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Micheal CasperJohn Price-KabhirTrish DergeJames PageMerry DudleySteve LonswayKimberly FisherJean DetjenDobie Maxwell

Tony PalmeriBob MeyerRohn W. SidhopRob ZimmerGeorge HalasBlaine SchultzJane SpietzJamie Lee Rake

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CONTRIBUTORS

COVER STORYL4 Order Up a ‘Hot Dish’

FINE ARTSR4 Foxy Finds

FOOD & DRINKR2 BrewmasterR2 The Wine CaveL11 Tricia’s Table

ENTERTAINMENTL8 Reverend RavenR6 Dobie MaxwellR16 Kat ReinhertR18 The Spanish InquisitionR20 Postcard from MilwaukeeR22 Concert Watch

R26 Riders in the SkyR30 Latino Fest Celebration

DebutsL9 The Buddist AdvisorL10 Live from Japan

NEWS & VIEWSR8 Media RantsR10 Right Wing NutR12 Trump NO!

OUTDOORSR14 Rob Zimmer

EVENT CALENDARSR31 Live MusicL12 The Big Events

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COVER STORY // THE JIMMYS

BY MICHAEL CASPER

There’s so much history within the walls of the Indian Crossing Casino in Waupaca with nine decades of entertainment under its roof. And here comes another talented line up scheduled for this season’s Chain O’ Lakes Blue’s Festival with howling guitars, note bending harmonicas, the Hammond B3, and gritty, soulful lyrics from songs belted out by some of the best.

Jimmy Voegeli fronts the headline band for the festival, The Jimmys.

Michael: You grew up on a dairy farm...where did...

Jimmy: Where did it all go wrong (laugh)?

M: Where did the music come from?J: Growing up we always had music in

the house on the record player, usually big band. I grew accustomed to the horns and music of the Benny Goodman’s and Louie Armstrong’s.

M: And your parents met at one of your dad’s gigs?

J: Yeah. My dad played trumpet in a polka band called The Jolly Schweitzers who were based out of the Monroe area. My mom walked in, and dad was smitten. By the time the band took a break, and he went out to find her...she already left. He told the bandleader that ‘If she comes into one of our gigs again someday, I’m gonna put my trumpet down, and go ask her to dance.’ The guy said, ‘If you do that, I’m not gonna pay you.’

M: And a month later?J: In she walked. He put down his

trumpet. Asked her to dance, ended up giving her a ride home, and ran out of gas. Of course he didn’t get paid that night, so he didn’t have any money. So they walked to my future uncle’s farm, and got gas out of the farm tank. As my dad drove away my uncle said to my mom that ‘You’ll never see the money for the gas, or that guy ever again (laugh).

M: That’s a great story. This interview is over!

J: (Laugh) Far more interesting than my story, for sure. My father passed away a number of years ago, but my mom still lights up when she retells it. She’s 84 now, and still sings in the church choir.

M: You spent several years with West-side Andy & the Mel Ford Band, but your

Order up a ‘Hot Dish’Chain O’ Lakes Blues Festival October 2 & 3 Continue on Page L6

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musical desire goes back to high school.J: I’m envious of young kids today,

and starting a garage band. I was in the chorus, and marching band in high school, but our school system at the time went through a series of band directors and teachers. I never really followed my ‘calling,’ in other words, I didn’t practice much. I didn’t read music, and relied on my ear, and by my junior year my teacher flunked me! I flunked band! And I deserved it. It was a kick in the ass. He was a great teacher, Mr. Korth. He just retired a fews ago, and is still a great friend of mine.

M: And your first solo CD is an homage?

J: He plays on one of the cuts, and the cover of the album is my report card with the F on it. And every CD I sold, I gave two bucks back to the high school band department.

M: Eventually you did knuckle down and practice.

J: And was part of the UW Madi-son marching band playing the trum-pet, and then the euphonium which resembles a small tuba. Meanwhile I’d been tinkering with the piano, my mom had shown me some chords. I was in an agricultural fraternity, and they had a Steinway grand piano, and I just kept playing more and more. Between my junior and senior year I got into my first band that played U2, XTC, and Pink Floyd covers...nothing really bluesy.

M: After graduating you went back to the family farm?

J: And that’s when I connected with some of the guys I still play with today, it’s been about 25 years.

M: Things changed musically for you when Stevie Ray Vaughn hit.

J: Yes! I could hear this instrument playing within his music, and couldn’t figure out what it was. It turned out it was the Hammond B3 that Reece Wynans was playing. That’s what hooked me. I sort of went backwards in time starting with Stevie Ray, and Johnny Winter, then discovering older artists like Otis Spann and Professor Longhair, the piano players who really invented the sound that influenced every player since. I discovered a world I’d never been told about.

M: You met Reece this past summer?J: At a festival in Canada, yes. I’d

waited 25 years to meet this guy, 25 years to tell him how much he influ-enced my life with his instrument. I shook his hand. Was star struck. The conversation went so terribly. I was so dumb (laugh). I started talking and just wouldn’t shut up. I think I was talking about farming! Twenty five years, and

this is what I’m babbling about. You know how you imagine something like this? You meet a hero, and flash into the future where you’re sitting in a bar, telling stories, becoming great friends. I pictured all that! Best friends with Reece Wynans, my idol. He was polite, but finally said, ‘I gotta’ go stand over here now.’ I said to myself, ‘You dumb ass!’ (laugh)

M: The Jimmys today have been an on and off, interchangeable group.

J: The bass player Johnny Wart-enweiler, and the drummer Mauro Magellan and I have been in and out of bands together for 25 years or so. After the turn with Westside Andy I thought it was time to try to put my own spin on things musically. I’ve always heard horns. I’d seen the horn section that played with Clyde Stubblefield who was the drummer for many years with James Brown, jamming in Madison a couple times. I recruited a couple of them, at first as an experiment, but everybody has

Friday, October 27:00 pm – Donnie Pick and The Road Band

9:00 pm – Altered Five Blues Band

Saturday, October 33:00 pm – Brian Koenig & The Stand Back Blues Band

5:00 pm – Big N Tasty Blues7:00 pm – Reverend Raven and the Chain Smokin’ Altar Boys

9:00 pm – The Jimmy’s

Order Tickets OnlineFriday – $15 in advance, $20 at the door

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Available online until October 1st, by phone at (715) 258-7343 or (888) 417-4040 or at the Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce, 221 S.

Main Street, Waupaca, WI 54981.

Online tickets will be held at “Will Call”. Pick up at the Indian Crossing Casino

Friday evening or Saturday.

Individuals not 21 years of age will not be admit-ted to the Festival. Identification required at the

door. Carry-in beverages and seating will not be permitted. Handicap access into the Casino is

available on the east side of the building.

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always been on the same page musically.M: Tell me about the Chuck Taylor’s.J: I’ve never been a very snappy dresser

(laugh).M: Chucks have never been so popular!J: I know. And I’d wear coveralls

all the time if I could! In fact there was a phase that I went through where I was trying to dress up on stage, and wear nice shoes (laugh) but my feet would slip off the pedals of my keyboard all the time. I needed rubber soles, and I do move around a lot, I just needed the grip, and that’s how that started. And then Mauro, the drummer who played and still plays with the Georgia Satellites, he’s also our graphic artist, he decided to incorporate the Chuck Taylor’s into our band promo materials.

M: What if Converse gets wind of it?J: Mauro said, ‘All the better,’ (laugh)

there’s no such thing as bad press...let’em sue us, it’ll get us out there even more!

M: Musically, who are The Jimmys?J: That’s kind of a complex question.

I’ve always had this, and I know the guys in the band are tired of me using this word, but ‘vision’ of what I wanted the band to be and how to go about it. I’ve always wanted to be as original as possible, play as much original stuff as we could. We’ve achieved that. We don’t have to do the ‘Brown Eyed Girl’s’ and the ‘Twist and Shout’ kind of classic horn band songs. The songs I’ve written come out of the base of blues, and old-school horn songs. When we do play a cover we’ll mix a Pink Floyd song in with one of ours once in a while or other tunes you wouldn’t normally expect to hear, always wanting to keep it a little on the ‘odd’ side.

M: Your guitarist Perry Weber writes a lot as well.

J: He’s been with us for about three years, and has played with a lot of great bands, and is a fantastic singer and song-writer. It’s something of a relief to have someone of his caliber with us to write music. Perry is true blues all the way.

M: Your writing is rooted in the blues.J: Yeah, but I’m not trying to fool

anybody into thinking that I’m some great blues piano player or artist, because I’m not. But being honest, and able to approach it that way, I can stay true to myself at the same time. Our latest album has some blues in it, but we certainly stray from it. We haven’t pigeonholed ourselves.

M: Speaking of your latest album,

that’s your wife Laura on the cover?J: She’s a very positive and active part

of my career and of the band. And yes that’s her. Kind of a play on words in the album’s title, ‘Hot Dish’...she’s definitely the ‘hot dish.’

M: Is your meeting her anywhere near as romantic as your parent’s story?

J: We did meet at a gig (laugh) but it was a dive bar, and she gave me a fake name. But, she did give me her correct phone number...so when I called it, she had no idea who I was asking for...she forgot she had lied to me (laugh). And when I took her to meet my mom, mom wanted to know how we met, and Laura told her we met at the Betty Ford Clinic (laugh). My mom was aghast! I had to explain I had never been in re-hab. Laura’s very funny.

M: How about this gig, and the Indian Crossing Casino?

J: The venue is so fantastic. The people there are wonderful, the owners are great. There’s just so much history there, every-body has played it from Louie Armstrong to the Beach Boys, Ricky Nelson, the list is a long one, you can’t help but love the joint.

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ENTERTAINMENT // REVEREND RAVEN

BY MICHAEL CASPER

Michael: Tell me about the Altar Boys.Reverend: They’re a talented group of

musician friends of mine. The current ver-sion of the band includes Westside Andy who is an incredible harmonica player, and I’m honored he’s with us.

M: Danny Moore has been around a awhile.

R: He’s played piano with Willie Nelson, Loretta Lynn, and many others. He’s one of the best. P.T. Pedersen my bass player toured with Charlie Musslewhite, Big Walter Horton, Pinetop Perkins...that’s a great resume right there. In fact P.T. just reconnected with Musslewhite at the Bayfront Blues Festival. They hadn’t seen one another in about 35 years, so that was pretty cool telling stories from back in the day...I always wanted to ask Charlie if P.T. was telling the truth about Charlie hitting a pig and totaling his truck (laugh).

M: There’s a book to be written telling tales of the road. You have a favorite?

R: I remember Danny once eating some magic brownies (laugh). He doesn’t drink...he doesn’t do anything, but he likes food. Somebody offered him a plate of brownies, he says he ate one...I think he ate more than one. In the middle of a set I hear this weird jazz being played. I look behind me at him and he has this giant smile on his face. I leaned over and sug-gested he take a break. He said very hap-pily ‘Okay’ and off he went.

M: And your rhythm section?R: Bobby Lee Sellers on drums is a guy

who’s always in demand as a session drum-mer when he’s not gigging with us, and his vocals help make the blues sound we create over the top.

M: You like the ensemble.R: Love it. Nothing makes me crazier

than a three-piece band that lags because of the lead guitar. My all-time favorite three piece is the Bel Airs out of Columbia, Mis-souri. I’ve always liked the larger ensemble with the piano and harmonica, bands like Muddy Waters, Jimmie Rogers.

M: And Freddie King was who hooked you?

R: My whole childhood I was like the kid in The Wonder Years, I wasn’t born into the blues, whereas my brother who was seven years older was in the middle of the whole hippie-thing, and flower power. He was bringing home the Stones and Yardbirds, we lived on the south side of Chicago on 66th and Winchester. Then he discovered Muddy Waters lived and played right across the expressway, and Howlin’ Wolf was part of the live music scene. Then all of a sudden he and his buddies were going to all the clubs. That was the big hippie invasion of all the black clubs on the south side, and he started bringing all those records home.

M: But you were the youngster.R: I didn’t see anybody until I was 17

years old. And that was at the Kinetic Play-ground which was like Bill Graham used to be at the Fillmore, Aaron Russo who went on to become Linda Ronstadt’s manager...he had the Kinetic Playground club, and that was pretty much like the Fillmore, same deal...a blues act, the the Buddy Rich Orchestra, then the Who...something like that. Well, my first night Freddie King was opening for Jeff Beck, and Freddie stole the show. He had the Leon Russell Band back-ing him up, and he was out there with his red suit, red patten leather shoes, a guitar with a 200-foot cord, and he’s standing in the middle of 2000 hippies just ripping it up!

M: And that was it for you.R: Stopped playing rock n’ roll right

then and there. I wanted to be a blues

guy, and started really practicing and woodshedding. Then I went in the Navy (laugh)!

M: What?R: Yeah. I put the guitar away for 15 years.

M: I can’t believe that.R: Didn’t start playing again until I was

38. The last two years I was in the Navy I had a guitar, and I sat in on a jam ses-sion in St. Paul while I was on a training trip. I caught the bug again. I had a hippie girlfriend from Oshkosh who didn’t like my being in the military, so I got out for a couple years just to try it, fully intending to go back into the Navy.

M: But?R: I started getting some gigs. And

started getting fatter and fatter (laugh). Had a heart attack. Can you imagine the Navy didn’t want me back?

M: Whatever happened to the hippie girlfriend?

R: She’s a psychologist.

M: I checked your schedule, and you’re booked!

R: I’ve always been the kind of person who wants to see what’s on the other side of the hill. I joined the Navy (laugh) to get out of town, grow a beard, get a tattoo, and drink my way through all the ports around the world. I got home and was assigned to shore duty in Chicago, then got orders to Oshkosh. I remember asking my detailer what the hell the Navy was doing in Oshkosh? He told me I was going to train reservists. And this was the late 80’s, and the live music-thing was still going on, Blue Tail Fly was going on, Janet Planet was huge...there was still a great music scene in the Fox Valley. I got out of the Navy, and into the music, moved to Milwaukee and started going on the road. What can I say? I’m a gadfly. It’s terrible (laugh).

M: You still dig the greats?R: Absolutely. Still love Muddy Waters,

Buddy Guy, Junior Wells...my go-to album is Hoodoo Man. Contemporary artists I listen to anything Kim Wilson (of the Fabulous Thunderbirds) does, Barrelhouse Chuck, Billy Flynn. New bands I like the 44’s, Nick Moss out of Chicago, Rockin’ Johnny is cool, Doug Deming and the Jewel Tones.

M: Do you listen back to your own music?

R: At home I’ll record myself, listen to it, pick things out I don’t like and try to change them. That’s why I was happy with the Big Bull CD, it turned out like it sounds in my head on a good night.

M: Big Bull took something like two years to complete?

R: I already had a live CD out, “Live at the Red Rocket” which is a bootleg CD I’ll be putting out every year, but that’s mainly for fans who come see us. It’s mostly covers that I’d never include on a regular album. But, we ended up with these recordings, and Steve Hamilton produced and engi-neered Big Bull. Steve works with Jackson Browne, and does the Steel Bridge Songfest in Sturgeon Bay, he’s done a lot of work with Jim Liban and Short Stuff. Steve said he had some music of mine he had recorded from 2012 that I’d never heard, and then some more recent recordings, two songs of which from Red Rocket, and that’s the Big Bull album.

M: And the Chain O’ Lakes Blues Festival?

R: Get your tickets early. There’s a great bunch of bands, and it gets packed. We’re looking forward to playing the Indian Crossing Casino again!

REVEREND RAVEN at Chain O’ Lakes Blues FestThe Rev and his Chain O’ Smokin’ Altar Boys Deliver the Blues

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FOOD & DRINK // BREWMASTER

BY STEVE LONSWAY

As the Mile of Music 3 slowly fades, all who participated are left with many fond memories of another successful year. The Stone Arch Brew crew is also left with the deepest of gratitude for all the support our brand received during this epic event. And thanks to the band Ruben, we were also left with several 16 ounce cans of Farm Girl, a Saison brewed by Lift Bridge Brew-ing Company out of Stillwater, Minnesota. Unfortunately this beer isn’t yet avail-able in our market, but we thought the gesture itself was worth the story. Besides, The Twin Cities is only a short, beautiful drive away.

The Stone Arch team invited a few of our spouses into this tasting circle and their feedback on the beer was also recorded and used in these findings.

We poured the beers cold into standard pint glasses for all of us to enjoy. The hazy gold color reminded some of lemonade.

It was effervescent, and produced a nice thick, dense foam head which added to its appearance. As we brought this libation to our collective noses the following terms were used to describe the sweet aromas that were released; floral, lemony, pleasant citrus, fresh hay, yeasty, and orange peel which was an ingredient used in the brew-ing process. A sharp Belgian yeast scent was quite prominent and very enticing. All in all, quite pleasing and true to style.

The flavors discovered were abundant. Spicy with hints of clove, allspice, cinna-mon and orange all balanced very well with what is perceived as a light bodied malt profile. Its crisp invasion on the tongue left a bit of a chalky note that gives way to more orange peel and obvious Belgian yeast flavors that round out perfectly. The finish is very clean, candy-sweet and leaves a bit of acidity on the palate.

This beer would pair very nicely with a cold, crisp summer salad or a freshly grilled slab of Mahi Mahi. We see this

beer as a really good fit to any and all of summers activities from a relaxing paddle downstream to enjoyment around a crackling camp fire. Its 5.8% is nothing to shake a stick at either so as always, enjoy in moderation. When pairing this beer to music, pop in a disc of the band Ruben, set the volume at around 70% and enjoy the audio and flavor invasion, you won’t regret it!

Onto the Lift Bridge Brewery. Located about 25 minutes east of the Twin Cities this brewery and tap room is far away from the bustling city life we all know. With hours of visit primarily evenings and weekend days, a simple call ahead to their toll free number of (888) 430-2337 is rec-ommended. Quite often your visit will be met with a freshly tapped firkin of real ale pulled through a traditional beer engine, which in our eyes is as natural as it gets.

FINAL WORD: A great brew as the autumn sets in upon us.

For those who enjoyed our last article

showcasing Surlys Overrated, Stone Cellar Brewpub will be featuring a Surly Beer Dinner on October 1st. We will host this four course dinner paired with fine Surly beers at our event space located at 1101 S. Oneida St. Stone Cellar at Riverview Gardens. The event is by reservation only by calling (920) 997-3332. Cost is $45 per person. Prosit!

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FOOD & DRINK // THE WINE CAVE

Harvest of Grapes to GlassBY KIMBERLY FISHER

Fall is upon us and it is this season that starts the harvest of grapes to glass. Have you ever thought about the lifecycle of a vine or how long it takes to get grapes to make that wonderful transition from vine-yard to glass?

The physical structure of the vine as cultivated. It consists of a single trunk that connects its underground root system to the above ground structure of branches, shoots and leaves. The root system contin-ues to grow and spread throughout the life-time of the vine, and is capable of pulling water and nutrients from soil deep below the surface. The trunk thickens slowly with time, growing from a slender stick to a gnarled, tree-like pillar after many years.

In nature, grapes propagate by producing seeds. The skin and pulp of the grape are designed to protect the seed from damage and nourish it while it matures.

A newly planted vine will produce grapes during its first or second season, but the clusters are usually considered substandard. It is isn’t until its third year, which is sometimes called “third leaf,” that the vine begins to produce good fruit and it is common to say, that after six years, the grapevine develops to the point where its fruit is at its optimal quality level. It will then produce its best grapes for a decade or more.

The annual growth cycle of a vine is most successful in temperate climates. The cycle begins in the spring, once tem-peratures start to get up above 50 degrees F (10 degrees C). Tiny shoots emerge on the

branches which we call “bud break.” As the shoots begin to grow and strengthen, leaves begin to develop. Once the leaves appear, photosynthesis can begin and the plant can take in energy directly from the sun.

Flowering is the next phase and takes 40-80 days after bud break. Clusters of tiny flowers appear at intervals and for every flower that is fertilized, it will become a grape. The transition from flower to berry is called “berry set” or “fruit set.” As the berries start to mature in size over the next three months, a process called “veraison” takes place. It is most noticeable in red grapes which begin to take on color. White grapes also change in appearance, remaining green, but become translucent or golden.

Harvest takes place a month or two

after veraison. When the grapes are ripe in terms of sugar levels and physiological maturity which translates into tannin, color, and flavor, and aromas become fully formed in the grapes resulting in the wine.

Time from bud break to harvest is normally around 140-160 days but can be as short as 110 days or as long as 200 days.

We are at the point of harvest in many countries where the aromas of crushed grapes fill the air. What an incredible aroma and what a journey the grape and grapevine together take.

The end result is a delicious glass of red or white that fits your occasion or your budget.

Kimberly Fisher is Director of Fine Wine Sales for Badger Liquor & Spirits


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Featuring: Founder’s (Michigan)

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FINE ARTS // FOXY FINDS

Foxy FindsBY JEAN DETJEN, ARTFUL LIVING

Cheers to living artFULLY in the

heart of Wisconsin!Send your sugges-

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abstract expres-sions invite

the viewer to experience ten-

sions and anxieties of both the pulling back of gravity and the pushing forward of energetic progress. The emotional freedom and the exploding deliverance celebrates the exciting wonder-

ment of progress and future unfolding’s.

Amy Buchholtz (Magnuson) is currently represented in galleries throughout the Midwest

region. She acquired her Master’s of Fine Arts degree in painting and drawing from

the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, her Masters of Arts from University of Wisconsin,

Milwaukee, and her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from Minnesota State University,

Mankato.

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BY DOBIE MAXWELL

September is back to school month, and that makes memories come flooding back annually for those of us who did indeed attend an actual school. I am of a generation that did not yet know of the now all too frighteningly common concept of home schooling, so forgive me if I frown upon that idea without having personally experienced it. I think kids need to mingle with their peers.

Home life comes with its own unique set of politics and dysfunction, and mine happened to be off the charts. I was raised by my grandparents, which in my day was not nearly as common as it is today. It wasn’t common in my circle at all, as I was the only kid I knew who had it going on.

There’s an extra layer of difficulty in that situation on multiple levels. First, they were on to all the tricks my father and uncle pulled during their childhoods so that made them suspicious of me before I even did anything. They had seen it all before, and I was guilty until proven innocent.

Secondly, they were of the generation before the one of all the parents of kids my age, so they looked down on all the parents of my friends as inexperienced, naïve and ungrateful spoiled brats for not having lived through The Great Depression. That was their generation’s common bond.

I learned quickly that since they were forced to suffer their way through The Great Depression against their will, I would have to join them throughout my entire childhood and relive it all over again vicariously on a daily basis. They weren’t about to waste penny one on anything frivolous, kid friendly or fun, so I knew early I would be in for an uphill battle with nobody in my corner.

This is where my school lunch connec-tion kicks in. For whatever reason, Silver Spring School in Milwaukee did not have a school lunch program when it first opened. I think I was in fourth or fifth grade when they tore down the old school and built a new one, and we were all excited to be in a spanking new facility. It looked and

smelled new, but they still had some bugs to work out.

Until the cafeteria was finished, we all had to bring our lunch to school. This is where I learned all about social intercourse and status, as in who the cool kids were and who was destined for the unwanted ugly fate of perpetual mock-a-tude. I soon became the king of everything out of style.

Parents can be painfully unaware of styles and trends of their children, but grandparents are on a completely different planet. They have no clue what cool is, nor do they care. They think all of their gen-eration’s references are still fresh, and they make no effort whatsoever to get current.

From day one, I begged them for a lunch box. All the cool kids had lunch-boxes, and they were just as cool. For boys, the highly desirables included Batman, Spiderman, G.I. Joe, Scooby Doo, Dukes of Hazzard, Green Bay Packers and maybe Charlie Brown. Everything else was mocked.

For girls as I recall, it was Barbie, Rag-gedy Ann, Josie and the Pussycats and it was also fine to have a Scooby Doo or Charlie Brown. I didn’t pay much attention to the girls then, and they have long since returned that favor – but that’s another tale for another time. Back to lamenting lunch.

Grandma and Gramps wouldn’t hear of buying me a lunch box, as they said I didn’t need one. I guess nobody really needs one, but what’s wrong with being in the in-crowd for a change? I only wanted to be like the other kids, but they made it seem like I was asking to revoke my citizenship.

What really welds the pain and embar-rassment permanently into the deepest and most sensitive inner core fiber of my being is how they vehemently refused to purchase lunch bags. They could not comprehend why any sane human would part with perfectly good cash money for paper bags in which to haul a kid’s lunch to school. It was like the stock market was crashing all over again.

I figured out what the actual cost per bag was and it came out to a whopping three whole cents. If I didn’t know better I’d have thought I asked for a new Cadillac

and a bag of gold doubloons.“THREE CENTS A BAG?” Grandma

yelped. “We are NOT the J.P. Morgans.”I had no idea who she was talking

about. The only person I knew with that name was a panelist on The Gong Show.

“There is NO need to spend three cents each for a lunch bag. I’ll use the bags we get for free at the grocery store instead.”

Hey great! Now there’s a prudent solu-tion. Pay absolutely zero mind that those enormous bags are only about fifty to one hundred times bigger than any grade school kid would ever happen to need at any time except for maybe a young Andre The Giant. You saved three cents. Yahoo!

Just drop my little peanut butter sandwich in that bag, and I’ll wait for the echo. Then plop my tangerine in after that. And don’t forget my bag of plain, no name potato chips. God forbid I may enjoy some barbecue flavor chips or maybe even some snack with a brand name like Doritos or Fritos or Cheetos. Anything with an ‘itos’ on the end of it would have been a minor miracle.

Then, why don’t you take that gigantic paper bag and roll it over about six hundred times, and I’ll drag it to the playground like Christ carrying the cross? Then I’ll get to school and have to be mocked for the rest of my days. This was a fate I was not willing to accept so I pushed back. For the first time I ever remembered, Grandma and Gramps agreed to something I really wanted.

Unfortunately, grandparents live in their own world. They didn’t take time to ask what kind of a lunch box I might want. They went to a store of their own volition, and I would bet dollars to donuts it had the word “Mart” somewhere in the title. They probably had a coupon they clipped out of the newspaper, and I’m sure there was some kind of closeout “everything must go” sale.

There was no fanfare whatsoever, nor was there any gift wrap. They came home one day and my icy German grandmother personally presented me with what I had whined about for so long.

“You wanted a lunch box,” she said

matter of factly. “Well, here is your lunch box. It’s the last one you will ever get, so quit bothering us and live your life.”

I was overjoyed for all of about five seconds until the picture on the lunch box gave me a swift kick directly in the groin of my heart.

I am the only child I have ever met – and I’ve met a lot of children and former children in my day – that had to suffer through my formative years with a…and it still makes my snot curdle… Winnie the Pooh lunch box. I couldn’t have done any worse except for maybe if there had been a Hitler thermos. I knew I would hate it, but I also knew there was no turning back. This was it.

The kids at my school could not have been any more cruel. My new nickname was of course a combination of “Pooh,” “Mr. Pooh” and “Permanently Ostracized Leper.”

“You wanted a lunchbox.” Grandma said sternly. “And you’re going to use it every day.”

I’m surprised she didn’t make me take it to church and pack me a lunch for Sunday school too.

That lunch box was the source of torture for the rest of the school year. I remember taking it as soon as summer vacation came and bashing it with my Louisville Slugger baseball bat. After that I rode over it with my bike. Then I stomped on it with both feet. Then I threw it in the street and let the garbage truck run over it. When I was finally done, it was a twisted piece of useless metal.

That damn lunch box was only one of many torturous memories of my child-hood, and it comes back to haunt me every year around this time when I see the “Back to School” ads everywhere.

To make it worse, I peeked at Ebay to see what Winnie The Pooh lunch boxes were going for. I saw one for $275 and another for $325. In retrospect I guess I was home schooled after all.

Dobie Maxwell is a stand up comedian and writer from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. To see him on stage at his next hell-gig, visit dobiemaxwell.com

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BY TONY PALMERI

I’ve been following presidential elections closely since 1976 when I was a high school sophomore. As the first post-Watergate national election, the 1976 contest sparked our still intense infatu-ation with outsider candidates ready to clean up Washington. Affable peanut farmer and former Georgia Gove rno r J immy Car ter cu l t iva ted the outsider persona pe r f e c t l y aga in s t incumbent President Gerald Ford. Ford was a 13-term congress-

man, the only man ever to serve as Vice President and President without receiving any popular or Electoral College votes, and pardoned Richard Nixon; Ford was about as ‘insider’ as a candidate could get.

The outsider/insider dialectic has framed every presidential election since, especially in the primary and caucus season. Today, every Republican seeking the White House is running as a Washing-ton outsider, charged up to take on Hillary “the ultimate insider” Clinton. Even the Democratic challenger’s to the former first lady tout themselves as outsiders.

For most of the summer, the presiden-tial political scene has been dominated by two self-described outsiders: billionaire Donald Trump on the Republican side and Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders for the Democrats. In different ways, both cam-paigns have exposed the moral bankruptcy of the mainstream media.

The Donalds’ “Trump-a-palooza” campaign tour is like legendary American Idol contestant William Hung’s music: so awful that it actually becomes entertaining in its awfulness. Or for those old enough to remember the generous and kind kid Richie Rich comic book character, Trump is like what would happen if that kid grew

up and became a total asshole. Often he’s like an unfiltered Nixon, as in his conversa-tion with Maureen Dowd: The nice thing about Twitter, in the old days when I got attacked it would take me years to get even with somebody, now when I’m attacked I can do it instantaneously, and it has a lot of power. How’s that for a great role model for the youth of America?

Trump’s been in the mainstream media spotlight for a long time, but the fact that he can be taken seriously as a political candidate is unquestionably because of Fox News. His brand of highly personal-ized, black or white babbling, delivered in a slash and burn rhetorical style, generates great ratings for a news network that prides itself on being a platform for over-the-top wing nut characters. And that’s why Trump’s public spat with Fox after Megyn Kelly’s reasonable question to him about his history of misogyny and sexism was so amusing: without such a vulgar his-tory, would Trump even be in the media spotlight to begin with? Not surprisingly, Fox viewership largely sided with Trump in the spat.

Donald Trump is Fox’s Frankenstein. Yes, Fox has historically served as a forum for many monsters, but usually they’re content to go after single mothers, African-American teens, liberal Democrats, and undocumented immigrants. The Trumpen-stein monster on the other hand, appears poised to wreck the entire Republican establishment. Sure, it’s hilarious to watch Trumpenstein smack down Jeb Bush, Scott Walker, and others in the GOP’s motley candidate crew of empty suits, lame brains, and lightweights; but as Rolling Stone’s Matt Taibbi argues, the end result is that candidates have had to resort to increas-ingly bizarre tactics in order to win press attention. It’s not pretty, yet there’s not one network news anchor with the moral authority to call out the nonsense.

So what about the Democrats? When Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren declined to run, and with former Maryland governor Martin O’Malley failing to spark enthusiasm, it looked like Hillary Clinton might make it through the caucus and primary season unscathed except for the predictable GOP trolling about Benghazi,

emails, etc. But then...Enter Sandman. Bernie

Sanders, the 73-year-old Senator from Vermont who represents the democratic wing of the Democratic Party, and articu-lates a vision of an America of, by and for the people instead of the one-percent, met record crowds in city after city. Rocker Neil Young threatened to sue Trump for using “Rockin’ in the Free World” at rallies, but had no problem lending the tune to Bernie.

Actually, I’d like to see Sanders come to the stage with Metallica’s “Enter Sand-man” as his intro music. The song’s theme of childhood nightmares works well with Sander’s harsh wake up call for the 99 per-cent, many of whom accept our economic nightmare as normal.

The mainstream media response (or more accurately non-response) to Sanders is really a prime example of how bogus is the claim that there is some kind of liberal bias in political news coverage. If

500 people show up at a Tea Party rally, it’s treated as the birth of a new American revolution and often gets space on the network evening news. Sanders in contrast, can pack sports arenas with a message of redistributing wealth to Main Street instead of Wall Street, yet the events barely register a blip on the media radar.

Does this mean there’s a conservative bias in media? No. The bias is toward the corporate, which means the Trump-a-palooza clown show’s that drive ratings will get 24/7 attention.

I hope there’s a high school sophomore following the campaigns. In 40 years people will want to know what it was like to watch corporate media obsess over Fox’s Frankenstein, while the Sandman filled the stadiums.

Tony Palmeri ([email protected]) is a professor of communication studies at UW Oshkosh.

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NEWS & VIEWS // RIGHT WING NUT

BY BOB MEYER

As more support for educational vouch-ers gains ascendancy, the talking points against them become increasingly desperate.

The epitome of this trend might well have been expressed by a writer in his recent column in the Appleton Post-Crescent. His assertion is excerpted below.

“Voucher schools, also known as taxpayer-supported religious schools, aren’t about improving public education, they are about proselytizing. And once government finances religion, it won’t be long before it wants to control the religious message, ending the religious freedom we’ve enjoyed for over 200 years.”

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It sure sounds good, but when I read the whole column, it appeared to be more a critique of private education, than advocacy for religious liberty. If education is a public good, then that particular ‘public good’ is realized regardless of whether or not the learning takes place in the public milieu.

Some Christians may legitimately fear the regulation of their faith by the govern-ment should they accept vouchers. On the other hand, a greater number recognize the inherent unfairness of a taxation policy that makes them pay for government subsidized public education, even when they are already paying for alternatives. Vouchers could only help restore those funds, making alternative educational choices more affordable for citi-zens who aren’t wealthy. The accountability question is answered by the parents who voluntarily make educational choices.

If one sees the voucher as following the student, rather than being a direct subsidy from the government to a particular school, then the issue is really about parental choice, not government subsidy. That is why the writer’s assertion that ‘vouchers are tanta-mount to subsidizing religious education’ are bogus. Taken to it’s logical conclusion, should we argue that a government employ-ee’s contribution in the church offering plate is a really government subsidy of religion since the taxpayers pay the employee’s salary?

Many secularists will quickly point to Thomas Jefferson’s famous quotation taken from a private correspondence in 1801.

“...I contemplate with sovereign reverence that act of the whole American people which declared that their legislature should ‘make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof,’ thus building a wall of separation between Church & State.”

But the historical understanding of this metaphor has absolutely nothing to do with removing religious principles from public education.

Jefferson more clearly explains the mean-ing of his famous metaphor in this excerpt from his second inaugural message...

“In matters of religion I have considered that its free exercise is placed by the Constitu-tion independent of the powers of the General Government. I have therefore undertaken on no occasion to prescribe the religious exercises suited to it, but have left them, as the Consti-tution found them, under the direction and discipline of the church or state authorities acknowledged by the several religious societ-ies....”

Jefferson is talking about the application of federalism; distinguishing between the enumerated powers of the federal govern-ment and the broader latitude of state governments.

Article three of the Northwest Ordinance in 1787 clearly shows that the Founders had no intention to separate education from acknowledgment of God.

“Religion, morality, and knowledge, being necessary to good government and the happiness of mankind, schools and the means of educa-tion shall forever be encouraged...”

The late SCOTUS Chief Justice William Rehnquist, in his Wallace v. Jaffree (1985) dissent, clarified the historical abuse of the wall of separation metaphor.

“But the greatest injury of the “wall” notion is its mischievous diversion of judges from the actual intentions of the drafters of the Bill of Rights...no amount of repetition of historical errors in judicial opinions can make the errors true. The “wall of separation between church and State” is a metaphor based on bad history, a metaphor which has proved useless as a guide to judging. It should be frankly and explicitly abandoned.”

The great deception on the part of many people, is to define “religion” narrowly, as a belief in theism, rather than more broadly. If one were to read beyond the first definition of the word “religion” in a good dictionary,

they will come across a definition like this...“A cause, principle, or activity pursued

with zeal or conscientious devotion.”In that broad sense, all education is

fundamentally and inescapably a religious enterprise.

An attorney in San Antonio, Texas teaches a historical symposium on constitu-tional law. One question he asks early in the course is this: Who is more religious...?

A) Bill ClintonB) Bill GatesC) Billy GrahamD) Billy the KidThe answer, of course, is that this is a

trick question. The correct answer is E), all the above, since all persons listed have a cause, principle, or activity pursued with zeal or conscientious devotion.

The biggest fallacy accepted by the public is that public education is ideologi-cally neutral. The writer’s original claim of proselytizing is a classic example of the pot calling the kettle black. At least some humanists view the public education venue

as an indoctrination opportunity.(“The battle for humankind’s future

must be waged and won in the public school classroom by teachers who correctly perceive their role as the proselytizers of a new faith: A religion of humanity – utilizing a classroom instead of a pulpit to carry humanist values into wherever they teach. The classroom must and will become an arena of conflict between the old and the new – the rotting corpse of Christianity, together with its adjacent evils and misery, and the new faith of humanism.”)

Dunphy, John J., The Humanist, Jan. 1983, p. 26.

Dunphy clearly recognizes what most advocates of monolithic public education either fail to admit, or are inexcusably igno-rant of: The effort to extract Christianity from public education effectively replaces one “religion” with another, it doesn’t achieve neutrality.

Though there are many good reasons to support vouchers, the check against unde-sired indoctrination is first on my list.

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NEWS & VIEWS // ROHN’S RANTS

BY ROHN W. BISHOP

What the hell are we doing?The Republican Party currently has the

best slate of candidates to seek it’s nomina-tion since 1980!

We have conservative governors, con-servative senators, a business woman, a neurosurgeon, immigrant kids, small town kids, all of whom are true believers to the conservative cause. Yet it’s Donald Trump who’s leading the Republican Presidential polls? It’s Donald Trump who is receiving such love and adoration from Rush Lim-baugh, Sean Hannity, Breitbart News, and Ann Coulter?

I get that Rush Limbaugh needs lis-teners, Sean Hannity needs viewers, Ann Coulter, needs readers, Breitbart needs web hits; but all in for Trump?

I get it too that we’re ticked off and disillusioned with Washington. Since winning control of Congress in November the Republicans haven’t done diddly squat with their new found power. Obama Care survives, Iran is getting nukes, Israel is threatened, the border is wide open, the police are under assault, and Christianity is about to become the modern version of the KKK.

We conservatives look around and no one is defending us, no one is sticking up for what we believe. We watch in disbelief as Americans are more angered about some lion in Zimbabwe than they are about Planned Parenthood murdering babies and selling the body parts!

It’s like we’re living in the” Twilight Zone.” We look to our elected leaders, Republicans in Washington like Speaker John Boehner, or Senate Leader Mitch McConnell, and we get nothing.

You turn on the TV and there is a guy, finally yelling about the border and immi-gration crisis, and when some jerk liberal reporter questions him, he yells back, “Sit down, shut up, you’re all done! You’re a loser!”

It’s refreshing! We hunger for someone to express our beliefs, defend our beliefs, and to not put up with the main stream liberal news media and the politically cor-rect bullies. I, as a monthly contributor

to the Scene, really appreciate Trump’s unapologetic bluntness. Every month, The Scene receives calls and emails from the “PC” crowd calling on me to be fired, threats to boycott the paper or our adver-tisers. These intolerant folks then put on a Che Guevara t-shirt, climb in their Prius with a COEXIST bumper sticker on it, tune into Pubic Radio, and congratulate themselves on being so open to diversity. But I digress…

Trump is perceived as combative, always telling people off. And, he’s getting away with it! But we can do much better than Donald Trump.

Trump is no conservative! He supported Hillary Clinton for president in 2008, he’s donated to the Clinton Crime Family Foundation, repeatedly said George W. Bush was the worst president ever, opposed the Iraq War, has supported socialized health care, higher taxes, defends Planned Parenthood, uses Democrat talking points to slander Scott Walker, and gives Hillary a pass on her criminal behavior with her secret computer server.

Even with that kind of past, I’m told by “Trumpiters” that he’s the true conserva-tive, he’ll make America great again, and that Jeb Bush is the establishment’s squishy RINO.

Really? Rush Limbaugh went so far as to say on

the very highly rated “EIB Network” that, “The ideal, the perfect ticket, for the 2016 election: Hillary Clinton, Jeb Bush. Now, they can figure out who’s on top of the ticket on their own, but when you compare their positions, Hillary Clinton and Jeb Bush, on the key, important issues, they are two peas in the same pod.”

Really!?When Jeb Bush served as Florida’s Gov-

ernor he was the most conservative gover-nor in America. Bush cut taxes, balanced budgets, grew a state surplus, gave Florida Concealed-Carry, state wide school choice, and defunded Planned Parenthood. Bush was a national leader in education reform with high standards, defended Elian Gon-zalez, stood up for Terri Schiavo, despises Castro’s Cuba, and won the Hispanic vote. That RINO!

If you don’t like Bush look at Scott Walker, who as Wisconsin’s Governor turned a $3.6 billion deficit into a sur-plus, has cut income and property taxes, all while staring down the all out assault launched by public sector unions. Walker has also delivered on Concealed-Carry, defunding Planned Parenthood, and expanding school choice.

While Bush and Walker are the two most accomplished conservatives run-ning, some of the less conservative, but still effective Republican leaders running include, Ohio Governor John Kasich, who balanced the federal budget while serving in Congress, Carly Fiorina a successful businesswoman who ran Hewlett Packard, Chris Christie who governed a blue state, and Rick Perry who lead America’s stron-gest economy as Texas Governor.

We conservatives don’t have to settle for Donald Trump. Yes, he’s an entertain-

ing blowhard, much like Ted Cruz is, but we have the chance to select a conservative with a strong record of accomplishment, a conservative who’ll have a strong chance of winning in 2016.

Let’s not blow this by selecting a chau-vinist clown riding a tidal wave of discon-nect. Let’s select a true conservative who’s shown they can accomplish conservative reforms and lead!

Let’s select a conservative reformer with results. Let’s select Jeb Bush or Scott Walker.

Rohn W. Bishop is a monthly contributor to the Scene. Bishop, a former Waupun City Council member, and serves as Treasurer for the Republican Party of Fond du Lac County. Contact Rohn: [email protected] Twitter: @RohnWBishop

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Add some new life to your yard, garden and landscape this fall by incor-porating dramatic color, texture and more for an amazing autumn season.

Look beyond the standard fall staples like mums and kale and include a variety of different and unusual plants to add spice to your landscape.

Be sure to bring new life to fading summer containers by replacing spent annuals with flashy new fall bloomers.

Looking for something different this year? Here are some of my choices for amazing autumn all-stars in the land-scape.

TurtleheadWith their unusual, tubular blooms

in pink or white, these long lasting, late blooming perennials attract migrating hummingbirds and monarchs. They

prefer part sun and moist soil.

Little BluestemMy favorite of the native grasses, this

compact, colorful and elegant variety shimmers in pink, silver, blue and red, changing to a fiery orange and gold later in fall. Grows 2 feet tall by 2 feet wide forming a nice, compact clump.

Witch HazelOur latest blooming wildflower,

technically a shrub, witch hazel begins to bloom in mid October, lasting until early January, depending on temperature. Native witch hazel blooms in bright yellow, while garden varieties bloom in shades of red and orange.

Larches and TamaracksAn excellent tree for color and texture

in all seasons, tamaracks and larches are technically evergreens that shed their

needles each fall. Before they do so, however, the needles transform into a brilliant, fiery gold.

There are many varieties to choose from including weeping larches, conical forms and asymmetrical forms. There are even dwarf tamaracks and larches for large containers.

Autumn CrocusLook for autumn crocus bulbs on sale

after Labor Day. Plant the large bulbs with their necks at the surface and enjoy their spectacular blooms just a few weeks later. These bulbs naturalize easily in the garden, meaning more blooms year after year.

Hardy HibiscusOne of the most dramatic flowers for

the garden, blooms on hardy hibiscus plants may reach 10 inches across or more. Available in a variety of colors

including pink, white and shades of red.

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flashier cousin, cardinal flower, great blue lobelia is equally stunning in cobalt blue. Flowering spikes me a reach 3 to 4 feet in height and bloom begins in late August.

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ENTERTAINMENT // KAT REINHERT

Kat Reinhert“Sparks” a New Album

BY GEORGE HALAS

In addition to all the great original music being generated locally, Wisconsin is also in the business of exporting extraor-dinary talent to other parts of the country and the world.

A splendid example is singer-song-writer-composer Kat Reinert, whose new album, “Spark” was released on August 21st.

Growing up in Milton, Wisconsin, Reinhert – then Kat Berentsen – began her pursuit of her musical muse at Law-rence University, where she studied with Ken Shaphorst and voice teacher Patrice Michaels-Bedi.

“I loved Lawrence,” Reinhert said. “It was an amazing experience and it was invaluable to my growth as a musician. I found my voice.”

“I love Appleton. It’s such a beautiful place,” she continued. “I still keep in touch with the people from Lawrence.”

After two years at LU, she faced a dif-ficult decision.

“As a singer, I needed more technical education than Lawrence could provide at the time,” she said. “I had to leave this won-derful college and small town for a conser-vatory

in scary New York City.”She enrolled at the prestigious Manhat-

tan School of Music, where one of her classmates and friends was internationally-acclaimed jazz vocalist Jane Monheit. She earned a master’s degree in Jazz Pedagogy in 2007 at The University of Miami where she is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Music Education, specializing in Popular Music Education.

“Spark” is a very strong, consistent tour de force that contains 12 Reinhert originals and an engaging cover of Rush’s “Limelight.”

“I’m very proud of this album,” she said, “not only because of the content and the themes it explores, but also because of the music and the arrangements that the musicians helped to create and shape as we’ve played together for the last four years. This is the kind of album I’ve always wanted to make.”

“It’s my originals as I envisioned them,” Kat said. “We recorded in this old school studio where I’ve always wanted to record; they have Coltrane’s mike and a grand piano from Carnegie Hall. I hired a pro-ducer – pianist David Cook – I had not done that before. I also hired a publicist, because I want to be honest about what

I’m doing. This does not fit into jazz or any other genre – and that’s okay. It’s

me celebrating music and allowing the musicians to be who they are. I’m ful-filling the dream of a 19 year-old kid.”

The new CD is the culmination of “six or seven” years of her exploration of songwriting.

“Over that time, I concentrated on lyrics,” she said. “I want to write lyrics that not only help me but perhaps others who are dealing with things that they cannot talk about. When you go through the jazz vocal programs, at both the undergrad and grad level, there is no emphasis on songwriting. You study the great songs but they don’t tell you how they were written or how they were created.”

There were two years in between that she wasn’t living in New York.

“I used the time like a workshop,” Kat said “to get better at the things I wanted to get better at. I had something deep to say that I wasn’t finding in the standards.”

A growing trust of the players in the band led to a more team-oriented approach when it came to the arrangements.

“They trust you as a person and as a musician and I trust them,” she said, “and that enables me to bring in something that isn’t quite finished and ask ‘what do you think?’”

The title tune addresses the same values in a relationship, as she writes, “at last I trusted, at last I listened, at last I found

you were here for me.”Much of the lyrical

content deals with the kind of heartbreak and insight that comes after years of experience.

“Divorce does really interesting things to you, like any life-changing loss,” she said. “It’s an opportunity to look inside yourself and be honest.”

“Prison” includes the line, “you’ve got to kick the ball and chain of shame to the curb,”

while the opening cut, “Walk Into The Rain,” includes “we’ve said goodbye so I know that I’ve just got to walk into the rain…so that we can be free to love.”

Reinhert is at perhaps her deepest and most reflective on “Without A Fight,” where she speaks of “sitting naked in your living room and you pray for the courage to move.”

“I was very angry when I wrote that song, so it was actually pretty easy to write,” she said. “It is awesome as a song-writer to have a song that has double and triple meanings for people.”

There is plenty of positive, upbeat emotion available in songs like “My Arms,” “Little Compartments,” and “Naked,” an interesting exercise in self-exploration of the “palladium mystery” of her “secret disguise” and her request for “silk sheets, if you please.”

An off-the-cuff suggestion and a Ted Talk by Elizabeth Gilbert led her to cover Rush’s Limelight.”

“It deals with what you do after you succeed or fail. You go back to work,” she said. “You do not compete with your suc-cess or failure.”

The album features outstanding play-ing – Reinhert gives her band plenty of room to stretch out, develop themes and have fun – from Cook on piano/keyboards, guitarist Perry Smith, bassist Sam Minale and drummer Ross Pederson. Cellist Jody Redhage adds just the right touch on “Prison” and “Paper Bag.”

The entire ensemble seems to be on the same page with the mantra that is promi-nently featured on Reinhert’s refrigerator: “I will dare greatly to create a life that’s filled with love, gratitude and music so that I can help others to find their voices with the gifts that I share.”

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BY GEORGE HALAS

From its humble beginnings, The Inquisition strives to discover and reveal the hidden gems in the music and art of The Fox Cities. One of the most impor-tant revelations was simply the enormous quantity and quality of original music of all types emanating from artists and bands based from Fond du Lac to Green Bay.

The Inquisition leads by example, of course, and, with trademark humility, refuses to accept credit for anything other than a minor role in the growing mega-trend generating momentum towards turning all of Northeast Wisconsin into a music and arts “destination.”

One need look no further than the impressive success of Mile of Music and the growing emphasis on original music included on the playlists at 91.1 The Avenue, just two of a rapidly-developing number of examples.

Marc Golde, a musician-composer-arranger-producer and owner of Rock Garden Studios, has not only been in an excellent position to observe the growth of local original music, he’s played a key role in its development. It’s something about which he is very passionate.

Golde left a management job in 2002 to start Rock Garden.

“It was just a dream I had of having a great studio and producing awesome records,” he said. “I found a way to get it done.”

Rock Garden achieved the goals of a five-year success plan in three and has been expanding ever since. While it is one of the favorite studios for musicians, a significant portion of the business is corporate video.

“In 2002, there were not as many (local) gigs. There were only two festivals, Cel-ebrate and Octoberfest. You had to travel. Now there is a festival in every town,” he said. “There have always been great artists and great bands, but the opportunities to see and hear them were fewer and farther between.”

As the local music scene expanded, Golde’s passion turned into a mission.

“I want to make the Fox Valley undeni-

ably important in the national scene,” he said, “and I’d like to see some local artists break out of the Fox Valley. I want to play a part in those artists gaining much larger national exposure.”

While the Mile of Music has been one of the catalysts, the major impetus for the growth of local original music is the musi-cians themselves.

“There have been enough artists who have stuck to their guns and done their own thing,” he noted, “that the gates had to open.”

While the music is local, the reasons that many musicians and bands fail are global in nature.

“You have to have something unique to offer,” Golde said. “Many artists make the mistake of following trends or think-ing that there is a ‘Nashville formula,’ but the key is to be themselves. Many of the artists creating original music are not good at promoting themselves, nor do they have agents and management to shop their records. They are not looking at it as a business and at themselves as entertainers. Art and commerce are like oil and water. The music is yours to do whatever you want with, as long as you sell it.”

Golde says you cannot be introverted.

“You have to deliver your songs and the band to the audience,” he continued. “The music can be heartfelt art, but you still have to see it as ‘product.’ If you want to make money, you have to deliver.”

Whi l e the Fox Valley does not have the industry infrastruc-ture of Chicago, New York, L.A., Nashville and other major cities, Golde points out that “Corey Chisel has shown people in this

area that you can do bigger and better.”Golde is not just a dreamer, he has

plans.“I’d like to see an organization and an

outlet that offers artists hope,” he said, “and that can happen on the business side. We need to build some bridges to larger companies like record labels and radio sta-tions that can help the artists gain greater exposure. I’ve been waiting for 20 years for someone else to do this, but I believe I have to get involved in connecting the artists with these companies.”

Golde is thinking, hoping and dream-ing big.

“I’d like the Fox Valley to be like Motown in the ‘60’s or Seattle in the ‘90’s,” he said. “I’d like to make it so undeniably cool that it has to be recognized nationally and internationally. We have the talent but we need to start developing it earlier. It takes time to grow, but we are already starting to see it happen. I’m very excited for the next 10 years, things are going to get really good around here…and you can put money on that.”

One of the more intimate venues

that has been a strong supporter of local music and musicians is The St. James Lounge in the Town of Menasha, more commonly referred to as “Michelle’s.” Among the many outstanding artists who have appeared at the St. James are Janet Planet, John Harmon, Antonio Wigley, Jim Rosetti, Erin Krebs and Jeff Johnston, KWT and The Bob Levy Little Big Band.

The bad news is that the current loca-tion is being torn down; the great news is that owner-manager-bartender Michelle Kersten is moving to a somewhat larger location just 500 feet or so north. While the new location will retain the same, com-fortable but classy intimacy and ambience, the stage will be larger and the room will feature a better acoustic set-up and design.

Kersten plans to stay open in the cur-rent location until September 12th and expects to open in the new location on Tuesday, September 29th with a Grand Opening Celebration slated for early Octo-ber with some very special musical guests. The current hours, Tuesday-Friday, 4:00 p.m.to close and Saturday, 5:00 p.m. until close, will remain the same.

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BY BLAINE SCHULTZ

His resume includes Encyclopedia Walking – Pop Culture & the Alchemy of Rock ‘n’ Roll, a book that collects his writings from the weekly San Diego Reader, Ugly Things magazine, The San Diego Troubadour, and his own blog site.

Kanis is or has been a recording artist

(All American Mongrel Boy – a collection that veers from Beatle-esque to the DIY of “Where is Joe Strummer When you Need Him?”), collaborator, tour manager, radio deejay and producer (State Controlled Radio) and Grammy nominated video archivist (The American Folk Blues Festival 1962-1966 Volume One). While that may seem like a long list, the shorthand version is that Kanis is a wonderful chronicler of the human condition.

In the mid-eighties he met the man who would become something of his mentor. Paul Williams founded Crawdaddy! maga-zine in 1966 and it is recognized as the first publication to take rock and roll music and its culture seriously. Williams was ground zero, writing thoughtfully about Bob Dylan and the Beach Boys’ masterpiece LP “Smile,” while most other publications

focused on teen heartthrobs. Williams also served as literary executor for Science Fic-tion writer Philip K. Dick.

Kanis met Williams on the eve of a Bob Dylan tour, trading tickets for California shows. And it is Williams’ compassionate searching that often surfaces in Kanis’s articles. Williams died in 2013.

The centerpiece of the Encyclopedia Walking is Check Your Ego at the Door: Transformation and Rejuvenation at Steel Bridge Song Fest, Kanis’ journal recount-ing the 2013 songwriting workshop held annually in Sturgeon Bay. He takes the reader through a cross-country journey into the process of blind-date songwriting collaborations, insane logistics, and sunrise jam sessions. Ultimately, he leaves with a handful of co-written songs, and friend-ships that he continues to nurture.

While many of his articles delve into worthwhile analysis from Big Star to the Monkee’s movie Head, to an obscure 1973 New York public television series called SOUL!, the Steel Bridge chronicle serves as a bookend to the chapter titled 1992, where Kanis stands on the edge of his feather and dives in. He transforms his life; trial by fire as a vagabond musician traveling Europe, and then returning to the states to serve as Peter Case’s guerilla tour manager (and sometimes opening act).

His depictions of challenges, stress and the payoff off realizing he made the correct choice is a lesson many young people may find valuable.

Kanis ends with “I didn’t know what the future held or if I even had a future.” Just check his vast reservoir of work and decide for yourself.

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WHAT: Los Lonely BoysWHERE: Thrasher Opera House, Green Lake WIWHEN: Thurs., October 1, 2015 7:30pmCOST: $44INFO: www.thrasheroperahouse.comwww.thrasheroperahouse.com/

Dynamic rock/brown-eyed soul/blues band Los Lonely Boys is made up of the brothers Garza: Henry (guitar/vocals), Jojo (bass/vocals), and Ringo (drums/vocals). The band describes their sound as “Texican Rock ‘n’ Roll.” They are best known for their #1, Grammy-winning hit, “Heaven.” Originally from San Angelo, Texas, their music is deeply rooted in family ties. Their father, Ringo Garza, Sr., also played in a sibling band, The Falcones. Ringo, Sr. then went solo and brought along his sons as backing members.

The boys left the nest to form their own group and recorded their self-titled debut album at Willie Nelson’s Pedernales studio in Austin in 2004, on which Willie played. Los Lonely Boys was first released on the small Or Music label, but Epic Records picked it up in 2004. The popularity of the group skyrocketed and their single, “Heaven,” went to #1 on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary chart and won a Grammy in 2005 by a Duo or Group with Vocal for Best Pop Performance. Los Lonely Boys ended up going double platinum.

Los Lonely Boys’ latest release, Revela-tion (2014) came out a little less than a year after Henry Garza was seriously injured from a fall from a stage. After a long recu-peration period, he is thankfully back to playing music.

The band strives to put out music that unites listeners. “We want to make music that brings people together, not music that divides people,” Jojo states. “We’re

all about having a good time, but we also make an effort to write about things that really matter.”

I must confess that I am a huge fan of Los Lonely Boys. This powerhouse trium-virate with its rich, effortless harmonies is a pleasure to listen to.

I caught up with Jojo Garza when he was in California recently.

Jane Spietz: You refer to your musical style as “Texican Rock ‘n’ Roll.”

Jojo Garza: Music has been a major

part of our lives forever and so we were exposed to many different artists, styles, genres, instruments and many other things music related. Because of this we were able to learn that the art of music wasn’t some-thing we could make new, but rather that we could create something new with what already existed from the art of music. Basi-cally what I mean is we learned from the teachers and musicians before us. First our father. He was the biggest influence. Songs

he wrote along with his personal favorites were what we were fed. Then we started to do our own searching musically and found many other influences along the way. All those ideas, and melodies and rhythms and sounds and artists are the base or platform of what we build musically. There’s nothing new about music. I guess you could say the hammer, nails and building materials were already here...it’s what we do with those things that make what we build ours. We call it Texican rock n roll because they

asked us to define ourselves as a genre...we said, well if there isn’t a genre called “Music” then we will just make up our own.

JS: It sounds as though your father, Ringo Garza, Sr., impacted the band greatly from early on. Did you perform with him?

JG: He’s the biggest influence. Our father is the original Lonely Boy. He had his dreams and aspirations as to what we

would become. The first Mexican Ameri-can family country band. That’s where we got all our practice.

JS: Where did the inspiration for your #1 single, “Heaven,” come from?

JG: The inspiration came from per-sonal life experiences. Henry came up with the idea from what was at first a prayer. If you listen to the lyrics, you can understand where the inspiration comes from. The idea that we all have faith and hope, believ-ing there’s a better place with better days,

every day. JS: Los Lonely Boys won a

Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal for “Heaven” in 2005. What did that mean for the band?

JG: First it was unbelievable, and then we remembered that our band name was the one they called out. Ha ha! We really never played for the idea of win-ning anything, but it’s such a great honor and it means a lot to us to be noticed by many others for what we always loved to do.

JS: Having your debut album, Los Lonely Boys, go double platinum was quite an accomplishment.

JG: When we started selling our album, it was obvious that the music did all the talking. It sold itself and began to grab the attention of many show goers. I guess word got around and we were approached by some cats from Epic Records. The idea of selling millions of records was

not something we even knew about. When they gave us our platinum records we asked, ‘where’s the gold ones?’ They said, ‘these are way better than those.’ We were pretty surprised and it was another great moment.

JS: Talk about your collaboration with Carlos Santana.

JG: Working with Carlos was a dream come true for all of us. What he gave to

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JS: Los Lonely Boys covered John Len-non’s “Whatever Gets You Through the Night” at Amnesty International’s Make Some Noise Project in 2007. Interestingly, that song was Lennon’s only U.S. #1 single while he was alive.

JG: It was great being a part of it all. We wanted to record “Imagine,” but so did everybody, ha! So we came to the decision to record that tune and it came out pretty cool.

JS: Your 2009 EP, 1969 , cel-ebrated some of the great music from that year. What thoughts went into the selection of the songs you covered for that?

JG: Those were just a few songs we chose to put out as some of our favorites. We were paying homage to the 40 year anniversary of music from that era.

JS: In 2011, Los Lonely Boys released Rockpango, which in Spanglish means “rock party.” Describe how the

music of Rockpango is representative of a “rock party.”

JG: All our albums are like that really. We always try to give something to the people that flows. If you listen to music at a party, the music tries to please everyone

with different styles and genres and so on. Not being big fans of limiting ourselves to styles or musical solidification, we always try to put something out that can keep you listening to the same band without notic-ing. That’s the idea behind the title.

JS: You followed a new creative path on your latest album, Revelation (2014). Describe the musical stylings you explored for this.

JG: Revelation is an updated version of how we approach our albums. Work-ing with different artists and writers and producers, combined with what we do was an idea we all liked. There is an evident progression you can not only hear but feel. We’ve never been big fans of studio albums, we are a live band, but we really feel we captured something familiar but fresh. Something old but new. A true expression of being part of the change of something that already exists. A musical shift, or Rev-elation, if you will.

JS: I am incredibly excited that Los Lonely Boys will be performing at the his-toric Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake WI on October 1st.

JG: Everyone can expect a good time! Plain and simple. People can expect to see a band...that plays real instruments. We also sing and play every note heard. It’s all organic. You can feed your musical hunger with processed and overproduced so- called music, or you can come get some of the good stuff at a Los Lonely Boys concert.

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“It’s just doing the right thing...not taking the easy way.”

That’s a succinct description of The Cowboy Way delivered by Doug Green, better known as Ranger Doug, “the idol of American youth” whose serene baritone and acoustic guitar lead family-friendly, comedic Western music band Riders In The Sky, who are set to play Waupun’s historic City Hall at 201 E. Main St. 7 PM, Friday October 9.

Not many groups, much less ones so long-lived and renowned as the Riders, promote an ethical

code to inspire their young fans. Seeing a band with such an investment in their passion should be a draw for some already.

That code also slyly acknowledges the straight-shooting behavior of that nearly lost genre of movie, and singing star Riders and other acts who recall the time when “a Western” was once a common addition to country music’s description: the singing cowboy.

“We all grew up in the ‘50s when cowboys were still on TV. That’s part of it,” Green says of some of the inspiration for the combo he assembled with fiddler Paul “Woody Paul” Chrisman, generously

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mustached upright bass player and wearer of cactus neckties (or cac-ties,” get it?) Fred “Too Slim”LaBour, and accordion master Joey “The Cowpolka King” Miskulin.

Alongside Western dramas like Gun-smoke, Bonanza and Have Gun-Will Travel, TV stations’ schedules in the Eisenhower

era were apt to fill weekend afternoons with movies starring upright, guitar-strumming adventurers of the open plains including Gene Autry, Rex Allen and the man to whom the Riders pay tribute on their latest album, Roy Rogers.

Western movies, and serenading heroes in them haven’t been in vogue for quite a while, but that hasn’t deterred the Riders’ ongoing popularity and objectives.

“Our mission is twofold,” Green explains in the same sort of cucumber cool, beatific tone he possesses when he’s in character, “One, to entertain, to make

people happy. Two, to preserve this beauti-ful style of music.” He avers that what they do, many never get into commercial radio rotation, but neither are Florida-Georgia Line nor Dan Shay apt to ever perform harmonies so sweet as Green and his cohorts.

Niche entity though they may be, the

guys’ profile has remained pretty high for much of their 36 years together. It has secured them, among other things, several years of Riders Radio Theater on public radio stations, an early ‘90s live action Saturday morning kids show on CBS, frequent appearances on WSM-AM ‘s famed Grand Ole Opry in their home base of Nashville, and arguably their most enduring insinuation into pop culture, as a presence in Disney productions.

“That really had nothing to do with us,” Green explains of his group’s initial association with the House Of Mouse in

Pixar’s Toy Story 2. “One of the producers happened to be a fan,” and hooked them up with songs Randy Newman wrote for the CGI blockbuster.

“We have a good relationship with Disney,” Green says, and it’s landed him and his mates in cell animation TV produc-tions like Darkwing Duck and pre-schooler

favorite Stanley. Lest anyone

think the Riders a r e p l a y i n g strictly to the a n k l e - b i t e r se t , the fun they’re having is steeped in deeper matters. In fact, Green could have been the next Studs Terkel.

“I had a job in oral history,” Green says of his work before donning his ranger hat. That gig led him to a festival of Western swing music, a genre in which he remains

involved by way of his side band, The Time Jumpers. Hearing famed cowboy harmo-nizers The Sons Of The Pioneers (of which Rogers was once a member) at the fest led to memories of his childhood in front of the cathode ray tube watching his Western heroes.

And then...“I tried to get some guys together for

what would become Riders In The Sky,” Green said “and when we found the right ones...initially just Woody and Slim, it was magic from there on.”

But can magic going on four decades stay fresh? The good ranger insists that’s the case.

“Being creative every night with three other really creative guys,” Greed said “remains an incentive to stay on stage for over 175 dates a year. But so does the kick of throwing each other off their game. We like to crack each other up.”

There’s no conflict between being a hoot and keeping an artistic tradition alive.

“The music still hasn’t lost its magic.”Green likes the reception they get for

it in Midwestern cities like Waupun, too. “People up there have this wonder-

ful sense of humor,” Green said “and enjoy having fun and laughing. Out East,

it’s like folklore, you have to explain. In the Midwest, it’s entertainment, and people still have a huge appreciation of acoustic music.”

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BY GEORGE HALAS

The first ever Latino Fest Celebration in Appleton will be held on Sunday, Sep-tember 13th, from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Pierce Park, 1035 West Prospect. Admis-sion is free and the event will go on rain or shine.

The event helps kick off National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) and is designed to help recognize the contributions made and the important presence of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States as well as celebrating the heritage and culture.

Hispanic Heritage Month was created in 1968 and is a salute to the anniver-sary of the independence of Guatemala,

Honduras, Nicaragua, El Salvador and Costa Rica; Mexico, Belize and Chile also celebrate independence days during the month.

While some of the activities will have an educational aspect, there will be music, dancing, games, food, a jalapeno-eating contest and a children’s area.

The music/dance lineup is strong, headed by highly-regarded Salsa Manzana and mariachi singer Jose Luis Vargas as well as DJ spins from Henry Garza, who will also serve as master of ceremonies. The dance lineup is also excellent with the Aztec Dancers and Zumba with Jackie Brown.

Salsa Manzana features some of the finest musicians in the area including Jose Encarnacion, Noah Harmon, Andy Mertens, John Daniel, Vicki Daniel, Julio Reyes, Mark Te Tai, Matt Granatella, Marisol Encarnacion, Andy Plank, Tom

Vanden Avond and Carlos Mendez.“Salsa Manzana’s music is not only the

heartbeat of Latin America, it is full of joy and you hear it all over the world,” said Appleton-based jazz vocalist Gwen Carr. “Their rapport with each other creates an energy that truly engages the crowd. People don’t just sit and listen, they dance. When they dance, the band gets even better.”

She added, “They are just plain, flat out, pedal to the metal fun.”

“The Latino Fest Celebration is some-thing that is long overdue in Appleton,” said Carlos Mendez. “We are very excited about playing. We are very lucky to live in an area where there are so many festivals around like Waterfest, Neenah Concert series, Mile of Music and so many other

great venues for summer fun for every-one to enjoy. The Fox Valley is, without a doubt, growing and expanding and bringing more cultural events . We live in a beautiful community and is still a fun place to raise a family.”

While the emphasis is on fun and edu-cation, there are higher purposes in play as well. A merger of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce with Casa Hispana, Inc. will create synergies that result in even greater benefits to the community.

Casa Hispana is an organization that provides scholarships to Hispanic students seeking higher education. The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is a multi-faceted entity that engages in advocacy and serves as a referral agency for the unemployed and underserved as well as running job training programs in conjunctin with Fox Valley Technical College. They also assist new arrivals and others who are unfamiliar with

“the system.”“The merger

of Casa Hispana with Hispanic C h a m b e r o f Commerce will g ive us more i n f r a s t r u c tu re and greater vis-ib i l i ty in the community,” said Ernesto Gonza-lez, who is the president of the board of directors at Casa Hispana as well as the assistant to the associate director of the Chamber. “The cooperative action created by the merger will enable us to provide more scholarships and education.”

There will be fund-raising activities and other opportunities to contribute.

Latino Fest Celebration Debuts

Here is our line up Front Row left to Right Vicky Daniel ,Julio Reyes, Carlos Mendez, Mark Te Tai,Marisol Encarnacion , Jose Encarnacion Back Row

Left to Right John Daniel , Andy Mertens, Andy Plank Noah Harmon, Tom Vanden Avond Matt Granatella

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CALENDAR // LIVE MUSIC

September 1REVEREND RAVENPULLMAN’S Appleton 6PM

September 3VIC FERRARICENTRAL WISCONSIN STATE FAIRMARSHFIELDJOHNNY WAD KROLLS WESTGREEN BAY 2:30PMMIXTAPEMILLER LITE GATE-LAM-BEAU FIELDGREEN BAY 2PMCOOKEE & DENNIS PROVISORSHEBOYGAN COUNTY FAIRSHEBOYGAN 6PMCONSULT THE BRIEFCASESHEBOYGAN COUNTY FAIR- LEINIE LODGEPLYMOUTH 7PMHAPPY HOUR HEROES THE BAR IN LYNNDALE APPLETON 7PMWAYNE NEUMANNWORLD OF BEERAPPLETON 9PM

September 4BIG AND TALLANDUZZISHOWARD 7PMBRIAN JAMESANDUZZIS- EASTGREEN BAY 7PMDAN TULSADOCKSIDE TAVERNOSHKOSH 6PMCOOKEE...TIMELESS MUSICGIBRALTAR GRILLFISH CREEK 7:30PMBOXKARMENOMINEE CASINOKESHENA 8PM

September 5THE BOMBBOB AND JONIS NORTH-

ERN LIGHTS WHITE LAKE 9:30PMBAD HABITZCALUMET COUNTY FAIRCHILTON 4PMROOFTOP JUMPERSCLEARWATER HARBORWAUPACA 9:30PMVIC FERRARICRANDON INT’L OF-FROAD SPEEDWAYCRANDON 8:30PMTAYLOR JAY DOCKSIDE TAVERN OSHKOSH 6PMCHAD DEMEUSE DUO EDGE OF DELLS RESORT WISCONSIN DELLS 10PMTHE COUGARS FARMER GENES CAMP-GROUND MARION 9PMSTAR SIXTY NINE GAMEDAY SPORTS BAR APPLETON 8PMBRUCE KOESTNER HEIDEL HOUSE GREEN LAKE 7PMBOXKAR MENOMINEE CASINO KESHENA 8PMCONSULT THE BRIEFCASE MILWAUKEE RALLY-HARLEY DAVIDSON MILWAUKEE 4:45PMRABID AARDVARKS MOLE LAKE CASINO CRANDON 9PMTHE PRESIDENTS PACK EM INN CRANDON 8PMR P M RED GRANITE VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK RED GRANITE 6:00PMHYDE SARDINE CAN GREEN BAY 9PMHALF EMPTY SKINNY DAVE’S MOUNTAIN 9:30PM

UNITY THE BAND STONE HARBOR STURGEON BAY 3PMDAN TULSA DUO TEDS GRANDVIEW FREMONT 1PM

September 6GRAND UNION BARZOS FREMONT 8:00PMROAD TRIP CALUMET COUNTY FAIR CHILTON 8:30PMVIC FERRARI CALUMET COUNTY FAIR CHILTON 4PMR2 CLEARWATER HARBOR WAUPACA 3PMCONSULT THE BRIEFCASE CLEARWATER HARBOR WAUPACA 9:30PMHAPPY HOUR HEROES DOCKSIDE TAVERN OSHKOSH 6PMR P M FIN AND FEATHER WINNECONNE 6PMROOFTOP JUMPERS FOX HARBOR PUB & GRILL GREEN BAY 6PMNASHVILLE PIPELINE GAMEDAY SPORTS BAR APPLETON 8PMCOOKEE...TIMELESS MUSIC GIBRALTAR GRILL FISH CREEK 12PMBOXKAR MENOMINEE CASINO KESHENA 8PMTHE COUGARS SAND BOX GREEN BAY 6PMJOHNNY WAD SHAWANO COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS SHAWANO 8PMJERRY & NORA DUO SHEBOYGAN COUNTY FAIR

SHEBOYGAN 6:30PMSTAR SIXTY NINE VILLAGE PARK BIG FALLS 7PMRED CLOVER VILLAGE PARK BIG FALLS 1:30PM

September 7TRAVIS LEE DUOGAMEDAY SPORTS BARAPPLETON 4PMBEAKER STREETLABOR FESTIVALNEENAH 2PMVIC FERRARISHEBOYGAN COUNTY FAIRSHEBOYGAN 1:00 AMMIXTAPETEDS GRANDVIEWFREMONT 1PM

September 9DIAMOND AND STEELSARDINE CANGREEN BAY 5:30PM

September 10HAPPY HOUR HEROESPLANK ROAD PUBDE PERE 6PMJIM COUNTERWORLD OF BEERAPPLETON 9PM

September 11BRIAN JAMESANDUZZISHOWARD 7PMSTAGE HOGGS ACOUSTICANDUZZIS- EASTGREEN BAY 7PMHITSCIMARRONMENASHA 9PMVIC FERRARIKPAL OKTOBERFESTSHEBOYGAN FALLS 8:30PMSPINNORTHSTAR CASINOBOWLER 8PMSONIC CIRCUSSARDINE CANGREEN BAY 9PM6 FIGURESSEAFOOD FESTMENASHA 4:15PMR P MSEAFOOD FESTMENASHA 7PMCONSULT THE BRIEFCASEST. GREGORY CHURCHMILWAUKEE 8PM

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LIVE MUSIC CALENDAR


CALENDAR // LIVE MUSIC

September 12ADAMS WAY10TH FRAMEAPPLETON 9PMFIGURESBOOM BAY BAR & GRILLLARSEN 6PMWILDSIDECHESTERSAPPLETON 9PMFOLLOW SUITFountain TavernOSHKOSH 6PMBILL STEINERTHEIDEL HOUSEGREEN LAKE 7PMSPINNORTHSTAR CASINOBOWLER 8PMTHE COUGARSRIVER ISLAND GOLF COURSEOCONTO FALLS 7PMDAPHNISARDINE CANGREEN BAY 9PMBOOGIE & YO YO’ZSEAFOOD FESTMENASHA 7PMREPLICASILVER SPRINGS CAMP-GROUNDRIO 8:30PMCRANKIN YANKEESSLUGGERSAPPLETON 9:30PMVIC FERRARIST. MARY’SGREENVILLEBAD HABITZSTARLITE CLUBKAUKAUNA 8PMJOHNNY WADTIMELINE SALOONBONDUEL 4:30PMDIAMOND AND STEELTRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOLGREEN BAY 5PMJAKE WARNEWORLD OF BEERAPPLETON 9PM

September 13THE COUGARSSHOOTS BARSUAMICO 3PMREVEREND RAVENSMILING MOOSENEW HOLSTEIN 4PM

September 16

CONSULT THE BRIEFCASESARDINE CANGREEN BAY 5:30PM

September 17MIXTAPEPLANK ROAD PUBDE PERE 6PM

September 18HITSAL RINGLING THEATERBARABOO 7AMTED EGGEANDUZZISHOWARD 7PMDOUBLE DOWNANDUZZIS- EASTGREEN BAY 7PMCONSULT THE BRIEFCASEBONNIE AND CLYDES CAMP-GROUNDHARSHAW 1PMDAN TULSA TRIOEDGE OF DELLS RESORTWISCONSIN DELLS 8PMTONY ROCKERISLE CASINOWATERLOO IA 9PMCONSULT THE BRIEFCASEPIKS PUBTOMAHAWK 8PMGRAND UNIONROCKY AND TARAS NUT-HOUSEKAUKAUNA 9PMRABID AARDVARKSTOMAHAWK FALL RIDE- COCKTAILS BAR & GRILLTOMAHAWK 7PMSTAGE HOGGS ACOUSTICWORLD OF BEERAPPLETON 9PM

September 19HYDECAPITOL CENTREAPPLETON 9PMJOHNNY WADCAPTAINS COVEGRESHAM 7PMCONSULT THE BRIEFCASECHAMBERS HILL BAR AND GRILLSUAMICO 8PMTHE BOMBCity InnBERLIN 9:30PMSPITFIRE RODEODAISYS WESTERN SALOONOSHKOSH 9PMFIGURESEDGE OF DELLS RESORT

WISCONSIN DELLS 10PMWILDSIDEHEADLINERSNEENAH 9:30PMFRAN STEENOHEIDEL HOUSEGREEN LAKE 7PMTHE COUGARSIRON BUFFALO BAR 12PMTONY ROCKERISLE CASINOWATERLOO IA 9PMR2JET AIR HANGER- AUSTIN STRAUBELGREEN BAY 4PMASK YOUR MOTHERKOUNTRY BARAPPLETON 9:30PMHALF EMPTYLEAP INNFREEDOM 10PMCOOKEE...TIMELESS MUSICMACKINAWSGREEN BAY 7:30PMTHE PRESIDENTSMOLE LAKE CASINOCRANDON 9PMSONIC CIRCUSOSHKOSH LANESOSHKOSH 9PMBOURBON COWBOYSPLANK ROAD PUBDE PERE 8:30PMCRANKIN YANKEESSARDINE CANGREEN BAY 9PMDAPHNISLUGGERSAPPLETON 9:30PMBIG MOUTHST. NORBERT COLLEGEDE PERE 10AMBOOGIE & THE YO-YOZST. NORBERT COLLEGEDE PERE 12:30PMRED CLOVERST. NORBERT COLLEGEDE PERE 3PMSOMETHING OLD SOMETHING NEWST. NORBERT COLLEGEDE PERE 12PMBAD HABITZ THE SHACKFOND DU LAC 9PMTHE COUGARSWATERING HOLEGREEN BAY 9PMHURRY UP WAITWILD HORSE SALOONWISCONSIN RAPIDS 7PM

September 20R P MKROLLS WESTGREEN BAY 3PMDOUBLE DOWNMILLER LITE GATE-LAM-BEAU FIELDGREEN BAY 3:30PMJOHNNY WADSANDLOT ENTERTAINMENTGREEN BAY 3PMDIAMOND AND STEELSANDLOT ENTERTAINMENTGREEN BAY 3PMSTAR SIXTY NINETUNDRA TAILGATE ZONE- LAMBEAUGREEN BAY 3:30PM

September 22REDFISH REMIXWORLD OF BEERAPPLETON 9PM

September 23THE COUGARSSARDINE CANGREEN BAY 5:30PM

September 24DAN TULSA DUOPLANK ROAD PUBDE PERE 6PM

September 25WAYNE NEUMANNANDUZZISHOWARD 7PMTED EGGEANDUZZIS- EASTGREEN BAY 7PMTHE PRESIDENTSJIMMY SEASGREEN BAY 9PMKITTY CORONALCO CASINOHAYWARD 9PMTHE COUGARSOCTOBERFEST- LORELEI INNGREEN BAY 5PMSTAR SIXTY NINEPRESSBOXFOND DU LAC 7PMCONSULT THE BRIEFCASEROOKIESSTEVENS POINT 9PMGRAND UNIONSANDLOT ENTERTAINMENTGREEN BAY 8PM

September 26ASK YOUR MOTHERBACKSTAGE BAR

FOND DU LAC 9PMDAVE OLSEN BANDBRIDGE BARFREMONT 8PMCONSULT THE BRIEFCASEDÉJÀ VUAPPLETON 9PMTHE COUGARSFALLFEST- CHERRY ST. PARK-ING LOTGREEN BAY 10:30AMBAZOOKA JOEFAT JOESFOND DU LAC 9:30PMROOFTOP JUMPERSGAMEDAY SPORTS BARAPPLETON 8PMBAD HABITZHEADLINERSNEENAH 9:30PMKITTY CORONALCO CASINOHAYWARD 9PMCONSULT THE BRIEFCASEOCTOBERFESTAPPLETON 1PMGRAND UNIONOCTOBERFEST- Y100 COUNTRY STAGEAPPLETON 1PMHALF EMPTYOUTPOSTSHERWOOD 9:30PMSPITFIRE RODEOSARDINE CANGREEN BAY 9PMHITSSILVER CRYSTWAUTOMA 8PMDOUBLE DOWNWORLD OF BEERAPPLETON 9PM

September 27THE COUGARSSHOOTS BARSUAMICO 3PMALEX WILSON BANDTHE HILLOMRO 2PM

September 28THE COUGARSKROLLS WESTGREEN BAY 3PMCONSULT THE BRIEFCASESTADIUM VIEWGREEN BAY 3:15PMR P MTUNDRA TAILGATE ZONE- LAMBEAUGREEN BAY 3:30PM


ENTERTAINMENT // THE BUDDIST ADVISOR

BY JOHN PRICE-KABHIR; THE BUDDHIST ADVISER

I’m not seventy yet, but I’m inching my way. As of two years ago, I became the oldest male in six generations on my father’s side. They all died before age fifty-one, owing to bad hearts. I most definitely thought I’d join that group, but here I am. I thought I’d never reach the age where the orthopedic problems on my maternal side would hit, but by the time this is printed, I’ll be on the other side of a total knee replacement.

All the contacts I’ll refer to in this column have either been reborn or strengthened just this summer. It’s risky to write about people, because the list could be exhaustive and I’d still be leaving people out. I also diligently try to keep people anonymous as far as names go, but if you’re in this column, you just might recognize yourself. Only a couple of these people could be called famous, though they inhabit my personal Hall of Fame.

I ask myself as I compose this column, “Where does Buddhist practice fit here over simple praise of friends?” Then I real-ize clearly that one of the principle ideas of Buddhism is the interdependence of all things. And that fundamental cornerstone is clearly where I’m coming from.

I would normally avoid Facebook because it’s too trendy. But I’ve found that it’s valuable for older people because it allows, and in fact directs contacts with people not seen in years. Facebook has allowed me to post my connections and

write snippets about my beliefs and obser-vations on world matters. It’s also provided connections with some former students, one living and propagating a family in Israel. It’s also helped me connect with people from California to Maine and all the way to Hawaii. I’ve been able to stay in touch with my first true love, who’s been living in Texas for many years. And many

of these connections are actually nearby, but people with whom I’d lost touch over the years even though they are near. Of course, it and email are means for folks to contact me as The Buddhist Adviser.

Among the people I have kept in touch with over the years is a fellow who’s still performing and supporting music. He’d reached some pretty high pinnacles, and wrote a song that was performed at the Super Bowl some years back. In his 60’s, he’s still rockin,’ doing the music he’s been so passionate about and supporting musi-

cians of all ages from all over the world.

The other day, ironi-cally at a low point in my emotions, I received an unexpected call from a Zen Master, the abbot of the order in which I was ordained over ten years ago.

I’d lost touch with him after I’d ceased to

sit in meditative practice with the

order he leads. In the perfect spirit of a Zen Master, he’d never once called me or really initiated contact. But here, in this summer of friends, he called, telling me he’s been moved by this column and discussing plans he has with a new program he was about to lead hereabouts.

And then there is the fellow, now in his mid-forties, who has struggled with

mental health issues his entire life. I was his mentor when he was in high school. He was a writer then, and he shared his writing in public engagements with liter-ally hundreds of people in public readings after he’d graduated. I had a spontaneous reconnect with him at my medical clinic, and now we go out to dinner as I am able.

I seem to have known quite a few people named David or Dave. I’ve writ-ten about one of them many times in this column because I talk to him regularly. But there is another Dave, a guy I spent a lot of time with in the 1960’s and 70’s. I realize now I took his friendship for granted. We’d gone in vastly different directions as we moved into adulthood. He’s Jewish, and I was raised Catholic and still practice Catholicism, but actually, we’d rarely spoken of our respective religious upbringings. He wasn’t Orthodox, but now, communicating with him, as we’re both interested in history, I know we should have spoken long and deeply about spiritual matters as we aged. Lately, we’ve exchanged our thoughts about World War II, and I am thankful we‘ve taken the time

to do this before we die.On a morning last week, a small rental

car pulled up in front of my house. As the driver exited the vehicle and moved toward my door, I was reminded I was about to spend the day with a man I view as a true living saint. This is a man who changed from a tough “greaser” to a true spiritual seeker. We traveled the country, mostly with our thumbs out on highways. We saw Jefferson Airplane on their first tour, and went to some of those famous rock festivals. This guy and I traveled virtually the entire western United States, mostly hitchhiking. We shared jail cells in other states. We were reckless and fearless, and I wouldn’t trade the experience of our travels for anything. As we sat that day, he told me how I was among the most profoundly influential people in his life. This humbled me a great deal, the words settling upon me, and caused some joyful quiet times for thinking about his praise when he’d left.

And as I sat writing this, the mail car-rier came. Among the pieces of mail was a large envelope from the aforementioned first true love, who, she wrote, had been cleaning her house. She sent along to me a stack of memorabilia from my senior year in high school, including the graduation program and a poem I had published in the local paper that year. Such amazing “coincidences” again convince me of the merry trickster this universe can be. Such perfect timing.

I hesitated to write this piece. Why would I choose such a topic? Was it noth-ing more than cheap self-aggrandizing? No, it was not that. It offered me a chance to pay tribute and show respect to a few of the people who touched me over the years.

So I offer respect and praise for some of the many people I’ve known, loved, and occasionally lost touch with. I celebrate you, and I hope I can make just a few more connections while still in this body.

John Price-Kabhir is a retired public school educator and an ordained Buddhist householder. He can be reached at [email protected].

A Summer of Old Friends

Old friends, old friends sat on their park bench like bookends

A newspaper blowin’ through the grassFalls on the round toes of the high

shoes of the old friends…How terribly strange to be seventy

—Paul Simon


ENTERTAINMENT // LIVE FROM JAPAN

BY JAMES PAGE [email protected]

Game of the Month: InnoGames Player’s Page: InnoGames

Summer has come to a close and as the days grow shorter there seems to be less time to devote to leisure activities. A full length game can require multiple days to complete and one cannot advance too far into the storyline without devoting several hours each session to the game.

Competitive games share a similar problem by requiring numerous hours of regular game play to maintain a certain skill level to remain competitive against the other players. Thankfully, there are games out there which can be played on the go and only require short play sessions to advance within the game.

InnoGames is a German company based out of Hamburg which creates games for mobile platforms and browsers. In 2003, InnoGames was in its infancy and the founders decided to create a game with the approach of “let’s create a game that we can play with our friends.” The result of their effort was the browser based game Tribal Wars, and within two years the number of users had risen to 50,000.

InnoGames incorporated in 2007 and has created several browser games which have transitioned to mobile platforms. Currently, there are over 130 million regis-tered users of InnoGames titles, and two of their more well known titles, Grepolis and Forge of Empires have had commercials on U.S. television.

Forge of Empires is a city building game released in 2012 for browsers and has

since transitioned to the iOS and Android mobile platforms. Forge of Empires places the player into the shoes of a ruler of a city state and tasks them with guiding the city through the ages from the Stone Age to the Modern Age and beyond. Along the way the player will need to accomplish vari-ous tasks, research new technologies, and conquer new lands. The player must judge their resources and forces them to know when to expand peacefully and when to expand with force.

In many ways Forge of Empires is simi-lar to classic PC titles such as Caesar, Pha-raoh, and Zeus. The focus is on building a city and managing the needs of the popula-tion while gaining new buildings through research which can provide more base resources and unique items and troops. Researching new technologies requires time, in the form of forge points which slowly accumulate over time; and resources in the form of gold, resources, and unique items generated by the city. There is lim-ited interaction with a world map which focuses on exploring and invading neigh-boring territories while experiencing no

real threat of retaliation.Unlike the classic city building games

of the past Forge of Empires brings a social aspect to the game. The player does not exist in a vacuum. Players are grouped together and they are able to visit each other’s cities. While visiting another city a player may decide to help motivate current productions, polish monuments, contrib-ute to large projects, or launch an attack in an effort to overcome the city’s defenses. Peaceful interactions with other cities can

reward the player with gold, blueprints, and other rewards. A successful attack on another city will give the player the option of stealing gold, resources, or unique items, however; an unsuccessful attack will result in the loss of all attacking forces.

Forge of Empires can be played with relatively little interaction each day. All of the gold, resource, forge point, and unique item generation is timed and can take anywhere from five minutes to two days. Projects can be run for different lengths of time to suit different play styles. However, it is possible to reduce the amount of time projects and expansions require by spend-

ing actual money on in game micro trans-actions, and as a result one must be careful to avoid unwanted purchases when playing the game.

Forge of Empires is just one of a variety of titles offered by InnoGames. Tribal Wars and the upcoming Tribal Wars 2 are city building titles which are focused on player versus player combat. It is essential to build up the city and create a mighty army because other players will attack your city with the hopes of destroying it and remov-ing it from the game; the goal is simple, expand or die.

Elvenar is another upcoming game focused on city building. The player must choose between playing as elves or humans and build a city in the style of their race. Elvenar allows a player the opportunity to interact with others in a more in depth manner than Forge of Empires but not as competitive as Tribal Wars.

InnoGames offers a nice variety of games which can be played on the go and without devoting a large portion of each day to the game. All of the games are free-to-play but they offer micro transactions so caution will need to be taken when using some of the in game features. Despite their mobile nature each of the games are surprisingly in-depth, and each game offers something different to appeal to different game play styles. In as little as five minutes a day one can play a fun game, advance the story, and have an enjoyable experience which does not consume the entire day.

Remember, like all games if you play them just to have fun there will never be a bad game.

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FOOD & DRINK // TRICIA’S TABLE

Chicken Piccata & Spinach Salad

BY TRISH DERGE

I found an interesting study done recently that again sings the praises of spinach. So when you make my Chicken Piccata recipe, be sure to fix a nutritious fresh spinach leaf salad as your side.

First...let’s make the simple and quick chicken dinner that has a lot of flavor!

INGREDIENTS2 skinless and boneless chicken breasts, butterflied and then cut in halfSea salt and freshly ground black pepperAll-purpose flour, for dredging6 tblsp unsalted butter5 tblsp extra-virgin olive oil1/3 cup fresh lemon juice1/2 cup chicken stock1/4 cup brined capers, rinsed1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped

DIRECTIONS1. Season chicken with salt and pepper. 2. Dredge chicken in flour and shake off

excess.3. In a large skillet over medium high

heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 3 tablespoons olive oil. When butter and oil start to sizzle, add 2 pieces of chicken and cook for 3 minutes. When chicken is browned, flip and cook other side for 3 minutes. Remove and transfer to plate.

4. Melt 2 more tablespoons butter and add another 2 tablespoons olive oil. When butter and oil start to sizzle, add the other 2 pieces of chicken and brown both sides again.

5. Remove pan from heat and add chicken to the plate.

6. Into the pan add the lemon juice,

stock and capers. Return to stove and bring to boil, scraping up brown bits from the pan.

7. Put chicken back in pan and simmer for 5 minutes.

8. Remove chicken to platter. 9. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter

to sauce and whisk vigorously. Pour sauce over chicken and garnish with parsley.

BALSAMIC & OLIVE OIL VINAIGRETTE 1. Whisk together equal parts balsamic

vinegar and a good olive oil (1/3 cup each)

2. Puree 1/4 fresh blackberries and add to mixture

3. Add 2/3 cup crumbled blue cheese4. Add 1 tblsp minced chives

New research claims a compound found in spinach could help reduce hunger and food craving especially in men.

The study was published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition and claims a concentrated extract of thylakoids encourages the release of satiety hormones which slows down fat digestion in the body.

The researchers examined the effect of con-suming a single dose of concentrated extract of thylakoids from spinach on satiety, food intake, lipids, and glucose compared to a placebo.

30 men and 30 women, classified as over-weight or obese, consumed either the spinach extract or a placebo in random order at least a

week apart.The results showed that the spinach

extract containing thylakoids increased satiety over a two-hour period compared to a placebo.

There were no differences in plasma lipids and energy intake at dinner, but men showed a trend toward decreased energy intake.

A previous study had found that in women, a reduced urge for sweets was significant after a single dose of the spinach extract and the reduced urge for sweets was sustained throughout the study.

The reduction in hunger and the desire for salty food might make thylakoids particularly useful for people with high blood pressure and associated weight problems


ENTERTAINMENT // SERIOUSLY FUNNY

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September 1

“Haunts” by Alexander LandermanGallery Q1108 Main St., Stevens PointHours are Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, Sunday 11:00 am to 3:00 pm; closed Mondays. See Landerman’s well-loved foxes, rabbits and birds as their story is told along the walls and among the flowers at the Q. 715-345-2888; http://qartists.com.

September 3

Blue Bead Bookmark ClassBlue Bead Trading Co.1043 Main St., Stevens PointLearn to make bookmarks! Class starts at 1:00 pm; cost is $5 plus materials. Visit www.blue-bead.com for more info. 715-344-1998.

Toddler MusicCentral Wisconsin Children’s Museum, 1100 Main St., Stevens PointProgram begins at 9:30 am$5 per person museum admission, 12 months and younger free. Enhance early learning skills by introducing easy musical concepts. 715-344-2003; www.cwchildrensmuseum.org. Also Sept. 10, 17, and 24.

Transcribing Dance Co. Performance &

ReceptionPJ’s Atrium @ SentryWorld, 601 N. Michigan Ave., Stevens Point Event runs 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm$35 adults, $25 students and seniors, $15 children 12 and under. Tickets available at www.cwtickets.com. 715-252-7920. Visit www.transcribingdance.com for more info.

First Thursday Film Series: High NoonWaupaca Area Public Library107 South Main St., WaupacaCommentary by Dr. Jack Rhodes. Film begins at 1:30 pm; free admission and refreshments. Appropriate for all ages. 715-258-4414; http://waupacalibrary.org.

September 4

OktoberfestEvent held at the Waupaca Ale HouseBand from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm, then The Kommissioners from 9:00 pm to 12:00 midnight. Tickets $10 per person. Beer from Central Waters Brewery in Amherst, plus lots of great food. Entertainment by the Charlie Justmann.

September 4 - 7

Portage County FairRosholt Fair ParkE. Forest St., Rosholt8:00 am to 10:00 pm$3Music, carnival, food and refresh-ments, parade, demo derby and 4-H displays. Friday through

Sunday Monday Free. www.rosholtfair.com

Sunset Point Winery Grand OpeningSunset Point Winery1201 Water St., Stevens PointFriday 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Saturday 10:00 am to 8:00 pm, Sunday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday 10:00 am to 2:00 pmFree admission. Live music, raffles, giveaways and specials. Tastings and winery tours throughout the whole weekend.

September 5

John Swendrowski Memorial Golf OutingBulls Eye Country Club, 2800 Ridgewood Trail, Wisconsin RapidsRegistration at 11:00 am, shotgun start at 12:00 noon$95 per personHosted by the Assumption High School football team, this golf outing will include 18 holes with cart, smokehouse BBQ buffet, vent golf pullover and prizes. 715-423-2225.

Lake Arrowhead Craft ShowLake Arrowhead Golf Course, 1195 Apache Ln,, Nekoosa9:00 am to 3:00 pmOne of the best craft shows in central Wisconsin for more than 25 years. Enjoy refreshments, freshly grilled food and more than 100 displays of quality handmade crafts from vendors all over the

tri-state area. Event is held rain or shine.

ForagingCentral Rivers Farmshed1220 Briggs St., Stevens PointWorkshop runs 3:00 to 5:00 pm$15 for non-members, $12 for membersThis workshop, presented by Andy Lickel, will include an indoor lecture about foraging and then we will go out to a park and see what we can scrounge up for a meal. This workshop will get you familiar with wild edibles and how and where to find them. 715-544-6154; www.farmshed.org.

September 5 - 6

Riverfront Jazz FestivalPfiffner Pioneer Park1100 Crosby Ave., Stevens Point3:00 pm to 9:00 pmLargest outdoor jazz festival in central Wisconsin. Free admis-sion. www.riverfrontjazzfestival.org.

September 6

47th Annual Big Falls Bowhunters Corn RoastVillage Park in Big FallsParade at 12:00 noonFree corn, food stands, raffles and games. Live music throughout the day. For more info, contact Gary Beyersdorf at 715-754-2359.

September 7

Autism NightCWCM1100 Main St., Stevens Point5:00 pm to 7:00 pmFree admission. The Central Wisconsin Children’s Museum will be open the first Monday of each month exclusively for families that have children with autism. 715-344-2003; www.cwchildrensmuseum.org.

Labor Day CelebrationRobinson Park1150 17th St. N., Wisconsin Rapids12:00 noon until 6:00 pmA free celebration for all. Free children’s rides, two bands, bingo, food, beer and soda.

September 8

Community Potluck SeriesCentral Rivers Farmshed, 1220 Briggs Ct., Stevens Point, WI 54481Dinner runs from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pmBring a dish to pass. This month’s theme is Noodles and Dumplings. Free admission. 715-544-6154.

Lunch & Learn for HeroesWaupaca Area Public Library107 South Main St., WaupacaProgram runs 12:00 to 1:00 pmGary Beyer talks about his book, You Must Answer This, and shares his story of business success and triumph over adversity. Free admission and a light lunch will be catered by a local restaurant. 715-258-4414; http://waupacali-brary.org.

September 8 - 13

Ink In Grooves…Or NotGallery Q1108 Main St., Stevens PointOpening reception is Fri., Sept. 11 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Gallery hours are Tues.-Sat. 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, Sun. 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, closed Mondays. Free admission. Enjoy this collection of works cre-ated via ink transfer. View relief printing, etching, lithography, woodcuts and more. Approxi-mately 15 printmakers will be represented in this show. 715-345-2888; http://qartists.com. Also Sept 15-20, Sept. 22-27, and Sept. 29 to Oct. 4.

While the SCENE does everything to ensure the accuracy of its Events calendar, we also understand that some dates and times change. Please call ahead to confirm before traveling any distance.

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CALENDAR // THE BIG EVENTS

September 9

Christmas Variety Cards ClassLighthouse Books & Gifts, 4330 8th St. S., #200, Wisconsin Rapids5:30 pm to 7:30 pmMake three beautiful Christmas cards using rubber stamps, decorative paper, embellishments and new dies from Penny Black & Stampendous. Bring your favorite adhesive. Pre-registration required, $10 plus tax. 715-423-7773; www.lighthousebooksand-gifts.com.

September 10

Christmas Variety Cards ClassLighthouse Books & Gifts, 4330 8th St. S., #200, Wisconsin Rapids5:30 pm to 7:30 pm$10 plus taxMake three beautiful Christmas cards using rubber stamps, decorative paper, embellishments and new dies from Penny Black & Stampendous. Bring your favorite adhesive. Pre-registration required. 715-423-7773; www.lighthousebooksandgifts.com.

Crafting BeeScandinavia Public Library349 N. Main St.Held every Thursday in Septem-ber from 10:00 am to 12:00 noonThis informal group is designed for handicrafters of all types to work in an atmosphere of creativity and mutual support. Assistance is available for a wide variety of crafts, including knit-ting, crocheting, cross-stitching, quilting, beading and more. All ages welcome, although younger children should be supervised. 715-467-4636; http://scandinavi-alibrary.org.

September 11

Arts Alliance of Portage County Alley Party

Downtown Plaza Alley1052 Main St., Stevens Point7:00 pm to 9:00 pm$22 onlineA unique urban outdoor experi-ence with friends, beer, food, live music and improv performers. www.artsportagecounty.org. 715-254-0460.

September 11 - 13

Pacelli High School PanaceaPacelli High School1301 Maria Dr., Stevens PointFriday 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm, Sat. 11:00 am to 11:00 pm, Sun. 11:00 am to 6:00 pmSilent auction, car raffle, cash raffle, bands and entertainment, carnival and rides, kickball tournament and much more. Free admission. 715-341-2445; https://sites.google.com/a/spacs.k12.wi.us/spacs/home/panacea.

September 12

ABA Community Arts FairLettie Jensen Community Center, 487 N. Main St., AmherstHours 12:00 noon to 5:00 pmThe Tomorrow River Youth Arts Festival will offer nine workshops at the Jensen Center. Children aged three years through sixth grade will rotate through the workshops by age group so that participants may experience projects and mediums led by local artists, artistic leaders and teach-ers. Free admission.

Harvest FairHistoric Point Basse300 Wakely Rd., Nekoosa10:00 am to 4:00 pmAdults $3, students $2Enjoy samples of the season and traditional harvest activities, such as apple cider pressing, corn shelling, making sauerkraut and harvest produce sales. 715-459-1722.

Big Dawg Fishing BrawlBukolt Park100 Bukolt Ave., Stevens Point7:00 am to 3:00 pm$50 plus $10 per big bass boatDaily tournament limit for each competitor is five fish or another announced limit. Only largemouth and smallmouth bass will be weighed with 14-inch minimum length. Final winners determined by total weight of each competitor’s catch during the tournament. 612-408-2077.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s DiseaseWaupaca Senior Center407 School St., WaupacaRegistration 8:00 am, walk at 9:00 amThis three-mile walk will raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Assn. Register onsite, at www.alz.org/walk or call 800-272-3900.

CWN Singles DanceBernard’s Supper Club701 Second St. N, Stevens PointMusic runs from 8:00 pm to 11:30 pm$8 members, $12 non-members. No T-shirts, tank tops or shorts. 715-281-7823; http://cwn-singles.com.

Celebrate Amherst River FestDowntown Amherst10:00 am until darkFree admissionCelebrating historic Amherst’s unique cultural, recreation, and natural resources. Music, arts, crafts, outdoor workshops and demos, kids stuff, food and more with evening concert. Call 715-824-3424 for more info.

Eddie Biebel & Vickie BasarRising Star MillCounty Rd. Q, Nelsonville$10 adults, $5 students (age 12-18), children under 12 free

Guitarist and vocalist return to Nelsonville for a 7:00 pm concert.

Locals On StagePerforming Arts Center of Wiscon-sin Rapids, Lincoln High School, 1801 16th St. S., Wisconsin Rapids3:30 pm or 7:30 pm$15 in advance, $17 at the door for adults, $12 in advance or $14 at the door for children 12 and youngerA variety show to benefit ODC Inc., which works to empower people with disabilities to achieve their work and life goals. Reserved seating. Tickets available at Daly Drug and ODC. www.odcinc.com.

Walk for HopePfiffner Pioneer Park1100 Crosby Ave., Stevens PointRegistration 9:00 am, 5K begins at 10:00 am, 11:00 am refresh-ments.$20 per individual, $18 per person in groups of four or more, $30 per household (2 adults and up to 4 children)Annual 5K walk for suicide prevention and mental health awareness. 715-346-5645; http://suicidepreventionportagecounty.org/index.php/en.

New Happenings in New HopeNew Hope Church1410 County Rd. T., NelsonvilleTalk begins at 2:00 pmDon Romandson will talk about early individuals, establishments, crossroad villages (Garfield, Peru), creameries (Benson Corner, Peru) and much more. Free admission. Presented by New Hope and South New Hope Churches. 715-824-2509.

Crafter’s Rummage SaleLighthouse Books & Gifts, 4330 8th St. S., #200, Wisconsin Rapids10:00 am to 5:00 pmShop a huge variety of gently used crafting supplies, including rubber

stamps, scrapbook supplies and much more. 715-423-7773; www.lighthousebooksandgifts.com.

Sept. 15 – Oct. 20

Beginning Sign LanguageUWSP Collins Classroom Center, 1801 Fourth Ave., Stevens PointTuesdays from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm$89 per personThe first unit of basic signs for conversational communication in sign language. Join the group for this hands-on class covering deaf culture, signs, grammar and fingerspelling. No book required. 715-346-3912; www.uwsp.edu/conted/artculture/Pages/Arts-and-Culture-Outreach.aspx.

September 16

Floral Cheer Cards ClassLighthouse Books & Gifts, 4330 8th St. S., #200, Wisconsin Rapids5:00 pm to 7:00 pm$12 plus taxMake four lovely floral cards using rubber stamps, embellishments and unique folds and pockets. Bring your favorite adhesive. Pre-registration required. 715-423-7773; www.lighthousebook-sandgifts.com.

September 17

Back to Business: Disaster Preparednessfor Your OrganizationHoliday Inn Hotel & Convention Center, 1001 Amber Ave., Stevens Point9:00 am to 2:30 pmThis workshop is open to individuals from businesses throughout Portage County to learn about best practices and tools to prepare their business for a potential disaster. Free admis-sion. Email [email protected] for more info.



Ye Olde Madrigal DinnerWisconsin Rapids Community Theatre lobby and auditorium, 220 3rd Ave S. #6, Wisconsin RapidsCastle doors open at 6:00 pmTickets are $50 for dinnerFeaturing artisans, raffle, jesters and serving wenches. Entertain-ment and masque to follow in the royal auditorium. Come in Renaissance garb and receive a complimentary souvenir of your visit. 715-421-0435; www.wrcthe-atre.org. Blue Bead Peyote Stitch Bail Necklace ClassBlue Bead Trading Co.1043 Main St., Stevens PointClass is 6:00 pm to 8:00 pmClass fee and material fee to be determined. 715-344-1998; www.blue-bead.com.

Floral Cheer Cards ClassLighthouse Books & Gifts, 4330 8th St. S., #200, Wisconsin Rapids3:00 pm to 5:00 pm$12 plus taxMake four lovely floral cards using rubber stamps, embellishments and unique folds and pockets. Bring your favorite adhesive. Pre-registration required. 715-423-7773; www.lighthousebook-sandgifts.com.

September 18

Riverfront Arts Center Reception Annette & Dale Schuh Riverfront Arts Center, 1200 Crosby Ave., Stevens Point5:00 pm to 7:00 pmFree admissionCome to the gallery reception for an invitational exhibit. 715-343-6251; www.stevenspoint.com/rac.

TGIF Dessert RideMeet at the Mathias Mitchell Public Square, 1100 Main St.

(downtown), Stevens PointMeet at 7:00 pm, ride begins at 7:15 pmBike fun with Poky Pedaling. Slow, less than 3-mile evening bicycle ride along the Wisconsin River to Bukolt Park and back, ending at a dessert place near the start. Free admission. Visit http://pokypedalingstevenspoint.org for more details. 715-254-5817.

September 19

46th Annual Art in the ParkPfiffner Pioneer Park1100 Crosby Ave., Stevens Point10:00 am to 4:00 pmMany children’s activities spon-sored by non-profit groups, arts & craft vendors, food by local non-profit groups and entertainment. Free admission. 715-344-8901; www.artintheparkstevenspoint.org.

ADB Fall FestivalDowntown Stevens Point on the Square, 823 Main St., Stevens PointEvents and sales start at 10:00 am, live music and food vendors at 4:00 pm Free admission Outside events and sidewalk sales, live music, food vand craft beers.

Waupaca Walk for WellnessWalk begins at Swan Park in WaupacaA non-competitive 1-mile, 5K and 10K walking event to raise funds to sustain the River Ridge Trail system. Registration begins at 7:30 pm. Depart any time for the one-mile walk route; the 10K begins at 8:30 am and the 5K at 9:30 am. No pets; rain-or-shine event so dress accordingly. Pick up registration forms at the Waupaca Rec Center or Waupaca Chiro-practic. For more info, email [email protected] or check out www.facebook.com/WaupacaWalkForWellness.

Forever Steam in Stevens PointLocomotive No. 2713Monroe St., Stevens Point10:00 am to 4:00 pmFree admissionFamily-friendly event celebrat-ing Stevens Point train history. Caboose 158 will be open for viewing and the whistle on Engine 2713 will be hooked up for blowing. A real working steam tractor will be fired up as well as a display with miscellaneous train and period artifacts. Rainbow Fun will be there with a miniature train to give rides to kids. 715-344-0619; www.soo2713.org.

Stevens Point Brewery’s PointoberfestStevens Point Brewery, 2617 Water St., Stevens PointHours 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm$20 in advance, $25 at doorBeer tent, German food, live music and much more. 800-369-4911; www.pointbeer.com.

Stevens Point Brewery’s Blubber RunStevens Point Brewery2617 Water St., Stevens PointCheck-in starts at 2:30 pm, run at 3:00 pm$35Entrants receive a T-shirt and admittance to Pointoberfest, which also includes a commemo-rative beer mug. Costume contest. Limited to first 500 entries, must be 21. 800-369-4911; www.pointbeer.com.

UWSP Spud Run 2015Goerke Park1100 Minnesota Ave., Stevens PointRace begins at 12:00 noonChildren 12 and under run free with the purchase of an adult ticketThis pre-game 5K run/walk before the Spud Bowl starts and finishes at the stadium. Race registrants receive a T-shirt, choice of baked

potato or French fries at the finish line, and ticket to the football game. 715-346-2909; http://ath-letics.uwsp.edu/sports/2014/6/6/FB_0606144655.aspx.

Waupaca’s Fall-O-RamaArts and craft vendors at South Park. For more info, visit www.waupacaparknrec.com.

Free Merry & Bright Card Make-and-TakeLighthouse Books & Gifts, 4330 8th St. S., #200, Wisconsin RapidsMake a cute Christmas card using Impression Obsession rubber stamps. Limit one free make-and-take per customer, while supplies last. 715-423-7773; www.lighthousebooksandgifts.com.

September 19 - 20

15th Annual Woodcarving Show and CompetitionHoliday Inn Hotel & Convention Center, 1001 Amber Ave., Stevens PointSat. 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Sun. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm$3 adults, 12 and under freeWisconsin River Woodcarvers show will include the Caricature Carvers of America (www.cca-carvers.org). Carving competition, vendors, demonstrations, kids carving and much more. 715-341-2214. Visit www.wisconsin-riverwoodcarvers.org for details.

11th Annual Dozynki Harvest FestivalMoose Family Center1025 Second St., Stevens PointHours of festival are Sat. 12:00 noon to 8:00 pm, Sunday 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm$8 admission (food is extra)Polka bands, Polish and American food, polka mass at 10:30 am Sunday at St. Stevens (1401 Clark St., Stevens Point), plus much more. www.polkapowwow.com.

September 20

Free Movie: CinderellaLettie Jensen Community Center, 487 N. Main St., AmherstShow begins at 2:00 pmFree admission715-824-5202.

September 22

Volunteer Coordinators of Inner WisconsinMcMillan Library All-Purpose Room, 490 E. Grand Ave., Wisconsin Rapids1:00 pmFreeAnyone who coordinates volunteers at a local non-profit organization, government entity, school, church, etc., is welcome to attend. It is free and you do not need to be associated with United Way or the Volunteer Center. We meet quarterly to discuss issues that affect volunteer coordinators, such as recruitment, retention, etc. 715-422-5133.

Warm Coffee Cards ClassLighthouse Books & Gifts, 4330 8th St. S., #200, Wisconsin Rapids5:00 pm to 7:00 pm$10 plus taxMake two charming cards and a paper coffee cup using rubber stamps, decorative paper and embellishments. Bring your favorite adhesive. pre-registration required. 715-423-7773; www.lighthousebooksandgifts.com.

September Book GroupScandinavia Public Library349 N. Main St.4:00 pm to 5:00 pmFreeJoin Librarian Sue and the book group to discuss Me Before You by Jojo Moyes. 715-467-4636; http://scandinavialibrary.org.



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September 23

Community Shred DayRiver Cities Bank, 1601 Lincoln St., Wisconsin Rapids10:00 am to 1:00 pmBring your sensitive documents to be securely shredded onsite by Shred Safe, free of charge. For every pound of paper brought to be shredded, River Cities Bank will donate $1 to the United Way of Inner Wisconsin, with a max dona-tion of $1,000. 715-422-1100.

Warm Coffee Cards ClassLighthouse Books & Gifts, 4330 8th St. S., #200, Wisconsin Rapids5:00 pm to 7:00 pm$10 plus taxMake two charming cards and a paper coffee cup using rubber stamps, decorative paper and embellishments. Pre-registration required. 715-423-7773; www.lighthousebooksandgifts.com.

September 26

Festival of IndiaSPASH1201 Northpoint Dr., Stevens Point3:00 pm to 9:00 pmFamily-friendly event with workshops on Indian cultural and academic topics. Multiple stage performances by profes-sional artists as well as audience participation dancing and music. Free admission. 715-341-1538; www4.uwsp.edu/multicultural/SHAMA/Festivals/PastFestivals.htm#Recent.

CWN Singles DanceElks Club, 1132 Clark St.Stevens PointMusic runs from 8:00 pm to 11:30 pm; $8 members, $12 non-members. No T-shirts, tank tops or shorts. 715-281-7823; http://cwn-singles.com.

Hard Rocks Hiking ChallengeHike begins at 8:00 pm$20 through Sept. 13, $30 there-after. $10 extra for a long-sleeve shirtJoin Active Portage County and Walk Wisconsin for their inaugural Hard Rock Hiking Challenge. This 5.2 or 8.3-mile non-competitive hiking challenge will take place at Standing Rocks County Park just 7 miles east of Plover/Stevens Point. Enjoy a leaf-kicking, beautiful hike during the peak of fall foliage on this 524-acre park. Visit www.activeportagecounty.com for more info.

Maple RideIverson Park4201 US Hwy 10, Stevens PointMeet at 12:45 pmRide at 1:00 pmFree admissionBike fun with Poky Pedaling Ste-vens Point. Slow 13-mile loop bike

ride on calm streets and multi-use paths. 715-254-5817; http://pokypedalingstevenspoint.org.

Raw Food Chef WorkshopCentral Rivers Farmshed1220 Briggs St., Stevens PointClass runs 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm$35 for non-members, $30 for membersJoin us for the Raw Food Chef workshop with Lois Anderson, which will feature demos on how to make Zucchini mac and cheese, warm tomato soup, dehydrated crackers, fermented cheese and chocolate mousse. 715-544-6154; www.farmshed.org.

Trivia UnpluggedStevens Point Municipal Airport, Highway 66, Stevens Point Registration and tailgating 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm, competition 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm, reception and award ceremony 9:00 pm to 9:30 pm

This resource-free trivia contest is a fundraising event for the Arts Alliance of Portage County. No books, notes, phones, comput-ers or any electronic devices are allowed. Call for pricing. Noel Hangar, 715-254-0460; www.facebook.com/triviaunplugged.

Autumn DanceFeaturing The Swing Time Big Band. For more info, contact the Gerold Opera House, 136 E. Main St., Weyauwega; 920-867-4888; www.wegaarts.org.

Manhattan Short Film FestWisconsin Rapids Community The-atre, 220 3rd Ave S. #6, Wisconsin Rapids7:00 pm$5 for studentsCentral Wisconsin film festival. $10 for adults, 715-421-0435; www.wrctheatre.org.

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