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Jerilyn Krueger knows too well that “some gave all”

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erilyn Krueger of Kiel never imagined becoming a Gold Star Mother.

On Nov. 5, 2009, Krueger joined thousands of other mothers and fathers who have lost a son or daughter in the service of our country.

Krueger’s story begins many years earlier, on Sept. 11, 2001, otherwise known as 9/11. Her daughter Amy was attending UW-Sheboygan and watched news coverage of the tragic events unfolding with the World Trade Towers

in New York City. “Amy along with her good friend Kristin Thayer decided as they were standing there watching the horror unfold that they were going to join the Army,” Krueger said.

“She and Kristin felt very strongly that they needed to do something,” she added.

Amy left for Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, in January of 2002 and graduated from boot camp on April 4 of that year. She received Advanced Individual Training (AIT) in the mental health field at Ft. Sam Houston in San

Antonio, Texas. “Amy graduated as Specialist E-4 from her AIT on Aug. 29, 2002,” Krueger said.

Amy was then placed on the active reserve list reporting to the 452nd Army Reserve Unit in Menasha and continued to attend school while reporting to the Reserve Unit one weekend each month for drills.

“In May of 2003, Amy left for a three month deployment to Afghanistan,” Krueger said. “She returned to the United States on Aug. 7, 2003, her 23 birthday.”

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A candle light vigil helped the Kiel community and the Krueger family mourn the tragic loss of SSgt. Amy Krueger and the other 2009 Fort Hood shooting victims.

At that time Amy continued her education, enrolling at UW-Whitewater and majoring in Psychology. “She reported to the 467th Detachment Unit in Madison then,� Krueger said. “It was May of 2009 when she was notified that she would again be deployed to Afghanistan, which eventually led to her departure to the Ft. Hood Army Base in Texas.�

“On Nov. 4, 2009, I received a call from Amy that she had made it safely from the Army Reserve Command Post in Topeka, Kansas, to Ft. Hood, Texas, where she was to complete the final processing before a nine month deployment to Afghanistan,� Krueger explained. “Our conversation was brief as she was tired from the 13 hour bus

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Krueger fell ill with the flu later that day and stayed home from her position in Chilton as an office associate at Foremost Farms USA the following day, November 5.

That afternoon, Krueger received a call around 3 p.m. from Amy’s friend, Kristin Thayer. “She asked if I had heard what happened at Ft. Hood. I told her I had not. She proceeded to tell me that there was a massive shooting at one of the Combat Readiness buildings located at Ft. Hood Army base.”

Krueger said Thayer has

also spoken to Amy the day before and Amy told Thayer she would be going through processing the next day. “As she was talking, I turned on the TV,” Krueger said. “News of the shooting was just starting to scroll across the bottom.”

Krueger said she had an immediate sinking feeling, realizing that Amy was supposed to be in that building.

“The first person I thought to reach out to was my other daughter, Jessica, but I decided not to because she was six months pregnant and I didn’t want to alarm her until I knew more,” Krueger explained.

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STRONG WOMEN | Remembering and I was trying to stay calm.”

Soon the news started to spread and phone calls from concerned family and friends started to pour into the Krueger household. “One of them was from Amy’s friend, Jill, who confirmed Amy was indeed in that building because the two of them had been texting each other minutes before the shooting began,” Krueger said. “Everybody was worried and just wanted to hear that she was okay.”

Krueger and others tried calling Amy’s cell phone with no success.

Calls to the Red Cross phone numbers that scrolled across the TV screen also yielded no results. “We tried all of the hospitals around Ft. Hood and she wasn’t at any of them,” Krueger continued. “The situation was looking very grim.”

Krueger’s sister was eventually able to reach Amy’s commanding officer, who would not disclose any information about Amy. “About 11:15 p.m. that evening, I told my son Casey that I needed to lay down. I felt like the weight of the world was on my shoulders. I had told close family and friends that I would call them as soon as I heard anything,” Krueger said.

Krueger said she didn’t sleep much and clearly heard a soft knock on the door. “I tried to convince myself that it was nothing, but then I heard it again ever so softly,” she said. “I walked downstairs and peeked around the corner toward the front door. Through the window of the front door, I could see two gentlemen in uniform. My worst fears had come true.”

Krueger said she yelled for her son who immediately came to his mother’s side as she let the soldiers in, knowing they were going to confirm what she already feared.

“I don’t remember too much immediately following their arrival,” Krueger said. “My son told me later that I fell to the floor. I suppose I did.”

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A wall in Jerilyn Krueger’s home is dedicated to the memory of her daughter, SSgt. Amy Krueger.

Krueger knew it was time to start making calls to family and friends as promised. “My son called his sister Jessica and she came over

to the house immediately,” Krueger remembered. “The first person I called was Amy’s father David Deim.

That was most difficult. After the

two military officers were comfortable leaving me, they went to David’s side.”

The Krueger house continued to fill with family and friends. “Once they heard the news they came immediately,” she said. “Not only to be by my side, but to be together as well.”

Krueger said she was not prepared when a reporter from the Manitowoc Herald Times knocked on the door at 6 a.m. the next morning.

“I kindly asked her to leave,” she said.

“Throughout the next day, people just kept coming and the phone rang non stop,” Krueger said. “Phone calls were coming in from all the national media

networks as well as local media. There were local news vans up and down the road. At one point, two of Amy’s dearest friends asked me if there was anything they could do. I asked them to please take care of the media.”

Krueger received a phone call later that day from Sgt. Jennifer Schmidt who was assigned to the family to serve as their Casualty Assistance Officer.

“After having been up for almost 22 hours, I finally went to bed just a little before midnight that night,” Krueger said.

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STRONG WOMEN | Remembering November 7. “One of her first questions was whether we wanted Amy buried at Arlington. Without hesitation I said no. I wanted her closer to home. When her dad arrived, he agreed, so we chose the Schleswig Cemetery,” Krueger said.

Sgt. Schmidt informed the family of a memorial service to be led by President Obama at Ft. Hood on Tuesday, Nov. 10. “The government would fly us to the service if we wanted to attend,” Krueger said. “We chose not to go. I couldn’t imagine jumping on a plane and flying to Texas at that time.”

Krueger said she was grateful to receive a call from Major Scott Leiburn (recently promoted to Lt. Colonel) who said he would serve as the family’s spokesman to the media.

A candlelight vigil was held in Amy’s honor at Veteran’s Park in Kiel on Sunday evening. “That was an

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It was constant.”

led a parade from the park to the Gravel Pit.” Krueger said Sgt. Schmidt had worked diligently and was able to get Amy’s body released the morning of Tuesday, Nov. 10. “I will never forget that day,” Krueger said.

“When we arrived in Kiel, Fremont Street was three deep with people,” Krueger said. “The children were let out of school just to pay respect to Amy.”

Amy’s close family and friends met at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt Funeral Home in Kiel where two limousines were provided to make the journey to the Milwaukee airport. “The scene at the airport was like one out of a movie,” Krueger said. “There were six uniformed soldiers that removed the casket from the plane and then stood guard around her. The casket was covered with an American flag. Amy was then placed into the hearse and we began our journey back to Kiel.”

Kiel High School did not have classes scheduled on that Friday, so it was decided that this would be the best place to handle a funeral of this magnitude, Krueger said.

“The service took a lot of coordinating between numerous city officials and leaders,” Krueger said. “Mayor Bob Werdeo, Chief Funkhouser, Mike Detroye, Lt. Colonel Scott Lieburn, Principal Talerico, Sgt. Schmidt, my brother-in-law Dan Krueger and his wife Brenda, and many, many others put their heads together to make this sad event go as

Krueger said people were standing in front of their homes, on the side of the road, and in the medium as the hearse drove by from the outskirts of

smoothly as possible,” she added. “And what a wonderful job they did.”

Krueger is extremely grateful for what she calls the outstanding community support received. “It brings tears to my eyes and comfort to my soul knowing that I had such a wonderful support team and always will.”

Over 3,000 people attended Amy’s funeral including national and local media representatives. “The Patriot Guard Riders, led by Mike Weaver, hung an immense United States flag on the side of the school building,” Krueger said. “They stood guard outside of the school the entire visitation and ultimately led us to the cemetery.”

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STRONG WOMEN | Remembering opposite in the whole big scheme of things but I said she could be whatever she wanted. When she was about seven years old, we were driving down Fremont Street in Kiel and she announced that she had changed her mind about being a lawyer. Now she wanted to be a judge.

Again I smiled to myself as I explained to her that she needed to become a lawyer before she could be a judge.

That was so typical of her; by pass all the preliminary stuff and get right to the top.”

The well-known and respected Patriot Guards led a massive Kiel candlelight march in honor of SSgt. Amy Krueger in November 2009.

Krueger said family and friends work to keep Amy’s name alive in many ways including necklaces with her picture on one side and name and rank on the other.

“They resemble a dog tag,” she said. “We wear them all the time.”

Many events have been held and continue to be held in Amy’s honor to raise funds for a scholarship fund, the Wounded Warriors, the Mission House, and the Camo Quilt project. “These events include an ATV run and silent auction that was organized by Michelle and Joe Barrette and Matt Klabecheck in 2010 and 2011.”

“Kruegs Fest is a concert held each year that includes Krueger family members,” she added. This year, Kruegs Fest will be held on June 12. “The annual kick ball tournament is organized

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Verbeten, Bob Werdeo, and Dave Detroye. This year’s tournament will be Aug. 27 at Belitz Park.”

Krueger said each year on Nov. 5 family and friends get together to remember Amy. “We love to play her favorite music as well as a CD that I have that is a recording of Amy rapping to karaoke music.” The group also meets at Krueger’s home on Amy’s birthday to release balloons for Amy. “I attend all of the Veteran’s Day programs at KHS since Amy died and I was invited to speak in 2014,” Krueger added.

Krueger treasures her memories of Amy. “When she was about four years old, we were driving home from LTC where she went to daycare while I attended classes. She told me that when she grew up she was either going to be a farmer or a lawyer. I remember

smiling to myself because the two choices were so

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Jessica and Casey both excitedly said, “Amy’s Elvis?”

From that day forward, we would occasionally call Amy Elvis.”

Being known as a Gold Star Mother is humbling for Krueger. “Although I gave birth to her, she is the hero.

And I always feel that the fathers should be honored also.”

Krueger said she does not participate in Gold Star Mother events or meetings as a rule. She has recently met another Gold Star Mother that ironically lives right down the road from Krueger. “Her name is Adel Dotzler,” Krueger said. “She lost her son Robert, who was a Navy Diver, on June 19th, 2013, in a diving accident off the coast of Guam.”

According to Navy news reports, Navy Diver 3rd Class Robert Dotzler, 22,

of Kiel, was assigned to the submarine tender USS Frank Cable when he died following a dive operation at Alpha Pier on U.S. Naval Base Guam.

Krueger has been to Texas five times since the tragedy occurred. “I was there in 2010 for the one year anniversary and twice in the summer of 2012 for the trial,” she explained.

“In 2015 I was in Texas to receive the Purple Heart given to us by the U.S. Government in Amy’s honor and I was just there in March of 2016 to see the unveiling of the memorial that was built in Killeen to honor the 13 fallen, along with all of those that were injured.”

Krueger said. “I found out later that Amy’s estimated time of death was 1:33 p.m.

It is my firm belief that I had that dream as she was entering into her new life and that it was meant to assure me that she was okay and in a beautiful place.”

Although Krueger does not remember the exact details of what she saw in the dream, she does remember seeing flowers everywhere along with a lake or stream. In her dream, Krueger asked, “What is this place?” The answer Krueger said she received was, “This is Amy’s house.”

Krueger said the community of Kiel has been outstanding in their support throughout this journey and continues to be. “I am always very honored to be a part of the Memorial Day parade and program. It’s very humbling. I always feel like, ‘Why am I being honored?’”

“I woke up thinking, okay, that was weird,”

“Amy was the hero, I am just lucky enough to be her mother.”

“I have come to know and love the other families of the fallen as well as those injured,” she added.

Krueger said losing Amy has been difficult. “I have a wonderful support group of family and friends. I believe in life after death and I know Amy is in a good place.”

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Wolf’s Cycling and Fitness offers everything needed for the rest of the bicycling family as well. “We cater a lot toward the family,” Leikam said. “We have bikes of all sizes for kids 2 years and up.”

He added, “Comfort and road bikes are still the most popular. We make sure they are fit properly. We can correct anything on a bike today. People want to be comfortable on a bike.”’

That is just one example of the level of personal service which sets Wolf’s Cycling and Fitness apart from other places where a person might just buy a bike and be sent on their way.

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■ Classes on a variety of bicycling topics are held once or twice a month.

Leikam said he sees a lot of older people taking up bicycling to stay fit but choosing recumbent trikes to also stay safer on the trails and roads.

A wide price range of new and used bicycles is available at Wolf’s Cycling and Fitness. “If you’re in a bike shop, you’re going to get a good quality bike,” Leikam said. “We don’t oversell. We don’t try to up them into a more expensive bike.”

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H O R N ’ S R V H E L P S FA M I L I E S E A S E INTO RV CAMPING UNIVERSE More families are discovering the enjoyment of camping, and Horn’s RV Center in Sheboygan has everything the new or existing recreational vehicle owner might need.

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Located off I-43 (exit 120) just south of Sheboygan, Horn’s RV Center has two indoor showrooms and has over 150 units in stock, including motorhomes, fifth wheels, and travel trailers.

DePagter said bunkhouses have been a big seller this spring as more families discover the enjoyment of camping. Camping can be done by individual families, but it seems to be gaining popularity as a group thing where multiple families go together— extended families or groups of friends who may have children of a similar age or another bond that makes it a fun thing to do together.

Horn’s RV Center is a specialist for motorhomes and toyhaulers, both of which have been doing very well again this year, DePagter said. Horn’s RV carries the popular motorhome brands of Winnebago and Coachmen, names people know and trust for building great products at affordable prices. “We’ve seen a surge in people wanting to buy our smaller units, those under 30 feet that are easy to drive anywhere,” he added.

For toyhaulers, Horn’s RV handles the top two selling fifth-wheel toyhaulers in the country, Cyclone and Raptor. These units allow people to take their “toys” with them, whether that is a golf cart, ATV, or Harley Davidson. DePagter said, “We have toyhaulers that are only 17 feet long that can be pulled behind smaller SUVs or minivans, or we have the biggest and baddest 45-foot triple-axle fifthwheel styles that have ramp doors that convert to patios, or garages that can

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He added, “I’m sure the low fuel prices are helping people as units cost less to operate and we are also able to help people buy the RV of their dream as interest rates remain low.”

He said Horn’s RV Center is fortunate to have a great service team with 10 service technicians led

by Gary, the service manager, with over 30 years in the industry; and Kevin, shop foreman, who is a mastercertified technician. The service team makes sure that RVs, new or used, go through a rigorous inspection process to check all the systems on the unit to be sure everything is working as intended.

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LAKEVIEW CAMPGROUND EASY TO GET TO BUT HARD T O L E AV E The slogan of Boerger’s Lakeview Campground located along the east shore of Lake Winnebago between Fond du Lac and Appleton really says it all: “Easy to get to...hard to leave.”

“What makes our campground unique is the Niagara Escarpment runs right through the middle of it,” said Terri Boerger, one of the owners/operators of the campground. “We have panoramic views of Lake Winnebago including beautiful sunrises and sunsets.”

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We have many amenities including a heated pool, bar/restaurant, dog exercise area, miniature golf, Frisbee disc golf, an arcade, volleyball, basketball, shuffleboard, horseshoes, activities/games, and very clean restrooms with showers.”

She added, “A family orientated environment that offers a little something for everyone is what is most attractive to camping families. We have also seen a lot of repeat and growing business for larger sites to accommodate for group camping and those with larger campers. Our campground is located on 50 acres and there are numerous sites which overlook the lake and fit the needs of the items mentioned above.

“Our strength is our customer service and the beauty of our park. We value having fun. Campers are on vacation and they wish to interact with employees who will provide good service with a smile.

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“We encourage anyone to just drive out and take a look. We are within an hour from most cities in the northeast Wisconsin area.

We are open seasonally April 15 to Oct. 15 and if you enjoy a more quiet stay we offer half price camping on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Once you have experienced our campground you will see we are ‘easy to get to and hard to leave.’”

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“Years ago I was looking to lose some weight so I started running,” Dittrich

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old bike about six miles before I called my wife to come get me. That was the starting point of my cycling obsession. Today I compete in both mountain bike and road bike races and ride in excess of 5,000 miles per year.”

OK, you don’t necessarily have to put in 5,000 miles per year or enter races, but getting on a bike for fun and exercise this summer is still a great idea. And Dittrich knows a great place to shop for whatever biking needs you might have—Sheboygan Bicycle Company at 721 Riverfront Dr. in Sheboygan.

Dittrich turned his hobby into a business, purchasing a shop which had gone out of business in May 2009.

“We are a full service bike and ski shop owned and operated by people who ride and race,” he said. “We use what we sell.

We specialize in carrying Wisconsin-based products such as Trek, Planet Bike, Saris and Borah.”

Sheboygan Bicycle Company’s full-service repair and maintenance shop supports any make and model. It offers all repairs along with tuneups and safety checks. It is also involved in many community events for both cycling and skiing.

bicyclists of all ages. “We can provide a comfortable bike,” he said. “Being comfortable on your bike is a priority. If the fit is not right you just won’t like riding it and that defeats the purpose of spending your money on a quality bike.

Don’t worry too much about how light or fast the bike is but how well you feel on it.

When done properly, bike riding is fun and good for you. That’s a win\win.”

Sheboygan Bicycle Company sells both Trek and Raleigh bikes. Trek is by far the most popular and is a Wisconsin-based company with great customer service, Dittrich said.

Sheboygan Bicycle Company does not slow down in the winter. It turns its attention to cross country skiing, offering an array of products and waxing service to keep people outside during the colder months of Wisconsin. It also offers a

ski rental service for people who want to try out the sport first or for visitors to the area.

Other product lines Sheboygan Bicycle Company carries are Shimano, Oakley, Fisher skis, Red Feather snowshoes, Speedplay, Sidi shoes, Bontrager, Pearl Izumi, Park tools, and Burley trailers.

“While turning your hobby into a business can be tricky, it just made me even more in love with the sport,” Dittrich said.

“Being able to get people

to start riding or just to help a current rider get more enjoyment out of the experience is a feeling that few cyclists get to experience. I consider myself very lucky to be able to do so. It is my hope to pass on my passion to all who walk in my store.”

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Further reduce your workload by selecting self cleaning or free flowering annuals and perennials and those bred for long bloom and compact growth.

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Ageratum, angelonia, calibrochoa and many of the newer petunia cultivars are just a few of the annuals that do not need regular deadheading for continual bloom. Include perennials like willow amsonia, bugbane, Solomon seal, turtlehead and sedum autumn joy for lower

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Consider removing flowers on annuals at planting. This allows plants to focus energy on establishing roots instead of flowers. Can’t bear to do this? Then remove the flowers on every other plant or every other row.

Then a week or two later remove the flowers on the remaining plants. You will soon be rewarded with full compact plants that will produce more flowers throughout the season.

Pinch back long and leggy transplants. Use a hard pinch to remove the tip and several inches of stem. Use your pruners or fingers to remove stems just above a set of leaves. The remaining plant will still look good while you wait for new leaves and stems to grow and produce new blooms.

Encourage branching on single stemmed plants with a soft pinch. Remove just the uppermost portion of the stem where the leaves and tip are starting to develop. Soon you will have a well branched plant and more blossoms.

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e all have heard the phrase, “Laughter is the Best Medicine.” Want to know what else works really well? The touch of another human being. Sometimes a hug or a steadying hand on the back of your hand can work wonders as well.

And there’s even research that back this up. In one landmark study, 16 happily married women were subjected to the threat of a mild electric shock; touching their husbands’ hands brought immediate relief from the resulting anxiety. Even a stranger’s touch was somewhat calming. “We know that anxiety decreases immune function and makes you get sick more often,” says study author Jim Coan, Ph.D., a neuroscientist at the University of Virginia. “If touch can help you be less anxious, you’re more likely to stay well.”

This is one part of chiropractic that I really enjoy, but also occasionally ¿nd to be challenging. There are many people who do not like to be touched, or are uncomfortable with the idea. Yet, I have also seen people get healthier after they were touched. Sometimes all it takes is a good adjustment with a chiropractor’s hands to solve chronic neck or low back tension.

Palpation is the most frequently used diagnostic technique in chiropractic care and is a clinical cornerstone of most physicians’ practice.

It is a manual, non-invasive method of determining where a patient has structural or functional problems in the body.

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In palpation, chiropractors use their hands and their detailed knowledge of anatomy to effectively see what is happening in the spine and its supporting structures, such as the muscles, tendons and ligaments. As your chiropractor palpates your spine, he or she will look for subluxations in your vertebrae, which are misalignments that may be causing pressure on spinal nerves, or other abnormalities that may be causing problems in your musculoskeletal system.

HEALTH | mind & body There are essentially two forms of palpation—static and motion. As the name suggests, in static palpation the patient remains still while the chiropractor palpates the spine and tissues to identify any misaligned vertebrae, protruding disks, and areas of pain or inÀammation. In motion palpation however, the patients joints are mobilized, bending and Àexing under the expert eye and hand of the chiropractor. He or she will move various joints through different planes, observing the patient’s range of motion and where a joint may “lock up.” They will also measure the patient’s amount of Àexibility, muscle strength, stiffness, reÀexes and general neurological function.

Palpation may be used at every visit so that a chiropractor can quickly determine whether your condition has improved or not since your last visit and they can see which areas need the most care and attention. Based on what your chiropractor ¿nds during palpation, he or she may then order additional diagnostic tests—an X-ray, MRI or CT scan, for example—to get a more detailed view of your condition.

Based on all these diagnostic tools, chiropractors can better determine the type and frequency of treatment necessary to resolve your condition in a way that is holistic, drug-free and non-invasive. Palpation is simply another tool in my personal arsenal of techniques to keep you moving well and pain-free.

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Summer Time Happenings BRILLION

June 10, Brat Fry for Honor Flight Program, Bakkheia Wine and Spirits, 920-378-7271. www. bakkheiabrillion.com June 9-11 Brillion-Fest, Peters Park June 26, Sundae on the Farm, 11am-3pm, Dallmann East River Dairy LLC, www.travelcalumet. com.

CHILTON

May 24, Calumet Medical Center Blood Drive, 6am-noon, 920-849-7521 or visit www. save3lives.org June 10-12, Kid’s weekend, Lakeview Campground June 16-19, Chilton Summer Festival, www.chiltonchamber. com June 17-19, Western Weekend, Lakeview Campground July 15-17, Annual Craft & Vender Weekend, Lakeview Campground July 19, Progressive Agriculture Safety Day, Calumet County Fairgrounds, 8am4:30pm July 22-24, Christmas in July, Lakeview Campground July 26, Calumet Medical Center Blood Drive, 6am-noon, 920-849-7521 or visit www. save3lives.org July 29-31, Packer Weekend, Lakeview Campground Aug 5-7, Luau Weekend, Lakeview Campground Aug 7, Escarpment Bike Tour, Ledge View Nature Center, Chilton, ledge@co.calumet.wi.us 920-849-7094

ELKHART LAKE

June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug 6, 13, 20, 27, Sept 3, 10, 17, 24, Oct 1, 8, Elkhart Lake Farmers Market, 8:30am-12:30pm July 1-4, Elkhart Lake Fireman’s Independence Day Weekend, Fireman’s Park, Sunday Parade, 11:30am

FOND DU LAC

June 26, Breakfast on the

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Farm, J&J Pickart Dairy, LLC, Malone, 8am-noon

GREENBUSH

June 12, Historic Baseball Sunday, Wade House, 1:30pm July 24, Historic Baseball Sunday, Wade House, 1:30pm

HILBERT

Aug 19, 20, Voices of Peace Gospel Music Fest, Hilbert Civic Park

KIEL

June 10, German Day, Kiel City Park, Food and beverage, 11am June 15, Kiel Municipal Band Concert, Kiel City Park, 7pm June 29, Kiel Municipal Band Patriotic Concert, Kiel City Park, 7pm July 4, Kiel Municipal Band Patriotic Concert Kohler Ravine Park, 8pm July 15, Kieland Blues.

Sponsored by Kiel Area Association of Commerce. 5pm Aug 3, Kiel Municipal Band Concert, Kiel City Park, 7pm Aug 11-14, Kiel Community Picnic, 6pm, Kiel City Park, parade Sun 11:30am Aug 12, Kiel Municipal Band Picnic Concert, Kiel City Park, 7pm

KOHLER

June 18, Art and Wine Festival at The Blind Horse.

July 9-10 Gourmet Food Truck Festival at The Blind Horse.

July 29-30, Kansas City Style BBQ competition and festival.

August 13, Italian Festival at The Blind Horse.

August 27, Sweet Corn and Blues Festival.

Visit theblindhorse.com for more information.

MANITOWOC

June 11, 26th Annual Manitowoc Garden Fair, Washington Park Downtown, 10am-3:30pm

NEW HOLSTEIN

July 7-10, New Holstein’s Firemen’s Picnic, parade Sunday 11am, Civic Park July 24, Airport Day, New Holstein Municipal Airport, 7am3pm July 21, Arts & Crafts Fair, Civic Park, 9am-3pm July 29, Deals by Day/ Night on the Town, info@ newholsteinchamber.com

PLYMOUTH

May 6, Stained Glass Mosaics with Judy Klein, 5:30-8pm.

Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 920-893-9000 May 6, First Friday-Adult Coloring Club, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 10am, 920-8939000 May 13, Polymer Clay with Judy Klein, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 5:30-8:30pm, 920893-9000 May 14, Wisconsin Open House-Historic Plymouth.

Featuring the Seranya Studios location at Historic Cheese Exchange Building & city-wide events, 10am-5pm, 920-8939000 May 14, Wonderful Words-A Gathering of Local Author’s Signing Party, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 10am-4pm, 920893-9000 May 14, Purses, Paint & Pastry Party with Susan, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 1-4pm, 920-893-9000 May 20, Wine glass painting with Susan Radke, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 7pm, 920893-9000 May 20-July 15, “Alive in the Arts” display, Plymouth Arts Center May 23, Artist’s Workshops & Roundtable Discussions, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 6:30pm, 920-893-9000 May 24, Cooking with Vasileois featuring pure Paeleon Olive Oils, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 7pm, 920-893-9000 May 26, Plymouth Chamber Business Connections, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 5-7pm, 920-893-9000 June 3, 4, 5, Northern Moraine Art Tour featuring Kathy

Cooney, Susan Radke & Richard Rooker, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 920-893-9000 June 3, 4, 5, 2nd Annual Northern Moraine Spring Art Tour, Plymouth Arts Center, FriSat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm June 10, Stained glass mosaics with Judy Klein, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 5:30-8pm, 920-893-9000 June 13, Taste of Plymouth, Downtown Plymouth June 16, Art & Vino at Pourvino featuring Seranya Artist Susan Radke, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 7pm, 920893-9000 June 23, Purses, Paint & Pastry Party with Susan, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 7pm, 920-893-9000 June 24, Glass painting party, 7-9pm, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 920-893-9000 June 27, Artist’s Workshops & Roundtable Discussions, Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 6:30pm, 920-893-9000 July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & Aug 5, 19, 26, “Mill Street Live” Summer Musical Series 8, Plymouth Arts Center, 7:30pm July 9, Seranya Studios’ Famous Anniversary Party - during Plymouth Mill Street Festival, 9am-4pm July 9, Mill Street Festival, 9am-4pm. www. plymouthwisconsin.com July 22- Aug 5, Lori Beringer Student/Faculty Art Show, Plymouth Arts Center July 23, “Kid’s from Wisconsin” performance at Plymouth High School, 7pm July 23, “Kid’s from Wisconsin” outreach, kids ages 7-13, Plymouth High School, 3:30-4:30pm Aug 12, 13th Annual Cheese Capital Jazz & Blues Crawl for the Arts, 4pm-12:30am Aug 12-Oct 7, “Critters”, Media on display at Plymouth Arts Center

SHEBOYGAN FALLS

July 3, Ducktona 500 Car & Antique Boat show & Duck Race, River Park, 10am-5pm. www.sheboyganfalls.org

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Someone told me, it’s all happening... ummer is a happening time at one of Sheboygan County’s fastest growing destinations.

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Between food, festivals and music, The Blind Horse Restaurant and Winery is rapidly growing as one of the most interesting attractions for visitors and residents alike.

“We have a full schedule of music for the summer, with four days of music scheduled each week,” Sandy Leske, marketing director for The Blind Horse said.

Entering its third year of operation The Blind Horse is building on music traditions that have flourished in its beautiful outdoor patio and garden area.

Thursday nights each week offer an opportunity for jazz fans to come out to enjoy great music blended with food, wine and other favorite beverages. Billed as Wine & Jazz nights, they kick off a great weekend of entertainment, beginning in mid-May. Friday nights are rock nights at The Blind Horse, followed by Saturday evening’s Country Night—a

At The Blind Horse

Summer fun | ENTERTAINMENT winner will have the opportunity to compete in the Jack Daniels national competition. That’s like the Super Bowl of all BBQ competitions.” The Friday fare will feature interactive cooking demonstrations, while Saturday will be marked by competition day, with judges selecting the best teams based on pork, brisket, ribs and chicken preparation. Judging will be followed by more demos and live music.

“We are excited to be bringing an event of this caliber to Sheboygan County, and we plan to make it an annual event,” Leske said.

The Blind Horse Art & Wine Festival is one of many outdoor events planned for Summer 2016. new genre and night for the winery. All three nights, happy hour begins from 4-5 p.m. with live music kicking in at 5 p.m.

Sundays feature the Sunday afternoon patio jam with live music from 1-5 p.m. and $5 Bloody Marys.

“We couldn’t be more excited for this summer season,” Leske said. “The patio is such a beautiful place to sit, enjoy time with friends, listen to music and enjoy some fabulous Napa-inspired food and wine.”

Events and festivals Alongside its top-notch music lineup, The Blind Horse is planning for a series of major special events throughout the summer season.

Saturday, June 18 highlights the third annual Art and Wine Festival to benefit the Sharon Richardson Hospice.

Outdoor art will grace the day on the grounds of the winery. As part of the event, The Blind Horse will help host the inaugural Run With Angels 5K run/ walk event. “We hope people will turn out to run or walk in honor of someone they have lost,” Leske said. The $50 entry fee for the event will provide a

donation to the cause and each entrant will receive a commemorative T-shirt and a bottle of wine. For those who wish, they are able to upload a picture of their loved one, and a custom label will be made for their bottle of wine.

Food trucks return A big hit at The Blind Horse, the third annual Gourmet Food Truck Festival is slated for July 9-10. A total of 12 food trucks are lined up to serve culinary delights, including participants from Milwaukee, Green Bay and the local Eastern Wisconsin area.The Food Truck Festival is open each day from 11-5, and features loads of live music.

Food themes continue with a major new event taking place July 29-30. On those dates, The Blind Horse will host Birdy’s Barnyard BBQ Competition, Sheboygan County’s first ever Kansas City BBQ Societysanctioned competition. A big deal among BBQ teams, the competition will feature great teams from throughout the country. One of last year’s top-ten teams is already signed up for The Blind Horse event.

“This is a big deal,” Leske said. “The

Other summer festivals include Italian Festival slated for August 13, a Sweet Corn and Blues festival August 27 and the traditional Fall Harvest Festival, complete with grape stomping on September 24.

To find out more about the special events or musical entertainment schedule, check out The Blind Horse online at www.theblindhorse.com.

Exciting news Exciting news seems to be unfolding throughout 2016 at The Blind Horse.

This year, The Blind Horse was named the “official wine” of Road America.

Blind Horse wines will be sold at the track. “That’s a huge feather in our hat,” Leske said. “It’s great to be connected to a world class venue like Road America.”

Another major newsworthy item made headlines in early May for The Blind Horse.

The winery has launched its wines into distribution throughout the state of Wisconsin. Together with a network of distribution, the wines are already appearing on shelves at outlets and restaurants throughout the Badger State. Five of The Blind Horse varieties will be available including Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc, Tuscan Blend, Cabernet and Dam Sire.

The Blind Horse Restaurant and Winery are located at 6018 Superior Avenue in Kohler.

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Recipes, Recollections & Reminiscings from Marge

By Marge Petts The 4 of July has always been a day to celebrate our freedom, but when I was younger, it was also the day we celebrated the birthdays of my two aunts, Alice and Mabel, who were born on July 3rd. We usually had a picnic at our house to celebrate July 4th and the birthday of these fraternal twins (not identical). th

I remember the long tables in the yard, made from plywood and sawhorses, because my dad was a carpenter. One of these aunts was my godmother, who never married. She and my grandma lived with us.

How different things were at that time. I learned to knit and crochet and sew from my aunt.

She and my mother’s sewing and needlework skills were of a professional quality. Most of my clothes were handmade including the crocheted pink dress that my grandmother made for me and that I still have to this day. What a treasure. I am also proud to still have the many doilies she crocheted and a couple quilts we used for our beds. Every family member had a summer and winter quilt.

When someone needed a new quilt, out came the quilting frame in the middle of the living room. The quilting frame was a place to make a tent and to play under while she worked.

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I recently found a large men’s winter pull-on hat, so I know that now I am ready to try this technique. All you need to start is a wool garment,

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such as a hat, sweater, gloves, etc. A thrift store might be a good place WR ¿QG D VZHDWHU RU PD\EH D IULHQG RU UHODWLYH ZHHGLQJ RXW WKHLU FORVHW Wool Felt How-to (PHOTOS FOR THIS) To begin, machine-wash a sweater (or other wool piece of clothing), in hot water. Then toss it in a dryer set to a high temperature. Always wash and dry sweaters in a lingerie bag to contain shedding and prevent damage to your washer and dryer. You may need to wash and dry it more than once. If you can snip the fabric with fabric scissors in a clean line that doesn’t fray, it’s felted.

Once the felting process is complete, remove pills with a sweater comb, then cut garments into pieces of desired size with scissors.

To join felted wool pieces, use the zigzag stitch on a sewing machine.

As an example, you could cut the sleeves from more than one sweater. Sew the patches together to make a pillow cover. The possibilities are endless. Check online for more ideas.

Crunchy Raspberry Cream Cheese Torte This could be a great dessert for a Memorial Day gathering.

You could substitute blueberries and use strawberries for garnish.

1 cup oats, uncooked FXS VLIWHG ÀRXU 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/2 tsp. salt 1/3 cup melted butter 5DVSEHUU\ ¿OOLQJ EHORZ Sour cream topping - below &RPELQH ¿UVW LQJUHGLHQWV and mix. Add butter and mix.

Press mixture on bottom and up one inch on sides of a lightly greased 11x7x1-1/2 inch pan.

Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven about 15 minutes. Cool 15 minutes. &RYHU ZLWK UDVSEHUU\ ÂżOOLQJ and bake 35 minutes. Cool 10 minutes. Spread with sour cream topping and

bake 5 minutes longer. Chill thoroughly before serving.

Raspberry Filling 1 package (3 oz.) cream cheese 1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese 1/2 cup sugar 2 eggs, well-beaten 1 tsp. vanilla 2 cups fresh raspberries Allow cheese to reach room temperature. Add sugar to cheese and beat well. Blend in eggs and vanilla. Gently fold in raspberries.

Sour Cream Topping 1-1/2 cups dairy sour cream 2 tbsp. sugar 1 tsp. vanilla

Combine ingredients

SOLUTIONS | Recipes

Frozen Limeade Margarita 8 (5 OZ.) DRINKS

4 cups ice cubes

Rub lime wedge around glass rims; dip into shallow dish of coarse salt or sugar.

In a blender, mix limeade concentrate, tequila and Cointreau. Cover; blend to combine. With blender running, add ice cubes through opening in lid, blending until mixture is slushy.

To salt or sugar glasses:

Mixing ahead: Prepare and pour drink into freezer container. Cover; freeze overnight. To serve, use large spoon to scrape across frozen surface. Pile into salt or sugarrimmed glasses and garnish as you like.

12 oz. can frozen limeade concentrate 3/4 cup gold (Oro) tequila 1/2 cup Cointreau or orange liqueur

Tuna and Pea Salad in Shells 6-8 SERVINGS

1 tsp. lemon juice

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1/4 to 1/2 tsp. dill weed

9 oz. package fresh frozen sweet peas

Leaf lettuce

16 macaroni shells for VWXI¿QJ 6-1/2 oz. can tuna, drained DQG ÀDNHG 1/2 cup (1 medium stalk) chopped celery 2 tbsp. sweet pickle relish 1 tbsp. chopped green onions 2 eggs, hard-cooked, chopped 1/2 cup dairy sour cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing

Cook peas as directed on package; drain and cool.

Cook macaroni as directed on package; drain and set aside in bowl of cold water.

In large bowl, combine remaining ingredients except lettuce. Add peas; toss gently.

Drain water from cooked macaroni. Line each macaroni shell with lettuce leaf. Spoon about 1/4 cup tuna mixture into each macaroni shell; place in shallow dish. Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

To serve, place shells on individual serving plates.

Creating perfect S’Mores with chocolate syrup and add roasted marshmallows.

Spread vanilla frosting on graham cracker, add a solid piece of a chocolate bar and roasted marshmallows.

Tips for Creating the Perfect S’More

Spread hazelnut spread on graham cracker, drizzle

As a fun alternative, you can spread peanut butter on graham crackers instead of chocolate and add marshmallows.

Three Bean Salad THIS COULD BECOME YOUR FAVORITE SUMMERTIME SALAD. 8 SERVINGS 2/3 cup cider vinegar 1/4 cup salad oil 1 tbsp. dark brown sugar 1/2 tsp. salt

Fresh cilantro sprigs (optional)

1/4 tsp. pepper 15 oz. can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained 15 oz. can small white beans, rinsed and drained 10 oz. package frozen lima beans, thawed 2 medium carrots, thinly bias-sliced (1 cup) 2 small fresh jalapeno or serrano chile peppers, VHHGHG DQG ¿QHO\ FKRSSHG (optional) 1/3 cup snipped fresh cilantro

For dressing, in a small bowl whisk together the vinegar, oil, brown sugar, salt and pepper; set aside.

In a large plastic bag set in a deep bowl combine drained chickpeas, white beans, lima beans, carrots, chile peppers and snipped cilantro. Pour dressing over bean mixture.

Close bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2-24 hours, turning bag occasionally.

To serve, transfer salad to a serving bowl. Serve with lime and cilantro sprigs, if desired.

Lime wedges (optional)

Strawberry Mousse A DIABETIC TREAT SERVES 6 3 oz. package sugar-free strawberry Jell-O 1/4 cup water 1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries 2/3 cup instant nonfat dry milk powder 6 ice cubes

Combine Jell-O and water in small saucepan, stirring well; let stand 1 minute. Cook

over low heat 1 minute or until Jell-O dissolves, stirring constantly.

Combine Jell-O mixture, strawberries, and milk powder in container of an electric blender; cover and process until smooth. Uncover and add ice cubes, one at a time, processing until blended.

Spoon mixture into 6 parfait glasses. Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.

Submit your recipes to Marge by email at:

MealsWithMarge@yahoo.com or mail to:

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We welcome your contributions. VERVE reserves the right to edit content for length and appropriateness. You can send your Patchwork item for consideration through our website at www.iwantverve.com. Click the link on top of any page of the site.

ALLECHANT BOUTIQUE

has been having a great time helping our customers purchase Alex and Ani Bangle Bracelets for themselves and others. We enjoy hearing stories about their special person’s life or something in their own life that inspires them to purchase one of the bracelets. Best of all the Alex and Ani bracelets are made in the USA out of recycled materials and many of them are Charity By Design meaning that a percentage of their sales go to some very wonderful charities.

Besides these great bracelets we carry a ton of other jewelry, purses and trendy clothing to keep you looking up to date fabulous. We do Boutique Bashes for the winter months.

Nothing like a glass of wine and some retail therapy to take away the chill of winter. If you are interested in a no pressure fun shopping party that includes yummy food, door prizes and some fashion advice give us a call and we will tell you all about them or stop by. Birthdays, bridal showers, office parties, just because or any reason you can think of, a Boutique Bash is a great way to have a fun evening with no cleaning or planning on your part. Where Fantastic People and Stylish Clothing and Accessories Meet! 920-8939888. 217 East Mill St, Plymouth.

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APPLIED REFLEXOLOGY

Reflexology is a complementary therapy, which helps relaxation, improves mood, aids sleep, helps to relieve tension and improves sense of wellbeing. Other benefits may include seasonal allergy relief, muscular and joint pain, hormonal imbalances, digestive problems, and headaches.

Reflexology is based on the discovery that there are points on the feet, hands and ears, which correspond to organs, systems and structures within

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the body. This relationship is called a reflex, which is when stimulation at one point brings about response in another area.

As a reflexologist I use special pressure techniques to stimulate reflex points to help restore you to balance and wellbeing.

Typically, on your first visit I will take your case history, we will have a preliminary talk to determine your present and past health and lifestyle. It’s then time to relax and enjoy the treatment.

I will then use my hands to apply pressure to the reflexes of the feet and hands. I may detect subtle changes in specific points and will work on these points, which may help bring the corresponding organ or system back into balance with the body.

You may feel slight tenderness when certain reflexes are being worked on and again I will gently work these reflexes, which may help homeostasis in the body.

A course of treatments may be recommended depending on your body’s needs. You may wish to have monthly treatments for maintenance and/ or because it makes you feel good. Many clients return again and again because they enjoy the treatments so much and feel extremely relaxed afterwards.

Other services include Holistic anti-aging facial using jade stones and Aroma touch technique.

Being a Certified Reflexologist, I specialize in hand & foot reflexology. I am the owner and operator of Applied Reflexology, LLC. My relaxing reflexology studio is located in the charming old cream city brick church on the corner of Erie Avenue and 6th Street in Sheboygan’s Business District.

(604 Erie Ave.) Call Chris for an appointment 920-889-0326.

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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. resonates 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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CITY SHOE REPAIR & MORE

It’s time for spring-cleaning.

Going in your closet and finding that pair of favorite shoes, boots, or sandals that you just can’t bear to throw away, bring them to City Shoe Repair & More so we can see if we can give them new life. Whether it’s just a polish or removing that winter salt, or all new restoration.

We do snaps, Velcro, buttons, elastic, restoration coloring, and zippers etc. Heels, soles, and or sole protectors, tips, counters (that’s the inside back of the shoe), insoles. Maybe some stitching has come undone, we can do that too. Time to clean up your winter boots and pack them away. New soles and heels

on your motorcycle boots to be ready for that warm weather.

Also patches on your leather jacket or vest.

FYI: Store your shoes in cedar shoe trees. You have 125,000 sweat glands in your feet—all of them pouring moisture into your shoes. That is why it makes sense to rotate your shoes and, on their days off, put cedar shoe trees in them.

Rotating your shoes allows the moisture in your shoes to dry and cedar shoe trees aid in that process. Cedar’s unique wicking action absorbs moisture, acid and salt, thereby reducing cracking and deterioration of leather. Cedar shoe trees also add comfort by smoothing out linings and insoles, and enhance appearance by maintaining the shape of shoes. Available at City Shoe Repair & More.

Come check out our purses too. Many to choose from. Shoe care supplies available also.

Shop the Shoe Store in Your Own Closet! If the Shoe Fits Repair It! 1327 Union Ave, Sheboygan. 920-918-7823.

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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, Jumping Jacks, Beekos, and Bogs, New Balance, Red Wing, SAS, Hush Puppies, Aravon, Ros Homerson, Spring Step, and Fly Flot Aetrex, Munro American, Alegria, P.W. Minor, Drew, Orthaheel, Dr. Weil, Minnetonka, Dunham, Old Friend, Clinic, Trotters, Comfort-Rite and Smartwool. Arch support

products we carry Lynco, Power Step and Spenco.

Whether it’s for casual or formal events, we have the perfect shoes for you. 105 Pine St, Sheboygan Falls. 920-4674181. Mon-Thurs 9am-5:30pm; Fri 9am-7pm; Sat 9am-noon.

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ENCHANTED FLORAL

Start a trend. Impress your single (or even your married) friends with the fact that you do not need to wait for anyone to send you flowers. Forget casual Fridays—start up Flower Fridays in which the whole office orders in flowers!

Who needs a reason? Send yourself flowers just because you feel like it! “They just make me happy and I haven’t met anyone yet who didn’t like being around flowers,” new business owner Mary Forstner stated.

Enough tip toeing through the tulips. An art teacher by trade, Mary decided now is the time to believe in herself, and her dream. In October 2012, she opened Enchanted Florals of Elkhart Lake and started working on holiday floral, wedding and banquet orders and flowers for everyday gift giving. “I’m greatly I inspired by the local business and community of Elkhart Lake,” she added. Most of her previous work was based out of her home and through word of mouth.

This spring and summer months she plans to offer a variety of fresh blooms and daily specials. Mary has an open heart and an open door for customers looking to stop in and smell the roses. “I can spend several hours working on a project or arrangement and think nothing of the time,” she said.

“I love what I’m doing and it’s not like work at all.” In essence, Mary sends a gift to herself each day. Now available, tuxedo rentals.

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FELDMANN SALES & SERVICE

Quality products from Polaris, Kubota, and Toro and great service set Feldmann Sales & Service apart. Our service

department specializes in ATV maintenance, lawn equipment service, and trailer service for customers just like you.

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HORNS RV CENTER

As a VIC (Very Important Camper) Club member, you’ll receive discounts on camping, service, parts, accessories and more. Find out more!

Whether you are a life-long RVer or a first time explorer; regardless of your departure point or your final destination, each RVing experience starts in the same place; with the RV itself. Ultimately, the enjoyment and success of every road trip you make will be determined by your satisfaction with the RV that takes you on your journeys. This is why seasoned RVers have come to know and depend on the Horn’s RV experience.

Established in 1968, Horn’s RV is a 3rd generation family owned business. As a Wisconsin RV Dealer, and Midwest’s largest and most awarded dealer, we offer over 45 years of industry knowledge, expertise and stability. Our vast inventory represents the industry’s leading RV manufacturers—established brands with a strong history and a proud reputation for making the very finest RVs. As a highvolume dealer, we consistently offer tremendous selection and savings.

In addition, our award winning RV Service department is second to none, with a full staff of factory trained and certified technicians. Which means you not only get the perfect RV for your needs, you also get the peace of mind that comes with knowing it will be properly serviced for years of RVing enjoyment.

Whatever you are looking for in an RV from a cost-effective towable for family vacations to a top-of-the-line motorized vehicle for year-round travel, Horn’s has the right RV at the right value.

All in a friendly, family-owned atmosphere. 920-564-2381.

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IMAGE BY DESIGN

The latest addition at is our Color Elixir additive, which helps

protect and support the integrity of the hair during all professional coloring and lightening services.

Color elixir extends the longevity of the color and adds shine and manageability to your hair.

Looking for deals, be sure to check us out on Facebook to catch the specials going on each month. Hair may be our specialty, however, we offer a wide range of services.

Think about pampering yourself with a pedicure to freshen up those dry winter feet or treat yourself to a manicure, we have added a second pedicure chair. We offer both OPI Gel polish and acrylic nails.

Thinking of a new look, we can help you choose a style, color or ask about our GK Hair Straightening Treatment.

Planning a wedding or just have a special event? We do make-up application and lessons to add that special touch. If you are looking for a gift or just because you are special and deserve it, we also carry a variety of jewelry, scarves and purses to add a little something to that favorite outfit.

We carry over 100 hair care products, so come see what we have and schedule your appointment with one of our seven experienced stylist.

Mon-Thurs 9am-8pm; Fri 8:30am-4pm; Sat 8am-1pm.

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A special congratulations to Angel Davidson for being the winner of our makeover!

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KLIPS & TIPS

Do you want to be pampered?

Klips & Tips is a full service salon that has something for every member of the family. We have been in business for 3 1/2 years in our location at 435 East Mill Street, Plymouth.

Our staff will assist you in scheduling your appointments and help to make your visit a memorable one.

We offer a wide range of services, which are all hair and nail services including pedicures and acrylic or gel nails, waxing and ear candling, as well as ear piercing and many other services. If you want to feel like

you are on vacation, come in for a day of pampering or enjoy our tanning bed that now has new bulbs and feel like you are in the tropics.

Our products are top notch.

We use Joico color and perms that are made to work with each other. Klips & Tips now also is proud to carry an ORGANIC line, which is LOMA. The first ingredient is Aloe Vera. Both Joico and LOMA will make your hair very manageable and feel and look it’s best. MonThurs 9am-7pm; Fri 9am-4pm; Sat 8am-noon. Please call us or go ONLINE to book your appointment. 920-627-4247 klipsntips.com

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LEHMANN PHOTO ART

Lake Michigan: The Wisconsin Shore—a book of photography “After spending just a few minutes with the book this morning, I felt like I had been on a vacation to Wisconsin.

It brought me right back to childhood.”

That’s just one happy customer who displays her book in the guest bedroom of her cottage. “Lake Michigan: The Wisconsin Shore” is a really great gift for family, friends, or even your employees and clients. It was recognized as a 2015 Indie Excellence Award finalist in the category of photography.

This book was the brainchild of Lisa Lehmann, a Sheboygan photographer. After moving near the lake in 2005 and walking the shore every day, she took a lot of photographs such as winter ice formations, surfers and wild places that just needed to be put into a book. After capturing an incredible photo of deer running in the lake, she became inspired.

She contacted her photographer friends and put their best into this book. Nine photographers shared their wonderful images.

You will enjoy looking at sunsets, beaches, seagulls, kites, sailboats, lighthouses, deer, dunes, freighters, fishing boats and wildlife.

Please see our ad in this cool magazine or visit our website to find out where you can get your copy. Our book sales locations

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are chosen carefully, so we know you will have fun in each and every store that carries the book.

Please mention it when you’re in the stores. They will be happy to know. Thank you!

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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.

Miesfeld’s Market Inc. has won the Chamber of Commerce Retailer of the Year award for 2013 and 2014. 4811 Venture Dr (HWY 42), Sheboygan. 920565-6328. www.miesfelds.com

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MILLHOME NURSERY & GREENHOUSES

…welcomes you. Your beautiful living spaces start here! We carry a wide variety of annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, aquatic plants and landscape supplies to help you create your beautiful surroundings.

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 help 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! N9469 Rhine Rd (Cty.

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NESEMANN’S DIAMOND CENTER

was established is 1919 and has been in the town of Plymouth since 1957. We are a family owned and run business and we aim to please the customer. We have a full line of engagement rings that fit any budget and with a bench jeweler on hand customizing and designing rings becomes very easy. We also carry a large selection of gold/silver gemstone designs, watches, and giftware for any occasion.

In addition to the sale of fine jewelry, we provide repairs on all your jewelry needs in house.

Not one single item repaired at Nesemann’s is sent off site, everything is done in house

by Mike (owner) or Alex (son).

Engraving and appraisals add to the list of services we provide for our customers.

Please allow Nesemann’s Diamond Center to fulfill all of your jewelry needs. “There’s always a Nesemann at Nesemann’s.”

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PERMANENT COSMETICS

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Heidi Hess, LPN, Permanent Cosmetics Specialist Licensed Tattooist has worked in the medical field since 1980 and has been performing permanent cosmetics since 2002. She is a licensed practical nurse (LPN) and has worked in a variety of medical specialties, including facial plastics. In addition to operating her permanent cosmetics business Heidi is also a hospice nurse.

Heidi’s initial experience with permanent cosmetics began in 1993 when she had the permanent eyeliner procedure done. She has since had her eyebrows and lip liner done as well. Heidi made the decision to pursue training in permanent cosmetics because she was so thrilled with the results other own permanent cosmetics and she realized that others would

be too! Her nursing background has proven to be very beneficial in her work with permanent cosmetics. Permanent Cosmetic Make-Up, look your best 24 hours a day with no effort. Locations: A. Prive’ 815 Riverfront Dr, Sheboygan; GJ’s Salon-N-Spa1604 Washington St, Two Rivers; Bella Wellness & Aesthetics Center 105 Western Ave, Suite 3, Waupaca. 920950-2250.

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PLYMOUTH ARTS CENTER

Plymouth Arts Center, located at 520 East Mill Street in historic downtown Plymouth was founded in 1993 as a non-profit community arts organization.

We are Western Sheboygan County’s premier arts destination and are well known throughout WI 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 self-guided 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 Plymouth’s 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 non-profits, 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. Tues-Fri 10am-4pm; Sat & Sun, noon3pm, or by special arrangement. www.plymoutharts. org, www.facebook.com/ PlymouthArtCenter, 920-8928409.

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SERANYA STUDIOS ART BOUTIQUE

located at 307 E. Mill St in one of the most beautiful and historically significant buildings of downtown Plymouth, Seranya Studios Art Boutique is a unique treasure. We offer a fantastic selection of fine art and fine craft by local artists and makers. Visit Seranya Studios to experience a visual symphony of beautiful colors, textures and forms.

You’ll find exquisite, one-of-akind items with an unmatched depth of variety and selection, including jewelry, home décor, garden art, finely crafted wood items, fine art paintings in oil, acrylic and watercolor, fashion accessories and wearable art, gourd art, fine metal sculpture, greeting cards, luscious handmade natural soaps, lotions, lip balms and salves, art journals, books by local authors, doll clothes, hand carvings,

painted antique saws, painted home furnishings, hand woven baskets, and much more.

Seranya Studios also offers art parties, classes and workshops in many forms of art.

Just ask and we’ll put something together just for you if you don’t see what you’d like on our current class offerings schedule.

We are also honored to be partnering with Pourvino Wine Bar offering Art & Vino art and wine parties at Pourvino.

Easy parking in back off Stafford Street with a rear entrance makes us easy to get to. Of course we have a front entrance off Mill Street too. We are open seven days a week for your shopping convenience.

Mon-Thurs 10am-5:30pm; Fri 10am-7pm; Sat 10am-4pm; Sun noon-4pm. See our ad in this issue for a sneak peek at all the beautiful things you’ll find. www.seranyastudios. com. www.facebook.com/ seranyastudiosartboutique. 920893-9000 See our ad on page 24

store.

We are a full service bike and ski shop located in Sheboygan.

Owned and operated by people who ride and race. We use what we sell. We specialize in carrying WI based products such as Trek, Planet Bike, Saris and Borah.

Our full service repair and maintenance shop supports any make and model. We offer all repairs along with tune ups and safety checks.

In the winter months we turn our focus to cross country skis.

Offering an array of products and waxing service to keep you outside during the colder months of Wisconsin. If you’ just visiting or just want to give cross country skiing a try check out our rental service.

We are very involved in many community events both cycling and skiing.

Other products we carry are Shimano, Oakley, Fisher Ski’s, Red Feather Snowshoes, Speedplay, Sidi Shoes.

Bontrager, Pearl Izumi, Park Tools and Burley trailers.

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SHEBOYGAN BICYCLE COMPANY

Years ago I was looking to lose some weight so I started running. After a few weeks I developed pain in both knees and an ankle. Accepting some advice from a friend I starting cycling to help out my ailing joints. I rode a very heavy, old bike about six miles before I called my wife to come get me.

That was the starting point of my cycling obsession. Today I compete in both mountain bike and road bike races and ride in excess of 5,000 miles per year.

I have dreamed of owning a bike shop for many years (as most cyclist do) and when one of the local shops went out of business I seized the opportunity in May of 2009.

While turning your hobby into a business can be tricky, it just made me even more in love with the sport. Being able to get people to start riding or just to help a current rider get more enjoyment out of the experience is a feeling that few cyclist get to experience. I consider myself very lucky to be able to do so.

It is my hope to pass on my passion to all who walk in my

Yamaha motorcycles, ATV/ UTV, scooters, Mopeds, and WaveRunners. In addition to Yamaha products, the dealership represents Ski-Doo, Sea-Doo, Can-Am, KYMCO Scooters, Mopeds, and ATV/UTV. The dealership also offers a number of Wisconsin-made trailers like Chilton and Triton. New for 2015—Geniune Scooters joined the Sheboygan Yamaha family.

In 2007 the dealership was sold to Ken Born and David Kampmann, and since that time the new owners have created a one-stop shop for accessories and parts. Customers can select from many new lines of clothing, helmets, casuals, and protective gear for all types of activities.

Sheboygan Yamaha’s affordable prices and friendly service has earned them numerous awards, including the Highest Level Pro Gold Yamaha award for the last five years. The service department has factorytrained techs, including a top level Gold member.

Our goal is to help you have fun!

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SHEBOYGAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM

Mission Statement-The Sheboygan County Historical Society has as its primary mission to collect, preserve, and educate about the history of Sheboygan County. Hours Apr 1-Oct 31. Mon-Fri 10am5pm. Admission-adult (18+) $6 ; reduced rates for children & seniors ; members free.

Free admission to the nation’s active duty personnel including National Guard and Reserve and their families from Memorial Day through Labor Day 2015.

3110 Erie Ave, Sheboygan, 920 458-1103.

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SHEBOYGAN YAMAHA INC.

In 1969 Sheboygan Yamaha Inc. opened its doors to sell and service only Yamaha snowmobiles and soon became Sheboygan County’s #1 snowmobile dealer. Since its inception, Sheboygan Yamaha has expanded and added

STUDIO 360 SALON

Studio 360 Salon is Sheboygan’s Cutting Edge Salon.

Located in the North Side Walmart Plaza, we not only offer a convenient location, but outstanding service at even better prices.

With an experienced team of stylists, Studio 360 Salon will have you looking your best for day-to-day wear or for special occasions. Our salon is a great place to bring your bridal party or friends to get your special occasion hair done.

With experience in styling women, men, and children, Studio 360 Salon is able to bring your whole family ‘s looks up to date. Call us today to set up an appointment.

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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 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. www.victorianchocolateshoppe. com.

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WOLF’S CYCLE & FITNESS

Welcome to Wolf’s Cycle & Fitness. Our enthusiast staff will be happy to assist you with all of your cycling needs and questions. No matter what style or brand of bicycle you ride we are your one stop store. Check us out!

We have an extensive inventory of accessories including helmets, men’s and women’s apparel, sunglasses, shoes, gloves, soft luggage.

We have a large supply of replacement parts and a large inventory of tires including many special purpose types. We also carry child trailers and trail a bikes.

Our Fitness Department includes treadmills, recumbent and upright exercise bikes, ellipticals and other exercise equipment. Come in and try them out. We have Boy Scout uniforms and accessories.

Our helpful sales staff and expert mechanics are here to serve your needs. If you need something or have a question give us a call or better yet stop in for a visit. Mon-Fri 9am-8pm; Sat 9am-5pm.

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WORDS of

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was born in 1960 and spent the first three years of my life with a Kennedy half-dollar taped to my navel, thanks to my Grandma Brantmeier.

No, I was not the smurf in a coinlaundering scheme. Grandma Brantmeier had simply convinced mom that my belly button would ‘go in’ with a little coaxing from JFK. The coin trick worked wonders until 24 years later when, pregnant with my daughter, I again resorted to taping my protruding belly button.

My sister Diane was spared the belly coin, but she spent her formative years with masking tape on her ears. No, grandma wasn’t confusing my sweet baby sis with a Doberman pinscher. She just figured Diane’s ears would stop ‘sticking out’ if they were taped back daily. These days my sister’s ears are just fine, so maybe grandma had something there.

As a child my hair was also fine – in texture that is. From the start Diane and I were blessed with very blond but very thin hair. Of course grandma knew that if we kept getting our hair cut it would grow back thicker. I spent my toddler years looking like a blond salad bowl, but to this day my hair is still very thin and very straight.

In grade school we gave up on the pixie cut but mom always tried to curl my shoulder length strands the night before a special occasion. Mom would wash my hair, glop it with green Dippety Do setting gel and twist it onto metal hair curlers covered by a lovely red handkerchief. After tossing and turning all night, my morning hair would be nice and wavy – for about 30 minutes! To this day I have nightmares about those beauty sessions and I jolt myself awake screaming, “Dippety Don’t!”

Other memories of my childhood include the typical sibling catfights. Of course, I was careful not to pinch my brother Dennis

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with mom in view since she’d often warn us that “pinching causes cancer.” That sage advice did not originate from the Surgeon General or old Doc Pinney. The source–you guessed it–grandma!

Along with hitting and pinching, I also spent a fair share of toddlerhood sticking out my tongue and making pig faces.

Contrary to many warnings, as far as I can tell my face didn’t “stay that way.”

When my siblings and I moved on to our teenage years, the “Words of Wisdom” followed us closely. I can’t pin all of these on Grandma Brantmeier, but someone needs to take the blame for telling us chocolate and greasy foods cause acne.

I now know that pimples are caused by a buildup of dead skin cells, excess oil, and bacteria. Acne has nothing to do with Hershey bars or french fries. While I didn’t have a huge acne problem as a teen, I do feel ripped-off that I limited some of that good old junk food for nothing.

I’m also annoyed that we were told sitting too close to the TV would harm our eyesight. This myth dates back to the 1960s when GE came out with new colored TVs that gave off high amounts of radiation. GE quickly recalled the faulty TVs but those vision related old wives tales linger on. Of course the fact that my siblings and I all ended up with glasses is a bit suspicious. If you’re thinking maybe we didn’t eat enough carrots, think again.

Contrary to family belief, while carrots are a good source of vitamin A, they do nothing to improve vision.

As I grew into adulthood I did start to question some of the weird wisdoms passed down to me. Was it really possible the Bazooka Joe gum I swallowed at age 14 wouldn’t be digested until I turned 21? Turns out I could have swallowed more gum without the guilt. The scientific American research group found that while the gum base is mostly indigestible, the

Grandma Brantmeier (circa 1970) shared her wisdom. gum itself would have only stayed in my system a week.

I tried not to break mirrors, but part of me doubted seven whole years of bad luck could be traced to a pile of broken glass.

Also, the idea of contracting warts from petting a toad sounded fishy, but being a sissy city slicker, I never touched frogs just to be safe.

These days it’s easy to laugh off most of the weird advice from my younger years, but it warms my heart that people took the time to impart their wisdom. My Grandma Brantmeier died many years ago, but I still miss her cherry custard pie, her funny laugh, and most of all her wacky words of wisdom. As a teen I often laughed at grandma’s goofy advice, but now that I’m a grandma myself I appreciate her gift of caring and I’ll do my best to pass the wisdom along…if I can only find masking tape and a JFK dollar.

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