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10 Hunger Task Force Serving People Who Will Be Better Tomorrow This holiday season, many families will gather to share laughter, exchange gifts, and give thanks for blessings. For those who are fortunate, the centerpiece of some gatherings may be a delicious home-cooked meal. By Anne Kaiser
15 Unique Tranquil Living in Elm Grove One-of-a-kind 5 bedroom, 4 full and 4 half bath, custom home in premier suburban Village of Elm Grove. Located on 1.86 wooded acres in a tranquil neighborhood of quality homes on a quiet tree-lined street.
18 The Premier Global Metropolis of Helsinki Located on the southern peninsula of Finland, along the waters of the Baltic Sea. Helsinki, Finland, one of the largest and most urbane cities in northern Europe.
23 A Healthy Winter Ready Home When chilly weather arrives and the days get shorter, chances are good you’ll spend the majority of your days indoors.
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27 Santa Lucia ~ Swedish Christmas Tradition The Swedish Christmas tradition of Santa Lucia is celebrated in many forms throughout the Scandinavian countries. It is also celebrated in many places throughout the United States, especially where there are large populations of Swedish descendents. By Deanna Lynn Sletten
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for blessings. For those who are fortunate, the centerpiece of some gatherings may be a delicious home-cooked meal. A special meal honoring the joys of the season brings warmth and sustenance to those who share it. But what about those in our city for whom such a meal may be a memory or a dream? Though our country provides rich opportunities for many, a substantial number of individuals and families struggle with poverty and its associated hardships. For many, poverty impacts the ability to obtain adequate, healthy food on a daily basis. Over 11.8% of U.S. households fall into this category, while in the city of Milwaukee, 28% of people live with resources below the federal poverty line. According to
HUNGER TASK FORCE b y A nne K a i ser
Serving people who will be better tomorrow Sherrie Tussler, Executive Director of Hunger
pantries. Obtaining membership to receive these
Task Force, Milwaukee is one of the poorest
services is free as well. Hunger Task Force holds the
communities, and because of the density of
honor of being Milwaukee’s first food bank as well
its population, many are impacted by poverty-
as the leading anti-hunger organization in the state
related hunger.
of Wisconsin.
Fortunately, Milwaukee is blessed with a unique organization aimed at working to eradicate
pantries through diverse organizations. Some
hunger in Wisconsin: Hunger Task Force. Located
of the organizations receiving this infusion of
at 201 South Hawley Court in Milwaukee, Hunger
food include St. Vincent dePaul, St. Ben’s, the
Task Force grew from an effort in the 1970s by
Jewish Community Center, The Gathering, UMOS
local parents to create a program that would offer
(United Migrant Opportunity Services), and
breakfasts in the Milwaukee Public Schools. The
Central City churches. In addition to providing
organization was officially formed in the 1980s,
vital nutrition to individuals and families in need,
and proudly provides and delivers food free of
these partnerships help to facilitate the quality
charge to a group of local meal programs and food
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USDA’s model for healthy eating using a balanced
schools can arrange to host “MyPlate” food drives.
menu centered around the five key food groups:
Food collected will then fall within the healthful
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vegetables, fruits, grains, proteins, and dairy.
parameters of established nutrition guidelines.
services offered by each organization. Tussler
A colorful dinner-plate logo provides a visual
For example, during the 2018 season of Food For
explained, “We make their job easier by giving
representation of the relative portion sizes of
Families, Hunger Task Force specifically requests
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them the food they need so they don’t end up competing with each other, so that the volunteers at the pantries can spend as much
For many people, the food received because of Hunger Task Force’s efforts
three key categories of food be considered for donation. This includes low-sodium canned vegetables, such as green beans; canned protein,
time as they need to with the people to address
and community involvement will be
why they don’t have enough food in their home.”
a cause for thankfulness, this season
sugar-free or low-sugar breakfast cereal. Boxed
such as low-sodium, water-packed tuna; and
and throughout the year. Fortunately,
low-fat milk, canned fruit packed in 100% fruit
through a variety of sources to provide a well-
for many, the need for food occurs
juice, and whole grain pasta or cereal are some
rounded array of food choices to over 50,000
because of changeable life challenges,
other options for healthful non-perishable food
Hunger Task Force uses food obtained
individuals, children, seniors, and families in
and may not be because of a
need each month. Using a combination of healthy foods obtained from local food drives,
permanent situation.
donations. Hunger Task Force is working not simply to remove hunger, but to increase healthful food options for people receiving meals at homeless
government commodities, emergency purchases,
each food group in relation to the others, offering
and food grown on the Hunger Task Force Farm,
a helpful reminder to aid those less familiar with
Hunger Task Force works to tailor food supplies to
dietary requirements in making healthful choices.
a 208-acre farm located in Franklin, Wisconsin.
the needs of those receiving the food.
Hunger Task Force adopted this model in 2017; it
Originally a family farm, this piece of land
also helps guide the types of foods requested by
became the Milwaukee House of Corrections
the organization during food drives.
Work Farm in 1946. When Milwaukee County
One way that Hunger Task Force ensures that food recipients are receiving adequate nutrition is through the adoption of the “MyPlate” nutrition philosophy. “MyPlate” describes the
In conjunction with Hunger Task Force, local businesses, religious organizations, and
shelters, soup kitchens, and area food pantries. Since 2012, Hunger Task Force has leased
decided to stop their food production efforts there, the County Board, wishing to keep this
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farm open and running, suggested it be offered to Hunger Task Force. Now known as The Farm, this vital part of Hunger Task Force has received renewed sponsorship from Harley-Davidson. This generous funding has fueled a partnership that allows Hunger Task Force to operate The Farm and harvest and distribute approximately half a million pounds of fresh produce to local food banks, free of charge. Fresh produce, once lacking in food pantry nutrition, is now available to Milwaukee’s most-needing population. From apples and pears to peppers, cauliflower, watermelons, corn and more, fresh
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produce from The Farm offers hungry Milwaukee populations the chance to enjoy boosted nutrition, flavor, and health. As Tussler explained, “If you can grow it in Wisconsin, we’re probably growing it out there!” She further described Hunger Task Force’s essential communications with the food banks and other organizations served: “Seasonally, we interview pantry coordinators to make sure we’re giving people what they want. We want to grow the foods people are asking for.” According to Tussler, Hunger Task Force works to “appeal to cultural diversity and understand what’s needed.” The Farm additionally benefits from the assistance of volunteers throughout the four seasons. This season, over 7,000 volunteers
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for delivery. Current activities also include the adjacent oak savannah: in Tussler’s words, “one of the best kept secrets of the park system.”
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Hunger Task Force originated through the work of parent advocates; advocacy has continued to be central to the Hunger Task Force mission. The organization’s mission supports the right of every individual to have “adequate food obtained with dignity” and to “work to prevent hunger and malnutrition by providing food to people today and by promoting social policies to
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Holiday Gallery The Garment Shop The holidays are here at the Garment Shop, Cambridge, with great in-store specials. The Garment Shop, unique specialty shop for women. 125 W. Main Street, Cambridge, WI 53523, 608-423-3740.
River’s End Gallery Created by Rony, this outstanding mosaic jewelry set is made of silver with mother of pearl and crystals imbedded. The River’s End Gallery has an entire room of jewelry from American artists and all art in the gallery is on Sale through December 22. You can even find Native American jewelry. The selection is a unique alternative to mass produced jewelry. You can find the gallery in Historic Downtown Waukesha at River’s End Gallery, 380 W. Main St., Waukesha, WI, 262-780-1191.
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The Premier Global Metropolis of
HELSINKI
Above: Helsinki Cathedral and Government Palace in Senate Square. Above right: Interior of the Temppeliaukio Church. Below: Interior blue cupola and exterior of The Uspenski Cathedral on the Katajanokka peninsula. The largest cathedral in Northern and Western Europe. Right page: Art Nouveau Statues of the Helsinki Central Railway Station.
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prominent tourist attractions include parks,
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located on the southern peninsula of Finland,
of the city are available by bus, boat or tram.
along the waters of the Baltic Sea. Founded in
Walking tours are also available through Senate
1550 by King Gustav Vasa, Helsinki grew rapidly in
Square and many of the parks and gardens
the late 1800s and became the capital of Finland
around the city. Senate Square is located in the
in 1917. In 2000, Helsinki was named one of nine
heart of the city, and is composed of several
European Cities of Culture. It is now considered
historic buildings. On one side is the 150-year-old
a premier global metropolis, and has close to
Helsinki Cathedral, perhaps the most famous
one million inhabitants.
structure in all of Finland. The cathedral is a fine
Visitors to Helsinki will find a wide variety of interesting attractions and activities. The most
and oft-photographed example of neoclassical architecture. The other buildings around the
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species from all over the world, and is devoted to
Built in 1868, its cupolas and red brick design
protecting and harboring endangered animals.
are clear remnants of the Russian Empire that
square include: the Government Palace, the
Korkeasaari also has over 1000 different plant
once ruled Finland.
University of Helsinki’s main building, and the
species. The city also has a large ocean exhibit
National Library of Finland.
called Sea Life. Visitors can view sharks, sea rays,
be found at the Ateneum Art Museum. The
Not far from Senate Square, visitors may
The largest art collection in Finland can
crabs and other sea creatures in their strange
museum features Finnish and international
enjoy the lovely serenity of Esplanade Park. The
underwater worlds. There is even a transparent
art from the 1750s to the 1960s. Many national
park, which is named after the long walkway that
tunnel that leads through an ocean tank, putting
treasures, including work from famous artists
goes through it, often hosts local events. During
humans right in the middle of the aquatic
such as Albert Edefelt and Helene Schierfbeck,
the summertime, the Marimekko Fashion Show,
seascape. The animals are from the neighboring
are displayed here. A number of prominent
the Jazz-Espa concert series, and folk dancing
Baltic Sea, the Arctic Sea, and tropical oceans.
events and activities are hosted at Ateneum Hall.
all take place at Esplanade. Another notable city
Those who are interested in history and
For visitors more interested in ancient history, the
park is Kaivopuisto Park down by the waterfront.
architecture will not want to miss Helsinki’s
National Museum of Finland has much to offer.
Kaivopuisto is Finland’s oldest park and
numerous church’s and museums. One of the
This museum portrays Finnish history from the
showcases some of the finest outdoor scenery
most unique places of worship in the world
prehistoric era to modern times. Archeological
the country has to offer. The sea, rock cliffs, and
can be found at Temppeliaukio Church in the
artifacts, along with important ethnological and
expansive grass lawns all provide a great place
outskirts of the city. Temppeliaukio Church was
anthropological finds have all been collected
to relax on a nice day. The University Botanical
built in 1969 in the side of a bedrock hill. The
at the Museum of Finland. A major exhibition
Garden, located near the Central Railway Station
rock forms natural walls inside the building,
highlights the progress of Finnish society and
in Kaisaniemi Park, is another outdoor attraction.
almost like a cave. The bedrock creates excellent
culture from the Middle Ages to the present.
Helsinki has a lot to offer animal lovers in
acoustics, and therefore makes the church
Many sightseers also take interest in the
particular. One of the oldest zoos in the world
a popular setting for concerts. The largest
massive Viapori-Sveaborg fortress off the coast.
can be found in Helsinki, the Korkeasaari Zoo.
orthodox church in Western Europe can also
One of the largest sea fortresses in the world,
Established in 1889, the zoo contains over 200
be found in Helsinki, the Uspenski Cathedral.
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Voices Against Hunger, the largest and most active group of its kind in the state. Open to all interested individuals, this group stays actively informed about current hunger-related issues and associated laws that impact the community. Through phone calls and letters as well as active lobbying and testimonials, this citizen-powered group works to effect positive and lasting policy changes to assist
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those impacted by hunger issues. One key issue for Hunger Task Force and Voices Against Hunger has been the School Breakfast Program. Milwaukee’s rate of children living in poverty is very high: one in four children experiences poverty, and almost 43 percent of children residing in Milwaukee County are beneficiaries of food stamps. Hunger dramatically impacts children’s overall health, school attendance and performance, and cognitive development, so this area of hunger prevention has been one of Hunger Task Force’s focuses from its inception. As Tussler stated,
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“We were a group of advocates who wanted our public schools to provide breakfast to kids. We’ve always been concerned for anti-hunger policy work.” Because of the determination and effort of advocates, Milwaukee Public Schools now offer universal free breakfast to students. Tussler noted, “It took 35 years for it to happen, but it did.” Hunger Task Force also works to make healthy foods more accessible to other vulnerable populations—those who are homebound for a variety of reasons or those who face transportation challenges, for example. In partnership with Pick ‘n Save, the Fresh Picks Mobile Market, a traveling, truck-sized grocery store, visits local neighborhoods that would not otherwise have easy access to healthy fresh
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your days indoors. Before you start your hibernation,
your regular washing routine.
it’s a good idea to ensure your home is up to the task.
during cold winter weather, letting the sunshine in
ideas to help ensure a health-conscious home.
can still help to improve indoor air quality. A study
Encourage better air quality
by the University of Oregon’s Biology and the Built
When the house is closed up to keep out
Environment Center showed rooms with increased
the cold, you may be trapping in undesirable air
sunlight have fewer viable bacteria.
pollutants. A well-sealed house may not have the
“Until now, daylighting design has been primarily
best circulation, and that’s the ideal environment
about visual comfort or circadian health, but now we
for allergens to accumulate.
can say daylighting influences air quality,” said Kevin
A thorough cleaning is the first step toward better air quality. Vacuum all carpets, including
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proximity to those who might not otherwise have the resources to access them. Hunger Task Force benefits from a variety of essential partnerships with local organizations, all of which share a concern for helping the hungry in the Milwaukee community. These “signature partnerships” are diverse, and include one with Kohl’s Department Stores, through which Hunger Task Force’s role as the first MyPlate food bank began. The Kohl’s partnership also sponsors another well-known food drive to benefit Hunger Task Force, Stamp Out Hunger, in which mail carriers gather food donations from homes on their postal routes during the second Saturday each May. During the winter season, Hunger Task
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a family. No longer in need of donated food, he reversed roles and became a Hunger Task Force donor. As Tussler summarized, “There are truly so many people whose lives have been touched by Hunger Task Force. We’re not seeing the same guy over and over—we’re serving people who are in trouble now, who will be better tomorrow.”
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and clothing for the starving population. She was
United States, especially where there are large populations of
dressed in all white with a wreath of twigs lit up upon
Swedish descendents. The legend of
her head. It is said that later she was persecuted for
Santa Lucia and the holiday that followed is but one
being a Christian and burned at the stake. Her body
of many unique ways in which people of the world
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celebrates the Christmas holiday.
She became a Christian martyr and from then on was
Santa Lucia legend There are several versions of the legend of Santa Lucia but the oldest legend dates back to 304 A.D.
known as the great patron saint of light. Celebrating Santa Lucia The celebration of Santa Lucia begins each December
A young woman from a noble Christian family named Lucia
13th and is also known as the festival of lights. In old tradition
had dedicated her life to helping those in poverty. During
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Santa Lucia. On the morning of December 13th wearing a white dress with a red sash and a wreath of lingonberry twigs with seven candles set upon it she would go from farm to farm bringing baked goods and return home before dawn. The lighting of the candles on her headpiece symbolizes welcoming light during the darkest time of the year. Centuries ago when the Santa Lucia celebration first began the calendar date of December 13th was the shortest day of the year, also known as winter solstice. The celebration of Santa Lucia celebrates the beginning of change and longer and warmer days. Today families celebrate Santa Lucia by having a daughter in the household dress as Santa A curated collection of modern and vintage home decor to inspire. We search the world to bring you the unique and stylish. N112 W15800 Mequon Rd. (Hwy 167) Germantown, WI 262-415-7826 W-F 10 am-5 pm | Sat. 10 am-2 pm www.CuratedHomeDecor.com curatedhomedecor curatedhomedecor
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the Viapori-Sveaborg was built in 1748 on islands just off the shore of Helsinki, and is reached by ferry. Tours are available, along with a Sveaborg Experience multi-vision show. For visitors with families, Helsinki also has the world-class Linnanmaki amusement park. A vast selection of rides, ranging from gentle to terrifying, awaits visitors. The most popular ride is a giant wooden roller coaster built over 50 years ago.
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