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t’s August and changes are in the air. Life is busy and often we get into our own little routine, each day much like the last. Then, just when we least expect it, powerful changes come along to upset the “apple cart.” Bye-bye routine, hello chaos!

What’s a woman supposed to do? We are taught to believe that change is good, but the truth is that some changes don’t “feel” good. So when it seems like things are happening that you can’t control, what then? When change came knocking at my door recently I chose to add something new to my life, a “relaxing” hobby I never would have considered before: fly fishing. Ladies, here’s a secret that our lovely men haven’t shared. Standing in the middle of a river all alone with nature and concentrating on maintaining your balance while at the same time repeatedly casting your line is SUPER relaxing! I found that you are simply too absorbed in what you are doing to think about problems. Perhaps the most important secret they aren’t sharing…you can lose weight without giving up food! Lots of energy goes into that balancing part with the river’s current constantly pushing up against you.

Change is simply a part of life & it’s all about navigating your way through it without losing your “cool”. Inside this August edition you’ll find some great ideas about how to embrace change in your life with articles like “Ways to Express Yourself in August” on pg 6. “Bold Moves” on pg 8 will help you think outside the box while decorating your home & we’ve also including some tips for spicing up your make up routine.

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10 Ways to Express Yourself in

There are all kinds of ways to express your inner self.

This month, try any or all of the following ten ways to indulge your creative side.

BY PEACHES MCCAHILL

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Write. Write a letter, short story or even some poetry.

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Sing. Sing like nobody is listening.

Even consider writing a song.

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Create a dream board. Find images that depict the life of your dreams.

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To create one’s world in any of the arts takes courage."

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Collage. This engaging craft allows you to express yourself through the images you select.

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3 6 Style yourself.

Express yourself via your clothes, hair and nails.

Dance. To escape or de-stress, throw on some music and get moving!

Decorate. Choose colors, furniture and decor that reflects who you are.

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Take photos.

Whatever you use—your phone or a DSLR camera— record life as it happens around you.

10 Start a blog. Share your thoughts and ideas with the world.

8 ABOUT THE AUTHOR Peaches McCahill is founder and president of The McCahill Group, a leading provider of health, wellness, beauty and talent solutions, and owner of M Power Studio. She has a passion to inspire others with simplistic lifestyle suggestions.

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Bold Moves: Spicing up your home decor

BY LORI MARKS

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reativity is key in today’s interior design process.

Increasingly, people

are looking for ways to add the “wow” factor to their space with bold choices and design features. But what truly defines a bold space? How do you use the concept in your design choices while still reflecting your personality and giving your room the attention it deserves? Start with the following ideas, and you may be surprised at the number of ways you can create the attention-grabbing space you’re after.

Go for Color

Naturally, color is often the first thing people think of when creating a vivid space. From walls to furniture to accessories, color makes a dramatic difference.

Colorful walls can create the “shell” necessary to develop the rest of the room and the choices are endless, so you’re bound to find something you love.

If you’re not quite ready to commit to significant color, an accent wall could be the perfect way to go. If you’re uncertain about color selection, start first by selecting your furniture and fabrics. Once you know what you’re working with from a fabric and style standpoint, it’s much easier to create that jewel-toned accent wall or the navy blue family room you’ve always wanted. Or, skip the bold color on the walls altogether, instead opting to keep the walls light, bright and white and let the color of your furniture pieces, artwork or accessories do the talking

Add Patterns and Texture

These two design elements combine to create the perfect bold look. Today, there are hundreds of patterns, textures and colors from which to choose.

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Blending texture and pattern adds depth, dimension and character to a room. Choose a bright, daring pattern in your accent chairs or ottoman to add emphasis to a contemporary space or select a unique pattern with more muted colors for a fun and quirky cottage look. Be sure to toss in some textured pillows that catch your eye (fuzzy pillows are back) or some that add a pop of color and pull your pieces all together. Finally, throw in an area rug that also utilizes these elements to “bring the bold” and adds cohesion to your space.

Bold simplicity is the keynote to good design.”

—Sailor Jerry

Look to the Wall

If you’re looking for another outside-of-the-box option, consider using pattern and texture on your walls. In recent years, wallpaper has pushed its way to the forefront again as more artists creating one-ofa-kind designs with options ranging from prints and textures to custom graphics. Try these bold styles in a bathroom, an entry area or on a focal wall in your dining room. On a smaller scale, create something dramatic over the fireplace, in a workspace nook or on

the riser of your wooden stairs. Choose a pattern with a white backdrop if you still want a bold look without too much color and play up the pattern with wall accents like mirrors or framed photographs. With rustic pieces being all the rage, look for reclaimed wood and use it on your wall, keeping it natural or giving it a white washed look. Either way, the texture of the wood is attention grabbing, whether used in today’s modern farmhouse or in a trendy urban loft.

Display and Accessorize

Even if you prefer a neutral space, you can go bold with art and accessories; a set of canvas prints or a large-scale colorful piece of art offers enjoyment and also reflects your personality. Likewise, creating a collage on a single wall adds interest that everyone will notice. Photographs have long been used in creating collages, but today’s options include open display boxes in woods or rustic metals of varying sizes. Use them to add colorful accessory pieces and greenery — succulents are especially popular and come in various sizes and colors. Also consider collages with mirrors, clocks or other standout pieces and combine it with a shelf for other accessories or another piece of art. Mix it up and make it noticeable!

The definition of bold need not mean “in your face,” but rather, something that brings interest and attention to your room and reflects your style. Work with a designer to get started or discuss your ideas. You just have to be bold enough to begin!

Lori Marks currently works as a designer at Stonesthrow, helping clients redesign and refresh their interior space. To connect with Lori, visit Stonesthrowliving.com

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TALKING LOOK WHO’S TALKING

Raven Wynd

Artistic Medium “While my primary income for 26 years has been tattoos, I have always included other art forms in my life, including pencil, ink, paint, welding, as well as various other things I’ve delved into out of pure curiosity. I believe that different art forms play off of each other.”

What do you love about being an artist?

“I love being able to help people make their visions come true. I’m part of helping people reclaim their bodies - from surgery, scars, things they had no control over. I help them express themselves…a moment of emotion, captured on their body forever. I also love the way my skill has grown and developed over the years.”

What inspires you…both personally and artistically? “My clients inspire me. 90% of the

things I’ve done in the tattoo world I wouldn’t have done without their push and inspiration. I watch what other tattoo artists do online or in magazines (Guy Aitchinson, Jeff Gogue and others), not so that I can copy them, but to push myself not settle for the easiest. I also recommend watching Elizabeth Gilbert’s TED talk where she explains that inspiration comes in waves and it’s each individual’s choice to ride that wave or return to life as usual.”

Do you have any tips for nurturing the creative spark in each of us?

“Read, set up your stuff, get your solitude & your music- & express yourself. I keep a sketch book by me all the time. Don’t take yourself too seriously.

Have fun.”

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Nathifa Sligh

such an important task and one that I take seriously. I love that I can become a mouthpiece, in a sense, for people. To help them speak without speaking about their issues or even process through their life experiences.

To me, that is powerful and I love that I get to do that for people..”

Artistic Medium I am a mixed media artist so I use a lot of different products to create art.

I must say though, that I love paper and use it a lot in my work. I also love heavy body acrylic paints. There is just something about the consistency that brings me joy.

What inspires you…both personally and artistically?

“I am very inspired by the stories of people; their life experiences, joys, sorrows, and journeys. I think the thing that inspires me the most though is the person who needs encouragement. That is where my heart is. I absolutely love to bring them comfort and peace and let them know that they are loved and not forgotten.”

What do you love about being an artist? “I feel I’ve been granted the opportunity to share a viewpoint with the world in a very visual way. It’s

Do you have any tips for nurturing the creative spark in each of us?

“Practice every day or as much as you can and daydream a lot.”

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LOOK WHO’S TALKING Artistic Medium “I am a potter.

I work with stoneware, and primarily make functional pottery.

I began taking classes while in Pharmacy School at Ohio Northern University. After a 27 year break from having my hands in the clay to work as a hospital pharmacist and at-home mom, I signed up for a ceramics class at KVCC and I was hooked!”

What do you love about being an artist? “I love balancing the creativity with my background in science by experimenting.

For me, a good part of the excitement lies in the process and the discovery. I’ve always enjoyed art and making things, and I think this is a way of being true to my practical nature as well as my creative side. It is such a pleasure to be able to make something for others to use and enjoy. I particularly like to work with the clay through low-relief carving.

I work from photographs, found patterns and

Lisa Beams my imagination to create the design then draw, carve, finish, glaze and fire the work. Even though these pieces are very time intensive (usually 6-20 hours per piece) I find the work almost mesmerizing.”

What inspires you? “When trying out new ideas, I draw inspiration from architecture, textiles, gardens and the landscapes of our travels. My carved work often features folk art from my Swedish heritage as well as plants and flowers, especially hibiscus blooms.”

Do you have any tips for nurturing the creativity? “Take a drawing class to help you see everything in a new way - then go outside!

Notice the light, the textures, the patterns and make them your own.”

Anything else we should know? “I come from a long line of family that has always made do with what they were given. My paternal grandfather was a builder and tiled the family bath with all the cracked and left over tiles he had collected from previous jobs. My mom often built items for spinning or other crafts when she couldn’t find exactly what she needed and her dad built his own telescope from scratch grinding and polishing the lenses himself.

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LOOK WHO’S TALKING Artistic Medium “I am a face and body painter. I transform people of all ages into living works of art. I use cosmetic grade makeup, high quality face paint, glitter and gems to turn people into whatever they (or I) can dream up.

From small children to breast cancer survivors, I am blessed to be a part of magical moment in many people’s lives where they can come to me to be a tiger or princess for a day, or where they allow me to document their struggles and strength through body painting after a personal ordeal.”

Anna Wilinski about their favorite colors, themes or feelings that they want to get across. I am also incredibly inspired by nature. I love to look at flowers, scales, butterfly wings, water, fire, ice, insects and so on for patterns that I can use. I also love to look at fabric and pottery for amazing color combos and patterns.”

Do you have any tips for nurturing the creative spark in each of us?

“Just do it. Don’t worry about how it will turn out!

Work with other artists. It’s wonderful to collaborate with artists of the same or different mediums because sometimes two minds are better than one and you can brainstorm new ideas.”

What do you love about being an artist?

“I love being a face and body artist because it is so interactive. It is fun to see their reaction to the art when it is all done. I love it that people trust me to go with my artistic instinct and a lot of my body paintings are created on the spot without a lot of design thought beforehand.”

What inspires you? “First, I am inspired by the people who want to be my models. I usually ask them

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Thinking

Inside the Box C R O S S F I T E X P LAI NE D

BY KELLY BROWN

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hey say the first rule of CrossFit is to always talk about CrossFit. So here we are, talking about CrossFit.

CrossFit is a fitness regimen that incorporates highintensity interval training, Olympic weightlifting, plyometrics, powerlifting, girevoy sport, calisthenics, strongman and other exercises. But it’s more than a way to get into shape—it’s a way of bettering your life. How often do you find yourself bending over, struggling to pick up a 40lb bag of dog food at the grocery store? Or, trying to hoist heavy luggage onto the top of your car before a long road trip? CrossFit will help you with that.

CrossFit classes are an hour long and vary from day to day. Each one features a warm-up (think jumping jacks, push-ups, squats), mobility work (foam rolling), a strength portion (back squats, pull-ups, etc.) and finally, the Work Out of the Day (WOD). The WOD ranges from 8 minutes to 20 minutes and includes a variety of movements including power cleans, push jerks, pull-ups, handstand walks, running and rowing.

The goal is to challenge your body and learn to adapt; this means you’ll never see the same workout twice in one week, or even in a few months. However, there are “benchmark” workouts that, when repeated over time, allow you to track your progress.

Yes, CrossFit is an excellent fitness program, but more importantly, it’s a tight-knit community.

“The CrossFit culture is a family,” Cori Sullivan, coach and owner at CrossFit616 emphasized. “We workout together, we hold each other accountable, ask for help when we need it and help others in our community when they need it. We not only see each other every day, but we talk with each other which in turn develops relationships.”

The bond between members in a CrossFit gym is strong. The goal is to only compete against yourself while supporting others around you. Walk into any

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CrossFit box (gym) and you’ll find members cheering each other on until everyone has finished the WOD. You’ll find people staying late to hang out and enjoy each other’s company and spending time together outside of CrossFit hours. They help each other move, celebrate weddings and pregnancies together, and get excited when someone hits a new goal.

“There’s also this perceived world about CrossFit where you have to lift heavy, run fast and be the best of the best. That’s not true! We are just people looking to better our lives outside of the gym.”

CrossFit members aren’t just people you occasionally see and sweat with—they’re extended family.

So, what’s the holdup? CrossFit will better your life, keep you healthy, surround you with a supportive community, help you lift that bag of dog food—why isn’t everyone doing it?

“I believe all women and men, in general, are intimidated by CrossFit because it's new. It’s something they've never tried before, just like anything else,” Sullivan expressed. “There's also this perceived world about CrossFit where you have to lift heavy, run fast and be the best of the best. That’s not true! We are just people looking to better our lives outside of the gym. This means being able to mow our lawn without having to take a nap, play with our kids and enjoy hobbies like biking, hiking or skiing without getting tired.”

Avid CrossFit member, Anna Dettman (CrossFit Allendale) was looking for something to replace her

routine from college as a member of Grand Valley’s competitive cheerleading team.

“I love that every workout is different, so it never gets boring,” Dettman commented. “It’s nice to have goals to work for. And, since I've started CrossFit, eating is something I've learned so much about.”

For those looking to get serious, CrossFit is also a sport that begins with the CrossFit Open in February.

The Open includes workouts released each week that anyone, from all over the world can complete and submit their scores online for a chance to make it to CrossFit regionals. Those who make it to regionals compete for a top spot to make it to the CrossFit Games, held each summer. This year, the games will be taking place in Madison, Wisconsin.

If you’re not convinced yet, know that CrossFit burns upwards of 300 calories per session. And all that weightlifting will help build long, lean muscle that assists in burning fat throughout the day. Don’t worry though, CrossFit isn’t a program meant to bulk you up.

“It's nearly impossible for that to happen,” Sullivan explained. “When you see the women on ESPN competing in the sport of CrossFit, they look the way they do because it's their job. They are working out 3 to 6 hours a day. We are not in the sport of CrossFit. We are in the wellness portion of CrossFit.” The best part about CrossFit is tracking your progress.

Inspiration can come from something as simple as going from zero push-ups to two (or more!) in a month or less.

Kelly Brown is a writer, marketer and egg-eater. Her writing have been published across Michigan and the US. When she isn’t writing, she works full-time at Green Giftz, instructs at Beer City Barre, and attends classes at CrossFit 616.

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CHARRED SWEET POTATOES & SUMMER VEGETABLES 6 servings

1 pound sweet potatoes

1 cup cherry tomatoes

1 cup cut-up yellow squash, (1-inch chunks)

1 cup cut-up zucchini, (1-inch chunks)

3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 1 1/2 teaspoons McCormick® Paprika, Smoked 1 1/2 teaspoons Lawry’s® Garlic Salt with Parsley 1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Black Pepper, Coarse Ground

4 ounces Spanish chorizo sausage, finely chopped (about 1 cup)

1 cup chopped onion

2 tablespoons water

1 tablespoon sherry vinegar Pierce sweet potatoes with fork several times. Microwave on HIGH 3 minutes. Turn potatoes. Microwave again on HIGH 2 to 3 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender but still firm. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Peel potatoes and cut into 1-inch chunks.

Set aside.

Toss tomatoes, squash, zucchini, 1 tablespoon of the oil, paprika, garlic salt and pepper in medium bowl until well coated. Set aside.

Place large cast iron skillet on preheated grill over medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F). Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in cast iron skillet. Add potatoes; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until lightly charred and tender, stirring after each minute. Push potatoes around edges of pan.

Place chorizo and onion in center of pan. Cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until lightly charred. Push chorizo mixture around edges of pan. Add squash mixture to center of pan. Cover pan or close grill.

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1 tablespoon vegetable oil

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1 cup chopped yellow onion 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions 1/4 cup sour cream Place potatoes on microwavable plate. Pierce potatoes with fork several times. Microwave on HIGH 5 to 6 minutes or until fork-tender but still firm. Let stand until cool enough to handle. Toss potatoes, oil and 3 teaspoons of the Seasoning in large bowl until well coated.

Grill potatoes over medium heat 4 to 5 minutes or until skin is crispy, turning frequently. Meanwhile, cook and stir bacon in large cast iron skillet on the grill 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp. Add yellow onion and bell pepper; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until tender-crisp.

Push bacon mixture to one side of the skillet. Add potatoes to skillet on the other side. Smash each potato with heavy spatula, bottom of small sturdy bowl, or meat pounder. Sprinkle potatoes with remaining 2 teaspoons Seasoning.

Spoon bacon mixture over the potatoes. Sprinkle with cheese.

Cover pan or close grill. Cook 3 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

To serve, sprinkle with green onions and dollops of sour cream.

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Crack fresh eggs on top – and take brunch to epic flavor proportions.

1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/2 package (6 ounces) fully cooked chicken and apple sausage, sliced 1/2-inch thick

1 red, yellow or orange bell pepper, chopped

1 cup chopped onion

1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped

3 teaspoons McCormick® Grill Mates® Smokehouse Maple Seasoning, divided

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1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro Place large cast iron skillet on preheated grill over medium-high heat (375°F to 400°F). Heat oil in cast iron skillet. Add sausage; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly browned.

Stir in bell pepper, onion, jalapeño and 2 teaspoons of the Seasoning. Cook and stir 4 minutes or until

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Make 4 indentations with back of large spoon in hash browns. Break an egg into each indentation.

Sprinkle eggs with remaining 1 teaspoon Seasoning.

Cover. Cook 4 to 5 minutes or until whites are cooked

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TIP: A Fresno or serrano chile may be substituted for the jalapeño pepper.

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LOCAL SHOPPING

KIA GALLERY SHOP

BY ERICA SHIER

Museum gift shops have long been a go-to destination for art lovers looking for unique gifts or additions to their homes. The Gallery Shop at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts is no exception to this rule. Here you will find more than just reproductions of world-famous art, however. You’ll find one-of-a-kind pieces of art created by homegrown, local artists, as well as beautiful pieces from around the world. The Gallery Shop is located in the lobby of the KIA.

The Gallery Shop loves to feature the talents of local artists in a variety of mediums. The beautiful bowls shown above were created by potter Noelle Trese. KIA student Carol Bailey designed and hand painted the whimsical sheep mugs and sunflower bowl. Whatever your personal tastes in pottery, you’re sure to find something to suit in the shop.

The KIA Gallery Shop is proud to offer jewelry designed by a number of local artists and has recently begun carrying the creations of Kathy Bingaman from Three Rivers. Using primarily polymer clay and metal findings, Bingaman (a former KIA student) crafts wearable pieces of art that are lightweight and unique, the perfect addition to your collection.

The KIA museum shop is the perfect place to buy a gift for the little ones in your life. Unique and creative gifts like these 100% recycled sweater puppets by Cate & Levi are perfect for imaginative play. Each puppet is one-of-a-kind and made responsibly in Toronto by a company committed to sustainable production.

KIA offers an excellent selection of unique and colorful glassware from which to choose. Michael Fortin of Kalamazoo creates tall, richly colored class tumblers that are perfect for entertaining, while Michigan-native Barb Yearce makes beautiful glass flowers and multihued votive holders that will brighten up any room. U.P. resident Rick Shapiro produces beautiful vases (like the one pictured on the right) that make wonderful gifts.

The Gallery Shop also sells hand dyed and screen printed napkins and towels by local artist Jull Terwilliger. Vibrantly colored and featuring screen printed images of a variety of vegetables, these make perfect wedding gifts or additions to brighten up your own kitchen.

Adult coloring is a trend that is sweeping the nation as grownups everywhere rediscover the joys of relaxing with a fist-full of crayons or colored pencils. The KIA Gallery Shop has a wide selection of products to thrill the artist in your life, especially if that artist is you!

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The materials are cut into strips, stitched & then woven into the sturdy and stylish baskets shown above.

Erica Shier is a married mother of four who loves reading, scrapbooking & thrift stores. When she’s not driving her small pack of children around, she spends her time volunteering, writing & trying to keep on top of the laundry.

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BY ANDREW DOMINO

SEASON FOR A REASON info@seasonforareason.com etsy.com/shop/seasonforareason fb.com/seasonforareason You can find a variety of foods at the Kalamazoo Farmer’s Market—meat, vegetables & fresh-baked bread. One family’s offering at the market goes with every part of the meal: Season For A Reason, what its creators call “salt with a kick.”

“We first had it for pork chops, but now we spread it all over the place,” said Alicia Clemens of Kalamazoo, who makes five different kinds of seasoning mixtures for sale at local farmer’s markets and health food stores. “I can’t eat eggs without it anymore.”

Season For A Reason’s flavors each put a different take a blend of sea salt, pepper, and garlic powder, from the basic “Delicious Dash” and “Gary’s Classic” all the way up to the hot “Firey Flavor.” Gary is Clemens’ father, who concocted the seasoning several years ago for pork chops at home. After his death, Alicia and her brother Aaron, students at Western Michigan University, started trying to recreate the flavors.

“He never wrote down the recipe,” Clemens said. “We had to experiment to get it right.”

They joined a startup business group at WMU, which led to the Can-Do Kitchen. That’s where they learned about the marketing & business requirements of a small food company, and started networking with stores and other food-makers. They still use the Kitchen as a place to make up packages of seasoning.

Though Season For A Reason is a successful family affair — Alicia and Aaron’s mother, Lori, helps sell and promote the seasoning — Clemens isn’t ready to switch careers just yet. She is also a child care provider, and said that made her stand out at the WMU startup group, where everyone else was seeking a business degree.

Sales started in 2015, and Clemens said Season For A Reason is starting its market research, to find out which flavors sell best, and if they can make any tweaks to their product line. Already they have changed the labels on seasoning packages to make them easier to read.

She said the spices are all-natural & don’t include preservatives, a philosophy Season For A Reason will stick with as the Clemens’ continue selling their five seasoning packages.

Can-Do Kitchen provides commercial kitchen space, food business incubation, & workshops to entrepreneurs. For the following two businesses, Can-Do Kitchen played a part in their launch & continued success: DoughChicks & Season For a Reason. Read their stories below.

For more info on Can-Do Kitchen, visit www.candokitchen.org.

DOUGHCHICKS doughchicks.com fb.com/doughchick A Can-Do Kitchen veteran is still growing, and all without giving up on its goals. DoughChicks has been producing granola, energy bars & other snacks for almost a decade in Kalamazoo.

Denise Steely founded the company with her daughter, Kara, in Wisconsin before moving to Michigan in 2008.

DoughChicks is known for its KaraComets energy cookie, MidNight Crunch chocolate granola and its newer SolComets breakfast cookies. They’re snack bars packed with seeds, fruit and more than a few local or organic ingredients, like the Michigan honey and maple syrup in the orange cranberry cookies, or the organic carrots and raisins in the appropriately named carrot raisin breakfast cookies. The Steelys are both runners, and wanted to have an alternative to the available protein bars athletes often snack on before competition. Many of those bars have soy or gluten-based ingredients.

“I had a friend who had celiac disease (where people can’t eat the gluten found in wheat or other grains), and I had never heard of it before,” Steely said. “As I learned about it, I thought, there must be more people like that.”

She said it was regarded as a fad at first, & even now locating gluten-free ingredients can be a challenge. While being completely gluten-free isn’t the main marketing point of Dough Chicks, it’s something that many customers are looking for.

“We don’t put big signs out, but I know people want (to be gluten-free),” Steely said. “It’s fun to say, yes, everything is gluten-free.”

DoughChicks was an early part of the Can-Do Kitchen’s roster of local food businesses, with Kara Steely making use of her culinary arts school training and the kitchen facilities and marketing knowledge of the Can-Do Kitchen staff. The Steelys are now “graduates” of the Kitchen, though they still rent space at the facility to make batches of DoughChicks products. Like other local food creators, they sell the Kalamazoo Farmers Market, other local farmers markets and at several health food stores in Kalamazoo and Battle Creek.

“It’s steady year-round,” Steely said.

“Everybody wants to have healthy food.”

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Canvas Your Face as a

BY KATE BRANUM

L

ike all masterpieces, flawless makeup application requires proper preparation. Think of your face as a blank canvas & your makeup brushes as crucial art tools; before unleashing your inner Michelangelo, there are a few simple steps you should take to ensure a Sistine Chapel-worthy result.

Begin With a Clean Canvas

Before breaking out the powders and creams, you’ll want to ensure a clean complexion. Wash your face with warm water and a gentle cleanser, sans harsh ingredients that could lead to dry patches, redness or irritation. Remember that everyone’s skin type is different, so a facial wash that works for your friend may not work for you; take a trip to your local drug store and check out your options! Opt for a fragrance-free cleanser that doesn’t contain any alcohol or parabens, such as the Yes to Cucumbers Gentle Milk Cleanser or the Aveeno Active Naturals Ultra-Calming Foaming Cleanser.

After lathering and rinsing, lightly pat your face dry with a clean towel and apply a skin-clearing toner, such as the Alcohol-Free Neutrogena Toner or Thayers Lavender Witch Hazel with Aloe Vera, to catch any excess dirt or oil the facial wash may have missed. Simply squirt a small amount of toner on a soft cotton pad and rub it all over your face.

Apply a Base Coat

Now that your face is fresh, you’ll want to lay down a base for your makeup to make sure it stays magnifique all day. Facial primers have made waves in the world of beauty–and for good reason! Not only do primers fill in pores, but they also allow foundations and shadows to glide on smoothly and evenly. Try an illuminating primer, like the NXY Born to Glow Primer in Illuminating White, for a dewy sheen, or Benefit Cosmetics The POREfessional Matte Rescue Primer for a matte finish.

Alternatively, you could swap the primer for a silky

facial moisturizer. Combat dry skin with a thick, creamy concoction such as Pond’s Crema S Nourishing Moisturizing Cream, balance blotchiness with a skin-calming blend such as the Yes To Tomatoes Daily Balancing Moisturizer or protect your skin from harmful UV rays with a two-in-one sunscreen moisturizer, such as the Boots No7 Beautiful Skin Oil-Free Skin Protector, SPF 25.

Paint Your Background

Many makeup moguls achieve an airbrushed complexion with the use of foundation and concealer.

Most cosmetic brands have a vast color spectrum of foundations to choose from, which can be a bit overwhelming for first-time buyers. To select the correct shade, pinpoint the color that most resembles your skin tone and swipe a tiny swatch on the underside of your forearm. The correct foundation shade will blend in completely, without looking cakey or chalky. If your skin contains warm undertones, opt for a yellow-toned foundation, and if your skin shade is on the cooler side, go for a foundation with blue or pink undertones. Apply the foundation with a large, dense brush or cosmetic sponge all over your face and jawline in a thin, even coat; make sure you blend the product down your neck to avoid harsh lines.

any problem spots, blending carefully with your finger or a cosmetic sponge.

Lock It In

Preserve your hard work with translucent powder. A light dusting of face powder will help your foundation stay in place and combat creasing around your mouth and eyes. Try a smooth mineral blend such as the NXY Translucent Studio Finishing Powder or a glowing, summer-ready sheen such as the Cover FX Illuminating Setting Powder.

If you aren’t keen on the feel of face powder, consider misting your face with a light, makeup setting spray, such as the Pixi by Petra Makeup Fixing Mist or the Maybelline Master Fix by Face Studio Setting Spray.

This refreshing alternative is a popular summer staple, preventing sweat streaks & excess oil.

As for concealer, you’ll want to select a shade that is one or two shades lighter than your natural skin tone. While foundation is meant to be applied to your entire face, the purpose of concealer is to correct dark under-eye circles, redness and blemishes. Dab the concealer in small dots under your eyes and on

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Fly Fishing & Other “Lures” W

hat do Oprah Winfrey, Rosalyn Carter, Heather Thomas and Ginger Rogers all have in common? They love(d) to fly fish.

Through the years many women have tried fly fishing and love it. Some love the peace and quiet (sorry no Chatty Cathy’s or kids allowed).

Others go for the beautiful surroundings and still others go just to catch some fish. No matter what you think you might love about this sport, you should definitely give it a try.

It’s yet another way to enjoy our great state of Michigan, where rivers are plentiful.

GETTING STARTED

According to Emerald LaFortune, a guide for OARS and the Executive Director for the Redside Foundation, getting started is easy. Just follow these simple steps: • Start with a guided river trip.

• Don’t be fooled – the lower the testosterone level the easier it is to learn fly fishing. Fly fishing requires finesse, listening and watching the river.

“The best fishermen and fisher-women I know are those who can imagine what a fish is thinking— which takes patience, empathy and big picture awareness—all of which ladies innately possess.”

SOME HISTORY As early as 1496, it was reported that Dame Juliana Berners, a noble born English nun, was the author of the earliest written work of flyfishing instructions. Historians are still debating whether this is fact or fiction.

• Have the ability to laugh it off….when the line gets hopelessly tangled and it WILL HAPPEN! Relax – it’s all part of the game.

• It’s Okay to Take a Break – Don’t forget to stop and enjoy the scenery.

Carrie Gertrude Stevens (1882–1970)

revolutionized the world of fly tying at the beginning of the twentieth century when she created the Grey Ghost lure. Born in Wisconsin and a business owner by her late twenties, Carrie J. Frost (1868–1937) was instrumental in making Stevens Point, Wisconsin, the “Fly Tackle Capital of the World.”

In 1932, the first women’s fishing organization was founded by Julia Freeman Fairchild.

The Woman Flyfishers Club was chartered in New York and started with thirty-five members.

WOMEN DO EVERYTHING WITH HEART – EVEN FLY FISHING Casting For Recovery: Sometimes the simplest ideas are the best. In 1996 Gwenn Perkins (a former Orvis

casting instructor) and breast reconstruction surgeon Dr. Benita Wilson theorized that the physical and spiritual aspects of fly fishing could be of great benefit to breast cancer survivors. Together they launched Casting for Recovery in Manchester, Vermont and began the task of raising money so they could host weekend fly-fishing retreats that survivors could attend at no cost to them. Not only does the fly fishing allow women to exercise soft muscle tissue that is often damaged by radiation and surgery and thereby aid their recovery, participants receive counseling and education in a relaxing setting free from the stress of home and work environments. In just over 20 years Casting for Recovery has taken nearly 5,000 women on retreat. The organization was also honored with the American Museum of Fly Fishing’s Heritage Award in 2010 and was recognized one of the country’s top twenty nonprofits by the New York Times 2010.

Fly Fishing Kids: Kathy Scott is a native

of northern Michigan who made a name for herself in the world of fly fishing while living in Maine. Because she believes in the in the power of fly fishing to change lives, Scott started Fly Fishing Kids in 2002 at the Lawrence Junior High School in Fairfield, Maine. Fly Fishing Kids was even featured nationally on the PBS series Zoom. Scott’s program continues to be offered at Lawrence, and she continues to promote fly-fishing education in schools across the country. Trout Unlimited recognized her contributions to fly fishing by honoring her with the National Youth Education Award in 2009.

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• Find a Role Model – Lots of women love fly fishing – follow one on social media or pick up one of their books. Find a great instructor or guide and follow through on that first trip.

(Ladies, this great instructor is probably not your husband or significant other – unless he’s the exception to the norm!)

THE “OUTFIT” YOU’LL NEED • Fly Rod and Reel • Line & Accessories • Flies • Vests

• Waders (Depending on the type you may also need boots) • Baseball Cap!

SUGGESTED READING Kathy Scott | Moose in the Water, Bamboo on the Bench | Kathy is an

accomplished writer and has published four books that tell the story of her life through fly fishing and the great outdoors. Her first book, Moose in the Water, Bamboo on the Bench (2000), introduces Scott and her husband, rod maker David Van Burgel; in Headwaters Fall as Snow (2003), Scott examines the winter months between fly-fishing seasons; in Changing Planes (2008), she makes her own bamboo rod; and in her latest book, Brook Trout Forest (2011), Scott and Van Burgel make twin bamboo rods and travel to Labrador. Readers often comment that Scott has the uncanny ability to make them feel as if they are part of the story.

Lyla Foggia | Reel Women: The World of Women Who Fish | Lyla Foggia saw a

publishing void in regards to the history of women in fishing, so she decided to use her research talent and writing skill to fill the gap. Her book was the first to present five hundred years of women’s fishing history, including fly fishing, in one source. Field & Stream magazine honored the book in 1999 as one of the top twenty-five best fishing books in print.

Margot Page | Little Rivers: Tales of a Woman Angler | The first of its kind, this book

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Climbing The Walls

BY RICK VUYST

V

ines and vineyards have a rich history; from the Middle East

to France and beyond, there is evidence of wine production dating back to 4,000 BC and numerous Biblical references celebrating vines–talk about “Davine” intervention! While different types of vines vary in functionality, all are versatile and can drastically amp the aesthetic of your landscape.

Whether you have limited space or an abundance of land, the list of vines you could experiment with to create an intriguing landscape is extensive. From Climbing Hydrangeas to Trumpet Vine, Honeysuckle to Wisteria, you may find you have to apply “tough love” and slow their growth to encourage blooming.

If you let it, a vine will grow endlessly in lieu of producing blooms. In those cases, some root pruning or stress will remind the vine who is boss and kickstart blooming.

Wisteria

Make sure to have a strong structure for this vine with plenty of room to grow. A Wisteria can swallow a structure or building, but planted in the right place, the blooms and results are stunning.

Morning Glory Ipomoea

This vine is easy to grow in warm weather and has adorned many mailbox posts and lampposts in its day.

The tendrils of this tender annual are fast growing and adept at pirouetting.

This aggressive grower is quick to sprout; some even label it “invasive.” That said, if you have room to let it thrive, this woody vine produces blooms to attract hummingbirds to your yard and provides a visual explosion.

This herbaceous perennial has a broad interest due to the booming craft beer industry, and serves as an ornamental aspect to your yard in the summer.

Passion Vine Passiflora

For those looking to introduce exotic blooms into the yard, this may be the vine for you. Though the Passion Vine isn’t hardy in most areas of Michigan, (herbaceous habit surviving in zones six or warmer) don’t let it keep you from trying it out.

Moonflower

Here are some vines I suggest you try in your landscape to get growing.

Trumpet Vine

Hops (Humulus Lupulus)

Morning Glory

Clematis

The key to Clematis is “cool roots and hot tops.”

Mulched at the base with organic matter in the soil, place this plant in a sunny area and revel at its gorgeous flowers.

This delicate vine has unique unfurling white blooms, perfect for adorning decks where most of the evening entertainment will take place. With Moonflowers as well as Morning Glories, go easy on the nitrogen fertilizer (which grows more foliage), supplementing with some high phosphorus to encourage blooming in lieu of foliar growth.

Honeysuckle

With sweet yellow, orange or red blossoms, this easygrowing vine will attract pollinators, butterflies and hummingbirds to your landscape. Prune thoroughly during the fall and watch it spring back strong the following year.

Climbing Hydrangea

Sporting white lace cap blooms in the summer, aerial rootlets and glossy green foliage, this “clingy” vine is a must in the aerial landscape.

Climbing Roses Trumpet Vine

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These plants are heavy feeders that need sunlight and support. If given these three essential elements, a climbing rose can provide floriferous results for years to come.

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Letterpress: Why a 600-Year-Old Technology Still Gets So Much Attention Many businesses feel the pressure to be edgy and modern. So why do designers keep going back to something from the 15th century to make an impression on people today?

The reason is texture. We don’t just feel texture. We see it. Letterpress printing involves physically pressing a design plate or arrangement of text into paper. This creates more than just a mere copy. The process creates texture between the ink and the paper that can be felt and seen.

Letterpress changes business cards, stationery, and other print material into something more. No longer just objects passing information along, each piece becomes an experience, a joy to look at, and a truly unique statement.

Texture stays in people’s minds. When you want people to do more than just read your business card, your proposal, or your offer, consider the unique value expressed by the texture of your print assets. Something as old-fashioned as letterpress printing could make the difference.

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Baby Giraffe,Kijana + Lion Exhibit The newest addition to the Wild Africa Savanna is Kijana, which means junior or daughter in Swahili. Kijana’s mom stays very close but baby is more interested in exploring this new world of rolling hills and beautiful grass. When this picture, see right, was taken Kijana was three weeks old, over 6 feet tall, and beautiful.

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UPCOMING EVENTS August 5 & 6 Reptile Weekend

On Monday, July 17, a ribbon cutting launched Binder Park Zoo’s newest exhibit to Wild Africa featuring lions. Below is an image of the new residents, Salem & Shelia. The Binder Park Zoo lion exhibit includes a grassy meadow with a water hole reminiscent of the African plains. The enclosure will include a rock formation, which provides sheltering dens for the animals as well as a close-up viewing blind for visitors to observe the lions face-to-face through a glass wall.

August 13 Member’s Breakfast August 24 Tour de Zoo September 1 Sunset on Savanna October 14 Bonteboktoberfest October 19-29 ZooBoo December 15-23 ZooLights

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Beating the

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WINTER BLUES

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BY ASHLEY CARTER YOUNGBLOOD, LLMSW, LLMFT, CADC

I HATE TO BREAK IT TO YOU’, BUT WINTER IS COMING. For some, along

with the transition to colder temperatures and less daylight comes the “Winter Blues.”

This can mean depressed mood, low energy, sleep issues, having little interest in pleasurable activities, feeling sluggish or agitated, isolation, and difficulty concentrating.

Sound familiar?

The important thing to know is that the “Winter Blues” (formerly called Seasonal Affective Disorder but recently understood to simply be a seasonal pattern to Depression) is a real thing! And, symptoms often start around August/September, when the seasonal pattern means less daylight. So, it’s essential to be proactive before symptoms begin.

WHO IS AT RISK

While the “Winter Blues” can be experienced by anyone with ranging severity, the National Institute of Mental Health outlines some risk factors to which we can relate:

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essert and summer are a match made in heaven.

Sweltering summer afternoons might not be comfortable, but any discomfort can be quickly washed away with a refreshing dessert, such as the following recipe from Lou Seibert Pappas’ book, Ice Creams & Sorbets.

Kiwi Fruit Sorbet Makes about 1 quart

2 teaspoons grated lime or lemon zest 3⁄4 cup sugar, divided 3⁄4 cup water

2 pounds kiwi fruit (about 8 kiwi fruit), peeled and quartered

6 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime or lemon juice

2 limes, quartered In a small bowl, mash the zest with 1 teaspoon of the sugar to release the oils. Combine the remaining sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Cook until the syrup is clear. Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature. In a food processor or blender, purée the kiwi fruit with the juice, syrup and sugared zest. Transfer to a container, cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, about 3 hours.

Freeze in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions; to freeze without an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into a 9-inch nonreactive square pan. Cover with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and freeze just until solid, 2 to 3 hours. Scrape out into an electric mixer or food processor and process briefly until light and fluffy. Serve at once or transfer to a container, cover, and freeze until firm, about 2 hours. At serving time, garnish with a lime wedge to squeeze over each serving.

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Women are four times more likely to experience the “Winter Blues”.

Those who live farther from the equator and experience more grey cloud cover (Hello, Michigan!) have higher rates of seasonal mood changes.

Those with a history of depression or mood disorders are at higher

risk for seasonal depression.

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People who have a family history of other types of depression are more likely to develop a seasonal pattern of depression.

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Younger adults have a higher risk of the “Winter Blues” than older adults.

TREATMENT OPTIONS

There are four approaches to treating the “Winter Blues”. First, Vitamin D can be taken to improve mood. Vitamin D is the nutrient we absorb from the sun; something we obviously get less of with less sunlight. Research also shows Vitamin D is related to our body’s production of Serotonin, a neurotransmitter that affects mood. Know how wonderful you feel after spending a day outside soaking up the sun? That’s the Vitamin D talking.

Light therapy is another option that has a long history of treating seasonal mood disorders.

Therapy lights (Verilux is a well-known brand) can even be prescribed by a doctor, with recommendations to start treatment as early as this month. The idea is that one sits in front of a bright, artificial light to combat the light not naturally absorbed throughout the darker winter days. Similarly, medications like anti-depressants can be prescribed seasonally & proactively to avoid large mood changes.

Lastly, seeing a therapist can be recommended to learn skills to cope with and prevent the negative effects of seasonal mood change. Treatment outcomes with these options can vary based on person. Some only need to use one treatment & some use all four. Explore what works best for you and make sure to consult with your physician about your options.

OTHER HOLISTIC APPROACHES

Treatment for the “Winter Blues” doesn’t have to be complicated. Just like any other stressor, educate yourself and do what’s best for you. Track your moods from week to week or month to month so that you know your patterns. Take up a healthy hobby now in order to keep you active and social all winter long. Commit to an exercise routine to help those feel-good hormones naturally boost your mood. Explore your diet and cut out things that tend to spike mood (e.g. sugar, caffeine) so that you can avoid the crash later. Go to a support group. Start a book club to keep your mind active. Look at your Self in a holistic way, identifying every piece of the puzzle and how to logically improve your quality of life. Use your natural tendency to hibernate during the winter months as a step toward a better you.

Ashley Carter Youngblood is both a clinical Social Worker and a Marriage and Family Therapist at Meaningful Connections Counseling in Kalamazoo. She especially enjoys working with women and women’s issues in her practice in order to encourage female empowerment.

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August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Tibetan Buddhist Meditation/Study Group Tuesdays from 7:17pm - 8:30pm 1919 Stearns Ave., Kalamazoo. FREE. More Info at: 734-368-8701 or www.jewelheart.org August 2 - 30 Parkview Hills Residents’ Art Show Willow Lake Club Gallery Parkview Hills, 3707 Greenleaf Circle, Kalamazoo. 9 am to 9 pm. Reception: August 10, 6 – 8 pm.

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August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Anchored in Hope Pine Rest Portage Clinic. 6 - 7:30 pm. In a safe and supportive environment, women learn and share strategies for enhancing their sense of well-being and problem-solving abilities in a therapeutic setting. 269-910-7327. pinerest.org/ anchor August 3 – 5 Ribfest Arcadia Creek Festival Place. 11 am – 11:59 pm. Join us for Ribfest at Arcadia Creek Festival Place in Downtown Kalamazoo. The festival features three solid days of food, entertainment and fun.

Proceeds from the Kalamazoo Ribfest go to benefit the Arc Community Advocates. http://kalamazooribfest.com August 4 Art Hop Various Locations throughout Downtown Kalamazoo. 5 – 9 pm. Art Hop is a free event that features new art exhibits in a fun, casual atmosphere. Numerous galleries and businesses in the downtown area host a variety of artwork. Free. 269342-5059. www.kalamazooarts.com August 5, 12, 19, 26 Walking Tours of Downtown Kalamazoo Breweries Downtown Kalamazoo. 12 – 4:30 pm. Join West Michigan Beer Tours for a walking tour of some of downtown Kalamazoo’s 8 breweries. West Michigan Beer Tours is dedicated to providing craft beer lovers with fun, flavorful and educational tours.

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August 5, 12, 19, 26 Bookends Parchment Saturday Market Downtown Parchment every Saturday, 9 am – 3 pm. Join Bookends for the Parchment Saturday Market, featuring free music every Saturday 11 - 1. Baked goods, local artisans, and more. Rain or shine! Always looking for vendors! thebarbsbookends@gmail.com August 6, 13, 20, 27 Portage Market Portage Market. 10 am – 2 pm. The Portage Market is open every Sunday from 10am to 2pm, just behind the Public Library. Find 25 local farmers, artisans and producers bringing you fresh Michigan produce and goods every week through October. Everyone is welcome. We accept SNAP benefits, Double Up Food Bucks, WIC Project FRESH and Senior Market FRESH coupons. Free. 269-359-6727. pfcmarkets.com/all-markets/portagemarket/ August 7 Lost Nations Hike Lost Nations State Game Area. 10 am - 3 pm. Join the Chief Noonday and Chief Baw Beese Chapters of the North Country Trail for a guided hike in the Lost Nations State Game Area in Osseo, MI. You have a choice of two hikes on natural surfaces, one at 9.2 miles and a shorter hike at 3.8 miles. Free. www.northcountrytrail.org/cnd/ cnd/htm 269-341-5964 August 8 – 12 Kalamazoo County Youth Fair Kalamazoo County Expo Center. 9 am – 9 pm. Special Theme Days with free giveaways. Experience local farms with over 400 farm animals on display, Educational displays, 4-H Exhibits, Carnival rides, Games & Food. Fair Admission: Adults $6, Kids ages 6-12 $2, Kids 5 and under free. At the Fair, wristbands are $15 on Tue and $20 Wed - Sat. 269-383-8778. www. kalamazoocountyfair.com August 10 Building A Better You! Portage District Library. 6:30 - 8 pm. At this presentation, Dr. Osterhout will offer insight on natural solutions to autoimmunity. Learn about natural solutions to blood sugar issues, skin issues, mood issues, lack of energy & much more! Free. 269-329-4544.

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August 11 Bronco Brew Fest WMU Heritage Hall. 6 – 8:30 pm. The event will celebrate and feature nine alumni-owned breweries and offer guests the chance to enjoy four optional interactive presentations from industry experts. Each guest will receive a commemorative Bronco BrewFest sampling glass, ten (10) 2 oz. sample pours, pub-style appetizers, and more! $35 per person. 269-387-8746. Chris. praedel@wmich.edu August 12 Integrative Breathwork Workshop Unwindings, 5466 Holiday Terrace, Kalamazoo 8/12: 2 pm - 5 pm. A musical meditation for insight, emotional healing, creativity & renewal. $40. Pre-registration is needed. 269-388-2988. www.

AdamczAssociates.com August 12 Tomato Taste-Off Free event during the Fair A celebration of fresh, locally grown produce Kalamazoo County Expo Center, 2900 Lake Street.

10:30 am -1 pm (registration of tomatoes and garden baskets from 9-10 am) Enter your tomatoes and garden baskets in the competition or come to taste and vote. Sponsored by MSU Extension Master Gardener Program, Kalamazoo in Bloom & Kalamazoo County Youth FairMore information at kalamazooinbloom.org August 19 – 20 Kalamazoo Vintage Market Kalamazoo County Expo Center Main & South Lawn. Sat. 9 am – 4 pm, Sun. 10 am – 4 pm. Your favorite type of shopping is back for a two-day event! You will find antiques, collectibles, shabby chic, vintage, retro, and farmhouse style decor. Up-cyclers, salvaged items, quality handmade crafts, furniture builders, and boutique apparel will be included as well. Tickets are required for entrance from 9am-12pm. You can get these tickets FREE at three sponsor locations!

Garden House Antiques, Burgess Antique Center, and Timeless Furnishings. 269903-5820. moneys7714@sbcglobal.net August 20 Kalamazoo BB Gun & Airgun Show Kalamazoo County Expo Center North. 9 am – 3 pm. Over 100 tables of airguns, toy guns and BB guns for sale or trade!

This show promotes the collecting or air, toy, cap, and of course everyone’s favorite, the Daisy BB guns. Admission: Adults $3, Children under 12 are free. For more information contact Wes Powers at wespowers@comcast.net August 24 Tour de Zoo Binder Park Zoo. 5 – 9 pm. Tour de Zoo is a “bikes, beasts, and beers” event where fun-loving bike riders wheel their way through the Zoo. Stops at brewery

sponsored hydration stations refresh riders and allow for a toast to the animals!

The merriment continues under the pavilion with a variety of beer, awesome food, live music, games, and prizes for costumes and best themed bikes. 269979-1351. www.binderparkzoo.org August 25 Diva Deck Downtown Kalamazoo - All Diva’s on Deck . Save the date and listen to 103.3 KFR to win your way in.

August 26 2017 Healthy & Fit Expo Kalamazoo County Expo Center. Sat. 9 am – 4 pm, Sun. 10 am – 3 pm. An expo with Michigan’s leading professionals in the health and fitness field. An Olympic weightlifting competition will also take place. Held in Main Expo & Expo North. $3 each or 2 adults for $5, $2 each additional adult. Children 12 and under free. 517-716-1011. joel@ eisingerconsulting.com August 26 Alpha Delta Kappa Style Show Fundraiser Beacon Club. 11:30 am. Enjoy what Chico’s has to offer for Fall fashions.

Door Prizes will be given away, and fashions are modeled in a casual and relaxed atmosphere. Come join us for a delectable lunch, latest trends, styles and accessorizing tips at this fun event!

Reservations are required. 269-343-9000.

August 27 Mudfest Kalamazoo Nature Center. 12 – 5 pm.

Dig into the Giant Mud Pit, have a blast in the Natural Play Area, zoom down the Giant Slip N Slide, enjoy some cool ice cream and enjoy fun learning stations, and give the zipline a try. Getting dirty never felt so good! Admission to Mudfest is free with general KNC admission. 269381-1574. www.naturecenter.org September 1 Kalamazoo Food Truck Rally Water Street. 9 – 11:45 pm. Responding to a need to address late night “bar hoppers,” Water Street turns into an “After Hours Live Food Truck Corral”. The Kalamazoo Food Truck Rally includes food trucks, artisans, booths, music, and networking. www. experientiallearningcenter.org/food-truckrally

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September 1 Sunset on Savanna Binder Park Zoo. 5 – 10 pm. Spend the evening in Wild Africa with your sweetheart during exclusive zoo hours.

Watch as the giraffes, zebra, & antelope greet you while the sun slowly sinks in the background savanna. At 8pm, enjoy a four-course meal and select wines. Register now on our website.

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READER’S

Letters to a Young Writer

by Colum McCann These short essays are an entire semester’s worth of writing class.

Written by the bestselling author of the novel, Let the Great World Spin, Colum McCann gives us quick commands with tips to improve our writing style. If you ever thought about writing, or wondered what good writing should look like, you will love browsing through these condensed study essays. Each essay is told with a slight flair of sarcasm and humor; just enough to realize that writing is an art form and doesn’t have to be perfect every time.

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Astrophysics for People in a Hurry

by Neil DeGrasse Tyson There is a new superstar in our midst.

He is astrophysicist Neil DeGrasse Tyson and those of us who can barely find the North Star at night may be overwhelmed by his reputation for his deep knowledge of space and stars.

Yet, with Astrophysics for People in a Hurry he has brought us into that vast realm with his easy manner and simple explanations. Here he gives us little bites of science that lead us into understanding something that for many of us has always been a mystery.

Garden, Grow, Harvest & Arrange Stunning Seasonal Blooms

by Erin Benzakein with Julie Chai Flower by flower; season by season; here is a garden path that leads us into the world of flower arranging. Learn each flower, herb, vine, berry and grass that can add color and contrast to any bouquet. Arranged by season, this book teaches you when each flower blooms and what flower does best in a cut flower garden. This goes beyond just putting flowers in a vase; this book shows you how to have your own entire garden of flowers for your vase.

My Stylish French Girlfriends

by Sharon Santoni This book is about home design in France, more so, home decorating where ever you plant yourself. The author approached some of her more artistic girlfriends and asked them if she could show off their decorating skills. Each woman opened her home to highlight their unique home decorating styles and celebrate their creativity.

From country side to city life we see a flair for living and relaxing with a European twist that we can bring into our own homes. Photographer Franck Schmitt provides the outstanding color photographs throughout the book.

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