December 2021 Spirit

Vol . 33 No. 12

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December events calendar................................................4 Lighting up the holidays...........................................5 Finding the perfect Christmas tree...................................... 11

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Geneva Lakes holiday gift guide..................................21

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The East Troy Lights Holiday display captured the fancy of this woman and her canine companion in 2020.

The photo won second place in a contest sponsored by the East Troy Chamber of Commerce. Light displays such as this will be glowing brightly throughout the holiday season in the area.

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Editor’s note: With uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic and its potential to disrupt events throughout the area, readers are advised to call ahead to verify dates and times.

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competition – Storefronts throughout downtown Lake Geneva will create dazzling displays of holiday fun. This year’s theme is: “Its a Wonderful Lake Life!” Voting takes place in the stores and continues through Dec. 17 in several categories: Best interpretation of the theme; Best overall display; Best use of merchandise or product; Most creative and original. Winners will be announced the week of Dec. 20.

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Christmas at the Belfry Theatre with Chicago Rewind – Chicago Rewired, a Chicago tribute band, brings all the greatest Christmas hits to the stage Belfry stage playing all of Chicago’s timeless hits and Christmas season classics. Tickets are $52 to $74. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. and events begin at 7 p.m. Tickets and additional information at belfrymusictheatre.com.

3 Annual Elkhorn Christmas Tree

Lighting – Experience the small town comfort and joy of the holiday season in Elkhorn on Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. as the community ignites the town’s Christmas spirit at the Tree Lighting while Santa Claus and a special guest helper wave a wand to magically light the tree in the downtown square.

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Lake Geneva Electric Christmas Parade – The 46th annual parade: “Christmas Classics: Movies, Music and Stories” will step off in downtown Lake Geneva at 5 p.m. The annual event is a joyful celebration of the season in colorful, lightfilled units that travel down Broad and Main Streets.

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Elkhorn’s Christmas Card Town Parade, 1:30 p.m. – Bundle up the family and grab a spot downtown to watch the annual Christmas Card Town Parade.

Features decorated Christmas floats, novelty acts, music, animals, and Santa and Mrs. Claus.

5, 12, 19 Visit Santa on the streets of Lake Geneva – Dec. 5: Christmas Jazz and Santa at the Bottle Shop, 617 W. Main St., 1-4 p.m. Dec. 12: Santa and Reindeer at Topsy Turvy Brewery, 727 Geneva St., 1-4 p.m. Dec. 19: Victorian Christmas at the Baker House, 327 Wrigley Dr., 1-4 p.m.

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Grand Yuletide Christmas Day Brunch at Lake Lawn Resort – Christmas Day Champagne Brunch in the Geneva Ballroom to toast to the season and celebrate with family and friends. Adults $60, Children 4-12 years $22. Prices include service charge and sales tax. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2400 E. Geneva St., Delavan.

31 New Year’s Eve Celebration at Riviera Ballroom – The City of Lake Geneva hosts a New Year’s Eve celebration on the lakefront, 812 Wrigley Dr., Lake Geneva.

Ring in the New Year dancing to the sounds of the Swing Nouveau Orchestra while benefitting Lake Geneva Rotary Club and the future Never Say Never Playland. Tickets are $75 per person and include appetizers and dinner catered by Celebration on Wells.

Ongoing events Lake Geneva Cruise Line Santa Cruise ­– Embark on a magical Christmas boat cruise to Santa’s Hideaway! Along the 40-minute lake tour passengers will view lighted displays that unfold the story of your journey. Tours run Wednesday to Sunday; no tours Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Tickets range from $20 to $28 for adults and $9 to $18 for children (ages 4-17).

Tours depart from Pier 290, 1 Liechty Drive, Williams Bay. Visit santacruiselakegeneva. com for tickets and information.

Tristan Crist Magic Theater – 609 W. Main St., Lake Geneva. One of a kind performer that wows audiences with, jawdropping illusions and gut-wrenching escapes! For show dates and times call 262248-0505 or visit www.lakegenevamagic. com.

Dancing Horses Show – at The Dancing Horses Theatre, 5065 Highway 50, Delavan.

This dazzling spectacle features an array of horse breeds that perform alongside their trainers in this cavalcade of equestrian artistry. Visually stunning, and performed in a state-of-the-art, 300-seat theatre. For show dates, ticket prices and additional information call (262) 728-8200, or visit thedancinghorses.com The calendar of events is compiled from a variety of sources including area chambers of commerce and the Walworth County Visitors Bureau, and contains events available as of press time. Events, dates and times may change or events may be canceled. We suggest you visit verify event times, dates and locations prior to making travel plans.

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by Sandra s the holidays approach of the holidays.The we begin to see Landen Machaj beauty of the multidecorations appearing colored lights CORRESPONDENT everywhere including bright displayed in a variety displays of lights. of ways – whether in tunnels of Whether soft white light or multicolored, color or in the shapes of animals or more lights adorning Christmas trees, homes, and traditional holiday scenes – elicits smiles businesses cast a festive and familiar glow. and brings out the spirit of the holidays.

While outdoor lights have long been Here are a few of the local light displays enjoyed, it seems more holiday lights in the Geneva Lakes area that are worth events were created last year to add to the visiting as we enter the holiday season: Christmas spirit after many activities were Let It Glow curtailed because of COVID-19. Outdoor Last year with families isolated because light displays replaced some indoor of the pandemic, the community was in activities to give people a safe alternative while still allowing everyone to feel the joy need of a happy holiday event that allowed

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The Elkhorn Chamber of Commerce working with the Walworth Community Food Pantry and the United Way of Walworth County put together an exciting community event to bring joy and the holiday spirit to Elkhorn.

They created Let It Glow at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, a drive-thru a holiday light display complete with Santa that was embraced by the community.

“It was a one-day event meant to bring joy to the community,” said Kate Abbe, Partner Engagement in Marketing for the Elkhorn Chamber of Commerce. “Last year, because of COVID, we were unable to hold our usual visit with Santa at the library. With the help of the business community we were able to pull this event off. There were so many automobiles filled with families waiting to ride through the exhibit that many had to wait too long.”

This year Let It Glow will be expanded to three days and held Dec. 3-5. There will be an expanded light display, which will once again be put up by the Chamber of Commerce and community members.

On Friday, Dec. 3, there will be a drivethru where families can enjoy the whimsical light display, and a ride down Balsam Drive to view the lighted Christmas trees. The trees are decorated by local business and volunteers.

Santa will also make an appearance. The hours are 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 4, the drive-thru will be held between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m.

On Sunday Dec. 5, visitors can walk through the display and even visit with Santa in the log cabin. A goody bag will be distributed to the first 500 visitors.

There is no charge to enjoy this community event but donations are appreciated. The Walworth County Fairgrounds are at 422 E. Court St., Elkhorn.

Christmas in the Country

For 27 years, the Grand Geneva Resort has put on a spectacular light celebration.

Beginning Monday Nov. 22, the 2 million lights that shine on the Grand Geneva property will be lit daily through Dec. 30.

The annual light festival began with the lighting of the Christmas tree followed by a fireworks display.

Along Grand Geneva Way the light display celebrates the 12 days of Christmas. Each year visitors have a choice of driving the route to enjoy the lights or to take the trolley from the front of the Grand Geneva Resort.

This year, however, the trolley option is only offered to registered guests staying on the property because of COVID-19. The trolleys leave hourly at 5, 6, 7, and 8 p.m.

Reservations are required and can be booked

opposite: Welcome to Pier 290 and the entrance to the Santa Clause Cruise. Visitors will meander through a wonderland of Christmas trees before boarding the boat to enjoy the Santa Cruise. from top: One of the whimsical lighted displays along the shore of Geneva Lake, the elves and bears enjoying time together. The Grand Belle, decorated with large array of holiday lights, is prepared for the Santa Cruise.

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The 12 days of Christmas is among the favorites along Grand Geneva’s drive-through holiday light display.

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by calling 262-248-8811. There is no charge for the trolley. The trolley is heated and enclosed for visitors’ comfort.

Local residents and visitors are free to drive from Highway 50 up Grand Geneva Way and enjoy the illuminations.

In addition, the Gingerbread walk will be open to visitors from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily for residents of the resort and from Sunday to Thursday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. for residents of the community.

People are welcome to enjoy the unique and artistic gingerbread homes completed by the community and entered into a competition.

Grand Geneva Resort is at 70236 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva. Phone 262-248-8811 for reservations or information.

The Santa Cruise

Imagine taking a cruise on Geneva Lake during the holiday season on a boat decorated with Christmas wreaths and holiday lights. A cruise that is focused on children and holiday spirit.

Children are sure to be amazed and excited especially when the boat passes Santa’s Hideaway, Santa himself reads the names of all the children who have been good and are on the nice list.

The cruise, which leaves from Pier 290 in Williams Bay, is 40 minutes long and meanders along a lakeshore decorated with Christmas scenes colorfully illuminated with holiday lights. Each scene is unique – from Santa to a colorful dolphin flipping its tail.

Prior to boarding, participants will walk through a wonderland of decorated trees. These trees are decorated in honor of the Santa Cause charities. These are local charities that benefit from monies raised by the Santa Cause Charities. This indoor wonderland consists of trees decorated to appeal to all ages. There is a cash

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Tickets can be purchased online at santacruiselakegeneva.com.

Cruises are offered from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for seniors, and $9 for children older than 3.

There is also an adult-only cruise with live music on Saturday night at 9 p.m. Tickets are $28 for adults and $26 for seniors (65+).

The Santa Cruise leaves from Gage Marine Pier 290, 1 Liechty Drive, Williams Bay.

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East Troy Lights

A special holiday light show will beam on the East Troy Square when their second annual light show begins on Dec. 4 and continues to light up the square through Dec. 31.

The entire square will sparkle with the interactive program of lights shining in synch with the playing of favorite Christmas Carols while one walks through the square. Visitors may also drive around the square with their radio tuned to 90.9 FM to enjoy the performance.

The light shows will be held at 5, 6, 7, and 8 p.m. nightly.

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0pposite: A tradition in East Troy is the arrival of Santa on the East Troy Electric Railroad car prior to the lighting of the village Christmas tree; from top: Visitors marvel at the many gingerbread houses – made by East Troy Chamber of professionals and amateurs – on display at the Grand Geneva during the annual Christmas in the Country Commerce. celebration; This brightly lighted truck embodies the spirit of the Lake Geneva Electric Parade as it makes its way down the parade route.

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HOLIDAY PARADES In addition to light shows holiday parades also bring out the Christmas. Here are a few of the parades to consider attending to foster that holiday spirit:

Marshall streets. The route will continue down Williams to Broad Street, then south to Main Street.

Burlington Christmas Parade

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The Burlington Christmas Parade will step off Friday, Dec. 3, at 6:50 p.m. This year will be the 39th annual parade and will be themed “Frozen Fantasy Christmas.” The parade will wind down Pine Street in downtown Burlington.

The Christmas tree lighting will occur in Wehmhoff Square Park after the parade. Door County Sled Dogs will be in the park along with carolers, cookies, and music for all to enjoy. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be in the chalet to listen to the children’s wish lists.

On Dec. 4 the city of Lake Geneva will host its 46th annual “electric” parade. This year’s theme will be “Christmas Classics, Movies, Music and Stories” and the lighted floats will reflect the theme.

The parade will begin at 5 p.m. at the corner of Williams and

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Area tree farms assist with a holiday tradition One of the most iconic and enduring symbols of the holiday season is the Christmas tree.

For many people, picking out the perfect tree is a daylong event that is rooted in tradition and family fun.

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.

Today’s trees take on many shapes, sizes, colors and themes with different arrays of lights and ornaments that are limited only by the imagination.

For many people, only freshly cut pines, spruces, balsams and firs – the trees that bring a distinctive pine scent to your home – will do.

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

Here are four area tree farms that are members of the Wisconsin Christmas Tree Producers Association:

Evergreen Acres

N9171 Nelson Rd., East Troy 262-495-4502 www.evergreenacresllc.com Family owned and operated by Ann and Bob Fecht since 1975, Evergreen offers 33 acres of pine, spruce, and fir trees where you can choose and cut your own or pre-cut trees.

Shaking and baling your tree is available as well.

Visit the heated barn where you will find a great selection of trees, handmade wreaths, garlands, swags, arches, crosses, and candy canes from fresh cut greens are available. Enjoy complimentary cocoa and cider.

Open through Christmas Eve from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Cash and checks are accepted. Bring your own saw or use theirs. No chain saws allowed.

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, blue spruce, Frasier fir and Norway pines.

Valley View Tree Farm

N6447 Church Rd Burlington 262-767-1177 Features cut-your-own trees including balsam fir, scotch pine, white pine, Colorado blue spruce, white spruce; and a variety

W798 Valley View Rd., Burlington 262-210-7235 or 262-534-7234 Offers choose and cut your own trees or pre-cut lot featuring pine, spruce and fir trees. Free bailing and shaking is provided.

Wreaths, garlands, swags, centerpieces are also available.

Cut-your-own fields are open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Pre-cut lot and gift shop are open 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Open through Dec. 12.

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Keeping your tree fresh What

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Maintaining a high moisture l evel in the tree is the single most important factor in reducing needle loss and keeping the tree fresh. This is accomplished primarily through the use of waterholding stands and maintaining the water level in the stand above the base of the tree.

Every year there are many articles written concerning the handling and care of Christmas trees.

Unfortunately, they often contain erroneous information.

The following research-based guidelines will help you to maintain the freshness and aroma of your live Christmas tree this holiday season.

• Use a tree stand with an adequate water-holding capacity. A tree stand should have a water basin that provides 1 quart of water per inch of stem diameter. A cut tree will absorb a surprising amount of water, particularly during the first week, so replenish the water daily.

• The tree stand should fit your tree. Avoid whittling down the sides of the trunk to fit a stand. The outer layers of wood are the most efficient in taking up water and should not be removed.

• If the tree is to be stored more than a couple days before display, it is advisable to place its trunk in water and store it in a cool, shaded and protected area such as an unheated garage.

• If it has been longer than 12 hours since harvest, the trunk should be recut to improve water uptake.

• Cutting off a disk of wood about ¼-inch thick from the base of the trunk is all that is necessary before putting the tree in the stand. Make the cut perpendicular to the stem axis. Don’t cut the trunk at an angle, or into a v-shape, which makes it far more difficult to hold the tree in the stand and also may reduce the amount of water available to the tree.

• Keep displayed trees away from sources of heat. Lowering the room

tree suits you?

Wisconsin Christmas tree farmers can grow a variety of Christmas trees. Balsam fir, spruce and white pine are native to the state and were originally harvested from the natural wild forest.

The following list, provided by the Wisconsin Christmas Tree Producers Association, provides short descriptions of trees that may be available in Wisconsin, either at retail lots or choose and cut farms.

BALSAM FIR: These needles are ¾ to 1½ in. in length and last a very long time. This tree has a darkgreen appearance and retains its pleasing fragrance throughout the Christmas season. temperature will slow the drying process, resulting in less water consumption each day.

• The temperature of the water used to fill the stand is not important and does not affect water uptake.

• Check the stand daily to make sure that the level of water does not go below the base of the tree.

• Drilling a hole in the base of the trunk does not improve water uptake.

• Adding water-holding gels to the stand is not beneficial and they can reduce the amount of water in the stand that is available to the tree.

• Do not use additives in the water, including floral preservatives, commercial tree preservatives, molasses, sugar, bleach, soft drinks, aspirin, honey, and other concoctions.

• Displaying trees in water with proper care is much more effective in reducing fire hazards than spraying trees with flame retardants. Some flame retardants can damage needles and actually increase the rate of moisture loss from trees.

• Monitor your tree for dryness.

Run your fingers across the needles to determine if they are dry and brittle. If the needles break easily or fall off in your hand, the tree is dry and should be remove from the house.

A well-cared-for tree should normally remain fresh at least three to four weeks before drying to an unacceptable level.

This article was written by Ricky M. Bates of the Department of Horticulture at Penn State University.

It is provided here courtesy of the Wisconsin Christmas Tree Producers Association.

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FRASER FIR: The Fraser fir branches turn slightly upward. They have good form and excellent needleretention. They are dark blue-green in color and the needles have a silver underside. They have a pleasant scent, and excellent shipping characteristics as well.

WHITE PINE: The largest pine in the U.S., the white pine has soft, flexible needles and is bluish-green in color. Needles are 2½ - 5 inches long. White pines have good needle retention, but have little aroma. They aren’t recommended for heavy ornaments.

WHITE SPRUCE: The white spruce is excellent

for ornaments; its short, stiff needles are ½ to ¾ in. long and have a blunt tip. They are bluish-green - green in color, but have a bad aroma when needles are crushed. They have excellent foliage color and have a good, natural shape. The needle retention is better in a white spruce than it is among other spruces.

COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE: These sharp

needles are 1 to 1 ½ in. in length. This species is bluish-gray in color. Needles have an unpleasant odor when crushed. This Christmas Tree has good symmetrical form and an attractive blue foliage. It also has good needle retention.

CONCOLOR FIR: These small, narrow needles are around 1 to 1½ in. in length and occur in rows.

They have good foliage color, good needle retention, and a pleasing shape and aroma.

DOUGLAS-FIR: These soft needles are dark green to blue green in color and are approximately 1 to 1 ½ in. in length. Douglas-fir needles radiate in all directions from the branch. When crushed, these needles have a sweet fragrance. They are one of the top major Christmas tree species in the U.S. and are available from some growers in Wisconsin.

SCOTCH PINE: Approximately 1 in. in length, these needles don’t even fall when they’re dry, providing excellent needle retention. The color is a bright green. The most common Christmas tree in the U.S., the scotch pine has an excellent survival rate, is easy to replant, has great durability and will remain fresh throughout the holiday season.

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Dining Directory JONATHAN’S ON BRICK STREET • 116 E. Walworth St., Delavan. 262-725-7715. www.Jonathansonbricksreet.com. Stop in for a warm inviting atmosphere and great food.

Try one of our crafts, spirits and wines. Fish and seafood are always fresh. Delicious mouth watering steaks. Famous Fish Fry on Fridays.

Prime Rib on Saturdays. Live Entertainment on select Fridays. Reservations are required and highly recommended nightly due to COVID restrictions. Hours: Bar opens at 4pm daily.

Dining Mon.-Thurs. 4:30-9pm; Fri. & Sat. 4:3010pm; Sun. 4-8pm.

D, $$$, FF,  ( THE GREEN GROCER AND DELI • 24 W. Geneva St., Williams Bay. 262-245-9077. www.greengrocergenevalake.com Organic grocery store with a deli. Serving sandwiches made with Boars Head meat and cheese, homemade soups, salads and pizzas, wine, beer and cocktails. Dine in, Carryout or delivery. Open 7 days a week. L, D, $-$$  ( LUISA’S • Just off Hwy. 50, 12 mi. east of Lake Geneva. 262-537-4795 Superb Italian & American cuisine. Dine in, carry out, delivery, catering avail., call ahead & will have it hot ready to go. D, $$ 

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EAST TROY BREWERY • 2905 Main St. on the Historic Square, East Troy. 262-6422670. www.etbrew.com 1892 bank turned brewery/restaurant. Craft beer and a great menu. Find us on Facebook. Wed.-Sun. 4-9pm with Brunch Fri-Sun Noon-4pm.

L, D, $$, GF, FF  WATERFRONT PUB & GRILL • 408 State Rd. 50, Delavan. 262-728-4700. www.waterfrontdelavan.com Like us on Facebook and join us on Untappd. Serving fresh salads, wraps, signature sandwiches, juicy burgers, Friday Fish Fry & Saturday Prime Rib. Full wrap around bar with 20 beers on draft and gaming corner. Dine-in, take out and drive-thru available. L, D, $-$$, FF,  CHRIS’ USA • 724 Milwaukee Ave., Burlington.

262-763-9968. Popular Friday Fish Fry. Beer Battered or Baked Cod $9.95 All You Can Eat • Perch Dinner $10.95 • 2 Piece Fish $6.50. $$, FF GINO’S EAST OF CHICAGO • 300 Wrigley Dr., Lake Geneva. 262-248-2525. www.ginoseastlakegeneva.com. Chicago’s original deep dish pizza, Italian sandwiches, salads and entrees. L, D, $-$$

Information is subject to change. Please contact individual restaurant for more information.

Call for Carry Out & Delivery Options LOCAL FOLKS RESTAURANT & PUB • 39601 60th St. (Slades Corners), Burlington.

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B, L, D, $, FF,  SPORTSMAN’S PUB & GRUB • 25313 W. Loomis Rd., Wind Lake. 262-8951055. Beautiful lake view and patio for dining.

Best Prime Rib in town. Well known for our thin crust pizza. Delicious 1/2 lb. burgers. We do a popular hand-breaded Fish Fry. Boat rentals/ launch. Live bait shop on premises.

L, D, $-$$, FF  MARS RESORT • W 4098 S. Shore Dr., Lake Geneva. A classic Wisconsin supper club “nestled on the shores of Lake Como.” Open 7 days a week at 11am. Out of this world ribs and spectacular sunsets! Reserve one our our Igloos on our “Fire and Ice” Deck for a truly unique experience. We created special platters that are sure to please all of our guests. Enjoy our Piano Bar for fun Friday and Saturday nights. Call 262245-5689 today and visit www.mars-resort. com to view our menu. L, D, FF, $$ THE BAKER HOUSE • 327 Wrigley Dr., Lake Geneva. 262-248-4700. Lake side dining in an elegant 1885 Queen Anne Victorian. Full Bar. Sunday Brunch. L, D, $$$, GF,  ( 407052

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The fragrance of Christmas in Wisconsin

When I think of Christmas, I think of by Julie Nunes decorating the Christmas tree with my sisters.

CONTRIBUTOR I can remember from an early age stringing popcorn and cranberries to make garland and sorting through ornaments.

The smell and touch of a real Christmas tree sparks holiday memories like running around a local Christmas tree farm to find the perfect tree. The holidays are a special time for families to celebrate the magic of the season and Wisconsin’s diverse agriculture industry.

Christmas trees play an important part in Wisconsin’s agriculture industry. Wisconsin-cut Christmas trees ranked fourth in the nation for sales in 2019, totaling $23.3 million, and the 181 operations in our state sold more than 785,000 Christmas trees that same year. As of January 2020, there were approximately 7.26 million Christmas trees on Wisconsin horticulture operations to be cut and sold in future years.

I am looking forward to cutting Wisconsin’s first official Christmas tree in mid-November at Hann’s Tree Farm in Oregon, Wisconsin. This family owned operation has 47 acres of trees to choose from and is located within Dane County, which is the host county for the 75th Alice in Dairyland finals.

Fresh Christmas trees are offered at “choose-and-cut” tree farms across the state.

These farms offer families a memorable experience that often becomes a tradition. In addition to finding and cutting down the perfect tree, many farms offer visits with Santa, wagon rides, hot apple cider, and specialty wreaths and bows.

Cutting a fresh Wisconsin Christmas tree from one of Wisconsin’s tree farms allows Wisconsinites to enjoy a real tree and nature’s holiday gift.

Before a Christmas tree finds a home for the holidays, producers have nurtured seedlings to grown trees ready for harvest. For each real Christmas tree harvested, two to three seedlings are planted in its place and, on average, it takes seven to 15 years to grow a Christmas tree.

The most popular Christmas tree varieties grown in Wisconsin are Balsam Fir, Fraser Fir, White Pine and Scotch Pine.

The Balsam Fir is a short-needled tree that is native to Wisconsin and known for its dark-green color and pleasing fragrance.

The Fraser Fir is often referred to as the “Cadillac of trees.”

These trees retain their short needles, are blue-green in color, and have extremely strong branches that turn upward.

If you prefer long-needled pines, the White Pine has soft, long needles that are blue-green color. White Pines are the largest pines in the United States. Although they have good needle retention, they are not recommended for heavy ornaments.

The Scotch Pine is a full, bushy tree with long, stiff needles.

These bright green trees are the most popular pines grown and purchased in Wisconsin. The Scotch Pine has an excellent survival rate, is easy to replant, and will remain fresh throughout the holiday season.

While we often think of Christmas trees around the holidays, they provide many benefits to our environment all year long. These beautiful trees absorb carbon dioxide and, in return, release oxygen

into the air. In fact, one acre of Christmas trees produces the daily oxygen intake for about 18 people.

Additionally, they are often grown on land that would otherwise be subject to erosion if farmed with other crops and, unlike artificial trees, are 100% biodegradable. From bees and butterflies to bears and deer, tree farms are also provide a safe habitat for wildlife, birds, and insects.

Make selecting your tree a family tradition and buy a locally grown tree this season to support your local farmers and economy.

To find one of Wisconsin’s Christmas tree farms near you, visit the Wisconsin Christmas Tree Producers’ website at www. christmastrees-wi.org.

Julia Nunes is serving as the 73rd Alice in Dairyland. As Wisconsin’s agriculture ambassador, her goal is to educate audiences across Wisconsin about the economic impact and importance of the state’s diverse agriculture industry.

During her term, Alice in Dairyland provides educational programming, in conjunction with the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin, to thousands of Wisconsin grade-school children.

Nunes term as Alice in Dairyland was extended to two years because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Julia Nunes, the 73th Alice in Dairyland, cuts down a Christmas tree at a Wisconsin tree farm.

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Keefe looks to the future LOCAL REAL ESTATE FIRM GAINS NATIONAL PROFILE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH COMPASS

by Jason Arndt STAFF WRITER

Keefe Real Estate, of Lake Geneva, recently announced a partnership with leading real estate technology company Compass.

The partnership, according to President and CEO Tom Keefe, is not necessarily a change in direction for the local firm known for its handling of lakefront property.

“We were not looking to take the company in a new direction and over the years, we have been approached by franchises, or other companies, looking to buy Keefe,” Keefe said on Friday. “When Compass called, it was different.”

Keefe, who will stay on as Managing Director, said the decision comes amid an unprecedented shift in the real estate market.

The third-generation owner, in a social media message on the company Facebook page, explained the industry changes.

“Like many industries, real estate has reached a moment where change has been completely unprecedented,” he said. “The tools we need to continue to serve you, our customers, with the best possible service are becoming more complex.”

“It is simply becoming harder and harder for small, independent brokerages, like Keefe to keep up.”

Keefe also noted viable competition is emerging from primary feeder markets, including some firms developing new business models.

Compass has national reach Compass is the nation’s largest independent brokerage with a global

headquarters in New York.

Compass employs more than 23,000 agents, serving hundreds of the top cities across the country, according to a news release issued by Keefe.

Last year, Compass agents sold $152 billion in residential real estate and completed more 66% more transactions than they did the year before.

In Chicago, Compass ranks second for closed sales volume and market share, up from its No. 5 ranking at the end of 2020, and is home to more than 1,400 agents.

“By partnering with a larger company, and one that has substantially more resources, we will be able to provide you with the same personal attention and quality of service,

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while being able to offer you a stronger marketing reach and tools to support the sale or purchase of your home,” Keefe said in his Facebook message.

Leaders, agents remain

Under the new Keefe Real Estate Compass brand, the company will continue to operate as a market leading real estate brokerage in Southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois, maintaining its leadership team, agents and staff as well as existing offices, with the added resources of Compass, according to Keefe.

“This is a partnership that will allow us to continue to operate all of our existing offices, and will embrace our local management and staff to remain so that we can continue to support our agents and clients,” Keefe said on Friday. “This partnership is full of opportunity and I will be staying on as managing director to lead the team.”

Keefe, a third generation owner, noted he plans on maintaining the same mission his grandfather had when he founded the company in 1943.

Compass shares a similar philosophy, according to Keefe.

“Over three generations of family ownership, our mission has always been to enhance the lives of our agents and staff through careers in real estate, and go above and beyond for our clients. This is a mission we have carried out over the years,

and it is one we intend to continue to fulfill, by partnering with Compass,” he said.

“We are excited to join a company that shares the same philosophy we do and values their agents as customers and trusted partners.”

Rachael Rohn, Compass’ regional president, said she has a personal connection to Lake Geneva and looks forward to partnering with Keefe Real Estate.

She also admires the local real estate firm.

“As a Chicagoan, I’ve spent the last 16 years taking getaway trips to Lake Geneva and have incredibly fond memories of the people and the experiences I’ve had here. I’ve been professionally admiring Keefe Real Estate over the years, and I am thrilled to partner together to match Compass’ technology with Keefe’s legacy and local expertise to serve our agents and customers.”

Building on trust

Keefe, in his Facebook post, shared the news with his agents and employees before making the announcement on Nov. 4.

“I want to say that as a company, and as a family, serving our community as your trusted real estate partner over the decades has been an honor and a privilege and has brought my family an immense amount of pride and happiness,” he said.

Keefe Real Estate specializes in real estate in Walworth, Racine, Kenosha, and McHenry counties.

According to the company, Keefe Real Estate and its associates have been the market leader for decades in Walworth, as well as the leading seller of lakefront properties accounting for nearly 50% of all regional lakefront transactions.

Keefe asked his customers, agents, and prospective buyers and sellers to hold the same time-honored trust demonstrated in the last several decades.

“Trust was a guiding principal that my grandfather instilled in the DNA of Keefe when he started the company in 1943, and it is that trust that I believe has been at the

From top: Lake properties like this near Delavan Lake with in-ground pool and a view of the lake are a specialty for Keefe Real Estate; This is the view from an enclosed porch on a cape core of our success since then,” he said.

“As we move into this next chapter, I ask cod home in Fontana that was featured in Distinguished Homes of America. that you trust us once again.”

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It’s Christmas time. A time of beautifully decorated trees, the aroma of freshly baked holiday treats permeating the house and piles of beautifully wrapped gifts surrounding the tree.

However, before these wrapped gifts can appear under the tree waiting for family and friends to open and enjoy, time must be spent shopping for the perfect gift for each person on the Christmas list.

After a year of shopping online due to the COVID pandemic it is time to get out and enjoy local businesses and do your shopping close to home so that local business owners can also have a great holiday. It also is a great way to find oneof-a-kink gifts.

Here are some suggestions for shopping local and finding the gifts that will be treasured for years to come:

Breezy Hill Nursery 7530 288TH AVE. • SALEM 262-537-3434 While Breezy Hill is a favorite place to shop for outdoor plants, trees and bushes during the growing season, it is also the place to shop to add a holiday look to your home. The shop boasts a massive display of bright, blooming Poinsettias. Pick up one or two to bring the holiday spirit into your home and consider purchasing additional ones for gifts for friends or for that host/ hostess gift.

Another favorite gift for the season is the Amaryllis bulbs that grow and produce a colorful bloom. They make great stocking stuffers and are also a great choice for children to learn about the care and growth of new plants. Watch the joy in your children’s eyes as they see it grow and the flower begin to appear.

Meander through the store to find additional choices that will make a special gift. Ceramic pots in a variety of shapes and sizes with brightly painted flowers may be

Add a holiday look to your own home or give on of these poinsettias to a friend to brighten up theirs. These poinsettias are available at Breezy Hill in Salem.

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A gift card for a new shrub or tree to be purchased and planted in the spring might be the perfect gift especially for someone who has just purchased a home or for a family member who wants to update their landscape.

Apple Barn Orchard and Winery W6384 SUGAR CREEK RD ELKHORN • 262-728-3266 This year a visit to Apple Barn is the place to find many unique, handcrafted items, perfect for both children and adults on the list.

In its first year at Apple Barn, Christmas in the Country is a special craft show that has made its home here on weekends.

With over 20 crafters offering their handmade items, there is something for everyone on the list. Handmade extra warm mittens in all sizes will be a welcome gift this winter. Unique ornaments and other holiday decorations will give a fresh look to your home holiday décor.

For the sports fan in the family, cute decorative pillows for the Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears and the Chicago Blackhawks will be the perfect gift.

For the bakers in the family, pick up a jar of apple pie filling and give them the chance to make a homemade pie. Try one of the fruit salsas to serve when you entertain or to give as a gift.

Wine is always a welcome gift and especially at the holidays when everyone is entertaining. The award-winning fruit wines, are created at the Apple Barn from fresh fruits and berries, many grown on site.

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Check out the large variety of barbecue sauces from the Big Green Egg with distinct flavors such as Kentucky Bourbon, Carolina Bold and Tangy, Vidalia Onion Sriracha, or honey mustard to add a special taste to the day’s barbequed foods. It’s the perfect stocking stuffer for the pitmaster on your list.

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These whimsical marshmallow snowmen will light up the home for the holiday season. It is available at Caravelle Lighting.

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Consider a beer tap system for the beer drinker in the house or a wine refrigerator for the wine connoisseur. These items are gifts that will be gratefully appreciated and enjoyed.

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Since 2007, the Staller family has produced wines from grapes grown on their own property and from grapes purchased from other local grape growers in the area.

They offer a variety of wines, both white and red, and in a variety of dry to sweet flavors.

In their tasting room they also offer a variety of wine related memorabilia. The hand-painted glasses work well with a gift of wine. Purchase a bottle or a case of their wine created on site for the perfect holiday gift for someone special on your list.

For the real wine connoisseur try their top wine, called the ice wine. This wine is

Remember the bubble lights that used to light up the Christmas tree? Caravelle has new holiday nightlights including a bubble light to give a holiday ambiance even at night. It’s a perfect choice for the person on the list who remembers these special lights.

There are also marshmallow snowmen around a campfire, a wine bottle and a beer mug, along with a variety of cute nightlights for adults and children.

Tiffany-styled stained glass is a favorite of many and Caravelle has a variety of whimsical Tiffany lights to add to the décor.

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small, colorful side lamps are sure to please someone on your list. Or perhaps you’d prefer a larger desk lamp to add color to the room?

Always Remember That Antiques 26301 75TH ST. • SALEM 262-843-1786 This 10,000-square-foot antique mall with more than 100 dealers offering a variety of merchandise will likely have a gift for almost everyone on your list.

Breyer collectible horses are a favorite for the horse lover and there are a number of them available to add to your collection.

With a large supply of military memorabilia including jackets and medals on display, choosing an item for the collector on your list may take some time.

For the child or adult on your list who

enjoy miniature automobiles, the Snap-on collectibles of auto models may be just the item to light up their eyes.

And of course there are antique tables and chairs that will add a new look to someone’s home.

With the variety of objects available here it is possible to spend a few hours and complete your gifts for all those on your list.

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Perhaps a trip to Best Bargains is in order. Best Bargains is a wholesale food supplier that offers fine quality meats, seafood, salads, and cheeses at discount prices.

They also make up elegant cheese, meat, relish, and sandwich trays that must be ordered 48 hours in advance. It’s perfect for your own holiday event or to take with you as a host/hostess gift.

For the person who already has too much stuff, a special holiday treat may be to give them some top quality seafood, a fine custom cut steak or roast – or an array of fine Wisconsin cheeses.

Best Bargains not only carries high quality beef but also veal and lamb. So, choose a cut that the recipient will really enjoy but may not purchase for themselves. They will be delighted with your unique gift.

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On the higher end there is one of the power adjustable bed bases, perfect for someone who can no longer sleep flat in bed.

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Gift cards are always the perfect gift for anyone on your list.

While they can be purchased at almost any business, restaurants are a popular choice. After a busy holiday season of cooking and entertaining, an evening out with no dinner to prepare is welcomed with open arms.

Two places that are perfect for a family gathering to enjoy a pizza or other Italian foods include:

Wine glasses hand painted by artist Sandra Ginner and available at the Apple Barn in this whimsical Santa design will be enjoyed by the person on your list who plans to entertain this holiday season.

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Luisa’s Pizza 6806 317TH AVE. • SALEM 262-537-4795 It’s the perfect place to order that family pizza. Consider curbside pickup, delivery, or come in and enjoy pizza, pasta, or sandwiches in this family friendly restaurant.

Seafood dinners, half-pound burgers, salads and soups make up a perfect lunch or dinner if pizza is not on your radar.

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Horse lovers will enjoy on of these Breyer collectible horses, that are available at Always Remember That Antiques.

Gino’s East is a Chicago staple that serves both Chicago style deep-dish pizza or thin crust pizzas and other Italian comfort foods.

The Lake Geneva location is a favorite for both local residents and visitors not only for its wonderful food but also for its beautiful view of Geneva Lake.

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Dreams do come true Area woman opens bookstore in Waterford

by Tracy Ouellette STAFF WRITER

For Kelly Klein, owning a bookstore has been a lifelong dream and when the opportunity arose a couple of months ago to do so, she jumped at it.

“I’ve wanted to open a bookstore since I was a little girl,” Klein said. “I’ve always had a passion for reading and books. My mom and I went to bookstores all the time. It’s a huge passion of mine, something I’ve dreamed about doing.”

While the idea of owning a bookstore may have been lurking in the back corner of her mind for decades, even Klein couldn’t have predicted how quickly that dream would become reality.

“When this space became available, we just decided to do it,” Klein said. “But it’s been crazy, we started on Oct. 1. We’ve only been in the space about six weeks and we’re opening (Nov. 19)!”

With help of her husband, Steve Klein, and her sister, Wendy Harmon, along with other friends and family members, Klein was able to make her dream come true.

“We have done 100% of the renovations ourselves,” she said.

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Klein said that beyond fulfilling her dream of owning a bookstore, she wanted to bring something special to the community she calls home.

Kelly has lived in the Waterford area for 23 years and loves the community.

“I’ve lived in Waterford for the last eight years and in Rochester the 15 years before that. The kids all went to the Waterford schools. I wanted to give something back to this community,” she said.

Independent bookstores are few and far between in today’s world of Amazon delivery, but the ones that are around tend to have a loyal customer base.

InkLink Books on the East Troy Village Square is a favorite of locals and attracts visitors from as far as Illinois on a regular basis, according to the owner, Kayleen Rhorer. In fact, Klein said she was a frequent customer at InkLink and the support shown by the independent bookstore community helped her open her own store.

“It’s incredible,” Klein said.

“I’ve found the whole independent bookstore community so welcoming and supportive of each other. It’s a really great group of people who

share this passion and are keeping independent bookstores alive and well.

They’ve been answering my questions, offering advice and sharing things that have really helped. It’s really a great community to be a part of.”

Reads by the River was set to officially open on Nov. 19, to coincide with Waterford’s Christmas in the Village celebration.

“Our plan was to open the following weekend for Small Business Saturday, but I was reminded about Christmas in the Village and great it would be if we were open for that, so the timeline got moved up,” Klein said with a laugh.

“We’re ready and we’ve got something for everyone,” she continued. “Games, puzzles, gifts – literary-themed ones – and other fun things I’ve found along the way. And, of course, books. Fiction, fantasy, nonfiction, coffee table books, kids’ books … lots of books.”

Reads by the River is at 102 E. Main St. in downtown Waterford. Hours of operation are Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Thursday from noon to 7 p.m. and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday until Christmas. After Christmas, the shop will be closed on Sunday.

For more information, find the bookstore on Facebook.

The Kids’ Cottage at Reads by the River contains the bookstore’s children’s collection.

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The Big Bundle Up

Visit Lake Geneva collects winter clothes during campaign Visit Lake Geneva recently announced it will serve as the local drop-off for The Big Bundle Up, an annual statewide campaign that collects new and gently used winter clothing items for donation back to the local community.

This year’s recipient of the donated items is the Walworth County Food and Diaper Bank, whose mission is to provide food and supplies in time of crisis. The organization serves more than 400 families per month thanks to donations from the community and the work of their all-volunteer staff.

Residents are invited to drop off new and gently used coats, sweaters, hats, mittens, gloves and other warm clothing items between now and Jan. 7, 2022, at the Lake Geneva Visitor Information Center, 201 Wrigley Drive, Lake Geneva. The Visitor Center is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 800-345-1020 or email to info@visitlakegeneva.com.

About The Big Bundle Up This is the 10th year for this statewide program, with nearly 200,000 clothing items collected to date by local visitor bureaus, chambers of commerce and Travel Wisconsin Welcome Centers around the state.

The program was launched by Visit Lake Geneva’s President and CEO Stephanie Klett during her tenure as Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism. It grew out of what Klett dubbed “Mittengate” when then-tourism director for Michigan, George Zimmermann, expressed mild dislike of a Wisconsin advertising image that used a mitten to represent Wisconsin.

Zimmermann suggested Wisconsin was co-opting Michigan’s claim as the mittenshaped state.

Klett took the friendly spat with Michigan as an opportunity to bring attention to families in need of warm winter clothing (including mittens), by launching a statewide clothing drive and enlisting tourism entities around the state to serve as collection points.

“The outpouring of generosity for this program year after year is proof there is so much good in this world,” Klett said. “I’m asking our Lake Geneva area residents to join us in getting in the true spirit of the season by helping our neighbors in need.”

About the Food and Diaper Bank The Walworth County Food and Diaper Bank, a 100% volunteer driven organization, provides individuals and families nutritional supplemental food, diapers, and supplies during a time of crisis, in a cheerful, welcoming, nonjudgmental environment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, physical or developmental disability.

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WHEN: Nov. 15 through Jan. 7, 2022 WHERE: Drop off donations at the Visit Lake Geneva Visitor Information Center, 201 Wrigley Drive, Lake Geneva Visit Lake Geneva is serving as a drop-off location for The Big Bundle Up, an annual statewide campaign that collects new and gently used winter clothing items for donation back to the local community.

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