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CONTENTS

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08 Good News Volunteerism in Idaho

10 Business Spotlight Hayden Independent Auto Service

11 Home Improvement Maintenance on Your A/C

16 Financial Focus Health Care Reform

17 Cover Story Brew Your Own Beer

20 Northwest’s Best The Northwest’s Best Local Business

23 Community Spotlight Highlights From Our Neighborhood

30 Weekend Getaway Spokane, Washington

32 Healthy Living Weightlifting - Not Just For Men

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I hope you enjoyed our first edition of the new Coeur d’Alene Living launched just last month. We have received wonderful reviews from our readers and know the transformation from the Coeur d’Alene Newsline to Coeur d’Alene Living will prove that we continue to be the go to resource for both residents and tourists. Coeur d’Alene Living is where you can find stories on your friends and neighbors, a community calendar and the events and news from our local schools.

The stories we bring to you each month are ones that appeal to young, old and every age in between. Information on healthy living as well as advice to benefit seniors are just some of the areas that readers enjoy. Whether it is a new business or a business that has been in the Coeur d’Alene community for years, our Business Spotlight section introduces you to places that may benefit you in your everyday life.

In addition to the natural beauty that surrounds us, it is the people in our local community that make this a truly special place. My staff and I are inspired each month by the many people we come in contact with while out researching stories and interacting with residents.

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It is something many in this area have known for a long time. Residents of North Idaho are known for their eagerness to step forward to give of their time and talent no matter what the need. But now there are statistics to support what has been evident to those who live here.

The Federal Agency for Service and Volunteering recently released data that shows Idaho ranked number two, second only to Utah, among the fifty states and Washington, D.C. for its volunteer and service hours. Whether it is helping in a classroom at a local school or helping organize a fundraiser, residents in this area are quick to do what they can to help their community be a better place in which to live.

The recently published statistics are from 2011 and show that 38.8% of Idaho residents volunteer their time, averaging 58.4 volunteer hours per resident. The sector in which people tend to volunteer the most was religious organizations followed by education and social services.

According to Sandpoint Mayor Marsha Ogilvie, volunteerism is experiencing a rebirth globally. “Volunteering is at the core of who we are in Sandpoint,” said Ogilvie. “Lending a helping hand to our neighbors is what defines us as a community.” In January of last year Mayor Ogilvie decided to publicly acknowledge individuals and groups who have committed themselves to making Sandpoint and beyond a better place in which to live.

“Each month I would publicly say thank you from a grateful city,” said Mayor Ogilvie. Among those publicly acknowledged were Sandpoint Firefighters, Sandpoint Police Department, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, the Bonner County Food Bank, Angels Over Sandpoint, and the City of Sandpoint Committee and Commission members. During April, which is Child Abuse Awareness Month, Mayor Ogilvie acknowledged the efforts of Kinderhaven, the area’s only group home and emergency shelter for abused and neglected children.

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recognition, Mayor Ogilvie helped organize a special luncheon for the Lake Pend Oreille School District cafeteria lunch ladies. She also acknowledged the younger members of our community, kids who help to improve the lives of other children.

While the social benefits, such as improving lives, strengthening communities and uniting to solve community issues, have a great impact on a community, it is the health benefits gained by those who volunteer that is receiving increased attention.

The Corporation for National and Community Service filed a report showing a strong correlation between volunteering and one’s health, especially among seniors. It is believed this is in large part due to the fact that volunteering provides the older generation with greater physical and social activity at a time in their lives when their roles are changing. The study also showed a lower incidence of depression for seniors who volunteer. “It is a well known fact that reaching out in friendship, giving someone encouragement and showing compassion has a direct link to your own personal health, longevity and your overall happiness,” said Mayor Ogilvie.

Sandpoint resident Barb Merritt has been recognized often for her contributions to the community. A volunteer for countless organizations including Kinderhaven, Habitat for Humanity, Lost in the 50s, the Healing Garden, Women Honoring Women, the Chamber of Commerce and most recently the Bonner General Hospital Foundation, Merritt is passionate about giving back to the community which she said has given so much to her. “When you look at what has been accomplished in the community, you feel good for doing the things you have done,” said Barb about her many volunteer projects.

She agrees that there are many health benefits to those like her who are retired and are active in volunteering. “You don’t have time to worry about the small stuff when you are busy,” said Barb.

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But it is not only the retired who are stepping up to offer their time and talents. Kids of all ages are also discovering the altruistic benefit that comes from volunteering. Last fall Sandpoint High School junior Austin Diercks went to Kinderhaven and taught lessons on nutrition, finances and cooking. Austin said he realized that when the teens living at Kinderhaven turn 18, many will be left on their own to deal with the economic reality of supporting themselves and may not have someone in their life to teach them to cook and to budget. That’s when he took it upon himself to share his talent in the hope of making it easier for these kids who were less fortunate than he. He shopped for the groceries, arriving at Kinderhaven each Wednesday with groceries and the receipt to show the kids what was spent. He taught them about reviewing ads and while still concentrating on a nutritious meal, having the weekly sales be a driving force behind which recipes to create.

At the end, Austin had each teen prepare a meal putting into action what they each learned during his four month course. While the Kinderhaven kids benefitted greatly, Austin said it gave him a sense of fulfillment. “I have a purpose teaching them and helping them with their lives,” he said.

Mayor Ogilvie said that the overall health of the Sandpoint and other communities depends upon volunteers. Without them she said the economic condition of the city would decline dramatically. “Worthwhile programs and their benefits would disappear. Reduced revenues and budget shortfalls throughout our state would place additional budgetary burdens to our city and county,” said Ogilvie. “Without these needed programs and benefits the beneficiaries would suffer deeply and would place them at risk.”

Many volunteers including Barb Merritt and Austin Diercks will agree that no matter how much time one has on their hands, getting out and giving back to the community will give you more satisfaction than you may realize.

“It’s all about paying it forward,” said Barb.

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SPOTLIGHTTiming BeltsA Necessary RepairThe timing belt is a critical maintenance item on a car that many owners know little about. One third of vehicles on the road are equipped with timing belts, and many of them are past due for replacement. Many people know that their timing belt is important, but few know of its actual function or how to properly maintain it. The purpose of this article is to inform you about what you need to know before your timing belt becomes a problem.

Purpose:Modern car engines are highly technical pieces of equipment. Every part of these engines has a purpose, and every part has to work together. As your engine is running, air and fuel are sucked in, compressed, ignited, and exhausted out. In order for this to take place, your engine has valves that must open and close at the proper times. This is what your timing belt is for. The timing belt runs the gears that ultimately open and close these valves. If this belt gets off by a small amount, your engine will no longer be in time and will stop functioning. To further complicate things, these moving parts can interfere with each other. In many cases a broken timing belt not only causes the engine to stop running, it causes the engine to damage itself severely. For this reason it is critical to keep your timing belt maintained before there is a problem. If you break a timing belt on a modern interference engine you can plan on spending $2000 or more to have your engine repaired.

Fix it RIGHTThis is where the timing belt story gets complicated, and it is different for every car. Your timing belt can be routed all over your engine going around several pulleys, and additionally turning your water pump. There is always something set up to set proper tension on the timing belt. Every one of these pulleys, tensioners, and pumps that the belt runs on are critical to it working. If you replace only a timing belt and do not replace the other items, then you are taking a huge risk that one of these other items will fail causing your timing belt to come off. All of these parts need to be of good quality. If a timing belt job is done, and a very cheap CarZone water pump is installed, there is a risk that the dollar store quality water pump will fail in 10,000 miles which ultimately causes severe engine damage.

When to replace your belt:Different manufacturers recommend different timing belt service intervals. If you own a Kia or Hyundai, it is recommended every 60,000 miles, and those belts break very often if that interval is exceeded. Other cars have service intervals of 110,000 miles. A good rule of thumb is if you have not had a timing belt service that you know of in the last 60,000 miles, then you should get it done. A reputable repair shop can look up the timing belt service interval on your car so you can be sure.

How much does it cost?Timing service cost varies greatly among different engines and vehicles. I would estimate the average complete timing service running between $350-$700. Some extremely labor intensive timing services can exceed $1000. This is a huge expense, but with modern engines it is critical to do it. With the long service interval between replacements, it is something a car owner needs to plan ahead for. Get it repaired as planned maintenance to keep it from being a financial emergency.

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Having preventative maintenance performed on your system is probably not something you think about as long as everything

is working when you need it to. Unfortunately you usually find out that something is wrong with your system when you need it the most. There are easy ways to avoid this problem, starting with regular maintenance on your system prior to our heating and cooling seasons.

One of the main reasons to have your system maintained each year is that it allows the technician to catch small problems before they become larger and more costly ones. During a typical maintenance visit, a technician will examine all parts of your system to ensure that it is in proper working order. They will also thoroughly clean, lubricate, and measure for proper pressures and visually check the heat exchanger of your heating system for any cracks which could cause a fire or release carbon dioxide into your home. They will also check for buildups of debris that could cause problems or impede your system’s energy efficiency. If something is found that is worn down or in need of repair, often the technician can fix it on the spot. This allows

you to have the problem taken care of ahead of time instead of being without heat in winter or air conditioning in the summer.

These are not the only reasons that annual maintenance is important and beneficial. It can also help save you money in the long term and on your monthly bill. That’s because annual preventative maintenance keeps your system functioning at its peak efficiency longer than it would be able to otherwise. The energy you’ll save will usually cover the cost of the service call. Typically a furnace will lose a percentage of its energy efficiency every year and while it won’t seem like a lot at first, it can really add up over the years. With regular maintenance, you can often maintain up to ninety-five percent of the heating system’s efficiency for the life of the system.

When proper maintenance is performed on a regular basis, your system will simply run smoother and last longer. Systems purchased these days can last up to fifteen years longer, and with proper maintenance you can help ensure that your system performs and lasts well beyond its years giving you the peace of mind you desire.

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCEWhy you should have your heating and air conditioning system serviced annually


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Foreclosures and high maintenance costs mean that new homes go up for sale faster than you can say “down market.” And what is great for buyers

– more homes to choose from – means that sellers need to distinguish their properties from the rest of the crowd.

Home staging, or temporarily redesigning a home to appeal to buyers, can give homeowners an edge in an overcrowded market. Staged homes look bigger, newer and warmer. They invite buyers to see themselves living in the home.

Staging projects include inexpensive tasks, from rearranging furniture, to renting contemporary living room sets. Here are some tips for staging homes:

Declutter. When buyers see overcrowded book shelves and wrinkled towels, they focus more on the dingy details than the architecture. But staging means more than a thorough cleaning – sellers should also remove personal items, like family photographs. Buyers should picture their families living in the home, not yours.

Make things look new. A little paint can go

a long way. Light colors make rooms look larger and brighter, so use them to make your home appear spacious. Wooden floors and cabinetry make big impressions, so make sure that they shine. If any wood looks dry or dirty, apply an orange oil for a quick restoration job. Touch of Oranges Wood Cleaner and Restorer (TouchOfOranges.com) hides small scratches and removes build-up, fingerprints and grease from cabinetry, wood floors and fixtures.

Hard water stains on glass shower doors and windows look unattractive, so remove them with a specialized product like CLR, Lime Away or Bring It On Cleaner (www.bringitoncleaner.com), which uses oxygen bleach to clean minerals from glass and tile. Some hard water stains will often yield to scrubbing with white vinegar and a non-scratch pad. If you find that vinegar is ineffective, a paint scraper or razor blade can be used to remove the bonded stains before resorting to harsher chemicals.

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Spring didn’t officially begin until March 20, but the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) advises homeowners that it’s not

too early to take stock of the damage their homes may have sustained during the winter months. Typically, the winter weather trio of ice, snow and wind leave houses full of new cracks and openings, rolling out the red carpet for invading springtime pests.

“The effects of melting snow and ice can create cracks and crevices in the foundation and roofs, which leave houses vulnerable to infestations of rodents, ants, cockroaches and other pests,” said Missy Henriksen, vice president of public affairs for NPMA. “Homeowners should take steps to ensure that the snowy winter does not lead to serious pest issues a few months from now.”

The first step toward keeping spring pests outdoors is to repair any obvious damage from winter storms. The NPMA recommends the following advice for preventing infestations and recognizing them before it’s too late.

• Look for missing shingles on the roof, ripped window screens and clogged gutters.

• Seal visible cracks and holes, including entry points for utilities and pipes.

• Replace weather-stripping, and repair loose mortar around basement foundation and windows.

• Ensure that basements, attics and crawl spaces are well ventilated and dry.

• Vacuum doors and windows. Windows and doors are key entry points for eager pests, so keep them vacuumed to catch invaders like spiders, silverfish, earwigs and beetles.

• Inspect garage and outbuildings. If rodents have moved in, it’s time for eviction. Organize cluttered debris, boxes and random items along the walls where mice may hide or nest. Does spring cleaning call for a new shelving unit?

“However, because pests can find their way in through the smallest of openings, homeowners should contact a pest professional to perform a thorough inventory inside and outside the home to ensure they are protected against a spring invasion,” advised Henriksen.

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Wisener’s motivation was created by his drive to build something different and better. Years later he is still putting superior craftsmanship mixed with modern technology into each and every stove and has formed WiseWay Pellet Stoves Inc.

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If you are a bass fisherman like me, you are anxiously awaiting for the water to warm up a bit and the bass to start working their way from their deep winter haunts to the shallows to spawn. Bass should be catchable in the upcoming weeks with the spawn starting in late May continuing through the end of June. If you have ever sight fished

for bass during the spawn, you know what I am talking about. Some of the best bass fishing I have ever experienced occurs annually during this period. A couple of years ago I used various bait types for bass during this period and while I had great success, I did not know what I was missing until I was introduced to the Senko.

The Senko was introduced to the bass fishing world several years ago by Gary Yamamoto of Yamamoto Bait company. Senkos are very good baits. The bait looks like a fat plastic night crawler. They are heavily packed with salt and other secret ingredients that cause the bait to sink rapidly. The sinking rate of these baits is really unsurpassed by any of the knockoffs (stick baits) you may find. The sinking rate is what causes the bait to have its incredible “life-like” action. Watching the bait as it sinks you will discover that it quivers and wobbles as it descends. The fish can’t resist it. Until you see this for yourself, you really won’t believe it, but it is true. The best part of fishing with Senkos is that the fisherman really does not need to do anything when fishing with one. The bait does all of the work. Most fishermen believe that they must retrieve a bait and add some sort of jigging or shak-ing action in order to entice the fish to bite. The secret of the Senko is to do nothing. Just let it sink and then sit on the bottom. Retrieve it only when you have let it sit for a while. A while can be as short as 10 to 15 seconds or as long as a couple of minutes. If there are fish in the area, believe me they are aware of the bait and will probably bite it if you have the patience to allow them to do so. Look for your bait to begin to swim away from its resting point or a sudden twitch of the line. It is not uncommon to spot a bass moving away from the area you have placed your bait just to realize moments later that it has your bait in its mouth. Exciting fishing!

I like to use braided line with a monofilimaent leader. If you use Fireline Crystal (it is white), you can easily see your line and use it as a strike indicator (don’t forget to have a good pair of polarized sun glasses). I like to flip the bait into likely areas that bass might use to spawn. A gentle entry is helpful and that is why I like flipping. The bait can be rigged Texas style except you probably don’t want to use a weight. That will distract from the natural action. It can also be rigged “wacky style”. Wacky rigging places the hook in the center of the bait, again with no weight. Rigged this way, the bait will do its work while sinking and resting on the bottom as described above. In addition, when you retrieve the bait, a couple of quick pulls will lift the bait a couple of feet off the bottom and the ends will swing side to side wildly. Then the bait will stabilize and again sift its way back to the bottom with its classic “life like” wobble and shaking action. This rigging is probably the most popular method for this reason and it allow you to cover water all the way back to the boat. They can be rigged Carolina style. The bait can also be weighted in the traditional Texas style or a weight can be pinned into one end. Each rigging applies it own unique action to the bait, however, I have found that allowing the bait to do all of the work with no weight added to be the best way to fish this bait.

Senkos are great baits, but they are also expensive baits. A package of 8 or 10 can cost $8. Because they are so heavily laden with salt and sand, they deteriorate rather quickly. It is not uncommon to lose or damage a bait each time you catch a fish. The alternative is to use the knockoffs, (stick baits). Stick baits look like Senkos, but they usually do not have the high salt and sand content. This is good, because they last much longer. This is bad, because you lose action in the bait. I have found the trade off not to be that significant, however. It takes longer for stick baits to sink to the bottom and this sometimes makes a difference. If you are fishing a tournament, you may want to make sure you have some of the original Senkos on board. There is a definite difference and sometimes it may mean the difference in the number of bites you get.

After being introduced to the Senko, my spring fishing experience has never been the same. I look forward to this time of year just to fish this bait. I found myself seldom switch-ing back to my standby baits. There really is no reason. Fish love to bite this bait and fish-ing with them adds a certain excitement to the process for me. Why use other baits when this one works so well and is so much fun to fish?

For some reason the bait loses it charm near the end of July. Sure bass will occasionally bite them, but other baits seem to be more effective from that point in the year onward.

Please practice catch and release, especially during the spawning period. Let the fish spawn to allow the fishery to continue to be great for all of us who love fishing. Return them quickly and in the same location. Harvest fish after the spawn. Remember, there are no bass hatcheries in Idaho replacing the fish we harvest so we really do play an important part in the management of the bass fisheries.

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As of January 1, 2014, most Americans will be required to have a qualified health plan or be subject to a tax penalty. One is exempt from the tax penalty if he or she has insurance through their employer or purchases individual insurance on their own. One is also exempt from the tax penalty if he or she has health coverage through Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, VA or Tri-Care. What is the penalty for those who do not have a qualified health plan? For individuals, the tax starts at $95 per year or up to 1 percent of their income, whichever is greater, but shall not exceed $285. The tax penalty will continue to increase each year and will be collected by the IRS via tax returns. Beginning in 2014, federal tax returns will include a new form on which one will be required to list his or her source of health insurance.

In order to meet the criteria of a qualified health plan, the plan must include the following essential benefits:

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Also coming in 2014, there will no longer be a waiting period for those who have pre-existing conditions. Furthermore, insurers will no longer be able to refuse coverage for someone with pre-existing conditions, nor will they be able to charge people higher premiums for someone with a pre-existing condition. Insurers will only be able to charge premiums based on age, tobacco use and geographical location.

How will individuals and small businesses be able to obtain coverage? Traditional methods of obtaining coverage will still be available. In addition, an online marketplace, also

referred to as an exchange, will be available for consumers and businesses to shop for a

qualified health plan. It is anticipated that the marketplace will provide increased choices and plan standardization for consumers. Each exchange will be required to offer four standardized plans; Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum – each providing a successively higher amount of coverage.

This “one-stop” shop process will allow applicants to complete one application to find out if they qualify for subsides for premiums, out-of-pocket limits, or coverage under Medicaid. The hope is that in a single session one will be able to enroll in a plan that is a good fit for them and their family. It is projected that the marketplace will be available to consumers as of October 1, 2013 with coverage beginning January 1, 2014.

Financial assistance will be offered through the exchange for those who qualify. Two forms of subsides are available: lower premiums and/or lower out-of-pocket limits. Subsides will be determined based on a person’s income level on a sliding scale. Subsides are available to those with an income of up to 400% of the federal poverty level.

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The craft beer revolution is officially on across America. New breweries are opening up all over the country and consumers are seeing more

choices than ever before. People are getting brave by stepping away from the standard American light lager and moving on to smoked porters, dry hopped IPAs and ales made with just about any fruit imaginable. Craft brewers see themselves as artists and fortunately you can to. Most master brewers start out either home brewing or creating new ideas on the kitchen stove. Brewing beer at home is easier than you might think and can often come out cheaper than that six-pack in the grocery store. The best part is YOU MADE IT!

Equipment You Will Need:To get started in home brewing you’ll need some equipment that you probably don’t have lying around the house. Complete starter kits are by far the easiest way to go and are available online or at local homebrew shops such as Make Wine, Make Beer in Coeur d’Alene and Jim’s Homebrew Supply Shop in Spokane. Expect to pay anywhere from $75 to $200 depending on the quality of the components. I would also highly recommend a guide book, particularly ‘The Complete Joy of Home Brewing’ by Charlie Papazian. Here you will find advanced techniques, recipes, beer classifications, and many useful tips. To get started be sure to have:

3-4 Gallon Pot for BoilingTwo 5 or 6.5 gallon plastic buckets or glass carboys10 feet of 3/8th inch clear plastic hose

Fermentation Lock (to keep air out)Plastic FunnelThermometerBeer HydrometerBottle CapperBottle CapsBeer Bottles (non-twist top)Bottle Filler

Other equipment required includes a wooden stirring spoon and fine strainer which you likely already have in your kitchen. Once you’ve got your equipment it’s time to choose your ingredients. When starting out it’s best to try one of the many pre-packaged kits available, or ask a local homebrew shop for help. They will point you in the right direction depending on if you want a light or dark, hoppy or malty beer. Now comes the fun part, turning simple ingredients into tasty beer. Advanced brewers will use all sorts of tools and techniques to control the taste of their beer, but you can make great beer by just following a few simple steps.

Instructions from the American Home Brewer’s Association:

• Bring 1.5 Gallons of water to a boil and add your malt extracts. Boil for 45 minutes.

• Sanitize all equipment that will come in contact with the beer. This can be done with tasteless and odorless sanitizer found in a home brew store or with a weak mixture of bleach and water.

• Add 3.5 gallons of cold water to your fermenter (bucket or carboy).

• Add the hot malt extracts to your fermenter

• When temperature reaches 75 degrees or below add yeast

• Seal your fermenter and attach the fermentation lock

• Ferment beer for 14 days in a room where the temperature is 60-75 degrees

• Bottle and Cap (to add carbonation to beer boil ¾ cup sugar with 1 cup water, then add to beer before bottling.

• Allow beer to age for 7-10 days (most difficult step!)

• Drink your homemade beer!

If you choose to purchase a kit, it will likely come with more advanced directions. The most important rule is to make sure everything is sanitized and clean. Nothing is worse than spending three weeks on a batch of beer only to finally crack one open and realize that awful taste is bacteria and you’ll have to pour all your hard work down the drain. A five gallon batch typically yields about 48-52 twelve ounce bottles of beer and depending on your ingredients they often end up costing less than a dollar each.

Once you’ve brewed your first batch get going on another because all your friends will want to try it and you’ll soon run out. This is a fun hobby that is simple, relaxing and rewarding. A starter kit makes a great gift and I’ve been enjoying mine for more than 8 years. Being able to bring a 12-pack to your next get together or holiday is fun as you watch people try your beer and say ‘that’s pretty darn good.’ Who knows, maybe you’ll stumble on a passion that leads you to open your own brewery. We can all dream.

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It’s Easier Than You Think


The sound of bottles popping open fills the air on a recent Wednesday evening at Make Wine, Make Beer in Coeur d’Alene. Weeks

and sometimes months of anticipation have culminated into the simple pop of a cap. Will it taste alright? Was my temperature ok? Did I over carbonate? These are some of the fears of all home brewers, but when you get it just right, tasting your own beer just can’t be beat.

Members of IDHops, a local homebrew club, pass around bottles of their most recent creations at their monthly meeting. “I firmly believe we have the best brews around, and the best group around,” said group president James Cook.

Cook is re-elected president of the group this night and sets a goal to continue expanding and getting more involved in the local community.

Cook and the other IDHops members are on a mission of education. It wasn’t long ago that their group was more of a drinking club with plenty more bottles than members at each meeting. After a night that ended up the street at a local bar the group decided they needed to choose a direction; Are we a drinking club, or are we a homebrew club? The agreed on the latter and are now set on educating the public on the fun and joy of making beer yourself as well as stepping away

There’s a Club for Everything, Including Beer!IDHops meets monthly to discuss all things homebrew

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Homebrewers across the country dream of taking their hobby and turning it into a career. What could be better than brewing

beer everyday and serving your personally crafted libations to your thirsty community, and eventually seeing your label in bars and restaurants coast to coast?

“My first batch of beer made me want to start

a brewery,” remembers Jeff Whitman, Owner of Selkirk Abbey Brewing in Post Falls. “I like how my beer tasted and I wanted others to enjoy it as well.”

Whitman, like hundreds of other brewery owners across the nation, started making small batches of beer is his kitchen and was inspired to follow his passion into something bigger. Whitman sought out the advice of

friend and colleague Fred Colby who is owner and head brewer at Laughing Dog Brewing in Sandpoint. Whitman was surprised at what Colby told him about the brewing business.

“He told me do it because you love it, because you’re not gonna make any money at it,” Whitman recalls.

Still, the drive was too great and on October 24th, 2011, Jeff Whitman quit his day job in

Taking the Next StepWhat goes into opening your own brewery?

from the mass-produced lagers the majority of the country devours.

“We’re here to support the local brewers as they’ll support us,” said Cook, a home brewer for the past five years. “Education will help people learn more about the quality of the beer they drink.”

When our region was once only home to Northern Lights, (now No-Li Brewing) Coeur d’Alene Brewing, and Laughing Dog, many more have emerged as the popularity of craft beer continues to explode across America. In Washington you will find Golden Hills, Twelve String, Budge Brothers, Irongoat and others. In recent years Post Falls has seen Selkirk Abbey and BiPlane emerge. Trickster’s opened this past Christmas and Slate Creek Brewery on 4th street is now pouring as well.

The club consists of about 30 members ranging from Darren, who has brewed only a few batches, to Jack, the Brewmaster for Wallace Brewing Company. Members bring in their creations and let others try them out. Everyone is given a 7 ounce sample glass and feedback is given to each brew. Experienced brewers can tell you why there might be a slight off taste, why there isn’t a lot of carbonation or if you nailed the style of beer you were going for. The club also swaps equipment so those considering the hobby can try it out before investing, and those looking to upgrade to all-

grain brewing or kegging can try before they buy as well. It’s an interesting mix of young and older members each with something to pass on to each other. They hurl jokes and swap stories of experiments gone bad or that perfect batch they’re still trying to recreate.

As President James Cook goes over the meeting notes, he encourages his team to get ready for their upcoming “Brew-off” with the IBUer’s homebrew club in Spokane. Both groups are brewing a ‘Baltic Porter’ and an ‘American Amber’ which will be judged by local professionals. While pride is at stake it’s also a chance to reach out to even more people in the homebrewing community.

Some members have goals and aspirations of starting their own brewery as most Brewmasters started off making batches in their kitchen. Others just enjoy the friendship and being able to share their beer with others who share the same enthusiasm. Like all clubs, people come here for a break from their everyday routine to hang out with those passionate about what they do. “It means so much more when you can say ‘I made it,’” says Cook.

IDHops meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month from 7pm – 9pm at Make Wine, Make Beer. For more information, check them out on facebook or visit www.idhops.org.


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the pursuit of following his dream of owning his own brewery. Whitman partnered with Colby and roughly nine months later the dream was realized and the two opened Selkirk Abbey’s doors in late June 2012, but not without a few bumps and harsh realizations. Whitman admits there were plenty of costs that he didn’t identify from the beginning, and opening his 7 barrel system and taproom would take a lot more capital than he originally thought. He struck deals on used equipment but still needed hundreds of thousands of dollars to move forward. Whitman also learned that in order to run the business, he would have to let someone else do the brewing. Enter Steve Milnes.

Milnes is head brewer at Selkirk Abbey and was key in helping develop the recipes that are now on tap all across Idaho and eastern Washington. Milnes spent time in Belgium while in the army and quickly developed a taste for Belgian Ales.

“After I left and returned home, I soon realized the US was missing some great Belgian beers,” said Milnes.

He also wants those thinking about starting up a brewery to remember it’s not all glamorous.

“I spent two hours this morning cleaning tanks,” said Milnes. “If you don’t like cleaning, don’t even think about becoming a full time brewer.”

Sanitation is key in the brewing process. Everything the wort (liquid before becoming beer) touches must be sanitized. Failure to do so can result in bacteria creeping into the batch, which delivers off-tastes and forces brewers to dump weeks worth of work and hundreds of gallons down the drain.

Laughing Dog owner Fred Colby is also part owner in Selkirk Abbey and makes the trip to Post Falls almost every week to help strategize and guide Selkirk Abbey through the ocean of State and Federal paperwork required to keep a brewery running.

“Fred’s input is critical to our success,” says Whitman. “Our skill sets are very complementary. Fred is an amazing brewer with 8 years of commercial brewing

experience and I was raised to run a business by my late father. This isn’t the business my father intended but I think he’d be very proud and as business partners, Fred and I are unstoppable.”

Cooperation is a common theme amongst the local breweries. They all send guests to the other breweries across the region and in turn they are all able to share customers interested in craft beer.

“When Slate Creek opened they didn’t have any coasters so we gave them a few of ours,” says Whitman. “Make Wine Make Beer has lent us malt while we’re waiting for our shipments. Whether it’s cleaning supplies, yeast, or hops, we are always helping each other out when there is a need.”

Whitman is all in on his brewery and despite being served all over the region, he hasn’t given himself a paycheck in months. Still, he smiles and says he wouldn’t trade it for anything.

“Every day that has passed since October 24th, 2011 has been a better day than the one before,” said Whitman.

As they approach their one year anniversary, the crew at Selkirk Abbey is happy with where they are at and it’s easy to tell they all enjoy coming to work each day.

“We’re already at the ultimate goal,” said Whitman, “I have no desire to be Idaho’s biggest brewery; we just want to make our beers, give people something unique, and enjoy doing it.”

Owner Jeff Whitman shares a laugh with his customers.

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CDA4Kids is an extended school-day program that aims to broaden student knowledge with

hands on enrichment activities, develop social skills through positive adult interaction,

and increase community pride through service learning projects. In the United States, 5-7

million youth are unsupervised every day after school. Unsupervised youth are more likely to

engage in risky behavior, commit crimes or be the victims of crimes. After-school programs

can transform a time of risk into a time of opportunity for adolescents to become engaged,

successful and contributing citizens. CDA4Kids Before-After-Summer School EnrichmentThe program is designed to provide academic enrichment opportunities, art, music, recreation,

sports, drug and violence prevention and youth development activities to students during

non-school hours. The program also offers families of students served by community learning

centers opportunities for educational development.The Department of Education currently funds 71 after school centers throughout the state

serving a total of 17,023 Idaho youth. Program participants consistently outperform non

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LCHS FINE ARTS FESTIVAL - April 16th 6-8pm

Come to the 5th annual “Fine Arts Festival” on Tuesday, April 16th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the

LCHS commons. This is an evening to celebrate all the fine arts programs that Lake City has to

offer, and to honor the students who work so hard to be creative and improve their technical

skills in the arts. There will be performances by the choirs, by the bands and orchestra, by

the drama department, an art gallery created by students in our Visual Arts Department, and

wood crafts from the manufacturing classes. Admission is free, though donations are welcome.

Come and enjoy lots of live entertainment, a juried art exhibition, and many other fun things

to do, see and hear at this event.

Three Musketeers performed by Lake City High School

This adaptation by Ken Ludwig is based on the timeless swashbuckler by Alexander Dumas,

a tale of heroism, treachery, close escapes and above all, honor. The story, set in 1625, begins

with D’ Artagnan who sets off for Paris in search of adventure. Along with D’Artagnan goes

his sister Sabine, the quintessential tomboy. Sent with D’Artagnan to a convent school in Paris,

she poses as a young man and quickly becomes entangled in her brothers’ adventures. Soon

after reaching Paris, D’Artagnan encounters the greatest heroes of the day, Athos, Porthos

and Aramis, the famous musketeers, and he joins forces with his heroes to defend the Queen

of France. In so doing he finds himself in opposition to the most dangerous man in France,

Cardinal Richelieu. Even more deadly, is the infamous countess de Winter, known as Milady,

who will stop at nothing to revenge herself on D’Artagnan for his meddlesome behavior. There

is a suitable mix of merriment, musketeering, and romance for every persons delight! The

show runs April 11-13 and 18-20. Tickets go on sale on March 15th from Karen in the front

office. They are $7 general admission, $6 student, senior and children 12 and under, $5 with a

Lake City ASB card.

Online Access to Grades & Attendance for Parents

Parents can sign up for online access to attendance and grades, as well as email updates of

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parents and students to view attendance and academic progress in real time. Teachers have

been asked to update grades on a regular basis. Grades from individual teachers are posted

approximately every two weeks. Please allow us to assist you if you have any concerns. If your

child is struggling they can access our after-school tutoring program.

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North Idaho College will host its American Indian Heritage Week April 8 – 13 on NIC’s campus. The five-day event fea-

tures storytelling, dancing exhibitions, art demonstrations, arts and crafts vendors, various workshops, and much more. The full event schedule can be found online at www.nic.edu/events.

Musician Jack Gladstone and the Haida Her-itage Dance Group will be the featured acts at the Inter-Tribal Show from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 11. Gladstone is an enrolled member of the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in northwestern Montana. He is a member of the Fisheater Clan of the Blood Band and currently lives between the Flathead Valley, the Flathead Reservation and St. Mary’s Val-ley. Born in Seattle to a Montana-Blackfeet father and a German-American mother, Gladstone was a scholar and athlete in high school, and grew up among the rich oral tra-dition of the American West. His great great grandfather, Red Crow, or ‘Me Kay Stow,’ was a legendary chief of the Blood Division.

With 12 albums under his belt, Gladstone blends legend, history and metaphor into song. From his songs to his epic ballads of historical events and biographical profiles, he presents a clear picture in the audience’s mind of what transpired. Gladstone holds sacred the many stories he shares that were related to him by his Blackfeet grandmother. He tells the stories that she recounted to him about her life and Blackfeet mythology.

Gladstone founded the lecture series, Na-tive American Speaks, for Glacier National Park. The series was presented an award for excellence in the interpretation of American Indian culture by The Council for American Indian Interpretation. His informative and inspirational shows have been enjoyed by audiences in 46 states from Alaska to Cali-fornia and from New York to Florida. He has performed for audiences of all sizes and ages in venues ranging from small concerts to large festivals and grade schools to colleges. Gladstone will be accompanied by the Haida Heritage Dance Group, which is a nonprofit group based out of Seattle.

American Indian Heritage Festival Something For Everyone

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The 9th annual Leadman Triathlon is once again heading to Silver Mountain on Saturday, April 27th. The entertaining race is part skiing, part biking, and part running. The unique triathlon is a blast for competitors and spectators who will also have several opportunities to view the action.

Everyone starts by running up a hill to their ski or snowboard equipment. Once they’ve strapped in, they ride about a mile and a half down the slopes of Silver Mountain to their awaiting mountain bikes. Racers ditch their ski boots and hop on their bike for another descent down the mountain. The eight mile trail is a mixture of single and double track, and racers are sure to encounter mud, rocks, dirt, and other tricky obstacles. The bike portion is almost all downhill so speeds can really pick up. Once they reach the streets of Kellogg,

the run begins, usually about 4 to 5 miles. Previous winners have completed the course in under an hour. The race can be done as an individual or teams of 3 with each member taking on one section.

For those not planning to enter a race, there is still plenty to do at the finish line. A barbeque will get going at 11:30am and live music can be heard throughout the day. Deschutes Brewery will be on hand providing craft beer for spectators and thirsty finishers. Even better, 100% of the net event proceeds go to community projects sponsored by the Kellogg Rotary Club. The race is limited to the first 300 to register. Registration before April 15th is $47 for an individual or $42 per person on a team. The race begins at 9:00am so be sure to arrive early for check-in. For more information you can visit leadmantriathlon.com or call 208.783.1507.

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Volunteers HonoredGoodwill Banquet Honors Local Volunteers(Spokane, WA)

Each year, Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest hosts an awards banquet to recognize individuals, community partners, volunteers,

and employees for their contributions to the organization’s mission to help people build independence. Four hundred and fifty employees, clients, board members, and community partners came together at the Mirabeau Park in Spokane, WA on March 7th to recognize contributions to Goodwill’s success in 2012. The event noted GIIN’s largest attendance ever.

The following Coeur d’ Alene-area residents were recognized for their hard work and achievements in the Goodwill community in 2012:

Sarah Line, Achiever of the YearSarah came to Working Solutions as a participant in the Temporary Assistance for Families in Idaho program several years ago. She began as a participant in our program and worked hard to achieve independence for herself and her family. She now works as a Case Manager in the Working Solutions Program in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. She continues to excel in her work while also going to school to seek her degree.

Mission Advancement Award winners These awards reflect the contributions of individuals who work in many different

departments and in many different locations throughout the region served by Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest.

Briana Richardson, Mission Advancement AwardUnder Brianna’s leadership, our Goodwill Working Solutions has helped more than 1500 participants towards self-sufficiency. Briana is an excellent demonstration of successful leadership, helping her team to meet all performance measures and serving our mission.

Nick Tause, Mission Advancement AwardNick has been with the Coeur d’ Alene Goodwill store since August of 2010. Since that time, Nick has proven himself as a valuable member of the team with his dedication to customer service, great work ethic and positive attitude. As of November 2012, Nick has had zero tardies and he has not missed a day of work since March of 2011 – and that only came about because he became ill and had to leave work early one day. Nick’s coworkers describe him as an excellent worker, a team player, very reliable, an amazing asset, a warm and kind person, consistent, friendly, has a very good attitude.

Rose Manning, Mission Advancement AwardRose is a dedicated Service Coordinator for adults with disabilities in Goodwill’s Coeur d’Alene Workforce and Family Service office. Rose coordinates services with numerous

agencies to help individuals receive the services they need in areas such as health care, education, residential services, social involvement, job training, and crisis intervention. Rose is very caring and dedicated to her position. Last year, she helped with the difficult task of relocating participants she was serving when their residential facility was shut down. She also assisted a young man who had his bicycle stolen, which was his transportation to work. She supported him and his family during this time, so he could continue his job and get a new bicycle.

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It’s probably a safe bet that just about everyone reading this article has traveled to Spokane a time or two. You’ve likely come to the biggest city around for school shopping, a concert, an anniversary dinner or killed some time before picking up a friend

at the airport. What you probably haven’t experienced are the many parks and trails, historic theaters, unique neighborhood restaurants or museums. Why not save a bit of gas, spend a couple of nights, and explore all of what this unique northwest city has to offer.

Spokane has accommodations to fit every budget. Downtown includes the Davenport which went from nearly demolished to a beautifully restored hotel that transports you back in time. If you choose to stay elsewhere you should still make time to wander the lobby as there is history and beauty all around you. There are family friendly rooms along the Spokane river at the Double Tree or Red Lion, or if you’re looking for something a little more funky, check out the recently remodeled Hotel Ruby right in the middle of downtown. The hotel is small and includes the Sapphire Lounge next to the lobby. Here you can sip made from scratch classic cocktails that are truly some of the best in town.

A chat with the staff downtown at the Spokane Convention and Visitors Bureau (www.visitspokane.com) can help point you to regional events going on. Big acts, shows, and sporting events are always happening at the Spokane Arena, Convention Center, INB Performing Arts Center, and The Spokane County Fairgrounds, but there are many other venues around. You can see a movie cheap at the Garland Theater, watch live theater productions at the Spokane Civic Theater or Interplayers, hear the strings come together with the Spokane symphony or laugh along with improv comedians at several

different locations. If you’re a history buff, the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, or the MAC as it’s commonly referred to, should be high on your list. The MAC has more than 68,000 objects in its collection and traveling exhibits are always stopping by.

This region is home to deer, elk, and moose but also Lions, Tigers, and Bears! Cat Tales Zoo allows visitors to get up close and personal with a number of different big cats. Walkways pass just eight feet from the animals and you can even feed them with help from a tour guide. The zoo is located north of town on the Newport Highway and is open year round. While up north head to Greenbluff which is a group of farms located at the base of Mount Spokane. Each is independently run and you can do everything from pick your own fruit, wine taste, horseback ride, or cut your own Christmas tree. Blooms start in the spring but most of the good picking happens between June and Labor Day. Nothing beats fresh picked fruit on a hot summer day. Back in town is another new fun place for kids to enjoy. Mobius Science Center recently opened its doors across from Riverpark Square. The center is hands on as kids learn by interacting with different experiments. The center is appropriate for all ages and adults might even learn a thing or two as well.

All this sight-seeing is bound to work up an appetite and there is definitely no shortage of places to get your fill. Churchill’s, Masselows, Clinkerdaggers, and Milfords offer some of the best fine dining in the region. There is great pizza to be had at The Flying Goat and Beneditos. Fresh sushi can be found at Ginger, Sushi Yama, and Sushi.com. Thai on First serves authentic spicy Thai dishes and Agave Bistro offers gourmet Latin cuisine. If you’re looking for something on the cheap you can’t go wrong with a cheeseburger from Dick’s, breakfast

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at the Satellite Diner, or tacos from one of the many trucks found downtown.

While north Idaho is well known for its countless trails and outdoor recreation, there are places around Spokane to explore as well. Mount Spokane offers skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and tubing during the winter months as well as hiking and mountain biking during the summer. Riverside State Park takes you on a leisurely stroll or bike ride along the Spokane River including the incredibly scenic bowl and pitcher. Dishman Hills natural area is right up against busy roads, but you’ll find yourself quickly away from it all without having to drive out of town. Manito Park can be found on the South Hill and boasts an incredible flower garden, greenhouse, Japanese inspired garden and playground for the kids.

Whether you’re a young couple seeking a night on the town, or a family looking for some quality fun adventures together, Spokane truly has something for everyone. It might not be far from your home, but by spending a weekend here you’ll find more to do than you probably realized. Nature, food, entertainment, and history truly make this area a must visit for more than just a trip to the mall.


Say the word weight training and what comes to mind? Perhaps it is a vision of muscular and toned body builders or that of young male athletes work-

ing out at the local gym in preparation of an upcoming athletic season. But the truth is more women are discovering the benefits of weight training.

In the past many women have generally fo-cused on other forms of physical activity in fear of adding bulk to their bodies. But the reality is that women can benefit greatly from weight training, and it is not just younger women.

By Patty Hutchens

As women age bone density tests are among many factors a medical provider looks to when determining a woman’s overall health. With menopause can come a greater risk for osteoporosis, a condition where bones are weakened due to them becoming increasing-ly porous. But adding a weight training reg-imen to their workout can be beneficial for women of all ages. As one trainer explains, weight lifting will cause the muscles and ten-dons to pull on the bones which results in an increase in bone density.

Another characteristic of those who suffer

from osteoporosis can be a hunched back, thereby making a weight training program which incorporates strengthening of the back muscles extremely important.

“For healthy women I would encourage them to start with back and leg exercises because that’s where the majority of the body’s mus-cle mass is,” said Brandon Adley, owner of Apollo Fitness equipment. “You can achieve a lot with just a couple of exercises.”

Other benefits for women who have taken up weight training go beyond improving

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posture and increasing bone density. They are also discovering they can achieve increased strength without straining to lift the maximum possible weight. They experience a more toned body. Weight train-ing will also increase the body’s ability to burn fat, something which typically decreases as people age. “Muscle burns calories all day long, not just when you’re working out,” explains Adley. “The duration and the intensity of the workout are not as important as the consistency.”

For women who want to start at home and do not have weights, they can begin by doing things that build muscle through resistance train-ing using their own body weight. Some of those exercises include push-ups, planks, squats and sit-ups. They can also purchase a Yoga DVD to try in the comfort of their home.

The ideal situation is to enlist the help of a trainer or instructor. Visit with them and share your goals so that he or she can tailor a program to best meet your needs and instruct you in the proper techniques to avoid injury. For many it may be uncomfortable to attend a class or go to the gym on their own. Ask a friend who may share the same goals to accompany you and not only will have you have a work out buddy but also someone who will help to hold you accountable. Start slowly and soon the results you see will be all the motivation you need.

Women: Follow These Strength Training Tips to a Healthier You

1. Learn Proper Form: To be sure you are starting off on the right foot, set aside some time to learn the proper form. This may require enlisting the help of a strength coach or purchasing an instructional DVD. Starting out with good habits will not only help prevent injury

but will also help you see results sooner.

2. Stick to the Basics: Do not overwhelm your mind or your body. When starting out do so by learning a few exercises and perfecting them over a period of a few months. Not only will you remember how to do these exercises if there are fewer of them, but your body will too. Some of the more basic strength exercises recommended by trainers for women who are just starting out include the following:

Squat (or squat variation) Deadlift (or deadlift variation) Reverse lunge Glute bridge Push-up (or a similar horizontal press) Inverted row (or a similar horizontal pull) Chin-up Overhead press (if mobility allows) Plank

3. Use Acceptable Alternatives: If you do not have the mobility or equipment to safely or properly perform a specific exercise, find an appropriate substitution. Consult a trainer to see what the best alter-native is for you.

4. Focus on Getting Stronger: Not only will building strength help get faster results for the beginner, but it will also prove to be very moti-vating.

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6. Be Consistent and Don’t Give Up: While instant gratification seems to be a common theme in today’s society, do not expect it when it comes to a strength training program. How-ever, trainers do say that women who begin a weight training program typically do notice subtle changes as early as the first week.

7. Set Motivating Goals:

Set performance goals such as increasing the number of push-ups or other strength training exercises you are able to do. By setting these types of goals, you will be more motivated to train on a consistent basis.

8. Don’t be Intimidated: Do not enter a weight room be-lieving you have to perform as well as the others. Enter the weight room focusing on doing your very best. If it helps, bring a friend and work out together. Before long you will feel at home at the gym.

9. Follow a Beginner Train-ing Program: Trainers say the beginning weight lifter

should steer clear of any program that is geared to-wards intermediate or ad-vanced lifters. Not only will they be less discour-aged by starting out with a beginner program, but they will also achieve faster bet-ter results with the begin-ners program.

10. Start Today: Experts agree that the first step should be to find a strength coach who can instruct you on the proper exercise technique. Find a program that works for you, either at home or at your local gym.

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Wine and food are two of my fa-vorite passions. I grew up en-joying the newly coined, “Med-iterranean diet”! My paternal

grandparents came from Croatia in their mid forties and my maternal grandparents were first generation hailing from Italy and Croatia. We enjoyed fish stew, liver (otherwise known as Foie de Veau), oxtail soup, and lentils long before they became widely used by the now famous chefs of the Food Network. My grandparents knew how to prepare these foods and turn them into yum-my dinner time favorites out of necessity. They cooked with these ingredients because they were peasants and made peasant wages. We felt rich because we had wonderful foods, great conver-sations in broken English, not so good red zin-fandel wine made in my grandfather’s musty spi-der infested cellar, and most of all a feeling that we belonged to something good and something lasting….family. When thinking about the his-tory of my family and our family culture I, I feel lucky to have family recipes, family traditions, and great times inspired by hugging the family dinner table.

My grandfather sold wine along the Adriatic coast before coming to America. Twenty years ago I became an employee of an Idaho state wine wholesaler. Can you say, back to my roots (or the grape doesn’t fall far from the vine)! In the last twenty years, I have been so fortunate and blessed to enjoy different cultures, history, food and wine both here and abroad. When asked if I would write an article for the Coeur d’Alene Living Local Magazine I wondered where I would begin and what would I say. I decided to share a little bit about my background because I want to encourage anyone who has not enjoyed food, wine with family and friends together to consider doing so! And if you have, keep it up! What seems routine to you now will live on in the memories of your children. Remember, ref-erenced my grandfather’s “not so good wine” and peasant food? Wine and food are meant to be enjoyed and the experience of sharing wine and food together is meant to create bonding. I think enjoying great wine and great food, no matter how defined, were never meant to be in-timidating.

We are so fortunate to live in the Northwest, let alone in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. We have fresh salmon, wild game, fresh summertime locally grown produce, and are neighbors to some of the best wine producers in the world. And here is some of the best news. Right here in our own

little town, we have amazing restaurants serving both marvelously made food and wine. At any of our local, privately owned restaurants you are likely to meet the owner/manager who is excited to help you enjoy a fantastic food and wine expe-rience. Trust me, they want you to ask what they have that will “wow” you! They want to share their latest passions with you. They want you to drive away feeling wonderful and anticipating your next trip back.

If you want your family to hug the dinner table and create that family, food and wine culture at home, stop in at your local retail wine shop! Any local wine shop can point you to something uniquely northwest. Having said that, great sum-mer wines to seek out are dry rose, Pinot Gris, unoaked Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc. Many Coeur d’Alene, Sandpoint, and Spokane wineries produce these varietals so you don’t have to go far to find something you enjoy. If you want to try something outside the northwest, they can guide you towards something afford-ably delicious from some little wonderful wine region elsewhere on the map.

How would you like to take a trip to Italy, France, California, or the northwest perhaps? Saturday, April 27th, 3-5:00 pm in our very own down-town Coeur d’Alene, you will find over twenty winemakers, 1,200 wines, and food to taste! On Friday night, April 26th Beverly’s will host a meet & greet the winemakers event. On Saturday, the Resort will host two wine seminars at the Coeur d’Alene Resort featuring Walla Walla Vintners, 11:00 am and J. Lohr Winery, 1:00 pm. All events are casual and mean t to enjoy and help educate. Watch the local paper for the many Wine Ex-travaganza events!

What would summer be without a summertime beer? Stop in at Trickester’s Brewing Company, 3850 Schrieber Way! Try Matt Morrows Extra Pale Ale. While it’s lemony, fresh and somewhat hoppy, it’s also rich. In June he will release his Kolsche; light, low hoppy easy drinking summer ale.

Remember, every wine and every beer will and should taste different. Each is meant to reflect the geography, history and personality of its maker. Just as did my grandfather’s “not so good” red zinfandel and peasant food reflected our roots going back to the Adriatic coast. At the end of every dinner, all of us, even the children held a glass of half water and half wine, and toasted, “zivio, sto godin” which translates, “Toast, to a good life!”

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After all of the excitement of catching a thief, having a close encounter with a porcupine, and causing a fire on their grandma’s stove, Tyler and Arianna were excited to receive “I-love-you” presents from Grandma Flynn. Tyler received a lazer tripwire, and Arianna got a kit to make a pillow. The stylus she needed to complete the pillow disappeared, and she accused Tyler and Copper, their dog, of taking it. Copper set off Tyler’s tripwire in her attempt to escape Arianna’s fury.

Mrs. Flynn looked down at her son, her daughter, and her quivering dog. Bending down on her knees, she snapped her fingers at Copper, who scurried over from the squawking doorway to snuggle beside Mrs. Flynn. “You’re OK, Copper,” she crooned, rubbing her ears.

“Tyler, can you please turn off the siren from your lazer tripwire,” Mrs. Flynn yelled.

Tyler flipped a switch and the silence was as loud as the sirens had been. “Did you see how great it worked, Mom?” Tyler asked excitedly. “As soon as Copper tripped the signal, the siren went off. It was so awesome!”

“I’m proud of you, Tyler, for figuring it out,” Mrs. Flynn said. “Grandma Flynn will be pleased.” She then turned to Arianna, who was glaring at all of them. “What happened?” she asked her daughter.

“I was working on the pillow Grandma Flynn gave me before dinner. When I came back, the stylus that I need to punch the petals into the pillow had disappeared. I think either Copper thought it was a new toy and took it, or Tyler was jealous that I got such a great present so he hid it in his room.”

“I now have one of the hottest spy toys,” Tyler replied. “I don’t care about your stupid stylus.”

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“Arianna! Tyler! That’s enough!” Mrs. Flynn shouted, silencing both kids. “Let’s calm down and talk about this.” She motioned for both kids to sit on the carpet.

“But mom,” Arianna said.

“Enough, Arianna,” Mrs. Flynn replied. “Don’t say anything else. You might need to eat your words later.” She looked at her daughter’s clenched jaw. “That’s better.”

Mrs. Flynn looked at Copper, who was now sleeping at her side. “Copper was helping me fix dinner, slept at your feet during dinner, and was exploring in the backyard while we washed the dishes. She’s past the puppy stage, so she isn’t into chewing any more. Do you really think she took the stylus?”

“I guess not,” Arianna replied.

“I’m sorry I called it stupid,” Tyler said. “I don’t know what it looks like, and I don’t want it. I’ll help you look for it.”

“Let’s all go look,” Mrs. Flynn agreed. “Now where was the last place you saw it, Arianna?”

“It was right here on my bed beside all of the petals. They’re all here, but it’s gone.”

“Did you look under the bed?” Mrs. Flynn asked.

“Uh, no,” Arianna said, kneeling down and pulling up her bedspread. She peered under her bed. “I found it!” she exclaimed, holding up the shiny tool.

Tyler and Copper both peered under her bed, too. “Look, Arianna. It’s the butterfly net we were looking for last week.” Tyler pulled it out and waved it around. Copper gave a yip of excitement

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at the fluttering net.

“What else is under your bed?” Mrs. Flynn asked. “Is it time for spring cleaning?”

“What’s that?” Arianna asked.

“People often clean their homes from top to bottom when the weather starts warming up in the spring and they can open windows. Since we have cold winters, this is a fairly common practice. Haven’t you noticed me cleaning out the cupboards around this time each year?”

“No,” Arianna replied. “That doesn’t sound like much fun.”

“It might not be fun, but it feels good afterwards knowing that everything is more organized, and unused items can be given to a charitable organization so someone else can get the benefit of them.”

“Can I give away some of my winter clothes that will be too small next year?” Tyler asked.

“And can I give away some of my easier jigsaw puzzles?” Arianna asked. “The 60-piece ones are too easy.”

“That sounds like a great plan. Your help will be appreciated,” Mrs. Flynn replied. “Let’s work on it next Saturday. Then maybe we can go to a movie as a reward afterwards.”

“Yahoo!” Tyler shouted.

“Thanks, Mom,” Arianna said, giving her mom’s hand a squeeze. “You’re pretty smart for a grown-up.”

The End.


Got milk? We sure do! And when that “use-by” date has come and gone, we like to use our suspicious milk for awesome chemical reactions. This month we’re doing a favorite experiment that creates a work of living art out of simple, everyday items.

You will need:• Milk (at least 2% if not higher)• A plate or shallow dish• Food coloring• Q-tips• Dish soap

Directions:Pour enough milk to cover the bottom of a shallow dish. Very carefully place 4-6 drops of food coloring into the milk. Try not to mix the colors just yet. Take a Q-tip and dip it into the dish soap. Very gently touch the soap covered Q-tip to the surface of the milk. DO NOT STIR! Hold the Q-tip so the soap-covered end is touching the surface of the milk. Observe as the drops of food coloring swirl and mix throughout the milk, creating a blend of psychedelic colors.How it Works:There are two important things happening when these chemicals mix; first, the dish soap lowers the surface tension of the milk, allowing the food coloring to mix more easily. Secondly, the soap binds with the fat in the milk to form “micelles”. Micelles are charged particles that surround the fat and keep it from bonding with other fat particles as well as surfaces. It’s this process of micelle formation that sets

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everything in motion. Once the formation slows, the swirling colors will also slow. At this point you can “recharge” the Q-tip by dipping the clean end back into the dish soap but eventually the fat in the milk will all be bound and the concoction will settle.

*Source material for this experiment found at: http://chemistry.about.com/od/chemistryhowtoguide/a/magicmilk.htm

Texas Roadhouse 402 W. Neider Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815. 208.664.1903

The Breakfast Nook 1719 N. 4th St. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.667.1699

Dockside Restaurant 115 S. 2nd St. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.765.4000

Meltz Extreme Grilled Cheese 1735 W. Kathleen Ave., Ste 3, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815. 208.664.1717

Syringa Japanese Cafe & Sushi Bar 1401 N. Fourth St. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.664.2718

Caruso’s Sandwich Company 202 W. Ironwood Dr., Ste. A Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.765.1001

Come see for yourself why we are consistently voted ‘’best sandwich anywhere’’. Fresh baked bread! Highest quality meats & cheese.

Salads, pasta bowls,Kids meals, $2 pints! Delivery & catering

Scratch Restaurant 501 E. Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.930.4762

Roger’s Ice Cream & Burgers 1224 E. Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.930.4900

CDA’s favorite ice cream & burger destination est in 1940 is Open Year Round! Enjoy a 100% fresh ground beef burger, homemade french fries and huckleberry shake in a nostalgic, family friendly rest.

Michael D’s Eatery 203 Coeur d’Alene Lake Dr. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.676.9049

The Wine Cellar 317 Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.664.9463

Crickets Restaurant & Oyster Bar 424 Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.765.1990

Hudson’s Hamburgers 207 E. Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.664.5444

Jonesy’s 819 Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.666.1644

Tony’s on the Lake 6823 E. Coeur d’Alene Lake Dr. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.667.9885

Broken Egg Cafe 3646 N. Government Way, Ste. D Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815. 208.966.4399

The Fedora Pub & Grille 1726 W. Kathleen Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.765.8888

The Iron Horse 407 Sherman Ave. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.667.7314

Wolf Lodge Steakhouse 11741 E. Frontage Rd. Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.664.6665

Bistro on Spruce 1710 N. 4th St., Ste.102 Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814. 208.664.1774

CHAMBER EVENTS

Apr 3 - Natural Resources Committee It is the mission of the Natural Resources Committee to proactively advocate for the sustainable use and enjoyment of our abundant natural resources in a manner that safeguards and enhances our environment over the long term.Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AMWebsite: http://www.cdachamber.com/Members/NaturalResourcesCommittee/Default.aspxLocation: Chamber - Coeur Conference Room

March 30th –Lookout Pass Beach Party Luau. The annual Lookout Beach Party Luau will be held on Saturday March 30, starting at 11am. Enjoy delicious food and a variety of refreshments on the lodge deck. Join in on the fun and participate in the Big Kahuna Downhill race and the annual bragging rights that go along with 1st Place in the men’s and women’s categories. Wear your best Hawaiian shirt and grass skirt. See you there!

Through April 6th – Best of the Basement art exhibit featuring original works by local artists, curated from the gallery’s inventory of more than 850 works by more than 50 artists. The Art Spirit Gallery, 415 Sherman Ave. theartspiritgallery.com (208-765-6006)

April 4th – Spring Cooking at the Jacklin Arts Center. Chef Bob Black will be teaching techniques on gourmet cooking including a rack of lamb and salmon dish. 5:30 pm. Cost $50. Jacklin Arts & Cultural Center, 405 N. Williams St. Post Falls. jacklincenter.org (208-457-8950)

April 1st – 5th – School’s Out Day Camp at the KROC Center. Take part in Day Camps at The Kroc Center, where you can make new friends, discover new talents, learn new skills, all while creating memories that will last a lifetime. Kroc staff provide quality programming when school is not in session. Each day of the week is action packed with activities like swimming, rock climbing, cooking, crafts, games and more. Campers will be entertained and supervised by staff who are dedicated to strong family values and having fun. A daily fee is charged for each session, lunch and snack are provided. Learn more online at www.kroccda.org. Ages 6-13.

April 1st – 6th – 2013 USA Boxing National Championships. Fighters from across the country will compete for this year’s title with the finals held at Northern Quest Casino. Preliminary rounds are April 1st – 4th and will be held at the HUB Sports Center. For ticket information visit www.northernquest.com

Apr 3 - Education CommitteeThe mission of the Coeur d’Alene Area Chamber of Commerce’s Education Committee is to serve as a link between the education community and businesses to actively support quality education and to provide a well-trained workforce in the Coeur d’Alene area.Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMLocation: Chamber - Coeur Conference Room

For Both Events Contact: Ginger Dalvini or email: [email protected]

April 2nd - 5th - Annual Cowboy Ball The North Idaho Fair & Rodeo Foundation brings you a fun filled night of live music, dance lessons, food, auctions and more. Funds raised at the event will go to capital improvements to the fairgrounds and provide educational scholarships to local students. Don’t forget your best western getup! Tickets are on sale now for $30. For more information call 208-772-5471.

April 6th – Silver Mountain’s Spring Carnival. Stop in for Sun, Fun, BBQ, spring snow, music and the famous pond skimming contest. Celebrate the last bit of winter with fun for the whole family.

April 8th – April 13th – American Indian Heritage Week. Come join in a week of American Indian Heritage Week festivities which include storytelling, dancing, Coeur d’Alene tribal history, silent auction, arts and crafts, hoop dancers and much much more. Events will take place at the Edminister Student Union Building at NIC. For more information, contact Evanlene Melting Tallow (208) 769-3365.

April 10th – 6th Annual Hard Hats, Hammers, and Hot Dogs. The Workforce Development Task Force is hosting their Annual Career Day for the area’s middle and high school students. This event will be held at the KTEC (Kootenai Technical Education Campus) located at 6828 W. Lancaster Rd., Rathdrum. Community members are encouraged to participate as exhibitors. An estimated 750 students are expected to attend the event.

April 12th – Michael Bolton at Northern Quest Casino. An unforgettable evening with: Michael Bolton – the multi-Grammy award-winning, iconic voice on over 53 million records sold, with hits like “When a Man Loves a Woman”, “How am I Supposed to Live Without You”, “Time, Love and Tenderness,” “How Can We be Lovers”, “Georgia on my Mind”, and many more! Tickets $45 - $65. www.northernquest.com

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April 12-28: I Hate Hamlet by Paul Rudnick - A new city, a new big city apartment, a career in limbo, a ghost and an unexpected job offer - this wildly funny duel over women, Art & duty will leave you smiling long after the curtain closes.

May 17-19: Ignite! Community Theatre 2nd annual Spokane Playwrights’ Booklight Showcase - Original works by local playwrights will be performed in “Reading Stage” format. All performances will be held at the Ignite! Community Theatre on Broadway, 10814 E. Broadway Ave., Spokane Valley. Ticket prices for Footlight Series Productions are $18-Adults; $16-Seniors/Military; $15-Students. All tickets at the door will be $20. For tickets and other information, visit www.ignitetheatre.org.

April 13th & 14th – Northwest Sacred Music Chorale Spring Concert at the KROC Center. 7pm on the 13th, 3pm on the 14th. Lent and Easter, seasonal music for the soul. This enormous oratorio is Handel’s masterpiece. A compilation of both Old and New Testament verses, the text is undeniable paramount, and Handel uses his creative genius to convey the meaning behind every word. To learn more visit www.nwsmc.org.

April 17th – Department of Labor Spring Job Fair. The fair will be held at Real Life Ministries in Coeur d’Alene. Businesses that currently have openings are encouraged to attend and there is no cost to participate.

April 19th – May 10th – Landscape Art Show. This unique exhibit will feature various works of art depicting our beautiful Northwest landscapes. There is a free artist reception April 19 from 5-7 pm. Free. The Jacklin Arts & Cultural Center, 405 N. William St. Post Falls. thejacklincenter.org (208-457-8950)

April 25th – Chili Cook-Off. The Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene Inn will host the competition. Bring your best Chili and help support our local food banks. $10 admission. 11:30am – 1:30pm.

April 26th – Pairings and Italian cooking at Coeur d’Alene Olive Oil Company. Garlic, basil, tomatoes, cheese, bread, and of course wine! We will be showing some great

ways to bring Italian cooking into your life. Sample appetizers paired with some great Chianti. 4:00pm – 6:00pm. Free.

April 27th – Come celebrate the arrival of spring with a free concert featuring the North Idaho College Cardinal Chorale and Chamber Singers. Concert begins at7:30 pm at the NIC Schuler Performing Arts Center, 1000 West Garden Avenue. 208-769-7734. The Cardinal Vocal Jazz and Jazz ensemble will also be holding a spring concert April 30th at 7:30pm.

April 27th – 28th North Idaho Sportsman’s Expo, RV & Boat Show Bring the whole family for a weekend of everything outdoors. Pick up hunting and fishing tips from local experts, choose your next vacation and check out all the new boats, RVs, and 2013 recreational vehicles. There will be demonstrations, a place to ‘float your boat,’ and plenty of opportunities to gear up for the upcoming outdoor season. Adults $6 in advance, $8 at the door. Kids and seniors $4 in advance, $6 at the door. Tickets can be purchased online or at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds.

May 10th - INBC Blood Drive 7:30–10:30am, Kroc Lobby. Sign-up and save a life with INBC! Stop into The Kroc and make a donation to The Inland Northwest Blood Center. As the only supplier of blood for area hospitals, each donation has the potential to save 3 lives. Find out more about the INBC at www.inbcsaves.org. Remember to bring your donor card and ID. Walk-ins and new donors welcome.

May 12th – Mother’s Day in the Park. Treat your Mom to a free concert featuring the Cardinal Chamber Singers with Wind Symphony. May 12 at 2 pm. NIC Schuler Performing Arts Center, 1000 W. Garden Avenue.

Need to raise money for your club or school group? Have a Skate-A-Thon at Frontier Ice Arena! Any club or team can raise funds by selling $5 skate tickets to skate during an open session at Frontier Ice Arena. KYRO will then donate $2 for each $5 ticket sold to the club. It’s great fun for a great cause - yours! We’ll even help you print a custom flyer with tickets to sell for your event. Contact us at [email protected] for more information on club fundraisers.

May 17-19 - Race the Joe! 2013 Presented by Epic Motorsports Consulting Group, L.L.C. & the St. Maries Chamber of Commerce. For three days jet boat teams from Canada, Mexico & the U.S.A. will race on the spectacular St. Joe River at St. Maries, Idaho! www.facebook.com/racethejoe (208) 890-3868. May 17 - 6 p.m. Show & Shine Boat Show at St. Maries. Fireworks at dusk! May 18 & 19 - Racing begins at 10 a.m. both days at Idaho Forest Industries Landing!May 18 - Webb’s Slough USSBA Sprint Boat Exhibition following jet boat racing in the afternoon!

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