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Southeastern Wisconsin’s Best Places for Holiday Shopping
Yes, it’s about that time! Here is a list of events where you can buy local, handmade gifts for your loved ones. Is there anything better? The Crafty Fair – Sunday, November 13 The Crafty Fair, held at the Goodman Community Center in Madison will feature 35 artists creating all sorts of handmade goodness including: jewelry, […]
Day 10: We’re Taking This Thing Natural!
I thought it was time to give you an update on the #NoProOcto #Unprocessed food challenge. Quick answer: so far, so good! Long answer: This isn’t that hard! During the first week, I made a bunch of delicious dinners, including my favorite bibb lettuce salad with goat cheese toasts and a smattering of honey. Seriously, […]
Fall Fun – Events in Milwaukee I Can’t Go To, But Wish I Could
Fall is supposed to be the time when Milwaukee’s social calendar starts quieting down. Not this year! Either the city is finally getting hip or everyone knows I have put myself on self-imposed exile until November 19th to get ready for my in-person debut. I can’t attend these events, but that doesn’t mean you can’t. […]
Special Event – Women for MACC’s Couture for a Cure Luncheon October 12
I am very excited to contribute to the upcoming Couture for a Cure luncheon and auction for the Women for MACC (Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer) which will take place Wednesday, October 12 from 10:30 – 2.