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Haute Shoppe |
| Haute Shoppe Web Exclusive!! What treasures have we found this month? |
Body Shoppe |
| May Flowers - Scrumptious bouquets to spritz, splash and spray Check out the very best products to make you look, and feel, great. |
Fitness |
| Hitting the dance floor with Lyn Pilch Each month, brava sends Anne Connor on a new fitness adventure. Join her this month as she busts a move with Lyn Pilch of Dance Fabulous. |
Tips from the Trainers |
| Step Up Your Walking Program
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Ask Doctor Mom |
| TV guidelines for the health of your child
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Goodie Bag |
| Goodie Bag We've searched and searched some more to track down the ultimate in goodies for babes, toddlers, tots, pre-teens and teens. Check out two of our featured items. |
The Parenting Project |
| Should you 'redshirt' your kindergartener? Entering kindergarten is one of the most exciting times in a child's academic life. It also can be a hotly debated topic among parents who are trying to decide whether little Johnny or Janie is ready for school. |
Behind the scenes |
| brava's Mother's Day Fashion Shoot Each month the pages of brava are filled with fine fashions and awe-inspiring accessories. The finished product is finessed and fabulous, but getting there is another story. Have you ever wondered how brava does it? Here's a sneak peak at our "Tea for Two" fashion shoot. Be sure to check out the final layout in our May issue - on stands now! |
Healthy You |
| Allergy Aid
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Family Feature |
| Coping with Grief Communication is key in helping children deal with loss |
Health Feature |
| Sun Smarts Prevention is key in the fight against melanoma |
welcome home web exclusives |
| The Ultimate in Home Work Whether it's the hub of a home-based business or a project area to pay bills and check e-mail, today's home offices are functional and pleasing to the eye. |
Cash or Trash |
| This month: A historic photo with UW-Madison connections Eager to know what your collectibles are worth? E-mail a photo and description of the piece to Annie Levihn, editorial director, at alevihn@ericksonpublishing.com, or mail your information to Cash or Trash, c/o brava magazine, P.O. Box 45050, Madison, WI 53744-5050. |
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Art Scene |
| The Spotlight shines on... Polly Goepfert - Director of the Stoughton Norwegian Dancers, Seventh-grade math teacher for Stoughton Public Schools |
Around the Table |
| Who needs Napa? The Wine Country's as near as Middleton. Kelly Jo Gilboy's The Wine Boutique |
Lost and Found |
| Lost and Found: Francis Ford Coppola Do you ever ask, "What ever happened to...??" Every month, Doug Moe searches high and low to bring us up-to-date on the area's most interesting individuals. |
Shop Talk |
| Shop Talk What's new in retail in the Madison area? Genie Campbell unearth's the latest and greatest in shopping news. |
Just say brava |
| brava to... We salute the accomplishments of area women and organizations. Do you know someone who has accomplished something worth noting? Send the information, and a photo if possible, to mshambeau@ericksonpublishing.com. |
Features |
Cover Story |
| Milanie Cleere: A True Toy Story Without a Buzz Lightyear or Woody in sight, Milanie Cleere's Oompa.com successfully offers toys that inspire - naturally |
On the Lighter Side |
| My son, the gearhead I didn't know he was a gearhead when he was born. He was. |
Destinations |
| Destination: Lake Geneva and Delavan Where do you want to go today? Come with us on a magnificent day trip and learn about the best stops along the way, including great shopping, dining, attractions and so much more! |
Male Call |
| May's Male Call: Tim Metcalfe The owner of The Metcalfe Corporation says, "Let them eat brats!" |
Making a Difference |
| Making a Difference: Mary Dowling The co-director of Sharing Resources Worldwide brings medical supplies, treatment and hope to families across the globe |
brava Blogs |
From our Publisher |
| From the desk of Kristin Erickson, publisher
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