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Goodman Community Center
January l February 2013
Eastside ACTIVITIES Feb. 6
CHEW on this: a toast to Wisconsin’s historic bars By Terese Allen, President, CHEW Executive Board
Are you hungry for knowledge … about food that is? Curious about the cultural importance of apples or how the hot dog happened? Wondering why soup is so universal or who invented the marshmallow? Then you are cordially invited to a meeting of the Culinary History Enthusiasts of Wisconsin. Fondly known as CHEW, this is an informal, not-for-profit, educational organization dedicated to the Hot dog history authority Dr. Bruce Kraig at a recelebration of food, ethnic cent CHEW meeting. cuisines and culinary customs from all parts of the world. welcomes the public to its meetings. And it meets monthly in the ’hood, at the Covering food stories from 10,000 years Goodman Community Center. ago to history that’s in the making today, At the upcoming Feb. 6 meeting, Jim CHEW offers up such eclectic topics as the Draeger, author of “Bottoms Up: A Toast to history of the birthday cake, the origins of Wisconsin’s Historic Bars and Breweries” Door County fish boils, the saga of corn, will explore the rise of taverns and brewerNative American fish food ways, food ies in Wisconsin. pyramid debates and traditional Serbian CHEW programs are at 7:15 p.m. on the cookery. The meetings feature lively disfirst Wednesdays of most months. CHEW cussions, foodie quiz contests and delicious regulars will also gather in January for a demonstrations … and sometimes food splendid themed potluck, an annual event samples, of course. that is for members only. For more information visit www.chewOne of just a few organizations like it wisconsin.com to sign up for the monthly in the country, CHEW features talks by authors, professors and other food authori- e-newsletter, or to become a member (and score an invitation to that potluck!). l ties. It’s a membership-based group, but
Jan. 2 & Feb. 6
Describing experiences from their time in Norway Brother and sister, Jens and Sigrid Arneson will share their recent experiences in Norway on Jan. 2, while young travelers Gage and Stephanie Trader relate their experiences during a recent trip to northern Norway on Feb. 6. Both programs start at 7:15 p.m. at the Sons of Norway-Idun Lodge at 2262 Winnebago St. and are preceded by an optional potluck supper at 6:30 p.m. If you wish to participate, bring a dish to pass, and arrive after 6 p.m. Jens is a senior at the University of Wisconsin in Madison double-majoring in soil science and Scandinavian studies. He spent the summer of 2012 in Grimstad, Norway, working at Bioforsk — a turf research center. The center hosted the European Turfgrass Conference while Jens was there.
Sigrid is currently a freshman at UWPlatteville, majoring in agribusiness. She spent the 2011-12 school year at the Hallingdal Folkehøgskule in Gol, Norway. Gol is on the main train line between Oslo and Bergen. She was in the Idrett (sports) line at the school and spent time skiing, snowboarding, rock climbing and other sportsrelated activities.
A Dark Adventure: A visit to Norway during Mørketid Gage and Stephanie Trader visited Hammerfest, which clains be the world’s northernmost city. It stands apart from typical tourist destinations and provides an interesting look at culture and lifestyle, past and present. Learn about everything from Norwegian dialects to the northern lights. l
Agrace HospiceCare volunteer training sessions Agrace HospiceCare will offer orientation and training sessions for those interested in making a difference in the lives of others. Volunteer opportunities are available for individuals 14 and older. Those working with patients must be at least 16 years old.
To register or learn more about upcoming training or volunteer opportunities, visit agracehospicecare.org or call Jennifer Stangl at 327-7163. For information regarding other groups, please visit agracehospicecare.org. l
April 4 – 21, 2013
Forward Theater presents ‘Good People’ A Tony-nominated play by David Lindsay-Abaire Set in Southie, a Boston neighborhood where a night on the town means a few rounds of bingo … where this month’s paycheck covers last month’s bills … and where Margie Walsh has just been let go from yet another job. Facing eviction and scrambling to catch a break, Margie thinks an old fling
who has made it out of Southie might be her ticket to a fresh new start. But is this apparently self-made man secure enough to face his humble beginnings? Margie is about to risk what little she has left to find out. With his signature humorous glow, LindsayAbaire explores the struggles, shifting loyalties and unshakeable hopes that come with having next to nothing in America. Directed by Jennifer Uphoff Gray. Forward Theater is a professional theater company housed in the Overture Center. For more information see www.forwardtheater.com or call 234-5001.l