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A Time to Reflect & Celebrate The holidays are here, and as the year comes to a close the days are filled with merriment and excitement. At ShowCase we have had a year of exciting new happenings—from the launch of new publications to continued growth. As the year winds down we are reflecting on all the good things that have happened this year. We are grateful and ready to celebrate the end of the year with you, our readers. In this issue, we have packed it full of our annual people-giving-back features and reaching out to those in need. For your families, we highlight fun family activities, local concerts, ideas for the holiday season, and ways to celebrate in style. Because the holiday season is an ideal time for wedding engagements, we have included our annual stylish wedding section in this issue. We give you a list of our favorite venues and new ideas for planning a nuptial celebration. Of course, the winter issue would not be complete without our annual holiday gift guide with our suggestions for shopping favorites as we adorn our families with gifts. Let’s think of those in need and make that a priority on our list as well. As this year comes to a close, we invite you to reflect on the year’s activities and celebrate the coming year with gratitude. Whether you are reading this issue online, in print or in a social post we thank you for another year of living our “art of living” at ShowCase Magazine. Thankfully,
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events | Summer Splash The Hands On Children’s Museum hosted Olympia’s favorite outdoor garden party, the Summer Splash! The fundraiser brings together 400 community and business leaders to support Access for All at the Museum. Held under the twinkle lights in the Museum’s beautiful half-acre Outdoor Discovery Center, the space was transformed into a “Sunset Soiree” with tropical plants, glowing orchids, and colorful uplighting the Museum’s vintage schooner. The gala included the presentation of the “Great Friends to Kids Award” to Marsha Tadano Long and her husband Merritt Long for their significant contributions to strengthen education and advance the interest of children. A video showcasing the Museum’s work with the Washington State Department of Corrections to re-imagine family visiting rooms to strengthening family bonds and creating positive memories was also shared. The Gala was the most successful fundraiser in Hands On history, raising nearly $700,000 to support free and reduced-fee access programs along with engaging learning experiences.
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events | Wheels & Heels Gala LeMay—America’s Car Museum hosted their black tie gala for 310 special guests. The crowd was delighted by El Gaucho catering and the sweet songs from local favorite Chris Anderson. As if that were not enough, the evening ended with a grandiose fireworks display celebrating the evening, lively music filled the afterparty and there was a cigar bar for all to enjoy. The swanky evening’s event was a great success with more than $1 million raised in support of continuing education and scholarships at America’s Automotive Trust.
Chris Anderson entertains guests with a live singing performance.
America’s Automotive Trust CEO David Madeira welcomes the crowd.
Museum collection volunteer Tom Stow starts up the 1962 Austin Healy just before it is sold during the live auction.
Emcees Fred and Ashley Northup on stage addressing the audience during the live auction.
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events | Zoo Society Long Table Event This past July more than 80 guests were greeted with champagne, Southern bites, animals, and beads at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium for The Zoo Society’s Long Table Dinner & Auction. This four-course dinner by Table 47 and Lancer Hospitality featured a New Orleans theme of crawfish, jambalaya and was finished with a banana foster bread pudding. Auctioneer Matt Lorch helped raise over $76,000 to support the Zoo and provide for two recompression treatment chambers for the aquatic species needing support in both aquariums.
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Many Hands Support the Union Gospel Mission No-Fee Dental Clinic Throughout the years, local dentists and hygienists have volunteered their time and talents at the Union Gospel Mission (UGM) No-Fee Dental Clinic. It’s painful to even imagine living with an abscessed tooth because you don’t have the money to pay a dentist. “We are serving the working poor and others with low income. I see the dentists offering a very real service to people who otherwise could not afford it,” says Skip Steffen, Executive Director. Opened in 2000, the state-of-the art clinic utilizes two operatories with a separate hygiene station. Currently, 16 dentists and five hygienists make up the volunteer rotation. Over the past year 1,498 individuals received care with a total of 4,060 procedures. That translates to approximately $373,289.00 in services. “The best part is seeing patients as they walk out the door – pain free!” exclaims Shelley Case, Clinic Manager. “It is very satisfying to be able to bring my specialized skills to people in my own community,” adds Dr. Greg Psaltis, a retired pediatric dentist. Dr. John Deviny, a retired general dentist and teacher, previously volunteered in the clinic. “I found great satisfaction and fulfillment in volunteering to help patients unlike my practice population,” he notes. Now his volunteerism involves assisting the clinic with screening and medication, recruitment, promotion and other tasks as needed. “It’s the best job I ever had,” reports Dr. Deviny.
ANNUAL UGM FUNDRAISING CONCERT FEATURING DENTISTS!
Look for the spring 2024 fundraising event at The Washington Center. The Jazz Senators traditionally anchor this delightful montage of performances. In addition to professional singers and other entertainers, a handful of dentists rehearse and offer up song and dance for several numbers. “Since I am not a professional performer, I love the chance to be on stage while supporting such a worthwhile organization,” says Dr. Psaltis. You are sure to be impressed and leave with a smile.
The clinic provides emergency services to Thurston County as well as Mason, Lewis, and Grays Harbor County residents. Volunteers make a world of difference. UGM runs a vision clinic where people receive an eye health exam and glasses when necessary. Professional optometrists volunteer for these services. The Olympia Host Lions, in cooperation with other area Lions Clubs, pay for the lenses in the glasses. Local businesses donate frames. 14
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A Two-Way Mirror: A New Museum of Glass Exhibit A Two-Way Mirror is an exhibition of contemporary Black artists who have used glass to create work that deconstructs social, cultural, gender, and racial identity concerns that opened recently at the Museum of Glass in Tacoma. The artists range in background from African American to British to Puerto Rican. Each artist uses glass to reflect thoughts and bodies that have historically been fraught with exploitation. Due to its reflectivity and translucence, glass is an apt medium to interrogate identity constructs such as the theory of double consciousness presented by W.E.B. Dubois in his seminal work, The Souls of Black Folk. According to the exhibit’s curator, Jabari Owens-Bailey, “The hope with an exhibition like A Two-Way Mirror is that future artists and generations will see themselves represented no matter their background. Glass can tell stories in ways that are interesting and engaging because of the versatility of the medium. Glass can be translucent, opaque, smooth, grainy, textured, or a mirror reflecting all of who we are as people. We hope to see you at A Two-Way Mirror at the Museum of Glass to help support Black artists who are making artwork that reflects the nuances of their identities outward to the world.” In this exhibition, the historical representation of Black people is explored through the medium of glass. The perception of self is always warring with that of the outside. Glass art has been predominantly devoid of access for historically marginalized people. This was in large part due to the cost of production, racial oppression, and the class division between artist and artisan. While the exhibition cannot rectify this division, it can explore inequity of history and offer works by artists of African descent that tell their own stories. As the production of glass has become more accessible, the medium has become more open to different voices. This is an age of pluralism. People of different racial, gender, sexual, and class identities all can now tell their stories through art. Glass is a medium that reflects not only the inner truths of both the viewers and makers, but that of Western society as a whole. vLYNN CASTLE For Additional Information Museum of Glass museumofglass.org SHOWCASE MAGAZINE
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events calendar NOVEMBER Olympia Farmers Market Holiday Season November-December 17, Sat & Sun Bonus Days: December 22, 23 & 24 700 Capitol Way N, Olympia 360.352.9096 | olympiafarmersmarket.com An Evening with David Sedaris November 11, 7:30pm Pantages Theater 901 Broadway, Tacoma 253.346.1721 | tacomaartslive.org Sumner Hometown Holidays November 11, 10am-5pm Main St, Downtown Sumner sumnermainstreet.com/events
Capriccio – Music, Moonlight & Magic November 18 Elks Event Center at Allenmore Golf Course 2013 Cedar St, Tacoma 253.627.7789 | tacomaopera.com Symphony Tacoma: American Fusion November 18, 7:30pm Pantages Theater 901 Broadway, Tacoma 253.272.7264 | symphonytacoma.org A Christmas Carol November 24-December 24 The State Theater 202 4th Ave E, Olympia 360.786.0151 | harlequinproductions.org Tree Lighting Ceremony November 24, 6pm George Washington Park Corner of Main & Pearl, Centralia 360.345.1040 | downtowncentralia.org
Sugar Skull: A Dia des Muertos Musical Adventure November 14, 7pm Washington Center Main Stage 512 Washington St SE, Olympia 360.753.8586 | washingtoncenter.org
Zoolights November 24-January 1, 4:30-10pm Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium 5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma pdza.org
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Lacey Lighted Parade December 4, 6:30-7:30pm Huntamer Park 618 Woodland Square Lp SE, Lacey 360.491.0657 | laceyparks.org St. Lucia Festival December 8, 5-7:30pm Harbor History Museum 4121 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor 253.858.6722 | harborhistorymuseum.org Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer December 8-31, Weekdays & Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2pm Tacoma Little Theatre 210 North I St, Tacoma 253.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com Lighted Boat Parade December 9 Downtown Gig Harbor ghdwa.org Christmas Parade of Lights December 9, 4:30-5:30pm Lakewood City Hall 6000 Main St NW, Lakewood cityoflakewood.us/holiday-parade
Jake Shimabukuro’s Christmas in Hawai’i November 15, 8pm Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S, Federal Way 253.835.7010 | fwpaec.org Oly on Ice November 17-January 15 Isthmus Park 529 4th Ave W, Olympia 360.753.8383 | olyonice.com
DECEMBER Winter Wonderland December 3, 2:30pm Pantages Theater 901 Broadway, Tacoma symphonytacoma.org
Mary Bridge Children’s Festival of Trees November 25 & 26, 9am-4pm University of Puget Sound Tennis Pavilion 1500 N Warner St, Tacoma festivaloftrees.org
The Nutcracker December 9 & 10, 16 & 17, 23 Pantages Theater 901 Broadway, Tacoma 253.591.5894 | tacomacityballet.org Davina and the Vagabonds December 9, 3 & 7:30 pm Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S, Federal Way 253.835.7010 | fwpaec.org
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events calendar Messiah Sing-Along December 18, 7pm Washington Center 512 Washington St, Olympia 360.753.8586 | washingtoncenter.org
Brass Choir Ho Ho Holiday Show December 9, 2pm Westminster Presbyterian Church 1925 Boulevard Rd, Olympia 360.352.1438 | studentorchestras.org Winter Solstice Festival December 10-31, Wednesdays-Sundays 5-8pm Lakewold Gardens 12317 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood 253.584.4106 | lakewoldgardens.org
JANUARY Death Trap January 19-February 4 State Theater 202 4th Ave E, Olympia harlequinproductions.org Northwest Sinfonietta’s Sea & Sky January 20, 7:30pm Schneebeck Concert Hall University of Puget Sound, Tacoma January 21, 2pm Pioneer Park Pavilion 303 S Meridian, Puyallup 253.383.5344 | nwsinfonietta.org
HALLELUJAH: Handel’s Messiah December 15, 7:30pm St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church 7112 South 12th St, Tacoma symphonytacoma.org Northwest Sinfonietta’s The Four Seasons December 16, 7:30pm Courthouse Square Ballroom 1102 A St, Suite 202-G, Tacoma December 17, 2pm Pioneer Park Pavilion 303 S Meridian, Puyallup 253.383.5344 | nwsinfonietta.org Lighted Car Parade December 16, 4pm Uptown Gig Harbor 4701 Pt. Fosdick, Gig Harbor 253.851.4557 | uptowngigharbor.com Dance Theatre Northwest’s The Nutcracker December 16 & 17 Mt. Tahoma High School Auditorium 4634 South 74 St, Tacoma 253.565.5149 | dtnw.org
FEBRUARY Sarah Hagen – Wonder Women! February 3, 3pm & 7:30pm Washington Center Main Stage 512 Washington St SE, Olympia 360.753.8586 | washingtoncenter.org
Mini Maestros February 4, 2:30pm University of Puget Sound Schneebeck Concert Hall 1567 N Union Ave, Tacoma symphonytacoma.org A Streetcar Named Desire February 9, 7pm | February 10 & 11, 2pm Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center 31510 Pete Von Reichbauer Way S, Federal Way tacomaopera.org
Pink Martini January 21, 7:30pm Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia 360.753.8585 | washingtoncenter.org Johnny Cash – The Official Concert Experience January 27, 7:30pm Pantages Theatre 901 Broadway, Tacoma 253.346.1721 | tacomaartslive.org
STOMP February 20 & 21, 7:30pm Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia 253.346.1721 | tacomaartslive.com The Center Salon February 24, 7:30pm Washington Center Black Box 512 Washington St SE, Olympia 360.753.8586 | washingtoncenter.org 26th Annual Asia Pacific New Year Celebration February 24, 11am-6pm Tacoma Dome 2727 East D St, Tacoma 253.383.3900 | asiapacificculturalcenter.org SHOWCASE MAGAZINE
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A Vagabond Holiday A VAGABOND HOLIDAY December 9, 2023 | 3 pm & 7 pm Federal Way Performing Arts & Events Center Presented by Tacoma Arts Live Tickets: tacomaartslive.org When Davina Sowers was growing up, she was influenced by American roots music. “Sure, I loved Ella Fitzgerald, but also Led Zeppelin,” said the frontwoman for Davina and the Vagabonds. With a mom who was a folk singer and a father born in 1902, Davina was exposed to a wide array of music. “I was always a sponge when it came to music . . . if it is honest and good, I love it.” Performing for more than two decades with her band, Davina is excited to spread their love of jazz, blues, and swing through their high-energy live shows. And now one of those live shows is a holiday show. Not everything associated with the pandemic was bad. For Davina and the Vagabonds, it meant a chance to enjoy the holidays with friends and family instead of being on the road performing. “That holiday season was one of the first I’d experienced in a while . . . it was a rebirth of sorts for me,” said Davina. “I realized how special the holidays can be as we shared those gems for ourselves and all those feels.”
That inspiration led the band to create a holiday album. “We tried to be as honest as we possibly could and pick songs that represent what the holidays are for us.” Then that album led to A Vagabond Holiday to be performed at the Federal Way Performing Arts & Events Center on December 9. This rollicking quintet melds Sowers’ keyboard playing with acoustic bass, drums, and a spicy trumpet and trombone horn section. The group’s focused, clean sound and emphasis on acoustic instruments are novel to both
blues and jazz worlds and are sure to leave you feeling merry and bright. A Vagabond Holiday features classic holiday songs, but also winter-based songs that are multigenerational. According to Davina, “We want to give our audience 90 minutes of feel-good, fun music that moves them to dance and celebrate as a community the meaning of the holiday.” vLYNN CASTLE For Additional Information Davita and the Vagabonds davinaandthevagabonds.com
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The Bridge Music Project— Transforming Young Lives through Music “We found an unmet niche,” says Williams. The program grew. “Eventually, it made sense to be its own entity,” explains Williams. The Bridge Music Project became a 501(c)(3) in 2017. The organization creates workshops and hosts songwriting experiences where youth collaborate with a team and record with professionals. Performances take place too. All musical styles are encouraged including singing pop, country, metal, rap and hip-hop. “We meet them where they are,” Williams notes. “We give instruction to help them get better.” The Bridge Music Project serves approximately 250 youth each year. Even through the pandemic, the organization was intently active, being able to reach and teach remotely. Programs take place at its Olympia home, the Capitol Theater, as well as area schools. Workshops happen in medium and maximum-security facilities, which means incarcerated youth are able to participate. “We teach children to use music, performance, writing, and community to deal with life’s challenges,” says Bobby Williams, Executive Director of The Bridge Music Project. The Thurston County-based non-profit uses music to equip youth with constructive tools for self-expression and understanding to carry through their lifetimes. The Bridge Music Project began in 2014. Its humble beginnings took place as casual one-on-one conversations that Williams, a case manager at the time, had with foster youth. With the use of a laptop, he created opportunities to make beats and put together raps with individuals. These fun, instructive times became an avenue for troubled young people to process their experiences, many of them traumatic. Williams is a musician in his own right. Sharing music was an excellent fit. 20
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Those who get involved find a community of people including youth and families, volunteers, and community supporters. Perhaps you have musical, fundraising or administrative skills that would make a difference. Financial donations are welcome to support ongoing programs. The Bridge Music Project is a valuable resource for our community. It is dedicated to music mentorship that truly makes a difference in the lives of youth who are growing into our leaders of tomorrow. You can get connected on Facebook and Instagram. vMARY ELLEN PSALTIS For Additional Information The Bridge Project bridgemusicproject. org
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WA529 Plans: Make the Most of the Opportunity If you read ShowCase Magazine frequently, you probably already know we are big fans of the WA 529 plans, Guaranteed Education Tuition or GET and DreamAhead Investment Plans. In the simplest description, the Washington College Savings Plans, or WA529, are a collection of 529 college savings plans offered by the State of Washington. The future estimated costs of a college education can seem daunting, but with the help of these plans Washingtonians can confidently plan for the expenses. Here is a collection of tips from the experts at College Savings. START EARLY if you can, and contribute what you are comfortable with. A pro tip is to start an automatic deposit to your selected 529 plan. This will help you reduce the inevitable college sticker shock while minimizing your time obsessing about it.
much money needs to be invested to create their necessary nest egg. Remember the 529 Plans can be used nearly everywhere—including out-of-state institutions, private schools, community colleges, trade and technical schools, and even to cover the cost of an apprenticeship.
Don’t hesitate to get your OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS to help you reach your goals. Encourage grandparents, aunts, uncles, other family, and friends GET YOUR CHILDREN INVOLVED to get involved. At gift-giving time, in the process and teach them about like the fast-approaching holidays budgeting, savings and responsible and annual events like birthdays, a spending using the 529 programs as contribution to the student’s a tool. Help guide them to what they education savings is a gift that truly want to study and understand the keeps on giving. implications of their choices on how
Even after more than 25 years, the GET program continues to evolve and improve to ensure that it equitably meets the needs of those enrolled. Since 1998, more than 55,000 students have used GET in all 50 states and 15 countries worldwide. And the DreamAhead plans continue to provide results tied to the financial market. The benefits of the two WA529 plans are tremendous. vLYNN CASTLE For Additional Information WA529 wastate529.wa.gov
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HOLIDAY FAMILY TRADITION CONTINUES
Tacoma City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker It’s a treasured holiday tradition for many families around the Northwest—going to see The Nutcracker. For one of the area’s best performances, consider attending Tacoma City Ballet’s production. Presented with original scenery and costumes as it first debuted in Russia in 1892, Tacoma City Ballet performs The Nutcracker at the Pantages Theater. Led by a cast of talented dancers and guest artists, and accompanied by the professional musicians of the Tacoma City Orchestra, The Nutcracker will be performed at 2 pm on Saturday, December 9th, 16th, 23rd, and on Sunday, December 10th and 17th. Audiences will be treated to excellent dancing, live orchestral music, beautiful costumes and scenery for ticket prices that are affordable for the whole family. No other ballet company in Tacoma performs The Nutcracker with a live orchestra in a professional theater. According to Erin Ceragioli, Artistic Director of Tacoma City Ballet, “Last season, we finally returned to presenting The Nutcracker for two weekends in the Pantages Theater since 2016, and we sold out every performance! This season, we have added Saturday, December 23rd, on the third weekend, and hope that this performance will create even more merriment right before the strike of Christmas Eve!”
The Nutcracker cast is composed of featured guest artists, professional dancers from the Tacoma City Ballet Company, students of Tacoma City Ballet School, who dance the children’s roles in the performance, and adult character dancers from the community. Children as young as six are allowed to audition. Celebrating their 68th anniversary this year, Tacoma City Ballet is a non-profit organization that hosts both a performing company and a ballet school. Students from the age of four through adulthood study classical ballet at the school. This season, upcoming performances presented by Tacoma City Ballet Company include The Nutcracker and Cinderella. Since 1983, Tacoma City Ballet has performed in the Pantages Theater and resided in the Merlino Art Center. In these two architectural crown jewels of the City of Tacoma, the ballet educates, rehearses, and performs the art of classical ballet. Last year’s performances of The Nutcracker SOLD OUT, so get your tickets early! vLYNN CASTLE
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Semiahmoo Offers Relaxing Culinary Delights & Wine Tasting
Semiahmoo Resort offers a luxurious, seaside getaway ideal for those seeking a calm oasis surrounded by water. Explore and find yourself immersed in plenty of outdoors activities. It’s the perfect place to soak in the peaceful calm of winter. The casual beach environment encourages you to come as you are and truly allow yourself to enjoy life’s little moments. With all the comforts of being at home, you can get away from it all and wake up relaxed, knowing there’s nowhere to be but on vacation. Foodies will truly love Packers Kitchen + Bar located on the property and situated right on the waterfront. This classic Northwest eatery boasts a casual, lively atmosphere set against expansive views of Semiahmoo Bay and Drayton Harbor. Do you love wine? Wine Dinners at Semiahmoo are another added experience. Savor award-winning wines masterfully paired with seasonally inspired menus at their curated wine
dinners. Each dinner features a different winery from around the state or around the world. The chefs thoughtfully craft each menu complete with five delectable courses, and a wine to pair with every course.
UPCOMING WINE DINNERS Thursday, November 16
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for Comfortable Dining with Original Recipes “We love the community vibe,” says Michelle Nurmi, co-owner of the Uptown Grill. It’s been word-of-mouth from satisfied customers and happy staff that supported the restaurant since its opening in 2020. You’ll be relaxed by the welcoming feeling and the intriguing menu will keep you coming back for more. Uptown Grill’s impressive menus may require a few moments of pondering. Are you in the mood for a blackened salmon avocado sandwich or a strawberry and grilled shrimp salad? Stop in after work for drinks and the hummus of the day or braised pork poutine. Happy hour lasts from 2 pm to 5 pm with outstanding deals on food and cocktails. It would be easy to linger and stay for dinner. You could also come for Sunday brunch. Chef Pedro Gallegos, co-owner, is the primary designer of the menu which shifts with the seasons. Ingredients are sourced as locally as possible. In fact, Gallegos does much of his own shopping. Everything on the menu is made from scratch with an extra menu for those who want vegan options. Nurmi and Gallegos worked together on and off for 25 years in the Seattle area. Though Nurmi spent her career in
Seattle, she’s lived in Olympia and grew up in Aberdeen. Both were ready to venture out on their own. He manages the kitchen and she handles the front. PARTY SPACE Uptown Grill recently agreed to a longer-term lease on the adjoining space that was formerly occupied by Batdorf & Bronson/Dancing Goats. The airy, comfortable space has couches, high tables, regular tables, and a bar. It is available for private events up to 120 people. The restaurant will supply food as well as a full bar. Located in downtown Olympia on Capitol Way, Uptown Grill is easy to find and within walking distance of other locally owned businesses. Downtown works well for a bit of browsing for vintage clothes, personal care products, chocolate, and many other goodies. It’s especially festive during the holiday season. Not much of a shopper? Then walk around Capitol Lake and enjoy the iconic sights. “Come visit us! We believe you’ll be glad you did,” invites Nurmi. vMARY ELLEN PSALTIS For Additional Information Uptown Grill uptowngrill514.com
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The Team RED Difference In nearly every real estate transaction, getting top dollar is a priority. But, for Steve Rusch and Judy Richardson, now of Sequim, it was a must in order to own their new home outright. Since 1987, Steve and Judy had lived on their Renton property, building a custom home and subsequent buildings over their 35+ years there. When it came time to sell, Steve and Judy were referred by an appraiser they were using to Susan George, a Team RED Concierge Services Realtor under the guiding hand of Kathy Kleber. They had already moved to their new home in Sequim to enjoy their views of the water and Mt. Baker when they realized a long-distance project was going to be difficult to manage. Team RED stepped in, beginning first with a pre-inspection to identify improvements that would raise the value of the home. Using trusted contractors who hold space in their schedules for their clients’ projects, Team RED gets homes on the market fast and efficiently.
economy where interest rates had increased and sales had slowed, Steve and Judy received an above-asking price offer after just a few days on the market.
Susan and Team RED gathered the bids, prepared the spreadsheets, and made recommendations for improvements. “It was great they have their sources of contractors who got it completed in short order. We would have been scrambling to get contractors,” said Steve.
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According to George, “Judy and Steve were the decisionmakers every step of the way including bringing pride of ownership to the flooring and paint color selections.” She added, “On the inside, a full five-piece bath in the spacious primary suite was built out without major expense.” “The things they suggested really helped because they know what sells and that helped us get the best price,” said Steve recently. Once the repairs were authorized, Team RED coordinated the contractors and then when the renovation was done, they had cleaners, stagers, photographers, and their full-time marketing staff ready to go. Even in an
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Puget Sound Wedding Venues for Every Couple The holiday season is a perfect time to get engaged. Once you are engaged, we recommend checking out these Puget Sound venues which highlight our favorites from inspiring views to historical locations.
AMAZING VIEWS } Silver Cloud Hotel at Point Ruston, Tacoma Featuring spectacular views of Commencement Bay, weddings can be hosted in the covered outdoor terrace— the perfect setting for a ceremony, celebration, or pre-reception venue. The 5,400 square-foot grand ballroom invites ample natural light with floor-toceiling windows. Completely full-service, the Silver Cloud includes everything from a day spa to hotel, restaurant and wedding suites. silvercloud.com NATURAL SETTINGS } Indian Summer Golf and Country Club, Lacey Picture your dream ceremony on the beautifully landscaped courtyard, under towering oak trees while guests gaze over the magnificent wetlands. Indian Summer’s natural setting makes for an amazing backdrop for
breathtaking wedding pictures. The intricately landscaped gardens make a unique setting for the bride and groom’s departure for their honeymoon. indiansummergolf.com/wedding
memorable backdrop and setting. evergreen.edu/lordmansion/lordmansion-coach-house } Washington State History Museum,
Tacoma Bold architecture, stunning views, and a This lovely 10-acre historic garden estate convenient downtown location make this features formal and natural settings. an ideal wedding location. Located in Nestled amidst the lush English-inspired historic downtown Tacoma, the museum gardens is the Georgian-style mansion offers grand indoor and outdoor spaces which overlooks Gravelly Lake. An for both your ceremony and reception, elegant setting for any wedding private access to exhibitions, and ceremony and reception, Lakewold beautiful views of the city skyline, Thea Gardens provides a beautiful backdrop Foss waterway, and Mount Rainier. for memorable wedding photos. washingtonhistory.org/visit/rentals lakewoldgardens.org/weddings } The Press Room, Tacoma HISTORICAL VENUES Let a piece of history elevate your } Lord Mansion & Coach House, guests’ experience. This space housed Olympia the printing presses for the Tacoma Daily Lord Mansion is a unique historic home Ledger and Tacoma News Tribune from in Olympia’s Capitol neighborhood. the early part of the 20th century. With beautiful architectural features pressroomevents.com and grounds, it provides an intimate, v } Lakewold Gardens, Lakewood
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According to the Washington State Small Business Association, over 19,000 small businesses are started each year. In 2023, Vanessa Barr of Puyallup became a part of that number when she opened Cocktail Collective Mobile Bar Company, a service that brings specialty cocktails, beer (on tap), and wine with experienced bartenders to your event. Cocktail Collective was born out of a desire to tap into a skill Barr already possessed and provide the flexibility she needed. “I really wanted an expressive outlet for my creativity, and I’ve always loved weddings,” said Barr. “The creation of the mobile bar company let us dip our toes in the water of the wedding industry.” Barr owns and operates Cocktail Collective with her fiancé, Ryan. Back in January of 2023, Barr purchased the travel trailer that is now home to her business and engaged her retired father to help her renovate it in six short weeks. “My dad was amazing and now he loves the trailer so much.” While their initial design visions for the renovation differed, Barr won out, convincing her family that painting the trailer black and using earth tones was the look she wanted. “It is elegant and has a good moody vibe.” With experience in small events like birthday parties to large corporate events like the Puyallup Chamber of Commerce Mixer, Cocktail Collections provides expert consultations to go over menu options and ensure that you never have to worry about this aspect of your event. “The way we have our business set up is that one or both of us are at every event so the host can be stress-free,” said Barr. Passion coupled with experience creates great results. “We pay attention to the details from beautiful garnishes to delicious signature drinks.” Due to Washington State Liquor laws, Cocktail Collective is the mobile bar provider. Following a consultation to
determine your liquor needs, you as the host purchase the needed products. Then Vanessa takes over the rest. “I help you calculate what you need in base alcohol, allowing you to secure the best deals with no markup. I provide EVERYTHING else from cups and straws to garnishes and mixer and at least two bartenders.” Cocktail Collective Mobile Bar operates in the Greater Seattle area while located in Pierce County. vLYNN CASTLE For Additional Information Cocktail Collective cocktailcollectivemobilebarco.com SHOWCASE MAGAZINE
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Precious Collective: Elevated Every Day
Elevated is defined as “above the normal level.” The inventory, service, and special selections at Precious Collective certainly meets that definition. Curated by the fashion-conscious eye of its owner Josie Ciaciuch, Precious Collective, located in Gig Harbor’s Uptown Shopping Center, is on a mission to elevate everyday. “I love looking put together, even if I am just going to the grocery store because I believe every outing is important and a blessing,” said Ciaciuch. She wants to give that same desire and confidence to her clientele whatever size they are. Their slogan “elevated everyday” embodies their mission to provide clothing that makes their customers feel like their best self. Ciaciuch wants you and your outfit to feel elevated every minute of the day, whether it’s during your workday or into the night. With fashionable looks from XS to 3X, Precious Collective grew out of a personal desire of Ciaciuch to overcome the fashion industries’ priority on small-cut sizes. “Realistically, that isn’t what the majority of American women wear,” she said. “Since I started the business in the summer of
2021, I have worked hard to establish relationships with manufacturers that make plus sizes in cuts that look good on plus size women.” Ciaciuch started as a small reseller of used clothing out of her dorm room at Linfield College. With the help of family and friends, she decided to make the leap into brick-and-mortar retail. Gems by Josie evolved into Precious Collective, an homage to her cherished late grandfather who called his grandkids his ‘precious treasures’. Shopping can be such a joy for some, and for others a task that they don’t look forward to. Many women enjoy buying clothes with their trusted friends to guide their decisions. With that in mind, Ciaciuch recently began promoting in-store private shopping parties. “I’ll pick out some items ahead of time to get the group’s juices flowing and then we work on private styling for those attending.” vLYNN CASTLE For Additional Information Precious Collective Boutique preciouscollectiveboutique.com
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Cool, wet weather is not a favorite environment for many dogs. Canine fashion was never so fun. There are styles and sizes to fit your favorite pet. $23 and up mudbay.com
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Your community has a plethora of live theater, including drama, comedy, and all sorts of music. Support the arts and give an experience. $35.00 on up for 2 tickets federalwaysymphony.org | olympiasymphony.org | plu.edu/choir symphonytacoma.org | tacomaartslive.org |washingtoncenter.org
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Shop, Dine and Play during the Holidays!
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Blitz & Co. Florist 909 Pacific Ave 253.572.2327 blitzflorist.com Brown & Haley 110 East 26th St 253.620.3067 brown-haley.com LeRoy Jewelers 940 Broadway 253.272.3377 ljewelers.com Sage Interiors 2416 South C St 833.855.8733 sageinteriors.com
Selden’s Home Furnishings 1802 62nd Ave E 253.922.5700 seldens.com Tacoma Mall 4502 S Steele St 253.475.4565 tacoma-mall.com The Art Stop 940 Broadway 253.272.3377 artstoptacoma.com
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Uptown Shopping Center 4701 Point Fosdick Dr NW 253.851.4557 uptowngigharbor.com Outlet Collection 1101 Outlet Collection Way 253.833.9500 outletcollectionseattle.com
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Johnson Jewelers 103 S Meridian 253.848.1332 johnson-jewelers.com
Drees 524 Washington St SE 360.357.7177 dreesofolympia.com Holy Lamb Organics 113 Thurston Ave NE 360.819.4293 holylamborganics.com
Sunrise Village 10305 156th St E 253.904.8923 mysunrisevillage.com
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Northlight Interiors 1119 Main St 253.826.0339 northlightinteriors.com Old Cannery Furniture Store 13608 Valley Ave E 253.863.0422 oldcanneryfurniture.com Simple Tidings & Kitchen 1115 Main St 253.863.7933 simpletidings.com
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Ring in the Holidays with Music Let music fill your holidays! From traditional carols to twists on the classics, music can soothe the soul and add joy to the season. The holidays are filled with excitement which can also increase your stress. A concert gives you a reason to sit still for a while. Coordinate your calendar with one or more of these seasonal musical events. Take along a friend or family member to magnify your enjoyment. TACOMA
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For a collage of seasonal delights for all ages with songs both classic and traditional, join the Symphony Tacoma Voices and the Tacoma Youth Chorus at Pantages Theater. Symphony Tacoma brings Hallelujah! which is the wellknown choral work, Handel’s Messiah. It’s a stirring work originally presented during Easter but has become a Christmas classic. symphonytacoma.org
Federal Way Performing Arts Center has several possibilities. Get a head start on the season in November. Jake Shimabukuro’s Christmas in Hawaii will delight anyone. His repertoire ranges from O Holy Night to Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Soak up the good cheer with the ambassador of aloha.
PLU’s University Singers with Knights Chorus present the Sounds of Christmas in Lagerquist Concert Hall. plu.edu/choir
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In late November, take in Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland. This musical journey will transport you to magical lands. Be dazzled by acrobats, aerialists, and amazing feats. fwpaec.org
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OLYMPIA
December kicks off with a holiday concert that includes big band music of symphonic favorites with seasonal surprises. Included in the program are two British choral works: Gustav Holst’s Christmas Day and Vaughan Williams Fantasia on Christmas Carols. Afterwards, join the tree lighting in the Federal Way Town Square. federalwaysymphony.org
SOGO, Student Orchestra of Greater Olympia, offers The Brass Choir Ho Ho Holiday Show at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Join the 23rd annual Community Messiah Sing-Along at the Washington Center. washingtoncenter.org
Olympia’s Harlequin A Christmas Carol sounds like music, but it’s not. It is, however, music to the heart as the story of Swing into a blend of blues and New Orleans jazz with ultimate redemption unfolds in front of you. Davina and the Vagabonds. You’ll be merry and bright with harlequinproductions.org the acoustic bass, drums, lively trumpet, trombone horn section, and keyboard. End the holiday season and celebrate the incoming year tacomaartslive.org with the Olympia Symphony Orchestra’s More John Williams Movie Music! concert on December 31. The pieces are not carols but familiar scores from movies, which bring their own blend of enthusiasm and emotions. olympiasymphony.org vMARY ELLEN PSALTIS
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Renew Your Soul at Lakewold’s Winter Solstice
Winter Solstice marks the end of fall on the shortest day of the year, but it marks the beginning of something new and then every day thereafter the days become longer. Some may view this time of year as dark and dreary, but it doesn’t have to be. The Winter Solstice can teach us to embrace the darkness and find the beauty in it, especially at Lakewold Gardens’ celebration of the Winter Solstice from December 10-31. According to Susan Warner, Executive Director for Lakewold Gardens, “The Winter Solstice event is a celebration of renewal . . . it’s a time to renew your spirit and celebrate in the darkness.” Entering its third year of production, the Winter Solstice event showcases that a garden can be enjoyed in all seasons. It just looks different in the winter months. “It is absolutely gorgeous here at Lakewold Gardens in the winter whether it is frosty and cold with glittery effects, or the trees are glistening in the soft rain,” said Warner.
Celebrated by countless cultures since the Stone Age, the Winter Solstice event at Lakewold Gardens will kick off with an Opening Reception on Sunday, December 10 from 5-8 pm. Then every Wednesday through Sunday of the next three weeks in December, visitors will be treated to musical performances and solstice readings at the festively-decorated Wagner House. Built in 1908 and donated by the third and final family to live in the house, the Wagners loved art and music. The celebration is a fitting tribute to their memory and their legacy. The opening reception will also kick off the Coming to Light art exhibit scheduled from December 10, 2023 to January 28, 2024. Coming to Light is an exhibit of works by members of the Contemporary QuiltArt Association that adds light to the darkest time of year. vLYNN CASTLE For Additional Information
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FoxFire Salon & Spa An Aveda Salon; two locations 2701 N Proctor 1912 65th Ave W 253.565.7765 foxfiresalon.com
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OLYMPIA Antidote Salon & Spa 3814 Prestwick Ln SW 360.493.1900 antidotealive.com
Serenity Spa Two Tacoma locations 706 Market St | 253.473.7830 3518 6th Ave | 253.507.7121 serenityspa.com
Premiere Salon & Spa 111 Market St NE, Suite 101 360.753.3299 premieresalonandspa.com
PUYALLUP Bella Terra Spa 1503 W Stewart Ave 253.848.6844 bellaterrawellness.com Waxing the City 10306 156th St E 253.446.6906 waxingthecity.com UNIVERSITY PLACE Serenity Spa 3633 Market Pl W 253.473.7830 serenityspa.com BONNEY LAKE Urban Day Spa 18401 Veterans Memorial Dr 253.826.5556 urbanaestheticsandnails.com
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Eating Mindfully through the Holidays—and All Year Slow down before plowing through the holiday hors d’oeuvres or finishing off that overfilled plate of comfort food. An approach called mindful eating could just help you enjoy it even more and increase well-being. Paying close attention to food and how it makes your body feel also can help you make better decisions about what, why, and the amount to eat. “Mindful eating starts before the meal,” said registered dietitian Carrie Dennett. She suggests “checking in” with your body and pondering questions such as, “Am I hungry?” or “Why am I wanting to eat?” Rather than eating on autopilot, take it slow during a meal. Focus and enjoy a food’s smell, taste, and texture. “I mean really, really notice your food,” said Dennett, author of “Healthy for Your Life: A Holistic Approach to Optimal Wellness.” When preparing to attend a food-filled holiday gathering, try to arrive pleasantly hungry but not ravenous. Otherwise, you Another holiday suggestion: Start with half as much food on a may eat quickly and become overfull before your stomach has time to tell your brain you are satisfied, which can take 20 plate as you normally would. Then, later in the meal, check in with your body to see if you really want more. minutes, Dennett said. At Thanksgiving, Dennett said, she forgoes more routine foods and opts instead for stuffing or special tasty foods she doesn’t eat at other times of the year. Whether it’s a hearty wedge of pumpkin pie or a single sugar cookie, focus on each bite. Take time chewing and savoring. “Slow down and tune in to that eating experience,” Notte said, and remember it’s OK if every meal is not perfectly balanced during the holidays.
When it comes to alcohol, make a conscious decision about whether and how much to drink. Too much alcohol can make it more difficult to practice mindful eating. “Our bodies really crave balance when it comes to eating,” she said. “Mindful eating helps our body be where it wants to be naturally.” vAMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION For Additional Information heart.org
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winter 2024
Senior Services for South Sound Turns 50 Though not quite a senior itself, Senior Services for South Sound is celebrating 50 years of active support in the community. “We offer the ability to come together and find community,” says Mike Gregory, Development Director, adding, “We do a lot.” What an understatement! From serving over 100,000 meals a year to taking trips around the globe, Senior Services makes a world of difference to many. “We have classes and activities for folks who are thriving. We have services for people who are struggling,” adds Gregory. The two locations, one in downtown Olympia and the other in Lacey, provide an amazing number of programs. Here are a few highlights: BRIGHTER DAYS ADULT DAY CARE The only one of its kind in Thurston County, the adult day care is for those with dementia that can play games, music, and do art while the caregiver gets a respite. “They have a really nice time,” says Gregory.
agreements for mutual benefit. It may involve housework or errands, with every situation being unique. Applicants are screened.
EDUCATIONAL AND PHYSICAL CLASSES Read through the catalogue for inspiration.
CARE CONNECTION SSSS screens and interviews independent providers for reliable companionship and personal care support. The skilled caregiver works directly with clients to complete a variety of tasks.
LUNCH EVERY WEEKDAY Senior Services feeds many on-site and through Meals-on-Wheels. Lunches are for those 60 and older with a suggested price of $4.00 to $8.00, although no one is turned away.
TRIPS AND TOURS PALS FUND - PET ASSISTANCE FOR Enjoy a day trip to a sporting event or LOW INCOME SENIORS theater without the hassles of driving The fund pays for routine and or parking. Go across the country or an emergency veterinary care to keep pets ocean for adventures in small groups. and their owners healthfully together. Make friends while enjoying the ride. HOME SHARE People with homes and those who need living arrangements can work out
BUDD BAY BARGAIN BOUTIQUE Find fabulous treasures where proceeds support senior programs.
You are invited to stop in for a cup of coffee and learn more. You can volunteer or become a member for SSSS benefits, but membership is not required to participate. vMARY ELLEN PSALTIS For Additional Information South Sound Senior Services southsoundseniors.org
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