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October 2013 Volume 12 • Issue 11

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Friday, October 18, 2pm-9pm • Saturday, October 19, 9am-5pm

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mind–body–spirit Travel

A Visit to Edinburgh 67

At Any Age, Be Aware While rare, breast cancer can strike young women, too. 76

health & well-being

Publisher

Angela Efting Ellerbroek

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Cover Artist, Graphic Designer

New Store Cracks the Code on Men’s Fashion Man Code Now Open Downtown 8

Jen (Sandvig) Pfeiffer Account Manager

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Toby Kane

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friends & family Tot Spots

Seeing Spots – The Lennan Small Room 82

Parenting & Pregnancy

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recipes Savor the Season 40

Top 5 Sioux Falls Food Trends 42

Best books 96 Cute Kids Submit Your Child’s Photo 98

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Karen Sproul—A-maze-ing Others Through Agriculture and Art 102

What’s That Smell? 46

October and Your Best Friend 106

Man in the Kitchen vino

Choosing Safe Toys for Toddlers and Preschoolers 86

For Kids Crafty Halloween Yard Decorations 92

at home

The Dave and Piper Keinroth Home 31

Pets best friendS Submit Your Pet’s Photo 108 historical marker

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the a list 56

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1938 National Corn Husking Contest 110

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By Mary Michaels | Photos by Chang Photography

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ondering if there’s a secret code to good fashion or if there are rules for men about “what not to wear?” A new men’s clothing store is here to help.

Man Code, located in historic downtown Sioux Falls, is focused on bringing hip style to area men of all ages. The store carries jeans, button down shirts, sweaters, t-shirts and every accessory you need to complete your look.

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“We chose clothing that is business casual and stylish,” says owner Gabrielle Spangler. “Man Code takes pride in how we choose our products and how they get to the customer.”

Spangler says she has enjoyed the opportunity to hand pick products from New York, Chicago and Dallas and bring new styles back home to Sioux Falls.

“I just wanted to find classic pieces that weren’t available anywhere else in town.”

One of her favorite brands discovered during trips to market was Ted Baker. Among the pieces in this clothing line are button down shirts made from soft-to-the-touch fabric with great detailing like the different designs that peek out from inside the cuffs.

“This brand carries everything from jeans and shirts to bags and socks, not to mention amazing footwear,” says Spangler.

“Everyone is busy these days, including men. So, when they come to Man Code, we’ll help them find pieces they can wear every day…pieces that can be worn dressy or casual, and any man can pull it off.”

Some of the other brands in the store are Cult of Individuality jeans (dark denim is in this fall), plaids from Grayers, which is a line founded by a former designer for Ralph Lauren, and shirts

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from Jared Lang that also feature detailed cuffs, buttons and other stylish touches.

The store’s comfortable-yet-hip atmosphere provides a fun, no-pressure shopping experience.

Rather than going with standard clothing racks, Spangler enlisted the help of her fiancé in creating racks from old pipes.

They had fun with decoupage, covering one full-length mirror with “manly” images from old magazine pages and another mirror with pieces of maps. On the wall behind the counter hangs the horned head of a steer, decoupaged with print paper, HB Ortho mag ad Dr Barrow 813:Layout 1

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wearing a necktie and mounted on red and black fabric.

Old wood spools serve as tables, wood pallets are the base for the full-length mirror or a place from which to hang belts.

Sitting on the shelves are stacks of old books, glass jars filled with golf balls or matchbox cars and large metal letters “M” and “C”- obviously, for Man Code.

“Those came from an old YMCA sign,” says Gabrielle. “Now I just have to figure out what to do with the ‘Y’ and ‘A’ I have at home.”

But, along with the playful, Spangler also included something practical in the store’s design – two leather chairs facing the wall-mounted flat screen TV. Some may be surprised that the owner of Man Code is a woman. Many more would be surprised to learn that Spangler is only 22 years old.

“Running my own business has always been a dream of mine,” she says. “My parents have always been self-employed, so I guess I’ve always been business-minded.”

Spangler is enjoying her dream of business ownership and spending her days at the store, often kept company by her big, black labradoodle, Macy.

When asked about the inspiration for her store’s name, Spangler says she is “still kind of coming up with what the ‘man code’ is,” but, she adds, “Someday I want to put all of the man code ‘rules’ into a book.”

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Friday, October 18th 2pm–9pm Saturday, October 19th 9am–5pm Sioux Falls Convention Center

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Friday, October 18th 2pm–9pm

Saturday, October 19th 9am–5pm Sioux Falls Convention Center

2013 Seminar Schedule Friday, October 18th 4:30 - 5pm Barre Burn We’ve combined the stretching and muscle toning movements of Pilates with the grace and sculpting principles of ballet plus upbeat bursts of cardio to keep up the energy. You will flow through all muscle groups to lengthen & strengthen your body using the ballet barre, soft pilates ball and small weighted balls. We are all about correct alignment & focusing from the inside out to make sure you are working effectively to achieve results.You will love the way your body feels after this class! Presented by 605 Fit

5 - 5:30pm From Comfort Foods to Comfortable Comfort foods, often high in carbs or sugar, are those go-to remedies when we’re feeling tired, stressed, or out of sorts. Yet what you may really need to feel comfortable – both in mood and energy – is a good balance of protein and healthy carbs. Learn easy, delicious ways to balance your meals from Chef Amanda Viau of Avera McKennan, with a cooking demonstration of grilled chicken with apple slaw, and broiled white fish with fruit salsa.

5:30 - 6pm Crawford’s Seared Tilapia Cooking Demonstration Join us as Chef Daniel prepares brown butter seared tilapia over soft polenta topped with roasted corn and shaved onion salad.

Sample this delicious dish, learn a few tips from a professional and take the recipe home with you. Presented by Crawford’s

6:00 - 6:30pm We’ve Got Answers to Your Food Questions Should you worry about hormones in your food? Is grass-fed more nutritious? We’ve got answers to your food questions and

more. This is your chance to get an insider’s perspective on food production, and talk with the real people who grow your food.

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6:30 - 7pm Sparkles, Frosting and Fancy...Oh My! Get the sweet scoop on “insider cupcake secrets” as one of the Cupcake Ninjas from Oh My Cupcakes! shares a delightful new recipe for you to wow guests at your holiday parties, then shows you how to frost and decorate this scrumptious treat in style.You’ll learn the tips from the Cupcake Ninja experts and get a recipe to take away in this Holiday Cupcake baking and frosting demo.

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7pm - 7:45pm Swirl, Sniff, and Sip Learn the basics of wine tasting with a Level 1 Sommelier. This entertaining seminar will inspire you to take a closer look at the wine you’re drinking. Riccardo’s passion for teaching people about wine will leave you wanting more! Prepare to have your palate educated! Presented by Riccardo Tarabelsi, etc. for her wine columnist.

7:45pm - 8:30pm From Ho-Hum to Holi-Dazzle Make-up tricks only go so far to camouflage those little flaws, or enhance your natural features. Join Dr. Jana Johnson from Avera Medical Group Dermatology to learn how aesthetic procedures can get your skin glowing by Christmas.

Saturday, October 19th 9:30 - 10:00 Zumba Laugh, Shake, Sweat...Dance!

Zumba is an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party!! Zumba class in a club style environment to create a comfortable, non-intimidating, party-like atmosphere. If you have never taken a Zumba class, please come try it with me! We love to laugh, shake, sweat, dance, and most importantly have fun! Presented by Dawn Szymik of Avera Fitness Center and Zumba Fitness by Dawn Szymik.

10:30 -11am Picture Perfect Possibilities Let’s chat about all the different ways you are capturing your family’s activities. What works and what doesn’t when you are on the go. In this seminar we will show you all the best options for a family on the go. Presented by Harold’s Photo Centers

11- 11:30am Effortless Meals in No Time Are you planning to entertain friends and family for the holidays or want to be prepared for unexpected guests when they drop in?

Learn how to create effortless beef meals that will help save time in the kitchen so you can spend more time enjoying your loved ones. Presented by the South Dakota Beef Industry Council

11:30 - 12pm Spooktacular Overall Body Workout Get exercise moves that target your arms, midsection and legs for a spooktacular overall body workout.

Presented by Mutch Women’s Center for Health Enrichment

12- 12:30pm Color Trends in Design Your timing is perfect as we are just returning from Fashion Week.

Twice a year our Creative Director has access to inside industry trends, textile and color forecasting for future seasons, 2-3 years out. Here is your opportunity to learn more about a design career, as well as a sneak peek into the colors trend for Spring/Summer 2014 as well as Fall/Winter 2014. Presented by the Institute of Design & Technology of SD

12:30 - 1pm Weight Loss and Your Health Confused about all the weight loss options that are out there?

Learn the medical implications of different weight loss programs, and how to make healthy changes that will last a lifetime, with Dr. Janell Powell of Avera Medical Group Internal Medicine Women’s.

1-1:30pm All About Honey Honey is a delicious, rich product of honey bees. Although available throughout the year, it’s freshest (and tastiest) in the summer and fall when it’s just been harvested. Honey is commonly known as a natural alternative to sugar in food and beverages. Come find

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out what other products honey is used in along with the health benefits, history, processing, storage, selection, and cooking with. At the end, you will get to try a variety of honey products – including buckwheat honey. We look forward to hearing what your taste buds and skin have to say! Presented by Quail Honey.

1:30 - 2pm Intro to Origami Ever want to try Origami? The ancient art of paper folding that only uses a small number of different folds, that can be combined in a variety of ways to make intricate designs. Give it a whirl at this hands-on demonstration by Origami artist Reina Okawa

2- 2:30pm Home Improvements Can Really Pay Off Whether buying, selling or renovating, there are home improvement projects that can really pay off and some you might want to avoid.

Learn what some of the best (and worst) home improvement projects are and walk away with great tips you can use right away.

To help you get started, a drawing will be held for those who attend the seminar. Presented by Home Federal Bank

2:30 - 3pm What is Extra Virgin Olive Oil? What is Balsamic Vinegar?

If you’ve wondered about the difference between supermarket olive oil and the type of oil enjoyed by people in Europe, you’ll enjoy this session. We’ll be covering a little about the history, production, definition and uses for Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) and Balsamic Vinegars. We’ll also be sampling some of the world’s most prized oils and some of Modena, Italy’s most delicious balsamic vinegars. Learn how to incorporate the wonderful taste and healthfulness of the Mediterranean Diet into your everyday meals. Presented by Olive Destination.

3pm - 3:30pm Building on Brown: Keeping Your Classics Fresh with Color Come experience the versatility of brown as our design experts show you how to layer color, texture and accessories onto your beautiful brown furniture to keep your classic pieces feeling fresh.

You’ll learn how to brighten your browns and turn a room into WOW! Presented by The Furniture Mart.

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Heartland Country Corn Maze Open Through October 20, 2013 27455 SD Hwy 11, Harrisburg, SD Great fun for families or group activities. Come out and enjoy the tall and natural corn while you walk through paths of this 11 acre maze in a new design for 2013. Fridays 5pm - 9pm, Saturdays noon - 9pm, and Sundays noon - 5pm.

Hours are all weather permitting. INFO (605) 743-5984.

Chanticleer Wednesday, October 2 • 7:30pm • 521 N. Duluth Ave. Cathedral of Saint Joseph The Sacred Arts Series is proud to present Chanticleer at the Cathedral of Saint Joseph, in the ensemble’s South Dakota debut. Called “the world’s reigning male chorus” by The New Yorker magazine. Tickets $15. INFO (605) 336-7390.

Eastbank Saturday Market 8th & Railroad Center Held every Saturday, 8-1, through October. Seasonal produce, baked goods, wood-fired pizza, meat, eggs, jams & jellies, handcrafted kids’ clothing, rugs & birdhouses, Pampered Chef. INFO (605) 651-3624.

Playing Doctor October 3-6 ; October 10 - 13 • 121 S. Main Street, Worthing, SD Rob Brewster’s parents are very, very proud of their son, the doctor. What they don’t know is that Rob has used all the money they gave him for medical school to live on as he as has pursued his fledgling writing career. Inevitably, Rob’s day of reckoning comes when his parents arrive for a visit. Presented by the Olde Towne Dinner Theatre. INFO (605) 372-4653.

Get Your Dance On! Tuesday Nights • 7:30 - 9pm VFW • 3601 S. Minnesota Ave. Dakota Country Dance Club is a non-profit organization whose mission is to organize and promote country dancing. Come learn line dancing with us! $6 per night. No pre-registration required. INFO DakotaCountryDanceClub.org

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) Event October 3 • 7:30-10:00 a.m. • Sanford Research Center Admission: $25. For more information, please call Julie Briggs, Business Resource Network, 605-367-5260.

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First Friday Friday, October 4 • Downtown Sioux Falls A special day of shopping, art and entertainment downtown! Enjoy a day and evening of culture and activity. Visit a variety of retailers, artist venues and fabulous restaurants, plus music and drinks at all your favorite hot spots!

Many stores stay open late until 8pm. INFO (605) 338-4009.

Art & Wine Walk featuring artists Mary Groth and Michael Hill October 4 • 5-9 pm Rehfeld’s Art and Framing • 210 S. Phillips Ave. Mary Groth is one of the most accomplished artists in our state. She works in primarily oil and pastel and her images are drawn from the land of the plains and the prairie, the people, and the relationship between them. Michael hill is a professor at the University of South Dakota and creates unique stoneware and raku pottery. INFO 605-336-9737.

First Friday Art & Wine Walk Friday, October 4 • 5pm - 9pm Downtown Sioux Falls Walk both sides of the river where you’ll find a wide variety of artists to greet you and wine samples to warm you at several locations downtown. Viewing the art and meeting artists is free, and check dtsf.com for information on how to enjoy sampling wine at each location. INFO (605) 338-4009.

Sioux Falls STAMPEDE Hockey Friday, October 4 vs. Omaha Lancers • 7:05pm • Sioux Falls Arena Come and celebrate our 15th Anniversary season with the Sioux Falls Stampede. Last year was a great year, this one will be better! Go HERD! INFO (605) 336-6060.

Benson’s Flea Market October 5 & 6 • W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds Benson’s Flea Market features everything you can imagine, big and little,

old and new, heavy and light! This is the longest running flea market in South Dakota. Benson’s Flea Market is a nostalgic experience sure to bring back memories from childhood, stimulate excitement and provide hours of shopping entertainment. INFO (605) 332-6000.

Bull Riding Classic October 5 & 6 • W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds Two fun nights of bull riding! Advance ticket sales at Haegles Western Wear. $3 off coupon at Taco Johns for Friday adult ticket purchase. INFO (605) 3677178.

Cinema Falls Premiere - Dust of War Saturday, October 5 • 7pm • West Mall 7 Theatres • 2101 W. 41st St. RED CARPET Cinema Falls Premiere - Premium ticket! Must have Red Carpet Pass to Attend Film and After Party. Filmed in South Dakota, Dust of War is a first time feature directed by Andrew Kightlinger (Augustana graduate) with producing partners Luke Schuetzle and Adam Emerson. INFO www. cinemafalls.com S.D. Baseball Academy Youth Clinic Saturday, October 5 • 1pm - 4pm Pasley Park Baseball Complex • 2521 S. Southeastern Ave. Improve your baseball skills by learning from the best. This clinic will be taught by the S.D. Baseball Academy, which is led by major league experience as well as past Sioux Falls Canaries players. Hit it with your best shot as we cover hitting, fielding, and pitching. Bring your baseball glove and bat if you have them. For ages 10-13. INFO (605) 367-8222.

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Swing Dance at the Old Courthouse Museum Sunday, October 6 • 1-4pm Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Learn to swing dance at the Old Courthouse Museum! Beginning swing dance lessons from 1-1:30 p.m. with open dancing from 1:30-4 p.m.

Beginners are especially welcome, all ages, no partner required. Free admission. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com

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Sioux Falls Woofstock Sunday, October 6 •1pm - 4pm • Spencer Dog Park • 3501 S. Cliff Ave. Fall-themed events will take place, including a dog costume contest.

Plus, there will be vendor booths, live DJ music, contests for animals, and an agility course to test your dog’s athletic abilities. Event is free.

Registration will begin at 12:45 p.m., with a limit of two judged contests per dog, plus the agility course. INFO (605) 367-8222.

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Kulinary Kids: Kids Cooking Class October 7 • 8:30am-12pm Sanford, Center for Health and Well-being • 1305 W 18th St. Hands-on cooking class for kids ages 7-13. Learn how to make healthy meals and snacks, including pizza and pasta. Cost is $20. INFO 605312-2150.

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Haunted Sioux Falls Tour Tuesday, October 8 • 6:30 p.m.

Departs from the Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Climb aboard for stories of ghosts, mysterious lights and footprints, elevators that run by themselves and other unexplained phenomenon on the Haunted Sioux Falls Tour. Advanced tickets are on sale now at the Old Courthouse Museum for $10. Tours sell out quickly so it is advisable to purchase tickets early. Enjoy Sioux Falls’ haunted past…believe it or not! INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com After Baby: Post-Pregnancy Cooking Class October 9 • 9am - 11am Sanford, Center for Health and Well-being • 1305 W 18th St. Those who need the glucose tolerance test should come at 8:30am. Will focus on healthy, quick snacks and meals, emotional health, nutrition for breastfeeding and formula feeding moms, getting your body back.

Those who had gestational diabetes can have their glucose tolerance test done during this class. Babies are welcome! Cost is $15. INFO 605312-2150.

TMS Therapy “ To Be Well” October 10 • 5:30 - 6:30pm • Living Well Center A new treatment for depression: TMS Therapy. It is estimated 1 in 10 adults is affected by depression and those who are being treated don’t always get results through medication or traditional therapies.

Join Dr. Matthew Stanley of Avera Medical Group University Psychiatry Associates for a FREE seminar on TMS Therapy- a new, safe, non-surgical treatment for depression.

Researching Your Historic House Thursday, October 10 • 6pm • Old Courthouse Museum Would you like to learn more about your historic house? If so, we can help you find the resources to learn more about the things you’ve always wondered: when it was built, who owned it in the past, and if any changes have been made. Call to register in advance. Free Admission.

INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com The Ballroom Dance Club October 11 • 8pm - 11:30pm • El Riad Shrine, 14th and Phillips

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Ballroom dancing to the music of the Mearl Lake Orchestra. Guests welcome with tickets at the door for $12 each. Dressy/business casual attire requested. INFO 605-528-5653.

Harvest Festival Saturday, October 12 •11am - 5pm • Strawbale Winery, Renner, SD Art, wine, food, wine, games, wine, and more! Discounts on wine and great food vendors. Relax, sit back and listen to live music. All outdoors in beautiful South Dakota. INFO 605) 543-5071.

Fall Shopping Fair Saturday, October 12 • 10am - 3pm Our Saviors Lutheran Church • 909 W. 33rd Street The Fall Shopping Fair is a major fundraiser for the Sioux Valley Optimist Club. The Optimist Club is a “Friend of Youth” that raises funds for youth programs in our community. INFO (605) 359-6544.

Nuts about Nature Saturday, October 12 • 11am - noon Kuehn Park Shelter • 2801 S. Valley View Rd. What better time to be outside than during a calm fall day? Come to Kuehn Park and enjoy all that nature has to offer. Make a nature craft to take home, listen to a nature story, and go for a walk while learning about the nature that is all around us. Ages 4 - 5 years. Registration deadline is October 5. Hosted by Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation. INFO (605) 367-8222.

Paint the Mall Pink Saturday, October 12 • 10am - 2pm • Macy’s court in The Empire Mall Paint the Mall Pink is a breast cancer awareness event sponsored by Avera Breast Health with a variety of vendors which some include: Globe University, Thirty-One, Harold’s Photo Experts, Mary Kay and much more! A breast cancer survivor fashion show, Uncorked Creativity and Augustana Cheer & Dance will be entertainment throughout the day.

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Sena Ehrhardt October 12 • 8pm • Orpheum Theater First in the Sioux Falls Jazz and Blues 2013-2014 Concert Series - “Let the Good Times Roll” is blues vocalist Sena Ehrhardt. She is one of the freshest and most dynamic young voices on the blues scene today. In 2012, she was featured on the main stage at JazzFest and fans have been asking her to return ever since. Tickets can be purchased online at www. sfjb.org or by phone at 605-367-6000.

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Warm Up Sioux Falls Sunday, October 13 • 1pm - 4pm Athena Fibers • 3915 S. Hawthorne Ave. Warm Up Sioux Falls is a part of a national effort to create warm afghans for families in need. Volunteers use leftover yarn to knit or crochet 7” by 9” sections that are joined together into afghans to donate to Sioux Falls organizations that help families. INFO, find Warm Up Sioux Falls on Facebook, or see www.craftyarncouncil.com/warmup.html.

Kulinary Kids: Kids Cooking Class October 14 • 8:30am-12pm Sanford, Center for Health and Well-being • 1305 W. 18th St. Hands-on cooking class for kids ages 7-13. Learn how to make healthy meals and snacks, including pizza and pasta. Cost is $20. INFO 605312-2150.

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Rosemaling Demonstration at the Old Courthouse Museum Tuesday, October 15 • 1-4pm Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Eileen Halverson will be demonstrating the Norwegian folk art of Rosemaling (decorative painting) in the second floor hallway of the Old Courthouse Museum from 1-4 p.m. Stop in any time for a demonstration or to ask questions! INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com Haunted Sioux Falls Tour Tuesday, October 15 • 6:30 p.m.

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Kid’s Activity Day at the Old Courthouse Museum Thursday, October 17 • 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m.

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Woodlawn Cemetery Learn some of the famous and infamous tales as told by some of the most interesting characters of Sioux Falls past on a new lantern light Ghosts and Graves Tour of Woodlawn Cemetery. Tours begin every 20 minutes beginning at 6:30 p.m. each night, advanced tickets are on sale now at the Old Courthouse Museum for $10.

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Halloween Hike Saturday, October 19 • 4pm - 6pm • Great Bear Recreation Park SFPR is putting a healthy spin on family fun this season. Join us for a spooky hike through the densely wooded trails of Great Bear. Be on the lookout for ghosts and goblins. We will also have games and inflatables for the kids. Free.

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Haunted Sioux Falls Tour October 20 • 6:30 p.m.

Departs from the Old Courthouse Museum 200 West Sixth Street Climb aboard for stories of ghosts, mysterious lights and footprints, elevators that run by themselves and other unexplained phenomenon on the Haunted Sioux Falls Tour. Advanced tickets are on sale now at the Old Courthouse Museum for $10. Tours sell out quickly so it is advisable to purchase tickets early. Enjoy Sioux Falls haunted past…believe it or not! INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com Starlab Inflatable Planetarium at the Old Courthouse Museum Sunday, October 20 • 1pm, 2pm, 3pm Old Courthouse Museum 200 West Sixth Street Discover the night sky, explore the constellations! Starlab is a program for adults and children over the age of 5. Not recommended for those not comfortable in the dark. Tickets only $2, program begins promptly on the hour with no late entry. Groups of 8 or more, please call ahead. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com Swing Dance at the Old Courthouse Museum Sunday, October 20 • 1-4pm Old Courthouse Museum 200 West Sixth Street Learn to swing dance at the Old Courthouse Museum! Beginning swing dance lessons from 1-1:30 p.m. with open dancing from 1:30-4 p.m.

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Haunted Sioux Falls Tour Tuesday, October 22 • 6:30 p.m.

Departs from the Old Courthouse Museum 200 West Sixth Street Climb aboard for stories of ghosts, mysterious lights and footprints, elevators that run by themselves and other unexplained phenomenon on the Haunted Sioux Falls Tour. Advanced tickets are on sale now at the Old Courthouse Museum for $10. Tours sell out quickly so it is advisable to purchase tickets early. Enjoy Sioux Falls’ haunted past…believe it or not! INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com Eye Care… For Kids!

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Avera Living Well Center 2400 S. Minnesota Ave. A child’s eyesight isn’t fully developed until age 8, providing a unique opportunity to reverse certain conditions before they become permanent. Join Joseph Martin, CO, COMT, the only certified orthoptist in South Dakota, in a discussion about eye care and common eye issues in children. Bring your kids! Register online for this FREE event at SeeAvera. org or call 1-877-AT-AVERA (1-877-282-8372).

Cooking with Spices and Layering Flavors October 22 • 6pm Sanford, Center for Health and Well-being • 1305 W 18th St. This hands-on class will focus on how to build flavors without relying on salt. We will learn how to use a variety of spices and herbs. The class is great for people who follow a low-sodium diet, but it’s also a wonderful class for anyone who wants to learn how to make their food taste delicious! Cost is $10. INFO 605-312-2150.

Rosemaling Class at the Old Courthouse Museum Thursday, October 24 Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Eileen Halverson will teach the Norwegian folk art of Rosemaling (decorative painting) in the Old Courthouse Museum. Participants will work on a project during the program. Space is limited, the class costs $15 not including brushes. Call (605) 367-4210 ext. 0 to register. INFO www.siouxlandmuseums.com

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Ceili Dance Program Thursday, October 24 • 6:30 p.m.

Old Courthouse Museum 200 West Sixth Street Ceili (pronounced KAY-lee) is an Irish social dance. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced dancer, Ceili dancing is a fun and energetic way to spend an evening. Get ready to dance at the Old Courthouse Museum! Free Admission. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www. siouxlandmuseums.com Annual Dog Show and Obedience Trial October 25 - 27 • W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds This is an AKC dog show that draws dogs from all over the US and Canada. Many of the top dogs and handlers attend this show. INFO (605) 527-2650.

Rake the Town 2013 October 25 & 26 Center for Active Generations • 2300 W. 46th St. Rake the Town is the annual rake-a-thon coordinated by the Workers on Wheels program at Active Generations in Sioux Falls. At least 1000 volunteers will be needed for this important community wide event.

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Sioux Falls STAMPEDE Hockey Friday, October 25 vs. Waterloo Black Hawks • 7pm Sioux Falls Arena Come and celebrate our 15th Anniversary season with the Sioux Falls Stampede. Last year was a great year, this one will be better! Go HERD! INFO (605) 336-6060.

6th annual Women’s Retreat October 25 • 7-9 pm; October 26 • 10am - 2:30 pm Sunnycrest UMC • 4801 W 41st St. Experience Proverbs 31 speaker Micca Campbell as she shares her humor, her stories and communicates God’s truths in relation to our fears, contentment with life and learning to be ourselves. Let her passion change your life. $20.00. Registration deadline Oct 20. Contact office@sunnycrest.org or 361-0899 to register.

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Sioux Falls STAMPEDE Hockey Saturday, October 26 vs. Fargo Force • 7pm • Sioux Falls Arena Come and celebrate our 15th Anniversary season with the Sioux Falls Stampede. Last year was a great year, this one will be better! Go HERD! INFO (605) 336-6060.

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homemade Christmas and fall décor, crochet & knit hats, scarves and mittens, jewelry and more! Proceeds of booth rentals, bake sale and kitchen will go to support the Power House Tutoring Center at Wesley United Methodist.

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Zoo Boo Saturday, October 26 • 3:30 - 7pm Great Plains Zoo • 805 S. Kiwanis Ave. Every year, the Great Plains Zoo thrills children and adults alike with our Halloween extravaganza! ZooBoo promises to be a spooktacular evening, with more treats, more fun, and more surprises than ever! INFO (605) 3677003.

Haunted Sioux Falls Tour Sunday, October 27 • 6:30 p.m.

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Haunted Sioux Falls Tour Tuesday, October 29 • 6:30 p.m.

Departs from the Old Courthouse Museum 200 West Sixth Street Climb aboard for stories of ghosts, mysterious lights and footprints, elevators that run by themselves and other unexplained phenomenon on the Haunted Sioux Falls Tour. Advanced tickets are on sale now at the Old Courthouse Museum for $10. Tours sell out quickly so it is advisable to purchase tickets early. Enjoy Sioux Falls haunted past…believe it or not! INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com Halloween Monster Mash Wednesday, October 30 • 6pm Thursday, October 31 • 10:30am Morningside Community Center • 2400 S. Bahnson Ave. Bring out your little ghosts and goblins for a howling good time. We will make monster treats and crafts, dance around, and wind down with a Halloween story. $5 admission. Ages 2 - 5. Hosted by Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation.

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Kidgits Mall-o-ween Thurs. October 31 • 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm • Empire Mall Mall-O-Ween will include Halloween crafts and activities along with trick or treating throughout the mall! INFO 605-361-3301.

Old Courthouse Museum Halloween Party Thursday, October 31 • 3:30-6:30 p.m.

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Throughout the house are features that are part of Bok-Nel’s design signature, such as tray ceilings, reverse tray ceilings, cut-outs and detailed framework around windows and doors.

“Every room has some unique feature like that,” says Piper

Keinroth. “It’s that design and quality work that really drew us to this house.”

Sharing the five bedroom, three bath space are Piper, husband Dave, their son Hutton, two dogs, a rabbit, a guinea pig and a lizard.

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room, which is a spacious area with a pantry, storage closet, and a fold-down ironing board tucked away in a cupboard.

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“My mom really started that,” Piper explains. “I don’t know how. But, I just started getting all of these roosters.”

Piper credits her mom, Sandy Farner, with much of the

decorating inspiration throughout the home, along with interior designer Christen Cunningham.

Just off the kitchen and dining area, through a set of sliding doors, is an all-season porch. Well, mostly all-season.

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Piper says that at first it was a patio area, but they didn’t want to always worry about storing the wicker furniture in the winter or having to bring in the plump red cushions every time it looked like rain.

“We use this all year, except for when it’s really, really cold or really, really hot.”

Piper says that at first it was a patio area, but they didn’t want to always worry about storing the wicker furniture in the winter or having to bring in the plump red cushions every time it looked like rain. So, they enclosed the space but inserted windows on all sides to let in the natural light.

The spacious living room, decorated in a mix of leather, fabric and wicker furniture, has architectural built-in arches, columns and a tiered ceiling with crown molding.

Although the round columns extending from the partial wall

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dividing the kitchen and living room were originally white, the Keinroths decided to have decorative wood boxes made to cover the original columns.

“Everything else in the room has warmer colors,” says Piper, “so we thought having the wood columns fit with the look of the room.”

Moving from the living room down the hallway, you notice the cut out space over the entryway closet and the arched window over the front door, which Piper says is especially nice during the winter to let in a little extra natural light.

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Keinroths converted to an office. By taking out the closet doors, they were able to build in a desk with overhead storage into that space. This can also be a spot to relax, with a television concealed inside a large cabinet that also has shelves for books and collectibles. A floor lamp made of gathered bundle of reeds fans out at the top and conceals the light inside that provides a

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Next door is 10-year-old Hutton’s room, and it doesn’t take long to realize that he is a fan of airplanes. Right inside the door is a piece of his kindergarten artwork – a big, friendly puppy – with an airplane up in the corner.

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“Almost everything he has ever drawn, no matter the assignment, has had an airplane in it,” says Piper. assignment, has had an airplane in it,” says Piper.

An open cut out space above the closet was a perfect place to hang vintage airplanes from ceiling hooks.

Hanging on one wall is a framed poster with the boy’s smiling face proclaiming “Hutton for Sheriff.”

Piper says there is a story behind that print. When they were living in Minnesota, there was an individual with the last name of Hutton who was running for local sheriff. Piper took one of the red, white and blue signs, cut out a spot for their son’s picture and then inserted the sign into a bright red frame.

Below that print sits a family of tigers, in honor of the Harrisburg school system mascot.

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Across the hall, the master suite provides a nice getaway space for Dave and Piper, with its large walk-in closet and a tray ceiling with rounded edges with recessed lights. Bok-Nel used a variety of texturing techniques on the ceiling which add visual interest. The master bath features a granite-topped double vanity, large walk-in shower and additional storage.

The lower level is ready for family – or neighborhood – fun with a walk up wet bar and bistro table and chairs. It’s ready for all ages, though, with stacked glass candy jars and a vase filled with Tootsie Pops.

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The collection of couches and loveseats is perfectly placed to enjoy a fire or to watch a game on the large-screen television.

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family room and the two bedrooms and bathroom.

One room is the guest bedroom and is decked with checks. A variety of plaids and gingham checks in black and white, along with a white wood wardrobe, provide a cozy, farmhouse feel to

the room.

The highlight of the lower level, if you ask Hutton, is the Kid Cave. Wooden cutout letters on a shelf even spell that out.

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Hutton to hang out with friends. With his love of airplanes, the room has actually been dubbed “Hutton’s Hangar” and features a black shelving unit with boxes deep enough to hold his model airplanes. Military-style lettering covers the fabric of the large ottoman, propeller blades hang on the wall, and the black valance on the window is complete with metal studs.

While the lower level is great for fun times when it is cold outside, the other seasons find the family and their friends out in the garage.

“It’s my husband’s Taj Mahal,” says Piper.

The room is dual-purpose, with a storage area created using the closet doors the Keinroths took out of the upstairs office. All

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of the tools and gadgets are tucked away neatly, leaving more room for the big refrigerator, small counter and sink, bistro table and chairs – and a television, of course.

One wall of the garage is covered with framed, poster-sized collages of family photos. Creating a new one each year is one of Piper’s projects. Other signs and banners proclaim the space as a Man Cave and as a place where Iowa Hawkeye fans are welcome.

It’s also home to their lizard, who lives near the vintage Ms. Pac-Man machine.

While there are separate areas for the Man Cave and a Kid Cave, it’s obvious that the Keinroths have created a home that is the perfect Family Cave.

Savor the Season

by Jo McClure

Chocolate Pumpkin Bread

Apple Nut Bread

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1/2 cup butter, softened 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided 2 eggs 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons buttermilk 1 cup grated peeled apple 1 cup chopped nuts 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 cups sugar 1/4 cups cooking oil eggs 29 ounce can solid pack pumpkin squares unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled 2 teaspoons vanilla 3 3/4 cups flour 1 tsp salt 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1 1/4 tsp baking soda 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp cloves 1/2 tsp nutmeg 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips Combine the sugar and oil in a large bowl. Add the eggs and mix well. Stir in the pumpkin, melted chocolate and vanilla and mix well again. Combine all dry ingredients and stir into the pumpkin mixture until just blended. Stir in the chocolate chips. Pour into three greased 9x5 inch loaf pans.

Bake at 350Ë&#x161; for 55-65 minutes or until the bread passes the toothpick test. Cool for 10-15 and remove from pans to a cooling rack.

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In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla and mix well. Combine flour, baking soda and salt and add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, mixing well after each addition. Fold in apples and nuts. Pour into a 9x5 grease loaf pan.

Combine the remaining sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle over the batter. Bake at 350Ë&#x161; for 60-65 or until the bread passes the toothpick test. Cool for 10-15 minutes and then remove from pan and place on cooling rack.

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n old friend called me the other day and we started reminiscing about some of the old bars and restaurants we used to frequent. Places like Opieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and After Five, the

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Northlander and First Edition. All of those old places have faded into memory, but in their place many new (and dare I say better) choices have come along. That got me thinking about how the

Sioux Falls food scene has changed and grown over the last 25 years. Most of the time that growth and change has been good, although there have certainly been some dark moments too. So what are the best things I’ve seen happen to food in Sioux Falls?

I’m glad you asked. Here are my Top 5: 5: More Ethnic Food When I’m talking about ethnic, I don’t mean Taco John’s (even though they are a local favorite). Now, when I want great Mexican, I can choose any one of a dozen or so places. Most are run by families using recipes passed down for generations. I’m partial to Jackie’s, but you can’t go wrong with Nikki’s, Puerto Vallarta, on an old standby like Incas. And it seems like new shops open all the time.

It’s not just Mexican; do you want Vietnamese, Ethiopian, Mediterranean or Afghani? A few years ago you might have been out of luck, but today we’ve got great options right here on the prairie. We could use a good dim sum place, and I miss the pierogi from the old Polish Plate, but I’m not complaining; the new choices are outstanding.

If there is down side, the proliferation of Chinese buffets has gotten a little out of hand. It seems each iteration is larger than the last, and bigger does not mean better. A friend described the newest buffet as “a seemingly endless variety of despair.” I’ve decided not to see it for myself.

4: More Farmers Markets The Falls Park Farmers Market has been selling fresh produce downtown for more than a hundred years, and the market at the Western Mall has been around for quite a while, but they are no longer alone. Now any Saturday morning in the summer, you can find two downtown, plus one at Borrowed Bucks and one way down south at Callaway’s. On Wednesdays, the market at Callaway’s opens up again, as well as one at Yankton Trail Park.

If you’re willing to head a few miles east, I hear Luverne has a nice little market too. So many great options!

3: Dinner and Movie Together The idea of dinner and a show must go back as long as people have been dating, but until last year in Sioux Falls, dinner and a movie meant two separate stops. Then Cinema Falls started showing independent films that rarely, if ever, come to Sioux Falls.

The venue? Icon Lounge. Now you can spend a Sunday evening watching a great movie that you otherwise probably wouldn’t see and you can order a bottle wine, some food and make the whole dinner and movie thing happen right in one cozy spot. These have quickly become evenings my beloved and I look forward to. Dinner and a movie, a perfect date night, even after all these years.

2. More Fine Dining Choices Twenty-five years ago, your choices for a nice dinner out were

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limited to Minerva’s or the Northlander. Then the Northlander went away, and Theo’s came in. But the list was still very short.

Now in addition to the venerable Minerva’s, we’ve got Parker’s and K, or Wilde Sage, Bros, or Crawford’s. And that’s just downtown.

Head south and you can add Bracco and Tré, expand your search towards the mall and the list grows pretty fast with Carino’s, Spezia, Carnaval and Foley’s. So many choices, so little time!

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1: World Class Desserts Not that there’s anything wrong with an Avalanche from the B&G Milky Way, but over the last few years, the dessert options in Sioux Falls have exploded. So many of the restaurants in town are making great desserts that I can’t even begin to mention them all. But my beloved and I believe that dessert is best enjoyed at home in your jammies. For years we’ve been taking home a slice of cheesecake or tiramisu. It’s not uncommon to find us returning dessert-sized ramekins to Tina Kuehn at K, as she’s come to trust us enough to let us take home the dishes filled with bread puddings or pots de crème. But the to-go dessert idea has really taken off.

I think it started with the now departed Whoopie Pie shop, then progressed to Queen City Bakery and Oh My Cupcakes. Now we’ve been blessed with CH Patisserie. Before Chef Chris Hanmer came to Sioux Falls, he won season two of Bravo’s Top Chef Just Desserts. Now he sells his goodies at his shop on Phillips Avenue.

If the current world-class dessert options in town don’t satisfy your sweet tooth, nothing will.

Why stop at five? Well, I could go on and talk about the shortlived food truck craze, or the appearance of more sophisticated menu items like pork bellies and rabbit terrines. Or the commitment of area chefs to find local sources or the fact that we have great shopping choices from meat markets to Pomegranate. But in the end, a guy has to live within limits, so I set mine at five. Besides, that leaves room for more additions in the future.

Do yourself a favor, eat something good today.

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When he’s not following food trends or creating his own, Jim runs ADwërks, and ad agency in downtown Sioux Falls.

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t was a cool September evening, the skies were ominous and the clouds were spitting droplets of rain all day. I was driving home on the highway with Jaxon, my nine-year-old, and our two neighbors Sam and Ben. It was Ben’s 8th birthday, and we had just had a fun soccer practice in the midst of the sporadic, but gentle rain. On the way home, on I-229, a sudden aroma appeared. It was the kind of smell that makes you wonder if it’s coming from your car or from someone else’s around you, but then out of nowhere, a warning came from a little Honda that sped up beside me, window rolled down, waving frantically at me. He yelled, “Flat tire!” as he pointed down at my rear tire. I waved back to him as I pulled over on the shoulder, and then that mysterious aroma that had crept into my car became painstakingly clear: burnt rubber. Jaxon plugged his nose and

asked, “What’s that smell?” I calmly thought to myself, “That’s the smell of bad wine.”

Yes, even during times of crisis (big or small) I’m thinking about wine. It was just something about that burnt smell that conjured up memories from five years ago when I was a part of an intense wine training, and we had to detect faults in wine. Burnt rubber is almost intoxicating, but a sure sign that the wine you have in front of you is bad. It is not a flaw in the wine, rather it is a fault.

In wine tasting, there is a distinction made between what is considered a flaw and a fault. Wine flaws are minor attributes that depart from what are perceived as normal wine characteristics. These include excessive sulfur dioxide, volatile acidity, Brettanomyces or “Brett aromas” and diacetyl or buttery aromas. The amount to which these aromas or attributes become

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excessive is dependent on the particular tastes and recognition threshold of the wine taster. Generally, a wine exhibiting these qualities is still considered drinkable by most people. However, some flaws such as volatile acidity and Brettanomyces can be considered a fault when they are in such an excess that they overwhelm other components of the wine. Wine faults are generally major attributes that make a wine undrinkable to most wine tasters. Examples of wine faults include acetaldehyde (except when purposely induced in wines like Sherry), ethyl acetate and cork taint.

The vast majority of wine faults are detected by the nose and the distinctive aromas that they give off. However, the presence of some wine faults can be detected by visual and taste perceptions.

For example, premature oxidation can be noticed by the yellowing and browning of the wine’s color. The sign of gas bubbles in wines that are not meant to be sparkling can be a sign of refermentation or malolactic fermentation happening in the bottle. Unusual breaks in the color of the wine could be a sign of excessive copper, iron, or proteins that were not removed during fining or filtering. A wine with an unusual color for its variety or wine region could be a sign of excessive or insufficient maceration or poor temperature

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controls during fermentation. Tactile clues of potential wine faults include the burning, acidic taste associated with volatile acidity that can make a wine seem out of balance.

The next time you smell burnt rubber (and you’re not doing 70 mph on the highway,) chances are good that the bottle you were about to enjoy came to an abrupt ending before it even began.

One of the first things you learn as a Sommelier is to detect flaws or faults in wine before you even begin the tasting process. And, if you’re like my wife, you start drinking a glass of Humanitas Pinot Noir right away when you find out your husband is changing a tire on the side of highway, in the rain, with three children sitting in the car. Life is short, Carpe Vino!

When Riccardo isn’t kicking tires off of his car on the highway, he is kicking a soccer ball with his three sons, Dante, Berent, and Jaxon (and the neighbor kids.) He is also the General Manager of Spezia restaurant. For all of your wine questions or comments, contact him at gm@speziasf.com.

And please join Riccardo’s wine tasting seminar at the expo for her Friday, October 18 at 7pm at the Sioux Falls Convention Center.

The table below will help you identify some of the most common faults found in wine.

Wine fault

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Characteristics

Acetaldehyde Smell of roasted nuts or dried out straw. Commonly associated with Sherries where these aromas are considered acceptable Amyl-acetate Smell of “fake” candy banana flavoring Brettanomyces Smell of barnyards and gamey horse aromas Cork taint Smell of a damp basement, wet cardboard, or newspapers and mushrooms Diacetyl

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Smell of rancid butter

Ethyl acetate Smell of vinegar, paint thinner and nail polish remover Hydrogen sulfide Smell of rotten eggs or garlic that has gone bad Iodine

Smell of moldy grapes

Lactic acid bacteria

Smell of sauerkraut

Mercaptans Smell of burnt rubber and/or cooked cabbage Oxidation Smell of cooked fruit and walnuts.

Also detectable visually by premature browning or yellowing of the wine Sorbic acid plus lactic acid bacteria Smell of crushed geranium leaves Sulfur dioxide Smell of burnt matches. Can also come across as a pricking sensation in the nose.

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Think Pink!

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South Dakota Made Products

Come and visit us at the Expo and receive a specials on gift certificates offered during the show for Holiday gift giving. Follow your passion and prepare for a career in design.

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Gift Cards and Great Value

Stop by the Crawford’s booth at the expo for her for cooking demonstrations, tasty sampling and $20 gift cards for just $10!

Crawford’s. 214 S. Phillips Ave. (605) 332-5333 or crawfordssf.com.

Riddle’s Amarra Diamond

A modernized remake of the romantic cushion cut, preserving an antique shape while incorporating modern cutting knowledge to create a beautiful soft glowing diamond. See the collection at Riddle’s Jewelry, corner of 41st and Louise. 605-361-0911.

Child’s Artwork Keepsake

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Back to school can be a time drain.

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Sports Eye Protection

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Facials of Hope Program

Starting in October, D’Fabiola will donate 100 percent of every facial performed the first Monday of the Month to the Edith Sanford Breast Cancer Foundation. Every dollar raised will be invested directly in cutting-edge genomic research. www.dfabiola.com. 3701 W. 49th Street, Suite 200C. (605) 521-8529.

Going Too Many Directions?

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School, work, activities and holiday traditions can take their toll. But you can make a path to stop the stress and start the productivity. Executive Coaching. Call 605310-3226 or email johnspeak@sio.midco. net for a complimentary consultation.

Creative Spirits is offering multiple painting sessions during the expo for her, October 18th and 19th at the Sioux Falls Conventions Center. Cost is only $20 to create your very own painting. Spaces will fill up quickly, so call 605-360-7342 or register online at www.creativespiritssf.com.

Ari Eyewear Trunk Show

Get an eyewear opinion from the people you know best. Invite friends and family to an Eye Savvy Party and enjoy fun and refreshments with the people you love. Call for details today! 605-2543097. www.arieyewear.com

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Get this Fall staple at j.ella and coquette couture. Clothing, shoes and more! Boots shown are 100% handmade leather. Get ready — it’s almost time for sweater and boot season. 57th & Western. (605) 595-3760.

Resort Collection

Come see the Brighton® Resort Collection bracelets for yourself. They are simply stunning. The Brighton® Fall collection has just arrived at You’ve Been Framed.

57th & Western. 361-9229.

Cool Choices for Confidence

20/20 Eye Candy has an exclusive collection of eyewear for adults and kids that help you express yourself in the workplace, school or just out and about. 20/20 Eye Candy.

4900 S. Minnesota Ave, Suite 105.

(605) 759-2389.

Monster Cookies Are Back!

This October we are dressing up our classic oatmeal chocolate chip cookies to celebrate Halloween.

Stop October 31 for a free cookie — no trick — just a free Halloween treat!

Available at both Breadsmith locations.

1813 S. Marion Rd., (605) 275-2338 and 609 W. 33rd St., (605) 338-1338.

Skin Brightening Complex

Lytera is a brightening product that addresses the appearance of skin discoloration, giving you brighter skin through patented, scientific innovation. $125 for 2 oz. at Vivaz Medical Spa. 57th & Western. (605) 328-9770.

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Choose from these fabulous headwraps, scarves and winter hats — just $15 each — at the Lillian’s Shoppe booth at the expo for her. October 18 & 19 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center.

Halloween Headquarters

Add some spookiness to your home with our unique Halloween décor.

Young & Richards is your Halloween home décor headquarters. Crows shown $22.99 each. 222 S. Phillips Ave. (605) 336-2815.

Treasure Keeper

This metal and wood rack is a wonderful way to display treasured photographs, greeting cards and postcards. Stands 29” tall. $105 at Twetten’s Interiors.

1714 S. Minnesota Ave. (605) 275-3456.

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Get your new laceback tanks and dance t-shirts while they last. New arrivals are moving quickly! Shown $27 - $32 at The Dance Line.

2115 S. Minnesota Ave. 335-8242.

This updated version of the Spiegelau Connoisseur Beer Glass Kit includes four (4) vital glasses for sampling and enjoying your favorite beers, ales, pilsners, lagers, and microbrews.

These drinking glasses follow Spiegelau’s careful specifications for bringing out the optimal aroma, body, bite, flavor, head, and nuance in each brew. $49.99 set at Good Spirits Fine Wine & Liquor. 41st & Minnesota.

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Color It Your Way

phil&teds™ smart stroller is the complete compact stroller that makes life with a child easy. Smart™ adapts to the four modes you need in a stroller from birth to 4 years – and is now even smarter with color it your way, a gorgeous range of pop color hoods, seats and liners to create ‘your’ look for your smart™. $279.99 at Kids Stuff Super Store. 3109 S. Carolyn Ave. (605) 361-8636.

Leave Your Prints With Us

Bring your kids to the expo for her & leave their prints with us. October 18 & 19 at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. FREE custom writing on pieces personalized at the expo for her in the Color Me Mine booth!

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Stock up during our Special Sale dates.

Tuesday and Thursday mornings in October from 9am - noon. All clothes, gifts, shoes and accessories 50% OFF! Pedicakes. 305 W. 39th St. (605) 332-2528.

Use this unique metal rooster simply as décor, a centerpiece or a serving piece. The possibilities are endless. Approximately 24” long. $125 at Josephine’s Floral Design. 401 E. 8th St. 338-9290.

Harvest Festival

Join Wilde Prairie Winery for their annual Harvest Festival October 19. Spend a relaxing day in the country. Wine sampling, vendors, live entertainment and more. Please see www.wildeprairiewinery.com

Dreamland

Woof ‘n Poof Halloween

The Cloud B Tranquil Turtle soothes your child with both visual and auditory features. It projects underwater images and plays calming ocean sounds for a peaceful sleeping environment. Your child will be off to dreamland in no time. Available at Kidtopia. 57th & Western. 334-4825.

Add a unique handmade Woof ‘N Poof creation to your Halloween decor each year! Choose from several (shown $31$66) at Forget Me Not Gift Boutique.

57th & Western. 335-9878.

Strap it Up and Ride On!

Who could resist the decadent texture composure of this fantastic tall boot?

Madeline Brandy Lynn Riding Boots is right on trend and perfect for those girls who have that wider calf. Maybe you’re a runner, maybe you just inherited your moms calves, whatever the reason there is no excuse for not having the most fabulous boots around! $79 at Tote-ally Gorgeous Boutique.

57th & Western. 274-3500.

Ghouls Wanna Have Fun!

Sleepover, Radioactive, a glow-in-the-dark, and Drama (a new improved shimmer orange) A great way to say Happy Halloween! Non-toxic, odorless and kid friendly. From $9 each bottle at Eddy Joy Baby Boutique. 57th & Western.

(605) 275-0014.

Aromas of Fall MoroccanOil Molding Cream

MoroccanOil Molding Cream adds texture and definition for long lasting flexible hold. For all hair types. Available at Rainn Salon and Spa. 57th & Western.

(605) 521-5099.

“Scent”sational Fragrances to fill your home with the aroma of Fall. Aromatique Pumpkin Spice and Cinnamon Cider are as beautiful to look at as they smell. Candles, wax melts and potpourri are now in at Fibber McGee’s, south of 69th & Cliff in the Schoeneman Center, Harrisburg.

(605) 213-3200.

We Appreciate You

Join us for our Patient Appreciation Days, October 16 and 17. Call us to schedule, so we can treat you special.

Upper Cervical of Sioux Falls. Dr. Casey Weerheim. 429 W. 69th St. 605-275-6900.

Battery Powered Branches

Battery-operated, each individual light branch has White LED lights to create an ambiance in any room. Great for holiday decorations, weddings, home decorating, year-round endless uses. Includes convenient timer for 6 hours on and 18 hours off. Country ‘N More. 6201 S. Old Village Place. 605-361-9797.

A Spa Experience to Remember

At the SPA at Grand Falls. Sensory rituals, aromatherapy, whirlpool, wet steam room, infrared sauna and vichy showers included will all spa services for the ultimate pampering. Holiday gift packages too. Grand Falls Casino Resort. 6 miles east of Sioux Falls. 712-777-7777. grandfallscasinoresort.com.

Pork Gift Certificates

The next time you need a gift, or simply want to say thank you, the South Dakota Pork Producers Council (SDPPC) can help. A gift made possible by America’s Pork Producers.

These gift checks look and redeem just like a check; use them anywhere pork is sold - a restaurant, supermarket or even your local butcher. Pork Gift Certificates, available only from SDPPC, can be purchased in any denomination. To place an order, call (800) 830-PORK, or email Stacey Sorlien at ssorlien@sdppc.org

Discover Driftwood

Stop by Today’s StarMark Custom Cabinetry to see a beautiful hutch in Driftwood with Ebony glaze. There are four colors in the Driftwood palette, see them all! 600 E. 48th Street North.

(605) 977-3660.

Style & Function

Serving All Ghouls

Add a touch of style and function with this foot-of-the-bed bench from Nowalk. It is completely customizable in your choice of leather and finish colors and slatted or solid shelf. Prices vary.

Montgomery’s Furniture. 1725 W. 41st St. 605-332-4400.

What better way to serve refreshments for Halloween or treats to the kiddies than with this mysterious ouija board tray.

Available at The Robin’s Nest.

108 W. Willow Street, Harrisburg, SD. (605) 767-0191. www. therobinsnestsd.com

Vibration and Detoxification

VibaCore machines encourage your body’s energy, health, detoxification and immunity through whole body vibration. Enjoy along with all the benefits of infrared saunas at Suite Sweat Sauna Studio. 4809 S. Louise Avenue, Beakon Centre. 605-.275-5565. www.suitesweat.com

Sojos Dog Treats

Baked to perfection in Minneapolis, these all-natural treats are wheat and corn-free.

Nothing artificial, no chemicals, and no sugar added - just wholesome ingredients you’d find in your own cupboard. 57th & Western. Shop Dog Boutique. shopdogboutique.com

Why Pick Just One

Store Essentials in Style

Make reservations for a Wine Dinner, Thursday, October 17th and taste sumptuous wine and food pairings from Carnaval Brazilian Grill. Must call for reservations. 605-3616328. 2401 S. Carolyn Avenue. carnavalbraziliangrill.com

Simply Natural balms for cuts, diapers, rashes and bruises fit nicely into your Rebekah Scott designed wristlet. Store the essentials from our talented local artisans and go. Find them all at Elegant Mommy. 207 West 37th St. (605) 338-0228. www.elegantmommy.com

Harvest Foods

At Wild Sage Grille. Featuring foods from the harvest.

A handmade summer squash gallete with goat cheese and tomatoes. Wild Sage Grille. 300 North Cherapa Place. (605) 274-1667. www.wildsagegrille.com

Stories of You Bracelet

Intriguing colors and fascinating flowers introduce you to an ever-changing world of beauty and stories. This limited time offer includes a sterling silver bracelet, a limited flower lock and a limited Stories of You faceted glass bead for $109.

Trollbeads. The Original since 1976.

Available at Holsen Hus. 225 S Phillips Ave. 331-4700.

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Our ladies will be on hand to answer any questions about BEEF! We will be providing BEEF samples and free items.

Be sure to stop by our booth at the expo for her. October 18 & 19, Sioux Falls Convention Center. Your Beef Checkoff Dollars and the Beef Industry Council

Think Pink Collection

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Join the fight against breast cancer with Harold’s Photo Centers & Avera Cancer Institute when you purchase any pink collection item.

Choose from bracelets, keychains, notepads, jersey scarves, bottle cap magnets, necklaces, bookmarks, house flags and more! Shop online at www.haroldsphoto.com or at any Harold’s Photo Location. Harold’s Photo. www.haroldsphoto.com

This rustic cabinet is handmade from multiple doors assembled into one beautifully distressed piece. Great for linens, cookbooks or a pop of color to your modern space. The Blessed Door.

Furniture Consignment with a Cause.

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Pamper Your Pup

Start ‘Em Early

Fashion boots for fashionistas of all ages have just arrived at Stride Rite. Lots of fun shoes and boots to choose from! Stride Rite. 2425 S. Shirley Ave. (605) 362-7728.

At The Doghouse, we take grooming & boarding seriously. Our allinclusive boarding rates include play time, yard time and all the comfortable amenities of the Dog House. Just 15 minutes south of Sioux Falls. 1016 S. Main, Lennox.

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Art and Function

Our selection of wall mount fireplaces adds a great look to your room with steady, comfortable heat. Plus we have everything else you need for your redesign at Ronning Selections Gallery.

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The Parade designer collection, has the perfect gift for the “one who has it all”! Featuring a playful mixture of natural fancy color and black diamonds in artful designs - this collection is truly breath taking! The Diamond Room. 3501 W. 57th Street. www.thediamondroom.com 605-362-0008.

Self-inking stamps make return addressing easy! Choose from a variety of personalized styles and designs at PaperWerks.

3810 S. Western Avenue, Sioux Falls. 605-332-2599.

Ready for Your Closeup?

More Than Just Blinds

Our name says Blinds, but we’ve got so much more: pillows and cushions of all sizes and styles, draperies and hardware and decorative roller shades. Complimentary consultations too. Budget Blinds. 605-332-7265. www.budgetblinds.com

Thousands have the gift but never discover it. Acting, runway, modeling and commercial training, including portfolio development. Classes begin October 1. Limited space so call today.

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Happy Food.

Happy People.

At Café Coteau, our food is both playful and delicious! Located inside the Children’s Museum of South Dakota, the café offers breakfast and lunch menus featuring gluten free items. Tues-Sat 8am-5pm; Sun 10am-5pm. No admission for cafe. 521 4th Street Brookings, SD. www.prairieplay.org

Walk In Wonder

If safety and convenience are the main factors in your bathroom remodel, then a Walk-In Tub is an unbeatable option. We can replace your current tub with one fully customized to your specific needs. Call for a free in-home consultation. Luxury Bath. 605-3625726. www.luxurybath.com

Wine Down

The 2013 Collector Edition Piece is a 20 bottle wine rack crafted of solid cherry or quartersawn oak and multiple beautiful inlays. Serving tray and storage compartment conceals Stickley branded cheeseboard. Only available in 2013. Artisan House Galleries, Historic DOWNTOWN Sioux Falls. 605-373-0700. www.artisanhousegalleries.com.

Gogo Boot

Inspired by the music that emerged from the east coast during the mid-60s, this vintage riding gogo boot from Bed Stu is as unique as the music from which it gets its name. $250. Simply Perfect. 401 E. 8th St. 605-338-3599. simplyperfectstore.com

Be Fit, Be Strong, Be Energized, Be Calm.

For only $7 you can try one of 37 fitness classes such as: Abs Hip Hop, Total Body Conditioning, Zumba, BootCamp, Aquaerobics, Yoga and more. Return and try a monthly membership for only $30 or a punch card. Whirlpool and swimming pool too. EmBe 300 W. 11th St. www.embe.org

Turn Up the Lights

Bring on the bling and discover the beauty. Uptown polish meets downtown dazzle in a spectrum of hues for eyes, lips and cheeks. City Lights from Bare Minerals will leave all in awe. Southeastern Hair Design and Day Spa. 1701 E. 69th St. 605-3325115. www.siouxfallshair.com.

Custom Boutique Christmas Cards

Your choice of beautiful linen or pearl finish with stunning images from your recent portrait session at Julie Prairie Photography. Starting at $75 for 24 cards. www.julieprairie. com or 605-359-6640.

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Up to $350 when you purchase a CAMBRIA kitchen. Offer expires December 31, 2013.

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Destination Taste and Health

Olive Destination features natural oils and balsamics for healthy and tasty cooking, as well as 100% virgin coconut oil for many health applications. Facial products too. Olive Destination. 57th and Louise, in the strip mall by Panera. 605-271-2200. www. olivedestination.com.

Fall in Love with Patterns (& our Accent Chairs!)

The leaves will be falling and our prices are tooâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;on affordable accent chairs for the home. This patterned perch will look great next to that sofa to prove that brown can go way beyond basic! Available at the Furniture Mart for just $299 (a savings of $140!). Get yours today. 2101 W. 41st St. (605) 336-1600.

Your Favorite Beach Pumpkin Bog Wine Returns!

Prairie Berry Winery of Hill City releases this semisweet South Dakota pumpkin and cranberry wine with limited edition label statewide, Oct. 1.

Find at Sioux Falls area retailers. www.prairieberry.com, 877-226-9453

Find your favorite beach in the Caribbean. All About Travel and Funjet Vacations can help. Give them a call and book your winter get-away now. All About Travel. 3801 S. Western Ave. (605) 339-8911.

Five Little Pumpkins

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Call or stop by our shop and check out our fresh flower arrangements too. Meredith & Bridgetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Flower Shop. 3422 S. Minnesota Ave. (605) 271-5500. www.mbpflowers.com

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dinburgh is the capital city of Scotland, and is regularly polled as one of the best places to live. It has won more than twelve United Kingdom best city awards, and attracts over one million overseas visitors each year. Originally formed on the ridge descending from the Castle Rock, Edinburgh is often said to be built surrounded by seven hills. Whether your idea of a great vacation is a day filled with tours of historic castles and homes, or a day of fabulous food and shopping, this modern city is full of adventure and entertainment. It is split between

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the medieval Old Town and the Georgian New Town, and boasts a variety of tourist attractions, pubs and bars, retailers, and restaurants.

One of the best ways to visit Edinburgh would most likely be an open-top bus tour. There are several companies to choose from that offer educational trips through the Old and the New towns of Edinburgh. You can decide to make stops along the way, or stay on the bus the entire route before starting your adventures on foot. The onboard guides will supply you with a

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The Queen’s official residence in Scotland, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, sits beneath an astounding backdrop of Arthur’s Seat and across from the Scottish Parliament building.

It is also home to hundreds of years of history, and is the former

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dare to climb Arthur’s Seat, an extinct volcano in Holyrood Park.

Last active over 300 million years ago, it is one of the best views over the city. For an easier walk, take the short hike up Calton Hill, which is just off Princes Street. At the top of Calton Hill

you will find Nelson’s Monument, in the impressive shape of a telescope, which makes the hike well worth it.

A visit to Edinburgh would not be complete without seeing one or more of its impressive museums and galleries. The

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Through a series of therapy procedures programmed by the doctor, patients improve their ability to function. In Vision Therapy, we do not “train the eyes or muscles” but rather re-educate the brain so that the eyes can work together as a team.

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Writer’s Museum is located on Lady Stair’s Close, just off the Royal Mile. It offers manuscripts, relics, and portraits celebrating Scotland’s great writers, including Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott, and Robert Louis Stevenson. The National Museum of Scotland is located on Chambers Street, and offers fascinating exhibitions. In fact, it was reopened in 2011 after a refurbishment, which has allowed it to now display over 20,000 exhibits within 36 galleries. 80% of objects are on display for the very first time. Learn about the history of the capital at the Museum of Edinburgh and see portraits of the country’s most iconic figures in the National Portrait Gallery, featuring famous Scots from the 16th century to the present day. The National

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Gallery of Scotland and the Royal Scottish Academy are also sights not to miss, with Galleries Restaurant offering amazing views out across East Princes Street Gardens. Another garden to see, the Royal Botanic Garden is a beautiful array of glass houses, colorful landscaping, and exhibitions to explore. Take a walk up the Royal Mile and see the amazing Camera Obscura and World of Illusions, which offers optical illusions as well as panoramic views of Edinburgh.

Harvey Nichols, on St. Andrews Square, is filled with designer names such as Gucci and Prada. Stockbridge in the New Town will provide you with plenty of second hand shopping and galleries. Princes Street is the perfect stop for some retail therapy. It offers the perfect blend of shopping and sightseeing,

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from high fashion to unique boutiques. Georges Street is just a block away from Princes Street and is a great place to enjoy shopping and some food and drink at a local pub. Scotland’s national drink is Whisky, and it is honored everywhere in Edinburgh. Spend a night in a pub with live music to round off your trip. The Scotch Whisky Experience allows visitors to sample a dram at the end of their tour, which includes a barrel ride that teaches you all about the whisky-making process, as well as a view of the largest collection of Scotch Whisky.

With Edinburgh being rated by international visitors as the second favorite United Kingdom city for tourism after London, it provides the ideal mix of culture, entertainment, shopping, and history. Why not visit and see for yourself?

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early seven months pregnant with her second child, Shelly Clayton was doubtful that the lump she felt in her breast could be cancerous. After all, she was only 28 years old.

Yet an ultrasound showed changes in a lump that had been checked before. Shelly had a lumpectomy, and the diagnosis came back as cancer. “I was shocked,” Shelly said. “I thought breast cancer was something that happened after 40.”

Shelly, who then lived in Tripp, S.D. and now in Tea, soon learned that she was not alone. In fact, 7 percent of all breast cancers happen to women under age 40. For Shelly, there was no family history to blame. “I was the first in my family to have breast cancer.”

At 28 weeks into a healthy pregnancy, Shelly faced some tough decisions, balancing the safety of her unborn baby with her need for cancer treatment. She opted for a mastectomy in the affected breast. The tumor, while a stage 1, was 8.6 cm in size. Three weeks after the birth of her baby girl, Kendall, Shelly began six rounds of chemotherapy as a preventative measure.

The tumor was HER2 positive, so she also took Herceptin to prevent a recurrence. Later, she had the other breast removed and underwent reconstructive surgery.

“It was an anxious time. Breast cancer was always on my mind. I just had to be patient and wait,” Shelly said. In fact, the waiting was the hardest. “I had heard the horror stories about chemo, but once I had the first one out of the way and knew what it was like, it eased my fears,” said Shelly, who is a pharmacist. Her daughter, Cameron, just 3 years old at the time, became like a little adult, telling others that she was going home to take care of her mommy. “After surgery, I couldn’t lift

her into her car seat, so she learned to climb up and get in it herself,” Shelly added. Shelly’s husband, Aaron, and family helped with the added duties of taking care of a newborn.

Cancer is a scary diagnosis for anyone, but especially for a young mom. “The farther out I got from the diagnosis, the less scared I was,” Shelly said. All her checkups since have been

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“Although breast cancer in young women is uncommon, it still happens – I’m living proof of that,” Shelly added. good, and she is only six months away from being a five-year survivor.

Shelly advises young women to know their bodies, and speak up when something doesn’t feel right. “You need to be your own advocate. It’s important to fight for your own health – not just with breast cancer, but anything.”

Shelly is an Avera “Pink Lady,” advocating for breast cancer awareness and early detection. She advises women of all ages to be aware of breast cancer and vigilant about early detection.

The American Cancer Society recommends the following guidelines for early detection of breast cancer: • Yearly mammograms starting at age 40 and continuing for as long as a woman is in good health.

• Clinical breast exam about every three years for women in

their 20s and 30s and every year for women 40 and over.

• Women should know how their breasts normally look and feel and report any breast change promptly to their health care provider. Breast self-exam is an option for women starting in their 20s.

Shelly had BRCA testing done for gene mutations which place women at higher risk for breast and ovarian cancer. It was negative, which bodes well for her daughters, Cameron, now 7, and Kendall, 4.

“Although breast cancer in young women is uncommon, it still happens – I’m living proof of that,” Shelly added.

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Bowel & Bladder Challenges in Children Over 4 with Robin Lund, DPT • Feb. 4, 2014 • Tricks to try at home and specialized physical therapy using biofeedback

Toy Adaptations with Arlen Klämm, OTR/L, ATP, SMS Nov. 5, 2013 Adapting electronic toys for switch activation, just in time for the holidays

Coping with a Diagnosis with Aimee Deliramich, PhD • March 4, 2014 Coping skills, resiliency factors, and tools to assist parents through this unexpected time

Enhancing Communication for Children who are Non-verbal with Kari Keating, MS, CCC-SLP Jan. 7, 2014 • Tips for developing communication skills with children who are non-verbal All workshops 6-7:30 pm at the Children’s Care Rehabilitation Center, 1020 West 18th Street in Sioux Falls. Pre-register online at cchs.org/services/university.

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“It’s her personality,” says mom Jaclyn. “She’s a little wild and crazy!”

Jaclyn and husband Cody didn’t know whether they were welcoming a girl or a boy, so they started with a neutral nursery in brown and yellow, which featured a brown tree that Jaclyn painted on the wall while she was pregnant.

After little girl Lennan arrived, and they started seeing her personality shine through, Jaclyn knew they needed to add a little more character to the room.

The family had taken a trip to Omaha and visited the zoo.

Right from the start, little Lennan loved animals, so that sparked an idea for her bedroom…giraffe-spotted walls. Jacyln went to work painting the spots around the room.

It wouldn’t be complete without an actual giraffe painted on the wall, and Jaclyn says she credits Cody with that addition.

“He challenged me. One day he said, ‘I bet you can’t do a giraffe right there eating from the tree.’ So, I knew I needed to paint a giraffe!”

The all-brown silhouette of the giraffe seems to emerge from behind Lennan’s crib, reaching its head right up to the original tree that Jaclyn had painted.

Her mom helped coordinate more of the theme by making

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bedding, bumper pads and a blanket with giraffes on it. A mobile hangs over the crib with friendly animals dangling over the spot where Lennan sleeps.

The ceiling is painted green for an added pop of color, and below the window, two floating shelves that Cody made – one pink and one green – hold a collection of picture books and board books. Lennan is already crawling, so she’ll be able to get herself to those shelves to pick out books in no time. In the meantime, a big leather chair sits in the corner so she can have snuggle and reading time with her mom or dad.

On one wall, suspended by brown ribbons, are three wood squares with pink letters spelling out Lennan’s initials – L K S. On the little wall between the closet and the door are hooks to hold little pink coats for all kinds of weather. “We’re outdoor people,” Jacyln says, “so we always have our jackets and hats ready to go!”

With impressive crawling speed and two teeth already at 7 months, Jaclyn laments that Lennan is growing up too soon.

But this little “wild and crazy” girl with the big smile and love of animals has a great spot to do that growing.

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However, toys can also bring unintentional harm to a child if some basic safety tips are overlooked. Each year, scores of kids are treated in hospital emergency departments for toy-related injuries.

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children during play. It’s important to remember that children learn as they explore. However, children under the age of 3 years old have no impulse control and their curiosity can get them into unsafe situations when playing with toys that are not developmentally appropriate. Choking is a particular risk for children this age as they tend to put small objects in their mouths.

What to Look For The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) closely monitors and regulates toys. Any toys made in — or imported into — the United States after 1995 must comply with CPSC standards.

Here are some general guidelines to keep in mind when toy-shopping: • Toys made of fabric should be labeled as flame resistant or flame retardant.

• Stuffed toys should be washable.

• Painted toys should be covered with lead-free paint.

• Art materials should say nontoxic.

• Crayons and paints should say ASTM D-4236 on the package, which means they’ve been evaluated by the American Society for Testing and Materials.

Steer clear of older toys, even hand-me-downs from friends and family. Those toys might have sentimental value and are certainly cost-effective, but they may not meet current safety standards and may be so worn from play that they can break and become hazardous.

And make sure a toy isn’t too loud for your child. The noise of some rattles, squeak toys, and musical or electronic toys can be as loud as a car horn — even louder if a child holds it directly to the ears — and can contribute to hearing loss.

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comparison to peers can handle toys meant for older kids. But the age levels for toys are determined by safety factors, not intelligence or maturity.

Here are some age-specific guidelines to keep in mind: • Toys should be large enough - at least 1 1/4” (3 centimeters) in diameter and 2 1/4” (6 centimeters) in length - so that they can’t be swallowed or lodged in the windpipe. A small-parts tester, or choke tube, can determine if a toy is too small. If an object fits inside the tube, then it’s too small for a young child.

If you can’t find one of these products, a toilet paper roll can be used for the same purpose.

• Avoid marbles, coins, balls, and games with balls that are 1.75 inches (4.4 centimeters) in diameter or less because they can become lodged in the throat above the windpipe and restrict breathing.

• Battery-operated toys should have battery cases that secure with screws so that kids cannot pry them open. Batteries and battery fluid pose serious risks, including choking, internal bleeding, and chemical burns.

• When checking a toy for a baby or toddler, make sure it’s unbreakable and strong enough to withstand chewing. Also, make sure it doesn’t have: sharp ends or small parts like eyes, wheels, or buttons that can be pulled loose, small ends that can extend into the back of the mouth, strings longer than 7 inches (18 centimeters), or parts that could become pinch points for small fingers.

• Most riding toys can be used once a child is able to sit up well while unsupported - but check with the manufacturer’s recommendation. Riding toys like rocking horses and wagons should come with safety harnesses or straps and be stable and secure enough to prevent tipping.

• Stuffed animals and other toys that are sold or given away at carnivals, fairs, and in vending machines are not required to meet safety standards. Check carnival toys carefully for loose parts and sharp edges before giving them to your infant.

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Spooky Yard Stake Materials Needed: Scraps of wood, black paint or a thick permanent marker, a wooden stake, screws or nails.

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Instructions: Using the scissors, cut a witch cape out of the black craft foam sheet. Glue the orange button onto the top of the cape, forming the witch’s head. Cut some hair from the black raffia, and glue it to the orange button on either side. Cut out a witch hat from the black craft foam and glue on top of the orange button and black raffia hair. Cut some natural raffia to form the end of a broom, and glue this to the end of a big toothpick, then set aside. Cut a square out of the orange paper and write a phrase with black marker, such as “Push if you Dare”.

Glue this onto the broomstick and allow to dry. Measure the doorbell you would like to use and cut its shape out of the witch’s cape, which is the first thing you cut out. Situate the doorbell through the cape and attach it to the house with double sided tape. Glue the broomstick to the cape alongside the doorbell, overlapping if possible, yet leaving enough room to ring the doorbell. If the orange button doesn’t already have two holes where the eyes should be, draw the eyes and a face for the witch with a permanent black marker.

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These are just some of the wonderful books for children we have come across this month. We hope to share with you some you have not seen before and also introduce others being released in the near future. Enjoy.

Dragonology

by Dr. Ernest Drake Do you believe in dragons? Now, for the first time, the long-lost research of renowned nineteenth century dragonologist Dr. Ernest Drake is presented in all its eccentric glory, happily bridging the gap between dragon legend and fact. The meticulous Dr. Drake assigns Latin names to various dragon species, ruminates on why dragons are able to speak, speculates on how they could fly, and explains the true purpose of their notorious hoarding habits.

Ages 8 yrs and up Candlewick Press

Ghost in the House

by Ammi-Joan Paquette When a little ghost goes slip-sliding down the hallway, he suddenly hears...a groan! Turns out it’s only a friendly mummy, who shuffles along with the ghost, until they encounter...a monster!

As the cautious explorers continue, they find a surprise at every turn — and add another adorably ghoulish friend to the count. But you’ll never guess who is the scariest creature in the house!

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How to Train a Train

by Jason Carter Eaton Finding advice on caring for a dog, a cat, a fish, even a dinosaur is easy. But what if somebody’s taste in pets runs to the more mechanical kind? What about those who like cogs and gears more than feathers and fur? People who prefer the call of a train whistle to the squeal of a guinea pig? Or maybe dream of a smudge of soot on their cheek, not slobber? In this spectacularly illustrated picture book, kids who love locomotives (and what kid doesn’t?) will discover where trains live, what they like to eat, and the best train tricks around—everything it takes to lay the tracks for a long and happy friendship. All aboard!

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Olive and the Bad Mood

by Tor Freeman Today is not a good day for Olive. She lost a button on her dungarees, fell flat on her nose, and somebody kicked a ball at her head! Olive is in a really bad mood! As a result, she is mean to her friends and the big bad mood spreads.

But when a trip to the candy store cheers Olive up, she can’t understand why all of her friends are so grumpy!

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Playbook Pirates

by Corina Fletcher The pop-up storybook unfolds and transforms into a 3-D seascape play mat, revealing a popup pirate ship, mermaid island, and shipwreck.

There are also press-out pirate characters, rowing boats, and sea creatures — everything you need for a sensational swashbuckling adventure!

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Whizz! Pop! Granny, Stop!

by Tracey Corderoy Granny loves to help, and a little bit of magic always speeds things along. But sometimes all her granddaughter wants is to do things her own way, and spend some quality time with her granny. But will they be able to put on a great birthday party without using any magic?

Granny wants to help with the birthday party, but her granddaughter wants to have her birthday the “normal” way — no magic! Will they manage to pull off the perfect party?

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SMASH Trial by Fire

by Chris A. Bolton illustrator: Kyle Bolton Ka-boom! Clobbered by fallout from a blast that kills the local superhero, Defender, Andrew Ryan suddenly has super strength and speed!

And he can fly! Now it’s up to him to protect citizens from thieves, thugs, and fearsome villains. He dons a homemade costume to hide his true identity, and Smash is born!

But fighting crime isn’t easy, especially when you’re in fifth grade. On top of evil robots and trigger-happy bank robbers, there’s homework, curfew, and the school bully to deal with. Not to mention the Magus, a fearsome villain who will stop at nothing to steal Smash’s superpowers for himself! Influenced by film, cartoons, and of course, classic comic books, this vivid escapade features a rib-tickling, high-energy storyline and the colorful, exaggerated figures of nostalgic comic-book art: a combo perfect for kids longing for a secret identity of their own.

Whap! Thud! Crash! An action-packed graphic novel simultaneously spoofs and pays tribute to superhero lore while inspiring a new generation of crimefighters. suggested retail price 9 yrs - 12 yrs Candlewick Press

Dinosaurology

by Raleigh Rimes What if dinosaurs had not died out? What if whole colonies of the prehistoric beasts had survived on a remote island off the coast of South America? The latest adventure in the best-selling ’Ology series offers young dinosaur lovers a tantalizing taste of what that would be like. The year is 1907, and young adventurer Raleigh Rimes is on an expedition to South America with real-life explorer Percy Fawcett.

There he discovers the unimaginable: living dinosaurs roaming the rain forest!

Ages 8 yrs and up Candlewick Press

Animation Studio

by Helen Piercy Do you know how to build a storyboard? Design a character? What does the action of “squash and stretch” have to do with making animation look realistic? From hand-drawn sequences to 3-D models, from lighting a set to using a variety of camera shots, Animation Studio offers expert tips to help kids transform a series of still images into an original animated movie. Included in this appealing boxed set is everything you need to create a stop-motion movie using your cell phone or digital camera.

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A Monster Calls

by Patrick Ness The monster in Conor’s backyard is not the one he’s been expecting — the one from the nightmare he’s had every night since his mother started her treatments. This monster is ancient.

And wild. And it wants something from Conor.

Something terrible and dangerous. It wants the truth. From the final idea of award-winning author Siobhan Dowd ­— whose premature death from cancer prevented her from writing it herself — Patrick Ness has spun a haunting and darkly funny novel of mischief, loss, and monsters both real and imagined.

Ages 12 and up Candlewick Press

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Karen Sproul— A-maze-ing Others Through Agriculture and Art

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What do you get? One corny experience. But in this case, corny is

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In addition to their “day jobs” as farmers, Karen Sproul and her husband Bob have owned and operated the Heartland Country Corn Maze for 14 years. This agriculture-meets-artistry entertainment venue, tucked just southeast of Harrisburg along Highway 11, has proven itself to be a great autumn escape for an amazingly fun time in the country.

We were all ears as we sat down with Karen along the edge of the corn field to learn more about this growing business.

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We thought it would be cool to have something like that on this side of the state, but the cost of lumber was just so expensive.

We had corn, so we thought, “Let’s just try a corn maze.”

Thanks for visiting with us today, Karen. First off, I just have to ask: how does one decide to grow a corn maze? Is it like in the movie Field of Dreams—you wake up one day and just say, “If we build it, they will come?”

(Laughs.) Actually, we went on a family vacation out to the Black Hills a long time ago and went through the wooden maze out there and had a blast. We just loved it. We thought it would be cool to have something like that on this side of the state, but the cost of lumber was just so expensive. We had corn, so we thought, “Let’s just try a corn maze.”

Were corn mazes common at the time?

No, I think we were the first one in this area. We actually toured some other corn mazes in Minnesota and Wisconsin and found some ideas in farm magazines to get started.

That sounds pretty innovative. I know you’ve had several different designs that you’ve cut into the corn over the years— everything from owls to dinosaurs to butterflies to this year’s swan design. How do you select the design each year?

We just brainstorm and talk about it as a family. We also take suggestions from others. We started out doing designs native to South Dakota—the buffalo, pheasant, deer, and such—but now we’ve expanded to whatever will make an interesting maze.

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So once you select the design, what happens next?

During the winter when we’re not so busy with the farm, we draw it out on graph paper and come up with the trivia questions and answers that are located at the checkpoints throughout the maze. Then we wait for the weather to determine when we can plant the corn. This year it was really late. Once the corn starts to grow to about six or eight inches, we take the drawing and count rows. We mark it all out and then mow the corn down according to the drawing. We have to mow it two or three times really far down because it keeps coming back.

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You mean you do this all manually? It’s not done using GPS or anything?

No, it’s all manual. I usually draw the design and then my husband will draw the straight paths.

So you’re an artist, too?

(Laughs.) Oh no! That’s why I start in the winter!

Well, I think you’re an artist, and your medium is really tall corn!

This year, the corn is so unbelievably tall. This is just field corn,

but it’s about 12 feet tall. Corn loves humidity.

So, what happens to the corn after the maze closes for the season?

We harvest it with the rest of our crops.

That seems like a pretty eco-friendly form of entertainment. Has anyone ever gotten lost in the maze?

Not permanently. (Laughs.)

Well, that’s reassuring! For those who have never been to a corn maze, what do you do once you get here? Do you just wander around the field?

At our maze, you get a card that has 10 questions on it and a map that shows the design and where the checkpoints are located. The questions are generally either related to the design or about corn or agriculture. We also have a hidden checkpoint that is not shown on the map. If you find that design, you punch your card and you get a free item from the concession stand.

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And you also have a haunted maze around Halloween, right?

Yes, we work together with college kids who come out and make the maze spooky for us around Halloween time. The wind rustling through the corn leaves at night can be spooky enough for some people, but yes, we have people dressed as spooks and the chainsaw guy out there, too. We usually do that the weekend around Halloween, so this year the Haunted Maze will be on Friday, October 25th and Saturday, October 26th. We open from 6 – 9:30 p.m. It’s still light at 6, so if you have younger children, you might want to come then. It gets pretty spooky after dark.

So after 14 years, what surprises you the most about running a corn maze?

Well, the fact that we haven’t had to shut down because of weather—hail or the corn not growing—is amazing. And I don’t know if this is surprising, but I just love when teenagers come with their families. A lot of times when they come out to the maze, they are not in the best mood or they are a little grouchy. When they come out of the maze, they are just laughing and have big smiles on their faces and are joking around. It seems like they’ve had so much fun out there. We have had people get engaged out here, too.

I guess that’s a little surprising.

Do you have a favorite corny joke?

Well, we have a saying out here. Watch what you say because the corn is full of ears.

For more information about Heartland Country Corn Maze, visit their website at www.heartlandcountrycornmaze.com.

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Piper appreciates that it is finally cool enough to play and explore the grove. For the heavy coated breeds, it is truly a comfortable time. It affords us the opportunity to exercise or play any time of the day. It will help get her in shape and to lose some weight.

If your pet is out of shape, start slow and steadily increase the length and intensity of your exercise. This will help them become stronger and gain endurance. The training needs to take several weeks. If you take your best friend off the couch and expect them to hunt all day long, bad things can happen.

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people and pets. Carrying too much weight and doing strenuous activities can expose them to damage. It is very important that both hunter and dog are used to the amount of exercise that goes into hunting.

Dogs’ feet are also susceptible to damage. Piper has very soft feet from only running on grass and the deep pile carpet of the house. Running on hard or rough surfaces will give dogs blisters on their feet just like people. Start slowly, increasing their time on hard surfaces to build up thick foot pads that won’t blister. If they will wear boots for protection, that would be the best.

Make sure your vaccines are up to date to protect them as well.

Rabies is always a concern when we walk, play or hunt in areas where there is wildlife. It is their home and we are crashing their party after all. If you go to the western areas of South Dakota, rattlesnake vaccine is a good idea to prevent serious injury from their bites.

If you live or “go out to the farm” be very careful around the harvest machines. The new equipment is very big and fast. Every year, we work on dogs that tangle with machinery. Also, try to keep them out of the barb wire and to avoid eating mouse or rat bait hidden in garages or storage sheds.

Then there is Halloween. What could better than dressing up and getting candy? Chocolate and the other spoils of Trick or Treating need to be up and out of the reach of pets. It is a great temptation that could end in diarrhea, vomiting and a belly ache.

Not all pets are happy about Halloween. There can be too many ghosts, witches and Ninja warriors to deal with. If your pet is afraid or aggressive, make sure you find them a quiet, safe area to hide out in until the goblins and beasts are done making the rounds.

October is a great time to take a walk, enjoy the harvest moon and experience the beautiful change of season.

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1938 National Corn Husking Contest

By Dale Nighbert

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A Postcard Mailed from the Contest Site RON ROBINSON: Corn husking contests became a popular American pastime in the 1920s, and the National Corn Husking Contest grew to become the greatest of all outdoor athletic and agricultural events in the country. South Dakota received the honor to host the contest in 1938. In early spring, four fields were fertilized and planted with the same hybrid corn.

Six weeks before the November contest, the Jim and Nellie Jensen farm, located northeast of Dell Rapids, was chosen to host the 1938 National Corn Husking Contest.

n a windy, cold, and damp third of November 1938, the eyes and ears of the nation focused on Dell Rapids, host to the greatest annual competition of American agriculture: the National Corn Husking Contest. An estimated 125,000 people from all over the nation came to this location, the farm of Jim and Nellie Jensen. They came to watch twenty-one contestants, including two huskers from South Dakota, pick corn by hand during timed competition.

An 80-acre site known as “Tent City” contained an Indian village, 48 concession stands, farm machinery, a replica of Mount Rushmore, a fire department, an emergency hospital with a corps of physicians, hundreds of police officers, telegraph and telephone stations, a post office, and parking areas for 35,000 cars. This was said to be the largest gathering ever recorded in South Dakota up to that time.

The day of the contest opened with a two-mile parade. It featured 7 marching bands, contest queen Venita Apply, 14 other queen contestants, political notables, brightly decorated huskers’ wagons, a band of Oglala Sioux Indians, and a great array of up-to-the-minute farm machinery.

At 11:44 a.m. the starting bomb exploded signaling the beginning of the contest. Urged on by the cheering crowds, the contestants, representing 11 corn-growing states, rapidly moved down the field.

Each competitor hand-ripped ears of corn from the stalks, two rows of corn at a time. They were followed by contest marshals and referees totaling nearly 1000 men. Score guards with ropes kept away the eager milling crowd while gleaners gathered any remaining marketable ears to be weighed and charged against the contestants. Thousands of corn ears were tossed in a steady stream against the bang boards of the contestants’ wagons.

Bands played briskly while the loudspeaker system filled the air with official announcements, calls for individuals, and appeals for the parents of lost children. The NBC radio network carried a live “bang-bybang” description of the contest.

Despite the damp penetrating cold, the contestants weaved and crouched to reach low ears of corn and to retrieve fallen ears. Many slipped on the damp earth. It was a pressing grind from start to finish as they picked, husked, and tossed corn ears into the filling wagons, averaging one ear a second. There were no time-outs and no stops for water as the minutes clicked away.

At the close of the 80-minute contest, Ted Balko of Redwood Falls, MN, the 1934 champion, won his second national contest. He handhusked a net of 22.64 bushels of corn to end the 1938 “Battle of the Bang Boards.”

DEDICATED BY THE MINNEHAHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, CURRY SEED COMPANY, REECY FARM SUPPLY CO., DELL RAPID SOCIETY FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION, AND SOUTH DAKOTA CORN UTILIZATION COUNCIL.

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