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community events | st. martin’s university gala international: china 560 guests attended the St. Martin’s Gala featuring James Beard award-winning chef Ming Tsai, host of “Simply Ming” on PBS. Throughout the evening, Tsai offered culinary demonstrations of the five-course gourmet dinner at the stage kitchen. The evening’s program included a live auction and the much-anticipated Feed-a-Mind paddle raise aimed at generating scholarship funds for St. Martin’s students.
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The menu included tea-smoked salmon and crab lemongrass tartlets with avocado lemon puree, cold miso-shallot shrimp frisée salad and sesame chicken cucumber noodle salad, red roast duck legs with sweet potatoes and daikon served with rice, orangeginger lamb shanks with barley, and, for dessert, bittersweet flourless chocolate cake with cardamom cream and passion fruit coulis. Each course was paired with specialty wines from Maryhill Winery. The evening’s proceeds raised $1.2 million toward student scholarships at St. Martin’s.
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425 guests enjoyed a social hour with tastings from Sandstone Distillery and Heritage Distillery. The evening’s program highlighted SPSCC’s Health & Wellness Center, Culinary Arts, and the Art Gallery exhibition. A delicious dinner was the collaborative effort between the executive chefs at Lucky Eagle Casino & Hotel and the SPSCC culinary program, providing an amazing opportunity for SPSCC culinary students. And the After Party was a rockin’ success, with Bella Strings providing its take on rock-n-roll with classical string instruments. The evening’s proceeds earned a record half a million dollars in support of student scholarships!
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Join Saint Martin’s University for a black-tie gourmet affair that will include a five-course dinner, cooking demos, and a live auction benefiting Saint Martin’s student scholarships. Featured celebrity chef and restaurateur
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community events | providence ladies night out Providence St. Peter’s 30th annual Christmas Forest raised $672,000 to benefit the Providence mission of providing compassionate and excellent health care. In celebration of the sixday-long event, guests attended Ladies Night Out, which featured a night of shopping with local vendors and merchants, and entertainment by the talented local singer Chris Anderson. The event is the foundation’s largest fundraiser and community event, which brought in thousands of visitors to see the trees and wreaths decorated by volunteer designers. Funds help support charity care, life-saving equipment and compassionate programs for Providence ministries in the southwest Washington region.
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mud bay pet stores Pet lovers across Pierce and Thurston counties are familiar with the locally owned Mud Bay Pet Stores for their all-natural food, toys, and health products for our furry friends. But are you familiar with how it all got started? Back in 1988, Elsa Wulff bought a tiny, struggling farm store known as Kellerman’s Corner in west Olympia on Mud Bay Road on the southern end of the Salish Sea. Wulff was determined to make the little shop thrive with her indomitable spirit and years of practical knowledge from caring for goats, geese, dogs and donkeys. Joined by her son Lars and daughter Marisa, Wulff rolled up her sleeves and started transforming the tiny store into her dream, a shop focusing on healthy and natural foods for dogs, cats and other animals.
the eight neighborhood stores wouldn’t be easily replaced by bigbox pet stores. They decided to take their approach to healthy nutrition for dogs and cats to metro Seattle. The leap paid off. Now their selection of wholesome dog and cat foods has grown to more than 450 unique formulas. It continues to grow every year with many new products from Pacific Northwest vendors. Mud Bay has been an active supporter of Puget Sound animal shelters by providing free food to thousands of adopted cats and dogs as well as donating significantly to organizations that contribute to the welfare of animals. A lot has changed since the first shop opened 30 years ago, but Mud Bay continues to be dedicated to helping customers find the best natural foods for their dogs and cats. They know that a happy pet means a happy person, and that helps make the world a better place for everyone.
With limited access to the high-quality products that they wanted to sell, the Wulffs got creative. When the organic chicken feed couldn’t be found locally, they worked with a local farmer to produce their own. A local bagel bakery was rented on Friday nights to make organic dog cookies. By making new connections in the community to develop new products, Mud Bay began establishing itself as a company that took its products and customers seriously. This expanded into providing customer education about the wide variety of ingredients and types of foods available for pets. Mud Bay vHILARY RYAN developed a series of booklets to help pet owners make informed decisions about what to feed their dogs and cats. For Additional Information: Mud Bay Pet Stores In the summer of 2000, Wulff and family found out that Seattle’s mudbay.com largest chain of small-format pet stores was going out of business. The Wulffs knew that people were going to lose their jobs and that
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uso northwest welcomes new center Northwest military members and their families have another great option to access services and programs: the new USO Camp Lewis Center. The center opened in November on Joint Base LewisMcChord in a space donated by and shared with America’s Credit Union. Ken Leonard, CEO of ACU, donated the 1,911-square-foot space and also presented the USO-NW with a check for over $12,000 to help fund programs at the new facility.
USO Northwest provides support to those who need it most. This may include troops deploying overseas and returning home, military families, wounded warriors and their families, and families of the fallen. The new center expands the reach of the USO to more service members and families, who have shown an increased demand for the important services provided through the USO. vHILARY RYAN
The primary mission of the USO is to support America’s troops. For additional information: It has developed a wide range of programs and services to meet the northwest.uso.org/camplewiscenter ever-changing needs of today’s military and their families. For ser- northwest.uso.org/sponsors/america-s-credit-union vice members from Lewis Main or Lewis North, the bustling USO Shali Center on McChord Field can be challenging to access, so the new Camp Lewis Center is a welcome option. The new center features a troop lounge with multiple televisions, computers with free internet, an Xbox gaming system, support to base operations during troop deployments and an information hub for USO programs. The center also offers United Through Reading, part of the Bob Hope Legacy Reading Program. This story time programming helps military families stay connected by assisting deployed service members to record themselves reading their child’s favorite story and then have that recording shipped home. The Camp Lewis facility is the fourth USO Northwest location, after McChord Field, Sea-Tac International Airport and Portland International Airport. With the help of more than 600 volunteers, USO Northwest serves over 750,000 military service members and their families annually.
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arts & events calendar MARCH Model Search at South Hill Mall March 24, 1-3pm South Hill Mall 3500 South Meridian, Puyallup 253.840.2828 | southhillmall.com
APRIL Spring Break Superstars April 2-6, 10am-4pm Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium 5400 North Pearl St, Tacoma 253.591.5337 | pdza.org
South Sound Go Red For Women Luncheon March 29, 10:30am Hotel Murano 1320 Broadway, Tacoma 253.240.3304 | ahatacoma.ejoinme.org
Spring Fashion Show April 7, 1pm South Hill Mall 3500 South Meridian, Puyallup 253.840.2828 | southhillmall.com
Stephen Petronio Company March 29, 7:30pm The Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia 360.753.8586 | washingtoncenter.org
Tacoma Wined Up April 7, 5-9pm Tacoma Armory 1001 South Yakima, Tacoma 253.591.5890 | broadwaycenter.org Race Night at ACM April 12, 5-8pm America’s Car Museum 2702 East D St, Tacoma 253.683.3978 | americascarmuseum.org LeMay Wine, Spirits & Chocolate April 13 & 14, 4-9pm Marymount Event Center 325 152nd St East, Tacoma 253.272.2336 | lemaymarymount.org
Film Focus: Behind the Curtain - Todrick Hall March 30, 7:30pm Theatre on the Square 901 Broadway, Tacoma 253.591.5890 | broadwaycenter.org Easter Bash March 31, noon-3pm South Hill Mall 3500 South Meridian, Puyallup 253.840.2828 | southhillmall.com
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The Center Salon April 13, 7:30pm The Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia 360.753.8586 | washingtoncenter.org Dance Theatre Northwest April 14, 1pm Tacoma Museum of Glass 1801 Dock St, Tacoma 253.778.6534 | dtnw.org
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Family STEAM Day April 17, 11am-4pm America’s Car Museum 2702 East D St, Tacoma 253.683.3978 | americascarmuseum.org Spring Fair April 19-22 Washington State Fair 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup 253.845.1771 | thefair.com Pink Martini April 20, 7:30pm Pantages Theater 901 Broadway, Tacoma 253.591.5890 | broadwaycenter.org It’s Your Day April 21, 11am- 4pm Tacoma Mall 4502 South Steele St, Tacoma showcasemedialive.com/showcase-events Tacoma Guitar Festival April 21 & 22 Tacoma Dome 2727 East D St, Tacoma 253.445.1973 | tacomaguitarfestival.com Puyallup Farmers Market April 21- October 13, 9am-2pm Puyallup Farmers Market 324 South Meridian, Puyallup 253.840.2631| puyallupmainstreet.com
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Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Bluegrass Band May 18, 7:30pm The Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia 360.753.8586 | washingtoncenter.org Corks & Crush May 19, 5:30-11:30pm Washington State Fair Event Center 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup 253.403.3038 | multicare.org/corksandcrush
Race Night at ACM May 10, 5-8pm America’s Car Museum 2702 East D St, Tacoma 253.683.3978 | americascarmuseum.org
Las Cafeteras April 26, 7:30pm The Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia 360.753.8586 | washingtoncenter.org Dance Theatre Northwest April 28, 7pm Tacoma Narrows Glen 8201 6th Ave North, Tacoma 253.778.6534 | dtnw.org Spring Arts Walk April 27 & 28 Downtown Olympia 360.357.8948 | downtownolympia.com Tacoma City Marathon April 28 & 29 Point Ruston 5005 Ruston Way, Tacoma tacomacitymarathon.com Cinderella April 28 & 29, May 5 & 6 Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way South, Federal Way 253.835.7010 | fwpaec.org Submit calendar entries to calendar@showcasemedialive.com
Lacey Spring Fun Fair May 19 & 20 St. Martin’s University 5300 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey 360.481.4393 | laceyspringfunfair.com
Comedy in the Box May 10, 7:30pm Washington Center Black Box Theater 512 Washington St SE, Olympia 360.753.8586 | washingtoncenter.org La Cage Aux Folles May 10-13 & 18-19 Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts (SPSCC) 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Tumwater 360.753.8586 | spscc.edu
Northwest Folklife Festival May 25-28 Seattle Center 305 Harrison St, Seattle 206.684.7300 | nwfolklife.org
Mommy and Me May 12, 11am South Hill Mall 3500 South Meridian, Puyallup 253.840.2828 | southhillmall.com
JUNE Summer Intermezzo June 1, 6:30pm Weatherly Inn 6016 North Highlands Pkwy, Tacoma 253.752.8550 | weatherlyinn.com
Family STEAM Day May 17, 11am-4pm America’s Car Museum 2702 East D St, Tacoma 253.683.3978 | americascarmuseum.org
Metro Parks Alice in Wonderland June 8 & 9, June 15 & 16 Mt. Tahoma High School 3634 South 47th St, Tacoma 253.305.1030 | metroparkstacoma.org
Artist & Lecture Series presents Kip Fulbeck May 17, 7:30pm Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts (SPSCC) 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Tumwater 360.753.8586 | spscc.edu/alseries
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new aquarium showcases local artists Starting this summer, visitors to Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium will be treated not only to a new state-of-the-art marine experience when the new Pacific Seas Aquarium opens, but also to breathtaking art installations featuring two Pacific Northwest artists. The $51.6 million project, led by Metro Parks Tacoma, is funded by the One Percent for Public Art program. As the name suggests, this program earmarks 1 percent of all public works project budgets for the creation of public art. The new aquarium was approved by voters in 2014 as part of the $198 million Metro Parks Tacoma bond. These additions to PDZA are projected to boost attendance at the beloved Pierce County destination, which annually sees over 700,000 visitors. Maria Jost, Tacoma-based illustrator and Tacoma Public Schools’ Science and Math Institute science teacher, will be creating a marine-inspired mural for installation in the aquarium’s Tidal Touch Zone. This zone is an engaging space offering hands-on and up-close experiences for people of all ages. Jost’s work has been seen in many Tacoma locations and was commissioned by Tacoma Makes for the 2014 edition of the Tacoma Playing Cards. In addition, Seattle glass artist Kait Rhoads created a glass jellyfish that will be suspended in the atrium just past the 250,000-gallon Baja Bay habitat. This habitat will be home to green sea turtles, scalloped hammerhead sharks, spotted eagle rays and other warmwater species. Rhoads’ work has been featured in museum and gallery exhibitions across the U.S. and internationally. For this, her first permanent public art piece, she collaborated with PDZA’s jellyfish aquarist Dr. Chad Widmer, the hot shop team at the Museum of Glass and students from Hilltop Artists. For additional information: Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium Choosing to highlight the talents of local artists for these important art installations in the new 5400 North Pearl St, Tacoma aquarium is evidence of the richness of cultural life in the Northwest. When you plan your 253.591.5337 visit, make sure you have a chance to appreciate all the beauty of this new South Sound gem. pdza.org
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toytopia: play your way down memory lane Rekindle the wonder and delight of your favorite childhood moments at Toytopia at the Washington State History Museum in Tacoma. The new exhibition is on view until June 10. What was your favorite childhood toy? A jump rope, a board game or Space Invaders? An Easy Bake Oven or a Slinky? You’ll find your favorites in Toytopia. The exhibition is huge and offers BIG fun! The museum’s fifth floor is a magical toyland where you can play with the world’s largest Etch A Sketch, a life-size doll house, a human-scale Monopoly car and much more. It will delight the “kid” in everyone. “Our goal was to capture the essence of childhood wonder, that dream of being in a world of toys,” said Troy Carlson, owner of Stage Nine Entertainment Group, who created the exhibition. For details on the BIG fun, visit washingtonhistory.org/toytopia.
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Toytopia highlights include: • The world’s largest Etch A Sketch, close to 8 feet tall. • Retro Arcade Area with working games to play. • A life-size doll house. • A life-size Monopoly car and game board—sit inside for a unique photo opportunity! • From the movie Big starring Tom Hanks: the giant piano keyboard and the fortune teller machine Zoltar Speaks. • LEGO® wall, play area and a fanciful electric train running through an inventive LEGO® landscape. • A signature Jack in the Box exploring the science of toys, from Furby® to radiometers. • Historic Schylling Tin Toys. • Keva Planks, Lincoln Logs and Brain Teasers play areas.
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Take a walk down memory lane through decades of toys, many giant-sized as seen here. (Don’t miss the walkthrough doll house, and take a seat in the Monopoly car for a great photo op!) See favorites from your childhood at the Washington State History Museum, Tacoma, through June 10.
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south sound community wine dinners There is always a buzz when new upscale dinner options come along in Olympia. This fall the Percival Restaurant at South Puget Sound Community College started offering quarterly wine-paired dinners. The Percival is a venue for showcasing the advanced culinary artistry that students in the Culinary Arts program have developed.
The first wine-paired dinner took place on Nov. 16. In attendance were nearly 50 college and community members, including SPSCC President Tim Stokes. “I was beaming with pride for our students, chefs and culinary team,” he said. “They delivered a true gastronomic experience.”
together a fabulous paired dinner that rivaled the major food scenes in Seattle and Portland,” said program dean Val Sundby-Thorp. “We also want them to build their resume and experience so they can graduate and enter into the industry with relevant, exciting and professional experience.” Before joining SPSCC’s program in 2016, McLean was the executive chef at the Marcus Whitman Hotel and Conference Center in Walla Walla. His long career of opening restaurants and leading other chefs brings incredible value to the Culinary Arts program.
While the Percival Restaurant plans to continue its quarterly winepaired dinners (next dinner scheduled for Valentine’s Day), it is also The menu featured a triple cream brie, fresh wild king salmon, open to the community for lunch from Monday to Thursday. The pomegranate key lime granita, Snake River Farms wagyu restaurant also offers special reservations, catering, and event and striploin and a chocolate cream tart. Among the featured wines meeting space. vKATIE SAGAWA were TruthTeller’s Viognier, Shea Wine Cellar’s Pinot Noir and Woodward Canyon’s Cabernet Sauvignon, bringing the flavors of For additional information: the Yakima, Willamette and Columbia valleys to the event. Percival Restaurant at SPSCC 360.596.5404 Professor and chef Scott McLean prepared the exclusive menu spscc.edu/campus-life/cafe and pairings along with the students and catering staff. “They put
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happy belly
Since 2014, Happy Belly has been offering unique, healthy options to South Sound residents in search of fresh, delicious meals. Happy Belly owner and executive chef Jennifer Johnson has created a thriving casual-dining establishment that has a loyal following and new converts every day. It features Johnson’s unique perspective on balance in daily living and feeding one’s mind as well as one’s body through a variety of nutritious foods.
Johnson is always looking for new flavor combinations for her dishes. “I am inspired by the way the senses work together—the smell of crushed tomato leaves, the ultra-sweetness of fresh pineapple, salty sea water, the dry feel of crumbling tobacco leaves, the silky feel of apple skin. I create food I wished was made for me and that I want to share with others,” she says. This spring, Happy Belly is all about revitalization and renewal. Coming out of winter, the focus will be on lighter dishes and herbjuice fusions. “We’re excited for the coming sun and citrus,” says Johnson, noting “a kaleidoscope of color and flavor in blossoms and berries, mint, basil, cilantro, ginger, tropical notes and earthy beet, turmeric and greens.” In addition, Happy Belly’s Kitchen Self-Sufficiency class series starts up again in March. The series will help you sharpen your knife skills, discover alternative flours and sweeteners, tackle multimeal preparation, and explore flavor combining. For Johnson, connecting with and caring for her guests and staff has brought her more success than she could have ever imagined. “Listen to the community. They’ll tell you exactly what is needed,” she says. “Then my job is to deliver it in a creative, tasty and affordable way that keeps bringing them back. Also, smiles, kindness and positivity are contagious. Everyone can use more of it.” vHILARY RYAN For additional information: Happy Belly 1122 Market Street happybellytacoma.com
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dave & buster’s brings fun to auburn Dave & Buster’s first Washington state location is now open in Auburn at The Outlet Collection Seattle. The restaurant and entertainment mecca boasts more than 44,000 square feet of arcade games, state-of-the-art sports viewing, and one-of-a-kind food and drink offerings all under one roof. “We’ve had our eyes on the Seattle area for a while now, and the South Sound is an ideal place for Dave & Buster’s first location in the Evergreen State,” said Dave & Buster’s Auburn General Manager James Hartung. “We look forward to introducing the region to what we’re all about—an exciting environment to eat, drink, play and watch sports.” There is no other attraction in Auburn quite like Dave & Buster’s, where guests can experience hundreds of dynamic games, a chefcrafted menu, innovative cocktails and the state-of-the-art D&B Sports Bar filled with dozens of massive HDTV screens. Guests can play more than 190 of the latest arcade games like Injustice Arcade. The mouth-watering menu combines fun and flavor in American fare with items including Ancho Caesar Lettuce Wraps, the Carnivore Pizzadilla, legendary burgers like the Buffalo Wing Burger and the all-new BBBacon Burger (featuring three types of bacon!), and new dishes like the Hawg-A-Saurus Loaded Cheese Fries and Dynamite Fried Shrimp. Dave & Buster’s also features multiple private event spaces to provide an ideal atmosphere for any occasion. From corporate Dave & Buster’s offers one-of-a-kind cocktails like you’ve never seen events and meetings to birthday parties and team building before! The extensive beverage menu includes favorites like Adult activities, the Dave & Buster’s team will work with every size Snow Cones, CoronaRitas, Tiki Drinks, Luxe LITs, a Strawberry and budget to make planning easy, so you can focus on the FUN! Watermelon Margarita made with strawberry-flavored ice cubes vLEAH GROUT and Glow Kones featuring a blinking, flashing glow cube. For additional information: The new location’s D&B Sports Bar is the ultimate destination to Dave & Buster’s Auburn catch all of Washington’s favorite college and professional teams. 1101 Outlet Collection Dr SW, Auburn With screens everywhere you look and “better than the stadium” daveandbusters.com seating, you’ll feel like you’re at the game!
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8 tips for choosing a kitchen designer
Very few homeowners have the knowledge to design, build and install a new kitchen. That’s why many of us employ an expert kitchen designer. But how do you know if you are choosing the right kitchen designer to work with? It comes down to a bit of research and gut feelings. Design mistakes are costly, so it’s worth connecting with more than one kitchen designer to get a feel for the designer who is right for you. Consider the following eight tips when choosing a kitchen designer: 1. Design ability and creativity How do you know just how good a given designer’s ability is? Check how long they have been designing kitchens. Ask to see some examples of their work. Will they be able to show you 3-D visuals of designs they create for you before going ahead with any work? Conceptual design can look amazing, but you want a designer with an eye for the practical realities of kitchen life too.
6. Communication skills Kitchen designers will need to communicate clearly with building contractors, electricians, plumbers and other professionals to get your job done on time and on budget.
7. Testimonials A recommendation by friends or family is a good place to start, but don’t let that be the only factor informing your decision. Ask 2. Technical knowledge your preferred kitchen designer if you can speak with one of their Your kitchen designer should have architectural drafting and previous clients. Check whether your designer kept to deadlines construction experience. He or she needs to have a good and responded promptly to any concerns. knowledge of buildings and industry trends to bring you a state-ofthe-art kitchen design. 8. Qualifications and credentials 3. Product knowledge Providing the right products and appliances for your kitchen also requires knowledge and skill. Good kitchen designers will know trusted cabinet makers and appliance firms to work with. 4. Experience Everyone has to start somewhere, but for making such a big financial investment in your home, you want to choose a designer with experience. Ask to see examples of your kitchen designer’s work. 5. The ability to understand client needs Be clear about all the aspects of kitchen design you want. The best kitchen designers will offer advice and support and guide you to achieve a kitchen design you are completely happy with. They will want to listen to all of your ideas and concerns. Your designer should be asking questions about your living space, your lifestyle, your cooking style and your kitchen needs. Always remember that you are the client, so you can set the terms.
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Make sure your kitchen designer has the qualifications and credentials claimed. You want to know that your designer not only has an eye for great design, but that they’ve studied and understand construction, plumbing and electrical technologies. They should adhere to a professional code of conduct as well. vLEAH GROUT
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trend report: spring 2018 Spring—the time of year when winter has finally turned the corner and we can look forward to giving our wardrobe a much-needed makeover. So what’s in store this season? The runways were lined with trends that were a throwback to the ’90s when logo T-shirts and flannels ruled. But also seen was a refreshing touch of glamour. Here are some of the top wearable trends we can expect this season.
The Classic Trench There’s a reason that the trench coat remains a classic. It is versatile and timeless. It remains a favorite this season. Updates to this classic include feminine frills, while some designers opted for a sleeveless version. Although sleeveless might not be ideal for getting through spring showers, it offers a sleek alternative. Consider adding this update to your spring outerwear lineup.
Lady in Lavender Spring fashion wouldn’t be complete without a palette of pastels reigning the runway. This season, lavender is the clear favorite. Try color-blocking by wearing different shades together, in a top and blazer combination, for instance.
Fringe for Days Fringe has been popular for a few seasons and maintains its place among spring fashion. This can be a tricky trend, especially in the workplace. In love but not sure how best to wear it? Accessorize with a fringe-trimmed bag or booties— just as statement making and less distracting.
Pretty Pumps The glitter trend is huge this season and continues south of the ankles. Designers showed us pumps emblazoned in sequins and glitter. Not just an after-hours look, glitzy heels can be worn long before the sun goes down. If sporting a full sequin top as part of your look is too much, then consider stepping out in a pair of sparkling pumps so pretty they would make Cinderella jealous. vANDREA LERUM
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South Hill Mall Retail, Movies & Dining 3500 South Meridian 253.840.2828 southhillmall.com
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Capital Mall Over 100 Stores, Restaurants & Century Theater 625 Black Lake Blvd 360.754.8017 shoppingcapitalmall.com
Selden’s Home Furnishings Fine Furnishings & Home Decor 1802 62nd Ave E 253.922.5700 seldens.com
Courtyard Antiques Home Gifts & Décor 705 4th Ave E 360.352.3864 courtyardantiquesolympia.com
Watson’s Greenhouse & Nursery Gift Shop & Nursery 6211 Pioneer Way E 253.845.7359 watsonsgreenhouse.com
Tacoma Mall Clothing, Jewelry & Dining 4502 South Steele St 253.475.4565 tacoma-mall.com
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The Popinjay Gift Shop 414 Capitol Way S 360.352.9841
The Pacific Northwest Shop “Made in the Pacific Northwest” products 2702 North Proctor St 253.752.2242 pacificnorthwestshop.com
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Sunrise Village Dining, Shopping & Services 10305 156th St E 253.904.8923 mysunrisevillage.com
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top tips for garden shopping
Visiting garden centers and nurseries is one of the most popular spring/summer pastimes. Fortunately, our region is home to dozens of nurseries offering a wide variety of plants and other gardening items. But browsing a nursery can quickly become overwhelming or confusing. The following tips will help you get the most out of your next nursery visit. • Do your homework. Test your soil; observe where it’s sunny/shady throughout the day; note which parts of your garden need filling; look at websites and magazines for inspiration. Take notes! • Start small and simple. Break down your garden into a series of small-scale projects you can add to over time. • Make a first pass. Wander the nursery, getting a general idea of what’s available and what you want. • Ask for help. Employees can point you toward plants that suit your requirements, plus any supplies you’ll need. • Read the plant tags. They hold key information about a plant’s sun/shade needs, space required, and size at maturity. • Think about longevity. For plants that will be with you more than one season, consider perennials. You can overwinter perennials right in the containers.
• Choose buds over blooms. A plant in bud will give you more color. Plus, plants in bud suffer less transplant shock than plants in full bloom. • Take a close look. You want a bushy, well-branched shape, sturdy stems and healthy-looking leaf color. Avoid sick, diseased or pest-ridden plants. • Check the roots. Take a plant out of its pot to ensure it’s not root-bound. If you do end up with a thick mass of roots, cut through them to loosen before planting. Give the plant extra water until it is well established. • Stretch your budget. Check the sale and clearance sections for bargains, while avoiding plants with disease or pest problems. • Shop often. For the widest selection of healthy, wellmaintained flowers, choose businesses that get regular deliveries of new plants and shop throughout the growing season. Plants are an investment in your landscape. Take your time, use all the available information and enjoy yourself when plant shopping. Happy growing! vKELLY LENIHAN
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resolution restart at your farmers market If you are like most of the population, you’ve long since forgotten your New Year’s resolution by the time spring arrives. But if your pledge was to eat healthier, now is the time to get things back on track. Attend a local farmers market for fresh, nutritious local and organic offerings. Starting in March and April, farmers are returning to their stalls with ripe fruit, handpicked vegetables and other farm-fresh foods that will inspire you to select nourishing as well as local fare. From small farms that dot the Key Peninsula, to the cattle ranches of Eatonville, to the large row-crop farms of the fertile Puyallup Valley, farms are a vibrant part of life throughout our region.
Market located around the fountain near City Hall. Make a day of it and explore the delights of Gig Harbor at the Waterfront Farmers Market. Check out the Olympia Farmers Market, where you can enjoy a wide array of food vendors. And a new year-round farmers market, modeled after the Granville Island Public Market, is in the works at the Tacoma hotspot Point Ruston. So whether you are looking for a crispy addition for a verdant salad, some fresh eggs for a delicious quiche or a gift for a special friend, get to know our local farmers markets and whip that resolution into shape. vHILARY RYAN
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do you have high blood pressure and not know it? High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is called the “silent killer” because there are often no obvious symptoms. It accounts for more heart disease and stroke deaths than almost all other preventable causes—coming in second only to smoking. And the incidence of hypertension is now even higher, according to the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Their new guidelines defining blood pressure levels indicate that nearly half of all adults in the U.S. are now considered to have high blood pressure.
Battle adopted simple advice from her physician: walk 30 minutes a day and eat more fruits and vegetables. She loved the way walking made her feel, so her commitment eventually increased to five to six miles per day. “Walking and eating better has given me an entirely new outlook. My blood pressure is in a healthy range, I’m more energized and am able to do the things I love with my family.” The new guideline recommends that people with readings at or higher than 130 as the top number or 80 as the bottom number should consult with their physician about ways to reduce their blood pressure. Commonly, lifestyle modifications such as adopting a heart-healthy diet, losing weight, quitting cigarettes, cutting back on alcohol and increasing physical activity can make a significant impact. Medication may also be prescribed. vJULIE LEYDELMEYER
Paula Battle, of Tacoma, learned how quickly life can be turned upside-down when high blood pressure goes unmanaged. In 2009 she started her day feeling ill, but as many people do, carried on and went to work. During a meeting, she felt a sudden sharp pain in her head. Her vision started to blur. She knew something was very wrong. Colleagues immediately escorted her to the on-site employee health clinic. By that point, her blood pressure was at a For more information about the American Heart Association or life-threatening level and paramedics were called. heart disease: heart.org “The ambulance ride to the hospital completely changed my life,” Battle said. “I promised myself that if I was able to put my feet on the ground again that I would be different. I needed to change my life for myself, but also for my husband and children.”
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new trend in joint replacement surgery eliminates hospital admission If you’ve known anyone who has undergone joint replacement surgery or if you have considered it yourself, you’ve likely heard that a hospital stay of two to three days is a normal part of the recovery process. Thanks to advancements in surgical care, some patients of Olympia Orthopaedic Associates are able to go home within hours of their knee, hip or shoulder replacement.
“Outpatient joint replacement is a great option for people who are generally healthy and motivated to recover,” says Becki Taylor, RN, BSN, surgical services program manager. “Closely following the exercise and activity regimen prescribed after surgery by the surgeon and physical therapist is key to a successful outpatient procedure.”
Nearly three years ago Olympia Orthopaedics introduced a program pioneered at its Olympia Surgery Center and the area’s two hospitals: the RESTORE Outpatient Joint Replacement Program. The program focuses strongly on preoperatively preparing patients to be discharged safely and effectively to home the same day of surgery.
For the right patient, the technology and techniques used with this surgery can reduce the average recovery time, compared with traditional inpatient surgery. Patients also tend to experience fewer side effects postoperatively, such as nausea and pain. The elimination of an inpatient hospital stay reduces the cost of the procedure and minimizes the risk of acquiring an infection. Recovering in the comfort of your own home is one of the advantages of outpatient total joint replacement that patients appreciate most. “Once we have determined that a patient is ready for discharge, which averages about 3½ hours after surgery, the individual is sent home to recover with the help of a ‘coach’ or family member,” explains orthopaedic surgeon Stephen Snow, M.D. In most cases, he says, a patient is able to perform activities of daily living independently within a day or two. Olympia Orthopaedic’s expertly trained surgeons have performed more than 600 outpatient joint replacements. They were among the first 5 percent of providers in the nation to make joint replacement available in an outpatient setting and are the only clinic in the area offering the procedure. vJULIE LEYDELMEYER For more information about outpatient joint replacement at Olympia Orthopaedic Associates: 3901 Capital Mall Drive SW, Olympia 360.709.6230 olyortho.com
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