May 2019 Spirit

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OUT FOR A SPIN AT CHOCOLATEFEST Sweet festival ushers in Summer

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A celebration of chocolate!

It’s the first big blast of the festival season and it’s all done in the name of chocolate!

Burlington ChocolateFest, which runs May 24 through 27 this year, honors the city’s long association with Nestles chocolate confections. The Chocolate Experience tent at the festival provides a heavy dose of the sweet treat and the rest of the festival grounds offers a variety of entertainment – from one of the best traveling carnivals in the world to live music and helicopter rides. See page 33 for more.

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4 Spring Showdown Horse Show, horse arena, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-7233228.

5 The eighth annual Burger Throwdown will take place from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at The Ridge Hotel. It’s a chance to sample the burgers from 16 area restaurants and vote on your favorite.

There will be assorted sides and desserts to compliment the burger samples. Free soda and water, cash bar and Geneva Lake Brewing Company beer is available. Live music. This event benefits the Badger High School Culinary Arts ProStart Program.

The tickets sell out every year and won’t be available at the door.

10-12 Lakeland Players will present

45 years “Alive and Still Kickin” at the historic Sprague Theater, 15 W. Walworth St., Elkhorn. Also runs May 17-19. Call 262728-5578 or visit lakeland-players.org.

11 Lakeland Rabbit Breeders

Show, Activity Center, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

11-12 Jericho Productions Horse Show, horse arena, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

18 The Burger Train hosted by

the East Troy Railroad: The train will depart from the East Troy depot and take a leisurely trip featuring special dinner service with a burger theme before returning to East Troy. The depot is at 2002 Church St., East Troy. easttroyrr.org or 262-642-3263

19 Antique Flea Market, 7 a.m. to 4

p.m., at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. It’s held four times a year and features more than 500 vendors and a variety of unique treasures.

Admission for spectators is $5 a person.

Call 414-525-0820 or visit nlpromotionsllc. com.

24-26 Wisconsin State Goat

Show, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

25 The Beer Tasting Train hosted

by the East Troy Railroad: The train will depart from the East Troy depot and take a leisurely trip featuring special service with a beer theme before returning to East Troy. The depot is at 2002 Church St., East Troy. easttroyrr.org or 262-642-3263

24-27 Burlington ChocolateFest:

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Carnival, food, music, events and all kinds of chocolate available in the Chocolate Experience Tent. Runs throughout the Memorial Day weekend at the festival grounds on the outskirts of downtown Burlington. ChocolateFest.com

28 Shrine Circus, grandstand,

Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Call 262-723-3228.

Ongoing events

Lake Geneva Farmers Market – Local farmers and vendors come together every Thursday from May 2 through Oct. 24, offering a market of local produce, flowers and goods. Held in front of Horticultural Hall, 330 Broad St., in downtown Lake Geneva every Thursday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Burlington Farmers Market – The Burlington market offers fresh produce, flowers and a variety of other vendors along with live music weekly from May through October. Held at historic Wehmhoff Square at Washington and Pine streets in downtown Burlington on Thursdays from 3 to 7 p.m.

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Burgers and Beats – Every Thursday at Flat Iron Tap, 150 Center St., Lake Geneva.

Local musicians will play from 6:30 to 9 p.m. 262-812-4064 Geneva Outdoor Market –Located at the corner of Highways H and NN, next to Tommi’s Garden Blooms and is open on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon, from May 18 through October. A producers’ market with vendors selling unique products. On Facebook at Geneva Outdoor Market.

Dancing Horses Show – Enjoy the hour and a half-long show at 1 p.m. at The Dancing Horses Museum, 5065 Highway 50, Delavan. For show dates and info visit www.thedancinghorses.com Tristan Crist Magic Theater – 609 W. Main St., Lake Geneva. One of a kind performer that wows audiences with wit, jaw-dropping illusions and gutwrenching escapes! For show dates and times call 262-248-0505 or visit www. lakegenevamagic.com 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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Perfectly Paired Revived Stage Stop joins forces with Red Barn and Country Club

by Sandra Landen Machaj CORRESPONDENT

Ali Marchel and Chad Cantwell are the new owners of the Wilmot Stage Stop and are continuing the taditional foods and service that have been enjoyed by generations. Upper photo: The outdoor pavillion is set for a wedding at Twin Lakes Country Club where Cantwell also serves as general manager.

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Running one fine restaurant is work in and of itself, but operating a historic eatery and a country club with a golf course, restaurant, major event venue and catering company would seem to be overwhelming.

But it’s all in a day’s work for Chad Cantwell.

In January 2018, Cantwell and his partner, Ali Marchel, purchased the Stage Stop restaurant in Wilmot, which they reopened about one month later. Meanwhile, Cantwell continues as general manager and golf pro at Twin Lakes Country Club.

The Cantwell family has owned the latter for 37 years.

Currently, Cantwell and two of his brothers, Cian and Kyle, continue to provide a wonderful experience for golfers and diners while hosting weddings and other large gatherings.

Historic Stage Stop

Carrying on tradition

Cantwell and Marchel are proud to continue the legacy that has been part of Wilmot since the same year that Wisconsin was granted statehood.

“We are honored to be chosen by Nancy and Ron Hackett, the previous owners and last generation of the Hackett family to run the restaurant, to carry on the traditions of the Wilmot Stage Stop,” Cantwell said.

“We plan to continue the menu enjoyed by generations of visitors to the Wilmot Stage Stop,” Marchel said.

“High-quality steaks often paired with a lobster tail and, of course, a baked potato with that extra gigantic serving of butter.”

Steaks are cooked on the dining room grill so everyone waiting for their dinner gets the aroma permeating the room.

When the cream of lobster soup was introduced in 2006, no one knew how it would be accepted.

Surprisingly, it became a menu favorite. Quality meats, perfectly charcoal-grilled and served with a house salad and the famous butter-dressed baked potato, lead the

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The Stage Stop is a stately building constructed of white oak. It was built in 1848 as the Wilmot Hotel. It easily could have been mistaken for a Southern colonial mansion because it consisted of three floors, a large front porch and six white pillars, each of which stood 10 feet tall.

Built by Ephraim Wilson, the first of five generations of the same family to own the business, it was a popular stop for travelers as they rode the stage line between Kenosha and Galena, Illinois.

It also was a popular stop for farmers taking crops to Kenosha, where they then would be shipped to other markets. Kenosha, then known as Southport, was the largest port in the area.

Imagine lodging on the third floor in one of the small sleeping rooms, three meals and stabling for your horse for $1.75. In hard times a room could be used for only 10 cents. The hotel remained in business until 1930 when Louis Hegeman closed the third floor sleeping rooms after his wife Beatrice’s death.

Roland and Marian Winn are credited with

transforming the hotel into the Wilmot Stage Stop as it is today. They served a menu of nine steak choices, shrimp, lobster, lamb and pork. The large baked potato with a stick of butter overwhelms anyone who has ever eaten at the Stage Stop. The menu has not changed much over the years.

Wedding ceremonies are often performed at the Fairway Pavilion waterfall area at Twin Lakes Country Club.

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The open air Banquet and Wedding Pavilion was opened in 2006. Sides can be closed during periods of inclement weather.

During fine weather the beauty of the golf course can be enjoyed.

menu. For the non-steak lovers, there are also lamb chops, pork chops and chicken breast choices. Who doesn’t love lobster?

Patrons can order two or three broiled lobster tails. Not sure which you prefer, steak or lobster? Add a lobster tail to your steak dinner for $10.95 and enjoy the best of both worlds.

A supper club

Wilmot Stage Stop is typical of the Wisconsin supper clubs that were popular in the mid-1900s, complete with its massive original bar. They serve a variety of cocktails and specialty drinks that reflect those special treats of yesteryear.

Try a Hegman’s Cosmo, a Midnight Express or a Charley Tucker. Perhaps you aren’t even aware what is in these drinks.

One way to find out is to try one.

“We also serve the famous ice cream drinks that are enjoyed by many,” Cantwell said. “Try the minty grasshopper, the sweet and creamy brandy Alexander, the Green Frog or the Pink Squirrel.”

It’s hard not to enjoy these rich, creamy selections — if one has room after a filling meal.

Desserts also are available for those ready to take on some rich, tasty items that include homemade pineapple cheesecake or Grasshopper pie.

The owners also mentioned that they offer a selection of children’s favorites.

When visiting the Wilmot Stage Stop, take time to see the second floor where the many antiques collected by the Hackett family are displayed.

“We are pleased that the Hackett family is allowing us to exhibit these unique antiques that have a history with the restaurant,” Cantwell said. “We look forward to welcoming you to Wisconsin’s oldest tap and dining room as we continue to give back to the community as the Stage Stop has done for generations.”

The Wilmot Stage Stop is open daily except for Tuesdays. Kitchen hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 4 to 10 p.m.

Saturdays and 4 to 9 p.m. Sundays.

Contact them online at wilmotstagestop. com or on Facebook. Make reservations at 262-862-6212, or to schedule special events call 262-877-4138. Ask about the special dinner-golf combinations.

The country club

Cantwell enjoys the many changes that the family has made to the Twin Lakes Country Club.

“While we have memberships, nonmembers also are welcome to enjoy a round of golf here,” he said. “We are a community organization and our goal is to exceed the expectations of every guest, whether they are here to golf, enjoy a meal in the Red Barn restaurant or hold a wedding or other catered gathering.

“The golf course is one of the oldest in the area, having been located here since 1912,” Cantwell added. “As such, we feel we are truly part of the community and provide many events to welcome the community.”

They provide a variety of golf activities

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for men, women, couples and children. A favorite is the Junior Golf Academy, which provides a fun learning environment for young golfers.

“Over the years, students have grown and become adult members of the Twin Lakes Country Club and continue their love of golf as adults,” said Cantwell, who along with Mike Jones will be the directors of this year’s academy.

“Including youth in golf is a great way to encourage family activities.”

The property’s Red Barn was converted to a clubhouse, restaurant and lounge and is a favorite place to gather before or after a round of golf.

But it isn’t limited to only golfers. The restaurant, which seats up to 140 inside and 80-100 on the picturesque patio that overlooks the eighth green, brings in groups for showers, family reunions, fundraisers, company meetings and those simply stopping in for lunch or dinner.

Dinner in the Red Barn

The Red Barn’s menu is large and varied, so everyone is sure to find what his or her taste buds are looking for.

There are several items on the menu that deserve special mention.

The Friday fish fry is one such item.

Chad’s father began the “Beat the Clock” fish fry as a change from the traditional offering found in most supper clubs and restaurants.

It includes a choice of all-you-can-eat crispy, breaded fish or broiled cod and is accompanied by their special homemade

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The Wilmot Stage Stop is known as the oldest tap and dining room in Wisconsin.

potato pancakes, French fries, rye bread, coleslaw and applesauce. It is priced according to the time you visit: It is $11.99 per person from 4:30 to 6 p.m. and $13.99 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Children under age 10 may eat for $7.99. It also goes for $14.99 as a carryout dinner.

Saturday is steak night, and choices feature 12-ounce prime rib or 8-ounce filet mignon dinners. It is $23.99 for diners from 4:30 to 6 p.m. and $25.99 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. The special treat for golf and steak lovers is to pair a round with a cart beginning after 1 p.m. and finish with dinner for $46.

Consider bringing mom and the family to the Red Barn’s Mother’s Day

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This 100 year old barn has been converted into the Red Barn Restaurant known for its excellent food. It also serves as the clubhouse for the Twin Lakes Country Club.

brunch on May 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The entrees will range from made-to-order omelets and the usual breakfast items to brunch favorites such as a pasta bar, carved beef and ham and roasted turkey breast with a variety of fruit salads, vegetables and desserts. Make reservations at 262877-2500.

The Fairway Pavilion

“In 2006, the beautiful outdoor Fairway Pavilion was opened,” Ali said. “This large open space overlooking the golf course is the perfect spot to hold your wedding. While the pavilion is open, allowing the fresh air in, there also are retractable walls that can be closed during inclement weather.”

Nearby is the Fairway Pavilion Waterfall, a beautiful area filled with a variety of blooming flowers and featuring a clear pond. Exchanging wedding vows in this spot is the perfect beginning to the perfect wedding.

“A wedding at the Fairway Pavilion will be perfect,” Chad said. “We offer a complete wedding package, including a wedding planner to guide you in your decisions.”

The pavilion holds at least 280 guests. For smaller events, the Red Barn offers a variety of venue spaces, from the dining room and lounge that can hold up to 140 guests, or the outdoor Palmer Patio, which can accommodate up to 100 persons.

Contact the Red Barn to view the large catering menu, whether you prefer a buffet or a sit-down, plated dinner.

Call 262-877-2500 or email info@redbarnwi.com to reserve a date or get more information.

The Twin Lakes Country Club is located at 1230 Legion Drive, Twin Lakes. For information, visit tlccgolf.com or redbarnwi.com. The Red Barn restaurant is open for lunch daily starting at 11 a.m. and offers dinner from 4:30 to 9 p.m. daily except Sundays.

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Area water ski teams thrill local audiences NEW SKI SEASON BEGINS THIS MONTH

You don’t have to travel to the Wisconsin Dells to enjoy worldclass water skiing performances.

The Geneva Lakes area is home to many nationally ranked teams: Browns Lake Aquaducks The Browns Lake Aquaducks perform in Fischer Park, located off of Durand Avenue in Browns Lake.

The nationally ranked teams perform free every Thursday. The main show begins at 6:30 p.m. and Junior Show begins at 5 p.m.

Saturday, July 6, is Venetian Night and the team will perform at 6 p.m. with the juniors performing at 4:30 p.m.

Note the teams will not be performing locally as they will be at state competition on Thursday, July 18. The regular schedule resumes July 25.

The Brown’s Lake Aquaducks will perform every Thursday through Labor Day weekend. Note: after Aug. 15 shows may begin a few minutes early so that performances can be completed before sundown.

For more information log on to www.aquaducks.org.

Southern Wakes United Water Ski Show Team Walworth County’s only ski show team, SWU was formed by the merger of the Lauderdale Aqua Skiers and the Minneiska Ski Show Team of the Whitewater Lake Sports Club.

The team is slated to perform beginning May 25 with shows alternating between Scenic Ridge Campground on Whitewater Lake and Lauderdale Landing in Elkhorn.

The first show is Saturday, May 25, at 7 p.m at Scenic Ridge Campground, W7991 R and W Townline Rd, Whitewater.

The second show is Friday, May 31, at 6 p.m. at Lauderdale Landing, W5625 Westshore Dr., Elkhorn.

To see the full schedule, visit southernwakesunited.com.

Both the Lauderdale Aqua Skiers and Minneiska Team bring long histories and a track record of award-winning shows to the new venture.

Twin Lakes Aquanuts This is the 41st year the award-winning Aquanuts have performed for local audiences.

The nationally ranked Twin Lakes Aquanuts perform every Saturday and Wednesday night at 6 p.m. at Lance Park, 55 Lance Drive, Twin Lakes. There is no admission and there are concessions on sight. Shows last about an hour with a short intermission.

Last year the Aquanuts raised the bar with a 30 girl ballet line that scored 481 points, the second highest scoring act ever in national competition.

Also during the 2012 event Jarad Meyer was named the Wisconsin’s Best Trick Skier for the second time. Ariana Koehler was named the Jennifer Dibble/Michelle Cook Most Valuable Female Skier. Kendal Krieger (No. 2) Kaila Coffey (No. 4) and Olivia Shulda (No. 5) finished in the top five of Wisconsin Swivel Ladies.

Aquanut fans can enjoy the ski shows from the newly constructed amphitheater and stage.

Muskego Waterbugs The Muskego Waterbugs perform free shows every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.

For more than 50 years the Water Bugs have performed for audiences all around the world. For the past 25 years we have had the pleasure of calling Little Muskego Lake home. Pack up the family and come to Idle Isle Park on Little Muskego Lake any Wednesday night at 6:30 p.m. between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The show is free. If you like popcorn or other snacks while you watch the show, there’s no need to worry, the concession stand will be open.

Tournament dates are June 22-23; July 18-21 and Aug. 9-11.

There will be no shows on those days.

Fourth of July show: Muskego’s Fourth of July will be held on July 3. The annual lakefront celebration at Idle Isle Park goes on July 3 even with the holiday falling in the middle of a work week; dry conditions will not affect fireworks set off on the lake.

Idle Isle parking will be available in the regular lot as well as on part of the lawn for this event. It will be supplemented by parking at Park Arthur, which is at the corner of Martin Drive and Hardtke Drive. Free shuttles return this year also to take people to and from the celebration from the parking area at Peace Lutheran Church at Small Road and College Avenue. The shuttles will run from about 5 to 10:30 p.m.

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A cyclist’s paradise

From road to mountain biking, the Geneva Lakes Area has it all Perhaps the best way to leave our long brutal winter in the rearview mirror is to hop upon a bike and pedal until those frigid days and stubborn piles of snow are a distant memory.

With some of the best bike trails in the state and plenty of littletraveled rustic and rural roads dotting our countryside, the Southern Lakes area provides the perfect landscape for our pedaling pleasure.

May is National Biking Month, and this year – more that ever – that’s cause to celebrate from the saddle of your favorite road, trail or hybrid bicycle.

Cycling is not only healthy, it is liberating in every sense of the word. The open air, with the sights and sounds of nature combine to bring a relaxing, revujenating experience that is simply second-tonone!

For today’s cyclists, the cycling industry has evolved to a point where there’s virtually a bike for everyone. We simply need to decide what style of biking best fits our desires and go from there. A word of caution though: A proper fit (bike size) is essential and you should rely on a professional to guide you in this basic decision.

Trails abound here

Wisconsin is likely one of the most rider-friendly states in the union. Recognized as the nation’s leader in “rails-to-trails” conversions, more miles of former railroad beds have been transformed for use by bicyclists in Wisconsin than any other state.

Ask anyone whose ridden along these Wisconsin conversion trails and you’ll learn that they’re scenic, feature minimal grades with motorized traffic prohibited, provide a smooth ride and a safe, uncongested alternative for families, novices and experts looking to bike off the road.

Locally, one the most well known trails is the White River State Trail. A 12-mile crushed limestone trail, it follows a former railroad bed and connects the City of Elkhorn to Burlington, also passing through the historic villages of Lyons and Springfield in the process.

The trail requires an affordable daily or annual state trail pass, for those 16 and over, which can be purchased in any of several points along the path, including the communities it touches. Maps of the trail are also readily available at these points as well as online.

Scenic views of farmland, wetlands, waterways and the natural countryside are part of it’s charm and it’s many access points give riders a wide choice of options in how far and where they want to ride along the trail. These access points also provide convenient places to park.

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There is a great access point located just off Highway 120 in Springfield. The Pedal & Cup, a bike rental shop and cafe is in Springfield’s historic railroad depot, 1722 N. Highway 120 Springfield (262-249-1111), is just five minutes north of Lake Geneva.

They not only rent bikes, but also serve gourmet coffees and teas, smoothies, lunch, ice cream and cold drinks. There are also biking and souvenir shirts and a local artists’ gallery inside the historic depot. Check out their web site at www.pedalandcup.com. You can also find them on Facebook-search: pedal and cup and follow them at: twitter.com/pedalncup.

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The Pedal & Cup is open weekends from Mother’s Day until June 15; and everyday June 15 until Labor Day; and weekends after Labor Day until Oct. 13.

Seven Waters Trail

Another trail of this kind, the Seven Waters Trail, took several shorter trails and consolidated them under one name once they formed a continuous route. This trail runs from Riverside Park in Burlington up through Waterford, the Town of Norway, into Wind Lake and further on into Muskego.

Heading east in our area, another section of trail runs between Burlington and Kansasville. That trail is best accessed from Bushnell Park on Highway 142 in Burlington or from the Burlington High School/Gateway campus.

Just across the Wisconsin/Illinois border in Richmond, Ill, you will find the McHenry County Prairie Trail that stretches 26 miles from the Wisconsin State Line to Algonquin, Ill. The Prairie Trail follows the former Chicago and Northwestern rail line that ran from Kane County into Wisconsin. From this trail, users have access to over 100 miles of trail network including the Hebron Trail, the Fox River Trail, the Great Western Trail and the Illinois Prairie Path.

There are several points of interest along the Prairie Trail including the crown jewel of the district, Glacial Park, a 3,200-acre site and home to the Lost Valley Visitor Center. The natural area contains prairie, savanna, marshes, a bog, Nippersink Creek and a variety of geologic wonders, including kames. There are also other parks and rest stops along the way.

lend themselves well to this endeavor.

Riding along any of the area’s lakeshores, or taking the chance to tour from one town to a neighboring one and visiting it’s local shops and sights can be a particularly rewarding General Store stop way to spend the day. Here, local chambers If you head out to the Southern Kettle of commerce, visitor’s bureaus, maps and Moraine, be sure to stop in at the LaGrange the Internet can provide information and General Store & Backyard Bikes, W6098 ideas for great places to bike.

Highway 12, Whitewater. The staff is The Stateline route travels along the friendly and helpful, whether you are there Illinois/Wisconsin border, the south Kenosha for equipment, or nourishment. They offer county route takes back roads from Pleasant a wide variety of services including a deli/ Prairie to Trevor, the Silver Lake route cafe, detailed trail maps and bike rentals, travels from Liberty corners, past Camp sales and repair.

Lake, Silver Lake, Powers Lake and into Mountain bike Mecca The deli features a wholesome sandwich Lake Geneva. There is a north Kenosha Riders seeking mountain biking opportunities, also have an extensive system menu and salads, gourmet coffees and coffee county route that travels through the Bong drinks, as well as nutritious smoothies.

Recreation area into Burlington and routes of trails available to them in Wisconsin.

They also feature bottled wine, and a great that run from Burlington up into Rochester, In our area of the state, the John Muir trail selection of micro-brew beers.

Waterford, Tichigan and Wind Lake. system connecting the John Muir trail with The General Store is less than two miles One of the best known is the Wisconsin the Emma Carlin trail is one of the region’s from the John Muir Trail and Nordic Trail.

Bikeway which follows Highway C from top mountain biking destinations.

It is seven miles from the Emma Carlin trail, I-94 to near Twin Lakes, then passes through Both located in the Southern Kettle which makes it a central location for your Trevor, Wilmot, Twin Lakes and Genoa Moraine State Forest in Walworth County, adventures in Kettle Moraine, and the perfect City all the way to Lake Geneva. Several the Muir trail is over 27 miles consisting place to stop before or after your trek. enjoyable rides can be made from East Troy of five one-way loops that let riders mix More information can be found at www. to Elkhorn and onward to Delavan or Lake and match distance and difficulty to their backyardbikes.com, or by calling (262) Geneva as well. particular ability level or time constraints.

A map of roads in the City of Lake Unlike the mildly graded “rail-to-trail” paths, 495-8600. For detailed, up-to-date trail information, please call the DNR 24 hour hot Geneva with recommended routes for bikers these loops feature steep, gear-grinding line at (262) 594-6202. to enjoy was also readily available online uphill sections, fast, twisting descents and A dedicated group known as the Southern and is known as the city of Lake Geneva lots of rough surface terrain.

Kettle Moraine Chapter of IMBA (SKMCI) Bike Trails. Five routes with some paths The loops are one-way for the sake of is a strong advocate for the building of new still under construction travel through areas safety and to accommodate a smooth flow mountain bike trails in the area. You can find like Sage St. to Edwards Blvd., County H of traffic, even on days with a generous to Veteran’s Park along Townline Road, and number of bikers on the trail. The trail offers more information at http://southernkettles. org. other areas of the city. amenities such as water, flush toilets and an Additional information for biking indoor shelter.

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Treat mom to brunch on her special day

It is a time to show our love and thankfulness to our Mothers for all they have done to make us who we are.

On the second Sunday in May, this year May 12, the sounds of giggles and whispers can be heard in many households as the young members of the family scurry around preparing their Mother’s Day treats for their moms. With the help of dad or another responsible adult, gifts for mom appear from the homemade hand prints and hand drawn pictures carefully colored (although not always within the lines), to flowers or purchased gifts of candy, perfume, or jewelry.

For many mothers, however, the best gifts are the ones that mean she won’t have spend her day engaged in her usual household chores. For many families that means taking mom out for a brunch.

Many delicious options exist in the

Geneva Lakes area for a Mother’s Day brunch, but before we get to that, here’s a look back on the origins of the holiday.

A bit of history Mother’s Day as we know it today has been celebrated in the United States since the early 1900s, but it may have had some roots even earlier. Contrary to what many think, that it is just a holiday created by the greeting card companies, it is actually a holiday that was founded by Anna Jarvis as a personal day for mothers and their families.

The roots of Mother’s Day began in the pre-Civil War Days in the south when Anna Reeves Jarvis of West Virginia, mother of Anna Jarvis, started clubs which became known as Mother’s Day Work Clubs to teach women, especially those living in rural areas, how to properly care for their children. After the Civil War, the focus of Anna Reeves Jarvis’ work was to develop Mothers’ Friendship Days where mothers met with former Confederate and Union soldiers to try and encourage reconciliation between the North and the South.

It was after the death of Anna Reeves Jarvis in 1905, that her daughter Anna Jarvis promoted the idea of Mother’s Day as a time of honoring the many sacrifices mothers make for their children. With financial backing from a Philadelphia SPIRIT of GENEVA LAKES

department store owner, John Wanamaker, Jarvis organized her first official Mother’s Day in 1908. She organized the celebration at a Methodist Church in Grafton, W. Va., while thousands of other people attended a Mother’s Day celebration at one of Wanamaker’s department stores.

A national holiday Pleased with the success of this first Mother’s Day, Jarvis resolved to see this day added to the national calendar of holidays. She began a massive letter writing campaign to newspapers and politicians urging the recognition of a special day honoring mothers. She campaigned that most holidays honored male achievements and it was only fitting that women’s achievements especially this most important one, the raising of children, be honored.

The movement grew and by 1912 many churches, states and towns had recognized a day of honor for mothers. With the formation of the Mother’s Day International Association, which Jarvis founded to promote the cause, the movement continued to grow. In 1914 President Woodrow Wilson signed the measure that officially established the second Sunday in May as Mother’s Day, a day that we continue to celebrate today.

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of cooking and cleaning the dishes at least for one day. Many families celebrate Mother’s Day by treating mom to an elegant Sunday brunch. If this is your plan, consider one of the Mother’s Day brunches or dinners available in the Geneva Lakes Area. A few of our favorites are listed here.

Whether you are celebrating Mother’s Day as a child or as a mother may you have a great time enjoying your family on this day.

Now, back to brunch:

Grand Geneva Resort and Spa 7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva

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Grand Geneva Resort and Spa has everything your mom wants for Mother’s Day: extravagant brunch with unlimited mimosas, relaxing spa, maybe even a few hours of peace on the green. Let the resort’s three restaurants do all the cooking for mom so you can show her all your love and affection.

Here’s the serving schedule at the three venues: Geneva ChopHouse, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Maple Lawn Ballroom, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Grand Café, 6:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The brunch prices are $65.00 for adults (13 years and older); $32.50 for children (6-12 years); and $16.25 for children (2-5 years). Children 2 years and younger are complimentary with paying adult Reservations are required for Geneva ChopHouse and Maple Lawn Ballroom. Call 262-249-4788 to make reservations.

Lake Lawn Resort • Frontier Restaurant 2400 East Geneva, Delavan Top: Where does one begin to choose the items to enjoy while traveling down this long buffet at Lake Lawn Resort?

Above:Cakes are placed on a decorated table to entice those ready for some dessert of freshly made cakes. A variety of cakes prepared by the pastry chef are ready to please any appetite.

Treat Mom on her day to the extravagant Mother’s Day Buffet in the Frontier Restaurant with everything from chef-prepared omelets and malted Belgian waffles to brined breast of turkey and pineapple teriyaki charred sirloin at the Chef’s Carvery. The tempting culinary choices are sure to please the entire family and Mom doesn’t have to lift a finger.

Each mother will receive a freshly cut flower to take home, as well as entry into a special Mother’s Day drawing where she could win a Calladora Spa 50 minute Glo Facial.

Brunch will be served Sunday, May 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (last seating at 3 p.m.) The cost is Adults: $44.95 for adults; $16.95 for children 4 to 12; and Children under 4 dine free.

Reservations are required at 262-725-9155.

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Show mom your love by whisking her off to a homespun brunch at The Ridge Hotel’s Crafted Americana restaurant. All moms will be treated to a complimentary glass of rosé.

The brunch buffet menu includes: made-to-order omelets; carved beef; ham on the bone; mixed greens; shrimp cocktail; fresh fruit; scrambled eggs; bacon and sausage; hash brown casserole; biscuits and gravy; parmesan crusted cod; bacon brussels; mac and cheese; dinner rolls; and assorted desserts Brunch will be served Sunday, May 12, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The price is $34.95 adults; $16.95 children 5-10; 4 and younger complimentary.

Reservations can be made by calling 262-2493832.

The Ridge also offers overnight room rates for guests to make a mini Mother’s Day getaway.

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A decade or two ago, residential landscaping was a simple proposition. Most homes had a few rectangular squares of neatly trimmed lawn, some shrubs around the foundation and maybe a flowerbed or vegetable garden.

Outdoor entertaining was conducted on a poured concrete patio – or perhaps a wooden deck – and whatever grass covered the backyard.

Today homeowners are creating elaborate backyard living spaces complete with ponds, waterfalls and gardens that years earlier could only be found in magazines.

And while the bar is set much higher for today’s homeowners once the beautiful landscape is created it still has to be maintained.

The Geneva Lakes area boasts several experts that can help you not only create, but maintain the yard of your dreams – from yard design to nursery stock to weed control and mowing.

Here’s a look at Spirit Magazine’s list of preferred landscape contractors and services:

B & J TREE AND LANDSCAPE snow removal. Find more online at bandjlandscape.com SERVICE INC. W2795 Krueger Rd., Lake Geneva BREEZY HILL NURSERY 262-248-3653

Offering distinctive landscape design and installation for more than 50 years, B & J offers a full slate of services in addition to planning and design.

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Breezy Hill touts itself as more than just a nursery, and its long list of services backs up the claim.

Breezy Hill’s design and installation experts specialize in creating your backyard oasis.

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supplies for projects of any scale – from do-it-yourself on up. Among those are flowers, hanging baskets, garden supplies and landscape plants and trees.

Breezy Hill also offers irrigation systems and landscape maintenance services.

Visit breezyhillnursery.com for more information.

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A premier supplier of landscape products, High Prairie has built a solid reputation for exceptional hardscapes – patios, retaining walls, fire pits and outdoor kitchens.

High Prairie specializes in brick pavers and natural stone surfaces that create inviting outdoor gathering areas.

In addition, the firm offers mulch, compost and fertilizer. High Prairie offers same or next-day delivery of mulch.

Visit high-prairie.com for more information.

KOCH KUTS, LLC

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Koch Kuts offers complete landscape and yard maintenance solutions. Whether you want to create an outdoor kitchen and living area or simply need a lawn service,

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Yardscapes like this retaining wall with waterfall at Breezy Hill Nursery, Salem, are becoming more commonplace at area homes as homeowners turn backyards into living spaces.

Koch Kuts stands ready to handle tasks large and small. In addition to custom outdoor design, Koch Kuts offers weed control, fertilization and mosquito control services – and, of course, mowing.

Visit kochkuts.com for more information.

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supplies are top-notch, but perhaps the best item offered by Burlington Garden Center is the advice.With master gardeners and experienced greenhouse staff on hand the garden center offers the guidance needed to turn ordinary landscapes into extraordinary.

The flowers, vegetables and nursery stock are backed by sage advice that includes landscape design services and regular workshops that keep customers informed on the latest trends in gardening.

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Before homeowners know it, winter is gone and it is time to once again enjoy long days spent outdoors.

Getting a jump start on lawn prep helps make for a enviable yard.

During the cold months of winter, many people stare longingly out of the window dreaming of spring and time spent outdoors. For those with green thumbs, images of tending to the garden and other aspects of their landscapes no doubt dominate such daydreams.

Draw inspiration from those budding crocuses and daffodils pushing through the last remnants of snow and employ these tips to prepare for the upcoming gardening season.

KILL WEEDS

One of the first steps is to apply a preemergent weed killer to get a head start knocking out weeds that can plague the lawn during the growing season.

Killing weeds at the roots early on can mean far fewer hassles in spring and summer, and may prevent new generations of weeds from cropping up each year.

DON’T RUSH

While it may be tempting to take a prematurely warm day as a sign that

spring is in full force and purchase a bunch of annuals, it’s better to know the last of the possible frost dates (check “The Farmer’s Almanac”); otherwise, you may waste time and money planting flowers or vegetables only to have them zapped by another frosty day.

READY THE SOIL

Amend the soil so that it is the right consistency – just crumbling when lifting it. Soil that is too muddy after spring thaw can harden, making it difficult for plants to flourish later on.

Speak with representatives at a local lawn and garden center about which types of amendments you can add to the soil in your particular area to enrich it.

FIX LAWN

Lawn and garden experts at The Home Depot suggest filling in bare patches of lawn now by mixing a few shovelfuls of soil with grass seed. Then apply this patch to the bare areas, water, and continue to care for the area until the spot fills in.

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Spend a day in the garage or shed tending to the lawn mower and other gardening equipment. Clean all tools and ensure that everything works, repairing parts as needed.

Give outdoor entertaining spaces a good scrubbing, clearing away dirt and grime that may have accumulated over the winter. Use a leaf blower to blow away any leftover leaves.

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Check if the front porch, railings or decking need painting and/or staining.

Tackle these projects when the weather is cooler so everything will be ready for those peak spring days.

PLAN AHEAD

Think about any annuals you might want to plant in the landscape this year that will complement any existing shrubbery or perennials. Come up with a theme so that the entire yard is cohesive.

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winter kill the crabgrass plants, the seeds produced by the plants remain dormant throughout winter and then begin to grow as the ground temperature warms up with the spring and summer thaw. As a result, controlling germination, which is the development of a plant from a seed or spore after a period of dormancy, is the key to preventing crabgrass from becoming an unsightly blemish that can harm your lawn in summer.

A proactive approach to crabgrass can save homeowners the headaches of dealing with this unwanted guest taking over their grass.

The following tips, courtesy of Lowes, can help homeowners reduce the likelihood of their lawns being overcome by crabgrass as summer hits full swing.

• Recognize that routine lawn maintenance may not be enough. Even lawns that receive sufficient TLC can fall victim to crabgrass.

A proactive, crabgrass-specific approach to lawn maintenance is the most effective way to control the problem before it pops up.

• Apply a pre-emergent herbicide. Preemergent herbicides kill crabgrass seedlings as they germinate. While these herbicides are highly effective, they must be applied at precisely the right time. The right time to apply them depends on weather patterns.

While the manufacturer instructions should always be followed when applying herbicides, it’s essential that homeowners take weather patterns into consideration.

• Wait until the ground temperature rises above 60 F. Applying herbicides when the ground temperature is below 60 F might render the products ineffective. Gauging soil temperature can be tricky, but Lowes advises monitoring shrubs and trees on the property.

Once shrubs begin to bloom and trees bud, herbicide can be applied.

• Do not thatch or aerate after applying a herbicide. Thatching or aerating a lawn after applying a herbicide might break the product’s chemical barrier, thereby rendering it ineffective.

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Back to basics: The importance of real grass Well-maintained outdoor spaces increase curb appeal and can bolster property values.

They inspire kids’ imaginations and support healthy play. They make a homegrown neighborhood hangout, ideal for spending time together.

Whether you’re a first-time homeowner or looking for ways to improve your lawn maintenance skills, RISE (Responsible Industry for a Sound Environment) is sharing the benefits of real grass, and why you should grow some, too:

fetch with your furry friend or kicking the soccer ball with the kids, real grass is an always-cool surface to run and play on, especially when summer temperatures rise above 85 degrees.

Healthy kids need healthy outdoor spaces to play Nothing brings loved ones together like a grass yard. Your yard and the green spaces around your home are an invaluable extension of playtime, exploration and memory making. According to the USDA, kids and teens should be active for at least one hour every day. When kids get out and play, they not only spend valuable time together, but research shows physically active children achieve 40 percent higher test scores.

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Real grass spaces provide a blank slate of possibility. A place to escape screen time, play with loved ones and enjoy time together outside.

homes. Beyond curb appeal, a well-kept lawn transforms your backyard into a neighborhood hangout and an invitation for families to enjoy the outdoors. Desirable public parks and other recreational spaces can boost property values of nearby homes by 8-20 percent.

Grass keeps it cool when temperatures get hot Real grass makes for the coolest yard on the block, literally! Whether you’re throwing the Frisbee with your neighbors, playing

Real grass places to play boost property values Real grass yards make a great first impression for home buyers and are often a differentiating factor from other

A well-maintained lawn is a point of pride Green, trimmed and weed-free lawns create homeowner pride. While maintaining a clean-cut lawn may seem like a lot of time and effort, we’ve simplified upkeep into three easy-to-follow steps.

• Prevent. The best way to manage lawn care issues is to stop them before they start.

Take a proactive approach to caring for areas of your yard that could invite problems.

• Find. Before you choose a lawn care game-plan, make sure you understand common problems. For example, do you have brown or dead patches on your lawn?

Certain grass varieties may require specific upkeep. Once you understand your grass type, you can grow a healthy lawn and troubleshoot lawn and disease problems.

• Solve. This step depends on the problem you’re trying to solve. Are grubs eating your roots? Is a weed out-competing your grass?

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How color can affect your garden hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The NGA notes that pastels may looked washed out in the midday sun, so they might be best enjoyed early in the morning or late in the afternoon.

Complementary colors Complementary colors are those that are opposite one another on the color wheel.

When planting Orange and blue a garden, are examples of gardeners complementary can choose colors. According whichever to the NGA, color scheme complementary they prefer. colors can add creative energy and vitality to a garden.

Bright colors A garden full of bright colors like red, orange, magenta, and yellow can provide a landscape with vigor and energy. The NGA notes that brightly colored flowers can withstand especially bright sunshine, meaning gardeners can marvel at their Harmonious colors appearance even when the sun might be These colors are those that are next adversely affecting other plants and flowers. to each other on the color wheel, such as orange and red. The NGA recommends Pastel colors harmonious colors for gardeners looking Pastels, which include soft pink, powder to create a unifying feel in their gardens blue, lavender, and peach, create a tranquil without resorting to a monochromatic color feeling in a garden. This makes pastel scheme. Harmonious colors give off a perfect for those who want their gardens gentle feeling that can make for a relaxing to be a relaxing, peaceful respite from the garden atmosphere.

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Flower gardens can add color and aweinspiring appeal to a property. The National Gardening Association notes that gardeners can find nearly every color of the spectrum in flowering perennials. So whether you prefer soft pink, are partial to bright red or want to relax in a garden and gaze at something deep blue, chances are you’ll find a perennial to tickle your fancy.

The NGA offers the following breakdown of colors to help gardeners learn how their gardens can set the mood they’re looking for.

Monochromatic colors Monochromatic gardens can be aweinspiring even though they stick to a single color and don’t provide an array of awe-inspiring colors. The NGA notes that gardeners with monochromatic gardens make them interesting by using plants of various sizes and shapes.

To learn more about the effects of color on a garden, visit the National Gardening Association website at www.garden.org.

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he sounds of summer will again be carried by gentle breezes on the shore of Geneva Lake this year as George Williams College of Aurora University hosts Music by the Lake.

The annual summer concert series on the campus in Williams Bay presents world-class entertainment for music lovers of all ages. Now in its 19th year, the outdoor concert series boasts events in an open-air covered pavilion featuring reserved seating sections or general seating on the terrace.

Guests also take part in the tradition of bringing their own picnics, small tables, and chairs to enjoy the sights and sounds from pristine lawn areas.

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entertainment on weekends from June to August.

This summer’s concerts include: The Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra accompanying scenes on screen from Walt Disney’s original “Fantasia (1940) and “Fantasia 2000,” on June 23; One of country music’s legendary acts The Oak Ridge Boys bring 50 years of tradition to the Ferro Pavilion on June 29; Founding member and lead singer of Styx, Dennis DeYoung, showcases the group’s greatest hits with a sixpiece band on July 6; Judy Collins known for her soothing vocals and seamless guitar playing, makes her Music by the Lake debut July 15; ABBA tribute band Arrival from Sweden returns with uncanny voices and costumes reminiscent of Sweden’s biggest music export on July 28; the UK’s best-selling classical artist Russell Watson makes his Midwest debut on Aug. 10, performing with the Chicago Philharmonic Orchestra.

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Here’s a closer look at the acts slated for this year’s Music by the Lake outdoor concert series:

Arrival From Sweden: The Music of ABBA Dennis DeYoung and The Music of Styx Disney Fantasia Live in Concert with the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra Sunday, June 23, at 4 p.m.

Tickets: Reserved, Terrace and Lawn $15

Experience one of the crown jewels of feature animation with the Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra, led by Music Director David Anderson, accompanying scenes from Walt Disney’s original “Fantasia” (1940) and “Fantasia 2000,” highlighting selections from both films, including Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker Suite.”

Enjoy iconic moments from Disney’s stunning footage, such as Mickey Mouse dabbling in magic in Dukas’ “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” and the mythical unicorns and winged horses that accompany Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6 (“Pastoral”) on the big screen.

Saturday, July 6, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: Reserved $100-$85; Terrace $45; Lawn $30

Dennis DeYoung is a founding member of Styx and the lead singer and writer on seven of the band’s eight Top 10 hits. His live concert with six-piece band showcases Styx’s greatest hits spanning the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s.

The set includes eight Top 10 hits, such as “Lady,” “Babe,” “Come Sail Away,” “Too Much Time on My Hands,” “Best of Times,” and “Mr. Roboto,” plus classic rock anthems “Renegade,” “Blue Collar Man,” “Suite Madame Blue,” and “Rockin’ the Paradise.”

DeYoung’s voice is one of the most recognizable in the music world today and continues to inspire new generations of fans.

Sunday, July 28, 4 p.m.

Tickets: Reserved $85-$65; Terrace $45; Lawn $25

Back by popular demand, one of the world’s most popular 12-piece ABBA tribute bands returns to the Ferro Pavilion. From best-selling ABBA hits to uncanny voices and costumes reminiscent of Sweden’s biggest music export, guests will be whisked away.

Songs such as “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “Waterloo,” and “Take a Chance on Me” will be highlights of the evening. Arrival from Sweden was founded in 1995 in Gothenburg, Sweden, and very soon became one of the world’s most popular ABBA tribute bands.

A Special Evening with Russell Watson and the Chicago Philharmonic Saturday, Aug. 10, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: Reserved $80-$65; Terrace $45; Lawn $30

The Oak Ridge Boys Saturday, June 29, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: Reserved $80-$65; Terrace $45; Lawn $30

An Evening with Judy Collins Saturday, July 13, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: Reserved $80-$65; Terrace $45; Lawn $30

Known for her soothing vocals and seamless guitar playing, the folk, country, Every time they step before an audience, and rock ‘n’ roll singer-songwriter boasts one of country’s legendary acts brings 50 an iconic 55-album body of work, including years of tradition to their performances with numerous gold and platinum records. a distinctive and recognizable sound. Their Judy Collins is esteemed for her four-part harmonies and upbeat songs have imaginative interpretations of folk spawned decades of charted singles, earning standards and original compositions. Her them Grammy, Dove, Country Music stunning rendition of Joni Mitchell’s “Both Association, and Academy of Country Music Sides, Now” from her landmark album, awards.

“Wildflowers,” has been entered into the The group has received one double Grammy Hall of Fame, and her intimate platinum, three platinum, and 12 gold version of “Send in the Clowns” won the albums. Their hits include the country/pop Grammy Award for Song of the Year. chart-topper “Elvira,” as well as “Bobbie Most recently, Collins’ album “Silver Sue,” “Dream On,” “Thank God for Kids,” Skies Blue” was nominated for Best Folk and “American Made.”

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The U.K.’s best-selling classical artist travels across the pond for his Midwest debut, performing Broadway, pop, and classical favorites such as “Nessun Dorma” from Turandot, “Somewhere” from West Side Story, “Funiculì Funiculà,” and “Volare,” as well as songs from Les Misérables, Phantom of the Opera, and Chess.

Watson is joined by the Chicago Philharmonic, a collective of 200 of the highest-level classical musicians performing in the Chicago area today, led by Artistic Director Scott Speck.

Watson’s debut album “The Voice” held the No. 1 spot on the U.K. charts for a world record 52 weeks while claiming the No. 1 spot in the U.S., making him the first British male performer to hold a simultaneous transatlantic No. 1.

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Sunday, May 26 • 9:30 a.m. Chocoholic 5K/10K, Riverside Park and Seven Waters Trail, www. chocoholic.5k.run • 10 a.m. Festival and carnival open • 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Chocolate Experience Tent open • 2 p.m. Mad Bark, Main Stage • 3:30 p.m. 76 Juliet, Wanasek Stage • 5:30 p.m. Astro Blues Band, Main Stage • 7:30 p.m. Altered Five Blues Band, Wanasek Stage • 7:30 p.m. Generation Z, Cantina Stage • 8:30 p.m. Lunchmoney Bullies

Chocolate sculptures – like this Star Wars character – will be created and judged during Burlington’s ChocolateFest, which runs May 24 through 27.

Veterans Memorial Day Parade, which steps off at 9 a.m. on May 27. The parade is immediately followed by the traditional Memorial Day observances in Echo Park.

New this year is the Cantina Stage, which will host entertainment and music acts all weekend long, including hypnotist Chris Jones, Dirty Canteen, Exit Plan, Generation Z and more.

Additionally, the festival has multiple family friendly activities from a petting zoo to RC car

racing, Kidbuck$ Game Show, Grandpa Cratchet performance, Touch-A-Truck and a NASCAR exhibit.

Monday, May 27

Experience the chocolate While the midway, music and festival fun are always a draw, no trip to ChocolateFest is complete without a visit to the Chocolate Experience Tent.

That’s where festivalgoers can partake of all the mouth-watering goodness of the fest’s headliner – chocolate.

The tent hosts activities and events all weekend long for kids of all ages.

And don’t forget the free Nestlé Tollhouse Chocolate Chip Cookies!

The Chocolate Experience Tent is where the Chocolate Sculpting Competition

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On stage On the music front, Bella Cain returns to ChocolateFest to headline Friday night on the Main Stage. The popular country group takes the stage at 8:30 p.m.

Also returning to the festival are the Lunchmoney Bullies, Cherry Pie, Mad Bark and Squad 51. Other musical acts on the Main Stage throughout the weekend include the Day Rollers, Will Rock – Almighty Vinyl and the Astro Blues Band.

Music is a big part of ChocolateFest in 2019, including another performance by the Beatles tribute band, The Britins.

marketed a Chocolate Festival and gave Burlington the nickname of “Chocolate City U.S.A.” The first festival was in May of 1987 and entertainment was hosted at local school auditoriums and athletic fields.

Over the years, the event has grown to host tens of thousands of visitors each year on the ChocolateFest grounds in downtown Burlington.

For a full schedule of events during Burlington’s ChocolateFest, visit chocolatefest.com.

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Festival history According to the ChocolateFest website, the event began in 1985 when Bill Branen, Jack Berry and Dave Wright, of the Burlington Standard Press, along with Henry Spreaha and Henk Hasert of Nestle, Mayor Marty Itzin and the Burlington Area Chamber of Commerce, created the festival to draw tourists to Burlington and to celebrate Nestle’s 20th anniversary in the community.

With Nestlé’s help, the original organizers planned and

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runs, featuring area artists creating masterpieces out of large blocks of chocolate.

Other activities in the tent include the Chocolate River, Kids’ Sundae Challenge, Giant Cupcake Eating Contest, Giant Chocolate Jenga, kids cookie decorating and, of course, the chocolate-eating contests.

“One of the new things is the Chocolate River Duck Game for kids to win prizes,” said Arlene Runkel, one of the Chocolate Tent organizers.

The chef demonstrations have been a favorite of festivalgoers for years and will run all four days of the festival. Local chefs will demonstrate chocolate-themed appetizers, entrees and desserts and have samples available to the crowd.

“We have an expanded list of chef demonstrations, which means a lot more samples,” Runkel said.

The Chocolate Experience Taster tickets are $7 and entitle the visitor to 12 chocolate samples inside the tent.

Above: Wild carnival rides are provided by North American Midway Entertainment and Burlington Rotary Club each year at ChocolateFest.

Right:Fresh-baked Nestle Tollhouse chocolate chip cookies are available for all who enter the Chocolate Experience tent.

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Garden Club plant sale set for May 18 The Burlington Area Garden Club will host its 25th anniversary sale of hardy perennial plants, grasses, and shrubs, on Saturday, May 18.

The sale will be held in Burlington at Riverside Park, on Congress Street, East of Adrian’s Frozen Custard from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

The sale will be held rain or shine.

All proceeds are used for scholarships for students studying at the university or technical college level in fields related to horticulture and for the club’s garden grants program benefiting local schools and organizations.

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The Lake Geneva Symphony Orchestra will explore the lighter side as it wraps ups its season on May 18 with a concert titled Monumental Miniatures.

The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. at Calvary Community Church, Highway 50 at Harris Road, Williams Bay. Tickets are $15 each. Students are admitted free.

2018 Young Artist Competition winner, pianist Matthew Lian, joins the orchestra for the profound Mendelssohn Violin Concerto.

Also on the performance list are: Rossini’s Overture to La Gazza Ladra; the premier of Dana Wilson’s Hold Fast to Dreams; Smetana’s The Moldau; and selections from Carmen Suites by Bizet.

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One never knows what unique place or business they will discover while riding through the countryside of Southern Wisconsin One such place is Al’s Auto Body and Arboretum at W6866 N. Walworth Road in Walworth.

This surprising combination is the work of Al Ritchey, who has repaired automobiles at this location for 38 years and began developing the arboretum 28 years Hosta blossoms ago.

People have visited on Memorial Day weekend and the first weekend in June for the past 18 years to view Ritchey’s beautiful hosta gardens at the 3-acre arboretum.

Hosta Fest is, as the event is known, an exciting time for Ritchey.

“Each year the arboretum grew and more and more visitors came to see the many varieties of hostas and were so impressed with the varieties available that they would purchase them to add new varieties and colors to their gardens,” Ritchey said.

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strange. But for Ritchey, the two work well together and complement each other.

“Working in a body shop and indoors makes one want to go outdoors and take in the beauty of nature, and of course, contribute to that beauty,” he said.

“I originally began working with the hostas to add some landscaping around the body shop. It just kept growing.”

He began with a few beds of plants, and then added some pathways as his hostas expanded.

“The topography of the area was perfect for the hostas to thrive,” he said.

Being at the end of the Kettle Moraine, the land has softly rolling hills. And standing at the entry provides beautiful vistas.

“I started with the topography and designed around it. Mother Nature dictated the way the arboretum would be laid out.”

Hostas thrive in the Southern Lakes area.

The perennials are hardy and grow well in partial shade. After going dormant in the winter, the leaves again pop up in spring.

Hostas were originally found in Asia, especially China, Japan and Korea.

“They made their way to the United States, it is believed, from Japan,” Ritchey said. “They are a plant that grows well in somewhat shaded areas, and they make a great focal point in the garden. They are often used as edging around gardens.”

While the plants like a lot of water, they are durable.

“When there is dry weather, they slow their growth.”

There are many species of Hostas, ranging from those with single-colored leaves to multicolored varieties. Some have small or slim leaves while others produce gigantic “elephant ears.”

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Ritchey has more than 450 varieties, and growers are developing new ones all of the time.

Some varieties have interesting names.

Several years ago a four-color plant called Strip Tease was named Hosta of the Year.

Following in the same theme, its sister plant was named Hanky Panky while another was named Gypsy Rose. Another one will be called Burlesque.

“It puts on a better show than the rest of the group. It is described as a plant with dark green outer leaves, white stripes with a chartreuse center. A blue green center stripe completes this impressive plant.”

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“I am always working to improve the soil. Drainage is important to keep the plants healthy.”

Weeding also is important to prevent the plants from being choked out. One of the biggest problems is keeping garlic mustard out of the beds.

“I would get the garlic mustard plants out, then two weeks later they would be back. I don’t want to use pesticides on the plants, so there is a lot of physical work removing the weeds.”

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Ritchey has even more plans to make the arboretum better.

While there is a soft path, he wants to put in a brick walkway through at least part of the garden, especially in the lower areas, to benefit walking tours.

“Several years ago, Yerkes Observatory took down some smaller domes. The curved steel arches that made up the dome were being sent to the junkyard. I was able to obtain some of these pieces.”

He plans to build a small dome in the arboretum to keep this memory of Yerkes alive.

Taking on these massive projects requires a lot of time and physical work, which Ritchey somehow seems to fit into his busy days. His goal is to continue making this place a peaceful and relaxing place for all to enjoy.

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“We are the only arboretum outside of a municipality in Walworth County. The area of our arboretum is equal to about 3 percent of the open park space in the entire county.

We are proud to offer this space for the people of the area to enjoy.”

Each year new species make their appearance. Some are created by culture cultivation in the greenhouses, with many of the new plants being developed by Dutch growers. Both Dutch and U.S. growers hybridize new species. Japan also produces a large number of new species.

“Most of these are from natural mutation of the plants.

This has occurred in Japan since the dropping of the bomb in World War II,” Ritchey said.

The Compadre hosta is a plant that has mutated from the popular Emerald Tiara family.

“It occurred over 20 years ago here at our arboretum, following an application of a herbicide. Sometimes these changes occur, but they don’t continue; they are only temporary. So we just watched it in our gardens for many years, and I can truly say it never failed. This beautiful plant with chartreuse leaves and a dark green edge continued to grow. We registered it under the name Compadre because the hosta is a friendship plant.”

The plant grows to a height of 10 to 16 inches. At its maturity it will grow up to 20 inches wide. It has been a popular item with consumers at Hosta Fest, which is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 25-27 and June 1-2.

It will include tours of the arboretum. Food is available on-site and raffles are planned. Admission is free.

Throughout the summer visitors are welcome to visit the arboretum from dawn to dusk. Groups of more than 10 should register on his website.

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