overlooking the Pack River. The Idaho Club, home of Idaho’s only Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course is located just seven miles from Sandpoint, Idaho! $325,000

Here's your chance to own your private parcel in the Sandpoint City limits with over 600 feet of frontage on Sand Creek, accessible to Lake Pend O'Reille with a small watercraa. Comprised of 5.65 acres with mature trees, this is a haven for wildlife and naave species. Imagine seeng up camp, fishing and kayaking to the Lake. Access is steep, driveway in and uuliies would need to be developed. $150,000

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