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May 2016 • Volume 15 • Issue 6

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Everyone enjoys the opportunity to get away and relax, but now you can do that without even having to leave town.

Radiance Day Spa offers a full range of spa services in a tranquil and nurturing environment that encourages the renewal of mind, body and spirit.

Spa owner Sheri Roelfsema is committed to meeting her clients’ needs in all aspects of well-being, and a new service at the spa provides a unique get-away experience that provides a wide range of healing benefits.

The Renew Float Lounge is now part of Radiance Day Spa, offering an open float pool and a couple’s float pool. When floating, your body is suspended in warm mineral water that not only provides a soothing calm for your mind but a natural healing environment for the body.

A typical float session lasts 60 minutes. The body floats in water at body temperature with therapeutic Epsom salt (magnesium

sulfate). The infused water not only provides key nutrients, but it also detoxifies the body, relaxes the nervous system and creates weightlessness that allows the body to relax and regenerate itself. In fact, research has shown that one hour of floating is as restorative as four hours of deep sleep.

After learning about floating and traveling to Arizona to experience it for herself, Roelfsema says she knew she wanted to bring that experience to her spa.

“The benefits are truly, amazing,” she says. “By entering the float pool with no light or sounds, that sensory deprivation allows your body’s innate healing ability to be activated. Floating puts you into a state of deep relaxation, resulting in the release of hormones that begin to heal the body and the mind.”

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To promote an environment for relaxation and healing, the float lounge is separated from the main area of the spa and is a H.U.S.H. zone, which means Help Us Support Healing, and encourages individuals to turn off cell phones and electronics and truly unwind in the space.

The lounge also has a meditation room, massage rooms and an infrared spa, to help individuals maximize the benefits of their float session.

While some float spas use tanks that are an enclosed space, the float pools at Radiance Day Spa are open, which Roelfsema says helps some individuals who might be uncomfortable in a closed-in environment. Heat that comes down from the ceiling keeps the room warm, and the individual can control the lights and the

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sound once they are in the pool. “While some of the greatest healing comes from the sensory

deprivation with no light or sound,” says Roelfsema, “it does take some getting used to. So, when you are floating, there are controls for the lights and the meditative music in the pool, so you can control the level of light and sound.”

If you choose to go completely dark and quiet, she says, the lights and sound will come back on to let you know your hour is up.

Perhaps the hardest thing to do is just “surrender to the float,” as Roelfsema calls it.

“People may be unsure of what to do at first, and it might take some experimenting to find an ideal position,” she says. “We offer neck pillows, as that is one of the things most first-time floaters mention is that feeling of not being able to fully relax their head. Most of the time, though, they will relax enough to not need the pillow. I always tell people that if they come once and are unsure, they need to come back again. And almost every time, they’re

hooked by that second or third float.”Sitting in the infrared sauna prior to the float helps promote that

relaxed state, and following a float session with a massages allows even greater benefit because the float releases the resistance of the muscles and prepares them for the massage.

To ensure safety and cleanliness, Roelfsema says, the float pools are filtered after every float session as well as every 45 minutes when not in use. The salt solution itself is a natural antibiotic, antiseptic and antimicrobial, with a concentration 10 times greater than that of the Dead Sea. The water is sanitized by ultraviolet light (UV) and automatic peroxide dosing, which is state-of-the-art technology that is the safest and most effective option of sanitation.

The float spa offers individual session pricing, package pricing and a monthly membership. With the membership, you also receive complimentary use of the meditation room and infrared sauna. Make your appointment today, and let all your worries float away.

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Nestled in a grove of trees, just outside of town, there is a quiet haven bursting with fresh flowers and plants, unique

décor and gifts, and above all, beautiful ideas. Oakridge Nursery & Landscaping, located on the east edge of Brandon, SD, is more than a family business; it is a welcoming creative community that brings big ideas and dreams to life.

South Dakota native Daemon Coughlin, and his co-owners, Aaron Veskrna and Spencer Larsen, along with their entire staff, all have a passion for the outdoors that is evident from the moment you step foot in their nursery and retail center on Splitrock Boulevard. Not only do they design grand outdoor spaces and install custom landscaping, but also their knack for design is a part of everything they do inside the nursery.

The most evident example is their enthusiasm in helping DIYers recreate their favorite pins and posts. The creative-minded staff at Oakridge has drawn DIYers and shoppers alike looking for guidance on how to recreate projects they find on Pinterest, Instagram or Facebook.

Oakridge specialists love a challenge, and enjoy supplying the items needed to make these ideas a reality. With the mission of sharing great design, and with DIY projects becoming increasingly popular, Oakridge is keen on offering hands-on help for any project you can dream or find online.

Anybody can leave with a gorgeous end product or arrangement that they can take home and say, “I made that!” With the greenhouse as your playground, DIY projects always have that added wow-factor that brighten any season, event, tablescape, patio or outdoor living space.

Oakridge staff is ready to help answer questions, give pointers and one-on-one consultation, or even lend an extra hand to complete a project. Many of the specialists at Oakridge have decades of combined experience in a wide range of creative disciplines from horticulture to art education.

Oakridge also offers hands-on seminars throughout the year for community members to attend. Seminar topics range from creating custom hanging baskets and planters to fresh wreaths and fairy gardens

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to holiday porch pots. At these seminars, the specialists at Oakridge give a brief demonstration and supply all the base products needed for the project, then the rest of class is left for creating and customizing your own arrangement with a variety of branches, pinecones, flowers, and ornaments, among other fresh decorative elements available in the greenhouse. This, along with the hands-on help any time, is what truly makes them more than a nursery. The specialists at Oakridge are makers; they are growers; they are educators; they are Pinterest-project problem solvers; and most of all, they are creators.

Your one-stop shop for any and all creative projects throughout the year, Oakridge Nursery not only supplies the finest, freshest, and well-kept products in the area, but also they offer a community full of creativity and in-depth knowledge about anything green. This place is somewhere you can ask questions, learn, and create one-of-a-kind creations that make your home, home.

For more information about Oakridge Nursery, their seminars and products, visit oakridgenurseryinc.com, find them on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest or call 605-582-6565.

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May 2016Paul McCartneyMay 2The Denny Sanford Premier CenterBoasting incredible success with The Beatles and solo, this Rock and Roll Hall of Famer continues to electrify stages worldwide. Drawing from his catalog of hundreds of Beatles, Wings, and solo tracks, every Paul McCartney tour is a legendary event you don’t want to miss. INFO 605-367-7288.

City BlossomMay 5 • 6pm - 8pmWillow Run, The Willows Event Room8000 E. Hwy 42

City Blossom is a sophisticated fundraising event held by the Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation each spring. Proceeds from the annual event go to SFACF’s unrestricted Community Funds endowment – the source of grants to dozens of local organizations working to build a vibrant, caring future for our area and all who live here. INFO 336-7055.

First Friday Art & Wine WalkMay 6 • 5pm - 9pmDowntown Sioux FallsCome downtown for the May First Friday Art & Wine Walk! Walk both sides of the river where you’ll find a wide variety of artists to greet

you and wine samples to warm you at several locations in Downtown Sioux Falls. Viewing the art and meeting artists is free, and check dtsf.com for information on how to enjoy sampling wine at each location. INFO (605) 338-4009.

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experience unlike any other. Elev8 Coaching is proud to host Leadercast in Sioux Falls again in 2016! You don’t need a fancy leadership title to join us at Leadercast, just a willingness to lead beyond yourself and inspire others. Whether you’re a small business owner, college student, parent, volunteer, CEO, front-line team member, supervisor of 200, or supervisor of one, you are a leader worth following. INFO www.LeadercastSiouxFalls.com

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Arts Night 2016May 7 • 5:30pm - 10:30pmWashington Pavilion

301 S. Main Ave. Please join us for our 55th annual Arts Night, the premier arts event of the year and an annual benefit art auction to raise funds to maintain the success of the Visual Arts Center’s programs and exhibitions. Tickets are $125 and include admission to the gala, gourmet dinner and auction. $65 of the ticket price is considered a tax-deductible gift. INFO (605) 367-6000.

Avera Race Against Breast CancerMay 7 • 8amAvera McKennan Fitness Center3400 S. Southeastern Ave.

Each year, the Avera Race brings together family, friends, cancer survivors and others - all racing toward a common goal: to enhance cancer care for people right here in Sioux Falls and surrounding communities. The Avera Race consists of a 10K run, 5K run, 3 mile walk, 1.5 mile family fun walk. The 2016 Avera Race Against Breast Cancer marks its 28th year as Avera McKennan and the Avera Cancer Institute continue their ongoing commitment to providing all women in our community with the most advanced technology and compassionate care available in their fight against breast cancer. (605) 322-8900.

Master Gardener’s Spring Plant SaleMay 7 • 9am W.H. Lyon FairgroundsSpring plant sale that features a wide variety of annuals, perennials, grasses, herbs, vegetables, bulbs, and houseplants grown by the Minnehaha County Master Gardeners or donated to the organization. INFO (605) 367-7178.

Shriners Hospitals for Children Screening ClinicMay 7 • 8am - 12pmOrthopedic Institute, 810 E. 23rd Street - 4th FloorTo schedule an appointment: 612-596-6105 or 888-293-2832

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Real Women of Sioux Falls Fashion ShowMay 7 • 1pmCenter for Active Generations2300 W. 46th StreetIt’s not your Tall-Skinny-Young fashion show! See spring fashions for seniors, plus sizes, busy moms and active working women. Fundraiser for women’s educational projects and sponsored by PEO Chapter BY, Sioux Falls. $15 ticket includes fashion show, food and beverages. INFO (605) 680-4649.

Springtime in the CountryMay 7 • 10am - 3pmMary Jo Wegner Arboretum 1900 S. Perry PlaceJoin us as we learn about some of the miracles that occur during springtime in nature. See baby ducks, chicks, puppies, rabbits, miniature horses and others. Spend some time with our regions local snakes. Create easy springtime crafts. Visit the Blood Run Miniatures. Bring a sack lunch to have a picnic and spend a couple hours enjoying some of the wonders of nature! INFO 605-367-4414.

Wells Fargo Cinco De Mayo FiestaMay 7 • 11am - 7pm305 East Falls Park DriveCinco de Mayo is a family event that brings together the business and civic community of Sioux Falls and the surrounding area to recognize, appreciate and celebrate the cultural gifts and heritage of the Latino people in our midst. While observing this traditional Mexican holiday, Cinco de Mayo in Sioux Falls creates awareness of and develops pride in the diverse Latino cultures that make up our community. Latino food, dance, art, music, children’s activities and more make this a festive and fun family day. It is a benefit for the ministries of the Presentation Sisters at Caminando Juntos. INFO (605) 271-0468.

Singing Boys of Sioux Falls Mother’s Day Concert May 8 • 3pm,First Congregational Church

300 S. Minnesota Ave.The Concert Choir and the Preparatory Choir will sing a variety of sacred, classical, folk, and popular works. Admission is free. A free will offering will be accepted during the concert. INFO 605-201-0628.

Style and the CityMay 11 • 6pmIcon • 402 N. Main Ave.Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104One of the most rewarding things to do is join together for a greater cause. Chelsea’s Boutique, along with Dress for Success and many generous sponsors, have teamed up once again to bring you another night of fashion for a purpose. This year, with the help of all of you beautiful fashionistas, sponsors and volunteers, we were able to raise almost DOUBLE the amount for Dress for Success Sioux Falls, that we did last year. INFO (605) 334-3983.

Lincoln Live! At the Old Courthouse MuseumThursday, May 12 • 6:30 p.m.Old Courthouse Museum 200 West 6th StreetA man of character, honesty and compassion… Abraham Lincoln. You will get a glimpse of Mr. Lincoln’s childhood, young manhood, career as a lawyer and statesman, and his presidency. Lee Williams brings Abraham Lincoln to life, emphasizing his character, humility, determination, humor and compassion. Free Admission. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com.

Sioux Falls Area Endometriosis Support GroupMay 12 •7pmSioux Falls Caille Library4100 S. Carnegie Cir.We will be in the meeting room immediately to your left. Come join us and meet others with shared experiences in a supportive environment. INFO contact Sarah Nelson at [email protected]

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May 13 • 6:45pm - 10:30pmEl Riad Shrine 501 S. Phillips Ave.Attend the only Big Band Ballroom Dance in the area! Each month, a big band gets the crowd moving and shaking with music from the ‘40s, ‘50s and ‘60s. All ages and abilities are welcome. Swing is the most popular dance among the crowd but several others are danced as well. INFO 605-338-3685.

Downtown Loft TourMay 14 • 9:30am - 4pm230 S. Phillips Ave.During this self-guided tour, individuals will have the opportunity to catch a glimpse at downtown living. View both occupied and vacant lofts. Register the day of the tour at the Downtown Sioux Falls, Inc. office (230 S. Phillips Ave.) from 9:30am - 3pm. The actual tour will take place between 10am - 4pm. Admission will be charged. Children 12 & under are free. Living downtown allows you the convenience and easy access to unique specialty shops, restaurants, entertainment and events. INFO (605) 338-4009.

EmBe 5K Community Run/WalkMay 14 • 10am Yankton Trail Park3901 S. Minnesota AveThe EmBe 5K is an important event for the participants, as it is the fitness goal portion of our programs - the participants are slowly conditioning themselves, through shorter runs during each Girls on the Run/Heart & Sole/Let Me Run session, to eventually participate in this end of the season 5K. This 5K event benefits all of EmBe’s programs. Our 5K is a non-competitive event that will bring a smile to your face! To register: www.embe.org INFO (605) 336-3660.

Maxwell’s Million Dollar DreamsMay 14 • 10am - 8pm8th & RR Center • 401 E. 8th St. Maxwell’s Million Dollar Dreams is an event that was created to raise one million dollars for Make-A-

Wish South Dakota by hosting a family-friendly festival including live music, food trucks, beverages, inflatables, bean bag games and more! INFO (605) 366-7022.

Paralyzed Veterans of America North Central Chapter2nd Annual Poker Run May 14 • 12pmSanford PentagonThis is open to motorcycles and cars. Following the poker run Montgomery Gentry will perform a concert as a benefit for the PVA North Central Chapter. $20 Entry Fee for the poker run or special priced $45 ticket for the poker run and concert. We have secured a limited amount of reduced price concert tickets (Your reserved tickets will be available to you the day of the event at the pre-registration table). Failing to pre-register will result in you having to purchase your concert through Ticket Master. INFO (605) 336-0494.

Spring Parade of Homes™May 14 - 16May 21 - 23Tour newly constructed homes for free during the 2016 Spring Parade of Homes™. Homes in all price ranges will be located throughout the Sioux Empire. Homes are open on Saturdays & Sundays from 1pm - 5pm and Mondays from 5:30 - 8:30pm. This event is free to attend. Visit http://hbasiouxempire.com/events/spring-parade-of-homes/ for more information.

Walk MS: Avera Brain & Spine Institute Sioux Falls Walk 2016Saturday, May 14 • 9am - 4pmRiverdale Park • 2000 E. 24th St.Walk MS is a charity walk series that takes place in 30 locations across the Upper Midwest Chapter. Walk MS in the Upper Midwest Chapter raises about $2 million annually to help create a world free of multiple sclerosis. (855) 372-1331.

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Rosemaling Demonstration at the Old Courthouse MuseumTuesday, May 17 1pm - 4pmOld Courthouse Museum 200 West Sixth StreetEileen Halverson will be demonstrating the Norwegian folk art of Rosemaling (decorative painting) in the second floor hallway of the Old Courthouse Museum from 1-4 p.m. Stop in any time for a demonstration or to ask questions. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com

Endangered Species Day Art Show ReceptionMay 18 5:30 - 7:30pmMuseum of Visual Materials 500 N. Main Ave.Learn about endangered species, art by Bria Shay Neff, face painting, coloring activities and more. INFO (605) 271-9500.

Kid’s Activity Day Nesting! at the Old Courthouse MuseumThursday, May 19 9-11am and 1-2pmOld Courthouse Museum 200 West Sixth StreetLearn about history and make your own crafts to take home. 15 minute sessions run throughout morning and afternoon times. Call to reserve times. Free admission. INFO (605) 367-4210 or www.siouxlandmuseums.com

South Dakota Youth Track and Field ChampionshipMay 21 8am - 4pmHarrisburg High SchoolHigh School for any youth born 2002 or later interested in competing in track and field. The full variety of field events, mini javelin, shot, discus, high and long jump as well as track events, hurdles, relays, will be available for age-appropriate, gender divided competition. Medals will be awarded to 1-3rd and ribbons 4-6th place in two year age groups. INFO (605) 351-2927.

Spring Rally & Car ShowSaturday, May 2111am - 1:45pmPapik Motors Luverne, MNJoin us at Papik Motors in Luverne, MN for this fun annual event. Free inflatables for the kids, street rods, classics, collectibles, race cars, drivers, refreshments, burgers, door prizes and more! 801 Commerce Rd., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-9171.

Victorian Tea Party at the Pettigrew Home & MuseumWednesday, May 25 2pmPettigrew Home & Museum 131 N. Duluth AvenueEnjoy spring in true Victorian fashion at the historic Pettigrew Home & Museum. Learn about the history of tea while enjoying a delicious tea blend. Space is limited for this adult program. Call (605) 367-7097 to register. Free admission. INFO www.siouxlandmuseums.com

Purses With A PurposeMay 26 6pmHilton Garden Inn 201 E. 8th StreetJoin us for an exciting night out with friends, family, co-workers or significant other! There is something for everyone to enjoy from the plated dinner and signature drinks to the silent and live auction entertainment by Larsen & Larsen Auction Co. All for a great cause to support your local Girl Scouts! INFO (605) 271-9703.

Behind the Scenes Tour of the Pettigrew Home & MuseumTuesday, May 31• 10amPettigrew Home & Museum • 131 N. Duluth AvenueTake a look behind the closed doors of the Pettigrew Home & Museum and see the artifact storage and work areas. Free admission. Call (605) 367-7097 to register. www.siouxlandmuseums.com

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Orthopedic Institute is proud once again to partner with Shriners Hospitals for Children for the annual

screening clinic for children on Saturday, May 7, 2016 from 8 am – Noon.

The screening clinic is for any child up to age 18 with bone, muscle or joint problems.

Dr. Walter Carlson, a partner at Orthopedic Institute and a fellowship trained pediatric orthopedist, who is also a Shriner, explains that children will be evaluated by a

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Shriners Hospitals for Children medical provider who will provide a recommendation for treatment or a second opinion.

Any child who could benefit from seeing a pediatric orthopedic specialist should come on May 7. Some of the more common problems that will be evaluated include in-toeing, toe walking, flat feet, bowed legs or knocked knees, sore, painful or stiff joints, limb deficiency, limb length discrepancy, curved spine indicating possible scoliosis and club feet.

“One of the great things about the Shrine is we treat every

patient regardless of their ability to pay. If they don’t have insurance or they can’t afford it, we will take any and all patients,” El Riad Shrine’s Roger Risty said.

The local Shriners also spend the day with the children and their families offering entertainment and refreshments.

Walk-ins are welcome, however, for staffing purposes, it is preferred that you make an appointment by calling 612-596-6105 or toll free at 888-293-2832.

It is no secret that more and more consumers today make food decisions based on much more than taste. From nutritional

value, to cost, to dietary restrictions and questions about how the produce or meat were raised, food shoppers have more on their mind than ever before when they go to a grocery store.

As both a registered dietitian and a beef producer, Katy VanderWal brings a unique perspective to help her patients make decisions that are best for their health and lifestyle.

Katy and her husband, Tom, are the third generation to live on and operate the farm that Tom grew up on near Brookings. They raise corn, soybeans, grass hay, and feed beef cattle. Tom and Katy do most of the farm work themselves, relying on help from family and hired help during busy seasons. In 2013, they built a new hoop barn to be able to feed cattle more efficiently and provide a better environment for the cattle year-round.

She has also worked as a registered dietitian for almost 10 years. She works at Brookings Health System, providing care to patients in many settings, including inpatient, outpatient, diabetic education, community education, and long term care.

“My job entails a lot of education to patients and their families

on how to manage their health problems or diseases with changes to their lifestyle and diet,” said Katy. “I tell all of my patients that most all foods can be enjoyed in moderation and in combination with others. I always encourage small changes to their lifestyle that can be long term and sustainable.”

When her patients or colleagues have questions about how cattle are raised for beef production, Katy is happy to share her experience

“Today’s public has access to so much information – some accurate, some not – it is important to be able to ease concerns or answer their questions about how beef as a food product is raised,” she said.

In turn, Katy asks her own questions about how what the animals are fed can impact the nutrition of the beef that is produced.

“I enjoy working beside my husband and our animal nutritionist to understand what an animal’s diet does to the nutrient profile of the food product we provide to the consumer,” she said. “Our goal is to raise healthy cattle and feed high quality ingredients to provide the best product we can for consumers to buy at grocery

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stores or eat at restaurants.”She notes that the variety of beef cuts, including lean ones,

make it a great option to be enjoyed on a regular basis. “Beef provides a good, bioavailable, source of protein to a diet,

along with many other nutrients such as B-vitamins, zinc, and iron,” she said. “Beef can be enjoyed along with other food groups as part of a well-rounded diet.”

Tom and Katy have three children, six-year-old Cooper and four-year-old Callie, and a brand new baby girl named Charlotte. They have been married and farming together as a family for seven years. She recognizes the challenges of farming, from volatile financial markets to unpredictable South Dakota weather, but is thankful for the opportunity to live and work as part of a family farm.

“It can be hard to balance family life with the demands of farming, however, we really enjoy being able to work together to provide food and fiber products for family, friends, neighbors, and beyond,” she said. “We also enjoy watching something we have nurtured grow and be harvested throughout the year, whether it would be cattle or crops.”

They are both active in their community, church, and agricultural organizations. Katy and Tom are members of their County Farm Bureau and also currently sit on the State Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee. In that role, they plan events across the state for young farmers and ranchers. They also work to provide resources to our local communities for

events such as farm safety days and farm tours. Farm families play a key role in local economies by doing

business with local companies and service providers, said Katy, noting that is it also important for farm families to serve as educators and advocates for the agricultural profession.

Tom and Katy have also opened their own farm for tours. They hosted an open house to the public and a tour for other cattle producers when their new barn was completed.

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When Bryan and Dana Kouri built their home at the southern edge of the city six years ago, it was not the first venture

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One thing they knew they wanted was an open floor plan to allow the family plenty of living space, as well as space for entertaining. They worked not only with their builder, but also with designers to plan out the structural features, finishes and personal touches throughout the home.

That relationship between homeowner and the building and design team is important one, they say, to ensure that you end up with a home that fits your lifestyle.

“There are many different ways to build,” says Bryan, “and many different finishes, but we were really looking for a modern look that was simple with clean lines.”

You can immediately feel the openness when you enter the front door and a see-through fireplace built into a column gives you a view of a high-ceiling sitting area and right out the large windows to the backyard.

The kitchen features dark walnut cabinets, granite countertops and light bamboo floors, with dual islands that provide functional

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space for cooking and entertaining. One row of cupboards has frosted glass fronts and lift up instead of open out. A walk-in pantry also has a small workspace inside.

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and a sitting area with sliding doors that open out to a porch with remote powered screens so they can leave the inside doors open. The front entrance to the home also has sliding screen doors so they can open the inner doors and let both the light and the

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outside air into the home.They also worked with their builder to maximize every bit of

space in the home, finding creative ways to use every nook and cranny.

Tucked around a curved wall from the kitchen area is a laundry

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Two bedrooms are on the main level, including the master suite, which is a true getaway spot for Bryan and Dana. Right inside the door is their own coffee bar, so they can brew a cup in the morning and enjoy the sitting area in their room overlooking the backyard.

“We love being able to look out over the back,” says Dana, “and

it’s not unusual to spot a deer, pheasant or even a fox.”Double doors open to the master bath, which features a heated

floor, sunken whirlpool tub, dual sinks and a walk-in shower that has its own linen closet built into the wall. Even with all those amenities, the real highlight just may be the spacious walk-in

closet with a center, movable island providing shoe storage and, as in the other rooms, a window to bring the light in.

The two girls and two boys all have bedrooms downstairs, with jack-and-jill bathrooms and each with their own walk-in closet. They can each retreat to their own space or gather in the play

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The Kouris have enjoyed every moment in their home, but with the family’s busy schedule, they have decided it is time to downsize a little, so they have put their home up for sale. While they will miss the custom touches in their house, they know that “home” will be wherever they are together.

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Magical things start to happen in May. Here in our little corner of the prairie, May is when the farmers markets

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For me, the season begins when the first tender stalks of local

asparagus show up, and that’s usually right around the first of May. So when the farmers market at Falls Park opens on May 7, I’ll be there to buy a couple of bundles of those green spikes.

I know people who travel the back-roads and byways to carefully-protected and undisclosed locations each spring to pick stalks that grow in ditches and around abandoned farmhouses. Armed with a pair of garden shears, a plastic bag and a good sense of direction (or a maybe a GPS) they return each year to clip their prize. Although I really like asparagus, I have never been lucky enough to stumble upon one of these hidden patches of green

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goodness. And those who know the locations of the growths aren’t sharing. Alas, I have to either count on their over-abundance or the farmers market.

Once you’ve located fresh asparagus, it is a versatile vegetable. It’s easy to prepare and the humble stems can brighten up anything from salads to pastas to risottos. The most common preparation is steaming gently; the kitchen supply stores will even sell you a special tall, skinny pot made just to steam the spears while keeping the tops out of the water. But since spring also brings the beginning of grilling season, that’s were much of mine

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fried has a sweet and grassy taste. But roast or grill those same spears and the flavor becomes much richer and nuttier. Just be careful not to let them get too charred or they get a little bitter. My all-time favorite is to wrap bundles of asparagus in thinly-sliced prosciutto. If they are pencil-thin, I’ll put 5 or 6 in a bundle; if they are thicker, I’ll wrap 3 stalks at a time. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle on some fresh-cracked pepper (the prosciutto brings the salt) then grill for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. If you do it right, the bundles will stand up like proud little soldiers on the edge of the plate. That, in my humble opinion, is just about as good as a vegetable ever gets.

Now there are people who avoid asparagus because of the malodorous effects if can bring in the bathroom. True, asparagus has its downfall; it makes your pee smell funny. Some claim it doesn’t affect them, but scientific studies have shown it happens to all of us, but some people just can’t smell it. French novelist Marcel Proust once wrote that the vegetable “transforms my chamber-pot into a flask of perfume.” I wouldn’t call it perfume, but Proust was known to be a bit flowery. I’ll put up with that vegetable’s one little side effect.

We must enjoy the sweet stalks of spring while we can. The local asparagus will only be around for about six to eight weeks before it fades from the stores and markets. The grocery stores will replace the local stuff with bundles from far-away lands; good, but not the same. Once spring gives way to summer, we’ll turn our attention to the tomatoes and sweet corn that thrive in the summer heat. I’ll take that trade.

Do yourself a favor, eat something good today!

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“wherefore” does not mean “where,” it means “why.” And that’s the question that drives us, or at least me, an enophile, wherefore art thou vino? Why are you wine? In other words, what makes wine so special, and why does it intrigue me so? As I ponder these questions during this Mother’s Day month, my thoughts drift to how special my Italian grandmother was and how women are influencing the world of Italian wine.

To answer my plethora of questions, I must go back to the original question, “Wherefore art thou vino?” which is in reference to one of my favorite plays, Romeo and Juliet. This tragic story takes place in Verona, and I was fortunate enough as a teenager to do a lot of traveling with my family who has relatives in virtually every country throughout Europe and the Middle East. My memories of visits to Verona will always remind me of three things: Juliet’s balcony, the grapes of Valpolicella, and my maternal grandmother, Nonna Anna.

My grandmother, or Nonna in Italian, was a feisty little Italian woman who was born in Verona, a quaint town that has now grown into the second most popular tourist attraction in the region of Veneto; the first being the famous “underwater” city of Venice. My Nonna, who lived to be 94-years-old, led quite the interesting life. Imagine being born in Italy during World War I, growing up in Europe during the Great Depression, marrying a circus acrobat named Spartacus (no lie,) raising three children on your own during World War II, making a living as a seamstress in Florence, and then moving away from everything you’ve ever known to live in the United States with your daughter, son-in-law, and adorable grandson (that’s me!) Anyway, the point is that she went through a lot and had to give up everything time and time again to pursue her passions. Passion is what drives us.

In my passion to discover exactly what it is that makes wine so special, I realize that I am still in awe whenever I look at an Italian wine label. Italy is known for simplicity and elegance, but have you ever tried reading an Italian wine bottle label? You probably feel like you need Rosetta Stone just to interpret some of the words. Who is the producer? What is the grape? Where is it from? The purpose of a label is to guide you to a wine that you might like. But if the label is not clear, concise, and specific, then how are you supposed to know if you have chosen the right wine? Why do Italians insist on making their wine labels so hard to understand?

I can still remember when I was fifteen and asking my Nonna for her “secret” Lasagna Alla Veronese recipe. Her response was, “I’ll tell you only when you are able to understand.” And so, it wasn’t until my twenty-first birthday that she told me the secret to her amazing lasagna was the Beciamella sauce. She said to me, “Write this down: latte, farina, e sale.” That’s it? I waited 6 years for “milk, flour, and salt!”

Looking back on the simplicity of that recipe and my grandmother’s perception of its complexity, I realize now that

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she was only protecting the recipe’s integrity. Much like my grandmother’s harboring of the lasagna recipe, Italian winemakers guard their precious vines with their very own lives. Take for example the unbelievable scrutiny and care that the wine producer, Marta Galli of Le Ragose vineyards in Valpolicella takes. Working with her children, Paolo, Marco, and Marina, Marta owns vineyards that are located at the highest point in the Valpolicella zone (1,148 ft.) which was founded in 1969. Slightly north of Verona, this picturesque countryside is ideal for growing Valpolicella’s indigenous grapes, Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara, which are used to create one of the most well known wines of this region: Amarone.

The harvesting and care of the vineyards must be done by hand as it is impossible to get a tractor to operate on the incline. Harvesting of the grapes takes place in late October, and for the Amarone only the recie, or ears, of the grapes are picked because these are the grapes that have had the highest exposure to the sun and are therefore riper, containing a higher concentration of natural sugars. These grapes are then placed in wooden boxes and are left to dry outside until late February. Can you imagine the first time someone dumped a bunch of grapes into a crate and left them outside for three months? I’m sure everybody thought that the winemaker was crazy, but I guess they thought the same thing about people like Edison, Einstein, and Freud. Well, maybe Freud was crazy.

The point is that this wine-making process is genius. The dried grapes, or raisined grapes undergo fermentation in temperature-controlled, stainless steel tanks and are aged for 1 year in stainless, then 4 - 5 years in Slovenian oak casks. The average production of this wine is 600-700 cases per vintage. Because the wine is made by using the dried grapes, and because the sugar content is high in these grapes, the wine produced is a powerfully jammy wine with a high alcohol percentage (14 – 16%) and dense, ripe fruit on the nose. The Amarone has a lingering finish with dry and tannic qualities, allowing this wine to be aged for a long time. This is by far one of the best wines that I have enjoyed on a number of occasions, one of which was when the representative for Le Ragose vineyards was in town years ago and did a tasting of his wines. After everyone had left the event, the representative “insisted”

that I stay and share a bottle of 1997 Le Ragose Amarone with him. After getting my arm twisted, I agreed to stay and enjoyed a nice conversation about Marta Galli and the respect she has gained as a woman in a male-dominated Italian wine industry. Even Marta herself has been quoted as saying, “In wine making, it is not your sex that counts, it is your soul.”

This year, for Mother’s Day, get her a beautiful bottle of Valpolicella wine that’s nice and light with lots of fruit. If she’s a bold woman (have you met my wife?), then choose to upgrade to a Valpolicella Ripasso (a Valpolicella wine that has undergone a second fermentation) or an Amarone. If you really want to impress your enophilic Mother, then I suggest getting her a set of crystal Riedel glasses. A glass is not just a glass but an instrument to increase pleasure and enjoyment of your wine.

As I conclude this article, I look back to see that my pursuit of answering the question “why” has led me down an interesting road filled with women who I respect, and I honor them here, in my writing. Juliet, my Nonna, and Marta Galli, all linked by the city of Verona, are all strong women who share similar passions for life. And therein lies the answer to my questions, why is wine so special and why does it intrigue me so? The answer was in the questioning: the things that we are most passionate about are the things we keep pursuing with all of our heart. My Nonna wouldn’t want me to do it any other way.

Riccardo will be celebrating Mother’s Day with his wife, Marybeth, and their three sons, Dante, Berent, and Jaxon. Contact Riccardo at [email protected].

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Mother’s Day May 8Call today to order a special bouquet for every special lady in your life. Mother’s Day is May 8. Josephine’s Floral Design. 8th & RR. (605) 338-9290.

Paint Your Own Flower PotsWhat a wonderful way to spend time with your mom or grandma. Kits available at Kidtopia. 57th & Western or Dawley Farms locations. (605) 334-4825.

Spring Rally & Car ShowJoin us at Papik Motors in Luverne, MN for this fun annual event. Saturday, May 21, 11am - 1:45pm. Free inflatables for the kids, street rods, classics, collectibles, race cars, drivers, refreshments, burgers, door prizes and more! 801 Commerce Rd., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-9171.

Anchored in FaithAnchored in our faith, family, and fashion. Shop at Tyana’s Boutique for the latest Spring looks. 111 East Main St. Luverne, MN. or tyanasboutique.com

Pedal the Plains

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Simply UniqueShop Those Blasted Things

in Luverne, MN for a vast selection of very unique

items. Shown is a hand carved wooden wine bottle holder.

Out of the ordinary is in! Those Blasted Things. 924

S. Kniss Ave., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-4027.

New to Blue Mound Liquor!J. Carver, made in MN bourbon, Jefferson’s Ocean bourbon and Auchentoshan scotch have just arrived. Get your today. Blue Mound Liquor. 319 W. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 449-5052.

Meet Our Mascots!Come and meet Luverne’s

new mascots - Thunder and Rumble at our Buffalo Days celebration. Saturday, June 4. Parade 10am. For more

information, please visit www.luvernechamber.com

Introducing Take 16 Brewing Company’s Latest Beer! Spin the Bottle Pale Ale is a cornucopia of hop induced flavors comprising of pine, melon, orchard and stone fruits. A pale colored, pleasantly bitter, crisp pale ale. It’s perfect for summer activities and events! Take 16 Brewing Co. 509 E. Main St., Luverne, MN. (866) 663-9986.

Custom Printed Promotional ItemsIn addition to continuing to offer our quality printed paper products and signs, we have now made it easier to promote your business with custom printed promotional items. Visit our website at www.qualityprinting-luverne.com, to browse our catalog, view a virtual sample, request a quote or place an order. Find out more information at Quality Printing Paper, Signs and Promotional Items, 116 West Main St., Luverne MN. (888) 933-4457.

Free QuoteStop in for a free quote. Competitive rates in all lines of insurance. We do the shopping for you! Where one call does it all. Offices in Luverne & Pipestone. Kozlowski Insurance. 212 S. Kniss. Luverne, MN. 877-631-3704 or www.kozlowski-insurance.com

Free Runner Pattern!

Stop by The Sewing Basket for our Crossing Borders Spring Fling event April

30 - May 7 and receive this free table runner pattern.

Sewing Basket. 204 E. Main. Luverne, MN.

(507) 283-9769.

Simple SucculentsSucculents are the perfect plant for forgetful gardeners. Succulent care is easy, and succulent gardens and terrariums can brighten any indoor space. Oak Ridge Nursery. 2217 S. Splitrock Blvd., Brandon, SD. (605) 331-4421.

New Jewelry Now In!

Jojo’s Closet has a large new selection of high end

fashion jewelry. Several beautiful pieces to choose

from. Jojo’s Closet. 1404 E. Cedar St. Brandon.

(605) 951-6925.

Spring FashionsShop Beautique Boutique for the best spring fashion trends, including dresses, sandals, tops and pants — we’ll even help with outfit ideas for any occasion. Be trendy. Be unique. Be you. Beautique Boutique. 1316 E Cedar St., Brandon, SD. (605) 582-2882.

Dog Days of Summer

Visit Color Me Mine to create your favorite

animal project this summer. So many to

choose from! Color Me Mine. 3709 W. 41st St. (605) 362-6055.

Parade in ColorGraceful curves of yellow and white diamonds gently cradle a pear-shaped green tourmaline. Price may vary depending on center stone. Available at The Diamond Room. 3501 W. 57th St. (605) 362-0008.

Soothe Your SensesSoothe your senses and relieve

tension with Radiance Day Spa’s Aromatherapy Healing

Comfort neck wrap or 3 piece Tranquility Gift Set. These

scented wraps and eye pillows are filled with organic flax

seed infused with 100% pure essential oils. $18 - $38. A

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Treat Her to a Mom-Mosa

Complimentary with Mother’s Day brunch at Carnaval Brazilian

Grill. Also, it’s getting close to patio weather. Book your event today.

2401 S. Carolyn Avenue. (605) 361-6328 or

carnavalbraziliangrill.com.

Fall in LoveFall in love in 7SECONDS. The 7SECONDS line from Unite is

exactly what you would expect… brilliant! Be ready for a life

changing experience of healthy hair with beautiful and bouncy

shine. Get ready for healthy, shiny, silky hair! Available at

Rainn Salon and Spa. 57th & Western. (605) 521-5099.

Especially for MomBeautiful handmade jewelry

would make a perfect gift for Mother’s Day. Choose from a variety of necklaces

and earrings. Starting at just $20.00 at Forget Me

Not Gift Boutique. 57th & Western. (605) 335-9878.

Babiators Babiators offer 100% UVA and UVB protection and undergo rigorous testing to ensure they’re safe for your child – whether they’re on your child’s face or end up in your child’s mouth. Flexible rubber frames and impact- and shatter-resistant lenses. The best part? If you lose or break them in the first year, Babiators will replace them for free. All you pay is shipping. Eddy Joy Baby Boutique. 57th & Western. (605) 275-0014.

Hot Summer Styles Coming Soon!Keep watching our website for our newest styles. www.si-boutique.com

Annual Spring Open HouseJoin us at Wilde Prairie Winery on May 21st & 22nd. Wine, live music, vendors and fun. Noon to 6pm. 48052 259th St., Brandon, SD. (605) 582-6471.

Mix it Up For MomWith Mixer Melt scents,

Tyler Candles, lotions, sweet signs or decorative gifts at The Robin’s Nest. 108 W. Willow Street, Harrisburg,

SD. (605) 767-0191. www.therobinsnestsd.net

Class of 2017We are now scheduling Class of 2017 Seniors! Call today before our best dates are sold out. Schedule your senior session by May 30th and receive a complimentary 8x10 curved metal desk print. For more information call (605) 359.6640 or e-mail [email protected].

Creating an HeirloomDisplay your family’s treasures in a custom made frame, designed just for you. No appointment needed, just stop on by. Rehfeld’s Art & Framing. www.RehfeldsOnline.com. (605) 336-9737.

Something Special for DadCome see us soon for

your Fathers Day orders! Say Anything Jewelry.

225 S. Phillips Ave. Open Tuesday-Friday

10-5:30 Saturday 10-3 and online at

www.sayanythingjewelry.etsy.com or call us

(605) 695-3997.

Creative MeaningHandstamped talismans with a creative meaning!

Come check out the Pyrrha collection at You’ve Been

Framed! Sterling silver and 14K gold. Prices starting at

$160. 57th & Western. (605) 361-9229.

Recital BouquetsPurchase your point shoe at The Dance Line and then have it filled with beautiful flowers at Gustaf ’s Greenery at 19th & Minnesota Ave. Make her night even more special. The Dance Line. 2115 S. Minnesota Ave. (605) 335-8242.

Spring is upon us. Flowers are ready to bloom, the grass is growing and many people are preparing for allergy season.

The typical symptoms of allergies are:• Nasal congestion or facial pain and pressure• Runny nose• Itchy, runny, watery eyes• Sneezing• Coughing

Most people with seasonal allergies start to notice symptoms in early spring or early fall. Seasonal or environmental allergies can affect children and adults. Typically, people with spring allergies are allergic to trees and grasses. People with fall seasonal allergies are usually allergic to ragweed or other types of weeds. Some people have year-round allergies, which are typically caused by dust mites, molds and animals (pets such as cats or dogs). The best way to identify the specific cause of a person’s allergies is through allergy testing either by skin testing or a blood test.

Skin testing is more accurate and often less expensive than blood tests. Allergens are introduced to the skin looking for a positive reaction, which is a small, raised bump over the testing site.

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How Do I Know

IF I HAVE ALLERGIES?BY GREG DESAUTEL, MD

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There are two types of skin testing:• Prick testing - skin is pricked with a small amount

of allergen via a small needle.• Intradermal testing – small amounts of antigen

are injected under the skin.

What is the Treatment for Allergies?The most common and often best treatments

for seasonal allergies are nasal steroid sprays and antihistamines. These treatments are available over-the-counter and are relatively inexpensive, especially in generic form. The generic forms of antihistamines and nasal steroid sprays are just as effective as the brand products. Your doctor may prescribe additional allergy medications if you continue to have symptoms despite using nasal steroid sprays and antihistamines. Additionally, a referral to an allergist may be necessary to confirm your symptoms are due to allergies rather than just a cold or sinus problem.

Can My Allergies Be Cured?Most people with allergies typically diagnosed

at relatively early age. It is very unlikely to develop allergies after age 40. For people with diagnosed allergies, especially if associated with asthma, immunotherapy is an effective way of treating their symptoms and can often alleviate their symptoms completely. Immunotherapy can be done either through allergy shots or drops placed under the tongue (sublingual therapy). Immunotherapy is often recommended for 3 to 5 years and can provide a person with long-term responses in certain cases.

Patients who want further evaluation and treatment for their seasonal allergies, or not sure whether their symptoms are due to allergies, can contact the Sanford Sinus and Allergy Clinic at (605) 328-8270 or visit sanfordhealth.org, keyword: Sinus & Allergy

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With more than 25,000 acres full of cascading waterfalls, sparkling streams, lush forest spread across the eastern top

of the rugged Cumberland Plateau, Fall Creek Falls State Park is one of the most scenic recreation areas in America. Tennessee’s largest and most visited state park is located in Pikeville, Tennessee. Here you will find one of the highest waterfalls in the eastern United States, as well as many other things to see and do.

Voted one of the best state parks in the southeastern United States by Southern Living magazine, there are many amenities available, including 228 campsites, a park inn with 145 guest rooms, two group camps, and 30 cabins. The cabins are furnished to sleep up to 10 people and equipped with linens, appliances, TV, and a fireplace during the months of October through April. There are 20 cabins located directly on Fall Creek Lake, which

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are known as the “Fisherman Cabins”. These are the nicer cabins with multiple stories, kitchens, and private porches looking out over the lake. The other 10 cabins are located on a wooded hill and known as the “Landside Cabins”. These are equipped with outdoor dining amenities, a patio, and two bedrooms. There are some awesome packages offered at Fall Creek Falls State Park. The Golf Package allows guests to play on two award winning

golf courses, including Fall Creek Falls Golf Course and the Bear Trace at Cumberland Mountain. It also includes one night’s stay at Fall Creek Falls Inn. The Spring Wildflower and Waterfall Tour includes a hiking tour and two night stay at Fall Creek Falls State Park. The Basket Weaving Workshop Package is a special overnight package for guests, including a two night stay at the Inn and breakfast buffets for two. Other packages available include

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the Backpacker Special, the Sundays are Special Bed & Breakfast, and the Honeymoon/Anniversary Bed & Breakfast Package.

There are a variety of recreational activities and facilities available for visitors of all ages and abilities at Fall Creek Falls State Park. Perhaps the most popular activity to do is hike. Hikers have options for short walks or more strenuous adventures to and

from the base of Fall Creek Falls. More than 35 miles of trails are waiting to be explored. Day-use trails are designed for everyone, while there are two long distance overnight trails for the thrill-seekers. The Betty Dunn Nature Center, located near the north entrance of the park, offers a trailhead and hands-on education with naturalist-led hiking programs. There are also arts and crafts,


organized games, campfires, movies, and more available here. The park also offers programming for school groups, overnight field trips, and an overall outdoor classroom for kids and adults. There are a number of biking trails available, too. The Upper Loop Trail is a single-track trail full of tight twists and turns combined with open and flowing sections. Allowing mountain bikers to visit

some of the more remote areas of the park, the Chinquapin Ridge Mountain Bike Trail has several moderate inclines and declines with some creek crossings.

Gaul’s Gallery Restaurant is the place to go for great food and company. Serving southern-style buffet cuisine daily, wine and beer from local brewers can also be found here. Another popular


attraction, the Fall Creek Falls Golf Course offers a challenging 18 holes and is one of the best courses in Tennessee, with a gorgeous backdrop colored with mountains, waterfalls, rivers, and forest. The pro shop at the park provides golfing lessons, supplies, and rentals.

Plunging 256 feet into a pool at the base of its gorge, White Fall Creek Falls is the highest waterfall east of the Mississippi and is the namesake of Fall Creek Falls State Park. A short walk from your car takes you to an overlook where you can enjoy a beautiful view of the falls, as well as Cane Creek Gulf. There is a trail that leads to the base of the falls, which allows for a spectacular view from below. Though smaller, there are other falls such as Cane Creek Cascades, Cane Creek Falls, and Piney Falls that are just as beautiful.

With over 75 bridges, rope swings, balance beams, cargo nets, and zip lines, the Zipstream Zip Line Aerial Adventure Park is located in Fall Creek Falls State Park and provides all of the necessary equipment and friendly guides to encourage participants through a course with options for children as young as 4 years of age to senior citizens. Progress at your own speed and ability for 2.5 hours of zip-riding through the trees. Explore 6 different routes ranging from serene to extreme.

Water activities such as fishing, canoeing, and paddle-boating are a must here, with a variety of boats and canoes available for rent year round. Fall Creek Lake is home to largemouth bass, channel catfish, and bluegill for those who enjoy fishing. The opportunities to catch a big fish are pretty good, whether you are fishing from a boat or the bank. There is also an Olympic-sized pool with a wading area open Memorial Day through Labor Day, where cabin and camping guests only pay half price. The park also has four playgrounds, five covered picnic pavilions, and horse stables with guided trail rides. The Fall Creek Falls Stables offer scheduled guided horse-back rides on a gentle trail of two miles each hour lasting about 45 minutes a ride.

The wide, panoramic views at Fall Creek Falls provides a paradise for bird-watchers. 140 species of birds have been observed throughout the year at the park. The famous Buzzard’s Roost is where you can find a number of broad-winged birds who soar high and low. Vibrantly colored birds such as vireos and warblers fly through the canopy, seen from the bluff tops. Red-headed woodpeckers, Cooper’s hawks, and owls reside in the park year-round. Visitors can spot bald eagles, loons, and ducks at Fall Creek Lake.

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for kids 72May Crafts for Kids

celebrations 74My Motherhood

best books 76

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best friends 80Submit Your Pet’s Photo

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Choose Safe Items for Your Child BY ALYSSA KUECKER, AVERA HEALTH

The brightly colored signs and balloons are popping up on the street corners — it’s garage sale season! If you have growing

kids, it’s the perfect chance to snag items at rock-bottom prices. But before you park the car and browse bargains, know how to

identify safe and potentially hazardous items that could be on sale. These simple tips provided by Doniese Wilcox, Certified Family Life Educator at Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center, can give you that edge.

Items Typically OK to Buy In general, toys are OK to purchase at garage sales. However,

check over each item carefully, looking for loose wheels or parts, long strings, cracks and sharp edges. If it isn’t in good condition, move on.

“The thing about used toys is that you don’t get the age recommendation usually printed on the box,” said Wilcox. “Age recommendations let you know of any safety concerns, such as small parts that your child can choke on.” It’s also difficult to know whether that particular toy is on recall.

Before buying large equipment, such as pack and plays, exersaucers, swings, baby bathtubs, plastic outdoor pools and potty chairs (without cushiony seats), do a little investigating. Look for an attached sticker with an 800 phone number. You can actually call right there at the garage sale and see if a recall has

“Before buying large equipment, such as pack and plays, exersaucers, swings,

baby bathtubs, plastic outdoor pools and potty chairs (without

cushiony seats), do a little investigating.”

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been initiated for that item. Used clothing, boots, coats and snowpants are also safe and

good for the pocketbook. Wilcox recommends avoiding any articles of clothing with drawstrings as they can easily get caught on playground equipment.

Items to AvoidSome things are just better to buy new. Since 2011, drop-side

cribs have been federally banned from store shelves and donation sites due to the high number of infant injuries and deaths in the last 10 to 15 years. The constant up-and-down of the side rail weakens the hardware over time, making it susceptible for accidental drops.

Along with cribs, crib mattresses should be avoided as well for health reasons. “Like adult mattresses, child mattresses get soft and don’t adequately support the child while he sleeps,” said Wilcox. “It also may not fit right in the crib, creating a gap that the child may roll into and get stuck.”

Pass up car seats. Truthfully, car seats should never be sold at garage sales. Not only will buckles and latches be missing, but it most likely will be past its expiration date. And you’ll never truly know if it has seen a crash. Much of the same can be said about bike helmets.

Used breast pumps are iffy, too. “Even when thoroughly cleaned, small flecks of breast milk can settle in the mechanical parts of the pump, raising the risk of contamination.”

Cleaning Your Purchases Wash and sanitize your treasures soon after bringing them home.

Clothing, of course, can be easily tossed into the washer and dryer. Most stuffed animals can also be washed and dried at high temperatures. If the stuffed animal’s material cannot be machine cleaned, put it in a sealed plastic bag and toss it in the freezer for a day or two. This should take care of any mites or germs.

Toys made of hard material can be sent through the dishwasher if they’re heat resistant.

Big play equipment should be taken outside and wiped down with a bleach-based cleaner. But don’t forget to thoroughly rinse it off; very young children tend to “taste” everything!

Apply these guidelines in other settings as well. “Stay alert when browsing secondhand or consignment shops, Craigslist or Facebook rummage sale groups,” said Wilcox. “The two takeaways are one, checking for recalls, and two, sanitizing items you purchase.”

Happy bargain shopping!

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CRAFTS FOR KIDS

Spoon Flower

Materials Needed: Styrofoam cup, plastic spoon, glue, scissors, pom poms, tissue paper, and paint.

Instructions: Cut five flower petals from the tissue paper, then glue each petal onto the round end of the spoon. Once the petals are dried to the spoon, dot some glue and place a pom pom in the middle of the petals. Paint the straight part of the spoon green, as well as the styrofoam cup. Flip the cup upside down and paint the bottom part brown to look like soil for the flower. Once the flower and cup are completely dry, stick the flower into the upside-down cup and it will look like it is growing from a pot.

MayBY JESSICA WEISCHEDEL


Bubble Wand

Materials Needed: Piper cleaner, pony beads, and bubble solution.

Instructions: Form a circle in the top of your pipe cleaner by bending it, then secure it by wrapping the end around it a couple of times. Shape the circle into a heart if you’d like, then string your beads onto the bottom part of the pipe cleaner. Secure the beads by wrapping the end around one of the beads, then dip it into some bubble solution and blow bubbles from your bubble wand.

Handprint Owl

Materials Needed: Colored construction paper, googly eyes, glue, and scissors.

Instructions: Trace your child’s hand onto the colored construction paper you want to use for the owl’s body. Carefully cut the handprints out, then cut out a body for the owl. Glue the handprints down to a piece of paper first to create the wings. Glue the body on top of the middle of the two hands. Once dried, add the googly eyes, a small orange triangle for the beak, and some feet. You now have an owl! You can also create a chick with yellow construction paper and a different shape for the body.

Paper Daisy

Materials Needed: Coffee filters or cupcake liners, glue, scissors, bright-colored paper, and pipe cleaner.

Instructions: Stack several filters or liners together while gluing them together in the center. Use a scissors to snip around the filters or liners to create flower petals. Cut a circle from bright colored paper and glue this to the top center of the stacked filters or liners and let dry. Use tape or glue to secure a pipe cleaner to the back of the flower, and your daisy is complete.

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The greatest love affair is that of motherhood.It’s rather simple and plain to see how much being a good

mother matters to me. I may be unusual in the fact that they were always a dream. Yet, they are simply the best thing that has ever happened to me.

Motherhood is raw and is riddled with emotions that can change on a whim, especially when dealing with the first moments and great hopes of creating semi perfect memories. It has evolved into something so much more. Firsts aren’t always steps, words or that adorable first tooth. They come at you all the time. From the first skinned knee, to the first sleep over and even the first date. There is so much to celebrate.

Motherhood is the most exhausting, wonderful experience I could have ever embraced. Even whilst sitting in the blackened night tending to feeding babies, bad dreams and upset tummies; it’s amazing. So amazing that we, you and I get the grand opportunity to guide and lovingly coach little lives into a world filled with wild anticipation and wonder.

It’s the little dreams we create in our hearts for our wee ones. Be it, a darling photoshoot, first friendships or nailing an audition. We are the dreamers of their hearts, who have not been jaded. We are the believers in possible, semi possible and rather impossible hopes. Set by us usually during waking nights, but who can blame us.

There they are, perfectly imperfect. With a crinkled nose, a pointed ear and a beckoning cry. We hold them like the treasure they are; always cautious. Are they too warm, are they too cold, do their socks rub them the wrong way? We are always wondering and it doesn’t stop; not for a bit. Even when they are teenagers we wonder, believe and dream because they are possibly the greatest love affair that has ever existed in human history.

Motherhood is like being part of the greatest secret society ever. Except, it’s not so secret. Some of us wear it on our faces or in our hair. Some of us cannot escape the milk cuddles and the chocolate kisses. Often times our secret is befuddled by stains on our cheeks, clothes, cars, carpets and of course, our hearts. Then we give the nod or a tiny smile to the other mom,

My MotherhoodBY AMITY SHAY


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because we know all too well what it takes to be part of this ever so wonderfully messy secret society.

Messy might as well be our middle name because that is exactly what your heart becomes when you become a mother. Messy in all the best and worst ways because love was never so real. You get to feel things from at least three different angles. Which sometimes feels like sideways hail. Yet, it must be something like a secret handshake because we have all felt it.

I must admit it. I have an intrepid love affair with my children. They are the best bits of my best self and there is no shame. They have made me better at my best and that is worth celebrating. Motherhood is my greatest accomplishment.

We are the dreamers, the protectors and the believers. We are tired, we are strong and we are beautiful. We are worth celebrating and we deserve our very own cheerleading section. We are possibly the most gifted and blessed because we are mothers and love is their greatest gift.

Love on, Mamas.

Chuck and Woodchuckby Cece BellWhen Caroline’s classmate Chuck brings Woodchuck to show-and-tell, Woodchuck is so funny that their teacher says he can come to school every day! Woodchuck is friendly to everyone, but he’s especially sweet to Caroline. He gives her Chuck’s hat when her ears get cold and Chuck’s cupcake when she drops hers. But when Caroline forgets her lines during the class play, it’s not Woodchuck who comes to the rescue. A perfect read-aloud for facilitating friendships, this charming story recognizes that sometimes, making a connection takes time — but is worth the wait.Ages 4 yrs - 8 yrscandlewickpress.com

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THESE ARE JUST SOME OF THE WONDERFUL BOOKS FOR CHILDREN WE HAVE COME ACROSS THIS MONTH. WE HOPE TO SHARE

WITH YOU SOME YOU HAVE NOT SEEN BEFORE AND ALSO INTRODUCE OTHERS BEING RELEASED IN THE NEAR FUTURE. ENJOY.

Best Books

Maisy Goes to Londonby Lucy CousinsIt’s Maisy’s first trip to London! There are so many places to see, and so many ways to travel. Maisy and her friends visit lots of important places, like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and the Tower of London. To get around, she and her pals ride a double-decker bus and a water taxi and even squeeze into an underground train! Of course, no sightseeing trip would be complete without taking lots of photos. This friendly introduction to a great city is perfect for little Maisy fans everywhere.Ages 2 yrs - 5 yrscandlewickpress.com

The Mouse Who Reached the Skyby Petr HoracekOne morning, Little Mouse spots something red and shiny hanging from a branch. It must be a marble! Too short to reach it alone, she enlists her friends Mole (who thinks it’s a balloon) and Rabbit (who’s sure it’s a ball) to help out. With a wondrous playtime on their minds, the three animals team up in an attempt to reach the elusive object. And they’re in for a tasty surprise! Toddlers will delight in peeking through the holes, turning the pages, and unfolding the striking vertical flap to reveal the shower of lovely cherries that rewards the friends for their team effort.Ages 2 yrs - 5 yrscandlewickpress.com

The Fairiest Fairyby Anne BoothBetty can’t paint a rainbow or scatter dewdrops, and her pirouettes are, well, pretty precarious. With so many animals to rescue and friends to help, there’s just no time for Betty to perfect all the things a fairy is supposed to know how to do. But when the fairy ball arrives, Betty’s friends return her gifts of kindness in hopes that the King and Queen will decide that Betty truly is the Fairiest Fairy of them all!Ages 3 yrs - 7 yrscandlewickpress.com

Peppa Pig and the Camping TripPeppa Pig and her brother, George, are very excited. They’re going on vacation! This time Daddy Pig has borrowed a camper van that has its own sink and beds and a roof that lifts up. It also turns into a boat they can take on the river. Even more fun are the nature activities Peppa enjoys with her family, like visiting swimming ducks, spotting wildlife on their walks, building a campfire, and pitching Daddy’s old tent. But best of all are the shooting stars they see in the night sky as they’re falling asleep!Ages 2 yrs - 5 yrscandlewickpress.com


Where’s the Elephant?by Stephane-Yves BarrouxWhere’s the elephant? Where’s the parrot? Where’s the snake? And wait a minute — where are all the trees? Where will the elephant, parrot, and snake go now? A vibrant landscape in flux with three hidden animals on each spread offers parents and children an opportunity to talk about urban development and animal habitats.A simple game of hide-and-seek takes on a new dimension as a growing city encroaches on the jungle the animals call home.Ages 3 yrs - 7 yrscandlewickpress.com

Maisy’s Field Dayby Lucy CousinsJoin Maisy and her pals for Field Day! First is the egg-and-spoon race (oops, Eddie’s egg is a little too wobbly). No problem, there are lots more games to play — a wheelbarrow race, a three-legged race, and even a get-dressed-up-silly race. When it’s time to play ringtoss, Eddie’s trunk comes in handy, and in the relay race, Maisy and Charley run as fast as they can. Last of all comes a great big game of tug-of-war, where both teams fall down laughing at the end!Ages 2 yrs - 5 yrscandlewickpress.com

The Three Little Pigs: A Nosy Crow Fairy TaleThe three little pigs leave home to make their way in the world. The first little pig builds a house made of straw. The second little pig builds a house made of sticks. And the third little pig builds a house made of bricks. But it’s not long before the Big Bad Wolf turns up. He huffs and he puffs and he blows down the houses, one by one. But what will happen to the three little pigs?Ages 3 yrs - 7 yrscandlewickpress.com

Cinderella: A Nosy Crow Fairy TaleCinderella works hard to clean the house and look after her nasty stepsisters, but when the rest of the family go to a royal ball, Cinderella is left behind. That’s when the fairy godmother arrives and works her magic – Cinderella will go to the ball after all! Cinderella and the prince dance all night until midnight strikes, the magic stops working, and Cinderella has to make a quick exit. Will the prince ever find her again?Ages 3 yrs - 7 yrscandlewickpress.com

One Hundred Bonesby Yuval ZommerScruff the dog is a stray who just loves to dig. It doesn’t make him the most popular dog in town. But when he sniffs out a pile of old bones, he gets all the neighborhood dogs to help him. They uncover not one, not two, not three . . . but 100 bones and make the most exciting dinosaur discovery of all time! Scruff ’s find wins him new friends and a new home. A heartwarming story about an underdog who comes out on top.Ages 3 yrs - 7 yrscandlewickpress.com

Brielle :: 2 YEARS OLDCamden & Emma :: 16 WEEKS & 15 YEARS OLD

Harrison :: 1 YEAR OLD

Eden Jubilee :: 3 MONTHS OLD

Hank :: 3 DAYS OLD

EACH MONTH WE WILL CHOOSE & FEATURE NEW CUTE KIDS. YOUR CHILD COULD BE NEXT, SO SEND YOUR PHOTO TODAY. Email your photo to [email protected] – just one per child. Please include the following information in your email: child’s first name, age, birth date, parents or guardians names, address, email address and phone number. Please make sure they are high-resolution photos (the highest setting on your camera). Parents must own the rights to all submitted photos.

Email your photo to [email protected]

Ruby :: 6 MONTHS OLD

Whitney, Alissa, Mason & Blaise :: 20, 16, 8 & 6 YEARS OLD

Sawyer :: 3 YEARS OLD

Sophia :: 5 MONTHS OLD

Lauren Beth :: 1 YEAR OLD

80 friends & family | BEST FRIENDS

Baxter, Harley, Nugget & Bentley, best friends of Jon & Michelle

Jackie O, best friend of Laura Beth Anderson

Cassie, best friend of Lori, Mike & Trinity Gully

Susie, best friend of Rothenbuehler Family

Buddy, best friend of Darla and Brian

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Each month we will choose and feature cute pets. Your pet could be next, so send in a picture today.

Email your photo – just one per pet – to [email protected]. Please make sure they are high-resolution photos (the highest setting

on your camera). Include in email: pet’s name and owner’s name. Pet owners must own the rights to

all submitted photos.

Luca, best friend of Kelsie

Sidney, best friend of Michael and Kathy

Porter, best friend of Erica

Roscoe-Dash, best friend of Clinton & Amelia Storm

Jolie, best friend of Mikah, Isaiah & Gracie Peters

Mikah, Isaiah &

Gracie Peters,

you are the winner

of a prize from All

City Pet Care – just

call to claim!Prize needs to be claimed

within 30 days.

• Fleas can cause allergic skin disease, transmit tapeworms, and cause anemia in our pets.

• Fleas are blood feeders that consume up to 15 times their body weight in blood daily. Female fleas use that blood to produce 40-50 eggs each day.

• It often takes several weeks to eliminate a flea infestation because they originate from flea infested environments. It takes time to eradicate the immature stages living in carpet or outdoors.

• Numerous animals that carry fleas can move through the neighborhood and yards such as: stray dogs and cats, rabbits, squirrels, raccoons, foxes, and coyotes.

• The adult fleas you see on your dog are usually only 5% of the flea infestation in your environment. To prevent an infestation give your pet a monthly flea preventative approved by your veterinarian.

FUN FLEA FACTS

82 friends & family | HISTORICAL MARKER

Seney Island

On the West side of the river is the site of Seney Island. This ten-acre island split the current of the Big Sioux River and created a “park”

for early residents to use for Fourth of July and other holiday celebrations. The island was also a popular picnic spot. In 1907 the west channel was closed and filled to raise the pond for the Hydro Electric Plant. After 1916, the island’s many trees were removed, and a railroad freight yard was built on this land. Seney Island was originally named Brookings Island after its first owner, Wilmot W. Brookings, who was an agent for the Western Town Company. The name was changed in 1879 when the land was purchased by George Seney, builder of the Queen Bee Mill.

FUNDED THROUGH THE STATE PRESERVATION OFFICE BY THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE.

BY BRUCE BLAKE

Seney Island

Kiwanis Park,Sioux Falls

Seney IslandFor several years two bridges connected Seney Island to the west bank of the Big Sioux River. Also shown is the Queen Bee Mill which was located next to the Falls.

A stroll on Seney Island.Three local students are shown enjoying exploring Seney Island on a pleasant Sunday afternoon.

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