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NW Tacoma l March 2010

CoHousing in Olympia

Olympus SpaA Place to Relax, Rejuvinate & Heal

Planning a Backyard Redesign

Springtime Gardening

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Between two quiet dead-end streets bordering a wooded ravine just six blocks from the Westside Olympia Food Coop are three acres of land. By late

April, Woodard Lane Cohousing’s members will move into their new community. This is a long time dream coming true for a group of committed people who have put an enormous amount of time and energy into the design and planning of Woodard Lane Cohousing. This will be Olympia’s first cohousing community to reach completion.

The idea of cohousing began in Denmark and was brought to the US in the early 1980s. Many such communities are popping up around the country as people look for ways to live more lightly on the earth and in closer connection with others. There are now at least 18 cohousing communities in the state of Washington.

Cohousing is a type of collaborative housing in which residents actively and consciously participate in the design and operation of their own neighborhoods. The physical design encourages both social contact and individual space. Private homes contain all the features of conventional homes,

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but residents also have access to extensive common facilities such as open space, courtyards, gardens, a play structure and a common house.

Some of the benefits of living this way are the many opportunities for social interactions, shared meals several times a week, lots of playmates for kids and support for parents. Certain things like a shop and tools, lawnmower and a sauna can be shared. Someone will watch your kids when needed, take care of your pets when you’re away and you are likely to encounter a smiling face on a day that you might really appreciate it.

Decisions are made in a non-hierarchical manner, usually by consensus. At Woodard Lane, one of their members is a certified NVC trainer, and they are conscious about using that model in their interactions. (NVC is the method taught by Marshall Rosenburg, sometimes called Compassionate Communication.)

Their homes are built green, with an emphasis on providing optimal natural light and connection with nature. They have solar panels for hot water, radiant floor heating, a small footprint and efficient design in order to minimize energy costs. Scott Bergford, the builder, is Built Green certified and uses non toxic materials whenever possible. He recently received the Energy Value Housing Award for “Builder of the Year.”

The homes are clustered around a central common area of green space, with a large common house with a community kitchen and dining area, a play area for children, a laundry room and a guest room. The grounds will be taken care of by everyone, and a large vegetable garden and chickens will be shared projects.

At the end of April, Phase One will be complete. This includes three 4-plexes which will house eleven families, leaving one unit for the temporary common house, a shop and six carports. When they have enough interested families, they will begin Phase Two. At completion, there will be a total of 19 to 21 units plus the large common house. Although their current nine households span four generations and include two families with small children, they are particularly seeking more families with children. TcG

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The early years lay the foundation for a child’s physical, social, and emotional well-being and set the stage for school readiness and lifelong learning. During the

first five years, the brain develops some 85 percent of its core structure and the connections that enable a child to learn and develop skills they will need in school and throughout life.

The experiences and relationships that children experience in those five years really set the stage for all future learning. “It isn’t just about a bunch of flash cards and fancy toys. Early learning is about nurturing relationships and stimulating environments during these important years and being socially, emotionally and cognitively prepared for school,” Julee Durham of United Way of Thurston County explains.

Since 2002, United Way of Thurston County (UWTC) has made a commitment to help educate parents, caregivers and educators on the importance of early learning. “One of the first things we did was bring the community together to look at what the needs of the children and familes are in Thurston County and started the Thurston Early Childhood Coalition. The coalition has met monthly for years and in partnership with UWTC, we have raised over 1 million dollars to support programs in the community,” explains Julee.

One such program has been a great success. The Born Learning Program helps families turn everyday opportunities into learning moments. “It doesn’t have to be a special school or program, but rather the opportunity to point out moments that cause children to look, think, wonder and question the world around them,” continues Julee.

Over the last few years, United Way has produced a Kindergarten Readiness calendar for families in Thurston County. It provides simple ideas that parents, grandparents and caregivers can do at home to help the four year old prepare for school. The activities are simple, fun and free.

And most recently, they have recruited business leaders and parents who speak in the community about the importance of early learning. These champions are building community awareness of how significant the early years are for our children. “Our efforts are to increase everybody’s understanding of the early years are,” says Julee.

On April 10, The United Way of Thurston County is doing their 2nd Annual Kickoff Event for Week of The Young Child. The event will be held at Westfield Capital Mall. There will be 11 participating agencies that will be providing hands-on activities for children and their families. The event is centered around the Block Fest, a program of the Thurston Early Childhood Coalition. The event is free and there is fun for all ages. TcG

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The sound of water falling, the tranquility of a forest, the serenity of a mountain retreat. Sounds expensive and untouchable in today’s busy world.

Tucked away in Lakewood, there is a unique spa that brings together the healing techniques of Korean and Western society. Catering to women only, it is a wonderful place to relax, rejuvenate and reconnect with mind, body and spirit. Built in 1997 by Mr. Lee, the facility reflects the traditional Korean spa services. After great success, in 2005 Mr. Lee expanded to Lynwood, providing women in the north sound

the same unique services.

Mr. Lee built the facility for his wife. Coming from Korea, his wife had a hard time acclimating to the winter weather. He wanted to provide her a space that

could warm her body. It took over 3 years of research in Korea, New York and Los Angeles to come up with the perfect spa design. And the dedication and quality show in the facility.

When you enter, you are greeted by a friendly staff. You are provided with a locker key, your personal robe and towel. Shampoo, conditioner and body wash are available in the showers. You do not need to bring anything from home. A day pass is very affordable, which includes access to the pools,

earth energy heated rooms, sitting area and the private Korean restaurant. You can add additional services for an added fee. If you are a first time visitor, they will give you a tour of the facility and explain the different services they provide. “We want everyone to feel comfortable and have a wonderful experience,” explains Lee.

There are five pools that are different temperatures, ranging from 60 to 102 degrees. You can jump from pool to pool to stimulate the body. In addition to the baths, they have a pool of mugwort herbal tea that can be poured over your body to improve circulation and soften your skin. It is said to have a cleansing affect on women’s reproductive system.

Many women come to just soak, relax and reconnect. Conversation is light, providing a quiet atmosphere to wash away the stress of the day. If you enjoy saunas, the herbal dry sauna and the mugwort steam sauna will ease your muscles, relax your mind and eliminate toxins in the body.

After a soak, one of the most popular treatments is the body scrub. A tradition for thousands of years in Korea, the process exfoliates the dead skin cells using soap and a scrub mitt. It cleanses the skin and improves circulation. The process takes about 40 minutes and leaves your skin soft and glowing. You can have your body moisturized afterwards, which finalizes the ultimate pampering experience. In addition to the body scrubs, they offer facials, massages in their five massage rooms and detoxifying body wraps. Everything a body needs to stay healthy and relaxed.

Through the end of January, they are providing the Chocolate Body Wrap. We have heard how quality chocolate can help in weight loss, lower blood pressure and cholesterol

“You get addicted to the velvety soft way your skin will feel for weeks after. All shapes and sizes of bodies, no one is judging; they are too busy relaxing. This experience actually seems to help you accept and appreciate your body, whatever its condition.”

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and help protect the body from free radicals. Applied to the body, the same results can be seen after one session! After soaking in the tub, the attendant measures you as a starting point. You are covered in chocolate and a wrap is applied, similar to other detoxifying body wraps. Now it is time for the chocolate to do its magic! They have had great results from the process, seeing up to 2 inches shed from the body in one session.

What sets Olympus Spa apart from western saunas is the heated rooms. Each room is built all natural stones. These stones generate Far Infrared Rays, which create natural sweating and expels metabolic waste, leaving you feeling refreshed and regenerated

The Mud and Jade Room contains crystals such as Jade, Rose quarters, Aventurine to name a few. This unique combination is said to promote blood circulation, help expel toxins and stimulates the cells, bones and muscles. The Charcoal and Sand Room, which has a sand floor, creates negative icons and the far-infrared rays neutralize free radicals

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in the body, strengthens the immune system and helps eliminate heavy metal that can build up in the our bodies.

Unlike many spas in the area, Olympus Spa does not require reservations to access the pools, heated rooms and saunas. So if you find yourself in need of a little TLC, you can drop in and enjoy the pools, mediation rooms. They

do recommend reservations if you would like to have a body scrub, massage or body wrap, but they will do their best to fit

you in. You can spend an hour or the entire day if you have the time. “Many people come with their friends. Some come with a limited time, but want to have some time to stop and relax. We also have had many wedding parties and girls nights out,” explains Suni.

There are few places in our community where you can step away from the noise and activity of our daily lives. Olympus Spa provides women in the South Sound a place to rejuvenate, relax and heal. If you don’t take time for yourself, you will not have the energy to take care of your families and careers.

If you are looking for a unique gift for your wife, sister, mother or friend, Olympus Spa would be a great option. With numerous packages to choose from, you can provide a day of relaxation. They also have a membership options that are affordable and provide daily access to the spa and 5% discount for all services. So if you are buying a present for ‘the person who has everything’ or a woman who needs a day of rest and relaxation, think of Olympus Spa. TcGTo contact Olympus Spa call

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As winter passes and my yard springs to life, I am desperate for a makeover for

my stale and UGLY backyard. I am a loyal watcher of HGTV and DIY Network and on weekend mornings,

I sit in my pajamas and watch as the professionals transform those dreary backyards to beautiful outdoor living spaces. As I sip my warm tea, I comment to my husband, “It doesn’t look that hard. We can do it.” Famous last words and easier said than done.

From all the books I have read and the expert advice I have been given over the years, I have learned that planning is the key to success. The starting point in the design plan was to answer one basic question—what is your landscape goal? Some ideas to consider are: Who is it for? How much time can I dedicate to upkeep? How big is my space? Does it need to accommodate pets? Do I like the idea of a formal

landscape or is casual more my style? Maybe I would like all the above—and this can be accomplished—with the proper planning.

My husband and I discussed our needs and wishes for our redesigned backyard. We wanted to include raised garden beds, a little grass for the dog and grandkids, flower gardens, a small seating area and a fire pit for those weekends when we cannot escape to our favorite camping spot. With graph paper and clipboard in hand, we started measuring, drawing and playing with ideas.

On graph paper, we outlined the dimensions of the landscape area and designated directions

such as north, south, etc. We indicated the positions of our house, walkways, patios, decks, fences, septic and outbuildings.

Then we used a symbol such as circles to represent large trees and/or shrubs. Anything that is physically established, we made sure to include on our drawing. We illuminated full sun or full shade areas and noted the morning, midday, afternoon and part shade/sun areas. It took over eight designs to get exactly what we were looking for. We are definitely not expert landscapers, so the drawing was a bit rough, but it provided a good starting point.

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included in the new landscape plan. We then staked out our new walkway, raised garden beds and flower beds that will frame the yard. The marker

paint is a great tool for landscapers. At one point, I had orange marks all over the backyard! It washes away and you have a clean slate to make any adjustments you might want to incorporate into your design!

With any project, patience is a virtue. On television, they finish a yard in 30 minutes. But in reality, they have a crew of 10 to 15 people and work 10-12 hours for two to three days. So keep this in mind when you are doing your project. Everything,

I mean everything, takes more time than you expect. Getting the right tools and materials is a must to make the job easier. And if you can find a friend or relative to help, more power to you.

If not, you can also look into hiring help for those projects that might be a bit more challenging than your own skills will allow.

My husband and I are currently finalizing the basic layout of our project. The stairs are complete, the raised garden beds are ready for spring planting and the new walkway and fire pit area are established. Now the fun begins. It is time for us to visit local nurseries and discuss our designs with these experts. When we visit the nursery, we try to remember that

spring is a busy time of year for them, so we plan to go prepared. We have perused many garden books and magazines, did our research on the types of shrubs,

plants and trees we are interested in incorporating into the design and made a list of questions that we would like to ask. It took a couple of trips and lots of questions, but we have a plan that we are very excited about.

Again, with our plan, we can buy throughout the seasons and when fall comes around, we can wait for closeout sales. We

do not always want to buy our plants at once. This allows us to have the opportunity to see how our garden looks during the growing season and can then

look forward to another trip to the nursery!We have learned so much throughout our project. The

budget is an eye opener. We started with a very tight budget and are holding true to that. We made product decisions based on costs and yes, we really wanted a slate patio, but it just was not in the cards. We found used bricks on the internet, dug them up ourselves and saved a nice $200. Now our patio already has that established look and feel that we had envisioned. Be creative and looked for recycled materials; it can allow your budget to broaden your results.

There is a lot of information to gather for a landscape project, but with planning and plant research, your landscape will be easier and more fun to manage.

Enjoy the process. As they say, it is the not the destination that counts, but the journey. And most of all have fun! TcG

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Capital Food & Wine Festival: Come enjoy local wines, food from South Sound restaurants and food vendors and entertain-ment. $12 ($14 at door) noon-9pm, SMU Marcus Pavilion, 5300 Pacific Ave., SE, Lacey. For more information, contact: St. Martin’s Alumni Association (360) 438-4366. www.capitalfoodandwinefestival.com

Sunday, March 28Student Orchestras of Greater Olympia Classical Concert: Student Orchestras of Greater Olympia will present a concert and collect non-perishable food items for the food bank. Program in-cludes Strauss’ “Der Rosenkavalier Suite” and Mozart’s “Impresario Overture” as well as Chausson’s “Poeme for violin and orchestra.” $7-$19. 4pm, Washington Center, 512 Washington St SE, Olympia. For more information, contact: Washington Center Box Office753-8586, www.studentorchestras.org

Wednesday, March 31Prevention of Underage Drinking: TOGETHER! and Target Zero Thurston host town hall meetings open to the public on prevent-ing underage drinking. Speakers include law enforcement officers, Jim Cooper from TOGETHER!, Joe Avalos from Thurston County Public Health and Social Services, Diane Cockrell from St. Peter Chemical Dependency Center, and Brittany Sill from Target Zero Thurston. Free pizza! March 31st, 2010 to April 1st, 2010, Wednes-day Capital H.S., Thursday River Ridge 6pm-7:30pm. For more information, contact: Brittany Sill 360-493-2230 x [email protected]

Saturday, April 10REGISTER NOW! Walk MS: Join the movement to create a world free of multiple sclerosis! Take part in the 20th anniversary of Walk MS. Join six other Washington communities, including Olympia and Tacoma, walking for a difference. You can also make a donation or support a walker online! 8:30am, Horizons Elemen-tary School, 4601 67th Avenue SE, Lacey. For more information, contact: Catherine Filippini, [email protected], www.walkmsnorthwest.org.

Block Build-Off Competition: Teams of block builders create the tallest and widest block structures, using Keva planks, in 30 minutes. Compete against other businesses and schools for the top block builders in Thurston County. This event kicks off the Week of the Young Child, raise awareness for early childhood education and have fun! Westfield Capital Mall, Macy’s Court. 2 competitions – 10:30 am – 12:00 pm and 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm.

REGISTER NOW! Belly Dance Workshops and Performance: Mas Uda belly dance troupe hosts a fundraiser to help children with cancer. Funds go to Candlelighters. Workshop prices are $25-$35 each. Show tickets: $10/advance, $15/at door. April 10 - April 11t, workshops both days, evening show Saturday 7-9:30pm, Evergreen State College - Comm Bldg, Olympia. For more information, contact: Kashani 360-459-3694, www.mas-uda.com

Tuesday, April 20RESERVE NOW! YWCA Girls Without Limits Benefit Luncheon: Spring into action and help the the YWCA of Olympia empower young women and eliminate racism at the “Girls Without Limits” Benefit Luncheon. $25. 11:30am-1pm, Indian Summer Golf & Country Club, Olympia. For more information, contact:360-352-0593 [email protected] Saturday, April 24VOLUNTEER NOW! Volunteers Needed for National Rebuild-ing Day: Build community and team spirit, have fun, work hard, help your neighbor, and get fit! Rebuilding Together Thurston County is seeking volunteers to help provide home modifications to nine low-income homeowners on National Rebuilding Day. Go to their website to sign up! April 24th, 2010. For more information, contact: Marge Price 360-539-7830 www.rebuildingtogethertc.org

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