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Home Sweet HomeValuable directions on how to maintain the place you raise your family, gather with friends, and enjoy moments of quiet relaxation.

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Hi Fred,I just wanted to thank you for the wonderful story and photos about the Gravity Car Races in the latest Issaquah, Sammamish and beyond magazine. You did a wonderful job of describing the effects the races have on not just the special needs kids and their families, but the typically developing kids as well. Kudos!Sincerely,Chris WeberDevelopment AssistantLife Enrichment Options

Dear Fred:Until I read the recent Shopping section, I had no idea there was a Wednesday Farmer’s Market in Sammamish. While I live in the south end of Issaquah, the drive up was well worth the time. I came home with the Misty Mountain honey and the Hedlin Farms organic vegetables. I love Farmer’s Markets.D. Murvin- Issaquah

Jeff, THANK YOU for writing about the “Running Man”. I am sure thousands of us have passed Mel and when I do, it always put a smile on my face, seeing him out there, doing it. I had no idea just how FAR he runs, but seeing him in all weather conditions, I suspected that there was a story there and as you noted, it FAR exceeds the imagination.

I am hearted to hear that after living in so many places and being able to choose literally any place to live, they landed in Issaquah and it’s wonderful to know that we have neighbors like Mel who do so much for our community. L. Gregg

I’m so glad you ran the recent article about, “Running Man” in the latest issue. I’ve seen this gentleman numerous times and wanted to know more about him. Simply because he was such a consistent fixture in his yellow rain apparel along Lake Samm Pkwy.

Thanks for telling the extraordinary about someone ordinary.K. Hodge-Sammamish

I really enjoy the Issaquah/Sammamish magazine because I learn something new about our community each time I read it. I loved the article about the running man in the yellow suit, as I have seen him almost every day for years, and always wondered who he was and how long he had been running!E. Moore, Sammamish

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I am willing to put forward what may be a minority view, but I like our Pacific Northwest weather. Even with this year’s relatively short and cool summer that followed a wet and gray spring, I’ll happily take a diet of overcast days over the heat waves, droughts, bugs, and tornadoes the rest of the country annually endures. Oh, and don’t forget the ice and snow storms. I realize that weather is an everyday topic of

casual conversation in which perfect strangers complain to each other about the wet and yearn for warmth and sunshine, only to bemoan any temperatures exceeding 80 degrees if they last more than three days. Call me a weather wimp, but I enjoy winter temps that normally sit above the freezing mark and summer days that rarely go over 85 degrees. I am willing to forgo the extremes to enjoy the benign sweet spot provided by our local weather. If you need more sun, drive over the pass and spend time in Walla Walla, Chelan, or Yakima, where you can easily find sunshine (and Washington wines).

In this issue you will find great editorials on how to protect, remodel, and repurpose your home. We will continue these types of articles throughout the year, since your home is likely one of your most valued assets.

Also, at long last, we have added a section that features a few of the comments we receive on articles in the magazine. I hope you enjoy reading them and will send us your own when we cover a topic that you especially enjoy.

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WHATS HAPPENING

Christian Science Reading Room Moves to New Building The Issaquah Christian Science church is relocating the Christian Science Reading Room to its own building after 30 years in rented locations. The Issaquah church purchased property on the corner of Rainier Boulevard North and Northwest Dogwood, which held a house built in 1915 by J.J. Lewis, founder of Issaquah’s historic Lewis Hardware. The new building retains the footprint and roofline of the Lewis house, but the Craftsman tradition of an open floor plan and brings the outside in has been carried into the 21st century by Finne Architects.

If you are interested in studying the Bible or reading Christian Science literature, or just want to see a handsome building that makes use of natural materials with an artistic sensitivity not often found in public spaces, stop by. The Reading Room is open to the public from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays.

Ravens Books Gilman Village has a new tenant: Ravens Books has opened in Suite 21. The stylish, intimate bookstore, owned by Issaquah residents Philip and Lisa Boynton, offers quality new and used books at exceptionally good prices in a community atmosphere. The Boyntons want Ravens to be a long-term neighborhood setting where people can gather to buy and discuss books.

Tavon Center Farmers Market The Tavon Center Farmers Market is open on Thursdays from 11a.m. to 2:00 p.m in Gilman Village. It’s a great place to buy eggs, flowers, herbs, and veggies. The Tavon Center program fosters a sense of purpose and belonging in young adults with disabilities through gardening, community involvement, and skills that can be transferred to an employment setting. Program participants tend five acres of accessible gardens, care for animals, and sell produce and eggs at local farmers markets. For more information, visit tavoncenter.org.

New Tea Store Opens Experience Tea is opening at the end of September at 195 Front St. N., the former home of the Christian Science Reading Room. The shop will be offering a series of tea discovery classes and tastings. An extensive selection of quality loose tea, along with useful tea tools, teapots, steeping cups and tea-related gifts, will be available for purchase. For more information and to track the opening date, visit experience-tea.com.

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Part five in a series on training your best friend—your puppy.

I n this series on caring for and training a new dog, we started with puppyhood and led you

through your dog’s pre-adult years. This article focuses on the fully grown, mature dog: what it means to be an adult dog and how good behavior can be maintained throughout your dog’s life.

For a dog, adulthood, or maturation, typically starts at about 2 years of age

Maintaining the Mature Dog’s Good Behavior

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and continues on until about the age of 7 (followed by the midlife and senior stages.) Most dogs at this point have made it through the difficult teenage years and learned some basic good manners. Most families, in turn, have accepted their dog’s remaining behavior faults and are either actively working to improve them or have made lifestyle compromises in order to maintain an acceptable living

situation in spite of them.So, what can go wrong in adulthood?

Without maintenance of training, your dog can slip back into old habits or engage in new, negative behaviors, such as not coming when called or not greeting new people nicely.

I recommend the following four key steps to maintaining good behavior in your adult dog.

Once again, exercise! Just walking your well-trained dog isn’t enough. Instead, improve both your pet’s aerobic workout and mastery of the come command on your walk by asking for a short wait, walking out to the end of the leash, then calling your dog and continuing to walk. Many people say they don’t have time for training, yet with this exercise you can practice and reward 20 to 30 perfect come commands, in about 10 minutes of walking.

Refine your rewards. By now you shouldn’t have to give treats for every command. However, if you’ve always rewarded your pet’s good behavior with treats and you then quit altogether, your dog will lose motivation to obey you in a very short period of time. (You wouldn’t work without a paycheck, would you? Neither will your dog.) So, mix it up!

Give intermittent rewards. If, for example, you expect your dog to lie down and stay for half an hour while you are eating dinner, offer a reward after five minutes, and then again after maybe 12 minutes. The next evening, reward after two minutes, then not again until 20 minutes. Random rewards actually help strengthen your dog’s behavior.

Give occasional jackpots. A jackpot reward can be 20 kibbles instead of the one you usually give. Or, if you are really clever, it can be a bite of leftover chicken from the night before. Completely unexpected and wonderful—that’s what jackpots are. Give them for an outstanding effort or response, and only once in a while.


Give your dog new things to learn. What makes many dogs great for the first two years is that they are focused on learning new things, gaining rewards, and bonding with you. Keep that same pattern alive.

Take your pet with you. As often as possible, take your dog camping, boating, hiking, etc. If your pet is social, he should be able to use all the training you’ve invested in him to be able to behave well in fun new environments.

Keep teaching your dog new stuff. For example, if you are at the park and your pet always jumps up on a familiar bench, reward the behavior and put it on command (“Rover, jump up!”). Your pet will be excited to be rewarded for trying the new command, and you will be helping your dog stay in good physical condition. Of course, teaching “Rover, jump off!” is just as important.

Try a new activity. Go ahead, take an advanced obedience class. Join an outdoor group hike. See what rally obedience is all about. Challenge yourself and your dog to learn something new, solidify your bond, and guarantee that you will spend time together each week.

Earn a Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certificate. The CGC is a national American Kennel Club program designed to reward owners of dogs that have good manners both at home and in the community. CGC dogs are good ambassadors for responsible dog ownership and care. Go to www.akc.org for a list of the requirements for achieving this title.

Maintaining your pet’s training as an adult dog is perhaps not as taxing as your work prior to this stage, but it is still important. With any skill, you use it or lose it. The same is true for your dog, so keep up the good work!


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M ost likely, your home is also the biggest investment you will ever make, and yet

you are probably not aware of the many things you need do to maintain that in-vestment. When you buy a car you get a nice manual that tells you when to change the oil, get a tune-up, etc. but such a thing is rarely available when you buy a home, especially if it is not brand-new. In this issue, and several in the future, I will discuss the different components of your home, such as the windows, doors, sid-ing, and paint, and how you can prevent major repairs tomorrow by doing basic maintenance today.

The most important thing you can do to maintain your home is to perform basic inspections twice a year, in the spring and the fall, and address any issues as soon as possible.

So let’s talk about a few important maintenance components of your home, painting and caulking. While perhaps not the most scintillating topic, these components form one of the first lines of defense against weather intrusion and can be easily inspected by the homeowner.

When inspecting the paint on your home, also look at your siding. With wood siding, look for cracked or warped boards, missing or damaged shingles, and boards with loose nails. Metal, vinyl, and cement-fiber sidings should be inspected for dents, cracks, damaged corner pieces, and loose or missing nails and components. On brick and masonry surfaces, inspect for cracked and deteriorating grout or masonry settlement.

You probably have a pretty good idea of what paint does as it fails—peeling, cracking, and bubbling. While these

are caused by different conditions, all indicate that it may be time to paint soon. Because paint protects the siding and the siding protects your home, it is important to clean and paint regularly. What is regularly? The common thought is to repaint every seven to 10 years, but this depends on many factors, including the siding material, weather exposure (south,north, etc.), and the quality of paint used the last time you painted. Regular inspection for cracking, peeling, and blistering will be your best guide. You may find that the sides exposed to sun and weather need repainting in seven years, but non-exposed surfaces last 12. Unless you want to change the color, there is no reason you can’t just paint the side that needs attention. Generally, trims, the additional pieces of wood applied around windows, doors, garage openings, etc.,

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need repainting more often as they stand out from the main surface and tend to collect more water and take more abuse.

What kind of paint should you use? The more commonly used latex, vinyl, and acrylic products are constantly being improved and have low or no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) Oil-based or alkyd paints can be useful in some applications, but are gradually being phased out and are already illegal in some states due to their high VOCs. I recommend buying the highest-quality paint you can afford, as it offers longer life, a better bond, and often more flexibility, allowing it to expand and contract with less cracking. Before painting, consult with local paint stores about which product is best for the type of siding you are painting. Some surfaces, such as stucco and masonry, have paint and sealer products designed specifically for their care. Before painting, whether you do it yourself or hire a painter, remember that preparation of the existing surface is critical. Surfaces must be cleaned and allowed to dry completely, loose paint must be scraped and or sanded, holes must be filled and quality primer applied. If surfaces are not prepared correctly, paint could fail in one season.

Another maintenance procedure generally done along with repainting is caulking. Caulking is a flexible material that is used to seal and bridge gaps around windows, doors, hose bibs, and trim materials. In older homes, at some locations, caulking is the first and last defense against water intrusion, and therefore very important. There are many types of caulking, some with specialty applications, but the most commonly used are latex and acrylic, as they are both generally paintable and easy to use and apply. Acrylic latex caulking with silicone may last longer, but may not be paintable. During your exterior inspection, look for caulking that is cracking or peeling and caulking that has pulled away from adjacent surfaces. It is also important to check where dissimilar materials meet—e.g., where wood siding meets


brick. This is the most common place for caulking failure, as the different materials expand and contract differently, causing caulking to crack and pull apart. As with painting, prep is important. Remove all bad caulking material completely with a caulking-removal tool or razor knife, and make sure surfaces are free of loose paint and dirt and are completely dry before application. If you are painting, apply paintable caulking after the primer but before the paint, then paint the caulking as you paint the house or trim.

In the Northwest, water intrusion is a major issue, and once water gets in it is hard to get out and can cause more serious damage to the structure. Make your repairs promptly and you will save yourself increased work and expense down the road.


I t must be one of West Lake Sammamish’s most startling sights: a futuristic helix-shaped

wind turbine twisting in slow spirals at the top of an ultra-modern dwelling. Yet despite the initial “awe factor,” this glossy white, gracefully staggered shape is strangely at home here, as fitted to its perch as the bald eagles that can be heard shrilly chittering from the trees. From its vantage overlooking the roofs of shorefront homes below, any technological feat seems possible, even the dream of creating a year-round home that produces and utilizes all of its own energy and water needs from the sun, wind, and rain.

Dubbed the Zero Energy Idea House, and owned by longtime residents Donna

and Riley Shirey, the home features a relatively modest layout that navigates an exhilaratingly steep plot of land inherited by Donna in 1975. It’s clear that development of the property, out of choice as well as necessity, left much of the land in its natural state: The house holds a mere 1,630 livable square feet, not counting a roomy two-car garage and multiple “crow’s nest” balconies. From the compost filter socks that snake along the tumbling slope to prevent erosion and reduce rainwater runoff to the succulent-carpeted green roof to a 3,000-gallon cistern, the well-planned interdependent connection between exterior and interior spaces impresses and delights. Amazingly, the home’s anchoring foundation boasts 28,000 pounds of steel; though the

riveted beams are mostly hidden, those that do jut into view are undeniably massive, and each has been sealed at transition points to keep interior rooms as airtight as possible.

At a time when many of their fellow empty nesters tend to downsize, the Shireys launched a four-year construction project (from conception to move-in) that combined a smaller structural footprint with the latest in local, sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems. Relying on more than three decades of green building experience, and working as general contractors alongside Clinkston Brunner Architects, the Shireys developed an overall plan for the site through careful research of potential building materials, exhaustive study of

A local couple’s recently built dream-home showcases the latest in green design and construction. by Julie Gunter

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the land, the submission of countless city permit applications, and personal visits to local metalworking, glassblowing, and woodworking shops. The result, completed in April 2009, is both a technological marvel and a refreshingly intimate home.

A leisurely tour of the home’s interior reveals that the rooftop wind turbine is

only the first, albeit flashiest, of countless energy-producing or energy-saving features incorporated into the home. While pausing in front of an exquisitely crafted ship’s ladder that beckons visitors from the foyer up to a loft-like “away” room, Donna explains that “the philosophy of saving energy is how we were raised, before green building [practices] even had a name.” Gliding from one room to the next, she expertly describes the benefits of each material encountered: sustainably harvested alder trim, pocked with telltale knots; salvaged wood flooring; highly efficient structural insulated panels (SIPs) that replace the need for traditional framing and insulation; recycled-content tiles and glass countertops; energy-efficient windows, lighting, and Energy Star appliances; dual-flush toilets and low-flow shower heads and faucets; a tankless water heater; and air-exchange ventilation grills.

Clearly, this modern abode represents what is possible when innovative ideas are boldly put into action. So many of the Shireys’ design choices, from the strategic placement of surprisingly compact windows (to lessen solar gain) to the slick array of solar panels installed on the peaked roof that are part of the home’s hot water system, represent steps to a common goal: to live as healthfully and as responsibly as possible, at work and at home. Even whimsical touches, such as the contrasting blocks of color

on the exterior walls, have meaning: The two vibrant shades represent Donna’s love of periwinkle blue and tangerine orange. Other unique touches include polished “thunder eggs” nestled into the kitchen countertop and backlights that infuse the powder room’s undulating glass sink with blue mood lighting at the flip of a switch. Classic design choices balance the otherwise modern vibe, such as in the cozy living room, where geometric ceiling beams are reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright and the Arts and Crafts style.

As bees busily pollinate the street-facing front yard, it’s obvious that each part of this well-planned landscape, however small and seemingly insignificant, has its logical place and purpose. Even the creeping succulents planted on the roof

At the home’s vibrant core, the Shireys’ sophisticated kitchen, ringed by energy-efficient Miele appliances, offers open and functional space for cooking, lounging, and entertaining.

A well-placed window and an old-fashioned drainboard chiseled directly into the counter surface make the chore of washing up after meals a breeze.

A granddaughter’s delight, the handcrafted staircase leading up to the loft offers staggered steps that make the steep climb easier to navigate, for adults and children alike.


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have pioneered new spaces, providing an evergreen groundcover that complements the plentiful ferns, red currants, and wispy vine maples. Asked what’s next, Donna responds, “Maybe beekeeping. It’s one of my husband’s hobbies. He lost a hive last winter, and we’ve talked about starting another. We’d put it over there.” Her gesture indicates the place where it might one day be located. Without a doubt, the bees would fit right in.

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Creating a big outdoor room out of a little backyard.by Jeff Skierka

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A s a designer, I am seeing more clients who wonder what to do with nonfunctional outdoor spaces in planned communities such as Talus and The Highlands in Issaquah, where homeowners’

backyards may be only 10 to 20 feet deep. In a space this small, having a lawn or a play area for the kids is not a

realistic option. (Fortunately, developments like these incorporate multiple park areas throughout the development to address this need.) This is the dilemma that Stan and Stefanie Finklestein, who live in Talus, faced. Their backyard was problematic in almost every way. However, they looked at this space with a new set of goals in mind, and decided they wanted:

A large mortar-set stone patio•A gas fire pit and water feature •A planting layout that makes their backyard private•Low maintenance •Low-voltage lighting that brings the backyard to •life after sundown

With the backyard makeover complete, this area is now their favorite room of the house. Stefanie says, “We never wanted to go in the backyard before this makeover, and now we can’t wait to spend as much time out there as possible.” One benefit of a small backyard: This type of transformation can be accomplished at a much lower price.

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As the nation's fi rst Continuing Care Retirement Community to receive Silver certifi cation for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®), the Kirks take comfort in knowing their home was built with environmentally friendly, sustainable materials.

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Kim Gonzalez, a local entrepreneur and Hunter’s Ridge resident, thought the time was right to bring more than 50 established business exhibitors providing immediate self-employment opportunities and home-based business resources together with interested individuals looking for the ability to increase their family income and financial security. The result, the BE FREE Business Expo, co-sponsored by Seattle University’s Albers School of Business and Economics, was held in August at the Meydenbauer Center; it was so successful that Gonzalez is planning a second expo for April 2012.

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O nce, years ago, hardly paved streets crisscrossed this sleepy little community. Smells of

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The influx of new families brought new blood and new direction for Issaquah. The evolution of Issaquah from suburban sanctuary to artist enclave began in earnest just 10 years ago. That’s when


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by Reisha HoltonA lot of fingers paint the canvas of art in Issaquah.

local massage therapist and art lover Michael Johnson and his friend June Sekiguchi, a mixed-media and collage artist, and others fashioned what we know now as the Issaquah Art Walk.

It turns out that artists know other artists who know other artists. As these folks met during early art walks, they wanted to know more about each other and talk about art. “I was bombarded by different artists and artist groups, all with their lists of needs,” Johnson says. “We couldn’t be everything to everybody, so we decided to focus on visual art.” In 2005, Arts Collective Issaquah was formed.


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Although it is still anchored in the original mission statement to promote the collective arts in Issaquah through the teaching, creation and exhibition of art, Arts Collective Issaquah, looks somewhat different these days. Led currently by executive director Karen Abel, the renamed artEAST embraces all aspects of art in Issaquah. “We believe that whether we are viewing an exhibit, learning a new technique, or expressing our creativity, art enriches our lives,” Abel says. Moving recently into the historic, but empty Lewis Hardware Store, at 95 Front St. N., has given the organization 3,200 square feet in which to flourish, with a learning center, an exhibition space, and a community gathering place.

The artEast Art Center exhibits work by 80 local artists, showcasing about 400 pieces of salable art. The in-house studio invites adults and teens to participate in more than 200 classes and workshops. More than 12,000 visitors are expected to wander into the Art Center during this first year, searching for art, education, or affiliation. “We are creative, engaging, inclusive, thought provoking, and fun,” Abel modestly boasts.

Don’t expect to find stiff-necked gentry snootily critiquing the art in the gallery. Issaquah’s art scene is casual and welcoming, come as you are. Step onto the salvaged, squeaky floors of the old hardware store and get lost in a kaleidoscope of colorful glass and shiny jewels. Feel the motion in the swirl of paint on a canvas or the softness of felted wool. Now step back and see the whole canvas: This historic home for art and culture is painting a vibrant picture of Issaquah’s future.

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COMMUNITY

The British Soccer Invasion

N owhere is it building popularity faster than on the lush green soccer fields of

Issaquah and Sammamish. The game the British made so famous on their side of the Pond is now one of the most popular competitive and recreational sports on our side of the Pond. And the Issaquah Soccer Club (ISC) boasts some English soccer royalty of its own.

Two years ago, Jimmy Ball joined the Issaquah Soccer Club to lead the club in a new direction. Until 2009, ISC offered both recreational and select soccer programs. Boasting one of the largest and most successful soccer clubs in the Northwest, and home to more than 300 youth soccer teams, Issaquah was poised for more. And Ball was just the man to provide that extra boost to take youth soccer in Issaquah to the next level. You see, he comes with a soccer pedigree of the highest order from the country that invented the game.

“My family history is ingrained with players, coaches and managers going back as far as my great-grandfather. I seem to

have spent my whole life in changing rooms all around the world,” says Ball.

An English Premier League player himself, Ball grew up under the tutelage of his very famous father, Alan Ball. The elder Mr. Ball played for England 72 times and was on the team that won the World Cup in 1966, when he was named the Man of the Match. During those 72 games, he was on the losing side only eight times. As the son of a British soccer legend, Jimmy Ball could not have more golden credentials, and the opportunity in Issaquah could not be more fitting.

“If you told me two years ago, when I came here, that we would be going from having no Premier program with ISC to being able to compete at the highest levels at regional and state tournaments, I would have said, ‘Big ask!’ ” smiles Ball.

Named the director of coaching for the Issaquah Soccer Club in 2010, Ball was charged with developing Premier teams under the ISC’s umbrella, training them to play at the highest level of competition in the area. With Ball at the helm, not only did the pedigree of

local soccer coaching change, the entire coaching philosophy has been altered as well.

“If we just want to win games, there is no doubt in my mind that we could put winning teams on the field. Our goal, however, is to develop players, not to develop winning teams. Winning will be a product of developing good players,” councils Ball.

While this new approach to soccer coaching and winning may leave some parents gasping, it seems to be working. Ball’s Gunners Premier teams are entering big tournaments, both here and around the Northwest, and bringing home trophies. But Ball isn’t satisfied with

by Diane Laucius

It’s impossible to not notice that soccer, the “world’s game,” is quickly becoming America’s game.


just coaching Issaquah and Sammamish youth soccer today. He also has big ideas for youth soccer on the Eastside for years to come.

“There is an athletic mentality in the United States. I believe that this generation is the beginning of the foundation for the next generation of great soccer players. I want this club to be a case for the development of kids, as well as the game of soccer,” Ball says. “I want to remember that. It is the children of these children that will be the great players.”

Issaquah Soccer Club is dedicated to promoting sportsmanship and the love of soccer. Perhaps, one day, ISC-trained players will appear on the professional soccer stage, maybe even in England, home to soccer royalty. Our community’s lush green fields might be just the beginning.

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September 2 through October 2“Driven to Abstraction”artEAST presents the juried exhibition “Driven to Abstraction,” which opens with an artists’ reception from 6 to 8 p.m. on September 2. The exhibition brings together works by artists who are on similar journeys of personal discovery, and gives a glimpse of their individual processes of self-expression and emotional response. Free. artEAST Art Center and Up Front Gallery, 95 Front St. N., Issaquah; 392-3191. For more information visit arteast.org/2011/07/sep-2011-exhibit.

September 14 through November 20Take Me AmericaVillage Theatre presents Take Me America, a gripping new musical about

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A lively Italian neighborhood place featuring both traditional and modern cuisine. Fresh & locally sourced ingredients, “Neapolitan” style pizza, pasta with a Tuscan flair, juicy steaks & fresh NW seafood.

Great wine list with many “by the glass” selections – both Italian & WA wines.

Private Dining room – seating up to 60, for Birthday or Family celebrations, meetings and Rehearsal dinner parties.

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Issaquah’s only family friendly sports bar offers 16 flat screens to watch all major sporting events, including College Gameday and NFL Sunday ticket.Daily food specials, home-made soups and enjoy breakfast again in September. Catering for any special events available, including off-site.Enjoy eating with family and friends along the banks of Issaquah Creek. Mon-Fri 11am; Sat/Sun open for breakfast.

Captivating CuisinesWhether it’s casual/fine dining, take out/delivery, or happy hour, consider these listed establishments to enjoy your favorite cuisine—within a comfortable short drive from home…

Steak/Seafood

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Northwest steak & s e a f o o d with South American influences.

You’ll find an abundance of savory flavors and mouth-watering meats, plus fresh, local seafood dishes and sweet treats to finish off your meal.

With over 150 wines, 70 whiskies and great food Flat Iron Grill is the perfect place for any occasion. Mon-Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 10am-9pm.

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Sip at the wine bar & restaurant is everything a great wine bar should be. Welcoming. S o p h i s t i c a t e d . Comfortable. Lively. Offering a well balanced American cuisine that spotlights bold flavors, locally sourced seasonal ingredients, & spectacular presentations; passionate & experienced culinary teams; attentive & knowledgeable wait staff. Life’s fast...sip slow. Open Weekdays 5pm; Weekends 4pm

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Fins Bistro 301 Front Street, Issaquah425.392.0109 | finsbistro.net

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Pre-theater dining. Full service bar and extensive wine list. Tues-Fri 11am-9pm, Sat 9am-10pm, Sun 9am-8pm.

Contemporary Mexican Cusine

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the people who seek asylum in the United States and those who bear the responsibility of determining their fate. Inspired by true stories from across the globe, this compelling rock musical explores the humor in our humanity, the power of acceptance, and the delicate balance between caution and compassion. For tickets and information, visit villagetheatre.org.

September 18Cycle the WAVE (Women Against Violence Everywhere), a sponsored, noncompetitive, all-women cycling event, is a venue for women of all ages and fitness levels to experience camaraderie, increase awareness of domestic violence, and offer hope. The event raises funds to support domestic violence programs across Washington state. To register or get more information, visit cyclethewave.org.

September 20Memory Matters!Ruth Sanderson, education director for the Western and Central Washington State Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, is presenting and leading a discussion of lifestyle practices that can increase your chances of keeping your brain healthy and reduce

your risk of memory loss. Includes a brief overview of dementia and the difference between normal age-related memory changes and signs to be concerned about. Free. 6 to 7:30 p.m. Providence Marianwood, 3725 Providence Point Drive SE, Issaquah. RSVP to 391.2895.

September 24 through October 28Sammamish Food DriveThe cities of Sammamish Kirkland, Redmond, Bellevue, Issaquah, Mercer Island, and North Bend are participating in a coordinated food drive for the Mayor’s Month of Concern. Volunteers will hand out fliers and collect food at stores, schools, high school games, homeowner associations, and businesses. All food collected in Sammamish will go to the ARAS Foundation Harvest Festival, the Issaquah Food and Clothing Bank, and other local charities serving families in need. Groups or organizations in Sammamish that would like to join in this citywide effort should contact Mary Trask, 425.868.8448, [email protected].

October 8 and 9Sammamish Arts FairThis annual community event features juried works from outstanding local

artists, family activities, live music, and light refreshments, in a weatherproof venue. Free admission and parking. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sammamish City Hall, 801 228th Ave. SE, Sammamish. For details, visit sammamishartfair.wordpress.com.

October 13 and 14Skyline High School celebrates its 15th anniversary with a community homecoming celebration on Thursday and the traditional parade on Friday. For more information, visit skylinegridiron.com.

October 20Harvesting HopeLife Enrichment Options (LEO) invites the community to attend Harvesting Hope, a fundraising luncheon that will directly support LEO, a community-based nonprofit organization that advocates for and works to support individuals with developmental disabilities. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave. NW, Issaquah. For more information, call 425.274.4003, email [email protected], or go to lifeenrichmentoptions.org.

And she felt really great knowing she’d saved $145.

Jennifer was treated at Overlake’s 24-Hour Urgent Care Clinic in Issaquah. Her totalout-of-pocket cost was $63. If she had gone to a standalone Emergency Room for the same treatment, Jennifer’s out-of-pocket would have been $208.

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