Cranberry Country Crier

THE CRANBERRY COUNTRY CRIER
Printed by the Vilas County News-Review in conjunction with the Cranberry Fest Committee Volume XXVII Saturday & Sunday Oct. 1 & 2, 2011 Eagle River, Wis.
Inside:
Arts and Crafts Directory Fitness Weekend Registration Information Festival Grounds Map Entertainment The Cranberry Story Contest Information
and More!
Sponsored by: Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center (715) 479-6400 ~ 1-(800) 359-6315
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Cranberry Country Crier
October 2011
AUXILIARY FOOD/SNACK BOOTHS CRANBERRY FEST 2011

LOCATED ON MAIN CRANBERRY FEST GROUNDS
Join us in the Food Tent

October 1ST & 2ND FOOD TENT MENU
Please be ready with your order. Sandwiches Drinks
Foot-long hot dog Bratwurst Hamburger Shredded cranberry pork sandwich Cranberry meatball sandwich Cranberry bratwurst Cranberry chicken breast sandwich Chicken breast sandwich Soda Milk Hot spiced cranapple drink Hot chocolate Cold cranberry cocktail drink Bottled water Coffee (regular or decaf)
Food Space 1 Taco Joes Items sold: Tacos and other Mexican foods. 7 a.m. Serving breakfast burritos, hot chocolate and coffee Food Space 2 J.P.N.s Items sold: Bison burgers, sloppy joes, Italian and Polish sausages, pork chop sandwiches, soft pretzels, chips, caramel apples and slices, cotton candy, coffee, hot chocolate, slushies, apple cider, soda and water Food Spaces 3, 4 & 5 JJ Concessions Items sold: Oak-roasted Black Angus beef and turkey breast sandwiches, smoked sausage, stuffed baked potatoes, chips, soda and water Food Spaces 6, 7 & 8 All Star Catering Items sold: Cheese curds, fries, corn dogs, chicken tenders, gyros, chicken and steak fajitas and fresh-squeezed lemonade Food Space 9 As Mini Donuts Items sold: Mini donuts, strawberry shortcake, pickles, hot and cold drinks, freshsqueezed lemonade, fruit smoothies and water Food Space 10 Island Noodles Items sold: Island noodles, island noodles with glazed chicken, island passion drinks and water
Food Space 11 The Latte Express Items sold: Hot lattes, iced lattes, Americanos, hot chocolate and apple cider Food Space 12 JJs Kettle Korn Items sold: Kettle korn, soda and water Food Spaces 13 & 14 D&J Tasty Treats Items sold: Homemade ice cream (cones, dishes and floats) Booth No. X1 The Almond Tree Items sold: Almonds, pecans and cashews glazed in cinnamon, sugar and vanilla and roasted on location Booth No. Z16 Eagle River Area Fire Department Items sold: Fresh cranberry cream puffs
LOCATED IN RIVERVIEW PARK

Park Food Spaces 1 & 2 All Star Catering Items sold: Cheese curds, fries, corn dogs, chicken tenders, gyros, chicken and steak fajitas and fresh-squeezed lemonade Park Food Spaces 3 & 4 Barbecue Co. Items sold: Pizza, cheese steak sandwiches, barbecue nachos, beef sticks and jerky, cheese bread, brat burgers, chicken quesadillas and barbecue fries
ALSO Chicken Wild Rice Soup Chili Baked Beans Potato Chips
Now Serving Breakfast!

Pancake Breakfast, 7 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Regular or Cranberry Pancakes, Pork Sausage and a Drink The following organizations sponsor the Cranberry Fest Food Tent Eagle River Area Jaycees Eagle River Rotary Club Eagle River Tennis Club
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Welcome to Eagle Rivers 32nd annual Cranberry Fest!

The 32nd annual Cranberry Fest, an Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center-sponsored event, will be held Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 1-2, at the Vilas County Fairgrounds on Highway 70 West. Cranberry Fest has something for everyone an arts and crafts show with more than 300 displayers, cranberry food sales, a bakery, family fun, entertainment, sweatshirt and T-shirt sales and fitness events. With more than 40,000 people attending the festival annually, it is one of the highlights of the fall. Downtown activities include an open-air antique market, a chainsaw carving demonstration, a raffle, food and entertainment. Theres also a cranberry marsh exhibit at the childrens museum. The Cranberry Fest Market Place will be held at the Derby Track. While youre at the fairgrounds, check out the food tent. Youll find soups, charbroiled sandwiches and fresh cranberry baked goods, not to mention the Worlds Largest Cranberry Cheesecake. How about fresh cranberries? More than 10,000 pounds of local premium-select fresh cranberries will be sold during this annual event. Cranberry Fest is made possible by the many volunteers who help organize, set up, clean up and everything in between for this festival. The chamber would like to thank everyone for all of their time and efforts, and would like to welcome one and all to experience the excitement of this years Cranberry Fest and the beautiful scenery and shops of Eagle River. Cranberry Fest is traditionally held on the first full weekend in October. Mark your calendar for the Oct. 6 and 7, 2012, festival.
Bring your appetite to the 32nd annual Cranberry Fest, as there will be a variety of food available.
Volunteers will sell thousands of pounds of fresh cranberries at this years festival.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday ~ September 30, October 1 & 2, 2011
CRANBERRY FEST MAIN EVENTS

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
* Cranberry Marsh & Winery Tours, Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, 10 a.m. to Noon * Early Bird Fitness Registration, Fairgrounds, 5-7 p.m. * Bake Sale, Cranberry Fest Headquarters Tent, Next to Fresh Cranberries at Fairgrounds, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. * Library Used Book Sale and Cranberry Video Showing, 203 N. Main St., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. * Open Air Antique Market, Downtown Eagle River, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. * Lake Country Weavers & Fiber Arts Guild Exhibit, First Congregational United Church of Christ, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2
* Bake Sale, Cranberry Fest Headquarters Tent, Next to Fresh Cranberries at Fairgrounds * Fresh, Premium Cranberry and Craisin Sales Fairgrounds, Corner of Highway 70 and Railroad Street, Downtown Eagle River and Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center * Pancake Breakfast, Fairgrounds, 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. * Cranberry Fest Market Place, Eagle River Derby Track, Hwy. 45 N., 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. * Arts & Crafts, Fairgrounds, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. * Cranberry Marsh & Winery Tours, Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1
* Make-A-Wish, Worlds Largest Cranberry Cheesecake, Fairgrounds
* Fresh, Premium Cranberry and Craisin Sales Fairgrounds, Corner of Highway 70 and Railroad Street, Downtown Eagle River and Eagle River Area Chamber * Cranberry Fitness Walk, Fairgrounds, 10 a.m. of Commerce & Visitors Center * Family Entertainment by EnRoute Music, Fairgrounds, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. * Pancake Breakfast, Fairgrounds, 7 a.m. to 10 a.m.
* Cranberry Fest Market Place, Eagle River Derby Track, * Cranberry Fest Luncheon, First Congregational United Hwy. 45 N., 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Church of Christ, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. * Family Entertainment by EnRoute Music, Fairgrounds, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. * Cranberry Fitness Run, Fairgrounds, 8:30 a.m. * Nordmarka Spaghetti Dinner, Eagle River Inn, 4:30-8:30 p.m. * Cranberry Fitness Bike Tour, Fairgrounds, 10:30 a.m. * Cranberry Marsh & Winery Tours, Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. * Arts & Crafts Auction, 11:30 a.m., Make-A-Wish * First National Banks Kickoff to Cranberry Fest, * Arts & Crafts Fair, Fairgrounds, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Foundation Tent Boondockers Lounge at Wild Eagle Lodge, 8-11:30 p.m.
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Bill Stevens returns to Cranberry Fest tent

Veteran performer Bill Stevens once again will be at Cranberry Fest this year. Stevens brings a diverse collection of songs and stories which make his shows a favorite of both young and old. As a full-time entertainer known for his laid-back, friendly, easy-on-theears approach to music, he performs hundreds of shows each year. In a recent interview Stevens stated, Sometimes I think folks get tired of guitar players (singers) who play with only one sound. I often like to switch to the delightfully obnoxious banjo or the trumpet to totally change the style and mood. Although Stevens spent some years cohosting a popular cable TV program and has performed at many prestigious events and stages, he does not list any of those as one of his most memorable shows. When he recalls his most memorable performance, Stevens said, I think the most fun Ive had performing was in someones kitchen or back porch. There the spirit of a song or story flows freely between the artist and the audience. Thats what makes Cranberry Fest so special. The vendors tent where I perform is like an overgrown kitchen, he said. People there are so friendly and open and quick to share their
Welcome to
Cranberry Fest!
From Your Official Cranberry Fest Radio Stations...
Bill Stevens will entertain Cranberry Fest visitors in the bakery tent. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTO
thoughts, requests and conversations. The vendors and staff who work in that tent are also a joy. They take the time to request their favorite songs that Ive played there over the years. Their smiles and nods are golden to me. Stevens has been a member of EnRoute Music for 18 years, a partnership based in Janesville. EnRoute is internationally known for inventing, producing and using the PorchBoard Bass and PorchBoard
Slap Bass. Stevens PorchBoard is a mainstay of his shows, lending an infectious heartbeat rhythm to his songs. At Cranberry Fest this year, Stevens will be joined by fellow musician Bonnie Francis from the show group Bonnie Francis and Co. Her alto saxophone creates a blend with Stevens style and song selection. Stop in, get something really great to eat, relax and share some music and fun together with us.
Derby Track to host Cranberry Fest annex

Eagle Rivers Cranberry Fest has in recent years outgrown its space at the Vilas County Fairgrounds. The well-known Derby Track has become an extension of Cranberry Fest, taking care of the overflow of vendors. As part of the Derby site, a flea market will be combined with retail sell/buy and crafts displayers for a broad range of items. This years event will take place Saturday, Oct. 1, and Sunday, Oct. 2. The 9,000-square-foot indoor Expo Hall provides an excellent setting for vendors and crafters if the weather turns inclement. The indoor rest rooms are an added bonus. The Derby Track provides free parking and a shuttle service is available both days between the Cranberry Fest at the fairgrounds and the Derby Track Cranberry Fest Annex. The Derby Track is located one-half mile north of Eagle River on Highway 45 North. For more information, call (715) 479-4424.
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Fitness events to benefit cardiac rehab

Walk, run, bike tour planned Cranberry Fest weekend
The first weekend in October has reigned for more than 30 years as Cranberry Fest Weekend in Eagle River. This fall, people can help celebrate the 32nd anniversary of this festival and participate in the Cranberry Fest and Fitness Weekend, as visitors run, walk and bike to fight this countrys greatest killers heart disease and stroke. All proceeds this year will be used to support the efforts of the Ministry Eagle River Memorial Hospital Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 1 and 2, are the dates for the 2011 fitness events at the Vilas County Fairgrounds, located on Highway 70 West in Eagle River. Monies generated from the fitness events will be used to support the programs, services and equipment for the Ministry Eagle River Memorial Hospital (MERMH) cardiac rehabilitation program, according to hospital Director of Operations Laura Magstadt. This is an incredible event and a great opportunity for the community to donate locally to our rehab department, said Magstadt. The donations are greatly appreciated and will certainly go toward quality patient care at our facility. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 400,000 to 460,000 people before reaching a hospital. Healthy lifestyle changes can help prevent those deaths. In Vilas County, the Public Health Officesponsored Community Health Improvement Plan has identified that physical inactivity is one of the countys greatest health risks. We are working on ways to increase public awareness of physical activity resources throughout our county, including events such as the Cranberry Fitness weekend, said Christine Caz of MERMH. Some of the benefits of physical activity are improved blood circulation throughout the body, weight control, prevention and management of high blood pressure, prevention of bone loss, boosted energy level and stress management. Swimming, cycling, jogging, skiing, aerobic dancing, walking or any of dozens of other activities can help your heart. They all cause you to feel warm, perspire and breathe heavily without being out of breath and without feeling any burning sensation in your muscles. Whether it is a structured exercise program or just part of your daily routine, all exercise adds up to a healthier heart, said Caz. Three Cranberry Fest Fitness events are planned a run, walk and bike tour this weekend. Fitness run The Fun Run, organized by MERMH Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, will be held Saturday, Oct. 1, starting at 8:30 a.m. Registration will be held from 7:45 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. The run is a flat and fast 5-kilometer course on paved roads, with a food station at the finish. There will be plenty of time to rest between this event and the walk, if you would like to participate in both. Fitness walk The walk, organized by the Eagle River Jaycees, will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, with registration from 8 to 9:45 a.m. Participants can choose from disTo FITNESS, Pg. 6
The Cranberry Fest festivities will include three fitness events to benefit the Ministry Eagle River Memorial Hospital cardiac rehabilitation program. The fitness events will include a walk, run and bike tour, all using the scenic backroads of the Eagle River area. All events start at the Vilas County Fairgrounds. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTOS
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Fitness: participants get T-shirt

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tances of 2-, 4- and 8mile walks. We have found that the walk has become a tradition for many families and friends, said Caz, fitness event coordinator. A pontoon water crossing is included in the walking course, as well as a food station. This is a noncompetitive walking event. People participate by walking individually or by forming teams of employees, family members, friends and others. Fitness bike tour The bike tour will be held Sunday, Oct. 2, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Registration will be held from 9 to 10:15 a.m. The bike tour is organized by the Vilas County Silent Sports Association. They will provide food stations, support vehicles and maps for all entrants. Cyclists may select routes of 8, 13 or 25 miles. Registration Registration forms can be obtained prior to the fitness weekend at the Eagle River Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center or by calling Caz at (715) 4790230. Forms will be available at the registration table located at the fairgrounds in the commercial exhibits building during registration hours that weekend. Registration is $20 for one event, $25 for two events and $30 for all three events. Registration is free for all participants who provide pledges of at least $75 for one event, $100 for two events and $150 for three events. Each participant will receive a Cranberry Fest Fitness Weekend T-shirt at the time of registration, along with maps and information about MERMH. Event organizers assure that any preregistered participants will receive the size T-shirt requested. Each year the fitness shirts, which are always collectible, change in color and type. I think everyone is going to love the shirt this year, said Caz. There will be an early-bird registration available at the Vilas County Fairgrounds Friday evening, Sept. 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. for all fitness events. We are very excited to be able to help support Ministry Eagle River Memorial Hospitals cardiac rehabilitation program, said Caz. Working with event coordinators and hospital staff, our support of the local cardiac rehabilitation program will have a positive and lasting effect on our patients and community.
A Cranberry Fest fitness walk participant warmed up prior to the 2010 event at the Vilas County Fairgrounds in Eagle River. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTO
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Predicting 4.3 million barrels
Growers expect cranberry harvest will lead nation for 17th straight year
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BY GARY RIDDERBUSCH
NEWS-REVIEW EDITOR
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Wisconsin cranberry growers are projecting the state will be the countrys top cranberryproducing state for the 17th consecutive year. The projected 2011 harvest of 4.3 million barrels is slightly less than the record-breaking crop of 2008, which was 4.47 million barrels. The U.S. Department of Agriculture predicts Wisconsins crop will be 8.5% higher than last years harvest of 3.93 million barrels. A barrel is equivalent to 100 pounds of berries. Tom Lochner, executive director of the Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers Association (WSCGA), said the crop projection is based on a warm and wet growing season. Wisconsin continues to lead the nation in cranberry production and this year growers expect another strong harvest, said Lochner. We had a warm growing season with adequate rain and then a dry period when pollination was taking place, so that contributed to an especially bountiful crop, he said. Were now hoping for cooling temperatures heading into fall to help the berries ripen and turn red for harvest. Federal authorities also project a cranberry harvest of 2.1 million barrels in Massachusetts, 530,000 barrels in New Jersey and 385,000 barrels in Oregon, which means Wisconsin will be the top cranberry-producing state for the 17th consecutive year. According to Lochner, the good crop is also due to growers continued investment in their marshes, including adding new
The cranberry industry has an annual economic impact of $300 million in Wisconsin, supporting about 3,400 growers and marsh work-
ers. This worker drives a harvest machine, used to knock the cranberries off the vines in early October. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTO
acreage and implementing more efficient growing practices such as renovating existing marshes, planting higher-yielding, new varieties of cranberries and more. The industry as a whole is very focused on good growing practices that are sustainable along with stepping up marketing efforts to grow demand for cranberries, said Lochner. Economic impact The harvest of cranberries, the states No. 1 fruit, has a big economic impact in Wisconsin. According to a Univer-
sity of Wisconsin report released in 2010, Wisconsins cranberry industry has an annual economic impact of $300 million and supports 3,400 jobs from its 21,000 acres of cranberries grown in 20 counties in central and northern Wisconsin. Lochner said other factors contributing to the increased demand for cranberries include research that demonstrates the cranberrys health benefits and disease-fighting abilities, along with creativity by manufacturers who introduced cranberries and sweetened dried cranber-
ries into a variety of products. Cranberry growers here will start their harvest in late September or early October. Cranberries have been harvested in Wisconsin since the 1830s, even before Wisconsin was a state. Eagle Rivers Cranberry Fest celebrates the history and economic significance of these rubies of the bog. Growers in Vilas and Oneida counties are part of a 20-county area of the state where a rare combination exists of abundant water, favorable climate, peat soils and un-
derlying geologic condiSome of the most poptions that retain water. ular food products that are manufactured and Exports vital sold in foreign countries Lochner said there are include cereals, snack more than 1,000 cranber- bars, trail mixes, sweets, ry products on the mar- juices, nutritional supket today, so people can plements and dried fruit. find just about any type The cranberry is a fatof cranberry food theyre free, low-calorie food that looking for on grocery is high in fiber and anstore shelves. tioxidants, which are atCranberries are also tributes foreign conone of the healthiest sumers seek. fruits on the market Lochner said new today. Research has products, such as Ocean shown that the little tart Sprays white cranberry berries can help keep juice and sauces, musyour heart healthy, pre- tards and dried cranbervent the signs of aging ries, are opening up new and even help prevent To HARVEST, Pg. 8 cancer, he said.
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Harvest: marsh is busy in fall

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markets. But 80% of the berries go into the production of cranberry juice, which is our mainstay, he said. Preliminary research has proven some of the health benefits of cranberry juice, such as prevention of urinary tract infections and stomach problems caused by foodborne bacteria. Huge production totals and moderate prices follow a decade of cranberry marsh expansion in Wisconsin, which increased the volume of cranberry bed acreage from about 10,000 to 21,000 acres. Besides the heavy influx of workers needed for seasonal harvest activities, cranberry marshes provide income and investment capital for owners and their families. They also provide year-round jobs for marsh managers, maintenance workers and the hundreds of people who work in the states canning factories. The majority of Wisconsin cranberries are grown in the Wisconsin Rapids area, but they are also grown in Manitowish Waters, Hayward and Eagle River. Five cranberry marshes surround the town of Three Lakes in Oneida County. In addition to the beds where cranberries are grown, owners control another 160,000 to 170,000 acres of land to support the beds. Cranberry Fest, a nationally publicized celebration of the fall harvest season, includes an opportunity for participants to tour the Tamarack Flowage Marsh on Highway A west of Three Lakes. Planted by hand The planting is done by spreading cranberry clippings over a flat, smooth bed. A bed is approximately 2.5 acres. The vines are then pushed into the sand/peat, preferably by hand, so part of the plant is in the ground. From that point, the cranberry will take root and begin a new plant. It takes approximately five years for the cranberry plants roots and vines to be strong enough to hold through harvest. The vine continues to grow, extending from the top of the plant, and will continue to produce as long as it is cared for. When nighttime bog temperatures reach 38 degrees in the fall, an enormous sprinkler system is turned on to prevent the blossoms or berries from freezing. Frost watch is done as soon as the plants begin to grow (that is, turn green from their winter red color) in the spring until the sprinklers are turned off just before the crop is harvested in the fall. Lochner said because of good rainfall this year, growers havent needed to irrigate as much on the marshes, either for crop needs or frost. Harvest begins in early October and continues into late October or early November. To harvest the cranberries, the bed must be flooded. Using ditches, they are able to use gravity to fill the beds with water. The cranberry has four air pockets in it which makes it float, forcing the vine to stand straight up when the bed is flooded. When the water is high enough, the harvest machine goes in. It is relatively small, so it does not hurt the vines. This knocks the ripe berries off the vine. The water is then raised even higher so that all the vines are under water and the berries float atop. Boards are connected across the length of the bed to corral the berries. At the end of the bed, workers push the berries into the conveyor that takes the berries out of the bed and dumps them into wagons to be taken to the cleaning station. They are carried over a series of belts to be cleaned of debris and
With the cranberry bed flooded and the berries floating, a marsh worker pushes the ripe cranberries to the conveyor for transportation. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTO
placed into a semitrailer. Wetland stewards While the cranberry market has grown and changed over the years, Lochner said the growers strong conviction as stewards of the wetlands remains the same. Because they work in the marshes daily and usually live next to these wetlands, growers take environmental protection very seriously, he said.
The diversity of wildlife in and around a cranberry farm is a good indication that agricultural practices can nurture a sound environment. Pest control is an area in which growers have made great strides. Cranberries attract a number of pests, primarily weeds and insects, which reduce yields and fruit quality. Industry officials said they have invested in advanced and
safe pest and disease management. The WSCGA was founded in 1887 and is committed to developing and implementing programs that will assist growers in doing a better job of growing cranberries and strengthen the public support for cranberry growing in Wisconsin. For more information on the WSCGA, visit wiscran.org.
The Cranberry Fest arts and crafts show features more than 300 booths, including some with food and beverages. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTO
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Marsh and winery tours will get under way Sept. 29 and will run through Oct. 2. The bus tour departs Eagle River for Three Lakes at a variety of times each day. One stop
on the tour is Three Lakes Winery, where visitors learn about the production of fruit wines including cranberry wine. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTO
A recommended tour
Cranberry marsh, winery tours are popular among festgoers
During Cranberry Fest weekend, and a few days before, something unique in all of Wisconsin takes place guided tours of both a cranberry marsh and the first winery to produce cranberry wine. For more than three decades, buses have departed from Eagle River to Three Lakes and returned two hours later with thousands of happy visitors. People loved it so much they returned year after year, bringing their friends and relatives. Today many buses are needed to fill the requests and the seats go quickly. It is a very popular tour! Why do the tours come so highly recommended? Although a visit to this privately owned, scenic cranberry marsh would be sufficient, theres much more. A knowledgable guide rides along for the entire trip to help make the experience enlightening and educational. Not only will the guide explain what can be seen, but also will describe what happens during the rest of the year at the marsh. Questions are encouraged. Three Lakes Winery production tours are offered all summer long, but the marsh and winery tours for Cranberry Fest are special. Only during this time of year are guests given the opportunity to stir a fermenting batch of cranberries. The fully automatic bottling line is purring away just for them and put into full operation for each tour. Many people say their favorite part of the winery tour is the tasting. This tasting is also special, offering not only wine but many other cranberry delicacies. A coupon is offered on the back of each Marsh & Winery Tour ticket. Heres one recommendation: Make reservations early because the tours are very popular. Its easy just call the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center at (715) 479-6400.
*CRANBERRY* MARSH & WINERY TOUR SCHEDULE

Sept. 29-Oct. 2 Bus leaves from Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, 201 N. Railroad St.
Thursday ...........11 & 11:30 a.m. Friday ...........10, 10:30, 11, 11:30 a.m., noon Saturday ...........9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (every 20 minutes) Sunday ...........10 a.m. - 2 p.m. (every hour) Reservations appreciated. $7/adult, $5/12 & under
FOR RESERVATIONS & INFORMATION, CALL 1-(800) 359-6315 or 1-(715) 479-6400
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Downtown events include antique show, market

While there will be a lot of activity at the Vilas County Fairgrounds during Cranberry Fest, there also will be plenty of attractions in downtown Eagle River. The festivities will include a farmers market, an antique show and a food stand all within just a few feet of dozens of unique shops in downtown Eagle River. A food stand downtown will feature a variety of items from hot dogs to ribs. For the convenience of festivalgoers, the first three blocks of Wall Street downtown will be closed to traffic. In addition, a bus shuttle will provide transportation between the fairgrounds and downtown. People visiting the area are encouraged to extend their stay at Cranberry Fest in downtown Eagle River, said chamber Events Coordinator Kim Emerson. Antique show A favorite annual attraction of Cranberry Fest is scheduled to return this year, with the open-air antique market Saturday, Oct. 1. The Eagle River Business Association will host the event, which is sponsored by Zurko Antiques and Collectibles Market. The show will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the first three blocks of Wall Street. A variety of antiques and collectibles will be available for sale, including glassware, jewelry, furniture, sporting goods and more. Farmers market Fresh fall produce will be available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, in downtown Eagle River. A variety of fresh produce will be for sale on Wall and Main streets. Fresh cranberries and Craisins also can be purchased downtown.
One of the special activities in downtown Eagle River during Cranberry Fest will be an open-air antique show
and farmers market. Fresh cranberries also will be available downtown. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTO
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The Arts & Crafts Show at Cranberry Fest is juried by the Cranberry Fest Craft Committee and only original handcrafted items are accepted. The committee reserves the right to refuse items that are not original art.
See Page 2 for information about food booths.
NEED HELP?
Please stop at the Fest Info Headquarters near the fresh cranberries on the Fest grounds, or the Visitors Center on Railroad Street, downtown Eagle River.
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CRANBERRY FEST CRAFT EXHIBITORS

BASKETRY
BARN 11 H9 J 12 BASKET ARTISTRY BY SUSAN HANDWOVEN BASKETS MORROWS GIFTS STURDY, USEFUL, ATTRACTIVE BASKETS CHERISHABLES HANDWOVEN BASKETS F 17 J6 L 11
CANDLES
B 15 BARN 1 E2 H6 CLASSIQUE CURVES DECOUPAGED FLOWER AND LEAF CANDLE HOLDERS APPLE CREEK CANDLES SOY WAX CANDLES NORTHWOODS CANDLEWORKS NORTHWOODS CANDLES, INCLUDING CAKE CANDLES, GEL AND SOY NICOLET CANDLE COMPANY SUSTAINABLE SOY CANDLES MADE WITH RECYCLED GLASS CONTAINERS AND PACKAGING GONDOLA GARDENS HAND-POURED CRANBERRY RELISH CANDLES WHISPERING PINES HANDCRAFTED WAX CANDLES AND OIL ROCKS WEST SHORE DESIGNS INDIVIDUALLY CRAFTED CANDLES USING REAL BUTTERFLIES AND FLOWERS PLUS 100% BEESWAX TAPERS BECKLEYS BEST BLEND SOY CANDLES
PARK V 1 R1&2 TNT 29 & 30
SANDRA JENNINGS NORTHWOODS FLORAL DCOR H&D CARVED WOOD FLOWERS HAND-CARVED WOOD FLOWERS AND ARRANGEMENTS, HAND-WORK HIKING STICKS CUTE AS A BUTTON NATURE-OF-KIND WREATHS, BARBWIRE, BIRCH BIRDS, SWAGS, DRY AND SILK FLOWERS SWEET THINGS MODERN FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS THERESAS TREASURES FLORALS DRIED, SILK AND CHRISTMAS ARRANGEMENTS THORNY ACRES SEASONAL AND YEAR-ROUND FLORAL DESIGNS USING NATURAL AND SILKS PUT TOGETHER BY ALICE.
JEWELRY
A 16 B 16 C 10 D9 SOLEIL DESIGNS CUSTOM-MADE JEWELRY KATHRYNS COLLECTIONS HANDCRAFTED THEMED JEWELRY LAKE SUPERIOR GEMS BEACH GLASS JEWELRY LAKE SUPERIOR BEACH GLASS JEWELRY AND GIFTS B J CHRISTIAN DESIGNS UNIQUE HANDCRAFTED JEWELRY DESIGNS IN SILVER, GOLD FILLED AND COPPER WIRE LAURIE JENNINGS VINTAGE AND CRYSTAL WATCHES, WIRE-WRAPPED RINGS, MOTHERS BRACELETS AND ACCESSORIES DREAM WEAVERS DEMONSTRATING GLASS BEAD MAKING SELLING JEWELRY MADE FROM OUR BEADS THE STERLING FLOWER CUSTOM BEAD AND STERLING JEWELRY LIVE OUT LOUD JEWELRY MIXED MEDIA SOLDERED JEWELRY S&S JEWELRY SEMI-PRECIOUS STONES AND WIRE-WRAPPED JEWELRY MONIKAS CREATIONS STERLING SILVER JEWELRY, FOSSILS, PEARLS, GEMSTONES AND CLOISONNE ENAMELS QUEEN BEE BEADS, ETC. WOODEN TOYS AND SOY CANDLES GOLDEN SPIRAL JEWELRY HANDCRAFTED STERLING SILVER, COPPER EARRINGS, RINGS AND NECKLACES JOYOUS PLANET HANDMADE JEWELRY THE HOOK UP ONE-OF-A-KIND NECKLACES AND EARRINGS BUTTONS, ETC. ANTIQUE BUTTON JEWELRY REMIKS HANDMADE JEWELRY REAL FLOWER JEWELRY AND BUTTERFLY WINGS MAPLE VALLEY CANDLES MAGNETIC JEWELRY, SOY CANDLES AND FIRE STARTER CANDLES GEURTS GEMS HANDCRAFTED BEADED AND WIRE-WRAPPED JEWELRY THE WOODEN HEART WIRE-WRAPPED JEWELRY BEADS GONE WILD HOMEMADE WEARABLE GLASS ART AND GLASS MARBLES J LEE STUDIO JEWELRY TALISMAN, COLD FUSION, METAL, LEATHER, GLASS, NATURAL STONE, HAND-STAMPED NECKLACES, BRACELETS, ANKLETS AND CHARMS GINA BEE EVENTS BEADED JEWELRY AND GREETING CARDS T&R FANTASY CUT STONES TO SEMI-PRECIOUS, SILVER RINGS, EARRINGS AND MATCHING PENDANTS SHERIS EXQUISITE DESIGNS CONTEMPORARY JEWELRY MADE FROM PEARLS, TURQUOISE, JADE, CORAL AND OTHER GEMS DIANS DEEDS WITH BEADS PRECIOUS METAL CLAY, FINE SILVER, BEAD STITCHING, CHAIN MAIL AND WIRE WRAPPING BARBARAS DESIGN CRAFT-ORIENTED NEW WAVE AND TRI-METAL CONTEMPORARY NECK PIECES SIMPLY LIVING JEWELRY FINE HANDCRAFTED JEWELRY RARE MINERALS, GEMSTONES AND FOSSILS IN FINE STERLING SILVER. UNIQUE CUTS AND UNUSUAL MATERIALS. TOAD CREEK BAUBLES FINE GEMSTONE STERLING SILVER JEWELRY, WIRE WRAP, PRONG SET AND STRUNG BALTIC AMBER ALL HANDMADE NATURAL BALTIC AMBER JEWELRY DESIGN YOUR LOBES HANDCRAFTED SPIRAL EARRINGS, VINES, WRAPS AND EAR CUFFS FRAN-SAL CREATIONS ORIGINAL DESIGN HANDMADE JEWELRY STACEY JOHNSON JEWELRY DESIGN STERLING SILVER AND GOLD JEWELRY MADE WITH FRESHWATER PEARLS AND SEMI-PRECIOUS GEMS AQUARIUS BEADS NECKLACE PENDANTS MADE OF WIRE-WRAPPED DICHROIC GLASS AND NATURAL STONES. HAND-CAST PEWTER PENDANTS. INDULGENCES WEARABLE ART UNIQUE DESIGNS BY CROCHET WIRE AND BEAD WEAVING TECHNIQUES, FREE FORM WIRE DESIGN NORTHERN LIGHTS JEWELRY HANDMADE STERLING SILVER ENSEMBLES WITH SEMI-PRECIOUS GEMSTONES ONE-OF-A-KIND JEWELRY WYOMING SILVERS ARTISAN TORCHED WORK GLASS JEWELRY AND SILVER WORK AND HAND-FORMED LARIAT BASKETS WINTER FLOWER SEMI-PRECIOUS STONE JEWELRY LUCILLE CURTIS FLEECE HATS AND SCARVES, AND BEAD JEWELRY JDS GEMS HANDCRAFTED SEMI-PRECIOUS GEMSTONE JEWELRY
E8
F1
FOOD PRODUCTS
B2 B8 D 10 E7 I7 K3 K5 L 16 M1&2 N 11 & 12 P5&6 LYNNS CANDIES CRANBERRY CASHEW CRUNCH, CRANBERRY FUDGE, CRAN-RASPBERRY TAFFY GOOD GIFTS D/B/A D MARIE GOURMET SPECIALTY FOODS SCHLEIF SUGAR BUSH MAPLE SYRUP STARLAS HOMEMADE DIPS, SALSAS & SOUP MIXES HOMEMADE MIXES FOR DIPS, SALSAS AND SOUPS URBAN BEST GOURMET CRANBERRY PRODUCTS, SWEETENED DRIED CRANBERRIES PATZ MAPLE & HONEY FARMS MAPLE AND HONEY PRODUCTS TOFFEE FOR YOU HOMEMADE BUTTER TOFFEE COLLEENS TOUGH TIMES CRANBERRY VINEGARS, SALSA AND MUSTARDS ULTIMATE CONFECTIONS HAND-DIPPED HOMEMADE SPECIALTY CHOCOLATES KNAUS CHEESE, INC. CHEESE AND SAUSAGE LA CHAMPAGNE BAKERS ALL-NATURAL OATMEAL CRANBERRY COOKIES, GRANOLA WITH CRANBERRIES, CRANBERRY SOURDOUGH AND OTHER CRANBERRY PRODUCTS TOUBL GAME BIRD FARMS SAUSAGES GOURMET PHEASANT AND GAME BIRD MEAT PRODUCTS: FARM RAISED & PROCESSED BY THE TOUBL. INSPECTED GRANDMA NANYIES MY OWN LINE OF HANDMADE CHEESECAKE AND DIP MIXERS BURNING BUSH SUGAR HOUSE MAPLE SYRUP PRODUCTS, SUGAR, COTTON CANDY, CREAM AND MUCH MORE THREE LAKES WINERY WISCONSINS ORIGINAL CRANBERRY WINE AND OTHER AWARD-WINNING FRUIT WINES NORTHWOODS CHEESE CO. CRANBERRY CHEDDAR CHEESE, CRANBERRY ALL-BEEF SUMMER SAUSAGE, CRANBERRY CHEESE AND SAUSAGE GIFTS FUN FACTORY SWEET SHOPPE HANDMADE CRANBERY CHOCOLATE CONFECTIONS
F 15 F 19 G8 H 14
P4 Q3 TNT 13
TNT 17 & 18
I 10 J 11 J2 K 10 L 12 M4 M5 M8 P8 PARK A 3 PARK E 1
CERAMICS
BARN 14 H7&8 U2 JUDYS CERAMICS & CRAFTS HOLIDAY CERAMICS ISLAND VIEW POTTERY WHEEL-THROWN USEFUL FUNCTIONAL POTTERY COPPER MOON POTTERY STONEWARE POTTERY, SPECIALIZING IN IKEBANA VASES
CLOTHING
A3 BARN 6 BB 8 & 9 C7&8 F2&3 F6&7 TABBY CAT CREATIONS CHILDRENS FLEECE CLOTHING AND GIFTS CHIC CHENILLE CHENILLE VESTS, SCARVES, TOTE BAGS AND HOT PADS KAROLYN & WAYNE FENUS LADIES APPLIQUD CLOTHING JUNCTION CITY CRAFT CO. WOMENS SEWN AND DECORATED FASHION CLOTHING SETS KIMS CREATIONS EMBROIDERED SPARKLY T-SHIRTS, SWEATSHIRTS AND HOODIES SUE LYNNES DESIGNS REDESIGNED SWEATSHIRTS FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN WITH SHIRTS AND PURSES TO MATCH THAT SWEATER PLACE HAND-KNIT FLEECE-LINED WINTER HATS, MITTS, SCARVES AND SWEATERS MAXIPINK DESIGNS HATS AND HANDBAGS FOR WOMEN AND KIDS TOP-NOTCH 4 KIDS CHILDRENS OUTERWEAR KARENS KNIT & SEW KNITTED SWEATERS AND WOODEN PLAQUES BEAD-I-FUL BAGS CARDIGANS MADE USING FLEECE SWEATSHIRTS, EMBELLISHED WITH EMBROIDERY AND MATCHING T-SHIRTS, HANDBAGS, BROACHES KAITY KLOTHES HAND-PAINTED, HAND-DYED CHILDRENS CLOTHING FROM ORIGINAL DESIGNS FUZZIES POLAR FLEECE WINTER ACCESSORIES DOREEN KNITS KNITWEAR/WEARABLE ART FELTED HATS AND MITTENS, MOHAIR HATS, MITTENS, SCARVES AND SHAWLS SJOCASE HATS FUNKY AND FUNCTIONAL POLAR FLEECE HATS, SCARVES, GLOVES AND LEG WARMERS FISH FACE GOODS FISHING-, HUNTING-THEMED ARTWEAR HAND-SCREENED AND PAINTED, PAINTINGS AND SCULPTURE CHO F. NG APPLIQUD CLOTHING BEAVERHOOPS.COM HUGE SELECTION OF FUR HATS AND NUMEROUS ACCESSORIES. NORTHWOODS WALL ART OIL PAINTING. LPS DESIGNS HANDMADE PURSES, TOTES AND HANDBAGS URSULA MCCARTHY ORIGINAL DESIGN WEARABLE ART HERTELS CABIN CRAFTS DOLL CLOTHES FOR AMERICAN GIRL AND BARBIE PLUS DOLL FURNITURE LINS ORIGINALS JACKET AND VEST SETS RTS SPORTSWEAR APPLIQUD EMBROIDERED CLOTHING DESIGNER SWEATS BY BEAR PAWS PREWASHED, ORIGINAL APPLIQUD CLOTHING ELEGANT AND WHIMSICAL PATS CRAFTS & GIFTS EMBROIDERED AND APPLIQUD SHIRTS AND TAPESTRY TRACEY DESIGNS.COM APPLIQUD CHILDRENS CLOTHING JEAN BULL DESIGNS HAND-PAINTED CLOTHING AND HOME DCOR SIRKO DESIGNS HANDCRAFTED WROUGHT-IRON DECORATIVE ITEMS AND APPLIQUD CLOTHING
TNT 20
TNT 7 X 12 & 13 X 14 & 15
PARK H 1 PARK P 1
G3&4 I1 J3&4 J8 M3
Y1
A 11 & 12
PARK V 2
FURNITURE
N3&4 AA 1 & 2 BB 4 & 5 G5 J7 WILDERNESS HOME FURNITURE/WOODEN IT BE NICE WOODEN LAMPS, SOFA AND COFFEE TABLES, PLANT STANDS, OTTOMANS AND LOG BENCHES YARD STUFF CO. SOLID OAK FURNITURE HEARDS HOUSE OF WOOD HAND-BUILT, HAND-PAINTED TABLES, MIRRORS AND BENCHES SPLENDID NATURE ONE-OF-A-KIND FUNCTIONAL ART MADE FROM RECYCLED ROOTS AND BURLS BELDEN WOODWORKING SOFA TABLES, END TABLES, CURIO CABINETS, PLANT STANDS, BENCHES, FOOTSTOOLS, SERVERS GOTTWALT CRAFTS HAND-PAINTED PINE FURNITURE BIG BEAR LOG FURNITURE CEDAR LOG AND NAUTICAL-THEMED FURNITURE NELSONS FURNITURE WITH SCULPTED LETTERS RAVEN WOOD PRODUCTS WOODEN TABLES, BENCHES, BOWLS, WREATHS TWIG AND PINECONE TOBY CO., LLC RUSTIC FURNITURE AND FRAMES WITH CERAMIC AND STONE TILES PORTAGE CREEK FURNITURE CEDAR AND HICKORY BEDROOM, DINING AND LIVING ROOM FURNITURE OAK OUTLET HANDCRAFTED LODGE-THEMED FURNITURE & LIGHTING WITH OVER 150 FABRICS TO CHOOSE FROM WOODEN IT BE NICE UNIQUE WOOD FURNITURE AND ACCENTS, ALL HANDCRAFTED, STAINED AND FINISHED BY HAND. GREAT FOR HOMES, CABINS AND LODGES. FROM THE FORTY CEDAR LOG BENCHES, STOOLS, TABLES AND DRESSERS, PLUS ROUTED SIGNS MADE FOR YOU FURNITURE FINISHED OAK FURNITURE
Q1
R9 T 11 & 12
O2 O3&4 P3
TNT 1 & 2 TNT 12 TNT 16 TNT 19 TNT 33
Q2
L 1, 2, 9 & 10 L6 N7&8 P 11 & 12 PARK C 2 & 3 PARK E 2 PARK G 1 & 4
R 11
T9 TNT 21, 22, 23
TNT 36
TNT 24 TNT 28 TNT 42 TNT 46 TNT 5 & 6 W 11 & 12 W2&3 W8 X 2, 3, 4 Y 13
TNT 43
U4
R5&6
W1
T1&2 X 6, 7, 8
X5 Y9 PARK I 1
GLASS
W6 FILES FOREVER POLYMER CLAY, DICHROIC GLASS, HAND-PAINTED & ENGRAVED CZECH CRYSTAL MANICURE AND PEDICURE FILES
METALS
C4 GREENWAY HOMESCAPES DECORATIVE METAL LAWN ART H5 ALLYN ANDERSEN WOODLAND METAL ART I2&3 ROUTE 66 METAL YARD ART J 16 FIRE CLAW INC. CAMPFIRE TOOLS K 6, 7, 8 HOMETIME HAND-CUT METAL ORNAMENTS, HAND-BENT WROUGHT IRON AND METAL LAWN ART PARK D 1, 2, 3, 4 STEEL HEART, LTD HARVEST, HOLIDAY AND HOME METAL DCOR SUNFLOWERS, PUMPKINS, TRELLISES, CORNSTALKS R7 WINE HOLDERS BY JOHN METAL WINE GLASS AND BOTTLE HOLDERS T8 SPLINTER HAUS LLC GARDEN METAL ART TNT 25 & 26 SOUTHPAWS CONTEMPORARY METAL HOME DCOR
HOLIDAY
BARN 7 I8 J 5 & 13 PARK T 1 & 2 SHARONS ORNAMENTS CUSTOM GLASS ORNAMENTS CAROL HELLING WOOD CHRISTMAS NAMES WILLERTS WOOD FARM 3-D WOODEN CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS G&D PRODUCTS ALL HAND-CARVED WOODEN FLOWERS, SNOWMEN WITH SKIS AND SLEDS, HOMEMADE BENCHES WITH WINTER DESIGNS, HOLIDAY ITEMS A TOUCH OF ROSE SEASONAL ITEMS STUDIO 253 PERSONALIZED ORNAMENTS, PHOTO ALBUMS AND JOURNALS NASTY NANCYS NITCH FABRIC SNOWMEN, SANTAS AND HATS HOLIDAY CREATIONS AND GIFTS HANDCRAFTED WREATHS, TEARDROPS, SWAGS ALONG WITH HOLIDAY DCOR
FINE ART
BARN 2 T5 TNT 35 TNT 45 V1&2 DEBRA LEE HELLWIG PAINTINGS OF WHIMSICAL ANIMALS WILFRED FANG MIXED MEDIA PAPER ART D. HAESE ARTS & CRAFTS WILDLIFE HAND-PAINTED ON LEAVES, FEATHERS AND MORE SUPERIOR MARKETING, INC. REVERSE PAINTING WENNERSTENS ETCHING CO. PRINTMAKING DRYPOINT ETCHING HAND-PRINTED OFF COPPER PLATES
PARK U 1 & 2 R8 T 10 Y 11 & 12
FLORAL
BARN 16 OPSAL ORIGINALS RUSTICALLY DESIGNED HOME DCOR
er 2011
TNT 32 Y2&3 LOON HOLLOW FARMS WIRED AND BEADED HANGING BASES AND SUNCATCHERS CLASSIC CREATIONS NORTHWOODS THEMED 3-D METAL WALL ART PINE TREES WITH WILDLIFE AND EAGLES CREATIVE ARTS BY OBERTIN DECORATIVE METAL AND CLAY WORK FOR HOME, GARDEN AND SELF FRANCIS METAL WORKS STONE AND METAL GARDEN SCULPTURES CHICKADEE FARM STAINLESS-STEEL SQUIRREL-PROOF BIRD FEEDERS VISION QUEST METAL DESIGNS METAL ART FOR INSIDE AND OUTSIDE C1&2 C9 F 14
Cranberry Country Crier PAINTING

BIRCHCREST CRAFTS DECORATIVE HAND-PAINTED DRIED GOURDS CAROLES STUDIO BATIK MARK OF THE WILD WILDLIFE PAINTING AND COLORED PENCIL ARTWORK ON VARIETY OF ITEMS: WOOD PLAQUES, PADDLES, SAWS AND PRINTS WOOD ART BY VEL WILDLIFE PAINTED IN OIL ON WOOD LAURELPRINTS, INC. VINTAGE IMAGES COLLAGED WITH MIXED MEDIA FRAMED AND UNFRAMED JEFF RENNER WILDLIFE ART WILDLIFE ART FRAMED PRINTS AND CANVAS ART OF SONGBIRDS, LOONS, WOLVES, BEARS AND MORE COTTAGE TREASURES HAND-PAINTED WINDOWS AND GLASSWARE TAMI WOLFGRAM STUDIO ORIGINAL ACRYLIC PAINTINGS CASPER STUDIO OIL PAINTINGS, HANDMADE PHOTO FRAMES ROGER SHULE 3-D VINTAGE MATCHBOOK ART PAINTINGS F 20
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DARLENES ART CREATIONS NECK ART MADE FROM TEXTILE YARNS AND RIBBONS, WRIST ART, FINGERLESS MITTENS AND SOAP WOOLIES PAT KROTH FIBER ART CONTEMPORARY ART QUILTS AND SUN-PRINTED SILKS VILTERS CLOUD 9 ALL HAND-WOVEN RUGS OF DIFFERENT MATERIALS PAPER MINISKIRT FABRIC-COVERED MAGNETIC PHOTO BOARDS
PARK A 2 TNT 11 TNT 41
Z 12 Z7 Z8 BB 3
H3 M6&7 N2
WOODEN
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
MISCELLANEOUS
B6&7 A2 A4&5 B1 B5 BARN 10 MAMAS LOVE WASHABLE REFILLS FOR SWIFFERS AND WET JETS, SWING BLANKETS FOR BABIES, WARM BAGS AND LOVELY CHAI LATTE JUST THE TWO OF US HARDWOOD TOYS AND DOLL FURNITURE THE MOOSES CABOOSE NORTHWOODS SIGNS AND ARRANGEMENTS MAGNA - TXT, LLC MAGNETIC PHOTO HOLDERS, WALL BOARDS, MEMO HOLDERS AND CHALKBOARDS IOWA WOOLIES ALL SIZE SNOWMEN AND UNIQUE GARDEN CREATIONS PLUS QUILTED ITEMS RED ROXY POOS PURSES AND HANDBAGS CREATED FROM VARIOUS TEXTILES, INCLUDING RE-PURPOSED WOOL SWEATERS ACORN RIDGE FELTMAKING DESIGNS FELTMAKING: WET FELTING AND NUNO FELTING FIBER ART GOURDS N THINGS HAND-PAINTED GOURDS AND CERAMICS RUGS FROM YESTERDAY BRAIDED RUGS QUICK SHOT GUN SLING GUN SLINGS PEBBLE CRAFTS PEBBLESTONE PLANTERS AND ANIMALS LEES LEAVES PAINTED CONCRETE LEAVES AND BIRDBATHS POOR FOLK PRIMITIVES VINTAGE CRANBERRY CRATES HAND-PAINTED HEAL MY SOLE NATURAL SKIN CARE PRODUCTS THAT ARE GOOD FOR YOUR SKIN TRMC ENTERPRISE TIRE MATS, TIRE MIRRORS AND CLOCKS, TIRE TURTLES AND TIRE TABLES NORTHERN LIGHTS ART HANDMADE CUSTOM FRAMES WITH PRINTS MAD DOG COOKIE COMPANY HANDCRAFTED ONE-OF-A-KIND DOG CLOTHES AND TREATS EMPTY NEST CREATIONS HOME AND SEASONAL DCOR J&D STONES CUSTOM ENGRAVED STONES STENMAN STUDIOS RURAL AND WILDLIFE RELIEF WOOD CARVINGS CONNORS CARVINGS HAND-CARVED SANTAS BRIDGE CREEK ANTLER CARVING ANTLER CARVINGS, CANDLE HOLDERS AND JEWELRY ROCHELLE PENNINGTON HAND-PAINTED ORNAMENTS, AUTOGRAPHED BOOKS AND ART PRINTS THE BOGS CRANBERRY SPECIALTIES CRANBERRY AIR FRESHENER, POTPOURRI, SOY CANDLES, INCENSE, CLEANSING BARS, CRANBERRY JELLY BEANS, TAFFY AND CHOCOLATE-COVERED CRANBERRIES CUSTOM ROD BUILDING B Y DAVE CUSTOM-BUILT FISHING RODS WITH UNIQUE WOOD HANDLES AND TREAD ART THE ARTS OF NORTH RIDGE ORIGINAL WOOD CARVINGS, SAND ART, PAINT ETCHINGS, AND PEN AND INK DRAWINGS COUNTRY CRAFTS PRIMO POTPOURRI FRESH POTPOURRI AND OILS ALL HANDMADE H J METAL SMITH METAL SCULPTURE GRANDMAS HANDMADE RUGS HAND-WOVEN RAG RUGS AND TOTES HANSEN HONEY LOCALLY PRODUCED RAW HONEY, HANDMADE SOAPS AND LIP BALMS FROM HONEY AND BEESWAX CREATIVE COLLECTION HAND-BUILT, HAND-PAINTED TABLES, MIRRORS AND BENCHES MASTERS LUSCIOUS DOG SENSATIONS HOMEMADE DOG TREATS AND COOKIES GRAMAS HOUSE CLOTHES FOR THE AMERICAN GIRL AND BITTY BABY DOLLS NOTES FOR YOU NOTES FOR YOU AND DOILIES, TOO LYNDA RUTHERFORD HAND-WOVEN ON A LOOM HAMMOCKS AND SWING CHAIRS WILSONS WHIMSICAL PAPIER-MCH FIGURINES DEL MILLIRON 3-D WILDLIFE PICTURES MY PILLOW HANDMADE PILLOWS TREASURES FROM THE HEART ANTIQUE HAND-PAINTED SAP BUCKETS, BARNWOOD, SANTAS, SNOWMEN, WOOD AND CLOTH GITCHE GUMEE MUSEUM MINERAL ART USING AGATES AND OTHER ROCKS TO CRAFT LAMPS, WINDOW PANELS, SUNCATCHERS, JEWELRY, MIRRORS, CANDLES, ETC. NECTAR OF THE VINE SAMPLING OUR WINE FRAPP KAREN KENNEDY PERSONALIZED CHALK BOXES FOR KIDS COUNTRY BUMPKINS PRIMITIVE FOLK ART SEND-A-SMILE HAND-STAMPED CARDS, SCRAPBOOKS AND PAPER CRAFTS HAIR WEAR ORIGINALS HAIR ACCESSORIES FUNKY HAIR SPIRALS, HAIR COMBS, ETC. CRAFTY LADY QUILTED WALL HANGINGS AND TABLE RUNNERS RE-INCARNATION SUSTAINABLE ARTISAN BIRDHOUSES HANDCRAFTED WITH RECYCLED MATERIALS. FOR OUTDOOR AND INDOOR USE. ELK RIVER CUSTOM RODS CUSTOM FISHING RODS HANDCRAFTED IN PHILLIPS, WIS. CARICATURES BY MELODY CARICATURES BY MELODY PARK F 2 & 3 S2&3 T6 TNT 34
BB 19 BB 6 & 7 C 5 & 11
PHOTOGRAPHY
F 11 F 16 R 10 KRUEGER NORTHWOODS PHOTOGRAPHY WILDLIFE PHOTOS AND BOOK LAKELAND AERIAL PHOTO AERIAL PHOTOS OF AREA LAKES ANGELLS IMAGES NATURE/WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY PRINTS, NOTE CARDS AND BOOKMARKS
D2&8 D7 F 12 & 13 F4&5 G1&2 H 10
BARN 12 BARN 13 BARN 9 BB 1 BB 14 BB 20 C 12 D1 D3 D 5, 6, 11, 12 F9 G6&7 H1&2 H4 I6 L 13 L5 L7&8
POTTERY
D4 G 10 H 11 & 12 I9 L 14 NANAS POTTERY GARDEN WHIMSICAL HAND-BUILT POTTERY BARB DREYER STUDIO FUNCTIONAL AND SCULPTURAL STONEWARE AND PORCELAIN THE PERSONAL TOUCH WHEEL-THROWN POTTERY AND CLAY SCULPTURE JEN ANDERSON POTTERY FUNCTIONAL STONEWARE POTTERY TALL PINES STUDIO FUNCTIONAL POTTERY AND NORTHWOODS TWIG DCOR BY PEGGY AND BARRY DALBERTO NICOLE & PATRICK GORALSKI WHEEL-THROWN POTTERY AND MITTENS B&C GARDEN DELIGHTS GARDEN-THEMED POTTERY, STEP STONES, TOAD HOUSES, VASES AND MORE
H 13 H 16 J 1, 9 & 10 J 15 K1
R3 TNT 10
K2 K4 L3&4 N1
SEWN
B4 BARN 3 BARN 4 & 5 BARN 8 H 15 I4&5 K9 L 15 COUNTRY COUSINS HANDMADE APRONS, TABLE SCARVES AND MUCH MORE GLORIAS GIFTS TABLE RUNNERS, TOWELS, TANK TOPPERS, SCRUBBIES COTTON WOOD COUNTRY QUILTS, RUNNERS, PILLOWS, FRAMED STITCHERY CABIN CREATIONS HOODED BATH AND BEACH TOWELS, FLEECE ITEMS AND QUIET BOOKS NYLEENS SOFT-SCULPTURED FABRIC ITEMS, HALLOWEEN CREATURES CREATIONS BY MOM & ME MIXED SEWN MEDIA (TATER BAGS, CURLING IRON BAGS, ETC.) DEBS WOOLZ WOOL MITTENS MADE FROM RECYCLED WOOL SWEATERS, LINED WITH FLEECE BAG LADYS HANDMADE DENIM AND TAPESTRY PURSES, BEAUTIFUL SOFT SCARVES AND MITTENS JEAN MARIE & CO. HOLIDAY VALANCES, TABLE RUNNERS SIMPLY ELEGANT BELT LOOP POUCH/MINI PURSE, BOTTLE CARRIERS, BOOKMARKS AND CELL PHONE GRABBERS AND CHARMS CAROLS CREATIVE CRAFTS HOME DCOR AND WINDOW TREATMENTS APPLIQUD NEEDLES & NAILS HANDBAGS, APPLIANCE COVERS AND POTATO BAGS RAVEN COUNTRY CRAFTS HANDCRAFTED MOOSE, ANGELS, PUMPKINS, WITCHES, SANTAS, GINGERBREADS THE MITTEN TREE MITTENS FROM RECYCLED SWEATERS AND OTHER SEWN ITEMS N5&6 P1&2 P7
PARK A 1 & 4 PARK B 1 Q4
M 10 PARK B 2
PARK H 3 PARK H 4 PARK I 2 PARK I 4
T3&4 T7 TNT 15
N 9 & 10 O1
P 9 & 10 PARK H 2 TNT 14 TNT 9
TNT 3 & 4
PARK J 1 & 2 PARK J 3 PARK P 2 PARK Q 2 PARK TREE R 12 R4 TNT 27 TNT 31
TNT 38 & 39 W 10
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Hundreds of festival volunteers make it all happen

The Eagle River area is known for its Chain of events throughout the year and Cranberry Fest is one of the biggest links in that chain thanks to hundreds of volunteers who help make it all possible. Volunteers are the key to every community event in the Eagle River area and Cranberry Fest is no different. According to Kim Emerson, chamber events coordinator, Cranberry Fest has an incredible number of enthusiastic volunteers who give graciously of their time and talents. Emerson said that without all of these people, Cranberry Fest would not be possible. While planning for this years event, Emerson noted that Cranberry Fest utilized more than 300 volunteers, giving more than 2,000 hours during the festival alone. She also estimated that another 60 volunteers were busy helping with the American Heart Associations fitness benefit. People are really surprised when you start talking about how many volunteers it takes to carry out Cranberry Fest, said Emerson. Emerson said many volunteers come back year after year. We are fortunate many of the volunteers return year after year, working in the same areas, while some choose to try something new. Plus, these people, along with friends and family, are always willing to help out in a pinch, she said. Emerson said a frequent comment heard from all the new volunteers is, I never knew how much fun it could be to help. Ill be back next year. Comments heard about the volunteers from visitors are equally positive. Cranberry Fest has happy volunteers. Everyone is so helpful, thats why we like to come to Eagle River, said several festival veterans. Another favorite comment from out-of-town visitors is, How can Eagle River organize so many great events? How do you get all those volunteers? We could never do that. Do you know how lucky you are? Emerson responds with, We are very fortunate to have these people and we greatly appreciate all that they continue to do for the events of Eagle River, especially Cranberry Fest. Cranberry Fest is an all-volunteer, communitywide event. Volunteers range in age from 9 to 90, and come from all over the area to help. No experience is necessary and training is provided as needed. Volunteers are treated to coffee and lunch in a heated tent designated just for them. New volunteers are always welcome. If you are interested in volunteering, call the chamber at (715) 479-6400 and ask for Kim Emerson.
Donning big smiles, two Cranberry Fest volunteers sold cranberry doughnuts and fritters in the bakery tent at last years festival. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTO
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Cook-off tradition continues

Entry deadline is Sept. 24, with check-in at Masonic Lodge
The Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center will once again sponsor the Cranberry Fest Cook-Off as part of this years Cranberry Fest. The event, an annual Cranberry Fest tradition, will feature six categories: Breads and Muffins; Large Desserts cakes, pies and tortes; Small Desserts cookies, candies and snacks; Salads, Sauces and Gelatins; Meats, Main Dishes, and Side Dishes; and Etceteras appetizers, soups, beverages and spreads. The cook-off is open to the general public, and the entry deadline is Saturday, Sept. 24. First place in each category will receive $25; second, $15; and third, $10. Ribbons also will be awarded to the first three places in each category. Only one entry per category is allowed and it is the contestants responsibility to keep the entry hot or cold if it is to be served that way. The recipe for each entry must be typed on 81/2- by 11-inch paper and accompany the entry to be judged. The entry will then become the property of the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center for future events and/or publication. Credit will be given to the chef if the recipe is published. In addition, each entry must include a completed entry blank and must be checked in at the Masonic Lodge, 610 E. Division St., between 11:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24. Judging will begin at 12:30 p.m. Each entry will be judged on texture, taste, appearance and garnish. For more information, contact Kim Emerson at (715) 479-6400.
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Are you traveling to Cranberry Fest from the west using Highway 70? If so, you may run into delays due to traffic. To avoid a possible delay and get to Cranberry Fest in a timely manner, chamber officials suggest that you take the alternate route that has been set up. Just watch for signs and the Cranberry Fest logo to direct you around the delay. Alternate route Approaching Eagle River from the west on Highway 70, take Sunset Road to the left and follow to Highway G. Turn right onto Highway G and follow to Highway 45. Turn right onto Highway 45 and follow into Eagle River. Once you have arrived in Eagle River, feel free to find parking in the downtown area or at the Derby Track and then walk or take the free shuttle bus Saturday or Sunday to the fairgrounds. There is free parking at the Derby Track. Shuttle buses Shuttle buses will run approximately every 30 minutes from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. The buses will stop at the following locations: Olson Memorial Library, Butchs Pizza North at the corner of First and Wall streets, the parking lot at the corner of Third and Wall streets, First Congregational United Church of Christ, Eagle River Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, Derby Track and the east gate of the Vilas County Fairgrounds. Your assistance in taking the shuttle bus will not only help create a safer Cranberry Fest, but it will help you to get to and from the Cranberry Fest grounds more quickly, said chamber events coordinator Kim Emerson. We thank you. Emerson said parking in the downtown area or at the Derby Track reduces traffic congestion near the Vilas County Fairgrounds. The Derby Track will host the Cranberry Fest Market Place and downtown activities include an open-air antique show and farmers market. Many downtown businesses also will have Cranberry Fest specials in their stores and restaurants.
The Cranberry Fest arts and crafts show will offer a variety of handcrafted items, ranging from paintings to carvings to furniture. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTO
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Best-kept secret at fest is auction on Sunday

One of the best-kept secrets at Cranberry Fest is the live auction for quality merchandise. Held Sunday, Oct. 2, at 11:30 a.m. in the Make-A-Wish Foundation cheesecake tent on the fairgrounds, many festivalgoers have found this to be a good place to find that unique gift for Christmas giving or other special events. The items for auction have been donated by various vendors, fest exhibitors and area businesses. The best part is that no one loses. If you do not get the top bid, you can visit the booth of the crafter who donated the item and buy one just like it. As the competition between the bidders develops into a special camaraderie, this is one of the more enjoyable events to attend. Money raised at the auction will go toward two scholarships for high school students. For more information on the auction, call (715) 479-6400.
A tradition at Cranberry Fest is the luncheon provided by the Womens Fellowship at First Congregational
United Church of Christ, set from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1. --Contributed Photo
Luncheon brings home cooking to 32nd annual Cranberry Fest

When you walk into First Congregational United Church of Christ (UCC) in Eagle River Saturday, Oct. 1, during Cranberry Fest, smells of home cooking will greet you. For more than 15 years, the women of the church have served a luncheon for the public during Cranberry Fest. In a warm atmosphere, people are served turkey casserole, cranberry salad, relishes, rolls, dessert and beverage. Friendly waitresses and great food make an appealing setting. The luncheon will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost for adults is $8 and $3 for children younger than 8. The church is located at the corner of Division and First streets, on the Fest shuttle bus route. Many people have come back year after year, said Linda Jorgensen, chairwoman of Womens Fellowship. We also have requests for our recipes. In addition to the luncheon, the Lake Country Fiber Artists will be in the church with articles woven, knit and hooked, among other things. There also will be demonstrations of spinning, weaving, rug hooking and making bobbin lace. There are a large number of exciting things to see and purchase, said Jorgensen. The Womens Fellowship uses the money from the luncheon to help various groups in the community. Books, stuffed animals and mittens are given to Head Start children and toiletries are donated to the womens shelter in Rhinelander. An ongoing project for the women is making quilts for the hospital and Angel On My Shoulder. Whether it is sunny, cold or rainy, you dont want to miss the luncheon at Cranberry Fest, said Jorgensen. For more information, contact Sandra Slagle at (715) 479-3370.
Free shuttle offered at Cranberry Fest

Bus shuttle service will be available to transfer people to all the activities during Cranberry Fest. The shuttle will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. The shuttle will pick up interested individuals at the east gate of the fairgrounds at the tennis courts. Buses will run approximately every half-hour Saturday and will stop at the following locations: Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center for marsh and winery tours, Olson Memorial Library for the book sale and cranberry video showing, and the Derby Track for the Cranberry Fest Market Place. There is free parking at the Derby Track. There will be three bus stops downtown Saturday for the antique show and farmers market. They will be at Butchs Pizza North at the corner of First and Wall streets, at First Congregational United Church of Christ, and at the intersection of Third and Wall streets. The shuttle bus service Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. will stop at the Derby Track for the Market Place, at the corner of Main and Wall streets for shoppers to visit downtown, at the Visitors Center for marsh and winery tours, and at the east gate of the fairgrounds. Vehicle parking assistance at this years Cranberry Fest will be provided by the Eagle River Lions Club. The fee will be $5 per car to park in the designated areas at the Vilas County Fairgrounds. The proceeds from the parking fees will go to the Lions Club to support area projects.
Dont let a little chilly fall weather stop you from attending Cranberry Fest, as there is always plenty of hot food. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTO
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Make-A-Wish cheesecake is magical

When the calendar flips to the first weekend in October, and cool, bright days and maple smoke mingle sweetly with blazing fall colors, its time to think cranberries. In particular, its time to think cranberries in sauce swirled through heavy, delectable cheesecake that tops a buttery graham-cracker crust. Makes your mouth water, right? Not only is that combination a delight for taste buds, its also an amazing sight for eyes. The worlds largest cranberry cheesecake, a scrumptious concoction of cream cheese and cranberries, will widen eyes. Its more than 100 feet long! Appearing for the 20th time at Cranberry Fest, the cheesecake is a fundraiser for Make-AWish Foundation, which receives all the proceeds generated by the sale of cheesecake slices. This national organization, which depends solely on volunteer help and donations, grants thousands of wishes nationwide to children ages 2 to 18 suffering lifethreatening illnesses. In the past 20 years, it has helped fund wishes for 42 North Woods children whose health needs are unique. While most wishes are for trips to Disney World in Florida, other wishes have included visits with sports heroes and movie stars, gifts of computers and entertainment centers, shopping sprees, attendance at professional sporting events, one puppy and even a horse. The latest was to a North Woods youngster who wished for a hot tub to alleviate the effects of chemotherapy. A mixture of hundreds of pounds of cream cheese and sugar, dozens of eggs and thousands of cranberries, the cheesecake is the brainchild of former Cranberry Fest organizer Cindy Meinholz and Make-A-Wish representatives from the North Woods, the late Randy Bergstrom and his wife, Michele. Bergstrom died unexpectedly March 3, 2010, yet Michele and the wonderful crew that has been part of the fundraiser for many years vowed to carry on the tradition in Randys memory. Randy would want us to, and not only that, would insist on us having a great time selling those slices, said Michele. He loved Cranberry Fest and what the cheesecake represented. It brought magic to medically challenged children. As wish granters, we loved the smiles those wishes brought. This past November at the annual board meeting, officials from Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wisconsin honored Randy and Michele with the Todd Lappin Leadership Award, the first-ever recipients of such a high honor. All Randy and I ever wanted when we granted those 42 wishes was to do good and disappear. I was far beyond grateful to accept that award in Randys name, noted Michele. Believe me, this years cheesecake will be the best yet! All of the cheesecakes ingredients are donated by major food purveyors around the state, while the baking of the huge dessert will be donated by Trigs of Eagle River, Rhinelander, Minocqua and Wausau. Actually 140 feet long because of extra baking pans, the cheesecake will be displayed in a tent set up to show off its tremendous size. It is one of the most soughtafter attractions at Cranberry Fest. At $2 a slice, its a great bargain, too!
Margot Bergstrom Schwalbe serves a piece of cheesecake. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTO
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Spaghetti dinner to benefit Nordmarka X-C Ski Club

The Nordmarka Cross Country Ski Club will hold its 24th annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser in conjunction with Cranberry Fest. The dinner will take place Saturday, Oct. 1, from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at Eagle River Inn & Resort. Everyone is welcome to attend. Eagle River Inn is located on Highway 70, about one mile west of the Vilas County Fairgrounds, where Cranberry Fest is held. Turn right just before the bridge. Ron Van Dusen, owner of the resort, will donate the proceeds to the Eagle River area ski club. These funds will help Nordmarka maintain its 11-kilometer trail system, located on the Eagle River Municipal Golf Course and adjacent property, and with winter grooming of the Three Eagle Trail. The trails are open to the public. The buffet dinner will include spaghetti served with a choice of meat or meatless sauces, salad, garlic bread, a special cranberry dessert and coffee, tea or milk. Ski club members will serve as waiters and waitresses. Cost will be $8 for adults and $5 for children younger than 10 years of age. Tickets will be available at the door. For more information, contact Perry Sippl at (715) 479-3920.
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berry harvest process through an interactive mini cranberry marsh exhibit. --Contributed Photo
Interactive cranberry bog exhibit featured at Childrens Museum

The Northwoods Childrens Museum (NCM) in Eagle River will feature a cranberry bog exhibit this fall. Opening in midSeptember, the mini cranberry bog is one of the museums seasonal exhibits and offers children the opportunity to experience the process of harvesting cranberries. This interactive exhibit lets children learn about the process used to harvest cranberries, explained executive director Rouleen Gartner. Kids turn a lever to flood the mini bog, causing the cranberries to float to the surface where they can scoop them up, replicating a cranberry harvest. After gathering the cranberries, children can also measure and weigh their harvest. Both kids and adults have fun flooding the bog area, Gartner continued. While its a minibog, the exhibit uses real cranberries donated from local growers and children have the opportunity to see, smell and touch the berries. In addition to the bog, the museum has 22 other interactive exhibits for children to explore. Some exhibits are science-based while others help children understand their world or learn about history. The museum will hold a Cranberry Jar Guesstimation Contest in which participants will guess how many cranberries it takes to fill the museums cranberry jar. While some children just make a guess, others use scientific methods such as counting how many berries are in a pound, then weighing the jar to arrive at a total, said program coordinator Margie Rychlock. In the art center, there are fall-themed craft projects which children may take home. Several of the fall craft projects use cranberries, said Rychlock. The kids can harvest the cranberries, then take them to the art center and use them to create crafts such as miniwreaths. The museums theme exhibit area allows for different exhibits throughout the year. Museum staff chooses the exhibits to offer different experiences to visitors and reflect holiday traditions, such as the Turkey & Traditions exhibit at Thanksgiving which features a live turkey. Having an area that changes periodically helps keep the museum interesting for those who visit often, said Gartner. Kids get excited when they see a favorite exhibit going up such as the Badger Mine or Sky and Space. From Labor Day until Memorial Day, the museum is open Tuesdays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Fridays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. The museum is closed Mondays. Admission is $7 per person, ages 1 to 100. Basic family memberships are available for $75 and PLUS memberships for $110. For more information call the museum at (715) 479-4623 or visit northwoodschildrensmuseum.com.
Visitors to Cranberry Fest will see the cranberry people roaming the festival grounds. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTO
Lions to handle parking at fest

The task of getting more than 40,000 people to and from the Vilas County Fairgrounds for Cranberry Fest is a huge task. Parking assistance at this years Cranberry Fest will be provided by the Eagle River Lions Club. The fee will be $5 per car to park in the designated areas at the fairgrounds. The proceeds from the parking fee will go to the Eagle River Lions Club and the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center to support area projects.
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Olson Library to host book sale, harvest video

Walter E. Olson Memorial Library Friends and volunteers will hold a used book sale Thursday, Sept. 29, Friday, Sept. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 1, as part of the Cranberry Fest celebration. The sale will be held during regular hours in the library conference room. The library is located at 203 N. Main St. in Eagle River. Used books, including childrens books, puzzles and games (VHS and DVD), will be among the items for sale. The Friends would appreciate donations of childrens materials in good sale condition. Proceeds from the sale will benefit childrens and adult programs held throughout the year. Videos portraying the growing and harvesting of cranberries will be available for viewing Saturday, Oct. 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hot cider, coffee and cranberry treats will be served at the library during Cranberry Fest.
Pancake breakfast planned

The main food tent at Cranberry Fest is managed by three nonprofit service groups the Eagle River Rotary Club, the Greater Eagle River Tennis Association and the Eagle River Area Jaycees. In addition to soup, sandwiches, and hot and cold drinks for lunch, a pancake breakfast will be served both Saturday and Sunday from 7 to 10 a.m. The pancake breakfast has been popular for vendors staying on the grounds as well as early morning festivalgoers. Hungry customers will enjoy their choice of regular or cranberry pancakes, pork sausage and a drink for a cost of $6. Lunch will be served after 10 a.m.
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Weavers and fiber artists to display creative skills

A diverse variety of fiber artists will be at the one-day Lake Country Weavers and Fiber Arts Guild Exhibit and Sale during Cranberry Fest. Hosted by the guild Saturday, Oct. 1, the exhibit will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at First Congregational United Church of Christ (UCC) in Eagle River. Admission is free. The church is located on the corner of First and Division streets. The Cranberry Fest shuttle bus from the fairgrounds will stop in front of the church at regular intervals. The Eagle River UCC knitting group, The Flock, will display and demonstrate various types of needlework. Demonstrations will include four-harness loom weaving, rigid heddle weaving, wool and exotic fiber spinning, carding, knitting, wool rug hooking and felting. If you have ever wondered how the wool from a fluffy sheep in the meadow turns into a beautiful warm scarf or sweater, this is the place to see it done. You also will learn how cast-off curtains or sheets may become durable, attractive rugs. Visitors are welcome to try these crafts under the expert guidance of participating guild members. There will be a wide variety of items for sale that reflect the use of many different fiber-related skills. Original designed rugs, yarn, mittens, scarves, table runners and more will be available for purchase. In addition to the fiber exhibit, demos and sale, the Womens Fellowship at the church will offer a luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tickets for the luncheon can be purchased at the door. The Lake Country Weavers and Fiber Arts Guild helps support weavers, knitters, crocheters, rug hookers and other interested artists in the North Woods. To further education and camaraderie among the members, monthly meetings are held. A wide geographic area is covered, from Land O Lakes to Rhinelander, Presque Isle to Three Lakes. For more information on the Cranberry Fest activities or the guild, call Cassandra Nass at (715) 547-3881.
The Lake Country Weavers and Fiber Arts Guild Exhibit and Sale is a popular stop for Cranberry Fest visitors in Eagle River. --NEWS-REVIEW PHOTO
Premium select cranberries featured at Cranberry Fest

The Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center will have premium select cranberries for sale at the 32nd anniversary celebration of Cranberry Fest. Fest spectators also can look for fresh cranberry sales located throughout the community at four locations the Cranberry Fest grounds at the Vilas County Fairgrounds; the corner of Highway 70 East and Railroad Street at Holiday Stationstore; the Eagle River Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center at 201 N. Railroad St.; and downtown Eagle River at the corner of Main and Wall streets. Only the best berries will be sold, according to chamber Events Coordinator Kim Emerson. The berries are highquality, premium select, because they follow the USDA processing standards for fresh cranberries, she said. The fresh fruit is hand-sorted, clean, mature, firm and free from moisture, bruising and decay. Each berry is approximately one-half inch in size and displays a fairly uniform red to deep purple color, according to Emerson. Dont forget to take home fresh cranberries, and if you havent tried a CraisinTM, be sure to get some, too, she said. Recipes for both fresh cranberries and Craisins are available at the various cranberry sale sites.
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