ShowCase Magazine's Spring 2024 issue

Mark your calendar for Corks & Crush, Good Samaritan Foundation’s premier gala featuring fine wines, gourmet dining, a lively auction and after-party at the Washington State Fair Events Center. Proceeds from Corks & Crush 2024 will support expanding access to care and increasing services offered at MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital.

Registration opens in March. CORKSANDCRUSH.ORG

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community

events | saint martin’s gala

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good eats and shopping at the tumwater craft district p 8 events | providence st. peter’s christmas in the forest p 11 great-granddaughter of founder joins o bee credit union p 13 the current, an artist award

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p 15 events calendar

maritime gallery expansion at harbor history museum p 19 veteran graduation ceremony at saint martin’s university p 20 inspire women’s business conference returns may 23 p 21 patsy suhr place

education

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bates technical college students awarded the p 25 t’wina nobles scholarship

salmon school exhibit visits museum of glass p 27

cuisine

experience the flavors of paris at left bank pastry p 29 crockett’s public house opens in bonney lake

home & garden

p 30

home trends for 2024 p 32

honoring her mother

wedding

p 35

wedding venues that inspire p36 five stylish wedding gowns for 2024

shopping shopping guide

wellness

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habitat women build: strong women, strong world p 45

spa & salon guide

p47 go red for women - kyra smithlin: the importance of cpr p 49 are you eligible for this little-known benefit? p 51

events | Saint Martin’s Gala

Over 600 guests attended the Saint Martin’s University annual black tie Gala to see three special hosts: Seattle-based chefs Tom Douglas and Roy Breiman, and Italian butcher Dario Cecchini. The evening’s activities included a live cooking demo on stage with each chef creating exquisite courses that were sampled by the audience. Each menu item was paired with a wine from Gala wine sponsors Maryhill Winery and Eola Hills Winery.

The evening was topped off by the afterparty. In the end, the event raised a record-breaking $2 million+ for student support and scholarships.

Tom Douglas

Robin Lucas, Jennifer Nino, Morgan Marici, Miriam Battson, Rachael Costner

Roy Breiman and Tom Douglas

Dino Cecchini

Good Eats and Shopping at the Tumwater Craft District

As we gear up for sunshine, good eats, and outdoor spaces, the Tumwater Craft District checks all of the boxes with the new Market Building, one of several structures open for business at the up-and-coming development.

Situated on the grounds near Heritage Distilling Co.’s three-story distillery and tasting room overlooking the Deschutes River Valley, the Market Building offers a wide selection of local purveyors, food vendors, and more.

“It’s really the anchor to our craft producers and retail space,” says Craft District managing member and lead developer, John Peters. “Inspired largely by Pybus Market in Wenatchee, it’s a miniature version of that with a goal of supporting local families and communities.”

To date, 11 tenant spaces are located within, creating a one-stop shopping experience for dining and finding unique items for sale by a mix of area vendors.

It’s an A-list that includes Finnriver, Sweetlee’s Ice Cream, Nana Pattaya Thai Express, and the stunning Kluh Art Gallery featuring works by local artist Julie Kluh, to name a few. Be sure to sample the lobster fries from Olympia Seafood Co., also found inside.

At the building’s north end is an expansive outdoor patio, beer garden with picnic tables, and a covered area

with fire tables to warm up on chillier evenings this spring and summer. Look for community-wide artisan and seasonal markets popping up soon.

Sample cuisine from Bastard Pies, one of two featured stationary food trucks. Chef Joe Rumberger rocks Neapolitan-style pizza with names like ‘Old Dirty Bastard,’ aka hand-tossed dough topped with salami, olives, Calabrian chili, and oregano baked to perfection.

Wander next door to Abe’s Waffles for something sweet and savory like the OG chicken and powdered sugar-covered waffle.

The overall project, a partnership between the City of Tumwater, Heritage Distilling, South Puget Sound Community College’s Craft Brewing and Distilling Program, and the Tumwater Craft District, will total six structures when finished.

Included in the build-out is a 2,000-person amphitheater slated for high-end acts upon completion along with music festivals and larger-scale events.

v EMILY MOLINA

For Additional Information thecraftdistrict.com

events | Providence St. Peter’s Christmas in the Forest

Providence Southwest Washington Foundation celebrated the 36th annual Christmas in the Forest event. The swanky Gala Dinner & Auction and public viewing days were filled with the holiday spirit.

The combined efforts of hundreds of donors, sponsors, and volunteers resulted in $635,000 raised to support local Providence programs for the benefit of patients and their loved ones. More than $325,000 will support the “No One Dies Alone” program and will ensure compassionate end-of-life care for years to come.

Christmas in the Forest is the Foundation’s largest fundraising event, generating more than $13.5 million throughout its history. Over the past 36 years, this beloved community event has provided support to Providence mission-driven programs.

Chris, Jessica and Susan Ritter; Niquette Kelcher

Teresa Lynch, Karen Fukui, Daren Sachet, Steve and Jill Cooper

Alexis and Justin Erickson, Helena and Rob Rice

Great-Granddaughter of Founder Joins O Bee Credit Union

In 1955, Ted McGill, a worker at the Olympia Brewery, heard about credit unions and thought it would be a good idea for the brewery workers to start one. Ted went on to establish O Bee Credit Union, now a multimillion-dollar organization. He likely never imagined that 68 years later his great-granddaughter would assume the role he once held.

O Bee Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Martha Prestin as Chief Financial Officer. With a wealth of experience in the finance industry and a proven track record of success, Prestin brings a valuable perspective to the leadership team and adds her name to a proud family history.

Prestin has been an integral part of the O Bee family for decades. She has served on the Board of Directors and Supervisory Committee for more than 20 years, including the last four years as the Supervisory Committee chair. Prior to joining O Bee, Prestin was the Chief Financial Officer for the Chief Seattle Council Boy Scouts of America for 12 years.

Accounting prowess runs in Prestin’s family, dating back to her great-grandmother Viola “Vi” McGill. “People don’t talk about my great-grandmother enough,” she says. “My grandfather thought he could do it by himself, but quickly realized he needed her help,” Prestin adds with a laugh. Vi McGill served as the credit union’s head bookkeeper, a position she held from O Bee’s earliest days until her retirement in 1971.

During the first three years of the credit union’s founding, Ted and Vi ran O Bee from their dining room table on Capitol Boulevard in Tumwater. Brewery employees would walk the few blocks to Ted and Vi’s small Craftsman-style home to discuss loans and make deposits. “My mom remembers having to be very quiet when she visited their house as a little girl because they were doing business,” adds Prestin.

Prestin is thrilled to serve the members of the credit union her family started. “As a child, ‘O Bee Credit Union’ meant family,” she recalls. “It was like a second home to me. Everyone seemed to know me there, and I just took that for granted. It was only when I was older that I really understood the important role my grandparents played in growing the credit union. I’m immensely proud to have this connection,” she added.

O Bee is honored to welcome Martha Prestin to the team. Her enthusiasm and commitment to the credit union’s growth and member services align perfectly with their mission to improve the lives of members through financial well-being. With her unique perspective and proud legacy, Prestin is poised to play a pivotal role in steering O Bee Credit Union toward an even greater future. v

Bladeless

The Current, An Artist Award

Kristina Batiste, a minimalist potter and ceramic artist from Tacoma, was recently named Tacoma Art Museum’s 2023 The Current, An Artist Award recipient. The Current is an annual award providing financial and institutional support to a Black artist living and working in the Tacoma area.

“I have to say I was shocked and delighted,” said Batiste when asked about her reaction to her selection. She was on a road trip with her husband in San Francisco and had just walked out from a visit into another potter’s studio when she read the email. “They picked me . . . they picked a potter . . . I was over the moon.”

In recognition of her artistic excellence, Batiste received a $15,000 unrestricted gift. She also has the option of receiving available institutional resources. In tandem, the two elements strengthen networks that make creating art easier for Black artists.

Batiste is the second local artist to be named The Current, An Artist Award recipient with Darrell McKinney being selected in 2022. Selected from three nominees, the final juror, Ms. Jas Keimig said of Batiste, “She forges new paths in crafting her exquisite, minimalist work in such a way that makes the viewers think about how we imbue our own histories in the objects we use to eat, drink, and entertain.”

According to Batiste, “I do a lot of narrative storytelling with my clay and there is meaning that I’m putting into the work. I’m not an unusual potter . . . I work with stoneware and porcelain in common and accessible ways including wheel thrown and handbuilt ... but I do it in a really tactical and mindful way.”

Batiste’s pieces reference the lived experiences of African diasporic peoples

in the form of water jars, abstracted oyster shell-shaped sharing bowls, and cups as protest ware. “I fell in love working with clay. I hope to work with this material for the rest of my life.”

v LYNN CASTLE

For Additional Information Tacoma Art Museum tacomaartmuseum.org

Awardee Kristina Batiste

events calendar

MARCH

Olympia Farmers Market Spring Season

Year round, Saturday and Sunday, 10am-3pm

Olympia Farmers Market 700 Capitol Way N, Olympia 360.352.9096 | olympiafarmersmarket.com

Imagine Monet

Through April 14, times vary

Tacoma Armory

1001 S Yakima Ave, Tacoma 253.346.1721 | tacomaartslive.org

Solidarity Now! 1968 Poor People’s Campaign

Through April 28

Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Ave, Tacoma 253.272.3500 | washingtonhistory.org

Rent

Through March 31, Fridays & Saturdays 7:30pm, Sundays 2pm

Tacoma Little Theatre

210 North I St, Tacoma 252.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com

St Paddy’s Day Run Tacoma March 16, 8:10am

Downtown Tacoma

tcmaevents.com/st-paddys-day-run-tacoma

Melissa Etheridge: I’m Not Broken March 22, 7:30pm

Pantages Theater 901 Broadway, Tacoma 253.346.1721 | tacomaartslive.org

VIVID: A Fundraiser for the Arts March 23, 5:30pm

Foss Waterway Seaport 705 Dock St, Tacoma 253.346.1721 | tacomaartslive.org

Cascade Christian School Impact Auction March 23, 6pm

Greater Tacoma Convention Center 1500 Commerce St, Tacoma 253.841.1776 | cascadechristian.org/support

iLuminate March 24, 7:30pm

Federal Way Performing Arts & Event Center 3150 Pete Von Reichbauer Way, Federal Way 253.835.7010 | fwpaec.org

Eireann – A Taste of Ireland March 24, 5pm

Washington Center Main Stage 512 Washington St, Olympia 360.753.8585 | washingtoncenter.org

APRIL

The 2023 WA529 Art Contest: What is Your Dream Job? April 1-May 1 Entries accepted online 529.wa.gov/art-contest

90th Annual Daffodil Parade April 6

Tacoma 10:15am, Puyallup 12:45pm, Sumner 2:30pm, Orting 5pm thedaffodilfestival.org

Spring Fair

April 11-14 & 18-21

Washington State Fair Event Center 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup thefair.com

TAM Gala 2023: Momentum

April 13, 5-9pm

Tacoma Art Museum 1701 Pacific Ave, Tacoma 252.272.4258 | tacomaartmuseum.org

Benson Lecture: Tami Charles April 15, 4pm Reception, 7pm Lecture

Anderson University Center 12180 Park Ave S, Parkland 253.535.7162 | plu.edu

Family STEAM Day

April 20, 11am-3pm

LeMay America’s Car Museum 2702 East D St, Tacoma americascarmuseum.org

Olympia Symphony: Flamenco April 21, 3pm

Washington Center 512 Washington St, Olympia 360.753.8585 | olympiasymphony.org

Almost Maine

April 26-May 12, Fridays & Saturdays 7:30pm, Sundays 2pm

Tacoma Little Theatre 210 North I St, Tacoma 252.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com

Michael W. Smith - FOREVER Tour

April 24

Pantages Theater 901 Broadway, Tacoma tacomacitytheaters.org

Spring Arts Walk & Procession of the Species

April 26, 6-10pm & April 27, noon-6pm

Downton Olympia Olympia Parks & Recreation 360. 709.2781 | artswalkoly.com

Klahowya

April 27, 11am-4pm

Fort Nisqually Living History Museum

5519 Five Mile Dr, Tacoma metroparkstacoma.org/event/klahowya

Mini Maestros – Peter & The Wolf

April 28, 2:30pm

University of Puget Sound Schneebeck Concert Hall

1500 N Warner St, Tacoma 253.272.7264 | symphonytacoma.org

MAY

Ladies of Laughter

May 3, 7:30pm

Washington Center Main Stage

512 Washington St, Olympia 360.753.8585 | washingtoncenter.org

Centralia Farmers Market

May 3-September

Pine Street Plaza, Centralia centraliafarmersmarket.org

Taste of Asia: Korea

May 4

Asia Pacific Cultural Center 3513 E Portland Ave, Tacoma asiapacificculturalcenter.org

South Sound Free Dental Day

May 4, 8am-1pm

Light Dental Studio

8012 112th St Ct E, Suite 320, Puyallup 253.848.2331 | lightdentalstudios.com

MayFest

May 10-11, 10am-5pm

Lakewold Gardens 12317 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood 253.584.4106 | lakewoldgardens.org

Corks & Crush

May 18, 6pm

Washington State Fair Events Center 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup 253.403.3038 | corksandcrush.org

Lacey Spring Fair

May 18, 10am-6pm, May 19, 11am-5pm

Saint Martin’s University

5000 Abbey Way SE, Lacey 360.491.0857 | laceyparks.org/events/funfair

Legendary Legacy: Dr. Cobbs Farewell to TYSA May 18, 7pm

Pantages Theater 901 Broadway, Tacoma 253.346.1721 | tysamusic.org

Capitol City Marathon, Half Marathon, Five Mile & Kids Run

May 18 & 19

Sylvester Park Washington St, Olympia capitolcitymarathon.org

SOGO Spring Concert

May 19, 4pm

Washington Center

512 Washington St, Olympia 360.352.1438 | studentorchestras.org

18th Annual Student Art Exhibition

May 20- June 14

South Puget Sound Community College

Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts, Bldg. 21 2011 Mottman Rd, Olympia spssc.edu/events-calendar

events calendar

JUNE

Point Defiance Flower & Garden Festival & Wonder & Grow Children’s Garden

June 1 & 2

Point Defiance Park 5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma metroparkstacoma.org

Maritime Gig Festival

June 1-2

Skansie Brothers Park 3211 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor gigharborchamber.net/maritime-gig-festival

From the Mississippi Delta

June 7-23, Fridays & Saturdays 7:30pm, Sundays 2pm

Tacoma Little Theatre

210 North I St, Tacoma 252.272.2281 | tacomalittletheatre.com

Sound to Narrows Race

June 8, various start times & races 37th St & N Vassault St, Tacoma soundtonarrows.org

Black Box Jazz: Dmitri Matheny Band

June 14, 8pm

Washington Center Main Stage

512 Washington St, Olympia 360.753.8585 | washingtoncenter.org

FairyFest

June 21-23, 10am-5pm

Lakewold Gardens 12317 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood 253.584.4106 | lakewoldgardens.org

Maritime Gallery Expansion at Harbor History Museum

Rising tall at the north edge of Gig Harbor’s waterfront is the newly enclosed Maritime Gallery at the Harbor History Museum. At its center is the 65-foot wooden purse seiner Shenandoah, built in 1925 at Skansie Ship Building Co. for local Gig Harbor fisherman Pasco Dorotich. Stunning with its massive glass windows and barn-red exterior, the gallery was years in the making and is the product of a six-year capital campaign.

“We are stewards of our local history and culture,” said Stephanie Lile, the Museum’s Executive Director. “So, the new building helps us fulfill that promise by preserving an important icon of Gig Harbor’s boat building and fishing heritage.”

The Shenandoah was originally built as a tender to move salmon from the fish traps in Alaska to a cannery purchased by Dorotich’s son-in-law, Nick Bez. Over the decades, Bez became a multimillionaire cannery man. The Shenandoah, in contrast, was re-rigged as a purse seiner after fish traps and boats over 58 feet were outlawed in Alaska. She spent the next few decades on the salmon banks in the San Juan Islands.

The boat was donated to the Museum in 2000 by the Tony Janovich family and was hauled out of the water in 2003. The goal had always been to restore the Shenandoah for purposes of public education and as the centerpiece of the community’s new Museum.

Now, after two decades of painstaking restoration and conservation, the Shenandoah is nearing completion. New exhibits, opening in 2025, will tell the Shenandoah’s story through words, media, and artifacts. Visitors will be able to step on board and experience life as a deckhand, once a rite of passage for many young locals. Even passersby on the trail behind the museum connecting Austin Park and Donkey Creek will be able to see Shenandoah riding the waves and peek through the porthole windows to get a glimpse of life under the Sound.

v For Additional Information Harbor History Museum harborhistorymuseum.org

Veteran Graduation Ceremony At Saint Martin’s University

Saint Martin’s University hosted their winter graduation ceremony of their Washington Veterans to Technology program graduates. They also celebrated their 1000th graduate of the 16-week certificate program on December 15 at the University’s Norman Worthington Conference Center in Lacey.

The graduation ceremony showcased a diverse group of veterans, active-duty military, and their spouses, each with unique experiences, backgrounds and career aspirations. The educational journey post-military service offers an array of inspiring narratives.

The event offered an opportunity to honor the sacrifices made by military service members to their country. The certificate program provides computer science and information technology education. The program not only prepares

veterans for employment with major technology companies but also provides training and support as they transition into civilian life. The ceremony celebrated the academic accomplishments of these graduates, highlighting their resilience, determination, and commitment to excellence. It also celebrated the 1000th graduate of the program.

Not only were faculty and staff present, but the event also drew attention from a wider community. U.S. Senator Patty Murray first helped found the program 10 years ago and provided a video of support that was shown at the ceremony. v

For Additional Information

INSPIRE Women’s Business Conference Returns May 23

Presented by the Washington Center for Women in Business and Thurston Economic Development Council

The 7th Annual INSPIRE Women’s Business Conference (WCWB) is returning for both in-person and live streaming on May 23 from 8am to 4pm. The program is designed to bring women in business together to learn and connect with each other. It’s a time and place to ignite one’s inspiration to successfully move ahead.

The conference will offer in-depth knowledge from experienced business owners who will speak about what it takes to find success. Four women will each have 30 minutes to talk about their paths. The areas will include construction, the arts, healthcare, and the beauty and skincare industry. Another group of four business owners will focus on the challenges of getting through those often-tough early years. Participants will be able to participate in a Q&A.

“We want to recognize how many women-owned businesses there are in the area,” says Ashley Whitley, Program Manager for the Center for Women. Conference participants will also be able to talk with 40 vendors about their products and services.

One of the keynote speakers is Vanessa Munson, Miss Washington. She will speak personally about hardship and resiliency. Munson advocates for people who have hearing impairments, as she experiences

her own hearing challenges. She is in competition for the Miss America title while serving as a sergeant in the U.S. Army.

The spring conference can accommodate 200 people onsite at South Puget Sound Community College. Professional videographers will be livestreaming for those who are unable to attend in person. If you want a seat, it is recommended you sign up early.

The Center for Women in Business operates throughout the year. “We want our programs to teach the fundamentals as well as the details of the business,” explains Whitley. “We represent vets, BIPOC community, and those new to the area. I love helping other people succeed,” says Whitley, who began her first business at the age of 19. “I have always worked and had a business.”

The day will end with a cocktail hour for additional networking opportunities. A silent auction of donations from women-owned businesses will raise money for scholarships and special programs. Get in on the excitement!

v MARY ELLEN PSALTIS

For Additional Information

Washington Center for Women in Business wcwb.org

Patsy Suhr Place

A Partnership between the Asia Pacific Cultural Center and Low-Income Housing Institute (LIHI)

Ground has broken for Patsy Surh Place, a mixed-use construction project located in the Lincoln District Neighborhood in Tacoma. The area is also known as the International District, a vibrant area with tree-lined streets and historic architecture. The six-story building will provide 77 affordable housing units for those over 55 years of age who make 30-50% of the area median income. Veterans will also be included among the residents.

“These are beautiful, brand-new, energyefficient apartments,” says Sharon Lee, LIHI Executive Director. The building includes 47 studios and 31 one-bedroom units. Residents will enjoy a community lounge, an exterior courtyard, laundry facilities, a multipurpose room and gallery space. The community space will be suitable for exhibits, presentations, and activities, some of which will celebrate the Asian Pacific Islander community. Two retail spaces for small businesses are being built along South 38th Street.

“The groundbreaking was an unbelievable celebration,” notes Lee. LIHI looks for innovative ways to address the homeless crisis. The Puget Sound region has 3,500 units of affordable housing.

Patsy Suhr O’Connell’s decades of community leadership is a shining light for promoting Asian and Pacific Islander heritage, culture, and arts. Born in Shanghai, China to Korean parents, she came to America as a student in 1963. Her dream was to create a central gathering place for people to connect through Asian Pacific culture and art, which was realized in 1996. Surh is a respected and talented artist, advocate, and community leader. She continues to serve at APCC’s President.

The new building is fully funded and is expected to open in the summer of 2025. The on-site manager will handle maintenance, renting units, collecting rents, and other day-to-day operations. Case managers will be there during the day to stabilize residents in their permanent housing. This may include assisting people to sign up for appropriate services for physical and mental health and employment support.

The next phase will include a landscaped courtyard and 73 units for family housing. There will be studios, one-, two-, and three-bedroom units. The State of Washington has allocated $5 million towards this project, which is truly appreciated.

People are encouraged to visit the Lincoln District to take a walk and support the numerous small businesses.

v MARY ELLEN PSALTIS

For Additional Information

Asia Pacific Cultural Center asiapacificculturalcenter.org

Low Income Housing Institute lihihousing.org

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Bates Technical College Students Awarded the T’wina Nobles Scholarship

Each student will receive a $2,500 T’wina Nobles Young Professionals Scholarship, the first merit-based scholarship offered to students through the Bates Tech Foundation.

Bates Technical College Foundation recently announced the selection of Arika Palmer, Julius Nyangusi, Lamont Spencer, and Yoslynn Olmos as recipients of the inaugural $2,500 T’wina Nobles Young Professionals Scholarship.

This scholarship, the first of its kind offered through the Bates Tech Foundation, is a merit-based initiative created by Senator T’wina Nobles in collaboration with the Tacoma Urban League – aiming to provide financial support for students of color pursuing community leadership opportunities.

Palmer, a full-time student enrolled in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program and a mother of three, shared, “This recognition of my hard work was rewarding. This scholarship is special to me because it is specifically awarded to students of color and makes me feel as though people outside of my support circle see the potential in me – which is very reassuring to know that I have even more people rooting for my success than before.”

An active member of the Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA), Palmer is optimistic about the future and has strengthened her dedication to community service and advocacy. Her upcoming plans include immersive fieldwork in occupational settings during the next quarter and participating in volunteer opportunities within the Tacoma area and the military community.

The scholarship not only provides financial assistance, but also opens doors to unique opportunities. T’wina Nobles

Young Professionals Scholarship recipients from each of Pierce County’s public community and technical colleges were invited to attend the Tacoma Urban League’s Empowerment Awards at the Hotel Murano last October. This annual event serves as a platform to celebrate influential community leaders, prominent speakers, and to raise funds for local initiatives championed by the Tacoma Urban League.

Michael Cabrera, Bates Tech’s foundation manager, emphasized the significance of the Empowerment Awards. “This event not only provides students with recognition alongside their fellow scholarship recipients, but is also a chance to engage with local civic and business leaders within the community. These students are our future leaders, and one day, they will also have the opportunity to recognize future emerging leaders.”

Congratulations to Palmer, Nyangusi, Spencer and Olmos for their achievements as 2023 Young Professional Scholars. Their dedication and perseverance are inspiring examples of the value of both pursuing personal success and contributing to the betterment of our community.

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For Additional Information

T’wina Nobles Young Professional Scholarship thetacomaurbanleague. org

Salmon School Exhibit Visits Museum of Glass

First conceptualized by Joseph Rossano, The Salmon School is an international, multimedia traveling art performance and exhibition designed to motivate communities to tackle the issues facing salmon populations. The installation features a life-size school of close to 600 mirrored salmon-like forms, sculpted from molten glass by concerned artists from around the world, and accompanied by first-hand video accounts from renowned scientists, artists, and indigenous peoples. These fragile forms of mirrored glass reflect not only the environment on which the fish depend, but also the viewer — both the cause of the problems confronting salmon today and the solution.

The Salmon School was created and first exhibited in 2019 at Bellevue Arts Museum. At the time, the project was a collaboration between Museum of Glass, Bellevue Arts Museum, Hilltop Artists, Schack Art Center, Trout Unlimited, Glacier Peak Institute, and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. This exhibition, informed by tribal elders from the Upper Skagit Tribe, quantified the diminished state of wild salmon and steelhead populations on the Skagit River.

“My intention with my work has always been to make meaningful statements that combine material and location,

offering a relatable context for the viewer. The idea of exhibiting 0.1% of all the wild Atlantic salmon left in the North Atlantic over the heads of 100% of the individuals who could make a difference for wild salmon and humans was a massive undertaking. Now that it has happened, another level of importance has been added to the project — along with the potential to make real change in the world,” said Rossano.

“The Salmon School is a worldwide art and science collaboration aiming to highlight the imminent threat to wild salmon across the Northern hemisphere. As was demonstrated by its inclusion in the United Nations COP26 conference in 2021, the threat of extinction for wild salmon is indicative of the wider impact of the climate crisis. Wild salmon need what we need: cold, clean water. It has been a privilege to work so closely with Joseph Rossano, Museum of Glass, and so many partners and concerned individuals in Europe and North America to realize this artwork and science program. A charismatic sculptural installation of living mirrors that asks the viewer to look and reflect on their own actions in the real world, The Salmon School is an exemplar of the concept that art can change lives,” said exhibition curator Benedict Heywood. v

For Additional Information Museum of Glass museumofglass.org

Museum of Glass is thrilled to present the return of The Salmon School to Western Washington.

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Experience the Flavors of Paris at Left Bank Pastry

Spring is in the air and so is the smell of authentic French pastries at Olympia’s Left Bank Pastry — where delicate sweet treats are showcased like exquisite pieces of art that taste just as fine.

What started as a wholesale bakery well over a decade ago by pastry chef and owner Gary Potter and wife Rochelle, has seen a couple iterations before landing on the current retail-only space in 2022.

Stepping through the door feels like stepping into a traditional French pâtisserie where Potter and his team use hundredyear-old techniques to craft layer after layer of rich, flaky goodness.

From flavorful croissants to artfully executed standouts like Kouign Amann (pronounced queen-a-mahn) in all its buttery, caramelized-sugar-outer-crust glory, it’s a level of detail not often found and a taste even rarer.

confections like Bûche de Noël available for preorder during the holidays.

Carefully displayed like gems in their cases are shelf after shelf of delectable tarts, cookies, and pound cakes. A wide range of soft, chewy macaron flavors can be found daily, and even a selection of doughnuts. Look for seasonal macarons and

Sweet or savory, choose from a list of croissants chock full of things like ham and cheese, turkey and pesto, or delightfully decadent chocolate, almond, fresh apricot, and raspberry, to name a few. A satisfying array of custardy, cheesy, and meaty quiches also are on the menu.

What isn’t on the menu, whether you’ve visited Paris, or not — is the feeling of being transported to some quaint, narrow Left Bank alleyway sipping café au lait and daintily devouring petit fours — except you haven’t left the confines of Olympia.

Stop by Wednesday through Friday, 7am-6pm, and Saturday and Sunday, 8am to 6pm and experience Left Bank Pastry for yourself.

v EMILY MOLINA

For Additional Information

Left Bank Pastry

19414 4th Ave E, Olympia leftbankpastry.com

Crockett’s Public House Opens in Bonney Lake

Looking for a place where great food and an inviting atmosphere go hand in hand? That’s Crockett’s Public House, now open in Bonney Lake!

The popular culinary gem that got its start in Puyallup over a decade ago, followed by Maple Valley in 2018, launched its third location in Bonney Lake this past September.

With a sophisticated yet approachable vibe, the Crockett’s brand encompasses many things for many people. Whether special occasions or date night, business lunch, or casual meals with family and friends, there is always a reason to come.

“We’ve always strived to create an atmosphere where people want to hang out, but we also put a great deal of effort into making the food great,” says owner of Crockett’s Restaurant Group

Shaun Brobak. “These are two things we are really good at.”

That was made very clear when Crockett’s Public House was featured on Food Network’s, Diner’s, Drive-in’s, and Dives, putting items like Fire-Grilled Artichoke, Public House Meatballs, Mom’s Sloppy Joe, and Grilled Cheese Melt on the map.

It was an experience that not only gave them an opportunity to be serious about food, but helped in establishing them as an elevated eatery—a sentiment that still rings true today.

Taking time to hone in on made-fromscratch recipes, without frozen or preprocessed foods as much as possible, is another reason it’s so good.

“There are a lot of places for people to eat, and there are a quite a few things

that set us apart,” says Brobak. “Our focus is on giving people what they want, not on what we want to serve them. We’re really excited to be in Bonney Lake.”

Stop by for Happy Hour and a list of chef-crafted cocktails. Don’t miss out on fall specialty drinks like the Pumpkin Chiffon Martini, Hot Pear Cider, Chai Cookie, or Dragon Wings, and a weekend brunch arriving soon.

Visit additional Crockett’s Restaurant Group spots like Trackside in both Puyallup and Sumner, or the Meridian Café in Puyallup.

v EMILY MOLINA

For Additional Information

Crockett’s Public House 20631 WA 410 E, Bonney Lake crocketspublichouse.com

As the vibrant season blossoms, so can your living space! Elevate your home with our exclusive Spring Home Improvement Specials. Our expert team is ready to turn your vision into reality. Embrace the season of renewal with a home that reflects your unique style and comfort.

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Home Trends for 2024

Changes in interior design trends are to be expected. Lately it seems change is occurring at lightning speed. In response, people are looking to slow life down by creating nurturing homes with warm, neutral colors, natural materials, and a style that will last. In this article, you will find ideas for home design and remodeling trends for 2024.

WOOD CABINENTS, FLOORING AND DETAILS

While always classic, wood cabinets and other details tend to ebb and flow in popularity. Right now the material is booming. There is a lot of interest in natural and stained wood cabinetry lately — walnut, quarter sawn oak, and rift sawn oak. Also, designers are using wood accents in painted kitchens. It’s a nice change from the endless white-painted kitchens.

STATEMENT-MAKING ISLAND COUNTERTOPS

Islands have long been considered the hub of the kitchen. Lately, homeowners and design and remodeling pros are turning the feature into a focal point by incorporating dramatic stone countertop styles and colors with waterfall details that put the slabs on full display.

WARM NEUTRALS

Perhaps the most talked-about trend happening now is the move away from cool grays and stark whites to warmer neutrals like beiges, creamy off-whites and rich browns. We first predicted this infusion in the kitchen, but the look is beginning to dominate throughout the home to provide a calmer, more welcoming environment. Designers recommend incorporating different tones, textures and patterns to create a more layered look that gives a room seasonal versatility.

Designer: Sara M. Bass, Signature Design and Cabinetry

AMAZING SHOWERS

A spa-like bathroom is the goal of many homeowners. Few things deliver that feel quite like a beautifully designed shower. We expect attention on lavish shower features and materials to continue to rise in 2024. Things like bold, focal-point tile walls, wet-room setups, multiple shower heads, steam options, low-curb and curbless designs, heated benches, and other luxurious details will continue to turn showers into the most relaxing spots in a home.

WOOD BATHROOM VANITIES

For years, white bathroom vanities were the preferred choice among homeowners. At the same time, wood vanities were steadily increasing in popularity. But in 2023, wood became the top choice for bathroom vanities and we expect that trend to continue. Designer Sara Bass says that, “This bathroom shows an unexpected combination of finishes and lighting that gives the bathroom a warm, organic feel.”

Honoring Her Mother

When Betty Wendt passed away, she left a lifetime of treasures in her family home of 56 years. As the personal representative for her mother, Amanda Wendt was faced with a daunting task of fulfilling one of her mother’s last wishes . . . that her three children maximize their inheritance from the home she loved.

Gifted to her by her parents, Betty and her husband had added on to the home over the years and built their life around raising their kids. After so many years, the home needed some updating and repairs.

“I knew it was going to be more work than selling it as is, but I thought restoring her house was the best way to honor my mother and the home she loved,” said Amanda recently.

Luckily, Amanda was referred by her estate attorney to Kathy Kleber and Team RED who specialize in senior real estate sales. “Kathy was able to understand my situation and give me concrete advice at a time when I really needed it.” Amanda added, “She understood probate, had great resources to do things like clean out the house and make repairs, but she also was highly respectful and patient. She even helped me unmake my mom’s bed when she saw how difficult it was going to be for me emotionally.”

With 17 years of experience in serving seniors and their estates, Team RED has developed resources to address every aspect of a move, estate disbursal, home renovation,

and sale. Equipped with a tool chest of solutions, Team RED started by providing resources to help empty the house.They then conducted a seller’s pre-inspection and obtained bids for work that would help Amanda and her siblings receive the best sales price for Betty’s house.

Once the bids were in, a master plan was shared comparing a cost-of-renovation return on investment versus an as-is scenario. In the end, the house was brought to a move-in ready condition, sold for a great value, and provided all three of Betty’s children with their best possible inheritance.

According to Kathy, “It is a privilege to serve in the lives of families in what can be the most difficult of times. We do this by coming beside our clients. This is part of the Team RED difference.”

v LYNN CASTLE

For Additional Information Team RED teamredrealestate.com

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Wedding Venues That Inspire

Our staff scoured all the options in our local area to offer bridal parties a lineup of our favorite nuptial venues.

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

} Farm 12, Puyallup

The estate Farm 12 has an array of options for the special day from rustic to elegant. You can choose from a variety of their indoor or outdoor spaces. They also offer in-house catering and bar services to provide delicious cuisine and cocktails throughout your event. farm12.org/events

} Lakewold Gardens, Lakewood

Lakewold Gardens is a lovely 10-acre historic garden estate that features formal and natural settings. Nestled amidst the lush English-inspired gardens is the Georgian-style mansion

which overlooks Gravelly Lake. This historic and unique property is an elegant setting for any wedding ceremony and reception. Lakewold Gardens provides a beautiful backdrop for your wedding photos that will continue the memory of your special day for years to come.

lakewoldgardens.org/weddings

} Lord Mansion & Coach House, Olympia

Lord Mansion is a unique historic home in Olympia’s Capitol neighborhood. With its beautiful architectural features and grounds, it provides an intimate, memorable backdrop and setting for events.

evergreen.edu/lordmansion/lord-mansion-coach-house

FARM 12

GRAND ROOMS AND INDOOR VENUES

} Inn at Gig Harbor, Gig Harbor

The Inn at Gig Harbor brings a cozy and relaxing ambiance and outstanding service combined with the adventurous style of the Pacific Northwest. The Inn’s premiere location positions you just 10 minutes from waterfront dining, harbor activities and the Gateway to the Olympic Peninsula. innatgigharbor.com

} The Press Room, Tacoma

Let a piece of history elevate your guests’ wedding experience. This historic space housed the printing presses for the Tacoma Daily Ledger and Tacoma News Tribune from the early part of the 20th century. This newly reclaimed “urban rustic masterpiece” has been lovingly restored with unmatched craftsmanship and offers a variety of wedding packages. The Press Room is Tacoma’s newest wedding and event space. pressroomevents.com

} Washington State History Museum, Tacoma

Bold architecture, stunning views, and a convenient downtown location make the Washington State History Museum an ideal wedding venue. Located in historic downtown Tacoma, the museum offers grand indoor and outdoor spaces for both your ceremony and reception, private access to their current exhibitions, and beautiful views of the city skyline, Thea Foss waterway, and Mount Rainier. washingtonhistory.org/visit/rentals

AMAZING VIEWS

} Silver Cloud Hotel at Point Ruston, Tacoma

This venue features spectacular views of Commencement Bay as your wedding backdrop. 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-to-ceiling windows and a beautiful design. 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 the watchful eye of 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 and the charm of the entrance pond to the Clubhouse make a unique setting for the bride and groom’s departure before being whisked away to the honeymoon. indiansummergolf.com/wedding v

LORD MANSION

SILVER CLOUD HOTEL

Five WeddingStylishGowns for 2024

The season’s prettiest dresses play with volume and shape while paring back on fussy decoration.

The ultimate bodice cinches in your waist like no other and is paired with the skirt of your dreams. This dress is as light as a cloud and romantic as ever.

Gown: Cloud

Designer: Rachel Rose evergreenbridalstudio.com

You like inspiration from fairytale celebrations, but nothing too on-the-nose. This sparkly lace fit-and-flare bridal dress is calling your name. Lacy floral mermaid style with a short train.

Gown: 1678

Designer: Maggie Sottero nbbridalstudio.com

With a striking silhouette and incredible details, this dress makes the most of simplicity. The curved plunging neckline is squared off at the waistline for an ultra-chic, modern look.

Gown: 1719

Designer: Stella York nbbridalstudio.com

Sophisticated and part of the Heritage Collection, this dress is stylish and sleek with the one-shoulder style that is on trend.

Gown: Paris

Designer: Jane Hill thewhitedoorbridal.com

You are really romantic and have a knockout sense of style. It seems only an eye-catching, super-beaded dress will do.

Gown: 2257

Designer: Soterro and Midgley nbbridalstudio.com

TACOMA

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

UNIVERSITY PLACE

Naturepedic Mattress Gallery 3550 Market Pl W, Ste 105 253.320.8668 naturepedic.com

GIG HARBOR

Uptown Shopping Center 4701 Point Fosdick Dr NW 253.851.4557 uptowngigharbor.com

AUBURN

Outlet Collection 1101 Outlet Collection Way 253.833.9500 outletcollectionseattle.com

KENT

Kent Station 417 Ramsay Way 253.856.2301 kentstation.com

PUYALLUP

Johnson Jewelers 103 S Meridian 253.848.1332 johnson-jewelers.com

South Hill Mall 3500 S Meridian 253.840.2828 southhillmall.com

Sunrise Village 10305 156th St E 253.904.8923 mysunrisevillage.com

SUMNER

Inta Vintage 1109 Main St 253.939.4888 facebook.com/intavintage

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

OLYMPIA

Archibald Sisters 406 Capitol Way S 800.943.2707 archibaldsisters.com

Bittersweet Chocolates 203 Columbia St NW 360.489.1812

bittersweetchocolatesllc.com

Capital Mall 625 Black Lake Blvd 360.754.8017

shoppingcapitalmall.com

Courtyard Antiques 705 4th Ave E 360.352.3864

courtyardantiquesolympia.com

Drees

524 Washington St SE 360.357.7177

dreesofolympia.com

Holy Lamb Organics 113 Thurston Ave NE 360.819.4293

holylamborganics.com

Panowicz Jewelers 111 Market St NE 360.357.4943

panowicz.com

The Popinjay

414 Capitol Way S 360.352.9841

facebook.com/popinjayoly

Sweet Life Boutique

2525 Capital Mall Dr SW 360.352.7999

shopsweetlife.com

LACEY

Linnea's Unique Boutique 6715 Martin Way E 360.570.3322

facebook.com/linneasdreamlacey

CENTRALIA

Gracie’s 120-A South Tower Ave 360.623.1586

facebook.com/graciesfashions

HUBBUB

505 North Tower Ave 360.736.1517

hubbubshop.com

Habitat Women Build: Strong Women, Strong World

Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build is back. Since 1991, Women Build volunteers from all walks of life have come together to build stronger, safer communities. Projects span the United States and Thurston County is proud to participate. You are invited to serve individually, with a group of friends, or as part of a team from your work. Learn new skills or add a few to your tool belt. No experience is necessary. Don’t worry; you’ll be under the guidance of construction professionals while you build or repair a home.

“Volunteering is a huge part of our work. We need lots of hands and lots of helpers,” says Tanya Mote, Chief Advancement Officer for the South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity. There are three big building projects going on as well as repairs on existing homes. It will add up to 164 homes. Compared to the last five years, the coming five years equal a growth of 500%.

“I had the opportunity to volunteer in 2019. We put down sod and literally raised a roof,” explains Mote. The atmosphere is collaborative and friendly. It is truly a community building event.

Habitat for Humanity is building a neighborhood of 112 units, including three- and four-bedroom townhouses and oneand two-bedroom micro-homes plus senior housing. A community space will be available for commercial use. This project of environmentally friendly homes uses passive energy design along with solar panels resulting in a net zero development. This means no incremental greenhouse gasses are added to the atmosphere. These are benefits in the short and long-term for homeowners.

Another 22 townhomes are going up in Yelm. The third build in Tumwater with 28 homes is called Tâlícn Townhomes, which is happening in partnership with the Cowlitz Tribe.

v MARY ELLEN PSALTIS

For Additional Information

South Puget Sound Habitat for Humanity spshabitat.org

Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity

Be part of building strong and safe communities! Here are some ways you can help:

} Work on a build. Women are encouraged to register for the Women Build. There are opportunities for both women and men to work on builds.

} Work in a retail store. Locations in Olympia and Yelm.

} Donate gently-used goods for the construction or repair of a home.

} Volunteer your time to help on committees for events or help in the office. All abilities welcome! Visit spshabitat.org for more information.

Spa & Salon Guide

TACOMA

Embellish Multispace Salon

727 Commerce St 253.752.8144 embellishtacoma.com

FoxFire Salon & Spa

An Aveda Salon; two locations 2701 N Proctor 1912 65th Ave W 253.565.7765 foxfiresalon.com

Intaglio Salon

5005 Ruston Way 253.472.0359

theintagliosalon.com

Serenity Spa

Two Tacoma locations

706 Market St | 253.473.7830 3518 6th Ave | 253.507.7121

serenityspa.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

SUMNER

Mission Aveda 1119 Main St 253.470.3970

missionsalonandspa.com

KENT

Pure Escape Spa 24030 132nd Ave SE 253.630.1332

thepureescapespa.com

OLYMPIA

Antidote Salon & Spa 3814 Prestwick Ln SW 360.493.1900

antidotealive.com

Premiere Salon & Spa 111 Market St NE, Suite 101 360.753.3299

premieresalonandspa.com

Salt Hair Lounge

2629 Parkmont Ln SW, Suite 103 360.764-8935

salthairlounge.co

GIG HARBOR

Jax Salon & Spa 3111 Harborview Dr 253.851.5599

jaxsalonspa.com

LAKEWOOD

Olympus Spa

8615 S Tacoma Way 253.588.3355

olympusspa.com

tuladharayoga.com

GO RED FOR WOMEN®

Kyra Smithlin: The Importance of CPR

Kyra Smithlin from Puyallup has been chosen as one of the Go Red for Women® Real Women for 2024. This is what the American Heart Association calls their national ambassadors who are survivors. She was chosen for her inspiring story and her willingness to share it with others.

Forty-eight-year-old Kyra Smithlin, a mother of three, was at home in bed cuddling with her nine-year-old son Bryce on a Saturday morning in 2012 when she went into cardiac arrest. Her husband performed CPR and called 9-1-1. At the hospital, her heart stopped repeatedly for eight hours and she received 40 shocks from a total of three AED machines, leaving burn marks on her body. Doctors told her family to say their goodbyes. Bryce climbed on his mom’s bed and begged her “not to die.”

When Kyra woke up from a coma three days later, she asked for a pen and wrote, “Bryce is amazing.” Her doctors thought she may have non-compaction cardiomyopathy, a condition she was likely born with.

She was put on medication and received a defibrillator. Unfortunately, six months later her heart stopped again, and her defibrillator was replaced with a pacemaker defibrillator which helps to keep her heart beating.

Today, Kyra says she wouldn’t trade the whole experience for anything. The experience strengthened her marriage and she is grateful for every day and every breath. “I feel like we took everything for granted before,” explained Kyra. She is reminded every day that our health is so very important. She urges that at least one person in everyone’s family should be trained in CPR.

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For Additional Information heart.org

Are You Eligible for This Little-Known Benefit?

Many veterans and their spouses call the Puget Sound home, so we likely know someone who served in the Armed Forces or is married to someone who served. But what we may not know about is a financial benefit for those that served during times of war. Wartime veterans, 65 years and older, and their surviving spouses, may be entitled to a tax-free benefit called Aid and Attendance provided by the Department of Veteran Affairs.

The benefit is designed to provide financial aid to help offset the cost of long-term care for those who need assistance with the daily activities of living such as bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, and transferring. The benefit varies from $1478 monthly for a surviving spouse to upwards of $3650 for two married vets that both served during wartime. This includes World War II, the Korean conflict, the Vietnam War era (serving in Vietnam from 1955-1975 and outside Vietnam from 1964-1975) and the Persian Gulf War.

With the benefit, those eligible can better afford the care they need, plus it’s completely tax free. Like Social Security, this pension is dependable and is paid directly to recipients by the Department of the Treasury. This benefit is very flexible and can be used for in-home care, board and care, an assisted living community, or private-pay skilled nursing facilities.

To be eligible for Aid and Attendance benefits, a veteran must have served at least 90 days of active duty with at least one day during a period of war and not have been dishonorably discharged. Or a surviving spouse must have been married to the eligible veteran at the time of their passing, and not remarried unless to another wartime veteran. Their eligibility is based on their need for the assistance of another person to perform some of the daily activities of living. There are also some income and asset requirements set by the Department

of Veterans Administration, but for those who qualify it can be a game changer in meeting their monthly financial challenges as they age.

v LYNN CASTLE

For Additional Information

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound

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