Just in Time for Easter

BY JO MCCLURE

Carrot Cake

1 package yellow cake mix

1 1/4 cups mayonnaise

4 eggs

1/4 cup water

2 teaspoons cinnamon

2 cups shredded carrots

1/2 cup walnuts or pecans

1 can cream cheese frosting

Combine the cake mix, mayo, eggs, water and cinnamon in a large bowl and mix until well blended. Stir in the carrots and nuts and pour into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake at 350˚ for 40-45 minutes or until it passes the toothpick test. Cool for a couple hours and frost with cream cheese frosting.

Lemon Cake

1 package lemon cake mix

4 eggs

15 ounce can lemon pie filling

3 ounce block cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup butter, softened

2 cups powdered sugar

2 teaspoons vanilla

In a large bowl, beat the cake mix and eggs. Fold in the pie filling and spread into a greased 10x15 inch baking pan. Bake at 350˚ for 18-20 minutes or until it passes the toothpick test. Cool for an hour. Beat the cream cheese, butter and powdered sugar in a small bowl until smooth. Stir in vanilla and spread over the cooled cake. Store in the refrigerator.

Fragrances of Spring

Junk in the Trunk carries a wonderful line of 100% soy candles in the beautiful fragrance of spring. Junk in the Trunk. 1918 W. 41st St., Sioux Falls. (605) 338-5510.

The Colors of Easter

Hop on in to Blue Mound Liquor for an adult egg hunt! The colors of Easter abound. Blue Mound Liquor. 319 W. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 449-5052.

Gift Giving Needs

Visit the Christmas Haus inside the Rock County History Center for all your gift giving needs. Unique gifts by local artists anyone on your gift giving list will love. 312 E. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-2122.

Outdoor Fun!

Spring is just around the corner. It’s time to stock up on the terrific outdoor toys your kiddos will love. Perfect for Easter baskets too! Kidtopia. Dawley Farm Village, 901 S. Highline Pl., Sioux Falls. (605) 275-4825.

Goodbye to Winter!

It’s time you said goodbye to the winter blues and said hello to our feel-good blues! Blue finishes such as Breeze and Blueberry, shown here, are dramatic used as an accent or stunning when the focus of your design. The Blueberry door features a Homestead finish which features a variety of finishing techniques. Visit our showroom today and ask one of our friendly designers about how to add these blues to your project, as well as many other colors and styles, from StarMark Cabinetry. Today’s StarMark Custom Cabinetry. 600 E. 48th Street North. (605) 977-3660.

I Do!

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Save the Date!

Mallrats Presents: MTV Unplugged

Friday, June 23, 2023 • 7:30pm Historic Palace Theatre. palacetheatre.us or 104 E. Main St., Luverne, MN. (507) 283-4339.

$25 tickets, on sale May 22!

SDSU Coach John Stiegelmeyer

Coach Stiegelmeyer presents “It Takes a Whole Team to Win”

Monday, May 1 • 5:30pm Palace Theatre • Luverne, MN

Open to the public FREE of charge — sponsored by Luverne Initiatives for Tomorrow. Reserved seating and VIP reception at Sterling’s Cafe & Grille also available for $50/person. Advance tickets for this only. Call the Luverne Chamber at (507) 283-4061 for tickets.

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John Stiegelmeyer

Coach of the 2023 Jackrabbit Football National Championship Team

“IT TAKES THE WHOLE TEAM TO WIN”

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Spring Whimsy

Advanced Tickets Only | $50/Person

Food | Beverage | Fellowship | Inspiration

$20 of Ticket Purchase Tax Deductible Donation to L I FT

TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE LUVERNE AREA CHAMBER | 507.283.4061

Beat the winter blahs by painting one of the new adorable and whimsical spring pieces at Color Me Mine. 3709 W. 41st St. (605) 362-6055.

Two Wheels!

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Happy Hour!

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Best Bridal Experience

Ellie Stone Bride is located at 69th & Western and will bring you the best bridal experience in the Sioux Falls area. When you purchase here, you are not just a customer — you become part of the family. Photo courtesy of Solis Photography. Ellie Stone Bride. 69th & Western. (605) 332-8841.

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Make sure your dancer is recital ready with a quick stop at The Dance Line. Tights, hair accessories and so much more. The Dance Line. 2115 S. Minnesota Ave. (605) 335-8242.

100th Year of Walt Disney

Celebrate the 100th year anniversary of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse. We have several pieces including a whole lit village featuring Mickey Mouse buildings and accessories. 40% off select Mickey items for all of April! Country ‘n More. Heather Ridge Village. 69th & Western. (605) 361-9797.

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New Reuben Pizza!

Be sure to stop by Charlie’s Pizza now through Easter to try our new specialty Reuben Pizza! You will love it! Charlie’s Pizza. Heather Ridge Village. 69th & Western Ave. (605) 275-2212.

Spring Into Spring

Spring into spring in style — when you shop at Mainstream Boutique. A women’s fashion and accessories boutique for women of all ages. Excellent customer service, quality merchandise, affordable boutique pricing and a fun environment! Come check us out!

716 S. Highline Pl., Sioux Falls. (605) 334-3817.

You Are One Smart Cookie!

If you are planning for an upcoming graduation, let Mary’s Mountain Cookies help cater your celebration! We have many cookie flavors to choose from. Looking for a unique gift for your grad? We also have gift cards available. Call us for more details on catering your graduation event at (605) 275-0060.

Spring Market • April 21-22

W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds - Expo Building www.junkinmarketdays.com

April 21 • 4pm - 7pm April 22 • 9am - 4pm

Boutique clothing, home décor, jewelry, gourmet foods, one-of-a-kind finds.

The Best Gift Ideas!

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Class of 2024!

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High Fashion & High Comfort

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