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4 easy ways to enjoy fun and freedom on a boat this summer eady to make the most of your summer? Grab your friends and family and get out on the water. Boating gives you the freedom to explore the outdoors and offers added wellness benefits. Studies show being on the water improves emotional health, relaxation and creativity.

“The water is open to everyone and provides the perfect summer escape,” said Ellen Bradley, Discover Boating senior vice president. “If you’re looking to get away and spend time with your loved ones, it doesn’t get much better than being on a boat where you get to choose your own adventure, experience the unique joys of disconnecting from stress on land and have fun.”

From day cruising to fishing, sailing and watersports, boating offers something for everyone, and it’s more accessible than you may think. In fact, boaters come from all walks of life, backgrounds and areas of the country, with an estimated Summer 2022

100 million Americans going boating each year, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association.

Discover Boating is the leading resource for all things boating whether you already own a boat, you’re just getting started or simply want to test the waters. These insider tips provide easy ways to get on the water and make the memories of a lifetime this summer.

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Rental options are available on most waterways and provide hourly, daily or weekly access to a variety of boat types. Rental outfitters should provide tutorials on operating a boat, share safety instructions and offer suggestions on destinations. Another option is peer-topeer boat rentals, where most services allow you to search by zip code, find a boat near you and then connect with the boat’s owner, gather the details and hit the water.

Take the helm and become a confident boater. Sign up for a boating lesson to hone your powerboating, sailing or watersports skills by mastering the basics while having fun along the way. On-water training courses, watersports camps, youth boating programs and more are offered across the U.S.

Chart your own course to boat ownership by visiting DiscoverBoating. com, where you’ll find a boat finder and loan calculator tool to help determine your budget and identify the different types of boats that fit your lifestyle and interests.

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A little planning goes a long way in making a family fishing trip fun for everyone. Stock up on snacks, get the gear ready and don’t forget to take some videos out on the water.

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10 tips on how to have more family fishing fun There may be nothing more sweet in this big, wide world than gazing upon photos and videos of your kids or grandkids – with smiles a mile wide – holding up what they think is a huge “monster” fish (even if it’s just a small sunfish or bluegill), or photos of your family all together enjoying a day of fishing and having fun on the water.

If you love fishing and you want to share it with your family, it’s important to put a little planning in up front to help the experience go as smooth as it can to create those lasting memories and those stories that will be told for years of the monsters that were caught, and the big ones that got away.

To help you introduce the ones you love to a lifetime of fishing fun, the folks at Rapala, the legendary lure maker, offer these tips:

Cherish the little wins If you have smaller kids or beginners in the family, it’s likely they’ll be pulling up smaller catches. Though their sunfish might look measly to you, they might think it’s a monster! Hint, hint: So should you. Snap a picture to remember the beaming look on their faces and use this opportunity to show them how to conserve fish for future generations.

Let them guide you When and where it’s safe, let the kids “co-pilot” with you by operating your boat’s trolling motor and guiding you to the

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perfect spot. Kids want to experience what the adults do. Operating a trolling motor will give them experience in positioning the boat and learning how to approach a spot.

Include your partner Families come in all shapes and sizes nowadays. Use fishing as an opportunity to gather in the great outdoors and share some precious time together. Involve your partner or spouse, uncles and aunts, grandparents and close friends who feel like family. A day on or near the water can be a great way for a family to get away from our always-on digital world.

Use good quality gear Don’t skimp on cheap fishing gear. If your low-quality fishing gear breaks or malfunctions, it could ruin the moment.

Good gear doesn’t cost a fortune. Choose gear with a lot of positive reviews and fishing lures, like Rapala lures, which are well-known for catching fish. Similarly, be prepared for accidents that happen and practice patience if a rod tip gets broken, a fishing rod falls into the water, or a fishing lure gets stuck high up in a tree. Stuff happens.

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before handing over the rod. Remember to check the weather ahead of time so you can bundle up if it’s a crisp morning, and bring sunscreen and hats if the sun is blazing.

Bring a scale Practice catch-weigh-photo-release to get the family in the swing of things. You can even have a competition to see who had the heaviest catch! Weigh the fish caught with a Rapala scale, perfect for taking photos that display just how hefty your catch is.

Don’t forget the snacks!

Make everyone’s day and keep spirits high by bringing special treats along for the ride. Ask each family member their favorite snack beforehand to make sure everyone is included. The only ‘hangry’ ones on your fishing trip should be the fish!

Think beyond fishing Tell stories, take pictures, and bring coloring books for the little ones if they need a break. And remember, it’s okay if not everyone wants to fish. Some members of your family may not be too keen on fishing.

Make sure they feel welcome and invite them to read a book or do another activity while others in your family are fishing. They will surely want to be there when the others are showing their catches off.

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Tips on how to make this your best fishing year ever

You can smell it in the air. Every now and then, a warm, fresh breath of spring.

And to you and millions like you, that can mean only one thing … fishing!

As our country gradually warms up from a long, cold, nasty winter, now is the time to get ready to make this your best fishing year ever!

Here are 10 tips from the fishing enthusiasts at Rapala, the world’s bestselling fishing lure for the past 50 years, on what you can do now to be ready to hit the water and start catching.

Declutter the tackle box If you’ve been fishing awhile, no doubt your tackle box might be feeling a bit cluttered. On those cold, nasty days, bring the tackle box inside to the warmth of your home and pluck out the stuff that doesn’t work and focus on what does. Taking the time to organize your gear will help you spend more time fishin’ and less time messin’ with your stuff.

Put on fresh line What comes between you and a trophy fish? Your fishing line, of course. Don’t tempt fate. The experts at Sufix fishing line recommend changing out fishing line at least once a year. As you take off old line, look for frays and nicks – this may be a sign that one or more of the guides on your fishing rod is cracked or even missing.

Smooth fishing rod guides Use a cotton swab and run it around the inside of each guide of your fishing rod.

This will help you see if you have any cracks or breaks in your guides, which could cut your fishing line – when you have a fish on the line.

Watch fishing videos Getting outside and spending time on the water is what fishing is all about.

However, watching how-to videos on the Rapala YouTube Channel, which features more than 600 videos, can help you catch more fish year-round, on open water, in saltwater and on hardwater (ice fishing).

Sharp hooks equals more bites What’s the first point of contact with a fish? It’s the point of your fishing hook. Sharp hooks means you’ll catch more fish; dull hooks means you’ll be one frustrated angler. So take some time to replace hooks on your go-to lures.

It’s also important to select the right hook, too, say the hook gurus at VMC, one of the world’s largest fishing hook manufacturers. The mouths of fish vary from species to species, so make sure to Summer 2022

Take some time this year to intentionally teach someone about how to fish, or how to fish for a different species. It just may be your biggest catch of all.

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Go with your confidence bait Nearly every angler has their go-to lure.

It’s that one lure that seems to catch fish when all others fail. When you find your confidence bait, stock up on it. Have a few more of that lure tucked away in your tackle box for when you might need them even more. Don’t have a confidence bait yet? Well, you can’t go wrong with the lure that’s caught more world records than any other lure.

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Experiment more You wouldn’t play an 18-hole golf course with just a putter. Different lures are made to catch fish under different conditions. For example, Rapala offers freshwater lures, saltwater lures and ice fishing lures. It offers lures that can reach fish in any depth, from deep down to the surface. This year, treat yourself to a lure you’ve never tried before to • CONTINUED ON PAGE 17

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or George Kaider, local fly fishing guide and owner of In the Flow Fly Fishing, there is nothing he enjoys more than spending a day on the rivers and streams of Wisconsin, sharing his love of fly fishing.

He has been doing so for over 30 years, and he has perfected his skills in both fly fishing and in tying his own flies to use while fishing.

“I first learned to fish as a young boy,” Kaider said. ”My grandmother who enjoyed fishing, retired to Florida. There was a small pond on the property and when we came to visit, she would take me out to fish.”

While he enjoyed this fishing with his grandmother, it was not long before he became more interested in learning more about fishing, and not just standing casting and holding a pole waiting for the fish to bite. It was fly fishing that caught his attention.

Now over 30 years later, Kaider is an expert fly fisherman and guide, who enjoys not only fishing himself, but sharing his knowledge and talents with others. Teaching others has been a life long journey for him.

“Early in life, I knew I wanted to work with kids and I have done so as a teacher, counselor, assistant principal, and sports coach (football and wrestling),” he said.

“But over the years I have learned that teaching adults can also be rewarding.

Teaching and guiding fly fishing has been a highlight of my life.”

Kaider continues to work at Mundelein High School in Illinois as a counselor, traveling from his home in Lake Geneva each day. On weekends and during the summer, he turns his attention to teaching mostly adults how to fly fish and guides them on a day journeys down the rivers and streams of southeastern Wisconsin as he directs them to the best spots to find

above: George Kaider displays a large northern pike caught in a river. All fishing tours with In the Flow are catch and release. The fish is returned to the water after a photo is taken. right: This is one of many hand tied-flies made by Kaider and used on the fishing trips he guides.

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the fish. Here they then put into action what he has taught them earlier in the day.

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While Kaider has been arranging fly fishing trips for years, last year he decided to officially launch In the Flow Fly Fishing Guide Service. In the Flow Fly Fishing Guide Service offers full-day fishing experiences under the direction of Kaider, who is knowledgeable about the special places to find the fish.

“Each experience is different depending on the client,” said Kaider. “When a client calls to set up an event, we have a long conversation, much like an interview on both of our sides. I need to know what are their goals for the day and what experience they have. With more information I can set up a program to meet their needs. I want them to have a great experience whether they are a beginner or an expert. During the interview, the prospective client also learns more about me and my method of teaching and what they can expect from the day.”

After he speaks to the client he begins to put together the day. For the beginner, the day will begin with a 60 to 90 minute session on casting. This will be held on dry land as the fundamentals of casting are explained. These will include proper stance and grip. The physics of managing the fly line to direct it to the area where the fish are located and to keep it from tangling will also be addressed.

Once the fundamentals are learned, they will move into a wading session. Here Kaider will teach them how to safely wade into the river, how to target the fish, and how to retrieve the fly that is used for bait once the fish is caught.

“We do a catch and release method of fishing on all our trips, to protect the environment. This way the population of fish remains for others to enjoy,” added Kaider.

Taking to water

Once the basics are learned, they will move from wading into the raft and begin their float down the river. Kaider will sit in the middle section and man the oars for the entire float, steering and directing the raft. He can take two fishermen on the raft during each trip. One is placed in the front and the other in the back.

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top: Proper technique is key to successful fly fishing. Guide George Kaider offers hours of training prior to taking clients to the water. right: Kaider says the goal of his service is to help clients become one with nature.

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possible to observe them and correct any problems,” added Kaider.

He also noted that more lines being cast makes for tangled lines especially when they are just beginning to learn how to cast correctly.

They will spend the next five hours on the float as Kaider points out the places where there are fish. The type of fish that they will pursue will depend on what the fisherman wants to accomplish. Usually, they will be able to catch a trout. Bass are a bit more difficult to capture and require a bit more finesse. So, if they just want to catch a lot of fish, they will be directed to spots where the trout gather.

Lunch is prepared by Kaider, often freshly grilled bratwurst along with trimmings and sides. Lots of Gatorade is on board to keep everyone hydrated. Being out in the fresh air makes everyone hungry and ready to eat.

For the more advanced participants, the day is planned a bit differently. If they already know how to cast, they forego the onshore casting basics and the two hours wading in the river. Instead, they head directly to the raft to prepare for their nine-hour trip. They will spend eight hours fishing and have a one-hour rest during which lunch will be prepared and served.

“Sitting in the raft for the extensive amount of time that we are in it can become very tiring. So, at times I will stop the raft and send them into the river to stretch their legs and do a little fishing while wading.

Good exercise and good for circulation,” added Kaider.

Gearing up

Dressing correctly for the day is important. Participants are advised to bring their own waders and footwear. If they don’t have waders, they should wear quick drying clothing and shoes that can withstand being in the water. Wearing the waders throughout the day, even during boat time is suggested because of the time when they enter the water to stretch. They are especially recommended in the boat in the spring and fall when the weather is cooler.

A hat and sunscreen are also good ideas to bring on board. Other than that, no other supplies are needed. In the Flow Fishing supplies all the fly rods and flies.

“All of the flies I use are hand tied by me,” Kaider said. “Learning to tie flies that have the appearance of food attractive to the fish takes time. The flies are each tied in such a way that they do resemble the types of food each individual species searches to obtain.”

Creating the flies is not just a method of putting together a variety of colored threads or strings but creating one that actually can move in the water as the real bait would.

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that mimic the patterns of the live bait they crave. Or they search for the frog patterns that float on top of the water.

Each of the hand-tied flies takes more than an hour to create. If well made they will last the season.

Safety on these trips is important and Kaider is a Class 5 whitewater kayaker and is certified in swift water rescue.

One with nature

“Going out into the rivers and streams and enjoying the time takes you into the zone. Here you are in a state of mind where time seems to stand still,” Kaider said. “While continuously casting, it becomes a repetitive pattern where one concentrates on the movement and is able to forget about problems, work, and responsibilities.

You quickly become one with nature.”

Spending the day on the boat, friendships are also often established.

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Like any sport, proper instruction is needed to be the best you can be and to especially learn the basics correctly.

“You wouldn’t head out on a golf course with a set of clubs and expect to be successful without some instruction about what clubs to use in which situations,” added Kaider. “Same is true of fly fishing. You need to learn the basics and learn where the fish you hope to catch gather before starting out on your own. I am here to help you do so.”

Contact In the Flow Fly Fishing Guide to set up a day’s fishing experience that will teach you not only how to fish but to truly get “In the Flow” with nature.

In The Flow Fly Fishing offers a variety of guided trips including driftless trout wading trips, smallmouth bass or pike wading or float trips or salmon wading trips. The choice is up to you.

Visit In the Flow Fly Fishing guide service at intheflowflyfishing.com or call 262-325-1159 for more information or to set up a guided trip. Phone calls are accepted from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.

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or residents of Antioch and the Chain O’Lakes region, the PM&L Theatre is the place to enjoy high quality live entertainment. The theatre though has suffered through the pandemic as most other businesses have with closures and restrictions because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Located in the historic theatre building on Main Street in downtown Antioch, PM&L Theatre has once again returned to production, providing live entertainment to the community. It is exciting to see the lights back on in the 1914 theatre and productions again open for the entertainment of the community.

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“We were ready to open a new production in 2020 when the lockdown occurred. Since we were ready to go, we left the set on the stage waiting for the State of Illinois’ decision on whether could reopen,” said Guy Finley, vice- president of marketing for the theater and a member of the performing group.

Unfortunately, the reopening did not occur as quickly as expected.

In December 2021 the stage set was removed and another put up for the holiday favorite, “A Christmas Carol.” Finley said the response was amazing and the show became the third highest grossing production. Each year during the Christmas holiday season a different holiday play is presented.

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Local theater group returns to live production There is a three-year cycle with “A Christmas Carol” being presented one year, “A Christmas Story” possibly the next and then a random Christmas movie that changes before going back to “A Christmas Carol” the following season.

In February, they moved on to open the popular play, “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” an adult comedy that was enjoyed by full audiences for the three weekends it played.

“Our seasons usually start in August but not so this year. This should have been our 60th season but because it is not a full season nor was our last one, we are calling it our 59th-and-a-half season,” shared • CONTINUED ON PAGE 14

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Finley. “Next year when we go back to full seasons, we will celebrate our 60th season.”

Forming the group The PM&L theatre stands for Palette, Masque, and Lyre, the symbols of the artist, the actor, and the musician. The group came together in 1960, when 12 people, interested in producing art work, plays and concerts, each contributed $10 giving the group a grand total of $120 to bring culture to Antioch. The goal was to produce shows, music and art exhibits, which would benefit local community groups such as the Antioch Women’s Club, the Lake County Mental Health Group, and various local school PTA organizations.

It did not take long to realize that the group needed to expand to be able to produce programs for the community with some regularity. Membership was broadened to provide help with the productions and funds to support the theater productions, especially needed once the PM&L group found a home.

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That home was to become the Crystal Theatre, built in 1914 as a Vaudeville house and a place to enjoy the silent movies of the day. It was perfect for performing and located in the center of the community’s business district on Main Street. It was here residents came to enjoy silent movies and vaudeville shows as they were presented. In 1946 the name of the building was changed to The Lakes Theatre where the focus was showing movies especially the newer talkies until it closed in 1954.

The PM&L group was offered the chance to rent the old Crystal Theatre in 1963. With the responsibility of the upkeep of the theater it became obvious they needed to increase their group membership.

They began to produce more programs to allow them to develop the additional funding.

The increase in membership also provided more volunteer hands. They were successful enough to not only manage to maintain the building but in 1982, they had enough funds to purchase the building, although they did so with some trepidation.

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Over the years the space has been remodeled and updated for the comfort of those attending the shows, numbers which continue to rise.

They went on to purchase the building next door, a storefront, after receiving a donation. This building had been built around 1940. This space was converted to Tribute Hall, which offers drinks and snacks one hour before curtain and during intermission. The hall also added some practice space and room for smaller productions. Improvements to the building continue to be made.

Pandemic response To safely reopen to the public and to still protect their guests and cast members, many improvements and changes have been initiated during the pandemic. .

Originally, refreshments could be purchased and taken into the theater to be enjoyed while watching the performance.

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These changes were initiated before the state put in their restrictions according to PM&L management as they were concerned about their guests.

Tribute Hall will still offer drinks and snacks one hour before the performances and during intermission but they must be enjoyed in Tribute Hall and not taken into the theater.

Drinks will be served in individual containers, while snacks will be individual servings. They ask that when you remove your mask to drink or eat that you remain with your own group, maintaining a distance from other visitors.

“We have also introduced no cash purchases either at the box office or at the concession stands,” shared Finley. “We do not require proof of vaccination for attendance at our performances.”

They have also hired a professional cleaning company to provide a thorough cleaning of the theatre between performances to assure cleanliness for the patrons.

Visitors can be assured that breathing the air at PM&L Theatre is safe, according to the management.

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above: The building that now houses PM&L Theatre opened in 1914 and was located adjacent to the Antioch Fire Department. from top right: The Crystal Theatre opened in 1914 as a venue for silent movies and vaudeville acts. The elegant marquee and decorative front of the building stood out on Main Street. Its name was changed to the Lakes Theatre in 1954; The PM&L Theatre as it appears today. The community theater group purchased the building in 1982 and has since purchased the adjoining building; An artist’s rendering depicts the new marquee that the PM&L Theatre group is raising funds to create. They hope to have the theater’s façade appear much as it did in the early 1900s.

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makes the whole theater safe with fresh air for all to breathe, management said.

During the pandemic when the theater was closed cast members worked together to produce and record two classic plays during the summer. These productions were “Sweet and Twenty” and the second was “Yesterday.” These one act plays could be downloaded for a donation of $10 to be enjoyed at home and are still available.

Downtown dining After spending so much time at home during the pandemic, are you now ready for some time out with friends and family?

Are you ready to enjoy a live play? Why not make it a regular dinner and show evening with friends?

Check out the many restaurants in downtown Antioch to find a comfortable place for dinner before an evening performance or after an afternoon matinee.

Downtown Antioch offers a variety of restaurants, one that is sure to have something to please your palate. It will turn your visit to a play into a complete night out.

“We are working to provide a partnership with some of the local restaurants so that a combination play and dinner can be purchased as a complete package,” Finley said.

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and watch how they manage to catch fish even in the most difficult conditions.

Understanding what they do can improve your real-world, on-the-water fishing.

Upcoming productions With the successful presentation of “I Love You Your Perfect Now Change” in February, followed up with the Tennessee Williams” play, “The Glass Menagerie,” the theater’s production of “The Old Ringers” opened May 20 and runs until June 5.

The play is a bawdy, adult comedy and is strictly an adult affair, Finley said.

“In this hilarious comedy, prolific American playwright Joe Simonelli spins a farcical yarn about five New York seniors who come up with a creative way to make some extra cash to combat a shrinking economy and their depleted pocket books,” the PM&L webpage states. “After receiving an obscene phone call during a coffee get together they decide to go into business for themselves by opening a home phone sex service. The only impediment being protagonist Diane’s disproving fundamental Christian daughter whom they must keep it a secret from.”

Financing productions At this time PM&L Theatre is embarking on its first capital campaign to replace the marquee and install one that will return the look of the facade more in line with its 1914 look.

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“We are attempting to raise $50,000 ourselves,” said Finley, “and are grateful for any additional funding or matching funds.”

Volunteering PM&L Theatre has been a volunteer group since it was first organized almost 60 years ago. The theater continues to work with volunteers to build the sets, act in the productions, serve refreshments during productions along with serving as ushers for productions and anything else that needs to be done to continue providing the community with artistic endeavors.

Many of the volunteers are long-term members who work for the group in a variety of way. Finley has been a member since he appeared in his first production here in 1985 when he was 13 years old.

“It was there that I met the woman who was to become my wife as she too was in that production. Of course, it was years later before we became a couple,” Finley said.

The theater group is always looking for volunteers and donations and volunteers are always appreciated.

PM&L Theatre is at 877 Main St., Antioch.

To volunteer or to purchase tickets, reach them at 847-395-3055 or online at www.pmltheatre.com.

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Fun ways to keep kids occupied over summer break Kids look forward to summer vacation every year. The last day of school gives way to less structured days when kids can spend more time outdoors and less time cracking the books.

Summer vacation can be a dilemma for parents, especially in households where both parents work full-time. A pandemicrelated increase in remote working has made that problem somewhat more manageable, but even parents working from home must find fun way for kids to stay occupied until the new school year begins.

No two kids are the same, so parents may need to try various activities on for size until they find something their children enjoy doing during the lazy days of summer.

Day camp Day camps provide much of the structure of school without all the homework or time spent indoors. Many parks and recreation departments run summer day camps for kids. Camps can be generalized or specialized. For example, some may offer an array of activities, including sports and nature walks, in a given day, while others may focus on a single activity, like musical lessons or

science-based programs.

Camps run by local parks and rec departments do not typically last all summer long, which parents should keep in mind when enrolling youngsters.

Reading Parents may be surprised by how much their children enjoy a good book. A recent poll from the National Education Association found that 70 percent of middle school students read more than 10 books a year. The National Literacy Trust reports that roughly 45% of children between the ages of 8 and 11 enjoy reading “very much.”

When suggesting to children that they read more this summer, parents can note the many ways that reading for pleasure differs from reading for school. Point out that kids won’t have to submit book reports and emphasize that they can choose their own books.

Depending on children’s ages, introduce kids to a series like “Harry Potter,” which is a set of seven fantasy novels that has helped millions of young people across the globe discover and develop a fondness for reading.

Weekly visits to the library, where kids can pick from hundreds of books, can

get youngsters even more excited about reading.

Play dates Play dates are a great way to make kids happy and take a little off of parents’ daily plates. Arrange routine summer play dates with children’s school friends, neighbors and/or cousins. Parents can alternate hosting responsibilities so they can get work done at home and enjoy a break when it’s not their turn to host.

Find something free Perhaps in recognition of the need for affordable, family-friendly fare, many communities now host free events for kids and their parents each week. Weekly movie nights under the stars and concerts in community squares are popular in many communities, but those same towns also may host events specifically for kids during the daytime.

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This ultra-compact model is powered by six AA batteries and features a builtin carrying handle and speakers, so you make music wherever and whenever you want. Weighing less than 8 pounds and small enough to fit into a slightly oversized backpack, it’s the perfect instrument for onthe-go adventures.

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Great food Barbecues are always popular, but you don’t need a huge grill set-up to entertain guests outdoors. In warmer weather, you may prefer to keep guests cool and well-fed with light bites like Vietnamese summer rolls, charcuterie, fresh dips, seasonal veggies, cold pasta and fruit salad.

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Lawn games like cornhole, Spikeball and oversized Jenga are perennial favorites.

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The sun is shining, a warm breeze is blowing and you’re itching to get outside.

You finally step out the door, and what do you see? A vast, empty space with untapped potential.

When it comes to designing your backyard staycation station for the summer, you want to make a BIG statement. After all, this is the place where you can be the hostess with the mostest, ready to mix up some margs at a moment’s notice or mingle late into the night by firelight.

Patio and outdoor spaces can be tricky to style and decorate, which is why Big Lots has created a step-by-step guide to deck out your backyard this summer.

Maximize value and comfort The foundation of any space is furniture.

Determining which outdoor furniture to purchase is as simple as viewing it as an extension of your living space. Think about how it will be used and how many people will use it.

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for a fire pit. Or maybe you’re planning on hosting a neighborhood potluck around a massive outdoor dining table.

Catching some poolside rays will require some lounge chairs with, of course, a side table to hold your vacation drinks.

Gazebos, sofas, tables, chairs, swings and matching coolers are all important pieces to consider when designing your space. And because this furniture will be outside and exposed to the elements, don’t forget to look for items that are trendy and affordable.

Light up your night To fully maximize use of your outdoor space, you’ll next need to focus on lighting. And if you’ve ever wondered to yourself: am I fancy enough for an outdoor chandelier? The answer is yes.

You can also try mixing and matching candle-lit statement lanterns to give chill vibes to all who come by. Another option would be to create a focal point with a fire pit, which comes in all forms these days, from grand outdoor fireplaces to smokeless metal drums and classy table centerpieces.

If you want to set the mood while keeping the bugs away, hang up some string lights and the bugs will fly high as you lie low.

Delight in the details Now we’ve arrived at the really fun part decorating your new space. Some of the top trends in backyard accent décor themes right now include bohemian, farmhouse, coastal and mid-century. Regardless of the theme you choose, one of the first elements that will tie your space together is an outdoor rug. The brighter the pattern, the better!

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Racine counties to protect land in its natural state for the benefit of It is the beauty of nature – the people and nature. They do this by protecting land in perpetuity green grasses, multi-colored from development. flowers, the beautiful canopy of “In addition to protecting trees, and the unique wildlife that the land from development, the brings many outdoors.

Seno K/RLT Conservancy also Away from the hustle and produces a variety of outreach bustle of developed lands we programs many of them with often seek refuge in the open lands when possible. Who doesn’t the Kenosha Parks Alliance and Southport Park,” said Stacy enjoy a day hiking through Santiago, Executive Director of forests, breathing in the fresh air and enjoying the beauty of nature Seno K/RLT Conservancy.

Before it became the and especially the magnificent conservancy, Dr. Elvira Seno canopies of the trees towering established a tree farm on her overhead? late 1880s farmstead of 127 The Seno K/RLT acres. She wanted the land to Conservancy, on Highway P be maintained as accessible and south of Burlington, is a nonused for an education center that profit land conservation agency that serves both Kenosha and • CONTINUED ON PAGE 28 CORRESPONDENT

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focused on sustaining forestry.

She, along with her brother, planted an additional 50,000 trees.

In her estate plan for the farm, she included a monetary gift to renovate the barn so that it could be used for the educational classes she believed were important to educate people on the need to protect the land. Thus, the Seno Center was created.

Meanwhile Dr. Shirley Peterson who owned a vacation property about three miles from the Seno Center was of a like mind. She wanted to preserve her woodlands and wetlands, which she named Drumlen Farm, and encourage environmental education.

She too donated her 83-acre Students from the Boys and Girls Club work together to create a nature’s mandala as part of an Art in Nature Program. A mandala is a geometric configuration of symbols.

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Protecting 1,200 acres In 2014 the Seno Foundation and the Kenosha Racine Land Trust merged and today as Seno K/RLT Conservancy the group protect more than 1,200 acres of land within Racine and Kenosha Counties.

“Some of the land is owned by the conservancy and other parcels are protected by conservation easements.

The conservation easements protect the land in perpetuity from development while ownership is maintained by the individual,” Santiago said. “The conservancy offers the owners advice on care with guidance to protect the land.”

The Seno K/RLT Conservancy offers a variety of educational programs for both children and adults. Some of these programs are offered as community outreach programs with the Kenosha Parks Alliance. Many are held in Southport Park or other Kenosha and Racine parks, allowing local children to learn about nature while remaining in their own neighborhoods.

Many schools attend field trips held at Seno K/RLT Conservancy and the children sparkle in the natural learning environment. Their eyes widen as they discover bugs and “critters” up close.

They enjoy the wonder of butterflies and nature at its best. Programs teach them many things about nature that those who spend their time in the cities never learn.

“One of our programs focuses on the five senses and is geared to children from 4 to 6 years of age. Science based programs, such as our Land of Ice and Fire program, for ages 11 to 14 years, looks at geology and glacial formation,” said Santiago. “Art in Nature for children 4 to 12 years can be a community outreach or as a field trip.

The children focus on observation skills as they create an outdoor art project.”

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of making maple syrup, a process that has been a part of Wisconsin’s history for centuries. The process itself goes back to the history of the Native Americans who lived in this area long before the European immigrants arrived.

Participants learned how to identify a maple tree, the first step in learning to tap a tree and when it’s time to tap the tree.

“It is the time when there are still freezing nights and warmer days to allow the sap to flow when tapped,” Santiago said.

In addition to learning to tap the tree, they were taught the process of sap to syrup and the traditional sugaring techniques. The event ended with gathering around a fire and enjoying some storytelling.

Outdoor events If you are looking for a unique setting for a private event, consider renting the buildings of Seno. The buildings and grounds are available for events such as showers, weddings, birthdays and anniversaries.

For weddings, the facility best accommodates 100 to 150 guests. Food must be catered as there is only a limited small kitchen, best for keeping items warm not for cooking.

A tent can be setup on Memorial Field if there is a need to accommodate more guests. Parking becomes limited as the guest numbers increase. Riding together is always encouraged.

Contact Seno K/RLT for more information about holding The Maple Sugaring Family Program is a favorite for both children and adults to learn how to tap maple trees.

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Seno K/RLT is a non-profit corporation and as such is dependent on donations by both corporations and individuals to cover the costs of maintaining the conservancy and presenting the many programs that teach others about nature.

Memberships also help support Seno K/RLT. Members a newsletter that is published twice a year to keep up to date on all that is going on at Seno K/RLT. Under the direction of new board President Mark Lesko, who has been both a long-term board member and Seno volunteer, the group is working together to provide more learning experiences for both while working to protect the natural spaces from development in perpetuity.

“To do this work we are always in need of volunteers,” said Santiago. “Volunteers are needed for a variety of tasks. They do everything from actual work on the property to see that it continues to prosper, to suggesting tree and plant ideas. They may also work with the field trips and provide educational materials.“ Volunteers are always welcome and needed.

As weather warms, take the time to visit Seno K/RLT and enjoy the beauty of the area. It trails are open dawn to dusk. There is no fee but donations are gratefully accepted.

Seno K/RLT is at 3606 Dyer Lake Road (Highway P), Burlington. Additional information is available by calling 262-5393222, or online at www.senokrlt.com.

top: This award-winning burr oak tree at Seno has been identified as being over 200 years old. above: A view from the trails at Seno K/RLT Conservancy. left: These students visited Seno Woodland Center for a fall field trip.

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How motorcyclists can stay safe while riding Many people are drawn to motorcycles because of the intensity and excitement riding provides. Motorcycles are fun and routinely draw attention from other motorists.

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passengers have the highest risk of fatal injury among all motor vehicle users.

Per mile traveled, motorcyclist fatalities occur nearly 28 times as often as passenger vehicle occupant fatalities in traffic crashes.

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IMPROVE VISIBILITY Reflective tape added to clothing can help motorcyclists become more visible to other drivers; otherwise, wear bright clothing colors. Also, riding with others as a group increases visibility.

FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE BIKE Motorcycle riders are not advised to take an unfamiliar bike into busy traffic. If the bike has never been ridden before, become familiar with its handling and responsiveness in a controlled area that isn’t full of traffic before taking it on the open road.

STAY OUT OF BLIND SPOTS Consumer Reports says roughly two-thirds of all motorcycle accidents are caused by a car driver violating a motorcycle rider’s right of way.

Motorcycle riders should never assume a driver sees them.

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ADJUST FOR WEATHER Riding in the rain or in other difficult conditions is more risky since the roads are slippery. Slow down or keep the bike at home in inclement weather.

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Have you been to the Volo Museum lately? If not, this is the year to visit as new displays are being opened this summer that will be enjoyed by the entire family.

No longer just an auto museum, but also a variety of other displays including the addition of the dinosaur exhibit at Jurassic Park, which made its appearance last year.

Add the new trains from movies, an experience known as the Titanic Exhibit, the Duesenberg Room, a new ice cream parlor with locally sourced ice cream and other new exhibits all scheduled to be open by this summer, and there is enough to enjoy for several visits.

Jurassic Park brought a new and very popular exhibit to the Volo Museum.

Dinosaurs of every kind and size are displayed here. While there is a small,

outdoor-themed playground built for children younger than 12 and a few large dinosaurs to be enjoyed outdoors, the majority of the museum is indoors, a perfect place to take the kids on a rainy day.

“Indoors there are over 40 animatronic dinosaurs, set in realistic settings as one winds their way through the park” said Jim Wojdyla, marketing manager for Volo Museum.

The dinosaurs can be seen swishing their tails and growling loudly throughout the exhibit, sounds that will thrill (or frighten) visitors. Each display has a placard telling the history and facts about the specific dinosaur on display.

Hopefully your children will give you time to read them, and they too will enjoy learning more about each special dinosaur as they move into each new exhibit.

There amid live plants, to look like the home of the dinosaur, visitors take a walk through life as it was millions of years ago when these dinosaurs roamed the earth.

Many of the exhibits, including this one, are interactive. Children will enjoy panning for fossils and learn more about the skeletons of the many dinosaurs. They can also dig in sand to find their fossil as they experience being an archeologist for the day.

Volo suggests bringing ear protection for people who are sound sensitive, especially for young children. Earplugs are also available for sale in the gift shop if you forget to bring your own.

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This is one of the 40-plus animatronic dinosaurs in the Jurassic Park exhibit; it is a favorite of both children and adults. Visitors to the Volo Museum enjoy reading the facts about the dinosaurs while the children are enthralled, and sometimes frightened, by the loud roars.

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Tickets can be purchased online or at the entrance to the park.

A BIT OF HISTORY In 1960 when the Grams family purchased the 35-acre, 110-year-old property that had previously been a dairy farm, it was not imagined that the property would be turned into the museum that it is today. The land is located in the little village of Volo, but back then it was not an incorporated village. When incorporated in 1993, the number of residents was less than 3000, and it has not grown a significant amount since then.

While the family planned to live in the farmhouse and open a resale shop in the barn, which they did, it was the Grams teenage sons, Greg and Bill, who changed the focus of the property as they began to follow their passion of collecting old cars and repairing them. As their collection grew, friends and neighbors would stop by to view their collection.

Eventually, they began to sell some of the autos they restored and realized there was an interest in old automobiles, and possibly some money to be earned when restoring some of the old models.

The business grew from there as the family worked together to create the unique collection of automobiles including a variety of autos from movies and television shows that attracts visitors from around the world.

The project has grown to encompass the majority of the 35 acres of the Grams farm as more buildings were built to house the many classic automobiles. A walk-through the automobiles on display can take several hours if one spends the time to enjoy the various automobile displays. Perhaps you will find an auto that is remembered from your past.

From a single pole barn with a gravel floor, no heat, or plumbing to today’s multibuilding museum, the Grams boys built a major destination for over one half million visitors from around the world each year.

The family still owns the business and now the third generation of Grams are actively working on site.

“Many of our visitors are senior citizens, who are enjoying this trip into their youth as they may recognize autos from their past,” Wojdyla said.

“But we are also a family-focused museum and welcome families of all ages. There is much to please anyone whatever their age or interest.”

OTHER ATTRACTIONS It is not difficult to spend a whole day meandering through the many buildings of the auto museum alone. Whether you are there to look at autos you remember from your childhood or those special automobiles that seemed to do unbelievable stunts in movies or on television, you are sure to find the special ones you remember.

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top: This Batmobile was from the 2005 “Batman Begins” movie. It was one of the seven original Batmobiles made and used in the movie. middle: The Duesenberg was first created in the 1920s and reproduced in the 1970s at a cost of $500,000. The new Duesenberg Room will display the car. bottom: The engine of the train used in the movie “Inception” arrived at the Volo Museum on a truck chassis as it had appeared.

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interesting items to enjoy, including early motorcycles and bicycles, along with the old time animatron musical productions such as the one from Chuck E Cheese in the 1970s and 1980s. Today it can be enjoyed in the pizzeria, when one stops for lunch or a snack.

Another favorite place to enjoy is the area known as the Coney Island exhibit. This area houses the popular 1927 carousel with woodcarved horses. Who doesn’t enjoy a ride on the carousel from the youngest child to adults who reminisce about their youthful days?

The Coney Island exhibit area houses one of this year’s new exhibits – the Ice Cream Parlor.

“The ice cream is purchased from a local manufacturer to assure great quality,” Wojdyla said. “Being in this area is a step back to days of being on the Coney Island pier when music, and ice cream were enjoyed by all visitors.”

“There are plans to add a beer garden to the property,” Wojdyla said. “We are still working with the village on obtaining the liquor license, then we will proceed to build the beer garden.”

TRAINS, BOATS AND AUTOS Equally important to sharing views of a variety of classic cars, is the museum’s place as leader in the world’s collector car sales. There are four buildings of automobiles up for sale and they can be viewed on line to help buyers decide if the classic car they hope to buy is available and in their budget. Enjoy viewing

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If you have been around the Volo Museum, you may have noticed some major changes as some of the ground is being graded and a number of cranes can be seen in the yard. The Hollywood Train Tour will be opening soon.

Recently the train used in the movie, Inception, which starred Leonardo Di Caprio, Tom Hardy, and Joseph Gordon- Levitt was delivered to the Volo Museum.

The train arrived on an extended semitruck chassis and was driven onto the grounds. According to the video on the Volo Museum website it was not easy to drive because of the limited vision and the extreme length of the car. The driver was guided by directors on either side of the train. The inside of the train car suffered some damage during the transport and will have to be rebuilt.

“When all the train cars arrive and the ground has been graded the train display will open. There will be seven movie trains in all,” Wojdyla said. “Hopefully by June, they will all be accounted for and at home here in Volo.”

The Titanic exhibit is another of the special exhibits currently being worked on that they hope will be completed this summer. The exhibit will be the home of a replica of the 1912 Renault that was used in the movie. It was the car where Rose and Jack, principal characters in the movie Titanic got to know each other as they sat in the car to enjoy some private time. The original Renault went down with the ship.

There will also be a display of fashions of the time and an interactive picture display.

The Duesenberg Room will be the place where the most expensive car will be on display. That is the Duesenberg. The original Duesenberg was created in the 1920s prior to the Depression. Because of its extreme cost, it was discontinued during this trying time.

In the 1970s the Duesenberg 2 was created which sold for $500,000. It was a huge machine and not meant for general public use due to size and cost.

Two other displays will be completed this summer honoring two popular movies that used special cars, which the museum has obtained. “Fast and Furious” and “Ford vs.

Ferrari” will each have a display completed this summer.

Spending a day at the museum is an allday event if you want to see a wide variety of the displays. Whether you are there to enjoy the variety of classic automobiles on display or to enjoy Jurassic Park, the train rides and other new displays, there is plenty to enjoy.

The Volo Museum is located at 27582 Volo Village Road, Volo. Contact them at 815-3853644 or visit volocars.com. The museum is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. No admittance after 4 p.m.

Purchase tickets online or at the gate.

Parking is free. Discounted combination tickets for Jurassic Park and the Auto Museum are available.

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Hobbies that suit a summertime vibe Summer is the season of R&R. When the mercury rises, who can resist a backyard hammock or the sound of waves lapping against a picturesque shoreline?

The relaxing nature of summer makes it the perfect season to revisit old hobbies or pick up new ones. Hobbies can run the gamut from the complex to the simple, but when choosing a habit to pick up this summer, individuals may want to look to these somewhat relaxing endeavors that are tailormade for warm days and nights.

READING Individuals who have long wanted to read more should know that they’re not alone. A 2019 survey commissioned by the reading subscription service Scribd and conducted

by The Harris Poll found that 35 percent of respondents wished they could read more.

Finding time to read more may be difficult during spring, summer and fall, when parents must contend with their own hectic schedules as well as their children’s. Even individuals without children or empty nesters may find it difficult to carve out time to read in a typical day. But people who aspire to read more can take a book to the beach or out on the deck on a warm afternoon or evening. Leave the

together when their schedules slow down in the summer. It’s also a great way for adults to spend quality time with aging parents.

PHOTOGRAPHY Summer seascapes and landscapes are awe-inspiring, making this an ideal time of year to take up photography. Novices can begin by utilizing their smartphone cameras to take snapshots of local landscapes. Once the skill of pointing and clicking has been honed, amateur photogs can graduate to more expensive and precise cameras.

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GARDENING Gardening is another hobby that coordinates well with a summertime vibe.

Gardening gets people outdoors, giving them a chance to soak up some summer sun and engage in an activity that’s rewarding but not too physically demanding. One of the biggest attractions of gardening is that it can be enjoyed by people of all ages. That makes it an ideal hobby for busy families to enjoy

SAILING/BOATING Though it might involve a little more physical activity than reading, sailing and/ or boating is an ideal summertime activity.

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Swimming pools are welcome additions to yards, but everyone needs to remember safety is vital when around water.

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Pool safety essentials to live by A backyard pool can be a wonderful summer oasis. Swimming immediately cools people off on hot and humid days, and even provides thorough exercise that works many different muscles in the body.

And summer revelers know that swimming and splashing in the pool is an entertaining activity for people of all ages.

Though pools are great summer spaces, one downside of pool usage is the potential for drowning. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that, every year in the United States, there are an estimated 3,960 fatal unintentional drownings – an average of 11 drowning deaths per day.

In addition, around 8,080 nonfatal drownings occur. It’s important to note that many of these incidents are unrelated to pool usage, as boating and even bathtub accidents contribute to drowning as well.

But a 2020 review of 2,213 unintentional immersion deaths and other water-related injury deaths in Canada by the Canadian Red Cross found that immersion deaths were most likely to occur when swimming and wading.

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Pools are fun, but it’s a great responsibility to keep all swimmers safe. The following are some pool safety measures to put into effect.

LEARN LOCAL ORDINANCES Local ordinances will spell out which precautionary measures are required by law for people who have a backyard pool.

These often include a fenced yard, a fence around inground pools that is at least four feet high, self-latching gates, and/or pool ladders that can be locked or closed when the pool isn’t in use.

RELY ON NON-SLIP SURFACES The pool environment can be wet and slippery. Utilizing materials like non-slip deck surfaces or rougher concrete finishes around pools can help reduce some slips and falls. The pool resource Poolonomics says people should be instructed to avoid running near or around the pool.

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INSPECT RETURNS, DRAINS PoolSafety.gov warns that hair, limbs, jewelry, or bathing suits can get stuck in a drain or suction opening in a pool or spa.

Broken or missing drain covers should be replaced immediately and no swimming should occur until the issue is remedied.

INSTALL OTHER BARRIERS Barriers, alarms and pool covers can save lives and prevent access to pool water when the pool area is not in use.

TAKE A CLASS Learn how to swim and perform CPR. Families can take swimming lessons to become better swimmers. Learning how to perform CPR on adults and children can save lives. Courses are available at many hospitals and community centers or through the Red Cross.

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Events that bring residents of a community together in one place have been on the back burner in recent years.

As the world has dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic, communities have scaled back on public events in the hopes of limiting crowds and preventing the spread of the virus.

Since 2021, such restrictions have been loosened, especially in spring and summer, as more people get vaccinated and scientists learn more about the virus, including how it’s transmitted in outdoor settings compared to indoor settings.

The return of spring and summer mark a great time for local leaders to add more events to their community calendars. The following are some fun event ideas that can help communities reconnect in the months to come.

CRAFTS FESTIVAL The digital advertising agency NMPi noted in a report titled “Impact of COVID-19 on Arts & Crafts Retail” that the rise in pandemic-related self-isolation led to an increased demand for arts-andcrafts. As the world emerges from the pandemic, community leaders can provide residents an opportunity to showcase their newfound talents by hosting a crafts festival.

Invite established professionals to showcase and sell their wares and encourage local hobbyists to do the same.

This is a great way to promote local businesses and connect residents with neighbors who love to spend time working on arts and crafts.

CONCERT SERIES Summer concert series are fun and potentially lucrative for local businesses.

A 2016 analysis of a popular local concert series in northern New York State determined that a summer concert series sponsored by the Disabled Persons Action Organization allowed more than $1.6

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Local events like crafts festivals, concert series and farmers markets are a fun and effective way to foster a strong sense of community in towns and cities.

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million to flow through local economies.

That’s welcome news for local businesses that have been hit hard by the pandemic, and it’s also welcome news for leaders who want to rebuild a sense of community in their towns and cities.

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Reduced food miles means less fuel consumption and reduced air pollution, both of which benefit the environment and human health. But farmers markets do more than that, as they provide access to healthy foods to individuals who might otherwise be unable to find fresh fruits and vegetables. And farmers markets support local farmers and growers, reassuring consumers that their hard earned money is going back into their own communities.

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1869, the three-story Riverside Hotel became a staple on the Northeast corner of Riverside Drive and Elm Street, along the Fox River in McHenry.

The hotel, which was built by John Wire Smith and D.S. Smith, used local materials including McHenry artificial stone made from clay retrieved from the local clay pits found in the area.

The hotel was a resort hotel, a place where visitors to the Chain O’Lakes mostly from the city of Chicago, found a place to relax and enjoy the clean fresh air and the beauty of the Fox River and the Chain O’Lakes, as they escaped from the soot filled air of the city.

Many came to McHenry because of the ease of arriving from Chicago on the train, which made its appearance in McHenry in 1854. They would arrive at the train station located in the area known as West McHenry. From here, the visitors would be transported to Riverside Drive, originally by horse and wagon, and later by automobile.

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enjoy the beautiful lotus blossoms that bloomed along the lakes. Grass Lake especially was noted for the heavy growth of the lotus flowers, so thick that lanes had to be cut through the flowerbeds to allow the boats to travel through.

The Riverside was a hotel for the time, with a third floor ballroom offering high end entertainment and dancing and was also rented out for weddings and other events. Balconies lined the outside of the hotel, allowing visitors to enjoy the outside view when strolling along the balcony.

These promenade balconies allowed visitors to completely encircle the building.

Remember these were the days before air conditioning so a cool stroll around the hotel enjoying the fresh breeze from the river was often needed.

The Riverside Hotel went through a number of owners and name changes over the years. It was remembered for offering the American Plan, which included three full meals per day for $2 per day with meals served in the dining room. For an extra 25 cents per person, the meal could be brought to their room.

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many families building their own summer cottages, the hotel was less prominent in the vacation plans of the visitors. The use of the hotel changed.

“A pub opened in the basement in 1942.

Many think it was named the Fox Hole because of the Fox River but it wasn’t.

It was actually named in honor of the World War II veterans who were returning home after serving their country, many spending time in fox holes,” shared Lianna Zimmermann, owner of the Fox Hole.

On the back wall of the dining area is a special mural. which was created by McHenry artist Frances Bacon around 1960. The scene is of the Riverside Hotel as it looked around the early 1900s.

Automobiles were becoming popular, especially the types pictured in the mural.

You may note that the roads of the day were unpaved and were shared with the horse drawn carriages still found in the area. The owners of the automobiles did not like sharing the streets with the horses because of the excrement they left on the street, which covered the tires of the autos. The horse owners did not like the automobiles sharing the streets because the drivers would blow their horns and scare their horses.

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top: This serene mural focuses on the beauty of the lakes. It was the lakes that brought visitors to the area to enjoy the fresh clean air and boating and fishing on the water. above: The Pelican on the eastern wall of the Lakes Realty building was one of three outdoor murals created for the Summer Arts Festival. This one was created by Elaine Sinclair. opposite: This mural depicting life in McHenry in the early 1900s was painted in the Riverside Hotel around 1960 by local Muralist Frances Bacon. Several years ago, it was restored by muralist Elaine Sinclair of McHenry.

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Clothing in various styles is depicted on the citizens pictured at the hotel, along the street, and driving their automobiles.

When attending a fancy hotel such as the Riverside, proper dressing was expected, whether traveling by automobile or horse drawn carriage. Oops watch for that horse on Elm Street.

Mural restoration Local muralist Elaine Sinclair said by the 2000s the mural was falling into disrepair. The paint was peeling and there were large cracks in it.

“Some of the cracks were as large as 1/4 inch. The mural was painted in oils and the paints used at that time had too much linseed oil in them,” Sinclair said.

Lianna Zimmerman who owns the Fox Hole did not want to see the mural disappear.

“So, I hired Elaine Sinclair to come and restore it,” Zimmerman said.

Sinclair was contracted to restore the mural. She met with friend and fellow artist, Lucy Tonyan, owner of the Studio of Art on Pearl St. in McHenry to request her help in restoring this huge, and very historical mural. They, along with some help from another local artist David Becker, began the job of restoring the work.

“It was a huge project to restore because there was so much detail in the painting,” said Sinclair. “Restoring a mural is sometimes more difficult than creating a new one because you aren’t there to give the work your own look but to restore the original artist’s work.”

Outside mural In McHenry Sinclair is also known for many local murals including one that she created for the VFW post in McHenry. The mural itself is 45 feet long and pictured is a gigantic bald eagle with its wings extended. The bald eagle is the national bird of the United States, so designated in 1782.

The mural can be seen and enjoyed from Highway 120 in front of the VFW Post 4600.

Outside murals of Fox lake When visiting the Village of Fox Lake, take the time to meander down Grand Avenue into the downtown business section of the community and enjoy the beauty of the three large, outdoor murals painted on the sides of buildings. These murals reflect the history of Fox Lake and its importance on the Chain O’Lakes.

In 2019, the Village of Fox Lake as part of their Summer Art Series, commissioned three major murals to be placed in the downtown section of the community. All three sites were located on Grand Avenue,

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above: The Riverside Hotel as it looks today. No longer a hotel, the Riverside House rents small vintage apartments and still has the pub, The Fox Hole, known for its pizza on the lower level. opposite top: The largest of the three outdoor murals, this mural incorporates the history of the area including the arrival of the train to the area. right: Recently some of the bricks needed replacing on the wall holding the pelican mural. Now the mural is in need of a touchup to restore it to its original beauty.

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just east of Highway 12. An easy walk and a place to enjoy not only the murals but the downtown train station and the variety of businesses.

Walking east on Grand Avenue from Highway 12, the first mural one will encounter is the Pelican located on the east wall of the Lakes Realty Building, 16 E. Grand Avenue. This mural is 13 feet, 4 inches high and depicts a larger-than-life White American Pelican.

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The White American Pelican was chosen for this mural because the pelicans migrate north through the Chain of Lakes each spring, arriving in the area usually around March, before continuing their northern migration. At that time of year, the pelicans can be seen especially in Pistakee Lake and Fox Lake, This mural depicts the pelican on the shore of the lake, with a lotus blossom at his feet. The Chain O’Lakes is especially Summer 2022

known for their lotus flowers which grow in the lakes, especially in the shallowest of the lakes aptly known as Grass Lake where wild rice also grew.

This mural now unfortunately needs restoration as some of the bricks that it was painted on needed to be replaced, taking out a section of the pelican.

According to Elaine Sinclair who is the muralist who created this mural, she hopes that they will be repairing it soon.

Further east on Grand Avenue the next mural will be seen. Located at 68 E. Grand Ave., next to the PNC bank and visible from their parking lot is the second of the murals created in 2019. The mural is on the west side of the building and is

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painted in paler colors giving the mural a serene quality. It too features the lotus blossoms with many of its petals blowing in the wind. The lake with its vibrant blue water, matching the blue sky overhead plays an important part in this mural just as the lakes play an important part in the communities which surround them.

Off on the right side of the mural are rowboats, which at one time were the most popular boats on the chain, used for transportation to and from the resorts and for fishing.

Across the street at 71 E. Grand Avenue is the largest of the murals. This one covers the entire west side of the Dollar General Store and is filled with memorabilia of Fox

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Lake as it was in days of old.

The first scene is of downtown Fox Lake is it looked in the early to mid of 1900s.

The autos depicted appear to be from the mid-1900s. The lotus blossoms are seen growing in the lake with a viewing stand above. The train, which arrived in Fox Lake in 1884, is pictured in the upper righthand corner.

While the Summer Arts Series creates new and different displays for the community each year. Some of them, such as the anchors that were painted, were later sold to raise money to benefit the community. The murals, however, remain a part of the city, to be enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.

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