CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 1 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 1 Publisher Lynne Ann Cassidy [email protected] Managing Editor Shannon McGraw [email protected] Sales Manager Chad Walton [email protected] 319.270.1096 Sales Representative Happy April! As I am writing this the sun is shining and the green tops of flowers are starting to push thru, reminding me that spring is underway. Even though Easter is early this year, I am hoping for a beautiful spring day. Check out the local Easter egg hunts on our event calendar and let the kids have a ball. Peck’s Flower Shop has a great “bunny trail” to follow with lots of treats to find along the way. Now I have skipped ahead and nearly missed April 1, April Fools Day. As a kid, I would put some spots on my brother’s face and he would bundle up in bed, so that when my mom came home we could fool her into thinking he was sick. Being a good mom, she would always be “tricked.” My kids were always trying to do the same. It was always good for a laugh, and you can never have too many of those. This month is also Stress Awareness Month. With so much going on in our busy lives, we need to know what hits our stress button and how to relieve some of it. Try taking some time Saturday, April 25th to wander down to the NewBo District as we celebrate Earth Day. Come check out the Eco Friendly activities, live entertainment, great food, and see some ways to reuse some everyday household items. I always enjoy those creative thinkers who can make really cool stuff out of what I would throw away! Walking is another stress reliever. Join in the March of Dimes walk on Sunday, April 26th. It’s a great way to show community support, make new friends, and enjoy the fresh air. Check out the article for registration information. Afterward, stop by Papa Juan’s/Stefano’s or one of our other great restaurants for lunch before heading home. Aaron Wulfekuhle, owner of Precision Builders, is showing off a sleek contemporary home this month. The open concept makes you want to move right in. I love how he works with the landscape to make such a beautiful view. Jim Walker [email protected] 319.560.4190 Art Director - Justin Fox Contributing Writers Jane Nesmith • Nina Swan-Kohler John Seitz • Angie McClure Dick Butschi • Cindy Hadish Andrea Thomson Viner • Jodi Harris Ric Holmquest • Ciuin Ferrin Contributing Photographers John McHugh - www.windsongxperience.com City Revealed Magazine is a locally owned and produced publication designed to serve the entire Corridor. Content is the sole and exclusive property of City Revealed. No part of this magazine may be reproduced without the express written permission of the publisher. The views expressed herein, and the publication of any advertisement, do not necessarily reflect those of the ownership or management of this magazine. 2 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE The 1955 Ford Fairlane classic car this month is just my color. Seriously, my kitchen has been painted this color for the last 15 years and I still love it. It won’t be long before the area car shows start up. Make sure to check our calendar over the next few months to see where you can view some of these classic finds. Thank you to everyone who has sent us a letter or e-mail on why their mom should win our Mother’s Day giveaway package. You still have time to nominate your mom and let her know how special she is to you. Check out the article in this months issue for details. As always, our community is full of events coming up to kick off spring. The Iowa Humane Alliance has a fun pet adoption event coming up this month and the Cedar Rapids Titans face the Green Bay Blizzard on the 25th. Find details on these events and more in this month’s issue. Of course make sure to let the businesses you go to know that you saw them in City Revealed Magazine; and be sure to check us out online at www.cityrevealed.com and follow us on facebook at: www.facebook.com/cityrevealed. Have a great month and God bless! 4 Creating a Home Uniquely Designed for You Precision Builders 11 Preparing to Sell Your Home Farmers State Bank 12 An Understated Classic – 1955 Ford Fairlane Club Sedan 14 Recognizing Child Abuse and the Importance of Prevention Parent Education Consortium 17 Dogs Ditch Their Leashes at Area Parks 19 EcoFest 2015 20 Cedar Rapids Family Serves as Ambassadors of March for Babies 23 Mother’s Day Package Giveaway from City Revealed 25 Healthy Systems USA Offers Alternative for Dieters 26 Celebrate Easter with a Special Brunch Menu Recipes by Nina Swan-Kohler 29 The Old Capitol Brings Arab Spring Exhibit to Light 32 Papa Juan’s/Stefano’s and Sons Restaurant Spotlight 35 Parlor City Hosts KCCK 88.3 Spring Fundraiser 37 April Events 2015 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 3 If you’re thinking of building a custom home, it’s because you want a home that both fits your needs and is uniquely yours--with special design elements that reflect your family’s taste and interests. contemporary design prevail here. Dark sable brownpainted custom cabinets with sleek chrome fittings line the walls, and light-colored granite countertops pick up the grays and dark browns. There’s a kitchen island with prep and eating areas; unique modern pendants add light. A walk-in pantry just behind a door provides a place to store kitchen items so that the area stays uncluttered. That’s just the kind of project that Arron Wulfekuhle, owner of Precision Builders in Cedar Rapids, likes to work on. Wulfekuhle always meets with the clients to find out their needs and desires and share his unique ideas. Together they draw up a design for a custom home that is individually tailored to that family. The large dining area adjacent to the kitchen is set off with a trayed ceiling--it defines the space without blocking it off. Beyond the dining area is a large three-seasons room with screened floor-to-ceiling Eze breeze windows on three sides allowing for plenty of cool summer breezes--or closed windows on a chilly fall day. This home, with a contemporary feel in the interior and featuring many of today’s most sought-after features, is an example of what Precision Builders can do. It was Precision Builders’ 2013 Parade Home and it received over 2100 visitors that year. Wulfekuhle created an innovative contemporary design in the master suite, also on this level. It’s an open suite with no doors to the master bath. Both privacy and flow are created through the use of well-placed entryways. Behind a wall at one end of the bedroom is the spacious master bath. A huge 14 by 4 foot walk-in shower features two different shower heads, decorative tiling, and niches for storage. The walk-in closet for this master suite has two builtin dressers and two separate areas for hanging clothes. Article by Jane Claspy Nesmith Photography by On-Site Photography Walk up to this home’s front door, and you’ll immediately see the combination of classic elements and unique design touches that Wulfekuhle is known for. The classic stone and siding exterior features many windows and a peaked roofline that give it curb appeal, while modern sidelights around the front door add a contemporary look. From inside the front door, the home’s open floor plan is quickly evident. There are no walls to block the view across the space or hinder the flow from great room to dining area to kitchen. Soaring ten-foot ceilings give this open living area a spacious feeling, and allow for generous transoms across the top of three large windows overlooking a wooded valley. The view out those back windows catches the eye immediately. Wulfekuhle made the most of it with this home’s design. The clean, contemporary style of the rest of the area direct the attention to the stunning view. Serene colors--a soft gray on the walls, and a gray-brown custom stain on the maple floors--echo nature’s offerings. This room has a cozy fireplace area at one end. Anchored by a linear fireplace surrounded by dry-stacked natural stone in sparkling charcoal gray, the sitting area is comfortable and attractive. Sleek, contemporary built-ins offer storage space, and surround stereo complements the flat-screen TV above the fireplace. Just a few steps away is the kitchen. Again, clean lines of 4 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE Also on this level are two bedrooms that share a full bath in the hallway and an oversized laundry room. The lower level of this home offers lots more space for living and entertaining. Ceilings here are nine feet high, and large windows along the back wall let in plenty of light. A fireplace with stacked stone surround offers a spot to sit and relax, and a full bar makes entertaining easy. Another unique touch, a wine closet, is next to the bar, and its glass door makes checking on supplies easy. A stamped concrete patio just beyond French doors offers a handy outdoor entertaining area. Also on this floor are an office and bedroom, along with a full bath. A large unfinished area could be used as storage--or finished for more living space. Beyond a door is a lower twostall garage with a door that leads to a driveway at the back of the home. A set of stairs goes up to the main garage. With its liveable layout and contemporary design, this home shows how Precision Builders can bring together the best of stylish and practical living in one unique and individual home. For a private showing or for more information on this home call 319.774.2760. CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 5 A-Tech/Beam Team Security - Home Theatre Central Vacuum Home Organization 5741 C Street SW Suite A, CR 319.848.7171 Coralville - 319.339.0004 www.atechbt.com Glass Concepts Cutting Edge in Glass Interior Design New Construction, Remodel, Custom Shower Enclosures, Shower Doors, Decorative Glass, Mirrors, Shelving 1860 McCloud Pl NE, CR 319.366.3552 www.crglassconcepts.com Iowa Stone Supply 1530 Stamy Rd, Hiawatha 319.366.3929 [email protected] www.iowastonesupply.com Koelker Excavating Inc. “Specializing in Excavating & Grading for all your Housing Needs” 6245 Partners Ave, Marion 319.373.2287 ABC Supply Co Inc Americas Largest Wholesale Distributor Of Roofing, Siding, & Windows 325 Waconia Court Southwest, Cedar Rapids 319.364.5037 www.abcsupply.com Squaw Creek Millwork, Inc. Your Supplier for Quality Building Products Windows, Doors, Cabinets Mouldings, Stairparts, Locks 1540 Stamy Rd, Hiawatha 319.373.1067 www.squawcreekmillwork.com 6 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE Woodharbor Design Showroom Gray’s Hardwood Floors of Cedar Rapids Free Estimates 1737 Boyson Road Hiawatha, IA 52233 319.393.9147 www.woodharborcr.com Colony Heating & Air Conditioning Comfort, Quality, Dependability 2224 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids 364.HEAT - www.colonyheating.com CV Insulation Co. 46 Years Experience Residential – Commercial, New & Existing Homes Free Estimates - 1862 E Ave NE, CR Office 319.377.1197 Mobile 319.533.0807 Faust Millwork & Cabinetry 795 6th Ave NW, Dyersville 563.875.8576 Bob & Janyce Gray 319.362.2386 VB&S at Skogman Realty Jason Vestweber 411 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids 319.774.2760 www.VBandSatSkogman.com Kobliska Plumbing 319.350.5898 Pella Windows and Doors Energy Efficient – Warm – Easy to Clean 240 Classic Car Ct SW, Cedar Rapids 319.393.5768 www.pella.com Precision Builders Building Team CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 7 Precision Builders Building Team 8 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE Precision Builders Building Team CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 9 10 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 11 Article and photography by Richard Butschi It’s not a customized, candy-apple metal-flaked, mega-horsepower tireshredder, but it drew a lot of attention at its first major car show at the Berndes Center in Monticello, in late February of this year. The reason may be that over 626,000 Fairlanes were sold in 1955, of which over 173,000 were Club Sedans. Many of the viewers who approached owner Darrell Cannon, related stories of how their parents or grandparents had a car just like this. They remembered the round radio and the feel of the textured fabric upholstery. It brought back pleasant memories and touched their hearts. Cannon’s father-in-law, Leonard Jansen, is a car collector, mechanic and former owner of Jansen Imports, CR, and it was he who purchased the Ford at an estate auction back in the late ‘80s, near Tama. He drove it home and parked it in a barn where it stayed on the dirt floor, gathering dust, an occasional critter, and plenty of rust until Darrell and his wife, Angie, offered to buy the ‘55 in ‘08. Part of the deal was that if it was restored, Jansen would rebuild the engine – a 272 cubic inch, 162 hp “y-block” V8. After seeing the effects of it sitting idly for 20+ years, Angie looked at Darrell and said, “You’re never going to get it back together.” Darrell took it as a personal challenge. The rebuild started in the spring of 2008. Cannon dismantled the unibody, discarding the front fenders that were rusted through. Replacements were found at Desert Valley Auto Parts in Phoenix, AZ, along with fresh air intakes that were located on each side of the radiator. Cannon picked them up on a vacation to the area where he refused to reach into areas of the donor cars to check on parts, as they served as shady hang-outs for the local rattlesnakes. Speaking of radiators, the Cannons figure that the original one is now somewhere in the Gulf of Mexico, as it was lost in the ‘08 flood while at a downtown radiator shop. Undercarriage parts were sandblasted at Triple E Mfg, in Marion, and then shipped to Wayne Patrick at Feather Ridge Auto Restoration for paint. Patrick was also doing the body work and painting on the outer panels. Work on the 3-speed Fordomatic transmission and rearend was handled by Mefford Auto, in Cedar Rapids. 12 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE Getting the interior back to original condition was going to be a major issue. A Massachusetts-based company, LaBaron Bonney, had the sole rights to the beautifully textured fabric needed for an accurate restoration. A complete kit was ordered; seat covers and door panels were made and shipped. Bob’s Auto Interior, Center Point, put it all together, including a new headliner. The unique round radio was repaired in Des Moines, and reinstalled along with a new speaker. The original glass was reinstalled, with new wing windows and driver’s side glass. The “panoramic” windshield was new for the Fairlane in ‘55 – rounding the corners and allowing for a perpendicular “A” pillar and better vision for the driver. Buick, Olds and Cadillac had that feature in ‘54. Cannon admits that there were frustrating issues like the rear glass installation, and locating critical parts, like the hood ornament or a stylish chrome molding needed for the bottom edge of the trunk lid. His usual sources of rare parts were at a loss in locating that piece, but Cannon was persistent, making many phone calls to salvage yards and parts companies all over the country, finally tracking down one in Newhall, only 15 miles away from his home near Palo. There were the usual mechanical issues like oil leaks and leaking drum brake cylinders, but all those were taken care of by Cannon and helpful friends like Mike McKinley, who would come to the shop and do “little things” like installing a new wiring harness while the Cannons were away. The rebuild was completed over six years later, in October of 2014, but well worth the effort as family, friends, and even many strangers at the Monticello Car Show can attest that it was a job well done. CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 13 By Kerstin Marnin, Forensic Interviewer at UnityPoint Health St. Luke’s Child Protection Center Children who are being abused may feel guilty, ashamed, or confused. They may be afraid to tell about the abuse, especially if the perpetrator is someone they know, love and trust. That’s why it’s important to know some possible signs of abuse. Specific signs and symptoms depend on the type of abuse. Physical abuse signs and symptoms: • Unexplained injuries, such as bruises, fractures or burns • Injuries or marks noticeable after an absence from school • Injuries that don’t match the given explanation • Untreated medical or dental problems Sexual abuse signs and symptoms: • Sexual behavior or knowledge that’s inappropriate for the child’s age • Pregnancy or a sexually transmitted infection, particularly if under age fourteen • Blood in the child’s underwear • Statements that he or she was sexually abused • Trouble walking or sitting Neglect signs and symptoms: • Poor growth or weight gain • Poor hygiene • Lack of clothing or supplies to meet needs • Poor school attendance • Lack of appropriate attention for medical, dental or psychological problems, even though the parents have been notified • Taking food or money from others Sometimes a parent’s demeanor or behavior can cause concerns of child abuse. Warning signs include a parent who: • Shows little concern for the child • Appears unable to recognize physical or emotional distress in the child • Denies that any problems exist at home or school, or blames the child for the problems • Consistently blames, belittles or berates the child and describes the child with negative terms • Uses harsh physical discipline or asks other to do so • Demands an inappropriate level of physical or academic performance • Severely limits the child’s contact with others • Offers conflicting or unconvincing explanations for a child’s injuries or no explanation at all Please keep in mind that children who have been abused may display a variety of emotional and behavioral reactions. However, many others do not display any such symptoms. Though none of these signs or symptoms prove that a child is being abused, if you have reasonable concern that a child may have been abused you should report your concerns. In order for abuse to stop it must be reported. Please call 14 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE the Department of Human Services (DHS) at 1-800-362-2178 and law enforcement. When making this call, be prepared to provide the basic facts such as who committed the alleged abuse, what they did, and when and where the alleged abuse happened. It’s natural to want to question the child, but in this case it is best to leave the in-depth questioning to professionals. In our community child abuse victims may be referred to UnityPoint Health-St. Luke’s Child Protection Center by DHS and law enforcement. It is there that professionals conduct forensic interviews and medical exams with alleged victims of child abuse. April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. To learn more about how you can help prevent child abuse please visit the Prevent Child Abuse Iowa website at www.pcaiowa.org. Learn more about keeping your child safe and healthy in a parenting program. Please inquire at 319.540.2426. Classes are offered FREE of charge to ALL families. Sessions include a family meal, light refreshments, program materials and/or on-site child care. Parents are asked to call ahead to register. Preschool and Kindergarten (3-5yrs) Clover Kids – Science, Art, Play, FUN! Hoover Elementary 4141 Johnson Ave NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405 Tuesday Evenings, March 17 - April 28, 2015 (Skip 3/24) 5:30-7:45 PM The Way Home 5480 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Suite 100, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 Monday Evenings, April 13 – May 18, 2015 – 5:00-7:00pm Washington Elementary School 615 5th Ave SW, Mt. Vernon, IA 52314 Monday Evenings, April 13 - May 18, 2015 - 5:30-7:30 PM Mercy Hospital (3rd floor classrooms) 701 10th St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403 Wednesday Evenings, April 22 - May 27, 2015 - 5:30-7:30 PM Marion Public Library - 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA 52302 Thursday Mornings, April 23 - May 28, 2015 - 9:30–11:30 AM Play & Learn Parent PLUS – Pint Size Science STEM Fun! (3-5yrs) IA State Ext and Outreach Linn Co 383 Collins Road NE, Suite 201, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 Thursday and Wednesday Evenings April 16, 22, 23, 29, 30, May 7, 2015 – 5:30-7:45pm Play & Learn Parent PLUS – Kids-n-Canvas (0-5yrs) 383 Collins Road NE, Suite 201, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 Tuesday Mornings, May 5 - June 9, 2015 - 9:00-11:00 AM REGISTRATION is required: call 319-540-2426 or email jsavel@ iastate.edu *Pre-Registration is required. Seating is limited and will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Please plan to attend all six sessions. To register or for more information, contact Janice Savel, Parent Education Consortium of Linn County 319540-2426 or via email @ [email protected] All workshops are offered contingent upon minimum enrollment requirements. PEC reserves the right to cancel or postpone lowenrollment workshops when necessary. When Floyd Patterson was the Heavyweight boxing champion of the world, he was also known for being knocked down more than any other heavyweight champion in history. Once, when sports writer Bert Sugar was interviewing him, he asked Patterson about this well known statistic. Patterson quickly replied, “Yeah, but I also got up more than any other fighter in history!” Patterson was a champion because he understood the importance of getting back up. It reminds me of the time a group of commercial fishermen had been fishing all night but caught nothing. They had given up. Jesus came along and said, “Now go out where it is deeper, and let down your nets to catch some fish.” One of the fishermen, Peter, thought it was pointless to try again. He said, “We worked hard all last night and didn’t catch a thing. But if you say so, I’ll let the nets down again.” He begrudgingly agreed to try again. Remember what happened? “And this time their nets were so full of fish they began to tear! A shout for help brought their partners in the other boat, and soon both boats were filled with fish and on the verge of sinking.” Like Floyd Patterson, these disciples of Jesus learned an important spiritual lesson that day: The power of casting again. The power of getting up again. The power of not giving up, especially once we have given the situation to God. On that very first Easter Sunday, Jesus got back up. He came back from the grave to offer new life, hope and eternity to those who will accept Him as their Savior. If you’ve been knocked down, you can get back up again. If you feel like you keep getting knocked down in this life, God can help you keep getting back up again. Have you cast your net more times than you can count? Cast it again. Have you been knocked down again and you are tempted to stay down and give up? Get back up! God is the God of the second chance. And the third. And the fourth, etc. It is truly amazing what happens in our lives when we are resolved to never quit and keep on going. John Seitz, Senior Pastor Antioch Christian Church 7215 Cottage Grove Parkway, Marion www.lifeisforliving.org CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 15 16 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE By Andrea Thomson Viner Spring has sprung, so why not spring your dog from the yard for an off-leash romp? Four area dog parks make that possible. In the Cedar Rapids area, both Cheyenne Park and K9 Acres Park are open year-round during daylight hours, but with warmer temperatures and more hours of sunlight, they’ll certainly get more use now than in the winter. Dog owners do need to get permits to enjoy the parks. Permits provide access to both parks and are available through Cedar Rapids Animal Care and Control. (They must be purchased in person at the Cedar Rapids Animal Care and Control offices at 900 76th Ave Dr SW, on the Kirkwood College Campus.) Owners will need to present a rabies certificate. Proof of spay/neutering allows for a $5 discount. Both parks feature training yards, main yards, and smalldog areas. Marie Appel, Chair of K9COLA (Citizens for Off-Leash Areas), explains that the training yards provide areas where owners can separate their dogs from other canines. “It’s a good chance to try out the parks,” she says, especially if you don’t know how your dog will handle the experience. Another way to try out the parks is to purchase a day pass for $6 (annual permits costs $27). Day passes can be purchased at the parks and require veterinarian contact information. Dogs can also enjoy two off-leash parks in the Iowa City area: Thornberry Dog Park (located within Peninsula Park) and Rita’s Ranch Park (located in Scott Park). Owners must purchase permits to use the park. Annual permits cost $35 and day passes cost $5. Discounts are available for spayed/neutered dogs and for low-income residents. Permits can be purchased by mail (get the application at www.icgov.org or www.jcdogpac.org) or at the Robert E. Lee Recreation Center or the Iowa City Animal Care and Adoption Center. Thornberry Park sits on 11 acres and features a training yard, a small-dog area, a playground, four shelters, an asphalt walking path, and Lily’s Pond. Rita’s Ranch Park offers 2.5 acres for dogs to explore, as well as two shelters. Iowa City resident Debra Pughe took her Chihuahua/ Corgi mix, Mr. Dog, to Thornberry Park once or twice a week in his younger, romping days. They also never miss the annual Halloween Party. She says that one of her favorite things about the park experience is “seeing dogs genuinely enjoying themselves while owners share chance conversations that sometimes lead to nice connections.” She loves watching the dynamics of dogs at play. She notes that Mr. Dog has also made a few “pals” of dogs he’s met at the park. Appel highlights the opportunity for socialization and exercise that off-leash areas provide, particularly for dog owners who do not have yards. “Having a dog that’s well socialized and well exercised makes it a good member of the community,” she says. Both K9COLA and the Johnson County Dog Park Action Committee (a volunteer group that raises funds for, and promotes the safe use of, dog parks in the county) have plans to create even more off-leash areas where dogs can work out and make friends. The JCDogPAC hopes to develop and establish additional dog parks in the greater Johnson County area. The goal of the K9COLA group is to create one dog park in each quadrant of Cedar Rapids. Appel notes that the group’s monthly board meetings are open to the public. They need volunteers, and she encourages people from throughout the Cedar Rapids area to get involved. Area dogs give three barks and many wags for the efforts of these groups to provide them with areas to run, swim, roam and play. Cheyenne Park 1500 Cedar Bend Lane SW, Cedar Rapids K9 Acres Park 5200 Golf, Marion www.k9cola.org Thornberry Dog Park Peninsula Park (western end of Foster Road), Iowa City Rita’s Ranch Park Scott Park (off Scott Blvd), Iowa City www.jcdogpac.org For questions about the Iowa City parks, contact the City of Iowa City Parks and Recreation Division: (319) 356-5107 [email protected] CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 17 18 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE By Jodi Harris Come out and celebrate Earth Day at the 2015 EcoFest to be held in the NewBo District on Saturday, April 25, 2015. This fun-filled celebration includes an array of ecofriendly activities, a film fest, live entertainment, prizes, vendors and great food too. The event is free and is a great chance to spend the day out in the community with family and friends. For complete information on the festival, visit www.EcoFestCR.org. The corridor’s premier Earth Day celebration will be held rain or shine and will have something for everyone to enjoy. A sampling of activities includes: • Bus tours to the top of Mt. Trashmore • Interactive educational activities • The Eco film fest • An Eco fair • Live demonstrations • GREEN building walking tour • Kid’s activities • Earth Day photo booth • Free composting Learn fun ways to reuse household items and reduce waste too. Ride your bike to the event and take advantage of the bike valet service where attendants will give you a ticket and securely store your bike until you are ready to pick it up and ride back home. Check out the great assortment of used books at the Cherry Building book sale hosted by the Friends of the Library, and visit the illuminations table for rattle making, seed planting and free HUGS. Learn all about solar power at the IRENEW solar traveler display and talk to local experts about how solar power can save money and preserve our resources for future generations. There will be a Camera Obscura and Live Moss Art on display. Come see how the Solar Oven bakes fresh cookies too! Laden Interlacings creations will be on display in the galleries at CSPS Hall which is artwork created by Melissa Furness and Rian Kerraine made from discarded materials. Marvin’s Dream at the Firehouse next to CSPS Hall where Legion Arts Co-director, Mel Andringa paints in performance using a painting by Marvin Cone to depict New Bohemia history from the early settlements to the future by creating an 8’ by 12’ temporary mural for the event. Scheduled events throughout the day: 11:00 am: Tree Planting Ceremony at Bottle Works Park 12:45 pm: Announcement of I Green CR Awards at NewBo Market Stage 1:00 pm: “Race to Clean Up CR” with results and photo at 1:30 Live Music at the NewBo Market Stage: 11:00 – Noon Jeff Capps Noon – 1:00 BF Burt 1:00 – 1:45 The Jansens 2:00 – 4:00 The Summit Band Mt. Trashmore Tours will begin and end at the Geonetric Parking Lot and requires tickets. Pick-up times are 10:00, 11:30, 1:00 and 2:30 pm. Eco-Film Fest at CSPS Hall 10:30 Terra Firma 12:30 Deconstructing Supper 2:00 The Legend of Pale Male Come meet Mr. Earth and the EcoFest Frogs and learn how your personal choices have a direct impact on the sustainability of our planet. There will also be an iPad given away! This year the festival is brought to you by Show You Care and other sponsors include: Cedar Rapids Linn County Solid Waste Agency Linn County/Witwer • City of Cedar Rapids Alliant • Iowa’s Renewable Future Van Meter • New Pi Coop UICCU Czech Village/New Bohemia Main Street District In Kind sponsors are: NewBo City Market CSPS Green Iowa Americorps Indian Creek Nature Center Linn County Conservation RedBall Printing Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center Sierra Club Cedar-Wapsie Group Trees Forever The Tapestry Media sponsors include: City Revealed Magazine KCRG Mediacom Show You Care The Gazette Don’t miss this fun day filled with learning activities for all ages. Check the website www.EcoFestCR.org for updates through the day of theREVEALED event! MAGAZINE 19 CITY By Cindy Hadish Suzanne and Dale Felton have seen both sides of premature births. and birth with Ian, but at exactly 25 weeks gestation, he was born after she went into premature labor. Dale was traveling out of state for work and rushed back that day. Sadly, their son Ian died in 2004, one day after he was born, just 25 weeks into Suzanne’s pregnancy. One year later, their daughter, McKenna, also was born 15 weeks early. McKenna is now a healthy nine-year-old who enjoys reading, Girl Scouts, playing the piano, and dancing. Weighing just 1 lb., 12 oz., Ian lived for 36 hours before passing away. Doctors initially were unable to determine the cause for the premature birth, but during her pregnancy with McKenna, Suzanne received steroid shots that helped McKenna’s lungs develop before she was born. “There is such a wide range of problems that preemies can have,” Suzanne said, citing physical and mental disabilities. “With McKenna, you wouldn’t know it.” She, too, weighed just 1 lb., 12 oz., when she was born, but a modified surfactant, a mixture of fat and proteins made in the lungs, was given to McKenna to help her to breathe. The March of Dimes provided funding for research to help develop surfactant therapy, which significantly increases survival rates of premature infants. The Feltons turned to the March of Dimes ten years ago, and have been participating in the organization’s March for Babies ever since. This year, the family is serving as ambassadors for the event, set for Sunday, April 26, at Rockwell Collins headquarters, 400 Collins Road NE. “They are the face of this year’s campaign,” said Lindsey Gruber, Hawkeye Division Director for the Iowa Chapter of the March of Dimes. Gruber said the family’s team of walkers in the March for Babies is considered a “legacy” team, with a goal of raising $20,000. When they reach this year’s goal, the family will have raised more than $50,000, “which is so significant,” she said. As the ambassador family, the Feltons spoke at the March for Babies kickoff breakfast in February and share their story with the public. The total goal for this year’s walk is $240,000, Gruber noted. Last year, about 1,500 people participated and raised $212,000. Much of the money — 77 cents of every dollar — “goes back to our mission,” she said. That includes research conducted at the University of Iowa, where scientists are studying birth defects and trying to find the cause of premature births. In many cases, the cause remains unknown. Suzanne said she had expected a normal pregnancy 20 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE After 112 days in the neonatal intensive care unit, with time spent on the ventilator and other breathing support, countless medications and testing, blood transfusions, and other NICU technology, McKenna was discharged home with her parents. “The March of Dimes research helped to save her life,” Suzanne said. Healthy newborns, too, are helped by the March of Dimes. The group notes that every baby receives a polio vaccine, developed with funding by the March of Dimes. In Iowa, babies are screened for 29 inherited disorders; the development of four of those tests was funded by the March of Dimes, which also advocates for newborn screening for all babies. According to the March of Dimes, 38,719 babies are born in Iowa each year; 4,473 babies are born prematurely and 1,170 babies are born with a birth defect. With the average medical cost for a premature baby of $55,025 and the average medical cost of a healthy baby at $4,320, preventing premature birth in Iowa could mean an annual savings of up to $231 million, the group notes. As the Felton family exemplifies, the research goes beyond cost-savings. Even as a third-grader, McKenna understands she had a brother. “It’s something that’s a part of our lives,” Suzanne said. The family will be joined by friends and relatives on their team and look forward to the kid-friendly activities for McKenna and other children after the walk. “We have a large team of supporters who have contributed to our walk over the years,” Dale said. “It’s a very passionate outpouring of support.” March for Babies: Sunday, April 26, 2015, at Rockwell Collins Headquarters, 400 Collins Road NE. Start time: 9 a.m. Registration time: 8 a.m. www.marchforbabies.org/event/cedarrapidsia Team Ian and McKenna’s fundraising page: www.marchforbabies.org/teamianandmckennasteam YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ xcNeCUYqbk&feature=youtu.be CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 21 22 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE A mother’s love is like none other. It can not be matched or compared. Every year the second Sunday in May is Mother’s Day; a day reserved for this very special group of women. Mother’s across the country are recognized and honored with gifts of sentimental cards, beautiful flowers, divine chocolates and lavish gift baskets. Treasures given from the heart that leaves a lasting impression of your child’s love. This year we want to honor one special mom with an incredible array of gifts from some of the top businesses in the corridor. This package will include gifts like: an Isabell Bloom Statue “A Mothers Hold,” and a $25.00 Peck’s Gift Certificate from Peck’s Flower Shop; a $100.00 Visa Gift Card from Farmers State Bank, a beautiful soy candle, bracelet and crystals from Illuminations Healing Arts, and a one month Diamond Membership courtesy of Sisters Health Club - including full use of the facility, unlimited tanning and sauna sessions, 8 free classes, one personal training session or a buddy session with a daughter or friend. To enter your mom into the drawing to win these fabulous gifts and more, write into the Editor at admin@cityrevealed. com and tell us why your mom is simply the best. All moms are special, but let us know why your mom deserves some extra special recognition and pampering. The winner will be chosen the last week of April and announced in the May issue along with your letter to the Editor. Only one lucky mom will be chosen. So write in today and show your mom how much she means to you! Send your letter into: City Revealed Magazine 206 Collins RD NE, Suite 102 Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 [email protected] Peck’s Flower Shop, Garden Center, Nursery and Landscaping 319.393.5946 3990 Blairs Ferry Rd. N.E. Cedar Rapids Corner of Blairs Ferry and Edgewood Rd. N.E. www.pecksflorist.com - www.pecksgreenthumb.com Sisters Health Club 4333 Czech Lane NE, Cedar Rapids 319.261.2610 www.sistershealthclub.com Farmers State Bank Faster. Stronger. Better. Member FDIC 319.377.4891 www.myfsbonline.com Illuminations Healing Arts 329 10th Ave SE Suite 115, Cedar Rapids The Cherry Building 319.775.0117 – www.illuminationshealingarts.com CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 23 24 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE When it comes to poor eating habits, Darren Fitch finds a fitting analogy between people and cars. “Food is fuel,” said Fitch, the Chief Operating Officer for Healthy Systems USA. “If you put the wrong fuel in your car, your car’s not going to run right.” Healthy Systems USA offers a way to “reset” a person’s metabolism, he said, allowing that person to eat the right foods and lose weight. Under the program, white flour and sugars are out; fruits, vegetables and lean protein are in. More than 18,000 people have used the Healthy Systems USA program since 2010, when a location opened in Fargo, ND. Since then, the company has expanded to nine locations, including one at 1239 First Ave. SE, in Cedar Rapids, which opened in 2013. No packaged foods, surgery or exercise are involved, yet clients can expect to lose up to one pound per day for men and up to three-quarters pound per day for women, Fitch said, as long as they follow the program. That program includes an all natural “Advance” oral spray, “Endure,” a form of the B-12 vitamin called methylcobalamin; “Lean,” energy and appetite support vitamins and “Ease,” an aloe detox. According to the company, three sprays of Advance under your tongue in the morning and three sprays at night are used and are absorbed into your bloodstream through your sub-lingual glands. Fitch said the oral spray does not contain HCG, a hormone that is not approved by the FDA for weight loss, but it mimics the effects of the hormone by triggering a person’s brain to release or metabolize about 2,000 calories of fat per day. Under the program, for the first three days, the dieter binges on high-calorie foods to “cheat” the brain into relaxing so the body doesn’t go into starvation mode. On the fourth day, a 600 to 800 calorie diet, outlined in the Healthy Systems USA manual, begins. While that amount is generally only one-third of recommended daily caloric intake, Fitch said the body also is receiving up to 2,000 calories from the abnormal fat cells each day which is why hunger is no issue. “The key thing is that you’re not hungry,” he said, so the body isn’t forced into starvation mode, which is counterproductive for dieters in shutting down metabolism. Fitch said clients are able to lose fat and excess water weight, but do not lose muscle mass. He serves as an example, having lost 35 pounds in 35 days back in 2010. His brother, Steven Fitch, his partner in Healthy Systems USA, lost 27 pounds in 30 days under the program. The amount of calories lost depends on a person’s goals. “We have people who want to lose 5 pounds. We have people who want to lose 100 pounds,” Fitch said. Once they meet those goals, they go into maintenance mode and are able to keep off the pounds as long as they continue to follow the healthy eating habits, he said. “You’ve got to learn better eating habits or you’re going to put the weight back on.” Videos, photos and notes of thanks serve as testimonials on the company’s website, with some clients saying they lost 20, 30 or 40 pounds in just as many days. One woman said she lost 55 pounds, going from a size 16 to a size 6, in just 70 days. Another lost 66 pounds and kept it off after stopping the program for eight months. Fitch said the success stems from the type of fat that Healthy Systems USA targets. He noted that the body basically has three types of fat: structural, which is necessary to give support to organs; normal fat that provides a reserve of fuel, which the body can freely draw upon when the nutritional income from the intestinal tract is insufficient; and excess or stored fat, which is unwanted, unsightly and dangerous and what the program targets. Even after going off the program, clients tend to stay away from the white flours and sugars that sabotage diets. “That stuff doesn’t taste right anymore,” Fitch said. “Now you’re on the path to better eating habits.” The Cedar Rapids office of Healthy Systems USA can be reached at 319.804.9644. Find more information at: www.healthysystemsusa.com CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 25 On Easter morning, surprise your family with a special brunch featuring ham and biscuits, fresh from the oven. Or, better yet, make a ham and egg biscuit-style brunch braid. Always popular for home entertaining and celebrating holidays, brunch allows everyone to sleep a little longer—there’s no early morning rush. Since many of the foods traditionally served for brunch can be prepared in advance, there’s plenty of time to go to church and still have a festive meal. This year, serve your Easter ham with Honey-Dijon Mustard Biscuits or make an easy all-in-one main dish— 26 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE Creamy Scrambled Eggs and Ham Brunch Braid. To make this savory main dish braid, simply stir cream cheese into beaten eggs before you scramble them. Then place the eggs down the center of the biscuit dough; top with ham or bacon and chopped green onions. Cut slits in the dough and fold pieces over the top of the filling. Bake, then brush on some herb butter. To complete this menu, serve with roasted or steamed asparagus or a spring vegetable medley with herb butter sauce, a bowl of fresh fruit and a special Easter dessert like Citrus Cheesecake. Creamy Scrambled Eggs and Ham Brunch Braid You won’t believe how great this tastes until you make it! 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 6 large eggs, slightly beaten 4 oz. (1/2 of an 8-oz. package) cream cheese, cut into cubes 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup buttermilk 6 tablespoons butter, melted 3/4 cup diced ham or crumbled cooked bacon 3 tablespoons sliced green onions or chives 1 tablespoon butter, melted 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh parsley 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt Preheat oven to 375º. In medium skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter. In medium bowl, stir together eggs, cream cheese and pepper. Pour into skillet; cook and stir until eggs are no longer runny. Remove from heat; set aside. In large bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir together buttermilk and 6 tablespoons melted butter; stir into flour mixture to make a soft dough. Turn out onto surface dusted with additional flour. Knead 7 to 10 times. On large baking sheet coated with cooking spray, roll out dough to a 12x10-inch rectangle. Spoon egg mixture lengthwise down the center 1/3 of the dough. Top with ham and green onions. On each side of the filling, cut diagonal slits in the dough, 1 inch apart. Lift strips of dough up and over the filling, alternating sides and overlapping strips slightly, creating a “braid.” Bake for 22 to 25 minutes or just until light golden brown. Cool on pan on wire rack for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon butter, parsley and garlic salt. Brush over warm bread. Makes 1 braid (6 servings). 1 tablespoon butter over tops of biscuits. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with ham. Makes 12 to 14 biscuits. Tips for Perfect Biscuits Every Time: •Self-rising flour has approximately 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt per cup. If you run out of self-rising flour, you can make it out of allpurpose flour. •When adding milk (or other liquid), stir just until blended. Over-stirring makes biscuits tough. •To knead biscuit dough, simply fold it in half 5 to 7 times. •Lightly sprinkle flour on your rolling pin, biscuit cutter and work surface. Use just enough flour to keep the dough from sticking. •Dip your cutter into flour before cutting each biscuit. For evenly shaped biscuits with straight sides, press the cutter straight down without twisting. •For shiny biscuit tops, brush them with melted butter after baking. Sign up for my one of my cooking classes in April. For more information about my schedule and the recipes being demonstrated, check out my web site at: www. cookingwithnina.net Honey-Dijon Mustard Biscuits with Southern Cured Ham These simple-to-make biscuits are perfect with ham (or turkey) on Easter. 2 ¾ cups self-rising flour 2/3 cup milk or buttermilk 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted 1/4 cup honey-Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon butter, melted 1 1/2 lb. cured ham, sliced Preheat oven to 450º. In large mixing bowl, stir together flour, milk, 1/2 cup butter and mustard until dough forms a ball. Turn dough out onto surface dusted with additional flour. Fold dough in half 5 to 7 times to knead. Pat dough evenly into a round about 3/4-inch thick. With a 2-inch biscuit cutter, cut into biscuits. Gently place each biscuit on baking sheet coated with cooking spray. (Reroll dough as needed.) Brush Nina Swan-Kohler is a home economist, culinary professional, recipe developer, cookbook author and cooking school director/instructor. Nina teaches cooking classes in her Robin’s home. To get a copy of Nina’s cooking class schedule or for more information, email [email protected] or visit www.cookingwithnina.net. You can now register online for Nina’s classes. Photo is used with permission by Nina Swan-Kohler and John Thomas, Fisheye Studios. CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 27 The Hardest Thing I’ve Ever Had to Do… I recall the excitement and anticipation of the birth of my first and only child. As a new mother you worry about whether you’re truly prepared for what’s ahead. For me it wasn’t the worry of having all the necessities in place for the nursery or if I was going to be a good mother. My fear was, how am I going to bring myself to leave my new baby in the care of a stranger when I have to return to work? Are the caregivers going to be attentive? Are they going to be sure she eats well? What if she’s sick, will they remember to give her the medicine? No one can possibly care for my baby the way I can! I called and checked on my daughter three times that day. It was the hardest thing I’ve ever had to do! As the week went on I began to feel more comfortable and worried less about her well-being. I knew I had chosen a good provider who truly cared for my child. It’s interesting how life comes full circle and as we age this story replays itself. Maybe you have a loved one needing medical assistance. Maybe you have a parent who is lonely and could benefit from socialization. Maybe you are moving your Mom into an assisted living community. You may be finding yourself worrying about the choices you are helping her make. Are the caregivers going to be attentive? Are they going to be sure she eats well? What if she’s sick, will they remember to give her the medicine? Life changes can be difficult and emotional. As someone who walks families through these transitions, I’m here to reassure you that you and your loved one will begin to feel more comfortable. You will worry less and you will know that you have chosen a good provider who will truly care for your loved one. However, it will still be one of the hardest things you’ve ever had to do. Angie McClure - elder care expert Director of Community Relations for RidgeView Assisted Living & MeadowView Memory Care Village. 28 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE By Ciuin Ferrin The cornerstone of what is now known as the Old Capitol building was laid on Independence Day in 1840 in Iowa City. It was in this building that Iowa made the transition to Statehood, the first governor was inaugurated, and the state’s constitution was drafted. The building served as Iowa’s capitol building until 1857 when the government moved to Des Moines. The building became the first building owned by the University of Iowa and has served many purposes ever since. It’s functioned as a library, chapel, armory, classroom, and offices. Today it houses the museum and receives thousands of visitors every year. The permanent display in the Old Capitol tells the story of the building itself, allowing visitors to walk the halls and rooms that played such a strategic role in Iowa’s history. Other spaces in the building hold temporary displays. Currently on exhibit on the second floor of the Old Capitol is Unfinished Business: The Arts of the New Arab Revolutions now on display through May 15, 2015. The revolutions that took place from Morocco to the Gulf States in 2011 are known as the Arab Spring. Protestors took to the streets, demanding the removal of tyrannical regimes. Through art, Arab protesters, activists, and artists declared their solidarity and created one voice that echoed around the world. Rachel Winter, Assistant Education and Outreach Coordinator at the Old Capitol Museum, wants people to understand the significance of the Arab Spring. “I really want to highlight the fact that much of the way that these citizens created change was through creative media; be it visual arts, song, dance, literature, poetry, music, and so on. The Arab Spring is undoubtedly a revolution, but the change from the revolution was not made prominent by violence. Rather, the population used their voices and opinions, and not only persevered when oppressed, but also made their voices visual and permanent with creative media. Street art became incredibly prominent, and is still being studied because of the impact it made.” The exhibit is the creation of Dr. Ahmed Souaiaia in the Religious Studies department. He applied for the Provost’s Global Forum and when he received the grant, he created a conference entitled The Arab Spring in a Global Context. The current exhibit is an extension of the conference. Rachel, a senior studying art history and international studies with honors at the University of Iowa, lights up when she discusses both the exhibit and the Arab Spring itself. “The Old Capitol received the unique opportunity to host the exhibit and part of the conference. I want the community to come away with a sense of general understanding about what the Arab Spring is, as well as an understanding of how the event impacts us too,” she continued, smiling. “The Arab Spring is a complex socio-political event that everyone should be aware of. Additionally, some of the underlying foundations of the Arab Spring, such as human rights and issues of governance, affect more than just citizens of the Middle East. The exhibit offers visitors a chance to see these parallels through creative media and ponder the kind of global conversation that could come from this common ground.” The exhibit is a new type of global exhibit for the Old Capitol Museum. “Its diverse creative aspects also bring a completely different side to the political overtone of the Arab Spring,” explained Rachel. “The Arab Spring, both as a conference and an exhibit, are unprecedented at the University of Iowa, but it is a great opportunity for students and community members to have this knowledge brought to their fingertips.” Two books that developed from the Arab Spring play a prominent role in the exhibition. Wall Talk: Graffiti of the Egyptian Revolution and Walls of Freedom: Street Art from the Egyptian Revolution are two books that caused controversy after their publication. Walls of Freedom was originally banned in Egypt but has recently been reinstated. Additionally, the display is unique because some of the authors featured in the exhibit will be here for the conference, part of the Provost’s Global Forum. The Arab Spring in a Global Context will run from April 28 through May 1 and is open to the public. Anyone wishing to register may do so at http://international.uiowa.edu/ funding/faculty/projects/provosts-global-forum/arabspring. CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 29 30 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE Prairie Soup Company Serving Cedar Rapids Best Soups – Salads – Breads – Panini’s – More Mon-Fri 7am-4pm 425 Second St SE, Sywalk Level, CR 319.362.0972 www.prairiesoup.com Oyama Sushi Mon – Thurs 11am-2:30 pm, 4:30pm-10pm Fri 11am-2:30pm, 4:30pm-10:30pm Sat 11am-10:30pm, Sun 12pm-9pm 5350 Council St NE Cedar Rapids, IA 319.832.1800 www.oyamasushi.com Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery “There is Always Something Going at the Hog” Homemade Comfort Food Live Music – Dance Floor Sun. 9am-10pm, Mon-Fri 11am-2am, Sat. 7am-2am 350 Commercial Dr Walford, IA www.wildhogssaloon.com Parlor City Open Daily: 11am-2am. Breakfast: Sat & Sun 8am-11am 1125 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com Tyler & Downing’s Eatery Choice Steaks & Seafood Open: Tues – Fri 11am-9pm, Sat 3:30pm – 10pm Lounge: Tues – Sat 3:30pm - Close 122 E Main St, Anamosa 319.462.5533 www.tyleranddowningseatery.com Cancun Mexican Grill & Bar Authentic Mexican Experience 365 33rd Ave SW, Cedar Rapids 319.365.0778 www.cancunmexicangrillbar.com Ox Yoke Inn Food Served Family Style Since 1940 4420 220th Trail, Amana, IA 800.233.3441 Daly Creek Winery & Bistro Casual Upscale Dining Lunch & Dinner Chef’s Weekly Specials, Decadent Desserts 106 N Ford St, Anamosa 319.462.2525 www.dalycreekwinery.com Coffee Smiths Taste the Difference 7037 C Ave NE, CR – 319.294.0060 2300 Edgewood Rd SW, CR – 319.654.8888 690 Marion Blvd, Marion 319.447.1110 www.coffeesmiths.com Emil’s Hideaway Happy Hour Mon-Fri 3-6 pm 222 Glenbrook Dr SE, CR (Behind 1st Ave Taco John’s) 319.743.3123 www.emilshideaway.com Napoli’s Italian Ristorante 500 Marion Blvd, Marion 319.377.2100 www.napolismarion.com Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop 4640 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids 319.393.2900 www.capriottis.com The Wright Touch Cupcakery Bake Shoppe 7085 C Ave NE, CR 319.431.5388 www.thewrighttouch.ws Bistro on the River 411 1st St SE, Cedar Rapids 319.363.0500 www.bistroontheriver.com Everything is made from scratch Bakery cafe & wine bar Brewed Awakenings Coffeehouse Coffee – Pastries – Soups Salads – Sandwiches 1271 1st Ave Se, CR Across from Coe College 1026 A Ave NE, CR St Lukes A Ave Lobby www.brewedcrew.com 319.363.4333 Chappy’s Safari Lounge Incredible Food, Spirits & Fun 229 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids www.chappyssafarilounge.com 319.265.9817 Casa Las Glorias Authentic Mexican Food & World Class Margaritas 2245 Blair Ferry Rd NE Cedar Rapids 319.294.2101 www.casalasglorias.com Dairy Queen Linn County CR: 11 Wilson Ave Dr SW, 501 16th St NE 2843 Mount Vernon Rd SE, 3304 1st Ave NE 2100 6th St SW, 2825 Johnson Ave NE Hiawatha: 100 Center Point Rd Fairfax: 513 Williams Blvd Marion: 1101 Eagleview Blvd, 2100 7th Ave Mt. Vernon: 100 Highway 30E Osaka Japenese Steakhouse Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar 5001 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids 319.377.2237 www.osakacr.com Papa Juan’s Stefanos Mexican Italian Grill 5505 Center Point Road Northeast Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 319.393.0258 www.papajuansstefano.com CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 31 Article by Jane Claspy Nesmith Photography by Justin Fox If you’ve lived in Cedar Rapids very long, you’ve probably heard of Papa Juan’s, the Mexican Restaurant with the great Margaritas. Established in 1972, it’s the oldest Mexican restaurant in Cedar Rapids. At a recent visit, we found out that Papa Juan’s, now known as Papa Juan’s/Stefano’s and Sons, also has an extensive menu with Mexican, Italian, and American items--all cooked by two certified chefs. And the Margaritas? Still wonderful. When we arrived, we were seated at the new Chef’s Table in the dining area. Co-owner and Chef, Steve Van Fleet told us that this table is available for special Chef’s Choice meals--for a set price, 4-6 people can enjoy a multi-course meal specially prepared for them. Not too many casual restaurants can offer a dining option like this. But Papa Juan’s can: besides Chef Steve, the Italian chef who has more than 30 years in the restaurant business under his belt, the restaurant is now home to Van Fleet’s son Executive Chef and Co-owner Jason Finney, who graduated from Kirkwood’s Culinary Institute. Both pride themselves on making fresh food from the best ingredients all at a great price. Continuing in the family business is also the youngest son, Jonathan, serving as the Front House Manager. Before our appetizers arrived, we tried some Margaritas. Well-known around the area, these Margaritas are prepared with Tequila, Triple Sec, and Papa Juan’s special recipe lime juice--no sweet and sour mix used here. We also tried the Bourbon-infused Margarita, a smooth and smoky version of the popular drink. Appetizers started with Papa Juan’s signature cheese crisp. “It’s one of our more popular items,” said Chef Steve. A fried tortilla topped with marinated chicken breast, peppers, onions, and tomatoes and all covered in melty cheese, this appetizer had lots of flavor. From the Italian side, we tried the bruschetta. Toasted Italian bread topped with seasoned tomatoes, capers, vidalia onions and mozzarella--they were light and savory. 32 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE We wanted to try some entrées from both Mexican and Italian menus. Our first dish was Italian: sausage cacciatore, served on a bed of angel hair pasta. With a combination of sautéed vegetables--onion, peppers, mushrooms, and tomatoes--and mild Italian sausage, the cacciatore was delicious and fresh-tasting. “You won’t find this on the menu of any other Italian restaurant in town,” said Chef Steve. Anisette Chicken is another unusual menu item that we loved. This recipe was created inadvertently when a bottle of anisette liqueur spilled into some alfredo sauce Chef Steve was cooking. The combination is a winner: the slightly sweet and sprightly flavor of the anisette adds a lightness to the creamy alfredo sauce. Chef Steve serves it over a ham, spinach, and ricotta-stuffed chicken breast. Mexican entrées can’t be ignored at Papa Juan’s. Chef Jason brought us out one of his specialties: Carnitas with black beans and asada potatoes. The pork used for the carnitas is seasoned and then slow cooked for hours. “When I take it out, it just falls apart,” says Chef Jason. It was delicious wrapped in warm tortillas with sautéed peppers and onions. A sizzling plate of fajitas--both chicken and tender steak along with onions and peppers--made delicious wraps with warm tortillas. The guacamole, brought out along with other toppings, was made right here. We couldn’t leave without trying the Southwest taco, a recipe created by Chef de Cuisine Pat Graham, who also works in the kitchen. This taco features two warm white corn tortillas topped with chorizo, fajita beef, and pico de gallo--made fresh in-house, of course. The idea here is to pick up the first tortilla and fillings and eat it. Anything that falls out gets caught in the other tortilla andvoilà--another taco! While Papa Juan’s/Stefano’s and Sons have a great location in Cedar Rapids’ northeast quadrant, they’re also starting to bring their food to diners in different locations. P.J.’s Catering, owned by Chef Jason Finney, provides a different approach to catering. “Instead of offering a standard list of choices, I can tailor the menu for the event,” says Chef Jason. Popular items include pasta, tacos, and pulled pork. Watch for Papa Juan’s/Stefano’s and Sons at local events this summer: they’ve outfitted a food trailer to offer breakfast burritos and tacos at the Freedom Festival, Ragbrai, and other events. Papa Juan’s Stefano’s and Sons 5505 Center Point Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 319.393.0258 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 33 34 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE By Ric Holmquest Photos by Tanya Schulte/CTW Photography while trying a new brew and enjoying some great jazz rock. Parlor City Pub and Eatery will sponsor an event supporting KCCK Radio 88.3’s Spring Fundraiser on Sunday, April 12 form 4-8pm. The event will feature the jazz rock fusion of Dan DiMonte and the Bad Assettes. Parlor City will donate all sales of the pub’s North Coast Scrimshaw pilsner tap beer that day to the station’s annual fundraiser. Dan DiMonte grew up in suburban Chicago, composes and arranges for the group, plays trumpet, rhythm guitar, and sings. Reid Turner covers the keyboards, melodica and produces unconventional digital sounds with the Kaossilator. Dan Padley is the group’s lead guitarist. Padley affirms, “What I like about the band is the collaborative effort we put into things, whether it’s writing set lists or tweaking some arrangements. We all value each other’s opinions, allowing a wider reaching and more interesting sound. We all have our own different influences and those six perspectives combine in interesting ways.” The event is part of an ongoing sponsorship and partnership between the pub and the radio station. Each year the Jelinek family has generously supported KCCK during their spring fundraiser. Parlor City and KCCK teamed up to present national touring artists Garaj Mahal’s performances in September and December of 2009. KCCK General Manager Dennis Green shares, “Anyone who knows me also knows that Parlor City is one of my favorite venues. I’m generally there several times each month enjoying the variety of bands they bring in. Jon and Steph have been donors and partners with KCCK ever since the pub opened. They have donated to KCCK for years and also are the rain site for Jazz Under the Stars. We’re grateful to them for helping with this creative part of KCCK’s spring fundraiser.” Blake Shaw brings the bottom end on bass guitar and upright bass, adding lead and background vocals to the Bad Assettes. Jonathan Birdsall rips the tenor saxophone, adding lead and background vocals. Talented Carlo Kind is behind the drum kit. DiMonte advises, “Dan, Blake, and Reid are talented composers. We play their tunes and covers from all sorts of artists we respect and love. We met through playing in jazz groups together at the University of Iowa. Our influences are numerous and cover a vast variety of musical styles and genres. Our style is best described as jazz-influenced rock with added spices.” Green adds, “2015 is off to a flying start for KCCK. We’re in the midst of our eighth edition of the Corridor Jazz Project, the only arts program that involves every one of the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City Schools. We’re gearing up for our third trip to Cuba this fall and we’ve debuted a new World Music program, hosted by Togo native Kpoti Acccoh.” Dennis Green elaborates, “We’ve enjoyed hearing Dan and the Assettes at the Iowa City Jazz Festival and other events over the years. This is the first time we’ve had a chance to work closely with him. Collaborating with the brightest lights of the new generation of Corridor musicians, Dan takes his knowledge of jazz and applies it to his songwriting in a new and creative way.” Parlor City’s beer menu informs, “Named for the delicate engravings popularized by 19th century seafarers, Scrimshaw is a fresh tasting Pilsner brewed in the finest European tradition from Munich and Klages malts, Hallertauer and Tettnang hops. Scrimshaw has a subtle hop character, a crisp, clean palate and a dry finish.” The spring fundraiser event at Parlor City gives the station’s supporters, music fans and beer aficionados a rare opportunity to contribute to the station’s success, Lisa Baum, the station’s Development Director states, “KCCK supports live music in the corridor through our concert calendar, announcing what’s happening in the local music scene daily, allowing locations to tout their music bookings. Parlor City is a welcoming location with a history of providing great musicians. We’re delighted that Parlor City has reached out to assist us with a fundraiser that reminds everyone that their public radio is truly a partner in the music community.” CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 35 36 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE March 20 – April 11, 2015 The Great Gatsby Theatre Cedar Rapids 102 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids 319.366.8591 www.theatrecr.org March 31 – April 5, 2015 Mission Creek Festival Various locations Iowa City www.missionfreak.com April 1, 2015 The World Famous Harlem Globetrotters 7pm US Cellular Center 370 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids 319.362.1729 www.uscellularcenter.com CR Rough Riders vs. Lincoln 7:05pm The Stable CR Ice Arena 1100 Rockford Rd SW Cedar Rapids www.ridertownusa.com Art Bites: Discussing Richard Wilt Cedar Rapids Museum of Art 410 3rd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids www.crma.org Pierre Bansusan 7pm CSPS Hall 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids 319.364.1580 Cameron Esposito 7pm Englert Theatre 221 East Washington St, Iowa City www.englert.org April 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2015 Daddy-O – 7pm – 10pm Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com April 2, 2015 Real Estate 8pm Englert Theatre 221 East Washington St, Iowa City www.englert.org Red Cedar Chamber Music Marion Library 1095 6th Ave, Marion 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM April 3, 2015 Terry McCauley 8pm – 11pm Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com April 3 – 26, 2015 Clybourne Park Theatre Cedar Rapids, Grandon Studio 102 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids 319.366.8591 www.theatrecr.org Shovels & Rope 8pm Englert Theatre 221 East Washington St, Iowa City www.englert.org Breakfast with the Easter Bunny 9am – 12pm Bloomsbury Farm 3260 69th St, Atkins www.bloomsburyfarm.com/ breakfast-easter-bunny Amana Easter Egg Hunt - 9am Amana Heritage Museum 705 44th Ave, Amana www.amanacolonies.com/city/ amana-colonies/event/amanaheritage-museum-easter-egghunt Iowa Realty Egg Hunt – 10am ST Morrison Park, Coralville Saturday Special: Easter Egg Hunt 10:30 – 11:15am Cedar Rapids Public Library 2600 Edgewood Rd SW, Cedar Rapids Com Truise 10pm Gabe’s 330 E Washington St., Iowa City The 442s 7pm Campbell Steele Gallery 1064 7th Ave, Marion Full Circle 6- 9pm Cedar Ridge Winery 1441 Marak Rd, Swisher 319.857.4300 [email protected] April 4, 2015 Zachary Freedom 8pm – 11pm Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com Follow the bunny trail 10am – 3pm Pecks Flower Shop, Garden Center & Greenhouse 3990 Blairs Ferry Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids www.pecksflorist.com CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 37 Mt Vernon-Lisbon Annual Easter Egg Dash 11am Mt Vernon Middle School Track 525 Palisades Rd. SW, Mt Vernon Easter Skate Egg-travaganza 1:30 – 4:30pm Cedar Rapids Ice Arena 1100 Rockford Rd. SW, Cedar Rapids www.cricearena.com Diamond Rugs with New Madrid 9pm Gabe’s 330 E Washington St., Iowa City Jad Abumrad 8pm Englert Theatre 221 East Washington St, Iowa City www.englert.org April 5, 2015 Easter Brunch 8am – 2pm Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com Poppa Neptune 4pm – 8pm Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com Father John Misty 7pm Englert Theatre 221 East Washington St, Iowa City www.englert.org April 7, 14, 21 & 28, 2015 April 9, 2015 Jeffery Broussard & The Creole Cowboys 7pm CSPS Hall 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids April 10 – 26, 2015 The Miracle Worker 8pm Giving Tree Theater 752 10th St., Marion April 10, 2015 Skeeter Lewis & the CR Allstars 8pm – 12am Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com Lojo Russo 6 – 9pm Cedar Ridge Winery 1441 Marak Rd, Swisher 319.857.4300 Heart of Gold Gala 6:30-10pm Kinnick Press Box, Mediacom Outdoor Club Lounge www.IowaCityHeartBall.org Soul Shake with Buku 10pm Gabe’s 330 E Washington St., Iowa City Brass Transit Authority 7pm Campbell Steele Gallery 1064 7th Ave, Marion Claire Lynch Band 8pm CSPS Hall 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids 319.364.1580 www.legionarts.org/calendar-list Blues Jam 7pm – 10pm Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com April 11, 2015 April 8, 2015 Dunshee Moon 8pm – 11am Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com Shortcut to Nowhere 7pm – 9pm Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com Joe Pug 8pm Gabe’s 330 E Washington St., Iowa City 38 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 4th Annual Easter Egg Hunt 10am - 11am Cost $3/child Wickiup Hill 10260 Morris Hills Rd, Toddville CR Rough Riders vs Chicago 7:05pm The Stable CR Ice Arena 1100 Rockford Rd SW, Cedar Rapids www.ridertownusa.com Iowa Climate Festival 9am - 4pm University of Iowa Pentacrest Museums Craig Erickson 7pm Campbell Steele Gallery 1064 7th Ave., Marion April 11 & 12, 2015 The Sleeping Beauty Paramount Theatre 123 3rd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids 319.366.8203 April 12, 2015 KCCK Radio 88.3 Spring Fundraiser 4pm – 8pm Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 Bolshoi Ballet: Swan Lake Englert Theatre 221 East Washington St, Iowa City www.englert.org April 15, 2015 Black Violin 8pm Englert Theatre 221 East Washington St, Iowa City www.englert.org John Jorgenson Quintet 7pm CSPS Hall 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids 319.364.1580 www.legionarts.org/calendar-list April 20, 2015 The Brinton Silent Film Project 8pm CSPS Hall 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids 319.364.1580 www.legionarts.org/calendar-list April 17, 2015 April 21, 2015 Diarrhea Planet 9pm Gabe’s 330 E Washington St., Iowa City Cedar Rapids Titans vs. Green Bay Blizzard 7:05pm US Cellular Center 370 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids www.cedarrapidstitans.com The Olympics & Dylan Sires & Neighbors 7pm – 12am Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com Jucifer with Soul Shake 10pm Gabe’s 330 E Washington St., Iowa City Waubeek Trackers 7pm Campbell Steele Gallery 1064 7th Ave., Marion April 18, 2015 Brass Transit Authority 8pm – 12am Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com Murder Mystery Dinner 6 – 9pm Cleaver it to Beaver Cedar Ridge Winery 1441 Marak Rd, Swisher 319.857.4300 [email protected] Local on the 8s Campbell Steele Gallery 1064 7th Ave., Marion April 19, 2015 Wooden Nickel Lottery 4pm – 8pm Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com DaWN 9pm Gabe’s 330 E Washington St., Iowa City Cory Branan w/ Tim Easton 7pm CSPS Hall 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids 319.364.1580 www.legionarts.org/calendar-list April 22, 2015 Esme’ Patterson 8pm Englert Theatre 221 East Washington St, Iowa City April 24, 2015 Jam-E-Time 8pm – 11pm Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com Todd Snider 8pm Englert Theatre 221 East Washington St, Iowa City www.englert.org Goran Ivanovic Trio 7pm Campbell Steele Gallery 1064 7th Ave., Marion Melanie Devaney 6 – 9pm Cedar Ridge Winery 1441 Marak Rd, Swisher 319.857.4300 [email protected] April 25, 2015 2015 Iowa Health Expo 11am – 4 pm DoubleTree Convention Complex 350 First Ave NE, Cedar Rapids www.2yourhealthexpo.com The Electric Koolaid Trio 8pm – 12am Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com Liz Carroll w/ Jake Charron - 7pm CSPS Hall 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids 319.364.1580 www.legionarts.org/calendar-list Arts for Africa Arts and Craft Fair 10am – 3pm Noelridge Christian Church 7111 C Ave NE, Cedar Rapids Earth Day @ EcoFest 10am -4pm New Bo District www.EcoFestCR.org. April 26, 2015 Winterland 4pm – 8pm Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids 319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com March of Dimes Walk Registration – 8am Walk – 9am Rockwell Collins 400 Collins Rd NE, Cedar Rapids www.marchforbabies.org/event/ cedarrapids Iowa Humane Alliance Mega Pet Adoption Event 11am – 3pm NewBo City Market 1100 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids Jay Ungar & Molly Mason 7pm CSPS Hall 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids 319.364.1580 www.legionarts.org/calendar-list April 28, 2015 The Adventures of Robin Hood 6:30pm Englert Theatre 221 East Washington St, Iowa City www.englert.org April 30, 2015 Old Blind Dogs 7pm CSPS Hall 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids 319.364.1580 www.legionarts.org/calendar-list CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 39 4 Guys Auto A-Tech Beam Team ABC Supply American Heart Association Arts for Africa Bark Busters Bistro on the River Brookdale at Silver Pines Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop Cedar Hills Repair & Jon’s Towing Cedar Rapids Museum of Art Cedar Rapids Titans Summer Camps Center for Medical Weight Loss CoffeeSmiths Colony Heating CV Insulation Dairy Queen Dan Malloy Pianos Emil’s Hideaway Englert Theatre Family Medicine & More Farmers State Bank 40 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 13 7 8 28 18 16 34 9 34 13 34 30 18 34 7 7 36 22 IBC 38 21 11 Faust Millwork & Cabinetry 9 Glass Concepts 8 Gray’s Hardwood Floors 8 Greater Cedar Rapids Home Builders Association 1 Healthy Systems USA IFC Home Instead Senior Care 16 Illuminations Healing Arts Center 22 Iowa Select Herbs 23 Iowa Stone Supply 8 Jerry Green – State Farm Insurance 9 JW Home Builders 1 Kobliska Plumbing 8 Koelker Excavating 7 Mathnasium 15 Murals & More 24 Naploi’s Italian Ristorante 36 Old Creamery Theatre 40 Orchestra IA 40 Papa Juan’s Stephano’s & Sons 36 Parlor City IBC Peck’s Flower Shop, Garden Center, Nursery & Landscaping 23 Pella Windows Pool Billiard & Spa Precision Builders Progressive Rehabilitation Medicine Prairie Soup Company RCI Imaging Sisters Health Club Skogman Realty Squaw Creek Millwork The Club at Porto Cima The Views The Wright Touch Cupcakery Bake Shoppe Travel & Transport Whole Health Foods Woodharbor Design World Class Graphics VB&S at Skogman Realty 8 10 6 18 36 15 22 10, BC 7 IFC 3, 28 21 24 13 7 22 9 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE 41 42 CITY REVEALED MAGAZINE
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