2020_10_EtcMagazine_Volume19_Issue10

October 2020 Volume 19 • Issue 10 Expo

Pumpkin Pecan Cake Simple & Fun Halloween Crafts The Kaufmann House Mystery

A

F E S T I VA L

O F

M E AT

2401 South Carolyn Avenue – Sioux Falls | 605.361.6328

@CarnavalGrill

CRAVING AN EASIER

WAY TO ORDER? — START YOUR ORDER AT —

cbgsd.com or text CARNAVAL to 33733 By using this service, you consent to receive text messages sent by an automatic telephone dialing system. Messaging & data rates may apply. Your use of the service is governed by chownow.com/privacy-policy and tatango.com/privacy-policy.

8

October 2020

out & about CONCIERGE

Now Open: Chef Lance’s On Phillips 8

October 2020 12

The Kaufmann House Mystery 18

CALENDAR HISTORY

56

shop

THE A LIST 49

23

57

nest

AT HOME

The Kelly & Tania Grogan Home 23

MAN IN THE KITCHEN I Miss Restaurants 32

Accidentally on Purpose 38

Pumpkin Pecan Cake 40

VINO RECIPES

friends & family

KNICK KNACKS OF LIFE

FOR KIDS

“Mom, what should I be for Halloween?” 42

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

What Are Warning Signs of Breast Cancer? 46

Advancing Breast Health 53

Simple and Fun Halloween Crafts 58

CUTE KIDS Submit Your Child’s Photo 62

BEST FRIENDS Submit Your Pet’s Photo 64

Sioux Falls’ Favorite Women’s Magazine Publisher

Graphic Design

Angela Efting Ellerbroek

Jen (Sandvig) Pfeiffer Design Loft, LLC

(605) 334-2479 email: etc.mag@sio.midco.net www.etcsiouxfalls.com www.facebook.com/etcforher

iStockphoto® used on the following pages: 6, 22, 32, 34, 38, 56

etc. for her is published monthly and distributed free in Sioux Falls. The content used in this magazine is copyright 2020 etc. for her and may not be reprinted in part or in

4 contents whole without written consent by the publisher. All articles and editorial material represent the opinions of the respective authors.

EEAR WBEECW AUS WE CARE

concierge 8 Now Open: Chef Lance’s On Phillips

calendar 12 October 2020

history 18 The Kaufmann House Mystery

out &about

Make your health matter.

3D Mammography Screening Get the most from your yearly breast exam by scheduling a 3D mammogram.

3D technology offers a clearer picture of your breast health, meaning earlier detection and fewer false alarms.

Call your local Sanford Health clinic to schedule your mammogram

edith.sanfordhealth.org 011004-00870 9/20

Now Open:

Chef Lance’s On Phillips

BY MARY MICHAELS | PHOTOS BY JULIE PRAIRIE PHOTOGRAPHY

8 out and about |

CONCIERGE

Hours: Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm (kitchen closed 2-5pm) | Fri-Sat 11am-10pm (kitchen closed 2-5pm) 431 N. Phillips Ave. Suite 100 | Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57106 605-271-7800 | www.cheflance.com | orderfromcheflance@gmail.com

I

f it’s both terrifying and amazing, then you should definitely pursue it.

Those words are hanging in a frame on the wall of Chef Lance’s on Phillips, a new restaurant that opened last month in Falls Center on the north end of Phillips Avenue.

Chef and owner Lance White knows a thing or two about getting past the “terrifying” to get to the “amazing” parts of what he enjoys, which is creating delicious food. He brings 25 years of life experience to his latest venture, having started out as a 17-year-old learning to cook on the job and evolving into catering, personal chef services, a café operator and running a family meal prep business.

Chef Lance’s On Phillips brings all of those experiences together under one roof.

And, it just so happens that the roof has a little history. The building, built in 1899, originally served as a warehouse for Jewett Brothers and Jewett Wholesale Grocers.

In the early 1990’s, Koch Hazard restored the four-story space, which then became home to their offices and other businesses.

The main floor of the building, where Chef Lance’s opened, is arguably one of the most unique spaces downtown. For those who remember the location as a brew pub nearly 25 years ago, or more recently as Luciano’s, the beautiful bones of the building still exist – the hardwood floors, wood beams and columns, along with walls of exposed brick and quartzite.

Even the original bar remains, with just an updated coat of white paint on the wood below the hammered metal bar top.

It’s just like this restaurant was made to be there, even though Chef Lance wasn’t looking for a new space.

“I had operated a café at Joe Foss Field and then went to work as a chef for Buffalo Ridge Resort in Gary, South Dakota,” Chef

etc. for her | October 2020 9

Lance explains. “When I came back, I just saw the need for meal prep services for busy families, so we rented kitchen spaces around town, so we have been doing that along with catering.”

As COVID-19 hit, Chef Lance saw the demand for his family meals increase.

Where he had previously been doing his family meal prep one day a week, he found that quickly expanding to five days a week.

Then, he saw a friend’s posting on social media about the availability of the Falls Center space.

“Since I knew the building owner, I decided I’d call about the space,” says Chef Lance. “Taking the whole main floor was outside of our interest and our budget, however. But then, one thing led to another and Rehfeld’s took the front part, which made it very manageable for us to

10 out and about |

CONCIERGE

consider a restaurant in the back half.”

Now, Chef Lance and his team have a kitchen that is five times larger than the space they had before, so they were able to develop the restaurant concept and still keep their monthly catering contracts and their meal prep service.

When it came to developing the menu, Chef Lance reached into his past experience.

“Most chefs will tell you that they go with what they know,” he explains. “Some of our menu items are dishes that I’ve entered into competitions over the years. Some won, others didn’t. But, I know they work.”

A couple of those go-to creations include the Cheese Curd Burger, featuring Stenslands cheese curds and Breadsmith buns, and handmade tater tots made from hashbrowns, bacon, cheese and sour cream. The lunch menu has a tasty variety

of salads, burgers, sandwiches and wraps.

For dinner, customers will recognize the names of favorite dishes, like Beef Wellington, Chicken Parmesan or Penne ala Vodka; however, Chef Lance explains, every chef who makes these dishes enjoys putting their own fresh spin on them.

Along with sourcing great products from local businesses like Stenslands and Breadsmith, they partnered with Chef April Austin of April’s Cakes and Confections for all their deserts.

“We know our strengths of preparing great food, and these partners just help us make our menu event better. And, we look forward to creating more partnerships along the way.”

Chef Lance adds that while he will tweak the menu as he goes, he focused on dishes he knew they could make well over and over

again, as well as on keeping it affordable.

“We are a family-friendly place,” Chef Lance says, “and we want that to show in the comfortable environment and in the food we prepare. We do have a beer and wine license, but we aren’t a ‘bar.’ This is a place where anyone can come to enjoy good food and good company.”

If you have a larger group, or a special occasion to celebrate, consider reserving the Black Tie Room, which is a private dining area behind the bar. Its black and white décor and comfortable setting make it ideal for groups up to 30. When they moved a large hutch into this space (a piece they “inherited” when they moved in), Chef Lance and his wife Jenny realized that left a big empty wall to fill in the dining room.

“We had seen another restaurant that had an actual tree inside the space, and

it was called Jeremiah’s Tree of Hope in memory of their son, who they lost to a tragic accident. We knew we didn’t have space for a real tree, but we thought, ‘what if we painted one?’”

The Whites enlisted the help of an artist to fill the wall space with a large tree branching off in many directions. Then they give customers the opportunity to write on paper leaves that are then placed on the branches. Even in the first week of business, the tree was already filling out nicely.

“Some people write kind comments about the food or notes to our staff,” says Chef Lance. “But others are sharing short prayers or other positive messages. This is our way to share hope.”

The key to success here, Chef Lance believes, is their family focus.

“This is run by our family for your

family,” he says.

Chef Lance’s wife Jenny works in the office, and they have two sons and two daughters working at the restaurant – as well as Jenny’s brother. In addition, Chef Lance called on close friends to help with everything from construction to cooking and managing the restaurant.

Their passion and their mission can be explained by another framed piece hanging on the wall: The best things in life are the people we love, the places we’ve been and the memories made along the way.

Health and Safety Note: All restaurant staff wear masks, and they are cleaning on a regular basis. To ensure social distancing, Chef Lance’s On Phillips is encouraging patrons to call to reserve a table or make reservations online.

etc. for her | October 2020 11

October Humor for Heroes Williams and Ree Thursday, October 1 • 7pm Sanford Pentagon Humor for Heroes featuring Williams and Ree presented by Sanford Health is being held to thank the community’s essential workforce during the COVID-19 pandemic. Safety guidelines and protocols will be followed during the event. INFO 605-312-7900.

Stained Glass – Hocus Pocus Witch Thursday, October 1, Monday, October 12 or Thursday, October 22 5:30-8:45pm Instructional Planning Center – 201 E. 38th St.

12 out and about |

Join us to create this not-so-scary witch out of stained glass. Learn to cut stained glass and then use the copper foil method to prepare the glass for soldering everything together. Finish your witch with the cutest of wire and bead embellishments of your styling. All materials included to make one sweet little witch. Info at https:// www.flipsnack.com/SFSDComEd/ Alter It – Everything Old is New Again Thursday, October 1 & 8 • 6:30-8pm Instructional Planning Center 201 E. 38th St. Rip it, Sew It, Cut It, Fix It! Learn to do basic alterations to your most beloved pieces in no time! Join

CALENDAR

2020

Please call ahead to check events for cancellations or postponements.

Sarah Larson as she shows ways to crop a top, patch a hole in denim or a sweater, and turn a dress into two pieces. Learn basic ideas on quick alterations as well as try out some new techniques on thrifted garments and get ready to try your hand on your own item(s) to alter!

Give new life to outfits destined for the dump! Sarah can help sew items with a sewing machine if needed.

Bring clothing piece to alter; other material included. Ages 14 and up.

Info at https://www.flipsnack.com/ SFSDComEd/ October Art & Wine Walk Friday, October 2 • 5pm Downtown Sioux Falls 230 S. Phillips Ave.

Admission: $20 A wide variety of artists and wine samples await, as you visit locations on both sides of the river in downtown Sioux Falls. Viewing the art and meeting artists is FREE, and for just $20, you’ll get a wristband to enjoy sampling wine at each location. You can also purchase wine by the glass for $5.

Washington Pavilion Free First Friday Friday, October 2 301 S. Main Avenue Join us for Free First Fridays, whether you are new to the area, new to the Pavilion or even a regular visitor! Free admission to the Kirby Science Discovery

Center and Visual Arts Center.

Various science activities including Avera Stage Science and fascinating demonstrations with our science center interactors.

Exciting scavenger hunts and artist receptions in the Visual Arts Center.

Discounted tickets to educational films in the Wells Fargo CineDome.

Great prize drawings, such as free memberships, show tickets, special event promotions and more Washington Pavilion/Sioux Falls Country Apple Orchard Harvest Festival Saturday, October 3 • 10am Sunday, October 4 • 11am 27249 SD Highway 115 Harrisburg Harvest Fest activities includes tractor wagon rides to pick your own apples and pumpkins, pony rides, kiddie train rides, inflatable playground, children’s barn, homemade apple pies, caramel apples, Kettle Korn, Big O’s Apple BBQ pulled pork, apple brats,

and much more. This is a great experience for the whole family.

Discover Your Night Life – Dream Analysis & Self Therapy Saturday, October 3, December 5 & 12 3-4:30pm • Live Online In dreamland, a little voice is trying to reach out to us. What is it saying? Dreaming provides a voice to unspoken feelings, information, and tools to guide in enlightenment, and self-realization by revealing the messages hidden in dreams. Decoding the messages in our dreams may clarify the path to personal satisfaction or self-realization. An introductory meeting will start your study on the emotional and physiological mechanisms of dream settings and elements. You’ll receive a dream tracking sheet, chart your dreams, then return to the virtual classroom in December for analysis based on the dimension of the unknown, dream science. Recommended

class reading: The Other Side of the Curtain by Nadia Bijaoui offered as an option to include as an e-book or paperback. Info at https://www. flipsnack.com/SFSDComEd/ Wilde Prairie Winery Harvest Festival Saturday, October 3 • 12-5pm 48052 259th St. Brandon, SD Kabob King food truck, Vermillion Brothers 1-5pm, Grand A Alpacas, bounce house, temporary tattoos, pumpkin painting and vendors.

INFO www.wildeprairiewinery.com Oak Ridge Nursery Fall Harvest Festival Saturday, October 3 • 8am-5pm 2217 S Splitrock Blvd.

Brandon, SD Find festive fall decor and enjoy extra discounts on trees, mums, houseplants and more. Plus there will be socially distanced pumpkin painting for the kids and individually served cookies and cider to enjoy while you shop around. Stop by to

Friday, Oct. 23 • 5:30 - 8:30 pm Saturday, Oct. 24 • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday, Oct. 25 • 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Great Plains Zoo Sioux Falls

spice up your fall spirit! Trees and shrubs will be 30% off for the day.

Mums 30% off. Fall Bulbs 20% off.

Houseplants, Cactus, Succulents 25% off. Gifts 25% off. INFO (605) 331-4421.

South Dakota Symphony Blissful Bach Saturday, October 3 • 7:30pm Washington Pavilion 301 S. Main Ave. Come back to the music with the grounding, timeless sounds of the master of Baroque composition.

Riverview Christmas Tree Farm Pumpkin Festival October 3 - 4 October 10 - 11 October 17 - 18 Riverview Christmas Tree Farm 48392 278th St., Canton, SD Join the fun! Bring out your family and friends to enjoy a fall day at Riverview Christmas Tree Farm’s Pumpkin Festival. Pumpkins will be available in multiple varieties from large to small. Pumpkin

E

very year, the Great Plains Zoo thrills kids and adults alike with ZooBoo, a Halloween extravaganza!

This year, visitors will enjoy: • Exploration of the entire Great Plains Zoo campus, with freeflowing movement!

• ZooBoo Grab Bags with sweets and goodies!

• Hundreds of painted and carved pumpkins!

• Creepy Carrousel and Spooky Savannah Express Train rides!

• ‘Sensory Saturday’ exclusively from 9-10 am for those with sensory needs!

In order to promote a safe, socially distanced experience, each ZooBOO event will be capacity managed. Pre-purchase your tickets online to skip the line and receive a discount: greatzoo.org/zooboo

etc. for her | October 2020 13

picking, scarecrow contest, pumpkin slingshot, free pumpkin games, free pumpkin painting, inflatables, hay rides, farm animals, fall crafts, food vendors, fall desserts, Riverview coffee, beer garden, South Dakota wine and so much more!

Essential Oils – Immune System Tuesday, October 6 • 6-7:30pm Instructional Planning Center 201 E. 38th St. Wondering if there’s room for oils in your life? From providing natural, holistic options to relieving symptoms of illness, supporting a healthy mind and body, and providing alternatives to traditional chemical household cleaning products, empower yourself with information to makeover your home and mindset! Learn from a longtime essential oil user. Registration includes an oil sample roller. Info at https://www.flipsnack.com/ SFSDComEd/ Stained Glass – Layered Stars Tuesday, October 6 5:30-8:45pm Instructional Planning Center 201 E. 38th St. Create a beautiful five-point open star perfect for your window or Christmas tree. You’ll learn the basics of glass cutting, how to prepare the glass for soldering, how to solder everything together and create accent solder beads for texture. You’ll be the star of this creative class! All materials included for one large star. Info at https:// www.flipsnack.com/SFSDComEd/ South Dakota Symphony: Stained Glass Concert with Dakota Wind Quintet Sunday, October 11 • 2:30pm Admission: $10 First Congregational Church 300 S. Minnesota Ave. Be enchanted with chamber music in intimate Sioux Falls settings!

Experience the brilliance of the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra musicians showcasing masterpieces of chamber music. Coffee and cookies will be served at intermission.

Call to Freedom’s 2020 Virtual CommUnity Breakfast Wednesday, October 14

14 out and about |

CALENDAR

Breakfast Live Stream: 7:30 am or Dinner Live Stream: 6:00 pm Free event (watch any time for FREE on October 14) Registration required. Register at CalltoFreedom.org/events As our only fundraising effort of the year, the CommUnity Breakfast is GOING VIRTUAL to fight human trafficking. Those we serve - many of whom arrive with only the clothes on their backs - rely on Call to Freedom to help them navigate a healthy path from victim to survivor.

Be part of the solution to end human trafficking.

K9 911 – Pet First Aid and CPR Wednesday, October 14 • 6:30-8pm Instructional Planning Center 201 E. 38th St. Your fur babies need you to be prepared. Walk in the woods?

Camping? Late night scare? It is almost a guarantee that emergencies never happen at a convenient time or location. Learn how to recognize a medical problem and administer care to your pup or kitty to help prevent a catastrophe. Purrfect for pet owners & families. Participants are invited to bring a stuffed animal for instructor led hands-on practice.

This is a human only class, so get a pup sitter if you need one! A First-Aid starter kit for each student is provided. Info at https://www. flipsnack.com/SFSDComEd/ Kid’s Activity Day Big Green Tractor!

Thursday, October 15 9-11:30am Old Courthouse Museum 200 West Sixth Street Learn about history and make your own crafts to take home. 15 minute sessions run throughout morning. Call to reserve times. Free admission. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com Floriculture!

Fall Pumpkin Floral Friday, October 16 • 6-8:30pm Instructional Planning Center 201 E. 38th St. Hey, Pumpkin! Create an arrangement using fresh florals and pumpkins. A medium to large sized arrangement, perfect for your

FA L L HARVEST SALE NOW-NOVEMBER 1

UP TO 50% OFF ON SELECT ITEMS

WINTE R WA R M- UP NOVEMBER 20-22

GET THE FIRST LOOK AT ALL OUR HOLIDAY DECOR & GREENS SEE WEBSITE FOR SALE & EVENT DETAILS

NURSERY & LANDSCAPING oakridgenurser yinc.com 605.582.6565 â—† Brandon, SD

fall and Thanksgiving tables, or as a lovely gift. We’ll share tips and trick for floral arrangements and leave with a beautiful fall treasure.

Beginners welcome, no experience needed. All material included.

Info at https://www.flipsnack.com/ SFSDComEd/ Pumpkin Spice Printmaking – Linocut Saturday, October 17 & 24 4-5:30pm Instructional Planning Center 201 E. 38th St. Curious about printmaking?

Linocutting is a unique ancient artform that is like making your own hand cut fancy art stamps. Transfer your own doodles or choose from fall themed shapes and designs available at class. Use tools to gilde out the easy cut, butter soft linoleum and discover this very satisfying and reproducible technique. Finish cutting at home and return to learn ink rolling and printing stamps for art and cards. Trade with classmates if you wish! Info at https://www. flipsnack.com/SFSDComEd/

The Abbey Road Band “A Live Tribute to the Beatles” Saturday, October 17 • 6:30pm Admission: $10.00 El Riad Shrine 520 S. Phillips Ave. The El Riad Shrine Sprint Car Unit is hosting the 13th Annual Abbey Road Band live at the El Riad Shrine on Saturday October 17th. Doors open at 6:30.Roast Beef sandwiches will be served until gone. The Abbey Road Band starts at 8:00pm and will play until 11:30. Ticket and INFO 605-336-1117.

Rosemaling Demonstration at the Old Courthouse Museum Tuesday, October 20 • 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. Stop in any time for a demonstration or to ask questions!

INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com

An Evening with Paula Poundstone Thursday, October 22 • 7:30pm Washington Pavilion 301 S. Main Ave. Paula Poundstone is a humorist, author and comedian known for her clever, observational humor and spontaneous wit. When she isn’t collecting hotel soaps while on tour or panel-ing on NPR’s #1 show, Wait, Wait...Don’t Tell Me!, Paula hosts the popular Maximum Fun podcast, Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone. Nobody is a comedy field guide to life complete with taste tests, cats of the weeks and leading experts in everything from beekeeping to ping pong to prosopagnosia (say that 3 times fast).

INFO (605) 367-6000.

AKC All Breed Dog Show and Obedience Rally/Trial October 23 - 25 Expo Building W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds 100 N Lyon Blvd.

Come see 800 dogs competing in AKC Obedience, Rally Obedience,

and Conformation. Each day is an entirely new show.

Voices from the Past Lantern Tour of Woodlawn Cemetery Oct. 22 - 24 6:30, 6:50, 7:10, 7:30, 7:50 pm (8:10pm time on Fri & Sat also available) Woodlawn Cemetery Learn about some of the most interesting characters of Sioux Falls’ history, as local actors bring their colorful stories to life on a lantern light walk. 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. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com Sportsmen’s Showcase/Chris Young in Concert October 23 • noon October 24 • 10am Sioux Falls Convention Center Governor Noem’s Sportsmen’s Showcase is a family-friendly trade show specializing in all things outdoors including hunting, fishing,

GREAT SHOTS THE ONLY PLACE IN GOLF WHERE HIGH-SCORES ARE

BETTER!

CALL: 605.312.7950 | VISIT: 2505 West Benson Rd. Sioux Falls, SD 57107 16 out and about |

CALENDAR

recreation and more! We are thrilled to bring a variety of exhibitors to the Sioux Falls Convention Center & Arena and offer something for every outdoor enthusiast! INFO SouthDakotaShowcase.com ZooBoo October 23 • 5:30 - 8:30pm October 24 •10am - 5pm October 25 • 10am - 5pm Great Plains Zoo Over the course of three days, kids can wind their way through the decorated exhibits and walkways in the Zoo. Kids can collect their ZooBoo grab bag from stations within the Zoo, containing their sweet treats and goodies from our generous sponsors! Pre-purchase tickets online to skip the lines and get a discount! www.greatzoo.org/zooboo Menopause: the Musical Fri., October 23 • 7:30pm Sat.,October 24 • 2pm & 7:30pm Sun., October 25 • 2pm Orpheum Theater • 315 N. Phillips Come join our sisterhood! Four women at a lingerie sale have

nothing in common but a black lace bra AND memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more! This hilarious musical parody set to classic tunes from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles! See what more than 15 million women and fans worldwide have been laughing about for 18 years! It’s the Hilarious Celebration of Women and The Change!® South Dakota Symphony: Victory Songs Saturday, October 24 7:30pm Washington Pavilion 301 S. Main Avenue Experience the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra’s renowned Lakota Music Project for their debut on the Mary W. Sommervold stage.

The Creekside Singers (Lakota drumming group), Bryan Akipa (cedar flutist) and Stephen Bryant (bassbaritone) are featured in this unique concert showcasing how music serves as a bridge for cultural understanding.

INFO (605) 367-6000.

Fused Glass Art – Flowers in Vase Glass Thursday, October 29 • 6-pm Art Glass Coop – 3211 S. Prairie Ave. Grab your friends or schedule a date night to learn the intricate, yet simple art of glass fusing! Create a stunning fused glass still life of flower arrays in a vase. Give as a gift, use for framing, or on as easel to catch the sun! Perfect grandmother’s or Mother’s Day gifts! Materials included. Retail Asst. Manager Brody (of the feline type) will be at the studio. Info at https://www. flipsnack.com/SFSDComEd/ Compassionate Communication Thursday, October 29 6:30-8:30pm Instructional Planning Center 201 E. 38th St. Is there a relationship you’d like to improve? Maybe you’d like a deeper level of caring and connection with your significant other or maybe you’d like to enrich your relationship with your children. Maybe you’d like to enhance your interactions with coworkers and customers or improve

your ability to work with a team.

INFO https://www.flipsnack.com/ SFSDComEd/ Haunted Heartland Country Corn Maze Friday, October 30 • 6-9:30pm Saturday, October 31 • 6-9:30pm Admission: $8 for adults, $5 for kids ages 5-10, free for kids 4 and under Heartland Country Corn Maze 27455 SD Hwy 11 Great fun for all!

Navigate through this 11 acre corn maze in the design of the giraffe.

With maze map and questions, find checkpoints containing the answers.

Find hidden checkpoint for free treat. Bring flashlights. Concessions and restrooms are available. 7.5 foot paths for social distancing. Grounds close 1 hour after closing times. All hours are weather permitting. Cash or check only. No credit cards.

Trunk or Treat Saturday, October 31 • 1pm - 4pm HEGG Realtors Parking Lot 6225 S. Minnesota Avenue Families welcome!

With hundreds of frames to choose from, we have something for everyone.

Fun. Unique. Professional. Functional.

Visit our Optical Boutique and create a look (or two!) you’ll love.

>

Love what you see.

50% OFF a second pair!

B ECAUSE O N E LOOK I S N EV E R E N O U G H .

EYE CARE

6201 S. Minnesota Ave. (605) 274.6717

VSNS222-October ETC 1/2 Page FNL REV.indd 1

visions@sdvisions.com sdvisions.com

9/21/20 11:09 AM

etc. for her | October 2020 17

title

The Kaufmann House Mystery

BY WAYNE FANEBUST

T

he cool essence of October is Halloween, the chilly, autumnal time for ghost stories and other tales of suspense and horror, of which there are many. There is, of course, the old saw that “truth is stranger than fiction.� The Kaufmann house mystery bears evidence to the veracity of the old expression, for the terrible ordeal of young Agnes Polreis, who worked in that house, is one of truth in its most profound and painful form.

Whether one believes she died of disease or at the hands of her employer, the

18 out and about |

HISTORY

suffering of Agnes Polreis was tragic and brutal, but it was preventable.

Agnes Polreis, a 16 year old Hungarian immigrant, was hired to work as the livein maid for Emma Kaufmann, the wife of Moses Kaufmann, a millionaire Sioux Falls, S.D., businessman and part owner in a successful brewery. Agnes had been living with her family near the small town of Parkston, S.D., when, on February 15, 1906, she reported for work at the Kaufmann mansion. She could not speak English, but was not able to go to school,

for like other teenagers in a poor family, she had to work to supplement the meager income of her parents. She was promised that she would be working in a loving, caring home, but that was not to be. On June 1, she died a mysterious death that set in motion one of the most sensational and shocking criminal cases in South Dakota history.

Her body was quickly prepared for the grave in a manner that suggested a coverup. But foul play was suspected and after the body of Agnes Polreis was exhumed

and examined, by several doctors including the state medical examiners, it was discovered that the corpse bore evidence of 49 wounds, cuts and gashes.

Evidence surfaced indicating that Agnes had been beaten and tortured in the Kaufmann mansion. Emma Kaufmann was arrested and charged with murder.

Both sides lawyered up with hired guns.

Newspapers throughout the country jumped on the story, reporting it in graphic, lurid detail, setting off a lengthy battle of the presses. It was as if there was

a struggle among American newspapers to come up with the most sensational and prejudicial articles about the accused woman, with a total disregard of the matter of innocence or guilt.

Because they feared that the Minnehaha County prosecutor, Alpha F. Orr, would not strongly pursue the case, due to his ties to Moses Kaufmann, the Parkston people hired a special prosecutor, Sioux Falls attorney, Joe Kirby, known for his passion for justice and devotion to his client’s cause. The “dream team” for the

defense was led by Frank Aikens, a former South Dakota judge and a lawyer with a reputation for representing his clients with a bulldog’s unreasoning tenacity. Aikens would pound his fist, raise his voice to a thundering pitch, or, if need be, whisper and weep in front of a jury.

Because of the bizarre set of facts and the expectation of legal fireworks, the entire state was aroused; at the preliminary hearing in Sioux Falls, a mob threatened to lynch Emma Kaufmann. After the hearing was concluded, and the defendant

etc. for her | October 2020 19

was officially charged with murder, she and her husband, along with Minnehaha County sheriff, Nyrum Phillips, barely escaped the hands of the mob as their coach moved away up 7th Street to the Kaufmann mansion.

The Sioux Falls press, led by the Daily Argus-Leader, was mixed in its approach to reporting on the story of the case that had framed the city and state in a bad light. Because the Argus was a Republican paper and generally favored business interests over social justice, it was accused of sympathizing with the Kaufmanns. Another weekly paper, The Soo Critic, run by a firebrand Democrat, John Ross, took up the case for conviction with rabid eagerness, because Editor Ross hated the rich and believed that accumulated wealth could, and invariably would, lead to corruption and oppression of the people.

The defense legal team was able to get a continuation and a change of venue to Flandreau, S.D., allowing the Kaufmanns to get away from Sioux Falls and its lethally charged atmosphere of anger and outrage. But eventually, Emma

20 out and about |

HISTORY

Kaufmann was brought to trial in June of 1907. By this time, special prosecutor Joe Kirby had been replaced by George W. Egan from Iowa, a narcissistic man with an overweening appetite for selfaggrandizement. South Dakota — and the rest of the nation — braced itself for a courtroom show like no other. During the course of the trial, there were outbursts of wild applause by an audience on its feet that could barely be silenced by the angry judge and his gavel.

When the trial finally ended, Emma Kaufmann was convicted of manslaughter thus creating a spotlight for Egan, the new legal star in South Dakota. But Egan was allowed to bath in the bright light for a relatively short time, for Emma Kaufmann was granted a new trial due to numerous errors on the part of the special prosecutor. For example, in his closing argument, Egan told the jury that God had guided him to the Kaufmann mansion the very night that the defendant struck the fatal blows that led to the death of Agnes Polreis. For the South Dakota Supreme Court, it was an easy call to overturn the verdict because of Egan’s outrageous and

prejudicial antics, thus giving Aikens the satisfaction of having conducted the trial within the guidelines of the law.

At the second trial in June of 1909, also in Flandreau, Emma Kaufmann was convicted of battery only, and sentenced to pay $100.00 fine. She was set free immediately after the fine was paid by her husband. The bizarre verdict sparked renewed confusion and outrage in the public mind, leading to accusations that the jury had been bought. Newspapers in the state and other parts of America erupted in a final chorus of white-hot anger and condemnation of the jury and the legal system.

In the aftermath of the long, legal ordeal, Moses and Emma Kaufmann lived quietly in their stately mansion. But the stress and the financial and emotional strain were overpowering and both died within a few years after the second trial. Public fascination with the tragedy gradually faded away. The loss of interest or the death of the observers and participants in the dark drama, eventually led to community healing. In the final analysis, however, there was no justice for Agnes.

JOIN US FOR THE

LARGEST HOLIDAY SHOPPING EVENT OF THE SEASON!

NOVEMBER 13 &14, 2020 Fr iday 12noon–8PM Saturday 9AM–5PM

WH LYON FAIRGROUNDS Expo Building 100 N Lyon Blvd Sioux Falls, SD

250+ BUY ONE ADMISSION, GET ONE FREE ADULTS $7 • KIDS 12 & UNDER FREE

valid 11.13.20 & 11.14.20

Something for everyone on your Holiday Shopping List this season! Food Trucks, Goodies, Gourmet Coffee and More!

ADMISSION $7 · Kids 12 & under free | 605.332.6000 · www.blackincevents.com

at home 23 The Kelly & Tania Grogan Home

man in the kitchen 32 I Miss Restaurants

vino 38 Accidentally on Purpose

recipes 40 Pumpkin Pecan Cake

knick knacks of life 42 “Mom, what should I be for Halloween?�

health & well-being 46 What Are Warning Signs of Breast Cancer?

health & well-being 53 Advancing Breast Health

nest

The Kelly & Tania Grogan Home

BY MARY MICHAELS | PHOTOS BY JULIE PRAIRIE PHOTOGRAPHY

Uma linda casa.

In Portuguese, the language of Tania Grogan’s home country of Brazil, that phrase means a beautiful home. And, that is precisely what she and her husband Kelly have created.

Their story is a bit of a fairy tale. Tania grew up in a large family, living on a ranch in Brazil. Kelly is a Sioux Falls native, part of an

11-child Irish family. And they met…in Madison, South Dakota.

In 1974, Tania’s parents gave her a trip as a graduation gift.

Having studied languages, she wanted to visit the United States and assumed she would go to a larger city. But, she ended up in Madison, where Kelly happened to be attending Dakota State University (Dakota State College, at the time). They met in March, 1974. Not long after they met, Tania says, Kelly wrapped

etc. for her | October 2020 23

a gum wrapper around her finger.

“I asked him what he was doing,” she recalls, “and he said he was measuring my finger for a ring because he was going to marry me.”

She remembers not being too sure of the proposition at the time, because her entire family was in Brazil, and she couldn’t imagine staying so far away from them.

But, when she saw the warm and loving way Kelly interacted with his mother and his 10 siblings, she knew it was right. Tania traveled home that summer to her family, and returned with her parents to the U.S. in the fall for an October wedding.

The Grogans moved to their current house in 1991.

“It was very ‘70s,” Tania says. “Everything you can imagine from that era, including burlap wallpaper. Some of our friends had seen this house and passed on it, thinking it would take too much work. But, I love a challenge.”

Tania praises Kelly for being “very handy.”

“I can see what I want,” she explains.

“I can picture colors or how something

201 W 37th Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57105 605.271.2278 info@houndstoothhouse.com Store Hours Monday-Thursday: 10-6 | Friday: 10-5 If our hours don’t work with your busy schedule, call us to set up a time that works for you!

24 nest |

AT HOME

should look, and then I tell him my ideas and he can create it.”

Mixing colors and textures is how Tania approaches everything from decorating to cooking, including infusing plenty of culture – and references to family – along the way.

The living room is comfortable and inviting. The chairs hold colorful pillows with sugar skull images, a reference to Dia de los Muertos, or “day of the dead,” which is an annual celebration to remember family members who are gone.

The walls are filled with pictures of both Tania’s and Kelly’s families – their parents and siblings.

While they have made annual trips back to Brazil to visit Tania’s family, COVID-19 canceled their trip this year.

“We go in the summer, which is winter in Brazil. But, it is still 85 degrees there,” Tania says. “My mom is 95 now, so we hope to go back next summer.”

A special photo for Kelly is a black and white image of his parents and 10 kids (the arrival of the 11th was not yet known)

Start now on your bathroom project!

Visit the expanded showroom at Today’s StarMark Custom Cabinetry in north Sioux Falls and start your dream kitchen project today.

Our friendly design experts will help you discover exactly what you want for your home.

IN NORTH SIOUX FALLS 600 E 48TH STREET NORTH SIOUX FALLS SD JUST EAST OF THE AIRPORT DOPPLER BALL MONDAY– FRIDAY 8 –5 SATURDAY AND EVENINGS

BY APPOINTMENT T 605.977.3660 / T 800.669.0087 TODAYSSTARMARKCABINETRY.COM

etc. for her | October 2020 25

in a VW bus – a bus they took on a trip to New York City. Tania recalls an interesting story Kelly told her about that trip.

“Apparently, the family was there in New York City, and they were trying to cross a busy street,” says Tania. “They were just having trouble navigating that traffic, and then a police officer stopped traffic so they could all get across. It was like when you see people trying to help a goose and her goslings cross a street.

There even ended up being a picture of it in the newspaper.”

Because of the fond memories Kelly holds of family travels on the bus, there are VW bus references throughout the Grogan home – from art or a planter to a metal version with hooks for their keys.

That particular VW, Tania adds, bears the license plate of a model made in Brazil.

During the remodeling process, the Grogans flipped the kitchen around to create more cabinet space. The wood is Brazilian Eucalyptus, and the granite countertop is also from Brazil.

“It’s nice to feel like there is a little bit of ‘home’ here,” Tania says.

By changing the room around, they were also able to create a dining area and a beverage station. Shelves hang on the wall for mugs and boxes of tea, and a dark wood buffet holds the coffee maker and various mix-ins, from syrups to a little Bailey’s Irish Cream. A color print of Frida Kahlo holding a cup of tea hangs on the wall in the little alcove.

The Grogans have three children and are thrilled they all live close by. Next to the door from their kitchen out to the deck hangs a collection of photos featuring the smiling faces of their grandchildren.

Going up the stairs to the second floor, the opposite walls are brown and turquoise, and the railing has alternating spindles of wrought iron and white painted wood. Along with colorful art, some of Tania’s own photos hang on the turquoise wall leading up the stairs.

“The last time we were home in Brazil,

26 nest |

AT HOME

I wanted to not only get pictures of family, but also of the scenery around my parents’ ranch.”

She captured several black and white photos that hang in a collage, including scenes of the ranch land, the house with a hammock hanging on a porch and a closeup of the bell her parents would ring to call the children back to the house. Next to that hangs a framed trio of color images of sunsets at the ranch.

The colors in the guest bathroom at the top of the stairs are warm and earthy, but Tania added bright-colored photographs of flowers from their garden in rustic wood frames.

“We love to garden, and this way, I can have a little bit of summer all year round.”

Across the hall is a combination office and playroom-sleepover spot for the grandchildren, who range in age from 4 to 24. The Grogans enjoy being able to “hang out” with the older kids and being able to “play” with the younger ones.

Their oldest granddaughter is currently living with them, having moved from Chicago after the pandemic took hold.

“It was getting just too challenging for her to stay there,” Tania explains. “I moved some of my own things out of the guest room so she could make it her own. She’s a thrifter, so it’s been fun to see her take some of my ‘old’ things like vintage photo frames to put on the wall.”

The master bedroom features a traditional bedroom set in rich, dark wood with a few contemporary touches like lampshades with multi-color circles. In the corner stands a lovely blue cabinet that Kelly made for Tania to use as a quiet place for prayer. The shelf holds their Bible, photos of loved ones and other special mementos.

“This is a special place to just be quiet and think of our loved ones, especially those no longer with us.”

Aside from the special photos in her prayer corner, Tania likes to keep all of the photos in the bedroom to just those of

etc. for her | October 2020 27

Pheasant Opener Event • October 17th • 11am-3pm • local artists & artisans • handmade jewelry • furniture • photography • stones and crystals • reclaimed & re-imagined pieces • trendy clothing

27102 Albers Ave • Sioux Falls, SD 57108 I-29 Exit 73 then 2 blocks east.

Hours: Mon-Fri 10-5:30 • Sat & Sun 10-4

8020 Art Production

Pet Portraits

Honor your four-legged family members with a color pencil custom portrait!

Go to KurtHoldorf.net or scan the QR code.

28 nest |

AT HOME

Kelly and her. Hanging on the wall are three framed photos from their 1974 wedding at St. Joseph Cathedral here in Sioux Falls (they’re celebrating 46 years this month). Others show the couple on various adventures like riding horses in Brazil.

The bedroom flows into a walk-in closet and the master bathroom.

“I kicked Kelly out to a closet in another room, so this one is mine,” she laughs.

The lower level of the home features a spacious bathroom with the laundry area and a cozy family room with a brick fireplace and built-in cabinets on either side. The brick is painted white and at times of the year other than winter, the firebox is cleaned

Concrete done better NativeStone Sinks ®

A masterful blend of contemporary innovation with rustic sensibilities characterizes the ground-breaking NativeStone® Collection.

out and becomes a place where Tania can create vignettes with pictures, candles and decorations for St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, and other seasons.

St. Patrick’s Day is a big one for the Grogan side of the family.

One table in the family room is filled with pictures from the family gatherings at the annual Sioux Falls St. Patrick’s Day parade. That, unfortunately, was another loss this year due to COVID. “It was so hard not to be able to gather with everyone and have that parade,” says Tania. “We really missed it.”

The couple’s great teamwork wasn’t just put to use for interior renovations. They created several interesting areas in

Hand-crafted using a sustainable blend of natural materials, these eco-friendly bathroom sinks are exceptional in their lighter weight, one-of-a-kind coloration, and extraordinary stain, scratch, and crack resistance.

Shop Frisbees Kitchen & Bath Showroom

4009 S. Minnesota Ave. 605.338.6321 FrisbeesInc.com

etc. for her | October 2020 29

30 nest |

AT HOME

the backyard, which they designed and landscaped themselves. Perhaps the most unique is the spacious fairy garden. The entrance is an archway built from wood and tree branches, on which hang rustic wood circles decorated with the grandkids’ names. Inside are things to see in every direction – little houses, gnomes, fairy lights and whimsical faces attached to trees. In the center sits a round wood table with tree stump seats.

“It’s such a fun place for the grandkids,” says Tania, “and Kelly can’t wait to decorate it for Halloween!”

Across the back border of the yard are a combination of their favorite flowers, with Kelly picking a variety of roses and Tania adding her favorite wildflowers and hydrangea. Kelly’s handiwork shows in wood arbors, a bench and even a little arched bridge. Tania says they tried growing grape vines on one arbor but without much success yet.

“I’m not sure if it’s just us or if the birds are getting to the grapes first.”

A fenced-in garden area in the main yard is filled with a variety of plants but is protected from the active deer and rabbits in the area.

When they aren’t in the fairy garden, the younger grandkids are likely in the tree house, which has a full staircase leading up to the space. And, there are enough swings hanging down on the sides for everyone to enjoy.

Faith is important to the Grogans, and they celebrate their blessings of children and grandchildren and rely on that faith when times are hard. They are still hurting from the loss of their 22-year-old granddaughter, and they find ways to keep her close. Shayla was an avid reader, so they built a free mini library that sits in the front yard with a small plaque and a photo that shows smiling and surrounded by sunlight.

No matter how you say it in Brazil or Ireland - Família or Clan – the Grogans know very well that it is family that makes a home.

etc. for her | October 2020 31

I Miss Restaurants

BY JIM MATHIS

32 nest |

MAN IN THE KITCHEN

I

miss restaurants. Not just the food, but the people, the sounds, the smells, and the experience. I miss the exploration; trying new foods, new flavors, new wines. I know many of you are going back to restaurants and bars, but I’ve got health issues that leave me with a diminished immune system. So, for now we’re staying home.

I wrote a couple of months back about how the coronavirus has changed so many aspects of our lives.

I appreciated that the city had added 20-minute take-out parking spaces in front of downtown restaurants. I hoped they would be permanent, but alas, many have been removed and returned to metered parking. I really enjoyed how many restaurants had pivoted to take-out dining, adding new menu items and even changing their business model. But sadly, the 50-layer lasagna from Morrie’s disappeared when they re-opened the dining room as did their butcher shop selections.

As we’ve wallowed in this pandemic for more than half a year, and news cases continue to spike in our area as I write this, we’ve begun to see restaurants fold due to the lingering economic effects

of the disease. Spezia is gone, as are The Royal Fork, The Market and Red Rossa. And other restaurants that used to be packed nearly every night are serving a fraction of their normal customers.

Many are leaning heavily into take-out orders or moving all of

Celebrate Fall

W I T H O U R S E A S O N A L S PA P R O M O T I O N S Mention this promotion and choose one of the following with any 50 or 80 minute spa service...

• Complementary glass of wine • Complementary pumpkin enzyme peel (with facial) • Complementary aromatherapy blend (with massage) • Complementary paraffin mask (with nail service)

Give the perfect gift from Sioux Falls’ most exclusive day spa.

Gift cards now available online.

(605) 275-9535 • 6209 S. Pinnacle Place 57108 www.Radiance-DaySpa.com etc. for her | October 2020 33

Impress beyond words 222 S. Phillips Avenue • 336-2815 • www.youngandrichards.com

34 nest |

MAN IN THE KITCHEN

their dining to patio spaces, but as the South Dakota winter approaches, that will no longer be an option. We’ll likely lose more before this is over. A national Yelp survey released in mid-August said 53% of all U.S. restaurants had closed permanently due to the coronavirus.

We have enjoyed a few meals at restaurants with outdoor patios and good separation between tables, but honestly after months of not dining out, it feels strange, as if we’ve forgotten how. We are getting take-out from our favorites, and when we do, we often add a bottle of wine to our order to help them out. And with a few exceptions, we get the take-out ourselves rather than relying on Door Dash, Food Dudes or Grubhub as they charge exorbitant fees to the restaurants. Times are tough enough for the restaurants, I don’t want to add to their pain.

What happens next? Do restaurants change to meet the changing world, or do we get back to normal once a vaccine is available? And how many more dining options will we lose before

June 24th • 2–5 pm • Kevin Ryan Bring your lounge/lawn chair and lunch.

We will have snacks available for purchase and South Dakota beer.

This is a rain or shine event.

Please no outside alcohol.

South Dakota's delightfully unique winery Enjoy Our Wines: Fruit • Rhubarb • Grape • Honey

Harvest Festival

October 3rd • Noon to 5 pm

Kabob King Food Truck • Vermillion Brothers 1 to 5 pm Grand A Alpacas, Bounce House, Temporary Tattoos, Pumpkin Painting & Vendors See website for more details.

Hours: Thursday through Monday: Noon - 6pm 605-582-6471 | wildeprairiewinery.com | 48052 259th St. | Brandon, SD TASTING

Directions: From I-90 take exit 406 at Brandon, go 1 ½ miles North TOURS on Highway 11, then West on 259th Street for 1 ½ miles to our winery. SALES

OCT 5 thru OCT 11

that happens? More importantly, what can we do to help the establishments we love? Here are a few ideas. Keep ordering takeout, and when possible, pick it up yourself. And when you’re hungry for pizza, seek out the local pizzerias. When you crave fried chicken, call The Keg instead of the Colonel. And leave a tip, even if you’re getting takeout; those tips are spread around to the staff, and they count on the income. And above all, wear a mask, wash your hands, and stay six feet apart so we can get past this damned pandemic!

40 FASHION CASH

$

SHOP & EARN

WITH A QUALIFYING PURCHASE

OCT 12 thru OCT 18

50% GRAPHIC TEE YOUR CHOICE OF A OFF WITH A $75 DENIM PURCHASE

OCTOBER 22 • 4-7PM

LADIES NIGHT

SPOOKTACULAR

SHOP FOR A CAUSE SHOPPING EVENT RAFFLES • REFRESHMENTS

OCT 23 thru OCT 24

Do yourself a favor, wash your hands, wear your mask and eat something good today.

When Jim’s not worried about his favorite dining establishments, he runs ADwërks, an advertising and marketing communications agency in downtown Sioux Falls (and from home offices, kitchen tables and spare rooms around Sioux Falls.)

SHOP & RECEIVE A

FREE GIFT WITH YOUR $100 PURCHASE

APRICOT LANE SIOUX FALLS THE SHOPPES AT LAKE LORRAINE 2524 S. LORRAINE PLACE *VALID DATES SHOWN. MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER OFFER, COUPON OR DISCOUNT. FREE GIFT WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. SOME RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY. SEE STORE FOR COMPLETE DETAILS.

etc. for her | October 2020 35

Nothing quite beats the excitement of a new vehicle...

Let us help you and your family

find the vehicle that’s right for you!

Crossing Borders Spring Fling

Saturday, October 3 - Saturday, October 10, 2020

Visit 9 Great Quilt Shops in Minnesota & South Dakota

FREE Runner Pattern, 5 jelly roll strips & draw ings at each shop!

Drawing Grand Prizs eVisiting all 9

for Hopper varna Viking Shops: Husq ng Machine! wi Se 670 Opal

www.sewingbasketluv.com info@sewingbasketluv.com Tuesday – Friday: 10 am – 3 pm 204 E Main, Luverne, MN | (507) 283-9769

Serving the Area for over 40 years!

Check Out Our

Check out our online inventory at Papik.com or visit us at our Luverne or Rock Rapids locations!

We Make it Easy!

NewlyRenovated Store!

www.papik.com Luverne, MN • 507-283-9171 Rock Rapids, IA • 712-472-2595

319 West Main Street • (507) 449-5052 Hours: M-Th: 10am–9pm • Fri, Sat: 9am–9:55pm

Good quality of life.

Easy-going.

Low-stress living.

Mike & Tracy Davis

The Lake

If there’s one thing that can’t be disputed, it’s that the community of Luverne is a great place to raise a family. The safe streets, quality education system, and neighborly feel give Luverne vibrancy and charm. Give your family an authentic place to call home. Luverne. You’ll love the life!

For more information, call 507.449.5033 or visit cityofluverne.org.

www.luvernechamber.com • www.cityofluverne.org • (888) 283-4061

Pamper Yourself...

in Luverne!

LuverneChamber.com 507.283.4061 • 888.283.4061

Accidentally on Purpose

BY RICCARDO TARABELSI

O

ne night in the small town of Garfield, NJ, a fire started inside the local sausage factory. In a blink, the building was engulfed in flames. The alarm went out to all the fire departments for miles around. When the first volunteer fire fighters appeared on the scene, the sausage company president rushed to the fire chief and said, “All of our secret sausage recipes are in the vault in the center of the plant. They have to be saved, so I will donate $50,000 to the fire company that brings them out and delivers them to me.�

But the roaring flames held the firefighters off. Soon more fire

38 nest |

VINO

departments had to be called in because the situation became desperate. As the firemen arrived, the president shouted out that the offer to extricate the secret recipes was now $100,000 to the fire department that could save them.

Suddenly from up the road, a lone siren was heard as another fire truck came into sight. It was the fire engine of the nearby Lodi, NJ volunteer fire department, composed mainly of Italian firefighters over the age of 65.

To everyone’s amazement, the little run-down fire engine, operated by these Italian firefighters, passed fire engines parked

outside the plant, and drove straight into the middle of the inferno.

Outside, the other firemen watched in amazement as the Italian old timers jumped off and began to fight the fire as if they were fighting to save their own lives. Within a short time, the Lodi old timers had extinguished the fire and saved the secret recipes.

The grateful sausage company president joyfully announced that for such a super human accomplishment he was upping the reward to $200,000, and walked over to personally thank each of the brave elderly Italian firefighters. A TV news crew rushed in after capturing the event on film. The reporter asked the Italian

fire chief, “What are you going to do with all that money?”

“Wella,” said Chief Pasquale De Luccinellavanti, the 70-yearold fire chief, “De fursta tinga we gonnna do isza fixa de brakes on dat truck!!”

I love stories that make me smile. Although a fictitious fable, accidental heroes are sometimes the most memorable ones. In the wine world, one of the most well-known wines in the world was created one day over 40 years ago… by accident.

The first zinfandel vineyards were planted in California in the mid-1800s during the time of the gold rush. Brought by eastern European immigrants wanting to make sure they would have wine to drink, it is one of the oldest wine grape varieties in the US. Zinfandel (or zin) had the advantage of not needing a trellis system to thrive. Gnarled head pruned vines can still be found in the Sierra Foothills and a few other regions. Some of the vines date back over 100 years.

Prior to the mid ‘70s, zinfandel was produced primarily as a red wine. Ironically, it was the introduction of “white zinfandel” that saved the old vineyards from being ripped out as sales of red zinfandel fell when other varieties gained popularity. White zinfandel was discovered quite by accident. A California winemaker, in the process of making a dry zinfandel rosé experienced a “stuck fermentation” where the yeast died before the sugar was fully converted to alcohol. The winemaker liked the resulting sweet wine and the rest is history.

White Zinfandel gets its blush of color from the deep red skin of the Zinfandel grape. When the grapes are harvested, the skins are left on for only a short time, a few hours to a day, perhaps. The weight of the grapes, pressing against each other, extracts a pretty pink-tinged juice. In contrast, a winemaker making red Zinfandel wine will leave the juice and the red skins in contact for days or weeks, producing a deep red juice.

Not all blush wines are equal and here is where White Zin shines. It is made from a quality grape. The Zinfandel grape is known for its luscious deep, berry-fruit flavors and a characteristic spiciness (think “blackberries”) - which transfers to White Zinfandel in a delectable, but less intense manner, than in the red version.

If you are new to wine drinking, try starting with a White Zin, it’s sweet and easy to drink. If you already are a White Zin drinker, I urge you to expand your palate. Try a Moscato d’Asti or a Late Harvest Riesling. Try a new wine today! You never know what you will find accidentally on purpose. Carpe Vino!

Riccardo and Marybeth Tarabelsi own R Wine Bar & Kitchen on the East Bank of Downtown Sioux Falls. They have three sons, Dante, Berent, and Jaxon, and a loving extended family at the restaurant with their staff and guests. Contact Riccardo at riccardo@rwinebar.com.

etc. for her | October 2020 39

title

Pumpkin Pecan Cake

BY JO MCCLURE

29 ounce can pumpkin 1 cup sugar 13 ounce can evaporated milk 3 eggs 3 teaspoons all spice 1 box spice cake mix 2 sticks butter, melted 1 cup chopped pecans

40 nest out and | RECIPES about |

CONCIERGE

Combine all ingredients except the last three and pour into a 9x13 inch cake pan. Sprinkle the cake mix over the top of this mixture and then pour melted butter and finally top with chopped pecans.

Bake at 350Ëš for 55-60 minutes.

Serve with whipped topping.

ACCOUNT

for your

DREAMS. We’ve been supporting the dreams, hopes and plans of our fellow South Dakotans for 148 years.

How can we help you today?

Member FDIC

Personal | Business | Real Estate | Wealth & Trust | Private Banking | FirstDakota.com

“Mom, what should I be for Halloween?”

BY LURA ROTI

Sioux Falls Kitchen & Bath Let Sioux Falls Kitchen & Bath provide elegant custom cabinetry for your home.

Fine Custom Cabinetry and Millwork

27063 Henry Place, Sioux Falls, SD

605.368.9684 Check out our website at www.siouxfallskitchenandbath.com 42 nest |

KNICK KNACKS OF LIFE

T

his question comes around the end of August each year. And each fall, our daughter, Parker, and I spend several hours brainstorming prospective costumes.

Even though she asks my opinion, most often my ideas are quickly excused. The conversation goes something like this.

Me: “How about Little Red Riding Hood, and Tulip (our new puppy) can be the Big Bad Wolf?”

Parker: “No! That’s too babyish.”

Me: “OK, what’s your idea?”

Parker: “I’m not sure. I want to do something we can all do together...What do you think I should be for Halloween?”

And the conversation repeats itself…

In the past, the late-August Costume Conversation was sparked by Costco’s costume rack. This fall, since we get our Costco orders through InstaCart, I think the conversation was motivated by falling temperatures.

Halloween is among our family’s favorite

etc. for her | October 2020 43

holidays. In addition to trying to figure out her costume, Parker and I spend nearly an entire weekend decorating. And quite often we host a large, backyard party for her classmates and later on a party for our friends and neighbors.

This year, things will be different. We won’t host our annual party. But, I am doing my darndest to keep as many of our other traditions the same. After I neglected to take down St. Patty’s decorations in time for Easter…it feels good to try to maintain most of at least one holiday’s traditions.

It’s weird, but I do have to make an effort.

To be honest, with everyone wearing masks these days, it’s a bit tough for me to get into the spirit of Halloween. When I run into acquaintances on errands, I wave and expect a friendly recognition in return – but often I have to first say, “Hi, it’s me, Lura.” And I do step outside my comfort zone and make the extra effort because I’m hungry for human connection, albeit from a physical distance.

On a recent visit to South Dakota State University’s McCrory Gardens, I came to the realization that with masks covering more than half of our faces, it’s tough to be recognized. I

Mental Health is critical.

We are here to keep you laughing... ...now and into the future.

Love,

ktwb.com

44 nest |

KNICK KNACKS OF LIFE

saw one of my favorite professors and waved but didn’t get a response.

And really, it’s OK. Since I’m writing about a holiday whose foundation is built upon all that is spooky, I need to ask myself, what’s more scary than COVID? At this moment, I can’t think of much. Since masks are a way to slow the virus spread, and make it a little less frightening, I’m OK with folks not recognizing me.

As of today, Parker has decided to be Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz. Tulip will be the The Cowardly Lion. My husband, Shon will be the Scarecrow and I’ll be the Wicked Witch of the West…Parker was generous. I can also choose to be Glinda.

I am not holding my breath that Dorothy will indeed be her costume October 31. Two years in a row I was suckered into buying a Costco rack costume in early September because Parker was afraid her size would be gone.

Then, during a shopping trip a little closer to Halloween, she changed her mind, and I succumbed. And although a lot has changed since Halloween 2019, our daughter’s affinity for thinking of, and trying out Halloween costumes isn’t among them.

etc. for her | October 2020 45

What Are Warning Signs of Breast Cancer?

AVERA HEALTH

W

hen it comes to your breast health, be vigilant and advocate for your own well-being, advises Michelle Bryan, MD, breast surgeon with Avera Medical Group Comprehensive Breast Care.

After age 40, annual mammograms are the best way to help ensure that breast cancer is caught in its earliest stages—before you can feel a lump or before other symptoms appear.

A mammogram detects changes in your breast earlier than a physical examination alone. “Mammograms can pick up subtle changes you can’t feel. Early signs of breast cancer are not always noticed during a physical exam. The mammogram’s strength is the fact it picks up many early breast cancers at stages, before they lead to physical changes,” Bryan said. “Those notable changes an exam might find often come at more-advanced stages of the disease.”

But beyond a suspicious finding on a mammogram or feeling a lump, you can be on the lookout for other symptoms. Not all breast cancers may produce a lump—and may manifest physically in other ways.

46 nest |

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

After age 40, annual mammograms are the best way to help ensure that breast cancer is caught in its earliest stages—before you can feel a lump or before other symptoms appear.

The Bridges at 57th Street 57th & Western Avenue | Sioux Falls, SD (605) 521-5099 | www.rainnsalon.com

NOW HIRING Stylist Position

Symptoms that are more concerning – ones you should share with a breast cancer expert – include: • Skin thickening—similar to the peel of an orange, a hard knot, or a lump—that’s hard, uneven and doesn’t move, especially if appearing in only one breast • Inverted nipple, nipple pulling to the side or dimpling or puckering within the breast • Patchy, crusting skin around the nipple (similar to eczema in appearance) • Bloody nipple discharge (non-trauma induced), especially if appearing suddenly and in only one breast • Redness or darkening of the breast (non-trauma induced and non-nursing women)

We Pay

Cash

for Your Fall & Winter Styles!

Symptoms that are less concerning, ones you may want to mention to your provider at your next visit, include: • Pain in the breast • Changes in breast shape • Changes in breast size (usually related to puberty, pregnancy, body weight, menopause or menstrual cycle)

Know Your Body to Better Detect Changes The best way to know if your breasts have changed is to know what they normally look and feel like. “Get comfortable with what your breasts feel like. Ask if you can feel along with your doctor during your annual exam and ask questions about appearance or what a normal feeling is versus something concerning,” said Bryan.

3812 S Western Avenue | Sioux Falls 605.275.5592 | style-encoresiouxfalls.com etc. for her | October 2020 47

“I often take my patient’s fingers and help them feel benign variations in their breasts.

You should get to know your body and be comfortable with examining yourself. You are your strongest advocate.”

Various Factors Determine Risk for Breast Cancer Before mammograms begin or physical symptoms are found, other factors could influence your probability for getting breast cancer. It’s important to note however, “Since 85% of breast cancers are not inherited, mammograms are the best form of surveillance of breast health,” she said.

K C HE ELF

C OURS Y

Your medical background could have factors influencing your risk of breast cancer including: • Family history of BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene or a first-degree relative (mother, daughter, sister) with a breast cancer diagnosis; multiple first-degree relatives with breast cancer increases risk—and genetic testing may be recommended • High-risk lesions • Exposure to chest radiation as a child • Previous occurrence of breast cancer • Hormone replacement therapy • Demographics such as age, weight, ethnicity, pregnancies and/or nursing, eating habits, alcohol consumption, smoking status, age at first monthly period, age at menopause and others

New inverted nipple

The Importance of Breast Screenings & Self-Exams In the United States, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their life. Schedule annual physical exams with your primary care provider, receive mammograms annually over the age of 40 (or earlier if you have family history) and perform self-breast exams at home—beginning at puberty.

Performing monthly, self-breast exams five days after your monthly period starts is a critical step for consistent monitoring of breast changes.

“The best way to find early breast cancer is to do yearly mammograms.

48 nest |

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

Mammograms can catch cancer earlier, but they do not prevent cancer,” Bryan said. “A healthy lifestyle can help reduce your risk of developing breast cancer by 40%. That includes maintaining a normal body weight, exercising 30 minutes per day for 150 minutes a week and increasing green, leafy vegetables and fruits in your diet,” Bryan said.

For those with dense breasts, other

imaging tests may be recommended such as breast MRI, contrast enhanced spectral mammography (CESM) or ultrasound screenings, (in addition to or alternating with mammograms)—as density can make mammogram results difficult to read and to find cancer in breast tissue.

Learn more about breast cancer care at Avera or find a mammogram location near you.

m char ss e r g pro s k r a p Happy Fall Y’all!

Decorate with a touch of nostalgia with fantastic finds from the Nauti Nice booth at I-29 Antiques. South on I-29 to exit 73, then 1/4 mile west. Open 7 days a week.

(605) 368-5810.

arts Great Plains Zoo

Sioux Falls

October 23 - 25 ZooBoo grab bags with treats & goodies, creepy carrousel and spooky train rides, and so much more! greatzoo.org./zooboo

s e i t i l i ib s s o p

Pamper Yourself in Luverne

Treat yourself to a delicious dinner, a new outfit, a massage and so much more! www.luvernechamber.com

Committed to Excellence When it comes to education, the City of Luverne is committed to excellence. Through the Dollars for Scholars program, thousands of students have been gifted a head start on secondary education, putting the Luverne education system on par with some of the best in the country. Invest in your family by making the move to Luverne. You’ll love the life! For more information, call (507) 449-5033 or visit cityofluverne.org.

Give Us a Call Getting your vehicle serviced doesn’t have to be a pain. At Papik Motors, we encourage our customers to be involved as much or as little as they’d like to be.

Give us a call or schedule online: https://www.papik. com/service/

All Your Sewing Needs Visit The Sewing Basket in Luverne, MN for all of your sewing needs. Small town attention with big city sewing knowledge!

The Sewing Basket. 204 E. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-9769.

Wilde Prairie Winery Harvest Festival October 3 • 12pm - 5pm 48052 259th St. Brandon, SD Kabob King food truck, Vermillion Brothers 1-5pm, Grand A Alpacas, bounce house, temporary tattoos, pumpkin painting and vendors. INFO www.wildeprairiewinery.com

Happy Halloween!

CBD Enhancements

Celebrate Halloween with something out of the ordinary this year. Shop Blue Mound Liquor’s large selection of unique wines, beers and liquors. Blue Mound Liquor.

319 W. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 449-5052.

Enjoy the power of nature with our new Organic CBD infused massages and facials! Premiering now at Radiance Day Spa! (Starting at $25).

6209 S. Pinnacle Place, (605) 275-9535.

Now Scheduling Family Portrait Sessions

Olaplex 3 Hair Perfector

We are still scheduling portrait sessions at Julie Prairie Photography!

High School Senior, Family or Commercial sessions have limited availability. Don’t let the most beautiful time of the year pass you by.

Mention Etc for Her when booking to receive a free gift with your portrait session. Downtown Sioux Falls, South Dakota Portrait Studio. Contact Julie Prairie Photography today at 605.359.6640 or jp@julieprairie.com.

A concentrated treatment that strengthens the hair from within, reducing breakage and improving its look and feel. Addresses damaged and compromised hair. Strengthens and protects hair structure. Restores healthy appearance and texture.

Available at Rainn Salon and Spa. 57th & Western. (605) 521-5099.

Leather Weather It’s leather weather, so let us help you find that special piece to add to your wardrobe! Maybe it’s a jacket, a new handbag or a new pair of shoes...we have it all and we can’t wait to help you! Juliana’s Boutique. 196 E. 6th St. (605) 271-1824.

Sparkle & Shine Find the most adorable shoes for her to sparkle and shine in this holiday season! Thank you for shopping your local Stride Rite!

2425 S. Shirley Avenue.

(605)362-7728.

Cute & Comfy Find cute and comfortable shoes at DART Boutique! DART Boutique. 615 E. Brian Street. (605) 777-3956.

Craving an Easier Way to Order?

Start your order at cbgsd.com or text CARNAVAL to 33733 Carnaval Brazilian Grill.

2401 South Carolyn Avenue – Sioux Falls | (605) 361.6328 @CarnavalGrill

Fresh Up for Fall!

Hippie Chic!

Find everything your little lady will love at Kidtopia!

East side Dawley Farms location and The Bridges at 57th & Western.

(605) 3334-4825.

New pillows on your sofa is a great way to be festive for the season. Stop by HTH to see all our new fall pillows! Houndstooth House. 201 W. 37th.

(605) 366-2570, Info@ houndstoothhouse.com

More Color Choices!

Have a Little Fun! Have a little fun with your fall container garden, add any and all of your favorite foliage colors!

Oak Ridge Nursery.

2217 S. Splitrock Blvd. Brandon, SD. (605) 331-4421.

We have the cabinet colors that you are looking for! The latest additions to our color palette are Capri and Carbon. Visit our showroom today and ask one of our friendly designers about these new colors from StarMark Cabinetry. Today’s StarMark Custom Cabinetry. 600 E. 48th Street N. (605) 977-3660.

It’s Time!

It’s “time” to stop at Stacey’s for those unique Christmas gifts and holiday decor items. Join us Oct 17th from 11-3 for our Pheasant Opener event and specials store wide! 27102 Albers Avenue, Sioux Falls.

(605) 213-0045.

Sweater & Boot Season

Half Shoe Sale!

Shop Style Encore for a huge selection of sweaters and boots for fall! Brand-name casual & business apparel, footwear & accessories for women. 3812 S. Western Ave. (605) 275-5592.

Get your half shoes at buy one get one 50% off through the month of October!

The Dance Line.

2115 S. Minnesota Ave. (605) 335-8242.

PAIR IT. WEAR IT. Do you have that favorite piece of clothing in your closet you LOVE but don’t know what to wear it with and/or how to accessorize it? Bring it in to Apricot Lane at Lake Lorraine and one of our Stylists will help you create the outfit(s) you need to look and feel your best and bring your closet back to life!

A Perfect Gift!

Honor your four-legged family members with a color pencil custom portrait! Or give as a gift for the pet lover in your life. www.KurtHoldorf.net

Very Pun-ny!

Shop Young & Richards for delightful gifts to inspire all of life’s sparkling moments.

Add laughter, inspiration & joy to every day celebrations. From holiday happenings to every day celebrations, you will find a gift fit for the moment.

222 S. Phillips Avenue.

(605) 336-2815.

title Advancing Breast Health SANFORD HEALTH

etc. for her | October 2020 53

T

he Edith Sanford Breast Specialty Clinic is expanding services to give women at all stages of breast health enhanced care.

These expansions in care include same-day imaging services for patients who need further diagnostic exams and direct connections to specialists for women with a higher risk for developing breast cancer.

“A woman can come here for any breast-related concerns she may have,” said Colleen Schmidt, a nurse practitioner and breast health specialist. “If she’s worried about getting breast cancer, we can work through that with her.”

Same Day Answers Meeting with a genetic counselor is often the first step for patients at the specialty clinic. By taking an in-depth look at family history, a counselor can calculate a patient’s lifetime risk of getting breast cancer. If that assessment score is higher than 20%, Schmidt equips patients with prevention strategies, such as lifestyle changes, and teaches them how to do a self-breast exam

to watch for symptoms.

As a certified MammaCare Clinical Breast Examiner, Schmidt is specially trained to identify lumps or tissue thickening, which, if found, could lead to imaging recommendations for an ultrasound or mammogram that same day.

“We want to start doing same day imaging because we know that they’re feeling anxious and peace of mind is everything,” Schmidt said.

High Risk, Full Circle Care For patients with a significantly higher risk of breast cancer, the specialty clinic helps them make decisions that fit their needs – bringing breast care full circle in one place.

There are experts and resources are available to any woman feeling concerned.

“I can’t emphasize enough that you can self-refer to our clinic if you’re worried about something or worried about your lifetime risk,” said Schmidt.

waiting for you for an entire year

adopt Lassie www.sfadopt.com

54 nest |

HEALTH & WELL-BEING

es | logos d more

“You should be proactive about your breast health, never ignore anything and listen to your body,” Schmidt said.

Furthering Cancer Survivorship Enhancing breast care for all patients also means being a source of support for when breast cancer is detected and requires extensive treatment.

“We know that every woman handles the emotional and physical recovery of breast cancer differently,” said Schmidt.

When patients begin their journey, they meet with providers to

create a personalized survivorship care plan, learn about additional resources and get connected with other supportive services like the intimacy clinic and physical therapists.

‘Never ignore anything’ Schmidt’s journey treating a variety of breast conditions began after she joined the Sanford Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Clinic team as a nurse practitioner in 2014.

There, she saw a lot of patients needing breast cancer surgery who were high-risk for developing the disease from an inherited gene mutation.

“Those patients were wonderful and I just kind of gravitated toward them in the breast health area,” she said.

She joined the specialty clinic team earlier this year with a goal focused on three things: to help women feel informed, empowered and at ease.

To that end, she always gives her patients this advice.

“You should be proactive about your breast health, never ignore anything and listen to your body,” Schmidt said.

thank you

for supporting

local business

ABRA !

A R B A CAD

Getting kids to put down their electronics creativity | experience | reliability and play outside is a no-brainer when

ads | banners | billboards | books | brochures your backyard contains a slackline! business cards | invitations | labels | letterheads | logos magazines | newsletters | postcards | posters | and more

(605) 376-7430 | jp.design@midco.net www.DesignLoftSD.com Over 20 Years of Graphic Design Experience

WE HAVE THE BESTEST TOYS EVER! Dawley Farms: 605-275-4825 Bridges at 57th: 605-334-4825

etc. for her | October 2020 55

friends & family

for kids 58

Simple and Fun Halloween Crafts

cute kids 62 Submit Your Child’s Photo

best friends 64 Submit Your Pet’s Photo

TRANSITIONAL SHADES

INSULATING BY DESIGN

Illusion Shades

PRIVACY AND INSULATION

Custom hardwood shutters

BLOCK HARMFUL UV RAYS

TandemTM blackout cellular shades

Solar shades significantly reduce energy costs

WINDOW COVERINGS SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS

25% OFF

Selected Signature Series® Window Treatments*

Contact your local Style Consultant today!

5303 W. 41st Street 605-332-7265 • BudgetBlinds.com

*Offer not valid with any other offers. Offer good at time of initial estimate only. Budget Blinds is a registered trademark of Budget Blinds, Inc. and a Home Franchise Concepts brand.

Offer valid through 10.31.20.

<*Applies to selected Signature Series® window treatments by Budget Blinds.® Some restrictions may apply. Ask for details. At participating franchises only. Not valid with any other offers, discounts or coupons. Valid for a limited time only. Offer good at initial time of estimate only. ©2015 Budget Blinds, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Budget Blinds is a trademark of Budget Blinds, Inc. and a Home Franchise Concepts Brand. Each franchise independently owned and operated. Franchise opportunities available.>

n u F d n a Simple

s t f a r C n e e w o l Hal

BY JESS WEISCHEDEL

Masking Tape Mummy Materials: Masking tape, black paper, a white crayon, scissors, googly eyes, and glue.

Draw the shape of a person using white crayon on black paper. Next, tear off various sizes of masking tape pieces and stick them to the edge of the table for your child to easily access. Have them place the tape on top of the person however they see fit. When the person is covered with tape, cut the shape of the person out from the black paper. Peel back some tape where the eyes should be, then glue on a pair of googly eyes to finish your mummy.

58 friends & family |

FOR KIDS

Countdown Witch

(Inspired by thesuburbanmom.com) Materials: Orange, green, purple, and black construction paper, scissors, glue, ruler, stapler, and a black marker.

Using a ruler and a black marker, draw straight lines across one sheet of green and one sheet of purple construction paper, creating an even amount of half-inch wide strips. These will eventually be cut in half and will be the loops for your countdown (you will have extra pieces).

On a sheet of orange paper, draw straight lines that create an even amount of strips that are about one inch wide. These will be for the hair, and for any significant dates in the countdown loop, including Halloween. On another sheet of green paper, trace something round that fits onto the paper (a small plate, for example), as well as a triangle for the nose.

Cut out all of the strips, then cut the green and purple ones in half. Cut out the circle and the triangle, as well. Next, fold down the top corners of a piece of horizontal black paper until the edges touch, creating the top of a triangle. Cut along the folded edges, then fold up the bottom rectangle to create the brim of the witch’s hat. Fold the flat edge of the green triangle to create a flap, then glue that to the green circle to create her nose. Draw her eyes and her mouth with a black marker. Glue the hat to the top of the witch’s head. Four orange strips will be the hair. Fold each strip accordionstyle, then glue two strips on each side of her face, under the hat. Next, create loops from the green and purple strips, stapling them together and interweaving them to create a chain. If there are any other significant dates such as birthdays or anniversaries during the month of October, make them stand out as an orange loop. Be sure to count from the bottom of the chain up, since you will be tearing off one loop per day starting October 1st until it is Halloween!

etc. for her | October 2020 59

Popsicle Stick Spider Web Materials: Popsicle sticks, yarn, scissors, a medium-sized pom pom, glue, and a pipe cleaner.

Glue three popsicle sticks together, creating the pattern of a snowflake. Glue these in place and let dry. Next, cut off a long piece of yarn, and tie one end to a popsicle stick. Wrap the yarn around each popsicle stick, creating spaces between each layer. Tie the end to a popsicle stick, and leave a tail of yarn for hanging the spider web. Create a little spider using a pom pom, and gluing some googly eyes to the top and a pipe cleaner cut into four small pieces for the legs. Glue the spider in place, let dry, and hang to display during Halloween season!

60 friends & family |

FOR KIDS

2115 S. Minnesota Ave.

The Dance Line, Inc.

Oh My !

Activewear, Shoes, Accessories

RS, E T A E SW & LEG S E I T O BO ERS, WARM

25% OFF Leg Warmers, Booties & Sweaters Month of October

(605) 335-8242 • thedancelineinc.com

S

SUMMER, Pipe Cleaner Spiders Materials: Five pipe cleaners. That’s all!

, & N SAND! U S

Gather five pipe cleaners in one hand. Bend them in half so all of the ends are lined up, then twist the middle into a small loop for the body of the spider. Make sure to twist a couple of times to secure. Fold down the ends, creating two sides with five ends each. Take two ends in the middle, then fold those down to create two shorter “fangs” in the front. Spread out and bend the remaining ends, creating four legs on each side. Set the spider down on the table or the floor and see how realistic it looks! You can add a big pom pom to the inside of the loop to make it furrier and fatter! It would also be a great way to decorate some Halloween treats, or create some festive jewelry for your kids (or for yourself!).

2425 S. Shirley Avenue | 362-7728

etc. for her | October 2020 61

rett Emmett, Julia & Gar S 6 YEARS, 8 MONTHS & 2

Ethan Thoms :: 19 MONTHS

::

YEAR

Freya :: 2 YEARS

Isabelle

S :: 2 1/2 YEAR

Kaidyn, Gr eyson & P resley 8, 5 & 3 YEA

RS

::

EACH MONTH WE WILL CHOOSE & FEATURE NEW CUTE KIDS. YOUR CHILD COULD BE NEXT, SO SEND YOUR PHOTO TODAY. Email your photo to etc.mag@sio.midco.net – just one per child. Please include the following information in your email: child’s first name, age, birth date, parents or guardians names, address, email address and phone number. Please make sure they are high-resolution photos (the highest setting on your camera). Parents must own the rights to all submitted photos.

Email your photo to etc.mag@sio.midco.net

Lennon ::

Lucy :: 7 YEA

3 YE A R S

RS

Ronnie :: 9 1/2 MONTHS

Taliyah :: 2 YE

ARS

Taziah & T aliyah :: 12

& 2 YE A R S

"The Driver" best friend of Joan Thomson

Jerzie, best friend of Jaksyn Hope

Jean Luke, best friend of Marlon

Myron, best friend of Glenn & Karla Herz

Piper, best friend of the Stratmeyer family

64 friends & family |

BEST FRIENDS

Email your pet’s photo – just one per pet – to etc.mag@sio.midco.net.

Please make sure they are highresolution 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.

Otis, best friend of Connor, Saylor, Autumn, Beckett & Ryder Lily, best friend of Tanya Wenzel

Spot, best friend of Benny the Bull Trixie, best friend of Lyle & Beth TenHaken

Gracie, best friend of Jen & Addison

etc. for her | October 2020 65

! l l a F r o f l l Fa

A TREASURE CHEST FOR FOUND & NOSTALGIC OBJECTS, NAUTICAL ODDS & ENDS, CLASSICS AND SO MUCH MORE!

I-29 TEA EXIT 73 • WEST 1/4 MILE • 46990 271ST ST. TEA, SD (605) 368-5810 • OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK • 9AM – 5PM FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM!

NAUTINICESD

u o y e s u a c e B rve it! e s e d day to night • denim • cocktail dresses • shapewear • fine Italian leather • accessories •

The Historic Harvester Building 196 E. 6th St. Ste 100 (605) 271-1824 www.siouxfallsboutique.com Open Tuesday – Friday: 11am – 6pm Saturday: 11am - 4pm

“A girl should be two things: sexy and fabulous!”

— Coco Chanel

Nicole Miller | Milly | Laundry by Shelli Segal | bailey44 | THREE DOTS | POUR LA VICTOIRE | FRAME | DL1961 | B-Low the Belt | n:Philanthropy | FRAME Denim Mother Denim | Joseph Ribkoff | Pedro Garcia | jj winters | Lucky Star | Vince Cammuto | louise et cie | Rock ‘N Karma | James Jeans | McGuire Jeans