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Curtain Up! Elate Theater Studio By Mary Michaels | Photos by Julie Prairie Photography

elping young men and women learn more about the stage is what Elate Theater Studio in Sioux Falls is all about. The Studio’s founder is Elena Luke. Born in Moscow, Russia, Elena learned English in her early years. She became involved with theater through her father, a playwright, and through the extensive library at her family’s home. Elena graduated from Moscow Theater School as an actress of theater and cinema. It was there she studied the worldfamous Stanislavski system based on psychological drama and Chekhov’s plays. “I acted at Benefis, the Moscow state theater, but I also wanted

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to follow my other passion, which was teaching drama to children and teenagers,” says Elena. She established her first theater studio in 2004, with a goal to teach conversational English through acting. “The teenagers I worked with got good language skills plus acting basics. We performed such shows as The Blue Bird and The Little Prince as well as modern comedies.” Elena moved to the United States in 2008. Her husband, Glenn, works for Daktronics, so they made their home in Brookings and welcomed their son, Matthew. They also opened a theater studio for children and teenagers.

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The family moved to Sioux Falls three years ago when Elena got a job within the school district, and in July 2014, they opened Elate Theater Studio. Elate offers acting classes for children from ages 5 to 8, 9 to 11 and 12 to 15. The classes include games, acting exercises, monologues, etudes and scenes, and it culminates with a showcase for families and friends. The studio also offers a special session of acting classes for home school children ages 5-15. In addition, they expanded their programming to include classes for adults. “Basic acting skills can help people who are struggling to

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make a presentation or give a report in front of a large audience,” explains Elena. “Or, sometimes when we become adults we just miss playing and having inner freedom. Our class for adults focuses on improving articulation, image, and having a different perspective on life. It’s an opportunity for adults to learn more about themselves and open up their creative side.” Elate Studio also offers a summer program that includes fun acting classes three times a week. There are four sessions

scheduled for the summer, with each two-week camp finishing with an open class for parents and friends. “We have a very friendly, warm atmosphere in our studio,” Elena says. “Children like to be there since they meet new friends, they open up, they share their thoughts and ideas. We see them growing into more open-minded and well-rounded people of the community.”

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KENTUCKY DERBY GALA May 2, 2015

Benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sioux Empire Celebrating 21 Years of Service to the Community

ig Brothers Big Sisters Kentucky Derby Gala is fun and festive! The soiree will begin at 3:30pm and guests will enjoy festive race-day fare along with Mint Juleps (iconic drink of the Kentucky Derby), horse racing, silent & live auction, best hat contest, and a live viewing of the Kentucky Derby: the first leg of the Triple Crown.

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Sioux Falls Shakespeare Society April 2 • 7pm-9pm Caribou Coffee • 1924 S. Minnesota. Come join us as we finish reading The Merry Wives of Windsor, one of Shakespeare’s many comedies. Bring a copy of the play, and prepare to bring one of this play’s many hilarious characters to life as we all pitch in to discover lecherousness, hanky-panky, intrigue, and surprise. INFO (605) 201-1017. Sioux Falls Skyforce April 3 • 7pm Sanford Pentagon. Come enjoy high-quality basketball right here in Sioux Falls! INFO (605) 3320605. Sioux Falls Stampede vs. Tri-City Storm April 3 • 7:05pm Denny Sanford Premier Center We will be hosting our Fan Appreciation Night. INFO (605) 336-6060. Easter Egg-stravaganza April 4 • 10am - 12pm Hillcrest Church • 4301 E. 26th St. Hillcrest Church Children’s Ministries will be hosting an Easter EGGstravaganza. The event will include an egg hunt, free breakfast, crafts, and a story! Children must be accompanied by an adult. INFO (605) 371-0546. Starlab Inflatable Planetarium at the Old Courthouse Museum April 6 • 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 Into the Pit Quarry Tour Tuesday, April 7 • 10am Departs the Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Take a trip into an active quarry owned by Concrete Materials and view modern quarry techniques while discussing techniques of the past. Free Admission, space is limited; call (605) 367-4210 to register. www.siouxlandmuseums.com

Give from the Heart to Heartland House April 9 Downtown Hilton Garden Inn 5:30pm • Social Hour & Dessert Silent Auction 6:30pm • Dinner, Program & Sargent Shriver Award presentation Tickets: $35 at www.interlakescap.com Come learn more about Heartland House and see first-hand the work this organization is doing to help homeless families with children in Sioux Falls. INFO(605) 334-2808, ext. 354. Purses With A Purpose Thursday, April 9 • 6pm - 9pm Sioux Falls Convention Center Come have a fun and relaxing time while helping a good cause! Purses With A Purpose put on by the Dakota Horizon Girl Scouts will be putting on a plated dinner and also a designer purse with 30-50 items to be auctioned off. INFO (605) 271-9716. Big Band Ballroom Dance April 10 • 6:45 -10:30pm El Riad Shrine • 501 S. Phillips Ave Attend the only Big Band Ballroom Dance in the area! Each month, a big band gets the crowd moving and shaking with music from the ‘40s, ‘50s and ‘60s. All ages and abilities are welcome. Swing is the most popular dance among the crowd but several others are danced as well. INFO (605) 670-9375. Sioux Falls Stampede vs. Sioux City Musketeers April 10 • 7:05pm Denny Sanford Premier Center Sioux Falls Stampede vs. Sioux City Musketeers. This is the last home game for the Stampede. We will conclude the season with “Take My Jersey Night” presented by Sioux Falls Ford. INFO (605) 336-6060. Kathy Kosins April 10 • 8pm Orpheum Theater • 315 N Phillips Ave Kathy Kosins will be concluding the Sioux Falls Jazz and Blues 2014-2015 Concert Series. ASCAP award-winning vocalist Kathy Kosins has won the hearts of critics and fans around the globe with her eclectic musical palette that expands the rich history of jazz. INFO 605-367-6000 / sfjb.org The Big Grape April 10 • 7pm Avera Prairie Center on the campus of the Avera McKennan Hospital The Big Grape is a premier wine tasting event that includes fine wine, craft beer, gourmet food, and a silent auction. All proceeds benefit the Avera Children’s Hospital and helps our tiniest patients receive quality care. INFO (605) 322-8900. Oakridge Nursery Sneak Peek April 10 - 12 Oakridge Nursery & Landscaping Brandon, SD Join Oakridge Nursery & Landscaping for their Annual Hanging Basket Party. Summer is just around the corner and the trees and flowers are growing and ready to bloom so while you’re there check out the bare root trees and new

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spring products for all your planting and landscaping needs. INFO (605) 5826565 or oakridgenurseryinc.com 6th Annual Vendor & Craft Fair April 11 • 9am - 2pm Sioux Falls Lutheran School 308 W. 37th Street We will have a variety of unique vendors & crafters, bake sale & concessions available! Free admission. Bring the kids for some kid friendly crafts & activities. Vendors and crafters also wanted. Please contact Shanna Neubauer for registration information. (605)743-5506 or neubauerfarm@gmail.com Pancake Benefit April 12 • 7:30am - 2pm Sioux Falls Convention Center The Pancake Benefit is a very fun event that draws over 3,000 people together to enjoy delicious pancakes. This event is in its 23rd year and has become a tradition for many throughout the community. Booths are included to promote, LifeScape Center for the Arts, the LifeScape Ambassadors, the Cookie Cutter and an opportunity to bring awareness to the public on the needs and dreams of LifeScape. Tickets: $5 in advance; $6 at the door. Tickets go on sale February 12. For more info call 605-444-9600. Railroading in Territorial Times Program Sunday, April 12 • 2pm Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street South Dakota State Railroad Museum Director Rick Mills will present this

visual program and discussion that details the development of Dakotas railroading from 1861 to statehood in 1889. Free Admission. INFO (605) 3674210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com Into the Pit Quarry Tour Tuesday, April 14 • 10am Departs the Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Take a trip into an active quarry owned by Concrete Materials and view modern quarry techniques while discussing techniques of the past. Free admission, space is limited; call (605) 367-4210 to register. www.siouxlandmuseums.com Kid’s Activity Day Earth Day at the Old Courthouse Museum Thursday, April 16 • 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m. Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Learn about history and make your own crafts to take home. 15 minute sessions run throughout morning and afternoon times. Call to reserve times. Free Admission. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com Researching Your Historic House April 16 • 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

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12th Annual Books & More Sale April 16 & 17 Center for Western Studies and Fantle Building 2001 S. Summit Ave. The Augustana Library Associates will present their 12th annual Books and More Sale April 16-17. The sale will be held in the Center for Western Studies, located adjacent to the Mikkelsen Library on the Augustana College campus. A large selection of books, CDs, DVDs, and more will be available, including books for children. Proceeds go to support the programming of the Augustana Library Associates. INFO (605) 274-4921. Seussical April 17 • 7:30pm April 18 • 7:30pm April 22, 23, 24 • 7:30pm April 25 • 2pm & 7:30pm April 26 • 2pm April 27 • 7pm Wayne S. Knutson Theatre • USD Campus Based on the beloved characters found in Dr. Seuss’s lyrical and rhythmic books, Seussical brings those enchanting character to life as The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who finds a speck of dust that contains the city of Who-Ville. Even though this musical follows the books Horton Hears a Who! and Horton Hatches the Egg, other characters including Gertrude McFuzz, Yurtle the Turtle and the Grinch can be seen in this charming and fun musical. INFO (605) 677-5418.

Sea & Sky April 18 •10am - 2pm 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM Sertoma Butterfly House Every third Saturday, we take the opportunity to highlight a special insect or animal. Come learn fun facts and make a craft inspired by the featured creature! INFO (605) 334-9466. Volunteer Sioux Falls - Day of Service April 18 • 8am - 5pm Helpline Center Day of Service Volunteer projects at area non-profits. The Helpline Center will lead these community-wide events, encouraging individuals, families, churches, civic groups and companies to give involved in a volunteer project each February, April and August. For more information dial 211. INFO (605) 274-1407. Gourmet Guys Sunday, April 19 • 4:30 - 7pm Center for Active Generations • 4300 W. 46th St. Sioux Falls, SD 57105 Gourmet Guys is a fundraiser for Active Generations and helps to support all of the services offered through the organization. Thirty-five local men will show off their cooking talents by offering samples of their gourmet wares throughout the facility. $35 pre-sale / $40 at the door Beverages are complimentary. INFO (605) 336-6722.

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Into the Pit Quarry Tour Tuesday, April 21 • 10am Departs the Old Courthouse Museum • 200 W. Sixth St. Take a trip into an active quarry owned by Concrete Materials and view modern quarry techniques while discussing techniques of the past. Free Admission, space is limited; call (605) 367-4210 to register. www.siouxlandmuseums.com Rosemaling Demonstration at the Old Courthouse Museum Tuesday, April 21 • 1pm - 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 Ceili Dance Thursday, April 23 • 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 to live Irish music at the Old Courthouse Museum! Free Admission. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums. com 2015 Kingswood Rummages April 23 - 25 The Kingswood Rummage is the largest organized rummage sale event in South Dakota. Approximately 300-350 rummage sales in Kingswood area homes are open during this event. INFO (605) 274-0239. Mary Jo Wegner Arboretum Arbor Day Celebration April 24 • 1:30pm With spring comes the Arboretum’s annual Arbor Day celebration. Join us on Friday, April 24th at 1:30 p.m.! During this year’s Arbor Day celebration, we will also dedicate the new Mayor’s Grove and plant five new trees in honor of Mayor Huether and four of his predecessors. INFO 605-274-7114 or lkiesow@ maryjowegnerarboretum.com 9th Annual Jazz Crawl April 25 • 5pm Throughout Sioux Falls at Various Venues Sioux Falls Jazz & Blues celebrates Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM) by hosting a number of special events, including the 9th Annual Jazz Crawl. The Jazz Crawl will feature many local jazz musicians at your favorite bars and restaurants, starting at 5pm. Check out SFJB.org for the latest schedule of venues and artists. Into the Pit Quarry Tour Tuesday, April 28 • 10am Departs the Old Courthouse Museum • 200 West Sixth Street Take a trip into an active quarry owned by Concrete Materials and view modern quarry techniques while discussing techniques of the past. Free admission, space is limited; call (605) 367-4210 to register. www.siouxlandmuseums.com SME Women in Business April 28, 2015 Sioux Falls Convention Center

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The Afternoon Trade Fair / Marketplace will appeal to women of all ages. There will be a 1:30 pm seminar on fashion and a 3 pm seminar “Tune up for Life” by LaDonna Gatlin. The evening session will feature keynote speaker Melissa Gilbert and the SME Women of Excellence Awards. INFO (605) 3365626. Art Moms (and friends) Spring Pop Up Art Shop April 29- May 2nd May 6th- May 9th Open Daily 10am -6pm 3101 W. 41st street Next to Olive Garden and Fuddruckers. INFO www.art-moms.com USF Theatre–You Can’t Take it With You April 29 - May 3 University of Sioux Falls Theatre. INFO (605) 331-6631. Spring Open House May 1 - 3 Oakridge Nursery & Landscaping • Brandon, SD Oakridge Nursery & Landscaping is celebrating spring with their annual Spring Open House. Starting Friday, take advantage of special pricing throughout the Nursery. Enjoy free coffee and soda, inflatables for the kids and a wine tasting for the adults while gaining expert landscaping advice from the Oakridge designers. INFO (605) 582-6565 or oakridgenurseryinc.com Kentucky Derby Gala Presented by: First Dakota National Bank May 2 • Sioux Falls Convention Center Benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sioux Empire Celebrating 21 Years of Service to the Community Big Brothers Big Sisters Kentucky Derby Gala is fun and festive! The soiree will begin at 3:30pm and guests will enjoy festive race-day fare along with Mint Juleps (iconic drink of the Kentucky Derby), horse racing, silent & live auction, best hat contest, and a live viewing of the Kentucky Derby: the first leg of the Triple Crown. Please wear your best Derby Fashion (don’t forget your hat!) INFO and tickets: Jami Gates at 605-334-1632 or jamig@bbbsse.org Dress for Success Huge Inventory Sale May 2 • 9am - 4pm 4601 S. Louise Avenue Dress for Success is having a huge inventory reduction clothing sale. This event will benefit Dress for Success and its programs. INFO 605-351-1995. 100+ Women Who Care Sioux Falls Area Meeting May 3 • 3:30 pm - 5 pm Holiday Inn Sioux Falls City Centre 100+ Women Who Care Sioux Falls area was formed in August 2014. We meet twice a year in October and May. At each meeting there is an opportunity for three volunteer members, whose names are chosen randomly at the meeting, to give a five-minute presentation on a local charity of their choice. Each presentation is followed by an opportunity to ask questions. All women vote as to which charity the money should go to that day. The charity receiving the most votes is announced. Each woman writes a $100 check to that charity. The charity receives the group total! INFO 312622-6565.

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nest at home 24 The Bob and Kathy Weisser Home

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wo years ago when Bob and Kathy Weisser moved into a new house on the east side of Sioux Falls, they were beneficiaries of acquiring a home where the first owner was the builder and the second owners had interior design expertise. “We just had to tweak it a little with our own style,” says Bob. To add their own touches to the house, the Weissers consulted with Stephanie Vostad, a designer who had also helped them stage the house that they sold. “She and I think a lot alike,” says Kathy, “and that is really important when you work with a designer. If you’re not on the

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same page, you could end up with big problems.” It’s fitting that in front of the rich, royal blue house is a garden stake that says “Inspire,” because the entire house is filled with architectural elements and design features inspired by color, by family and even from the previous owners. Orange is one of the colors that inspires Kathy, and you get a pop of that color when you first step through the entry way. A Japanese-style orange and blue print of a mountain hangs on the wall. Kathy’s dad got the print in Japan for his mother while he was in the service there. Kathy dates the print back to the 1940s.

We were told ‘If it’s not worth displaying, it’s probably not worth keeping.’

The dining room is another focal feature with wood columns defining the space without closing it in with walls. It frames the unique farmhouse table with its red chairs (another of Kathy’s favorite colors). A framed puzzle on the wall ties in the red color and has the phrase “Unlock the treasure – take time.” It was a gift from Kathy’s coworkers when she retired from her full-time career. Her coworkers signed the backs of the pieces, so having it framed lets her enjoy the picture, but she can also look at the back and remember all the good times with her coworkers.

The spacious kitchen has beautiful wood cabinets, many of which have glass fronts to highlight a variety of glassware and family treasures like a painting of The Last Supper created by her mom’s sister. The painting shares a shelf with an old photo of her mom and aunt as young girls. “Our designer is the one who suggested displaying the painting there,” says Kathy. “One thing we learned through the process of moving into this house was taking advantage of all the places to showcase things that mean something to us. We were told ‘If it’s not worth displaying, it’s probably not worth keeping.’”

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A family room and a sun room off the kitchen share a fireplace and plenty of windows looking out into the spacious backyard. “We love all the windows, and many of them don’t need window coverings because the trees provide so much privacy,” says Kathy. The sun room is also a special place for the Weissers to spend time with their grandsons. An antique-looking cupboard in the

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corner adds to the décor, but it is also a functional piece, as it provides a place to hide away books and toys. A beaded lamp hangs in the corner and uses the natural light from the windows to create geometric patterns on the wall. A canvas print of jewel-and-sequin embellished tulips brings more color into the room. The main level also includes a laundry area with plenty of

storage, office space for both Bob and Kathy (Kathy’s office space has a door out to a breakfast deck) and the Master Suite. Kathy said that because the wall color in the master bedroom was a deeper pink, she used the darker wood bed frame and black and green accent colors to “man it up” a bit. Double doors open into the master bath that features a jacuzzi tub and a large walk-in closet.

Before heading to the lower level, you pass by two unique guards standing watch by the staircase. Sophie and Sassy are a giraffe and zebra that add a bit of whimsy to the home’s décor. The staircase leading downstairs has large green tiles on the top, and each step has a face tiled in different colors. A table on the landing of the staircase has a top fashioned to look like a painter’s palette, tying all the colors together.

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The lower level has a Southwestern flair, with colorful painted tile accents and a stucco paint treatment on the walls, fireplace and display nooks cut into in the wall. In one of those nooks stands a ceramic couple that looks like flamenco dance partners. Kathy says the pair has a story behind them. “We once had a white elephant gift exchange with friends in our card group, and that couple ended up being one of the gifts,” Kathy explains. “For a while, they became a traveling trophy that made their way around the group. But now, they just seem to fit well here with our Southwestern theme.” The lower level bathroom has a colorful ceramic bowl for a basin and southwestern painted tile accents. It seemed to be the right place for a painting Kathy’s dad once created. “He took a painting class because of some of the work he was

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doing with his job, and I have no idea why, but he chose to paint a blue chicken. I kept it, and the colors just work here. It was fun to be able to display it.” Along the hallway and in the bar area hang photos from the old Dakota theater in Yankton, Kathy’s hometown, which holds special memories not only of going to movies there as a child, but also a reminder of her late brother who had once worked there. Another item in the family room downstairs with a family tie is a pink trunk with green hardware. “In Yankton, the Press & Dakotan newspaper was right across from the Dakota Theater,” says Kathy, “and one day someone came in and said someone outside was giving away a free truck. When my dad heard that, he went right out to claim it. He found a little old lady with a free trunk. He didn’t have the heart to say no to her.”

Kathy says over the years, the trunk has been painted to match the popular colors of the time period. Now, it remains a great conversation piece. In addition to a guest room decorated in a New England cottage style with an original watercolor print of Bob’s family farm near Tripp, the Weissers also have a bedroom in the lower level for their grandsons since, Kathy says, her full-time job is now “grandma.” A screened in porch and a game room provide great entertaining spots. The game room has a cork floor, pool table and shuffleboard table, a full-size refrigerator and a tall table with orange chairs, to bring Kathy’s color into the room. Entertaining is something the couple loves to do, whether with family, friends, coworkers or groups from their church.

The house was built with several decks around the back and side of the house that let the couple take advantage of the time of day and the changing seasons to enjoy the outside for morning coffee or weekend celebrations with friends. The couple is still taking cues from their “Inspire” garden stake outside and finding little touches here and there to add more of their own style to the great foundation that was already there when they bought the house. And now, with spring finally here, they are looking forward to getting back out to their great outdoor spaces. “The previous owners encouraged us to keep the blue color of the house,” says Kathy. “They said that it provides a great backdrop when flowers are blooming. That’s something we look forward to now.”

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Fruity Favorites by Jo McClure

Creamy Cherry Dessert

Fruit Pizza

1 tube crescent rolls 8 ounces cream cheese at room temp 1/2 cup powdered sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 can cherry pie filling 1/4 stick butter 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Crust: 2 cups flour 1 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Line the bottom of a greased 8x8 inch baking pan with half the crescent rolls. Blend the cream cheese until smooth and add the powdered sugar and vanilla and blend again. Spoon the cream cheese mixture onto the rolls in the baking pan and spread evenly. Now add the pie filling and top with the remaining four crescent rolls. Melt the butter and pour on top of the crescents and sprinkle with 1/4 cup sugar. Bake at 375Ëš for 25 minutes. Serves 9. Cool for an hour before serving. Store in the refrigerator.

Topping: 8 ounce cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup powdered sugar 1 cup whipped topping 1 tsp vanilla 1 tsp almond flavoring

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Blend and pat into a 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake at 350Ëš for 13 minutes. Cool for 30 minutes.

Blend all ingredients together and spread on the cooled crust. Top with sliced fruit of your choice. I use bananas, mandarin oranges, red and green grapes and strawberries. Cool and store in the refrigerator. Slice after cooled. Serves 12-16 depending upon how large you cut the pieces. To prevent the bananas from discoloring, dip the slices in lemon juice before placing them on the crust. Enjoy!

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What’s the Deal with Food on Airplanes These Days? By Jim Mathis

or as long as I can remember, airline food has been the butt of bad jokes. The punchline has been a staple for such a long time that airplane snacks have become a cliché for bad jokes. But after spending a fair amount of time in airports and on airplanes lately, I think the joke just might have it wrong. The travel industry has apparently gotten sick of the jokes and is working to turn it around. The trend now is for airlines and airports to cater to the more discerning palates of today’s road warriors. Everywhere I go I see more and better food offerings. Since your trip begins in the airport, let’s start there. As I travel, I no longer dread finding a meal in an airport. All around the country, the airports are moving away from reheated cafeteria-style meals to honest and interesting dining options. Here in Sioux Falls, you can now get a fresh, wood-fired pizza and an ice cold beer. It’s like a reward for making it through the TSA checkpoint, and it will give you the strength to make it until your flight; you might even be wishing for a delay. They do more than just pizza, too. Whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch or dinner, meals are whipped up by the same folks who feed hungry

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travelers at Marlin’s Family Restaurants across the Dakotas. If you’re connecting in Minneapolis, your options are many and varied. They still have the typical fast-food favorites, and let’s face it, McDonald’s and Burger King can be perfect when you’ve only got a few minutes and need to catch a quick meal on the go. But if you have a few extra minutes to spare, you can get Japanese noodles, dumplings and sushi at Shoyu, enjoy a wine flight and tapas at Surdyk’s Flights, or modern Italian at Volante. If you’re looking for the TV chef connection, long time Twin Cities’ resident Andrew Zimmern (host of Bizarre Foods) has two Minnibar locations for sandwiches with an international flair. Don’t worry, no bugs or brains or anything too scary on the menu. Just a few weeks ago, my beloved and I had a couple of hours to kill in the Atlanta airport. As we started looking for a place to eat we found several food courts full of fast and fast-casual options, but since we had time, we went looking for a more upscale meal. We decided to try the airport outpost of Phillips Seafood, a Baltimore area chain. We had good lobster bisque, crab cakes and a lobster roll, enjoyed selections from a decent wine list and found a quiet

place to sit and enjoy our meal. This may not have been the best meal of our vacation, but it certainly was a step above “not bad for airport food.” And it helped pass the time during our layover. What about the food on the airplane? Well, there’s a reason it doesn’t taste quite right; when you take off, your taste buds stay on the ground. According to a study commissioned by German airline Lufthansa, the combination of in-flight air pressure and low humidity reduces your ability to taste sweet and salty by as much as 30 percent. And it’s not just your taste buds; the dry air affects your sense of smell too, and much of what we perceive as taste comes through our noses. So it’s not just the food; it’s you. Even a Diet Coke doesn’t taste the same at 30,000 feet. The airlines are learning to compensate for this by seasoning the food with a little extra spice and salt. It’s a real challenge and they are rising to the occasion. OK, truth be told, if you’re just flying from Sioux Falls to Minneapolis, Chicago or Denver, you’ll be lucky to get a bag of pretzels or a cookie. On longer flights, if you want a more substantial nosh, it will cost a few bucks, but the options are expanding. You can choose from sandwiches and wraps or a box of kid-friendly snacks with Goldfish crackers and Oreo cookies. Grown-ups can even purchase packages with assortments of crackers, cheeses, nuts and olives; all sorts of things that help to overcome the taste deficiencies that come with altitude. If you’re in first or business class on longer flights, you can now expect a decent meal. On a recent trip to San Francisco, my

frequent flyer status on Delta earned me the coveted upgrade. The meals served on the flights were pretty darn good (considering the taste bud challenges they were up against.) On the flight out, the choices were limited to a chicken salad with Israeli couscous or a reheated cheeseburger (I opted for the salad.) But what amazed me was on the return flight, I had a calzone that was better than a few I’ve had in some restaurants. My mother (and traveling companion on this trip) enjoyed a nice salad with salmon. Good food at 30,000 feet, no joke. So if getting there is really half the fun, now you don’t have to arrive hungry. You really can find decent food along the way, even when you’re flying the friendly skies. Do yourself a favor, eat something good today. Through his work at ADwërks, an advertising agency in downtown Sioux Falls, Jim has been able to see much of this great country (and collect a few stamps on his passport along the way.)

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Plan Ahead

Online cake and cookie ordering now available. Check out our new website at www.cookiejarsd.com. The Cookie Jar Eatery, 230 S. Phillips Ave. (605) 978-0991.

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Enjoy a great bottle of wine you haven’t had before advised from sommeliers recognized by Wine Spectator. Carnaval Brazilian Grill. 2401 S. Carolyn Avenue. (605) 361-6328 or carnavalbraziliangrill.com.

Cute Things Are Sprouting This Spring!

Purl, the Little Knit Girl makes an adorable gift for anyone’s basket. Available at Athena Fibers, 3915 S. Hawthorne, 271-0741. www. athenafibers.com

Created especially for professional colourists and their clients, Pureology is a salon haircare brand unlike any other. And for the month of April, enjoy Pureology at 20% off! Spa 2000. 224 N. Phillips Ave. (605) 361-2600.

Functional + Beautiful

This oversized island features a built-up granite top, rustic metal accents and inset doors. See us for all of your home’s custom cabinetry. Dakota Kitchen and Bath. 4101 N. Hainje Avenue, Sioux Falls, 334-9727, www.dakotakitchen.com

Attn: Class of 2016! Time to Organize?

If you’re overwhelmed with clutter, stress, appointments and chaos, call Lisa’s Professional Organizing Service and create more time for family and life! Call 605-366-7988 or go to www.lisasomaorganization.com.

Schedule your session by April 30th and save 50% off your Senior Session fee at Julie Prairie Photography. Give the studio a call at 605.359.6640 or e-mail jp@julieprairie.com for more info.

Hippity, Hoppity

Spring is just around the corner. A fun way to celebrate is with duck & bunny-shaped breads from Breadsmith. Made from our Honey White Dough, these shapes add fun to any meal and make healthy Easter basket treats! *advance orders required. Breadsmith. 609 W. 33rd St., (605) 338-1338 and 1813 S. Marion Rd. (605) 275-2338.

A Graceful Bouquet

Thymes Goldleaf Gardenia is a graceful bouquet of velvety gardenia, lush rose and fresh jasmine layered with creamy amber, opulent patchouli and delectable praline. Available at Forget Me Not Gift Boutique. 57th & Western. (605) 335-9878.

Blue Mound Opry Revisited

Join the fun April 18 at 7pm at the Historic Palace Theatre. 104 E. Main Street, Luverne, MN. Visit us online at www.palacetheatre.us or facebook.com/palacetheatreluv

Luverne Citywide Rummage Sales

Don’t miss out on the bargains or the fun! May 1 & May 2. Over 100 families and businesses participating. Visit www.luvernechamber.com by April 28 for sale listings and maps.

Antiques & More

Shop the Warehouse (now in both Brandon, SD and Luverne, MN) for antiques, gift items, home décor and so much more. Wire greenhouse shown stands 31” tall x 24” wide and is just $124.99 at the Warehouse in Luverne, MN. 217 E. Main St. Luverne, MN. 507-449-0089.

Simply Extraordinary

The ordinary become extraordinary through the camera lens of world renown nature photographer and Luverne, Minnesota native Jim Brandenburg. Come and see the captivating images of the vanishing prairie, northwoods and beyond. Brandenburg Gallery at the Rock County Courthouse Square in Luverne, Minnesota. 213 East Luverne Street. Luverne, MN. (507) 283-1884. www.jimbrandenburg.com

New Petite Gingersnaps Collection!

Add to your collection of beautiful Gingersnaps. Choose from the new spring styles and petites are now also available. Dragonfly. 206 E. Main St. Luverne, MN. (507)-449-2060.

Aqua Aura

Aqua Aura is a natural quartz crystal infused with gold. It’s called a success stone and said to attract prosperity. Cave crystal-selenite is a stone of love and angels. Shop Those Blasted Things’ large collection of crystals and stones at 924 S. Kniss Ave., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-4027.

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Lila and the gang at the Luverne Pizza Ranch have just added this Lemonade Chevrolet Spark to their delivery fleet! Call them to have them cruise on out with their mouth-watering pizza and chicken. Pizza Ranch. 110 E. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-2379.

Spring in for a Test Drive

Did you know that we sell the fastest growing truck brand in America? Ram truck sales are on fire right now and all signs indicate that growth in Ram trucks will only continue. We invite you to stop in and take a Ram truck for a test drive. Carefully crafted interiors and best in class performance numbers. Papik Motors is proud to be a Ram dealer! Luverne, MN. www.papik.com

Family Owned Ford Dealer

Serving the Luverne area for over 82 years, Herman Motors is your family-owned Ford dealer. Watch for our new location on Hwy 75 coming soon. 312 E. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-4427.

Visit the Sewing Basket in Luverne, MN for a little inspiration. Your shop for all of your quilting, sewing, and machine embroidery needs. And don’t forget the Crossing Borders Spring Fling. Saturday, April 25 – Saturday, May 2. Visit 10 great quilt shops in MN & SD. FREE runner pattern, 4 jelly roll strips, and drawings at each shop! The Sewing Basket. 204 E. Main, Luverne, MN. (507) 283-9769. www.luvsewingbasket.com

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Class of 2015! Now is the time to order your graduation invitations. Choose from our selection of fully customizable designs or work with our designers on a totally unique layout. We also specialize in tear off ‘grad pads,’ banners, yard signs and thank yous. Find out more at Quality Printing Paper & Signs at 116 W. Main St., Luverne, MN. (888) 933-4457. www.qualityprinting-luverne.com

Spring Styles

Shop Tyana’s Boutique in Luverne, MN for the cutest styles for spring. Skinny jeans $42, shirt $26 and necklace shown $12. 118 W. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 920-9115, www.tyanasboutique.com

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Activates an average of 97% of all muscle groups and produces up to 30 involuntary reflexes per second, results in burning fat and building muscle. 10 minutes = 1 hour in the gym. 3 Degrees Infrared Therapy. 4809 S. Louise Avenue, Beakon Centre, Sioux Falls. www.threedegrees.com.

We create custom colors! Bring in a paint swatch or other sample, and we can match it. Shown at far left, the Ridgeville door style in Custom Rustic Cherry finished in Custom Shadow, and the Milan door style in Maple finished in Custom Tree Moss. Today’s StarMark Custom Cabinetry 600 E. 48th Street North. (605) 977-3660.

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Spend some time with your daughter with this fabulous 30+ piece set. Includes inflatable pedicure pool, battery operated nail dryer, satin eye mask, pedicure slippers and toe separators. $39.99 at Kidtopia. 57th & Western and Dawley Farm. 605-334-4825.

“What’s Your Mantra?

Choose your favorite word and wear it as a daily reminder to yourself. These sterling silver cuff bracelets ($38 each as shown) are great confirmation and graduation gifts! Call us at 605695-3997 or shop online at www. sayanythingjewelry.etsy.com or visit our shop in downtown Sioux Falls.

Vintage, antique, refurbished and reclaimed furniture custom designed at The Robin’s Nest. New furniture too. The Robin’s Nest. 108 East Willow Street, Harrisburg. (605) 767-0191.

All Match & Juliska On Sale! During the month of April, enjoy up to 50% off all in stock Match and Juliska pieces. What wonderful gifts — or treats for yourself. Good Spirits Fine Wine & Liquor. 41st & Minnesota. 339-1500.

Cutie Patooties! Baby Bling Bows

At Baby Bling they treat every bow like a unique piece of custom jewelry. All products are handmade by creative, talented people who share our vision of combining comfort, style and quality into beautiful accessories for beautiful babies. $11 each at Eddy Joy Baby Boutique. 57th & Western. (605) 275-0014.

Cherry Blooms

Brush on Fiber Eyelash Extensions is hitting the beauty world by storm. Featured in Hollywood Oscars Gift Bags, this is an exciting concept that doesn’t require any glue or false lashes. The eyelash extensions are lightweight and comfortable to wear. Best of all, they can easily be applied in 60 seconds. Available at Rainn Salon and Spa. 57th & Western. (605) 521-5099.

Signs of Spring

It’s a sure sign of spring when the new spring home décor arrives at Oak Ridge Nursery. Choose from several designs and sayings. Piece shown can also be used as a magnet board to display your favorite photos. Oak Ridge Nursery & Landscaping. 2217 S. Splitrock Blvd, Brandon. (605) 331-4421.

Shop Stride Rite’s selection of adorable baby onesies. Several to choose from for both little boys and girls. Stride Rite. 2425 S. Shirley Ave. (605) 362-7728.

Sparkle Into Spring

Your gymnasts will flip over these new sparkly leotards! New spring collections now available at The Dance Line. 2115 S. Minnesota Ave. 335-8242.

Freshen Up For Spring

Refresh yourself with amazing new techniques from Southeastern Hair Design & Day Spa. Olaplex, Free Lights, New Microdermabrasion Machine, Bare Minerals, Makeup Eraser and more. 1701 E. 69th Street. 605-332-5115. www. siouxfallshair.com.

Thank You Cards (Set of 24) $24.99

Say Thank You with style! Harold’s Photo cards are printed on high quality card stock. Create your card using your image(s) and text. Tons of creative cards-stock options, plus layout and color options allow you to customize your card. $24.99 for Set of 24. www.haroldsphoto.com

Chandeliers, Outdoor, Scones & More

Ask about our “New Home” Lighting Package. Save even more when packaging your lights, flooring and tile. Zing. 301 S. Minnesota Ave. 605271-2720. www.zingideafactory.com

Add Some Glamour

Something fresh and new, this tufted bed sets a high note for affordable luxury. View the rest of the new Urbanology collection at Ashley Furniture HomeStore. Visit us today at Hwy. 11 & E. 10th St. (at Dawley Farm Village). 605-332-5246.

Something Blue

A soft chambray accent imbues Michael Kors’ classic Channing watch with subtle, sophisticated color, while the beveled edges and Roman numerals keep it feeling timeless. Available at The Diamond Room. 3501 W. 57th St. (605) 362-0008.

Tin to Win

These original ceiling tins are each one-of-a-kind and very hard to find. Pick from colors or different styles to mix and match. The Blessed Door. Furniture Consignment with a Cause. 41st & Holly Avenue. 605-553-1010.

Veraggio at Riddle’s

Your diamond will find its match in the collection by designer Barry Verragio. Enhance the beauty of your diamond with a Verragio ring from Riddle’s Jewelry. See the collection at Riddle’s Jewelry, corner of 41st and Louise. 605-361-0911.

Customize Your Home Address

With Ronning’s Selection Gallery. From address stones to door styles, brick samples, shingles, even gutters. Make an appointment today to see all of your options. 605-336-6000. www. ronningcompanies.com.

Exclusive Styles for Any Budget

Fashion-savvy, sophisticated designs for men and women. Find one to match your style and budget at 20/20 Eye Candy. 2210 W. 69th Street, Suite 160. 605-759-2389. www.2020eyecandy.com

605 Running Co. Brighten Their Day

Brighten someone’s day with a beautiful bundle of tulips. Available for just $10 - in many different shades - from Josephine’s Floral Design. 401 E. 8th St. 338-9290.

Time to Save 605 Running Company is offering special rebates on Garmin GPS watches while supplies last. 605 Running Co. 124 S. Phillips Ave. (605) 271-0480.

Meet Sheila and Lauren!

Sheila is an office favorite and perfect for running errands, traveling, going to work or school and more! The Legendary Lauren is a functional wallet by day and stylish clutch by night. She is known for her carry-all attitude and total cool factor. Be effortlessly in style with Sheila & Lauren. Starting at $110 at You’ve Been Framed. 57th & Western. 361-9229.

Kickin’ It!

Lane boots have arrived at Dirt Road Diamond Boutique! Several beautiful styles and patterns to choose from. Dirt Road Diamond Boutique. 2312 W. 69th St. (605) 274-3478.

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brewer must produce less than 6 million barrels per year. Independent. Less than 25 percent of the craft brewery can be owned or controlled by an alcoholic beverage industry that is not itself a craft brewer. Traditional. A brewery must have the majority of its total beverage alcohol volume in beers whose flavor is derived from traditional or innovative brewing ingredients and their fermentation. Flavored malt beverages are not considered beers. In short, craft breweries are making some really unique beers that will delight your palate. Here are some reasons you should drink craft beer:

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Knees and lower legs are at greatest risk of injury, for example, a stress fracture in your foot, shin splints, Achilles tendonitis, or various conditions that cause knee pain. Most injuries rarely need surgery, Dr. McPherson said. Treatment often includes pain management while you heal, recommendations for changing your workout patterns, a different kind of shoes or sole insert, or physical therapy or other rehabilitative therapy. Amy Bates, 37, trains with an Avera Sports Institute triathlon group. She started running for her middle and high school track teams, and continued running during her college and young adult years to stay in shape, and for pure enjoyment. She hurt her knee in college, and was considering training for marathons when her knee injury resurfaced in 2010. “I realized that as you get older, running puts a lot of wear and tear on your knees.” Her husband, Chris, got interested in triathlons, and Amy soon followed. “When I went to his first race, there was an energy and excitement that I wanted to be part of.” Amy and Chris train six days a week at 5 a.m. Because they

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On the way there, you can view beautiful lighthouses, jetties, and even a historical castle. Located nearby Stellwagen Bank is Jeffrey’s Ledge and Tillies Bank, both of which are also prime whale feeding grounds. Numerous species of whales are found at these feeding grounds, because of the bountiful marine habitat. Just a short drive or train ride northeast of Boston, Gloucester is home to America’s original seaport and the oldest working art colony in North America. Gloucester has several beaches available for visitors, including Good Harbor Beach, Cressy’s Beach, Wingaersheek Beach, Pavilion Beach, Plum Cove Beach, any more. Most of these beaches provide breathtaking views of Gloucester Harbor, and some even have a view of Boston’s skyline on the horizon. There are also many lighthouses located in Gloucester. Eastern Point Lighthouse was built in 1890, is 36 feet tall, and has a white light that flashes every 5 seconds. Its large lighthouse station serves as housing for the U.S. Coast Guard, and was once home to artist Winslow Homer. Eastern Point Wildlife Sanctuary is located on a peninsula near the Eastern Point Lighthouse, and consists of 45 acres of butterflies, seabirds, and more, depending on what time of year it is. Ten Pound Island Lighthouse is located on Ten Pound Island in Gloucester Harbor, with a red light that flashes every 6 seconds. Constructed in 1821 and rebuilt in 1881 of cast iron and brick lining, the tower is 30 feet tall. Ten Pound Island housed America’s very first coast guard station. The only way to visit Ten Pound Island is via boat, however the island and the lighthouse can be viewed

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from Pavilion Beach, Stacey Boulevard, and Stage Fort Park in Gloucester. There is a thriving culinary scene in Gloucester, from fresh seafood to Italian cuisine, there is something for everyone with an appetite. The Cape Ann Brewing Company is located in Gloucester, where you can take a tour of the brew house, enjoy a pint of beer, and enjoy some entertainment at The Pub. The new Harbor Walk highlights 42 stories and award-winning short films that feature the history and culture of the area. Overlooking Gloucester Harbor is Beauport, the Sleeper-McCann House. It was the summer home of one of America’s first professional interior designers, Henry Davis Sleeper. It is now a National Historic Landmark, and still houses Sleeper’s lifetime collection of things throughout each of the forty rooms. No two rooms are the same, and visitors can take an intriguing tour as they learn about Sleeper and his housekeeper, as well as the second owners of the house, the McCanns. Gloucester Fisherman’s Memorial is an 8-foot-tall bronze statue of a fisherman dressed in oilskins, standing at the wheel of his ship. It is also known as “Man at the Wheel” or “Fishermen’s Memorial Cenotaph”, and is modeled after Capt. Clayton Morrissey. Another fun fact is that Gloucester has been officially designated a Green Community by the Massachusetts Department of Energy and Environmental Affairs. Rockport, Massachusetts also has several pristine beaches, historical lighthouses and landmarks. Many historic attractions are over 250 years old. Motif No. 1, which is Rockport’s trademark, is the most painted building in the world. Images

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of the iconic fishing shack on Bearskin Neck are recognized and known internationally, because of the number of times it has been painted and printed, and sold as art. The Paper House in Rockport is one of the most unique things you will ever see, an actual house made from newspaper. It was built in 1922, by Elis F. Stenman, who was the mechanical engineer who designed the machines that make paper clips. Along with the house, the furniture inside was also made from paper, including a piano, and a desk and chair. The beaches in Rockport are gorgeous, including Front Beach, Back Beach, Old Garden Beach, Long Beach, and more. Back Beach is home to one of the best scuba diving areas in the region. On Sunday evenings, the Rockport Legion Band performs free outdoor concerts at the bandstand across the street from the beach. Front Beach features Sandy Bay, and is the perfect beach for swimming. There are a number of restaurants and shops located nearby Front Beach, making it ideal for the start of an entire day of activities. Long Beach offers one of the best views of Thacher Island’s twin lighthouses, and is about a mile long. The Thacher Island Twin Lighthouses, or Twin Lights, is a National Historic Landmark and has a white light that flashes 5 times every 20 seconds. Also known as Cape Ann Light Station, twin Lights are the only multiple lights on the coasts of the United States. They are also among the oldest of America’s lighthouses, built in 1771 and 1789. The towers are 124 feet tall. Straitsmouth Island Lighthouse has a green light flashing every 6 seconds and marks the entrance to Rockport Harbor. It was built in 1896 and stands 37 feet tall. Straitsmouth Island is owned by the Massachusetts Audubon Society as a bird and wildlife sanctuary.

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The Town of Essex, Massachusetts, is home to more restaurants and food establishments per capita than any other town in New England. Local seafood is a specialty, but the variety of fine dining is plentiful. Essex is also considered by many to be America’s Antique Capital, with over 30 shops within one mile. In addition to the many antique shops, you will find several fine art galleries and specialty shops. The Essex Shipbuilding Museum displays artifacts from the days when Essex was a small New England village that built more ships more than any other place in the world. Cogswell’s Grant is an 18th century farmhouse overlooking the Essex River, and is a museum which houses a collection of American folk art originally owned by Bertram and Nina Fletcher Little. Manchester-by-the Sea is the first Cape Ann community you will find when arriving from the South, and is only 20 miles north of Boston. This residential community surrounds one of New England’s most picturesque harbors, and is home to many quaint shops and restaurants, as well as historical buildings. Manchester is probably best known for its beautiful beaches, commercial lobstering, and the renowned yachting harbor. Singing Beach is said to be one of the nicest beaches in Massachusetts, and has clear blue waters and white sands. It is the perfect beach for relaxing and soaking in the sun, all while enjoying an Italian ice from the snack bar. Although there are no major attractions located here, there are about 20 local shops and restaurants to browse through, including the Trask House Museum on Union Street. Cape Ann has so many things to experience, all wrapped up into its four beautiful communities. There is a new thrill to be had every day on Cape Ann.

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imagine the look on a sport fan’s face when you gift them eggs with their esteemed logo on it? These too, are too cool. Crack up these hard shells but don’t peel them. Instead, drop it into dye. When you do this, you create a crazy mosaic of color on the flesh of the white. These would be wild to devil and serve up to friends or coworkers. You could also peel a few broken pieces off and then re-dip it into another color. For little fingers who always want to help, you can capture their finger prints on the outside of the egg and make clever critters out of them. We made a pink bunny and a little yellow chick. These are fun for everyone and there is plenty of space to make at least a few creatures on each egg. All that glitters usually isn’t edible and this case is no different. We decided to take a step back and bust out the sparkles and glitter. Done on a plastic egg, three glue sticks later, we have the

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official center piece for my spring stylings. You could also use some modge podge and roll the plastic egg in glitter for another version of this eggless design. Lastly, get wild with it. Forget the cardboard cut outs and grab the eyeshadow and a highlighter. Mark irregular spots on an already brown egg and then run some brown shadow on it. Outline the spots with a marker and then grab the shimmer. Rub all over the egg to revel this ever popular cheetah print. Fashionistas rejoice; eggs too can be stylish. Eggs aren’t just for Easter anymore — they are so much more. They remind us of the promise that is spring and they naturally gather people together to decorate, design and devour. They are a symbol of life and all the joy it brings. So to you, may this spring surround you with joyful friendships, inspiring ideas and healthy beginnings. Cheers!

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Crazy Container Materials Needed: Clear, plastic container with a lid, small objects that will keep the attention of young children, such as pom-pons, ribbon, ribber bands, plastic stickers, dice, beads, mini erasers, etc., super glue or hot glue. Instructions: Fill your container 1/2 full with water. Next, add objects of your choice, creating a visual stimulant with sparkle, color, and texture. Fill the rest of the container with water, and apply glue to the inside of the lid before screwing it on tightly. If any glue leaks out, be sure to remove it completely. Let the glue dry before your child plays with the container. This craft requires close supervision while making and playing with it, in order to avoid any hazards to young children.

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Coffee Filter Daffodil Materials Needed: 2 coffee filters, 1 green chenille stem, yellow watercolor paint, paintbrush, scissors, paper plate, glue stick, and 2 paper towels. Instructions: Flatten out one of the coffee filters onto the paper plate. Paint the coffee filter with yellow water color paint, then move the painted coffee filter to a paper towel and lay flat to dry completely. Repeat these steps with the second coffee filter. When the filters are dry, take one and fold it in half, then fold it in half again, and again, and finally a fourth time. Hold the filter at the bottom and use the scissors to cut around the edges, creating the petals of the daffodil. Take the green chenille stem and cut a 1.5 inch piece off one end. Set this aside. Take the other coffee filter and fold it in half once, and then again. Reopen this filter, and see that you can now see where the center is. Poke the chenille stem through the center of the second filter, until about 2 inches is poked through. Roll the filter around itself to form the inner part of the daffodil, then use a glue stick to adhere it. Take the first coffee filter (with the petals), and poke the end of the chenille stem through the center, bringing the first filter up to the second filter that you just turned into the start of the daffodil. Turn the stem and filters upside down, and grab onto the petaled filter (bottom one) with your fingers. Gather it around the tubed filter and secure it by wrapping the extra piece of chenille stem around the part you are holding. Turn it back upright, then mold the petals with your fingers until they are spread out and look like a daffodil.

Baby Bluebird Nest Materials Needed: Eggs dyed in Robinâ€™s egg blue color, disposable bowl, shredded brown paper, googly eyes, orange card stock, scissors, and glue. Instructions: Spread glue on the inside of your disposable bowl, then line the bowl with brown shredded paper. Dot some glue on the bottom of your dyed eggs, then place them carefully in the brown paper, which should now look like a nest. Cut some small diamond shapes out of the orange card stock, then fold them in half. Glue these onto the eggs to create a beak for your birds. Next, glue the googly eyes above the beak, and you have baby birds in the nest. Use this craft as a decoration for spring, and something for your kids to show off to your guests.

Pom Pom Poppers Materials Needed: Scissors, rubber band, uninflated balloon, paper or plastic cup, and pom poms (or mini marshmallows) Instructions: Cut off the bottom of the paper cup. Tie a knot at the end of the balloon, then snip off 1/2 inc from the top. Stretch the balloon over the end of the cup that was cut off, positioning the knot in the center. Hold the balloon in place and secure it with a rubber band. Place a pom pom or mini marshmallow into the cup so it fits into the knotted center of the balloon. Aim the cup away from yourself and others, pull the knot back, and release. Watch the pom pom or marshmallow go soaring through the sky!

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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.

The Littlest Bunny in South Dakota by Lily Jacobs Celebrate South Dakota with your family this Easter! From Huron, Rapid City, Sioux Falls, and Aberdeen, The Littlest Bunny in South Dakota showcases South Dakota’s most famous landmarks. Every page of this adorable new series features fanciful illustrations rendered in beautiful spring pastels that chronicle the Easter Bunny’s journey as he delivers eggs to all of the children of South Dakota. www.sourcebooks.com

Hop! Hop! by Leslie Patricelli The Easter Bunny is coming! It’s time to dye eggs. Did you know that red and blue make purple? That blue and yellow make green? That an art project may result in a multicolored Baby? There are bunny ears to wear (for the dog and cat, too) and an Easter basket to put out before bedtime. What will Baby find inside it the next morning? Ages 0 mos - 3 yrs www.candlewickpress.com

Chooky-Doodle-Doo by Jan Whiten illustrator: Sinead Hanley When one big-eyed chick fails to yank its prize worm from the ground, it’s time to bring in a friend—and then another, and another. But if adding a rooster to the crew still doesn’t do the trick, could it be that a worm isn’t always what it seems? Each turn of the page brings a new number and a new rhyme in this delightful debut from both author and illustrator. Ages 2 yrs - 5 yrs candlewickpress.com

Peep and Ducky Rainy Day by David Martin When Peep visits Ducky on a rainy day, the little pals have no trouble finding things to do. Inside, there is a tent to build and a pillow fight to be had. And outside, with the help of galoshes and umbrella, it’s fun to captain a boat—until a whoosh of wind and a clap of thunder sends them running back in! Perfectly tuned to a toddler sensibility, this exuberant tale will enchant both listener and reader. Ages 0 mos - 3 yrs candlewickpress.com

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Peep and Ducky by David Martin Ready, set, go! Whether you’re playing pretend games (beep, beep) or flying off the slide (kathump), flopping into a puddle (splish, splash) or running around a tree (“Can’t catch me!”), an afternoon at the park is so much better when your best buddy is there. Follow two adorable friends at play in a read-aloud for the very young that trips off the tongue. Ages 0 mos - 3 yrs candlewickpress.com

Cutie Pie Looks for the Easter Bunny

Pookie Pop Plays Hide-and-Seek

A Tiny Tab Book Cutie Pie’s friends all have Easter eggs but Cutie cannot find the Easter Bunny to get her egg. Wherever can he be? Little readers will love joining in with Cutie Pie’s search. Ages 0 mos - 3 yrs candlewickpress.com

A Tiny Tab Book It’s Pookie Pop’s birthday and she’s having fun playing hide-and-seek with her friends. Even the youngest of readerrs can join in on the game by pulling the tabs to find all Pookie Pop’s friends. Ages 0 mos - 3 yrs candlewickpress.com

If I Had a Triceratops by George O’Connor Wouldn’t it be great to have a triceratops for a pet? If you had one, it would probably be your best friend. It would always want to play with you, and it would always know how you’re feeling. On dark and stormy nights, if your triceratops got scared, you could let it sleep in your room. True, a triceratops is a little on the huge side, but that just means more pet to love, and more pet to love you right back! Just imagine your very own pet triceratops running out to greet you at the end of the day. Ooof! Wouldn’t that be the best thing ever? Ages 3 -7 yrs candlewickpress.com

Peppa Pig and the Treasure Hunt Count with Maisy, Cheep, Cheep, Cheep! by Lucy Cousins It’s bedtime, but where have all of Mommy Hen’s chicks gone? Maisy is quickly on the case to find them, and little readers can help, too — by lifting the flaps to see who’s hiding in the stable, by the tractor, or up in the apple tree. Will all ten chicks be safe and accounted for by the last turn of the page? Ages 2 - 5 yrs candlewickpress.com

Entertainment One Peppa Pig and her little brother, George, are excited about spending the day with Granny Pig and Grandpa Pig. But when they arrive, they’re even more surprised to find Grandpa Pig wearing a pirate hat and Grandma Pig holding a map. It’s time for a treasure hunt in the backyard! X marks the spot—but how will they get there, and what will they find? Ages 2 yrs - 5 yrs candlewickpress.com

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Here Comes Peter Cottontail by Dick Rogen, DVM Horizon Pet Care, 1100 East Holly Boulevard, Brandon, SD 57005 • (605) 582-8445

ith Easter here, the popularity of bunnies increases every year. They are cute, cuddly and do make wonderful pets. There are, however, a few important things to consider. Pet rabbits come in a variety of sizes, shapes and hair coats. Make sure you do your research before starting your journey with a bunny for a pet. They range in size from dwarf varieties that have a mature weight of 3 pounds up to breeds used for meat production that may top 15 pounds. They also have different types of fur that will require more or less grooming, depending upon which you choose. The Angora or long hair rabbits will take some time to brush and clean, where the short coated Dutch are “maintenance free”. Some do like being bathed and brushed, while others are sure it is the work of the devil. Housetrained rabbits are becoming more popular. They do not require walking or large amounts of exercise and can be trained to use a litter box just like a cat. There are numerous articles available to explain training them, and once trained many of them are very dependable. We still recommend that they are confined when you are not present. Rabbits have a need to chew to wear down their teeth and your furniture could become a target. Feeding a rabbit is the most important thing for their health. They require a good quality pellet that has a balance of vitamins and minerals especially for them. In addition, they need long stem Timothy hay and hard safe items to chew on to keep their teeth healthy.

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Rabbits’ teeth grow continually through life and need to be “worn down” properly or they will become painful. Just like cats and dogs, they need to be handled, petted and talked to every day to stay tame and calm. They certainly do like human contact and appear to listen to our conversations very closely. Your secrets are safe with them. Rabbits often require spaying or neutering. This is done to keep their personalities calm and constant. The hormonal desire to mate can make them a bit less dependable. Make no mistake, this soft and meek little pet can have a spicy side to them. They can bite and scratch if they are not happy. Some also have the desire to dig a burrow just like the wild rabbits. If it becomes a problem we can declaw their front feet, but usually this is unnecessary. Most digging can be controlled by confining when not supervised and limiting their areas in your home. It is just their instincts kicking in. Domestic rabbits are very different from their cousins that live in the backyard. Their wild relatives do not usually make the best house pets. Avoid the temptation to take a baby bunny into your home. Quite often they are not abandoned, but the mother is a safe distance away. Their mothers will wait quietly until you leave to retrieve their babies. Just like any pet, do your homework. Read about taking care of these furry little creatures and make sure they are a good choice for your family. They are fun, smart and can be a great experience.

Mary Jane, best friend of Scott & Sara Kuhnert

Mesa, best friend of Ashley & Matthew Rigge

Miss Kitty, best friend of Mitch & Donna Wiese

Odin, best friend of Thor & Orion

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Molly, best friend of Carrie

Remi, best friend of Eric Christians

Scarlet, best friend of Will

Tucker, best friend of Lynnea

Teddy, best friend of Susan Olson

Each month we will choose and feature cute pets. Your pet could be next, so send in a picture today. Email your photo – just one per pet – to etc.mag@sio.midco.net. Please make sure they are high-resolution photos (the highest setting on your camera). Include in email: pet’s name and owner’s name. Pet owners must own the rights to all submitted photos. Woody, best friend of Nick Jones

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Mound Builder’s Village By Bruce Blake

P Mounder Builder’s Village Sioux Falls, Sherman Park

ioneer archeologist Dr. W. H. Over recorded that the prehistoric builders of the nearby Sherman Park burial mounds lived in a 10-acre village on a lower terrace south of this location. The village extended west from 26th Street and Kiwanis Avenue to the Big Sioux River. These builders were of the Late Woodland culture (300 to 1000 A.D.), and the village was a permanent year-round settlement with a farming economy. People of this period were the first to use the bow and arrow and to grow maize (corn). They continued ritualistic customs of earlier periods, including use of mounds for interment. Burial mounds represented an elaborate form of ceremonial conduct. In 1922 Stringham Brothers contracted to grade the Minnehaha Country Club property at this site. Their plows turned up many old fireplaces and refuse heaps. Debris found included pottery fragments of the Woodland style, flint arrow points, knives, scrapers, stone implements of several types, and crushed buffalo bones. These ancients had secured food by primitive farming and hunting and by the gathering of edible plants, berries, acorns and other nuts. After inspecting this site, Dr. Over observed “. . . It is evident that the village had been occupied for a long time.” DEDICATED IN 2000 BY THE MINNEHAHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY, ROBERT FROST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, AND THE CITY OF SIOUX FALLS.

Mound Builders Village This artist’s conception is of the mound builders village which was located south of Sherman Park. The village began on the ridge or terrace at the intersection of 26th Street and Kiwanis Avenue and extended west to the Big Sioux River. Image owner: Carl Grupp.

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Domestic Duties Woodland women are shown performing various tasks: grinding seed with the aid of a mano and a grinding slab, working with a fresh deer hide, and decorating a ceramic vessel by paddling the exterior with a cord-wrapped stick. Image owner: Robin Farrington.