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hris and Jessica Pappas opened Pappy’s The Original in April of this year on the ground floor of the DocuTap building, located on the bustling corner of Ninth Street and Phillips Avenue in downtown Sioux Falls. If you are up on your history, you know that this corner was the center of activity in 19th century Sioux Falls, serving as the home to the notable Cataract Hotel. The hotel was the place to socialize, meet the stagecoach and pick up your mail. When the city founders established a numbering system for house and business addresses, they used Ninth and Phillips as square one. Over the years, this corner developed into a financial center
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with the opening of banks and investment companies, and it remains that way today. The corner’s history served as inspiration to Chris and Jessica as they looked to once again create a place where people could come to eat, drink and socialize. They also took cues from the financial character of the area in putting together the menu at Pappy’s, where sandwiches carry the names of U.S. Presidents who appear on our coins and paper money. For breakfast, you can have a Washington, Lincoln or Jefferson. At lunch or dinner, you may go for a Jackson, Grant, Franklin or Hamilton.
These aren’t just ordinary sandwiches. They feature tasty ingredients like corn cob smoked bacon, Havarti cheese, dried cranberries, spinach, broccoli slaw, figs, feta cheese, baby greens, truffle infused mayonnaise and Certified Angus Pot Roast. There’s also “Pappy’s Famous Chicken Salad” made with chicken breast and fire roasted thigh meat tossed with pistachios and dried cranberries in a Greek yogurt dressing. The owners brought in Shonna Haugen to serve as head chef and manager. With more than 20 years’ experience in the Sioux Falls restaurant scene, Haugen was ready to help create a oneof-a-kind experience for customers.
“There’s an old saying if you choose a job you love, you never have to work a day in your life,” says Haugen, “and that’s the way I feel every day here at Pappy’s.” While some of the menu items are available every day, such as the presidential sandwiches and their Ultimate Greek Yogurt Bar, you never know what may show up as a feature item. It might be a smoky Cuban sandwich or a new twist on an old standby like grilled cheese with tomato soup. Haugen likes to put her own spin on the dishes, like using her great aunt June’s coleslaw recipe. And, she’ll customize dishes for customers with special dietary needs.
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Hours: Sunday – Closed • Monday 6am-2pm • Tuesday-Friday 6am-8pm • Saturday 8am-8pm Pappy’s The Original • 101 S. Phillips Avenue • 605-274-7074 • www.pappystheoriginal.com Dakota, you can choose from varieties like FlameKissed, Black Hills Gold or Highlander Grogg. If you are a tea drinker, Pappy’s carries TEALEAVES TEA, and they are the only spot in South Dakota where you can find these teas, known for their artisan handcrafted, small batch leaves from the far corners of the world. For a nutritional boost, try one of their Greek yogurt blended smoothies, such as the Almond Be Joyful with almond milk, semi-sweet chocolate and coconut flakes; the Green Super Hero with kale, agave nectar and chia seeds; or the Macho Man with pumpkin seeds, buckwheat honey and dried figs. Pappy’s also has beer and wine license, and they change up some of the offerings with the seasons, so you can find a shandy beer in the summer and an Oktoberfest variety in the fall. They even managed to find a white wine from a Pappas label (no relation), so of course that had to go on the menu. Haugen says everyone at Pappy’s has been enjoying meeting customers and hearing customers’ ideas for the menu. With the changing seasons, she says patrons can expect some new additions to the menu, like paninis, soups and stews…but with a little of the Pappy’s “flair” added. Be sure to find Pappy’s the Original on Facebook and on Instagram to stay up-to-date on the latest features.
“We have some folks who can’t do dairy or wheat, so we will come up with great options for them,” she says. “I had a customer who had a condition that made it hard to swallow, so I put together a delicious and nutritious smoothie. I love to create for our customers.” Some of Haugen’s creations can be found on the menu at neighbor business Wood Grain Brewing Company. “Our barbeque chicken pizza is popular over there. The sauce is just the right blend, of smoke, sweet and spice.” The environment at Pappy’s is warm and inviting, and the windows provide a great view of the activity along Phillips Avenue. A patio provides a relaxing space to eat and relax while sipping a cup of Dark Canyon coffee. Roasted right here in South
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egan Herlyn is one of a growing number of women finding success in agricultural careers Changing leaves, cooler temperature, and trips to the pumpkin patch are all signs that fall has arrived in South Dakota. Across rural South Dakota, another iconic sign of fall is combines and grain trucks moving through corn and soybean fields. The fall harvest means long hours for farm families as well of thousands of other South Dakotans who work to make sure the harvested grain is tested, stored and shipped to customers in the state and around the world. In 2014 alone, South Dakota farmers raised more than 787 million bushels of corn and nearly 230 million bushels of soybeans. Megan Herlyn is a grain originator at Central Farmers Cooperative in Lyons, South Dakota, where she works with farmers to purchase the grain they harvest. For Megan, working at the elevator allows her to continue her passion for agriculture that she developed while growing up on her family’s farm near Marion. “My sisters and I spent a lot of time helping my dad with chores around the farm,” said Megan. “Whenever we had a problem with a job, he would encourage us to keep trying and find a solution. ‘Can’t’ wasn’t a word that we could use on the farm,” she said. Megan began working at Central Farmers in 2012 after graduating from Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa, with a degree in Finance. Megan is one of an increasing number of women who are finding professional success in agricultural careers. Whether as an active partner in a farming or ranching operation, or in an agricultural sales, service or research industry, the opportunities for women in agriculture continue to grow. In fact, according to the most recent USDA census, nearly 30 percent of U.S. farmers are women. The work ethic Megan learned on her family’s farm has carried over to her career, especially during the busy harvest season. From early October through mid-November, Central Farmers Cooperative’s Lyons location will take delivery of about 7 million bushels of corn and 2 million bushels of soybeans. They will take in about the same amount throughout the year from farmers who stored their harvested grain on their own farms first, then bring it to the elevator to sell at a later date. The Lyons elevator is one of seven Central Farmers Coop elevators in eastern South Dakota. It was completed in 2012, with the facility designed to quickly unload trucks, as well as to easily load the trains that will carry grain to its final destination. “We have a specially-designed circle track and loading system that allows us to load a 110 car train with more than 400,000 bushels of
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grain in less than eight hours,” said Megan. Because of the location’s rail loading system, most of the grain that comes into Lyons is shipped to the west coast for export markets. Some is also sent to Hereford, Texas, for livestock feeding or to dairies in California, said Megan. “This area grows great quality crops and we often see areas that request our grain,” she said. Roughly half of the corn crop in the U.S. is fed to animals and poultry. Another important market is for ethanol production, which produces fuel as well as distillers grain used in livestock feed. About 10 percent of the crop is used in food ingredients. The raw materials of corn- starch, protein, fiber and oil – are versatile, which is why corn is an ingredient in many food products. Whether the end customer for the grain is a cattle feeder, food processor or ethanol producer, they all expect a high quality product. Each load of grain brought into the elevator –whether it is straight from the harvested field or stored in a farmer’s bin – is weighed on a scale and samples from each truck are tested. Employees also examine the grain to make sure it isn’t damaged. “Machines can test how dry the grain is and what the test weight is, but it still takes a person to look at and smell every sample,” said Megan. “The testing process is complete before the truck leaves the scale so we know exactly what we are bringing into the elevator.” Grain is tested again before it is loaded to railcars and shipped out of the elevators, this time by federally certified grain inspectors. An important part of Megan’s job is working with farmers to develop a strategy for marketing their grain. Like the stock market, grain prices change every day based on weather, demand and other factors out of a farmer’s control. And, since crops like corn and soybeans are only harvested one time per year, it is crucial to make the right decisions. “There are a number of contracts and other tools that we can use to help farmers make sure they are covering their expenses and earning income to continue their business and support their families,” she said. “They work all year to produce a good crop and my job is to provide the best service I can to help market the grain.” Even though Megan is busy at the elevator, she finds time to go back to her family’s farm to help with harvest each fall. “I enjoying working with my family and knowing that the effort we put in now will help grow the family business for years to come,” she said.
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Make-A-Wish at Macy’s Santa Letter Writing Campaign Calling believers of all ages! Write a letter to Santa and help make wishes come true! Beginning November 6 and ending December 24, a “Believe Station” will be in the Macy’s store in the Empire Mall in Sioux Falls. The station includes an official R.H Macy Santa Mail letterbox where children can drop off their letters to Santa. You can also create and send your letter online at macys.com/ believe. For each letter received, Macy’s will donate $1 to Make-A-Wish nationwide, up to $1 million. INFO arust@southdakota.wish.org | 605-335-8000
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Sweet Adeline Group Sound Cascade November 1 • 2pm Luverne, Minnesota, Palace Theater on East Main Street Tickets are $15. INFO 605-9296356 or 605-366-4793. Augustana Choir and Orchestra in Concert November 1 • 3pm Washington Pavilion 301 S. Main Ave. Tis’ the season for the Augustana Orchestra’s first performance of the academic year. INFO (605) 274-5320. Halloween Candy Buy Back November 2 • 8am - 5:30pm Sensational Smiles • 6301 S. Minnesota Ave. Suite 100 Sensational Smiles is calling kids to save their halloween
candy for the dentistry’s 6th annual Halloween Candy Buy Back. The practice will pay your kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews $1 per lb for their candy, which will be shipped in care packages to our troops through Operation Gratitude! There will be prizes too! INFO (605) 332-4751. Learn More About Acupuncture to Treat Pain Dr. K.C. Chang of Orthopedic Institute. Tuesday, November 3 6pm - 7pm OI Auditorium, 1st floor 810 E. 23rd Street, Sioux Falls Sioux Falls Shakespeare Society Thursday, November 5 7pm-9pm
The Inn at Westport 4000 S. Westport Ave. Come help us bring the curtain down as we finish reading King Lear. One of Shakespeare’s brilliant tragedies, its portrayal of family dynamics is timeless. Bring a copy of the play, and prepare to bring one of this play’s many nefarious characters to life. INFO (605) 201-1017. LSS Adoption Information Meeting Thursday, November 5 • 6pm Lutheran Social Services 621 E. Presentation S. Lutheran Social Services will be holding an informational meeting for families interested in adoption. LSS is looking for new families for both domestic and international adoption.
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and cannot trust? INFO (605) 360-4800. Free First Friday Friday, November 6 5pm - 8pm Washington Pavilion 301 S. Main Ave. Come enjoy free admission to the Kirby Science Discovery Center, free admission to the Visual Arts Center, free special lectures, artist receptions and other scheduled events in the building (Please note CineDome film admission is a separate, low rate on Free First Friday evenings). INFO (605) 367-6000. Dakota String Quartet at the Old Courthouse Museum Winter Concert Series Friday, November 6 noon - 1pm Old Courthouse Museum 200 West Sixth Street The Dakota String Quartet will perform classical music in the historic courtroom of the Old Courthouse Museum from noon to 1 p.m. Bring your lunch or purchase one. (605) 367-4210 or www. siouxlandmuseums.com Rosanne Cash Friday, November 6 • 7:30pm Washington Pavilion 301 S. Main Avenue The Grammy® Award-Winning legend, Ms. Cash has been bringing us country-western hits for the past 40 years, such as “Seven Year Ache”, and “I Don’t Know Why You Don’t Want Me”. She has charted 21 Top 40 country singles, including 11 Number Ones. You won’t want to miss this landscape of the American South that draws from
country, Delta blues, gospel, Appalachian folk and rock. INFO (605) 367-6000. Dancing with the Sioux Falls Stars November 7 • 6pm - 10pm The District • 4521 W. Empire Pl Dancing with the Sioux Falls Stars is a benefit for NAMI Sioux Falls (National Alliance on Mental Illness). NAMI Sioux Falls is a mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for individuals and their families affected by mental illness. Join us for a fantastic evening of dancing, signature drinks, hors d’oeuvres and more. General Admission - $50 per ticket. VIP Experience - $75 per ticket. INFO 605-366-7022 Barbershop Singing Show Saturday, November 7 • 7pm O’Gorman Lorang Theater 3101 S. Kiwanis Ave. The show title is “Be Our Guest” featuring songs from stage and screen. Chorus music, chapter quartets, three high school age young men’s groups, and the featured quartet Barbershop Harmony Society’s current third place international quartet, Main Street from Orlando Florida. INFO (605) 553-3639. TobyMac November 7 • 7pm The Denny Sanford PREMIER Center Five-time Grammy winner TobyMac brings his fall tour to Sioux Falls in support of his August release, This is Not A Test, featuring special guests Britt Nichole, Colton Dixon, and Hollyn. INFO (605) 367-7288.
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Behind the Scenes Tour of the Old Courthouse Museum Sunday, November 8 • 2pm Old Courthouse Museum 200 West 6th Street Take a look behind the closed doors of the Old Courthouse Museum Museum and see the artifact storage and work areas. Free admission. Call (605) 367-4210 to register. www. siouxlandmuseums.com An Evening with Harvey Dunn’s Feminine Images November 11 – 15 7:30 p.m. Wed – Sat 2:00 p.m. Sat & Sun SDSU Doner Auditorium, Brookings Experience Harvey Dunn’s paintings come to life! A collaborative performance by SDSU Theatre, Dance, Mass Communications, Music, English, and the South Dakota Art Museum. Tickets: 605-688-6045. INFO www. SouthDakotaArtMuseum.com Feisty Fighters Sparkle and Shine November 12 • 6pm - 9pm Landscape Garden Centers 7201 S. Minnesota Ave. The lights are sparkling on the trees and now it’s your time shine with us! Join us for an evening out with friends at the annual Sparkle and Shine fundraiser. Guests will have the opportunity to taste fine wines or handcrafted beers while enjoying delectable hors d’oeuvres and sweet treats. Walk through the beautifully decorated holiday trees at Landscape Garden Centers while listening to the sounds of Elisabeth Hunstad. Tickets $75. INFO 605-366-7022.
DAPA Presents: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella November 12 - 14 • 7pm November 14 & 15 • 2pm Washington Pavilion 301 S. Main Ave. The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers and Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. As adapted for the stage, with great warmth and more than a touch of hilarity, the hearts of children and adults alike still soar when the slipper fits. INFO (605) 367-6000. Ceili Dance Program Thursday, November 12 6:30 p.m. Old Courthouse Museum 200 West Sixth Street Ceili (pronounced KAY-lee) is an Irish social dance. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced dancer, Ceili dancing is a fun and energetic way to spend an evening. Get ready to dance at the Old Courthouse Museum! Free admission. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www. siouxlandmuseums.com
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Each month, a big band gets the crowd moving and shaking with music from the ‘40s, ‘50s and ‘60s. All ages and abilities are welcome. Swing is the most popular dance among the crowd but several others are danced as well. INFO 605-3383685. 3rd Annual Holiday Open House November 13 & 14 Luverne Area Businesses Holiday Gift Drawings – Refreshments – New Holiday Gift Ideas – In Store Specials – Friday 10am to 7pm & Saturday 10am to 4pm. Sioux Empire Arts & Crafts Show Friday, November 13 2pm - 8pm Saturday, November 14 9am - 5pm
The Expo Building at the Sioux Empire Fairgrounds 100 N. Lyons Blvd. Our event features only handcrafted and handmade items by the most talented local artists and crafters in the Midwest. This is the last large shopping event of this nature before the holiday season. (605) 332-6000. 8th Annual Holiday Studio Tours November 14 Visit 6 studios and 18 artists throughout Luverne, MN. Courtesy trolley available throughout the day – shop for one of a kind gifts & fine art 10am to 4pm – Register for 17 fine art prizes and grand prize. High Plains Woodwinds Fall Concert Sunday, November 15
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2pm - 3pm Our Savior’s Lutheran Church 33rd St. & Summit Ave. High Plains Woodwinds ensemble begins their 4th season with a Fall Concert conducted by Mr. Bob Goheen. The 26 member group will perform music by Pachelbel, Vivaldi, Bach, Handel, Mozart, McAlister and Scott Joplin. INFO (605) 310-1010. Rosemaling Demonstration at the Old Courthouse Museum Tuesday, November 17 1pm - 4pm Old Courthouse Museum 200 West Sixth Street Eileen Halverson will be demonstrating the Norwegian folk art of Rosemaling (decorative painting) in the second floor hallway. Stop in any time for a demonstration or to ask questions! INFO
Kid’s Activity Day Feathered Friends at the Old Courthouse Museum Thursday, November 19 • 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-2 p.m. Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Learn about history and make your own crafts to take home. 15 minute sessions run throughout morning and afternoon times. Call to reserve times. Free admission. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www. siouxlandmuseums.com Falls Fuel Exhibit Opening Reception Thursday, November 19 5pm - 7pm Old Courthouse Museum 200 West Sixth Street Get the first look at the new
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ou have likely heard the old saying, “Home is where the heart is.” For Sioux Falls resident Lee Leuning, it’s more like home is where the art is. Growing up in the Hawthorne district next to Terrace Park, Lee and his five brothers would head down to the Argus Leader each day after school to pick up papers to hawk independently on the streets, businesses and bars. Having a family “mob” helped them hold the best corners, such as Shrivers, from competing paper carriers. He developed an intimate knowledge of all the nooks and crannies of “old downtown.” Leuning is one of the co-founders of Bad River Art Works with partner Sherri Treeby, and his space in the Phillips Avenue Lofts is part living space, part art gallery and a return to his roots. He wasn’t always an artist, though. Leuning earned a wildlife biology degree, met and married
his wife, Karen, and then had a wildlife career spanning nearly three decades in Tennessee and South Dakota as a wildlife conservation officer. It was during this time that he developed his artistic talents through watercolor wildlife paintings. At one point, a friend recruited Leuning to go along with him to a sculpture class, which turned into a three-year study program at Northern State University and an added career in bronze sculpture. “I sold all of the pieces I had made in class,” he says, “so I just kept going.” As part of Bad River Art Works, Leuning and Treeby are most recognized for the nine sculptures placed in the South Dakota War Memorial at the Capitol in Pierre, the U.S. presidents who appear on the streets of Rapid City and the sculptures that are part of the Trail of Governors in Pierre. The duo also has been featured in the Sioux Falls Sculpture Walk each year since its inception.
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Leuning’s life changed with the loss of Karen to breast cancer in 2012. “She was an English teacher, which has to be one of the toughest subjects to teach because I remembered she would always come home carrying piles of books,” he says. “But, she always had a passion for nursing, and she was able to achieve her dream of going back to school and becoming a nurse.” Karen’s life and her passion live on through Leuning’s work, which includes sculptures honoring nurses that were placed on the Sanford Health campus in Sioux Falls.
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When the Phillips Avenue Lofts opened in downtown Sioux Falls last year, it only took a moment for Leuning to grab an available space on the top floor. “I was already living in a loft downtown,” Leuning explains, “and I certainly wasn’t planning to move. But, when I heard about this space and walked in and saw all of the natural light coming in, I thought to myself, ‘I guess I’m moving.’” For a sculptor, light is essential, and the loft provides a wall of windows facing east. That became Leuning’s home studio, where at any given time he may have two or three projects in the works.
“Sculptures can be spiritual,” says Leuning. “They can carry a person’s spirit, personality and create a personal connection.” The open floor plan of the kitchen and living room area offered the flexibility to create both sitting space and work space. All around the loft hang pieces of art that range in subject from somber to silly and heartwarming to historical. Some of the pieces are Leuning’s, some are collaborative works with Treeby and others are from artists with whom Leuning is acquainted. “I think there are about 65 various art works in this area,” he says looking around the space. Although Leuning claims he is not a designer in the traditional sense of decorating and arranging a home, others would
probably argue that he does have a knack for design thanks to his artistic eye. The galley kitchen has an L-shaped counter providing seating space, but Leuning was having trouble finding chairs that were high enough. He liked the look of a modern-design stool he found with a white seat and steel legs, but it was just a little short for the counter. So, he cut short pieces of steel to raise the seats a little higher. A unique ant sculpture serves as a mug holder on the counter, and paper relief wildlife pieces hang across a wall over the front door and kitchen cupboards. After
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On a table inside the front door, a friendly dog sits perched ready to leap at a frisbee suspended from the ceiling. It was modeled after Karen’s dog which is part of the Avera Prairie Center Kite Kids sculpture. “Sculptures can be spiritual,” says Leuning. “They can carry a person’s spirit, personality and create a personal connection.” The structural features of the loft, like the exposed ductwork and industrial-style sliding door to the master suite, contribute to the art gallery feel of the space. While Leuning likes those features of the loft, the physical structure of a home isn’t as important to him as filling the home with things that tell stories. Leuning calls the master suite the “man cave,” with some of his own wildlife art, historic photos transferred onto wood and a picture of one of his sons at age 16 after having just completed his first solo flight in an airplane. The master bath features a modge-podge print of an old He-Man comic book page and a resin cast paper Santa face that hangs on the wall year-round. It’s a piece he created and is something that he would like make more of…if he had more time. The guest room has its own collection of unique pieces, from
“I want people to be able to look at my art and get it right away,” he says. “Maybe it reminds them of their own children, a place they’ve been, an important moment in history or a special memory.”
angel paintings and a resin relief of an angel to a pre-1940s map of Sioux Falls where 41st Street was the edge of town and a parcel in the northeast section was labeled the “county poor farm.” While Leuning does spend a great deal of time working on his art, he does take time to relax on his small deck overlooking Falls Park. Abundant tomato and pepper plants provide the key ingredients for his homemade salsa, and he developed his own railing shelves to provide handy spots to set a plate or drink rather than taking up room on the deck with a table. From here, he can gain inspiration from people walking by, the rushing water of the Falls or even from listening to music that drifts down to the lofts from events like Germanfest. “I had the best seat in the house for the wiener dog races!” Leuning describes his sculptures as being a slice of Americana or like a Norman Rockwell print. “I want people to be able to look at my art and get it right away,” he says. “Maybe it reminds them of their own children, a place they’ve been, an important moment in history or a special memory.” His artwork tells a story, and he has created a home that does as well.
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veryone has their own Thanksgiving favorites. Some look forward to a day filled with televised parades and football, or a big family feast with the adults at one table and the kids at another. Other people are just waiting for a slice of pumpkin pie, a centerpiece to the whole season of pumpkin spice. Some like cranberries or sweet potatoes or green beans with fried onions. Turkey has plenty of fans; an estimated 46 million of the big birds will be eaten this Thanksgiving. That’s a lot of legs and thighs. No matter what your favorite is, everyone has something to be thankful for. What do I look forward to most on the Thanksgiving table? Stuffing. Well, technically it’s dressing since I won’t be stuffing it anywhere except my face. More on that in a minute. I love stuffing in just about every form I’ve tried. My mom used to make really good wild rice stuffing that was nutty and rich. Cornbread makes wonderful stuffing as does French bread, white bread and sourdough. No matter what your base is, there are any number of things you can add like apples, collard greens, pecans, or winter squash. I like to start with the bread and add a whole lot of other goodies to kick it up. I start with a bunch of toasted, cubed bread. You can use leftover French or Italian bread and cut it into cubes, or I often
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buy a couple of bags of the stuffing mix at Breadsmith. Then I start to add the goodies. I like to sweat a diced yellow onion and a couple of cloves of garlic. To that I’ll add a bunch of chopped mushrooms. I usually use at least two different kinds like Cremini and oyster or trumpet and shitake. As those cook down, I’ll transfer them into a big bowl with the bread. Then I brown a pound of Italian sausage, and when it’s done, it goes in the bowl as well. I’ll toss in a bunch of fresh sage, thyme, salt and pepper and mix it all together and add enough chicken stock to get all the bread moist, but not too wet. This wonderful concoction goes into a 9 x 12 casserole dish. It will cook in the oven beside the turkey for about a half-hour to forty-five minutes covered, then another fifteen minutes uncovered to get the top crispy. This is a savory casserole from heaven to me. I’ll take a little bit of turkey, a small scoop of mashed potatoes and some green bean casserole, then I fill up the empty spots on my plate with stuffing. A little drizzle of gravy and I’m good. Honestly, if I thought I could get away with it, I’d skip cooking the turkey and just do the side dishes. Since I don’t stuff it, I really should call what I’m making “dressing” instead of “stuffing.” But we’ve always called it stuffing, so I’ll stick to that. Why not stuff the stuffing in the
What do I look forward to most on the Thanksgiving table? Stuffing. Well, technically it’s dressing since I won’t be stuffing it anywhere except my face.
bird? First there’s the whole food safety issue. If you put the stuffing in the cavity of the bird, it’s there soaking up all of the juices. That means all of that stuff inside needs to be cooked to 165 degrees so you don’t poison your Aunt Gertrude with salmonella. By the time the stuffing is heated up; you’ve probably over-cooked the bird. The other big reason is volume. As I said, I really like the stuff and the space inside that cavity just won’t hold the volume of stuffing that I need to fill my belly. The final reason for a pan full of dressing instead of a bird full of stuffing is the aforementioned crispy top (and crispy edges). When you cook it in the bird, it doesn’t get crispy. Some like their stuffing soft and moist, others like the crunchy parts. With the pan you can get both; win, win. Whether you’re thankful for a day of watching football or a traditional family feast, or gearing up for a Black Friday shopping spree, I hope your holiday is everything you want. I just want some leftover stuffing and maybe a little gravy. Do yourself a favor, eat something good today. When he’s not cooking a Thanksgiving feast, Jim runs ADwërks, an ad agency in in the Uptown neighborhood of downtown Sioux Falls.
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It’s Time to Celebrate
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o, that’s not a typo. It occurred to me while busting my brain for a Thanksgiving themed wine article that by changing one letter I was able to embed the word “vino” in the title of this column. I love it when things work out. This year for Thanksgiving, think diversity. Thanksgiving dinner is tricky. It’s a hodge-podge of competing flavors: salty, sweet, sour, savory, rich, earthy, and everything in between. Diversify your wine selections, and you will be sure to hit the perfect pairings. Below are 8 suggested pairings to make your Turkey Day a little easier.
#1 Butternut Squash Soup – Sparkling Rose Like in a perfect marriage, they bring the best out of each other. The sour rose petals and raspberry notes in the wine brighten the dense quality of the soup, while the soft texture of the soup enhances the fruitiness and elegance of the wine.
#2 Mashed Potatoes with Gravy - Riesling Mashed potatoes are creamy and buttery, and gravy is fatty and salty, so take both of these characteristics into consideration. Your wine needs to have enough acidity to cut through the butter, but it also needs to have a bit of sweetness to bring down the salt component. Even if you’re resistant to trying wines with a bit of residual sugar, you will be pleasantly surprised by this pairing.
#3 Brussels Sprouts – Pinot Gris Pairing wine with brussels sprouts is not an easy task, and you really have to think outside the box. The bitter and salty components of this dish have to be slightly matched, while being contrasted. Try it with a Pinot Gris, which is an Alsatian grape with an almond-like bitterness laced with white flowers and peaches.
#4 Green Bean Casserole – Sauvignon Blanc You’re going to have choose a contrasting wine, otherwise you will not be able to have more than just a few bites. You will need a bright, herbaceous, and high acidity wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Chenin Blanc from New Zealand or South Africa.
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And if that’s your groove, too, allow me to let you in on a few simple tricks for making Thanksgiving dinner more red wine friendly: 1. Slip sage leaves under the turkey skin before roasting (sage is a very red wine-friendly herb). 2. Sneak a little port into the gravy as you’re making it. 3. Add some sausage to the stuffing. 4. Go to town with your favorite reds. Again, take a glance at the alcohol content: it can vary considerably even among the same varietal. But most of all, don’t sweat it too much. Have a relaxing holiday. And when you wake up on Black Friday, everything you forgot about wine will magically repopulate your brain.
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#5 Cornbread Dressing – Chardonnay One of my favorite wine pairings for anything with corn in it is Chardonnay. I enjoyed a fantastic unoaked Chardonnay from California, and I still remember how well the flavors of the luscious Chardonnay match the sweet creaminess of corn. This is a no-brainer pairing.
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#6 Sausage and Sour Dough Stuffing (with Cranberry Sauce) This is a perfect example of when condiments dictate the pairing. The richer and heavier the stuffing, the bigger and bolder the wine needs to be. Zinfandel is a natural fit for this portion of the feast.
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#8 Pumpkin Pie – Moscato d’Asti Similar to the butternut squash soup, texture is the important element in this dessert. This has a sweet, creamy, and fruity quality to it, which is better paired with like-flavored wines. This year, don’t drink one-dimensionally, pick a variety of wines to pair with all of the different flavors on your menu. This way, you will not only augment the food you serve, but you will also satisfy the different palates sitting at your table. Happy Thanksgi-vino! Carpe Vino!
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TICKETS available at the new Palace Theatre Box Office (507) 283-4339 • 102 E Main
104 E. Main • Luverne, MN • www.palacetheatre.us www.facebook/palacetheatreluv
Many of our events are listed on the Chamber Calendar of events. Movies are shown on most weekends when live events aren’t scheduled.
Saturday, November 14, 2015 • 10 am to 4 pm 18 Artists – 6 Studios!
Pottery • Oil • Photography • Watercolor • Jewelry • Porcelain • Wood • Mixed Media • Drawing • Stained Glass • Beading Courtesy throughoutthe the day locations! Courtesy trolley trolley throughout day to to allall locations! BRANDENBURG GALLERY Deuschle Studio DEUSCHLETitania’ STUDIO Brandenburg Gallery s Garden 213 East Luverne Street 1294 131st Street 1294 131st Street 213 East Luverne Street 515 West Crawford Bobbi Aalsgaard-Lien, Jerry Deuschle, Bobbi Aalsgaard-Lien, Jerry Deuschle, Jim Brandenburg, Carol Ceynowa Kathy Deuschle, Tom Maras Kathy Deuschle, Tom Maras Chris Nowatzki, Kaia Nowatzki CARNEGIE CULTURAL CENTER Jim Brandenburg, Chris Nowatzki, Kaia Nowatzki 205 North Freeman Avenue
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Carnegie Cultural Center Sam Gesch, Greg Hoogeveen, Mike Petronik, HGS Gallery
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More information 18 fine art prizes More information at: at: and the grand prize – www.luvernechamber.com www.luvernechamber.com Tom Maras or call a Studio or call for for a Studio TourTour card:card: Hand-blown Glass Vase 507 283-4061 507.283.4061
THE HISTORIC PALACE THEATRE LUVERNE MINNESOTA CONTACT THE PALACE BOX OFFICE FOR TICKET INFORMATION 507-283-4339
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18 Artists – 6 Studios! Pottery, oil, photography, watercolor, jewelry, porcelain, wood, mixed media and more. Courtesy trolley throughout the day to all locations! Pick up a prize entry form & have it signed at all locations to be eligible to win! 18 fine art prizes and the grand prize – Tom Maras hand-blown glass vase. Map & registration cards available at each location. Download complete information: www.luvernechamber.com or call for a Studio Tour card: (507) 283-4061.
Holiday Open House November 13, 10am - 7pm & November 14, 10am - 4pm Shop for everything you need...want...dream of at Luverne’s Holiday Open House. Holiday gifts – in store specials – holiday treats – prize drawings. Register at each open house for a chance to win! Winners will be notified.
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Made from used parts, the perfect recycler. Those Blasted Things has a wide variety of metaphysical gemstones and jewelry, books, essential oils and many one-of-a-kind items. Like us on Facebook and visit our website for a virtual tour @ www.thoseblastedthings. com Those Blasted Things. 924 S. Kniss Ave., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-4027.
Fall in Love
Fall in love with our own expanded line of olive oils and balsamic vinegars. Dragonfly. 206 E. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 449-2060.
November Sale
Shop the unique furniture and décor items at Restoration Alley. November sale dates are November 12, 11am - 6pm; November 13, 10am - 8pm; November 14, 10am - 4pm. 220 East Main. Luverne, MN. (507) 220-0794.
Mad About Plaid
Go mad about plaid at Tyana’s! Several styles, colors and patterns to choose from. Tyana’s Boutique. 111 E. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 920-9115.
More Than a Roof!
Let the All State Team of Real Estate Retrievers find your family’s new dream home. Where it’s more than a roof over your head, it’s home. Call any of our REALTORS today at (507) 283-4216 or visit us on the web at www.ALLSTATETEAM.com
Handcrafted Hats
Stand out from the crowd in a handcrafted hat for any occasion from formal to everyday. Rosa’s Hats. Luverne, MN. www.rosashats.com or (507) 283-9157.
Made in Minnesota
Shop Blue Mound Liquor for unique made in Minnesota items. 319 W. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 449-5052.
Tailgate Party
Stop out for a Tailgate party featuring live games streaming from OnStar with 4G LTE, now available on most 2015 & 2016 GM vehicles. Papik Motors. 801 Commerce Rd., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-9171, www.papik.com
Tonic Sol Fa
Kick off the holiday season at the Palace! Call the box office to reserve your seats for Tonic Sol Fa’s Holiday Show. November 28 at 8pm at the historic Palace Theatre in Luverne, MN. (507) 283-4339.
Margarita Chicken Holiday Open House
November 13 (10am – 7pm) and November 14 (10am – 4pm). Select furniture & home décor on sale plus goodies & treats, door prizes and more! ReBorn Home Furnishings. 113 E. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 220-2250.
Visit Sterling’s to enjoy one of our customer favorites — margarita chicken. Grilled chicken breast, topped with fresh tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil pesto and balsamic glaze. Sterling’s Café & Grille. 105 E. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 449-0220.
Apple Slaw Salad
Our salad bar is now featuring the new Apple-Slaw Salad for a limited time. Romaine lettuce, red and white cabbage, apples, and bacon drizzled with a delicious honey mustard dressing. Pizza Ranch. 110 E. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-2379.
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Rent a new on-demand water softener for just $13 per month and receive FREE installation. Include a home drinking system for a total of just $30 per month. Call today! Bill’s Water Conditioning & Brandon Water Softener Service. www.billswater.com or (605) 582-6585.
Family Owned Since 1932
Stop to see our new location on Highway 75 in Luverne. Coffee is always on. Herman Motor Co. www. hermanmotorco.com, (507) 283-4427.
Holiday Celebrations
The Bluestem has three party rooms that accommodate 20, 30, and 50 people. Call to book your holiday party now — dates fill quickly. 1202 S. Kniss Ave. Luverne, MN. 507-449-BLUE.
Free Quote
Stop in for a free quote. Competitive rates in all lines of insurance. We do the shopping for you! Where one call does it all. Offices in Luverne & Pipestone. Kozlowski Insurance. 212 S. Kniss. Luverne, MN. 877-631-3704 or www.kozlowski-insurance.com
Stand Out
Stand out this Holiday Season with one of our over 40 original holiday stationery designs or work with our designers on a custom Christmas Letter or Photo Card. Find out more at Quality Printing Paper & Signs at 116 W. Main St., Luverne, MN. (888) 9334457. www.qualityprinting-luverne.com
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Bring in your policies for a free review. Broader coverage, multi-policy discounts, affordable cost. Buffalo Ridge Insurance. 808 S. Kniss. South Hwy 75, Luverne, MN. 507-283-2381.
Lots to Love!
Build your home in Luverne, MN! Residential lots priced from $5,000 - $45,000! Call 507-449-5033 or visit www.cityofluverne.org
COLORE Stackable Gemstone Rings
Faini Designs Jewelry Studio. Starting at $75. 6203 S Old Village Pl. (605) 339-6956.
The Homecoming: A Christmas Story
The Luverne Green Earth Players are proud to present “The Homecoming” November 13-15 and 20-22, 2015. From the creator of “The Waltons” TV series, this heartwarming family drama is the story of the events that happened on Christmas Eve, 1933, to one rural American family. Contact the Palace Box Office for ticket information at 507-283-4339.
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Plan Your Holidays with Carnaval
Carnaval Brazilian Grill is the perfect place to host your group holiday gathering or intimate celebration. Call and ask about all options. 2401 S. Carolyn Avenue. (605) 3616328 or carnavalbraziliangrill.com.
Riddle’s Noventa Diamond
Stunning beauty with brilliant fire, each Noventa Diamond is hand-cut by a master jeweler, encompassing 90 facets of shimmering light. Available in round and princess cuts. See the collection at Riddle’s Jewelry, corner of 41st and Louise. 605-361-0911.
With red, green and white varieties of Tyler Candles for the holidays! Available at The Robin’s Nest. 108 W. Willow Street, Harrisburg, SD. (605) 767-0191. www. therobinsnestsd.net
Metal Ornament $19.99
Display your favorite photo(s) on this two sided die-cut metal ornament. Each ornament arrives with a red ribbon and is ready to hang. Choose from multiple styles and design options. Perfect on a tree or gift! Harold’s Photo Experts www.haroldsphoto.com
Bring Some Zing To The Party!
Shop Small. Support Local.
Gear up for holiday savings November 20-25 with 50% off all frames. Some exclusions do apply. 20/20 Eye Candy. 2210 W. 69th Street, Suite 160. (605) 759-2389. www.2020eyecandy.com
Make sure the hostess with the mostess knows it by giving a gift they’ll love. And while you’re at it, gobble up unique gifts for everyone on your list. Naughty or nice. Zing 301 S. Minnesota Ave. (605)271-2720 www. zingideafactory.com
‘Tis the Season
Get ready for the holidays with this 14” square “Have a Merry Little Christmas” square wood wall art. Starting at $28 at Forget Me Not Gift Boutique. 57th & Western. (605) 335-9878.
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3 Degrees infrared saunas can help you do that in as little as 40 minutes. Our saunas offer a number of health benefits. Membership options available. 4809 S. Louise Ave. Beakon Centre. Sioux Falls. (605) 275-5565. www.threedegrees.com.
Punky, Funky, Completely Spunky
Betsey Johnson for Capezio is all that and more! Get yours at The Dance Line. 2115 S. Minnesota Ave. (605) 335-8242.
Gobble It Up!
Pumpkin bread and turkey–shaped breads complement any festive meal and are available in November...just in time for Thanksgiving! Prepare for your Thanksgiving bread needs in 3 easy steps: 1. Place your order. 2. Pick it up. 3. Gobble it up! Please place Thanksgiving orders by 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2015. Breadsmith. 609 W. 33rd St., (605) 338-1338 and 1813 S. Marion Rd., (605) 275-2338.
Wall Décor & Custom Framing
Put your style on display...1948 Trading Co. carries a large selection of unique wall décor and can also custom frame your favorite art. If you love it, frame it! 1948 Trading Co. 721 N. Splitrock Blvd. Brandon, SD. (605) 582-8644.
2015 Best Toys List
Create this adorable decorative pillow! It is fun and easy with no sewing required This wonderful toy made the ASTRA Best Toys list for 2015. For ages 5 and up. Available at Kidtopia. 57th & Western and Dawley Farms. (605) 334-4825.
A Beautiful Mix
Shop Beautique Boutique for a beautiful mix of outfits based around boots, jackets, jeans, leggings, scarves, sweaters, and other comfy layers. Jacket shown just $59.99, boots $68, cardigan $19.99. Beautique Boutique. 1315 E. Cedar St. Brandon, SD. (605) 582-2882, www.shop-beautique.com
Start Here
Start your holiday decorating at Oak Ridge Nursery. Our amazing holiday home decorating ideas will add cheer and festive flair to your home. Oak Ridge Nursery. 2217 S. Splitrock Blvd., Brandon, SD. (605) 331-4421.
Created by Artists
Gypsy Trading Co. is the only distributor of Curbside Clothing for miles around! Created by artists and tattoo artists, and individually screen-printed. No mass production here. Limited number of each design available. New shipment just arrived at Gypsy Trading Co. 1324 E. Cedar St. Brandon, SD. (605) 941-2521.
Metal Works
Just arrived - large variety of metal works benches, wall art and more. Several themes, styles and sizes available. Jojo’s Closet. 1404 E. Cedar St. Brandon, SD. (605) 951-6925.
Deck the Halls!
Boxwood trees are a wonderful addition to any Christmas décor — and make the perfect gift. Corporate or for family and friends. Josephine’s Floral Design. 401 E. 8th St. (605) 338-9290.
Homemade Pies
Homemade pie from scratch is an indulgence only few of us have time to make, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy it! Pre-order your homemade pies for the holidays. Just $16.00-$20.00 at The Cookie Jar. 230 S. Phillips Ave. (605) 978-0991.
Game Day Gear
Eddy Joy Baby Boutique carries many different winter hats for boys and girls age newborn to 4 toddler, including these adorable football hats that are perfect for game day. Eddy Joy Baby Boutique. 57th & Western. (605) 275-0014.
Shop Holiday Dresses!
The holidays are right around the corner and we have the outfit for you! Shop our weekly new arrivals for the perfect holiday dress! Filly Flair. 6212 S. Pinnacle Pl. (605) 362-9910.
A Girl Needs Glitz
Add a little sparkle to any princess’s style with a great selection of sparkly shoes. Stride Rite has the perfect shoe to compete her holiday look. 2425 S. Shirley Ave. (605) 362-7728.
SAM
SAM is high-end outerwear designed for the modern luxury consumer. The brand’s iconic aesthetic contrasts everyday utility with alpine-inspired luxury, and the design features inspire both urban and outdoor lifestyles. Now in at Dirt Road Diamond Boutique. 69th & Western. (605) 274-3478.
Do You See What I See?
Canvas print with blinking lights. Can be turned on and off with a remote. Other styles available. Country ‘N More, 69th and Western @ Heather Ridge, Sioux Falls. (605) 361-9797.
Christmas is Coming!
This fun and fanciful hat is a quick gift idea. Available at Athena Fibers, 3915 S. Hawthorne, (605) 271-0741, www.athenafibers.com.
Seasonal Gifts Galore
Aspirational Yet Affordable
The Christmas Shoppe is NOW OPEN! Stop by and check out the beautiful selection of Gifts at Painted by Prairie. Piggy Banks, Wedding, Baby, Faith, Family & Seasonal gifts you will love. Each item includes FREE Personalization! Empire Mall - Center Court (across from Maurices).
Sassy Flask
Just when you thought girls night out couldn’t get any more exciting...along comes this sassy flask! Easily fits into most purses and pockets. Just $15.95 at Heidi’s Décor and More! 2101 W. 41st St. (East side of Scheel’s on Western). (605) 271-9339.
Visit Our Selections Gallery
We’ve streamlined the home-building process. Interactive displays and large samples allow you to view and touch the elements needed when designing your new Ronning home. Make all of your decisions — under one roof. Call to schedule your appointment today. 401 E. 12th Street. (605) 336-6000 or www.ronningcompanies.com
Daniel Wellington is a Swedish design sensation, built on British heritage. DW represents aspirational, yet affordable luxury, with a look inspired by high-end expensive watches with mechanical movement. The stylish and preppy look in combination with a sleek and elegant design make the watches timeless. Since DW straps are interchangeable, DW watches are suitable for every occasion. Available at The Diamond Room. 3501 W. 57th St. (605) 362-0008.
Beverage Center
This knotty cherry beverage center in a custom finish provides a place for your coffee, wine and cold drinks. Prices Vary. Dakota Kitchen and Bath. 4101 N. Hainje Avenue, Sioux Falls. (605) 334-9727 or www.dakotakitchen.com
Sophisticated Statement
Make a sophisticated statement on a side table or shelf with the texture of wood. Asymmetrical Accent. Wood Sculpture $99 at Montgomery’s. 1725 W 41st Street. 605332-4400. montgomerys.com
Single Barrel Reserve Bourbon
Single Barrel Reserve Bourbon from Knob Creek and 1792. Heather tasted directly from the barrel to bring you something unique and very special! Supply is very limited. Good Spirits Fine Wine & Liquor. 41st & Minnesota. (605) 339-1500.
A Holiday Classic
Nutcracker • Nov. 27-29 & Dec. 4-6 Historic Orpheum Theater, Sioux Falls. Dance Gallery presents Nutcracker. A traditional holiday classic for all ages. Tickets available at dancegallerysd.net
Rings Now Available!
Stop in a get your Christmas shopping done! Order deadline is Nov. 21st for orders to be guaranteed for Christmas Dec. 23rd. Check out Facebook to find out about our extended hours! Say Anything Jewelry. 225 S. Phillips Avenue. (605) 695-3997.
Fun Fall Fashions
An autumn look for everyone. Check out Style Icon Boutique for your latest fall styles arriving weekly. www.si-boutique.com
Hottest Fall Trend!
LittleJ Headbands just $18 at Mainstream Boutique. Unique, statement accessories that fit toddler to adult! Available at both Mainstream Boutique locations. Dawley Farms(across from Burlington Coat Factory) and Marion Road (west).
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Julie Prairie Photography Fireside Chat Sessions
Join us for our annual Fireside Chat Limited Edition Sessions. We’ve created a beautiful seasonal set to capture your fabulous family this Holiday Season. Limited Sessions available. Appointments available for Friday, November 13 and Saturday, Nov 14th. Special Limited Edition Collections available. Call (605) 359-6640 or e-mail jp@julieprairie.com for more information.
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aking care of yourself is just as important as a healthy diet and daily exercise. While our busy schedules can often mean our own needs are placed on the back burner, taking time on a regular basis to allow yourself time to relax, re-energize and re-focus helps you to be able to give your best consistently.
Here are ten easy – and guilt free – ways to nurture yourself while you nurture others. 1. Find private time each day.
3. Take a short walk.
Quiet time is good for you - even if it’s only for a few moments. Finding quiet time to reflect, relax, rest and renew can help prevent burnout. No one wins if you hit a wall.
Try to get out in the daytime to soak in the healing property of sunlight. It’s amazing what even 20 minutes outside will do for your mindset. Take this time to work through any challenges and regain a calm, content state of mind.
2. Have a special spot for your private time.
4. Connect with a friend.
Having a designated spot for your quiet time can get your mind to relax faster. With a designated spot, your mind already knows what is expected when you go there.
Schedule time in your calendar to call or write (email) a friend. When you’re busy with family obligations and day-today living, it can be easy to put friends at the bottom of your list. Friendships
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on something outside of your immediate surroundings – even for a moment. And you might learn something new, or at least be entertained with the words you read.
7. Strike a pose. Learn two to three yoga poses. Yoga is an excellent way to quickly refocus and re-energize, and also gain flexibility and strength and potentially lose a little weight.
8. Breathe. A few deep breaths can do a body good. Physiologically and emotionally taking deep intentional breaths can bring you back into balance. This can be done almost anywhere, making it easy to work into your routine.
9. S-t-r-e-t-c-h. Take a few moments to stretch your arms, legs, back and neck. Stretching
helps to maintain good flexibility and posture, release tension, and reduce your aches and pains.
10. Grab a journal. There are no rules for journaling and writing can be a great way to release frustrations and fears, or remember captured memories. It can also help you clarify your thoughts and feelings, and get to know yourself better.
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But about 10 years ago, something happened. Dee noticed her legs were tired and thought something was happening to her nerve endings that made her feel like something was crawling in her leg. Sometimes it felt like pins and needles. It was disrupting her sleep. “I was tossing and turning constantly,” said Dee. “It was affecting my husband’s sleep, too.” For those who don’t recognize these symptoms, Dee suffered from what is known as “restless leg syndrome” or RLS. It affects about 10% of the population, mostly women in their 50s, and is a neurological condition characterized by unpleasant and painful sensations, like those Dee experienced, and an irresistible urge to move the leg.
Maddeningly, lying down activates the symptoms and, left untreated, RLS can cause fatigue and exhaustion, impair memory and concentration, and make travel difficult. Dee did seek treatment. “I tried every kind of medication,” said Dee. “But I didn’t like how they made me feel—and they didn’t help that much.” But there was something worse. “I had terrible dreams.” Her life was becoming a nightmare. Dee stopped taking medicine and found a surprising treatment: acupuncture. And it worked. Life, as it happens, takes unforeseen turns and sometimes what you need is unexpectedly at hand. Dee set up an appointment for acupuncture with K.C. Chang, MD, a physiatrist specializing in
non-surgical treatment of the spine at Orthopedic Institute. Twenty five years ago he integrated acupuncture into his practice. He is one of a few medical doctors practicing acupuncture in the state of South Dakota. Dr. Chang, who has treated about 20 patients for RLS began to treat her. Dee said things got “progressively better with each session until I felt I didn’t need it anymore.” Indeed, one day, no more pins and needles. Which is ironic since acupuncture uses needles to stimulate “meridians,” or energy pathways, in order to modulate the neurological states that apparently cause RLS. Ironically, later, after Dee had knee surgery, the RLS returned. Again: Dr. Chang and acupuncture to the rescue. Once again, life is good.
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It’s a sight to see by just venturing out and about and walking around the beautiful landscape and sightseeing the historical buildings in Ann Arbor. Anson Brown Building is located on Broadway, and is the oldest commercial building in the city, built in the 1830s. Take the Broadway Bridge to Beakes Street and see Second Baptist Church, which was one of the first African American
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churches in Ann Arbor. One of the oldest houses in the city, built in 1835, the Kellogg-Warden House is now a museum. The first fraternity on campus, the Deke Shan’t Building was designed by U of M architecture professor William LeBaron Jenney, and was built in 1853. It is still owned by Delta Kappa Epsilon. These are just a few examples of the many buildings you will see that remain in the same condition they were in back in the 1800s. To enjoy the outdoors a bit more, explore Nichols Arboretum, known as “the Arb”, a 123-acre site which displays panoramic views, nature trails, gardens, and a path along the Huron River, where you can stroll through the many trees, both native and exotic to Michigan. Also, visit the Exhibit Museum of Natural History and get a glimpse of a planetarium and some displays featuring fossils, dinosaurs, minerals, and more. The University of Michigan is one of the largest public institutions in the United States and is well known for its academics and athletics. The huge campus makes up a large part of the city, and is very pretty and historic. Take a campus
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tour of the very interesting buildings included in the University, which is home to three campuses: Central Campus, North Campus, and Athletic Campus. On Central Campus, the open space is called the Diag, and it’s a relaxing spot to enjoy the day. Sidewalks here connect the academic buildings, benches, and the entire student culture and scene. Also located on Central Campus is Burton Memorial Tower, home to a 55-bell Baird Carillon. Climb to the top and hear the bells being played throughout the week, and enjoy a quality view of the campus from above. The library’s Reading Room has breathtaking stained glass windows, vaulted ceilings, and oak wainscoting. The University of Michigan Museum of Art has over 18,000 works of art for everyone to see. Those who prefer medieval and ancient art can cross the street and visit the Kelsey Museum of Archaeology, which features more than 100,000 objects from the Mediterranean and the Middle East. One attraction not to miss is Nickels Arcade. Opened in 1918, this fancy atrium covered in glass is still home to businesses
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more than 80 years old. Enjoy a cup of coffee from El Salvador or Ethiopia at Comet Coffee, then venture into Moe’s Sport Shop for some “U of M” apparel for the game. The football team for the University of Michigan is the Wolverines, and they are used to being one of the best teams in the country. They play at Michigan Stadium, commonly known as “The Big House”, which is also the largest American football stadium in the world!
Hopefully you buy tickets in advance, because the football games always sell out during the season. However, you can always catch the game along with many cheering die-hard fans from one of the many bars and pubs in Ann Arbor. If it’s basketball season, you can see the Hoopsters play at Crisler Arena, and the Yost Ice Arena hosts the hockey team. The Hill Auditorium is part of the University Musical Society,
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which offers a range of musical, dance, and theater productions with an amazing acoustics sound quality. One of North America’s oldest nonprofit acoustic music clubs, the Ark, has an international reputation for featuring worldly music as well as preserving American music such as bluegrass, jazz, and folk. Offering live entertainment and independent films, the Michigan Theater is a great place to go in Ann Arbor, as well as the nearby
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State Theater, which offers midnight showings of cult classics. For a unique concert experience, the Cavern Club is housed in an old brewery and hosts some of the biggest bands from metro Detroit. Grab a bite to eat at Mark’s Carts, where you can enjoy live music while eating your choice of menu item from a variety of ethnic food carts in a cozy courtyard on Washington Street. You
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can find more ethnic food choices at Pacific Rim with pan-Asian favorites, or try some Cuban specialties at Frita Batidos, with fritas and fresh fruit shakes with an option for rum. Cafe Zola offers French, Italian, and Turkish cuisines and takes pride in their brunch menu. You can’t miss Zingerman’s Roadhouse, with a vintage neon sign on the rooftop spelling out “REALLY GOOD AMERICAN FOOD”. The food here is famous, with Mississippi
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catfish, New Mexico green chiles, all-beef corn dogs, Vermontcheddar macaroni and cheese and more. The dishes are geographically inspired, and capture the history of each region’s culinary specialties. The chef’s own farm contributes to about 15 percent of the kitchen’s produce. With a small town feel and the excitement of a big city - Ann Arbor does it up different. Worth a visit!
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“I never tell parents to cut out sugary treats completely, but it is good to limit it,” Boote said.
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ny parent who has browsed the supermarket with a child in tow knows that sugar is everywhere —cereal, yogurt, fruit snacks, cookies, prepared lunches, juice. It’s an endless litany of, “Mooom, can I get … ?” The opportunities are endless, but the effects of a child who eats too much sugar can not only lead to a serious case of the wiggles, it also has the potential for long-term consequences such as weight gain and increased risk for type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and even heart issues, said Rochelle Boote, MD, a pediatrician at Avera Medical Group 69th and Cliff. Being overweight can also have emotional and social effects ranging from bullying to depression and feeling socially isolated. “Those aren’t things you want to be worrying about as
a teenager,” Boote said. Sugar is naturally in foods like fruits, vegetables, grains and milk. But many processed foods ranging from juices and cookies to cereal and even pasta sauce have added sugars and sweeteners. The goal for children should be to eat no more than 3 to 4 teaspoons of sugar daily in foods or beverages, said Kalli Kurtenbach, RD LN, Diabetes Educator at Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center. But according to the American Heart Association, the typical 4 to 8 year old consumes 21 teaspoons a day. Those numbers are contributing to the growing number of overweight and obese children. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one-third of children and adolescents in
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the United States are overweight. The answer may seem obvious, but it’s not always easy to follow. Hey, who doesn’t want an occasional cookie after dinner? “I never tell parents to cut out sugary treats completely, but it is good to limit it,” Boote said. “Instead of making it an everyday occurrence, limit it to special occasions.” That means keeping sugary treats out of reach from children, but the best solution is not buying it at all. Kurtenbach also said parents should avoid rewarding children with food and instead choose non-food rewards and activities.
Other tips include: • Read labels and watch portions. Foods might have more sugar than you expect and packaged snacks might also have more than one serving. • S ubstitute milk or water for juice or sports drinks. Remember, water is adequate in most cases unless your child or teenager is very active in sports.
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• Fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables to cut down on calories. • Limit snacking and grazing, especially right before dinner. Boote also said parents can find a happy balance. “A little bit of cheese on your broccoli isn’t horrible and smoothies are a great way to add veggies into the diet.” As always, parents are a child’s most important role model, so setting a good example is key to fostering lifelong healthy habits. “I encourage parents to have fruits and veggies around so that kids can be exposed to them,” Kurtenbach said. “They’re watching you and what you eat. Try to set the environment appropriately.”
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Instructions: Paint the bottom of the plate orange, the outside of the paper cup black, and the toilet paper tube brown. Let them all completely dry, then glue the toilet paper tube to the middle of the orange side of the paper plate so that the end of the tube allows it to stand up on its own. Create the turkey’s face by adding googly eyes and a construction paper beak to the top portion of the tube. You can get creative here and add a top hat, a waddle, or whatever you wish to the body. Using your choice of colors, cut feather shapes from construction paper, creating about 8-12 feathers per turkey. Write down some of the things you are thankful for on each feather. Glue the base of each feather to the unpainted side of the paper plate, so that they fan out around the turkey body. Use it as a centerpiece to remind your whole family what you all have to be thankful for this year!
Thanksgiving Placemats Materials: Chalk cloth, backing fabric, bias tape or similar binding, white paint pen, chalk, and scissors. Instructions: Cut pieces out for your placemat, 14 1.2” x 18” of each fabric. Place the pieces together, wrong sides facing each other, then sew your binding around the edges of the placemat. Using a white paint pen, write a message across the top of your placemat. Choose a message that encourages your kids to write or draw what they are thankful for. Once the paint pen message dries, rub a piece of chalk all over the placemat to prepare the chalk cloth for writing on, then wipe all of the chalk off with a damp cloth. The placemat is now ready to write on with chalk. Make an entire set of these to bring out during Thanksgiving festivities.
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Pumpkin Pie Spinner Materials: Two paper plates, small paint brush, light brown paint, bowl, orange construction paper, scissors, glue, brad fastener, and a black marker. Instructions: Using a small paint brush, paint the edges of the paper plate a pie-crust color in light brown paint. Using a bowl with an opening about the same size as the inside of the paper plate, trace a circle onto orange construction paper, then carefully cut around the circle. Glue the circle to the middle of the paper plate and let dry. Attach the other plain paper plate to the back of your painted “pie” with a brad fastener, directly in the middle. Cut out a piece of “pie” from the top plate, being careful not to get too close to the middle. Write down a big message on the orange construction paper, such as “I am thankful for…” or “I’m blessed with…” and spin the top plate around to write various things down on the inside of the middle plate that you are thankful for. Spin the top plate around to see all of the different things you and your family appreciate.
Thankful Clothespin Wreath Materials: Wire wreath frame, clothespins, acrylic paints in fall colors, sponge brushes, wooden heart shape, ribbon, and a black marker. Instructions: Have your kids use sponge brushes to paint the clothespins various colors with acrylic paint and lay them out to completely dry. Attach the clothespins to the wire wreath frame by clipping them onto the inner-most ring. The length of the clothespins should cover up the rest of the wire rings on the wreath frame. Continue to do this until the entire frame is covered with clothespins. To fill a 12-inch frame, about 53 clothespins will be needed. To help explain the point behind the wreath, hang a wooden heart shape in the middle of the wreath using a piece of ribbon. Write “I am thankful for…” onto the heart with a marker, rubber stamps, or inscribe the wood with a wood-burner if you want to get fancy. Use the same ribbon to tie a fine-point black marker to the bottom of the frame, and then use a piece of ribbon to hang the entire wreath up on your door or wherever you plan to display it. Encourage house-guests to write what they are thankful for on each clothespin as they come to visit! It will be fun to go through all of the things people appreciate at the end of the year when the wreath is completely full of blessings.
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seemed to be 12 hours, they had to pull the turkey out and rotate it every hour like a rotisserie. Needless to say, her guests went home with tummies filled with stuffing instead of turkey. It was finally ready to eat by midnight. Then there are the epic disaster stories of forgetting the sugar. Forgetting it in the whipped cream, the pumpkin pie, the apple pie, the pecan pie and the homemade apple cider. My favorite is when my ex boyfriend’s sister in-law Mary tried to get all Martha and tried her hand at a “from scratch” pumpkin pie. She was devastated when she pulled it out from the oven and it was green! She forgot the sugar too. Horror stories include crunchy mashed potatoes, uninvited guests and undercooked turkeys. They cannot compare with realizing you forgot to “clean out” the turkey. Lisa, a friend of mine did this and it was a total loss as plastic wrapped gizzards melted into the meat. Plus it smelled really bad. The point is, that even after hours, days, weeks, and even months of planning the perfect holiday, It rarely ends up “perfect”.
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Each and every year since I started cooking Thanksgiving dinners, I have stood over under-cooked potatoes, clumpy gravy or pumpkin something that made me cry. Sometimes it was tears of laughter and other times, tears of disappointment. I have been easily disheveled by running out of forks, mismatched plates and buying the wrong ingredients. The joy had quickly been depleted by trying to create a perfect holiday for everyone to enjoy. It took small voices with wide eyes peering over the counter with excitement to grasp that even in the mess I had created, I was blessed. That is when I got “it�. That no matter how hard I worked to
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create the vision of a perfect Thanksgiving, It could never be perfect-only blessed. Blessed by the ones who helped make the mess, clean up the mess, saved me a piece of pie and shared leftovers for a week. Blessed by the table that seated my favorite people, held up the heaping plates of food and rested under my elbows while the day dissolved into a star display. Blessed because my neighbors had plenty of sugar and they were sweet enough to share (miss you Alahna). Despite all the planning and recipe pinning, may you be blessed by the ones who lift you up, make your life sweet, and save you a piece of pie. Happy ThanksGiving!
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THESE ARE JUST SOME OF THE WONDERFUL BOOKS FOR CHILDREN WE HAVE COME ACROSS THIS MONTH. WE HOPE TO SHARE WITH YOU SOME YOU HAVE NOT SEEN BEFORE AND ALSO INTRODUCE OTHERS BEING RELEASED IN THE NEAR FUTURE. ENJOY.
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The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender by Leslye Walton Foolish love appears to be the Roux family birthright, an ominous forecast for its most recent progeny, Ava Lavender. Ava—in all other ways a normal girl—is born with the wings of a bird. In a quest to understand her peculiar disposition and a growing desire to fit in with her peers, sixteen-year old Ava ventures into the wider world, ill-prepared for what she might discover and naive to the twisted motives of others. Ages 14 yrs and up Candlewick Press
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by Mal Peet and Elspeth Graham Yazul loves making kites with his grandfather, but all he truly desires is the approval of his father. Yazul’s father, lord of a han along the Silk Road, is a man made stern by loneliness, and Yazul’s love of kite-making only seems to elicit disappointment. “Travel and trade are what matters,” his father says. But when the han is attacked by bandits, Yazul has an idea. With the help of his grandfather, he might just be able to use his kite-making skills to scare the bandits away and save the han. Will Yazul’s courage and cleverness make his father proud? Ages 4 yrs - 8 yrs Candlewick Press
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by Jane Yolen Sally and her brothers are walking home from school along the dunes in their Maine town when they come upon an enormous whale. He’s stranded on the beach. Her brother runs for help, and many people rally to respond, but the tide is going out quickly and the whale is just so big. Still, Sally is able to sit near the whale’s massive eye and tell him he’s beautiful and strong, and that she will miss him no matter what happens. Master storyteller Jane Yolen and illustrator Melanie Cataldo have created an authentic portrait of vulnerability that is at once spare, moving, and honest. Ages 5 yrs - 9 yrs Candlewick Press
Big Red Kangaroo by Claire Saxby In the center of Australia, the sun is setting over the baked earth, and Red Kangaroo stirs from his rest. It’s breakfast time, and Red must lead his mob of kangaroos off to find grasses for grazing. But Red is also on the watch for young male kangaroos who are ready to challenge him and try to take his place as leader. Striking illustrations set the mood for a compelling, fact-filled story of red kangaroos in the wilds of Australia. Ages 5 yrs - 8 yrs Candlewick Press
Owl Babies Wall by Tom Clohosy Cole A young boy and his mother and sister were separated from their father when the Berlin Wall was built between East and West Germany. This story shows the family’s struggle as they try to cross the wall so they can be together again. This spectacular book is based on true stories about the Berlin Wall. Powerful illustrations teamed with an emotive storyline make this an impressive tale of triumph over adversity. Ages 4 yrs - 8 yrs Candlewick Press
by Martin Waddell When three baby owls awake one night to find their mother gone, they can’t help but wonder where she is. Stunning illustrations capture the owls as they worry about their mother: What is she doing? When will she be back? Not surprisingly, a joyous flapping and dancing and bouncing greets her return, lending a celebratory tone to the ending of this comforting tale. Never has the plight of young ones who miss their mother been so simply told or so beautifully rendered. Ages 0 mos - 3 yrs Candlewick Press
A Great Big Cuddle Poems for the Very Young by Michael Rosen In this exuberant compilation, Michael Rosen invites children to joyfully celebrate sounds and the infinite possibilities of language. Nonsense verses with the feel of classic nursery rhymes tickle the ear and set feet tapping while expressive illustrations by Chris Riddell illuminate the largerthan-life characters. With subject matter that runs the gamut of a child’s emotional range from hungry and angry to wiggly and giggly, these thirty-six clever poems will delight little listeners. Ages 3 yrs - 7 yrs Candlewick Press
The Sea Tiger by Victoria Turnbull The Sea Tiger is Oscar’s best friend—and Oscar’s only friend. They do everything together: explore the ocean, visit the sea circus, even hitch a ride to the surface to look at the stars. But Oscar is shy, and so it’s up to the Sea Tiger to help him find other friends. Ages 3 yrs - 7 yrs Candlewick Press
Counting Lions Felix Stands Tall by Rosemary Wells Felix has a new best friend! With take-charge Fiona, anything seems possible, and before Felix knows it, she sweeps him into singing and dancing with her as pixies in the Guinea Pig Jubilee talent show. But right after Felix’s first-prize triumph, trouble waits in the wings. “Twinkletoes!” someone taunts, and Felix crumbles. Can he pull himself together and face down the bullies? With a little help from Fiona, can Felix find a magic key that unlocks the secret to standing up—to anyone? Ages 5 yrs - 8 yrs Candlewick Press
Portraits from the Wild by Katie Cotton Exquisite charcoal drawings of ten endangered creatures—lions, elephants, giraffes, pandas, tigers, chimpanzees, penguins, turtles, macaws, and zebras—startle the viewer with their size and astonishing detail. A poetic text notes each creature’s particular qualities and behavior, while providing a quiet counting exercise and a reminder that these animals must be cherished and protected. All ages Candlewick Press
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BY DICK ROGEN, DVM Horizon Pet Care, 1100 East Holly Boulevard Brandon, SD 57005 • (605) 582-8445
ince the time I grew up on the farm, fall has been my favorite season. It is the time of harvest. The crops have matured and are being combined, hay is stacked for a long winter and the calves are ready to go to a new home. It is also the time when a farmer looks into the mirror and decides if they have done the best they could this year. The lives we live are also a harvest in many ways. It is the summation of our lives from both the good and the bad. I am not sure that our pets think in the same way, but their involvement in our lives can certainly influence our outcomes. I think pets have their own special abilities to get us through the tough times. I have been fortunate to have had many enjoyable and interesting pets. They certainly have added to my life and made it more meaningful. There also were those times when the opposite was true. I think I individually kept the paper towel companies in business! Aside from the carpet cleanings, new shoes and loss of sleep, I am thankful for their presence in my life. More importantly I have been blessed to be a Veterinarian. I have experienced the privilege of meeting and taking care of so many pets and the people connected to them.
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I have learned more from them, than I ever could give back. The world is mostly filled with kind and compassionate people. They also have some pretty neat beasties along with them. I am thankful for my harvest! This Thanksgiving I hope that you take time to enjoy your own personal harvest. It is that time of the year to relax and enjoy your accomplishments. It should not be measured in the number of dollars you have in the bank, but the great experiences and relationships. The smiles you have created, and in the case of Veterinarians, the number of tails that continue to wag for another year. If you gathered all of your friends, family and co-workers in one group, you would realize what a great year it has been. I also think that Thanksgiving is also the best time of the year to say Thank You to the people and pets in your life. Those few simple words mean so much more than a present, gift card or toy. And if you have had a great year, hugs work too. Please side step the craziness of Christmas shopping and enjoy the blessings that God has provided. Take your favorite pet on an early walk, take a nap and keep the leftovers out of the pets reach. I hope your harvest is wonderful this year. Happy Thanksgiving.
Enzo, best friend of Terry, Tricia and Jake Paulsen
Edna, best friend of Angie, Sam and Charlie.
Gryffin, best friend of Grant & Erica
Black Sabbath, best friend of Margaret Bartels
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Molly, best friend of the Leighton family
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SENIOR PETS – Aging is not a Disease
Signs of Illness – Don’t dismiss these symptoms as a normal part of aging.
Cats & dogs, on average, become “senior pets” at 7 years of age. Some common illnesses seen in senior pets include: arthritis/joint disease, kidney disease, thyroid conditions, diabetes, heart disease & cancer. Our older pets no longer have to suffer through these diseases, however early detection is the key. Many of these illnesses can be treated or managed to help prevent progression of the disease, or changes can be made to make your pet comfortable and happy. Routine wellness exams, bloodwork to monitor organ function & radiographs or ultrasounds can help detect many of these illnesses in the early stages.
• Change in weight (especially weight loss) • Change in appetite (usually less, but hyperthyroid cats will eat more) • Drinking more water • Changes in urination & defecation (changes in frequency, color, amount) • New lumps, bumps or swellings (or changes in existing ones) • Weakness or sudden collapse • Difficulty climbing stairs or jumping • Bad odor in mouth or drooling • Seizures • Disorientation
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Jacey, best friend of Jamie and Jordan Whipkey2 Tequila Rose, best friend of Jackie L.
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Patches, best friend of Jacque and Duston
Each month we will choose and feature cute pets. Your pet could be next, so send in a picture today. Email your photo – just one per pet – to etc.mag@sio.midco.net. Please make sure they are high-resolution photos (the highest setting on your camera). Include in email: pet’s name and owner’s name. Pet owners must own the rights to all submitted photos.
Patty best friend of Dennis and Julie Kettering
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Ceremonial Dance Circle BY BRUCE BLAKE
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Ceremonial Dance Circle Sherman Park, Sioux Falls
r. W. H. Over, South Dakota’s first archeologist, sketched maps of two Omaha earth-hut villages in present-day lower Sherman Park. He also outlined a 51-feet in diameter Omaha dance bowl or circle in the upper park. Formal ceremonial dances evolved among many prehistoric native cultures. Early Euramerican observers recorded a variety of ritualistic dances among the Plains Indians. Dances by warriors before and after warfare, initiation dances, buffalo hunting dances, and worship dances such as the sun dance were noted. Other dances honored animals including the eagle, rabbit, and bear. Most dances were performed in a large circle and only by men. Music provided with flutes, drums, gourd rattles, and bone or wood whistles accompanied chanting by the dancers and drummers. In 2005 Renee Boen of the South Dakota Archeological Research Center reviewed Dr. Over’s original map. Although no trace of the dance circle exists today, she determined that it had been located 40 yards northeast of this spot. DEDICATED IN 2006 BY THE MINNEHAHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, THE STUDENTS OF PATRICK HENRY MIDDLE SCHOOL, AND THE SIOUX FALLS BOARD OF PRESERVATION.
Map of the South Village The Sherman Park dance bowl or circle is the only known site in Minnehaha County that is believed to have been regularly used by prehistoric people for ceremonial dancing. Image owner: South Dakota State Archeological Center.
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