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16 PRODUCT REVIEW: Holiday Gift Guide
PLACES TO GO: Capon Springs, W. Va
By Kathy Barnett / Editor in Chief
For a Bit of American History - By guest editor, Kathleen Walls of American Roads and Global Highways.
FEATURES
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Special Shopping Sprees Denver, CO Bloomington, IN Muncie, IN
Dallas, TX Topeka, KS Winterpark, FL
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Places to Go: Holiday Flotilla - N. Carolina
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Places to Go: Capon Springs, W. Virginia
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Things to Do: Bing, Watch, Chill, & Shop Girls Weekend Getaway
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Things to Do: Celebrate Wonderworks Anniversary
Column: Food Fun
16 Holiday Gift Guide : Product Reviews 26 Things to Do: Holiday Happenings in Hampton, Va. 28 30
Things to Do: Cruise on Down the River
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Places to Go : Shopping Galleria Texas
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People to See: Comedian Tom Green
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Places to Go: Burbank
Things to Do: For the Guys: Hunting Trip
42 People to See: At the Blue Gate Theatre 44 Places to Go: The Amana Colonies 49 Places to Go: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Exhibit in Ford Museum
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10THINGS TO DO: Shop ‘til we drop
39 PEOPLE TO SEE: Tom Green
SO many places to choose from, specials galore...
Up Close: From the Editor “Pack up the pooches and load the van. We need to leave by eight! There’s so much to bring. Do we have everything? Come on, we can’t be late! ...“ The classic Thanksgiving song has gotten a fresh new twist by author, Linda Ashman. Let’s face it. There aren’t that many families anymore who load a sleigh for a long winter’s drive “over the river and through the woods.” It’s more like a quick jaunt over the hills and through the clouds on a plane because our schedules are so busy. And we can’t get away too far from the shopping malls and department stores for the big Black Friday that comes right afterward. Many are opting to gather at a nearby restaurant to let someone else do the cooking. Clean up time must be eliminated so
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there’s more time to plan for the shopping trip. Every year, around this time, there’s a sudden shift in moods. Halloween decorations and candy have already disappeared and given way to Christmas displays. Shoppers are already humming Christmas carols as they shop for earlybird gift specials or make mental lists for a return on Black Friday. Rehearsals for programs are quickly filling the calendar and the annual sorting of tree ornaments and lights have begun. However, any advice offered to relieve stress at this time of year usually includes an order to take some time off for yourself. It’s the one thing many of us do not include in our agenda. So along with our first Holiday Gift Guide, comes several ideas for places to get away for
that much needed weekend of pampering. If going with girlfriends, see page 14 for a new twist on Bing, Watch, and Chill. Also, there’s a fun game in our gift guide (see page 19) to take along called “3 Jewels.” Guys, we haven’t left you out of this issue. While the girls are shopping, how about a hunting getaway in Coshocton? See page 30. Got kids? They probably need a break, too. Throughout, there are so many activities where Santa will be makiing early sneek-peek appearances. If the classic “over the River” is your destination, see page 28 for options of cruising right down the Mississippi River! There is just so much we gotta see and gotta do. So I “gotta” go get busy ... Until next month...
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Holiday Shopping Weekend Getaways to include Shopping Sprees
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DENVER, CO - Come enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the 17th annual Denver Christkindl Market featuring a skating rink and a warming tent. Inside the tent there will be warm wine and hot chocolate served along with numerous appearances from Santa, otherwise known as St. Nikolaus. Enjoy the live entertainment, music and dancing, and “Gemuetlichkeit.” Organizers expect 175,000 people to visit during the season, located at Skyline Park at the city’s 16th Street Mall. As in years past, the market will feature a 7-foot advent calendar with 23 days of gifts donated by the market’s food and craft vendors. Free tickets can be obtained from December 1 – 23 between 11.30am and 12.30pm at the bar inside the holiday tent – no purchase necessary. Winners will be announced daily at 12.30pm from the stage inside the tent. >More
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BLOOMINGTON, IN - Located at the Monroe County Fairgrounds from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with FREE admission. Come one and all! Over 60 crafts & vendors in two buildings! Jewelry, scents, crafts, wood work, clothes, food & so much more! Holiday cheer! Food! There will be breakfast & lunch! Santa will visit from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m! Pictures will be taken! Get all your Christmas shopping done in one place! 1st 100 people will receive a goody bag! They will be handed out in the community building! Make sure you check out both buildings! While in town, check out the Bloomington Handmade Market at the Monroe Convention Center, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. BHM is a juried show, selecting artists and crafters that are creating quality, unusual work of a type not often seen in more traditional craft fairs.
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MUNCIE, IN - At the Unitarian Universalist Church of Muncie. Distinctive, Delightful, and Delicious items from area artisans are back for the 120th annual event from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to see and buy works of art from these local artisans, as well as homemade foods. You have to see and touch these works of art to truly appreciate them. Pottery, Woodcrafts, Jewelry, Handmade Quilt Raffle, Homemade Baked Goodies, Crafts, Used Books & Media, Beautiful Hand Knit Items, Upscale gently used Clothing, Pretty Plants, Tools, Unique Collectibles, Silent auction, and loads of other wares just for you. Come for an excellent breakfast. Shop. Stay for Lunch. Enjoy varied musical performances throughout the day. For more informatoin, visit online at http://www.uuchurchmuncie.org
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DALLAS, TX - Join us from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Eddie Deen’s Ranch for a Texas-sized, boot-scootin’, best handmade shopping extravaganza in town! It’s a shopping spree, a party, and an art and craft show all in one place. Plus we’ll have bars on site, plus food available to order from Eddie Deen’s legendary catering company, photo booths (be on the lookout for our Snapchat geofilters!), do-ityourself tables where the kids can have fun making easy-todo crafts of their own and take home; time with Santa, and did we mention the SWAG for the first 50 shoppers? The swag y’all-it’s AH-mazing, you’ll wanna get there early! to get one of our coveted Bash Bags filled with swag from our talented vendors! Admission is FREE and kids and strollers are welcome. For more information on this event and other Etsy occasions, visit online at: www.etsydallas.com
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TOPEKA, KS - At the Kansas Expocenter. Shop hundreds of merchants with handcrafted goods, home décor, gourmet foods, and a little something for everyone! The festival will provide shoppers with unique gifts that cannot be found anywhere else. Featuring art, crafts, jewelry, clothing, wood, music, photography, toys, Christmas décorations, and much more! In addition to the wide variety of vendors selling their unique wares, there will be something planned to entertain and interest the entire family. Children can meet Santa Claus and have their picture taken with him. There will be Topeka Holiday Gift Mart“The Walk of Trees” featuring decorated Christmas Trees. We’ll have great giveaways, How To demonstrations, musical performances, and much more. Admission is $5. Daughters may get in free on Sunday only with paid admission from Mom. >MORE
WINTERPARK, FL - What is the perfect holiday gift? It just might be Holiday Shopping on Park Avenue, a package that offers shopping along one of America’s most quintessential and historic main streets and two nights of luxurious recuperation at The Alfond Inn at Rollins, routinely ranked as one of the top hotels in the world. The Alfond Inn at Rollins is just a five minute stroll away from the shops, cafes and holiday festivities. To get the full Winter Park experience, guests can continue their shopping sojourn at the museum shops of the nearby Cornell Fine Arts Museum at Rollins College and the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art, both walking distance from The Alfond Inn at Rollins. This package includes 2 nights in a Classic Room, 2 welcome cocktails by the pool, $50 credit at Hamilton’s Kitchen and more! To book, go to www.thealfondinn.com or call reservations at 407-998-8090 and reference the Holiday Shopping Package.
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WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, PRNewswire/ -- Thanksgiving week, known as flotilla week in Wrightsville Beach, will launch the Carolina holiday season with two long-running traditions, both distinguished as *Top 20 Events by the Southeast Tourism Society. Flotilla week, packed with festivities and family activities, highlights the 34th annual North Carolina Holiday Flotilla, including a massive 20-minute Zambelli Fireworks display, and the 13th annual Airlie Gardens’ Enchanted Airlie. Both events combined attract over 100,000 spectators during the holidays. North Carolina Holiday Flotilla, Courtesy of Ned Leary Photography North Carolina Holiday Flotilla, Courtesy of Ned Leary Photography Airlie Gardens’ Enchanted Airlie Airlie Gardens’ Enchanted Airlie Located on the flotilla parade route and providing transportation and tickets to Enchanted Airlie, host hotel Blockade Runner Beach Resort begins the celebration with a traditional and coastal feast on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 23, 2017. During flotilla week the Holiday Harbor Island Tour departs the docks three
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Saturday night’s North Carolina Holiday Flotilla features a procession of creatively decorated yachts and watercraft, each glittering with thousands of lights, slowly motoring past an estimated crowd of 50,000 revelers. Text voting continues this year with the People’s Choice Awards determined by spectators and presented to the winners on Sunday. Immediately following the flotilla, a 20-minute, 4,000-round fireworks display illuminates the night sky, showering the waterway with sound and color. Enchanted Airlie is open to the public Nov. 24-25, Dec. 1-2, 8-10, and 13-22, 2017. There are two reservation times each evening, 5-7 and 7-9 p.m. Enchanted Airlie tickets are available on the Airlie Gardens website, or Blockade Runner guests can call the hotel to make arrangements. Airlie visitors should plan ahead. “We will sell out all dates and times,” said Janine Powell, Airlie Gardens Director of Donor Relations. Proceeds from Enchanted Airlie benefit the preservation and improvement of New Hanover County’s historic Airlie Gardens.
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Places to Go
Capon Springs Hampshire County settlers and Native Americans didn’t gather to celebrate with a feast. Instead they opposed one another during the French and Indian War. It was only after that war ended in 1763, that settlers arrived in any numbers in the county. In 1765 when a man named Henry Frye was hunting bear and he came upon the spring. He came to believe that the spring, which was then called Frye Springs, had cured his sickly wife. There is a Native Americans connection here as the Native Americans had long used this area as hunting grounds and knew of the spring’s healing power. Today’s name, Capon Springs, is derived from the Shawnee word “cape-capepe-hon” meaning “medicinal water.” Hampshire County, then Virginia, was considered the Wild West then. In the early 1800s the spa resort became popular. People wanted to get out of the city and enjoy mountain air. 1849 when a Baltimore compa-
ny, Ricard, Buck, and Blakemore, built a hotel, Mountain House, calling it the largest spa hotel in the country. It was dedicated the following year by Daniel Webster who announced his candidacy for the presidency at the event. The resort struggled mainly due to its remote location. Then came the Civil War and Hampshire County
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including Capon Springs became part of West Virginia in 1863. During the war the resort was shut down. The spring passed through several hands after the war. At one time, there was even a physician in residence who would meet with guests discover their ailments and then write a prescription for Capon Springs water. In 1911, Moun-
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down the drain and he went into receivership. Louis L. Austin was next to acquire the spring in 1932. He and his wife Virginia tried unsuccessfully to continue the production of the bottled water. The resort did take off and is still in his family corporation today. A visit to Capon Springs and Farms Resort is a cross between going to camp and stepping back in time to a more leisurely era. Of course, that medicinal water is still there. It flows through every faucet in the resort and fills the 65 degree pool. However, there is so much more here to enjoy. That’s why so many visitors return year after year. I arrived on a press trip escorted by Jonathan Bellingham, one of Louis Austin’s grandsons and a third generation family owner at Capon Springs and Farms. After traversing a winding back road not all of which was paved, we arrived at the scenic mountain retreat filled with delicious smells. We were just in time to experience the traditional dinner served three times a week at Sunset Lodge overlooking the golf course. Did tain House burned. I mention those scenic mountains In 1917, Capon Springs experiin the background at sunset? We enced a small revival. Will Atkinall know food smells best when son, bought the resort and began cooked outdoors but nothing riselling bottled Capon Spring vals this giant cookout. Steak and water. He built a bottling plant pork on a giant grill combined in a portion of the bath house with home-style veggies like lima and distributors throughout the beans, real tomatoes and comcountry marketed the product. bined with homemade mac and Atkinson’s grandiose scheme went cheese.
The Dunlap Brothers created a timeless mood with their Bluegrass fiddles, mandolins and guitars and “took me back to the place where I belong, West Virginia, Mountain Mamma.” Maybe that’s the magic of this place, once there you feel like it is where you belong. You take as much or little of each food as you wish and wander back to a communal table under the softly lighted pavilion. If it’s chilly, you can pick a spot near the blazing fireplace. Everyone stands at attention for the daily flag raising and lowering ceremonies. The rooms are basic but comfortable. Who needs TV when you have a gorgeous view just out your door? Have trouble sleeping, just open you back door and listen to the babbling brook. Your phone won’t work here. That means that nuisance telemarketer can’t call you. Internet? Who needs Facebook when you can sit on your front porch and chat with a new found friend? If you really experience internet withdrawal symptoms, you can pick it up (somewhat) over in the meeting room. It’s a lot more relaxing to visit the Hygeia Bath House and Spa. We enjoyed a bath soak in the special healing waters and the spa offers a host of other body treatments. First order of the day was Polar Bear Dip in the spring fed pool. WOW! What a way to wake up. That 65 degree water works like a energy drink.
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Capon Springs _Cont.
Next after a hearty communal breakfast in the dining room of the main house, we went out exploring. Golf is a big favorite there. I’m not much of a fan but the new rage, Fling Golf, was fun. They feature Hickory Golf using traditional wood shafts and have a regulation 9-hole golf course and a par-3 course here as well as lessons from the local pro, Mike Rogers. Mike is patient with golf newbies like me who ask silly questions. We got to ride back to our rooms in the electric golf carts and hijacked it to do a little more touring. Our patient driver, Chris, tasked with returning the cart after we got to our rooms just hung on back and let us roam. We passed a Disk Golf course, played with Frisbees and discovered the Cabin. It’s an authentic log cabin that was originally the home of a night watchman for the Mountain House. Lou Austin had it renovated to use for storage. Then in the early 1980s, it was restored and a bath room added to use as a guest cabin. We went in and discovered a virtual museum of early mountain life. Another fun discovery was the Ping Pong House set up with two tables. There are also horseshoes, croquet, tennis, volleyball, basketball, badminton, -12- | WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM ~ November 2017
shuffleboard, cornhole, and pickleball. Not being a sports writer, I’m not even sure what the last two are. There’s a neat fishing lake onsite with a pretty white gazebo and a kids playground. The meeting room offers a cozy fireplace and lots of games and comfortable sofas and easy chairs for relaxing. There’s a library upstairs. Notice there is a “Farms” in the resort name. Part of that revolves abound Farmer Sam Brill. Sam is a fourth generation family member. Among other sustainable farm productions he raises 66 longhaired and long-horned Scottish Cattle. We didn’t make it to see the cattle but we did get to Hog Heaven to meet his pigs. The fact that the pigs have names impressed me. One, Randy, couldn’t get enough petting from Farmer Sam. He tries to let them enjoy their lives here until they have to go to the other Hog Heaven. Hard to believe but when you are at Capon Springs and Farms Resort, you are only 2 ½ hours from D.C. and a hundred years back in time.
Food Fun
By Kandy Derden, Places to Go Editor I tried this last year at a carry-in luncheon and it instantly became my new favorite pumpkin dessert. The pairing of a creamy texture like pie topped with a crunchier layer from the cake makes this a perfect combination.
During the month of November, our thoughts turn to all things pumpkin. It is easy to find fresh pumpkins, pumpkin pie, pumpkin pie ingredients, pumpkin carving kits, pumpkin decorations in the form of fabric, glassware and candles, pumpkin seed granola, pumpkin spice creamer, pumpkin pancakes, pumpkin cereal, pumpkin ice cream, pumpkin latte, pumpkin cheesecake, pumpkin bread, pumpkin cookies, and pumpkin cake. That just begins to scratch the surface of possibilities. For more options, visit your local grocer which will have an abundance of . . . well, pumpkin everything. Some people are totally unimpressed by such seasonal delights, but for those of you who look forward to autumn especially for all the culinary specialties, it might be difficult to decide which pumpkin treat you want. I’m guessing that was the case with this recipe. Is it a pie or is it a cake? Square or round? Cake or pie? Hmm, tough call. That is, until now. Enjoy them both with a Pumpkin Pie Cake.
PUMPKIN PIE CAKE 1 can easy pumpkin pie mix 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 box French vanilla pudding mix 1 cup evaporated milk 4 eggs 1 cake mix (white or yellow) 1 stick butter Cool Whip Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine pumpkin, sugars, pudding mix, milk and eggs. Pour into a greased 9 X 13 inch pan. Pour cake mix into a separate bowl. Use a pastry blender or two table knives to cut butter into mix until coarse crumbs. Sprinkle this on top of pumpkin mixture in pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes. Cool. Top with Cool Whip. So as we approach the time of year when we focus on all manner of pumpkin, keep the needed ingredients on hand. Impress your friends and family with this easy, yummy, seasonal pumpkin creation. Better yet, make it for a potluck dinner or the family Thanksgiving gathering. Just be sure to let me know where and when so I won’t miss out. November, 2017~ WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM | -13-
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Bing, Watch, Chill & Shop
CHICAGO - Call your girlfriends and get away for a full weekend of fun at the ACME Hotel with the company’s unmatched “Binge Watch & Chill” overnight experience. ACME invites guests (and all their friends) to escape the cold, rent out an entire hotel room floor and binge watch any television series of choice while cozied up inside – for the best pajama party yet. If you appreciate an eye for design and dig a high-tech vibe, you’ll feel right at home in this trendy, but inviting and approachable hotel. The experience includes a decked out food cart with movie snacks and beverages, and a set of cozy ACME Hotel PJ’s for everyone to get comfy. To keep the fun going, guests can head down to the ski lodge-themed party lounge and hot tub Bunny Slope located on the first floor of ACME. With décor akin to the picturesque log cabins of Aspen, Park City and Vail – snowflake tile floors, log cabin timber walls, a boulder-clad fireplace, vintage skis, old school ski lift seating and even a snowball chandelier – guests feel like they’re fresh off the slopes. ACME is only steps away from the city’s famed Magnificent Mile which has a range of shopping spots including apparel, luxury, cosmetics, jewelry, home furnishings, shoes and much more . The Magnificent Mile is anchored by three major shopping -14- | WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM ~ November 2017
centers, each with their own distinct appeal and diverse customer base. Explore a blend of luxury brands and local boutiques inside 900 North Michigan Shops (900 N. Michigan Avenue). Located just one block away, Water Tower Place (835 N. Michigan Avenue) was the nation’s first mixed-use, indoor shopping center and is constantly bustling. The Shops at North Bridge (520 N. Michigan Avenue) boasts a collection of upscale stores and restaurants that has expanded to encompass a six-block district. The shopping centers are anchored by major department stores, each of which has undergone extensive renovations in recent years. So if holiday shopping is on your agenday, there is a complete list of shops available via this link: https://www.themagnificentmile.com/shopping
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Join the Party
SYRACUSE – WonderWorks Destiny, Syracuse’s premier indoor amusement park that focuses on STEM “edutainment”, is celebrating its 5th anniversary. The public is invited to attend WonderWorks anniversary party November 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The party will be inside WonderWorks, located at 9090 Destiny USA Drive and will feature fun giveaways, door prizes, Professor Wonder meet and greets, titillating science experiments and of course, birthday cake! WonderWorks is packed with exciting exhibits that captivate all age groups. Within 40,000 square feet of space, education and entertainment is combined to provide an experience like none other.”
The anniversary party will include: • Door prizes and giveaways, including WonderWorks passes, two birthday party packages, and more • Special and exciting science experiments • A meet and greet with Professor Wonder • Glow in the dark party favors • Birthday balloons and cake The party is a ticketed event and there are 3 ways to get your ticket: 1.Buy any full price VIP or WonderWorks ticket between November 1-17 and you will get your ticket to come back to the party included with your purchase. 2.Tickets will be sold the day of the party at a reduced rate. WonderWorks general admission ticket will be $5 or get a $10 VIP ticket. 3.WonderWorks will give away tickets on their Facebook page so make sure to like them and go on the page often. In order to celebrate the entire month, WonderWorks Destiny will offer two anniversary specials through-
out the month of November. They are offering $5 admission after 5 p.m., any day of the week, excluding Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving, and Thanksgiving weekend. They are also offering $50 off any birthday party package booked during the month of November for dates through 2018. WonderWorks offers a variety of fun family-friendly interactive activities to engage in, including: • Laser tag arena – Friends and family compete in a game of laser tag. • 4D XD Motion Theater – showing family fun movies the family will never forget. • Canyon Climb Adventure – featuring 70 feet, 3 stories, and 81 obstacles to challenge everyone. • WonderZones – offering a variety of areas to explore, such as natural disasters, physical challenges, light and sound zones, imagination lab, and space discovery. • Sky Tykes ropes course – an activity for kids under 48”. For more information visit www.wonderworksonline. com/destiny/anniversary/. About WonderWorks WonderWorks, a science-focused indoor amusement park located in Destiny USA, combines education and entertainment with over 100 hands-on exhibits. There is something unique and challenging for all ages. Adventures include: The Hurricane Shack, feel the power of 71 mph hurricane–force winds, The Bubble Lab, make huge, life–sized bubbles, The Astronaut Training Gyro, get the NASA treatment and experience zero gravity, Nail it by lying on the death–defying Bed of Nails. WonderWorks is also home to two indoor ropes courses, Canyon Climb, which is the world’s largest suspended indoor ropes course, and Sky Tykes, which is a confidence booster climb for small children. WonderWorks also hosts birthday parties and special events seasonally. www.wonderworksdestiny.com. November, 2017~ WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM | -15-
Holiday Gift Guide Product Reviews Melati Bath & Body. Their holiday gift set contains body soap, body butter, bath salt, bath bomb and solid botanical perfume. - Natural and Organic. - Luxurious and Relaxing (bath salt). - Detoxify skin (bath salt). - Moisturizing (body butter). - Solid and Aromatherapeutic (perfume). This holiday gift set retails for $98 and is available at www.melatibathandbody.com
Laurmé’s Anti-Aging Travel/Gift Set Laurmé offers sophisticated women on the move high-performance luxury skin care without the complicated skin care routines and mind-numbing micro categories. They offer two awesome Travel/Gift Sets which are ideal for holiday getaways and stressfree packing. And, if you want to get invited back to next year’s party, this makes a perfect outsidethe-box hostess gift. Each set contains our entire skin care collection snuggled into an organic cotton travel bag. These Travel/Gift Sets retail for $55 and $65 and can be found at www.laurmeskincare.com
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Inner Child Candles A mother/daughter team - Beth and Julia Schillaci - craft these soy candles to evoke the scents and memories of their family vacations. The Sun & Surf Collection was sparked by a trip to Hawaii; the Italia line evokes the Italian countryside seen on a visit to explore our roots. These candles inspire you to take a break and reconnect with your Inner Child, allowing you to unleash your fun and creative side. The price is $24 online at https://innerchildhome.com
Snack + Stack = No Spills A functional yet beautifully crafted Lunch Pot with two stackable water tight pots. One small and one large. Great for snacks, meals and lunches on the go. Super for breakfasts such as porridge, rolled oats and fruits. Lunches like soups, noodles or rice. They are inspired by Indian tiffin carriers, and look great, bringing a little style back to your lunch. The smaller compartment nests inside the larger pot. It’s carry strap lets you move around easily without spillage. The twist top pot lids are leak-proof. Great for commuters to hikers. It’s BPA free and comes with a spork.
Jelt Belt Comfortable, lightweight, stretchy elastic belt made to keeps pants in place. Low Profile Buckle · Crossover Belt · Lifestyle Belt · Modern Fashion Accessory Styles: Check out sizes XS-L, Assorted Colors, Made for Men and Women, For Everyday Wear
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Gifts, gifts and more gifts. Wise wears As an activity tracker it’s pretty standard — step counting, distance tracking, and calorie intake information is all sent to a paired smartphone via Bluetooth. The bracelet can also be set to vibrate when your phone receives a call, text, or email. With no LED display, WiseWear boasts a three-day battery life.
Pure Gift sets Ranging in price from $20 – $50, these unique natural gifts are not only affordable, but they also make the most appreciated gifts because they: • are made with Natural Ingredients & are infused with beneficial essential oils. • are beautifully presented, in high end premium Men & Women Designs. Each piece is handcrafted with fresh ingredients. • Like an expensive Spa Treatments wrapped & delivered! Perfect way to show love, Speed Delivered with ribbon & personal gift message. (Teens to Seniors)
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3 Jewels Grab your girls and play a card game that celebrates your strengths, differences, and glittering friendship. Focusing on the sharing of the past, having fun in the present, and creating the future, this beautifully assembled game encourages storytelling while rewarding the keystones of female friendship. Everyone begins the game with three stones and one jewel. The first to gather cards from the Past, Present, and Future and replace all their stones with jewels wins the game and the title “Queen of Jewels.”
Prevelo Bikes They have had great success starting children as young as 18 months to 2 years old on their balance bikes. New designs for bikes means that kids are entering the biking world at a younger age than ever before. Some are even ready to ride a 14” pedal bike by 2 1/2. Their bikes are built with quality components so as to withstand some serious abuse, thereby retaining their value and making them a great investment.
Speks “Speks is the perfect gift for anyone who wants to add a fun element of play from the board room to the dorm room, or on the go,” says Craig Zucker, founder of Retrospective Goods LLC, the maker of Speks. “Once you get Speks in your hand, it’s all about the imagination, play, creation, and de-stressing.”
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Silipints These unbreakable, silicone cups that would make a great gift. They are uniquely efficient for anyone on-the-go. Whether traveling by car, plane or boat, Silipints are the perfect travel companion. They hold the only utility patent for silicone drinkware in the United States and all of their products are eco-friendly, BPA free, packable & lifeproof. Safe for the dishwasher, freezer, oven, grill and microwave, our cups, lids and straws are the ideal product for everyday moments.
Case + Drift’s Byron Towel
Any busy parent can appreciate handy items with multiple purposes, especially when it comes to baby gear! Case + Drift’s Byron Towel can be used as a baby blanket, scarf for mom, bath and beach towel, picnic blanket...the options are endless! 100% cotton, the bright and fun colors and patterns appeal to curious young ones and fashionable moms alike!
Boppy Pillow The pillow is very comfortable . It can be used for many stages in a babys life. Its Machine Washable. Versatile – Use for breastfeeding, bottle feeding, propping, tummy time, sitting. Voted #1 Nursing Pillow by Moms. Award-winning. Continued on next Page November, 2017~ WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM | -21-
Secret Message Bag Handmade one at a time by local moms in Queens, NY, the focus is on the Meaningful with a heartfelt personal message inside the colorful lining. Great gift for that special friend. Bags retail for $32-100 and are available online at www.shopsandrasmith.com.
Voyager Smart Wallet At Cuir Ally, they are redefining the way you carry your belongings. Their products are designed around what it needs to carry - not the other way around. This ground-up, minimalistic design approach has helped you eliminate the clutter and focus on what’s important: to give you products that speak for themselves: • A smart wallet that connects to your smartphone. •Smart, versatile, sleek and affordable. •Packed with smart technology. •Handcrafted with premium full-grain leather.
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Focus on feeling fresh this winter with the latest in wearable tech. The most recent fashion tech innovation, this beneficial beanie not only keeps your head warm, you can listen to music or even talk on the phone. No more dangling wires or headphones always falling out of your ears while you set out on your morning run!
Boppy Cart Cover I recommend this shopping cart cover to anyone with a baby. My child was first able to use at about 7 months old because this is when I felt he was sitting up super well. The fabric is really soft and easy to wipe clean, but you can toss in the washing machine if needed. It’s folds into a pouch for easy carrying and/or storing. Has a built-in seat belt that you can loop through a cart to secure your little one. I have used the front pouch for additional items often. It’s so very convenient .
Window Jammers Made by Flambi Toys, Window Jammers™ are a new low-tech travel toy designed for use pressed against the inside of the closed window of a moving vehicle. Window Jammers™ feature collectible characters to be driven, flown, tumbled across and rocketed through the passing landscape. Jammer characters are attached to the end of a telescoping wand with a special joint on the end to allow for incredible articulation for great stunts. Can be see at www.windowjammers.com
Slimsation Slimsation was created in 2008 with one vision in mind: to create comfortable, stylish jeans for the everyday woman. What makes Slimsation pants so comfortable is that each pair of pants comes with a tummy control panel that works to slim down your stomach and your body, resulting in you getting a nice, slimming figure. You’ll be so comfortable with these pants, you’ll forget you’re even wearing them!
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Pantry and Palate In Pantry and Palate, journalist Simon Thibault explores his Acadian roots by scouring old family recipes, ladies’ auxiliary cookbooks, and folk wisdom for 50 of the best-loved recipes of Acadians past and present. Recipes run the gamut from Acadian staples such as potato pancakes called Fring Frangs, Rappie Pie, Chicken Fricot, and various forms of meat pies; old-fashioned foodways, such as how to render your own lard, and make the most of out a pig’s head; and sumptuous sweets take the form of Rhubarb Custard Pie or a simple Molasses Cake. Thibault not only discovers the past lives of his immediate and extended family, but their larders as well.
A Body of work David Hallberg, the first American to join the famed Bolshoi Ballet as a principal dancer and the dazzling artist The New York Times described as “the foremost classical stylist of our day,” presents an intimate journey through his artistic life up to the moment he returns to the stage after a devastating injury almost cost him his career in his memoir
Survive like a Spy Everyone loves a good spy story, but most of the ones we hear are fictional. That's because the most dangerous and important spycraft is done in secret, often hidden in plain sight. In this powerful new book, bestselling author and former CIA officer Jason Hanson takes the reader deep inside the world of espionage, revealing true stories and expert tactics from real agents engaged in life-threatening missions around the world.
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Star from Afar
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Start a new tradition this Christmas season with The Christmas Star from Afar Wooden Nativity Set and Book. This simple game encourages children and families to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas.
Travel Bomber Jacket This multi-pocket travel jacket is an all-in-one solution to streamline a trip and keep everything you might need at hand. Stylish and practical, the BauBax Travel Bomber Jacket is a must-have for frequent travelers. Fifteen travel essentials are built into the bomber-style design
ATN Socks Developed by a vascular nurse for people on their feet all day, ATN Compression Socks launched in the U.S. in 2015 and is constantly expanding their product ranges and introducing new products and color combinations. Trusted and worn by over 200,000 healthcare professional daily, these soothing socks increase circulation, decrease muscle soreness, and help prevent formation of blood clots in lower legs. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, traveler, athlete or expecting mom, ATN has the right compression socks for you. November, 2017~ WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM | -25-
Holiday Heavy Helping of Holiday Happenings Upcoming in Hampton, -Enjoy street parades, nautical light shows, holiday shopping, and more-This November and December, slip into a warm sweater, grab a cup of hot cocoa, and head to Hampton, Virginia for a large helping of holiday cheer. Whether taking in a special seasonal performance at The American Theatre in Phoebus, enjoying a nautical parade of lights on the Hampton River, or cheering traditional street parades in Coliseum Central and downtown Hampton, there is an activity or event for every member of the family to celebrate the season. Nov. 10-12, browse over 300 quality crafters, vendors, artists, and local businesses at the Bodacious Bazaar, a shopping extravaganza taking place at the Hampton Roads Convention Center. The threeday event will feature upscale gifts, gourmet foods, fine art, and more. The “Real” Santa Claus will also make an appearance, so be sure to bring the kids! Cost is $7 for adults ($10 for two days), $4 for children, and children in strollers are free. Check out www.bodaciousbazaar.com/fall/ for further information.
The 19th Annual Coliseum Ce Nov. 18. Festivities include live balloons, marching bands, and S a.m., but get there early for a pr
The Holiday and Kwanzaa Ma Hampton University Museum. may purchase holiday and Kwa shop. The shop specializes in Af multicultural items and artwork day music, sales, and planned a shopping noon- 4:00 p.m., opt to Kwanzaa inspired brunch. Thou for the brunch.
The 29th Annual Downtown H back into downtown Hampton downtown Hampton for festivit highly anticipated parade of illu
On Dec. 9, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., the Hampton History Museum plays host to the Hampton Holiday Market. The Hampton Holiday Market features a variety of vendors offering homemade, homegrown and locally sourced merchandise including heritage foods, food trucks, arts and traditional crafts, demonstrations, hot cider, entertainment, and more. While enjoying the market, explore over 400 years of the city’s past in the Hampton History Galleries. -26- | WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM ~ November 2017
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arketplace fills the galleries of the Beginning at 10 a.m. Dec. 1, guests anzaa gifts from the museum gift frican, African-American, and other k. At 5:30 p.m., enjoy special holiactivities. On Dec. 2, in addition to o partake in a delicious holiday and ugh the event is free, there is a fee
Hampton Lighted Boat Parade sails on Friday, December 8. Cruise into ties beginning at 7 p.m., as this uminated power and sail boats will
be visible from anywhere along the Hampton River. Those who don’t have a vessel but want to join the action can board the Hampton Roads Charters: The Ocean Eagle boat. Attendees interested in riding on The Ocean Eagle are encouraged to make reservations by calling 757/868-3474. The admission is an unwrapped toy that will be donated to Toys for Tots. Captains who wish to enter their craft in the parade are encouraged to call 757/727-1271. December 9 marks the return of the Hampton Holly Days Parade beginning at 7 p.m. Join us for an evening of enchantment at the Peninsula’s largest illuminated holiday parade. Fun includes music from marching bands, spectacular floats, and the man of the hour, Santa. The parade goes from Eaton Street and Settlers Landing Road to Darling Stadium. Ring in 2017 at the New Year’s Eve Downtown Hampton Block Party, taking place Saturday, Dec. 31, 9 – 12:30 a.m. on Queens Way. For the fourth straight year, downtown Hampton will drop a lit, oversized, crab pot from the top of the Old Point National Bank. Several restaurants and bars will be open with no cover charge.
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Cruise Over the Whether you seek to get away for Thanksgiving or Christmas or wish to celebrate the New Year in style, you will find that amid the glittering elegance of an American Queen Steamboat Company holiday cruise is a seasonal spirit larger than life. Surrounded by elegant décor and new friends on the iconic American Queen®, you will gain a deep appreciation for all your many blessings. Enjoy a whole new list of things to be thankful for on a very special holiday cruise on the American Queen. Savor a delectable Thanksgiving meal, partake in festive enrichment activities, settle in the Grand Saloon for fabulous nightly entertainment and so much more on our Thanksgiving Festival cruise. On the Musical Heritage of the Delta themed cruise, experience the moving history and music of the region with our tailored musical and lecture entertainment. Our exclusive lineup of Holiday - Christmas Markets is the perfect venue to listen to holiday music while
browsing seasonal goods and the all-American southern artistry of local craftsmen. Ring in 2018 with an unforgettable celebration at our New Year’s Gala aboard the largest steamboat ever built! Make our home your home for the holidays this year! Experience the best of the Antebellum south during a magical time of the year and delight in all of your favorite holiday treats while
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getting acquainted with the classic traditions of the Cajun and Creole cultures. Our exclusive lineup of Christmas markets on the lower Mississippi River feature an exclusive Nottoway Plantation Christmas Market in the shadow of the “White Castle” of the south, a traditional Southern Plantation Dinner and Ball Demonstration, an Exclusive Holiday Gala and a Bonfire Lighting Ceremony on
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MEMPHIS TO NEW ORLEANS Explore the land of bawdy blues and Southern belles. This journey showcases the diversity and drama of the Lower Mississippi River. From Memphis to New Orleans, the river rolls slowly and expansively, smooth as a southern drawl. The bayous and woodlands along the shore create dramatic landscapes that are virtually unchanged since the days of the French fur traders.
NEW ORLEANS TO MEMPHIS Memory flows deep and sentiment eddies and swirls along the Lower Mississippi River. Experience authentic Southern culture as you journey through living history and soak in the romantic spirit of the Antebellum era. Fertile cotton fields, vast sugar cane plantations and imposing pillared mansions will transport you back in time, as will the Civil War battlefields.
the Levee to see you off to the next port. Other exciting themes available are Antebellum South (Nov. 12), Thanksgiving Festival (Nov. 19), Musical Heritage of the Delta (Nov. 26) and New Years Celebration (Dec. 25).
ROUNDTRIP NEW ORLEANS Experience authentic Southern culture as you journey through living history along the lower Mississippi River where it is easy to imagine that time has stood still. Onboard the American Queen, specially decorated for the holidays, ring in the New Year with a special New Year’s Eve party complete with music and champagne toast at midnight.
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Things to Do: Hunters across the United States are recognizing Coshocton County as the place for game. It’s often ranked as the top county in Ohio for deer kills and it’s open season year-round for a variety of prey. Today, man still has an incentive to hunt that dates back over two million years – for food. “In my family, we don’t kill it unless we are going to eat it,” said Scott Hosier, an avid hunter and fisherman. Some hunters donate the extra meat that they hunt to area food banks and pantries. Hunters in the county have donated as much as 20,000 pounds of venison (deer meat) per year to feed the hungry, explained Dewey Thompson, Coshocton Chapter Coordinator for Farmers & Hunters Feeding the Hungry. Deer damage to property within Coshocton city limits was so problematic, a committee was formed to resolve it. Thompson, an avid hunter, helped lead the effort. Together, the committee convinced the city council to lift a ban on bow hunting. Soon bow hunters donated more than 500 pounds of meat to the local Salvation Army. Thompson learned about the Farmers & Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) mission and got involved. This mission enables hunters to feed the hungry when more deer and other big game are harvested beyond their use. Before long, Thompson was ap-
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proached by the Ohio Division of Wildlife. They needed help culling the burgeoning deer population which was wreaking havoc on area farmlands and elsewhere. The Coshocton FHFH supplied 12,000 pounds of drop tagged deer to participating butchers that year for donations to the hungry. Before deer bag limits were dropped, Coshocton’s FHFH chapter was donating upward of 20,000 pounds of meat annually. Coshocton wasn’t always burgeoning with wildlife. “Decades ago, deer weren’t here like they are now,” Thompson said. “At the beginning of the 20th Century, deer were practically gone from these parts. And turkeys were totally gone!” Turkeys were re-introduced to Coshocton County in 1954. In the 1960s, businesses closed for the first day of squirrel and rabbit season. Thompson was seven years old when he learned how to hunt squirrel with his dad in Coshocton County. He used a 22 rifle. But when Thompson’s kids turned seven, they were hunting deer and turkey. One of the reasons why hunting went from famine to feast in Coshocton County is because of the repurposing of land. Old farms and mining properties have had nature reclaim them. Strip-mined land reclamation projects have transformed the terrain into extensive grassy brush lands. After plenty of brush, woods and water
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sources took hold, bigger game returned to the area. The terrain in places can be an advantage or disadvantage depending on the hunters. Past surface mining has left a rugged landscape so access can be a little more difficult. Serious hunters love this because they know that they can get deeper back and away from others who may be deterred by it. A unique combination of the landscape and Electric Powered All Purpose Vehicles (EPAPV) allows disabled hunters to obtain access to places where just several years ago they would not have thought possible. A permit is required and there are periodically organized hunts where others help out the disabled hunting parties. First, you need to scout the area before the season starts. Scouting is a huge part of the process. You need to track where the deer are eating, drinking and sleeping by following their signs through the woods. Next, you’ll need gear. This includes things like a tree stand and climbers to get up a tree until you find a clear shot range. “But the work really starts after you kill something,” Hosier said. “No doubt the deer will run 200 yards in the opposite direction of your truck.” You need to find the deer, field dress it and haul it to the truck. After you tag game, you can
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now check it by phone instead of a check station. This allows you to “bone it” on the spot and load game bags. Keep in mind, you not only have to drag the deer back but you need to haul all of your gear with you, too. If it’s dark, you can easily become disoriented and have trouble knowing where to go. Once you leave the woods, you still have work to do. If you don’t go to a meat processor, you’ll have to skin and butcher the deer yourself. Then, you pack the freezer! Hosier learned to hunt pheas-
ant and rabbit from his dad and grandpa when he was a kid. He used a double barreled shotgun side-by-side 20 gauge when he was about nine years old. It was his grandpa’s gun. “One of my sons got his first deer when he was seven years old using a 20 gauge shotgun,” Hosier said. “When he was nine years old, he got his first deer using a crossbow. But I’ll never forget his first turkey. I called it in but my son accidentally wiggled his fingers. These birds see everything!
The turkey took a wide path around. Twenty or thirty yards is an ideal distance but this one went a good forty yards away and stopped. I used the turkey call again. When it looked around a tree, my son got it! Forty yards out at eight years old and he got it! I didn’t even warn him that we use three-inch shells for turkey hunting. It’s a bigger load than the shotgun shells he was used to using at that time.” Another reason that Coshocton County has become a destination
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for hunters near and far is the vast public lands made available through the years. “Handshake permissions on private properties aren’t what they used to be 10 or so years ago,” Thompson explained. What’s left of the private lands has largely become a pay to play arrangement. Prime properties are leased by out of state hunters who primarily hunt for themselves. It’s rumored that a famous racecar driver bought 5,000 acres here just to use during deer season. Hunting property has become a competitive business. “I used to pay a land owner with a block of cheese but those days are gone,” Thompson laughed. Nowadays a lease may cost about $50 per acre so if you want to lease 100 acres, that’s $5,000 for one year or in a lot of cases, just one week in the fall for deer gun season. There’s even a web site, HuntDeerInOhio.com, offering to sublease acres for hunting. In addition, there are serious consequences for trespassing and poaching. Ohio has a hotline to turn in a poacher. Simply call 1-800-POACHER. What used to be a $50 fine is now up to $1,000 plus three days in jail. So hunters don’t even want to risk it with laws with such teeth. As a result, outfitter groups have sprung up to specialize in recreational hunting. So, you can lease property, seek an outfitter for a guided hunt or explore the large sects of public lands. Elsaan Outfitting is becoming one of Ohio’s premier upland gamebird hunting preserves offering sportsmen of all ages an ultimate experience in hunting upland game, as well as sporting clays. “The opportunities to hunt public land is spectacular in this area,”
Thompson said. “I’d say that east of the Mississippi, this is as good as it gets.” There is an abundance of public lands to hunt in Coshocton County totaling approximately 40,000 acres. These include Woodbury Wildlife Area, Muskingum Watershed Conservation District (Wills Creek and Mohawk Damn areas), American Electric Power Conesville Coal lands, and some smaller Division of Wildlife lands (Simco Wildlife Area and Mohican River Wildlife Area). Print and carry hunting permits are available online at wildlife. ohiodnr.gov. “Coshocton County is great for deer hunting because of the amount of public land,” said James “Andy” Hershner, Wildlife Area Supervisor at Woodbury Wildlife Area, managed by the Ohio Division of Wildlife. “You simply don’t have to worry about knocking on doors to get great hunting opportunities here.” Hershner oversees the management of Woodbury Wildlife Area plus Tri-Valley Wildlife Area, Dillon State Park, Powelson Wildlife Area and other public lands. Woodbury Wildlife Area grew considerably to nearly 20,000 acres with the purchase of land formerly owned by the Peabody Coal Company. There is a diverse mixture of habitats at Woodbury Wildlife Area. It ranges from expanses of legumes and grasses to virtually undisturbed woodlands. The area is made up of 35% open land, 8% brush land, and 57% woodlands. In addition, you’ll find 42
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wetlands and 116 ponds. Wildlife includes whitetail deer, wild turkey, squirrel, cottontail rabbits, and managed dove fields. Waterfowl and small game are mostly hunted by local hunters. Deer and turkey attract many non-resident hunters. There has been a significant increase in non-Ohio resident hunters in the past 5-10 years for whitetail deer due to the number
concentrated in this area. Culling the herds is needed to prevent overpopulation. This provides for healthier deer remaining and a healthier habitat all around. “Coshocton County has been listed as having the leading population of deer in the state and is consistently ranked in the top-3 counties for deer kills annually,” Hershner said. There is hunting for all seasons here. Archery hunting has grown a lot due to the longer season which
allows more selectivity. “You get to hunt the rut (breeding season) when bucks get a little careless and make themselves more visible,” explained Hershner. Deer archery season runs from the end of September through the beginning of February. Deer gun season is from the Monday after Thanksgiving to the following
Sunday. Muzzle-loading season spans several days in early January. It is a primitive weapons season so firearms must be loaded from the muzzle as was typical of early settlers when they hunted for deer. Squirrel season is from early September to the end of January. Rabbit season runs from early November until the end of February. Spring turkey season (Gobblers/ males-only) spans the end of April to Mid-May. Fall season is for either sex and runs from early Octo-
ber until the end of November. Woodbury Wildlife Area also has a Class-A shooting range. This public shooting range allows hunters to site-in their firearms. It is staffed and requires a permit to use it. There are approximately 50 shooting benches. The ranges are 25, 50, 100 and 200 yards. Trap and skeet shooting is available for shotgun hunters. There is also an archery course. Maps of the Woodbury Wildlife Area are available at wildlife. ohiodnr.gov/woodbury. There are a variety of lodging accommodations in Coshocton County. These feature hunting cabins, lodges, hotels, bed and breakfasts, and campgrounds. Some are for hunter’s-only. Campgrounds provide primitive sites for hunters-only and require a hunting license to stay there from the second Friday in October through the second Sunday after Thanksgiving. Hershner started hunting with his dad when he was about eight years old. He began using firearms after he turned ten years old. There is an apprenticeship program that allows minors to hunt with a licensed adult hunter. The apprenticeship license lasts up to three years. Then they have to pass the hunter safety course. Hunters must pass a hunter safety course. “Being licensed is part of what you need. You should also have a knowledge of the animal you are pursuing and the effort needed to pursue it.” Hershner said. He also emphasizes further safe-
ty by becoming familiar with laws and regulations and knowing how to handle the firearm or weapon you use. “Hunting teaches patience and discipline,” Hershner said. “It certainly teaches ethics because there is typically not someone watching over your shoulder to do the right thing.” “It is enjoyable to watch the natural world come alive in the morning and shut down at the end of the day,” smiled Hershner. “Hunting is my escape. Eighty percent of hunting is by myself. It’s nice just to take time out to go your own pace and absorb something.” One of the most important things to prepare for hunting is to make sure you are adequately equipped and clothed. You need to be prepared to stay outside in different weather and environments long enough for something to happen. “The three biggest things that’ll work against you is to be cold, wet and hungry,” warned Hershner. Hunters don’t have to worry about getting basic supplies and ammunition in the Coshocton area. Most hardware stores in the area carry shotgun shells. In Coshocton, there’s Woodbury Outfitters which is a local retail store that will meet your hunting needs. One thing you can’t buy is good luck. Sometimes hunters feel a touch of humility when they tell their stories about the one that got away. “Whenever I part with my kids in the woods, it’s my tradition to say, ‘Good luck, shoot a buck. Oh no, not a doe,’” concluded Hosier. That said, Coshocton County, Ohio abounds with good luck for hunters. After all, there are plenty of bucks – and other game – to go around.
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Galleria Dallas Hosts a Holiday Celebration as big and bold as Texas. Famed destination hosts Olympic Gold Medalists and America’s tallest indoor Christmas tree.
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Galleria Dallas’ has been considered one of the top holiday destination spots for shoppers across North Texas and around the world for more than three decades. From the iconic 95-foot Christmas tree to Missile Toes, the ice skating Santa who shoots fireworks from his skates, the holiday celebration is much like the shopping center (and Texas) -- big and bold. The holiday season at Galleria Dallas kicks off in early November with the decorating of America’s tallest indoor Christmas tree which features nearly a half million light, 10,000 ornaments and a 100-pound, 10-foot tall LED star. The festivities continue throughout the season with live entertainment and other numerous holiday events, Nov. 24 – Dec. 31. For thousands of shoppers, a trek to Galleria Dallas to enjoy the abundance of sales and promotions that are offered on both Thanksgiving Day (November
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alleria Dallas 23) and Black Friday (November 24) is an annual tradition. The holiday festivities will kick off at noon on Black Friday with the impressive Grand Tree Lighting Celebration featuring the 2014 Olympic Gold Medalists Meryl Davis and Charlie White and a spectacular firework finale as the tree is lit. The ceremony will be hosted each Saturday through December 16th starting at 6 pm and will feature other local and national skating luminaries. The shopping center will be bedazzled in holiday décor top to bottom throughout each level. Even the parking directors don festive Santa suits to usher drivers to one of the 10,000 covered parking locations. For those guests wishing to stay and make a weekend out of it, the adjoined Westin Galleria Dallas Hotel is conveniently located and accessible to Galleria Dallas and offers great shopping packages to make the most out of the stay. Guests have access to holiday shopping and dining at more than 200 retailers including several exclusive, specialty boutiques and stores such as flagship Belk, Zara, Club Monaco, Bailey Banks & Biddle, Le Creuset, BoxLunch, Wrangler, American Girl™ and more. Enjoy all the season has to offer, including Galleria’s extended holiday hours, while checking off the gift-giving list! Please see the full schedule and
more information on holiday events at GalleriaDallas.com/ holiday HOLIDAY AT GALLERIA DALLAS SCHEDULE OF EVENTS / GALLERIA DALLAS CHRISTMAS TREE RAISING All Levels, Center Court The holiday begins with the traditional decoration and raising of the country’s tallest indoor Christmas tree. A crew of 50 works round-the-clock to set up Dallas’ most iconic holiday tree in grand fashion. Nov. 5 – Nov. 8 VISIT SANTA CLAUS IN HIS VILLAGE - Level 2, near Belk A must for every holiday season, straight from the North Pole, Santa invites all children to his Village to hear gift requests and take photos. Nov. 17 – Dec. 24 (Visit galleriadallas.com/santa for Santa’s daily arrival & departure times.) GRAND TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION - All Levels, Center Court Every show features Missile Toes, Galleria’s ice-skating, back-flipping, pyrotechnic Santa Claus, live performances by Olympic and National Champion-ranked skaters, and local children who introduce the lighting of the country’s tallest indoor tree.
Olympic Gold Medalists Meryl Davis and Charlie White lead the power-packed lineup for the Macy’s Grand Tree Lighting Celebration at Galleria Dallas in a special performance Friday, November 24 at noon and Saturday November 25 at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 24 at noon – Meryl Davis & Charlie White, 2014 Olympic Gold Medalists Saturday, Nov. 25 at 6 p.m. -Meryl Davis & Charlie White, 2014 Olympic Gold Medalists Saturday, Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. -Maia & Alex Shibutani – 2017 US National Dance Champions Saturday, Dec. 9 at 6 p.m. -Ryan Bradley – 2011 US Men’s National Champion Saturday, Dec 16 at 6 p.m. -Jonathan Cassar – 2017 US Professional Champion / Complimentary ILLUMINATION CELEBRATION All Levels, Center Court The nation’s tallest indoor Christmas tree illuminates in grand fashion choreographed to magical sounds of the season.
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Nov. 24 – Dec. 24 daily at noon, 2 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 physical and other developmental needs. p.m. and 8 p.m. (no 8 p.m. shows on Sundays) November 19 & 26, 9 a.m. Complimentary BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT AMERICAN SLAPPY’S HOLIDAY CIRCUS GIRL™ - Celebrate the season with your special Level 1, near Nordstrom and Belk girl! Start the merriment with a delicious continenPresented by Slappy’s Playhouse, experience tal breakfast at American Girl. a classic European Circus with puppets, magic, December 3 & 10 at 9 a.m. clowns, contortionists and jugglers in a fast-paced show that’s fun for the entire family. HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT - Plano Civic Friday, Nov. 24, 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. Chorus / Level 1, Center Court / Nov. 24, 12:30 p.m. Saturdays, Nov. 25, Dec. 2, 9, 16 & 23 at 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. Complimentary Brookhaven Handbell Ensemble - Level 1, Center Court / Dec. 2, 2:30 p.m. OPERATION KINDNESS OLIDAY PET ADOPTION School Choir Performances Level 1, near Banana Republic Dec. 1, 7, 8, 14 & 15 In partnership with Operation Kindness, Galleria See GalleriaDallas.com/holiday for performance Dallas will be hosting dog and cat pet adoptions. times This is the perfect time to get a new friend just in time for the holidays. Sounding Brass Nov. 17 – Dec. 31; Monday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 7 Level 1, traveling throughout the center p.m., Sunday: noon – 6 p.m. (Closed December 25) Nov. 24 & 25/ Dec. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16-24 Adoption fees: $135 for cats/kittens and $185 for 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. dogs/puppies Strolling Entertainers (Stiltwalker & Elf) SHOWTIME SATURDAYS December 18-23 throughout the center, 11 a.m. – Level 3, near the Children’s Play Place 3 p.m. Kids of all ages enjoy fun times with family entertainment at Showtime Saturdays. Each week’s Uptown Carolers performance is different and continues throughout December 20-23, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. the year. Visit our events page at GalleriaDallas. December 24, 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. com for the weekly performances. Additional face painters and balloon artists will be onsite NovemGalleria Dallas ber 4, November 25, December 2, 9, 16 and 23 from Galleria Dallas is an iconic shopping center with a 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.. unique collection of more than 200 retailers, restaurants Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. / Complimentary and experiences including a flagship Belk, Nordstrom, Macy’s, the world’s only GAP, Banana Republic and CHANUKAH MENORAH LIGHTING Old Navy combo anchor, a market-exclusive American Level 1, near the Guest Reception Center Girl, The Westin Galleria Dallas hotel and the signaCelebrate Chanukah with our large-scale Meno- ture Galleria Ice Skating Center. Welcoming more than rah as we light a candle every evening. 19 million visitors annually, only Galleria Dallas deDecember 12 - December 20 livers the consummate Dallas shopping experience. Visit http://www.galleriadallas.com for hours and to SANTA CARES - Level 2, near Belk learn more about the shopping center. Galleria Dallas Children with special needs and their families is managed by Simon Property Group, Inc. Galleria are invited to a private photo session with Santa Dallas, 13350 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, Texas, 75240. in an environment set up to support their sensory, -36- | WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM ~ November 2017
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People to See:
Comedian Tom Green LAS VEGAS – Multi-talented comedian, actor and television host Tom Green will bring his unique brand of onstage hilarity to Las Vegas with “The Tom Green Show” opening in the Back Room at Bally’s in Las Vegas. Tickets are now on sale. Tom is well-known as the hilarious TV talk-show trickster, “anything goes” film actor, and interactive internet pioneer, but his roots as a thoroughly unique stand-up comedian run wild and deep. In the past few years, the innovative, willfully off-the-wall performer has reinvented and reinvigorated himself with live comedy gigs across the globe as the lunatic sage of the digital era. Now, he brings his show to Las Vegas, where he will incorporate video, music and special guests. Let the party begin! Sharp, funny, and provocative in concert, Tom reels off a stream of hilarious insights about the ways technology has changed us all since the turn of the century -- a wealth of observational humor that could never have existed before the rise of computers, the web and social media. With his cynical, finely-tuned rants about the etiquette and evolutionary dangers of texting, the pitfalls of Facebook, the death of privacy and the slippery slope of digital camera convenience, Tom picks up the satirical, profane torch once borne by Bill Hicks and updates the cynically nutty view of society that fueled George Carlin’s classic routines. The subjects can be raw -- drugs, suicide, war and pornography -- and they can be topical -- the economy, politics,and the strange ascent of his former employer on TV’s “The Celebrity Apprentice,” Donald Trump. Tom also deals with the pitfalls of celebrity, a
topic he knows all too well, as well as his battle with cancer and the reality of being in his mid-40s without having had children. He finds the laughs in all of the above.
If Tom’s occasional explosions of righteous anger recall the howl of Sam Kinison, they are leavened by his sometimes wistful recollections of a simpler time when he was growing up suburban in the last days of the Cold War. As frenetic as Tom can get, his genial, impish side continues to pop in and out during his set, insuring that the crowd is on his side. And, of course, he delights in occasional, absurd interaction with his audience. As Tom has honed his material on national and international tours of theaters and comedy clubs, his fans have come to see someone who has gone beyond his movie roles and video persona while still staying true to the hilarity and anarchy that first brought him fame. And those fans have been right in tune with their trailblazing hero as he wins new admirers with his wit, energy and range. The show is produced by UD Factory in conjunction with Tadross Media Group, who are also jointly producing another show in the Back Room at Bally’s Las Vegas, The Miss Behave Gameshow, performing Wednesday through Sunday at 8 p.m. “The Tom Green Show” performs Sunday through Wednesday at 10 p.m. beginning Sunday, Oct. 29, with an additional midnight show on Sundays. Tickets are $39, $59 and $79, with a meet-and-greet package available for $99, plus applicable tax and fees, and go on sale Saturday, Sept. 30 at 10 a.m. PST. To purchase tickets and for additional information, please visit TomGreenVegas.com. November, 2017~ WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM | -39-
Places to Go, Things to do, & People to See :
In Burban
BURBANK - Warner Bros. was born from a gamble. A gamble four ambitious brothers made with the world that audiences would gravitate to the talkies motion pictures that synced speech with sound. As with most landmark innovations, early attempts proved wildly unsuccessful. But on October 6th 1927, Warner Bros. released The Jazz Singer and changed entertainment forever. The Brothers Warner, Albert, Sam, Jack and Harry often risked everything they had for what they believed in. It’s a trait that Cass Warner Sperling, Harry Warner’s granddaughter, feels is responsible for all success the studio has enjoyed since that historic premiere. They were pioneers. They were big risk takers and innovators and many times gambled everything on their goals and dreams. On Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood, guests will journey up close and personal to the sets and -40- | WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM ~ November 2017
soundstages where that pioneering spirit lives on. From Casablanca to The Music Man, Friends to ER, Ellen to Conan, guests will see what happens behind the camera of a working entertainment studio. The tours focus on how production happens and that will inspire people to not only understand what goes on in the making of a film, but to experiment themselves. Most people have no clue what is involved. But the tour can be a tool for people to learn and really express themselves. To learn more about Harry Warner and the studio’s founding family, upgrade now to our Deluxe Tour where you can enjoy an exclusive luncheon with Cass Warner Sperling in the official Warner Bros. commissary, the restaurant where actors, directors and producers discuss present and future projects. Studio Tours depart at set times from 8:15am to 4:00pm (subject to change) (Closed Christmas Day)
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Go Ice Skating in Sunny Downtown
Downtown Burbank’s most festive holiday tradition returns for outdoor ice skating, fundraising events, and special performances at The Rink in Downtown Burbank. Located in the heart of Downtown Burbank and just steps from San Fernando Boulevard, The Rink will provide a festive getaway for customers, employees and fami-
lies out for seasonal fun Thursday, December 14, 2017 through Sunday, January 7, 2018. Themed entertainment, twinkling lights, and joyful music will add to the holiday spirit. Before or after a 90 minute session, skaters are invited to explore hundreds of shops and eateries. The Rink in is next to Burbank City Hall, Third Street and Orange Grove Avenue.
The Burbank Winter Wine Walk is the social event of the year and is coming back to Downtown Burbank on Saturday, November 18th! Featuring a FREE Holiday Street Fair, Live Entertainment and Snow Fall at The Main Stage. The Wine Walk takes place from 4pm-7pm and tickets are $45. Tickets include samples from wineries and breweries in your favorite Downtown businesses. Each guest will receive a tasting cup and a map of the participating tasting sites in Downtown Burbank. Each tasting site will have a designated area set up for Wine Walk guests to sample the amazing wines and beers! Book your Burbank stay through Visit Burbank and receive two Tickets to the Winter Wine Walk!* November, 2017~ WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM | -41-
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P laces to G o: IOWA
The Amana
Known as “The Handcrafted Escape
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a Colonies By Kathy Barnett Senior Editor If you want to get away for an extended weekend of peaceful surroundings, perhaps take in a live performance of the classic tale, “A Christmas Carol” and still get some shopping in for those unique hard-to-find craft originals, try the inviting atmosphere of the Amana Colonies. The seven villages of the Amana Colonies offer visitors the opportunity to step back from today’s busy pace, to relish in the comfort of locally crafted foods, furniture, art and other area attractions. The Colonies offer a unique history and culture found nowhere else in the world. There are six museums which share the area’s origin, 16 galleries and studios, and more than 30 shops displaying their wares. If traveling over the river and through the roads is still a tradition, visit between Nov. 24 and Dec. 17 during the annual “Tannenbaum Forest” where twinkling lights of over 40 decorated real Christmas Trees are displayed. Santa will be available to visit and hear last-minute wishes. Then stop by St Nick’s Cafe, and see their 17 foot German-style Christmas pyramid! A good will offering is collected with proceeds benefiting the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital. While shopping, check out the largest clock selection in Iowa at what used to be a 19th Century
woolen mill. It is now the Amana Furniture and Clock Shop displaying hand designed heirloom pieces which show off century-old building methods that have been passed down for generations. The General Store is another must-visit. Built in 1858, this building is a prominent landmark in the main village. With two special ar-
eas, the Amana Coffee & Tea Co., which offers an exclusive line of flavored whole bean coffees and a variety of loose-leaf teas, and the International Christmas Market, a year-round holiday wonderland. Please turn to next page...
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Places to Go
ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME EXHIBIT Comes To Museum GRAND RAPIDS – The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum and Foundation will be bringing a glimpse of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to the Ford Presidential Museum this November with an exhibit that explores how rock music can change attitudes about patriotism, peace, equality and freedom. “Louder Than Words: Rock, Power and Politics” opens to the public during a Ford After Five evening event, November 7 and runs through February 11. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio, and the Newseum in Washington, D.C., partnered to create this one-of-kind exhibit. The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum’s presentation of “Louder Than Words: Rock, Power and Politics,” marks its first stop outside of the two iconic partnering museums. The exhibit first premiered on May 20, 2017, at the Rock Hall and was on display at the Newseum during the 2017 presidential inauguration through July 31. Video, multimedia, photographs, periodicals and artifacts, such as Bono’s 2002 Super Bowl jacket will be displayed. Performing at the Super Bowl in the wake of the 9/11 attacks, U2 paid tribute to the victims by projecting their names on a massive backdrop as it played “Where the Streets Have No Name.” Bono wore the jacket during the performance; the jacket’s stars-and-stripes lining serves as an additional homage to the victims.
“‘Louder Than Words’ highlights how artists have used their craft as a platform to express their views and shape public opinion,” said Greg Harris, president and CEO of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The exhibit explores how artists exercise their First Amendment rights, challenge assumptions and beliefs, stimulate thought and effect change. Beyond music’s influence on the civil rights movement, the Vietnam War and gender equality, the exhibit also features other significant moments and figures. “We are honored to have the opportunity to partner with the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to bring this exhibition to the region,” said Elaine Didier, director of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum. From ex-Beatle George Harrison’s visit to the White House, to stories of Steve Ford playing Led Zeppelin music from the White House roof, rock music had a definite history during the Ford presidency. The November 7, opening event begins at 6 p.m. Membership to the Friends of Ford is available online at geraldrfordfoundation.org/donate, or by calling 616-2540396. This exhibit will be included as part of the Museum’s regular admission fees. For more information about the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and its traveling exhibits, visit https://www.rockhall.com/visit/ exhibits. November, 2017~ WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM | -49-
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Tidbits of A Creative Retreat to the Scenic Boone River Valley
Plan a girlfriend’s getaway to north central Iowa for a “DIY” session! From hands-on creative workshops and delicious dining, to unique shopping and outdoor activities, you and your girlfriends
will enjoy a relaxing trip to Webster City and the scenic Boone River Valley. Try a hands-on workshop through Legacy Learning Boone River Valley for a fun day of bond-
The Escape Room Indianapolis / IN The Escape Room Indianapolis offers a fun and interactive adventure game designed for everyone. The concept is: You and your team are locked in a themed room where you have 60 minutes to find clues, solve puzzles, and discover keys and combinations to escape the room before your time is up! The Escape Room Indianapolis is fun with your family, friends, and co-workers! They are designed to be very challenging, but the nice thing about this attraction, is there are more than one room for repeat visit and each is a different level of escape. There are introductory, intermediate and advanced levels from which to choose. Prices are $29 per person. Open seven days a week, hours vary. Check out more information at escaperoomindy.com -54- | WEEKENDEREXTENDED.COM ~ November 2017
ing with friends and flexing your creative muscles. Don’t be afraid to get out of your comfort zone and sign up for a class on a topic you know nothing about. You’ll be guided by experienced instructors might just discover a new hobby. Class topics include welded garden sculptures, quilting in nature, clay holiday ornaments, bread baking, basket making, cabin building fundamentals, butterfly hikes and fossil expeditions. Visit Legacy Learning’s event calendar to view the schedule of upcoming workshops. www.legacylearningbrv.com
f News Turkey Trot 5K Nov. 23 / Henderson, KY.
Strut your stuff starting at 9 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church of Henderson! Family Fun Event- run, bike, walk, push a stroller, walk your dog- just come out on Thanksgiving morning for a fun event for the entire family! Proceeds go to Benefit the Brain Injury Adventure Camp. Cost is $30. Shirts guaranteed only to participants who register before November 10. Registration ends November 21, 2017 at 8:00am CST You may register online at https://runsignup.com/ Race/KY/Henderson/TurkeyTrot5K
Virginia Film Festival Nov. 9-12 / VA Back for the 30th consecutive year, highlighting a diverse program featuring more than 150 films, and an outstanding array of special guests including Academy Award-winning filmmakers Spike Lee and Ezra Edelman, Emmy Award-winning actor William H. Macy, and noted author Margot Lee Shetterly. The 2017 Virginia Film Festival guest list will include more than 100 filmmakers in all, representing a diverse program il-
lustrating the broad spectrum of cinema, from some of the most acclaimed titles on the current festival scene, to fascinating documentaries, timeless classics, and exciting new discoveries that cover some of the most important and widely-discussed topics in the world today. Family Day, set for Saturday, November 11 on the Betsy and John Casteen Arts Grounds at the Potter and the Sorcerer’s University of Virginia, will feature screenings of Stone, plus interactive The Aristocats and Harry arts workshops. For the
complete VFF program, please visit www.virginiafilmfestival.org.
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