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Contents Industry, Employment & Economic Development Supporting Local Businesses ���������������������������������� 4-7 Home Improvements Prepare Your Deck for Winter ����������������������������������� 8 Wine, Dine & Enjoy Pairing Wine with Meat �������������������������������������������� 9 Health, Wellness & Senior Living Being Healthy Staying Active & Mental Acuity �� 10-15 Your Finance Thinking about Financial Planning ��������������������� 16-17 Shop Local Downtown Albert lea ��������������������������������������� 18-19 Keeping the Faith Path ways of Healing ������������������������������������������ 20-21 In the Yard & Garden Mary Boorsman from Albert Lea Seed House and Garden Center ������������������������������������������������� 22

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CONTINUE TO SUPPORT LOCAL AND SMALL BUSINESS

BY NOELLE HAGEN Assistant Director

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he gift-giving season is just around the corner! Now is a great time to start thinking about how your gift giving and merry making plans may revolve around supporting local and small business in Freeborn County. You may be an expert at finding all the right gifts, party supplies, unique and delicious foods for entertaining or planning cozy nights in or… you may be a little less seasoned in the noble task… Either way, I hope to bring you some quality tips and ideas for shopping local.

hobbies and interests, useful items, keepsakes, collectibles, the list goes on and on! But how do I figure out where to go to buy the right gift you ask? I say, anywhere! From my personal experience I have found many fun and amazing things that I purchased as gifts for my loved ones when I was browsing our local stores… usually shopping for myself instead of for gifts! In my opinion, this is one of the best ways to find unique gifts… take the pressure off, have fun, and things will stand out to you.

Let’s start with gifts, if you are shopping for someone it can be tricky to choose a gift that you know they will cherish and appreciate. You may be thinking about their

If you don’t love shopping and browsing or feel that you cannot “leave it up to chance”, don’t worry! One of the most wonderful things about our local businesses is the friendly faces you’ll find in store. They are experts in their store’s inventory and are happy to help you locate the perfect items.

Take advantage of this quality personal shopping experience when you walk into a small business.

Another underrated gift idea is food or drinks. Some of my favorite gifts to give are special food treats and unique items such as specialty jams, pickles, cocktail mixes, seasonings, tea, coffee, dried meats, special baking or soup mixes, etc. Many of our local stores offer a great selection of items like these! If you find something that sounds just too scrumptious to you, “forget” to wrap it up and enjoy it yourself!

If the person you’re shopping for would value experience over items, there are lots of local options to choose from! You can purchase or support their registration for art classes, maker classes and demos, community ed trips/ex-

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periences, or theatre tickets. Or you can go classic and treat them to a night out, their favorite breakfast, or takeout by purchasing gift certificates from local restaurants.

I know the world of shopping is full of possibilities. Almost anything you can think of can be purchased within a matter of clicks on a screen. While there are advantages of purchasing items online – I challenge you to purchase at least one gift this year from a local business. You may be surprised how easy and enjoyable it is!

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WHAT IS PLAID FRIDAY?

ocally owned small businesses are vital components of many thriving communities. The unique role locally owned small businesses play was never more apparent than during the pandemic, when many such establishments were forced to close, reduce their hours of operation or downsize their offerings as consumers were urged to stay home and prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus. In the wake of those changes, communities across the country soon realized how vital local businesses are to their local economies.

Job creation and tax revenue are two ways that locally owned small businesses support local economies. These businesses also make communities unique and serve as a source of pride for residents, which underscores the importance of supporting them as the world slowly emerges from the pandemic.

Businesses big and small look to the holiday season as a great time to increase their revenue. Big business gets a significant boost from Black Friday, which occurs on the day after Thanksgiving and marks the unofficial opening of the holiday shopping season. But consumers who want

to support locally owned small businesses as they start their holiday shopping can look to Plaid Friday.

Plaid Friday was initially organized in Oakland, Calif., in 2009. Back then, Plaid Friday, which takes place on the day after Thanksgiving, was intended to serve as a more laid-back alternative to Black Friday, a day that’s become as notorious for incidents threatening public safety as it has for great deals. Plaid Friday efforts promote locally-owned small businesses and encourage residents to patronize these establishments as they begin their holiday shopping.

Since 2009, Plaid Friday has caught on outside of Oakland, and many communities now embrace it. Many small business owners host Plaid Friday sales, and some even offer extra discounts to customers who wear plaid, which has come to symbolize support for small, independently-owned businesses.

This year Plaid Friday occurs on November 26. Residents are urged to support small, locally-owned businesses, many of which could use a boost after a challenging 2020 holiday season.

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PREPARE YOUR DECK FOR WINTER

ers in cold weather, and that can contribute to mildew, discoloration or decay.

• Store unnecessary furniture. Homeowners who like to sit on their decks in winter will no doubt want to leave some furniture out over the winter. But those with lots of furniture for entertaining guests can likely move the majority of that furniture into a garage or shed for the winter. HGTV notes that doing so will prevent the potential formation of blemishes on the deck that can result from inconsistent weathering.

• Remove snow, but do so carefully. Prolonged contact with snow and ice can damage a deck. As a result, homeowners should clear snow from their decks when accumulation is significant. HGTV recommends using a snow blower on the deck to avoid scarring. If a shovel must be used, push snow with the planks to reduce the risk of damaging the deck.

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Homeowners who take steps to protect their decks throughout the winter months can ensure these popular areas are ready once entertaining season returns in the spring.

omeowners often take steps to winterize the interior of their homes in the weeks before winter’s arrival, but such efforts should extend to the outside of a home as well.

Decks make for great gathering places when the weather permits. Decks are where many people spend their free time and eat their meals come spring and summer, when the temperatures climb and the sun sets well into the evening. But as summer turns to fall, homeowners must take measures to protect their decks from potentially harsh winter weather.

• Inspect the deck for problems. Decks tend to be used more often in summer than any other time of year. That makes fall and early winter an ideal time to inspect for wear and tear and any additional issues that may have cropped up throughout the summer. Damaged boards and loose handrails should be fixed before winter arrives, especially for homeowners who plan to use their decks in winter. Fixing such issues in winter and even into spring may be difficult thanks to harsh conditions, so make good use of the relatively calm autumn weather to fix any issues on the deck.

• Clear the deck of potted plants. Even homeowners who intend to use their decks in winter should remove potted plants from the deck in the fall. The home improvement experts at HGTV note that moisture can get trapped between deck boards and plastic, wood or ceramic containSUPPLEMENT TO THE FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2021 | PAGE 8

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New York strip steak. Wine Folly also notes that reds like Blaufränkish, an Austrian red, and a blend of Grenache Syrah Mourvèdre (GSM) also pair very well with New York strips.

ine enthusiasts insist that nothing can make a meal more flavorful than a good wine. A great pairing of wine and food can make for a memorable meal that people can savor long after the last dish has made its way into the dishwasher.

RIB-EYE An especially flavorful cut of steak, the rib-eye is favored by people who like a big cut of meat. Wine Folly notes that a Sonoma or Napa Valley Zinfandel pairs very well with grilled ribeyes. High tannin wines can cut through the fat of ribeyes, but Wine Folly also notes that wines such as an Amarone della Valpolicella or Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso that have a strong fruit flavor can pair well because they contrast the natural flavor of the ribeye.

It’s easy for novice wine drinkers to become intimidated when tasked with pairing wines. That’s especially the case when pairing wine with meat. No two cuts of meat are the same, which means a wine that pairs well with one cut may not pair as well with another.

The wine experts at Wine Folly (winefolly.com) note that leaner cuts of meat tend to pair well with lighter wines. For fans of richer, fattier cuts of meat, high tannin wines can cut through the fat and make for a flavorful pairing. If that isn’t specific enough to make pairing wine and meat less confusing, individuals can consider these pairing suggestions for popular cuts of meat.

FILET MIGNON Filet mignon is among the most popular and expensive cuts of meat. The cost of filet mignon can make pairing it with wine even more intimidating. Wine Folly recommends pairing filet mignon with a Merlot or Merlot-based red blend, a Touriga Nacional or a Mencía. Each of these wines capably complements the subtle flavor of filet mignon and bring

SIRLOIN out its natural flavor.

NEW YORK STRIP STEAK New York strip steak, sometimes referred to as shell steak or Kansas City strip, should come out tender when cooked correctly. The meat experts at Massachusetts-based Butcher Boy Market note that a Cabernet Sauvignon-New York strip pairing is a classic combination. Though red wines are often the recommended pairing with meat, Butcher Boy Market notes that white wine, and champagne in particular, pairs well with

Sirloin is a leaner cut of meat that can still taste great when grilled. Wine Folly recommends a range of reds and cooks can choose one based on how they’re seasoning the meat or which sauce they’re using. For example, a French Syrah pairs well with butter sauces. Wine Folly also notes that Spanish Tempranillo or Montepulciano d’Abruzzo pair well with sirloin.

The right wine can make cuts of meat like filet mignon, ribeye and sirloin taste even better.

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he Hormel Institute is a biomedical research center that advances scientific knowledge, educates the researchers of tomorrow, and promotes health worldwide. We accelerate answers to fundamental biological questions through innovation and creativity to improve lives and to bring hope to all people.

Started in 1942 by Jay C. Hormel, The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota has a nearly eight-decade history of making significant scientific discoveries aimed at improving the health of the world. The Hormel Institute is an independent biomedical research department within the University of Minnesota’s Office of the Vice President for Research. Collaborative research partners include Masonic Cancer Center UMN (a Comprehensive Cancer Center as designated by the National Cancer Institute, N.I.H.), the Mayo Clinic (US News & World Report’s “Best Hospital in the United States”), and many other leading research centers worldwide. The Hormel Institute, which tripled in size in 2008 and doubled again in size in 2016, is home to some of the world’s most cutting-edge research technologies and expert scientists. Over the next few years, The Hormel Institute SUPPLEMENT TO THE FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2021 | PAGE 10

will broaden its impact through innovative, world class research in its quest to improve human health.

As The Hormel Institute makes a stronger impact throughout the local community, state, region and beyond, a new plan is underway to ensure the community benefits from the world class center and team of experts.

Executive Director Dr. Robert Clarke and Chief of Staff Elizabeth Fedie developed a new department – Community Outreach and Education. To spearhead this effort, Kelly Vincelette joined The Hormel Institute in April. As Community Outreach and Education Manager. Goals for this department are expanding education, internships and community connections, offer more support for the community in science education to inspire STEM education and higher education opportunities, continue to grow collaborations and partnerships and provide more of the resources that are available through University of Minnesota and collaborative partnerships.

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Physical Activity and Benefits of Cognition with Aging As we age, we change both biological and psychological. The basic cognitive functions most affected by aging are attention and memory. Higher level cognitive functions such as language processing and decision making can also be affected by aging.

Many studies have shown that parts of brain which control thinking and memory (prefrontal cortex and medial temporal cortex) have a larger volume in people who are physically active versus individuals who don’t. Interacting in physical activity helps improve the brain directly and indirectly. The benefits directly have the ability to reduce insulin resistance, reduce inflammation, and stimulate the release of chemicals in the brain that affect the health of brain cells, the growth of new blood vessels, and the plethora of new brain cells.

Physical activity is widely spoke about as a strategy for promoting health in the aging populations and maintaining functional capacity, as well as assisting with the prevention and control of variety of diseases. How much exercise is required to help improve

cognitive function? It’s recommended to be physically active for 150 minutes per week. That might seem daunting to some, and if so start slowly. Increase your physical activity by 5 or even 10 minutes each week until you are fit to reach the goal of 150 minutes each week.

You may notice that I have been using the term “Physically Active” rather than “Exercise.” Physical activity is any movement that is produced by skeletal muscles; such as walking, hiking, gardening, biking, raking leaves, cleaning the house and other activities that require movement. Exercise is defined as a planned, structured, and intentional movement aimed to improve or maintain physical fitness. All physical activity positively contributes to overall health and well-being. The common goal we have as individuals is to live a long life, but not only that, we want to be able to remember our greatest memories and be able to communicate with our loved ones with a sharp mind.

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How aging adults can maintain their mental acuity

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ging is associated with or linked to a host of mental and physical side effects. For example, many adults expect their vision to deteriorate as they grow older. Such a side effect can be combatted with routine eye examinations that may indicate a need for a stronger eyeglass prescription, a relatively simple solution that won’t impact adults’ daily lives much at all.

While physical side effects like diminished vision might not strike much fear in the hearts of aging men and women, those same people may be concerned and/or frightened by the notion of age-related cognitive decline.

Some immediately associate such decline with Alzheimer’s disease, an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that gradually destroys memory and cognitive skills, ultimately compromising a person’s ability to perform even the simplest of tasks. But age-related cognitive decline is not always symptomatic of Alzheimer’s disease. Learning about Alzheimer’s and how to maintain mental acuity can help aging men and women better understand the changes their brains might be undergoing as they near or pass retirement age.

Is Alzheimer’s disease hereditary?

The National Institute on Aging notes that only a very

rare form of Alzheimer’s disease is inherited. Early-onset familial Alzheimer’s disease, or FAD, is caused by mutations in certain genes. If these genes are passed down from parent to child, then the child is likely, but not certain, to get FAD. So while many adults may be concerned about Alzheimer’s because one of their parents had the disease, the NIA notes that the majority of Alzheimer’s cases are late-onset, which has no obvious family pattern.

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Can Alzheimer’s disease be prevented?

Studies of Alzheimer’s disease are ongoing, but to date there is no definitive way to prevent the onset of the disease.

How can I maintain mental acuity as I age?

Researchers have not yet determined a way to prevent Alzheimer’s disease, but adults can take certain steps to maintain their mental acuity into retirement.

• Exercise regularly. Routine exercise may be most associated with physical benefits, but the NIA notes that such activity has been linked to benefits for the brain as well. For example, a 2011 study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America found that aerobic exercise training increases the size of the hippocampus, leading to improvements in spatial memory. The NIA also notes that one study indicated exercise stimulated the brain’s ability to maintain old network connections and make new ones vital to cognitive health.

lihood that the presence of plaques or tangles will impair cognitive function.

• Stay socially connected. Maintaining social connections with family, friends and community members also can help women prevent cognitive decline. Epidemiologist Bryan James of the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center studied how social activity affected cognitive decline, ultimately noting that the rate of cognitive decline was considerably lower among men and women who maintained social contact than it was among those with low levels of social activity.

The idea of age-related cognitive decline strikes fear in the hearts of many men and women, but there are ways for adults to maintain their mental acuity well into their golden years.

• Read more. Avid readers may be happy to learn that one of their favorite pastimes can improve the efficiency of their cognitive systems while delaying such systems’ decline. A 2013 study published in the journal Neurology by researchers at Chicago’s Rush University Medical Center found that mentally active lifestyles may not prevent the formations of plaques and tangles associated with Alzheimer’s disease, but such lifestyles decreases the like-

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inancial planning has become a catchphrase in recent years, and it’s something many consumers may not fully understand. Learning some key components of financial planning can help people have more capital on hand to help them achieve their short- and long-term goals.

A 2018 study commissioned by GuideVine that polled 1,000 Americans 30 and older about their finances found that many lack knowledge of basic financial terms. In addition, the study found that numerous people feel completely lost in regard to having a solid plan with their money. Financial planning can be intimidating, but learning the basics of sound money management can help people secure their financial futures.

According to the online learning resource WiseGeek, financial planning is a process of setting objectives, assessing assets and resources, estimating future financial needs, and making plans to achieve financial goals.

Investing, risk management, retirement planning, tax requirements, and estate planning

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are key components of financial planning.

sure that all avenues are being explored, esTo get started with financial planning, the fi- pecially for financial novices.

It’s important to note that financial planning nancial guide and online resource Ramsay says individuals will need to see where they stand may mean different things to different people. financially, establish financial goals and create For some, planning may revolve around sava plan to reach those goals. While a person ing for a child’s college tuition but still having can create his or her own financial plan, often- enough money left to retire. Another person times the help of a financial planner can make may be looking to save extra money to invest in a business venture. Others who are living paycheck to paycheck may need help reevaluating their spending so they can grow their savings.

One of the key components of financial planning is to begin doing it as soon as possible. A financial plan can be instituted at any age, and goals can be revisited as life changes occur.

Financial planning strategies are something anyone can learn and utilize to secure their financial futures.

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KEEPING THE FAITH

Pathways of Healing

BY PASTOR SHANE KOEPKE

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hristianity, along with all other religions are going through a process of being criticized right now. We are asking questions like “Why do we do this…or that…or even THAT, in the church. People from outside the church are criticizing, and right so, the ways the church has put it’s faith in broken leaders rather than God. Some churches have rallied around a pastor rather than the collective leadership of church, and from within have become naval gazing hypocrites, rather than Jesus following people.

that only your group has it right. Maybe you aren’t part of a church because you have been disenfranchised through your experience.

Maybe you haven’t given it any thought at all and you find church to be a meaningful experience. Whatever your experience, you are on a journey of faith.

I love the church. Surprise, surprise, a pastor who says they love the church. I love the church because it creates a space for me to think, to wonder, to ask tough questions, to help others, to be helped when I need it (something I’m always working on), and to be a reflection of God’s love in the world. I love that the church doesn’t need to have all the answers to still do good, to support one another, to keep trying.

I think this kind of criticism is good for the church. It helps to hold us accountable, to reform our thinking, and to see that God is still at work in this world, sometimes even through these critical and often difficult moments of And in the same breath, I’m able to be critithe church. Healing can only begin once the cal of the church and it’s treatment of women wound is exposed. in leadership. How it often shames those who Maybe you are part of a church and you think are LGBTQ, when it supports systemic racism, SUPPLEMENT TO THE FREEBORN COUNTY SHOPPER | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2021 | PAGE 20

how it says it welcomes everyone on the sign out front but then when you get inside you realize that you are only really welcome if you think, act, pray and look like everyone else.

I’m not saying all churches do it, but I’m also not going to stand by and let those behaviors be the dominate headline.

I hope (and pray) that you are willing to take a stand as well.

When I read the Bible, I see that God continually makes pathways of healing. Jesus is always giving grace and love before judgment, the Holy Spirit moves people toward deeper community, not dividing lines.

The church, through healthy

criticism can begin to heal and change. We can be louder as we speak out for the oppressed and the poor. We can choose love over division, grace over judgement. This fall as you enter into this season of harvest, I encourage you to look for the harvests that come from placing value in your faithful places: church, Bible studies, etc.

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IN THE YARD AND GARDEN Mary Boorsma, Albert Lea Seedhouse & Garden Center

Whenever I speak in public, I work hard to craft an entertaining, informative speech, which folks listen to politely. As soon as I’m finished talking and open the floor for questions, someone raises his or her hand and says, “What about those Japanese beetles?” This question launches thirty minutes of what I’ve come to refer to as Japanese Beetle Counseling. At the Seed House Garden Center, we are skilled in Japanese Beetle Counseling. Distraught folks call and come in every day from July 1 through Labor day. We can talk most folks off the ledge, but there’s no denying that Japanese beetles evoke some strong emotions.

“Why,” people ask, “are there so many?”

First found in the United States in 1916, Japanese beetles have been munching, crawling and flying their way east for the last 105 years. Gardeners of every kind fear and loathe these beautiful copper and green insects. The larval grub eats the roots of your lawn, leaving unsightly brown patches of dead or dying grass. The voracious appetite of the adult beetle can defoliate a plant in a matter of days. Linden trees, roses, raspberries, fruit trees, grapes and hollyhocks are all favorite foods. When I had a grapevine, I’d spend half an hour knocking beetles into an ice cream bucket of soapy water only to find as many beetles and more the next day. This isn’t a bad way to spend half an hour. If you have nothing going on.

Every day. For three months.

cubator a Japanese beetle grub ever saw: the lawn.

Born in 1860, a mere 46 years before the Japanese beetle came to town, lawns have become one important symbol of democracy.

Flowing from one yard to the next, the green carpet that spreads from Massachusetts to Oregon says “We are one.” The lawn is where we sit with our loved ones for picnics, tumble with the family dog, play croquet, keep up with the Joneses. And the lawn is the perfect place for baby Japanese beetles to be born.

“Why are there so many?”

Did you water your lawn this summer? The grubs thank you.

Does your landscape include roses, raspberries or lindens? The beetles thank you. That’s why there are so many.

Guess what, dear reader, there are so many because of you.

I can see your bewilderment. I can see the denial written across your face. I don’t want to pick on you too much. I’ll soften the blow: there are so many Japanese beetles because of us. We Americans have built these insects a paradise. We have given them a home with no natural enemies. We’ve given them ideal temperatures and moisture levels. We’ve given them a selection of foods to rival Old Country Buffet. And most of all, we’ve given them the greatest in-

What, then, can we do? Lots. We can plant lawn grasses that tolerate drought (not Kentucky Bluegrass, for example.) We can plant less palatable trees, shrubs and perennials (lilacs, magnolia, red maple, to name a few.) We can explore natural predators (like nematodes.) We can rethink our landscapes and our panic when a plant is eaten to the ground. Japanese Beetle Counseling is about calming down and thinking of long term solutions for this imported beetle. Help is available. Call me anytime.

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