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win the ght against
wasted produce by storing

fruits & vegetables the
right way

sWtoAraRgSe
By Rebecca White Body
I thought I knew everything I needed to know about produce
storage. This was my system: In seeking to mend my produce-
1. Buy produce. wasting ways, I’ve been surprised,
2. Shove produce in refrigerator’s crisper drawers. delighted (and to be honest, a little
3. Try not to forget about produce. overwhelmed) by the wealth of
This system had the virtue of convenience but yielded dubious online resources a simple Google
results. Fortunately for me, I have seven chickens and a compost search for “how to store produce”
pile, so I could refer to my waste as “returning this crop to the can yield. It turns out that each fruit
land.” Unfortunately for most chicken-less city dwellers, much of and vegetable requires the kind of
their waste ends up as stinky garbage. individualized attention that you
would normally reserve for, say, your
children.
Embarking on the path to proper
storage is worth your time, though.
It will save you money, and Mother
Earth will appreciate your efforts:
According to Scienti c American
Magazine, produce rotting in
land lls produces 34 percent of
U.S. emissions of methane, a potent
greenhouse gas.
Another problematic produce-
related gas is ethylene, which is
produced naturally by many fruits
and vegetables as they age. Common
ethylene producers include apples,
avocadoes, bananas, pears and
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While this gas doesn’t affect human health, it could ORANGES & OTHER
reduce the quality of nearby produce. On the plus CITRUS CROPS: These can be kept at
side, you can tap the power of ethylene to quickly
ripen fruit; just pop a banana in a paper bag with the room temperature for a couple of days or refrigerated in
fruit you want to ripen. the vegetable drawer for up to two weeks. Avoid keeping
them in a plastic bag or airtight container, which can
FRUIT | storage promote softness and mold. Mesh bags are a good
option. You can also juice citrus fruits at risk for passing
Here are tips for storing popular fruits from the UW- their prime.
Extension and Emily Schwartz, a dietitian af liated
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Frozen berries
are a great option during the off-
season. Since they’re frozen at the peak of ripeness,
their nutritional value can rival or even exceed that of
fresh berries, especially fresh berries that have been
shipped long distances. Frozen berries are usually good
for about six months and shouldn’t be kept longer than
a year.

BANANAS: These can be kept

unrefrigerated in a bowl or hanging from a fruit
hook; they should be kept away from other ethylene
producers. Over-ripe bananas can be used for baking or
in smoothies. You can also peel and slice them, then put

the slices on a cookie tray and freeze them.
You can put the frozen slices in a plastic
bag and keep them in the freezer for
later use, or you can blend them
in a food processor for about ve
minutes to yield a surprisingly
ice-cream-like substance.

PEARS: Pears should be left out until they’re keep them from sprouting. If they do sprout or develop
green spots, cut off the green parts before using the rest.
ripe, then refrigerated for no more than a few days.
Wrapping them individually in paper will help prolong TECHNICALLY FRUITS BUT
their storage life. USED AS VEGETABLES

VEGETABLE | storage AVOCADOES: Keep them unrefrigerated

BROCCOLI: Don’t wash when they’re still unripe. You can refrigerate them for a
few days once they hit your desired level of ripeness.
broccoli heads until you’re
ready to use them. They can BELL PEPPERS: Peppers can be
be refrigerated in an open
plastic bag, ideally in a crisper refrigerated or kept in a cool, dark, dry place. If you do
drawer set to high humidity, for refrigerate them, make sure the temperature isn’t set
up to a week. below 41 degrees; colder temperatures will increase
their rate of decay. They’re also sensitive to ethylene
CARROTS: Carrots should and should be kept away from ethylene producers.

be refrigerated in perforated plastic bags in a drawer TOMATOES: Cold
set at high humidity; make sure to keep them away from
ethylene producers. temperatures turn the sugars
in ripe tomatoes to starch and
SALAD GREENS: It’s important deteriorate their skin, so they
should be left unrefrigerated.
to keep greens dry in order to prevent decay, so don’t Make sure to check them
wash them until right before you want to eat them. If regularly and remove any that
they’re dirty enough that you must wash them, make are starting to decay.
sure to completely dry them by spreading them out
between layers of paper towel s or clean dish towels In general, make sure the produce you’re storing is of
and patting them dry before you store them. Refrigerate good quality—no tears in the skin, rotten spots, etc. –
them loosely packed in a perforated plastic bag or a since these can reduce the fruit or vegetable’s storage
solid container lined with paper towels. When properly life. Perforated bags, commercially available “green
stored, most salad greens should stay good for 7 to 10 bags,” or bags made of fine mesh help prolong storage
days. Thicker leaved greens like spinach, kale and life by allowing ethylene gas and excess moisture to
chard can be sautéed in olive oil or butter and eaten escape.
alone or added to soup, chili, etc. You can also freeze For the cyber-savvy among us, there’s a FoodKeeper app
these greens by blanching them for two minutes in designed to help consumers effectively store all sorts of
boiling water, then plunging them into ice water to stop foods, produce among them. You can learn more about
the cooking. Once cooled, transfer them to freezer bags it at Foodsafety.gov. You can also explore the resources
and squeeze out as much of the air as possible, then available on the Eau Claire County UW- Extension’s
store in the freezer for up to six months. website at http://eauclaire.uwex.edu.

ONIONS: Onions should be stored in a cool, REMEMBER: Even if worse comes

dark location like a pantry or basement (make sure to worst, don’t let a few discouraging losses deter you
they’re not near a heat vent). Some people like to stuff from including lots of fruits and vegetables in your diet.
them into old pantyhose with a knot tied beneath each Your body will thank you for it.

onion, hang the whole thing, and then cut off White Body is a freelance writer based in Augusta.
an onion from the bottom when it’s needed.

POTATOES: Like onions,

potatoes require a cool, dark location; low
light and humidity levels are needed to

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By James Peters, United Way of the Greater Chippewa Valley (originally published in the January, 2015 United Way of the
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More than one in three women and one in four men in the United
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Children living in households where domestic abuse is taking place
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A bachelor’s guide

TO ONLINE DATING

...From a guy who’s been there, tried that

By Chuck Rupnow

Shoes? Really? It’s the shoes? photo? Who are these people online?
Really, this is the way to meet someone?
After a nearly 45-minute pleasant conversation Yikes!
at a coffee shop with an attractive woman I’d But, I guess it’s now the way to go. After
met online, she glanced under the small table and all, could all those commercials about
commented. online dating success be inaccurate?
And, for $10 a month, what could go
“Do you always wear those shoes?” wrong?
But which one? I’d heard some sites
Huh? That’s one of only a few seemingly were for hookups (I had to ask a
“Do you always wear shoes like that?” bizarre episodes from the online dating millennial what that was).
I responded that I did, but not every scene that started for me several years Zoosk matches people based on their
day. I mean, they were basic black dress ago. I have met some very nice women behaviors, and eHarmony pairs folks
shoes. I have others, maybe not clean, and in two cases developed a longer with the personalities and lifestyles that
but others. relationship, but there have also been complement each other.
“Oh, I could never date anyone who some doozies. Tinder only matches people who “swipe
wears those.” I’m not sure why I started the online right” before allowing them to chat
I looked at my shoes, wondering if I dating experiment. It had been decades in the application. Only women can
accidentally put on my green-stained since I’d been dating. I found out fast initiate contact when using Bumble.
lawn-mowing ones, and then looked that things have changed! PlentyOfFish is available in ve
back at her. I determined she was I had never been much of a bar scene languages. OurTime is for people older
serious and decided that if shoes were person. That didn’t seem to be a good than 50 years old.
more important than personality, beliefs, place to try and meet someone — again, As weird as it seemed, I dove in, not
life experiences and other attributes, I at 62 years old. sure what to expect.
likely hadn’t found a match. I’d heard of online dating, but not being First there was the pro le thing with
a savvy social networker, I was, to say all the categories — faith, race, leisure
the least, a bit apprehensive. activities, etc. Certainly I couldn’t talk
to my buddies about this.
OK then, it was nice meeting you. Off After all, what information did I need
I went. to put out there? How do you upload a

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“Oh, you’re one of those,” shesaid.

How am I going to make me sound with parking on Saturday afternoon at several women who admitted they are
interesting? What type of person was I, a church in the Woodbury, Minn., area, on sites simply to meet men for brief
and what kind of person was I looking which I do once a month, and would be encounters.
for? Geez this is tough. attending church Sunday in Eau Claire. Show an up-to-date photo. If you claim
Describe yourself. Huh? I figured we could do something either to have an “athletic and toned” body
I’m not sure what I put down for my Saturday night or Sunday afternoon if shape, make sure the photos are at least
profile and I haven’t dared look back at she was interested. close to that claim. That’s not always the
it. I cobbled something together that I “Oh, you’re one of those,” she said. case from what I’ve seen.
thought might not be too intimidating, “What?” Photos! Oh my goodness. They are, for
boring, revealing or scary, and managed She went on to say that she had other me, extremely valuable.
to find a photo that wasn’t too offensive. ideas for Sunday mornings and she The ones I appreciate are simple,
Then came the hard part – payment and couldn’t date a “churchgoer.” usually displaying nice smiles in
hitting enter. I wasn’t sure if I wanted it I’ve had several women ask me to see relaxed situations. I don’t need many,
to be accepted or not, but it was. their places no more than 30 minutes sometimes only one, if it is pleasant.
Now what do I do? into a meeting, suggesting I could stay I don’t care for ones where the pet is the
Not one to routinely check emails, and as long as I wanted and they had any main subject of the photo, or the selfies
unfamiliar with the online dating thing, toiletries I might need. I might be a taken in front of a mirror. If you have
I didn’t know how this worked. little out of touch, but I knew what that one photo, don’t make it the one where
Eventually I received some responses meant. you have sunglasses on, or one where
and I viewed those of others. Now I had a recently-retired executive, after it’s a group photo and you don’t identify
came the time to actually contact and about 20 minutes, ask if I wanted to go which one you are.
eventually meet these women. with her on a 10-day trip to Italy. All I One I still laugh about when recalling
It’s difficult to judge someone simply by had to do was come up with $10,000. all this is a photo of a woman holding a
correspondence and photos. I’d heard I passed. cat by its front legs in front of her. The
accounts from others who had tried I agreed to meet one woman in Eagan, cat’s body stretched to the floor and the
online dating that not all the photos Minn., again, at a coffee shop. I texted woman could barely be seen behind it.
were up to date and that others were that I had arrived and she said she was I have been on two sites and favored
actually doing the correspondence. also inside. I didn’t spot her. the one where I got to scroll through
For obvious reasons, I am not including A woman, not nearly similar to the a substantial list of possible matches
names in the following accounts, but the photos I had seen, sat down next to me. instead of the service picking only a
vast majority of the women I met with She said she didn’t resemble her photo select few over months of subscription.
were from the Twin Cities area. because they were of her daughter. This What’s really interesting is when you
When asked what might have attracted woman was in her late 70s and told me run across someone you already know
me to those that I met, I’d have to say the only way she could meet men was and read her profile.
a combination of their responses to by using her daughter’s photo and lying I was amazed by one site, when I
questions, photos and profile. I did not about many aspects of her profile. provided a distance limit for matches,
meet with anyone that I did not first After a brief conversation about how that most of the possibilities were from
speak with on the phone. To me, that lying isn’t the best way to make a good Texas and Indiana, way out of that
was very important. impression, I said good-bye. range.
For the most part, the women I met were Mostly though, the meetings have been The key for me is knowing myself and
very congenial, and most first meetings very relaxed and it was easy to tell early the type of person I wanted to share
were at coffee shops. on if there was any kind of spark. time and adventures with. That makes it
I had several women receive calls I’m not online any more, but I do have all a lot easier.
shortly into our meetings, learning later a few suggestions for those who are The whole process has been worthwhile
that they had arranged for friends or thinking about it. — allowing me opportunities to meet
family to call in case they needed an In all cases, be genuine, with photos a number of people and to evaluate
excuse to leave. None ever did. and profiles. Lying about any aspect of myself.
I met a woman in Hudson for coffee on who you are or what type of person you It might not be for everyone, but for me,
a Friday. We seemed to hit it off well are searching for won’t be beneficial. it was worth the risk and challenge.
and tried to arrange another meeting. Be up front if you are looking for a
She asked what I was doing for the long-term relationship or not. I’ve had Rupnow lives in Eau Claire and is a
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Bras: More than 95 percent of women in western culture wear
bras, according to a report by National Public Radio.
We love them,
We hate The same report cites historians who say that cloth worn
across women’s breast, as an undergarment fastened in
them, Are the back, began in ancient Greece.
we wearing
them right? In Western Europe, corsets were to support the World War I effort
worn by women attempting to meet resulted in a metal shortage.
By Deb Hagen-Foley the Victorian ideal gure of a tiny
waist and large bosom. Quickly replacing corsets was the
modern bra, crafted in 1914 in the
Corsets, generally made of metal, U.S. by Mary Phelps Jacobs, better
restricted women’s movement known as Carrese Crosby.
and breathing while forcing them
into an unattainable physique. Her rst bra-like creation
Physicians blamed corsets for was spontaneous, the result of
fainting spells and muscle atrophy. frustration over a corset and
corset cover poking through her
Fortunately, in 1917, the U.S. War sheer gown, according to her
Industries Board asked women to autobiography, “The Passionate
stop buying corsets, according to Years.”
the NPR report.
With the assistance of her maid,
Demands for metal to make the rst brassiere was formed from
ammunition and other supplies two handkerchiefs and some pink
ribbon.

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The other women at the party were But do you need to wear
astonished at Jacob’s freedom of one?
movement and asked her to sew bras The pencil test, attributed to Ann
for them too. Landers, was used as a guideline to
determine when a girl should begin
At 19, she started a business and wearing a bra. A pencil is placed
applied for a patent for the brassiere, in the fold on the underside of the
which was later sold to the Warner breast. If the pencil does not fall, this
Brothers Corset Company for $1,500, indicates the need for a bra.
equivalent to more than $25,000 in Wearing a bra is a personal choice, as
Patent Design for a “backless brassiere” by Mary Phelps Jacob, today’s dollars, as reported in her there are no known health benefits to
Wikimedia/Public Domain autobiography. it.
In a 15-year study of 330 women
Even to this day, some women lament aged 35 and younger led by Jean-
Jacob’s invention. Denis Rouillon from the University of
Franche-Comte on the effects of bras,
“Bras are horrid torture devices,” said Rouillon, a sport science researcher,
Lisa O’Keefe, of Eau Claire. “They found that women who didn’t wear bras
are stupid. I would put tape over my had perkier breasts.
(nipples) . . . if I thought I could get “Medically, physiologically,
away with it.” anatomically – breasts gain no benefit
from being denied gravity. On the
Surely some women who share contrary, they get saggier with a bra,”
O’Keefe’s disdain for bras are Rouillon said.
experiencing discomfort because The same advice may not hold for
they’re wearing the wrong size. older women, Rouillon noted.
More Millennials are opting to go
Here are some tips to make sure braless in favor of a natural look over a
the fit is just right: pushup bra, according to a 2016 USA
Today article.
• If the cups of your bra wrinkle or Carly Mallenbaum of USA Today states
your breasts don’t fit inside the that Fruit of the Loom and Victoria’s
cups, the cup size may be wrong. Secret report greater demand for wire-
free and unlined bras over padded bras
• If the center of the bra doesn’t and those with underwires.
sit against your breastbone or
the band rides up your back, the
band size may be wrong.

• To determine your correct bra
size, measure around your rib
cage, under your bust. This will
give you your band size.

• To get your cup size, measure She cites market research that
loosely around the fullest part Millennials favor sports bras, and that
of your bust. Round up to the searches for the bralette were up 121
nearest inch. The difference percent in 2015.
between this number and your A bralette combines a traditional bra
band size is your cup size. with a sports bra.
Victoria’s Secret launched a new
If the difference is 1, you are an A cup. unpadded bralette collection this year.
If it’s 2, you are a B cup, and a three- Advancement is great. Just don’t bring
inch difference is a C cup, etc. These back the corset.
band and cup size together are your
correct bra size. Hagen-Foley, a Chippewa Falls native, is a
If you lose or gain weight, take your researcher, educator and freelance writer based
measurements again. Professional bra in Wisconsin Rapids.
fitting is available at Victoria’s Secret
and the lingerie department of major
department stores.

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Her Pictured is a bridge over
the Eau Claire River at
OUTINGS Boyd Park Monday, May

22.

Photo by Marisa Wojcik

htiakakee:

A detailed guide of hiking, biking &
sightseeing trails in the Chippewa Valley

By Emily Vanda

The summer sun is beckoning, and Duncan Creek Parkway, Chippewa Falls
that means it’s time to get out and
Starting in Chippewa Falls, right in the heart of downtown, you’ll
answer its call. nd the Duncan Creek Parkway trail.
Though you may be enticed by Perfect for walking, running, cycling and in-line skating, this scenic
the unparalleled sights of national trail is a 10-mile paved route that winds through Chippewa Falls.
parks and well worn famous trails, Its easy access and waterfront route makes it ideal for a daily jog or
you don’t have to travel hundreds walk.
of miles to lose yourself in nature. The trail passes Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company, follows
Grab your friend, grab your pup Duncan Creek and heads northeast near Timbers Terrace Golf
and head to one of many prime Course.
It’s well maintained and connects to the Old Abe State Trail north of
hiking trails and parks in the Highway I/Wissota Green Boulevard.
Chippewa Valley.
Brunet Island State Park, Cornell
Follow this guide for tips about
the best trails and parks, including About a half-hour drive northeast of Chippewa Falls is Brunet
Island State Park.
those good for longer day hikes This park is a 200-acre island located in the Chippewa River and is
and others for shorter trips that t accessible by bridge. The park has eight miles of hiking.

in your busy schedule. Cont. on pg 24

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Bikers follow the new reminder
trail on Eau Claire’s for bikers
West side.
Remember if you’re biking, walkers
Photo by Marisa Wojcik and joggers have the right of way.
According to REI, an outdoor gear
supplier website, “…mountain bikes
are considered more maneuverable
than hikers’ legs, bikers are generally
expected to yield to hikers on the
trail.”
But this isn’t always adhered to,
especially with more advanced trails
that have steep inclines or sharp
curves. Even on the paved trails, keep
your eyes up and be aware of your
fellow outdoor adventurers.
You can nd more etiquette
guidelines speci c to Wisconsin
Trails on the Wisconsin DNR website,
or you can ask your local DNR or
park ranger for a trail etiquette
brochure.

Cont. from pg 23 The most popular times for hiking and biking in Chippewa
Falls are in spring and fall, McCullough said, alluding
Zachary Thon of the Department of Natural Resources to the times when she receives the most calls about trail
talked about the gorgeous views and prime shing you will usage.
nd here. The trails are usually open year-round as people use them
He said there are several small trails on the island, ideal for skiing and snowshoeing in the winter.
for hiking, that are sometimes used for skiing in the winter. Hikers are taken through the Riverview Reserve and can
The trails take you right by the water, and you’ll get to see connect to Duncan Creek Parkway and Old Abe State
some beautiful woodland vistas and possibly spot some Trails.
wildlife on your hike.
A vehicle admission sticker is required, and the island is Old Abe State Trail, Chippewa County
accessible via Park Road in Cornell.
There is one trail, the nature trail, where pets aren’t Several trails connect to Chippewa County’s paved 20-mile
permitted, but they are allowed on a leash on the rest of Old Abe State Trail.
the trails. McCullough said it’s mostly used for biking, but people do
The park is pack in, pack out, meaning any trash you a fair amount of walking there, as well.
accumulate on your trip must be taken with you when you The asphalt trail is well maintained with incredible water
leave. views as it follows the river. Just remember that if you
bring your pet, you need to keep them on a leash and be
Riverview Heritage Trail, Chippewa Falls sure to clean up after them.
The trail is free to those walking or jogging. You only
For an off-the-beaten-path experience in Chippewa Falls, need to pay for a state trail pass if you are biking, in-line
check out the Riverview Heritage Trail. skating or horseback riding.
“It’s a hidden gem,” said Ally McCullough of the Some points of entry are at Highway O in Lake Wissota,
Chippewa Falls Chamber of Commerce. Highway S in Jim Falls and Highway 64 in Cornell.
McCullough said the trail comprises paved and rustic The trail connects to Brunet Island State Park.
options and is right on the water, giving hikers glimpses of
the Xcel Energy Dam.

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Heading a little farther south to the city of Eau 15 years of laughs,
Claire, you’ll nd even more trails and parks that
are perfect for a short excursion or day trip. memories & PROSTS!
You can’t talk trails in Eau Claire without
mentioning the city’s Parks and Recreation Article provided by Jackie Boos, Tourism Director, Chippewa Falls Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center.
division.
That department is responsible for about 30 miles 2017 marks the 15th Annual Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest!
of recreational multi-use trails.
“The paved trail winds all through the city, Chippewa Valley residents and visitors from across the
connects to different parks and takes advantage Midwest gather to celebrate their German heritage with
of the river corridor,” said Todd Chwala, from the an authentic, family friendly festival. Each year Chippewa
Parks and Recreation maintenance division. Falls Oktoberfest welcomes over 14,000 attendees
You can bike, hike and in-line skate on the trail, through the gates to enjoy over 30 bands performing
and it’s open year-round. Pets are welcome on a a variety of live music on four stages Friday through
leash. Sunday.
After asking Chwala if he had a favorite park or
trail in the Eau Claire area, he said simply, “All Oktoberfest o ers a family friendly, toe tapping or full
of them.” dancing, kid’s games and in atable fun, stein holding,
The Chippewa River Trail runs for a little more sauerkraut eating contests, and many authentic German
than 3 miles through the city from Phoenix Park foods and desserts.
across the railroad bridge and south to the city
limits. This year’s event will not disappoint as many crowd
favorites are returning. See the expanded kid’s area with
Cont. on pg 26 many additional games, demonstrations and outdoor
activities. Meet the Oktoberfest Royalty and Crazy
rock climb at George each day during the on-grounds parade!
Christie Mountain.
The 15th annual event will be held September 15-17 at
Our natural rock. the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds in Chippewa
Our equipment. Falls. Don’t miss the revealing of the 2017 Oktoberfest
Our expertise. Festmeister and Festmeisterin and rolling out the Golden
Your experience of a lifetime! Keg at Leinenkugel’s Brewery on Friday at Noon.

christiemountain.com The goal of Oktoberfest has always been to strengthen
Reservations Needed and support the Chippewa Valley by donating proceeds
$20 sessions back to the community groups and nonpro ts that
715 868-7800 volunteer their time at the event, make a stop at
Oktoberfest a must this fall. Prost!

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sponsored contentssett athe ge
Article provided by Eau Claire Children’s Theatre.
High school students, Joey
ECCT has another busy summer of classes for all ages, Kroeger and Bodhisattra
events, and quality family entertainment planned. This Smith walk through Phoenix
summer over 40 classes for ages 3-18 are being o ered Park along the Chippewa
in all areas of theatre. Students in the Eau Claire & River State Trail in Eau
Chippewa Falls school districts can take a number Claire.
of classes for FREE this summer- complete details at
www.ecct.org. ECCT will be hosting two events this Photo by Marisa Wojcik
summer — the UV Splash 5K the evening of June 23 at
the Northern WI State Fairgrounds and the 7th annual Cont. from pg 25
Show Us Your Talent Competition at the state fair in
Chippewa Falls July12-15. Other trails in the city, according to the
city’s website, include:
If you’re looking to see a show this summer there are Bellevue Avenue to Eddy Street, 2.4 miles;
7 to choose from. The summer season kicks o with Riverview Drive west to Wells Road and south to
the hilarious dinner theatre production of TONY N TINA’S Folsom Street, 1.9 miles;
WEDDING, June 8-10, followed by 5 performances June South railroad bridge (parallel to West Clairemont
29-30 of the family favorite “MAGIC TREEHOUSE: PIRATES Avenue), past Lakeshore Elementary School, under
PAST DAWN.” Both shows are at The Oxford. July starts Fifth Avenue to First Avenue, 1.5 miles;
o with the Stephen Sondheim classic A LITTLE NIGHT Lever Street to Lorch Avenue (parallel to Highway
MUSIC, playing at the State Theatre July 15-16, followed 93), 1.1 miles;
by 5 Performances at The Oxford of another family Menomonie Street north through Carson Park, down
classic July 20-21, THE FANTASTIC MR. FOX. The 28th Season to the causeway, 1 mile;
o cially ends with the new musical MADAGASCAR South Dewey Street over the S Bridge, along
Galloway Street to Boyd Park Bridge, .6 miles;
playing at the State Theatre July 26-30. Soccer Park through Grover Playground to Grover
Based on the popular Dreamworks movie Road, .6 miles;
the show features fun for the entire West Madison Street to Barstow Street/Farwell
family and the popular song “Move It.” Street to Dewey Street, .5 miles.

The summer series of shows wraps
up in August. On August 5 at
2pm, 50 students in
a week-long class
perform a musical

version of Lewis Carroll’s THROUGH THE
LOOKING GLASS. MISCAST 2017 will end the
series August 11-12 at The Oxford.

MISCAST features classic Broadway
showtunes presented in new and
fresh ways, with males performing

songs written for females and
vice versa. ECCT invites you to
check out the full list of class
o erings and more information
on this great line up of summer
shows at www.ecct.org or call
715-839-8877.
The 2017-2018 29th Season brochure comes
out in mid-July!

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Lowes Creek County Park, Eau Claire sponsored content

Just south of Eau Claire is Lowes Creek County A SUMMER TOGETHER:
Park.
Though favored by mountain bikers, the Lowes Article provided by YMCA - Eau Claire.
Creek trails are multi-use and can be traversed by
hikers and joggers, too. Learn, Grow, Thrive
The park can be accessed via South Lowes Creek With summer right around the corner, the temperatures
Road. An entrance fee of $3 daily or $25 annually are warming up quickly, making it easier to spend time
with an Eau Claire County Parks vehicle pass is outdoors. Instead of simply sending your kids outside
required. The park is pet friendly. to bask in the hot summer sun, join them for fun family
It’s one of the most popular parks in the area with activities!
trails open year-round for skiing, walking, biking Parents can gain so much more than just joining their kids
and running. outside for a little bit. Although the obvious might be the
Sarah McCutcheon, a member of Moms on the physical activity component, advantages go deeper than
Run (a tness program specially catered to moms just that.
and women of all tness levels), is familiar with
the trails in the Chippewa Valley and particularly Guaranteed time spent together
enjoys Lowes Creek. If your family is going to the gym together or walking around
“I love being close to town yet feeling like I am the neighborhood together a few times a week, this can allow
on an adventure far away,” she said. “The hills, quality time to really get to know each other, especially if the
rocks and creek-crossings are technical, which also time is spent electronic-free.
makes it interesting and different than regular road
running.” Providing a basis for making healthy
choices altogether
Red Cedar State Trail, Dunn County If parents encourage kids to become and stay active, this
provides a way for them to get their kids to ful ll other
The Red Cedar State Trail, located in Dunn County aspects of the seven dimensions of wellness as well. The
and accessed in Menomonie, is one of the trails seven dimensions of wellness are: spiritual, social, physical,
included on the Visit Eau Claire website. emotional, intellectual, environmental and nancial.
The trail is multi-use, open all year-round and well
maintained. Holding each other accountable
It’s one of the best ways to check out the diverse It’s a lot easier to stick to scheduled physical activity if you have
wildlife and lush greenery that Wisconsin offers, a buddy to do it with. By sticking to plans to be active with
and you’re guaranteed scenic views of the Red your children, they’re seeing what it means to be committed to
Cedar River. something they care about.
The trail is 14.5 miles of crushed stone that crosses
nine bridges and takes hikers through forests, Goal setting
wetlands and grasslands. By aiming to be physically active for either a certain amount
Parts of the trail are subject to ooding, so always of time per week, or certain days per week, there is tangible
check the DNR website before you plan your trip. evidence that it is possible to stick with goals.
The trail is maintained by the state, so those hiking
and jogging can access it for free. 830509 06-03-17
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You can access the trail via the Highway 29 depot
building in Menomonie, at the intersection of
Highway D and Paradise Valley Road in Irvington,
or at the intersection of Highways 25 and C in
Downsville.
The trail connects to the Chippewa River State
Trail.

Cont. on pg 28

sponsored content It’s Article provided by Jamie Mossige, Sew Complete.
Sew
Much
Fun!

I can hardly believe Sew Complete is celebrating 27 Bikers take a sel e on
years! Where has the time gone? the High Bridge over
the Eau Claire River
We are constantly meeting new people and have
been long time friends with many more whom we Photo by Marisa Wojcik
have met through our business over the years. Sew
Complete is not just any “retail store.” We are a place Cont. from pg 27
where people can come and learn many things
about their sewing machines and special sewing Other hot spots:
techniques. Our machine lessons are open to people
who have purchased their machines from us, and Chippewa River State Trail: Located in Dunn
most of our other classes are open to everyone who and Eau Claire counties; runs for 39 miles; trail
has an interest in learning new things about sewing, surface is asphalt; can be accessed at 40th Avenue
making new friends, enjoying some time with old at Highway 124 and East Main Street/Highway 10 at
friends, laughing and sharing. Our classes are for 10th Avenue in Durand.
the young and young at heart — we o er very basic Buffalo River State Trail: Located in Buffalo,
sewing classes and classes that are more challenging. Eau Claire, Jackson, Trempealeau counties; runs
Sew Complete is an authorized Brother, BERNINA and for 36 miles; trail surface is crushed stone; can be
Pfa dealer. We do service most makes and models. accessed at North Street and Town Line Road in
We have sewing, embroidery and serger machines for Fairchild, and Marten Street south of East Main
sale in all price ranges and can meet anyone’s needs. Street and Highway 10 in Mondovi.
Some of our machines are quite basic, and others Eau Claire Rail Trail: This newer mile-long trail
include hundreds of stitches, embroidery patterns in Eau Claire can be accessed at Folsom Street or
and extra accessories (and there are lots of machines Forest Street and is entirely asphalt.
in between). Cattail State Trail: Located in Barron and Polk
It is really fun to see how machines have evolved counties; runs for 18 miles; surface is crushed stone,
over the last 27 years! The midline and top of the line dirt and gravel; can be accessed at Alma Street in
machines do so much more than ever, and they are so Almena and Keller Avenue South in Amery.
user friendly! Chippewa Moraine State Recreation Area:
Hands-on lessons are included with most of the Located in Chippewa County; runs for 23 miles; part
models we sell. This helps people to do more with of the nearly thousand-mile Ice Age National Scenic
the features that are on their new machine. Our shop Trail; can be accessed from the Interpretive Center
also o ers a good range of machine accessories, on Highway M in New Auburn. Vehicle admission
general notions, stabilizers, patterns and books and a stickers are required.
nice selection of fabric.
As we go into our 28th year, we invite you to come Vanda is a freelance writer based in Spooner.
in often and see what we have to o er. Things are
always changing — and the co ee is almost always
on! Everyone who wants to sew can have “sew much
fun” at Sew Complete.

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here are some other Get Glazin’
gems to check out for Article provided by Glaze N’Glass Creations, LLC.
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beautiful views: Glaze N’ Glass Creations, LLC opened their
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round from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Pets are not allowed. Vehicle located at 2155 EastRidge Center, Eau Claire.
admission stickers are not required. State trail pass Glaze N’ Glass has since relocated to 24 W
needed for cross-country skiers 16 and older. Cedar St., Chippewa Falls, WI. The studio
Stage Coach Bicycle Route, Stone Street, Augusta. o ers everything you’ll need to make one-
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Fairchild. advanced, artists of all ages are invited to
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Rod & Gun Park, 1515 Rod and Gun Park Drive, Eau if desired, to learn a variety of fun and
Claire. Located on the west side of Half Moon Lake. easy painting and fusing techniques that
may enhance your nished product. In
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