nine•two•zero Editorial Team Megan Esau Ben Frieler Jenny Goldade Jessica Johnson Jackie McDonough Content Team Erik Buchinger Alison Herrmann Katie Knox Danny Kobin Brenna McDermot Production Team Tori Cavitt Chelsea Gawlik Kaitlyn Murray Jenna Nyberg Jay Spanbauer
Table of Contents Departments: On the Cover Winter Sports Couple Profile .................................................................................9, 10 Winter Sports Mini Profile......................................................................................11, 12
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Letter from the Editors.................................................................................................3 Opinion...................................................................................................................8 Who’s Who: Meet the Staff...........................................................................................23
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Entrepeneur Spotlight..................................................................................................5, 6 Office Party Etiquette........................................................................................................7
Food and Drink Side Meal....................................................................................................................13, 14 Recipe of the Month....................................................................................................14 What’s Brewing?.............................................................................................................16
Local Life Giving Gifts on a Budget...............................................................................................17 Indoor Activities............................................................................................................18 Winter Activites.............................................................................................................19 Calendar of Events..................................................................................................21, 22
The mission of Nine Two Zero Magazine is to inspire young professionals to connect with the modern lifestyle of the Fox Cities. Through fresh and dynamic content, the magazine encourages readers to engage with the community and provides insight on events, trends and opportunities.
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Editorial
Ben Frieler
Megan Esau
Dear Readers, Jackie McDonough
Jenny Goldade
Winter is a special time for Wisconsin. As snow starts to fall and a chill grips the air, the state comes alive with a variety of activities that are only available during the coldest parts of the year. Memories of snowball fights, sledding and hot chocolate start flooding back as the landscape is blanketed in pristine white. Our main goal when putting together our December issue was to connect you to a variety of activities, from the popular to the obscure, available in the Fox Valley this winter. Wisconsin does not shy away from the cold, instead embracing its reputation as the “Frozen Tundra.� We wanted to showcase the range of winter activities for everybody, indoor and out, because as great as winter sports are it is inevitable that the snow and wind chill will overstay their welcome. When the cold does get to be too much Wisconsinites have a variety of ways to cope. Whether it’s with alcohol or Netflix and a warm blanket, we know how to get by. Gatherings of friends and family are also a major part of the season, and this camaraderie is worth celebrating. From tacky gifts and food babies to tradition and togetherness, the season is one of good cheer and merriment. This issue caused our staff to start reminiscing on some of our favorite traditions. Sharing these experiences with each other has ignited our holiday spirit, we hope they will do the same for you.
Happy Holidays The Editorial Team December 3
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What’s Brewing?
I enjoyed reading the “What’s Brewing” section because I’m always wanting to try new drinks, but it’s tough to know which ones are worth the money. Though I wish you guys listed within the description a local place that sells those particular drinks. - Alex Olp, Oshkosh
Social Media
After reading about social media, I will now make sure my Facebook and Twitter pages are private. I don’t want employers looking down on me when I post pictures of myself wearing inappropriate shirts at Country USA. I want the best job possible in my future. - Austin Walther, Oshkosh November Issue “AModern Guide to Thanksgiving”
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Modern Guide to Thanksgiving
I really loved the Friendsgiving article. We’ve done this before, but we’ve never used the term Friendsgiving. I might steal that! Since I live a few hours away from my family now, it is tough to make the trip back to spend Thanksgiving with my family, and this is our next best option. - Sara Sulzer, Kaukauna
Entrepreneur’s Story
An entrepreneur spotlight is a great idea for a recurring article in your magazine. It is important for your readers to understand what it takes to start and operate your own business from scratch. I know a lot goes into it, and it’s not as easy as it sounds. - Matt Koerner, Greenville
Organic and Local Grocery Shopping
I liked the pictures and the variety of colors (both of which are mportant). However, the “Why Buy Organic?” pop-out box is shown twice. Is there a reason for that? Also, I get that I should eat organic, but why? What are the benefits of it? Are there any negatives to eating organic? And how can I save money when buying organic foods? Are there any specific places in the Fox Valley that sell organic foods for cheaper than others? - Morgan Van Lanen, Oshkosh
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Zack Pawlosky
Modern Day Mad Man
By: Kaitlyn Knox Zack Pawlosky is the modern day Mad Man of the Fox Valley area, starting his own business in April 2012 as a sophomore at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and working to create an international brand. Cando Creative helps its clients with graphic design, social media development, web design and development, marketing strategy, videos, photography and even brand positioning. Pawlosky started as an intern at UWO in 2011 when advertising and marketing created a lot of buzz and opportunity for young individuals. Pawlosky went to area schools for fun to teach about social media use during his time in school. “People would come up to me after and ask if I could help with their business,” Pawlosky said. “At the time, I said no, but I noticed that it became a great need in the area. I saw a great opportunity.”
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In the three-and-a-half years since Candeo Creative has been open, it has gained regional attention. The business received the Brand Ambassador of the Year award from the Oshkosh Convention and Visitors Bureau in May for its excellence in representing the city. Pawlosky also received “3 Under 30” recognition in 2014 from New North B2B as one of three young leaders throughout northeast Wisconsin, and the Young Professional of the Year award from the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce in 2013 for being a young individual making a difference in the Oshkosh community. The team has branded the business in correlation with the popular TV show, Mad Men. The show revolves around a prestigious ad agency in the 1960s. Pawlosky said like the character Roger Sterling he considers himself “driven and cunning.” “It is a way for us to pay respects to the great men and women of advertising,” Pawlosky said. “Also while showing that we are young and modern, while processing the roots and knowledge of the original ‘greats’ in advertising.” Candeo Creative has been growing its connections and audience since it launched. In his mind, Pawlosky doesn’t feel like an entrepreneur. “It doesn’t feel that way,” he expressed humbly. “It’s still somewhat of a dream. It feels like I’m at camp and I have to head home to real life soon. It’s been
ative team has done has left a lasting awesome.” The team at Candeo Creative uses its impact in the community that is positive. skills to help others grow. “They’re young and fearless and “We do a lot to use our talents to help others who can’t use funds for advertis- they’re willing to do things other ad agencies don’t have the confidence to ing,” Pawlosky said. The Candeo team worked with do,” Potts said. Since the rising business has made Habitat for Humanity, a nonprofit oran impact in the area, ganization that works the future plans are to with the communikeep growing. Pawty to build homes for “There’s nothing those who are in need. losky is hoping to see standing in our way.” Habitat for HumanCandeo go from a re- Pawlosky ity needed help with gional brand to a napromotional pieces for tional brand, or even its fourth annual “Home is Where the international. Heart Is” benefit. The results from the “During a meeting with the Candeo campaign were successful as the team team, I asked if someone could name fashioned an event logo, posters and one thing that would stop us from businesses cards that raised awareness. achieving that goal, I would pay them Jeff Potts, the executive director of Hab- $1,000,” Pawlosky said. “No one anitat for Humanity Oshkosh, said Can- swered. There’s nothing standing in our deo Creative worked to create a fund- way.” As an entrepreneur, Pawlosky knows raiser that would help match a $10,000 the ins-and-outs of what can make or donor. “It was a great way to get folks in- break a business. He modestly said that terested in Habitat for Humanity,” Potts out of his whole team, he is the least said. “I met with Zack and we talked skilled and educated and mentioned about ideas that were fresh, innovative that he surrounded himself with the right kind of people. and trendy.” “Surround yourself with good peoCandeo has recently worked with the ple, ” Pawlosky said. “Be willing to make Green Bay Convention and Visitors Busacrifices and put all your effort into it. reau, Trillium Salon, Oshkosh ChamIf the natural passion isn’t there, then ber of Commerce, Oshkosh Communiyou’re in the wrong place.” ty Credit Union and Caramel Crisp & Cafe to name a few. Potts said the work the Candeo Cre-
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Office Party Etiquette
By: Alison Herrmann Cookies, Christmas trees and coworkers. With the holidays around the corner the amount of office parties will increase. Social events with coworkers and your superiors can be stressful. Here are some etiquette tips for your work parties:
Stick to the dress code
The invitation reads “business casual.” You can add some holiday spirit with a red-and-green tie, or a poinsettia brooch, but no one in the office needs to see you in a “Santa’s helper” costume.
Beer before liquor, never sicker Watch how much you drink; it’s that easy. You don’t want to be the one who ends up sitting on your boss’s lap by the end of the night, telling “Santa” what you want for Christmas.
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Relax and have fun, in moderation
It is great to have fun and let loose with your coworkers, especially if you consider them friends, but keep it PG-13. No one, especially your boss, needs to see you channeling your inner Miley Cyrus on the dance floor.
Engage
You can’t just show up at the party for the free food and alcohol. This is a great opportunity to network with people in the company who you may have never met before. This year’s holiday party could be the reason you get that promotion.
Don’t sneak out early
Your office holiday party might be incredibly boring, but don’t leave early. You don’t want to be known as the party pooper. Plus, the later the night, the drunker people get, and the more gossip that surfaces.
Remember your ‘Thank you’s’
The holidays are all about being thankful, so make sure you say it. Whenever you see your boss, or the person who is hosting the party, make sure you thank them for the invite. Yes, it is a work party and everyone is invited, so it might sound stupid, but just do it.
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By: Alison Herrmann “Lazy,” “careless” and “narcissistic, are some of the stereotypical words that come to mind when people think of millennials in the workforce. Millennials have often been criticized for seeming lazy at their jobs or feeling entitled to praise from their superiors.
While there may be some people in our generation who fit these stereotypes, it is simply not true that we all fall under these categories. I like to think that I have a very strong work ethic. Much of that is thanks to my parents, because they forced me to get a job the moment I turned 16. Having jobs I hated or that I thought to be pointless made me appreciate the workforce and the people who work hard but it also made me appreciate the importance of my education. The fact that the workforce is more competitive now than it was before and is more challenging for those with a college degree to find a job in their field, proves millennials aren’t lazy. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the employment rates of college graduates have dropped
8 percent just within the past 15 years. We know that if we aren’t doing our job, or not doing our job well, that there are hundreds of people ready to take our place. Another reason older generations deem us as “unproductive” and “lethargic” is because it looks like we are sitting around at work and not doing anything. This also isn’t true, because many of us get our work done, and we get it done quickly. I might have four hours to complete a task, but I may only need two. I don’t see the need to sit and mess around at work when I can just get my work done. So before you take to heart the stereotypes that older generation use to describe millennials, think about your work ethic. Are you a hard worker, or do you slide into the stereotypes?
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As winter gets closer and snow covers the Fox Valley grass, many people in the Fox Valley area head for the hills for a day of skiing or snowboarding. 22-year-old Sean Hennessy has been an avid snowboarder for the last few years, and he said he is looking forward to another year on the slopes. “I just got into it because friends were doing it, and I wanted to do something outdoors during the winter, so that’s why I picked it up,” Hennessy said. “I’m terrible at skating, so I chose this.” The Fox Valley offers a variety of locations for people to enjoy their favorite winter activities. One of the more popular areas for families to enjoy winter sports, such as skiing, snowboarding or sledding in the Fox Valley is Plamann Park in Appleton. The park has two slopes, a big hill that is meant for older kids and a smaller hill for the younger children. It also has 3.5 miles of cross-country ski trails. Winter sports gear can get expensive, but a more affordable way to go is to stop in at Play It Again Sports in Appleton. The store specializes in outfitting the entire family with new and used winter sports gear and equipment. Hennessy is ready for the winter season. Hennessy picked up snowboarding during high school and continued on with the sport as a fifth-year UW Oshkosh student. Hennessy said the adrenalin rush is his favorite part of snowboarding. “It’s a lot of fun going down the mountain, going
fast and going off jumps,” Hennessy said. “That and just being out in the outdoors in the cold, and I like the fresh air. You’re snowboarding, so you’re not really getting cold. It’s really nice.” According to Hennessy, snowboarding and skiing has increased in interest in the Fox Valley thanks to the support of local hills and event . “I think the club is helping at least get people together around here to do it,” Hennessy said. “I know some of the hills have events. They’ve got a Big Air thing every year that brings in professional-type snowboarders and we go watch that, so I think it’s growing in the area.” Hennessy said his favorite moment as a snowboarder when is when he learned carving, which is a high-speed turn where the board stays on an edge. “[Carving] is one of the hardest things to do in snowboarding in my opinion at least,” Hennessy said. “The first time I did that, it really opened up snowboarding a lot because I didn’t have to stop every time going down the mountain. That was probably the biggest thing for me.” Hennessy said he plans on snowboarding for the rest of his life. “I think I’ll continue snowboarding, as long as I don’t break anything,” Hennessy said. “It hasn’t happened so far, knock on wood. I know a lot of people who have been injured, so I’ve been lucky so far.”
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Hockey Dreams By Erik Buchinger
19-year-old former Notre Dame Academy star Brett Gruber was signed by the Green Bay Gamblers of the United States Hockey League after playing for the Victoria Grizzlies in British Columbia last season. “My expectations for the Gamblers this season is to make the playoffs and eventually win the Clark Cup, which is win-
ning the whole league,” Gruber said. “We have a good team this year and can make a good run.” Gruber said his ultimate goal in his hockey career is to one day play professionally. “I'm playing college hockey next year where I can get my start then hopefully sign a contract someday,” he said.
Hooked On Fishing By Erik Buchinger
Aaron Borek has been ice fishing on Midwest waters for most of his life, which all started with his father as a small child. A father-son ice-fishing trip is a common occurrence in the Fox Valley, as families seek fun activities to do in the harsh Wisconsin winters. Borek, a 21-year-old Appleton native, said he started ice fishing with his dad when he was just three years old and has been hooked on the sport ever since. “I just like the camaraderie of being with my dad and the rest of my family,” Borek said. “Also, bringing in that big fish is a great feeling.” Borek said he and his dad take advantage of Wisconsin winters and without a perfect hot spot, they like to travel around the state and ice fish in different locations. “I’m always looking for an adventure,” Borek said. “There are a few spots that I go to just because they’re close to home, but I would much rather prefer to find a new spot that I have never been to be-
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fore. Going to the same place can get boring.” An internship forced Borek outside of Wisconsin and away from his dad, and he said he will look to find time to enjoy the activity that he described as a passion in Minnesota. “I guarantee I will not be able to go as much as I’d like, but I’ll try to go out on the ice with my friends from work as much as possible,” Borek said. “Once every two weeks will probably be realistic.” Once Borek returns to Wisconsin in late fall of 2016, he said he will ice fish as much as possible to make up for long workweeks that limit his opportunities in Minnesota. “Once I return to Wisconsin and not working every day, I’ll try to be out there every single day,” Borek said. “I just know it’s going to be difficult this winter working while my friends and family send photos of the big fish they just brought in. I’d love to be out there with them.”
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Holiday Side Dishes on a Budget The holidays are when the best food of the year is made, and with grandmothers everywhere whipping out closely guarded, topsecret family recipes, how is a 20-something on a budget supposed to compete? Here’s how! We took the liberty of gathering our favorite family recipes that are not only cheap and easy to make, but are also good enough that your mom won’t stick them on the kids table.
Cheesy Potatoes 1 bag frozen cubed potatoes 1 can cream of celery soup 1 can cream of potato soup 1 pint of whipping cream 8 oz sour cream 1 medium onion Topping: 1 bag shredded cheddar cheese Cornflakes ½ stick butter (4 tbs) Spread frozen potatoes out on the bottom of the pan. Mix all of the liquid ingredients, then pour over the potatoes. Top with shredded cheese and a layer of cornflakes. Pour melted butter on top of cornflakes. 350 degree 1.5 hours until golden brown on top.
Recipe of the Month Ryan Tuskowski, a bartender at Primo, made the Primo Log Fire drink. It is a coffee blended with 1/4 oz. brandy, 1/4 oz. Grand Marnier and and 1/4 oz. dark crème de cacao.
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I come from a big family seeing as my dad has 12 siblings, and this is one recipe that absolutely everyone loves. My aunt makes these potatoes every year for Christmas and the whole family lines up for them. She makes two pans and both are devoured in minutes! -Molly Brannon
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Italian Stuffed Bread 1 loaf thawed bread dough 1/2 pound sliced Italian salami or pepperoni 1/2 pound sliced Cappicola 1/2 pound sliced Provolone 1/2 pound sliced Mozzarella 1 large onion, thinly sliced 1 green pepper, thinly sliced Roasted red peppers (optional) 1 egg Oregano Sauté green pepper and onion in 2 tablespoons of butter. Roll out the dough into approximately1/4 inch thick rectangle. Cover the dough with a layer of salami or pepperoni, provolone, cappicola, mozzarella and sauteèd pepper and onion. Sprinkle with oregano. Bring edges together lengthwise and pinch together. Secure with toothpicks if necessary. Place on large cookie sheet, brush with beaten egg and bake for 35-45 minutes at 350 degrees. Let cool. Slice thinly for an appetizer or thicker for a light meal.
Growing up, my family would drive to Connecticut every other year to have Thanksgiving with my Italian side of the family. We still continue this tradition with my parents and my own children. Lasagna, antipasto, eggplant parmigiana and stuffed shells are the main course. The turkey is just a side dish. We always start with appetizers that we graze on as we wait for everyone to arrive. Stuffed bread is always a favorite; those who don’t want to miss it arrive early.
Angel Food Candy Ingredients: •1 cup white sugar •1 tbsp vinegar •1 cup dark corn syrup •1 tbsp baking soda •dark chocolate for dipping Supplies: •Candy thermometer Directions: Combine sugar, vinegar and syrup. Cook over medium heat until candy thermometer reads 300 degrees. Stir continuously so it does not burn. Remove from heat. Add 1 tbsp basking soda. Stir well and pour over well-buttered 9x13 pan. While cooling, melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler. When cool, break in chunks and dip in melted chocolate.
My mom has made these angel food candies for Christmas brunch for as long as I can remember. They taste like toffee but are light, easy to bite into and have a slight buttery taste. The smell of the warming sugar and chocolate triggers the thought that Christmas is right around the corner. Once the candies are cooled, she puts them in small, shimmery, Christmas- themed bags, which take over our dining room table until it’s time to eat. My childhood friends that I am still close with usually expect angel food candies to be brought to their parties. -Hilary Shandonay
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What’s Brewing? By Alison Herrmann Located in downtown Oshkosh, on the intersection of Algoma Blvd and Main Street is the cozy New Moon Café. Locally owned and featuring ingredients from local farmers, it is a great place to visit with friends, listen to live jazz or read a book all while enjoying a cup of holiday cheer. Winter Drinks offered at New Moon Café Santa’s Cookies- Vanilla and almond Chestnuts Roasting- Praline Macadamia Nut & Cinnamon Clark Griswold- Butter rum & eggnog Uncle Aaron’s Fruitcake- hazelnut, orange & cherry Ski Lodge- Spiced chai & gingerbread (with whip cream & cinnamon by request) December 16
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Holiday Gift Guide on a Budget By Danny Kobin
With Christmas right around the corner, it’s time to finish up your holiday shopping. While not everyone has the never-ending supply of money, there are still plenty of ways to give gifts on a budget. Both downtown Oshkosh and Appleton are home to great local shops. Check out our gift guide to help get you started with your holiday shopping.
Vinyl Records
Local Beer
Oshkosh’s Exclusive Company has hundreds of vinyl records, both old and new. They are an inexpensive gift for any music lover. Don’t have a record player? No worries. Records also make for great wall art.
Many local breweries have holiday or seasonal beers that will fit anyone’s budget. Check out the Appleton Beer Factory and the Stone Cellar, both located in Appleton. Oshkosh is home to Fox River Brewing Company and the newly opened Bare Bones Brewery.
Local Apparel
Copper Rock Coffee
Looking for something unique? Head over to Blue Moon Emporium in downtown Appleton for a wide selection of handmade goods from various local artists. Share your Wisconsin pride with creative shirts and more.
Coffee before work has become a must for many people’s daily routines. Treat someone with some local roasted coffee from Appleton’s own Copper Rock Coffee Company. Some fresh coffee beans would make a great inexpensive gift for any coffee lover.
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Paint at the Fire Escape By Katie Knox
The Fire Escape in downtown Oshkosh provides a great way to have a relaxing night with friends, family or significant others. It is a cozy, indoor alternative for people who are not fond of the cold temperatures and might be sick of Netflix. A customer doesn’t need to make a reservation to pick out a piece of pottery, hit up the paint and design station and then paint the night away. It is a great place to create your own holiday dÊcor or
make home-made gifts for others. Jessica of Fire Escape said the prices range from $5 to $400 sets, and people can come in for multiple sessions. The Fire Escape is located at 428 N Main St., and is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Get Your Fit Together By: Brenna McDermot Cold winter weather doesn’t mean you have to hibernate indoors and be inactive. There are many winter sports that work every muscle in your body, maintaining your fitness goals and balancing out indulgent holiday treats.
Cross-country skiing:
Get your cardio in by cross-country skiing. Because all of the muscles in your body are working equally hard, you can sustain a rapid heart rate for a longer period of time during cross-country skiing than other aerobic activities.
Where to participate:
Wiouwash State Trail, Newberry Trail and Peebles Trail
Sledding:
Even though you don’t have to be athletic to go sledding, that doesn’t mean you won’t get a workout by doing it. At high speeds over uneven terrain, hanging onto the sled works all the muscles in your arms.
Where to participate:
various parks in cities throughout the Fox Valley
Curling:
Pushing a rock and sweeping a broom isn’t hard, right? While curling may appear less physically demanding than other winter sports, it requires athletes to be in peak physical condition. This full-body workout particularly targets your core, which is what keeps you stable as you slide and furiously sweep the ice.
Snowboarding and downhill skiing:
Never skip leg day. Snowboarding and downhill skiing are the ultimate quadricep, glute and hamstring workouts, constantly engaged as you speed down the mountain.
Where to participate: Appleton Curling Club
Where to participate:
Nordic Mountain in Wild Rose
Ice hockey:
In hockey, starting, stopping and turning require quick bursts of movement. This works all the muscles in your legs, particularly your calves, inner thighs and ankles.
Where to participate:
Appleton Family Ice Center, Tri-County Ice Arena in Neenah, Oshkosh YMCA and Blue Line Family Ice Center in Fond du Lac
Ice skating:
Ice skating is obviously a great leg and core workout, but did you know that it is a low-impact sport great for those with joint problems? As long as you aren’t doing jumps or spins, ice skating will help increase the flexibility of your joints pain free.
Where to participate:
Appleton Family Ice Center, Tri-County Ice Arena in Neenah, Oshkosh YMCA and Blue Line Family Ice Center in Fond du Lac+
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light shows and displays consisting of more than half a million lights spread throughout Menominee Park in Oshkosh and admire the 100-foot tree decorated for the holidays. Anyone can save $1 by bringing in a can for the food drive. The Celebration of Lights embraces the holiday spirit by becoming a true community-wide effort and occasion. Attendees can go between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. daily, November 24 through December 31.
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Meet the Staff at nine•two•zero
Erik Buchinger’s favorite tradition is visiting his dad’s side of the family. They rotate houses between six families each year. Activities include an excessive amount of eating and drinking with a gift exchange in between.
Tori Cavitt’s favorite Megan Esau is in holiday tradition is a handbell choir getting together with and performs every her sisters, brother Christmas Eve, so and parents to decher family doesn’t get orate the tree, open to make a family dinpresents and bake ner. After performcookies and pumping, they speed over kin bread. It is one of the only times of to their favorite Chinese restaurant to year they are all together. eat before closing time.
Ben Frieler’s favorEvery Christmas ite winter traditions Eve, Chelsea Gaware throwing snowlik’s family does its balls at unsuspecting own version of a friends, forcing the “white elephant”. people close to him It becomes a huge to open their presgame of snatch and ents weeks before grab, but the funny Christmas and drinking way too much part is the majority of the presents typeggnog. ically end up being gag gifts. Alison Herrmann’s family tradition starts early Christmas Eve morning. With her mom and sister, she spends all day making Kalduny, a traditional polish meal. After dinner, they play a board game and watch The Polar Express.
Jessica Johnson’s favorite holiday tradition is the annual snowmobiling trip she and her family go on every Christmas Eve. She loves hanging out with her family while also spending some quality time riding around on the snowy trails.
Danny Kobin’s favorite holiday tradition is watching A Christmas Story with his family. Each year the 24-hour marathon of the movie runs over and over. Danny’s mother has almost every line in the movie memorized by now.
Brenna McDermot’s favorite tradition is frosting cookies with her family. Everyone ends up laughing uncontrollably at something going wrong like using flour instead of sugar in the frosting.
Every year for the holidays, Kaitlyn Murray’s family goes to the Celebration of Lights in Menominee Park. They try to go on a Saturday night after a family dinner in December, on a night that it’s expected to snow.
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Jenna Nyberg’s favorite holiday tradition is when her entire family gathers at her grandma’s house on Christmas Eve to eat dinner, watch football, open presents and attend a late-night church service together.
Jenny Goldade’s favorite holiday tradition is spending time with her family. She also enjoys baking and decorating cookies.
Katie Knox’s favorite Holiday traditions she has celebrated with is playing board games. Coming from a German family, not only is it entertaining when a family member is too stubborn to keep playing, but also hilarious when shouting ensues.
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Jackie McDonough’s favorite holiday tradition is getting to spend time with her family. She also enjoys decorating the Christmas tree and baking Christmas her sisters. Jay Spanbauer’s favorite part of the holidays is having time with family and friends and playing with his toys.
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