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Couples planning a wedding quickly realize just how challenging a task that planning can be. From paring down the guest list to arranging the music to choosing a menu for the reception, couples must make several decisions when planning their big days.

Staying organized when planning a wedding is no small task, as the planning can be spread out over several months or even more than a year, making it difficult to keep track of what’s has and hasn’t been done.

The following are a few organization tips that should help couples keep on track when planning a wedding.

Write things down. Whether you write things down the oldfashioned way in a notebook or jot down notes in a tablet, write down your plans as you go. Write down important phone numbers, vendor information and all the other details you’ll want instant access to.

It’s important that such notes are taken in something that’s portable, allowing you to jot down notes immediately as opposed to forcing you to remember until you arrive home.

Create a to-do list. A to-do list is another great way to stay organized when planning your wedding. As you make certain decisions, simply strike those tasks from the list. This way you will know which tasks you’ve polished off and which ones you still need to work on.

Create a wedding calendar. Keep a calendar devoted specifically to the wedding. Include appointments with vendors and information regarding payment schedules and other deadlines on this calendar. If you set any deadlines for yourself, such as when you prefer to choose a band for the reception, jot these deadlines down on the wedding calendar as well.

Take a digital camera along when shopping for your wedding. Many couples want to explore their options

before making any decisions with regard to attire, floral bouquets and other aspects of the wedding. But it can be difficult to remember all of the things you might have seen throughout the process. Bring a digital camera along when shopping so you won’t have to rely strictly on memory when making your final decisions. As you take pictures, upload them to your computer so when the time comes to make a decision, those photos are easily accessible.

Delegate certain tasks. Even couples that consider themselves taskmasters can benefit from delegating some tasks when planning a wedding. This can save you some time and make it easier to keep track of everything. When delegating, ask friends or family to handle those tasks that don’t require a personal touch. For example, ask a best man or maid of honor to arrange for guest transportation to and from the airport. It’s not too much responsibility, but it’s one less thing for busy couples to worry about.

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Inspiration boards bring wedding plans to life

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Making the wedding of your dreams a reality may require some creativity. It can be challenging to organize all of the creative ideas swimming around in your head, but inspiration boards may be able to help.

Inspiration boards, sometimes referred to as idea boards, are commonly used by interior designers, artists, writers and even wedding planners.

Such boards can serve a great purpose when starting a new project, especially if all of your creative ideas seem to lack cohesion. Sometimes seeing things together, rather than in bits and pieces on their own, can fuel even more creativity.

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Brides and grooms are veering away from strict traditions as they seek to infuse their personalities into their weddings through individualized desserts, new styles of floral decorations and, of course, fabulous fashion tweaked to meet their dreams.

Gal fashion The shift away from strapless dresses continues.

Nessa Bevins, a bridal consultant and part of the Bridal Sweet team of Foreign 5 in Chippewa Falls has noticed that off-the-shoulder and sleeved dresses are on trend this year.

She’s also seen more brides interested in illusion tops: dresses with sheer fabric that covers the shoulder and arms, bringing up the actual neckline of a strapless dress.

Brides have been choosing more dresses with intricate lacework, embroidery and embellishments. “Within the lace, we are now seeing double layers of lace that offer a delicate lace base with a second layer accenting detailed appliques. Glitter tulle has stolen the stage by adding an extra layer of glam to already stunning gowns,� Bevins said.

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At the Bridal Sweet, brides can glam up their gowns by adding beaded pieces to the bust line and choosing the color and lace pattern.

Bevins has noticed a few other trends: More brides are opting for button-up backs.

Ball gowns are making a comeback while fit-and-flare and A-line styles remain popular.

Many brides are straying from traditional white and ivorycolored fabrics.

Champagne, blush and light gold fabrics are reigning this year.

As they have for a while, more brides are allowing attendants to choose their own silhouettes while staying within the parameters of color and material.

Bevins expects this trend to continue.

“It allows bridesmaids to choose a price they are happy with as well as a style that suits their own body,” she said. “We have seen bridal parties that include variation of color among bridesmaids. This look typically focuses on staying within a family of colors but with varying hues.”

Guy fashion Bevins has seen more men opting for suits and tuxedos in shades of grey.

“Among the varying colors, there is also a clear desire for specific fits,” Bevins said. “Tuxedos and suits have developed into modern fit, slim fit and ultra slim fit, in order to meet style preferences.”

Additionally, men are opting to rent individual pieces instead of the entire suit.

“By ordering (a) vest, shirt and tie only, men incorporate their comfort by wearing jeans and boots. Suspenders varying in color are a nice addition to this more casual look,” she said.

Conversely, Bevins has also noticed a strong trend toward a more formal look that often includes a bow tie and matching pocket square.

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Earthy looks are in this year when it comes to flowers.

Brittany Stark, general manager of Westgate Sportsman’s Club in Eau Claire, has also noticed an appreciation of nature in wedding colors overall.

Popular are neutrals and natural colors, such as whites, creams, soft pinks and natural green tones, according to Bevins.

She said brides are also opting for looser, more natural gatherings of flowers as opposed to traditional tight bouquets.

The natural trend extends to décor.

“Flowy, cascading bouquets are the perfect accent to any arch, staircase, or to finish the ceiling décor,” Bevins said.

“Flowers are making a statement during the ceremonies, from enhancing arbors to finishing off the bride’s look with a crown of flowers. As neutral hues and greenery have increased, many brides opt to use large garlands of foliage as centerpieces stretching across the length of long tables.”

Brides are less interested in using fresh flowers. Bevins has noticed many brides eschew the real thing in favor of realistic silk flowers. This allows them to either save them as keepsakes or resell.

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“The rustic themes are still very popular, especially for fall. I have seen more olive greens and dusty rose pink this year,” she said.

On the other hand, Lauren-Brooke Kircher, wedding coordinator and catering manager at Metropolis Resort, has seen an explosion of purple.

“It used to be navy, which is still common, but purple has really blown up,” she said.

Food In addition to the traditional options of a two-meat entree with salad, starch and vegetables (of which pepper-crusted beef tenderloin is their most popular), Stark has seen more couples choosing to do taco buffets at Westgate Sportsman’s Club.

Cakes are moving toward individuality and personality, according to Bob Larson, owner of Bo-Jo’s Creations Floral, Cakes and Gifts in Ellsworth.

“Personality is probably the best term to describe wedding cakes today. Everyone wants to be noticed and remembered for the interesting and novel ideas they have for their cake and wedding in general,” he said, adding that he has also seen a lot of masculine themed cakes, such as tree stump cakes with birch bark textures and Mossy Oak camoflauge designs.

Larson has also seen couples asserting their individuality in their cake flavor (or flavors).

“Delectable fruit and fudge fillings paired with unique cake flavors is a booming trend,” Larson said. He’s seen show-stealing combinations of key lime with raspberry, poppyseed with amaretto and dark chocolate with buttercream.

However, Larson also noted that individual dessert servings being substituted for full cakes are more popular than ever. Many couples celebrating in a more relaxed outdoor setting, such as a cottage or barn, may have a small cutting cake for the bride and groom and then offer cupcakes for the guests.

Couples often draw from their family recipes for these individual desserts.

“Nostalgia plays a role here when we use grandma’s brownie recipe, mom’s famous chocolate caramel turtle bars or the groom’s favorite ginger snap cookie,” he said. “Elegant displays using trumpet vases filled with coordinating décor, beautiful crystal pedestals and vintage cake plates are exceptional display pieces for the treats selected by the bride and groom. There is no limit to the creativity and variety that can be put forth with this type of a wedding cake substitute.”

Kircher has noticed the same trend at the Metropolis.

“First it was cake, then cupcakes, and now the favorite dessert seems to be a dessert or candy bar. Rather than ordering a large amount of cake or cupcakes, people are ordering some cupcakes, some cookies, brownies and candies for guests to pick as they would like.”

Venit is a freelance writer based in Eau Claire.

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Inspiration boards can include magazine clippings, photographs, fabric swatches, quotes or literary passages, and color swatches. As the idea board grows, you may find a common denominator among your inspirational elements. This can help determine a theme for your wedding or jump-start other planning.

While poster boards may be more traditional idea boards, creative ideas also can be compiled in binders or scrapbooks, which work especially well at keeping all items organized and concise. Plus, they’re portable, which means you can take a scrapbook to a meeting with a wedding vendor and show him or her your concepts for the wedding.

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Later, when photographers, florists and other vendors have been booked, you can attach receipts or agreements to the inspiration board for future reference.

This keeps all of your important wedding information in one place rather than requiring you to search through different folders or files for important documents. In addition, if friends or family members ask for advice on vendors and planning their own weddings in the future, you can readily access your inspiration board.

To start building your own board or book, take clippings of photos or articles that resonate with you. As you visit bridal shops and other stores, take fabric swatches and pictures of particular looks. Attend bridal shows

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Having spent the last decade working in the wedding industry, Eau Claire native Sarah Hrudka Behlke has seen it all.

So when it came to planning her own wedding, the wedding photographer and creative designer of Eau Claire-based wedding gown design house Linyage knew what she wanted — and that was not necessarily going to fit the norm.

What emerged was what Sarah refers to as an alternative wedding — but she knows she’s not the only one looking to break from tradition and plan a unique wedding in one sense or another.

“I think going alternative is now the norm. So it’s kind of a Catch 22,” Sarah, 29, said. “We’re all trying to be unique, but then everyone does that.”

Sarah points to the rise in popularity of social media platforms such as Instagram and Pinterest to explain why many have goals of planning the most unique, picture-worthy wedding — as folks are “constantly trying to one-up and outdo each other.”

But for Sarah — and she suspects for many in her position — that’s not the case.

“For me it was more about keeping it personal,” she said, noting the wedding was heavily focused on her relationship.

She and her now-husband Dustin Behlke were married Sept. 18, 2015, in a field. Sarah wore a Linyage dress, which in itself is unconventional.

The premise of the business is to cater to the nontraditional bride, she said.

But more than that, their wedding was about celebrating the two of them and the “talented individuals” who contributed to their togetherness, Sarah said.

First and foremost, it was important to Sarah that her bridesmaids were comfortable. So instead of picking out any specific dress from any specific dress shop, she gave them a color palette and allowed her gal pals to find their gown — of any style they felt most comfortable, from any store or shop they liked, allowing them to spend as much or as little as they wanted.

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Second, the couple was open-minded about who they chose to have in their bridal party. Although all of Sarah’s bridesmaids were women, a close lady friend of Dustin’s was a “groomsman.”

Danielle’s younger sister Tina, and Todd’s best friend Andy Dahm, shared the altar with the Booses.

The sisters planned the wedding together, which actually made the process easier, Danielle said.

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“I think a lot of times you can get so stuck on your own ideas,” she said, “but asking for input and having someone as a soundboard helps too.”

When the idea of a double wedding was first mentioned, Danielle and Todd were not interested in the idea, despite the couples’ closeness and the fact that they both wanted to get married that year.

The sisters’ grandmother, a pastor at their church, officiated their wedding, making the day all the more special, Danielle said. She noted she didn’t feel slighted whatsoever in having a joint wedding.

“We shared a lot of friends, we wanted the same things and our bridal parties were going to be pretty much identical. Grandma suggested a double wedding and we thought ‘That’s kind of weird,’ ” Danielle said

In fact, the day served as yet another step the sisters took together, despite their four-year age difference.

as a couple than it was to have people that we didn’t have a relationship with,” she said. “We are both so prideful of our people that we really wanted to showcase their talents.”

with a laugh. “We thought about it, she explained it more and we thought that would save the family some time and money. ... So we just ended up deciding to have it together.”

Involving their families in unique ways is also something Danielle and Todd Boos, of Stanley, planned for their wedding on Aug. 31, 2008.

Besides the difficulty in finding a reception hall that would be large enough to fit their 300-some guests on the big day, Danielle said the wedding went off without a hitch.

Danielle said. “... It’s almost like one last thing we got to do together as sisters — as single sisters. It was a good experience and it was easier for people; it was something we could share.”

Those off-beat details extended elsewhere, from the officiant who was one of Sarah’s favorite teachers to her father, an artist who illustrated everyone in the bridal party for the program and for each person to keep as a momento.

Sarah also paid homage to places that meant most to the couple by featuring only local vendors on their special day.

“It was more important to me to have the energy and words and talents of the people who made impacts on us

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“It was neat because my sister and I had done so many things together,”

Family also drove, more literally than figuratively, Erin Harsh and her nowhusband Mike Harsh to their wedding destination.

OFF TO THE RACES On Aug. 5, the Harshes, who reside in Chippewa Falls, were married in the midst of a busy Saturday night of races at Thunder Hill Speedway in Menomonie. They were the first couple to be married on the site, Erin said.

Marriage was something the couple of 8½ years had talked about, but had never seriously pursued, as they focused on their four kids, Erin said.

But when someone suggested they get married at the races, Erin said they were all for it, since they were from what she calls “a racing family.”

The couple’s three sons race, and their daughter appreciates it, so the family spends nearly every Saturday at the track.

“We thought ‘that’s not a bad idea,’ ” she said of hosting a wedding at the track. “Neither of us are into the traditional wedding, dressing up, and none of our kids wanted to do that.”

The couple wanted their ceremony to be officiated by a good friend of theirs who also happened to be a truck driver. He could only guarantee he’d be in town for one date, Aug. 5.

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Within the span of nine weeks, they planned their wedding for the race night. The ceremony took place during the intermission between the regular races.

“We made an aisle with the go-karts and we had a wedding in the middle of the races,” Erin said. “...

There’s no place we would’ve rather been.”

But wherever you get married, however you celebrate your big day, whoever you invite, Sarah and Danielle agree in the end what’s most important is what got you there in the first place — the relationship.

“I think the most important thing is to remember that the wedding itself is just a day; it’s the marriage that’s most important,” Danielle said. “Focus on the marriage.”

“There is no right way to throw a wedding. It’s about the marriage more so than the wedding. That’s just the beginning,” Sarah said. “So who you invite and what you have are important but they should matter to the two of you.”

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I proposed on a mountaintop in the vicinity of Anchorage, Alaska during the sunset, which could have been all day since it was the end of December and the sun never passed more than a hand’s width above the mountaintops in the distance.

My now wife and I picked out wedding bands the next day.

That band of titanium carbide was slipped onto my finger by my wife on Aug. 15, 2010.

Two weeks later, when I realized it was missing, I was sick to my stomach.

That day, 20 fellow sportsters and I wandered around a soccer field, hunched over and focused on the grass, straining to catch a glint of silvery metal.

I had taken my ring off and slipped it into my pocket when I arrived at the soccer field for ultimate frisbee practice. I forgot about the ring until after our warmup run.

I enlisted the whole team to join me on the hunt and we scoured the field and our running path for upwards of an hour, finding nothing.

It wasn’t the money, or how unique the ring was. In fact, the ring was pretty ordinary titanium carbide purchased in a Kay Jewelers in Anchorage on credit.

It was the symbol that I lost, and I was afraid that my wife would believe I had taken our marriage lightly. I resolved to never lose my wedding ring again.

A week later I was sitting in a chair at Skin Prints Studio in Eau Claire chatting amiably with the tattoo artist as she pumped drop after drop of ink into my ring finger. It’s been nearly seven years and I haven’t lost this wedding ring yet.

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The idea for a wedding ring tattoo came from a good friend who had decided to get one after accepting a new job where jewelry wasn’t allowed.

He still had his ring and wore it when not at work, but felt uncomfortable going more than eight hours a day without it.

The idea of a wedding ring tattoo percolated into a fine solution and by the time I was home on that fateful day, finger bandless, I had decided.

The process Getting a wedding ring tattoo wasn’t as simple as thinking of a design and showing up at a parlor downtown.

Mindy Krueger at Krueger Tattoo Studio in Eau Claire said the business gets at least a couple of phone calls a week asking about wedding ring tattoos.

“However, many times people want to have them done that day or at least within the week, and our schedule usually doesn’t allow for that,” she said.

There is a lot of information available about tattoos on the finger and hand, and it’s good to remember a few facts before making the longterm commitment.

1. It’s going to hurt, a lot.

There is little fat or tissue on your finger, and a lot of nerves.

There are portions of my ring that aren’t as filled in as other spots because the pain was so severe. My tattoo artist at Skin Prints took pity on me and didn’t press as deeply as needed to have a strong and vibrant tattoo.

Getting the tattoo hurt worse than I expected, especially as the tattoo artist began to ink along the lower sides. The palm of the hand has more nerve endings than the top of the hand.

Being that this tattoo was specifically meant to show my commitment to my wife, I gritted through the pain.

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Jason Stein of Cyclops tattoo in San Francisco commented in an article on the website Bustle that a finger tattoo can be one of the most painful tattoos to get. Thankfully, they don’t take long, typically about 30 minutes.

Tattoo artist Mike Roth of Rezurrection Tattoo in Eau Claire said the business stopped doing tattoos around the finger about six months ago because of the problems it was causing.

2. Finger tattoos will fade quicker than other tattoos.

“We never do a guarantee on hand or feet tattoos and after explaining the reasoning to the clients and still having problems, we stopped doing them all together,” he said.

Almost seven years into my marriage, I can tell that I will need to freshen mine up soon, and I am looking forward to it as a recommitment to my beautiful wife.

Fading can be caused by rubbing, washing and using our hands.

Skin on fingers moves often, stretching and contracting, and that amount of movement contributes to quicker fading. Being in a colder climate can add to this issue as we find ourselves frequently pulling gloves on and off.

Moreover, skin on the finger is thicker than other places on the body, and without the fat and tissue behind the skin, the ink may not take very well.

3. Simpler designs will be better When considering a wedding ring tattoo, keep the design simple.

Ink from intricate designs might bleed, causing the lines to join and the overall design to suffer.

Line art or simple letters would work well.

“Sometimes couples will choose to do a symbol, a number, or a flower on their ring fingers instead of doing an actual band,” Krueger said.

That can lead to a tattoo not being as rich in black or color, as the ink doesn’t saturate as well.

She mentioned that wedding rings can’t be too detailed because of space limitations on the finger. Lines in tattoos need to be a certain distance apart to hold up over time, Krueger said.

Getting the tattoo touched up may be necessary. But if the tattoo doesn’t come out as expected, wait at least two weeks before going in to get any ink bleed or color fade corrected.

“Although they don’t allow for much detail, we have definitely seen quite a bit of variation in the designs people choose, but the most common is a solid black band,” she said.

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Something else to note is that a ring will not be a full circle, as the ink won’t take well or at all on the palm side of the hand.

Many designs are not built around the simple wedding band. They can be as simple as a date, name or initials, or even a single diamond.

My design was a simple band with three empty circles.

Since getting my tattoo, I have heard more comments about my wedding ring than anyone I know, which is excellent for both my wife and me.

I am constantly reminded of my commitment to her and she is constantly reminded that I would endure the pain to share my commitment to her with the world.

On top of that, it looks pretty awesome.

Graceheart is a freelance writer based in Chippewa Falls.

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Guidelines recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, a group of experts in disease prevention, also recommend these screenings for women: blood pressure, cholesterol, colorectal cancer, and diabetes. Proper care and early identification of illness risk factors can keep women on the road to good health.

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BREAST CANCER:

Both men and women can get breast cancer, but women are at a far greater risk than men. According to Breastcancer.org, roughly one in eight women in the United States will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. The Canadian Cancer Society says breast cancer is the second leading cause of death from cancer in Canadian women. The earlier a woman finds breast cancer, the better her chance for survival. Cancers caught early are less likely to spread to the lymph nodes and vital organs than cancers caught at later stages.

Recommendations on mammogram screening start time and frequency vary with age and risk factor, so women should discuss and develop an individualized plan with their doctors.

CERVICAL CANCER:

Doctors advise that women should receive pelvic exams beginning at age 21, or earlier for women who are sexually active. Pap smears are screenings that help detect the presence of cancerous cells on and around the cervix that may be indicative of cervical cancer. Guidelines continually change regarding the frequency of Pap smear testing, but the general consensus is women age 30 and older may need screening every three years if they have not had any abnormal tests in the past, according to Everyday Health. Women should speak with their gynecologists regarding how frequently they should be tested for cervical cancer.

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BONE DENSITY TEST:

Osteoporosis, a weakening of bones that causes them to become more fragile, may initially be symptom-free. Osteoporosis is often discovered only after a fracture. The National Osteoporosis Foundation says that estrogen decreases during menopause can cause bone loss, which is why women have a higher risk of developing osteoporosis than men. In addition to healthy living habits, bone mineral density tests beginning at age 65 or earlier can help identify problems early on. Certain risk factors may require women to begin receiving bone density tests before age 65.

SKIN CANCER SCREENING:

A report from the National Cancer Institute appearing in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology revealed startling melanoma trends among young women.

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Screening for changes in skin markings can help identify melanoma and other non-melanoma cancers early on. Skin should be checked by a dermatologist or a general health professional during regular physicals.

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Saturday Night is Bingo Night

by Hannah Pitzl

Article provided by Sacred Heart of Jesus-St. Patrick’s Parish.

Sacred Heart of Jesus-St. Patrick’s Parish offers weekly Saturday Night Bingo to bring the Chippewa Valley community and others outside the Valley together. Players are even given the opportunity to win some cash.

Located at 418 N. Dewey St. in Eau Claire, the church has found a fun way to get community members out on the weekend. While prices of playing cards range from 50 cents to $14, winnings have the potential to be much more. Early Bird Bingo goes from 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and consists of five games, with the winners taking home $50 for each game they win during that session. Regular Bingo follows from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. with 17 games, and the winnings range anywhere from $20 to $150. Bingo Night ends with a Progressive Jackpot Game that goes swiftly from approximately 9:15 to 9:30 p.m. The progressive prize ranges from $200 to over $3000.

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It’s not all about the money though, is it? Bingo Night runs year-round every Saturday night (except for holidays and the month of July), and many regular bingo-goers find value in mingling and spending time with their friends and family. The Saturday night gathering spot is a great place to connect with others in a family atmosphere.

“For me it’s good entertainment, something that I like to do, and it’s fun to yell ‘Bingo!’,” said regular bingo player Janette LeBakken. “It’s nice to spend time with my daughter who plays bingo, too, and you meet so many people.”

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Volunteering to work Bingo Night is also an option for those who want to be more involved in the community without playing the game. One volunteer, Beth Hougen, explained her enjoyment of Bingo Night and volunteering. “It’s a good way for someone to meet other people, and it supports the community,” Hougen said. “People come together, have fun, support an organization which in turn helps the community.”

So, if you are looking for a fun way to spend your Saturday night, think of going with a group of friends to play bingo. You never know, you may leave with more than you came with.

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Final Session bingo includes a progressive jackpot game

No carry-ins allowed.

Concessions are available.

To volunteer to help with Bingo Nights, contact the parish office at office@shspec.org. For more information on playing at Bingo Night, visit the website at shspec.org/bingo or check out their Facebook page at shspec.org to see what the current amount of the progressive jackpot is. This event is not only a great way to try and win some extra money, it also offers a great option to get out with your friends (or make new friends) and enjoy being in the city of Eau Claire on a Saturday night.

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Proceeds go toward helping community members in need.

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IMPORTANT HEALTH SCREENINGS FOR WOMEN

Routine medical screenings are an essential element of a healthy lifestyle.

Many health screenings are recommended for both men and women, but women also should include some gender-specific testing in their health routines.

‘An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.’ That popular adage can be applied to personal health, particularly with respect to women’s health screenings.

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“Eat Clean” with Kim Landry-Ayers What’s Your Health/Fitness Goal? Nutrition is the Answer...

Nutrition is far more responsible for creating your shape and your health than you ever could imagine. In this seminar, we’ll discuss basic “eatclean” principles along with how to incorporate them into your lifestyle so you can reap the benefits of a fit physique and healthful longevity.

Kim is the sole proprietor of Mission Accomplished Studio in Eau Claire. She is a nutritionist with a B.S. degree in Dietetics; a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher; nationally certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor with specialty recognition in strength training, post rehab and Pilates instruction; and a pro natural body builder and competition prep coach with over 25 years experience in the health and fitness industry.

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EMBRACE HUMOR. Surround yourself with others who bring a smile to your face.

Look for ways to laugh as much as possible.

Rather than go out to dinner or a bar with friends, head to a comedy club. Choose comedies at the movie theater and find humor in everyday happenings.

Positive thinking can make it easier to manage stress. The body responds differently based on an individual’s mood, and it may produce stress hormones if a person’s outlook is negative. Such stress hormones can compromise the immune system, increase blood pressure and even reduce the body’s ability to burn fat effectively. Thinking negatively and being on edge also can increase a person’s risk for developing cardiovascular disease and aging prematurely.

Conversely, maintaining a positive attitude can be good for your health. Studies have shown that thinking positively can lower rates of depression and anxiety, increase life expectancy and provide greater resistance to certain illnesses, such as the common cold. A 2012 preliminary study from researchers at Stanford University found that daughters of mothers suffering from depression were able to witness their own stress levels go down on a real-time brain scan as they switched from negative thoughts to happy ones.

Researchers are unsure why positive thinking has such profound effects.

But in addition to limiting stress-releasing hormones, positive thinking may inspire people to live healthier lifestyles that make them more likely to get routine physical activity and eat a healthy diet. Happy people also may be less likely to use tobacco products or alcohol as a coping mechanism when dealing with elevated stress levels, and such people will not have to deal with the side effects that can come with these unhealthy behaviors.

Becoming a more positive thinker can take a little effort for those without a natural inclination for optimism. But because positive thinking boasts such significant health benefits, men and women might want to try the following methods to embrace their optimistic side.

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IDENTIFY AREAS THAT NEED CHANGE. Think about moments in life

that may bring you down or inspire negative reactions. If work is problematic, figure out ways to make it better and work toward improving the situation.

BE SUPPORTIVE OF YOURSELF.

Consider what you would say to others and then treat yourself the same way. Would you be overly negative or derogatory toward a complete stranger? Probably not, and there is no reason to be harsh with yourself, either.

Push negative thoughts away.

VOLUNTEER. One way to see the world in a more positive light is to help others who may be less fortunate than you. Volunteering not only helps others, but it also can help you put your own problems in perspective.

Volunteering also helps you feel good about your efforts, which can translate into positive thinking.

THINK LIKE A CHILD. Take a cue from youngsters and find joy in the little things.

Let children be the leaders in activities and mimic what they do. You just may find yourself laughing more and enjoying yourself. Being silly for a little while is one way to recapture the feelings of youth.

LAUGHTER IS GOOD MEDICINE

The Mayo Clinic says that whether or not a person is an optimist or a pessimist can affect many areas of his or her health and well-being, and those who see the glass as half-full may ultimately be healthier than those who see it as half-empty.

Positive thinking is more than the subject matter of self-help books. It’s a viable way to improve personal health and live longer.

EXERCISE. Start an exercise regimen, as physical activity naturally reduces stress and can improve mood.

Laughter combined with positive thinking is a prescription for good health. Research shows laughter relaxes the entire body, relieving physical tension and stress for up to 45 minutes. Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases infection-fighting antibodies. Endorphins that promote an overall sense of well-being and relieve pain can be released from a hearty bout of laughter. Furthermore, laughter can increase blood flow throughout the body, which protects against hypertension and heart attack.

POSITIVE ATTITUDE

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A balanced diet, exercise, genetics, and even certain medications can work in concert to make a person healthy. But a person’s demeanor also can factor into personal health.

12:00 PM

Create Your Bridal WOW! Alice Rothbauer

12:30 PM

Clean Cooking, Eating Out & Treat Ideas! Stacy Wickstrom

Clean Cooking, Eating Out and Treat Ideas! with Stacy Wickstrom Create Your Bridal WOW! with Alice Rothbauer It’s the most photographed year of your life. Love your look and shine as a beautiful bride-to-be in the countdown to your wedding day. Learn skin care strategy and easy makeup tips that you can use for your engagement pictures, wedding shower, bachelorette party and rehearsal ceremony. Then take your everyday look and add the WOW factor to feel like your most beautiful self on the BIG day.

Alice Rothbauer is a Mary Kay Independent Sales Director, with over 20 years of experience in the direct sales beauty industry. She’s been a member of Mary Kay’s Court of Sales 16 times, with over $40,000 annually in retail sales, she’s completed the Court of Sharing 2 times and has over 150 consultants in her organization. Together her team has reached the Unit Retail Circle of Achievement 10 times, the highest at $500,000 in annual sale. She and her unit have qualified for the use of 10 Mary Kay Career Cars including 3 pink Cadillacs.

Her passion is to be an example of excellence in everything she does while delivering beauty confidence to her customers and team members. A graduate of UW-Madison School of Business, Alice has raised three children, Hannah 26, Jacob 22 and Isabelle, 21. In her spare time she pursues amateur body building and is the Impressions Support to PDPH. She lives in Bloomer, WI with her husband of 25 years, Bill.

Stacy will provide a 30 minute presentation on nutrition, cooking guidance and information to fit individual needs - not trendy diets! She will prepare a healthy treat and discuss how to “clean order” at restaurants.

She has a BA degree in Psychology with a Business Management Minor with an Emphasis in Nutrition, Human Resources and Safety and Loss Control. She is also a certified Level II Reiki practitioner.

She is currently a Product Development and Formulations Manager and Sales and Social Media Director for Natural Edge Protein, Yup Brands Ambassador and a Nutrition Consultant.

Stacy has been a natural sanction Figure competitor since 2012 and just received her IPA and NGA Pro card in Figure Masters this year!

Stacy’s two keys to success: Stay focused and on track with nutrition and weight training or any goal she sets. Make one improvement every day, no matter how small.

Her favorite quote: “Enjoy the little things in life; one day you’ll look back and realize they were the big things!”

Her best advice: “Trust the Process” Her motto to follow: “Crave the result so intensely that the work is irrelevant”

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Amp up your minutes of activity Generally speaking, adults should get about 150 minutes per week of physical activity. Different ways to get active include biking or strength training. Chores, such as mowing or raking, are beneficial as well.

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How do you determine whether or not you are healthy? Is it based on how many vegetables you eat? Is it based on how you feel? Or is it based on how often you exercise? Find out why none of these are mentioned in the definition of the word health and figure out how to truly transform your health as we discuss the real definition of the word health!

Piyo Flow with Brenda Crass Brenda Crass is the owner of Pure Fitness 4 You in Eau Claire; certified Personal Trainer, certified group fitness instructor with a hand full of certifications including nutrition, Pound, PiYo, Barre, Pop Pilates and others. Brenda’s passion is to be able to help everyone with their health and fitness goals and her mission at Pure Fitness 4 You is that every single person matters, once you step into the doors or make that first contact with her you are considered apart of the community/family; Which means everyone has your back each and every step of the way! Pure Fitness 4 You offers an assortment of classes where all fitness levels are welcome - every class is designed with moves for all levels as there will always be ways to modify or advance your skills.

Dr. Aaron is a Wisconsin native originally from Hartford, WI where he learned at a very young age (8th grade) that he wanted to eventually be a chiropractor after watching one his teammates get adjusted. After graduating with a bachelor’s of science degree from UW-Stevens Point in 2005 Dr. Aaron continued on to Palmer College of Chiropractic to fulfill his childhood dream of becoming a chiropractor.

Since then Dr. Aaron went on to do an additional year of training under Dr. Ben Lerner, the founder of Maximized Living, to become a certified Maximized Living Health Center which he opened in Eau Claire in August of 2009. Dr. Aaron continued his training by receiving his certification for spinal correction in November of 2010 and two nutrition certifications in February of 2011. Dr. Aaron’s passion for helping others and watching their lives change through the implementation of the 5 Essentials of Maximized Living has earned him a spot on the Wellness Advisory Council for several different USA sports teams. He also helps the profession with legislative lobbying and is a founding member of the Chiropractic Society of Wisconsin.

Dr. Aaron utilizes the principles of health to be able to enjoy his hobbies which include exercising, outdoor activities (especially bow hunting), and hanging out with his wife, Rachel, and two little boys, Gavin & Jaxon.

Come enjoy the PiYo Flow class at 10am!! PiYo Flow - the use of popular yoga poses while adding in isometric movements of pilates. Increase your balance, strength and flexibility with this all levels welcome class!

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Though it’s not as low in calories as popcorn, nonfat Greek yogurt is still a lowcalorie snack that’s high in protein. Nonfat Greek yogurt may have as much as two times the amount of protein as traditional yogurts, and that’s beneficial because protein helps you feel full longer, which should help you maintain a healthy weight and avoid overeating.

Nonfat Greek yogurt also tends to have less sugar than traditional yogurts, and its creamy texture gives many people the impression that they are eating something decadent.

Snacking may not seem like part of a healthy diet, but the right snacks can help men and women fight midday hunger without contributing to unwanted weight gain. The following low-calorie snacks won’t compromise adults’ efforts to maintain healthy weights, and they might prove useful as men and women look for that extra boost during the day.

GRAPES:

Grapes might not be as popular as potato chips or other widely available snacks, but they are great sources of vitamin K and are loaded with antioxidants. Grapes are loaded with water, making them a filling snack that can help men and women avoid dehydration. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, one cup of grapes can provide as much as 5 percent of the recommended daily value of dietary fiber despite containing just over 100 calories.

PISTACHIOS:

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Many people might read the labels of pistachios and be turned off by the fat content. But pistachios are low in saturated fat and high in protein, and a couple dozen pistachios may only amount to about 95 calories. Eat pistachios raw and do not add salt, which can negate their health benefits.

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HUMMUS:

Made primarily from ground chickpeas, hummus is a protein- and fiber-rich snack that has been linked to a host of health benefits, including a reduced risk for heart disease and certain types of cancers.

Dip vegetables such as baby carrots into hummus, and you’ll have a low-calorie snack that’s also high in vitamin A and beta carotene.

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POPCORN:

Popcorn is low in calories and a good source of dietary fiber. Popcorn also is high in polyphenols, which are antioxidants that have been linked to reductions in heart disease and certain cancers. Air-popped popcorn that is prepared without any oil is your best option, as a cup of such popcorn may only add up to about 30 calories. Avoid adding salt or butter or purchasing premade popcorn that is heavy on both, as both ingredients can compromise the health benefits of popcorn.

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Create Your Bridal WOW! with Alice Rothbauer

12:30 PM

Clean Cooking, Eating Out and Treat Ideas! with Stacy Wickstrom

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“No Time, No Problem”

Highland Fitness/Results Weight Loss

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“Eat Clean”

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