q: why did you decide to start your own business?

RWmagazine.com

MARCH/APRIL 2010COMPLIMENTARY

Women in Business

Bicycling • Raingardens

Quilting • The Worldly Bird

Reaching Across the Globe

Hot Flashes • Rochester-Licious

Spring Fashion

• Dr. Perry has been doing smile make-overs for over 20 years.

• Dr. Perry has been a certified Invisalign® provider for over five years.

• Was featured on KTTC in 2003 with his computerized one-visit Cerec Crown procedure.

• Dr. Perry has been placing Lumineer™ veneers since 1997.

• The first dentist in SE Minnesota with the new “Water Lase” dental laser for doing pain free smile lifts during cosmetic make-overs

and fillings without Novocain.

• Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.

• Has trained with the top cosmetic educators in the country.

1. The Center for Esthetic Excellence. 2. The Hornbrook Group.

• Complimentary consultation which includes cosmetic imaging and a 10 point smile analysis.

Cosmetic Dental Center of Southeast Minnesota1000 Hiawatha Dr. E. / Wabasha, MN 55981

651.565.2888 / Toll-free 888.565.2888 www.PerryDental.com

Phillip G. Perry, DDS

Megan~Orthodontics and Whitening

1Fastest time based on smallest load/Fast Wash and Fast Dry cycles selected for various load compositions. 2Based on manufacturer specifications.3Water savings based on DOE ENERGY STAR® energy savings calculator. 4Energy efficiiency based on DOE minimum standard for washers using theModified Energy Factor (MEF) calculation. 83% applies to Wave-Touch® model washer only.

Rochester (507) 252-5552 - Across from Apache Mallwww.WarnersStellian.com

©2008 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.

introducing...Perfect Steam™ Washers and Dryers.

Gets your clothes ready before you are.

“Add Steam” option gently deep cleans clothes, for whiter whites and better stain removal.

Fastest Wash and Dry Times1- 18 minutes to wash, 18 minutes to dry.

4 March/April 2010 RWmagazine.com

COVER STORY

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF ROCHESTER WOMEN MAGAZINE

35

FOOD THE WORLDLY BIRD Ethnic chicken dishes spice up the menu. By Margo Stich ROCHESTER-LICIOUSThe city’s best-kept-secret desserts. By Margo Stich HEALTHY LIVING CHOOSING VICTORYJoin the bicycling community that tackles 100 gravel miles each May. By Stephanie WittMer OVARIAN CANCER Learn the symptoms and meet the survivors. By patti Dolan

HEALING WATERS PROJECT Nominate a woman living with breast cancer for a healing water garden. HOME & GARDEN FRENCH COUNTRY KITCHENA remodel blends existing themes for a seamless look. By penny MarShall REALIZE RAINGARDENS ROCHESTER Preventing pollution through beautification. By eMily WatkinS HUMORONE EYE OPEN By Stephanie WittMer PERSONAL GETTING SERIOUS ABOUT SKINCAREQ&A with Jessica Amos of Hair Studio 52.

ASK JILL Peek at the spring fashion forecast with image consultant Jill Krieger Swanson. PIECING TOGETHER THE PAST, THE PRESENT AND THE PASSION Quilting brings joy and staying power. By eniD gjelten WeichSelBauM PROFESSIONAL REDEFINING THE BOUNDARIES Amanda Mikhail is an IBM hardware engineer with 19 patents to her name. By jennifer M. gangloff WOMEN IN BUSINESS Meet six business owners who are making reverie a reality. By gina DepuyDt

MARCH/APRIL 2010

M A G A Z I N E

40

58

19

47

50

6663 78

in every issue 9 From the Editor 10 In the Know 72 Networking News 74 Upcoming Events 76 Advertisers Index 76 Community Calendar

16

50 47 35 16

67

43

RWmagazine.com March/April 2010 5

By aMy BraSe

12

14


PROFESSIONAL BADGE OF HONOR The Girl Scouts recognize Dr. Patricia Simmons as a Woman of Distinction. By aMy BraSe TO GIVE IS BETTER THAN TO RECEIVE National Philanthropy Day recognizes outstanding contributors. By Suzanne novak TRAVEL REACHING ACROSS THE GLOBE Rochester’s partner cities promote friendship and peace. By katherine Shine CANNON FALLS A stop worth making...a community to watch.By Margo Stich

31

27

6055

31

60

MARCH/APRIL 2010

pho

to B

y f

ag

an S

tuD

ioS.


AMENITIES:Social Membership • Fitness Center • Spa

Sauna • Tennis • Swimming & Kids Wading PoolFamily Activities • The CHOPHOUSE Restaurant

& Lounge • Member Grill • Fireside PatioIce Rink & Warming House • Kids Klub

Men’s & Women’s Clubrooms • & so much more!

Visit Somerby. com for More Information

Somerby Realty 507.775.0040Somerby Golf Club 507.775.3700Located Just Minutes West of Rochesteron Hwy 14 in Byron, MN

• Open 7 days a week• Tours of the Somerby Golf Club• Many new Models to Tour

SOM Ad.indd 1 12/23/09 7:24 AM

Outback® with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Well-equipped at $22,995.†

See more at subaru.com

Subaru is pleased to announce that the Outback was recently named Motor Trend’s

2010 Sport/Utility of the Year,® making Subaru the first car company to take home

Motor Trend’s Sport/Utility of the Year® twice in a row. Looks like a little love can go

a long way. Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

Subaru is a proud partner of Leave No Trace and a proud supporter of National River Cleanup. †MSRP excludes destination and delivery charges, tax, title and registration fees. Dealer sets actual price. Outback 2.5i Premium pictured has an MSRP of $25,295.

KEEPING YOU ON THE MOVE


Issue 58, Volume 10, Number 1mArCH/APrIl 2010

PUBLISHERS

Jorrie L. Hansen, MBADoug Solinger

EDITOR

Ellington MillerDESIGN DIRECTOR

Rue WiegandLAYOUT DESIGNER

Emily BenikeGRAPHIC DESIGNER

Kate Brue ASSISTANT EDITOR

Margo StichMARKETING ACCOUNT MANAGER

Tracy Nielsen COMMUNITY RELATIONS

Susan Franken MARKETING ADMIN ASSISTANT

Debbie Thompson COPY EDITORS

Dylan Adams & Ashley PikelPHOTOGRAPHY

Fagan StudiosOlive Juice Studios

Rochester Women is published six times per year

by Women Communications, L.L.C., P.O. Box 5986, Rochester, MN 55903

Subscriptions available for $18 per year (six issues). Send check to the address above.

All unsolicited manuscripts must be accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Rochester Women assumes no responsibility for unsolicited materials.

©2010 Women Communications, L.L.C. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission from the publisher.

Rochester Women magazine does not necessarily endorse the claims or contents of advertising or editorial materials.

Printed in the U.S.A.

Rochester Women is a member of the Minnesota Magazine & Publications Association, Rochester Area Builders, Inc. and the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce.

507-529-5385RWmagazine.com

[email protected] For advertising information:

507-951-3496, 507-753-9935

M A G A Z I N E

We want to hear from you! Send comments, suggestions, ideas or original recipes to: Rochester Women Editor, P.O. Box 5986, Rochester, MN 55903-5986 ore-mail: [email protected].

from the editor

What have the last 10 years given you? A new home? A new spouse? A fresh start?

A child? A grandchild? A new job? Retirement? An empty nest, finally?

Ten years ago, I was nine months into my new life in Rochester, having recently

graduated from college. I joined the community band, took a few Community Education

classes, volunteered on my new company’s social committee, and I picked up the first

issue of Rochester Women magazine. Then, my life changed.

I became a writer for the magazine, and four years later I was editor. Without a doubt,

my favorite part of the job has been meeting and telling the stories of the diverse and

inspirational women in our community. But throughout these 10 years and 58 issues,

Rochester Women has been more than a venue for storytelling.

This magazine has been a “yes” for dozens of writers hoping to see their first byline.

(This issue alone debuts two writers.) It has been a mentorship or internship for 15 high

school and college students wondering if journalism is a career worth pursuing. It has

been an award for 35 women who were bestowed the Extraordinary Rochester Women

Award. It has been a successful voice for advertisers wanting to promote their services and

products to household decision-makers. It has been a connection for many readers who

identify with what they read. Sometimes we hear from them; often we don’t.

Now, we would like to hear from you. How has Rochester Women magazine impacted

our community? Go to RWmagazine.com and tell us for a chance to win 10 tickets to

the Suzanne Vega concert and a limousine ride for 10 people to and from the venue on

Thursday, April 22.

On behalf of Rochester Women magazine, I want to thank our writers, photographers,

advertisers, features and readers for a decade of memorable storytelling. It takes all of us

to make this publication successful.

The last 10 years have given me a magazine that feels more like a calling. What has this

magazine given you?

Corrections

We apologize for the incorrect spelling of the name of jeweler Bernie Benavidez in the

“Bejeweled” article in the January/February issue.

The Warm Spinach and Mushroom Dip recipe in the January/February issue omitted the

mushrooms. It should include 4 oz. fresh mushrooms, sliced. Find the corrected recipe on our

Facebook page. Outback® with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Well-equipped at $22,995.†

See more at subaru.com

Subaru is pleased to announce that the Outback was recently named Motor Trend’s

2010 Sport/Utility of the Year,® making Subaru the first car company to take home

Motor Trend’s Sport/Utility of the Year® twice in a row. Looks like a little love can go

a long way. Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

Subaru is a proud partner of Leave No Trace and a proud supporter of National River Cleanup. †MSRP excludes destination and delivery charges, tax, title and registration fees. Dealer sets actual price. Outback 2.5i Premium pictured has an MSRP of $25,295.

KEEPING YOU ON THE MOVE

in the know

International Women’s DayMonday, March 8, from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m., Assisi Heights Spirituality CenterJoin us for a light supper followed by a panel presentation by Rochester women who will share their personal stories of bettering the lives of women in our community. Seating is limited. $15 per person. Contact Carol Marie Hemish, SSND at 507-280-2195 or [email protected] for reservations. Panelists include (pictured left to right in order listed):

Jan Vetter – Well known for her skill in working with volunteers who, in turn, help other women. Joyce Gibbs – Wife of former local African-American leader, for which the new George W. Gibbs, Jr. Elementary School was named. Terri Allred – Board member of the International Association of Rochester, founder and owner of the Rochester International Dance Studio and Coordinator for the Sexual Violence Prevention Coalition.Barbara Porter – Chair of the Women’s Foundation of Minnesota. Ronnie Oliveto – A local artist/dancer who has been instrumental in her work with the Diversity Council of Rochester.

The 6th Annual Artists’ Clearing HouseMarch 27 & 28, Crossings at Carnegie, 320 East Ave, ZumbrotaSix regional women artists will gather for one weekend to offer an exclusive selection of original art, photographic prints, jewelry, pottery, textiles and more. Here’s your chance to decorate your home or stock up on unique gifts at bargain prices! In addition, you will find amazing discounts of up to 75 percent on select merchandise at Crossings. We’re cleaning up, and so will you. Participating artists are Amy Giannini, Becky Jokela, Jeanne Licari, Loretta Verbout, Renee Nation & Stacy Drenkhahn. Information at crossingsatcarnegie.com.

Tour de HabitatApril 10, Rochester Athletic ClubWomen race in a stationary bike competition to raise money to build Rochester Area Habitat for Humanity’s 60th house in the Rochester area. Team level: Six cyclists each ride a stationary bike in 15-minute intervals, relay format. Individual level: Individuals are challenged to bike for up to 3 hours. T-shirts will be given to all participants. Prizes will be awarded for the most money raised and craziest outfits. Register as a team or individual at firstgiving.com/RAHH.For more information, visit rahh.org or call 507-252-0849.


in the know in the know in the know in the know in the know in the know in the know

Bolder OptionsBolder Options is an activity-based, one-on-one youth mentoring program. We use running and biking, academic goal-setting and volunteerism to build self-esteem and encourage healthy habits in youth ages 10 to 14. Bolder Options is coming to Rochester this spring. We are looking for active, caring mentors. For more information, visit bolderoptions.org or contact Teresa Byland, Rochester regional director, at 507-993-3727 or [email protected]

Scarf by Renee Nation.

in the know in the know in the know in the know in the know in the know in the know


beauty

Getting Serious about Skin Care

Q I have dark circles under my eyes.

Do you have any tips or advice?

A Dark circles under and around the

eyes can be caused or worsened by

anemia, allergies, medications, fatigue,

dehydration, age and other factors.

However, heredity wins. The skin around

the eye area is the thinnest and most

transparent on the body (and inherited), so

when blood passes through the tiny blood

vessels close to the surface, it can produce

a bluish tint. Also, a deep-set eye structure

can create a shadowing effect that can add

to the darkness.

To help the appearance of dark circles, I

recommend that you invest in an eye cream

specifically for dark circles. Frequently used

ingredients include vitamins K, C and E,

copper-peptide, caffeine and retinol.

I recommend using a concealer, the

most effective make-up tool for hiding

dark circles. Use one shade lighter at

the dark area, pat gently, and blend into

surrounding skin. Be careful to not use

too much on dark or puffy areas because

this could draw attention. Also, don’t put

mascara on lower lashes because flaking

can make your dark circles look darker.

When in doubt, ask a skin care professional

for a consultation/lesson.

Q My skin feels rough and I’m noticing

more fine lines and wrinkles. I’ve

been reading about different anti-aging and

resurfacing treatments. Can I have them

done without looking like I’m “shedding”

my skin?

A A glycolic acid peel series could be

what you are looking for. Glycolic

peels speed the skin’s renewal process by

removing damaged upper layers of the skin

while stimulating collagen production.

They allow nourishing products to better

penetrate the skin without “peeling” or

abundant redness. Glycolic acid is obtained

from sugar cane and is one of the most

commonly used AHAs (alpha hydroxy

acids) for chemical resurfacing.

This type of superficial peel is great

for evening skin discoloration, acne, fine

lines, wrinkles and improving the skin’s

overall tone and texture. Glycolic acid

peels of 30 to 50 percent are generally

performed by an esthetician and require

a commitment of about six treatments

(twice a year) to get the full effect. Home

care and peel maintenance sessions are also

recommended for optimal results.

It is highly recommended that a

sunscreen be used in conjunction with

glycolic or any resurfacing treatment.

Do you have a skin care question for Jessica?

Submit it to [email protected]

by JessICA Amos, owNer, HAIr studIo 52


ind

ivid

ua

lize y

ou

r style

289 • 29862300 Superior Drive NW • Rochester, MN 55901w w w . h a i r s t u d i o 5 2 . c o m

Meg (NCTMB) Massage Therapist

Jasmina (CMT) Massage Therapist

Jackie (CMT) Massage Therapist

relax in our newly expanded spa!

CharityNail Technician/Pedicurist

MaggieNail Technician/Pedicurist

1/2 OFF

any fill or full setAcrylic or Gel

1 coupon per customer. Not valid w/any other offer or package.

Exclusions apply. Expires 4/30/10

$15 OFF

a mani/pedi combo1 coupon per customer.

Not valid w/any other offer or package. Exclusions apply. Expires 4/30/10

See our website for special massage and facial offers

E M P W E R I N G

Ex etue con utat. Ut praestrud et aliquam dolenim eum zzrilis nulluptat. Duipsustrud te eum ilismolesto et, volore ea aut wismo dolobor sit volorpe raessed dolorting etum ing exero dolortis niamet nonsequatem zzrit vel ut ing el irit. www.olmstedmedicalcenter.org

S M

Join Dr. Babovic and his staff

from Olmsted Medical Center’s Plastic

Surgery department for a free seminar

on protecting and rejuvenating

your skin. This annual event will

showcase the latest advancements

in skin rejuvenation technology.

Tuesday, April 20

Somerby Golf Club in Byron, MN

Please RSVP by April 9th, 2010

507.529.6740

www.omcplasticsurgery.com


fashion

Ask JillQ I’m ready to shed my winter coat, but the cool temperatures

make it hard to wear spring clothes. What styles can I wear

this season without freezing?

A I have good news. This year we don’t have to sacrifice style for

warmth! Focus on color and accessories until the snow

melts. Here’s the forecast:

COLOR: The 2010 season includes a palette of softer colors that

can easily be worn in sweaters and woolen blazers. Begin by

doing an audit of your own closet followed by surveying the local

consignment shops. Look for shades of pink, light

gray, soft blue, coral, yellow and warm beige. Search

the retail shops for cotton sweaters, trench coats,

purses, shoes and jewelry in these colors as well—they

make the perfect canvases to display these turn-of-the-

season looks.

PURSES: Kick off your spring fling by investing in a

leather bag in a skin tone color with some gleaming

hardware to give it pizzazz. Or, consider a buttery-soft

tote or purse in one of the bright colors that will be

showcased for summer: sunflower yellow, apple green,

blue-violet or coral. Note: Purse sizes are getting

smaller this season; try using them like pieces of

artwork that add detail to your outfit.

SCARVES: Swap your knitted necessities for something

thin and easy to tie. Lightweight “pashminas” are

available in lively colors and work well as a wrap over a

blouse or to brighten your neutral winter coat. Silk and

chiffon scarves can be tied to a purse or even your wrist.

Or for a chic look, drape the scarf loosely around your

neck and let it flow as you go.

JEWELRY: Soft, substantial and sparkly sums up

the overall theme for baubles. Lucite pieces, enamels,

rhinestone flowers and large dangling stones will pop

up in necklaces, bracelets and brooches. Chandelier

earrings and chunky feminine necklaces in gentle

colors will prevail. However, this season’s ruffle and lace

necklines may negate the need for bling at the collar

area. In this case, adorn your wrists and ears instead.

PRINTS: Animal and tribal prints are still big but are being

displayed in smaller items and are best limited to one or two

areas. Spring flowers may not be in your garden yet, but you can

certainly showcase them in a print. Bright floral tops, scarves, bags

and shoes are a fresh way to accent your look.

Image Consultant/Author/Speaker Jill Swanson

works with individuals and corporations helping

people make the most of what they’ve got. For

more fashion tips and help, visit jillswanson.com

or contact Jill at 507-281-2981.


RochesteR | 320 Alliance Place NeRochesteR | 501 16th st. Ne RochesterByRoN | 1011 tompkins Dr. Ne

www.firstalliancecu.com | [email protected]

Join today!

the choice is yoursmake it wisely.Join First Alliance credit Union toDAy!

An eclectic mix ofclothing and accessories

for women of all ages.

320 South Main StreetZumbrota, Minnesota • 507-732-4123

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m-5 p.m.Thurs. evening until 7 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Specializing innatural organic fabrics:

~ Cotton ~ Hemp ~ Bamboo

An eclectic mix ofclothing and accessories

for women of all ages.

320 South Main StreetZumbrota, Minnesota • 507-732-4123

www.shopwildginger.com Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m-5 p.m.

Thurs. evening until 7 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Specializing innatural organic fabrics:

~ Cotton ~ Hemp ~ Bamboosupporting

fair trade,

locally made,

and natural

fibers

400 South Broadway • www.essenceskinclinic.comCall today for a free consultation507-285-5505

HAIR TRANSPLANT & RESTORATION25% OFF Introductory Special

We are pleased and excited to bring our patients state-of-the-art hair transplantation

with an automated FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) device called Neo Graft™. Neo

Graft™ is FDA approved, backed by ten years of research & development and responsible for over 8000 hair restoration procedures

with excellent, natural looking results. This technique is the least invasive hair transplant

method available. It allows for individual follicles to removed from the back of the head

& transplanted to bald areas with minimal complications and downtime.

Denise obtained her primary education and training from Columbia University NY and has over 15 years of experience in hair transplantation. She has trained physicians and surgical assistants internationally in all aspects of hair transplant including dissection, insertion, scalp reduction and FUE.

We also offer: Botox®, Radiesse®, Juvederm®, & Latisse® Eyelash Treatments, Laser Hair Removal, Profractional Laser Treatments, Age Spot Treatments, Cellulite Treatments, Chemical Peels, Permanent Cosmetics, Acne & Acne Scar Removal, Tattoo Removal, and Microdermabrasion


Redefining the Boundaries

Kindergartner Emily Mikhail is already making herself at home

in the science lab, helping on experiments and giving the

equipment a spin. Emily may not realize it yet, but she’s becoming

part of a new generation of girls who may redefine the boundaries

of what’s traditionally been considered a male-dominated field.

But it’s something her mom, Amanda, is very familiar with.

Patent-ly proficientStill early in her career, Amanda Mikhail is already making a

strong presence as a mechanical engineer at IBM in Rochester, one

of the rare women in a field that’s about 95 percent male. Mikhail

works in hardware development, with a specialty in contact

physics—ensuring that the electrical components in computers

don’t break, wear or fatigue. Mikhail is also at the forefront of

Southeast Minnesota’s invention industry. At 33, she already has

19 joint patents to her name.

“Amanda is a definitely a role model, showing that it’s cool to

be an engineer, it’s cool to be in technology, and that you can have

a passion for what you do and still be a woman and enjoy it,” says

IBM spokeswoman Mary Welder.

Early exposureLike her own daughter today, Mikhail was exposed to science

and technology at a young age. Growing up in Wisconsin and

Illinois, she would accompany her father, an engineer, to work

at his manufacturing business, and she became as comfortable

around manufacturing and electronics as some girls are around

dolls and tea parties. And as a sixth-grader, she helped take apart

and rebuild a car engine. “That’s what really sealed my interest in

engineering,” she says.

Unlike Mikhail, though, most girls start losing interest in math

and the sciences once they reach middle school age, Welder says,

often for lack of exposure. IBM is trying to turn that around. Since

1999, IBM’s global EX.I.T.E Camps have been giving seventh- and

eighth-grade girls hands-on experience with technology under the

guidance of female mentors to help keep their interest alive.

“To some extent, there’s a perception problem,” notes Mikhail,

who also sits on an engineering advisory board at the University

of Iowa that encourages young women to consider careers in the

field. “Many girls may think that engineering just means working

on cars and gears. So they may come in to our camps not knowing

what to expect, but they leave very excited.”

Still, Mikhail doesn’t dwell on being one of the few women in her

field. “At first, the percentages kind of threw me,” she says. “But I’ve

been at IBM for 10 years now, and it’s come to the point where I don’t

focus on the genders of the people I work with because they’re just

friends and colleagues, period.”

Jennifer Gangloff is a freelance writer and editor and a health writer

for Mayo Clinic.

Amanda Mikhail, a mechanical engineer, stands in front of an IBM System p 570. She and her multi-site development team have introduced new technologies into the p 570 and other IBM servers while improving IBM’s patent portfolio. Mikhail’s technical deliveries relate to electronic hardware, components and contact physics.

aManDa Mikhail iS an iBM harDWare engineer With 19 patentS to her naMe

by JeNNIfer m. GANGloff

PHotoGrAPHy by olIVe JuICe studIos

professional


Two unique degrees from Saint Mary’s University:

M.A. in Management

M.S. in Project Management

Enhance

Advanceyour leadership skills.

your career.

Start today.

Graduate School ofBusiness & Technology

For more information call (507) 285-1410.

www.smumn.edu/lookcloser

Rochester Center

Elizabeth M. Kellogg, D.M.D., M.S.D. • 507-281-31212717 Superior Drive NW Rochester MN 55901 • www.dremkellogg.com

Confident Beautiful

Healthy SMILES

for a smile that’s good for life

Created with gentle care


Vikki WolffOwner

Vikki Wolff & Associates, LLC

(507) 269-5573

P. O. Box 9096Rochester, MN

55903 - 9096

[email protected]

More than ever, planning is essential!For over thirty years, I have worked with individuals and growing businesses in laying out the next steps for their financial and legal affairs. My work involves acting as a planner and a project manager, working with a team of other professionals if necessary. My aim is to assist in planning and accomplishing a project or a life transition smoothly and successfully.

My strengths involve working in confidence with others, managing information and deadlines, and moving a project, small or large, towards completion. My experience and education make me comfortable with financial and legal information.

My business experience includes financial counseling of individuals experiencing a major change, such as a move, divorce, or sale of a business; project management of complex transactions; long-term management of trusts; settling estates; and developing strategy for growing companies and real estate investments.

My education includes an MS in Project Management, a J.D. with a concentration in tax, securities regulation and corporate planning, and an M.B.A. with a concentration in finance.

Kris FergusonOwner

Phenomenal WomanConsignment Shop

(507) 732-7500

340 S Main

Zumbrota, MN

pwconsignment.com

Celebrating 12 Years!The Phenomenal Woman Consignment Shop in downtown Zumbrota will celebrate its 12th anniversary in April. Owner Kris Ferguson moved her small shop from the original location on the corner to a much larger space in the middle of the block over a year ago.

“Not only are we able to continue to offer fabulous consignment clothing for our loyal customers, but we now have the space to showcase our new accessories, including phenomenal jewelry, purses, scarves, sunglasses, flat wallets, and hats”, Kris explains.

“Our clientele has always been the shopper who wears a size 14 and up, but now we can offer accessories to discerning shoppers of all sizes.”

“Our prices are, well, phenomenal”, comments Kris, “and my customers love the new space and all the accessories! If you’ve not stopped in the new store, I personally invite you to do so. You won’t be disappointed!” We’re in downtown Zumbrota.

“Quality Women’s Clothing - Sizes 14 and up”

Home Federal

(507) 535-1200

1016 Civic Center Drive NW

Rochester, MN

justcallhome.comMember FDIC

“We are proud that Home Federal and its parent company HMN Financial have been recognized as leaders in Minnesota for women serving in board and executive roles.” Brad Krehbiel, President “The 2009 Minnesota Census of Women in Corporate Leadership” Report produced by St. Catherine University and the Minnesota Women’s Economic Roundtable correlates the presence of women on boards and in the executive suite with strong corporate leadership practices — the introduction of varying perspectives and experiences, sound decision-making processes and collaborative leadership that is particularly important during times of economic turbulence. HMN Financial Board of DirectorsWomen hold 25 percent of board seats for Home Federal’s parent Company HMN Financial (HMNF). In this regard Home Federal’s performance far exceeds national data for Fortune 500 companies where women directors hold 15 percent of the available board seats. Home Federal Executive Leadership40 percent of executive officer positions at Home Federal are held by women compared with 15 percent of the executive officer positions in Minnesota’s 100 largest publicly held companies

Cindy EbertVP-Director of Retail Banking

Laura Gevik SVP-Operations

Carla Kilpatrick SVP-Business Banking

Lisa Ketterling Director of Human Resources

Sue KollingSVP-Cash Management

Women in Business: Making a Reverie a Reality by GINA dePuydt

PHotoGrAPHy by fAGAN studIos


Q: Why did you start your own business?

A: There are two kinds of entrepreneurs. The first is the

businessperson who’s interested in running a business, then decides the

kind of business to open after that. The second type of entrepreneur

is the person with a special skill or interest who starts a business

reflecting that interest. I’ve always admired the first, but find myself

squarely in the second category. I am passionate about baked goods

and have a love of food. Specifically, I started a bakery because I saw a

niche in the upscale bakery market in Rochester and wanted to fill it.

Q: Do you have any advice to new businesswomen?

A: Be well-capitalized. And remember, an overnight wonder takes

20 years.

Cynthia Daube, Owner/President

Daube’s Cakes and Bakery,

Jaspers Alsatian Bistro, Daube’s Down Under

According to the numbers, Minnesotans work hard. While that in itself may bring a touch of pride, consider that in 2004 Minnesota had the second

highest percentage of women in the workforce: 69 percent compared to 55.8 percent nationwide according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Rochester is

home to numerous women-owned businesses, many of which started from a mere idea. Starting a business is a personal journey, as well as a test of

skill, perseverance and faith. There are several ways to begin a voyage into entrepreneurialism, but what better way to begin than by listening to the

words and guidance from fellow businesswomen?

Q: Why did you decide to start your own business?

A: I have always been interested in the construction industry

and enjoy the relationship-building side of the work. The

construction industry has continually been friendlier to

women. There are many opportunities now that would not have

happened 40 years ago.

Q: Has gender ever been an issue in the business world?

A: It hasn’t. I think a positive attitude, good communication,

being fair and having honest values pretty much minimizes or

even eliminates any issues.

Tonya Westrom, OwnerTW Construction Solutions


Counselor Realty of Rochester3338 19th St NW, Suite 102

507.285.9400counselorrealtyofrochester.com

Over 220 years of combined real estate experience!GRI, Green Certified, ABR, CRS, ePro, SFR, SRS,

CREN, GRI, SRES, Multihousing

The Women of

Sara Schaefer507-884-6999

Samantha CarlsonAgent Coordinator

Diane Neumann507-951-9144

Mary Jo Masog507-254-9980

Terri Farrell507-254-2224

Lynette Bates507-254-4765

Sara Guevremont507-271-4322

Lynne Billing507-254-9920

Robin Hanson507-358-3244

Mercedes Castillo507-261-7756

Julie Jensen507-254-8462

Paige Cain507-951-0235

Linda Cummings507-250-1102

Shirley Lee507-251-2213

Stacy Deno507-273-8456

Salina Valles 507-884-6791

Deanna Tollin507-269-5208

Amy PresleyOffice Manager

Debi Neville507-951-4394

Stacey McKellip507-696-7026

Cyndy Gove507-250-2910

®

Lisa HowardOffice Administrator

Members of the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, Rochester Area Builders, Inc. and Volunteer/Sponsors of Miracle Field


Gina PalmerAgency Manager

COUNTRY® Financial

(507) 226-5537

2434 Superior Dr NW

Rochester MN 55901

countrycareer.comcountryfinancial.com/

gina.palmer

Career responsibilities. As a COUNTRY® Financial Representative, you can help others achieve financial security, no matter where they’re starting from. You’ll build your own book of business, service clients by providing solutions that meet their needs, build relationships and networks and strive for ongoing professional growth.

Career support. While you’re building your business, we support you every step of the way. Our financial representatives receive a competitive base salary PLUS commissions, benefits, comprehensive training, complete office start-up (including laptop, internet, office space, landline phone), exciting incentive trips, designation/licensing bonuses and management opportunities.

Career requirements. To be a financial representative you must obtain your state insurance licenses and series 6 and 63 securities licenses (upon hire), be in good standing on credit, criminal and motor vehicle records. You must also have high integrity, strong relationship building skills, networking skills, the inner drive for success and the motivation to work independently. COUNTRY® Financial. In partnership with its financial representatives, COUNTRY helps families, individuals and businesses protect their possessions and achieve financial security. We’ve been around since 1925 and offer a full range of insurance and financial services from auto, home and life insurance to estate planning services, investment management and annuities.

A Career Full of Exciting Possibilities.

WSU-Rochester

(507) 285-7100

859 30th Ave SERochester, MN

55904

winona.edu/rochester

Winona State University-Rochester has served students in Rochester, Minnesota, and the surrounding communities since 1917. Located in the University Center Rochester, WSU-Rochester partners with Rochester Community and Technical College in a number of degree completion programs where students are able to move from a two-year degree to a bachelor’s in a chosen fi eld.

Through these “Path to Purple” program articulation agreements with RCTC, students can complete a number of baccalaureate degree programs by transferring lower-division credits. Students at WSU-Rochester can also complete numerous undergraduate minors and several graduate degrees at the Master’s, Specialist and Doctoral levels.

Approximately 1,500 students are served each year through day, evening and weekend classes aimed at key industries in the area, including business, computer science, education and health care. Over 5,000 bachelor’s and master’s degree candidates have graduated from programs offered at the WSU-Rochester campus. Approximately 5,000 WSU and WSU-R alumni currently live in the Rochester area.

Winona State University-Rochester Nursing

Professor Carole Jenson passes along instructions

to two of her WSU-R nursing students

A United States Pony Club Riding CenterEliese Klennert-Nelson, a CHA Certified Riding Instructor, specializes in English riding. With her business background, she manages and is owner of The Stables Equestrian Center in northeast Rochester, a horse facility that offers lessons, education, training, and camps for both youth and adult. The mission of The Stables Equestrian Center is to serve the educational needs within the community for youth and adult interested in horses and to provide a high quality learning environment in a premier commercial facility. Eliese’s belief that education is a lifelong process is reflected in her own personal equine journey as she attends several clinics and equine educational opportunities a year with top-rated trainers and professionals in the business. Eliese enjoys working with all levels of students and believes that riding is best learned in a positive and nurturing environment

Eliese Klennert-Nelson

Owner

The Stables

Equestrian Center

(507) 261-7393

6489 51st Street, NE

Rochester, MN 55906

thestablesequestriancenter.com

[email protected]

Rochester VisitorPlease Read Carefully

This proof is submitted to ensure the accuracy of your order. We exercise reasonable care to avoid errors, but the customer is responsible for the final decision with this order, and assumes full responsibility.

Clearly mark any corrections. We are not responsible for errors not indicated at this time. Author’s alterations may be chargeable after the second proof at a cost of $25 for each additional proof.

Note: The color you view on your monitor or laser proof will not be exact to what we print. Color accuracy of laser proofs and PDF files are at the mercy of the medium.

Please mark appropriate level of approval below, sign, and return with original copy of all proofs.

q Ok To Proceed To Next Proof, Changes Noted

q Ok To Print With Corrections Marked

q Ok To Print As Is

Customer Signature: _____________________________________ Date_________________

To meet production deadlines, this proof MUST be returned upon receipt. This printing order cannot be processed until proof acceptance has been checked, signed and returned to our office.

Please Return Promptly!

From the desk of KATE [email protected] • 507-282-7728 • Fax: 507-282-7728

RW magazine - Mar/Apr 2010 IssueAdveRtoRIAl

[email protected] • Phone/Fax 507.282.7728

Q: Has gender ever been an issue in the business world?

A: Even though women are starting to break into business

on an executive and ownership level, it still seems very

much a ‘good ol’ boys’ environment. We aren’t always taken

seriously, and are sometimes viewed as emotional women

who should be home taking care of the kids. But that’s one of

the reasons I went into business—so I could bring my family

with me and make a better life for them.

Q: Do you think there are advantages to being a

woman in business?

A: I believe women tend to think in greater detail when

making decisions. We are more likely to think with “what

if” scenarios, where men are more likely to make decisions

off-the-cuff before fully reviewing the ramifications. Women

also tend to have empathy for others, which really helps in

employee relations. Many of the qualities that make us good

caregivers also make us effective businesspeople. After all, the

average woman has to problem solve just to get through a

typical day.


Q: How has the business environment

changed since your company’s start?

A: When we opened our store in La Crescent, Minn., in 1995,

our entire furniture inventory was red oak. Fifteen years later, our

floor is filled with an array of woods and stains. We decided early

on we wanted to set ourselves apart. The best way to do that was

to offer variety. Today’s customers are more educated and know

what they want. Usually, they’ve done online research. This has

completely changed our business.

Q: What are the biggest challenges in owning a business?

A: It’s hard to keep up with the pay scales and benefits of major

employers. Rising costs add up all too fast for small businesses.

Also, being a business owner, you can’t just go home and forget

about work. You are always thinking, worrying, brainstorming

about your business. You never truly turn it off. On the flipside,

you are your own boss and make all your own decisions. Most

days, the benefits outweigh the challenges.

Resources for Your JourneyIf you are a woman thinking about starting a business or recently opened a business, consider attending the women entrepreneur’s Networking event at the rochester Area Chamber of Commerce on the third friday of every month from 7:30 to 9 a.m. meet other women entrepreneurs, discuss business challenges and opportunities and learn about community business support services. rsVP to [email protected] or 507-288-1122.

Barb Ducket, President

The Amish Store of Rochester

Sue Hiatt, Owner

House of Bounce, Inc.


Joy DeKok believes everyone’s story matters. As published author Joy knows the work involved in turning an idea into a book. She’s also experienced the wonder of holding books she has written in her hands. As a certified coach and the owner of Getting It Write Author Coaching, Joy helps authors discover their potential, define their project goals, determine their writing process, decide on their publishing potential, and design a marketing plan.

Joy is the author of five published works including a devotional, novel, and three children’s books. She’s been writing and speaking for over fifteen years. Joy combines the practical, professional, and personal in her coaching sessions with clients. She comments, “It’s all about my clients. What they want, how hard they’re willing to work, and then how to get their work into the hands of readers. I find their writing and publishing successes as exciting as my own.”

Getting It Write Author Coaching








q Ok To Print As Is







Joy DeKokOwner

Getting it WriteAuthor Coaching

(507) 358-8332

2311 Hwy 52 N. Suite C

Rochester, MN 55901

www.gettingitwrite.net RWmagazine.com/WBRD

ROCHESTER

YOU can be featured in 2011

25,000 copies of the Women’s Business & Resource Directory will be printedand distributed to 10,000 women at home, at the Rochester Women’s Fall Expo

and through Rochester Women magazine distribution racks.

Early Bird Ad Space Reservation (10%) Discount Deadline - July 1, 2010Regular Ad Space Reservation Deadline - September 2, 2010

Submit your Business & Resource listings atRWmagazine.com/WBRD/submissions.html

Listings must be submitted on-line by August 1, 2010

For advertorial and display ad rates contact Tracy Nielsen,[email protected], 507-753-9935, 507-951-3496 cell

ROCHESTER

We at Transitions celebrate three years since opening our doors. We continue to provide professional counseling, assessment, and mediation services to adults, children, couples and families. As skilled psychologists and therapists, we help those struggling with stress, work-life balance, self-care, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems and learning disabilities. Specialized services include psychological assessment, individual and couples therapy, parenting skills and mediation. Our office is easily accessible in the Olmsted National Bank, with evening and Saturday hours, and most insurances are accepted. Our business was founded on the principles of respect, confidentiality and quality. We take pride in delivering such care to our clients to improve their daily functioning and quality of life.

Sheila M. Daley, PLCMA, LP, LMFT

Bonnie Barlow, Inc.MA, LMFT

Debra A. Moran, LLCMA, LP

975 34th Avenue NW, Suite 315 • Rochester, MN 55901phone: 507•288•5818

www.transitionstherapies.com








q Ok To Print As Is







At Bright Ideas, we simplify your remodeling project by following these basic steps:

Layout. Bring in your contractors blue prints. As the lighting layout is established we will visit your home for an electrical walk through.Styles and finishes. Since we work with the worlds leading lighting manufacturer’s, choices are based on your individual budget. Color. Reviewing your color pallet, including countertop choices and wood finishes, is important to ensure the lighting brings your room to life.Fixture selection. Final products are chosen and ordered.

Marcia VonWald, lighting expert for 29 years says, “I believe lighting is important because it brings out the colors & textures of everything you put into the room – plus it gives functionality. Layering of lighting is also a must – task, ambience & general.”Sandy Christunas, a lighting expert for 19 years adds, “I listen to you, your contractor and work closely with your electrician making the process simple and fun. Every customer is more than just a project - I will help you find something unique making your project special.”

ROCHESTER37 Woodlake Drive SE

507.252.8376

HASTINGS122 West 3rd Street

651.437.4882

B R I G H T I D E A S R O C H. C O M

BALANCING TECHNOLOGY & STYLE

SandyChristunas

MarciaVonWald

Experienced Lighting Experts

Largest Showroom in SE Minnesota!

Q: Why did you decide to start your own business?

A: I graduated with a degree in art and was interested

in art and framing. Doing what I love is worth the long

hours as there are so many rewards. In the beginning I

had a partner, but she wanted to only provide framing.

I decided to add gifts and other art and it has proven

to be a great idea. We have been lucky considering the

economic downturn.

Q: Do you have advice to offer women considering

starting a business?

A: Make sure to know what you’re getting into.

Success comes from being committed to the work that

needs to be done. Also, be sure you have a customer

base, location and ability to form relationships with

customers. I also find having a wide age range in

employees keeps ideas fresh.

Q: Do you think there are advantages to being a woman in business?

A: I’m learning there is a shift in marketing these days. It seems that

a great product or service plus relationships equal new clients and

networking. I think women tend to naturally be more relational.

Q: What advice do you offer other women considering starting a business?

A: Follow your dreams. Now. It may not be financially feasible, but

you can plan, research and learn. Every step you take toward starting

your business counts. Once you begin, you will become more aware of

ideas and opportunities available. Perhaps what you need (or the person

you need to know) is in the next conversation or class you join. Being

involved in making your dreams a reality takes work and involvement

in the community. After that, the truly amazing happens. You discover

this vital truth: someone somewhere needs what you have to offer and

they’re willing to pay you to get it. When this happens, you’re no longer a

dreamer—you’re in business!

Gina Depuydt, an enthusiast of witty banter and jazz, is a freelance writer

living in Rochester.

Facts on FemalesAs of 2008, 10.1 million u.s. firms were owned by women and employing more than 13 million people.Source: Center for Women’s Business Research

there are 200,000 women-owned businesses in minnesota, generating more than $35 billion in sales and employing over 200,000 people.Source: Women Presidents’ Organization

32.9 percent of privately-held firms in minnesota are women-owned. Source: Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development

the number of women-owned firms in minnesota rose by 14 percent from 1997 to 2002.Source: Office on the Economic Status of Women – Minnesota Legislature, oesw.leg.mn


Sue Schrieber, Owner/Manager/Framing Specialist

Artistic Framer, Inc.

Joy DeKok, Author/Speaker/Author Coach

Getting It Write Author Coaching









q Ok To Print As Is





Rochester Women’s Business & Resource Directory 2010


Laitala Tile Company

Kris Keefe, Owner507.282.76581601 3rd Ave SE, Rochesterwww.laitalatile.com

“We welcome homeowners, installers, contractors, builders,

designers and do-it-yourselfers.”

New Construction • RemodelsBacksplashes • Floors • Fireplaces

Tubs • Showers

Stop in today to see their expanded product line and newly renovated showroom!

300VOLUNTEERS

BE THE DIFFERENCE YOU WANT TO SEE.BELIEVE IN A STUDENT. BE A FRIEND TO A SENIOR. BE READY FOR A DISASTER.

United Wayof Olmsted CountyMobilizing Outstanding Volunteers

We are looking for three-hundred volunteers • to coach and mentor students • to help seniors live at home • to respond when disaster strikes.

We need outstanding volunteers. Caring.Committed.Ready.

In 2010 you can begin to be the difference you want to see right where you live. Living united means being part of the change.

LIVE UNITEDVOLUNTEERBEGIN HERE.

Lisa Lundquist

United Way of Olmsted County

[email protected]

507-535-5516

www.uwolmsted.org/300

Happy 10th Annivesary to our good friends at Rochester Women Magazine


professional

There’s a bird-watching merit badge on Dr. Patricia Simmons’

Girl Scout sash, representing her first childhood taste of how

applied learning leads to accomplishment. Born and raised in rural

Missouri, Simmons sought Girl Scouts for friendship and new

opportunities. Years later, the beloved physician and professor of

Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine at Mayo Clinic is humbled to

be chosen as a 2010 Woman of Distinction by the Girl Scouts of

Minnesota and Wisconsin River Valleys.

“It was a big surprise,” says Dr. Simmons, who is also the chair

of the Division of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology and recent

chair of the Board of Regents of the University of Minnesota. “I

am so touched that anyone would think that I’m worthy of having

contributed something and that I could be a positive role model or

mentor for girls.”

The Woman of Distinction award connects successful and

compassionate leaders in their careers and community with

future women leaders who are developing through Girl Scouts. By

recognizing former Scouts who followed their childhood dreams

and have become successful, notable women, today’s girls are

inspired to achieve their own goals.

The making of a leaderDr. Simmons attributes much of her success to a solid education.

“It’s fundamental in what you want do,” she says. “I always

loved school so I just kept going to the next level of education.

I’m deeply grateful for the opportunities I’ve had and it’s not

surprising that when I went into public service it was in the area

of education.”

How does a young girl decide to become a doctor? “Medicine

brought together two of my passions, science and people.”

One word illustrates Dr. Simmons’ best advice and secret to

success: engage. Judging by her long history of volunteer work and

community service, Dr. Simmons has followed her own advice. “You

have to get involved in things and follow your passions,” she says, “and

have confidence in yourself. Just because you don’t know anyone who

does a particular thing doesn’t mean that you can’t do it.”

Her free time is brimming with just as many pursuits. “It might

sound surprising, but I love both hockey and opera. I like being busy

and having a complex life,” she says with a smile. “My satisfaction

comes from being involved in the lives of others, whether with my

patients and their families, my family or the broader public.” She

the girl ScoutS recognize Dr. patricia SiMMonS aS a WoMan of DiStinction

by Amy brAse

Badge of Honor

Girl Scouts Women of Distinction LuncheonApril 8, 2010eight women will be honored for being positive role models. 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. luncheon, the depot, minneapolisKeynote speaker: dr. mae Jemison, first woman of Color in spaceemcee: robyne robinson, News Anchor, foX 9registration information at girlscoutsrv.org.

pho

to c

ou

rte

Sy o

f M

ayo c

lin

ic.


I can help youreach your milestonesand all the mile-pebblesI will take the time to listen to you and understand your

dreams, then find the appropriate financial solutions that can

help you reach your individual goals. Because every dream is

personal, and needs a personal plan.

Nancy Emerick, CASL®, CDFATM, ChFC®, CRPC®Senior Financial AdvisorChartered Financial Consultant1530 Greenview Dr. SW, Suite 111Rochester, MN 55902(507) 289-0737Fax: (507) [email protected]

MORE WITHIN REACHSM

Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC. Some products and services may not be available in all jurisdictions or to all clients. Ameriprise Financial cannot guarantee future

© 2010 Ameriprise Financial, Inc. All rights reserved.

To start a conversation, call me at (507) 289-0737.


and her husband, Dr. Les Wold, have a son

and a daughter, both in their twenties. “My

husband and children are very supportive.

They recognize that yes, you can be a

mother who is involved in society and a

career, too.”

Recognizing achievementThe honorees for Women of Distinction

were nominated for having reputations

of high integrity and being good role

models for girls. “One thing that impressed

us about Dr. Patricia Simmons was her

leadership in two different areas at the

same time,” says Linda B. Keene, the

CEO of Girl Scouts of Minnesota and

Wisconsin River Valley. “We found that

she has also been an elder at her church,

worked in underserved communities, and

done so many of these things not just to

make a difference for herself, but for her

community.” Keene emphasizes that this is

key to Girl Scouts, who are encouraged not

only to be the best that they can be, but to

use their talents to benefit others.

Girl Scouts through the yearsGirl Scouts is the world’s pre-eminent

leadership development organization for

girls. Leaders and volunteers strive to build

girls of courage, confidence and character

who will do their part to make the world a

better place.

“It’s really exciting to reconnect and hear

what they are up to,” says Dr. Simmons.

“I am so impressed by the number of

members and enthusiasm of the volunteers.”

With 18,000 adult volunteers, the Girl Scouts

of Minnesota and Wisconsin River Valleys

serve more than 45,000 girls in 49 counties in

the Twin Cities metro, southern Minnesota

and western Wisconsin. Dr. Simmons says

it seems to her that there is more of an

emphasis on career development now, as well

as a strong effort to identify role models for

the girls. “What an honor it is for me to be

considered one of those role models.”

What remains tried and true is the

opportunity for girls to discover new

abilities, connect with new friends and take

action to improve their communities.

Dr. Patricia Simmons never dreamed as

a child that she would be honored in this

way or live the life of a doctor, wife, mother

and public servant. Surely, leaders and

Girl Scouts of all ages will be encouraged

to hear not only what Dr. Simmons has

achieved, but also what she now knows for

sure. “I love life. There’s so much good in

life.” As for bird-watching? “It still brings

discovery and pleasure.”

Amy Brase is a writer who believes that the

world is a better place when women think

and share beyond themselves.

Phot

os c

ourt

esy

of d

r. Pa

tric

ia s

imm

ons.

Art

icle

from

roc

hest

er P

ost-

bul

letin

, 200

3.

Dr. Patricia Simmons (center) with her husband, Dr. Les Wold, and children, Barbara Nielsen Wold and Paul Simmons Wold.

Dr. Simmons has long been a leader in Rochester.


(507) 206-6757

www.LearningRx.com

Some kids struggle through school. Homework is frustrating. Focusing is di� cult. Grades are disappointing. And it seems no matter how much harder they try, the problem persists. But if you act

now, it doesn’t have to be that way forever.

LearningRx specializes in helping students overcome learning struggles. Our program starts with a personalized “Cognitive Skills Assessment” that pinpoints de� cient learning skills. Then, we customize a 12 to 24 week program to strengthen your child’s de� cient skills.

If your son or daughter has weak cognitive skills, no amount of tutoring, medication or trying harder will achieve the results that LearningRx brain training can. The potential for good grades, a positive attitude and long-term success exists in every child. Unlock your child’s learning potential today!

3780 Market Place Dr. NWSuite 107

Rochester, MN 55901

Learning struggles? We can help. Guaranteed!

(Regularly $199)Expires 4/30/2010

50%off *COGNITIVE SKILLS TEST

www.MLTGroup.com 507-281-3490

Call us today for aFREE 30-Minute Marketing Consultation!

web video print marketing


To Give is Better than to Receive

“

Resilient dreams like those of the award winners, that is what builds community and builds our future,” said Kay Sprinkel

Grace, keynote speaker for the National Philanthropy Day celebration hosted by the Southern Minnesota Association of

Fundraising Professionals (AFP) in November. The seventh annual program recognized four award winners for outstanding

contributions to the community.

Edward P. Pompeian Edward P. Pompeian was recognized with the “Outstanding

Philanthropist” award. After receiving a kidney transplant, he

recognized the need for a home-like setting for the families of

transplant patients. He single-handedly raised funds for The

Gift of Life Transplant House, which opened in Rochester in

1984. Since then, Pompeian has worked tirelessly to serve more

people. In 2009, a second house opened, costing $7 million and

increasing available rooms to 87. “It is important to provide

a supportive, clean and caring environment for those going

through the stressful situation of a lifesaving transplant,”

Pompeian said.

He is also one of the most influential supporters of the

Choral Arts Ensemble of Southeastern Minnesota, contributing

through generous individual donations and the recruitment

of major annual sponsorships. He established the Edward P.

Pompeian Fund, which supports handicapped patients and

their caregivers, and he serves as a volunteer for the National

Kidney Foundation. Additionally, Pompeian is a board member

and current treasurer of the National Association of Hospital

Hospitality Houses.

He is a founding member of the Rochester Repertory

Theatre, a Paul Harris Fellow of Rochester Rotary, board

member of the Rochester Area Board of Realtors, president

of his church council and a volunteer supporter of the

Southeastern Minnesota Youth Orchestras.

On receiving the award, Pompeian said, “I am humbled

and honored to accept this award for something I love to do.

I don’t do it because I look for recognition; I want to make a

difference in the world.”

national philanthropy Day recognizeS outStanDing contriButorS

by susANNe NoVAK

Phot

o co

urte

sy o

f may

o C

linic

.

The Carl and Verna Schmidt Foundation

The Carl and Verna Schmidt Foundation was recognized with the “Outstanding

Philanthropic Organization” award for vast contributions to both state and local

organizations. The extensive list of support includes funding to the Rochester Arts

Council, Wabasha National Eagle Center, Rochester Art Center, Lanesboro Theatre,

Mayowood Mansion, Paws and Claws Animal Shelter, Rochester Symphony Orchestra

and Chorale, Rochester Civic Theatre, Mayo Clinic, Ability Building Center, Quarry Hill

Nature Center, Possibilities Southern Minnesota, Minnesota Historical Society, History

Center of Olmsted County, Rochester Senior

Citizen Center, Audubon Society, Minnesota

Conservation Society, Winona Historical

Society, Boys and Girls Club, YMCA, the

Minnesota State Fair Foundation and various

veterans support groups.

The impact of the foundation has been

tremendous, often leading the way in

philanthropic endeavors that contribute to

the betterment of communities throughout

Minnesota, many of which have had national

significance. Alan Anderson, trustee of the

foundation, accepted the award. “I wish

that the Schmidt’s were here to accept this

award,” he said.

For 49 years, AFP has been the standard-bearer for professionalism in fundraising,

working to advance philanthropy through advocacy, research, education and

certification programs. For more information visit afpsouthernminnesota.org or

contact Brenda Walker at 507-287-2010.

Susanne Novak is a freelance writer in Rochester.

Minnesota Student Energy Project The Minnesota Student Energy Project

was given the “Outstanding Youth in

Philanthropy” award for installing solar

panels on local high schools. In 2008, Mayo

High School seniors Patrick Allen, Tom

Currier and Ian Cameron set out to reduce

electrical consumption at their school.

What began with students collecting

nickels in a coffee can transformed into

a nonprofit organization with a budget

of $136,000. The students received a

$75,000 grant from American Public

Power Association, one of the largest

amounts ever awarded to a student

organization. In December 2008, solar

panels were installed at Mayo High

School and plans are underway for

installation at Century High School.

Membership in the non-profit has soared

to 330 students.

Michael Allen, a junior at Mayo High

School and a group representative, said,

“Spending the money is almost the

hardest part. We are looking forward to

putting solar panels on all the local high

schools.” Part of the students’ business

plan was to have schools raise a designated

amount through fundraising, and the

Olmsted County Solar Initiative would

grant the remaining amount needed

to complete the project. The students’

website, mnsep.org, accepts donations and

showcases “the next generation’s effort to

take the first step toward a cleaner, more

efficient America.”

pho

to B

y f

ag

an S

tuD

ioS.

Sharon Tuntland

The “Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser” award was given

to Sharon Tuntland for her work in bringing the Boys and

Girls Club to Rochester, her dedication to the arts and her

involvement with the Rochester Symphony Orchestra and

Chorale. Explaining why she volunteers, she said, “It makes

me feel good. Everyone needs to feel useful and when I raise

money for the Boys and Girls Club programs and put my

creativity to work bringing the arts to life, I feel useful.”

Tuntland’s passion has helped expand the Boys and Girls

Club to two locations and led her to serve as president of

the Boys and Girls Club Minnesota Alliance.

“I am honored and humbled to receive an award from

those who know how to do it best,” Tuntland said. “I

give credit for my success to this unbelievably generous

community, especially homegrown businesses, and to my long-suffering husband.” On

why she raises money for youth charities, Tuntland said, “When I was little, I would

watch my mom bake a pie and take it to a sick neighbor or watch my dad help someone

with their harvest. They were role models even if they didn’t know it.”


pho

to c

ou

rte

Sy o

f Sh

ar

on t

un

tla

nD.

pho

to B

y j

ereM

y S

alu

ck

a.

Alan Anderson accepts the award for the Foundation.

[email protected]

• Interior Design• One-day Redesign• Real Estate Staging• Holiday Decorating

Please Read CarefullyThis proof is submitted to ensure the accuracy of your order. We exercise reasonable care to avoid errors, but the customer is responsible for the final decision with this order, and assumes full responsibility.



Please mark appropriate level of approval below, sign, and return with original copy of all proofs. Ok To Proceed To Next Proof, Changes Noted Ok To Print With Corrections Marked Ok To Print As IsCustomer Signature: ________________________________ Date: _________________ To meet production deadlines, this proof MUST be returned upon receipt. This printing order cannot be processed until proof acceptance has been checked, signed and returned to our office. Please Return Promptly!

From the desk of Rue [email protected] • 507-281-1005 • Fax: 507-281-5400

Rochester WomenJan Feb 07 ~ Proof Acceptance

Patty Reiland507.254.8771

[email protected]

View full catalog online www.athome.com/pattyreiland

Allison’s Upholstery& Window Fashions

Commercial & ResidentialFree Estimates, Pickup & Delivery

14 Years ExperienceAllison Logdahl [email protected]

Artistic Framers Inc.

20% Offany Spring Garden Item,

Easter Accessory or Mother’s Day Gift

Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 9:30-5:30; Thur. ‘til 8:00pm; Sat. ‘til 3:00pm

16 3rd St. SW • 281-4890

Susan Schreiber owner - certified picture framer

expires 04/30/10

Gluten-FreeCupboard

Visit us to select from over 1000 food items!We welcome calls or faxes for mail-order

or ready for pick-up orders.

M-F 10 to 6 • Sat 9 to 4 • Closed Sun1833 3rd Ave. SE • Rochester, MN

507-529-1132, 507-529-8003 (fax)

www.glutenfreecupboard.com


pho

to c

ou

rte

Sy o

f Sh

ar

on t

un

tla

nD.

20% OFFAll FrAmed Art

must present coupon at time of purchase. One per customer. expires 4/30/10

507.288.4339 • 2002 2nd St. SW West on Second, 6 blocks west of St. Mary’s

www.heringgalleries.com








q Ok To Print As Is





RW magazine - Mar/Apr 2010 Issue









q Ok To Print As Is







Massagethe perfect gift for

that special woman on Mother’s Day

Rosemary A Schliep NCTMB

507.289.1048

Garden of MassageGarden of Massage


Redefi ning Senior “HOME”Whether it’s our pets in residence, our flowering plants or our staff that

becomes more like family than caregivers, Sunrise Senior Living provides everyday experiences that make our communities simply, more livable.

At Sunrise we understand that the transition to a senior community isn’t always easy. So, we focus on the details of living, from

beautifully appointed living spaces to delicious meals, engaging social activities, transportation, and personalized assistance and care.

We specialize in Memory Care. Call us today for a personalized tour of our community!

Sunrise Cottages of Rochester507-286-8528

4220 55th Street, NWwww.sunriseseniorliving.comAL=Assisted Living • MC=Memory Care

u Full line of Quilting Fabricsu Books & Patterns u Tin Lizzie 18 Long-arm Machines u Pfaff Sewing Machines

507-533-8897

All in Stitches, Inc.501 N. Main Street, Hwy 63

Stewartville, MN 55976

Check out our schedule of classes at www.allinstitchesmn.com








q Ok To Print As Is





RW magazine - March/April 2010 Issue


The craft and art of quilting seems old to

many of us—the work of our great-

grandmothers who toiled over their quilting

frames or gathered in church basements to

produce pretty and practical bed coverings.

But quilting is much older than that.

The pastThe oldest surviving quilt dates back to

about the first century AD—a quilted linen

carpet found in a cave in Mongolia.

Quilts as we know them are a more

recent development. At the dawn of the

19th century, it was primarily the wealthy

who quilted in their leisure time. Blankets

were more economical for warmth and

women did not have the time to sew

by hand.

The Industrial Revolution

changed all that. Women

were freed from spinning

and weaving. Fabric became

affordable and was available in

beautiful colors and designs.

Around 1856, the Singer

Sewing Machine Company

made it possible for families

to own machines by offering

one of the first programs of its

kind—credit. Soon machines

were in households nationwide

and women were able to sew

their family’s clothing more

quickly, saving scraps for quilts.

personal

The presentVisit a quilt shop today and you will still

see lovely calicos and homespun fabrics—

reproductions of Civil War and Depression-

era fabrics and designs. But you will find

much more than that—designer and trendy

colors and motifs, unique hand-dyed fabrics,

hundreds of kinds of batiks, high-tech

tools and computerized machines. Modern

quilting uses fabrics, techniques and surface

designs that our great-grandmothers never

could have imagined. Quilts are now often

considered fine art.

In Rochester, the Quilters’ Sew-ciety

(founded in 1977) offers national and

local teachers in addition to support

and fellowship to its members while

donating to the community through its

gifts. Quilters’ Sew-ciety boasts national

and international award-winning quilters

and teachers as well as many quilters

who are creative, highly skilled artists

happy to share their knowledge with

others. Members of the guild produce

everything from traditional bed quilts to

art quilts featuring beading, painting and

Piecing Together the Past, the Present and the PassionQuilting BringS joy anD Staying poWer

by eNId GJelteN weICHselbAum

Salsa Fantasy, by Mary Nordeng (left) and Kim Klocke. This quilt was award winning in 2009: honorable mention at the Machine Quilter’s Showcase in Kansas; featured in the official magazine of The International Quilter’s Association; second place in the Minnesota Quilter’s Inc. show in Duluth; and finalist in the International Quilt Festival Show in Houston, Texas.



For more informationQuilters’ sew-ciety, qsrochester.org

Area quilt shops All in stitches, stewartville: allinstitchesmn.comCalico Hutch, Hayward: calicohutchquiltshop.comCotton Patch, owatonna: thecottonpatchquilts.comHancock fabrics, rochester: hancockfabrics.comJo-Ann fabrics, rochester: joannfabrics.comKelley’s Quality sewing Center, rochester: kelleysqualitysewingcenter.comPine-Needles, racine: pnqs.netQuilting Cupboard, rochester: thequiltingcupboard.comfourth and main fabrics, Cannon falls: 507-263-7000rather bee Quilting, lake City: ratherbeequilting.com

special surface design. The organization

celebrates all forms of quilting.

The passionEvery quilter has answered the question

“Why do you take perfectly good fabric,

cut it into pieces, just to sew it back

together again?”

Quilters quilt because they love

fabric—the texture, the drape, the color.

They love inventing new designs. They love

engineering flawless ¼” seams and “perfect

points.” Quilters love the camaraderie of the

guild—the support and fellowship of shared

interests and experiences.

Quilting, like other art forms, provides

an outlet for people’s need to create. For

some, like Susan Cleveland, it began with

an escape from chasing children and their

messes and resulted in a successful career

of teaching nationwide. For others, like

Maureen Ruskell, current president of the

Quilters’ Sew-ciety Board, quilting gives her

sanity in a busy world—calm, relaxation,

joy and the opportunity to express herself.

Dillman Baker Sorrells, a retired minister,

says quilting brings her peace. She hopes

her quilted garments bring peace, joy and

comfort to those who wear them.

For Eunice Hill, “it started innocently as

a way to use up some fabric scraps and keep

me busy during a difficult time in my life. It

unleashed a creative spirit within me that I

was unaware of before.”

Heartman Insurance

1635 Greenview Drive S.W.Rochester, MN 55902Bus. (507) 288-3834FAX (507) 288-0679

“If every wife knewwhat every widow

knows… every husband would

have enough life insurance.”

www.heartman.com

Send Me No Flowers, by Enid Weichselbaum.








q Ok To Print As Is







Rochester Women Celebrates 10 Years

10Celebrating

YearsSince 2000Since 2000

Win Tickets

RWmagazine.com ~ [email protected]

to Suzanne Vega Concert Thursday, April 22, 2010and limousine for 10 friends!

Complete the Rochester Women magazine reader survey online at RWmagazine.com by April 1, 2010 for a chance to win 10 free tickets and a limousine ride to and from the Suzanne Vega concert on Thursday, April 22, 2010.


Says Eunice, “So much of ‘women’s

work’ in the home setting is transitory,

like stringing beads with no knot at

the end of the string. Meals are eaten.

Laundry and dishes always need to be

done. Quilting gives a product with a bit

more staying power—you can see it and

admire it today and in the future.

“Quilting has given me an identity,

self-confidence, self-worth and a pathway

to meeting many friends who share a

‘common thread,’” she says. “While

making a quilt for someone else, you

think of them with each part of the

process, putting love in each stitch. So

with the end product you have poured

yourself into a gift filled with love.”

All agree that their houses

would be cleaner if they didn’t

quilt. But the community of

life-long friends made over

hours of stitching and visiting

fabric shops is as important

to them as breathing. Fabric,

thread, texture and color stitch

together friends, passions

and history.

Enid Gjelten Weichselbaum is an

art quilter living in Rochester with

her husband, Jay, son, Ben, and

dogs Tyger and Kosmo.

Once in a Blue Moose, by Kim Klocke.








q Ok To Print As Is







Rochester Women Celebrates 10 Years

10Celebrating

YearsSince 2000Since 2000

Win Tickets

RWmagazine.com ~ [email protected]

to Suzanne Vega Concert Thursday, April 22, 2010and limousine for 10 friends!

Complete the Rochester Women magazine reader survey online at RWmagazine.com by April 1, 2010 for a chance to win 10 free tickets and a limousine ride to and from the Suzanne Vega concert on Thursday, April 22, 2010.

Rochester International Dance Studio

would like to congratulate

Terri Allred for being

selected as a

“Champion of Diversity”

by the Diversity Council.

Visitwww.RochesterInternationalDance.com

for more information








q Ok To Print As Is





RW magazine - Mar/Apr 2009 IssueCelebrations ad


Rochester Women Celebrates 10 Years!What are Rochester area women celebrating?

Tell Rochester Women readers about your celebration or congratulate someone else on their success!Celebrations Display Ad (1.75” wide by approx. 2.5” high) $110

Photo may be included in Celebrations Display Ad. Contact [email protected]

Reserve your ad space for Rochester Women May/June 2010 issue by April 1, 2010.Contact Tracy Nielsen, Marketing Account Manager

507-753-9935 • (cell) 507-951-3496 • [email protected]


FOR YOUR LAWN, PLANTS AND GARDENSWHOLESALE - RETAILTurf Specialists for 50 years

RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL• Free Estimates and Delivery• Applications Available• No Chemicals • Granular/25 lb. Bags

SERVING ROCHESTER AREA

507-288-3999

Phosphate FreeFormula9-0-5

Corn Gluten FertilizerLocally Owned

Guaranteed

ORGANIC

GOOD STUFF GOOD STUFF GOOD STUFF LA

WN FO OD ™

ORGANIC


WN FO OD ™

SC

H

ULZ ORGA

NIC


WN FO OD ™

Celebrating 50 Years!








q Ok To Print As Is







HMN Financial, Inc. has been named to the Honor Roll of

Companies featured in the 2009 Minnesota Census: Women in Corporate Leadership, a study

conducted by St. Catherine University in collaboration with the Minnesota Women’s Economic Roundtable. The

Honor Roll consists of companies with both 20 percent or more women corporate directors and 20 percent or more women executive officers.

CONGRATULATIONS!








q Ok To Print As Is







Boys & Girls Club of Rochester thanks you

for helping to ensure positive

futures for all youth!








q Ok To Print As Is







Celebrating 75 years of leadership development

through community service.

Help us help the community!

For more information: www.rochesterjaycees.com








q Ok To Print As Is







2205 2nd Street SWRochester, MN 55902

Celebrating 10 Years








q Ok To Print As Is







Madonna Living Community

recently received the Step III Quality Award –

the highest National Quality Award presented by the American Health Care

Association and National Center for Assisted Living.

Congratulations!Congratulations!

Madonna Living Communityof Rochester

WebMeria Communications, Inc. will celebrate its opening with an official ribbon cutting at the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce on March 8, 2010.

[email protected] www.webmeria.com

507-358-0919









q Ok To Print As Is







Madonna Living Community

recently received the Step III Quality Award –

the highest National Quality Award presented by the American Health Care

Association and National Center for Assisted Living.

Congratulations!Congratulations!

Madonna Living Communityof Rochester

by Amy brAse

Rochester Women magazine

Years of

Celebrating

“There was one beautifully-written article that caught my eye involving the Rochester

Area Foundation First Steps Alliance. As a parent, I read about the SEEDS Literacy Program and thought there would be a lot of people at the Y who would be interested. The article was a springboard for connecting us with the program. We began with

training our staff as a pilot group and then opened it up to all of the community. We have copies of Rochester Women

available at the Y and we see people getting excited about picking them up. The magazine has been helpful

in doing cross-promotions for us and it’s a neat resource for ways to get involved in the community.”

Robin Chambers Senior Program Director Rochester Area Family Y

“I discovered Rochester Women after spending many days at Mayo Clinic over the past two years. It is always a pleasure to read the articles and find that I recognize an author or the

featured women. We were Supremely designed with unique needs and abilities that weren’t necessarily addressed in print before

Rochester Women was birthed 10 years ago. It offers an avenue to learn and support other women who are making a difference

in their professions, families, and with those who need a helping hand. We are so blessed to live in Rochester—why not share our

blessings through Rochester Women?”Janel Saunders, RW Reader, Oronoco

cover story



“RNeighbors is a fairly young organization in Rochester, created in 2001. Several years ago Rochester Women wrote about

us when the word hadn’t really gotten out about the work we do with neighborhoods. As someone who gets to work with

amazing volunteers across the city, I love how RW continues to find the little nuggets of how Rochester women support each

other and the community they call home.” René Jones Lafflam

Executive Director, RNeighbors

“As mayor, it’s interesting for me to see what the other half is doing—male vs. female—and to know what’s going on in our community. From

my standpoint, Rochester Women offers a different perspective that I wouldn’t get from Sports Illustrated or the daily newspaper. Rochester Women is a quality publication that

reaches out to different groups in Rochester, and the photos are great.”Mayor Ardell Brede

“Rochester Women is such a wonderful resource for

finding out what’s going on in our community. I love reading it because of the

unique, positive perspective it offers and I really enjoy the variety of articles. An article that I

vividly remember was about adoption; several families shared about their experiences. There

was also an informative article about a family that had older foster children in their home.

The human interest perspective is encouraging to my life.”

Sandy Schmidt RW Reader, Rochester

“I remember attending the first issue party, looking around the room and thinking what a major

achievement this was for Jorrie and her gang. I love that over the years the magazine has acquired more

advertisers, more writers and has grown a little fatter! Congratulations, ladies! Thanks for celebrating

wonderful women in SE Minnesota in every issue.” Tracy McCray

(Broadcaster and newspaper

columnist)

“Rochester Women is a good friend of United Way of Olmsted County and great partner in advancing the common good. It provides remarkable coverage of women

“When my family was considering a move to Rochester, one of the first things that I

looked for was whether the community had a women’s publication. I was delighted by

Rochester Women as a visitor and assured that Rochester had a thriving women’s community.

Since moving here, I have continued to rely on Rochester Women to entertain, inform

and connect me with other women. As a small business owner, the advertising, networking

and information provided by the magazine has been invaluable. Finally, as the focus of a former

cover story, I have seen first-hand how the magazine has impacted women’s lives.”

Terri Allred (Sadiya)

“The variety of topics covered is amazing. I love learning through others’ lives and experiences. I sometimes laugh right out loud

at the humor and have been known to shed a tear at the

trials ladies have gone through, yet have risen above them. The

magazine is newsy and fun! Congrats on 10 great years!”

Angie LashRW Reader, Rochester

making a difference right where we live as well as consistent, meaningful support for issues of concern to us all. We especially

appreciate the commitment to early childhood development. Rochester

Women is a publication of substance as well as style.”

Dave BealVP of Communication & Advocacy

United Way of Olmsted County

rw

rea

ders

pho

tos

by A

my

bra

se. A

ll ot

her

phot

os s

ubm

itted

.

Aspen can help you with:• The sale of your existing home • Lot or home site selection• Interior and exterior design• Remodeling projects and room additions • Plan design• GREEN built and ENERGY STAR Homes

CANdICE PETERS is the Co-Owner and President of Aspen Enterprises, a General Contracting firm specializing in building residential homes in the Rochester area. Candy has a degree in Interior and Architectural design and offers her complimentary design

services to all clients. Aspen has won 15 first place awards for design and construction excellence and is now entering its 14th year of building custom homes. Candy and her partner Mike Hortop are also certified Energy Star and Minnesota Green Star builders. design and Architecture continues to be a life long passion for Candy! She takes pride in fulfilling each new client’s dream of building their new home.

What’s your style?Aspen Enterprises is proud to build homes that

reflect you, your family, your life, your style.

3334 19th Street NW, Suite 204 • Rochester, MN 55901507-282-2000 • 1-888-282-1110www.AspenCustomBuilders.com License 20097299

Arts & Crafts

French Italian

Old World Charm

Soft Contemporary French Country


homePh

otos

cou

rtes

y of

Asp

en C

usto

m b

uild

ers.

French Country Kitchen a reMoDel BlenDS exiSting theMeS for a SeaMleSS look by PeNNy mArsHAll

Having updated the rest of their house since

building it in 1992, Lance and Deb Snow

decided last spring it was time to modernize

their kitchen. The time had come to replace

appliances and introduce their French Country

décor into the heart of their home.

After consulting with Candice Peters of Aspen

Custom Builders on redesigning their fireplace

to include a wood mantle, the Snows inquired

about options to update their kitchen—to make

it appear bigger and brighter and blend with the

rest of the house. “To get started, Candy gave us

all kinds of books and pictures to help determine

what we liked,” said Deb.

Incorporating existing oak and archesThe existing cabinetry was oak and had a dated

cathedral arch, and having something lighter in

color topped Deb’s list of “must haves.” However,

it was important that the open kitchen blend with

the family room as well as other visible areas of the

home, which were stained in a medium oak.

“Since Deb liked the antique white cabinetry

(painted with a little distressed look), we ended up

going that route and did a two-tone look incor-

porating a lighter but complementary stain on

custom maple cabinets,” said Candy. “A custom

crown molding that was a mixture of both painted

and stained maple pulled it all together.” The end

Subcontractors & Suppliers:

Appliance Village

Bright Ideas

Creative Hardwood Flooring

DeGeus Tile & Granite

Dostal Electric

Haley Comfort Systems

Mountain Oaks Cabinetry

Pat O’Brian Drywall Services

Pena Drywall

Superior Plumbing

before

after

result blends well with the stained oak in

the rest of the house.

Candy extended the theme of the

arched fireplace mantle in the Snow’s

family room into the kitchen by arches

at the top of the glass doors in the

cabinets, as well as on the large, French

Country-style exhaust hood over the

range. “The kitchen really makes a

statement,” said Candy. “It pulls the rest

of the house together and makes it all

look complete.”

Detailing makes the differenceWhile Lance and Deb both have

favorite attributes of the new kitchen,

they both agree that the detailing is

significant. “The intricate hand-carved

7-inch crown molding and corbels with

grapevine motif, and the curio that

actually sits on the countertop are my

favorites,” said Deb. The detailed maple

crown molding is a continuation of the

successful blend of the antique white

and stained wood.

The new granite countertop boasts

the illuminated glass curio, showcasing

a display of dishes. The dishes are easily

accessible for use, and they are a visibly

artistic addition to the décor.

Additional features such as a

recycling center, pull-out drawers

(including deep, accommodating ones

for pots and pans), and what was a

former desk area is now redesigned to

house glassware and bar items add to

the efficiency of the Snow’s new kitchen

and how they like to entertain.

All new brushed stainless steel

appliances completed the remodel—

dishwasher, glass cook top, refrigerator

and dual convection oven.

The Snows are thrilled with the

result. “It’s amazing how much bigger

the kitchen looks with the addition of

the lighter cabinets,” said Deb. “I love

to cook and spend a lot of time in the

kitchen, and now the kitchen is updated

and matches the rest of our home.”

Penny Marshall is a freelance writer.


designer:AsPeN Custom buIlders

owners:deb ANd lANCe sNow

Project: KItCHeN remodel

(Right) The fireplace redeisgn provided the motivation for the kitchen remodel. (Below) Mike and Candice Peters (left) and Deb and Lance Snow enjoy time together in the Snow's remodeled kitchen.


Add the beauty of WOOD FLOORING...

Sales of Oak, Maple, Cherry, Walnut & Exotic Woods in Strip & Parquet StylesSales of Oak, Maple, Cherry, Walnut & Exotic Woods in Strip & Parquet Styles

Jim Brogan , Trent Rutledge, Tony Horsman

Over 40 years combined experience

Jim Brogan , Trent Rutledge, Tony Horsman

Over 40 years combined experience

507.280.6282www.creativehf.com

507.280.6282www.creativehf.com3532 Hwy 63 South, Rochester

(next to DeGeus Tile)

designer:AsPeN Custom buIlders

owners:deb ANd lANCe sNow

Project: KItCHeN remodel


Call to enjoy a freeon-site design consultation.

7955 18th Ave. NW • Rochester, MN 55901www.sargentsgardens.com

Discover Great Design& make your landscape come alive.

507-289-0022

Offer good through April 1, 2010.

12978 Sargents RW Mar/Apr 2010:Layout 1 1/21/10 3:32 PM Page 1

Full Service Design18 Years of ExperienceAllied Member, ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) [email protected] Serving Southern Minnesota

Realize Raingardens Rochester

A beautiful option for diverting rainwaterRainwater can be captured and routed via

gutters and down spouts to a raingarden:

a garden with a depression populated with

long-rooted, water-loving plants that can

help to slow, infiltrate and hold water.

In 2009, The City of Rochester launched a

program called Realize Raingardens Rochester

(RRR). “It’s something anyone can do to help

keep our water clean, safe and abundant,”

says Jan Tarnow, a member of the program’s

taskforce and an experienced raingardener.

Tarnow and her husband plan to install a

raingarden in their backyard this summer

and host a raingarden party to show off their

pollution-preventing plots.

RRR uses this Tupperware party-like

way to introduce residents to raingardens.

You invite friends and neighbors over for

food and drink, and the City provides you

with a kit containing raingarden games and

information. A game called Stormwater

Mocktail shows you what water looks like

with pollutants (hint: it’s not pretty).

I want a raingarden. Now what?You might have some questions about the

shape, size and location of the garden, the

types of plants to use and the cost.

The shape of your garden will depend

on the size of your yard, your existing

garden

preventing pollution through Beautification by emIly wAtKINs

What do fertilizers, pesticides, oil, litter, dog poop, grass clippings, leaves, dirt, soap and salt all have in common? They are pollutants

that, if not handled properly, can end up in our local lakes, rivers, and aquifers—dirtying the water we drink and the water we use

for recreation. These pollutants can also disturb the habitats of animals, bugs and plants.

The City of Rochester is trying to mitigate the effects of these pollutants by educating its citizens. Under the watch of Allison Plute,

the City’s Storm Water Education Assistant, Rochester is making headway toward beautifying our city—using raingardens to work with

nature instead of against it.

When water runs off impervious surfaces (roofs, roads, sidewalks and parking lots) it drags pollutants to the nearest gutter, eventually

depositing them in our local surface waters. In some areas of Rochester, the water entering the storm drains empties directly into the

Zumbro River or its tributaries without treatment.

Raingardens are popping up all over Rochester, including this site along the Zumbro River near the Mayo Field parking lot.


Phot

o co

urte

sy o

f Alli

son

Plut

e, r

oche

ster

Pub

lic w

orks

.


landscaping and what you find attractive.

Plute says any size provides benefits.

Native plants are recommended for

their beauty, attractiveness to wildlife,

and long root length, which is much

longer than the roots of grass in a

typical residential lawn. A longer root

system helps to hold soil in place and

encourages infiltration of water down-

ward—instead of horizontally across the

ground toward surface waters.

Non-native plants can be used as

well—even standards like spirea and day

lilies can be adaptable. The “bottom” of

your raingarden (the end to which the

water flows) will stay more moist, so

the plants you choose for that end will

have to tolerate large amounts of water.

However, they must also tolerate drought

for years with low amounts of rainfall.

The cost of your raingarden will

depend on whether you do it yourself

or hire help with the design and

installation. It will also depend on what

kind of plants you choose. You may pay

anywhere from a couple of dollars to 20

dollars per square foot.

To defray some of the cost, for the

second year in a row, Realize Raingardens

Rochester is offering cost-share grants to

several homeowners who apply. RRR will

reimburse 50 percent of your installation

costs, up to $750, if you are selected for

one of these grants. There are a couple

of requirements, including photo docu-

mentation of the process and hosting a

raingarden party.

Getting your hands dirtyBefore you get out your shovel, there are a

couple of things to do. First, call Gopher

State One Call at 800-252-1166 before you

dig. Second, do a soil test to find the right

spot for your garden and find out if your

soil needs modification, says Jeff Feece of

Sargent’s Gardens.

Our area is fortunate to have many

garden centers offering a variety of

services. Feece says Sargent’s can help

with design, choosing plants and

installing the garden.

Plute says she would like to see more

raingardens installed, but she is also eager to

know about existing plots and to mark them

with signs, encouraging passersby to take

a closer look. Ultimately she would like to

create a map and tour of area raingardens.

You can find out more about

raingardens and how to install them,

including what plants to use, how to host

a raingarden party, how to apply for a

grant and register your raingarden at

rochesterstormwater.com/r_r_r.asp. For

more information, contact Allison Plute at

507-328-2440 or [email protected].

Emily Watkins is excited for the snow to melt

and for gardening season to begin.

Another option for collecting rainwateryou can also reduce runoff from your property with a rain barrel: a vessel placed under a down spout to catch and hold rainwater from a roof top. this is a great two-for-one: you keep water out of the streets and provide water for your garden and yard. A bonus: a $10 rebate per rain barrel from rochester Public utilities (rPu) for having up to five rain barrels that are each at least 40 gallons. Applications are available at rpu.org or in their customer service office. Include your receipt from purchase, or if you’ve built your own, a receipt for your materials and a picture.

Dates to rememberMarch 3: Grant writing workshopMay 1: Grant application due dateJune 5: rain barrel and compost bin sale at Apache mall

The Peace Church parking lot expansion project included a large-scale “infiltration” raingarden using native plants and grasses to capture storm water runoff.

Bob Sixta used his raingarden grant to create a dry creek bed and route rooftop runoff into the raingarden.

Chuck and Dorey Johnson had water problems due to uphill neighbors. Chuck designed and installed a raingarden to solve the problem.

Phot

o co

urte

sy o

f Alli

son

Plut

e, r

oche

ster

Pub

lic w

orks

.


Plus, receive a federal energy tax credit up to $1500* on

qualifying styles installed now through December 31, 2010.

on Duette ® Architella ® Honeycomb Shadeswith mail-in rebate

SAVE $25 perunit

ENERGYEFFICIENTWINDOW

FASHIONSsaleNow through April 15

THE

MFR rebate offer valid for purchases made 2/1/10 – 4/15/10. Limitations and restrictions apply. Ask for details. For tax credit details and restrictions and a list of qualifying products, ask a salesperson or check out the Manufacturer’s Certification Statement and FAQs at hunterdouglas.com/taxcredit. Hunter Douglas and its dealers are not tax advisors. Consult a tax professional regarding your individual tax situation and ability to claim a tax credit related to the purchase of qualifying Duette® honeycomb shades with Architella® fabric.©2010 Hunter Douglas. ® Registered trademark of Hunter Douglas.

FREE ESTIMATES & FREE INSTALLATIONSee us in booth #459 at the RAB Home Show!

Toll Free 877-373-8535 or [email protected]

coolwindowshades.com

O F R O c H E S T E R








q Ok To Print As Is







Guiding Light Gardens

Mon

tauk

Lig

htho

use

Landscape Maintenance & Design Rain Gardens & Wildlife Habitat

Jane Bailey MN Master Naturalist and Home Horticulturist • NWF Habitat Certified

507-356-4813 • 507-993-3040 (cell) [email protected] • JanesGuidingLightGardens.com

Phot

o co

urte

sy o

f Alli

son

Plut

e, r

oche

ster

Pub

lic w

orks

.


food

As area residents will soon have an

opportunity to experience Rochester

International Association’s (RIA) annual

World Festival April 9 and 10, it seemed

timely to tempt taste buds with some

ethnic dishes.

In cuisines worldwide, chicken finds

its way onto the table in many forms. As

source-conscious consumers, Rochester

area residents are fortunate to find locally

raised chicken both at the farmers market

and at Ferndale market in Cannon Falls.

Clearly one of the best ways to learn

about ethnic foods is to “apprentice”

with someone from that country. I was

delighted when Pratibha Verma offered

to show me how she makes an authentic

chicken curry (recipe follows).

Curry, tangine, adoboThe term “curry” can be applied to a spicy

Indian dish or to a blend of aromatic spices

including as many as 20 component spices,

herbs and seeds. The most common of

these are coriander, cumin, mustard seeds,

red and black pepper, fenugreek, turmeric,

cinnamon, cloves and cardamom.

Individually many of these spices find

their way into Indian dishes. Curry can

also refer to the plant or the leaf thereof.

Garam masala is another spice blend from

Northern India.

Moroccan cuisine is more Mediter-

ranean where lemons, in many forms,

prevail in traditional dishes. Spices are

similar to those in Indian dishes, though

saffron is a common ingredient as well.

Often Moroccan dishes are cooked in an

earthenware “tagine.” This term may refer

to either the cookware or the prepared

dish, often stew-like with meat or poultry

slowly simmered with vegetables. The

ethnic chicken DiSheS Spice up the Menu by mArGo stICH


The Worldly Bird


Moroccan Honey-Glazed ChickenThe mixture of sweet and savory flavors in Moroccan cooking is part of its uniqueness. This simple baked chicken is delicious straight from the oven served with couscous, or cold. Consider deboning and using the flavorful cooked chicken in a salad or in other dishes.

1/3 cup honey2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice1 tsp. each grated lemon peel, ground cumin and ground cinnamon1 lemon, thinly sliced4 lbs. chicken pieces

In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except lemon slices and chicken until thoroughly blended. loosen skin from chicken pieces. Place chicken in baking pan, skin side up. spoon half of glaze under skin of chicken pieces. slide lemon slices under skin. brush remaining glaze over tops of chicken pieces. bake at 350°f for 25 to 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. remove lemon slices, if desired, before serving. serves 8. wine recommendation: salvatore Principe or Alamos torrontes (doug’s picks)

simple honey-glazed chicken recipe that

follows, which I have had in my files for

years, exemplifies some of the wonderful

flavors the cuisine offers.

The term “adobo” is used in a variety

of world-wide cuisines. In the Philippines,

it refers to a dish of meat, seafood or

vegetables cooked in vinegar and spices.

The local Filippino Association has been a

regular participant at the RIA World Festival

and will once again offer authentic food at

the upcoming event. Recipe contributor

Nelpha Malibago is one of many in their

group who will offer tasty dishes.

It’s all about peopleAs Pratibha cooked, I made notes and

inhaled all the succulent aromas, and we

chatted. It was interesting to learn about

her life growing up in India. She notes

that where she grew up in India you never

serve meat to a guest unless you are a

friend or know the person well.

For Anuradha Dhumne, things were

quite different. Anuradha grew up closer

to Bombay where fish is a major part

of the diet. Chicken was secondary but

openly accepted. In contrast, Pratibha says

she remembers when her uncle got beef or

chicken, their door was closed during meal

time so “no one would know.”

Several years ago Pratibha and

Anuradha prepared food for 400–500

attendees at the World Festival. Family

commitments with children preclude

doing so these days. This year, in addition

to Flilippino, you will find Greek done

by Johnny Mangouras, the Korean

associations, a couple of Mexican vendors,

Hunan Wok Express and Daube’s.

John Berquist, chair of the festival, is

excited to add storytelling in the children’s

area and perhaps a story booth where

adult immigrants can tell their stories.

RIA president Herta Matteson says “we

are always looking for volunteers.” Clearly

an event of this scope could not happen

without these people. Interested persons

can contact her at 507-280-8319.

So next time when asked “what’s for

dinner?” perhaps one of these flavorful

chicken dishes will find its way to your

table. Meanwhile, mark your calendars

for April 9 and 10, the annual “One World

Many Cultures” festival.

Food writer Margo Stich wishes to thank

Pratibha, Anuradha and Nelpha along with

members of RIA for their time and making

this article possible. Wine recommendations

by the wine consultants at Andy’s Liquor. ethnic chicken DiSheS Spice up the Menu by mArGo stICH


2010 World Festival HighlightsFriday, April 9, 7 to 9 p.m. (ethnic dance and music show)Saturday, April 10, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Parade of nations shortly after doors open)Where: mayo High schoolPick up a schedule of activities when you arrive. saturday there are a variety of demonstrations and performances throughout day.


Filipino Chicken AdoboRecipe from Nelpha Malibago—a classic dish from her home country the Philippines.

4 lbs. chicken legs or other parts (may also use pork, spare ribs or combination of chicken and pork)salt to taste 1 cup white vinegar1/2 cup light soy sauce1 tsp. black peppercorn4 bay leaves4 cloves semi-crushed garlic mix all the ingredients in a large pot. marinate for an hour. bring to boil, then lower the heat until chicken is tender. Cover & let simmer, stirring occasionally until sauce is reduced & thickened & chicken is tender. once the chicken is tender, if there is still sauce, you can set aside the sauce & then add a little vegetable oil (2-3 tsp.) & stir the chicken, then pour the sauce back in. this is if you want a little sauce. If you want it dry, you don’t have to pour the sauce back. serve with steamed or fried rice. wine recommendation: frei brothers Chardonnay, with the chicken or pork; bV Coastal Zinfandel with the pork (margo’s picks).

Indian Chicken Curry4 cloves garlic1/2 medium onion, cut in wedges2 slices (each 1x1/3”) fresh gingerroot, peeled2 tbsp. oil2 large boneless chicken breasts, cut in bite-size cubes2 cardamom pods4 whole cloves1/8 tsp. turmeric, or to taste3/4 tsp. salt1/8 tsp. red chili powder, or to taste1/2-3/4 tsp. garam masala, to taste 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce 1/2 pkg. (16 oz. bag) frozen peas

Combine the garlic, onion and fresh gingerroot in a mini-food processor or food mill. moisten with a bit of water, about 1 tbsp., then grind. Heat oil in a frypan. toss in cardamom pods, first breaking with fingers to release flavor, and cloves. stir 30 seconds, then add the onion mixture. sauté until soft and golden brown (water evaporated and oil absorbed). Add turmeric then the chicken. sprinkle in the salt, red chili powder and garam masala. Cook, stirring frequently, until the chicken turns white and is just starting to brown. stir in the tomato sauce, peas and 3/4 cup water. simmer about 20 minutes, allowing the chicken to finish cooking but not overcooking the peas. serve with basmati rice. serves 4-6. wine recommendation: Cote este (ted’s pick) or lunetta Prosecco (matt’s pick).

Indian Chicken Tikka1 tsp. fresh gingerroot, finely chopped1 tsp. fresh garlic, finely chopped1/2 tsp. each ground coriander and ground cumin1 tsp. chili powder3 tbsp. plain yogurt1 tsp. each fennel seed and salt2 tbsp. lime juicea few drops of red coloring 1 tbsp. tomato paste3 1/4 lb. chicken breast1 onion, sliced3 tbsp. oil1 lime, cut into wedges, to garnish

blend together the ginger root, garlic, corriander, cumin, fennel seed and chili powder in a large mixing bowl. Add the yogurt, salt, lime juice, red food coloring and the tomato paste to the spice mixture. using a sharp knife, cut the chicken into 1x1-1/2” pieces. Add the chicken to the spice mixture and toss to coat well. leave to marinate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight. Arrange the onion in the bottom of a baking dish. Carefully drizzle half of the oil over the onions. Arrange the marinated chicken pieces on top of the onions and cook under a pre-heated broiler, turning once and basting with the remaining oil, for 25-30 minutes. serve on a plate and garnish with the lime wedges. serves 4-6. wine recommendation: tygerberg sauvignon blanc (smooth & pleasant providing a gentle accompaniment) or Joel Gott sauv blanc (for a more assertive wine with this dish) (margo’s picks).

Pratibha Verma with her mouth-watering classic chicken curry and spice-studded basmati rice.

Irresistible Chicken Tikka, one of Anuradha Dhumne’s specialties.

Pork chop from the adobo dish (recipe above)


Dentistry for Children and Adolescents, Ltd.Dr. Candace A. Mensing & Dr. Robyn R. Loewen

Specialists in Pediatric Dentistry

2743 Superior Drive NW • Rochester, Minnesota 55901www.dentistryforchildrenrochester.com 507-288-8060

Members: American Academy of Pediatric DentistryAmerican Dental Association

Our doctors and staff are dedicated

to providing the highest standardof dental care to

maintain and improve the

oral health of infants, children, adolescents, and

those with special health care needs.

• Child-centered Comprehensive Care from Infancy through Adolescence• Preventive Care & Education

• Hospital Dentistry• Infant Evaluation & Counseling

Locally Owned!120 Elton Hills Drive NW • 507.285.4991

1340 Salem Road SW • 507.424.3086www.dunnbros.com


R

eaching Across the Globe

Spring Educational Seminars The Sunrise educational seminars are intended for families, friends

and professionals who are committed to seniors. There is no charge! Attend any or all of the seminars.

Seminars Schedule March 18th Dementia In the Elderly Shelley Wagner: Director RN,C Regina Medical Center/Hastings Grace Unit CEUcredit•Time:3:30–5:00 April 22nd Understanding Medicare Part ~ D Chad Wojchik: Senior Linkage Line Time:4:00–5:00

May 11th It’s a Matter of Trust: How US Bank Can Manage your Finances: U.S Bank Private Client Group Trust /Investments

Denise Kelly J.D.; US Bank V.P. & Managing Director Laura Blatti, J.D : Trust Relationship Manager Time:5:30–6:30 May 27th Strategies for Improving Sleep In Older Adults Shelley Wagner: Director RN, C Regina Medical Center/Hastings Grace Unit CEUcredit•Time:3:30–5:00

Location: Sunrise Cottages of Rochester, Administration Building 4220 55th Street NW, Rochester, MN 55901

For more information contact: Marcia CarriganSunrise Cottages, Director of Community Relations, 507-286-8528

[email protected]

Sponsored by:

2nd Annual

ROCHESTER

M A G A Z I N E

May 14 & 15, 2010

Writers Celebration Dinner

Bethel Lutheran Church

810 3rd Ave SE, Rochester, MN

Friday, May 14 • 6– 9 PM

Course #7900.230 $29

Social Networking

Dinner catered by Canadian Honker

Keynote speaker Jay Furst,

Managing Editor of the Post Bulletin

Writers Workshop

Bethel Lutheran Church

Saturday, May 15 • 8:30 AM – 4 PM

Course #7900.231

$59 thru April 15, $69 after April 15

Writers will have the oppor tunity to attend

four workshops that will help them

develop their writing and publishing skills.

Combination Writers Celebration Dinner/

Writers Workshop

Course #7900.232

$85 thru April 15, $95 after April 15

Registrations taken through

Rochester Community Education

www.rochesterce.org/adults


Private citizens in Rochester have sought

out special relationships with cities

in other countries since the 1970’s. Today,

Rochester is a “partner city” with three

cities, one in Europe and two in Asia.

Although partner cities are similar to

Sister Cities International founded by

Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956, Rochester

is not a member of Sister Cities Interna-

tional, a franchised organization requiring

annual dues.

Partner cities’ relationships seek

to promote friendship, exchange of

economic and cultural ideas, and peace

through mutual respect, understanding,

and cooperation between countries.

Herta Matteson, chairwoman of the

mayor’s International Affairs Committee,

has been involved from the beginning and

is a strong believer in the program. “The

partner city relationships give people

a totally different insight into another

country than just visiting as a tourist,”

Matteson says. “There is nothing more

peace-building than knowing people

somewhere else. Politics is not abstract

but relates directly to people you know.”

Moosburg, GermanyMoosburg, population 17,000, is in the

State of Bavaria in southern Germany. It’s

a charming area known for its Oktoberfest

celebrations.A short distance from Munich,

Moosburg is popular with commuters,

but has considerable industry of its

own—chemical, electro-technical, food

processing, and machine-building plants.

The Moosburg group that organized

the exchange is called “Friends of

Rochester.” Martin Braun, a former

German POW, visited Rochester in the

early 1980’s. He and other former German

soldiers who lived the tragedy of World

War II “never wanted to go to war again”

and sought to promote friendship and

peace through young people living in each

others’ countries. They believed greater

understanding would result and that

hostilities would never again lead to war.

“In the beginning of the exchange,

we had mostly adults involved,” Herta

Matteson says. Now the program is mostly

student exchanges, although Mayor Brede

took an adult group in 2005. “This takes

a lot of work on the teachers’ part and it’s

a big commitment for students learning

about another country.”

The official relationship between

Moosburg and Rochester was sealed

in 1981. The proclamation signed by

then-Mayor Chuck Hazama and Herbert

Franz, Moosburg’s mayor, hangs in Mayor

Ardell Brede’s office. An exact copy hangs

in the office of the current Moosburg

mayor, Anita Meintel.

Phot

os c

ourt

esy

of C

athe

rine

Ash

ton

rocheSter’S partner citieS proMote frienDShip anD peace

by KAtHerINe sHINe

R

eaching Across the Globe

Partner city trip expenses are paid by the individuals on the trip, including the mayor. the City of rochester never pays expenses. Interested parties should contact Herta matteson with the mayor’s International Affairs Committee. A Korean group is scheduled to visit rochester in early september, 2010. Host families are needed. If interested, contact [email protected] or 507-280-8319.

The Rochester delegation on Tiananmen Square in Beijing in front of Tiananmen Gate.

travel

Xianyang, ChinaXianyang, in north-central China, is situated on the bank of the Wei River in an area that

was the original, ancient capital city of China. The city, population over 1,300,000, is near

the famous archeological excavation where terra cotta soldiers and horses were found

close to the unexcavated tomb of Qin Shi Huangdi, self-proclaimed first emperor of

China in 221 B.C.

Xianyang’s industries include textiles, software development and agriculture. Main

products are grains, tobacco and cotton. The city is also known for its Chinese medical

culture and health care. The climate is similar to Rochester’s: hot, humid summers and cold

winters with a short spring and fall.

Rochester’s partnership with Xianyang began in 1993. Then-Mayor Chuck Hazama led a

delegation to Xianyang. Today, Xianyang’s citizens meet with their Rochester counterparts

in civic leadership, education, business and the arts. Many from Xianyang have visited

Rochester, including one city official who had a valuable three-month internship with

Rochester in the early 1990’s.

When Mayor Ardell Brede took a delegation to China in September, 2009, the group

met with Xianyang high school students who asked in perfect English, “What can we

learn from Americans in your city?”

Brede’s group also visited a geothermal project and discussed with officials there how

both the United States and China are exploring new technologies to develop alternative

energy solutions.

Siheung, South KoreaSiheung, a beautiful, fast-growing suburb

of Seoul, has a population around 375,000.

The countryside is mountainous, with

rolling hills, rice paddies and small farms.

Siheung sees itself as a city of vision where

everyone can accomplish their hopes and

dreams. In its partnership with Rochester,

Siheung seeks mutual development and

peace through exchanges relating to

business, athletics, education and tourism.

Beginning in 1998, Fred Gommels,

co-owner of Rochester’s Martial Arts

Fitness Center, laid the groundwork

for a relationship with Siheung along

with Pan Gon Song, president of the

Korea Simmudo Association. From the

beginning, Gommels has served as a

liaison and Korean-English translator. In

2002, a delegation of 16 martial artists and

city officials, including Dennis Hanson

and John Eckerman, visited Siheung.

The Siheung-Rochester partnership

became official in 2006 with the signing of

documents in Siheung. Since the original

martial arts exchanges, the partnership has

included exchanges involving sports, art

and culture and students.

Plans are underway for Siheung high

school students to visit Rochester in

September, 2010, and stay in area homes

to experience the culture and education

system of Minnesota.

Katherine Shine is a freelance writer in

Rochester. Thank you to Catherine Ashton

for sharing her passion for China with

Rochester Women magazine.

Mayor Brede giving the gift of the Rochester city flag to Gao Zhong Yin, Vice Mayor of Xianyang City.


The Rochester delegation visited the high level Weichang Senior Middle School.

Xianyang city officials welcome Mayor Brede and U of M Rochester Chancellor Steve Lehmkuhle.

We want each of our patients to have a positive experience. It’s our number one goal—whether you require advanced technology or simply need someone to talk to. Here, every employee, regardless of their position, role, or location, is considered a caregiver focused on delivering exceptional care.

For more information, call 507.288.3443 or visit www.olmstedmedicalcenter.org

the city’S BeSt kept reStaurant SecretS: DeSSertS

by mArGo stICH

Mr. Pizza North’s CheesecakesStaff pick (M. Stich)

This pick is a confession from someone

who has a collection of specialty cheesecake

cookbooks and enjoys preparing such

desserts herself. It’s difficult to top the

cheesecakes of Chef Heather Fulton at

Mr. Pizza North. While Heather has perfected

some 20 varieties, you can choose from seven

or eight at any one time. Slices are generous.

Each variety has its own style of topping

intended to complement the filling.

Okay, so there’s nothing lowfat! While

one can start counting calories, every bite

is worth the trade-off (eat less at your next

meal!) Fulton’s favorite: the Key Lime.

Patrons favorite: Tiramisu. With notes of

espresso and chocolate, and a filling incor-

porating mascarpone cheese , this truly

reflects its Italian dessert namesake.

Daily you can expect to find Fulton’s

version of a New York Style Cheesecake,

with a smooth vanilla flavor and hint of

citrus. When you taste the Belgian white

chocolate—both in the filling and in

the ganache toping—you’ll know there’s

nothing artificial. Fulton uses the freshest

ingredients, aiming for local when available.

For that reason, several varieties appear only

seasonally, as with her French Apple you’ll

find in the fall when local Honey Crisp apples

are available. Then there is the Pistachio.

One bite and you’ll think you are in heaven.

The base filling is light, accompanied by an

explosion of flavor with each bite.

Prescott’s Death By Chocolate Reader submission (A.M. of Rochester)

“Prescott’s flourless chocolate cake— it’s

the best chocolate dessert in town!” said an

enthusiastic reader. After our staff checked

this out, indeed, one wonders how Prescott’s

could get any more chocolate in this item.

What better name than Death By Chocolate!

It is presented on a bed a rich creamy

chocolate ganache. The stunning wedge of

chocolate is so dense and rich that decadent

and delicious barely describe the experience

that awaits you.

Twigs’ Bailey’s Irish Cream BrownieReader submission (P.W. of Rochester)

“At a recent birthday dinner at Twigs we

topped off our meals sharing the huge

Bailey’s Irish Cream Brownie made with

cream cheese and Bailey’s. The desserts all

come with ice cream.” Indeed, it’s huge,

decadent and offers plenty to serve two or

three. The brownie base is homemade—it’s

dark, gooey and utterly delicious with the

contrasting creamy top layer and crunch of

the toffee!

Submit your favoritesother recommendations came in for two dessert items at Chester’s, which we will showcase in our next installment, “Great beginnings Grand finales.” we know there must be some fabulous appetizers out there. send your suggestions to [email protected] by April 1, 2010 for consideration in may/June 2010 issue. for now, proceed with caution when ordering your next meal out. save room for dessert!

The Pistachio and White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake at Mr. Pizza North, Death by Chocolate cake at Prescott’s, and Bailey’s Irish Cream Brownie at Twigs.

Our initial call for “best kept restaurant secrets” in our January/February issue confirms

one thing: the sweet tooth is dominant. So here are some favorite dessert discoveries.


food

dea

th b

y C

hoco

late

cak

e ph

oto

cour

tesy

of P

resc

ott’s

. oth

er p

hoto

s by

mar

go s

tich.


the city’S BeSt kept reStaurant SecretS: DeSSertS

by mArGo stICH

dea

th b

y C

hoco

late

cak

e ph

oto

cour

tesy

of P

resc

ott’s

. oth

er p

hoto

s by

mar

go s

tich.








q Ok To Print As Is







507-254-2789 [email protected] www.chefmango.com

JOHNNYMANGOcabernet catering

Catering Service Food and Beverage Service Consulting


Phot

os c

ourt

esy

of th

e C

anno

n fa

lls A

rea

Cha

mbe

r of

Com

mer

ce.

travel

a Stop Worth Making...a coMMunity to Watch

Located on Highway 52, about 40 minutes both north of

Rochester and south of Minneapolis/St. Paul, is the quaint

community of Cannon Falls. The main downtown district consists

of a four-block area on the east side of the highway, comprised of

30 historically significant structures housing a variety of dining,

shopping and service amenities.

Locals and visitors alike find recreational opportunities that include

canoeing on the Cannon River and bicycling, hiking or in-line skating

along the river’s 20-mile paved recreational trail, which has been

named one of the 10 most beautiful rail-to-rail projects in the nation.

Summer brings the Nature Valley Grand Prix Bicycle Race in June,

harness horse racing at the fairgrounds during the Cannon Valley Fair

in July and the “First Thursday Fun Fest” held May through October.

Get oriented to the community with handy maps and directories

available at the local chamber of commerce (open 10 to 3 weekdays)

on the northeast corner of Main and Fourth streets. On the SE corner,

Fourth and Main Fabrics is such a visual gem inside, even non-quilters

and “unhandy needle workers” would appreciate seeing it. The store has

an extensive fabric selection and other related supplies.

Mill Street runs parallel to Main just a block to the north, with

numerous points of interest. Plan to stop at the Old Market Deli,

whether for a noteworthy lunch (their homemade soups are

awesome) or simply coffee and a fresh baked item. Here Chef Chad

Rielander places an emphasis on fresh, seasonal and local. Watch for

a new, novel restaurant to open in the next few months under the

same ownership and Chef Rielander’s culinary expertise. Across from

the deli are the public library and city museum, which is in the old

Fireman’s Hall, built in 1888.

Just a block away is the Cannon River Winery. Its beautifully

renovated building, with its century-old limestone walls, is worth

the trip itself. At one time it served as a car dealership with an active

roller rink on the second story. The tasting room and gift shop is open

year-round though closed Mondays and Tuesdays during the winter.

For information, visit cannonriverwinery.com.

Ferndale MarketOn the west side of Highway 52 is Ferndale Market. It is managed

by John and Erika Peterson, who returned from out of state to run

the on-farm store, which opened in 2008 on a turkey farm that

John’s grandparents had established. Recognizing the unsustain-

able shipping of so many food products, their goal is to reclaim the

bounty of high-quality local agriculture while inspiring people to eat

flavorful, wholesome foods. They offer a nice selection of local meats,

dairy products, honey and seasonal fresh produce, including turkey

year-round. Visit them at ferndalemarketonline.com

Rochester writer Margo Stich enjoys traveling and checking out new

destinations.

by mArGo stICH

Cannon Falls


Leadershipin every bite

Local Girl Scouts are selling cookies through March 28. Go to

CookieLocator.LittleBrownie.comto find cookies near you.

www.girlscoutsrv.org • 800-845-0787

good earth village for all seasons of lifeJoin us for a summer camp experience

full of FAITH, CREATION and FUN!There are programs for all ages!

Register by April 1 to take advantage of the Early Bird fee!

507-346-2494www.GoodEarthVillage.org








q Ok To Print As Is







new to therochester area?








q Ok To Print As Is







Contact Rochester Greeters for a FREEwelcome packet which includes civic

information, maps, gifts and coupons.

Call 507-282-9970 for deliveryor check out our Web site at

www.rochestergreeters.com

Phot

os c

ourt

esy

of th

e C

anno

n fa

lls A

rea

Cha

mbe

r of

Com

mer

ce.

4040 28th St. NW 507.252.9400www.NorthMrPizza.com

Not just a Great Pizza Place.

Now making AWESOME Cheesecakes & Desserts








q Ok To Print As Is














q Ok To Print As Is







Join us May 1 & 2 for Brazilian jazz & unique pairings

of food, cider, & wine.

Featuring premium hard ciders and wines produced from fresh local fruit.

Opening for the 2010 season April 1st

Come visit us Wednesday - Sunday, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

(715)448-3502www.maidenrockwinerycidery.com W12266 King Lane Stockholm, WI 54769

Maiden Rock - 35 to AA to E / Stockholm - 35 to J to E

Go Red For Women® Luncheon Wednesday, April 21, 2010Rochester International Event Center, 7333 Airport View Drive SWWorkshops, activities, networking and luncheon

Take a seat at the table with other outstanding and dedicated women and men. Hear the survivor stories, take action on the expert advice and listen as we SPEAK UP loudly to share the commitment to fight the No. 1 killer in women.

Be part of this extraordinary day!

For more information, call 952.278.7903 or register at: www.heart.org/RochesterMNGoRedLuncheon.

OOO








q Ok To Print As Is







©2010 Charter Communications. Offer good through 5/31/10. *Save $50/mo or more off of standard rates, if services are ordered separately, when you subscribe to and maintain services for promotional period. Offer valid to new residential customers only who have not subscribed to applicable services within the previous 30 days and have no outstanding obligation to Charter. ^24-month service agreement required; early termination fees apply. Customer must subscribe to all services for the promotional period to receive promotional price. Standard rates apply after promotional period ends. Installation, taxes, fees and surcharges are extra. Certain equipment may be required at installation and charges may apply. Programming line-up may vary. Charter reserves the right to determine the level of service to which this offer applies. A Charter HD receiver is required for HD service and customer’s TV must be HD capable. HD programming varies by programmer and package. Not all channels available in HD. Internet speeds may vary. Charter does not guarantee data will be secure. Unlimited long distance includes calls within your state only. Charter reserves the right to review and terminate service for non-residential use or abuse of service. †HD channels included at no additional cost when you lease an HD Receiver for $5.00 more per month with digital cable service. ††Offer includes Charter Internet with speeds up to 1Mbps, which is 1.3x faster than 768kbps DSL. Valid service address required. Credit approval, prepayment or major credit card may be required. All services provided are subject to the subscriber agreement and applicable tariff, which are subject to change. Visit charter.com/30day for full details on 30-Days Risk-Free. Services not available in all areas. Other restrictions may apply. Call for full details.

30-Days Risk-Free! (7283)1.877.SAVE.507

•CharterTVwithFREEHDChannels†

Access to 500+ HD options and 1,000s of FREE shows On Demand

•CharterInternetLiteSpeeds way faster than DSL†† to download videos, music and more

•CharterPhoneIn-StateUnlimited In-State calling with 5 calling features included

Ask how to lock in a low rate for two years!^

NEW LOW PRICE!

Bundle packages start at

a month for12 months

Save $50/month or more!*


healthy living

Phot

o by

Chr

is d

elis

le.

Connie Brown-Caldwell somewhere between mile one and one hundred.

Choosing Victory join the Bicycling coMMunity that tackleS 100 gravel MileS each May

by stePHANIe wIttmer

Connie’s storyLast year Connie Brown-Caldwell ignored

thoughts that she might be an unlikely

candidate for traversing 100 miles of gravel

on a bike. A self-described “38-year-old late

bloomer trying to pack as much living as she

possibly can into one human experience,” she

admits she was not in the best shape of her

life. In 2008 Connie reacquainted herself with

the department store “Blue Beast” that was her

bike. Within months she was pedaling across

the Almanzo 100 finish line. Victorious.

“I honestly never, ever, ever endeavored to

do anything like this. Ever. It really did teach

me a lot about what I can do,” Connie said.

“And when I finished! I still think of that. I

still think, ‘I can do whatever I put my mind

to.’ What’s stopping you? It’s amazing.”

I have envied this community of cyclists

who overcome the harshness of a cold

Minnesota winter by riding through it.

Who absorb the beauty of Southeastern

Minnesota’s rolling hills and countryside by

pedaling along its gravel roads. Something

in me wanted to be that tough. That

adventuresome. That in love with a

pastime so healthy for body, mind and soul.

I lamented with acceptance that I didn’t fit

into this community. I don’t have the gear.

I don’t have the miles under my belt. I don’t

like being a novice among elites.

This is where the role of Chris Skogen’s

cycling community steps in. It encourages

you when you do not encourage yourself.

It amplifies self-confidence and dampens

self-doubt. It rewards you when you push

your mind and body past limits that hold

them captive. Chris did this for Connie

last year.

“He was my motivation. He was one of

the people who said ‘go for it.’ When I was

training I’d think, ‘Chris thinks I can do this,

too!’ It’s that extra boost of support when

maybe you’ve lost your own.”

Connie took his encouragement and is

passing it on to others, like me. In May 2010

I will be moving from the sidelines of the

Almanzo 100 to the start line.

Dust off your bikes, ladies. Here is

an opportunity to be victorious.

Victorious: having defeated an

adversary. The adversaries that lurk

in our minds are some of the hardest

to overcome.

In 2006 one man defeated an

adversary called “great ideas that never

materialize.” Chris Skogen transformed

an idea into a challenging, 100-mile

gravel road race, the “Almanzo 100,”

through the picturesque countryside

of Southeastern Minnesota. He built a

community in which anyone who wants

to ride a bike—from elite cyclists to

those who haven’t ridden their bikes in

years—feels welcome. Chris encourages

people to accomplish something they

never thought possible. His passion and

generosity permeate the group and draw

people in at an astonishing rate. The race

debuted in 2007 with 13 participants and

grew to 435 registrants in 2010.

Could I do this?To all who hear a voice from within asking “Could I do this?”

Connie says, “Get on your bike and just go. Try it. If you finish, yay!

If you get seven miles out and you think, ‘What was I thinking!?’

who cares. Sign up for the race and find me. We’ll ride the first few

miles together and if you don’t like it you can go home. Or we’ll ride

the next few miles together and if then you don’t like it you can go

home. Or what happens if we finish together? ”

In the community Chris created, self-doubt retreats. You find

that you can do it. You can ride your bike in the snow to train. You

can use the bike you thought was not good enough. You aren’t an

outsider in a community based on inclusivity. You don’t have to be

as good as anyone else in the group. You only have to be willing to

be better than you ever thought you could be.

The greatest personal victories will occur long before the finish

line: Choosing to keep going when the mind says quit. Seeing

victory not in the finish line but in each step toward it. Welcoming

physical and mental challenges. Relying on others to carry you

forward when you can’t seem to carry yourself. It is what Connie

calls “one of the most life-altering things I have ever accomplished

with regard to emotional and physical ability and endurance.”

Self-doubt, lack of will, complacency. These things lead

to lives only half lived. Overcoming them opens the door to the

other half of our lives and powers us through with unlimited

potential. On Saturday May 15, 435 registrants will gather at

Bicycle Sports in Rochester, the starting point of the Almanzo

100, to pedal themselves toward their greater potential.

Forty-eight of those will be women. That’s not nearly enough.

So, ladies, dust off those bikes and I’ll see you at the 2011

Almanzo 100.

Stephanie Wittmer loves that there’s a profession in which a person

can take words that have been around for millennia, reorganize them

uniquely on pages and get paid for it.

Connie Brown-Caldwell on the day of the Almanzo 100.

The Almanzo 100

to peer into the world of the •Almanzo 100, visit almanzo100.blogspot.com. (registration is open each January 1 – 31 and is now closed for 2010.)to be inspired, come and listen •as 435 pairs of bike shoes simultaneously click into their pedals on the morning of may 15 at bicycle sports. to turn your inspiration into action, •to get your bicycling questions answered, and to get the rust removed from the old chain, drop in to see Chris or any of the helpful folks at bicycle sports.


Phot

o by

Chr

is s

koge

n.


Vo

lunte

er!

Mayo Clinic is seeking men and women with type 2 diabetes, between the ages of 40 and 70, for aclinical research study. The purpose of this study is to learn about the effect of Liraglutide (aninvestigational drug for diabetes) on blood flow.

You may be eligible to participate if:• You are between 40 and 70 years old• You have type 2 diabetes and currently being

treated through either diet or metformin• You are in good health

This study will last for about four months. You willhave five visits to the Clinical Research Unit at SaintMarys Hospital. Remuneration is offered.

For more information, please contactJasmin McCabe at (507) 255-6940 or

[email protected] or Dr. Andy Basu at (507) 255-6752.

More clinical trials information can be found at http://clinicaltrials.mayo.edu

Mayo Clinic is an affirmative action and equal opportunity educator and employer.

Do you have type 2 diabetes?

#12975 Type 2 Diabetes 3.6204" w x 4.833" h = (2 col x 4.833" h)

– ROCHESTER WOMENS MAGAZINE

Phot

o by

Chr

is s

koge

n.

Reach New Heights at the New J.E.T.S. Gym

Register for dance and gymnastic classes now!

2440 Clare Lane NE, Rochester, MN • 507-285-9262 • www.jetsgym.com

HighSchool

Parent Tot

Preschool

Gymnastics

Modern

Ballet

Tap

Dance

Adult

Pointe

Jazz

Come tour our new facility. See our new gymnastics floor and equipment and meet our friendly coaches. Check out our new preschool gym, viewing rooms and dance studios.

Gymnastics Summer CampsAges 3 to 12, 9 a.m. - 12 noon

9:00 a.m. Attendance and Free Play, 9:10 a.m. Warm Up 9:20 a.m. Gymnastics/Camp Theme Activity

10:30 a.m. Snack and Craft, 11:00 a.m. Games11:30 a.m. Free Time, 12:00 noon Pickup

6/14 – 6/17 Wild West Week6/21-6/24 Circus Spectacular6/28 – 7/1 Beach Party7/12 – 7/15 Super Hero Week7/19 – 7/22 Pirates & Princess Week7/26 – 7/29 Jungle Safari8/2 – 8/5 Under the Big Top8/9 – 8/12 Celebration Week8/16 – 8/19 Space Week8/23 – 8/26 Wacky Water Week

J.E.T.S2440 Clare Lane NE, Rochester, MN

507-285-9262 ~ www.jetsgym.com








q Ok To Print As Is







Rochester Women May/June Issue

Celebrates Moms!

Rochester Women May/June 2010 issue will feature: • Complementary fertility and alternative birthing• Mothers tough love• Mental health month• Public defenders• Purses for purchase• Earth friendly foods

Reserve your ad space for Rochester Women May/June 2010 issue

by April 1, 2010. Contact: Tracy Nielsen,

Marketing Account Manager507-753-9935 • (cell) 507-951-3496

[email protected]


Call for Nominations

healthy living

Ovarian Cancer learn the SyMptoMS anD Meet the SurvivorS by PAttI dolAN

PHotoGrAPHy by fAGAN studIos

Anaiis Nin’s quote, “Life shrinks or

expands in proportion to one’s

courage,” aptly defines Sarah Keller’s

medical journey.

A 12-year survivor of primary peritoneal

cancer, similar to ovarian cancer in

pathology and treatment, Sarah’s story is all

the more poignant, since her mother died

of the same disease when Sarah was just 16.

Sarah’s accounting of how long it took

to get from symptoms to diagnosis is

sadly typical. Because the symptoms of

ovarian cancer are subtle and mimic other

disorders, various specialties are often

consulted and wrong diagnoses made.

Journey to diagnosisIn 1997, Sarah’s initial symptoms of

tiredness, abdominal pressure and

frequent urges to urinate drove her to her

primary doctor at Mayo Clinic. A gyneco-

logical consult and testing produced some

benign findings, but Sarah’s symptoms

persisted and worsened. In January

1998, a gastroenterologist diagnosed

her increased abdominal discomfort as

Irritable Bowel Syndrome.

As part of her annual physicals, Sarah’s

primary physician had ordered CA 125

bloodwork, which had consistently been

within normal range. When Sarah’s CA

125 came back abnormal during her

March physical, she was immediately sent

to a gynecology surgeon for exploratory

surgery. The biopsies showed advanced

cancer with a high mortality rate.

“Courage” was not an adjective that

described Sarah’s initial outlook as she

struggled to absorb the serious realities that

would invade her life. She was a 55-year old

wife, mother of two sons and a pre-school

teacher. Extensive abdominal surgery and

six rounds of chemotherapy with resulting

side effects forced Sarah’s early retirement

from her career. She experienced anger,

fear, loneliness and depression.

Finding supportAt the time of Sarah’s diagnosis, there were

no support groups specific to her cancer.

Today, the Minnesota Ovarian Cancer

Alliance (MOCA), mnovarian.org, offers

support groups throughout Minnesota.

Sarah eventually became one of the original

facilitators for the southeast chapter of

Getting through the difficult days, I try and focus on the moment, to say to myself, “Right now, in this place, at this time, I’m OK.” Two prayers that carried me through those

days: “Help!” and “Thank you!”Sarah Keller

Ovarian cancer survivors. Front row: Jean Wagner, Becky Pierce, Janie Clemens, Sarah Keller, Diane Closson. Back row: Jackie Reiland, Kristy Puetz, Beth Knutson, Jackie Rau, Janel Saunders.


Criteria:

• The nominee must be newly diagnosed or currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer.

• The nominee must use the water garden for herself (non-transferable).

• The nominee must agree to being photographed and interviewed by the magazine for publication.

• The water garden must be installed in the yard of the homeowner. Work will be done between May and July, 2010.

• The yard must be in the Rochester vicinity.

To nominate, submit the following by May 1, 2010:

1. Your information: Name, address, phone and e-mail address.

2. Nominee’s information: Name, address, phone, and e-mail address.

3. Nomination Letter: In 500 words or less, tell us your nominee’s breast cancer story.

4. Send your nomination letter to:

Ellie Miller, Healing Waters Project, Rochester Women magazine

P.O. Box 5986 Rochester, MN 55903 Or e-mail: [email protected]

Call for Nominations WhitewaterGardens

Ponds, Streams and Waterfalls

Do you know a woman living with breast cancer who could benefit from the healing sound of a water garden in her yard?

Rochester Women magazine has teamed up with Whitewater Gardens, the premier waterscape designer in southeast

Minnesota, to offer a healing water garden to one woman living with breast cancer. For information and pictures of past

recipients, visit whitewatergardens.com.

Massages:Channels massage the chest wall

Cools:Channels promote air circulation making

this a cool, breathable breast form

Hugs:Channels “hug” the chest wall

providing a snug fit

After Breast Surgery

Visit us today to experience the ABC difference!

The Massage Form

Kahler – Downtown

Healing Waters Project for women living with breast cancer

Survivors Say… “many ovarian cancer symptoms are associated with pre-menstrual symptoms, so they can be overlooked. finding a lump on my neck forced me to see my family physician and after having many tests I was diagnosed with stage 4 epithelial ovarian cancer. It’s about knowing your own body and knowing something isn’t right.” Kristy Puetz

“being diagnosed with stage 3C ovarian cancer at age 33 was the biggest challenge of my life. with a positive attitude and support of my family and friends, I was able to keep a smile on my face and believe that I could beat this disease.”Jackie reiland

“As an 18-year survivor I am so glad to see more of us survive and live good lives. Never give up!”Janie Clemens

“while no cancer journey is an easy one, relying on faith, family and friends helps me fight this battle. for me, early detection was key and I can thank my wonderful mayo Clinic doctors for that. take nothing for granted and enjoy every day.”beth Knutson

“I think I might be the longest surviving member of the group. I was diagnosed and treated in 1983 with early stage ovarian cancer. I have been incredibly fortunate to experience 26 years of disease-free and complication-free survival.”diane Closson “A very bad diagnosis can lead to an experience full of blessings:

the unbelievable wisdom, skill and help •of all my health care givers at mayothe love and care of my friends and •familythe interest and encouragement of •others, even strangers—a hat on a bald head can lead to some amazing encountersthe strengthening and deepening of my •faith—the lord is indeed faithful in every circumstance!”

becky Pierce

“remember that you have cancer; it doesn’t have you. fit it into your life but don’t let it become your life. talk to people who have, or have had, cancer. you can learn a lot about how to deal with things. And it’s great to know you aren’t in this alone.”Jackie rau

“God’s grace was evident in my life as my ovarian cancer was detected six months to a year earlier than any symptoms would be felt. It was detected during my prophylatic oopherectomy (prevantative surgery to remove my ovaries), which I chose to have because I was a positive brCA1 genetic carrier for the breast-ovarian cancer gene. I decided to have this genetic test performed because my mother had recently tested positive for the same gene mutation.”Janel saunders

“I would encourage anyone who receives a diagnosis of ovarian cancer to seek out a survivor to meet with and share the journey. this is so different than breast cancer. I did not know anyone who had ovarian cancer. It was so encouraging to know you could survive this disease.” Jean wagner

MOCA. Most dear to her heart is the memory of two women Sarah met by word of mouth.

By unique chance, they had all been diagnosed with the same cancer at the same time, and

suffered recurrence and radiation treatments simultaneously. They became a three-some

cheerleading team who were sometimes too ill to get together and thus relied on frequent

phone calls for support.

Sarah’s grief was profound when she watched her two friends succumb to their cancers.

However, their passing was her impetus to maintain a proactive attitude toward her disease.

A supportive force behind Sarah’s optimistic outlook is her Mayo oncologist, Dr. Brigitte

Barrette, who oversees her care. Dr. Barrette offered the following notes on Sarah’s case and

ovarian cancer in general:

There is no accurate screening test for ovarian or primary peritoneal cancers.•Most patients are found to have advanced cancer at the time of surgery.•Physical examination, x-ray imaging and the blood test CA l25 are key to diagnosis.•Extensive research has resulted in many new therapies that were not available at the •time of Sarah’s onset of symptoms and diagnosis.

Challenging the oddsWhat does Sarah Keller do with her gratitude energy? She readily embraces life’s

opportunities. She has seen both sons get married, and made three trips to visit the

one that lives in Paris. She has three grandchildren, with one on the way. She is an

avid gardener, and sings in the Rochester Civic Music Choir and her church choir.

Sarah loves to connect with others by volunteering. And if that isn’t enough, she

begins each morning with a workout at the Rochester Area Family Y.

Sarah Keller’s story is more than one of survival. Her enthusiasm in sharing her gift

of life, despite the odds, stems from a strong desire to help educate women about this

potentially life-threatening disease. Hopefully they will be among the 93 percent who have

a five-year survival rate, when diagnosed and treated in the earliest stages, as opposed to a

25% survival rate when diagnosed in later stages.

Patti Dolan, who divides her time between Rochester and Michigan, has been freelance writing

for the past 10 years.



Mayo Clinic is seeking volunteers, 18 yearsof age or older who wish to stop smoking.The purpose of this research study is to seeif the combination of varenicline (akaChantix) and bupropion (aka Zyban) willhelp smokers stop smoking. You will be paid for your time in this research study.

For more information, call the Mayo Clinic Nicotine Research Program at 1-800-848-7853 or (507) 266-1944 or e-mail us at [email protected].

More clinical trials information can be found at http://clinicaltrials.mayo.edu

Mayo Clinic is an affirmative action and equal opportunity educator and employer.

Are you smoking and

wish to stop smoking?

#12980 Stop Smoking 3.604" w x 4.833" h = (1/4 page vertical)

– ROCHESTER WOMENS MAGAZINE

Vo

lunte

er!

Screening for Ovarian Cancer*ovarian cancer occurs in 1 out of 72 women. because there is no accurate screening test for ovarian cancer, a woman must understand symptoms and talk with her doctor. A woman who experiences symptoms should advocate for herself, be persistent if she feels something is wrong and request three tests from her doctor:

CA 125 blood test•transvaginal ultrasound•Pelvic-rectal exam•

A biopsy definitively diagnoses ovarian cancer.

*source: mnovarian.org

Primary Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer*Note: these symptoms are outside the norm, occur almost daily, persist and worsen.

bloating•Pelvic or abdominal pain•difficulty eating or feeling full too quickly•frequent or urgent need to urinate•other symptoms commonly reported may •include: fatigue, indigestion, back pain, pain with intercourse, constipation and menstrual irregularities.

Support Sitesmnovarian.org, mayoclinic.org/ovarian-cancer

(Top) Teal “OverCome” wristbands, in support of ovarian cancer survivors and those who have lost their battle, are available at mnovarian.org. (Right) Becky Pierce and Janie Clemens share stories of their cancer journeys.

women wisdom

There are surprise attacks at other

times of the day. Like the one that hit in

the middle of an early evening concert I

attended. While the rest of the audience

pulled coats up over their shoulders in

the chilly theatre, I peeled down to my

sleeveless satin shell. I wished it had been

a T-shirt with a sassy logo like: “What’s-a-

Matter-With-You, Haven’t You Seen a Peri-

menopausal Woman Before?”

Hormonal insanity?I started research on homeopathic

remedies, followed by a number of experi-

mentations. For example, my approach to a

pharmacy clerk at a big discount store

asking, “Got any black cohash?” didn’t

ultimately result in relief; but, it did give

me a vicarious sense of what it’s like to

make a drug deal.

And while a soy diet might be proving

beneficial to peri-menopausal Pacific

Asian women, it didn’t touch my genetic

northern British blood. Great, I would

have to descend from a culture that

believes in “grin and bear it.”

Under the guise of folk wisdoms, during

one midnight scorching episode, my

In the January/February 2008 issue I

revealed to the world I was turning

50. I also shared my amusement with

my husband’s gift of a ceiling fan—that

practical surprise chosen because of his

engineering colleagues’ portents about their

wives’ perimenopausal hot flashes. “What a

waste,” I unappreciatively thought to myself

as the dust settled on the blades motionless

above our bed for almost two years.

Here’s an update. My “hot” news is the

flashes have arrived. At first, it was just an

occasional tepid tingle that fooled me into

naively prancing about singing Peggy Lee’s

famous lyrics, “Is that all there is?”

However, a few months ago, I

gained complete insight as to why the

middle-aged Wicked Witch of the West

was so cranky. When she called out, “I’m

melting,” it had nothing to do with the

ruby-slippered enemy throwing water

on her. In fact, if the water was cold,

she probably considered the pubescent

Kansan to be her new best friend.

Night riderThe worst of it comes at night. Every few

hours, I wake up riding the crest of an

incendiary wave and throw off the covers.

First, remove the top fur layer by hurling our

cat off the bed. That elicits a howl of ignorant

tomcat indignation, often followed by a semi-

conscious grumble of the same tone from my

heat-radiating spouse as I elbow him to his

side of the mattress.

As the intensity peaks, I congratulate

myself that I sleep in the buff—an

economical decision I made on my

wedding night after spending a small

fortune on a negligee that was worn all

of five minutes. When the heat reaches

molten lava level, I jump up, blaze to the

kitchen, and pull out two containers of

frozen yogurt to cradle against my chest

like life preservers. Not only does it cool

me down, but in a matter of minutes, I can

guzzle a glass of cold milk to quash some

of the flames.

Hot News Flash!

there’S only one Sure-fire Way to cope With the hot flaSheS of MenopauSe

by lAurIe Helmers









q Ok To Print As Is







Attend the 47th Annual Home, Vacation & RV Show!

Friday March 12th • 3pm-9pmSaturday March 13th • 10am-8pmSunday March 14th • 11am-4pm

Graham Arenas 1 & 2Olmsted County Fairgrounds

FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKINGFor more information call 507-286-1010


husband threw my share of the covers back

over me suggesting that “maybe you can

just burn it out—you know, like that saying

‘feed a fever.’” In that crystal clear moment,

I completely understood the validity of the

self-created widow’s plea of “not guilty by

reason of hormonal insanity.”

Because I’m a woman. That’s why.New approach. In a purely selfish act, I

ignored the rules of social communication

in the stoic Midwest and committed the

faux pas of talking about my flashes with

other women. There were some red faces

(embarrassment or just another hot flash?),

but it was comforting to share stories.

One friend relayed having a “bad one”

during lunch with her 30-something

son, who asked what was happening. She

obliged with a mini-lecture on the hazards

encountered on the road to menopause.

His eyes grew wide as he exclaimed,

“Really? Why?” She responded, “Because

I’m a woman, that’s why, and don’t give me

that crap about Adam and Eve!”

The other day, I was looking for a

birthday card for a 50-something friend.

I selected one that showed two attractive

mid-life ladies toasting each other under the

caption, “Even at our age, we’re still hotties.”

Open the card for the punch line: “There

has to be something positive about these hot

flashes!” There it was. The only fool-proof,

dependable coping mechanism for all the

fire balls life throws at you. Humor.

With age comes wisdom; with wisdom

comes gratitude, especially for that

pragmatic ceiling fan whirring overhead

at top speed. And deeper gratitude for

that engineer next to me, who bought the

model with a remote control. It has three

speeds and stays in my hand all night. By

the way, he’s become wiser as well. He

knows not to even dream of touching

THIS remote.

Laurie loves creatively expressing herself

through music, acting and writing; and, she

has cleverly discovered that perimenopause

is the perfect scapegoat on which to blame

EVERTHING. Talk with your doctor about

treatments for perimenopausal symptoms

that are disruptive to daily functioning and

well-being.

COACHING YOU TO A HIGHER LEVEL OF WELLNESS

True North Life & Wellness Coaching TM

Nicole O. Hansen, MOT, OTR/LCertified Wellness Coach

507.251.4292www.truenorthcoachingmn.com

WellnessLife Planning

Life TransitionsRetirement Coaching

Complimentary Personal Website for All Clients








q Ok To Print As Is





RW magazine - Jan/Feb 2010 Issue


www.thefrogandbear.comCall - 1 (800) 753-9431

Weddings by The Frog & Bear

Looking for a very flexibleWedding Minister that will

officiate your wedding your way?

Wedding MinisterRev. Dale Bluem

u,d

Personalized Ceremoniescreated to reflect you,your relationship andyour beliefs.








q Ok To Print As Is







Attend the 47th Annual Home, Vacation & RV Show!

Friday March 12th • 3pm-9pmSaturday March 13th • 10am-8pmSunday March 14th • 11am-4pm

Graham Arenas 1 & 2Olmsted County Fairgrounds

FREE ADMISSION • FREE PARKINGFor more information call 507-286-1010

Networking News...

American Association of University Women (AAUW) For more information, contact Yalanda Rishovd, 507-292-0062, [email protected].

March 20, AAUW Educational Fellowship Luncheon, noon. Willow Creek Golf Course. Dr. Karlyn

Kohrs Campbell will speak on the topic of the second wave of American feminism. For additional

details, including the cost of the luncheon, contact Beth Nienow, [email protected] or

507-287-8647.

April 21, “Meet Robert Alexander—The Writer, the Author” at the Rochester Public Library, 7 p.m.

Open to the public.

ABWA Greater Rochester Express Network (GREN)Networking breakfast meetings first Tuesday of the month at Express Employment

Professionals, 2518 N. Broadway, 7-8:30 a.m. Cost is $15. RSVP to Kristen Asleson at

[email protected]. Guests are welcome.

Questions? Margaret Heise at 507-273-0325.

abwagren.org.

March 2, Speaker: Jan Daly, Rosie Belle Performing Arts Theatre

April 6, Grace Under Pressure with Brenda Phillips. Meet at Amazing Massage,

3169 Wellner Drive NE. Hosted by Denise Stegall.

Mothers and MoreImproving the lives of mothers through

support, education and advocacy. Meetings at

7 p.m., Quarry Ridge Apartments clubhouse,

1823 Quarry Ridge Place NW. Visitors

welcome. Visit rochmoms.org or contact Emily

at 507-288-1186 or [email protected].

March 9, Money Matters. Should I rollover my

401K? How much should I save for my kids’

college education? When can I retire? Get

your questions by a panel of Rochester’s best

financial advisors.

March 23, Kick Start Your Spring Cleaning.

Tips on cleaning overlooked and neglected

areas to make way for a more organized

home.

April 13, Game On! Join us for a relaxing

evening and an opportunity to get to know

the members of our group by playing games.

April 27, Power of the Purse. We will put

together bags to give to homeless or in-tran-

sition mothers as Mother’s Day gifts. A purse

is a woman’s home

away from home. It

helps her feel put

together! Bring a

new or gently used purse to donate or just

your helping hands.

Rochester Charter Chapter ABWABusiness women of diverse occupations meet to grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support and national

recognition. Meets the third Monday of each month at 5:15 p.m. at the Ramada Hotel for dinner and a meeting. Cost is $18. RSVP to Gwen Maxon at

[email protected]. Questions? Margaret Heise at 507-273-0325. Visit abwarochester.org.

March 15, “Sales 101 Plus” presented by Richard Arians.

April 19, ABWA business associates banquet and annual awards ceremony.

Executive Women International (EWI)Meets second Monday evening of each

month. Guests welcome. For more

information, contact Sharon Copeman,

507-281-0435.

March 8, Guest speaker Beverly Gherity

with Better Business Bureau.

April 12, Speaker to be announced.

Rochester Women of TodayNon-profit, community service

organization for people over the age

of 18 who want to make new friends,

learn new skills and volunteer in their

community, state and nation. Meets

fourth Friday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

at Olmsted National Bank (975-34th Ave

NW). Visit rochesterwt.org or contact

Brandy at 507-358-0950 or Amy at

507-285-3177 or rochesterwomenof-

[email protected] are looking for

more members so we can continue

to do good deeds for our community.

Join our March for Babies team, help

us collect much needed items for the

Gift of Life Transplant House and more.

Upcoming meetings: March 11 and

April 8.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

...

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

....

.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .



Win Tickets to Suzanne Vega Concert and Limo Ride for 10 Friends!Complete the Rochester Women magazine reader survey online at RWmagazine.com for a chance to win

10 free tickets and a limousine ride to and from the Suzanne Vega concert on Thursday, April 22, 2010.


Upcoming Events

Award-winning Gospel artist Aaron Shust in concertMarch 5, 7:30 p.m. Autumn Ridge ChurchShust is among the top performing artists in contemporary Christian music today with three Gospel Music Association Dove Awards. Tickets $20 & $30 available at Christos BookCenter, 507-252-9090 or AutumnRidgeChurch.org.

Choral Arts Ensemble presents Choral TreasuresMarch 6, 8 p.m. at Zumbro Lutheran ChurchMarch 7, 2 p.m. at Mount Olive Lutheran ChurchAnchored by Herbert Howell’s haunting Requiem and selections from Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Vespers, the concert will feature Samuel Barber’s Agnus Dei, Orlando Gibbons’ Drop Drop Slow Tears, Pilgrim’s Hymn by Stephen Paulus, The Lord is an Everlasting God by Kenneth Jennings and new spirituals by Carol Barnett and Dominick Argento. Pre-concert talk with Artistic Director Michael Culloton 30 minutes before each concert. Tickets $25, $15 for adults and $10 for students, at choralartsensemble.org or 507-252-8427.

Art Relief for HaitiMarch 25, 5 to 8 p.m. Rochester Art CenterCome for a bowl of Haitian-style rice, entertainment and a silent auction featuring artwork. All donations and monies raised will go to Doctors Without Borders for their work in Haiti. Tickets $10 ($40 max per family). To donate art, contact Angela (SEMVA member) at 507-271-3846 or 507-285-5476, or Pam at 507-281-2330.

RISE April 9 & 10, 7 p.m. and April 11, 3 p.m. Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall Performed by The Rochester Dance Company. A message of hope, stressing the importance of banding together during times of trouble, to rise up out of desperation and move boldly into the unfamiliar and seemingly chaotic future with confidence and strength in numbers. Tickets $10 student, $11 senior, $12 adult. Reservations: Mayo Civic Center Box Office or Ticketmaster outlets, 800-745-3000. Information at rochesterdancecompany.com

Children's Dance Theatre presents CoppéliaMarch 12, 7 p.m.; March 13, 1 & 7 p.m.; March 14, 1 p.m.Mayo Civic Center, Presentation Hall. Directed by Allen Fields of the Minnesota BalletThis is a comedic ballet about a mysterious toy-maker who lives in the town square. He shares his house with the beautiful life-like doll, Coppélia, that he created. His neighbor, Swanilda, and her fiancé, Franz, believe Coppélia is real. Franz falls in love with the beautiful doll. The adventure begins as both he and Swanilda sneak into the toy-maker’s workshop, separately, to meet Coppélia. More information: Sheila Sullivan at 507-281-3335 or RochesterChildrensDanceTheatre.com.

Mothers & More Rummage SaleApril 17, 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.Gloria Dei Lutheran Church (1212 12th Ave NW)Gently used clothing for all ages and sizes (baby, children’s, maternity and adult), baby equipment, books and toys for all ages, household items, including furniture and home décor. More than 20 families contribute. Proceeds benefit activities sponsored by the Rochester chapter of Mothers & More. More information: rochmoms.org


Jennifer Langhart [email protected]

www.doncaster.com/langhart

Looking for a sales representative

in the fashion industry.

RCTC Alumni, Athletes, and Friends EventApril 16, 5:30 – 9 p.m., Eagles ClubAppetizers and prizes, RCTC sports memorabilia for sale. Tours of the Sports Dome Stadium at RCTC 4 to 5:30 p.m. Lost Faculties Band after 9 p.m. More information: Lisa Baldus, [email protected]

Rhythm of Life ConcertApril 17 at 7:30 p.m. and April 18 at 3 p.m. First Unitarian Universalist ChurchShowtunes from the Broadway stage and movie screen. Featuring area performers Mike Garner, Laurie Helmers, Novella Meisner, Deb Olson, Tom Overlie and Scott Schwark, plus the Walden Hill Vocal Ensemble. Proceeds go to Interfaith Hospitality Network and Rochester Area Habitat for Humanity to help homeless families. Tickets $10 in advance/$15 at the door for adults; $5 in advance/$10 at the door for students; free for children 5 and under. 507-282-5209.

Classic Brass in ConcertApril 18, 2 p.m. Congregational ChurchFeaturing fun songs including classical, rock, Celtic, jazz and Beatles. Freewill offering.

13th Annual Ibsen Festival April 16 – 18, Commonweal Theatre, LanesboroCelebrate Scandinavian theatre, visual art, music and dance, including opening weekend’s play John Gabriel Borkman, the story of a banker imprisoned for misuse of investor funds and obsessed with recapturing his former power and influence. Guests may attend lectures, film presentations, musical concerts, artist displays and a Norwegian/English worship service. While most events and classes require pre-registration, many are free. List of events at ibsenfest.orgor 1-800-657-7025

Sunday in the Park with GeorgeApril 28, 29 & May 1 at 7:15 p.m.; May 2 at 1:15 p.m. Rochester Art CenterLourdes High School presents Stephen Sondheim’s Pulitzer Prize winning musical, Sunday in the Park with George. The musical explores the life and work of painter George Seurat through his famous piece, “A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte.” Act 2 moves into the 20th century to observe the artist’s legacy as seen through the experience of his artist grandson and namesake, George. Tickets on sale beginning April 15 at Lourdes High School. Presented by arrangement with Music Theatre Inter-national. Inquiries contact Robert S. P. Gardner, 507-289-3991, ext. 302.

Roll & StrollMay 16, Soldiers FieldWalk, run or ride for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation from 1 to 4 p.m. with registration at noon. Silent auction, carnival games, entertainment, prizes and refreshments along the walk. Those raising $100 or more will receive a free t-shirt. In the past four years we’ve raised over $165,000. Enjoy a fun, family event be part of finding a cure for diabetes. For information: rollandstroll.blogspot.com or 507-775-7054.

Val’s Veggie PatchesWe grow vegetables in your backyard

You enjoy fresh, delicious food all summer long!

Find out more at:www.valsveggiepatches.blogspot.com

[email protected](507) 281-8988








q Ok To Print As Is







800-362-3515ChanhassenDT.com

FOOTLOOSE burstsonto the stage with

youthful spirit,high-energy

choreography andelectrifying music!

RochWomenFLJanFeb10:Layout 1 12/8/09 10:43 AM Page 1


COMMUNITY CALENDARCheck out our Community Calendar online for additional listings at RWmagazine.com

deadline for submitting events for Rochester Women may/June issue is April 1, 2010. Complete form at rwmagazine.com/calendar.php Events in purple are sponsored by RochesterWomen magazine. *(507 area code unless stated)

ONGOING (*contact organization for regular meeting times) *Autumn Ridge Church, women’s bible study, wed, 9:15 am & 6:30 pm, 288-8880, autumnridgechurch.org/wbs Blue Moon Ballroom, dancing, lessons, rentals, 2030 Hwy 14 east, 288-0556, bluemoonballroom.com Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, “Nunset boulevard,” (through may 30), “footloose,” (through July 31), times vary, 800-362-3515, chanhassentheatres.com *Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R), ongoing support programs, 287-2020, c2r2.org Commonweal Theatre (lanesboro), “John Gabriel borkman,” (opens Apr 9), “Picasso at the lapin Agile,” (opens may 14), times vary, 800-657-7025, commonwealtheatre.org Crossings Gallery (Zumbrota), ongoing exhibits, classes, concerts, gift shop, 732-7616, crossingsatcarnegie.com *Dances of Universal Peace, third fri monthly, 6415 west river rd. Nw, 281-2791, [email protected] *Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance for those affected, their friends & family members, an opportunity to learn & gather strength. dbsA mayo-1st and 3rd mon monthly, 5:30 pm, saint mary’s Generose, rm 2-120. dbsA rochester-2nd, 4th and 5th mon monthly, 7 pm, bethel lutheran Church, rm l-5, 282-8372 days, 292-9679 eves, dbsAlliance.org, [email protected] *”Greater Rochester Express Network” (GREN), express employment Professionals, 1st tues monthly, 358-8301, [email protected], abwagren.org/index.html Lake City Tourism, ongoing events, 877-525-3248, [email protected]

AD INDEX All in stitches...........................................................................34Allison’s upholstery & window fashios.......................33 American Heart Association Go red for women........................................................61Ameriprise financial.............................................................28Artistic framers Inc...............................................................33Aspen enterprises of rochester......................................42AtHome America, Patty reiland......................................33beyond Kitchens....................................................................28bicycle sports.........................................................................65blades to ballet.......................................................................26bouquet Companies.............................................................79boys & Girls Club of rochester........................................38bright Ideas.............................................................................23budget blinds.........................................................................49Cascade Animal medical Center.....................................49Chanhassen dinner theatres...........................................75Charter Communications...................................................62Chocolaterie stam.................................................................25City looks salon & spa.......................................................80Clements Chevrolet-Cadillac-subaru..............................8Counselor realty of rochester...........................................2Country financial...................................................................21Creative Costumes and Clothing.....................................28Creative Hardwood floors.................................................45Crossings at Carnegie..........................................................33Crystal dental..........................................................................28Cumulus broadcasting, Home Vacation & rV show........................................71debra lansdowne designs................................................33deGeus tile & Granite.........................................................46dentistry for Children and Adolescents, ltd..............53 doncaster..................................................................................75dunn bros Coffee..................................................................53essence skin Clinic...............................................................15expert Cleaning Company..................................................33fagan studios..........................................................................39falls duathlon..........................................................................77family fun Center..................................................................59family Physical therapy and wellness Center...........65first Alliance Credit union.................................................15Garden of massage..............................................................33Getting It write Author Coaching....................................23Gift of life dress event.......................................................69Girl scouts of minnesota and wisconsin river Valleys................................................61Gluten-free Cupboard.........................................................33Good earth Village.................................................................61Guiding light Gardens........................................................49Hair studio 52 & day spa..................................................13Heartman Insurance.............................................................36Hering Galleries......................................................................33HimeC Inc................................................................................45Home federal bank..............................................................38Home federal savings bank.............................................18Horses offer Personal empowerment...........................25Jets Gymnastics....................................................................65Johnnymango Cabernet Catering...................................59Just rite foods.......................................................................59Kelley’s Quality sewing Center, Inc................................34Kellogg orthodontics............................................................17Klampe, delehanty & morris, l.l.C.................................17laitala tile Company............................................................26le Jardin european style floral.......................................49learning rx..............................................................................30lisa’s Hang-ups.....................................................................67madonna towers/madonna meadows..............38 & 53maiden rock Apples............................................................61mayo Clinic...................................................................65 & 69mayo employees federal Credit union........................45mlt Group...............................................................................30mountain oaks Cabinetry..................................................45New Horizon Academy........................................................46o’brien & wolf, l.l.P. law offices...................................25olive Juice studios................................................................59olmsted medical Center.....................................................57olmsted medical Center Plastic surgery.....................13outta the barn........................................................................36Passionate Nails.......................................................................6Perry dental................................................................................2Phenomonal woman Consignment shop....................18Pine Needles............................................................................36radcliffe Homes & remodeling .....................................46reiland’s Hair Clinic..............................................................17remax of rochester, Jolene dosdall..............................33riverside live!.........................................................................73rochester Area family y....................................................71rochester Community education, winery tour.........61rochester dance Company.................................................5rochester Greeters...............................................................61rochester International dance Center..........................28rochester Jaycees.................................................................38

Lanesboro Art Council, community arts organization, 467-Arts, lanesboroartcouncil.org *Mothers and More, 529-9107, rochmoms.org *Mothers of Multiples, Gardens Clubhouse, 3rd wed monthly, 281-1898, somnmoms.org *Mother’s of Preschoolers (MOPS)-2nd and 4th tues monthly sept-may, Nw location, 529-8202, bereancc.org/bereancc/mops/index.php; se location, through may, meadow Park Church, 2nd and 4th thurs, 288-3293, [email protected] NAMI Family to Family Support Group, peer-support, 1st and 3rd mon monthly, 6 pm, st. mary’s Generose, rm m227, 2nd and 4th wed monthly, 7 pm, 2200 2nd st sw, suite 203, 287-1692, nami-semn.org *Page Theatre, (winona), 457-1715, [email protected], pagetheatre.org *PAIIR (Parents Are Important In Rochester), rochester Public schools early Childhood education family support programs, 328-4020, rochesterce.org/paiir Red Wing Arts Association, 651-388-7569, redwingartsassociation.org, redwing.org Riverside Live! Concert Series, 328-2200 or 800-657-3980, riversideconcerts.com Rochester Area Family Y, monthly events calendar, 287-2260, rochfamy.org Rochester Art Center, free to public thursdays and first sat monthly, 282-8629, rochesterartcenter.org Rochester Civic Theatre, “Gypsy,” (through mar 28), “the story of snow white,” (opens Apr 23), times vary, 282-8481 rochestercivictheatre.org *Rochester Downtown Alliance, ongoing events, 424-4744, downtownrochestermn.com/events, [email protected] Rochester Downtown Winter Farmers Market, mar 6 & 13, Apr 3, 17 & 24, 9 am–noon, Graham Park, bldg 41, market manager, 273-8232, rochesterdowntownfarmersmarket.org Rochester Garden and Flower Club, 288-6730, dwebsite.com/gardenclub Rochester International Dance Studio, varied dance instruction opportunities, 884-1375, [email protected] Rochester Public Library, special events and ongoing groups, 328-2300, rochesterpubliclibrary.org Rochester Repertory Theatre Company, “last of the boys,” (opens mar 12), “1776,” (opens Apr 30), 289-1737, rochesterrep.org Rochester Senior Center, ongoing events, 121 N broadway, 287-1404, rochesterseniorcenter.org, Rochester Track Club, rochestertrackclub.com *Seasons Hospice, grief education and support. Newly bereaved program first mon monthly, Hospice office (1811 Greenview Place sw), info, calendar, 285-1930, seasonshospice.org Sexual Assault/Victim Services, volunteer training begins mar 9, register by mar 1, 328-7276, [email protected] Southeastern MN Performing Arts Network, performing arts groups and artists, semPAN.com Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group, Peer support group for survivors of suicide, meets 3rd thursday each month at 7 pm, adults (18+), evangel united methodist Church, 2645 N broadway, 272-8144, 288-5605, [email protected], [email protected]

rochester toyota.......................................................................11rochester women’s business & resource directory.............................................................23rochester writers festival.....................................................54saint mary’s university of mN.............................................17sarah Conti Interior design/Consulting...........................46sargent’s floral & Gift................................................................6sargent’s Gardens.....................................................................46scanlon, Nietz & murch, llC...............................................33schmidt Goodman office Products...................................30schulz organic fertilizer Inc.................................................39se mN bluff Country studio Art tour...............................12shorewood senior Campus...................................................12shorewood senior Campus...................................................38silhouette shoppe....................................................................67somerby Golf Community.........................................................7staybridge suites......................................................................26sunrise Cottages of rochester.................................34 & 54the frog & bear bed and breakfast..................................71the stables equestrian Center.............................................23transitions.....................................................................................23tres francoise salon.................................................................37true North life & wellness Coaching...............................71twigs tavern & Grille..................................................................4tyrol ski & sports......................................................................49united way of olmsted County............................................26Val’s Veggie Patches................................................................75Vikki wolff & Associates.........................................................18warners stellian Appliance Company, Inc.........................3webmeria Communications, Inc........................................38wellspring Acupuncture Clinic............................................33wild Ginger...................................................................................15winona state university - rochester.................................21words by tracey.........................................................................34


USA DANCE - southern mN ballroom dance Chapter, lessons, dance 2nd fri monthly, “Castle,” 121 N. broadway, 7:30-11 pm, 843-4665, 281-1034, somnusadance.org Women on Wheels, rochester Chapter, 2nd mon monthly through Nov, 6:30 pm, mr. Pizza North, (4040 28th street Nw), 272-2469, mnwomenonwheels.org Visit Winona, museums, riverboat rides, agri-tours, attractions, visitwinona.com CALENDAR EVENTS MARCH Mar 1-28, It’s Girl scout Cookie time! find a cookie booth near you throughout the rochester Area, 800-845-0787, [email protected], girlscoutsrv.org. Pick-up Rochester Women march/April 2010 issue at cookie booths at HyVee stores march 6 and 7. Mar 4 & Apr 1, downtown ArtwAlK, 5-8 pm, visit downtown rochester businesses, studios and galleries the first thursday monthly for refreshments, entertainment, and conversation, 424-2866, downtownrochestermn.com Mar 4, rochester Chapter daughters of the American revolution, olmsted County History Center, (1195 w Circle dr sw), 10:45-11:45 am, Patty Arndt presents “Native American Herbal medicine,” public welcome, free, [email protected] Mar 5, rochester A better Chance Annual Gala & silent Auction, International event Center, reception & silent Auction, 6 pm, dinner, 7 pm, rochesterbetterchance.com Mar 5-7, A time to sew Quilting retreat, Ironwood springs Christian ranch, join us for a weekend of quilting and fellowship at Ironwoods miracle lodge, 533-4315, miraclelodge.com, [email protected] Mar 6-Apr 4, Ice Age 2010: An exhibit of mammoth Proportions, Quarry Hill Nature Center, m-f: 2-5 pm, sat: 9 am-5 pm, sun: Noon-5 pm, fee, 281-6114, qhnc.org/specialevents.html Mar 6, GAteway science fair, landow Atrium, Gonda building, mayo Clinic, 12:30 pm-4:45 pm, Grades 2-6, public viewing at 4 pm, 281-1498, [email protected], rochestergateway.com Mar 6, winter, wine and wonder, A Gourmet dinner at eagle bluff elC, 6:30 pm, reservations, 467-2437, eagle-bluff.org/event-calendar Mar 6, Carolina Chocolate drops, mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall, 7:30 pm, 328-2200, riversideconcerts.com Mar 6 & 7, Choral treasures, Zumbro lutheran Church, sat, 8 pm, mt. olive lutheran Church, sun, 2 pm. Choral Arts ensemble presents treasured works by Herbert Howells, rachmaninoff and barber, 252-8427, choraleartsensemble.org Mar 7, salvation Army 26th Annual “taste of the town”, sponsored by sterling state bank, rochester International event Center, 5-7:30 pm, more info, 252-7220 or 288-3663 Mar 8, International women’s day Celebration, Assisi Heights spirituality Center, (1001 14th st Nw), 5:30–8 pm, light supper followed by a panel presentation of rochester women: Joyce Gibbs, terri Allred, ronnie oliveto, barbara Porter and Jan Vetter. seating limited! reservations, fee, 280-2195, [email protected] Mar 12-14, Home, Vacation & rV show, Graham Arenas at Graham Park, times vary, 281-6040 Mar 12-14, Children’s dance theatre presents Coppelia, a comedic ballet about a mysterious toy-maker, mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall, times vary, tickets, Cdt manager, 281-3335, rochesterChildrensdancetheatre.com. Mar 13, rochester symphony orchestra & Chorale, “An evening of Chamber music,” Christ united methodist Church, 7:30 pm, 286-8742, [email protected], rochestersymphony.org

Mar 15-19, daffodil days, supports mission of American Cancer society, flowers available around town, daffodil.acsevents.org/site Mar 19, women entrepreneurs Networking, rochester Area Chamber of Commerce boardroom, (220 s broadway, suite 100), A roundtable resource for the small business owner who is looking to start or grow their business, 7:30-9 am, register, free, 424-5678, [email protected] Mar 20-21, 34th Annual rochester woodcarvers show, Graham Park, 4-H bldg, 10 am-4 pm each day, local women carvers! free, 285-1620, rochesterwoodcarvers.com Mar 23, united way Celebration of Caring and Giving, rochester International event Center, 5:30 - 8 pm, 287-2000 uwolmsted.org Mar 25, Art relief for Haiti, rochester Art Center, 5-8 pm, enjoy a bowl of Haitian-style rice, entertainment and silent auction featuring art work, fundraiser for doctors without borders’, tickets at the door or call Angela at 271-3846 cell, or 285-5476 or Pam at 281-2330 APRIL Apr 1, rochester Chapter daughters of the American revolution, olmsted County History Center, 10:45-11:45 am, Alan Calavano will present “stories of rochester” Postcard Collection, public welcome, free, [email protected] Apr 8, Girl scouts women of distinction luncheon, the depot, minneapolis, 11:30 am – 1 pm, eight women will be honored for being positive role models. Keynote speaker: dr. mae Jemison, first woman of Color in space, emcee: robyne robinson, News Anchor, fo X 9, registration information at girlscoutsrv.org. Apr 9-10, 35th Annual rochester world festival, mayo High school, children’s activities, cultural displays, ethnic food, talent show, fri, 7-9 pm, sat, 10 am-3 pm, [email protected], ria-minnesota.org Apr 10, fetzer 20 K and 2 mile run, bamber Valley school, 9 am, registration fri, 4/9, 5-8 pm at running room (711 s. broadway), sat, 7-8:45 am at bamber Valley, 282-5079, [email protected], rochestertrackclub.com Apr 16, women entrepreneurs Networking, rochester Area Chamber of Commerce boardroom, (220 s broadway, suite 100), A roundtable resource for the small business owner who is looking to start or grow their business, 7:30-9 am, register, free, 424-5678, [email protected] Apr 16, rCtC Alumni, Athletes, and friends event, eagles Club, 5:30-9 pm, Appetizers, Prizes and rCtC sports memorabilia sale, tours of the sports dome stadium at rCtC, 4-5:30 pm, lost faculties band after 9 pm, 281-7770, [email protected] Apr 17 and 18, rhythm of life benefit Concert, see p. 75. Apr 17-18 & 24-25, rochester Area builders spring showcase of Homes, homes, townhomes, and subdivisions featured in various stages of completion throughout rochester, 12-5 pm, free, 282-7698, rochesterareabuilders.com Apr 21, Go red for women-our Hearts. our Choice: rochester International event Center, 8-11:30 am, networking, continental breakfast, health screenings, vendor booths, auction, and noon luncheon, tickets and table information, 952-278-7939, [email protected], goredforwomen.org April 22, earth day April 22, riverside live! Presents suzanne Vega, mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall, 7:30 pm, 328-2200, riversideconcerts.com Apr 23, “An evening of wine and roses”, rochester Art Center, 6 pm, benefits PossAbilities of southern mN, 281-6116, possabilities.org Apr 23, the lyra baroque orchestra: brandenburg Concerti, Zumbro lutheran Church, 7:30 pm, 288-7012, lyrabaroque.org

Apr 24, root river Valley earth day Celebration, sylvan Park in lanesboro, 10 am-2 pm, Join us for kids activities, informational booths, farmers market, plant sale, and more! 888-800-9558, eagle-bluff.org/events Apr 24, march of dimes march for babies, eagle’s Club, 8 am, registration, 9 am start, 282-0649, marchforbabies.org Apr 24, “A Night in the tropics,” rochester symphony orchestra & Chorale with guest Charles lazurus Jazz Quartet, mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall, 7:30 pm, 286-8742, rochestersymphony.org Apr 25, spring finale, Honors Choirs of se mN, bethel lutheran Church, (810 3rd Ave se), 4 pm, 252-0505, HonorsChoirs.org Apr 30, Arbor day Celebration, Central Park, downtown rochester, 11 am-1 pm, children’s activities, smokey bear, live music, food, info, and free trees available, rpu.org Apr 30-May 2, 100 mile Garage sale, various cities along the mississippi river, 452-0735, visitwinona.com Apr 30, “more minnesota Vineyards” Ages 21 and up, fee includes transportation, box lunch, tours, tastings, and guide. 8:45 am depart recreation Center-west parking lot, 5 pm, approximate return. No refunds after Apr 1, 328-4000, [email protected]. see p. 61. MAY May 1, rochester downtown summer farmers market opens, (4th st & 4th Ave se), 7 am-Noon, 273-8232, rochesterdowntownfarmersmarket.org May 2, walk ms: Christopher & banks walk presented by Anchor bank, soldier’s field memorial, 10 am, walk to create a world free of ms. register now! Pledges required, 800-582-5296, [email protected], walkms.org Pick up RochesterWomen may/June issue beginning may 6.

May 1, 2010Come join the fun at the

Falls Duathlon. This scenic race course winds along the Cannon River and the Cannon Valley Bike Trail. This

is a great event for family and friends.

2M Run, 14M Bike, 3M Run

register at finalstretch.com

Falls DuathlonCannon Falls, MN

photo by minnefotamoments.com

humor

One Eye Open by stePHANIe wIttmer

Once on a family car trip I played a

mean little trick on my two-year-old

sister who was sandwiched between my older

sister and me in the back seat. As a kid I did

everything in my power not to do anything

wrong. But that day I couldn’t resist.

There she sat, blanket with fringes in

her left hand, pigtails on her head; she was

sucking her thumb and sleeping. Everyone

was sleeping as I recall, except my dad

who was driving. I took my sister’s right

hand and started to pull her thumb out of

her mouth just until she started sucking

frantically to build some resistance to my

tug. I’d let her fall back into a deeper sleep

for a minute and then do it again until she

woke up just enough to start crying. Then

I quickly rested my head on the window

and pretended I was asleep. I’d keep one

eye half open just so I could see my parents

turn around with their questioning stares

wondering what caused her little outburst.

My parents looked at each other as if to say,

“must have been a bad dream.” I found it

all quite amusing.

Usually I hate how dry airplanes are.

Last night I was glad.

Airplanes are so dry that I never fly

without a bottle of water. Usually I just

buy bottled water at the airport, but this

time I was planning ahead and brought

my own—one of the CamelBak brands:

hard plastic with a straw that connects to a

mouthpiece on a pivot that you flip up.

With airport bottled water, the crinkled

bottle is my clue that the air pressure has

changed. Hard plastic CamelBaks don’t

crinkle. I had no clue. So mid-flight when

the dry air was getting to me, I grabbed my

bottle, flipped the mouth piece, and ... out

came a forceful stream of water that shot

to the top of the cabin and along the side

panel a good two rows ahead of me.

This was not a gentle trickle of water.

This was an obstruct-the-end-of-a-garden-

hose-with-your-thumb type of jet. It

wouldn’t quit. It sprayed the ceiling and

the window and grazed the head of hair

sticking up above the seat in front of me.

As I quickly tried to force the

mouthpiece back down—realizing all 24

ounces were going to spray out if I didn’t

take action—I glanced around to see who

noticed. All I saw in the dark cabin around

me were lots of mouths hanging open. Not

in shock from the water fountain I had

created mid-cabin, but in that awkward

and uncomfortable airplane sleep pose. The

awake ones had just gotten their bags of

pretzels and were frantically devouring the

contents as if those five mini-pretzels were

the first food they’d come across in weeks.

So in a couple of seconds I’d deduced

that this episode had gone unnoticed.

But then the woman in front of me with

droplets of water in her hair turned to

the friend sitting next to her, patted her

head with her hand, said something to

the friend, and they both looked up at

the ceiling. They were confused. They

looked around questioningly trying to

figure out what this liquid was and where

it came from in that dark, quiet cabin of

open-mouthed sleepers.

I reached back into my 1986 memories

and did the only thing I could think of to

do. Pretend I was sleeping.

But I kept one eye open to see what they

did. I guess they decided to ignore it. I found

it all quite amusing. I noticed there was

water running down the edge of the ceiling

and onto the window panels in front of and

next to me. I hoped no one would notice.

Lucky for me the cabin was dry as ever and

the evidence evaporated in minutes.

Parched, I asked the flight attendant for

a cup of water. No one suspected a thing.

Stephanie Wittmer stores these and other

thoughts at OneThousandSevenHundred.

blogspot.com


3202 Avalon Cove Lane NW www.bouquetcompanies.com507.282.8899

“Spring is when you feel like whistling even with a shoe full of slush.” ~Doug Larson

Lake views coming soon. Make your move today!

Bouquet Companies Premier Rental Townhomes

Unmatched design. Unrivaled service.

q: why did you decide to start your own business?

Documents