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| Leita Hermanson Crossfield |
Welcome to Upside Downtown and the Sparks for Innovation Newsletter. Upside Downtown. Caring. Connecting. Communicating. Working together for humanity, community, and connection
in Everett and beyond.
(425)344-7599.
We publish a FREE e-mail Newsletter in coordination with the Upside Downtown
web site and we welcome your submissions. Copyright 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007. Leita Hermanson Crossfield. All rights
reserved.
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Whether you're a survivor or a loved one, dealing with PTSD can be a lonely journey. Fortunately, there is help. Click on
the image above for a great starting point in your journey. "My mission is to ensure that other people never have to be alone
with the pain of PTSD, struggling to heal without help or support." --Patience Mason
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Patience Mason publishes the website, patiencepress.com as well as books such as "Recovering from the War...", news articles,
and information about her and her husband's personal experience with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and how she and
they, found healing in their journey. This site and her written works have been highly recommended to me, and I have read
many, which have all been very helpful. Her most recent work is "Home from the War," which can be downloaded directly from
her website. Her site is full of information, and other useful documents which you can download as well, some for free.
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| Leita and Robert |
WHAT'S NEW?
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For more details on Jennifer R. Bartley's book, Designing the New Kitchen Garden An American Potager Handbook, click here.
Well, it's fall, almost winter, and while I did plant a garden, it didn't quite look like the one featured on the cover
of Jennifer Bartley's book. The four raised beds I created are now empty. The only thing remaining are the Sweet Peas, which
are still climbing up the back fence. I learned a lot this year, and relied a lot on Mel Bartholomew's book "Square Foot Gardening,"
which is excellent and a book I'd recommend to anyone starting a garden. Let me know if you have a garden, small or large,
even if it's just a few containers of tomatoes. I'll also be sharing information I've gathered from my own research into living
an organic lifestyle. I'd love to hear your news and stories, too. So stop in often, e-mail, or call me at 425-344-7599.DIV>
For more information about Kitchen Gardening and the International Kitchen Garden Day 2007, click here.
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SELECTED ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
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FRIDAYS SATURDAYS. MUSIC AT ESPRESSO AMERICANO, At the Main Library branch, downtown Everett, 2702 Hoyt. 7-9 P.M every
Friday and Saturday night. No cover, no age limit, kids welcome. Espresso Americana is also now at the Everett Transit Station.
Same great coffee, freshly made sandwiches and salads, and, of course, great local artwork.
COLBY ARCADE ART AND DOWNTOWN SCULPTURE EXHIBIT features sculptures in the downtown core. The Colby Arcade leads from the
EverPark Garage to Colby, next to Renee's. The downtown art sculpture exhibit is sponsored in part by Craig Skotdal/Skotdal
Real Estate, John Haugen/Crown Photo Systems and Rodney Moody. Sculptures are for sale. For more information: Van Valey House,
2130 Colby Ave, Everett, WA 98201, (425) 257-8300.
EVERETT PUBLIC LIBRARY HOSTS MANY COMMUNITY EVENTS. From free children's plays to Puppet Shows, a Mother-Daughter Books Group,
and kids story times, the library has many activities to please all. Call 425-257-8030. Events are held at the Main Library
on Hoyt and at the Evergreen Branch. www.epls.org.
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QUOTES FROM READERS
“Hi Leita! I just wanted to drop a line to you to say I am so happy for you that your husband is home safe and sound.
This must be a huge relief to you, even in the midst of readjusting to life with your partner around. I bet Robert is pleased
as punch. I admire your strength and positive attitude through your husband's absence. Not everyone can handle those circumstances.
I'm glad you were rewarded with his safe return. This also keeps me grounded in the knowledge that not all strong spouses
get the same happy result - and they are in my heart and thoughts always,” MJ.
“Hi Leita, Thanks, as always for your newsletter. I went to the Neighborhoods section and noticed a couple of tiny
things that could do with some tweaking: On the right hand description part: the description of the neighborhoods says "Bayside
encompasses most of downtown". Oh boy, somebody from Pt Gardner might take exception to that. The boundary is Hewitt so we
actually kind of share the core and they have the train station and all of the industrial stuff around it. Also, Mary Ehrlich
is still showing up as the Chair - Elle is correctly mentioned on the left side. Keep up the good work. Thanks again.”
Valerie.
“Hi Leita!!! Thank you so much for what you are doing for our community! Your newsletter is wonderful, and I'm sure
it's making a big difference to the many events in our area!!!! I'm so glad that your husband is home safely. A big thank
you to him and to you for his service. I'm looking forward to seeing you again soon!” – Myrna.
“A special thanks from me to your husband for making sure that my family
is safe each and every day.” Mark.
“Hi, Leita: I enjoyed reading that your husband made it home safely and that Robert and he were enjoying doing ‘dad’
things together. Also, there's so much going on in Everett. I really believe you're making a difference by keeping everyone
connected and informed.” Keep up the good work! Llynda.
“Leita, I probably have stated this before but it deserves to be stated again. Thank you so much for the weekly updates
on the Everett happenings. It helps me to stay connected to Everett (since I have left employment in Everett). I am glad
that your husband is back home. Take care! Have a great weekend!” Tammy.
“Dear Leita Hermanson: Thank you for having me on your e-mail
subscription of Upside Downtown. I am a member of the
Bayside Neighborhood, which incorporates most of the
downtown businesses. I wanted to inform you and your
readers of a Neighborhood event that is coming up, Clarke Park Bazaar.” Aileen M. Langhans.
"Your e-newsletter is GREAT. I really caught up on what is going on in town!" David Shaw, Arts Presenting & Organizational
Development, Art Beat, 425.444.5052 phone-message-fax, www.artbeatshows.org.
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| Leita Hermanson Crossfield (click photo to learn more) |
CONNECTING. COMMUNICATING. WORKING TOGETHER.
Thank you for visiting Upside Downtown. Upside Downtown was originally created to provide relevant and helpful information
to help downtown stakeholders, businesses and organizations make connections and to spread the word about downtown Everett,
to be a catalyst to help make downtown a more vibrant place to live, work, learn and play. We've expanded our focus to include
healthy living, with a special focus on organic kitchen gardening and a simpler, more healthy lifestyle.
Please feel free to browse our site to learn about downtown Everett. If you're a visitor, click on our Visitor's guide where
you'll find a wealth of information especially for you. At this site, you'll find the important associations , groups and
businesses that make up our downtown; an online Visitor's Guide that features dining, shopping, entertainment, accomodations
and more; a constantly updated events calendar; important downtown news; important information to grow your business as well
as future plans, marketing opportunities and more. This site is constantly evolving, and we'll be adding more content all
the time. We also welcome your suggestions.
Our vision is that Upside Downtown can be the voice and the clearing house that downtown groups and others can tap into, so
that we can all work together to augment and support the efforts of the many non-profits, organizations, groups and businesses
that are all working in our city to make it an even better place to live, work, learn and play.
From riverfront to waterfront, together, we will choreograph Everett into a beautifully orchestrated community symphony. We
hope you will join us in these efforts, and thank you for your inspiration.
With warm regards,
Leita
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Friday, June 27, 2003
Savor the moments
As summer is now upon us, I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to talk about how important it is to slow down,
take some time, enjoy the long days, the sunshine, the great outdoors, the moments that make up our lives. I probably need
this reminder more than anyone. In our culture, all too often we get caught up in work, in endless activities, meetings, timelines
and it’s easy to lose sight of why we are doing all of this.
Most of us don’t drink enough water, 8 glasses a day is needed, yet this is our body’s most necessary nutrient. We don’t get
up to stretch, to walk, to exercise enough, and we often don’t eat enough of the right foods, or take enough time to reflect,
to meditate, to savor the moment. But just like a mechanical object, a machine, this neglect can lead to breakdown. All of
our to-do lists, or successes will mean nothing if at the end of the day, we have neglected our own spirit.
We must take care of ourselves, and our community too.
12:24 pm est
Saturday, June 21, 2003
Summer is here.
With vacations and garden wandering on the mind, it's a tough time to think about business. Afterall, our great outdoors,
water, mountains and land beckon. But the work of continuing to build our downtown doesn't go on vacation. With the new Tulalip
Casino open, the Everett Mall redevelopment beginning, and the new Events Center soon to be open, downtown will need to work
hard to keep itself in the forefront of people's hearts and minds. We have much to offer and one of our greatest challenges
is communicating what we do offer. Let's start now.
1:44 pm est
Monday, June 16, 2003
Summer is here
Now that the kids are out of school for the summer, it's time to plan fun excursions around town. Check out the Children's
Museum, the Arts Council store and gallery, The Everett Performing Arts Center, the historic Everett Theatre, the YMCA for
swimming and lots of fun things for kids to do, and of course all the great parks you'll find in our city. Don't forget the
shops in downtown Everett, or the great places to eat.
9:43 pm est
Friday, June 13, 2003
Downtown Treasures
I'm calling today's theme "Downtown Treasures.” That’s because I continue to find truly wonderful places and events going
on in and around downtown. This week, it’s the new Everett Farmer’s Market, the Garden’s of Merit Tour, and the Gaylord House
Bed & Breakfast and the Silent’s Please at historic Everett Theatre.. You'llfind detailed information on the Events page,
and in the Your News Section. New items being added all the time.
1:54 pm est
Tuesday, June 10, 2003
Let's work together
With so many opportunities that lie ahead in our community, I would like to encourage us all to work together, to shop local,
to find out about the business next door or down the street, or around the corner. Downtown Everett has so much to offer from
great restaurants to retail to specialty shops to dry cleaners, to dentists, banks, law firms, print shops and more. And
it all comes with a great view, and less hassle than other places. Enjoy downtown Everett.
8:46 pm est
Sunday, June 8, 2003
We hope you had a nice weekend!
Downtown Everett has a lot to offer and soon, you'll find it all right here. Enjoy your visit today.
After you review this site, please let us know what you think. You should also know that this site was created by me, as a
totally volunteer and independent community service project and, as of yet, without funding from any source. It springs out
of the many volunteer activities I have undertaken. It is my goal to augment and support the various downtown groups, organizations,
activities and businesses, some of which I have listed here. The opinions and ideas reflected here are solely mine and do
not necessarily reflect the opinions or ideas of the organizations or people which I serve or have listed here. My listing
of any group does not constitute their endorsement of these ideas unless expressly stated. As this effort grows, I hope you
will support this endeavor and help me to make it a valuable resource for our community. Enjoy your visit.
1:19 pm est
Tuesday, June 3, 2003
Welcome to our temporary home
This is our temporary home, so please excuse the various signs of construction. We are building our permanent website which
will go live soon. In the meantime, please take a look around. You can still find a wealth of information about downtown,
and, we'll post ideas, comments and suggestions, here, to keep you updated about downtown news, events and issues.
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Copyright 2007, Leita Hermanson Crossfield, Upside Down. Upside Downtown is a program of Upside Down, PO Box 1945 Everett
WA 98206. (425) 344-7599.
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