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he long, lazy days of summer beckon. This summer edition of YOU Magazine is full of ideas to enjoy the delightful long days and warm evenings of the next few months. Our magazine also features stories of local women who inspire and empower others to find success. Whether it’s through physical activity or learning to use a power tool, these women don’t let an obstacle railroad their efforts or projects. Summer in Wisconsin is a terrific season where we make the most of the great outdoors. Whether it’s grilling dinner, bike riding with family or playing in the backyard with the kids, we have lots of ideas to share with you. From gardening to parenting, we feature stories that you’ll find helpful. Since finding quiet time can be a challenge, I started keeping periodicals I wanted to read in my car. While waiting to pick up a child, I’d open to where I left off and savor whatever I was reading. When you have moments of quiet, whether it’s in your vehicle or favorite lawn chair, leaf through the pages of this YOU Magazine to see what will inspire you and your family or friends. Please don’t forget we appreciate your feedback and ideas. Our section Your Pets was inspired by reader input. Many women and their families enjoy beloved pets. We’d like to hear your nominations. Enjoy your summer! — Liz
YOU M AGA Z I NE S TA F F Publisher Mike Beck General Manager Jonathan Gneiser Editor Liz Welter Advertising Manager Tara Marcoux Contributing Writers Jesse Austin, Deb Cleworth, Dianne Genz, Kris Leonhardt, Eli Marg, Cherie Schmidt, Breanna Speth, Laura Ullman, Anthony Wolf and Sally Winkels Distribution Manager Terri Hansen Photography Jodee Boyd, Deb Cleworth, Erin Connell, Laura Hiller, Casey Lake, Kris Leonhardt and Cherie Zogleman
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CONTENTS: FEATURES
HOME
FOOD
6 Marshfield Cover Story
40 Home of Stratford couple
53 BBQ Chicken
Empowerment through fitness
10 Wisconsin Rapids Cover Story
Interior decorating by Endless Design of Marshfield
14 Makeover
45 Gardening column
From curling iron to power tools
Techniques for a polished, professional look
20 Marshfield Restaurant Review
Simple grilling tips
54 Recipes
Summer grilling with recipes to enjoy the garden harvest
Creepy critters
46 Do-it-yourself
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CHILDREN AND FAMILY 42
Lumberyard Bar & Grill at the Woodfield Inn
57 Wood County health department
22 Wisconsin Rapids Restaurant Review
58 Prevent summer injuries
Soil testing for gardening
Babies and safe sleeping
Sofia’s Family Restaurant
Safety tips for parents
24 Shops We Love
60 Ask the Kids
The Posy Patch
Parenting in the age of Facebook
26 Shops We Love
60 Banish summer boredom Beat the blahs with good ol’ fashioned fun
Happy Paws Pet Grooming
28 Women to Know
THIS AND THAT
Carmen Reis, Erin Jasurda-Blenker, Karen Finnegan, Ann Murgatroyd-Soe, Christie Gause-Bemis, Lori Hepp, Pam Bardole, Lori Bents and Lori Pritzl
61 Book Reviews
Bookworm recommendations
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HEALTH, BEAUTY, FASHION 47 Your Pets
Miracle Fest in Marshfield and Lioness Hollywood Nights in Wisconsin Rapids
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68 Things to do
50 Your Health
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The Hill family: Addison, Rochelle, Jeff and Rylee
Empowering others through career, community and family
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Rochelle volunteers at Feed My Starving Children in Marshfield at Zion Methodist Church.
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ochelle Hill always knew that she wanted to help people. When she was a teenager, that belief was reinforced when a tornado struck her hometown of Auburndale. It missed her grandparents’ grocery store, Worzella’s, where she worked, but it affected many other people. “I remember helping at the store, and I saw so many people in need of things because their houses had been destroyed, and they had no water,” Rochelle says. “My grandparents went out of their way to help these people and to see the gratitude of the people is what really led me to what I’m doing today.” The career path Rochelle chose focuses on empowering others to become fit and lead a healthier life. Rochelle has been the marketing and development director for the Marshfield Area YMCA for two years. She says she couldn’t have asked for a better job. “The thing I love about it is that you see all ages, and all walks of life here at the Y. Everysummer 2013
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body is impacted by something they are doing here,” she says. Part of Rochelle’s job involves fundraising. The annual campaign “Y for All” raises money to help those who can’t afford the Y on their own. “We provide over $200,000 per year in program and membership subsidies to disadvantaged individuals and families so they are
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able to have a membership, or take a class or have their kids do swim lessons,” she says. Other fundraising efforts include running events like the Cheese Chase and the Turkey Trot. Rochelle says she enjoys organizing the races. “The number of kids that do the two-mile run is amazing,” she says. “I love to see the excitement as they cross the finish line. It’s very emotional to me. It’s wonderful to see kids do something and feel good about it.” Rochelle also is responsible for creating promotional fliers and the program guide. She believes even that sometimes has a big impact. “It’s one thing to put out what you offer, but the minute someone reads that two or three kids have been impacted by being able to take swim lessons, those little things are very meaningful for my mission here,” she says. Rochelle carries the fitness theme home with her. She and her husband, Jeff, both like to run and work out. Their 13-year-old daughter Rylee goes on runs with Rochelle. “We really enjoy that. She can run faster than me now and that was her goal,” Rochelle says. Their 10-year-old son Addison shoots hoops in their driveway any time he can. “I have to laugh because they are very strong and
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do well in school and sports, and I’m learning from them. They are teaching me to be more self-confident and believe in things, too,” she says. Rochelle will run her second half-marathon in May. She likes to follow a training program. “The running is going really well right now. I’ll be trained so it will propel me to do a lot more of the community events this summer like the Duathlon and Mike’s Run,” she says. Rochelle believes that participating in events has a trickle-down effect. “Things that I do in the community empower other people,” she says. It’s rubbed off on her kids too. “My kids have become really involved in volunteering. We do a lot of volunteering together as a family,” she says. Rochelle looks forward to future expansion at the Marshfield Area YMCA, which will create more opportunities for more people. She talks about the senior citizens that come to the Y every morning to work out and then have coffee in the lobby. “Seeing the senior adults here is so inspiring. It is someone I want to be. When I’m that age, I hope I’m in that lobby socializing with my friends,” she says.
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enny Flammini is as handy with a drill or rifle as she is with a blow dryer or curling iron. “I have no problems (using) a drill and hanging pictures or patching a hole in the drywall,” said Flammini, 31, of Wisconsin Rapids. Flammini is a wife, mother and, in her words, a “jack-of-all-trades.” She also is a manager at Ace Hardware, where her husband, Domonic, also works. While she oversees “Lavish Decor,” the gift portion of the store, she also knows a lot about the hardware side. “Keeping up with the newest trends is important to me,” she said. “I love helping women who come in to look for decorating tips and
ideas, especially when they don’t know where to start. Sometimes all it takes to change the look of a room is a fresh coat of paint and a new picture on the wall.” Flammini cites independence in her youth as a foundation for her ability to hold her own both in the workplace and at home when it comes to home and auto repairs. She has an air of confidence that was learned at an early age: Women can have do-it-yourself ability. “My mom was a single mom and she was the same way — she had to do everything herself,” Flammini said. Women who can deftly handle a hammer can impart an “I-can-do-it” attitude that can empower other women, instead of asking for a man to do the job. “There certainly are a lot of women who summer 2013
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come in and are doing things for themselves,” Flammini said. But that doesn’t mean losing her femininity, Flammini said. “I can keep up with the boys in many ways, but still maintain being a girl by doing ‘girly’ things such as pedicures, manicures, getting my hair done and shopping,” she said. “There’s nothing better than a new pair of shoes.” Flammini and her husband have two children, Maliyah, 10, and Colton, 11. Diverse family time is important. “My husband and I are on the trap league through the Heart of Wisconsin Trap and Skeet Club where we shoot once a week,” she said. “Our kids also enjoy shooting trap on the weekends.”
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Flammini enjoys shopping with her daughter and watching her son play hockey and her daughter play tennis. It’s a busy lifestyle, but one Flammini embraces with a positive attitude. “I believe empowerment comes from the inside,” Flammini said. “It’s a feeling you get from accomplishing something you thought you could never do, or the little things you do each day for yourself, such as eating healthy, working out or reading a good book. “It can also come from having a positive outlook on life and knowing who you are and what you believe in. Sometimes, as moms, we forget to take time for ourselves, which can be the most empowering act of all.”
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tyling long hair can be a time-consuming start to the day, so Melissa wanted a cut that would be easy to maintain and professionally appropriate. “She was looking for something different and youthful. But as a single mother and fulltime student, she wanted something fun without a lot of upkeep, says Sara Mercer, stylist at 211 West Third. First, Sara lightened Melissa’s hair color and then used highlights to add a faint purple shade, which faded into pink. “This contrasted very nicely with her dark hair,” Sara says “Having finer hair, I didn’t want to over layer it, but we needed some broken layers for swing and movement,” Sara says. The cut was exactly the style Melissa says she has wanted for a long time. “With my hair feathered and layered like this it looks fuller and thicker,” Melissa said. Her hair has a natural wave but was so long that the weight made it straight. “Sara was the first person who has cut my hair who understood what I wanted,” Melissa
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referring the natural look, Melissa says she rarely uses makeup. Since her makeover at Merle Norman, she’s changed her mind. “I learned so much while I was there,” Melissa says, adding this new knowledge makes her more comfortable using the products to achieve a polished look for going to work. “I didn’t know that you should use four different eye shadow shades on different parts of your eye or that I have ‘normal’ skin. I always thought it was dry,” she says. When Melissa started her makeover, she already was familiar with proper skin care techniques and was really interested in learning more about Merle Norman, says Katie Dahlke, makeup specialist at Merle Norman and the Day Spa Boutique. “We started by introducing her to Merle Norman’s normal/dry skin care line and then focused on anti-aging serums to supplement her daily routine,” says Katie. “One exciting new product we used was the Anti-Aging Complex Emulsion. This is a cut-
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permanently eliminated through the renal system, liver and kidney, leaving the skin tighter and smoother resulting in immediate inch loss and a 21 day metabolism boost,” Echo says. The treatment left Melissa’s skin softer and tighter than usual. “I’ll go back and do this again. I can tell the difference, and it feels really nice,” Melissa said. As a result of the treatment, Melissa lost almost four inches because the skin becomes firmer during the treatment. A treatment usually lasts about 21 days, says Echo. All of the products used are natural and help the body to eliminate toxins to restore nutrients lost through aging or sun damage. These restoring products replenish the skins natural elasticity, she says.
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RESTAURANT REVIEW
Lumberyard Bar & Grill By Anthony Wolf/Photos by Laura Hiller | For YOU Magazine
Anthony Wolf is a Marshfield man-out-town who enjoys cooking and traveling.
LUMBERYARD BAR & GRILL Address: 1651 N. Central Ave., Marshfield Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Phone: 715-387-1920
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he Lumberyard Bar & Grill is a newer restaurant in the city of Marshfield and has been the talk of the town. I was not sure what to expect from an eating place at a hotel. I was happily surprised with the setting and the food at The Lumberyard, located in the Woodfield Inn & Suites, 1651 N. Central Ave. Walking in the front doors of the combined business I was immediately taken up in the excitement of the Lumberyard Bar and Grill. The large windows both filled the room with light and allowed for views of the city. This is a very clean and new establishment. For guests staying at the hotel, it’s a wonderful place to unwind at the end of the day and also a place to enjoy a warm hearty breakfast to begin the next day. The good news is that the Lumberyard is open to the public, and it provides a really nice place on the north side of Marshfield. It is a casual place for those who might like to just sit at the bar, and it can easily be a formal setting for those who might be entertaining family, friends, coworkers or clients.
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The photos on the walls of the restaurant are of central Wisconsin’s logging history. The menus include something for everyone. The breakfast menu offers everything from cold cereal, one egg from the a la cart items, all the way up to the Hungry Dan, which has eggs, hash browns, breakfast meat, toast or pancakes — a real lumberjack type breakfast. Lunch and dinner menu offers full range of appetizers including steak nachos, chicken wings and beef tender bites served with tiger sauce. Salads and soups also offered for those looking for something a little lighter. Specialty sandwiches also caught my eye. Beef brisket chicken Parmesan or the double onion steak stacker? So many mouth-watering choices! Or maybe one of the many burgers offered? Philly cheeseburger is a must try. If it is a pizza you desire, then a handmade pizza of your choice can be made. The Lumberyard also offers full entree menu items. Steaks, fettuccine and shrimp dinners all come with the usual choice of side dishes. Friday fish fry is offered at the Lumberyard. I was very impressed with the bright, clean and friendly service I experienced at the Lumberyard Bar & Grill.
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he building housing Sofia’s Family Restaurant at 231 W. Riverview Expressway, Wisconsin Rapids, has been there for more than 20 years. Ponderosa Steakhouse, the original restaurant built there in the early 1980s, closed after about 20 years. A few other restaurants filled the location, but it is Sofia’s that has shown the most success in recent years. “I don’t think anyone made it past a year, is what I’ve been told,” said Zeni Abdiu, who has been manager/owner since the restaurant opened in July 2009. Abdiu is often the face customers see when they enter the family-owned business. The menu recently has been updated to reflect more American style food, with an offering of healthier dishes. There are more stir fries and fish and seafood dishes, she said. “I think they’ve got the best fish in town, to be honest,” said Jodi Stephens, 45, of Wisconsin Rapids. “It do love their stir fries.” The specials are changed daily, and homemade soups are part of the fare. But it’s more than food that is a recipe for success. Perseverance, hard work and attention to detail paid off, and the restaurant is going strong. And that means Abdiu is there between 12 and 15 hours a day, every day.
“You have to be here,” she said. “Whether you’re cooking, running the front end or the back end.” There are other reasons for the restaurant’s success, according to Abdiu, who can’t say enough about her staff. She maintains a positive attitude, she said. “It takes a team to make it happen,” she said. “It’s not one person; it’s everybody.” The good food and friendly staff is appreciated by customers, especially those who are regulars. Tom Casper has been coming for breakfast since the restaurant opened, Abdiu said.
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IF YOU GO What: Sofia’s Family Restaurant, 231 W. Riverview Expressway, Wisconsin Rapids Hours: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily Phone: 715-421-0008
“If he’s not here, we used to worry,” Abdiu said. Casper enjoys many things about the restaurant. “Good place to eat, good atmosphere,” said Casper, 82, of Wisconsin Rapids. “They know what I want as soon as I walk in the door.”
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he Posy Patch in Owen is a gardener’s dream and a feast for all eyes. The greenhouse includes all types of spring baskets and bedding plants, such as impatiens, petunias, daisies, vines, various grasses and perennials. In addition, it sells trees, shrubs and even water plants for the amateur and advance pond owner. Need planting advice? Owner Lori Zimmerman easily answers questions and will help guide you during your planting season. While the planters and baskets are the best sellers, don’t forget to check out their Garden Center, which has unique wicker baskets and wind chimes to help accent your garden. Browse a large selection of garden art or check out the primitive, rustic and ironwork displayed. Pottery is another local favorite. This is the perfect spot to find that unique gift for any lawn or garden.
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ogs might be known as “man’s best friend,” but sometimes, they need a woman’s touch. That’s when Jessica Paul comes in. The petite Paul can lift a large dog brought into her Happy Paws Pet Grooming salon and carry it over to a platform. The dog, seemingly sensing she is in good hands, obliges by gently going along for the brief ride. Once the dog is settled in, Paul begins to trim the dog’s nails. “I view working with dogs in the same way as creating a piece of art,” Paul said. “I get the chance to shape their ‘look’ with a combination of creativity and technique.” That refined sense of dog care has paid off for this business owner. Paul’s list of clients numbers around 300, generated largely through word of mouth from locations as varied as Adams, Marshfield, Necedah and Rhinelander. “We offer services in a personalized and loving manner,” said Paul of herself and her staff. “Our clients’ pets receive the same care our own pets would receive.” This hands-on care includes bathing, hair cutting and styling, nail trimming, easy cleaning and teeth brushing. She also offers “little
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extras,” such as rounding off paws, going the extra mile to eliminate loose fur, trimming out pads and cleaning ears. She feels this attention to the needs of both pets and owners gives her a competitive edge. Paul also invites clients to present their own styling ideas and works with them to achieve the “look” they want for their pets. “I want clients to feel a good about bringing and leaving their pets here,” Paul said. “We’re part of an industry, but we know that relationships — personalized service and customized care — build confidence and ongoing relationships.” Relationships are important to Paul. Her love of animals dates back to her childhood in Auburndale.
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pring is always a time for change and transformation. Every once in a while change is good, and when it comes to hair design, change can transform and illuminate. For Carmen Reis and Erin Jasurda-Blenker, change this spring has been occurring. Moving their hair studio from Penny Court, known at Hair Designers, these classy women relocated their business to a more visible location on Central Avenue, now known as Evolve Salon. “We had a list of names,” Carmen says, “and had actually tossed Evolve out at one point. It came up again during discussion, and it fit. It was unanimous. Evolve — to change or transform. That’s what we do.” With the help of A Painted Frame, local designers, this new hair studio has not only upscale and big city flare, but an antique ambiance that shines class. With flowing colors of gray, silver and crystal chandeliers from the ceiling, clients will find luxury in this salon. Besides Erin and Carmen, Kathy Holbrook and Stacy Melbinger also work at Evolve. “We have many services to offer,” Erin says. “We offer current hair fashion trends, hair cutting, color, perming, updos and facial waxing. We also have barbering skills that is becoming a growing need here in Marshfield.” Evolve opened its doors at the new location at 307 S. Central Ave. on March 4. “We wanted to be on ‘Main Street’ to be more visible. Our walk-in customers have already increased. We have front and back entrance parking, giving our clients great access,” Carmen says. Evolve offers flexible hours and a line of hair products that are new to the Marshfield area such as Aquage and Biomega by Aquage. In addition to being new, Carmen and Erin have already made to plans to further “evolve” their business. “Down the road, we are looking to offer free Wi-Fi to our clients, along with the potential possibility to offer full body waxing and nail services,” Erin says.
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Karen Finnegan
Charity driven biker lady By Sally Winkels/Photo by Laura Hiller For YOU Magazine
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passion for motorcycling and doing for others fuels the drive of Karen Finnegan, 46, of Marshfield. “My motto in life is getting people and the stuff they need together,” says Karen. Karen rode about 4,000 miles on her bike last year mostly to raise money for charity organizations. While attending college, Karin met her husband of 21 years, Brian, who shares her love of motorcycling and doing for others. Karen’s introduction to motorcycling came early in their marriage while she rode with him on his bike. It wasn’t until 2007 that Brian taught her how to ride in the Marshfield High School parking lot. Being hooked on riding, she went on to attend a motorcycle safety class and was the only woman enrolled in it, Karen says. The day after she finished the class, Karen says she purchased a 2007 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 cherry-red cycle with lots of chrome. Most weekends, the Finnegans are engaged in some motorcycle ride either to raise money for many different organizations or just out riding with friends. Their main charity work is for the Christian Motorcycle Association. Karen is the state treasurer for this club. CMA has local chapters throughout many states and is nationally and internationally known. Their main thrust is raising funds for motorcycles for missionary pastors, buying Bibles for people in other countries and for the Jesus Fund Project, says Karen. The only international fundraiser is called Run for the Son, which is about a 100-mile ride. Members of CMA get donations or contribute funds themselves. Last year, $3.9 million was raised for this organization, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Karen and Brian hold a rummage sale each spring at their home, and the money from the
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sale is donated to the Run for the Son. Other organizations the Finnegans ride their motorcycles for are: Boys & Girls Clubs of the Wisconsin Rapids Area, Boyer Memorial Ride in Granton, Suicide Prevention Awareness, Blue Knights, whose ride benefits the Veterans at the King home in Waupaca, RAP (Ride Against Poverty), Compassion International and The Lonely Few Cycle Club out of Riplinger, which annually collects toys for children at Ministry Saint Joseph’s Hospital. Last year, Karen and Brian, along with 24 other bikers, attended the four-day CMA Irish Bike Fest Rally in Killarney, Ireland. At this event, she said they met bikers from all across the United States. “I mentioned to the Irish bikers that I don’t like riding in the rain, and they said they would never ride if they didn’t venture out in the rain,” says Karen. summer 2013
Not all of Karen’s charity events involve her cycle. One event that is very close to her heart is working with Ruby’s Pantry. The pantry is held at the East Gate Church in Marshfield the third Saturday of every month. There are no qualifications as to who can come and benefit from receiving $200 worth of groceries. Registration starts at 9 a.m. and continues until 10:30 a.m. Each customer can buy one or more shares for $15 each and this entitles the customer to receive two boxes or two laundry baskets full of food per share. Customers are encouraged to bring their own boxes or laundry baskets, Karen says. This year stretches Karen’s comfort level as she and Brian are planning to ride to the CMA National Rally in Fryeburg, Maine, in June. This trip consisting of about 3500 miles will almost total the amount she rode in 2012.
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Pam Bardole Caring for older parents becomes easier with help By Breanna Speth/Photo by Laura Hiller | For YOU Magazine
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aring for elderly loved ones can be a challenge, but as Pam Bardole discovered, it doesn’t have to be. Two years ago, Pam’s mother, Fern Fink, was hospitalized with abdominal pain and diagnosed with an abscess on her appendix. The required surgery resulted in five days of hospitalization. Then, at age 82, she was readmitted to the hospital and had an appendectomy. After seven days, she was released to The Astor House, where she enjoyed playing cards, bingo, live entertainment and companionship. “She did very well but was determined to go home, which she did after a 30-day stay,” says Pam. At this point, Pam and her sister took turns staying with their mother, but both were busy with their own lives. “Eventually mother’s needs grew, and our time with her was spent helping her rather than enjoying her company,” says Pam. “Mom was doing very well, but keeping up the house, the lawn and garden as well as routine shopping was getting more difficult for her.” It was after several phone calls that Pam discovered the relatively new Ministry Living Well program through Ministry Saint Joseph’s Hospital. Begun in August 2012, Ministry Living Well is dedicated to making life better for older adults and their families, providing supportive care to those who desire to remain living comfortably and safely at home. “Our intent is giving them peace of mind that their loved ones are being cared for so they can go back to being families and we can be the caregivers,” says Ministry Living Well manager Becky Leu. “And it’s all based on what their needs are.” The program can include certified nursing assistants working in shifts around the clock to completely focus on a person’s care. CNAs can assist with everything from bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting to ambulation assistance, medication reminders, wound management, meal preparation and housekeeping. After meeting with the program administrator, Pam met Laura Ullman, the person who would end up helping her mother. “Laura is so great in that she reminds mom to take her meds, visits with her and assists with light housekeeping. She also helps mom with puzzles, takes her for walks, encourages exercise and she makes a nice lunch for mom everyday that she is there,” says Pam. “Laura also takes mom for hair appointments and will run errands when asked. Most of all, Laura is a very good companion for mom.” Not only has Ministry Living Well helped Pam’s mom live a happier life, it has also given Pam much-needed peace of mind. “The hardest part about caring for a loved one is that you forget to take care of yourself,” says Pam. “We were trying to do it all, and in the
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Pam Bardole, of Wisconsin Rapids, sits with her mother, Fern Fink, 84, at her mother's home and the home in which she grew up in Marshfield. long run, we were not having fun with our mom.” Fern is an avid gardener, makes delicious strawberry jam and is a voracious reader. “We love to go to The Highground and listen to the wind chimes. We also love to shop, and, of course, we know all of the best restaurants in and out of town,” says Pam. “This was being lost until we found Ministry Living Well. Now we have the fun back.” Pam is one of more than 20 families now benefiting from Ministry Living Well’s in-home care, and she hopes the program continues to grow. “I so appreciate, as do my siblings, the development of this program and hope that other local communities will eventually have the same foresight,” Pam says. To learn more, go to www.ministryhealth.org.
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Ann Murgatroyd-Soe, Christie Gause-Bemis and Lori Hepp YOUniversity focuses on building strong women By Deb Cleworth/Photos by Erin Connell | For YOU magazine
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n the fourth Wednesday of each month, a group of women can be found at Karen’s Wines and Steins in Wisconsin Rapids. Hot Pink YOUniversity is in session. Hot Pink YOUniversity is the brainchild of Ann Murgatroyd-Soe, Christie Gause-Bemis and Lori Hepp, all professional women in Wisconsin Rapids. Murgatroyd-Soe and Gause-Bemis are psychotherapists in private practice; Hepp is a certified massage therapist with her own business. While their professions focus on wellness for women, Hot Pink YOUniversity is about supporting them. The three women were enjoying a Costa Rica vacation in 2004 when they came up with the idea for Hot Pink. It wasn’t until six years later that the idea began to come together. “That’s when we got serious and realized there was a need to create a community of women who appreciate, support and empower one another,” Hepp said. “Out of that vision came Hot Pink YOUniversity.” About 20 to 25 professional women get together for the ladies night out — a part social, part networking event, designed to build a sisterhood of women in the community. Joanne Harrison, 51, of Saratoga said she loves the social aspect of the Wednesday night gatherings. Murgatroyd-Soe, Harrison’s personal counselor for stress-related issues, told Harrison about the outings. “In forming Hot Pink YOUniversity in 2011, our No. 1 message was this — to empower women to live the life they want and desire,” Gause-Bemis said. That message was one that hit home for Harrison, who has been part of the group for
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Ann Murgatroyd-Soe and Christie Gause-Bemis at a Hot Pink YOUniversity event.
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almost a year. She cares for her husband, Jon, 71, who is disabled; she herself has nerve damage because of an accident. “My husband said, ‘Well, why don’t you go? You need to get out of the house and meet some people,’” Harrison said. “So I did and I’ve been going ever since. “Besides getting out of the house, which is one of the biggest factors, I’ve met several people who have or offer services that can be beneficial (to me) that I would not have met otherwise,” Harrison said. Harrison, who said she hopes to start her own business, has found a kinship with the other women as they share their individual stories and challenges. “Seeing other women trying and having their own businesses — and some of them are doing quite well — has given me a sense of hope,” Harrison said. “Just about any of the women, if you ask them questions, have no problem answering you or pointing you in the right direction.” Hot Pink YOUniversity has been a catalyst
in connecting women with each other, plugging them into a supportive, positive and expanding sisterhood, Hepp said. “What I have found is an overwhelming desire among women to connect with other like-minded women,” said Hepp, who has worked in the wellness field for more that 10 years. Hot Pink YOUniversity helps women discover their full potential and realize dreams, Murgatroyd-Soe said. “(Being a Hot Pink Woman can mean) finding balance and honoring yourself equally with others, creating a life that is fulfilling your wishes, wants, dreams and desires, sharing your spark to ignite others, to name just a few,” Murgatroyd-Soe said. “Sometimes, it is just stepping back and allowing for awareness, comfort and joy in wherever or whatever you are doing, feeling and experiencing in the moment. “It can be about getting to the next level or just being good in your skin and your life right now.”
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Lori Bents
Passion fuels volunteer spirit and career By Cherie Schmidt Photos by Laura Hiller | For YOU Magazine
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or Lori Bents, volunteering and community participation has always been an important aspect in her life. Even growing up, her parents were very active volunteers with father receiving the Volunteer of the Year award in her hometown of Cumberland. It is no wonder that Lori has inherited this fantastic drive for community involvement. “It has always been a part of what I do,” Lori says and smiles. “It’s a part of me. Each day, my goal in life is to help make someone else’s life just a little easier or better. I have been so blessed in life, I want to give back.” Lori has devoted many volunteer hours and donations to various and numerous community organizations such as: Kiwanis, Altrusa, 4H, Habitat for Humanity, The Hannah Center, Hope Lodge, Pathway Partners, Shirley’s House of Hope, Sheltering Hearts, The Ronald McDonald House, The Boy Scouts, Business after Five, Dairy Fest, Faith Lutheran Church and the planning and design of a playground at Griese Park to name a few. Lori recently received the 2013 Leadership Marshfield Alumnus of Year award. Lori not only participates in volunteering but also helps promote it. Even her husband, Michael Zimmerman, and two sons Bryan, 20, and Blake, 11, have learned this wonderful gift of giving. For Bryan’s Eagle Scout project, he added a balance beam, the fireman pole and obstacle course to a playground at Griese Park. Lori and her two boys also donated hair in December 2012 to Locks of Love. Her boys purposely grew their hair out just so they could donate it. Michael has helped with many projects and volunteers with many organizations such as the Hannah Center and Habitat for
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Humanity as well. “It’s like a ripple in a pond,” Lori says. “Volunteering spreads, and so much good can happen.” At the end of October 1996, Lori and her family moved from Virgina and opened up Bents Chiropractic Center in January 1997. After exploring several other communities in
other states, Lori and Michael enjoyed the comforts and the “feel of home” Marshfield had to offer, she says. Lori expanded her business in 2007 and moved to her present location, 601 E. Third St. Her education has been ongoing, and Lori’s practice specializes in spinal trauma. Whether her patient was hurt at work or was involved in an accident, Lori’s area of expertise can help make a difference in the recovery process. She also offers multiple other services in addition to a variety of chiropractic adjustments, including adjunctive therapies, nutritional consults and supplements, orthopedic supports and examinations. She is also well-known for her hats and her love of the color purple. “I still have my very first hat that was designed just for me in 1982, and I still wear it on occasion. I wear purple every day. Even if it’s just toenail polish,” she says and laughs. “I have loved purple since I was a little girl. There are 11 different shades of wall paint alone in my practice.”
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Lori Pritzl
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ori Pritzl of the town of Rome thrives on making things happen. Raised by parents who had been in business all of their life, Lori began working as a teenager in the family store. “Our family was used to and understood the need to work holidays, weekends and long hours to make (success) happen,” says Lori. Her zest, energy and dedication make Pritzl’s Trading Post, 251 Highway 13, Nekoosa, a unique and fun store. The range of items that the Trading Post provides appears endless. It’s not uncommon to see fresh cut flowers on the tables in one corner of the store where customers can enjoy a quiet cup of coffee or light meal from the deli. Minnows and nails can be found at the opposite end of the store. Formerly Pritzl’s Corner Mart, Lori assumed ownership of the store from her parents in 1991. Her parents had owned the store, south of Wisconsin Rapids, since 1976. “Enjoying what you do makes all the difference,” Lori says. Continued growth in business and the rebuilding of Highway 13 in front of the old store in 2006 led to the construction of the current building. The new store’s name, Pritzl’s Trading Post, and the entire campus has a western theme. Often when people visit the store
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they will spot “Cowboy,” a mannequin. “Many customers think he is part of the store and look for him when they visit,” says Lori. “I know my entire team (of
employees) has set him up in various locations throughout the store.” Pritzl’s is one of the largest employers in the town of Rome.
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“We average between 35 and 40 employees, and in summer we employ close to 50,” says Lori. During summer hours, five times as many customers can be seen in a single day in comparison to a quiet winter day, she says. “Our mission is to provide the customer and community with a full range of quality products and services, which they need in their daily lives, conveniently and cheerfully,” says Lori. Tuesday is senior day when free coffee and doughnut holes are available until noon. Free pumping of gasoline is available upon request, she says. Lori strives to keep current with technology. A computerized kiosk next to the store’s Service Counter offers DVD movies and a multitude of services including general U.S. Postal Services. Attendance at vendor shows, listening to customers and always keeping a watchful eye for something no one else has or offers are avenues Lori uses to add quality to her business. When asked what she sees for the future Lori says, “Every day I continue to wake up and yearn to come to work to reach a goal. We desire to continue our growth, by providing the many products and service our customers and community wants in a distinctive environment they continue to call their own.”
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Endless Designs transforms a home By Laura Ullman/Photos by Laura Hiller | For YOU Magazine
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orri Dahlke and Trisha Palmer have been friends since kindergarten, and their friendship took on a new dimension when the two women became business partners. In March, they opened Endless Designs in Marshfield, a shop that offers home furnishings and accessories. Torri says they are very pleased with how it’s been going. “There’s been a steady flow of people in the store. We are taking things into homes. We are having a hard time keeping our walls full,” says Torri. Endless Designs employs design and sales consultants Jayne Wenzel and Patti Mancl. Jayne has 20 years of
Mave Alft removes fixtures while painting at the Krause home in rural Stratford. experience in interior design. Jayne says they fill the store with unique items from all around the world. “It’s whatever catches our eye. Everyone here brings something different to the table. We all have a little bit of a different taste,” Jayne says. Along with store sales, the business offers a “staging” service, where the consultants go into a home to help
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After redecorating, the kitchen has a defined atmosphere.
Kitchen before interior decorating. with furnishings and accessories. They will work on just one room or an entire house. They also do cabins and offices. Trisha says they’ve already discovered what their customers like. “Now that we’ve been open for a few weeks, we know what sells better and what doesn’t. People like fancier things,” says Trisha. “They want it to be a bit more
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classy, but still comfortable and inviting.” One of their first projects was working with Mark and Kathy Kraus on their home in Stratford. After 11 years in the home, Kathy decided it was time for a new look. “I’ve never painted anything. It was time to change the white walls,” says Kathy. She says she
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Details of the redecorated family room. chose Endless Designs because she had seen Trisha’s house. “I know Trisha. Her house is livable and warm and cozy, and that’s what I want,” Kathy says. Jayne says the first step was to check out the house. “Trisha and I went in and rec-
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ommended a color,” says Jayne. “We’re doing a lot of earth tones. It’s a family room, so we tried to convert it into a friendlier atmosphere.” They decided to make the fireplace wall the focal point and paint it a different color. Jayne says she and Trisha then went
back to the shop and picked out some accessories. “We went into detail about where we would put things and how we would place them. Kathy gave us her input on it, and we went from there,” says Jayne. Mark Kraus also had an opinion on the changes. Trisha says
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New wall treatment. Torri’s first time at the market. “I think it’s very important that we go to market to get the full view, the newest trends and display ideas. You see stuff that you would have never picked out of a book,” says Torri. Trisha says they work with any budget. “People around here are pretty conservative. We listen to them. We don’t go out of their comfort zone because we still want them to be comfortable with the changes that are being made,” says Trisha. The shop is full of unique items, and you don’t have to be redoing your home to purchase something. Trisha says they try to have something for everyone. “We have little gifts in the store. You don’t have to spend a lot. You can find a $300 picture or a $20 item,” she says.
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t is very difficult to forecast what the weather is going to be for the growing season, even if you are a climatologist. But I can almost guarantee there will be insects out and ready to feed on your young plants. How bad the insect problems will be, I cannot say. Insect activity is very closely related to weather. There are a few common ones that everyone should be wary of: earwigs, slugs and cutworms. Earwigs have large, pincers-like protrusions at the rear of the body, which give them an evil appearance, but they don’t harm people directly. Earwigs rarely bite — usually when sat upon or handled — and their bite is only mildly painful. Still, they can cause people problems by feeding on flowers and vegetables outdoors, by crawling into the home and by congregating under well caps. This is one of the few insects that like marigolds, along with dahlia, peonia, hosta and many types of vegetables. Slugs are simply a snail without the shell. They are soft-bodied and leave a slime trail marking their passing. One of their favorite foods are hosta. Slugs will have several generations per year. If you can eliminate many of the adult slugs early in the season before they have a chance to mate and lay eggs, you will not have a huge slug problem for the rest of the season. Cutworms hatch in the spring from eggs laid by moths that are blown in on the warm air currents or that overwinter as a pupa and hatch locally in early summer. When
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DIY SOIL TESTING
What’s in your garden? By Kris Leonhardt For YOU Magazine
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hen planning a garden or growing grass, understanding whether your soil is predominantly sand or clay, alkaline or acidic can make the difference in your success. You can learn a lot about your soil using a few household items and a little bit of ingenuity. The following do-it-yourself projects demonstrate how to discover the composition of your soil and whether your soil’s pH is neutral, alkaline, or acidic.
Soil Composition What you need: Spade Bottled water Salt Sterilized glass jar 1. Using the spade, obtain a soil sample from your garden and place it in the sterilized jar. It is best to take part of the sample from the surface and the other portion from 3 inches below the surface. (Figure 1) 2. For each part soil, add two parts bottled water and a dash of salt. Shake the jar well and let sit undisturbed for 2-3 days. As the salt breaks apart the soil, the sand will settle near the bottom and any clay will rise to the top. (Figure 2)
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Soil pH Balance What you need: Spade Bottled water Baking soda White vinegar Sterilized glass jar 3. Using the spade, obtain a soil sample from your garden and place a tablespoon full in the sterilized jar. (Figure 3) 4. Add a tablespoon of vinegar. If there is a strong fizzing reaction, your soil is high in alkaline. If there is a small amount of fizzing, it is marginally alkaline. If there is no fizz, it is neutral or acidic. (Figure 4) 5. If there is no fizzing reaction, sterilize the jar again and obtain a new soil sample. Place a tablespoon of baking soda in the jar. (Figure 5) 6. Add enough bottled water to form a liquid. (Figure 6) 7. Add one tablespoon of the soil sample. If there is no reaction, your soil is neutral. A fizzing action indicates acidic soil. (Figure 7)
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TO LEARN MORE Before adding fertilizer learn more about the composition of the soil either through a local plant nursery or at an area University of WisconsinExtension office. Testing the soil can give information on the soil’s ability to supply nutrients for specific plan growth — whether it is for lush, green grass or prolific tomato plants. Plants respond better to applications that are tailored to their needs rather than to general applications.
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Rescued cats give lots of love By Breanna Speth Photos by Laura Hiller for YOU Magazine
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icki Riedel’s two cats, Bob and Izzy, were strays rescued from the cold, and they have been bringing warmth to her family ever since. Their age and breed might be a mystery, but it is no secret that the two felines bring happiness to Vicki, her husband, Fred, and their sons. Bob was the first to become a part of the family, appearing on a freezing winter night four years ago, when wind chills were 30 degrees below zero. “We saw him outside for a number of nights and coaxed him in with tuna,” says Vicki. “We kept him in our garage and made him a warm bed until he was healthy enough to bring him inside.” With parasites, decayed teeth and a deathly infection, Vicki didn’t know if he would survive. Fortunately for the Riedel family, Bob’s nine lives weren’t over yet. “He is one of the sweetest cats we’ve ever had,” she says. Then, a year ago, another cat sought warmth within the Riedel household. “Izzy was wandering our neighborhood for a number of months one late summer and fall, and when the weather turned cold and he was still outside, I realized that he needed a home,” says Vicki. “I think he appreciates the fact that I saved his life because I am the only person he will come to and snuggle with.” Bob and Izzy no longer need to worry about food and shelter, but there are more local
Vicki Riedel of Marshfield pets two of her cats, Bob and Izzy.
One of Vicki Riedel's cats, Bob, stretches on her living room floor. strays in need of a home. “It breaks my heart to know that there will always be cats that are forced to live outside even after having a home at some point,” she says. “I had to help these cats because I knew that if they had to stay outside all winter, it would be very hard for them.” To help homeless cats, Vicki participates in the Marshfield Area Pet Shelter, or MAPS, fostering program. Since starting in June 2012, she has helped foster 13 cats. “I had little kittens that were lost and sick, a pregnant cat who had 5 kittens, and some adult cats,” she says. “Fosters are very desperately needed because without them, some of the cats will be euthanized because they have nowhere to go. It is so rewarding to save a life and to involve your family in the process,” says Vicki. Fostering can be emotionally investing, but the rewards outshine the effort. “I got very attached to all of my fosters, and it was really hard to say good bye, but when I saw how happy the new families were when they got their new cat, it makes it all worthwhile,” Vicki says. “These cats are worth saving because they deserve a second chance at a loving home and have the potential to change someone’s life, including the foster’s life.” summer 2013
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She shares the story of a woman whose husband passed away shortly after adopting: “I went to her house to cat sit and she left a note saying that the cats had changed her life and helped to get her through the rough times,” Vicki says. “I encourage anyone who is considering fostering to just give it a try. Or anyone who might be considering adopting a cat and isn’t quite sure, to try fostering first and see how that goes.” With food, water, a clean litter box and a lot of love, Vicki is making a difference for local cats, and in turn they are enriching hers. “Cats are so much fun to watch when they play and they have so much unconditional love for us. When I am having a bad day all I have to do is hug one of them and I feel better,” she said. “I believe that we have a happier home because we have cats. They are a part of the family.”
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Hope finds a happy home
By Breanna Speth Photos by Casey Lake For YOU Magazine og may be man’s best friend, but unfortunately mankind doesn’t always return the sentiment. Puppy mills, where dogs live in cramped cages and filthy conditions, enduring constant breeding and little attention, still exist in Wisconsin. The animals never know the smell of fresh air, the feel of grass on their paws and the kind touch of a human being or comfort of veterinary care. Fortunately for Julanne Ranek-Stolz and her family, one Australian cattle dog survived the horrors of a puppy mill and captured their hearts. “Hope was part of the 84 dog puppy rescue,” Julanne says, referring to the March 2008 rescue of 84 dogs from a Dexter puppy mill and surrendered to South Wood County Humane Society. “She was found in the corner of a barn left to die with her sister in a very small cage. Those who rescued her thought she spent the majority of her first year of life in that cage. She had no fur on over half her body from a severe case of mange. Her sister did not make
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Hope returns with a toy. friend and companion.” True to her name, Hope brings love and happiness to her family every day. The Stolzes now can’t imagine life, and especially a camping trip, without their smart, energetic heeler. “Hope adds a new dynamic to family life. She brings us a lot of joy, and enhances our fun together. Because of her, we appreciate more the simple pleasures of life,” Julanne says. Julanne smiles as she adds, “She also does a great job protecting us from the squirrels in the yard, as she is on constant watch for them as she sits and looks out the big picture window scanning the backyard.” As a mom, Julanne finds it interesting how Hope comes to her if she needs something. “If someone forgets to let Hope out or feed and water her; she comes to me. She looks at me with her
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big brown puppy dog eyes. She knows I’m the one who knows what she needs. Moms have that intuitive way with all the household members, don’t they?” she asks. Before becoming a dog owner, she never understood how people could become so attached to a dog, she says. “Now I understand. They have a keen sense to know and understand you like no one else can. I have noted how they do become a boy’s best friend. A dog always appreciates you no matter what,” Julanne says. In 2009, the Wisconsin State Legislature passed Act 90 to increase oversight of dog breeders and sellers, with the goal to end puppy mills. However, there is still a long way to go. If you’d like to learn more information on Puppy Mills, visit http://www.nowisconsinpuppymills.com
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ing multiple levels and tying together movement and music. They must hold CPR certification. Schuld motivates her clients with the multiple benefits associated with regular exercise and strength training: weight loss, weight control, increased metabolism and increased muscle mass. Regular exercise also can decrease the risk for diabetes, high blood pressure and many other diseases, she said. Health benefits go beyond the physical, including self-image and self-esteem, the owners said.
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Biking is fun for everyone By Breanna Speth/Photo by Laura Hiller For YOU Magazine
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hether going for a casual ride around the block or meandering up mountainsides, Breanna VanDeHey has a handle on all the information needed to create the perfect cycling experience. Daughter of The Sports Den owner Denny Riedel, Breanna has spent much of her life on or around bicycles. “Officially, I’ve been a sales manager here for about a little over a year, but I grew up here. This was my day care. Some of our mechanics doubled as baby sitters,” she says. “Some of my earliest memories involve riding around the store on bikes and working with bike tools. I couldn’t help but be interested in bikes.” As she grew up, her interest in cycling shifted into high gear. Though a self-declared “not hardcore” biker, she has participated in duathalons and other events, such as Marshfield’s Cranberry Century Tour and Run-BikeUnite in Stevens Point. One of her favorite rides is the Elroy-Sparta bike trial. “I really like doing that with kids and family and stuff. It’s a nice bike-walk-bike type of course. It’s really pretty,” she says. Last summer, Breanna biked the Madison city bike paths to experience urban biking, but she explains that most of the state is good for a ride. “Wisconsin has a really good road system in that most of the roads are paved. It’s not hard to just hop on your bike and go somewhere,” she says. Wherever a cyclist wants to go, it’s important to buy a bike that fits both size and purpose. “If you’re going to be spending money on a bike, buy something that’s going to make you comfortable the majority of the time,” Breanna says. With a masters in wildlife management from University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and an bachelor’s in biology, Breanna enjoys how biking provides a unique way to see wildlife and be outside. “You can get a lot closer to wildlife because you’re not making a ton of noise and you’re not going as fast as you are in a car. It’s a great way to get outside and to see nature in a healthier and greener type of fashion,” she says.
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Breanna VanDeHey at the Sports Den in Marshfield.
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A few years ago, Breanna biked through Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, an experience she never will forget. “It was really neat because a lot of people see Yellowstone and they’re on the roads and you get in traffic jams. With a bike, there was always a spot to pull over and see stuff. If we saw an elk on the side of the road, we could pull over and take pictures. It was an opportunity to see one of the coolest natural resources in the country in a unique way,” she says. Seeing wildlife is one appealing aspect of biking, as is the cost-effectiveness of the sport. “Once you buy the equipment, all you have to do is get the motivation and you’re good to go. You don’t have to pay every time to use it,” Breanna says. summer 2013
TO BIKE WITH OTHERS For those needing mutual encouragement, the Sports Den hosts group rides for bikers of all abilities. For more information, go to www.thesportsden.net.
There are also the numerous physical benefits. “It’s a healthy, active lifestyle choice. It’s a way to get fit and feel good about what you’re doing,” explains Breanna. “It’s a healthy choice you can make not only for yourself, but for your family and your environment.” Breanna says biking can be as social or as private as a biker wants. “It’s just you and your thoughts, or there’s group rides you can do. There are social aspects to it, and the family aspect. It’s a way to get your whole family into an activity.” As the hardest part of biking is often gathering the motivation to go, riding with a group can be appealing. “If I’m by myself I have a tendency to talk myself out of going further,” says Breanna.
Easy Charcoal Chicken By Anthony Wolf | For YOU Magazine
Anthony Wolf is a Marshfield man-out-town who enjoys cooking and traveling.
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he summer days are wonderful for taking a walk. If, you happen to live in a city, then there is the added benefit of the smells of outdoor cooking. In my mind nothing says summer like the smell of a charcoal grill loaded with chicken. This experience takes me back to my younger life, and reminds me of the old fashion church-type dinners. A place where people are having a great time, and the grilling pits have food for a few hundred people at once. Plus, the grill masters, fueled by cheap beer, which doubles to extinguish the flare ups in the charcoal. Today, many people have moved to the much easier gas grill. Just a turn of the knobs and push of the spark button, and the fire is up and running. Minutes later, the food can begin to cook. For many foods, this outdoor summer cooking keeps the heat out of the house, and provides a causal setting for some great meals. For a treat, I still really enjoy bringing out my charcoal grill. It takes a few more steps, however it takes about the same time. Here are a few tricks I learned over the years to
get my charcoal chicken fix. Buy chicken with the bones and skin. It is usually the least expensive, too. I always put chicken in a deep frying pan, which I cover and cook on low to medium heat. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the charcoal and grill. I highly recommend a charcoal starter. This is a metal container that allows a person to start a fire under the charcoal. A great way to avoid lighter fluid that is both dangerous and adds a taste to the food. I found that the charcoal is nearly always ready the same time as the chicken. As the chicken is already cooked on the stove in a covered pan. It is very juicy, and you are not subject to the worry of the grill doing the work. Benefit: much of the fat is cooked off already, and the meat remains tender. Place the chicken on the grill and let the charcoal add that wonderful smoked flavor. I found it really does not take much charcoal if the grill has a cover. Hickory or apple wood chips can add flavor as well. Sometimes a little barbecue sauce can be added to taste. Let the summer memories begin.
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GERMAN POTATO SALAD INGREDIENTS:
1 large red onion chopped 2 pounds of red-skin potatoes scrubbed and cooked 1 ⁄2 pound sliced bacon cut into 1-inch pieces 2 ⁄3 cup medium diced celery, about 2 stalks 11⁄2 teaspoon granulated sugar 1 ⁄3 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons stone ground mustard 1 ⁄2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 ⁄4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 ⁄3 cup diced dill pickle 1 ⁄4 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley
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Rinse the asparagus. Then remove and discard the tough bottom of each asparagus spear. Spread the asparagus on a platter and drizzle the olive oil over and top with the salt. Lightly pepper if desired. Turn the spears until all are coated. Grill the asparagus on medium heat about 4 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Drain it on a paper towel. Saute the onion in the bacon fat. After sauteing remove the onions and set aside. Pour off all but 3 tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet. Add the celery to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes. Add the sugar and cook until dissolved. Add the vinegar and 1⁄2 cup of water. Stir and cook this until it is bubbling and slightly thickened. Reduce the heat to low and add the mustard, pepper, salt. Stir all of this until combined and cook for about 2 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the bacon pieces stirring to coat the pieces. Cut the potatoes into bite-sized chunks and place in a serving bowl. Pour the hot dressing over the warm potatoes and add the pickles and parsley. Gently stir to mix and serve warm or at room temperature. Makes 4 to 6 servings.
GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH INGREDIENTS:
6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, lightly pounded to make even thickness 6 slices fresh pineapple 1 bottle Caribbean jerk marinade, or your favorite recipe for jerk marinade 6 Kaiser rolls Lettuce, mayonnaise Preheat the grill.
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Lightly pound the chicken breasts with a meat tenderizer mallet so that all the breasts are of even and similar thickness. Pour the marinade into a bowl and dip each slice of pineapple in the marinade. Reserve the pineapple on a platter. Then marinate the meat for 20 minutes. Grill each breast for about 5 to 6 minutes on each side. Grill each piece of pineapple about 2 minutes or less on each side. After the meat and pineapple are grilled, open each roll and place on grill until lightly toasted. Place a chicken breast and pineapple slice on each roll. Use the lettuce and mayonnaise to the complete the sandwiches. Serve immediately. Serves 6.
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BLACKBERRY SAGE SPRITZER INGREDIENTS:
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First make a simple syrup which can be made a day or more ahead of time. Bring the water and sugar to a boil over high heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat. Reserve 5 sage leaves for garnish and crush the remainder on a cutting board using the back of a spoon. Add the leaves to the syrup and let it steep for about 15 minutes before removing the leaves. Reserve 10 blackberries for garnish and mash the remainder in a small bowl using the back of a spoon. To make a drink, add ice cubes as desired to tall beverage glass. Fill until about two-thirds full with club soda. Use less soda if using alcohol. Add two tablespoons of the puree and one tablespoon of the syrup and stir. Garnish with a sage leaf and blackberries.
REFRESHING SUGAR SNAP PEAS INGREDIENTS:
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Remove and discard the stem end and string from each pod. Toss the peas in a bowl with sesame oil and sesame seeds to taste. Use a small amount of the oil and taste to find correct amount. A little sesame oil goes a long way. Serve at room temperature. The directions are based on a well-used Ina Garten recipe found in “The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook.”
VERY BERRY PIE This simple version uses store bought pie crusts.
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A pint each of strawberries and raspberries, fresh or frozen unsweetened 1 cup each of blue berries and blackberries, fresh or frozen unsweetened 1 ⁄2 cup raw sugar, more may be needed if using frozen berries 1 ⁄4 cup quick-cooking tapioca A spray of lemon, maybe 1 teaspoon 1 tablespoon milk 1 tablespoon sugar Fresh berries are sweet as they are and probably don’t need any sugar added. The lemon adds a nice zing which, if using fresh berries, you won’t need.
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Follow the directions on the crust package for making a two-crust pie. If using frozen berries, allow time to thaw. Mix all of the berries. If using fresh berries taste the mix to determine if you will need sugar and lemon. If so, add the sugar and lemon with the tapioca, stir gently and pour into the bottom crust. The top crust can be cut in strips to make a lattice. It makes for a nice presentation and is easy to do. Trim, seal and flute the edges. Brush the top with milk and sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 350 degrees for 50 to 55 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on a wire rack.
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Unfortunately, sleep-related death is a leading cause of death for infants 1 month to 12 months of age, and tragically, most could be prevented. Sleep-related deaths include asphyxiation (suffocation), strangulation and entrapment. We know much more now about keeping babies safe for sleep than we did years ago. In October 2011, the American Academy of Pediatrics expanded its recommendations on safe sleep and more recently the national Back to Sleep campaign was renamed Safe to Sleep. These recommendations have expanded to emphasize the importance of back sleeping, sleeping alone on a firm surface that is clear of soft or loose objects and cautions against the use of tobacco, alcohol and illicit drugs during pregnancy and after birth. Often, one particular recommendation is overlooked. Included in the AAP’s statement on safe sleep is an explanation of the dangers of infants sleeping in baby gear or devices such as car seats, bouncy seats and swings: » Sitting devices, such as car
safety seats, strollers, swings, infant carriers and infant slings, are not recommended for routine sleep in the hospital or at home. Infants who are younger than 4 months are particularly at risk, because they might assume positions that can create risk of suffocation or airway obstruction. » If an infant falls asleep in a sitting device, he or she should be removed from the product and moved to a crib or other appropriate flat surface as soon as is practical. Car safety seats and similar products are not stable on a crib mattress or other elevated surfaces. Keep your baby safe for sleep — in a bassinet, Pack ‘N Play or crib. If you or someone you know is not able to afford a safe crib or bassinet, please call the Wood County Health Department for eligibility requirements to receive a Pack ‘N Play from the Wood County Cribs for Kids Program. The AAP’s full policy statement on safe infant sleep is available online at http://bit.ly/ ohuzQ Erica Sherman is a registered nurse at the Wood County Health Department.
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Keep kids safe from bugs, sun and injuries By Amy Herbst, MD For the YOU Magazine It’s no secret everyone’s ready to enjoy the summer warmth that eluded us for so many months in central Wisconsin. Dr. Amy Herbst Luckily, we’re blessed here with great opportunities ranging from cycling to camping. A few simple steps can keep your kids outside and out of the doctor’s office. The most frequent questions I get from parents each summer revolve around insect repellent, how to protect children from the sun and sports safety. When it comes to ticks and mosquitoes, which can carry Lyme disease and West Nile Virus, respectively, protect children 2 months and older with insect repellent that contains 10 percent to 30 percent DEET. For younger children, put your child in a carrier and cover it with a tight-fitting mosquito net. If possible, have them wear long-sleeve shirts and pants in areas dense with mosquitoes and ticks. The best way to protect kids from the sun is to cover them up. A hat with a three-inch brim, sunglasses that provide at least 99 percent UVA/UVB protection and cotton clothing with tight weaving provide ideal protection. Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or greater that shields against UVA and UVB rays. Reapply sunscreen every two hours and after swimming or sweating — no sunblock
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PARENTING IN THE AGE OF FACEBOOK
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YOU Magazine asks teenagers ‘When did you start using social media?’
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By Eli Marg For YOU Magazine Editor’s Note: Facebook, FaceTime, Snapchat, Vine, Pinterest and other social media sites are among the platforms teenagers are using to stay connected. Experts says parents need to be aware and vigilant about the sites and amount of time their young teenagers are using social platforms. YOU Magazine columnist Eli Marg, a junior at Stratford High School, asked classmates how old they were when they started using social media and what are some of the favorite sites. He also polled school parents for their opinions. We combine his findings with some tips for parents. Today’s generation of children are born in a much different world than their parents. Many telephones are being replaced by cellular phones. Textbooks are being replaced by students using tablets and computers. The development of the Internet has made the world more accessible. Today, not only can you research information, but people now can socialize with anyone in the world. Less than 50 years ago, the idea of doing such a thing was just a dream. We live in a world with not just one social network but many and more being developed. Many people agree that these sites have helped the world greatly, letting friends, family and fellow workers communicate with each other. The majority of students at Stratford High School asked when they began a Facebook account responded with the ages of 13 to 15. One student said that anyone under 13 should not be allowed on these sites, as they may use it to gossip online about people behind their back due to lack of maturity. Other students seem to agree that 14 or 15 is a good age to join these sites because at that point parents were less suspicious and more trusting in watching over their accounts. This is a normal method parents choose for their kids, making sure that they are not posting anything that may get them in trouble. Besides Facebook, students also use Twitter, MySpace and FaceTime.
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FACTORS TO CONSIDER ABOUT YOUR CHILD AND SOCIAL MEDIA » A key is the maturity of the child and the parent’s ability to follow-through and actively engage the child about Internet activity. » A child or teenager should ask your permission prior to going to a new site. If you don’t know anything about the site, learn about it online first. » Set ground rules with your child such as only “friend” someone you know, don’t be rude when you post, don’t post a picture without the person’s permission. » Monitor the amount of time your child is online and set appropriate limits. » Red flags about inappropriate use could be your child receiving unusual phone calls, your child attempts to hide online activity or your child’s behavior substantially changes. Compiled from information given by parents interviewed and Wisconsin Department of Justice.
An obstacle many parents are experiencing, however, when is the time right to let their children start an account? These sites have become especially popular among teenagers. The usual fad is to become “friends” with as many fellow classmates as possible. This can be a good way for nonsocial students to connect with other classmates more. Many parents have no clue when to let their kids join sites like Facebook. Of several students and adults asked when they believe the time is right, both age groups seem to agree mostly on the age of 13 to 14. Thirteen is the age looked upon as when someone goes from being a child, into a mature teenager officially. This plays a large role in deciding when it is a good time. However, many parents worry that children and teenagers may become victims of cyber-bullying. Some parents said teenagers shouldn’t use social media until 17 to prevent cyber-bullying. summer 2013
By Cherie Schmidt For YOU Magazine Summer is just around the corner, and with that, many moms will be faced with the infamous phrase, “Mom, I’m bored. There’s nothing to do.” Here are 12 creative ideas that Cherie Schmidt is will keep your kids of all ages, even a mother of two teens, occupied this summer. teenagers and 1. Set up a list of indoor and lives in outdoor scavenger hunts. Even on a Marshfield. rainy day, this could be an adventure. You could turn it into a treasure hunt. Try www.scavengerhunt.org or for older kids/teens and adults check out www.coolest-parties.com. 2. Make some moon sand. This will keep young kids entertained for quite some time. Simple recipe: 8 cups flour and 1 cup baby oil, mix and play. 3. Set up a craft day. Pinterest is full of crafty ideas from button bracelets to making your sidewalk chalk. 4. Have your child/children plan a picnic and make or help make all the fixings. 5. Write a story and have your children illustrate and color it. Or have them make a picture book. 6. Have a car wash in the driveway and wash all the vehicles, bikes and tricycles. 7. Volunteer for an elderly neighbor. Pull weeds, mow lawn, carry groceries, get the mail, take out the garbage, make a flower arrangement and send it. 8. Try geocaching. It’s similar to a treasure hunt, using a GPS device. There is a great website to check out for detailed information. www.geocaching.com. This website explains what exactly geocaching is along with where in Marshfield you go geocaching. It’s a lot of fun and a great way to get exercise and explore. 9. Camp in your backyard. Who says you need the weekend to go camping? Pick a weekday night and let the kids sleep outside. Set up the tent, make a fire in the fire pit and roast some s’mores. 10. Create a photo journal. Let the kids go happy with the camera this summer and see what they can put together. Then before school, recollect all the fun and silly moments you shared. 11. Try stargazing. Get a star gazer book from the library or explore the Internet then see how many constellations your kids can find. 12. It’s summer. What better way to spend a summer afternoon, than getting wet? A water balloon fight or sprinklers are great. Get a couple of sponges and a bucket of water and have sponge fights or throw them at a bullseye for competition. Let the fun begin!
Books share different kinds of family ties By Terri Schlichenmeyer For YOU Magazine
despite the worry it causes her mother. This book will make you cry (a little), but it’ll also warm your heart. And there you are … three excellent books to share with anybody in your family. Happy Reading!
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hen you need advice, you know where to find it. Mom’s always ready with good insight, so you could ask her. Dad is wise beyond belief, you’ve got a favorite aunt you lean on now and then, and of course, there’s always your sister with a kind word. Where would you be without family? And where would you be without a good book on family, love and relationships? First, marriage, betrayal and more betrayal are at the root of “Vow: A Memoir of Marriage (and Other Affairs)” by Wendy Plump. Years ago, Plump got married, and she cheated, three times. Then she had a family and her husband cheated on her. Betrayal? Payback? Either way, that was something Plump couldn’t abide, and this is her story. It’ll make you think about the nature of truth in relationships and how trust really is a two-way street. But let’s say you’ve decided that you don’t want to have a family. No kids for you, no how. If that’s on your mind, then you’ll
Terri grew up in Granton (Class of ’78), where she was known for “always reading” and for her ability to name all the presidents in order.
find a kindred spirit in “I Can Barely Take Care of Myself: Tales from a Happy Life Without Kids” by Jen Kirkman. Long ago, when she was small, comedian Kirkman decided that she wanted to remain child-free. But, of course, everybody has an opinion on that and this is her funny, don’t-push-me answer to her friends and to total strangers who feel the need to pry. If you’ve always thought diapers were a downer, then this is a book you’ll want. Finally, if your current kids have four legs, then look for “Cats & Daughters” by Helen Brown. It’s a wonderful story of cancer, cats and a daughter who has to make her own way in the world,
Terri Schlichenmeyer is the Bookworm. She has been reading since she was 3 years old and never goes anywhere without a book. She now lives on a hill in Wisconsin with two dogs and 12,000 books. She can be reached at bookwormsez@ yahoo.com.
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While planning a financial future can be a challenge for anyone, juggling life as a busy professional, wife, mom and caregiver can be downright daunting. Like many women, you may feel financially insecure. It takes courage to admit one does not know or does not know enough. Humility in the world of finance may give better results than being bold, assertive and wrong. You may be less comfortable with the jargon used in finance. Those of us in the financial world assume people know the technical terms, few bother to explain them and as a result most people do not have a clue what they mean. You can be intelligent and still have questions. Today, we’re living longer — the U.S. Census Bureau reports current life expectancy of a female at birth is almost 81 years, compared with 75 years for a male. Nine in 10 women will be solely responsible for their finances at some
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THINGS TO DO: MARSHFIELD AND SURROUNDING AREA Exhibits & Museums Governor Upham Mansion (212 W. Third St., Marshfield; 715-387-3322) » Restored home of former Wisconsin governor William Henry Upham, this house represents mid-Victorian architecture at its finest. Ongoing exhibit is of the Blum Brothers box company that made wooden cheese boxes in Marshfield. “Wedding Dresses” is the featured exhibit during the months of June, July and August. Upham Mansion is open for public tours from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday. LuCille Tack Center Gallery (300 School St., Spencer; 715-659-4499) » Student artwork by Spencer High School students, done in a variety of mediums, showcases the students’ creativity, experimentation and expression. Runs May 6 to May 31. Exhibits may be viewed during opening receptions, at the time of a performance and by appointment. New Visions Gallery (Marshfield Clinic lobby, 1000 N. Oak Ave., Marshfield; 715-387-5562) » “Artwork by Alexander Landerman”: Landerman, a Stevens Point artist, works primarily with wood type letterpress, charcoal, ink and conte on paper. Runs through June 28. » “Culture & Agriculture” is an annual, juried exhibition offering a wide variety of technique, media, process and subject matter, all relating to agriculture. Runs July 8 to Aug. 30. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Highground Learning Center (W7031 Ridge Road, Neillsville. Call 715-748-4224) » “World War II Tribute-Ghost Army … A Vision of History” is an extraordinary story of The Ghost Army – an exceptional U.S. Army unit is available in this traveling exhibit: May be viewed during the months of June and July. » “Living Through the Forgotten War – Portrait of Korea” features 30 black and white photographs accompanied by thorough captions that explain the history and culture context of the images. May viewed during the months of August and September. Learning Center hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Thomas House Center for History (103 S. Central Ave., Marshfield; 715-384-5867) » A military exhibit, “Lest We Forget,” is the special feature. Open 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, 11 a.m. to
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Music Chestnut Avenue Center for the Arts (208 S. Chestnut Ave., Marshfield; 715-389-8999) » Bless the Maker (Gospel and Bluegrass): 7 p.m. June 28. Tickets: $10. » We Banjo 3 (Irish/American Old-Time): 7 p.m. Aug. 8. Tickets: TBA Columbia Park (201 W. Arnold St., Marshfield; VOX concert series; free admission, food donations for local food pantries encouraged.) » An Evening of Music with Elenowen and Amy Stroup: 6 p.m. June 1. » An Evening of Music with Carley Baer and Adam Levy: 6 p.m. June 8. » An Evening of Music with Kaivama and The Polka Chicks: 6 p.m. June 13. » An Evening of Music with Victoria Vox and guest Betsy Tanenbaum: 6 p.m. June 20. » An Evening of Music with Jeffrey Foucault and Peter Mulvey: 6 p.m. June 29. » An Evening of Music with The Vespers: 6 p.m. July 6. » An Evening of Music with Sonia Rao and Michael Shynes: 6 p.m. July 20. » An Evening of Music with Roes & Revolutions; 6 p.m. July 27. » An Evening of Music with Mike Mangione and The Union: 6 p.m. Aug. 10. » An Evening of Music with AG and Garrison Starr: 6 p.m. Aug. 14. » An Evening of Music with Joe Firstman: 6 p.m. Aug. 16.
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» Race nights: Marshfield Motor Speedway (Fan gates open at 4:30 p.m., Qualifying at 5 p.m., and racing begins at 6:30 p.m. (excludes specials). Go to www.marshfieldspeedway.com for this year’s schedule. June 1: ATV pulls; Power-Pac, Marshfield June 1-2: Colby Outdoor Craft & Flea Market, Parkplace Road, north of Colby Industrial Park June 1: Dairyfest Cheese Chase, contact Marshfield Area YMCA June 1-2: WAPHC Spring Fling Appaloosa Horse Show; Marshfield Fairgrounds Park June 1-2: Children’s Miracle Network Celebration, Ministry Saint Joseph’s Hospital June 6-9: Stratford Heritage Days, Klemme Park June 7: Picnic in the Park and Civic Band Concert, Columbia Park, Marshfield June 7-8: North Central Rodeo Days, Brecke Rodeo Grounds, Medford June 8: Dairyfest (parade in downtown on Saturday; many other events at Marshfield Fairgrounds Park) June 8: Pie & Ice Cream Social, Upham Mansion, Marshfield June 8: Flag Day ceremony, The Highground, Neillsville June 8: “Make A Wish” truck convoy, Fairgrounds, Neillsville June 14: George Carden Circus, Marshfield Fairgrounds Park June 14-16: Dorchester Days June 14-16: Withee Days June 14: Blues in the Zoo, Wildwood Park & Zoo, Marshfield June 15: WTPA Truck and Tractor Pull, Dorchester June 15: Zoofest, Wildwood Park & Zoo, Marshfield June 15-16: Camping with The Critters, Wildwood Park & Zoo, Marshfield June 15-16: Gilman June Dairy Days June 15-16: District 4 Holstein Show, Marshfield Fairgrounds Park June 19: Wild Wednesday, Wildwood Park Pavilion, Marshfield June 20-23: ABATE of Wisconsin Summer Hummer Rally, ABATE Acres, Greenwood June 20-23: Cranberry Blossom Fest, Wisconsin Rapids June 21-23: Willard Polka Fest, Willard Community
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Center June 21-23: Midwest Renewable Energy Fair, Amherst June 21-23: Auburndale Music Festival, Auburndale Village Park June 22: Blessed Assurance Gospel Fest, Clark County Fairgrounds, Neillsville June 22: Thorp Lions Demolition Derby, Northside Park June 23: Annual MARCC Garden Tour, Marshfield June 27-30: National Fur Takers of America, Marshfield Fairgrounds Park June 28: Drive-in Movie Night, Marshfield Fairgrounds Park June 29: Fireworks, The Highground, Neillsville June 28-29: Prairie Fire Children’s Theater “Aladdin and His Magic Lamp”; Pittsville Auditorium July 3-4: Pittsville celebration including Fire Department Heart & Sole Road Race on July 3. July 4: Civic Band Concert, Columbia Park, Marshfield July 4: Strawberries & Cream Festival, Medford July 4: Independence Day Observance, The Highground, Neillsville July 4: Polish Heritage Picnic, Northside Park, Thorp July 4: Concert in the Park, George Scherer Athletic Park, Greenwood. July 6: “Levis/Trow 100” Mountain Bike Race; Clark County July 6: Greenwood Dairy Days 38-mile Bicycle Race, George Scherer Athletic Park, Greenwood July 10: Wild Wednesday, Wildwood Park Pavilion, Marshfield July 10: Civic Band Concert, Columbia Park, Marshfield July 10: Concert in the Park, George Scherer Athletic Park, Greenwood. July 10: Evening in the Park, Klemme Park, Stratford July 11-13: Badger Motor Coach Rally, Marshfield Fairgrounds Park July 11-14: Neillsville Heritage Days July 11-14: Iola Old Car Show & Swap Meet July 12-14: Owen Junior Fair, Millpond Park, Owen July 13: ATV pulls, Junction City July 13: Race Night, Marshfield Motor Speedway July 13: Archie Fest bluegrass festival, Mondeaux Dam Lodge, Westboro July 14: ATV pulls, near Mill Pond, Owen July 19: ATV pulls, Colby July 19-21: Colby Cheese Days July 17: Wild Wednesday, Wildwood Park Pavilion, Marshfield July 20: Slam Fest, Marshfield Motor Speedway July 24: Wild Wednesday, Wildwood Park Pavilion, Marshfield July 25-28: Taylor County Fair, Medford July 26-27: Hub City Days, downtown Marshfield July 27: Hub City Days Duathlon, UW-Marshfield/Wood County July 27-28: North Central Classics & Customs Auto Fest, Medford City Park July 30-Aug. 4: Wisconsin Valley Fair, Wausau Aug. 1: Mustache Party, Wildwood Station Pavilion, Marshfield Aug. 1-4: Annual Bicycle Tour, The Highground, Neillsville July 31: Wild Wednesday, Wildwood Station Pavilion, Marshfield Aug. 2: ACS Relay for Life-Marshfield Area, Marshfield Middle School Aug. 2: ATV pulls, Kandy Kane Park, Arpin
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THINGS TO DO: WISCONSIN RAPIDS AND SURROUNDING AREA Exhibits & Museums ALEXANDER HOUSE CENTER FOR ART AND HISTORY (1131 Wisconsin River Drive, Port Edwards, 715-887-3442) The Alexander House, a Center for Art and History, is a combination of an art gallery with frequently changing displays and historical center, with displays emphasizing the local lumbering and paper making industry. The center is located in a stately, old colonial home on the banks of the Wisconsin River. The Alexander House is open from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays or by appointment. » Variety of two-and three-dimensional works featured in the Very Special Arts Wisconsin traveling children’s and adult’s collection through July 23. » Watercolor paintings by Connie Henke of Wisconsin Rapids, with pottery and sculpture by Nancy Briggs of Des Moines, Iowa. July 26 to Sept. 10. COUNTRY QUILT SHOW OF COLOMA, 8 a.m. to 3p.m. June 29, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 30, Follett Community Center, Front Street, Coloma. SOUTH WOOD COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM (40 Third St. S., Wisconsin Rapids. 715-423-1580, www.swch-museum.com.) This year, museum exhibits will focus on the Battle of Gettysburg during the Civil War. Updates have been to the School Room exhibit and General Store area. Hours are 1 p.m. to 4 p.m Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, beginning May 26.
Theater and Entertainment ComedySportz, 7 p.m. May 30, Wild Horse Banquet Hall, 9031 Highway WW, Kellner. Three-player exhibition match featuring an hour of fast-paced improvisational comedy games and scenes all based on audition suggestions and participation. Volunteers are welcomed, and encouraged, to join the players for games and scenes. Tickets are $15 advance purchase or $20 at the door. Dinner and show for two is $55.
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