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October events calendar......................................... 6 Young Auditorium 2017-18 season............................... 7 Autumn is for apples......................................11 Safari park celebrates its first anniversary..........................17 Autumn Bridal Guide........................................... 21 The Landing offers rustic elegance.............................. 23 Weddings at the ski hill..................................... 31 Fall festivals........................................ 39 Lake Geneva’s Oktoberfest................................... 40 Canopy tour provider opens new welcome center............. 43 Craft beers enhance local flavor....................... 45 Advertisers index.............................................51

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THE COLORS OF AUTUMN A bright orange pumpkin, a rusty tricycle and wildflowers expending a last gasp of color before a frost ends their summer holiday are but a few reminders that autumn is upon us in the Geneva Lakes area. It’s a special season, marked by cool nights, sunny days and nature’s spectacular fall palette of color. So what’s the best way to enjoy these fleeting moments? Get out there – whether it’s picking apples with the family, a hayride with your sweetie or special Oktoberfest brew at the local festival.

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Fall Fest Barrel Racing, Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. walworthcountyfair.com (262) 723-3228.

offered every Friday morning from 9 to 10:15 a.m. through October. Meet at the main entrance on Highway 67, Williams Bay.

21 Peoples Bank Oktoberfest 5K

Haunted Hayrides - Ghosts and ghouls will invade the Dan Patch Stables and woods, 7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva, each Friday and Saturday in October from 6 p.m. to midnight. The Haunted Hayride will also run on Sunday, Oct. 8. $15 ages 11 and older; $8 ages 4-10.

Death and Mourning in the Victorian Era – Victorian Americans embraced death as a cause for elaborate ritual. This program will feature a presentation on Victorian funeral and mourning customs, a first-floor house tour at Black Point Estate, and narrated lake boat tour of maritime mishaps on the Lake Geneva Cruise Line. For more information visit www. blackpointestate.org or call (262) 248-1888. Tickets are $44 per person and include the cruise. To purchase tickets, visit the Lake Geneva Cruise Line at www.cruiselakegeneva. com or call (262) 248-6206.

7-8 Lake Geneva Oktoberfest – 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday on the 200 block of Broad Street and Flat Iron Park. There will be German food and craft booths in downtown Lake Geneva, as well as hayrides, pony rides, bounce houses and fallthemed activities. Shuttles will run from Home Depot and U.S. Bank. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 Singing Pumpkins, 7 to 9 p.m., Edgewater Park, Williams Bay. (262) 245-2720, www. wbrecdept.com

7, 14, 21, 28 Walworth County farmers market – Veterans Park on the downtown square, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. (262) 7237733. 7, 14, 21, 28

– Geneva Outdoor Market at the corner of highways H and NN, a mile from Lake Geneva. Local vendors selling produce, farm products and unique craft items. 8 a.m. to noon.

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Old World Wisconsin Autumn on the Farms events will feature different seasonal activities in October. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Check the Old World Wisconsin web site for information on each weekend’s special activities. Adults (18-64) $19; children (5-17) $10; (children 4 and under are free); Senior citizens (65 and over) $16. Fees include an all-day tram transportation pass. Parking is free.

13 Guided Hike at Kishwauketoe

Nature Conservancy – Free guided hikes

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Run, 2-mile walk, 8 to 11 a.m., Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Registration includes long sleeve shirt, sports pack, water bottle and a free drink ticket for Elkhorn’s Oktoberfest for participants 21 and older. Register early for discounted price. Info: Oktoberfest@peoplesbankwi.com

21 The 12th Annual Oktoberfest, a

growing favorite event in the Elkhorn community that fills the town with fun, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit the more than 100 crafters and vendors showcasing handcrafted items, antiques, produce and plants in the downtown square. Stop by the north parking lot of the government center for the 5th Annual Oktoberfest Car Show, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kids activities will include games, pumpkin decorating, a bounce house, slides and more. For food there will be a chili cook-off, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and a variety of food vendors. Adults are invited to stop inside Pocket Park for the wine and beer tasting between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Several live entertainment acts will perform. General admission is free; wine and beer tent is $6 for tastings and $12 to take home a commemorative Oktoberfest glass. (262) 7235788 or info@elkhornchamber.com.

25 Legends and Love Songs at

Rosewood – Regular performers Mark, Gretch and Jo expand one of their most popular shows with guest artist, John “Ludy” Puleo performing hits of Elvis, Diana Ross, Tom Jones, Barbara Streisand, Barry Manilow, Aretha Franklin, Roy Orbison, Patsy Cline, Frank Sinatra, and Celine Dion and more. Ticket includes farm-totable, chef-attended dinner stations. 12:30 to 3 p.m. at Rosewood, 2484 Highway O South, Delavan.

27 Spooky Walk, 8 to 9 p.m., Kishwauketoe Nature Conservatory, Williams Bay. For those witches and werewolves who are looking for something scarier. (262) 245-2720, www. wbrecdept.com

28 Annual Scare on the Square, 2 to

4 p.m., Veterans Park in downtown Elkhorn. Fall fun for the entire family, featuring kids’ activities, storytelling, a costume contest and more. Hosted by the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce, the Elkhorn Recreation Department and Mercy Health System.

Although we strive to provide accurate information about area events, dates and times may change or events may be cancelled. Please call ahead to verify before making travel plans.

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2017-18 YOUNG AUDITORIUM SEASON

From Jersey Boys to the Beatles and beyond by Ryan Spoehr STAFF WRITER

From “Jersey Boys” to the “Beatles Experience,” the 2017-18 season at Young Auditorium at the University of WisconsinWhitewater offers a musical and theater experience that pays tribute to some of the best performers in the music industry. But the season doesn’t stop there. From current affairs to opera for toddlers, the Young Auditorium covers a wide range of interests and ages. The season continues this month with Pulitzer-prize winning journalist Paul Moses speaking about his award-winning book, “The Saint and The Sultan: The Crusades, Islam and Francis of Assisi’s Mission of Peace.” This free event on Monday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m. is a kick-off for a program through Thursday, Oct. 5. Beginning Oct. 3, the auditorium will host the movie premiere of “The Sultan and the Saint.” The program is dedicated to the little-known episode in Francis of Assisi’s life that illustrated his calling to peace. The film details a Muslim perspective of the time period. A panel discussion will explore the issues facing Christian and Muslim cultures then and now. It is a free event, but tickets are required.

A Beatles Experience

Next up for the Young Auditorium will be “Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience.” In what is being billed as an interactive concert experience, patrons will be able to create the setlist.

As people enter the auditorium for the Oct. 14 event, they will be prompted to submit their favorite Beatles song and a reason for the selection. Responses will help determine which songs are to be performed by a band anchored by brothers Matthew, Billy and Ryan McGuigan. Ticket prices for this event are $30.50, $25.50 and $19.50.

‘One Drop of Love’

An event that will be a part of the 2017 Campus Diversity Forum, “One Drop of Love” is a multimedia one-woman show exploring intersections of gender, class and race in a search of love, justice and truth. The production is written and performed by Fanshen Cox DiGiovanni, and produced Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. This encourages audience interaction while Fanshen uses her family’s search for identity to stimulate conversations about racial topics. The event, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m., is appropriate for ages 12 and older. It is a free event, but tickets are required.

‘It Gets Better’

The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles will hit the stage at Young Auditorium as a part of the 2017 Campus Diversity Forum. Local choirs will also take the stage for a performance that will feature narratives of growing up gay. “It Gets Better” starts at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 19. There will be a question-and-answer session following the performance.

Jersey Boys

Tony-award winning “Jersey Boys” will be up next to take

“Jersey Boys,” the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Season is slated for Oct. 25 at 7 p.m.

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“Yesterday & Today - The Interactive Beatles Experience,” is slated for Oct. 14 at 7:30 p.m.

theatergoers behind the music and give them a look into the story Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. The Best Musical winner at the Tony Awards provides a perspective on how the group became one of the most successful in pop music history. The Jersey Boys musical is Oct. 25 at 7 p.m.

present its version of the Shakespeare classic “Hamlet” on Nov. 9 at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices for the event are $29.50, $25.50 or $19.50, or $16 for students.

‘Judy Blue Eyes’ performs

Judy Collins, also known as “Judy Blue Eyes, has been singing on stages since the 1960s, and she will continue onto the Young Auditorium stage on Nov. 18 at 7:30. Ticket prices are $39.50, $34.50 or $29.50.

Opera for toddlers

Billed as opera for toddlers, “Up in the Mountains” features an individual storyteller using song, gestures, video projection and expressive sounds to tell a fairy tale and entertain the young ones. Each performance is about 20 minutes in length. The performances are on Nov. 3 at 10 a.m. and 11:15 a.m., and Nov. 4 at 1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. They are free events, but tickets are required.

Authentic folk The children’s show, “Opera for Toddlers - Up in the Mountains,” features multiple performances on Nov. 3 and 4.

U.S. Army Field Band

Jazz ambassadors of the United States Army Field Band will hit the stage on Nov. 5. A 19-member ensemble, the group features big band swing, bebop, Latin, contemporary jazz, standards, popular tunes, Dixieland, vocals and patriotic selections. This free event is at 3 p.m. Nov. 5. Tickets are required.

‘STOMP’ing to stage

The Broadway production, “STOMP,” will make its way to the Young Auditorium with an eight-member troupe that uses anything except conventional percussion instruments. That list includes matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters and hubcaps. The event is Nov. 7 at 7 p.m.

‘Sense and Sensibility’

The Aquila Theatre Company adaptation of the Jane Austen novel “Sense and Sensibility” will bring its story of seduction, courtship, love, heartbreak and surprise to the Young Auditorium on Nov. 8. Ticket prices are $29.50, $25.50 or $19.50, or $16 for students.

Aquila adaptation of Shakespearean classic

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The Tamburitzans, with their authentic folk dances, live music and costumes, will give the Young Auditorium audience a tour of European cultures when they perform on Nov. 20 at 7:30. During the performance, The Tamburitzans will convey historic customs of Croatia, Germany, Slovakia, Russia and

other European nations. Ticket prices for the event are $29.50, $24.50 or $19.50.

Fame and corruption

“Chicago: The Musical,” will hit the Young Auditorium stage to tell a tale of fame and corruption through knockout dancing and song after song. Set in Chicago during the roaring 20s, the story tells the tale of two rival vaudevillian murderesses both with tunnel vision on success in show business. The event is Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. Ticket prices are $55.50, $45.50 or $30.50.

Dance Factory’s ‘Nutcracker’

Dancers from The Dance Factory will perform its version of the holiday classic “The Nutcracker” before audiences at the auditorium at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Dec. 16. Ticket prices are $22.50, $20.50 or $15.50.

Sing-A-Long Sound of Music

Those who have wanted to sing along with a musical when they are in the audience are in luck, as a special presentation of The Sound of Music will give them that opportunity.

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The Broadway musical, “Chicago,” is Dec. 9, at 7 p.m.

On Jan. 27 at 3 p.m., there will be a showing of The Sound of Music and people may sing along. A professional host will lead the way in the “Sing-A-Long Sound of Music” by showing audience members how to use a free interactive prop bag and suggesting appropriate heckles, including hissing the countess, barking at Rolf and cheering for Julie. Lyrics for songs will be on the screen during the showing. Tickets are free for the event.

Country royalty tribute

Katie Deal and Obie award-winner Jason Petty will pay tribute to country music icons Hank Williams and Patsy Cline for the Young Auditorium audience on Feb. 10 at 7:30 p.m. They will perform more than 20 chart-topping hits with a live band. Ticket prices are $32.50, $27.50 or $22.50.

‘A Busy Bee’

The Florentine Opera will present a play as part of the “Never Too Young Series” on “A Busy Bee” named Bella. Based on a children’s story, the production is about teamwork, respect and perseverance. Children will be seated on stage to give a unique, up-close perspective. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for ages 2 to 11 and free for those younger than 2. The performance is on Feb. 11 at 3 p.m.

Sing-A-Long Sound of Music is scheduled for Jan. 27 at 3 p.m.

‘Hair and Other Stories’

The Urban Bush Women, a performing arts group that challenges long-held assumptions about women, people of color, body types, movement styles, society, history and appropriate stage content, will present “Hair and Other Stories” on Feb. 20 at 7:30 p.m., weaving contemporary dance, music and text with history culture and spiritual traditions of AfricanAmericans and the African Diaspora, while exploring the transformation of struggle and suffering into the bittersweet joy of survival.

Missoula presents ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’

Missoula Children’s Theatre, the nation’s largest touring children’s theatre, will take its tour to the auditorium and integrate local children into a presentation of “Jack and the Beanstalk.” The theatre will host open auditions to cast 50-60 local students in the week leading up to the Feb. 24 performance at 2 p.m. The show is rehearsed throughout the week with a public performance on Saturday, Feb. 24 at 2 p.m. Tickets for the performance are $14.50, $12.50 or $9.50, and $9.50 for students. Auditions will take place for children in kindergarten and grades one through 12 on Monday, Feb. 19 at 4 p.m. Call (262) 472-1432 for more information.

M5 Mexican Brass

Mixing music, energy and humor, the Latin American quintet M5 Mexican Brass will hit the Young Auditorium stage on Feb. 26 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $22.

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Rodgers and Hammerstein’s ‘Cinderella’

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s ‘Cinderella,’ a Tony Awardwinning Broadway musical, will present the classic tale with moments like the pumpkin, glass slipper, the masked ball and more, and some new twist snuck in here and there. The event is March 4 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $53.50, $43.50 or $30.50.

2 nights of American Shakespeare Center

The American Shakespeare Center will have two straight nights of performances presenting its versions of two Shakespearean classics. The first, “Taming of the Shrew,” will be on March 13 at 7:30 p.m. The second, “Macbeth,” will hit the stage on March 14 at 7:30 p.m. The ticket prices for the shows are $26.50, $20.50 or $16.50, or $16 for students.

Horizons Family Series has Dr. Seuss classic

The Dr. Seuss classic “The Cat in the Hat” will be a part of a family show hitting the stage on April 8 at 3 p.m. Tickets for the production are $16.50, $14.50 or $9.50, or $9.50 for students.

‘A Space Odyssey’

The 2017-18 Young Auditorium season will conclude with a presentation of “Lightwire Theater – Moon Mouse: A Space Odyssey.” The event, April 27 at 7:30 p.m., will have electroluminescent technology to create glow-in-the-dark theatrical performance with colorful, vibrant lights helping tell the story of Marvin the mouse,

“Country Royalty” features Jason Petty and Katy Deal paying tribute to Hank WIlliams and Patsy Cline. The show is Feb. 10 at 7:30 p.m.

as he embarks on a space adventure. Tickets are $22.50, $20.50 or $15.50. Students may watch the presentation for free.

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Area orchards provide bushels of possibility When thereâ€™s crispness in the autumn air, thereâ€™s nothing quite like taking a bite out of a crisp, locally grown apple. Apple orchards are synonymous with fall in Wisconsin and provide great destinations for family outings that are rewarded with bushels of possibility. Turn the page for a closer look at some of the orchards in the Geneva Lakes area:

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Flowers grown by Hafs Road Orchard co-owner Debbie Polansky and a pumpkin patch bring vivid autumn colors to the orchard in Genoa City.

Apple Barn Orchard, Elkhorn

Crisp & Juicy... Honeycrisp Over 45 Varieties of APPLES Handmade Honeycrisp Caramel Apples, Honey, Fresh Cider, Gourds, Pumpkins & Fall Decorations

Open daily thru Halloween Mon - Fri 12 - 5 Sat - Sun 9-5

The Apple Barn is an orchard owned by Steve and Judy Jacobson on land the family has owned since 1848. Visitors will usually find some members of the family present, whether Steve or Judy or one of their daughters and sometimes all of them. Visitors will start by checking out all the available apples ready for purchase. But most will be sidetracked by the many baked goods, from pies to cobblers and muffins. The Jacobsons added a tasting room several years ago that is used to sample their homemade fruit wines and ciders. While most people have heard of a Black Cow, that iconic mixture of root beer and vanilla ice cream, at Apple Barn they offer a Cider Cow. It’s a combination of fresh cider topped with vanilla gelato. Outside the store, visitors may enjoy the ambience of the comfortable lawn chairs and picnic tables and breathe in the fresh country air. Many of the visitors come from the Chicago area. The Apple Barn is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Self-picking is allowed on weekends in October. The Apple Barn is atW6384 Sugar Creek, Elkhorn. For more information, visit the website www.theapplebarnorchardandwinery. com or call (262) 728-3266 for information.

Brightonwoods Orchard, Burlington

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SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR DIRECTIONS 262-279-3638 • W632 Hafs Road • Genoa City, WI 53128

Brightonwoods Orchard is owned by Judith and Bill Stone and Judith’s sister Paula Duntenney and has evolved from a three-acre orchard purchased by Judith and Paula’s parents as a weekend retreat in the 1950s. It has become an 18-acre orchard that produces 200 varieties of apples and 12 varieties of pears. The orchard focuses on preserving heirloom varieties and

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testing new experimental varieties along with growing standard commercial varieties. Brightonwoods does not allow people to pick their own apples due to the large trees, but does allow visitors to walk through the orchard to view the various types of trees. Walking through the orchards is a peaceful experience and interesting to see the different ways the trees are planted. Samples are offered of the various apples to help customers make a choice. Bill Stone, a retired physician, explained that his orchard uses four different methods of planting trees for maximum yield. The high-density method allows the planting of 600-700 trees per acre rather than the more traditional 100 trees. This method of planting allows higher yield and higher quality fruit. Brightonwoods is also well known for its cider made on site using their apples. A free sample is offered to all visitors. The orchard is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you don’t have the time to drive out to Brightonwoods, you have a chance to pick up their apples at nearby farmers markets through October. Check the website www.brightonwoodsorchard. com for market locations. Brightonwoods Orchard is at 1072 288th Ave., Burlington. The telephone number is (262) 878-3000.

The Polanskys, who acquired the land from the Hafs, went from 400 trees to 2,000, according to Debbie. Instead of full-sized trees, they transitioned to dwarf trees, to allow them grow closer together. While they have more than 40 varieties of apples, the honey crisp apple jump-started the operation in 1992, according to Richard Polansky. The Honeycrisp was introduced at the University of Minnesota, and tested on the Hafs Road Orchard in 1992, starting with 60 trees as a trial. Since then, they have nurtured more than 1,000 honey crisp trees on the property. Honeycrisp, Richard states, is an apple that packs a punch, and leaves customers salivating for more. “What is different about them, is the cells of a honey crisp apple are about twice the size of a normal apple, so they hold more juice,” he said. “The texture of the honey crisp is a gamechanger in the apple industry.” As the Polanskys tout the honey crisp, their plot of land welcomes visitors with bright and vibrant flowers grown by Debbie, who was a longtime employee of the Burlington Garden Center. Adding to the bountiful flowers are neatly stacked pumpkins, a crop the Polanskys pursued when they bought the land 34 years Hafs Road Orchard, Genoa City earlier. In operation since the 1930s when it had 400 trees, Hafs Road Hafs Road Orchard is at W632 Hafs Rd., Genoa City. The Orchard has expanded since Richard and Debbie Polansky bought telephone number is (262) 279-3638. In October, the orchard is the 14-acre plot in 1982. open noon to 5 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends.

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Some area apple orchards offer the options for visitors to pick their own fruit. Others offer fruit that has already been picked, but allow customers to stroll through the orchard and soak up sunny fall days.

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Whether it’s eating them right off the tree or using them in a favorite recipe, apples from sweetto-sour remain a traditional fall-season treat.

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YOU KNOW WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT AN APPLE A DAY Here are some facts and tips about apples from the Wisconsin Apple Growers Association:

Eating right

• Antioxidants, especially quercetin, in apples and apple products play an essential role in reducing risks of prevalent diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer’s. • Apple consumption increases the number of good gut bacteria. • Eating one apple a day for four weeks lowered blood levels of oxidized LDL, the “bad cholesterol,” by 40 percent. • Ursolic acid, a natural compound found in the apple’s skin, may prevent muscle wasting that can result from aging or illness. • Pectin in apples is a good source of soluble fiber.

Keeping it fresh

• Store small quantities in your refrigerator, in plastic bags in the crisper – between 34 and 40 degrees. Don’t allow them to freeze. Apples can absorb odors from other foods, keeping apples in plastic bags prevents this and helps apples retain their own moisture. • Apples ripen six to 10 times faster at room temperature than if they were refrigerated. One or two days sitting on a counter top and the fresh crunch of your apple is lost forever. • Lemon juice helps prevent apple discoloration. Sprinkle a little lemon juice on sliced apples before adding to salads.

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Sordid and Scandalous Walking tour to explore Lake Geneva’s dark side

Just in time for Halloween, The Wisconsin Historical Society is offering its Sordid and Scandalous walking tour of Lake Geneva on three consecutive Saturdays in October. The tour will highlight the historic gossip of the area, including the dish on a 1950s bank robbery, the town’s tie to prohibition gangsters and tales of the Geneva Lake Sea Serpent. The walking tour is Slated for Oct. 7, 14 and 21 beginning at 11 a.m. Participants gather in front of the Riviera building, 812 Wrigley Dr., Lake Geneva. The tour will cover roughly 1.5 miles over 90 minutes. The tour grew out of the Legends and Landmarks walking tour, now in its third year. Both tours were developed by Wisconsin Historical Society staff working at Black Point Estate and Gardens. “We offer a fairly traditional walking tour during the summers and while the emphasis is on architecture and history, our attendees

really responded favorably to the stories of mobsters, speak-easies, the 1967 riots and bank robberies” said Black Point Director Dave Desimone. This interest prompted the development of a “sordid” tour last year. “We came up with the name Sordid and Scandalous before we completed the research. Had we waited to name the tour, a more appropriate title would have been Mobsters, Masked Men and Melting Ice!” Desimone said. The melting ice is in reference to the 2015 Winterfest fiasco – where several cars sunk into the lake – that made international news. Tickets for each date are limited to 40 people so reservations are recommended. To purchase tickets, call Black Point Estate and Gardens at (262) 248-1888.

Dining Directory

MARS RESORT • W 4098 S. Shore Dr., Lake Geneva. 262-245-5689. A classic Wisconsin Supper Club on the shores of Lake Como. Newly updated Piano Bar, live music in the summer. Open daily: 11am. Out of this world ribs and spectacular sunsets! L, D, FF, $$ SPRECHER’S RESTAURANT & PUB • 111 Center St., Lake Geneva. 262-248-7047. www.sprecherspub. com Online ordering now available. Happy hour specials Sun.-Fri. Craft beers and gourmet sodas. America’s favorite family brew pub. L, D, FF $-$$  CHUCK’S LAKESHORE INN • 352 Lake St., Fontana. 262-275-3222. www.chuckslakeshoreinn.com On the lake in Fontana. Kitchen open: 11am-9pm. Bar open: 11am-Close. L, D, FF $ GINO’S EAST OF CHICAGO • 300 Wrigley Dr., Lake Geneva. 262-2482525. www.ginoseastlakegeneva. com. Chicago’s original deep dish pizza, Italian sandwiches, salads and entrees. L, D, $-$$ 

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THE CHALET • W6904 County Rd. A, Elkhorn. Known for our fresh fish, oysters & salmon. Open Thurs., Fri. and Sat. 5pm-9pm. D, FF $$

YE OLDE HOTEL HISTORIC BAR & RESTAURANT • Minutes from Lake Geneva in downtown Lyons, WI 262-763-2701. Great Food with Great Friends at a Great Value. Open Wed.Sun at 4pm. Like us on Facebook for daily specials. D 

RIGA-TONY’S DELICATEZZI ITALIANO • 5576 C State Rd. 50, Delavan (in the Dairy Queen Plaza). 262-740-2540. Spring hours: Open Tues.-Sat. L, D $

FITZGERALD’S GENOA JUNCTION • Hwy. B, Genoa City. 262-279-5200. Featuring famous fish boils all year ‘round. Open Wed.-Sun. (summer), Thurs.-Sun. (winter). D, FF $$ LUCKE’S CANTINA FOOD & SPIRITS • 220 Elkhorn Rd., Williams Bay. 262-245-6666. Choose from 15 draft beers. Open 7 days a week from 11am. L, D, $  MOYS RESTAURANT • In the historic square, 3 N. Wisconsin St., Elkhorn. 262-723-3993. Chinese and American cuisine. Open 6 days a week, closed Monday. L, D, $$ 

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A Watusi, a long-horned cow that originated in central Africa, pokes her head under the bench of the wagon transporting visitors at the Lake Geneva Safari.

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State’s only safari park celebrates one year by Vicky Wedig

LAKE GENEVA RESERVE IS LIFELONG PLAN OF ‘JUNGLE JAY’

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Jay Christie’s childhood dream turned into Wisconsin’s first and only safari park – a 75acre preserve in the Village of Bloomfield where animals like camels, bison and longhorn cattle roam. “I’d wanted to do this since I was about 10,” said Christie, who opened Lake Geneva Safari one year ago Sunday. The park celebrated its one-year anniversary in August on a rainy morning that gave way to sunshine by midday with $1 off admission. Christie said he was around zoos, animals and pets his whole life – most recently with the Racine Zoo – and always wanted to release the animals from their cages and allow them to roam in a vaster area than zoos permit. “Couldn’t you flip the zoo concept on its head … and put people in the cage?” Christie said. With that question in mind and a lifelong planning process through his work in zoos SPIRIT of GENEVA LAKES

Burlington H igh School F ootball - Early H istory THE EARLY HISTORY OF BURLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL* In 1953, the Standard Democrat published a series of articles, prepared by Carl F. Treichel, long-time teacher and coach at Burlington high school, on the history of football at the school. The series covered the history from 1915 through 1952, the last year that Harry “Dinty” Moore coached football at BHS. The articles were accompanied by photos of several teams. Those photos, although of poor quality, are included with this series of articles, as are other photos from the collection of the Burlington Historical Society. Standard Democrat, September 10, 1953 Colorful History of Football at Burlington High School Told; First Season Was Rough Editor’s Note: This is the first in a series on the football history of Burlington high school, prepared through the efforts of Carl Treichel.

Back in the days when one AKaiser Bill@ was trying to run the world, when Chief Beller was running our town almost singlehandedly, and our dear ladies thought they could run our country better if they only had the right to vote, a few boys who were not satisfied with the way Burlington high school athletics were run, ambled down to Supt. Witter=s office and asked his permission to start a football team. This was in 1915. Mr Witter consented, providing the boys raised their own funds needed to buy equipment. Four teams of two boys each solicited the business places about town and collected around $80 (about as much as two football uniforms cost today) (Historical Society note: 1953), which fund was enough to buy pants and helmets only. Football shoes were provided by

the boys themselves. They merely took an old pair of high cut shoes such as were commonly worn in those days and had the cobbler nail leather cleats onto the soles and heels. The boys also provided their own socks (stockings) and shirts or jerseys, and in place of shoulder pads the lads had their mothers sew padding into the inside of the jerseys. The squad was made up of about 25 candidates, which number dwindled to around 15. There were seldom two squads present, so the coach shifted one side of the line around in front of the other for scrimmage. Harry S. Young was the coach. Carl Beller was the first captain, and Ed Jahns was manager. Ed played center and was later replaced by APete@ Newbury as manager. Pete, it is told, presented the cheerleaders with a box of candy at the end of the season for their fine work at the games. Mr. Young deserved credit for providing much of the drive and organization to get the game started. Practice was held on the Cooper schoolAflat,@ which at that time was covered largely with a surface layer of gravel and partly submerged boulders. At the beginning of each season Mr. Young organized a crew of boys with picks, shovels, and wheelbarrows, to remove the worst and largest stones. The team had only one ball and by the end of the season this ball was almost round and the ends were worn through. The games were played at ACentral park,@ which was a hayfield where the Elmhurst addition now is located. (Historical Society note: The Elmhurst addition, formerly the Charles Ball farm, is on the north side of W. State Street between Elmwood Avenue and N. Kendrick Avenue.)

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Layla the camel walks alongside the wagon as Jay Christie, “Jungle Jay,” leads a tour at the Lake Geneva Safari.

and safari parks in the United States and Canada, Christie began researching site on which to open his own safari park. He looked at more than 60 sites and settled on a 75-acre parcel on Litchfield Road in the Village of Bloomfield insulated by 800 acres of preserved forest land and less than five miles from downtown Lake Geneva. Christie said the site was unrivaled by anything else he looked at, and, a year after opening, he hasn’t regretted his location choice for a moment. Christie said he knew Chicago was the largest market in the United States that had nothing like the safari park near it, and he knew people were already coming to Lake Geneva. He said the location draws people from Chicago, Madison and Milwaukee, and the Lake Geneva address brings in visitors who Google “things to do in Lake Geneva.” “Clearly the majority find out through online searches,” he said. The park has more than 100 animals, mostly grazing creatures like camels, bison, cattle, goats and alpaca, who co-habitat on a portion of the park’s 75 acres. “They all get along well together,” he said. Christie procured the animals from zoos and other locations in the United States, and they were transported in livestock trailers to Lake Geneva. Christie said not all of the safari’s land is utilized, but he plans to expand in the future

and diversify the types of animals at the park. The “cage” for people is a tractor-pulled wagon with benches that visitors ride through the animals’ pastures. Camels, alpacas and longhorn cattle approach the wagon, and people feed them from cups of pellets. After a year at the park, “Big Hank,” an American bison, has even gotten comfortable enough to approach the wagon for some food, Christie said. Before boarding the wagon, visitors walk through an area where they can pet sheep and goats, and ducks wander around.

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“Jungle Jay,” as Christie is known, leads the tour through the animals’ pasture where guests are greeted by creatures of South America that many tourists don’t recognize. A rhea, a large bird that looks somewhat ostrich-like, wanders among a herd of alpacas with a couple of llamas mixed in. Nilgai, the largest of the Asian antelope, and scimitar-horned oryx, the rarest of the animals at Lake Geneva Safari, were others guests couldn’t put a name to. Alpacas have been domesticated for thousands of years and are raised for their fiber, which is many times warmer than wool, Christie said. The scimitar-horned oryx was declared extinct in the wild in the late 1990s, but, thanks to their preservation in safari parks, they were bred and reintroduced into the SPIRIT of GENEVA LAKES

wild in October for the first time in 40 years, he said. Miniature horses, bred to work in mines after using children was prohibited, longhorn cattle, camel, yaks and bison were among the animals spotted on the range. The watusi has the largest horns of any living animal, and a female watusi at Lake Geneva Safari is dominant and stands down only to Big Hank – a bison, the largest land animal indigenous to North America, Christie said. Guests on Sunday saw a 2 ½-day-old watusi calf – born smaller than a Holstein calf – given birth to at the reserve. A couple of blackbuck from India are also in the mix as are Brahman cattle with their distinctive sagging ears. Guests fed the camels – Layla, Mary and 10-month-old Samson – over the benches of the wagon, but were asked to feed the watusi from under the benches to avoid injury from their massive horns, which Christie said serve as a

radiator system, helping regulate their body temperature.

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A 2 1/2-day-old Watusi calf lies in the pasture with its mother nearby at the reserve in Bloomfield.

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The safari park’s goal is to preserve heritage breeds of livestock and poultry, and eventually bring in enough profit to invest in wildlife conservation elsewhere, Christie said. The park is open from May 1 to Oct. 31 with tours every hour on the hour. In its second year, beginning this fall, Lake Geneva will do year-round programming – from bringing animals to kids’ birthday parties to making presentations about wildlife conservation in auditoriums, Christie said. He said he doesn’t plan to take a bison into someone’s living room for a birthday party, but will provide education through the use of reptiles, birds and small animals. Christie has added some gift-shop items like sweatshirts and stuffed animals and plans to offer food in the future when the park begins to offer a bonafide half-day program. He said now visitors spend about 90 minutes at the park between walking among the domestic animals and touring the exotic animals’ grounds. The park also plans to add signs pointing the way to the site from County Road H and Litchfield Road. He said the remote location through a residential area sometimes leaves guests wondering if they’ve “been sold a bill of goods” from people who’ve referred them to the park. “Thanks to GPS, it’s all worked out,” he said, and the serene location makes the search through the country worthwhile. Christie also plans to accommodate more organized groups on weekdays in May, September and October when foot traffic is slower. He said the tour appeals to special needs groups because of the contained environment of the wagon and the therapeutic quality of animals and is accessible to people with disabilities. “Everyone has a good time, but there’s a special appeal,” Christie said. The park’s busiest times are weekends from July 4 to Labor Day. The venue can accommodate up to 40 people per hour and has had as many as 250 visitors in a day, he said.

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Above: With the sun peeking through the autumn canopy, the brick walkway provides a magical entryway to the Landing 1841. The traditional barn door remains open to welcome the guests.

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Nestled along the bank of the winding White River, a large barn with origins that can be traced to 1897, is surrounded by trees that are as old as, if not older than the barn itself. The history of this picturesque property has taken it from its humble beginnings to an elegant and popular wedding venue. While originally this site was a meeting place for the Native Americans who inhabited this region, it did not take long for the early settlers of the Burlington area to recognize the beauty of the land that by 1841 made its way into private ownership. Purchased by True Worthy Durgin, a conductor on the Underground Railroad in the late 1800s, it was said to have become a hiding place for runaway

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slaves making their way north to Canada. George Bieneman became owner of the farm in 1913 and became known for starting the first milk delivery route in Burlington. According to Renee Richter, who with her husband Tim are the current owners of the property, Bieneman was the longest owner of the property, so it is not surprising that the road that runs in front of it is named Bieneman Road. Bieneman sold a portion of the property in the 1950s for the construction of the Burlington Municipal Airport.

Ownership of the property changed again in 1972 when Paul Poberenzy, one of the founders of the Experimental Aircraft Association purchased it. His dream was that the airport could be expanded and the EAA would be headquartered in Burlington. Resistance from the community dampened Poberenzy’s dream and the EAA made its headquarters in Oshkosh.

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When Tim and Renee Richter first saw the property, it was being sold as part of the estate of artist Matt Lamb. Lamb was a successful businessman, artist, and peace activist, who after being diagnosed with a major health problem, sold his business and spent time painting and spreading his message of peace. Lamb worked with children. He was commissioned by the Pentagon to work with the children of 9/11 victims by creating the program “Umbrellas for Peace.” His works of art promote peace and he was responsible for opening 18 Museums for Peace around the world. “When we purchased the property in 2015, there were over 9,000 paintings by Matt Lamb stored on the property, and each canvas was huge,” Renee Richter

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said. “Lamb had used the barn as his painting studio. It was one of seven studios he maintained for painting.” Having Lamb’s estate remove these massive paintings was one of the first challenges in preparing the property for its new look. Thus began the latest chapter in the life of what is now called The Landing 1841. The Richters began the massive job of turning this property into a wedding venue. “It was a major undertaking to remodel the barn and the property for its next purpose,” Renee said.

An accidental business

She said they did not seek to become owners of a wedding venue, rather it was a path that found them. Renee, who holds a degree in nuclear medicine technology, and Tim, a jet engine mechanic, began to make changes in their career paths. Tim moved on to starting a successful landscaping business, Granite Ridge Lawn and Landscape in 2002. They unintentionally ventured into the wedding venue business in 2013 when a friend asked them to host a wedding on their property. The event was successful and soon other business found its way leading to the creation of The Rustic Barn at Prairie Gardens. While looking for a second property that would allow Tim to expand his landscape business, a local realtor who was a friend teasingly sent the listing for this 50-acre property. Intrigued, Renee set up an CMAE DESIGN; COURTESY OF THE LANDING 1841 Spirit of Geneva Lakes appointment to view it and immediately fell The Great Room, part of the original barn built in 1897, is prepared for a sit-down dinner. in love. The room features three crystal chandeliers that add a soft light to enhance the atmosphere. She had always admired the property but on closer look, with its amazing setting on the White River and the unique historic barn, she realized that this was the opportunity they were meant to follow. By mid-August 2016 the barn had been refurbished into a beautiful and elegant wedding venue. The Richters had a soft opening, hosting 11 events in those early months and have already held 59 events this year and are now open to bookings through 2019, although it is not too late to book 2018 events.

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Changing preferences

According to Renee there have been many changes in wedding preferences. There is no longer any one-size-fits-all event. The barn wedding has grown over the past several years and is one of the most popular choices. But a wedding in a barn does not necessarily mean straw, burlap, and gingham – but it could. “People who are looking at the barnstyle wedding are looking for a more simple approach. People are becoming more interested in organic and natural looks,” Renee said. But that does not mean that they don’t want

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Upper photo (after renovation): The open back deck is a popular place to enjoy the cocktail hour or to just come out to enjoy the scenery. The deck is accessible from each of the inside areas through French doors. Above (before renovation): This is how the barn looked before it was renovated by Tim and Renee Richter in 2015.

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If the weather is inclement, or if the couple would just prefer an indoor ceremony, that is easily arranged. In the barn – with the cathedral ceiling, the soft light from the chandelier and the presence of the stained glass window –the ceremony takes on an almost Church-like feeling.

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One of the many picturesque scenes for memorable wedding photos is this pier on the White River.

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A favorite spot for wedding ceremonies at the Landing is at the bank of the White River beneath this elegant Willow Tree.

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not prevent invited guests from attending. No air flights necessary. Wilmot Mountain offers newly designed indoor space and the use of the patio at the entrance of each facility. “We began booking weddings and other events this year, and we are now open to booking for 2018 and 2019,” said Rachael Muhlenbeck, marketing and public relations manager for Wilmot Mountain. “Weddings and other events can be booked from mid April through the end of October.” During the winter months, when ski season is in full swing, it is not possible to hold private events as the Lodge and Walt’s Tavern are being used to accommodate the ski crowd.

Stunning transformation ~ Those who are familiar with Wilmot Mountain will remember the restaurant, which was known as the Iron Kettle. It overlooked the mountain and made for a relaxing view while eating. Newly remodeled, the restaurant has been renamed Walt’s Tavern. Walter Stopa was the founder of Wilmot Mountain, opening it for skiing in 1938. Each venue has a new and distinct look. A walk through Walt’s Tavern and the Main Lodge will provide a view of the style and spaciousness of each venue that will allow a couple

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Panoramic view ~ The Main Lodge is a much larger venue again with a wall of large glass windows to allow a view of the mountain. The sun sets behind the mountain making spectacular views when the weather cooperates. “The lodge will accommodate up to 300 comfortably,” Muhlenbeck said.

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that are needed to make their wedding uniquely theirs. They are welcome to bring in decorations of their choice, subject to approval by Wilmot management. A wedding is a very special event and every bride has spent years dreaming of her perfect wedding day. Each bride wants her wedding to be unique and celebrating a wedding at Wilmot Mountain is certain to be just that. Being such a new venue, it is unlikely that guests will have attended a wedding here and so theyâ€™ll be impressed with this unique new venue. You will be the trendsetter. Wilmot Mountain is just north of the Illinois/Wisconsin border at 11931 Fox River Road, Wilmot. For additional information, visit www.WilmotMountaininfo@Vailresorts.com or call (262) 862-2301

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Throughout the fall there are a plethora of fesitvals focusing on various fall activities and in many different locations. This year a new fall fest has made its way into the fall schedule. This festival is not held in a local park or on a farm, but at Wilmot Mountain, which is better known for winter ski activities. Fall Fest will begin at 10 a.m. and continue until 5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 8, at the ski hill, 11931 Fox River Rd, Wilmot. Wilmot Mountain, as most area residents know, has been the place where people learn to ski and where they develop a love of skiing. For 80 years, since its establishment in 1938 by Walter Stopa, Wilmot Mountain has been a place for visitors from southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois, to feel the thrill of flying down the hill. Its centralized location allows easy access to skiing without the high cost of air flights. With this convenient location, residents could come for a day or a weekend. According to Rachael Muhlenbeck, marketing and public relations manager at Wilmot Mountain, this Fall Fest will be a family friendly fest with activities intended to please all ages. It will introduce visitors to the changes and upgrades that have occurred at Wilmot.

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“The day will begin with a 5K Mountain Run at 10 a.m.,” Muhlenbeck said. “Any one is able to participate. Walk or run at your own pace.” Those interested in the event must register at www.wilmotmountain. com/events/calendar/epic-fall-festival. There is a $20 entry fee. Included in that entry fee is a race T-shirt and a finishers medal, which will be awarded to all participants who CONTINUED ON PAGE

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Elkhorn Oktoberfest adds 5K run, stein holding Festivalgoers will be able to flex their muscles and work up a sweat at this year’s Elkhorn Oktoberfest on Oct. 21 thanks to three new events. One new event will be a steinholding competition, a Bavarian strength contest in which competitors hold a full one-liter stein of beer straight out in front of their bodies. Other new attractions are a 5K run and a two-mile walk. These are meant to be for all levels of competitors. The run and walk start at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St. After going through the fairgrounds, the run and walk will proceed to the Oktoberfest site in downtown Elkhorn. Race day features include a longsleeved T-shirt, free admission to the Oktoberfest beer and wine tasting (root beer for those younger than 21), a goodie bag, kids activities, free onsite parking and shuttle service to, and from the Oktoberfest grounds. There will be awards for top finishers in each age group. Octoberfest will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Veterans and Pocket parks in downtown Elkhorn. Registration for the race starts at 9:30 a.m. It is $25 for adults and $15 for students in kindergarten and grades one through eight. Online registration is available now

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at www.Oktoberfest.5k.run. OTHER EVENTS The stein holding and the races are not the only competitions during Oktoberfest. Competitors will vie to be the best chili cooker in the annual chili cook-off. The chili cook-off will be from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Entry forms must be submitted by Oct. 16 to the Elkhorn Chamber office, 203 E. Walworth St. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third places. First place receives $200, second place receives $100 and third place receives $50. The event will also feature the eighth annual Oktoberfest Car Show in the north parking lot of the Government Center. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Pocket Park will have a wine and beer tasting for those who are 21 years old and older. The entertainment stage will feature the Elkhorn Flying Dragons, Dreams Studio, Walworth County Cloggers, Toe to Toe Ballet and live music from Dog House Roses from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be more than 100 crafters and vendors showcasing antiques, handcrafted items, produce and plants. For more information on Oktoberfest, visit elkhornchamber.com/ pages/Oktoberfest.

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PUMPKIN FUN What fall festival could occur without pumpkins? After all pumpkins are the symbols of fall. We decorate them, we cook them into soups, bake them into muffins, breads and pumpkin pie. But in pumpkin painting area, visitors will use their artistic talents to decorate a pumpkin. Face painting has been a popular festival activity for many years. Kids love to have a design painted on their face whether it be a

clown-like look, a scary Halloween mask or a simple flower on the cheek. Music and food are necessary for any occasion and Wilmot Mountain’s Fall Fest is no exception. “On the patio Papa Cool, a local band which plays here in the ski season, will be performing,” Muhlenbeck said. Will you be drawn to the patio by the sound of the music or the aroma of the brats, hot dogs and other foods cooking on the grills? Visitors are encouraged to stop for lunch or a snack and relax on the deck between activities. On the patio is a fire pit where s’mores – that hot gooey mix of chocolate and marshmallow held in place by graham

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complete the course. “In addition,” Muhlenbeck said, “The top male and female finisher will receive a Wilmot Mountain season pass. The top male and female winner in each age category will receive a one-day lift pass.” Second and third place finishers will receive a Wilmot Mountain Prize Pack. Throughout the day there will be a variety of activities and demonstrations. With many activities to choose from it may be difficult to focus the children on what activity to enjoy first. Will it be the bouncy house, the pumpkin painting, the face painting, or the hayride?

Whatever choice they make, there is no wrong choice as the activities will be available all day. There are many choices in the Children’s Area that allow kids to concentrate on their creative abilities.

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For Kevin Bridleman, it started with a brewing kit at Christmastime. Bridleman and his brother, Jeff, were intrigued by the science and process of making small batches of different types of beers. After plunking down about $400 for equipment and other supplies at a home brewing store, the duo began making their concoctions. The rest, as the old adage goes, is history. “We were pleasantly surprised. SPIRIT of GENEVA LAKES

It actually turned out pretty good,” Bridleman said. “It started a passion.” That unexpected passion led to R’Noggin Brewing Company, a Kenoshabased microbrewery celebrating its oneyear anniversary. Microbreweries have been dotting the landscape at a growing clip in recent years as consumers have sought more authenticity in their dining options and entrepreneurs have been trying their hand at a sudsy staple that has long given Milwaukee global recognition. The growth of craft brewing as a

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Quality is key The kitchen experimentation has resulted in some interesting offerings this past year. One notable at R’Noggin has been a microbrew that incorporated blue raspberry Jolly Ranchers. “We’ll do everything, but we focus on good, quality beers. That’s what’s most important,” Bridleman said. “We want to represent styles appropriately.” At any given time, the 841 Brewhouse has on tap six sudsy beverages, Strelow said, including four standbys – a wheat, amber, IPA and stout – in addition to two seasonal offerings that have included an Oktoberfest brew. In the warm-weathered months, Strelow said 841 offered a new take on the summer shandy beverage, marrying together grapefruit and pineapple for a robust citrus flavor. “It’s turned out to be a good, crisp beer for summer,” Strelow said. “We like to say that we have something on tap to suit just about anyone’s tastes.” At the Second Salem Some local microbreweries, microbrewery in Whitewater, including Second brewmaster and operations Salem, have manager Christ Christon and bottled their business manager Thayer Coburn beverages. take pride in naming concocted beverages after a piece of important history in their host community. The Reaper Pale Wheat Ale is one example of a beverage intertwined with the story of the city’s origins. Described by Christon and Coburn as “complex and satisfying,” the ale is aimed at putting a new twist on traditional wheat ales by adding a citrus kick.

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Here’s a view inside 841 Brewhouse on a busy night.

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enjoy watching people enjoy our beers,” Strelow said. “The sky really is the limit when it comes to beer.” In the same breath, however, Strelow offers a caveat to his statement: “It’s great to try new beers, but ultimately it’s Starting from scratch about what people want.” For Bridleman, making craft beers is Starting a business from scratch, an opportunity to coalesce two starkly naturally, is hard work. But each of different schools of thought – creativity the local microbrewers interviewed for and science – in one setting. this story emphatically say the blood, sweat and tears are more than worth the “The creativity and the challenge are definitely things I like,” Bridleman said. investment. “But then there’s the science side of it Christon, whose family has a with the pH levels. I love digging into history in the restaurant industry, that. I really enjoy building something said Second Salem is an ideal fit for Whitewater – a community that has long and designing the recipe.” While each of the local microbrewing embraced entrepreneurial efforts and establishments technically are independently run establishments. competitors, Christon said he hesitates “It’s certainly been rewarding,” to use the word, instead favoring Christon said of running a more of a friendly environment where microbrewery. “I get to go out of entrepreneurs share ideas with one my comfort zone, and that’s very another. satisfying.” Strelow said he feels privileged to be “There are a lot of microbreweries able to concoct different brews in a safe, making some damn good beer around here,” Christon said. “We’re all very nurturing environment. locally oriented and are big into the In the road ahead, Strelow said he would like to expand even further on the concept of community. We’re all happy establishment’s offerings. Creating aged to see where this goes and go along for the ride.” beers in wooden barrels and infusing Speaking for himself, Christon said, beverages with bourbon are among some of the possibilities on the horizon. “I’m really happy to be a part of this “The end result is so satisfying. I movement.”

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