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KARSYN ALLEN 515.988.5634 TINA GORDON 515.480.7586 KRIS URBAN 515.490.4968 JILL MILLER 515.330.8931 ANNE VASKE 515.453.5538 karsyn@iowarealty.com tinagordon@iowarealty.com krisurban@iowarealty.com jillmiller@iowarealty.com annevaske@iowarealty.com WAUKEE OFFICE 2 HELEN PRIEST 515.306.3760 CINDY SCHARINGSON 515.971.9444 DONNA STALL 515.453.5835 Waukee Living NOVEMBER | 2016 www.iowalivingmagazines.com helenpriest@iowarealty.com cscharingson@iowarealty.com donnastall@iowarealty.com 80 SE Laurel Street www.iowarealty.com/waukee WELCOME Listen & WIN Toys in the attic L et’s be honest. Santa Claus is a scary dude when you are 5 years old. The memories of him are still vivid — too vivid. Big guy. Deep voice. Scratchy beard. And then there was that gaudy red suit. I didn’t see many people dressed like that in my hometown of Algona — and for good reason. The whole gift thing was promising, yes, but the idea of having to tell this old man what I wanted for Christmas was more than intimidating to this kid. I didn’t even like hugs from my grand- parents, yet Mom wanted me to sit on this stranger’s lap? Forget about it. Like many kids, I chose to scream and run away. As a result, Mom said I wouldn’t get anything for Christmas. I didn’t care. There was no way I was sitting on that fat man’s lap and telling him my inner secrets. And I didn’t. I was as stubborn then as I am now. That’s not to say that I didn’t like Christmas. The holiday food, the Christmas tree, the gathering of family and the time off from school were all wonderful things. And I knew Mom’s threat of no presents for not sitting on Santa’s lap was a fib. How? Because my brother Steve showed me all the presents in the attic that were labeled from Santa. I didn’t know exactly how those gifts arrived at our house from the North Pole prior to Christmas, but I wasn’t concerned with those details at age 5. I did know not to share this secret with Mom because my brother said he would beat me up if I did. That was rea- son enough. Your children or grandchildren are probably not as ornery as I was, or let’s at least hope not. So be sure to take them to WinterFest and see the jolly old man in the red suit. Encourage them to crawl up on his lap and share what they want for Christmas. Look to this month’s cover story for all the details on Santa’s visit to the Triangle, the tree lighting and the many other activities. Be sure to let the kids know that Santa isn’t a scary dude, but you might want to avoid stor- ing any presents in the attic — just in case. Thanks for reading. n $10,650 Value! 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Fes er int W CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS WITH WAUKEE’S FUN WINTER TRADITION By Ashley Rullestad M ore than 20 years ago, the Waukee women’s group and the Waukee Fire Department began the town’s tradition of WinterFest. Now the Waukee Parks and Recreation Department heads up the event with the help of the downtown business association, the Waukee Area Arts Council and other area organizations. Though it has evolved and changed hands since those early days, WinterFest has been a fun event for Waukee families to kick off the holiday season. Head on over to the Waukee Triangle on Friday, Dec. 2 for all the festivities. Shop local, then light the tree The event kicks off with the downtown business association’s open house. Many local downtown businesses will all be open that night from 4:30-8 p.m. offering soup, treats and goodies inside. Visit Heartland 4 Waukee Living NOVEMBER | 2016 www.iowalivingmagazines.com FEATURE Co-op, Jane & Friends Hairstyling, Waukee Hardware & Rent it Center, Waukee Ice Cream Shoppe, Classic Floral & Design, Oswald Chiropractic, Charter Bank (until 5 p.m.), and Schnoes & Co, LLC (until 5 p.m.). Stop by and see all that downtown has to offer. A few businesses will offer early holiday shopping opportunities, and it will be a fun way to support the local establishments in town. When you’re done shopping, gather at the holiday tree in Triangle park at 6 p.m. sharp for Santa’s arrival and help him light the holiday tree to kick off WinterFest. A local ice sculptor will also be outside creating three unique carvings, which will stay in Triangle park for everyone to enjoy for as long as the weather cooperates (or until they melt so much, they fall over). After the tree lighting, head to the community center to warm up a bit and have a chance to meet with Santa. Hot cocoa will be available, as well as sugar cookies for kids to decorate. After being outdoors in the cold, this will be a fun way to warm up and sample some tasty eats. Santa will be there until about 8 p.m., so kids will have a chance to give him their lists and tell him what they want for Crafts and things for kids to do will once again be available at WinterFest. Photo submitted. www.iowalivingmagazines.com NOVEMBER | 2016 Waukee Living 5 FEATURE Christmas. A food and toy drive will be held at the community center as well. Drop off non- perishable food or a new, unwrapped toy to be donated to the Waukee Christian Services. After talking to Santa, visit the Vince Meyer Learning Center to check out the Waukee Area Arts Council activities. When you arrive, there will be crafts and things for kids to do, including special paper product crafts this year. See all that Waukee has to offer when it comes to the arts. An old-time trolley will take people on a holiday tour of lights. Neighbors in the downtown area will decorate their homes in jolly holiday style, and the most bedazzled winner receives a travel- ing trophy. The enclosed trolley will take people around the more established parts of Waukee to showcase these residents’ holiday lights. The trolley will pick up and drop off at the community center. Back for another year is the fun reindeer games scavenger hunt for kids to participate in. The hunt will take them around the different location of the down- town business district searching for clues W NE inside businesses, the community center and the Vince Meyer Learning Center, along with clues outside near Triangle Park. To pick up your clue list, stop by the gazebo at Triangle Park. Those who fill out a complete scavenger hunt form will be entered to win gift cards from various local businesses. Kids can return them to the community center after they’ve found everything. Clues might include something like “How many snowflakes are hanging in the Classic Floral window?” While you’re out and about enjoy- ing the festivities, kids can also get their pictures taken with several snowman cut- outs. The city will have luminaries leading the way from Triangle Park to all of the locations that are hosting something like businesses, the Vince Meyer Learning Center and the community center. Just follow the luminaries to find activities to participate in. “To me it’s a great community event with the season coming up, and it makes everyone gather together and share in its traditional and festive holiday envi- ronment,” says Danae Edwards of the parks and recreation department. “People love the tradition, just getting together “People love the tradition, just getting together with your neighbors and meeting new people in town.” — Danae Edwards Visit Valley West Mall’s WINTER WONDERLAND! FAVORITE SANTA Ride the train! Santa Hours: Take pictures with Santa! November 12 th -December 23 rd FREE coloring book and crayons for kids! Mon.-Sat: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. For more information and photo packages pricing, Sunday: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. visit www.valleywestmall.com Christmas Eve: 10 a.m.-Noon 6 Waukee Living NOVEMBER | 2016 www.iowalivingmagazines.com FEATURE with your neighbors and meeting new people in town. With Waukee growing so fast, it’s great way to celebrate together and meet new people.” Committee member and local business owner Lyn Schafer has been involved with WinterFest for many years. Her favorite thing is seeing the kids’ reactions to the magical evening. “I’m involved because my flower shop is downtown, and it is important not only for the businesses to be more visible to people but also to continue the hometown feeling we have in Waukee,” she says. “Waukee has always been a tight-knit community, and even with the growth we are having, that must continue.” A fun family experience Waukee mom Aly Mash and her kids have been coming to the event with her family for years. The Waukee native says they all love it, and it’s definitely a big part of their holiday traditions now. “I grew up in Waukee and so anytime there is any community event or local business that needs support, I am a huge proponent of that,” she says. “WinterFest is one of those things. Waukee is growing so fast, and it’s very differ- ent from the Waukee I grew up in, so anytime the city does one of these events, it’s a great time to have that growing community still have that small-town feel.” Mash is happy to attend the event, and she says her kids — Drew, 14; Teagan, 9; Rylen, 5 and Gabriella, 4 — are excited that the event has gotten bigger. “From just being in the community center where you can have cookies to now where there’s Santa and everything, it’s so fun,” she says. “We planned to just go for a short time last year, and we were there for two hours. In our busy lives with four children, things like this are a thing of the past in other places, and it’s a great thing for families to experience, too.” “Last year it was so wonderful the way they had it set up, and when Santa arrived, my kids’ faces lit up,” she says. “Sometimes that magic gets lost or is dwindling a bit, but even for my older ones, it was really special. There was such a feeling of the holiday spirit.” For more information about WinterFest, visit www.waukee.org/WinterFest. Organizers also want to emphasize that due to traffic and road closures (Walnut Street between Fifth and Seventh Streets, Sixth Street between Ashworth Drive and Classic Floral), people are encouraged to park at the Vince Meyer Learning Center and follow the luminaries to the festivi- ties at the Triangle and community center. n The lighting of the Christmas tree will take place on the Triangle after Santa arrives at 6 p.m. Photo submitted. Great Coverage and Great Discounts AUTO | HOME | LIFE | BUSINESS | RETIREMENT Josh Weitzel 515-318-6958 www.countryfinancial.com/Joshua.Weitzel Josh.Weitzel@countryfinancial.com Let our Family take care of your Family! At COUNTRY Financial, we offer quality coverage and discounts when you combine your auto and home insurance. A safe home will not only protect your family, but save you money. 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Jim Andrus, left, with his 2007 Ultra Classic and his good buddy, John Coryell, at the motorcycle rally at Sturgis, South Dakota. Photo submitted. Joker’s way Harley Ultra Classic holds bittersweet memories By Lisa Verhey-Budding Design Alliance and Waukee Chamber members at the Design Alliance 25 year anniversary celebration on Oct. 28. NEWS BRIEFS Free Thanksgiving meal at Mickey’s Mickey’s Irish Pub Waukee is offering a free Thanksgiving lunch on Thursday, Nov. 26 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. The buffet is available to those who cannot afford a large spread for their families or just want some company to spend the holiday with. The meal will include turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green bean casserole, rolls, dessert, etc. There is a free will donation available for those who want to give. All of the money this year will be donated to Amanda the Panda, a grief center that offers services to Iowa families struggling with the death of a loved one. If you prefer to donate a food item, salads or desserts are appreciated. Waukee Veterans Hall needs maintenance The Waukee Veterans Hall needs significant maintenance. To accomplish a large portion of the maintenance, the Waukee American Legion requested and received a $5,000 grant from the Home Depot Foundation. In using the grant funds, the local Home Depot Store was contacted, and the store manager and staff have been helpful in completing some of the maintenance. Employees of Home Depot agreed to bring a number of employee volun- teers to replace the back door, replace the window blinds and paint the interior of Veterans Hall. The volunteers planned to complete the activities on Nov. 16. Waukee Veterans Hall is owned by the city of Waukee and leased to the Waukee American Legion and Waukee VFW. Recently, the city of Waukee gave the American Legion $2,500 to improve the electrical system, put concrete at the rear entrance and other maintenance on the building. Also, a member of Boy Scout Troop 182 built and placed a U.S. flag collection box outside of Veterans Hall for community members to place their damaged flags for proper retirement. Contact Nick Nichols at (515) 851-1376 or Jerry Foster at (515) 979-5350 if you have any questions. n 8 Waukee Living NOVEMBER | 2016 www.iowalivingmagazines.com J im Andrus, 67, says he has been riding motorcycles his entire life. He is definitely a Harley Davidson kind of guy and currently owns a 2007 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic. He has bittersweet memo- ries of when and why he chose to buy this particular bike many years ago. “I had a girlfriend at the time that was suffering from breast can- cer,” he says. “She had never been to the Sturgis rally in South Dakota, and I wanted to take her there on a nice bike. I bought this one because of her physical condition so she could travel comfortably and safely. I did not want to have to worry about breaking down on my other bike. This was the only time she got to go to Sturgis.” Andrus and his current girl- friend of eight years, Teresa Seeley, 55, enjoys many aspects of the Ultra Classic, including the special back riding seat. “It has the perfect fit for some- one my size and a great feel for the long rides we sometimes go on,” she says. “I can enjoy myself greatly and not have a care in the world.” A few of the destinations that Andrus and Seeley head out to when the weather permits include Ledges State Park and rallies at State Center, Saylorville Lake and Haver Hill. “Our favorite place to ride is probably Haver Hill, which is south of Marshalltown,” Seeley says. “It is a nice ride and beautiful in that area. We always go to the Haver Hill Social Club that serves great food and drinks and is in a gorgeous old building just full of antique decor. It is a really small town that does not even have a Casey’s Store.” Andrus says he and Seeley trav- el a lot alongside their friends, John and Chris. “John and I have been to Sturgis several times and a couple times with the girls,” Andrus says. “We like to do short rides to Saylorville and stop in at the Water’s Edge in Polk City.” Andrus says he likes to ride safe and has invested in face masks for himself and Seeley. “You can get them in pretty much any design, and they are really comfortable,” he says. “They protect your face and eyes from the wind and the sun and keep you warm in the cold. They really are fantastic. Teresa has a tiger face and I, of course, have a joker face.” n Contact Darren Tromblay at 953-4822 ext. 304 or darren@ dmcityview.com to recommend someone for an upcoming issue of “What’s In Your Garage?” CITY NEWS Water Tower Refurbishment Project Completed From July through October, crews worked on the City’s water tower to make repairs and updates. They sandblasted and painted the interior and exterior with corrosion-resistant paint. The tower features the City’s new logo which was adopted in November 2015, and the bottom of the bowl is highlighted with the brand’s signature blue color. The tower was refilled with water, and is back online serving the community. FRIDAY, DEC. 2 4:30 p.m. - Downtown Business Open Houses Important Winter Parking and Snow Removal Reminders Waukee’s snow ordinance goes into effect when more than an inch of snow is forecast. Parking is not allowed on public streets during that time. Vehicles remaining on City streets are subject to $25 fines and/ or towing. It is also unlawful to place, throw or push snow onto City streets from private property. Property owners are responsible for clearing snow from all sidewalks adjacent to private property. Sidewalks must be cleared within 24 hours after a snowfall. If snow covers a fire hydrant, please clear the snow around the hydrant. This will save precious time for firefighters in the event of a nearby fire. Please watch the City of Waukee’s Facebook page, Twitter feed and website for snow notifications. Receive text alerts by signing up for Nixle at Nixle.com. 6 p.m. SHARP - Tree Lighting with Santa Claus and Mayor Peard 6:15-8 p.m. - Visit Santa at the Community Center 6:15-8 p.m. - Ice sculptor, trolley light tours, scavenger hunt, carolers, Waukee Arts Council activities and more! www.Waukee.org/WinterFest Upcoming Events & Dates Waukee Commercial Development Highlights The City issued a record 172 building permits in October alone. Here are updates on several current commercial projects: The road through Waukee Central was recently paved, and construction has begun on Waukee Dental. Grading and utility work are underway at the site of the Knapp Office Development in Kettlestone. The Goddard School just wrapped up construction and is now open for business. Taco Bell is currently under construction with opening anticipated for early 2017. SportsPlex West is adding a second building and additional parking. Progress is also moving along on the future location of Greater Iowa Credit STAY Union at the intersection of University Avenue and CONNECTED! Alice’s Road. • Last Yard Waste Collection Monday, Nov. 28, 7 a.m. • WinterFest Fri., Dec. 2, 4:30-8 p.m. Downtown Triangle • Christmas Carnival Sat., Dec. 3, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Waukee Public Library • City Council Meetings Dec. 5 and 19, 5:30 p.m. • Christmas Tree Collection Jan. 2 and 9, 7 a.m. • FamilyFest Sat., Jan. 21, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Lutheran Church of Hope - Waukee Visit www.Waukee.org to sign up for News Flashes and the monthly e-newsletter. /CityofWaukeeIowa @CityofWaukee @CityofWaukee www.iowalivingmagazines.com NOVEMBER | 2016 Waukee Living 9 10 CALENDAR To submit calendar items for consideration, send information to darren@dmcityview.com THINGS TO DO IN TOWN Nov. 29 Boys varsity basketball game Waukee vs. Des Moines North Waukee H.S. - Field House 7:45 p.m. Waukee High School varsity boys basketball. www.cimlcentral.org Nov. 30 Dec. 1 Dec. 6 Varsity wrestling meet Waukee vs. Des Moines East Waukee High School - Field House 7:30 p.m. Varsity basketball game Waukee vs. Des Moines East Waukee High School Field House Girls 6:15 p.m. Boys 7:45 p.m. Waukee High School varsity wrestling. www.cimlcentral.org Waukee High School varsity basketball. www.cimlcentral.org Dec. 2 Dec. 12 WinterFest Triangle Park and Waukee Community Center 6-8 p.m. Help Santa light the holiday tree in Triangle Park at 6 p.m. www.waukee.org Holiday Networking Luncheon Waukee Community Center 675 Walnut St. 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Join the West Side Chambers of Commerce to hear from local elected legislators about the upcoming session. www.waukeechamber.com Join the Waukee Area Chamber of Commerce for our Holiday Networking Luncheon. Cost: $20 in advance, $25 day of registration. www.waukeechamber.com Dec. 3 Boys varsity swimming meet Waukee vs. Des Moines Hoover Waukee YMCA 5 p.m. Waukee High School varsity boys swimming. www.cimlcentral.org Waukee High School varsity bowling. www.cimlcentral.org Dec. 15 West Side Legislative Forum Des Moines Golf and Country Club 1600 Jordan Creek Parkway West Des Moines 7:30-9 a.m. Dec. 1 Boys/girls varsity bowling meet Waukee vs. WDM Valley Warrior Lanes 3:30 p.m. Dec. 17 Christmas Carnival Waukee Public Library 950 S. Warrior Lane 10 a.m. - noon Enjoy the Festival of Trees and sweet treats from the WPL Friends Foundation. www.waukee.org Varsity wrestling tournament Waukee High School Field House 8:30 a.m. Waukee High School varsity wrestling. www.cimlcentral.org CONSTRUCTION IS GOING ON NEXT DOOR, SO WE ARE GIVING DEALS! 1 month FREE with minimum 4 month rental CLEAR THE CLUTTER WITH OUR SECURE & CONTROLLED STORAGE AVAILABILITY! • ON-SITE SECURITY • MOVE-IN SPECIALS • CLIMATE-CONTROLLED AVAILABLE 10 Waukee Living 225 NE VENTURE DRIVE • WAUKEE • 515.987.1652 • WA U K E E S T O R A G E M A S T E R S . C O M NOVEMBER | 2016 www.iowalivingmagazines.com CALENDAR To submit calendar items for consideration, send information to darren@dmcityview.com ... AND MORE IN THE AREA Nov. 25-27 Gun Show Iowa State Fairgrounds 4-H Bldg. 3000 E. Grand Ave. Des Moines Friday 5-9 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Guns, guns and more guns. Price: Adults $7, ages 12 and younger $1. www.iowastatefairgrounds.org Dec. 11 Ronald Dahl’s “Willy Wonka” Des Moines Community Playhouse 831 42nd St. Des Moines 5 p.m. Join Charlie Bucket on a delicious adventure through Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory. Tickets $25-$45. www.dmplayhouse.com Dec. 14 “A Christmas Carol” Des Moines Social Club’s Kum and Go Theater Ninth and Cherry streets Des Moines 7:30 p.m. Repertory Theater of Iowa’s “A Christmas Carol” by Larry Carpenter from the story by Charles Dickens. rtiowa.com/a-christmas-carol-2016 Dec. 15 Iowa Energy vs. Austin Spurs Wells Fargo Arena 233 Center St. Des Moines 7 p.m. Experience the energy of D-League basketball at Wells Fargo Arena. iowa.dleague.nba.com Dec. 17 Iowa Wild vs. Manitoba Wells Fargo Arena 233 Center St. Des Moines 7 p.m. Hit the ice with the Wild at Wells Fargo Arena. Price: $9-$45; children younger than 2 are admitted free. www.iowawild.com Dec. 17 Dec. 21 Santa at the Zoo Blank Park Zoo 7401 S.W. Ninth St. Des Moines 10 p.m. Sounds of the Season Valley Junction Community Center 217 Fifth St. West Des Moines, 7 p.m. Bring the family and enjoy a day of holiday fun. After snapping a photo with Santa explore the wonders of the zoo. www.blankparkzoo.com A concert by the West Des Moines Community Band of holiday and seasonal music. Christmas treats provided. westdesmoinescommunityband.shutterfly. com Dec. 22 Triple Espresso Temple Theatre 1011 Locust St. Des Moines 7:30 p.m. A comedy story of the three guys seeking showbiz fortune and fame. Tickets start at $20. www.dmplayhouse.com www.iowalivingmagazines.com NOVEMBER | 2016 Waukee Living 11 SENIOR LIVING Giving thanks is good for health Maintain an “attitude of gratitude” throughout the year By Susan Ray I n the United States, Thanksgiving Day is a holi- day celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. It became an official federal holiday in 1863. The idea of setting aside time to give thanks for one’s blessings is almost as old as the North American continent itself. In the early days, Thanksgiving Day was a celebration of the bountiful harvest and giving thanks for the reward of their labor in the fields. Although as Americans gather today for Thanksgiving Day things are considerably different as we feast, watch Thanksgiving, parades, play football and visit with family, the tradition of com- ing around a table to give thanks remains a common thread. Did you know that being in a routine of giving thanks has health benefits? Studies have shown that peo- ple who regularly practice being thankful may reap health benefits. Robert Emmons, a psychology professor at the University of California at Davis, has been a leading researcher in this growing field termed “positive psychol- ogy.” His research has found that those who adopt an “attitude of gratitude” as a state of mind experience many health benefits. 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A word of advice on the towel: use a flour sack towel or something similar. Do not use a terry cloth towel or most of your cake will stay on the towel when you unroll it. Be gentle when pulling off the wax paper and also when unrolling the cake after it cools as it may stick a bit and need to be coaxed along. Mom always filled the cake roll with vanilla ice cream, but feel free to experiment with other flavors. Peppermint ice cream would be par- ticularly good at Christmas. And if you want to go all out, offer hot fudge sauce on the side. Either way, it’s a delicious and impressive dessert to offer your family and friends. n Chocolate cake roll Ingredients 3 large eggs at room temperature 1 cup cake flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup cocoa 1/3 cup cold coffee 1 teaspoon vanilla I cup sugar Directions 1. Preheat the oven to 375º. 2. Grease or spray a jelly roll pan. Line it with wax paper, allowing about a 2-inch overhang on the short ends. Lightly grease or spray the paper. 3. Begin beating the eggs at high speed until they begin to thicken. Add the sugar 1 or 2 tablespoons at a time and continue beating until eggs are thick and light. www.iowalivingmagazines.com 4. Add the coffee and vanilla and blend in gently. 5. Sift the flour, baking powder, salt and cocoa together and fold in gently. 6. Spread the mixture evenly into the jelly roll pan. Bake at least 12 minutes, but no more than 15, until the cake springs back to the touch. 7. While the cake is baking, lay out a tea towel and sprinkle it with pow- dered sugar. 8. When the cake is done, turn it out onto the tea towel and peel off the paper. Roll it up loosely with the towel inside it and put it on a rack, seamed side down, to cool. 9. After it cools, unroll it and spread with a quart of softened ice cream, leaving an uncovered border around the edge. 10. Roll it up, wrap it in foil and freeze until firm. NOVEMBER | 2016 Waukee Living 13 LIBRARY NEWS HEALTH Q: I have TMJ Syndrome. What can I do? A: Do you or someone you know suffer from jaw pain, clenching or grinding of the teeth, headaches, dizziness, ringing of the ears or facial pain? Have you been treated by other chiropractors, dentists or medical doctors for headaches and they don’t seem to get any better? You may be suffering from TMJ Syndrome. Studies show that 40-78 percent of the population may suffer from TMJ Syndrome or jaw pain. Conventional treatments for this include muscle relaxants, painkillers and some form of mouth guard. These procedures may be effective in treating the symptoms but they do not address the cause of the problem. The cause of most TMJ problems is the alignment and integrity of the jaw and/or the upper neck. The motion of the jaw and the upper neck are directly related; as one moves the other moves. We are here to let you know that there is hope and something you can do. Some chiropractors have studied extensively outside of their normal schooling on the diagnosis, adjusting and rehabilitation of TMJ Syndrome. Most of these chiropractors have more than a 90 percent suc- cess rate helping with TMJ problems. The adjusting procedure used has no “cracking,” mouth guards, instruments or anything going in the mouth. It is completely safe, gentle and extremely effective. It help with the pain but it will address the problem and educate you on how to avoid it in the future. Please call a chiropractor and see if he or she is comfortable to help you take care of the problem, not just the symptoms. n Information provided by Dr. Wes Nyberg, Waukee Wellness and Chiropractic, 710 Alice’s Road, Waukee, 978-6661. FREE ORIENTATION THIRD TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH 6:30pm Dr. Wes Nyberg CHIROPRACTIC • EXERCISE MASSAGE • MEDITATION NUTRITION WAUKEE WELLNESS & CHIROPRACTIC 710 ALICES ROAD • WAUKEE • 978.6661 www.waukeewellness.com • www.8ww.com 14 Waukee Living NOVEMBER | 2016 www.iowalivingmagazines.com Christmas carnival at the Waukee Library Festival of Trees launches on Dec. 3 By Leah White D rop into the library on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to noon to welcome in the holiday season. Enjoy the atmosphere with the launch of the library’s 11th annual Festival of Trees and sweet treats from the WPL Friends Foundation. Adults can have fun voting for their favorite tree and start Christmas shopping while supporting teen programs at the library by bidding on gift baskets from our Teen Advisory Board. Kids of all ages can have their picture taken with Santa, make seasonal crafts and join in some reindeer games — candy cane table hockey, antler ring toss, pin the nose on Rudolph and more. For more library information, go to www.waukeepubliclibrary.org. Contact us at askme@waukee.org or (515) 978-7944. Upcoming events Winter Reading Program Nov. 17 through Jan. 31 Family Winter Reading Program: Sign up and read as a family. For each reading log your fam- ily completes your family will be Waukee Public Library entered to win one of three grand 950 Warrior Lane prizes. We know families come in 515-978-7944 all shapes and sizes. You deter- Mon. - Thur.: mine who makes up your family. 9:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Adult Winter Reading Friday: 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Program: Sign up for the adult Saturday: 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. reading program, log your hours Sunday: 1-4 p.m. (Sept. - May) and activities, and you will be entered into our grand prize drawing. New! We will also be introducing a new online sign up and tracking program called Beanstack, where you can register the entire family, log your reading and earn incentives. Sign up today at www.waukeelibrary. beanstack.org. Family Movie: “Kung Fu Panda 3,” Dec. 3, 1p.m. Families are invited to watch a movie on the big screen at the library and enjoy free fresh popcorn, popped by our teen volunteers. Movies are not super- vised by library staff. Movie Matinee: “White Christmas,” Dec. 13, 1:30 p.m. Each month watch a movie on the library’s big screen. Movies are free with popcorn and beverages available. n HEALTH Seeds: small but mighty Seeds offer health and body benefits By Erin Good and Lori Graff T hanksgiving is all about eat- ing (and being with your loved ones). Give thanks for your health, happiness and the love of family and friends this year while also focusing on the small things, like seeds. For little guys, seeds are nutritional powerhouses load- ed with healthy fats, fiber, protein and minerals like calcium, zinc and magnesium. Plus, research suggests regular consumption of seeds may contribute to better management of blood sugar and appetite. Try snacking on seeds for improved cardiovascular, digestive, immune and bone health. They are great added in soups or salads for an added pop of color and crunch, garnishes in stir-fry or as a tasty treat for breakfast in oatmeal and parfaits. Four super seeds you should be eating: Pumpkin “pepitas” seeds: These sweet and chewy seeds con- tain iron, a mineral that helps main- tain high energy levels, in addition to magnesium, phosphorus and zinc. Plus, they have more than 8 grams of protein per ounce. Pepitas are a great nut-free alternative in holiday recipes. • Secret Gobble Tip: Roast 1 cup seeds with 1/2 teaspoon each paprika, chili powder and sea salt for an easy to-go snack. Pomegranate seeds: Nature’s “sweet tarts” — this juicy seed is a low-cal winner. It’s packed with antioxidants, vitamin C and fiber. Power to the pomegranate! This gorgeous fruit is starting to pop up more and more in holiday dishes from pear and pomegranate salsa to pomegranate and pecan Make Healthy Eating Fun Again! Off-site nutrition presentations, team building cooking classes, and more! roasted Brussels sprouts. • Secret gobble tip: Spoon onto toast with PB, hold the J. Sesame seeds: This tasty seed is high in calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium and B vitamins. Enjoy whole seeds in savory and sweet recipes or ground seeds in tahini and hummus products. • Secret gobble tip: Toasting amplifies flavor and adds a nice crunch for a coating on chicken or fish. Sunflower seeds: High in B vitamins, which help promote a healthy immune system, as well as vitamin E, zinc, potassium and fiber. These seeds are also a good source of folate. With a low smoke point, sunflower oil can be used in cooking as well as salad dressings. Sunflower butter also makes a tasty alternative to peanut butter for school. • Secret gobble tip: Help balance your hormones more natu- rally through seed rotation. Women can consume flaxseed and pumpkin seeds during days 1-14 and sesame and sunflower seeds during days 14-28 of their monthly cycle. For more personalized infor- mation on using seeds to improve your health contact your Waukee Hy-Vee dietitians. n Information provided by Erin Good, RD LD and Lori Graff, RD LD. Waukee Hy-Vee, 1005 E. Hickman Road,Waukee, 515-216-2770. Your Waukee Hy-Vee Dietitians can provide interactive nutrition presentations, or “lunch ‘n’ learns”, at your business to help keep your employees healthy and happy. Topics range from Effortless Entertaining, Let’s Talk Health and Holiday Food, Secrets Hiding in Your Food and more! Erin or Lori can also lead a team building workshop featuring hands-on cooking. Contact your Waukee Dietitians today at 515-216-2770 for more details on scheduling a wellness event today. (515) 216-2770 • E., 1005 Hickman Rd, Waukee www.iowalivingmagazines.com NOVEMBER | 2016 Waukee Living 15 Waukee High School BOWLING – BOYS Date 11-22-16 11-29-16 12-06-16 12-12-16 12-19-16 01-09-17 01-12-17 01-16-17 01-26-17 02-06-17 02-09-17 Time 3:45PM 3:30PM 3:45PM 3:30PM 3:30PM 3:30PM 3:30PM 3:45PM 3:45PM 3:30PM TBD Opponent Mason City DSM Lincoln Fort Dodge WDM Valley Urbandale Des Moines East Ankeny Dowling Catholic Southeast Polk DM Roosevelt Multiple Schools Site Mystic Lanes Warrior Lanes Ridgewood Lanes Warrior Lanes Merle Hay Lanes Warrior Lanes Plaza Lanes Val Lanes Premiere Bowling Warrior Lanes TBA SWIMMING – BOYS Date 11-22-16 12-01-16 12-08-16 12-10-16 12-15-16 01-07-17 01-12-17 01-14-17 01-14-17 01-19-17 01-21-17 02-04-17 02-11-17 Time 5:30PM 5:00PM 5:00PM 11:30AM 5:00PM 11:00AM 5:30PM 10:00AM 10:00AM 5:00PM 11:00AM 12:00PM 12:00PM Opponent Johnston Hoover / North WDM Valley Multiple Ames Johnston Ankeny Multiple Multiple Southeast Polk Multiple TBA Marshalltown Site Summit MS Waukee YMCA Waukee YMCA Holmes JH Ames HS Summit MS Ankeny YMCA Southeast Polk HS Southeast Polk HS Waukee YMCA Valley HS TBA Marshalltown YMCA BOWLING – GIRLS Date 11-22-16 11-29-16 12-06-16 12-12-16 12-19-16 01-09-17 01-12-17 01-16-17 01-26-17 02-06-17 02-09-17 Time 3:45PM 3:30PM 3:45PM 3:30PM 3:30PM 3:30PM 3:30PM 3:45PM 3:45PM 3:30PM TBD Opponent Mason City DSM Lincoln Fort Dodge WDM Valley Urbandale Des Moines East Ankeny Dowling Catholic Southeast Polk DM Roosevelt Multiple Schools Site Mystic Lanes Warrior Lanes Ridgewood Lanes Warrior Lanes Merle Hay Lanes Warrior Lanes Plaza Lanes Val Lanes Premiere Bowling Warrior Lanes TBA EXCEPTIONAL PEOPLE. 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Star followers Waukee Christian gives Advent a modern twist By Michelle Chalkey 3020 Tassel Lane, Adel – 389,900 Ranch, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 3 Car Garage – 1,850 sq. ft.; 3/4 acre lot Qualifies for 7 year, 100% tax abatement; hardwood & tile floors; custom cabinetry & trim; eat-in kitchen; fireplace; office/den; mud room; 1st floor laundry; new dishwasher; microwave; stove 3014 Tassel Lane, Adel – 395,000 2 Story, 4 Bedroom, 4 Bath, 3 Car Garage – 2,406 sq. ft.; 3/4 acre lot Qualifies for 7 year, 100% tax abatement; hardwood & tile floors; custom cabinetry & trim; dining areas; fireplace; main floor office/den; mud room; 2nd floor laundry; new dishwasher; microwave; stove Kent Glenn at 515-494-0300 kent@buysellhomesiowa.com Brett Glenn at 515-480-6597 brett@buysellhomesiowa.com Jim Anderson at 515-321-9211 jim@buysellhomesiowa.com 821 Main Street, Suite B in Adel 18 Office 515-993-2237 | www.buysellhomesiowa.com Waukee Living NOVEMBER | 2016 www.iowalivingmagazines.com W hat do “Star Wars” and scripture have in common? Good and evil. Power and empire. Desire to change the world plagued by feelings of hopelessness. Timeless themes that were prominent in Jesus’s time come through in every installment of the famous movie franchise, which is why Rev. Sue Woods decided to bring the two together this Advent season at Waukee Christian Church. “I like to do services that con- nect people with the culture of their everyday lives,” Woods says. With the new “Star Wars” movie coming out this December, Woods decided to theme her ser- mon series “Star Followers.” Each Sunday of Advent, a fully costumed storm trooper and Princess Leia will open worship services. The services will focus on different themes from the “Star Wars” saga. With titles like “A New Hope,” “The Empire Strikes Back” and “The Force Awakens,” Woods found it easy to connect themes from the movie to religion in the modern world. “Our world is filled with people who want to be better and more generous. They’re con- cerned about their community. I saw these timeless themes of brokenness of the human condi- tion as a way for people to feel a connection to the past and go forward confidently to the future,” she says. Woods notes that for many people, the Christmas season is one of the few times of the year they attend church services. She saw this themed sermon series as a way to make those visitors feel comfortable at Waukee Christian Church and give them something to take home and apply to their lives. “I think it will be something anyone can connect with. (“Star Wars”) is a storyline that’s out there and people know it,” she says. A story, Woods says, can help renew good in people’s lives. As the winter days get shorter and people get stuck in the darkness of the world, stories like “Star Wars” and the Bible can help the world feel connected again. “Scriptures are timeless. Sometimes if we look at it in a new light it can open up new meanings for us,” she says. The Star Followers sermon series runs on Sundays starting Nov. 27 through Dec. 18, and will conclude with a final sermon on New Year’s Day. Sermons are held at Waukee Christian Church at 29045 T Ave. n OUT AND ABOUT PLANNING YOUR NEXT VACATION? Book completely online with the comfort of knowing there is personalized service waiting to help you if you need it! Or just give us a call — it’s that easy. Michael Kleene, Sarah Huston, Bob Ridgway and Barbara Virden at the Design Alliance 25 year anniversary celebration on Oct. 28. It’s Red Kettle Time at The Salvation Army! All donations to the Red Kettles stay in Central Iowa to help our neighbors. Check us out at www.salvationarmy-desmoines.org! Waukee police officers and Iowa Highway Patrol officers were honored by Waukee middle schoolers on Nov. 9. Brayden Zorn and Sgt. Mackenzie Sposeto at the Waukee Public Safety Building on Nov. 9. Buy one game GEt one frEe! Up to a maximum of 3 free games. 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It is important to know your insur- ance needs before you talk to an agent. You might not understand the specific details regarding insur- ance, but you should have an idea of what you need by doing some research online. You will feel more confident with some basic knowledge under your belt. • Ask your neighbors, friends and family for refer- rals. This is a great way to learn about a specific agent, possible prices and customer service habits of someone you’re considering from people who have worked with them firsthand.  • Shop around. Have a list of agents you are considering and have a conversation with each individual. You will feel more com- fortable if you find an agent who is easy to communicate with. Also, explain your situation and ask for quotes to get a feel for prices. • Ask questions. It can be intimidating to speak with some- one who specializes in a field you might not know a lot about, so ask questions. Purchasing insurance is a big decision, and it’s important to know everything before you commit to an insurance policy. Remember, no question is a bad question. • Protect yourself. Make sure you have read everything thoroughly and asked questions on what you didn’t understand. A quality agent is one who educates the client. Remember to ask for copies of everything you sign, and keep the receipts after you pur- chase any type of insurance.       Purchasing insurance is a big decision. Choosing the right agent can help you get the most out of your insurance. LSB Insurance is proud to offer a variety of options and agents that provide you with honest, quality care for all of your insurance needs. Learn more about our high insurance stan- dards on our website and receive a quote today. LSB Insurance, a Lincoln Savings Bank company. 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Investment advice offered through VisionPoint Advisory Group, a registered investment advisor and separate entity from LPL Financial. 1601 westlakes pkwy. #200 • west des moines • 800.282.4032 • www.vpadvisor.com www.iowalivingmagazines.com NOVEMBER | 2016 Waukee Living 21 HISTORY WHERE WE LIVE By 1890, Waukee had grown enough to need banking facilities. On the left is the first bank, Waukee Savings Bank, which was located on the west side of the Triangle in what was known as the Brumfield Building. The small frame building in the center was erected in 1901 to house the Bank of Waukee. (Photo courtesy of the late Larry Phillips.)  Our Triangle A glimpse of yesteryear in Waukee By Sue Ellen Kennedy I n 1938, before Waukee had its first fire engine, the drug store and Dr. Jones’ office on the west side of the Triangle caught fire. They sat north of the Waukee Savings Bank building and south of Linn’s Barbershop at the oppo- site end of the block. It was a three-alarm fire. Waukee, Adel and Dallas Center responded. Both buildings burned down. There was a vacant lot where the buildings once stood. Then, in the early morning hours in January of 1941, the Leonard Building, formally known as Waukee Savings Bank at the Triangle caught fire. Waukee Hardware stands there today. It housed the post office, the telephone exchange, the library, the Hurwitz grocery store and apartments on the second floor. An occupant of one of the apartments, E. G. Crispin, awak- ened and smelled smoke. Fire Chief A.D. Linn was called at 1:10 a.m. and was able to respond immediately with the fire truck, which was kept nearby. The Adel Fire Department was called to aid the Waukee firemen. The battle to contain the fire was hampered by a water shortage. Three cisterns were used, and the water sup- 22 Waukee Living NOVEMBER | 2016 The Prohaska family, Clint, Afton, Sutton, Brynn, Fayln and Allie, with the “choose joy” sign cre- ated by Allie, and hung above their fireplace. Photos by Jackie Wilson. Green in between Living and working in the community By Jackie Wilson A s educators in the Waukee School District, it was important for both Clint and Allie Prohaska to live and work in the same community. Clint is the principal at Eason Elementary, and Allie is a reading teacher at Waukee Elementary. The Prohaskas moved to Waukee 13 years ago. Their cur- rent home they’ve lived at for more than a year is nestled between two busy streets. “When you think of University and Hickman. you may think there’s not much green space in between, but there is,” says Clint. “This place became home quickly.” Both Clint and Allie grew up in small towns and wanted their kids to experience the same small-town feel as they did. Waukee seemed the perfect fit. “When we left college, we didn’t expect Waukee to be called ‘home’,” says Clint. “It speaks vol- umes for both the community and the people.” As a school principal, Clint is involved in the community and school activities. Two of their four children attend the same school where Clint works. “I’m fortunate to be able to see my kids at school during the day,” says Clint. His daughter, Afton, who is in the fifth grade, agrees. “It’s fun to see him in the hall- way,” says Afton. “Or if I want to tell him something cool about my day, he’s there. I can see him at lunch, too.” A big backyard gives the kids lots of room to run and play in. The family is surrounded by kids in the neighborhood. Allie welcomes playmates, moms, dads and friends to hang out at their home and play or chat. “Our home is a revolving door,” says Allie. “We like opening our home to people. Hospitality is important to us.” Their favorite spot in the home is in the family room, with an open floor plan, natural light and an L-shaped sofa, which holds all six family members. They watch movies and play board games. Clint and Allie are pleased with the school, community and neigh- borhood. “We’re grateful and blessed to be a part of this community,” says Allie. “It’s not about the way a home looks, but what’s inside that mat- ters.” n ply was exhausted. Myron Leonard owned the building since 1915. No one was injured. Families who lived in the apartments above were able to stay with friends in Waukee and Des Moines. The fire loss was esti- mated to be more than $15,000. All that remained on the west side of the Triangle was Linn’s Barbershop. It is believed that is where Jane and Friends Salon is today. Postmaster Mrs. L.M. Davis established a temporary post office in a room at the Waukee branch of Brenton Savings Bank, across the street just south from where the smoldering flames remained the next day. A temporary phone exchange was set up in the Waukee Town Hall. The library remained closed until 1942. According to a written account by Clarence Luke, “The west looked like a war zone for a long time.” Where Pin Oak Gallery build- ing sits now was once an empty lot where a horseshoe court was constructed. Later a croquet court was added. Frank Campbell was a professional who frequented the horseshoe court. He pitched at the State Fair every year, accord- Contact Darren Tromblay at 953-4822 ext. 304 or darren@ ing to another written account by dmcityview.com to be featured in a future “Where We Clarence Luke. n Live” column of Waukee Living. www.iowalivingmagazines.com Stunning Story and a Half Home! 345 DUNHAM DRIVE, WAUKEE 5 BR and 5 BA • 4,002 SF • .42 acre lot • Quiet cul-de-sac • $505,000 Bryan Schwartz (515) 974-7604 Malinda Schroeder (515) 991-5092 www.iowalivingmagazines.com NOVEMBER | 2016 Waukee Living 23 OUT AND ABOUT Fall harvest The Waukee Chamber of Commerce held its fall harvest at Timberline Campgrounds on Oct. 18. Tony Doremus and Shannon Payne Joe Brewer Dylan Bogener had his face painted by Paula Nelson. Tiffany Hentges and Paula Nelson Karmen and McKinley Buchhop THAT’S NOT ALL! See even more photos from these events at www.iowalivingmagazines.com, or scan this QR code. Gary Wiedenfeld, Kristin Wiedenfeld, Nick Callison and Elle Callison 24 Waukee Living NOVEMBER | 2016 www.iowalivingmagazines.com OUT AND ABOUT Chamber luncheon The Waukee Chamber held its monthly luncheon and a board of supervisor candidate forum on Oct. 25 at the Village at Legacy Pointe. 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