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July / August 2012

garden to table

diningright in town

go shopping at

swedish

bike, hikekayak &more

better thanbroadway: the village theatre

take a hikein the issaquah alps

world famouschocolateat boehms

discoverour community

the buzzabout bees

your definitive guide to the area

contents

departments

6shopping

The shops at Swedish

8sip restaurant

Garden-to-table

freshness

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business

Investment, death

and taxes

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cycle the wave

Charity never felt so fit

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calendar of events

Make the most of

your summer

sections

2 publisher’s note

5 contributors

i s s a q u a h s a m m a m i s h . c o m your community lifestyle magazine July / August 2012

features

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A new adventure in Sammamish

16the buzz around town

Preserving our nation’s crops

19visitor’s guide

Your comprehensive source

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Sammamish. Including:

20. Treasures of our town

22. Historic Downtown

24. Poo Poo Point

26. Travel medicine

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with the vfr (visiting friends and relatives) season upon us, issaquah and sammamish are bracing themselves for the summer influx. while many residents may be heading to foreign shores, the three local hotels will host approximately 13,000 overnight visitors a month from June through september. that’s why we at issaquah+sammamish are offering this comprehensive guide to the area. you’ll discover there really is something for everyone in this lush eden we call home.

the greater issaquah area has slowly changed from a rural farming and coal- mining hamlet to a vibrant community, and it’s easy to take everything around us for granted. the mountains, the waterfalls, the lakes—all create a stunning natural backdrop for the man-made attractions, such as the zoo, the historic downtown area, the wide variety of restaurants and the world-class confections at boehm’s.

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Thursday July 26th, 5:30-8:30at Boehm’s Candies

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contributors ❉

susan h. lawrence, cima®, senior vice president-investment officer of lawrence investment group of wells fargo advisors, has more than 20 years of experience providing financial services. she focuses on investment policy, portfolio construction, money manage-ment, risk management, and legacy planning. a native of the puget sound area, she lives with her husband and four children in issaquah.

jane garrison has lived in issaquah since the early 1980s. she worked as a landscape architect for nearly 25 years where she got to know the old architecture of downtown. in 1992, she developed a walking tour to showcase the simple, old buildings that still survive.

reisha holton, a sammamish resident since 1984, teaches writing skills and loves to write about outdoor adventures.


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swe dish thinks out of the boxif you haven’t had the opportunity to visit swedish hospital in the issaquah highlands for their excellent health care, it’s time to make an unsched-uled stop to this issaquah campus. entering the build-ing, you’ll find yourself

wondering: ”is this really a hospital, or is it a hotel?” on your left you’ll pass the con-cierge desk in the expansive lobby. comfortable seating accompanies the starbucks in the center of the lobby, and café 1910 is on your right. the biggest surprise

will be the distinctive shop-ping that awaits you. at lily and pearl, each display table has an ever-rotating theme to entice the shopper with inventory that is always changing. find a wedding present, exquisite tableware, handbags, jewelry and more

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or new-mother necessities can be found at comfort & Joy and perhaps some new workout gear or body care products from be well. the professional and compassionate staff in each store will help you to find the perfect gift for a friend or for yourself! all of the stores are non-profit, with all proceeds going to swedish hospital. ❖

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tasty outlook is in the cards at the issaquah highlands community garden. this is where lane scelzi, owner of sip restaurant, has planted a new organic garden to grow produce to be used in many of the popular dishes he offers. scelzi is a huge proponent of foods that are organic and f resh, and his commit-ment to live a cleaner, healthier existence in an earth-friendly way is ref lected in his restaurant’s menus. a mong the many delights on offer are gluten-f ree, hear t -healthy foods. according to the ow ner, “recent s t ud ies have show n that chemical-free, organic gardening allows us to eat healthier, feel better and leave a smaller footprint on our environment. it also provides for intense, realistic f lavors in foods, as well as a higher vitamin and mineral content.”

executive chef christopher brown personally selected his favorite

vegetables, herbs and edible flowers, so guests can expect super-fresh specials throughout the summer. “this garden-to-table freshness makes a huge taste difference,” says brown. “our harvests will supplement the other locally sourced produce we use in our dishes, adding fresh and distinct flavors that inspire creativity in our kitchen and healthy menu choices for our guests. organic vegetables just taste better, and are bigger, juicier and healthier.” it all sounds delicious and forward thinking, and it is.

in fact, brown’s spring menu was 65 percent gluten free. the

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ext year the bush tax cuts—the lower tax rates that have been in effect for the past decade—are scheduled to expire. on top of this, to help finance health care, congress approved a new tax on investment income to take effect in 2013. beginning next year, if you

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e at issaquah+sammamish strive with due diligence to be an influence for good within our community. in doing so, we find ourselves high- lighting those aspects of our region which we treasure. we focus on the positives and invite all to bask in the splendor of a healthy regard for our neighborhoods.

we are also conscious of the efforts of those around us to preserve and protect the safety and security which we enjoy. those at the wave founda-tion are inviting citizens to be proactive in efforts to fight back against the ever increasing plague of domestic violence.

executive director, sharon anderson, believes that “healthy communities start at home.” domestic violence is often considered a vicious cycle and can remain hidden from view in the ‘comfort’ of a home.

the wave foundation is working tirelessly to inspire hope and raise awareness. they are confident that by doing so, they can break the cycle of domestic violence and make a difference in our community.

each september, the wave foundation hosts cycle the wave, an all women’s cycling experience that invites women of all ages and fitness levels to come together to raise funds and awareness for domestic violence programs in washington. the event was created by women who are passionate about cycling, friendship, fitness and the desire to make a difference.

this ride has something for every-one: 12, 25, 42 and 62-mile routes. the first ride in 2008 saw some 233 riders take part and by 2011, participation had grown to 1,115.

according to anderson, cycle the wave is on a mission to “inspire fitness, increase awareness, instill hope and impact domestic violence” across washington state.

to date, 100% of net proceeds totaling more than $250,000 have been donated to programs serving victims of domestic violence.

we invite all the women in our community—your mother, sister, daughter and friends—to join the wave foundation on september 16th this year, as they kick-off the fifth annual ride celebrating women against violence everywhere in issaquah. for more information, tools for registration and fundraising please visit cyclethewave.org. ❖

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tricks, trails and training wheels— there’s something for everyone at duthie hill.

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ing county’s duthie hill park has gained quite a reputation for adventure since its opening in 2010. born of a beautiful relationship between king county and the evergreen mountain bike alliance—a nonprofit organization that provided more than 12,000 volunteer hours to help complete the park- the newly completed addition to the sammamish plateau has become

a favorite of both locals and visitors alike.the park features more than 6 miles of cross-country bike trails,

2 miles of free-ride trail with jumps and built features, a central clearing with a shelter, a kids’ biking area, opportunities for skill building and much more within its 130 acre span.

the popularity of the park has been somewhat of a surprise, surpassing many expectations for the area. in fact, it was so popular that it opened in 2010 after just ‘phase-one’ construction had been completed. the unfinished project has since attracted over 100,000 visitors per year to its woodland trails. popularity is set to further increase due to the park’s completion in June of this year.

“we are thrilled with how well-loved the park has become,” said a delighted evergreen executive director glenn glover. “it is now a nationally known mountain-biking destination that serves as a model for communities across the country. equally important for area riders, duthie serves as a hub for the entire mountain-biking community and is a wonderful place for families to introduce kids to biking, and to ride together in a beautiful wooded setting.”

beautiful is most certainly the word. set amongst the douglas firs and western hemlock, infused with the fresh scent unique to the northwest, one gets the sense that the park will only improve as it matures and nature leaves her mark. the free-ride trail is challeng-ing enough to satisfy the most avid of riders, while the more serene terrain elsewhere caters to a rather more gentile family adventure.

the park is heralded as being built by riders, for riders. rave reviews have rated the park as a new must-ride destination for mountain-bike enthusiasts. the park is far more than just a local attraction, with riders coming from all over the country to test their skills on the skinnies. if that last reference left you scratching your head, don’t worry: the park includes a practice facility where tricks, techniques and jargon can all be learned.

whether you’re an adventurous local or a curious guest, duthie hill park is sure not to disappoint. for more information on moun-tain-biking festivals, classes, activities and upcoming events at the park and elsewhere, visit evergreenmtb.org. ❖

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ccolony collapse disorder—the term used to describe the strange disappear-ance of bees f rom their h ives en masse—is thought to be putting many of the nation’s favorite crops at risk. fruits and vegetables such as apples, olives, pumpkins and strawberries are among those listed as being at risk.

if this doesn’t send shivers down your spine and you never did learn to eat your greens as a child, consider this: if the current trend continues, then the united states alone stands to lose some $15 billion worth of pro-duce. such is the magnitude of the potential loss, that the u.s. department of agriculture has allotted $20 million for research into the mass exodus alone.

according to the natural resources defense counci l (nrdc), the disorder can be attributed to a number of fac-tors, “ i nc lud i ng pes t ic ide exposure, invasive parasit ic mites, an inadequate food sup-ply and a new virus that targets bees’ immune systems.” after extensive re-search and a num-ber of failed attempts to combat the problem, the nrdc has sim-ply concluded, “if we don’t act now to save the honey bee, it might be too late.”

leading the way in the effort to pre-serve the ‘serial pollinators’ is non-other than the salish lodge & spa. the lodge, sitting atop the magnificent snoqualmie falls, is making a concerted effort to combat the problem and, in turn, pre-serve the famed honey which epitomizes the lodge’s ethos of celebrating that which is locally produced while main-taining unrivalled quality.

rod lapasin, the current general man-ager at the lodge, outlines the project in this way: “in the past year, the salish team has learned a great deal about hon-eybees and the crucial role they play in our ecosystem. it was in this spirit that we decided to double the hives, plant the gardens and maintain the apiary as a

protected habitat for these important agents. the fact that we can provide sig-nature salish honey to our guests while also taking positive steps for the environ-ment is really exciting.”

while those at the salish lodge & spa are not the only ones in the area to attempt to combat the problem, they are making the biggest impact. in fact, as of this summer there are over 1 million bees housed in their apiary. this is a massive step in the right direction. the newly planted garden, located just feet from the apiary, serves as a reminder that every little bit helps. the garden itself will be used to provide many of the

vegetables and herbs used in the restaurant’s well-known dishes. on a recent tour of the project, lapasin spoke pas-sionately about the need to celebrate the potential of the pacific north-west. utilizing local produce and materials, the lodge certainly captures the essence of our region.

while we all may not be able to house an apiary in our back-yard, we can all take steps to celebrate our communities and local assets as much as possi-

ble. doing so may just reignite a love affair with the unique and irreplaceable beauty of the northwest.

one way to recapture this spirit may be to sample the s ig nat ure cou ntr y breakfast served in the four diamond award-winning restaurant at the lodge, a meal where salish honey is poured from ‘on high’ for a truly spectacular way to start the day.

the bees, however, provide much more than this. so the next time you bite into one of the many fruits and vegetables we so enjoy, spare a thought for the bees. you may find yourself enjoying your meal just a little bit more. for more infor-mation on projects currently under way at salish lodge & spa, or to learn more about colony col lapse disorder, v isit salishlodge.com or nrdc.org. ❖

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we at issaquah+sammamish are incredibly proud of our region.

the combination of natural beauty and man-made aspirations makes our

pocket of the pacific northwest unique. the rich history of our towns and the

community spirit that dwells therein, help the landscape to sit long in the

hearts and minds of residents and visitors alike. it is for these reasons and

more, we have chosen to present this visitor’s guide. we hope that all new

and returning visitors to the area may be captivated by the essence of the

northwest; we hope residents may find new treasures to explore and all may

be enthralled by the unique and inspiring features of issaquah and sammamish.

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views of mt. rainier

one of the most humbling experiences available in issaquah is to stand in awe of the grand stature of washington’s most famous peak. mt. rainier can be viewed from various points throughout the area with staggering clarity. we suggest the view is best enjoyed from the lofty heights of poo poo point. see page 24 for more information. myparksan-drecreation.com

pickering barn

a hub of activities featuring festivals, trade shows and celebrations, this quaint meeting place has been at the center of the issaquah social scene for years. a favorite amongst business owners for conferences, this diverse property provides a historical setting and ideal facilities. updated regularly and housing a beautiful garden, this issaquah favorite is most certainly worth a visit. ci.issaquah.wa.us

issaquah alps

heavily featured in these very pages, no one need tell you how highly we value the unrivalled beauty of these cascade foothills. winding

trails and stunning vistas are all on offer just minutes from the bustle of suburbia. trails cater to the adventur-ous hiker and the leisurely rambler alike. for a truly authentic northwest experi-ence, there really is no better location. issaqua-halps.org

issaquah creek trail

now known as the issaquah-preston trail, this picturesque byway links our home in issaquah and the town of preston. the trail features a newer section between high point and se high point way which is embedded with hard-packed gravel. the trail intersects the southern terminus of the e. lake sammamish trail at i-90. the most convenient place to begin is at pickering farm in issaquah, which has a paved city path leading to the actual start of the issaquah-preston trail. traillink.com

village theatre

the acclaimed regional theatre employs top pacific northwest artists, and has work-shopped such shows as the tony-award winning musical next to normal. combining an incredible mix of local interest projects

and broadway classics, this issaquah theatre has established itself as a treasure of the arts and theatre scene in the region. villagetheatre.org

snoqualmie falls

snoqualmie falls is a 268 ft (82 m) waterfall on the snoqualmie river between snoqualmie and fall city. it is one of washington’s most popular scenic attractions, but is perhaps best known internationally for its appearance in the cult television series twin peaks. more than 1.5 million visitors come to the falls every year, where there is a two acre (8,000 m²) park, an observation deck, and a gift shop. the majesty of the falls never fails to leave tourists and locals standing in awe of the power of nature. snoqualmiefalls.com

salmon hatchery

the issaquah hatchery was constructed in 1936. the

hatchery was established to restore the historic salmon runs that once thrived in issaquah creek but had been destroyed by logging, coal mining and other activities in the issaquah creek basin. now each year the hatchery, which is owned and oper-ated by the washington state department of fish and wildlife (wdfw), serves as the epicenter for issaquah salmon days. with many of the area’s salmon captured within the hatch-ery for counting, this makes for an interesting and educational experience. issaquahfish.org

historic railroad

depot and museum

originally incorporated to the town of gilman in 1892, issaquah was a center of coal mining activity in the late 19th century. the seattle, lake shore and eastern railway constructed a modest queen anne-style depot building in 1889. now operated by the issaquah historical society, the depot has been restored to its original grandeur. a steam engine in front of the depot showcases the history of logging in the area. discoverissaquah.com/issaquah-historic-attractions ❖

lake sammamish

state park

lake sammamish state park is a 512-acre day-use park with 6,858 feet of beautiful waterfront on lake sammamish. the lake itself is perfect for water-sports and real moments of seren-ity. the park provides deciduous forest and wetland vegetation for the enjoyment of visitors. a salmon-bearing creek and a great-blue-heron rookery make this state park a wonderful place to experience. parks.wa.gov

salmon days

the issaquah salmon days is a two-day award-winning festival, held from 10am to 6pm on both saturday and sunday of the first full weekend of october. it is initiated by a parade, celebrating the return of the salmon to their birth-waters. this free festival showcases over 270 arts and crafts artisans, attracting many northwest artists. these artisans feature wood, glass, jewelry, paintings, pottery and metal artworks for sale. there are

five event stages, including cover bands, a kids’ stage and a dedicated bluegrass stage. salmondays.org

boehms candy store

the famed candy factory with chocolates “as high as the alps in quality” offers over 150 chocolate confec-tions, produced by master candy makers. the factory-store produces everything from american favorites like caramels, english toffee and peanut brittle, to european specialties like mozart

kugeln, chocolate marzipan, and brandied cordial cherries. visit today for a delicious taste of issaquah. boehmscandies.com

treasures of our town

while this issue focuses on many of the wonderful features of our community,

we can’t include everything worthy of note. aging and new, adventurous

and serene—here are a few of our favorites. the treasures of our town. ☛

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issaquah’s cherished relics


For more information on these buildings and others, go to issaquahhistory.org

two contrasting ideologies stand out in issaquah’s history: early settlement and the highway culture. by Jane garrison

1 Alexander Resort 1902 7 Oddfellows Hall 1888

10 Salmon hatchery 1956

11 Mason Lodge 1919

2 Triple XXX 1968

3 Boehms candies 1956

4 Hallstone feed store 1900

5 The village theatre 1913

6 The Bank of Issaquah 1910

Declared an Issaquah City Treasure, the Cougar Mountain Zoo is nestled on the north slope of

Cougar Mountain overlooking Lake Sammamish, minutes from downtown Issaquah and Sammamish.

The Zoo offers visitors a very personal and up close look into the mysteries and beauty of the natural

world. Home to an exciting collection of bird and mammal species, the Zoo specializes in educating

the public about threatened, endangered and unique animals. Come, say hello and become part of an

unforgettable experience at YOUR Cougar Mountain Zoo, celebrating 40 years of learning,

conservation and wild fun.

Visit us at www.cougarmountainzoo.org www.facebook.com/cougarmountainzoo

Cougar Mountain zoo

19525 SE 54th StrEEt

iSSaquah 98027 425.392.6278

Over 1000 Pounds of Molten Chocolate . . . Exciting Family Experience . . . Nestled in the Trees . . .

Hands on Classes . . . Factory Tours . . . Get Married . . . Free Tastes . . . Swiss Charm . . .

Does such a place really exist?

Right in Issaquah’s backyard since 1956!

Come visit us and mention this ad for a complimentary box or ice cream bar

BoehmsCandies.com

255 NE GilmaN Blvd

issaquah 98027 425.392.6652

Pelage Spa and Skin Centre, is a locally owned full service medical spa for men and women.

Open 7 days a week, offering a full range of services and treatments.

Whether you are looking for results oriented, Medically Supervised Programs for Anti-Aging-Weight

Loss and Bio-identical Hormones or Relaxation and Rejuvenation, Pelage is the one stop spa for you.

Mention this ad and Receive 15% off your first visit • www.pelagecenter.com

317 NW GilmaN Blvd #16

issaquah 98027 425.837.8710

Adventure Kids Playcare is a unique drop-in child care & entertainment center for kids ages

6 weeks to 12 years old. Your kids can play, explore, and learn while in our safe and secure

environment. We are locally owned and operated, all of our staff are CPR and First Aid Certified

and have passed a criminal background check. Our goal is to offer no less than what we would

expect for our own children!

[email protected]

775 NW GilmaN Blvd, Suite c-3

iSSaquah 98027 425.391.5358

the early settlers grew hops, milled timber and mined coal to sell in seattle. they built houses, churches, taverns, social halls, schools, businesses and civic buildings to accommodate all aspects of civil life. their structures were built with hand-hewn local materials. their

passion and their blood are in them. some of these early buildings still stand, and their aura pervades the entire community, giving issaquah a unique presence in residents’ hearts and minds today. big change came in 1940 with the opening of the first floating bridge across lake

washington. issaquah went from being a farm commu-nity to a suburb of seattle. highway 10, now gilman boulevard, was built as part of a direct link over the cascades. big signs, bright colors and theme styles dominated architecture to attract motorists to the new businesses along the

highway. standout struc-tures from that era include the triple XXX and boehm’s candies. we can still experience both the passion of those early issaquah settlers and the zany excitement of the car culture by just walking through the old sections of our town. ❖ il

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trails, tails, andpoo poo point


it takes me two attempts to get most things right. my sat score, my first mar-riage, my first pot roast. i am the poster child of second chances. so when i set out to climb tiger mountain to poo poo point, my pattern was on repeat.

most locals have heard of poo poo point. it’s the trail

name that tickles a tod-dler’s tongue. it’s the trail that tests issaquah’s trademark hang gliders. it’s the trail name that has two histories behind its name. one story is based on the railroad system that used to run trains from seattle to gilman and out to north bend. when train whistles

drifted through the forests up to the highest point on the trail, the onomato-poetic “poo poo” replaced choo choo. however, this here town has logging roots and that’s where others rest their case. loggers used a powerful winch called a steam donkey to move logs to a loading location. the winch worked with a steam whistle and the pitch echoed “poo poo”. you take your pick of the tales.

the most direct route up to poo poo point is called the chirico trail and is named for the seattle paragliding owner, marc chirico. the steep, almost two mile trail took three years and a lot of hands to build, but is single hand-edly maintained by mike mckillop today. you may see him bent over the trail that starts at the landing field off issaquah-hobart road. this trail, a single track staircase of rocks and hard packed dirt, winds upward in a series of switchbacks. but don’t let the steepness scare you. i often see a toddler teeter-ing up the trail in sneakers, a few steps ahead of a panting parent.

this route offers challeng-ing terrain, a creek feature most of the year, and a birch lined meadow. rambling, you’ll reach the south launch, a wide open meadow, perfect for picnics or napping. if you’re game, continue across the meadow to the north launch. fast hikers can make it to the top in 30-45

minutes, but hiking is not a race. take your time and take plenty of water and an extra layer.

the chirico trail is my go-to, no-brainer training hike. but, i needed all my smarts to ace poo poo point from issaquah high school. here are the sparknotes: get yourself to the back of the school. you can park where you want, but put yourself parallel to the football field. when you reach the bleachers, the ones closest to the high school, look away from the football field and you’ll see a narrow trail cut through the trees. this is the high school trail. you’ll end up on a wide service road. stay straight until you come to a junction that leads to the poo poo point trail. there’s one more unmarked junction—stay to the right—and 100 yards further, you’ll see the sign that sends you to the official start of the hike.

this route is 4.2 miles to the top. the terrain: dusty, rock and gravel, with soft- packed rotten tree bark. shaded cedars keep you cool on a hot day and less wet if the weather turns. you’ll reach a higher elevation on this route: 1,900 feet. there’s a serviceable restroom on the left that lets you know you’ve made it: the north launch.

with a sense of overt satisfaction, doubling back the 4.2 miles to the car, there was no second guessing. i had tamed tiger twice. ❖

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Chinese Restaurant, we believe in providing the highest quality of food using the freshest

ingredients in order to give you the best possible Chinese dining experience. Andy and his family

bring learnings from their parents combined with over 30 years of restaurant experience in serving

Chinese cuisine. Our restaurant is equipped with a full bar and is perfect for celebrating with space

for parties up to 60 guests. www.cascadegarden.com

CasCade Garden Chinese restaurant

1580 nW Gilman Blvd

issaquah 98027 425.391.9597

The Flat Iron Grill Restaurant and Bar is located in the heart of Gilman Village. We take a lot of pride

in the fact that all our food is made from scratch everyday. Explore the wine wall featuring great

wines from Washington and all over the world. Our unique bar, outdoor dining on our deck, and our

private dining room are a few other amenities that we offer. For those whiskey fans we feature over

200 bourbons and American varieties.

Every Day: Lunch 11am to 2pm • Dinner 4pm to 10pm • Happy Hour 2pm-6pm

www.thefl atirongrill.com

317 NW GILMAN BLVD. #28

ISSAQUAH 98027 425.657.0373

There is a small town flair to this seafood restaurant that boasts a worldly selection of cuisine.

FINS BISTRO provides guests with an array of freshly prepared seafood, steaks, poultry, pastas,

and salads. Our vast menu offers something for seafood lovers and land lubbers. Whether it is fresh

shellfish or maybe fresh EXOTIC fish such as: Ono, Mahi Mahi, Monkfish, we have it all. FINS also

has an extensive wine list and full service bar, a very cozy dining room and outdoor seating on

those glorious sunny days and starry nights.

www.finsbistro.com

301 Front Street n

ISSaquah 98027 425.392.0109

FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED • EARLY AND LATE HAPPY HOUR 7 DAYS A WEEK

Mexican food for today’s eating habits, because FRESHNESS makes a difference. Our menu items are

prepared to order, proudly using sustainable seafood, free range meats, no preservatives, trans fats

or lard. 90% Gluten free menu. Also offering over 130 limited edition, hard to find premium tequilas

and of course our very well known scratch margaritas made with FRESH lime and NATURAL fruit

puree combinations. Catering available.

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR LUNCH AND DINNER.

1048 NE Park Dr • Issaquah, Wa

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travelmedicine:a newservice insnoqualmie


summer is just around the corner, and many area residents are busy planning a dream getaway. you may be planning a once-in-a-life-time vacation, a trip to see family or friends, or an extended stay in a less-devel-oped country. you may even be preparing to serve as a humanitarian-aid worker.

whether you’ll be embark-ing on domestic or inter-national travel, you need to know about possible diseases,

current health hazards, emerging epidemics and the changing political climate you may encounter.

travel medicine, which focuses on the prevention and management of health problems associ-ated with travel, should be on your radar.

“travel medicine is about an overall assessment of your health needs and risks for your planned trip,” says marybeth lambe, m.d.,

a board-certified family practice physician at the swedish snoqualmie primary care clinic who specializes in travel medi-cine. “we want patients to have the best possible experience as they travel to and around their destination. a travel physician is an expert in destination-specific health risks and preventive measures who can help you evaluate the risks and prepare for a safe trip with essential information, vaccines and medications.”

during a travel-medicine appointment, dr. lambe reviews a patient’s itiner-ary and current travel conditions and advisories pertaining to his or her destination. vaccine and medication recommenda-tions are tailored to that corner of the globe. dr. lambe will also discuss any personal safety con-cerns the patient may have. services at the snoqualmie clinic’s travel medicine program include:

■ pre-travel consultation ■ specialized vaccines ■ complete health assessment

■ tips on insect-and food-borne illness ■ medication prescriptions for travel ■ electronic medical records ■ travel supply recommendations ■ wilderness medicine■ high-altitude care ■ pediatric travel ■ cruise ship information ■ liaisons with interna-tional physicians ■ email support during trip

post-travel care:in addition, dr. lambe addresses and responds to travelers’ disease, epidemic and vaccination issues, and maintains relationships with government agencies such as the centers for disease control and prevention (cdc) and the world health organization. she has been accredited by the cdc to provide infor-mation, care and vaccinations for malaria, rabies and yellow fever.

for additional informa-tion, contact dr. marybeth lambe at swedish snoqualmie primary care, 425.888.2016, swedish.org/snoqualmieclinic. ❖

keeping you safe when it matters most

Malarky’s is a full service Sports Bar & Grill. Hours of service from 11am to 2am Monday – Friday.

Saturday & Sunday hours are 10am to 2am with breakfast served 10am till 2pm. Minors allowed

daily until 9pm. Malarky’s offers a full service menu with daily specials. Our portions are generous

and prices reasonable. We offer 100% Certified Angus Beef, big screen HD TV’s throughout and a

gaming area. Karaoke every Wednesday & Saturday starting at 9pm.

Valet service available Monday – Friday, 4:30 – 7:30pm • www.malarkys.net

1025 NW GilmaN Blvd., Ste e-7

iSSaquah 98027 425.392.6356

Experience the last historical XXX rootbeer dive-in in the USA.

Entering the Triple XXX immediately immerses you in the sights and sounds of another era. The

interior walls, ceilings and most every available space are a collage of relics from the 1950s and

’60s. Family owned and operated by Jose Enciso and his children, the delicious foods served run

the gambit from juicy hamburgers on fresh-baked buns, fries, onion rings and foot-long hotdogs

to handmade shakes, malts and the famous 1930’s recipe rootbeer.

Triplexrootbeer.com

Triple XXX rooTbeer Drive-in

98 ne Gilman blvD

issaquah 98027 425.392.1266

Sip’s culinary expression is a mix of foods that are locally sourced, offering you the freshest

and most vibrant selections, bold flavors, and creative presentations. Enjoy an extensive cellar list,

featuring both local and global selections. Sip on fresh trendy cocktails. Relax with happy hour

Monday through Friday, Nightly Specials, and live music on Thursday nights. The warm, Napa

inspired unique design with sweeping wine walls, centrally located bar, and cozy patio dining

makes Sip a home-away-from-home dining experience. Life’s fast…sip slow…

www.siprestaurant.com • Facebook–Sip at the wine bar & restaurant • Twitter–@sipwinebar

1084 NE Park DrivE

issaquah 98029 425.369.1181

A family owned, award-winning restaurant & wine bar serving delicious Italian food with a fresh

northwest f lair. Lombardi’s staff are passionate & knowledgeable, making each guest feel welcomed.

Relax in our warm & lively setting or on our garden patio. Guest’s favorites are the amazing bread &

roasted garlic, Chicken Marsala, Tortelloni Gorgonzola or chef’s Tiramisu.

Happy Hour 3pm – close everyday. Great for families, date night, or serious eating & wine tasting.

Voted “Best Italian” restaurant by locals for 12 straight years. www.lombardisitalian.com

695 NW GilmaN Blvd

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calendarevents around town july through october

july 3 Concerts on the Green kicks off the summer festivities in style, with concerts held every tuesday evening through to last tuesday in august. concerts begin at 7:00 pm. excited concert goers often gather on the green around 6:00 pm. for community picnicking. the concerts are held on the community center green located at 301 rainier blvd, s.

july 6ArtWalk Issaquah is back for an impressive 11th year. organized by the downtown issaquah association, the walk will take place from 5-8 p.m. the first friday evening of every month, through september. artwalk lures hundreds of visitors into downtown issaquah each

month by placing dozens of artists into local busi-nesses. event maps will be available in front of the library or at the hailstone feed store (historic shell station) at 232 front street or online at downtownis-saquah.com. july 12Concerts in the Park launch their summer season with free concerts each thursday evening in the beautiful pine lake park from 6:30 to 8:00pm.

july 26 the 24th Annual Chocolate, Wine & All That Jazz takes place in the gardens around boehm’s candies. there are tours of the chocolate making and wine, ales and lots of food to sample from local restaurants. the night

is complimented by the wonderful jazz musicians on hand. open to the public, tickets are $40 issaquahchamber.com

august 18Sammamish Days: held from 10am–2pm, this kids themed cultural event features a parade, a mobile food truck rodeo and plenty of entertainment for kids and big kids alike.

Sammamish Nights: the sammamish chamber of commerce has invited the 6th sammamish arts fair artists to take part in their annual evening celebra-tions. sammamish nights is a ticket event featuring some of the finest local restaurants, wineries, live jazz and a spectacular summer sunset. the arts fair artists will create a sophisticated art walk atmosphere, engaging guests with their unique variety of fine art for perusal and for purchase. sammamishchamber.org/Sammamish-Nights.506.0.html

august 25Lake Sammamish Triathlon will feature a

400m rectangular swim and then a fast 14 mile out and back ride along lake sammamish parkway. the race finishes with a 3.4 mile run through the park along the scenic issaquah creek. for more information and registration services visit: buduracing.com

september 30Issaquah Rotary Club’s famous 10k, 5k and kids run is now to be held on the sunday before salmon days. the new schedule makes for an eventful week in issaquah. this year the proceeds from the salmon run are going to swedish cancer institute. sign up on line at issaquahrun.com to join in the event and to create a team to help in the fundraising for cancer treatment.

october 6 & 7Salmon Days this year’s theme is ‘thrills & gills’. Join us for the famed parade, music and of course food. you’ll find more informa-tion on salmon days featured in this edition of issaquah+sammamish. see our list of local treasures.

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july 4 Down Home Kids and Pets Parade takes place on front street. the street will be closed to traffic for the 11 am start. onlookers line the street to watch the excited kids, pets, parents and friends parade past in themed decora-tions. all meet after the parade in veteran’s memorial park for holiday events and foods. salmondays.org

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