This Texas based group has been engaging audiences with their unique and exciting brand of entertainment for over a decode from New York to Seattle, Las Vegas to Puerto Rico. Whether it be Madison Square Garden or the Venetian Hotel and Casino, Vocal Trash continues to energize all ages with their first class singing, industrial style drumming, comedy antics and award winning break-dancing. “It’s an energy thing” says creator Steve Linder. This may just well be an understatement. Their performance is an astounding display of excellence, synchronization, excitement, precision, and musicianship performed by a superbly conditioned and highly skilled cast. Unlike many shows, it is the entire troupe that makes this seamless ensemble performance such a thrilling and uniquely complete experience. When it comes to diversity, Vocal Trash is, hands down, the ultimate variety show woven with picturesque urban tapestry. See why audiences worldwide are recycling their imagination as Vocal Trash redefines the meaning of high octane entertainment.
60 Years of Last Stand Rodeo
Over half a century, 60 years ago, a group of friends, cowboys at heart, got together and held the first rodeo in Coulee City. It was the Last Stand Rodeo beginnings. That little rodeo continues proudly as a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association rodeo. It’s one of the oldest and smallest, yet kicks off the Columbia Basin River Circuit PRCA season.
Wondering why this rodeo is so special? Imagine sitting in stands only feet away from the action, the safety fence separating you. A bronc bucks wildly; you can even hear his snorts. A bull thrashes mercilessly to throw his cowboy; you feel the ground tremble with his power. A stick horse race for kids or the over 40 crowd; you can enter. Add to that the citizens of the oldest town in Grant County, a community of neighbors and friends dusting off their boots, working hard together, and bringing you one of the best rodeos around, every Memorial Weekend.
Rodeo Queen, Katy Dieringer welcomes you to the 60th year of Last Stand Rodeo. Starting Friday night, May 25, the action packed, hair-raising Bullarama at 6:30 p.m. pits cowboys against beasts weighing up to 2000 pounds. Add the wild and wooly action of Mutton Bustin’ for children ages 3 to 8 years old, 60 pounds and under, and you have an evening of fun and entertainment.
Rodeo action continues both Saturday and Sunday, May 26 & 27, at 2 p.m. with more bull riding, bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping and the great entertainment of famous rodeo clown, Kevin Higley with bullfighters Danny Newman and Donnie Griggs.
The Last Stand Rodeo attracts many of the top cowboys in the PRCA. In past years, world champs like Allen Bach, Dan Mortenson, Brad Goodrich, Ross Coleman, Clint Corey, Paul Rice, Jr., Myron Duarte, Mike Beers, Bobby Mote, Billy Etbauer and many others have added their presence to this entertaining and tough rodeo. Up and comers of the PRCA are seen here first each year at the historic Ted Rice Rodeo Arena. The Big Bend & Flying 5 Rodeo Company, a top rough stock company in the United States, provides the rodeo stock.
On Saturday morning the community adds a cowboy breakfast, Cow Pie Jog, and Last Stand Parade, all you can become a part of. A traditional Cowboy Breakfast starts at 7 a.m. at the Old Coulee City School next to the rodeo grounds. It’s always a delicious and friendly way to start off a rodeo weekend, plus it supports the local St. Andrews Grange – a great group of folks.
At 8 a.m. Saturday, the gun sounds for the start of the 26th Annual Cow Pie Jog, also at the Old School grounds. It’s 5K of jogging and watching your step! It is a “cow pie” jog after all! If you’d like to be a part of this jog, contact Dawn at 509.977.1177 or visit www.couleecity.com for a printable entry form. And then just remember to mind your manures.
The parade at 11 a.m. is packed with fire trucks, veterans of all ages, kids, farm implements, even entire families participating and there is always room for more. It’s as easy as showing up (and of course filling out the entry forms – printable version available on www.couleecity.com or call Stacey 509.977.1216).
A taste of Americana, the Last Stand Rodeo, great weather, spectacular scenery and exciting atmosphere promise to provide a great weekend of action packed entertainment for the whole family. Don’t miss this chance to be up close and personal with the cowboys AND the rough stock.
Come on down to Coulee City Memorial Weekend, May 25, 26 and 27 for great rodeo action! ACTION SO CLOSE YOU MAY GET A LITTLE DIRTY! www.laststandrodeo.com.
Stand Up For The Cure
Raising money to help the fight against cancer
VM: What is Stand Up for the Cure?
Bob: Stand UP Paddle for the Cure is a fairly new event as Stand Up Paddle is a new sport here on the mainland. SUP for the Cure is a 10K course in the Newport Beach Harbor where well over 300 paddlers are attending. It’s an event to raise awareness of breast cancer, raise funds in support of the OC Affiliate of the Susan G Komen for the Cure all while having a blast out on the water. For every $125.00 raised potentially saves a life by enabling a mammogram to those that cannot afford one. Early detection is a key in fighting this horrible disease.
VM: Is this your first time participating in SUP for the Cure?
Bob: Yes, but it will not be my last. I look forward to attending this event with my sister. Who knows maybe someday we could have a SUP for the Cure here on Moses Lake waters. It feels good to be able to participate in something that can truly make a difference in people lives.
VM: Who are you paddling for?
Bob: We all know too well that cancer shows no preference and unfortunately every single person will be affected by this horrible disease at some point in their life directly or indirectly. I am paddling in honor of loved ones who fought with all they had and lost. I am paddling to celebrate with friends that have won their battle and are cancer free today. I am paddling to join the fight of friends who are in the midst of this today. I paddle to help find a cure so no one else has to fight this battle.
VM: How long do you think it will take you to complete this 10k course?
Bob: Usually when I paddle I am in ‘go mode’ music on, busting it out and breaking a sweat. But this is a different kind of paddle. I will be reflecting back and looking forward. I will paddle in honor of my mother Cynthia who fought this horrible disease during an era where it was not spoken of and had to be kept a secret. She fought this cancer head on with all that she could until the age of 33 where she lost her battle. I will paddle in honor of my Uncle Bruce, Uncle Ladd and friend Larry Brice and many others while reflecting on all the great memories. I will paddle, rejoice and celebrate with all my friends and family who have won this battle. I will also be praying for those and their families who are in the fight for their lives. I am paddling for a cure.
VM: How can others join in the fight?
Bob: You can go to http://www.active.com/donate/standup-for-the-cure/RJohnso1009. Or visit Gone SUP’n on Facebook and click on the link. Any donation no matter how small can make a big difference.
The Art of Window Treatments
by Silver Sage Design Studio
Windows are our eyes to the world, a source of natural light, and the architectural accoutrements within our homes walls. This being said window coverings these days can be like the jewelry for those windows. Window treatments are not only beautiful, but functional as well. They filter light, offer privacy, and like any finishing touch, help pull together the look of a room. Custom window treatments offer the freedom to design around existing upholstery and can be as dramatic or simple as you like. Well designed window coverings are specific to particular situations and play a critical role in transforming mere rooms into unified, warm and welcoming homes.You may choose to match your woodwork and cabinetry, blend with your walls or accent your furnishings. De-signers often create a first impression of cohesive beauty by using the same treatments on all windows facing the street. Remember to look how your treatments will be perceived from the outside as well as the inside. Below we will try to simplify the options available today. Hard coverings refer to shades and blinds that are used for privacy, light control and protection from the elements of weather, such as heat loss. Once limited to a handful of generic options, hard coverings today can easily stand on their own as decorative elements.
ROMAN SHADES AND WOVEN WOODS: roman shades amplify simple elegance. You may have them made with fabric or natural elements as bamboo, wood reeds, bark, grasses and jute that is hand woven. The result is an artistic fusion of textures with a modern yet ancient appeal in varying color hues, textures and grains. Natural shades fit with any surrounding and work in harmony with contemporary and casual environments as well as traditional settings.
WOOD BLINDS: there are many options nowadays, from multiple stain and paint finishes,including antiquing and distressing with a variety of slat widths. SHUTTERS: like wood blinds shutters offer a classic look in painted and wood finishes.Shutters tend to be more expensive, but they are a solid investment. Many window treatment styles come and go, but shutters are trend resistant and lend themselves to traditional, rustic or country looks and add architectural interest.
ROLLER SHADES: simple roller shade provide moderate privacy with no frills. Newer on the market are attractive natural fiber roller shades with oganic weaves and colors. These look best in casual and relaxed settings and function best in areas where privacy is not a concern and filtering light throughout the day is an asset. (Designer tip: add beads, cording or trim on the bottom of your shades to add a custom look to match your room)
Next in the layering process is soft coverings. Many of these options can be used in combination with the above or stand on their own.
DRAPERIES: there are no window treatments more classic than draperies. Draperies bring a wonderful sense of luxury, warmth and individuality to a room, making an appealing room even more irresistible. Draperies provide excellent insulation, privacy and light control, or can be used to soften the sides of the above hard treatments. Stationary panels can be used alone to add texture and color or to make windows appear larger and more dramatic. (designer tip: install drapery rod 18 inches beyond the sides of your windows to give a larger look and to frame your view)
VALANCE OR CORNICE BOARD: a valance is a soft treatment that covers only the top of the window. Cornices are typically hard box like structures that are built and then upholstered for the top of a window, giving a tailored look.
With all the choices out there making an educated decision on the use as well as the design can be overwhelming. Consult a local window treatment workroom to go over the options avail-able today to create both continuity and individuality in your home.
Introducing a new amazing product just for you…
by Diva for a Day...Spa
Rodan + Fields Dermatologists, the creators of Proactiv Solution, released a breakthrough new technology in skincare – the revolutionary Anti-Age AMP MD Micro-Needle Roller. Designed to enhance the absorption of the Rodan + Fields Anti-Age Night Renewing Serum, the micro-needle roller actually stimulates collagen and elastin on its own. It is amazing.
This innovative roller tool uses surgical grade stainless steel acupuncture-type needles in the fight against aging. The tool resembles a tiny paint roller and is designed to be used on the skin in a specific pattern so as to create micro punctures in the top layer, making it more receptive to the ingredients in the accompanying Rodan + Fields serum and overnight cream. Both are applied after the skin has received some rolling action.
The AMP MD system is an anti-aging regimen for wrinkles, pores and loss of firmness.
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Some steps to help you identify & change your relationship with food…
by Kelly Kane, CPSGT
- First, write down your current reality…where you are right now in your body and mind. Then look ahead to where you want to be in your body and mind…more energy, eating healthy, feeling great? Write it down.
- Examine and challenge your basic beliefs about foods that are holding you back from getting down to your desired weight and health.
- Redefine yourself as someone who eats healthy and exercises regularly. Imagine a “new you” and begin to “be” that person.
- Stop using foods for non-nutrient purposes and learn other ways to cope with stress.
- Allow yourself to grieve over the loss of your unhealthy eating habits and then let it go!
- Eat only at planned meal times and planned snack times.
- Don’t focus on the scale and start focusing on healthy behavior and lifestyle.
- Let go of the “I wish I were thinner” comments and work to make you the best you can be. No comparing allowed!
- Take advantage of the support from your Take Shape For Life program (health coach, online daily tips and tools, weekly conference calls)
- Write down your goals for where you want to be in 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year. Keep a daily journal … and get busy!
We will all be 6 months older 6 months from now – will you be living the “new you” life you have just imagined?
Are you feeling overweight, tired, or simply unhealthy?
Eric Haeger, MD Board Certified Sleep Medicine
Have you tried to lose weight and failed?
You are not alone. Millions of Americans are caught in an obesigenic world that is plagued with fast food options around every corner, poor eating habits, a general lack of activity, high stress environments, insufficient sleep, and a “sick-care” health system. In this unsupportive environment, it is no wonder that two-thirds of adult Americans are overweight, and the predicted health of future generations is even more uncertain.
We are excited to announce that at Central Washington Sleep Diagnostic Center Sleep Labs in Wenatchee, Moses Lake and Brewster, we are now offering a simple solution: high-quality, medically formulated meal replacements combined with free coaching support to help you lose weight and keep it off. It is not a diet, but a two-phased approach for weight loss and maintenance.
In the first phase, you will use portion-controlled meal replacements to lose up to two to five pounds a week, without surgery or medications. You will also be assigned a Health Coach. Your Health Coach is a free resource that will guide you through the program and provide on-going personal coaching. Your Health Coach will help you build up the knowledge, skills, and support you need to realize health and help keep you focused on your long-term goals and dreams.
Once you achieve your desired weight loss, you will transition into the Maintenance plan, which will allow you to put your healthy habits to work to support lasting weight maintenance. Small actions, such as building exercise into your day and eating breakfast, add up to make a significant impact on your overall health. Throughout this process, your Health Coach will serve as your mentor, educator, coach, and friend.
Before you know it, friends, family, colleagues, and your primary care doctor will want to know your secret to looking and feeling good. There is no greater feeling than when we introduce optimal health into our paitents and clients lives, we find out that, due to weight loss, they have reduced certain weight-related medications or discover the new aspects of life that he or she can now more fully experience.
This is a safe, effective, and non-intrusive option for weight loss and long-term health.
Are you ready to choose health? Call us today to set up an appointment with your Health Coach at 509-663-1578 .
Can diet affect acne?
Wendy Nickell, Certified Nutrition Practitioner, Licensed Massage Practitioner
For years doctors have proclaimed that diet has nothing to do with acne. Scientific studies have demonstrated that the diet is very important, because what we eat can affect the hormones that contribute to the oil production and inflammation that cause acne. The acne-promoting dietary factors that have been most extensively studied are dairy products and high glycemic load foods – these factors influence hormonal (increase IGF-1 levels) and inflammatory factors increasing acne.
A three-year prospective study of 9-15 year old girls found a 20% increase in acne prevalence in girls that had 2 or more servings of milk per day compared to less than 1 per week. This association held true for total, whole, low fat, and skim milk. The same researchers found a similar association in boys who drank skim milk (milk highest in protein). Furthermore, in the Nurses’ Health Study, dairy products eaten during high school were associated with acne during women’s teenage years.
Glycemic load (GL) is a measure of the effect of a certain food on blood glucose levels. High-GL foods like refined carbohydrates produce dangerous spikes in blood glucose, leading to excessive insulin levels in the blood (hyperinsulinemia), which contribute to diabetes, heart disease, and several cancers. Hyperinsulinemia not only promotes inflammation but also raises IGF-1 levels, further contributing to acne. A low glycemic load diet has been shown to improve acne symptoms, and decrease IGF-1 and skin oil production in several studies.
Blood levels of zinc, carotenoids, and Vitamin E are known to be lower in acne patients compared to those without acne, suggesting that maintaining micronutrient adequacy may help to prevent acne. Carotenoids are abundant in green and orange vegetables, and vitamin E is abundant in nuts and seeds. Although pumpkin seeds and hemp seeds are rich in zinc, zinc absorption efficiency may be low on a plant-based diet, so a Whole Food Multivitamin and mineral supplement is recommended to assure optimal levels of zinc, iodine, Vitamin D and B12, which so many of us are lacking.
Farmers Markets A Grant County Tradition
by Jim Baird
The roots of farming in Grant County grow long and deep. From the very first pioneer settlers who arrived in the late 1800’s to the Quincy Valley and other loamy pockets across the great plateau of the Columbia Basin, we live on a landscape that yields to the work of the farmer.
A drive just about anywhere across Grant County in the spring reveals work done by the farmer. Wide sweeping expanse of tilled fields sprouting a patina of green that over ensuing months reaches knee-high and beyond. Nestled between this patchwork quilt of a mostly-green landscape are the small farmers, gardeners and those who grow food locally for family and friends, and the ever-popular farmers markets. Moses Lake and Ephrata both have abundant and colorful farmers markets where fresh food and vegetables, crafts and the talents of local musicians are enjoyed.
Farmers markets are a phenomenon. They continue to grow in number, sales volume and length of season. Across the state of Washington, from east-to-west, farmers markets incubate new businesses. They bring together farmers from both large and small operations with the customers who buy and eat the food they grow. Farmers strive to offer the highest-quality products and customers are known to share the ‘word’ about a particular stand at the market where the tomatoes, corn, or melon is delicious, or unequaled, or just right.
There are economic benefits to shopping at farmers markets. Mirroring our past, present and future, Grant County has sustained itself by growing food for others. While most of the farmers in the county sustain the larger economy with food sold across the planet, there are still family farmers in the county whose passion is to grow food for local consumption. These farmers play a role in growing and sustaining a vibrant local economy, and frequently are the only face that urbanites can place on actual farmers.
Research has found that 20 percent of our food dollars to local farmers more than doubles the dollars circulating among local businesses. Community linkages are strengthened, creating a healthier, more diverse and resilient economy. If there is one very important benefit that farmers markets brings to our county and our communities, it is the role these markets play in providing opportunities for people to shop locally.
Knowing where your food comes from and how it is grown can help you choose healthy, nutritious food for your family. This is the way it was for the early pioneers whose examples could pave the way for a more sustainable food source for the future.
Old Hotel Art Gallery: Featured Artist for April is Cyberart509
For the month of April, The Old Hotel Art Gallery is featuring an art club from the tri-cities, called Cyberart509. This artist group formed by way of the internet and area code, are a group of very talented artists that have come together collectively to show their talents. The participating artists are as follows: Greg Ashby (Sci-Fi Artist that just painted a mural of a ghost in one of the windows at The Old Hotel), Patricia and Pat Fleming(Pat has had his art displayed at The Old Hotel for many years and continues to teach art classes), Margo Fox, Fred Fraser, Deb Kasparek, Julie Kerr, Jeremy Mahaffey, Delia Morgan and Ede Johnson. The styles, media, subject matter and design are all different well worth coming to see. It is going to prove to be a bang up good show for the spring.
