1. art and entertainment
2. dance

H E A LT H Y S E N I O R S O F S T E E L E C O U N T Y A L O N G W I T H
BRIAN AND LYNETTE DAWLEY PRESENT:
Dancing with Our
Steele County Stars
SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2015
MEDFORD HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM
A fabulous evening of dancing entertainment & refreshments to support
the seniors living in communities throughout Steele County
Sponsored By:
Dancing with our Steele County Stars
Saturday Evening, April 25, 2015
6:00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Social, raffle items, pictures & vases of dancers
7:00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Welcome by Dale Gandrud, President, Board of Directors
Edna Ringhofer, Executive Director
Introduction of Emcees Karen & Dave Legault
Opening Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “New York New York” by Frank Sinatra
Ross & Michelle Sletten, Tom Boecker, Bessie Peterson, Matt & Annie Jessop,
Lon Thiele, Connie Kniefel, Cole Johnson, and JoAnn Caron
Dancers and Order of Performance
Callan Paffrath & Michael Wurdeman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lindy Hop
“Getting in the Mood” by Bryan Setzer Orchestra
Jeanne & Dean Rhoades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bachata
“Be My Baby” by The Ronettes (from the Dirty Dancing soundtrack)
Amy & Rod Baker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Foxtrot
“I Can’t Dance” by Boppin B (remake of the Phil Collins / Genisis song)
Beth & Brent Svenby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cha Cha
“Dance With Me” by Debelah Morgan (from the Dance with Me soundtrack)
Jessica & Clint Williams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rumba
“Boom” by Anjulie
Angela & Cory Michaelson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Quickstep
“Puttin on the Ritz” by Fred Astaire
Amber & James Konz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Waltz
“At this Moment” by Michael Bublé
Glenda & Paul Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Argentine Tango
“Libertango” by Astror Piazzolla
Healthy Seniors Program Highlight
Senior & Volunteer “Star” Highlight . . . . . . . . . . .Maynard
Maynard Burt and Wayne Camilli
Healthy Seniors Agency Video
Intermission 25 Minutes
Join us in the cafeteria to vote for your favorite couple, enjoy refreshments and
purchase raffle tickets for $10.
You can vote for your favorite couple by putting your audience choice ticket in
the vase for that couple. Money can also be put in the vases of any couple you
wish to support.
Raffle tickets can be put in the box of the item(s) you wish to win. One winning
raffle ticket will be drawn for each item before the awards presentation. Winners
can present their winning ticket after the show in the cafeteria and claim their
prize.
Program Resumes
Bessie Peterson and Chad Reckard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Night Club 2 Step
“In Your Arms” by Rachel Holder
“Senior Spotlight “ Jerrie & Chuck Wencl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Waltz, 2 Step, Jitterbug
“May I Have This Dance For The Rest of My Life” by Ann Murray
“God Bless America” by Julie Tree
“At The Hop” by Danny & The Juniors
Lynette & Brian Dawley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Waltz
“Battlefield” by Sonya Isaacs
Announcement of winner raffle numbers
Presentation of Awards
Fundraising Award: Given to the couple that raises the most money
Audience Choice Award: Given to the couple that has the most tickets in vase
Judges’ Award: Judges determine award based on performance
Final Placements: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
The overall winners are determined by a total of cumulative points earned from
three areas: judges’ score, audience choice ranking and fundraising ranking.
Callan Paffrath & Michael Wurdeman
My name Is Callan Paffrath. I am 24 years
old and am co-owner of Paffrath Jewelers in
Owatonna. I was a dancer for about 13 years
and I was also a figure skater for about 13
years. So doing dancing with the stars was a lot
of fun for me. My parents are Ted and Marcia
Paffrath and I have been a part of the Owatonna
community all of my life. So getting to dance in
front of them tonight is really exciting for me!
Hi, I am Michael Wurdeman, son of Dan and
Carol Wurdeman of Owatonna. I am a 2008 OHS graduate and I received my
Bachelor of Science Degree from Winona State University in December 2011. I
work for South Central Human Relations Center as a mental health practitioner and
will be receiving my Masters Degree in Counselor Education in May. I enjoy riding
my motorcycle, playing volleyball, fishing in Canada, hanging out with friends and
cheering on the WILD.....and oh yes, dancing with Callan Paffrath.
Jeanne & Dean Rhoades
Dean and Jeanne live in Owatonna with their 2
children Jenna (16), Mason (14), their bulldog
Bailey and cat Jimmy. They arrived in Owatonna
about 10 years ago by way of Phoenix, Arizona.
As can be expected, they are still trying to get
acclimated but truly love the people and the
community. A transfer with Federated for Dean
brought them to Owatonna. He has been
employed with Federated for 28 years. Jeanne
has been working as the service coordinator for
Healthy Seniors for over seven years and is grateful
to be associated with such a great organization. They are active at Trinity Church,
like to golf and like to travel. Now add to the list like to dance!
The DWS experience has been a fun one. They never thought they could learn to
dance but have enjoyed the adventure. Dance, anyone? A big thank you to all the
people that have supported their DWS experience!
Amy & Rod Baker
Rod and Amy Baker are a young, older couple.
They will be celebrating thirteen years of marriage
in June (that’s the young part) and Rod’s 50th
birthday in July (that’s the older part). Rod and
Amy met when Amy was chair of the Music In
Owatonna, Blues Festival. She was in need of a
“blues music” consultant, and was told that Rod
Baker would be her man. Their friends at Trinity
Lutheran Church had a little something to do with
their getting together as well. Rod has been an
IT guy at Federated Insurance for 27 years. Rod
continues to involve himself in volunteer activities
that include music, carpentry and electrical work
(and sometimes beer)…BrewFest, Steele County History Center events, CulturFest and
assisting with audio and video needs at Trinity. Recently, Amy joined the staff at Trinity
as Communications Coordinator. Amy’s alma mater is the University of Wisconsin –
Eau Claire and she grew up in Blooming Prairie. Rod’s roots are in Iowa and he is
a graduate of Augustana College, Sioux Falls, SD. Rod and Amy have four children,
Payton, Landyn, Nolan and Erin, ages 20, 17, 11 & 7 respectively. The range
of elementary school to college activities keeps Rod and Amy on their “dancing”
toes. This has been their only dancing experience prior to Dancing with Our Stars of
Steele County. They are excited to be part this event that has been so successful in
raising funds for Healthy Seniors. They are looking forward to showing off their much
improved dance skills.
Beth & Brent Svenby
Brent and Beth are Owatonna natives who have
been married for 11 years. They spend the majority
of their time with their four children; Spencer (20
and at the University of Minnesota), Maria (17
and headed to the University of Minnesota in the
fall), Lane (12) and Ty (10). Beth is the Principal at
Washington Elementary School while Brent works
as a Senior Administrative Analyst for the City of
Rochester. Both keep very active outside of family
and work through volunteering their time giving
back to the community. While Beth directs the
From The Heart Half Marathon/5K race offering financial support to families on a
journey with cancer, Brent spends his time serving on the Owatonna City Council
currently serving his third term and as a director on the Steele County Free Fair
Board. With any remaining time, Beth enjoys training and running several road
races and is currently training for her second full marathon in May, while Brent
is out snowmobiling, biking, camping and boating with family and friends. Both
Brent and Beth have enjoyed learning to dance together while raising money for a
wonderful organization that helps our Steele County senior citizens.
Jessica & Clint Williams
Jessica and Clint have been happily coexisting
for over 12 years now and will be celebrating
their 6th wedding anniversary this June. This
couple is representing our Ellendale area in this
year’s show. Both of them grew up in the area
and both are graduates of NRHEG School.
Jessica graduated from Bemidji State University,
where she majored in Elementary Education, in
January of this year. She is currently teaching at
the NRHEG Elementary School in Ellendale. Clint
is a Product Manager at Itron in Waseca, where
he has been employed for over 12 years. The happy couple lives in Geneva with
their three children: Mia – 13, Gracie – 8, and Lex – 3.
Angela & Cory Michaelson
Cory and Angela were married in Owatonna in
1997 and are the proud parents of two children.
Katla (15) is a freshman at OHS and swims for the
OHS Swim Team. She enjoys showing dog and
horse and is an amazing young artist. Leif (11)
is in 5th grade and enjoys his position as goalie
for his hockey team. If you are a veteran, please
introduce yourself to Leif as he is a fanatic for the
history of American military especially WWII.
Angela, originally from Blooming Prairie, was
self-employed for several years before deciding
to take some time off to raise Katla and Leif. She
loves being able to show horse with her daughter.
As many of you know, nothing comes between
Angela and her horses. Cory grew up in Owatonna and watched his dad help
the community through his work. He knew early on that he wanted to have a
similar impact on people in his career. Cory graduated with Mortuary Science
and Master of Business Administration degrees from the University of Minnesota.
He worked with his parents at Michaelson Funeral Home for ten years before
purchasing the business from them in 2006. The family enjoys time together at
Beaver Lake and are avid water sports enthusiasts.
Amber & James Konz
Amber, a native to Steele County, graduated from
Blooming Prairie. She and James were married in
2006. Both grew up on farms, each located about
5 miles from small towns and said they’d never go
back. However, after trying the city life Amber’s
dad and brother asked James to come work with
them at JD Green and BP Pumping. James and
Amber decided to come “home” and truly feel
they have found where home is. They enjoy being
involved with the Catholic Church in Blooming
Prairie: Amber teaching religious education, James
with music and Youth Choir. Amber is an Education Assistant at St. Mary’s School
in Owatonna. When not working they love playing with their children, watching
movies, being outside, summer vacations, game nights, and jam sessions with the
Lights of Litomysl. Even though they have little prior dance experience they eagerly
“waltzed” into this challenge with great enthusiasm. They hope the hard work and
many hours of practicing they put in help make for an unforgettable night!
Glenda & Paul Smith
Paul and Glenda have thoroughly enjoyed dancing
these past 10 weeks! Beyond stepping on each
other once in a while, they have enjoyed learning
something new together. Paul and Glenda met
20 years ago, while attending Waldorf College
(Paul was Glenda’s first interview for the college
newspaper). They also spent many hours traveling
together in college while singing in Waldorf’s choir.
Upon moving to Owatonna, they dove into many
opportunities our community offers, including joining
Trinity Lutheran Church, serving on several non-profit
and youth sports boards, coaching youth sports, and helping with local political
campaigns. Recently, they enjoy watching their two children find new interests
and hobbies. Abby (12), is a 6th grader at Willow Creek, and Owen (9) is a 3rd
grader at Washington, both currently playing soccer. As Iowa natives, they have
called Owatonna home for over 15 years. Federated Insurance brought Paul to
Owatonna 18 years ago, and Glenda joined him two years later after graduating
from Iowa State, when they were married in August of 1999. In 2000 Glenda
joined the team at Tri M Graphics, which is how she was originally introduced
to Healthy Seniors. With the convincing of some friends (thanks Amy!), here we
are….dancing the Argentine Tango. Hope you enjoy the show!
The Dances
Argentine Tango – A dance in 2/4 time, which originated in Argentina
and is characterized by catlike walking action and staccato head
movements.
Bachata - is a style of social dance from the Dominican Republic which
is now danced all over the world.
Cha Cha - gets its name and character from its distinct repetitive foot
rhythm. This famous Latin dance with its sexy hip movements is often
danced to upbeat top 40 music.
Foxtrot - is characterized by smooth, walking-style movements, but
can be adapted to fit a variety of musical tempo and style, or to fit onto
small, crowded nightclub dance floors.
Lindy Hop - A lively energetic social partner dance which is primarily
derived from Lindy Swing. Characterized by circular patterns and a six
count basic utilizing a rock step. Made popular in the 50’s and 60’s to
Rock & Roll
Quickstep - The movement of the dance is fast and powerfully flowing
and sprinkled with syncopations. The upbeat melodies that quickstep is
danced to make it suitable for both formal and informal events.
Rumba – A slow sensuous dance originating in Cuba. A slow
to medium tempo Latin American dance in 4/4 time, which is
characterized by sensual, provocative movements and gestures.
Waltz - Characterized by rise and fall which gives a smooth, graceful
movement around the dance floor. Waltz music has a very distinctive
one-two-three tempo.
Judges
Steve Caron - Steve and his wife, JoAnn started their Country
Western dance career over 20 years ago with community ed
classes. From there they went on to help form a local dance group
in their area. After lots of encouragement, they started competing
on the Country Western dance circuit primarily in the upper
Midwest area. During their competition years they won 7 Grand
Champion titles and 1 Overall Finals Championship. They retired
from competition to raise their family but continue to take lesson
and workshops to broaden their knowledge of dance. They can
be found most weekends with a group of friends out dancing.
JoAnn will be dancing in the opening number.
Jennifer Libby - Jennifer Libby is President of the Owatonna
Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism and has been in the
community for 16 years. Prior to the Chamber, Jennifer was
employed at United Health Group, CYBEX Intl, Inc. and Phillips
Plastics. She resides in Owatonna with her family and is the proud
mother of four children, who make every day amazing. She enjoys
running, yoga, reading and travel.
Matt & Annie Jessop - Matt and Annie Jessop have been married
for 12 years and have two sons. Annie is employed at Gopher Sport
as a Customer Care Advocate and Matt works at Owatonna Shoe
in beautiful downtown Owatonna. They competed last year in
Dancing With Our Steele County Stars and feel passionate about
supporting the Healthy Seniors organization.
AWARDS
Fundraising Award: Given to the couple that raises the most
money
Audience Choice Award: Given to the couple that has the most
tickets in vase
Judges’ Award: Judges determine award based on performance
Final Placements: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd : The overall winners are
determined by a total of cumulative points earned from three areas:
judges’ score, audience choice ranking and fundraising ranking.
Thank You to our Sponsors
Diamond Sponsors $1,000
J-C Press
KOWZ Radio
KORN Country
Michaelson Funeral Home
V.F.W. Owatonna Post 3723
Platinum Sponsor $500
Cedar Floral
FDLIC Insurance Company
Haute Tanning
Jeff & Marty Fetters
Paffrath Jewelers
Tony’s Flooring
United Heritage
Gold Sponsors $250
Advantage Real Estate
Ann & Stephan Constantinou
Bill & Anne Beer
Courtney Hartle &
Tamora Klemmensen
Don Loveless
Dan Nechville Berkshire
Hathaway Home Services
Doug Ruth Photography
Four Seasons Electric Ryan &
Kara Spindler
Gene & Rita Michaelson
Heinz Insurance – David &
Sheila Otterson
Hometown Credit Union
In-Corp Properties - Gary &
Nancy Noble
J D Green
Spare Time Entertainment
Steve Searl & Alane Bendsten
Wenger Corporation
Silver Sponsors $100
Ace Construction - Dave &
Maureen Schlobohm
Brian & Kari Bunkers
Britt Michaelson
Connie & Doug Ruth
Community Bank Owatonna
Craig & Janie Bishop
Darrick’s Preferred Auto
Dow Chiropractic
Doyle & Sue Anne Johnson
Groundmasters of Owatonna
Jeff & Elizabeth Malo
Jim & Gabrielle Thon
Joel & Michelle Thiele
Johnson & Doerhofer
Ken & Cheryl Deason
Kent & Liz Kienholz
Knights of Columbus St. Isidore ‘s Council
Mike & Nancy Keller
Mark & Laura Heyne
Mark & Meg Scharmer
Otto & Joanne Havelka
Owatonna Heating & Cooling
Owatonna Natural Health
Clinic Dr Jodi Sampson
Owatonna Shoe Tom &
AnnaMarie Brick
Paul H. Arnfelt
Paul & Phyllis Droher
Phone Station, Inc. Mike
Friesen
Plemel Insurance Agency, Inc.
Tom & Shelly Peterson
Poly Plastics - Andy Michaletz
Profinium, Inc.
R & K Electric
Sean & Hilary Pick
Natural Beauty Salon - Amber
Friesen & Laura Jensen
St Clairs for Men
Stefan & Sarah Gantert
Sun Opta Jon Meyer
Sunnyside Child Care Heidi
Coulter
Wes & Ann Watts
Wells Federal Bank
Wottreng Family Dental
Bronze Sponsors $50
Bornie & Greg Krueger
Brady Windschitl
Delbert Point – Hillyard Floor Care
Carquest Auto Parts
Central Park Coffee
Charles & Laurie Auger
Curly Girlz Candy
Einhaus, Mattison, Carver &
Haberman P.A.
Express Employment
Professionals
Express Pressure Washers
Geneva Lumber Company
Georges of Geneva
Hair Studio One - Brenda
Christianson
Hansen Excavation
Holland Family Dental
Jeff & Mary Mount
Jerry & Joanne Hartmann
Jon & Peggy Hanson
Ludewig Financial Group
Duane & Karen
Main Street Dental Clinics
McGregor Chiropractic PC
Mike & Brenda Jensen
Mike Hamilton
MN Dak Memorials
Napa
Olympic Fire
Owatonna Groundmasters
Prairie Family & Sports Clinic
Rick & Corrine Firme
Robert & Ruth Jaskowiak
Salon Dacapo
Seth & JoAnn Madole
Stefan & Michele Freeman
Tim & Noelle Hale
Todd Boeddker
United Prairie Bank
Welker Custom Homes
Welch’s Auto Supply Inc.
Donations
B to Z Hardware
Bob Rinaldi
Caribou Coffee
Cashwise Foods
Cheryl Deason
Costa’s
Craig & Melissa Block
Dawn Lindall - Selective
Looks
Ellen Stebbins
ERA- Gillespie Real Estate
Ecumen Brooks & Ecumen
Countryside
Express Pressure Washers
Fame Awards
Famous Daves
Fareway Foods
Faribault Country Club
Holiday Inn
Hometown Insurance
Hy-Vee
James & Marcia Cowan
Jay Reuvers
Jennifer Milton Johnson &
Doerhofer PA
Jesse’s Boot Store
Jody Wolters
Julie & Eric Rethemeier
Ken & Edna Ringhofer
Kent Huntington
KOWZ , KORN & KRUE
Kristi’s
Lowe’s
Mary & Dennis Wencl
Mike & Nancy Keller
Miner’s Outdoor & Rec
Owatonna Country Club
Owatonna Groundmasters
Owatonna Veterinary Services
Perkins
Peter Vogt
Salinas Repair
Sharon Schroeder
Sportsman’s Grille
Starbuck’s Coffee
Stephen Krumm, DVM
Target
The Bakery
Timberlodge
Torey’s Resturant
TT Motorcycles
Walmart
Woodward Tack
Special Thanks to
Brian & Lynette Dawley of Dance Made Easy
Bessie Peterson & Chad Reckard assisting in choreography
Danielle Spaar for applying make up
Doug Ruth Photography – for taking pictures of dancers
Dave & Lynn Seykora for their preparation & use of limo
HAUTE TANNING providing spray tans
Heather Hovey Hair Studio One for styling hair & applying make up
JC Press printing
Karen & Dave Legault – Emcee Talent
Kristi’s, Kottke’s, Lerberg’s Foods & B to Z Hardware for selling tickets
Limberg Productions – video productions
Medford High School - accommodations
Natural Beauty Salon Amber Friesen & Laura Jensen for styling hair
Owatonna Arts Center for allowing us to practice
Owatonna Hometown Credit Union for helping tabulate scores
St Clairs for Men for vests and bow ties
V.F.W. for allowing us to practice
Thank you to all of the dancers, volunteers and sponsors to help make this
event possible.
DVDs of tonight’s performance are available for pre-order (cost is $15.00).
Please stop at the Limberg Productions table to place your order.
Healthy Seniors of Steele County is a 501 © 3 non-profit agency. Funding sources
include: The United Way of Steele County, Living at Home Network, Otto Bremer
Foundation, Steele County Human Services, fundraising efforts, corporate, church,
personal donations and memorials.
Mission: The mission of Healthy Seniors of Steele County is to provide service
to seniors in need to empower them to live happily, safely and independently in
their own homes.
Board of Directors: Dale Gandrud, Jeff Kropp, Tom Boecker, Heather Goodwin,
Jackie Evans, Carin Swearingen, Tracie Parker, and Eric Thronson
Staff: Edna Ringhofer, Jeanne Rhoades, LuAnn Fairbairn, Connie Ruth, and
Pamela Herrera
Choreographers and Coaches for
Tonight’s Performance
Brian & Lynette Dawley
Drawing from twenty years of dance
experience and numerous hours of
private coaching from top ballroom
instructors from the US and abroad,
Brian and Lynette have provided the
choreography for the dances you will
see tonight. They selected the music
and, with the couples in mind, put together routines that highlight the lyrics and fit each couple’s abilities.
They worked with each couple on an individual basis one hour a week
for the past ten weeks preparing them for tonight’s performance. Brian
and Lynette offer a variety of ballroom classes through Owatonna
Community Education as well as group and private lessons.
They have been guest instructors at various dance events throughout
the US and also work with wedding couples to prepare them for their
first dance. They currently teach dance at MSU in Mankato. Lynette is
also a current American Smooth competitor.
For more information, please contact them at
[email protected].
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
Jerrie and Chuck Wencl live in
Medford and enjoy every moment
of dancing. They were crowned
the King and Queen in 2014 at the
Medina Ballroom.