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BEAUTY AND FASHION 11 A FRESH START Georgia Basinski. BY ELIZABETH HARRIS
FOOD AND WINE 29 CHUTNEY Spice up the holidays. BY JORRIE JOHNSON 30 TO BRINE, OR NOT TO BRINE That is the question. BY JORRIE JOHNSON
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COMMUNITY 15 RINGING IN THE HOLIDAYS Rochester Area Handbells in concert. BY JEN JACOBSON 20 OVERTURES SEMYO women conductors’ musical beginnings. BY ANNA MATETIC 26 MN ADULT & TEEN CHALLENGE WOMEN’S CENTER Finding strength in the struggle. BY CINDY MENNENGA 45 HAPPY TO HELP OTHERS Why help out during the Holidays? BY TIFFANY HANSEN
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View a temporary exhibit and short 15-minute film, "At Home and Over There: American Women Physicians in World War I." The exhibit was created by the American Medical Women's Association. This event is a partnership with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs. Meet and network with women veterans at the event, appetizers will be served, mnhs.org/fortsnelling/activities/ calendar/6492.
GOD JUL IN STOCKHOLM, WISCONSIN Fri., Nov. 23, 4-8:30 p.m.
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Downtown Rochester’s holiday tradition includes "Warming House” activities, appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus, live entertainment, and Peace Plaza tree lighting ceremony.
“Jultomte,” a gnome-like creature appears around Christmastime, riding a horse-drawn wagon through the village. Sat., Dec. 8, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., A Handmade Holiday, demonstrations and treats
4-6 p.m. “Warming House,” Castle Community. 6 p.m. Help save Santa, Old City Hall, watch the fire department rescue Santa from atop Old City Hall. 6:30 p.m. Tree lighting ceremony, Peace Plaza, enjoy music and a tree lighting by the Mayor of Rochester. 6:45 p.m. Photo with Santa, Shops at University Square, meet and greet with Santa and a photo.
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3RD ANNUAL ROCHESTER CITY JAZZ FESTIVAL Sat., Nov. 10, 2:30 -8 p.m., Rochester Art Center
The festival will include performances by four regionally and internationally recognized jazz groups, food and alcohol service available, $20 per person. Steve Kenny Quartet 2:30-3:30 p.m. Kevin Clements, bass, and Dave Hagedorn, vibes 4-5 p.m. Fuzzy Math 5:30-6:30 p.m. McNasty Brass Band 7-8 p.m. Please see the Facebook event for more specifics on each performer: https://www.facebook.com/events/ 434143740444240/
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CHRISTMAS ON THE HILL Begin your Advent journey at the home of the Sisters of Saint Francis, experience splendor and wonder in the parlors, as the Nativity comes to life, special prayer service, dine on heavenly treats from the Italian appetizer buffet and gourmet dessert bar, bid on live and silent auction items benefitting the ministries of the Sisters of Saint Francis, $50 per person. To register, go to www.rochesterfranciscan.org or call 507-280-2195.
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY Sat., Nov. 24
November 24 marks the 8th annual Small Business Saturday, a day to support the local businesses that create jobs, boost the economy and preserve neighborhoods around the country. Small Business Saturday was created in 2010 by American Express across the United States in response to small business owners’ most pressing need: more customers.
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Basinski first read RochesterWomen magazine in the veterinarian’s office as a new Rochester resident a couple of years ago. She found the stories of local women inspiring, and they gave her insight on her new community. For 20 years, Basinski lived in western Colorado and homeschooled her kids while working part time restoring antique quilts and night auditing for a hotel. Basinski went through some life changes that left her questioning what her purpose was, so she decided to move to Rochester for a fresh start. While being a mother and grandmother gave her joy, she found a new sense of purpose through volunteering in the community. Basinski continues to enjoy spending time at Hawthorne Education Center and Bear Creek Services. These two organizations have become very near and dear to her heart and have allowed her to make valuable connections in the Rochester community. When she is not working or volunteering, Basinski stays busy gardening, reading books for her book club, playing pickleball, swimming, attending church activities and spending time with her dog, Champ.
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FEELING BEAUTIFUL “It’s important to take care of yourself,” Basinski says. “It shows that you value yourself.” She believes that if you don’t take care of yourself, you are no good for anyone else. When asked what makes her feel beautiful, she says that helping others is what makes her feel most beautiful. “Doing one small thing for someone else in a day makes that day worthwhile.” Instead of making the easy choice to stay where she was, Basinski took a leap of faith and invested in herself with a fresh start. It wasn’t easy to move away from everything that she knew, but by doing so she found new value in her life. She is happier and stronger now because of the decisions she made to make changes in her life. By taking care of herself, she can continue to give back to others. Basinski enjoyed her experience having her first makeover and found the process to be fun. She loves trying something new and looking different from how she has looked in the past. Basinski would like to express her deep appreciation to Kat and Hair Studio 52, Jennelle and Mainstream Boutique and Jennifer Jones Photography for their contributions to her makeover. Elizabeth (Liz) Harris works for the American Cancer Society and is a freelance writer.
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Left to Right: Ringers Laura Weiss, Ellie Cipriani, Mackenzie Lyons, Chris Boswell and Andy Larson. Musical director Paul Kingsbury.
HANDBELL CHOIRS HAVE LONG HAD A PLACE IN CHURCH SERVICES OF MANY DENOMINATIONS. The goal of
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Photos by Nick Jaworski.
SETTING THE STAGE RAH is a fairly new ensemble—it officially launched in August 2017. Founder and musical director Paul Kingsbury, who moved to Rochester in 2015, was surprised to learn that there wasn’t a community handbell group in a city this size, especially with so many fantastic choral groups and other music ensembles already in existence. Fast-forward a couple of years, and the groundwork was laid to organize a handbell group. RAH’s inaugural season was marked with five concerts, including a Christmas concert in the Rochester Public Library auditorium that maxed out room capacity. The city of Rochester also had the good fortune of hosting the 2018 Area 7 Handbell Musicians of America Festival Conference in June, which brought ringers from Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota,
Wisconsin and Manitoba into the city for three days of ringing and workshops. Along with performing in the massed ringing event, RAH had the honor of opening the festival with a concert and reception.
CREATING MUSIC TOGETHER With a wide range of ages, the 16 women and men of RAH come from different parts of the country and all walks of life but have one thing in common: a lot of bell ringing. Combined, the group has well over 300 years of ringing experience—many who’ve been ringing since childhood—not to mention those with directing experience. Many also sing or play other instruments with groups in the community in addition to handbells. Ringer Kristy Giere compares RAH to a sports team. She says, “We need to work together doing our very best for the end results at performance time. It takes practice!” Musical director Kingsbury shares much the same sentiment. “What I love about RAH is that it’s a group of like-minded people all working together toward a common goal,” Kingsbury shares. “This really came through at our last rehearsal before the June 2018 concert when ‘Dreamscape’—a particularly challenging piece—finally came together. I remember cutting everyone off after the last chord, and everyone just looked at each other with their mouths hanging open like, ‘Wow, did that really just happen?’” Even with all their ringing experience, it can still be challenging to turn in a top-notch
performance. Ringer Laura Weiss says, “I enjoy playing music in RAH that makes my brain work a little harder. It’s rewarding to hear a piece come together after months of rehearsing, knowing it’s a result of each ringer’s dedication. We are all talented ringers, yet there’s no feeling of competition or judgment among members. We genuinely enjoy and care about making beautiful music, especially creating music together.”
WHAT’S AHEAD Now in its second year, RAH is expanding its repertoire with a full new set of pieces and putting an emphasis on production and showmanship—bells are a visual experience just as much as an auditory one. The fall/ winter season will include a number of shows centered on a “Colors of Christmas” theme, with music ranging from “Greensleeves” to “Blue Christmas.” The season culminates with a free concert at the Rochester Public Library December 9. There’s really nothing like timeless favorites played by a set of handbells to set the tone for the holiday season. Visit rochesterareahandbells.org for more dates and times. All are welcome, and attendees are encouraged to ask questions and give the bells a try after the show. Come ring in the holidays with us! Jen Jacobson is a writer, editor and proud founding member of Rochester Area Handbells. RWmagazine.com November/December 2018
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THE TITLE “ARTISTIC DIRECTOR” IS LISTED IN NEARLY ALL PROGRAMS OF LIVE THEATRE, FOLLOWED BY A NAME. Sometimes the
first page contains a note from the director with thoughts about the playwright, the actors or the overall production. That’s about all we know of the person behind the curtains—the one who assembles the designers, cast and crew; the one responsible for helping each actor realize their full potential resulting in a remarkable, memorable and profitable show; the one who quite possibly is entrusted with the fate and future of the theatre itself. It’s a long and winding road that leads a director to be the driving force behind the curtain, and for women sometimes the road is fraught with bumps, twists and turns. Southeast Minnesota has numerous women who have traveled the road and are now successful and prolific theatre directors.
the high school stage for many years before making the transition to community theatre. “There was a dinner theatre in Rochester, Top of the Rock, and the gentleman involved gave me the opportunity to act and then, in a leap of faith, direct. I had to pay my dues so to speak,” Frarck explains. That leap of faith has led her to the stage in Mantorville, the Rochester Repertory Theatre and many others. Is it more difficult for a woman? She says, “Maybe, maybe not. Multitasking is the key.” Frarck has written her own scripts and prefers to direct a play that asks for “the truth of human response” whether drama or comedy. “It needs to speak to me,” says Frarck, “help me learn something about myself and others.” She still hopes to direct Shakespeare’s “Measure for Measure.”
of a puzzle together. I love directing; the nuts and bolts of it are a challenge. Women bring sensitivity to the direction, finding the special moment that makes everybody involved feel important.” One of her favorite productions is “Suite Surrender” at Rochester Civic Theatre. As director and actor, she says it was a perfect blend of actors, set and script. Always on the lookout for the next good script, she is open to different opportunities.
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Laur ie H el m ers OVERCOMING CHALLENGES
k c r a r F l Che r y SHE PAID HER DUES Cheryl Frarck has worked her magic on numerous stages. “I began as a drama director while teaching at a high school,” Frarck says. “That was almost 50 years ago. I was frustrated with the lack of importance the drama department was given and subsequently the lack of respect for the drama director.” She wanted to focus on educational theatre, to “create generations of theatre lovers.” Frarck made an impact on
Perhaps you have heard Laurie Helmers sing, seen her act, noticed her name on programs from Spring Valley to Rochester and points west and south. She began by playing Daisy Mae in “Li'l Abner” in college. A voice and piano teacher, Helmers says her directing career kicked into gear when Stewartville Community Education wanted to do a musical and she took on the director role. “It’s a challenge for any director to get actors, volunteers and crews. A director puts on whatever hat is necessary,” Helmers explains. Having directed in many venues she finds it most challenging to work with schedules of facilities and actors. “I’ve had to practice in my home, on a lawn, a church basement, you name it. It’s like putting pieces
Having performed and directed in many rural communities as well as Rochester, Suzie Hansen brings a wealth of experience to the newly formed Absolute Theatre as one of its founding members. “Going from acting to directing seemed like the natural thing to do. Being able to create the overall picture in your head is rewarding. You have access to every character and can influence the interpretation. Yes, lots of work and pressure bordering on craziness, but rewarding,” Hansen states. “Women bring awareness to the audience. A subject might be sensitive, but if the audience needs a laugh, we laugh. It’s entertainment,” says Hansen. “Men and women have different views on the same subject, so a play will look different when in the hands of two genders.” The musical “Robber Bridegroom” is much loved, and Hansen has directed it multiple times. She’s written numerous mysteries and performed for charities. Opening night, she says is “nerve racking,” but she tries to sit back and enjoy it.
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M is ha Johns on BRINGS LIFE TO THE THEATRE Talent behind the scenes and on the stage speaks for itself. Such is the case with Misha Johnson. After college, and a lengthy stint in a theatre company, she returned to her hometown of Rochester. Putting her musical, acting and directing talents and experience to good use in a variety of ways, she likes having her hands in all of it. “A director’s job is to bring theatre to life and life to the theatre,” Johnson states. “Challenges I have faced are not so much as a female director, but being a young director,” claims Johnson. Taking on the bigger, more nonconventional musicals and presenting them in a unique way has been her most recent forte. “There is no one way to direct. Scripts may have stage directions that can be followed or used as a guide or ignored. The beauty is that each is open to interpretation.” Johnson has offered innovative programs for youth in Rochester and Denver, Colorado. She cites Rochester as a fertile ground with room to grow.
major in college, she often worked with the local community theatre in Winona. She gained experience as a high school teacher and drama director. Her love of theatre led her to work with the people who were involved in Rochester’s Top of the Rock Theatre. They decided to start a professional theatre company. “We quickly learned it was not profitable but wanted to continue so we formed a nonprofit and became the Repertory Theatre.” “The theatre itself puts their trust in you when you direct, as well as the actors, and in the end, the audience,” Skattum says. “It’s a tremendous responsibility.” Soon, she will be directing “Avenue Q” at the Repertory. Laughing, she explains, “That deals with current issues through the use of puppets, monsters and actors. It’s funny and inspirational.” One of her proudest moments was when she directed “Wit,” and Mayo Clinic asked them to perform for their staff. It then resulted in taking the play on the road. “It’s a legacy I won’t forget.”
LIFETIME OF CHANGES Jean Skattum has directed for somewhere around 60 years. “Boy, I’ve seen a lot of changes in that time,” she explains. A theatre 18
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Kath y Ke ech FINDING THE LITTLE NUANCES
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theatre has limited time available,” she explains. “It requires major organizational skills, finding the little nuances that enhance the show, with the focus on audience entertainment.” One of her favorites plays is “Children of Eden,” while “Mamma Mia!” is on her bucket list. She will be directing “Blood Brothers,” an engaging but ambitious production at Absolute Theatre. “I never take directing for granted,” she adds.
“Carousel” was the first play Kathy Keech directed. “It was a big project my brother in Chatfield sort of coerced me into,” Keech admits. Theatre was her major in college and after graduation, she was busy with theatre in New York and the Guthrie in Minneapolis. When not offered a directing opportunity, she was more likely to be building sets. She also taught, acted and choreographed, which are more traditional roles for women in theatre. She returned to her home territory to work and raise a family. Taking an eight-year hiatus, she returned first to acting, then directing. “I like seeing the growth of the actors when directing. It’s an enjoyable process to put together a group. Everyone in community
What began as a plan to become a commercial artist turned into a theatre degree after Joan Sween accepted a role as Joan of Arc in college. “I was seduced by the group of people who worked together and became a family. It was a lot more fun than standing in front of a canvas,” Sween recalls. Her directing debut was a murder mystery performed in the Saint Marys School of Nursing. She has directed and performed in several plays in numerous locations. “I enjoy seeing your personal interpretation of a script come to life,” she says. “If I have seen a play I want to direct, I aspire to do it better.” You can never do enough research or planning, she advises. A major issue is scheduling. Allotting enough rehearsal time with so many actors leading busy lives makes it a major challenge. “Miracle Worker” and “Inherit the Wind” remain two of her favorite directing experiences. Sween's background includes being a successful costume company entrepreneur, business owner of Feast and Footlights Dinner Theatre in the Holiday Inn Downtown Rochester and the originator of a widely acclaimed national playwright contest. Now semi-retired from directing, Sween is a prolific playwright and artist.
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SEMYO WOMEN CONDUCTORS’ MUSICAL BEGINNINGS BY ANNA MATETIC
BRINGING MUSIC OUT OF STUDENT MUSICIANS IS THE PRIVILEGE OF SOUTHEASTERN MINNESOTA YOUTH ORCHESTRAS’ (SEMYO) CONDUCTORS SARAH GIFFORD AND SUSAN OFTEDAHL. Gifford takes
In college, Oftedahl pursued both vocal and string musical studies. While strings won out in her junior year, Oftedahl did not give up on vocal music. “I sing in the most wonderful choir,” she says. Oftedahl participated in conducting a course in the Twin Cities while working in Northfield as an orchestra teacher. Her professors were the conductors of the Minnesota Susan Oftedahl Sarah Gifford Orchestra and the St. Paul Chamber the baton for the philharmonic Orchestra. She conducted in both of those orchestra while Oftedahl conducts the chamber strings. professional orchestras as a finale. “I had learned to love conducting in college,” she says, “but this took me to a different level in skill and OVERTURES (CHILDHOOD) inspiration.” Rochester native and Mayo Clinic employee Sarah Gifford started Oftedahl went on to be the conductor for the Greater Twin Cities out playing piano. She came to enjoy playing accompaniments with Youth Symphonies (GTCYS). She traveled around the world with both other musicians, rather than doing solo pieces. “My journey with the GTCYS and the Eden Prairie String Academy. Fondly, she adds, “One clarinet was a little more thorny,” she says. While not her first choice distinct memory was watching the GTCYS Symphony performing of instrument, she stuck with playing and found she enjoyed it. “I love side-by-side with the Hong Kong Youth Symphony. No communication music and playing with a group,” she explains. She also plays clarinet but for the notes on the pages.” in local ensembles and teaches private lessons. CODA (TODAY) Susan Oftedahl’s music journey began with her father, a former Gifford’s former piano teacher forwarded the SEMYO conductor music college professor. It was his job at Minnesota State University job posting to her. “Oddly enough, I hadn’t done SEMYO as a kid,” in Mankato that moved her family to Minnesota. He took Oftedahl she says. She now feels she has the best of both worlds. She has a and her brothers to see a variety of student and professional musical daytime, lower stress job and a place to pursue her musical interests. performances. She plays cello in the Rochester Symphony with a cello that was a gift from her father and was made by David Folland, a luthier The student musicians’ interest and motivation in music really sets the experience apart. “One student thanked me for each SEMYO (a maker of stringed instruments such as violins or guitars) in Northfield. rehearsal with such enthusiasm,” she shares, “I could have fallen off “The enriched sounds deepen my enjoyment of playing,” she says. my podium with joy and disbelief!” CADENCE (COLLEGE) “It has always been my honor and privilege to conduct young Gifford’s experience at Luther College helped her understand the musicians,” says Oftedahl. A fellow member of the Rochester spirit of being part of an ensemble. “I was in band, orchestra and jazz Symphony, flutist and SEMYO Executive Director Elizabeth Gomoll, orchestra,” she recalls. Each group had different roles for the clarinet. told Oftedahl about the opportunity. Oftedahl brings her experience “I learned a lot about musical collaboration that way.” in working with first-time musicians and tries to make their experiences At Luther, Gifford met a clarinet teacher and mentor who rewarding. “I hope to lead them into lifelong musical pursuits.” encouraged her graduate studies at Oklahoma University You can find both women conducting at SEMYO’s Fall and introduced her to the opportunities of a professional (November 11), Winter (March 3) and Mother's Day orchestra. Her graduate school clarinet teacher (May 12) concerts. SEMYO also hosts a concerto became another mentor. Clarinet students attended competition at the end of January. For more discussions about various topics regarding music information and a calendar of events, visit semyo.org. education. “I continue to be inspired by their work,” Anna Matetic is a freelance writer who enjoys says Gifford, “even though we all live in different Rochester’s growing music scene. parts of the country.” 20
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SISTERS FOREVER LINKED BY HEART AND SPIRIT BY TRISH AMUNDSON
MANY SISTERS HAVE A SPECIAL BOND THAT GROWS STRONGER OVER TIME. Tami Berg and Lisa
Thorson have an incredible and ever-growing connection with their sister, Meg Hawks, even though they just met her last year. Now united, the three women are connected not only by paternal roots, but by similar characteristics, interests and love of family. They are sisters by blood—and sisters by heart.
DREAM COME TRUE
Tami, a professor and director of Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies at Winona State University, grew up with her biological sister, Lisa. “I had no idea I had another sister until I did an Ancestry.com DNA test,” says Tami. She had questions about her ethnic background. “It came back with a ‘first order relative’ match, so a little detective work began.” The genealogy website linked Tami to Meg in Nebraska. She also had tested her DNA. “I remember getting the message from Tami asking if I knew how we could be related,” says Meg, who also works in education as a school secretary. Adopted at birth, she had limited information but knew her birth dad was a salesman and her birth mother had relatives in Italy. “I just wanted to know my ethnicity. I figured I would never find out about my father.”
Indeed, independent sibling DNA tests confirmed Tami and Meg were sisters with 99.99 percent certainty. Meg was born before their biological father, Wally, met Tami and Lisa’s mother. “We think dad (who traveled for his work) never knew about her,” says Tami. Meg adds, “I never thought that taking the test would lead to finding lost sisters, and a whole new family!”
NEW FAMILY
Meg was born to an unwed mother May 4, 1960, at the Salvation Army Booth Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, where she was placed for adoption. Her adoptive, caring parents were graduate students at the University of IllinoisUrbana. Upon graduation, the family moved to Lincoln, Nebraska. Tami and her full sister, Lisa, grew up in Rhinelander, Wisconsin—more than 500 miles from Lincoln. Now in their 50s, their mother died, followed by their father only one year before they learned of Meg. They had a large extended family to share their good news. “Everyone in our family was thrilled to hear about her,” says Tami. Meg’s adoptive parents are also gone. She is divorced, and, with the exception of two children and two grandchildren, doesn’t have many living relatives.
BLOOD SISTERS
On the brink of 2018, sisters Tami, Lisa and Meg met. “Although I was nervous, I had such a sense of rightness, a sense of calmness, like this was exactly how
Sisters Lisa Thorson, Tami Berg and Meg Hawks.
this was supposed to play out,” says Meg. “I did feel like I needed to pinch myself often, just to remind me this wasn't a dream. It was reality, and these were not just fun women to hang out with, they were my blood sisters!” They spent a week together and began discovering many likenesses. By coincidence, Tami and Meg sometimes wear the same clothes and both love animals, especially rescue dogs, as well as wine. Meg is an avid reader, just like her dad was.
THE GIFT OF FAMILY LEGACY
“I’ve had a wonderful life and feel very blessed,” says Meg. “I feel things happened the way they were supposed to. My biggest regret is not being able to meet my birth father, Wally. I think we would have had a fun time together.” Tami, along with Lisa, is grateful for the gift of a new sister. “I feel so lucky to have this person in my life,” she says. “It feels like part of my dad is still with us. Dad didn’t get a chance to meet Meg, but he would have loved her.” Trish Amundson is a Rochester-area freelance writer.
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COUPLE AND DAUGHTER TOGETHER AFTER 50 YEARS
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THANKSGIVING IS A TIME FOR REFLECTION, GRATITUDE AND GIVING. This is
daughter, our family would be complete.” Working through the adoption agency, the Vinars finally met their daughter, Jean, on May 31, 2016. Karen writes: “The door opens, and there is Jean with a radiant smile just like Denny’s smile. We hug, and we cry. It is great, and we don’t want it to end.”
especially true for Jean Voxland, her husband, Andrew, and her birth parents, Dennis “Denny” and Karen Vinar. With a new and profound appreciation for each other, they continue to get to know one another. The couples are inspiring others through recounted experiences in their recent book, “How Did You Find Me… After All These Years? A Family Memoir.” Jean explains, “We documented our story for future generations. We felt it was important to write down how we felt at this point in our lives and how far we have all come in getting together.”
YOUNG LOVE Denny and Karen began dating when he was 15 and she was 13. They fell in love, but when Karen became pregnant at the age of 15, she went to a home for unwed mothers. Baby Denise (later named Jean) was born in August 1961 and placed for adoption. Denny and Karen eventually parted ways, despite a second, but brief, courtship in 1965. After joining the service, Denny eventually married and had children, while Karen went to college for interior design before marrying and having a son.
THANKSGIVING AND BLESSINGS
Denny and Karen Vinar with Jean and Andrew Voxland.
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LOVE REUNITED Fast-forward to 2014. Denny was divorced, and Karen was widowed. Through LinkedIn, Denny reached out to Karen. She quickly replied: “How did you find me?” The couple began rekindling their relationship. Three months later, Denny flew from Minnesota to Seattle to meet his true love for the first time in 50 years. After two days, the former junior high and high school sweethearts were married. “Persistence defeats resistance,” says Denny.
FOR HER DAUGHTER’S SAKE Jean, who grew up in Hayfield, Minnesota, and now lives
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near Kenyon, describes a solid relationship with her adoptive parents. When she and Andrew had their first daughter in 1984, Jean visited the adoption agency to learn a bit about herself and open her birth records for her “daughter’s sake.” She found her biological mother gave birth to her at just 15 years old. Jean left her contact information in case one of her birth parents wanted to contact her in the future.
THE MISSING PIECE In 2015, Denny and Karen were enjoying life together at last. “Now that I found you, there is one piece missing,” Denny said to Karen. “If we could find our
Thanksgiving marks the anniversary of the first time the Vinars’ children and grandchildren—including the Voxlands—gathered as a family. They continue to celebrate. “Fifty years of love lost, then found, in a couple of different ways: my birth parents’ own love story, and then ‘our’ love story, where I’m included,” says Jean. “The relationship with my birth parents has grown stronger and deeper. Relationship building takes time. We have enjoyed family celebrations, hikes in the woods, dinners out at restaurants, watching movies and, once in a while, playing cards.” With an abundance of gratitude, Jean reflects, “My birth parents searching and finding their daughter only goes to show me that we were meant to have some time together— maybe not a lifetime, but enough time to be blessings to one another.” Trish Amundson is a Rochesterarea freelance writer.
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WOMEN’S CENTER FINDING STRENGTH IN THE STRUGGLE BY CINDY MENNENGA
MN ADULT & TEEN CHALLENGE ROCHESTER– WOMEN’S CENTER IS A PLACE OF HOPE AND HEALING. While laughter echoes through the hallways and children enjoy visits with their mothers, profound life-altering changes take place in a safe environment. A cocoon of love and respect envelops these women, sheltering them from the storms of daily life while they face down their demons and do the hard work of freeing themselves from addiction.
Faith-based Mn Adult & Teen Challenge, headquartered in the Twin Cities, has been helping adults and teens break free from drug and alcohol addictions since 1983. A few years ago, Mn Adult & Teen Challenge recognized a need in southeast Minnesota and opened a men’s facility in Rochester in January 2014. The men’s facility is located in the old Samaritan Bethany nursing home near Assisi Heights. Nearly from the beginning, there was a vision for a women’s center in Rochester. Center Director Tom Truszinski, who oversees both the men’s and women’s campuses, says having the opportunity to build the women’s facility is a prayer answered.
A PLACE FOR NEW BEGINNINGS
Initially, Truszinski approached the Sisters of Saint Francis at Assisi Heights about the possibility of purchasing a parcel of land from them to build a women’s facility. At the time, the Sisters were not interested in selling their land. After an exhaustive and unsuccessful search for affordable and suitable property throughout southeast Minnesota, Truszinski explains he gave up and turned it over to God. He says, “I told God, ‘If you want the center, you’ll have to make the arrangements.’ About two weeks later, the Sisters 26
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contacted me and asked if we were still looking for land for a women’s center. It was amazing!” The Sisters agreed to sell three acres to Mn Adult & Teen Challenge. Plans were drawn up, and soon construction was under way. In designing the women’s facility, Truszinski took many of the elements of the men’s building that worked well and replicated them. Then he added things that he wished the men’s facility had, like an expanded exercise area, family space and a kids’ room. The newly constructed women’s center is peacefully nestled in the shadow of Assisi
Heights, across the street from the men’s building and serves both short-term and long-term clients. The long-term program opened in November 2017, and the short-term program opened in March 2018. The short-term wing is designed for stays of 14 to 90 days in duration. The women in the short-term unit are often in trauma so the area was designed to accommodate their immediate needs.
LONG-TERM PROGRAM: RETOOLING FOR THE ROAD AHEAD
The long-term program is a 13-month, faith-based, Christ-centered program which helps clients learn a whole new way of life. “We help them learn to deal with every trigger of life in a very healthy way,” Truszinski shares. A lot of the women have children, and as a result of their addiction issues, the relationships with their children are often strained or broken. During the long-term program the women have an opportunity to learn and practice new parenting skills and how to deal with their own anger in a more positive manner. Because of the unique way the women’s facility is designed, the women have many opportunities to interact with their children in a more normal setting in the
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Center Director Tom Truszinski.
kids’ room, family area and outside on the swing set. The environment helps the women gain confidence in their parenting skills, and Truszinski says, “It gives them an ‘I can do this!’ feeling.” The new women’s building is beautifully appointed, and the atmosphere in the long-term wing feels much like a dormitory setting. There are common areas for the women to gather, play games, read or listen to music. There is also a chapel for prayer services, a brightly decorated children’s room, an exercise room and an outdoor volleyball court. There’s even a big, sturdy swing set outside for their children to enjoy during visitations. All of the women’s sleeping rooms are double occupancy with a shared bathroom. The sleeping rooms have large windows which allow in a lot of light and offer views of the pastoral setting. Of the new facility, Truszinski says, “It cost $7.1 million, and it is completely paid for.”
Photos courtesy of Mn Adult & Teen Challenge.
KITCHEN SERVES BOTH FACILITIES
Because of the proximity to the men’s facility—only a few hundred feet separates the two buildings—Mn Adult & Teen Challenge saved over $300,000 building the women’s center because they didn’t have to replicate a kitchen. The food is prepared in the men’s kitchen and transferred to the women’s facility. As a result, they were able to include more bedrooms in the design of the women’s building because they didn’t need space for a large commercial kitchen. It takes a lot of people to run both facilities which are staffed around the clock. Currently,
there are 126 people on staff, and Truszinski says they have about 10 positions open. Mn Adult & Teen Challenge is staffed with counselors, food service staff, facilities staff, nurses, recovery coaches, admissions team, development team, administration, mental health experts, counselors and chaplains. There are also contract medical teams consisting of doctors and other medical professionals in addition to the Mn Adult & Teen Challenge staff.
LIVES TRANSFORMED
The participants of the long-term program seem to truly enjoy themselves while they work on their recovery. Genevieve is one of the women currently participating in the long-term program. She has been in the program for about six months and when asked about her experience at Mn Adult & Teen Challenge she shares, “It’s been wonderful. They have a biblical curriculum, and that’s moved me in a lot of different ways. There’s healing that’s going on, there’s restoration for families, help for the families. Our relationship (with her adult children) is different now. We’re not arguing anymore. It’s wonderful. I would recommend this program to anybody.” Summing up, Genevieve adds, “The staff here genuinely care about us. It’s a wonderful program. I really like it.” Genevieve recognizes the power of Mn Adult & Teen Challenge and is thinking of becoming trained to work with women entering the program, to help women the way she has been helped. She explains, “I want to get into the ministry.” Truszinski has great respect for people who come through the program and says, “The clients
do the hard work. It takes such a big person to say, ‘I need help’ and then do the hard work.”
SUPPORTING SOBRIETY
The staff of Mn Adult & Teen Challenge is passionate about “restoring hope to people struggling with drug and alcohol addiction.” Most of their clients do not have health insurance or a way to pay for their stay. Truszinski explains, “Short-term is usually paid by a private payor or the state. When someone comes into the long-term program, we have to raise the funds. We need to raise $1,172 per month, per client over and above the amount we receive as a stipend from the government. That amounts to about $100,000 each month that needs to be raised (for both facilities).” To spread the word about Mn Adult & Teen Challenge and to raise money, a group of staff and program participants travel to area churches to sing and testify about how their lives have been transformed through their participation in the program. They often have multiple engagements on the same day and are booked through August 2019. If you or someone you know needs help, or if you would like to make a donation, call 612-FREEDOM for help today. Mn Adult & Teen Challenge is largely supported by donations. Visit mntc.org to learn more. Cindy Mennenga, owner of MedCity WordCraft, LLC is a freelance writer and editor based in Rochester.
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SPICE UP THE HOLIDAYS BY JORRIE JOHNSON PHOTOGRAPHY BY TIFFANY HANSEN
I WAS RAISED IN NORTHERN MINNESOTA EATING A BASIC, BLAND DIET. When I moved to Rochester
about 20 years ago, a doctor’s wife told me about using chutney to flavor meat. Not knowing what chutney was, I simply nodded, smiled and agreed with her exotic palate. A few years ago, after hearing about chutney again and again, I decided to learn more about it and discovered chutney is made of spices, vegetables and fruits. Commonly, chutney is a spiced relish or condiment used in Indian cooking. The holidays are apropos to bring on the spices, so let’s get started.
TOMATO APPLE CHUTNEY
Last year was my initial experience making chutney. I found a fantastic tomato apple chutney recipe in “Ball® Blue Book Guide To Home Canning, Freezing & Dehydration.” The recipe is provided to the right. Although tomato season has ended, a variety of fresh local apples are available into late fall. Sekapp Orchard has Connell Red available until Nov. 20, while Honeycrisp, Haralson and Regent are available until Dec. 23. Sekapp also has jams, jellies, barbecue sauce and honey available through Dec. 23, when they close for the season. When I made my first round of chutney, I happened to have a dozen 4-ounce glass mason
jars on hand which were perfect for canning single servings. They made sweet little gifts to give at the holidays.
CRANBERRY APPLE CHUTNEY
This year, I’m feeling more adventurous and am making cranberry apple chutney to serve with Thanksgiving dinner. I’m hoping to get some Wisconsin-grown cranberries and locally grown herbs and garlic to give it that special homegrown flavor. We have a couple of local garlic growers at the Rochester Downtown Farmers Market, which moves indoors to Olmsted County Fairgrounds Building 35 for the winter (November through April). This holiday season, I’ll be making more cranberry apple chutney to can and give to family and friends along with locally made cheese and crackers. Friend me on Facebook and you might just get a jar.
WINE WITH APPETIZERS
TOMATO APPLE CHUTNEY
Recipe from “Ball® Blue Book Guide To Home Canning, Freezing & Dehydration.” Serve this tasty chutney warmed over baked Brie for an appetizer. Allow a plentiful supply of crackers and apple slices for spreading the Brie. • 2 ½ quarts cups chopped, peeled, cored tomatoes (about 12 large) • 1 quart chopped, cored peeled apples (about 5 medium) • 2 cups chopped cucumber (1 large) • 1 ½ cups chopped onions (about 1 ½ medium) • 1 ½ cups chopped sweet red peppers (about 2 medium) • 1 cup raisins • 3 cups brown sugar • 1 red chili pepper, finely chopped • 1 clove garlic, minced • 1 Tbsp. ginger • 1 tsp. salt • 1 tsp. cinnamon • 3 cups vinegar Combine all ingredients in a large saucepot. Cook slowly until thick, about 1 ½ to 2 hours. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. Ladle hot chutney into hot jars leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Remove air bubbles. Wipe rim. Center hot lid on jar. Apply band and adjust until fit is tight. Process filled jars in a boiling water canner for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool. Check lids for seal after 24 hours. Lid should not flex up and down when center is pressed.
CRANBERRY APPLE CHUTNEY Recipe adapted from www.marthastewart.com.
• 1 cup cider vinegar (preferably unfiltered) • 1 cup packed light-brown sugar • 1 red onion, finely chopped • 3/4 cup mixed dried fruit, such as currants, golden raisins and chopped prunes • 1 Tbsp. minced peeled fresh ginger (from one 1 1/2-inch piece) • 2 whole cinnamon sticks • 12 oz. fresh or thawed frozen cranberries (3 1/2 cups)
Bring it all together with a locally produced wine, beer or cider. Four Daughters Vineyard & Winery offers an American Polygon Rose that pairs well with cheese and spices. For fun, try Four Daughters Loon Juice cider to bring out the apple flavor of the chutney. Jorrie Johnson is publisher and editor of Rochester Women magazine.
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FOOD AND WINE A common frozen grocery store turkey roasted in apple cider and stuffed with onions, rosemary, sage and thyme.
Bay Brining spice, a trusted pre-packaged brine. Martha Stewart adds more ingredients to a brining solution and instead of basic table salt, she uses kosher salt (coarser than table salt and good for seasoning meat). Stewart adds bay leaves, fennel, coriander, thyme, peppercorns and brown mustard seeds. She includes chopped onions and garlic cloves, sweet white wine and some juniper berries to boost. She simmers the brine, pours it over the turkey (in a roasting bag) and suggests refrigerating for 24 hours.
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TO BRINE, OR NOT TO BRINE THAT IS THE QUESTION
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TO SOME PEOPLE THERE IS NO QUESTION—THEY HAVE THEIR ANNUAL TURKEY BRINING TRADITION. I first heard about brining last year and upon being introduced, I searched and found that brine is a salt and water solution and learned that soaking in brine before roasting makes turkey juicer and tastier. BASIC BRINE
Myrecipes.com says, “Brining is a technique that submerges food in a salt solution to prevent moisture loss during cooking, creating succulent, juicy bites.” A basic brine can be used for fish, shrimp or white meats such as chicken, turkey or pork. Smithsonian.com says when you place a turkey in a brine, the proteins in the turkey rearrange to incorporate the sodium and chloride ions from the salt. This reconfiguration of the protein makes the meat more tender. Frozen turkeys found in the grocery stores are pre-brined, containing turkey broth, salt, sodium 30
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phosphate, sugar and “natural flavorings for tenderness and juiciness.” Brining a store-bought turkey is unnecessary. Untreated turkeys, from the wild or raised on a turkey farm, such as Ferndale Market, are best treated with a brine solution.
SIMPLE TO COMPLEX
A simple brine consists of water and table salt (sodium chloride). A 12 to 17-pound turkey should soak in 2 gallons of cold water and 1 cup of salt. You can add onions and allspice for flavor. Put the turkey in a plastic bag in a 5 gallon pail outside (when the temperature is 40-50 degrees). When done soaking, drain the brine solution from the turkey and thoroughly rinse it before roasting. Brining kits are available at the grocery store and specialty markets. Ferndale Market sells Wayzata
Salt is one of the oldest food seasonings and is important in food preservation. An essential nutrient for humans, salt acts as an electrolyte and osmotic solute. However, excessive salt consumption may increase risk of cardiovascular diseases, such as high blood pressure. Salt substitutes such as potassium chloride have been taste-tested and produce surprising results in brines. Spices, including garlic and onion, add flavor and health benefits. Consumer Reports claims health benefits of garlic include lower blood pressure and cholesterol, decreased antiinflammatory effects, reduced risk of cancer and a stronger immune system. The savory smells of the spices in the stuffing create an aromatic house that almost makes one drowsy just smelling the scents.
CONNECT THROUGH FOOD
Besides hearing about brining, I have gotten to hear hunting, fishing and snowmobile stories during break time at the office (I also work for an electrical contractor) over the past year. Food brings people together, from talking about and sharing recipes, to preparing meals and enjoying food and time together. I encourage you to ask your coworkers and friends about their food traditions. Maybe you will discover your new favorite food or recipe and develop a deeper connection with someone else. Jorrie Johnson is publisher and editor of Rochester Women magazine.
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PART II: EXPERIENCING THE SWEET LIFE OF ITALIA (ITALY)
Part I was published in Rochester Women magazine September/October 2018 issue. BY DAWN SANBORN
Above: Cinque Terre—The Seaside Villages. Right: Dawn Sanborn with a P.I.P. (pretty important pony) in Pisa, Italy.
WE MADE SOME DAY TRIPS WHEN WE STAYED AT THE AGRITOURISMO FARM WITH OUR HOSTS, SYLVIA AND MICHELANGELO. We visited Loro Ciuffenna, an
old town with fewer tourists than the main Tuscany towns, which was a blessing. The architecture and landscape were mesmerizing. LITTLE RED FIAT
Hair flying in the wind with the top down on a cute little convertible red Fiat 500 was the way to travel. Except for a few moments of terror with my friend at the wheel, we took the backroads and enjoyed the beautiful sights. Going through grittier parts of Italy, we passed several factories for designers like Prada, and got lost a few times. It was worth it to end up in the spa town of Saturnia and soak in the Cascate del Mulino hot springs.
PONY IN PISA
We skipped visiting Florence and headed toward Pisa instead, because I needed to take the obligatory “holding up the Leaning Tower of Pisa” picture. In the Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles) in Pisa, there is much more than a leaning tower. It holds the Caposanto Monumentale cemetery and the very impressive Pisa Cathedral which is a medieval Roman Catholic cathedral whose renowned acoustics
are demonstrated by amateur singers daily. It made me wonder what life was really like in medieval times. Our dinner that evening consisted of fried zucchini blossoms stuffed with goat cheese and served with spicy aioli, followed by calamaretti pasta with duck ragu and citrus foam. Yes, it tasted amazing.
CINQUE TERRE—THE SEASIDE VILLAGES
Cinque Terre is a string of centuries-old seaside villages on the rugged Italian Riviera coastline. In each of the five towns—Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso—colorful houses and vineyards cling to steep terraces. Harbors are filled with fishing boats and trattorias, restaurants serve simple food and seafood specialties along with the Liguria region’s famous pesto sauce. After a long day of driving, we had a bland pizza for dinner, but we made do with a marvelous Chianti.
The next morning, we hiked some of the Sentiero Azzurro cliffside hiking trails to Madonna di Montenero church. These trails link the villages and offer sweeping sea vistas. We rewarded ourselves that night with a dinner of gnocchi with bacon and truffle sauce, a fine pinot noir and excellent bruschetta with fresh tomatoes and basil.
WHEN IN ITALY...
At this point in the trip it was time to do some laundry so, as any experienced traveler would do, I washed some clothes in the sink and hung them out to dry, like most people in Italy do. A dinner of mussels at one restaurant, then homemade pasta with scampi in a tomato and cream sauce at another, along with fine wine and good conversation is what makes my heart soar when I am in Italy. Dawn Sanborn is a professional photographer, art teacher and world traveler. She believes as the Italians do: Wine, cheese and pasta are an important part of meals and food isn't just nourishment, it is life. La dolce vita! RWmagazine.com November/December 2018
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HOME AND GARDEN
BEFORE
A CREATIVE COLLABORATION FOR STUNNING RESULTS BY CINDY MENNENGA
this spectacular newly remodeled kitchen in northwest Rochester stopped me in my tracks. I expected to see a gorgeous kitchen, but what I encountered was out of this world.
The homeowners, Sue and Tom*, have lived in their home for 12 years and have long dreamed of remodeling their kitchen. To accomplish this feat, the couple reunited their dream team: Jennifer Christoffer, interior designer and owner of Satory Interior Design, and Kevin Reckinger, expert remodeling contractor and owner of Bricewood. The four had worked together on two previous remodels in the owners’ home, and they were all eager to collaborate once again.
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general concept for the remodel was to flip-flop the kitchen with the family room, open up three exterior walls and insert large picture windows to allow in natural light and a view of the beautiful trees in the lush private backyard. Challenges were met with creative solutions. “There were many pieces to the puzzle,” Christoffer says. “We really worked together as a team. Not all clients have the ability to think outside the box, to look at every idea and keep focused on the goal.” Because there were so many decisions to be made throughout the project, Christoffer worked with the couple to simplify the process. “Jen made sure everything flowed,” shares Sue. “She’s sort of our compass and takes that infinite world of choices and narrows it down for us, knowing our tastes.” Reckinger shares, “We had a trust level which allowed us to make several design changes on the fly. It was a very complicated project with several layers.” Reckinger says demolition began before they had a final plan in hand and adds, “One of the biggest challenges was how to engineer all the systems to work together.” The owners say the original ceiling was vaulted, but they always wanted a beamed ceiling. To achieve that look, a significant amount of the design time was spent trying to figure out
Contractor Bricewood Subcontractors 2Stone Carpet One D2E Energy Products & Design Expert Insulation Ferguson Gray Painting Innovative Surfaces Johnson Structural Design + Engineering Kruse Lumber Larry Newman Drywall Leth Electric Nigon Woodworks Northern Lights and Furnishings Satory Interior Design Tamarack Valor Mechanical Warner Stellian how to create a “wow moment” with the ceiling. The initial view of the room is indeed striking. It beckons visitors to pause, soak in the visual kaleidoscope of shapes and colors and truly notice the space. It is immediately clear that no detail of this kitchen was left to chance.
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OVER THE YEARS, I HAVE TOURED HUNDREDS OF BEAUTIFUL HOMES ALL FEATURING KITCHENS BOASTING THE LATEST TRENDS IN DESIGN, LAYOUT AND GADGETRY. Walking into
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countertop for serving beverages. For added drama and color, they added glass-like colored tile in the windows of the cupboard doors. To tie it all together, dramatic fluted uprights of the same tile are sprinkled throughout the kitchen. Adding to the functionality, they created a large walk-in pantry with a swinging door. The backside of the door is magnetic, which allows the family to share information about school and other important details—rather than cluttering the refrigerator door.
HAPPY HOMEOWNERS AFTER
FUNCTIONAL FAMILY KITCHEN The kitchen is bathed in various shades of gray, with accent colors sprinkled throughout. Outlining the circumference of the kitchen are countertops made of DuPont Zodiaq®, a premium quartz surface, popping with a beautiful luster. The large center island has a stainless countertop with a built-in compost bin, a prep sink and ample workspace. Tom explains, “We both love to cook…we wanted to have a kitchen where we could make pasta, and we really wanted a surface and a space where we could make it.” Attached to the island is a gorgeous breakfast bar. The countertop is made of Dekton® which has veins of color like patina copper or old barn wood running through it. The countertop is unique to the rest of the kitchen area and pulls the room together. Tom says, “It feels like tile. It’s really super-durable and doesn’t stain.” The heartbeat of the home, the family shares most of their meals at the breakfast bar, rather than using their dining room. The couple kept many of their existing appliances because they really liked them but chose to splurge on a new Dacor® stove and a large refrigerator, which both complement their love of cooking. The couple chose a beautiful gray luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring which is very easy to clean and installed a central vacuum, so cleanup is nearly effortless.
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their technology needs. With plenty of surface workspace for laptops and tablets, there are also several drawers which house chargers and other gadgets, keeping the area tidy. As an added design touch, the walls surrounding the computer bar are tiled with silver-gray numbers. For entertaining, the couple added a bar area with cupboards to store glasses and a spacious
This kitchen remodel resulted in a room that is spacious, flows well and is full of natural light. The couple are thrilled with the finished remodel. Sue explains, “We all put in the time to make this work for us and for our lives and we achieved that.” Tom adds, “We look forward to spending time together here.” Cindy Mennenga is a freelance writer and along with her husband, John, owns Conspectus Home Inspection Services, LLC based in Rochester. Visit conspectusmn.com for more information. * Not their real names.
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AS WE MOVE INTO THE WINTER MONTHS, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ENSURE YOUR HOME IS IN PEAK FORM TO HANDLE THE COLD WEATHER. In addition
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SNOWBLOWER TUNE-UP Snowblowers need a tune-up before the beginning of the winter. If you didn’t have your snowblower tuned up this past spring, call today to schedule your tune-up. You may wait several weeks for an appointment, so don’t delay this critical step. If you prefer, you can tune up your snowblower yourself. Simply check and replace oil, ensure the fuel filter is clean, add fuel stabilizer to fresh fuel, check tires, lubricate bearings and inspect parts for wear. Either way, you don’t want to discover you have problems with your snowblower after a foot of snow is dumped on us overnight. Your snowblower needs to perform on-demand, and a well-running snowblower is something you’ll be glad you have after each significant snowfall.
APPLIANCE MAINTENANCE All household appliances need to be maintained to keep them working their best. Usually, the first time you notice a problem
with an appliance is when there is a significant issue. For example, your first clue that there is a problem with your dishwasher may be when you discover a puddle of water on the floor. To be more proactive, you will want to keep an eye on the gaskets, be sure to listen for unusual noises and plan to have your dishwasher maintained on an annual basis. Other major appliances that need annual maintenance are your washer and dryer. In addition to making sure the dryer is running properly, the dryer’s vents should be cleaned professionally each year, as built-up lint can be a fire hazard. While you are having your dryer vents cleaned, be sure to have all the airducts in your home cleaned. Every time your furnace runs, it pushes the air through the ductwork and over any dust and debris that has built up in your ducts. By having your airducts cleaned, the air quality in your home will be improved, which is very important during the heating season when the windows are closed for several months. You may even want to have your ductwork sanitized at the same time.
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HOME MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Many home maintenance tasks are seasonal and need to be done annually. Breaking down the bigger chores into smaller, more manageable tasks can help you to feel less overwhelmed. Creating a home maintenance schedule and following it will help you stay on track with keeping your home well-maintained. And a home that has been well cared for over the years will retain its resale value. Cindy Mennenga is a freelance writer and along with her husband, John, owns Conspectus Home Inspection Services, LLC based in Rochester. Visit conspectusmn.com for more information.
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TALKING ABOUT
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DEATH WILL COME FOR US ALL ONE DAY. It’s a fact, yet we fear talking about death with our loved ones, as if merely mentioning it will conjure up the Grim Reaper. What if we could reframe death and embrace it as a natural part of life and living? COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS
November is Hospice and Palliative Care Month. There are many events and activities in the Rochester area designed to spark a conversation within the community about death and dying. Kylie Osterhus works at Mayo Clinic in the Office of Decedent Affairs and is touched by death every day. In an effort to get the conversation started and move death from a taboo topic into the mainstream, Osterhus and several other women working in various aspects of the death and dying field have organized numerous community events designed to normalize death. Overcoming societal hurdles—like talking about taboo subjects—takes courage and determination. However, these women who see
the aftermath of death are passionate about bringing death out of the shadows. There is a death acceptance movement, which is intended to trigger those conversations. As Osterhus says, these are “important conversations we all face.” Beth Kangas, executive director of Zumbro Valley Medical Society is heavily involved with organizing the Community Reflections on Living and Dying events running throughout the month of November. The goal of these events is to inspire ongoing conversations about death and living. Kangas says, “When we’re confronted with a diagnosis or death— our own or somebody else’s—it can make us reflect on our lives. We want to encourage those conversations…so we can start thinking about how we want to live our lives.”
“We, in 2018, are not much further along than when we first started embalming,” Joa shares. “Embalming arose out of the Civil War because they wanted to get the soldiers back to their homes, and they were decomposing on the trains.” Embalming bodies gave rise to the funeral industry. “Historically, it’s interesting. Just like birthing, death started with women in the house. Then it transitioned to a profession and became a man’s business.”
ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM
The Rochester Public Library has been hosting the Elephant in the Room group for the past couple of years. Librarian Susan Hansen shares, “The elephant in the room is a topic no one ever wants to talk about. These days, the topic is death, whereas in the early 1900s the topic was sex.” Hansen explains, “When you lived on the farm, Grandma lived with you and died at home, the animals died and death was common. Now we don’t see it, and we don’t talk about it.” Jennie Joa is a community member interested in the topic of death and dying. She has followed the death acceptance movement which includes discussions about taking back our rituals and normalizing death. She adds, “The industry has determined how we think about death.”
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PALLIATIVE CARE AND HOSPICE
Rachel Gentes, nurse practitioner in palliative medicine at Mayo Clinic, explains, “Palliative care is all about enhancing or improving somebody’s overall quality of life within the setting of living with a very serious illness.” She continues, by clarifying: “All hospice care is palliative care, but not all palliative care is hospice care.”
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HEALTH AND WELLNESS Hospice care is for patients who are expected to live six months or less. Oftentimes, patients don’t enter hospice until close to the end of their life. Maureen Bigelow, patient care coordinator with the Mayo Clinic hospice program, says, “It’s better if we can come in sooner than later to get to know the family, understand their values and belief systems and help support that. Then we can become more of an advocate for them at that time in their life.”
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is never easy, but it is expected. We have the opportunity to work with patients and families to make it a positive experience. When people think about hospice, they think about death. But hospice is really about living and helping patients and families live with the terminal prognosis that they have. They have the opportunity to live to the last moment of their life.” “As hard as it is to lose someone we love,”
Life can truly be at the peak of its beauty when it’s close to
fading out. Like in the fall, when the leaves are changing or the sunset at the end of the day. It makes a difference if people can embrace that
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EVOLVING HOPE
“Palliative care is the whole reason I chose to become a nurse,” says Gentes. “Palliative care is more about life and living and helping people live as well as they can for as long as they possibly can. Palliative care afforded me the opportunity to sit at the bedsides of people and ask them how they are doing. We oftentimes don’t have the time to sit with a patient and say, 'How does all of this medical stuff affect you? What are you worried about? What have you been told is best case/worst case scenario? Has what you hoped for evolved?' I consider that to be sacred ground.” Explaining further, Gentes continues: “I have come to appreciate, and find fulfilling, the small opportunities to bear witness to evolving hope. Working at an institution like Mayo Clinic is tremendous. We see the sickest of the sick. And there are many people who come to Rochester hoping and praying for a miracle. And when they get here, they might be told that there is nothing that we can do to treat their disease. And so those patients may begin to hope for a good time at home where symptoms are controlled, or they get to go on that last family vacation. And for some patients, that hope then transitions to simply being able to see a family member before they pass away. For some patients that transitions to a hope that they will live a very comfortable death. The ability for the human spirit to go through this process of evolving hope is a beautiful thing to witness.”
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Haynes adds, “it is something we all will do one day. In our society it's taboo to talk about death, and the result is we are unprepared, and people don’t have the opportunity to say what they need to say to their loved ones.” Working in hospice, Bigelow says, “We help with symptom management. Not only physical, but we work with them on their psychological, spiritual and emotional well-being. We have a multidisciplinary team that works with our patients to ensure that their symptoms are being well managed during this final journey. It can be emotionally difficult to watch people go through this very difficult time; however, it’s also a privilege and honor for us to be allowed into their lives during this very intimate and sacred time.” Bigelow believes hospice is becoming more accepted as a standard of care. She adds, “There is definitely a calling to work in hospice…this is the most fulfilling job I’ve ever had.”
NAVIGATING DECISIONS
Emily Bakken helps families navigate post-mortem affairs at Mayo Clinic. She says, “We help them (families) navigate all of the decisions that come following the death of a loved one…it seems to help them having someone there who is so comfortable with a subject that our culture views as so taboo. By far the most satisfying aspect of serving families is being able to physically see their worry and uncertainty melt away after speaking with me. Because death is so privatized in our society, almost no one knows what to do next.”
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For these women working in various aspects of end of life, it’s all about honoring patient choices and bringing conversations about death into the mainstream. Cindy Mennenga, owner of MedCity WordCraft, LLC is a freelance writer and editor based in Rochester.
WOMEN ON WEDNESDAYS at Rochester
Civic Theatre, Nov. 14, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Appetizers provided, cash bar available. Please RSVP to info@rochestercivictheatre.org. The event will feature a panel of women in our community who work in various positions connected to death and dying. Join in the conversation with a mortician, hospice nurse, in-home funeral educator and end-of-life doula. What do their jobs entail, how did they end up there and what has working with death taught them about life? The event promises to spark a lively conversation about this difficult and seldom-discussed topic. For more information, visit: www.rochestercivictheatre.org
COMMUNITY REFLECTIONS CALENDAR For a
current list of events, visit: zvms.org
ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM For more information, visit: Facebook.com/rochesterElephant The Elephant in the Room group was born out of a desire from medical professionals, hospices and other organizations who want to normalize conversations about death and to inspire more people to fill out advance directives.
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ANXIETY RECOGNIZING AND REDUCING SYMPTOMS IN CHILDREN BY TIFFANY HANSEN
“ANXIETY” IS AN INCREASINGLY POPULAR CONCERN IN CONVERSATION IN THE DEVELOPED WORLD. Only
one word in English serves for both the normal sense of anxiety and the psychiatric sense. In spite of growing attempts, the true definition, causes, types, expressions and treatments of anxiety disorders remains blurred.
EARLY RECOGNITION AND REGULATING STRESS The explosion in recent findings regarding anxiety causes and treatment delays, points to a clear need for earlier recognition. The results of a recent study published by the National Institutes of Health reports that the average amount of time between onset of mental illness and seeking treatment is 10 years. Why is there such a delay? Delay in seeking treatment is complex. Depending on many structures of our society, simply identifying anxiety in younger populations, has the potential to make a great difference. Recognizing anxiety in children has been publicized for years as being especially important for both prevention of maladaptive responses and healthy development. I’ve seen evidence of this myself, working with youth directly, and reviewing research as an assistant in the educational psychology department at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Unrecognized, unregulated stress in children can have detrimental effects on child well-being and academic performance. Additionally, improved ability to regulate stress has been shown to be critical to even enhancing child well-being. Certainly, a collective hope for children, who today are increasingly exposed to an anxiety-inducing world, is the fostered confidence that overcoming anxiety is possible and beneficial.
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NATURE AND NURTURE IMPACT ANXIETY FORM Kristine M. Meyer, MA, LP, a therapy provider with special interest in anxiety disorders with Associates in Psychiatry & Psychology of Rochester, comments, “Anxiety (in children) can be normal and even appropriate at times,” but warns, “when anxiety or fears become excessive or persistent, they can last for months or years if left untreated.” Recognizing anxiety in children starts with being familiar with normal for the specific child, then applying knowledge of the different causes and types of anxiety disorders; anxiety in children often manifests through differing symptoms, and even different types of anxiety than the child’s parents and adult relatives. With anxiety, the extent of impact from genetics and environment are highly individualized, and generalizing the cause of anxiety is nearly impossible. Nevertheless, genetic proneness is credible and should not be ignored. A study on the heredity of anxiety done by Everyday Health found when anxiety develops before age 20, other relatives are more likely to have anxiety in some form. The key is, while relatives have proneness in common, anxiety can take on different forms throughout development and experiences. Therefore, recognizing anxiety in children involves being mindful of unfamiliar or unpredicted forms of anxiety.
TYPES AND EXPRESSIONS OF ANXIETY From Meyer’s experience, “One of the more common types (of anxiety in children) is separation anxiety, which involves excessive fear of separating from their caregivers.” Separation anxiety often stems from a fear that something bad will happen to their caregiver and can lead to physical symptoms such as headaches, stomachaches and vomiting. Meyer also describes specific phobias and selective mutism as common forms of anxiety she has seen in children. Specific phobias, common in childhood, can result in absolute avoidance and panic around the feared object or situation. Selective mutism, although less common, typically occurs in early childhood. It can be quite debilitating for children to be left uncontrollably mute in social situations, despite being able to speak freely in more comfortable environments, like home. Other anxiety disorders, Meyer notes, that can occur in childhood include social anxiety disorder, panic disorder and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Like depression, anxiety can be first recognized by a child’s increased seclusion or desire for alone time. Decreasing social interaction, and not facing fears, propels a downward spiral of a child being less willing to participate in fear experiences in the future. Conversely, a child with GAD, for example, will worry excessively about a variety of things in life such as grades, family issues, relationships with peers and performance in activities. Tending to be hard on themselves, and perfectionists, they can constantly seek approval and reassurance from others rather than seclude themselves. These classic deviances from normal are a crucial time to consult a professional. What most sets children apart from adults, is a child’s difficulty understanding that their anxiety is irrational.
As mentioned previously, an individual’s ability to cope depends on a variety of factors that can also affect their treatment plan. Key factors, Meyer mentions, are the essentials of self-care which include adequate nutrition, sleep and emotional support. Improving self-care will also improve the efficacy of other treatments methods. While it’s natural to be cautious about medication use in children, Meyer attests that with the help of medication to calm physical symptoms, children can much better manage their fearful thoughts and symptoms in psychotherapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of psychotherapy that has been shown to be the most effective management of anxiety. When adhered to, CBT works by improving coping and motivation for wellness. Meyer provides therapy to children from a cognitive-behavioral perspective herself. She affirms, “Treatment often includes a combination of learning relaxation skills, challenging the thoughts that trigger their fears and controlled, gradual exposures to their fears.” I have done extensive research myself on the effectiveness and acceptance of virtual reality and mindfulness imagery for stress reduction. Finding an approach that is likable by children is half the battle of effective treatment and currently at the forefront of research.
ANXIETY IN ADULTS Not only are people with an anxiety disorder affected, but everyone in the lives of those with an anxiety disorder are indirectly affected. Considering the statistic that about one in five adults over the age of 18 have an anxiety disorder—it’s rare to not have a connection to someone with an anxiety disorder. In the world of pediatric healthcare, this startling adult statistic, raises concerns about youth mental health, growing up in a world with more anxiety-affected adults than ever before. In efforts to reduce the mental health stigma, adults are beginning to talk about anxiety with other adults. However, child anxiety and recognizing symptoms in a child are much less often topics of conversation and deserve more attention.
REDUCE STIGMA BY TALKING Straightening out the main proponents of anxiety is a huge step to a greater understanding of the anxiety crisis. Managing mental health does not have set protocols, therefore recognition and treatment of anxiety for example, will continue to change, as does human society and environment. By reducing the overall mental health stigma, people can get the treatment they need much faster. Many people shy away from conversing at length about mental health. However, serious matters, when spoken on thoughtfully, don’t have to be uncomfortable. They can be enriching and empowering. Let this article be a conversation starter. Tiffany L. Hansen graduated from the University of Minnesota CLA 2018 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Society and Environment with Latin and Neuroscience minors.
TREATMENT OPTIONS A wide range in genetics and backgrounds necessitates adaptable and innovative treatment options. Psychotherapy, medications, complementary health approaches or most effectively, a combination of approaches, have all been shown to decrease symptoms.
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HELPING OUT DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON HAS ENDLESS BENEFITS FOR YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR COMMUNITY. There is no better time to begin good habits of giving
for the year to come, than during the season of giving. In the Rochester area, there is a great array of opportunities for you and your group to give. Volunteering is an especially great opportunity for families and friends to spend time together, stay active during the cold winter months and feel good about improving the lives of others.
GIVING TIME AND MONEY Donating items and volunteering takes more time than giving money. But being more involved increases the fun, and you can more easily see the direct impact of your contribution. In the words of Anne Frank, “No one has ever become poor by giving.” The "Journal of Health and Social Behavior" found over 90 percent of people report volunteering improves their mood, makes their community a better place and enriches their sense of purpose in life. Having volunteered for various organizations myself, I can endorse the benefits. I most recently worked closely with Make-A-Wish Foundation on projects that have taught me that a team of volunteers working together can truly make magic happen. From event planning and decorating to meeting Wish kids and participating in fundraiser
runs, I was able to witness the beauty in volunteering that every individual with the desire to contribute can do. Monetary donations are just as powerful as volunteering. Not only are monetary donations fast relief for organizations, but the act of choosing an organization to donate to fosters connection for your family or group, by giving you all a common cause. If you’re still not convinced donation is a great place to start, there are statistics that show giving can truly be receiving. In fact, people who give more money to charity were 43 percent more likely to consider themselves “very happy.” Websites of local organizations share their core beliefs and how to help their cause through monetary and item donation or by volunteering your time. Results from navigating the websites of Channel One, Gift of Life Transplant House, Ronald McDonald House, Salvation Army and Women’s Shelter are mentioned below.
Channel One is a regional food bank that provides food assistance to low-income individuals and families. Many choose to support Channel One for its commitment to providing balanced nutrition especially important to children, seniors, immigrants and those with health challenges. There are a few ways monetary donations are utilized at Channel One. Supporting the Growing to Give Capital campaign for facilities expansion is strongly encouraged. Cash gifts to the main organization relieve distribution costs and allow Channel One to purchase items they don’t receive as donations to keep a diversity of food on the shelves. Additionally, Channel One allows you to sign up to fund regular meals to those in need through their Meal-A-Month monthly donation. Needed items can be delivered to Channel One’s facility or at numerous food drop-off sites around Rochester. Needed food items include protein, produce (canned or fresh), complete meals, grains, cooking basics, special dietary foods and personal care products. Channel One also accepts donations from your own garden. In addition, Channel One accepts surplus donated food product from the food industry. Channel One uniquely allows you to plan and host a drive yourself or for your group. They’ve even created a Food and Fund Drive 101 Kit to help you get started on your next drive. Individuals and groups can also sign up for tours to learn more about the impact of their contributions. For more information, visit helpingfeedpeople.org.
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SALVATION ARMY
GIFT OF LIFE TRANSPLANT HOUSE Gift of Life Transplant House is a supportive, home-like environment providing Mayo Clinic transplant patients and their families with highquality, affordable accommodations. Gift of Life seeks to provide compassion, healing and hope for patients of all ages and origins. Supporting Gift of Life helps ease the impact of complex medical, financial and spiritual burdens. Monetary donations, garden pavers, leadership and planned giving are welcome, along with food and household items. The wish list for Gift of Life Transplant House, found on their website, includes a wide variety of household items to help guests feel as comfortable as possible. Gift of Life volunteer positions currently available are dinner hosts, office assistants and tour guides. To learn more, visit gift-of-life.org.
Aside from basic needs, like rent and transportation assistance, the Northern Division of The Salvation Army provides a variety of other services for those in the Twin Cities metro area, greater Minnesota and North Dakota. Other services include housing, youth, rehabilitation, disaster relief, counseling and spiritual services. Volunteering your time at the Salvation Army includes fundraisers, business and community group supply drives. There is also a list of volunteer needs based on where you live in addition to bell ringing and other seasonal opportunities. Gina Dewink's kids ringing To learn how you can help, visit salvationarmynorth.org. bells at Hobby Lobby.
WOMEN’S SHELTER AND SUPPORT CENTER The Women’s Shelter provides a variety of services to abused women, individuals and families, from housing to outreach and advocacy. Advocates are passionate staff who help with every step toward safety and recovery. Serving over 3,800 victims annually, Women’s Shelter houses 400 to 500 women and children at a time. Donating money, and goods from the monthly updated wish list, is a great way to make a difference in the lives of the women and children served by the Women’s Shelter. You can also help by hosting a fundraiser, or volunteer in one of the many available positions. Informational meetings are held every second Thursday at 5:30 p.m. Contact Terri Allred (terria@womens-shelter.org) to reserve a space at the meeting or to learn more about volunteer opportunities. Or to learn how you can help, visit their website at womens-shelter.org.
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE The Ronald McDonald House provides housing and support to families seeking medical care for their children. It’s a nationwide organization that values compassion, hospitality with heart, mutual respect, community partners, sound management and excellence. Current and past residents contributed to the groundbreaking for facilities expansion May 1, 2018. You can donate to support the Ronald McDonald House continued expansion construction, through monetary donations and planned giving. A detailed needs list of food, household family and activity items is also provided on their website. The Ronald McDonald House pop tab program is another easy way for families, schools, organizations, businesses and individuals to contribute. Full containers of pop tabs can be dropped off at the Ronald McDonald House where the proceeds help the local house in Rochester. House Warmers are volunteers at Ronald McDonald House who welcome families, provide light cleaning and support the house staff. Group activities and service projects include assisting with house dinners, tying fleece blankets, collecting needs list items, creating family mailbox stuffers, baking, hosting fundraisers and general house or yard work. Individuals and groups can also sign up for tours to learn more about the impact of their contributions. Group activities and service projects details can be discovered by contacting the Ronald McDonald House of Rochester at 507-282-3955.
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GIVING FOR HOLIDAY CHEER Helping locally deepens our sense of community. I challenge you to contribute in a new way this year. There are endless ways to give and make a difference in the lives of individuals and families in the Rochester area. Better yet, you may even discover how giving can be extended throughout the year. Tiffany L. Hansen graduated from University of Minnesota CLA (2018) and enjoys volunteering.
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TRAVEL
PLAINVIEW BEGAN 25 YEARS AGO BY HOLLY GALBUS
brought to life in the sights, sounds and tastes at Plainview’s Olde Fashioned Christmas, December 1 and 2.
The event, organized each year by the Plainview Lions Club, is attended by nearly 3,000 people from the area. “It’s a very merry time, very festive," says Dan Schmitz, president of the Lions Club. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Olde Fashioned Christmas, and organizers say they are planning some special surprises to celebrate.
BEGINNINGS Plainview’s Olde Fashioned Christmas officially began in 1993 when a group of four townspeople, led by Ted Zabel, had the idea to expand upon wagon rides that were a Plainview Christmastime tradition for several years. Sally Harrington, one of those townspeople, recalls, “We all had young families at the time, and the kids had a ball helping out. In the beginning it was simple and short, but as the years went on, we drew in different parts of the community.” The first few years, attendees could visit a Victorian Christmas scene at the historic home of Curt and Sue Buck, 50
located on Fourth Street. There was a choir singing carols, and Santa and Mrs. Claus were in the public library, awaiting guests. Harrington has many memories of those days, but there is one memory in particular that has a special place in her heart. “There was one couple,” she explains, “a particularly engaging couple who we especially enjoyed talking with. Later, we discovered that the wife was dying of cancer, and it was her wish to attend Olde Fashioned Christmas. So, from that we realized we don’t always know why people attend the event, but we all said ‘this is why we are doing this.’”
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HORSE DRAWN WAGON RIDES At the heart of an Olde Fashioned Christmas are the horse-drawn wagon rides that take attendees on a three-quarter-mile route through the town, stopping at points of interest along the way. In the quaint town of Plainview, you might just meet Ebenezer Scrooge, Frosty the Snowman or even the Grinch. You’ll probably enjoy the variety of Christmas classics sung by groups of carolers meandering about the town. You’ll surely meet at least one Plainview Lions Club member—also known as Victorian Lamplighters—while dressed in heavy woolen coats and top hats, help guests cross streets and disembark from the wagons. Awaiting your arrival at City Hall, Santa and Mrs. Claus greet all the boys and girls who would like to tell Santa what is on this year’s list. At Peoples State Bank, you can have your photo taken in the photo booth, choose an ornament to take home, and enjoy cider and popcorn while you warm up.
OTHER ACTIVITIES THROUGHOUT PLAINVIEW While the horse-drawn wagon rides are only available Saturday night, after the Opening Ceremony at 4:30 p.m., most of the businesses in Plainview will have special events and offers Friday. Be sure to visit the Festival of Trees at the Community Center and the Lights for Life Cancer Fundraiser at Wedgewood Park. There is no charge to attend Olde Fashioned Christmas. For more information, visit plainvieweda.org/Christmas. Holly Galbus is a Rochester freelance writer.
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CALENDAR EVENTS GATHERED BY SARA ALBERTELLI
Check out our Community Calendar online for additional listings at RWmagazine.com Events in purple are sponsored by RochesterWomen magazine. Deadline for submitting events for RochesterWomen January/February 2019 issue is November 30, 2018. Send events to calendar@RWmagazine.com *(507 area code unless stated)
NOVEMBER NOVEMBER 2-4
30th Annual Polka Party, Kahler Grand Hotel, polka bands, excellent food, and dancing, varying times, 285-2713, prnewswire.com
NOVEMBER 3 Rochester Women’s Fall Expo, Mayo Civic Center, fun, shopping, entertainment, drinks, and more, 9 am-4 pm, 286-1010, kroc.com/expo
NOVEMBER 5 The Art of Storytelling: Famous Last Words, Assisi Heights Spirituality Center, share a true story about someone’s impressive last words, 6:30-8 pm, 282-7441, rochesterfranciscan.org
NOVEMBER 8 The Life and Death Comedy Show, Rochester Civic Theatre, interactional and informative comedy experience to explore issues around one’s death, 2-3:30 pm and 7-9 pm, 284-4002, rochestercivictheatre.org
NOVEMBER 10 Gift of Love, Assisi Heights Spirituality Center, the exploration of Divine Feminine through music and art by Lavonne Lovestad, 9 am-12 pm, 282-7441, rochesterfranciscan.org
NOVEMBER 10 Love Justice International Brunch and Craft Sale Fundraiser, Calvary Evangelical Free Church of Rochester, buffet brunch and presentation to end human trafficking, $15, 9 am-1:30 pm, lovejustice.ngo/rochester
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NOVEMBER 10 A New Glimmer of Glamour, Rochester Civic Theatre, presenting The Rochester Girls, Inc. first ever drag show at the theatre, 6:30 pm-1 am, 282-8481, rochestercivictheatre.org
NOVEMBER 10 Armistice Day Centennial, Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall, a concert by the Rochester Symphony celebrating all who have served, 7:30 pm, 286-8742, rochestersymphony.org
NOVEMBER 10-11 Holiday Harvest Wine and Food Festival, Great River Road Wine Trail, enjoy featured wines and ciders paired with delicious holiday foods, 10 am-5 pm, greatriverroadwinetrail.org
NOVEMBER 11 Festival of Music Concert, First Presbyterian Church, Brass Roots trio takes listeners across the country, “American Impressions,” 4 pm, 282-1618, fpcrochester.org
NOVEMBER 14 Women Working in the Field of Death & Dying, Rochester Civic Theatre, admission is free, reservations required, 5–7 pm, rochestercivictheatre. org/performances/women-on-wednesday
NOVEMBER 15 Give to the Max Day, statewide, support statewide charities of your choice on this day of selfless giving, givemn.org
NOVEMBER 15-16 Harmonies Fall Concert, Zumbro Lutheran Church, RAACHE Choirs Arioso, Cantabile, Con Brio, and Staccato will perform, 7-8:30 p.m., 775-6318, raachechoirs.org
NOVEMBER 16-18 Renew Women’s Retreat, Metta Meditation Center, Janesville, MN, women supporting women, self-discovery, personal growth, education and relationship building, 951-1468 , luannb.com/ upcoming-events
NOVEMBER 17 Mayo Clinic Employee Craft Show, Mayo Civic Center Ballroom, hundreds of beautiful hand-crafted items for sale, 8am, 328-2220, mayociviccenter.com
NOVEMBER 17 13th Annual A Live and Love Affair Gala, Rochester International Event Center, a night in Havana theme to benefit Seasons Hospice, 5 pm, 285-1930, seasonshospice.org
NOVEMBER 18 Big Church Night Out Tour, Mayo Civic Center Auditorium, a night of worship, entertainment, music, prayer, laughter, art, reflection, and so much more, 4-9:30 pm, 328-2220, mayociviccenter.com
NOVEMBER 20-25 Festival of Trees: A Celebration of Giving, Mayo Civic Center, daily activities, live entertainment, and shopping to benefit Hiawatha Homes Inc., 11 am-7 pm, 289-8683, hiawathahomes.org
NOVEMBER 22 Rochester Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk, Soldiers Field Memorial, join the Thanksgiving tradition and raise money for a worthwhile cause, 9 am, (224) 757-5425, mnruns.com
NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 15
RochesterWomen magazine 2018 Holiday Gift Guide Giveaway, a winner will be announced each day, watch facebook.com/ RWmagazine NOVEMBER 23 Here Comes Santa Claus, Downtown Rochester, features a "Warming House," activities, live entertainment, and Peace Plaza tree-lighting ceremony, 216-9882, downtownrochestermn.com
NOVEMBER 23-24, 29 & DECEMBER 2, 6-9 Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some), Rochester Repertory Theatre, actors perform every Christmas story in the book and sing carols, Thurs, Fri, and Sat 7:30 pm; Sun 2 pm, 289-1737, rochesterrep.org
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DECEMBER 7-9 RENEW YOU! Women's Retreat, Metta Meditation Center, Janesville, MN, women supporting women, journey of self-discovery, personal growth, education and relationship building, focused specifically on helping you to create the life you desire in 2019, 951-1468, luannb.com/upcoming-events
DECEMBER 7
8th Annual Small Business Saturday, Downtown Rochester, shop local to support small, independent businesses within our community, 216-9882, downtownrochestermn.com
The Lyra Baroque Orchestra Presents: Bach’s Christmas Oratorio, Mount Olive Lutheran Church, joining with the Bach Society of Minnesota to play festive music, 7:30 pm, 321-2214, lyrabaroque.org
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Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker, Mayo Civic Center, featuring magical props, a growing Christmas tree, and Russian-made costumes and sets, 7 pm, 328-2221, mayociviccenter.com
Santas On the Run 5K Run/Walk, Mayo High School, run/walk your way into the holiday spirit and win prizes, 8 am, 664-9438, finalstretch.com
NOVEMBER 30-DECEMBER 16
A Christmas Kaffeeklatsch, Assisi Heights Spirituality Center, luncheon with coffee and conversation about German heritage, 1:30-3:30 pm, 282-7441, rochesterfranciscan.org
Annie, Rochester Civic Theatre, a cherished musical winning countless awards for the whole family to enjoy, Thurs, Fri & Sat 7 pm; Sun 2 pm, 282-8481, rochestercivictheatre.org
DECEMBER DECEMBER 1
5th Annual Feast Local Foods Marketplace Festival, Mayo Civic Center, farmers and foodmakers will showcase, sell, and demonstrate their products and recipes, 10 am-4 pm, 405-4045, local-feast.org
DECEMBER 1 Bad Bad Hats with the Shackletons and Author Concert, all-ages show promoting musical artistry and an up and coming band, 8-11:50 pm, 282-8481, rochestercivictheatre.org
DECEMBER 1 Christmas Concerti, Christ United Methodist Church, performers from Rochester and the Twin Cities will play cherished Christmas selections, 7:30 p.m., rochesterchambermusic.org
DECEMBER 2 Celebrate Christmas: Natalie Grant & Danny Gokey, Autumn Ridge Church, listen to this famous duo as they perform your favorite Christmas songs, 7 pm, autumnridgechurch.org/arts
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DECEMBER 8-9 Sounds of the Season, Lourdes High School, a concert by the Rochester Symphony presenting carols from around the world, Sat 7:30 pm; Sun 2 pm, 286-8742, rochestersymphony.org
DECEMBER 14-16 A Bella Christmas 2018, Christ United Methodist Church, enjoy the holiday season by joining the festive Bella tradition, varying times, 269-7114, singoutloud.org
JANUARY JANUARY 5
The Wedding Extravaganza: Southeast Minnesota’s Bridal Expo, Mayo Civic Center Exhibit Hall, wedding vendors, resources, and inspirational ideas for all brides to be, 9 am, 328-2220, mayociviccenter.com
JANUARY 20 Exercisabilities 2019 Winter Fundraiser, Climb ROCA Family Fun Night, $16/person and fully accessible with adaptive climbing assistance available, climbroca.com
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Lenora (5) and Calvin (3) making Christmas lists.
my children are only 3 and 5 years old, I don’t yet know if they’ll make "Christmas listinternet-searching" a group holiday activity.
NOT YOUR GRANNY’S CHRISTMAS CARD
NEW TRADITIONS BY GINA DEWINK
CERTAIN THINGS ABOUT THE HOLIDAYS HAVE ENDURED FOR GENERATIONS–CLASSIC SONGS, TRADITIONAL DECORATIONS AND BAKING. But take it from an
accidental millennial, things have changed a lot since my childhood in the 80s and 90s. And as I watch my own little ones enjoying the magic of the season, I can’t help but notice all the ways our digital world has altered the childhood experience. RUDOLPH ON DEMAND
Remember when you had to vigilantly wait for weeks for Christmas specials to air? And then when you finally knew the date, time and channel, you had to help your parents finagle the VHS recorder if you wanted to 54
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watch it more than once? Today, at any time of year, at any moment, our kids can conjure up and watch nearly any special you can imagine. No waiting. No screaming at your brother for changing the channel. It’s just there. And for most of us, we don’t even have cable television anymore. Can you imagine not watching holiday commercials on repeat? How will our kids know what to ask Santa for?
CYBER MONDAY WISH LIST Ah, remember that brisk early-winter day when the mailbox was stuffed so full it could barely close? Why? Because the amazing and thrilling Sears catalog had arrived. If you never experienced the exhilaration of paging through the gargantuan Sears Wish Book, you may have missed out. My cousins and I spent days flipping through and folding down page corners for our wish lists and even our future lists. But today, of course, there is Google, Amazon and Cyber Monday. Since
I’LL BE HOME FOR THE VIDEO CHAT All of these things probably make me sound annoyed by the advances in technology. But in truth, I’m just nostalgic. I see all the ways technology has improved the connections we can have with our loved ones. For instance, when I was a senior in high school, my boyfriend was in the Navy. We had no way to communicate other than to a set time of the week for the call and a have a 1,000-minute calling card on hand to make the call affordable. It overjoys me to know that today everyone can stay in contact. And during the holidays, the most important thing I want my children to realize is that sharing moments with the people closest to you is where the magic lies—and where they will create their own memories. Jingle Gina, as she was dubbed by her family, is a writer and author enjoying the holiday season in Rochester with her husband and two children.
Photo by Gina Dewink.
STOLE CHRISTMAS
By now, you may have joined in the photo “card” trend. I say “card” in quotes because there is usually just one sentence of content to these beauties. And, hey, I get it! I have sent them out. It’s just so much easier than the box of cards my mother continues to purchase. But again, a childhood memory was selecting the perfect card for each person. Don’t get me started on how social media killed the Christmas letter. I have thousands of photos to choose from, and we all know what happened throughout the year thanks to social media. At a recent digital conference I attended for work, I discovered there are 2.23 billion monthly active Facebook users. Nowadays, when every “card” is a photo of our family sans personalized letter, I doubt I will ever get my children interested in being part of the process. Maybe if we add more stickers…
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