Spring 2006

Building Dedication Celebration

You’re invited!
Outpatient Diagnostic Center
high-tech meets comfort
Mental Health Services meeting
the needs of young people
 Welcome to Healthy Connections
From the President/CEO

Healthy Connections is published quarterly

elcome to spring … and to a new era in
by Winona Health to provide you with
information about health, wellness and the
W healthcare for our community!
many resources available to you, close to
If you’re one of the hundreds of community
home. Sending you Healthy Connections is
residents who toured the new facility, you’ll know
another example of how we’re striving to
why all of us at Winona Health are so excited: The
fulfill our mission: Winona Health is
new Outpatient Diagnostic Center opened April
devoted to improving the health and well-
10th, and Winona Clinic moved into its new facility
being of our family, friends and neighbors.
on the hospital campus that day. The new surgical
We welcome your questions, suggestions suites have been up and running since January, and
or comments about Winona Health and this the Emergency Department entrance and triage area
publication. Please contact: has been renovated and streamlined.

Loretta Bronson
We encourage everyone to join us on Sunday, May 21st, to view the beautiful new
Chief Communication Officer
facilities during our community Dedication Celebration (see page 3). You’re invited to
507.457.4116
the program, which begins at 12:30 pm. Then enjoy refreshments, community musical
Michelle Foerster groups, and self-guided tours, where experts will be on hand throughout the facility to
Graphics and Web Content Specialist answer your questions. We are expecting several thousand people to stop by!
507.457.4136
Jennifer Olson You’ll see for yourself on May 21st how we’ve transformed the medical campus to
Community Relations Specialist better meet your healthcare needs. What you’ll also notice as you talk to our staff and
507.457.4161 physicians is our personal commitment to providing you with exceptional medical
services.
Karen Sibenaller
Marketing Communication Coordinator
I also want to introduce you to new physicians joining the medical staff. In this issue
507.457.4157
you’ll find information about Dr. Laurel Littrell, radiologist (page 7); Dr. Kevin
Quinn, child/adolescent psychiatrist (page 8); and Dr. Tim Gabrielsen, orthopedic
In this issue... surgeon (page 9). We are excited to welcome these outstanding physicians to Winona.
2 From the President/CEO
4 Building project is complete As part of our commitment to meeting your healthcare needs, we continue to aggres-
6 High tech diagnostic capabilities sively recruit physicians and providers to practice in Winona.
8 New experts here to help
10 Notes and recognition These physicians join their 50-plus colleagues, our 900-person staff, and the staffs of
12 Calendar Winona Clinic, Family Medicine, and other local providers in meeting your health-
care needs. At Winona Health, we’re proud to be the community’s healthcare system!
On the cover: Winona Health and Winona
Clinic board members pictured include
(left to right): Matt Broghammer, MD;
Gary Evans; Mark Wagner; Cindy
Donahue; Susan Cornwell; Scott Birdsall,
MD; Rachelle Schultz, Winona Health
president/CEO; Hugh Miller; Michelle Rachelle Schultz
Michener, MD; and Scott Turner, MD. President/CEO

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 The building project is complete!

A community celebration
Welcome to your new healthcare facility!

his building project was made possible with the support of the community—and the support
T of all the people who use our services. From the initial planning phase through completion,
our staff has appreciated your positive comments, suggestions, and, especially, your patience with
the construction process. Your comments are always welcome.

To thank the community for its continued

support and to celebrate the future of
healthcare in our area, we invite you to the
Building Dedication Celebration!

Join us
Sunday, May 21, 2006
12:30-4 pm
Winona Health Campus

No hard hat required!

Activities
Welcome and brief program

Tours of the new facility

Refreshments

Live music from local performers

The groundbreaking for the $32 million building project took place in July 2004, with
Children welcome... the Dedication Celebration set for May 21. For more about the building project, see
See center pullout section! pages 4-7 and visit winonahealth.org.

April 2005 August 2005 March 2006

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FROM THE COVER

The future of healthcare is here

t’s spectacular!” said Gary Evans, Winona Health board understanding that collaboration will enhance the services we
“I chair. “For a guy who’s been around a long time, it’s an
exciting new era in healthcare. The building project is a visible
provide to meet the healthcare needs of our community.”

sign of outstanding collaboration… not only with Winona
Clinic, but also with Family Medicine of Winona and other
providers.
“There’s a spirit of cooperation that affects all these
organizations,” he continued. “This project shows a universal
With strong leadership and a shared vision, the project broke
ground in July 2004. The opening of the new building on April
10, 2006 was a very visible sign that the tradition of community
driven and supported healthcare continues in the Winona area.
Offering patient-centered care
“We are committed to offering more cohesive and efficient

‘‘
healthcare that’s truly patient centered. Our services are
Collaboration will enhance the services designed to make healthcare convenient and comfortable for
patients and the people who accompany them to our facility,”
we provide to meet said Sara Gabrick, patient care administrator for Winona Health.
“We’ve listened to patients and their families and many of their
the healthcare needs of ideas were incorporated into this project.”

our community. Added Mike Allen, CFO, “Winona Health’s number one goal is
to provide quality healthcare to the community. As a not-for-
Gray Evans profit, community-owned organization, we reinvest our resources
Winona Health board chair to ensure that we continue to meet the healthcare needs of area
families.

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 ‘‘ We can now look forward,
“This building project is a direct reflection of our commitment to
area residents,” he said. “The entire community benefits from
having quality healthcare close to home.” confidently, to greater community
Community healthcare services healthcare for
Winona Health provides services to meet the healthcare needs of
families at every stage of life: Community Memorial Hospital generations to come.
and its Family Birth Center; Lake Winona Manor, Watkins
Manor, Roger Metz and Adith Miller Manors; Home Care and Hugh Miller
Hospice services; and our physician clinics including Rushford Winona Health board member
Clinic, Mental Health Services, weekend Urgent Care, Allergy
and Asthma, and Occupational Health.

In addition, two independent physician clinics are located on

Winona Health’s main campus on Mankato Avenue: Winona
Clinic purchased 52,000 square feet of space in the new clinic
building on the south side of the campus. Family Medicine of
Winona is located on the second floor of the Parkview Office
Building on the north side of Community Memorial Hospital.
Space is still available on the third floor of the new clinic
building to accommodate Winona Health’s future growth or for
other independent healthcare providers.
“The building project means better quality healthcare for our
community,” said Winona Health Board Member Hugh Miller.
“We can now look forward, confidently, to
greater community healthcare for
generations to come. Thanks to our
healthcare leaders for taking us there.”

See center pullout

section for a map
of the Winona
Health campus
along with a list of
area companies
involved in our
building project.

A visible sign of the collaborative spirit of healthcare in Winona. Several new signs
were installed at the end of January, and Winona Health's Outpatient Diagnostic
Center and Winona Clinic opened the doors to the new building on April 10.

Healthy Connections ~ Spring 2006 5

NEW DIAGNOSTIC CENTER

High tech and comfortable

inona Health’s Outpatient Diagnostic Center was
“W designed to combine high tech services with
increased patient comfort,” said Ann Baker, administrative
director of radiology services at Winona Health.
The new diagnostic center is in Winona Health’s recently
completed building adjacent to the hospital. Anyone coming
in for outpatient services including surgery, lab tests, or other
diagnostic testing should use the new south entrance to get to
the outpatient registration area.
“The new facility incorporates ideas gathered through
surveys, along with comments from patients, their families
and the community,” noted Baker. “For example, the
women’s imaging center is set off from other clinical and
public areas to provide a quiet, comfortable atmosphere and a
higher degree of privacy.
“We’ve heard many positive comments from people,
beginning with those who toured the new area during various
stages of construction,” she added. “The facility was
designed to be very patient centered. Whether someone is
here for a routine mammogram, a blood draw, or to have tests
for a specific concern, we will do everything we can to ease
their anxiety and make the experience more comfortable, and
this new area helps us do that.”
Diagnostic services at Winona Health are available to the
public no matter where they receive primary care. “We
frequently perform diagnostic testing for those who may see
doctors out of the area. People are pleasantly surprised by
how quickly we can accommodate their schedules. And with
our digital capabilities, in most cases, results can be sent to
their physician for immediate review,” said Baker.
In addition, digital images and lab test results are stored
in each patient’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR),
making those images a permanent and secure part of your
medical record

Stan Schliep, lead MRI

technologist, prepares a
patient for an exam. MRI
tests help doctors pinpoint
the source of problems in
the spine, joints and brain.
New technology makes
this particular unit quieter
than others, and patients
can wear headphones to
listen to the music of their
choice during the exam. In
addition, this unit’s shorter,
wider bore is more com-
fortable for people who
are claustrophobic.

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New radiologist joining the team
he radiology practice in Winona is a great chance to Winona Health’s radiology
“T be involved directly with patient care and to work
closely with referring clinicians in a collaborative effort to take
department performs more
than 30,000 exams per year
care of patients,” said Laurel Littrell, MD, who will join the and believes the new
radiology team at Winona Health in July. “Winona is deeply Outpatient Diagnostic Center
committed to providing the most up-to-date care, yet maintains will help them be more
the friendly atmosphere of a traditional small-town community efficient: “The radiology staff
hospital.” is excited about the new
facility and the benefits it
She noted that one of the things that drew her to radiology is, provides to the community,”
“that I can still be involved in all the different areas of Dr. Erwin emphasized. “For
medicine and work with practitioners of all specialties.” Dr. example, digital mammography Laurel Littrell, MD
Littrell earned her medical degree at Rush Medical College in decreases the need for retakes and it’s faster than film screen
Chicago, Illinois and completed her residency at Mayo Clinic mammography.”
in Rochester, Minnesota.
He added, “We’re looking forward to having Dr. Littrell join
Special expertise in bones and joints our team. She is a friendly, down-to-earth person. Patients
Jim Erwin, MD, a radiologist who’s been practicing in Winona will enjoy her helpful attitude.”
for more than 20 years, noted that Dr. Littrell “has done a
partial residency in orthopedic surgery and also has special Dr. Littrell, her husband and two-year-old son will move to the
expertise in bones and joints. She will be especially helpful in area this summer. In her free time, she enjoys reading and
our MRI unit.” An MRI test may reveal the source of prob- spending time with her family hiking, camping and fishing.
lems in the spine and joints including degenerative diseases
and cartilage tears.

Imaging services available at Winona Health include:

CT (Computerized Tomography) Scans provide a
three-dimensional image of the body part being examined.
CTs may be ordered as a result of trauma, headaches,
abdominal pain, and evaluation of a new or recurring
malignancy or clots in the lung.
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) is used to get a
visual image of areas of the body to reveal the potential
cause of specific symptoms, such as headaches, back or joint
pain or symptoms consistent with a variety of degenerative
diseases.
Digital Mammography is the recommended way to
examine breast tissue along with self-breast exams. Digital
mammography has been found to be more effective in
getting images of dense breast tissue.
Nuclear Medicine is used to detect early warning signs for
problems involving the heart, bones, lungs, gall bladder and
thyroid. Images from nuclear tests show your doctor how
your organs are working.
Ultrasound and Echocardiology technology uses sound
waves to obtain images of the heart and abdominal organs,
detecting vascular disease, and detecting the growth and
health of a fetus.
Bone Densitometry (DXA) is an enhanced form of
X-ray technology and today’s established standard for
measuring bone mineral density. The test is often used to
detect osteoporosis.

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Betsy Rowekamp, RNC, welcomes Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Kevin Quinn, MD, to the Winona Health Mental Health
Services staff.
Mental Health Services offers
specialized care for youth
inona Health’s Mental Health Services recently
W welcomed Kevin V. Quinn, MD, child and adoles-
cent psychiatrist, to its staff.
“We saw a definite need in the community for a board-
certified child and adolescent psychiatrist,” noted Christina
Friederichs, director of Winona Health Physician Clinics.
“Our office frequently receives calls from parents, schools
and even the courts looking for specialized mental health
services for area youth. Until now, we’ve had to refer
families out of the area for these services.
“We are excited that Dr. Quinn joined our practice so
children and young people in the community have access to
his services right here in Winona,” she stated.
Primarily working with youth ages six to 18, child and
adolescent psychiatrists are physicians who specialize in
evaluating, diagnosing and treating children and adolescents
with psychiatric disorders. These disorders may cause
problems with feeling, thinking and behavior.
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The rewards of working with children
One of the most rewarding aspects of child and adolescent
psychiatry, according to Dr. Quinn, is “When my young
patients are able to make big improvements in their behavior
at home and at school.”
An initial evaluation with a psychiatrist may involve input
from important people in the child’s or adolescent’s life, such
as parents or guardians, teachers, and other caregivers. This
evaluation may indicate whether or not medication might be
effective. Because psychiatrists are fully trained physicians
with a medical degree, Dr. Quinn can prescribe medication.
Additional treatment options include behavioral therapy,
counseling, psychotherapy and/or environmental changes.
In addition to providing specialized care for young people,
Dr. Quinn is board certified in adult psychiatry. He said he is
looking forward “to serving my future child, adolescent, and
adult patients at Winona Health.”
Continued
Ties to the Winona area
He added, “I have always liked the Winona area. I graduated
from St. Mary’s College, now University, many years ago.
My wife, Nancy, and I will enjoy the many bicycling
opportunities in this area.”
Dr. Quinn was most recently the clinical director of Child and
Adolescent Behavioral Health Services at Willmar [MN]
Regional Treatment Center. His medical degree is from
Northwestern University Medical School in Chicago, and his
psychiatry residency was completed at the Medical College of
Orthopedic surgeon joining Winona Health
’m excited about the opportunity to grow and develop
“I
a comprehensive orthopedic practice in Winona,” said
Tim Gabrielsen, MD, an orthopedic surgeon who will join
the Winona Health medical staff in June. “I’m looking
forward to working with an organization and individuals who
have expressed and demonstrated enthusiasm for expanding
the orthopedic services available for area residents.”
Dr. Gabrielsen has expertise in adult reconstructive surgery,
including knee and hip replacements, and sports medicine
and arthroscopic procedures, such as ACL reconstructions,
shoulder arthroscopy and rotator cuff repairs.
Kris Cichon, director of Surgical Services at Winona Health,
said, “Dr. Gabrielsen will be a wonderful addition to our
surgical team. His expertise in general orthopedic procedures
is needed in our community and will allow his patients to
enjoy a more comfortable and active life.”
“Orthopedic surgery has become very technology
dependent,” Dr. Gabrielsen added. “The new operating room
facilities at Winona Health are capable of handling the large
amount of equipment necessary for certain orthopedic
procedures.”
When he’s not working, Dr. Gabrielsen enjoys spending time
with his wife and daughters, ages 10 and 7. “They keep us
very busy,” he said. “This winter, I had the opportunity to
help coach their hockey teams, which I really enjoyed.
Personally, I enjoy golfing, basketball, skiing, boating – just
about any reason to get outdoors!”
Ohio at Toledo and the Mayo Graduate School of Medicine.
He also completed his fellowship in child and adolescent
psychiatry at Mayo. Dr. Quinn also earned an MBA from
Loyola University in Chicago and has experience as a high
school teacher and librarian. He also served as acting princi-
pal at a school for children with physical handicaps.
Dr. Quinn joins Winona Health’s Mental Health Services pro-
fessionals: Cullen Schwemer, MD; Mark Bronson, LICSW;
and Betsy Rowekamp, RNC. For a confidential appointment,
call Mental Health Services at 507.454.2606.
‘‘
“I’m excited about the opportunity to
grow and develop a
comprehensive orthopedic
practice in Winona.”
Tim Gabrielsen, MD
A graduate of North Dakota School of Medicine, Dr.
Gabrielsen obtained his orthopedic surgery training at the
Mayo Graduate School of Medicine. Following his residency,
he practiced in Fargo for three years before returning to
Rochester and working with the Olmsted Medical Group.
Winona area residents also have the services of Richard
Romeyn, MD, of Southeast Minnesota Sports Medicine &
Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists, who performs surgical
procedures at Community Memorial Hospital.
For more information about Dr. Gabrielsen and orthopedic
surgery at Winona Health, call 507.474.7830.
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Community comments
My experience with Dr.
Birdsall and the surgical team
at Winona Health was won-
derful. I felt like a person—
not just a chart number. What
impressed me most was the
feeling that they were all
familiar with my case and
they were prepared to take
care of me. They obviously
did their homework and were
familiar with my medical
background. They exceeded
my expectations. I didn’t feel like I was getting lost in the crowd.
I also have asthma and have been to other hospitals to be
treated for that in the past. None have compared to the care
I’ve received here. I’d definitely choose to come back here.
Angela Jonus
I went to Urgent Care for a finger laceration. The receptionist,
nurses and Dr. Lossen were friendly and efficient. My finger
was sutured and it only took about a half hour! Fantastic!
Patricia Przybylski
Before counseling at Winona Health, depression was a major
part of my life—it was controlling me. Now, I control my
depression. Counseling has helped me find myself again. It’s
helped me ‘live’ what I’ve been through. I know I have a
future now. Before counseling, I couldn’t see a future.
Renay Sotelo
Thanks so much to all the nurses who took such good care
of us while we’ve stayed with you over the past three years.
You’ve made childbirth more bearable! And thanks to the
wonderful nurse midwives.Wishing you all the best in your
lives and upcoming years at Winona Health. Thank you for
being such a special part of our lives!
Kimberly S. Pronschinske
When I fell on the ice and broke my arm, the emergency
room staff and X-ray technician treated me so quickly and
kindly. Thank you all so much. Winona has the best!
Pat Meska
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I brought my 83-year-old mother to Urgent Care. She was
seen in a timely manner and she was given excellent care.
Dr. Schawe was excellent with her and Pam, the attending
nurse, was very kind and helpful. The Urgent Care Clinic is
a wonderful asset to the community and I am glad it is there
for me and everyone else! Thanks!
Lynn Englund
The doctor and nurses in the Emergency Department did an
excellent job with my daughter. She came in scared and
walked out smiling. Thank you so much for that! They did an
excellent job of informing me of things to watch for and how
to use the medication. Thank you!
Jeana Stigney
Auxiliary Update
inona Health Auxiliary volunteers are in a growth
W mode. The recently completed building project brings
new opportunities for volunteers to help at the information
desk and escort services, as well as in our new Outpatient
Diagnostic Center and family surgical waiting lounge.
In addition to helping visitors at the hospital, volunteers
organize fundraising events to purchase equipment and
provide scholarships to future healthcare professionals. (For
information about upcoming events, see the calendar on the
back cover.) Last year, volunteers raised $84,100 for Winona
Health to benefit the Winona community!
Funds raised in 2006 will help purchase a patient pager system
to increase privacy and provide patients with the freedom to
move around. The pager system also will improve communica-
tion with families waiting during diagnostic or surgical proce-
dures. We’ll also continue to offer healthcare scholarships and
fund special projects in Winona Health’s residential facilities.
Auxiliary volunteers are pleased to be part of the phenomenal
growth at Winona Health. We welcome men and women of all
ages to join us in supporting quality healthcare. To learn more
about the opportunities available, call the Volunteer Services
office at 507.457.4316.
Fran Edstrom, Auxiliary President
Staff in the news
Dennis Coon joined Winona Health as laboratory
director in February. “I was attracted to Winona Health Services
by the culture of the organization,” noted Coon. “This is a
progressive organization with a team of talented, hard- Allergy & Asthma Clinic
working and caring individuals.” Alzheimer’s Care

Previously, he served as the administrative director of the Assisted Living Facilities

lab at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, IL, and as Cardiac Rehab
administrative director of HealthLab, a reference laboratory
Dialysis
business in the western suburbs of Chicago.
Emergency Care
Ann Baker, director of Radiology Family Birth Center
Services and William Davis, MD,
Home Health Care
chief medical information officer
for Winona Health and a physi- Hospice Care
cian with Family Medicine of Laboratory
Winona, recently participated in
Long-term Care
the Healthcare Information and
Management Systems (HIMSS) Medical Services
annual conference in San Diego. Mental Health Services - Inpatient/Outpatient
Baker and Dr. Davis were on hand to answer questions about technology implementa-
Nutrition & Diabetes Education
tion and its impact on patient care. Winona Health Radiology Services uses the latest in
digital technology for mammography and other diagnostic imaging services. Occupational Health
Parkview Pharmacy
Kim Rock Stockheimer, MS, OTR/L, CKTI,
occupational therapist with Winona Health Radiology
Rehabilitation Services, recently returned from a lecture Rehabilitation Services
tour in the United Kingdom, including stops in London,
Respiratory Care
Turo, Glasgow, Newcastle and Manchester. Rock
Stockheimer lectured and shared research on Kinesio Rushford Clinic
Taping for orthopedics and sport injuries. She will return Sleep Lab
to the UK in May to teach athletes how to reduce
Sports Medicine
symptoms and improve performance using Kinesio Tape.
Surgery - Inpatient/Outpatient
Mike Allen, chief financial officer for Winona Health, Urgent Care (weekends)
participated in a round table session in Washington D.C.
with a group of professionals led by David Brailer,
National Coordinator for Health Information Technology NEW
for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Child/Adolescent Psychiatry
Allen was tapped to participate because of Winona
Orthopedic Surgery
Health’s reputation as a pioneer in implementing an
Electronic Medical Record system to improve patient
care. For more information:
507.454.3650
winonahealth.org

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 EVENTS, CLASSES & SUPPORT GROUPS
Alzheimer’s Support Group
Second Wednesday of every month, 6-7 pm
CHM Parkview Conference Room
Call 507.457.4560
Breastfeeding Class
June 1 or August 3, 6:30-8:30 pm
CMH Lake Winona Manor Classroom
$10 per participant/couple
Call 507.457.4491
Childbirth Education Class
Six-week course, 6:30-8:30 pm
May 2-June 6; June 7-July 12;
July 11-August 15 or August 2-September 6
CMH B.A. Miller Auditorium
Registration required. Call 507.457.4491
Childbirth Experience Weekend Class
Friday and Saturday, May 12 & 13
CMH B.A. Miller Auditorium
Registration required
Call 507.457.4491
Grief Support Group
Second Wednesday of every month, 3:30-5 pm
Watkins Manor Parlor
Call 507.457.4468
For a complete calendar of events and more
information about our services and programs,
please visit our website: winonahealth.org.
We welcome your questions and comments.
855 Mankato Ave.
Winona, MN 55987
Healthcare CPR Certification (First timer)
Two-night course, August 28 & 29, 5-9 pm
CMH B.A. Miller Auditorium
Registration required, $40
Call 507.457.4491
Healthcare CPR Recertification
4-hour course offered on many different dates
May 2 or 18, June 15, July 20, August 1 or 17,
7:30-11:30 am
May 4 or August 21, 5-9 pm
CMH B.A. Miller Auditorium
Registration required, $30
Call 507.457.4491
Health Care Directives
Informational Session
May 15, 6:30-7:30 pm or July 17, 9:30-10:30 am
CMH Parkview Conference Room
Call 507.457.4316
Health Care Directives Working Session
This session is for those who have attended
a Health Care Directives Informational Session
and are seeking assistance in completing
personal directives.
May 22, 6:30-7:30 pm
July 24, 9:30-10:30 am
CMH Parkview Conference Room
Call 507.457.4316
CMH = Community
Memorial Hospital
Prostate Cancer Support Group
First Monday of every month, 7-9 pm
CMH Parkview Conference Room
Call 507.457.4491
Public First Aid
May 25, 5-7:30 pm or August 10, 5-7:30 pm
CMH B.A. Miller Auditorium
Registration required, $25
Call 507.457.4491
Winona Health Auxiliary Events
Auxiliary Garage Sale (100 mile sale)
May 5, 7 am-5 pm and May 6, 7 am-noon,
Winona Health parking ramp
Victorian Tea at Wakins Manor
May 13, noon or 2 pm seatings. Tickets are
available at the Glady D. Miller Gift Shop for
$12 each and must be purchased in advance.
Call 507.457.4316
Building Dedication Celebration
Sunday, May 21, 12:30-4 pm
Program 12:30 pm
Refreshments, music & tours
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