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Drawn by the day-to-day activities of police work he exciting dayto-day activities of police work keep Erin Scharbarth thrilled with her decision to enter the law enforcement career field.

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A police officer assigned to patrol for the New Holstein Police Department for two and a half years, Scharbarth spends her shifts responding to dispatched calls, enforcing laws and ordinances and assisting fellow officers and citizens.

Scharbarth also works part time with the Chilton Police Department where she practices communitypolicing techniques.

“I originally was very interested, and still am, in the forensic side of law enforcement,” Scharbarth said. “I found Crime Scene Investigation very intriguing and wanted to pursue a career in it. I guess you could say I was brought upon the idea from the popular show CSI.” Also intrigued by the medical examiner profession, Scharbarth said the idea of over eight years in school was not something she felt she wanted to do.

“I found going to school for forensics would make me just as proud,” she explained. “As I went to school for Criminal Justice with a forensics emphasis I spoke with professors who informed me I needed to be a police officer before I could do the crime scene work as most detectives do that in agencies.”

While serving her internship with the Grand Chute Police Department, Scharbarth realized she was thrilled with the everyday patrol activities of the job.

“I thought, hey, most of these officers get to do the first part of crime scene processing then either call a detective or get to help them out. Not to mention, the thrill of being a road cop from going lights and sirens to making arrests made me want to be a police officer even more. The array of calls and how every day is different really brought me into this career.”

A 2006 graduate of Chilton High School, Scharbarth received a Bachelor’s Degree in Art from UW-Platteville with a double major in Criminal Justice and Spanish, and an emphasis in forensic sciences in 2010. “I also studied abroad in Seville, Spain in fall 2008,” she said.

Scharbarth enjoyed various jobs before becoming a police officer, including stints at Ariens, as a nanny, and at a local grocery store as well as area farms. “I believe my customer service skills and ability to communicate in previous jobs helped me prepare for being a police officer,” she said.

Grateful for the opportunity to serve, Scharbarth said she most enjoys taking drugs off the streets. “I didn’t realize how much I would like to investigate drug crimes until

ERIN SCHARBARTH New Holstein, Chilton Police Officer working with New Holstein’s Drug Officer Rob Baldwin. I like knowing we are taking these drugs off the street, even if it’s a small arrest or a large bust. Drugs really can do damage to a person.”

“I also like how every day is different and I never know what my day will hold,” she added. “When we get the opportunity, I like the crime scene processing aspect also.”

Scharbarth finds helping people and socializing with citizens a very rewarding part of her job. “Medical calls are always sad for family members involved, but I like working with

the New Holstein First Responders on medical calls and interacting with the people in need. I believe they are thankful for us.”

Working as an advisor for the New Holstein – Kiel Police Explorers gives Scharbarth a chance to work with youth in the community, something she enjoys immensely. “It’s great to see them grow and respect our jobs a bit more after they can experience what officers really do.

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Enjoying the daily activities and excitement of the job can sometimes lead to humorous situations. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was called to a residential burglary alarm,â&#x20AC;? Scharbarth explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The other officer and I cleared the house of any possibly intruders as the home owner was not home. While clearing the house and while we were in the basement, I observed what I thought to be a person, hiding behind a door.â&#x20AC;? Scharbarth said she began yelling commands, and along with the other officer involved, opened the door. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To my surprise, it was a coat rack, with a pair of Carhartt bibs and a jacket hanging on it. There was

also a pair of boots on the floor. It was very personlike. It got my heartbeat racing, but the other officer and I got a good laugh after the fact.â&#x20AC;?

Dealing with mental health disorders can be challenging and is not easy for anyone involved, Scharbarth said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It can be challenging to speak with someone with a mental health disorder and confusing for them. It is difficult for both the person and the officer,â&#x20AC;? she said.

I do not have any children but have two nieces, and another niece or nephew on the way, that I spoil and enjoy my time with.â&#x20AC;?

Scharbarth also enjoys spending her free time traveling, turkey hunting, fishing, and working out.

always keep learning,â&#x20AC;? she added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I enjoy going to new trainings.â&#x20AC;?

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Scharbarth is engaged and thoroughly enjoys the companionship of her cat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She is my favorite thing,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love animals very much. I love working on the farm for that fact.

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Mignon relishes her role as chief for two communities o Ann Mignon of Brillion relishes her dual roles serving as police chief of the Brillion and Reedsville communities.

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Mignon has been with the Brillion Police Department for 23 years, first serving as a patrol officer. She became police chief for the city in September of 2013.

“In 2009, the City of Brillion began contracted service with the Village of Reedsville,” Mignon explained. “I have been chief there since 2009.”

Mignon’s role as chief is the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, and the enforcement of the laws of the State of Wisconsin and the ordinances of the City of Brillion. “The main duty of chief is to provide leadership within the department and give support to the department members,” Mignon said. “I respond to calls for service or emergency situations, and if needed I take command of the scene. My role is to enforce all department policies, procedures, rules, regulations, orders or directives within the department and oversee the daily operations.”

Mignon’s original life plans did not include becoming a police chief, or even a police officer. “When I left high school I had no plans of entering a career in law enforcement,” she

said. “My parents were a very strong influence in our lives growing up and always said if you see a problem, don’t complain about it, go out and do something about it,” Mignon explained. “I went to college, and during that time I saw people who were struggling and needed assistance or guidance, violations of laws and other things that frustrated me.

I realized quickly there was nothing I could do as I had no authority or ability to change what was happening, or the means to help people in need, so I went back to school and gained my degree in law enforcement. I love what I am doing.”

Mignon is a graduate of Appleton East High School and earned Associate Degrees in Natural Resources and Police Science before adding to her education with an American Management Degree and attending Criminal Justice Executive Development Institute.

She began her career in law enforcement by serving as a park ranger at Hartman Creek State Park in Waupaca. “I loved working with all the people and being outside, but the position was only limited term from April to October each year,” Mignon said.

“During my time at the park I met the local deputies and officers and found out about a part time dispatcher position with the City of

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I applied there and received the job so during the off season I was a part time dispatcher.”

Mignon said she loved working with all of the Waupaca officers, but her long-term goal was to be an officer on the road. “I saw a part time police officer position open in Brillion, and at that time my now current husband raced stock cars at the Chilton Race Way which was close, so I took the test for the position and received the job.”

“I loved my job and the community so we made Brillion our permanent home,” she added.

Mignon thoroughly enjoys her position and finds it hard to pinpoint what she likes the most. “It’s very hard to say one thing that I like most about my job. I love that every day is different and you never know what each day may bring. I love that I get an opportunity to meet so many people and have the benefit to work with amazing people who are dedicated to their communities and would do anything to keep them safe from harm.”

Mignon enjoys staying

active in the community she serves and attends civic organization meetings and events at the schools when her schedule allows. “I try to interact with the citizens I serve,” she said.

Being able to bring comfort to someone in need is something Mignon finds personally very rewarding.

“Many times when we are called people are in a difficult situation and need help, they may be scared or hurt or angry, and if I can walk away and know we maybe couldn’t resolve everything, but for at least that moment we brought peace and comfort to that person, that is the most rewarding feeling.”

“There are some situations you just can’t fix, and there aren’t any easy answers,” Mignon said of challenges faced each day.

“There are times you can use all the resources you have, make all the phone calls, try everything you can, and you know the problem or situation is not resolved, it may be taken care of at the time but chances are you will be back again at some point. Those are the cases that weigh heavily on your mind and heart and

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Mignon strives to ensure the public knows she is the same person on duty as well as off duty. “You get what you see,” she said.

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While Mignon’s line of work can provide its share of difficult moments, it can also lead to humorous and memorable ones. “A few

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Mignon said she has not faced unusual circumstances or hardships while serving as a female Chief of Police.

“I love being a chief and am fortunate gender has not posed extra challenges,” she said. “We all wear the same uniform and provide the same services, as chiefs we all have challenges we face but it’s not determined by anything other than the day to day events we deal with.

I have been very fortunate and have had great mentors and role models both male and female and have always been treated with respect by those around me.”

Dedicated to her profession, Mignon has been recognized with a National Traffic Safety Council Youth Safety Award and was named Wisconsin Association of Women Police Officer of the Year in 2015.

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“One of the adults yelled “Hi Chief Mignon.” The young girl ran up to me and hugged my legs and said “Oh I love the Mignons.” She was referring to the current Minion movie playing in theaters. It made me giggle for the rest of my shift and the following few days.”

Mignon is proud of her marriage of 21 years and grateful to be married to a supportive husband. “He puts up with some pretty crazy schedules,” she said. “A few years ago I had cancer which made it impossible for us to have children, but we have two

cats and a very spoiled dog.

When we have time off together we enjoy cooking, camping, bon fires, and time spent with our family, friends, pets and traveling.”

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Lemieux seeks to make a difference in her role eputy Leslie Lemieux dreamed of becoming Wonder Woman as a child.

While she did not see that dream to fruition, she has been a valued member of the Calumet County Sheriff’s Department for the past 16 years.

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Lemieux comes from a line long of family members serving in law enforcement. “My father is a retired police Lieutenant from the city of Marquette Police Department,” she said. “His father worked as a prison corrections officer. His brother, my uncle, just retired from the Wisconsin Department of Corrections as a probation and parole agent.”

“I currently serve as the Police School Liaison Officer for the Hilbert School District, the Stockbridge School District, and Sunrise Elementary School and Woodland Elementary/ Intermediate School in the Kimberly School District,” Lemieux said.

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Prior to becoming a PSLO, Lemieux worked as a patrol corporal and served on the Calumet County Drug Task Force. “I am also a Field Training Officer, the Neighborhood Watch coordinator for the Sheriff’s Department and I work with our Calumet County Crimestoppers program,” she added.

“I didn’t give my career much thought until high school,” Lemieux said. “I enjoy the outdoors and science and continued my education studying sciences, eventually focusing on Environmental Studies. I applied to work as a DNR Conservation Warden after earning my college degree, but needed law enforcement education and experience to be considered, so I returned to school for another degree, this time in law enforcement.”

Lemieux’s schooling includes an Associate Degree in Biological Sciences from Gogebic Community College, a Bachelor of Science degree in

Environmental Studies from Northland College, and an Associate Degree in Police Science from Fox Valley Technical College, graduating with honors.

Lemieux enjoyed law enforcement schooling and said she was lucky to be hired as a correctional officer for the Sheriff’s Department while still attending school. “I later transferred to patrol and that is where I have stayed,” she said. “I find it challenging and rewarding.”

Entering the law enforcement career field as a way to make a difference by helping others has been Lemieux’s goal. “I appreciate the opportunity to make a positive difference in my community. Working in the schools has re-energized me. If I’m having a rough day all I have to do is visit with the kids in the lunch room or take a few minutes with them at recess to put a smile back on my face.”

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“Of course, there is the enforcement aspect, writing truancy tickets and investigating juvenile crimes, but it is so much more,” Lemieux said. “Law enforcement officers working with school staff, students and families, and identifying needs for support from outside resources such as social services, can increase safety and help deter juvenile crime in our schools, at home and in our communities,” she added.

Married with two young boys and a stepson attending college, Lemieux’s family includes a dog and two cats. “We enjoy the outdoors; camping, hunting and fishing and spending most of our free time up north with family. I also enjoy running, reading and crafting when I have time,” she said. “Our boys are currently interested in being Captain America or police officers when they grow up, so we’ll see.”

Lemieux said she would like community members to remember that she, along with her fellow law enforcement officers, are mothers and fathers, sons and daughters, brothers and sisters, aunts and uncles, grandparents and grandchildren and husbands and wives. “We are friends and neighbors, mentors and community helpers as well as protectors and servants,” she said.

Serving as a law enforcement officer can be a difficult, but is noble profession Lemieux said. “It takes a special person to take on the ugly stuff on a daily basis. It can wear on a person. It makes it especially hard for us to see some of the hatred being expressed in our society directed at our law enforcement officers. The majority of law enforcement officers go into this profession to make a difference, to help people, and to serve and protect our communities.”

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Lemieux enjoys the daily opportunities serving as a PSLO, allowing her to build positive relationships with kids in the communities she serves. “I hope the impact of police officers in our schools is more than just security,” she explained. “I am able to reach out to the students in the classrooms doing prevention education on topics like drugs and personal safety, outreach for the Calumet County Crimestoppers program, and mentor students.”

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Bramstedt seeks to help and serve others enee Bramstedt enjoys the opportunity to help and serve people. A career in law enforcement enables her to do just that.

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Bramstedt worked with the Sheboygan Falls Police Department for nine years before joining the Elkhart Lake Police Department as a patrol officer last year. “As a young woman, I wanted to join the military,” she said, adding that her father was an Air Force veteran who served in Korea. “I wanted to follow in his footsteps; however, women in the military were not received as well as they are now. My father was also opposed to the idea. It wasn’t until after I was married and had a family of my own that I decided to pursue a career in law enforcement, which is paramilitary.”

“I worked several clerical positions and was an office manager prior to being married,” Bramstedt explained. “After having my children, I spent several years as a stay at home mom. Once my children were old enough, I went back to school to pursue my criminal justice degree.”

Earning an Associate’s Degree in criminal justice, she also attended the recruit academy to prepare her to becoming an officer.

Bramstedt said she does not regret her decision to wait to attain her degree. “I loved being able to spend that time with my kids.”

After graduation, Bramstedt spent time

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working in corporate security prior to becoming a police officer.

“What I like most about my career is the opportunity to help and serve other people,” she said. “I find it rewarding to be able to walk into a situation of chaos and be able to restore that situation back to normal.”

“During my career, I have served as an evidence technician, school resource officer, special enforcement team member, and Sheboygan County Sexual Assault Response Team member,” she added. “I am specialized in sensitive crimes investigations, holding several certificates and trainings in this area.”

“I love the variety of different things that I do while performing my duties,” she added. “In this field, you never know what you are going to be called upon to handle. I love the structure and organization that the law enforcement environment provides.”

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Another moment Bramstedt fondly recalls included a medical call involving a woman in labor. “I was the first on the scene and discovered the woman in the bathroom,” she explained. “She had just given birth in the shower. I cared for her and the baby until emergency services arrived.”

Setting boundaries in law enforcement work can be challenging, Bramstedt said. “We tend to see many things in this field, many of which are when people are at their worst. It is important not to let those things affect you.

More importantly, it is important not to take those things home with you. It is not easy at times.”

“I’m fortunate to have a great family that supports our law enforcement life,” she added.

Married to her husband Doug for nearly 24 years, Bramstedt enjoys gardening and spending time with the family dogs, Winn Dixie and Liberty. With their children Jordan and Payton grown, Bramstedt is now passionate about cooking and loves to spend time in her kitchen preparing meals.

Bramstedt is proud to be a three-year Triple Negative breast cancer survivor.

“The most rewarding part of my job is when a citizen goes out of his or her way to say thank you to me for my service,” Bramstedt shared. “I don’t expect a thank you for doing my job, but I have to admit that it is nice to hear from time to time. We all want to feel appreciated.”

Officers have a deep commitment toward what they’ve been called to do, Bramstedt said. “We face challenging times, with all of the anti-cop sentiment that is out there. I know that the majority of the public supports the police, but I think it’s important that they know that most of us are good officers that are willing to do whatever it takes to protect and serve them. We are committed to enforcing laws and keeping the peace.”

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For Knuppel, corrections post was a goal Brenda Knuppel always knew what she wanted to do with her life. She not only achieved her goal, she is excelling in the position.

Working for 15 years as a corrections officer with the Calumet County Sheriff’s Department, Knuppel’s daily duties include ensuring the safety and security of the jail and the welfare of the inmates. “I oversee the behavior of the inmates and submit reports when required,” she added.

“My mom told me that ever since I was a little girl, I always wanted to be in law enforcement,” Knuppel said.

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“I’m a Field Training Officer in the jail, so I train all the new corrections officers,” she said. Knuppel also serves in the role of classification officer. “I classify all the inmates in the jail.”

“The thing I like most about my job is it’s never the same from day to day.

It could be a slow day with no booking of inmates and then the next day you are booking in two to three inmates.”

Dealing with mental

disorders with inmates in the jail is the most challenging part of Knuppel’s position. “The jail is not equipped to deal with these inmates and the Corrections Staff is not well trained with handling these types of mental disorders.

We do get some training to help us, but we do not have degrees in these disorders.”

Making a difference in the lives of inmates is rewarding for Knuppel, and she remembers an incident that occurred during her first year at the Sheriff’s Department. “I was working the three to eleven shift,” she explained. “I served supper meals, and about 30 minutes later I went back to the Isolation Cell, where a

female inmate was located.”

Knuppel found the inmate slouched over on the bunk.

“I called her name a couple of times and then I shook her to wake her up, but she was unresponsive,” Knuppel continued. “I called for backup and an ambulance.

As I laid her down on the mattress, her hand fell open and there were three pills in her hand. My partner and I believed that she was trying to overdose herself. While waiting for the ambulance she had come to a little bit.

I asked her if she took pills and she whispered yes.”

The ambulance arrived and took the inmate to the hospital where her stomach was pumped, Knuppel said.

“We were told she was

going to be ok,” she added.

“We later found out that she had smuggled Trazodone pills in earlier that day, and she wanted to kill herself.”

Approximately two weeks later, Knuppel received a letter from the inmate in which the inmate thanked Knuppel for saving her life.

Knuppel looks forward to going home each day to her husband Paul and twin boys.

“I like to spend time with my family and I also like playing volleyball,” she said.

Knuppel thoroughly enjoys her position at the Sheriff’s Department. “You never know what the day will bring you,” she said.

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Leverenz works to keep people informed erving as one of two victim witness coordinators serving Calumet County, Julie Leverenz of New Holstein is amazed at the resiliency she sees in the people she assists every day.

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Leverenz enjoys the position she has held with Calumet County District Attorney’s office since September of 1992, working closely with victims and their families, and doing her best to make sure their needs are taken care of.

“Most of what I do involves providing information to victims and witnesses regarding the status of the case; court; assistance in the preparation of the victim/witness for testimonial proceedings and accompaniment of victim and/or witness to court as a support person; services referral to ensure the victim/witness needs are met; assistance with victim impact statements and restitution claims; notifying victim/witness of case final results; and return of evidence,” Leverenz said.

Leverenz graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh with a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in political science and criminal justice. “I also had a minor in French,” she added. “Not so useful in Calumet County.”

During her senior year at the University of Oshkosh, Leverenz served an internship that helped create the path for her career in the District Attorney’s office.

“I knew I did not want to be

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JULIE LEVERENZ Calumet Count Victim Wit ess Coordinator a police officer, corrections officer or probation agent,” Leverenz explained. “For my internship I was placed with the Victim/Witness Assistance Program in the Winnebago County District Attorney’s office in Oshkosh.”

Through that internship, Leverenz found her passion.

“I realized that working with crime victims was what I wanted to do,” she said.

After her 1991 graduation from UW-Oshkosh, Leverenz married her college sweetheart, Paul Leverenz, a New Holstein native.

“Paul and I moved out of state for his graduate

studies and I took a few retail jobs to help pay the bills,” Leverenz said. “I also worked at a facility where I assisted people with disabilities.”

“We decided to move back to Wisconsin after Paul finished his graduate degree and ended up back in the Calumet County area,” she continued. “We quickly learned that the newly created Victim/Witness Assistance Program in the Calumet County District Attorney’s Office needed a coordinator.” Leverenz applied and has worked in the position for the last 23 years.

Leverenz not only enjoys the work she does, she has also received numerous honors. “In 2007, I was awarded the Outstanding Victim Advocacy By A Victim Service Provider award by the Wisconsin Victim/Witness Professional Association,” Leverenz said.

In 2008, she was awarded the Public Service Award by the Wisconsin Association of Homicide Investigators.

Leverenz has continued to increase her knowledge over the years and is a credentialed member the Wisconsin Victim/Witness Professional Association.

STRONG WOMEN | law Being involved and serving on numerous boards, including the Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Victim/Witness Professional Association and the Calumet County Crimestoppers Board of Directors is important to Leverenz. “I have been an active member of the Calumet County Coordinated Community Response team, a group that addresses issues of domestic violence in our communities, since 1995.”

Helping people is a big part of Leverenz’s life. “I am amazed every single day about how resilient people are, even after something terrible has happened to them.”

“Victims often experience a lot of stress as a result of the circumstances surrounding their victimization, and the criminal court system is oftentimes a confusing and scary process,” Leverenz explained. “Offering support to people in our county who have been victimized is reason enough for me to go to work each day.”

“We work with a wide range of people in our communities, whether it is a merchant who is the victim of retail theft or bad checks, or the family of a homicide victim, or someone who has been assaulted or robbed, we strive to be empathetic and offer education about the court process to all of

the people we serve,” she added.

Leverenz finds the most challenging aspect of her position to be working with children who have been victimized. “Most often they have been maltreated by someone who is supposed to love and care for them,” Leverenz said “Unfortunately, this dynamic creates a whole different tier of trauma for those children.”

Sharing her favorite quote from Edmund Burke, an 18th century Irish statesman, Leverenz said, “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good (wo)men to do nothing.”

Married to Paul for 25 years and the mother of Rachel and Erin, both current college students, Leverenz enjoys scrapbooking, camping, running and going on vacations. She is a member of Bethel United Methodist Church in rural New Holstein and serves as the secretary of the church’s administrative board.

“We here at the Calumet County District Attorney’s Office work to treat all victims with sensitivity and respect,” Leverenz said. “I most enjoy helping people. I strive to help people to help themselves, so they can perhaps move from being a victim to being a “thriver” or survivor.”

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Hibbard found her calling while interning lways interested in the study of people, Danna Hibbard found her calling after participating in a college internship.

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Hibbard graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, and it was during a required semester long internship she completed with Probation and Parole in Wisconsin Rapids that she decided what career she would thrive in.

After her college graduation in May of 2002, Hibbard was hired as a Limited Term Employee with the Marshfield Probation and Parole office working as an agent. “Three weeks later I was hired as a full time agent in Wausau,” Hibbard said.

From Wausau, her Department of Corrections career has taken Hibbard to stints at the Green Bay and Manitowoc Probation and Parole offices before settling into a position closer to home in the Chilton office.

As a Probation and Parole agent, Hibbard’s main duties include supervising people convicted of crime and placed on probation or sentenced to prison by a judge. “They need to follow a short set of rules and report regularly to their probation and parole agent,” she explained. “Agents make sure those placed on supervision follow the rules set forth for them.”

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DANNA HIBBARD Calumet Count Probation and Parole after supervision ends from victims and offenders saying thank you is extremely rewarding for Hibbard. “It’s an amazing feeling,” she said. “The feeling you get to have helped to make a significant change in a life.”

The amount of paperwork that needs to be completed by agents can be daunting, Hibbard said. “The redundancy of it,” she added. Yet the rewards and the excitement of the position outweigh the deskwork according to Hibbard. “It is never the same. Every day is different.

The job is always changing and never boring.”

Hibbard has found a special passion in working with victims and has been recognized as a 2007 team finalist for the Secretary’s Salute (SALUTE) award

from the Department of Corrections and recently as one of the 2015 National Crime Victims Rights Advocates of the Year.

“I’ve given presentations to law enforcement officers, teachers, students groups and others on domestic violence,” Hibbard said.

“Victims are a strong point with me,” Hibbard said. “I enjoy talking and working with them and empathizing with them. It is a major thing in people’s lives being the victim of crime.”

An important part of her job includes training all new probation and parole agents for the state four times a year in Madison with Agent Basic Training.

Continuing her education is important to Hibbard as well as assisting to educate others and new agents. As a Domestic Violence Specialist with the Department of Corrections, Hibbard has conducted presentations at various trainings and expositions, including a multijurisdictional national conference for law enforcement and at area women’s conferences.

Having the opportunity to testify regarding domestic violence in front of the Wisconsin Legislative Committee recently was a highlight of her career.

Hibbard’s extensive work in the community includes colaborating with Calumet County officials on the Sexual Assault Response Team, the committee for bully prevention on the Run T.A.L.L. 5K, the Community Coordinated Response Team

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Married with two young sons, Hibbard enjoys spending time with her children, reading, and researching victims and domestic violence issues to constantly expand her knowledge base. When she has time, she also enjoys participating as a judge for area cheerleading

competitions.

Hibbard encourages those who might be considering a career as a probation and parole agent to participate in an internship while in college. “This job is not for everyone,” she said. “It is fast paced, stressful, and you need to be able to go with the flow and adapt easily.”

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During the last century, vinegar has become increasingly recognized as a low cost and eco-friendly household product. From cooking and canning, to cleaning items indoors and out, homeowners are discovering that this ecofriendly, acetic liquid is as versatile as it is useful.

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In the Kitchen Clean off the blades of a well-worn can opener with an old toothbrush soaked with vinegar to help remove dirt and grease.

Clean your ice/water dispenser by running vinegar through the system.

Flush the vinegar out by running water through the system for 30-60 seconds.

Rid your dishwasher of mineral buildup by pouring half a cup of vinegar into the reservoir and running an empty cycle. You can also use vinegar in the dishwasher instead of another glass cleaner to keep your glassware sparkling.

Renew sponges and dishrags by placing them in just enough water to cover them. Then add one-fourth cup of vinegar and let them soak overnight.

Remove dark stains on an aluminum pot by boiling two cups of vinegar. For stained and smelly plastic food containers and lunchboxes, wipe them with a cloth dampened with vinegar.

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Avoid using toxic chemicals where you store food; wipe up spills in the fridge with vinegar.

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Decorations reflect unique personalities Enchanted Florals’ main focus is to design and decorate a wedding or event that reflects a unique personality to create an everlasting memories.

The staff strives to design fabulous events, florals armaments, table capes, centerpieces, and rental décor, from its black formal arbor to its birch shabby chic arbor. Owner Mary Forstner said, “We enjoy reflecting the latest trends by going beyond to set the trends for each couple’s special day.”

Enchanted Florals also has created lily walls.

Forstner and her superior customer service staff listen

to the tastes and styles of their clients. She said, “We have a passionate enthusiasm to make the extravagant, casual or formal come true. Let us turn your dreams into reality. Our goal is to listen to our client and create a one-of-a-kind event by putting our personal thumbprint on each wedding to make it different from others. Beside offering full wedding services, we have also partnered with Du Bois formal wear to also supply the grooms and groomsmen with the latest in tuxedoes.

With a close and easy pick-up and drop-off we like to make things more

convenient for our bridal party.”

Enchanted Florals offers free consultation for any event, floral and event design, full-service florist, rental of glassware and pillars, arbor rental and lily wall, tablescapes (lanterns, bird cages, etc.), nonfloral centerpieces, candy dessert buffets, linen rental for any venue, table and chair rental, lighting, pipe and drape set-up, full set-up and take-down service, tuxedo rental, and photography.

Forstner added, “We also like to help you play off of your color palette and theme for that special day. Many brides like to check out

Pinterest and I enjoy making their vision come true. I have an art background so personal planning and custom designing is what I enjoy doing.

“Enchanted Florals doesn’t just do weddings— we are your full wedding planner,” she added. “I believe that using the elements and principles of design in the floral industry help to make every event more personalized and polished.”

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Millhome shares great planning experience At Millhome Supper Club, wedding planning comes naturally.

Millhome Supper Club’s wedding planning professionals know their job is about making the wedding celebration the experience of a lifetime.

“We want people to be happy. We want to give them good information and give them good questions to ask, whether they are planning with us, or shopping around for the site to host their wedding,” owner Aaron Sloma said.

“It’s all about giving couples the knowledge they need to make good decisions.”

Millhome Supper Club tries to simplify the planning process for the bride and groom by serving as a one-stop planning center for converting wedding celebration dreams into reality.

Jennifer Sloma said, “We try to provide the services in a way that’s easy to understand. We offer one pricing structure, and it includes everything. The couple knows the cost per person, and there are no surprises at the end of the day.”

Bartenders, room rental, linens and cake cutting are all rolled into the pricing plans to make budgeting the event simple to understand.

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Millhome has made a considerable investment in the decoration rental business, trying to provide attractive yet convenient alternatives for centerpieces, room decorations and even chair covers from their on-site inventory.

“We work with the couple to create the decor they want,” Aaron said. “And it all stays here, so there is no need for the bride and groom to be cleaning up and returning materials after the reception is over.”

The wedding planners at Millhome Supper Club like to engage couples in wide-ranging options for their celebration. “If they can think it or dream it, we can probably do it,” Jennifer said.

Seated along STH 32/57, the club is equipped to handle weddings of any size. The location helps serve guest lists that draw on people anywhere from Milwaukee to Green Bay and all the local communities in between.

The location is supported by attractive pricing, offering couples great value for the price of hosting their wedding celebration.

Millhome also has the flexibility to provide multiple hall combinations to “right-size” the wedding celebration.

While most Millhome wedding celebrations happen on site, the planners have seen growth in hosting

off-site weddings. Full catering and decorating services can be extended to the site of choice, whether it is the bride’s backyard or a favorite alternate location.

Aaron said they have more than half a dozen catered barn theme weddings booked for 2016 with food coming from either Millhome or the Slomas’ other restaurant, Parker John’s in Kiel.

Catering service includes the same level of food, service and amenities as if the reception were being held inside the hall at Millhome. Non-church weddings also can be held at the side of the river in Millhome—provided the weather cooperates. Aaron said this has the advantage of keeping everyone on site, moving from the ceremony at the river right into the reception hall.

Millhome Supper Club has a few open dates remaining on the 2016 calendar but bookings are already filling in for 2017.

The venue offers discounted packages on Friday nights, which are growing ever more popular.

Saturday nights are also discounted in the off-season months from November through March.

“We have a team here that far sets itself apart from the competition,” Aaron said. “From our skilled kitchen staff to our wedding coordinators, we have decades of experience to assist in making your day special. All our food is prepared from scratch. Our coordinators work tirelessly to make the day seamless and our event staff has years of experience in serving both on and off premise functions.”

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Tux rental business shares great history Schmidt’s Clothing of Chilton has been providing tuxedo rentals for grooms and groomsmen since 1995, but the business goes back quite a bit further than that.

will soon. What she said she has seen over the years is a lot of grooms-to-be coming in who also were there for their prom tuxedos a few years earlier.

Rita Holst’s aunt and uncle started the business in 1959. She has worked there since 1988 and purchased the business in 1995, and said the small town, hometown difference is a big reason why area bridal parties should look to Schmidt’s Clothing first for their tuxedos.

Schmidt’s Clothing presently works with Nedrebos/Savvi tuxedos out of Madison. The Chilton store has samples of those tuxedos in-house all year round, but an ongoing trunk show each February and March brings even more samples into the store. With the supplier so close and overnight delivery offered, last-minute alterations or requests are not a problem.

“I think it’s easier staying local,” Holst said. “You run up to the valley and it’s going to be 45 minutes there and 45 minutes back, and they’re not going to care about you afterward.

We see our customers in church, we see them in the grocery store. It’s that personal touch.”

If she has not seen second generations of tuxedo customers coming into her shop already, she

offers something to fit every budget, although Holst said it seems bridal parties are a little less budget conscious than they were just a half dozen years ago.

Schmidt’s Clothing is willing to work with bridal parties to provide whatever they want. She recalls the time a young man came in looking for a red, white and blue vest. While one could not be located, Schmidt’s Clothing set him up with a Navy blue tuxedo, a red vest and tie, and a white shirt to give him the look he wanted.

Holst also recalled the time she had rentals lined up for Chilton High School’s Sweetheart Hop. The dance was postponed at the last

minute because of weather, but the company told their good customer to just hang on to the rentals for another week. “These companies work with us too,” she said.

“It’s good cooperation on everyone’s part.”

“We like to be the one easy thing for brides and grooms to do,” Holst added.

To that end they offer inhouse alterations, returns on Monday morning instead of Sundays, and the ability to order engraved groomsmen gifts such as mugs, knife sets, bar signs, money clips, and more.

For more information stop in at Schmidt’s Clothing in Chilton’s Northside Shopping Center or call 8494716.

As for current trends, Holst said gray tuxedos—in a variety of shades—are popular once again. Navy suits and tuxedos also are trending. She said some bridal parties prefer to rent suits instead of tuxedos to provide a little less formal look and perhaps to keep the budget down a little more. Schmidt’s Clothing

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Autumn Ridge offers great wedding setting When a couple contemplates where to hold their wedding service and/ or reception, a golf course might not be the first place which comes to mind.

One look at what Autumn Ridge has to offer will have those couples changing their minds.

Located among the woods and rolling hills southwest of Valders, Autumn Ridge offers a picturesque wedding hall with many windows and a deck overlooking the golf course, ponds with fountains and a waterfall.

General Manager Chad Harrington said, “We also host many wedding services in our dedicated outdoor wedding area. Many brides and grooms had requested to be married on the golf course, so we decided to build an extra area

to simulate a golf hole.

The area is surrounded by towering oak trees and is built into a natural amphitheater.”

Harrington said outdoor weddings are trending these days, adding that Autumn Ridge hosted almost 20 outdoor wedding services in 2015.

Asked what sets Autumn Ridge apart from other wedding and/or reception venues, Harrington said, “The natural beauty of Autumn Ridge is absolutely spectacular. We will escort the bride and groom on the course with our limousine golf car to take photos for the special day. There are also many areas with ponds, naturalized areas, fountains, waterfalls, and rock formations that parties use for photographic memories. Another offering

that many weddings choose to take advantage of is our fireworks shows. Brides and grooms will invite their guests out for a bridal toast and host their own fireworks show.”

Harrington said he remembers one special day for a couple which is indicative of what Autumn Ridge can handle. “We had an bride and groom who dreamed of having an elegant wedding reception for 500 guests in an outdoor tent setting. We actually took care of all of the details on their wish list to host the event on our property including ordering

of the tents, extra tables and chairs, dance floor, food and bar service, etc., so the bride, groom, and their families didn’t have to worry about all of the details associated with hosting such a time consuming event.

They could just concentrate on what was truly important—their wedding day.”

Harrington added, “We would like to thank everyone who has trusted Autumn Ridge with the most important day of their lives, and we would love to show newly engaged couples what we have to offer. Thank you!”

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For a bride-to-be, her bridesmaids, and the mothers of the bride and groom, their big day often begins with a trip to the salon.

Shear America— which has salons in Chilton, Sheboygan Falls, Sheboygan, Mishicot, and Shawano—takes its role as the start of this memorable day to heart, according to owner Jeanne Schumacher.

“You’re starting the day for them and their whole memory of that day,” she said. “It is the beginning of their wedding. We’ve had wonderful responses from people, saying that we set the tone for a fun, magnificent day for them.

They get extra special treatment. It’s all about them.”

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to bring in food, snacks, and beverages to the salon to start their day off right.

While they are relaxing, the Shear America stylists are getting to work doing up-doâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, styling, airbrush makeup, manicures, pedicures, and anything else they can do to get the bridal party looking their best for the day ahead.

The stylists are what sets Shear America apart from others in the field, Schumacher said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have

really experienced stylists at our salons,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Skilled, well educated, and ready to enhance your beauty.â&#x20AC;? As for trends in the industry, Schumacher said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It varies with the individualâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;anything goes, traditional or trendy. It really is specific to the bride and the bridal party.â&#x20AC;?

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Big day begins with trip to the salon

Bridal packages exclusively offered to bridal party members at City Limits Hair Studio and Day Spa in Kiel allows for pampering services to be given at discounted rates.

Included in some of these packages are massages, nail services, waxing and tanning specials.

Kenra, one of the industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s elite professional lines, is offered in-house to assist in special occasion styles on the bridal partyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s special day.

Hair coloring, hair cutting, manicures, pedicures, body waxing and skin care are just a small list of services City Limits Hair Studio and Day Spa provides to the bride, groom and bridal party members Sisters and business partners Rachael Lubach and Rebecca Halfmann

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of City Limits Hair Studio and Day Spa said the salon has â&#x20AC;&#x153;an amazing staff which stays up-todate and educated on all current trends, ideas and styles which can set the bar with how our guests leave our salon. Because of our large staff, elite salon environment, practical location and well-rounded hours, we allow servicing to bridal parties large and small. From young to old, male and female, we ensure wedding parties are prepared for the day ahead.â&#x20AC;?

Lubach added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Provided with our wedding contract is the opportunity to have our salon staff come to you. Destination wedding contracts are always available for every bridal party. This gives the opportunity to reduce travel time, allow our services to be more readily available

look like themselves and not be unrecognizable to their guests that dayâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;just look extra beautiful.

products also are available for purchase at Shear America, as are Loma organic products for women.

A variety of packages are available to fit various budgets and levels of service.

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2016 is here and the wedding season is fast approaching. Some of the trends City Limits staff are seeing include that of effortless beauty. A classic look such as the chignon is a beautiful way to simply naturalize up-do’s. Braiding is forever a trend which is still excessively popular for this season. It is also a season of the undone locks.

Many women and youths are requesting the free-flowing, soft-curl look. As for makeup, out with the smokey eye, in with the natural look.

Strong eyebrows, bold lips and nudes are what are hot

in today’s trends.

Halfmann relayed a story that recently a groom contacted City Limits to say that his wife was attending the salon on her wedding day and he was interested in taking care of the bill. He wanted to be sure her day was taken care of and that she was just there to enjoy her time. “It’s wonderful spending those special moments with our guests,” Lubach said. “Seeing the love and excitement in their eyes really makes our job worth it at the end of the day.”

She added, “Due to our location within the small community, we watch our

Weddings among favorite events to plan A Schwarz Event plans a wide variety of events throughout northeastern Wisconsin, but weddings are among the favorite events for owner Lisa Schwarz and her team to organize.

“Our team meets with the clients prior to the wedding to decide upon their individualized needs whether it be as simple as dropping off the bouquets or centerpieces all the way to assisting their every need for their special day—from starting with the rehearsal dinner, ceremony assistance, to coordinating the entire event,” Schwarz said.

A Schwarz Event provides floral design and the

opportunity for a lot more to help the bridal party. “A bride and groom have many decisions to make when it comes to their special day,” she said. “We offer a wide variety of choices from rustic to ultra glam and everything in between. Our floral design team takes the couple’s vision and has fun making their dream event a reality. We customize each bouquet and centerpiece to reflect the personal style and vibe trying to be achieved.”

Schwarz said she does not put a lot of stock in trends when it comes to weddings. “It is whatever the bride and groom choose to reflect their own

best of their ability. They also attend regular bridal expos which offer deals and discounts and feature some of the work City Limits has produced.

guests grow. Nothing is more fulfilling than watching it happen in our chair, from listening to the stories of how they met, to their proposal, wedding planning and all that follows their wedding day.”

Keep an eye out for City Limits’ Facebook page as it provides specials, deals, product information, and so much more. People also can contact bridal consultant Brittany via e-mail at city. limits.bridal@gmail.com.

The City Limits staff attends regular educational classes to stay up-to-date on all that changes, new ways to improve, and how to service their guests to the

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style and personalities,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For example, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;vintageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is sought after right now; however, instead of doing a standard mason jar with flowers, we allow our creativity to blossom, elaborate the simple vintage idea, and make it a fresh new cutting edge version no one has ever seen before.â&#x20AC;?

She added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The bride and groom are our sole focus on their special day. We will go above and beyond to make sure everything goes as smooth as possible. In the past, we have sewn up tuxes, dresses, retrieved forgotten items, and assisted uncooperative children down the aisle. Nothing is overlooked and we take pride in having everything go as smoothly as possible.

emphasize that we assist every type of bride,â&#x20AC;?

Schwarz added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;From DIY brides who only need rental items and a few extras all the way to the full-service bride who wants assistance with every last detail.

Transforming space and adorning rooms, we here at A Schwarz Event use our talents and ideas to produce unique surroundings and awe-inspiring reactions. At the end of the day our goal is to make sure every bride and groom are 100 percent satisfied and enjoy their special day to the complete fullest.â&#x20AC;?

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I have noticed a rise in jewelry matching the color of bridesmaids dresses.”

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One customer summarized why people enjoy doing business with Nesemann’s Diamond Center when she wrote, ”This is one of those family businesses that you can’t help but love to work with!

My husband purchased my engagement ring here and he enjoyed working with Alex and his father so much that we always go to Nesemann’s for all of our jewelry needs. We purchased our wedding rings this year as well as gifts for the attendants and moms for our wedding, and

Mike added, “We are here for the customer.

We do an excellent job of working with what the customer needs and wants, with keeping their budget in mind. Whether it’s a certain price range or a specific style or design we will do it. We don’t push or force anyone to buy or ‘settle’ for something they don’t love.”

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Susan Steinhardt of Studio 360 said, “Our continuing education includes learning the newest styling, braiding, and make up techniques. We use only the best products for your hair. Eufora uses a unique blend of botanical extracts and certified organic aloe vera to keep your hair beautiful in the most natural way. Moroccanoil is infused with nourishing ingredients for healthy, strong hair.

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Bridal planning begins with listening

Kerri Brantmeier said she enjoys providing something personal to bridal parties, but the key is giving them what they want and not what anyone else wants.

offer, which is just about everything under the sun when it comes to fresh flowers or perhaps mixing in silks if certain fresh flowers are out of season.

That process begins with being a good listener.

Floral Studio 1796 can help decorate the church and/or hall as well as providing corsages and boutonnieres, staying within the budget set by the bride and groom. Brantmeier said many brides these days get inspiration from Instagram or other social media sites.

They can share those ideas with Brantmeier who can let them know what is realistic and what is not.

“I”m really proud of the fact that I’ll really work with my brides,” Brantmeier said from the comfort of her Floral Studio 1796 shop in New Holstein. “I try to do my best for them within their budget and make it personal for them.”

Brantmeier’s desire to provide something unique and personal to weddings fits well with what she said seems to be a trend in weddings. “I think people are becoming more open to doing something personal to them vs. traditional.”

As examples, she said she is seeing weddings which are “more playful” and are incorporating brighter colors. That also works out well with what Floral Studio 1796 has to

In addition to having the floral side covered, Brantmeier and Floral Studio 1796 also can help with other aspects of wedding planning, from invitations ordered via Carlson Craft to gifts for the bridal party available from Floral Studio 1796’s gift shop or via special order.

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Perfect venue offers staff for planning Victorian Village Resort in Elkhart Lake is not only a perfect venue for weddings and/or receptions, but it also has the staff and services to take the stress out of planning the big day.

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helps plan your wedding with you to fulfill your unique dreams and also help with your guests’ needs so that everyone can relax and have fun while they are here,” said Judith Salzwedel of Victorian

visiting the Paine Art Center in Oshkosh the first two weekends of March as Brantmeier has been selected to participate in Rooms of Blooms there.

is Crafter’s Studio, a paper crafts business operated

by Kathy Horneck. Some brides prefer to make their own invitations or table decorations, and Horneck can help set them up with the supplies to do so.

Floral Studio 1796 is now collaborating with Carrie Strobl, who previously operated an event floral business in the Green Bay area. Brantmeier said she is excited to bring on another designer to work with brides.

Brides-to-be can check out Floral Studio 1796’s work in more depth by

In addition to serving bridal parties in New Holstein, Kiel, Chilton and the surrounding area, Floral Studio 1796 also serves many weddings in Sheboygan and in locations from Fond du Lac to Green Bay. For more information stop in, call 898-5660, or go to the Web site www. floralstudio1796.com.

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Victorian Village Resort works with the couple and their guests to do what it can to make their day extra special, being flexible where necessary and when possible. Salzwedel recounts one story: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well, we had a wedding where the engaged couple had to move up their wedding date by half a year, because the groom found out that he was being deployed. The groomsmen were all in the military, and when they solemnly stood in full uniform with their swords in the air creating a tunnel for the bridal couple to walk through, there wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a dry eye in the house.â&#x20AC;?

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Singing up a STORM

andra Lorenz of Sheboygan has always enjoyed singing.

As a member of the Sound Celebration Barbershop Chorus, she is able to let her love of music shine.

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Lorenz grew up on a dairy farm near the Kettle Moraine, west of Plymouth. “It was about the best kind of life a kid could have. Lots of time spent outdoors doing stuff, sometimes chores, and sometimes play and discovery. It was always fun.”

She sang in middle school but did not participate in singing opportunities during high school. “I was in the

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chorus for a couple musicals in my 20’s and 30’s, but other than that I didn’t do any formal singing until my 40’s when I joined our church choir for about four years and really loved it,” Lorenz said, referring to the church choir rehearsals as both challenging and rewarding. “I learned so much about proper singing, breath management, and vowel formation.

It was a two-hour rehearsal and we rehearsed the whole time, non-stop. It was like aerobics for your voice.”

“I have always enjoyed singing,” Lorenz said. “Especially around Christmas time, because there are so

many songs that many people know in common and can join in and enjoy the singing. Even though I didn’t do much of it formally I always loved singing.”

Lorenz joined the barbershop chorus, Sound Celebration, in 2012.

“I had been following the chorus and volunteering to help on the shows and in other ways ever since my sister joined the chorus back in 2003,” she explained. “Late in 2011 I was reading a book and it challenged me to make a list of the things I loved to do. One of the things I listed was singing. I looked at my list and discovered that I wasn’t doing very many of the things

LIFE | SINGING that I loved to do. And I sort of said to myself, if not now, when? So I decided to jump in and join the chorus.”

Lorenz sings tenor in the chorus that currently has 25 members. “I am currently the tenor section leader and I serve on the Music Team to help select and learn the music for our contests and performances.”

The public performances are what Lorenz most looks forward to. “We get to bring fun and a well done a cappella harmony to an audience,” she said. “I love to see them smile and at times sing along. I love it when they seem to be genuinely enjoying the music and the performance.”

Singing in tune is the biggest challenge facing chorus members according to Lorenz. “In tune singing is challenging and so critical to a capella music,” she added.

The group rehearses each Tuesday in Plymouth and performs two scheduled, public performances each year. The May performance serves to offer the chorus an opportunity to perform their two-song contest package in front of an audience.

“The other performance is our annual show in early to mid October,” Lorenz said. “Most summers we join the Men’s Barbershop chorus for Barbershop Chorus Night at the Plymouth Park, and we hire out for performances throughout the year to extended areas including Plymouth, Sheboygan, Fond du Lac, Two Rivers, and even Oshkosh.”

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LIFE | SINGING Lorenz is grateful for Director Janice Westphal and Assistant Director Marianne Cooke. “These two ladies are dedicated to the Sound Celebration Chorus. They generously donate countless hours to select and prepare music and show scripts, and are always ready to meet with chorus members who want to work on improving their sound. They are truly committed to helping the chorus and our members improve our sound and performance.”

Sound Celebration is part of an international organization called Harmony Incorporated. “We compete each year in our area contest in June, and we often attend the International Contest and Convention in November,” Lorenz said. “For a small chorus, we have strong representation in the International Organization with several members on the International Board and Committees. I think it says a lot about the commitment of the ladies in the chorus. I am proud to me a member of Sound Celebration Chorus.”

“What means the most is the collective work we do to blend our voices and produce a beautiful sound,” Lorenz said of the chorus. “It takes concentration and practice and trusting each other. It takes giving yourself and your sound over to the ensemble to harmonize and blend. It’s constant improvement every week.”

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Mar 13, FFA Alumni Toy and Craft Show 9am-3pm, New Holstein High School Mar 19, Antique Appraisal Day, Kiwanis Park Community Center Apr 16, 17, 22, 23, Dinner Theater, Gloria Dei Lutheran Church Apr 23, Free Family Fishing Clinic, Kiwanis Park.

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Mar 11, 12, Shamrocks & Shenanigans Music Show, Plymouth Arts Center. Three shows. 920-892-8409 Mar 17, Irishman’s Walk Parade starts 11am Apr 2, The Fashion Show 12-3pm, Allechant & Maggie’s Closet, held at Amore, 18 W Mill St May 13, 14, Plymouth Arts Center Singers Spring Concert 7:30pm. Admission Every Thursday (except Mar 24), Basket Bash 5:309pm. Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 920 893-9000. www.seranyastudios.com for class details Feb 20, Nuno Felting, silk/merino scarves with Susan 9am-noon OR 1-4pm. Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 920 893-9000.

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Feb 26, Mar 25, Apr 22 May 20, wine glass painting with Susan Radke 7pm. Seranya Studios Art Boutique, 920 893-9000. www.seranyastudios.com for class details Feb 29, Mar 28, Apr 25, May 23, artist’s workshops & roundtable discussions.

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Recipes, Recollections & Reminiscings from Marge

By Marge Petts Food and fashion trends for the year are always fun to follow since most of us love to dress well and eat well.

Bare legs are out as we see the return to opaque and Âżsh net stockings. Satin is also back for evening wear as well as wearing white with white or other clothing of the same color, which also has a slimming effect.

We may not be seeing bare legs as much, but shoulders will be bared with the arrival of more off the shoulder tops and dresses. A skirts-over-trousers look is newâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;or maybe not-remember skorts? The difference will be a shorter or wraparound skirt over slacks.

Star Wars has returned in a big way and so have metallic fabrics.

Food trends that started on the west coast last year will sweep across the rest of the country this year.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be surprised if you start seeing no-tip restaurants. Of course, this will mean that menu items will rise as wages rise for restaurant workers.

Healthy vegetables will be seen more and more on restaurant menus. The resurgence of gardening, along with more canning and preserving will become a way of life.

PaciÂżc and Asian foods will be the hottest food trend this year. In the PaciÂżc (Hawaii), â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pokeâ&#x20AC;? will be the new food trend that will make its way to the Midwest. A Hawaiian salad made up of raw Âżsh, such as snapper or salmon, seasonings, sauces, fruits and vegetables and Tofu. They are served on rice or lettuce with toppings and dressings of your choice.

Also more sparkling bottled water will make its way to our food shelves.

We will also see the return of bread making, as more bread will become healthier and more wholesome. Artisanal bread making will become the â&#x20AC;&#x153;thing to do.â&#x20AC;?

Because my grandmother lived with us, I grew up eating only homemade bread. After she passed away, I discovered Wonder Bread, which became my favorite for many years. Thankfully that obsession ended with my childhood. Now I too am going to try my hand at bread making.

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Focaccia Bread 2 BREADS 1 tbsp. yeast 1 cup warm water 1 tsp. salt 1 tbsp. olive oil 2-1/2 cups Ă&#x20AC;our Garlic, diced (desired amount for topping) Basil (desired amount for topping) Oregano (desired amount for topping)

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add salt, olive oil and 2 cups of the Ă&#x20AC;our; beat well.

Knead in remaining 1/2 cup Ă&#x20AC;our. Form a smooth ball and spread the top lightly with a little oil. Cover & let rise until doubled. Divide & form dough into 2 Ă&#x20AC;at rounds. Place on a cookie sheet. Rub the top of each loaf with olive oil and press diced garlic in top of each.

Sprinkle with basil and oregano.

Bake at 400° for 15-20 min. or until golden brown.

Oatmeal-Dill Bread 2 LOAVES 1-1/2 tsp. instant minced onion 1/2 cup water 2 cups large curd creamed cottage cheese, warmed 3 tbsp. butter or margarine 1/4 cup sugar 2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. baking soda 4 cups sifted Ă&#x20AC;our 2 eggs 2 packages dry yeast 1 cup quick or oldfashioned oats, uncooked 2 tbsp. dill seed Melted butter Salt

Combine onion and water.

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Brush tops with melted butter & sprinkle with salt.

SOLUTIONS | Recipes

24-Hour Vegetable Salad This would be a great addition to your buffet table for a shower, graduation party, etc.

12-15 SERVINGS 6 cups chopped lettuce Salt, pepper and sugar

6 hard-cooked eggs, sliced 1-10 oz. package frozen peas, thawed (2 cups) 1 lb. bacon, crisp-cooked, drained and crumbled (1-1/2 cups) 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded natural Swiss cheese 1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing 1/4 cup sliced green onion with tops Paprika

Place 3 cups of the lettuce in bottom of large glass bowl; sprinkle with salt, pepper and sugar. Layer eggs on top of lettuce in bowl; sprinkle with more salt.

Layer in order: peas, remaining lettuce, bacon and Swiss cheese. Spread mayonnaise over top; spreading to edge of bowl.

Cover and chill 24 hours. Garnish with green onion and paprika. Toss before serving.

Impossible Tuna Cheese Pie 1/4 cup margarine or butter 2 cans tuna, drained (6-1/2 oz.)

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup Bisquick (or other brand) baking mix 1-1/4 cups milk 1/4 tsp. salt, if desired 1/8 tsp. pepper 6-8 SERVINGS 3 eggs 2 medium onions, chopped 2 tomatoes, thinly sliced

Heat oven to 400°.

Grease square baking dish, 8x8x2 inches. Cook onions and margarine/butter in 10-inch skillet over low heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are light brown. Sprinkle tuna, 1 cup of the cheese and the onions in dish.

Beat Bisquick, milk, salt, pepper and eggs with wire whisk or hand beater until almost smooth, about 1 minute. Pour into dish.

Bake until knife inserted in center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes Top with tomato slices and remaining cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before serving.

Vanilla Mousse Cheesecake I recently made this cake for the ¿rst time, it was easy to make and everyone loved it. This would be a great edition to your Easter menu.

SERVES 16 40 vanilla wafers, crushed (about 1-1/2 cups) 3 tbsp. butter or margarine, melted 4 packages (8 oz. each) cream cheese, softened, divided 1 cup sugar, divided 1 tbsp., plus 1 tsp. vanilla, divided 3 eggs 8 oz. whipped topping, thawed

Heat oven to 325°. Mix wafer crumbs and butter; press onto bottom of 9-inch spring-form pan.

Beat 3 packages of cream cheese, 3/4 cup sugar & 1 tbsp. vanilla with mixer until well blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended. Pour over crust.

Bake 50-55 minutes or until center is almost set. Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool completely in pan on wire rack.

Beat remaining cream cheese, sugar & vanilla with mixer in large bowl until well blended. Whisk in whipped topping; spread over cheesecake. Refrigerate 4 hours.

Remove rim of pan before serving cheesecake. Garnish with fresh berries, if desired.

Blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries work well.

Amazing Crab Rice Cakes 1 cup chicken broth 1 cup Minute White Rice, uncooked 2 eggs 2 (6 oz. each) crabmeat, drained, Àaked 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup butter or margarine

4 SERVINGS

Bring broth to boil in small saucepan. Stir in rice; cover.

Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.

Beat eggs lightly in medium bowl. Add rice, crabmeat and cheese; mix well. Divide and shape mixture into 8 patties. Let stand 5 minutes.

Melt butter in large skillet on medium heat. Add patties; cook 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown on both sides or until golden brown on both sides and heated through. Serve with fresh lemon wedges, if desired.

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SOLUTIONS | Recipes

Celebrating

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Champagne Punch 2 small frozen Hawaiian Punch cans 1 large frozen lemonade can for punch 1 large frozen lemonade can for ice ring 2 small frozen pineappleorange cans 1 package frozen strawberries 2 bottles sparkling water 2 bottles white soda 1 bottle champagne (you could use Cold Duck) Orange and lemon slices

Pour ¿rst 6 ingredients into a punch bowl.

When pouring the champagne (last), into the bowl, pour it against the side of the bowl, so it doesn’t disturb its effervescence.

Some of the orange and lemon slices can be frozen in the ice ring, which you make the day before.

Take another large frozen lemonade and dilute only half.

Pour into ring shaped jell-o mold.

By putting some of the fruit in the ring, you can ladle the punch through the hole in the ring without scooping up the fruit.

Enjoy your punch at your party!

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has been having a great time helping our customers purchase Alex and Ani Bangle Bracelets for themselves and others. We enjoy hearing stories about their special person’s life or something in their own life that inspires them to purchase one of the bracelets. Best of all the Alex and Ani bracelets are made in the USA out of recycled materials and many of them are Charity By Design meaning that a percentage of their sales go to some very wonderful charities.

Besides these great bracelets we carry a ton of other jewelry, purses and trendy clothing to keep you looking up to date fabulous. We do Boutique Bashes for the winter months.

Nothing like a glass of wine and some retail therapy to take away the chill of winter. If you are interested in a no pressure fun shopping party that includes yummy food, door prizes and some fashion advice give us a call and we will tell you all about them or stop by. Birthdays, bridal showers, office parties, just because or any reason you can think of, a Boutique Bash is a great way to have a fun evening with no cleaning or planning on your part. Where Fantastic People and Stylish Clothing and Accessories Meet! 920-8939888. 217 East Mill St, Plymouth.

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BEMIS BATH SHOPPE

located in downtown Sheboygan Falls, is a stunning two-story boutique that boasts nine inspirational lifestyle vignettes displaying hundreds of Bemis’ signature company toilet seats.

The Bemis Bath Shoppe also offers a variety of luxurious bath & body products, bath linens & accessories, cabinet & bath hardware, candles, gifts, clothing and more! 1 Store. 2 Floors. Endless Ideas. resonates with customers because they immediately see the infinite possibilities to enhance the look

of their home or find beautiful gifts and personal items.

Bemis Manufacturing Co. and the Bemis Bath Shoppe are proud to be located in Sheboygan Falls. The Sheboygan County area is the bedrock for the company and the Bemis family is committed to manufacturing here for years to come.

To learn more about the history of Bemis Manufacturing Co., visitors can browse the second floor at the Bath Shoppe to enjoy historic company images and informational video.

Store hours are Mon-Wed 9-5; Thurs-Fri 9-6; Sat 9-3.

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BETHESDA THRIFT SHOP

Give. Shop. Support.

Connect.

When you shop at, donate to or volunteer at a Bethesda Thrift Shop, you’ll join us in our mission to enhance the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The income generated by our thrift shops helps the people we support lead fuller lives.

Since the first thrift shop opened in the 1960s, our thrift shops have been an important place for people of all abilities to connect with Bethesda and each other. In addition, our thrift shops provide local, affordable shopping options to families in the communities we serve and employment opportunities for people of all abilities. Those who staff our thrift shops and donation centers function as ambassadors for our mission—sharing their firsthand experiences about how Bethesda helps people with disabilities lead brighter, fuller lives.

Operating 19 thrift shops in eight states across the country, Bethesda’s Thrift Shops are a direct way for members of the community to support and connect with our mission.

We’re always looking for dedicated volunteers of all

ages to help staff and support our thrift shops and donation centers.

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BILL’S PIGGLY WIGGLY

Welcome to Bill’s Piggly Wiggly. Bill and Mary Schleh have been in the grocery business for over 44 years. They believe that customer service is something every shopper wants when they stop at a grocery store. So if you want “BIG” store savings with small town friendliness then Bill’s Piggly Wiggly is the place to shop.

Some of their signature items include homemade peanut squares (which customers come for miles around for) and homemade brownies in their bakery. They are the best.

Many of the deli salads and dips are homemade. We have a great line of homemade soups with a different soup everyday from taco, chicken enchilada, cheesy vegetable and chili, to just name a few.

In their spare time, Bill and Mary Schleh like to coach soccer and hang out with their grandkids.

The store features: • fullservice floral with wedding consultation • bakery • deli • liquor • DVD & BluRay rentals • propane exchange • gluten free items throughout the frozen section • dry cleaning • RUG DOCTOR rentals • money orders • copies • faxes • lottery tickets • postal services • specialty meats • four foot gluten free section.

Open Mon-Fri 7am-9pm; Sat 7am-8pm; Sun 8am-7pm.

714 S Wisconsin Dr, Howards.

Grove 920-565-4421.

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even a play. Years later, it became known as the Legion Hall. Not until 1977 did it take the form we know it as today.

Serving up bountiful buffets, the Cabaret Supper Club takes pride in carrying on the tradition the building is known for— excellence.

The large hall is air conditioned for the comfort of its customers and has a full-service bar. Up to 250 people can be seated at one time, although wedding parties of 500 people have been served. There is also ample parking available for customers in two large lots.

If you get a chance, stop by and try their buffet. You’ll be glad you did.

Call 999-3251 for more information.

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CAIN’S BRIDAL WREATH

We are a family-owned and operated flower shop serving the area for two decades. Since then, our vast pool of clients has entrusted us with their needs, from the exotic to the traditional; from the solemn to the celebratory. We use our creative skills and years of experience to arrange beautiful designs that perfectly match any occasion.

Our dedicated and friendly staff is trained to provide exceptional service to suit every customer’s taste and budget. We are constantly developing and updating our arrangement styles, and we’re more than happy to take requests for designs as well.

Call today, and let us add that special touch to your event with a breathtaking floral arrangement of your choosing. 531 E Mill St, Plymouth. 920-892-2867.

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CABARET SUPPER CLUB

In the small town of St. Cloud, three miles north of HWY 23 on County Trunk G, lies a building with probably more history than the town itself. It was established back in 1915 and was known as the “Oprah House,” where one could enjoy a movie or

CITY SHOE REPAIR & MORE

We’ve been at our new location 1327 Union Ave, Sheboygan for one year. 920918-7823.

New hours. Mon, Thurs, Fri 9:30am-5:30pm; Tues 9:30am4pm; Wed-closed; Sat winter

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hours 8am-12pm.

Parking and entrance are in the back.

Shoe Repair its More Than You Think.

City Shoe Repair & More is a full service shoe and boot repair from heel to toe we’ll save you dough. We hope to see you for all your repair and shoe care needs (waterproofing, laces, polish…). Now’s the time to winterize your boots.

We repair or replace zippers, elastic, Velcro, snaps, eyelets, buckles, buttons, purse straps, insoles and more.

In addition to repairing shoes and boots, we also repair purses, knife sheaths, leather chaps, belts, and baseball gloves. We can also sew on patches to leather motorcycle jackets. The “& More” is all the odds and ends that need repair or restoration.

Like a dog chewed shoe or slipper.

City Shoe Repair carries Thorogood boots, made in Wisconsin. We have nine different styles in stock. Ten percent off in stock Thorogood boots in February. Other styles for men or women can be ordered and available usually in a few days.

Custom-made men’s dress shoes and custom-made men and women’s golf shoes, from Tauer & Johnson also available.

Sizing by appointment.

City Shoe Repair also has over 70 gently used handbags, (COACH, sak, Etienne Aigner, Fossil, Tory, Nordstrom…), and a nice array of gently used high end men’s shoes, (Allen Edmonds, Johnson & Murphy, STACY Adams, Cole Haan, Dr. Martens…), and boots also woman’s, (KEEN, dansko, Dr. Martens…), reasonably priced.

Custom made cozy wool mittens different colors available.

And for the special man in your life we have all natural beard oil specially made in California.

Come visit us in our big beautiful new showroom.

City Shoe Repair & More is like shoe shopping in your own closet.

If The Shoe Fits, Repair It.

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DEPKE SHOE STORE

in Sheboygan Falls offers shoes for your whole family in all widths and sizes. We have

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a wide selection of quality brands for you to choose from.

We measure your feet and are dedicated to fitting you properly.

Depke Shoe Store has been in our family since 1966. We are proud to serve your footwear needs. We offer shoes from 4a - 6e, men, women and children’s shoes, work boots, dress shoes, doctor’s prescriptions filled, Jumping Jacks, Beekos, and Bogs, New Balance, Red Wing, SAS, Hush Puppies, Aravon, Ros Homerson, Spring Step, and Fly Flot Aetrex, Munro American, Alegria, P.W. Minor, Drew, Orthaheel, Dr. Weil, Minnetonka, Dunham, Old Friend, Clinic, Trotters, Comfort-Rite and Smartwool. Arch support products we carry Lynco, Power Step and Spenco.

Whether it’s for casual or formal events, we have the perfect shoes for you. 105 Pine St, Sheboygan Falls. 920-4674181. Mon-Thurs 9am-5:30pm; Fri 9am-7pm; Sat 9am-noon.

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DREAMS UNLIMITED MUSIC STORE & STUDIO

Dreams Unlimited Music is happy to ship any product that we have at your request.

It’s just that simple. We will ship any product that you may need as soon as humanly possible. Contact us and let us know your needs, we will quote you a price and get your product on the way. 215 E Mill St, Plymouth. www. dreamsunlimitedmusicstore.com

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ENCHANTED FLORAL

Start a trend. Impress your single (or even your married) friends with the fact that you do not need to wait for anyone to send you flowers. Forget casual Fridays—start up Flower Fridays in which the whole office orders in flowers!

Who needs a reason? Send yourself flowers just because you feel like it! “They just make me happy and I haven’t met anyone yet who didn’t like being around flowers,” new business owner Mary Forstner stated.

Enough tip toeing through the tulips. An art teacher by trade, Mary decided now is the time to believe in herself, and her dream. In October 2012, she opened Enchanted Florals of

Elkhart Lake and started working on holiday floral, wedding and banquet orders and flowers for everyday gift giving. “I’m greatly I inspired by the local business and community of Elkhart Lake,” she added. Most of her previous work was based out of her home and through word of mouth.

This spring and summer months she plans to offer a variety of fresh blooms and daily specials. Mary has an open heart and an open door for customers looking to stop in and smell the roses. “I can spend several hours working on a project or arrangement and think nothing of the time,” she said.

“I love what I’m doing and it’s not like work at all.” In essence, Mary sends a gift to herself each day. Now available, tuxedo rentals.

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IMAGE BY DESIGN

Thinking of a new look, one of our seven-experienced stylists can help you choose a new style, color or ask about them about our GK Hair Straightening Treatment. Hair is not our only specialty. It’s time to freshen up those dry winter feet with a spa pedicure in one of the new spring colors from the New Orleans OPI collection. While you are at it, add a matching gel manicure.

If you feel like you need a little sun, we have tanning bed and booth packages available.

Image by Design carries a wide variety of products from Loma, Paul Mitchell, Eufora, Chi, MENSDEPT, Nioxin and GK to help you maintain healthy, beautiful hair. Make sure you check us out on Facebook to catch our monthly specials.

We also offer a variety of jewelry, scarves and purses to compliment that special outfit.

We look forward to hearing from you. Call today to schedule your appointment! We are available Mon thru Thurs 9am-8pm; Fri 8:30am-4pm; Sat 8am-1pm. Gift certificates are available in any amount!

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JAZZERCISE

When you hear Jazzercise you think legwarmers and leotards, right? Or a workout for your mom but not for you?

We admit our workouts got so popular in the 80’s that we

created a fitness revolution that people still associate with us today. It’s true that we were the original dance party workout.

But today the leotards—and the 80’s—are long gone and our classes are way too hot for legwarmers. We’re still evolving and transforming people’s bodies and their lives. Why are we still here 45 years later?

Because our program works!

Jazzercise is a pulse-pounding, beat-pumping, body-blasting fitness program that gets you results…fast. It’s a high intensity dance party that fuses cardio, strength, Pilates, hip-hop, yoga and kickboxing. Burn up to 800 calories per hour in any of our 60-minute classes. Why do people stay? If you try our classes, odds are you’ll stay with our program for seven years.

That’s our average and we’re proud of it. Why do people stay?

Because we keep it fresh so you never plateau and never get bored. We have a variety of classes to challenge you— Interval HIIT, Fusion, Core, Strike, Strength and Dance Mixx.

Kiel offers three classes weekly at City Hall on second floor.

Class times are Mon & Thurs 6pm; Sat 8am. Attend once, twice or three times weekly.

Check us out at jazzercise.com or 920.775.9305.

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KLIPS & TIPS

Do you want to be pampered?

Klips & Tips is a full service salon that has something for every member of the family. We have been in business for 3 1/2 years in our location at 435 East Mill Street, Plymouth.

Our staff will assist you in scheduling your appointments and help to make your visit a memorable one.

We offer a wide range of services, which are all hair and nail services including pedicures and acrylic or gel nails, waxing and ear candling, as well as ear piercing and many other services. If you want to feel like you are on vacation, come in for a day of pampering or enjoy our tanning bed that now has new bulbs and feel like you are in the tropics.

Our products are top notch.

We use Joico color and perms that are made to work with each other. Klips & Tips now also is proud to carry an ORGANIC

line, which is LOMA. The first ingredient is Aloe Vera. Both Joico and LOMA will make your hair very manageable and feel and look it’s best. MonThurs 9am-7pm; Fri 9am-4pm; Sat 8am-noon. Please call us or go ONLINE to book your appointment. 920-627-4247 klipsntips.com

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MIESFELD’S MEAT MARKET

is a family-owned and operated meat market located in Sheboygan. Our staff has more than 50 years of combined experience and is committed to providing our customers with quality products and services that meet and surpass their expectations.

Over the years we have earned an enviable reputation by offering only the finest quality of meat available in the United States. Each piece of food that passes through our doors is guaranteed to be restaurant quality and we receive fresh shipments daily from locations throughout the United States and worldwide. If you love to cook, then come into our store to learn more about how we can help you put delicious meals on your table.

Miesfeld’s Market Inc. has won the Chamber of Commerce Retailer of the Year award for 2013 and 2014. 4811 Venture Dr (HWY 42), Sheboygan. 920565-6328. www.miesfelds.com

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MOLLY’S COBBLER SHOP

has been serving Sheboygan and the surrounding community since 1904. We repair both men’s and ladies shoes. Dress shoes, work shoes, motorcycle boots, cowboy boots and more.

We also repair leather bags, belts, replace eyelets, rivets, and Velcro.

You will also find a selection of shoe care products along with a large selection of laces. If new work shoes are what you need, we special order Thorogood work and uniform shoes, made here in Wisconsin. Visit weinbrennerusa.com to see the selection available.

You can also find a selection of men’s hats from traditional Pub Caps to Fedora’s, Bowlers and Pork Pies. We also carry a selection of Stormy® Kromers,

manufactured in Ironwood, Michigan.

Open Tues-Fri from 10am5pm; Sat 10am-1pm. 1003 Michigan Ave, Sheboygan. 920452-7838.

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NESEMANN’S DIAMOND CENTER

was established is 1919 and has been in the town of Plymouth since 1957. We are a family owned and run business and we aim to please the customer. We have a full line of engagement rings that fit any budget and with a bench jeweler on hand customizing and designing rings becomes very easy. We also carry a large selection of gold/silver gemstone designs, watches, and giftware for any occasion.

In addition to the sale of fine jewelry, we provide repairs on all your jewelry needs in house.

Not one single item repaired at Nesemann’s is sent off site, everything is done in house

by Mike (owner) or Alex (son).

Engraving and appraisals add to the list of services we provide for our customers.

Please allow Nesemann’s Diamond Center to fulfill all of your jewelry needs. “There’s always a Nesemann at Nesemann’s.”

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PERMANENT COSMETICS

BY HEIDI

Heidi Hess, LPN, Permanent Cosmetics Specialist Licensed Tattooist has worked in the medical field since 1980 and has been performing permanent cosmetics since 2002. She is a licensed practical nurse (LPN) and has worked in a variety of medical specialties, including facial plastics. In addition to operating her permanent cosmetics business Heidi is also a hospice nurse.

Heidi’s initial experience with permanent cosmetics began in 1993 when she had the permanent eyeliner procedure done. She has since had her eyebrows and lip liner done as well. Heidi made the decision to pursue training in permanent cosmetics because she was so thrilled with the results other own permanent cosmetics and she realized that others would

be too! Her nursing background has proven to be very beneficial in her work with permanent cosmetics. Permanent Cosmetic Make-Up, look your best 24 hours a day with no effort. Locations: A. Prive’ 815 Riverfront Dr, Sheboygan; GJ’s Salon-N-Spa1604 Washington St, Two Rivers; Bella Wellness & Aesthetics Center 105 Western Ave, Suite 3, Waupaca. 920950-2250.

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SERANYA STUDIOS ART BOUTIQUE

located at 307 E. Mill St in one of the most beautiful and historically significant buildings of downtown Plymouth, Seranya Studios Art Boutique is a unique treasure. We offer a fantastic selection of fine art and fine craft by local artists and makers. Visit Seranya Studios to experience a visual symphony of beautiful colors, textures and forms.

You’ll find exquisite, one-of-akind items with an unmatched depth of variety and selection, including jewelry, home décor, garden art, finely crafted wood items, fine art paintings in oil, acrylic and watercolor, fashion accessories and wearable art, gourd art, fine metal sculpture, greeting cards, luscious handmade natural soaps, lotions, lip balms and salves, art journals, books by local authors, doll clothes, hand carvings, painted antique saws, painted home furnishings, hand woven baskets, and much more.

Seranya Studios also offers art parties, classes and workshops in many forms of art.

Just ask and we’ll put something together just for you if you don’t see what you’d like on our current class offerings schedule.

We are also honored to be partnering with Pourvino Wine Bar offering Art & Vino art and wine parties at Pourvino.

Easy parking in back off Stafford Street with a rear entrance makes us easy to get to. Of course we have a front entrance off Mill Street too. We are open seven days a week for your shopping convenience.

Mon-Thurs 10am-5:30pm; Fri 10am-7pm; Sat 10am-4pm; Sun noon-4pm. See our ad in this issue for a sneak peek at all the beautiful things you’ll find. www.seranyastudios.

com. www.facebook.com/ seranyastudiosartboutique. 920893-9000

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VICTORIAN CHOCOLATE SHOPPE

Experience Sheboygan’s Old Time chocolate and candy store offering over 80 varieties of homemade hand-dipped truffles and chocolates, perfect for any occasion. We also carry 22 kinds of delicious sugar-free chocolates. Gift boxes filled with goodies are made to order. Take a walk down memory lane with our wide selection of nostalgic candy. You haven’t visited Sheboygan unless you stop in for our famous chocolate dipped raspberries. There’s something for everyone. 519 S. 8th St, Sheboygan. 920-208-3511.www. victorianchocolateshoppe.com.

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VICTORIAN VILLAGE

For the magical wedding of your dream.

If you picture a fairy tale wedding at a charming resort in a quaint lakeside village, this is the place to be.

This beautiful vintage resort feels like a casual country estate, with lovely landscaped grounds, a theatre that seats up to 300 people or choose a tent wedding on our lawn.

With our Back Porch Bistro and everyone’s happy place—the Barefoot Tiki Bar. There are so many choices for ceremony, reception, rehearsal dinner and remarkable photographic backgrounds that you will be delighted with everything that we have to offer. Golf, take a cocktail cruise or explore our authentic little downtown shops and galleries.

You and your guests will be amazed at the beauty and graciousness of Victorian Village Resort, we are happy to provide you with everything that you need and attend to every little detail of your special day. We have an array of pricing options for you and accommodations of hotel rooms and condos that will please everyone on your list.

See our Wedding Page: pinterest.com/vicvillresort/ weddingsevents and contact our events coordinator today.

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`b by y Dr. Dr Nic Nic Giebler, Gie eb bler D.C. DC

Well, it happened. I’m part of the “club” now.

I now own a FitBit. I needed a new running watch and decided to go with the FitBit Surge. It’s a watch that tracks how many steps I take each day, how many Àights of stairs I climb every day, and it can also be used as a GPS running watch.

That last reason was the reason I bought it. But now that I’ve had it for a couple weeks, there is so much more it can do!

I’ve seen so many more people with FitBits on at my of¿ce that it has become a regular conversation topic. I’ll ask how many steps they have in that day, or what is their record for most steps in a day, etc.

While not long ago I was skeptical of the whole idea of a FitBit (I’m healthy…I don’t need to know how many steps I take in a day…I count by miles because I’m a runner!), I have to say that I love the concept and I highly recommend it for those of you looking to lose some weight and/or get more active. Here are some of the reasons that I enjoy having the FitBit on my wrist:

5. It hides under your clothes.

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There is no way I’d wear anything larger than this FitBit and not be driven crazy by having it on my wrist. I like the size of the FitBit because hides safely under my professional clothing and doesn’t impact my ability to work comfortably.

4. It gives you a much better idea of the quality of sleep you’re getting.

FitBit will tell you the quality of your sleep, which in turn helps you to concentrate on getting a better nights sleep. This helps with hormonal issues and cortisol issues, both of which sabotage weight loss.

3. It encourages a healthy spirit of competition… …because you and your friends and family can compare steps walked. Getting you to “compete” takes the focus off of your own preconceived limitations (that we assume are true) and also makes it more of a game to keep walking! This helps you to be more accountable to your goals as well by putting you into

HEALTH | mind & body competitionâ&#x20AC;Śand in turn, being on the same â&#x20AC;&#x153;teamâ&#x20AC;? with like-minded people.

2. Some FitBits can track your heart rate.

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No, I was not the smurf in a coinlaundering scheme. Grandma Brantmeier had simply convinced mom that my belly button would â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;go inâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; with a little coaxing from JFK. The coin trick worked wonders until 24 years later when, pregnant with my daughter, I again resorted to taping my protruding belly button.

My sister Diane was spared the belly coin, but she spent her formative years with masking tape on her ears. No, grandma wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t confusing my sweet baby sis with a Doberman pinscher. She just ÂżJXUHG 'LDQHÂśV HDUV ZRXOG VWRS ÂľVWLFNLQJ outâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; if they were taped back daily. These GD\V P\ VLVWHUÂśV HDUV DUH MXVW ÂżQH VR maybe grandma had something there. $V D FKLOG P\ KDLU ZDV DOVR ÂżQH Âą LQ texture that is. From the start Diane and I were blessed with very blond but very thin hair. Of course grandma knew that if we kept getting our hair cut it would grow back thicker. I spent my toddler years looking like a blond salad bowl, but to this day my hair is still very thin and very straight.

In grade school we gave up on the pixie cut but mom always tried to curl my shoulder length strands the night before a special occasion. Mom would wash my hair, glop it with green Dippety Do setting gel and twist it onto metal hair curlers covered by a lovely red handkerchief. After tossing and turning all night, my morning KDLU ZRXOG EH QLFH DQG ZDY\ Âą IRU DERXW 30 minutes! To this day I have nightmares about those beauty sessions and I jolt myself awake screaming, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dippety Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t!â&#x20AC;?

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When my siblings and I moved on to our teenage years, the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Words of Wisdomâ&#x20AC;? followed us closely. I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pin all of these on Grandma Brantmeier, but someone needs to take the blame for telling us chocolate and greasy foods cause acne.

I now know that pimples are caused by a buildup of dead skin cells, excess oil, and bacteria. Acne has nothing to do with Hershey bars or french fries. While I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a huge acne problem as a teen, I do feel ripped-off that I limited some of that good old junk food for nothing.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m also annoyed that we were told sitting too close to the TV would harm our eyesight. This myth dates back to the 1960s when GE came out with new colored TVs that gave off high amounts of radiation. GE quickly recalled the faulty TVs but those vision related old wives tales linger on. Of course the fact that my siblings and I all ended up with glasses is a bit suspicious. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re thinking maybe we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t eat enough carrots, think again.

Contrary to family belief, while carrots are a good source of vitamin A, they do nothing to improve vision.

As I grew into adulthood I did start to question some of the weird wisdoms passed down to me. Was it really possible the Bazooka Joe gum I swallowed at age 14 wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be digested until I turned 21? Turns out I could have swallowed PRUH JXP ZLWKRXW WKH JXLOW 7KH VFLHQWLÂżF American research group found that while the gum base is mostly indigestible, the

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Walk-In Weekdays Screening Mammograms on your schedule At Calumet Medical Center, our goal is to provide you with personalized care, close to home. That’s why we’ve created Walk-In Weekdays.

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