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Area women to hang wreaths on soldiers’ graves BY DAN DETERMAN Staff Writer

During the holiday season, there is a long-standing tradition of national veteran cemeteries hanging wreaths on each and every gravestone belonging to veterans. Cathy Malecha, who has often helped with that undertaking at Camp Ripley, has gathered three other area women — Carolyn Buss, Sharon Thurlow and Shirley Robideaux — to bring the same project to Pequot Lakes cemeteries. There is just one hang-up: They could use some funding and have been doing their best to get in touch with each veteran’s descendents — a difficult task when some graves belong to veterans dating back to the SpanishAmerican War. “We have been on the phone trying to find the descendents of these people so we can send them a letter and tell them what we are up to,” Malecha said. “Hopefully, they will respond and we can make this an annual event.” The wreaths will come from a nursery in Bemidji, which is also responsible for providing Camp Ripley with its wreaths. The nursery has

Cathy Malecha, left, Carolyn Buss, Sharon Thurlow, Becka Magnan (of Mid-Minnesota Federal Credit Union) and Shirley Robideaux are working to hang a Christmas wreath on the graves of every veteran in Pequot Lakes cemeteries this holiday season. PHOTO BY DAN DETERMAN

agreed to deliver the wreaths to Pequot Lakes for free. Likewise, Pequot Lakes Sanitation has agreed to pick

The Nisswa American Legion Auxiliary, with support of the Legion Post veterans, will host its annual Children’s Christmas Party from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, in the lower level at the Legion. Children ages 12 and under and their parents are welcome to come play games, win prizes, enjoy activities and eat treats. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there to listen to children’s Christmas lists. Parents should bring their cameras.

them up in mid-January for free, and the city has agreed to store the permanent stands the wreaths will hang on.

The cost per wreath, including the stand, is $15. “The problem today is that veterans just aren’t recog-

A Scandinavian Christmas Open House at the Nordic Haus in Crosslake will take place from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4. There will be glogg and goodies, door prizes, a free ornament, plus 25 percent off one regular priced item.

The Nordic Haus is at 36184 County Road 66, Crosslake. For more information, contact the Nordic Haus at 218-692-1920 or 701-3618899. Admission is free.

nized enough,” Thurlow said. “Any way we can give back in some small way, I think, is what we have to do. This is a

A Gingerbread House Luncheon will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30, at Madden’s on Gull Lake. Enjoy lunch, followed by decorating a gingerbread house to take home for the holidays.

very small token.” In addition to seeking donations over the phone, the group has placed a number of donation boxes in area businesses, including MidMinnesota Federal Credit Union. “Just because they are gone does not mean they should be forgotten by any means,” said Becka Magnan of Mid-Minnesota Federal Credit Union. “I think Veterans Day needs to be as big a holiday as Christmas, and needs to be recognized more in communities.” Malecha indicated that many veterans buried in Pequot Lakes cemeteries no longer have relatives in the area, and the group will accept donations from the public to remember those people as well. “Everybody has a brother, grandfather or husband buried during the wars,” Buss said. “They gave up something for us. Surely, this is the least we can do.” Those who have not been contacted regarding their loved ones in Pequot Lakes cemeteries are encouraged to call Cathy Malecha at 5684488 and leave a message if she does not answer.

Cost for lunch for two people and one gingerbread house is $55 when reserved by Nov. 24. Cost is $65 after Nov. 24. Contact Madden’s on Gull Lake at 218-829-2811 for more information.

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Known throughout the world as a virtuoso on piano, George Winston will give a solo concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, in the Chalberg Theatre on the Brainerd campus of Central Lakes College (CLC). The show marks Winston’s third appearance as part of the CLC Theatre’s Cultural Arts Series. “Every song I’ve ever heard, that has gone in and stayed in me, has always reminded me of a season. A picture and a place, maybe, but always a season,” Winston is quoted as saying. As a youth, Winston’s interest in music was listening to instrumentals in the various R & B and jazz genres, especially as played by organists. After hearing The Doors in 1967, he was inspired to start playing the organ. In 1971, he switched to solo piano after hearing the music of such greats as “Fats” Waller Teddy Wilson, and Earl Hines. Many of Winston’s compositions are self-described as “rural folk piano” or “folk piano”, a style he developed as a complement to the up-tempo stride piano. The third style he plays is New Orleans R&B piano, influenced by such greats as Professor Longhair, Dr. John and Jon Cleary. Winston’s early recordings include “Ballads and Blues” and the best-selling “Autumn.” His albums “December” and “Winter into Spring” both went platinum (million-plus sales in the United States). He has recorded seven more solo

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The following free Thanksgiving meals will be offered in Brainerd, Pequot Lakes and Pine River on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 27. Brainerd: A Thanksgiving dinner will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Brainerd American Legion, 708 Front St. Pequot Lakes: Grace United Methodist Church in Pequot Lakes will host its ninth annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner from noon to 2 p.m. Dinner includes all the trimmings — roast turkey and dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, assorted salads, corn and carrots, rolls and butter, cranberries, assorted pies, ice cream, coffee, milk or Kool-Aid. The church is 3/4 of a mile south of the stoplight in Pequot on the east side of Highway 371. Pine River: The annual Smith Family Thanksgiving featuring turkey and fixings will be from noon to 2 p.m. at the Pine River American Legion. Freewill donations will be accepted. Delivery is available. Call 218-947-3500 or 218587-2120. This has been an annual tradition since 1993, started by the Floyd and Vi Smith family. George Winston will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at Central Lakes College in Brainerd. PHOTO BY JOE DEL TURFO

piano albums, and he is one of the best known performers playing contemporary instrumental music. Winston also is known for his two tribute albums to jazz pianist Vince Guaraldi, composer for the first sixteen “Peanuts” animated films. “Linus and Lucy – The Music of Vince Guaraldi” was released in 1996, and “Love Will Come – The Music of Vince Guaraldi, Volume 2” was released in February 2010. In addition to his piano work, Winston plays blues harmonica, solo acoustic guitar and Hawaiian slack-key guitar. Both his harmonica and guitar playing can be heard on his benefit album “Remembrance - A Memorial Benefit,” which

was released shortly after 9/11. In 2006, he recorded another benefit album, “Gulf Coast Blues & Impressions: A Hurricane Relief Benefit,” followed by “Gulf Coast Blues & Impressions 2: A Louisiana Wetlands Benefit” in 2012. His newest project is “Spring Carousel – A Cancer Research Benefit,” planned for release in 2015. George composed this collection of melodic solo piano songs while recovering from a bone marrow transplant at City of Hope in 2013. All proceeds go to benefit City of Hope and cancer research. Winston regularly tours across North America, Europe and Asia. He last appeared in Brainerd in 2010. Tickets for the George

Winston concert are available through the CLC Theatre Box Office at 218855-8199, or online at www. clcmn.edu/arts. This presentation is supported by the Arts Midwest Touring Fund, a program of Arts Midwest that is funded by the National Endowment for the Arts, with additional contributions from Minnesota State Arts Board and General Mills Foundation. Minnesota Public Radio is a media sponsor for the event. Support the CLC food shelf by bringing a donation of canned food to the concert. A collection basket will be available in the theatre lobby. Proceeds from the sale of George Winston’s CDs and DVDs will go to the food shelf as well.

Tim Sparks, an awardwinning guitarist whose blending of musical styles has won extensive praise from listeners in all corners of the world, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 5, at the Live Well Nightclub and Coffee Bar at Journey Church, 5459 Lakers Lane, Nisswa. Since bursting onto the music scene with his 1993 release, “The Nutcracker Suite,” Sparks has captivated guitar fans with some of the finest finger style guitar playing around. Admission is $10 at the door for adults and $5 for

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noon to 3:30 p.m. Santa will hand out goodie bags. Horses and trolleys around downtown will take place from 12:30-3:30 p.m., with a tree lighting ceremony at 4 p.m.

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To create a memorable holiday experience this year, turn your gifts, celebrations and home décor into a festive feast for the five senses. Beautiful Sights One sure sign that the holiday season has arrived at your home is when all the festive lights, décor and colors are on display. Trim your tree with DIY ornaments for a personal touch and add a wreath to your home’s entryway, so that visitors immediately feel welcomed before they even step inside. Using scented candles in a variety of styles and sizes, you can create an intriguing and creative tablescape or mantlescape. Simply swap out smaller accessories to make the decorations last throughout the winter season. One easy option is to try an electric wax melt warmer, which can be used with a variety of different fragrances and warmer styles and has no wick or flame. Seasonal Sounds Fill your home with joyful holiday sounds. Luckily there are a variety of genres within the holiday music category. Whether you and your guests prefer contemporary pop, jazzy classics or choral hymns, there is something to please listeners of every sensibility. Wonderful Aromas The scents of the season should evoke the feeling and spirit of the holiday from sweet and spicy notes to a cool brush of frosted fir. You can accomplish this with holiday cooking and baking as well as with scented candles. For example, the Pure Radiance line from Yankee Candle offers special holiday scents such as Christmas Candy, Winter, Cinnamon,

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Don’t Be Camera Shy Smartphone camera technology has vastly improved over the past few years. For example, the new BlackBerry Passport has a 13-megapixel camera and is capable of taking the same high-quality photos as a traditional point and shoot camera. With just the click of a button, and the help of photo editing tools like Photo Studio, you can take beautiful photos of the holiday party and share instantly with family and friends across social networks.

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Break out that ugly sweater for a night of cheer around Gull Lake from 6 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Dec. 13. Jump on Santa’s “sleigh” (a bus) at Zorbaz or Ernie’s. From there stops include Jake’s, Cowboy’s and others Cost is a $25 donation or more to Christmas for Kids or a $25 toy (with receipt) will get you the shuttle ride between bars and a present from Santa.

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The Sertoma Winter Wonderland will open Thursday, Nov. 27, and run through Wednesday, Dec. 31, at the Northland Arboretum in Brainerd. View lighted holiday

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Join friends and neighbors at the Crosby Memorial Park on Serpent Lake for a magical evening including a live nativity, horsedrawn sleigh rides and live entertainment. Santa will be on hand so bring your cameras

Paul Bunyan Land presents “The Enchanted Village with more than 40 decorated buildings and winter scenes to enjoy. You can walk thru the village or

and have your wish lists ready! Bonfires will be available to help keep you warm. Christmas in the park will be Wednesday, Dec. 3 from 4-7 p.m.

ride with Santa on his special wagon. Hot chocolate and cider are available. Stop and warm up by the bonfires. The Enchanted Village is located at Paul Bunyan Land

and This Old Farm Pioneer Village, 17553 State Hwy 18, Brainerd, MN. Hours are Dec. 12-13 and 19-20 from 6-9 p.m. Admission is free.

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food, and a visit with the Clauses. The parade is on Friday, Nov. 28 at 1 p.m. It’s held downtown Aitkin on Minnesota Ave. and Hwy. 169. The parade is a free community event.

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Horse and wagon rides, carolers, reindeer and Santa will adorn the streets of downtown Nisswa on Friday, Nov. 28, for the 33rd annual City of Lights Celebration. Activities will start at 2 p.m. and go throughout the day/evening. At 7:30 p.m., festival attendees merge toward the north end of Main Street for a fireworks display, put on by Zambelli Fireworks. After the fireworks, there will be live music at the Nisswa American Legion and the Pickle Factory. Shawn Hansen, CEO/president of the Nisswa Chamber, announced that for the second year, Glynlyon (a technology company located in Nisswa) and the Nisswa Lions Club (largest civic organization in Nisswa) will co-sponsor the fireworks. “The Nisswa Chamber would like to thank Glynlyon and the Nisswa Lions for the support for this event,” Hansen said. “We have lots of great sponsors that help us make the event free to attend. Our members’ generous support is what makes this festival such a success.” Hansen said this festival is her favorite. “Bonfires light the Paul Bunyan Trail, cider and doughnuts are served at Pioneer Village, storytelling is going on at the caboose,” she said, adding that locals, seasonal residents and visitors are co-mingled in the crowd and the event draws thousands to Nisswa on the day after Thanksgiving. “When the world is thinking about rushing out to shop the Black Friday deals, we are packaging up our beautiful community for a Hallmark movie scene. Nisswa is definitely the place to be to spend quality time with your family and friends.” For the third year, the chamber will conduct a button campaign that promotes shopping in Nisswa. Buy a button for $5 and get

Residents lined up at Schaefer’s Foods in Nisswa to taste samples from each grocery department at the 2012 Taste of the Holidays event. ECHO JOURNAL FILE PHOTO

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Andy Schaefer, left, helps serve food at a previous Taste of the Holidays event at Schaefer’s Foods in Nisswa. The 16th annual event raised money for the NisswaLake Shore area First Responders to go toward the purchase of new 800 megahertz radios and other lifesaving equipment.

Fireworks as seen be Nisswa City of Light spectators. ECHO FILE PHOTO

discounts from participating chamber member businesses, starting with City of Lights day and going through the end of 2014. New this year is a pancake breakfast hosted by St. Christopher’s Church youth on Saturday, Nov. 29, at the Nisswa Community Center. Discounts for the breakfast will be incorporated into the button campaign. Saturday, Nov. 29, is Shop Small Business Saturday, sponsored by American Express. For more details about this event, visit www.nisswa.com, stop by the chamber office at 25532 Main Street, Nisswa, or call 218963-2620.

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Santaâ€™s Bobbinâ€™ Into Town events will take place all day Saturday, Dec. 13, in Pequot Lakes, culminating with a parade. Following is a list of events: 2:30 p.m.: Veterans Wreath Ceremony at the Pequot Lakes Cemetery. 3-3:45 p.m.: Mrs. Claus at the Pequot Lakes Library with story

time, crafts and goodies. 3-6 p.m.: Horse-drawn carriage rides around Pequot Lakes. 3 p.m.: Bonfire in Trailside Park with cocoa, sâ€™mores and caroling hosted by Miss Pequot Lakes royalty. 4-5:30 p.m.: Dinner at The Hungry Loon CafĂŠ. Kidâ€™s dinner is $4.

4-5:30 p.m. Photo opportunities with Santa & Mrs. Claus at The Jack Pine Center. 6 p.m.: Light parade from ProBuild Lumber on Government Drive to left onto County Road 11 (Main Street) and left at the four-way stop. There is no entry fee to be in the parade, which is open to businesses, organizations and families.

Miss Pequot Lakes Angela Cole and former Miss Pequot Lakes Jeannette Watt talk and stay warm at the bonfire in Trailside Park during Santaâ€™s Bobbinâ€™ Into Town events in Pequot Lakes last year. PHOTO BY NANCY VOGT

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The Crosslake-Fifty Lakes American Legion Auxiliary will host the annual Breakfast with Santa from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 29, and the annual Christmas Bazaar and Cookie Walk from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. Both events will be held at the Legion. Breakfast with Santa is for area families and their children and grandchildren. Santa will be on hand to listen to all the Christmas wishes of the children, as well as to present each child with a gift of goodies provided by the ladies of the Auxiliary. Breakfast will be scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, juice, coffee or hot chocolate. Cost is $7 for adults, $3 for children ages 4-10 and free for children 3 and under. There will be a free fish pond for the children to go fishing for prizes. The annual Christmas Bazaar and Cookie Walk will feature local crafters offering their wares for sale at the bazaar in conjunction with the annual Cookie Walk. Auxiliary members each bake seven dozen of their favorite Christmas cookies for the Cookie Walk. Soup and breads will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All event proceeds will go toward the Auxiliary scholarship fund; $500 scholarships will be awarded to local students in the spring of 2015.

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Celebrate the holiday season from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Holiday at the Dam event at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Crosslake Campground. The afternoon will feature outdoor winter fun, including horse-drawn sleigh rides through the park, cider and hot cocoa, bonfire, s’mores, Santa and games. Bring a camera and get pictures of the dam to enter the Light Up the Dam photo contest.

Breakfast – It was standing room only at the Crosslake Legion on Saturday, November 30th, at the annual Breakfast with Santa. Dozens of people enjoyed breakfast and countless happy children sat on Santa’s lap to let him know their Christmas wishes. ECHO FILE PHOTOS

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The parade at the Pine River Parade of Lights celebration was short last year, but who would want it any longer in the freezing cold weather? ECHO FILE PHOTO

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