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Must-See Magic

Posted on Nov. 1, 2023 by Grace Olson

Holiday Performances Bring the Season to Life If there’s one thing that puts the masses in the mood for the holiday season—whether it’s intentional or not!—it’s music. It starts in TV commercials and on the radio early November, and soon enough finds its way into our everyday lives. We’re humming, singing along and all of READ MORE

Bigger and Better Entertainment

Posted on Nov. 1, 2023 by Grace Olson

Shopping for TVs and Home Theaters If you’re thinking about updating your entertainment system or starting a home theater, it can feel a bit overwhelming. There are a lot of choices out there: TVs, projectors, speakers, lighting and more. It can be daunting, but professionals say the new technology they’re seeing is fun—and cost effective. READ MORE

Recipes from Home

Posted on Nov. 1, 2023 by Grace Olson

Chefs’ Favorite Holiday Dishes While there are innumerable reasons to think fondly of the holidays, it’s fair to say the edible side of the season plays a big part. Savory and scrumptious with an undeniable pull of the nostalgic, three area chefs share the special food items from home they look forward to during the READ MORE

29th Annual Golden Fork Awards

Posted on Oct. 1, 2023 by Grace Olson

For 40 years, Fox Cities Magazine has been bringing dining stories to our readers: about fanciful dishes, mouthwatering flavors, restaurant updates and everything in-between. Perhaps the most popular food installment, the Golden Fork Awards, reaches its 29th year in this issue. We’re always proud to celebrate our local restaurants, but there’s something particularly special about READ MORE

Take a Hike!

Revel in Wisconsin’s Nature “Keep close to Nature’s heart… and break clear away, once in a while, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean.” —John Muir When it comes to autumn in Wisconsin, no doubt outdoors is the place to be. Spending time outside is made better READ MORE

Solar-Powered Potential

Harness the Sun’s Energy to Produce your Own Electricity  If you’re a homeowner in Northeast Wisconsin interested in the benefits of solar energy, it may not seem like the most ideal of environments for success and cost-savings—at first glance. We encounter long winters with shorter days in comparison to other areas of the country. We READ MORE

On Tap!

Posted on Aug. 30, 2023 by Grace Olson

Seasonal Brews to Usher in Autumn As Wisconsinites, we’re lucky to experience all four seasons. “Lucky,” that is, if you enjoy the shift in temperature and outdoor activities. Weather brings a change in scenery and flavors, with autumn often focusing on warm, winter spices and pumpkin. This goes for food and cocktails, but don’t forget READ MORE

Winter is Coming!

What to Know to Keep your Home Safe While I’m writing this story in August it’s currently 88 degrees, but I—and any other lifelong Wisconites—don’t ever really forget that winter is coming. To experience four seasons is a part of the charm of living in the Midwest, but that means preparing for them too. Freezing READ MORE

Hometown Charms

Posted on Aug. 30, 2023 by Grace Olson

Local Souvenirs Make the Best Gifts Have you ever “played tourist” for the day? If not, I suggest it. Whether it’s exploring local parks, monuments or nature, it’s worth it to see your city—in our case the Fox Cities—through a different, perhaps more appreciative, lens. When visiting a new place, there’s almost nothing better than READ MORE

Fall Arts Guide

Posted on Aug. 30, 2023 by Grace Olson

Please check in with individual galleries and museums before you visit to ensure you have the most updated information and hours. Allen Priebe and Annex Art Galleries, University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. www.uwosh.edu/priebegalleries Jason Yi, Allen Priebe Gallery September 14 – October 19. Jason S. Wi is an interdisciplinary artist working in photography, video, sculpture, drawing, and READ MORE