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6 Artist Spotlight 8 Not to be Missed17 Onamental Elegance20 Showcase28 Ask Chef Jeff29 Where to Dine30 The Place We Call Home

Holiday Hot ListYour guide to holiday cheer

10 FOX CITIES Magazine’s onlineevent calendar is the premiereplace to find out what’s going onduring the holiday season.

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14Hurricane Heroes

Local responses to HurricanesHarvey, Irma and Maria

By Cody Wiesner & Amelia Compton Wolff

ARTS & CULTURE

22How to Hygge your

Home for the HolidaysSevens ways to embrace the Danish concept of coziness

By Amelia Compton Wolff

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26Naughty or Nice

Decadent holiday treats and somehealth-conscious alternatives


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Correction: The October issue Golden Fork Award story incorrectlyidentified the last name of Home Burger Bar’s owner, who was interviewedregarding the restaurant’s Best Burger win. The owner’s name is Mandy Ferg.

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Self-starting abstract artist Emily Meder provesthat art education doesn’t have to come from

universities. Instead, she learns from the internetand constantly creating new art, which has foundher audience in both the Fox Cities and online.

The kaleidoscopic designs she paints are vivid,enigmatic and otherworldly, but her inspirations

come from anunexpected source:nature. Her YouTubetutorial “Sunset withTrees” exemplifies this,embracing nature andthe abstract.

In the video,Meder covers a canvaswith rubbing alcohol.This secret ingredientcauses theindigo-blueink globs shecarefullyplaces next tocome to life,expanding

slightly and roaming the canvas. She adjuststheir pathways with a can of compressed airand occasionally spritzes a drop of alcoholor paint to change the background’s shapeand color depth. Once that’s finished, shepaints a pair of leafless trees that juxtaposethe dreamlike background full of blues, purples, reds and oranges where no one part of the backgroundlooks quite the same.

At first glance, the nature influences in Meder’s paintings seem unexpected, but she says vibrant,abstract designs are her way of expressing the beauty she finds in nature.

“I stare at trees a lot because I love them. What inspires me is nature, and I kind of create my ownform of that. Obviously they’re not super realistic. It’sjust however it comes out on paper,” Meder says. “Ithink it’s really beautiful.”

Rather than going to college for art, Meder saysshe teaches herself through “experimenting andpractice.”

“I’m always learning and changing mytechniques,” Meder says. “If you don’t have theresources to go to school, there’s so many resourcesonline where you can learn things.”

Meder’s paintings have been featured at CopperRock Coffee Company in Appleton, The SourcePublic House in Menasha and Flesh Chamber tattooshop in Appleton. Online, she’s active on Instagram,Facebook, Etsy and Redbubble. On YouTube, shemakes tutorial painting videos for her nearly 5,000subscribers.

“I take a couple art forms that people seem to bestruggling to learn, and I try to make them bothlearning [experiences] and relaxing.”

Meder, who describes herself as “really shy andreserved,” values art as a means of connecting to others.

The goal is “to use creating things to connect with people,” Meder says. “People, when they tell memy landscapes are really beautiful, and I see how they react to them, it makes me connect more than Iusually do.”

For more information about where to find Meder’s art, video tutorials and online shops, visitwww.emilymederart.com.

— By Cody Wiesner

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Hundreds of affordable gift baskets filledwith items contributed by area businesses and

library patrons.Silent Auction •Bake Sale •Vendor Tables

Serving Breakfast 8 am; Lunch, 11am.

to benefit the Neuschafer Community Library, FremontHOLIDAY Craft & BASKET SALE

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Repurpose for a ReasonNovember 9The third annual event will auctionitems repurposed from the HabitatReStore to raise money for GreaterGreen Bay Habitat for Humanity.Silent auction, raffle prizes,refreshments and live music will alsobe featured. 5–8pm. TheARTgarage, Green Bay. 593-3921.

Art After DarkNovember 16Explore the museum exhibitions andcollection, meet artists and see themdemonstrate their skill. 5–7pm.Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass,Neenah. 751-4658.

Shopping in the Neighborhood:Neenah’s History of Mom andPop Grocery StoresNovember 16Presented by Neenah HistoricalSociety volunteers BeckyHeidke-Kwiatkowski and JoEllenWollangk, you’ll be amazed to findout how many small grocers werescattered throughout neighborhoodsin Neenah. 7–9pm. Neenah PublicLibrary. 729-0244.

Catalyst Art ShowNovember 18Back by popular demand, thiscreative encounter presented byMouvre is an exclusive evening ofart, performance, music, dance andfood from the best area artists andbeyond. 5–9pm. 222 Building,Appleton. mouvre.com.

Short Story Night November 13Do you enjoy talking about literaturebut don’t have time for a traditionalbook club? Join us for a relaxed hourof discussion, trivia and more. Find acopy of each month’s storyat neenahlibrary.org/shortstory.7–8pm. Lion’s Tail Brewing Co.,Neenah. 215-6443.

An Afternoon with Ruthanne BessmanNovember 26Join origami artist RuthanneBessman as she presents a hands-onprogram on how to make a variety ofmodels. A classical music host onWisconsin Public Radio, Ruthannehas been folding and teachingorigami worldwide for 30 years.11am–3pm. The Trout Museum ofArt, Appleton.

He Named Me Malala:Screening and discussionNovember 28At 15 years old, Malala Yousafzaiwas riding the bus home from schoolwhen gunmen forced the bus to stop.Shot in the head, Malala survivedand this is her story. Thisdocumentary is rated PG-13.Registration is requested but notrequired. 4–6pm. Appleton PublicLibrary. 832-6173.

Appleton Historical SocietyHistory Fair December 2Join the Appleton Historical Societyfor its annual History Fair, acelebration of Appleton’s history.9am–12:30pm. City Center Plaza,Appleton. 540-3699.

Jazz at The TroutNovember 16Gene Bertoncini ft. Janet Planet and JohnHarmon. Opening performance at 6:30pm byLawrence University Student Jazz Trio. 7:30pm.The Trout Museum of Art, Appleton. 733-4089.

Six Appeal Vocal BandNovember 16Without a single instrument, six young men deliveran unbelievable a capella performance. The groupblends talent, charm and comical personalities,taking the acappella show to a whole new level.7:30pm. The Grand Opera House, Oshkosh. 424-2350.

Fox Valley Symphony European TourNovember 18Lawrence University graduate and guest vocalistKatherine Harth joins FVSO for Wagner’s Tristanund Isolde. 7:30pm. Fox Cities Performing ArtsCenter, Appleton. 730-3760.

Miles Davis’ Birth of the CoolNovember 29Drawing upon the influences of bebop andEuropean impressionism and scored for an unusualinstrumental nonet, this recording of the 1957album Birth of the Cool imagined a new future forjazz. An ensemble of UWGB music faculty andfriends will recreate the album from the restoredmanuscript. Historian Clif Ganyard will introducethe concert. 6:30pm. Fort Howard Hall, WeidnerCenter for the Performing Arts. 465-2726.

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Roustabout: The Great Circus Train WreckNovember 9–11 & 16–18Historical fact and fiction combine toresurrect the stories of five unknown circusperformers who met their fate when anAmerican military train plowed through acircus train outside of Chicago in 1918.7pm, except 18, 2pm. Baehman Theatre atUW-Fox Valley, Menasha. 832-2646.

Swan LakeNovember 15The Russian Grand Ballet presentsone of the world’s most famous ballets,Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake. Thisfull-length classical productionfeatures the rarely seen Waltz of theBlack Swans and marks the first timethe Russian Grand Ballet has everperformed in Green Bay. 7:00pm.Weidner Center for the PerformingArts, Green Bay. 465-2726.

The FantasticksNovember 16–19 Young neighbors, Luisa and Matt, fall inlove, but their feuding fathers aredetermined to keep them apart. Whenbandits threaten Luisa, Matt heroically savesher. Their fathers rejoice and they all livedhappily ever after. Not quite. 16–18,7:30pm. 19, 2pm. Fredric March Theatre atUW-Oshkosh. 424-4417.

One Man Star Wars TrilogyNovember 25Charles Ross will stun and amaze you withhis fun, energetic and entertainingperformance of One-Man Star Wars®Trilogy! 4 & 7pm. Fox Cities PerformingArts Center, Appleton. 730-3760.

WaitressNovember 28–December 3Waitress and expert pie maker, Jenna dreamsof a way out of her small town and lovelessmarriage. A baking contest in a nearbycounty and the town's new doctor may offerher a chance at a fresh start while her fellowwaitresses offer their own recipes forhappiness. 28–2, 7:30pm. 2, 2pm. 3, 1 &6:30pm. Fox Cities Performing Arts Center,Appleton. 730-3760.

Natural Dyeing WorkshopNovember 18In this three-hour workshop, you’ll learnwhere to forage natural dye materials, howto prepare fabrics and textiles, dyeingtechniques and finishing. You’ll leave with awith five recipes and fibers you hand dyed toreference as you continue to dye your ownfibers. Tickets required. 10am–1pm. TheDraw, Appleton. 608-286-1511.

Holiday Wreath Make & TakeNovember 28Patrons will have the opportunity to makeand take a holiday wreath with directionfrom a master gardner who will demonstratehow to make a wreath using live evergreenboughs. Registration required. 5:30pm.Kimberly-Little Chute Public Library.788-7515.

Bee House Workshop December 2Join Appleton Seed Library and theAppleton Pollinator Project for this free,DIY bee hotel workshop. Meet the creativeteam behind this local pollinator project andmake a bee hotel to bring to your yard.Registration required. Geared toward adultsand children over five years. 10am.Appleton Public Library. 832-6177.

Paper Bead Jewelry WorkshopDecember 9Create gorgeous gifts out of paper beads youmake yourself. We provide everything youneed to make a necklace and bracelet andteach you techniques to make more athome. Preregistration is required byDecember 5. 1–3pm. Paper DiscoveryCenter, Appleton. 380-7491.

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Light-Up NightNovember 10

Fox Cities Building for the Arts,in partnership with AppletonDowntown, Inc., kicks off theholiday season with family funand a lighting ceremony at6pm. Stroll down College

Avenue and enjoy decoratedstorefronts. Many businesseswill be open with special offersand holiday refreshments.4–7pm. Houdini Plaza,Appleton. 733-4089.

Merry-Time Festival of Trees

November 11–December 12Enjoy dozens of decoratedChristmas trees scatteredthroughout the galleries.

Decorated by local businessesand organizations, each tree is

adorned with beautifulornaments and surprises. Daily,10am–5pm. Door County

Maritime Museum, SturgeonBay. 743-5958.

Deck the HallsNovember 18–December 31

This annual exhibitionshowcases the historic Sawyerhome decorated in its holidaysplendor reminiscent of thetimes. The life-size ChristmasVillage exhibit windows featurea wonderful display of recreatedscenes from favorite classicholiday movies. Tu–Sa,

10am–4:30pm. Su, 1–4:30pm.Oshkosh Public Museum.

236-5799.

Christmas at the PondDecember 3

Witness Santa’s arrival to town,take a holiday book walk,

make s’mores, listen to holidaycaroling, be amazed by theChristmas light display andenjoy cookies and treats.6–9pm. Memorial Park,Kimberly. 788-7507.

Holiday HayrideDecember 8

Take a ride through thebeautifully decorated streets ofthe Menasha Island, visit withMr. and Mrs. Claus, view thereindeer and sample hotbeverages and cookies!

Tickets required. 5–8:30pm.Memorial Building, Menasha.

967-3640.

FIVE FESTIVE HAPPENINGS Celebrate the season at these upcoming events.

Santa CallingWin Parent of the Year this Christmas by signingup your child to receive a phone call from the bigguy himself. Through this City of Appleton Parksand Recreation Department program, Santa Clauswill give your child a ring to encourage their goodbehavior and spread a little seasonal cheer.

The Santa Calling program is offered to Appletonchildren ages 3 to 8. Santa’s schedule is tentative(he’s busy, you know), but he plans to make callson Monday, December 4. Children ages 3–6 willbe called between 5–7 p.m. and ages 7–8 from7–8 p.m.

Santa Calling forms can be downloaded atappletonparkandrec.org and are also available atthe Appleton Public Library. Complete a form andreturn to the Parks and Recreation office or emailto [email protected] by December 1.

—ACW

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Wisconsin Startup WeekMatt Cordio, founder of the technology recruitmentplatform Skills Pipeline, launched MilwaukeeStartup Week in 2016. The initiative presented 25events highlighting entrepreneurial resources, frominvestor connections to mentorship.

This year Cordio launched Wisconsin Startup Weekas a statewide effort to connect high-growth startupcommunities throughout Wisconsin. Tencommunities, including Oshkosh, Appleton andGreen Bay, are participating in the inaugural eventoccurring November 6–12.

Cordio says the Wisconsin Startup Week initiativeunifies the state in celebrating entrepreneurshipwhich is essential to Wisconsin’s economy.

“One of the unique aspects of Wisconsin StartupWeek is its focus on highlighting resources forentrepreneurs that already exist in thesecommunities,” Cordio says. “Many people haveideas for businesses, but don’t know where to go intheir community.”

Wisconsin Startup Week aims to bringvisibility to existing resources as well asconnect startup leaders throughout thestate. Each night of the week will focus on adifferent community. Events include a speakerand startup showcase presented by DigitalFertilizer in Green Bay, a panel discussion andhappy hour at Lion’s Tail Brewery in Neenah anda lunch hour workshop at The Grind CoworkingSpace in Oshkosh.

The week’s events, many of which are free or

low-cost, aren’t only for entrepreneurs. Cordio saysbusiness leaders who want to engage startups,investors looking for projects to fund and curiouscommunity members are all invited.

“We want everyone to come,” he says. “It’s meantto be a collaborative, open-source event.”

For information on events taking place in the FoxCities, visit wistartupweek.org.

—ACW

Mirth & Melancholy: The Circus in Modern ArtThrough November 19The prints and paintings featured in this exhibition show artists’fascination with the circus. While some express the entertainingand lighter side of the circus, others depict a more melancholyscene. Often, these two sides are represented in tandem,reflecting the artists’ own contradictory feelings about the rapidlychanging world around them. Wriston Art Center Leech Galleryat Lawrence University, Appleton. 832-6621.

Diverse Directions: 65th Anniversary Exhibition by The Wisconsin Watercolor Society

Through November 24The theme for this exhibit features how unique and diverse

watercolor paintings can be presented. From soft and subtlecolors to strong saturated pigments, the subjects of the

paintings will be diverse as well. Landscapes, florals, portraiture,abstraction and non-objective will all be represented in

this show. Plymouth Arts Center. 892-8409.

Dawn PatelThrough December 10Door County artist Dawn Patel works in a variety of medium –acrylic painting, collage, printmaking, textile wearables and mixmedia, with dreams sometimes inspiring her imagery. Herexhibition includes examples from across her diverse range ofmaking and includes a sculptural installation. Closing receptionDecember 10, 5–7pm. Aylward Gallery at UW-Fox Valley,Menasha. 832-2824.

LAST CALLThree exhibits to catch ASAP


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WWI and The Fox ValleyWorld War I remains a “Forgotten War” in comparison with othermajor U.S. conflicts, but on its centennial anniversary, the Elisha D.Smith Public Library in Menasha hopes to change that bychronicling the history and significance of the Great War throughfive thought-provoking presentations and a memorable exhibit.

The event will partially depict local efforts during the war,including those of Menasha’s Company E of Wisconsin's NationalGuard fourth infantry division, and focus will also be placed oncomparing WWI’s efforts at home and abroad with other wars.Spectators will leave considering and evaluating how historyremembers these events having broadened their understandingof WWI through a local perspective.

“History, in many ways, is about how groups of people andindividuals experience a particular event at the local and personal

level. Bystudying howpeople in the Fox Cities experienced World War I, wegain a much fuller and more nuanced understandingof its impact,” says Steven Sheehan, event speakerand professor at UW-Fox Valley.

Various history experts will present during fiveseparate days. On November 5, historian TomSutter will discuss how WWI is remembered today.Then Sheehan will recount on November 9 how thewar began and why the U.S. got involved, followedon November 11 by the Menasha HistoricalSociety’s own Rhys Kuzdas, speaking on CompanyE’s local influence on the war. On November 16,UW-Sheboygan history professor Mark Karau will

analyze the development of the war, showing the factors that influenced its progression and end.Finally, UW-Fox English professor Scott Emmert will demonstrate how WWI is depicted inliterature, art and film on November 20.

All the events are free and open to the public. For those excited to learn more about theForgotten War, there will be exhibits on the art wall and in display cases in the foyer andcirculation room November 1 through 30. More information can be found atwww.menashalibrary.org or by calling the reference desk at 967-3690.

—CW

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Jim Brickman: A Joyful Christmas

November 16Jim Brickman delivers the soundand spirit of the season with

carols, classics and original songson his 21st holiday tour. Holidaymusic brings Yuletide memoriesto life as Brickman helps youescape from the holiday

hustle-bustle and keeps yourdays merry and bright. 7:30pm.Fox Cities Performing ArtsCenter, Appleton. 730-3760.

A Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols

December 2 Join the Appleton Boychoir asthey ring in the season with thebeautiful message of the angels

through favorite Yuletidemelodies and Biblical lessons.The massive pipes of the

Brombaugh organ resonate asthe soaring treble voices of thechoir lead the audience in song!The Copper Street Brass quintetof Minneapolis will be joining theboys for second season. 1 &

4pm. Lawrence Memorial Chapel,Appleton. 955-2224.

The Barefoot MovementChristmas Show

December 7 Called "one of the mostpromising bands on the

bluegrass scene" by CMT Edge,The Barefoot Movement offerseverything from soulful ballads toenergetic banjo-driven beats andholiday favorites. 7:30pm. TheGrand Oshkosh. 424-2350.

SOUNDS OF THE SEASONMusic to evoke that holiday spirit

Aluminized HolidayIn 1959, Aluminum Specialty Company of Manitowocdeveloped the Evergleam aluminum Christmas tree, a“space-aged" design that became an instant classic.This holiday, more than 40 different sizes, styles andcolors of vintage Evergleam aluminum trees will returnto the city where they were originally manufacturedover 50 years ago. “Evergleams On Eighth,” acommunity event that runs from November 17 toJanuary 7, features more than 30 downtownManitowoc storefronts “aluminized” for the season.

Downtown Manitowoc, a nonprofit organization,worked with two Manitowoc natives who are avidEvergleam collectors. Their collections include nearly300 aluminum trees, including some very rare varietiesand also numerous color wheels and rotating treestands.

Guided trolley tours of the participating storefronts willbe available on several days during the holidayseason. Due to the vintage nature of the trees, somedisplays are not lighted, so it is best to attend duringdaylight hours. For a map of locations and to purchasetrolley tickets, visitdowntownmanitowoc.org/EvergleamsOnEighth.

For more information, call 901-6999 or 901-0043.

—ACW


Heroes

The Fox Valley responds toHurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria

By Cody Wiesner andAmelia Compton Wolff

When natural disasters as dangerous asHurricane Harvey, Irma and Maria strike,

the Red Cross relies on fast and diligent responsesfrom thousands of volunteers down to the locallevel. Fox Cities residents like Red Cross volunteerJenna Geiser went to Texas after less than a day ofnotice, managing shelters and distributing donatedrelief supplies to those impacted by HurricaneHarvey.

On-location support from the Red Cross isn’tthe only way locals lend support to such disasters.Geiser says “anyone can do a job, locally ornationally.” That’s certainly been true in the FoxCities, where residents have not only volunteeredto help victims, they have also donated blood,rescued animals and aided Texas cattle ranchersand their livestock.

A Swift ResponseThis summer and fall, the United States and

Caribbean Islands saw some of their most costlyand devastating natural disasters to date. HurricaneHarvey hit Texas on August 25, Hurricane Irma hitFlorida on September 10 and Hurricane Maria hitPuerto Rico on September 20, each as Category 4storms.

When disaster strikes, the whole is only asgood as the sum of its parts, and that’s whyproviding hurricane relief requires aid from localcommunities all over the country.

The Fox Cities provided relief to affectedcommunities, thanks to organizations like theCommunity Blood Center (CBC) in Appletonand the Red Cross’ Northeast Wisconsin Chapter.

During the first half of September, America’s

Blood Centers asked the CBC for 20 units of redblood cells, but they sent 140 to Hurricane Harveyvictims instead, giving 15 percent of their weeklysupply. Although Texas needed a lot more bloodthan what the CBC could give, the Fox Citiesplayed an important role in meeting their need.

“Texas probably used thousands of units perday,” says Kristine Belanger, vice president of donorservice at the CBC. “[The CBC is] part of anetwork of stations worldwide. Blood centers inother areas come to help when another is in need.”

The CBC also sent platelets to Hurricane Irma

victims. Platelets are important because they helpthe blood clot, preventing further loss, butpreserving and shipping platelets across the countryis easier said than done.

“Platelets are only good for five days, soanything they collected was used before thehurricane happened,” Bellanger says.

The CBC had to collect 69 all-new units andship them to Florida on short notice, but accordingto Bellanger, both employees and donors workedextra hard to provide enough platelets in time.

“Donors were the heroes. They stepped upwhen we really needed them,” she says, “[and] wehad [employees] come in for special shifts for theweekend. Everyone was committed to doing theirpart.”

The Red Cross in Northeast Wisconsin helpedthe hurricane efforts substantially as well, sendinglarge numbers of volunteers and staff to locationsaffected by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria.

“We’ve been thin, to say the least,” saysBarbara Behling, communications manager at theOshkosh Red Cross. “Every day, we’re sendingpeople to help.”

Behling says that although response teamssometimes cannot travel to Florida immediatelydue to severe road conditions, the Red Cross canstudy weather patterns to determine whenhurricanes hit.

“You know several days in advance whenthey’re going to hit. This has helped people get toa safer place or recognize they need to prepare orfend for themselves because first responders won’t

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Jenna Geiser at a Red Cross distribution point in Houston.


be able to get to them,” Behling says. “Once theroads were safe, we were able to get there by car.”

For disaster workers, being the barrier betweena hurricane victim’s life and death is part of the job.Deanna Culver of Appleton saved a choking manin an Irving, Texas shelter.

“She moved over [to the man], provided thespots on the back, and the elements did notdislodge. She was able to get her arms around thegentlemen who was of a larger girth and was ableto give abdominal thrusts, and it dislodged,”Behling says. “She was credited with saving thatgentleman’s life.”

Puppy LoveHumans weren’t the only species affected by

the hurricanes. Thousands of animals, includingdomesticated pets and strays, were impacted as well.

One Appleton-based nonprofit, Saving PawsAnimal Rescue, decided to help. Saving Paws is a100-percent volunteer-run organization founded in2006 with the mission to rescue homeless animals.Co-Director Glenda Stadler says for the past fouryears, Saving Paws has partnered with Houston

K911, another nonprofit thatworks to reduce stray animaloverpopulation in the Houstonarea. Houston’s stray animalpopulation was already high, butafter Hurricane Harvey hit itincreased dramatically. Stadlercontacted Houston K911 andlearned they were in dire need ofanimal food and supplies.

“We put out a post onFacebook that we were going todo a donation drive and takesome supplies down to Houston,and the response was absolutelyoverwhelming,” Stadler says.

Donations began pouring infrom as far as Port Washingtonand Northern Wisconsin. “We had to get awarehouse donated to hold all the donations,”Stadler says. Over Labor Day weekend, Stadler andher team drove to Houston in two vans containing7,000 pounds of animal food, water, crates andsupplies. One of the best moments of the trip forStadler was seeing the reaction from her HoustonK911 contact.

“When we openedthe van, she was kind ofspeechless,” Stadler says.“They were so veryappreciative.”

Once the vans wereemptied of supplies,they were filled withfoster dogs to be broughtback to Wisconsin. “Webrought back 13 dogsthat were already infoster programs to openup space for animalsdisplaced by thehurricane and hopefullyhelp reunite some of theanimals with ownersdown there,” Stadler says.

A 6-month-old Lab mix named Max was oneof the 13 dogs Savings Paws rescued from Houston.Alan Tanner, a brand manager for Kimberly Clarkin Neenah, and his family of six adopted Maxshortly after he arrived in Appleton.

“With four kids, we knew we needed a specialdog,” Alan says. “When we met Max, the kids were pulling his ears and tail and he took it like a

champ. It didn’t botherhim at all.”

While it was Max’slaidback personality thatultimately won theTanner family over, hisconnection to HurricaneHarvey was personal forAlan, who has a brotherliving in Houston.

“Being so far away,there wasn't a lot wecould do,” he says, “butthis felt like a concreteway we could help andopen up an awesomefoster home for anotherdog that really needs it.”

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Relief for RanchersAccording to the Texas Department of

Agriculture, the state leads the nation in its numberof farms and ranches, with 248,800 farms andranches covering 130.2 million acres. In 2012,Texas’ number one commodity by cash receipt wascattle to the tune of $10.5 billion.

Threats to the cattle industry mean threats tothe foundation of the Texan economy. No oneunderstands this better thanFremont residents Eric andNicki Scott, director of livestocksales for MWI Animal Healthand agricultural companyrepresentative for Bo BrownCompany, respectively. TheScotts have decades ofexperience in the animal healthindustry, so when HurricaneHarvey hit Texas, thehusband-and-wife team knewthe impact would be devastatingand were compelled to act.

In 24 hours, the Scottscollected enough donationsfrom friends and neighbors to filltheir horse trailer with 5,000pounds of supplies. When theyleft for Texas, the only plan was to meet a group ofEric’s coworkers who work in the Beaumont, Texasarea.

“I knew all the rural areas where my guys workwere really affected, so that’s where we wanted tofocus,” Eric says. “We figured we’d just meet up anddrive until somebody needs help.”

When they arrived in Texas, the Scottsdiscovered cattle neck-deep in water, flooded vetclinics and exhausted ranchers. They begandistributing animal health products like antibiotics,vaccines, needles and syringes to area animalshelters and a temporary veterinary clinic set up ina vacant car dealership.

The Scotts were stationed at a ranch belongingto one of Eric’s clients in Devers, Texas. Nickihelped treat some of the cattle and horses thatsuffered foot abscesses and infections from standingin water for days. They also served a communitymeal for the locals, which provided a much-neededemotional break.

“On two different nights wemet up at a fairgrounds and fed allthe ranchers who were working allday,” Eric says. “It was the firsttime those ranchers had gottentogether since the storm hit aweek ago. They had been going24/7 and could finally come andget a steak sandwich and a beer.”

The Scotts worked in Texas

for five days before returning home. It was difficultto leave, Nicki says, when there was so much morework to be done. Eric says his memory is burnedwith images of homes with all their contents sittingcurbside.

“It really makes you think about whateverybody says, that’s it’s just stuff, it doesn’tmatter,” Nicki says, “but it’s different when you’rein there with rubber gloves and boots on.”

Wrapped in HopeNatural disasters can leave

vulnerable populations completelydevastated. In an effort to meet basicsurvival needs, other essentialnecessities are often forgotten.

“When you think about disasterrelief, you think about food, clothingand shelter. You don’t think aboutdiapers,” says Stephanie Bowers,

co-founder andexecutive directorof Jake’s Diapers inKaukauna. “Butthe impact ofdiapers issanitation, hygieneand access toeducation. It’s sobasic, but so overlooked.”

Bowers founded Jake’sDiapers in 2013 to providediapers to babies, children andadults in extreme poverty, bothlocally and globally. Now thenonprofit organization ispartnering with The RebeccaFoundation’s Cloth DiaperCloset, a diaper bank, toprovide diapers for children

affected by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria.The Rebecca Foundation is a partner agency ofJake’s Diapers and had 14 active chaptersthroughout Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico thatwere unable to meet needs due to the hurricanes’impact.

Bowers says the partnership capitalizes on eachorganization’s strength – Jake’s Diapers will collect,prepare and provide diapers and The RebeccaFoundation will distribute them. To date, the teamhas delivered 547 cloth diaper kits to Texas, Floridaand Puerto Rico.

Bowers is also partnering with CaringCrowd,an online crowdfunding platform powered byJohnson & Johnson, which is matching alldonations to support her efforts in hurricane reliefand rebuilding. Donors are fully funding projectssupporting Puerto Rico in a matter of days andsometimes hours, Bowers says.

“We are breaking Johnson & Johnson’sfundraising records because of the work we aredoing,” Bowers says.

Even with all this success, the need for diapersis far from met – 3,000 babies remain on thehurricane relief waiting list. Bowers says efforts inPuerto Rico will continue for the foreseeable future.

“We are up to 547 kids directly impacted by thehurricanes who we are helping,” Bowers says. “Itmight not seem like a lot, but one at a time is howyou make things happen.”

Ornamental Elegance

Pusheen Meowy ChristmasResin Ornament

Neville Public Museum

210 Museum Place, Green Bay(920)448-4460

Minimalist AngelResin

Cedar Harbor611 Morrison St., Appleton

(920)740-4669

Woolen SnowmanNatural fiber and twigs

Natural Encounters2002 N. Lyndale Dr., Appleton

(920)731-2500

“Journey”15th Anniversary Ornament

The Carpenter 120 E. Main St., Little Chute

(920)788-6978

Denim StarFabric

The Wreath Factory 226 Main St., Menasha

(920)886-9989

Surrounded by LoveInterior hand-painted blown glass


(920)788-6978

Buffalo Plaid SantaHandmade

Cedar Harbor611 Morrison St., Appleton

(920)740-4669

Festive ReindeerAvailable with various sentiments

Sissy’s Treats & Treasures205 N. Main St., Seymour

(920)833-0477

Snowflake with MirrorPainted Wood

The Wreath Factory N6625 Hwy 57, Plymouth

(920)893-8700

AngelLight-up blown glass


(920)788-6978

Whimsical SnowmanGlass

Scatter JOY! 1879 N. Casaloma Dr., Appleton

(920)739-6123

DancerWhimsical sculpted reindeer


(920)788-6978

Three Little BirdsBlown Glass and Metal Ornament

La Belle Maison, LLC 220 Main St., Menasha

(920)456-9490

Packers Candy CaneBlown Glass

Neville Public Museum

210 Museum Place, Green Bay(920)448-4460

Gnome OrnamentHandcrafted Wool

Avenue Art & Company 1350 W. College Ave., Appleton

(920)734-7710

Shepherds Afield NativityInterior hand-painted blown glass


(920)788-6978


Thanksgiving on Serendipity LaneNovember 9–11 & 15–19George and Jane are ready to celebrate Thanksgiving withtheir quirky family, but when Jane asks each member toshare a serendipitous event from their recent lives,everyone gets more than they bargained for. Presented byGreen Bay Community Theater. 9–10 & 15–17, 7:30pm.11 & 18, 4 & 7:30pm. 19, 2pm. Robert Lee BraultPlayhouse, Green Bay. 435-6300.

Holiday Window WalkNovember 10Stroll the Avenue to view the decorated storefronts ofdowntown, take advantage of refreshments, register towin gift certificates and enjoy special offers in the shops!Free. 6–9pm. Downtown Appleton. 954-9112.

BID Tree Lighting Ceremony & WindwardWealth Strategies Holiday ParadeNovember 16After many years of the Oshkosh Chamber of Commercerunning the parade, the Downtown Oshkosh BID willorganize the parade, starting with a tree lighting ceremonyat 6pm, parade at 6:30pm. This year’s theme is “A CharlieBrown Christmas.” Free. 6–8pm. Opera House Square,Oshkosh. 303-2265.

Letters to SantaNovember 17Join Mrs. Claus for an evening of fun! Write a letter toSanta and enjoy music, crafts, activities and experimentsfrom our “Frozen: Science and Art” exhibit. Registrationnot required. 5–7:30pm. Paper Discovery Center,Appleton. 380-7491.

Paper Crafting Workshop:Snowflake BlocksNovember 18 Select, prepare and paint woodenblocks to hold beautiful hand-cut papersnowflakes. All materials and suppliesare provided. Designed for adults andchildren 13+ with an accompanyingadult. Preregistration is required byNov. 14. 1–3pm. Paper DiscoveryCenter, Appleton. 380-7491.

Downtown AppletonChristmas ParadeNovember 21The largest nighttime parade in theMidwest with the theme “ChristmasLights on Parade” begins at State St.and College Ave. heading east to Drew St. 7pm. Downtown Appleton.954-9112.

WPS Garden of LightsNovember 24-December 30For the 21st year, experience the magic

of WPS Garden of Lights, encompassed by more than250,000 twinkling lights, and create extraordinary holidaymemories with your family and friends at the Garden thiswinter. Weekends, 5–9pm. Green Bay Botanical Garden.490-9457.

'Tis the Season: Feature Star ShowNovember 24-25, December 1-2, 8-9, 15-16 & 22-23Discover the astronomical significance of this most joyoustime of the year that concludes with a possibleexplanation for the most famous star in Christianity, theStar of Bethlehem. Each show concludes with a tour ofthe current nighttime sky as seen from the Fox Valleyand Northeast Wisconsin. 3:45–4:30pm. BarlowPlanetarium at UW-Fox Valley, Menasha. 832-2868.

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip DavisNovember 26 The spirit of the season comes alive with the signaturesound of Mannheim Steamroller. The group’s firstChristmas album, Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, wasreleased in 1984 and revolutionized the holiday seasonmusic category. 6:30–10pm. Fox Cities Performing ArtsCenter, Appleton. 730-3760.

Russian Grand Ballet presents “Nutcracker”November 28 & 29Tchaikovsky’s lustrous music and the magnificentchoreography of Marius Petipa have made “TheNutcracker” a must-see for children of all ages. RussianGrand Ballet’s full-length classical production featuresRussia’s brightest ballet stars. 7pm. Grand Opera House,Oshkosh. 424-2350.

Laser Holidays: Family Laser ShowNovember 30, December 7, 14 & 21Laser Holidays is a fun experience for everyone and givesnew meaning to the term “holiday lights.” Laser lights areset to a rocking holiday soundtrack. 3:45–4:30pm. BarlowPlanetarium at UW-Fox Valley, Menasha. 832-2868.

Christmas StarsNovember 30 & December 1-3, 7-10This Broadway-style, holiday extravaganza featuressingers, dancers and actors age five through seniorcitizens. Gorgeous costumes, beautiful sets, lighting andstaging make it one of the Midwest’s premiere holidayattractions. 30, 1–2, 7–9, 7pm. 2–3, 9–10, 1pm. XavierFine Arts Theatre, Appleton. 733-8840.

Grignon Mansion Christmas ToursDecember 1-3 & 8-10Learn about Christmas traditions and the Grignon family.Tours will feature candlelight tours after dark, live music,crafts, cookie decorating and wassail (hot spiced cider)and milk punch (eggnog) samples. There will be trolleyrides on Saturday and horse-drawn carriage rides onSunday. 1 & 8, 5–8pm. 2 & 9, 1–7pm. 3 & 10, 12–4pm.Grignon Mansion, Kaukauna. 766-6106.

A Christmas Carol: The MusicalDecember 1-2 & 14-16Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon whobelieves that personal wealth is far more valuable than thehappiness and comfort of others, but he's forced to facehis selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve leadhim through his past, present and future. 1–2 & 14–15,7pm. 2, 2pm. 16, 12 & 4pm. Broadway Theatre, De Pere.445-5669.

A Very Neenah ChristmasDecember 1Start the holiday season with this Neenah tradition.Downtown storefronts are transformed into livemannequin displays featuring holiday and winter scenes.A wide range of events for the whole family, including aRudolph Run, Santa, bell choir and horse-drawn carriagerides. 6–8pm. Wisconsin Ave. & Commercial St.,

Neenah. 722-1920.

Holiday Hot ListYour guide to holiday cheer

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Christmas in the AirDecember 2Roam the EAA Aviation Museum to find morethan 20 local musical, choral and dance groupsperforming on various stages! Don’t miss the arrivalof Santa Claus as he flies in by helicopter at noon tovisit with all of the children! Free. 10am–4pm. EAAMuseum, Oshkosh. 426-4800.

Children’s Christmas Gift WorkshopDecember 2Kids make six gifts. Our volunteers wrap eachgift. Cookies and hot cocoa are served. Advancedregistration required. 10am–12pm. 1–3pm.Heckrodt Wetland Reserve, Menasha. 720-9349.

Oshkosh SymphonyOrchestra HolidayCelebrationDecember 2Join the Oshkosh SymphonyOrchestra as they carry on thisfamily-friendly holiday tradition.Celebrate the joy of the seasonthrough song, featuring theOshkosh Symphony Orchestrawith Andrew Sewellconducting. 7:30–9pm. TheGrand Oshkosh. 424-2350.

Kimberly Community Band Holiday ConcertDecember 3Join the Kimberly Community Band for their festiveand free holiday concert. A social with punch andcookies follows the concert and Santa will visit withtreats for the kids. 2–3pm. JR Gerritts MiddleSchool, Kimberly. 659-9041.

Holiday Concert with Tom PeaseDecember 5That wild, antic songster returns for a concert filledwith those lovable Tom songs and jokes! Don't missthis concert filled with songs old and new, plus someseasonal joy and good cheer. No registrationnecessary. 6:30pm. Elisha D. Smith Public Library,Menasha. 967-3670.

The Spirit of Christmas PastDecember 9 & 16Learn about the development of Christmas, when itbecame an American tradition and how it wouldhave been celebrated during different periods ofWisconsin’s early history. Meet Old World Santa fora treat and take a family photo with him. 12–6pm.Heritage Hill, Green Bay. 448-5150.

Yule Loggers: A Lumberjack ChristmasDecember 7 & 12This year’s annual show will include performancesby the Fox Valleyaires Barbershop Chorus, guest FoxCities community chorus members and manyperforming groups. Dec. 7 at the Grand Meridian,Appleton. Cocktails at 5:30pm, dinner at 6:30pm,show at 7:30. 968-2621. Dec. 12 at James W. PerryHall at UW-Fox Valley, Menasha. 7pm. 757-6153.

Hollywood ChristmasDecember 9Join the Fox Valley Chorus as they celebrate thesongs of the season from your favorite Christmasmovies and shows – acapella style, of course!Featuring guest quartets and small groups. 2 & 7pm.St. Mary’s Central High School Jane BergstromTheatre, Neenah. 982-5639.

Holiday Ballroom Dance partyDecember 10Take a break from the hectic holiday season with an elegant afternoon on the dance floor! Getmoving to music with a DJ, sip a refreshing drink,meet new people, watch dance demonstrations andmix it up with other dancers. Lesson at 11am.Dance, 12–3:30 p.m. John Michael Kohler ArtsCenter, Sheboygan. 458-6144.

Holiday Fun FestDecember 16Enjoy fun for the whole family featuring live music,visits with Santa, cookie decorating with Mrs.Claus, story time and games inside the Farm Market.

The HolidayHandcrafted GiftMarket will be backinside City Center aswell. Enjoy horse-drawncarriage rides,refreshments and more.All day. City CenterPlaza and DowntownAppleton. 954-9112.

Christmas at the ChapelDecember 16Join newVoices for oneof the most joyousChristmas traditions in

the region as they present concerts of sacred songsand hymns. Celebrate Christmas with 75 voiceslifted in praise and joy to proclaim the true meaningof the season! Featuring the Lawrence Academy ofMusic’s Young Men’s Choir. 2–4pm & 7:30–9:30pm.Lawrence Memorial Chapel, Appleton. 832-9700.

The NutcrackerDecember 16 & 17 Watch talented local dancers from Makaroff YouthBallet tell the classic holiday tale of Clara’sadventures with the Prince and his army of toysoldiers, the Mouse Queen and the Sugar PlumFairy, accompanied with live music by the FoxValley Symphony Orchestra and the AppletonBoychoir. 16, 7:30pm. 17, 1pm. Fox CitiesPerforming Arts Center, Appleton. 730-3760.

Christmas Carol SingDecember 17Hosted by the Oshkosh Area Community Band andfeaturing the Madrigal Singers from Oshkosh North,Oshkosh West and Lourdes High Schools, this freeannual event allows the audience to sing yourfavorite carols with the Madrigals. Free-will offeringswill benefit the Christine Ann Domestic AbuseCenter. 6:30–7:30pm. Grand Opera House,Oshkosh. 424-2350.

Mile of Music's New Year’s Encore EveDecember 31Ring in 2018 with a night of handcrafted,calendar-flipping fun! 8pm–12:15am. RadissonPaper Valley Hotel & Conference Center,Appleton. 750-5020.

Menasha New Year’s Eve CelebrationDecember 3124th annual event with live TV coverage fromCurtis Reed Square, featuring Channel 5. Enjoy livemusic, giveaways, a midnight ball drop andfireworks. Free. 10pm–12:30am. Curtis Reed Square,Menasha. 967-3640.

It’s All in the Details!At Apricot Lane Boutique we have all youneed to create a cozy layered look like this

convertible shawl vest paired witha floral top, fur ball beanie andcomfy denim. Stop in for greatgift ideas and stocking stuffers.Text ALBAP to 57711 for 25%

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Downtown Appleton forthe Holidays!

Enjoy visits with Santa, One StopElf Shop Kids Market, Light UpNight & Window Walk, the 47thAnnual Downtown ChristmasParade and Small Business Saturday.Shop at the 70+ boutiques forunique gifts or celebrate at one ofthe 70+ pubs & restaurants.Remember Downtown Appletongift certificates can be redeemed atover 170 locations! Details atwww.appletondowntown.org

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Xavier Theatre Presents“Guys and Dolls”

Hailed as the perfect musical comedy,this award-winning classic gambleswith luck and love under the brightlights of Broadway, with music andlyrics by Frank Loesser. Presented by Xavier Theatre, November 10–18.Call or go online for tickets & more information. 1600 W. Prospect Ave.,

Appleton. (920) 733-8840. www.xaviertheatre.com

Vintage Holiday TreasuresFrom handcrafted holiday decor, to vintageand repurposed furniture, you are sure tofind something for everyone on yourChristmas list. Find unique, one of a kindgifts at Creative Touch Designs, theplace for recycled treasures! 196 Main St.,Downtown Menasha. (920)871-8006.creativetouchdesignswi.com

NOT Your Dad’s KaraokeIntroducing Friday and Saturday night

karaoke at Home Burger Bar,winner of the 2017 Golden Fork

Award for Best Burger! Come for anawesome, award-winning burger servedby friendly, attentive staff and stay forthe songs! Beginning at 9pm, join inthe fun where everyone sings along.205 W. College Ave., Appleton.

(920) 364-9484. facebook.com/homeburgerbarappleton

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With spacious queen suites,whirlpool and fireplace suites,complimentary hot breakfast,free high-speed internetconnections, and a locationclose to unique shops andrestaurants, the Kress Inn is

a perfect place to stay while visiting family and friends. Specialpackages available. 300 Grant St., De Pere, (920)403-5100 or(800)221-5070. kressinn.com.

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Naughty or Nice…Your pet deserves a present under the tree fromSanta. Find the perfect gift at Lucy’s Closet

Pet Boutique and Spa. We haveeverything a dog desires, from coats andcollars to toys and treats. You’ll also findfun gift items for people who love cats and

dogs. Pets welcome! Now offeringgrooming! 129 W. Wisconsin Ave., DowntownNeenah. Hours: Tu–F, 10am–6pm; Sa, 10am–3pm.

lucysclosetpetboutique.com.

Warm Hospitality Awaits You!We offer the latest in custom concrete countertopswith endless possibilities, bringing you innovative,“green” products without sacrificing style or design.Add detail to your home with our décor and gift

items, featuring American made products as well asitems by local artists. We have a large selection ofStormy Kromer apparel – stop in to see it today!

Natural Encounters, 2002 N. Lyndale Dr.,Appleton. (920)731-2500. naturalencounters.net

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Rescued Is Our Favorite BreedAfter the hustle and bustle of Black Friday and CyberMonday shopping, please take a moment to remember

pets in need on #Giving Tuesday,November 28th. Your donationto the Fox Valley HumaneAssociation provides food,shelter and medical servicesto the pets in our care untilthey find their foreverhomes. Together we can

save more lives! To donate oradopt visitwww.foxvalleypets.org.

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Give the Gift of Original Art!At The Hang Up Gallery you’ll findpaintings, prints, jewelry and ceramicsby local artists. Sunset Hill Stonewarecoffee mugs, bowls and dinnerware.

Exceptional creative framing for yourart, photos, and memorabilia. Artist

supplies for the amateur toprofessional. 204 W. Wisconsin Ave.,

Downtown Neenah. (920) 722-0481.hangupgalleryoffineart.com

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Take the Hassle Outof Holiday LightingThe Landscape Associatesteam will design and installyour outdoor holiday lightsbased on your vision. From

outlining your roof andwindows to accenting yourtrees, fences and shrubs, they work with you to achieve the look you

desire. At the end of the season they will remove and store the lights for next year. No more climbing ladders. Call (920)337-4915 today for a FREE quote.

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The Finishing TouchComplete your holiday outfit with shoes from Vanderloop Shoes.

Your feet will appreciate the gift of comfort. Shop dress footwear fromquality brands for men and women at Vanderloop Shoes:

127 E Main Street, Little Chute. (920) 788-1061; 1861 N Casaloma Drive, Appleton. (920) 882-8585;1593 Western Avenue, Green Bay. (920)496-0505.

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Celebrate the Season With Us!

Visit The Wreath Factory’sChristmas Open House fromNovember 3 through 12 to see ourshowrooms filled with holiday decor,gifts and inspiration! While you’rehere pre-order your wreaths andgarland. Looking to get together withfriends or family? We host group

workshops where you can decorate yourown wreath — call for details. Two great

locations: N6625 Hwy 57, Plymouth.(920)893-8700. 226 Main St., Menasha. (920)886-9989.wreathfactoryonline.com

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Celebrating 24 seasons!Christmas Stars, an original Broadway-style revueappropriate for the entire family, features an original script and favorite holiday music with a cast of 250 in

production numbers such as a re-creation of the New York Christmas Parade, a visit to the North Pole anda breath-taking living Nativity. Running November 30 –

December 10 at Xavier Fine Arts Theatre. Call or go online tickets & more information.

1600 W. Prospect Ave., Appleton. (920) 733-8840.www.christmasstars.org.

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Get in the Spirit and Give Back Come to ATLAS WaterFront Caféto see vintage collectible holiday itemson display and available for purchase.

Save 5% on all vintage Christmas itemsnow through Friday, December 8, whenyou donate new or gently used purses,

socks, scarves & mittens for our Power of the Purse program. Join us for lunch on Saturday, December 9.Together, we’ll fill the purses for

distribution to area homelessshelters and Iris Place, a NAMI

Fox Valley peer run respite. 425 W. Water St., Appleton.

(920)734-6871. atlaswaterfrontcafe.com.


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Even with 4,000 miles between us,Fox Cities residents and people from

Denmark have something in common –we both endure some of the longest,darkest winters around. When it comes towinter coping mechanisms, our Danishcounterparts have an edge in the conceptknown as hygge (pronounced hoo-guh).Danes developed hygge as a way to findenjoyment in the bleak days of winter as itcelebrates life’s simple pleasures likehand-knit blankets, flickering candlelightand coffee with friends. “It’s definitelymore of a feeling. It’s not necessarilysomething you can go out and buy,” says Leslie Wilson, owner of BellwetherInterior Design in Neenah.

While central to Scandinavian culture, theconcept has only recently made its way this side ofthe Atlantic. The word itself has no direct Englishtranslation, but hygge focuses on creating warmth,coziness and contentment. Sometimes it can beinterpreted as the art of creating intimacy in yourhome, so the holidays are a natural time to hygge up.We spoke to local interior design experts who suggestseven ways to hygge your home for the holidays andall winter long.

at home

HOW TO

YOUR HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYSBy Amelia Compton Wolff


Keep rooms clean and uncluttered. Hygge embraces a minimalist approach to

decor with the philosophy that a serene spaceleads to a serene mind. This is easier said thandone, especially during the holidays when clutteris at an all-time high. “We tend to over-accessorize during theholidays,” says RebekahMyers, head designer atBranching Out & Co. inAppleton. “So don’t be afraidto put pieces away.” Clearingspace creates a cleanlandscape for seasonal itemsto shine. One of the mostwell-intentioned cluttercreators during the holidays isgreeting cards. Instead ofdisplaying them on primemantle real estate, Wilsonsuggests attaching them to afestive ribbon hung above an entryway. “If youdon't have tons of space, you always have wallspace or over a doorway that adds an extraelement without adding clutter because it’s noton a tabletop,” she says.

Arrange seating to encourageconversation.

“This concept is all about coziness, familyand friends, so you want to create anenvironment that’s conducive to conversationand laughter,” says Greg Curtiss, designer at TheWreath Factory in Menasha. “Seating often facesthe TV. Change that.” Seating arranged in acircular grouping is more conversation-friendly,Curtiss says. Don’t forget to offer extra blanketsand plenty of pillows so guests can lingercomfortably. “I always have a basket of knitstockings or slippers for guests to slip on and curlup with a blanket,” Curtiss says. Wilson suggestsswitching out an everyday coffee table with a

plush ottoman that can serve as additionalseating, if needed.

Create ambiance with secondary lighting. Harsh overhead lights, begone – cozy lighting

is a main tenet of hygge. Fireplaces provide thewarm glow that hygge isknown for, but the sameeffect can be achievedwith string lights,candles and lamps. “Welove mixing candles on a mantle or in atablescape, using variousheights of pillar candlesor pairing chunky andtaper candles in differentholders,” says CaseeMeach, sales andmarketing director atBranching Out & Co.

During the holiday season, Wilson opts forearthy-scented candles, like those with notes offresh pine and tobacco. She also recommendsadding candle wall sconces to keep tabletops free

HYGGE (hoo-guh)The Oxford English Dictionarydefines hygge as “a quality ofcosiness and comfortableconviviality that engenders afeeling of contentment orwell-being, regarded as adefining characteristic ofDanish culture.”

from unnecessary clutter. Don’t discountbattery-operated flameless candles either,Curtiss says. New models look like the realthing and can be set to a timer or operatedwith a remote control. Plus, there’s no safetyconcern.

Decorate with natural materials. Connecting with nature is central to

hygge and luckily the holiday season offersample opportunity to bring the outdoors in.A no-brainer method is to opt for a realChristmas tree, but there are many ways toincorporate plants and natural elements.Meach is a fan of large fiddle-leaf figs indecorative containers that can breathe lifeinto a room in more ways than one. “Not onlyare they pleasing to the eye, but many plantscreate oxygen in the home and certain ones,like lavender, have calming effects,” saysMyers. Bonus: adding aromatic evergreenslike pine, cedar and balsam to your decor willfill your home with the scent of Christmas.Curtiss favors Port Orford cedar. “It’s a long,flat branch, and when it dries, it doesn’t losethe needles,” he says. “I like tucking it inbookshelves and around mantles.”

Incorporate meaningful items. Handmade decor adds instant character.

If you don’t have a mantle, Curtiss suggestshanging a birch log on the wall with some cuphooks screwed to the bottom from whichstockings can hang. “It brings in that naturalelement, but also provides texture andinterest,” he says. Display keepsakes from yourtravels or pieces that hold sentimental valueeven if they don’t adhere to this year’s holidaydecor theme. It’s okay to mix vintageChristmas tree ornaments with new ones orto pair your heirloom china with modernflatware. “It’s your home and your memories,”Wilson says. “It’s more interesting when thingshave a story behind them. They’re conversationpieces.” And good conversation is totally hygge.

Add layers of texture. If color is intimidating, create visual interest

with textural layers. During the cold wintermonths, Wilson recommends layering wools, furs

and knits, whether withthrow pillows and blankets orrugs. “Another big trend ismacrame,” Wilson says. “Youcan add texture on walls witha hanging as well.” Curtisslikes to add throws andpillows in a monochromaticcolor scheme of grays, creamsand whites, but in differenttextures and even variouspatterns. “People are afraid ofmixing patterns like polkadots and stripes,” he says, “butas long as it’s the same colorfamily, go for it.” In order toachieve that hygge coziness,Meach says it’s important tosoften hard surfaces and lines.“Add flowers and fresh greens

to soften a centerpiece on a hard surface,” she says.“It offsets the texture to give it that warmth.”

Focus on people, not things. Candles and fuzzy socks are great, but true

hygge is a philosophy of mind and spirit. At itscenter is the ability to slow down and savor thelittle things, most of all being the company ofpeople you love. To best serve the family andfriends you welcome into your home this holidayseason, Curtiss says you must appeal to all parts oftheir being, and it rarely requires any money. “Youwant to hit all the senses – the sounds, the smells,the visuals, the touch, the tastes,” he says. One ofCurtiss’ favorite soundtracks is the simple cracklingof a fireplace. Mulled cider smells as great as ittastes. Cozy fabrics look and feel luxurious. Mostimportantly, lively conversations and heartfeltsentiments are balm for the soul.P


As the whirlwind of the holiday seasonapproaches so do the traditions thataccompany it. Many of us will find ourselvesamongst family, friends or coworkers as wecelebrate the season. Steeped in a rich historyand a holiday heritage of its own, Stella Artoisis the perfect beer to ring in the holidays.

First launched as a Christmas beer to celebratethe holiday season as a gift to the people ofLeuven, Belgium, Stella Artois received itsname from ‘Stella’ the Latin for the word‘star’ while Artois referenced the former headbrewer’s namesake. Only intended to beavailable on a limited basis, the beer was sowell received that it was available forsubsequent holidays and then year around.

Now the number one Belgian beer in theworld, Stella Artois boasts a pleasantly bitterflavor and a refreshing finish compliments of afloral hop aroma, balanced with a fruity maltysweetness and a crisp hop bitterness making ita flexible choice for a variety of food pairings.Served in an iconic chalice, Stella Artois pairswell with grilled steak and roasted chicken,cheeses including cheddar and gouda as well assteamed mussels. Chef Peter Kuenzi, ownerand operator of Zuppas Café & Catering,1540 S. Commercial St., Neenah provides aclassic holiday recipe with a Stella twist.

STELLA ARTOIS BRINED TURKEY

Ingredients

1 10–12 lb. turkey 6 12 oz. bottles Stella Artois ½ cup kosher salt12 bay leaves8 fresh rosemary sprigs8 cloves of garlic, sliced2 tablespoons melted butter4 cloves garlic, minced1 tablespoon paprika1 tablespoon dried thyme1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon dried sage1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Place turkey in a pail or large bowl. Pour beerover turkey. Add salt, bay leaves, rosemaryand sliced garlic. If necessary add justenough water to cover turkey. Cover andmarinate in refrigerator for 24 hours.

Drain turkey, discarding beer mixture. Placeturkey, breast side up, on a rack in a roastingpan. In small bowl stir together the meltedbutter and minced garlic. Brush on the turkey.In another bowl mix together paprika, thyme,onion powder, sage and pepper. Sprinkleevenly over entire surface of turkey; rub inwith your fingers.

Roast in a 325 degree oven for 2 ½ to 3hours or until juices run clear and turkey is nolonger pink. Remove turkey from oven. Coverwith foil and let stand for 10 to 15 minutesbefore carving.


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Decadent holiday treats and health-conscious counterparts


Real talk: no one is starting a diet during theholidays. November kicks off the season of

culinary decadence, and hey, we are fully on boardwith that. But for those who want to indulge a littlemore strategically, there are nice (or “nicer”)alternatives when you’ve overdone it on thenaughty treats. Here we present both sides of thecoin and leave the decision up to you – nojudgments.

NAUGHTY: CHAMPAGNE AND CHEESEWhat’s merrier than a glass of bubbly?

Champagne signifies celebration and is enough toput anyone in the holiday spirit, especially whenit’s paired with truffle-Parmesan popcorn andcheese. At Uncorked Bistro in Neenah, you canorder a festive glass of Moet Imperial BrutChampagne with exotic fruit aromas (think peach,pineapple and honey) and fresh crispness. Tobalance its seductively smooth flavor, UncorkedManager Kris Lavery says the Moet Imperial BrutChampagne pairs nicely with hard cheeses, nutsand smoked fish. We’ll cheers to that.

Nice: CHAMPAGNE SALAD The champagne salad at Draft Gastropub is one

part saint, one part sinner. “Our chef wanted youto hear the name of the salad and immediately feellike you’re indulging in something upscale and alittle sinful,” says Shirley Vazquez, co-owner ofDraft Gastropub which opened its new northAppleton location on September 5. On the saintlyside, the salad includes ingredients like fresh fieldgreens, sliced grapes and mini heirloom tomatoes.On the other, there’s candied oranges and pecans,zinfandel-poached pears and goat cheese. It is alltossed in a homemade champagne vinaigrette fora little festive flair, no designated driver required.

NAUGHTY: FRIED EGG ROLLSSometimes after a marathon day of holiday

shopping, baking and gift wrapping, takeout is theonly answer for growling tummies. Mai’s Deli inAppleton is a go-to for Asian carry-out, offeringcurries, noodles, stir frys and some of the best deep-fried egg rolls around – crispy on the outside,bursting with flavor on the inside. Mai makes themfresh, by hand, each morning, frying them untilthey are a delicious golden brown. The fillingconsists of bean thread noodles, carrot, cabbage,and onion and your choice of chicken, pork orvegetarian. The essential sweet and sour saucecomes on the side.

Nice: EGG ROLL BOWLDeep-fried foods are delicious, but they come

with high calorie counts. At Eggrolls Inc inAppleton you can satisfy your egg roll craving witha gluten-free egg roll bowl which offers all the flavorof a traditional egg roll at a fraction of the caloricvalue. “For the egg roll bowls, we take the insidesof an egg roll and flash fry them for a coupleminutes in a hot wok,” owner Blong Yang says. “We

use extra veggies like cabbage, carrots,cilantro and green onion served on top of romainelettuce.” At fewer than 200 calories a pop, these eggroll bowls are something to feel good about.

NAUGHTY: FRUITCAKEFor one of the finest fruitcakes, look no further

than Vande Walle’s Candies in Appleton. SteveVande Walle says their recipe dates back to 1916and is the only one used since his father bought thebusiness in 1974. The traditional German fruitcakeis loaded with glazed fruits such as red and greencherries, golden pineapple and raisins, as well aspecans and walnuts. A small amount of butter-richbatter holds all that decadence together. “Whenyou slice this fruitcake and hold it up to the light,it will shine through the fruit and it looks like astained glass window,” Vande Walle says. “This isthe highest quality fruitcake you can make.” Don’tbe swayed by fruitcake’s bad rap, says Vande Wallewho argues, “If you’ve never had it, you don’t knowhow good it can be.” Find Vande Walle’s fruitcakemid-November through the New Year in store andonline.

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Nice: BOUNTII BITESIf you find yourself

reaching for another pieceof fruitcake after January2, try the Bountii Bitesfrom Freshii in Appletoninstead. These bite-sizemorsels satisfy a sweettooth, but are packed withnutrient-dense superfoodslike peanut butter, honey,coconut, dried cranberriesand pumpkin seeds. “Themain ingredient, peanutbutter, provides thepowerful antioxidantvitamin E, bone-building magnesium and immunity-boostingvitamin B6,” owner Desiree Nerenhausen says. “Pumpkin seedsare not only perfect for fall, but they also contain heart healthy magnesium,zinc which aids in immune support and plant-based omega-3 fats.”

NAUGHTY: HOT TURKEY SANDWICHThe hot turkey sandwich at Third Street Diner in Menasha is comfort

food at its finest. Here, oven-roasted turkey breast is served open-faced on twoslices of white bread and covered with poultry gravy. The knife-and-forksandwich is served with real mashed potatoes and the vegetable of the day(and, let’s face it, veggies always taste better covered in gravy too). The plateis like a Thanksgiving dinner whenever you need it. Owner Michelle Meyerguarantees the mashed potatoes are the real deal – never instant – and so worththe indulgence.

Nice: TURKEY CRANBERRY WRAPSpats Food & Spirits in Appleton serves up a taste of traditional turkey

and cranberry in a better-for-you wrap. The wrap is made with diet-friendlygrilled turkey, cranberry port relish, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato and onionon a garlic herb tortilla. “It’s a great wrap because we use port relish, whichgives it a kick and a little different flavor than just typical cranberry,” says BillNubert, owner of Spats. It comes with a choice of side, but select the fiber-richsweet potato fries if you can’t bring yourself to order the side salad. If a coldwrap won’t hit the spot on a winter’s day, it can also be ordered hot and comesin a warm tortilla with melted cheese.

NAUGHTY:MINI PUMPKIN WHOOPIE PIESWhoopie pies may be the world’s most irresistible dessert. Who can say no

to buttercream frosting sandwiched between two pillowy pumpkin spicecookies? Festive and fun, these two-bite pumpkin whoopie pies from AllSeasons Coffeehouse in Appleton are filled with buttercream frosting madewith homemade vanilla bean extract. Head Baker Veda Stuck says customerslove the light and airy consistency of the cookies that resemble a pumpkinspice cake. If you feel like playing Santa, order a dozen in advance and surprise

your coworkers at the office party.

Nice: PUMPKIN SPICESMOOTHIE BOWL

The pumpkin spicesmoothie bowl from Bona Fide

Juicery, opening on Appleton’sCollege Avenue in November, is ahealth-conscious, vegan alternative topumpkin pie. The smoothie base,which is a lean 170 calories, is madewith organic banana, nutmeg,nutrient-rich pumpkin, cinnamonand vanilla almond milk. The bowl istopped with chia seeds, crumbledvegan graham crackers, walnuts, soywhipped cream and a sprinkle of

Chef Jeff Igel is Program Director ofCulinary Outreach at Fox Valley TechnicalCollege, Appleton. “Chef Jeff” has spenthis entire career in the restaurant andhospitality industry, serving in manycapacities.

What is brown butter and how can itbe used? —Ginger, Appleton

Brown butter is unsalted butter thathas been melted over low heat until itseparates into its two primarycomponents of butter fat (also known asclarified butter) and milk solids. Thebutter fat floats and the milk solids reston the bottom of the pan and whenallowed to continue to cook over lowheat, the milk solids will toast or brown,giving them a pleasant nutty flavor andbrownish tan color. The butter fat andbrowned milk solids are then stirred backtogether producing brown butter. If thebutter fat is used without reintroducingthe browned milk solids, it is known asghee, which is a staple of Indian cuisine.

Brown butter has a very subtle richnessand can be used melted or cooled whichmakes it quite versatile. It is often used inthe preparation of baked items includingfrostings, sweet breads, sauces and manydifferent types of cookies like chocolatechip and butter cookies. On the savoryside, brown butter is often used withpasta dishes like gnocchi and couscous.The richness of browned butter also pairswell with delicate fish like flounder andsole as well as enhancing shrimp andscallops.

Once you prepare brown butter and geta taste for it, you will probably find thereare lots of ways to use it to enhance yourculinary creations.

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cinnamon to make it tasteway more decadent than itactually is. Chris Strauss andNicole Lindquist openedBona Fide Juicery’s De Perelocation in May 2017. TheAppleton location will bethe pair’s second store.

NAUGHTY: HONEY BOYSSometimes tradition can

dictate decadence. Hill TopBakery in Kaukauna hasbeen famous for their “honeyboys,” a spin on traditionalgingerbread men, since the1960s. The beloved honeyboys are made withlebkuchen, a traditionalChristmas sweet fromNuremburg, Germany that isthicker and softer thangingerbread, lightly spiced andloaded with honey. The boys are decorated withbuttercream frosting and an assortment of holidaycandies. Hill Top owner Lynn Engel says thelebkuchen dough starts soft, but “Once it dries, it’sa good dunker in your coffee.” Honey boys can onlybe purchased in the store, but Hill Top also offersdo-it-yourself honey house kits made with the samelebkuchen dough that can be shipped worldwide.

Nice: GINGERBREAD MUFFINHealthy gingerbread? It’s a thing at Happy

Bellies Bake Shop in Appleton. Their gluten- anddairy-free gingerbread muffins are made withorganic spices and cage-free eggs, topped withwalnuts and chocolate chunks. Happy Bellies alsouses lower glycemic sweeteners in their treats likeagave nectar and coconut palm sugar. Foods that

are low on the glycemic index are processed intoglucose more slowly by the body and cause lessdramatic fluctuations in blood glucose and insulinlevels. When gingerbread is this nutritious, it’s easyto justify the indulgence.

NAUGHTY: EGGNOG LATTEEggnog is basically Christmas in a glass and

luckily for our waistlines, its consumption is prettystickly refined to the holiday season. The drink ishigh in calories, sugar and fat, but the holidays arenot the time to be reading nutrition labels. For afun take of the ubiquitous holiday beverage (and alittle caffeine pick-me-up), try the eggnog latte atSeth’s Coffee with locations in Little Chute and

Appleton. The latte is made with a doubleshot of espresso and topped with steamed

Lamer’s Dairy famous eggnog and asprinkle of nutmeg. According toowner Seth Lenz, the drink is “creamy,smooth, and outrageously delicious.”

Nice: EGGNOG ROOIBOSThis naturally caffeine-free eggnog

rooibos from Fava Tea in Appleton hasthe rich, creamy taste of eggnogwithout the calories. The aroma issweet and smooth, reminiscent of agooey cinnamon roll drizzled withicing or cinnamon sticks simmering inheavy cream. You might even getwhiffs of pine trees, buttery popcornand fresh-from-the-ovensnickerdoodle cookies. The tea has afresh cinnamon flavor and creamymouthfeel, just like eggnog. Withflavors of pound cake and nutmeg, it’sperfect for the holiday season –whether you’re sipping a mug at theoffice or opening presents onChristmas morning.


The Appleton Street Sports Bar & Grill124 N. Appleton St., Appleton 731-8885At Appleton Street Sports Bar & Grill you’ll findappetizers, salads, gourmet burgers, made-from-scratch pizza and more. For Friday fish loversthere’s pan-fried walleye, haddock, perch andpanko crusted shrimp served with your choice of side. Try the blackened salmon orhaddock for a healthy option. We source locallyfrom The Meat Block, Quaker Bakery, Laack’sCheese and more. Ask about our private roomwith fireplace for your holiday parties. Open M, 3pm. Tu–Sa, 11am. Happy hour daily3–6pm; Fr, 1–6pm. Call for Sunday hours duringPacker season. Official Wisconsin BadgersAlumni venue!

Carmella’s: an Italian Bistro716 N. Casaloma Dr., Appleton 882-4044Experience authentic Italian cuisine in a European-stylesetting with a lively atmosphere and knowledgeable,welcoming staff. Select from pastas, entrées, appetizers,salads and sandwiches any time of day. Our divine desserts are all made in-house by our pastry chef. During warmer months, our secluded patio offers an alfresco dining experience unlike any other. We also offer a private dining area for small groups, and off-sitecatering. Winner of six 2016 FOX CITIES MagazineGolden Fork Awards, including Best Overall. Hours: Su, Tu–Th, 11am–9pm; F & Sa, 11am–10pm.Reservations accepted for parties of six or more.carmellasbistro.com.

Cozzy Corner111 N. Walnut Street, Appleton 364-9563107 E. 2nd. Street, Kaukauna 462-4186BBQ ribs, pulled pork, catfish, chicken & waffles, hush puppies and mashed potatoes—Cozzy Corner serves up the down-home, finger-licking good flavors of the South like no other in the Fox Cities. OwnerNatasha Banks uses her own mama’s family recipes. Voted Best Homestyle/Comfort Food in FOX CITIESMagazine’s Golden Fork Awards, Cozzy Corner treats you like family and the atmosphere is “oh so cozy” you’llwant to make yourself at home again and again. Appleton: Tu–Th, 11am–8pm; F & Sa, 11am–9pm; Su 11am–7pm. Kaukauna: Th–Sa, 11am–9pm; Su, 11am–7pm. TheCozzyCorner1.com

Debé Cheesecake and Corporate Cateringdebecheesecake.com 720-5400Home of “Lunch in the Little Red Box” – the Valley’sfinest box lunch! Debé Cheesecake and Catering iscommitted to bringing you exceptional food. Made with quality ingredients. Our sauces are made fresh in our kitchen with no extra additives. Our breads and desserts are baked fresh daily. With your first bite, you will know it was worth the extra effort! Email: [email protected].

GingeRootz Asian Grille2920 N. Ballard Road, Appleton 738-9688Discover how the finest ingredients come together to create a new world of flavor. Stop in for lunch or dinner in our contemporary dining area, or relax inthe lounge with a drink from our full service bar. Have a special event on the horizon? From businessmeetings to birthdays, our private banquet room willspice up any party. We also offer off-premise catering for parties of all occasions. Our cozy patio will be open as weather permits. Open daily 11am–9:30pm.Offering complementary appetizers during Bar Happy Hour: 4 –7pm, Su–Th; after 8:30pm, F & Sa.Daily Dining Happy Hour specials 3–5pm.gingerootz.com.

Houdini’s Escape Gastropub1216 S. Oneida St., Appleton 574-2616From the beautiful brick patio with glowing fire tables, tothe spotless open concept kitchen, Houdini’s offers amagical dining experience unlike anywhere in the FoxValley. A selection of more than 160 local, craft, andmicrobrew beers, and a rotating wine list complement ourseasonal food offerings and daily chef’s specials.Unexpected menu items aren’t the only thingsmesmerizing guests — enjoy a special plated brunch menuon Sundays or sip on a craft cocktail while watching thechefs work their magic. Open M–Sa at 11am, Su at 9am.houdinisescape.com.

IL Angolo Restó-Bar201 N. Appleton St., Appleton 993-8811To enjoy original gastronomy from France, Spain, Italy,Greece, Egypt and Morocco, IL Angolo is the ideal placeto celebrate the Mediterranean feast, creating for you themost diverse and original dishes prepared with recipes ofeach region, specializing in high-grade cuts and thefreshest catch of the day, prepared with the best selectionof local herbs and spices, fresh produce from the localfarmer’s market, as well as imported ingredients andartisan products. M–Sa, 5–10pm. ilangolo-appleton.com.

Island SushiN162 Eisenhower Dr., Appleton 993-2222Island Sushi is home to the only floating sushi bar in theFox Cities. Select unlimited plates from boats in the “sushimoat” as they float by as well as custom order yourfavorites from the chef. Perfect for diners who wish to tryseveral types of sushi, our endless variety of raw andcooked rolls plus other specialty items will keep yousnagging plates all day or night. Sip a craft cocktail at ouradjacent bar where you can also enjoy à la cartemade-to-order sushi rolls. Open M–Sa, 12pm–9pm;Private parties available on Sundays.

Little Diner Xpress1939 N. Richmond St., Appleton 734-9962Awarded FOX CITIES Magazine’s Golden Fork for BestDiner/Café three years running, the full menu at LittleDiner Xpress can be enjoyed day or night. This affordablelittle gem offers a great build-your-own craft burger menuincluding an organic grass-fed burger option and fantasticbreakfast items like indulgent cookies and cream stuffedfrench toast. Organic coffee and espresso drinks, reducedGMO foods, locally-sourced ingredients and healthieroptions set this diner apart. Relax in the cozy atmosphere24 hours a day. Eat Anytime!

Mr. Brews Taphouse201 S. RiverHeath Way, Appleton 815-3516Nestled along the Fox River, offering spectacular waterand wildlife viewing, Mr. Brews Taphouse features 48 tapcraft beers and a selection of wines to accompany ourgourmet burgers and fresh cut fries/chips. We also offer

chicken, turkey burgers and vegetarian options,as well as salads and a kids menu. Check out ourwebsite and find us on Facebook for upcomingevents. Reserve our mezzanine for your holidaygathering. Join us for happy hour M–F, 3–6pm.Open Su–Th, 11am–11pm; F–Sa 11am–midnight.Connect with us on Untappd for our current beerselections! mrbrewstaphouse.com.

Pisco Mar528 W College Ave, Appleton 221-3346Nestled in the heart of downtown Appleton,Pisco Mar offers a warm, relaxed atmosphere thatbalances sophisticated gastronomy with friendlyservice. Enjoy our unique twist of flavors with aselection of entrées from the sea and signaturesteak dishes, including excellent wines to pairwith your dinner. We have a spacious bar and

comfortable lounges for your special occasion. Parking isavailable at the back of Flanagan’s parking lot. M–Th,5–9pm; F & Sa, 5–10pm. Su, closed. piscomarappleton.com.

SAP708 N. Casaloma Drive, Appleton 257-2194SAP offers breakfast and lunch classics any time of theday! We use locally sourced eggs from organic-fedchickens in all of our dishes, and our pork is from a farmdown the road. Stop in for a coffee or espresso drink anda from-scratch pastry or dessert from our bakery case. Ourdeli case is full of artisan Wisconsin cheeses and meats,organic rotisserie chickens and house-made favorites. Notime to sit down? Order to go! On warmer days, we’ll openthe garage doors on our four-seasons patio. Winner of the2017 FOX CITIES Magazine Golden Fork Awards forBest Breakfast/Brunch and Best Dessert. Tu–Su,8am–8pm. sapbrunch.com.

The Source Public House890 Lake Park Road, Menasha 830-2050The Source Public House features local food, craft beerand live music. Our food is clean, fresh, natural andsustainable served in a casual atmosphere. We feature 14 Wisconsin craft beers on tap in addition to a full wine and cocktail menu. The wall art is all from local artistsand available for purchase. In the evenings we have alarge stage and sound system featuring live music. Check our website for music dates and details.thesourcepublichouse.com.

Vince Lombardi’s Steakhouse333 W. College Ave., Appleton 733-8000Located inside the Radisson Paper Valley Hotel. Honoredwith the NFL’s Most Valuable Property (MVP) Award in2009. Extraordinary steaks, superb wines and legendaryservice. Enjoy world-class dining set among Coach Lombardi’spersonal memorabilia and classic photos. Experience acommitment to excellence in food, beverages and servicethat is commensurate with the standards of our namesake.The award-winning restaurant features extraordinaryUSDA prime cuts of beef and a wine list that WineSpectator Magazine has named “one of the mostoutstanding in the world.” vincelombardisteakhouse.com.

Zuppas – Market, Café & Catering1540 S. Commercial St., Neenah 720-5045Our top-flight chef team led by Chef Peter Kuenzi, urbancafeteria setting and penchant for local ingredients, ensurethat your food is creative, fresh and ready fast. Forbreakfast, lunch and dinner, Zuppas Café offerschef-prepared soups, sandwiches, salads and more. Enjoyhandcrafted pastries and desserts with coffee or take homea variety of fresh prepared salads and entrees from ourdeli. Our Green Room is perfect for your personal orbusiness gathering. M–F, 8am–8pm; Sa, 11am–3pm;closed Su. Visit zuppas.com for daily specials.

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The hustle and bustle of Appleton’s College Avenue is well established. Photographer Craig Augustinecaptured this image of downtown Appleton at a rare moment of quiet. "There was the stillness of this lateDecember night, the freshly falling snow and the timed change of traffic lights down the Avenue,” he says.Augustine sees the footprints in the snow as a sign of the life that exists outside the calm depicted in thisvacant city winter scene.

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