Page 20
WWW.VASHONBEACHCOMBER.COM
I
t’s a stereotype with some truth to it: A mom, babe in one arm, phone in the other, vetting a business decision while comforting her young one. Born out of a genetic predisposition or sheer necessity, women over the years have learned to juggle. Little wonder, then, that they’re shaping the business climate on Vashon — where an ability to multi-task is essential. Here, on an Island with a small customer base and high transportation costs, a businessperson has to know how to balance the books and market a product. How to craft a business plan and woo a major customer. And how to do so during these tough economic times. Often, women add another piece to the complex picture: Many are mothers, juggling family demands as well. Others are community players and activists, bringing their moxie to a range of Island issues. Take a look at the 10 pages that follow, and you’ll see the faces of some of these dynamic businesswomen. They’re shopkeepers and artists, therapists and doctors, restaurateurs and landscapers. They profoundly shape
VASHON’S
our economic landscape, transforming what might otherwise be a sleepy Island into a thriving place. They do so while struggling with the vicissitudes of Island life — ferries that aren’t always on schedule, goods that sometimes don’t make it from the mainland on time, customers who are sometimes a fickle lot. And if you ever really wanted to know how much women give, imagine — if you could — a day on Vashon where they all played hooky, where none showed up to open their shops, support their companies, run their businesses. Vashon, no doubt, would come to a standstill.
NATURAL BALANCE ROLFING & THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE olďŹ ng is a form of soft tissue bodywork that along with manipulation, works through education, movement, and awareness to gradually bring the body into a more vertically aligned state. Alignment creates more ease and efďŹ ciency of movement in a body. Bodies of all ages and types can beneďŹ t from being Rolfed! For more information on RolďŹ ng, go to www.Rolf.org. Having been a Rolfer for ďŹ fteen years in the Seward Park neighborhood in Seattle, I am excited to be branching out and adding Fridays on Vashon in Courthouse Square. Fridays by appointment
R
CertiďŹ ed Advanced Rolfer lselle@comcast.net Limited insurance accepted.
•
2010
IN BUSINESS
Leslie Selle, LMP
Leslie R. Selle, LMP
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 • Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
WILLOW STREET WOODSHOP y first job on Vashon, in 1995, was making birdhouses at the old Carmarthen Farm Store. I loved that job and it never felt like work to me. Today, I’m still having fun sharing my creativity with the island by making functional and unique birdhouses, beach signs, rustic furniture, trellises, and garden art of all kinds. My work is made from 100% locally salvaged, found, and recycled materials. Each piece has a story and is one-of-a-kind. You can find my stuff at Good Merchandise, the new Wings Birdseed Co, and at all the regular Vashon studio tours and festivals. Or you can call anytime to stop by my home studio.
M
Also, please think of me whenever you have a remodel or construction project – I can use scraps large and small and I will haul it away for free.
Willow Street Woodshop 48 UI 4USFFU 7BTIPO 8" r
Vashon Coffee Company
Thank you
Vashon Island for your continued business & support!
Teri Vanator – roaster, Dawn Loraas – owner
Sustainable & delicious coffees, small-batch roasted to order, and always fresh! Roasted on Vashon since 2003. www.vashoncoffee.com t 206-567-4403
— Leslie Brown, Editor
Julie King, Owner/Artist
206 356-0036 or 206 725-7039 19001 Vashon Hwy SW #208B
DAWN LORAAS, OWNER
Eleanor Roosevelt once said, “As for accomplishments, I just did what I had to do as things came along.� So it could be said for many of our businesswomen on Vashon — women who quietly do what has to be done in order to support themselves, their families and their community. This week, let them know just how much they add to our Island’s vibrancy: Support their business. And know that in doing so, you’re helping to maintain the Island’s lovely balance of life and commerce.
Michelle L Ramsden Certified Arborist
I have my Associate degree in Arboriculture and a BA in Urban Forestry from University of Massachusetts. I have 15 years of experience as an Arborist, eight of them living and working on Vashon.
My services include: t $POTVMUBUJPO USFF BTTFTTNFOU t (FOFSBM QSVOJOH PG USFFT BOE TISVCT t 3FNPWBMT t $BOPQZ 3FTUPSBUJPO t 7JFX 1SVOJOH t 1FSTPOBM USBJOJOH GPS QSVOJOH ZPVS own trees and ornamentals Specializing in pruning fruit trees and ornamental shrubs.
(206) 406-3723
Vashon, WA 98070 mramsden_11@yahoo.com Certified International Society of Arboriculture
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 • Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
WWW.VASHONBEACHCOMBER.COM
“I could not, at any age, be content to take my
place by the fireside and simply look on. Life was meant to be lived. Curiosity must be kept alive. One must never, for whatever reason, turn his back on life.� – Eleanor Roosevelt
AnnaLisa LaFayette
OWNER, GOOD MERCHANDISE “ ho are we and what is Good
W
Merchandise? I’m AnnaLisa LaFayette, island lover, resident and owner of Good Merchandise, Vashon’s locally produced art and retail store. I provide in-store alterations, custom sewing and jewelry repair. In my free time I make jewelry, clothing and paper crafts. Over the past year, I opened and relocated the store, marketed over 100 artists and headed a team for the Vashon Island Ladies Softball League. GO GOOD MERCHANDISE!� “This is me at the store with Heather HansenBrynn. She’s a huge part of Good Merchandise’s success; she pitches for the softball team, makes amazing jewelry, candles, fiber arts and helps in the store. Heather is also a Realtor on Vashon and can be found at www.vashonislander.com.� Come celebrate our success at Good Merchandise One Year Anniversary, October 29th, from 5-9 with a reception at Sporty’s to follow!
Page 21
NATIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN’S WEEK
ÂŽ
October 18 – October 22, 2010 Honoring the contributions of working women and employers who support working women and their families.
Celebrating
Women in Business The state of the world today demands that women dream, plan, act, and risk on a grand scale.
-PDBUFE BU › 7BTIPO )XZ 48 t t XXX HPPE NFSDIBOEJTF CMPHTQPU DPN
Deborah Reilly
LEED AP, CSBA, HHS LEED Accredited Professional / Certified Sustainable Building Advisor / Healthy Home Specialist
Our consulting firm is committed to a sustainable builtenvironment that fosters an improved quality of life for today and tomorrow. Our goal is to provide analysis, direction and clarity through the complex system of building a healthy, comfortable and energy efficient home. I bring over 30 years of commercial and residential building design experience with the knowledge and credentials of the many facets of green building. We can help you determine what goals are right for your project. We can facilitate in developing a team of contractors, architects, designers, engineers to achieve a practical and sustainable result. We will provide technical assistance and analysis to guide the process to achieve the best result. We will assist you with siting considerations, choosing a building system, selecting materials and products, integrate healthy indoor air quality, reduce energy and water consumption and evaluate rating systems. Regardless of the size of your project, let us help you create a home that reflect your needs, provides added value and makes ecological sense.
GREEN BUILDING CONSULTANTS 206.463.4319 consulting@drdesignstudio.com
Congratulations to Amy Nelson on her promotion to Manager of
The Hardware Store Restaurant Melinda Sontgerath, owner
206.463.1800 17601 Vashon Hwy SW Vashon Island www.thsrestaurant.com
Page 22
WWW.VASHONBEACHCOMBER.COM
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 • Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
celebr ating national business women’s week • october 18–22, 2010 Shady Lady
Dova Silks
Dorothy Dunnicliff, Owner
A
t Dova Silks, you will find uniquely designed hand dyed silk clothing and a line of fashionable, handcrafted accessories. Founded by Dorothy Dunnicliff and her close friend Val Speer over 12 years ago here on Vashon Island, Dova Silks now has clients in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean and Europe. Dorothy also collaborates with independent designer Sally Shivers of Wild Life Clothing. Together they continue to create custom tailored and ready-to-wear fine silk clothing from the casual to the elegant.
O
Shady Lady Interiors (206) 463-6200
Please come by our store in the Wallflower Building or visit us on-line at Dovasilks.com
Dorothy Dunnicliff, owner, with fellow collaborator Sally Shivers
SHERRY EVANS
wner Sherry Evans specializes in transformation – of spaces and lifestyle – everything from organizing chaos to simplifying complexity to finding comfort. Her work is a collaborative interaction of working directly with clients to create a distinctive vision specific to their individual needs and expression. The weaving in of color, light, space, form and texture defines each client’s unique, beautiful and inviting environment. For the past 15 years, Shady Lady Interiors has served Vashon Island and the greater Seattle area, focusing on interior design and window treatments, now with an expanded focus on sustainability and whole systems design. Sherry Evans changes the lives of her clients. The alchemy lies in the blending of design and space resulting in the enhancement of the way we live.
sherry@shadyladyinteriors.com r www.shadyladyinteriors.com Hours by appointment
Jessa Zimmerman, MA
S
COUPLES COUNSELOR
ick of having the same old fights? Are you feeling stuck in your relationship? Distant? Alone? Disappointed? Angry? There is hope. It can be the way it used to be. It can be even better! You can again look forward to coming home, lighting up when you see your partner instead of having that heavy, sinking feeling in your stomach. It is possible to stop being trapped by the same old fights and to develop new ways of relating to your partner that create understanding, emotional security and intimacy. You just need a little help. My work with couples is based in Emotionally Focused Jessa Zimmerman, MA Couples Therapy™ (EFT). This approach digs below the surface or “content” of the fights to find the underlying needs that are not being met and that are driving the relentless patterns. Once these needs are uncovered and expressed, momentous change is possible. A substantial body of research outlining the effectiveness of EFT now exists. Research studies find that approximately 90% of couples show significant improvements and 70-75% of couples move from distress to recovery.
Please contact me at 206-919-9488 or email at change@jessazimmerman.com for more information or to set up a meeting.
Alana Aminta Angie Ann Annie Barrett Bobbi Bonnie Carolyn Chelsea Chris Christina Cheryl Claire Claudia Crystal Danielle Darcy Denise Desiree Donna Dorothy Dyan Dylan Emily Glynis Grace Gracie Halley Heidi Hilary Jana Jane Janice Jenna Jenny Jessica Joan Judy Julia Julie Justine Kaitlyn Kandi Karen Kate Katie Kimi Kimmi Kirsten Leslie Lisa Liz Lorraine Mardi Megan Melody Molly Merrill Nadine Nancy Nicole Pam Pat Paula Pippa Riley Rochelle Rosie Sally Sandra Selena Shelley Shelly Sherry Sonjia Sophie Stacy Susan Susie Tegan Tess Vickie
Bank of America–Vashon
Front Row: Barbara Rice, Ryoko Munsey, Nancy Steel. Back Row: Penny Law, Vasa Seymour
A
s women in business we are proud to work for Bank of America. At Bank of America Vashon we actively promote an inclusive work environment where we all have the opportunity to achieve personal success and contribute to the growth of our business. We also know that customers need to feel in control of their financial decisions through clear, straightforward banking, with secure, accessible, and reliable products and services brought to them by friendly and knowledgeable associates. We would like to thank you for choosing us for your financial services. t #BOL"NFSJDBSE $BTI 3FXBSET, which features a refreshingly simple way for customers to earn 1 percent cash back on all purchases with a rewards program that doesn’t make customers jump through hoops. t -JBCJMJUZ (VBSBOUFF, which reassures credit and debit card users that they can transact with confidence because Bank of America will help them if they do experience fraud by guaranteeing that fraudulent transactions will be credited back to their account as soon as the next business day. t %JGGFSFOUJBUFE $POWFOJFODF, which shows the power of Bank of America’s national network to help customers bank whenever through its network of banking centers, ATMs and secure online, mobile and text banking.
206-937-6078
9710 SW Bank Rd
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 • Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
WWW.VASHONBEACHCOMBER.COM
Page 23
Vashon’s Women in Business 2010 Priscilla Schleigh Kimmel, OWNER
A
s we celebrate our 4th year in business, I am honored to act as a bridge between women-owned business in over 65 countries and our customers on Vashon Island. I see it as a beautiful full circle, bringing essential items to your homes – seasonings, linens, textiles and tureens – so that women who are business owners across the globe can buy essentials for their homes and families, too. Fair Trade, full circle – that’s Giraffe’s way of weaving Beauty and Justice into the fabric of everyday lives. We now have an online shop... at GiraffeVashon.com
Pricilla and Annie in front of Giraffe
48 UI r
Vashon Island Day Spa
Donna Kellum
“I love my job, there is an art to it, it’s a passion.�
I
– Korina Knudson
n love with the art and craft of framing, Donna Kellum opened Frame of Mind on Vashon in 1980. Since then, Donna has custom framed everything from fine art to family memories. With her extensive knowledge of framing products and her passion for color and design, she creates beautiful finished pieces for your wall. You can be sure that your treasures will last for generations to come.
Through My Door, Pass The Best People In The World.
T
hank you. We celebrate our first year anniversary downtown Vashon this Christmas! From enhanced hair colors, hot stone pedicures, massage & anti-aging facials to full body waxing for men and women. Vashon Island Day Spa offers awesome salon and spa services at super relaxed prices. Give the gift of Wellness. Gift cards available by phone.
Open daily with flexible hours, call for your appointment
Korina Knudson, Owner Licensed Cosmetologist & Esthetician 20 Years of Experience
OWNER, FRAME OF MIND
206-463-0587
www.vashonislanddayspa.com Vashon Village - 17205 - Ste #D1, Vashon Hwy SW
Donna Kellum
206-463-3933 9926 SW Bank Road www.vashonframeofmind.com Tues - Sat 10-5
Vashon Liquor Store
Anne Gordon
– DR. PHOTO Gordon Marketing AKA
S
ince June of 2009, we have been providing Vashon Island with great products from around the world. From your evening cocktail to your special occasions, we have it all.
Custom Postcards Private Photoshop Lessons Graphic Design Photography
Thank you Vashon from your local liquor store!
Cherry Morgan
annegordon@mac.com Karen Lindskog
463-2163
25 Years
Breast C a n cer A w a re n es s
H
ere at Blooms & Things we have three generations of good-will ambassadors working to create a service and product shop that fits in well with the character of our unique local island environment. It is truly a joy to be involved in the lives of our wonderful island community through flowers and gifts that offer cheer and delight. Flowers make available nature’s language to speak of gratitude, kindness, comfort for a broken heart, love, opening a heart, celebrating new life and new beginnings, honoring a life well-lived and remembering that the magic of this world is all around us. We create beautiful and artistic design that is affordable because we believe business means creating a sense of community, and making floral artistry accessible. Being a part of peoples lives and the life of the community is the good-will that we want to share. Thank you Vashon for supporting your island florist!
17600 Vashon Hwy SW www.vashonblooms.com r (206) 463-3682
Page 24
www.vashonbeachcomber.com
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 • Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
Congratulations
To All the Women at Pacific Research Laboratories on Another Successful Year!
Thank You to All the Women in Business at Thank You!
Great Job!
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 • Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
WWW.VASHONBEACHCOMBER.COM
Page 25
“When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us.” – Helen Keller Sara Clark
Women in Business on Vashon since 1998
& Connie Sorensen
We have you covered!
Insurance Advisor Committed to offering costeffective plans for your Auto, Home and Life Insurance needs. 206 . 277.7838 x 58499 Sara.Clark@LibertyMutual.com
Managing Broker
Trusted real estate advisor since 1998, helping you buy and sell… one house at a time. 206 . 819.7669 YourRealtor@ConnieSorensen.com
Windermere Real Estate / Fauntleroy, Inc.
At Vashon Natural Medicine we are dedicated to the art and science of natural medicine. Our mission is to provide natural health care for the whole family. At Vashon Natural Medicine each patient receives compassionate care, and the opportunity to become educated in the process of health and recovery. We endeavor to honor each patient’s individuality and promote the patient’s own natural healing abilities.
Kelly Wright
Naturopathic Physician
Michelle Obertacz
Naturopathic Physician and Licensed Acupuncturist
Lisa Lenihan
Licensed Massage Therapist
Meg White
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Paula Pelletier Butler
Women’s Health Massage Therapist & Bastyr University Midwifery Student
Amber Starcher Left to right: Jill McGuirk, Jaime Hylton and Lindy Fredrickson.
Office Manager
indy Fredrickson, while working in retail found that a majority of people preferred to carry their own re-usable grocery bags. She came up with the idea of putting “humor in a handbag” with these fun and functional “parodies” of designer brands. Once the concept was created Lindy’s daughter, Jaime Hylton came up with clever and unique names such as “Barmani”,“Valenbeano”,“Vanity Pear”,“Estee Lobster” and many more. From there Lindy’s sister, Jill McGuirk put her artistic spin to work by creating drawings that brought each name to life and “JKL Bags” were born! We have all at one time or another experienced personal and/or economic struggles, and we found at times like these laughter really is the best medicine. These durable reusable totes can be found at Essentials 4, Thriftway and online at JKLBags.com. So “snag your bag”™ and “just keep livin’”.
Joanne Hennessey
L
JKLBags.com
Receptionist
463-4778
www.vashonnaturalmedicine.com 18913 Vashon Hwy SW r Vashon WA 98070 Follow us on Facebook
Page 26
WWW.VASHONBEACHCOMBER.COM
VASHON’S
•
2010
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 • Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
NATIONAL BUSINESS WOMEN’S WEEK
ÂŽ
October 18 – October 22, 2010
IN BUSINESS
Amy Kessel
Nancy Morgan OWNER
You write to communicate to the hearts and minds of others what’s burning inside you. And we edit to let the fire show through the smoke. – Arthur Plotnik
Eagle Eye Proofreading & Editing 10 #PY 7BTIPO 8" r Email: morgan@eagleeyeproofedit.com
Amy Baldinger
PIANO TECHNICIAN my Baldinger is a dedicated piano technician specializing in piano tuning, repair, regulation and rebuilding. Amy formally began her work as a piano technician after the birth of her son, leaving a 20 year career in high tech. “I was drawn to piano technology because of my passion for music and as a life-long pianist I’ve always been fascinated by the instrument. All pianists, beginner as well as advanced, play better when their pianos are well tuned and regulated. I am thrilled that after years of mentoring by the best technicians in the industry, and after working on hundreds of pianos of all makes and models, I am able help pianists have a great experience with their pianos.�
A
Amy Baldinger
Baldinger Piano Service 206-459-7672 amy.baldinger@comcast.net
Thank you for making us a part of your healthcare team!
Vashon owned and operated since 2008
London Health Center 17425 Vashon Highway SW 408-7400 www.londonhealthcenterinc.com
I
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL COACH
s there something in your life that no longer fits? Have you outgrown your job, your relationship, or the commitments you keep? Are you ready to explore change? As a Transformative Life Coach, I work with women who want to make healthy changes in their personal or professional lives. My clients learn to shift their beliefs and behaviors and to align their values with their goals. Together we look at what no longer serves you so you can make space for what you truly want. Interested? Want to learn more? I offer a complimentary 30 minute session to see if coaching is for you and if we are a good fit for each other.
Please visit my website for more information www.amykessel.com Call for a sample session today! phone: 206-459-4825
Beth Alberthal, OWNER
I
have been in business for 40 years and have owned my shop for 35 of those years. I have had my business in my home for 18 years now. We offer coloring, highlighting, permanents, haircuts and shampoo and sets. We also have tanning available. My shop is for the whole family. Monday thru Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon (tanning only)
Beauty Nook
10304 SW 188th Street r Vashon, WA 98070 206-463-2901
Marilyn Oswald Director/Owner 360-602-0609 or 206-408-7433
In a perfect world, you would be able to take care of your aging parent in your home or theirs, relying only on family to help you. But the reality is that caring for an aging or ill parent is a full-time job that can take a toll on the caregiver. Add to that the demands of raising a family, working, and other responsibilities, and chances are you’ll need a little assistance along the way. That’s where the angels come in. Visiting Angels is a national network of franchised non-medical senior home care agencies. Our compassionate, experienced caregivers provide respite care, grooming and dressing assistance, meal preparation, light housekeeping and up to 24-hour care in the comfort of your own home. My husband and I are excited to bring Visiting Angels to the Kitsap region. We know ďŹ rst hand what a difference my mom’s caregivers made in our lives. Our “angelsâ€? cared for my mom as she battled cancer for 2 years. They loved my mom and they made life so much more manageable for our family. We want to help your family as you navigate the trials and joys of caring for a loved one.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 • Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
WWW.VASHONBEACHCOMBER.COM
Honoring the contributions of working women and employers who support working women and their families.
Page 27
“S uccess is having a flair for the thing that you are doing, knowing that is not enough, that you have got to have hard work and a sense of purpose.� – Margaret Thatcher Karen Pruett, OWNER
Barbara O’Block
M
SMALL BUSINESS COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
aster Barber, Karen Pruett, has served Island residents for nearly 21 years and every client enjoys her 31 years of experience in listening, interpreting, and creating the cut that fits into their lifestyle. After all, Islanders are real people who take care of their own hair everyday, not models who have styling teams waiting offcamera. Time with thousands of clients has taught her that individuals want consistency at a fair price and you’ll find both at Karen for Hair. Her repertoire encompasses the Classics to the Cutting Edge. Plus she has access to more than sixty Professional Product Lines. It’s all about client care at Karen for Hair, a family-oriented, non-smoking, mostly chemical free environment. Please visit http://karenforhair.mapmate. com/maps/340 or email karenforhair@centurytel.net.
Lost at year end tax preparation for your CPA? Need help to generate your income statement and balance sheet? No time to prepare payroll forms?
t t t Barbara O’Block
4UBSU OPX UP ĂĽ MF ZPVS UBY SFUVSO PO UJNF 5SBJOJOH BOE TFU VQ PO 2VJDL#PPLT 'VMM TFSWJDF CPPLLFFQJOH 206-713-6232 or timecard@comcast.net Vashon, WA 98070
Little girls grow up to be business women.
Karen for Hair at the Historic Colvos Store
0QFO B N 5VFT 4BU r )"*3 r 8FTUTJEF )XZ 48 4UVEJP
Jan Slater
RICK’S DIAGNOSTIC & REPAIR SERVICE & VASHON RENTAL CARS ounded 20 years ago by my husband Rick and me to meet the automotive need of islanders. Over the years we have expanded from general auto repair to include medium truck repair, recreational vehicles, horse trailers, boats and fleet services. We offer towing, road service, lock out service and are licensed to haul vehicles for disposal. Our newest service is vehicle hand washing and complete auto detailing. We are a Green Business proud to be recognized by King Jan Slater, owner County Envirostars. In 2007 I recognized a need for transportation for our customers and opened a rental car business. Vashon Rental Cars now serves locals as well as visitors to the island offering daily rentals with discounts for longer terms. Call us about estimates or to schedule an appointment for any of the services we offer.
Studio 101
SALON & SPA e the Women of Studio 101 (formerly Studio 202) provide the premiere salon experience on Vashon Island. From the latest trends to traditional styles in hair and nails, we can do it all. Here are just some of the services we provide:
W
F
DIAGNOSTIC & REPAIR SERVICE
3JDL T %JBHOPTUJD 3FQBJS 4FSWJDF *OD r 7BTIPO 3FOUBM $BST *OD 3&/5 www.ricksdiagnostic.com
The Country Store & Gardens
O
ur Business is 46 years old and our building she is 29. Our Nursery may be Vashon’s oldest and we now have two other nurseries sharing our space. Look online for our plant list www.countrystoreplants.com This is the home of Jim Biel Tree Service The Store offers: 7BTIPO T -BSHFTU 1BSDFM 4FSWJDF t (BSEFO 4VQQMJFT 5PPMT 'PPUXFBS %FQBSUNFOU t 4UVSEZ $MPUIFT -FHXFBS -PDBM 'PPE (JGUT t 3FBM 8PPM *OEJBO %FTJHO #MBOLFUT BOE NPSF
IBJSDVUT GPS UIF XIPMF GBNJMZ t DPMPS t QFSNT TQFDJBM PDDBTJPO IBJS t XBYJOH t NBOJDVSFT t QFEJDVSFT BDSZMJD OBJMT t MBTI UJOUJOH t CSPX UJOUJOH t UBOOJOH
Call us today to see what the Women of Studio 101 can do for you!
Bottom left to top: Dana Palin, Monique Burger, Jen Racy, Monica Craft, Adel Labuschagne.
463-3414
9929 SW Bank Road, Vashon Located in the Cunningham Building across from CafĂŠ Luna
The Vashon Island Coffee Roasterie AND THE MINGLEMENT
“I arise in the morning torn between a desire to save the world and a desire to savor it...� — eb white
“
ALL ON TEN GORGEOUS ACRES Our websites also offer most of the above.
8& $0/5*/6& 50 &/+0: 4&37*/( "/% 4611-:*/( 7"4)0/ 3&4*%&/54 "4 8& $0/5*/6& 50 (308 0-%&3
7BTIPO )XZ 48 r www.countrystoreandgardens.com or countrystoreplants.com
and the
206-463-9800 r www.tvicr.com
�
‌now you can do both. –Eva Direct Trade, Organic, Traditionally Grown Coffee. A portion of our sales is donated to individuals and organizations committed to the reclamation and restoration of indigenous cultures and the natural environment.
Page 28
WWW.VASHONBEACHCOMBER.COM
VASHON’S
•
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 • Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
2010
Trigg Insurance
W
e are a full commercial and personal line insurance agency with a team approach and a personalized touch. Stop in and see us and bring your current policies along. We will review then with you and answer any questions you might have. Or just drop your policies off with us on the way to the ferry and pick up your quotes on the way back.
IN BUSINESS
“N ever limit yourself because of others’ limited imagination; never limit others because of your own limited imagination.� – Mae Jemison, Astronaut
Trigg Insurance Agency
Bryn Bjorklund Betsey Gleb bryn@trigginsurance.com betsey@trigginsurance.com
17425 Vashon Hwy SW 206-463-7411 www.trigginsurance.com
Dr. Nicole Maxwell, ND YOUR GUIDE ON THE PATH TO WELLNESS
A
ttaining health is a personal journey that everyone makes at some point in their life. It can be challenging, but the ultimate reward of wellbeing is within your reach. Dr. Nicole can help you achieve your personal health goals. Working out of Vashon Family Practice, Dr. Nicole offers a full range of natural medical services in a warm family practice atmosphere in a state of the art facility. Dr. Nicole Maxwell, ND She works with women, men, and children of all ages, and with many diverse and complex medical concerns. As a naturopath, Dr. Nicole addresses the underlying imbalances and finds practical solutions to restore equilibrium.
Call 463-2800 to make an appointment with Dr. Nicole. Visit Dr. Nicole on the web at www.drnicolemaxwell.com
Peggy Rubens-Ellis CREATIVE CROSSINGS
I
create experiential programs for girls, parents and educators on the topic of creating emotionally safe schools and decreasing incidents of relational aggression. I facilitate mother/daughter play dates for girls in grades 3-7.
Peggy Rubens-Ellis M.Ed
This school year there will be two mom/ daughter play dates on Vashon and two in Seattle. Girls can also come with step-moms, mentors, or grandmas.
Dates for the 2010 / 2011 school year:
The Women of CafĂŠ Luna
0DU UI t QN BU 4XFEJTI )PTQJUBM %FD UI t BN QN BU 7BTIPO *TMBOE 1SFTCZUFSJBO $IVSDI 'FC UI t QN BU 1BSFOU 5SVTU GPS 8BTIJOHUPO $IJMESFO "QSJM OE t QN BU 7BTIPO *TMBOE 1SFTCZUFSJBO $IVSDI
Back Row: Laura, Victoria, Sarah, Natalie, Kate Front Row: Anna, Heather
To register or get more information go to www.creative-crossings e-mail info@creative-crossings.com or call Peggy at 206-463-1682
T hank you for making us a part of your daily routine! CafĂŠ Luna
www.cafelunavashon.com r 463-0777
Workshops are fun, experiential, meaningful, artistic, revealing, interesting, celebratory, and joyful. See you there!
Creative Crossings — Helping pre-teen girls cross through to adolescence with self-esteem intact
Wednesday, October 20, 2010 • Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomber
VASHON’S
WWW.VASHONBEACHCOMBER.COM
•
2010
“L ife shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.” – Anais Nin
IN BUSINESS Remember, October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
25 years
Page 29
Anne Theiss & Sandy Blake
L Anne Theiss & Sandy Blake Owners
WINGS BIRDSEED CO. LLC
ongtime Islanders Anne Theiss and Sandy Blake realized their entrepreneurial dreams when they opened Wings Birdseed Company. Dedicated to providing quality merchandise for wild bird enthusiasts; they carry a variety of wild bird seed, suet and feeders, birdhouses, garden benches, wind chimes, birdbaths, flags, cards, as well as an assortment of books, maps and other educational materials, Their goal is to be a lively and friendly resource center for bird and nature lovers while doing their part in promoting a greener, more sustainable planet. As patrons of the Arts, they support local and regional artists and invite all to visit Wings Gallery every First Friday and throughout the month.
Coming soon: CheepShots Espresso serving exclusive Rain Forest Alliance coffee, locally roasted by Vashon Coffee Co.
Visit us Thursday - Sunday, 9-5 (next to Vashon Bicycle Shop).
The Women of Dr. Maki and Dr. Langland Dentistry
Thanks for Sharing Your Smile With Us! Front row, left to right: Kim Sudduth, Jill Yates, Tena Palmer. Back row, left to right: Jeanine Carlson, Sue Smith, Carol Maki, Shawna Jackson, Mandy Richards.
Dr. Marianne Twyman, MD COMPASSIONATE COACHING
F
acing surgery? Confused by your doctor’s explanations? Wondering how to manage your life and your diagnosis? Anxiety running away with you? I offer information and strategies for being on your own health care team as a full member. It is possible to sleep the night before surgery. Dealing with reproductive loss? I have worked in Women’s Health Care for 24 years, helping women with unplanned pregnancies and miscarriages. I am an experienced family practice trained Dr. Marianne Twyman, MD physician. I can translate Medicalese into English. I can listen and spend time with you as you deal with your medical situation. I am offering support and knowledge. Your own doctor will continue to diagnose and treat you.
PO Box 187, Vashon WA 98070 • 206-567-4053 mmarianne@centurytel.net
Michael L. Maki D.D.S. • Dr. Marc Langland D.D.S. 17425 Vashon Hwy. S.W. • 206-463-9282
Joanna Gardiner, OWNER Loving care for animals, plants and homes
I
have loved and cared for animals all my life. In 1996, I began taking care of animals in their homes when their families were away. Over the years, a business has grown until today we are a team of 10 loving, trained and experienced caregivers providing a wide range of animal services including home visits, walks, housesitting, doggy b & b’s, and large animal/farm care. We are also happy to look after homes, plants and gardens. We offer rides to the vet or groomer, woods and beach walks, and nursing care-giving pills, shots, fluids. Our goal is holistic: to attend to needs for physical comfort, safety, mental stimulation, communication, companionship, and love. We work with reliability, attention to detail, discretion, and compassion. And we have lots of fun! It’s hard work, but incredibly rewarding: doggy kisses, purrs, horse nuzzles. Thanks to all the island families who have entrusted the care of their non-human children to us. We are grateful for the love and friendship of the animals in our care.
567-0560 or 228-4841
Licensed, Bonded & Insured. Proud supporter of Vashon Island Pet Protectors
T
Lake Kennedy McCulloch, CPAS
he women of the Vashon Island office of Lake Kennedy McCulloch, CPAs (formerly R. Peter Lake, CPA) serve the firm’s local and international clients in a full range of financial services including… • Tax Preparation • Tax Planning • Financial & Business Consultation • Accounting •QuickBooks® Set-up & Support
…provided through environmentally-friendly, paperless systems of all Electronic Reporting, Filing, and Document Management.
Clockwise from top: Karol Lake, Barbara O’Block, Raven PyleMcCrackyn, Connie Sebastian, Kimberly Davis, Carla Pizzano
206-463-9944 10007 SW Bank Road