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People Person Mary Patricia Voell is a woman of many missions
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Story by Lois A. Pflum | Photos by Aileen Andrews/The Reporter Media
woman with a mission might be a good way to describe Mary Patricia Voell, 63, of Fond du Lac. Actually, Voell has many missions, but appears to be happiest when she has a “full plate,” referring to her current and past adventures in working in public relations, fund-raising, teaching, public speaking and writing, just to name a few of her extracurricular activities she is currently or has been involved with. Born and raised in Milwaukee, Voell is relatively new to the city. She moved here in December, 2009. “I have roots here, as well as in Mount Calvary,” she proudly stated. Well-educated and driven, Voell describes Legacies (family organizational historians), which she founded in 2001. “It’s been on the back burner for a while and I felt it was a chance opportunity to develop something like this. The name Legacies seemed to be the right name for my business.” She added, “It developed over a lifetime,” referring to her siblings. Voell felt her calling came indirectly from her mother who was the historian at St. Sebastian’s Catholic Church in Milwaukee. She mentions a sister, Donna, who is actually the genealogist in the family, researching their ancestors back as far as the 1700s, from parts of Germany and Austria. When tracing one’s roots, Voell emphasizes, “It is important to ask questions before it’s too late” and added, “oral histories are OK but better when written.” Voell conducts a series of classes — a twohour workshop actually, when she guides those participating in organizing their searches — to trace their family roots. These workshops consist of a series of different parts, and are held at the Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) at 50 Portland St. here in Fond du Lac. Voell explained, “It is a casual group and we do a lot of sharing.” The first six weeks is getting started. The second series is doing the research; and the final series is getting into the actual writing. A good way to describe Legacies is Voell helping people do what some people want to do, but never got around to it, or just didn’t know how to go about it, when they want to trace their roots.
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Mary Patricia Voell — story teller and history person (and quilts tell stories) — also poses with a photo of her mother, parents and her and her son.
Another mission Voell finds so heartwarming is Timeslips. She is a certified facilitator of Timeslips. Her brochure describes Timeslips as a creative storytelling project, the mission of which is to bring meaningful, creative storytelling engagement into the lives of people experiencing dementia, resulting from conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and stroke. She offers this program in area nursing homes, such as the Villa Loretta, where she inspires residents with dementia to share their gifts of imagination and storytelling. A genuine people-person, she admits her favorite pastime is “spending time with people” and cautiously added, “I see a lot of tears — I see a lot of joy — a lot of healing.” Another monumental task Voell handled so well was recently when she was worked as
Director of Special Events & Alumni Relations for St. Lawrence Seminary High School in Mount Calvary. Voell was responsible for the planning and implementation of programs and projects including events celebrating the 150th anniversary of St. Lawrence. One fundraising campaign presently underway to raise $100,000 is a unique “I am a Son of Calvary Legacy Commitment” initiative campaign combining the alumni membership with a capital campaign. During the time she was working on this huge undertaking, she was involved in a serious car accident, which necessitated working out of her home some of that time. Voell noted she had five surgeries on her ankle. Dedicated and determined, she was able to complete that enormous prroject. In younger days, Voell nostalgically shared a time in her life when “ I sang and danced through the Hearts of America.” For about 15 years, the group she was involved with was known as “The Brothers and Sisters.” Although not biological siblings, they entertained at conventions, trade shows and performed in parades and had a lot of fun. The single mother of Mattson, 27; called Matt for short. “Matt loves knowing his large extended family and extended family members.” Voell noted there were eight children in her family when they were growing up. Beside those extended family members, “Dublin,” a sevenyear-old golden retriever shares a very special place in her home. “Dublin has been with me since he was just a puppy.” Going for walks with Dublin is just one more thing that she delights in. Professionally, Voell holds memberships in The Fond du Lac County Historical Society, The Fond du Lac Geneology Society, and the State Historical Society. In addition to that, she admits to utilizing the Fond du Lac Public Library and does a lot of researching on-line. Future goals are to continue to help families and looking forward to helping them process and capture their stories. Crafting, like making cards and doing fun things are other enjoyments. “I like to be creative, too.” For more information on either Legacies or Timeslips, Voell can be contacted at info@ legaciesstories.com; or 414-779-8484.
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Stepping On program announced free falls prevention workshops to be held in north fond du lac and ripon practice strength and balance exercises and learn how medications, vision, safe footwear and home modifications can affect their risk of falls. The goal is to help people better manage their own risk of falls and take steps on their own to prevent falls. “Participants also benefit from meeting other people with similar concerns, learning about the steps they can take to reduce their risk of falls and benefit from each other’s experiences,” said certified trainer, Jaime Roth. Past participants report much increased confidence in the steps they have taken and will continue to practice to reduce their risk of falls.
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he Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) will be offering free Stepping On (falls prevention) workshops series in North Fond du Lac and the Ripon area. Stepping On is a seven-week workshop program for independent communitydwelling older adults who have fallen; are at-risk of falling; or who have a fear of falling. One-in-three adults age 65 and over fall each year. The physical, financial and emotional costs can be devastating. But falls are not a normal part of the aging process and can be prevented. During the workshop, participants receive support from trained leaders and other workshop participants, learn and
August Calendar 1 • NOON ORGAN RECITAL SERIES St. Paul’s Cathedral Church, 51 West Division Street 12:15-12:45 p.m. Concert 4 featuring recitalist John Penkoske. 1-4 • 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF WORLD FERRARI Road America, N7390 Hwy. 67 Elkhart Lake. 2-3, 8, 16-17, 23-24 • WE ARE FAMILY Maximillian’s Hall, Pub & Eatery, 155 Fond du Lac Ave., Mt. Calvary, 8 p.m. $16 adults, $8 children ages 5-12. A high-energy song and dance musical revue full of local talented young adults!
children. Fun event for families with children ages 12 and under. Face painting, gamea, croquette, mini cake walk, lunch/tea party with Alice in Wonderland movie, professional story tellers from La Crosse, a pocket lady and every child receives a nature-related book. There is also a nature make-and-take craft. 5 • MUSIC UNDER THE STARS J HARRISON B Buttermilk Creek Park, 700 S. Park Ave., 7-8:30 p.m. J Harrison B offers rock and country for your listening pleasure. Raindate: Aug. 6.
7 • BUTTERMILK FESTIVAL – FSB: BUTTERMILK FESTIVAL 25TH 2 • STEP INTO THE NIGHT HIKE ANNIVERSARY Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit, Buttermilk Creek Park, 700 S. Park Ave., 7:15 N1765 Hwy. G, Campbellsport, 8-9:45 p.m. Mauthe p.m. In celebration of the 25th season of music and Lake Recreation Area Picnic Shelter. (located off Hwy. GGG entertainment at the Buttermilk Performance Center, south of Hwy. SS near New Prospect). As the sun sets and the Symphonic Band will perform a gala concert of light the light fades, the day animals retire and a new group classics, old favorites, vocals, instrumental features, and of animals awaken. Explore the world of the crepuscular marches, concluding with Tchaikovsky’s Overture 1812. (active at dusk and dawn) and nocturnal (active at night) animals. Bring your bug spray and sense of adventure as 7, 14, 21, 28 • FARMERS MARKET we explore the darkness for nature’s night lights. Best for Main Street Plaza, 30 S. Main St., Wednesdays children ages 5 and older. noon-6 p.m. Wisconsin-grown produce, plants, flowers, and hand-made items. The Lunchtime Live! series also runs 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • FRIDAY NIGHT in coordination with the Wednesday Farmers Market. Stay DANCE PARTIES for lunch and live music! Shut Up and Dance Ballroom Studio, 79 S. Main St., 7:30-10 p.m., $10. Newcomer ballroom dance 7 • LUNCHTIME LIVE! – lessons every Friday night at 7:30 p.m. followed by open SMS ALUMNI BAND dancing to a variety of music including ballroom, Latin, Main Street Plaza, 30 S. Main St., noon-2 p.m. Swing, Salsa and more. Open to the public. Light snacks Free, outdoor concert series Wednesdays through August are served. BYO beverages of choice. No partner or prior 28. Downtown restaurants have lunch for purchase dance experience is needed. Great way to network and available, or bring your own! meet new people. 8 • NOON ORGAN RECITAL 2-3 • RELAY FOR LIFE St. Peter’s Lutheran Congregation - LutheranFond du Lac High School, 800 Campus Dr., 3 p.m. WELS, 1600 S. Main St., Fond du Lac, 12:15-12:45 A life-changing event that helps communities across the p.m. Concert 5 featuring organist Phil Otto. globe celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against 8-11 • GRAND-AM / ALMS SERIES the disease. Relay For Life walkers on track, cancer Road America, N7390 Hwy. 67, Elkhart Lake. survivors, food, games, raffle and auctions. ALMS Series takes over Road America’s 4-mile circuit for what will be the most incredible weekend of sports car 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 • FARMERS MARKET racing in the world. Fans will get to see the Grand-Am race Saturday mornings, 50 Western Ave., 7 a.m.on Saturday, Aug. 10, with ALMS competing on Sunday. noon. Over 90 vendors sell the freshest Wisconsin-grown produce, plants, flowers, baked goods, meats and cheese. 10 • 1860s JAMS AND JELLIES Crafts, arts, pottery, and other hand-made items are also Wade House Historic Site, W7824 Center St., available. At the height of the season the market brings Greenbush, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults $11, seniors (65 over 2,000 shoppers downtown weekly. and older) $9.25, children (5-17) $5.50, family rate (up to 2 adults and dependent children under age 18) $30. 4 • ESCARPMENT BICYCLE TOUR Lend a hand to help create flavorful jams and jellies as Ledgeview Nature Center, W2348 Short Rd, they were made more than 150 years ago. Stagecoach Chilton, 6 a.m.-4:30 p.m. From $12-$50 prerides available all day. registered. Full-service ride with six scenic rural routes from eight to 100 miles. Maps, cue sheets, marked routes, 10 • HORSES & HOGS ~ ALL-AMERICAN sag wagon, breakfast and post-ride meal all included. FORD & HARLEY SHOW Door prizes and discount for pre-registration, family and Open Road Harley-Davidson, 24 S. Rolling group rates. Meadows Dr., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Show off your car or Harley in the show or enjoy the many activities of the 4 • ALICE IN MARSHLAND day. First-of-its-kind show in the U.S. partners Mustang Horicon Marsh Int’l Education Center, N7725 and Harley enthusiasts who will gather together in a day Hwy. 28, Horicon 1-4 p.m. $12/adults and $8/ of appreciation for each other’s hobby.
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10 • INTRO TO GEOCACHING Horicon Marsh Int’l Education Center, N7725 Hwy. 28, Horicon, 10-11:30 a.m. Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunt where a smartphone or GPS unit is used to find hidden containers. Learn how to use a GPS unit to find treasures around the marsh! GPS units will be provided and come dressed for an outdoor adventure! 10 • GET OUTDOORS! GEOCACHING Kettle Moraine State Forest - Mauthe Lake Recreation Picnic Shelter, N1490 Hwy. GGG, Campbellsport 9:30-11:45 a.m. Learn how to use a hand-held GPS device and compass, and how to read a topographic map. Try your new skills as you search for hidden treasures at selected geocache locations. Best for people over eight years old. 10-11 • WIsc. STEAM ENGINE SHOW Calumet County Fairgrounds, 200 W. Chestnut St., Chilton, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 Adults, $1 Children 12-16, free for Children under 12. Farm displays, toy show, flea market, sawmill operation, threshers, feed mills, feed cutters, clover hullers, sawing shingles, food and refreshments. 11 • BASEBALL SUNDAY Wade House Historic Site, W7824 Center St., Greenbush, 1:30 p.m. Site and game: Adults $11, seniors (65 and older) $9.25, children (5-17) $5.50, family rate (up to 2 adults and dependent children under age 18). Cheer on the Greenbush Dead City’s vintage baseball team as they defend their home turf against other regional vintage teams, playing by the rules of 1860. Following the game, younger fans are invited to join team members in a rousing pick-up game. 11 • BREAKFAST AT THE INN Wade House Historic Site, W7824 Center St., Greenbush, 8-11a.m. $35 per person. Help prepare an 1860s breakfast in the Wade House kitchens, working at the open hearth or period cook stove, and savor the hearty meal in the inn’s dining room. Reservations required. 12 • MUSIC UNDER THE STARS – THE GROESCHL BAND Buttermilk Creek Park, 700 S. Park Ave., 7-8:30 p.m. German polka music and old-time favorites. Ach Ya! Raindate: Aug. 13. 14 • BUTTERMILK FESTIVAL – KIDS FROM WISCONSIN Buttermilk Creek Park, 700 S. Park Ave., 6 p.m. Direct from their 10-day run at the State Fair, 33 of Wisconsin’s finest young entertainers take the stage for their 19th annual performance. Included in the troupe of 20 singers/dancers and 13 instrumentalists are youth from Mayville, Kiel, and Sheboygan. Also featuring the FDL Children’s Chorale and FDL Symphonic Band wind. 14 • CRUISE NIGHT Culver’s, W6606 Hwy 23, 5:30-8 p.m. Join us for a mini car show, live music by The Kevin Fayte Rock ‘N’ Roll Trio or a D.J. playing ’50s-’60s music.
Senior Dining Group Cocktails 5:30, dinner 6:30 p.m. The Fond du Lac Senior Dining Group invites all men and women age 55 and older to join them on Tuesday evenings. for more information call Max at 920-2694180 or Mary Jo at 960-2532. ● Aug. 6 at Gino’s, 584 W. Johnson St., Fond du Lac ● Aug. 13 at The Elk’s Club, 33 Sheboygan St., Fond du Lac ● Aug. 20 at Parnell’s, 2932 Fond du Lac Rd., Oshkosh ● Aug. 27 at Blanck’s on the Lake, N8751 Lakeshore Dr. (Hwy. 45), Fond du Lac 14 • DRIVE-IN CRUISE NIGHT Fond du Lac High School, 800 Campus Dr. Gates open at 7 p.m., movie begins at 8 p.m. $15 per car in advance; $20 per car at the gate. Bringing back the drive-in movie! Come out and take a look at the Cruisers! Tickets can be purchased at FDL Recreation Department, A&W Drive-In or KFIZ. 14 • LUNCHTIME LIVE! – HUSH Main Street Plaza, 30 S. Main St., 12-2 p.m. An acoustic/alternative project created by Fond du Lac native Jarren. Free outdoor concert series Wednesdays, through Aug. 28. Downtown restaurants have lunch for purchase available, or bring your own! 15 • NOON ORGAN RECITAL SERIES Church of Our Saviour - Lutheran ELCA, 363 South Main St. 12:15-12:45 p.m. Concert six featuring Marian University faculty member David Hein as organist. 15-18 • WARBIRDS AND CLASSICS OVER THE MIDWEST Fond du Lac Aeromodelers Association, N4841 Hickory Rd., Fond du Lac, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 per car for the whole week. Warbirds and classic remote control aircraft will take to the air. Sunday, August 18, is a “fun fly” featuring many types of remote control aircraft, including acrobatic planes in all shapes and sizes. 16 • TOUR THE TOWN ART WALK Downtown Fond du Lac, 5-8 p.m. Stroll historic downtown Fond du Lac during Tour the Town, held the third Friday of every month from 5-8 p.m. All manner of artists - from painters, to jewelry makers, to mixed media artists, to cheese artisans, and every medium in between - grace our downtown’s venues with their wares for purchase. This event is always free! 16-18 • GRAND RE-OPENING Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac, 75 W. Scott St. All your favorite exhibits are back, along with some new additions and activities!
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17-18 ICE CREAM SOCIAL Galloway House and Village, 336 Old Pioneer Rd., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5/adults, $3/children ages 5-18, FREE/children under 5.The Galloway House and Village comes alive during the annual Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social August 17 and 18. Guests will be met by re-enactors showcasing trades of the past and interactive experiences for people of all ages. Food, drink and ice cream from Kelley Country Creamery are available for purchase. 18 • RACE THE LAKE Lakeside Park, 555 N. Park Ave., 5:45 a.m. start time. The course will stage the dramatic start at 52 W. Scott Street in Fond du Lac. The journey begins by heading north hugging the west side of Lake Winnebago and traveling through Oshkosh, Neenah, Menasha, Appleton and to the half-way point at High Cliff State Park. Riders then take the east shoreline through Calumetville, Marytown, and St. Peter, finishing at Lakeside Park (158 E. Harbor Drive) in Fond du Lac. 19 • MUSIC UNDER THE STARS – WHISKEY RIVER BAND. Buttermilk Creek Park, 700 S. Park Ave., 7-8:30 p.m. Whiskey River Band serves up an evening of foot-stompin’ country music, old and new. Raindate: Aug. 20 21 • BUTTERMILK FESTIVAL – SYMPHONIC BAND “NIGHT IN OLD VIENNA” CONCERT Buttermilk Creek Park, 700 S. Park Ave., 6 p.m. The Band’s 34th annual Night In Old Vienna features Strauss waltzes, a Von Suppe overture, and familiar European folk songs, polkas and marches. Bier garten and delicious brats, burgers and desserts available at 6 p.m. 21 • LUNCHTIME LIVE! – PATCHOULI Main Street Plaza, 30 S. Main St., 12-2 p.m. Nationally-touring, award-winning duo that plays “new American folk.” Their sound has been described as the harmonies of Simon & Garfunkel meet the guitar brilliance of the Gypsy Kings. Free outdoor concert series Wednesdays through August 28. Downtown restaurants have lunch for purchase available, or bring your own! 22 • NOON ORGAN RECITAL SERIES Hope Lutheran Church, 260 Vincent St., 12:1512:45 p.m. Concert seven featuring Hope Lutheran Church’s director of music, Ken Hill. 24 • EMPIRE THRESHEREE John Wettstein Farm, W2132 County Hwy. B, Eden, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Colorful working machines that showcase activities from yesteryear. Threshing, corn cutting, silo filling, baling, chopping and plowing with vintage and horse-drawn equipment. Kiddie tractor pull. Food, refreshments, ice cream stand. 24 • GET OUTDOORS! PLAY DAY Kettle Moraine State Forest - Mauthe Lake Recreation Area - South Beach, N1490 Hwy GGG Campbellsport, 1-4 p.m. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of nature and outdoor fun! Try your hand at tracking animals, honing your fishing skills, taking the eco-explorer challenge, matching young critters with their parents, and creating original nature art.
24 • SUMMER SATURDAY EVENING – WHOOPERS AND SANDHILLS: WISCONSIN’S CRANES Henry S. Reuss Ice Age Visitor Center, N2875 State Hwy 67, Campbellsport, 7-8:30 p.m. Whooping and Sandhill cranes both call Wisconsin home. The whooping crane is one the most endangered cranes in the world while Sandhills are the most abundant. Learn about their fascinating life histories and specific habitat requirements, and how people can help them to survive. This program is most appropriate for people over the age of 8 year old. Presented by the International Crane Foundation. Sponsored by Friends of the Kettle Moraine. 25 • ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR Wade House Historic Site, W7824 Center St., Greenbush, 9-5 p.m. $3.50. Annual event with more than 80 artists and craftspeople from across the Midwest display and sell their wares at what has become one of the most popular fairs of its kind in eastern Wisconsin. 25 • SUMMER SOCIAL Malone Area Heritage Museum, W8791 County Rd. W, Malone, noon-6 p.m. Antique boats, fishing equipment including an extensive sturgeon fishing display, and the Fond du Lac County hovercraft. The museum’s open house will also feature children’s activities, rides, games and prizes. Food, beverages, raffles. 25 • 4-H OPEN HORSE SHOW Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds, 17th & Martin Ave, 8-4 p.m. Open show sponsored by the Fond du Lac County 4-H Horse & Pony project. 25 • GET OUTDOORS! FAMILY PLAY DAY Kettle Moraine State Forest - Long Lake Recreation Area South Beach, N3450 Division Rd., Campbellsport, 1-4 p.m. Try your hand at tracking animals, honing your fishing skills, taking the eco-explorer challenge, matching young critters with their parents, and creating original nature art. 25 • FUN DAY ON THE FARM Villa Loretto Cristo Rey Ranch, N8114 Hwy. WW, Mt. Calvary, 10:30 a.m. Polka mass followed by an afternoon full of fun and many great food items that are for sale. Game tent, clowns, and face painting, petting zoo, and pony rides. Bakery items are for sale all day. Bring your family to Villa Loretto for a fun day on the farm!
30 • STEP INTO THE NIGHT HIKE – ZILLMER TRAILS AREA Kettle Moraine State Forest - Northern Unit - Zillmer Trails Area, N1765 Hwy. G, Campbellsport, 8-9:30 p.m. As the sun sets and the light fades from the sky, the day animals retire and a new group of animals awakens. We will explore the world of the crepuscular (active at dusk and dawn) and nocturnal (active at night) animals. Bring your bug spray and sense of adventure as we explore the darkness for nocturnal insects. This night hike is best for families/groups with children at least 5 years old. 30-Sept. 1 • WISCONSIN STREET ROD SHOW & CORN ROAST Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds, 17th & Martin Ave. Adults $5, seniors $4, children under 12 free. Participant entry $10 Saturday and $15 Sunday. See over 600 street rods, trucks and bikes, watch a parade, enjoy a corn roast, live music, purchase car parts, and shop for souvenirs. Friday Night Kick-Off Dance with Mozart’s Cadillac. Saturday Night Sock Hop featuring The Ricochette’s. Saturday Afternoon music by Benign Addiction. Friday Night Fish Fry by Guidos. Petting zoo, kids games, ladies bingo, driving poker run, model car contest, hot wheel junior drag racing, pony & Clydesdale
wagon rides and much more! Donations are being accepted for Whisper Hill Clydesdale Special Needs. 31 • SUMMER SATURDAY EVENING – SUMMER STAR-GAZING Henry S. Reuss Ice Age Visitor Center, N2875 State Hwy. 67, Campbellsport, 7-8:30 p.m. Look through a telescope or binoculars to bring into focus the wonders of the night sky. Spy distant planets, dumbbell nebulas, globular clusters and so much more with the help of experienced night sky observers. Program will be held only if the skies are clear and is best for ages 8 and older. Presented by Northern Cross Science Foundation, sponsored by Friends of the Kettle Moraine. 31 • SUMMER SATURDAY EVENING – MILWAUKEE UKULELE CLUB Kettle Moraine State Forest - Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Picnic Shelter, N1490 Hwy GGG, Campbellsport, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join Lil’ Rev and the other members of the Milwaukee Ukulele Club for a great evening of music and merriment. This is an outdoor concert, so bring your blankets and lawn chairs. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held at the Ice Age Visitors Center. Sponsored by Friends of the Kettle Moraine.
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Choir from Muenster Germany to perform at Church of Peace Fri., August 23, 7 p.m., Church of Peace, UCC, 158 South Military Rd., Fond du Lac A choir of 26 young people ranging in age from 16-26, will perform 10 concerts in Wisconsin including Fond du Lac’s Church of Peace. They will sing at Our Saviour’s UCC in Ripon on Saturday night, Aug. 24; and at Our Saviour’s UCC Sunday morning worship at 9 a.m.
The choir, sponsored by the Evangelical Church of Muenster, Germany, sings in both English and German. Their music varies from Bach and Mozart to pop and spirituals to “Let There be Peace on Earth.” The concert is open to the public, with a free-will offering being taken.
28 • CRUISE NIGHT Culver’s, W6606 Hwy. 23, 5:30-8 p.m. Join us for a mini car show, live music by The Kevin Fayte Rock ‘N’ Roll Trio or a D.J. playing ’50s-’60s music. 28 • LUNCHTIME LIVE! – Vince Chiarelli Combo Main Street Plaza, 30 S. Main St., 12-2 p.m. Continuing the legacy from his grandfather’s Vince Chiarelli Combo originating in the 1950s. Italian and authentic Sicilian music. Vince’s pure smooth voice also croons to Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin favorites. Free outdoor concert. Downtown restaurants have lunch for purchase available, or bring your own! 29 • NOON ORGAN RECITAL SERIES Church of Our Saviour - Lutheran ELCA, 363 South Main St. Fond du Lac, 12:15-12:45 p.m. Final concert of the series featuring organist Arpad Muranyi, owner of the former St. Patrick’s Church.
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Satisfy your palate while traveling Valerie and Wayne Graczyk
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My scrapbook has photos that instantly remind me of a great evening with new friends and delicious foods. To view some of my favorite photos, go to somedaytravel.com and click under “Favorite Foods”
hen one travels to another country they also get to enjoy the delightful experience of tasting new foods and flavors, seeing unique presentation of foods and learning about the traditional dishes. As a person who truly enjoys eating a variety of foods, the pleasures of trying new entrees is part of the joy of traveling for me. We have had many evening meals with fellow travelers seeking out the right restaurant, talking, laughing and discovering the foods of each particular city.
Cheltenham
On a recent trip to England we were staying at the Queen’s Hotel. We had just arrived and were a bit jet-lagged, but hungry. A group of us decided to have a late afternoon meal together. My entrée included quails eggs, with artichoke. It was delicious and the presentation, lovely. Another in our group chose the traditional English entrée of “Fish and Chips,” which is served in virtually every pub and restaurant in England, while another chose a chicken pot pie, also a common dish.
Edinburgh
It was a typical Scottish pub on a damp, rainy night. I asked the waitress for her recommendation for our dinner entrée. We quickly learned that their national dish is Haggis, a large spherical sausage made up of the liver, heart and lungs of sheep, chopped and mixed with beef or mutton suet and oatmeal and was seasoned with onion and spices. This mixture is packed into a sheep’s stomach and then boiled. It is served with turnips and mashed potatoes and Scotch whisky is the drink served with the meal. I don’t usually drink alcohol, but that evening I did, albeit just a sip. I am glad I tried haggis but can truthfully say it was not a favorite.
Mexico City
While on an art and history tour we had a couple named Mary and Joseph along. It was Joseph’s birthday and I asked our guide to purchase a cake to surprise him. Our guide was pleased with the request and told me that the cake would be in the refrigerator when we needed it, which I thought was odd. Later that evening we all gathered and sang “Happy Birthday” to Joseph and were served a never-tobe-forgotten tres leches cake. It was out of this world! Its name is derived from the three milks — condensed milk, evaporated milk, heavy cream — used in making it. The cake is extremely dense and moist, almost like custard. It was so sweet and absolutely delicious.
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Valerie enjoyed a pork chop meal with carrots and crisp apple on top during a recent trip.
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We had just toured Carrara, Italy, the quarry town where Michelangelo cut his marble. We had lunch in Colonnata, a beautiful town in the Apuan Mountains. It was a major mining town and the miners needed food for their lunches, something that would not spoil. Lardo was what they ate. While at that time is was considered a poor man’s food, today it is a delicacy and used as an appetizer. It is very mild, has a creamy flavor and while it is rich, it is not greasy. It is served in thin shavings or spread on bread or mixed
into salads. Lardo is a unique cured pork product made from the thick layer of fat directly below the skin of a pig and the fat is carefully removed and cured in marble vats in a salt and spice brine, then aged for nine months. We were fortunate that while there, an elderly lady invited us into her home to view the marble vats of brine she was preparing for the aging process.
Greece
Hands down, this was our absolute favorite trip, and favorite food! In fact, it was so great we are returning in April 2014 to retrace the sites and islands we visited in 2011. The foods in Greece were outstanding! We virtually ate our way through Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Corinth, and the islands of Mykonos, Ephesus, Patmos, Crete and Santorini. I’ll begin with dolmades, grape leaves stuffed with minced lamb and rice, said to have been served first on the Mountain of the Gods. I include Lamb Souvlakiis, a lamb shoulder marinated with grated onion, garlic, olive oil, mustard, fresh thyme, sweet paprika, black pepper, lemon zest parsley and fresh thyme, all served with homemade pita bread. As one traveler said, she was in “meat” heaven. Then there was Spanakopita, which is a Greek spinach pie, an authentic rich pie stuffed with spinach, onions, cheeses and herbs that are enfolded by crisp, flaky phyllo dough. Moussaka is the national dish of Greece. It is a delicious three layered, oven-baked casserole of eggplant, ground beef, onions, tomatoes, spices and béchamel sauce. Not everyone loves to eat the fine delicacies of another country, preferring to eat simply. Wayne is not an adventurous eater. He enjoys simple foods like hamburger, spaghetti and french fries. He takes some ribbing about his refusal to eat what everyone else considers one of the reasons we came here — the foods of the country. No matter what suits your palate or taste buds, you will also find simpler foods in most countries we have visited. In fact, you can even enjoy a McDonald’s overseas if you desire.
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Lifestyle
Area volunteer opportunities Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
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he The ADVOCAP RSVP program matches adults age 55 and over with organizations in Fond du Lac County that need support, experience, and talents of senior volunteers. Remember, through RSVP you may be able to receive mileage reimbursements.
Senior Dining Program
Fond du Lac Senior Dining Program volunteers may choose to serve in three different areas; dining room, kitchen and registration desk. Kitchen volunteers prepare and monitor table service and dishing out food. Dining
room volunteers set tables as well as clear and clean tables. Registration desk volunteers greet meal site participants, explain the registration process, take money donations and complete paperwork. Volunteers are needed at all eight sites throughout Fond du Lac County and serve Monday through Friday 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Volunteers may choose to volunteer one day a week, two times a month, or any amount of time they wish. The Fond du Lac County Senior Dining Program serves people 60 years of age or older or married to someone 60 years of
To sign-up or find out more information about volunteering, contact Bridget Bestor, ADVOCAP volunteer development specialist at 922-7760 or bridgetb@advocap.org
age or older in Fond du Lac County that are in need of a hot, nutritious meal.
Volunteer Information Exchange
Wednesday, Aug. 28, 9-9:45 a.m. at ADVOCAP, 19 W. First St., Fond du Lac. Join us for an informal meeting for potential
volunteers to find out more about the RSVP volunteer opportunities and current RSVP volunteers to share volunteer experiences and exchange information. Special brown-eyed Susan cupcake treats from Bob & Bonnie’s will be served. Please call Bridget Bestor at 922-7760 with your intent to participate.
2013 Transportation Services
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Walk-on vans 60+ years of age
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It’s baseball season! Who’s on first? By Karyl Richson, Social Security public affairs specialist
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ho’s on first? You are, with Social Security. What’s on second? Our heavy-hitting team of top-rated online services, that’s what! You can use my Social Security to set up an account and get access to your Social Security Statement to see estimates of your future benefits. If you know your bases are loaded and you are ready to retire, you can hit the ball out of the park with our online retirement application. You’ll find it all at www. socialsecurity.gov. And third base? I don’t know. It’s hard to know when the right time to retire may be. Or, whether retirement planning will even be your first play with Social Security, given that we also pitch disability and survivors benefits. The future may be as unpredictable as a World Series winner on opening day. But what we do know is that our online tools and services can help you plan for whatever your Social Security needs may be throughout your lifetime. The tried and true “Who’s On First” comedy routine made famous by Abbott and Costello is as American as baseball, apple pie, and Social Security. Baseball is an annual rite of summer and a game known for its numbers. Cal Ripken’s record 2,632 consecutive games played. Joe DiMaggio’s 56-game hitting streak. These and countless other baseball statistics tell stories greater than the numbers themselves. Mention any one of these to a baseball fan and you’re sure to call to mind memories and stories. Social Security’s numbers tell stories too. The first lump sum Social Security payment of 17 cents was made to Ernest Ackerman in 1937. The first monthly Social Security check of $22.54 went to Ida May Fuller in January of 1940. This year, about 58 million Americans will
receive $821 billion in Social Security benefits. The average monthly benefit for a retired worker in 2013 is $1,262. An estimated 161 million workers are covered under Social Security — that’s 94 percent of the workforce. Of those, 51 percent of workers have no private pension coverage and 34 percent have no savings set aside specifically for retirement. These and other numbers make it easy to appreciate the value of Social Security. Nine out of 10 Americans age 65 and older receive Social Security benefits. And among the unmarried, 46 percent rely on Social Security benefits for 90 percent or more of their income. Retirement benefits are just one of the many benefits Social Security provides. Disabled workers and their dependents account for 19 percent of the total benefits paid, while survivors benefits account for 11 percent. One in four of today’s 20-year olds will become disabled before reaching age 67, and the majority of these workers have no longterm disability insurance besides their Social Security coverage. About one in eight of today’s 20-year olds will die before reaching age 67. The dependent
families of these deceased workers are often eligible for survivors benefits. Who’s on first is you. What’s on second is our suite of useful tools and information on all of our benefits, which you can find at www. socialsecurity.gov. And third? We may not know, but in baseball and life, statistics can tell us the odds. Knowing these numbers and visiting Social Security’s website for a little retirement and financial planning can help you know when to swing away at retirement.
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Elder financial abuse By Julie hilbert, Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources (GWAAR) Legal Services Team
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enior citizens are extremely vulnerable to financial scams, fraud and abuse. Some have large nest eggs and most are exposed to confusing and seemingly “too good to be true” investment scams. There are several ways advocates can help protect elderly clients and also easy ways all investors can help protect themselves. Unfortunately, approximately 55 percent of elder financial fraud is perpetrated by close friends, neighbors, or family members, usually granted with Power of Attorney (POA) for Finance or other decision-making authority. Some possible warning signs that a POA for Finance is abusing his or her position include sudden unpaid bills, eviction notices or notices to discontinue utilities, unexplainable bank withdrawals or account transfers, the care of the elder is not commensurate with the
Anyone suspecting they are the victim of securities fraud or financial abuse should contact the police. For more information about investment fraud, call the SEC at 800-732-0330, FINRA at 800-289-999, and/or the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions at 800-47-CHECK.
size of his/her estate, belongings or property are missing, suspicious signatures appear on documents, and the elder is unaware of or does not understand financial arrangements that have been made for him or her. Seniors can protect themselves from financial abuse by creating multiple levels of review with regard to their finances. If they have a POA for Finance, it would be prudent to also have another trusted, but independent, friend, family member, or community advocate review the elder’s financial records. Additionally, elderly investors should be aware of scams that target them through high-pressure cold calls, door-to-door pitches, or other aggressive advertising strategies. The best thing any investor can do is research both the investment and the person holding themselves out to be an investment
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professional. A great resource for all things safe and smart investing is saveandinvest.org. This website has information on common scams and frauds — and tips on how to spot and avoid them. In addition, investors can learn general tips on a variety of topics from how to keep your identity safe to how to properly save for a comfortable retirement. The majority of POAs and financial professionals are ethical and honest. However, it is always important for senior citizens and their community advocates to be diligent in the prevention of financial abuse. This is done through awareness of what is going on with their financial accounts, prudent research into potential financial advisors and investments, education about the types of scams that target seniors and red flags. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!
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Senior Dining Menu THURSDAY, AUGUST 1
Smoked Sausage Red Skin Potatoes Sauerkraut Birthday Cake Watermelon Slice Dinner Roll
FRIDAY, AUGUST 2
Roast Beef Mixed Vegetables Peach Slices Cookie Sliced Bread
MONDAY, AUGUST 5
Pork Jaegerschnitzel Mashed Potatoes Tossed Salad Winter-Blend Vegetables Apple Pie Sliced Bread
TUESDAY, AUGUST 6
Chicken Teriyaki Baked Potato Summer-Blend Vegetables Pear Slices Fudge Brownie Dinner Roll
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7
Liver and Onions Au Gratin Potatoes Corn Butterscotch Pudding Fruit Cocktail Sliced Bread
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8
Salisbury Steak Mashed Potatoes Baby Carrots Fruited Gelatin Frosted Cake Dinner Roll
FRIDAY, AUGUST 9
Chicken, Broccoli & Rice Casserole Green Beans Alexander Torte Petite Banana Sliced Bread
MONDAY, AUGUST 12
Swedish Meatballs Mashed Potatoes Spinach Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette Pineapple Tidbits Cookie Sliced Bread
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 13
Baked Chicken American Potato Salad Peas and Carrots Peach Frozen Yogurt Watermelon Slice Dinner Roll
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14
Mushroom Pork Cutlet Mashed Potatoes Red Cabbage Applesauce Cinnamon Roll Sliced Bread
THURSDAY, AUGUST 15
THURSDAY, AUGUST 22
Beef Frank on a Bun German Potato Salad Corn Mandarin Orange Gelatin Frosted Cake
FRIDAY, AUGUST 23
Chopped Steak in Burgundy Mushroom Sauce Mashed Potatoes Summer-Blend Vegetables Butterfinger Torte Seedless Grapes Sliced Bread
MONDAY, AUGUST 26
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Pepper Steak Red Skin Potatoes Chinese Ramen Cabbage Salad Key Lime Pie Pear Slices Dinner Roll
BBQ Pork Cutlet Red Skin Potatoes Carrots Applesauce Cookie Sliced Bread
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16
TUESDAY, AUGUST 27,
All persons 60 years or older, or married to someone 60 years of age or older are eligible for the Fond du Lac County Elderly Nutrition Program. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination on the grounds of: race, color, creed, sex, national origin, or their ability to pay.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28
Each meal contains 1/3 of the current Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) established by the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academy of Sciences: ● Meat or alternative – 3 oz. cooked ● Vegetable and fruit – 2 half cups ● Bread or alternative – 1 serving ● Butter/fortified margarine – 1 teaspoon ● Dessert – half cup ● Milk – half pint.
Chef Salad with Spinach, Vegetables, Cheese, Ham, Sunflower Kernels Salad Dressing Cantaloupe Slice Cookie Sliced Bread
Meatloaf Cheesy Potato Bake California-Blend Vegetables Ambrosia Dessert Honeydew Melon Dinner Roll
MONDAY, AUGUST 19
Baked Chicken Twice-Baked-Style Potato Three-Bean Salad Peach Slices Fudge Brownie Sliced Bread
TUESDAY, AUGUST 20
Hawaiian Meatballs Baked Potato Peas/Pearl Onions Creamsicle Torte Fruit Cocktail Dinner Roll
Roast Turkey Mashed Potatoes California-Blend Vegetables Cranberry Gelatin Vanilla Pudding Sliced Bread Baked Spaghetti (includes veg.) Italian Blend Vegetables Applesauce Cake Plum Halves French Bread
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21
Orange Glazed Chicken Breast Baked Potato Copper Penny Salad Pineapple Tidbits Tapioca Pudding Sliced Bread
THURSDAY, AUGUST 29
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30
Country-Fried Steak Mashed Potatoes Tossed Salad Apricot Halves Cookie Sliced Bread
Menus are subject to change 2% milk, and margarine served Fond du Lac County Senior Services Department – 929-3937
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● Senior Center, 301 E. Main St. – noon
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Those attending are required to preregister at least one day in advance by 1 p.m., either by signing up at a meal site or by calling: ● Fond du Lac Courthouse — 929-3937 ● Waupun Senior Center — 324-7930.
donations
There is a suggested donation of $3 for those 60 years of age or older or married to someone 60+. Mobile Meals suggested donation of $3.50.
CanCellations
If you must cancel due to illness or an emergency, please call the Department of Senior Service at 929-3937 before 1 p.m. the business day prior to the cancelled meal.
Volunteers
Volunteers are needed for the Senior Dining Program of the Fond du Lac County Dept. of Senior Services. Call 929-3114 for more information.
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Home & Garden
Beautification Award nominations due
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he Natural Beauty Council is now accepting nominations for Beautification Awards, Aug. 7 deadline. Nominations are being accepted for the Fond du Lac Beautification Awards. The program recognizes outstanding efforts by businesses, institutions, and farms that contribute to beautification through landscaping and property improvements. Historic homes or structures 90 years and older are also recognized. Area 4-H clubs can also receive
awards for their efforts through exceptional or unusual planting of flowers and shrubs along various roadsides. Nominations will be accepted until Wednesday, Aug. 7. To submit a nomination, call the University of Wisconsin Extension Office at 9293173 or send a written nomination to Beautification Awards, UWExtension, 227 Admin./Extension Bldg., 400 University Drive, Fond du Lac, WI 54935. Please include an address and phone number of the nomination.
Members of the Natural Beauty Council will tour the county on Thursday, Aug. 15, to view nominated sites. Council members include Chairperson Alice Schmitz, Marianne Geiger, Mary Jean Nicholson, Gerda Strupp, and Paul Levandowski. The awards will be presented at a fall session of the Fond du Lac County Board of Supervisors. Winners will receive a Fond du Lac County Natural Beautification Awards plaque. Winning 4 H Clubs will receive a gift certificate.
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Hilda (Abler) Shepro, celebrated her 105th birthday on June 23 at the St. Francis Home where she resides. Family and friends shared cake and fond memories. They sang “Happy Birthday” and Frank Sinatra’s “Young At Heart” to the lyrics “If I should survive to be 105!” Hilda is wearing a corsage given to her at the recent St. Francis Home Senior Prom. She is originally from Mount Calvary. SUBMITTED
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