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community events | drive the blues away at lemay - america’s car museum Rum runners, moonshiners and bootleggers partied like it was 1929 at Drive the Blues Away: Bootleggers Blowout. For one night only, prohibition in Tacoma was formally re-ratified in an evening of hush-hush drinking and costumed cavorting at LeMay – America’s Car Museum. Tacoma’s best chefs prepared bites of what Prohibition food meant to each of them. Whether with sidecars or South Sound fizzes, attendees celebrated the past, the progression and the craftsmanship of culture surrounding hooch and its evolution to the beer, wine and cocktails of today. Seattle six piece Good Co, the U.S.’s first live Electro Swing Band, and America’s #1 Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute Band, Whiskey River, had the sold-out crowd spontaneously breaking out dance parties and singalongs. Matt Case

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community events | margaritaville slider cook-off About 350 attendees enjoyed a warm, Key West– inspired evening at the Museum of Glass slider competition. The museum was decked out in grass skirts and surf boards for the festive event. Attendees tasted and voted on sliders prepared by five local restaurants while dancing to the melodies of Tropical Storm. For the slider competition, Asado won the People’s Choice award and Stack 571 won the Artist’s Choice. All the proceeds from the evening’s event support educational and community programming at the Museum of Glass.

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celebrating 75 years of food, family and fun A career in the grocery business grabbed hold of Ralph Stormans as a teenager. It became a legacy that he passed on to the next three generations of the Stormans family. Now the business he founded in 1944 in downtown Olympia as Ralph’s Food Center is celebrating its 75th anniversary. “My grandfather was working for Safeway and believed he could do a better job meeting the grocery needs of the community,” says Kevin Stormans, president of Stormans Inc. That quickly proved to be true. Ralph’s Food Center, now Ralph’s Thriftway, gained a loyal customer base thanks to its welcoming shopping experience, high-quality food and wide variety of local products. It wasn’t long before a replacement for the original store was constructed from the ground up on Olympia’s east side. A second store, Bayview Thriftway, is located on Budd Bay. Growing and changing to adapt to an evolving industry has been an important part of the stores’ success, says Stormans. Ralph’s Thriftway was the first store in the region and the 200th in the nation to install a scanning system at its checkouts. More recently, it has embraced digital technology and eliminated its printed weekly sales flyer. Instead, it publishes sales on its website and social media. The cost savings from going digital were reinvested in food-focused events highlighting seasonal offerings and local products. Fun holidaythemed activities, including an Easter egg hunt and Christmas tree lighting, also help build relationships with customers. “Taking care of customers has always been a top priority,” says Stormans. It’s a tenet that has served the stores well. “We’re proud to be part of this community and honored to have been supported for the last 75 years,” says Stormans. vJULIE LEYDELMEYER For Additional Information Ralph’s Thriftway 1908 East 4th, Olympia Bayview Thriftway 516 4th Ave W, Olympia olythriftway.com

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mcmenamins elks temple to start making magic in tacoma Tacoma had been holding its collective breath in anticipation. The tacular atrium and expansive views of Puget Sound’s Commencelong-awaited McMenamins Elks Temple finally opened for business in ment Bay and Thea Foss Waterway. Outside, the adjacent Spanish April. It is the only McMenamins hotel property in the South Sound. Steps down the hillside were modeled after the Scalinata di Spagna in Rome. Yes, it’s a 45-guest-room hotel, but so much more is at the heart of the enchanting experience you’re sure to have. The 700-person- McMenamins enlisted regional artists to bring the seven floors to life. capacity Spanish Ballroom is an epic live music venue. Among the five They even preserved large graffiti that had accumulated during the craft cocktail bars are a tiki bar with an “interactive waterfall foun- temple’s previous decades-long vacancy. tain” and a hidden bar for adventure-seekers. You can quench your Glistening down from above throughout the temple is quite possibly thirst at a seven-barrel brewery with a 16-tap tasting room. the best collection of lighting fixtures and chandeliers on the West McMenamins purchased the historic Elks building in 2007. But con- Coast. McMenamins spent more than five years gathering the colstruction on the crumbling and waterlogged structure didn’t get into lection from far-flung locales like Morocco and New York. There’s full swing until a decade later. (Tacoma has been holding its breath also a local beauty from the shuttered Orpheum Theater in Seattle. for a very long time.) An enormous amount of renovation and restoration has transformed the 1915 eye-catcher into an inspiring gather- So don’t forget to look up! Look for McMenamins’ magic in every corner. Follow the right footsteps or white rabbit and you may even ing spot for both locals and tourists. find yourself in the secret bar. vEMILY HAPPY Prepare to be wowed by the striking architecture of É. Frère Champney that landed the Elks Temple on the National Register of For Additional Information Historic Places. Besides the grand Spanish Ballroom, there’s a spec- mcmenamins.com SHOWCASE MAGAZINE

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an inspirational and hilarious “night out” kristina kuzmic at pantages theater Everyone needs an evening of laughter and inspiration once in a while, especially parents. On Friday, July 26, the comedian Kristina Kuzmic will share her experiences as a mother and overall cheerleader for her family. The performance will begin at 8 p.m. at the Pantages Theater in Tacoma.

Kuzmic has gained millions of followers on YouTube and Facebook through videos about raising children, being an immigrant and more. Her videos are hilarious and inspirational at the same time. They provide viewers with a sense that they’re not alone, while also letting them laugh. Since her first video in 2011, Kuzmic has received critical acclaim for her videos on the Huffington Post, People magazine, Cosmopolitan, and the San Francisco Globe. Video topics include parents’ relationship with their children, breastfeeding in public and why she’s “totally cool” if her children are upset with her. In 2011 she was chosen from 15,000 applicants as the winner of “Oprah’s Search for the Next TV Star.” Kuzmic went on to have a reality show, The Ambush Cook, on the Oprah Winfrey Network. Now she’s ready to share her parenting advice and comedy with a live audience. Her Hope and Humor Tour is taking her throughout the U.S. The comedian considers this a “night out” show. According to her website, Kuzmic “might wear actual pants or she might be in week-old dirty pajamas, depending on the intensity of motherhood that week.” A self-described “sanitation engineer, chef, chauffeur, and conflict resolution guru” for her three children, Kuzmic says she struggles with parenting just as much as anyone. With wit and charm, she works hard to help parents and others know they’re not alone. Tickets for the Pantages event range from $29 to $39. A VIP package for $75 includes a meet-and-greet with Kuzmic before the show. vJORDAN MARIE MCCAW For Additional Information tacomaartslive.org

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Summer camp offers children an experience all their own without Mom or Dad supervising their every move or decision. Yes, camp counselors are keeping a close watch. But kids away from home become more resilient and learn how to do more things on their own. Summer camp helps kids have enriching experiences, be a part of a special community, form new relationships and grow. For parents, the best part is watching the kids become more confident because of activities they were doing at camp. A summer full of memories, growth, experience, and friends— what could be better?

If summer camp isn’t your thing, or you prefer to spend time as a family, there are plenty of activities, programs and classes to keep you busy this summer. Choose from a wide range of recreational activities for all ages and abilities—early childhood, youth, adult or people with disabilities. Whether sports, fitness and wellness classes, or other activities, there is plenty of fun for everyone! vKELLY LENIHAN

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cooking it up with carla hall Carla Hall is best known as co-host of ABC’s popular, Emmy Award–winning lifestyle series The Chew. And on Nov. 2 she will bring her love for cooking to the Saint Martin’s Gala in the university’s Marcus Pavilion. Hall won over audiences when she competed on Bravo’s Top Chef and Top Chef: All Stars and shared her philosophy of always cooking with love. She believes food connects us all. She strives to communicate this through her work, her cooking, and in her daily interactions with others. Born in Nashville, Tenn., Hall grew up surrounded by soul food. When the time came for her to select her career path, she first opted for a business route. She graduated from Howard University and worked as an accountant for two years. Then she switched gears to work as a runway model. It was during that time, as she traveled (and ate) her way through Europe for a few years, she realized that her deep-rooted passion for food could be her career path. Today she is a trained chef who has worked in restaurant kitchens in and around Washington, D.C.

causes close to her heart. These include Helen Keller International, an organization that works to improve the lives of those with blindness and to prevent the causes and consequences of blindness. She is also the culinary ambassador for the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. “Giving back has always been important,” says Hall. The TV shows and notoriety have offered a platform for me to be intentional and authentic about giving back and setting an example for others.” Carla will be doing that at the Saint Martin University's Gala in November. The black-tie gourmet evening includes an exquisite fivecourse dinner, cooking demos and a live auction benefiting Saint Martin’s student scholarships. vLEAH GROUT For Additional Information stmartin.edu/gala

On the literary front, Hall has combined her love of food, people and culture to write several cookbooks. Her latest cookbook, Carla Hall’s Soul Food: Everyday and Celebration, will be published on Oct. 23. Her two other cookbooks are Carla’s Comfort Food: Favorite Dishes from Around the World and Cooking with Love: Comfort Food That Hugs You. The author says that one of the most positive aspects of her cookbooks has been having a voice for African American cooking and discovering the South. “It’s been an inspiration to check out your past and explore what culture looks like on a plate,” she says. Hall is active with a number of charitable organizations that reflect her passion for

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One of the best parts of dining out is reading through a menu full of delectable dishes. Each description makes you hungrier as you try to decide from an array of appetizing options. But do you ever wonder where that food comes from? Or if it’s fresh? Fortunately, many dining establishments are making a shift toward providing farm-to-table foods. When you see the terms farm-to-table, locally sourced, farm-fresh or farm-to-fork on a menu, you know the restaurant has a direct relationship with a farm. But what does this really mean? Farm-to-table, at its heart, can be defined as a social movement in which restaurants source their ingredients from local farms without going through a store, market or distributor. Farm-to-table promotes “clean” eating that guarantees fresh, healthy food. Local organic farming, community support, seasonal eating and environmental sustainability are the greatest benefits of this booming movement.

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Most recently, the farm-to-table movement has led chefs and restaurant owners to get increasingly involved in the growing of their ingredients, even buying their own farms. As the Wall Street Journal put it, a shift is underfoot from “simply sourcing to becoming the source.” We are lucky to have a delicious array of restaurants featuring locally sourced, farm-fresh menus in the South Sound. vKELLY LENIHAN

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960 degrees of cool Cocktails are making their mark in the South Sound. The craft cocktail scene is enjoying quick-pour growth, both in quantity and quality. Matriarch, En Rama and Devil’s Reef are just a few of the first-class, cocktail-first bars that have opened in the past year-plus. The latest addition to this superior party pack is Bar 960.

The menu features light-fare, must-try shareable plates. These include freshly shucked oysters and the 960 Burger made with wagyu beef. Top these off with a refreshing selection of microbrews and creative cocktails. The chai-infused Spiced Sidecar, for one, is a perfect partner for a craft cocktail adventure.

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LACEY Summer in Lacey is jam-packed with festivals, concerts and other community events. On June 22–23, the Renaissancethemed festival All’s Faire lets locals and tourists be Vikings, kings, queens, pirates and more. Lacey Days begins right after, running from June 24 through July 8. Events include a jazz festival, children’s entertainment series, ice cream social and the South Sound BBQ Festival. July 3 is the city’s biggest summer event: the Fireworks Spectacular and Freedom Concert. Festivalgoers are invited to spread out chairs and blankets at Rainier Vista Community Park for the show.

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SUMNER Rhubarb Days is an annual event and this year it is July 27–28. It’s a time for watching the pie eating contest or taking part in rhubarb racing. It also includes live music, kids’ activities and a vintage market. Every Friday in July, Sumner hosts Music Off Main, featuring several bands and celebrating music enjoyed outdoors. Fridays in August are Movies Off Main, for an evening watching a movie in the park. Sumner hosts the Classy Chassis Car Show on Aug. 11.

GIG HARBOR Summer is full of family activities in Gig Harbor. The city hosts a Summer Concert Series and Family Movie Nights. Spend an evening dancing with your loved one or enjoying a family-friendly flick in the park. July 20–21 is the 35th Annual Summer Art Festival, featuring local artists, amateur and professionals alike.

TACOMA The Bash Music and Craft Beer Festival is on June 9 at America’s Car Museum. This is a first for Tacoma, but it’s not new to the U.S. The festival features over 100 craft beers and live music by Rancid, Pennywise and more. Tacoma’s Freedom Fair is Washington state’s largest Fourth of July event. Before the fireworks show, there’ll be entertainment and activities for the whole family, food, crafts vendors and a car show. SHOWCASE MAGAZINE

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buckle up for the great race This is the first time the Great Race, the world’s premiere old-car rally, will take place entirely on the West Coast. It will start in Riverside, Calif., on Saturday, June 22, and finish in Tacoma on Sunday, June 30. The 2,300-mile adventure will bring 120 of the world’s finest antique automobiles to 18 cities in California, Nevada, Oregon and Washington.

The event was started in 1983 by Tom McRae. It takes its name from the 1965 movie The Great Race. The comedy is based on the real-life 1908 automobile race from New York to Paris.

The “race” is actually a time/speed/distance rally. The vehicles, each with a driver and navigator, are given precise instructions each day for every move down to the second. They are scored at secret Teams and cars from Japan, England, Australia, Canada and every checkpoints along the way and are penalized one second for each corner of the United States will converge with vintage automobiles second either early or late. The lowest score wins. dating back as far as 1916. Cars built in 1974 and earlier are eligible. Most entries will have been manufactured before World War II. If all goes according to plan, cars start and finish one minute apart. Organizers say the biggest challenge for the teams, other than stay“We are pleased to be working with our friends at America’s Car ing on time and following instructions, is getting an old car to the Museum to host the finish of the 2019 Great Race,” says race direc- finish line each day. tor Jeff Stumb. The race has started and ended in Tacoma before, he says, “but this will be the first time we have the honor of holding Each stop on the Great Race is free to the public. Spectators may the race in conjunction with America’s Car Museum.” visit with participants and view the cars. Kids may even climb in some cars for a firsthand look. “When the Great Race pulls into a city it becomes an instant festival,” Stumb says. “Last year we had five overnight stops with more than 10,000 spectators on our way to having 250,000 people see the Great Race during the event.” Luckily this year the event will end with the Shine Time Car Show at America’s Car Museum. The Shine Time Car Show is free fun for the whole family. There’ll be hundreds of collector cars, plus food trucks. The Great Race will finish at America’s Car Museum on June 30 between 1:30 and 3:30pm. vLEAH GROUT For Additional Information greatrace.com americascarmuseum.org/event/shinetime

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home spotlight: creighton home This family home is tucked away ideally in the woods atop a hill in Orting. But the owners wanted a larger space for their growing family. “Our vision was to be in our ‘forever home’ and have a place large enough and set up for entertaining. It was also important to have lots of room for the kids and their friends. We wanted it to be cozy and inviting, and that’s exactly what was created,” the homeowners now say. Work began on the remodel in April 2017, and the updates were completed in January 2019. The remodeled home now has a new entryway with a custom tile “mat.” On one side, a glass double barn door opens to an office. On the other is the new dining room. The ceilings soar to 20 feet as you walk into the great room with a stunning stone fireplace. The grand space easily accommodates a reading nook and component cabinets. continued >>

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creating jewelry that’s unique and personal Some jewelry pieces evoke warm memories, have an important story, or once belonged to a loved one. These pieces are cherished as a family treasure that is passed on through generations. That’s the life jewelry should have, says Phyllis Harrison. She’s the co-owner of LeRoy Jewelers and The Art Stop with her husband, Steph Farber. “We believe jewelry should be deeply personal and be made to last lifetimes,” Harrison says.

Another couple wanted matching wedding bands, but had differing ideas about what they liked. By learning more about them, Harrison found that the schwa (a vowel symbol that looks like an upside down letter “e”) was meaningful to them. With the help of computer-aided design software and a 3D printer to create molds, Farber crafted matching rings that were beautiful and unique. These are characteristics that have described the workmanship at LeRoy Jewelers for more than 75 years.

That philosophy is at the heart of each piece of custom jewelry created at LeRoy Jewelers in downtown Tacoma. Harrison spends time “We can do just about whatever a client wants,” notes Harrison. learning not only about what the customer might want, but also why. That starts with finding the spark that sets the initial design concept in She shares an example: motion. Working within the client’s budget, the jewelers determine the best methods to achieve the desired outcome. “A groom wanted a simple white gold wedding band, but also somehow wanted to use a yellow gold ring that was his grandmother’s. “We really pride ourselves on helping our clients tell their stoThe groom’s grandmother had raised him and was a significant figure ries the way they want them to be told,” concludes Harrison. vJULIE LEYDELMEYER in his life.” Harrison and Farber proposed casting a new ring around the old ring. The finished piece, from the outside, looked like a simple white gold man’s wedding band. On the inside his grandmother’s ring was clearly visible, including the engraving.

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shopping guide Tacoma Blitz & Co. Florist Gifts & Home Decor 909 Pacific Ave 253.572.2327 blitzflorist.com

Olympia Archibald Sisters Fragrance & Personal Care Essentials 406 Capitol Way S 800.943.2707 archibaldsisters.com

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Creative Forces Gifts & Art 1320 Broadway Plaza 253.227.8871 creativeforcesgallery.com LeRoy Jewelers 940 Broadway 253.272.3377 ljewelers.com Selden’s Home Furnishings Fine Furnishings & Home Decor 1802 62nd Ave E 253.922.5700 seldens.com Tacoma Mall Clothing, Jewelry & Dining 4502 South Steele St 253.475.4565 tacoma-mall.com The Art Stop Handcrafted Art, Jewelry & Clothing 940 Broadway 253.272.3377 artstoptacoma.com

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linnea’s unique boutique continues to grow Linnea Grantham dreamed of one day following in her father’s footsteps. “My father owned a European gift shop just outside of Boston and my sisters and I practically grew up in the shop,” recalls Grantham. “I always wanted to have a gift shop of my own one day.” Grantham’s opportunity came knocking in the fall of 2015. Capital Medical Center in Olympia was looking for a vendor to establish an independently owned gift shop at the hospital. Grantham, who also owns a successful promotional products company with her husband, enthusiastically answered. “It was one of the scariest and most exciting decisions I’ve made because it had always just been a dream,” she says. “But I knew I had to try.” Linnea’s Unique Boutique, opened in December 2015, quickly garnered rave reviews from hospital staff and the general public. The shop’s 300-square-foot space is filled wall-to-wall with fun and eclectic gifts, a little sarcastic humor and plush animals. “I only stock things that I would personally buy,” the owner explains. “I love everything in here.” About a year after opening, the shop’s popularity got the attention of Overlake Medical Center in Bellevue. Grantham was invited to open a second shop. “I’ve always said that Linnea’s is not your typical ‘hospital gift shop,’ but a gift shop that happens to be in a hospital.” The Overlake space is more than twice the size of the Olympia location. Their distance apart of nearly 70 miles, with a lot of freeway traffic, makes running the two locations geographically challenging. For Additional Information But, says Grantham, “I have a wonderful, supportive staff at both Linnea’s Unique Boutique shops, who I can’t say enough good about. They make it all possible.” 3900 Capital Mall Dr SW, Olympia facebook.com/LinneasDreamOlympia In April, Linnea’s opens in a third location, the Lacey/Hawks Prairie 1035 116th Ave NE, Bellevue area. Customers will be delighted at the new shop, says Grantham. facebook.com/LinneasDreamBellevue 6715 Martin Way E, Lacey They will find items that are offered only in the Lacey shop. facebook.com/LinneasDreamLacey vJULIE LEYDELMEYER

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Tenacity and perseverance are two traits that have helped FoxFire Salon and Spa reach an impressive milestone—35 years in business. “It was never my intention to be a business owner,” said Karin Walker, founder and owner. “I just wanted to work with my friends doing great hair and having fun in a really nice environment.” “I was 26 years old and needed $25,000 for the build-out of my first location,” Walker recalled. “I kept getting turned down because the bankers didn’t think I knew what I was doing, and they were right!” Young and fearless, the aspiring salon owner kept applying. Eventually she found the right lender, who by happenstance was also her client. Walker’s parents offered their home as collateral. The founder’s vision of a high-end salon was the catalyst for FoxFire. The business opened on Feb. 14, 1984, in leased space at the intersection of Center and Orchard Streets in Tacoma. Walker credits her six original employees with playing a huge role in the salon’s overall success. Two still work with her in a staff that now numbers close to 30. Though Walker describes her start as unintentional, she has kept a keen eye to the future. In 2001 she moved the business to its Fircrest location. She built this salon from the ground up. In 2009 she heard a rumor that a prime location in the Proctor District might soon be available. She contacted the building owner to say she was interested. Just a few months later, she opened this second location. “It’s been quite the journey, but I’ve enjoyed it,” said Walker. “I’m a people person and have enjoyed working with my team.” She is also proud of the many awards the salons have earned over the years. Most memorable was being recognized in 2013 by Salon Today, the top business publication for owners of salons and spas. FoxFire made its list of the top 200 salons in the country. vJULIE LEYDELMEYER For Additional Information FoxFire Salon and Spa 1912 65th Ave W, Tacoma 2701 North Proctor St, Tacoma 253.565.7765 foxfiresalon.com

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warm-weather wellness tips for seniors KELLY LENIHAN

Warmer weather often awakens a desire to get outside and be ac- Check the Side Effects of Your Prescriptions tive. But seniors who have a higher sensitivity to heat need to use Some medications increase sun sensitivity. Find out whether you caution when making plans in the sun. need to take extra precautions. Following other suggestions on this list will help you avoid problems.

Put on Your Walking Shoes

Walking is an excellent physical activity. And doing so in a park or Relish the Outdoors forest is a great way to connect with nature. Joining a group can also Enjoy the great outdoors with a picnic! Just remember to pick an be an easy way to meet new friends. Choose terrain—and support- area with comfortable seating and shade, even if it’s in your own ive shoes—suitable for your activity level and balance. backyard. Bird-watching and photography are two other pastimes to stimulate the mind and body. If you love to shop, flea markets are Take an Exercise Class a fun summertime activity. Just remember to protect yourself with Get your endorphins flowing! Yoga, pilates or tai chi can all improve sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat, sunscreen and bug repellant. balance and flexibility, decreasing the chance of falling. Water aerobics is good for those with arthritis or chronic pain. Or try lowimpact sports such as horseshoes, miniature golf, bocce ball, bean bags, badminton or croquet.

Get Outside and Garden

Gardening can be as calming and relaxing as an hour of meditation. Digging, planting and weeding can improve strength, flexibility and agility. If you don’t have a garden, consider volunteering at a local park.

Lighten Up Your Diet

With fruits and vegetables coming into season, it’s time to enjoy salads, light soups and other lighter fare. Farmers markets provide an opportunity to get outdoors and select healthful foods for dinner.

Stay Hydrated

As we age, our ability to notice thirst may decrease, so keep an eye on your water intake, especially when you’re outdoors in the sun. At home, drink water and herbal tea rather than other beverages.

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Summertime can mean allergy season, so pay attention to allergy forecasts. Untreated allergies are uncomfortable and can lead to breathing problems or sinus infections. Your doctor can recommend or prescribe a treatment to help prevent serious respiratory problems.

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