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Base salary range of $60,000 - $70,000 annually plus bonus potential. Benefits package including
Sunday Women’s A.A: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 2 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Big Book AA: Peace Lutheran Church, door 5, New London, 6 p.m.
Monday Hand & Foot Cards: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9 a.m.
Walking club: Atwater Community Center, 9:45 a.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, noon
Mahjong: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 1 p.m.
Parkinson’s Disease support group: CCM Health Wellness Center, Montevideo, 3:30 p.m., 320-3218240
TOPS: Assembly of God Church Encore, 3821 Abbott Drive, 6:15 p.m., 320-796-2280
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Alanon: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Tuesday
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7:30 a.m.
Veterans and Active Duty Military: Willmar Community Center, 9:30 to 11 a.m.; informal coffee time for veterans and spouses; 320-894-7840. All firefighters, police officers, and rescue squad members are invited to join.
SAIL exercise: Atwater Community Center, 9:45 a.m.
Dementia Support Group: Bethesda, Willmar, 10 a.m.
SAIL exercise: Willmar Community Center, 10:15 a.m.
SAIL exercise: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 10:15 a.m.
Kiwanis: Kandiyohi County Historical Society
Museum, Willmar, noon
Hand & Foot Cards: Willmar Community Center, 12:30 p.m.
Bingo: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 1 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Alanon: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Wednesday
Veterans coffee: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9 a.m.
Coffee and conversation: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9 a.m.
Hand, Knee & Foot Cards: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9 a.m.
Mahjong: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9:30 a.m.
Walking club: Atwater Community Center, 9:45 a.m.
Group Respite: Faith Lutheran Church, Spicer, 10 a.m. Contact 866-787-9802 to register.
Rotary: The Oaks, noon Lions Club: Willmar VFW, Willmar, noon
Cribbage corner cards: Willmar Community Center, 12:30 p.m.
Whist: Willmar Community Center, 12:30 p.m.
Dementia Support Group: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 12:30 p.m.
Willmar Area Senior Citizens Club: Willmar Community Center, 2 p.m. entertainment by Gene and Angela, 3 p.m. meeting.
Women’s A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 6:45 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Alanon: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Thursday
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7:30 a.m.
Mexican Train: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 9 a.m.
SAIL exercise: Atwater Community Center, 9:45 a.m.
SAIL exercise: Willmar Community Center, 10:15 a.m.
SAIL exercise: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 10:15 a.m.
Hand & Foot Cards: Willmar Community Center, 12:30 p.m.
500 cards: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, noon
Caregivers Support Group: Bethesda, Willmar, 1:30 p.m.
Aging Wisely: Willmar Community Center, 1:30 p.m.
NAMI: Willmar Public Library, 6:30 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Friday Alanon: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 11 a.m.
Whist: Dethlefs Community Center, Spicer, 1 p.m.
Senior Dance: Willmar Community Center, 1 to 4 p.m., $3 non-dancers, $8 dancers, both includes lunch; music by Melody Ranch Hands.
Farkle Fridays: Willmar Community Center, 1 to 4 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 2 p.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
Recovery Church: 516 4th Ave SW, New London, 7 p.m. Child care provided.
Saturday
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 10 a.m.
A.A.: 1805 E. Hwy. 12, 7 p.m.
This calendar will run each week in the Sunday Reminder and as space permits in the West Central Tribune e-edition, Monday through Saturday. To have your event included please email news@wctrib.com or mail it to Kit Grode, West Central Tribune, PO Box 839, Willmar, MN 56201. Include all information and the name and phone number of the person submitting it. You will be called to confirm the information.
C(Jan. 29) is a time to celebrate fresh beginnings and cherished traditions. Making sesame chicken at home is a delicious way to honor the occasion with a dish that’s both festive and satisfying.
If you don’t celebrate the Lunar New Year, this recipe is still a winner. It’s a fantastic takeout favorite you can easily recreate at home.
Sesame Chicken is a dish that brings the perfect balance of crispy chicken and a glossy, savory-sweet sauce, and when you make it at home, you’re in charge. You decide the ingredients, whether to add veggies or not, and the sodium level. No MSG (unless you want it), and the best part? You’ll have bragging rights when your sesame chicken rivals your favorite restaurant’s version.
Cooking your takeout favorites at home doesn’t just save you money -- it’s a chance to learn, experiment, and create. Plus, the process of cooking can be a celebration in itself, filled with aromas and textures that make it more than just a meal -it’s an experience.
SESAME CHICKEN
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons sesame seeds 1 green onion, thinly sliced Cooked rice, for serving Optional vegetables: steamed broccoli, red pepper, celery, onion
Whisk the water, brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil and 2 teaspoons of the cornstarch together in a small bowl; set aside. Slice the chicken into bite-size pieces. This is the most time-consuming part of this whole recipe. Place the chicken in a medium bowl and season with salt. Sprinkle the remaining 1/3 cup cornstarch over the chicken and toss with your hands until the pieces are separated and evenly coated. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large nonstick or cast-iron frying pan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add half the chicken and spread into an even layer. Cook without stirring until golden brown on the bottom, about 4 minutes. Turn the pieces and cook until the chicken is browned on the second side and cooked through, about 4 minutes more. Transfer to a platter and keep warm. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan and repeat cooking the remaining chicken.
Optional -- Saute the Vegetables: If you’d like to saute the vegetables
instead of steaming them, add them to the skillet now. Cook to your desired doneness, then proceed with the recipe as written. No specific quantities are suggested, as the choice and amount depend on your household’s preferences. Adding extra veggies is also a great way to stretch the meal and feed more people without greatly increasing costs. Return all the chicken to the pan, add the garlic and ginger, and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Give the sauce another whisk, then pour the sauce into the pan. Cook, tossing constantly, until the sauce thickens, is glossy and coats the chicken, about 30 seconds. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and toss to coat. Garnish with green onion and serve over rice if desired. With this simple, frugal and fabulous recipe, you can bring the joy of sesame chicken to your table -- no takeout menu required. Here’s to celebrating deliciously and affordably!
spatula, until the meat and onions are nicely browned, 2 to 3 minutes more. Remove from the heat. Place the Cheez Whiz in a microwavesafe bowl. Microwave on 50% power until pourable, 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 15 seconds. Remove the rolls from the packaging in one piece. Using a serrated knife, cut crosswise through all of the rolls at once to divide the top half from the bottom (keeping the sides of the rolls intact). Place the bottom half cut-side up on a sheet tray. Scoop the meat and onion mixture into an even layer over the rolls. Stir the Cheez Whiz and spoon it evenly over the meat. Place the top bun cut-side down over the cheese. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic salt. Brush the slider buns with the butter mixture. Bake until the tops of the rolls are golden and toasted, 10 to 12 minutes. Pull the sliders apart and serve warm, with pickled peppers, if you like.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black-eyed peas, black beans, tomato, bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, olive oil, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, cumin, and black pepper. Mix well to combine. Serve with tortilla chips.
Crispy, saucy sesame chicken that’s budget-friendly and totally irresistible.
KOVELS ANTIQUES AND COLLECTING
King of Enamels encouraged others to pursue enameling
He’s not an official symbol of Valentine’s Day, but it seems like the right time to have the King of Hearts make an appearance. This King of Hearts enamel was made in 1946 by Kenneth Bates, who may as well be called the king of enamels. Bates was born in Massachusetts in 1904 and developed a love of art and crafts as a child. He attended the Massachusetts School of Art where he studied painting and had his first exposure to enamels. In 1927, while teaching design at the Cleveland School of Art, he realized that there were already many artists working in his preferred medium, watercolor and decided to try something different so his work would stand out. His choice? Enamels. At the time, enamel was limited to expensive jewelry houses; it wasn’t considered a material for modern art.
BY DANA JACKSON
Q: Is Mark Wahlberg really bald in his new movie “Flight Risk,” or is he wearing a bald cap? He looks like George Costanza from “Seinfeld.” -- N.W.
A: That’s no bald cap or special effects. Mark Walhberg really did shave off the top of his hair for his latest movie role as a pilot who transports a prisoner (Topher Grace) cross-country to testify against a mafia group. It was Walhberg’s idea to fully commit to the role with daily shavings and leaving “the horseshoe around the sides.”
Walhberg told People magazine that the best part about his temporary look was seeing his wife’s face the first time he took off his hat. The movie, which was directed by Mel Gibson and also stars Michelle Dockery (“Downton Abbey”), was originally set for release in 2024 but got moved back to Jan. 24.
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Q: I saw an ad for a new show that looks really good. It’s about prisoners breaking free, but I can’t recall the name of it. When does it come out?
-- B.F.
A: You’re thinking of the upcoming NBC drama “The Hunting Party,” which premiered on Jan. 19. The premise follows a group of prisoners who escape after their underground top-secret prison (known as The Pit) blows up. The hunters in this case are a small team of investigators assembled to “capture the most dangerous killers our country has ever seen.”
The search team includes a former FBI profiler played by Melissa Roxburgh (“Manifest”), a prison guard played by Josh McKenzie (“La Brea”), and a CIA agent played by Patrick Sabongui (“The Flash”). Among the deadly escapees are a serial killer played by
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) All that flattery and fawning shouldn’t affect any decision you have to make. Keep your focus on the facts and ignore all the hyperbole, especially if it gets uncomfortably personal.
TAURUS (April 20 to May
20) Your Bovine instincts are on the mark about a “favor” that you’re being asked to do. Agree to nothing unless you get a full explanation, which you would check out first, of course.
GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) A somewhat-unsettled recent period should give way to a smoother time going through the week. Use this quieter time to catch up on matters that you might have had to let slide.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Feeling a little confused is understandable with all those mixed messages. Take time
Bates’s work, from Arts and Crafts-style boxes and bowls to abstracted nature imagery to human figures, changed that. He also encouraged hobbyists to pursue enameling, writing books like “Enameling: Principles and Practice,” published in 1951, to make the craft more accessible. His King of Hearts piece sold for $1,188 at an auction by Rago Arts.
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Q: A large and very heavy wooden “cabinet” -resembling a grand piano three- or four-times normal size, flat and fanshaped -- was situated in one of the cathedrals I visited in England years ago. All I could learn about the piece was that
CELEBRITY EXTRA
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Kenneth Bates’ midcentury enamel pieces like this King of Hearts panel brought the medium into the modern art world.
it provided storage for the capes of high clergy. It’s certainly a good possibility that the piece was not usually in that location
and had been brought out for the sake of tourists. I would be so grateful if you could add to this scrap of information.
Courtesy of Lionsgate
Mark Wahlberg stars in Mel Gibson’s “Flight Risk.”
Tobias Jelinek (“Stranger Things”), who Roxburgh’s character initially helped put away for his crimes. JJ Bailey, one of the show’s creators, explains that there’s enough plot besides escaped prisoners to engage viewers for several seasons. He claims that by the end of the season, it “turns out there’s much more going on.”
He further explains, “We talk a lot about what was going on at the Pit as being sort of ... this octopus with many tentacles. In the end of season 1, we sort of chop one off only to realize there’s more, and there definitely is someone behind the explosion at the Pit with an ulterior motive that we’ll uncover hopefully seasons ... down the road.”
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Q: Will there be some
kind of benefit concert to help the victims of the California Wildfires?
-- K.K.
A: Yes, there is a concert in the works that is expected to air live on Jan. 30 at 6 p.m. PT (3 p.m. ET) from two different venues: the Kia Forum and the Intuit Dome. Details can be found at FireAidLA.org, but artists who are scheduled to perform include Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish, No Doubt, P!nk, Sting, Stevie Nicks, Rod Stewart, Joni Mitchell, Lady Gaga, Jelly Roll, Earth, Wind & Fire, plus many more!
Send me your questions at NewCelebrityExtra@gmail. com, or write me at KFWS, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803.
to list the questions you have. Then present them and insist on answers that make sense.
LEO (July 23 to August 22) Cupid can be very helpful for Lions seeking a love connection. The chubby cherub also brings warm and fuzzy feelings to paired Leos and Leonas who already share a special love line.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Travel is favored this week, whether you’ll be globe-trotting or taking a trip to a nearby getaway. You might be surprised (or maybe not) by the person who wants to be your traveling companion.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Getting advice on your next business-related move is a good idea but only if your advisers are trustworthy. Get references you can check
out before you make any decisions.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Getting a boost in your self-esteem is one benefit that comes with a job well-done. There are other plusses as well, including being noticed by all the right people. Good luck!
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Make time to deal with family matters, especially where they concern your elderly kinfolk. Being there for them from the start can help resolve problems sooner rather than later.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Getting a project started can often be difficult, but the good news is that you won’t want for lack of assistance from colleagues who would like to work with you. So, let them!
BY TONY RIZZO
HOLLYWOOD -- All eyes are on the Blake Lively/Justin Baldoni lawsuits! Lively accused Baldoni of sexual harassment on the set of “It Ends with Us,” then accused him of mounting a smear campaign to tarnish her reputation. He filed a $250 million suit against the New York Times for running Lively’s complaint against him. He also accuses her of a smear campaign. The “he said, she said” campaign drove the $25 million film to a $351 million gross in the box office.
Lively and husband Ryan Reynolds skipped the Golden Globes because they were unhappy that neither of them were nominated. She has since moved on to the sequel to her 2018 blackcomedy/crime film “A Simple Favor,” which is being directed by Paul Feig for Amazon MGM Studios. It co-stars Anna Kendrick, Henry Golding, Andrew Rannells and Allison Janney.
Meanwhile, Reynolds recently wrapped the live-action animated comedy “Animal Friends” in April 2024, as well as the action-adventure film “Mayday” with Kenneth Branagh and Maria Bakalova, which wrapped in May 2024. How will this infighting affect their future images?
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People are still talking about Demi Moore’s wonderful speech at the Golden Globes after she won for “The Substance.” I met Demi in 1982 when she was Jackie Templeton on “General Hospital” before she starred in “Blame It on Rio” (1984), “St. Elmo’s Fire” (1985), “About Last Night” (1986), and her superstar-maker “Ghost” (1990).
During her speech for “The Substance” (which cost $17.5 million and
AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A lot of workrelated issues might be raised this week, and you need to be prepared for whatever comes along. Things should be easier when it comes to matters in your private life.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20) What might appear to be a very much unwanted change in your life right now could turn out to be a very welcome event after all. Give yourself a chance to see where it might take you.
BORN THIS WEEK: You exercise your strong leadership qualities well, which is why people believe in you and feel reassured by you.
* * * TIP: Restoring and reusing old things is the purest form of recycling.
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CURRENT PRICES
Compact, silver, rectangular, light blue enamel, gold tone interior, two compartments, attached chain and ring, 3 1/2 x 2 1/4 inches, $130. Card, Valentine, Superman, three red hearts, “Be Mine,” “To Me It Would Be Fine To Be Your Super-Valentine,” die-cut card, c. 1950, 4 1/2 x 5 1/4 inches, $220. Box, candy, Crane Candy Company, Maxfield Parrish illustration on lid, Rubaiyat, rectangular, reed, textured, flower vine trim, inclined stand, c. 1920, 6 1/2 x 13 1/4 inches, $585.
A: It sounds like you saw a sacristy cabinet. Sacristy cabinets store important items like clergy’s robes, vessels, objects used in services and parish records. There isn’t a single standard design; they can be long and low like a credenza or a small cupboard or chest of drawers. They usually have elaborate decorations, like carvings, marquetry, or gilding, that reflect the architectural style of the time and place they were made. For example, an Italian Renaissance (c. 1500) sacristy cabinet may have geometric inlay. A 19thcentury Gothic Revival cabinet can look like a miniature cathedral itself. Neoclassical cabinets from the late 18th to early 19th century can have simpler geometric shapes. There are French Provincial cabinets with delicate scrolls and curved panels. Like most church furnishings, they are beautifully crafted and are considered works of art.
grossed $76.5 million), she said “I’ve been doing this a long time -- over 45 years. This is the first time I’ve ever won anything as an actor.” Next, she’ll star in the sci-fi comedy “I Love Boosters” with “Password” host Keke Palmer and Will Poulter.
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Sebastian Stan was another Globe winner for “A Different Man” (which he also produced), but the film only grossed $1.3 million. He fared better with “The Apprentice” (yes, as TV host Donald Trump), which cost $16 million and grossed $17.3 million because distributors were afraid to incur Trump’s wrath! In fact, 83% of the 238 critic reviews on Rotten Tomatoes were favorable. His next film should fare even better. It’s the Marvel superhero film “Thunderbolts*” with Florence Pugh, Wyatt
Russell (Kurt Russell’s son), David Harbour, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. It’s due on May 2.
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Imagine when I met George Clooney on the set of “The Facts of Life” in 1985 and talked him into an at-home photo shoot for TV Radio Mirror Magazine (because he was handsome, a nice guy, and had “TV star” written all over him). I never envisioned that he’d become the superstar icon he is today. His next film is the Netflix coming-of-age comedy “Jay Kelly” with Adam Sandler, Laura Dern, Billy Crudup, Riley Keough, Jim Broadbent, Isla Fisher and Greta Gerwig.
Courtesy of Columbia Pictures Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively in “It Ends with Us”
Classifieds
Bold School in Olivia MN is looking for a Director of Buildings and Grounds
$60,000-$100,000, including benefits
Oversees custodial and maintenance staff, ensures the safety and functionality of all buildings and properties, and plays a key role in the district’s long-term facility planning and improvement initiatives.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Construction Management, or a related field preferred. 5-8 years of experience in facilities management or a related field, including supervisory experience. Strong knowledge of building maintenance principles and practices. Working knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire safety This job may require long hours, including evenings and weekends.
Job Open Until Filled.
To apply go to www.bold.k12.mn.us
If you have any questions, please contact James Menton at 3209-523- 1031 Extension 2102 or jim.menton@bold.k12.mn.us
Minnesota. Education requirements: Course study in Hydrology, Agronomy, Ag Education, Environmental Sciences, Soil Science, or related field.
Full job description and position information and application can be found by visiting our website at www.popeswcd.org
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
February 14, 2025 4:00 p.m. or open until filled APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Submit a completed application and resume by the deadline to: Holly Kovarik, District Manager Pope SWCD 1680 Franklin Street North Glenwood, MN 56334 holly.kovarik@mn.nacdnet.net 320-634-5327 phone HELP WANTED
