redoux home jan / feb 2011
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redoux home is an innovative home and garden lifestyle magazine that speaks to where you live. Our goal is to bring fresh perspectives, inspiration and sustainable ideas to readers in the Northfield, Faribault, Dundas, Cannon Falls and Red Wing areas.TRANSCRIPT
northfield • red wing • faribault • cannon fallsdundas • mississippi river valley
january / february 2011 • freeredouxhome.com
cover photo by patsy dew
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homeHEALTH & WELLNESS ISSUE
SETTING YOUR NEW YEAR’S INTENTIONS
DESTINATION: RED WING
THE MIND/BODY BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
WINTER PHOTOGRAPHY
2011 TRENDS
Make Your Dropped Ball List
I find the new year isn’t so much about making commitments as picking up the balls I’ve dropped. Do you ever feel like you’ve told people one too many times, “Sure, I’d love to do that!” and then completely dropped the ball? Or promised yourself you’d call a friend just to connect, and then let it slide? Then you know.
Recently, I came up with an idea to make a “dropped ball” list. This list does not include deadline-driven tasks like paying the mortgage. I started ticking off items: e-mail old friend. Tick. Begin to edit father-in-law’s memoir. Tick. Make time for yoga in the morning. Tick.
I told myself I’d make my husband his favorite German chocolate cake from scratch for his birthday. This could have easily made the dropped ball list as he’d never have known if I didn’t, but instead it made another list – the “I did, even though I didn’t have to,” list.
And does working on that list ever feel good.
Little promises when undone are like dust bunnies. Just knowing they’re there makes you uncomfortable. If you want to live with integrity and shed guilt, pick up one motivating, contributing, enjoyable, expendable dropped ball today. And have a happier new year!
Elizabeth [email protected]
Stomp out bad habits in the new year! Our editor under foot at the Red Wing Shoe store, featured on page 15.
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02editor’s noteMake your ‘dropped ball’ list. BY ELIZABETH CHILD
06trends 2011Simplify and beautify your life. STORY BY NICHOLE DAY DIGGINS
09best intentionsSet a simple “intention” instead of a resolution this year. STORY BY ELIZABETH CHILDPHOTOS BY TOM ROSTER
19acupunctureAcupuncture helps common ills by bringing the body back into balance.STORY BY JODI OHLSEN READPHOTOS BY NICHOLE DAY DIGGINS
15just wing it!Destination: Red WingSTORY BY ELIZABETH CHILDPHOTOS BY NICHOLE DAY DIGGINS
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23foodCozy winter soup.RECIPE BY CHEF RAFAEL PEREZPHOTOS BY NICHOLE DAY DIGGINS
21stronger. healthier. smarter.Exercise does more than tone your body and help you lose weight.STORY BY NICHOLE DAY DIGGINS
25winter wonderlandWinter can be an ideal time to capture the perfect shot.PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS AND PHOTOS BY PATSY DEW AND GRIFF WIGLEY
29calendarA look at arts offerings in the area.
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PUBLISHERNichole Day Diggins / Flying Pan Productions
EDITORElizabeth Child
COPY EDITORSJodi Ohlsen ReadLinda Day Dunlap
CONTRIBUTORSElizabeth ChildPatsy DewNichole Day DigginsJodi Ohlsen ReadRafael PerezTom Roster
ART DIRECTOR / DESIGNNichole Day Diggins
SALESElizabeth ChildPeter DigginsLinda Day DunlapSara FrenchKelly LigdayDrew Pelehos
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2011trends
The New Year is here and along with it comes a sense of renewal and reinvigoration. As you set your intentions for the upcoming year, you can also set your sights on what’s in store. By Nichole Day Diggins
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2011 t rendscolors of 201 1
Light, energetic
YELLOW: A fresh,
vibrant and airy
shade of chartreuse
with slight green and
brown undertones.
It’s impossible to
feel down when you
surround yourself
with this color. When
paired with grey, it
looks especially chic.
THINK PINK: Pantone’s hot color pick for 2011
is an exuberantly retro shade of pink, dubbed
Honeysuckle – a vibrant, energetic shade of pink.
Others are calling it Mad Men pink – like the lipstick
our mothers wore. Pantone polled designers who
dubbed the warm, hot pink hue as “a pick me up
at a time when many people have had their fill of
misfortune.” Each year, Pantone, the global leader
in color design, picks a color based on polling
designers from around the world.
Benjamin Moore’s 2011 Color of the Year: Vintage wine, a rich hue with a deep brown base and hints of smoky violet. As an undertone in many of the latest wood finishes, leathers and other textiles, vintage wine, and its lighter variations, will make a great paint color pick for many applications over the coming years. Find Benjamin Moore paint locally at Young’s Paint Center in Dundas, and get some expert painting advice to boot.
Hues of ORANGE: Rich mango,
persimmon, salmon, copper and ripe
pumpkin – orange will be abundant,
both in fashion and in your home. If you
don’t love the color now, you may feel
differently come fall. Orange works well
as an accent color (think throw pillows
and accessories) and it’s especially nice
when set off by neutrals like khaki, white
and grey.
PURPLE: Purple is going
mainstream. In 2011 we’ll start
to see it everywhere – from
pillows and rugs to furniture and
walls. We’re not talking the bright
“Vikings” purple but a muted, deep,
earthy version. Think aubergine,
eggplant, plum and raisin. A natural
complement to purple is yellow
and we’ll be seeing a lot of that
combination in the months to come.
For a relaxing, elegant ambiance,
pair purple (and yellow) with grey.
2011 t rendsGOLDEN AGE OF TRAVELSeeking comfort in the familiar continues to grow in new directions. In 2011, think steam trains and luxury cruises – anything harkening back to the Golden Age of Travel. Look to steamer trunks and stacked suitcases as inspiration for storage. Vintage maps will be showing up on fabrics, prints and graphics. Also look for quirky woven jacquards inspired by public transport upholstery.
SUPPER CLUBSA growing number of food lovers are reigniting the old tradition of supper clubs – the at-home gatherings that feature food, drink and engaging conversation. Supper clubs aren’t just dinner parties that happen by chance or every once in a while. Members of a supper club commit to meeting regularly (often monthly) with common goals in mind. Staying home with friends and sharing the cost of meals is an inexpensive yet satisfying way to get together. The resurgence of interest in the supper club is a sign of our longing to recapture a period when people made time for each other. In our over scheduled lives, we’re looking for deeper connections, and we want to do that in a way that’s more intimate and affordable than a night out for dinner and drinks.
VIVA THE SEVENTIESContinuing the nostalgia theme, the 1970s are bigger than ever. The era seems
to be popping up everywhere – in fashion and the home. From maxi dresses, macramé and high-waisted pants to wood paneled basements, Ming vases and
chartreuse-covered sofas, it seems the 70s rule again. Another sign that the 70s are alive and well: all the outcroppings of owls and mushrooms. They’re everywhere – jewelry, t-shirts, pillows, greeting cards, sheets, duvets, shower curtains and more.
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Nichole Day Diggins is the publisher of Redoux Home and owner of Flying Pan Productions.
OUTDOOR SUMMER LIVINGThe desire to create an
outdoor oasis has been gaining
momentum in recent years. In
2011, instead of staying in, it
seems people are hankering
to take to the open road – but
in a pared down, more simple
way. This summer, think day
trips, picnics, camping and
caravanning. Not quite ready to rough it? Maybe Glamping is more your style. Glamping is a blend of “glamorous” and
“camping” – a more upscale way to commune with nature. Glamp-
grounds are popping up across the world. Many tents feature
hardwood floors, electricity and even a s’mores sommelier.
Another way to go Glam Camping: the Airstream. The iconic
“silver bullet” has been around since the 1930s but recently its
been enjoying a resurgence in popularity (most of the recent
buzz about the 80-year-old iconic camper has not been in RV
magazines, but in design and fashion books).
S i m p l i c i t y and Calm
In 2011 we’ll be
seeing more
appreciation of
the simple things
in life and enjoying
the beauty of
everyday life. It’s
the idea of local contentment, of being satisfied with what we
have already instead of focusing on acquiring more possessions.
Celebrating truth, honesty and harmony – where things are simple
and slightly imperfect. In the home, we’ll surround ourselves with
functional practical objects that have classic appeal. It’s about
taking time to enjoy our environment. Unrefined, natural materials
are key; look for natural dyes, translucent glazes, worn finishes.
WASTE NOT, WANT NOTIn 2011, all things green will
undoubtedly continue to gain
momentum. Along with more
products made from recycled
materials we’ll also see more
repurposing – where existing
things are modified to fit a
new use or are used in a new
way. Not only does this cut
down on waste, it also saves
money.
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STORY BY ELIZABETH CHILD PHOTOS BY TOM ROSTER
It’s the New Year. Time to lose weight, exercise regularly and read War and Peace. Right? But if you’re like me, and need “to do” lists to get through an average day, resolving to do yet another thing may not be the uplifting launch you need into a new year. For the past few years I’ve been setting a simple “intention” instead of a resolution or a goal. The problem with goal-setting in isolation from creating an intention is summed up perfectly by Physical Therapist Michelle Wieber of Faribault.
“Goal setting is about solving a problem or overcoming a challenge,” Wieber said. “The first thing that comes to mind is to persevere and overcome, which sounds like grinding it out and making it work. That’s not how I want to live my life.”
Last year my intention was two words: Confidence and Courage. My idea was to remind myself not to let self-doubts – often galloping into my brain on old voices of parents and siblings in childhood – overshadow my abilities and desires. Self-doubts are fiendish dementors that suck my soul. They are not who I truly am, but if I let them in, they have the power to become me.
Amy Etzell, owner of Northfield’s Heartwork Yoga studio, advocates setting intentions, too. She says, “An intention is the foundation of who you are. It is something you can check in with every day.” Confidence and courage aren’t goals, but they help me achieve my goals, which fluctuate over time.
As 2010 wound down, I challenged several members of the community to set a New Year’s intention for themselves: two new-to-Northfield presidents – Steven Poskanzer at Carleton College and Mark Henke at Northfield Hospital and Clinics, as well as two leaders in the fitness industry: Physical Therapist Michelle Wieber and Heartwork Yoga owner Amy Etzell. For most, this was a new approach to resolutions, but each one felt lightened instead of burdened by the challenge.
Best Intentions
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PORTRAIT:
Michelle Wieber, 43
Work: Co-Owner and physical therapist at Wieber Physical Therapy, Faribault.
Specialties: Women’s health program, dizziness and balance, orthopedic issues and ergonomic consulting for the workplace.
Home: Faribault
Family: Three children and husband, Dave.
Intention: “To approach issues with creativity. The way I frame an issue changes the way I think about it. It automatically lights a spark of hope for a good outcome. That’s exciting to me.”
Why? As a small business owner she faces financial and personnel challenges. In her personal life she wants to approach exercise creatively by learning a long sequence of Tai Chi, which she can practice in her studio at work.
PORTRAIT:
Mark Henke, 51
Work: President and CEO, Northfield Hospital and Clinics, beginning in 2010.
Home: Northfield
Family: Wife, Joyce, and five children who range in age from 10 to 23.
Intention: “To be ‘in the moment’ and communicate at age-specific levels with each of our children. My intention, which I share with my wife, Joyce, is to be more aware that the perspective of a 10-year-old is very different from that of a 23-year-old – and from the perspective of those with whom I work.”
Why? “At work I’m dealing with serious matters, long term planning and time pressures that can preoccupy me when I get home. When you’re young and not yet working, you’re dealing with what’s happening now and what will happen by the end of the day. I need to come back into that zone.”
Laurin Wolf is a Faribault native studying creative writing at Johns Hopkins University.
PORTRAIT:
Amy Etzell, 42
Work: Owner and teacher, Heartwork Yoga Studio.
Specialties: Chair, relaxation and all levels of yoga, personal fitness training and massage.
Home: Northfield
Family: Husband, Mark, and four children ages 11 to 18.
Intention: “To create space and build quality rather than quantity into my life.”
Why? “About a year ago I was feeling tapped out, but I realized I’m not going to stop doing the things I’m doing. The answer was as simple as adding some space between the events in my life. That keeps me grounded and I feel better.”
PORTRAIT:
Steven Poskanzer, 52
Work: President of Carleton College, beginning in 2010.
Home: Northfield
Family: Wife Jane, a clinical psychologist, and children Jill, 17, and Craig, 15.
Intention: “To strike a healthy balance between immersion in a new job and community, and the ‘rest of life.’”
Why? “As I whole-heartedly throw myself into setting directions for my new College and learning all about Northfield and Minnesota, I need to make sure I still carve out space in my life to take hikes with my family, watch hockey games and – gasp! – read a book that is not about higher education.”
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Set Your IntentionBe alone. Sit comfortably. Have a paper and pen handy. Then begin.
1. Close your eyes and consider: What are my major concerns? What keeps me up at night? Or conversely, what makes me truly happy?
2. Name a quality in your life that, if you embodied it every day, would allow you to feel lightness when approaching relationships, obligations and goals.
Examples:• Say “yes I can” when a new challenge presents itself
• Say “no” to opportunities that don’t truly nurture or inspire you
• Let go of the outcome of situations
• Focus on deepening relationships rather than getting ahead
• Pause to give yourself time to reflect on your truth before answering questions
• Appreciate all things
• Cherish the gifts you already have in your life
3. Write down your intention. Then put your paper aside. Sit quietly and imagine your intention has already come to be. It is part of you now, rather than something to reach for.
Elizabeth Child is the editor of Redoux Home, a yoga instructor and a marketing communications consultant based in Northfield.Tom Roster is a Minnesota and Mississippi-based photographer. See his work at tomroster.com.
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Destination: Red Wing Just Wing It !STORY BY ELIZABETH CHILD PHOTOS BY NICHOLE DAY DIGGINS
Red Wing is a favorite river town for day tripping. It of-fers old-world elegance, contemporary stores, day-spa get-aways, classic dining and a touch of kitsch. This winter, consider extending your day trip into evening or overnight to take advantage of shows at the refur-bished 1904 Sheldon Theater, musical ensembles at Sarah’s Restaurant and a chance to sleep in a quilted, four-poster bed at the St. James Hotel.
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EAT OUTSarah’s Restaurant Sarah’s Restaurant (formerly Norton’s) straddles high-style and casual chic as both a destination and local eatery. It’s arty cocktail lounge and restaurant is now flanked by a small sports bar with big screen TV. Fine wines can be
ordered with a burger and salad or upscale entrées. But nothing is as it seems. Sarah’s takes detours to Vietnam, Spain and the imagination, for instance, smearing smoked pâté into a ham sandwich and adding a side of Nouc Mam Sauce as an accoutrement.
St. James Hotel restaurantsThis grand 19th century hotel is a must-see for first-timers and repeat visitors. Its Veranda restaurant offers Mississippi River views from inside or (in warmer months) out. The sandwiches, salads and entrees are casual and fresh. A massive Sunday brunch buffet is served upstairs with
similar breath-taking views. In the evening, head to Jimmy’s classic British pub or descend to the Port restaurant and bar stashed under the hotel like a secret treasure, and featuring classic American plates. Among them: chicken waffles.
photo courtesy sarahsinredwing.com
photos courtesy st-james-hotel.com
SHOPPING ON MAIN InspiredFounders of Red Wing’s once-popular Lily’s Coffee House (now closed) opened Inspired as a home décor and floral shop. Inspired is heaven for those who like to pour over eclectic design possibilities for their homes, without the antique dust. Cow needlepoint pillow? They have it. Giant vase to create drama? It’s there. Seasonal decorations you’ll cherish from year to year? They’re on it. Inspired’s owners Tom Quanrud and Brian Schneider also offer custom interior design.
Moments on MainCapture moments of silliness, escapism and pleasure. Circling the shop, there’s a moment for collectors of kitsch to ogle souvenir state glasses and pillows. One for pet lovers to coo at bone key clips
and doggie treats, another for me-time lovers to examine the possibilities in bathing and many more for gift-givers to hunt down imaginative tokens of appreciation. Take a moment to peek inside.
Uffda ShopA folksy name belies the artistry inside. Scandinavia has always led the way in simple lines and beautiful patterns. Uffda specializes in contemporary design, with all respect to the traditional favorites. Owner Sara Skyberg says if she could, she’d add four more cases of jewelry. The affordable, classic, mostly silver jewelry is as popular as the patterned Finish china and textiles, elegant carving knives, curving candles and ubiquitous Norwegian wool sweaters.
Red Wing ConfectioneryDietician and former marathon runner Kathy Boos says she stays fit today by making her own confections from scratch. The home crafted editions of our favorite sins are created in the windowed candy kitchen within, where you can watch Boos at her labor of love. You can taste her passion for perfection in the chocolate and caramel covered Fireside and Haralson apples, sea salt milk and dark chocolate caramels, dipped potato chips and, for those who want to temper their indulgence, energy-enhancing mega cookies developed to replace tooth-defying Power Bars with good-for-your-tummy pick-me-ups.
Red Wing Shoe Store and MuseumYou have to travel to Freeport, Maine, for the original L.L. Bean store experience. But you only have to travel to Red Wing, Minnesota, to experience the flagship Red Wing Shoe store. Red Wing is home to Everyman’s iconic work boots, and the factory’s signature store re-opened a year ago with a museum, outlet and the world’s largest work
boot, which stands more than a story high and was rolled down Highway 61 from the factory. Best of all, the store is full of people-sized shoes. In addition to comfortable, sturdy work boots, men and women can find the same fine craftsmanship in stylish clogs, sandals and, of course, varied boot styles.
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BE ENTERTAINED Built in 1904, the Sheldon Theater was first described as a “jewel box” for its delicate and intricate architecture. Funded with $83,000 left by successful businessman Theodore
Sheldon, the theater fell prey to the stock market crash in 1929 and the rise of Hollywood, leading to its transformation into a movie theater with candy cases, red carpeting and drop ceilings. Its historic splendor was revived in 1986 when the people of Red Wing united to support a major renovation to bring the Sheldon back its original luster. Today, the theater is home to regional performances worth a road trip. Here are a few upcoming:
Missoula Children’s Theatre presents The Frog Prince Saturday, January 15, 2 & 7 p.m., Adults $10, Students $6
Missoula Children’s Theatre presents The Wizard of Oz Saturday, January 22, 2 & 7 p.m., Adults $10, Students $6
Church Basement Ladies 2 - Second Helping! Friday, January 28, 2 & 7 p.m. Adults $26, Students $16
Big Walter Smith and the Groove Merchants, Saturday, February 5, 7 p.m. Adults $15, Students $9
Arts Alive Friday, February 18, 7 p.m. & Saturday, February 19, 2 p.m., Adults $13, Students $10
Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra presents Music and the Movies, Saturday, February 26, 7 p.m., Adults $15, Students $9
TRIVIA: Where did the name Red Wing come from?
Why are wine bottles traditionally stored on their sides and not upright?
Answers online at redouxhome.com
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Weathering WinterIf you’re achy, irritable, stiff and cold, let acupuncture pin-point the problem.
STORY BY JODI OHLSEN READ
Sluggish, chilled, itchy dry skin, achy and just plain tired? For some the long dark cold days of winter are less than exhilarating. Other than a warm-weather beach vacation, what can you do to alleviate the winter blahs?
Acupuncture. Needles, really? Definitely, says Jenny Gamer of Pivotal Point Oriental Medicine in Northfield. “Winter hits some people harder than others. What is happening with the weather does affect what is happening inside of us. Winter can send some bodies out of balance – those who are more affected by the cold and dark may feel more stiff, achy, cold. They may have a low mood, feel more irritable or have more trouble with anxiety.”
Acupuncture can be a way to help treat these symptoms by improving the flow of energy, allowing the body to get back in balance, explains Gamer.
What happens at an acupuncture appointment? During the initial visit, patients fill out a questionnaire and spend time talking with Gamer. She also checks a variety of physical signs that help tell her about the patient’s current state – variations in pulse, the tongue, eyes. “I look at the overall person, bigger picture, to figure out what is happening with each individual. Then I can determine the best approach for treatment.”
The experience can be different for each person and can vary a bit from visit to visit. After the intake interview, the patient gets comfortable on the exam table, under a blanket in the quiet, softly lit private room. Gamer will then carefully place the acupuncture needles in precise spots over the body. The number and location of spots depends on the individual’s needs. The needles are extremely thin, a fraction of the size of a typical hypodermic needle. Patients may or may not feel them being placed. Next, the patient rests quietly for 20-30 minutes. When the needles are removed, the patient will likely feel relaxed, perhaps sleepy.
Depending on the condition and symptoms, patients should see significant improvement in three to five sessions. And, acupuncture can be used to treat a wide range of symptoms, says Gamer. From heartburn to tendonitis to anxiety, it is a way of addressing whole body health, in any season.
Jodi Ohlsen Read is an artisan cheesemaker and co-owner of Shepherd’s Way Farms.
aboutacupunctureAcupuncture is a Chinese therapy that’s been used for centuries. It is based on the theory that there is energy, or qi (‘chi’) flowing through our bodies. Acupuncturists unblock and rebalance the flow of qi to restore health.
There are dozens of conditions treated with acupuncture, including headaches and migraines, menstrual cramps, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, carpal tunnel, asthma, allergies, stress, fatigue and emotional conditions to name just a few.
In China, acupuncture has been used instead of anesthesia on fully-awake patients undergoing major surgery.
Many doctors and researchers believe that acupuncture works by stimulating the release of transmitter chemicals (such as endorphins and monoamines) that inhibit pain signals by blocking their path through the spinal cord. It also releases hormones and chemicals which aid in fighting inflammation, healing wounds and inducing nerve regeneration.
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Stronger. Healthier. Smarter.Exercise does more than tone your body and help you lose weight. Studies show it also protects against disease and boosts brainpower.
Exercise. We hear over and over that we need more of it in our lives. By now, virtually everyone knows that exercise is good for us. But we may be surprised to know just how good it really is.
People who are physically active live longer. They also face significantly lower risks for all kinds of diseases, including heart disease, cancer, diabetes and other illnesses. And it’s not just your body that benefits from regular exercise. Study after study shows that exercise promotes overall wellness and mental health as well. In fact, regular exercise can be just as effective as medication for treating certain illnesses such as depression, ADHD, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases. No matter what your age, research suggests that a strong, active body is crucial for a strong, active mind.
Therese Smiens, an instructor at the Northfield Athletic Club, says when someone gets into the routine of fitness, they have an overall happier demeanor and better posture. “We find that that many people really enjoy the social aspect of their workout routine. They are inspired by the camaraderie of seeing of seeing everyone here working hard to look and feel good. I can also see people becoming more confident. They stand up straighter and take more care in their dress. And once people start feeling good, they start looking into nutritional information to help their climb into this new healthier lifestyle.”
One way exercise helps our brains is in the creation of new brain cells. Until the mid-'90s, scientists thought the loss of brain cells as we age was permanent. But studies over the past decade and a half have shown that neurogenesis (the creation of new brain cells) in parts of the brain can be easily induced with exercise. Not only will you be happier, you’ll also function better. The areas of the brain stimulated during exercise are those areas responsible for happiness, memory and learning. They also have more of the feel-good chemicals dopamine and serotonin. That’s why a workout can help with focus and make you feel calmer and happier. And it’s not just new cells that help our brains run more smoothly: Scientists have found that aerobic exercise can cause older nerve cells to form dense, interconnected webs which make the brain run faster and more efficiently.
Smiens says it’s important to make physical activity part of your lifestyle, but you have to burn energy to create energy. “Most people don’t know what ‘good’ feels like. People who work out have more of a spring in their step and more energy to deal with every day life.”
The bottom line: Some exercise is better than none, more exercise is typically better than less exercise, and no exercise at all can be detrimental.
Body Pump® classes are among the most popular offerings at Northfield Athletic Club. The 60-minute workouts challenge all major muscle groups and burn 500 calories per session.
Therese Smiens enjoys helping people change their lives. “It is the best job in the world to work with people as they transform themselves to a healthy lifestyle. I get excited at work when people tell me they have dropped weight or that their cholesterol has come into the heathy range after just weeks of working out.”
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The Department of Health and Human Services recommends
150 minutes per week of moderate aerobic activity or 75
minutes a week of vigorous aerobic activity (spinning / run-
ning / brisk walking), and two weight-training sessions.
rec
ipe tomato bisque soup
Serves 4 – 6Cooking time: 45 minutes
RAFAEL PEREZExecutive Chef at Northfield Golf Club
Ingredients
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon minced bacon (about 1/2 ounce)
1 Spanish onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
5 cups chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned
1 (28-oz.) can whole, peeled tomatoes (with liquid), roughly chopped
3 parsley sprigs
3 fresh thyme sprigs
1 bay leaf
1 cup heavy cream
1 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
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Directions
Heat the butter in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook, stirring until crisp and most of the fat has rendered, about 1 minute. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside. Lower the heat to medium, add the onion, carrots, celery and garlic and cook, covered, stirring occasionally until soft and fragrant, about 8 minutes.
Stir in the flour and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Pour in the broth and tomatoes and bring to a boil while whisking constantly. Tie the parsley sprigs, thyme and bay leaf together with a piece of kitchen twine and add to the pot. Lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
When the soup base is cool, remove and discard the herb bundle.
Working in batches, transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until smooth. Using a sieve over a large bowl, strain the tomato puree. Return the puree to the pot and reheat over medium heat.
Whisk the heavy cream and salt into the soup and season with pepper to taste. Divide among warm soup bowls and serve immediately.
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THE 2010-2011 FESLER-LAMPERT PERFORMING ARTS SERIES
Shattuck-St.Mary’s School Presents...
CELEBRATING OUR 25TH SEASON...
Rhythmic Circus SEPT. 9, 2010
The Princess and the Pea SEPT. 25, 2010PRESENTED BY MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE
Tanner Taylor Trio OCT. 14, 2010
Igor Stravinsky’s “L’Histoire Du Soldat” JAN. 6, 2011
Eisenhower Dance Ensemble JAN. 20, 2011
My Antonia MAR. 24, 2011PRESENTED BY ILLUSION THEATER
Chic Gamine MAR. 31, 2011
The Sweet Land Project APR. 6 & 7, 2011
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Capture the Beauty of the Season
BY PATSY DEW
Snow and ice may be difficult to traverse, but they provide wonderful photographic opportunities. There is beauty in the white backdrop and the simplicity of the landscape. Snow accentuating the shapes of nature often hidden by foliage.
When taking pictures in winter, be sure to dress for the adventure. I wear a pair of thin gloves under warm mittens, so I can still have a thin covering when I want to work the controls on the camera, but have the warm mitten to return to in between shots.
Watch the weather. Special winter moments often come during or right after a major weather event.
• Weather inversions give us those gorgeous hoarfrosts – usually only one or two each winter, but last year we had five! Hoarfrosts build overnight. The best time to photograph them is just as the sun is starting to shine, before the sun has started to destroy the frost build-up.
• Snowstorms during the daytime add atmosphere to your shots. Try capturing the mystery of snow falling on a street-lit site at night if you use a long exposure with the camera on a tripod.
• Just after a storm the snow is fresh and fluffy, outlining trees and buildings. That also is a good time to catch people playing in the snow.
• The day after a new snow is the time to capture creative snow sculptures and patterns such as animal or ski tracks.
• An ice storm leaves the world covered with glitter. Try to catch the moment in between the sun first coming out and that when the ice starts to melt and fall off of everything.
Proper exposure can be tricky in winter. Most modern digital cameras have pre-sets, including one for “snow.” Try that, but also try the ‘auto’ setting. Digital cameras make experimentation so affordable. I have found that in general “overexposing” snow and “underexposing” ice achieves what I am looking for. Photos by Northfield-based photographer Patsy Dew on pages 26, 27 and cover. See more of her work at patsydewpix.com.
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THURSDAY, JANUARY 6IGOR STRAVINSKY’S “L’HISTOIRE DU SOLDAT”Shattuck-St. Mary’s in Faribault. For tickets: Contact [email protected] or 507.333.1631
JANUARY 7 - FEBRUARY 27, 2011 • OPENING RECEPTION: 4:00 - 6:00 PM SAT., JAN. 8“CELEBRATING A DREAM” RED WING ARTS ASSOCIATION MEMBER EXHIBITTo initiate the 2011 gallery season, the RWAA is heralding the everyday, yet extraordinary phenomenon of dreaming. This member exhibit will be installed in the Veeder Gallery. redwingartsassociation.org
THOUGH THURSDAY, JANUARY 8ANNUAL MEMBERS SHOWNorthfield Arts Guild gallery. Northfieldartsguild.org
SATURDAY, JANUARY 12 THOUGH SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19FILL IN THE BLANKSPaintings of Jack Dale and sculpture by Kate Fisher. Northfield Arts Guild gallery
MONDAY, JANUARY 14 TO SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26A LIFETIME OF ART: THE RHODY YULE COLLECTION AND FOUND UPON THE WATERS: A COLLECTION OF WORKS By Adam Kuehnel, Faribault’s Paradise Center for the Arts. Paradisecenterforthearts.org
THURSDAY, JANUARY 20EISENHOWER DANCE ENSEMBLEMichigan’s premier dance companyShattuck-St. Mary’s in Faribault. For tickets: Contact [email protected] or 507.333.1631
THURSDAY, JANUARY 27 TO SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 6ST. PAUL WINTER CARNIVALLook for the Ice Bar, featuring Cannon River Winery’s new Ice Wine. Winter-carnival.com
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 7:30 P.M.ST. OLAF BAND St. Olaf College, Skoglund Center Auditorium, free
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 3:30 P.M.ST. OLAF CHOIRSt. Olaf College, Boe Chapel, free
FRIDAY & SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 & 19, 10 A.M.RED WING ARTS ASSOCIATION’S 2ND ANNUAL “WINTER PLEIN AIR EVENTThis informal outdoor paint session starts at the Depot Gallery with coffee and pastries. A $5 entry fee is requested. Fees will be combined to award “Best of Show.” Come for the camaraderie and fun in defying the elements to paint outdoors during a Minnesota winter. redwingartsassociation.org
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18 THROUGH SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 20LINDY FESTA fabulous weekend of workshops and dances held annually at St Olaf College. [email protected]
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