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Walmart is proposing to build a 120,000-square-foot retail store on a vacant industrial site at the intersection of Highway 5 and Powers Boulevard in Chanhassen.

While the proposal has yet to have come before city officials, news that Walmart may be coming to Chanhassen has generated attention.

“I have gotten feedback,” said city councilor Jerry McDonald. “There is a lot of concern about what is going to happen to other businesses in town. “ McDonald said it’s early in the process and he plans to keep an open mind while gathering information.

“In this economy, I don’t know you can just afford to slam the door,” he said.

The city has been looking for prospective tenants for the former Teleplan building at 1000 Park Road for several years.

Graphic by Carrie Rood

Walmart’s proposal is scheduled to be in front of the Chanhassen Planning Commission on Nov. 1 and then will be considered by the City Council Nov. 28.

Public input could be especially

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Dylan Young, a Chanhassen senior sporting a pink Mohawk during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, celebrates with the rest of the Storm last week by hoisting a victory jug around Storm Field. Chanhassen crushed Chaska 57 to 8. Story on page 9.

PHOTO BY RICHARD CRAWFORD

A Walmart store is being proposed for the vacant Teleplan property at the intersection of Highway 5 and Powers Boulevard in Chanhassen.

Book captures Carver County’s history in photographs

BY MOLLEE FRANCISCO mfrancisco@swpub.com

Florida transplant Ruth Tremblay developed a fascination with barns not long after moving to Minnesota.

Her fascination soon turned into a passion as she picked up her camera to capture images of Carver County’s disappearing barns. And as she got to know the people attached to the barns, she began to understand how it all fit together – the land, the people, the history.

Today, many of those people and their stories are collected in a new book from Arcadia Publishing, “Images of America: Carver County.”

“There was a need for this book,” said Tremblay. The last book to focus on the whole county came out in 1915, she said. “There’s a lot of things that went on in Carver County people don’t know about.”

Tremblay teamed up with Lois Schulstad, a genealogist and volunteer with the Ca r ver County Historical Society, to write the book.

Together, the duo spent a year and a half collecting photos, conducting interviews and doing research. They’ll be offering book presentations and signings at both the Waconia and Norwood Young America libraries over the next month.

“Images of America: Carver County” covers a number of categories from rural and family life to churches, schools and transportation all with plenty of photos to illustrate the stories. Both Tremblay and Schulstad were most interested in the chapter on rural life.

“I grew up on a farm,” said Schulstad. “Working on this brought back a lot of memories.”

Tremblay said farmers provided the backbone for the county. “They

weren’t just farmers,” she said. “A lot of them had businesses in town that they were also running.”

Photographs of fields being tilled, cows grazing in pastures and turkey farms fi ll the chapter with slices of county life. Other chapters include pictures of churches, schools, bars, shops and creameries – many of which no longer exist.

But it’s the people pictures that Tremblay and Schulstad like best, from a pair anglers showing off the day’s catch on a string held between them to a group of young ladies celebrating a 21st birthday. “The photos are intriguing to look at,” said Tremblay.

Nearly all of the photos Tremblay and Schulstad included in the book come from private collections rather than historical societies. It’s a point

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Frank and Augusta “Gustie” Bahr spin wool into yarn at their home in rural Watertown. The photo is one of many in the new “Images of America: Carver County” history book.

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Fire Department Open House Sunday, October 16, 2011, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

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Fire Station #1 7610 Laredo Drive, Chanhassen Come meet the members of your Fire Department and have a picture taken with Sparky the fire dog! There will be lots to see and do. You’ll be able to spray water at the house of fire, go on a fire truck ride, and take a bounce in the Dalmatian fun jump.

The Carver County Sheriff’s Department, the Mounted Posse, City of Chanhassen Community Service Officers, CenterPoint Energy, MN State Fire Service Memorial Pipe Band, and the National Weather Service will also have demonstrations and exhibits.

Food and refreshments will be available.

Outstanding photos of autumn leaves Autumn is upon us, and we’re seeking your best fall color photos. We’re looking for those eye-popping reds, oranges, yellows and golds – whether they’re in landscape photos or pictures of your kids playing in the leaves.

Send your picture – in .jpg format, at least 3 MB in file size – to Editor Richard Crawford, editor@chanvillager.com, before noon on Wednesday, Oct. 19. Include your name and city of residence. We’ll run some reader photos online at chanvillager.com and some in the Oct. 27 Villager print edition.

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important in this case because the size of the project, which gives city officials more discretion than normal.

After Teleplan closed, the city created new zoning regulations for the property, however, didn’t account for a building of this size. Walmart is seeking a concept planned unit development approval, according to Chanhassen Community Development Director Kate Aanenson.

If the proposal is approved, McDonald said the concept planned unit development process will give the city additional say regarding the specifics of the project, including things such as architecture and parking specifications.

Walmart has more than 15 stores in the metropolitan area, with the closest being the Eden Prairie store on Singletree Lane near Eden Prairie mall.

According to Hennepin County records, the Eden Prairie store is located on 16 acres, compared to the 14 acre site at 1000 Park Road in Chanhassen. In 2011, the Walmart in Eden Prairie paid $380,000 in property taxes.

Several years ago Walmart was considering building a store in Carver.

A C h a n h a s s en lo c at ion would be the westernmost location in the Twin Cities.

“A lot of people from western Carver County go all the way to Eden Prairie to shop at Wal-

company incorporated as WalMart Stores, Inc. in 1969 and was first publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange in 1972.

Walmart employs 2.1 million people around the world, including almost 1.4 million in the United States. Walmart is one of the largest private employers in the U.S., the largest in Mexico and one of the largest in Canada.

Today in the U.S., Walmart operates more than 4,400 retail facilities, including Walmart stores and Sam’s Club warehouses. For fiscal year 2011, Walmart U.S. net sales were more than $260 billion, and Sam’s Club net sales were almost $50 billion.

For the fiscal year ended January 2011, Walmart increased net sales by 3.4 percent to $419 billion and returned a record $19.2 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases. Walmart ranked first on the 2011 Fortune 500 list of the world’s largest companies by revenue.

Walmart has been recognized as a leader in sustainability, philanthropy and employment opportunity. The company has been named “The biggest cash contributor to nonprofit and community organizations in the United States .”

Walmart was founded by Sam Walton in 1962 with the opening of the first Walmart store in Rogers, Ark. The

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mart,” McDonald said.

McDonald said one of his primary concerns is making sure existing businesses in downtown Chanhassen aren’t hurt by a Walmart. He said, however, that a Walmart store would create several hundred jobs and bring customers into the community.

“They’re going to spend money here,” he said.

EARLY REACTION While early feedback has leaned negative on the city’s Facebook page, some see benefits to having Walmart come to town.

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“It’s close enough to bring traffic and tax base to downtown, but not so close that it detracts from the look and success of our terrific downtown business community,” said Vernelle Clayton, a business property manager in Chanhassen.

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the two are very proud of.

“We were lucky to fi nd so many people willing to share their history,” said Tremblay “ To s e e t he c om mu n it y come together and share is wonderful,” she added.

“I’m a big believer in people sharing their stories with others,” added Schulstad.

T r embl ay s a id t h at she found people’s cooperation refreshing. “It’s not that way everywhere.”

“Everybody was so open and hospitable,” said Schulstad. “It made it so much fun to go out and talk to people.”

Both Tremblay and Schulstad recognize how extraordinarily proud Carver County citizens are of their history.

“So many residents can trace back to t he [ a re a’s ] e a rl iest settlers,” said Schulstad. “ T here’s so much pride i n that.”

And they feel lucky to have b e en able to t ap i nto t h at pride.

“Lifelong residents have such a phenomena l appre ciation of history,” she added. “And they have so much knowledge.”

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Walter and Glenn Beiersdorf pose for a photograph, following a successful day of fishing in Watertown Township. The photo is in the recently published “Images of America: Carver County.”

Historical images What: A book of Carver County historical photographs, called “Images of America: Carver County” Publisher: Arcadia Publishing Authors: Ruth Tremblay and Lois Schulstad Details: 127 pages, paperback, $21.99 Book presentations/signings: 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 15, Waconia Library, 217 S. Vine St., Waconia 1:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 5, Norwood Young America Library, 314 Elm St. W., Norwood Young America

Tremblay hopes that knowledge and interest in history trickles down to the younger generations.

“I hope kids pick it up,” she said of the book. “I hope it appeals to all ages.”

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CHANHASSEN

Understand the book of Revelation

City to scale back on number of tennis courts HALLOWEEN PARTY

BY RICHARD CRAWFORD editor@chanvillager.com

Facing steep costs to maintain tennis courts throughout the city, the Chanhassen City Council is planning to pare back on the number of courts and rehab court surfaces rather than do full reconstructions.

There are currently 28 public courts in the city. Of those, the city owns 13.

The tennis courts currently in place across the community represent a significant investment in public infrastructure and are amenities that need to be maintained in order to provide value, according to a city memo.

“I think where we’re at today is people are using the courts but are thinking we’re not taking care of them,” said Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation director, during the city’s Oct. 10 meeting.

Hoffman said the wet weather at the end of last season caused substantial deterioration and cracking on the courts.

The city hired a contractor to help determine a maintenance plan for 2012.

Two courts at the Chanhassen Recreation Center haven’t been usable for several years, due to construction on bad soils, Hoffman said. The cost to fully reconstruct those courts was estimated at $129,100. The total estimate for all repairs needed was more than $277,320.

However, the amount in the city’s court maintenance plan for 2012 is only $125,000.

City staff has recommended a scaled-back plan estimated to cost $102,800. That plan would abandon two of the four courts at the Chanhassen Recreation Center and turn them into green space. Other recommendations: Rehab, rather than reconstruct, two tennis courts at North Lotus Lake Park at an estimated cost of $35,000.

Rehab two courts at Meadow Green Park ($25,000).

Rehab two tennis courts at Lake Susan Park ($21,600).

Rehab two courts at South Lotus Park ($21,200).

Hoffman said the rehabbing of the asphalt surfaces is a temporary fi x and the surfaces will ultimately deteriorate and require maintenance in future years.

The city’s tennis courts were built between 1972 and 1995, according to the city memo. To date, courts have been patched, crack sealed and resurfaced, but no courts have been reconstructed.

Hoffman said tennis grew in popularity in the 1970s and early 1980s and then participation dropped. In recent years there has been renewed interest in tennis as a lifelong sport that is an inexpensive form of recreation.

ABANDONED PROPERTY A duplex that has been abandoned for several years and the source of neighborhood complaints may soon be forfeited for delinquent taxes.

The property, located at 6850 and 6852 Nez Perce Drive, hasn’t been occupied since 1997 and has been a nuisance for several years, according to a city report.

City staff has recorded code violations at the site, including tall grass complaints. Water service has been shut off for several years.

The county auditor has stated that if delinquent taxes are not received by Nov. 1, the property is to be forfeited to the state of Minnesota.

The city has attempted to contact the property owner, Darryl Anderson, without success. City officials have connected with Mr. Anderson’s brother, who lives out of state. Anderson’s brother indicated he may pay the back taxes and take owner-

Chanhassen Mayor Tom Furlong invited resident to attend the city’s annual Halloween Party from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Chnahassen Recreation Center.

The event is geared for children ages 10 and under. There will be family entertainment provided by Don B with his variety show, trick or treating, optional spooky rooms, hayrides, children’s games and refreshments.

Pre-registration is required

by Oct. 21 either at City Hall or the Chanhassen Recreation Center. The fee is $5 per child (adults are free).

Pastor Max Frazier of the Village School of the Bible and pastor of Buffalo Covenant Church will duscuss topics like the antiChrist, the number 666, the rapture, the 2 witnesses, the Dragon, etc.

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The city of Chanhassen is budgeting $102,800 to rehab tennis courts in 2012. ship of the property.

According to county records, the land value of the property — .76 acres — is estimated at $84,600.

The city’s goal is “to bring the property into compliance” and is working with the county to resolve the issues,” according to a staff report.

TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS The City Council reviewed plans for two major transportation projects in the next two years.

Plans for a pedestrian underpass of Highway 41 at Minnewashta Regional Park and the construction of 2 -1/2 miles of pedestrian trail both inside and outside the park were approved.

Once completed, the trail and underpass project will link an existing trail at Long Acres Drive to a trail at Lake Lucy Road and continue north connecting to Minnetonka Middle School West, according to a memo from Carver County Parks.

“The underpass solves a longstanding problem,” the memo said. “Highway 41 has traffic speeds of 50 mph and average daily traffic of over 17,000 vehicles, which effectively cuts off pedestrian and bicycle access to the park.”

The total cost of the trail and underpass project is $2.1 million. More than $1 million is coming from federal funds.

The county’s cost is $418,000 and Chanhassen’s share is $632,000.

Construction is planned for next spring.

The council also reviewed preliminary plans for improvements to Lyman Boulevard from Audubon Road to Powers Boulevard. The section is slated to be upgraded from a two-lane undivided road to a four-lane divided road. The project includes widening of Powers Boulevard to add a northbound left turn lane at Lyman Boulevard.

A traffic analysis was completed to take into consideration the opening of Chanhassen High School and the opening of Highway 212. The study concluded that Lyman should be constructed to a four-lane divided road with intersection i mprovements at Audubon Road North, Sunset Trail and Powers Boulevard.

The total cost of the project is estimated at $8 million. The city’s share of the cost is estimated at between $1.5 million

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www.chanvillager.com and $ 2 million. Federal and county dollars will cover the remainder.

The proposed schedule calls for construction to start in 2014 with a completion date of November 2014.

TECH LEVY BRIEFING District 112 Superintendent Jim Bauck gave a presentation to the Chanhassen City Council Monday night on the upcoming technology levy referendum on Nov. 8.

“Financially, the district is finding it harder and harder to maintain our current investment in technology infrastructure and technology tools,” Bauck said in a memo to the city.

“In an effort to keep up with the growing technology needs of staff and students, we have put off needed repairs and maintenance of our 13 buildings. We can no longer do that.”

Bauck told city officials that the district is looking for a steady stream of technology funding so the district can keep pace with school districts residents compare themselves to based on a recent community survey.

Cu r rent ly, Eden P rairie spends $648 per pupil on technology, according to a district handout. Minnetonka spends $624 per pupil, Wayzata ($539) and Edina $120. Edina is proposing to increase that amount to $549 in an upcoming levy.

District 112 has funded its technology needs through its capital fund, Bauck explained.

If the levy is approved, it would generate $ 220 per pupil for technology. That amount would be added to about $980,000 the district currently uses from the capital fund for technology.

Bauck said the district would use an additional $50 per pupil approved by the Legislature this session for training related to technology.

Bauck said this will be the ninth referendum he has been involved with during his career and that there’s never been a good time to ask for a tax increase.

For more information on the tech levy proposal, including a tax calculator, Bauck advised going to www.district112.org

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EDITORIAL

Letter guidelines for Nov. 8 vote Residents of School District 112 and Minnetonka School District will have school decisions to make at the ballot box Nov. 8.

District 112 is conducting a levy asking voters for about $2 million a year over the next 10 years to fund technology improvements at all the schools.

Mi nnetonka School Dist rict will be electing four school board members.

The newspaper welcomes letters to the editor related to the Nov. 8 vote and asks contributors to follow a few letter-to-the-editor guidelines: I Names signed on a letter should only represent one household. Group-written letters make it difficult to verify the letter writer.

I Letters must be written in the signer’s own words. Letters known to have not been written by the signer will not be accepted for publication.

I The newspaper asks that writers submit no more than one letter

prior to Nov. 8. Publication of subsequent letters is handled on a caseby-case basis.

I Writers should include daytime phone numbers and their street addresses. This is for verification purposes, only the city of residence will be published.

I Letters may be copyedited for items such as facts, spelling and length.

I The last newspaper for publishing referendum letters will be Thursday, Oct. 27. The deadline for these letters is noon, Monday, Oct. 24. Letters endorsing candidates for the Minnetonka School Board election will run through Nov. 3 I The Thursday, Nov. 3 editorial pages also will be reserved for specific responses to opinions published in the Oct. 27 newspaper. We ask that these responses not bring up any new issues pertaining to the referendum.

For more information, call Editor Richard Crawford at (952) 3456471.

GUEST COMMENTARY

Cooking is leading cause of fires

BY JERRY ROSENDAHL

Thirty-nine Minnesotans died in smoke and flames last year — up from 34 deaths in 2009.

The majority of the victims lost their lives in a place where they should feel safest — at home. And unfortunately, in more than a third of these tragedies, smoke alarms were missing or inoperable.

Cooking, heating and open flames accounted for nearly 70 percent of residential fires with cooking, once again, being the leading cause. And while careless smoking accounts for only four percent of residential fires, it caused 21 percent of residential fire deaths last year.

These sobering statistics are part of the reason for Fire Prevention Month in Minnesota.

The campaign, sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association, is an annual effort to spread life-saving messages in

hopes of changing behavior that leads to deadly fires.

Governor Dayton has signed a proclamation officially declaring October Fire Prevention Month in Minnesota, and the State Fire Marshal Division has launched a month-long public education campaign. The campaign includes advertisements on Metro Transit buses, downloadable education materials on the State Fire Marshal website, fire safety tips on the Fire Marshal’s social media pages and a plan to distribute news releases across the state throughout the month informing Minnesotans of open houses at fire departments and providing additional prevention information.

Please visit our website at fire. state.mn.us and select “Public Education” for the resources to help you learn and teach others about fire safety.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR TECH LEVY

Global market jobs require tech skills

Count me as a no vote

District 112 is asking voters for additional funding for a technical referendum on Nov. 8. We are asking you to vote yes for this ballot question.

Preparing our children for jobs in a global market requires a strong foundation of technical skills, and we should be providing that foundation within the classroom.

While researching the implications, I ran across the Massachusetts Institute of Technology published piece “Using the Technology of Today, in the Classroom Today”: “Not surprisingly, this ‘transformation’ has serious implications for us in the space of education. Nearly all institutions – business, industry, medicine, science and government – have harnessed aspects of these technologies for decades. Games and simulations have been a key component of training doctors and military personnel, but even businesses like PricewaterhouseCoopers used a game about a mining company in outer space to teach its employees about derivatives.

Although that may seem a bit ‘off the wall,’ the fact is major corporations, the Department of Defense, and the medical community would not use these tools if they were not highly effective.”

We strongly encourage you to become familiar with the issues surrounding this referendum on Nov. 8, information is available on the www. district112.org and www.voteyesdistrict112.com.

We live in a great community with really great schools. Let’s continue to support our children!

Mike and Jean Buller Chaska

Roger Brewin Chanhassen

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Is it worth it?

Not to me I am concerned about a 120,000-square-foot supercenter coming to Chanhassen. The current traffic on Highway 5 is quite busy and adding the additional congestion of a supercenter would require additional lanes of traffic that would transition our community from small town living to suburbia overnight.

Although the tax revenue would be outstanding, what would the cost be to our community? Increased crime, lower average incomes, loss of local businesses? Is it worth it? Not to me.

We need to be more creative as a community to attract great businesses that exemplify Chanhassen and what we stand for. Community.

Please attend the Public Hearing at the Planning Commission on Nov. 1 and please sign up to volunteer via Chanhassenfirst.org.

Wendy OConnor Chanhassen

What a disappointment to see that the leadership of District 112 has decided to push forward a vote on yet another tax levy.

While you can count me as one of the multitude of parents who are thankful for the quality of education our children receive in this district, you can also count me as one of the “moderately hostile” taxpayers referenced in the article. In fairness, I guess I am more than just moderately hostile.

I understand that the basis of great schools lies in the support of the community but at some point we have to start considering the unintended consequences of endlessly escalating taxes on families and residents. A quick check back on my tax records shows that school levies were 33.3 percent of my total taxes in 2010 and will be 35.8 percent in 2011. Another shortfall in the escrow account, another increase in monthly mortgage payments; the cycle seems endless.

While the district leadership may believe that they enjoy the support of the community for being fiscally responsible, they should also pay heed to the 70 percent of respondents who expect the school to show how they are operating more efficiently and provide some more specific details on exactly how these endless tax increases actually improve the quality of the education for our children. Until this is better explained to the taxpayers and we see operating efficiencies make our existing dollars go further, you can count me as a no vote. I’ve got plenty of other things to use the money for.

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Government needs to act In response to the letter to the editor last week that the Jobs Act is a socialistic and anti-business act I think it is necessary to keep in mind that the United States has a debt of over $14 trillion and our credit among the international markets is falling fast.

We do not have the option of allowing our markets and industries to fall to some natural level of survival.

Our government needs to act now!

Our business world needs our debt to go down quickly and I think that is obvious or we will all be feeling a lot of decline! $447 billion is not so large a cost (compared to the national debt) if it gets a $14 trillion debt down and saves our economy and us!

Richard Donnay Chanhassen

Cut corporate income taxes I would like to add a few thoughts to the letter entitled “Obama’s Jobs Act proposal is a bust.” I would agree that that proposal is another misguided attempt to lower unemployment by throwing Federal money at the problem.

Making more government-funded jobs contributes very little toward solving the unemployment problem.

The stimulus act of 2011 was an example of the government throwing money that they didn’t have at

the problem. It accomplished very little toward achieving the goal of lowering unemployment and greatly increased the deficit which is doing serious harm to our country.

Here are a couple of thoughts on how the federal government could contribute to increasing employment that I think are worth considering.

If the government would reduce or eliminate corporate income taxes, it seems logical that it would increase employment. Assuming the tax savings would be invested in growing companies, job growth would be stimulated. Furthermore, it would reduce the incentive to move profit centers to other countries thus keeping more jobs in the U.S. I think the government would recoup most, if not all, of the revenue lost by a combination of more workers paying taxes and by increased tax revenues from capital gains and dividends by the owners (shareholders) of those companies.

The jobs generated would be more productive, longer-term jobs than those directly paid for by the government. This would apply primarily to C- corporations that have shareholders who either receive dividends or appreciated value of stock on which they pay taxes.

The best way to stimulate job growth in small companies, such as S-corporations or LLC companies would be to reduce costly over reg u lation t hat of ten st ra ng les small businesses and hinders their growth. That would probably be difficult to accomplish because we have huge government bureaucracies that justify their existence by generating ever growing regulations accompanied by tons of paperwork.

Large companies can usually afford the staff to deal with such over regulation, even though it is a huge waste of resources. However, small businesses, that generate the majority of new jobs, can least afford the suffocating over regulation. Many small companies are often reluctant to increase staff (and sometimes put out of business) because of such over regulation.

A not her t hought – i nstead of President Obama’s “soak the rich” proposal to pay for governmentfunded jobs by means of our current absolutely insane tax code, we need a more fair, reasonable and efficient means of taxation. I think we need a nonpartisan commission to draft a rational means of raising revenue.

The politicians have proven that when they try to improve the tax code they keep making it worse. Our federal government is seriously out of control and is doing great harm to our country. I’m not optimistic that we can rein it in before it bankrupts us, but we do need to try.

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Regarding the GOP ‘message’ With reference to the letter to the editor from Vince Beaudette, Carver County GOP secretary, in the Oct. 6, Villager: What would happen to the Republican Party’s chances if Beaudette and others like him referred to the Wisconsin protesters as “people” instead of as “union thugs?” What would be the GOP’s electoral hopes if they referred to the health care bill simply as the “Affordable Care Act”? And how about “work on our deteriorating infrastructure” instead of “expensive makework jobs” or “regulations intended as consumer protection” instead of “anti-business” regulations”?

The idea of using our tax money to repair the failing bridges and the bad roads that we all use is quite uninteresting, really, while “expensive make-work jobs” is an idea we can all hate. The term “union thugs” conjures up the imagery of innocent people being beaten to a pulp. The health care bill is so long and complex that most of us depend on other people who may not know any more about it than we do to tell us what it says; and besides, “The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act” is a mouthful whereas “Obamacare” is not only short and snappy, it suggests something we should all automatically detest.

And think about this: Mr. Beaudette says, “Obama is trying to blame Republicans for the unemployment and hardship he himself is creating for America’s middle class with his relentless attacks on our private sector, and he’s counting on his allies in the media, educational and entertainment communities to continue to help him sell this lie.”

In one fell swoop, he implies that (1) Obama all by himself has the incredible power to cause or remedy our unemployment woes, which is of course preposterous, (2) Obama and staff are so dumb as to think attacking the private sector would get votes when the media, private schools, and the entertainment world Beaudette claims are full of liars for Obama are part of the private sector and (3) these communities are, by extension, at best unreliable sources of information and, more likely, purveyors of outright lies.

The message that Beaudette obviously hopes to have planted in the subconscious mind of his audience is that only the GOP leadership and its talking points can be trusted. If and when this message is digested, he and his fellow Republicans can say anything whatever — true, false, or mixed — and his clueless public will believe it.

This is why his letter contains so few actual facts; he doesn’t need any.

Joanne Scheller Chanhassen

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COMMENTARY: COMPENSATED ABSENCES

Stop taking vacation to the bank try to put the No. 1 fi scal issue pertaining to compensated absences to each of you in plain English. When you give an employee vacation and sick leave regardless of whether it totals 3, 4, 5, 6 weeks or more a year, the cost of that time is built into their salaries. The theory is you don’t get paid any more or less whether or not you use it. It is budgeted as part of your salary.

If you allow this abso lutely ridiculous practice that you h ave b e en allowing, employees can not use large amounts of their vacation and sick leave and then carry it over and bank it so to speak until they leave or retire and then get paid for it.

Wait, now didn’t you just pay them for the vacation and sick leave in their annual salary?

Dah, yes! I haven’t heard of anyone offering to lower their salary as a result of not using it. Instead, here you are paying

What ever happened to the theory around which the practice of sick leave and vacation were created?

them for this time included in their annual salary with their annual salary and then again paying them a second time for the same time when they leave or retire and on top of that at a higher rate that they earned it at. Fiscal conservatives?

Right. Who are you kidding.

You each just cost the city and the taxpayers more than two times what you what you should have for this time.

What ever happened to the theory around which the practice of sick leave and vacation were cre ated? T hese were created as a benefit to both the employee and employer.

Vacation and sick leave were to help keep people happy and productive employees because it was determined to not do so produced just the opposite effect as a result of people just working all the time and not having much of a life outside work. Mayor, city manager and councilors, it really is about time you stop this ridiculous practice and help Councilor Vicki Er nst rid us of t his practice as well as all the hidden costs.

Senn is a Chanhassen resident.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

This fall, four seats out of seven are up for election for the Minnetonka School Board.

Our public schools are a vital piece of our communities. Insuring that these institutions provide optimal educational opportunities for children, are fi nancially sound, and are led by outstanding educational professionals is the responsibility of the School Board. The Minnetonka Public Schools are a $120 million dollar annual community investment responsible for providing education to the children who are the future of our communities and the world.

There are eight people running for four seats. I encourage all voting citizens to carefully consider the qualifications of each candidate prior to casting their vote. Ask yourself these questions: Who possesses the experience, skills and abilities to lead this organization?

Who has the same values and ideas as I do about how to best educate children? Who has demonstrated their passion and interest in education of children? Who possesses the ability to make decisions on behalf of all children? Who will continue to build upon the excellence of this District?

Our children deserve our

Pam Langseth Minnetonka School Board treasurer and past chair

Pay attention to school election For about a month now, I have been knocking on Chanhassen resident doors. I have been trying to get the word out. There is a District 276 Minnetonka school board election coming up. But it seems very few people care. When I approach residents I am greeted politely but with an apparent air of apathy. People are unaware in many cases that there is an election on Nov. 8.

There are an equal number of residents that do not think their vote matters. They fi nd reasons why they should not vote. They say that since they are not aware of the issues they would be wasting their time to vote since there is neither foun-

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The empty nesters take the position that they no longer have a dog in the fi ght. With close to half of our population over 55 years old, that is a lot of people.

And then there are many of us who say they cannot afford to take off work. Even if their employer says it is OK, in this climate, they are apprehensive about time off from work in an off year election cycle...

In spite of all these reasons, it is now time to pay special attention. Here are some facts that you can take to the bank.

Minnetonka schools have a very aggressive open enrollment program. Some say it is the most aggressive in the nation. It is a revenue generator, bringing in millions of dollars into the school district. And the other school districts that are losing their students to Minnetonka are taking notice and action. We have to keep an eye on it, so it does not become a cost generator.

Second, a third of Chanhassen’s school-age children attend a District 276 Minnetonka school.

Third, one of the biggest factors that affect the value and stability of the value of our homes is the school district. If the school district goes downhill, home values go downhill.

In this hard economic time, we need to ensure these school board members help ensure that the education is solid and that the district remains to be a draw for area students and for the stability of our home values.

Fourth, if you cannot make it on Nov. 8 to vote, you can stop by the district service center and cast your absentee ballot vote Monday through Friday until Nov. 7. Here are the directions: From the intersection of 494 and Hwy 7, take Hwy 7 west 2.5 miles; turn south (left) on County Road 101. At the stoplight at Hanus Road, turn left into the parking lot shared

by Clear Springs Elementary School and the District Service Center. The District Service Center is on the north end of the parking lot. If you cannot make it then, you can call Deb Hoffman, our school district voting official, at (952) 401-5033 and order a ballot application and cast your vote by mail.

There are alternatives and simple outcomes if you decide not to vote. Here they are.

If you do not vote you allow someone else help decide what your children learn in school.

If you do not vote others can influence what we pay and how we spend our tax dollars in the district.

If you do not vote you give away your right to have a say in the school district’s governance.

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It really is time to do something about compensated absences. Compensated absences allow city employees to not use and continually carryover over large volumes of sick leave, vacation, and comp time and bank it until they leave or retire.

Interestingly enough, they are paid at the highest rate when they leave or retire and not the rate they earned the time at. This practice, which the city manager, mayor and a majority of the Chanhassen City Council (other than Councilor Vicki Ernst who keeps t r yi ng to cha nge it) allow to just keep on ticking has got to stop now. Previous letters and commentaries have addressed the many reasons why it should stop, including the fact it is a major unfunded liability for the city and the taxpayers.

The city manager, mayor and majority of the council have been trying to defend the unfunded liability issue to no avail. This, however, has kept that part of the issue in the forefront in an attempt to avoid

some of the more dicey issues concerning compensated absences. At the last discussion the city manager kept saying that if we don’t have this practice then we would have to spend approximately $ 50,000 a n nu a l ly to pu rch ase a nd provide short-term disability for employees. What a crock.

Hardly any employer provides shor t-ter m d i s a b i l i t y.

Do the mayor and councilors at t hei r businesses if they have one ? M a ny employers provide longterm disability but most employees that want short term need to obtain it on there own through supplemental policies at their own cost. Mr. City Manager, enough of the misleading spin.

One doesn’t go with the other.

I really can’t understand why the mayor and councilors, that all call themselves fi scal conservatives, haven’t got a clue that the wool is being pulled over their eyes. Let me

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LIGHTNINGbOLT A salute to students of Chanhassen High School involved in arts, athletics and academia

Fledgling debate team has the competition talking

BY UNSIE ZUEGE uzuege@swpub.com

Debate coach Zach Prax led the debate team’s after-school meeting with a review of the previous weekend’s debate performance. Alex Wahl and Alice Thompson stood at the front of the room, leading the discussion of what led to the debates they lost. Team members raised their hands, took turns speaking, while Alice made notes on the whiteboard.

Every so often, when the discussion veered too far off into the philosophical, the mathematical, or esoteric —how many kids know of economist John Maynard Keynes anyway besides Erik Raymakers?— Prax would pull the students back to the matter at hand.

T h rough it a l l, students laughed, challenged each other and took notes.

T his is on ly t he second year that Chanhassen High School has had a debate team.

With tighter school budgets, it might have been easier to drop debate a fter the f irst year when it turned out debate wasn’t included in the high school’s activities roster. But a core group of kids from the previous year had discovered debate, and developed a passion for it. They weren’t about to give it up.

According to Assistant Principal Jim Swearingen, the high school found a way to keep the debate team at the high school, by running it through the district’s Community Education Department.

“Communtiy ed is doing a wonderful job sponsoring us,” Prax said. “They help with logistics, scheduling, buses, and forms. They are allowing us to do this.”

Participating students pay $225 to cover costs for transportation, competition fees, judges, association membership fees, and other incidentals associated with competing t h roug hout t he reg ion. I n addition, the students have been actively fundraising for additional money to support the program.

Sti l l, fu nd raisi ng is a struggle, Prax said, “but several people have stepped up.

And, we’re always looking for more.”

UP AND COMING Last Satu rday, the team competed i n t he L a kevi l le South Debate Tournament.

“Our students were named

second place in the varsity public forum,” Prax said, “but were the top team in prelimina r y rou nds. We were t he only undefeated team after five rounds, and were also champion in the novice public forum division.

“And, our students were named top speaker and second speaker in varsity, and top speaker and third speaker in novice, which is an award based on total ‘speaker points’ in the preliminary round.”

Those students were junior Walker Manning, novice top speaker and novice champion; sophomore Hannah Spieldenner, novice third speaker and novice champion; junior Alex Wahl, varsity top speaker and varsity runner-up; and junior Alice Thompson, varsity second speaker and varsity runner-up.

Earlier in the season, the debate team hosted the fi rst annual Minnesota Debate Teachers Association (MDTA) Debate Jamboree, Saturday, Sept.

24. Approximately 250 students from the region participated.

Results included junior Alex Wah l, fou r th place, ju nior varsity public forum; senior Erik Raymakers, champion, junior varsity Public Forum debate; and senior Thomas Buan, champion, senior Public Forum debate.

A week later, the team competed in the Coon Rapids Invitational. The team of Walker Manning and Hannah Spieldenner were named 2nd place in novice public forum, and Hannah was named fi fth top speaker; Alex Wahl and Alice Thompson were named quarterfi nalists of junior varsity debate, in the top eight; and juniors Stephanie Callaghan and Brandon Flanders were na med qua r ter f i na lists of novice debate, again in the top eight.

NEVER TOO LATE Currently there are 15 students on the debate team including Rachel Winter, who attends Chaska High School.

Rachel is able to compete on the Chanhassen team as the program is run through Community Education.

“We have a lot more starting in another week or two,” Prax said. “We’ve got a second wave of kids who participate in fall sports, and couldn’t join us until their seasons ended. We had a lot of interest and kids asking, ‘Can we start midway through?’

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Alex Wahl, a junior, leads the analysis of the previous tournament’s debates.

Alice Thompson uses the white board to keep track of areas the team wants to improve.

A good debater keeps his research and his notes close at hand.

“They’re welcome because our season goes from August to June,” Prax said. “The big national tournaments are in May and June, and depending on how far we advance, it’s actually a very select number who compete at that level.

“I can’t think of a better activity for students,” Prax said. “Debate explores all sides of an issue and thinking. With the upcoming political season, the kids will get into social policies. They can see past the one-liners that candidates

Prax graduated from Eastview High School in Apple Valley, where he was on the debate team, competing at nationals.

He’s coached for the past eight years at his alma mater. He has an undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota in political science, and is working on a masters in education at the University of St. Thomas. He didn’t compete in debate in college. Instead, he preferred coaching, able to return to his high school as a coach alongside his former

throw out. T hese kids can analyze and conduct a critical discussion.”

COACH Prax is a full-time substitute teacher at Chanhassen High School, and an experienced debate coach.

“I run a lot of tournaments,” Prax said. “As a matter of fact I was on the executive committee to plan the Jamboree at Chanhassen High School before I learned that I’d be teaching here this year.”

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Prax loves coaching and is energized by the enthusiastic team at Chanhassen.

“Our team is young, so our big thing is recruitment,” Prax said. “They’re hungry. They want to succeed. Early on, I was stunned on their game. We have smart kids here who are good in so many different areas. They’re in track, football, choir, theater. They’re really well-rounded. These are some talented kids.”

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History and sociology teacher Zach Prax coaches the high school debate team.

With enough preparation, they can argue the pros and cons of nearly everything. From left, Abe Stauber, Walker Manning and Mitchell Carlson.

Hannah Spieldenner listens as team members analyze their last debate tournament performance.

Debate coach Zach Prax has high hopes for the young, energetic debate team at Chanhassen High School.

In addition to being a member of the debate team, senior Erik Raymakers is Chanhassen High School’s National Merit Scholarship semi-finalist.

Rachel Winter attends Chaska High School, but is able to participate as a member of the Chanhassen debate team as the program is run through the District’s Community Education department.

They’re digging pink and raising awareness, too

BY UNSIE ZUEGE uzuege@swpub.com

Wendy Lemke is a senior and a member of Key Club. Before the school year began, she started thinking about what she might do for her Key Club letter project. The student volunteer club provides opportunities to create service projects, thereby enabling them to also earn a letter.

She remembered that her older sister organized a Dig Pink event with her college volleyball team at Macalester in St. Paul. Wendy also plays volleyball, and is a member of the Chanhassen Storm volleyball team. She decided to she could organize a similar event .

According to its Web site, Dig Pink® is The Side-Out Foundation’s trademark name for its fundraising events. A Dig Pink® event can be organized at the local, county, city or state level, and it is supported by college and middle/high school volleyball coaches and teams as well as club coaches and teams.

All proceeds benefit Side-Out, which in turn awards grants

to medical research organizations and entities dedicated to providing compassionate support to breast cancer patients and their families Wendy and the volleyball team raised $500 for Side-Out. In addition to selling wristbands during the week preceding the Storm’s game with Chaska last Thursday night, she organized a raff le, with gift certificates from local restaurants, and pink volleyballs signed by the Storm team members. The girls also wore pink T-shirts during warm-ups and had encouraged spectators to wear pink, too.

Wendy’s done other service projects throughout high school, but this one is more meaningful.

“My grandmother and my aunt are both breast cancer survivors,” Wendy said. “And a member of the team, Julianne Blomberg, her mother is a breast cancer survivor, too.

“It definitely turned out very well,” Wendy said.” I’ve done other things but this one is closely related to me. It’s my favorite.”

THANK

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Last week, Wendy Lemke, at left, and members of the volley ball team sold pink wristbands during the lunch hour at Chanhassen High School, as part of Wendy’s Dig Pink volleyball fundraiser.

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On Nov. 8, local taxpayers will decide the direction District 112 will take with funding improved technology and technology systems in its various facilities.

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FOOTBALL

This one is all about the Storm

BY ERIC KRAUSHAR scores@swpub.com

Chanhassen has been on the other sideline of a blowout.

So, after celebrating with fans at midfield moments after a 57-8 win over District 112 rival Chaska, the Storm football team got serious.

They didn’t parade around the newly acquired jug – the traveling trophy between the rivals. They didn’t talk about a season being complete. Players and coaches enjoyed the victory – the fi rst over Chaska – for a short time. Now, the focus is on winning two more games and evening the regular-season record at 4-4.

“We look at one game at a time. Every team wants to win every game they play, so yeah, we want to be 4-4. But our entire focus is now on New Prague.

They beat us here. They’re not going to lay down for us. And with Red Wing – the first thing I heard about them is no matter the score they always play hard. That one won’t be easy either,” Chanhassen coach Bill Rosburg said.

And if Chanhassen had paraded the jug around the field, passing it back and forth between players, who could have faulted them. After getting blown out 47-7 in the first meeting in 2009 and coming up just short 18-13 last year, the Storm put it all together on Friday.

Eight touchdowns and a safety for an exclamation point.

“I feel really good for our seniors. For some of them, this was their 25th start. So, it’s about time,” Rosburg said. “At the same time, their freshmen team beat ours. Their sophomore team beats ours. We’re not ever looking past them. They’ll regroup and be very good.”

One of those players that

played through two losses to Chaska was fullback Mike Cerjance.

“I’ve been waiting for this day for two years now. To finally come out on top, it’s a great feeling,” he said.

Second-year starter Jack Biebighauser had similar comments.

“We played our hearts out.

I thought we prepared well for this game and did our jobs and the score shows that,” the senior linebacker said.

Chanhassen started strong for the second straight week, driving 80 yards on the opening drive that consumed almost eight minutes. On a fourth-andgoal play from the 15, quarterback Ryan McGuire lofted a pass where only one player could catch it – his 6’4” wide receiver Cole Otto.

It was clear from the start it was going to be Chanhassen’s night. On the ensuing kickoff, a squib kick ricocheted off a Chaska player right into the hands of the Storm’s Bailey Penovich. Three plays later, it was McGuire from 38 yards out for the 14-0 lead.

Maverick Edmunds, who had a career-high 173 yards on 15 carries, added to the lead with runs of 80 and eight yards. McGuire put the finishing touches on a well-played half for the Storm with a 43-yard touchdown run.

Twenty-four minutes, a 35-0 lead.

“We’ve always believed in ourselves. We’re the same team, but we’re executing now,” the Storm coach said.

Jake Guy, who also had a career-high 97 yards rushing on just four carries, gave Chanhassen a 48-0 lead on scores of 15 and 72 yards. A 47-yard interception return from Alex Riley made it 55-0.

The final points for the Storm

came on a blocked punt from Tyler Brady that went out of the back of the end zone for the 57-0 advantage.

Chaska got on the board with 2.3 remaining with David Childers scoring from 10 yards out for the lone score. Garrett Paulzine also scored the two-point conversion for the Hawks.

Chanhassen rushed for 468 yards on the ground. McGuire, who only attempted two passes, carried the ball seven times for 105 yards.

Cerjance credited the offensive line for doing a great job in the trenches.

“We’re starting to work on one heartbeat. We’re all one unit right now,” he said. “I just think it’s all of our experience coming into play. Our game plan is working and we starting to click. I love it.”

DEFENSIVE STAND Better execution has started with the defense for the Storm.

After giving up 17 unanswered points in the second half to Farmington, followed up by 28 first-half points to Holy Angels, ever since, it’s been a new ball game.

Chanhassen has allowed just 22 points the last 10 quarters.

Two of those touchdowns came late in the fourth quarter with reserves in the game.

“The coaches have been doing their jobs getting us ready and now it’s our turn to do ours.

Everyone knows what they have to do. If everybody does their job, the results will show,” Biebighauser said.

Biebighauser led the team in tackles Friday with nine, while Sam Grausam had seven. As a unit, the Storm forced four turnovers and had four sacks – two by Biebighauser.

The Storm close out the regu-

PHOTOS BY ERIC KRAUSHAR

Senior Mike Cerjance (23) celebrates with teammates after a 57-8 win over District 112 rival Chaska last Friday. For the first time in school history, the Storm beat the Hawks to bring home the jug. lar season with road games at New Prague Friday and Red Wing on Wednesday. The Trojans, traditionally one of the top

teams in the Missota Conference, are 1-5 with a home win over Chaska.

On the contrary, Red Wing,

generally one of the cellar dwellers, is 5-1 and has almost already sealed the No. 1 seed in Section 1AAAA.

VOLLEYBALL

STORM ROUNDUP

One step closer to the title

Cross country teams tune-up for Missota

BY ERIC KRAUSHAR scores@swpub.com

Emily Zahn can feel its close – the first- ever con ference volleyball championship in Chanhassen’s short three-year history.

The Storm moved one step closer to a Missota title with a 3-0 win over rival Chaska Oct. 6. Chanhassen has remaining matches wit h New P rag ue tonight and Red Wing next Tuesday.

T he scores with Chaska were 25-13, 26-24 and 25-15.

“We went in confident and everyone played super good.

We tried to not get rattled with all of the Superfans (Chanhassen student section) and the big crowd. I think everyone did a great job feeding off the energy,” Zahn said.

Zahn had a big part in the sweep over the Hawks – a team that knocked out the Storm 3-2 in the playoffs last season.

The Chanhassen junior had a season-high 15 kills, many coming in big spots in the match.

A nd she ba rely m ade it for the match. Zahn said she had been in and out of school all last week battling a cold.

Her lack of practice time and stamina forced Coach Kelli Katherman to sub in Elly Krych for Zahn in the back row.

Playing only in the front row, Zahn looked refreshed from the start of the match to the fi nish. She blasted down the final point of the match after coming up with four kills on five straight Storm points to close out game one 25-13.

A f t e r s c o r i n g o n ly si x earned points in game one, Chaska got the offense going in the second game behind a strong defensive effort led by eighth-grader Keena Seiffert, senior Aimee Junget and freshman Erin Schindler.

Zahn gave Chanhassen an 18-15 lead on back-to-back kills, but the Hawks eventually tied the match at 23. Junget had a serving ace and Schindler had a kill during the rally.

A Schindler kill kept Chaska alive at 24-all, but a hit out-of-bounds and a Keagan

Kinsella tip kill gave the Storm the 26-24 win.

Chaska led 12-9 on a Junget kill in the third game, but after tying the match at 13 on an Ashley Entinger ace, Julianne Blomberg served 10 straight winning points to give Chanhassen a 24-14 lead.

Zahn’s kill off Chaska blockers secured the win for the Storm (18-3).

“I think the rivalry started off friendly, but now I think the two teams are much more competitive against each other.

We want to beat them bad and I’m sure they do, too. Every one wants to win that title,” said Zahn about the district rivalry.

Blomberg added 14 kills, 11 digs and four aces to pace Chanhassen. Ji l l Entinger and Kinsella had eight and seven kills, respectively, while Maddie Entinger had 37 set assists.

Defensively, Sarah Rasmussen chipped in 11 digs, while Ashley Entinger had 10 for the Storm.

Schindler led the Hawks with nine kills and 10 digs, wh i le Kel ly R ie s g r a f a nd Junget each had seven kills.

Setter Makayla Wenzel also had 25 assists at the net.

SEEDING UP IN THE AIR Chanhassen entered the weekend looking like the No. 1 seed in the upcoming Section 2AA Tournament. But after a loss to Hutchinson in the championship match of the Burnsville Invitational, the top seed may be in question.

With five of the top nine players back from last year’s Cl a ss A A st ate r u n ner-up squad, Hutchinson, now back in Class A A A, showed the Storm no mercy in a 25 -19, 25-14 win.

The Tigers tormented the Storm at the net, spreading the ball to multiple hitters with success. But it was the defense of Hutchinson (19-3) that proved to be the difference between section foes.

Chanhassen had to scratch and claw to earn a point with the Tiger blockers strong at the

PHOTO BY ERIC KRAUSHAR

Sarah Rasmussen bumps the ball to the front row as teammate Elly Krych (9) looks on. Chanhassen can clinch at least a share of the Missota Conference title tonight in a match at New Prague. net. The back-row defense was also stellar for Hutchinson, which has won 12 straight matches, including a 3-0 blanking of Waconia to clinch the second straight Wright County Conference title.

The victory for Hutchinson leaves three teams with legit claim to the top seed in Section 2AAA. Shakopee is ranked in the top-six with an 18-2 record.

No. 10 Chanhassen already beat the Sabers 3-2 with No. 11 Hutchinson having a chance at winning 22 matches.

Chanhassen had to rally to reach the finals after losing 25-16 in game one of the semifi nals against the host Blaze.

The Storm played well in game two, taking down Burnsville 25-12, but it was the Blaze who led for most of game three.

Burnsville had an 11-8 advantage, but a 4-1 run set the

stage for Rasmussen’s ace to give Chanhassen the 13 -12 lead. The Storm missed out on three match points, but eventually got it 17-15 on a kill

by Zahn.

Chanhassen won their pool on Friday with victories over Concordia Academy of Ro seville (25-14, 25-20 and 25-18) and Tartan (25-13, 25-8, and 25-27). Due to a scheduling error, the Storm only played two matches instead of three.

Against Concordia, Blomberg led the way with 12 kills, while Kinsella had seven kills and Ashley Entinger had a team-high 10 digs.

Against Tartan, Blomberg and Jill Entinger paced the offense with 13 and 11 kills, while Maddie Entinger added 31 set assists. Ashley Entinger and Krych led the defensive effort with 11 and 10 digs.

Led by a pair of top-six fi nishes, the Chanhassen boys cross country team placed fourth at the 39th annual “Meet of the Champions” in Alexandria Saturday.

Four days after setting a personal-record at the Chaska Invitational, Storm senior Alec Olson beat that mark by 13 seconds with a run of 15:55 for fourth place. Teammate Kieran Kelly was sixth at 16:00 exactly.

Stillwater, the No. 1 ranked team in Class AA, won the event with 52 points. White B e a r L a ke wa s a d i st a nt second with 119, while St. Cloud Cathedral had 126 and Chanhassen fi nished with 168 points.

Austin Miller was the third runner for the Storm in 34th place (17:02) with Cameron Economy (53rd, 17:19) and Matthew Janes (71st, 17:34) rounding out the team score.

Chanhassen was seventh in the girls varsity race led by a 12th-place fi nish of 15:07

by Anastasia Korzenowski.

Monticello ran away with the title with 48 points, while the Storm scored 197.

Jordan Paschke and Kaitlyn Guenther were 31st and 33rd, respectively, with times of 15:49 and 15:51. Emily Castanias and Megan Gossfeld completed the team score with runs of 16:22 and 16:23.

Chanhassen also won the girls junior varsity meet in Alexandria.

Now the focus shifts to the Missota Conference Meet, which takes place at 4 p.m.

Tuesday at New Prague Golf Course.

The Storm girls are the defending champions, having won on a tie-breaker over Shakopee in 2010. Heading into the meet, the Sabers look

like the team to beat.

“Shakopee had a great day and their team ran well together,” said Chanhassen girls coach Anita Woodrow on Shakopee’s second-place fi nish at the Chaska Invitational.

“Their fourth runner had a fantastic race to help their team. It will still be a tight battle between Shakopee and us, and I know our girls aren’t going to just give it to them.”

Chanhassen should be the favorites in the boys field with Northfield and Chaska the closest competitors.

NEAR PERFECTION A varsity swimming and diving team with a full lineup and no disqualifications in a six-lane pool can score a minimum of 33 points in a dual.

Chanhassen, which swept the top three positions in every event but diving, held New Prague to 37 in a blowout win at Montgomery-Lonsdale High School Thursday.

The fi nal score was 149-37 – four points shy of a perfect score of 153 for Chanhassen.

The Storm won all 11 swimming events with 10 different swimmers – Kylie Dahlgren (200 individual medley and 500 freestyle), Jackie Shroyer (200 freestyle), Samantha Prasher (50 freestyle), Kaia Grobe (100 butterf ly), Megan Davidson (100 freestyle), Mariah Holmes (100 backstroke) and Nikki Michaud (100 breaststroke).

New Prague’s lone victory came in diving with Britin Thomsen scoring 180.05 to top Chanhassen’s Sophie Cone and Grobe by less than 20 points.

Chanhassen closes out the Missota Conference dual season at Red Wing tonight with a non-conference meet at Eden Prairie Monday.

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GIRLS TENNIS

Final score a lot closer than it looks

BY ERIC KRAUSHAR scores@swpub.com

Minnetonka topped Eden Prairie in the Section 2AA title match at Gustavus Adolphus College Tuesday for a spot in the state tournament. The second-seeded Eagles had to fi rst win a close match over Chanhassen last week to advance to the section semifi nals.

Despite the score being 6-1, the match was closer than the fi nal result.

“For those that were there, they knew it was a competitive match. We lost four matches in the third set,” Storm coach Jim Mason said.

Katie Mattson and Brooke Lapinski dominated at No. 1 doubles for Chanhassen, winning 6-2, 6-1 for the lone point for the Storm. It was a good sign of things to come for Mattson, who likely will team up again with Hayley Haakenstad for the individual portion of

the section tournament.

Mattson and Haakenstad won the Class AA consolation champion last season.

“After being out for so long she is starting to get back into playing shape,” said Mason on Mattson, who missed most of her senior season with mono.

“From her match at Red Wing to (Thursday)’s match, you could see marked improvement in her game. She was moving better, serving better and vol leying better. With another week of practice she will be even more ready for the section individual tournament.”

Mason also praised the play of Lapinski, who won three straight matches to conclude the team season with Mattson at No. 1 doubles.

“Katie and Brooke have now had a few matches to get accustomed to playing together.

Their increased familiarity played a large role in their

win,” the coach said.

Unfortunately, the Storm were unable to win another match, falling in the third set in four positions.

Haakenstad and Eden Prairie’s Maddie Buxton, a doubles state champion in 2009, played another hard-fought match at No. 1 singles. Earlier this season, Buxton beat Haakenstad 7-5, 6-4.

“Maddie and Hayley were going point for point. Hayley started of f slow again, but turned it on from the fourth game of the match. Not only (Thursday), but all year, she has clearly demonstrated why she is one of the better players in the state,” Mason said.

After falling 6-4 in the fi rst set, the Storm eighth-grader came back to win the second set 6 - 3. L eadi ng 3 -2 i n t he pivotal third set, Haakenstad began to cramp on an unseasonably warm fall day. Buxton took the lead by breaking serve

and after the fi rst point at 4-3, Haakenstad had to retire.

Eden Prairie also won thirdset matches at No. 3 and 4 singles as well as No. 3 doubles.

Kaitlin Storo fell 6-2, 4-6 and 6-1 to Eagles’ Eleanor Martin, while Kate Gerike and Caitlin Matson lost to Eden Prairie’s Sam Lee and Ali Horner 6-4, 6-7 and 6-2.

Wit h t he match a l ready decided, a super tie-breaker was used at No. 3 singles with Eagles senior Cassey Deng defeating Chanhassen’s Lauren Weikle 5-7, 7-6 and 10-8. The fi rst two sets lasted almost 2 1/2 hours.

“Overall, the girls showed their true character. They clearly earned the No. 3 seed in the section and showed why (T hu rsday) . F rom top to bottom we have a roster of talented, tough minded girls who chose to fight until the very last match of the season.

This has been one special sea-

PHOTO BY ERIC KRAUSHAR

Lauren Weikle lost in a third-set tie-breaker 10-8 to Cassey Deng as Eden Prairie topped Chanhassen 6-1 Oct. 6 in the Section 2AA North semifinals.

son – one I will (never) forget,” Mason added.

The Section 2AA Individual

Tournament gets under way at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct 15 in St. Peter.

SOCCER PLAYOFFS

REGION FOOTBALL

Underdogs in Section 2AA

A giant step up in class for the Fire

BY ERIC KRAUSHAR scores@swpub.com

Jon Petersen isn’t just the Chanhassen girls soccer coach this week; he’s also a psychology teacher.

The fi rst-year Storm leader will take his team on the road for the start of the Section 2AA playof fs at defending state champion Eden Prairie at 5 p.m. today.

“I’ve got a psychology background and the biggest thing we’re talking about this week is the mental part of the game.

I look at this Chanhassen team and we’re just as capable as Eden Prairie. The only difference is they have tradition.

They’ve won state championships and they’re expected to win. We’re still a relatively new program,” Petersen said.

“The one thing I’ve noticed this season is sometimes we don’t feel like we belong. Eden Prairie, they know they should win. We need to feel that way.

We can compete with them,” the coach added.

Chanhassen, the No. 7 seed, set a school-record with wins with an 8-6-1 overall record.

The Storm tied for third with Holy Angels in the Missota Conference at 4-2-1. But in Class AA, and especially in Section 2, eight wins isn’t enough for a high seed.

Chanhassen has the task of taking on the defending state champions in the first round of the post-season. Eden Prairie, with a record of 8-3-4, is again one of the section favorites.

“We had a great practice (Monday). We’re going to go there loose and play our game. If we can maintain positivity and composure for 80 full minutes, we’ll have a shot,” Petersen said.

Eden Prairie was held scoreless the last three games of the season.

Regardless of today’s outcome, for Petersen, it has been a great first year with the Storm.

“This year I didn’t exactly know what I was getting into.

All I knew was there were a number of girls who were going to be playing in their third varsity seasons,” the coach said.

“They took their lumps playing in the Lake Conference two years ago, but they all say it was worth it. They learned how to play the game the right way.

“We have some really good soccer players and some really good communicators. I just tried to motivate them using positivity and letting them have some control of what was going to happen to them. It went pretty well,” Petersen said.

The winner of today’s game plays in the Section 2AA semifinals Saturday with the finals on Tuesday.

Chanhassen enters the playoffs on a four-game winning streak. The final victory came in a 2-0 blanking at Red Wing Oct. 6.

Amanda Salentine scored from 30 yards out on a free kick to open the scoring in the first half, while Maddie Zilka added

PHOTOS BY ERIC KRAUSHAR

Chanhassen sophomore Xandr Neve (18) battles with Chaska’s Chris Rajvong for position for the ball in a recent game.

Nicole Becker (7) strikes the ball away from Chaska’s Sarah Wagman in a recent 1-0 win for Chanhassen. Also pictured is defender Annie Parten (23).

an insurance goal on a fluky goal late in the game.

A shot off the football crossbar was incorrectly allowed to be played with the Storm junior banging home the rebound for the 2-0 final.

Earlier in the week, Chanhassen topped New Prague 3-0.

Kelly Ryan, Brianna Immerman and Brittney Chase each scored for the Storm.

TOUGH CHALLENGE Steve Pawlyshyn has the same task with the Chanhassen boys soccer team, Seeded eighth in Section 2AA, the Storm are the heavy underdogs against top-seeded Bloomington Jefferson at 4 p.m. today.

“Jefferson is a great team.

They are one of the top teams in the state. They have great team skill and strength and good individuals that are some of the best in the Metro. It will be a significant challenge, but the boys have a chance. Any team is beatable,” the Storm coach said.

Chanhassen enters the postseason winners of three straight matches. Grady Wellman’s goal with 3:27 left in the second half proved to be the game-winner in a 1-0 win over Red Wing Oct. 6.

The Storm, who outshot Red

Wing 7-5 for the contest, finished the conference season with a 2-4-1 record.

Chanhassen also defeated Mayer Lutheran 6-0 on the road Saturday.

“It was good to carry some momentum into the playoffs.

It restored some confidence in the boys. They’re feeling better about themselves,” Pawlyshyn said. “The opposition wasn’t the highest of caliber, but we did the things we need to do to be successful.”

During the final three matches, Chanhassen (7-8-1) outscored opponents 15-0.

Pawlyshy n, though, was quick to point out that today’s opponent, the Jaguars, will be a different game. Jefferson has a record of 10-2-4 with an eightgame unbeaten streak heading into the playoffs.

“We have to maintain our game plan. We have to have a good opening 15 to 20 minutes. If we can hold our game strategy, we might frustrate them and maybe we can take them out of their game,” the coach said.

Chanhassen is 0-5 against Class AA teams this season.

The semifinal round is on Saturday with the finals on Oct. 18.

Both Holy Family Catholic and St. Thomas Academy entered week six unbeaten and ranked No. 2 in their individual classes.

The Cadets, though, showed over and over again Friday the difference between football classes in Minnesota. A deeper and talented St. Thomas Academy squad, a 4A school, jumped out to a 35-0 halftime lead and won 48-7 over the Class 3A Fire.

Nick Waldvogel rushed for 137 yards and two touchdowns on just five carries, while Hootie Hubbell added 87 yards and a score on eight rushes for the Cadets.

St. Thomas Academy got out to an 8-0 lead after Michael Roane was intercepted

by Paddy Clancy deep in Fire territory. John Lunger scored from 10 yards, while Clancy added the two-point conversion for the early lead.

Clancy had a big night, picking off Roane twice in the game, including a 95-yard touchdown return in the third quarter for the Cadets’ seventh score.

Waldvogel scored twice in the first half for STA – once on the ground and another through the air from quarterback Keegan Zimprich.

Lunger hauled in a 33-yard pass from Zimprich, while Hubbell also had a rushing score for the 35-0 lead at the break.

Waldvogel scored his third touchdown of the game on a 49yard run in the third quarter for the 42-0 advantage.

Holy Family (5-1) got on the board in the fourth stanza on a 5-yard run from Tanner Steen. Roane, who rushed for 158 yards on 23 carries, threw four interceptions with five completions and 36 yards.

Steen led the Fire defense with 11 tackles, while Tommy Hanson had eight tackles and one pass deflection.

Holy Family hosts Waseca

PHOTO BY DAN HUSS, EDEN PRAIRIE NEWS

KeAndre Singleton (3) wraps up Eden Prairie running back Andrew Larson with Minnetonka defenders Beau Bates (33) and Jack Newell (13) closing on the play.

(4-2) at 7 p.m. Friday in Victoria.

NO. 1 EAGLES SHUTOUT TONKA Joe Martinson started the season with the No. 85 jersey and listed as a wide receiver on the program. On Thursday, the Minnetonka junior was making his first varsity start – and second overall after playing the position during the junior varsity game last Saturday.

Playing without starting quarterback Scott Benedict, who was hurt with a knee injury in a 35-7 loss to Wayzata in week five, it was Martinson that led the offense onto the field against No. 1-ranked Eden Prairie – a team that has outscored the Skippers 209-61 during six meetings the past five seasons.

Following a 10-yard touchdown run from the Eagles’ Andrew Larson, a 61-yard punt from Minnetonka pinned Eden Prairie at their own 1-yard line.

The Eagles only gained two yards and a punt into the wind gave the Skippers the ball at the 24.

Minnetonka reached the oneyard line, but on two consecutive plays, Eden Prairie led by linebacker Jack Cottrell, held running back Rashad Cohen out of the end zone.

The Skippers never sniffed the red zone again, falling 16-0 to fall to 4-2 overall. Minnetonka had only 157 yards of total offense on 37 plays from scrimmage.

As a team, Eden Prairie would run 61 plays for 333 yards.

Minnetonka’s defense kept the game close into the final quarter.

Kicker Jacob Ibach connected on a 42-yard field goal with 7:15 to play, while Larson added a 24-yard score on a cutback run for the final score of 16-0.

Larson rushed 36 times for 178 yards and two touchdowns.

The ninth-ranked Skippers host Duluth East at 7 p.m. Friday.

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The U.S. Figure Skating sanctioned event is the qualifying competition for the Twin Cities area featuring over 400 skaters from up to eight states. The top four skaters from novice through senior levels qualifying at uppers will compete in November at sectionals in Fort Collins, Colo.

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The Eden Prairie Figure Skating Club members competing in the qualifying and non-qualifying events were from left, Anna Cron, Abby Boedigheimer, April Bockin, Hailey Kauls (Chaska), Rachel Larson, Kristian Briant and Colette Danielski. Not pictured are Janet Kang, Lauren Muench, Michelle Nguyen, Shiloh Walker (Minnetonka), Maddy Kennedy, Jamie Yuan, Amy Wang and Allison Steen. and Inter mediate levels at Uppers compete at the Junior

Championships in East Lansing, Mich.

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REGION ROUNDUP

Minnetonka wins 32-team invitational Just call Minnetonka the “Weekend Warriors.”

Two weeks after winning the Rich f ield I nvitationa l, the Skippers reeled off five straight victories over two days to win the 32-team St. Michael-Albertville Invitational.

“The beginning of the season, the close matches went our way. Jordan and Hutchinson a r e t wo st ron g te a m s which we beat in five,” Skippers coach Karl Katzenberger said. “The middle was littered with some tough five-game losses to Edina, Wayzata and Eden Prairie. Last weekend it seems that pendulum may have swung back in our favor.”

Minnetonka, ranked No. 12 in Class AAA, won 10 of 12 games played. The Skippers beat Beni lde - St . Ma rga ret (25-10, 25-17) and Class A No. 9 Nevis (25-23, 25-19) on Day One. Hannah Weidner had her biggest match of the season against Nevis, posting 16 kills in the victory. Rachel Hugo added fou r aces and 28 set assists to put the Skippers in the championship bracket.

On Day Two, Minnetonka (18-8) defeated Totino-Grace in three games (18-25, 26-24, 1510) and Andover (25-22, 25-16) to reach the fi nals. Weidner, who led the team with 49 kills on the weekend, had 14 against Totino-Grace.

The Skippers won the championship match 22-25, 25 -23 and 15-5.

“The kids deserve all the credit. They have had precious few weeks to learn and deploy

an all new offense and defense.

They have been competitive all season and finally got a big payoff for all of the hard work,” Katzenberger said.

Renee Hoffman was second on the team with 41 kills and 59 digs on the weekend, while Ida Steingas added 20 kills and two ace blocks. Hugo had 100 set assists, nine aces and 21 digs with Mikaela Purnell chipping in 30 digs.

For Katzenberger, it was a special tournament victory over teams his varsity teams at Robbinsdale Armstrong went toe-to-toe with each year.

“It is always fun to compete against your peers and it is obviously even more fun to win.

(Centennial coach) Jackie Rehbein-Manthey and (Andover coach) Connie Huberty run two of the best programs on a yearly basis in the state.

The kids felt like their season’s efforts had been validated by besting the likes of A ndover i n t he semis a nd Centennial in the fi nals,” the Minnetonka fi rst-year coach.

Now the focus shifts to gaining a top-three seed in Section 6AAA. As of Tuesday, Minnetonka has the most wins in the section, but Wayzata and Eden Prairie are ranked No. 7 and 8, respectively. The Eagles have defeated the Skippers twice this season, while Wayzata beat Minnetonka 3-2.

“The Lake Conference is always a battle of attrition. It seems that the representative from 6AAA at state will likely be one of us,” the Skippers coach said.

A second regular-season match at Wayzata is scheduled for Tuesday.

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SECOND PLACE Heading into the Perham Invitational Saturday, Holy Family Catholic volleyball was riding a four-match winning streak. The improved Fire continued to show good signs, placing second in the tou r n a ment wit h a 3 -1 re cord.

Holy Family beat Hawley and Lake of the Woods (25-23, 13-25, 15-6) in pool play before knocking off host Perham 2-1 in the semifi nals. The scores in the match against Perham were 20-25, 25-21 and 15-9.

Dilworth-Glyndon-Felton, who is 15-3 on the season, won the title match over the Fire 25-22 and 25-16.

H a n na h Schon ha rdt led Holy Family in kills, while Fire coach Pamela Osterfeld s a id t he b ack-r ow pl ay of Emma Sperr and Emily Bodin was excellent on serve receive.

“We played really, really well. We played together as a team. All three wins went three sets. When our backs were agai nst t he wa l l, we fought hard and played scrappy defense,” said Osterfeld, who said it was special to beat her hometown Perham squad.

“That was a big deal.”

The Fire dropped to 12-10 overall with a 3-1 loss at New Ulm Friday. The scores were 21-25, 25-16, 25-15 and 25-16.

PHOTO BY DAN HUSS, EDEN PRAIRIE NEWS

Sara Reiskytl had a hitting attempt over an Eden Prairie blocker during a recent match for Minnetonka. The Skippers won the 32-team invitational at St. Michael-Albertville last weekend.

SOCCER ROUNDUP

TONKA ROUNDUP

On Fire in section openers For nearly 10 minutes, Holy Family Catholic controlled play, but couldn’t fi nd the back of the net.

Once the fi rst goal, though, went in, the floodgates opened for the third-seeded Fire.

Alexis Gannon scored two goals, while freshman Claire Oberle and Maggie Ren fro added goals, as Holy Family jumped out to a 4-0 lead less than 14 minutes into the game in a 10-0 blowout over International School in the Section 6A opener Tuesday.

Holy Family will host No. 6 Southwest Christian at 5 p.m. today in Victoria.

Ga n non got t he scori ng going in the 10th minute on a bad angle shot that slipped right under the crossbar. Just 28 seconds later, Oberle lofted a left-footed shot over the head of the Huskies goaltender.

Gannon scored on a breakaway in the 12th minute, while Renfro capped the four-game rally with a rebound off her own shot with 26:33 to play in the fi rst half.

The Fire added six more goals for the fi nal difference.

STARS MOVE ON IN 6A Rachel Gasper has been the clutch goal scorer the entire season for the Southwest Christian girls soccer team.

The senior forward scored the eventual game-winner midway through the second half in a 2-1 win over Breck School

Tuesday in Victoria.

“We did just enough to get by. It wasn’t our best game by any means, but it was a win,” Stars coach Heidi Larkin said.

The Stars travel to No. 3 seed Holy Family Catholic at 3 p.m. today.

Already leading 1-0, Gasper took a pass from her sister, Rebecca, and scored her teamleading 20th goal of the season.

That goal proved to be big as Breck pulled within one with a breakaway goal from Franny Miller with 3:56 to play.

Southwest Christian held the lead the fi nal four to clinch the win.

“We came out fl at. We can’t play like this (against Holy Family) and expect to win,” said Larkin as she addressed the team afterward.

Haley Freeman scored the game’s fi rst goal on a turnover in the box. Her tap-in goal past the Mustangs goaltender was the lone goal of the fi rst half.

A BLOWOUT FOR FIRE Anytime a No. 2 seed faces a No. 15 seed, a close game isn’t expected.

Holy Family Catholic scored six goals in the fi rst half in a 9-0 rout over winless Mayer Lutheran Tuesday in Victoria.

Ed M a l l a k score d a h at trick, while Keegan Lutz added a goal and two assists to lead

PHOTO BY ERIC KRAUSHAR

Alexis Gannon shoots and scores for Holy Family Catholic during a 10-0 win over International School Tuesday in the Section 6A opener. Gannon scored two of the team’s first three goals.

the Fire.

Kyle Schumer also had a pair of goals with Patrick Smith, Jordan Beckham and Tom Larson each scoring a netter.

D a n D e n n ehy a n d Jo e Hanel combined to make six saves for the shutout.

The Fire (11-4-2) host No. 7 seed Breck School at 3 p.m. today. The Mustangs topped Del a no 5 - 0 i n t he pl ayof f opener.

STARS LOSE One year after playing a limited varsity schedule due to low numbers, WatertownMayer won a boys soccer playoff game.

The Royals won on their home grass 2-1 over Southwest Christian Tuesday.

T he St a rs were se eded ninth in the tournament.

No individual statistics were available at press time.

Skippers headed back to state Minnetonka booked its fi fth straight trip to the Class AA Girls State Tennis Tournament with a 5-2 win over rival Eden Prairie on Tuesday afternoon in St. Peter.

T he Skipp ers ea rlier i n the day beat Mankato West by a score of 6-1 to reach the fi nals.

Jessa Richards beat former state doubles champion Maddie Buxton at No. 1 singles 7-5, 6-4 to reverse a match the Skippers lost earlier this season in a 4-3 dual victory. In fact, Minnetonka won at all four singles positions.

Bri Smith took down Allison Malmsten 6-2, 6-3, while Maya MacGibbon won 6-2, 6-3 in the third position. Rounding out the singles lineup was a win from Jeanne Kregness, 6-3, 4-6 and 6-4 at No. 4.

Minnetonka also got a team point from Sydney Baldwin and Theresa Tebon, who combined to beat Eden Prairie’s top duo of Megan Phillips and Layla Safinia by a score of 6-4, 6-2.

The Skippers swept all four singles matches and got victories at No. 1 and 3 doubles in the semifinal round against Sout h No. 2 seed Ma n kato West.

Adrienne Irmer and Karina Smiley won 6-3, 6-3 at third

doubles.

Minnetonka (11-4) will play Rochester Mayo at 2 p.m. Oct. 25 at the University of Minnesota in the Class AA state quarterfi nals.

First, though, the Skippers will play in the individual portion of the section tournament.

The North sub-section gets under way on Saturday with the fi nals on Tuesday at Gustavus Adolphus College.

SOCCER IN ACTION The Minnetonka girls soccer team, which fi nished second in the competitive Lake Conference, received the No. 2 seed in Section 6AA. The Skippers will host Robbinsdale Armstrong at 7 p.m. tonight at Elmer Anderson Stadium.

Minnetonka (9-3-3) tied the Falcons 2-2 in a regular-season meeting Sept. 22.

The Section 6AA semifi nals are Saturday with the fi nals on Tuesday at the high seeds.

The Skipper boys are No. 7 in Section 2AA and will face No. 2 Edina (12-3-2).

The two Lake Conference teams split this season with Minnetonka winning 2-1 Oct. 6 in the regular-season fi nale.

The Skippers are 4-9-3.

Game time is 7 p.m. tonight at the Edina Community Center.

WEEKLY SCHEDULES

YOUTH SPORTS

Chanhassen High School Web schedule: www.missotaconference.org School: www.district112.org/cns/ Hotline: (952) 361-CHAN (2426) Home football games at Chanhassen H.S. Home volleyball matches at Chanhassen H.S. Home girls tennis matches at Chanhassen H.S Home girls swim/dive meets at Chaska M.S. East Home soccer matches at Chanhassen H.S. TODAY, OCTOBER 13 Boys Soccer at Bloomington Jefferson, 4 p.m.

Girls Soccer at Eden Prairie, 5 p.m.

Swim/Dive at Red Wing, 6 p.m.

Volleyball at New Prague, 7 p.m.

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Chan 10U Tigers take silver

West Metro Thunder win silver bracket

The Chanhassen 10U travel softball team took second place in the MMFL Fall Softball State Tournament.

The Tigers played great softball and had a fun season.

Pictured front row from left, Alyssa Helland, Ella Christensen, Macy McGinley, Tori Tollefson and Kaitlyn Mullen. Middle row: Gabby Maschka, Julia Gronholz, Abby Saylor, and Mya Schultz. Back row: Coaches Mike Helland, Jeff Maschka, Paul Gronholz and Madeline Minske. Not pictured are Olivia Rinzel, Erin Brodigan and Coach Amy Marroquin.

The West Metro Thunder 16U fall softball second team won first place in the silver bracket of a recent fall softball tournament. Good hitting, smart base-running, inspiring coaches and a positive mental attitude of the girls were keys to the team’s success. Pictured are from left, sitting: Bailey Holasek, Katie O’Keefe, and Kristin Matthews. Standing: Coach Dan Holasek, Hallie Neipold, Madison Koebnick, Keeley Redden, Sarah Senden, Caitlyn Brandt, Brooke Hemingsen, Reagan Stusse, and Coach John Matthews.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 Football at New Prague, 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15 Tennis at 2AA Individuals (St. Peter), 9 a.m.

Swim/Dive at True Team Meet (Edina), 1 p.m.

Volleyball at Lakeville North, 2:45 p.m.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 17 Swim/Dive at Eden Prairie, 5 p.m.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18 Tennis at 2AA Individuals (St. Peter), 9 a.m.

Cross Country at Missota Meet (New Prague), 4 p.m.

Volleyball at Red Wing 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19 Football at Red Wing, 7 p.m.

Minnetonka High School Web schedule: www.lakeconference.org Home football games at Minnetonka H.S. Home volleyball matches at Minnetonka H.S. Home soccer games at Minnetonka H.S. Home swim/dive meets at Minnetonka M.S. East TODAY, OCTOBER 13 Cross Country at Lake Conference Meet (Gale Woods), 3:40 p.m.

Boys Soccer at Edina, 7 p.m.

Girls Soccer vs. Robbinsdale Armstrong, 7 p.m.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14 Football vs. Duluth East, 7 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15 Tennis at 2AA Individuals (St. Peter), 9 a.m.

Swim/Dive at True Team Meet (Edina), 1 p.m.

Boys Soccer at Section 2AA, TBD Girls Soccer vs. Section 6AA, TBD TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18 Tennis at 2AA Individuals (St. Peter), 9 a.m.

Boys Soccer at Section 2AA, TBD Girls Soccer vs. Section 6AA, TBD Volleyball at Wayzata, 8 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19 Football vs. Hopkins, 7 p.m.

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EDUCATION

National Merit Scholarship semi-finalists named from area high schools Area students from local high schools have been named as National Merit Scholarship semi-finalists. This achievement puts them among the top high school scholars in the country and moves them into the running for a National Merit Scholarship to assist with their post-secondary educational plans.

About 16,000 students across the United States have been named semifinalists in the 2012 National Merit Scholarship program and will compete for some 8,300 scholarships to be awarded in the spring.

The students, who were chosen from among 1.5 million juniors who took the preliminary SAT test last spring, represent less than 1 percent of U.S. high school seniors.

The students are: Chanhassen High School

Erik P. Raymakers Chaska High School Peter D. Doenges Nicole M. Ryan S out hwe st Ch r i st i a n High Shane B. Dirks Holy Family Catholic High School, Victoria Brian D. Kubisiak Jonathan D. Richelsen Minnetonka High School Lorin E. Broadbent Robert Dryke Maria V. Filsinger Zachary A. Goldberg Nicholas P. Jones Chandra S. Kethi-Reddy Christopher J. Kruger Birch D. Malotky Jeremy R. Nelson Sam F. Nickolay Hayden A. Sharma Alexander Van Dyke Daniel Wang Minnetonka High School

Erik Raymakers also had a Nationa l Merit Achievement Award Scholarship semifinalist, Grace Keating. This scholarship is given to a high school student of A fricanAmerican descent.

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Minnetonka school board forums set Eight candidates have fi led for the Nov. 8 School Board election in Minnetonka School District. The candidates are Derek Eitreim, Charlie Kanan, Kevin B. Maire, Laurie Stoltenberg, Lisa Sumner, Joe Torelli, Lisa Wagner (incumbent) and Karen Walkowski (incumbent).

Four seats are open. The Minnetonka School District is governed by a seven member school board, elected at large and serving four-year terms.

Elections are held in years ending in an odd number.

There are several upcoming candidate forums scheduled: Oct. 17 — 7 p.m. District Service Center. Sponsored by Middle School PTO. Oct. 18 — 7 p.m. Minnetonka City Hall. Sponsored by League of Women Voters.

Oct. 25 — 6:30 p.m. Clear Springs Elementary School.

Sponsored by Clear Springs PTO. Oct. 26 — 9:30 a.m. Minnetonka Community Education Center - Deephaven Room.

Sponsored by ECFE Advisory Council.

Nov. 2 — 7 p.m. Excelsior Elementary Auditorum. Sponsored by Deephaven and Excelsior PTOs. Q & A profi les of the candidates will be published in next week’s Villager.

Watershed heroes to be recognized The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) will honor citizens and organizations that have made significant contributions to clean water at its annual “Watershed Heroes” awards celebration on Nov. 17. The awards recognize the important role people have in improving and protecting our water resources.

“The District works with all levels of government, businesses, non-profits and residents and this year’s award recipients are a prime example of collaborations that have made great strides toward providing and protecting clean water,” said Jim Calkins, MCWD board president. “We need all types of Watershed Heroes to maximize the results of the District’s work across the watershed and to truly make a difference in the community.”

The 2011 Watershed Hero Award Recipients include: Cit izen Engagement Award: Lake Action Alliance This coalition of three lake associations (Christmas Lake Homeowners Association, the Lake Minnewashta Preservation Association and the Lotus Lake Association) has been a powerful force in the effort to protect its lakes and others against zebra mussels and other AIS. Outstanding Contribution Award: Bob and Jan Halverson The Halversons sold their 112-acre farm in Minnetrista to the MCWD this year for less than the appraised value as a gift to the community. The District plans to conserve and restore most of the land to protect nearby Halsted Bay, which has a water quality grade that’s among the lowest in the District.

The public is encouraged to attend and join in the Watershed Heroes celebration.

Tickets are $ 35 and must be reserved in advance, prior to Nov. 3. The ceremony will take place at the BayView Event Center in Excelsior. For more

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The Minnehaha Creek Watershed District covers ap proximately 181 square miles, including Minnehaha Creek, Lake Minnetonka, the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes and Minnehaha Falls.

DPS issues deer warning The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) Office of Traffic Safety reminds motorists that the deer breeding season and crop harvest activity are the primary factors for increased deer movement during the autumn, resulting in a danger to motorists — especially motorcyclists.

There were 7,751 deer–vehicle crashes reported to DPS during the last three years, 2008–2010.

More than one-third of those crashes took place in October and November — resulting in 19 deaths, of which 15 were motorcyclists. The crashes also resulted in 65 serious injuries, of which 57 were sustained by motorcyclists.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) estimates the state’s deer population is 1 million.

Mot or i st S a fet y T ip s : Buckle up, drive at safe speeds and pay attention — be especially cautious during dusk and dawn when deer are more active. Don’t veer for deer — swerving can cause motorists to lose control and travel off the road or into oncoming traffic.

Bringing a vehicle to a controlled stop and hitting a deer is safer than swerving. More deer-vehicle safety tips.

Kona Ice on the road Patty Bremer of Chanhassen recently started a new tropical shaved ice mobile food truck business .

The Kona Ice truck has been at recent Chanhassen High Football games in support of the Booster Club.

“Part of my goals with this business is to partner with the community and help out schools, youth sports and other non-profit groups with fundraising activities,” Bremer said. “What makes this product fun and unique is that kids (and adults) can select from over 30 different f lavorings and add as much topping as they would like from the built in Flavorwave on the outside of the food truck. Kids really love the do-it-yourself concept.

I can park the truck just about anywhere and do not need access to water or electricity which allows me to attend a wide variety of events including school functions, youth sporting events, town festivals, church festivals, company picnics and day cares.”

Bremer said she gets a lot of looks from kids and adults as she drives around the area and parents love to take pictures of their kids in front of the Kona Ice characters. “Our motto is ‘Where Fun Hits the Streets,’” she said.

For more information, call Bremer at (952) 239-3778.

Patty Bremer of Chanhassen recently started a Kona Ice business.

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SHERIFF The Carver County deputies assigned to the cities of Chanhassen, Victoria, and Carver and the townships of Laketown, San Francisco and Dahlgren responded to the following calls Oct. 3 through Oct. 9.

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Oct. 3 At 8:53 p.m., made a traffic stop at Highway 41 and Highway 5, Chanhassen. An adult Chaska female was arrested for DWI and no proof of insurance.

Oct. 4 At 9:32 a.m., made a traffic stop at Highway 5 and Rose Street, Victoria. An adult Coon Rapids male was cited for possession of a small amount of marijuana, driving after revocation, and no proof of insurance.

At 3:15 p.m., made a traffic stop at the 500 block of 79th Street West, Chanhassen, where an adult Chanhassen male was arrested for third degree DWI, and other violations.

At 3:32 p.m., responded to the 6700 block of Lotus Trail, Chanhassen, where a construction trailer was broken into and a vent was damaged. Estimated damage is $80.

At 4:22 p.m., responded to a Chanhassen address on a referral from Social Services about abuse/neglect.

Oct. 5 At 3:22 p.m., responded to the 2300 block of Bridle Creek Circle,

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Oct. 8 At 8:13 a.m., responded to the 700 block of Oak Drive, Victoria, for report of theft from and damage to vehicles. Estimated loss and damage is $250.

At 9:02 a.m., responded to the 1500 block of Wintergreen Court, Victoria, for report of theft from, and damage to vehicle. Estimated loss and damage is $425.

At 9:31 a.m., responded to the 7300 block of Cactus Curve, Chanhassen, for report of damaged fence. Estimated damage is $400.

At 11:56 a.m., responded to the 700 block of Gannon Way, Victoria, for report of theft from and damage to vehicle.

Estimated loss and damage is $250.

At 8:56 p.m., responded to the 500 block of 79th Street, Chanhassen, where an adult Waconia female was arrested for domestic assault.

Oct. 9 At 2:29 a.m., made a traffic stop at County Road 11 and 81st Street, Victoria, where an adult Chaska female was arrested for third degree DWI. At 11:47 a.m., responded to the 8600 block of Waters Edge Drive, Chanhassen, where a juvenile Chanhassen female was cited as a runaway.

At 9:19 p.m., responded to the 7800 block of Market Boulevard, Chanhassen, where a juvenile Minnetonka female was cited for possession of drug paraphernalia.

Chanhassen, for report of threat by text.

At 8:58 p.m., responded to a personal injury accident at Highway 5 and Market Boulevard, Chanhassen. An adult Chanhassen female was cited for driving after suspension, failure to yield and no proof of insurance.

Oct. 6 At 12:40 p.m., responded to the 2200 block of Lyman Boulevard, Chanhassen, where a juvenile male was arrested on an armed and dangerous warrant.

At 7:07 p.m., responded to 10500 block of Knight Avenue, Laketown Township, for report of animal neglect.

At 10:09 p.m., responded to the 1600 block of Fox Hunt Way, Victoria, where a rider was refusing to pay a cab driver.

Oct. 7 At 1:34 a.m., made a traffic stop at Highway 5 and Audubon Road, Chanhassen, where an adult Prior Lake female was arrested for DWI. At 12:33 p.m., responded to a property damage hit and run at the 2600 block of 78th Street West, Chanhassen, where an adult Shorewood male was cited for property damage hit and run.

At 7:21 p.m., made a traffic stop at Highway 5 and Audubon Road, Chanhassen, where an adult Brooklyn Park female was arrested for DWI.

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HALLOWEEN EVENTS

Frightmares Buck Hill transforms into haunt for ghouls, goblins and vampires

Frightmares at Buck Hill

BY ERIC KRAUSHAR scores@swpub.com

Location: 15400 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville

E

ach October, a number of Halloween attractions open their gates and corn fields, but none have the backdrop quite like Frightmares does in Burnsville.

The third-year attraction is set on the base of Buck Hill. With a near-full moon passing through rolling clouds coming over the hill on opening weekend, it was a great start to 13 October dates of screams and frights.

Jessica Stone, Marketing Director for Frightmares, said the idea for the Halloween spook came from her parents.

“It goes way back. My parents (Chuck and Nancy) started Buck Hill in 1954 and my dad would always talk about doing something like this,” she said.

Frightmares opened in 2009 and the lineup of freakishly frightening spooks continues to evolve.

Old favorites such as the Victorian Orchard Manor Dead and Breakfast and the BellharmLovejoy Asylum return to the

park. Prepare to be scared as you transcend into the secrets of the “History of the Hill” with a walk through the Haunted Hollow burial grounds that begins with an 800-foot ride up the hill on the “magic carpet.”

More than 100 ghouls, goblins and vampires have taken over the grounds and are ready to welcome you into their homes – where the dead are their playmates and visitors are their prey.

“It’s like a Broadway act,” added Stone, who said the turnover in actors is pretty minimal because they want to keep coming back for more.

HISTORY OF THE HILL The story begins in a patch of land west of Crystal Lake, in what is now known as Burnsville.

Whispers began to spread among settlers that something unnatural, something unwholesome about a nearby hillside.

For many years this land was avoided. This changed in 1891, when a stubborn but wealthy Scot, Hector Cromarty, insisted on building a home for himself and his ill-fated bride, Mary Cromarty. There, the couple resided in a grand Victorian

Time: 7 p.m.-midnight Wednesdays-Saturdays, 7-10 p.m.

Sundays, Oct. 14-15, 21-23, 28-30 Cost: $20 per person; $2 off coupons available at Subway and SuperAmerica locations; Wednesday and Thursdays are Student ID nights. Present a Student ID to receive $2 off.

Info: frightmares.com

PHOTOS BY ERIC KRAUSHAR

named Orchard Manor.

By 1896 Hector Cromarty’s wealth was gone. He and his wife opened the manor as a bed and breakfast to travelers to help bring in funds. Not even Mary’s Scottish cooking could lure local patronage to the manor.

After Mary’s death in 1901 of an undiagnosable wasting disease, Cromarty slipped into madness. The ultimate fate of Hector Cromarty became one of the mysteries of the hill.

NEW LOOK FOR 2011 While tours of the Orchard Manor and Haunted Hollow remain,

Frightmares at Buck Hill has four main attractions, including the Orchard Manor Dead and Breakfast and the Haunted Hollow.

The third-year Halloween themed-park has 11 remaining dates available.

there are new attractions for the 2011 shows as well.

The Fright Factory received an upgrade that makes the spookiness pop out. Visitors that step into the Deville Industrial Paint Manufacturing Plant are asked to wear safety glasses.

“We redesigned it in 3D. A guy from Michigan designed it and it is pretty incredible,” Stone said.

Also new is the Scream Scene

TRAIL OF TERROR

a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 Cost: 5K early registration through Oct. 6 $20; standard registration Oct. 7-noon Oct. 27 $25; 7:30-8:30 p.m. race day registration $30; Kids’ Pumpkin Run fee $5; Kids’ Run registration not accepted on the day of the race.

Location: Shakopee Community Center, 1255 Fuller St. S., Shakopee Info: ci.shakopee.mn.us or (952) 233-9500

The Trail of Terror includes two-and-a-half miles of scares with more than 15 scary attractions. New features this year include the Zombie Pub Crawl, bean bag tournaments, costume contests and beer pong.

Time: 7-11 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays, Oct. 13-30 Cost: Adult $18.95; child $12.95 at the gate; tickets may be purchased at Walgreens in advance for adult $15.95 and child $9.95 Location: Three miles south of Shakopee on Hwy. 169 Info: trailofterrorfest.com or (952) 445-7361

GHOULS AND GOBLINS AT THE MAZE During this spook-friendly Halloween celebration for the whole family, take the Trick or Treat Trail to the Magical Maze Garden and enjoy family fun in the visitor center. Pre-registration required.

Time: 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 Cost: Free gate admission during the event Location: Garden Maze and Visitor Center, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska Info: Register at www.arboretum.umn.edu/ ghoulsandgoblins.aspx or (952) 443-1422

HAUNTED HALLOWEEN ADVENTURES Celebrate Halloween nature’s way. Trickor-treat on a not-so-scary animal puppet and games trail for a scary good time.

Enjoy the mad scientist’s lab and warm up by a campfire. Take a ride on the spooky horse-drawn wagon ride. Come in costume and bring a bag for goodies. Reservations required for arrival time; reference activity #463007-H1-H2-H3-H4. For ages 2 and older.

Time: 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 Cost: $7 if pre-registered; $8 day of the event Location: Hyland Lake Park Reserve, 10145 Bush Lake Rd., Bloomington Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org

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Longtime Twin Cities broadcast journalist Don Shelby plays The Narrator with Andre Shoals as Frank-N-Furter.

‘THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW’ “The Rocky Horror Show” is the biggest, baddest rock-n-roll musical of them all. Bursting at the seams with timeless classics, including “Sweet Transvestite,” “Damn it Janet” and “Time Warp,” the show is a non-stop party. A professional cast of Twin Cities talent will star in the show, and it will also feature WCCO TV and Minnesota legend Don Shelby as “The Narrator.”

Time: Evening and matinee showtimes through Oct. 31 Cost: General admission $46.50; VIP $55 Location: The Lab Theater, 700 N. 1st St., Minneapolis Info: (612) 333-7977 or thelabtheater.org

GHOST WALK Follow a guide along candlelit streets in the Village of Eagle Creek. Visit historic buildings and hear costumed interpreters share folktales, legends, superstition and history.

Enjoy refreshments and the warmth of a campfire. Reservations required; reference activity #438407-20-21-22. For ages 12 and older.

Time: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21 Cost: $6 Location: The Landing - Minnesota River Heritage Park, 2187 E. Hwy. 101, Shakopee Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org

FLIT, CREEP AND CRAWL: THE TRUTH ABOUT SCARY ANIMALS

GOBLIN BOOGIE DANCE PARTY The Enigma Center will become a haunted Halloween haven so costumed kids can march through and dance to boogie music.

There will be classic disco and boogie tunes, dancing lights, bubble machines and hula hoops for this morning dance party for preschoolers age 3-5 and their families.

Time: 10-11:15 a.m. Friday, Oct. 28 Cost: $5 per child Location: Shakopee Community Center, 1255 Fuller St. S., Shakopee Info: ci.shakopee.mn.us or (952) 233-9500

HALLZOOWEEN AT THE ZOO Families can bring their little goblins and ghouls to the Zoo for Halloween fun. Children are invited to dress up as a favorite Zoo animal or other creature of choice and enjoy crafts, critters, and treats. Watch as the animals enjoy some pumpkin action and check out the Scarecrow Alley display Family Farm.

Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 29-30; treats and goodies 10 a.m.-2 p.m. while supplies last; Halloween craft 11

– an all-ages zone featuring entertainment each Friday and Saturday. Local radio stations K102 and KDWB will visit in coming weeks.

Other attractions are Kevin Hall’s Magic Show on Fridays and Saturdays and live entertainment in Tucker’s Bar and Grill from some of the Twin Cities’ best bands. Hall was recently featured on NBC’s America’s Got Talent.

PHOTO COURTESY HALLOWEEN HAUNT AT VALLEYSCARE

Planet Spooky at ValleySCARE offers kid-friendly Halloween fun through Oct. 30.

a.m.-2 p.m.; special creature feature shows on the hour from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Cost: Adults $18; children 3-12 and 65+ $12; ages 0-2 free; parking $5; Zoo members free admission and parking Location: Minnesota Zoo, 13000 Zoo Blvd., Apple Valley Info: mnzoo.com or (952) 431-9200

HALLOWEEN HAUNT AND PLANET SPOOKY The Halloween Haunt at ValleySCARE is a world of terrifying mazes and scare zones that will bring fears and phobias to life. Guests will experience nine haunted attractions, creepy live entertainment and signature thrill rides. Daytimes Saturdays and Sundays, the all new Planet Spooky is open for all ages to join Snoopy and the PEANUTS gang for non-

scary Halloween activities and attractions, including a hay-bale maze, trick or treat trail, storytelling and a variety of family and children’s rides.

Time: Halloween Haunt is open 7 p.m.midnight Thursdays and Fridays, noonmidnight Saturdays, noon-7 p.m. Sundays, Oct. 14-15, 20-22 and 27-29; Planet Spooky is open noon-7 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays only.

Cost: All-day regular admission for ages 3-61 $41.99; starlight admission (after 7 p.m.

Thursday and Fridays; after 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sunday, Oct. 30) $31.99; juniors/seniors 3 years and less than 48” tall and 62 years and older $9.99 Location: Valleyfair, One Valleyfair Drive, Shakopee Info: ValleySCARE.com or (952) 445-6500

Snakes, bats, toads, spiders and other mysterious wildlife have been the subject of myths and superstition over the years. This family program should dispel some of the myths. Hear a talk about and meet some of these “scary” animals. After the program take a trick or treat scavenger hunt on the Hillside Trail. Those who are able to answer 10 questions about wild animals will receive a treat bag.

Children can come dressed as their favorite wild animal. Led by naturalist Beth Girard.

Time: 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 Cost: Free Location: Bloomington Visitor Center, 3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington Info: (952) 854-5900 or fws.gov/midwest/ minnesotavalley

JACK-O-LANTERN 5K AND KIDS’ PUMPKIN RUN Dress in costume for the third annual Jack-o’-Lantern 5K and Kid’s Pumpkin Run. Halloween costumes encouraged with prizes for best costume and awards for the top three male and female finishers in each age group. The race begins and ends at the Shakopee Community Center.

Time: 5K 9 a.m.; kids’ Pumpkin Run 10:15

Enjoy family fun making a pumpkin patch or witch’s hat and listen to the book “Big Pumpkin” by Erica Silverman. Admission to the Stans Museum and research library are free during Kids Kraft events.

Time: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 Cost: Free, but pre-registration required Location: Scott County Historical Society, 235 Fuller St., Shakopee Info: (952) 445-0378 or scottcountyhistory.org

CREEPY CRAWLIES Meet some of the critters that make people go “Ewww!” and learn why we think they are creepy. Experience live creepy crawlies up close. Discover how they are important to the environment. For all ages.

Time: 3-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30 Cost: Free Location: Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Rd., Bloomington Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org

SCARY SKATE AND SPOOKY FAMILY FUN NIGHT Test out a scary or funny costume the night before Halloween. Bring family and friends for a night of crafts, open gym and family entertainment. Spin and skate to a spooky beat in the ice arena.

Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30 Cost: Free; limited skate rental at $3 per pair Location: Shakopee Community Center, 1255 Fuller St. S., Shakopee Info: ci.shakopee.mn.us or (952) 233-9500

PUMPKIN PALOOZA DISPLAY Check out the display of thousands of pumpkins inside the Oswald Visitor Center and surrounding landscapes. On Pumpkin Palooza Weekend, Oct. 22 and 23, watch master pumpkin carvers, learn pumpkingrowing tips and catch other fun events.

Time: Through Oct. 31 Cost: Free with gate admission of $9 for adults; free for ages 15 and younger; free to Arboretum members Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or (952) 443-1422

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OCT. 13 THE POINTER SISTERS AND THE TEMPTATIONS Ruth, Anita, June and Bonnie Pointer regularly scored pop and soul hits throughout the ‘70s and ‘80s in a variety of styles. The Temptations achieved fame as one of the most successful acts to record for Motown Records. The group’s repertoire has included rhythm and blues, doowop, funk, disco, soul and adult contemporary music.

Time: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13 Cost: $44-$65 Location: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd., Prior Lake Info: mysticlake.com or (952) 4966563

Friday

OCT. 14 COMEDIAN MICHAEL THORNE Audiences love Michael Thorne’s energetic style, his insightful jokes and his cartoon-like vocal delivery. He is an amalgam of culture and white trash raised in Nordeast Minneapolis. He offers insights on evolution (or the lack thereof), human relations, marriage and parenthood. Comedian Rio Hillman will also perform.

Time: 8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14; 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 Cost: $13 for 8:30 Friday and 8 p.m.

Saturday shows; $10 for 10:30 p.m.

Saturday show Location: MinneHAHA Comedy Club, 1583 1st Ave., Shakopee Info: minnehahacomedyclub.com/ shakopee

THIRD DAY Four-time Grammy Award-winning band Third Day will perform. The Atlanta-based band will perform selections from the new album which have become concert highlights as well as long-time Third Day fan favorites that feature the group’s signature rock sound.

Time: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14 Cost: $20-$75 Location: Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Rd., Eden Prairie Info: ktis.fm

SAINT PAUL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Scott Yoo will conduct the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra in a program that will include Mendelssohn’s “Sinfonia No. 12 in G Minor for String Orchestra” and Kirchner’s “Music for Twelve.” Bach’s “Selections from The Art of Fugue (Contrapuncti I - IX)” will be performed unconducted.

Time: 10:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14 Cost: Adults $10-$40; children $5 Location: Wooddale Church, 6630 Shady Oak Rd., Eden Prairie Info: (651) 291-1144 or thespco.com

Saturday

OCT. 15 TONKA TROT FAMILY FUN RUN Four Minnetonka elementary schools (Groveland, Clear Springs, Minnewashta, and Scenic Heights) as well as Minnetonka Preschool/ECFE are teaming up to sponsor the Tonka Trot 10K, 5K and 1.5 mile Family Fun Run. This is a fundraising event for participating schools that also promotes healthy family activities.

Groveland elementary school’s “backyard” will be the site of post

race fun for all ages. There will be food from local vendors, inflatable “jumpies”, and music with a live radio broadcast from Radio Disney.

Time: T-shirt pickup and same-day registration at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 15. First race begins at 8:30 a.m.

Location: Route begins and ends at Groveland Elementary School, 17210 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka.

Info: Register online in advance at www.minnetonkacommunityed.org.

PET ADOPTION Volunteers for the Carver Scott Humane Society will have a pet adoption from noon to 3 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 15. There will be one rabbit, two gerbils and kittens and cats ages 4 months to 8 yearsold will be available. There will be solids, tabby, bicolored, and torties to choose from. Dogs two months to 10 years will be there. Some of the dogs include: Beagle, Pointer, Chihuahua, Labrador Retriever, Pug, Lhasa Apso, Great Dane, Husky, terrier mix, shepherd mix, black lab mixes and Heinz 57 mixes. All cats and dogs have updated shots and have been micro ID implanted, vet checked, wormed, checked for friendly temperaments, and age appropriately spayed/neutered.

Location: Petco, located off old Hwy. 212 and Singletree Lane in Eden Prairie. CSHS is without its own building and all pets are housed in foster care.

Cost: Adoption fees are $165+ for cats and $195+ for dogs.

Info: Call the society for more information on adopting a homeless pet at (952) 368-3553, or visit online at www.carverscotths.org.

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The VocalEssence Ensemble Singers, directed by Philip Brunelle, will be performing in Waconia on Oct. 22 as part of Music By The Lake.

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usic By The Lake presents VocalEssence

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Ensemble Singers at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 22, as part of its Music By The Lake 2011- 2012 concert series. “We are honored to host this ‘polished, bright and bril-

liantly balanced’ 32 voice professional ensemble, founded and directed by Philip Brunelle,” said Charley Streiff, chairman of the Music By The Lake committee.

way North, Waconia. Tickets are available at the door or www.

The program in entitled “Hail Minnesota” and focuses on the state’s musical heritage, including Minnesota composers,

brownpapertickets.com. Prices range from $8 to $22. For more info, call (800) 838-3006.

singer-songwriters and the folk songs of our grandparents.

Two more concerts are planned for the Music By The Lake,

The performance will include pieces by Stephen Paulus,

series a non-profit organization in its seventh season. The

Dominick Argento and Bob Dylan.

Copper Street Brass Quintet will be in concert on Dec. 11 and

The event is at Faith Lutheran Church, 800 Waconia Park-

Neal and Leandra return on April 14, 2012.

CHILI COOK-OFF Carver County Parks will be having the 8th Annual Baylor Campground Chili Cook-off on Saturday, Oct. 15. All are welcome to make their best chili and enter it for judging at 12 noon on Saturday in the Community Room of the Barn.

Time: 12 noon Location: Baylor Regional Park, 10775 Co. Rd. 33, Norwood Young America Cost: $10 registration fee Info: (952) 466-5250

WEEKEND FAMILY FUN Enjoy nature-based fun for the whole family. The October theme is Falling Leaves.

Time: Noon-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Oct. 15-16, 22-23, 29-30 Cost: Free with gate admission of $9 for adults; free for ages 15 and younger; free to Arboretum members Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or (952) 443-1422

FALL PHOTO HIKE

and proper paddling techniques with different paddle strokes.

Reservations required; reference activity #424611-02. For ages 8-12.

Time: 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 Cost: $10 Location: Cleary Lake Park, 18106 Texas Ave., Prior Lake Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org

Paddle the quiet backwaters of Whaletail Lake and soak up the fall colors. Stop for a short hike at Gale Woods Farm. Previous paddling experience required. All equipment provided. Reservations required; reference activity #427512-02. For ages 16 and older.

Time: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 Cost: $45 Location: Gale Woods Farm, 7210 County Rd. 110 W., Minnetrista Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org

INTRO TO WET FELTING – VESSELS Join the farm staff to learn the basic techniques of wet felting. During the class those attending will felt a small vessel and decorate it with felt beads and baubles. Reservations required by Oct. 10; reference activity #437425-31. For ages 8 and older.

Time: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 Cost: $30 Location: Gale Woods Farm, 7210 County Rd. 110 W., Minnetrista Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org

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OCT. 16 FARMERS MARKET Every Sunday through October there will be a farmer’s market at The Mustard Seed.

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supplies, stone beads and cabs and much, much more. This event is for anyone interested in beadwork or making their own jewelry.

Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 22 and Sunday, Oct. 23 Cost: $3 admission, good for both days Location: Hopkins Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins Info: beadsbydee.com; (952) 4922493; dcoghill@frontiernet.net

WILD THINGS Homeward Bound Theatre Company will offer “Where the Wild Things Are” Tuesdays, Oct. 18 through Nov. 15th from 3:55 - 5:10 p.m. at Victoria Elementary School in Victoria.

Kindergarten through second graders will learn creative dramatics and movement with fun and focus; theatre games; and pantomime.

Students will develop individual imagination and group cooperation acting out of children’s literature.

“Cups for Sale,” “Three Billy Goats Gruff,” “Goldilocks and the Three Bears,” “The Three Little Pigs” and Maurice Sendak’s “Where the Wild Things Are” and perform a small play at the end of the class for family and friends.

Time: 3:55 – 5:10 p.m., Tuesdays, Oct. 18 – Nov. 15 Location: Victoria Elementary School, 9300 Red Fox Dr., Victoria Info: School District 112 Community Education at (952) 556-6200

Upcoming BEAD BAZAAR The Twin Cities Bead Bazaar’s fall show will have 45-plus vendors from 10 states coming to sell beads, pearls, silver, findings, beadwork kits, bead storage, vintage beads, crystal and jewelry, pressed glass beads, handmade lampwork, blown and fused beads, ceramic faces, porcelain cameos, beadwork

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Time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 16 Location: The Mustard Seed Landscaping and Garden Center, 6055 Highway 212, about 4 miles west of Chaska Info: (952) 361-9954; farmersdaughters2@yahoo.com

FALL COLORS KAYAK TOUR

Experience the final days of fall colors and the first signs of winter approaching. The group will start by the visitors’ center and explore the Rapids Lake Unit including the ruins of the old barn and mansion.

Time: 8:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 Cost: Free Location: Rapids Lake Education and Visitor Center, Carver Highlands Lot, 15865 Carver Highlands Dr., Carver Info: (952) 361-4500 or fws.gov/ midwest/minnesotavalley

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RESCUE ROUNDUP The Carver-Scott Humane Society holds its 9th annual fall fundraiser, “Rescue Roundup,” to help homeless animals. Food includes steak sandwiches, steak fries and cowboy beans. There will also be a silent auction and beer and wine available.

Time: 7-10 p.m., Oct. 28 Cost: $25 at door; 20 in advance Location: The Mustard Seed Landscaping & Garden Center, west of Chaska off Highway 212 Info: carverscotths.org; (952) 3683553, line 4

‘SPOOKTACULAR’ CONCERT The Minnetonka Symphony Orchestra presents its annual “Spooktacular” Concert on Sunday, Oct. 23 at 3:30 p.m. at the Minnetonka Community Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka and on Sunday, Oct. 30 at 3 p.m. at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chanhassen. Enjoy an afternoon of classical music featuring the works of Sousa, Holst, Mussorgsky and more. Cost: Freewill donation at the Oct. 23 concert; free concert with admission to the Arboretum.

Info: Call (952) 401-5954 or visit www.musicassociation.org.

HALLOWEEN ‘BOOSEUM’ AND GHOST TROLLEY The Annual Booseum and Ghost Trolley in Excelsior will be on Oct. 28 and 29 from 6-9 p.m. at 305 Water Street. This family-friendly Halloween event includes entertainment on stage (you never know who’s going to show up!), concessions, a trolley ride down the spooky trail, and a trip through the “haunted” museum.

Cost: $5 for kids 10 and under, $7 for adults - fundraiser for the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Historical Society and the Minnesota Streetcar Museum.

Info: Visit the BOOseum Facebook page for more information. Click the play button to a watch video from the 2008 Haunted Trolley and Booseum.

BLOOD DRIVE The Red Cross holds a blood drive. blood donor card or driver’s license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental permission in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are generally in good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

Time: Noon-6 p.m., Monday, Oct. 24 Location: Chaska VFW Post 1791, 620 Creek Road, Chaska Info: (800) 733-2767;

‘EXTRAORDINARY SACRIFICES’ The Carver County Historical Society and Carver County Library present: “Extraordinary Sacrifices” Learn about the servicemen and women of Carver County, from the Civil War to today,through images, letters, news clippings, stories, and poetry.

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COMMUNITY GATHERINGS SAL OKTOBERFEST — The Sons of American Legion Oktoberfest will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16, at the Chanhassen American Legion.

There will be authentic German foods, drink specials, games, (Hammerschlagen) and polka music. Proceeds support area veterans and charities. Visit www.sal580.org for details.

ELMHS SEEKING SCARY VOLUNTEERS —The Excelsior/Lake Minnetonka Historical Society is once again hosting its annual BOOseum and Haunted Trolley on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 28 and 29. The ELMHS is also seeking volunteers to enact spooky scenes along the trail.

Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops, bookclubs, neighbors, friends, families, networking groups, etc. would be great groups to participate. This year’s theme is Edgar Allan Poe. If you’re interested, please send an email to excelsiorbooseum@gmail. com.

WEST SUBURBAN GRIEF COALITION — Whether you are a griever or know someone who is grieving, you are encouraged to attend the next session of the West Suburban Grief Coalition. Dick Obershaw will talk on the subject “Why Holiday Grief is Harder” and give you some suggestions as to help you cope with the upcoming holiday season. Obershaw has earned degrees in psychology, mortuary science and social work and is also a national and international master presenter who has inspired thousands to focus on growth opportunities and approach interpersonal challenges with a positive attitude. The session will be at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, at St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, 17205 County Rd. 6, Plymouth. There is no cost to attend. For more information, call (612) 801-2491.

TAIZÉ PRAYER — People of all Christian traditions are welcome to a Taizé Prayer at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, at St. Hubert Church, 8201 Main Street, Chanhassen. The candle lit service includes sung prayer, rich silence, scripture readings, and a reflection.

BOGLEHEADS: INVESTING IN UNCERTAIN TIMES — Learn about Bogleheads. org, a resource for anyone who wants to take control of their financial future, at a presentation at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, at the Chanhassen Library. Learn about 10 principles that can guide you to investing success in these challenging times. Hear testimonials from investors who are following these principles.

This event is being is sponsored by the Minnesota Bogleheads, an all-volunteer group dedicated to providing free information, based on academic research, to help individuals make the best possible investment decisions.

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F O S T E R P E T H OM E S NEEDED — Volunteers are needed to provide temporary foster pet homes for puppies, cats, rabbits, kitten litters and dogs in Carver, Scott and Hennepin counties . The Carver-Scott Humane Society is without a permanent shelter, so all abandoned pets are housed in foster care until permanent adoption occurs. Once or twice a month the foster family comes with the pet to a public adoption day for 3 hours, held in Eden Prairie and Chaska. The society provides medical care, food and litter.

Volunteers provide a safe, loving home for an average of three to six months. Once a month volunteers come with the pet to a public adoption day for three hours; usually held in Eden Prairie. For more information, call the society at (952) 368-3553, line 4, or check online at www. carverscoths.org.

S O U T H W E S T M E T RO TEA PARTY — The Southwest Metro Tea Party meets at 6:45 p.m. Mondays at the Chanhassen Recreation Center. For more information on the group, call Becki Johnson at (612) 8659178.

CHAMBER MEMBER ORIENTATION — The Southwest Metro Chamber of Commerce invites any prospective or new members to a member orientation session to learn more about the chamber’s programs, benefits and services. The group meets the second Thursday of the month at the Chanhassen Recreation Center at 9 a.m. For more information, call Brad Gruhot at (952) 448-5000 or email brad@swmetrochamber. com.

FRESH START RECOVERY — A Christian 12-step recovery program for those struggling with any type of hurt, habit, or hang-up meets weekly on Thursdays at Grace Church in Eden Prairie from 6:30 p.m.

– 8 p.m. The program includes music, teaching, testimonials, and small groups. No cost or registration required. For more information, go to www.atgrace. com/fresh-start.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL BIBLE ST U DY — A men’s (all ages welcome) Bible Study meets every Thursday from 7:15-8:15 a.m. at Millie’s Deli in Chanhassen (545 W. 78th St., Chanhassen). During the year the group studies both Old Testament and New Testament books. For more information, call John at (763) 458-5985.

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MINNETONKA CAMERA CLUB — The Minnetonka Camera Club meets on the first and third Thursdays of every month in the Glen Lake area of Minnetonka. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. All skill levels are welcome.

For more information, call (952) 831-4630 or (952) 896-1915 or visit www.minnetonkacamera.org.

dhist monk occurs from 10:10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays at Chanhassen Library. Classes are open to all regardless of level of experience. There is no charge; donations are welcome. For more information, call Ralph at (952) 934-9727 or e-mail info@ triplegem.org.

MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS PROGRAM — The Mental Health Crisis Program, serving Carver and Scott counties, has a telephone and mobile crisis response service available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. To reach the Mental Health Crisis Program, call (952) 442-7601.

W ESTWOOD JOB SUPPORT GROUP — Westwood Job Transition and Networking Group is a faith-based group dedicated to supporting those who have lost their job or are contemplating a career change.

Meetings will consist of curriculum covering a range of topics designed to assist you in your search. In addition, we will build relationships and business connections through networking, sharing, listening and supporting each other.

Employers who have open positions and are looking for great talent are encouraged to attend.

Westwood Job Transition and Networking Group meetings are on the fi rst Monday of every month from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in Room A112 at Westwood Community Church, 3121 Westwood Drive, Chanhassen. No sign up is required; everyone is welcome. For more information, contact Matthew Beck at matthewpbeck@yahoo.com or Pat DeZiel at patdeziel123@ yahoo.com.

LIONS - The Chanhassen Lions meet every fourth Monday at the Chanhassen Legion. The monthly meeting starts with a social time at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.chanhassenlions.org or call Gary Haberman at (952) 200-2993.

ROTARY – The Chanhassen Rotary Club meets at 7 a.m. every Wednesday at the American Legion Post on Highway 5. For more information, call Jeff Anderson at (612) 998-3688.

CHANHASSEN SAL MEETING — The Chanhassen Squadron 580 of the Sons of the American Legion meet monthly at 6 p.m. on the first Monday of the month at the Chanhassen American Legion in the basement meeting room. For information or to join, call Bob Synder at (612) 867-5365.

NICE — Operation Minnesota Nice is committed to making a difference in the lives of our soldiers who are serving abroad in war zones. The group meets monthly to pack boxes that are sent to our soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan who have been “adopted” by various individuals or groups and meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month to pack items that have been donated by various organizations, companies, churches, or individuals.

If you’d like to donate items, please call Cindy Pugh at (952) 474-1436. Want to adopt a soldier or know more? Go to www.operationminnesotanice.com or call (763) 464-1696.

WOMEN IN NETWORKING — Women in Networking meets the third Thursday of the month in the Chanhassen/ Victoria area. For more information, visit www.win-mn.com or call Michelle Aspelin at (952) 241-4021.

WEST METRO NETWORKING GROUP — West Metro Network, a professional, referralbased network comprised of trusted and experienced business professionals in the west metro area, meets Tuesday mornings. For more information and meeting times, call Vicki Franzen at (952) 937-9596.

BNI-CHANHASSEN — Join other small business professionals committed to referring business to each other at our weekly meeting on Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. at the Chanhassen Recreation Center, 2310 Coulter Boulevard, Chanhassen. For more information, please contact Amy Foley at (612) 701-0822.

BNI CHAN-NET— Business Network International has a business networking meeting from 7 to 8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at AmericInn in Chanhassen. For more information, call Vicki Eide, chapter president, at (612) 385-9141.

SOUTHWEST METRO BNI - Business Network International has a business networking meeting from 7 to 8:30 a.m.

Thursdays at the Eden Prairie Community Center (16700 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie). For more information, call Kevin Donlin at (612) 567-6642.

BNI-CHANHASSEN — Join other small business professionals committed to referring business to each other at our weekly meeting on Tuesdays

at 7:30 a.m. at the Chanhassen American Legion Post 580, 290 Lake Drive E, Chanhassen. For more information, call Melissa Friedrichs at (612) 961-0632.

TOASTMASTERS — The Rosemount Toastmasters club me ets every other Thursday in the Rosemount facility in Chanhassen (8200 Market Blvd.) in the Walnut Conference Room at 12:05 p.m. For more information, call club president Dan Klein at (952) 949-7245 or see the club’s Web site at www.geocities. com/club3096/info.htm.

The “Midday Mumblers” Toastmasters club meets from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Friday at the SuperValu office at 19011 Lake Drive East in Chanhassen. Non-SuperValu employees are welcome. For more information, call Dru Jorgensen, president, at (952) 294-7305, or Doug Hobbs at (952) 828-4619.

The Marsh Winds Toastmasters club meets from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m. Thursdays at The Marsh at 15000 Minnetonka Blvd., in Minnetonka. All are welcome. Call Michael for more information at (612) 387-5864.

The Carver County Communicators Toastmasters club meets on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 p.m. at Chaska Middle School East, Room E 30 across from the Chaska Community Center, 1600 Park Ridge Drive, Chaska. Call Jan Naude at (952) 442-3881 or e-mail him at naude11@yahoo.com for more information.

The H2O Toastmasters club meets the second and fourth Tuesday each month, from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., at Culligan Water, 6030 Culligan Way, Minnetonka. For more information visit www.h2omasters.org or call JoAnn at (952) 912.2429.

GENEALOGY GROUP – Group meets the second Saturday of the month from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Carver County Historical Society, 555 West 1st Street, Waconia. The group has informal discussions about genealogy software, Web sites, and tips about research. For more information, call the museum at (952) 442-4234.

HOM ESCHOOL MOMS’ N IGH T OU T — Join other mothers committed to homeschooling their children of any

BETA SIGMA PHI MEETINGS — Beta Sigma Phi, an international friendship network providing educational programs and service to the community meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. around the southwest metro area. Women of all ages, interests, educational and economic backgrounds are welcome to attend. Meeting locations vary. For more information, call Annette Walters at (952) 250-7860.

SUPPORT GROUPS ALANON — Westwood Community Church in Chanhassen is hosting an Alanon group, a 12step program of recovery for any person who feels deeply affected by someone else’s drinking, from 7 to 8 p.m. Mondays. For information, call (952)224-7300.

MEN’S AL-ANON — Meets at Mount Calvary Lutheran in Excelsior at 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays.

For information, call John at (612) 269-5657.

COMFORT AND CARE — If you’ve lost someone close to you, or know someone who has, please call us to fi nd out more information about our weekly Griefshare seminar/support group sponsored by Westwood Community Church. For more information, call (952) 2247300.

MOMS CLUB — The MOMS Club of Excelsior is a support group specifically for at-home moms. If you are interested in seeing if the MOMS Club of Excelsior is for you, e-mail momsclubofexcelsior@yahoo. com for more information or come to our monthly business meeting at 10:30 a.m. on the fi rst Monday of the month at Mt. Calvary Church, Excelsior, room 202. You qualify for membership to this local chapter if you live in the zip codes of 55331 or 55317.

MOPS – MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) meets at Westwood Com mu nit y Chu rch.

The group meets every other Thursday morning or the fi rst Thursday evening of the month in a relaxed atmosphere to connect with other moms and learn from guest speakers. Visit online at www.westwoodcc.org.

MOPS — MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) for moms of children from birth through 5 years. Meets twice a month from 9:15-11:30 a.m. on Fridays at Our Savior Lutheran Church and School, 23290 Hwy. 7, Excelsior. For more information, call Lindsey at (952) 465-4194, or visit www.oslcs.org.

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T he sp ea ker is Wi l lia m Davnie, who served as a Foreign Service Officer in the U.S. Department of State from 19812007. Postings included Hong Kong, Thailand, USSR/Russia, Tajikistan, Lithuania and Finland, as well as four months in Baghdad in 2007. Prior to the Foreign Service, researched Islam and taught for one year in Indonesia, and served as a Presbyterian pastor for five years in rural North Dakota.

Davnie worked with a variety of U.S. government assistance projects during his c a reer, i ncludi ng cou nternarcotics programs in Asia and democracy development projects in the former Soviet Union. Also coordinated with non-gover n ment prog ra ms including the International Red Cross, United Nations, and religious-based organizations during his assignments abroad.

Born in North Dakota, grew up in Mi nnesota and Wisconsin. Stationed in Moscow during the collapse of the Soviet Union and emergence of Russia; in Tajikistan during a UN-brokered peace process; in Lithuania during that country’s entry into NATO and the European Union; and in Finland during its EU Presidency.

Graduate of Wabash College, Crawfordsville, Indiana; received a Master of Divinity degree from Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, and master’s from National Defense University, Washington, D.C. The Friends of the Chanhassen Library are again sponsoring the Great Decisions Discussions, organized nationally by the Foreign Policy Association and locally by the Minnesota International Center.

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Toddler Storytimes are 10:30 a.m., Tuesdays, through Dec. 6. Toddlers and their caregivers are welcome to join us for 20 minutes of action-packed fun with stories, rhymes, fi ngerplays, and musical movement for this busy age group.

Come shake your sillies out with us. Recommended for ages 18-36 months. No registration required.

Fa m i ly Stor y t imes are 1 0 : 3 0 a . m . , We d n e s d a y s , through Dec. 7. Children and their caregivers are invited to come and share 30 minutes of stories, songs, and fi ngerplays that encourage the development of early literacy skills.

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Lapsit Storytimes are 10:30 a.m., Thursdays, through Dec. 8. Babies to 18 months old and their caregivers share quality time in a 20-minute session designed to encourage language development through sharing board books and movement activities, followed by time for visiting and play. Call to register at (952) 227-1500.

WACONIA LIBRARY It’s Celebrate Family History Month at the Waconia Library, 217 South Vine. Call (952) 4424714 to reserve a spot.

“Writing Down Memo ries” is a series of writing classes to encourage individuals to capture in writing important events in their lives.

It will be taught by journalist and writer Unsie Zuege from 10 : 3 0 a.m.-noon, Satu rday, Oct. 22 and 29. Registration is required.

“W h at O u r A nc e st or s Grew and How They Kept It” will be presented by Master Gardener David Daubert from 1-2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 22 “Family Search-Fantastic Changes on One of the Most Popular Genealog y Web sites,” will be presented from 1-2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 29 by local genealogy search expert Lois Schulstad.

The Chanhassen Library is located at 7711 Kerber Blvd. in Chanhassen. For more information, call (952) 227-1500 or go online at www.carverlib.org

PETS OF THE WEEK The pets noted are being housed by the Carver-Scott Humane Society (CSHS) and are among the dozens of homeless animals available for adoption. For more information, go online at www.carverscotths.org.

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Special computer classes for job seekers: “Microsoft Word Basics: Building Job Skills.” Word is used to create business documents, resumes, and cover letters. In this class, you will learn how to enter and edit text, apply formatting, and save fi les. Class sizes are limited, call to register at (952) 227-1500. Classes are 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 19 at the Chanhassen Library and Monday, Oct. 24 at the Waconia Library.

Presented by the Science Museum of Minnesota Computer Education Center, funded by MELSA (Metropolitan Library Service Agency). This class will be repeated in January and February.

Chanhassen Library Teen Book Club meets Nov. 3 and Dec. 1 at 3:30 p.m. Join us for lively discussion about great books ! Contact the library for more information and to register.

CSI at the Library. Teens, come and meet a Carver County Crime Scene tech and learn some of the tools and techniques used by police. Families will have a chance to test some of these techniques, and learn how crime techs would take these skills and apply them to a crime from 1901. Presented by Heidi Gould and a Crime Scene Tech from Carver County. For ages 11 and up. Event takes place Saturday, Oct. 15 at 2 p.m. at the Chanhassen Library.

There is a Writer’s Group meeting at the Chanhassen Library from 10 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Oct. 22. Lori Blatzheim will present “All things Blog.” Lori will share how to actually set up the blog, how to attract people to it, how often to prepare a post. What is the same/different about blog writing versus an article or book? We have members who have expressed interest in a blogging sub-group, so this month is for you.

The next Great Decisions Discussion is 1 p.m., Oct. 22 on the topic “Global Governance.”

International cooperation subjects political leaders to an ongoing test: balancing national needs with a commitment to building a durable

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Authors Lois Schulstad and Ruth Tremblay will discuss their new book, “Images of America: Carver County,” on Nov. 5 at the Norwood Young America Library.

How about an easy going, ver y friend ly k it t e n t o k e e p y o u company when you get home. Born in May 2011, kitten-active Sammy is a door greeter who will ankle rub and purr to welcome you home.

S a m my l i ke s b ei n g picked up, will jump into your lap when you sit, and enjoys brushing.

He is passive but playful with most cats and gentle children. Sammy, a brown tabby, has an orange tabby brother.

JULIEANN This friendly, little black and gray Chihuahua would like to be your car companion and go walking with you. She enjoys petting, scratching, and tolerates being picked up. She’ll meet you at the door and tag along as you go about the house. She is quiet, calm, and easy going.

JulieAnn ignores most cats and dogs in preference for people. After being a loyal 9-year-old companion the past folks didn’t care enough to check impound for her. Will you care?

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PARK AND RECREATION

SPECIAL EVENTS Park and Recreation Challenge — Gather your family and get out and enjoy the best of what Chanhassen and Minnesota has to offer. Visit and take a picture at the 26 parks listed the city of Chanhassen’s website before Friday, Oct. 21, and you and your family will win a great prize pack. Preregistration required $10 per family.

Kids to Kids Garage Sale — Friday Oct. 21, 9 a.m. – noon.

Kids will be selling their own items to other kids. This is a great way to find deals on slightly used clothing, games, books, toys, electronics, etc.

This event is free to the public.

For more information, call (952) 227-1400.

Halloween Party — Join us for trick-or-treating, live entertainment, carnival-style games, hayrides (outside, weather permitting), refreshments, and even a few optional scary areas. The program, designed for children ages 2 to 10, will be Saturday, Oct. 22, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Chanhassen Rec Center. $5 for participants, adults are free.

YOUTH PROGRAMS Rec Center Sports Teen Time — On Thursdays in September and October, kids in grades 7-12 have exclusive use of the Chan Rec Center gym!

We offer a safe and fun environment for teens to hang out after school. Play or watch a game of basketball, whiffle ball, floor hockey, soccer, or dodgeball; listen to music, or just chill

with friends after a long day of school. This program is on Thursdays, Sept. 8-Oct. 27 from 3-5 p.m. $1 with a Student ID KinderMusik: Wiggles & Giggles Party — Play instruments, singing, moving and exploring an uncovered engaging musical world while building confidence, self control and communication skills. The program, designed for children ages 18 months to 4 years while accompanied by an adult, will be on Wednesday, Oct. 19, from 9:45 – 10:30 a.m. at the Chanhassen Recreation Center. $10 Residents/$13 Non-Residents.

Abrakadoodle: More Star Wars Art Adventures — In this release day program we’ll draw more of our favorite Star Wars characters and explore more Clone inspired art work.

We’ll sculpt Skalder, draw the Orto Plutonia Landscape, read Star Wars books and lots more.

Dress for art, bring a beverage, nut free lunch and snack. The program, designed for children ages 6 to 11, will be on Thursday, Oct. 20, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Chanhassen Recreation Center. $65 Residents/$70 NonResidents.

Rec. Center Sports Preschool Basketball – This is an introductory class for preschool boys and girls. Each session will teach the basics of basketball through warm ups, practice time, and a games.

The prog ram, desig ned for children ages 4 to 6, will have two sessions on Tuesday and Wednesdays from Oct. 25 – Dec. 7 at the Chanhassen Recreation Center from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. $45 Residents/$53 Non-Residents.

After School Dodgeball — Dodge, dip, duck, dive and dodge! Participants will play several games per week with mixed age teams using soft foam balls. All participants will receive a Chanhassen

Rec., Center Sports T-shirt.

The prog ram, desig ned for children ages 7 to 11, will be on Tuesdays, Oct. 25 – Nov. 15 from 4 -5:15 p.m. at the Chanhassen Recreation Center. $21 Residents/$25 Non-Residents.

ers, Internet safety, basic fi rst aid, choking emergencies, and more! A book and snack are provided. Tuesday, Nov. 15, 5:15-7:45 p.m. $27 Residents/$30 Non-Residents

After School Volleyball — This fun program is designed to teach school age kids the basics of volleyball. We will provide skill development using drills, games and activities.

All participants will receive a Chanhassen Rec., Center Sports T-shirt. The program, designed for children ages 7 to 11, will be on Wednesday, Oct. 26 – Nov. 16 from 4 -5:15 p.m. at the Chanhassen Recreation Center. $21 Residents/$25 NonResidents.

Zumba — Zumba fuses hypnotic musical rhythms and tantalizing moves to create a dynamic workout that is fun and easy to do. The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat.

All levels welcome. The program will be on Wednesdays, Nov. 2 – Dec. 14 at 6:45 p.m. at the Chanhassen Recreation Center. $48 Residents/$56 NonResidents.

Grandparent & Me : Pumpkin Painting – We’ll craft pumpkins, make popcorn balls, and have cider to celebrate the season. The program, designed for children ages 3 to 8, will be on Friday, Oct. 28 from 10 - 11 a.m. at the Chanhassen Recreation Center. $6 Child or $18 family maximum B aby s it t i n g T r a i n i n g — The American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Certification is back in Chanhassen.

It will prepare youth to safely and responsibly care for children in the absence of parents or guardians. Students who pass the course will receive a Babysitter’s Handbook and certificate. This program is designed for students age 11-15.

The training will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12. $52 Residents/$57 Non-Residents Safe on My Own A Child’s Guide to Home Alone Safety — The American Red Cross has developed this course to teach 8-12 year olds how to be safe when at home alone. Skills taught include home safety skills, how to react to strang-

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Vinyasa Flow Yoga — Vinyasa flow yoga is a physically challenging yoga that builds muscle strength. Slow paced deep stretching allows you to increase flexibility. The program will be on Tuesdays, Nov. 1 – Dec. 20, at 7:15 – 8:30 p.m. at the Chanhassen Recreation Center. $84 Residents/$91 NonResidents.

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WELL VERSED ON BURSAE Over 150 of the fluid-fi lled sacs known as “bursae” cushion the movement between bones, tendons, and muscles near joints. As a result of repetitive movement, traumatic injury, or arthritis, the bursae may become inflamed, causing a painful condition known as “bursitis.”

The most common areas for bursitis to occur are the shoulders, elbows, knees, hips, heels (Achilles), and toes, which become tender and difficult to move. In cases of acute bursitis, the onset of pain is sudden; chronic bursitis manifests symptoms of paint and limited movement after exercise or strain.

Because bursitis will not show up on X-rays, a careful physical examination is needed to make a diagnosis, after which manipulation of the joint may help relieve pressure.

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IF YOU SMELL NATURAL GAS, LEAVE IMMEDIATELY If you smell natural gas, you should: 1. Leave immediately on foot! Do not use electric switches, telephones (including cell phones), start a car nearby or do anything else that could cause a spark.

2. Go to a safe location in a nearby home or building and call our Emergency Service/Gas Leak Hotline and dial 911 immediately. Never assume that someone else has reported the gas leak. Remember, CenterPoint Energy checks suspected gas leaks at no cost to you.

Is the pain of bursitis getting you down? We don’t use drugs or surgery to correct your situation; all of our methods are safe, gentle, and recommended for all ages. For the ultimate in chiropractic care, we invite you to call 952-746-8150 to schedule an appointment. Our concern is the total health of our patients. We want to help you naturally. We’re located at 7975 Stone Creek Dr., Suite 20, where we welcome difficult and unusual cases.

3. Never try to repair a gas leak yourself. Leave all repairs to a trained technician.

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P.S. While we are born with most of the bursae we have, some may form later in life in response to repeated pressure upon a joint.

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Bennett Nowak, of Boy Scout Troop 345, is helping to beautify Chanhassen parks through his Eagle Scout project. Earlier this month, Nowak organized more than 20 volunteers to do work at Roundhouse Park and Carver Beach Playground.

The project included sign installation and landscaping work at Carver Beach Playground.

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The Halloween legend of Stingy Jack Wendy

PETERSENBIORN MOMENT IN TIME

Halloween is fast approaching. I remember, as a child, going to my grandparents’ house and ringing the front door, then running to the back door to surprise them. The problem is that they met us at the backdoor. How do grandparents get so smart?

We played this trick every year. You would think at some point we could have caught them off guard.

Pumpkin carving and trickor-treating are customs that have been around for centuries. The legend of Stingy Jack seems to be universally credited as the origin of the Jack-o’-lantern. The legend originates in Ireland where turnips, potatoes and beets were used to carve into lanterns for practical use. The native pumpkin was and currently is used in the U.S. How these lanterns became part of Halloween is explained in the legend of Stingy Jack.

Stingy Jack was a cranky, dirty, miserly type fellow who liked to drink. If there was a way to get out of paying for something, he would fi nd it.

One day he was in a bar when the Devil walked in. Jack, as usual, thought hard about how to trick the Devil into buying him a drink. After much contemplation, Jack made a deal with the Devil. I f the Devil would buy him a drink, Jack would give the Devil his soul. To this, the Devil readily agreed.

B ei ng t he miserly sou l he was, Jack convinced the Devil to turn himself into a coin which Jack would use to pay for the drink. The Devil agreed and changed himself into a coin. Jack grabbed the coin and promptly put it in his pocket next to a silver cross.

This prevented the Devil from changing back into his original form. Eventually, Jack agreed to release the Devil if he would not claim his soul for 10 years.

Ten years passed and Jack met the Devil while walking down a dirt road. The Devil, recognizing Jack, attempted to collect the long promised soul.

Jack asked for one thing before he was taken away. He asked for an apple at the top of a tree. The Devil not seeing any reason

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE CARVER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

These Halloween costumes are the winners of the 1956 Halloween costume contest at the “WH School auditorium.” It’s unknown whether the school was in Waconia or Watertown.

Did you know?

I In 1584, after French explorer Jacques Cartier explored the St. Lawrence region of North America, he reported finding “gros melons.” The name was translated into English as “pompions,” which has since evolved into “pumpkin.”

I The world’s largest Jack O’ lantern was carved by Scott Cully from the then world’s largest pumpkin on Oct. 23, 2002, at the Topsfield Fair, Massachusetts. The pumpkin was grown by Charles Houghton and weighed 1,337 pounds, 9.5 ounces during the fair’s pumpkin weigh-off.

Source: www.albee.org/halloween/jackolantern.htm

Hell either.

Jack asked the Devil where he should go if neither Heaven nor Hell would take him. To this question the Devil replied, that Jack should go back to earth where he could roam the planet for eternity. The night was dark and Jack could not see. The Devil gave Jack a lump of coal to light the way. Jack placed the coal into a carved turnip and used this as his lantern to light the way.

The United States is a mixture of people and customs.

Ha l loween is no di f ferent.

Stingy Jack explains the origin of the Jack-o’-lantern, but Halloween, once called All Hallow’s Eve is also the day before All Saints Day. All Saints Day is cerebrated in many countries by paying

not to get the apple climbed the tree. Jack quickly took out a pocket knife and carved crosses into the tree, making it impossible for the Devil to get down. This time, Jack made the Devil agree to never take his soul before Jack would allow him out of the tree.

Several more years passed and Jack died. At Heaven’s pearly gates, God would not allow Jack to pass because of how Jack led his life on earth. Jack asked God where he should go and God said that maybe he might be better suited for the opposite direction.

Jack left Heaven feeling forlorn but having nowhere else to go, went to Hell to see if the Devil would let him in.

Keeping his previous promise, the Devil would not let Jack in

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE CARVER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Anna sent this postcard to Myrtle Sell in October 1910 with the note “Don’t get scared of a black cat when you seen one.”

respect to their dead, similar to our Memorial Day. The Day of the Dead is the designated day in Mexico on Nov. 1.

Wendy Peterson-Biorn is the executive director of the Carver County Historical Society. She can be reached at (952) 4424234.

Carver County Historical Society Location: 555 West First Street, Waconia Hours: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., M-F; 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday; Closed, Sunday Contact: (952) 442-4234 or historical@co.carver.mn.us More info: www.carvercountyhistoricalsociety.org

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Rosemary Herman, and her father, Ed Hjermstad attended the Chanhassen Historical Society’s September Fest while up visiting from Oklahoma.

Historical society hosts SeptemberFest Sunday September 18 turned out to have been the only rainy day of the whole month, but that did not dampen the spirits of members of the Chanhassen Historical Society who turned out for the second annual SeptemberFest, held at Lake Ann Park.

Members of CHS and their friends and families enjoyed an hour of socializing, storytelling, and photographs, with background music provided

by Mary Jane Klingelhutz on her concertina. Many people brought old photos to be scanned for historical society archives and Mary Borns made a request for more wedding photos taken inside Historic St. Hubert’s Church.

After a brief introduction of the new St. Hubert’s pastor, Father Rolf Tollefsen, the membership was treated to a delicious broasted chicken dinner with all the fi xings, catered

by Hillcrest Café and Catering of Norwood-Young America.

Also in attendance were Gayle Degler, Carver County commissioner, and Wendy PetersenBiorn of the Carver County Historical Society.

If you have a wedding photo taken inside Historic St. Hubert’s that you are willing to share, please contact Paula Atkins at (952) 934-0501

UPCOMING MONSTER MANIA — We will warm things up with lunch before we begin our Halloween program. We will learn about the classic monsters of the silver screen. Who needs the slick horror fi lms of today when we have Frankenstein, Dracula, Wolf-man and the like? Those were the days of the great monsters. Who could forget the actors that brought these monsters to life – Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, and Lon Chaney? Bela Lugosi was actually born in Transylvania, perhaps that is why he was such a perfect vampire! And by the time the make-up artists were done turning Boris Karloff into Frankenstein’s monster, he was so frightening that he had to be led around the set with a cloth over his head so he wouldn’t frighten other people. We’ll try to frighten with pictures, stories and trivia of the classic monsters of old.

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 19 Time: noon Cost: $10/11 non-residents Registration and payment deadline: Oct 13 GR AN DPA R ENT & ME PUMPKIN PAINTING — Get ready for Halloween with a morning of pumpkin fun. We’ll have cider, make popcorn balls and craft creative pumpkins together to celebrate the season.

Date: Friday, Oct. 28, 10 -11 a.m.

Ages: Children ages 3-8 & grandparents Location: Chanhassen Recreation Center Cost: $6/ per child max of $20 per family P ay me nt /r e g i s t r at io n deadline: Oct. 14 ENHANCE FITNESS —EnhanceFitness classes focus on stretching, flexibility, balance, low impact aerobics (seated if needed) for cardiovascular health, and strength training exercises. Classes will be at the Chanhassen Recreation Center starting Oct. 24.

Jeans Day is celebrated the last Friday of each month!

If your organization is interested in participating, please contact Jennifer Sorenson at 952-345-6477 or jsorenson@swpub.com

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Mystery tool. This tool was discovered in a Chanhassen attic. There was much discussion as to what this tool was used for. If you have an idea, contact the Chanhassen Historical Society.

SENIOR NEWS Information submitted by the Chanhassen Senior Center.

For information on any of the programs or activities call the Chanhassen Senior Center at (952) 227-1125.

Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity brings people together to create and preserve homeownership in our neighborhoods, to partner with hard-working, low-income families to be successful homeowners, and to inspire action that promotes affordable housing for everyone in our community.Twin Cities Habitat will serve more than 900 families this year by creating and preserving homeownership in the Twin Cities.We’re best known for our Homeownership program that builds and rehabs simple, quality homes in partnership with low-income families and the community.

We sell the homes with affordable, zero percent interest mortgages, making a 30-year commitment to each new homeowner and to the community in which they live. www.tchabitat.org

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Date: Oct 24-Jan. 18 Cost: $69 per session (UCare for Seniors members can attend at no charge, but must pre-register). Pre-registration is required. To register, fi ll out registration form or call the Chanhassen Recreation Center at (952) 227-1400. Online registration is not available. Information is available on the city website at www.ci.chanhassen. mn.us.

NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAY — The Carver County Sheriff’s Office is participating in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, scheduled for Oct. 29. Developed by the DEA, this event is meant to provide a process for people to safely dispose of their unused or unwanted prescription drugs. This program is open for people of all ages who want to dispose of prescription.

There will be a drop off site in Chanhassen: Where: Chanhassen Senior Center, 7700 Market Blvd.

When: Saturday, Oct. 29 Time: Between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

H A PPY H A N DS K N I TTING — The Happy Hands knitting group meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 10 a.m. to work on their projects for local charities and community organizations. Feel free to bring your own knitting project and come and socialize with the group.

Yarn donations are welcome.

We are accepting new or good quality skeins of yarn for our projects.

CROCKPOT CUISINE — Is your Crockpot tucked away in the back of the cupboard? Put it on the counter and discover the versatility of this amazing appliance. Everything you need to know about a slow cooker and how to prepare meats, entrees, sides anddesserts is covered. Save money and make meal preparation enjoyable. Cook a pot full and freeze some for another day. A sample-sized dessert prepared in a slow-cooker will be served.

No cooking will be done in class. The Crockpot Cuisine Cookbook with 150 recipes

adapted for crockery cooking is included in the tuition.

Date: Thursday, Oct 27 Time: 10 a.m.

Cost: $18 MEDICARE 2012 — This presentation will focus on the changes to Medicare in 2012, including the new Medicare Pt D open enrollment date change (Oct 15-Dec 6.) This program will also provide information on Health Care Reform and what this may mean to you in the future.

Date: Monday, Oct. 10 Time: 10 a.m.

Cost: Free, but call to reserve your spot.

ESTATE PLANN ING — Join Attorney Chuck Roulet and discover how to make sure your wishes are carried out exactly as you want. Even if you have an estate plan or living trust, new laws are often overlooked. The presentation will address differences between a will and living trust, planning for incapacity, federal and state estate taxes laws, long-term care planning and more.

Date: Oct. 24.

Time: 10 a.m.

Cost: Free, but please call to register.

CA RV ER COU N T Y SE NIOR EXPO — The Carver County Senior Expo is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 20, at Waconia High School. The Expo promotes the value of Carver County area services for older adults, caregivers, and anyone planning for retirement. The day begins at 9 am with speaker, Dr. Jennifer Olson, M.D. from the Park Nicollet Clinic Center for Senior Services, on “As the Years March on Getting the Most Out of Your Clinic Visit.” The day’s events will also include a variety of exhibits and resources, a delicious Pancake Brunch featuring Chris Cakes, free health screenings by local providers, door prizes and ending with entertainment by Sherwin Linton honoring Buddy Holly.

The cost for the event is $12 per person. Information and Registration for the event is available by calling Waconia Community Education at (952) 442-0615.

STATE OF MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 File Number: Date Filed: September 08, 2010 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required as a consumer protection, in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business.

1. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Eco-Indoor 2. State the address of the principal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box: 1001 Lake Lucy Road, Chanhassen, MN 55317 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary: Prairie West Companies, Ltd. – 1001 Lake Lucy Road, Chanhassen, MN 55317 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.

Signature: Bradley C. Johnson – President Bradley C. Johnson - Contact Person 952-401-1920 Date: 09-06-2010 (Published in the Chanhassen Villager on Thursday, October 13 and 20, 2011; No. 4562) 2011 CARVER COUNTY AGRICULTURE SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE The Carver County Agriculture Society will hold it Annual Meeting at the Administration Building on the fairgrounds in Waconia on: Thursday October 20 th , 2011 beginning at 7:30 PM Reports pertaining to the 2011 Carver County Fair will be presented by President, Curtis Wolter, Secretary Twyla Menth and Treasurer Bob Lano.

Directors terms expiring at this time are: Adrian Rademacher, Waconia, MN Cindy Dobratz, Chaska, MN Dan Hoese, Mayer, MN Meldon Melcher, NYA, MN Wally Rolf, NYA, MN Vernon Rosckes, Watertown, MN Ross Schneider, NYA, MN Seven directors to be elected to serve for three years 2012-2014. The public is invited to attend.

To vote, person must show membership cards.

Secretary, Twyla Menth (Published in the Chanhassen Villager on Thursday, October 6 and 13, 2011; No. 4556) CITY OF VICTORIA NOTICE OF HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT FOR THE 2010 STREET, DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Victoria will meet in the council chambers of the city hall at 6:30 p.m., or soon thereafter, on Monday, October 24, 2011, to consider, and possibly adopt, the proposed assessment against abutting property for the 2010 Street, Drainage, and Utility Improvements. Adoption by the council of the proposed assessment may occur at the hearing. The following are the areas proposed to be assessed: • Street reconstruction, total concrete curb and gutter placement, and storm sewer installation in the Auburn Neighborhood including Auburn Drive and Zinnia Lane, the amount to be specially assessed against your particular lot, piece, or parcel of land is $11,400.

• Extension of City Water service to the Auburn Neighborhood including Auburn Drive and Zinnia Lake, the amount to be specially assessed against your particular lot, piece or parcel of land is

$6,600.

• The water core fee of $2,000 shall be specially assessed against 2425 Auburn Drive.

Said assessments are proposed to be payable in equal annual installments extending over a period of 15 years, the first of the installments to be payable on or before the first Monday in January 2012, and will bear interest at the rate of 5.61 percent per annum from the date of adoption of the assessment resolution. To the first installment shall be added interest on the entire assessment from the date of the assessment resolution until December 31, 2011. To each subsequent installment when due shall be added interest for one year on all unpaid installments.

You may at any time prior to certification of the assessment to the county auditor, pay the entire assessment on such property, with interest accrued to the date of payment, to the City Clerk. No interest shall be charged if the entire assessment is paid 30 days from the adoption of this assessment. You may at any time thereafter, pay to the City Clerk the entire amount of the assessment remaining unpaid, with interest accrued to December 31 of the year in which such payment is made. Such payment must be made before November 13 or interest will be charged through December 31 of the succeeding year. If you decide not to prepay the assessment before the date given above the rate of interest that will apply is 5.61 percent per year.

The proposed assessment roll is on file for public inspection at the city clerk’s office. The total amount of the proposed assessments is $360,000. The City contribution for the project is $751,000. Written or oral objections will be considered at the meeting. No appeal may be taken as to the amount of an assessment unless a written objection signed by the affected property owner is filed with the municipal clerk prior to the assessment hearing or presented to the presiding officer at the hearing. The council may upon such notice consider any objection to the amount of a proposed individual assessment at an adjourned meeting upon such further notice to the affected property owners as it deems advisable.

An owner may appeal an assessment to district court pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 429.081 by serving notice of the appeal upon the Mayor or Clerk within 30 days after the adoption of the assessment and filing such notice with the district court within ten days after service upon the Mayor or Clerk.

The City Council is authorized in its discretion to defer the payment of an assessment for any homestead property owned by a person for whom it would be a hardship to make payment if the owner is 65 years of age or older and/or the owner is a person retired by virtue of a permanent and total disability or by a person who is a member of the Minnesota National Guard or other military reserves who is ordered into active military service, as defined in section 190.05 subdivision 5b or 5c, as stated in the person’s military orders, for whom it would be a hardship to make the payments. The owner must request a deferment of the assessment at or before the public hearing at which the assessment is adopted and make application on forms prescribed by the City Clerk within 30 days after the adoption.

Notwithstanding the standards and guidelines established by the City for determining a hardship, a deferment of an assessment may be obtained pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 435.193.

DATED: September 26, 2011

BY ORDER OF THE VICTORIA CITY COUNCIL MARY HERSHBERGER THUN, MAYOR (Published in the Chanhassen Villager on Thursday, October 6 and 13, 2011; No. 4557)

Rose Street.

The purpose of the public hearing is to review and possibly recommend approval of a request for a minor subdivision for Kyle and Katherine Korzenowski for property located at 5720 Marsh Lake Road, Chaska MN 55318 to be within the City of Victoria, Carver County, Minnesota.

All those interested are encouraged to attend or contact the City of Victoria offices at (952) 443-4210 for further information.

Date: September 27, 2011

BY ORDER OF THE VICTORIA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Holly J. Kreft, Community Development Director (Published in the Chanhassen Villager on Thursday, October 6 and 13, 2011; No. 4558)

CITY OF VICTORIA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO REVIEW A REQUEST FOR A MINOR SUBDIVISION FOR KYLE AND KATHERINE KORZENOWSKI FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 5720 MARSH LAKE ROAD CHASKA MINNESOTA 55318 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2011 6:30 P.M. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Victoria Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter in the City Council Chambers located at 7951

The Public Notice deadline for the Chanhassen Villager is at 4 p.m. Thursday for the following week's issue.

CITY OF CHANHASSEN CARVER AND HENNEPIN COUNTIES, MINNESOTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REQUEST FOR AN OFF-SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE SKYWAY WINE & SPIRITS, LLC DBA WINE & SPIRTS AT 7 & 41 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Chanhassen City Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, October 24, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 7700 Market Boulevard, to consider issuing an off-sale intoxicating liquor license to Skyway Wine & Spirits, LLC dba Wine & Spirits at 7 & 41.

The address of the proposed store is 2401 Highway 7.

All interested persons may appear and express their opinions regarding this application at said time and place. Chanhassen City Code requires that all property owners within 500 feet of the site be notified in writing. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact City Hall.

Karen J. Engelhardt Office Manager Phone: 952-227-1104 (Published in the Chanhassen Villager on Thursday, October 13, 2011; No. 4563) PUBLIC NOTICE OF RILEY PURGATORY BLUFF CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: CLERICAL SERVICES Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 103B.227, Subd. 5, the Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District is soliciting proposals for clerical services for 2011 through 2013 to prepare minutes of regular and special meetings. Written proposals (five copies) should include background and profile information on the firm, along with the specific information as to expertise in watershed district matters, hourly billing rates for 2011-2013, and names and qualifications of personnel. In addition to the preceding information, please attach a brief document outlining a vision for this position in the next two years. Proposals should be sent to: Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District c/o Krebsbach and Haik, Ltd. Attn: Coordinator 100 South Fifth Street, Suite 1900 Minneapolis, MN 55402 Proposals must be submitted by November 30, 2011.

The Board of Managers will review proposals, reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, and otherwise take such action it deems in the best interest of the Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District.

For further information about Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District, contact Coordinator at (612) 333-7400 or visit: http://www. rileywd.org.

(Published in the Chanhassen Villager on Thursday, October 13 and 20, 2011; No. 4564)

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10-15 hrs week. Victoria, Bookkeeper, experienced in Peachtree, AR, AP, GL, Sales tax, Payroll tax. Dave 612-7019482

Software Support Specialist. Assist/Train customers in the use of our software product. ERP/ manufacturing software.

Experience in Accounting helpful. Analytical skills needed. Precise Softwarewww.precisesoftware.net Salary based on experience. Vacation/ health benefits. Send resume to: tomp@precisesoftware.net

SWING DRIVER Looking for driver with experience that is energetic, has a good attendance record, great attitude and clean driving record with CDL license. $14/ hour+ benefits. Apply at: 5980 Credit River Rd., Prior Lake, MN. 952-2266441.

Busy office seeking an energetic, cheerful, self motivated, receptionist, front desk position. Dental experience preferred.

Gentle Dental Care 136 W Main St. New Prague 952-758-3003 Immediate PT Openings Excellent Pay Flexible FT/PT Customer sales/svc No exp needed will train All ages 17+ Conditions apply Call Now: 952-746-8999 Need young female to mentor female teen. 4 hours per week. 952448-5761

Summit Place Senior Campus in Eden Prairie is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician. Job includes completing work orders and unit turnovers, as well as performing preventative maintenance tasks. Qualifications include minimum of a high school diploma, some training in mechanical, electrical, and/or related fields, and at least 2 years experience in a maintenance capacity.

Ideal candidate will have working knowledge of building systems. Excellent benefits. To apply, please send your resume to Terry Riley, 8501 Flying Cloud Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 or email it to triley@summitplacecampus.com.

Reimbursed Senior Volunteer Position: Senior Corps is seeking volunteers 55+ yrs willing to help others as friendly visitors in their homes & with outings to the community. Tax-free stipend, mileage reimbursement and other benefits. Contact 651310-9447. kate.neuhaus@lssmn.org www.mnseniorcorps.org Snow Removal We want you! Sub-contractors & operators of our own equipment.

Plow operators, Bobcat operators, Shovelers and Snowblowers. We pay for exp., quick cash, paid immed.

Flex. hours. Could lead to FT. 952-393-PLOW (7569) MoveSnowNow@ gmail.com

NOW HIRING SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR No experience Necessary will train Starting wage $13.25 per hour DOE No DUI's, must have Class D license at least 3 years And be 21 years of age

MTU Onsite Energy, a leading manufacturer of power generation systems located in Mankato, MN, has the following open position: Field Service Technician II - Perform preventative maintenance, start-ups, and repairs on generators; including automatic transfer switches, diesel, and gaseous engines. Promote safe and efficient operation of duties. Travel required.

MTU Onsite Energy offers a dynamic work environment, competitive wages and outstanding employee benefits.

For more information about this opening and others please visit us at www.mtuonsiteenergy.com to explore opportunities in our organization.

EOE

Weekend Shift Supervisor Primary responsibilities include directing and leading the workforce, training employees, coordinating workflow through the areas, maintaining safe and efficient operations and promoting a positive work environment. Other responsibilities include improving daily operations using lean manufacturing tools and supervisory skills. The ideal candidate must have a high school education or equivalent and 5+ years of manufacturing supervisory experience. Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal skills and also enjoy working with people and tackling issues which arise in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment. Previous experience in manufacturing assembly and knowledge of Microsoft Office are required. The ideal candidate must exhibit the ability to problem solve with the manufacturing team and serve as the primary leadership for the weekend shift.

Part-Time

Positive Connections 460 N Hickory Street Chaska, MN 55318 952-361-0899

PCA for youngman 49:30PM 2 or 3 evenings/wk &/or Sat 8AM-3PM private home near St Patrick. Email questions/interest &/or resume to: PCA2care4one @yahoo.com Personal support person for a DD adult, PT. CNA, CPR, 1st aid, reliable vehicle required. $14/hr. 612-619-8797.

South Metro Lawn Service seeking individual to fill lawn crew/snowplow operator positions.

Experience required.

Must have good driving record. Pay DOQ 952445-4336

Social Services

In-Home Counselor Make your work matter!

Work 1:1 with a young man in Chaska with DD. Work on goals, comm. activities. MonFri 2:30-8:30 (can be split between 2 people), e/o wknd-6 hrs.

Call Cassie 763-450-5003 StarTribune Newspaper Carrier Needed immediately Shakopee & rural Waconia Weekend routes.

For further information see our website at; www.Chaskadelivery.com

The Chamber of Commerce is seeking a part time office person. If you have a drive for your community this may be a great opportunity for you!

Strong computer and organizational skills a must.

Send resume: info@jordan chamber.org

We are growing – come join us during this exciting time! Ridgeview Medical Center is an independent, regional health care network serving the west-metro area. Its network includes the Waconia-based acute care hospital, a multitude of primary and specialty care clinics, emergency services and specialty programs.

Float RN

New location opening at Highway 7 & 41 in Shorewood early November.

SHIFT SUPERVISORS: Food service and cash handling experience required MORNING PREP/SLICER: Responsible for slicing veggies, meats and cheese DELIVERY DRIVERS: Paid per delivery and keep all personal tips earned COUNTER PERSONS/ SANDWICH MAKERS: Food service or customer service experience preferred PT and FT positions available. Fast-paced, fun environment. Competitive compensation, plus tips.

Apply in person at our Eden Prairie location: 16534 W 78th Street, Hwy 5 and Eden Prairie Rd Near Kowalski's Market 952-224-2440 **Do not call or apply between 11am and 2pm** Train at the Eden Prairie location then transfer to our new Shorewood location or work at our EP location in place of one of our transferring employees

Weekend Shift Welders Primary job responsibilities will include performing complex and critical welding operations on various metals using TIG, MIG, Flux-core, and Sub-arc Welding. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or GED. Vocational welding program certificate or equivalent welding experience is desired. Candidates must also have the ability to read and interpret drawings and weld symbols.

Chart's fast track to a rewarding career includes a competitive compensation and benefits program. If you are interested in the challenge please apply in person. Call or send your resume and/or application to:

Chart Inc. 407 7th Street NW, New Prague, MN 56071 (952) 758-4484 EOE

48 hours per pay period (bi-weekly) First & Second Shifts We are expanding the RN Float pool and have several positions available in our hospital in Waconia.

Candidates must have a minimum of 1-3 years medical surgical experience; ortho surgical and/or telemetry experience is helpful though not required. Candidates must also have a current professional nurse licensure in Minnesota or if licensed in another state, a permit from the Minnesota Board of Nursing while the license application is in process. Current CPR certification is also required or must be obtained as soon as possible after hire.

To learn more about and apply for the Float RN position or other employment opportunities at Ridgeview Medical Center and its network of clinics, please visit our website at www.ridgeviewmedical.org.

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LANDSCAPING

MOVING/STORAGE

ODD JOBS

#1 Schieber Outdoor Services LawncareLandscaping. Commercial Residential. Senior Discount. Joe: 952-2924445

MOVING?

NEED HANDYMAN? Little Job Expert!

For all the odd jobs needing Attention!!!

Painting: • Interior & Exterior Finish Carpentry: • Basements • Bathrooms • Ceramic Tile • Sheet Rock & Taping Dennis 952-334-1755 952-445-9034

612-275-2574.

AJ's Tree & Lawn Service LLC. Trimming & removal. Licensed, insured.

952-445-1812 Paul Bunyan Tree Service. Tree Removal and Trimming. www.paulbunyantree serviceinc.com AA Tree Removal/ trimming/ firewood/ brush hauling, stump grinding.

Steve, 952-445-5239 Hunter Lawn Service.

Fall clean-ups, Aeration Tree, Shrub trimming, 952-451-9275 Kerchner Outdoors Now offering snow removal and yard services, including fall clean up. Serving the Lakeville, Savage, Prior Lake, and Shakopee area. Call today for a free estimate. 612-3859010 Dependable, on time. Flexible & efficient!

You Call - We Haul

Completely Enclosed Truck Very Reasonable Rates

952-758-2552 We Haul Moving New Prague

ODD JOBS Quality Remodeling and Home Repairs A Minnesota Greenstar Qualified contractor

References, Lic & Ins Mn Lic. 20632058 Kevin Hayes

(612)867-8287

PLASTER/DRYWALL

Ext/Int Paint/ Stain ~Carpentry/ Repair~

ROOFING

KREUSER ROOFING, INC.

*A and K PAINTING* Schedule your Fall painting now!

ROOFING

952-492-3842 952-412-4718(cell)

952-448-3761 No wall too small

Free Estimates Ins/ Bonded

952-474-6258 Major credit cards accepted

Storm damage repairs Defective shingle claims Family owned & operated Thousands of satisfied customers Professional and Courteous Lic# 20632183

Why Wait Roofing LLC Offering best extended manufacturers warranty!

Tear-offs, Re-roofs, Siding & Gutters, New Construction Insurance Specialist Over 18 years experience FREE ESTIMATES Rodney Oldenburg Cell # 612-210-5267 952-443-9957 Lic. ID-20156835

Best Drywall LLC Bruce Mackenthun Does It All! WindowDoor- Deck specialist!

Professional services.

952-270-9166.

Lic #20452534 Ins. www.brucedoesitall.com

Ken's HANDYMAN SERVICE Repairs, Installations & Home Improvements. Call Ken: 952-445-1836

kevin@hmwhome.com www.hmwhome.com

Handyman Ser vices PROFESSIONAL, PROMPT, COURTEOUS SERVICE 28 YEARS OF TRADE EXPERIENCE Bob Wagner (952) 686-4833 www.bobshandymanservices.com for available services and rates. Fully Insured LOW HOURLY RATES, TELL ME WHAT YOU CAN AFFORD AND WE WILL MAKE A DEAL!

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PAINT/WALLPAPER

Visa, Discover Mastercard, Amex accepted

S.R. PAINTING: 18 yrs. exp. Insured.

Commercial/Residential.

Interior/Exterior.

Wood finishing, Enameling, Custom Texturing, Water Damage, Wallpaper Removal.

Deck Refinishing.

Quality conscious perfectionist!

Estimates/Consultation

Steve Ries, 612-481-8529 “Bill's Painting” Exterior/ Interior/ Decks. 29 yrs/ guaranteed work.

10% scheduling discount.

952-448-6633/ 952-220-1090 Breimhorst Painting. Interior/ Exterior. Insured.

Albie: 952-261-2234 MJ Painting Interior/ Exterior painting & staining. 952-445-2904 Marvin Jeurissen

Let us know how we can earn your business.

(952)873-6078 Roofing Windows OSiding ORemodeling O O

Locally Owned & Operated Licensed & Insured #20631439

Regal Enterprises, Inc. Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Insurance work. Since 1980. regalenterprisesinc.net 952-201-4817

Serving SW Metro 18 yrs. Small crew/no subs/ painting. New Const/ Basements/ Repair.

BBB Reg/Ins/Free Est. All work guaranteed Mic 612-685-0476

UPHOLSTERY

bestdrywallminnesota.com

Discounted fabrics... drapes, bedspreads, residential/ commercial.

38 years' experience.

952-447-4655

PLUMBING/SEPTIC Father/ son plumbing company.

Licensed, bonded, insured. Working for you! R&D Plumbing952-237-0115

WINDOWS •Roofing •Siding •Windows

Plumbing, heating, remodel and repair, new construction. 952-4922440

952-882-8888 Call today for your Free Inspection!

Family Owned & Operated www.capstonebros.com

Lic# 20609967

EGRESS WINDOW & WELLS Free Estimates

952-492-3160

ROOFING 651-480-3400 sundanceexteriors.com Family owned since 1979

Quality Interior Painting.

Reliable, Professional, Experienced.

952-334-0977 Jerry Fehn

ROOFING

Free wind & hail damage inspections...

We can handle all of your insurance claims.

Roofing, Siding, Windows & all home improvement needs. We do it all!

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Part-Time

Treat America Food Services is seeking a PT Line Cook for our Minnetonka, MN location.

Days Mon-Fri 7am-1pm Cook must have professional cooking experience. Diploma/GED required. Able to stand on feet and offer exceptional customer service. Go to: www.treatamerica.com to view job requirements and apply!

EOE

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Boats/Motors

Campers Travel Trailers

Campers Travel Trailers

Motorcycles

Motorcycles

$$ Paid for Junkers/ Repairables FREE TOW. Immediate pickup.

Serving Carver/ Scott counties.

952-220-TOWS, 24/7 1992 Vibo 21' Hexagon pontoon. Low hrs. 2 motors. '96 Merc 90HP + 9.9. Marine radio. Trailer. Clean. $8,500. 612720-2262

1991 Fleetwood Southwind Motorhome, Class A, 33ft. Only 38k miles!

Smooth runner, fully loaded, sleeps 6, hydraulic leveler, $10,500, 612-669-4172

2001 Camper, 32', 5th wheel 2 slideouts, golfcart, shed $14,500. Excellent condition.

Parked on beautiful wooded lot in Zumbrota, 612-720-8683/ 612-5990184

1994 Harley Heritage Softtail, 26300k, all service records avail, extra set of pipes. $7500. Call Mike @ 612-309-6737

2005 black Yamaha R6, 6,000 miles. Yoshimurd customized exhaust.

With OEM cover & tank bra. $5,500. 952-3610142

KDS Cleaning Inc.

1998, Bayliner Capri Fish & Ski boat, 19 ft.

135HP. Inboard, stored inside. Excellent condition $6900. 952-4126417 1996 Itasca Suncruiser Motorhome. Class A, 39'. Excellent condition, shedded at all times/ winterized.

Loaded!

29,300 actual miles. $35,000/BO. 507-6656019

Fax resume: 952-943-0983 or email resume: kjroehl@comcast.net

Seasonal Positions PT Seasonal snow plow operator, experienced with snow removal and operation of John Deere equipment. Will train the right person. Reliable transportation and self starter. Call 763-4288560, or fax resume to 763-428-8750

TRANSPORTATION All-Terrain Vehicles

2001, 17ft. Starcraft, 90HP, Mercury. Excellent condition. $9,000 952-890-2630

2002 Larson 19' FishNSki, SEI 190, 135 HP Outboard, stored indoors. $11,900.00 or BO, NADA guide suggested $13,945.00, Jon 612-730-8116

2004 41' SportsCoach Elite. Fully equipped.

23,000K. Well-maintained.

3 slides. $100,000. 952-797-6264

2007 27' Colorardo RL 5th Wheel, 2 Slide $29,500 or best offer.

507-934-4834 M-F after 5:30

1998 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 36' motorhome, great condition, sleeps 6, 60,000 miles, $31,900 or best offer. Call Gary at 952492-1129.

EZ-GO Gas Golf Cart with Rear Seat. White with White Top and Seats. $2195. 952-2390446

2000 Harley Davidson 883 Sportster, wife's bike, never rode, must go. 1300 miles, Lots, lots of extras, mint! $7000. 952-890-0905

2003 Harley Softtail Deuce Anniversary model.

5500 miles. $13,000. 952-447-4280

2005 Kawasaki 1600 Vulcan Classic with Vance & Hines pipes.

New tires. 10,895 miles.

Mint condition. $5900 Call (952) 934-7358

Honda style 2007 JMST 250cc Scooter.

1329 miles, original owner, 80 mpg, 4 stroke 2 passenger, $2900.00, call Ray 952-402-9110

Sporting Goods 27' 2007 Palomino Thoroughbred, 1 slide out, triple bunk, queen bed sleeps 7-8. $15,500.

Call Mitch 612-325-7365

2004 Harley FXST Softail 24,000 miles. Extras too much to list. Call for details.

REDUCED! $8,300. 952-836-6773

CASH$$ We buy guns SPORTS STOP Shakopee 952-445-5282

$$ Wanted $$ JUNK CARS Viking Auto Salvage 651-460-6166

Storage/Vehicles Boats, campers, cars, etc. Inside $8/ft. Outside $5/ft. per season. 25 minutes west of Chaska. 320-238-2315

HOUSECLEANERS $11-$13/hour 15-25 hrs/week, days Flexible schedule, no office reporting required.

SW metro area. Car req’d.

Cars

Sporting Goods

Indoor Storage: Boats, RV's, etc. $11/ ft. per season. 612-859-1248 Inside storage at Scott County Fairgrounds.

612-919-1076

1963 Buick Custom Convertible. V6 A/T. Completely rebuilt 3000 miles ago.

New white/top, brakes. Excellent condition some minor restoration needed. $5000. 605-2127283

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1994 Polaris 400L ATV, with chains. Runs good. $700. 612-991-2420

2006 Crestliner Lsi Angler 2285. Lots of extras. 60 HP Mercury 4 stroke and dual axle trailer. 763-360-6251

Estate Sales

Chaska Sales

Victoria Sales

Estate Sale Saturday 10/15 8am-6pm. Tools & equipment, hand tools, table saws, ladders, generators, yard tools, snowblower, lawnmower, prints. 501 Oak St N Carver

Annual Bazaar, 10/15, 9am-3pm.

Crafts, Grannie's Attic. Furniture, HH. Lunch served for $3. Waybury Apts., 110340 Geske Rd.

After Move Sale- WedThurs-Fri, 10/12-13-14, 9am-4pm. Clothes, mirrors, light fixtures, kids bikes, much more! 2497 Marsh Point

Jordan Sales

Belle Plaine Sales

Moving Sale- Fri-Sat. 10/14-15, 10am-4pm.

Furniture, HH, items.

Everything must go! 304 W. 2nd St.

Moving Sale! Fri-Sat. 10/14-15, 8am-5pm.

Furniture, tools, HH goods, piano, TVs, small appliances, dishes, clothes, books, pingpong table, much misc.

8630 S. Fairway Pt. 952-443-2323

Oct 12-23 94 Starcraft, 17ft. Aluminum. Walleye, Bass ½ Console 75hp.

Mariner & 8hp. Kicker. $6500. 612-554-6725 or bsehlers3242@gmail.com

1973 14' Alumacraft boat/ trailer, 15 HP Johnson motor. Needs carb work. Trolling motor/ battery, steering console. $1,125/BO. 952-448-3128 Roll out 40' aluminum, cedar dock. $2500. 952448-2953

Boutique/Craft Sale

Candleberry on the Lakes

Polaris Xplorer 300 4X4 1999 with plow, gun rack, tote box. Starts and runs great. Gently used. $2400 952-3888456

Boats/Motors

GARAGE SALES AUCTIONS

Hydro Stream Vegas.

20'. 200 HP+++. Complete restoration. 5 passenger. A real head turner! $8,900 or all trades welcome. 952215-5421

Huge Moving Sale Thursday 10/20- Saturday 10/22. 8am-5pm.

Furniture, tools, HH goods & misc. 511 Haralson Dr. Behind Emma Krumbees

Weekdays: 9am-8:30pm Weekends: 9am-5pm Hughes Pavillion Building 7499 France Ave. S. Edina (Between Chuck E. Cheese & Q.Cumbers ~ lower level) Over 100 artists Home Decor • Gifts • Antiques

Chanhassen Sales Sat. Oct. 15 9am-5pm.

9430 Foxford Rd, Chan, Lake Riley Woods, HUGE moving sale. Furniture - bedroom, dining, familyroom, tools, garden, kitchen, HH, nic nacs, X-mas, LOTS

Classifieds 952-345-3003

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Shakopee Sales Huge Sale Thursday 10/13- Friday 10/14. 95pm. Boy, girl clothing, toys, linens, books, misc. 940 Rosewood Circle, off Marytowns Rd.

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Trucks

Trucks

Sport Util Vehicles For all of your Classified

1968 T-Bird, 429 automatic, new gas tank, tires, fuel pump, sending unit, brakes. Runs. Needs Restoration.

Asking $1500. 952-448-2015

1972 rare triple black 'Cuda, with high compression 340 HP. 727 slapstick tranny. Posirearend, PS, bucket seats, Recession reduced!! $42,500. 612804-4074

1976 Chevy Nova hatchback, 305 AT, new tires & exhaust. Runs/ drives great, fun car to drive! $3,000/BO. 952447-8169

1976 Classic Cadillac Convertible.

Low mileage. 8 cyl. 440 engine. Complete facts available by calling.

559-435-3751

1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cierra, silver edition.

Loaded!

Only 109,000K miles. V-6, 4 door, $1,100/BO. 952426-5657

1989 Volvo 240DL. 118K, AT, CD, New tires, battery, tabs, and more. 4 cyl, price reduced to sell, $1,900.

952-440-2469

1998 Dodge Stratus, 6 cyl, AT. 156K. $1,500.

952-445-6173

2000 Jaguar XJR. Well maintained. $9700 Silver and black interior, 83,000 miles. Call 612655-6680

2003 Jetta TDI 5-Speed manual. Up to 57/mpg hwy. 125,000 plus miles 1 owner. Excellent condition $7300. 612-8400884

2006 Chrysler Sebring, well-maintained and no longer needed. $9,000 cash. Call for all the details. 952-233-3322

2009 Chev Cobalt LT. Purchased/ driven locally, like brand new, 21,000K. Black, Spoiler, PW, PL, Cruise, CD, non-smoker, more! $12,900. 952-215-5421

Pontiac Grand Prix 1980 301 Engine, 4.9 Liter, 4 Barrel Overhead, New Fuel Pump, Alternator, Battery Heater, 129500K, $2100. 612418-5159

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1964 Chevy C20, 350 engine, 350 auto tranny, every bolt, nut, part replaced, or sandblasted and painted. 8K. REDUCED- $12,500. 952913-7808

2000 Chev ¾-ton ext. cab 4x4. Burgundy/silver, newer Boss V-plow.

Rarely used.

140K. 6.0L. Excellent condition, all records. $15,500/BO. 612-8683768

2004 Chevy Silverado Z71 Ext. Cab. 77,XXX perfect cond. Loaded, leather, Bose, 6Disc, Topper and many xtras. $15,700 B/O 612-2030804

Jeep Wrangler 1990 5spd. manual.

Black w/gray interior. AM/FM radio. Well maintained.

170,000 Runs great! $2500 612-799-5024

Classified Advertsing works...... Call: 952-345-3003

1999 Ford Expedition XLT, $3900 1 owner, 153K miles, 8 passenger, 4.6L, 2WD, tan leather, towing package, 5 disc 952-3887706

2002 Ford Expedition, original owner, 4.6 liter, A/C, 6CD, third row seat, no accidents, runs, looks very good. $5,700. 952-270-8292

Vans

2000 Ford Windstar LX 7 Passenger Van, 133,349 Miles. $1,800.

6 Cyl Engine, Automatic Runs and drives great.

Craig 952-368-9689

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October 13, 2011 | Page 25

Only the tough need apply Area senior fights fires at summer job

BY DAVID SCHUELLER dschueller@swpub.com

The fi refighters worked fast with chainsaws. If they didn’t, fire could get out in front of their crew of about a dozen, putting them in danger.

Among them was Mike Riker, an 18-year-old Jordan High School footba l l player and wrestler chosen to be part of the North Star Fire Crew in Alaska. Riker started out in the Chaska Fire Explorer Post 300 when he was 15.

The crew often spent two to three weeks at a time in the Alaskan wilderness after flying into isolation to work 16- to 20-hour shifts cutting wide swaths through the forest to rob a blaze of the fuel to rage on.

Firefighters subsisted mostly on military-style ready-toeat meals, carrying 50-pound packs, striking camp around 3 miles from their saw lines.

“Sometime’s the nearest road’s 100 miles away,” Riker said.

On ly t he physica l ly and mentally tough can make it and thrive in such a crew, where members deal with what Riker called “long hours, little sleep and crappy food.” Some fi refighters “broke” and had to be taken back to civilization.

“They’d get sent back,” he said.

Not Riker. This was pretty close to his dream job.

He took a teenager’s sense of invincibility to Alaska in midMay and returned from the largest state in the U.S. feeling somewhat more fi nite.

“You defi nitely take a whole new perspective on the value of life,” Riker said.

They saw bears in their camp, and had to leave quickly on more than one occasion because of approaching fi re.

“Got run out of camp a few times by fi re,” Riker said.

More recently, he’s been wishing he was with fellow crew members who were shipped to fi ght massive wildfires in Texas. He’s watched reports of fi re spreading in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) in northern Minnesota. “Hotshot” fi re crews were mobilized from other states to fi ght the BWCA fi re.

The North Star Fire Crew serves as a recruitment tool for Alaska Fire Service Hotshot crews. Riker hopes to join such a crew in the future, and even become a smokejumper, a fi refi ghter who jumps into remote areas by parachute to contain fi res as a fi rst response.

He’s been sitting in a high school desk itching to get back to a fi re crew. “It’s fun work.

You’re out with a g roup of guys,” he said.

There was one woman on his crew who entered the Alaska Iditarod sled dog race. There were a handful of men from western states and a few from Arizona and A laska. Some were ex-military members.

Riker said his crew only took 28 out of about 800 applicants, who are then winnowed down to 16. They had to pass a series of physical tests and had to post stats like running 1-1/2 miles in around 10 minutes, doing 12 pull-ups, and walking 3 miles in less than 45 minutes while carrying a 4 5 -pound pack, he said.

Once aboard, they would get dispatched to fi res and have two hours to ready their gear, before getting on a plane, then a helicopter, to fly to a fi re.

Last year, Alaska had about 380 fi res of an acre or larger in size, but only seven large fi res of more than 1,000 acres, Riker said. There can be hundreds of people fi ghting a single fi re, in crews spread out in the wilderness.

Like the recent blaze in the BWCA, they’re typically caused by lightning strikes.

Out in the forest, 90 percent of the work was cutting saw lines to remove fuel from the fire. They’d also light controlled burns to remove fuel from an area. In their downtime, they worked on volunteer public service projects like building trails.

Riker’s mom, Deanna Riker of New Prague, said she and his dad, Mike, followed a website that showed where the crews were, and if anyone had come back with injuries.

“We were lucky we could follow the website to see where he was placed,” she said.

Although the job has inherent dangers, Deanna said it was too great an opportunity

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No computer, no cell phone, 16- to 20-hour days of manual labor in smoke, wind, rain and heat. Jordan High School senior Mike Riker found his calling. for her son to pass up.

“There’s not that many people in life that get their dream.

He got his dream,” Deanna said.

Her son had long been interested in fi re and emergency response. He started out with the Chaska Fire Explorer Post.

He also got to see his sister and dad’s experience working with North Memorial Medical Center ambulance.

Riker also has a solid career path plotted once he graduates, and got a strong recommendation from his crew boss, which he said almost guarantees him advancement as a wildland fi refi ghter.

Now, he’s spending more time sitting than he did all summer. “At school, it kind of sucks having to sit in a desk all day,” Riker said.

In the desk, however, he has a couple commodities that can be difficult to fi nd for high school students – a career plan and confidence to carry it out, and in his case, to continue work in the woods.

“The motto is being sel f sufficient, self dependent,” Riker said.

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This controlled burn was performed by Mike Riker’s North Star Fire Crew in Alaska.

Many of the firefighters in the crew advance to Hotshot crews, like those deployed last week to fight a northern Minnesota wildfire.

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952-447-4961 1972(?) SnowJet snowmobile. $100/ BO. 612991-2420 2 chairs, type for enclosed porch, $100.

952-448-5354 2 new barstools. $50. for both, like new. 952448-4583 2, caramel brown leather recliners. Good condition, $230. 952440-2142 3 sets 35 minature Christmas lights, multicolor, new $8. 952-4474961 4, Firestone Destination P265/16R tires, like new, $200. 952-4923048 8 Lennox demitasse cups and saucers, mint. $75. 952-443-0186 Air cleaner, Honeywell Envirocare, portable, hepa. Excellent condition $75. 952-975-0532 Aluminum 24' extension ladder. Type III 200lb rating. $85. 952-4483699 Antique rocking chair, has padded seat, $125.

952-934-4693 Appliance, Cusinart Ice cream maker, $20. 952220-7645 Armoire, wood floor mirror, matching bench, night stand, $100. 952440-5720 Auto body subframe straightener. $50. 952938-4016 Bar stool set. 6 stained, varnished, wooden stools, $50. 612-9619271 Barstools, Ethan Allen.

27” swivel, with armrest $70./both 952-937-7504 Basketball hoop, full size free standing $35.

952-440-5352

Bauer Jr S hockey breezers.

Like new. $20. 952-443-4693 Bed set, headboard, lights, cabinets/drawers Oak wood. $245. 952937-7504 Cable Nelson upright piano, good condition, beautiful sound, free.

952-975-0233 Cat, fixed, friendly, free Available weekend showing 952-846-9853 Cat, free, 952-466-5679 Compaq Deskpro PC/win 98 cd-drive, mouse, keyboard, $105.

612-207-6411 Computer table, 46”x 29” excellent condition. $30. 952-994-1933 Costume, little red riding hood.

Large tween e/condition, $10. 952405-8787 Countertop sink cut out.

L/shaped 4'9 1/2"x12'10 1/2". $50. 952-518-2431 Craftsman 26.5"wide 5 drawer tool cabinet. $80. 952-240-1025 Darling pail with moose design house, cabin $15. 952-443-0186 Desk with raised center shelf. Maple veneer. $150. 952-465-2814 Desk, secretary style, solid oak, light, like new, $225. 952-492-7824 Desk, student antique metal, school type, $30. or bo, 952-941-2060 Dishwasher portable, hookup to sink, works great, $80. Diane 952447-1855 Dishwasher, Whirlpoolwhite, mint condition, $150. 952-649-7936 Dog kennel chain link fencing for outdoors. $175. 952-465-2814 Dog kennel, portable, folding, 16 sq. ft. $44.

952-994-5505 Drafting table, adjustable tilt, folds, 3' $33. 952-873-2501

DVD collection, 10 used great movies for $35.

952-500-1413 Entertainment center, dark oak, mission style. $250. 952-443-3693 Entertainment center, oak, holds 36" TV, excellent condition, $50.

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1/2hp w/remote. $70.

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Matrox dual head computer cable, dc adapter, power/cable $75. 952994-3809 Mattress & springs, Sterns & Foster, king size, $50. 952-679-4799

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Pottery Barn sleeper couch. $150. 952-4407902

Oak table with 4 chairs.

Great condition. $75.

952-334-9602 Oak, tv armoire $100.

612-804-2568 Organ Hammond Upright. $50. or best offer Call 952-447-6254 Pedestal sink, white, brand new in box. $20.

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Printer HP officejet 6110xi copy, print, fax, scan, free. 612-9644766 PS2 console, wireless controllers, games, Guitar Hero. $50. 612-9651773 Refrigerator for sale, great for garage, Almond color, $125.

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This Little Piggie Went To Market.... and ran all over town looking for the best prices....

The Classifieds

Shimano 2 bearing Cso100 baitcaster reel. $30.

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This Little Piggie Stayed Home.... and first read The Classifieds, where he found the best deals in town...without all that running around.

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Three Qs W h i le t he bi g pink ribbon at the main entrance of the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres is an attention getter, the CDT is quietly honoring five members of their own theater Betty family—five womEliason en who are breast cancer survivors. A poster in the theater lobby shows individual photos of the women: Betty Eliason, Sandy Sharratt, Susan Goeppinger, T a m ie C a mpb el l , and Tinia Moulder.

T h ey ’r e we a r i n g Sandy sassy pink feather Sharratt boas, t riu mpha nt in their fight to beat cancer. “ We wa nt e d to honor ou r su r v ivors in the CDT family,” Kris Howland, director of public relations said. “We wanted to lift them Susan up and also recogGoeppinger nize them to our own employees to let everyone here know that breast cancer touches every ‘family’ including our own.”

Susan Goeppinger is perhaps best remembered for her history-making Tamie run in “I Do! I Do!” Campbell Goeppinger played “Agnes” alongside her real-life husband David Anders for 22 years, and later for appearing in other dinner theater productions including “Nunsense,” and its sequels.

Tinia “I was 37 when diMoulde agnosed with breast cancer,” Goeppinger wrote in an e-mail. “There was no history of breast cancer in my family so it was a huge shock. I was working at the time with two small children.

“David, my husband, was truly my rock and with the help of our families, friends and doctors I survived.”

That was more than 30 years ago.

“I was recently at a luncheon in Arizona with several women acquaintances and during our conversation we discovered that almost half of us had survived breast cancer. It was startling statistic to us all.

Sandy Sharratt is another survivor.

“I’ve worked at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres for five and a half years as a hostess,” Sharratt said, “and in the cage (cashier for the servers).

Sharratt and her husband Larry live in Waconia. They each have two adult children and have three grandchildren.

“My breast cancer was diagnosed in July 1996. After surgery, there were 12 chemo treatments and seven weeks of radiation. I lost most of my hair, but that wasn’t as devastating as I thought. At the time, I worked in a large parish in Medina, which is probably the best place to be in that situation. There was lots of prayers and hugs from everyone.”

Betty Eliason also works at the CDT as a hostess. She’s a five-year employee, and a 24-year breast cancer survivor.

Howland featured Eliason in the employee newsletter recently. “[Betty] is also very proud and very grateful to be a 24-year survivor of breast cancer,” Howland said. “Betty had a family history of breast cancer.

Armed this information, she was very in-tune with her body and was watchful for symptoms. When she was diagnosed in 1987, the disease had already spread to her lymph nodes. She went through six months of chemotherapy, and was happy to have kept her hair throughout. But Betty is quick to point out that she had a terrific support system from family and friends.”

Q: How did being diagnosed with breast cancer, and surviving it change your life?

A: Goeppinger—Cancer does truly change your life but I was fortunate to have a great support system and I’m grateful for every day.

A: Sharratt—“Since then I’ve also had surgery for melanoma (2003) and those two experiences have made me realize that 1) Family and Friends are precious; 2) It’s silly to worry about things we can’t control; and 3) Postponing special things is not a good idea.

A: Eliason—“Be a strong advocate for your own health. If you question something, don’t delay, have it checked! I highly recommends getting annual mammograms. I was very fortunate, and am so grateful for my health today.”

To read profiles of Tinia Moulder and Tamie Campbell go to www.chanvillager.com

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A proposed fire service memorial, designed by Leo A. Daly architects, would have a site at the State Capitol.

A memorial for the state’s fallen firefighters Local firefighters raising funds

BY KARLA WENNERSTROM editor@edenprairienews.com

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n Minnesota, 193 fi refighters have died in the line of duty.

Minnesota’s firefighters are raising funds to move a memorial to those 193 out of the baggage claim at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and to a more fitting location, the State Capitol.

Eden Prairie Fire Chief George Esbensen is president of the Minnesota Fire Service Foundation, the group leading the charge to move the memorial.

Esbensen said a statue was commissioned in the 1980’s with Minneapolis fi refighter Jeff Bartholomew and his daughter serving as models.

The statue was dedicated and put in the upper level of the airport, in a wide open spot where people could gather, Esbensen said.

However, due to security concerns it is no longer as easy to visit the airport. In addition, the memorial has been “shuffled around.”

“Having a big, large gathering space wasn’t really possible anymore,” Esbensen said.

“Now it’s down by door No. 6 at the baggage claim area, right next to a child play area.”

The state Fire Service Foundation has been working to move the memorial for years. An effort several years ago was not successful.

The question is, “whether or not that is a proper place to recognize those that have made the ultimate sacrifice,” Esbensen said.

NAMES ON A WALL Today the Minnesota Fire Service Foundation has a plan.

The fi rst step was to secure Leo

How to help The Fire Service Foundation is hoping to raise $600,000 by Dec. 31, 2011. Donations to the Minnesota State Firefighter Memorial fundraising effort can be sent to: Minnesota Fire Service Foundation c/o Flagship Bank, 7525 Office Ridge Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-3644. Online contributions can be made at: mnfireservicefoundation.org.

Contributions are tax deductible.

You can also find more information on Facebook: Facebook.com/ MinnesotaFireServiceFoundation.

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A. Daly architects to design a home for the sculpture pro bono.

The architectural fi rm managed the team of architects and engineers of the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., Esbensen said.

“This isn’t just George Esbensen’s pretty good architectural fi rm,” he said. “This is the real deal.”

The plan is for a “larger, more accessible and interactive” memorial on the State Capitol grounds.

The names of the fallen fi refighters will be inscribed on columns. A group is working to ensure that there aren’t names missing or inconsistencies, Esbensen said.

“There’s this grid of years and decades so that people can search for their fellow fi refighter or their loved one,” Esbensen said.

The name of each fi refighter will face the compass direction of their department, Esbensen said.

“I also like the fact that there’s a wall aspect to the design and that every fire department in the state will have their name on this wall.”

All 791 fire departments in the state will be listed.

FILE PHOTO BY KARLA WENNERSTROM

Fire Chief George Esbensen, president of the Minnesota Fire Service Foundation, spoke a fire service memorial at a Sept. 11 event in Eden Prairie.

“Part of our mission here was to have people that visit the memorial understand more about the fi re service,” he said.

The foundation is planning to raise $600,000 by Dec. 31, 2011. They hope to complete the memorial by National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend in October, 2012, according to a news release.

Firefighters are already pitching in. Each of Minnesota’s 20,000 fi refighters has been asked to donate.

The effort has already raised more than $150,000 with commitments for much more.

For example, the Chanhassen Fire Department has been seeking donations outside Byerly’s.

“We really want the fi re service to take the lead,” Esbensen said.

“A lot of people in the general public who have very positive feelings about the fi re service want to

“A lot of people in the general public who have very positive feelings about the fire service want to get involved and help us reach our goal.”

George Esbensen President of the Minnesota Fire Service Foundation get involved and help us reach our goal,” he said.

For more information, visit mnfi reservicefoundation.org.

Best of Betty: It’s a small world after all Betty Liedtke is in Uganda. While she is gone, we are running some of her favorite travel-related columns. This column was originally published on April 14, 2005.

states. Which I did, by the way.

I learned there are few, if any, free public restrooms in Paris, so you should be sure to use the facilities in your hotel or in whatever museum I learned a lot of inor restaurant you’re teresting things last visiting. And always week. One is that if you have forty cents — spent just sixty seconds centimes, actually— in front of each work in exact change with FIND YOUR BURIED TREASURE of art in the Louvre, it you in case you need would take you over six to use a pay toilet. months to see it all.

I learned that even I also learned that in addition to during a once-in-a-lifetime vacation being beautifully lit up at night, the in Paris, visiting places like VerEiffel Tower puts on a grand display sailles, Monet’s Garden, the Arc de after dark when special white lights Triomphe, and Notre Dame Cathecovering the tower blink and sparkle dral, it’s the people you’re with that for ten minutes every hour. And I make all the difference. learned, fi rst-hand, how lovely and I couldn’t have asked for better magical this looks during a rain- traveling companions, even though storm.

I started out knowing only one of I le a r ne d how to pronou nc e the fifty-three people on the tour.

“Cotes-du-Rhone” and sound like a The group included a number of native while saying it. And I learned students as well as adults, from difyou can legally bring one bottle of ferent communities throughout the it—or any other wine—back to the Twin Cities. We were divided into

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smaller groups for different outings, but over the course of the week we got to know most of the other people on the tour.

Our tour director was a lovely lady named Arlette, who was born and raised in France and who fi rst came to the states as an exchange student. She ended up staying, and is now a Minnesotan. Her assistant, Nate, is a graduate student who changed his major and his career plans after traveling to France years ago on one of Arlette’s tours. He speaks French fluently and easily, and his red hair made him easy to spot in a crowd.

Then there was the bus driver/ guide on our “Paris By Night” tour, who taught us to say “Ahh, vraiment!” or “Mon Dieu, c’est magnifique!” depending on what he was showing us at the time.

Throughout the week, people kept discovering they had relatives or co-workers who knew each other, or that the town they now lived in was someone else’s home town. During a discussion of some of the museums and artwork we had seen, a woman in our group offered to lend me

several of her art books after we got back home, and in the course of the conversation we discovered that I know her daughter’s sister-in-law.

The week flew by much too quickly, and before we knew it we were at Charles DeGaulle airport, checking our luggage and preparing to head back to the states. We got to the airport early, and the check-in counters weren’t open yet. As we waited in line, a few of us chatted with another passenger who was not part of our tour group, but was going to be on the same flight. He had been in Paris on business, and said he recognized our group because he was also on our flight out of Minneapolis. It turned out he was from Chanhassen. Naturally. Which brings me to one more lesson I learned during my wonderful week in Paris.

No matter where in the world you’re going, or how many miles you travel to get there, you’re never far from home.

Chanhassen resident Betty Liedtke is a writer, professional speaker, and Certified Dream Coach®. Visit her website at www.findyourburiedtreasure.com.