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The results are in!

The Lynden Tribune and Lynden Chamber of Commerce extend a huge thank-you to all of the readers who participated in our 2019 Best of Lynden Reader’s Choice Awards. We are pleased to present the awards to the winning local businesses listed throughout this publication. Congratulations!

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Best Wild Card: Lynden Line Dancers Charlene Lenn leads dancing — and helping a veterans’ recovery group The Lynden Line Dancers group, led by Charlene “Char” Lenn, not only has fun, but also raises money for a serious cause: helping combat veterans cope with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and traumatic brain injury.

About 20 members of Lynden Line Dancers performed on Front Street at the start of the 2019 Lighted Christmas Parade on Dec. 7. They have done this pre-show for several years now, and they’ll even invite any willing person in the crowd to join them.

The benefiting rehab program is named Heroes and Horses, Lenn explains. “Over the last three years we’ve Continued on the next page

Charlene Lenn, left, participates with her group of Lynden Line Dancers in a festive performance before the Lighted Christmas Parade in downtown Lynden on Dec. 7. This has become a fun tradition of recent years. (Calvin Bratt/Lynden Tribune)

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It’s open to any (male) veteran in the USA.” Although it’s true this recovery program reaches beyond Whatcom County, Lenn is aware of local participants in Heroes and Horses.

“In 2019 we were there to work in the base camp and met a veteran from Ferndale,” she said.

Lenn believes in what Heroes and Horses does. “This program really works. We’ve been there and seen for ourselves. Who knows? There could be a hometown Lynden veteran that needs the help. As long as there’s a combat veteran who suffers from PTSD, Lynden Line Dancers will keep ‘dancing for our heroes.’”

Anyone interested in learning line dancing can stop by the Ten Mile Grange, 6958 Hannegan Rd., on Thursday, Friday or Saturday nights, for just $5 per session.

Lenn is the energetic class instructor, in addition to working at Laurel Farm & Western Supply, defying her age somewhere north of 70. She is still full of goals, including wanting a true dance hall for the Lynden area.

While she was already in dance classes as a child, Lenn came to line dancing in her late 30s. She relocated to Lynden around 20 years ago from southern Oregon, then after being widowed noticed how dancing can be useful to gain a good circle of friends.

Lynden Line Dancers launched about eight years ago.

Other folks may have less dancing experience, but they love it all the same. Single moms and widows are part of the group, as well as men with their wives.

The music is surprisingly not all country. “We dance to all kinds of music … as long as it has a good beat!” Lenn thinks more people could appreciate the benefits of line dancing — “clean, fun exercise, carefree” — if they gave it a try.

“There’s lots of laughing

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Lynden Tribune | Tuesday, December 24, 2019 not include prescription medication or traditional psychotherapy, but rather using real tools to redefine their purpose and rediscover inner strength.

With a physical fitness routine and whole-food eating, the participating veterans also work on the mind through an interactive daily leadership course — all happening simultaneously.

To do all that, the Montana group definitely has a wish list of needs.

In LLD’s first year of involvement, from $3,000 raised at Boundary Bay Brewery of Bellingham, it was possible to buy $5,000 worth of equine tack on the wholesale market.

Lenn and two other members made the road trip to deliver the gear straight to the office in Manhattan, Montana. Heroes and Horses staff did a live Facebook post of receiving the gift and had LLD dance on their broken sidewalk in a “boot scooting boogie.”

Another auction brought in $4,000, and on a second trip back to Montana the Whatcom folks were invited by Heroes

Charlene Lenn gets into the rhythm of the beat while leading Lynden Line Dancing in a 2016 parade. (Courtesy photo) in class.” Also, Lenn believes in “staying young,” and healthy, by being around active people.

She used to teach line dancing at corporate events and private parties. She has even considered using line dancing now as a fundraiser for the local fire department.

The veterans connection Lenn has always “adopted soldiers.” But she finds that many in Lynden Line Dancers never have been involved in or able to give back to a larger cause they believe in.

An advocate for military

veterans, she just happened to come across the Heroes and Horses website and was captivated. The base is located in the beautiful Beartooth Mountains of Montana, with a program put together by a Navy SEAL. “It's not a vacation.”

This is a stat from the Department of Veterans Affairs: From 2008 to 2017 at least 60,000 veterans died of suicide, and the crisis is not abating.

The mission at Heroes and Horses is to give combat veterans a different way of dealing with their physical and mental scars — a solution that does

and Horses to help stage a big gala in Bozeman. One LLD member is an auctioneer and his microphone skills helped raise $400,000. The relationship has continued. From cooking at the Heroes and Horses base camp for 10 days, Lenn will now do one month in 2020.

The local fundraiser in 2019 shifted from Boundary Bay to being a Barnburner & Fish Fry at Pioneer Park of Ferndale in June, and another $13,000 was collected.

Lenn happened to recognize the distinctive belt buckle of someone attending — it turned out he was a vet who had been through the program, and he drove from another part of Washington to be there.

“We are now family,” she said of both the LLD and Heroes and Horses.

Still a dream in Lenn’s mind is to have her own local dance hall that she could run as a nonprofit for ex-soldiers.

She would like to see veterans with prosthetics and even wheelchairs welcomed onto the dance floor with the others.

— Elisa Claassen

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Best New Business, and more: Lynden Beauty Lounge Lynden Beauty Lounge sweeps three Best of Lynden categories of awards

The Lynden Beauty Lounge has been in business since May 2019 and has already become a community favorite.

Offering services in hair, spray tanning, permanent makeup, skin care, lash extensions and massage, it truly is a place where people can get whatever they are looking for in the beauty and cosmetics realm.

In addition to being named Best New Business, Lynden Beauty Lounge was also named Best Beauty Salon and Best Massage/Spa. “I’m speechless,” co-owner Krista Steward said. “It’s pretty incredible we were able to win in these three categories and we have an incredible team behind us that does their best in everything they do and we’re very proud.”

Steward said the lounge is able to of-

Continuing to expand within the community is a goal for the future, Steward said.

“There’s always room for growth and we just want our team to keep thriving and being part of the community and serving those in our community and surrounding areas,” she said. “We’re just thankful for the opportunity to have been voted Best of Lynden. It’s pretty honorable.”

— Hailey Palmer

Thank you Lynden!

I am so blessed to be a part of this amazing community. fer services setting itself apart from other options in the area.

“We are pretty much a one-stop shop for pretty much everything they need with beauty and relaxation,” she said.

Lynden Beauty Lounge at 1905 Front St. offers free consultations on services such as permanent makeup. The lounge

also offers tattoo lightening and camouflage services.

Steward said one of her favorite parts of operating Lynden Beauty Lounge is seeing how the staff interacts with customers.

“And knowing that they’re providing the best customer service to each person they can,” she said.

Blessings this holiday season!

360-410-8145 Find us on Facebook

Blessed Again!

Olson Family Chiropractic VOTED “BEST CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE” OF LYNDEN 2019 We would like to thank the community of Lynden and surrounding area for their wonderful support and vote of confidence, once again!

We are humbled and blessed to be receiving the “Best of Lynden” award again this year!

Olson Family Chiropractic 360-318-1240 Olsonfamilychiropractic.com

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2019 Best of Lynden

New Business

Small Business

1720 Front St Fairway Center, Lynden 360-922-0149

1905 Front St Lynden 360-389-5566 Green Business

Large Business

2077 Main St Lynden 360-354-5676

Customer Service

Medical Facility

Family Care Network

We Take Care

Lynden Family Medicine 1610 Grover St, D1 Lynden 360-354-1333

8108 Guide Meridian Lynden 360-354-2200

211 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd Lynden 360-318-8869

Thanks for choosing 1758 Front St. #104 Fairway Center 360-354-3101

Thank You

ZYLSTRA TIRE

as the Best Tire Store in Lynden!

We appreciate it and look forward to serving all of your tire needs!

We are so blessed to be voted as Lynden’s Best Gift Shop.

Thank you for shopping!

We look forward to serving you in 2020!

360-354-4493

Tyler Zylstra, Owner

Gilbert Silva, Owner

501 Grover Street, Lynden

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Adult/Assisted Living

Dentist

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eltkamp Family Dentistry 905 Aaron Dr Lynden 360-354-5985 Pharmacy

1610 Grover St Suite C1, Lynden 360-354-5691 Chiropractic

1824 Front St Lynden 360-933-1815 Massage

OLSON Family Chiropractic 1758 Front St, #108 Lynden 360-354-1226

8304 Guide Meridian Rd Lynden 360-318-1240

AUTO • HOME • COMMERCIAL • LIFE • FARM

We are so honored to be voted “Best Small Business” for the fourth year in a row!

We look forward to serving you in 2020.

From our family to yours, thank you for the continued support!

1720 Front St, Lynden • MannaInsuranceGroup.com

1905 Front St Lynden 360-389-5566

Beauty Salon

Barber

Talk

Fitness of the

Town

1905 Front St Lynden 360-389-5566 Veterinarian

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509 Front St Lynden 360-306-0494 Groomer

115 E Homestead Blvd Lynden 360-354-1196 Pet Supplies

Kulshan Veterinary Hospital

8880 Benson Rd Lynden 360-354-5095

873 Hinotes Ct, Bldg B, Unit 2 Lynden 360-318-9949

NORTHWEST 415 Depot Rd, Lynden 360-354-2108

Proud to be voted Best of Lynden 2019 Drive-Thru Prescription Pick-up M-F 9 am to 7 pm Sat 9 am to 5 pm • Sun Closed

Thank You Lynden!

H O M E S T E A D F I T N E S S

115 E Homestead Blvd, Lynden 360-354-1196 • homesteadfitness.com

We appreciate your continued support and are proud to have served you for 31 years. Holiday blessings to you & your families.

1758 Front St. #106, Lynden • 360-354-1226 www.fairwaydruglynden.com

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Pet Accommodations

6451 Hannegan Rd Lynden 360-306-5931 Real Estate Company

8181 Guide Meridian Rd Lynden 360-354-7698 Photography

Financial Institution

408 Grover St, Lynden & Fairway Center, Lynden 360-354-4044 • 360-354-3152 Insurance Agency

Lynden 360-410-8145 PHOTOS: Ashley Hayes Photography

8071 Guide Meridian Rd, #105 Lynden 360-354-4455

Automotive Services

8108 Guide Meridian Rd Lynden 360-354-2200

THANK YOU for choosing us as

“Best Wedding Venue”

A fully restored historic venue where young and old can come together in the warmth of a homey setting to celebrate life’s many special occasions

Historic Hospitality

• Garden Area • Reception Space • Full Kitchen • Audio/Video System

719 Grover Street • Lynden, WA www.grandiflorahomeandgarden.com

Thanks for choosing Zylstra Tire as the 2019 Best of Lynden Best Tire Store in Lynden!

We appreciate it and look forward to Tires/Auto serving all of your tire needs!

Trust What You Love to...

ZYLSTRA TIRE

501 Grover St Lynden 360-354-4493 Electrician Tyler Zylstra

Gilbert Silva

360-354-4493 501 Grover Street, Lynden

VAN’S

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Plumbing

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530 E Wiser Lake Rd Lynden 360-354-5124 Law Practice

VAN’S PLUMBING AND ELECTRIC, INC.

307 19th St Lynden 360-354-2171 Remodeling/Construction

Nicole L. Terpstra,

PLUMBING AND ELECTRIC, INC.

Attorney at Law, PLLC

307 19th St Lynden 360-354-2171

709 Grover Street Lynden 360-318-9300

2017 Front St Lynden 360-354-4149

1905 Front St, Lynden (360) 389-5566 Lynden Beauty Lounge is a full service beauty stop serving Lynden and surrounding areas. LBL has a beautiful brand new relaxing lounge style shop that’s welcoming to all. The team at LBL consists of 12 highly trained, educated, experienced and extremely talented ladies offering: Full Skincare, Waxing, Permanent Makeup & Microblading, Hair, Massage, Lashes, Spray Tanning and Professional Makeup. LBL also carries a wide array of professional haircare, skincare, self-tanning, lash and makeup products. Stop on by and see their new beautiful space and what they have to offer.

They look forward to serving you! lyndenbeautylounge@gmail.com Website coming soon ~ www.lyndenbeautylounge.com Follow us on Facebook & Instagram

We’re honored to be voted “Best of Lynden” From left to right: Front row: Sinclaire Milstead-Makeup Artist; Sidney Ter Wisscha-Hair Stylist; Krista Steward-Permanent Makeup Artist/Part-Owner; Lindsey VandeHoef-Hair Stylist/Salon Manager. Back Row: Heidy Haak-Hair Stylist; Aamber Wasisco-Master Esthetician/Part-Owner; Heather Lonegan-Licensed Massage Therapist; Emily Elsbree-Hair Stylist; Emily Mathews-Hair Stylist.

Not Pictured: Karen Krueger-Lash Artist/Esthetician; Amber Spidel-Spray Tan Specialist & Kara Chanik-Permanent Makeup Artist.

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Cleaning Services

Burger or Sandwich

Burgers & Brew 8107 Guide Meridian Rd Lynden • 360-354-2125

191 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd Lynden 360-354-4145 Ethnic Food

estaur F a m i l y Me x i c a n R

Pizza

8122 Guide Meridian Rd Lynden • 360-392-8435

Happy Hour

Coffee/Espresso

ant

1710 Front St Fairway Center, Lynden 360-318-1171

115 E Homestead Blvd, Suite A Lynden 360-778-2849

2 LOCATIONS IN LYNDEN Bender Plaza, Fairway Center

VAN’S PLUMBING AND ELECTRIC, INC.

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US - BEST PIZZA

8122 GUIDE MERIDIAN

(360) 392-8435

ORDER ONLINE AT:

CoconutKennys.com

Thank You for choosing our company as

“The Best Plumbing & Electric Company” 307 19th Street, Lynden, WA 98264 (360) 354-2171 • (360) 354-VANS Fax (360) 354-5497

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NORTHWEST Energy | Agronomy | Retail

Voted Best Pet Supply Store!

Thank you for voting for us!

We love that you voted us the 2019 Best Pet Supply Store.

Stop by soon to see what else we have in store. You’ll find everything you need from pet supplies to gardening, clothing and more! And right next door we’ve got quick snacks, cold beverages and daily life essentials all in one convenient location!

We look forward to serving you in 2020!

CHS Northwest 415 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360.306.3800 Everything you need for Home & Farm.

chsnw.com

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Baked Goods

421 Front St Lynden 360-354-3911 Grocery

8071 Guide Meridian Rd, #101 Lynden 360-318-0688

Local Food

Caterer

211 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd Lynden 360-318-8869 Convenience

Gift Shop/Jewelry

1501 E Badger Rd, Lynden 360-354-2618

Thank You

to everyone who voted us “Best Charity/Organization”

We are proud to serve our community and bring housing & hope to women & children in crisis.

• New Way Home • Great Expectations • Next Steps

205 S. B.C. Ave., #117, Lynden, WA 98264

1726 Front St Lynden 360-318-1302

1758 Front St, #104 Fairway Center, Lynden 360-318-8854

THANKS FOR THE VOTES! We’re proud to be voted “Best of Lynden” for Automotive Services for 8 years in a row.

Furniture

Farm Supply

168 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd Lynden 360-778-3870 Hardware/Home Improvement

1736 Front St Lynden 360-354-2291

Brady DenBleyker

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Karen Timmer

Garden/Nursery

1898 Front St Lynden 360-318-0134 Clothing/Fashion

401 E Grover St Lynden 360-354-3097 Florist

420 Front St Lynden 360-778-1849

Wynden Holman

Brooke Stremler

Bonnie Vander Yacht

508 Front St Lynden 360-354-7673

Duane Vander Yacht

Lester VanMersbergen

Sharon Engels

Thank You, Lynden, for the vote of confidence!

Darrel Timmer

We are proud to be voted 2019’s

Jason Heutink

BEST OF

Tresie Wiersma

Sid Mellema

Aimee Slesk

Loren VanCorbach

Ron DeBoer

8071 Guide Meridian 360-354-4455 • 800-234-1841 www.windermerewhatcom.com

Mike Kooy

Kirby Jones

Mike Vail

EQUAL HOUSING

Irina Kulyak

OPPORTUNITY

Jim Huleatt

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Thank You for Choosing

as Best Insurance Agency AND Best Customer Service in Lynden!

BEST OF

2017, 2018 & 2019

We appreciate your support!

Guided, Trusted, Local.

(360) 354-2200

8108 Guide Meridian, Lynden WA 98264 www.guideinsuranceservices.com

Consignment/Thrift/Antique

408 1st St Lynden 360-318-9333

Meeting Place

Local Farm

2 LOCATIONS IN LYNDEN Bender Plaza, Fairway Center

Local Charity or Organization

205 South B.C. Ave, #117 Lynden 360-354-9930 Family Activity

Wedding Venue

719 Grover St #1851 Lynden 360-318-8854 Accommodations/Hotel

1775 Front St Lynden 360-354-4111

100 5th Street Lynden 360-746-8597

Thank you!

Serving Lynden and Whatcom County We’re honored to have the opportunity to serve you in your lawn and garden needs!

(360) 354-3097 • 401

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112 H Street Rd Lynden 360-410-7777 Golf Course

115 E. Homestead Blvd Lynden 360-354-1196 Wild Card: Dance Instruction

www.facebook.com/ LyndenLineDancers 360-354-4325 Thanks for voting our office Best of Lynden Law Practice!

Nicole L. Terpstra ATTORNEY AT LAW, PLLC 709 Grover Street, Lynden • 360-318-9300

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Thank you for voting us Best Groomers two years in a row!

Thank you for choosing

VISION PLUS LYNDEN

as your Favorite Optical again in 2019 From our family to yours, we love our patients and we care about you.

Come join our Vision Plus family.

ront Street, Suite B, Lynden • 360-933-1815

Thank you

for voting us your

Favorite Hardware Store!

We appreciate your support & business. We’re proud to be a locally owned and operated store for 48 years! -Dean Hendricks

How can we help you?

Hardware 1736 Front St., Fairway Center, Lynden

360-354-2291

COME AND SEE OUR SELECTION OF DOG FOOD, TREATS & SUPPLEMENTS!

360-318-9949 • www.happypoochsalon.com 873 Hinotes Court, Bldg B, Unit #2 • Lynden, WA 98264

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“Thank you, Lynden for voting us Best Veterinary Hospital in Lynden 8 years in a row!”

- The crew at Kulshan Veterinary Hospital

Caring for All Creatures Large and Small Emergency Services Available • 15 Veterinarians on Staff • Therapeutic Laser • Ultrasound • Exotics • Boarding Facilities • Laser Surgery • Nutritional Consulting • Digital Radiography • Endoscopy • In-House Lab

Kulshan Veterinary Hospital PLLC (360) 354-5095

8880 Benson Rd., Lynden, WA • 6220 Portal Way, Ferndale

American Animal Hospital Association Accredited Hospital

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