February 2015

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6 CONTRIBUTORS

52 FACTOIDS

ENTERTAINMENT10 EVENTS RECAP

12 EVENTS CALENDAR

14 7 THINGS

16 CULTURE PROFILES

Voice18 BEYOND BORDERS

20 WAY TOO INDIE

26 AT HOME

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SHELTERPET OF THEMONTH Rufus is a little puppy who has had a tough life. He arrived at the Oglala Pet Project with severe mange and a skin infection. But after a lot of TLC from his Sioux Falls foster family, he’s ready to be adopted! Rufus is vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped. OPP staff thinks he’ll be in the 30 lb. range as an adult, but his breed is unknown. He’s great with other dogs and would like to meet you! For more info, e-mail [email protected] or call (605) 455-1518.

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(page 6) FEBRUARY 2015CONTRIBUTORS

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Paige KilgorePhotographer

Paige Kilgore is an artist behind a camera who is inspired by everything this life has to offer. She loves laughter, happiness, love, and new experi-ences.

Kelsey Bewickwriter

Kelsey has spent the past year sampling red beer, exploring the Black Hills, and learn-ing what it means to be a South Dakotan. Follow her adventures online at kelseybewick.com or @kelseybe-wick on Twitter and Instagram.

Leah Vanden BoschWriter

Leah Vanden Bosch has relocated back to the Midwest after living in New York and Nashville, Tenn. Leah enjoys spending time with family and friends, running on the local trails, and indulging in good coffee.

Jordan Smithwriter

Jordan Smith is a senior at SDSU and calls Rapid City home. She is pursuing a major in journalism and is the editor-in-chief of The Collegian. In her spare time, you can find her hiking in the Black Hills or playing with her pomeranian, Buzz.

The attack on the Charlie Hebdo office in Paris scared the pants off everyone in the media. No matter the format of our work, it forced us to evaluate how we handle controversial topics and how we approach safety. For most of us, the massacre only reaffirmed our belief in what we do and why it’s important. Without freedom of opinion and open public discussion, if we allow fear and hate to rule us, the danger to our society is far greater. In the wake of the Paris attacks, working on an issue that focuses chiefly on Valentine’s Day with its hearts and flowers and waxy chocolates may seem frivolous. But however much the actions of terrorists spotlight the bad in this world, it is important that we take time to celebrate the good. The best way to combat intolerance is by espousing acceptance, love and hope. On the cover this month, you’ll find hope incarnate – 605’s annual attempt at matchmaking, “Blinded by Love.” We salute the trust, courage and optimism each of our singles displayed when agreeing to partake. It’s unknown whether any real love connections were made, but each participant told us they’d do it again. Courage feels good. Whether you’re observing Valentine’s Day with a sweetheart, friends, or sitting this one out with Netflix, take time this month to tell the people in your life how much they mean to you. Love cannot be relegated to a single day. It should be celebrated on a daily basis.

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Michael ToddWriter

Michael Todd is a native Nebraskan, though he’s become fast friends with Sioux Falls, where he works as junior developer at Lemonly. Having worked as managing editor for Hear Ne-braska, he loves music, writing about music, and writing music of his own.

Kinseygustafsonwriter

Kinsey graduated from SDSU with her degree in journalism. She spends her time in the Black Hills drinking coffee, watching too much Netflix, and writing for 605 Magazine.

Stacey Niewenhuiswriter

Stacey Niewenhuis is owner of 605 Fit Studio & Apparel in Sioux Falls. She is a Certified Fitness Instructor and Health Coach through The American Council on Exercise. She loves to guide others in their journey to lead a healthier lifestyle and realize the benefits of being their best self.

Austin Kausonline Writer

Austin Kaus is the creator of Songs from a Couch (songsfroma-couch.com), co-di-rector of an upcoming documentary about The Pomp Room, and a writer with a great wife and 3.5 cats.


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THE CENTER FOR EQUALITY’S ANNUAL

EXTRAVAGANZAIcon Event Hall was as a sophisticated,

understated backdrop for the Sioux Falls Center for Equality’s inaugural Annual Extravaganza January 3. In addition to

discussing the Center’s priorities over the next year (greater focus on youth outreach

and suicide prevention – and planning June’s Sioux Falls Pride event), awards were presented

to individuals for their work in support of the LGBT community. New board members Brienne Maner and Kendra Heathscott were also recognized. For more info on upcoming

Center for Equality events, visit www.thecenterforequality.org.

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CLEAVER’S CHEF CHALLENGE – “BEST IN BEEF”More than a dozen of the area’s top chefs converged at The District January 17 to show off their skills. The event began with a cocktail hour, but then it was all about the beef. The many mouthwatering options included “Sopes de Barbacoa with Poblano Cream” by Chef Jason Bergan of Tony’s Catering, “Reuben Rounders with Remoulade Sauce” by David Scott of Localmotive Food Truck, and “Smoked Peanut Butter Braised Beef Short Rib with Port Salut and Strawberry-Serrano Jam on Toasted Sourdough” by Minnehaha Country Club’s Matt Muntefering. Proceeds from the event benefit The Children’s Home Society.

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ENTERTAINMENT

February 1, 8, 15, 22NOSTALGIA NIGHT FILM SERIESElks Theatre, Rapid City. 6:30 p.m. Films include Shop Around the Corner (2/1), Diamonds Are Forever (2/8), Stage Door (2/15), Anastasia (2/22). $6 or season tickets available. More info: www.sdmt.edu/library/friends or (605) 394-1262.

February 8CINEMA FALLS: OSCAR NOMINATED DOC SHORTS 2015Icon Lounge, Sioux Falls. 3:00 p.m. View five Oscar nominated short documentaries. $15. More info: www.cinemafalls.com/tickets or (605) 444-4426.

February 13PERFECTLY PAIREDFirehouse Wine Cellars, Rapid City. 6:30 p.m. A romantic evening featuring locally crafted, perfectly paired food and wine. 21+. More info: www.firehousewinecellars.com or (605) 716-9463.

MASQUERADE BALL Icon Lounge, Sioux Falls. 8 p.m. Hosted by Holman Photography. Photo booth, music, and special guests. Don’t forget your mask. 18+. $10 for 18-20. 21+ Free. More info: www.iconsiouxfalls.com or (605) 444-4426.

February 13-15WINTERFEST OF WHEELSSioux Falls Convention Center. Show features unique and premier cars. More info: www.winterfestofwheels.com or (605) 231-3100.

9 TO 5: THE MUSICALPerforming Arts Center, Rapid City. A musical story of workplace friendship and revenge by Dolly Parton. $21-28. More info: www.performingartsrc.org or (605) 394-1786.

February 14PROM PART DEUXHilton Garden Inn, Sioux Falls. Dance the night away to hits from the 80’s and more. 21+. $50. More info: www.theeeventcompanysd.com or (605) 366-7022.

VALENTINE MASQUERADE BALLAdoba Hotel Grand Ballroom, Rapid City. $30-40. More info: www.adobahotelrapidcity.com or (605) 716-7248.

February 20DAINTY OBSESSIONS LIVE WEDDING EVENTThe District, Sioux Falls. 6 p.m. $15. Questions: [email protected]. More info: www.daintyobsessions.com/weddingshow.

RECORDS COLLECTING DUST DOCUMENTARY PREMIERETotal Drag, Sioux Falls. 7:30. Film documents the vinyl collections of

famous punk rockers. More info: www.totaldragrecords.com or (605) 521-6439.

February 20-21FLASHDANCE THE MUSICAL Rushmore Civic Plaza Center, Rapid City. More info: www.gotmine.com or (605) 394-4111.

February 20-March 14VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKEFirehouse Theater, Rapid City. 7:30 p.m. Comedy by Tony winner Christopher Durang. More info: www.firehousebrewing.com or (605) 716-9463.

February 24-25SISTER ACTWashington Pavilion, Sioux Falls. 7:30. Broadway adaptation of the smash hit movie. More info: www.washingtonpavilion.org or (605) 367-6000.

February 25-March 1A DOLL’S HOUSEEdith Mortenson Center Theatre, Augustana College, Sioux Falls. 2:30 or 7:30 p.m. Henrik Ibsen-penned drama. $10-15. More info: www.augie.edu/events/theatre-presents-dolls-house or (605) 274-5320.

February 28LAST DAY TO SKATE BEACH PARTYMain Street Square, Rapid City. 1-5 p.m. Bring the whole family to ice skate in a tropical paradise. More info: www.mainstreetsquarerc.com or (605) 716-7979.

BRRRVANA 2015Monk’s House of Ale Repute, Sioux Falls. 3 p.m. Winter beer festival. More info: www.monkshouseofalerepute.com or (605) 338-2328.

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February 7DECADENCE IN CHOCOLATE The Coliseum, Sioux Falls. 7-10 p.m. Event benefits the Sioux Falls Multi-Cultural Center. Tickets $25 or $40 for a pair. More info: www.sfmcc.org or (605) 367-7401.

February 13SWEET ART SHOW Museum of Visual Materials, Sioux Falls. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Art show and reception benefits mission of JAM Art & Supplies. Event features gourmet ice cream bar. $10/freewill donation. More info: www.jamartandsupplies.com or (605) 366-7022.

February 20-2110TH ANNUAL YFS DIAMONDS AND DENIM DINNER THEATRE Youth & Family Services, Rapid City. 5:30 p.m. Benefits programs that

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help western South Dakota children and families. $70. More info: www.youthandfamilyservices.org or (605) 342-4195.

February 21SPECIAL OLYMPICS POLAR PLUNGE Rushmore Mall, Rapid City. Noon. Polar Plungers will be “freezin’ for a reason” – to raise money for Special Olympics South Dakota. More info: www.plungesd.com or (605) 484-7401.

February 26PUMPS, PEARLS, PURSES Icon Lounge, Sioux Falls. 5:30. The Junior League of Sioux Falls’ girls-only fundraiser features appetizers, shopping, silent auction – and a red carpet. $40-45. More info: www.jlsiouxfalls.org or (605) 336-9469.

SPORTS

February 6, 7, 21SIOUX FALLS STAMPEDEDenny Sanford Premier Center. Start times vary. More info: www.sfstampede.com or call (605) 336-6060.

February 6, 7, 20, 21, 24, 26SIOUX FALLS SKYFORCESanford Pentagon, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. More info: www.nba.com/dleague/siouxfalls or (605) 312-7900.

February 10, 13, 14, 17, 18, 24, 27, 28RAPID CITY RUSHRushmore Civic Plaza Center Ice Arena. Times vary. More info: www.rapidcityrush.com or (605) 716-7825.

February 15SIOUX FALLS STORMDenny Sanford Premier Center, Sioux Falls. 2:05 p.m. More info: www.siouxfallsstorm.com or (605) 274-6686.

MUSICDue to space, here are only some of the biggest shows of the month.

February 4POWERMAN 5000The District, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. Also playing: Hed Pe. More info: www.thedistrictsf.com or (605) 271-5600.

February 5GREG REKUSTotal Drag, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. Also playing: Zach Wilson and Brian Hoffman. All ages. $5. More info: www.totaldragrecords.com or (605) 521-6439.

February 6 ERIC PASLAYThe District, Sioux Falls. 8 p.m. Also playing: Drew Baldridge. $17-27. More info: www.thedistrictsf.com or (605) 271-5600.

DONNYBROOK BRAWLERSTotal Drag, Sioux Falls. 8 p.m. Also playing: International Cover Up and McVay

Brothers. All ages. $5. More info: www.totaldragrecords.com or (605) 521-6439.

February 9SMALL HOUSESTotal Drag, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. Also playing: Burlap Wolf King, Joshua Kloyda and Stringed Soul. All ages. $7. More info: www.totaldragrecords.com or (605) 521-6439.

February 10SUCHON WIND QUINTETRushmore Plaza Civic Center, Rapid City. 7:30 p.m. Presented by the Rapid City Concert Association. $5-75. More info: www.gotmine.com or (605) 394-4115.

February 13 MARTINA MCBRIDESwiftel Center, Brookings. 8 p.m. Tickets $35-75. More info: www.swiftelcenter.com or (605) 692-7539.

DAMN YOUR EYESTotal Drag, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. Also playing: Souls and Mitigate. All ages. $5. More info: www.totaldragrecords.com or (605) 521-6439.

February 13-14 DEREK ROSSRumours Coffee & Wine, Rapid City. 7-9 p.m. More info: www.blackhillsrumours.com or (605) 791-5558.

February 14 PROFIcon Lounge, Sioux Falls. 9 p.m. Also playing: St. Paul Slim, Dino Basic, Philly Fate and DJ 8E Proof. $12-15. More info: www.store.collectiveeffortsunion.com or (605) 444-4426.

February 20-21 TRAP KITRumours Coffee & Wine, Rapid City. 7-9 p.m. Acoustic and electric rhythmic melodies. More info: www.blackhillsrumours.com or (605) 791-5558.

February 22 LA CATRINA STRING QUARTETPerforming Arts Center, Brookings. 2:30 p.m. Tickets $5 for students or $20 for adults. More info: www.sdstate.edu/mus/chamber or (605) 688-5187.

MARTIN SEXTONThe District, Sioux Falls. 7 p.m. $25-27. More info: www.thedistrictsf.com or (605) 271-5600.

February 23AUDRA MCDONALD Performing Arts Center, Brookings. 7:30 p.m. More info: www.sdstate.edu/mus/outreach/woodbine or (605) 688-5187.

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February 22. 5 p.m. Icon Lounge, Sioux Falls. Get red carpet-ready! KSFY, Cinema Falls, and the Sioux Falls State Theatre present dinner and a live telecast of the 87th Annual Academy Awards. Proceeds from the event benefit the restoration of the State Theatre. Tickets are $125 per person. More info: www.siouxfallsstatetheatre.org or call (605) 335-5757.

5 FROST FEST

February 20-22. Brookings. The Brookings CVB and its community partners present three days of frozen fun. The family-friendly weekend includes more than a dozen activities, including the Snow Ball Father/Daughter Dance, Snowshoe Challenge, Ice Fishing Derby and Strider Bike Snow Course. More info: www.visitbrookingssd.com/events/frost-fest or (605) 692-6125.

2 SIOUX EMPIRE ON TAP BEER FESTIVAL

February 7. The District, Sioux Falls. Choose from one of two sessions (1-4 p.m. or 5-8 p.m.). Sample over 100 beers from some of America’s best craft breweries. Food available for purchase. Live music. Tickets are $30 in advance or $40 day of show. Admission includes souvenir tasting glass. More info: www.thedistrictsf.com or (605) 271-5600.

3 DAINTY OBSESSIONS LIVE WEDDING EVENT

February 20. 6 p.m. The District, Sioux Falls. It’s the ultimate evening of in-spiration for brides-to-be. See regional wedding vendors in action as Dainty Obsessions stages five mock weddings, complete with cocktail hour, reception, and dance party. Sample hors d’oeuvres, drinks and sweet treats. View station-ary, flowers, and beautifully styled ta-bles. Admission is $15. More info: www.daintyobsessions.com/weddingshow.

DEADWOOD MARDI GRAS // February 6-7. Deadwood. The best party north of the Bayou is in the Black Hills. Celebrate Mardi Gras in the Wild West with a weekend full of free activities including parades, costume contests, parties, and lots of live music. More info: www.deadwood.org/events/mardigrasweekend or (605) 578-1876.

7 NIGHT SHIELD RECORD RELEASE PARTY

February 28. 9 p.m. Bigs Bar, Sioux Falls. Join South Dakota hip hop tour de force Gabriel Night Shield as he releases his sixth album, The Addiction. Host-ed by Trey Lane, other performers include Maniac: The Siouxpernatural, Danny Boy, V the Noble One, KD3, Elite Squad Records, and Bryanna Bee. Show is 18+. $10 cover includes copy of the album. More info: www.collectiveeffortsunion.com.

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February 27. 7 p.m. Museum of Visual Ma-terials, Sioux Falls. Join REACH Literacy for an evening of beer and wine tasting, food and sto-rytelling. Ticket sales, sponsorships, and unique book-themed raffles support one-to-one tutoring services. 2015’s theme is “Fish out of Water.” Nine storytellers include 605 Magazine managing edi-tor Denise DePaolo, Augustana College professor David O’Hara, and Passenger Productions owner Joe Huber. Tickets are $30 per person or $75 for a couple. More info: www.reachliteracy.org or (605) 332-2665.


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Herbie Hancock is at the pi-ano, rolling out a red carpet of chords. Bandmate Miles Davis and his trumpet are sauntering down “So What,” the opening cut off the legend’s landmark 1959 album, Kind of Blue. Midway through a European tour in 1967, the band is on point. “We had the audience in the palm of our hands,” Hancock recounted late last year in an interview with CBS Radio One. They had them, that is, until the red carpet crumpled. “At the peak of Miles’ solo, I played this chord that was so wrong I thought that I had just set fire to burn down the evening,” Hancock said. “And Miles took a breath, and then he played some notes that made my chord right.”

It’s a story, flirting with the mythical, that relights and feathers the flame of Davis’ genius. It illustrates the way he could construct, seemingly, the only musical phrase that would make sense: an akimbo expres-sion to answer an unseemly remark. As the Hemingway of jazz, Davis held a command over its language of notes so steadfastly that even the space between harbored deep meaning. As Sioux Falls trumpeter Jim Speirs puts it, “He said more with fewer words.” On Friday, February 13 at Prairie Berry East Bank, Speirs and the JAS Quintet will spin through that syntax and punctuation, and they’ll impro-vise addendums for a concert titled Miles Smiles. Doors will open at 7 p.m., with music starting at 7:45, and tickets for $25 can be purchased at prairieberry.com/eastbank. Intercut with stories present-ed by host Katrina Lehr-McK-inney, the group will proceed chronologically through more than half of Davis’ fiercely evolutional career, from the mid-’50s through the early ‘70s. Among a sizeable stack of records, they might sample the

cinematic sizzle of Sketches of Spain, or they could fillet the fractured funk of Bitches Brew. “It’s radical,” said saxophon-ist Joel Shotwell. “You’ll hear just how much the music changed, even though it was the same instruments.” After nearly 10 years together, the core of the JAS Quintet — including Spiers, Shotwell and bassist Andrew Reinartz — have the chops to span such multifarious mate-rial. But when we met for an in-terview at Wiley’s Tavern, they laughed about the wrong notes they played, too, at a European locale of their own. For a long period, the Sioux Falls jazz community enjoyed a home at Touch of Europe. It was there that members of the JAS Quintet could hone their conversation of jazz. “We spent many nights there failing,” Spiers admitted with a smile. There they could learn to listen to each other, Reinartz added. “You gotta trust the people you play with,” he said. “It’s not just a read-the-page thing.” When Touch of Europe closed in early 2014 after a water line break, Sioux Falls lost a regular venue for jazz. Along with at-

tracting new ears to the genre, the JAS Quintet is hoping this month’s concert could begin to rekindle their community. They envision the event as the first in a series of at least twice-yearly shows that offer an intimate setting for a theme of improvised music. Prairie Berry East Bank fol-lows up November’s sold-out Charlie Parr concert with Miles Smiles, and will provide a Val-entine’s dessert bar alongside its offerings of wine and craft beer. Reinartz said he ap-plauds Prairie Berry’s Thomas Hentges — with whom he’d played in underground punk and hardcore bands — for help-ing to kick start shows like this month’s. It’s an encouraging sign and proof that live music needs not only a venue, but a passionate supporter of music working at that venue to help cultivate a community. Spiers says it’s one important step of the process. “There’s a lot of fans of jazz in Sioux Falls. Touch of Europe had a steady audience, and a culture of good, improvising musicians. We’d like to keep that culture alive.”

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This month, the South Dakota Art Museum is incorporating a new ex-hibit and an old tradition with a sweet twist. The Heart to Heart exhibit artist’s reception will include a chocolate auction, just in time for Valen-tine’s Day. Stacy A. Aesoph, Coordinator of Marketing and Development for the SDAM, gives us an inside look at the event, which takes place Feb-ruary 13 from 4:30 - 7 p.m.

Where did the idea for the auction come from?

It came from a couple places. Norman Gambill, retired SDSU Visual Arts Department head, started a chocolate auction for the Design and Visual Arts Group, Inc. in 2005. The SDAM decided to bring this fundraising concept back to life and with the Heart to Heart exhibition on display during Valentine’s Day, we felt it was a perfect fit.

What makes the exhibit special?

The Heart to Heart exhibit features 10 artist couples, 20 total artists. Each artist created a piece individually and the couples did a collaborative piece. It is interesting to see what individual artists create and also see what they’ve created together as a couple. Additionally, all of the artists have South Dakota ties.

How will the auction work?

It will be a silent auction, so people can bid on chocolate desserts from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. and the winners will be announced at 6 p.m. Along with that, we will be providing tastings. If people want to try chocolate samples of each of the desserts up for bid, they can pay $10 to participate. While tasting, participants can also rate desserts in three categories: Best Design, Best Tasting and Most Creative Use of Chocolate. Hors d’oeuvres and wine will be served, and the art-ist reception and event is free to attend. All vendors and businesses will be local from the Brookings and Sioux Falls area.

Where do the proceeds from the auction go?

Back to the SDAM. The funds will help bring in new exhibits, programs and events to the museum, as well as help with preservation efforts of collections.

For more info, visit www.sdstate.edu/southdakotaartmuseum or call (605) 688-5423.

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This is the tale of a boy, a mysterious girl, and a guy dressed up like a sheep who are all stuck in a library and are plotting their escape. Murakami is weird like that. It all starts when a boy walks into a library and asks an old man for some books on how taxes were collected in the Ottoman Empire. The old man goes to another room and comes back with three obscure books on just that subject. He tells the boy that these books can’t be checked out and that he’ll have to read them in the inner room.

The boy agrees, and the old man leads him into a pitch-black tunnel that has many forks and turns. The boy won’t be able to find his way out. The old man says that the boy has one month to memorize the contents of the books. If the boy can’t do it, the old man will cut off the top of his head and slurp up his brains. Murakami is weird like that. Also trapped in the tunnels are a sheep man and a mysterious girl who are also tormented by the old man. The mysterious girl brings the boy three delicious meals a day and the

sheep man brings him doughnuts every-day at three. The food and doughnuts are delicious, but the boy wants to go home. His moth-er will be worried, and he has to feed his pet starling. So he and his cohorts start to plan an escape. But it won’t be easy. The tunnels are pitch black and are full of twists and turns. And then there is the old man who will whip them with a switch and eat their brains. Yeah, Murakami is weird like that.

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Elsie and Mallory are just two happy dairy cows, until Elsie sees something on television about the industrial meat farm. Now they must escape. Along with Jerry the Jewish pig and Tom the turkey, they’re ready to make a break for it and change the world.

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A con artist from rural India gets off a plane in Paris with only one thing in mind. He’s got to get to Ikea. He’s got counterfeit Euros and a plan, but hiding in a wardrobe in Ikea will be his first mistake in a crazy trip across Europe.

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Director Bennet Miller gets that the complexity of true events and historical people make for the most engaging onscreen experiences. In Moneyball, he managed to make the men behind baseball statistics be as compelling as the sport itself. And in Capote he showed that the ongo-ing relationship of a pair of murder-ers with the man who wanted to tell their story is every bit as complex and fascinating as the murders they com-mitted. In Foxcatcher, Miller melds the strengths of both these films by capturing the intrigue of competitive sportsmanship and the psychologi-cal study of one of the most disturb-ing men to have been in a place of a wealth and power in America. After having won Olympic gold in wrestling Mark Schultz (Channing Tatum) is at a low point in his career, delivering speeches to restless kids at elementary schools. His elder brother David Schultz (Mark Ruffalo) has also won gold and continues to work as a coach, working with his brother to train for the world championships. Mark seems to have lived in the shad-ow of his brother’s accomplishments

and good nature for much of his ca-reer, and having been mostly raised by his brother he is at odds with his desire to impress his father-figure and excel on his own. The spotlight seems to have finally made its way to him when he gets an unexpected phone call from John du Pont, heir to the du Pont fortune (the same family who hands out the prestigious science award) and a self-proclaimed sports-enthusiast and benefactor. Du Pont flies Mark to his sprawl-ing Pennsylvania estate, Foxcatcher Farms, and presents an irresistible offer: to come train at his facilities and help him build an award-winning wrestling team. His fascination for wrestling seems as much about raw — somewhat erotic — sportsmanship as it is a yearning for team brotherhood and the parent-like relationship of coach and player. Steve Carell’s every interaction on-screen is nail-biting. His prosthetic nose is at first a dis-traction and then becomes yet anoth-er way that Carell and du Pont seem to merge completely. He speaks with a slowness that at first seems to hint at his dim-wittedness, but over time

makes apparent his calculated way of getting what he wants. He’s the fas-cinating product of wealth, a single-child upbringing, and hard to please parents. His mental instability is so subtle it’s hard to tell if it’s always there, or if it wavers in and out. The true crime nature of the film is a draw, but the performances of the film are what solidify it as one of the year’s best, marking Bennett Miller as a nuanced and capable director. His aesthetic and understated work with cinematographer Grieg Fraser allow the characters to tell their own story and set the sort of realistic tone that adds no note of Hollywood sensation-alism. Foxcatcher is chilling, sobering, and the sort of film that will cause audience members to question the people they meet on the street. It’s the sort of cold reminder that within us all lies the capability of strange and frightening behavior. A morbid, sick reminder that almost no one can help but be drawn to.

Foxcatcher

(page 20) FEBRUARY 2015WAY TOO INDIE

bio: Dustin Jansick is the

owner of WayTooIndie.com, which is dedicated

on providing you with the most accurate and honest movie reviews

and ratings. The site is focused around, but

certainly not limited to, independent films.

Dustin, along with other fellow contributors, not

only write reviews on indie, foreign and art

house films, but also post trailers, news articles

and Top-10 lists. Check them out on Facebook and @WayTooIndie on

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There are some people out there who are willing to do just about anything for stardom:

move to Hollywood, work dead-end jobs, endure endless auditions, and even sleep with those in power. Sounds familiar doesn’t it? That’s because it’s the foundation of many stories about chasing the American dream in cinema. And that’s precisely what filmmakers Kevin Kolsch and Dennis Widmyer at-tempt to examine with their latest film Starry Eyes. Or at least that’s where they start. Constant gear shifting makes the pacing feel uneven and the underlying message disjointed despite the intrigu-ing premise.

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Erik Peter Carlson grabs at every controversial topic he can find in The Toy Soldiers, and

with brilliant direction, he steers them into a story you can’t help but admire. This is an emotional rollercoaster por-trayal of what teenage life is like, shown from five interwoven coming-of-age sto-ries set in the 1980s. The Toy Soldiers is a phenomenal personal achievement for the director, an outstanding accomplish-ment for his cast and crew, and is noth-ing short of extraordinary.

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Strange, off-putting, sick in the head. These terms only begin to describe Tommy Lee Jones’

The Homesman. Troubling, thought-provoking, unpredictable…those fit, too. But they still aren’t enough. Jones’ second directorial effort is an elusive ex-perience, difficult to pin down in many ways, though it comfortably belongs to the genre of Western. Here’s the most important thing I can say: What be-comes of the film’s hero, a tough-willed frontierswoman by the name of Mary Bee Cuddy (played by a top-form Hilary Swank), left me stunned, confused, haunted, and sick to my stomach. Jones took me somewhere I didn’t want to be, somewhere deeply unsettling. I find that admirable.

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any procedure or action that solves

a problem, simplifies a task, reduces

frustration, etc., in one’s everyday life

KEEP YOUR TOOTSIES TOASTYCOLD FEET MAKE WINTER TOUGH TO BEAR, SO ARM YOURSELF WITH WARMTH BEFORE STEPPING OUTSIDE.

COZY INSOLES

What you need:Fabric-like fleece or wool (remnants are an inexpensive option)ScissorsCraft glueMarker

Directions:• Remove the insoles from your footwear.• Use your marker to trace each insole onto fabric, then cut them out.• Apply glue to the bottom of each fabric cutout (near edges and in the middle), line them up, and use your fingers to press firmly onto the insoles. • Allow to dry for two hours before reinserting into footwear.

DIY FOOT WARMERS

What you need:A pair of old socks (no holes)1 lb. bag of lentils

Directions:• Empty half of the lentils into each sock.• Tie a knot in the sock just above the lentils.• Fold the remaining length of sock over the pouch.

To use:• Microwave your foot warmers together for one minute. • Place foot warmers into the shoes you plan to wear.• Remove and enjoy your toasty feet!

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Ramen for GrownupsI grew up eating ramen, or ‘beef noodle soup,’ as my mother calls it, all my life. It’s comfort, it’s nostalgic, it’s the best bowl of noodle soup out there, in my opinion. For most, ramen was something we ate in college – high fat, low nutrition, super cheap. Not to mention it has a shelf life of about eternity. But for those who have had real ramen, like the bowls-of-heaven that can easily be a three-day long recipe if done properly, you know nothing quite compares.

Most of us don’t have the time or skill to prepare a real bowl of Japanese ramen. So, here’s a simple, satisfying, and much more adult alternative recipe. Thanks, Mom!

Egg noodles 4 tbsp. beef bouillon6 cups water2 garlic cloves3 tbsp. sesame oilSalt + pepper to taste2 tbsp. soy sauce3 tbsp. sugarVinegar to tasteGreen onionsGingerSriracha to tasteMedium boiled egg4 oz. sirloin steak

Prepare sirloin steak. Slice thin and marinade with soy sauce, sugar, green onions and 1 tbsp. sesame oil. Toss and cover steak. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes. Grill or pan fry steak slices.

Prepare soup. Using stockpot, add 2 tbsp. sesame oil, chopped garlic and sliced ginger. Roast to golden brown. Add 6 cups water to stockpot and bring to a boil. Add and dissolve 4 tbsp. beef bouillon. Salt and pepper stock to taste. Add 1 egg into stock and boil for 4 minutes. Take egg out and peel. Add egg noodles to stock and boil for 3-4 minutes or until al dente.

Prepare your soup bowl. Add green onions, vinegar and sriracha to individual bowl. Remove stockpot from heat, ladle soup into bowls and top with green onions, egg and steak slices. Enjoy!

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AT HOME WITH DANIELLE SCHROEDER (page 26) FEBRUARY 2015

“They have mixers in the lobby. Every Wednesday,

a few of us get together for Winedown

Wednesday. We always find out things about our

apartments that we didn’t know. I just found out my

ceiling fan has a remote. When I moved in, there

was a random remote and I threw it in a drawer.”

Schroeder’s first impression of the months-old apart-ment complex was positive. Residents and visitors are greeted by a chicly decorated lobby, complete with modern, slate-colored sectionals. The angular furniture is softened by throw pillows and artfully draped blankets in a tastefully contrasting shade of gold. “The lobby really sets the aesthetics for the whole build-ing,” said Schroeder, gesturing to a frame on the wall. “The Downtown photos are awesome. They’re all printed on wall-paper. It’s fun to walk around and check them all out.” Schroeder moved into the building’s fourth floor over Labor Day weekend with her six-year-old Yorkie, Leopold. Building owner Lloyd Companies had the loft set up as a model unit, which helped her visualize how the furniture from her west Sioux Falls house would fit.

“When I moved into my place I was the first person to live there, which is really nice,” she said on the elevator ride. When we arrived on the fourth floor, a long hallway painted a deep peacock color, bookended by white mold-ing, greeted us. The white accents continue into the unit, although the walls in Schroeder’s living space are a neutral mushroom color. The kitchen is the first room beyond the front door, which flows seamlessly into a living area, capped by a large sliding door that floods the 888 square feet with natural light. A bistro table creates space-efficient seating for every-day dining, while a set of industrial-looking stools are tucked next to the granite-topped island for when Schroeder enter-tains. Stainless steel appliances gleam against dark wood-

Danielle Schroeder likes coming home. The Pierre native works as a nurse practitioner at the VA in Sioux Falls, where she lives in the Phillips Avenue Lofts.

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work, topped by decorative pieces in varying shades of pale green.“I’m really drawn to sea foam green and gold right now,” she said. “You’ll see that in pretty much every room in here. Right when I moved in, I took a trip to Ikea and found a bunch of it there. I already had a lot of it, too. I got most of my wall décor from Zing and Hobby Lobby.” In addition to new décor, Schro-eder looks for pieces to rehab at con-signment and antique shops. One such find is a hutch that she uses for extra kitchen storage. “I got that at an antique store in Tea,” said Schroeder. “My grandpa in-stalled the plate racks. That’s a huge storage saver. Plates can take up a lot of room.” A large pale sea foam suede sec-tional creates a sharp distinction be-tween spaces. The living room area rug’s geometric pattern in white and gold echoes a smaller rug with invert-ed colors under the bistro set. Gold accents are present in subtle ways as well, like the glass pebbles in the pen-dant lighting fixture hanging above the white coffee table. The oceanic color palette extends through the barn-style door into Schro-eder’s bedroom. Her bedding is simple, but sumptuously textured. The head-board, made from repurposed closet doors painted pale green, is another thrift find. Metal hardware on the headboard and wall decals serve as the room’s touches of gold. A hallway leads to the bathroom, which is also accessible from the apart-ment’s entryway. On one side is a walk-in closet and on the other is a closet containing an in-unit washer and dryer. “It’s nice,” she said, motioning between the two features. “Especially because it’s by the closet, so you don’t really even need a laundry basket. Just

“I like that it’s all stainless steel

appliances. I like the colors. I love the

backsplash. You think of a regular

apartment you move into and it’s

all standard colors. Everything here

is unique and clean and polished.”

(Pictured top right.)

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“This trunk was my great-great

grandmother’s. She brought it over from

England. It was a family of four and

they fit all of their belongings in it. It’s

probably one my favorite things I own, just

because of the history behind it. I keep my

shoes in there.” (Pictured top left.)

throw it right in the washer.” The neutral walls of the cavernous bathroom are punctuated by the cov-ers of old fashion magazines. One end of the space is dominated by a walk-in shower, which Schroeder says she loves, “It’s so roomy. I feel like I’m in a spa when I’m in there.” Although it is a one bedroom, Schroeder’s loft feels far from cramped. Plenty of windows, mirrors, and soar-ing ceilings help create a sense of infi-nite space. “I love the tall ceilings. It just makes everything feel bigger,” said Schroeder. “All of the first floor apart-ments have even taller ceilings, because the lobby’s taller, but it’s hard to beat the view on fourth floor.” St. Joseph’s Cathedral factors prominently into her view, as does the Old Courthouse Museum clock tower. Schroeder says she prefers it to the Falls Park view on the east side of the complex. The view, which can be best enjoyed from the balcony, is just one of many reasons she decided to make the building her home. “I like the newness of it,” she said. “Everything’s so crisp and clean. It has heated underground parking and a spot for storage. The people here are awe-some. There’s a lot of young profession-als and a lot of people who are retired, kind of looking for more low-mainte-nance living. It’s a good mix.” Schroeder added, “It’s just a nice place to come home to. It’s relaxing and convenient. You can walk across the street and have pizza for dinner. You can walk a block and meet up with friends for a drink. I love living down-town.” To learn more about the Phillips Avenue Lofts and other Lloyd Companies properties, visit www.lloydcompanies.com. For more information on the Sioux Falls VA, visit www.siouxfalls.va.gov.

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The dining room is comfortable, but simple. The best décor is the chalkboard

tabletops.

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Everyone was very friendly and helpful, as well as patient with our long decision

process.

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The pizza was good, with interesting combinations of flavor and texture. I appreciate the attention to detail,

including the Sriracha on every table. I also appreciated that lunch for three

people was less than $30.

Fiero is one of Phillips Avenue’s newest eateries, but it’s brought something that has been sorely missed from down-town’s main drag: pizza, delicious pizza. Since the closure of New York Pizza Express in 2012, it’s been tough times for bar-goers and everyday pizza-cravers alike. So when Fiero opened its doors, there was considerable excitement. My first thought was, “I hope it’s good.” Followed by, “In a location like that, as long as it’s not bad, it’s good.” I made it in for lunch on a Wednesday afternoon. The menu seemed to have a topping combination for every kind of pizza

lover. After some deliberation, my two friends and I decided on the “Fresh Farmer,” the “Mexico,” and the “Bacon Burger.” If we had room, we would get the dessert pizza with berries and hazel-nut chocolate sauce, but that wasn’t a bridge we were committed to crossing. At the counter, we ordered the Fresh Farmer on wheat dough and the other two on white. The dough was stretched out in an oblong shape on a parchment-lined cooking sheet and passed down assembly line style before being placed in a convey-or belt pizza oven. After just a few moments, each pie emerged,

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and was topped with fresh garnishes. The pizzas could be called “personal size.” They’re each enough to feed one pret-ty hungry person. The first pizza I tried was the Bacon Burger. This pizza really hit all of the right marks in the flavor department. The combination of beef, cheddar, and bacon will always be a winner. The addition of cherry tomatoes and fresh spin-ach kept it from tasting too heavy or like too literal an in-terpretation. What tied it all together, however, was the red onion. Distributed with restraint, it served to highlight the earthier flavors, while balancing the salt and acid. The Mexico came with fresh cilantro sprinkled over chunks of chicken, fresh jalapeno, green onion and ched-dar cheese. Like the other two pizzas, it featured Fiero’s red sauce, which is zesty and tasty without overpowering the toppings. In this case, it mingled happily with the jalapenos and cilantro. The only component I wasn’t wild about was the chicken. As a protein source, it did its work, but it didn’t really add anything else to the overall composition. In my opinion, this pizza would do just as well as a vegetarian of-fering. Our lone wheat pizza was the Fresh Farmer. Like the white crusts on the first two pizzas, the wheat dough baked up thin and crispy in the middle and a nice combination of soft and crunchy at the edges. The more rustic flavor of the wheat complemented the hot sausage, mozzarella, and sun-ny side up eggs well. The egg, along with the mozzarella cheese, help to balance out the sau-sage and spicier tomato sauce. When we finished, there was no room for dessert pizza. In fact, we had a few slices left for afternoon snacking. Dessert would have to wait for the next trip, which I’m confident will happen sooner than later. Bottom line: The pizza is inventive, fla-vorful, and located a stone’s throw from all the bars I like. Win-win, I say.

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· The pizzeria is run by sev-eral members of the Fierro-Kelly family, which relocated from California to South Dakota in the past decade.

· Pizzas are cooked at 550 de-grees for 1:45 (A little longer for those who want a hard egg yolk).

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Sift together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, baking soda and salt.

In a separate bowl, combine butter, sugar and eggs. Mix on high for 1 minute.

With your mixer set on medium speed, gradually add dry ingredients until just incorporated.

Add apples and vanilla to the batter, mix until incorporated.

Pour batter into prepared pan and bake at 350 for 20 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.

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Jesse Lee took over ownership of Brookings local

favorite, Old Market Eatery + Bake Shoppe + Bar

last April. Whether it’s the live music every Friday,

their farm-to-table ingredients, or the mouth-water-

ing lunch and dinner menu, it’s a must try in South

Dakota. Bartender Shane Skinner let us behind the

bar with two of his favorite martinis, while we also

got a taste of their sweet bakery. Visit Monday-

Saturday 11 a.m. – bar close. “For the frosting, it’s just a

caramel butter cream frosting with your favorite caramel

apple toppings: There’s caramel sauce, chocolate

sauce, your favorite nuts – I used peanuts. You could use

white chocolate as well,” she said. “You could make each cupcake different, so it can

be an artistic outlet. It’s very customizable.”

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Muddle all ingredients together in shaker. Shake with ice and strain into martini glass. Garnish with a fresh rubbed basil leaf.

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“If you want to make your own simple syrup at home, mix

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They say everyone knows someone when it comes to cancer.

(page 34) FEBRUARY 2015GET INVOLVED BY LEAH VANDEN BOSCH

With over 200 types, and the opportunity for cancer to develop in any one of the body’s organs, that statement may not be far from the truth. The American Cancer Soci-ety’s Relay for Life is the world’s largest and most impact-ful fundraising event supporting the fight against cancer. This month, with the Dakota Dome hosting Relay for Life of Clay County and USD, we have the opportunity to be a part of it. “I wanted to make a difference...to work with people. Cancer is something that touches everyone, every day. Working for the American Cancer Society gave me the abil-ity to work with people within the community in order to help make a difference,” said Rebecca Giddens, Relay for Life specialist for southeast South Dakota. Giddens is in charge of seven Relay for Life events this year, including the event in Vermilion. Giddens has person-ally felt the impact of cancer, and has dedicated herself to the fight against it. Originally an overnight event to signify the idea that cancer never sleeps, Relay for Life has developed a more flexible schedule to adapt to participants’ lifestyles. Rang-

ing anywhere from six to 24 hours, a Relay for Life event commences with a survivor’s lap, being joined by partici-pating teams in the second lap. Teams are formed prior to the event, often holding fundraisers and working toward a collective goal. Being part of a team is the most popular form of participation, but there are more ways to contrib-ute to the cause. Organized and implemented entirely by volunteers, Relay for Life has raised nearly 5 billion dollars to date. Whether one wishes to donate to a team, volunteer at an event, or participate as an individual, there is something for everyone at Relay for Life. A survivor dinner is put on for those who have fought cancer, face painting and photo booths are organized to entertain participants throughout the event, and the signature luminaria ceremony is held to honor those who have survived and remember those who lost their battle. Bags with candles placed inside are ar-ranged and lit around the track, often decorated with pic-tures and memories of loved ones. Relay for Life events generally end with a “fight back ceremony,” during which participants pledge to take action

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A BLINDED LOVE

Written by Denise DePaoloImages by Dan Thorson Photography

It’s tough out there. Our communities feel big enough until

it’s time to find love. The pool of eligible folks seems to all but dis-

appear. But they’re out there! South Dakota is full of single, smart,

good-looking people also wondering why they can never meet

anyone great.

Each year, a handful of these young men and women put

their romantic fate in the hands of 605 Magazine. Through a highly

scientific voting process (Surveymonkey.com), readers help to pair

them up, then off they go. Join six brave singles as they navigate the

world of blind dating in Sioux Falls.

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he sun was just setting on a snowy Thursday when Kayleen met Mike for

happy hour. Mike was the first to arrive and his cheeks were still red, presumably from cold, when Kayleen entered Prairie Berry East Bank. “I thought she was very good looking,” recounted Mike. Kayleen thought Mike seemed nice, but… “I was terrified of his gaug-es,” she said of his stretched earlobes. “Like, ‘Is he going to be really hardcore?’” After a brief handshake and hello, the pair took up a stools at the bar. Before the date, Mike said he was more excited than nervous, as he had never been on a blind date before. “I’m really looking forward to getting to know someone and

seeing what happens,” he said. Kayleen’s only previous blind date was arranged by her father. She says that although she loves meeting new people, her personality may not be for ev-eryone. “I am, in general, a very diffi-cult person. Very stubborn,” she explained. The date was both Kayleen and Mike’s first time at the res-taurant. Each commented on the positive attributes of the space and got ready to dig into the special menu Prairie Berry’s Thomas Hentges had planned for them. The pair would be enjoying selections from the restaurant’s new epicurean bar, which offers artisan meats, cheeses, and other delicious things to munch on a la carte. The food would be paired with a flight of wine and a flight of beer. While waiting for their epi-curean odyssey to begin, they ordered wine and began dis-cussing their individual inter-ests and pursuits.

“Beginnings are always hard,” said Kayleen. “But once we got a little beer and wine into us, we were good to go.” She told Mike about her job as owner of Coquette Couture and her desire to expand to oth-er cities. He told Kayleen about his job at Guitar Center and his metal band, Mitigate. When the food arrived, the wine flight was placed in front of Kayleen and the beer flight was put in front of Mike. One problem – Mike does not like beer. “I really liked the food there,” he said. “I know Thomas tried to pair up drinks to go with the food, but I’m not a beer drinker. I try it every once in a while, but there’s something about it. Maybe the hoppiness. I did try all of them, though.”

“I was like, ‘You can drink some of my wine if you want to,” said Kayleen. “I’m more of a liquor person myself, but I’ll drink wine. Beer, I’ll taste it.” After finishing their char-cuterie and sipping a bit more on their beverages, the pair moved toward the exit. “We walked outside and I was going to try to get her num-ber,” said Mike. “But it was bliz-zarding and right away you just think about getting to your car, so we said farewell.” The date left Mike interest-ed. “I’d definitely go on another date to get to know her a little more,” he said. Kayleen’s post-date feeling was also positive. “He’s a guy I’d totally be friends with. I try to surround myself with as many kinds of people as possible,” she said. “I met a really cool guy and I definitely plan on going back to Prairie Berry.” Verdict: One week after their date, Mike got Kayleen’s number at the cover shoot. They are plan-ning to hang out next weekend.

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MIKE IVERSON

AGE: 23

HOMETOWN: SIOUX FALLS

FAVORITE TV SHOW: SEINFELD

FAVORITE HOBBY: WRITING MUSIC

EVER BEEN ON A BLIND DATE? NO

LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO…

”KNOWS WHAT THEY WANT. ‘I

DON’T KNOW’ FRUSTRATES ME.”

KAYLEEN LEONARD

AGE: 25

HOMETOWN: DELL RAPIDS

FAVORITE TV SHOW: NEW GIRL

FAVORITE HOBBY: ANYTHING

OUTDOORSY

EVER BEEN ON A BLIND DATE? YES


“WILL PUT ME IN MY PLACE AND

NOT LET ME WALK ALL OVER

THEM. THERE IS SUCH A THING AS

SOMEONE WHO’S TOO NICE.”

ABOUT PRAIRIE BERRY EAST BANK

THIS EATERY OPENED IN SUMMER

2014 AS AN EXTENSION OF HILL

CITY-BASED PRAIRIE BERRY WINERY.

IT FEATURES THE BRAND’S SOUTH

DAKOTA-MADE WINES AND CRAFT

BEER FROM MINER BREWING

COMPANY. THE MENU CONSISTS

OF METICULOUSLY PREPARED,

REGIONALLY-SOURCED ARTISAN

CUISINE. MORE INFO: WWW.

PRAIRIEBERRY.COM/EASTBANK.

COMMON FACTOR: BOTH ARE RUNNERS – TRAVIS COMPETES IN

TRIATHLONS; ASHLEY RUNS HALF MARATHONS.

DATE LOCATION: SIOUX FALLS STAMPEDE GAME

TRAVIS & ASHLEY

shley met Tra-vis near the box office at the Denny Sanford Premier Center

for what would be an evening of firsts. For both, it was their first Stampede game. It was also each of their first blind date. “She seemed pretty cool,” said Travis, when asked for his first impression. “She’s cute.” Beforehand, Ashley, who works at Nichols Media, and Travis, general manager of a Jimmy John’s, both said that they were most nervous about maintaining conversation with a stranger. However, when they took their seats minutes before

the puck dropped, the two be-gan chatting easily. “He lives in Brookings,” said Ashley. “I went to school there, so we talked about that. It went pretty well.” The pair was forced to put their conversation on hold a few times, however, because the Stampede had an excellent first period. Each time they scored a goal, the arena would explode with applause and synchronized shouting. “Every time everyone starts clapping, you lose your train of thought,” said Travis. “At a sporting event, you lose focus,” Ashley agreed. “But I think the Stampede game was a good first date. It’s not like you’re sitting across from the person and feel like if there’s a

quiet moment you have to fill it.” After the first period, they went to the concourse to pro-cure refreshments. Between the second and third, they explored the new building. Although it was their first game, they en-joyed listening to the diehard fans around them. “I had fun at the game,” said Travis. “There were people be-hind us who were really into it and knew everything about it. There had just been a trade and he knew all the stats about both players traded.”

When the game ended, they decided to say goodnight. “I found out one of my friends was at the game,” said Ashley. “So we exchanged num-bers and I went out with my friend.” After the date, Travis said he’d see Ashley again, although he admits their opinions differ on some fundamental things. “She likes the bigger city, like Sioux Falls, over the smaller town, like Brookings. I like not as much traffic,” he said. Ashley had fun on the date and thinks she and Travis have potential, but only in a platonic sense. “I think we’d be better off as friends,” she said. “The blind date wasn’t awkward at all, but I didn’t see it as a romantic con-nection, either.” Verdict: Two weeks later, the pair has not talked. However, both say they would recommend blind dating to their friends.

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TRAVIS BAUMTROG

AGE: 26

HOMETOWN: MEDINA, MINN.

FAVORITE TV SHOW: NETFLIX

FAVORITE HOBBY: FISHING



“HAS A SENSE OF HUMOR. I’M

PRETTY GOOFY. I COULD RUB

SOMEONE THE WRONG WAY IF

THEY’RE REALLY SERIOUS.”

ASHLEY EINING

AGE: 23

HOMETOWN: O’FALLON, MO.

FAVORITE TV SHOW: PARKS AND

RECREATION

FAVORITE HOBBY: RUNNING



“HAS A SENSE OF HUMOR AND

GOALS.”

ABOUT SIOUX FALLS STAMPEDE

THE STAMPEDE ARE PART OF THE

UNITED STATES HOCKEY LEAGUE.

FOUNDED IN 1999, THEIR NEW

HOME ICE IS AT THE RECENTLY

COMPLETED DENNY SANFORD

PREMIER CENTER IN SIOUX FALLS.

THE USHL IS THE TOP LEVEL JUNIOR

HOCKEY LEAGUE IN THE U.S.,

PREPARING PLAYERS FOR COLLEGE

COMPETITION. THEIR HIGHLY-

ATTENDED GAMES ARE A FAVORITE

AMONGST LOCAL SPORTS

ENTHUSIASTS. MORE INFO: WWW.

SFSTAMPEDE.COM.

COMMON FACTOR: BOTH GREW UP ON FARMS.

DATE LOCATION: ROOKIE’S COMEDY CLUB

HANNAH & ZACK

ack arrived a few minutes early for his blind date with Han-nah. While he

waited for her to arrive, the host of that evening’s comedy show, Casey Kustak, joked, “Wouldn’t it be funny if she didn’t show up?” Zack laughed it off, but grew a bit more nervous with each passing minute. “I’m glad she showed up,” he said. “She was 10 minutes late, so I was like, ‘Oh god, is this go-ing to happen?’” Zack, who works as a produc-er for KSFY TV, said he first no-ticed her smile. Hannah, a proj-ect coordinator for ad agency Fresh Produce, liked that he ap-peared friendly and approach-able. Hannah apologized for her tardiness and the pair was sat in the comedy club. The show

wouldn’t start for nearly an hour, so they began the stan-dard first date back-and-forth. Although the conversation started out a little awkward, they embraced the situation and learned they had a lot in common. “We found out that we work about a block away from each other,” she said. “We talked about downtown Sioux Falls and some of our mutual people we’ve discovered along the way.” They also found out that they have a favorite watering hole in common. “She asked me what my fa-vorite bar is in Sioux Falls,” Zack recalled. “I told her I like the lit-tle speakeasy in Lucky’s and she said, ‘Wow, that’s my favorite.’” She added, laughing, “And we’re the only one in our friend groups that like going down there. I guess we’re both anti-social. We just like cold, dark places.” The pair settled into con-versation, but the awkward-

ness was just beginning. They ordered food, and as the tables filled up around them, fellow patrons were only ordering drinks. Their wrap and burger arrived just minutes before the comedy show started. Having barely touched their dinner when the host appeared onstage to warm up the audi-ence, their front row seats put them squarely in the spotlight. “I remember looking at Zack and being like, ‘I’m going to eat this. I know it’s going to be awk-ward, because everyone’s go-ing to be looking at us. But I’m hungry, so I’m going to eat this.’ I just made that known,” said Hannah. “We just kept eating,” said Zack. “We weren’t going to not eat our food.”

Both said they enjoyed the comedy show, but regretted that it caused the conversation to end. “I think a comedy club would be better for second or third date. On a first date, you need time to make conversation and get to know them. At a com-edy club, you’re in each other’s presence, but you’re not doing a whole lot of talking.” Hannah added, “I guess you can find out what their sense of humor is by what they’re laughing at.” “She has a really great laugh,” said Zack. When the show ended, the pair parted ways. “We just kind of said good-bye,” said Zack. “I messaged her afterward on Facebook to say thanks and wish her a good night.” “He said that he had a good time and he actually apologized for being nervous,” said Han-nah. “I was like, ‘No need. We both knew it was going to be weird going into this.’” Verdict: Both say they’re ready to plan date number two.

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ZACK VOS

AGE: 26

HOMETOWN: CLARK

FAVORITE TV SHOW: BREAKING BAD

FAVORITE HOBBY: VIDEO EDITING



“IS TRUSTWORTHY AND

INTELLIGENT, WITH A HEALTHY DOSE

OF HUMOR.”

HANNAH KUELBS

AGE: 23

HOMETOWN: SPRINGFIELD, MINN.

FAVORITE TV SHOW: SCRUBS

FAVORITE HOBBY: MUSIC/TEACHING

PIANO

EVER BEEN ON A BLIND DATE? YES


“IS SMART. WITH INTELLIGENCE

COMES FUNNINESS. SOMEONE

WHO’S WILLING TO BE DARING AND

ADVENTUROUS.”

ABOUT ROOKIES COMEDY CLUB

SINCE 2013, ROOKIES HAS HOUSED

SIOUX FALLS ONLY PERMANENT

COMEDY CLUB. A POPULAR SPORTS

BAR AND GRILL EVERY DAY,

ROOKIES HOLDS COMEDY SHOWS

THURSDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY

NIGHTS. THURSDAY NIGHTS ALSO

FEATURE OPEN MIC. ACTS INCLUDE

LOCALS AND TOURING COMICS

WHO REGULARLY APPEAR ON

LAST COMIC STANDING AND HBO

SPECIALS. MORE INFO: WWW.

ROOKIESCOMEDYCLUB.COM.

Single on Valentine’s Day? You’re not alone. This year, celebrate your singlehood, rebel against the gushy greeting card holiday, and have a good time while you’re at it.

Be My Anti-Valentine

(page 44) FEBRUARY 2015THE SCOOP BY KELSEY BEWICK

YOU DO YOUWhere: A Perfect 10 Nail & Beaut y Bar,

Rapid Cit y & Sioux Falls

When: Feb. 14 | 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.

How much: $18 - $95

Show yourself a little love this Valentine’s Day and indulge in a pedicure with a side of port wine at a Perfect 10 Nail & Beauty Bar. Yes, you read that right. While all those crazy couples spend an uncomfortable evening at an overpriced restaurant, you’ll be enjoying spirits and spa services. Ahhh!

For more information visit aperfect10nailbar.com or call (605) 791-2600.

TAKE A HIKEWhere: Custer State Park, Hermosa

When: Feb 14 | 1 p.m.

How much: Free

Tell your ex to ‘take a hike’ and then heed your own advice on a vigorous, three-mile, guided snowshoe hike along Custer State Park’s aptly named Lovers Leap trail. The route meanders through a dense pine forest and leads you to a breathtaking view of the Black Hills – now that’s something to fall in love with!

For more information visit gfp.sd.gov or call (605) 255-4464.

Party at PromWhere: Hilton Garden Inn Downtown,

Sioux Falls

When: Feb. 14 | 7 p.m. – 12 a.m.

How much: $50 - $150

Your high school prom didn’t require a date and neither does The Event Company’s Prom Part Deux! Step back in time and boogie down with your besties all night long. And because we aren’t teenagers anymore, let loose with few drinks. Who knows, you might even spot that high school hottie on the dance floor.

For more information visit prompartdeux.com or call (605) 366-7022.

Catch a ComedyWhere: Orpheum Theatre Center, Sioux Falls

When: Feb. 14 | 7 p.m.

How much: $20

Bummed because you’re single? Turn that frown upside down and laugh until it hurts with Sioux Empire Community Theatre’s presentation of Arsenic and Old Lace. The comedy tells the tale of a drama critic who learns of his aunts’ homicidal hobby on his wedding day. Not romantic at all. Perfect.

For more information visit siouxfallsorpheum.com or call (605) 360-4800.


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The concept will be familiar to many who are active on social me-dia. Humans of Sioux Falls is mod-eled after the popular Humans of New York, a slice-of-life Facebook page dedicated to restoring some of the connection we’ve lost in our increasingly gadget-driven world. The Sioux Falls version was start-ed by two small business owners – Brian Opp, who runs Prairietick-ets.com with his wife, and Chris-tian Holman, owner of Holman photography. Since its launch in November, the page has accrued more than 3,100 followers and continues to grow.

What inspired you to start Humans of Sioux Falls?

Brian: I thought, ‘Wouldn’t that be

cool if Sioux Falls had a Humans chapter as well.’ I have a journal-ism background. I graduated from journalism school. The only thing I was missing was a partner in it. I knew Christian from the local music scene. I knew that he was an exceptional photographer, and so I approached him. He’s really made this thing come to life. We give Humans of New York all the credit, but we’ve really enjoyed putting our own spin on it – telling stories of the humanity of Sioux Falls as well.

How do you pick out the people you approach?

Christian: It’s anybody we see, real-ly. We don’t try to narrow it down to a specific type of person or the

way they act or dress. Our goal is to broaden our horizons on who we reach out to each time.

Brian: If you start singling people out based on how they look, as-suming they have a good story, then I think that would be doing it the wrong way. We believe every-one has an interesting story to tell. It’s our job to ask the right ques-tions and make them feel comfort-able enough to tell us.

In the first few months, what have you learned?

Brian: I learned that it’s not as hard to approach people on the street as you’d think. It is hard, but it’s not that hard. People are willing to talk to you as long as you’re genu-ine. People are willing to open up.

Christian: People are thriving on conversation. They like to talk about themselves. I’ve learned that people all have things going on their lives and you can never judge book by its cover. We’ve talked to people from all spec-trums of life. It makes me wonder when I’m walking down the street, not talking to people…it makes me wonder what’s happening in their lives.

Why do you think this project is im-portant?

Christian: It shows you can go out there and have a real conversation with somebody. You don’t have to hide behind a computer to do that. I mean, it’s great that we’re all connected with social media, but it would make a huge impact if people got out and had a conver-sation with someone random. It’s definitely helped my social skills.

Brian: People give their time in a lot of ways. This is a community builder and a way I can give my time. It’s a labor of love. There’s no financial gain. It’s just a way to showcase people of Sioux Falls and have fun with it. Find Humans of Sioux Falls on Facebook at www.facebook.com/hu-mansofsiouxfalls.

(page 46) FEBRUARY 2015THE REAL DEAL

Names: Christian Holman & Brian Opp // Hometown: Sioux Falls and Aberdeen //Age: 20 and 28 // Specialty: Telling the stories

of Sioux Falls residents

CHRISTIAN HOLMAN & BRIAN OPP

Humans of Sioux Falls

Photo by Dan Thorson Photography

(page 46) FEBRUARY 2015 605MAGAZINE.COM (page 47) REAL DEAL

I like to think that I have strong life skills. I like to think that I am a survivor, a conqueror, and an overall go-getter. However, there are days when I survey the situation that is my entirely unorganized home and wonder how I was ever authorized to run a household. Household and general life organization has never been my strong suit. In fact, it is probably the weakest of all my suits. The workplace, however, was somehow a different story. My offices and desks were always extremely organized. My computer work files were laid out so intuitively Curious George could navigate them. And, barring the several coffee cups that would somehow prolifer-ate in my work area, for years no one ever knew my dirty little unor-ganized secret…

That is, until I had a child. You see, with a child, you always have to be organized and pre-pared. Preparedness wards off disasters. You must be prepared. And up to this point in my life, I was able to skirt by with just some minor infractions. (You know, like an occasional missed flight, lost keys, a lost parked car, unmatched socks, a boarding pass flushed down the toilet on accident, a phone flushed down the toilet also by accident, a perpetually lost phone, a dropped wallet in a parking lot, an expired driver’s license, etc.) But, when a child came along, organization became paramount to survival and sanity. So, I upped my game and somehow we got through the infant years with no ma-jor disasters. But lately, something has gone back to being seriously

(page 48) FEBRUARY 2015LITTLE PARENT ON THE PRAIRIE by Tracy Kirby

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awry. Is it too late to blame Y2K? A couple of weeks ago, I was taking my daughter to swim lessons and of course we were running a few minutes behind. I grabbed her bag and began searching high and low for her swim towel. After several excruciating minutes, I realized I wasn’t going to find a swim towel in the piles of unfolded laundry located in various rooms of the house. Then, I couldn’t find my shoes. Then, I couldn’t find my daughter’s shoes. Then, I couldn’t find my purse. Now, we were really late. I just tossed whatever I could find in the car and off we went, hoping a magical towel would some-how appear at the end of the lesson. But, as you can imagine, a magic towel did not appear and there I was, staring at my shivering child, real-izing I had absolutely nothing with which to dry her. But my inner MacGyver noticed a napkin in my purse which I used to wrap up a cookie meant for bribing purposes (I mean, seriously, aren’t I an excellent parent?), and I took said napkin and dried her tiny body off. Then, to my delight I found fresh, dry clothes in my bag and quietly thanked God that somehow I had the foresight to at least pack dry clothes. Celebrating my ingenuity and success, I com-pletely forgot about the dreaded towel incident. Unfortunately, my daughter did not. When we arrived home, she ran to my husband and like a tiny little spy told him flat out, “Mommy forgot my towel and used a dirty napkin to dry me.” This prompted him to look at me slowly and repeat, “You dried her off with a dirty napkin?” It was a low point for me. Yes, I did. I dried my daughter off with a crumb-infested napkin. And sadly, dear husband, I can’t promise it won’t be the last time. You see, I have come to own my disorganiza-tion. I have gotten better in some areas, but for the most part, trying to be organized exhausts me on every level. I like flying by the seat of my pants, and I thrive in chaos. Yes, I may have a mountain of unfolded laundry at any given time worthy of an elevation number. I will lose my car in the park-ing lot once a month. And, you would be lucky to find two matching socks in my drawer or a swim towel at a moment’s notice. But, at the end of the day, my goal this year as a mom is to own my strengths and my weaknesses, improve where I can, and throw in the swim towel where I can’t. Follow Tracy on her blog, www.littleparentonthe-prairie.com. She would love to hear from you!


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I started a new job a few weeks ago. The other night, a friend told me that she absolutely hates the company I work for. This hurt my feelings because I would never work for an organization I didn’t personally believe in. She was drunk at the time, so should I just let it go, or should I try to get to the root of the problem?

-Anonymous

JR: My grandma has been drunk since 1991, and she still gives the best advice. After all, if it weren’t for Grandma, I’d be just another hoity toity college graduate. Drunk or not, you need to give your friend’s opinion due consid-eration.

JW: Do you work for a local indepen-dently owned, free arts and entertain-ment magazine geared towards the younger population of a Midwest state? Is your friend a hipster who hates ev-erything simply because it is available to the public? Does your friend drone on about liking only things like ‘Broad City’ or grungy underground obscure indie records? Hint: She is the root of the problem.

JT: That stinks. It’s never fun when a friend you trust and admire is rude about what you do or believe in. Hon-estly, I would ignore it. It could be for a number of reasons : Maybe they’re jeal-ous? Maybe they’re insecure? Maybe they’re just too open about their opin-ion? Or maybe they’re just being down-right rude to hurt your feelings. Don’t pay it any attention.

Yes, all three of these guys are

named John. Yes, it was a popular

name in the ‘80s. The identity of

these three amigos have been altered

to protect the innocent.

Have a question for the Johns?

Shoot an e-mail their way at

[email protected].

(page 50) FEBRUARY 2015ASK THE JOHNS

DISCLAIMER: Ask the Johns is a sarcastic piece. Their advice is not meant to be taken literally… except maybe John T’s.

One of my best friends does my hair. I haven’t been in love with what she has done the last couple of times, but she’s always telling me how much it means to her that I go to her. How can I break up with her as my stylist and keep our friendship?

-So Awkward

JR: You’re asking the wrong guy. I’m still rocking a bowl cut because I have no idea how to break my monthly ap-pointment at the old barber shop. I’ve been told styles are cyclical, so I’m hopeful I’ll be back in style any year now.

JW: Tell her that you want to grow it out, then later tell her that you won free haircuts for life. Or, just start stealing her scissors, over, and over again. See if she gets the point (pun intended)?

JT: This is awkward. I would be com-pletely honest that you want to start going to someone else. One way to go about it is to mention that you feel un-comfortable every time you don’t love your haircut and want to eliminate that part of your relationship to keep it normal. She will be mad, but later it will pass. If it doesn’t, there are more issues.

Valentine’s Day is coming up and my boyfriend ‘doesn’t believe in gifts.’ I’m not kidding. We’ve been together for over five years and I tell him it means a lot to me to celebrate, but he thinks holidays are just another day. What should I do?

-Bummed

JR: Sounds like your boyfriend received one too many lumps of coal as a kid. I personally celebrate every holiday, from Valentine’s Day to Arbor Day. I would kick Scrooge to the curb.

JW: 1. If you’ve been together for five years and you’re still a girlfriend, time to bounce. 2. If you aren’t going to break up, maybe it’s time for a side piece? I give great presents.

JT: This is tough, because typically humans give humans gifts on special occasions. Maybe meet in the middle and write each other nice notes every holiday? Or just dump him, because that’s terrible? Sorry, I might have to tap out of this one.

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(page 52) FEBRUARY 2015605 FACTOIDS

Minutes is all we need to know whether we’re attracted to someone. In fact, it can take as little as 90 seconds. According to the BBC story, “The Science of Flirting,” attraction happens mostly as a result of body language, followed by the tone and speed of our voices, and to only a small extent, what we’re actually saying.

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50 Cups of chocolate would be consumed by Aztec emperor Montezuma before visiting his harem of 600 women. According to Diane Ackerman’s 1995 book, A Natural History of Love, the leader believed chocolate to be an aphrodisiac. Some things never change.

Seconds of hugging can boost your level of oxytocin enough to give you both emotional and physiological benefits all day long. Oxytocin is most commonly known as the hormone that helps new mothers bond with their babies. A Stanford University study claims it is an effective pain killer as well. Volunteers given a nasal spray containing oxytocin said headache symptoms either dramatically subsided or disappeared for hours.

Leaf clovers may be considered good luck, but they are also part of an Irish love ritual. Author Jack Tresidder’s 2005 work Complete Book of Symbols details the practice in which a woman would eat a four-leaf clover while thinking about a man. According to the custom, the act would cause the man to fall in love with her.

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(page 60) FEBRUARY 2015HEALTH TREND BY STACEY NIEWENHUIS

February is American Heart

Month, so it’s time to give your

heart a little more love.

Did you know?

The heart is a muscle. It needs to be trained too. As the heart becomes stronger, the heart rate lowers because fewer beats are required to pump the same amount of blood.

Try something new and include a heart-pumping workout, HIIT style, to your routine. High Intensity Interval Training alternates bouts of all-out effort (for your fitness level) and short recovery periods for a specific number of sets. Here’s what I love about it – it’s an efficient and effective workout that involves a number of muscles simultaneously and gives you maximum calorie burn by metabolizing fat for

fuel and KEEPS burning calories well after your workout is over.

In honor of American Heart Month, here’s my twists on a few well-known exercises.

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HIIT

Side Lunge Hop

Glute Bridge Punch

Froggy Burpee

Hop back into a plank, keep core tight.

Drive elbow to ceiling, squeeze shoulder blade.

Hop back feet wide at a 45 angle.

Press through the inner thighs, feet back to parallel.

Stand or hop, repeat other arm.

Start standing, legs parallel. Hinge at hips, sink hips back, spine aligned.

Push off outside leg, hop, drive knee to ceiling.

Feet hip width apart, strong arms in guard position.

Press hips to ceiling, punch fist past shoulder to floor.

Find more detailed cues on each exercise at 605magazine.com.

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Love is in the air, and so is the aroma of delicious, filling and healthy meals just in time for Valentine’s Day! This year, skip the restaurant reservation and instead stay home and cook with your date. It’s a great way to get quality time together and reap the health benefits. “Cooking at home allows you to be in control of what goes in your meal and how much you serve on your plate,” said Annie Ailts, a Hy-Vee Registered Dietitian. “Make your meal fun and romantic by playing instrumental music and eating by candlelight.” Michelle Haleck, a Registered Dietitian at Rapid City Regional Weight Management, agrees that staying home is the best option. “Creating beautiful, healthy, and delicious food is something I personally love to do. My wish is for people to always realize that it’s not the food that shows the love — it is the time spent with one another that displays ones’ affection for another. When you love someone you want to give them only the best, so this year try giving the gift of time and nutrition,” said Haleck.

Brussels sprouts are a powerhouse

of nutrition! Consuming one cup

of Brussels sprouts will provide 19

percent of vitamin K, 125 percent of

vitamin C, and 10 percent or more

of vitamin A, vitamin B-6, folate,

potassium and manganese needs for

the day.

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Look for even more dietitian-approved

recipe options at 605magazine.com.

Cherry Chipotle Glaze:Place all ingredients (except salmon)

in a saucepan, stir and bring to a boil.Reduce heat and simmer for 30

minutes. Glaze will seem thin until it cools. Set aside or refrigerate until ready to use.

Set oven to broil, and cover a baking pan with aluminum foil.

Place salmon on the pan flesh side up and brush with glaze. Place in the oven and cook for 5 minutes.

Remove salmon and flip over. Brush with additional glaze and return to oven for 5 more minutes.

Serve salmon drizzled with glaze over vegetables.

Nutrition: Calories-358 // Fat-11g // Carbs- 38g // Protein-29g

CHERRY CHIPOTLE GLAZED SALMONServes 4 // Prep Time 10 min // Cook Time 40 Min

6 oz. cherry concentrate1/4 cup brown sugar1/8 cup honey1 1/2 tsp adobo sauce1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp onion powder1 lb. wild-caught Atlantic salmon(cut into even sized pieces)

Slice each Brussels sprout very thinly until you have a mound of feathery Brussels sprout ribbons.

Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet; sauté the garlic for 30 seconds.

Add the Brussels sprouts and continue sautéing for another 4-5 minutes, until bright green and tender.

Add sea salt and brown sugar and toss together. Finish by adding toasted nuts.

Optional: squeeze a few tablespoons of fresh orange juice over dish or add some minced fresh ginger for some extra heat.

Source: Hy-Vee

CARAMELIZED BRUSSELS SPROUTSServes 4

12-14 large Brussels sprouts1 Tbsp Hy-Vee Select olive oil2 cloves garlic, minced1 pinch sea salt2 tsp Hy-Vee brown sugar1/4 cup roughly chopped pecans orwalnuts, toastedOptional: fresh orange juice, mincedfresh ginger

In a saucepan, combine half the water, sugar, salt, and cocoa powder, and warm over medium heat. Bring to a full boil while whisking, then reduce heat to low, and simmer for thirty seconds.

Remove from the heat, add the vanilla and espresso and stir. Stir in the remaining water.

Transfer the mixture to a bowl, and chill in the refrigerator until cold, about an hour. When chilled, freeze in your ice cream maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

When ready to serve top, with 1 oz. melted 70% coca chocolate and a handful of blueberries

Source: Skinnytaste.com

Nutrition: Calories: 121.7 // Fat: 3.2 g // Protein: 3.7 g // Carb: 31.7 g // Fiber: 2.9 g // Sugar: 23.2 g // Sodium: 1.7 mg

CHOCOLATE SORBETServes 5 // Makes 2 1/2 cups

2 1/4 cups water1/2 cup sugarpinch of salt1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract1/4 cup freshly brewed espresso1 oz. melted 70% cocoa dark

chocolate½ cup blueberries


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Part of the fun of Valentine’s Day

is creating homemade cards and

decorations. Adorn your home or

office with this easy, cute garland

made from just a few common craft

items.

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bio: Art Director Kerry McDonald is the creative force behind 605 Magazine and sister publication Dainty Obsessions. Each month she shares ideas inspired by her own crafting experiments and passion for innovative design.

VALENTINE’S POM POM GARLANDCost: Skill level:

YarnStringKitchen forkScissors

Wrap yarn gently around fork, about 90 times. Cut the yarn from ball.

Cut a piece of yarn long enough to thread through the middle tine of the fork and double knot. This will make the wrapped yarn in the shape of a bow tie.

Slide the yarn off the fork and cut the loops on either side. Leaving the piece you just double knotted.

Use your fingers to give the pom pom a circular shape. Trimming also makes it look more dense.

Tie onto your string or a long piece of yarn. Trim the excess.

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