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FROM THE EDITOR:
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his is the time of the year when the wonderful scents of baking cookies, pine boughs and fragrant, glowing candles fill the air. It’s the time of the year for family festivities and parties with friends where gifts are exchanged and the holiday spirit is shared. Everyone delights in celebrating the shift from the fall to winter season for a variety of reasons. As you plan for gift shopping, holiday baking or need some time to unwind, you’ll find ideas and inspiration in the pages of the winter edition of YOU Magazine. From inspiring stories, to festive food and shopping secrets, there’s a reason to be turning these pages to find the next clever idea. This time of the year when leafing through other magazines and newspapers, there is no lack of information about gift ideas. We are pummeled with advertising about the latest toys for children and the newest must-have electronic device. But there’s a gift that each one of us can easily give that can make a big difference — a donation of time, talents or cash to help an organization in your community to help others. The women on our covers — Sharon Helwig of Marshfield and Tari Jahns of Wisconsin Rapids — share their passions for making a difference in their communities by being advocates for the United Way. So much can be accomplished by starting to make change one person at a time, these women say. They share their stories about how United Way helps our communities to thrive and effect change for the good of all. While we include many gift giving ideas in this edition of YOU Magazine, our TOP 10 feature includes ways that anyone can help to make the holidays better for others. Some ways are simple – write a a check, while other ideas involve your time. A good way to instill in children the giving spirit is to include them in a project that helps others. It’s also a nice way to build traditions and memories with family. The United Way offices in Marshfield and Wisconsin Rapids use monetary donations to care for the families, children and elderly in our communities. Sometimes a donation in a person’s name to an organization or cause the gift-recipient supports is the best gift you can give. Happy Holidays! — Liz Welter
YOU M AGA Z I NE S TA F F Publisher Mike Beck General Manager Jonathan Gnieser Editor Liz Welter Advertising Manager Tara Marcoux Contributing Writers Deb Cleworth, Kris Leonhardt, Cherie Schmidt, Breanna Speth, June Thompson and Laura Ullman Operations Manager Terri Hansen Photography Deb Cleworth, Casey Lake, Breanna Speth, Kris Leonhardt and Megan McCormick Design Amanda Holladay
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CONTENTS: FEATURES
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6 Wisconsin Rapids Cover Story
Passion for people
CHILDREN AND FAMILY 56 Food Choices for Your Baby
Guide to knowing what food to introduce
10 Marshfield Cover Story
57 Exercise Outside
Helping United Way, community to thrive
Tips to promote fitness in the winter
14 Makeover
A bit of pampering makes this mom’s day
THIS AND THAT
19 Top 10
58 Gifts to Please Anyone On Your List
Last minute gift ideas that help your community
20 Your Pets
Local businesses offer unique gifts
Rescued dog finds a forever home
60 Book Review: “Murders and Nerdy Girls Work Late”
22 Shops We Love
Country Freckles, Wisconsin Rapids
Local attorney writes unusual first mystery novel
26 Shops We Love
HEALTH, BEAUTY, FASHION
Wickersham Jewelry, Marshfield
44 Forever Friends Create a Family
28 Women to Know
Gertrude Hendler, Missy Cook, Judy Clark and Lisa Schutz
A good life fostered through support of good friends
HOME 38 Decorating Ideas
46 Connections – A Network for Women
Re-purposed accessories, furniture found at Resurrect, Neillsville
Women find professional and personal enrichment
42 Do-It-Yourself
48 Bring it Home Fitness
62 Caught You Looking Good?
Photos from the Miss Wisconsin Rapids Area Pageant and the Auction of Champions in Marshfield.
66 Things To Do
What’s happening in our communities
Reach fitness goals with in-home trainer
Easy gift ideas
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50 Fashion Trends Wearable Art
FOOD 52 Recipes
Ideas for a memorable holiday dinner
54 Cookies for Christmas Family-friendly recipes to make anytime
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Giving spirit is year-round By Deb Cleworth | For YOU Magazine
Tari Jahns, chief executive officer at United Way of Inner Wisconsin talks to a supporter at McDonald’s in Wisconsin Rapids during The 41st annual United Way Day. CASEY LAKE/YOU MAGAZINE
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Tari and her family take their dog, Max, for a walk. MEGAN MCCORMICK/YOU MAGAZINE
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busy woman — she is a wife, mother and, for the past six years, she’s been the chief executive officer at United Way of Inner Wisconsin. She and her husband, Randy, a deputy chief with the Wisconsin Rapids Police Department, are the parents of, Grace, 8, and Allison, 6, who both attend THINK Academy in Rudolph. “It’s a lot to juggle,” she said.
“I probably have the most wonderful husband; he does as much running with the girls as I do.” The girls take piano and dance lessons and participate in 4-H and Girl Scout activities. Tari also helps out with the Miss Wisconsin Rapids Area Scholarship pageant and helps at her church. “It doesn’t stop at 5 p.m.,” Tari, 39, says with a smile. Still, giving back to the community she was born and raised in
is more than just a United Way motto for the Jahns family. Tari graduated with a degree in business retail and marketing, and she worked in retail for more than 10 years. “I love the pace of retail,” she says. But that giving spirit was always there. “It’s actually kind of funny,” Tari says. “I was recruited to be a campaign solicitor (for the Rapids
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“Giving is certainly a personal choice and it needs to be something you are connected to. For our family, that’s church and United Way.” TARI JAHNS
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Tari sorts through books from the Make a Difference Day drive. MEGAN MCCORMICK/YOU MAGAZINE
Tari supervises her daughters, Alison, 6, left, and Grace, 8, right, in the kitchen as they prepare tacos for dinner. MEGAN MCCORMICK/YOU MAGAZINE
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Mall) for United Way.” She volunteered for United Way in a variety of capacities for 15 years before actually being hired by the organization. She was a campaign superhero one year, a loaned executive and also chaired the community impact committee. “Once we had kids, I’d always say to Randy, ‘Someday I’m going to work at United Way, where I can just feel good about the work I’m doing every day.’” For Tari, that day came sooner than later — Allison was 8 months old when she started with the nonprofit organization.
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The girls are growing up in an atmosphere of giving back. When it’s appropriate, Tari will take her daughters to United Way events. “Definitely a giving spirit is something we work hard to instill in our daughters,” Taris says. She’s overheard her daughters tell people: “My mom works at United Way, where they help people every day.” “Giving is certainly a personal choice, and it needs to be something you’re connected to,” Tari says. “For our family, that’s church and United Way.” Tari is passionate about letting people know about the challenges
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Tari Jahns, vice president of the Rotary Club of Wisconsin Rapids Noon Club, talks Nov. 4 during the club’s meeting in Wisconsin Rapids. CASEY LAKE/YOU MAGAZINE
community members face and how United Way can help. “I think it’s pretty well known out there that no gift is too small,” she says. As the annual campaign wraps up, she hopes people see giving — both of time and money — is really a year-round effort. “We can all go about our daily lives and have no clue there are people who are homeless, because it’s easy not to see.” Making a difference at home, in the community and in her job is a way of life. “I enjoy that fact that we’re doing different work throughout the year,” she says. “I really enjoy working with community members.” Tari gets involved at many levels. “After a year of planning, in 2012, we launched United Way’s Women’s Leadership Council,” she said. “This has been a great adventure for me — not only as a staff person, but also as a member.” Members of the group make an annual investment and those
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funds, as well as funds from the annual Power of the Purse fundraiser, go to support early-grade learning focused on literacy. “It’s a great way for women of the community to unite, show their power as charitable givers and focus on a very important cause,” she said. And while she might miss the hustle and bustle of the holiday retail rush, she does appreciate the other side of the register. “It’s nice; I actually take time off at Christmas, which was unheard of in retail,” Tari says. She admits she doesn’t do downtime well — it might be that retail spirit. “The day after Thanksgiving is my favorite day in retail,” she admits. “I’m still one of the first people in line. I even like to go if I don’t have anything to get.”
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Dan and Sharon Helwig look over blueprints of the Prairie Run subdivision in their kitchen. MEGAN MCCORMICK/YOU MAGAZINE
Caring for the community
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Helwig’s passion for the Marshfield Area United Way is evident as she speaks about her role as chairperson. Her eyes fill with tears when she recounts some of the things she’s experienced. “I wish everyone were able to
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visit those places and hear the stories. It’s been amazing — quite eye-opening,” Sharon says about hearing firsthand accounts from people helped in the community because of United Way. Sharon and her husband, Dan, are the co-chairmen for the United Way campaign. They toured all of the organizations that receive United Way funding each year. There was the case of the
family living in a tent in a park, she says. The father had health issues and couldn’t work. The money ran out, and the family had to move out of their home. Sharon says another case involved a young boy who was waiting at the junior high for a ride home from his parents. When they didn’t show, he started walking home, in just a T-shirt — in January. A coach offered him a ride and found out that the boy
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didn’t own a winter coat. Incidents like this could happen to anyone, Sharon says. “It could be the accident or illness you are not expecting. Medical bills trip people up. A lot of things can happen and not because you did anything wrong or because you deserved it. It’s just that life happens,” she says. And that, Sharon says, is where United Way comes into
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Sharon Helwig delivers meals for United Way's Home Delivered Meals this past summer. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO play. It funds the programs that help these people. Together, Sharon and Dan have toured some of the 30 organizations that are helped by United Way. The new transitional center is one of those programs. It will house up to 12 families. Mary’s Place takes in people who have nowhere else to go. Youth Net also receives funding. That’s a program that offers students a safe place to go after school and the use of a computer. When Sharon isn’t campaigning around the community, she is showing houses to prospective
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buyers. She started Remax Realty 10 years ago. Her husband is an architect with his business, Design Unlimited. They just celebrated their 41st wedding anniversary. They live in Prairie Run, a housing development designed by Dan. Times are pretty good now, but Sharon remembers when her life was more difficult. “I know what it’s like to stand in line in the grocery store and figure out what you can buy. You look back and see how it could have been you as well as anyone. It’s a blessing to have good health and work.”
Sharon Helwig updates the United Way campaign total in early November. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
The couple has three grown sons and three young grandsons. Sharon’s face lights up as she talks about spending time with her family. “We have a place up north on a lake and go there with the kids whenever possible. My work is mostly nights and weekends so we don’t get away as much as we’d like to. But we spend holidays together there.” Sharon likes to attend local fundraisers and volunteers her time at other events, such as Winter Wonderland. “One year it was bitterly cold, and one year it rained. It’s a cool thing to see the
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generosity involved with people bringing their bags of food.” She also bought coats for the United Way coat drive. “I feel like I have to give back. It’s not a chore. It’s something that you feel is your calling. It’s pretty easy actually.” As for the family who lived in the park, they were put into a program that found housing for them, and the dad was able to return to work. And Sharon says that happy ending makes it worth the time and effort. “We are really glad we became chairpersons, and would encourage anyone else to do it.”
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Makeover Magic A BIT OF PAMPERING GOES A LONG WAY By YOU Magazine Staff Photos by Megan McCormick
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odi was tired of her hairstyle and asked Randi Roginski, a stylist at Studio 211, to create a new look for her. “I didn’t know what I wanted, but I knew I wanted to keep most of the length and a softer look for fall,” says Jodi. From Randi’s perspective, she knew Jodi’s chunky blonde highlights needed to go, she says. “For Jodi’s color she wanted more softness. She didn’t want quite so much dimension, so we darkened and added warmth to her color. I also used some very soft tonal highlight to add dimension to the color without the maintenance of contrasting pieces,” says Randi. Since Jodi wanted to retain her long hair, Randi says she softened Jodi’s hairstyle by layering the cut. “I gently softened and shortened her existing layers while adding a long face-framing bang around her face,” Randi says about Jodi’s cut. The haircut looks great without curling and is also conducive to holding a curl when using rollers or an iron, says Jodi. “Randi did a really great job giving my hair some depth without having the chunky blonde highlights. I absolutely love the color,” says Jodi.
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odi says the difference in her skin and the amount of inches lost through body sculpting was surprising and impressive. “I could see the difference because Echo did one of my legs first and I compared it to the leg she hadn’t worked on, and it was amazing,” Jodi says about the soft, smooth and firm skin on the completed leg. “The body sculpting was amazing,” Jodi says about her body sculpting experience where she lost almost five inches. Body sculpting reduces cellulite as well as tightening, toning and defining the body, says Echo Means, who owns and manages the business. By reducing the cellulite, body sculpting tightens and firms a person’s skin. The skin is treated with a detoxifying micro current, Echo says. “Fatty cellulite is emulsified and driven into the lymphatic system via the micro currents combined with a light suction technique,” she says. From there, the toxins are filtered and 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. A treatment usually lasts for 21 days, Echo says. It will last as
long as the client eats healthy food and exercises. Making the most of the body sculpting through exercise has been a benefit for her, Jodi says. “I want to keep my metabolism up to maintain my skin and keep off the inches,” she says. 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 skin’s natural elasticity, she says. The facial is similar to a nonsurgical facial lift, Echo says. Micro currents clean and feed the skin so that it brightens and tones, giving a visible glow. It also reduces fine line and wrinkles while slimming and defining the facial features to restore a youthful appearance, she says. “I loved the facial. My skin really glowed,” says Jodi. The entire makeover experience was a fun way to be pampered, Jodi says. “Most of these things I don’t have the time to do. Planning it like this made me find the time, and I enjoyed all of it,” Jodi says. “I wanted to do this because I felt like I was in a rut. Doing the same ol’ hairstyle, same ol’ look. This was a fun way to learn and see how to shake things up a bit,” she says.
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❶ Ronald McDonald House. Dedicated to helping families with severe child illnesses who are receiving care from the medical facility in Marshfield. 715-387-5899 Monetary donations, volunteer and donations of various food, office times, household items and larger needs, such as lawn mower. Check out the website at www.rmhcmarshfield.org for detailed list of volunteers and other donations.
❻ Donate nonperishable goods to the South Wood Emergency Pantry Shelf. The pantry is at First Congregational Church-UCC, 311 Second St. S., Wisconsin Rapids. Monetary donations are used to purchase perishable goods including dairy products, meat and produce.
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Marshfield Area Pet Shelter. Information is at the website is www.marshfieldpetshelter.org. Volunteer or monetary donations to help build a shelter for homeless pets. Wish list items needed: Purina Cat and Kitten Chow, scoopable litter, toys, treats, carriers and crates, to name a few. Check the website for full list and how you can help.
❸ Hannah Center. 715-387-6300. Website: www.hannahcenter.com. Volunteer, monetary donations and wish list items. Please visit website for full list. ❹
Marshfield Community Foundation. 715384-9029. Website: www.marshfieldarea communityfoundation.org Volunteer or monetary donations. Helping the community through education, environmental needs, religion, along with sports and leisure to name a few. Check the website to see how you can help this public charity organization and your community.
❺ Marshfield Area United Way supports a variety of community organizations that help people. Call 715-384-9992 or go to the website www.marshfieldareaunitedway.org
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❼ Donate new or gently used hats, mittens, boots,
jackets, coats and snow pants to the Kiwanis International Coats for Kids. Items will be accepted through Dec. 15 at Wal-Mart, 4331 Eighth St. S., The Rapids Mall, 555 W. Grand Ave., Immanuel Lutheran Church, 111 11 St. N., Solarus, 440 E. Grand Ave., Bull’s Eye Credit Union, 1930 Eighth St. S., and Tradition Cleaners, 540 E. Grand Ave., all in Wisconsin Rapids.
❽ The Wisconsin Rapids Firefighters are working with the Coats for Kids Foundation to provide new, American-made coats for than 100 children in the Wisconsin Rapids Public Schools. Help out by sending a donation, go to www.operationwarm.org/ wisconsin-rapids. Checks can be made payable to Operation Warm, and sent to Operation Warm, P.O. Box 822431, Philadelphia, PA 19182-2431. Indicate on your check or a note that you would like your donation credited to the Wisconsin Rapids Firefighters. This is an ongoing effort, so funds will also go to purchase coats next year.
❾ Check out the Volunteer Center link on the United Way of Inner Wisconsin website to find ways to give to the community all year-round. www.uwiw.org.
❿ There are multiple ways to give back to the community through Incourage Community Foundation. Go to http://incouragecf.org and click on “Give.” Online giving options include the Stock the Shelves campaign and Rome library expansion.
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Boxer goes from stinky dog to snuggly pet By Breanna Speth For YOU Magazine
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s a small-animal veterinarian at Woodland Veterinary Clinic in Wisconsin Rapids, Kristie Ponce dedicates her day to helping furry family members. When she adopted Sullivan, her expertise became useful at home. After seeing the 1-year-old boxer mix on the South Wood County Humane Society’s adoptable pet website last fall, Kristie and her family were in love. Kristie, along with husband Mario, sons Jaden and Gabe and dog Jags, visited the long-term shelter resident and knew he was a great fit for their family. “Sully was friendly and confident without being over-bearing, and he got along great with Jags, so … we took him!” Kristie says. At the time of his adoption, Sullivan was thin and had horrible gas. “We’re talking clear-theroom, make-your-eyes-water, I-can-practically-see-green-fog gas,” Kristie says. “He was hungry all the time, and ate things like socks and toys when he couldn’t find any food to steal. He started vomiting, first just once a week, then more frequently, until he got to the point of not being able to hold anything down at all.” Donning her veterinarian hat, Kristie performed an exploratory abdominal surgery on Sullivan and found that his entire gastrointestinal tract, from his stomach to his colon, was abnormal. “I took a bunch of biopsies, and found out that he had eosinophilic inflammatory bowel disease: most
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Dr. Kristie Ponce and her dog Sullivan in Wisconsin Rapids. CASEY LAKE/YOU MAGAZINE likely a food allergy that was destroying his intestines, kind of like celiac disease in people,” she says. Now on a hydrolyzed protein diet, Sullivan has been doing great. “He has a normal appetite now, has gained some weight, and — the best part — no more poison
gas!” says Kristie, who hopes that all pet parents take the time to talk to a trusted veterinarian about any health issues their pets may have. “There is so much information at our fingertips now-a-days, but unfortunately, a lot of it is false,” says Kristie. “If someone gives
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The coffee shop, with a full espresso bar, is “Tin Roof Coffee,” and it’s tucked into a cozy corner in the back of the store. A drivethrough makes it convenient for customers in a hurry. Tin Roof Coffee features locally ground brews from Atomic Joe’s Coffee Co., owned by Joe and Alice Wallner of the Wisconsin Rapids area. “We wanted coffee that was local,” Smidowicz said. One of the flavors is sold under a special name for Country Freckles. “We love our hookers and we even have coffee — it’s Atomic Joe’s Sumatra, but we call it ‘Hooker’s Hootch,’” Smidowicz said. The coffee’s tagline reads: “Full-bodied, hot winter 2013
and steamy, to hook the night away.” Before people get the wrong idea, it should be understood — the hookers are a group of ladies … who meet every Thursday at the store to engage in rug hooking. “My favorite part is the wool (for sale) … all the creative ideas,” said Joy Close, a regular hooker and customer. “It’s a nice friendly place; I like the coffee shop.” The store name is a combination of her love for country décor, which is found in every corner of the store, and for her dog, Freckles, who died in September 2012. “I have dogs for children, and my Cocker Spaniel was Freckles,” she said. Continued on page 24
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COUNTRY FRECKLES AND TIN ROOF COFFEE » 1010 Eighth St. S., Wisconsin Rapids » Country decor, rug hooking supplies, coffee » Open 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. » The store can be reached at 715-424-5756. Check out the blog at www.countryfreckles.blogsport.com, or on Facebook.
Smidowicz tries to offer as many USA-made products as possible, as well as handmade and other products from local and area vendors, like Cathy Stephan of Red Barn Rugs, Hamburg, who offers the hooking workshops and hand-dyed woolens. The store also is a gathering place for Bible groups and book clubs, Smidowicz said. “So, that’s kind of fun,” Smidowicz said. As the hookers finished up a recent session, some stopped under the tin roof near the center of the store to pay for another purchase. Smidowicz embarks in a conversation — it’s like stopping by a neighbor’s house for coffee and enjoying a cookie or scone. “I like the camaraderie,” said Kris O’Day of Saratoga. “I love to sit here, because it’s homey; it’s very comfortable.” And that’s just how Smidowicz likes it.
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Kris O’Day shows off a rug she is hooking at Country Freckles.
Country Freckles and Tin Roof Coffee are located in Wisconsin Rapids.
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Wickersham Jewelry Story and Photos by Breanna Speth For YOU Magazine ARSHFIELD — Choosing a gift for a friend or loved one can be a challenging task, and jewelry especially can be daunting to the untrained shopper. Fortunately, with emphasis on customization, education, and consultation, Wickersham Jewelry helps customers choose the perfect piece for anyone’s style and taste. A family owned and operated business with three locations in Wisconsin, with the slogan of “If you can dream it, we can make it!” since 1959 Wickersham has been helping transform wishes into reality. At the new store location on Marshfield’s north side, Sales Associate Janet Roth and Store
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Manager Monica DeSantisTackes, along with the rest of the Wickersham staff, are eager to showcase their custom jewelry. “We have an assortment of merchandise, something for everyone,” says Janet. Everything from diamond pendants, earrings, bracelets, and pearls to precious and semi-precious gems, sterling silver, charm bracelets, and watches sparkles under the brightly lit showcases. There is something for every stage of life, from wedding bands to baby gifts. Also popular are cellphone covers and jewelry boxes. Along with the products comes exceptional service. “Wickersham Jewelry offers custom made pieces, on-site goldsmith services, which include repairs, battery changes, same day inspection and
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cleanings,” says Monica. “For purchases we offer free appraisals, first time ring sizing, soldering of bridal set, and Bridal Borrow benefit.” Merchandise comes from all over the world, sometimes directly from the manufacturer. “Our owners right now are planning a trip to Israel to buy loose diamonds directly,” says Janet, adding. “Our merchandise in the store comes from many different vendors and suppliers, ranging from here in Wisconsin to New York and Canada.” It isn’t just the sparkling diamonds and charming pendants that make a visit to Wickersham enjoyable. “From the moment someone
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Creating beauty with paper, scissors and imagination Story and Photos by Breanna Speth For YOU Magazine
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time Gertrude Hendler, 93, bought a greeting card, “M*A*S*H” was still on the air, Jimmy Carter was president and most of the world had never heard of the Internet. Since 1979, when a spinal operation confined her mobility for a few years, Gertrude has been making her own greeting cards using a technique native to her German homeland. Scherenschnitte, or “paper cutting” as it is called in the U.S., involves thin black paper, white cardstock, a silhouette pattern and a very fine pair of scissors that Gertrude orders from Switzlerland. “You’ll really see this more in Germany,” says Gertrude, who immigrated to Wisconsin in 1953. Now living in Marshfield with her
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son, Peter, and daughter-in-law, Inge, Gertrude spends hours nestled on the living room couch with her craft box, making beautiful homemade greeting cards for family and friends. “It’s a process. It’s not just sit down and cutting,” says Inge about the cards Gertrude makes. “The paper is so thin, that when it’s all cut out, it curls. Then she has to glue it onto the cards, and she has to make sure she has it glued on straight. Then she puts weights on it overnight.” Gertrude finishes every card by signing her initials and drawing a tiny scissors. A natural artist, Gertrude has enjoyed many different crafts throughout her lifetime, all of them self-taught. As she sat doodling and doing other crafty activities after her surgery, Gertrude recalled the German craft of scherenschnitte and made her first card for her grandson Kevin’s birthday. He still has it in a
frame. “Gertrude was just doing a lot of art things and remembered it from years ago,” says Inge. “From there it just evolved.” Although for a few years her cards were for sale at New Visions Gallery, now Gertrude just makes her cards for friends and family, including all of her grandchildren’s and great-grandchildren’s birthdays and special occasions. At one time she was making about 40 Christmas cards every year. “The kids would be shocked if they got a store-bought card,” says Inge. As she works, with her late husband Erich’s handkerchief spread on her lap to catch the tiny
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shreds of black paper, Gertrude thinks about the person who will receive the card. “It’s relaxing,” says Gertrude. “It’s time-consuming, but very relaxing.” Despite the two to three hours it takes for each, making homemade cards and gifts is important to Gertrude. Even severe arthritis in her hands hasn’t stopped Gertrude from doing the craft that she loves. “When I sit in this corner and schnitten, I forget about the pain that I have,” she says. “When you do it, you get so involved in it, that it really feels good. And you need that when you get older, let me tell you.”
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Missy Cook of Wisconsin Rapids is all about keeping things aligned and in balance, both on the job and at home. Cook, 31, and her husband, Mike, own Cook Family Chiropractic, Wisconsin Rapids. “We met in chiro school,” Missy says. “I graduated before him, so I didn’t know where would we be.” Missy worked in Merrill; Mike Cook went on the graduate and bought the Wisconsin Rapids chiropractic practice. Missy summed up how her life went after that: “Bought the practice, moved down (to Wisconsin Rapids), got engaged, got married.” As a child, Missy was headed toward a career of giving to others, but she thought it would be more in the area of a teacher or pediatrician. Her mother and sisters are registered nurses, she says. “I knew I wanted to work with children and women,” she says. “I had never been to a chiropractor in my life before,” she says. But a visit changed that, and she was especially impressed with the holistic approach. “I liked that part of it,” she says. The career was a good fit.
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Chiropracter Missy Cook in her Wisconsin Rapids office. DEB CLEWORTH/YOU MAGAZINE “I never looked back even once,” she says. Missy so enjoys what she does that she has taken extra schooling to expand her abilities and in certified with the International Chiropractors Pediatric Association.
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WEAU’s Judy Clark – Putting Community First Story and photo by Kris Leonhardt For YOU Magazine
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weekday, broadcasting the local news to an area that extends throughout western and central Wisconsin. Her professional longevity, openness and friendly demeanor make Judy Clark seem more like an old friend than a newscaster and reflect the passion she has for the community she serves. Growing up in western Wisconsin, Judy’s future as a community fixture was evident in her college days while attending the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. “I was a DJ at the campus station,” says Judy. “My roommates called me ‘Jammin’ Jude’.” After Judy’s graduation from Eau Claire’s journalism program, she began her television career at WEAU as a general assignment reporter. Her first day at the station would not
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only signify the beginning of a career but would later take on a whole new meaning when she met a man named Tom Benson. As Judy punched in for her first day of work on March 26, 1990, Benson was beginning his first day at the studio as well. The two would see very little of each other, while working different shifts; however, destiny would keep pushing, and sparks later would fly. In 1994, Judy and Tom said their vows, unaware that they had started on the same day. “We did not know that until after we were married,” says Judy. “We found out when filling out something for the station.” Judy’s marriage to Greenwood native Benson further solidified her roots in the community and the family later added two sons, Clark and Eric. Today, Judy anchors several news programs at WEAU, as well as hosting and producing 13 News Today. Each weekday on Today, Judy interviews members of the community, giving them a venue to promote significant activities winter 2013
and programs within the area. In addition to providing an arena for community organizations and events, Judy volunteers much of her time for these programs, as well as servings as emcee for many of their events. “You get to know the people attending and planning,” says Judy. “It’s not work.” The community program closest to her heart, however, is the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. “I’m really close to that, due to the fact that my mom died (with) dementia,” says Judy. “The people involved are like family. We can never not cry.” With a family of her own, which includes two teenage sons, and a very busy career, Judy already leads a pretty hectic life; however, just like an old friend, she always will find time to accommodate the community’s needs. “My boss says, ‘You never say no,’” Judy says with a laugh. “It’s my responsibility. I want to give back. I love this community. I love this area.”
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Nutz Deep II owner Lisa Schutz poses for a portrait in her bar.
Nutz Deep II owner Lisa Schutz prepares chili in the restaurant kitchen.
Nutz Deep owner attributes success to hard work, family and community support By Cherie Schmidt Photos by Megan McCormick For YOU Magazine ARSHFIELD — Change sometimes is inevitable. Some will resist change while others will embrace it. For Dewey and Lisa Schutz of Marshfield, embracing change is exactly what they have done with their establishment, Nutz Deep II. The transformation from bar to a full-service restaurant has been a work in progress during several years, says Lisa. The expansion of dining room and menu transpired mainly due to the smoking ban that Marshfield implemented a few years back. With renovations inside and outside, this restaurant not only caters to dining patrons but those seeking the nightlife as well. “We were forced to change to meet the needs of our customers. We decided to expand the menu. I
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needed to re-educate myself and research menu planning. Our vendors were a great help in this area,” Lisa says. “I spend a lot of time in the kitchen. I love coming up with new and creative sandwich ideas, especially burgers. I try to create different sauces and toppings that pair together well and are pleasing to the palette.” Since 2009, Nutz Deep II has received the Best of Marshfield Awards in “Best Burger” and “Best Bar/Nightlife.” In 2012, it also received the award for “Best Casual Dining and Best Server.” “Proper staff training is so important,” Lisa says. “We have great staff that caters to the needs of our customers, and it shows.” Lisa’s day starts at 8 a.m. and while she tries to complete her day around 4:30 p.m., the business often demands more hours from her. When she is not working, Lisa
enjoys time with family. On weekends, they enjoy camping or escaping on vacation to the relaxing beaches of Florida. “It seems, sometimes, that I never fully get away from the business. I am always thinking and planning, but I have learned to set limits. Sometimes, Dewey and I will have dinner and agree not to talk about work at all,” Lisa says. “However, I wouldn’t change it for the world. I love what I do. I expect perfection with myself. It makes me work harder and helps put on the competitive edge to make us stand out,” Lisa says. The true success behind the business is devoted family. While Dewey and Lisa spend many hours with the business, their daughter, Ann, innovates creative marketing and promotions, while her husband, Will Dieringer, is the general manager. Andy, Dewey
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and Lisa’s son, cooks and helps with the other two businesses, Nutz Deep II North in Spencer and The Swamp in Marshfield. Since the community has been so supportive in their businesses, Dewey and Lisa understand the importance of giving back to the community. They are involved or contribute to many organizations and events such as the YMCA, Alpine Holiday at Columbus High School, Boy and Girl Scouts, Marshfield Community Foundation, Breast Cancer Walks/Runs and several golf outings, to name a few. So what is next for Nutz Deep II? We will have to wait and see as Lisa has hinted about another upcoming expansion that is in the works. In the meantime, check out the menu at www.nutzdeepbarwi.com.
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Tim Reavley, respectively, and children also are involved in the business. Resurrect has been open since May and is attracting customers from surrounding counties and communities, such as Marshfield. The store is in the previous home of Stacie and Lisa’s parents, Bill and June Warren. Stacie and Lisa learned many of their artistic abilities from their parents. Their father served in the military and is a carpenter. Their mother taught them how to make use of what they had. Her talent for sewing and recycling fabric/lace for decorative purposes has inspired her daughters. Stacie has renovated and decorated homes in Neillsville, and Lisa has a knack for finding unique home furnishings and techniques for creating accentuating displays. Their talents for repurposed furnishings and decorating a home complement each other. The sisters also have tips for decorating for the holidays and know how to do it simply, tastefully and inexpensively. Some of Lisa’s decorating tips include hanging living room art a little lower on the wall to see it from a sitting position, and decorate in odd numbers: one, three, five, etc. Some people like symmetry. Raise heights with books and group items together. “Do whatever is traditional with your
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family,” Lisa says. Both Lisa and Stacie like to decorate early for Christmas. The Christmas tree dictates everything. “We use old decorations, and add a few ornaments and greenery,” Lisa says. If you put out a lot of decorations, you want to enjoy them for a while, Stacie says. “I put mine out early so I can concentrate on shopping and family. That way it’s not everything all at once,” she says. People like to use their holiday dinnerware and accessories to entertain guests. “Keep silver and gold. They’re a quick set-up for a party,” Stacie says. “Use your cut glass, crystal and china, too,” Lisa adds. An important decorating tip used anytime of the year is the layering effect for dimension, texture and colors that achieve depth perception, say the sisters. Placing tall objects left to right also adds to the visual effect. “To draw you in, to be there,” Lisa says. She says looking at magazines helps to collect ideas. Consider style, what things are cohesive with your colors, Lisa says. Another important tip for decorating is lighting. Use lamps year-round for an ambiance setting. “It gives dimension and character,” Lisa says. “We add track lighting. It can showcase a little item,” Stacie says. When decorating, Lisa and
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Figure 5 Lap Desk Help the children, or older adults in your life study or read in comfort. Supplies (Figure 1): » (2) 12x18 pieces of thin plywood or sturdy material » Durable fabric » Cotton batting (2” thick) » Hot glue gun » Paint and sealer 1. Lay one 18”x24” section of fabric (right-side down) on flat surface. Place one 12”x18” piece of batting on top of fabric. Place one 12x18 piece of plywood on top of material and batting and pull material over plywood. Glue in place. (Figure 2) 2. Decorate the top side of second piece of plywood and seal. (Figure 3) 3. Glue wrong side of decorated plywood to top of cushion. (Figure 4) 4. Cushion will provide comfort, while allowing enough support to write on top of desk. (Figure 5)
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Kitty Scratch Pad Recycle and reuse, while making this item for the family pet. Supplies (Figure 6): » Used corrugated cardboard boxes » Felt or fabric scrap » Masking tape » Exacto knife » Ruler » Christmas paper scraps 1. Decide how high your scratch pad will be. 2. Dismantle cardboard box and place cardboard in front of you with ridges going horizontal. 3. Measure and cut one strip to the desired height. Verify that you are able to see the corrugation in the cardboard edge that will become the top. (Figure 7) 4. Cut remaining strips,
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It takes a village — to have fun By Deb Cleworth Contributed photos YOU Magazine
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when you have five couples, who have 12 kids and their significant others and grandchildren, have a small menagerie that includes four yellow labs, a black lab, a rabbit and an assortment of cats? You have what a quintet of women (and all that follow) call, “The Village” — and they don’t even all live in the same neighborhood. “Our family trees create an orchard within our village,” wrote Julie Kramer on her blog, “Grin & Beer It.” “I like to think of us as an apple orchard, but others would probably say we are more like a field of nut trees. Either way, we don’t mind.” The friends — Julie, Laura Vanderhei of the town of Grant, Lisa Black of Grand Rapids, Terri Frank of Grand Rapids and Diane Glaza of Saratoga, along with husbands, kids and now grandkids, share a lot, from good times, birthdays, graduations and weddings,
Some of the village women: Abbi Glaza (daughter of Diane Glaza) Laura Vanderhei, Julie Kramer, and Diane Glaza. to somber times, such as funerals. Here’s a look at how “The Village” came to be, according to Julie, 51, of Grant: “Laura and I have been friends since junior high, and then it was just a chain
Lisa Black, Diane Glaza, Julie Kramer, Laura Vanderhei, and Terri Frank warm up to good times at an ice bar made by their husbands at the Glaza cottage.
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of Laura’s husband Ron, who worked with Terri’s husband, Todd, and then, Todd was best friends with Lisa’s husband, Lance, and then Lance and Gary (Diane’s husband) Glaza worked together, and then just to bring the circle around, Laura and I actually graduated with Gary Glaza, also. “The next thing you know, we’re doing everything together,” Julie says. “We feel like a little community, because once we get everyone together it’s such a huge group.” Having a good sense of humor has been a sustaining factor in holding the The Village together for the last 20 years, Julie says. “Humor can get you through the thick and the thin,” she says. While some events are planned — many participated in this summer’s Kolor For Kids fundraiser for Children’s Miracle Network — some of the best times are spur of
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the moment. The group also plans a summer and winter celebration at the Glaza cottage every year. “It’s fun for us to do nothing more than sit around the campfire,” says Laura, 51. “You never have to worry about someone to do something with,” Laura says. While the good times seem to come naturally, the closeness comes from making sure they stay in touch, Julie says. “Everybody brings some different dynamic to the group,” Julie says. If someone can’t make it to gathering, there are no hurt feelings, Laura says. If she is unable to get together with the friends, they keep in touch by text messages and other social media. “It’s almost like you’re there,” she says. Not only are the five women friends, but the husbands all get
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Left to right, Jodi Larson, Eileen Kelz, Karen Rau, Julie Cravillion and Linda Schmidtke participate during a Connections meeting.
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Morrison of Marshfield, belonging to a women’s networking group has done more than benefit her business. She has made friends from all walks of life and helped connect other local women with professional and social opportunities. Pat, a Coldwell Banker Realtor, is a member of Connections, which meets at the Gondolier, 820 S. Central Ave., the third Tuesday of each month. Many of the group’s 20 to 25 members are from Marshfield, but Connections is open to all central Wisconsin women. Connections started as Powerful You!, a branch of a national
women’s networking group. Pat says the members decided last year to form a more affordable local group. “The name Connections really says it all in one word,” Pat says. “We wanted to bring women together and help educate them in terms of business or local projects to enrich their business and personal lives. We are absolutely a group that’s formed to help each other. “I like to think of our group as non-threatening, non-intimidating and non-competitive,” she says. “Women have a special way of nourishing each other and supporting each other. When women talk to each other, it seems there’s a reduction of stress.” The group gives women a fo-
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rum to exchange business referrals, talk about their community interests and hear from guest speakers. Julie Cravillion of Marshfield joined the Powerful You! networking group about two years ago after she and Sue Poole started the Christian domestic violence shelter Shirley’s House of Hope, and she remained part of the group when it became Connections. She says friends and supporters of the shelter encouraged her to join. “I wanted to get the word out that Shirley’s exists,” she says. “Domestic violence really affects women — women are our supporters, our volunteers — and talk to women who need services.” Connections members have
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laugh with each other.” Pat says Connections has helped her form friendships with women outside her business circle. Several Connections members meet informally for coffee the first Wednesday of each month. The women discuss their families, hobbies and other personal topics but leave business out of the conversation. “That’s something that really brings people back to an organization,” Pat says. “If you really feel bonded to one or two of the people in the group, you really look forward to seeing them at the meetings even if you don’t see them in between.”
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Bring it Home Fitness: In-home personal training service Story and Photos by Breanna Speth For YOU Magazine
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clients see personal trainer Ruth Henseler approaching their house before an appointment, they often dread the next session of working out. However, when she leaves, they feel fantastic. “Clients tell me that it goes by fast,” says Ruth, owner and operator of Bring It Home Fitness in Marshfield. As a National Academy of Sports Medicine, or NASM, certified personal trainer, Ruth helps people of all ages and abilities to reach their fitness goals. “I have a really wide range of people, which is awesome,” she says. “The basis behind me doing this is that my experience when I was personal training in big companies is that people have a ton of anxiety about body image. I feel like taking that away by being at their house is really beneficial for them. It really helps them relax and focus on what they need to be doing. That they can feel comfortable while they are working out and really get the most out of it.” With training experience in Washington, D.C., and Minneapolis, Ruth returned to her hometown of Marshfield and began her own personal training business in late May 2013, and the business has taken off at a run. Whether it’s a need for direction, encouragement or accountability, Ruth arranges a workout schedule based on a client’s experience and goals. “I have people ranging from people that need or want to lose weight to people that are training for an event, like a race, Tough
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Personal trainer Ruth Henseler, left, at work at a client’s home. Mudder, triathlon or whatever,” says Ruth. “It’s a really wide range of people. It’s definitely not all the same goals.” Although many people have workout equipment, Ruth can bring supplies like free weights, a yoga mat and exercise ball. “I want to teach people what they need to do so they can feel confident doing it on their own. Some people absolutely have to have someone there or they just can’t get themselves to do it,” Ruth says. She soon will be NASM certi-
fied as a nutritional specialist, because education is a significant aspect of her fitness approach. “Three hours a week is not going to fix everything,” Ruth says. “I try to incorporate education, to really emphasize the importance of making it an entire lifestyle change. As cheesy as that sounds, it’s really true. If you’re not willing to do the work, you’re not going to get the results. You get what you put in.” Her favorite part of being a personal trainer is witnessing her client’s successes. “Seeing people
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Stylish clothes found close to home By Carol Knauf For YOU Magazine Lee Andersen “wearable art” coat.
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ers that I go to season after season for their special fashions are Lee Andersen and Simon Chang. They are uniquely outstanding in their creativity to the world of fashion. Lee Andersen has a love for color and texture, and her clothing is considered “wearable art.” She has sold to the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, the Crown Prince of Thailand, the Queen of Spain, the “Cosby Show” and Good Morning America. When a woman wears a piece of Lee Andersen clothing she actually is wearing a piece of art. Lee Andersen has written six books and taught more than 1,000 classes on color, knitwear design, textures and fibers. Every aspect of her clothing is important to her — right down to the buttons, which are handmade ceramic, real fossils, naturally formed semi-precious stones, enameled, hand-formed metals and hand-worked wood. Andersen has a genius that is evident in the style and range of clothing she offers. Rae Baxter’s Fashions carries Lee Andersen clothing for the uniqueness she offers and one-of-a-kind fashions that I can purchase for my customers. Simon Chang is one of the world’s most creative and influential designers. His designs always are unique and in tune with the latest fashion trends. He brings excitement and energy to his fashions, wearable clothes for real women, but there has to be a “wow factor.” He brings together European high-fashion with an American approach and his personal touch. His fashions regularly appear in women’s fashion magazines, particularly on the “must-have” pages. Simon Chang is also the designer of choice for Canada’s best-dressed. He attended the prestigious Emily Carr Institute of Arts + Design on a full scholarship. He considers fashion like music with many categories of looks and trends for different lifestyles and age groups. Rae Baxter’s Fashions carries Simon Change for his creative designs and one of a kind fashions that I can purchase for my customers. Carol Knauf is the owner of Rae Baxter’s Fashions, Marshfield
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Holiday ham and savory sides complement your holiday meal Compiled by YOU Magazine Staff Courtesy of Family Features
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olidays are a time filled with family, friends and — perhaps most importantly — feasts. Traditional holiday menu items have the power to evoke warm memories of holidays past while continuing to bring people together year after year. For many, the center of that coveted holiday table would not be complete without a savory spiral-sliced ham. If you’re looking for a savory side that spotlights the distinct flavors of the season, butternut squash is an excellent choice. White beans with bacon and butternut squash is a perfect blend of savory, sweet and salty. A potato dish is also a must for many holiday spreads. Break away from mundane mashed potatoes and gravy with this recipe for smashed bacon ranch potatoes. Family and friends will line up for seconds when they get a taste of the ranch dressing and smoky bacon combination.
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SMASHED BACON RANCH POTATOES
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Cook time: 20 minutes Yield: 4 servings 11⁄2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, cut into 11⁄2-inch pieces 4 to 6 slices hickory smoked bacon 1 ⁄4 cup bottled ranch dressing 2 tablespoons buttermilk or whole milk 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar Salt and pepper Cook potatoes in boiling, salted water until very tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain; return to saucepan and mash coarsely. Cook bacon in a large heavy skillet over medium heat until browned; drain and crumble. Pour off drippings from skillet, leaving clinging particles in skillet. Add potatoes, salad dressing, buttermilk and vinegar to skillet; stir until well blended. Cook, stirring constantly, until hot. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Cook time: 10 to 12 minutes per pound Yield: 14 servings 1 Spiral sliced ham Preheat oven to 325°F. Remove packaging; reserve liquid. Place ham cut-side down on large sheet of foil in roasting pan, pour reserved liquid over ham and wrap completely with foil. Warm ham in oven for 10 to 12 minutes per pound. Do not overheat.
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RECIPES WHITE BEANS WITH BACON AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH Cook time: 30 minutes Yield: 4 servings 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 slices bacon, chopped 1 pound diced butternut squash 1 ⁄2 cup onion, chopped 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 ⁄2 teaspoon pepper 1 ⁄4 teaspoon nutmeg 1 ⁄4 teaspoon curry powder 1 ⁄2 cup chicken stock 2 cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed 2 cups fresh spinach, stems removed and chopped Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon to skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until crumbly; remove from skillet, drain on paper towels and reserve 2 tablespoons of drippings in skillet. Add butternut squash, onion, salt, pepper, nutmeg and curry powder to the skillet; saute for 5 minutes; add chicken broth to the skillet, reduce heat to medium low, cover and cook for 5 additional minutes or until butternut squash is tender. Add beans and spinach to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes or until all vegetables are heated through. Sprinkle with reserved bacon.
DECADENT CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE Serves: 10 1 refrigerated pie crust, (from 14.1-ounce package) 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 3 tablespoons milk 4 eggs 3 tablespoons butter, melted 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup dark corn syrup 1 cup sugar 1 ⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1 ⁄4 teaspoon salt 11⁄2 cups pecan halves Preheat oven to 425 F. Line 9-inch deep dish pie plate with pie crust. Bake 7 minutes. Remove crust from oven. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F. Meanwhile, microwave chocolate chips and milk in medium microwavable bowl on HIGH 1 to 11⁄2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Pour chocolate evenly over crust. Beat eggs in large bowl. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Slowly pour mixture over chocolate layer. Place ring of foil around edges of crust to prevent over-browning. Bake 55 to 60 minutes or until filling is puffed and center is still soft enough to move when shaken gently. Cool completely on wire rack. Holiday-flavored whipped toppings For Vanilla Whipped Cream: Beat 1 cup heavy cream, 1⁄4 cup confectioners’ sugar and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract in medium bowl with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. For Candy Cane Whipped Cream: Beat 1 cup heavy cream, 1⁄4 cup confectioners’ sugar, 1⁄2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract and 1⁄4 teaspoon pure peppermint extract in medium bowl with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. For Cocoa Cinnamon Whipped Cream: Beat 1 cup heavy cream, 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinna-
mon and 1⁄2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract in medium bowl with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. For Eggnog Whipped Cream: Beat 1 cup heavy cream, 1⁄2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 1⁄4 teaspoon ground nutmeg and 1⁄4 teaspoon imitation rum extract in medium bowl with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form.
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Everyone enjoys cookies and especially during the holiday season. The recipes we’ve included aren’t difficult or time-consuming. Cookie-making is the ideal project to include children. Remember not every cookie needs to look picture perfect — it’s the taste that counts. And hearing the pride in your child or grandchild’s voice when he or she says, “I helped make these,” is priceless. There are wonderful memories to be made in a kitchen.
Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies Ingredients: ⁄2 cup butter 1 ⁄2 cup molasses 2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate 21⁄2 cups all-purpose flour 2 ⁄3 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 ⁄2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 ⁄4 teaspoon salt 1 ⁄3 cup milk 1 ⁄3 cup granulated sugar for decoration Directions: Combine butter or margarine, molasses, and unsweetened chocolate in the top of a double boiler. Heat until chocolate melts. Stir until smooth. Sift together flour, 2⁄3 cup sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, and salt. Stir in melted chocolate mixture and milk. Mix well. Chill until firm. Roll dough into 1 inch balls. Roll balls in sugar. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees F (for about 10 minutes). 1
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Caramel Shortbread Squares Ingredients: 2 ⁄3 cup butter, softened 1 ⁄4 cup white sugar 11⁄4cups all-purpose flour 1 ⁄2 cup butter 1 ⁄2 cup packed light brown sugar 2 tablespoons light corn syrup 1 ⁄2 cup sweetened condensed milk 11⁄4 cups milk chocolate chips Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium bowl, mix together 2⁄3 cup butter, white sugar, and flour until evenly crumbly. Press into a 9 inch square baking pan. Bake for 20 minutes. In a 2 quart saucepan, combine 1⁄2 cup butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk. Bring to a boil. Continue to boil for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and beat vigorously with a wooden spoon for about 3 minutes. Pour over baked crust (warm or cool). Cool until it begins to firm. Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 1 minute, then stir and continue to heat and stir at 20 second intervals until chocolate is melted and smooth. Pour chocolate over the caramel layer and spread evenly to cover completely. Chill. Cut into 1-inch squares. These need to be small because they are so rich.
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Chocolate Brittle Surprise Ingredients: 35 unsalted soda crackers 1 cup butter 1 cup packed brown sugar 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips 1 cup chopped pecans Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cover cookie sheet with foil. Spray foil with cooking oil spray. Place crackers on foil in 5x7 inch rows. Microwave butter on high for 2 minutes. Add brown sugar and stir. Microwave on high for 2 more minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Pour over crackers. Bake 17 to 20 minutes (should bubble but not burn). Sprinkle chocolate chips over hot crackers. Spread after 2 minutes (chips have softened). Sprinkle nuts on top. Refrigerate 1 hour. Break into pieces. Can be frozen.
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Ingredients: 2 egg whites 1 ⁄8 teaspoon cider vinegar 1 ⁄8 teaspoon salt 1 ⁄3 cup white sugar 3 peppermint candy canes, crushed\ Directions: Preheat the oven to 225 degrees F. Line cookie sheets with aluminum foil or parchment paper. In a large glass or metal bowl, whip egg whites, vinegar and salt to soft peaks. Gradually add sugar while continuing to whip until stiff peaks form, about 5 minutes. Fold in 1⁄3 of the crushed candy canes, reserving the rest. Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls, one inch apart onto the prepared cookie sheets. Sprinkle remaining crushed candy canes over the top. Bake for 90 minutes in the preheated oven, or until dry. Cool on baking sheets.
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Feeding your baby By Amber France of the Wood County Health Department For YOU Magazine
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reastfeeding is best! Feed your baby on demand, not on a schedule. You may notice your baby wants to eat more often when she/he is 10 to 12 days, 4 to 6 weeks, and 3 months old. Your baby is having a growth spurt and may need to nurse every 11⁄2 to 2 hours for several days. This will increase your milk supply. Your baby is getting enough milk if she/he has six to eight wet diapers daily. Your baby needs only breast milk or iron fortified formula until 6 months of age. Giving other foods to a younger baby is not necessary.
Some of the signs your baby may be ready for solid foods: » Sits up with support. » Holds head steady. » Watches food, waits with open mouth for food, and closes mouth over spoon. » Takes cereal off of a spoon and moves it from the front to the back of the tongue. » Swallows semi-solid food easily. Your baby will be doing these things around 6 months of age.
foods, on a spoon teaches baby how to eat. Do not put cereal in a bottle or infant feeder. Wait at least three days before giving a new food to see if baby has a reaction to it, such as stomachaches, diarrhea or skin rashes. Gradually increase the amount of food you give your baby per day. In a few weeks, baby will probably take 1 to 2 tablespoons twice a day. Later, baby will probably take 2 to 4 tablespoons twice a day. Never force your baby to finish everything. Let your baby decide when she/he is full.
Guide to good eating At birth to 12 months: This guide is to help you know how much food to offer your baby every day. Your baby may eat more or less than these amounts. Your baby’s health care provider, doctor, nurse or dietitian may suggest other foods or amounts to meet your baby’s needs. It is recommended that exclusively breastfed babies and babies taking less than 32 ounces of formula a day be given Vitamin D drops (600 IU of Vitamin D) daily. Birth to 4 months: Breastfeed:
Birth to 4 weeks: (feed on demand) 8-12 or more feeding. 1 to 4 months: Breastmilk or iron-fortified formula: 16-32 ounces daily in 6 to 10 feedings. 4 to 6 months: Breastmilk or iron-fortified formula: 26-40 ounces daily in 6 to 8 feedings. 6 to 8 months: Breastmilk or iron-fortified formula: 24-32 ounces daily in 4 to 6 or more feedings daily. Infant cereal: 2 to 8 tablespoons daily given to a baby from a spoon. Strained, pureed, or mashed vegetables: 4 to 8 or more tablespoons daily. Strained, pureed, or mashed fruit: 4 to 8 or more tablespoons daily. Strained or pureed single meats: 1 to 3 tablespoons daily; 8 to 10 months: Breastmilk or iron-fortified
Steps to introduce solids food to your baby Cereals, such as oatmeal, are the most tolerated, and often the first solid food many feed their baby. Fruits and vegetables are also great first foods. If you decide to start with cereal, always feed cereal with a small baby spoon. Start with 1 teaspoon of cereal mixed with about 1 tablespoon of breastmilk or water. Gradually make the cereal thicker as baby learns how to eat it from a spoon. Cereal, and other
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formula: 20 to 24 ounces in 4 to 6 or more feedings daily, can use a cup. Infant cereal: 4 to 8 tablespoons daily. Other grain products: unsweetened dry cereals, crackers, small pieces of toast, or zwieback 2 to 3 times daily. Mashed or finely chopped vegetables: 4 to 8 or more tablespoons daily. Mashed or finely chopped fruit: 4 to 8 or more tablespoons daily. Ground or finely chopped meats: 2 to 6 tablespoons daily, this can include egg yolks, or cooked and mashed dried beans. 10-12 months: Breastmilk or iron-fortified formula: 16 to 24 ounces in 4 to 6 or more feedings daily, increase cup feedings and decrease bottle feedings. Bread, cereal, and other grains: 3 to 4 times daily, 1⁄2 slice of bread, 1⁄2 cup cereal or other grain product. Chopped vegetables: 6 to 8 tablespoons daily. Chopped fruit: 6 to 8 tablespoons daily. Fruit juice: not needed — but if offered, limit to 4 ounces daily and only offer in a cup. Use only 100 percent fruit juice. Chopped meat/protein: 2 to 8 tablespoons daily. Begin chopped cooked foods from family meals like green beans, peas, potatoes, carrots, lean ground meats, peeled soft fruit or cooked dried beans. For more information on introduction to solids contact a registered dietitian at the Wood County Health Department or WIC, 715-421-8911 or 715-421-8950.
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Gifts anyone will enjoy By Cherie Schmidt For YOU Magazine
Christmas shopping can sometimes be a challenge, especially when it comes to trying to find that special gift for hard-tobuy-for friend, relative, co-worker or family member or that person who already has everything. Don’t worry, here are a few suggestions to help get through this holiday season and “wow” your special someone with a unique gift that will certainly be talked about. » Identity Custom Imaging, 2521 Veterans Parkway, in Marshfield has the perfect gift for the person on your list who has everything. They can take just about object and make it unique with cubic or 3-D printing. Create a personalized design on golf clubs, helmets, lamps, cellphone covers, tools, tables, jars, even instruments. The possibilities are endless with this unique process. Check out the website www.identitycustomimaging.com or like ICI on facebook. Call 715-207-6400 for more information. » Marshfield Monument, 435 S. Central Ave., Marshfield, has a great selection of personalized welcome rocks, garden or memory stones. They also can engrave name plates for the office or make special laser tiles for the home that can be personalized, making the gift one of a kind. Call 715-384-5575 for more information or check out the website at www.marshfieldmonument.com. » Of course, one always can find something original at the Senior Craft Shoppe, 450 S. Central Ave., Marshfield. From pillow cases and afghans to wooden shelves, tables and toys, these hand-made specialties are sure to surprise and be cherished during the years to come. Call 715-384-2230 for more information. » Got a coffee lover on the list? Stop by From the Ground Up in Wisconsin Rapids and browse through their vast selection of teas and coffees. The coffee house offers a great selection of soups, sandwiches and baked goods to go along with your favorite cup of cof-
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR Lisa Boero is an attorney who has self-published her first book, “Murders and Nerdy Girls Work Late.” It is one of six books planned in the Nerdy Girls series. Boero’s Lisa Boero neurological condition known as facial blindness is a result of a brain tumor she had as a child. Her husband, a neurological doctor, diagnosed her condition. “I pay attention to what people are doing,” Boero says. “The character in the novel, Liz Howe, is a lot like me.” Boero first started writing a memoir about her life and her condition, but instead wrote a mystery novel. The challenging aspect of writing the book was finishing it. Yet putting the novel together in book form was easier. “I wrote it entirely by hand,” she says. Upon completing and publishing her book, Boero was grateful people liked it. “It feels amazing. It’s seems too good to be true,” she says. Lisa Boero will be signing copies of her book, “Murderers and Nerdy Girls Work Late” at the Marshfield Public Library Jan. 16.
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THINGS TO DO: MARSHFIELD AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES By YOU Magazine Staff
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Governor Upham Mansion (212 W. Third St., Marshfield; 715-387-3322, www.uphammansion.com) » Restored home of former Wisconsin governor William Henry Upham, this house represents mid-Victorian architecture at its finest. “Children’s Toyland” featuring toys throughout the years will be the special display Dec. 7 and 8 with “Victorian Christmas” being the theme throughout the month of December. Items focusing on the Blum Brothers Box Company may also be viewed through the end of the 2013. Upham Mansion is open for public tours from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays. Gallery 450, UW-Marshfield/Wood County (2000 W. Fifth St. Marshfield) » “Summer into Autumn”: Runs through Dec. 13, featuring photographs by the Focal Point Camera Club of Central Wisconsin. Gallery hours are noon to 6 p.m. Mondays through Friday and one hour before all performances in the Helen Laird Theatre. LuCille Tack Center Gallery (300 School St., Spencer; 715-659-4499, www.lucilletackcenter.com) » “Student Artwork” by Spencer elementary students: Runs Dec. 6 to 20. » “Just Add Water” by Dale Yakites of Marshfield and Leigh Yakites of Eau Claire: Runs Jan. 3 to 26. Fatherdaughter exhibit will have outdoor photography and function vessels for drinking and serving. Opening reception is 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Jan. 3. » “Thread Painting” by Nancy Haferman of Marshfield: Runs Feb. 7 to March 2. This free-motion machine embroidery is a unique way of embellishing quilts and creating dimensional fabric art by “painting” images on layers of fabric between batting with colorful threads. Opening reception is 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Feb. 7. 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, www.newvisionsgallery.org) » Conservation Nature Photographs by Azael Meza and Wood Sculpture by Matt Thies: Meza is a landscape photographer born in Mexico and living in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. His vision is to promote conservation of habitat through nature photography. This is a sculptor from Colfax. He uses his passion of woodworking to introduce new, innovative creations that will work to enhance the surroundings of the areas in which they are placed. Ongoing through Dec. 27. » “Landscapes, paintings and ceramics by Suellyn Scoon and Minkyu Lee.” Runs Jan. 6 to Feb. 21. » “Fun d’Arts Affaire – Art Deco,” Feb. 1, RiverEdge Golf Course, Marshfield. Get tickets at New Visions Gallery, Marshfield. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Highground Learning Centerdecor (W7031 Ridge Gifts and home to Road, Neillsville; 715-748-4224, www.thehighground.org) your personal »complement Veterans Art Show runs through the monthstyle of January. Your florist of choice in the » “Tribute to the Fallen Since 9/11” on display during the greater Wisconsin Rapids area months of February, March and April. Learning Center hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
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Nov. 29-Dec. 31: Rotary Winter Wonderland, Wildwood Park, Marshfield Dec. 7: Abbotsford Christmas Parade Dec. 7: Hot Chocolate 4K Run/Walk, starting at Nutz Deep II, Marshfield Dec. 7: Amish auction, Junior Fair Expo building, Marshfield Fairgrounds Park Dec. 7: Lunch with Santa; Olde Hall, Spencer Dec. 7: Jaycee’s Fantasy Craft Bazaar; Thorp High School Dec. 7-8: Christmas Open House, Upham Mansion, Marshfield Dec. 8: Holiday Showcase on Chestnut, Chestnut Avenue Center for the Arts, Marshfield Dec. 14: Reindeer Day, downtown Marshfield Dec. 14: Hot Chocolate 5K Fun Run/Walk, Nutz Deep II, Marshfield Dec. 14: Owen-Withee Lions Santa Day, O-W High
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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, 715-8873442) The Alexander House, a Center for Arts and History, is a combination of an art museum with frequently changing displays. The museum emphasizing the local lumbering and paper making. 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. » Celebrating Native American Culture Through the Arts, through Jan. 7. Featuring the oils and pastels by Deann De La Ronde of Almond, Iroquois Raised Beadwork by Karen Ann Hoffman of Stevens Point, Watercolors by Geri Schrab of DeForest, and Basketry by Dianne Brown-Hahn of Wisconsin Rapids. » Ann Herzog Wright, painter, with David K. Wright, sculptor, both of Amherst, Jan. 10 to Feb. 25.
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(240 Johnson St.,Wisconsin Rapids, 715-421-4598, cwcc@wctc.net, www.culturalcenterarts.com. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays.) » The fall art exhibit, featuring many local artists, goes until Nov. 28.
MUSIC The Arts Council offers the following performances at the Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids, 1801 16th St. S., Wisconsin Rapids. Tickets are available online at www.savorthehearts.org or by calling 715-424-2787. » A Rocky Mountain Christmas, Dec. 19. Tickets $23.80 to $28. » Juice Newton, Jan. 24. Tickets $26.35 to $31. » The Four Freshmen, Feb. 14. Tickets $23.80 to $28.
THEATER AND DANCE » Academie de la Danse presents “A Dancer’s Christmas,” 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7, Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids, 1801 16th St. S., Wisconsin Rapids. Reserved seats, $12. Call 715-424-5585 or info@academiedeladanse.com. » Lincoln High School winter play, “A Christmas Carol,” 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12 to 14, 2 p.m. Dec. 15. Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids, 1801 16th St. S., Wisconsin Rapids. » Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre presents “Christmas Among the Vikings,” 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12 to 14, and Dec. 19 and 20; 2 p.m. Dec. 15. Tickets are $15, reserved seating. To reserve tickets, or get more information, call 421-0435 (leave a message if there is no answer), or email WRCT@wctc.net. Written and directed by Mike Edgren of Wisconsin Rapids. » Dance with Pam presents “Variations,” 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Jan. 11, Performing Arts Center of
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Diane Urbans and Darlene Young contributed the winning gingerbread entry at the 2012 Rudolph Country Christmas. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Wisconsin Rapids, 1801 16th St. S., Wisconsin Rapids. Tickets are $9. Call 715-423-4428 for ticket information. » Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre presents “Ah, Wilderness,” 7:30 p.m. Feb. 21 and 22 and Feb. 27, 28 and March 1; 2 p.m. Feb. 23. Tickets are $15, reserved seating. To reserve tickets, or get more information, call 421-0435 (leave a message if there is no answer), or email WRCT@wctc.net.
MISCELLANEOUS » Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce presents “Rekindle the Spirit,” downtown Wisconsin Rapids, Nov. 27. Parade, cookies and cocoa at Hotel Mead and lighting of the holiday decorations. » Whimsey Sisters and Friends, annual wearable art show, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dec. 6 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 7, 320 Oak St., Wisconsin Rapids (St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church). One-of-a-kind clothing and accessories, including sweaters, vests, skirts, dresses, hats and more. Also, art dolls, soaps, gifts and more. All handmade by artists in central and southern Wisconsin. Find out more at www.wearableartshow.blogspot.com. Free admission. » Holiday community day the Rapids Mall, 555 W. Grand Ave., Wisconsin Rapids, Dec. 7. Area church, school, and nonprofit organizations with information about who they are and what they do. Some groups will have items for sale to help fund their activities. » Riverview Hospital Auxiliary’s “Christmas at The Ridges,” set for Dec. 7 at The Ridges, 2311 Griffith
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Ave., Wisconsin Rapids. In addition to the “Tour of Tables,” featuring more than 30 uniquely themed tablescapes designed by local women, the event includes a luncheon, style show, entertainment and exclusive raffle. Tickets cost $40 each and group tickets (limit of eight) can be purchased. Call Barb at 715-325-3715 for information about corporate tables and ticket availability. » 2013 Snowflake Ball, an evening of elegance and caring for hospice, Dec. 7, Hotel Mead, 451 E. Grand Ave., Wisconsin Rapids. Doors open at 7 p.m., dancing with Southbound, 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Semi-formal attire. Silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, musical performances and exhibits, and appearance fby Miss Wisconsin Rapids Area. Tickets $30, on sale through Nov. 29. Heid Music, 1900 Eighth St. S., Ministry Home Care, 1000 E. Riverview Expressway, Suite 180, and Daly Drug, 3215 Eighth St. S., all Wisconsin Rapids. » Nekoosa Home Town Christmas, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m, Dec. 7. Includes breakfast with Santa, holiday craft and art show, Reindeer Run 5 K Run/Walk, children’s story time and cookie decorating, Nekoosa Fire and Ambulance Department open houses, music. Santa arrives at 4:45 p.m. for park lighting, followed by Hometown Christmas parade starts at 5:15 p.m. and fireworks at 6 p.m. » 12th annual Rudolph Country Christmas, Dec.14, Rudolph. Shuttle runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Variety of events including: Craft sales, book fair, food booths, Sounds of Christmas, Breakfast with St.Nick, with holiday goodies sale (baked and unbaked), Santa and reindeer, dog sled pulls, basket raffles, contests and more. Fireworks and light parade at 5:15 p.m. For a full schedule, go to www.visitrudolph.org. » Holiday art and craft show, Rapids Mall, 555 W. Grand Ave., Wisconsin Rapids. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 21. » Winters Farmers Market, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays through February, Rapids Mall, 555 W. Grand Ave., Wisconsin Rapids.
For more details, go to the Things to Do at www.wisconsinrapidstribune.com.
People stop to have their photos taken Wednesday, Nov. 21 2012, with holiday lights after they were turned on for the Rekindle the Spirit Parade in Wisconsin Rapids. GANNETT WISCONSIN MEDIA FILE PHOTO
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