You Magazine - January 2014

The Man Issue

Top 10 gifts for

YOU

your guy

january 15, 2014

Green Bay’s

magazine Relationship Roadmap:

Tips for happy couples

Most Eligible Bachelors

Julie

Van Straten

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january 2014 contents

your style

4 Top 10: Gifts for Your Guy

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Dressing the Men: Winter Style for the Men We Love

your life

6

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YOU Spotlight: Julie Van Straten dares girls in Brown County to dream big

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Green Bay’s Most Eligible Bachelors: Some of the Area’s Smartest, Most Successful Single Men

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Healthy Relationship Roadmap

in every issue page

10 page

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26 YOU Picks: A Sampling of Our Favorite Things From Local Merchants 29

Heard on the Street: Good News About Amazing Things Happening in Our Community

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New Year, New YOU As you page through this first issue of YOU Magazine in 2014, you may notice things look a little different (in a good way, we hope). YOU celebrates its tenth anniversary this year and what better way to honor this milestone and kick off the new year than with a little makeover?

While we’ve updated the look and feel of the physical pages, we all know that true makeovers take place below the surface. YOU Magazine has always celebrated gutsy women making a difference in our community (check out this month’s Spotlight with Women’s Fund Advisory Board President Julie Van Straten on page 6 for a perfect example). Our goal this year is to share the inspiring stories of local women that extend beyond the pages of the magazine by providing ways for you, the reader, to get involved. Whether that’s through live events or social media interaction, we hope you are as excited to embark on this journey as we are.

In the spirit of meaningful makeovers, I’m taking a slightly different approach with my New Year’s resolutions. Rather than focus on eliminating the negatives in my life, I want to concentrate on growing the positives – just like we are doing here at YOU. Here are a few ways I hope to grow positively this year: • Allow joy to affect me profoundly by dwelling on positive experiences instead of negative ones.

• Give more compliments.

• Acknowledge the difference between happiness and contentment. Practice sustaining the latter.

• Celebrate genuine effort at work and home as its own success.

• Cultivate kindness towards others and myself by speaking gently and acting consciously.

you magazine staff

Publisher Scott Johnson Executive Editor amelia compton wolff Advertising Director John Rowe Graphic Artist KRIsty gnadt Circulation Manager Dave Sielski Contributing Writers Amelia Compton Wolff, Kirsty Gungor, Meghan Diemel Photography Mike Peters, Evan Siegle, Kirsty gungor, Press-Gazette Photography Staff

YOU Magazine is an advertorial magazine published monthly by Gannett Wisconsin Media.

Contents of the magazine are owned by Gannett Wisconsin. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior consent of Gannett Wisconsin. MAIL: YOU Magazine, P.O. Box 23430, Green Bay, WI 54305-3430. email: youmagazine@pressgazettemedia.com. For content information, call 920.431.8213. for advertising information, contact Lori O’Connor at 920.431.8232.

How will you grow the positives in your life this year?

Here’s to a year filled with growth, giving and gratitude,

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and Amelia Compton Wolff Editor, Green Bay YOU Magazine

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your style

top 10

1 A book based in his home state

A headset to improve his gaming experience

3 2

His new favorite sweater

Gifts for Your Guy

By Amelia Compton Wolff

4 An indulgent grooming product suite

5

More vinyl to add to his collection

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He’s a pizza-and-

6 A segway tour around Lambeau Stadium

7 A tour of his most beloved brewery

Xbox kind of dude. You’re a green-tea-latte-and-Kindle kind of girl. Here are 10 Valentine’s Day gift ideas to honor the man in your life who you might not understand, but love anyway.

8 A hat to wear while exploring

9 A board game based on his favorite TV show

10 A helper for his high-tech hunt

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you spotlight

Where the Girls Are Story by amelia compton wolff Photos by Mike Peters

The Women’s Fund President Julie Van Straten dares girls in Brown County to dream big

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“Do we need to be bolder?”

The question kept nagging The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay President Julie Van Straten, a woman no one would ever describe as a shrinking violet. (If you attended the organization’s largest annual fundraising event, Power of the Purse last September, she was the one in the electric blue dress leading the parade of cheering volunteers into the Radisson’s conference room filled with nearly 1,000 community supporters.)

The Women’s Fund, a fund of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, was founded in 1995 and supports community programs that meet its mission of empowering women and inspiring girls while promoting leadership and building self-esteem.

“Within its first nine years, The Women’s Fund has granted out approximately $239,000,”says Van Straten, who is in her third year as advisory board president. “That’s great, but we as a group have done a lot of strategic planning and thinking – is this good enough for us? Is this really going to improve the lives of girls and women in our community or do we have to do something more?”

The need for big action was evident in the research conducted by The Women’s Fund Impacts Grants team who listened to local experts, studied data and interviewed more than 100 community members about the current needs of women and girls in Brown County.

What Van Straten and her team discovered is that young girls between the ages of 9 and 15 are at a critical point in their lives. A promising 8-year-old girl can be become withdrawn, selfconscious and disengaged by age 11 as her selfesteem becomes tied to body image. If she lacks female mentors, it just gets worse.

“There’s no reason why it has to be that way for any girl particularly when there are people around who care and can help,” Van Straten says. “It’s our goal to build the infrastructure for a program that can be sustainable, that we can grow and evolve to make a difference in these girls’ lives.”

This is where that boldness comes in.

This year, The Women’s Fund is embarking on a $1 million “Imagine the Future” campaign with $500,000 going towards the fund’s endowment and the other half focusing on a collaborative community strategy that empowers girls to dream “what can be” in their lives, identify goals and develop realistic pathways to get there. Girls will be paired with mentors to help work through obstacles and stay on track.

“This has always been my personal passion. It feels right and I’m really enthused about it,” Van Straten says. “We are going to make this a game changer.”

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you spotlight

How Julie Recharges a.m. yoga class “Unless I do it early in the a.m.

I don’t do it once the day gets started. It’s really nice to take those hours for myself.”

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volunteering regularly “The single most important thing I’ve done in the last decade, besides being a mother, is getting involved in the community. I’ve met so many people that have made my life that much richer.”

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quality time with family “If there is one thing I am most passionate about in this world it’s family. I have three awesome kids (Theodore, 7th grade; Sam, 6th grade; Ava, 5th grade). They are becoming their own people and it’s so fun to watch.”

<<< spotlight continued from page 7 Even though this campaign is directed toward girls, Van Straten says male supporters will play a crucial role in its success.

“It’s our belief that the community, both men and women, are The Women’s Fund,” Van Straten says. “It’s a community wide endeavor that has both men and women supporting it and both men and women are impacted directly and indirectly by it.”

The leading man and supporter in Van Straten’s life is her husband of nearly 15 years, Randy, who works for Bellin Health Systems. The couple met when they were set up on a blind date by a mutual friend.

Van Straten attributes her own career success as General Counsel of UnitedHealthOne, UnitedHealthcare’s Individual Line of Business, in part to the backing of her husband.

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most eligible bachelors story By Amelia Compton Wolff Photos by Evan Siegle, Press-Gazette Media Special thanks to August Haven in Green Bay for providing furniture

A new year brings promises of new adventures, opportunities and, if you’re single, love. This group of eligible bachelors was selected from a pool of reader nominations which included some of the area’s smartest, most successful single men.

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your life

Aaron Kempen Age: 29 Occupation:

Wealth Management

Lives in: De Pere Greatest achievement:

Graduating Magna Cum Laude from UW-Milwaukee with degrees in Finance and Economics.

What qualities do you look for in someone you date?

Laughter is the spice of life, so a good sense of humor is a must. I also look for a motivated, independent and outgoing woman who can hold her own with my friends.

Most annoying habit:

Apparently, I Snapchat too muchâ&#x20AC;Ś Tweet Aaron @apkempen84 or follow him on Instagram @Burtonsbs5114

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Get to know the guys in print then meet them in person. Join us at The Libertine craft cocktail bar (209 N. Washington St., Green Bay) on Thursday, January 23 at 5:30 pm to mingle with our most eligible men!

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your life

Brian

Lee Danzinger Occupation:

Assistant Vice President of E-Commerce for Bank Mutual; Instructor at UWGB, Silver Lake College and Concordia; Lieutenant for the US Coast Guard; Alderman for Green Bay City Council; Group Fitness Instructor for the YMCA; Performer for Comedy City; Magician, Small Business owner, etc.

Lives in: Green Bayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s west side Dating deal breaker:

Rude and close-minded people.

Causes close to your heart: I am a strong supporter of our area food pantries and try to host at least one food raising event each month. I also believe strongly in supporting educational initiatives in the area and serve on the boards for Junior Achievement and Live54218.

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Drew Basten Age: 27 Occupation:

Manager of a Retail Paint Store

Lives in: Green Bay Dating deal breaker:

Someone who doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want children. I want a family someday.

What can a woman do on a date that will guarantee you call her for a second?

Laugh at my jokes. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m funny, just not that funny.

Ideal date activity: Something fun, new or adventurous. I went shooting guns one time on a date. It was a little scary, but a blast.

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your life

Tony Oczus Age: 25 Occupation:

Master bartender, Owner of The Libertine craft cocktail bar

Lives in: Green Bay Weirdest date experience:

I met her parents (her surprise plans, not mine) for the first date.

I think I ended up talking to her dad about cars the entire time. He got a phone call; she didn’t.

Causes close to your heart:

Ever since I became a father, I try to support the Children’s Museum.

I think it’s fantastic we have one in Green Bay and it’s a very cool thing to see my son’s eyes light up when he is there.

Preferred method of ending a relationship: Interpretative dance.

No but seriously, in person.

Don’t be a wuss.

Follow Tony on Instagram or tweet him @toczus

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Brian Johnson Age: 37 Occupation:

Program Manager, Current Young Professionals Network

Lives in: Green Bay Your type:

Smart, passionate and motivated. Being smart and geeky is hot.

Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t live without:

I love the outdoors and spending time with nature. I need the trees to help me think, the trickle of a stream to find peace and the trails to set my sight on the future.

Go-to conversation starters:

I have an uncanny knack for being able to talk about most anything, primarily because Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a curious person and love to learn.

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your life

Troy Harrill Age: 40 Occupation:

Manufactured home sales & model with Forte Modeling & Talent

Lives in:

Green Bay

Biggest influence: My grandfather

Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t live without: Working out

Ideal date:

A woman who is close to my age who enjoys having fun with lots of laughter.

What can a woman do on a date that will guarantee you call her for a second?

Have a great appearance, smile with confidence and has a balance between talking and listening.

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Lives in:

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Can’t live without:

Being a dad, wouldn’t know what I would do without my three kids.

Ideal date activity:

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What makes a good relationship?

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Scott Venci Age: 35 Occupation:

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Lives in: Green Bay What qualities do you look for in someone you date?

You can never go wrong being kind, considerate and loyal to the person you are with.

Go-to conversation starters:

I always like to hear what her dreams are, what she wants to accomplish and what she already has achieved.

What makes a good relationship?

Finding somebody you love to be bored with. If you are happy just being with the other person on those really boring days, it makes the mediocre ones so much better.

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Nick long Age: 34 Occupation: Certified Public Accountant at Sanimax

Lives in: West De Pere Describe your type:

Humble, grounded and active.

What can a date do that will guarantee she will never hear from you again?

Spend a significant time on her phone.

Greatest achievement:

My greatest achievement will always be the people I associate myself with. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m extremely proud of my friends. They are genuine, loyal and kind. It brings me great joy to see them now becoming excellent parents.

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your style

Dressing the Men Winter Style for the Guys We Love story and photos By Kirsty Gungor of loveliesinmylife.com

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Denim & Chinos We often have much to say about what our men are wearing, or at the very least have a few thoughts on the subject. The men themselves, well, they’re not as concerned with their wardrobes and, for the most part, seem quite content to leave such decision making in our very capable hands.

We show them what looks good (cue J. Crew catalog) and perhaps even fill their closets with what we want to see them in and, in my experience, they go along with it.

Now I am sure that not every man falls into this stereotypical box, the very same one from which they emerge wrinkled and shapeless, brown paired horrifying with black. But I venture to guess that your man could use just a little help from time to time.

I’ve found four local men with inherently great style and one just so happens to be my handsome husband (whose style is arguably the result of years worth of gentle prodding). Here are a few tips for keeping your men both comfortable and stylish this winter in interchangeable layers that will work with everything.

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This look begins with a long sleeve henley layered under a slim fit button down, perfect for work now and easy to take back to casual later. Faded chinos are classic but still feel relaxed. Make sure your man’s layers can be worn individually as well, meaning, none of those grubby favorites should ever be visible! A denim jacket can actually work really well as a layering option due to its slimmer fit.

And finally, a cozy scarf is a cool addition to any getup.

Snow Day

Keeping warm this season is a primary concern for men and thankfully great looking outerwear is abundant. Down jackets are both hardy and stylish, designed to keep the brutal cold at bay. Just make sure it fits well through the body and sleeve. Here a v-neck sweater is a nice middle layer and looks good pulled over a flannel button down. Sweaters continue to be the ideal go-to layer for the snow lover as they are always a practical choice plus they’re a great piece for trying a trend like a camo or Fair Isle print. Another tip: try introducing color to your guy’s wardrobe in smaller doses if he is weary of it.

A bright pair of sneakers may do the trick!

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your style <<< winter style continued from page 21

Bold Color

A sweater in a deep shade of blue looks incredibly sharp and layers well with a white collared shirt and a pair of jeans.

If the occasion calls for it, a fuss free slim black tie dresses up the look perfectly, creating a simple but stylish silhouette.

Laid Back Distinguished A sport coat creates a chic, put together look almost instantly and looks great here slipped over an easy plaid shirt, creating a cool contrast. A great fitting pair of jeans is essential for every guy because they will look good with absolutely everything in his closet. Raw denim is a cool option as it fades naturally over time, creating a unique pattern of wear.

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your life

roadmap

Healthy Relationship

By Meghan Diemel

As the pressure of too little time and too many outside commitments closes in on couples, what things can each partner do to ensure a healthy relationship?

Societal roles have shifted as people begin to delay the age of marriage, and as women’s options broaden, explains Gina M. Greatens, MS, LMFT at Fox View Behavioral Health in Green Bay. “Roles are more f luid and options are plentiful: whether to marry, to bring children into the union, and what the expectations are for involvement in the paid labor force, household management, and the care and nurturing for young or elderly family members,” she says.

Because gender roles are less sharply defined, there is greater value placed on reciprocity and balance, she adds.

This evolution in relationships has also increased the expectations that spouses have for one another.

“In the last generation especially, we’ve gotten in to this idea that our partner is going to be this perfect person who completes us and fulfills us at all levels and that puts a lot of pressure on a marriage,” notes Susan Dutton, president of Smart Relationships (smartrelationships.org) in Green Bay. “What that brings the relationship into is this whole realm of emotions and needs and most of us are never given tools to navigate that realm. We don’t have a road map for it.”

Point your compass toward positivity “Your partner should associate you with pleasure 20 times more often than with pain,” says Dutton, who referenced the work of John Gottman of The Gottman Institute. “Couples who make it over the long haul have many more times positive interactions than negative. Every time you wound your partner, the brain re24 | www.greenbaypressgazette.com/you | january 2014

cords that and places that in the threat category. And the more of those transactions there are, the harder it is for a person to begin to act or think kindly to their spouse.”

One way to ensure your interactions are positive is to practice effective communication.

“Avoid extreme positions – ‘never’ and ‘always’ are relationship toxins, unless it is something like, ‘I can always count on you, you never let me down,’” says Greatens.

In addition to having accountability for your feelings and behavior, she adds, it’s also important to, “listen, listen, listen.”

“A common problem is one partner venting and wanting to be heard, while the other receives it as a call for help, starts probing, and formulating an action plan,” she furthers. “[It’s] quite a source of frustration for both because both intentions are reasonable – to be heard and to assist. When in doubt, ask, ‘Do you want me to listen, or help problem solve?’”

Caution: conflict curve ahead

Relationship rest stops

Dutton says the second major principle to ensuring a healthy relationship is stop conf lict from going in a bad direction.

This means keeping the conversation constructive, not destructive.

Nurturing is essential to the well-being of a couple. Dutton says a great tip for couples is to learn each other’s love language, at fivelovelanguages.com.

“That’s not the same thing as avoiding conf lict,” she clarifies. “You can’t avoid conf lict; if you do it’s the number one predictor of divorce. Couples who make it in the long run repair things quickly – sometimes even in the moment, instead of stuffing it, brooding on it, and having a big altercation later on.”

Greatens adds, “Be respectful with your words and actions. Apply the golden rule liberally. No matter how intense feelings of anger might be, keep it safe. There is no place for threats, intimidation, or hostility. Trust is a critical component to maintaining genuine intimacy.”

Stay in touch with one another during the day, adds Greatens, and update each other with warm or lighthearted messages of connection. Reserve time and space for shared activities, interests, or just time alone together, she continues. Take time for yourself and take time away as a couple; engage in an activity or hobby together; and touch and show affection regularly, both non-sexual and sexual.

“Every relationship has its own rules; the main thing to say is, does it feel good to both people?” asks Dutton. “Don’t give up until you find that common ground. There’s always another way to meet both people’s needs. Don’t give in or give up.”

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Relationship Refresher

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By Amelia Compton Wolff Want to rekindle some of that early relationship excitement that often wanes when faced with “real life” including babies and bills?

There’s an app for that.

Kahnoodle is a mobile game that lets busy couples shake up their relationship routine.

Currently available on iOS and coming soon to Android, this app makes it easy to have fun with your partner and do more of those

thoughtful things that made you fall in love in the first place.

Rank your love signs so your partner knows what kind of pampering you like, then thank him for his sweet gestures with kudos and love “koupons” which might suggest to do something new, nice or even a little naughty. The more kudos you and your partner give each other, the fuller your

This phone responds to your voice without having to touch it at all

“love tank.” Keep your partner’s love tank full to help him unlock all kinds of rewards for vendors like Best Buy and Amazon, just for improving your relationship.

Kahnoodle also sends suggestions for date night activities based on your partner’s desires and wishes, as well as sends reminders so you never forget to make reservations or pick up f lowers.

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Heard on the Street Good news about amazing things happening in our community

By Amelia Compton Wolff

Winterfest On Broadway •

Celebrate the 10th annual Winterfest On Broadway, one of Green Bay’s favorite winter traditions, on January 25 with winter-themed events throughout the historic Broadway District.

The Ice Carving Competition kicks off at 10:30 a.m. when carvers begin creating their masterpieces. From 4 to 10 p.m. take a lit ice sculpture tour and check out the Broadway businesses.

The always-anticipated “Ice Throne,” a large sculpture carved at the center of the event, is one of the festival’s most photographed attractions.

For the second time, hundreds of Winterfest attendees will gather to watch the dog pull competition as beautiful malamutes compete for the weight pulling crown. The Family Fun Center, open from 11 a.m. -5 p.m., is a great place to warm up and regroup while the kids play away.

Don’t miss snow bowling, one of winter’s hottest (and coldest) games or check out all the activities on a cozy hayride. Rides begin at 11 a.m. As daylight wanes, make sure to participate in the first-ever Winterfest Luminaire Release where hundreds of luminaries will be released into the night sky at 5:15 p.m.

Visit www.onbroadway.org/winterfest for more information.

Art Meets Heart Mosaic Unveiling •

Celebrate Valentine’s Day a little early with the unveiling of a very heartfelt community mosaic. On February 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. The ARTgarage in Green Bay will reveal this year’s Art meets Heart mosaic.

Art meets Heart is a project that provides an opportunity for people to engage in thinking about their hearts and health, and the connection of both to the arts. The talents of 300 professional and amateur artists of all ages and backgrounds are on display as each created a 6-by-6 inch canvas which was joined to form the 2014 Community Mosaic. The mosaic, and the personal artist statements that accompany it, represents the collaboration that occurs when art and heart connect.

This mosaic will be on display at The ARTgarage for the month of February and will then be part of a oneyear public display at Austin Straubel International Airport in Green Bay. Attendees to the unveiling will be able to meet the artists, enjoy food, beverages, music, a silent auction and more.

For more information, visit www. theartgarage.org

Beauty & the Dress Drive •

Help high school junior and senior girls in Northeast Wisconsin get pretty for prom by donating gently used formal dresses to the first-ever YWCA Women’s Closet Beauty & the Dress Drive.

The YWCA Women’s Closet, which provides work-appropriate clothing for low-income women who are seeking employment, in a new job or going to school, will be accepting gently used prom dresses, jewelry, shoes and accessories.

Participating girls will write a one page essay describing what actions they see daily that demonstrate women empowerment and how it applies to them.

On February 22, the girls will bring their essays to the YWCA gymnasium which will be transformed into a dress boutique. Women’s Closet Coordinator Dana Letizia says she hopes to collect at least 150 dresses for participants to choose from.

“This is such a special night for young women and it’s sad that not everyone gets to experience it,” Letizia says. “I want to give these girls their dream night and a beautiful experience.”

Collections will end February 21. All items can be dropped off at the YWCA Green Bay-De Pere located at 230 South Madison Street.

Contact Dana Letizia at 920-432-5581 with questions.

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Heritage Hill State Historical Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Spirit of Christmas Past is an annual event that this year was held over three Saturdays in December. A variety of activities including dancing, ornament making, music, wagon rides, demonstrations and more kept visitors occupied, all while touring the many historic buildings throughout the park. Heritage Hill has a full calendar of activities year-round. To find out more go to www.heritagehillgb.org or call 920-448-5150.

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Sarah Landwehr of De Pere is shown near the Moravian Church, which was built in the 1850’s and is now available to host weddings. 7. Madison Danen wears a dress reminiscent of the early 1800’s inside Fort Howard School, one of many historic buildings found at Heritage Hill. To see all the photos from this event, check out our Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/YouMag.

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