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Belfry Theater offers blasts from the past......................... 6 Hop aboard the the picnic train.............................. 15 Tribute bans rock the barn.................................17 The wreck of Lucius Newberry........................... 21 Golf: It’s the promise of swing........................... 27 Lake Geneva Festival of Wine............................. 32 The library on the lakefront................................. 33 LGSO: Sounds for the small.................................. 39 New director for Art in the Park.............................. 43 Lake Geneva Women’s Weekend........................ 45 Advertiser’s index............................................ 46

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The promise of spring April is the month where winter’s icy grip is finally broken and the promise of the new season prevails – warm breezes blow, eager flowers begin to bloom and the intrepid inhabitants of the Geneva Lakes area once again discover the joys of our most-anticipated season. Join us in this edition for a preview of some of our warm weather events, which are sure to spur thoughts of sunshine and good times.

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IT’S COMIN’ UP APRIL EVENTS 2, 9 – Quizmaster Trivia:

at Hogs & Kisses, 149 Broad St., Lake Geneva, (262) 248-7447. The trivia fun starts at 7 p.m. It’s time to do a little thinking while out on the town.

3 – Destination USA, dinner and show at Rosewood, 2484 County Rd. O S., Delavan, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Climb aboard for a musical tour of the country’s famous destinations and landmarks. This journey includes hits from artists like Little Richard, The Beatles, Ray Charles, Michael Buble’, Willie Nelson, The Beach Boys, Johnny Cash, The Gaitlin Brothers, Petula Clark, Frank Sinatra, Liza Minnelli, Mamas and the Papas, Roy Orbison, and Linda Rondstadt. (262) 725-7286, www. rosewoodwi.com.

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a weekend of wine and food pairings at Grand Geneva Resort, 7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva. From the Blue Chip Wine Dinner featuring top wines paired with courses of food, to wine seminars where you learn how to pair wine with chocolates and cheese from local experts, this year’s Festival of Wine will show you wines and food from around the world. The Grand Tasting is on April 6 from 4 to 6 p.m. 262-248-8811, www.grandgeneva. com

7 – 4-H Spaghetti Dinner, Walworth County Fairgrounds’ Activity Center, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

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– Transitional Variance concert: 3 to 5 p.m. at Greenhill Center of the Arts, 800 W. Main St., Whitewater. After 35 years the winds of change have brought the Whitewater Brass Quintet a new musician. The ensemble welcomes its newest member Dafydd Bevil, horn; with Frank Hanson and Jessica Jensen, trumpet; Mike Dugan, trombone; and John Tuinstra, tuba, join them to celebrate their 36th year of music mastery. 262-472-2222, tickets. uww.edu

13 – Elkhorn Easter Egg Hunt:

8:30 to 10 a.m. at Elkhorn Area High School, 482 E. Geneva St. Free to public: Cash donations, food pantry donations, animal shelter donations accepted. Egg hunt will be held in front of high school gym unless there is inclement weather. If so, it will be moved into the gym.

13, 14, 20 – East Troy Electric

Railroad Bunny Train: Enjoy face painting and coloring in the depot. Then board the train to the Elegant Farmer. Children will be able to hold baby chicks, pet bunnies, and get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny. All child ticket holders receive a small gift on the return trip. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. East Troy Railroad Museum, 2002 Church Street, East Troy. 262642-3263.

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Easter Celebration: at Elegant Farmer, 1545 Main Street, Mukwonago. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This free, family-fun event features the Easter Bunny and baby chicks for petting and enjoying. Ride the East Troy Electric Railroad’s Bunny Train to The Elegant Farmer and make a grand entrance to meet the Easter Bunny at the Elegant Farmer. Easter specialty foods including Cider Baked ham, fresh breads, Easter basket candies will be available. 262363-6770.

20 – Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt: 9:30

to 11:30 a.m. at Seminary Park, 200 S. Lake Shore Dr., Lake Geneva. Kids ages 0-10 will be allowed to participate in the hunt for Easter eggs and candy. There will also be a chance to take photos with the Easter Bunny, Police Mascot, and win raffle prizes.

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Lake Geneva will be the place to enjoy a weekend full of dancing, shopping, exclusive events, dining and activities. The theme this year is “Dancing the Decades Away.” For more information visit: lakegenevawomensweekend. com.

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27 – Buckthorn Blast Workday:

Celebrate Earth Day and help remove buckthorn and other invasive plant species at Geneva Lake Conservancy’s new Hansen Preserve. Bring gloves and dress for the weather. All equipment will be provided. 9 a.m. to noon at Hansen Nature Preserve, 4215 Highway ES, Elkhorn. 262-275-5700.

Ongoing events

Dancing Horses Show – Enjoy the hour and a half-long show at 1 p.m. at The Dancing Horses Museum, 5065 Highway 50, Delavan. For show dates and info visit www. thedancinghorses.com

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Belfry will get nostalgic MUSIC THEATER LOADS UP ON TRIBUTE ACTS FOR THIS YEAR

The Belfry Music Theatre has released its 2019 summer and fall lineup of shows, introducing many new acts to its stage, including a Queen Tribute all the way from Denmark.

The Belfry also has a number of fan favorites returning from previous years’ sold out performances including American English, Dean Z as Elvis, On the Border — The Ultimate Eagles Tribute and Broadway star Franc D’Ambrosio.

This year’s lineup of 33 different performers will also be the largest number in a season to date and that is before the Christmas season is announced on June 7.

They have also American expanded their English membership programs, Beatles Tribute adding benefits such as band opens free seating upgrades, the Belfry Music Theatre season for the third year in a row, June 7-9.

priority ticket access, waived ticket fees, and much more. Tickets to their shows go on sale to the public April 1, with members having the ability to purchase as far as a week in advance.

Here is a look at their complete summer and fall lineup for 2019:

American English – Beatles Tribute, June 7-9 Opening their season for the third time at The Belfry is American English, which has sold out every one of their performances at The Belfry so far.

Voted “Best Tribute Band” at Beatlefest for three consecutive years, American English takes audiences back in time with all the sights, sounds, and memories through every era of the band’s history to masterfully perform note for note every Beatles hit fans know and love.

Fire & Rain – The James Taylor Experience, June 12-13 The members of Fire & Rain - The James Taylor Experience have been touring the country in various groups for the better part of the past three decades, and have now come together to pay tribute to a man whom many consider to be the greatest singer/songwriter/ guitarist the world has ever produced. The result is a night of fantastic songs and brilliant guitar-work, starring Greg Pitts, a performer who’s look and sound will take fans back to the early days of James Taylor’s career.

The Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute performed by Shawn Gerhard, June 14-15

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Starting his music career in the 90s, Shawn Gerhard was greatly inspired by Garth Brooks as Garth began redefining country music of the era. Having opened for some of country music’s biggest stars, such as Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn, Tim McGraw, and many more, Gerhard is now a nationally recognized Garth Brooks tribute artist, and has even had Garth’s own keyboard player, Dave Gant, go on tour with him.

Abbacadabra – A Tribute to ABBA, June 20-23 Returning to The Belfry for the third year in a row, Abbacadabra promises to continue the momentum by performing 20 of the group’s greatest hits in full ABBA fashion and flair.

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Fans aren’t able to sit still in their seats as songs like S.O.S., Super Trooper and Dancing Queen are re-created with such precision that everyone thinks he or she is listening to the originals. The melodies of Fernando and Chiquitita [sic] will rekindle feelings of first love. Take a Chance on Me and Voulez Vous will lift people out of their seats to dance.

Ron Vincent sings Cat Stevens, June 26-27 After his US debut at The Belfry in 2018, Ron Vincent returns to their stage all the way from Australia. Vincent Sings Cat Stevens is the only act of its kind officially approved by Yusuf/Cat Stevens as the messenger of his music. Vincent bears not only an uncanny resemblance to Stevens, but also his hauntingly beautiful vocals and performance style translates to one of the most authentic and entertaining shows honoring this artist the world has ever seen.

Paul Revere’s Raiders, June 28-29 One of the most popular and entertaining rock groups of the 60s, Paul Revere and the Raiders enjoyed seven years of chart-topping action and sold records in numbers that competed with the Beatles and Rolling Stones. Now known as Paul Revere’s Raiders, the band, led

by Paul Revere’s son Jamie, with Darren Dowler on lead vocals, has continued touring in memory of Paul Revere and his amazing legacy.

Chicago Rewired – A Tribute to Chicago, July 3, 5-7 Chicago Rewired is the Premier Chicago Tribute Band. With every band member carefully hand-picked to replicate the sound and style of one of the longest running and most successful pop/rock groups in history, no one will find a better tribute to Chicago’s timeless music that is the key to great memories for so many people. Having sold out their previous shows at The Belfry, Chicago Rewired returns for a third run over the holiday weekend.

Souled Out – A Motown Soul Sound Tribute, July 10-13 Souled Out is a musical ensemble that specializes in the great Motown and Soul sounds of the 70s. Souled Out is the ultimate tribute in musical nostalgia that weaves its way through the era of soul with authentic choreographed dance routines and outstanding musicianship. Whether flawlessly reproducing the hits of the Temptations, or energizing a room with the energy of Earth Wind and Fire, Souled Out is a show like no other.

Peter, Paul, and Mary Alive, July 17-18 Returning to The Belfry from 2016, “Peter, Paul, and Mary Alive” is the only tribute group in America dedicated to the original musical arrangements of Peter, Paul, and the late Mary Travers. With music selections spanning all the decades and SPIRIT of GENEVA LAKES

Tusk, The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute returns from July 2427 after their sold-out appearances at The Belfry in 2017 and 2018.

the same instrumentation and vocal replication of the famous trio, this tribute guarantees the best quality of performance and message that resonated with audiences from the 60s through today.

Sounds of Summer – A Beach Boys Tribute, July 19-20 Returning from two sold out shows during their first appearance at The Belfry in the 2017 season, Sounds of Summer is a Beach Boys tribute based out of Indiana.

The show includes more than 30 familiar hits and tells the story of America’s band.

These two sets of first cousins have captured the familial sound of The Beach Boys.

They have toured the country playing a variety of theaters, festivals, and concerts and performed an hour-long special on AXS TV’s “World’s Greatest Tribute Bands,” broadcast live from Hollywood.

Tusk, The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute, July 24-27 Returning to the Belfry from sold-out runs in 2017 and 2018, the five seasoned and well-respected musicians comprising Tusk have been making music together in various combinations and styles for more than 25 years. It seemed only fitting they should come together to form the Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute, and pay homage to a group that dominated the music charts for so many years. Authentic-sounding and always respectful, Tusk leaves no stone

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Zachary Stevenson performs a Tribute to Buddy Holly Aug. 7 and 8 at The Belfry Music Theatre.

A Tribute to Elvis, Performed

by Dean Z, July 31-Aug. 4 Dean Z is the winner of the 2013 international Elvis Tribute Artist competition. He has traveled all over the world and continues to headline in Las Vegas, dazzling audiences with his perfect Elvis persona. The King of Rock and Roll lives on as Dean Z takes fans on an eclectic musical journey into the bygone eras of soul, rockabilly, rock ‘n’ roll, pop, and rhythm and blues.

Zachary Stevenson is an award-winning actor, musician and writer. Originally from Vancouver Island, Canada, Stevenson was called a “dead ringer for dead singers” by the Victoria Times Colonist for his portrayals of Buddy Holly, Hank Williams, Phil Ochs and roles based on Elvis and Jerry Lee Lewis. In 2018, he won the Jeff Award in Chicago for Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Musical) for the Buddy Holly Story, a role he’s perfected in more than a dozen productions across Canada and the United States.

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The Four C Notes – Tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, Aug. 9-11 Pioneered and headlined by John Michael Coppola, best known for his appearance in Chicago’s long running production of the Broadway smash hit “Jersey Boys,” The Four C Notes are the Midwest’s only tribute dedicated to recreating the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. This is the group that set a Belfry Theatre record for “Fastest Sold Out Show” in 2018, so fans shouldn’t wait to reserve tickets.

Parkinson’s with the Midwest’s only presentation of The Sweet Caroline Tour.

For more than 25 years White has continued to stretch his singing and acting talents by paying tribute to Neil Diamond. His eightyear run headlining on the Las Vegas Strip is the longest ever by a solo tribute artist.

In 1996, and again in 2002, White and Neil Diamond met before his Vegas MGM appearances where Neil told Jay to: “Keep up the good work,” and autographed a photo, signing: “Jay, keep singing, so I can stay home and relax: Your friend in music.” This is the only Neil Diamond tribute in the world endorsed by the legend himself.

CSN Songs – Tribute to Crosby, On The Border – The Ultimate Stills, Nash, and Young, Eagles Tribute, Aug. 28-Sept. 1 Aug. 14-17 On The Border – The Ultimate Eagles

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Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Woodstock, CSN Songs’ musically dynamic performance takes audiences back to a time that will never be forgotten. All of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young’s musical compositions are highly respected by CSN Songs and reproduced live as closely as possible to the way they were originally written, recorded and performed throughout the group’s musical career.

Dean Z will perform his tribute to Elvis Presley July 31 through Aug. 4.

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Tribute from Charlotte, N.C., continues to be touted as the most authentic sounding Eagles tribute band in the country. They perform shows all over the U.S. and their passion, showmanship and precise attention to replicating the details of The Eagles Music, has earned them critical acclaim, name recognition and a very loyal following.

They reproduce the recordings of the Eagles catalog with stunning guitar work, lead vocals, and harmonies that have been said to capture the feeling of a real Eagles concert.

The Doors of Chicago – Tribute to The Doors, Sept. 4-5 Never met Jim Morrison? Come out to the Belfry and get a chance when you see the

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Jay White performs Neil Diamond in Concert, Aug. 20-25 in a six-day fundraiser for Parkinson’s disease with the Midwest’s only presentation of The Sweet Caroline Tour.

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Doors of Chicago, an authentic Doors tribute band that replicates the sound and look of The Doors.

Neon Circus – Tribute to Brooks & Dunn, Sept. 6-7 The undisputed kings of the ’90s linedancing craze, Brooks & Dunn are not only the biggest selling duo in country music history, they have sold more records than any other duo in any genre. Neon Circus has been successful in continuing the legacy of the country music icons with the help of RK Ford (Ronnie Dunn) and Tim Johnson (Kix Brooks). Neon Circus has accurately recreated Brooks & Dunn’s exciting live show down to the last detail, performing hit country anthems like My Maria, Neon Moon, and Boot Scootin’ Boogie.

Judy Garland performed by Melissa Minyard, Sept. 11 Paying tribute to the great Judy Garland, Melissa heads to the Belfry for a one-night-only special performance.

From Les Misérables on Broadway to performances around the world, Melissa Minyard has captured hearts with her amazing voice and intimate connection with her audience. Having starred opposite Tony Award winners Sutton Foster, Terrance

Mann, Shuler Hensley and more, Melissa shares an intimate experience of life and stories from Broadway songs both old and new.

the unforgettable backing vocals in Gimme Shelter, every last detail has been accounted for by this eight-piece band. Classic Stones Live performs all the songs that are staples of any Rolling Stones show in original tunings.

John Denver, performed by Ted Just One Look – Tribute to Vigil, Sept. 12-15 Linda Ronstadt, Sept. 20-21 Ted Vigil has often been described as John Denver incarnate. With an uncanny resemblance in looks and vocals, Vigil has made quite a name for himself performing Denver’s timeless music all over the world. Having won multiple national and international talent contests, Vigil has also played for John Denver’s own “Windstar Foundation” in Aspen, Colo. He also performed with the late Steve Weisberg, John Denver’s guitarist from 2010 to 2014, and in 2016 Ted was part of the Kings of Country Tour in Australia, touring 20 cities from coast to coast.

Master vocalist Holly Aprecio and her band perform the perfect tribute to the multiple Grammy winning pop/rock singer.

Mirroring both the look and the voice flawlessly, Holly is a picture-perfect match for Ronstadt. Returning from the 2017 Belfry season, this Seattle based multi-talented group of professional musicians has been called the greatest touring tribute to Linda Ronstadt, bar none.

Jay Gates Impersonates – Tribute to Barry Manilow, Sept.

Classic Stones Live – Tribute to 25-26 The Rolling Stones, Sept. 18-19 No stranger to the tribute world, Jay Frontman Keith Call has all the moves and swagger of Mick Jagger, and along with his partner in crime, Bernie Bollendorf, who portrays rock and roll outlaw Keith Richards, they complete the duo notoriously hailed as “The Glimmer Twins.” From the signature saxophone solo in Brown Sugar, to SPIRIT of GENEVA LAKES

Gates’ impersonation of Barry Manilow has “Fanilows” agreeing this act is rapidly becoming the show to see. Be it the classic Copacabana, sing-along Can’t Smile Without You, or show-stopping Even Now, Jay’s faithful representation of Barry’s voice, combined with a jaw dropping

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On The Border, The Ultimate Eagles Tribute, will thrill Belfry Music Theatre audiences for four days, Aug. 28-31.

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Tennessee River – Tribute to Alabama, Sept. 27-28 Tennessee River is the first and only tribute band that has the vocal skills to do Alabama’s music justice, with their new hybrid of contemporary cross-over music melding a fusion of the rural and urban sounds of modern-day country and blues with the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll.

Tennessee River stays true to the essence of Alabama’s music, taking their chart-topping songs and bringing Alabama’s music alive again for a whole new generation of country music fans.

The Official Blues Brothers Revue – Tribute to The Blues Brothers, Oct. 2-3 There have been many imitators through the years, but there is only one duo in North America sanctioned by

Franc D’Ambrosio sings the music of Andrew Lloyd Weber, Oct. 4-5 Best known for his Broadway role as The Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “The Phantom of the Opera,” Franc D’Ambrosio has more than 2,300 performances under his belt, and held the title of “World’s Longest Running Phantom” for nearly a decade. Franc also played the role of Anthony Corleone in the Godfather III, and sang the Academy Award-winning theme song “Speak Softly Love” for both the film and original soundtrack.

In May 2018, Franc was honored to receive a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the third annual Cannes Global Short Film Awards Gala.

Franc returns from his Belfry debut in the Christmas 2018 Season, during which audiences said D’Ambrosio left them absolutely stunned with his musical abilities.

Jay Gates Impersonates Barry Manilow at The Belfry on Sept. 24 and 26.

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Little Texas (Original Artist), Oct. 9-10 One of the most popular country bands of the early ’90s, Little Texas was influenced by modern country outfits like Alabama and Restless Heart, as well as country-rock groups like The Eagles. Since their debut album in 1992, Little Texas has sold more than 7 million albums, earned 3 Grammy nominations, won a CMA Album of The Year award and earned the title, “The Hardest Working Band in The Country,” by playing more than 300 shows a year.

Infinite Journey – Tribute to Journey – Oct. 11-12 Infinite Journey is an international Journey tribute band based in Dallas, Texas, playing high-energy shows across the country since 2012. This fivepiece band delivers a musically immersive Journey experience, focusing on the overall sound, solos and most especially the soaring vocals that make Journey so iconic. The key to their spot-on sound is capturing the unmistakable voice of Steve Perry. Fans often tell them they close their eyes and truly believe Journey is in front of them, which is one reason they continue to grow a devoted following every time they play.

Tribute to Hank Williams performed by Zachary Stevenson, Oct. 16-17 Returning for the second time in 2019, Zachary is taking off the glasses and putting on the cowboy hat for a one-of-a-kind tribute to Hank Williams. See Aug. 7-8 for the bio on Zach Stevenson. Everly Set – Tribute to The Everly Brothers, October 18-19 Returning after two sold out shows in 2018, The Everly Set stars acclaimed NYC singersongwriters Sean Altman and Jack Skuller in a tribute to The Everly Brothers. The Everly Set presents everyone’s favorite Everly Brothers hits, as well as rarities and Everly-influenced classics, all sung with the supercharged Everly harmonies that influenced The Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, The Beach Boys, The Hollies, and the Bee Gees.

Queen Machine – Tribute to Queen, Oct. 23-24

Direct from their home country of Denmark, Queen Machine is one of Scandinavia’s most popular bands and has often been hailed as one of the best tribute bands in Europe. Since the inception of the band in 2008, Queen Machine has been playing for an ever-increasing number of people at festivals across Europe as well as

a string of sold-out concerts on tours both at home and abroad, including concerts with The National Symphony Orchestra of London.

Kalimba, The Spirit of Earth, Wind & Fire - Oct. 25-26 Critics say the nationally touring show Kalimba, The Spirit of Earth Wind and Fire provides an Earth Wind & Fire experience so satisfying it transports audiences back to the excitement of the first time they heard their unforgettable songs.

Lead vocalist Thomas “Chazz” Smith created Kalimba, The Spirit of Earth Wind and Fire in 2011 with the vision of honoring the beloved Earth Wind & Fire hits he and millions of others listened to while growing up. The 10-piece aggregation includes a full horn and rhythm section to reproduce the infectious grooves created by EWF’s Verdine White and Ralph Johnson.

Full event details, membership information and more can be found on The Belfry’s newly designed website at www.belfrymusictheatre. com. Tickets to all events go on sale online on April 1 at 12:01 a.m. All evening shows will start at 7 p.m. There is plenty of conveniently located free parking. The fully air-conditioned Belfry Music Theatre is located six miles west of Lake Geneva, just south of the intersection of Highways 50 and 67, north of Williams Bay.

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East Troy Railroad’s Milwaukee Streetcar 846 as it appears at sunset for the 2018 Night Photo Shoot. The railroad opens for its 112th season in April. The 2019 Night Photo Shoot is set for Sept. 21.

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East Troy RR debuts picnic trains STOP BY FOR A VISIT The East Troy Depot is at 2002 Church St., East Troy.

For more information, visit www.easttroyrr.org.

The living-history museum runs electric trolleys and interurban rail cars on the last remaining piece of the original interurban network that operated in the state.

The railroad was retired by The Milwaukee Electric Railway & Light Company because of lack of ridership by 1939. Since everything from gas to groceries came in to East Troy by the The East Troy Railroad Museum is a railroad line, the town passed a referendum non-profit organization run by volunteers committed to the operation and preservation to purchase the remaining 7.5-mile stretch of track and overhead for freight purposes. of historic trolleys and interurban railcars.

Railroad opens its 112th season this month

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East Troy Railroad 2019 events Beer Tasting Trains May 25, Sept. 7

Enjoy five different beers while traveling the route of the East Troy Electric Railroad.

The trains run as a joint event with Black Point Estate on Geneva Lake. They feature Michael Rehberg from Black Point as the beer tasting host, and hors d’oeuvres from Toothpicks. This 2-1/2 hour event starts and finishes at the East Troy Depot. Book seats online under our Dinner Train heading at easttroyrr.org.

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The Village of East Troy operated the railroad until the year 2000 when it was purchased by the Friends of East Troy Railroad. Today, the East Troy Electric Railroad has 32 pieces of equipment with more than 500 members worldwide, 110 active volunteers and 15,000 visitors each year.

The railroad has more than 30 refurbished railroad cars, 15 of which are in operation. The cars include Chicago, South Shore and South Bend interurban cars, a Sheboygan interurban car, and streetcars from Milwaukee and Minneapolis.

Today, rail cars travel a 10-mile trip through beautiful Southeast Wisconsin on the weekends in the warmer months.

Visitors may board at either the depot in East Troy or at The Elegant Farmer in Mukwonago. The depot museum also gives kids a chance to be a trolley motorman, discover the joy of model layouts and learn about electricity.

The East Troy Railroad opens for the season with the April 13 Bunny Train.

Trains will run on Saturdays and Sunday from April 27 to Nov. 3 this year and on Fridays and holidays from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Trains depart hourly on the weekends and every two hours on Fridays.

Cost to ride the train is $12.50 for adults, $10.50 for seniors (65 and older) and military (with ID), $8 for kids age 3 to 14 and kids younger than two ride for free.

Tickets are good all day for as many trips as desired.

The East Troy Depot is at 2002 Church St., East Troy.

For a full schedule and/or more information, visit www.easttroyrr.org.

New this year The East Troy Railroad has done away with its Pizza Trains for the 2019 season, replacing them with Family Picnic Trains.

The trains are designed for families with children with a menu that appeals to all ages. The Picnic Train trip includes a stop at Byrnes Park, so kids can enjoy the playground equipment while the train crew is preparing for the return trip and dessert.

The cost for the Picnic Trains is $26 per person, including a rainbow colored popcorn appetizer, all beef hot dogs with assorted toppings, served with kettle crunch potato chips, pickles and grape bunches. Dessert is a strawberry shortcake stack layered in a clear cup with a lollipop garnish. The cost includes bottomless soda and gratuity. Sales tax is not included.

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On Railfan Day the railroad takes all of its equipment out of the barn and puts it on display. Visitors can ride a different rail car on each trip of the day. Once again this year, the railroad is offering fun, family activities like face painting, model railroad car building, speeder rides on our industrial spur, miniature train rides, and operating model railroads.

Chicago Day July 13

Celebrate Chicago’s railway history with a revival of the Chicago, South Shore & South Bend railroad of 90 years ago. The railroad has six operating South Shore cars, originally built in the 1920s, plus 1924 Chicago Elevated Cars that we hope to have running. Several National Park Rangers from Indiana Dunes National Park will be on hand to explain the history of the South Shore Line. Join in for a fun-filled day reliving Chicago rail history.

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Bathed in purple light, Led Zeppelin tribute band Kashmir performs as part of the Rock the Barns series at the Walworth County fairgrounds in Elkhorn March 2.

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Concert series features tribute bands and local talent

by Chad Hensiak CORRESPONDENT

When you think of the Walworth County Fairgrounds what usually comes to mind are 4-H kids and their animals, carnival rides and demolition derby.

That vision has changed a bit in recent years to include high-volume rock and roll and head-banging fans.

The Walworth County Fair is a nonprofit organization on a 90-acre plot in Elkhorn containing a heated activity center, barns, historic buildings, a racetrack, campgrounds and more.

As general manager to the fairgrounds, Larry Gaffey is always

looking for new ways to raise money for the upkeep of the property. So, in 2017, he called upon his prior experience in concert promotion and management and decided to create a concert series named Rock the Barns.

He said he and his staff noticed other musical venues in Chicago, Milwaukee and Madison were having success featuring tribute acts so that’s how he chose bands and genre for Rock the Barns.

“Upon noticing there was also a resurgence of rock-n-roll acts in other local clubs, I decided to focus on hiring DAVE DRESDOW Spirit of Geneva Lakes the best rock tribute bands from all over Pidgin, a local duo, was the opening act for the the country,” Gaffey said.

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“Then, to give our shows a unique twist, I hooked up with Chris Buttleman from the Lake Geneva House of Music to find local talent to open every show, and just like that, Rock the Barns was born,” he added.

With the first two seasons now under his belt, Gaffey said he considers Rock

(KISS tribute), The Prince Experience (Prince tribute), Nightrain (Guns n Roses tribute), Battery (Metallica tribute), Back In Black (AC/DC tribute), Think Floyd (Pink Floyd tribute), Eliminator (ZZ Top tribute), and Kashmir (Led Zeppelin tribute).

Along with top-notch tribute acts, shows have featured local bands WaxLips, Mixed Company, Wise Jennings, among others as well as colorful laser light shows provided

by Laser Fusion.

Fans from throughout a wide area appear to enjoy the concerts, with many of them leaving positive comments on Facebook. Many of the shows have sold out.

When asked what was next for Rock the Barns, Gaffey said the third season is already in the works.

“Although I cannot give any hints as to what tribute bands we will hire for the next season just yet, I can say our office has been receiving as much as 10 submissions from bands each day,” he said.

Gaffey also said he plans to remain flexible and is not limited to booking only tribute bands because if the right opportunity presents itself, he would certainly check it out.

For more information on the Rock the Barns concert series visit walworthcountyfair.com under “events” or DAVE DRESDOW Spirit of Geneva Lakes Local band WaxLips was the opening act for the March 2 Rock the Barns concert in Elk- follow on Facebook. the Barns to be a success and the revenue generated by the shows is helping to offset the cost of operating and maintaining the independently owned and operated Fairgrounds.

Rock the Barns’ first two seasons featured top tribute bands such as Strutter

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Milwaukee Day Sept. 21

The East Troy Railroad is home to one of the last original streetcars of The Milwaukee Electric Railway & Light Company still in operation.

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Christmas Parade Train Dec. 7

Special heated passenger cars will pick up riders from Elegant Farmer in Mukwonago and transport them behind the East Troy Railroad’s Santa Train to the Division Street crossing in East Troy. Riders will be able to walk to the East Troy Village Square for the community Christmas tree lighting.

The trolley will leave at 8 p.m. from the East Troy Depot to take riders back to Elegant Farmer.

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Bill Ehrhardt, one of the original divers who uncovered the site of the Lucius Newberry, shares the story of the finding of the boat and the difficulties of bringing up the artifacts

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It was largest, most grand boat on Geneva Lake – until it sank in 1891

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On April 24, 1875, an impressive new side-wheel steam paddleboat appeared on Geneva Lake.

It was the largest boat on the lake with a length of 115 feet, which bested the Lady of the Lake (98 feet).

That designation was important to Oscar Newberry. The new boat, according to local lore, was built in revenge because of Newberry’s alleged slight from Lady of the Lake Captain Quigley, who was said to have been a friend of the family.

The story is that Newberry, son of Lucius, SPIRIT of GENEVA LAKES

was fishing on Geneva Lake in a small boat when a storm came up. He signaled to the nearby Lady of the Lake for help. But for some reason, Quigley declined to help. Perhaps he didn’t see Oscar’s signal, but Newberry vowed he would build a larger and more luxurious boat than the Lady of the Lake, and so he did.

Spared no expense

Local and well-respected boat builder John W. French constructed the Lucius

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The Lady of the Lake (left) and the Lucius Newberry docked in Lake Geneva in the late 1800s. The Newberry was the longest side-wheel steamboat ever to sail on Geneva Lake and was built to overshadow The Lady of the Lake.

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Newberry spared no expense and indeed proceeded to have the most luxurious boat on the lake. It was capable of holding 700.

The hull was designed using 3-inch thick oak planking, which was nailed to heavy, steam-bent oak frames. The paddle wheels were said to be 21 feet in diameter with 4-foot wide buckets.

Early reports described the wheelhouses “as being beautifully ornamented and representing a rising sun and a starry heaven. The boat was powered by a twocylinder, 125-horsepower Torrant steam engine.”

The ladies cabin was designed with utmost elegance. Heart-shaped, it measured 39 by approximately 17 feet. Brussels carpets and richly upholstered furniture filled the room. The woodwork was appliquéd with Hungarian veneer and with heavygilded molding along the top and edges.

The interior of the cabin could have been an art gallery; there were more than 40 oil works by popular painter and photographer John Bullock. Bullock painted a lot of nature scenes around the lake. He reportedly received $1,500 for his artwork.

COURTESTY OF GENEVA LAKE MUSEUM AND JAY THOMPSON Spirit of Geneva Lakes The aft portion of the room featured a The anchor of the Lucius Newberry now stands in front of the Geneva Lake Museum. The restroom and a dress circle with finely made anchor was discovered and recovered by divers Bill Ehrhardt, Herb Budd, Mark Terry, and plate glass mirrors that included ground Ron Steiskal. edges and the vessel’s name etched in.

Located on the side near the wheelhouses was a convenient wash closet for male passengers, albeit with much less elegant accommodations.

The three-level ship contained an ornately carved bar and a piano. Exquisite kerosene chandeliers were hung to add to the beauty and produce proper lighting. The circular office and salon were located in the forward section and measured 9 feet in diameter.

Deck and dance floor

Wide stairs led from the first floor to the promenade deck and dance floor. They traveled halfway up before splitting so that passengers could choose which side of the ship they wished to enter. The dance floor featured quality Georgia pine and measured 41 by 21 feet with a railing and seats surrounding it. There was ample space for an orchestra at the forward end.

Music from the ship could be heard on the lake and ashore during its cruises. The boat also had a bell that was said to have come from a Mexican cathedral after the Spanish-American War. The finding of the solid brass bell clapper helped identify the ship as the Newberry.

The boat was built at a cost of about $16,000. The Lucius Newberry usually made three trips daily from Lake Geneva to Fontana. A round-trip ticket cost 50 cents.

Owner becomes captain

Upon its completion, Oscar Newberry was named captain, carrying passengers, mail and cargo across the lake. He

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The diving barge is large enough to accommodate the diving equipment and divers with enough extra room for the artifacts that are recovered. The barge is seen here docked at the Riviera.

remained captain until 1879, when John Wilson of the Anchor Line Company purchased the Newberry and one or two of the smaller boats from the Newberry Steam Line. According to one report, Wilson also purchased Lady of the Lake from Edward Quigley.

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hogging trusses (large steel frames with steel rods attached to the bow and stern to make the hull stiffer) were added.

However, these were not the only changes Wilson made. A member of the Temperance movement, he also changed several policies. In what he claimed was a means to make the ladies more comfortable, he forbade liquor, cigars or confections to be used or sold onboard. He also created

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uniforms to make the crew look more professional and hired a band for each cruise.

In 1890, the boat was again sold, this time to C.A. Noyes, who only kept it for three months before transferring it to Wesley Johnson. Johnson’s first act was to change the name to the City of Lake Geneva. He also renamed the company The Lake Geneva Steamer Line.

A fiery end

His ownership also didn’t last long. A night watchman noticed a fire in the stern while the boat was docked on Dec. 9, 1891.

The cause of the fire was never discovered.

The watchman untied the boat and let it float into the water until it sank, saving the dock from also burning.

The Lucius Newberry/City of Lake Geneva would remain in Geneva Lake — 60 feet down — until July 1, 1981, when four local divers located it.

One of them, Bill Ehrhardt, was credited with salvaging many of the boat’s artifacts.

“Contrary to popular belief, the location of the boat was not unknown,” Ehrhardt said. “No one went to look for it.”

Not until friends approached Ehrhardt, who owned a diving shop in the area.

“They came to me because I had the boat.”

The Newberry was said to have drifted out and followed its normal excursion route until it sank. It was speculated that its location was in a direct line in front of The Riviera and in front of the Allerton Landing.

“Both were correct,” Ehrhardt said.

“We were actually heading out to look for a sailboat that had sunk about two years before. I had them turn on the graphing

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This iron sign, which reads Str. Newberry, (backwards) was proof that divers had found the Lucius Newberry.

machine and print out what they found.”

After passing over the area several times they were sure something was there and decided to pursue it.

“It was not the best time to dive because visibility was poor down to 10-12 feet.”

The divers thought they could see big, round hub from the side wheel of the paddlewheel and the anchor. Ehrhardt, Ron Steickel and Mark Terry returned to shore to join friend and fellow diver Herb Budd.

up that day. That 418-pound anchor is displayed in front of the Geneva Lake Museum, 355 Mill St. One of the problems when finding an important dive site is protecting it from poachers. If left unmanned the divers give up rights to the site. So in addition to planting their flag they kept careful watch over the site.

“When we were diving on the Newberry site, weekend flotillas from Fontana would hang around to try and poach the site. We would dredge around the site, especially on weekends, to stir up the bottom to The four returned to the dive site, and prevent poachers from infiltrating the dive Budd took the only pictures of the anchor site.” under water, which they then brought Ehrhardt said there is always a question of who owns the articles recovered.

“If there is no known direct owner, the artifacts belong to whoever pays for the recovery. After we had spent a lot of money on the dive, we tried to find someone to underwrite it. We contacted the city, but they did not have any interest in supporting the dig. We contacted Gary Gygax, who created the board game ‘Dungeons and Dragons.’ His company (TSR Hobbies) donated $10,000 to continue the dive.”

Buckets of artifacts, including brass plumbing fixtures, were brought up.

When it came time to bring up some of the larger pieces, additional help was required. Four trailer loads of artifacts and about 50 buckets of additional pieces were recovered.

The largest artifacts were the boiler, engine and the paddlewheel. A crew took these to a storage facility in Maryland from the Smithsonian Institute, which is where they were examined to better understand the workings of these early COURTESTY OF GENEVA LAKE MUSEUM AND JAY THOMPSON Spirit of Geneva Lakes engines. They are displayed at the The Lucius Newberry loaded with passengers, prepares for an excursion on Geneva Lake. The boat is surrounded by visitors in rowboats who get a closer look at the largest Smithsonian or lent to other museums.

Artifacts recovered

boat to ever sail on Geneva Lake.

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A diver in full scuba gear prepares to enter the water in search of more artifacts from the Lucius Newberry. At right: The Lucius Newberry was known for its high-end fittings. These brass fittings were recovered from the boat which sank in Geneva Lake in 1871.

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April reunites golfers with their favored pasttime Even though the weather may still be cool in early April, it’s not enough to keep the dedicated golfers indoors.

For those who have been fortunate to spend some of the winter in warmer climes, such as Florida or Arizona, the wait hasn’t been as long to get back on the course. For those who wintered here in the north, these April days when the golf courses reopen are a muchanticipated annual rite of passage.

All that’s needed is a little cooperation from Mother Nature to provide a pleasant spring day for that first round of golf of the season.

The Geneva Lakes area has a wide selection of golf courses from accessible courses for the less experienced to high-end tournament-caliber courses that will challenge any golfer.

Here’s a closer look at some of the courses in the area:

Hawk’s View

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Hawk’s View opened in 2001 as a 36-hole golf course on land that has had an interesting history. From a farm and storage for ice harvested from Geneva Lake in the 1920s, to Mt Fuji ski hill and a summer concert venue that brought in a variety of popular entertainers in the 1960s, to today becoming one of the premier golf courses in the Lake Geneva area.

The courses were designed by Craig Schreiner, a noted golf course architect from Kansas City. Como Crossing opened in 2001 after 2 years of work. It was followed by Barn Hollow, which made its debut in 2003.

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Hawk’s View consists of two 18-hole courses to meet the needs of every golfer. The Como Crossing and Barn Hollow courses offer a different golfing experience based on the golfer’s ability.

Como Crossing is an 18-hole, par 72, 7,074-yard championship caliber layout that has been chosen as Wisconsin’s best in 2015 and Lake Geneva’s best in 2015 and 2016.

The most unique feature of the course is the dramatic change in elevation, a result of keeping the contours of the ski hills that laced the property. Hole No. 3 starts at the top of what was a part of the major ski hill and plays downhill all the way. Other holes are also incorporated in the hilly terrain.

The course offers pristine playing conditions.

Barn Hollow received its name from the barn on the property that predates the golf course. Barn Hollow is an 18hole, par-3, 2,708-yard course The lush greens and rolling fairways at Hawk’s View golf course near Lake Geneva beckon players to return each spring.

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that is known as a family-friendly course. It is a perfect course for beginners and families yet everyone from beginners to scratch players will enjoy playing the course.

A full pro shop is available on site.

Pro Matthew Boesch is a certified Callaway fitter and can help you find the right clubs to improve your game.

There are a variety of green fees depending on time of day and season.

Season passes are available. Check website at www.hawksviewgolfclub. com for prices. Reservations can be made on line.

Majestic Oaks at Lake Lawn 2400 E. Geneva St., Delavan 262-728-7950

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The third hole at Como Crossing is a total downhill shot as the tees are at the top of what was the former Mt. Fuji Ski Hill.

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Majestic Oaks is a championship course and one of the Midwest’s premier golf destinations. Located with a scenic view of Delavan Lake on 250 tree-lined acres of Lake Lawn Resort, it originally opened in 1921 but was re-engineered in 1990 by renowned course architect Dick Nugent, known for his work on Kemper Lakes. The course is known for its stately oaks, and deep sand bunkers. The course provides an exciting golfing experience for all.

Look to the pro shop for any needed golf equipment, accessories and apparel. Major brands including Titleist, Adidas, Nike, Under Armour and many others are available. Golf pro Chris Goodwick offers individual lessons.

Golf tournaments and outings can be scheduled for a variety of group sizes. Contact the pro shop for information.

A dress code of collared shirts and slacks or tailored shorts, no denim, is required. Soft spikes are also required and available in pro shop.

Visit the website www. lakelawnresort.com/golf for rates and annual passes.

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Abbey Springs Golf Course

One Country Club Dr., Fontana 262-275-6113 Abbey Springs Golf Course is one of the most beautiful golf courses in the area.

This 18-hole course is located along the south shore of Geneva Lake and travels over rolling slopes, through highly wooded but well-tended areas. Spectacular views of the lake can be seen.

The course was designed by Dick Nugent in 1970. It was purchased by the Abbey Springs Property Owners in the 1980s, leading to a redesign/renovation by Mike Schulz Golf Designs. With upgraded care the grounds have been maintained with lush fairways and well-manicured greens making the course a joy to play.

This par-72 course is not an easy course as it contains 45 acres of rough, water hazards on six holes and 25 sand bunkers spread throughout the course.

Call 262-275-6113 or visit www. abbeysprings.org for rates.

Evergreen Country Club N6246 Highway 12, Elkhorn 262-723-5722 FILE PHOTO Spirit of Geneva Lakes

These young golfers work on their skills as they enjoy a round on the Barn Hollow Course at Hawks View. The Barn Hollow course welcomes junior golfers and families.

Evergreen golf course provides an interesting golfing experience on a picturesque course that contains gently rolling hills, sand traps and waterways with bridges. The course first opened as an 18-hole layout in 1973. Another nine-hole course was added 20 years later to provide a variety of golfing opportunities for players of all levels. Players are allowed to play any combination of holes Evergreen is a public course, but they also offer a membership for frequent players who wish to save money. Check the website for rates and packages, at www. evergreengolf.com If you are looking to hold a golf outing, Evergreen can comfortably handle up to 210 participants.

The pro shop offers a variety of golf shoes, shirts and other supplies.

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The Brighton Dale Links is not one but three separate courses – White Birch, Blue Spruce and Red Pine, each with distinct variance and complex features to appeal to a variety of golfers with different skills.

They meander through mature deciduous trees, cathedral pines and wetlands. The courses travel over hilly terrain, making each course different and challenging.

White Birch is the largest of the courses.

Consisting of 18 holes, this par-72 course covers 7,000 yards. Blue Spruce is also an 18-hole, par-72 course very similar to White Birch but slightly smaller at 6,700 yards. Red Pines is a 9-hole par 36 course

of 3,512 yards.

There is a well-stocked pro shop. Cart rentals are available. Lessons can be arranged. A practice facility is available to work on your swing and putting skills.

Visit www.golfbrightondale.com for rates.

Petrifying Springs Golf Course 4909 7th Avenue, Kenosha Petrifying Springs Golf Course, imbedded in Kenosha’s most mature park, was created in 1936 by Joseph A. Roseman.

The course is known for its impressive natural surroundings as golfers make their way down tree-lined fairways, hilly terrain, strategically placed sand traps, and challenging water hazards. This 18-hole,

par-70 course covers 6,000 yards and is known for being well kept and having reasonable rates.

The course is available for corporate or group outings. Golf lessons are available for both adults and children.

Visit www.petrifyingspringsgolf.com for prices and to reserve your tee off time.

and tee times. Season passes and senior rates are available. Prices vary by day and season. Contact them for current rates. www.brownslakegolf.com

Rivermoor Golf Club 30802 Waterford Dr., Waterford 262-534-2500

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Rivermoor, which opened in June of 1929, is accented by mature trees and 932 Brown’s Lake Drive, Burlington natural topography that results in holes 262-763-6065 that are beautiful as well as challenging, Brown’s Lake Golf Course is located according to the course owners. along the banks of the Fox River and is Ponds and streams come into play on considered one of Racine County’s hidden seven of Rivermoor’s 18 holes. The par-70 gems. The course was designed by J. Toulis course plays 6,273 yards from the blue tees. and opened in 1921. The 18-hole, par-72, The course has hosted numerous 6,449-yard public course has been pleasing tournaments through the years, including: golfers since that time. the Wisconsin State Junior, Ladies, Match The terrain includes the Fox River, Play and PGA Senior Championship; and which is encompassed into the design of the Wisconsin State Amateur Qualifying. the course. The river comes into play on Rivermoor offers memberships and several holes. The greens are small and public play and also accommodates surrounded by water hazards and sand group outings. Call 262-534-2500 or visit bunkers providing a challenge to all golfers. rivermoorgolfclub.com for additional Call to schedule special group outings information.

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Festival of Wine offers weekend of wine-related events Lake Geneva Festival of Wine is set for April 5 through 7 at Grand Geneva Resort and Spa, 7036 Grand Geneva Way. According to organizers, the event is perfect for girls weekends or a couples getaway.

Attendees will learn how to pair wine with chocolate, cheese and beef. They’ll also be able to watch a chef make a meal and enjoy it with a nice glass of wine.

The weekend begins with a Blue Chip Wine Dinner and ends with an extra bubbly Champagne Brunch on Sunday.

The main event, the Grand Tasting, is Saturday, April 6, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom. Need an extra hour to taste more wines? Upgrade to VIP and enjoy bonus bubbles in the VIP lounge and chef and wine talks on the half hour.

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by Sandra Landen Machaj CORRESPONDENT

The history of the Lake Geneva Library begins in the mid-1880s, when a group of citizens purchased 300 books from a traveling salesman and placed them in a reading room at the local YMCA. The arrangement meant that the public could read the books at the YMCA, but they weren’t allowed to take them out. To do that, residents were required to purchase a subscription for $2 per year. Shorter memberships of six months for $1 or three months for 50 cents also were available Mary Sturges, who conceived the idea of a public library in the community, ultimately was responsible for its location on the lakefront. Sturges deeded the property that had been owned by George Sturges to the city for the express use as a park and library. But it took many years before it became the library that we recognize today.

Emily Kornak, Director of the Lake Geneva Library stands in front of a display of new books.

The Lake Geneva Library offers a large selection of books in various formats, book form, e-book, or CD.

The Lake Geneva Library, which opened in 1954, was designed by architect James Dresser, a student of Frank Lloyd Wright, who followed Wright’s familiar prairie style.

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The gift of this beautiful piece of land also included the Sturges home, which had been built in 1859. The home was to be used as the first library. The deed specified only “until means shall be provided for erecting a suitable fireproof building.” It would take 60 years until enough money was raised or bequeathed to the library to build the new home.

Meanwhile, the library’s collection continued to grow. It reached more than 2,000 volumes by 1900 and by 1953 it had increased to over 17,000.

With the Sturges home no longer structurally sound and out of space as it neared its 100th birthday, it was time to move forward with a new building. There also had been an increase in other items such as pamphlets, magazines, films and records. Little did they realize how many more activities and services would become available through the library in coming years.

Planning for the new building began in 1945 with a bequest of $100,000 from the will of Mary Gridley Bell. Additional funds accumulated from other citizens’ bequests, so serious planning began for the site that had been renamed Library Park.

However, initial plans far exceeded the available funding so architect James Dresser, who had been a student of Frank Lloyd Wright, took over. He designed a building similar to Lloyd Wright’s prairie style — low to the ground with a tall, central entrance.

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This is a hand-painted postcard showing the first Lake Geneva Library in the former Sturgis home, which served as the area’s library for 60 years.

into its setting along Geneva Lake.

During construction, the library moved its operations to Horticulture Hall downtown. With minor design changes, including the elimination of a meeting room because of cost, the new building was dedicated on Dec. 12, 1954.

“Since that time we have had two additions, the fiction room and the meeting room,” Director Emily Kornak said. “The lighting also has been updated with can lights in the ceiling, and all bulbs are now LED, giving the entire building a warm environment.”

For many of us, the local library is where we learned that there is much more to the world than our own neighborhoods. It is where we were introduced to other times, traveling back through history and into the future.

The library remains a place to learn more about our world, but today we have access to more ways to enjoy that information.

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“The library receives its support from the City of Lake Geneva,” Kornak said. “Additional funding comes from Walworth County to allow us to service those who are underserved.”

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The library includes a large children’s department with a room, also facing the lake, for story times, collective play and learning. A reminder encouraging children to be exposed to 1,000 books before reaching kindergarten is displayed on the walls. Whether building out of Legos, watching a video, listening to a story or sharing a book with fellow visitors, the children learn and make friends.

“Along with books and puzzles for the children to take out, we also have American Girl dolls that can be checked out. Stem kits are also available to take home and provide additional means of learning,” Kornak said.

Adults and children also can check out ukuleles.

“We also offer sporadic classes given by local musician and music teacher Pamela Kundert. The ukuleles are popular and come in a variety of colors that really pop,” Kornak said.

National Library Week will be April 7-13. The theme is “Libraries = Strong Communities.”

The highlight activity will be the Bookface program in which participants hold a book close to their face and take a photo, transforming it into the cover. Enter it into a drawing and be eligible to win a Kindle Fire.

One will be given to an adult and one to a child.

The Lake Geneva Public Library is located at 918 W. Main St., in Lake Geneva. For more information, visit www.lakegeneva.lib.wi.us or call 262-249-5299. Hours are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m.

The checkout station in the bright and open entry of the Lake Geneva Library is always a busy place.

Area facilities gear up for National Library Week Many of the libraries in the Geneva Lakes Area are celebrating National Library Week, April 7 thorugh 13, with a variety of events.

Here’s a look at some of the offerings: Twin Lakes Community Library 110 S. Lake St., Twin Lakes • 262-877-4281 A special program will be held on Saturday, April 6, at the Twin Lakes location, 110 S. Lake St. Mark Lyons will speak about the Power of Vegetable Gardens at 11 a.m. Attendees must register for the free program. Call 262-877-4281.

Matheson Memorial Library 101 N. Wisconsin, Elkhorn • 262-723-2678 During April, the Elkhorn Food Pantry will benefit from the Foods for Fines program. For each can of food brought to the library, $1 will be deducted from the amount of fines due.

Each adult or child who signs up for a new library card will receive a goody bag.

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It’s likely that a mention of the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra conjures up images of a large orchestra on stage performing a concert of classical music. This is an accurate picture of the ensemble of volunteer musicians from south central Wisconsin and northern Illinois who have been performing in Walworth County since 2001.

But the picture isn’t complete without adding the School Day Concert Tour and the chamber music concert series.

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as two to as many as eight, with each member of the ensemble playing a different part.

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The Prevailing Winds Quintet of Liz Ehler, horn; Timothy Graf, clarinet; Robb Keefe, bassoon; Sue Newman, oboe; Eileen Weyrauch, flute) performed compositions by Ludwig van Beethoven, Georges Bizet, and Sergei Prokofiev.

Lisa Gauslow (violin) and Brandy Crawford (viola) teamed up for a Duo by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

The concert concluded with a Sextet by Beethoven featuring Lisa Gauslow and Emily Sobacki (violin), Brandy Crawford (viola), Anne McCord (cello), and Liz Ehlert and Bruce Martin (horn).

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Students at Wileman Elementary School in Delavan listen to the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra Feb. 1 when the school was one of the stops on the annual School Day Concert Tour. This year the orchestra performed at Wileman and Turtle Creek elementary schools in Delavan and Star Center Elementary School in Lake Geneva.

Communion Episcopal Church, 320 Broad St., Lake Geneva, beginning at 3 p.m. Admission to the concert is free, with donations appreciated.

Visiting the schools The orchestra took to the road Feb. 1 for the School Day Concert Tour with stops at Wileman and Turtle Creek Elementary Schools in Delavan and Start Center Elementary School in Lake Geneva.

The concert began with “Olaf’s Song,” a number from “Frozen” that was immediately recognized by the young audience.

The concert included two more selections from “Frozen,” along with “The Tempest” by Robert W. Smith, “Blue Tango” by Leroy Anderson, and “Take Five” by Dave Brubeck.

At Wileman Elementary School, music and art teacher Joan Guzman treated the audience to an acapella singing of “Shenandoah” before the orchestral arrangement performance.

Orchestra Music Director David Anderson took time as a music educator to help the students learn hear the difference between the happy

or excited feeling created by a melody in a major scale and the sad feeling elicited by a melody in a minor scale.

Anderson gave the audience a chance to hear the strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion musicians play the same section of “Lord of the Dance” before joining together in the performance of the composition.

As a special treat for the students, teachers led the students on an “up close and personal” walk right through the middle of the orchestra during “Pirates of the Caribbean.”

Mike Frazer, a cellist with the orchestra since 2001, shared that the orchestra has been doing school day concert tours to three different elementary school since the founding of the orchestra, as the Lake Geneva Community Orchestra, in 2001. He estimates about 12,000 students who have heard the orchestra perform during these concerts.

“I believe over the years we have performed in every public elementary school in Walworth County at least once, and most of them two or three times. We have performed at the most of the parochial schools in the County and in the Burlington school district as well,” Frazer said.

Ginny Hall enjoyed the concert at Wileman Elementary School, representing the Walworth County Arts Council on which she serves as a director, an organization that sponsors the orchestra’s school tour educational outreach program.

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Juried artwork is displayed in Flat Iron Park in Lake Geneva during a previous Art in the Park event hosted by the Geneva Lakes Arts Foundation. The 2019 Art in the Park is scheduled for Aug. 10 and 11.

Art in the Park has new director Annual event is hosted by the Geneva Lakes Arts Foundation

David John Dietrich

The Geneva Lake Arts Foundation has named David John Dietrich as the new director of Art in the Park, its annual fine arts fair. Dietrich will replace Bart Ziegler, who recently retired from this position.

Dietrich is a fine artist, radio talk show host and art dealer who founded Dietrich Studio and Gallery in 2016.

He holds a bachelors degree in business marketing from Eastern Illinois University. In addition, he is a student of art history and classical painting and has directed and produced independent films.

“I can hardly imagine a more interesting or fulfilling pursuit right now than maintaining the uniqueness of this annual art fair and the challenges to learn the workings of such a specialized event. I am very much looking forward to Art in the Park, my new team, and working with the City of Lake Geneva, artists, collectors, and all of those SPIRIT of GENEVA LAKES

interested in art,” Dietrich said.

Art in the Park is the Geneva Lake Arts Foundation’s annual fine arts fair, scheduled for Aug. 10 and 11 this year in Flat Iron Park.

It is a juried fine arts show featuring more than 75 accomplished artists exhibiting a variety of media, including watercolor, oil, and acrylic painting, pastel, clay/pottery, fiber, glass, printmaking, jewelry, photography, sculpture and wood.

The foundation also runs Gallery 223, at 223 Broad St. in downtown Lake Geneva, which features members’ work in a series of gallery shows. Gallery 223 is open from 10a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

For more information about the Geneva Lake Arts Foundation or to download an application for this year’s Art in the Park, visit www. genevalakeartsfoundation.org

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APRIL 2019

Dancing Through the Decades

WOMEN’S WEEKEND IS SET FOR APRIL 26-28 Looking for a getaway weekend with your best gal pals that’s close by, easy to afford, and offers lots of special events and activities?

Lake Geneva is the place, and the Women’s Weekend, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Lake Geneva, is the event. The special weekend is planned for April 26 through 28.

As in previous years the event will feature special lodging, workshops, dining, shopping, exercise and other activities that bring women together and allow them to celebrate what makes them unique.

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Registration for the weekend will be held at Harbor Shores, 300 Wrigley Dr., Lake Geneva, from 1 to 5 p.m. The kickoff party, which is included with the $60 registration will be held at Riviera Ballroom, 812 Wrigley Dr., Lake Geneva, from 7 to 11 p.m. With the theme “Dancing Through the Decades,” the party includes a picture booth, raffle prizes, sponsor tables, dancing and more. Food and drinks will be served and come included in the price of registration. All Women’s Weekend guests are welcome.

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