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Reel World LCP staff review films, first-runs and rentals, for Lake Country Publications in the "Reel World" column."
Latest: 'Star Trek Into Darkness'
(May 21, 2013)
Biweekly in Living, the two authors of this column provide photos and articles featuring tidbits from the past to help Lake Country readers better understand and appreciate their roots. Penny Williams focuses on Pewaukee and Jeanne Ann Frederickson on Merton.
The Old Rail Fence
Latest: Pageant shone spotlight on Pewaukee highlights
(May 6, 2013)
Hartz shares Broadway skills with students
In "A Thoroughly Modern Millie," the main character, Millie Dillmount, sets off to find work and wealth in the fabulous City of New York. But it's the Roaring '20s, after all, and Millie has to toddle her way through speakeasies, crime rings and complicated relationships before she can get what she wants.(1)
Kickin' it up with Meril
I've mentioned my friend Meril Caceres in this column before. She's one of my go-to people when I'm in a pinch and need a recipe that I know will be good. She's made everything for us, from elaborate dinners and special celebration cakes to crescent-wrapped hot dogs and homemade dips. Regardless of what she makes, I know it will always be good. This recipe is no exception, and that little kick of jalapeno takes it to a whole new level of good. It also travels well for all of those picnics and tailgates coming up this summer.
Sometimes you just know it's going to be good: Chocolate peanut butter bars
This recipe popped up on my Facebook page, thanks to my friend Nancy Berg Vandelaarschot. I haven't tried it yet, but when you see the ingredients, you just know it's going to be good (and I don't even really care for peanut butter). She shared it from a Facebook account named Hillbilly Recipes and after "liking" it myself, I have a feeling there will be plenty more Hillbilly recipes to come.
As good as it looks: Chicken and Rice Cassrole
Every once in a while I will see a picture of a recipe and think to myself, "I've got to try that." Sometimes it's a great choice, and sometimes - not so much. This next recipe, by Eise Bauer, is a great one. And judging by the empty casserole dish that was wiped clean at the end of the night, my family agrees. Make sure you read through the entire recipe over beforehand.
Maggie's wish lives on through her angels
It's a particular color pink, a particular sense of sparkle and a bright yellow butterfly that might be recognizable in the Lake Country area, but it's the story of Maggie Bye that's leaving the lasting impression.
New track and field for Pewaukee High School
Village of Pewaukee — After 24 years, Pewaukee High School is renovating its track and field.
Divine Redeemer hosts "Penny War" for veterans
Divine Redeemer Lutheran School students and faculty have turned their thoughts and prayers toward America’s soldiers, organizing care packages for veterans and raising money for the Wisconsin Fisher House through a “Penny War.”
WEA seeks to dismiss lawsuit
The WEA Insurance Trust is requesting that a federal court judge dismiss a class-action lawsuit filed by about 150 school districts, including the Hartland-Lakeside, Arrowhead and Oconomowoc school districts.(9)
Radon testing not norm for schools
Despite the low cost of testing and recommendations by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), several school districts in Lake Country have never tested for radon, a colorless and odorless radioactive gas that is the leading cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers in the United States.(1)
Event raises $20K for technology
The Swallow Education Foundation (SEF) raised about $20,000 for technology at its recent Casino Night on April 27, held at The Legend at Bristlecone Pines in Hartland.
Point Comfort under new ownership
Town of Oconomowoc- If you were at Point Comfort Inn on Tuesday and saw Mike Bertrand behind the bar, it might have seemed like business as usual.(6)
Fox Bros. brats win again, again and again
Fox Bros. Piggly Wiggly meat products were once again recognized at the 2013 Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors (WAMP) Convention held in Madison on April 4-6.
Delafield OKs several new businesses
The City of Delafield Plan Commission approved several new business plans during the first three months of 2013:
Design Xchange to open in Hartbrook Mall anchor space
Village of Hartland - One of the two empty anchor spaces in Hartbrook Mall is getting a new occupant.
Downtown Oconomowoc diner, Burnt Toast Cafe, invites to stop, eat, chat
City of Oconomowoc - A small and popular eatery has reopened in downtown Oconomowoc under new ownership.(2)
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- MainStage Dancers Perform at OAC May 26th
- FREE Organic Lawn Care Workshops This Saturday!
- Little Treasures Launches Summer Camp June 10-August 30th, 2013
- Hamilton announces April students of the month
- Learn to skate
- Christ the King Church Announces Vacation Bible School Schedule
- Birth to 3 Walk on June 1st Frame Park
- Waukesha County HeartChase is June 22
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