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• Are Professional Facial Treatments REALLY Important?

• Insights into Kashmir Family Aid

• The Hasson Company’s Buccola Group Announces New REO Marketing Program  

• Increasing Sales Through Networking

• Central Oregon Proudly Celebrating Love & Diversity

• 2^nd Annual “Brewfest at the Crest”

• Free Neil Kelly Seminars

• High Desert Museum and the Deschutes Public Library Partner

• High Desert Rendezvous at High Desert Museum

• Nelson Retirement Party

• Northwest Crossing Building Receives LEED Silver Certification

• Summer at the Museum: New Wildlife Shows, Nature Walks, Living History

• The Hasson Company: Major Sponsor of Bend’s Pole Pedal Paddle Competition Donates Water, Bike and Lots of Heart

• Winning At Sales

• New Exhibition: Healing Power of Plants Opens June 6 at High Desert Museum

Are Professional Facial Treatments REALLY Important?
By Debra Simpkins, Bend Skin CO. 

     In a word, yes! But you say you can wash your own face, thank you very much. And you can brush your own teeth too, but you still see your dental hygienist twice a year, right? So if it’s your opinion that a Facial Treatment by an Aesthetician is purely for pampering, you need to know how your skin will benefit from treatments. You’ll realize how important regular Facials are to skin rejuvenation, not only for women but men as well.
     Your skin is the largest organ in your body, protecting the internal systems as well as being a facility to rid the body of toxins. Dead skin cells rise to the surface each day. With the accumulation of these cells, the skin will begin to appear dull and tired because it can’t breathe. The pores become clogged with impurities and toxins aren’t eliminated efficiently. 
     Facials remove the top dead layers of skin and thoroughly cleanse the pores, enabling newer, healthier skin cells to surface. Regular Facial treatments help to stimulate circulation which is vital to cellular renewal. They also strengthen muscle fibers which can slow the aging process.
     Here are the steps to the comprehensive Treatment Facial that I follow: The skin is cleansed thoroughly then exfoliated. A steamer is used to further open the pores. A skin analysis using a magnification light is preformed. Removal of deep congestion in the pores is completed. The next step, the massage, is the luxury of the facial and encompasses the shoulders, upper back, décolleté’, neck and face. The benefit is that relaxed muscles delay the onset of wrinkles. A skin-appropriate mask is then applied and during this time a hand/arm or foot/leg massage is done. The treatment is completed with an eye cream and moisturizer tailored for your individual skin type. Additional procedures are added for Specialized Facials such as acne, firming, skin resurfacing, or hydrating.
     The types of products used are an integral component of Facial treatments as well. We all seem to gravitate towards “all natural” ingredients for everything in our lives these days and skin care products for treatments as well as home use are no different. The skin is a living, breathing organism, so treat it as such with products that contain organically sourced ingredients, plant and fruit extracts, essential oils and hydrosols (plant waters) that soothe, purify, firm, and hydrate.
     Facials are generally 35 to 75 minutes in length, so allow enough time in your schedule for the kind of facial you’re looking for.  It is advisable to begin regular Facials in your 20’s and ideally should be done once a month.
     So, treat yourself or someone you love to healthy, radiant skin!
     For more information, please visit www.bendskinco.com

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Insights into Kashmir Family Aid
By Christopher Stollar, Kashmir Family Aid Director 

     Indians killed Danish Khawaja’s father.
     The 12-year-old Pakistani boy with dark brown eyes lost his dad as a child to militants from India who fought for the controversial plot of land called Kashmir.
     Like many Kashmiris, Danish’s father was a jihadist in the India-Pakistan conflict. And like many children in the region, Danish could have easily joined a jihadist group to strike back at those who killed his father.
     Instead, he chose to become a doctor.
     “I want to help people,” Danish said between classes on a muggy May morning in Muzaffarabad, the capital city of Azad Kashmir.
     Danish is just one of hundreds of students supported by Kashmir Family Aid, a Bend-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit. The group assists children in Pakistan’s North-West Frontier Province and in Azad Kashmir, where the Oct. 8, 2005 earthquake killed at least 73,000, left 3 million homeless and destroyed 8,000 of the region’s 11,000 primary and secondary schools.
     Founded in 2005 by Sam Carpenter and directed by Christopher Stollar, KFA’s primary goal is to counter poverty and terrorism in the region by providing secular education to quake-affected children.
     No politics. No religion.
     Instead, KFA focuses on math, science, history and English as an alternative to madrassas, Islamic fundamentalist schools. Some teach militant jihad to young children who will ultimately land paid jobs as jihadists once they become teenagers.
     Since 2005, KFA has supported six private schools and about 1,200 students. Carpenter and Stollar toured some of these schools in May, directly handing cash to the teachers themselves.
     Kashmir Family Aid’s new plans include constructing a building for orphans who currently study in tents because the 2005 earthquake destroyed their former building – crushing dozens of students. Teachers there make less than $60 a month and have not been paid for eight months. During the May visit, KFA covered some of their back wages.
     Kashmir Family Aid also plans to pay other teachers, build bathrooms for schools that can have 400 students to one toilet, add classrooms to a primary school and, in some cases, provide general aid to destitute families.
     KFA relies on recurring donations from corporate sponsors.
     Less than $1,000 a month funds an entire school of 200 students with a faculty of 12. KFA will even take interested donors to Pakistan and Kashmir to meet the children – and see the schools for themselves.
     For comprehensive information, visit www.kashmirfamily.org or call Stollar at 541-385-1970. 

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The Hasson Company’s Buccola Group Announces New REO Marketing Program  

     Foreclosure is a term used often when speaking about the state of the recent real estate market. According to the April RealtyTrac U.S. Foreclosure Market Report, Oregon’s foreclosure rates jumped 121 percent from April 2007. Approximately 1,627 properties were in some stage of foreclosure in April, which equates to one in every 975 households in the state. Nationally, more than 243,353 properties were in foreclosure in April, or one in every 519 U.S. households.
     Along with foreclosures come Real Estate-Owned homes (REOs), which are homes that have been foreclosed and taken back by banks or other financial institutions. These homes are then re-listed with a Realtor to sell. These days, it is not uncommon to see more and more yard signs with “Bank Owned” banners displayed.
     In response to this increasing phenomenon, The Buccola Group, led by Gene Buccola with The Hasson Company’s Bend branch, has developed a strategy to sell these homes quickly and effectively.
     A real estate professional for 30 years, Buccola and his team have worked with a number of financial firms over the years and understand how to carefully manage the many details of third-party sales like REOs.
     “We know the responsibilities involved in being the ‘eyes and ears’ for lending organizations,” says Buccola. “In a market like the one we currently find ourselves in, banks don’t want to sit on their inventory; they want their listings to move immediately. Our team has the local expertise that financial institutions rely on to get REO homes sold as quickly as possible.”

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Increasing Sales Through Networking

“To be successful at networking, you have to give, give, give.”   --Jill Konrath  

     Are you satisfied with your networking results? Are you maintaining a successful network? In this 2 hour session, we will focus on:

• Why should you network?

• Developing a positive attitude for networking

• Preparing for networking events

• Tips for successful  networking

• Networking etiquette

• Maintaining your network

      This session will take place on June 27 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at MidOregon Credit Union located at 1386 NE Cushing Drive, Bend. The cost is $25 and pre-registration is required. For more information or to sign up call 550-0272 or visit www.danamics.net

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2^nd Annual “Brewfest at the Crest” 

     Mark your calendars, the second annual “BrewFest at the Crest” will be held at Eagle Crest Resort on Saturday, June 28, 2008. In addition to your favorite brews, this year’s brewfest will feature live music from State of Jefferson.
     Attendees will enjoy some of the finest seasonal and limited production microbrews along with great food from local vendors. Participating brewers include Deschutes Brewery, Cascade Lakes Brewing Company, Silver Moon Brewing, Stone Brewing, Sierra Nevada, Full Sail Brewing Company, Anderson Valley Brewing Company, Caldera Brewing Company, Lagunitas Brewing Company, Kona Brewing Company and more.  Also joining this year’s event are many vendors from Eagle Crest’s summer artisan and craft Tuesday Market.
     A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit Family Access Network of Central Oregon, an organization committed to building a healthy community by alleviating the suffering of children in need.
     For additional information contact: Paul Panteleon, Eagle Crest Resort, Ph: (541) 548-9592,
paulp@jeld-wencommunities.com
     Entry to the event is $5 and includes a “BrewFest at the Crest” logo stein and 3 tasting tickets.  Additional tickets are $1 each.  “Brewfest at the Crest” t-shirts will be available for $10 each.   

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Free Neil Kelly Seminars

     Are you looking at doing some home improvements? Visit the Neil Kelly showroom on July 12 and take part in these free seminars.
     At 10:00 a.m., designer consultant Suzie Farley Clarke and project manager Nate Ewen will present a comprehensive session covering all aspects of Building A Custom Home. The discussion will include a range of topics from site and space planning to sustainable building practices and selection of materials and finishes.
     At 11:30 a.m., designer-consultant Michael Mahoney will present a seminar on Kitchen Design and Remodeling. He will cover the design process and how to plan an efficient kitchen workspace, including appliance and cabinet selections.
     At 1:00 p.m., closet sales consultant Bob Coltrane will present the latest trends in efficient Closet Design, including closet and storage systems for both new and existing homes, with information on a new "healthy" closet system by Neil Kelly Cabinets.
     The Neil Kelly showroom is located at 190 NE Irving Ave. If you have questions or need more information, call 541-382-7580.

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High Desert Museum and the Deschutes Public Library Partner

     The High Desert Museum and the Deschutes Public Library have partnered in a new effort to bring the nationally acclaimed Museum experience to the community. The new Desert Explorers Pass, good for free admission to the High Desert Museum, is available for checkout at all Deschutes Public Library branches.
     The pass is good for two adults (13 and older) and two children (12 and under). Children 4 and under are always free. The pass is available at library checkout desks.
     The pass may be checked out with a library card to anyone age 17 and older. Users save their library receipt and turn it in at the entrance to the High Desert Museum. The pass is valid for one week, and is good for one visit each time you check it out.
     For more information, contact the Deschutes Public Library, 541.617.7097; or the High Desert Museum at 541.382.4754.

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High Desert Rendezvous at High Desert Museum

     Don’t miss this great High Desert tradition. The 19th Annual High Desert Rendezvous on August 2, 5 p.m. – 10 p.m., featuring the Best of the West Auction and Gala and gourmet hors d’oeuvres and dinner and hosted bar by Sunriver Resort.
     In addition, special, close-up wildlife encounters and appearances from living history personalities make this a fabulous evening to raise funds for a nationally recognized treasure. All proceeds benefit the Museum’s wildlife and cultural exhibitions and school programs.
     Dress in your best Western duds and be ready to bid in live and silent auctions of Western art, one-of-a-kind works of jewelry, and fabulous Western adventures and vacations exclusive to this event.
     Tickets for the Museum’s largest fundraiser of the year sell quickly, so get yours now, buckaroo!
     Made possible by Wells Fargo Private Bank. Tickets for non-members are $225 for a single and $350 for couples. Members tickets are $175 for a single and $300 for couples.
     Call the Museum at 541.382.4754, ext 244.  

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     You are invited to the Bend-La Pine School District as it celebrates the dynamic career of Dr. Doug Nelson and all that he has done for its students, staff, and community. Feel free to drop-by this open house style event.
     The event will take place on Monday, June 16 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Riverhouse Convention Center in Bend.
     Dr. Nelson is retiring from his position as Bend-La Pine Schools Superintendent on June 30.
     Thanks to Mid Oregon Credit Union and the Riverhouse for hosting this great event!

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Northwest Crossing Building Receives LEED Silver Certification

     NorthWest Crossing, an award-winning mixed-use Central Oregon neighborhood, has announced that a second building in its Neighborhood Center has received its final Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design for Core and Shell (LEED-CS) Program certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) at the Silver level. The building currently houses Riley’s Market, Umpqua Bank and other local businesses, and is the second NorthWest Crossing building to receive the silver rating from LEED this year.
     “NorthWest Crossing is to be congratulated for achieving LEED certification,” said Rick Fedrizzi, President, CEO, Founding Chair of USGBC. “The silver certification of two buildings in the NorthWest Crossing Neighborhood Center sends a message that the community cares about the health of the buildings’ users and employees.”
     The two-story, 12,960-square-foot building houses a mix of lower level retail and upper level office space, and is located on NW Crossing Drive. It was designed by Steele Associates, a LEED-accredited architectural firm.
     LEED-CS is a green building rating system for designers, builders, developers and new building owners who want to address sustainable design for new core and shell construction. Core and shell covers base building elements such as structure, envelope and the HVAC system. The LEED-CS Rating System encourages the implementation of green design and construction practices in areas over which the developer has control. LEED-CS works to set up a synergistic relationship, which allows future tenants to capitalize on green strategies implemented by the developer.
     This building also won the Grand Award for Green Building in the 2008 Awards of Excellence administered by the National Commercial Builders Council (NCBC) of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The Awards of Excellence program recognizes achievements in the national commercial building industry in design, market appeal, energy efficiency, challenges faced during building and overall success of the project. 

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Summer at the Museum: New Wildlife Shows, Nature Walks, Living History

DAILY
     10:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. Desert Dwellers: Live Animals and Birds In Flight Show
     High Desert wildlife display their natural behaviors –owls and hawks swoop over your head, badgers show off their amazing digging skills, meet a turkey vulture and more – as you learn animals’ roles in Native American legends. Meet the wildlife close-up following the program.
     11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. – 1880 High Desert Homestead Ranch
     Go back more than a century, and meet homesteaders on a High Desert ranch. Join them in chores about the cabin, cooking supper, or gold panning.
     2 p.m. –Behind-the-Scenes Wildlife Tours
     See wildlife in their habitats behind-the-scenes, and learn about them from the experts in this hour-long tour. $15. Members, $10. 

WEEKDAYS
     9:30 a.m. Nature Walks
     Join a museum naturalist for a leisurely half-mile walk on our paved trail and identify the healing plants of the High Desert. Get a closer look at the wildflowers, birds, and other wildlife that live in the forest around the Museum. Binoculars and field guides provided.
     10:30 a.m. Totally Touchable Tales (Tuesdays)
     Sensory-filled storytelling about animals and people of the High Desert.  You never know what will happen - crafts, puppets or maybe a live animal appearance!  

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The Hasson Company: Major Sponsor of Bend’s Pole Pedal Paddle Competition Donates Water, Bike, and Lots of Heart

     As a major sponsor of the 32^nd annual U.S. Bank Pole Pedal Paddle competition in Central Oregon a few weeks ago, the Hasson Company hosted a booth, giving away more than 300 bottles of water and hundreds of snack bars to event competitors and spectators.
     In partnership with Steve Mora of Select Lending Services, LLC, The Hasson Company held a raffle at the Pole Pedal Paddle event for a new 26” Clear Creek Schwinn bicycle. The winner of the raffle was Tom Metcalfe of Bend.
     The company’s Bend branch had two teams participating in the competition: The Negotiators and the Hasson Hurricanes, which finished the race with times of two hours, 45 minutes and 12 seconds and two hours, 50 minutes and 31 seconds, respectively. The Negotiators came in 31^st out of 52 teams and Hasson Hurricanes came in 38^th Place.
     The Hasson Hurricanes Team included:
Tim Buccola – Downhill ski
Rebecca Charlton – Nordic cross country
Randall Kemp - Cycle
Mollie Hogan - Run
Kira Bailey – Paddle (canoe)
Candy Buccola – Paddle (canoe)
Mark Fisher - Sprint
     The Negotiators Team included:
Carey McQuate – Downhill ski
Nancy Dyer – Nordic cross country ski
Aaron Brandt - Cycle
Suzanne Flegel - Run
Fran McCormick – Paddle (kayak)
Bill Berger – Sprint
     At the kid’s Pole Pedal Paddle event on Sunday, May 18, 2008, 20 Hasson agents volunteered by setting up the obstacle courses and assisting the children as needed during the day.
     “Our agents are dedicated to the Central Oregon community and genuinely enjoy working together in and out of the office,” says Berger, managing principal broker of the company’s Bend branch.

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Winning At Sales

     “All of us are involved in selling every day.  Whenever we present a product or a principle, inform a client, or instruct a child, we are engaging in the art of effective persuasion.”   ---Zig Ziglar
     Are your sales activities generating the anticipated results? Are you reaching the decision makers and understanding their needs? In this 2 hour session, we will focus on:

• Creating a sales attitude

• Prospecting those who want to buy your products and services

• Identifying and understanding the Buying/Selling process

• Learn to ask effective questions

• Strategies to transforming your organization into a sales dynamo

• Leading your organization to focus on results

     This session will take place on July 11 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Mid Oregon Credit Union located at 1386 NE Cushing Drive, Bend. The cost is $25 and pre-registration is required. For more information or to sign up call 550-0272 or visit www.danamics.net 

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New Exhibition: Healing Power of Plants Opened June 6 at High Desert Museum

     Throughout history, plants have played a significant role in treating disease. Even today, a quarter of all prescription drugs are likely to contain ingredients derived from plants.
     Despite advances in modern medicine, rich traditions of herbal medicine have continued in many parts of the world. More than 80 percent of the world’s population still depends on local remedies made almost exclusively from plants. In the past few decades a resurgence of interest in botanical medicine has occurred in the United States.
     The Healing Power of Plants, a traveling exhibit developed by the University of Colorado Museum of Natural History, opened June 6 at the High Desert Museum. In connection with the exhibit, the Museum is highlighting four plants of the High Desert: Western juniper, willow, wild rose and Oregon grape, and how Native Americans and immigrants used them and how they are used today.
     Visitors can learn to identify these plants by joining a museum naturalist for plant walks led weekdays at 9:30 a.m. for the duration of the exhibit, which closes on Sept. 21.

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