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8 FUN IN THE FALL How you have fun during autumn in Wisconsin depends

on your definition of the word.

29 PATCHWORK

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Sailing the high SEAS

OK, it’s Lake Michigan, but Sheboygan organization shows this activity is inclusive  by Mark Sherry

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heboygan is one of the world’s best venues for sailing.

Anyone who might be a bit incredulous about that statement should consider the credentials of the source from which it came—Juliana “Juju” Senfft.

Senfft has been sailing since she was 3 years old and competed in her first sailing competition at the age of 5. Her parents were very much into sailing in her native country of Brazil and, oh, by the way, her father won a silver medal in the 1984 Olympics— held in Los Angeles—in the sport of sailing.

Juju made her own run at the

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Olympics, competing to try to be part of the games held in London. While she did not reach that goal, her bid took her to Sheboygan for the first time at the age of 20 for a race. From 2008 to 2011 she came to Sheboygan every year for a race, sometimes twice per year. The infrastructure for sailboat racing was good in Sheboygan, she observed, but she also liked everything about the city, area and state.

In 2012, an organization was formed to promote sailing in Sheboygan—aptly named the Sailing Education Association of Sheboygan (SEAS). Businessman and sailing enthusiast Terry Kohler spearheaded the creation of SEAS. Four years later the organization had a full-

time opening for an adaptive sailing coach, and Juju said she was more than happy to take the job and make Sheboygan her home.

Now she is one of six full-time staff members (plus part-timers in the summer) who continue to work to grow SEAS, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating affordable pathways for the community to safely enjoy boating on Lake Michigan.

SEAS has worked to develop an international reach into the boating community which allows them to bring quality programs, boats, people and knowledge to the Sheboygan lakefront.

They provide educational programming and access to boats while removing barriers to participation created by

WOMEN WHO INSPIRE | Sailing off Sheboygan financial, physical, or cognitive needs.

Education is the foundation of the organization. Classes teach safe handling of power and sail boats utilizing U.S. Sailing’s national standards.

The organization operates out of its facility at 1837 Superior Ave. which was designed three years ago specifically for SEAS. Boats are stored there during the off-season and there is a wash bay and two shops. “We’re very fortunate to have it,” Juju said of the facility which is located about eight minutes inland from the lake.

SEAS is a year-round organization, even if sailing is not happening on the lake. In the cold winter months, SEAS members present on topics such as local maritime history, water safety, the marine industry and marine

preservation, and they teach traditional maritime skills. They partner with other lakefront organizations to build a community passionate about Lake Michigan.

Juju said the sailing season in Sheboygan is generally from late May through late October. “If it’s a nice fall, we try to keep the boats out as long a we can,” she said.

By the way, Juju said she loves winters in Wisconsin even though she had never seen snow falling from the sky until she moved here. “You have the best of both worlds right here,” she said.

SEAS tries to offer the best of the sailing world to all people—even those who have never tried it before and those who might think they would never be able to do it.

Juju specializes in adaptive sailing, providing sailing and racing opportunities for those in Sheboygan and the surrounding communities who have a wide variety of physical or cognitive impairments.

Their goal is to assist disabled sailors in growing confidence and a sense of freedom through empowering experiences on the water, enabling a strong sense of self that they can carry with them to their daily lives. This is a unique opportunity for the sailors who come through the program to take charge of a boat on their own or in a group of friends and family.

Juju said safety is of the utmost concern for all sailors but especially in the Adaptive Sailing program. SEAS evaluates prospective students on an individual basis to determine their

A man with ALS is able to not only sail on Lake Michigan but control the actions of the boat using his mouth.

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WOMEN WHO INSPIRE | Sailing off Sheboygan Juju said their sailors have included the visually impaired who do very well at piloting the boats with the use of beacons in the water. People with ALS also are frequent users of the program as the specially equipped boats can be fully controlled with the use of just four buttons, including via use of the mouth. A lift is available which takes people from their wheelchair directly into a chair on the boat. “It’s totally safe to do it,” Juju said.

The SEAS facility at 1837 Superior Ave. in Sheboygan includes a wood shop in which boats can be constructed and repaired. ability to provide a safe and fun learning environment. If they are accepted into the Adaptive Sailing program, there is no additional fee for instruction once the person become a SEAS member.

Most of the adaptive sailing lessons are conducted on Sonar sailboats, which have become a popular adaptive sailing class worldwide.

A 23-foot long keelboat, Sonars are known for their spacious, open cockpit.

Designed by Bruce Kirby— who also designed the extremely popular Laser dinghy—these boats are recognized for being stable and durable. In addition to being suitable for beginners, the Sonars are also raced competitively in both open and disabled championships, including fleet and match racing.

SEAS offers instruction on both an individual basis and to groups both small and large. Instructors have

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a wide range of experience with disabled sailors and are U.S. Sailing certified instructors.

Boats can be adapted to accommodate a variety of physical impairments.

But SEAS is open to anyone and everyone who has any interest in sailing, including simply trying it for the first time. The organization has grown steadily, including having its best year ever last year during the pandemic because sailing is outdoors, of course, and can be done alone or in small groups.

Anyone can become

a member of SEAS with a variety of dues levels available.

Another service provided

by SEAS is captained evening charters of its 40foot Tartan “Northstar.” New this year, the chartered trips are available Wednesdays to Sundays from 2 to 5 p.m. or from 6 to 9 p.m. Up to six people can go on the trips and they can bring their own food and beverages. To learn more about fees for this trip or to reserve a date, email info@seasheboygan. org or call (920) 783-3670.

A variety of classes are offered by SEAS including: n Basic Keelboat (Beginner Course)—This curriculum was created by U.S. Sailing. Those who take this course will learn how to properly prepare a boat to sail, leave the dock/ mooring, control a boat in confined waters, navigation rules and tips, control a

Visually impaired individuals sail on Lake Michigan with the use of beacons in the water.

WOMEN WHO INSPIRE | Sailing off Sheboygan boat in open waters, heavy weather sailors, safety and emergency procedures and more. Those who pass this class will receive a Basic Keelboat Certificate from U.S. Sailing.

(SEAS has changed from pre-set group courses to ondemand lessons that fit into busy schedules. To schedule lessons and start learning contact SEAS Program Director Matt Wierzbach at mwierzbach@seasheboygan. org.) n First Sail—The First Sail Experience is a twohour lesson offered to anyone through a growing list of First Sail Locations, comprised of community sailing centers, sailing schools and yacht clubs around the country. This unique opportunity offers beginners an introduction to sailing in a casual setting and is designed to provide a memorable experience that will motivate newcomers to continue sailing. The First Sail Experience features basic sailing hands-on learning that will cover topics such as how a sail works, parts of a sailboat, points of sail, and important safety guidelines. First Sails can be scheduled at the person’s convenience. n Private lessons Power boating classes also are offered including Safe Power Boating, Accelerated Safe Power Boating, Safety & Rescue, and Markset, the latter of which is for anyone who will be operating a markset boat for a race, regatta or event—something with which SEAS also assists.

Going back to Juju’s statement at the start of this story about Sheboygan being one of the world’s best venues for sailing, she explained that it is because the lake offers a little bit of everything for sailors.

Sometimes conditions are windy without waves, and sometimes it is windy with waves. Then there are times when there is hardly any wind, something sailors have to learn to deal with as well. “You get to be a well-rounded sailor,” she said by experiencing varied conditions.

Juju said she still competes in sailing races, including being part of a crew which raced from Chicago to Mackinac Island, Michigan earlier this year.

Her boat did not win but she said she had fun—and showing people the fun of sailing is what SEAS is all about.

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There’s

FUN to be had...

...no matter what your definition of that is!

It is easy to connect the words “fun” and “fall” because of the alliteration—not to mention the fact there are just a lot of cool things going on during this great season of the year.

From football to frolicking in leaves to finding new food options, the fun— and apparently words that start with “f”—just keep on coming.

But that silliness aside, fun is really in the eyes of the participant. There are pumpkin farms and hay rides aplenty in northeast Wisconsin, but maybe your idea of fun during these cooler days is redesigning a space in your house, acquiring some new

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“bling” or discovering new places for children—even the adult-age ones—to play.

Following are a few ideas for having fun this fall. The most important message is find what is fun for you and go do it—you deserve it!

Haas Studio Haas Studio is an interior design studio which opened in Kiel at the beginning of July.

Haas Studio of Kiel specializes in interior design and related services.

“We specialize in interior design but we also offer services in furniture and décor styling, furniture space planning, color consultations and rendering services,” owner Kassidie Haas said.

She added, “Here at Haas Studios, we want to help you achieve your design goals no matter what the space is. We believe that design is about so much more than just making a space look good. A

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LIFE | Fun in the fall design should be a reflection of you while still remaining practical and functional for the space it exists in.”

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Pacifico Mexican Bar & Grill Pacifico Mexican Bar & Grill opened in 2000 with one goal in mind—providing an enjoyable dining experience to the Sheboygan area.

Thanks to the staff’s experience and dedication, they have managed to become masters of the craft of providing delicious and authentic Mexican food, the best margaritas in the area, plus a fun atmosphere with the best attention to detail and service.

Located at 820 Indiana Ave. in Sheboygan, Pacifico Mexican Bar & Grill provides dishes that are fresh, hearty, and simply unforgettable.

The chef-driven menu highlights seasonal ingredients in simple,

Pacifico in Sheboygan offers a great outdoor dining venue on the Sheboygan River.

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LIFE | Fun in the fall handcrafted dishes served straight from the kitchen. Add even more to the dining experience with a selection from their complimentary beverages—and save room for dessert.

Chef’s specials and the “Especial of the Day” are among the highlights on the menu. Day or night, the Soup of the Day is a dish many crave.

People may dine in or carry out.

In Sheboygan people can dine inside or outside on the patio alongside the Sheboygan River. Curbside pick-up also is available.

Pacifico Mexican Bar & Grill is open Mondays through Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Boelter’s Jewelers Boelter’s has been “Manitowoc’s Busiest Jewelry Store” since 1927.

Boelter’s in Manitowoc refers to itself as “Manitowoc’s Busiest Jewelry Store.”

For over 90 years, Boelter’s has been providing excellent customer service to generations of families.

We pride ourselves in our customer service while upholding Boelter’s tradition of selling beautifully crafted jewelry to our cherished customers.

Boelter’s Jewelers offers a variety of services from replacing watch batteries to repairing and restyling jewelry. We can repair just about anything, including items not purchased at Boelter’s. Our services include ring resizing, restringing

pearls, charm attachment and so much more. Our staff also will clean and inspect your jewelry, gift wrap your purchases, and get estimates on jewelry and watch repairs at no charge. Any engravable merchandise purchased at Boelter’s can be engraved at no charge. Whether it is a charm, pendant, or ring, our inhouse engraver can do it all.

Over time, jewelry loses its initial sparkle and shine, but it will always have its memories and sentimental value attached to it; however,

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LIFE | Fun in the fall Boelter’s has grown as a store and now has its new sparkle and shine.

For over 90 years, Boelter’s has held on to its family-owned tradition as well as its memories, milestones and core values. Since day one our staff has shown commitment, fairness and trustworthiness. We value each one of our customers and certainly go out of our way to make them feel welcomed from the minute they step into our store until they leave.

Boelter’s Jewelers has been voted 2021 Winner of the “Best of the Lakeshore” and is located at 2101 Washington St. in Manitowoc.

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Art’s BBQ Art’s BBQ in Sheboygan uses fresh ingredients to create a memorable, affordably priced dining experience at its restaurant located at 2329 S. Business Dr. Corey Franklin of Art’s BBQ said,

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“We offer fantastic meals to our diners that can be enjoyed anywhere.

Our menu features a host of mouthwatering dishes and scratch-made specials. Stop in or order from our website, artsbbq.com.”

In addition to the dining experience,

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sandwiches, beef dinners, pork, homemade sides, and a kids menu.

Customers have said that menu items such as the Smoked Brisket, BBQ Ribs and Pulled Pork are the best they have ever tasted.

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LIFE | Fun in the fall Art’s BBQ also has been offering live blues bands from 2 to 6 p.m. every Sunday from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The music is provided outdoors under a tent.

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Sheboygan County Historical Society Museum The Sheboygan County Historical Society was formed in 1923 and holds over 35,000 artifacts in its collection.

The museum campus at 3110 Erie Ave. in Sheboygan has the main museum building as well as four historic sructures, all dating from the mid- to late-1800s. The campus hosts programs on Sheboygan County history as well as seasonal traveling exhibits.

Executive Director Travis Gross said, “We host over 3,000 elementary aged students through the school year as well as our History Hill Music Festival the second Saturday in September. Tours of the museum are available through Oct. 31.”

He added, “We enjoy sharing the history of our great county and are always happy to know people leave us having learned something about Sheboygan County. We are really proud of our hidden gem.”

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Strand Adventures

Learn more at strandadventures. com.

Strand Adventures was once a historic downtown movie theater and has now been transformed into a family friendly activity complex containing a three-story jungle gym, tot area, rock climbing, ninja gym, bounce houses, laser tag and an arcade.

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Griff & Milly’s Griff & Milly’s is a cute home boutique packed full of a wide variety of home decor and gifts.

Strand Adventures opened in June 2019. It is all indoors so it serves as a great “energy outlet” during the cooler months, Event Coordinator Audrey DiMarco said.

Located at 315 N. 8th St. in downtown Manitowoc, Strand Adventures offers monthly and annual memberships. They also host birthday parties, group events and facility rentals. The business won “Best of the Lakeshore 2021” For Best Children’s Birthday Party Venue, Best Sports Venue, and Best Family Entertainment Venue.

Owner Kim Genke said, “We have been in business for 3-1/2 years.

The store is named after two of our family pets. Griff is a pug and Milly is a dachshund. We love to have Griff, Milly or one of our other dogs here in the store to greet customers.”

She added, “The store has a wide variety of decor and also a cute section of pet decor and other pet items. We love to offer a huge, unique selection of seasonal decor. Christmas and fall items are our favorite but this past year Easter and spring items were also very popular. The past few weeks Griff

Griff & Milly’s boutique in Howards Grove offers numerous items to beautify the home for autumn.

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LIFE | Fun in the fall and Milly have been busy little pups filling the store full of great fall items.”

guidelines and tips on how to throw the axes.

craft cocktails, craft beer, as well as cider and wine.

Griff & Milly’s is located at 820 Madison Ave. in Howards Grove.

Escape rooms will be located on the first floor, accessible from Indiana Avenue. Game masters will provide basic information about the experience booked, as well as give hints should people get stuck on a puzzle.

Longhouse started serving generous servings of ramen and pho for dinein or take-out in mid-July.

Delivery will be coming soon.

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Longhouse Axe Bar Longhouse Axe Bar, located at the corner of 12th Street and Indiana Avenue in Sheboygan, opened in October 2020 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Originally envisioned as an expansion of Escape Sheboygan, the built-from-scratch handcrafted space is now home to 12 axe throwing lanes, full bar, ramen kitchen, and coming soon, four new escape rooms.

Longhouse Axe Bar was the first to open. When people arrive, they should park on 12th Street and enter the bar through the back doors. Attentive axe masters take care of all aspects of the visit, including axe throwing safety

Guests can reserve their axe throwing lane online for $25 per person for one hour of throwing.

Mondays through Thursdays during happy hour from 4 to 8 p.m., walk-in throwing is offered at a discounted rate of $15 per person, along with drink specials. The full bar features

Nicole Reynolds of Longhouse Axe Bar said, “In the first escape room to open this October, Dreadnaught, guests will need to save a submarine from certain destruction. The following rooms opening later in 2021 and early 2022 will include a spooky graveyard, Revolutionary War, and a room we are not at liberty to disclose any details of—yet. Escape rooms will be available

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LIFE | Fun in the fall to book at $25 per person for a one-hour experience.”

Longhouse also is available for private events.

Go to the website for more information.

Current operating hours are Mondays to Fridays, 4 p.m. to close; and Saturdays, noon to close. Hours are subject to

change. Book online and view food and drink menus at www.longhouseaxebar. com. Find them on Facebook at https://www. facebook.com/search/ top?q=longhouse%20 axe%20bar; and on Instagram @ longhouseaxebar.  See our ad on page 15

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roud, fun loving, hard working, professional—those are just a few of the positive adjectives which describe the women in our local communities.

From owners and employees of various sized companies to key members of the chamber of commerce, women play a huge role among the community’s businesses.

In this continuing series of Verve features focusing on businesswomen in a particular community, meet some of the women who put verve into their businesses in the area.

KRISI KAISER

Harbor Lights Bar Krisi Kaiser has been coowner of Harbor Lights Bar in Sheboygan since 2015.

“It was my dream to own a bar since I was a young girl,” Kaiser said. “I grew up in the bar called the Question Mark in Adell that my aunt owned. I would always go behind the bar and wash the glasses and help flip burgers when it wasn’t busy. I knew I wanted to own a bar since a young age, and I made it happen.”

She added, “I co-own the bar and would not be where

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Krisi Kaiser I am at without my business partner. We strive to make our business successful and the best in Sheboygan County. We are known for our award-winning bloody mary—winner of Best of Sheboygan County, along with State of Wisconsin People’s Choice at the Bloody Mary Festival.”

Harbor Lights Bar serves drinks, specialty drinks and some food. “We have a thriving business with great views and a dog friendly back yard,” Kaiser added.

The bar is located at 434 Pennsylvania Ave. in Sheboygan.

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PEGGY

Tauschek purchasing it in October 2005.

“It’s strictly a family business,” Peggy said. “My daughters and son-in-laws help during busy holidays, otherwise it’s just my husband and I the majority of the time. A few friends help package also.”

Victorian Chocolate Shoppe offers 27 varieties of truffles and a wide variety of other chocolates made inhouse. Packaged gift boxes of chocolates are always available, as are chocolatecovered raspberries—the shop’s biggest seller.

Strawberries are made May through October and, of

course, on Valentine’s Day. “We carry a large selection of packaged candy (pre-bagged) and nostalgic candy,” Peggy said.

“Every holiday we carry a large selection of seasonal candies.”

Peggy explained how she got into the candy business.

She said, “After previously working in manufacturing I decided I needed a change.

The business was for sale and we jumped in with very little knowledge of running a business, but soon figured things out.”

Peggy said the business has grown steadily each year. “We would be happy

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to see it stay at that level,” she said.

Asked what customers say about Victorian Chocolate Shoppe, Peggy said, “I think they like the small mom and pop business. They love the raspberries. (It is) a place to get a great gift for family and friends, especially the old-time candies you can’t get anywhere. There is something for everyone.”

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SHAWNA SILBERZAHN Whisk Bakery

Whisk Bakery in Sheboygan produces beautiful and delectable allergy-friendly baked goods for special events.

Owner Shawna Silberzahn’s treats contain no gluten, dairy, soy, or refined sugars.

“I found my passion for grain-free baking after making several lifestyle changes that greatly impacted my health,” Silberzahn said. “Now I want to be able to provide delicious, beautiful bakery

Shawna Silberzahn that doesn’t compromise the joy of celebrating with family and friends because of a restricted diet.

“I grew up helping my mom—who also happens to be a baker—in the kitchen,” she added. “I loved mixing things up, tasting it, and seeing the joy on people’s faces when they tasted what we made. I have fond memories of picking a flavor birthday cake each year for my birthday and enjoying my mom’s homemade creation.”

After finishing her bachelor’s degree in Health Promotion, Silberzahn became more and more aware of the importance of food and how it impacted her health. She said, “Unfortunately, shortly

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after school my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer and my dad was battling high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and prediabetes. Something had to change. After reading about it, I switched over to a Paleo-based diet. I was convinced diet and lifestyle played a huge role in chronic disease and prevention. I saw amazing changes in my health and my family including reduced medication for my dad and a clear cancer diagnoses for my mom. I was really convinced that this was something I needed to share.

“To this day, my own two kiddos are grain-free and follow a Paleo-Based diet.

I love making them treats for their birthdays and other special occasions that I can feel good about and know that they won’t make them feel ‘yucky’—even my baby who is allergic to eggs can enjoy cake and cookies.”

Silberzahn added, “I decided to support those making healthier lifestyle changes with something that we all agree is hard to avoid—parties, events, weddings, and other celebrations. Who can say no to cake? Not to mention, if you’re like me, and you battle an autoimmune condition such as celiac disease, it can be downright detrimental to your health.

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To learn more about Whisk Bakery in Sheboygan, check out https://www. whiskpaleo.com, e-mail info@whiskpaleo.com, or call (920) 783-6049.

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LESLIE WINTER

Schwarz Fish Schwarz Fish is a familyowned business which has been around for more than a century, having been founded in 1912.

“Currently I am part of the fifth generation running the company,” Manager Leslie Winter said, noting that nephew Jake and nieces Hanna and Sarah are now working at the business.

With the help of Leslie’s brother Brett, sister Liz, and 17 employees, Schwarz Fish offers a wide variety of smoked fish. The retail market has a large variety of carry-out food; fresh, homemade deli salads; fresh fish; and seafood.

Leslie has been working for Schwarz Fish for over 30 years. “My great-grandfather started the business,” she said. “We have been in business 109 years, proudly serving Sheboygan County.”

Leslie said Schwarz Fish hopes to maintain its customer base and grow a little in the years ahead.

She said customers often comment on the excellent variety of homemade deli salads and fresh fish at the business, along with reasonable prices and great customer service.

“We are lucky to have such great employees who have stayed with us throughout the years,” Leslie said. “That is why we have made it this long in business. Without them it would not be possible. We also thank the customers for supporting the small businesses during these difficult times.”

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Hollie Kroll business for a little over 80 years.

It is a third-generation owned meat market. A few years ago, Rich Sachse became part of the family to help it grow as Chuck Miesfeld transitions into retirement. Miesfeld’s has grown a lot over the years and now has about 80 employees.

“We provide a great quality product to our community through our retail store, to many local restaurants and stores— even outside of Wisconsin,” said Hollie Kroll, retail store manager. “I have been here for 11 years. I started as a meat cutter and have worked my way up to leadership.”

She added, “We are

currently working on doubling the size of our retail store, which is very exciting. I believe all of our plans and new products are going to be such a great addition. We take a lot of pride in showcasing many local vendors. As we continue to grow, we will continue to provide our customers with great quality, variety and uniqueness you can’t find anywhere else.”

Asked about the feedback they get from customers, Kroll said, “Customers most often come to us for our quality product. From our grand champion brats, award winning sausage and custom cuts of meat, you just can’t go wrong.

We also work hard to give back to the community and be a part of many local nonprofits.”

When she is not working, Kroll said, “I am an early bird. I like to get up with the sun. I enjoy camping and exploring. My husband and I enjoy going fishing on all the beautiful lakes around us. We spend a lot of time spoiling our pets.

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here are multiple salon businesses in one at Salon H in Kiel which opened on June 1 of this year.

Ashley Herr opened the business at 1110 Fremont St. offering chair/room rentals. Each station is its own business, including Ashley’s business Revive.

Salon H quickly drew interest from other area stylists and now features the following:

Ashley Herr opened Salon H in Kiel on June 1 of this year. The salon located at 1110 Fremont St. offers chair/room rentals to other stylists and half a dozen stylists are currently operating there. Each station is its own business.

n Calla Hair Studio, Rachael Heeler;

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n Studio Brit, Brittany Lubach; n Cosmogirl, Jill Weigert; n wild roots, Paige Steffes; n SkinSationByK, Kailey Grosskopf.

Phone numbers for each business can be found in the advertisement on this page.

Collectively, Salon H can provide haircuts, hair color, permanent waves, facial waxing, updo’s, wedding hair and makeup, eyelash extensions and body waxing.

Ashley has been a stylist for over 12 years and a business owner since 2016.

“I opened Salon H in Kiel to be closer to home to raise my three children and to provide space for others to have the opportunity to be their own bosses, to have the flexibility to do your own

Asked about where she sees her business headed, Ashley said she hopes “to continue to grow and support others in navigating their own business. To be a blissful, positive environment within the Kiel community.”

She said customers are understanding the concept of Salon H and are commenting on how it must be a blessing for stylists to be their own boss and also be available to their families as needed.

When she is not working, Ashley said she loves “taking care of my family and raising our three kids.” She said she also loves to read books “about everything.”

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Recipes, Recollections & Reminiscings from Marge

By Marge Petts I look forward to Indian Summer every year, which arrives after the first frost.

It will be warm, dry and calm weather, followed by the beginning of colder temperatures.

Indian Summer is more evident in the Eastern and Central States where the weather pattern, temperatures, and wind fluctuate more. It is also the time of year that many years ago found us on small lakes in Northern Wisconsin harvesting wild rice.

My husband, Stan, is a member of an Indian tribe in Michigan. His mother was a full-blooded Ottawa Indian.

The Ottawas are a FrenchCanadian tribe.

We have the Native Americans to thank for many of the fruits and vegetables that are an important part of our diet today.

Cranberries were an important food source for many American tribes.

Cranberries are one of the three native fruits in North America. The other two are blueberries and Concord Grapes. Cranberries are a superfood with disease fighting antioxidants and boost immunity. They were a source of food and medicine for North American Indians. The berries juice was used in a poultice (a soft, moist heated mass made from plants or herbs and spread on a cloth) to extract poison from arrow wounds.

In Three Lakes in Northern Wisconsin, there were three cranberry bogs. They harvested cranberries in the Fall of the Year. Cranberries were grown in a swamp in bog beds about 40 feet wide by 160 feet long. The bogs were surrounded by a trench that could be flooded. When the cranberries were ready to be harvested, the water

Zucchini with Tomatoes & Basil Makes 5 (1/2 cup) Servings 4 small zucchini, cut into ½ inch thick slices 1 cup coarsely chopped tomatoes 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil ¼ teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 teaspoons lemon juice 2 tablespoon shredded fresh Parmesan cheese, if desired In medium saucepan, combine zucchini and ¼ cup water. Cook over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, if you like your vegetables crisp-tender,

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(or longer if you like your vegetables softer). Drain well.

Add tomatoes, basil, salt, pepper and lemon juice; mix well. Cook and stir about 1 minute or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with cheese.

was raised in the beds so that the cranberries floated. Hand scoops were used to scoop the floating berries and put them into tubs. They were then loaded onto trailers and taken to a sorting factory.

These cranberries were also harvested by American Indians, such as the Ottawa Tribe.

Hunting and gathering means living on what nature provides. The Ottawa’s were also gardening people. They do not wander around looking for a stray berry or wild plum.

They know when things are going to be ready in a territory they know well.

If it weren’t for the Native Americans bringing corn to the new world, we wouldn’t be able to enjoy it today.

The Legend of Corn: Many years ago, the great Kahkawkonty told how the Great Spirit told him to preserve two ears on the plant until the next Spring, and then to plant the kernals from the ears of corn. He was told to preserve the whole crop and send two ears to each of the surrounding Indian Nations, with the order they were not to eat any of it until their third crop. By this means the corn was distributed among all the American Indians.

We would also do well to follow the American Indians beliefs as we strive to preserve the way of life we enjoy today.

The “living green” movement that we hear so much about today, was a way of life for the American Indians.

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Cranberry Bars Cream together: 2 eggs, beaten 1-1/2 cups sugar 1 cup butter, softened Add: 1-1/2 cups flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1 heaping tsp. salt

1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups halved cranberries 1 cup nuts, chopped Bake in a 9x13 inch pan at 325 degrees for 35 or 40 minutes.

Cranberry-Apple-Nut Pie Makes 1 pie 2 cups fresh cranberries, chopped 2 cups peeled apple, chopped 1 to 1-1/2 cups sugar ½ cup chopped nuts 2 tablespoons quickcooking tapioca ¼ teaspoon cinnamon Pastry for 9-inch doublecrust pie (or purchase 2 refrigerated pie crusts) In a large mixing bowl, combine cranberries, apple, sugar, nuts, tapioca, and

cinnamon. Let stand 20 minutes.

Turn cranberry mixture into a 9-inch pastry-lined pie plate.

Adjust top crust; seal and flute edges. For a fancy finish, flute edge loosely. Using a fork, press fork prints in each rounded flute. Cut vents in top crust. Brush top crust with milk and sprinkle with additional sugar, if desired.

Cover edge of pie with foil to prevent overbrowning.

Bake in a 375- degree oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil.

Bake for 20 to 30 minutes more or until golden.

Hearty End of Summer Vegetable Soup Makes 10 Main-Dish Servings 1-1/4 cups chopped carrots 1 cup diced potatoes 1-1/2 cups cut green beans 1 cup chopped onions 2 cups fresh corn kernels 2 cups diced zucchini 6 cups chicken stock or water Salt and pepper to taste 4 large very ripe tomatoes, peeled and coarsely chopped 4 tablespoons catsup or to taste

1 tablespoon dried dillweed or 2 tablespoons fresh dill Place all ingredients in large soup kettle, seasoning well. Stir. Cover. Bring to a boil over high heat.

Reduce heat to medium to medium-low and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 1 hour. (The vegetables will be somewhat soft, especially the zucchini. If you prefer crisper vegetables, wait and add the zucchini halfway through the cooking time). Taste and adjust seasonings for this recipe.

The Original Classic Margarita Makes 1 Drink – Double the Recipe for 2 Drinks Run a wedge of lime around one side of the rim of a chilled rocks glass. Dip rim in a coarsely ground sea salt.

Partially fill glass with ice.

Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add 2 ounces Blanco (or other high-quality tequila) and 1 ounce each orange liqueur and fresh lime juice. Shake vigorously until outside of shaker is cold and frosty, about 10 seconds.

Strain into prepared glass.

Garnish with a lime wheel and serve immediately.

Note: You can make a batch of the tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice mixture up to a day ahead. Refrigerate it in an airtight container until you’re ready to shake with ice and serve.

Vegetarian Fajitas Makes 8 Fajitas 2 tablespoons oil 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1 yellow Bell pepper, sliced 1 medium onion, sliced 1 can whole kernel corn, drained 1 large tomato, chopped ¼ teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 8 (8-inch) tortillas, heated Guacamole, sour cream and/or salsa, if desired.

Heat oil in large skillet or wok over medium-high heat,

until hot. Add bell peppers and onion, cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add corn, tomato, salt and pepper. Cook until thoroughly heated.

To serve, place ½ cup vegetable mixture in center of each warm tortilla. Top with desired toppings roll up.

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MEXICO in Sheboygan County PLYMOUTH’S PACIFICO MEXICAN BAR & GRILL GAINS STRONG REPUTATION

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ay by day, week by week, burrito by fajita, Pacifico Mexican Bar & Grill of Plymouth is gaining recognition as the best Mexican restaurant in Sheboygan County. ”The restaurant is becoming more and more recognized in Sheboygan County and more local people join our clients,” said Jose O. Guzman of Pacifico, located at 506 E. Mill St. in downtown Plymouth.

Pacifico has been in business for five years but Jose and Pedro Guzman did not get their start in Sheboygan County.

Their first location was in Viroqua, southeast of La Crosse.

The menu for Pacifico Mexican Bar & Grill is inviting.

Since opening restauants in Plymouth and Sheboygan, their name recognition has steadily grown throughout the county.

“Our authentic Mexican food is the best in Sheboygan County,” Jose said with pride. “We have a great menu and the best service.”

The Guzman families and their employees said they follow a basic plan in serving their customers. “The key to our success is simple—providing quality, consistent food that tastes great every single time. We pride ourselves on serving our customers delicious, genuine dishes,” they state on their website.

Consistently high quality is not as easy as it sounds in the restaurant business or in any business for that matter,

FEATURED RESTAURANT | Pacifico Mexican Bar & Grill but Pacifico Mexican Bar & Grill delivers by sticking to its bread and butter—which in this case is authentic Mexican food.

How about starting with an appetizer? Of course a person would expect the usual dips— guacamole, cheese and bean—and Pacifico has tasty versions of all those. The same goes for the Nachos Supreme—served with either shredded chicken or ground beef. For something a little different, try the mouth watering Choricheese—Mexican chorizo sausage topped with melted Chihuahua cheese.

Southwest Egg Rolls are stuffed with chicken, spinach, black beans, corn and peppers. Last but not least on the appetizer menu is Ceviche—shrimp cooked with lime juice mixed with onions, tomatoes, jalapeno pepper, cilantro and cucumber served with fried corn tortillas and avocado slices.

Lunch specials are available Mondays hrough Fridays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

With a lunch like this, a person might not need supper.

Among the approximately 18 choices on the lunch menu are Zarape (grilled strips of sirloin steak or grilled chicken, mixed with chorizo, roasted poblano peppers, onions and roasted corn and topped with cheese sauce); the Speedy Gonzalez (one enchilada and one taco served with rice and beans); and the Burrito Jalisco (flour chipotle tortilla filled with grilled chicken, pastor or sirloin steak, black beans and lettuce, topped with bacon, cheese sauce and avocado sauce, all served on a bed of rice.)

The “Pacifico Specials” continues the restaurant’s lengthy menu of traditional Mexican favorites combined with unusal twists. In that latter category is the Volcano Special—grilled sirloin steak, chicken breast, shrimp, chorizo, fried jalapenos, green onions and grilled cactus with a choice of red or green sauce. It is served in a volcano rock and smothered with Chihuahua cheese, served with tortillas and all the usual Mexican plate goodies.

There are daily price specials as well, such as Taco Tuesdays, $1 off burritos on Fridays, and $1 off a Kid’s Plate

on Thursdays.

Continuing along the seemingly endless menu, one finds combo platters, a selection of fajitas, steaks including ribeye, more than a dozen seafood dishes, 10 different burrito choices, enchiladas, chicken, quesadillas, and even hamburgers, salads and vegetarian dishes.

A kid’s menu includes choices such as macaroni and cheese and chicken tenders but also children’s portions of Mexican favorites, of course.

Top it all off with a little dessert including churros or sopapilla—both with ice cream, of course.

Open 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily, Pacifico Mexican Bar & Grill aims to provide a place for people to eat delicious food, grab a drink and, most of all, relax. “Our clients are left with a great experience every time they visit us and they always come back to have a great time,” Jose said.

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HUG YOUR KIDS

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t’s not easy these days to be a kid. I was thinking about this as my son’s baseball season came to a close a couple weeks ago.

Eddy loves sports, loves those activities…but man sometimes it’s a lot of activity!

He played in almost 20 games this year, and had just as many practices. That’s a lot of time…and it’s also a lot of ORGANIZED time and activity.

You know…there’s a score being kept. There are people watching. It isn’t just ‘free play.’

year, last Sunday. This time it was his mom who wrapped him up.

And I was the one to capture the moment in a photo this time. The moment made me want to remind the moms out there that their job seems endless. Laundry.

Dishes. Taxi Service.

You get the idea. But when a moment like that happens for Ellie and Eddy, I’m glad she didn’t flinch and she absorbed it and didn’t let it end.

After one particular game that involved a couple strikeouts, it got to him. Rather than tell him to forget about it, or suck it up, or try to ‘fix’ it in any other way, I just went in for a bear hug and decided he was going to have to let go of me first. A friend captured the moment, and it’s one of my favorite moments.

So much of life is “go go go” and often it’s on to the next destination or project, yet life will give opportunities like the one I captured, and I’m thankful for it.

Sometimes it’s just two things that are needed.

1) Mom. 2) Time. So take that time.

The same thing happened after his last game of the

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need to. Eddy didn’t either. It was just time. She’s an incredible mom and that was an incredible moment.

I’m gonna hug my mom that way next time I see her too. I’m never too old to not be her son, and to not hug her like that.

As I mentioned, baseball has ended. Soon enough, it’ll be soccer, then school. More organized activity when maybe our kids just need to play.

I am as guilty as anyone of looking to always be working on something with them, or organizing an activity. I’ve stated in the past that it’s a practice for me to do nothing, and those moments of hugs reminded me of that.

- Alison Malee

Soon enough those organized activities will start stacking up the calendar again. But I’m going to remind myself to not let go when those hugs occur, and just be present when they happen. And even though I’m 40 now, I look forward to hugging my mom next time I see her.

And to all you moms out there…hug those kids as tight as Ellie hugged Eddy in that parking lot.

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Couples enjoying Cedar Community living

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fter meeting in a Florida retirement community and becoming the best of friends, three couples all decided to make the move to Cedar Community at the same time.

Tom and Carol Hanson and Dick and Rean Seekins, all Wisconsinites, decided to move back home to Wisconsin and settled at Cedar Community’s independent living apartments in West Bend.

Frank and Jean Roberts came for a visit and while they were not fond of the apartment lifestyle at Cedar Ridge, they were introduced to Cedar Community’s Elkhart Lake Campus where they fell in love with their new independent living home. They customized the space with the addition of an enclosed porch and now have plenty of room to host their three sons and their families—including four grandsons and one great-grandson.

The Robertses became actively involved in the Cedar Community lifestyle, participating in many local activities— including a “dine around” which introduced them to many restaurants and the Elkhart Lake community. “Since we weren’t from here, it was great for us to be introduced to

the many wonderful restaurants in the area,” Jean said.

Frank, having an interest in photography, thought it would be a wonderful idea to add a camera club for residents and the greater community. He put an ad in the local paper and today the club has about a dozen members. Wanting to learn more, Frank found Mike McGill, a self-taught photographer who shares his expertise with the club. Mike also sends out a monthly newsletter with a picture offering photography tips and tricks.

The Elkhart Lake Camera Club has enjoyed outings to the Mitchell Park Domes in Milwaukee, Lambeau Field, fireworks displays and hiking trails. These outings all help club members learn how to photograph in a variety of settings. The club is open to everyone of every level. Some have point and shoot cameras while others have high-tech equipment, and some simply even shoot with their cell phones. “It’s a very supportive group. If there is something you want to learn, all you have to do is ask,” Frank said with Mike concurring.

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Enjoy, explore, and embrace your best life – your way!

Cedar Community’s Elkhart Lake Campus offers independent and assisted living, nestled on 14 acres near the heart of downtown Elkhart Lake. Senior living doesn’t mean changing the way you live. It simply offers all the extra amenities and services, so you can focus on what matters most. No more worrying about what might happen next, from home maintenance and repairs, to needing additional care.

Cedar Community Elkhart Lake residents enjoy: · Opportunities to engage with others in friendship, fellowship, and fun. · All home maintenance and repairs included. · No lawn to cut or snow to shovel. · One campus, two levels of care. · Peace of mind for yourself and loved ones. · Private clubhouse. · Salon and barber services. · Beautiful surroundings.

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Patchwork ADA RAINBOW ORCHARD

Ada Rainbow Orchard is owned and operated by Peter and Maryann Hahn.

We sell a variety of fresh fruit, including but not limited to: Apples (large selection!), Michigan Blueberries, Grapes (different varieties), Michigan Peaches (large selection!), Pears, Plums, Raspberries and Strawberries.

In our custom cider pressing mill we press and jug nonpasteurized cider and grape juice. You can bring your own apples to have pressed or buy cider we press from our apples.

We sell many different kinds of home-made jams also.

In Summer and Fall, you can find us at both the Manitowoc and West Bend Farmers Markets as well as our store at home.

We are closed during the Winter months.

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AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE

American Family Insurance is a private mutual company that focuses on property, casualty and auto insurance, but also offers commercial insurance, life, health, and homeowners coverage, as well as investment and retirement-planning products. amfam.com

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ART’S BBQ

Are you in the mood for delicious food using fresh ingredients at an affordable price from a great local restaurant?

If so, then we are the perfect destination for you. We offer fantastic meals to our diners that can be enjoyed anywhere. Our menu features a host of mouthwatering dishes and scratch made specials. We take pride in creating a memorable dining experience. Stop in or order from our website, artsbbq.com.

Try us today, you will not be disappointed! 2329 S. Business Dr., Sheboygan, 920-453-0333.

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BEMIS BATH SHOPPE

Bemis Bath Shoppe located in downtown Sheboygan Falls, is a stunning two-story boutique that boasts nine inspirational lifestyle vignettes displaying hundreds of Bemis’ signature company toilet seats.

The Bemis Bath Shoppe also offers a variety of luxurious bath & body products, bath linens & accessories, cabinet & bath hardware, candles, gifts, clothing and more! 1 Store. 2 Floors. Endless ideas resonate with customers because they immediately see the infinite possibilities to enhance the look of their home or find beautiful gifts and personal items.

Bemis Manufacturing Co. and the Bemis Bath Shoppe are proud to be located in Sheboygan Falls. The Sheboygan County area is the bedrock for the company and the Bemis family is committed to manufacturing here for years to come.

To learn more about the history of Bemis Manufacturing Co., visitors can browse the second floor at the Bath Shoppe to enjoy historic company images and informational video.

Store hours are Mon-Wed 9-5; Thurs-Fri 9-6; Sat 9-3.

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DEPKE SHOE STORE

Depke Shoe Store in Sheboygan Falls offers shoes for your whole family in all widths and sizes. We have a wide selection of quality brands for you to choose from. We measure your feet and are dedicated to fitting you properly.

Depke Shoe Store has been in our family since 1966. We are proud to serve your footwear needs. We offer shoes from 4a - 6e, men, women and children’s shoes, work boots, dress shoes, doctor’s prescriptions filled, Bogs, New Balance, Red Wing, SAS, Spring Step, Dunham, Biza and SoftWalk. Sock brands we carry are Smartwool, Extra Wide Socks and OS1. Arch support

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Whether it’s for casual or formal events, we have the perfect shoes for you.

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KLIPS & TIPS

It’s time for you to be pampered! Klips & Tips is a full service salon that has something for everyone in the family! We have been a family team going on 9 years, located at 435 E Mill Street in Plymouth.

Our staff members include Terri, Brenda, Gail, Kelsey, Kimberly and Michelle. Our receptionists, Michelle, Suzanne, Debbie, Grace or Leah would be happy to assist you in scheduling your appointments and will help to make your visit with us memorable.

We have a wide variety of services to make you look and feel amazing such as hair, nails, waxing, tinting, candling, tanning, massage therapy and eyelash extensions!

We use salon quality product lines for each individuals needs.

Loma, which is our all natural organic hair care line. Joico, My Amazing, Neuro, Teatree and our hair regrowth system Bosley.

In our CND nail department, we carry Vinylux for everyday wear and Shellac for long lasting gel wear.

To see a complete list of our services, go to: klipsntips.com, stop in for a menu, or call us at 920-627-4247.

Hours Mon-Thurs 9-7; Fri 9-4; Sat by appointment.

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MIESFELD’S MEAT MARKET

Miesfeld’s Meat Market is a family-owned and operated meat market located in Sheboygan.

Our staff has more than 50 years of combined experience and

is committed to providing our customers with quality products and services that meet and surpass their expectations.

Over the years we have earned an enviable reputation by offering only the finest quality of meat available in the United States. Each piece of food that passes through our doors is guaranteed to be restaurant quality and we receive fresh shipments daily from locations throughout the United States and worldwide. If you love to cook, then come into our store to learn more about how we can help you put delicious meals on your table. 4811 Venture Dr (HWY 42), Sheboygan. 920-565-6328. miesfelds.com

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MILLHOME NURSERY & GREENHOUSES

Your beautiful living spaces start here! We carry a wide and unique variety of annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs and landscape supplies to help you create your beautiful surroundings! Come see our selection of fresh fall plants to perk up your planters & landscape.

Watch our website for end of the season clearance prices on plants as well as select retail items. Let our knowledgeable staff assist you with plant selection, design and plant care suggestions that will make your gardening experience a success.

We are located in a beautiful country setting surrounded by plantings that will inspire your gardening palette! Enjoy a relaxing stroll through our garden center, take in the fresh country air and let the beauty of our plants overwhelm you!

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PLYMOUTH ARTS CENTER

Plymouth Arts Center, located at 520 East Mill Street in historic

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We are Western Sheboygan County’s premier arts destination and are well known throughout Wisconsin and beyond for our ongoing fine arts program.

Wisconsin artists are showcased in changing exhibits in Gallery 110 North, our stunning, recently renovated gallery; open to the public six days per week and admission is always free.

Bus tours, community, school, and other groups are always welcome to schedule special docent or artist led visits. You’ll also enjoy visiting our gift shop where you’ll find a variety of original paintings, 3-D artwork, books, ceramic mugs, scarves, purses, and so much more all created by our artist members.

We also present many popular events that are enjoyed every year, such as the Cheese Capital Jazz Crawl for the Arts, our signature live music extravaganza featuring 10 jazz and blues bands; Mill Street Live, a high energy song and dance summer musical revue highlighting talented college age performers; Northern Moraine Spring Art Tour, a free admission, three-day selfguided art tour with over 35 artists in 18 different venues.

Consider bringing a group of friends and spend the weekend meeting artists working as painters, printmakers, potters, furniture makers; fiber, glass, metal and leather artists, and photographers. Then in fall, artists are invited to Plymouth for a weeklong paint out, for our Paint the Town, en Plein Air. More than 40 artists will create

paintings of the areas beautiful facades, landscapes, and more.

The finale includes a celebratory reception, which is open to the public, artists’ awards, and silent auction.

Plymouth Arts Center provides opportunities for all ages for participation and enjoyment through our music and theatre program. If you are a performer or artist, we would love to meet you. Art classes are offered year round for adults and children, including special summer art and theatre camps for kids. Additionally, other nonprofits, schools, businesses, and community members frequently choose the Plymouth Arts Center for their special events, such as recitals, concerts, weddings, private parties, and meetings. There really is something for everyone at the PAC. We invite you to visit us today. Parking is available in our parking lot or in northern end of the adjacent lot or alongside our building.

Find us on the web: plymoutharts.org or on Facebook: facebook.com/ PlymouthArtCenter. 920-8928409

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VICTORIAN CHOCOLATE SHOPPE

Experience Sheboygan’s Old Time chocolate and candy store offering over 80 varieties of homemade hand-dipped truffles and chocolates, perfect for any occasion. We also carry 22 kinds of delicious sugar-free chocolates. Gift boxes filled with goodies are made to order. Take a walk down memory lane with

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our wide selection of nostalgic candy. You haven’t visited Sheboygan unless you stop in for our famous chocolate dipped raspberries. There’s something for everyone. 519 S. 8th St, Sheboygan. 920-208-3511. victorianchocolateshoppe.com.

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is interested in a hobby, chances are good that others are interested in learning more as well. In the future, Frank hopes to start a barbershop harmony singing group—another passion of his and one he has participated in for over 18 years. 

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Sept. 2-6 Calumet County Fair. See website for schedule of events.

Sept. 11 Crafty Apple Fest 9 am- 4 pm.

ELKHART LAKE

May 29-Oct. 9 Elkhart Lake Farmers & Artisans Market Saturdays 8am-noon.

Aug. 27-29 Road America– World Challenge Sept. 11 & 12 Road America-Ferrari Challenge Sept. 17-19 Road America- Ariens Art on Wheels Vintage Weekend

KIEL

Through October-Kiel Farmers Market Wednesday afternoons in Kiel City Park 11:30am3pm.

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SHEBOYGAN

Stephanie Weill Center is now open. Check out the events at: http://www. weillcenter.com/events/ Through October, The SCIO Farmer’s Market is held every Wednesday and Saturday from 8am-1pm at Fountain Park, 922 N 8th St. Open through October 31, Bookworm Gardens is open Tuesdays through Sundays from 9am-5pm by pre-reservation Saturday, September 11, 9th Annual Chowdown event, benefiting Big

Brothers Big Sisters WI Shoreline. 5-9pm.

Johnsonville Global Headquarters. Please note, the event will be indoor/ outdoor so please dress accordingly.

SHEBOYGAN FALLS

Oct. 21 Ladies Nite out “Together We’re Stronger” is our battle cry, supporting all survivors, those battling cancer; and we honor those who fought the good fight.

This night of shopping and pampering is for all the ladies.

Sept. 21-26 43rd Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits was scheduled to be played in September 2020, was postponed due to COVID-19. It is the first public course to host the Ryder Cup in 30 years. ’The Straits is sculpted along two miles of dramatically rugged, bunker-riddled Lake Michigan shoreline.

MANITOWOC

Through October, Downtown Manitowoc Farmers Market. Saturdays, 8am-1pm Aug. 25-29 Manitowoc County Fair. See website for schedule of events Oct. 30 Lincoln Park Zoo-Halloween Zoo Boo. A day of howling, ghoulish fun activities for everyone!

Zoo Boo will be from 1-4pm.

NEW HOLSTEIN

Now thru October 30 New Holstein Historical Society-Timm House and Pioneer Corner will be open on Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4pm.

Special appointment tours may be available by calling 920-898-5746.

PLYMOUTH

Through October, SCIO Farmer’s Market is held every Wednesday and Saturday from 8am-1pm at Dairy Queen parking lot Aug. 13-Oct. 1 Plymouth Arts Center-Summer Freshet, Artful Abundance From The League of Milwaukee Artists Sept. 2-6 Sheboygan County Fair at the Sheboygan County Fairground. See website for schedule of events.

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YOUR VOICE | an essay

Grandkids say the darndest things!  by Darlene Buechel

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emember the TV show House Party?

If you’re old enough to be a grandma (like me) you’ll recall Art Linkletter ended every show by chatting with several school-age kids. During the course of the popular show (1952 to 1970) Linkletter asked kids a smorgasbord of questions. For example: “What does your mommy do?” Answer: “She does a little housework then sits around all day reading the racing forms.” Or, “What’s the hardest thing about school for you?” Answer: “Buttoning my pants!”

Linkletter questioned over 20,000 kids over the course of the House Party show. He said he liked interviewing women over 80 or young children since they would give the most honest answers and didn’t have filters. In 1957 Linkletter wrote a bestselling book, “Kids Say the Darndest Things” based on the wisdom and wit from the House Party interviews.

My oldest grandsons were born in 2010 and 2013 and I’ve often told my daughter Danielle she should write a book about all of their goofy jokes and comments. The boys have said many wise and wonderful things to me over the years, but I haven’t been diligent in writing them down.

I did come across an old journal entry I wrote regarding Maverick (now age 11) who was 4 on Mother’s Day in 2014. “Who are you going to marry when you’re grown up?”

I asked him. “I’ll marry Caydence.

It will be fall when the leaves come down. I’ll wear an orange tie.” Mav also planned the menu, “We’ll have muffins—no cake. Also, rootbeer, salad and chicken.” Pretty specific for a 4-year-old! I guess Caydence’s

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eating pretzels and dip with little brother Axel. “No double dipping!”

Mav scolded, “You can lose a finger that way!”

Back when Mav was 4 he made “All about Papa” and “All about Grandma” pages that are laminated and hang in our toy room. These pages also include Mav’s paintdipped handprints. So cute!

Comments about Papa included: “He eats potato chips.” “He gives me ranger rides.” “He lets me help spread cow poop in the field.”

Mav’s comments about Grandma were also sweet: “She makes brownies for me.” “She watches ‘grandma shows’ on TV.” “I love her all the days!”

parents, Ryan and Tara, might want to start saving for muffins and root beer someday.

Danielle has been pretty good about sharing some of the boys’ gems on Facebook over the years.

This dandy was from Feb. 12, 2014 when Mav was almost 4: “I told the boys I needed them to come with me into the next room. Mav stood over his 5-month-old brother who was playing on the floor and said, ‘God gave you two legs to stand on, now use ‘em!’”

Once Axel started talking he added many kooky comments to the collection. When Axel was 6 his sage advice included, “Don’t smell permanent markers for too long or they’ll make you dizzy.” He also quipped, “If you kick people in the face, that is called being the worstest friend ever. Don’t do it!”

Finally, Axel included some common courtesy counsel when he said, “If a friend stinks like poop, you shouldn’t tell them because that’s rude.”

Some of the crazy comments have been based on family stories.

The boys’ Grandpa Buechel lost part of a finger in a farm accident long before the grandkids came along.

Over the years he teased them about made-up incidents that caused it. Back in 2017 Mav (then 7) was

That cute little project is something all young kids should do for a parent or grandparent. It takes a few minutes but will be cherished for many years to come. I also think all grandparents should keep a notebook handy when grandkids call, FaceTime, or spend time in person. You never know what words of wisdom will come out of their gap-toothed grins.

My youngest grandson Arlo (age 1) has shared many giggles and babbles but hasn’t imparted too many words of wisdom yet. I hope I’ve learned my lesson and will keep a pen handy when he’s 3 or 4. As any grandma knows it’s important to spend quality time with their grandkids. It’s also important to keep your ears open for wacky comments.

Most grandparents can relate to this famous quote (author unknown): “If I had known grandkids were so much fun, I would have had them first.” I agree grandkids can be a hoot and help us feel young at heart, but I’m also reminded of an important question Axel asked his mom at age 6: “Was Grandma alive back in the olden days? Like when Jesus was walking on water?”

Thankfully Danielle held back a chuckle and just said, “No.” 

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