U B U R N A R E A

A PUBLICATION OF THE AUBURN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Auburn Algona Pacific

Dr. Jeffrey Matson, D.D.S.

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People choose to patronize businesses not based solely on price, but on the level of service received. This holds true for Dr. Matson’s practice. The office has been providing care for multi-generations of “Auburnites.” Family-friendly, where you are not a number but a person. The staff knows your name, your kids, pets and what you did on your last vacation. These details are many of the reasons people have continued to receive care from Dr. Matson. This is also the reason people refer friends and even strangers in the grocery store line and through social media to Dr. Matson when a mention is made that someone is looking for a dentist.

Despite a full, busy practice, Dr. Matson always has room for more. The passion he has for helping people be their best is contagious! He has a zest for life, and a dedication to great dental health for all.

Dr. Matson has been a member of the Auburn community for a long time. He has built a qualified caring team with a large of base of experience. Dr. Matson and his team are always happy to welcome more people into their family.

Find out more about Dr. Matson and his team

http://www.jeffmatsondds.com/

1314 8th Street Northeast, Suite 104 Auburn, WA 98002 (253) 833-6120

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Jeffrey Matson D.D.S.

Your Auburn Dental Home Visiting the dentist leaves many anxious, but Dr. Matson’s office provides a tranquil environment that quells those feelings. From the minute you walk into Dr. Matson’s office, you know the utmost care was taken in creating a space reminiscent of home. Your visit starts with a big smile and hello from Ruth at check-in, followed by a hot beverage to sip next to the cozy fire while you wait. Dr. Matson has spent years creating the perfect, welcoming space choosing inviting décor, accents and accessories throughout the space. The office is located at 1314 8th Street NE Suite 104. Though not the original location, it has been a mainstay here in Auburn since 1990. After graduating from Loma Linda University, California, Dr. Matson made the conscious decision to move home to Washington and begin his career in Auburn. When we asked “why Auburn”, his response was simple: Auburn has character and charm which reminds him of his childhood hometown of Sequim, Washington.

Dr. Matson has made it his commitment and mission to transform smiles and change lives. In order to achieve his mission for dental excellence, he has taken his more than twenty-five years of tried and true dental experience and combined those skills with the latest techniques and technology to provide each patient with the most current care possible.

Prime examples are the digital scanning system and 3D printer. These high-tech devices have revolutionized dentistry to enhance patient experience and allow dentists to give you the fastest and most effective treatment available. The 3D printer has the capability of printing a crown on site while you wait. No more waiting for the crown or onlay to arrive a couple of weeks later.

Building a successful dental practice has taken many years of hard work and dedication, but being able to give back has made the venture worthwhile. Realizing, there is a growing need in third world countries for dental care, Dr. Matson and his wife, Janey, of twenty-three years, packed up their dental equipment and traveled to a small village in Burkina Faso, Africa, on a personal mission to provide dental services to the people. This has become an annual trip for the two who are on a mission to brighten smiles around the world.

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Muckleshoot Casino has made history. Again.

Muckleshoot Casino is the first casino in the nation to offer wireless, full-motion, multi-player virtual reality (VR) gaming to guests! Called VRcade, this revolutionary system was created by VRstudios in Bellevue, Washington. Players don gear before being immersed in a full-scale zombie invasion, a Western-style shoot-out or an undersea adventure!

As an acknowledged leader in its field, Muckleshoot Casino continues its tradition of being the first to bring game-changing, world-class fun to guests with the launch of VRcade.

"VRstudios, and its industry leading VR technology and products, will allow us to bring a new form of immersive entertainment never before offered not only in the region, but in gaming. The addition of VRstudios’ system to Muckleshoot Casino reflects our commitment to delivering unique, must-experience entertainment to our guests,” said Conrad Granito, General Manager of Muckleshoot Casino. "We chose VRstudios for its superior VR capabilities, rich content and all-in-one suite of solutions. As the world of VR grows and evolves, we know VRstudios will continue to deliver exciting new forms of gameplay to our guests."

Guests can experience VRcade on select evenings and/or afternoons in Muckleshoot Casino’s Club Galaxy. Check each month’s promotional calendar at www.muckleshootcasino.com for exact dates and times. Game play is priced at $5 per session. Guests may purchase tickets at Club Galaxy’s bars during VRcade hours of operation. Cash or credit are accepted.

In spring 2016, Muckleshoot Casino hosted the world’s largest slot machine tournament as certified by GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS. A record-setting 3,173 players converged on Muckleshoot Casino to make history on April 30, 2016.

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Green River College New Auburn Center The Green River College Auburn Center opened its doors Dec. 1 to celebrate and show off the state-of-the-art facilities. The 31,499 square foot building, located at 1221 D St. NE in Auburn just east of Lowe’s and south of the Auburn Municipal Airport is home to several college programs that had outgrown their previous space. The third floor of the three story building is dedicated to the College’s Aviation Program, both the 2 year AA program and the new 4 year degree in Aeronautical Science. Advanced equipment in addition to classrooms which face the Auburn Airport runways provides students with several degree options. Aeronautical Science Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree has two options, Flight Operations and Aviation Operations Management. The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) has six options: Commercial Pilot, Air Traffic Control, Airline Dispatch, Air Transportation, Airport Management and Unmanned Aerial Systems. A new Small Business Center (SBDC) is located on the second floor of the new Auburn Center. Certified Business Advisors are available to help small business owners or those interested in starting a small business at no charge. Services provided include business plan development, capital formation, business management practices and marketing. The services are funded by state and local grant dollars. Transitional Studies and Continuing Education also occupies space on the second floor. Adult Basic Education and Intensive English as a Second Language classes are held daily and evenings. Continuing Education business and lifelong learning classes are also held in the evenings and some Saturdays.

The first floor of the new Auburn Center is home to Washington Environmental Training Center (WETRC) and Washington Certification Services (WCS). Both programs are dedicated to the delivery of safe drinking water to Washington residents. WETRC provides AA degrees in water and wastewater technology as well as continuing education classes for the states 7,000 water/wastewater operators at local municipalities and water districts. WCS is contracted by the WA Department of Health to provide certification exams for water/wastewater operators.

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Merrill Gardens at Auburn

Our brand-new senior living community is almost ready and we can’t wait to throw open our doors and welcome residents to their new home next month!

Construction is nearing completion and we anticipate that we will be ready for residents to begin moving in sometime in February. Leasing has been moving at a brisk pace and our team, led by General Manager Lynda Krill, is ready to help residents choose their new home. The leasing office is open at 14 South Division Street (right across the street from the community) and we encourage anyone who is interested to drop by and visit Monday through Saturday from 9:00am until 5:00pm.

“The excitement is really building as we get closer to opening. Residents are getting ready to make the big move and we can’t wait to share the Merrill Gardens lifestyle. Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities – and we are ready to do just that!” says Krill.

Merrill Gardens at Auburn is smack dab in the heart of downtown Auburn and the community will offer independent living, assisted living and memory care for senior residents. There is no large up front buy in and we offer month to month rental that includes dining, housekeeping, 24-hour staffing, scheduled transportation and a well-rounded activities program. We also welcome small pets.

“For those who are considering the move to Merrill Gardens at Auburn, now is the time! Residents can find the apartment that best suits their needs and learn about Merrill Gardens signature programs - including our Enjoy More Anytime Dining program. Our restaurant style dining room is open from 7am to 7pm with no set meal hours and residents can visit throughout the day for meals (and snacks!) as often as they like,” said Krill.

For more information about Merrill Gardens at Auburn call 253-258-3263 or 425-220-2497

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