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• Cover
• A New Nest: An exclusive look behind the doors of the local house built for the future, today
• Gift Guide: Send a message that will resonate all year by wrapping up a gift that speaks both sentiment and cheer
• Step Into the Season: Step up any ensemble with eye-catching accessories
• Getting Quiet: She quit her job to take on Hollywood. Then she launched a radio show to take on the status quo. Today, shes taking on the quieter side of life. How slowing down helped Kathleen Slattery-Moschkau find the joy in life
• In the Moment: Local ballerina Marguerite Luksik primes for her turn in the spotlight
• In Good Health: Boosting eye health, inside and out
• On the Move: Swing into shape with TRX
• In Style
• At Home: Small fixtures that create big style, chic decor inside the Montage and quick tips for better home insulation
• With Family: Teaching kids the lesson of giving and Doctor Mom puts sleep fears to rest
• In a Mans World: Pocker champ Phil Hellmuth shows his hand
• With Me: Carrie Bennett-Barndt serves up a recipe for giving back
• Up the Ladder: Expert Q & A with volunteer geru Kathy Martinson, local opportunities to give back with co-workers and networking news
• To Inspire: Gina Wilson puts hunger on the map
• Around Town: Feeling festive in Stoughton and simple ways to soak in some holiday magic
• In the Spotlight: Holiday happenings that lighten the mood and this months must-see- events
• With Your Food: Cheesy snacks for entertaining and 43 North dishes up a new era of American cuisine
• In your Free Time: An artsy fix for winter woes, Madisons most popular reads and your December to-do-list
• From our Staff
• Happenings
• Celebrations
• Laugh