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Local • Vibrant • You!

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Barrel racing officially started in 1928. It became the first sport for women on horseback, while the men participated in the other rodeo events like roping and bull or bronco riding. The goal is simple: the horse runs full-speed through an alleyway, makes a right turn along a large metal barrel, and then a left turn around a second barrel. The rider enters the arena at a gallop and runs toward the first barrel. A rider chooses between starting at the leftmost or rightmost barrel and turns a complete circle around the barrel. The pattern originally alternated between a figure-eight shape and a clover, until the clover pattern was permanently adopted.

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contents 6 STORAGE WARS p.8 Local • Vibrant • You!

VBS Directory

store fruits and vegetables the right way

A bachelor’s guide

TO ONLINE DATING

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Bras:

We love them, We hate them, Are we wearing them right?

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People enjoy camping for many reasons, whether it’s to spend time with family and friends or just to admire the great outdoors. Camping is a wonderful experience for the whole family. Here at Stoney Creek RV Resort, family fun is our business! We are a family owned and operated campground in Osseo, Wisconsin. We have a little bit of everything for all types of campers. Stoney Creek has a total of 192 sites; that includes 79 full hook up RV sites, 31 water/electric RV sites, 8 cabins, 2 cottages, 6 tent sites, and 66 seasonal sites. We pride ourselves on our activities here at Stoney Creek. The campground itself has a variety of amenities including basketball courts, volleyball courts, a skate park, a pool with a kiddie area, mini golf, laser tag, a jumping pillow, a playground, horseshoe pits, and Gaga ball. Besides all of these amenities, we have themed weeks all summer long such as Ultimate 80s, Wild West, Christmas in July, Hawaiian Luau, Pirates, Carnival, and more. Our activity staff plays games, provides crafts, and puts on activities for all our campers of all ages to enjoy. For example, we have a Death by Chocolate week in July each year. This week includes many themed activities for campers of all ages such as chocolate pie eating contest, candy bar bingo, chocolate pudding wrestling, candy bar horse races, scavenger hunt, relay races, chocolate art, craft time, and more. We also have a game show night several times throughout the summer where our staff puts on a popular game show with a campground twist. Stoney Creek has even added a new mascot, Morey the Moose! Morey the Moose is here all summer long and he loves to meet the campers and partake in our activities. We have several activities with Morey throughout the summer such as wagon rides, dances, crafts and coloring time, morning muffins with Morey, and more. Stoney Creek is a wonderful place for families to spend time together and have fun. When planning your next family vacation, consider Stoney Creek RV Resort in Osseo, WI where family fun is our business! 831945 06-03-17

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win the fight against wasted produce by storing fruits & vegetables the right way

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WARS By Rebecca White Body

I thought I knew everything I needed to know about produce storage. This was my system:

1. Buy produce. 2. Shove produce in refrigerator’s crisper drawers. 3. Try not to forget about produce. This system had the virtue of convenience but yielded dubious results. Fortunately for me, I have seven chickens and a compost pile, so I could refer to my waste as “returning this crop to the land.” Unfortunately for most chicken-less city dwellers, much of their waste ends up as stinky garbage.

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In seeking to mend my producewasting ways, I’ve been surprised, delighted (and to be honest, a little overwhelmed) by the wealth of online resources a simple Google search for “how to store produce” can yield. It turns out that each fruit and vegetable requires the kind of individualized attention that you would normally reserve for, say, your children. Embarking on the path to proper storage is worth your time, though. It will save you money, and Mother Earth will appreciate your efforts: According to Scientific American Magazine, produce rotting in landfills produces 34 percent of U.S. emissions of methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Another problematic producerelated gas is ethylene, which is produced naturally by many fruits and vegetables as they age. Common ethylene producers include apples, avocadoes, bananas, pears and tomatoes.

While this gas doesn’t affect human health, it could reduce the quality of nearby produce. On the plus side, you can tap the power of ethylene to quickly ripen fruit; just pop a banana in a paper bag with the fruit you want to ripen.

FRUIT | storage Here are tips for storing popular fruits from the UWExtension and Emily Schwartz, a dietitian affiliated with Festival Foods:

APPLES:

Store in a perforated plastic bag in your refrigerator’s crisper, which should be set to low humidity if possible. If you keep the apples away from other ethylene producers and strong odors, they should stay good for up to three weeks.

ORANGES & OTHER CITRUS CROPS: These can be kept at

room temperature for a couple of days or refrigerated in the vegetable drawer for up to two weeks. Avoid keeping them in a plastic bag or airtight container, which can promote softness and mold. Mesh bags are a good option. You can also juice citrus fruits at risk for passing their prime.

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BERRIES:

Don’t wash berries until you’re ready to use them, since excess moisture can promote decay. You can refrigerate them in perforated plastic bags or clamshell containers. Delicate berries like strawberries, raspberries and blueberries generally can’t be stored fresh longer than 10 days. Frozen berries are a great option during the offseason. Since they’re frozen at the peak of ripeness, their nutritional value can rival or even exceed that of fresh berries, especially fresh berries that have been shipped long distances. Frozen berries are usually good for about six months and shouldn’t be kept longer than a year.

BANANAS: These can be kept unrefrigerated in a bowl or hanging from a fruit

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hook; they should be kept away from other ethylene producers. Over-ripe bananas can be used for baking or in smoothies. You can also peel and slice them, then put the slices on a cookie tray and freeze them. You can put the frozen slices in a plastic bag and keep them in the freezer for later use, or you can blend them in a food processor for about five minutes to yield a surprisingly ice-cream-like substance.

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PEARS: Pears should be left out until they’re ripe, then refrigerated for no more than a few days.

Wrapping them individually in paper will help prolong their storage life.

VEGETABLE | storage BROCCOLI: Don’t wash broccoli heads until you’re ready to use them. They can be refrigerated in an open plastic bag, ideally in a crisper drawer set to high humidity, for up to a week.

CARROTS:

Carrots should be refrigerated in perforated plastic bags in a drawer set at high humidity; make sure to keep them away from ethylene producers.

SALAD GREENS:

It’s important to keep greens dry in order to prevent decay, so don’t wash them until right before you want to eat them. If they’re dirty enough that you must wash them, make sure to completely dry them by spreading them out between layers of paper towel s or clean dish towels and patting them dry before you store them. Refrigerate them loosely packed in a perforated plastic bag or a solid container lined with paper towels. When properly stored, most salad greens should stay good for 7 to 10 days. Thicker leaved greens like spinach, kale and chard can be sautéed in olive oil or butter and eaten alone or added to soup, chili, etc. You can also freeze these greens by blanching them for two minutes in boiling water, then plunging them into ice water to stop the cooking. Once cooled, transfer them to freezer bags and squeeze out as much of the air as possible, then store in the freezer for up to six months.

ONIONS: Onions should be stored in a cool, dark location like a pantry or basement (make sure

they’re not near a heat vent). Some people like to stuff them into old pantyhose with a knot tied beneath each onion, hang the whole thing, and then cut off an onion from the bottom when it’s needed.

POTATOES: Like onions, potatoes require a cool, dark location; low

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keep them from sprouting. If they do sprout or develop green spots, cut off the green parts before using the rest.

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AVOCADOES: Keep them unrefrigerated when they’re still unripe. You can refrigerate them for a few days once they hit your desired level of ripeness.

BELL PEPPERS: Peppers can be refrigerated or kept in a cool, dark, dry place. If you do refrigerate them, make sure the temperature isn’t set below 41 degrees; colder temperatures will increase their rate of decay. They’re also sensitive to ethylene and should be kept away from ethylene producers.

TOMATOES: Cold temperatures turn the sugars in ripe tomatoes to starch and deteriorate their skin, so they should be left unrefrigerated. Make sure to check them regularly and remove any that are starting to decay.

In general, make sure the produce you’re storing is of good quality—no tears in the skin, rotten spots, etc. – since these can reduce the fruit or vegetable’s storage life. Perforated bags, commercially available “green bags,” or bags made of fine mesh help prolong storage life by allowing ethylene gas and excess moisture to escape. For the cyber-savvy among us, there’s a FoodKeeper app designed to help consumers effectively store all sorts of foods, produce among them. You can learn more about it at Foodsafety.gov. You can also explore the resources available on the Eau Claire County UW- Extension’s website at http://eauclaire.uwex.edu.

REMEMBER:

Even if worse comes to worst, don’t let a few discouraging losses deter you from including lots of fruits and vegetables in your diet. Your body will thank you for it. White Body is a freelance writer based in Augusta.

HIDDEN OF VICTIMS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE By James Peters, United Way of the Greater Chippewa Valley (originally published in the January, 2015 United Way of the Greater Chippewa Valley newsletter)

More than one in three women and one in four men in the United States have experienced intimate partner violence (IPV) at some point in their lifetime. The breakdown for Wisconsin is similar (32% of women and 23% of men).

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Children living in households where domestic abuse is taking place exist in an environment of continual tension and fear. They carry this anxiety with them wherever they go, potentially affecting school performance and social relationships. More than 3 million children witness domestic violence in their homes every year as reported by Safe Horizon, the largest victims’ services agency in the United States. These children also suffer abuse or neglect at high rates (30% to 60%). Locally, Bolton Refuge House in Eau Claire and Family Support Center in Chippewa Falls provided services to almost 500 children in 2014. The effect of children’s exposure to IPV is significant. In fact, in the opinion of Bolton Refuge House Executive Director Pat Stein, “It’s just as damaging to a child to witness it as it is to experience it.” Erika Stevens, domestic violence youth advocate for Family Support Center, agrees. “The threat of violence is equally as triggering and traumatic as the act of violence.” Even in the case of children who don’t witness the violence directly, their imagination will make up for or magnify the violence of words or actions they hear behind closed doors. Even in infants, the effects are very noticeable, such as low weight, absence of smiling, and general disengagement. Stein explains how, many times, the victimized parent will think the infant is simply an “easy baby,” and not realize the child is being adversely affected. Emotional, cognitive and physical development of a child is most critical from birth to five. For children who grow up in a home with domestic violence, Stevens states, that development is adversely affected. According to the “Children’s Trust Fund Report, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) in Wisconsin 2010”, there is a strong association between traumatic experiences in childhood and mental and physical health struggles in adulthood. Specific to witnessing domestic abuse, adults who lived through this adverse childhood experience were found to be more likely to have physical and mental health problems, engage in high-risk behaviors, and have a lower quality of life. 831953_6-3-17

Exposure to parental violence as a child has been found to be a strong predictor of whether a person experiences domestic violence in adulthood. Living through domestic violence can also lead to habits of violence and coercion as a learned behavior to resolve conflict. The best hope to end, or at least greatly reduce, domestic violence may very well be to focus on children. 831945 831954 06-03-17 06-03-17

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A bachelor’s guide TO ONLINE DATING ...From a guy who’s been there, tried that By Chuck Rupnow

Shoes? Really? It’s the shoes? After a nearly 45-minute pleasant conversation at a coffee shop with an attractive woman I’d met online, she glanced under the small table and commented. “Do you always wear those shoes?” Huh? “Do you always wear shoes like that?” I responded that I did, but not every day. I mean, they were basic black dress shoes. I have others, maybe not clean, but others. “Oh, I could never date anyone who wears those.” I looked at my shoes, wondering if I accidentally put on my green-stained lawn-mowing ones, and then looked back at her. I determined she was serious and decided that if shoes were more important than personality, beliefs, life experiences and other attributes, I likely hadn’t found a match. OK then, it was nice meeting you. Off I went.

That’s one of only a few seemingly bizarre episodes from the online dating scene that started for me several years ago. I have met some very nice women and in two cases developed a longer relationship, but there have also been some doozies. I’m not sure why I started the online dating experiment. It had been decades since I’d been dating. I found out fast that things have changed! I had never been much of a bar scene person. That didn’t seem to be a good place to try and meet someone — again, at 62 years old. I’d heard of online dating, but not being a savvy social networker, I was, to say the least, a bit apprehensive. After all, what information did I need to put out there? How do you upload a

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photo? Who are these people online? Really, this is the way to meet someone? Yikes! But, I guess it’s now the way to go. After all, could all those commercials about online dating success be inaccurate? And, for $10 a month, what could go wrong? But which one? I’d heard some sites were for hookups (I had to ask a millennial what that was). Zoosk matches people based on their behaviors, and eHarmony pairs folks with the personalities and lifestyles that complement each other. Tinder only matches people who “swipe right” before allowing them to chat in the application. Only women can initiate contact when using Bumble. PlentyOfFish is available in five languages. OurTime is for people older than 50 years old. As weird as it seemed, I dove in, not sure what to expect. First there was the profile thing with all the categories — faith, race, leisure activities, etc. Certainly I couldn’t talk to my buddies about this.

“Oh, you’re one of those,” How am I going to make me sound interesting? What type of person was I, and what kind of person was I looking for? Geez this is tough. Describe yourself. Huh? I’m not sure what I put down for my profile and I haven’t dared look back at it. I cobbled something together that I thought might not be too intimidating, boring, revealing or scary, and managed to find a photo that wasn’t too offensive. Then came the hard part – payment and hitting enter. I wasn’t sure if I wanted it to be accepted or not, but it was.

with parking on Saturday afternoon at a church in the Woodbury, Minn., area, which I do once a month, and would be attending church Sunday in Eau Claire. I figured we could do something either Saturday night or Sunday afternoon if she was interested. “Oh, you’re one of those,” she said. “What?” She went on to say that she had other ideas for Sunday mornings and she couldn’t date a “churchgoer.”

Not one to routinely check emails, and unfamiliar with the online dating thing, I didn’t know how this worked.

I’ve had several women ask me to see their places no more than 30 minutes into a meeting, suggesting I could stay as long as I wanted and they had any toiletries I might need. I might be a little out of touch, but I knew what that meant.

Eventually I received some responses and I viewed those of others. Now came the time to actually contact and eventually meet these women.

I had a recently-retired executive, after about 20 minutes, ask if I wanted to go with her on a 10-day trip to Italy. All I had to do was come up with $10,000.

It’s difficult to judge someone simply by correspondence and photos. I’d heard accounts from others who had tried online dating that not all the photos were up to date and that others were actually doing the correspondence.

I passed.

For obvious reasons, I am not including names in the following accounts, but the vast majority of the women I met with were from the Twin Cities area.

A woman, not nearly similar to the photos I had seen, sat down next to me. She said she didn’t resemble her photo because they were of her daughter. This woman was in her late 70s and told me the only way she could meet men was by using her daughter’s photo and lying about many aspects of her profile.

Now what do I do?

When asked what might have attracted me to those that I met, I’d have to say a combination of their responses to questions, photos and profile. I did not meet with anyone that I did not first speak with on the phone. To me, that was very important.

I agreed to meet one woman in Eagan, Minn., again, at a coffee shop. I texted that I had arrived and she said she was also inside. I didn’t spot her.

After a brief conversation about how lying isn’t the best way to make a good impression, I said good-bye.

For the most part, the women I met were very congenial, and most first meetings were at coffee shops.

Mostly though, the meetings have been very relaxed and it was easy to tell early on if there was any kind of spark.

I had several women receive calls shortly into our meetings, learning later that they had arranged for friends or family to call in case they needed an excuse to leave. None ever did.

I’m not online any more, but I do have a few suggestions for those who are thinking about it.

I met a woman in Hudson for coffee on a Friday. We seemed to hit it off well and tried to arrange another meeting. She asked what I was doing for the weekend. I explained I was helping out

In all cases, be genuine, with photos and profiles. Lying about any aspect of who you are or what type of person you are searching for won’t be beneficial. Be up front if you are looking for a long-term relationship or not. I’ve had

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several women who admitted they are on sites simply to meet men for brief encounters. Show an up-to-date photo. If you claim to have an “athletic and toned” body shape, make sure the photos are at least close to that claim. That’s not always the case from what I’ve seen. Photos! Oh my goodness. They are, for me, extremely valuable. The ones I appreciate are simple, usually displaying nice smiles in relaxed situations. I don’t need many, sometimes only one, if it is pleasant. I don’t care for ones where the pet is the main subject of the photo, or the selfies taken in front of a mirror. If you have one photo, don’t make it the one where you have sunglasses on, or one where it’s a group photo and you don’t identify which one you are. One I still laugh about when recalling all this is a photo of a woman holding a cat by its front legs in front of her. The cat’s body stretched to the floor and the woman could barely be seen behind it. I have been on two sites and favored the one where I got to scroll through a substantial list of possible matches instead of the service picking only a select few over months of subscription. What’s really interesting is when you run across someone you already know and read her profile. I was amazed by one site, when I provided a distance limit for matches, that most of the possibilities were from Texas and Indiana, way out of that range. The key for me is knowing myself and the type of person I wanted to share time and adventures with. That makes it all a lot easier. The whole process has been worthwhile — allowing me opportunities to meet a number of people and to evaluate myself. It might not be for everyone, but for me, it was worth the risk and challenge. Rupnow lives in Eau Claire and is a reporter for the Leader-Telegram.

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Window shopping, however, can be trying for some consumers, especially considering the maze of choices. The experts at Renewal by Andersen® offer consumers these window-shopping tips to simplify the process: Work with trained window experts. Trained window professionals at Renewal by Andersen’s various dealers will help you understand a window’s performance, answer questions about energy efficiency and provide sound advice about your window replacement project. Choose high-quality windows with a reliable warranty. Carefully read the warranty information before you purchase your windows. Consider asking the following questions about the warranty: How long does it last? Does it include installation? What is excluded from the warranty? Is it fully transferrable? Choose windows that are custom-made to exact measurements. To maximize performance and provide longterm efficiency, a replacement window must fit well in the opening. Choose replacement windows that are custom-built to precisely fit each window opening in your home. Use professional installers. Installation is a key component to any window replacement project. Even the highest quality windows will underperform if installed incorrectly. Choose installers that can provide technical expertise and judgment for determining the best installation method. Better yet, choose a company that includes installation as a key part of their window replacement process with installation included in their warranty. Choose low-maintenance windows. Windows made from composite materials can be a good option for homeowners who like the look and strength of wood windows but also want the low-maintenance features of vinyl. Composite windows don’t need ongoing staining or painting to maintain their natural beauty — saving time and money. For more information on Renewal by Andersen windows, call Asher Lasting Exteriors at 715-832-7282 or toll free 888-462-7437. www.goasher.com. 832676 06-13-17

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Bras:

We love them, We hate them, Are we wearing them right? By Deb Hagen-Foley

More than 95 percent of women in western culture wear bras, according to a report by National Public Radio. The same report cites historians who say that cloth worn across women’s breast, as an undergarment fastened in the back, began in ancient Greece. In Western Europe, corsets were worn by women attempting to meet the Victorian ideal figure of a tiny waist and large bosom. Corsets, generally made of metal, restricted women’s movement and breathing while forcing them into an unattainable physique. Physicians blamed corsets for fainting spells and muscle atrophy. Fortunately, in 1917, the U.S. War Industries Board asked women to stop buying corsets, according to the NPR report. Demands for metal to make ammunition and other supplies

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to support the World War I effort resulted in a metal shortage. Quickly replacing corsets was the modern bra, crafted in 1914 in the U.S. by Mary Phelps Jacobs, better known as Carrese Crosby. Her first bra-like creation was spontaneous, the result of frustration over a corset and corset cover poking through her sheer gown, according to her autobiography, “The Passionate Years.” With the assistance of her maid, the first brassiere was formed from two handkerchiefs and some pink ribbon.

The other women at the party were astonished at Jacob’s freedom of movement and asked her to sew bras for them too.

Patent Design for a “backless brassiere” by Mary Phelps Jacob, Wikimedia/Public Domain

At 19, she started a business and applied for a patent for the brassiere, which was later sold to the Warner Brothers Corset Company for $1,500, equivalent to more than $25,000 in today’s dollars, as reported in her autobiography. Even to this day, some women lament Jacob’s invention. “Bras are horrid torture devices,” said Lisa O’Keefe, of Eau Claire. “They are stupid. I would put tape over my (nipples) . . . if I thought I could get away with it.” Surely some women who share O’Keefe’s disdain for bras are experiencing discomfort because they’re wearing the wrong size. Here are some tips to make sure the fit is just right: • If the cups of your bra wrinkle or your breasts don’t fit inside the cups, the cup size may be wrong. • If the center of the bra doesn’t sit against your breastbone or the band rides up your back, the band size may be wrong. • To determine your correct bra size, measure around your rib cage, under your bust. This will give you your band size. • To get your cup size, measure loosely around the fullest part of your bust. Round up to the nearest inch. The difference between this number and your band size is your cup size. If the difference is 1, you are an A cup. If it’s 2, you are a B cup, and a threeinch difference is a C cup, etc. These band and cup size together are your correct bra size. If you lose or gain weight, take your measurements again. Professional bra fitting is available at Victoria’s Secret and the lingerie department of major department stores.

But do you need to wear one? The pencil test, attributed to Ann Landers, was used as a guideline to determine when a girl should begin wearing a bra. A pencil is placed in the fold on the underside of the breast. If the pencil does not fall, this indicates the need for a bra. Wearing a bra is a personal choice, as there are no known health benefits to it. In a 15-year study of 330 women aged 35 and younger led by JeanDenis Rouillon from the University of Franche-Comte on the effects of bras, Rouillon, a sport science researcher, found that women who didn’t wear bras had perkier breasts. “Medically, physiologically, anatomically – breasts gain no benefit from being denied gravity. On the contrary, they get saggier with a bra,” Rouillon said. The same advice may not hold for older women, Rouillon noted. More Millennials are opting to go braless in favor of a natural look over a pushup bra, according to a 2016 USA Today article. Carly Mallenbaum of USA Today states that Fruit of the Loom and Victoria’s Secret report greater demand for wirefree and unlined bras over padded bras and those with underwires. She cites market research that Millennials favor sports bras, and that searches for the bralette were up 121 percent in 2015. A bralette combines a traditional bra with a sports bra. Victoria’s Secret launched a new unpadded bralette collection this year. Advancement is great. Just don’t bring back the corset. Hagen-Foley, a Chippewa Falls native, is a researcher, educator and freelance writer based in Wisconsin Rapids.

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I hear frequently that “They’re only baby teeth.” Why would you fix them? They are going to fall out. It is true that the teeth erupt when the children are between 6 months old and 2 and a half years old. However, some of the teeth last until the child is nearly in high school. They are not “babies” at that time (or we hope not).

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Crestview Academy is a K- 8th grade private school and an exciting place where children learn and grow. At Crestview, students receive a high-quality, classical education in a non-denominational Christian atmosphere. We currently have openings in our kindergarten class for the 2017-2018 school year.

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It’s time to enroll for 2017-2018 classes! Eau Claire 4 Tomorrow What Is It? Eau Claire 4 Tomorrow is an early learning program offered to all four-year-olds in the Eau Claire Area School District. The EC4T program is free* to ECASD residents.

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How Do I Register? If by September 1, 2017, your child will be 4 years old, an EC4T application must be completed. Applications are available at www.ecasd.us, click Schools, Early Learning, Program Options, Eau Claire 4 Tomorrow, Online Application. Babes In Toyland Childcare Center 715-830-9432 Beautiful Minds Child Care 715-834-4360 Chapel Heights Preschool 715-832-2333 Children’s House Montessori School, Inc. 715-835-7861 Color My World Childcare & Preschool Inc. 715-835-2060

Days Gone By Early Learning 715-835-1234 Eau Claire Area School District-Head Start 715-852-3630 Genesis Child Development Center 715-830-2275 The Kiddie Patch Early Learning Center 715-833-9464 KinderCare Learning Center 715-832-8099

The Learning Tree Child Care Center 715-834-5439 Little Bloomers Child Care Center 715-839-1050 Little Minds Matter, Inc. 715-598-1819 Mayo CHS Child Development Center 715-838-3198 Rachel’s Place Early Learning Center 715-832-1414 x2200

Redeemer Early Learning Programs 715-835-9207 Regis Child Development Center 715-830-2274 UW-Eau Claire Children’s Nature Academy 715-836-2178 Western Dairyland Truax Head Start & Family Literacy Head Start 715-985-2391, ext. 1251 YMCA Child Development Center 715-836-8460

For information regarding EC4T, contact the Eau Claire Area School District Early Learning Office at 715-852-3608.

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Pictured is a bridge over the Eau Claire River at Boyd Park Monday, May 22.

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A detailed guide of hiking, biking & sightseeing trails in the Chippewa Valley By Emily Vanda

The summer sun is beckoning, and that means it’s time to get out and answer its call. Though you may be enticed by the unparalleled sights of national parks and well worn famous trails, you don’t have to travel hundreds of miles to lose yourself in nature. Grab your friend, grab your pup and head to one of many prime hiking trails and parks in the Chippewa Valley. Follow this guide for tips about the best trails and parks, including those good for longer day hikes and others for shorter trips that fit in your busy schedule.

Duncan Creek Parkway, Chippewa Falls Starting in Chippewa Falls, right in the heart of downtown, you’ll find the Duncan Creek Parkway trail. Perfect for walking, running, cycling and in-line skating, this scenic trail is a 10-mile paved route that winds through Chippewa Falls. Its easy access and waterfront route makes it ideal for a daily jog or walk. The trail passes Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company, follows Duncan Creek and heads northeast near Timbers Terrace Golf Course. It’s well maintained and connects to the Old Abe State Trail north of Highway I/Wissota Green Boulevard.

Brunet Island State Park, Cornell About a half-hour drive northeast of Chippewa Falls is Brunet Island State Park. This park is a 200-acre island located in the Chippewa River and is accessible by bridge. The park has eight miles of hiking. Cont. on pg 24

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Bikers follow the new trail on Eau Claire’s West side. Photo by Marisa Wojcik

reminder for bikers Remember if you’re biking, walkers and joggers have the right of way. According to REI, an outdoor gear supplier website, “…mountain bikes are considered more maneuverable than hikers’ legs, bikers are generally expected to yield to hikers on the trail.” But this isn’t always adhered to, especially with more advanced trails that have steep inclines or sharp curves. Even on the paved trails, keep your eyes up and be aware of your fellow outdoor adventurers. You can find more etiquette guidelines specific to Wisconsin Trails on the Wisconsin DNR website, or you can ask your local DNR or park ranger for a trail etiquette brochure.

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Zachary Thon of the Department of Natural Resources talked about the gorgeous views and prime fishing you will find here. He said there are several small trails on the island, ideal for hiking, that are sometimes used for skiing in the winter. The trails take you right by the water, and you’ll get to see some beautiful woodland vistas and possibly spot some wildlife on your hike. A vehicle admission sticker is required, and the island is accessible via Park Road in Cornell. There is one trail, the nature trail, where pets aren’t permitted, but they are allowed on a leash on the rest of the trails. The park is pack in, pack out, meaning any trash you accumulate on your trip must be taken with you when you leave.

Riverview Heritage Trail, Chippewa Falls For an off-the-beaten-path experience in Chippewa Falls, check out the Riverview Heritage Trail. “It’s a hidden gem,” said Ally McCullough of the Chippewa Falls Chamber of Commerce. McCullough said the trail comprises paved and rustic options and is right on the water, giving hikers glimpses of the Xcel Energy Dam.

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The most popular times for hiking and biking in Chippewa Falls are in spring and fall, McCullough said, alluding to the times when she receives the most calls about trail usage. The trails are usually open year-round as people use them for skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. Hikers are taken through the Riverview Reserve and can connect to Duncan Creek Parkway and Old Abe State Trails.

Old Abe State Trail, Chippewa County Several trails connect to Chippewa County’s paved 20-mile Old Abe State Trail. McCullough said it’s mostly used for biking, but people do a fair amount of walking there, as well. The asphalt trail is well maintained with incredible water views as it follows the river. Just remember that if you bring your pet, you need to keep them on a leash and be sure to clean up after them. The trail is free to those walking or jogging. You only need to pay for a state trail pass if you are biking, in-line skating or horseback riding. Some points of entry are at Highway O in Lake Wissota, Highway S in Jim Falls and Highway 64 in Cornell. The trail connects to Brunet Island State Park.

Heading a little farther south to the city of Eau Claire, you’ll find even more trails and parks that are perfect for a short excursion or day trip. You can’t talk trails in Eau Claire without mentioning the city’s Parks and Recreation division. That department is responsible for about 30 miles of recreational multi-use trails. “The paved trail winds all through the city, connects to different parks and takes advantage of the river corridor,” said Todd Chwala, from the Parks and Recreation maintenance division. You can bike, hike and in-line skate on the trail, and it’s open year-round. Pets are welcome on a leash. After asking Chwala if he had a favorite park or trail in the Eau Claire area, he said simply, “All of them.” The Chippewa River Trail runs for a little more than 3 miles through the city from Phoenix Park across the railroad bridge and south to the city limits. Cont. on pg 26

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15 years of laughs, memories & PROSTS! Article provided by Jackie Boos, Tourism Director, Chippewa Falls Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center.

2017 marks the 15th Annual Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest! Chippewa Valley residents and visitors from across the Midwest gather to celebrate their German heritage with an authentic, family friendly festival. Each year Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest welcomes over 14,000 attendees through the gates to enjoy over 30 bands performing a variety of live music on four stages Friday through Sunday. Oktoberfest offers a family friendly, toe tapping or full dancing, kid’s games and inflatable fun, stein holding, sauerkraut eating contests, and many authentic German foods and desserts.

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This year’s event will not disappoint as many crowd favorites are returning. See the expanded kid’s area with many additional games, demonstrations and outdoor activities. Meet the Oktoberfest Royalty and Crazy George each day during the on-grounds parade! The 15th annual event will be held September 15-17 at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds in Chippewa Falls. Don’t miss the revealing of the 2017 Oktoberfest Festmeister and Festmeisterin and rolling out the Golden Keg at Leinenkugel’s Brewery on Friday at Noon. The goal of Oktoberfest has always been to strengthen and support the Chippewa Valley by donating proceeds back to the community groups and nonprofits that volunteer their time at the event, make a stop at Oktoberfest a must this fall. Prost! 832338 06-03-17

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ECCT has another busy summer of classes for all ages, events, and quality family entertainment planned. This summer over 40 classes for ages 3-18 are being offered in all areas of theatre. Students in the Eau Claire & Chippewa Falls school districts can take a number of classes for FREE this summer- complete details at www.ecct.org. ECCT will be hosting two events this summer — the UV Splash 5K the evening of June 23 at the Northern WI State Fairgrounds and the 7th annual Show Us Your Talent Competition at the state fair in Chippewa Falls July12-15. If you’re looking to see a show this summer there are 7 to choose from. The summer season kicks off with the hilarious dinner theatre production of TONY N TINA’S WEDDING, June 8-10, followed by 5 performances June 29-30 of the family favorite “MAGIC TREEHOUSE: PIRATES PAST DAWN.” Both shows are at The Oxford. July starts off with the Stephen Sondheim classic A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, playing at the State Theatre July 15-16, followed by 5 Performances at The Oxford of another family classic July 20-21, THE FANTASTIC MR. FOX. The 28th Season officially ends with the new musical MADAGASCAR playing at the State Theatre July 26-30. Based on the popular Dreamworks movie the show features fun for the entire family and the popular song “Move It.” The summer series of shows wraps up in August. On August 5 at 2pm, 50 students in a week-long class perform a musical version of Lewis Carroll’s THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS. MISCAST 2017 will end the series August 11-12 at The Oxford. MISCAST features classic Broadway showtunes presented in new and fresh ways, with males performing songs written for females and vice versa. ECCT invites you to check out the full list of class offerings and more information on this great line up of summer shows at www.ecct.org or call 715-839-8877. The 2017-2018 29th Season brochure comes out in mid-July! 831958 06-03-17

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High school students, Joey Kroeger and Bodhisattra Smith walk through Phoenix Park along the Chippewa River State Trail in Eau Claire. Photo by Marisa Wojcik

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Other trails in the city, according to the city’s website, include: Bellevue Avenue to Eddy Street, 2.4 miles; Riverview Drive west to Wells Road and south to Folsom Street, 1.9 miles; South railroad bridge (parallel to West Clairemont Avenue), past Lakeshore Elementary School, under Fifth Avenue to First Avenue, 1.5 miles; Lever Street to Lorch Avenue (parallel to Highway 93), 1.1 miles; Menomonie Street north through Carson Park, down to the causeway, 1 mile; South Dewey Street over the S Bridge, along Galloway Street to Boyd Park Bridge, .6 miles; Soccer Park through Grover Playground to Grover Road, .6 miles; West Madison Street to Barstow Street/Farwell Street to Dewey Street, .5 miles.

Just south of Eau Claire is Lowes Creek County Park. Though favored by mountain bikers, the Lowes Creek trails are multi-use and can be traversed by hikers and joggers, too. The park can be accessed via South Lowes Creek Road. An entrance fee of $3 daily or $25 annually with an Eau Claire County Parks vehicle pass is required. The park is pet friendly. It’s one of the most popular parks in the area with trails open year-round for skiing, walking, biking and running. Sarah McCutcheon, a member of Moms on the Run (a fitness program specially catered to moms and women of all fitness levels), is familiar with the trails in the Chippewa Valley and particularly enjoys Lowes Creek. “I love being close to town yet feeling like I am on an adventure far away,” she said. “The hills, rocks and creek-crossings are technical, which also makes it interesting and different than regular road running.”

Red Cedar State Trail, Dunn County The Red Cedar State Trail, located in Dunn County and accessed in Menomonie, is one of the trails included on the Visit Eau Claire website. The trail is multi-use, open all year-round and well maintained. It’s one of the best ways to check out the diverse wildlife and lush greenery that Wisconsin offers, and you’re guaranteed scenic views of the Red Cedar River. The trail is 14.5 miles of crushed stone that crosses nine bridges and takes hikers through forests, wetlands and grasslands. Parts of the trail are subject to flooding, so always check the DNR website before you plan your trip. The trail is maintained by the state, so those hiking and jogging can access it for free. A state trail pass is required for bicycling and cross-country skiing. You can access the trail via the Highway 29 depot building in Menomonie, at the intersection of Highway D and Paradise Valley Road in Irvington, or at the intersection of Highways 25 and C in Downsville. The trail connects to the Chippewa River State Trail. Cont. on pg 28

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A SUMMER TOGETHER: Article provided by YMCA - Eau Claire.

Learn, Grow, Thrive With summer right around the corner, the temperatures are warming up quickly, making it easier to spend time outdoors. Instead of simply sending your kids outside to bask in the hot summer sun, join them for fun family activities! Parents can gain so much more than just joining their kids outside for a little bit. Although the obvious might be the physical activity component, advantages go deeper than just that.

Guaranteed time spent together If your family is going to the gym together or walking around the neighborhood together a few times a week, this can allow quality time to really get to know each other, especially if the time is spent electronic-free. Providing a basis for making healthy choices altogether If parents encourage kids to become and stay active, this provides a way for them to get their kids to fulfill other aspects of the seven dimensions of wellness as well. The seven dimensions of wellness are: spiritual, social, physical, emotional, intellectual, environmental and financial. Holding each other accountable It’s a lot easier to stick to scheduled physical activity if you have a buddy to do it with. By sticking to plans to be active with your children, they’re seeing what it means to be committed to something they care about. Goal setting By aiming to be physically active for either a certain amount of time per week, or certain days per week, there is tangible evidence that it is possible to stick with goals. 830509 06-03-17

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It’s Sew Much Fun!

Article provided by Jamie Mossige, Sew Complete.

I can hardly believe Sew Complete is celebrating 27 years! Where has the time gone? We are constantly meeting new people and have been long time friends with many more whom we have met through our business over the years. Sew Complete is not just any “retail store.” We are a place where people can come and learn many things about their sewing machines and special sewing techniques. Our machine lessons are open to people who have purchased their machines from us, and most of our other classes are open to everyone who has an interest in learning new things about sewing, making new friends, enjoying some time with old friends, laughing and sharing. Our classes are for the young and young at heart — we offer very basic sewing classes and classes that are more challenging. Sew Complete is an authorized Brother, BERNINA and Pfaff dealer. We do service most makes and models. We have sewing, embroidery and serger machines for sale in all price ranges and can meet anyone’s needs. Some of our machines are quite basic, and others include hundreds of stitches, embroidery patterns and extra accessories (and there are lots of machines in between). It is really fun to see how machines have evolved over the last 27 years! The midline and top of the line machines do so much more than ever, and they are so user friendly! Hands-on lessons are included with most of the models we sell. This helps people to do more with the features that are on their new machine. Our shop also offers a good range of machine accessories, general notions, stabilizers, patterns and books and a nice selection of fabric. As we go into our 28th year, we invite you to come in often and see what we have to offer. Things are always changing — and the coffee is almost always on! Everyone who wants to sew can have “sew much fun” at Sew Complete. 832522 06-03-17

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Bikers take a selfie on the High Bridge over the Eau Claire River Photo by Marisa Wojcik Cont. from pg 27

Other hot spots: Chippewa River State Trail: Located in Dunn and Eau Claire counties; runs for 39 miles; trail surface is asphalt; can be accessed at 40th Avenue at Highway 124 and East Main Street/Highway 10 at 10th Avenue in Durand. Buffalo River State Trail: Located in Buffalo, Eau Claire, Jackson, Trempealeau counties; runs for 36 miles; trail surface is crushed stone; can be accessed at North Street and Town Line Road in Fairchild, and Marten Street south of East Main Street and Highway 10 in Mondovi. Eau Claire Rail Trail: This newer mile-long trail in Eau Claire can be accessed at Folsom Street or Forest Street and is entirely asphalt. Cattail State Trail: Located in Barron and Polk counties; runs for 18 miles; surface is crushed stone, dirt and gravel; can be accessed at Alma Street in Almena and Keller Avenue South in Amery. Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area: Located in Chippewa County; runs for 23 miles; part of the nearly thousand-mile Ice Age National Scenic Trail; can be accessed from the Interpretive Center on Highway M in New Auburn. Vehicle admission stickers are required. Vanda is a freelance writer based in Spooner.

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Hoffman Hills, 740th Street, Menomonie. Open yearround from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Pets are not allowed. Vehicle admission stickers are not required. State trail pass needed for cross-country skiers 16 and older. Stage Coach Bicycle Route, Stone Street, Augusta. This route is on a road, is open year-round and doesn’t require a state pass to use. Find the trailhead at the corner of Town Line Road and North Front Street in Fairchild. Putnam Park, Eau Claire. Access via Putnam Drive. Pinehurst Park, 3523 Delbert Road, Eau Claire. Rod & Gun Park, 1515 Rod and Gun Park Drive, Eau Claire. Located on the west side of Half Moon Lake.

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Glaze N’ Glass Creations, LLC opened their doors on October 18, 2015. The paint-yourown pottery and glass fusing studio was located at 2155 EastRidge Center, Eau Claire. Glaze N’ Glass has since relocated to 24 W Cedar St., Chippewa Falls, WI. The studio offers everything you’ll need to make oneof-a-kind ceramic and glass-fused pieces. Whether you are a beginner or more advanced, artists of all ages are invited to tap into their creativity and design their own masterpieces. Assistance is provided, if desired, to learn a variety of fun and easy painting and fusing techniques that may enhance your finished product. In addition to a wide assortment of bisque on hand, customers may special order customized pieces for a more personalized project. Bisque items available range from collectibles and dishware to holiday and seasonal pieces. The studio offers a large selection of colored glass and all the tools necessary to create unique fused glass items. A variety of monthly events and other specials will be offered soon! The studio also offers accommodations for private parties. Book your birthday party, scout event, office team events, or bachelorette party with us for a unique and unforgettable experience. Come fire up your creativity! No experience necessary! For booking information or questions call us at 715-861-7979. Find and “Like” us on our Facebook page Glaze N’ Glass Creations. Webpage: glazenglass.com 830358 06-03-17

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Experiencing memory loss can make the world seem quite confusing. Sometimes we need to search for the words to express ourselves. Social events that used to be fun are now more challenging. Many of us may choose to stay home to avoid any embarrassing moments, or we may worry about what others are thinking about us. At a memory café, socializing with others who are experiencing similar challenges is empowering. We can focus on our strengths, make new friends, and just enjoy the relaxed non-judgmental atmosphere that is a key element of the memory café! Memory cafes are designed to provide socialization, support, learning, and fun in a safe, social environment. To participate in a memory café, you may call ahead of time for more information and directions, or just come! Regular participants receive monthly mail and email reminders. There is no charge to participate. Donations are always welcome to help cover costs. Monthly food sponsors provide the refreshments. There are morning and afternoon cafes throughout Eau Claire County. Contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center at 715-839-4735 or learn more about dates and times. 832352 6-3-17

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