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Running in Washington Tips, Events and More!
Moving to a New Place?
Don’t Panic! Our stress free guide will make your move easy!
Seattle for Free Exploring the coolest city in the Northwest without even spending a dime!
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Mark Your Calendar! podunk
Crazy, annual events won’t want to miss!
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Fun Things to do in Ellensburg
How many have YOU done?
20 Ways to Meet People in a New City Cold Weather
Survival Guide Everything you need
to know to stay warm, healthy and happy during the winter
The 509 Club Live Ellensburg like a local
Washington State. A beautiful place that not many know much about but that everyone falls in love with. Mountains. Rivers. Lakes. Charming people. Beautiful scenery. Active city life. This state has it all.
But we must be active in preserving this breath-taking place. Be green. Use recyclable grocery bags. Turn off lights. Don’t litter. Don’t leave your car idling. Be one with nature and fall in love with your state.
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features 8 Emerald City Without the Green Low on cash? You can still spend a full day of FREE fun in Seattle! 10 The 509 Club Get to know the Ellensburg loved by the locals. 12 Stress Free Moving Get through the hassle of moving without breaking a sweat!
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16 What’s Happening Upcoming events!
5 Focus On CWU 6 Local Fun Ellensburg
17 Entertainment Theatre in Washington
14 Explorations Central Washington Cities
18 Fashion Cold Weather Survival Guide
15 Connecting Meeting People in Ellensburg
19 Practical Living Winter 20 People Making Friends
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flashback to
Ellensburg
Ellensburg is a city in Kittitas County, Washington. The population was 15,414 at the 2000 census. This number includes the college student population, which accounts for nearly 8,000. Ellensburg is located just east of the Cascade Range on I-90. =There are several local hay brokering and processing operations that ship to Pacific Rim countries. The old part of the town is fairly historic, with old brick buildings from the late 19th century. By 1889, Ellensburg was under serious consideration to become the state capital because of its central location, and the castle on Third Avenue was built as the governor’s mansion. But when most of the downtown was destroyed by fire on July 4, 1889, the bid went to Olympia instead. However, the city was elected for the state Normal School, which would become Central Washington University in 1890.
Ellensburg was officially incorporated on November 26, 1883. John A. Shoudy came to the Kittitas Valley in 1871, and purchased a small trading post from A.J. Splawn, called “Robber’s Roost.” Shoudy named the town after his wife, Mary Ellen Shoudy, and officially began the city of Ellensburg. Robber’s Roost was the first business in the valley, other than the early trading that occurred among Indians, cattle drivers, and military personnel. Robber’s Roost was located on the presentday 3rd Avenue, just west of Main Street near the alley. There is a placard on the wall commemorating the location, as well as a small stone monument against the wall by the sidewalk on 3rd. Shoudy was not the first
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settler in the Kittitas Valley, nor was he the first businessperson, but he was responsible for plotting the city of Ellensburg in the 1870s, and he was the person who named the streets in town. The first train of the Northern Pacific Railroad reached Ellensburgh March 31, 1886, helping to fuel a boom in building and population. The first telephone was installed in 1889 to connect two downtown stores. The city was originally named Ellensburgh, until the final -h was dropped under standardization pressure from the United States Postal Service and Board of Geography Names in 1894. Ellensburg is one of the cities featured in the Hank Snow song, “I’ve Been Everywhere” which was also recorded by Johnny Cash. Ellensburg was a pioneer among Washington cities in building public infrastructure. The first water system, and the City’s sewer system - one of the first in Washington - was installed in 1889. The City purchased the private electric lighting system from John Shoudy in 1890. The post office changed the spelling of the town’s name to Ellensburg in 1894. The public library was begun in 1910. New industry included a woolen mill and other agricultural industries. Concerns over the state of Ellensburg’s historic downtown have lead to the formation of the Ellensburg Downtown Association to work on revitalizing the area.
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Washington University Susan Rancourt from the campus by asking her to help him load books into his Volkswagen Beetle. Two other students reported seeing him around campus in the days leading up to her disappearance. The university was home to Washoe, believed to be the first nonhuman to acquire human language, from 1980 to October 30, 2007.
Central Washington University originally opened up as Washington State Normal School in 1892. The school was founded to educate future elementary and junior high teachers. In 1893, the Washington State Normal School’s first building was constructed and given the name Barge Hall. Before 1894, classes were held at the Washington Public School in Ellensburg. The school’s name changed to Central Washington College of Education in 1937, Central Washington State College in 1961, and finally to Central Washington University in 1977. It continues to be one of the fastest growing universities in the state of Washington. Dr. James L. Gaudino is the current president, having replaced Dr. Jerilyn S. McIntyre on January 1, 2009 after a yearlong search for a new president. In 1978, CWU began its campus radio station KCWU (88.1 The Burg), which has since flourished into a state-of-the-art broadcast facility. On April 17, 1974 serial killer Ted Bundy abducted
The university was home to the signing chimpanzee Washoe from 1980 until her death in October 2007; from 1993 at the university’s Chimpanzee and Human Communication Institute. This continues to be only one of the two institutions of its kind in the world. The Summer Institute for Theatre Arts, formerly the Drama Teacher’s Summer Institute, was established in 1996. More than 500 teachers, representing 28 states and six nations, have attended the Institute for over ten years. Fall 2009 marks the launch of an exciting new program at CWU designed to build the research and analytical skills you will need for an academic career in theatre. This resident program will unite you with a select group of students where you will work as an academic community under outstanding faculty mentors. With opportunities for hands-on dramaturgical experience, teaching, and theatre research, this program offers the perfect blend of theory and practice needed to prepare you for your next move as a theatre scholar.
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Local Fun
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pon first glance, Ellensburg might seem like a tiny little podunk town with nothing to offer but there are in fact lots of fun places to go and lots to do in this charming, central Washington town. When you have a free Saturday, or a night with nothing to do, work your way through this list!
Memorial Pool: 815 E. Sixth Ave. For only $3.90, you can enjoy swimming in the community pool, taking water classes, or doing belly flops off the diving board. Open until 10:30 on most nights, this indoor pool is a great way to stay in
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Public Library: The Library is located at the corner of Ruby and Third Streets. The Library has approximately 55,000 books, 4359 audio items, tions, 13 online subscription databases,
11,000 electronic books, and three digital
collections of local historical photographs.
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Yakama Nation Cultural Heritage Center: The Yakama Nation Museum opened
Chimpanzee and Human Communication Institute:
in 1980 and is one of the oldest Na-
The CHCI provides sanctuary for three
tive American Museums in the United States. The 12,000 sqare foot exhibition hall is the result of years of hope, thought, and effort on the part of the Yakama people For only $5, you can experience the local history of the Yakama Nation.
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chimpanzees - Loulis, Tatu, and Dar. Our weekend Chimposiums run from March through November. Saturdays: 9:15 and 10:45 - Sundays: 12:30 and 2:00. Please call first for availability information and pre-paid reservations.
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Clymer Museum of Art:
Lion’s Rock:
416 North Pearl Street.
lensburg. It’s has a nice little camping
The residents of Kitti-
area, offers lots of hiking opportuni-
tas County have always
ties and provides an excellent view of
cherished John Clymer.
Mount Rainier on clear days. From this
In 1988, the Western Art
scenic viewpoint, you can also see Mt.
Association proposed the
Adams and the Stuart Range. It’s great
idea to build a museum
for picnicking, hiking, and photography.
to honor John Ford Cly-
Follow Reecer Creek Road and watch
mer and his work.
for signs along the way.
Lion’s Rock is located just north of El-
Dick and Jane’s Spot: 101 N Pearl St. This is a must see when in Ellensburg. It is an amazing art work in process: a house/
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fence/yard covered in reflectors!
They aren’t “open to the public”, but you can see plenty from the
sidewalk! They will arrange a tour though, if you like. Check out the website for photos:
http://www.reflectorart.com/
Don’t forget to check out the local movie theatres! Both Libery Theatre and Grand Meridian Cinemas get all the latest flicks. So grab some friends or a hot date and spend a night at the movies!
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How many have YOU done? q Memorial Pool
q Library q q Yakama Nation Cultural Heritage Center q q Chimp/Human Communication Institute q q Clymer Museum of Art q Lions Rock q q q Dick and Jane’s Spot q Liberty Theatre / Grand Meridian Cinema
For even more recreational activities, please visit: http://www.ellensburg-chamber.com/ellensburg/recreation.asp
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Emerald City
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From Woodland Park Zoo to the Seattle Symphony, from Broadway shows to International Film festivals, Seattle boasts fun for everyone. But in these hard times, we can’t all be out
Housed jointly in a 140,000-square-foot Frank O. Gehry-designed structure, the Experience Music Project and Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame offer free admission from 5 to 8 p.m. each first Thursday.
In Volunteer Park on Capitol Hill, the Seattle Asian Art Museum opens its doors free of charge each first Thursday and Saturday.
spending our hard earned cash on culture and fun. And the great news is, you don’t have to! Seattle offers a huge range of awesome stuff to do that doesn’t cost a cent! As long as you have a car and some gas money, you can jet around Seattle, taking advantage of the free fun the city has to offer! In addition to the many free events and activities we list here, don’t forget the nearby State parks and nature trails that allow you to enjoy the beautiful, Northwest weather.
Free each first Thursday, the Seattle Art Museum’s sleek downtown digs recently expanded to make more room for its impressive collection of contemporary and modernist works and Native American, African, Asian, and Australian indigenous art.
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Discover the natural splendor of the Pacific Rim at the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture, free first Thursdays (10 a.m. to 8 p.m.).
Browse edgy indie crafts and functional art at I Heart Rummage, a craft fair with an alternative flair held the first Sunday of most months at Belltown’s Crocodile Café.
In Pike Place Market, Vital Tea Leaf (1401 1st Ave.) offers free tastings of high-end tea in a traditional Chinese-style teahouse.
Downtown Seattle, while compact enough to wander by foot, is easily traversed by bus as well—especially from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. when all downtown buses are free.
First Thursdays are free at the Museum of History and Industry which chronicles more than 150 years of Seattle history.
Stop to smell the 280 rose varieties while strolling the grass pathways at the Woodland Park Zoo’s Rose Garden, free of charge since opening in 1924. Seattle’s moderate climate boasts one of the world’s finest rose-growing habitats and is one of 24 All-America Rose Selections Test Gardens in the country.
Catch a lunchtime concert at City Hall every first and third Thursday. The series’ Seattle-area performers range in genre from world music to big bands, folk, and jazz.
Explore the Frye Art Museum’s rotating selection of its large collection of 19th and 20th century art. Admission is free and complimentary tours are available Wednesday through Sunday at 1:30 p.m.
Admire the refurbished Paramount Theatre’s ornate décor! The first Saturday of each month, free 90-minute tours leave from the main entrance at 10 a.m.
The Seattle Art Museum's waterfront Olympic Sculpture Park is a nine-acre industrial-site-turned-green space. Dotted with contemporary works of art, the park is set against a spectacular backdrop of Puget Sound and the Cascade Range with a pedestrian path that leads to a beach. Open daily, free of charge.
Snap a quirky photo in front of the 18-foot-tall(5.5meter),one-eyed stone troll who lurks beneath the George Washington Memorial Bridge made famous by the movie 10 Things I Hate About You) at N. 36th Street in Fremont. August 2009
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Wanna get to know the Ellensburg that locals love?
Don’t forget to check out the Ellensburg Pasta Co. Locals rave about their menu which includes: Wines, Take Out, Steaks, Soups, Salads, Pastas, Lunch, Dinner, Dine In, Desserts, & Catering.
(509) 933-3330 600 N Main St
The Tav: Neighborhood Pub Located on West 4th Avenue,The Tav is the place to go on a Friday/ Saturday to meet friends, shoot pool and drink beer!! Most well known watering hole among professionals, students, working stiffs, moms, tourists, etc. You will never be wanting more food after you have eaten at the tav!! Their portions are huge and they challenge even the biggest eater with thier burgers like the hungry mother. A can’t miss for a quick lunch with friends or a casual date.
Valley Cafe Valley Cafe, downtown, between Main and Pearl Streets, has been described as the best restaurant in Ellensburg.Their menu features the lamb that Ellensburg is known for around these parts, among other entrees. The cafe dates back to 1930. It was remodelled in the Art Deco style in 1938 and still bears the subtle, understated Art Deco touches throughout - look at the lighting, the mirrors, the curve of the window, etc. A counter runs down the length of the restaurant, with mahogany booths and a mahogany bar back.
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First Friday Artwalk The First Friday Artwalk is a selfguided walking tour of the City of Ellensburg’s participating art venues which takes place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the first Friday of every month. With more than 20 venues offering free wine tastings and a glance at local art, the First Friday Artwalk is a great opportunity to get some fresh air and get to know some locals.Contact the Ellensburg Arts Commission for more information. www.ellensburgarts.com
Sazon Located in historic down-
Iron Horse Brewery You can now find Iron Horse Brewery
town Ellensburg, Saz贸n is an ecletic blend of a comfortable atmosphere, fine food and friendly faces. Saz贸n also offers a rotating beer and wine list which includes microbrews on tap and by the bottle and fine wines by the glass or the bottle.
ales on tap or in the bottle in both fine and slightly dubious establishments throughout Washington and Northern Idaho. You can stop by our tasting room to learn about and taste the beer, buy a case or fill a growler, take a tour or down a few pints at the bar, or just give us a hi-five. We practically live at the brewery, so feel free to call anytime to check and see if someone will be around. We are always more than happy to open up the brewery to the curious multitudes. We brew eight different beers that we want you to come by and try.
The Gorge Ampitheatre The Gorge Amphitheater is a popular place for outdoor concerts, located among the vineyards in Central Washington just off Interstate 90 close to the town of George. The amphitheater is on the cliffs overlooking the Columbia River gorge. It is home of the annual Sasquatch! Music Festival, the Vans Warped Tour, and the west edition of the Christian music festival Creation Festival. 40 minutes from Ellensburg.
Mount Rainier National Park Mount Rainier National Park offers excellent opportunities for scenic drives, hiking, and mountain climbing. Most roads are open from late May to early October and all provide stunning views and access to a variety of hiking trails and other sites. While many visitors attempt to see the park in a day, consider an indepth exploration of on one or two areas of the park. Visitors should be aware that mountain weather is very changeable. Wet, cold weather can occur anytime of the year. Although late-July and August are generally the driest and warmest time of the year, summer can also be wet and cool. Snow will remain at the 5,000 to 8,000 feet elevation well into mid-July. http://www.nps.gov/mora/ August 2009
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The Stress
Free Guide to Moving
Moving can be stressful and painful and make you wanna pull your hair out. But no worries! With some planning, some help from your friends and some of our great tips, your move across country will be easy peasy lemon squeazy!
Planning Ahead Call friends to help with packing or loading - they are an invaluable resource during this hectic time. Save money by asking friends and family for boxes that they would be willing give away. Write everything down! Before you pack even one box, create a simple record keeping system. Create a computer-printed list of numbers with a space to write the contents. Or have a spiral-bound notebook for the job. You’ll place a number on EVERY box you pack and list the contents on your list. Don’t put the list down unless it’s in a place you’ll call Packing Central. Fill out the United States Postal Service change of address form six to eight weeks prior to your move to make sure you receive your mail when you relocate. And make sure you let the IRS know, too. A change of address form (Form No. 8822) is available on their Web site.
Packing Remember, it often can be cheaper to replace household items than to move them. A few days before you begin moving to your new city, take this moving tip: pack an essentials bag. It only takes
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10 minutes but it’s worth its weight in gold. In this bag, pack the things you can’t live without. Take those things as well as living essentials like a couple days’ worth of clothes and shoes, all the toiletries you use everyday, water, snacks, money, ID, medications, your move journal and/or folder with all contact numbers, and keys, if you have them! This way you ensure that you are prepared, no matter what happens during the transition.
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Electronic cords and small parts can easily be packed with clothes or sheets. Alternate between an electronic piece and a T-shirt or blanket, this will prevent harm to all items involved. While packing your boxes, keep a sack to the side for necessary items. In this sack you must have: snacks, scissors, phone, alarm codes, paper towels, and nail polish remover.
Moving Driving across the country can be a great trip. This is where a lot of your money is going to be spent, however. Gas, food and lodging can add up very quickly. There are ways to bring these costs down such as keeping homemade snacks in the car. Pop some popcorn before you leave your home or make some granola and get some fruit from the store. Bring a refillable water bottle. Try to fill up the gas tank once it reaches the halfway mark. This will keep you fresh and keep the trip broken up into more manageable parts. Each stop, take three to five minutes to walk around and stretch your legs.
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An estimated 39 million Americans relocate annually. That’s more people than the population of California!
Moving with your Cat
Arrving When you first arrive at your new home, plug in the phone. If you have an alarm system, and it is set off during moving procedures, the phone will save the police a visit out to your house. Once you arrive at your destination, you will be busy unpacking and setting up a new life, which includes exploring the neighborhood and meeting the neighbors. Your neighbors are surely busy with their own lives, but they will be curious about newcomers too and will welcome an introduction. Greet them and inquire about the area, or compliment them on their garden or some house fixture. Break the ice just like you had to at a new workplace or upon arriving at college without knowing a single soul. Figure out how you want your life to look once you move to a new city. Are there things you’ve promised yourself you wanted to change, but never got around to doing? Did you always want to learn how to make pottery? Are you moving near snow and do you want to learn how to ski? Do you want to be a better friend or more adventurous? Do you want to spend more time relaxing and being in tune with who you are instead of working 80-hour weeks? Once you’ve figured out what you want your new life to look like, your new city can help makeover your new life!
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• Confine your cat in a room while you get everything sorted out, eg, packing, furniture moving, etc. This will calm your cat down a little and will save time trying to find your cat. If you can, get somebody else to sit in the room with your cat. • When you are driving to your new house, keep your cat calm by taking a familiar blanket or such-like. Always provide food and water. • When in your new house, again confine your cat in the room in which s/he will be sleeping. Don’t put your cat in the garage, as s/ he will need to be with people for the first three months. Don’t subject your cat to too many unfamiliar situations at any one time. • After two or three days in your new house, let your cat explore the rooms; one at a time, mind, otherwise your cat will be overwhelmed, and might try to run away. • It may also be helpful to try a time-tested trick of placing butter on the cat’s paws. Being fastidious, cats feel compelled to lick all the butter off, while they are rooted to the spot. If you do this, think about placing your cat on the front or back doorstep. As they lick, they are taking in the smells, atmosphere and general feel of their new neighborhood. August 2009
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Central Washington
Wenatchee Situated in a fertile valley in Central Washington at the confluence of the Wenatchee and Columbia Rivers, Wenatchee is the second most populous city in the central part of the state. To the south and west, mountains provide a dramatic backdrop for the City. By the late 1890s, the stage was set for Wenatchee’s economic and population boom. The Wenatchee Valley’s arid climate, rich volcanic soil, and proximity to the Columbia and Wenatchee Rivers proved to be an excellent combination for agricultural success. Within a few years, the Valley was covered with row upon row of young fruit trees. Apples were shipped to all parts of the world, and more and more people, learning of ‘the valley of the apples,’ came here to stay. Within 25 years, Wenatchee became the center of the greatest apple-producing region in the world. The City experienced its largest population increase between 1990 and 2000, growing by more than 6,000 to a population of 27,856.
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Union Gap Union Gap is a city in
George Located at exit 149 on Inter-
state 90 in central Washington State, the City of George, Washington, is the only city in the nation named after the full name of a president. We are located at the southern entrance to the Columbia Basin Plateau and the Columbia Basin Reclamation Project. Six miles west of George is the famous Gorge Amphitheater overlooking the spectacular Columbia River Gorge. Regularly scheduled big-name concerts “In the Gorge by George” throughout the summer insure ample business opportunities. As many as 250,000 concert-goers are expected to visit during the concert season. We have sunny, dry and warm summers with temperatures in the 80’s and 90’s, and winters with cold temperatures and occasional snow. Our average annual precipitation averages 8 inches. With our proximity to the Interstate, we anticipate significant growth in the future.
Yakima County, Washington, in the United States. As of the 2000 census, the city population was 6,311. The city of Union Gap was originally named Yakima and was officially incorporated on November 23, 1883. When bypassed by the Northern Pacific Railroad in December 1884, over 100 buildings were moved with rollers and horse teams to the nearby site of the depot. The new city was dubbed North Yakima. In 1918, North Yakima was changed to simply Yakima, and the original town to the south was named Union Gap.
Other Central Washington cities to check out in your spare time are: Chelan, East Wentachee, Ephrata, Moses Lake, Omak, the Tri-Cities- Which consists of Kennewick, Richland, and Pasco. Visit http:// ncwportal.com/ for more information on the area!
connecting in
Ellensburg
New to town? Spend too much time online and not enough time interfacing with people in real life? We know it’s hard to meet people you can connect with even if you like the people you work with or have classes with. So get off your computer, put on a clean shirt and go out and explore your new town! You can meet people everywhere you go - the grocery store, the gas station, the coffee shops - you just can’t be scared to talk to them! Some of them might be crazy, others might be boring, but you never know where you will meet someone you can really connect with. Time, effort and courage will help you integrate yourself into your new community. Remember - it’s a gradual process, but your patience will be rewarded in the long run. Go for a drive, walk or bicycle ride to learn your way around , meet your new neighbors and see your new town.
Check out these sites to stay up on local stuff: www.thinkburg.com www.kvnews.com
Connections E’Burg Book Club
Looking for folks who are interested in reading and discussing books? Head on down the local coffee shop and get ready for some heady fun. http://bookclub. meetup.com/1504/
Grant’s Pizza Place
Grants Pizza Place is not classy, it’s not amazing, and it’s not .....what you’re used to...or what you expect. But it’s fun, original and a humble environment! 716 E University Way
Starlight Lounge
Great atmosphere, a step back in time with all the brick. The martini selection is pretty awesome and the drinks in general are incredible. 402 N Pearl St
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Arnie’s Horseshoe Sports Bar
While you don’t need to be wearing a suit to get in, looking nice will help. The crowd is attractive and the bartenders even more so. 106 W 3rd Ave
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What’s Happening?
Event Calendar 2009
Podunk Annual Events Just because you live in the middle of Central Nowhere doesn’t mean there aren’t fun events for you to check out! Mark these on your calendar and if you can’t make it in 2009, don’t worry: they will happen next year, too! Jazz in the Valley July 24 - 26 $35 for three days www.jazzinthevalley.com Kittitas County Fair September 3 - 7 $20 for four days, or $7 a day www.kittitascountyfair.com Ellensburg Rodeo September 4 - 7 $15 - $35 www.ellensburgrodeo.com Paint Ellenburg September 19 Free, $25 tickets to auction enee@gallery-one.org Ellensburg Film Festival October 2 - 4 $3 student ticket www.ellensburgfilmfestival.com
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Washington State Running Events 09/05/09 Parkland Pace of Race (Tacoma) 09/13/09 US Women’s Triathalon Series (Federal Way) 10/25/09 Tri-Cities Marathon (Richland) 11/28/09 Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2009 (Seattle)
Keep Up to Date!
http://www.nwrunner.com/ http://www.racecenter.com/
Central Washington University Presents... Comedian Bill Cosby will be the capstone entertainment for Central Washington University’s homecoming celebration this fall. The 71-year-old Cosby takes the stage at CWU’s Nicholson Pavilion at 8 p.m. Oct. 24. $25 for CWU students.
Entertainment
Theatre in Washington
Like live theatre? Seattle offers tons of cheap and free theatre options! Catch lunchtime preview seminars of Pacific Northwest Ballet performances some Tuesdays at the Central Seattle Public Library. Wooden O Theatre Productions, a free Shakespeare company, performs modern takes on classics outdoors at various parks around Seattle during the summer. 5th Avenue Theatre’s producing artistic director hosts free, educational Spotlight Nights (every couple of months) featuring guest speakers and performers who intertwine song, dance, interviews, video clips, and more at these popular behind-thescenes previews of upcoming shows. At the SeaMonster Lounge in Wallingford, Tuesday nights mean live burlesque shows hosted by the racy Shanghai Pearl for the 21 and over crowd, starting at 10:30 p.m.
The Village Theatre in Everett, WA The 2009 - 2010 season includes Chasing Nicolette, Meet Me in St. Louis, Lost in Yonkers, The Gipsy King and 42nd Street. The Issaquah company, which specializes in musicals, has gradually upped the visual ante with increasingly elaborate, impressive and expensive production values. – The Seattle Times
Seattle’s Live Theatre Week During the week, local theatres form a united front and work together to open their doors to you, your family and your friends. Whether you’re looking to just peek behind the scenes, watch an artist at work or actually get on stage and play, we’ve got something for you. You can attend complimentary performances during the national Free Night of Theater. http://seattleperforms.com
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Fashion
Winter Survival Guide
How to look cute in the rain and cold!
for an adorable outfit. Get creative with fall and winter neighborhood, wear Wellingtons or rain boots. Mean- colors while, in an extra baggie, carry your favorite pair of heels. . Layers. The first layer should be a comfortably light fabWhen you get to work or class, switch footwear! ric that will wick sweat away from your body. Avoid pure Shoes. When choosing winter shoes, be sure to pick a cotton, linen, or other similar materials, however, because these fabrics retain moisture and will chill you. size that will allow room for air to circulate.
Carry your heels. When walking through the city or
Keep clean. Rain means wet and wet means mud. To Heavier fabrics. Now is the time to wear those cable maintain your clothing, clean and dry anything sullied as soon as you get home. Woolite is great garment cleaner and use a rag and some water to clean your shoes.
Skinny jeans. Skinny jeans are great in rain because (1) the bottoms of your jeans won’t drag in puddles and (2) if you want to wear boots you can easily tuck the jeans in.
Accessories.
Cold weather does have its fashion plusses! You can layer and accessorize to your hearts delight. Break out the berets, scarves, tights, coats and gloves
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knit sweaters and classy shawls! There are some great fabrics for cold weather, start shopping around for some! Though they may not be as slimming, the looks are often more elegant.
Umbrella.
To maintain your hair and outfit you’ll want to stay out of the rain as best as possible. Carry an umbrella with you at all times.
Stay comfortable.
If it’s 40 degrees out and pouring, you’ll want to skip the heels for today and opt for the heavier, less slimming coat. If you’re slipping in your heels and soaked to the bone, it won’t matter how good you look. Remember to moisturize.
Practical Living
Winter Survival Guide
Cold Weather Tips and Tricks... When you know you will be driving in cold or inclement weather, have a full tank of gas and stock your car with extra non-perishable food.... It is also a good idea to carry extra blankets, flashlights, portable lights, salt, de-icer, hand warmers, tools and hardware in your car trunk... Drink water. Keeping yourself internally moisturized and nourished is the number one way to prevent dry skin in cold weather... Moisturize your lips. The skin on your lips retains less moisture than other parts of the body.... For cold weather survival tips: www.survivaltopics.com How to De-Ice Your Windshield
Running in Cold Weather Take care to invest in a ski mask, beanie or other hat that will fully cover your head and neck. A scarf or bandana around your head would work fine also. Suit up for the jog by wearing more than one layer of clothing, this means add on extra shirts, shorts, mittens and possibly pants. A good tip would be to double up on socks, keep your feet extra warm! Wear shoes that have lots of traction at the bottom. This will ensure that you don’t slip and fall due to water or snow on the ground. Walk for up to 5 min and slowly begin to increase your speed as you will heat up. The faster you run the more your body heat will go up!
Turn on the car. Put the defroster on the hottest setting and turn on the air conditioner (many modern cars automatically engage the air conditioner when you turn on the defroster). Set the defroster fan to low. Brush snow off the windshield. Spray de-icing solution on the windshield. (You can make your own de-icing solution--a mixture of half water and half vinegar.) Scrape the ice off the outside of the windshield using an ice scraper or, in a pinch, a credit card.
How to Drive Safely in Snow and Ice Learn how to control a skid. If the rear end of your car is skidding out to the left, turn your steering wheel left. The front end will be rotating to the right in such a situation, so you are actually steering opposite to the direction your front end is skidding. Practice controlled skids in a safe area so your reactions become automatic. Avoid oversteering on icy roads. If your vehicle doesn’t respond right away to steering inputs, don’t keep turning the wheel—-you may trigger a snap skid.
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Making Friends
16 Easy Ways to Make
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1. Join a health club: Solves two problems; you’ll be- 8. Volunteer: Help build houses for Habitat for Hucome less of a couch potato and more fit. Think of all the manity; give out beverages at marathons, or join one of people you will meet. the many volunteer organizations. 2. Go to Museums: Many museums have special 9. Have a Party: Invite your friends and tell them they events and members only events. Become a member and have to bring two friends. meet lots of cultured people. 10. Go to every party you are invited to: even if 3. Go to sporting events: Go to sporting events of you don’t want to go . . . go. You never know who you’ll any kind; soccer, football, basketball, etc. Go to profes- meet. sional games or college games, guaranteed to have fun. 11. Go to seminars: Lots of people go to seminars 4. Go to Flea Markets and Antique Shows: While alone; great place to start a conversation. you’re browsing the finds, you can people watch. 12. Go to Wine Tastings: Sometimes local restaurants 5. Play a Sport: Have you ever wanted to play soccer have a wine-tasting night. after watching a game on TV? Lots of towns have adult sport programs. 13. Go skiing, snowmobiling, snowboarding 6. Join a Book Club: Check this out at your local library. Reading books and sharing them is another great way to get to know people.
14. Take a yoga, Tai Chi class: Relieve tensions and meet other enlightened people.
15. Get a new job: Is your job boring, going nowhere, 7. Join a Singles Group: Self-explanatory, there are maybe you need a change. A new job is a great place to many singles organizations out there that plan singles make some new relationships. dances, get-aways, etc. 16. Talk to everyone, everywhere!!
Local Profile: The Masons “Both Troy and I are fighting to keep our jobs and stay afloat but staying positive:) The kids are growing like weeds. We have a new little guy named Nathan that we are adopting. We were not planning on it, but he was just such a good fit for our family we could not say no....Like you said we are only about 2 hours away so please give [Katie] our info and tell her she is welcome to come over and visit or stay whenever she wants. We both really like her and think she is a hoot” - Scott. To contact: troy.mason@comcast.net 2 7 1 2 1 3 4 6 t h av e se R a v ensd a le 98 0 51
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