BARNES NOTES and NEWS Volume 1, Issue 8 REVISED 12.1.2017 Free

Welcome Home to the : December 2017 BARNES NOTES AND NEWS Volume 1, Issue 8 REVISED 12.1.2017 Free

The BARNES NOTES & NEWS is the new source of our area’s community events and happenings, obituaries and other items of interest. We continue to welcome you to place your ads, submit events or articles, and stories. Please contact the owner/editor: Julie (Friermood) Sarkauskas at [email protected] or call 715-795-2775.

CHRISTMASES OF OLD….. There is nothing like the memories of Christmases gone by. The warmth of coming home, the sound of Bing Crosby and Perry Como records playing on the phonograph (I’m sure some of the people reading this probably have no idea what I’m talking about). The aroma of dozens of cookies in the oven, the tinsel and icicles on the tree, and so much more. I have never forgotten the feeling of coming home after school knowing that mom had been baking sugar cookies that day and would have left the Santa cookies for my brother Bill and I to decorate. She would always leave those for us. When it was time to wrap presents, she would wrap them and leave the bows for us to put on, and then we SANTA. would race to place them under the tree. Of course, trying to guess what they were, not once, but many We leave him milk and cookies, & leave carrots times until Christmas Eve when we would finally get to open “one” present. for the reindeer. We In this month’s REMINISCING we share a Christmas story from Cindy (Bott) Boles, who grew up in can’t fall asleep in Barnes after moving here with her family in 1973. During and after raising their family in the Minneapolis anticipation of what’s to area, Cindy and husband Tim built a home in Barnes knowing they would once again move here for love of come. the area and the memories created here over the years. I have been trying to use a thought I had about You don’t have to give the “wonder of the time.” What better situation to use these words than with the sharing of a friends up believing in Santa dearest memories. just because you grew up. You should continue Along with this wonderfully warming story, we’ll share songs and stories of Christmas. We all have that one to believe as it gives us favorite that we love and never tire of, whether it was a favorite as a child or a favorite of someone we’ve the ability to hope; the lost that brings special meaning and memories to us. same as in prayer. We also need to remember the meaning of Christmas - the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Too many In this issue: times our children are lead one way or the other regarding Christmas. It is OUR responsibility as adults to make sure they understand what Christmas is really about, and the reason we pray and celebrate our Green Bay Packer’s Lord. But, we also have to let our children be “kids” and allow them to look up in awe at the lights, and the 2017 Game Schedule glory that encompasses everything about the wonder and joy of the season. God Bless the dear children. Advertisements God loves us with such great joy, and who better than He to understand and embrace our choice to allow BAHA Santa to live in our hearts as well. Barnes Food Shelf I’d like to give a HUGE THANK YOU for donations to the Barnes Notes and News that have been Calendar of Events received in memory of Judy Solberg, donations left at various establishments around town, and through Church News & individual support. What a grand and giving realm of people we have in our community, and beyond. It Events truly embraces the Christmas spirit that we need to keep and share every day of the year. Barnes Book Club Local People News & I would also like to thank my elves; Julie (Friermood) Sarkauskas Events Cindy Boles, Jeff Fullington, Carol LeBreck, Paula Greenspan, Good Eats/Recipes Sally Pease, Lu Peet and John & Ariel Amend. Obituaries Puzzles FOLLOW THE DRUMMOND SCHOOL SPORTS & ACTIVITIES through the BARNES NOTES & NEWS Red Hat Ladies “ Reminiscing “ DECEMBER 2017 HAPPENINGS: Senior Meals Town of Barnes • GORDON CRAFT FAIR - Saturday, December 2nd - 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. @ The Gordon Town Hall • Office Hours • DRUMMOND MIDDLE & HIGHSCHOOL WINTER CONCERT - Tuesday, December 12th at 7:00 p.m. • Town Board • DRUMMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM Transfer Site Monday, December 18th / Times: 1:15 p.m. Pen-pals 7:00 p.m. Family UFO Crafters • SOLON SPRINGS ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING - Saturday, December 2nd - 6:00 p.m. Join us after the tree lighting at the Solon Springs Village Hall to see Santa and Barnes Notes and drop off your wish letter in his mailbox. Enjoy some hot chocolate and coffee, News, LLC homemade goodies, listen to holiday Music and visit with family and friends. 50590 Pease Road Barnes, WI 54873 COME SHARE THE JOY! 715-795-2775 BRING IN THE NEW YEAR - GRAB YOUR SPOT AT ANY OF THE LOCAL ESTABLISHMENTS

BARNES AREA CALENDAR OF EVENTS: DECEMBER 2017

VFW POST 8329 AUXILIARY CHRISTMAS PARTY 5:00 p.m. Place and date to be announced!

Auxiliary: 715-795-2271

Sat. Dec 2 BARNESTORMERS SNOWMOBILE CLUB Annual Banquet-Location TBD. Suzette: 715-795-2331

Mon. Dec 4 BARNES LIONS CLUB 6:00 p.m. at Maki’s Restaurant. Lions Club: 715-795-2047 Tues. Dec 19 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING 6:30 p.m. at Barnes Town Hall: 715-795-2782 Fri. Dec 22 CHRISTMAS EVE HOLIDAY - Town Offices Closed Sun. Dec 24 CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICE 10:30 a.m. at Barnes Community Church 715-795-2195 CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT COMMUNION SERVICE & CHILDREN’S SERMON 5:00 p.m. at Barnes Sun. Dec 24 Community Church: 715-795-2195 Sun. Dec 24 THE CABIN STORE – Closing at 5:00 p.m. 715-795-2561 Mon. Dec 25 CHRISTMAS DAY at the Cabin Store Open 12:00 noon – 5:00 p.m. 715-795-2561 Mon. Dec 25 CHRISTMAS DAY HOLIDAY - Town Offices Closed

Sun. Dec 31 NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY at the Cabin Store 9:00 p.m. - ??: 715-795-2561 Bring in 2018 with the Staff at Cedar Lodge Steakhouse & Grille with Fabulous Food & Drink Specials! Sun. Dec 31 715-795- 2223 Jan. 2, 2018 NEW YEAR'S DAY HOLIDAY - Town Offices Closed - Monday, January 2nd

BARNES TOWN BOARD MEMBERS Chairperson: Chris Webb Supervisor: Donna Porter Supervisor: Seana Frint Supervisor: Tom Emerson Supervisor: Zach Desrosiers Visit: Town of Barnes.com for up to date town minutes. Foreman: Eric Altman Constable: Mike O’Keefe

Judy Bourassa, Town Clerk / Treasurer [email protected]

Phone: 715-795-2782 Fax: 715-795-2784 3360 County Hwy N – Barnes, WI 54873

Please be sure to check with the Town of Barnes to obtain burning permits and for the fire danger level before burning.

Barnes Highway Department December Report - Eric Altman - Foreman

LAKE ROAD IS OPEN: Please use CAUTION when traveling on Lake Road. Even though work has been suspended, the road is still under construction and in rough gravel condition. The speed limits (25 mph on the south end, 35 mph on the north end) should be obeyed, and further reducing of speeds may be necessary when snow packed. Please note, the Town of Barnes is not liable for damage to vehicles traveling roadways.

For any other road or town updates, please visit the town website or contact the town office.

2 BARNES SENIOR MEALS - DECEMBER 2017 MENU How to Register for a Senior Meal at the Barnes Town Hall Meals are served at the Barnes Town Hall Monday - Thursday at 12:00 p.m. To reserve a meal or cancel a meal, please call (or stop by) the Barnes Senior Meal Site at 715-795-2495 between 10:15 am to 1:15 pm Monday - Thursday. If you are not able to call between 10:15 am to 1:15 pm Monday - Thursday to reserve a meal or cancel a meal, please call the Bayfield County Department of Human Services at 1-888-717-9700, press 178 and leave the following information by 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday: Your name, phone number, date you would like to reserve a meal and the meal site (Barnes)

Week 1: 12/4-12/7 Week 2: 12/11-12/14 Week 3: 12/18-12/21 Week 4: 12/26-12/28

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Broiled Pepper Fish w/ tartar Porcupine Meatballs w/ Baked Chicken, Mashed sauce, Baked Potato w/butter & Sweet & Sour Pork over sauce over egg noodles, Potatoes & Gravy, Creamed sour cream, Tossed Salad w/ steamed brown rice, Steamed Brussel Sprouts, Three Bean Corn, Orange, WW Bread w/ tomatoes, peppers & onions, Broccoli, Fruit Cocktail, Milk Salad, Apricots, Milk, Alt Veg: butter, Milk, Cherry Crisp, WW Roll w/ Meatless TVP Balls Veg Alt: Tofu Cutlet butter, Milk

Cornish Game Hen, Buttered Italian Sausage w/Linguine Beef Tips in Gravy over Broccoli Cheese Soup, Baby Red Potatoes, Peas & & Alfredo Sauce, Steamed WW Bread & Mashed Pota- Tuna Salad Sandwich on WW Carrots, Cranberries, Cheese- Asparagus, Prince & Princess toes, Green Beans, Peaches, Bread, Tomato Spoon Salad, cake w/berry topping, WW Roll Chickpea Salad, Apple, Milk, Milk Banana, Milk w/butter, Milk, Veg Alt: Gar- Veg Alt: Tofu Sausage banzo Loaf

California Hamburger on a Boiled Ham Dinner w/ Hot Pork Sandwich on WW Chilled Tuna Macaroni Sal- buttered bun w/lettuce, toma- potatoes, carrots, rutabagas & Bread, Mashed Potatoes & ad, Pickled Beets, Pineapple to, onion & green pepper, cabbage, Cranberry Crunch Gravy, Steamed Spinach, Rings w/cottage cheese, Lem- Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Salad, Cake, WW Roll w/butter, Apple, Milk on Blueberry Trifle, Milk Christmas Cookie, Milk, Veg Milk, Veg Alt: Boiled Dinner Alt: Veggie Burger w/Northern Beans

Breaded Chicken Patty on a Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza buttered bun w/lettuce, tomato, CLOSED IN OERVANCE CLOSED IN OERVANCE Hotdish, Corn Niblets, Diced mayo, Tator Tots, Broccoli Sal- OF CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY OF CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY Peaches, Garlic Bread, Milk, ad, Pumpkin Pie Bars, Milk, Veg Alt: Cheesy Hotdish Veg Alt: Black Bean Burger

PLEASE PICK UP ANY DEBRIS THAT BLOWS OUT OF YOUR VEHICLE.

REMINDER…. If you’re walking, walk against traffic (ditch to your left). If you’re biking, ride with traffic (ditch to your right). If walking your dog, PLEASE make sure he/she is always on the “ditch” side of you for their safety, and not on the road side of you. THANK YOU !! (It’s for your safety, your pet’s safety and the safety of others)

QUESTIONS, COMMENTS or CONCERNS If you have any questions or comments on what you see here, we would like to hear from you. If you have an item that you would like to see in the Barnes Notes and News, please contact Julie (Friermood) Sarkauskas at [email protected] THANKS TO YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT. GOD BLESS LIKE US ON FACEBOOK Donations are welcome and appreciated. Your generous donation will be applied as sponsorship to our community pages.

3 Seasonal Affective Disorder and “Cabin Fever” Things to do to help get through the tough months: Participate in Activities you Enjoy and become more active in your community: • Serve meals for a homeless shelter • Help an organization send care packages to soldiers stationed overseas • Care for dogs and cats at an animal shelter • Volunteer to run errands for people with disabilities • Join a committee or volunteer for an activity at your place of worship • Do some inside gardening • Take part in a local theater troupe • Get a part-time job For more information about physical activity, check out Go4Life.

KEEP YOUR EYES PEELED FOR DETAILS ABOUT THE 2018 BAHA BIG CASH WINTERFEST

SATURDAY, MARCH 3RD HELP BUST THE WINTER BLUES -

FOR TICKETS CALL

715-795-2145

Living in Wisconsin YOU MAY HAVE BEEN SEEING BUTTONS we need AROUND TOWN THAT SAY... more Vitamin D “YES! THERE IS A BARNES, WISCONSIN” than you might Back in the 70’s, the Homemakers Club sold the think. buttons for fundraisers. Recently, long time resident and friend, Tom Van Delist, came across one of the buttons in his mothers belongings and decided it was time to bring them back. A GRAND gesture, they will be sold to help raise funds to support the new storage building for the Barnes ATV and Snowmobile clubs. Also, for the Barnes Notes and News. Thank you Tom!

GREAT STOCKING STUFFERS!

COMING IN 2018 - MONTHLY BIRTHDAYS The buttons are $ 4.00 each or 3/$10.00. SUBMIT TO: [email protected] You can purchase the buttons at many BE SURE TO VISIT THE ZIMS RESIDENCE ON BONY LAKE IN BARNES local establishments. TO TAKE IN THEIR CHRISTMAS LIGHT DISPLAY (Gets better every year) Directions: State Hwy 27 and Borman Rd. (Just north of Jim’s Bait. Follow THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT down until you see the lights! 4

Obituaries - REMEMBERING LOVED ONES LOST

THANK YOU FOR GUY B. KNEELAND JR. YOUR SERVICE February 17, 1944 - November 06, 2017 Guy “Waabibines” B. Kneeland, Jr., age 73 of Grand View, WI passed away peacefully, Monday, Nov 6, 2017 at Essentia Health-Saint Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN. Guy was born Feb 17, 1944 in Hayward, WI the son of Guy “Shorty” B. and Wyvern (Sharlow) Kneeland.

He attended Drummond School and was part of the 1962 High School basketball team that went to state. He was chosen on the all state tournament team. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving in the Vietnam War from 1965 to 1967. He was a Bad River tribal member and a member of the American Legion Post #516 in Mason, WI. On Nov 4, 1967 he was united in marriage to Phyllis S. Fenner in Washburn, WI. He worked at General Motors in Janesville, WI for over 11 years and for the Chequamegon Telephone Company in Cable for over 28 years, retiring in 2001. He was an avid sports fan, of all sports, especially high school sports. He enjoyed playing golf, baseball, softball, basketball and loved to hunt and ice fish. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Phyllis, of Grand View, WI; daughter, Nicole Kneeland (Chato Gonzalez) of Hayward, WI; granddaughters, Ella Rose Gonzalez and Lillian Miigis Gonzalez; step-grandchildren, Chatianna Gonzalez and Nigozis Gonzalez, all of Hayward, WI; sisters, Marguerite Boike of Orland Park, IL and Carol (Curt) Retherford of Rockland, Idaho; brother, Paul (Gerty) Kneeland of Mason, WI; brother-in-law, Gary (Barb) Fenner of Grand Island, NY; several nieces and nephews, all who were a very special part of his life as well as many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Arnie & David, nephew, Christopher Boike, Paternal and maternal grandparents, sister-in-law, Shirley Baker.

DAVID W. PEASE THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE May 22, 1928 - November 7, 2017 David Wayne Pease, age 89, of Barnes, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at Hayward Area Memorial Hospital in Hayward. He was born May 22, 1928 in Barnes, the son of Lucius and Elizabeth (Peterson) Pease. He was united in marriage to Carol Eleanor Williams on June 9, 1957 in Thomson, IL.

David proudly served his country in the Army Corps of Engineers in Germany during the Korean War. He taught high school science in Geneseo, IL for more than thirty years. His father started the Pease Resort in 1916 and David spent much of his time working on it until he and Carol took over full time after retirement from teaching. He was proud to be a Boy Scout Leader and an active member of the Barnes VFW. He was instrumental in forming the Barnes Area Historical Association and helping to get the museum open in 2016. He served on the Barnes Township board and on several town committees including the Aquatic Invasive Species Committee helping to protect the lakes he grew up to love. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, and reading. Faith was an important part of David’s life and he sang with the church choirs in both Barnes and Geneseo. He is survived by his children, Paula Greenspan of Barnes, Wayne Pease of Anchorage, AK and Sally Pease of Barnes; four grandchildren, Trevor, Eddie, Joseph and Wayne Jr.; and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carol; and three brothers, Herbert, Walter “Bud” and Peter Pease. A memorial service was held on Saturday, November 18th at the Barnes Community Church in Barnes, WI. A private Interment was held. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Barnes Area Historical Association (BAHA) or to the Barnes VFW.

MAY YOU FOREVER REST IN PEACE WITH YOUR LORD

Obituaries - REMEMBERING LOVED ONES LOST

God Bless ALVIN CHRISTENSON THANK YOU FOR & November 8, 1930 - November 10, 2017 YOUR SERVICE Keep You

Alvin Leo Christenson, longtime resident of Barnes, WI, age 87, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Friday, November 10, 2017. He was born November 8, 1930 in Superior, WI, the son of Arthur and Fern (Porter) Christenson. He was united in marriage to Janet Edith Skoglund on March 28, 1953 in Carlton, MN. Al proudly served his country as a cook in the United States Army, stationed in Germany during the Korean War. Al was a member and former commander of the Barnes VFW for many years. He owned and operated Al Christenson and Sons Construction in Barnes. Al love to build, remodel and engineer things and usually found unique ways for improvement. He enjoyed the outdoors especially snowmobiling, gardening and feeding the deer and well as deer hunting. Al looked forward to motorhome trips with his wife down south. Most of all, Al was a family man who loved to spend time with his entire family. He is survived by his beloved wife, Janet of Barnes; his children, Debra (James) Meier of Hayward, David (Janice) Christenson of Barnes, Diane (Jeff) Eid of Marengo and Daryl (Krista) Christenson of Poplar; eleven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; his sisters, Eileen Peterson of Superior and Betty Rose of South Range; and many nieces, nephews and dear friends. In addition to his parents, Al is preceded in death by his grandson, Benjamin; and two brothers, Christy and Ted Christenson. A funeral service was held at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at First Lutheran Church, 10680 Main Street in Hayward, Al was laid to rest at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

SOMETIMES…… Our sincerest apologies for anyone OUR LOVED ONES HAVE PAWS. we may have missed Our thoughts and prayers are with you OUR SYMPATHIES IN THE and your families in this time of sorrow. LOSS OF YOUR FURRY FRIEND If you have any information you would like us “It’s hard to forget someone who gave you to share, please send to: so much to remember” Julie (Friermood) Sarkauskas at [email protected]

Remembering “Dallas” Beloved friend and companion of Diane Ritter Dawson and the Ritter Family. BARNES COMMUNITY CHURCH FOOD PANTRY She will truly be missed The Barnes Food Pantry is open the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. for persons living within 15 miles of the church or those SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL HUMANE SOCIETY living in Barnes, Drummond or Highland.

Please bring identification. BARNES COMMUNITY CHURCH We are located at 3200 County Highway “N”, Barnes, WI at the Barnes Community Church. Pastor Jon Hartman For further information call: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Donna at 715-795-3139 or Dianne at 715-795-2728 3200 County Hwy N, Barnes, WI (For a map to the food shelf visit: www.barneswi.com) Phone: 715-795-2195

Christmas Eve Communion Service Please consider making a donation to 5:00 p.m. The Barnes Food Shelf. It is greatly appreciated.

Bible Studies Every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. Everyone Welcome

Shhhhh...IT'S A MYSTERY!! Rumor has it that a “special guest” will OPERATION arrive in Barnes sometime in the spring or summer of 2018, at which time a grand RUDOLPH "Homecoming Party" will be held in his honor. CAN YOU "GUESS WHO'S COMING TO BARNES" ? Clue # 2: He still has a number of relatives in the area. PLEASE DONATE AN UNWRAPPED Clue # 1: He last visited our area back in 2005. TOY FOR A CHILD IN NEED DURING Send your guesses to: THE HOLIDAY SEASON. [email protected]

DONATION SITES ARE AT THE Watch for Clue #3 in the January CHIPPEWA VALLEY BANIKS IN issue of the Barnes Notes and News CABLE AND BARNES. FINAL DONATION DATES: GEORGIA’S IS OPEN BARNES—DECEMBER 18TH CABLE—DECEMBER 19TH NEW OWNER: GEORGIA’S SON BRYAN

MONEY IS ALSO APPRECIATED “HAPPINESS IS HOMEMADE” THANK YOU ALL WINTER HOURS Friday, Saturday & Sunday 11:00 to Close HELP US “GO GREEN” Thank you to those for your support in our effort to Ellison Lake Rd, Barnes, WI save on paper and costs. Please contact us if you’d Phone: 715-795-2121 like to receive your copy of the Barnes Notes and News via email. THANK YOU!

Email: [email protected] The Barnes Area Historical Association (BAHA) Museum is closed for the season however, open by appointment.

STORAGE Please keep the Museum on your list of places to visit in 2018. Store your boats, pontoons, cars, campers, The Museum is located at the corner of snowmobiles, ATV’s, tree stands County Hwy N & Lake Rd. Donations are appreciated to If you have it, we can store it! help us maintain and expand the exhibits. We can winterize and we can pick-up. Gregg Friermood — Barnes, WI Call now - (715) 558-2899 or (715) 795-2247 BARNES RED HAT The Barnes Red Hat Ladies will next meet on

Wednesday, December 20th at 12:00 Noon SEND US YOUR Cedar Lodge County Hwy N in Barnes “BIG BUCK”

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7 PROPERTIES FOR SALE BY OWNER: Pat Iverson REMEMBER TO THANK A VET, EVERYDAY 8950 Co. Hyw N and 8810 Co. Hyw N Drummond, WI My husband passed away a year ago and I’m selling our two properties to move closer to family. Both properties will be placed with a realtor in April, 2018. Please contact me if you are interested: Home: 715-739-6281 or Cell: 715-413-1721 Pat Iverson

8950 County Hwy N: This ranch style home with an attached two car garage is on the North side of Co. Hyw N and is situated on 30 acres which joins the National Forest. It has an open kitchen, dining and living room area with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and laundry room all on the main floor. The basement is unfinished with a full bath. There is a 30’ x 60’ pole building which includes a 30’ x 25’ shop area that has a cement CHRISTMAS IN THE TRENCHES: floor, water and heat. Asking $ 250,000. Features: “The only thing separating the two armies on • Built in 2000 that cold December night in 1914 was a • 1512 sq. ft of living space barren stretch of muddy ground called No • 16’ x 29’ attached deck Man’s Land. It was in this setting that the • LP Heat and Central A/C miracle began. • Jetted tub in master bath A faint sound of singing cut through the • 3 sky lights frosty air. • Watering irrigation system Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht… • Taxes in 2016: $ 1,623.00 Then the other voices joined in. Silent night, holy night… 8810 Co. Hwy N: For a brief time, the enemies stopped 2 bedroom, 1 full bath cabin with a wood burning stove, situated on a 10 acre parcel. It includes a 32’ x 50’ pole building with a cement floor. Asking $ 79,000. fighting and behaved as friends. As many as Features: 100,000 soldiers are assumed to have participated in what became known as the • 900 sq. ft living space unofficial Christmas Truce.” • Appliances included • LP heat Written by: John McCutcheon • New roof and water heater 2017 What a great book to remind us of how just • Presently a rental property one thing can stir the Christmas in our • Taxes in 2016: $ 675.00 hearts. I have it on my coffee table during Christmas and very visible the rest of the year. KEEP YOUR PETS WARM AND SAFE THIS WINTER - We must thank all vets from all wars for When putting ice melt on your steps, walkways and driveways, make sure to use salt products that are “PET SAFE.” their service and their sacrifices. Not just on Memorial Day or Veterans Day, but every The cold can reek havoc on your pets paws! When walking, the snow and ice can actually burn them. If it’s below 10 degrees please make sure they day. Without them, we would not be able to aren’t out too long or have boots on. You can get boots at local pet supply keep this book on our shelves to read to our stores, Vet supply stores or pet pharmacies. children and make them understand what it (Foster & Smith, Pet’s Mart, Pet Depot) meant for these soldiers to have a Christmas moment, even for as short lived as it was.

KEEP ALL YOUR PET’S SHOTS UP TO DATE. Have your vet’s number handy at all times. MERRY LOCAL VETS: NORTHSTAR VETERINARY CLINIC/HOSPITAL CHRISTMAS ! Dr. Sammi Pumala # 715-739-6823 52545 Old 63N, Drummond Tiger Collins SEELEY VETERINARY CLINIC Share the Spirit…. Dr. John Mundel # 715-634-5996 12942W County Rd OO, Hayward (Seeley) Take a moment to visit a NORTHLAND VETERINARY SERVICES neighbor for a chat and a cup of Dr. Monica Brilla # 715-372-5590 8560 Topper Rd, Iron River tea. A warm smile and a kind HAYWARD ANIMAL HOSPITAL word has extra meaning this # 715-634-8971 15226W Cty Rd B, Hayward Charlie Boles time of year. 8 UFO CRAFTERS BARNES BOOK CLUB UFO Crafters had their first November meeting on Monday, November 13. We are a slightly smaller group these days as REMINDER most of our snowbirds have flown south for the winter. The hardy souls who stay to enjoy our cold season were busy There will be no book in December. making Christmas projects. Some Garden Club members We will resume in January of 2018, joined us to make Christmas cards for the Garden Club. Some of those who come on Mondays to make their own cards joined on the 4th Monday of each month. them and the work went quickly. In no time at all 25 cards were completed and ready for printing the greeting inside. Others continued working on knitting projects of a shawl and a sweater. Conversations were mostly about the cards being made but we managed to talk about Thanksgiving plans and who would be hosting and who would be traveling. All were wished a Happy Thanksgiving and safe travels.

The second monthly meeting was held on Monday, November 27. Projects this day included card-making. Some of the card projects were to finish the Garden Club cards by adding the FOLK DANCING CANCELLED greeting, one person continued making cards using photos she had taken and had printed, and another was stamping cardstock in preparation for finishing. Knitting projects included WITH MUCH REGRET a different shawl from last time, the sweater in progress, and THE DANCE CLASSES HAVE BEEN Knitted Knockers. These last are a ‘charity’ project. Soft knitted bra fillers are knitted with specific yarns and sent to a central Exercise classes are still open distribution center for disbursement world-wide to women who have had mastectomies due to breast cancer. Check out the AGING GRACEFULLY website if you’re interested in helping or want more information, www.knittedknockers.org. A low impact, moderate intensity exercise class One person brought in a dog sweater she had knitted for her designed to improve strength, flexibility, and short-haired dog. Someone else brought in some charming balance is open and free to adults of all ages and embroidered pillows she had started work on, but didn’t want to fitness. Sessions will be held at the Barnes finish, to see if anyone would like them. Conversations Community Church Gym on Thursdays at 10:00 included Thanksgiving Day activities, other crafts including a.m. starting November 9th through December embroidery and the need for magnifiers for our older eyes 21st. No class on November 23rd. when doing small crafts these days, Instant Pots, air fryers, and Christmas plans. A good time was had by all and we finally Sponsored by: had to force ourselves to leave. the Barnes Parks & Recreation Committee

Our next meeting will be Monday, December 11, at the Barnes BRICK LINED WOOD STOVE Town Hall at 1:30 P.M. We will not meet a second time in FOR SALE - $ 150 December as our second date would fall on Christmas Day. It was jokingly mentioned that we might appreciate the break but CALL JIM @ 715-795-2575 decided against it, eventually. These gatherings are open to everyone. There is no meeting. It is very informal. Come for the afternoon. Leave if you must. Any crafts are welcome or none if you just want to get away for a few hours and have a relaxing LOOK FOR afternoon in good company. We have not been joined by weavers, spinners, or carvers yet but you are certainly BARNES-GORDON GARDEN welcome as there is plenty of room for everyone. CLUB AND NOTES FROM A

Have a great holiday season. Remember to take care of MASTER GARDENER yourselves as well during the activities and we’ll see you in January. LATE WINTER / EARLY SPRING 2018 Submitted by: Judy Wilcox

DECEMBER SPECIALS VATTEN PADDLER CANOE RACE Omelet: Philly Cheese Steak Head coordinator needed for July 2018 Vatten Paddler canoe race. Wilderness Inn Burger: Chili Cheese Burger Wine - Dine - Recline If interested, please contact: Drink: Christmas Cookie

Seana Frint @ [email protected] Anytime Fish Fry (Baileys, Kahlua & Peppermint Carol LeBreck @ [email protected] Featuring Samuel Adams Lager Fish Schnapps) Susan Pagnucci @ [email protected]

HAPPY Pizza: - SPECIALS - Chicken Bacon Ranch J & K’S HALFWAY HOUSE HOUR ! Monday - Burger Night Also featuring: Bar & Grill Tuesday - Tacos Gluten Free Pizza Crusts Wednesday - Wings “WE ARE HERE” Thursday - Pizza Night - BREAKFAST- Open 7 days a week Everyday—All you can Eat Mon. - Fri. 9:00 a.m. to 10: 00 p.m. Biscuits & Gravy Sat. - Sun. 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Midnight New Specials & Prizes! Saturday & Sunday Eggs Benedict Gordon, WI Check our Facebook page for New Monthly Specials! Pair with a Mimosa Phone: 715-376-4285 (Omelets, Burgers & Pizzas) (On and Off Sale) or Bloody Mary!

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GET READY FOR WINTER SPECIALS FEATURING GOODYEAR-FIRESTONE-COOPER-MICHLEN TIRES INTERSTATE BATTERYS If you’re still cleaning our your garage ALL AT COST or your basement, please keep in mind INSTALLATION EXTRA to donate your items to: BILLS GARAGE 48670 US HWY 63 DRUMMOND, WI Local folks that may need a hand 715-739-6969 Salvation Army MON.-FRIDAY 8:00-5:30 SAT 8:00-12:00 Good Will 4 MILES SOUTH OF DRUMMOND-4 MILES NORTH OF CABLE IF YOU CAN BREAK IT-I CAN FIX IT OIL CHANGES-BRAKES -TUNE UPS -TIRE REPAIRS COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS ASK ABOUT SENIOR DISCOUNTS KEEPING THE WHEELS TURNING IN SOUTHERN BAYFIELD COUNTY FOR 15 YEARS THANK YOU FOR YOUR TRUST AND SUPPORT

The Drummond Library - The Drummond Public Library and Historical Museum has become a popular destination for not only library services, but for a visit to the roots of the town of Drummond. The library also has local maps to assist visitors find the many natural wonders in the area. Visitors enjoy activities such as hiking, cross country skiing, biking, fishing, bird and wildlife watching and much more. The staff is knowledgeable about the local activities and can help you find the best activities while visiting the area. HOURS: Monday: Closed Tuesday: 10-5. Wednesday:10-5. Thursday: 10-6. Friday: 10-5. Saturday: 9-1. Sunday: Closed ADDRESS: 14990 Superior St, Drummond, WI 54832 PHONE: (715) 739-6290

Gift Wrapping Idea: Save paper bags from the grocery store to wrap your gifts. (or you can buy paper bag wrap in a roll) Take a doily (old or new) and wrap around half the package. Then finish with satin ribbon and a bow or costume jewelry glued to the ribbon.

10 5th ANNUAL BRAIN WELLNESS CHECK BAYFIELD COUNTY

December 14, 2017 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Iron River Community Center Iron River, WI

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CAR CARE WITH SPARKEY Brought to you by: Bills Garage

WHO’S IN CONTROL

Is your car smarter than you are? In some aspects yes it is. I’m afraid the engineers in Detroit don’t have a very high opinion of us as operators. So, the “computer”, or “control module” which is the proper terminology, is asked to do more and more to the chagrin of us old timers, but that’s progress. The control module is faster and more predictable at making decisions than we are. These control modules operate everything from power train, braking, steering and suspension systems, to climate control, lighting, entertainment and safety systems (automatic emergency braking , blind spot detection, adaptive cruise control, stability control, electronic steering and back up cameras.) If your car is less than a couple of years old, you probably have a key less smart fob that allows the vehicle to sense your approach, unlock the doors and wake up the “on board” electronics. The day is coming when you’ll be “just along for the ride.” You will still get a steering wheel, but it won’t be attached to anything. If the police pull you over, do they send the ticket to some engineer in Detroit? I don’t think so, probably to some mechanic that can’t figure out what the heck is going wrong. So if you want to lay rubber or fish tail on a slippery road better do it soon……. Please drive safely.

11 GORDON MacQUARRIE

Submitted by: Larry Bergman - BAHA (Barnes Area Historical Association)

The Barnes Area Historical Association Museum opened in the early summer, 2016. One of the larger sections on display is an exhibit of the life and times of Gordon MacQuarrie. For those who are unfamiliar with him, MacQuarrie was a newspaperman who started started at the Superior Telegram back in the 1920s— mainly writing about outdoor topics. He and his father built a vertical log cabin on the Middle Eau Claire that still remains today, and from where much of his legend grew. His father-in-law was Al Peck, a car dealer up in Superior, who was an avid hunter and fisherman, and taught his skills to Gordon. From the many hunting and fishing outings that he and Al experienced, came the stories and tales that shaped hundreds of newspaper columns and several books. He wrote true stories salted with a bit of humor, embellishment and self deprecation. Duck hunting was a particular favorite sport that he and Al enjoyed, and his description of their secret hunting spots were described in a kind of code and passed on only to some of their cronies. A lot of those spots like “The Cathedral”, “The Hole in The Wall”, and the “Thoroughfare” were right here in Barnes. MacQuarrie created a secret club called “The Old Duck Hunters Association, Inc.” (ODHA), with “Inc.” meaning “ Incorrigible”. Al Peck was the President and was humorously referred to as “Hizzoner” (his honorJ). Only Gordon and his father-in-law were members. MacQuarries’s books were filled with stories of their escapades. Gordon went on to the Milwaukee Journal where he became the first nationally known outdoor writer in the country, although his heart was still in Barnes and he spent as much time as possible here. The Museum display consists of much of his memorabilia and equipment, such as his duck boat and decoys, his typewriter with an actual unfinished manuscript, and many other items and pictures that portray his life. The display items were donated by Keith Crowley, who wrote Gordon’s Biography and has gathered quite a lot of memorabilia, and by Fred Barnes, who came by some items after Gordon’s death in 1956, when his widow asked Fred’s father to sell the cabin for her. She asked young Fred if he would like some of the hunting items because she had no use for them and that he could help himself. The duck boat, decoys and a shotgun were among those items. Some of the events and projects that we are working on at the Museum included an annual “Gordon MacQuarrie Pilgrimage & Tour”, which is a two day event that we are holding on August 24th and 25th in 2018. This event was started in September 2016 by Dave Thorson, and was well-attended by guests from near and far. Dan Small, from Outdoor Wisconsin on PBS, filmed interviews and made them part of two episodes. Unfortunately, Dave passed away last December, so we are continuing what he started and dedicating this event to him. The Museum also plans to host an annual Lecture by Keith Crowley. There was standing room only at the Museum at Crowley’s appearance last summer, and guests came from as far away as Missouri, Indiana, and Illinois. We also recently received permission from the Milwaukee Journal to access all the archived articles that MacQuarrie wrote for them which we intend to compile into one or two books for publication. Another MacQuarrie scholar, Dave Evenson, is the impetus behind that project. The MacQuarrie Legend has spread throughout the country, particularly among duck hunters, and we have had visitors from as far away as Texas and even from Canada. Because of this high interest, the Museum is working to bring our efforts to the attention of Ducks Unlimited, and Trout Unlimited, two large national Sportsman’s organizations. Also, in an effort to unite these followers together, this past summer we created an adjunct membership called “The Old Duck Hunters Association Circle”. This is intended to help support our efforts and communicate our activities to those members deeply interested in Gordon MacQuarrie. As of this writing, we already have 31 who have joined, two of which are Lifetime Members. We are also offering a line of apparel that has well -received: check out our website, bahamuseum.org , for more information on that. We would welcome your enrollment. The Gordon MacQuarrie display is a worthwhile part of the Museum to see we encourage everyone to attend upcoming events. “Barnes Notes and News” will have specific information about events as details are finalized. Also, if you are interested, read Gordon’s “Trilogy”. His three-book series is an interesting writing of the many tales of the Old Duck Hunters Association. His unique humor makes for a colorful narrative of his adventures. We are quite sure that reading some of MacQuarrie’s writings will whet your appetite for more. We look forward to these activities and much more at the Museum in 2018. We hope to see you there!

DRUMMOND HS BOYS BASKETBALL SCHEDULE - 2017-18

Nov. 13th – Practice Begins Dec. 4th @ Washburn 5:45 pm Jan. 26th V. Hurley 5:45 pm Dec. 5th @ Winter 5:45 pm Jan. 30th @ Ironwood 5:45 pm Dec. 7th V. Butternut 5:45 pm Feb. 2nd V. Mellen 5:45 pm Dec. 11th V. Siren 5:45 pm Feb. 6th @ Mercer(TH w/JV boys &Girls) 4:30 pm Dec. 14th @ Hurley 5:45 pm Feb. 9th V. Solon Springs 5:45 pm Dec. 21st @ Mellen 5:45 pm Feb. 13th @ South Shore 5:45 pm Dec. 22nd @ Gogebic College V. Ewen/Trout Creek 5:00 pm CST Feb. 16th @ Shell Lake (DH w/Girls) 5:45 pm Jan. 2nd @ Frederic (DH w/Girls) 5:45 pm Feb. 19th @ Northwood 5:45 pm Jan. 4th V. Mercer (TH w/JV boys &Girls) 4:30 pm th Jan. 8 @ Solon Springs 5:45 pm th nd rd th Regionals Feb. 27 , March 2 , 3 Jan. 11 V. South Shore 5:45 pm th th Jan. 16th V. Washburn 5:45 pm Sectionals March 8 , 10 th Jan. 19 @ Butternut 5:45 pm State March 15th, 16th, 17th @ Madison Jan. 23rd V. Bayfield 5:45 pm

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13 TOWN OF BARNES TRANSFER SITE & RECYCLING CENTER 2017 HOURS OF OPERATION EFFECTIVE: APRIL 1 THROUGH NOVEMBER 1 WINTER HOURS: Wednesday 8:00-2:00 and Sunday 8:00-2:00

Bagged garbage fees: LARGE BAGS: $ 3.00 / SMALL BAGS: $ 2.00 There are brush and leaf pits for these types of disposal. Brush pit now accepts stumps. NO HAZARDOUS DISPOSALS/ITEMS Call the site at 715-795-2244 before bringing in large items. SORRY—WE CANNOT ACCEPT TRASH OR RECYCLING FROM BUSINESSES DISPOSAL FEES - EMPTY REFRIGERATORS, FREEZERS,COMPRESSORS, DEHUMIDFIERS $ 20.00 · PROPANE TANKS; $10.00 · STUFFED CHAIRS; $10 OR $15 · COUCHES; $15 OR $20 · MATTRESS/BOX SPRING-QUEEN OR KING; $10.00 EACH CHRISTMAS TREE DISPOSAL: · MATTRESS/BOX SPRING-SINGLE OR DOUBLE; $5.00 EACH · HIDE-A-BED COUCH; $25.00 PLEASE USE BRUSH PIT · TIRES; $5.00 EACH · LARGE TIRES;TRUCK/TRACTOR-BASED ON SIZE DETERMINED BY ATTENDANT · TV’S/ COMPUTERS,LAPTOPS; $25.00 · MISC. FURNITURE; $5.00 · CARPETING, PADDING, RUGS, DEPENDING ON SIZE; $10.00 AND UP · FLOURESCENT BULBS 8 FOOT; $5.00 EACH · FLOURESCENT BULBS 4 FOOT; $2.00 EACH · FLOURESCENT BULBS LESS THAN 4 FOOT; $1.00 EACH · CFL BULBS( IN DESIGNATED BOX); $1.00 EACH · BATTERIES ; FREE · ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES; FREE · STOVES; FREE · WASHER/DRYERS; FREE

RECYCLE ITEMS: NON - RECYCLABLE ITEMS: All Rinsed Plastic Bottles (No Food Residue Allowed) Pizza Boxes (because of the grease) Paper Plates and Cups (with wax coating) Water bottles Mouthwash bottles Paper Towels Beverage bottles Egg Cartons (Styrofoam) Food jars Kleenex Food containers PVC Pipe Milk & water jugs Over sized plastic items Detergents Oil Containers Household cleaners Shampoo bottles Solo Cups Cooking oil Plastic Plates Salad dressing Flower pots or trays over 8” Yogurt containers Salt Tabs bags Margarine tubs Top soil bags Ketchup bottles Window glass Soap dispenser containers Plastic bags must be put inside one bag Rubber products Mirrors Misc Items Fabrics 8” max flower pots clean Wood Aluminum, steel, tin food/beverage containers Drinking glasses Clear, green, brown glass food/beverage bottles Styrofoam Newsprint, magazines, catalogs LED light bulbs Corrugated cardboard Large plastic toys Aseptic Packaging Cartons Aerosol spray cans Containers that stored pain and chemicals This list does not include all items but is a reference of what can and cannot be recycled NAMEKAGON TRANSIT BAYFIELD COUNTY ROUTE If you would like to have an application sent to you for a reduced fare or have any questions, please call Namakagon Transit toll free at (866) 295-9599 or 715-634-6633. Bayfield County and Namakagon Transit are providing a route to serve the southern part of Bayfield County. The EVERY TUESDAY route originates in the Barnes area then picks up riders in Drummond and Cable, continuing into the Hayward 9:50 Leaves the Barnes Community Center area. Passengers will then have the ability to transfer to a “circular route” in Hayward, where they can travel from 10:10 Leaves the Drummond Library and Senior Housing store to store or from one address to another, including 10:45 Leaves the Cable area/Rondeau Market the courthouse and various medical facilities. The cost for the service is $1.00 one way and $0.50 for seniors 11:00 Arrive in Hayward at the Hayward Area Memorial Hospital and persons with disabilities who have a Transit ID card. You must call by 1:00 p.m. the previous day to schedule 1:00 Begin return trip to Cable, Drummond and Barnes with stops as needed a ride. 14 R-C’s DeCoy

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MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR

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Oh Christmas Tree … Our First Barnes Christmas 1973

As I think back of Christmas’s past, one in particular comes to mind as my favorite. It was 1973 and our family’s first Christmas in Barnes. After moving to the area in June, with a six-month stay in Hayward while my father and brother Ken built our house on Birch Lake, we were set to move in just in time for Christmas. One afternoon in mid-December the four of us, Mom, Dad, Ken and me, along with our collie “Flash," set out to harvest our first Wisconsin Christmas tree. Traveling along in a pickup truck, we set out on a beautiful December afternoon to parts unknown, looking for the “perfect” specimen. As we headed deeper and deeper into the forest, the snow started coming down in huge picture-perfect flakes. I don’t recall singing Christmas Carols, but they were definitely singing in my head. Even as a 14-year-old kid, I felt like I was in a Grandma Moses painting. It couldn’t have been more picturesque if we had planned it. We were all very excited to be spending our first Christmas “Up North” and in our new house. The fresh cut tree just made everything complete.

After quite some time trying to find a “perfect” tree in a forest of “not perfect” trees, we finally found one that we all thought was good. Luckily, and not like on “Christmas Vacation,” my dad had a saw and ax. Ken and Dad went about cutting it down, while my mom and I were soon realizing the imminent problem. Four adults in the front of a single cab pickup truck were tight enough.... now we had to add a 40+ pound collie that had ridden out there in the bed of the pickup. Oh the laughs we had heading back in the deepening snow. In our focus of looking for a perfect tree, we didn’t realize how far back into the deep woods we had driven. My father had a built in compass, so he knew exactly how to get out, but still, I worried.

We moved into the house on Birch Lake on December 24th, 1973. By evening that day, the tree was up and decorated, cookies were in the oven, a fire in the fireplace for the first time, and we were all settled in for our first long winter’s nap! Cindy (Bott) Boles

THESE ARE A FEW OF MY FAVORITE THINGS

RUDOLPH THE RED NOSED REINDEER

Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Had a very shiny nose And if you ever saw is You would even say it glows All of the other reindeer Used to laugh and call him names They never let poor Rudolph GOD BLESS US, Join in any reindeer games EVERYONE Then one foggy Christmas Eve , Santa came to say My very first Rudolph with your nose so bright “ The Night Before Won’t you guide my sleigh tonight Christmas” Then how the reindeer loved him Julie As they shouted out with glee Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer You’ll go down in History. Every time a bell rings, an Angel gets his wings

WHITE CHRISTMAS

I’m dreaming of a white Christmas, ‘TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS just like the ones I used to know. Where the tree tops glisten, and ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all thru the house children listen to hear sleigh bells in Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse the snow The stockings were hung by the chimney with care I’m dreaming of a white Christmas, In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there. with every Christmas card I write. May The children were nestled all snug in their beds your days be merry and bright, and While visions of sugar plums danc’d in their heads may all your Christmases be white. And Mama in her ‘kerchief, and I in my cap Had just settled our brains for a long winter’s nap. When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter Written by Irving Berlin in 1942 I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter Away to the window I flew like a flash Tore open the shutters, and threw up the sash. The moon on the breast of the new fallen snow Gave the luster of mid-day to objects below When, what to my wondering eyes should appear But a miniature sleigh, and eight tiny rein-deer With a little old driver, so lively and quick I knew in a moment it must be St. Nick Away In a More rapid than eagles his coursers they came, Manger And he whistled, and shouted, and call’d them by name No Crib for “Now! Dasher, now! Dancer, now! Prancer, and Vixen, a Bed “On! Comet, on! Cupid, on! Donder and Blitzen SLEIGH BELLS RING, ARE YOU LISTENING? “To the top of the porch! to the top of the wall IN THE LANE, SNOW IS GLISTENING. The little Lord “Now dash away! dash away! dash away all!” A BEAUTIFUL SIGHT, WE’RE HAPPY TONIGHT, Jesus lay down WALKIN’ IN A WINTER WONDERLAND. As dry leaves before the wild hurricane fly his sweet head When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky So up to the house-top the coursers they flew O’ Holy Night With the sleigh full of Toys - and St. Nicholas too.

And then in a twinkling, I heard on the roof O’ Holy night the stars are brightly shining The prancing and pawing of each little hoof It is the night of our dear Savior's birth As I drew in my head, and was turning around, Long lay the world in sin and error pining

Down the chimney St. Nicholas came with a bound: Till He appeared and the soul felt its worth He was dress’d all in fur, from his head to his foot, A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices For yonder breaks, a new glorious morn And his clothes were all tarnish’d with ashes and soot; A bundle of toys was flung on his back, Fall on your knees Mr. And he look’d like a peddler just opening his pack: O hear the angels' voices Kringle His eyes - how they twinkled! his dimples how merry, O night divine really is His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry; O night when Christ was born His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow, O night divine o night Santa And the beard of his chin was as white as the snow; O night divine Claus The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth, And the smoke it encircled his head like a wreath. He had a broad face, and a little round belly That shook when he laugh’d, like a bowl full of jelly: He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf, And I laugh’d when I saw him in spite of myself; A wink of his eye and a twist of his head Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread. He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work, And fill’d all the stockings; then turn’d with a jerk, And laying his finger aside of his nose And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose. He sprung to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle, And away they all flew, like the down of a thistle: But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of sight- Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night.

17 THIS MONTH IN HISTORY—DECEMBER First, as it should be: December 25th - Christmas Day, commemorating the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. Although the exact date of his birth is not known, it has been celebrated on December 25th by the Western (Roman Catholic) Church since 336 A.D. December 1, 1990 - England was connected to mainland Europe for the first time since the Ice Age as engineers digging a railway tunnel under the English Channel broke through the last rock layer. December 2, 1942 - Physicists led by Enrico Fermi carried out the world's first successful nuclear chain reaction at the University of Chicago. December 2, 1982 - The first permanent artificial heart was implanted in 61-year-old Barney C. Clark by Dr. William De Vries at the University of Utah Medical Center in Salt Lake City. Clark, who was near death at the time of the operation, survived 112 days after the implantation. December 5, 1791 - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart died a pauper at age 35 in Vienna, Austria. He had become seriously ill and rapidly declined, leading to speculation that he had been poisoned, although this was later proven false. During his brief life, he created over 600 musical compositions and is widely considered one of the finest composers who ever lived. December 6, 1877 - At his laboratory in West Orange, New Jersey, Thomas Edison spoke the children's verse "Mary had a Little Lamb..." while demonstrating his newly invented phonograph which utilized a revolving cylinder wrapped in tinfoil to record sounds. December 14, 1799 - George Washington died at Mount Vernon. Birthday - World War II General James Doolittle (1896-1993) was born in Alameda, California. On April 18, 1942, he led a squad- ron of B-25 bombers launched from the aircraft carrier Hornet to conduct the first American air raid of the war against mainland Japan. He also headed the Eighth Air Force during the Normandy invasion and was awarded the Medal of Honor. December 16, 1944 - American big-band leader Glenn Miller disappeared in a small plane over the English Channel and was presumably killed. Best remembered for Moonlight Serenade and In the Mood. Birthday - Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) was born in Bonn, Germany. He created powerful, emotional music and is widely consider the greatest orchestral composer who ever lived. He suffered from hearing loss before he was 30 and by the time of his last (Ninth) symphony, he was completely deaf. In 1824, he conducted the Ninth Symphony at its world premier in Vienna although he was unable to hear either the orchestra or the applause. In all, he composed nine symphonies, 32 piano sonatas, five piano concerti, 17 string quartets, ten sonatas for violin and piano, the opera Fidelio, the Mass in C Major, Missa Solemnis, and other chamber music. December 17, 1903 - After three years of experimentation, Orville and Wilbur Wright achieved the first powered, controlled airplane flights. They made four flights near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, the longest lasting about a minute. December 19, 1732 - Benjamin Franklin first published Poor Richard's Almanac containing weather predictions, humor, proverbs and epigrams, eventually selling nearly 10,000 copies per year. December 21st - Winter begins in the Northern Hemisphere. In the Southern Hemisphere today is the beginning of summer. December 21, 1945 - World War II General George Patton died in Germany following a car accident. He had been injured on December 9th near Mannheim and was taken to a hospital in Heidelberg where he died. He was buried in Luxembourg. Nicknamed "Old Blood and Guts," he once stated during the war, "We shall attack and attack until we are exhausted, and then we shall attack again." December 23, 1947 - The transistor was invented at Bell Laboratories by John Bardeen, Walter Brattain and William Shockley, who shared the Nobel Prize for their invention which sparked a worldwide revolution in electronics Birthday - Isaac Newton (1642-1727) was born in Woolsthorpe, Lincolnshire, England. He was a mathematician, scientist and author, best known for his work Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica on the theory of gravitation. He died in London and was the first scientist to be honored with burial in Westminster Abbey. Birthday - Film actor Humphrey Bogart (1899-1957) was born in New York City. Best known for The African Queen, The Maltese Falcon, Casablanca and To Have and Have Not. Birthday - French chemist-bacteriologist Louis Pasteur (1822-1895) was born in Dole, France. He developed the pasteurization process to kill harmful bacteria with heat and found ways of preventing silkworm disease, anthrax, chicken cholera, and rabies. December 30, 1803 - The Stars and Stripes flag was raised over New Orleans as the United States took formal possession of the territory of Louisiana, an area of 885,000 square miles, nearly doubling the size of the U.S. The territory had been purchased from France for approximately $15 million. December 31, 1879 - Thomas Edison provided the first public demonstration of his electric incandescent lamp at his laboratory in Menlo Park, New Jersey.

PLACES TO WATCH THE GAME INCLUDE: Barnes Trading Post R.C.’s Decoy

P.J.’s Cabin Store Doorn’s Inn The Windsor

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THEY NEVER LET POOR RUDOLPH, JOIN IN ANY REINDEER GAMES

IT’S FOOTBALL TIME AGAIN !! GREEN BAY PACKERS - 2017 SCHEDULE

Week 1 Sept 10 WIN 17 - 9 Seattle Week 9 Nov 6 LOSS 17 - 30 Lions Week 2 Sept 17 LOSS 23 - 34 Falcons Week 10 Nov 12 WIN 23 - 16 Bears Week 3 Sept 24 OT WIN 27 - 24 Bengals Week 11 Nov 19 LOSS 0 - 23 Ravens Week 4 Sept 28 WIN 35 - 14 Bears Week 12 Nov 26 LOSS 28 - 31 Steelers Week 5 Oct 8 WIN 35 - 31 Cowboys Week 13 Dec 3 7:30 p.m. NBC at Buccaneers Week 6 Oct 15 LOSS 10 - 23 Vikings Week 14 Dec 10 12:00 p.m. FOX Browns Week 7 Oct 22 LOSS 17 - 26 Saints Week 15 Dec 17 12:00 p.m. FOX at Panthers Week 8 BYE ------Week 16 Dec 23 12:00 p.m. FOX at Vikings

BARNES - GORDON GARDEN CLUB - Submitted By: Bonnie Dealing

There was no meeting in November as it was decided that the date was too close to Thanksgiving. Instead the club will meet at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, December 7, at the president’s home to make evergreen swags for the Christmas boxes. This will be followed by a light lunch with a meeting to follow.

FROM THE KITCHEN OF: JOYCE FRIERMOOD

PEANUT BUTTER BALLS HAVE BEEN PART OF OUR TRADITIONS FOR MANY MANY YEARS. OUR BROTHER-IN-LAW STEVE, (DEBBIE’S HUSBAND), WOULD LOOK FOR THESE AND NOTHING ELSE. MOM ALWAYS OBLIGED. ONE YEAR, DEBBIE HID THE CONTAINER OF PB BALLS ON STEVE. WHAT A DAY THAT WAS!

DECEMBER CROSSWORD ANSWERS

Maki’s Place ANCHOR YOUR BOATS HERE Featuring a New Menu CLOSING FOR THE SEASON DEC 3RD—APRIL 2018 J&M Storage

Home Cooking, Homemade Pies & Jeff Johnson Bakery - Breakfast all day Normal Business Hours 53060 Hwy 27 Barnes, WI 54873 Mon, Wed-Sun: 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Phone: 612-803-0775

Stan & Phyllis (715) 795-3144 Storage for: Personal Items, Boats, Pontoons, ATV’s, Also selling Bob & Steve’s Firewood

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BAHA RECIPIES WANTED UNIVERSAL SEVICES Recipes wanted: If you've got recipes which RICK MUNDLE are special to your family or you got from a 1090 ELLISON LAKE RD BARNES, WI 54873 family in Barnes, BAHA wants to include them (715) 685-4475 in a cookbook. Please include any anecdotes (715) 795-2856 or stories about when that food was eaten, the AUTO REPAIR, WELDING, TREE REMOVAL person who usually cooked it, or anything else LAWN AND CABIN MAINTENANCE, SNOW PLOWING interesting about the recipe. ROOF SHOVELING, SNOW REMOVAL AND MORE

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COOKING HINTS: From the 1972 Barnes Homemakers Cookbook • A sliced onion placed in a basin of cold water will absorb the smell of a new paint in a room. • After spinach has been cooked, lift if from the kettle with a fork and the sand will stay at the bottom.

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The Spice Corner: CINNAMON-APPLE PORK CHOPS: From: Taste of Home—Diabetes Issue ROASTING CHESTNUTS Ingredients: There’s very little that warms the heart as Much as the thought of the old days when 2 Tbsp reduced fat butter, divided chestnuts were roasting and the smell of 4 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each) turkey and pies baking filled the house for 3 Tbsp brown sugar a whole day. Here are some tips and tricks for roasting 1 tsp ground cinnamon chestnuts whether to add to the dressing or just to snack 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg on. 1/4 tsp salt Chestnuts are often thought of during Christmas time as a 4 medium tart apples, thinly sliced treat. A popular Christmas song refers to them being 2 Tbsp chopped pecans roasted over an open fire. They are not usually a common ingredient the rest of the year. However, there are ways to Directions: enjoy chestnuts at any time provided they are chosen, 1. In a large skillet, heat 1 Tbsp butter over medium heat. stored and prepared correctly. Although referred to as a nut Add pork cops; cook 4-5 minutes on each side3 or until a because of the hard shell, they have more of a soft, grainy thermometer reads 145 degrees. Meahwhile, in a small texture inside as opposed to being hard and crunchy like bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. nuts. Ingredients: 2. Remove chops; keep warm. Add apples, pecans, brown sugar mixture and remaining butter to pan; cook and stir 1 1/2 to 2 pounds whole chestnuts in shell until apples are tender. 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1/4 cup water Serve with Chops Special Equipment A chestnut knife (optional); a large heavy skillet (preferably MULLING SPICE BAGS: cast-iron) with a lid From: Christmas from the Heart Directions: Ingredients: Make a large X in each chestnut with chestnut knife or a 4 cinnamon sticks sharp paring knife, cutting through shell. Toss chestnuts 8 whole allspice with oil in a bowl. 8 whole cloves Heat dry skillet over moderately low heat until hot, then 4 Tbsp dried orange peel roast chestnuts in skillet on stovetop, covered, stirring Cheesecloth and butcher’s twine every few minutes, for 15 minutes total. Directions: Add water and continue to roast, covered, stirring occasion- Cut a double thickness of cheesecloth into 4”x 6” squares. Onto each ally, until water is evaporated and chestnuts are tender, square, place one cinnamon stick, 2 cloves, 2 allspice and one tbsp. about 5 minutes more. Serve hot. orange peel; bundle up and tie with twine. To serve, place a spice bag in one gallon of cider. Simmer 30 minutes.

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Please have your ads, articles or stories to [email protected] by the 20th of each month to ensure placement in the next month’s issue. We will try to accommodate items received after the 20th. (please note that we do have certain items that cannot be received until just before issuance and spots are reserved for these monthly entries.) Email any items you may have to Julie (Friermood) Sarkauskas (Editor) at: [email protected] or call Julie at: 715-795-2775

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EGGNOG COOKIES TURKEY VEGETABLE POT PIE Submitted by: From the Kitchen of: Kathy Teasdale Ingredients: Ingredients: 2 cups flour 1 pkg (16 ounces) frozen vegetables- 2 tbls ground nutmeg or less to taste (see note) California Blend 1/4 tsp salt 2 tbsp butter or margarine 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, room temperature ½ cup chopped onion 3/4 cup sugar ½ cup sliced celery 2 tsp vanilla extract ½ tsp dried thyme leaves, crushed 2 tsp rum extract 1 Can condensed Cream of Chicken soup 1 egg 1 can Condensed Cream of Broccoli OR Cream of Rum Icing (See recipe below) Mushroom Soup 1 cup milk Directions: 3 cups diced cooked chicken or turkey Mix flour, nutmeg and salt in a bowl; set aside. Cream ¼ tsp pepper butter and sugar in another bowl; beat until fluffy. Stir in 1-8 ounce refrigerated crescent rolls extracts. Stir in egg. Cover and chill dough. Directions: Shape into balls and place on ungreased baking sheets 1) Preheat oven to 375* cook vegetable according to lined with parchment paper. Bake at 350 degrees 12 to 15 directions, drain. minutes. 2) In a 2 quart saucepan melt the butter and cook the onion, celery and thyme until onion is tender, stirring Remove from sheets and cool on rack. Frost with rum occasionally icing and for Christmas, sprinkle with colored sugar. 3) Add soup and milk stir until smooth.

Makes 8 dozen 4) In 12x8 baking dish combine turkey, cooked vegetables and pepper add soup mixture stirring gently to RUM ICING: mix. 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, room temperature 5) Unroll crescent rolls without separating pieces. Firmly 1 tsp rum extract press perforations to seal. Cut dough lengthwise into 8 1/2 tsp vanilla extract strips about ¾” wide. Arrange dough strips over turkey 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar mixture to form a lattice. 2 to 3 tbls milk 6) Bake 30 minutes or until golden brown. Cover edges with foil after 20 minutes of baking if pastry With electric mixer, blend all ingredients together in a browns too quickly. Let stand 5 minutes bowl until smooth. before serving. Enjoy! Frost cookies and enjoy Note: Cookies were tested using about 4 teaspoons and they were plenty spicy. Use according to your taste. GUM DROP COOKIES From: Ingredients:

We’d love to share your favorite 1/2 cup butter recipes , cooking or baking stories, 1 cup brown sugar, packed or any tips you may have. 1 egg 1/4 cup water 1 3/4 cups sifted flour Please submit to Julie Sarkauskas at: 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt [email protected] 1 1/2 cups cut gum drops or call 715-795-2775 Directions: • Cream butter; add sugar gradually. Blend in egg, water and Toasting Nuts or Coconut: sifted dry ingredients. Stir in gum drops. Chill several hours Spread nuts or coconut in a single layer on a shallow baking • Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough onto greased cookie pan. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 5 to 10 minutes or until the sheets. pieces are golden brown. Check the pieces frequently to make sure they do not brown too quickly. If they start to burn, they will • Bake at 375 degrees for about 10 minutes. go quickly and generally cannot be salvaged. Stir once or twice. Makes about 6 dozen.

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