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Lifestyle Letter

Who's ready for winter?

NOVEMBER 2015 publisher Dan Weiler | DWeiler@LifestylePubs.com

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e spend months suffering through the long winter season... frozen toes, snow shoveling, slippery roads, and more happenings we could all live without. When summer finally arrives, it seems like only moments before it is gone, and we are again preparing ourselves for another central Wisconsin winter. Wasn't it just yesterday when we purchased our summer fishing license? Or signed the kids up for a summer of softball or baseball? If only we could control Father Time, Mother Nature or even Jack Frost, summer might last longer. But alas, we can't, so we do our best to prepare for the upcoming winter season.

My kids often inquire why I decided to publish this magazine. They ask me, "If you were going to do a community publication why did you not choose a community in Florida?" I might be thinking the same when January weather rolls in and slaps our faces with below-zero daily temperatures.

This issue of Point & Plover Lifestyle will help us all to prepare for the upcoming winter season, as well as the upcoming holidays. You will have the opportunity to read a story about giving thanks and giving back through adoption. Find out how to prepare your car for the cold weather that is on its way, as well as preparing your home and yourself for the upcoming holidays (and your soon-to-be-arriving holiday guests). You will learn of a local student who excels at a very young age, and about a downtown destination that helps families get closer by offering events and activities for the family to share in. Our Lifestyle Calendar is packed full of November fun activities for the local community and information about events that the community needs to be aware of.

If you know of a local resident or business that we should all learn about, or if you have an event or activity you want to share with everyone in the Stevens Point and Plover communities, please let us know. Point & Plover Lifestyle is the local community's publication and we all wish to know more about residents and neighbors, and how special a place our communities are.

Last but not least, this magazine is possible because of the support of its many sponsors. Be sure to remember them, and show how much you appreciate their support of your local publication, by supporting them and their valued community businesses.

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Driver’s Notebook

20 Home Matters

12 Pulling Back the Curtain

Hidden Studios Tour reveals the visions and work of local artists in

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Good Times

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Friends, family, area residents, local business associates and the Portage County Chamber of Commerce attended the event for Elevate Life Chiropractic, now open to serve anyone looking to make an improvement in their health and wellness.

Walk MS: Stevens Point

More than 550 people came together to raise funds for and awareness of multiple sclerosis. The event surpassed its goal of $28,000 and generated $33,000+.

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Walk to End Alzheimer's

The UWSP Pep Band could be heard across Village Park as walkers gathered in Plover for the walk along Lake Pacawa, creating a sea of purple and raising $44,000+. Proceeds help advance research, provide local care and support services.

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Around Town 2ND ANNUAL BAKE SALE TO BENEFIT THE SALVATION ARMY On November 19 and 20 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., your local First Weber Group will hold their second annual bake sale at the business location of 5424 Hwy 10 East (next to Frank's Hardware). The bake sale is open to the public to provide not only delicious baked goods for the upcoming Thanksgiving Season but also to allow us all to have a great time. Proceeds from the bake sale will go to benefit The Salvation Army. Last year the local First Weber Group raised $2,000+ and their First Weber Foundation matched this raised amount dollar for dollar. First Weber, Inc. their agents and staff believe in giving back to their community.

The Foundation has donated over $1.5 million to charities throughout the state since it started in 2006. Some of these charities include Easter Seals of Wisconsin, Second Harvest Food Bank, American Cancer Society, Home For Our Troops, Ronald McDonald House just to name a few.

First Weber has also supported the Project Fresh Clothes for the last 4 years donating $5,000 directly and through their foundation. First Weber is the leading real estate office in Portage County (as per MLS statistics) and it's no wonder why they are "The Human Side Of Real Estate." Be sure to stop by and enjoy some scrumptious baked goods while supporting a great cause. For additional information call 715.341.6688.

LOCAL METALSMITH CHOSEN FOR COLORADO EXHIBIT The Art Center of Estes Park, in Colorado selected three sterling necklaces by Joan North for its National Juried exhibit “Lines into Shapes.” One necklace is “Scenic View” which features Arizona scenic jasper, pearl and sterling.

The Colorado exhibit runs from October 30 to November 14. Recently, the Art League of Lincoln, Lincoln, Calif., Chico Art Center, Chico, Calif., and Lancaster County Art Association, Strasburg, Pa., selected pieces of North’s jewelry for their summer and fall juried exhibits.

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West Bend. Her work is also sold locally at Q Artists Cooperative, the Riverfront Arts Center, and a dozen other regional galleries.

Former Dean of the College of Professional Studies at UWSP, North has been operating Joan North Designs for 15 years in her Stevens Point studio and online at JoanNorthDesigns.com. Look for her on Facebook at facebook.com/JoanNorthDesigns. For more information, contact Joan North at JoanNorthDesigns.com.

chicken tikka, chana masala (chickpeas), basmati rice biryani, naan and papad (flatbreads), aloo sabzi (potato curry), nav korma (mixed vegetable curry) rayta (cucumber salad), chutney and achar (pickles), mango ice cream and beverages.

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UW-STEVENS POINT TO STAGE “HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING”

FESTIVAL OF INDIA OFFERS WORKSHOPS, DINNER, PERFORMANCES Many local residents experienced the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of India at the 28th annual Festival of India, on Saturday, Sept. 26, at Stevens Point Area Senior High School.

The festival was presented by SHAMA Inc., and help raise funds to support education for India’s women and children, with proceeds benefiting programs that empower the impoverished in India.

The day included henna painting, an Indian bazaar of clothes, arts and crafts, games, Indian cuisine and a variety of workshops from 3-6:30 p.m., including yoga, Indian cooking, spiritual traditions, film, music and dancing. Stage performances were held from 7-8:45 p.m., offering professional Indian music and dance groups. These activities were offered free of charge.

A buffet dinner was served from 4:306:30 p.m. The menu included tandoori

Enjoy an entertaining evening of big laughs and song and dance numbers as the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Theatre and Dance Department stages “How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying” Nov. 6-8 and 11-14.

A musical comedy about the ins and outs of big business in the early 60s, the show offers a jazzy Broadway score, humorous dialogue and toe-tapping dance to songs like “Coffee Break” and “I Believe in You.” It follows a window washer who quickly charms his way into the role of company vice president.

“It’s a big crowd pleaser,” says Director Mark Hanson, an assistant professor at UW-Stevens Point. “While it took place long ago, it still works.”

Created from a satirical self-help book, “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying” debuted on Broadway in 1961, became a film in 1967 and was revived on Broadway with Matthew Broderick in 1995.

Recent revivals have starred Daniel Radcliffe, Nick Jonas and Darren Criss.

Performances will be held in the Jenkins Theatre in the Noel Fine Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 6-7, and Wednesday through Saturday, Nov. 11-14. At 2 p.m. matinee will be offered Sunday, Nov. 8. It is appropriate for all ages.

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UNITED WAY PROVIDES ADDITIONAL ‘IN A FIX’ FUNDING FOR 2015 The United Way of Portage County Board of Directors recently approved $10,000 in special allocations to continue the In A Fix program in 2015.

The goal of the program is to help income-eligible, working residents of Portage County with car repairs so they can get to work. It was created earlier this year as a partnership between United Way and NAPA Stores in Stevens Point and Plover, Emergency Services of Portage County, and seven area auto centers – Checks Muffler Center, Auto Select (two locations), D & D Auto Service, Auto Helpers, Team Matthews Tire, Premier Auto Body & Repair, and River West Motorwerks.

“I think it’s a great program,” says John Baehr, NAPA Distribution Center general manager and United Way Board member. “We have independent ownerships that live and work in the communities that want to give back to their communities. It’s great that we can help so many households.”

Using $10,000 in initial funds from the United Way Endowment and the $10,000 in United Way special allocations, In A Fix has processed 37 claims so far in 2015 for a total of nearly $13,000. Through discounts on parts provided by the NAPA Distribution Center and reduced labor charges provided by the participating auto centers, the value of the repairs has been approximately $21,000. The average amount per claim is $347.85.

Emergency Services determines the households that qualify for the program. Those who qualify are able to choose the participating auto centers they would like to use for repairs. Those auto centers give an estimate for the repairs that are needed, and if approved, makes the repairs. Each client is required to pay a small percentage of the repair fee, but the remaining amount is covered through the program. There is an annual $500 per household limit for repair services.

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Hidden Studios Tour PROVIDES A BEHIND-THE-SCENES LOOK AT ARTISTS AT WORK ARTICLE KRIS RUED-CLARK PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF HIDDEN STUDIOS TOUR

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enerally considered the peak fall foliage weekend in central Wisconsin, October 2 is also the only weekend of the year that the Hidden Studios open their doors to the public. The Hidden Studios Tour of working studios in Central Wisconsin was held on October 2-4.

Both artists and buyers found value in meeting each other. Art fairs offer that opportunity, but visiting the artists in their studios is even more illuminating. This is why artists open their studios to visitors every year for the Hidden Studios Tour, Art along the Ice Age Trail. Ranging from Amherst to Nelsonville, Almond and Waupaca, this year’s tour featured seven artists’ studios and a dozen guest artists.

The artists live and work near the Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail, and much of the local topography finds its way into their work.

“This is a neat area to be around,” says Paul Klein. Living in a landscape of lakes, rolling hills, and forests, Paul makes use of local woods and stones in his sculptural lighting. “I know the history of the wood, where the stones came from. It’s very satisfying bringing new life to the pieces I find.” He even incorporates maple leaves and other found objects in the paper for lamp shades. He beats the fiber by hand to make the paper, and he encourages people to try their hand at paper making when they visit his studio. Paul’s New Hope in Wood studio hosted guest artists Jane Barnard with watercolor paintings, Steve Uren with wood furniture and accessories, and Robert Rosen with photography.

“We are proud of the high quality and the diversity of the art on this tour,” notes founding tour artist John Davenport, an oil and pastel painter.

The tour included paintings, drawings, prints, photography, jewelry, ceramics, hand forged home furnishings, woven baskets, sculptural lighting, wood furniture and accessories, raku pottery and leather.

Brenda Gingles, who creates silver jewelry, hosted leather artist Ilze Heider, whose handbags echo her Latvian heritage. Brenda works intuitively and directly in the metal, not drawing designs to be replicated. “Many design ideas come from the clutter on my work bench with hundreds of pieces of metal, wire, stones, and beads, and from playing with all the shapes and lines there. Surprises while solving technical problems often lead me in unintended but better directions,” says Brenda.

For Brenda, the best part of the tour is getting to share her story. “My story includes not only my art work, but my studio, home, surroundings, inspiration and techniques. All the tour artists enjoy the special interactions of sharing stories with visitors and purchasers,” she adds. Sylvia Oberle and Kris Rued-Clark will also signed their new book about the Ice Age Trail.

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his winter while we are sitting in our warm house or work place, our friend-the automobile--will be sitting outside weathering the cold Wisconsin winter. It’s foolhardy to head out in a poorly maintained vehicle in the dead of winter. Dave Harvath from D and D Automotive Services, Inc. told me, “The single most important thing to remember when it comes to preparing your vehicle for winter is to have your vehicle winterized BEFORE winter is here. Your vehicle should be inspected by a qualified repair facility that has a winter inspection process that they go through and then share with you in regards to whether or not your vehicle is ready for the winter season.” Your local NAPA Car Care Centers has these tips to give you peace of mind during fall and winter driving: • As the temperature drops below freezing, add a bottle of fuel deicer in your tank once a month to help keep moisture from freezing in the fuel line. Keeping the gas tank filled also helps prevent moisture from forming. Don't wait for the fuel light to come on, experts recommend that your

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• Have your battery checked. The only accurate way to detect a weak battery is with professional equipment. While your battery might seem to have functioned fine this past summer, winter, as we all know is very hard on your battery • The heater and defroster must be in good working condition for passenger comfort and driver visibility. A poorly working defrost system can cause the driver's visibility to be impaired. Greg Carr at Checks Muffler Center had this to say about getting your car ready for the winter season: "ASE Certified Technicians use the latest diagnostic equipment and the best quality parts and fluids to service and repair your vehicles."

• Change your oil and oil filter to types that are better in cold weather. Especially if your driving is mostly stop-and-go or consists of frequent short trips. Regular oil and filter changes is one of the most frequently neglected services, yet one that is essential to protect your engine.

• The cooling system should be flushed and refilled. The level, condition and concentration of the coolant should be checked. Summer was hard on the cooling system and flushing and refilling of the system is an important preparation for winter.

• The tightness and condition of drive belts, clamps and hoses also should be checked by a professional ASE technician.

• Purchase rubber-clad (winter) blades to fight ice build-up. Stock up on windshield

washer solvent — you’ll be surprised how much you use during the winter months.

And don’t forget to always carry an ice scraper. Always scrape your entire windshield, don't just do a small area to save time at the cost of good driver visibility. .

• Have all lights and bulbs inspected. Replace burned out bulbs, clean road grime from all lenses. To prevent scratching, never use a dry rag. Clouded lenses can be refinished by your local car care experts and made to look and work like new.

• Worn tires are dangerous in winter weather. Have your tires inspected for remaining tread life, uneven wearing, and cupping; check the sidewalls for cuts and nicks. Check tire pressure once a month, letting the tires “cool down” before checking the pressure. Rotate as recommended.

Don’t forget to have your spare checked out as well, and be sure the jack is in good working condition. Doug Noskowiak informs: "Tires not only provide traction for winter driving, but also help your vehicle stop. The best case is to replace all four tires on your vehicle and it is required on all wheel drive models to prevent any problems with the drivetrain. If you can only replace two tires, the tires need to go on the rear of the vehicle. If your front tires grab when stopping or going down the road and the rears don’t, you will lose control and be sent into a very unsafe skidding situation."

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Brian Suchowski from Premier Auto Body & Service states, "Each car should have a complete tune-up and have the tires checked before the winter season arrives." Cold weather makes existing problems worse.

No one wants to be standing outside in the cold weather with their car hood up thinking, 'I should have had this checked earlier.'"

• Exhaust fumes inside your vehicle’s cabin can be deadly. Have the exhaust system examined for leaks and problems while the vehicle is on a lift. The trunk and floorboards should also be inspected for small holes.

• Have your brakes checked before the road gets slippery. It is hard enough to stop on slippery roads with properly working brakes.

Don't make stopping in winter even harder with substandard brakes.

• The transmission is often neglected until a major failure. Have the transmission system and fluid checked or changed at prescribed intervals. This can help prevent very costly repairs down the line.

• Always carry an emergency kit with you: extra gloves, boots and blankets; flares; a small shovel and sand or kitty litter; tire chains; a flashlight and extra batteries; and a cell phone and extra car charger. Put a few “high-energy” snacks in your glove box.

We cannot avoid the cold, slippery and snow-covered roads of our winter season. But, we can prepare our vehicles now for the long winter season. An act of maintenance and preparation today will help insure it will provide the trouble-free transportation we depend on.

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he fall is a busy time at the Central Wisconsin Children's Museum. Kids are back in school, and field trip season is well at hand. Providing a field trip destination to a wide range of children can be quite a challenge. Children's museum's goal is to provide a family-based discovery place where children and adults can play and explore together to strengthen confidence, capabilities and creativity through hands-on investigation. The three main ways they focus on accomplishing that goal is: 1) good interactive learning, 2) empowering parents to become active in their child's development, 3) providing a community space that they can come together in.

CWCM opened its doors in May of 1997 at the CenterPoint Mall in a humble 1,200-square-foot storefront. Caring families and businesses in the Central Wisconsin community made it happen. The Our Future is Now Capital Campaign rallied an army of donors, volunteers and stakeholders to support a truly grassroots expansion.

An expanded museum opened in November of 2010 at 1100 Main Street. Also, just recently, thanks to a generous anonymous donor, a new exhibit is planned "the physics of sound." Today CWCM serves thousands of children and their caregivers.

One of their biggest challenges is planning the exhibits. According to Executive Director Maggie Keene, "Reaching the most kids is a high priority, we must try and select something that appeals to a 4 year old as much as it does a 10 year old."

There are five important components of early childhood learning that are developed through activities at the Children's Museum.

1) CREATIVITY, INVENTION AND IMAGINATION

For children, the ability to create, invent, pretend and imagine is an essential form of play. Art projects, creative expressions and role-playing are great ways for children to build their self-esteem, express their emotions, and learn openness to new tasks and challenges. Encouraging children's imaginative play and curiosity will open the door to enhanced learning experiences in all areas of their development and foster initiative to direct their own learning.

2) MATHEMATICAL, SCIENTIFIC, LOGICAL AND PROBLEM SOLVING

Encouraging conceptual thought and the development of problem solving skills in the areas of math, logic, and science helps children build a strong foundation for future learning. These activities develop abilities to acquire, organize, and use information in increasingly complex ways to satisfy that curiosity. For example, playing with building blocks enables children to acquire an understanding of basic math and physics skills and also develop fine motor skills.

3) SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Children develop their understanding of cooperation and social interaction through activities that engage several participants in a high level of interactive fun. These activities develop children’s feelings about themselves and others, their ability to form relationships, skills needed to maintain positive relationships, ability to understand the perspective of others, and skills needed to succeed in group settings. There is a direct relationship between a child’s social and emotional wellbeing and overall success in school and life.

4) LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION

These activities help children acquire language skills in the areas of listening and understanding, speaking and communicating, and early literacy. Language has an essential impact on the development of a child’s brain during the first years of life. This development can be nourished by engaging in meaningful experiences with adults and peers that require children to effectively express their ideas and feelings, listen, and understand others. Even before children can read and write, they are acquiring basic understandings of concepts about literacy and its functions. Regular and active interactions with print, in books and in the environment, are essential for later development in reading and writing.

5) PHYSICAL HEALTH AND MOTOR DEVELOPMENT

These activities promote and develop children's physical abilities, and emerging knowledge and practices related to health, safety, and nutrition. Children’s future health and well-being are directly related to the development and strengthening of their large and small muscles, sensory experiences, and practicing healthy behavior. Good physical health and motor development allow for full participation in learning experiences.

When you donate money or pay admission, those funds are helping secure this place in our community for years to come. Science, math, technology and art are important areas to focus on addressing needs other than sports.

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"Changing a child's life doesn't happen from

one day to the next,

but teaching a child to

fall in love with learning can change their life,"

shares Keenen. "Learning

HOW to learn is a great skill. Education of the

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children is the best way to break a cycle of poverty."

Besides the heavy emphasis on children, the museum hopes to act as a community center where groups could hold meetings, fundraisers or even classes. After all, the community owns the museum, for without the many generous donations from community members, the good that happens there would cease to exist.

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Home Matters

GETTING IT TOGETHER BEFORE THE

Holidays ARRIVE

ARTICLE LORI FALK PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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ou are expecting company, both young and old, and are just now thinking of the umpteen things to do before they arrive. Here are a few things to ponder now to keep you on task and have a spring in your step for the ones you love during the holidays this year.

• Look at your front and back entrances. Is it easy for guests to see steps? Do light bulbs need to be replaced? In fact, look at the whole home. Do light bulbs need replacement anywhere on the exterior? Look at the hallways, bedrooms and all bathrooms. Are steps and pathways properly maintained and clear of snow, ice and debris? Make it easy for them to see where to go.

• Look at your bathrooms. Do you need a fall deep clean? Does the tile grout need to be cleaned? Are towel bars, door knob, cabinet hardware fastened properly? Does the vent fan work? Any bulbs need to be replaced? Does the bathroom need to be de-cluttered?

• For your younger guests: Are there breakables at a reachable height that should be tucked away? Sometimes homeowners forget the items that are attractive or valuable within reach of little hands.

• For overnight guests, do you have a nightlight for the bathroom that they will use? It’s easy for young and old to see where they need to be. De-clutter. Make room on bedside tables, dressers and chairs. Make your guests feel comfortable, period. Would they like a glass of water at night? A reading light? Kleenex at 20

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a bedside table for colds or allergies. Do they like more blankets…or a colder room? A few questions asked ahead of time can make your guests feel comfortable and very welcome indeed. Add a personal welcome note or flowers to boot. Everyone will want to stay at your house.

• Have a menu that others can contribute to. Have a mix of make ahead dishes. Have a variety of hot and cold. Nobody wants you to be a slave to the kitchen. Plan ahead and your guests will see that you’re having fun too.

• Take inventory of the kitchen and eating areas. Where are you going to seat the people that are invited? How many chairs and tables do you need? Tablecloths? Napkins, plates? Look at your serving dishes…what are you using? It should be defined ahead of time. You want to have fun, right? I lay out the serving dishes that I need ahead of time so that I’m not hunting high and low for that elusive Christmas dish. While you’re at it, look at the serving utensils to accompany them. Check that all cabinet hardware is secure, clean the cabinet doors and do a major wipe down of the countertops. Any minor repairs needed? Do you need to de-clutter the tops to make room for extra activity? Look at your refrigerator -- do you need to deep clean and de-clutter the inside? Eat through the three partial salsa jars, the three barbecue sauces and four mustards. Throw out the old stuff in the back. You will need the room as the holidays approach.

• Is there an activity that you can all participate in? Do you have games, cookie decorating or football trivia that can enhance the time that you have together? Make special memories.

• The day of the event, make room in the front closet for guest coats. Do another de-clutter at the front entrance, bathrooms and kitchen. Put the light on and a big smile. Family and friends are priceless.

A little holiday prep time can go along way to making sure your friends and family enjoy their visit to your home and to make sure the holiday season is enjoyable for you too.

Lori Falk is co-owner, Falk Cabinet Systems, Inc. and Past Board Member, NKBA.

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Locally Owned

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ere comes another Wisconsin hunting season, and in a few weeks spots of blaze orange will dot the local fields and woods, and the air will resound with the occasional pop of a deer rifle or shotgun. A local Stevens Point resident has taken his passion for the sport of hunting and his love for the outdoors to a new level, and an interesting local business as boot.

Mike Okray has lived in beautiful central Wisconsin amongst whitetail deer, turkey, waterfowl, numerous small game and faithful dogs all his life. As a young boy, the Wisconsin River was his Huckleberry Finn adventure land, full of bullheads and carp. He hunted for

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ing nature's perfect camo!'” Mike says. He developed that idea into a new camo pattern that allows hunters not to blend in with nature but instead to blend in with the deer themselves. These shirts have become a perfect novelty item for hunters to wear while in camp around the fire or after the hunt at a favorite watering hole. They are not designed for actual hunting use. "It really looks and feels just like deer hair," Mike says. The shirts are accented by a white throat patch and a dark spine column in the back just like a big buck would have. The camo is so good, even the deer are wearing it this year.

Many of us have shared our favorite hunting story with our hunting buddies. Mike has taken his hunting stories and placed them in print for all of us to enjoy. He has also provided some unique camo attire that will have your hunting buddies telling stories about you.

The novelty shirts, shorts or books can be ordered at KeepingItInCamo.net or by calling 715.310.4868.

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ducks in the stink marshes of his backyard, and took the occasional prized grouse that somehow flew into the line of his .410 shotgun.

At a young age, his father taught him the fine art of shooting a gun, and it wasn't long before he began participating in the fall weekend trap shoots in the area. When he was 17, his father bought him his first real "trapshooting gun" and he began shooting in a few registered shoots around the state.

In college, Mike formed the first trapshooting team in the history of Lakeland College, and took the team to the 1973 nationals in Lynn Creek, Missouri. He was then invited to participate in the 1973 USA International Championship. In 1974, he won the Wisconsin State Class AA International Clay Championship. He also had a tryout for the 1976 Olympic Games. In 1983, he formed an International hunting agency called Hunts West Inc., which took him on hunts to nearly every continent in the world taking everything from Kangaroos in Australia to Muskox in the Arctic Circle and Cape Buffalo in Africa.

From his experiences, Mike has authored two books, including this recent release entitled Once Upon a Time in Camo, highlighting the numerous comical things that can happen along the trail. His local business, named Keeping it Camo, offers a new camo pattern he has named “Dapper Deer” camo. This new design came about while Mike watched deer travel through a marsh.

"I really had a hard time following the deer as they walked through the chest high grass and thought to myself, 'They are actually wear-

Once Upon a Time Camo Book: $14.95 “Big Buck Boxer” Shorts: $34.95 (available in mid-November)

EVEN THE DEER ARE WEARING IT THIS YEAR!!

Visit our website for other great gifts for your hunter this holiday season.

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Giving Back

Help Make the

DIFFERENCE

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY LINDA STEINER

B

eing a foster parent is an amazing experience,” says Wendy Attoe. “You get to see the difference you’re making in kids’ lives and you see them grow and become who they are. “And when they first say ‘I love you,’ it melts your heart.

And for some of these kids that’s huge, because they don’t know what it’s like to love and be loved."

Her husband, Chris, adds, “It’s cool when you see them learn things they never learned."

The Attoes from Chippewa Falls have gained a keen understanding of the needs of foster children in the eight years they have been foster parents. They are the first upstate foster family licensed by SaintA, a multi-faceted human services agency that provides foster care, education and mental health services. SaintA has been based in Milwaukee for 165 years, and in 2009 was chosen by the State to provide half of the foster care services in Milwaukee County.

But the demand for high-quality, foster

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care services is statewide, so last year the agency expanded to serve all of Wisconsin with what is called treatment foster care.

The Attoes are licensed as treatment foster parents, those who care for children with serious physical or behavioral challenges. Many of these children have experienced abuse and neglect, and SaintA’s expertise in trauma informed care helps the foster parents understand how these kids’ past affects their behavior and helps them to work with the children to mitigate those effects. The Attoes now are caring for four kids, from the ages of 5 to 12, one who has cerebral palsy. They also have a biological son, Jayden, 12. So their lives are full, to say the least.

They consulted with their son before taking in foster children, which they said is important for anyone considering fostering, and Jayden has grown to be so comfortable with them that Wendy says he’s “kind of the mother hen, especially with the littler ones.”

There are, of course, challenges working with treatment foster children.

“You don’t need to be special, you just have to be kind and caring and have a heart," explains Wendy. "You just need to be a parent who loves kids. And overall, the rewards absolutely outweigh the challenges. Those are just little bumps in the road you have to overcome.”

Wendy attributes SaintA staff with helping the family whenever they need assistance, even to just listen when they call and are frustrated. SaintA requires trainings in trauma informed care, but to accommodate parents upstate, the agency has started doing webinars, and sometimes a SaintA worker will come to the parents’ home and train.

Beyond understanding the effects of trauma, the most important things for treatment foster parents, the Attoes say, is to simply do little things with the child, encourage them, and let them know you are there for them and always willing to listen when they want to talk.

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Giving Back

(CONTINUED)

"You just need to be a parent who loves kids. And overall, the rewards absolutely outweigh the challenges. Those are just little bumps in the road you have to overcome.”

“Trust is a big issue for these kids, so you have to gain that trust,” Chris says.

Wendy adds, “And you have to have a sense of humor in foster care. Sometimes you just need to laugh things off.”

Part of fostering is understanding that most foster children return to their birth homes. So the family keeps the lines of communication open with the biological parents, offering to lend a hand to help them be successful parents. When the children leave to go home, it can be sad.

“But it comes with all the benefits of knowing the impact you are making in their lives and with the bio parent, helping them to learn how to be better parents and to get where they need to be," says Wendy.

Wendy and Chris often speak to family, friends and co-workers to encourage them to consider becoming a foster parent. Wendy posts on her Facebook page and hangs posters in the community.

SaintA recently hired Heidi Seppelt to do recruitment and li-

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censing for the central region of the state. Located in the Stevens Point area, she connects with schools, businesses, churches, service organizations and families to provide information about the need for treatment foster parents. She is available to speak to any groups that may be interested in learning more.

Heidi will host a treatment foster care community educational meeting in the Portage County Public Library in Stevens Point on Nov. 9, from 6-7 p.m. Interested individuals can attend, or contact Heidi at hseppelt@SaintA.org.

For more information, GrowHope.net provides answers to virtually any question someone may have about becoming a foster parent, from requirements and timelines, to dispelling common myths.

Wendy and Chris say they hope more people will take the first steps.

“Help save a life!” Wendy says.

Chris adds, “Help make the difference!”

Sold Properties

Recently SOLD Point & Plover Properties neighborhood

listing agency

sold price

year built

home size

bdrms

f/h bath

Stevens Point

First Weber

$347,900

2010

4,104 sq. ft.

4

4

Stevens Point

First Weber

$285,000

2000

3,441 sq. ft.

4

2/2

Stevens Point

Coldwell Banker

$275,000

1997

3,848 sq. ft.

4

3/1

Stevens Point

Coldwell Banker

$248,800

2008

2,485 sq. ft.

4

3

Stevens Point

United Country

$230,000

1947

3,686 sq. ft.

5

4

Stevens Point

Re/Max Realty

$185,000

2008

2,535 sq. ft.

4

3

Stevens Point

First Weber

$184,900

1979

2,408 sq. ft.

3

3/1

Plover

First Weber

$174,900

1983

2,074 sq. ft.

3

2

Plover

Coldwell Banker

$155,000

2003

1,502 sq. ft.

3

2

Plover

Kluck Real Estate

$152,000

1990

2,179 sq. ft.

3

2/1

Plover

First Weber

$148,000

1982

2,051 sq. ft.

3

2/1

Plover

Coldwell Banker

$136,000

1983

1,996 sq. ft.

2

2

Plover

Coldwell Banker

$119,000

1996

2,230 sq. ft.

3

2

Plover

Coldwell Banker

$106,000

1960

1,290 sq. ft.

3

1/1

Source: MLS. 09/1/15 -9/30/15

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Star Student

Young but

Exceptional

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his month's star student is a freshman at PJ Jacobs and earned a 4.0 GPA during 8th grade. She plays on the SPASH (Stevens Point Area Senior High) tennis team, writes for her school newspaper, and is an accomplished violinist. Sabrina Tang is doing some amazing things at a young age.

"Tennis takes a lot of hard work, but to me, it’s definitely worth it," says Sabrina. "I’m on the court almost every day, taking lessons or hitting with other athletes my age. I started playing tournaments when I was 8, and worked up from the rookie level to being State and Midwest-ranked."

She is currently ranked 8th in Wisconsin, 122nd in the Midwest in the 14-and-under division and 14th in the 16-and-under division in Wisconsin.

Her passion for tennis is evident as she describes playing in high school.

"I’m really enjoying my first year of high school tennis playing in the #2 singles position and I am the only freshman on the varsity team," Sabrina says. "I think I played my best match ever against the Eau Claire Memorial team at a recent dual meet on our home courts. The SPASH team has never been able to beat Eau Claire in my school coach’s tenure. Both teams were tied at three matches all and my match was the last match on court, which made it the final and deciding match. I was able to win the first set 6-4, but my opponent came back strong in the second set and before I knew it, I was down 1-5. I managed to mount a bit of a comeback, but she won the second set by a score of 6-4.

Fortunately, in a dual meet situation, the deciding set is a full third set instead of a 10-point tiebreaker. Knowing this, I felt exhilarated going into the final set because I knew that I could tough it out. I was able to outlast my opponent and won the final set by a score of 6-3, helping my team win against the #1 ranked team in the state. It felt great having my whole team cheering for me during the match and especially when they mobbed me when it was over!"

Sabrina started playing the violin when she was 3 years old, and then piano at the age of 5, using the Suzuki Method and taking lessons from the Aber Suzuki Center in Stevens Point.

"Over the years, I’ve slowly advanced through the series of books, participating in activities such as playing in recitals and an outreach orchestra. I think that being able to play an instrument is a really neat skill to have and an enjoyable hobby to have throughout my lifetime," she shares.

Sabrina is one of the editors of the PJ Jacobs student newspaper, The Patriot Press.

"It’s a fun after-school activity," she explains. "We meet once a week and spend that time writing articles and socializing. Being one of the editors, is a good job for me because picking out errors comes naturally.

I’ve been a member since seventh grade, and intend to continue."

Being as busy as she is, she still finds time to travel with her parents.

"We like to travel a lot, especially for tennis," she says. "Tennis teaches many life skills, such as being mentally tough and disciplined, and it’s a sport you can play your whole life. It’s great to be able to meet people through it. Our goal is to visit every Grand Slam. So far, we’ve been to three out of four: Wimbledon, the U.S. Open, and the French Open, and we’ve yet to go to the Australian Open. This summer, we went to Paris for the French Open, and it was a blast! I even had a chance to use French that I studied in France, we took a pastry class, and we went on a tour to see landmarks on Segways. We also love to downhill ski, and have visited British Columbia and Utah for it. I started skiing when I was 3, and it’s another of my favorite pastimes."

Sabrina was nominated by both her school principal and guidance counselor for the Star Student award, and it was easy to see why.

“It felt great having my whole team cheering for me during the match and especially when they mobbed me when it was over!”

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Lifestyle Calendar

November

Point. Classes are limited to 15 participants each. For registration and more information, call 715.346.2706.

DANIEL O'NEAL-MAGIC REALISM ARTIST SHOWING

JENKINS THEATRE, UWSP

SCARABOCCHIO ART MUSEUM, STEVENS POINT

Directed by Mark Hanson. This performance is a tuneful score by Frank Loesser and is a Tony Award winner for Best Musical and is a sure fire hit. For tickets and additional information visit Tickets.

UWSP.edu or call 715.346.4100.

NOVEMBER 2 - 5

Selected paintings from 1982 to 2015 from Wisconsin artist Daniel O'Neal. The art pieces feature subjects and a style that recall an earlier artistic tradition reflect a tangible connection to our past roots and an alternative to art that emphasizes novelty.

NOVEMBER 5

NOVEMBER 6-8, 11-14 HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING

NOVEMBER 9 SAINTA TREATMENT FOSTER CARE INFORMATION SESSION

COFFEE WITH A COP

PORTAGE COUNTY LIBRARY, STEVENS POINT

BROOKDALE STEVENS POINT

SaintA has been providing safe, nurturing foster homes for children with emotional, behavioral or developmental challenges since 1984.

SaintA is looking for responsible individuals/couples with a strong commitment to children in need of care to become treatment foster parents/respite parents in Central Wisconsin. GrowHope.net

Join us and Sheriff Mike Lukas for “Coffee with a Cop” to build relationships one cup at a time and to ask questions and discuss topics of interest. More information can be found at CoffeeWithACop.com.

TUESDAYS TAI CHI AT THE SPA

NOVEMBER 11

THE WELLNESS SPA IN STEVENS POINT

WEST WING SUPPORT GROUP

Tai Chi for Wellness was created for children and adults who are searching for stress relief, mental clarity, personal renewal, and positive thought education. This simple form of Tai Chi focuses on the healing properties of Qigong (Chee-Gung) translated as “breath work” or “energy work”.

BROOKDALE STEVENS POINT FAMILY DINING ROOM

MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS

NOVEMBER 11

AQUATIC CLASSES OFFERED FOR ADULTS

VETERAN’S DAY CELEBRATION

UWSP QUANDT FIELDHOUSE

BROOKDALE STEVENS POINT

Adults with arthritis and older adults looking for a low-impact workout are offered aquatic classes this fall and winter through the Special Needs Aquatic Program at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens

Join us as we honor all veterans. We will have Honor Guard participation from AMVETS 1051 led by Michael A. Worzalla, U.S.A.R.; S.F.C. RET. Refreshments to follow. Additional information available at 715.343.7376.

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This monthly support group is a “light breakfast” sharing time for those interested in or on the journey of dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease. Designed to build relationships, further education and provide new resource ideas to those interested in this very important aspect of health care

SECOND THURSDAYS

NOVEMBER 17

HEALTHY FAMILY NIGHT

THINK - LEARNING WORKSHOP

CENTRAL WISCONSIN

ELEVATED LIFE CHIROPRACTIC

CHILDRENS MUSEUM

Is stress in control of your life and your health? There is a solution.

This workshop will reveal a program that will provide you with a roadmap and strategy to pursue, leading to an entirely conversation between you and whatever challenges exists in your life. For additional information visit ElevateLifeChiropractic.com.

Monthly healthy meal at 5:30 p.m. Then at 6 p.m, enjoy an activity and program for the whole family. Sponsored by Ministry Health Care, this program is free (museum admission included) and no pre-registration is required. For additional information visit CWChildrensMuseum.org or call 715.344.2003.

NOVEMBER 14

NOVEMBER 19 & 20 FIRST WEBER BAKE SALE

HOLIDAY FEST ARTS AND CRAFT SHOW

FIRST WEBER

ST. PAUL'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Enjoy delicious baked goods and have fun while benefitting a great organization. All proceeds from the bake sale will go to support The Salvation Army and their many great causes. 715.341.6688

Plan for the upcoming holidays with some unique artwork, bakery and crafts. Benefits go to raise money for Holiday Baskets which are supplied to many low income families in our area. For additional information call 715.344.3557. $2 Admission Donation

NOVEMBER 14 HOLIDAY FEST ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW ST. PAUL’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

50 Wisconsin artists. Door prize drawings for shoppers every half hour. There will be a salad bar and homemade soup luncheon with musical entertainment and a bake sale. This event supports church projects and the local Community Holiday Baskets program. Nov. 14, 9:00-3:00 at St. Paul’s UMC, located StevensPointIMC.org or call 715.344.3557.

NOVEMBER 14 MUSIC OF THE MASTERS UWSP NOEL FINE ARTS CENTER

Enjoy an evening cocktails and entertainment while raising funds for music education at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s 23rd annual Music of the Masters. A scholarship fundraiser for the Aber Suzuki Center (ASC). Tickets call 715.346.3033.

NOVEMBER 21 OPEN TASTING MARKET ON SIXTH, MARSHFIELD

Enjoy a Saturday afternoon of fine wine tasting. Two or three wines are hand-selected for sampling during the times of 1-3 p.m. No reservations are needed. A perfect way to start the weekend and enjoy some time with friends and family.

NOVEMBER 27 AFTERNOON DELIGHT MARKET ON SIXTH, MARSHFIELD

Spend a Friday afternoon relaxing and close down the work week in style. Purchase your favorite bottle of wine. We uncork it and bring it to your table(s) with glasses. If you wish, cheese and crackers may be purchased to accompany the wine. Reservations are preferred.

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business directory AUTOMOTIVE

Auto Select (715) 341-1600 autoselectonline.com Check’s Muffler Center (715) 344-8169 checksmuffler.com Napa Auto Parts (715) 342-1850 napaonline.com Stevens Point Honda (715) 341-2440 stevenspointhonda.com

FASHION & ACCESSORIES

HOME SERVICES

Joan North Designs (715) 345-0945 joannorthdesigns.com

FINANCIAL SERVICES & PLANNING

US Bank Home Mortgage Jason Heyroth (715) 342-2225 mortgage.usbank.com/mortgage/ jason-heyroth-5673-highway-10east-stevens-point-wi-54481

HEALTH & WELLNESS

CHARITIES & FUNDRAISERS

Adventure 212 (715) 343-0212 adventure212.com

EDUCATION

Dance Dynamics c/o Erika Weiss (715) 341-8200 dancedynamicsllc.com

Saint A (715) 204-6585 sainta.org

School of Performing Arts Elevate Life Chiropractic (715) 252-5052 stevenspointschoolofperforming- (715) 544-1069 elevatelifechiropractic.com arts.org UWSP Theater and Dance (715) 346-3978 uwsp.edu/theatre-dance

Infinity Wellness & Chiropractic (715) 544-6508 infinitywellnessandchiropractic.com

ENTERTAINMENT & RECREATION

HOME BUILDERS & REMODELERS

Central Wisconsin Film Festival Bergman Builders (715) 254-0460 (715) 341-5982 cwfilmfest.org/ bergmanbuilders.com What’s Up Portage County (715) 213-4534 WhatsUpPortageCounty.com

Assured Restoration (715) 544-4855 arhelps.com Duralum Carpets (715) 344-6363 duralumcarpets.com

INSURANCE

Secure Heritage (715) 460-4831 secureheritage.org

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Parting Thoughts

Affirming Our Thankfulness WORDS AND PHOTOGRAPHY DEIRDRE MICHALSKI

W

e have come a long way since the year 1621, when Pilgrims celebrated their first harvest in the New World. Writings recount a three-day feast and sharing the table with Native Americans who populated the area. They were all bringing their various crops, and the recordings describe tables of wild fowl and venison served with a corn mush and stewed pumpkin.

Fast forward to today, and so many of those tried-and-true traditions continue. In my family, we carry forth our own homespun style. Thanksgiving is a celebration of heartfelt gratitude. First and foremost, it is a wonderful day when everyone is cheerfully gathered together. And, since I adore cooking, it is quite special. The menu is filled with so many delicious treats and cherished favorites, with thick, heavenly gravy drizzled over just about everything.

Like many foodies, my mailbox is filled with cooking magazines chalk-full of creative recipes offering a new twist on an old favorite.

And yes, I try them. I love to experiment. However, over the years, I have come to the realization that my family does not want any of this.

Forget the ratatouille casserole to replace the haricot vert (green beans) smothered in butter and dancing with slivers of almonds. Say ‘no’ to the shaved truffles delicately adorning my homemade mashed potatoes.

And, a flat-out “no way Mom” was heard for miles to the mere thought of a deep-fried turkey. I am becoming a better listener. Let it be. We want it…the old-fashioned way. Authentic. And, so it shall be.

The table is set weeks ahead, and I often wonder why I did not do this years ago when I was working full-time. It just makes perfect sense. The décor is filled with acorns, pumpkins, multi-colored husks of corn, and fall leaves in hues of rich orange and earth tones.

Our fancy gold-trimmed china is placed upon burgundy brocade place settings, and silk napkins are the order of this day. A bevy of glassware stand at attention, all announcing the event is near.

Thank goodness for my “count-down” list, which assures me some tiny measure of success. Two weeks out I order the free34

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range turkey. Then, an outing to sample wines, as we make our holiday selections. Then, shopping begins in earnest. On the Monday prior to Thanksgiving, I begin sautéing the onions, celery and cooking the sausage for the stuffing. Using a recipe written in my mother’s hand is a warm reminder of her presence with me in the kitchen. The white wine is chilled, and the red wine is stationed at the bar. The day prior is a day filled with activity–from steaming the vegetables, assembling the stuffing and baking the pies.

On Thursday, we are up early to retrieve the turkey and prepare it for baking. A mountain of potatoes are waiting, and that means some quality time with my son, as we briskly peel away, chatting about everything and anything. The smell of the turkey wafting through the house has us spellbound. And, after resting, it is sliced to perfection. In recent years, I will admit to one big cheat.

I have resorted to purchasing my gravy ahead of time. I would pay anything for those containers of goodness that save me a half hour I do not have. I pour the golden brown sauce into a pan and discard the plastic containers (which I call evidence).

As everyone arrives for dinner, the laughter quickly fills the room, and football chants can be heard downstairs. It is all good and wonderful to be together again. As the host, I place a stone at one person’s place setting. The stone represents the earth and harvest. This year it will be my nephew who will lead the conversation on what he is thankful for. He is a Newport Beach Police Officer, and recently announced his engagement.

So, he has lots of things to share. Then, he will pass it to the next person, and, one by one, we will learn something new about each other and affirm our thankfulness on this very special day. Dinner will be proudly served.

Deirdre Michalski is a travel and culinary writer covering topics near and far.

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