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Five Generations in the Workplace Understanding communication styles. By Sarah Oslund
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Spreading Light and Joy B'nai Israel Synagogue Hanukkah celebration. By Gina Dewink
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DAR Daughters of the American Revolution Fostering community patriotism, historic preservation and education. Women Taking the Helm Commitment to serve with Rochester Rotary clubs. By Renee Berg
Women & Wine Spice It Up With mulled wine served in the finest stemware. By Nicole Czarnomski
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Tessa Leen's Weight Loss Journey 40,000 Instagram followers and 6,500 Facebook fans. By Emily Watkins
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At Home for the Holidays Fill your plate with love and happiness.
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I appreciate my work-from-home business and lifestyle, but as telecommuters and home-based business owners understand, isolation can become depressing. When my boys went back to school this fall I decided to combat the loneliness. I invited friends and readers to join me for coffee at Dunn Bros. Coffee on Mondays from 9-11 a.m. Thank you to all of the women who came to talk with me about RochesterWomen magazine and your business and life. I also co-hosted Women Wisdom Workshops with Adrienne Sweeney of the Commonweal Theatre at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Assisi Heights and Madonna Towers. Combined, we talked with more than 100 women about relationships, choices/decisions, aging and memories. The conversations we had with women were real, sincere and meaningful. As we approach the holiday season, I remind myself how blessed I am to have great childhood memories, good health, a warm home, food on the table and, most importantly, family and friends whom I love and who love me. I began a new Christmas Eve tradition with my single girlfriends a few years ago, gathering after the church service for a ladies night in with wine and food. Instead of entertaining a large family on Christmas Day, I now take my dog on a leisurely walk and treat myself to a bubble bath while my children are with their dad. It is different from the hustle and bustle of Christmases past, but life changes, relationships and traditions change too. I am grateful that Rochester has become home and my friends here have become my family. I hope you enjoy reading about and listening to country music singer Debbie Anthony (page 15). Country music is not my favorite genre, but when I hear Debbie sing, I could easily become a country music fan. She sang at my friend Katie Kirckof’s wedding over the summer and at Katie’s new business BB Makeup opening in September. Debbie will be hosting her CD release party at Rochester Civic Theatre on Saturday, January 18. We hope you will be touched by our four I Am A Beautiful Rochester Woman
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JOURNEY OF GRATITUDE Mon., Nov. 14, 2-3:30 p.m., Assisi Heights, 1001 14th Street NW, Rochester
Exploring gratitude can work miracles in our lives, transform our negative and self-defeating thoughts, and change us by helping us to recognize the many gifts that life offers. This class will provide resources on how to incorporate a gratitude practice into your daily life. You will have time for reflection and journaling, $10 pre-registered/pre-paid, $15 at the door, register online at rochesterfranciscan.org or call 507-280-2195.
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Feel God’s light and love as you begin your Advent journey at Assisi Heights, the home of the Sisters of Saint Francis with party in the parlors, prayer in the chapel with Holden Evening Prayer, and heavenly treats including an Italian appetizer buffet and gourmet dessert bar with sparkling wines and waters. Pre-registration required, $50 per person, proceeds from this event have generously provided funds to support the ministries of the Sisters of Saint Francis. To register call Barb DeCramer at 507-282-7441 or rochesterfranciscan.org.t.org.
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Rabbi Michelle Werner defines Hanukkah as a “minor holiday in the cycle of the Jewish year.” So, why all the fanfare and festivities? Congregation member Ana Folpe explains, “Hanukkah falls into the time of other solstice and 'light holidays' and has become popular as a result.” This year the annual Festival of Lights celebration runs from December 24 to January 1, the eight days and nights of Hanukkah.
HANUKKAH 101 Hanukkah, which means “rededication” in Hebrew, is a celebration of the Maccabees regaining control of Jerusalem and rededicating the Second Temple. Despite having only enough altar oil for one day, the Temple's flame continued to burn for eight days. Rabbi Werner explains, “There are eight candles plus one shammash candle on the menorah (or hannukiyah). This is to remind Jews that despite one night of oil, the menorah of the rededicated Temple burned for eight days. Jewish law dictates that we should share the light and share the joy. When you see electric menorahs in windows, this is not just a decoration. It is also to share joy during the darkest days of the year.” Folpe agrees, “There is such beauty and eloquence in reciting the Hanukkah blessings over candlelight. I enjoy lighting them each night with the kids. It reminds us that we are all candles and lights in the darkness for each other, whatever the time of year.”
TRADITIONS IN ROCHESTER “The key Hanukkah event at BIS is, of course, a community meal,” Folpe explains. “It includes lots of homemade latkes (fried potato pancakes). They are delicious, especially when they are made by Jacque Sourkes, a member of the synagogue. Everyone brings their menorah, and a long table is filled with their light and warmth.” The celebration continues with a performance by the congregation children. Gradually, the adults join, culminating in a traditional singalong. Folpe continues, “We also play dreidel, which is a gambling game with a small, spinning top. The Hebrew letters on its sides (nun, gimel, hay, shin) are the rules of the game and a reminder that
gadol hayah sham' in Hebrew.” For Folpe, the best part of the celebration is seeing friends and family gather around the holiday foods. “I personally can eat a lot of latkes,” she says with a chuckle. Rabbi Werner states, “My favorite part is when we come together to light the candles together. At home, we have each lit eight candles. But when we come together in the synagogue, we bring all of our candlelight together. With the lights off, we can all see and feel how our community’s faith can literally light the entire room.”
LIGHTS AROUND THE WORLD Solstice, or light, holidays are present in many different faiths and cultures. They all seem to reassure their followers during the darkest time of the year. Christians have Christmas; Hindus have Diwali; Thailand has Loi Krathong; and others include Kwanzaa and St. Lucia's Day. The Romans had a solstice festival called Saturnalia. Folpe adds, “Some believe that our current light holidays come from the crazy year's end party that stretched from one end of the Roman Empire to the other. It's probably been with us in one form or another since prehistoric times when life was even darker at the solstice.” Rabbi Werner concludes by saying, “It's a special time of year, whatever your tradition, as we gather together to bring light to the darkness.” Gina Dewink is a civic-minded writer enjoying the diversity and camaraderie of the Rochester community. RWmagazine.com November/December 2016
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COUNTRY MUSIC SINGER DEBBIE ANTHONY BY KIM ZABEL PHOTOGRAPHY BY FAGAN STUDIOS
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VER 27 YEARS AGO, DEBBIE ANTHONY MET THE MAN WHO WOULD BECOME HER GREATEST FAN AND HER GREATEST SUPPORTER—HER HUSBAND, MITCH. INTRODUCED TO ONE ANOTHER BY HER BROTHER, DEBBIE AND MITCH STARTED THEIR RELATIONSHIP BY TALKING ON THE PHONE, AND THREE DAYS LATER, THEY MET AT A LOCAL RESTAURANT.
“We stayed there all night and talked. In fact, we were so focused on each other that we didn’t even touch our food!” she says. Debbie and Mitch eloped 13 days later and have been together ever since. Today, Debbie’s life is still centered on what touches her heart the most—her love for music and her husband, Mitch.
LUCKY IN LOVE Debbie has always loved to sing. She earned a bachelor’s degree in music from North Central University, in addition to a degree in psychology from Winona State University and two-thirds of a master’s degree at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. At one point, Debbie entered a talent competition (similar to “American Idol”) in which she sang Shania Twain’s “You’re Still the One.” She didn’t listen to much country music before the competition, but Shania’s song brought her into the genre. After competing, Debbie fell in love with music all over again and vowed to seek out other opportunities to share her talents. Luckily for Debbie, Mitch already had a strategy to keep her love for music alive.
Debbie Anthony relea ses her debut album “All Over Again” with a party at Roch ester Civic Theatre on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 be nefiting the Boys & Gi rls Club of Rochester.
ANNIVERSARY SONG Debbie and Mitch never had a reception or party to celebrate their marriage because of their fast-moving relationship and elopement. Two years ago, they decided to host a party for their 25th wedding anniversary, so that friends and family could celebrate their marriage with them. As an anniversary present, Mitch gave Debbie the gift of song. He wrote the music for a song entitled “Faithful” with the intention of having Debbie sing the song at their anniversary celebration. Annie Mack and her band played the music for the party, and Debbie had the opportunity to sing a variety of songs with them, including “Faithful.” For Debbie, this was the perfect present.
SUPERSTAR Performing Mitch’s original song reignited Debbie’s passion for music, and the timing was impeccable. Her plan had always been to wait to pursue her music career once her kids were successfully out of school. She didn’t want to divide her energy between music and motherhood, and this opportunity knocked at just the right moment. Mitch encouraged Debbie to record “Faithful,” as well as another song he had written. A couple of songs into the project, Nashville producer Tim Hildebrandt, who now lives in Rochester, suggested producing an EP of four songs. They ended up producing a full-length CD. “When Tim heard my voice, he got so behind me and so believed in me that we decided to collaborate and do more songs,” she says. The result was her debut album, “All Over Again.” RWmagazine.com November/December 2016
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Mitch Anthony is the author of 16 books, and he is also a consultant and public speaker. He believes that people don’t need to retire if their work is something that brings meaning to their lives and value to others. Finding that calling often turns into a second career later in life, what he calls “encore careers.” According to Mitch, Debbie is pursuing what she finds valuable and meaningful and turning music into an “encore career.” Debbie attributes much of her success to focusing on what is in her heart. “I want songs that speak to those of us who have been married a long time, to those of us who have faith in love,” she explains. As someone who has been married for 27 years and has kept her love for music alive, the belief in her heart sings a long-lasting love song.
CD RELEASE PARTY The launch party for Debbie Anthony’s “All Over Again” will take place on January 18, 2017 at Rochester Civic Theater at 7 p.m. The full band will play two sets, including all the original music on the record plus cover songs. Proceeds from ticket sales will support the Boys & Girls Club of Rochester. Kim Zabel is a writer and photographer. She also works with cancer survivors as a Livestrong instructor at the Rochester Area YMCA.
Singer and songwriter Debbie Anthony, producer and guitarist Tim Hildebrandt and bass player Tim Scribner play original music along with some covers. They are booking private events, coffee houses, "listening rooms" and venues. Contact Debbie at 507-244-0269.
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That was when she began to isolate herself. Once gregarious and outgoing, Ruth ate lunch alone at work and closed her door when she was home with her husband. She understands now that isolation was one of the early symptoms of her depression. She also recalls having insomnia and, ultimately, suicidal thoughts.
TREATMENT FOR DEPRESSION Ruth initially went to her doctor complaining of physical ailments. When he suggested that she was depressed and needed treatment for it, she recalls getting very angry and telling him that he was wrong. However, eventually she realized that some of the physical symptoms she was having were caused by depression. She tried traditional methods of treatment including medication and therapy, but to no avail. Eventually, her doctors decided she was a good candidate for electroconvulsive therapy, better known as ECT. The procedure, done under general anesthesia, sends small electrical currents through the brain triggering seizures that can often provide relief for people who suffer from severe depression.
HE CONCEPT IS SO SIMPLE, EVEN A CHILD CAN DO IT. EVERY TIME YOU SEE A SPARKLY OBJECT, COMMITMENT TO HELP OTHERS TAKE A MOMENT TO DO A SELFAs soon as Ruth started feeling better, she began to think about how she could ASSESSMENT. ASK YOURSELF, “HOW help others who are suffering from depression and those who are at risk. She AM I FEELING TODAY?” RUTH BRAUN believes that if she had known more about depression—its signs and symptoms and what to do—she may have realized sooner what was happening to her. TIBESAR HOPES THAT THIS DAILY Ruth has begun telling her story to anyone who will listen. Ruth wants to take PROMPT AND REFLECTION WILL the “boo” out of the “taboo” subject of mental illness. By telling her own story BECOME A REGULAR PRACTICE FOR and encouraging others to do a daily assessment of their mental health, she hopes to get people talking about this previously taboo issue. ALL OF US. SPARKLES FROM RUTHIE
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Ruth is a survivor of depression and is a mental health wellness speaker who shares her story in the hope that she can make a difference for someone else. Ruth’s journey began about seven years ago when she was making weekly trips to Mankato to take care of her ill mother. Despite having a loving husband and supportive coworkers and family, she shouldered much of the burden of managing her mother’s care. She was working full time as a laboratory technologist at Mayo Clinic during the week and acting as her mother’s full-time caregiver on the weekends. It wasn’t until her mother died that she realized she had been “getting chipped away.” She was losing bits and pieces of herself. Ruth explains, “I had lost my sparkle. There was nothing left of me anymore. I was flat: no laughter, no joy.”
One day while Ruth was recovering in the hospital after a particularly difficult round of ECT, she received a visit from her niece, Lynn Ellen Braun. Her niece was her sparkle throughout treatment, providing the impetus to continue to fight to get well. Ruth realized that every time she saw something sparkle—a medical instrument, the sunshine reflecting from a car, or someone’s glittery glasses—she thought of her niece. “Sparkles are everywhere,” Ruth observes. That is one of the reasons that they are such a good trigger for daily mental health assessment. When you see a sparkle, use that as a prompt to think about how you are feeling today. If you don’t feel great emotionally, then what kind of action are you going to take? Will you call a friend? Or do you need professional help? Then take a moment to give yourself credit for checking in that day. Terri Allred is the owner of Third Eye Tribal Dance Studio and Business Consulting. She lives in Rochester with her husband and has two sons.
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INCE ITS FORMATION 126 YEARS AGO, THE DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION (DAR) HAS ADMITTED NEARLY ONE MILLION MEMBERS THROUGH ITS STATE, LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL CHAPTERS. DAR DESCRIBES ITSELF AS “A WOMEN’S ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO PROMOTING HISTORICAL PRESERVATION, EDUCATION AND PATRIOTISM AND HONORING THE PATRIOTS OF THE REVOLUTIONARY WAR.” THE ROCHESTER CHAPTER OF DAR HAS STRIVED TO EMULATE THIS MISSION SINCE ITS CREATION IN 1903.
IMPACTING THE COMMUNITY The Rochester Chapter sponsors American history and good citizen essay contests in local schools, organizes Rochester’s Memorial Day program, publishes an award-winning Veteran Day publication filled with veterans’ personal stories, participates in Olmsted County’s naturalization ceremony, collects books for local literacy programs, hosts public educational programs and maintains the History Center of Olmsted County’s historic William Dee Log Cabin. The group
also sponsors the Pipestone Society of the Children of the American Revolution (CAR). Members of CAR, all under age 22, learn about American history and participate in community events, including dressing in patriotic costumes (made by DAR members) for local parades. Bonnie Kottschade, honorary state DAR regent and Rochester Chapter member, says the organization’s community outreach is why she became involved after retiring. “The DAR Rochester Chapter is very active in the community. I knew if I was going to be part of something, I wanted to be part of an organization that gives back to the community. DAR does that. The things I’m passionate about are part of the DAR’s mission. DAR was something I could get excited about and invest time in.” Janel Kaster, Rochester Chapter regent, agrees, adding, “Because of how many different committees there are, operating on lots of community projects, there is something for everyone.” There are 35 committees within the Rochester Chapter, all focusing on unique projects.
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In addition to its multiple current, yearly and ongoing projects, the Rochester Chapter recently purchased an Action Trackchair™ for Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch. The chair gives wounded veterans the ability to travel off smooth pavement and across rougher terrain, such as through the woods. Members donated over $11,000 in three months to buy the chair. The Rochester Chapter has established a relationship with Ironwood Springs, sponsoring a military couple to attend Ironwood’s “Operation Home,” a weekend retreat for returning veterans and their spouses, and several members make quilts that are given to each couple. Seeing firsthand the positive impact DAR makes in the lives of soldiers and their families brings members great gratification. “It’s the patriotism that draws me (to DAR),” says Bonnie. “DAR members are very patriotic and also support the military. Our ancestors were the first American veterans. My love is veterans and patriotism.” “Being involved gives you a sense of accomplishment,” says Patty Arndt, Rochester
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THE PATH TO MEMBERSHIP For Bonnie, Janel and Patty, their DAR path began with their mothers. It was this maternal interest in genealogy and the DAR that influenced their decision to pursue membership. Becoming a member is no simple thing. Those interested in joining should prepare for a challenge. You must be interested in researching your family history. It takes patience and time to gather all the necessary paperwork proving generational links from you to your Revolutionary War Patriot. Birth, marriage and death documentation must be submitted, along with proof of your ancestor’s patriotic service. Once your genealogy documentation is gathered, the Rochester Chapter submits your application to the national office for approval, which can take up to three months. Despite the time-consuming application process, the women who’ve joined agree they’re happy they took the journey and are proud to be officially recognized as Daughters of the American Revolution. For more information visit dar.org and rochester-dar.org. Amy Hahn is a freelance writer.
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For the first time in history, we’re facing a time when employers could have employees from an unprecedented five different, very diverse generations working side-by-side in the office. And while the generational boundaries for these groups—the Traditionalists (or the Silent Generation), the Baby Boomers, Generation X, the Millennials (or Generation Y) and Generation Z—are not exactly clearly defined, understanding the differences among them remains critical for employers and employees alike.
topic, but it seems like younger people in the workforce only want to communicate electronically.” Whether it’s by email or via text, “They definitely don’t want to talk faceto-face,” she observes. What Gail wants to be sure those younger generations understand is the challenge that communicating digitally presents. “It’s very difficult to get across the intention of your words in an electronic format,” she explains. “You can’t hear tone of voice or be sure whether someone is being serious or light-hearted.”
JUST TEXT ME Like Gail, Joel Traver, coordinator for Winona State University-Rochester’s Teacher Preparation Collaborative graduate program, has recognized that his way of communicating doesn’t necessarily match that of his students. “While I let my students know I’d prefer to communicate via text or email so I can provide them with more timely responses, that isn’t necessarily how they want to engage with me,” he says. So Joel, whose classes consist primarily of adult learners, alters the way he communicates on a student-by-student basis.
“In my experience, most people over 45 want to talk to me on the phone or face-to-face. If they are in that 30-45 age range, they want to email,” Joel says. “And the younger than 30-somethings? They want to text.” Mode of communication isn’t the only difference Joel has noticed. “My older students tend to make lists of their concerns, and we’ll talk them through over a 20- to 30-minute conversation,” he says, which explains why they might prefer to chat rather than email. But that’s not the case with his younger students. “They want a response right now on whatever topic they are dealing with,” he says, hence their preference for texting.
REMOVING THE STEREOTYPE Just because research indicates that a generation might tend to act in a certain way doesn’t mean you can lump the entire age group into one box. Elizabeth Alness is a Millennial who will graduate from St. Cloud State this winter. Like other Millennials, she is direct and prefers if you are too. “I don’t want things sugar-coated. Tell me what you want me to accomplish,” she says. “There is so much color everywhere—I want things black and white.”
YOU NEVER WRITE, YOU NEVER CALL Gail Sauter is the University of MinnesotaRochester’s associate vice chancellor for finance and campus resources. Born into the Baby Boomer generation, Gail has been with the university for over 17 years and has seen firsthand the communication style changes that have taken place. “The change in preferred communication style has been most apparent to me,” Gail says. “I like to talk to people, especially when it’s addressing a difficult RWmagazine.com November/December 2016
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As a communications major, Elizabeth knows that delivering a message is about more than just being direct. “I actually enjoy emailing and phone calls,” she says. “I know the majority of my generation loves texting and group messages, but I think it’s easier to get my point across and not worry about something being misinterpreted when I’m having a one-to-one conversation with someone.” Catherine Davis, RCTC business instructor and organizational development specialist, has spent years conducting trainings related to leadership management and team building. “When I first started doing research on this topic 15 years ago,” she says, “I heard people saying ‘I don’t get Gen Xers.’” Today, the addition of Millennials and Gen Z to the mix has heightened the conversation. “I hear older generations complain that Millennials don’t know how to communicate,” Catherine says, “that they don’t have any work ethic, and they don’t understand how the workplace works.” If, in fact, that is the case, who is to blame? Catherine recalls teaching a Principles of Management class about generations in the workplace. The class consisted of a broad range of ages, and when members of the class began talking negatively about the younger generations, a Millennial raised his hand. “He said, ‘It’s not our fault,’” Catherine recalls. “He said, ‘We didn’t ask to get trophies just for showing up. We didn’t ask for the constant praise. It’s not our fault.’ And he was right,” she says. “That is so true.” That young Millennial isn’t the only person who feels being dubbed a “trophy generation” is unfair and inaccurate. “We didn’t see much recognition in school for just doing our work unless it was extraordinary,” Elizabeth says. “We were pushed a lot. I don’t think it’s easy for any generation growing up.”
PLAYING TO STRENGTHS Our nation continues to work toward overcoming prejudice in the workplace, but age-related biases still play a major role in the business world today. Gen Z thinks Baby Boomers and Traditionalists are technology-challenged. Baby Boomers think Millennials are lazy. Millennials think Gen Z is too entitled. The list goes on, and generalizations like these can prevent the culture within a company from operating at optimal capacity. Jennelle Stemper is the owner of Mainstream Boutique, a women's clothing retailer in Rochester whose mission is “to empower, strengthen, and celebrate the women in our world through fashion.” Jennelle has employees from all five generations working in her store, but in order for them to be successful in that environment, she has to look beyond their ages. “You need to work to people’s strengths in a small business,” she explains. Her younger employees are really tech-savvy, so she puts them to work taking pictures and posting new outfits-of-the-day on social media. “My older employees are great at connecting with the customers and developing relationships.” For Mainstream to thrive, this balanced set of employee skills is vital. 22
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With so much diversity five generations working in her in the future of our store, but in order for them to be workforce, we have successful in that environment, an unprecedented she has to look beyond their opportunity to nurture the development of all ages. “You need to work to employees, regardless people’s strengths in a small of age. Business owners business,” she explains. and supervisors can work toward inclusivity in the workplace: • Develop traditional mentorship programs. Invite seasoned employees to take new hires under their wing to help them learn the ropes. • Introduce reverse mentoring. Invite younger employees to work with older staff to help bring them up-to-speed on technology and social media. • Recognize that a diverse workplace encourages ingenuity. Finding ways to connect, rather than divide, employees can help address organizational opportunities and challenges from creative new angles. • Leverage the expertise that each generation brings to the table. Focus on ways to capitalize on their unique assets to create a more cohesive workplace. • Open the proverbial doors to education. Encourage personal and professional development for employees of all ages and all levels of seniority. Regardless of age or generation, most employees simply want to work in an environment that nurtures their strengths and allows them space to learn and grow. “One of the most rewarding things about owning the boutique is watching women come together to build each other up,” Jennelle reflects. “It doesn’t matter how old we are. We can always encourage and support one another.” Sarah Oslund is a freelance writer and owner of Inspire Writing & Consulting, inspiremn.net
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ET’S JUST SAY TIMES ARE A-CHANGIN’ FOR THE ROCHESTER ROTARY CLUBS. IT WAS ONLY IN 1987 WHEN WOMEN WERE ADMITTED INTO ROTARY, BASED ON A SUPREME COURT RULING, AND SINCE THEN, THEY’VE ALL BUT TAKEN OVER LOCAL LEADERSHIP AND MEMBERSHIP.
Each of Rochester’s three Rotary clubs has or will soon have a female president. In addition, membership in Rotary’s largest local club is 38 percent women, says Stacey Vanden Heuvel, the current and seventh female president of Rochester’s largest Rotary club, named The Rotary Club of Rochester, which meets Thursdays at noon. The Rotary Club of Rochester will have had three female presidents in a row, starting with Vanden Heuvel. The other two Rotary clubs operating locally are Greater Rochester Rotary, which meets Wednesdays at noon, and the Rotary Risers Club, which meets Tuesdays at 7 a.m. Combined, they have 275 members. “The real impact of Rotary comes from our local clubs,” Vanden Heuvel says, “and collectively we make a difference. In teaming up with other clubs, we are able to leverage support for big projects from Rotary International globally. We do a lot locally, and we do a great deal globally.”
EMERGING FEMALE LEADERS Vanden Heuvel notes the impact women have had since their Stacey M. Vanden Heuvel, vice president of marketing inclusion in 1987. and philanthropy for Olmsted Medical Center and Within her club, the OMC Regional Foundation, is coming succession The Rotary Club of Rochester 2016-17 club president. 24
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MAKING A DIFFERENCE Rotary provides and serves regular meals for those in need at the Salvation Army of Rochester. Members volunteer at Channel One Food Bank and Food Shelf and serve meals at the Ronald McDonald House. They clean up White Oaks Park and host the Rotary U.S. Bank Holiday Classic, an annual basketball tournament put on jointly by all three local Rotary clubs. The Holiday Classic event raises grant money for local charities and, since its inception, has raised $840,000. Rotary clubs promote literacy locally, and their members volunteer in droves during Quarry Hill Nature Center’s annual fall fundraiser, among many other pursuits. Mark Dripps and Kathy Lessard serving at a “Rotary does amazing Salvation Army dinner service. things all over the world and locally,” adds Domke. “We help with a bunch of different local programs. We help seniors who are struggling to graduate from high school. We have been awarded
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of female leaders “is significant,” she remarks. “It definitely says something about the growth and strength of our organization over time—both to maintain traditions and to change. As a member service organization, we have to adapt. Times change; people’s lives change.” And so, Rotary strives to offer “something for everyone,” as The Rotary Club of Rochester president likes to say. This way, anyone who wants to participate can find an inroad. Some folks can’t attend every weekly meeting, but they do intend to pay dues and volunteer. Others are diehard meeting attendees, and still others chair a committee or host a Janice Domke, a life and health insurance agent with Rotary International Heartman Insurance, is The Rotary Club of Rochester exchange student. president-elect. Everyone’s contributions are noted, welcomed and encouraged, Vanden Heuvel says. “It really serves my need to serve,” says The Rotary Club of Rochester’s president-elect Janice Domke, who has been in Rotary since 2004. “And the people who are in Rotary are awesome, and so over the years, the more I’m involved and the longer I’m in it, the prouder I am to be a Rotarian.”
the volunteer organization with the most number of hours ringing bells with the Salvation Army for many years. We do amazing things.” Rotary is also moving forward with establishing an Ethics Program within the public high schools, as well as Lourdes, based on the Rotary Four-Way Test. The Four-Way Test is Rotary’s moral compass that members recite at each weekly meeting and which they use to guide their personal Jes Johnston and daughter ringing bells and business decisions. The school Ethics Program for Salvation Army. will be launched on November 29, piloted this year, and, if successful, Rotary will consider expanding it into other local schools, including charter and private schools. They’re beginning with 60 students divided into groups of six, with Rotarians, as well as local business leaders and executives, leading case studies with each group. “We’re pretty excited about it. I think there’s a neat connection we can make with our future community leaders,” Vanden Heuvel says. “If you’re making important decisions and you use the Four-Way Test to guide you, you’re probably going to make a good decision.”
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WORLDWIDE IMPACT Beyond Rochester, the Rotary clubs also support important worldwide work that improves life for people in developing countries. They’ve helped build orphanages and schools, funded computer placements in schools and built wells. They are also currently working with Rotary International to eradicate polio worldwide in conjunction with the World Health Organization, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. “We’ve seen great efforts in polio eradication,” Vanden Heuvel says. “There are just a couple corners of the world that still have polio. Our goal is to immunize McKinsey Goodenberger is a certified genetic counselor at Mayo Clinic and is president-elect of as many people as possible Rotary Risers club. to make that dreadful disease go away.” Vanden Heuvel’s only Rotary regret is that more people aren’t involved. “Sometimes I feel like Rotary is a well-kept secret, and we’d certainly like to share more about our mission with others,” she says. “There are so many ways to get involved with Rotary, regardless of how much time you have available. There’s something for everyone if you have a commitment to serve.”
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For Domke, getting the word out about Rotary is vital. “We’re kind of the quiet club that does a lot of good things that nobody knows about,” she says. “I wish more people knew about Rotary.” McKinsey Goodenberger, president-elect, secretary and literacy chair for the Rotary Risers Club, describes Rotarians as, “engaged citizens. These people are professionals and business owners who Stephanie Fisher, assistant vice president in community private banking at Associated Bank, is current truly care about others president of the Greater Rochester Rotary Club. and strive to serve the community and the world in many different ways.”
WELCOMING MILLENNIALS For Stephanie Fisher, current president of the Greater Rochester Rotary Club, something else stands out when it comes to expanding membership. She’d like to see more young members involved. At 30 years old, she is one of the youngest members, but she considers Rotary a prime avenue to gain professional connections, expand her involvement in the community and do good. “The most important thing right now for Rotary, and especially for women, is that Rotary really is evolving and changing with the times to meet demands of Millennials,” Fisher says. “With our changing workforce, we are growing and adapting. That, to me, is the most important thing Rotary is trying to get out there. What used to be seen as a good ol’ boys service club is really making strides to continue to have new membership and continue to take on new initiatives.” Fisher echoes the others’ remarks about Rotary truly being for everyone who is service minded. “You can have a career and have 2016-17 Rotary club presidents Stephanie Fisher, Dean Stenehjem a family and still be involved,” she says. “You can make change, and Stacey Vanden Heuvel. which sometimes gets lost in my generation of people. We’re so concerned with instant gratification, so it’s hard to see long-term, but Rotary provides both, which I like.” Best of all, she says, you get to make real, lasting change as part of a larger group. “You see things which on your own you’d never be able to do. We all want to leave a better world than what we were given. That’s what Rotary gives you.” Renee Berg is a Rochester freelance writer.
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I Am A Beautiful Rochester Woman BY JORRIE JOHNSON
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N THE FALL OF 2015, WE RECEIVED THE NOMINATIONS FOR I AM A BEAUTIFUL ROCHESTER WOMAN. WE SELECTED THEM IN OCTOBER, AND LAST WINTER, TRACEY MCGUIRE, DAWN SANBORN AND I TOOK EACH OF THEM TO LUNCH AT CASABLANCA CREATIVE CUISINE & WINE TO GET TO KNOW THEM. OVER THE PAST YEAR, IT HAS BEEN A JOY GETTING TO KNOW THESE WOMEN AND HELPING THEM SEE THEIR BEAUTY. THE FINAL FOUR—DEE DEE JORGENSON, JUDY CLAYTON, JANET STEVENSON AND BARB BUTTURFF—ARE FEATURED IN THE FOLLOWING PAGES OF Rochester Women MAGAZINE.
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“I think the picture of the four of us together says it all,” comments Janet Stevenson. “Thanks to Tracey and Dawn for spending time to help us show how we clean up pretty darned good and for sharing their time and talents so generously with all of us.”
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According to Judy Clayton, 75, the day she got her hair styled and makeup done for I Am A Beautiful Rochester Woman was one of the best days of her life. This comment made me realize what an impact the I Am A Beautiful Rochester Woman program has on women. These four women have forgone taking care of themselves to take care of others for most of their lives. For one of the women, it was her first makeover and opportunity to have a photographer capture her beauty. After getting all dressed up, having their hair cut, colored and styled and getting their makeup done and their pictures taken, these beautiful Rochester women went out for a toast at Casablanca with the photographers and their new friends. These women have waited a long time to feel beautiful. We appreciate the generosity of our sponsors for their gifts, time and talents. With their help we were able to recognize nine I Am A Beautiful Rochester Women in 2016.
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Dee Dee Jorgenson I nominate Dee Dee Jorgenson for I Am A Beautiful Rochester Woman. You see, she's my mom, and she already is beautiful. She doesn't think so, though. She'll tell you that she's not beautiful because she has crappy hair. Or that she has a lot of wrinkles. I see that she's beautiful because she's supported and loved her husband through 55 years of marriage. She never once refused to babysit our two kids when they were little. And she continues to spoil them way too much. She has an amazing circle of friends and neighbors whom she cherishes and makes a point to nurture those relationships. She's beautiful because she's helped me cope with my husband's suicide. She stops over whenever she's "in the neighborhood," just to remind me that she loves me. She has always supported whatever stupid decisions I've made, especially in my adult life. And she's totally beautiful because she is fighting now with this disease called cancer. She was diagnosed January 28, 2015 with lung cancer and has beautifully endured tests, scans, chemotherapy and radiation. She is among those waiting for the next doctor appointment, waiting beautifully. I'd love for her to see what a beautiful woman she is to me. –Sue Lee “The whole time was thoroughly enjoyable. I felt really silly during the makeup part, only because I never had that done before. Your photographers are awesome. Our gathering after the photo shoot was interesting and gave us a chance to get more acquainted with others. Thanks to you and your staff for a truly memorable day,” Dee Dee says about the experience. Dee Dee’s hair and makeup were done by Kat Kouba at Hair Studio 52 & Day Spa. Her dress was borrowed from Mestad’s Bridal and Formalwear. Dee Dee’s photos were taken by Dawn Sanborn Photography.
Judy Clayton My husband David greets me every morning with these words, “Hello Beautiful!” What a treasure and a joy! On October 20, (2016), I will be 74 years old; hard to believe as I write that, but I have outlived my parents and two siblings. I look back on the advanced educational degrees I earned and 27-year career in education, from Head Start level to adult education. I know I have been given this special gift of the love of learning. It has been a beautiful path to have helped other adult learners achieve their goals of GED completion, learning the English language and improving basic skills. Each adult learner, as they accomplished their goals, was filled with pride, sparkle and beauty. From May 2016 to the present, I have dealt with a myriad of health issues, including kidney failure, a fourth eye surgery, two broken ribs after a fall in our kitchen, neuropathic head pain and muscle weakness that limited movement. With the love of David, my husband of 11 years, I have overcome these challenges, and now I feel like a new person—a beautiful woman. RochesterWomen magazine and all their treats certainly helped. We love our lives, cherish our children and grandchildren in our blended family and always try to keep our Christian faith alive in all we do. “Vanessa at Rocco Altobelli treated me like a beautiful woman with every clip of her scissors and every brush stroke her fingers made as she applied just the right makeup for me,” says Judy. Her photos were taken by Tracey McGuire Photography. 28
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I am 68 years old, retired and leading a very busy life. I don't often take time out for myself and the things I'd really like to do...just for me. I create and sell handmade greeting cards and sell them in three beauty salons. One hundred percent of the sale of these cards is donated to Mayo Clinic MS Research as one of our daughters has MS. I play with a great group in the Rochester Area Accordion Band at many events, senior living homes, Olmsted County Fair, Festival of Trees, Thursdays on First, etc. I originated and coordinate a regular luncheon group of retired women and former co-workers so that we can maintain relationships. I am part of the event committee for our IBM alumni club and help coordinate various activities. I also initiated and coordinate a regular women's card club to keep us retired friends active and am on the board of directors for our town home association. In the last couple of years, we sold one home, remodeled a townhome, moved and sold our lake home, among other activities. There doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day to take a bit of time out to pamper myself.” “As women often feel, undeserving of such pampering and special treatment or even a day just for ourselves, I wouldn't have traded this experience. I met three delightful women, along with you, Dawn and Tracey. Thanks to Beth Tabako, hair stylist/color and specialist/waxing, and Owner Nickole Miller of Salon Chic, and Jenny Lek, owner of RC Nails,” Janet says gratefully. Tracey McGuire Photography took Janet’s photos.
Barb Butturff In my business I meet lots of people. I hope that with each one, not only do I make a positive change in their lives, but can add them to my list of friends. Over a decade ago, Barbara Butturff started out as a client. She never felt like a client; she always felt like an old friend and confidant. I’d like to tell you about my dearest friend Barb. She’s probably the hardest working woman I’ve ever met. She’s always been a small business owner, a front for giving back to the world. Her heart is 10 times too big, which leaves her exhausted emotionally for all she gives away. It’s painful for her to accept help or even share in any grief she may be struggling with. In those rare moments she allows herself to be vulnerable and weak in your presence, she apologizes profusely for burdening you with her troubles. It’s a blessing in knowing you are to be so trusted with her sorrows. Barb has raised a family, built and worked several businesses, inside and outside of her home. She recently buried her husband. For the first time in her life, she’s not being run by businesses, family, a husband or all those things that distract us from finding out who we are and being vulnerable in the world as a woman. Barb has emptied her home, dispersed the vast majority of possessions that were once the environment to those she cared for, moved to another city and allowed herself to bring a new companion into her world. To make her outside as beautiful as her insides would fill that spot in her soul. –Lizzi Clobes Barb’s hair was done by Sara Holzer and makeup was done by Kat Kouba at Hair Studio 52. Dawn Sanborn Photography took her photos. Editor’s note: I Am A Beautiful Rochester Woman nomination letters were lightly edited. RWmagazine.com November/December 2016
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REVEAL PARTY AT POST TOWN WINERY
The four I Am A Beautiful Rochester Woman participants were invited to their photography “reveal party” at Post Town Winery on the first Sunday in October. As with our previous reveal parties, the women were allowed to invite up to 10 guests. Well, that wasn’t enough for Dee Dee Jorgenson. She invited about 15 of her closest friends. In addition to Janet’s, Judy’s and Barb’s guests, we probably had 50 or more friends and family members of these I Am A Beautiful Rochester Woman participants gathered together. I could hardly pour wine fast enough while serving the guests of the winery that day! The nomination letters for Janet, Judy, Barb and Dee Dee were read aloud to the crowd. There were tears and laughter. Each of them received an arrangement of rustic colored flowers from Le Jardin European Style Floral. They took photos of themselves with their family and friends and some of all of us together. From these women, I learned that gratitude is the greatest gift of maturity. They were so appreciative of the opportunity to be featured in I Am A Beautiful Rochester Woman. They made me realize that life only gets better and maybe the best days are yet to come.
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SUGAR AND SPICE, EASY AND NICE Depending on which recipe you find, there are a variety of mulling spices, wine, liquor, juice and garnishes to create the perfect winter cordial. Basic mulling spices include cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and cloves. You can purchase a pre-made mulling spice mixture at Post Town Winery. Bonita Patton, co-owner, says, “We have a basic mixture of cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon and orange for sale at the winery for $3.95. We also sell mugs of mulled wine through the winter months using our First Embrace and Prairie Cougar red wines.” An inexpensive, fuller-bodied red wine is used most often, but white wine or hard cider can be used as well. The best white wines to use are sweet; try a Moscato or Riesling. Adding brandy, port or spiced rum adds a little zing to your sip. Remember to simmer
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TARTING AT A YOUNG AGE, MANY OF US LEARN THAT FOOD CAN MAKE US FEEL BETTER. THROUGHOUT OUR LIVES, WE EQUATE FOOD WITH POSITIVE FEELINGS LIKE HAPPINESS AND SATISFACTION, AND WE TURN TO FOOD FOR COMFORT. IT MAKES SENSE—WHO DOESN’T FEEL HAPPY, SATISFIED AND EVEN A BIT SLEEPY AFTER A BIG TURKEY DINNER?
CELEBRATION FOOD All cultures have customs and traditions around food. For me, birthdays meant choosing a special meal and a type of cake and ice cream. We all have memories of happy times, and by eating foods that remind us of those times, we symbolically consume that past happiness. Comfort foods can also be linked to specific people in our lives: Eating a specific food that a loved one favored can produce happy thoughts by triggering fond memories or associations of that person.
SOUP AND SANDWICHES I remember the tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwiches my mom would make for me that always made me feel special. Comfort food could be the food your mother prepared for you when you were a sick kid. No wonder you think of your mom when you have some hot chicken noodle soup. Keep the old and try some new recipes that make you feel at home or like celebrating and make some new memories this holiday season. Here are a couple of recipes from Chef Jen Richards who was the previous owner of Rainbow Café & Catering in Pine Island and is now with Grand Rounds Brewing Company & Restaurant in downtown Rochester. In addition, we have turkey roasting tips from the turkey producers and owners of Ferndale Market in Cannon Falls.
Carrot, Ginger & Roasted Garlic Soup Recipe provided by Jennifer Richards • 2 cups carrots, diced small
• 4 cloves garlic, rubbed in olive oil
• 1/2 sweet Vidalia onion, sliced • olive oil/sea salt • 2 Tbsp. grated fresh ginger • 2 Tbsp. grated fresh turmeric
• 1/3 cup pure maple syrup • 1 Tbsp. cinnamon • 1 Tbsp. fresh thyme • 2 cups (preferably organic freerange) chicken stock (or vegetable stock)
• ½ cup heavy cream (or coconut milk)
Drizzle with olive oil and sea salt, then roast carrots, onion, garlic (wrapped in foil) on a parchment lined sheet pan at 350˚ until tender. While still hot, add to all other ingredients, sans cream, in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth (may add more chicken/vegetable stock if needed for consistency). Stir in cream (or coconut milk). Season with sea salt and white pepper to taste.
Cranberry Ginger Salsa Recipe provided by Jennifer Richards
• 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced • 1x1-inch piece of fresh ginger, minced
• Juice of 1 fresh lime • 1 Tbsp. local honey • Sea salt to taste Combine all ingredients, season to preference with sea salt and let macerate for at least 20 minutes before serving with chips, as a condiment on fish tacos, burgers, chicken/turkey breasts or pork chops. It’s also good on baked sweet potatoes.
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Check out locally raised, specialty meat for the holidays from Rochester Downtown Farmers Market or Ferndale Market in Cannon Falls. When the temperatures fall outdoors, roast meat in the oven or crockpot to fill your home with the aromas that encourage your family to gather. When Dale Peterson and his wife, Fern, first started raising turkeys on their Cannon Falls farm, they did it without shortcuts. Seventy-five years and three generations later, that philosophy hasn’t changed. “We take pride in growing turkeys the way both our farm’s namesake and nature intended. Without the use of antibiotics or artificial growth promotants. Free-range during the warmer months. Fed their natural diet of grains, vitamins and minerals from a local feed mill. And processed naturally, without additives,” says Dale.
Ferndale Market offers turkey roasting tips to make sure your bird is juicy and full of flavor, no matter how you prepare it. For cooking a juicy turkey, Ferndale Market recommends:
1. Make sure your turkey is fully thawed in the refrigerator. Let your turkey rest on the counter until it reaches room temperature before putting it in the oven. 2. Melt some butter and rub the melted butter under the skin of the breast, thighs, and legs and all over the exterior of the bird. Season the exterior with salt and pepper or any additional spices if you wish.
3. To keep the bird from drying out, tent the breast with tin foil or cook the turkey upside down in a roasting rack so the juices pool in the breast instead of running down the turkey. Upside down cooking also puts more heat on the thighs, allowing them to reach the higher internal temperature more quickly. If you want crispy skin, simply flip the bird upright at the end. 4. The breast should reach 165˚ F and the legs and thighs 170-175˚ F. 5. Make sure to let the turkey rest on the counter 30-40 minutes after cooking so the juices are absorbed back into the meat. ferndalemarketonline.com
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HARRIET’S HEALTHY RECIPES Hodgson is no stranger to the role of caregiver. In 2013, her husband, John, suffered a spinal cord injury while undergoing surgery to repair a dissected aorta. The injury left John’s legs paralyzed, leaving Harriet to manage not only John’s daily care, but an entire lifestyle adjustment for both of them. “During this time I moved us out of the three-level home we had lived in for more than 20 years, built a wheelchair-friendly townhome for us, visited him three times a day (at the hospital) and maintained my writing career,” she explains. “I was stressed to the max and ‘dinner’ became a bowl of cereal or a dish of ice cream, which I often ate standing.” As a self-described “nutrition nut” and former food writer, Harriet knew she’d need a plan for providing better meals when John was released from the hospital, so she set out to find healthy recipes that would be easy to make and taste great.
RECIPES AND MORE Combining original recipes and family favorites, “The Caregiver’s Cookbook” provides a series of tasty recipes with icons to help readers quickly find the information they need. Harriet explains, “A measuring cup marks the ingredients. A whisk marks the method. A star marks the
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• A 2.9-ounce can of French-fried onions can be substituted for the onion, but salt should be decreased to 1/2 teaspoon. • Leftover meatloaf is great on sandwiches or crumbled into spaghetti sauce. Catherine H. Armstrong holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and is the author of the historical fiction novel, “The Edge of Nowhere.” charmstrongbooks.com RWmagazine.com November/December 2016
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NEXT CHAPTER MINISTRIES IS CHANGING THE CULTURE OF CRIME IN THE COMMUNITY
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N ESTIMATED TWO-THIRDS OF INMATES RELEASED FROM JAIL OR PRISON ARE ARRESTED FOR A NEW CRIME WITHIN THREE YEARS. NEXT CHAPTER MINISTRIES FOCUSES ON REDUCING RECIDIVISM RATES BY HELPING INMATES TRANSFORM DURING THEIR TIME IN PRISON, AFTER THEIR RELEASE INTO THE COMMUNITY AND WITHIN THEIR FAMILIES AND NEIGHBORHOODS. THE MINISTRY ADDRESSES THE SPIRITUAL NEEDS OF WOMEN, MEN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES AND WORKS TO CHANGE STATISTICS—AND LIFE STORIES— FOR THE BETTER.
KELLY’S STORY Kelly is a resident at Next Chapter Ministries’ Fellowship Home in Rochester. Her story is one of triumph over adversity. She is grateful to God for helping her overcome the struggles she faced for many years and for the opportunity to live a life much different from her past. The Fellowship Home is a safe and comfortable place that provides resources and assistance to help Kelly find work in the community, build life skills and grow in faith. Kelly values the strong relationship she has with her mentor. Their time together includes visiting the farmers market, going on ice cream outings and spending time in
conversation. Their bond is built on trust and a strong commitment to each other. “I can call her anytime,” says Kelly. With the support of others and a safe, nurturing environment, Kelly, like other Next Chapter Ministries participants, is living a life of faith and renewal. “I wanted to build on my faith foundation. By staying in the Word, it keeps me strong,” she says. “(The Fellowship Home) feels like a home, and the staff really cares.”
THE BEGINNING Next Chapter Ministries, formerly Rochester Network for Re-Entry, was established in 2009, but its roots go back much further. Founder Andy Kilen, who is now retired, began coordinating weekly Bible studies at Olmsted County jail in 1991. Over the next several years, Rochester Network for Re-Entry and Network for Life worked together to provide additional fellowship opportunities and support for those impacted by crime and leaving jail or prison. Programs included weekly group meetings and classes for children. The purpose, which holds true today, was to strengthen the participants’ relationships with God and help them build new relationships with others. In 2002, with the help of many generous donors, Rochester Network for Re-Entry established the first transitional home for adults to live after they were released from jail. The home provides a safe place where men can live for up to 12 months. Discipleship through teaching and modeling of scripture are at the heart of life in the home. In 2005, the Fellowship Home was established as a similar gathering place for women, followed by the purchase of a third home for additional residents the following year.
A UNIQUE, INTENSE PLACE Rochester Network for Re-Entry’s services grew to include outreach to children and families in low-income housing, mentoring, community service and Bible studies in juvenile detention centers and the community—all with the goal of decreasing crime by helping people discover a relationship with God. When the organization celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2009, it also celebrated a new name: Next Chapter Ministries. “It’s not a halfway house or typical transitional home,” says Courtney Dugstad, office manager and youth program assistant. “Next Chapter Ministries is a unique place where individuals create and continue long-lasting relationships—one-on-one relationships—and learn how to live RWmagazine.com November/December 2016
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many challenges and victories. The greatest victories include having a strong support network of family and friends and a spiritual transforming experience in 1998 with Jesus Christ. Therefore, I feel like my role at Next Chapter Ministries is more of fulfilling a call from God.”
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differently. Activities are coordinated for all ages,” she says. “It’s an intense place to live. Those who live here are participants, not recipients.”
TWO-GENERATION APPROACH “I have the privilege of seeing women grow in their faith in Christ and rebuild their lives again,” says Roxy Zenker, women’s program coordinator. Zenker understands firsthand what many of the participants have experienced. “It touches my heart to see each woman overcome struggles and barriers in their life.” Activities like the Healing Hearts Program, which Kelly participates in, directly benefit women as they transition and rebuild personal relationships. With other opportunities that assist their families, transformation takes place two generations at a time. “Many women participants have children who also participate in the youth programs here,” says Zenker.
TEEN MINISTRY Next Chapter Ministries purchased a fourth home in 2010. The Lighthouse is a meeting place for children and youth, ages 5 through 18, who are impacted by crime. Bible studies for grades 9 through 12 take place in the upper space of the home, which is fondly referred to as the “Beacon” room. Dugstad coordinates the teen ministry, which helps youth develop life skills through Bible studies, art projects, book clubs, sporting events, volunteer-provided family dinners, mentorships and more. “It’s an organic relationship process, with discussions about self-worth, pain, hurt, forgiveness, true love and true freedom,” she says. “Seeds that are planted will continue to grow, and there are so many branches.” Similar to the ministry for adults, staff and volunteers visit the Juvenile Detention Center ( JDC) several times each week to lead small group Bible studies and engage in one-on-one mentoring. They welcome the participants into the Lighthouse youth program after release.
COMMON PASSION With a variety of life experiences and backgrounds to draw from, staff members at Next Chapter Ministries are focused, dedicated participants. Their common passion is the most important qualification for their work: a love for Jesus and others. “I feel like God has called me to be a conduit of change, which includes a destiny moment here at Next Chapter Ministries,” says Executive Director Tierre Webster. “My life has been filled with 42
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“Next Chapter's vision to change the culture of crime in Rochester and Olmsted County could never be of greater importance. Its role in helping men and women successfully re-enter the community is of great value, both to individuals and to society,” explains Senator Carla Nelson, who served on the board of directors for Rochester Network for Re-Entry/Next Chapter Ministries for two terms and now serves in an advisory role. “As our community grows, so must Next Chapter Ministries to meet the needs. This faith-based program has a long, successful track record of changing lives and is recognized across the state and nation.” From cooking a meal, mentoring a participant or leading a discussion group to writing letters to inmates or making a monetary donation, the ministry invites you to help others—and yourself. “I believe so much here is a win-win for everyone,” says Zenker. “Mentors and volunteers state that they, too, grow so much by being a part of someone else's life. God coordinates everything we do here, and it is such a blessing to be a part of this community.”
TRANSFORMATION AND RESTORATION “Our future looks great!” says Webster. “We will continue to play our role in our community, which includes building relationships with the right folks in an effort of working toward holistic wellness for all involved with Next Chapter Ministries— gospel transformation and restoration.” With significant impact in the community, it’s evident that Next Chapter Ministries offers even more than a next chapter in life for those affected by crime or those who make this work possible. It provides guidance, resources and opportunities to begin new life stories. Trish Amundson is a Rochesterarea freelance writer.
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around pipes or chimneys, and other attic openings. It is important to stop ice dams and costly energy losses. “It’s amazing what you can do with just some caulk and finding air gaps,” says Jill Mickelson, who has taken the Neighborhood Energy Challenge twice in recent years. She is a former volunteer member of the Rochester Energy Commission and works as an environmental engineer with consulting firm Braun Intertec in Rochester. Mickelson wanted help to locate energy savings for her northeast Rochester home built in 1965. During the NEC energy audit, she and REDUCE WASTE AND SAVE ENERGY The Neighborhood Energy Challenge—a free energy workshop—offers husband, David, learned that they could save significant loss of energy in heated air by plugging the house’s fireplace chimney. They inserted a good look at ways to reduce waste and save energy costs around the a special heavy-duty balloon to block the air loss, saving energy and house. The next NEC workshop is coming up from 10-11 a.m. on money. They also installed a new boiler for their hot water heat system. Saturday, November 19, in the Community Room at Rochester Public “When it came time for those purchase decisions, we were not just Utilities, 4000 East River Road N.E. looking at the one-time expense. We were looking at the longtime The class is free, although prior registration is requested. Additional energy costs,” Mickelson says. NEC participants want to know about the small operations that go classes are being planned for 2017. into a house. “It seems that people want to talk about light bulbs the The class, which takes less than most,” Boots Camp says. “When wintertime comes around, people will an hour, explores potential savings ask about ice dams,” she says. “That’s a big topic.” of electricity, fuel and water in everyday living. It’s designed “to SIGNING UP FOR NEC CLASS get (participants) to make changes in the way that they use energy People who would like to attend the NEC session on November 19 and then to get them to start thinking about making energy efficiency can enroll at no charge through Rochester Community Education. For improvements as home improvement ideas,” says Stacy Boots Camp of the nonprofit Center for Energy and Environment, which conducts the questions, contact Boots Camp at sbootscamp@mncee.org workshops. They are co-sponsored in Rochester by RPU and Minnesota or 1-888-734-6365. Each participant will be eligible for a professional energy audit Energy Resources Corp., the city’s natural gas supplier. through G.A. Ernst & Associates at a base cost of $50. Each Once homeowners have attended the class, they are eligible for a participating household also will receive some small, energy saving professional, home energy audit at a discounted price to put those products for use around the home. energy-saving ideas into practice. The energy auditor analyzes homes NEC got its start with state grants from proceeds of the Minnesota for critical energy factors such as air flow in the house, insulation Lottery in 2010. The Rochester NEC program won the Community effectiveness in the attic and obvious air or water leaks, among others. Partnership Award in November 2015 from the Rochester Energy Commission and its underlying Committee on Urban Design TOWARD A MORE BUTTONED-UP HOUSE “I think most people don’t really know about the air sealing,” says Boots and Environment. Camp, who is recruitment and outreach coordinator for CEE. “They think as long as they have enough insulation, that’s good enough, but the air sealing part is very important.” Air sealing involves filling in gaps Bob Freund is a Rochester-based writer.
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CCORDING TO THE CDC, OVER 70 PERCENT OF AMERICAN ADULTS ARE CONSIDERED OVERWEIGHT OR OBESE. THESE CONDITIONS CORRESPOND WITH A HIGHER RISK OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE, DIABETES, MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS, ESPECIALLY OSTEOARTHRITIS, AS WELL AS SOME CANCERS. TAKING THE STEPS TO LOSE WEIGHT IS NOT AS EASY AS WE WISH.
Tessa Leen lost weight in a smart and safe way. Exercise and healthy eating led her to lose 185 pounds in 4 years.
DESIRE TO LOSE WEIGHT Tessa says that she was always the “chubby kid.” She was teased, and that led to unhealthy methods of losing weight in high school and college. After getting married, she and her husband had two children in quick succession. Throughout both pregnancies, Tessa gained weight, getting to her heaviest known weight of 331 pounds in the summer of 2012. She really wanted to have a third baby, so she decided to lose weight. Her first attempt was a “shake diet.” She lost some weight but gained it right back and realized that it was not sustainable. So Tessa watched what she ate and started with simple exercising like walking and using the elliptical. She used the MyFitnessPal app on her phone to track calories and liked that it was “simple math” for her: calories consumed minus calories burned. Her first goal was to lose enough weight to get pregnant. She achieved that goal and did get pregnant, but then she had two miscarriages and thinks it was because she was still overweight. That was the motivation she needed to work even harder.
WEIGHT LOSS JOURNEY Tessa’s weight loss journey was full of challenges. She says, “The beginning is hard because you want to give up. That's the easy thing to do. I was guilty of it myself. That's why this journey has taken me as long as it has.” A couple of months in, though, Tessa started to see changes, mostly in the way her clothes fit. Her weight went down, but it was when she had to buy new clothes that she really knew it was working. Others started to take notice, and in 2014, Tessa decided to start an Instagram account called Tessa’s Weight Loss Journey to track her journey, hold herself accountable and connect with others on similar journeys. As of the end of September 2016, she has over 40,000 followers on Instagram, and her Facebook community page has over 6,500 fans.
INSPIRING OTHERS TO LOSE WEIGHT One of the people Tessa is proudest to have inspired is her brother, who lived with her family during her weight loss journey. He was inspired to lose weight, and he’s currently working toward his own goal. One of the best things that comes from taking charge of your health through exercise and better eating is feeling better about yourself. Tessa has found that her job as a daycare provider
is so much easier now that she is “basically half (her) size.” She says that although she has always battled self-esteem issues and still does to some extent, the weight loss has given her “confidence in myself that I never knew existed!” She is in the best shape of her life now, and she is so very thankful and blessed for all this journey has given her.
TESSA’S TIPS Tessa loves burpees, even though they are challenging. They can be done anywhere and don’t require any equipment. Do three sets of 10 to 20. She suggests using modifications if you’re just getting started. Tessa’s favorite meal is throwing veggies in a pan with chicken and seasoning with Mrs. Dash or a sauce or dressing for flavor. She snacks on Quest bars, yogurt, bananas or SkinnyPop popcorn. Emily Watkins is a personal trainer and the owner of Empowered Wellness & Fitness Studio. RWmagazine.com November/December 2016
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SSST! WANNA ROCK THE TWIN CITIES LIKE A LOCAL? THERE ARE A MULTITUDE OF UNIQUE AND AWESOME THINGS TO DO IN THE MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL METRO AREA. THERE ARE HIDDEN GEMS, PLACES THE LOCALS ENJOY, BUT PROTECT, MUCH LIKE A FISHERMAN NEVER REVEALS THE EXACT LOCATION WHERE HE’S REELING IN THE KEEPERS.
I lived in the Twin Cities for 25 years and have some insights to share, so you can truly expand your horizons as you visit the Twin Cities for a day trip or a weekend getaway. There are oodles of things to do, and these suggestions are in no way all-encompassing. What you do, of course, depends on your interests and how you like to spend your time. Here is just the tip of the iceberg of ideas for exploring and enjoying your visit to the Twin Cities.
DINING AND NIGHT LIFE
There are several unique neighborhoods in Minneapolis, each with its own distinctive character and charm. The hottest area of the Twin Cities right now is undoubtedly the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis. Nestled in the warehouse district, Dining & Nightlife near Target Center and Target Field, the community is a hotbed psycho suzie’s motor lounge for art galleries and gasthof zur gemutlichkeit eclectic shops, as well cafė maude as upscale and fun restaurants lord fletcher’s old lake lodge and nightclubs. Not to be overlooked, Northeast Minneapolis has re-invented itself as a trendy and relevant neighborhood. Once neglected and disregarded, the neighborhood has emerged in the past few years as the home to numerous amazing bars and restaurants. If you’ve never been, you really do owe it to yourself to visit Psycho Suzie’s Motor Lounge to see what the fuss is all about. True, this Tiki bar is best enjoyed during the warmer months, but it’s still a delight any time of the year. Also located in Northeast Minneapolis is Gasthof Zur Gemutlichkeit. This is a rollicking German restaurant and on weekends they have polka bands in Mario’s Keller Bar on the lower level. The polka bands are insanely popular with Millennials. South Minneapolis is also home to several fantastic restaurants and clubs. Café Maude is a stand out: This hip hotspot has been serving up “civilized leisure” in a bistro and craft bar setting for nearly 10 years.
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For dining options outside of the metro area, Lord Fletcher’s Old Lake Lodge on Lake Minnetonka is always a delight. Lord Fletcher’s, a longtime Lake Minnetonka institution, offers lake views and chef-inspired dishes in a rustic resort setting.
THEATER AND ENTERTAINMENT The holiday season is the perfect time of the year to take in a performance at one of the extraordinary theaters in Minneapolis or St. Paul. “A Christmas Carol” is playing at the Guthrie from November 16 to December 30. The Ordway has a festive lineup of several different THEATRES performances including “Irving Berlin’s White Christmas” from December the guthrie 8-31, and “Handel’s Messiah” the ordway the orpheum from December 17-18. The Orpheum, State, and the state theatre Pantages Theatres all have an the pantages theatre impressive variety of performances booked as well. Plan ahead for the St. Paul Winter Carnival, a great family event. This annual kid-friendly event will be held January 26 to February 5, 2017.
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SHOPPING, MOA AND MUCH MORE For shopping experiences, the granddaddy of them all is the Mall of America. This shopper’s nirvana has been delighting old and young alike for over two decades. Because the Mall of America is ever-changing, it seems like a new destination just about every time you visit. Edina’s 50th & France is upscale and unique, and if you’re looking for one-of-a-kind items, this is the definitely place for you. Other fun shopping destinations include Twin Cities Premium Outlets in Eagan and Albertville Premium Outlets. Each has something for the entire family. With a wide variety of stores, these are great options for completing your holiday shopping. If you like thrifting, the Twin Cities is a thrifter’s paradise. There are several huge thrift stores in the metro and its great fun to select a few thrift stores, plot your route, and make a day or weekend of it.
CRAFT BEER AND WINE The Twin Cities is home to several well-regarded craft breweries and tap rooms. Minneapolis is home to CRAFT BEER AND WINE Surly, Indeed, Summit, Dangerous Man and several other notable and BREWERIES: surly, indeed, completely drinkable summit, dangerous man adult beverages. WINE BARS: sample room, Speaking of adult beverages, there is no toast wine bar & cafĖ, terzo shortage of fantastic wine vino bar, lucia’s wine bar bars in the Twin Cities that are definitely worthy of a visit. Great wine bars include the Sample Room, Toast Wine Bar & Café, Terzo Vino Bar and Lucia’s Wine Bar, among several other options. While we’re on the topic of wine, be sure to visit Cannon River Winery in Cannon Falls on your way to or from an outing in the Cities. Cannon River’s wines are, hands down, my personal favorite.
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FAMILY FUN TIME The Twin Cities caters to young visitors, as well. The Science Museum of Minnesota is always popular with the kids. Located in downtown St. Paul, this is a great educational experience for families to share. If you have children in tow, no visit to the Twin Cities is complete without a few hours spent at Nickelodeon Universe, the seven-acre amusement park located smack dab in the middle of the Mall of America. Other great family fun activities include the Water Park of America located a short shuttle ride from the Mall of America. Another excellent option, perfect for cold weather, is the Eagles Nest in New Brighton. This indoor playground is a great way for kids to have fun and burn off some steam. There are hundreds of activities to enjoy in the Twin Cities, and the most difficult decision will be determining how you want to spend your time. One thing that may make the decision-making easier is the fact that you can return again soon. Cindy Mennenga, owner of Straight Talk Wellness, is a health coach and freelance writer based in Rochester.
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NOVEMBER
OCTOBER 21-NOVEMBER 6
WIT by Margaret Edson, Rochester Civic Theatre, a professor’s profound story dealing with ovarian cancer for ages 14+, Thurs., Fri., and Sat. 7 pm; Sun. 2 pm, 282-8481, rochestercivictheatre.org
NOVEMBER 3 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction, Rochester International Event Center, an evening of culinary excellence while giving generously to help babies, 5:30 pm, 990-8624, signaturechefs.marchofdimes. org
NOVEMBER 12
Kiss the Sky: The Jimi Hendrix Re-Experience, Mayo Civic Center, received rave accolades by members of Hendrix's original bands, 7:30 pm, 328-2220, mayociviccenter.com
The Realistic Joneses, Rochester Repertory Theatre, a comedy relaying a story about two couples in a small town, Thurs. Fri. and Sat. 7:30 pm; Sun. 4 pm, 289-1737, rochesterrep.org An Evening with Jillian Michaels, Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall, a fitness expert and a renowned life coach, 8 pm, 328-2222, mayociviccenter.com
NOVEMBER 12 Simplifying Your Life and Enjoying it More, Assisi Heights Spirituality Center, explore methods in making better choices to rediscover what is most important, 9:30 am-12 pm, 280-2195, rochesterfranciscan.org
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NOVEMBER 12-13
28th Annual Polka Party, Kahler Grand Hotel, polka bands, times vary, (800) 533-1655, thekahlerhotel.com
Holiday Harvest Wine and Food Festival, Great River Road Wine Trail, start your celebration of the season by enjoying holiday foods and wine, 10 am-5 pm, greatriverroadwinetrail.org
NOVEMBER 5-DECEMBER 11 Historic Mayowood Mansion Christmas Tour, Mayowood Mansion, guided tour of the Mayo family’s three generational, Christmas decorated home, times vary, 282-9447, olmstedhistory.com
NOVEMBER 6 Organ Improviser Aaron David Miller in Concert, St. John the Evangelist Church, Miller, top prize winner at the AGO National Improvisation Competition, 4 pm, 288-7372, sj.org
NOVEMBER 11 Civic Live presents Galactic Cowboy Orchestra’s Live CD Release Show, Rochester Civic Theatre, show includes an energetic, live performance by Galactic Cowboy Orchestra, 7:30 pm, 282-8481, rochestercivictheatre.org
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NOVEMBER 11-12, 17-19, 25-26 & DECEMBER 1-4
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NOVEMBER 18
Americana Showcase presents: The Black Lillies with Tin Can Gin, Rochester Civic Theatre, up-andcoming bands as they perform authentic folk music, 7:30 pm, 282-8481, rochestercivictheatre.org A Live and Love Affair Gala, Rochester International Event Center, an evening with Gatsby to raise money for Seasons Hospice, 5 pm-12 am, 285-1930, seasonshospice. org
Uncorked JUNKMARKET Style, Four Daughters Vineyard and Winery, a one-of-a-kind vintage, arts, and organics festival, Thurs. and Fri. 11 am-7 pm; Sat. 9 am-5 pm, 456-5151, junkmarketstyleevents.com
Renew Women’s Retreat, Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, a special journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and education, 951-1468, renewwomensretreat.com
NOVEMBER 17, 18, 19, 25 & 26 Dead Man’s Cell Phone, Absolute Theatre, Education Conference Center, Christ United Methodist Church,a wildly imaginative new comedy, 7 pm, absolutetheatre.org
NOVEMBER 13 Festival of Music, First Presbyterian Church, hymn arrangements interspersed with dances, 4 pm, 285-6862, fpcrochester.org
NOVEMBER 15 All in the Cards, Assisi Heights Spirituality Center, exploring self-care, affirmation, and inspirational cards in promoting positive change, 6:30-8 pm, 280-2195, rochesterfranciscan.org
NOVEMBER 17 Give to the Max Day, Support Minnesota charities of your choice on this day dedicated to giving, givemn.org
NOVEMBER 17-18 RAACHE Choirs' Harmonies Fall Concert, Zumbro Lutheran Church, concert of choral music highlighting different styles, cultures, and tastes, 7 pm, 3568248, raache.org/choir/
NOVEMBER 19
NOVEMBER 19 Rochester Symphony Orchestra & Chorale: Midori Plays Beethoven, John Marshall High School Auditorium, selections from Brahms and a performance by world-class virtuoso violinist, Midori, kids attend FREE with purchase of an adult ticket, 7:30 pm, 328-5400, rochestersymphony.org
NOVEMBER 20 Jazz Jam with The D'Sievers, Rochester Civic Theatre, play or sing along with a live jazz rhythm section, 5:30-8:30 pm, 282-8481, rochestercivictheatre.org
NOVEMBER 25-27 Festival of Trees-A Celebration of Giving, Mayo Civic Center, festive fun with a variety of special events, Fri. and Sat. 11 am -7 pm; Sun. 11 am-5 pm, 226-0701, hiawathahomes.org
NOVEMBER 26 Small Business Saturday, Downtown Rochester, shop small on this day to promote our local businesses, 2169882, downtownrochestermn.com/events/smallbusiness-saturday
NOVEMBER 28 Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker, Mayo Civic Center, magical props, a growing Christmas tree, and Russian-made costumes and sets, 7 pm, 3282222, mayociviccenter.com
DECEMBER
DECEMBER 1
Lorie Line: A Merry Little Christmas, Mayo Civic Center, Lorie will be playing the favorited carols that make her show unique, 7:30 pm, 328-2222, mayociviccenter.com
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Christmas Carol, Rochester Civic Theatre, a production to remind us of the holiday season’s beautiful lessons, Thurs Fri and Sat: 7 pm; Sun: 2 pm, 282-8481, rochestercivictheatre.org
Rochester on Tap, Mayo Civic Center, Enjoy a variety of 100+ craft beer samples from America's best breweries, 2861010, americaontap.com/rochester-on-tap
DECEMBER 3
Bear Creek Cookie Classic, Bear Creek Services Building, Cookies and baked goods made by local community bakers will be sold, 9 am-12 pm, 2887195, bearcreekservices.org
Feast! Local Foods Marketplace, Mayo Civic Center, sample and stock up on food products from 100+ farmers/artisans, wine and beer tasting (additional), 10 am-4 pm, $2-$5, local-feast.org
DECEMBER 3 SE MN Celiac Support Group Annual Holiday Cookie Exchange, Baldwin Building, Bring 4 dozen of your favorite treats, containers, and the recipe, 10 am, 273-2033, sites.google.com/site/semnceliacs
DECEMBER 3 Rochester Concert Band and Choir’s Yulefest, Mayo Civic Center, volunteer-based music groups perform cherished selections for this Christmas celebration, 7:30 pm, 328-2200, rochestermn.gov
DECEMBER 3 RCMS String Orchestra, Christ United Methodist Church, A performance featuring music by Bach, Schumann, Molter, and Pilati, 7:30 pm, rochesterchambermusic.org
DECEMBER 3-4 Nature Art Show, Quarry Hill Nature Center, You’ll see pottery, jewelry, paintings, photography, glass, woodworking, and more, Sat. 9 am-4 pm; Sun. 11 am-4 pm, 206-3072, qhnc.org
DECEMBER 4 Glad Tidings, Bethel Lutheran Church, all five Honors Choirs Ensembles to sing treasured holiday pieces, 3 pm & 5 pm, 252-0505, honorschoirs.org
DECEMBER 4-30 Jolly Trolley Holiday Lights Tour, Peace Plaza Downtown, take a ride to see fun, creative, and family-oriented residential lights displays, times vary, 421-0573, rochestermntours.com
DECEMBER 9-11 Choral Arts Ensemble Christmas at Assisi, Lourdes Chapel, Assisi Heights, featuring the Honors Concert Choir, a newly commissioned piece, and more, Fri. and Sat. 7:30 pm; Sun. 4 pm, 252-8427, choralartsensemble.org
DECEMBER 10 Santas on the Run 5K, A Child’s Kingdom, holiday-themed run/walk while wearing a Santa suit, 8 am, 254-2703, medcityevents.com
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DECEMBER 10 Eagle Bluff Skills School Winter Wreath Making: An Introduction to our Conifers, Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, handcraft your own festive winter wreath, 1-4 p.m., $40 includes a $5 materials fee, register by December 2, 467-2437, skillsschool@eagle-bluff.org, eagle-bluff-skillsschool.org/classes
DECEMBER 11 Eagle Bluff Skills SchoolNaturally Clean, 9 am–12 pm, Eagle Bluff Skills School-Naturally Beautiful, 1- 4 pm, Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, learn about the benefits of homemade, all natural cleaning products and/or learn about making sustainable choices in beauty products, register by December 2, 467-2437, skillsschool@eagle-bluff. org, eagle-bluff-skills-school.org/classes
DECEMBER 14 Americana Showcase presents: Trailer Trash – The Trashy Lil’ Xmas Show, Rochester Civic Theatre, Trailer Trash will perform its renowned, unique brand of country music, 7:30 pm, 2828481, rochestercivictheatre.org
DECEMBER 17 Sounds of the Season RSOC Concert, Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall, orchestra will perform favorites galore, from old carols to modern expressions, 7:30 pm, 286-8742, rochestersymphony.org
DECEMBER 17 A Christmas Tea Party, Assisi Heights Spirituality Center, reflect on the values of the Christmas season with tea and discussion, 1:30-3:30 pm, 280-2195, rochesterfranciscan.org
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CONGRATULATIONS DANIELLE TEAL We are pleased to announce that Danielle Teal from Rochester has been named the 2015 Bryant Community Hero winner from our area. To show our appreciation, Danielle received a new Bryant high efficiency gas furnace for her home, which was installed by Haley Comfort Systems on Friday, December 11, 2015.
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Danielle was nominated by Rebecca Dombrovski (Scott) of Rice, Minnesota. Haley Comfort Systems and Bryant Heating & Cooling In her nomination, Systems teamed up to honor a local Community Hero who does “whatever it takes” to make a positive Rebecca said impact in their community. This Hero demonstrates how Danielle has made a person with passion and determination can use their it her mission to time and energy to make a difference in the lives of perform Random others. Congratulations, Danielle! Acts of Kindness (RAKs). Danielle greets Mayo Clinic patients with flowers, shares lunch with a lonely veteran and opens her home to anyone in the community during holidays. We are pleased to honor Danielle Teal for her hard work, passion and determination in making Rochester a better community. Last year was our first year with the program so it is fairly new to us. Community leaders and I served on the selection panel and reviewed the nominations. We judged the entries based on the attributes of the nominees that set them apart from others and demonstrated that the nominee is an unsung hero doing amazing work to improve the community.
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THANKFUL FOR THE AWARD The award could not have come at a better time because the previous year my furnace failed to start. A mechanic came out to repair it and told me I would probably need to replace it in the next couple of years. It was a Christmas miracle watching them install the new furnace. Not only did this kind act warm my heart and make our home toasty—it inspired me to continue to spread kindness. The following are a few Random Acts of Kindness ideas to keep the giving spirit alive this holiday season: 1. Giving Trees. Hang envelopes on the branches with acts of kindness—small, medium or large gift ideas for individuals and families in need. Create one for your office or organization. 54
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2. Help the Homeless. Gage East Apartments, a 55-unit apartment complex that provides permanent housing for those experiencing homelessness, accepts contributions. 3. Volunteer. There are many opportunities in our community to volunteer. United Way of Olmsted County has a volunteer website that matches up talents and passions with potential volunteer opportunities. Visit volunteer.uwolmsted.org or salvationarmynorth.org/community/rochester for volunteer opportunities. RochesterWomen magazine publisher, Jorrie Johnson, and I have volunteered at Community Food Response, a volunteer-led nonprofit that provides free meals to people by collecting donated food from restaurants, cafeterias, businesses and grocery stores. You can also follow the Random Acts of Kindness group on Facebook (facebook.com/rakrochmn). Acts of kindness ideas, ways you can help in the community and positive inspiring content are posted daily. Danielle Teal is a single parent, full-time web specialist, college student and freelance writer.
Photo provided by Haley Comfort Systems.
Never expecting a ‘boomerang of kindness’ in return, I was the recipient of an incredibly massive Random Act of Kindness in December 2015 when my friend Rebecca Dombrovski (Scott) nominated me as a Community Hero. The Community Hero campaign recognizes positive contributions to the community and is sponsored by Haley Comfort Systems and Bryant Heating & Cooling Systems.
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