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Ice castle takes shape on shoreline........................... 6 Christmas trains ride again..................................... 13 A bike ride for ‘balance’.................................. 15 Trees make the season bright................................ 19 Libraries to host holiday concert.............................. 23 Grand Geneva lights up the holidays..................... 25 The Joy of Christmas shopping....................... 29 Fostering a culture of music............................. 35 Holiday Happenings.................................. 41 Through the Lens....................................... 43 The Santa Cruise.......................................... 45

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In awe of ice Visitors are sure to flock to the beach in downtown Lake Geneva this winter to take in the frozen wonderland that is known as an ice castle. The intricately built structure is initially made of icicles, but then it takes on it’s own character through the regular freezethaw cycles of winter. Lake Geneva’s attraction will be one of six in the world – five in the United States and one in Canada. For more on the ice castle, see the story beginning on page 6.

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1 Reindeer Run – Join the Elkhorn

Recreation Department and the Elkhorn Running Club in their annual Reindeer Run before the Christmas Card Town Parade from 9 a.m. to noon at Sunset Park, 200 Devendorf St., Elkhorn. All participants will receive a t-shirt, goodie bag and refreshments. Medals will be awarded to the top three male and female runners in each category. Prizes will be given for best holiday-themed outfit. Info: 262-741-5114

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Breakfast with Santa – Families can eat breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m. to noon in the Evergreen Ballroom at the Grand Geneva Resort and Spa, 7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva. The cost is $35 for adults, $30 for kids ages six to 12 and $12 for kids ages two to five. Reservations are recommended.

Info: www.grandgeneva.com.

1 – 31 Santa Cruise – Enjoy a lake

tour filled with holiday-themed displays every hour from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. There will be a cash bar with adult and children beverages. Adults only tours are at 8:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Reservations are recommended and the cost is $18 for adults and seniors and $9 for children ages four to 17 from Monday to Thursday, and is $28 for adults, $26 for seniors ages 65 and older and $18 for children ages four to 17 from Friday to Sunday. Info: www.santacruiselakegeneva. com.

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Christmas Tree Walk – Vote for the best decorated tree designed by local businesses and organizations from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Walworth County Historical Society, 210 S. Washington St., Elkhorn. Info: 262-7237848.

1 Christmas Card Town Parade

– Watch the annual parade from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on downtown Elkhorn. Info: www. elkhornchamber.com.

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Christmas Parade – The parade will be from 5 to 6 p.m. and will begin at Williams and Marshall St., South on Broad St., West on Main St. and North on Cook St. Info: www. visitlakegeneva.com.

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Holton Band Christmas Concert – Ring in the holiday season with Elkhorn’s Holton Band from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at their new location, Elkhorn Area High School, 482 E. Geneva St., Elkhorn. The concert is free of charge but tickets are required for entrance to the show. Info: www.elkhornchamber.com.

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Ho Ho Home for the Holidays Tasting – enjoy free tastings from 2 to 4 p.m. at Sonoma Cellars, 1807 E. Geneva St., Delavan. Info: www.sonoma-cellars.com.

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Local Craft Market – Enjoy and shop local crafters from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Bottle Shop, 617 W. Main St., Lake Geneva.

Info: www.thebottleshoplakegeneva.com.

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The Nutcracker Suite Ballet – watch dancers from The Dance Factory perform The Nutcracker from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at Lake Lawn Resort, 2400 E. Geneva St., Delavan. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $25 for VIP tickets. Vip includes an afternoon tea reception from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Info: www.lakelawnresort.com.

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Champagne Brunch – Enjoy brunch from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Baker House, 327 Wrigley Drive, Lake Geneva. Cost is $32 for adults and $18 for children ages 12 and younger. Info: www. historichotelsoflakegeneva.com.

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Dancing Horses Show – Enjoy the hour and a half-long show at 1 p.m. at The Dancing Horses Museum, 5065 Highway 50, Delavan.

There is also a 7 p.m. show every Saturday.

Info: www.thedancinghorses.com Shows Dec. 1, 2, 5, 8, 9, 12, 15, 16, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31.

Mix and Mingle – join area business professionals for evening drinks, food and networking from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Geneva Inn, N2009 S. Lakeshore Drive, Lake Geneva.

Info: www.genevainn.com. Dates: Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27.

Friday Fish Fry – enjoy “all-you-can-eat” fried or baked cod from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Stefana’s Lakeside Dining, W4190 West End Road, Lake Geneva. Fish is served with homemade potato pancakes or steak fries, coleslaw, applesauce and tarter sauce. www. stefanaslakeside.com. Dates: Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28.

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Paint N Sip – enjoy a glass of wine while participating in a step-by-step painting tutorial from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Grand Geneva Resort and Spa, 7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva. The cost is $45 per person. This event is for people ages 16 and older. Dates: Dec. 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30.

The calendar of events is compiled from a variety of sources including Visit Lake Geneva and the Walworth County Visitors Bureau and contains events available as of press time. Although we make every attempt to provide accurate information regarding area events, dates and times may change or events may be cancelled. We suggest you go to visitlakegeneva.com or visitwalworthcounty.com prior to making travel plans.

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Ice castle is Lake Geneva’s newest attraction This winter there will be a new mansion along the the end of February or beginning of March, if the

by Sandra shores of Geneva Lake. But this mansion is actually Landen Machaj winter weather allows,” said Joe Tominaro of Visit a castle and is unlike any other that has been built on Lake Geneva.

CORRESPONDENT the lakeshore.

According to Tominaro, the ice castle will bring The structure is not a private home, or for that in visitors to Lake Geneva throughout the winter matter, even a permanent structure. Instead it is Lake Geneva’s season unlike activities that are only available for a day or a newest winter attraction – an ice castle built on the sand along week or two. the lakefront.

The acre-sized castle, which will weigh approximately 25 The castle is a fantasyland, a unique life-size winter million pounds, will be located at 812 Wrigley Drive, next to playground built entirely by hand of icicles. It is constructed the Riviera and will come to life in December. of over 10,000 handmade icicles carefully placed by a team of A walk through the area will be a very different experience ice artisans. Once the icicles are in place they are covered with from what one usually expects at this site. Walking along the water, which allows them to meld into a unique and interesting shore of Geneva Lake is usually part of a summertime activity wall design. The walls are made only of these icicles – there are on the shore path or the beach. This walk will be on snowcovered paths inside an ice castle that will transport visitors into no other support structures. Unlike some ice structures these a fairy tale wonderland that is both magical and breathtaking.

“The ice castle will remain on the shore until approximately

Winter wonderland

At left: The intricate design of the ice formations is a combination of the placement of icicles by the ice artisans and the effect of melting and refreezing due to weather conditions.

Above: A group of friends enjoys a visit to an ice castle. There are six ice castle locations in addition to the newest one taking shape in Lake Geneva.

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are not built from blocks of ice, which creates a very symmetrical structure. The icicles allow more intricate designs due to the shape and manner in which the icicles adhere to each other.

The walls themselves are often as much as 10 feet thick as the icicles drip and merge into one giant block of ice. Each day new icicles are added to replace those that may have melted due to wind or warm temperatures.

The additional icicles are also handmade and as many as 5,000 to 12,000 may be added each day. These additional icicles are placed as needed by the 20 to 40 ice artisans who first build then maintain the ice castle.

Inside the castle, it is a winter wonderland that may be enjoyed by people of all ages.

A variety of frozen thrones and fountains are positioned in the castle. Tunnels and slides are cut through the castle by the ice artisans with chain saws. For the

Above: Riding down the ice castle slide is fun and managing to take a selfie without falling off the sled as this woman does is a real skill. Top: This photographer enjoys a view of the sky from inside an ice castle.

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larger slides, people must measure at least 42 inches in height to take the plunge.

The ice castle is a unique building that varies in height and includes narrow pathways through towering ice formations.

Standing inside the castle, especially in the very tall areas, gives the feeling of being in a frozen wonderland with intricate icicles that appear much like stalactites or stalagmites in a cave.

The formations may change in appearance as they respond to sunshine or cold, reaching up toward the sky or giving the visitor the feeling that they are indeed in a cave.

good grip on the snowy paths.

And don’t forget gloves or mittens and a warm coat. Adding snow pants for children is a smart move.

Strollers are not accommodated in the castle but it is suggested that children be pulled on a small sled. Stroller wheels tend to get caught in the snow, as it is not always a firm surface.

The first creation The creator of the ice castles was Brent Christensen of

Alpine, Utah. In 2009 he built an ice cave in his front yard as a way to encourage his family that includes six children to enjoy the outdoor weather. The ice cave, while not nearly the size or A nighttime visit when the ice castle is lighted by multi as intricate as the ice castles, became a popular site for not only colored LED lights that are embedded inside the ice, is a his children but also neighbors and friends. special delight. The lights will twinkle to music adding a In 2011 Christensen teamed with Ryan Davis and Ice festive air to the visit.

Castles was founded and became a favorite winter experience Whether walking inside or observing it from the outside, the for visitors as each new location was built. Christensen ice castle, as it sits on the shore of Geneva Lake, promises to developed the icicle construction technique. As in the be a spectacular sight. There are certain to be visitors who will movie, “Field of Dreams” – where the famous line “If you purchase both daytime and nighttime tickets. Some may choose build it, they will come,” is used to explain why the field was to do so on the same day, but it is more likely that visitors will built – the Ice Castles have attracted large numbers of visitors. choose a second visit to downtown Lake Geneva on another The concept has continued to grow with ice castles currently day or weekend. in six locations. Five are located in the United States and one The pathways are of crusted snow and in some places ice. in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Lake Geneva is the newest of Visitors are advised to wear good boots that can grab the the ice castles and promises to be a successful destination. snow and ice. Boots with high heels and flat-bottomed dress Other ice castles are located in Dillon, Colo., Lincoln N.H., boots are not the best choice for walking through the castle.

Midway, Utah, and Stillwater, Minn. Each destination has Lightweight shoes and even athletic shoes may also not be been successful at bringing in visitors of all ages to enjoy the appropriate or safe as they become wet and do not provide a majestic ice displays.

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All of the Ice Castles are on the shore of a natural water source.

This has been done purposely so that the water that is used in the ice castle can be returned directly to the environment.

Many people have questioned why the ice has a beautiful blue color. The ice has that color just as lakes and other water surfaces do because water absorbs every color of the spectrum except for the blue hue. The blue becomes more visible in the ice as the thickness of ice increases.

Pets are not allowed in the ice castle. The one exception is certified service animals. Service animal owners must have proof of certification to be allowed to enter with their animals. Ice Castles asks owners to take every precaution to avoid “yellow ice� when bringing in a service animal.

Tickets needed Tickets for the Lake Geneva ice castle will be available as soon

as it is known when the ice castle will open. Visit www.icecastles. com for more information about tickets.

Based on experience at other ice castles, organizers recommend that tickets be purchased in advance for visitors to be assured of entry to the ice castle on the day and near the time of choice.

Tickets are issued with a half-hour time block to enter the

structure. Once inside visitors may stay as long as they wish.

Most people spend at least a half hour and many spend more time. Tickets purchased online in advance are priced at $10.95 for children from 4 to 11 years of age and $15.95 for adults on weekdays. Weekend prices for tickets in advance are $14.95 for children and $18.95 for adults. Children younger than 4 are admitted free of charge.

Walkup tickets can be purchased on the day of visit if they are available. Purchase of ticket on site does not guarantee admission at a particular time or even on that day. On site ticket prices are weekdays $15 for children and $20 for adults. Weekend fares on site are $20 for children and $25 for adults.

This awe-inspiring winter phenomenon makes its inaugural appearance on the Geneva Lake shore as soon as the weather allows the ice artisans to build the castle.

Area residents are advised to keep an eye on the shore and watch the ice castle emerge. The breathtaking works of art are ever changing, so each view of the ice castle will be different and amazing.

At left: An Ice castle like this one is the newest attraction that will make its appearance on the shores of Geneva Lake in December. It is shown here at night with its many LED lights. Above: This young lady navigates the snow- and ice-packed trail through the narrow tunnel of an ice castle.

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The East Troy Railroad is offering its annual Christmas Trains on Saturdays and Sundays in December.

Advance reservations are required at www.easttroyrr. org. Left: Santa and Mrs. Claus take a ride on the East Troy Railroad’s Christmas Train. The railroad’s holiday festivities continue weekends through Dec. 16.

Christmas Trains at the East Troy Railroad Museum begin running again on Saturdays through Dec. 16.

The fun, family friendly rides take passengers from the East Troy Depot, 2002 Church St., to Santa’s Workshop at the Elegant Farmer in Mukwonago and back.

The rides are just shy of two hours per round-trip and include Christmas carols on the trains and hot chocolate and cookies at the Elegant Farmer, where kids can visit with Santa and have their photos taken.

“Santa’s Workshop will be better than ever and kids will receive a small gift that is fitting for the occasion,” East Troy Railroad Museum President Ryan Jonas said. “The depot should also be warmer this year, since we installed new doors that will keep the wind and cold outside.”

The historic railroad cars are always heated and rest rooms are available at the East Troy depot.

Tickets can be purchased online anytime – this year with no convenience fees. Cost is $18.50 for adults, $16 for children age 3 to 14, and $8 for toddlers who sit on their parents lap for the train ride.

Advance reservations at www. easttroyrr.org are required.

Trains will depart at 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Nov. 24 and 25 and Dec. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 and 16.

The East Troy Railroad Museum operates regular 14mile round trip excursions from its historic East Troy depot and museum to Indianhead Park in Mukwonago, with a stop at the popular Elegant Farmer store and deli. Celebrating 111 years of riding the rails through Southeast Wisconsin’s Kettle Moraine countryside, the not-for-profit railroad is operated and managed by more than 130 volunteers committed to the preservation of historic trolleys and interurban railcars.

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A portion of the bike route Kirk Gillock rode took him through mountains in Colorado, Wyoming and South Dakota.

Texas man’s ‘Heart for America’ bicycle ride travels through area

by Heather Ruenz STAFF WRITER

In an effort to help heal some of the division in the United States, a man from Texas recently wrapped up a 3-month, 4,250mile solo bicycle ride through the heartland, including Walworth County.

“America is a beautiful country, filled with diverse landscapes and people. Sometimes it is difficult to see that beauty because of all the political arguing and distractions,” Kirk Gillock, 48, said prior to leaving Texas on Aug. 2.

After spending 14 years in Thailand – first volunteering as an English teacher and then founding a charity and opening a school – Gillock returned home last year.

“It was sad to see how much division there was. I really wanted to reconnect with my own country, go around and meet fellow Americans and spread some love,” he said in a phone interview early last week.

Gillock said he had done a similar thing in Thailand of following a route that makes a heart, but it was on a motorcycle to raise money for helmets. Later, he followed another heart path and picked up trash. When he returned to the U.S., he decided to do

the same, but on a bigger scale with the timing to finish before the midterm elections.

“I decided to start in Texas, where I’m from, and from there it was just creating as big of a heart as possible through the heartland,” he said.

Gillock said his mother always has been supportive, “with unconditional love, but my dad was more like, ‘Why don’t you get a job?’ Eventually he understood why I wanted to do it and has been supportive. He was a marketing guy so has been helping me connect with people. They’ve both been great,” he said.

Along the way, Gillock traveled nearly every type of road imaginable and cycled through several states, including New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, South Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri and Arkansas.

By the end of the trip, he will have traveled through 13 states.

While in Wisconsin, Gillock left Madison and was en route to Chicago when there was an unexpected stop in Walworth County.

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road but then turned into a four-lane road. He stopped me and told me I couldn’t ride on the four-lane road but gave me great advice about which route to take, and it was a great ride from there into Lake Geneva,” Gillock said.

Considering the number of miles traveled, he said there were only a few issues where he wasn’t able to take the route he had planned.

And he said 99 percent of the drivers that passed him were friendly and considerate while he was riding.

“I only ran into two or three that were a little aggressive. That was one of my big concerns – am I going to get hit by a car? – but everyone was nice for the most part,” he said.

another person.

“You get lonely out there and sometimes you talk to yourself. But I met some of the nicest people along the way. That’s what I really wanted to see. There are a lot of good people out there who just want to be happy and don’t want the bickering going on. I met people on both sides, including some Republicans and Democrats working together. It was great to see,” Gillock said.

He also had to deal with a variety of weather conditions. It was

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This map shows the route Kirk Gillock followed on a more than 4,000-mile bike ride in an effort to help heal some of the division in the country. At right: Throughout his journey, Gillock gave heart stickers to people he encountered.

summer and hot in Texas when he took off on his journey, but early last week, when he was back in Texas just a couple hundred miles from completing the trek, he said it was cold.

He traveled lightly, with a saddlebag – one side red, the other blue, and paid for the trip entirely out of his own pocket.

“It was self-supported and a solo ride. I also removed all the logos from everything – the bike, the GPS, the GoPro cameras and so on, as I had no sponsors and bought all the equipment myself,” he said.

Most nights Gillock found an inexpensive hotel to stay in, but other nights, depending on where he was, he used his tent.

He said he listened to music, podcasts and audiobooks at times but also turned it off and listened to the “wind and the cows and the birds and the large trucks flying by me.”

As of early last week, with roughly 200 miles remaining, Gillock said he had not experienced any mechanical issues.

“Not a single flat tire and have had the Much like the message he shared about the need for balance throughout his 4,250-mile Heart for America ride, Kirk Gillock wore red and blue gloves. same tires, chain, gears the entire time. I also had it checked a couple of times at bike shops and all was good,” he said. get peoples’ attention these days,” Gillock When his campaign was done, Gillock said. said 70 percent of the motorcycle riders MESSAGE SHARED Gillock is no stranger to coming up with were wearing helmets and the students were extreme ideas to get a message across. learning English in the local schools, so While on the bike tour, Gillock said he “While in Thailand teaching English, I it was time to close the charity and return heard from a lot of people that there seems noticed there was a big problem with road home. to be anger and finger-pointing rather than safety – every day people, including my What’s next for Gillock is still up in the listening. students, were being killed on motorcycles. air.

“Both sides do have good ideas, we just I realized I could make a bigger impact, “That’s the million dollar question. need to work together. I don’t know if it’s started giving out helmets and gave out over I’ve actually been working and living in always been like that and we haven’t been 5,000 of them,” he said.

Washington state but might move back to aware of it, or if it’s gotten worse. But it’s Texas to be closer to my family. I might also there now and the people I talked to know it He started a charity and opened a school that taught English as well as computers write a book – a lot of people along the way needs to change,” he said. on this bike ride have told me I should, so Which brought him back to the reason for and environmental issues. Word spread and volunteers from around the world came and we’ll see,” he said. the bike ride. helped at the school.

For more about Gillock’s travels, “Balance is key – that was the idea with Gillock said he also built two large plastic including photos, videos and posts about the bicycle. If you lean one way, you fall bottle boats as a way to get people’s attention some of the people he connected with along over and if you lean the other way the same thing happens. Everyone I’ve met and talked about trash and sailed one of them down the the way, visit his Facebook page, Kirk from Mekong River, roughly 600 miles.

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Bright Real trees are a longstanding holiday tradition As the annual quest for the perfect Christmas tree begins, we again offer a bit of history surrounding this time-honored tradition as well as a few local options to assist in the search.

The Christmas tree as we know it began to appear in Germany in the 1500s. The early German trees were decorated with paper roses, apples, candies, nuts and accented with strips of red paper. Then candles were added to light the tree. With the addition of the candles, fire became a danger to these households.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, the practice of hanging the tops of Evergreen trees upside down and decorating them with fruits and nuts was popular in Austria and Germany.

This has again become popular here with people hanging a smaller tree upside down to have a more avant-garde look to their decorating or for the more practical purpose of keeping small children and pets away from the tree.

By the late 1800s, hand-blown glass ornaments were produced in Germany and the area of Alsace-Lorraine (a

small area on the border of Germany and France which has been part of each country over the years). Glass beads were strung together and used as garlands on the tree. These exquisite hand-blown ornaments became family treasures and were passed down from one generation to another.

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Today German Christmas trees are decorated with electric lights often in the style of the candles of old. Glass ornaments are the decoration of choice along with handmade chains and ornaments made by the children of the family.

A special ornament in the shape of a pickle is hidden on the tree and the child who finds it receives an extra present. In olden days a real pickle was hung.

Like the early German Christmas trees, the people of France decorated the early trees with fruits, nuts, apples but also added dried cakes, pine cone dolls and colored paper shaped into flowers. Were these dried cakes the first of the

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They began to use the glass ornaments after the 1858 drought left apples, cakes, and nuts in short supply. The glass blowers produced ornaments in the shape of the fruits that were not available. Of course candles, then electric light strings brought the tree to life. The tree was topped with a star symbolic of the Star of Bethlehem.

Queen Victoria of England brought decorated trees into the palace and, of course, the fashionable people of England followed the lead of the Monarch. Victorian-decorated trees with blown glass ornaments, jeweled ornaments and crystal or glass garlands and lit by candles gave the palace and the homes a festive appearance. Victorian style trees are still popular.

From Eastern Europe colorful candles were added to the trees and birds were made from eggs to decorate the tree. The Ukrainians also decorated with eggs but painted intricate, exquisite designs and gave them as gifts to friends and family to decorate their trees.

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Scandinavian countries began the practice of decorating Christmas trees. Their trees had a very different look. White lights, first candles and then electric strings of lights, lit up the tree. Swedish or Norwegian flags would be attached to ribbons and hung from the top of the tree to the bottom. Straw ornaments in the shapes of stars, angels, or intricate designs were the most popular. Tole painting on wood often on a piece of wood in the shape of a heart could also be found hanging on the tree.

The people of Norway each year since 1947 have given a Norwegian Spruce to the people of London in gratitude for their support in helping to protect Norway during World War II. The tree is usually 50 feet tall and 50-60 years old. It is displayed in Trafalgar Square in London with a very impressive lighting ceremony that is still well attended after all these years.

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In addition to bringing a distinctly Christmas fragrance to homes, real holiday trees support a sustainable industry that plants more than two trees for every tree that is cut down, according to the Wisconsin Christmas Tree Producers Association.

Here are some facts to consider from the Wisconsin Christmas Tree Producers Association.

• Christmas trees are grown as a crop for you, just like pumpkins and flowers.

• Christmas tree farming is sustainable: two to three trees are planted for every one that is cut.

• Trees are locally grown, keeping money in the local economy.

• Tree farming provides local jobs each year (planting, digging, re-planting, shearing, mowing, harvesting, delivery, sales, machine maintenance, wreath making, office personnel).

• Tree farms provide green space and habitat for wildlife.

These farms are maintained in an early succession forest with young trees and plenty of ground covers. This provides habitat for deer and bear, ground birds such as turkey and quail, rodents, which bring in predators such as hawks, foxes, and bobcats, and flowering plants that help feed butterflies, bees and all manner of insects.

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• Real trees are good for us.

They utilize carbon dioxide, produce oxygen, recyclable through decomposition.

Christmas trees have taken on new looks. Today themed trees with ornaments all of one color or one type – such as all snowmen, angels or Santas ­– are popular. Victorian trees are also common.

For many, trees are a combination of ornaments from the past and present. We add new ones to the tree but continue to hold onto Grandma’s glass ornament from Germany, the ones we purchased while on vacation, the ornaments given to children and those special ornaments made by our children.

Whatever the customs and traditions, Christmas trees are a fragrant reminder of the season.

• Celebrating the holiday season with a real Christmas tree is a long-standing tradition. In 1856, Franklin Pierce, our 14th President, brought the first Christmas tree into the White House.

Here’s a look at two of the area’s Christmas tree providers:

Country Side Trees W7015 N. Walworth Road, Walworth. (262) 275-5105. www.countrysidetreeswi.com.

Cut your own trees or purchase freshly cut trees, freshly made wreaths and garlands available. Open until Dec. 24.

Weekday hours Monday through Friday 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Choose from white pines, scotch pines, blue spruce, Frasier fir and Norway pines. Assistance is available through the Upper Midwest

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Picking out a Christmas tree is a group outing for many families that is steeped in tradition and family fun.

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There will be a bake sale on Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Special adoption events featuring dogs from Lakeland Animal Shelter will be held on Dec. 9 and 10.

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On Holy Hill Road just west of St. John’s Church, Twin Lakes, (262) 8772797 or (262) 877-2344.

Bob Livingston of T.P. Trees welcomes all to choose one of their freshly cut trees from an array of Frasier firs, balsam or white pine trees. He advises that Frasier firs are the “Cadillac of Christmas Trees” due to fragrance and needle retention. Balsam is also very fragrant and has a flat needle.

White Pine is a basic lumber tree, which also works well as a Christmas tree if you have lightweight ornaments. Scotch pines with long needles are also available.

T.P. Pines will help load trees into vehicles or provide delivery within 10 miles. Prices vary depending on type of tree and size. It is open from 3 to 7 p.m.

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This holiday season four local libraries have joined forces to bring folk and Americana recording artists Bettman and Halpin to the area for a one-night family concert at 7 p.m. Dec. 13.

The show will be presented at the Riviera Ballroom in Lake Geneva, and will feature Bettman & Halpin’s signature bluegrass- and roots-inspired compositions, ballads with soaring vocals and heartfelt lyrics, and groovy feelgood songs. Interspersed between these songs and instrumentals, they tell stories. They have become as known for their storytelling and playful banter as well as for their songwriting and instrumental wizardry.

The concert is free and open to everyone. No tickets or reservations are required.

Parking is free in Lake Geneva during the winter months. The program is made possible by the Friends groups of the Aram Public Library in Delavan, the Barrett Memorial Library in Williams Bay, the Lake Geneva Public Library and the Matheson Memorial Library in Elkhorn, and support from the City of Lake Geneva.

More information can be obtained by contacting Emily Kornak at 262-249-5283 or ekornak@lakegeneva.lib. wi.us.

Folk and Americana recording artists Bettman and Halpin will perform a one-night family concert at 7 p.m.

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Here’s a brief listing of some of this year’s holiday activities at the Grand Geneva: • Vote in the annual Gingerbread House Competition: The display of amateur and professional gingerbread houses is a spectacular sight to see.

• Ride the Trolley Tour of Lights: Hop aboard Grand Geneva’s trolley for a tour around the resort to see all the decorations, including a 12 Days of Christmas sing along.

• Eat Breakfast with Santa: Don’t forget your Christmas wish list when you visit for our traditional buffet breakfast with Santa, every Saturday and Sunday between Thanksgiving and Christmas • Sip Afternoon Holiday Tea: Bring your friends and enjoy a traditional afternoon holiday tea with house-made pastries, finger sandwiches and variety of teas.

• Watch the Elf Mail Run: After writing a letter to Santa, drop it off in the magical mailbox and watch the elves collect the mail so it can be delivered to the North Pole.

Visit grandgeneva.com/christmas for more information.

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From top photo: With more than 2 million lights on display both inside and out at the resort, visitors will encounter many photo-worthy opportunities.

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For that special man in your life, this beautiful Citizen watch is sure to please. It is available at the Jewelry Center in Burlington.

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Staller Estate Winery offers a variety of great tasting wines that are produced on site. The vineyard keeps increasing in size each year through careful tending by the Stallers. Their locally produced wines make a great host/hostess gift or consider a variety of bottles as a Christmas gift.

Their special ice wine is produced by allowing the grapes to remain on the vines until after freezing temperatures arrive. Then they are harvested and quickly processed into wine. The longer time on the vine and the freezing produces juice that is exceptionally sweet and makes a wonderful dessert wine.

Staller offers a variety of cute wine holders to match the interests of the person on your list. Consider an airplane, a car or other unique designs to hold a gift bottle of wine.

Wine always tastes better in beautiful glasses. The hand-painted wine glasses will add a festive look.

Gift certificates are available.

The winery is a fun place to shop as you can take a tour of the winery and sample some of the wine to be sure you are purchasing the right bottle for that special person.

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Founded about 25 years ago

by Julie Cyra, West 20 Ranch and Saddle Company has grown to the largest in the area. Cyra raises and sells top quality horses, saddles, tack, western clothing, boots and anything that is equestrian-related.

Saddle fitting is their specialty and the saddles they carry are all American made. This is the place to go for a perfect fitting.

Looking for boots? Whether it is durable everyday boots or fancy dress up boots, you are sure to find the style desired among West 20’s large selection.

Top quality western-style clothing for men and women is always available. Decorative western items can be found throughout the store along with belt buckles and western style jewelry.

For anything for the horse lover on your list, West 20 Ranch is onestop shopping. If you aren’t certain what to purchase, a gift card is always a good choice.

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Any horse riding man or woman would love this elegant new saddle to be found under their Christmas tree. A variety of custom-fit saddles are available at West 20 Ranch and Saddle Company.

The holidays are always a hectic time of year. It is a time to consider a visit to Mia Faccia for yourself or for a gift to relax away the tensions that build over the holidays. A gift certificate for a particular service or a day of spa services would be a welcome gift.

Mia Faccia offers hair styling, hair coloring, manicures, pedicures, facials, and massages.

The salon has

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These hand-painted glasses by Sandra Ginner add a festive note to any holiday gathering.

They are available at Staller Estate Winery.

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Located in downtown Burlington, this jewelry store offers a variety of fine gift products for that special someone on your list.

Quality watches for the man or woman on your list include brands such as Citizen and Movado.

A variety of earrings, pendants and bracelets with

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precious or semi-precious stones make an elegant gift.

Popular jewelry such as Pandora and Alex and Ani offer contemporary choices at moderate prices.

While in the store take the time to shop the estate jewelry on display. There may be the perfect gift for the antique lover in this ever-changing display.

And lastly, if this is the year for that diamond engagement ring, the large variety of styles and sizes will ensure that you will pick out one that will be cherished. Their designers will also work with you to design that special ring.

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The General Store at Lake Lawn Resort is a diverse gift shop that offers a variety of items for those on your gift list.

A variety of games and stuffed animals are perfect for the children on your list. A special line of extra soft stuffed animals and socks and shawls

are named the Giving Line and are for those who need a little extra tender loving care in their life. These top quality soft and snuggly items are perfect for someone who is recovering from an illness or suffering grief. But they are so comforting anyone would enjoy them.

At this time of year host or hostess gifts are often on a shopping list. A variety of wines in gift packaging are ready for your purchase.

Minnetonka moccasins are a traditional favorite in the area.

The General Store carries a line of Minnetonka moccasins from plain to fancy, including boots for men and women.

In addition to the many gift items in the General Store, don’t forget about the many services available at the resort that would make wonderful gifts such as a gift card for the spa. Pick out a particular service such as a hairstyling, manicure, pedicure, facial or massage or just decide on an amount and let the recipient decide on the service.

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The gift of good food

A gift card to a great restaurant is always appreciated whether it is a fine dining establishment for a romantic dinner or a casual pub to enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

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An appropriate gift for the person on your list who is both a golf and wine enthusiast is this whimsical wine holder. Add a bottle of Staller wine for the complete gift.

Caravelle Lighting is a complete lighting store where 80 brands of light fixtures and lamps are sold. Many of their lamps are perfect for Christmas giving. From popular Tiffany-styled lamps to more contemporary styles there is sure to be a lamp that pleases and will add a special look to the recipient’s home.

Their whimsical stained glass lamps are perfect as an accent piece. They have several butterfly lamps that are perfect for nature lovers.

Sports-themed lamps such as the fisherman lamp or the bicyclist lamp will make a great gift for the sports enthusiast.

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For the tea lover, this unique teapot is from the 1940s and represents a thatch roof house as was popular in England in the1800s. It is among the gifts available at The Shy Violet.

For the antique lovers on your list, a visit to the Shy Violet will lead to a load of gift ideas. This multi-vendor shop has a variety of items – from antique estate jewelry to crystal vases, antique toys and everything in between.

With the variety of vendors the products change regularly.

This three-floor shop offers a selection of antique furniture on the second floor. You may find an antique end table or lamp just perfect for someone on your list.

Antique children’s toys are found in several of the booths.

Consider some of the toys that you enjoyed as a child for your children or grandchildren to enjoy.

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These dressy short, red boots decorated with buttons and fringe are among the many boots available at West 20 Ranch and Saddle Company.

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Rob Keefe, of Lake Geneva, holds up his bassoon for audience to see during the family concert. Above, Members of the Lake Geneva Middle School Orchestra perform before the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra during a concert in October.

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Symphony uses school concert to reach out to the young

by Tom Ganser hile live performances of the classics have defined the Lake CORRESPONDENT Geneva Symphony Orchestra for most of its existence, the group’s mission is more than concerts.

“The Lake Geneva Symphony views its mission to extend beyond bringing live orchestral music to Walworth County,” said Rob Keefe, president of the LGSO. “We are trying to create a culture of music and the arts in our community.

“This starts with our kids.”

Keefe is a Lake Geneva resident and bassoonist with the orchestra.

“With children selecting a musical instrument in fifth grade, the years between 10 and 13 are crucial in cementing instrumental music in a child’s life, and, through them, the rest of the family,” he said.

“We have made outreach to this crucial age group a key part of our season, beginning with the family concert and including our school days performances, and our new program to provide scholarships to defray the cost of private lessons for beginning learners.”

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Orchestra member Lori Meyer plays her cello during a special school concert designed to acquaint children with classical music.

Going to music school

The orchestra presented a family concert at Lake Geneva Middle School in October that included children. The concert also served as an adventure in learning about music led by LGSO music director David Anderson.

The orchestra began its concert with

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Children are able to view and try out instruments during the “instrument petting zoo” that was part of the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra’s family concert Oct. 6 at Lake Geneva Middle School.

“Hungarian Dance No. 6” by Johannes Brahms.

Anderson then asked the audience members to raise their hands if they had never heard a symphony orchestra in a live performance before.

“We’re going to talk about a couple different kinds of music,” he said. “Two pieces will be of one kind of music and two pieces of other kind of music.”

In describing the Brahms selection as an example of the first kind of music, Anderson said, “The music is about … just music. It doesn’t have any kind of a story going on. It’s not

about a person.

“You probably developed some strong emotions. This is one of the good things that music does. It makes you feel certain ways, but there was actually no story behind the music.”

Anderson introduced the four sections of the orchestra by having each section play the same few measures of the “Imperial March” from “Star Wars” by John Williams, and asking the musicians to hold up their instrument.

He also described how sound is created by the different instruments, starting with how violin, viola, cello and bass musicians move a bow

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across the strings to make a sound.

The percussion section musicians “have sticks and they bang them on drums and sometimes they crash things together. … All kinds of things in the percussion section,” he said.

The woodwind and brass musicians “blow wind through their instruments” as they “use air to make their sounds,” he said.

Before performing the “Imperial March,” Anderson shared, “This (other) kind of music is about a story or an idea or a person.”

Anderson introduced an excerpt from Symphony No. 3 on the organ

by Camille Saint-Saëns by singing a

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few notes as “Lu” and asking the audience to repeat the notes. The strings then played the same notes, adding several more complex variations and were then joined by the entire orchestra. Anderson used the exercise to demonstrate how a musical composition can be built.

The Saint-Saëns, Anderson said, “is an example of the first kind of music, like the Brahms. It’s not about a story, it doesn’t have a person in this story. It’s about music.”

‘Peter and the Wolf’

The LGSO concert ended with a performance of “Peter and the Wolf” by Sergei Prokofiev.

Simon Johnson, a freshman at Madison West High School, served as narrator and introduced the composition as “a musical story where every character is represented by a different instrument in the orchestra.”

Ever since its composition in 1936, “Peter and the Wolf” has helped children learn about a symphonic orchestra. On Mar. 6, 1960, at a New York Philharmonic Young People’s Concert, Leonard Bernstein described “Peter and the Wolf” as having “plenty of youngness …

It’s about the young, and it’s for the young.”

Lori Meyer, a cello player with the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra since 2017 and an elementary and middle school orchestra teacher, said, “Peter and the Wolf is a fairy tale story that magically introduces the orchestra to young people. Generations of adults also remember the music.”

After the concert, the children in the audience had the opportunity to visit an “instrument petting zoo” where, Anderson said, “You’re going to get a chance to look at instruments up close. You will see them played. For some of the instruments, you will even be able to play them yourself.”

The orchestra’s next full concert is a performance of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony on March 16 at the Young Auditorium on the campus of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.

A chamber orchestra performance is scheduled for Jan. 20 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 700 Bloomfield Rd., Lake Geneva.

Tickets can be purchased and more information about the LGSO concert and chamber music series found at lakegenevaorchestra.org.

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Renovated theater reopens

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This rendering shows the exterior of the former Showboat movie theater in the Town of Lyons as it now appears under the ownership of Emagine Entertainment.

MICHIGAN FIRM EXPANDS FORMER SHOWBOAT SITE Emagine Entertainment Inc., of Troy, Mich., opened the expanded and renovated former Showboat Theater in Lake Geneva earlier this year.

Emagine Geneva Lakes is at 2565 Highway 120 in the Town of Lyons.

The 35,000-square-foot theatre features 646 seats in eight auditoriums. Select auditoriums are equipped with Christie 4K DLP Digital Cinema projectors and Dolby Atmos immersive sound systems, according to Emagine.

The theater was renovated with upscale décor and includes a full-service bar with hand-crafted cocktails, a concession menu featuring expanded food choices, powered reclining chairs separated by seven feet of row spacing and a front row of “cuddle” chairs.

All auditoriums are handicap accessible and equipped with assistive devices for seeing- and hearing-impaired guests.

The theater has a three-season beer garden featuring 12 draft beers.

“We are thrilled to be bringing the Emagine movie-going experience to the Geneva Lakes community and to the Town of Lyons, in particular,” said Paul Glantz, Emagine Entertainment chairman. “The town officials have been extraordinarily supportive as we have pursued redevelopment of the former Showboat theatre.

Our promise is to provide movie-goers with an exemplary experience from the time they walk through the front door.

“From the moment you enter the state-ofthe-art entertainment venue, you will discern the difference. We are building movie theatres that compel guests to leave their homes to be entertained.”

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• Luxury chairs – All auditoriums at Emagine Geneva Lakes feature luxury powered reclining chairs and Emagine’s proprietary cuddle chairs to ensure optimal guest comfort; • Reserved seats – For guest convenience and comfort, Emagine offers reserved seating. Guests may purchase tickets online or on Emagine’s app available on Google Play or iOS App Store, and choose their seat for the show. Tickets at Emagine Geneva Lakes range in price from $6 to $10; • Stadium seating – All eight auditoriums feature stadium seating to provide the best and most comfortable movie-watching experience.

Every seat offers an unobstructed view of the screen; • Dolby Digital 7.1 surround sound, and several of the auditoriums are equipped with Christie 4K DLP Digital Cinema projectors; • Theatre bar and outdoor beer garden – A full-service bar with hand-crafted cocktails, wine and beer on tap including local selections from Milwaukee Brewing Co., New Glarus’ Spotted Cow and Lake Geneva Brewing will be available with service to each guest’s reserved seat; • Handcrafted pizzas – Guests can enjoy all their favorite movie concessions or try one of Emagine’s handcrafted pizzas made on-site in its stone oven; • Self-serve Coke freestyle machine – Guests may choose from more than 100 flavors or grab a slushy drink for the same price as a soft drink; • Specialty popcorn and cheese curds – Emagine Geneva Lakes features a variety of popcorn – caramel, cheddar, and OlivEpop, as well as Wisconsin cheese curds; • Birthday parties and private theatre rentals; • All theatres are handicap accessible and equipped with hearing-impaired listening devices.

Tickets are available at www.emagineentertainment.com under locations.

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Holiday Happenings Here’s a listing of holiday-related events that are slated throughout the Geneva Lakes area this month:

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Mrs. Santa’s Pantry, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Community Baptist Church, 35512 Washington Ave., Honey Creek. Christmas cookies and candies for sale by the pound.

Lunch available for purchase. 262-534-3585

1 Waterford’s Wonderland Parade

and Tree Lighting, 5:30 p.m., Main Street.

1 Christmas Comes to Union Grove in

downtown. Annual event includes a cookie walk, breakfast with Santa, Christmas tree sale and more. www.uniongrovechamber.org

1 Union Grove’s Holiday Craft Fair,

9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Union Grove Elementary School, 1845 Main St. Crafts, art, gifts, potted plants, wreaths, live entertainment, kids activities, pictures with Santa and more. 262891-3477

1 East Troy Railroad’s Santa Parade Train. The train departs from Mukwonago’s Midnight Magic celebration and makes its way to downtown East Troy for the Santa on the Square festivities on the Village Square. easttroy.org 1 Midnight Magic, 10 a.m. to midnight.

Old-fashioned Christmas celebration with a village-wide festival featuring pictures with Santa, an indoor crafter marketplace, shopping, parade, fireworks, holiday entertainment, horse drawn carriage rides and more. www.mukwonagochamber.org

1 Annual Reindeer Run at Sunset

Park, Elkhorn, 9 a.m., sponsored by the Elkhorn Recreation Department and Elkhorn Running Club with all proceeds going toward a Park Dedication Fund to replace outdated equipment. All participants will receive a Reindeer Run T-shirt, goodie bag and refreshments. Medals will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each age category, and fastest male and female overall. Prizes will be awarded for best holiday outfit. $20 if registered prior to Oct. 27, $25 if registered after Oct. 27, $30 on the day of the race. http://runsignup.com and search “Elkhorn Reindeer Run.” 262-7415114

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Reindeer and their handlers will be a common site at local parades and events during the holiday season.

1 Annual Holiday Cookie Sale,

10 a.m. until noon or sold out, First Congregational Church, 76 S. Wisconsin St., Elkhorn – stock up on an assortment of holiday cookies. 262-723-3246.

1 Brown Swiss Cattle Sale, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. walworthcountyfair.com 262-7233228.

1 Annual Christmas Card Town Parade – 1:30 p.m., downtown Elkhorn.

Bundle up the family and grab a spot downtown to see Christmas-decorated floats, novelty acts, music, animals, and of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus. 262-723-5788 or info@elkhornchamber.com 6 Jazz Education Network will host a reading of Big Band, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the University Center Down Under Just bring an instrument and jazz enthusiasm. Free and open to the public.

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7 and 8 Trees on Parade and holiday shopping at St. John’s Community Center, 701 N. Lake Ave., Twin Lakes. Crafters, vendors, tree decorating contest, gingerbread house contest, Kids Korner and visits from Santa. 262-877-2220 16 Burlington Ice Festival, 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Wehmhoff Square Park, 355 N. Pine St. Ice sculpting, horse-drawn wagon rides and more. 262-342-1161 24

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Cruisin’ to the North Pole COURTESY OF GAGE MARINE Spirit of Geneva Lakes

Santa Cruise on Geneva Lake is a magical trip Photo above: The Santa Cruise culminates with a visit to the “North Pole” where Santa emerges from his workshop to read the names of the children onboard.

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t’s the time of year that lighted displays line the shores of Geneva Lake and the cruise ships Lady of the Lake and the Grande Belle are dressed in an array of multicolored lights waiting to carry children of all ages on a magical cruise to Santa’s “North Pole” hideaway.

The journey begins at Lake Geneva Cruise Line’s Winter Harbor at 1 Liechty Dr., Williams Bay, where the decorated boat will be waiting for all the children and their families to board.

Cruises depart daily (with the exception of Dec. 24 and 25). The first cruise each day is typically scheduled to depart at 4:30 p.m., but times vary depending on the day of the week.

When the boat pulls from the pier and begins the journey the attention of all the passengers is focused on the illuminated light displays along the shore as the story of the voyage to the “North Pole” begins. Through a combination of music and narration, the journey continues as the captain and crew lead the way.

The Santa Cruise is the among Lake Geneva Cruise Line’s popular cruises on Geneva Lake.

The idea for the Santa Cruise came from Bill Gage, owner of the cruise line, who had seen SPIRIT of GENEVA LAKES

another version of the Santa Cruise while in Idaho. He realized the Santa Cruise would work well on Geneva Lake and could be even more exciting.

Warm and dry The boats are comfortable, with an enclosed level on each where cruisers can stay warm and toasty as they make the journey. On the Lady of the Lake, the lower level is enclosed and heated, assuring that everyone will be warm no matter what the outdoor temperature. On The Grand Belle, it is the Upper level that is enclosed and heated.

Passengers are free to move back and forth throughout the boat – dipping into the frigid air and retreating to the heated cabin.

There are a variety of displays with several different holiday themes leading up to the North Pole.

When the boat finally reaches Santa’s little home, he appears in the doorway with his list in hand. You know that list that all children worry about. Are they on the naughty or nice list? Can they expect Santa to leave them any Christmas gifts or will it be coal in their stockings?

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During the trip there are also activities for the children to enjoy. Hot chocolate, other beverages and some snacks are sold on the cruise as well as beverages for the parents.

The trip goes on no matter the weather.

The group spoke of one cruise that took place in a snowstorm The cruise lasts for about 40 minutes, long enough to be interesting but not too long for children to lose interest.

The cruise leaves at 4:30 pm each day with three tours held during the week. On Fridays and Saturdays the boats depart hourly between 4:30 and 8:30 p.m. Four departures are offered on Sundays. Check the Santacruiselakegeneva.com website for times and pricing.

Dinner packages, which include a meal at Pier 290, are also available.

Special adults-only cruises are offered at 8:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. It’s just what it sounds like – enjoy a Santa Cruise in the confines of a boat full of adults during the last cruise of the night. On Dec. 21 and 29 the adult cruise will feature a special Naughty or Nice Tour with John Ludy to sing holiday songs with a little “give and take” from the crowd.

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Lake Geneva Cruise Line’s Lady of the Lake is decked out for the holiday season that includes the daily Santa Cruises.

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Gage Marine, the parent company of the Lake Geneva Cruise Line, plans to support the cause with a donation of at least $50,000.

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