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Voters reject District 112 technology referendum First failed levy since 1995

BY CHUCK FRIEDBAUER friedchu@yahoo.com

By a slim margin on Tuesday, local citizens told District 112 they’re not ready to pay more for technology.

The district’s capital project referendum to fund technology plans

during the next 10 years failed by 216 votes, or a 3.6 percent margin of the total 6,100 ballots cast. Chanhassen was the only District 112 city to vote in the majority for the plan.

“We placed the decision in the communities’ hands and they told us it is not time to move forward with this initiative,” said District 112 Superintendent Jim Bauck.

The levy would have provided approximately $1.98 million a year for 10 years toward technology equipment and programs – approximately

Vote breakdown

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Technology Referendum vote breakout by city $ 220 per pupil. The district must now decide the impact the failed vote has on its plans for the future.

“The implementation of the 10year plan and the $1.98 million levy per year is off the table,” said Bauck.

“We now have to make some difficult

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City

For

Against

Total

Carver

262 (42.4%)

356 (57.6%)

618

Chanhassen

971 (51.4%)

917 (48.6%)

1,888

Chaska

1,225 (47.3%)

1367 (52.7%)

2,592

Victoria

484 (48.3%)

518 (51.7%)

1,002

Totals

2,942 (48.2%)

3,158 (51.8%)

6,100

Source: District 112

Army Spc. David Mertz, who grew up in Chanhassen, was deployed to Korea and Iraq while serving in the Army.

PHOTO BY UNSIE ZUEGE

Chanhassen American Legion Commander Ron Schlangen has built a “book memorial” that honors each and every one of the 43,277,096 U.S. military veterans from the beginning of the American Revolutionary War through July 2007 of the Global War on Terror. “They all gave their lives for a time,” Schlangen said. “Some forever.”

You are not alone

Father: Son was proud of military service

His veterans’ memorial ‘book’ shows that every vet counts

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on Schlangen’s “book” has 12,622 pages but one definitive message to vets, all vets.

“You are not alone.”

His book, “All Wars Veterans Memorial,” is a memorial to all the U.S. veterans who have served in the U.S. military during wartime — all veterans, beginning with the Revolutionary War. That’s 43 million.

Schlangen, of Eden Prairie, is commander of the Chanhassen American

Legion and the author/craftsman of this distinctive memorial.

Schlangen’s point is that each and every person who has served in the U.S. military during wartime counts.

It doesn’t matter whether they were in hand-to-hand combat, answered phones, manned PT boats, cleaned latrines, f lew fighter jets or Black Hawk helicopters, wrote for Stars and Stripes, cooked in the mess hall, went on bombing missions, drove commanders around head-

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‘All Wars Veterans’ Memorial’ Currently on display at the Chanhassen Library.

Wars/conflicts represented American WWl Revolutionary War WWll War of 1812

Korean War

Indian Wars

Vietnam War

Mexican War

Desert Shield/Desert Storm

Civil War Spanish-American War

Chanhassen soldier dies at Fort Bliss

The Global War on Terror

BY RICHARD CRAWFORD editor@chanvillager.com

David Mertz Memorial Fund

Army Spc. David L . Mer t z, 2 6 , was Friends of the Mertz family proud of his military are establishing a memorial service. fund for the widow and “ He wa s pr oud children of David Mertz. of being a soldier,” Contributions can be said his father, Craig mailed to or dropped off at Mertz of Chanhasthe Chanhassen Klein Bank sen. “It was a wonderlocated at 600 West 78th ful fit and he found Street, Chanhassen, MN. meaningful work and Checks should be made his work was apprecipayable to the David Mertz ated.”

Memorial Account.

But a complex set of circumstances led up to a tragedy on Sunday in Fort Bliss, Texas.

According to base authorities at Fort Bliss, Mertz bar-

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What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving – is there a specific person you are thankful for, someone who’s helped you through recent hard times? What’s your favorite Thanksgiving tradition? Is there a traditional Thanksgiving prayer that your family recites?

Share your stories of thanks, your traditions and your favorite Thanksgiving prayers with Chanhassen Villager readers; send your essay, no longer than 200 words, to Editor Richard Crawford, editor@chanvillager.com, before noon on Friday, Nov. 11. Include your name, city of residence, and a daytime phone number. We’ll run some submissions online at chanvillager.com and some in the Nov. 24 Villager print edition.

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quarters, delivered mail or, as they do today, work at a computer somewhere in the Midwest, operating drone missions in Afghanistan and Iraq.

“This honors each and every ser vice member, i ndividually, regardless of where they ser ved, when they ser ved, how they served or why they served,” Schlangen said. “They all gave their lives for a time — some forever.”

His memorial is also an attempt to staunch the number of enlisted and vet suicides (see related story).

“Suicide among the enlisted is at an all-time high,” Schlangen said.

Schlangen said according to military estimates, service member suicides occur at a rate of 1 per day. The suicide rate for all veterans is estimated at 18 per day.

After hearing Major General Larry Shellito, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs commissioner, speak last year on the suicide rate, Schlangen decided to take action.

“I thought, ‘how do I get this to vets so that they know they’re not alone, that they are part of this huge group of people who’ve served, that they are not anonymous? In order to commit suicide, you feel alone.

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A MEANINGFUL MEMORIAL Schlangen conceived the idea to create the book memorial in 2007. That’s when Eden Prairie veterans began planning a Veterans War Memorial for the city.

“We were brainstorming ideas for what kind of a memorial. I started thinking about all the veterans memorials I’ve seen,” Schlangen said. “I kept having a feeling that there was something missing at each one.

Some I liked better than others.

Some said more than others.

Some had more effect on veterans than others.

“The two that I thought had the most profound effect on most everyone were the Vietnam Veterans Wall and the national cemeteries,” Schlangen said. “Both contain something for each and every veteran they represent individually. The wall has a name for each Vietnam veteran killed in combat and the cemeteries have a marker with a veteran’s name for each and every veteran there. That’s great as far as it goes. But what about the rest of us? I wanted something more.”

Schlangen presented his idea to the committee.

“But because I wasn’t sure what form this memorial would take, I couldn’t sell it,” Schlangen said. “If I didn’t know exactly what it was going to be then how could I convince others? The veterans’ memorial moved ahead in another direction.”

But he didn’t abandon his idea.

“One of the things I struggled with was how I was going to represent each veteran individually,” Schlangen said. He searched the Internet for exact numbers and ended up with those from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs — the total — 43 million have served since the Revolutionary War. “Talk about not being alone,”

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Schlangen said.

How would he represent each and every person?

“Would I put up a plywood wall and put one nail in it for each veteran? No. The wood would rot and the nails would rust. Would I put one marble in a concrete walkway for each veteran? No. I didn’t want them to be walked on. What if I planted one flower for each veteran?”

With more than 8.7 million veterans from the Vietnam War alone, planting that many flowers would take time and land.”

He finally settled on an avatar, a graphic representation of each individual.

The result, printed on 12,622 pages — both sides — is a virtual representation of the 43 million who have served since the Revolutionary War. Initially, he wanted to post the memorial on a Web site.

Schlangen has a software background, but he soon realized that Microsoft doesn’t have a program that could support such a massive project. And he realized how frustrating it would be for visitors, to scroll through pages and pages of symbols.

EVERYONE GIVES THEIR LIFE Schlangen points out that of the 8.7 million Vietnam veterans, only half fought but all of them are veterans.

“To me they’re all part of it,” Schlangen said, himself a Vietnam vet who served as an MP. “One of the issues I sense in conversations with vets now is how our experiences vary from one extreme to another.

“Like my brother-in-law. He was a tunnel rat in Vietnam.

There are things you saw that you don’t share with anyone else but another tunnel rat. You don’t share those stories with the general public.

“The other extreme is the ones who served at the same time in Europe, Hawaii and never got in theater. They’re almost embarrassed to say they served.

“You have to remember that when the Vietnam vets and to some extent the Korean War vets, returned, they were treated very differently from those from previous wars.

“When I saw the Vietnam Wall, I still felt a void, as a vet myself,” Schlangen said. “We honor the dead as heroes; and those in combat as heroes. I think everyone who signs up should be counted. When you sign up for the military, you sign your life to them. They use you as they see fit. You do give your life. Some don’t get it back.

But everybody counts.”

Schlangen hopes that providing a concrete representation of the enormous brother and sisterhood of being a U.S. military veteran will help reduce the suicides.

“Here’s a story,” Schlangen said. “I brought the book to the Eden Prairie Veterans memorial groundbreaking ceremony in 2007 so everyone could look at it. I noticed one man walked up, but then just walked away.

“Throughout the construction of the memorial, I would visit the site and take photos to document the progress. One day, a man walked up to me and just started talking. He wanted to know what caused me to build the book. He’d seen me at groundbreaking and saw the book at that time.

By the numbers 12,622 pages=10 reams of paper each full page displays 3,450 symbols, one for each war-time service member 50 symbols per row 69 rows per page Black = killed Red = wounded Blue = all others Total = 43,277,096 vets

Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Chanhassen kicks off its Beyond the Yellow Ribbon program Saturday, Nov. 19, from 10-11:30 a.m., at the Chanhassen American Legion, 290 Lake Drive East.

Beyond the Yellow Ribbon will provide local networks of support for service members, military families and employers before, during, and after a military deployment.

Regarding the death of Spc. David Mertz, Bob Ayotte, a military veteran and a member of Chanhassen’s “Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Program,” said in the last year this is the third time he’s had some direct knowledge of a soldier and his family going through this sort of tragedy.

“That’s why it’s so important about getting the BTYP going,” he said.

“The Beyond the Yellow Program is an important thread to the fiber of the community. It ties all of us together to not only help those who serve, but also those family members who reside in our community.

“Our task is not to be all things to all people. It is to help recognize a need and then find the resources to meet that need.”

Volunteers are sought to assist in developing a plan to provide support to service members and military families thoughout all areas of the community.

For more information, contact Gary Boyle, (952) 934-6677.

“I told him I wanted to let vets know everyone counts and I want to stop the suicides,” Schlangen said. “And I said I recognized him, that he walked up then just walked away. ‘It was too emotional,’ he said. And then he told me he had attempted suicide years ago. This was the first time he could ever tell anyone.

He just started bawling. It was such a release for him.

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Recent History of District 112 Referendum Results

choices about the curriculum we can offer and the tools we use.”

“We tried to be very clear in our communications that our annual capital budget is about $ 2.1 million, of which we have about $1 million for tech nolog y expendit u res,” said Bauck. “Unless groups like PTO’s or local businesses step forward with increased contributions, we will not be able to move forward with many of our plans.”

“We placed the decision in the communities’ hands.”

Jim Bauck District 112 Superintendent

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Year

Referendum

Result

Percentage For

1995

$2 Million Operating Levy - Open and operate the new Chaska High School and for support of technology, at-risk students, and expanded academic challenge.

Fail

43.68%

1997

$1.25 million Operating Levy to re-open Middle School West

Pass

65.01%

1997

$400,000 Technology Levy to replace old equipment, improve classroom support and training.

Pass

60.91%

1999

$42.57 million Bond for Clover Ridge Elementary, Pioneer Ridge Freshmen Center; site acquisition for both schools; land for future school; repair and betterment; technology infrastructure to connect schools to the network. $886,652 Operating levy toward operating expenses for both schools.

Pass

62.84%

2003

$54,750,000 Bond for Victoria Elementary, addition to Chaska High, water/air improvements to Middle School West, land for second high school and repair and betterment of other facilities.

Pass

63.31%

2003

$1.5 million Operating Levy to open and operate new spaces. $1.25 million to re-authorize an expiring levy and add $1.25 million to the re-authorized amount.

Pass

63.82%

2006

$92,910,000 Bond for Chanhassen High School and remodel Pioneer Ridge as middle school. $3,000,000 Operating Levy to open and operate Chanhassen High School.

Pass

50.96%

BACKGROUND

Source: District 112

BUCKING TREND Voters rejected a District 112 referendum for the first time since 1995.

The failed 1995 referendum was primarily to open and operate the then-new Chaska High School.

Approved levies and bonds in 1997, 1999, 2003 and 2006 primarily allowed District 11 2 t o bu i ld Clover R id ge Elementary, Pioneer Ridge school, Victoria Elementary, Chanhassen High School, and a major addition to Chaska High School, along with provide funds to operate those facilities.

The thin margin in this vote echoes the decision to build a new $ 93 million Chanhassen High School, which passed by a mere 370 votes – although in that 2006 election, almost 20,000 ballots were cast.

“We knew it would be down to a nose at the wire,” said Bauck. “I never take this result as a vote against kids; tax issues are difficult for all communities to wrestle with.”

MINNETONKA SCHOOL BOARD

Incumbents, two newcomers win election In Minnetonka School District, which includes portions of the cities of Chanhassen and Victoria, two incumbents a nd t wo newc omer s we r e elected to the school board.

The only two incumbents seeking re-election were Lisa Wagner and Karen Walkowski. They will be joined on the board by newcomers Charlie Kanan and Lisa Sumner, according to unofficial results.

Wagner received 3,703 votes.

She was followed by Kanan at 3,484; Walkowski, 3,437; and Sumner; 3,408.

D er ek Eit r ei m r e c eive d 1,767 votes,; Laurie Stoltenberg, 1, 5 3 6 ; Kevi n Mai re, 1,423; and Joe Torelli, 1,343.

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ricaded himself alone in onbase housing for several hours and the post’s Special Response Team was activated.

His father said he was notified Monday that his son died of a self-inflicted wound.

He leaves behind his wife, Jesse, and their two 8-yearold twin daughters Kelly and Kristina.

David Mertz grew up in Chanhassen and had two other siblings who were also adopted from Korea — his older sister, Elizabeth Mertz, who now lives in Columbia Heights, and his younger brother Timothy, of Minneapolis. His mother, Aleda Tysver, lives in Chaska.

David and his siblings attended District 112 schools.

Before en listing in the Army, David worked at Mystic Lake and Treasure Island casinos as a black jack dealer, his dad said.

“He showed up one day with an Army recruiter and asked what I thought about joining,” Craig Mertz said. “I was proud of him for enlisting and I was proud of his service.”

Military service has been a part of the Mertz family.

David’s grandfather was an Army Air Force vet who flew combat missions in WWII and Craig Mertz was in the Army Reserves.

After enlisting in the Army, David Mertz was deployed twice. His first deployment was for 13 months in the demilitarized zone in Korea, where Mertz helped maintain support vehicles.

His second deployment was to Iraq for 15 months, his father said. In Iraq, Mertz served with a combat engineer brigade that was tasked with the clearing mine fields.

While in Iraq, David met a local Iraqi who was helping with trash collection on the base, his father recalled. “He didn’t own any shoes. The next day David gave him his American running shoes. He had empathy for other people.”

“I was proud of him for enlisting and proud of his service.”

Craig Mertz He was most recently stationed at Fort Bliss, where he joined the Army’s Fort Bliss Rodeo team.

“He heard about the Fort Bliss Rodeo team, and decided to try out for the bull riding event,” his father said. “David had never even ridden a horse let alone a bull. Much to everyone’s surprise, David made the team and was in the competitive range immediately, and had dreams of competing on the Army Team at the Dallas Rodeo. Last winter he had a bad ride, landing poorly, and badly injuring his back. The doctors were unable to provide any meaningful relief for his back pain.”

The injury also prevented him from doing his regular Army work and his father said he became despondent.

Mertz already had re-enlisted for a second four-your term and if he hadn’t hurt his back would likely have continued in the military, his father said.

The combination of the pain caused by the injury, the pain killers and the disappointment from not being able to do his job seemed to correspond to a change in behavior, his father said.

He started rehashing his time in Iraq and appeared to be obsessing about casualties there, his father said.

“There was a sergeant he was close to who suffered a brain injury from an IED and another soldier lost his foot.

He was troubled by what happened to both soldiers,” his father said.

The incident at Fort Bliss remains under investigation and details regarding funeral services are pending.

“As a little boy, David told me that when he grew up he wanted three things,” his father said, “to live in Texas, to be a cowboy, and to own a big red parrot … David never got his big red parrot.”

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Special recognition for city this year As the cooling fall temperatures prepare us for the coming holidays and a winter season full of activities in Chanhassen, we can be grateful for the wonderful summer we have just enjoyed. While each of us will retain our own special memories with our families, friends and neighbors, all of us together can be proud of some special recognitions our city has received.

In August, Money Magazine again named Chanhassen as one of the Best Places to Live in America. This is our city’s third time appearing on the list in the last five years, and the second time in three years that we were ranked in the top 10. Residents, businesses and others associated with Chanhassen have long known that this city is a great place to live, work and raise a family, and Money Magazine confi rmed it again. It appears that this acknowledgement was no surprise to our residents who responded in last year’s survey that not only did they plan to stay in Chanhassen themselves, but that they would overwhelmingly recommend living in Chanhassen to a friend or family member.

In September, Standard & Poor’s reaffirmed the City’s AAA Bond Rating. This is the highest rating that any entity can receive, and is one that only 20 cities in Minnesota have currently achieved. In doing so, S&P recognized our city’s diverse employment base and strong market values. They also acknowledged our city’s conservative and strong fi nancial and debt management policies and our long-range budget and capital planning practices. Given the downgraded ratings of the federal government and the state of Minnesota around this same time period, this measure of our city’s fi nancial strength and management policies and practices is something of which all Chanhassen residents and businesses can be proud.

A major factor in achieving this bond rating is the strong fi nancial management policies and practices of the city, and our annual budget process plays a significant role in that process. That budget process commences in July each year in preparation for a preliminary levy approval in September, and continues through to the final budget approval in December. This year the council and staff are working to minimize the final tax levy and prioritize spending amounts in order to maintain the city’s service levels and meet the needs of our residents and businesses. Please feel free to join us at a work session or come to the public budget hearing on Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. You can always e-mail or call me, any City Council member or cityFinance Director, Greg Sticha, with questions or comments.

Tom

FURLONG COMMENTARY

Despite the economy, residential building in Chanhassen remains strong. Through September this year, permits for nearly 125 new homes have been issued. There are also two new subdivisions are now under way, Pioneer Pass and Reflections at Lake Riley, which together will include lots for about 160 new homes and two new city parks. Our city’s park and trail system is one of the many attributes that families consider when choosing to move to Chanhassen. In addition to our 34 existing parks and open spaces, the city has 80 miles of trails. Next summer, we are planning to expand our trail system with multiple projects including the extension of the existing trail along Highway 41 from Longacres Boulevard to Minnetonka Middle School West. Included in this project will be an underpass connecting this new trail into Minnewasta Regional Park.

In December, one tradition my family looks forward to is the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Join us on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 5 p.m. in City Center Park as we light the holiday tree and the entire park for the season. Bring the kids to see Santa, live reindeer, and enjoy some cookies and refreshments. Then on Feb. 4, we’ll celebrate winter at the annual February Festival on Lake Ann from noon-3 p.m. This marks the 19th year of this celebration and it offers more than just an ice fishing contest. Bring the whole family for ice skating, bonfi res, horse-drawn sleigh rides and sledding. Some great prizes will be given away thanks to our generous local business sponsors.

We can look back at all that happened this summer in Chanhassen with pride, and look forward with anticipation for more good things to come. I hope everyone has the opportunity this coming holiday season to enjoy good times and to create more memories with their family and friends. On behalf of the Chanhassen City Council and staff, thank you for allowing us to serve you as we work together, seeking to make Chanhassen an even better place for all of us to live, work and raise a family.

Furlong is mayor of Chanhassen.

Planning for roads in 2012 Our highway and local road infrastructure is one of the County’s largest investments. We rely heavily on this infrastructure to facilitate our way of life, both economically and socially.

Better roads help minimize traffic congestion, improve safety conditions, and draw in new visitors into the area for our local events and businesses.

Maintaining our current road network and planning key expansions is an ongoing activity at Carver County Government. As one of the fastest growing counties in Minnesota, we analyze growing transportation needs in an effort to provide a safe and efficient roadway system. Partnering with federal, state, city, and local community participants, the County develops plans to meet our citizens’ needs while also aligning projects with neighboring jurisdictions.

With the changing season, we are beginning to wrap up some 2011 road construction projects in the Chaska and Chanhassen areas. Currently in progress, reconstruction of the intersection at county roads 11 and 61 will include installation of a new traffic signal in Chaska. This project is set to be complete in the spring 2012. Already finished, a project on County Road 61 (old 212) from Creek Road in Chaska to Highway 101 in Chanhassen focused on resurfacing the roadway.

Planning for 2012 construction projects in Chaska is nearly

Gayle

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“Better roads help minimize traffic congestion, improve safety conditions, and draw in new visitors into the area for our local events and businesses.”

CARVER COUNTY COMMISSIONER

complete. A proposed county project in Chaska includes corridor construction on Highway 11 between County Road 10 south to County Road 61. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) will also partake in a landscaping project along Highway 11 at its intersection with Highway 212.

Another potential county project will conduct repairs along Highway 14 from the Twin Cities and Western Railroad to Town Course Drive. The City of Chaska will also engage in an economic development project to reconstruct County Road 10 (Engler Boulevard) from Highway 212 to West Chaska Creek.

Several construction projects in Chanhassen are also tentatively scheduled for 2012. The County Parks department will take the lead on trail construction and a pedestrian underpass along

Highway 41 close to the Lake Minnewashta Regional Park.

MnDOT is slated to conduct longawaited safety improvements along Highway 5 west of Highway 41 into Victoria, that includes replacement of a bridge and a pedestrian underpass near the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum.

Citizens should be aware that portions of Highway 5 will be closed at various times throughout the summer. The city of Chanhassen will also conduct intersection improvements at Highway 101 and Pleasant View Road.

Citizens are encouraged to learn more about Carver County road construction and detour plans online at www.co.carver.mn.us/ departments/PW/construction.asp.

Gayle Degler, of Chanhassen, is a Carver County commissioner.

Contact him at gdegler@co.carver. mn.us or (763) 381-1879.

Veterans have given their best for our country Each year on Veterans Day (Nov. 11), Americans join together to honor the men and women in uniform who have served and sacrificed for our country.

Last year on Veterans Day, I was in northern Minnesota in the town of Wadena, only a few months after a devastating tornado tore through the community.

We were gathered in the gymnasium at the Wadena-Deer Creek Elementary School, when the children got up and performed “American Anthem,” a song from the recent PBS documentary series about World War II. The lyrics begin like this: All we’ve been given by those who came before The dream of a nation where freedom would endure The work and prayers of centuries have brought us to this day What shall be our legacy? What will our children say?

Let them say of me I was one who believed In sharing the blessings I received.

Let me know in my heart when my days are through

Amy

KLOBUCHAR GUEST COMMENTARY

America, America, I gave my best to you.

So, there we were: In an elementary school gym. Four months after a tornado had turned Wadena upside down.

Surrounded by veterans who had given so much for this country.

And these young school kids were singing their hearts out.

It was an amazing patriotic spirit that I will never forget. It also reminded me of the same spirit that inspired more than 400,000 Minnesotans to serve our country in

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These veterans deserve our respect not just one day a year, but every day.

Of special note are Minnesota members of the National Guard who have served since the terrorist attacks of 9/11.

In the past, National Guard units were typically called up for short-term deployments to help with natural disasters. Since 9/11, however, more than 22,000 Minnesota Guard members have been deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan for extended periods.

Many of these citizen-soldiers have been deployed multiple times.

The impact has been especially dramatic in Minnesota because we have the fifth largest National Guard contingent in the country, even though we rank just 21st in total population.

The impact has hit our rural communities the hardest because they provide a disproportionately large number of men and women who serve in our military.

During my time in the Senate, supporting our veterans has always

been among my top priorities. This includes constituent service to help cut bureaucratic red tape so veterans get the benefits they deserve.

It also means fighting for legislation to fulfill America’s promise that we will care for our soldiers when they return home.

In recent years, we have provided historic funding increases to ensure top-quality health care for America’s veterans.

We also passed the Post-9/11 GI Bill to expand educational benefits for veterans who have served in the past decade.

The first GI Bill, adopted after World War II, transformed our nation and helped build a strong middle class by providing nearly eight million veterans with health, housing and educational benefits.

Our veterans today deserve no less.

But there is more work to be done to support our veterans. Consider two shocking facts.

First fact: The unemployment rate for Minnesota veterans who have served since 9/11 is nearly 23 percent, the third highest in

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the nation. It is almost double the national average and more than three times the state’s overall unemployment rate.

Second fact: An estimated 700 Minnesota veterans are homeless on any given night. During the course of the year, an estimated 4,000 Minnesota veterans will experience an episode of homelessness or a crisis that could lead to homelessness.

This is not right.

To help unemployed veterans, I am cosponsoring the Hiring Heroes Act and the Veterans Employment Transition Act to encourage the hiring of veterans.

To help homeless veterans, I have introduced the Helping Our Homeless Veterans Act to ensure that our veterans get the housing, job training and counseling services they need.

As the song says, veterans have given their best for our country.

Now we have an obligation to give them our best – on Veterans Day and every day.

Amy Klobuchar is a U.S. senator representing Minnesota.

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COMMENTARY: WALMART

We could use 250 to 300 SEND US more jobs in Chanhassen YOUR …

BY CHERYL AYOTTE

I attended the Wal-Mart public hearing on Nov. 1.

I watched person after person get up and speak about the evils of Walmart. How they under pay their employees; how they attract violent crime; how the people that would shop there are not “the kind of people we want in our city.”

What really got me was the negative response, based on studies, analyses, comments, none of which were vetted, on the evils that a Walmart would bring to Chanhassen.

I have to ask, “Where do you people get your information.”

Here are the facts that I do know at this point. Walmart would provide about 250 jobs at $12.50 an hour. It would add to the tax base and income of local residents that might obtain a job there. (Here is a news flash: Home values in Chanhassen are at best, being challenged.

People are out of work. And Chanhassen has not raised its taxes for years.)

If we do not get Walmart or something comparable, we will

probably have to raise taxes.

I heard a lot of people speak.

These so called experts were able to confi rm crime will rise.

It is just nonsense to think that a band of criminals are going to descend on our city because of a Walmart. Lifetime Fitness has had more crime with break-in’s into cars in their parking lot and in the lockers since they have been in our city.

The saving of the “soccer field” for the children was mentioned. It is on private land, not a city park, if the owner of the land sells it do we prevent that also?

Sounds a bit elitist to me.

I know someone who works at Walmart and she is one of the typical people. She is young, hard working and a good person. She is not “low class” as one woman from Long acres categorizes a Walmart employee. This Walmart employee has a 4-year degree.

She is supporting herself and paying for her schooling. She lives in Chaska on her own on a Walmart salary.

W ho can deny someone a $12.50 an hour job and the

News flash! Louisville, Colo., has a Walmart two miles from its city center, and Louisville was the No. 1 city in the nation this year.

expansion to our tax base.

I mean at some point those against Walmart will be picketing City Hall over raising our taxes. These same people are at City Hall begrudging the city employees a half percent raise in salary.

Here is how I see it. I am not a regular Walmart shopper, but after checking the ads in last Sunday’s newspaper, if I want an iPod touch for Christmas this year and my daughter wants a Kitchen-aide mixer and my husband wants a new Kindle I am going to Walmart.

Each item is about $20 to $30 less than other stores. I can then take all the money I save as a result of my Walmar t purchases and order an organic turkey from Lakewinds, because I love shopping there.

The last time I checked getting what you have to have, or want

for less, is a good thing.

Here is the real rub. Our homes are now 30 percent less valuable than they were five years ago. We need the tax base to offset this residential trend.

Plain and simple.

The anti-Walmart g roup kept saying that Chanhassen was one of the best places to live in the United States. The fact is we slipped from No. 2 to No. 10 in best places to live. With no expansion of our tax base, where will we be next year?

News fl ash! Louisville, Colo., has a Walmart two miles from its city center, and Louisville was the No. 1 city in the nation this year.

To tell Walmart we do not need your 250 -300 jobs at $12.50 an hour or your taxes in our city is unbelievable.

Ayotte is a Chanhassen resident.

Please visit chanhassenfirst. org to learn how you can help and to sign a petition. It is also important to attend the City Council meeting on Nov. 28 to communicate that we want this to end now!

portive, thriving community where we invest in our properties, the education of our children and our environment.

With good reason, Chanhassen has been voted one of the best places to live by many sources in recent years. We would be doing ourselves a disservice in compromising the community we are proud to call home, by allowing Walmart to move in. If Walmart were to move into our community, it would impact all of us: from our daily commutes to helping sustain local merchants to the cost all of us would bear to fund the modifications required to fit a “square peg in a round hole,”to quote a planning commission member.

It just doesn’t fit. The structure proposed does not fit in the space, area businesses would be negatively impacted and the environment and infrastructures surrounding the property would be affected. I am pleased with the Planning Commission’s unanimous decision to vote down Walmart’s proposal on Nov. 1. And the citizen’s of Chanhassen can continue to show their support by educating themselves at upcoming meetings and sharing the details with their neighbors. Please, I urge readers to attend an upcoming rally at the Chanhassen Library on Nov. 21 at 6:30 to learn more about how we can support and preserve Chanhassen.

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Unanimous decision Chanhassen residents are so proud of our community, as we should be. We also need to be proud of our Planning Commission for making the unanimous decision to not recommend WalMart’s proposal to the City Council.

It was evident at t he Plannning Commission meeting Nov. 1 that there were too many deficiencies in WalMart’s proposal. I want to thank the commission for seeing that the proposed land WalMart is interested in will not work for a big box retailer.

Unfortunately this is not over. Show your concern by attending the City Council meeting on Nov. 28 at 7 p.m.. Also, visit the ChanhassenFirst.org web site to sign the petition and learn how you can help!

Carol Anderson Chanhassen

City has lot to lose I had the opportunity to attend the Planning Commission meeting and I want to thank the members of the commission for unanimously voting no to Walmart’s deficient proposal.

Listening to the community voice their concerns inspired

me to do my own research. It is educational to read online all of the studies conducted on how Walmart has impacted other communities.

It’s been documented in one article after another, that when WalMart moves in, other businesses close. What would Chanhassen stand to lose?

Businesses like its toy store, party goods store, butcher shop, floral shop, hardware store, pet store, automotive store, sporting goods store, grocery stores, office supply store, hair salons and garden center, as well as the general merchandise store located diagonally from the proposed site.

Chanhassen could also lose businesses that serve those stores, such as attorneys, printers and accountants. Just one example: A 2007 study by the University of California Irvine found that for every new retail job created by WalMart, 1.4 jobs are lost when current businesses lay off workers or close.

Since the average WalMart employs 360 workers, our area could see a net loss of nearly 150 jobs.

I moved my family to Minneapolis 16 years ago and we chose Chanhassen as our home primarily because of the wonderful small- town feeling and all that comes along with that atmosphere. At the meeting, I was proud to be a Chanhassen resident and share in the passion and intensity from my community. I am concerned that this is far from over.

Laurie Johnson Chanhassen

Astounded at mob mentality We were astounded at the provincial mob mentality apparently exhibited at the Walmart planning meeting Nov. 1.

Is this the behavior we expect of a people famous for tolerance? Is it legitimate for an organized vocal minority to usurp the rights of the rest of us? We want Walmart to come to Chanhassen. We want lower prices and better selection.

Unlikely you’ll get those from a small cadre of Mom and Pop stores.

We suspect the opposition to Walmart comes mainly from those with a vested interest, namely Target employees and the unions. It seems to us this is fundamentally un-American.

Andy and Ann Hopper Chanhassen

Keep rallying against project Residents of Chanhassen, we are fortunate to live in a sup-

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Food shelf needs hats and mittens The Bountiful Basket Foodshelf is the designated foodshelf for Eastern Carver County.

The food shelf currently serves 575 families and distribute more than 24,000 pounds of

food per month. The need continues to increase and about 25 new families are enrolling per month on average.

To keep clients warm during the winter, the food shelf is in need of new hats and mittens.

People or organizations willing to donate these items may drop them off at 3235 Chaska Blvd. in

downtown Chaska. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. The facility is closed Thursday.

For more information, call the food shelf at (952) 556-0244 and ask for Julie Falkenstein or Nancy Rogneby or go online at www.bountifulbasketfoodshelf.org.

LIVESREMEMBERED Charles Anthony Wegner Charles “Chuck” Wegner, 71, of Chaska, died Monday, Nov. 7, 2011 at his home.

Funeral service will be held Thursday, Nov. 10, 12 noon at Crown of Glory Lutheran Church, 1141 Cardinal S.t, Chaska, with the Rev. Matt Bersagel officiating. Visitation will start at 10:30 a.m. at the church on Thursday. Casketbearers will be Aaron Virkus, Joshua Wegner, Jacob Wegner, Aaron Renshaw, Kyle Winslow, Darryl Gramenz, Paige Wegner, Ashley Renshaw, and Alicia Winslow. Burial will be at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Chaska.

Charles was born Nov. 6, 1940 in St. Paul, MN, to Clarence and Elsie (Keller) Wegner, one of two children.

On Dec. 16, 1961, Charles married Mavis Sipf at First Christian Church in St. Paul. They had two children. His true love was being with his family and he had a passion for cars, golf, and the outdoors.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his loving wife of 50 years, Mavis; daughter and son-in-law, Beth and Karl Virkus of Ramsey; son and daughter-in-law, Blaine and Shelly Wegner of New Ulm; grandchildren, Ashley, Alicia, Aaron, Joshua, Jacob, and Paige; great-granddaughter, Greighson “Gracie”; sister and brother-in-law, Gail (Ernie) Criego-Bruckner, of Lake Elmo.

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‘Give Where You Live’ launches The Scott Carver Dakota Community Action Partnership (CAP) launches its annual Give Where You Live campaign on Nov. 16, with a goal of raising $1 million for the agency between now and Jan. 31.

The Give Where You Live campaign has been the agency’s primary fundraising campaign for the past several years.

This year, the Scott Carver Dakota CAP Agency is looking to gain momentum by taking their campaign online through GiveMN.org, which is an online fundraising tool where donors are encouraged to “click, contribute, and change your world.”

On Nov. 16 GiveMN.org will be hosting its annual Give to the Max Day, which raised more than $14 million last year in 24 hours for 3,400 nonprofits.

The Scott Carver Dakota CAP Agency is encou raging its donors to go online Nov. 16 for the kick-off of its Give Where You Live Campaign and support the agency on Give to the Max Day. “We are very excited about this year’s Give Where You Live Campaign,” stated Rebecca Bowers, vice president of F und Development, in a press release. “We have seen a dramatic increase in need this past year and it is necessary to grow our fundraising to accommodate for this rising need.”

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The Scott Carver Dakota CAP Agency is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting individuals to achieve social and economic well-being by providing services in partnership with their communities. The Scott Carver Dakota CAP Agency is one of 28 community action agencies in Minnesota and is part of a national network of over 1,000 agencies. For more information visit www.capagency.org.

Send a card to service members For a fi fth year, the American Red Cross will be delivering holiday cheer and greetings to service members, their families and veterans throughout the holiday season.

“All you need is a pen and piece of paper to share your appreciation of the sacrifices our men and women in uniform make each day in their service to our country,” stated Libby Fairchild, a Red Cross board member based in Carver County.

In Carver County through Dec. 1, drop off points for cards will include Carver County library branches in Chanhassen, Chaska, Norwood Young America, Waconia, and Watertown.

For reasons of processing and safety, participants are asked to refrain from sending “care packages,” monetary gifts, using glitter or including any inserts with the cards.

The Holiday Mail for Heroes program provides Americans the opportunity to send holiday greetings to our men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces, many of whom will be far from home over the holidays, our nation’s veterans and their families.

“The American Red Cross serves and supports members of the military, veterans, and their families by providing emergency communications, educational resources, comfort and assistance each day,” says Amanda Swanson, a Red Cross board member based in Carver County. “The Holiday Mail for Heroes program continues in the Red Cross tradition of service to those who serve.”

Last year, with the help of Pitney Bowes, hundreds of volunteers screened, sorted and packaged cards that were delivered to military bases, veteran and military hospitals across the U.S. and around the world.

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies nearly half of the nation’s blood; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. For more information, visit www. redcross.org or join our blog at http://blog.redcross.org.

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Commissioner weighs in on Fleet/labor kerfuffle

BY MARK W. OLSON editor@chaskaherald.com

Carver County Board Chair Randy Maluchnik, whose commissioner district includes Carver, is advocating the hiring of more local laborers at the Mills Fleet Farm construction site in Carver.

Maluchnik appeared on a Monday night KSTP story advocating local workers, and also was quoted in a Monday press release on the topic by Laborers Local 563.

As reported in the Oct. 27 Herald, the union has been critical of temporary workers hired for the project. Mills Properties has responded to union criticism

that 90 percent of its contractors are union, that 75 percent of the money is union and that no contractors are paying minimum wage.

“I’m excited and everyone’s excited about Fleet Farm coming here. We all felt the city of Carver did a great job in its effort of bringing Fleet Farm to the city,” said Maluchnik, in a Herald interview. “I was greatly disappointed to learn that nonlivable wages are being paid at the Fleet Farm construction site … especially when there are Carver County skilled and unskilled craftsmen unemployed at this time.”

The city of Carver is using Tax Increment Financing, which

will reimburse Fleet about $1.5 million between 2013 and 2021.

The union cites Carver’s “Business Subsidy Policy” in which one eligible use for a subsidy is “to retain high quality local jobs, create high quality local job growth, and provide diversity in that job base.”

However, Fleet is only contractually obligated to create at least one full-time equivalent construction job at a wage of at least $20 per hour.

“Fleet could hire local workers for the same cost of using a temporary agency,” Maluchnik claimed. “All they’d have to do is contact the Workforce Center at the Carver County Courthouse.”

block of Victoria Drive, Victoria, for report of a theft.

At 1:12 p.m., made traffic stop at County Road 61 and Highway 101, Chanhassen, where a juvenile male was cited for possession of a small amount of marijuana.

At 8:43 p.m., responded to the 5800 block of County Road 101, Minnetonka, where an adult female was arrested on an outstanding warrant.

Nov. 3 At 8:02 a.m., responded to the 2200 block of Lyman Boulevard, Chanhassen, where two juvenile males were cited for disorderly conduct.

At 7:37 p.m., made traffic stop at Highway 101 and Cheyenne Trail, Chanhassen, where an 18-year old male was cited for possession of a small amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

At 9:10 p.m., responded to the 1100 block of Chaparral Court, Chanhassen, for a domestic.

Nov. 4 At 6:21 a.m., made a traffic stop at the 10400 block of Juniper Avenue, Laketown Township, where an adult Carver male was arrested for DWI. At 9:51 a.m., responded to the 1100 block of 77th Street West, Victoria, for a domestic.

At 11:35 a.m., made a traffic stop at 78th Street West and Powers Boulevard, Chanhassen, where an adult male was arrested on an outstanding warrant.

At 12:33 p.m., made a traffic stop at Crosstown Boulevard and Yellow Brick Road, Chaska, where an adult female was arrested on outstanding warrant.

At 1:40 p.m., responded to the 2300 block of Highover Trail, Chanhassen, for theft of construction panels, estimated loss is $1,200.

Nov. 5 At 6:21 p.m., responded to the 100 block of Fox Hollow Drive, Chanhassen, for report of debit card theft.

At 8 p.m., made a traffic stop at Highway 5 and Audubon Road, Chanhassen, where a juvenile Minnetonka male was arrested for felony fleeing officer, and possession of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, and multiple traffic offences.

Nov. 6 At 12:32 a.m., made a traffic stop at County Road 11 and County Road 18, Victoria, where an adult Chaska female was arrested for DWI and failure to drive in a single traffic lane.

At 3:09 p.m., responded to the 3600 block of Arboretum Drive, Chanhassen, for report of theft from a vehicle.

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. 31 through Nov. 6.

Oct. 31 At 8:46 a.m., responded to the 1200 block of Highway 7, Victoria, for report of theft of electrical welding cable with an estimated value of $500.

At 9:46 a.m., responded to the 7800 block of Market Boulevard, Chanhassen, where an adult Chanhassen male was arrested for felony credit card fraud.

At 12:52 p.m., responded to the 8400 block of Kochia Lane, Victoria, where an adult Mound male was cited for disorderly conduct.

At 2:17 p.m., responded to the 500 block of Market Street, Chanhassen, for a threats complaint.

At 2:53 p.m., responded to the 7600 block of Victoria Drive, Victoria, where a juvenile male was arrested on a Hennepin County warrant.

At 3 p.m., responded to the 500 block of 79th Street West, Chanhassen, for report of a theft.

Nov. 2 At 11:23 a.m., responded to the 7900

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

Be true to your school Click it to win it—online

BY UNSIE ZUEGE uzuege@swpub.com

Fire up your computers, log in, register, and let the voting begin.

Fans of Chanhassen High School have an opportunity to win up to $17,500 for the high school, simply by voting online.

State Farm Insurance is sponsoring “Friday Night Feats,” which honors big moments in high school football from the fall 2011 season.

Across the country, schools including Chanhassen submitted video clips. Each school’s community is encouraged to go online and vote for its team.

Each registered user can vote once a day. The schools are divided into 13 zones across the United Sates and Canada.

Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota and Nebraska are in the Heartland Zone.

The Storm football clip is from the Oct. 7 game between Chanhassen and Chaska high schools. Chanhassen won the game 57-8. One of the outstanding plays in the game was a pass interception by Alex Riley, who ran for a touchdown. Riley’s interception came near the end of the third quarter.

Sharlene Downs is a State Farm agent in Chanhassen. She is spearheading the local effort for Chanhassen High School, and is working with the Chanhassen Storm Booster Club and Terre Kemble to get out the word and garner online voting.

“It’s a great way to get agents and their communities involved with their schools,” Downs said.

“Schools post the play of the game on video, and then get the community involved by voting.

People can go online and vote every single day. At the end of the voting period—the end of November, the two top votegetting schools in each zone will win $2,500, that the school can use in any way it wants, for student activities, programs, equipment. And in these tight economic times, it’s a great way for schools to raise some extra money.”

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Go online and vote for Chanhassen High School. State Farm Insurance is sponsoring a nationwide contest. The high school that garners the most votes online can potentially win $2,500. The grand prize is $15,000, to be spent on any school program or activity it chooses. To vote, go to www. fridaynightfeats.com

Vote

Rankings Chart

Here’s what you do

Participating Heartland schools—votes as of Tuesday, Nov. 8.

1. Go to www. fridaynightfeats.com 2. Register/Log in

Spirit Lake, Ia.—1,641

3. Filter by zone = Heartland

Chanhassen High School—389

4. Select “Chanhassen High School - Riley returns INT for TD”

Beckman Catholic High School, Dyersville, Ia.—370

5. Vote - red button top right corner of video

Bloomington Jefferson High School, Bloomington, Minn.—354

6. The next day, repeat.

Farmington High School, Farmington, Minn.—131

GAME PLAN Schools could submit videos during two submission periods –from Aug. 25 to Oct. 6, and Oct. 10 to Nov. 28. According to State Farm, there will be two finalists per zone – or 26 finalist nominees per period. Online viewers select these nominees by voting for their favorites at FridayNightFeats.com. After the first two submission periods, a panel of judges will narrow the 52 nominees down to the top 10 fi nalists. Viewers have the last word in choosing the fi rst, second and third prize winners with their vote between Dec. 9 and Dec. 16.

Each video will be judged on the “wow” factor, athleticism, impact of the play, and creativity of the video, which

Sibley Ocheyedan High School, Sibley, Ia.—62 votes Madison High School, Ia., 31 votes Broken Bow High School, Broken Bow, Neb.—11 Bethlehem Academy, Faribault, Minn.—2 Spearfish High School, Spearfish, S. Dak.—1 will include a title and brief description of the play. The prizes include a cash prize of $15,000 for fi rst place, $10,000, for second place and $5,000 for third place. Each finalist nominee (four from each of State Farm’s 13 zones) wins $2,500.

The State Farm Friday Night Feats winner will be announced

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It takes teamwork. The Chanhassen Storm overwhelmed the Chaska Hawks 57-8 on Oct. 7. One of the touchdowns was a Chaska pass intercepted by Chan’s Alex Riley, No. 3, pictured front, third from the right, with his teammates. A video clip of the play is online. The high school garnering the most votes wins $2,500 with the potential of winning $17,500. on Dec. 19.

A total of $160,000 in prize money wi l l be awa rded to schools across the U.S. and parts of Canada to use however they’d like.

The key is getting students and the community to vote ev-

eryday. “At some schools, kids go into the computer lab, and the first thing they do is vote for their school,” Downs said.

Currently, Spirit Lake High School in Iowa is ahead with 1,641 votes. Chanhassen is at 389, just edging by Farmington

High School and Bloomington Jefferson.

“It’s a wonderful opportunity,” Kemble said. “We want everyone to rally and vote early and often.”

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STATE CROSS COUNTRY

Olson crosses the line one last time

BY ERIC KRAUSHAR scores@swpub.com

Alec Olson stood at the starting line of the Class AA State Boys Cross Country Meet Saturday in Northfield. The Chanhassen senior was standing on familiar ground. For the fourth time in his running career, Olson was competing at the state meet.

Not many high school athletes can say they’ve competed in four straight state meets.

“Last year I was running with an injury, so I wanted to do better in my last year,” Olson said.

In three previous trips, Olson was deep in the pack through a mile. His best split came as a sophomore in which he posted a one-mile time of 5:11.35.

Olson’s time through one mile last weekend? 4:58.32.

“Yeah, it was a lot faster at the start, but I like that. I think I benefited from it,” he said.

A pack of 32 runners crossed the mile marker with times under five minutes. That group began to separate into two packs with some runners falling back, but Olson kept on hanging on.

“There was a lot of pushing.

You really couldn’t do much but stay in your spot there for a while. I was hanging in there for the first mile-and-a-half, but I’d say about the two-mile mark, the leaders just took off. There were two packs and I was in that second pack,” Olson said.

The small hills on the St. Olaf College course tired Olson out. He pushed hard to the end, placing 29th overall in a time of 16:14.2.

“Alec had a great race. To finish 29th is a great accomplishment. We knew he had the potential to place in the top 25 and make all-state. He was within a fraction of a second of doing so,” Chanhassen boys coach Andy Powell said.

A fter finishing in 119th (17:25.5) in 2010, 61st (16:59.2) as a sophomore and 132nd (17:42) as a freshman on the Chaska varsity team, his big leap up the standings was a good conclusion to his Chanhassen high school cross country career.

“It was really fun. I had a lot more fun than past years. I like being able to run with my teammates. They all ran really well, so that was nice,” Olson said.

“It kind of hit me afterward.

It’s weird thinking that next year I won’t competing in these meets.”

The Chanhassen boys team – the first male team to qualify for state in school history – finished 11th overall with 271 points.

Top-ranked Stillwater won the Class AA Meet with a score of 92. Burnsville was second with

115 points.

“We talked all week about what we could do to f lip the switch. We’re a brand new program and we haven’t been getting much respect. We’ve been on the outside in terms of the polls all season,” Powell said. “We tried to pick off a few teams and we accomplished that feat. We were very close to the top 10.”

The Storm likely would have finished ahead of Centennial if not for a shoe accident. Senior Kieran Kelly, running in his second state meet, had a shoe kicked off around 1,000 meters into the race.

“He was in the pack and he had a spike kicked off. Give Kieran credit, he didn’t quit. He continued on. The terrain isn’t like a golf course either. There’s uneven ground. It was a really gutty effort,” Powell said. Kelly was 58th overall at 16:38.

Also running for the Storm were seniors Spencer Mertes (110th, 17:15.5) and Austin Miller (113th, 17:19) as well as junior Matthew Janes (138th, 17:49.1), sophomore Cameron Economy (142nd, 17:56.6) and freshman Grant Magnuson (153rd, 18:15).

“We benefited from having a veteran presence on our team.

Our four seniors had a great deal of experience. We went in and I told them, ‘It’s nothing we haven’t seen before.’ We tried to schedule meets with elite individuals to eliminate the factor of unknowns. For the most part, we were not intimidated or overwhelmed by the atmosphere,” Powell said.

“Our team has nothing to be disappointed about. Eleventh place is very good. As time moves on, we will feel very fortunate for what we accomplished,” the coach added.

BEST FINISH Making their third straight state appearance, the Chanhassen girls team continued to improve by two team positions, placing 11th overall of the 16 competing teams.

The Storm had a school-best score of 262 points. Monticello won the meet with 93 points with Lakeville South second with 118.

Chanhassen finished 15th as a team in 2009 and 13th a year ago.

“I was very pleased with how our team ran and competed. I told them if we finished in the top 12 I would be very happy with our performance,” Chanhassen girls coach Anita Woodrow said.

Seventh-grader Anastasia Korzenowski, making her state debut, ran 30th in a time of 15:04.9 to lead the Storm.

Korzenowski sat in 49th place

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Chanhassen senior Alec Olson competes in his fourth state cross country meet Saturday alongside Chisago Lakes’ Luke McKenzie. Olson was 29th in a time of 16:14. through one mile with a split of 5:46.21.

“I think her youth helped her out a bit. I think she was a little more nervous than other races, but because she’s so young she probably didn’t think about it so much,” Woodrow said.

Emily Castanias and Jordan Paschke, who were each running in their third state meets, were next in 70th and 100th places, respectively.

Castanias, who entered the state meet having run times of 15:43 and 16:40 in her first two state events, crossed the line in 15:28.7. Paschke also had a statebest effort with a time of 15:49.

She had run 15:53 and 16:15 in previous seasons.

Rounding out the team were sophomore Megan Gossfeld (115th, 16:00.9), junior Larissa Juelich (125th, 16:07.4), freshman Kaitlyn Guenther (136th, 16:20.6) and senior Lauren Shurson (140th, 16:27).

“Before the race, I went up and talked to (Larissa). I told her to turn on a little mean-ness.

She’s one of the nicest girls ever.

She’s always thinking about everyone else. She really stepped it up. I knew she was due for a

big race,” Woodrow said.

WHAT A SEASON Many of the Storm boys are continuing their season at least one week by competing in the Nike Cross Country Heartland Regional in Sioux Falls, S.D. this weekend.

According to Olson, the Chanhassen team was planning on doing it last year, but a snowstorm derailed their plans.

“One of my friends has done it and said it’s fun to do. I think we’ll have a good time,” Olson said.

Many of the top teams and individuals from across South Dakota, North Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota compete in the meet with a chance of going to the national meet in Oregon.

For Olson, it was just another chance to keep running. The Chanhassen senior – three times elected team captain in both cross country and track – already has accomplished so much this season, setting a school record with a run of 15:55 in the Heart of Lakes Invitational in Alexandria in October.

He, along with Kelly, were

PHOTO BY TODD ABELN

Seventh-grader Anastasia Korzenowski runs down the final stretch of the St. Olaf course in her first state appearance Nov. 5. The Chanhassen runner was 30th overall at 15:04. named team co-MVPs. As of now, it looks like Olson will walk-on at a Division I

program next year. One of the schools he’s looking at is Boston University.

SECTION 6AAAAA FOOTBALL

Late score sends Eden Prairie to state tourney

BY ERIC KRAUSHAR scores@swpub.com

Dave Nelson stood on the sidelines, looking up at the clock as time winded down in the fourth quarter. Could his Minnetonka team win 3-0 over rival Eden Prairie?

“It flashed across my mind.

We were sitting there in the fourth quarter and we had a 3-0 lead. You’re thinking the first 36 went this way, maybe the next 12 will,” the Minnetonka Head Coach said.

After an unlucky bounce on a punt gave Eden Prairie good field position never midfield, the Eagles went to the ground, pounding the ball with star running back Andrew Larson.

With 3:44 left, Larson scored from 17 yards out on a sweep left for what would be the winning score 6-3 in the Section 6AAAAA final Friday in Eden Prairie.

Minnetonka had two possessions after Eden Prairie took the lead, but each time, Skippers quarterback Joe Martinson was picked off on the fi rst play of the drive.

“Our seniors have been awesome to work with. They worked very hard. We had some adversity with injuries, but we overcame them. They did everything we asked of them and it’s tough to lose,” Nelson said.

Minnetonka (8-3) took a 3-0

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lead with 5:41 remaining in the first half on a 32-yard field goal from Vinni Lettieri.

Eden Prairie had a chance to tie the game midway through the third quarter, but a field goal from Sam Rosel was short and wide left.

Minnetonka’s best opportunity to expand on its lead came early in the fourth quarter after KeAndre Singleton forced a fumble on a shuffle pass and his brother DeAndre fell on it at the Eagles 35.

But much like a week-six meeting, in which the Skippers finished with 150 total yards of offense, gaining ground toward the end zone was tough. Minnetonka went three-and-out and a punt that initial landed on the 28 deflected off a Skippers player back to the 42 for a net punt of zero.

“That would have been huge to score there. We needed to capitalize in those type of situations,” Nelson said. “If we can at least get the punt inside the 20, in a type of game like this, I think it makes a difference.

Instead they get the ball at the 42 and it was big 20 yards.”

Three times during a drive that went 57 yards did Eden Prairie face third-down situations. Quarterback Grant Shaeffer ran wide right for six yards on third-and-five from midfield.

Then it was all Larson.

The senior tailback got three yards for a first down at the 33 and then converted a secondand-10 play for 11 yards.

Faced with third-and-five from the 17, Larson took the handoff from Shaeffer and went wide right, diving into the end zone for the winning score.

Eden Prairie (9-1) will face Anoka in the Class AAAAA quarterfinals at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 11 at Osseo High School.

Minnetonka made two defensive stands during the first 16 minutes of the contest. Eden Prairie reached the 18 on their fi rst drive, but a fourth-down run from Larson came up one yard short.

Two drives later for the Eagles, Skippers safety Charles Webb intercepted a half back pass inside the 10-yard line to keep the game scoreless.

“I thought our defense played a rea l ly g reat game. T hey brought it all. And it’s hard because they were on the field so much,” Nelson said.

Minnetonka amassed 21 yards on the drive, which included a 12-yard run from DeAndre Singleton, but was forced to punt. A fumbled reception

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Minnetonka senior captain Beau Bates (33) makes a diving tackle on Eden Prairie back Andrew Larson for a short gain in last week’s section final. Also in on the tackle was Sam Luetgers (21). and recovery from Skippers’ Sam Luetgers gave Minnetonka the ball at the 19.

After three plays and four yards, Lettieri, a University of Minnesota hockey recruit, came onto the field and booted a 32-yard field goal through the uprights for the 3-0 lead.

Even a boost from the return of running back Rashad Cohen, who was feared lost for the sea-

son after fracturing his foot in week six, couldn’t get the Skippers’ offense on track.

Mi nnetonka had just 6 5 yards of offense in the first half and 106 total yards for the game.

The Skippers had 32 rushing attempts netting just 70 yards.

By comparison, Eden Prairie had 230 yards of offense. Larson, who continued to not be 100 percent with a knee injury, ran

35 times for 131 yards.

The Skippers best drive of the game came midway through the third quarter after starting on their own 20. Singleton rushed for 12 yards on third down before Martinson hit Malcom Moore for 13 yards to reach midfield.

A holding penalty and illegal man downfield call halted the drive, forcing the Skippers to punt.

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CLASS AAA FOOTBALL

STATE CROSS COUNTRY

Fire earn another shot at state

Tonka’s Hoelscher runs 29th in state debut

BY ERIC KRAUSHAR scores@swpub.com

Holy Family Catholic came one win away from its first state championship in any sport last November in the Prep Bowl.

Rochester Lourdes had other plans, beating the Fire in the Class AAA title game 41-13.

But graduation hit the Fire hard. Gone from that squad were all-purpose quarterback Jef f Sou le, ha l f back Peter Vakulskas and tight end Peter Westerhaus. The trio accounted for more than 5,400 yards of offense and 55 of the team’s 62 touchdowns.

The losses were so deep, Holy Family Catholic Head Coach Dave Hopkins called the 2011 season a “rebuilding year” in the season outlook.

Through 10 games – nine wins – the Fire have proven their coach wrong.

“We have really good team chemistry. Every football team is tight and are friends with each other, but I think our team takes that to another level. We don’t have any cliques on our team. Everyone truly does get along,” Hopkins said.

“We have a very athletic senior class. They have really surprised me. They got us through some really tough playoff games,” the coach added.

Holy F a m i ly, t he C l a s s AAA state runners-up in 2010, stamped a return trip to the state tournament with a 49-31 win over Minneapolis Washburn in the Section 2A A A fi nals Nov. 4 in Victoria.

THROUGH THE AIR The Fire start the state journey with an unfamiliar foe in fi fth-ranked Fairmont (10-1) – a team that knocked off top-seeded Glencoe-Silver Lake in the Section 3AAA fi nals Nov. 4.

The Cardinals, a team from t he Sout h Cent ra l Con ference, have not been to state since 19 97. They have won four straight conference titles, though, posting 20 straight conference victories.

Fairmont and Holy Family Catholic had two common opponents this season in Waseca and New Ulm. The Cardinals beat Waseca 33-23 and New Ulm 47-14.

The Fire topped Waseca 2120 and 22-13 and New Ulm 40-12 way back in week three.

“The first thing I look at right away is common opponents and they had no problem with Waseca. They were up 33-8 at one point. But that’s in the past and we’re ready for this one. We’re ready for the challenge,” Hopkins said.

Fairmont quarterback Ben Kain hit running back Alek Borchardt on a screen pass that went 64 yards with less than two minutes to play to tie the game at 20 in the fi nals. An extra-point from Buddy Anderson gave the Cardinals the lead for good.

Glencoe-Silver Lake missed a potential game-winning field goal in the end.

Kain, who has 1,779 yards passing for the season, was

BY ERIC KRAUSHAR scores@swpub.com

Nerves and butterfl ies in the stomach are pretty routine for first-time runners at the State Cross Country Meet.

Minnetonka eighth-grader Lucy Hoelscher didn’t display a ny t h i n g t h at r e s emble d anxiety Saturday in the Class AA State Meet at St. Olaf College in Northfield.

The Skipper runner was 2 9 t h overa l l i n a ti me of 15:04.6. She was one of five middle school runners in the top 30.

Hoelscher was in 27th after one mile with a time of 5:40.51.

Mi nnetonka a lso had a single runner in the boys field with senior Kyle Anderson competing in his fi rst state meet.

Anderson placed 95th in a time of 17:01.4. His mile-split was a solid 5:01.87.

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Michael Roane (13) has been the jack of all trades this season, leading the Holy Family Catholic team in passing and rushing. On this play, he deflected the ball to teammate Derek Ogren (66) for the interception 13-for-20 for 216 yards and two interceptions in the section championship. He has completed more than 60 percent of his passes with 22 touchdowns through the air.

Kain’s favorite targets this season have been Bryce Holm (40-661-7) and Adam Schultz (40-569-7). The quarterback has had time to throw thanks to an offensive line that has allowed just six sacks in 11 games.

Brandon Martin (198-1,20519) and Borchardt (32-312-3) lead the Cardinals in rushing this season.

“When we go into a game, our biggest challenge is stopping the run. If they want to beat us by throwing over our heads, I’ll go across the field, tip my hat and congratulate them.

Our No. 1 priority is shutting down their running game,” Hopkins said.

Friday’s state quarterfi nal game, played on a neutral turf field, will be hosted by Chaska High School at 7 p.m. The Fire are happy to only have to travel four miles for their fi rst-round game.

When adding in the eightmile round trip to Chaska High School, the Fire have travelled just 92 miles this season in three road contests. In contrast, Holy Family opponents have logged more than 2,300 miles.

THE BIG DIFFERENCE The biggest reason Holy Family has gone from a rebuilding team to a state championship caliber squad is its 17 seniors

and none have been bigger than quarterback/safety/punter/ kicker Michael Roane.

Michael Roane scored three times in the fourth quarter to extend a three-point lead after three quarters in the Fire’s 51-34 win Nov. 4. The senior quarterback found paydirt from 47 yards twice as well as 10 yards out for the fi nal three touchdowns.

His season numbers are 1,432 yards on 196 yards on the ground with a team-high 13 touchdowns. Roane also has completed 74-of-151 passes for 1,164 yards and 13 scores.

Accounting for almost 2,600 total yards and 27 total touchdowns, Roane has done a great following in the footsteps of his former teammate Jeff Soule.

“There’s a lot to know with our offense. Michael has studied and accepted the challenge.

He’s very knowledgeable of what’s going on out there,” said Hopkins, who complimented the senior on being a “great special teams weapon.”

In other scoring plays, backs Connor Byrnes, Isaac Savaryn and Tanner Steen also scored on the ground, while Roane found Tommy Hanson from 15 yards out for the Fire.

Holy Family Catholic scored first on a Byrnes two-yard plunge, but Washburn struck right back on a 70-yard catch-and-run from Shakeel Nelson from quarterback Antonio Ayala.

The Fire retook the lead for good in the second quarter as Savaryn scored from 18 yards out before Hanson found the end

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zone for the 21-13 halftime lead.

Ayala and Nelson hooked up from the 10-yard line for the second Millers’ touchdown in the fi rst half.

Washburn scored twice in the third quarter on runs of two and six yards from Jeffery Jones, but a 14-yard run from Steen kept Holy Family in front 28-25. That’s when Roane took over with a trio of fourthquarter scores.

Roane rushed for 210 yards, while Steen, who returned the offensive side of the ball after a week absence, added 68 yards.

Roane also led the team in tackles with 13, while Michael Fritz recovered two fumbles and Savaryn had an interception. Roane was also 7-for-7 on extra-points.

Holy Family was outgained 549 to 387 by the Minneapolis City Con ference champion Millers.

“Our players needed to play eight full quarters. The word ‘battle-tested’ comes to mind.

We saw two teams that were very successful for very different reasons. Washburn had a ton of speed and was more of a finesse team. Waseca was more powerful and was just bigger.

We passed those tests and now we’re ready for another one,” the Fire coach said.

t it le w it h 9 2 p oi nt s w it h Burnsville in second with 105. Section 2AA champion Chanhassen was 11th with 271 points in its state team debut.

Also running at state from Holy Family Catholic were sisters Molly and Maria Eastman.

Side -by-side at the one mile mark, Maria, an eighthgrader making her fi rst state appearance, came across the line in 95th at 15:46.6. Molly, a sophomore, was 103rd at 15:51.2. The Fire runner was 12th at 15:19.5 in Class A in 2010.

Maria Hauger of Shakopee rallied down the homestretch to pass Alexandria’s Jamie Piep enbu rg for her t hi rd straight victory at 14: 01.1.

Monticello won the team title with 93 points followed by Lakeville South at 118.

S ec tion 2 A A ch a mpion Shakopee was fourth overall.

NEW TO CLASS

CLARK SECOND

While Chaska freshman Joey Duerr was able to hang with the front pack for most of the race, Holy Family Catholic senior Jensen Orlow, the Section 2AA champion, fell back fast on the hilly state course.

Orlow, who placed seventh in Class A with a time of 16:13 as a junior, struggled on the same course in the Class AA Meet in 80th place in a time if 16:51.1.

The Fire senior was among the lead pack through the fi rst mile in a fast time of 4:56.77, but the quick pace caught up to Orlow – one of the tallest runners in the field.

Wayzata’s Josh Thorson won his fi rst state in a time of 15:29 – 10 seconds faster than Rochester Mayo’s Riley Macon.

Stillwater won the team

A fter placing four th in Class A as a junior, Blake School’s Brandon Clark, a Chanhassen native, hoped it was his turn to win the title after the top-two finishers graduated and third-place r u n ner Muba ri k Musa of Worthington was moved to Class AA. Clark, ranked No. 1 al l season in Class A, led for the majority of the race before Nevis’ Bryon Schuldt passed him down the fi nal meters to deny the Blake runner of a state title.

Schuldt had been outside of the top 50 midway through the race.

Clark was 10 seconds faster than in 2010 with a time of 15:59.4. His one-mile split of 4:55.34 put him in second behind Waseca freshman Shane Streich.

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Minnetonka eighth-grader Lucy Hoelscher was 29th overall in the Class AA Cross Country Meet Saturday in Northfield. The Skippers’ top runner ran a time of 16:04.

VETERAN’S DAY

YOUTH SPORTS

Playing hockey for a cause

Sixth Grade Chanhassen Blue places third Chan Green Giants win CCFA title SUBMITTED PHOTOS

The Sixth Grade Blue Thunder Chanhassen football team took third place on Super Saturday, Oct. 30, at Storm Stadium. The team went 3-4-1 in the regular season play followed by a 2-1 record in post-season playoffs. The team is, front row from left, Cole Brown, Ryan Sibley, Sam Pederson, Chandler Monroe, Noah Gonzales, James Lisignoli, Teddy Smith, Drew Nelson, Jon Laurent, and Jake Christenson. Back row: Coach Guy Grindberg, Ben Boorsma, Charlie Kelly, Drew Schmidt, Andrew Wolfbauer, Ben Hicks, Cole Grindberg, Jake Maus, Alex Tyson, Jack Ragnow, and Coach Peter Kelly.

The Chanhassen Green Giants recently won the FifthGrade Championship game on CCFA’s Super Saturday Oct. 30. The Giants outscored its three opponents by a total score of 66-14 in the playoffs, and had a great overall season. Team members are, front row from left, Michael Zugan, Luke Puklich, and Kory Laehu. Second row: Dario Nevarez, Preston Cobos, Carson Funk, Kody Browne, Nick Craig, and Connor Engelking. Third row: Grant Krull, Mason Fischer, Matthew Boyum, Jacob Konz, Andrew Kodet, Luke Stromback, Regan Tollefson, and James Erickson. Back row: Coaches Jason Konz and Mike Funk.

WEEKLY SCHEDULES

Don’t miss this SECTION SWIM Both Minnetonka and Chanhassen compete in Section 6AA in girls swimming and diving – they might want to look at carpooling. The swimming prelims begin at 5 p.m. today with the finals at 1 p.m. Saturday.

Diving begins at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.

www.missotaconference.org School: www.district112.org/cns/ Hotline: (952) 361-CHAN (2426) TODAY, NOVEMBER 10 Swim at Section 6AA Meet (Edina), 5 p.m.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Dive at Section 6AA Meet (Edina), 5:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Swim/Dive at Section 6AA Meet (Edina), 1 p.m.

Chanhassen H.S.

Minnetonka H.S.

Web schedule:

Web schedule:

www.lakeconference.org Home hockey games at Pagel Activity Center TODAY, NOVEMBER 10 Swim at Section 6AA Meet (Edina), 5 p.m.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Dive at Section 6AA Meet (Edina), 5:30 p.m.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Swim/Dive at Section 6AA Meet (Edina), 1 p.m.

Girls Hockey at Anoka, 3 p.m.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 Girls Hockey vs. Burnsville, 7 p.m.

Holy Family Catholic Web schedule: www.mnriverconference.org School: www.hfchs.org Hotline: (952) 443-HOLY (4659), ext. 1111 TODAY, NOVEMBER 10 Swim/Dive at Section 3A Meet (Willmar), 5 p.m.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 Football vs. Fairmont (Chaska), 7 p.m.

Girls Hockey at Princeton, 7:15 p.m.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Swim/Dive at Section 3A Meet (Willmar), 10 a.m./3 p.m.

The NHL Alumni and the Mi n nesot a Wa r riors wi l l blend teams to play hockey on Nov. 11, 2011, Veteran’s Day, to honor Military Veterans past, present and future.

The Minnesota Warriors is a team comprised of Disabled Military Veterans that have come together to play hockey as a step into reintegration back into Civilian life. The NHL Alumni is an organization of former NHL pros that are giving to the communities.

On Friday, the two organizations will blend their teams and use the tradition of hockey to recognize and honor Military Veterans.

The event, which runs from 7:15 to 9:15 p.m., is being held at the Chaska Community Center at 1661 Park Ridge Drive.

There will also be an after party at the American Legion in downtown Chaska.

This event is open to the general public. Tickets for the game are $5 adults, students/ seniors $3 and Children under 6 are free. There will be an autograph session before the game by both teams and also at the after party. A silent auction will be run during the first two periods with memorabilia from both organizations and community members.

The Color Guard will be provided by the Poseidon Division of the Sea Cadets and National

Anthem will be preformed by the Daughters of the American Revolution. The Chaska Hockey Association will showcase their Mini-Mites during intermission.

The NHL Alumni’s Mission states: “The National Hockey League Alumni brings together former NHL players to support and participate in charitable causes, primarily those youth oriented; assist former players in their transition to life after hockey; and promote the game of hockey.”

Confirmed NHL alumni include Jack Carlson, Sean Toomey, Antti Laaksonen, Jeff Teal, Dave Snuggerrud, Reed Larson, Craig Norwich, Shjon Podein, Joe Dzeidzic, John Madden, Brad Maxwell, Tom Younghans, Chris Dahlquist, Steve Payne and Dave Richter.

The Minnesota Warriors Ice Hockey Program has been organized for United States Military personnel wounded, injured or disabled while fighting for our country. The Program educates, provides training and motivates our Veterans who have sustained a physical or mental disability incurred during service to our country. The Warriors are using the sport of Ice Hockey in an environment that is adapted to the level and ability of the participating athlete.

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SWIMMING AND DIVING

FIRE SIGNINGS

State meet hopes on the line

BY ERIC KRAUSHAR scores@swpub.com

State Standards

Bridgette Grobe and Kylie Dahlgren remember what it was like to swim in the Class AA State Swimming Meet a year ago. The Chanhassen underclassmen hope to experience that feeling once again this season.

Just hopefully in more than one event.

Grobe is seeking a spot in state in the 100-yard breastst roke i ndividua l ly, whi le Dahlgren, a freshman, will swim for a place in state in the 200 individual medley and 100-yard backstroke.

“I feel like this year everyone is trying to step it up more and try harder. We’re going to have a big state team this year and a lot of people want to be a part of something big and good,” said Grobe, a sophomore.

“Our relays have been getting (cut) times during the season compared to last year where we only got them at sections. We have a much better chance at getting more relays and having a much bigger team for state,” Dahlgren said.

Both swimmers competed on the 200 medley relay team that placed 19th in Class AA in 2010. That experience has fueled them to want more this year.

Da h lg ren a l ready has reached the state standard of 2 :11.89 in the individual medley and is closing in on the backstroke cut of 1:00.90. “ T hi s ye a r I’ve a l re ady

Class AA 200 medley relay: 1:52.77 200 freestyle: 1:57.02 200 individual medley: 211.89 50 freestyle: 24.72 100 butterfly: 59.97 100 freestyle: 53.82 500 freestyle: 5:13.21 200 freestyle relay: 1:41.39 100 backstroke: 1:00.90 100 breaststroke: 1:09.08 400 freestyle relay: 3:41.03 gotten the state standard, so I’m not guaranteed, but I’m more confident that I can do it,” Dahlgren said. “With my backstroke, I’m hoping I can still drop time and get in.”

“I’d say my IM is my stronger event, but I feel like they are both strong,” she added.

Grobe has been close all season on the breaststroke sta nda rd, hit ti ng t he wa l l more than two seconds off the 1:09.08 at an October true team section event.

“I feel better this year because I’m closer with my times than last year. I’m way more excited to see where I am because I feel like I’m going to get it,” said Grobe, who will also compete in diving.

“It’s pretty nice being able to put all of my effort into the breaststroke,” she added.

After almost two weeks of practice between the conference meet and sections, Chanhassen is ready to hit the pool again.

PHOTO BY ERIC KRAUSHAR

Hannah Schonhardt inks her name on a National Letter of Intent to the University of Northern Iowa alongside her parents during a signing Wednesday in front of the entire Holy Family Catholic student body.

Schonhardt, Ralston sign letters of intent

BY ERIC KRAUSHAR scores@swpub.com

PHOTO BY ERIC KRAUSHAR

Chanhassen freshman Kylie Dahlgren competed in the Class AA State Meet on a relay a year ago. Now, she’s hoping to qualify in a pair of individual events out of Section 6AA in Edina this weekend.

“The time has been nice to try to perfect some things, but we’re ready to go,” Grobe said.

Both swimmers said it was a good experience to compete against section teams Minnetonka, Edina and Hopkins at the Section 6AA True Team Meet three weeks ago and get accustomed to competing in a bigger setting.

Like true team sections,

Section 6AA is held at Edina Middle School with swimming preliminaries at 5 p.m. today with the fi nals at 1 p.m.

Saturday. Diving begins at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.

All swimmers fi nishing in the top-two or under the state cut qualify for the state meet, which begins Friday, Nov. 18, at the University of Minnesota. The top four divers also qualify for state.

SPORTS BRIEFS

Basketball tournament draws large crowd The Chaska Area Youth Basketball Association is hosting its annual Chaska Classic Boys Basketball Tournament this Saturday and Sunday. More than 1,200 players from grades 4-8 on 128 teams representing 14 metro area communities will play in 200 games at Chaska and Chanhassen High Schools and Pioneer Ridge Middle School. Come support the future stars as they compete in the two-day tournament. At least 2,000 spectators are expected. Fans wearing Chaska apparel are granted free admission.

New gym bringing cheer to West Metro Southwest All Stars Competitive Cheerleading Team announced the grand opening of its new gym on Hamilton Road in Eden Prairie from 2 to 5 p.m., Sat., Nov. 19. The public is invited to tour the gym, watch stunting, tumbling and cheerleading

demonstrations, and pre-register for the 2012-2013 season.

When most people in Minnesota think of cheerleading, they think of pom-poms and sideline chants, but All Star Cheerleading is much more. Athletes from all over the Twin Cities practice 3-6 hours per week perfecting high energy routines that combine stunting, tumbling, jumps and dance. Cheerleaders are trained by certified instructors to compete at national level competitions against the best in the sport. Southwest All Stars has teams for ages 5-18 with all levels of ability. Southwest All Stars is also in its’ third year of offering an Adaptive Cheer Team that competes at several local competitions.

New owner and Head Coach Lindsay Lockman said, “When I bought this team, I wanted to create a program where athletes could experience all of the rewards and life lessons I have received during my career as an All Star Cheerleader. I believe in helping each member build confidence, self-discipline, good sportsmanship and above all the ability to work as a team.

These are skills that will make our athletes successful in all aspects of their life.”

Take your car search for a spin.

Holy Family Catholic seniors Kasey Ralston and Hannah Schonhardt made history Wednesday, becoming the fi rst Fire athletes to sign Division I National Letter of Intents in their respective sports of baseball and women’s basketball.

Ralston, who throws an 88 mph fastball, inked his name with Indiana University of the Big Ten. Schonhardt, a three-sport athlete, stayed closer to home by signing with the University of Northern Iowa.

“I wanted to keep my options open and check out everything that was there. I went down (to Indiana) and I just fell in love with it. I love the campus and I love the coaches. It was a great fit,” Ralston said.

“Just playing AAU, (UNI) sent me letters and I fi lled out a form and they contacted me when they could. I went and visited and I loved it. I just love the coach Tanya Warren. She’s a great coach. The campus is perfect size because I’m used to smaller schools,” said Schonhardt, who also is interested in the school’s Elementary Education program.

Schonhardt, a Waconia native, is a former state high jump champion in track and was a standout in volleyball for three seasons for the Fire. She led the Minnesota River in blocks in the fall sport as a freshman and sophomore and again as a senior was the team’s most valuable player.

In basketball, she has averaged 14 points and 12 rebounds a game during her three-year varsity career. She also adds in three steals, three blocks

and two assists a contest. Her awards include two all-state honorable mention honors as well as all-conference three times.

Schon ha rdt has a l ready topped 1,000 points for her career and will surpass the 1,000 mark for rebounds early in the 2011-2012 season. When she does, she will become the fi rst player in school history to have achieved those marks.

She a l ready ow ns seven school records with one season to play.

“I just want to go out and have fun and be competitive,” said Schonhardt. “I’d like to go to state. Basically, that’s my goal for my senior year.”

A HOOSIER Ralston has been a starter on the Fire baseball team since he was a freshman. He helped Holy Family to back-to-back conference titles and section runnerup fi nishes in 2010 and 2011.

Last year, he was selected all-conference, all-section and the Minnesota River Pitcher of the Year. His statistics included an 8-1 record with a 1.33 earned run average with 87 strikeouts in 58 innings pitched. He also batted .400 with three home runs.

“I went down to Georgia for a baseball tournament and they were down there and they saw me. And I also went to the Nike Area Code Games in Chicago where over a hundred colleges and scouts were there. They saw me there, too,” said Ralston on how Indiana came into the picture.

The Fire senior said he’s excited to pitch in the Big Ten and have a chance some day to possibly pitch at home against the University of Minnesota.

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Individual Registration: For adults and youth. Call (763) 559-6700 to sign up.

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Lessons: For private or semiprivate, call (763) 694-2050 for Maple Grove and (763) 694-7800 for Bloomington.

“We’ve got third-generation skiers coming out to take lessons. It’s really quite something. It’s amazing how busy this place is here in the winter.”

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couple weeks ago, a huge Nor’easter dumped record snow on the East Coast, despite the calendar still reading October.

Remember 20 years ago, the Halloween Blizzard of 1991 when Old Man Winter dropped a record 28.4 inches of snow on the Twin Cities over a three-day period?

Call it a reminder that winter will soon be on its way.

This time of year, many skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts are dusting off their equipment, awaiting their chance to hit the slopes or fly through the air on a wicked snowboard jump.

If you are a beginning skier or snowboarder or are just looking for some friendly competition, perhaps you should look into Three Rivers Park District’s Snow Sports Academy.

Registration for youth and adult programs is underway, along with

competitive team signups at either Elm Creek in Maple Grove or Hyland Ski & Snowboard Area in Bloomington.

Three Rivers Park District has instructors from all over the Midwest, using proven teaching techniques to help you learn the basics or take your skills to an even higher level. The academy offers group lessons and semi-private lessons based on the need of the individual.

According to Fred Seymour, alpine services manager at Hyland, between 35,000 and 38,000 lessons are given each winter at Hyland, ranging from toddlers to adults.

The Snow Sports Academy has been around more than 50 years.

“The program has been a huge success,” Seymour said. “We’ve got third-generation skiers coming out to take lessons. It’s really quite something. It’s amazing how busy this place is here in the winter.

“We’ve had skiers take lessons who have gone on to compete in the (Winter) X-Games and even the Olympics.”

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Getting to the Olympics is a long shot for many young skiers, but there are other good reasons to brave the chilly winter temperatures either on a pair of skis or snowboard.

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“The beauty of winter sports is you can do it from childhood to older age,” Stephen Olvey, a doctor and professor at the University of Miami School of Medicine, told WebMD.com in a story about top winter sports. “It also lends itself to family involvement so you can have kids, grandkids and grandparents all involved.”

According to Olvey, downhill skilling is “a power sport that

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Above – The Snow Sports Academy also offers downhill ski lessons for all ages at either Elm Creek in Maple Grove or Hyland Ski & Snowboard Area in Bloomington.

Top – Three Rivers Park District’s Snow Sports Academy offers lessons and competitive team opportunities for snowboarding.

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HIGH SCHOOL THEATER

All the world’s a stage Area high school drama departments are in full swing this month with musicals, comedies and more.

‘ONCE UPON A MATTRESS’ Due to an unhappy curse, King Sextimus is unable to speak. Meanwhile, his terror of a wife, Queen Aggravian, has taken over control of the kingdom. In an attempt to keep Prince Dauntless single, she has decreed that only the princess that can pass her test may marry her son and no one else in the kingdom may marry until Prince Dauntless does. Enter Princess Winnifred the Woebegone and the Princess and the Pea-based tale unfolds.

Time: 7 p.m. Nov. 12, 17-19; 2 p.m. Nov. 13 Cost: Adults $12; students and seniors $10 Location: Chaska High School Auditorium, Chaska Info: (952) 556-3516 or ticketturtle.com

‘GREASE’ When wholesome good girl Sandy and greaser renegade Danny fall in love over the summer, they never expect to see each other again.

But when they both discover that they’re attending the same high school, social differences challenge their romance.

Time: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17-19; 2 p.m. Nov. 20 Cost: Adults $6; students and seniors $4 Location: Shakopee Senior High School, 100 17th Ave. W., Shakopee Info: (612) 454-0329

‘COMPLETELY HOLLYWOOD (ABRIDGED)’ The audience will see more than 180 movies in less than two hours when the

Cost: Adults $6; students and seniors $4 Location: Jordan High School, 600 Sunset Dr., Jordan Info: (952) 492-4400

‘FOOTLOOSE’

Jordan High School Theatre Department produces a satirical tribute to the film industry in its fall play “Completely Hollywood (Abridged).”

Time: 7:30 p.m., Nov. 17-19; 2 p.m., Nov. 20

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, Ren isn’t prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, many of the locals are eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges is one of a father longing for the son he lost and of a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.

Time: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17-19; 2 p.m. Nov. 20 Cost: Adults $10; students $7 Location: Prior Lake-Savage High School, 7575 150th St., Savage Info: (952) 226-8637 or (952) 226-8791

‘ANNE OF GREEN GABLES’ In the early 1900s, two elderly siblings adopt an orphan girl, Anne Shirley, who is outspoken, opinionated and good-hearted.

Anne must win over the people of Avonlea, who see an orphan as being nothing but trouble. Through trials and tribulations, Anne wins over those important to her and matures into young womanhood.

Time: 7 p.m. Nov. 17-19; 2 p.m. Nov. 20 Cost: Adults $6; children $4 Location: Belle Plaine Performing Arts Center, 130 Willow St. S., Belle Plaine Info: (952) 873-2403

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NOV. 10 O’ROURKE’S FEAST O’Rourke’s Feast, a new Irish traditional music ensemble led by button accordion legend Paddy O’Brien, will perform.

Time: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 10 Cost: Adults $15; children and seniors $10 Location: Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins Info: hopkinsmn.com or (952) 9791100

lived together and depended on each other for more than 50 years. Their comfortable routine is upended when they meet Jennifer, a local college student, and David, who lives across the street.

Time: Evening and matinee showtimes Nov. 11-20 Cost: Adults $20; students and seniors $17 Location: Burnsville Performing Arts Center, 12600 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville Info: (952) 895-4680 or ticketmaster.com

More than 500 artists and craftspeople from 30 states will offer handcrafted and one-of-a-kind home décor and gifts. There will be entertainment throughout the day and refreshments available for purchase.

Gift certificates will be awarded hourly.

Time: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday-Friday, Nov. 10-11; 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13 Cost: Adults $8, seniors $7, children 10 and younger free Location: Canterbury Park, 1100 Canterbury Road S., Shakopee Info: hpifestivals.com

Friday

NOV. 11 VETERANS HOCKEY The Minnesota Warriors, made up of disabled military veterans, face off against NHL alumni. Daughters of the American Revolution will sing the National Anthem and the Poseidon Division of the Sea Cadets will be the Color Guard.

Time: 7:15-9:15 p.m., Friday, Nov. 11 Cost: $5 adults; $3 students and seniors; under 6 free; vets free with military ID. Location: Chaska Community Center arena, 1661 Park Ridge Drive, Chaska

‘ONCE UPON A MATTRESS’ Due to an unhappy curse, King Sextimus is unable to speak.

Meanwhile, his terror of a wife, Queen Aggravian, has taken over control of the kingdom. In an attempt to keep Prince Dauntless single, she has decreed that only the princess that can pass her test may marry her son and no one else in the kingdom may marry until Prince Dauntless does. Enter Princess Winnifred the Woebegone and the Princess and the Pea-based tale unfolds.

Time: 7 p.m. Nov. 11-12, 17-19; 2 p.m. Nov. 13 Cost: Adults $12; students and seniors $10 Location: Chaska High School Auditorium, Chaska Info: (952) 556-3516 or ticketturtle. com

Saturday

NOV. 12 VARIETY SHOW

‘DRACULA’

A variety show, “It’s Coming From the Heart” with raffles and special guests.

The show benefits the Bountiful Basket Food Shelf, Feed my Starving Children and Love INC. Time: 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 12. General seating one half hour before the performance.

Cost: Free, but bring non-perishable food items or cash donation.

Location: Chaska Community Center Theater, 1661 Park Ridge Drive, Chaska

Minnetonka Theatre presents “Dracula – The Musical” (Nov. 4-19).

The performance in the new Studio Theatre, will feature cast members modeling some of Catherine Zuber’s Tony Award nominated costumes from the original Broadway production.

This event will be hosted immediately before the matinee on Nov. 13.

Location: Minnetonka High School Arts Center on 7 Info: For tickets and showtimes (limited seating), call the Box Office at (952) 401-5898.

Southwest Metro Animal Rescue pet adoptions features nine lab mix puppies, with other dogs and cats. All dogs and cats are microchipped, vet checked, vaccinations up-to-date and spayed/neutered, if over 6 months.

Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 12 Location: PetsMart, 11200 Prairie Lakes Drive, Eden Prairie Info: http://swmetroanimalrescue. org; (952) 368-7297

PET ADOPTION

VETERANS DAY REMEMBRANCE Visitors may tour historic buildings in the Village of Eagle Creek, observe Thanksgiving preparations,

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‘WE GATHER TOGETHER’ Thanksgiving is coming and Cele and Alicia have no idea what chaos it will bring into their lives. These two sisters, who couldn’t be more different, have

PUBLIC ENROLLMENT MEETINGS FOR PROSPECTIVE PARENTS Meeting dates are

October 18 & November 15 7:00 – 8:30 pm 112050 Hundertmark Rd., Chaska Attendance is strongly urged at both meetings prior to enrollment.

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SCHOOLS HOST VETERANS DAY CELEBRATIONS

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haska Middle School West and Excelsior Elementary

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Set in the 1930s, “Lend Me a Tenor” is a madcap, screwball comedy that takes place when Tito Merelli, the 4X4 CULINARY CLASSES fiery-tempered and world famous AND WINE PAIRINGS Italian superstar, arrives in Cleveland, In these Thursday evening dinners, Ohio, to make his debut with the local food- and wine-lovers will experience opera and promptly goes missing.

Minnesota wines and gourmet menus.

Chaos on a truly operatic level ensues A leading chef will demonstrate how as the show’s presenter and his to create the four-course dinners hapless assistant conspire to cover served and University of Minnesota for Tito’s absence, placate his hotEnologist Katie Cook will guide blooded wife and distract his most participants through the wine pairings. passionate fans. Nov. 13 performance Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Nov. will be audio described.

10 and Dec. 1 Time: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 11-12, 18-19; Cost: per dinner: $55 for Arboretum 2 p.m. Nov. 13 and 20 members; $60 for non members Cost: Through Nov. 1 adults $10; Location: Harvest Kitchen Minnesota after Nov. 1 adults $14, students and Landscape Arboretum, 3675 seniors $12 Arboretum Dr., Chaska Location: Shakopee Junior High Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu and School, 200 10th Ave. E., Shakopee click on Learn, Education for Adults Info: rivervalleytheatrecompany.com and Cooking or call (952) 443-1422

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Chaska Middle School West hosts its annual Veterans Day Celebration 7-9 a.m., Friday, Nov. 11. Pictured is the American Legion and VFW Honor Guard from last year’s event.

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The event itself begins with a flag raising ceremony at the entrance to CMSW, followed by a 45-minute program in the CMSW gymnasium.

The program will include a veterans walk, student speeches, and patriotic music performed by the CMSW band. Veterans are invited to attend. Call (952) 556-7400 for directions or more details.

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Fourth-grade students at Excelsior Elementary will present a program at 9:15 a.m. Friday, Nov. 11. Guest speakers will include Curt Carpenter, principal at Clear Springs Elementary who is an Air Force veteran, and Tad Shaw, a former school board member and U.S. Army veteran.

view military displays and enjoy refreshments served in the Town Hall.

A special 1 p.m. program will feature speeches, music and Abraham Lincoln reciting the Gettysburg Address. Enter park through West Entrance.

Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 Cost: Ages 18-64 $5; ages 2-17 and seniors $3; children younger than 2 free Location: The Landing - Minnesota River Heritage Park, 2187 County Road 101 E., Shakopee Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org

HOLIDAY DECORATING WITH MASTER GARDENERS Master Gardeners Barbarajo Kuzelka and John Trog will demonstrate how to use natural materials to make holiday decorations. Sponsored by the Friends of the Chanhassen Library.

Time: 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 Cost: Free Location: Chanhassen Library, 7711 Kerber Blvd., Chanhassen Info: (952) 227-1500 or www. carverlib.org

DIVAS NIGHT OUT & HOLIDAY SHOPPING AT THE ARB Enjoy an evening of music, wine and wellness. This fun evening includes wine tastings and food samplings, cash bar and appetizer menu, a fashion show and live music by the BZ Girls. Psychic Ruth Lordan and friends will provide readings. Local artisans and boutiques will sell handcrafted jewelry, clothing and unique treasures.

Time: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12 Cost: $25 per person includes wine tasting and a feather boa Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu/divas. aspx or (952) 443-1422

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NOV. 14 OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD Valley Evangelical Free Church will be an Operation Christmas Child collection center for packed shoeboxes from Nov. 14-20. The boxes of necessities and gifts will

be delivered to children in countries around the world.

Time: Drop off hours are 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Nov. 14, 15; 5-7 p.m., Nov. 16; 4-6 p.m., Nov. 17; 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Nov. 18; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Nov. 19; 9-11:30 a.m., Nov. 20 Location: Valley Evangelical Free Church, 150 Engler Blvd., Chaska, Info: samaritanpurse.org; (952) 448-6144

required; a light supper provided.

Time: 5:30-7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 15 Cost: Free Location: St. Gertrude’s, 1850 Sarazin Street, Shakopee Info: (952) 233-4488; Yvonne. anderson@bhshealth.org; www. stgertrudesshakopee.org

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Mary Hershberger-Thun, mayor of Victoria; Tom Furlong, mayor of SCANDINAVIAN HOLIDAYS Chanhassen; Mark Windschitl, mayor Annual Taste of Scandinavia & Holiday of Chaska; and Greg Osterdyk, mayor Craft Sale, held by the Sons of Norway of Carver will provide brief updates on their cities and answer questions Vestland Lodge 601, includes food, during this SouthWest Metro Chamber woodworking, arts and crafts, bake of Commerce monthly luncheon. sale and silent auction.

Seating is limited, walk-ins not Time: 7-9 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 15 guaranteed.

Cost: $5 per plate Time: 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m., Wednesday, Location: Minnetonka Community Nov. 16 Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd, Cost: $25 for members; $30 for nonMinnetonka members DIALOGUES Location: Hazeltine National Golf Club, 1900 Hazeltine Blvd., Chaska Professional pollster Bill Morris of Info: swmetrochamber.com; (952) Decision Resources and former U.S. 474-3233 Congressman David Minge lead the dialogue about what Morris calls “The HOMEBUYER SEMINAR New Normal,” as part of the Dialogues series “Polarization and Civility.” This The Carver County CDA holds a program was originally scheduled for comprehensive home buyer seminar Nov. 1. with tips on getting good home loans, Time: 7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 15 knowing financing options, details Cost: Free of the real estate purchase process, Location: Shepherd of the Hill documents and the responsibilities of Presbyterian Church, 145 Engler homeownership.

Boulevard, Chaska Time: 6-9 p.m., Nov. 16; 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Nov. 19 SKEETS LANGLEY Cost: $30 per family; Individual Loan Counseling appointments are optional The Sons of Norway – Scandia Lodge and free except for the credit report. features a halibut dinner, with music Info: (952) 448-7715

by Skeets Langley, world champion accordionist. Door prizes will be BURGERS awarded. Reservations required.

Time: 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 15 The Sheriff’s Office cooks burgers with Cost: $18 the fixings.

Location: Island View Golf Club in Time: 5-7:30 p.m.

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The seminar will give information in dealing with grief, especially during the holiday season. Registration is

Mayer Lutheran High School presents Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast.”

Time: 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 17, Friday, Nov. 18 and Saturday, Nov. 19; 2 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 20 Cost: Adults, $7; students, $5

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CHRISTKINDLSMARKT The fifth annual Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt, an open air Christmas market, will be held Nov. 25, 26, and 27 in downtown Excelsior.

Opening: The market opens at 10 a.m. Nov. 25, preceded by the Christkindlsmarkt parade down Water Street. The parade is lead by the Christmas Angel, the newly crowned Prince and Princess of the German organization Spielmannszug, the Minnetonka High School Chamber Singers, Mrs. Minnesota USA , Mayor Nick Ruehl, Darel Liepold the Town Crier, and our Christkindlsmarkt Santa.

GREEN GIFT GALA The Carver County Historical Society holds its winter Green Gift Gala.

Kids can enjoy hot cocoa and cookies, make homemade Christmas ornaments, used recycled materials to make gifts for family and read “When Santa Turned Green.” They will also learn ways to make their holidays more “green.” Parents, drop your kids off for a free afternoon to Christmas shop. Registration required.

Time: Noon-3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 3 Cost: Free Location: 555 West First Street Info: (952) 442-4234; hgould@ co.carver.mn.us

SANTA AT TRADITIONS Traditions – Old & New is holding a Santa breakfast buffet, with a special visit from Santa Claus.

Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 4 Location: Traditions, at Dahlgreen Golf Course, 6940 Dahlgren Road, Chaska Info: dahlgreen.com; (952) 4487463

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COMMUNITY GATHERINGS TAIZÉ PRAYER — People of all Christian traditions are welcome to join in this ecumenical prayer at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 10, at St. Hubert Church, 8201 Main Street, Chanhassen. The candle-lit service includes sung prayer, rich silence, scripture readings and a reflection.

KIDS AGAINST HUNGERWEST PACKATHON — Kids Against Hunger-West Metro (KAH-WM) is holding its seventh annual packathon Friday and Saturday Nov. 11 and 12 at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Excelsior. In light of the following Monday’s VikingsPackers game, fans are invited to wear their team’s gear and see who can raise more money to tackle hunger. Donations are off to a great start thanks to a $10,000 gift from Mount Calvary members Steve and Sue LaCroix. The 2011 KAH-WM Packathon will be from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. More than 900 volunteers are expected to take part. For more information, call Renee Whisnant, KAH-WM communications coordinator, at (612) 940-1950.

SW METRO AD/HD SUPPORT GROUP — The Southwest Metro AD/HD support group will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 14, at the Eden Prairie Schools Administrative Services Building, 8100 School Road (Just off of Scenic Heights between Mitchell and Eden Prairie roads.) Gary Johnson, executive director of CALM Clinic will speak on “What really is ADHD and what helps?”

This workshop is directed at parents and teachers to give a deeper and clearer understanding of this complicated and often misunderstood disorder.

New research, treatments and practical strategies will be discussed. For more information, contact Cindy Lea at (612) 965-3052 or e-mail Cindy@SucceedingwithADD.com.

CHILD CARE TRAINING — The Carver County Licensed Childcare Association is hosting a training at the Early Childhood Center, located at 110600 Village Road, Chaska, in the multi-purpose room from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15. The topic will be “Sign Language to Songs” presented by Denise Meyer. This training will help with some basic signs and work up to signing songs along with words. Registration begins at 6:15 p.m. The event is free to all members; non-members needing a training certificate will be charged $20 at the door.

Membership information can be found at www.cclchildcare. org L E GION AU X I L I A RY

BAKE SALE — The Chanhassen Legion Auxiliary Unit 580 will be having a bake sale on at 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at the Legion during the November Fish Fry from 5 p.m. until the goodies are gone. Proceeds will be going to Minnesota Nice, which sends care packages to deployed servicemen.

MEET THE BOGLEHEADS – Newcomers are invited to join a local group of do-it-yourself investors who use common sense, low-cost methods to successfully manage their own finances. Discuss your options with the local group or ask your question on our national forum, Bogleheads.org. The next meeting will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at the Chanhassen Library, Lewis room. Agenda: Review the Boglehead investing principles and Rick Ferri’s new book, “The Power of Passive Investing.”

TASTE OF SCANDINAVIA — The women of St. Andrew Lutheran/EP and St. Andrew Lutheran/West will present a short program and a taste of traditional Scandinavian treats from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 19, at St. Andrew, located at 13600 Technology Drive, Eden Prairie. The program will feature “Watching for the Light,” singing of Advent Carols and the Joy Bell Choir. Tickets are $ 8 and purchasing of tickets in advance is encouraged. For information or tickets, call (952) 937-2776.

CHANT HU — The public is invited to Eckankar to chant Hu from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, at the Temple of ECK, 7450 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen.

Hu is described as the “oncesecret name for God.” For more information, go online at www.

TempleofECK.org.

CHRISTKINDLSMARKT – The fifth annual Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt, an open air Christmas market, will be held Nov. 25, 26, and 27 in downtown Excelsior. The market opens at 10 a.m. Nov. 25, preceded by the Christkindlsmarkt parade down Water Street. The parade is lead by the Christmas Angel, the newly crowned Prince and Princess of the German organization Spielmannszug, the Minnetonka High School Chamber Singers, Mrs. Minnesota USA , Mayor Nick Ruehl, Darel Liepold the Town Crier, and our Christkindlsmarkt Santa.

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 CarverScott Humane Society is with-

out 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) 865-9178.

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.

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MEDITATION CLASS — A meditation class led by a Buddhist 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 ser vice available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week.

To reach the Mental Health Crisis Program, call (952) 4427601.

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 first 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 fi rst 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.

OPERATION MINNESOTA 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.

W E S T M E T R O N E TWORKING GROUP — West Metro Network, a professional, referral-based network compr ised 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) 9379596.

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TOASTMASTERS — The Rosemount Toastmasters club meets 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.

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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.

als 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.

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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.

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publicnotices NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage: DATE OF MORTGAGE: September 8, 2006.

O R I G I N A L P R I N C I PA L A M O U N T O F M O RT G AG E : $1,000,000.00 MORTGAGOR(S): M&P Partners, LLP; M&P-P, LLC MORTGAGEE: Peoples Bank of Commerce DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Recorded September 13, 2006, at the Office of the County Recorder, Carver County, Minnesota A S S I G N M E N T O F M O RTGAGE: N/A STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: VACANT LAND, Chaska, Minnesota LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The West Half of the Southeast Quarter of Section 1, Township 115, Range 24, Carver County, Minnesota and that part of the East Half of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 1 that lies Westerly of a line described as follows: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said East Half of the Southeast Quarter, thence on an assumed bearing of South 87 degrees 11 minutes 55 seconds West along the South line of said East Half of the Southeast Quarter, a distance of 788.70 feet to the point of beginning of the line to be described; thence North 04 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, a distance of 272.58 feet; thence North 08 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, a distance of 99.00 feet; thence North 04 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, a distance of 182.82 feet; thence North 26 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, a distance of 145.20 feet; thence North 31 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, a distance of 66.00 feet; thence North 46 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, a distance of 165.00 feet; thence North 21 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, a distance of 66.00 feet; thence North 25 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, a distance of 99.00 feet; thence North 20 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, a distance of 99.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, a distance of 432.96 feet; thence North 36 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, a distance of 209.22 feet, thence North 05 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West, a distance of 92.40 feet; thence North 25 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, a distance of 153.12 feet; thence North 66 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East, a distance of 184.80; thence North 01 degrees 29 minutes

time allowed by law for redemption by said mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns is two (2) months from the date of sale.

DATE AND TIME MORTGAGOR MUST VACATE THE PREMISES: Unless said mortgage is reinstated or the property redeemed, or unless the time for redemption is reduced by judicial order, you must vacate the premises by 11:59 p.m. on January 18, 2012 THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032 DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED. Dated: October 13, 2011 People’s Bank of Commerce, Mortgagee SAPIENTIA LAW GROUP, PLLC By: /s/ Chris E. Royal Chris E. Royal, Esq. (#0313154) 12 South Sixth Street #1242 Minneapolis, MN 55402 Attorneys for Mortgagee THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. (Published in the Chanhassen Villager on Thursday, October 20, 27 and November 3, 10, 2011; No. 4566)

04 seconds East, a distance of 655.39 feet to the North line of said East Half of the Southeast Quarter and said line there terminating.

EXCEPT That part of the West Half of the Southeast Quarter of Section 1, Township 115, Range 24, Carver County, Minnesota, described as follows: Beginning at the Southeast corner of said West Half of the Southeast Quarter; thence on an assumed bearing of South 87 degrees 11 minutes 55 seconds West along the South line of said West Half of the Southeast Quarter a distance of 441.61 feet; thence North 02 degrees 15 minutes 43 seconds East a distance of 327.61 feet; thence North 40 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West a distance of 256.03 feet; thence North 03 degrees 54 minutes 10 seconds West a distance of 163.12 feet; thence North 72 degrees 36 minutes 27 seconds West a distance of 129.92 feet; thence North 21 degrees 48 minutes 49 seconds West a distance of 39.84 feet; thence North 05 degrees 21 minutes 33 seconds West a distance of 59.43 feet; thence North 78 degrees 19 minutes 04 seconds West a distance of 54.80 feet; thence North 38 degrees 40 minutes 37 seconds West a distance of 26.11 feet; thence North 87 degrees 11 minutes 55 seconds East a distance of 822.01 feet to the East line of said West Half of the Southeast Quarter; thence South 00 degrees 10 minutes 40 seconds West along said East line a distance of 871.20 feet to the point of beginning.

TA X PA R C E L I . D. N O. : 04.0010710 COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Carver County THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE, INCLUDING TAXES, IF ANY, PAID

BY MORTGAGEE: INTEREST RATE AND PER DIEM: Current interest rate is 6.00%, with a daily per diem of $142.08.

THAT no action or proceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt secured by said mortgage, or any part thereof; that there has been compliance with all pre-foreclosure notice and acceleration requirements of said mortgage, and/or applicable statutes; PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above-described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows: DATE AND TIME OF SALE: November 18, 2011, 10 AM. PLACE OF SALE: Carver County Sheriff ’s Office, 606 East Fourth Street, Chaska, MN, 553182102, pay the debt then secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any actually paid by the mortgagee, on the premises and the costs and disbursements allowed by law. The

Early Deadline Notice due to the Thanksgiving Holiday will be at 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 16, 2011 for the November 24, 2011 edition of the Chanhassen Villager.

Faxes are not accepted.

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.

VOLUNTEER TO DELIVER MEALS — The CAP Agency Meals on Wheels program in Chanhassen is in need of volunteer drivers to deliver meals to older individuals. Meal delivery is Monday through Friday morning, f lexible schedules.

Contact Jody at (952) 227-1127 to volunteer.

UPCOMING M EDICA R E OPEN ENROLLMENT PERIOD — Starting this year, the Medicare Open Enrollment Period begins and ends earlier – Oct. 15 – Dec. 7, 2011. During this time, you can change your Medicare health or prescription drug coverage for 2012. Several dates have been scheduled for one-to-one assistance with a trained counselor.

You will be able to review Part D plans and explore plan options. Appointment times are: Wednesday, Nov. 16, 1-4 p.m.; Monday, Nov. 21, 9 a.m.-noon; Monday, Nov. 28, 9 a.m.-noon; Thursday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-noon.

Please call the Senior Center at (952) 227-1124 to schedule your appointment.

DETAILS WITH THE DEPUTIES — Join us for coffee, donuts and casual conversation with the Chanhassen’s Sheriff Deputies. This month the topic will focus on transportation and driver safety issues in Chanhassen. Hear what’s going on in the area and share what’s on your mind.

Date : Monday, Nov. 14, Topic-Internet Fraud Time: 9 a.m.

Cost: Free but please call to register.

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.

DEFENSIVE DRIVING — The Senior Center offers both a first-time defensive driving class (8 hour) and refresher course (4 hour) for participants who have taken the class before. An insurance discount certificate is given to everyone after completion of the class.

The cost is $16/18 per person.

The $16 rate applies for AARP members and the $18 rate is for non AARP members. Payment is due with registration. Make checks payable to the city of Chanhassen. Pre-registration is required for these classes and is due 5 days prior to start date.

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Bruce Granowski and his granddaughter Natalie Granowski are pictured at the recent Grand Times Together: Grandparent & Me Pumpkin Painting class. deadline: Nov. 21 SA N TA FLUN K ED R E TIREMENT — The Chanhassen Senior Center Women’s Club invites you to join them for a special holiday treat. Christmas cookies and coffee will be served while we enjoy the delightful play “Santa Flunked Retirement.” The play opens with Santa and his devoted wife, Mrs. Claus, in a serious discussion. Santa is depressed, discouraged, and feeling he is being disrespected because people are not interested in him anymore. Everyone is ordering their gifts over the Internet he complains to Mrs. Claus and he wants to retire. Adding to these feelings of misery brings an energetic troupe of performers, as reindeers, elves and others to try in their own humorous way of talking Santa out of retirement, only to make matters worse.

The play is filled with laughter, sweetness, and silliness.

Date: Dec. 12 Time: 10 a.m.

Cost: $3 Payment/registration deadline: Dec. 5

AARP Driver Safety Program (DSP) will be offering a special promotion during the month of November. To recognize and thank veterans for their dedication and commitment to service, the program will offer a free classroom course to all veterans from Nov. 1 through Nov. 30. To receive the free classroom course, veterans and/or veterans’ spouses should present some form of military identification. Registrations for November classes are on a firstcome, first-served basis.

4-hour refresher class Wednesday, Nov. 9, from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 16, from 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.

8-hr first-time class Monday/Tuesday Nov. 14 and 15 from 5:30- 9:30

SPECIAL EVENTS HOLIDAY PARTY — It’s that special time of year when we have our annual holiday gathering for Chanhassen Senior Center attendees. The party will be at the Chanhassen Recreation Center, 2310 Coulter Blvd., so we can accommodate all our friends. We will enjoy a special holiday buffet lunch of roast beef, roast turkey, homestyle mashed potatoes, fresh garden salad, vegetables, rolls, dessert and beverages. Following lunch, the Chaska Valley Family Theatre will entertain with songs from their holiday production, Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” and lead us in a Christmas carol sing-along. Tickets for the stage performance of “White Christmas” will be on sale after the party or by ordering now at www.cvft.org. Performances will be at the Chanhassen High School on Dec. 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 4, 10, 11 at 2 p.m.

Please bring a non-perishable food item, which will be donated to area food shelves. This event is co-sponsored by Community Bank Chanhassen.

Date: Dec. 2 Time: noon Cost: $14 residents, $15 non residents P ay me nt /r e g i s t r at io n

ONGOING CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES Monday Sr. Advisory Bd (3rd) 9-10:30 a.m.

Women’s Club (2nd ) 9:30-11 a.m.

Bridge 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Book Club (4th) Monday 1-2:30 p.m.

Tuesday Foot Care (1st) 8:30 a.m. -12:15 p.m.

Health Insurance Counseling (2nd) 9-11 a.m.

Chan-o-laires – 12:30-2:15 p.m.

Wednesday Woodcarving 9-11:30 a.m.

Bingo 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Thursday Nintendo Wii (1&3) 9:30-11 a.m.

Card Club (500/ Hand &Foot) 1-4:30 p.m.

Friday Sr Commission Meeting (3rd) 10-11:30 a.m.

Cards & Games (1st & 3) 10 a.m. – noon Woodcarving 9-11:30 a.m.

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A few ‘best books’ of 2011 available at the library

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possible suicide, Bee is certain that she was murdered. She moves into her sister’s apartment and her life, uncovering all sorts of unsavory secrets, including an a f fair with a married man and a pregnancy.

There is also a medical trial and a stalker! This is a suspenseful debut novel.

“Maine,” by J. Courtney Sullivan Maine follows three generations of Kelleher women who come one summer to the family’s cottage in Maine. Maggie is 32 and pregnant, and she has not told her boyfriend the news yet. Ann Marie, who married into the family, is obsessed by dollhouses. Kathleen is the black sheep of the family, and never wanted to visit the cottage again. Alice is the matriarch and has her own dark secrets from long ago.

CHANHASSEN LIBRARY At 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 19, SSG John Kriesel and Jim Kosmo, authors of “Still Standing: The story of SSG John Kriesel,” give a presentation at the Chanhassen Library.

“Still Standing,” reveals the inspirational story of the Minnesota National Guard soldier from Cottage Grove who lost both legs and suffered numerous other serious injuries when his military Humvee was shredded by a 200-pound roadside bomb near Fallujah, Iraq on Dec. 2, 2006.

The November art exhibit at the Chanhassen Library will include paintings by Shorewood resident Karen V. Miesen.

People, water, flowers, chickens, and many other aspects of life are found in Karen’s paintings.

For many years she studied watercolors, but recently she has become interested in acrylics as a medium. Many of her paintings are personal, and she hopes that the viewer also finds that kind of connection with her work.

At 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 12, learn about holiday decorating using natural materials.

Master Gardeners Barbarajo Kuzelka and John Trog will be repeating their popular demonstration from last fall. There may be finished pieces that can be taken home. (There will be a drawing, depending on how many attend).

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

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, fingerplays, and musical movement for this busy age group. Come shake your sillies out with us.

Recommended for ages 18-36 months. No registration required.

Family Storytimes are 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays, through Dec. 7. Children and their caregivers are invited to come and share 30 minutes of stories, songs, and fingerplays that encourage the development of early literacy skills. The program is recommended for 3-6 year olds. No registration is required.

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.

BOOK FAIR Planning on buying books, DVDs, games or music CDs as gifts for Christmas? (gift cards, video games, magazine subscriptions are not eligible) Stop in Sunday, Nov. 27, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Eden Prairie Barnes and Noble, and a percentage of your purchase will benefit the library. You can pick up a voucher at any of the Carver County Libraries, and you can also shop online bn.com/bookfairs from Nov. 27 to Dec. 2 and enter the bookfair ID 6826002.

VETERANS MEMORIAL Chanhassen American Le-

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The November exhibit at the Chanhassen Library will be paintings by Shorewood resident Karen V. Miesen. People, water, flowers, chickens, and many other aspects of life are found in her paintings. gion Commander Ron Schlangen recently created the “U.S. Individual Veterans Memorial,” held at the Chanhassen Library. “This memorial honors each and every one of the 43,277,096 U.S. military veterans who served our country during wartime from the beginning of the American Revolutionary War through July 2007 of the Global War on Terror. It honors each and every service member, individually, regardless of where they served, when they

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served, how they served or why they served. They all gave their lives, for a time, some forever.

“Every single one of these 43,277,096 veterans is individually represented in this book by a graphical symbol printed in the shape of a person. (Also referred to as an avatar.)

“The wars include American Revolutionary War, War of 1812, Indian Wars, Mexican War, Civil War, Spanish-American War, WW I, WW II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Desert Shield/

Desert Storm and the Global War on Terror. If you know someone who served during one or more of these wars there is an avatar in this book that honors that person.

“This memorial contains 12,622 pages and each full page displays 3,450 symbols, each representing an individually honored Veteran. There are 50 symbols in each of the 69 rows on each page.

“The symbols are printed in one of three colors, black, red

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Bookmarks magazine published its “Best books of 2011” list in its November/December issue.

Many of their best books of 2011 I have already reviewed: “Compass Rose,” by John Casey; “Three Seconds,” by Roslund and Hellstrom; “Border Lords,” by T. Jefferson Parker; “To the End of the Land,” by David Grossman; “Pictures of You,” by Caroline Leavitt.

Here are some of the others that are owned by the library: “ T iger ’s Wi fe,” by Tea Obreht Natalia, a young doctor in the Balkans, recalls stories her grandfather told her as a child about a man, a vagabond, who claimed to be immortal. Did her grandfather go on a search for this man later in his life?

Did he believe this strange story?

“The Finkler Question,”

by Howard Jacobson Won the 2010 Booker/Man prize for literature. Two old friends from college get together for d i n ne r w it h t h ei r former professor. Sam F i n k ler is a popular Jewish philosopher and television personality, and Julian Treslove, a BBC radio producer.

When Treslove leaves he is mugged on the way home. He becomes convinced it is a misdirected act of anti-Semitism, since he is not Jewish. This book is acclaimed as a novel of friendship, with humor, and the wisdom that comes later in life.

“Crooked Letter,” by Tom Franklin Larry Ott lives in a small town in Mississip pi. T went y years ago he took a local girl on a date and she disappeared.

No one was ever convicted, and she has never been found.

The cloud of suspicion has never dissipated. His childhood friend returns to the town, Silas Jones – he is now with the police. Another girl goes missing, and these two estranged friends must deal with the past.

“World a nd Tow n,” by Gish Jen Hattie Kong, 68, in the past year has lost both her husband and best friend to death. She moves to a small New England town to start over. The town of Riverlake is changing in 2001 – there are fundamentalist Christians, failing family farms, and Cambodian immigrants. Jen answers deep questions about religion, home, and the world.

“Emily Alone,” by Stewart O’Nan Elderly Emily Maxwell’s life changes when her sole companion and sister-inlaw faints at their favorite breakfast bu f fet. She discovers a new sense of independence and a strength she did not know she had.

“Learning to Swim,” by Sara Henry Troy Chance, a freelance writer, witnesses a small child falling into the chilly waters of Lake Cha mplai n of f a ferry.

He dives and carries the child to s hor e . H i s name is Paul, he speaks only French, and he does not answer any of her questions.

Troy expects his parents to be searching for him, but there is only silence from the police and press. Critics called it moving and disturbing.

“Sister,” by Rosamund Lupton Bee’s mother calls to say that her younger sister, Tess, is missing, so Bee f lies home to London on t he next f light.

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Will pay cash. Local pick up. Call Ted at 612-216-6266

Firewood Fireplace/Fuel 1 cord firewood: mixed, cut & split, $160. Free delivery & stacking.

952-212-1536, Ross

1 & 2 BR apartments, (heat, hot/cold water, garbage included) $575$675, no pets. 612-5996245 1 BR 2nd floor apartment. $450, heat/ water/ garbage included. Available immediately. 952447-4401

Savage Rentals

1 BR APARTMENT Section 8 project Low income rent to qualifying persons. Age 62 or older. 30% of income Smoke-free units available

Shakopee Housing 952-403-1086 2 bedroom apartment with garage. Available November. Scott, 612251-9418, 952-4453182 2 BR apartment, $750.

Garage/ heat included.

No pets. 612-799-0574.

REAL ESTATE

3BR, 2BA, 3 car garage.

Contract for deed terms with 5% down. $177,900.

Randy Kubes, Realtor 612-599-7440 House for sale: 9875 Spring Rd, EP $327,400 952-240-8940

Lots/Acreage Farmland for Sale & Wanted. Randy Kubes, Realtor... 612-599-7440

Townhouses 2BR, Townhome, 1.5BA, 2 car garage, $1000 mo. CD or rent. 612730-4226

7494 Derby LaneTownhome. 2 BR, 2.5 BA, W/D, all appliances, fireplace. 2 story+ loft. 2 car garage. $1,150.

Available 11/1.

612-414-3496 952-894-1890 Hillview Motel Micro/ Refrig. Weekly $175 & Up. Daily, $35 & Up. 952-445-7111

Classified Ads 952-345-3003

ASSOCIATE TRAINEE Real Estate Career Excellent Potential Fast Growth

Coldwell Banker Burnet Eden Prairie Irene: 952-949-4759 Rolland: 952-949-4724 EOE

Job from Food Call more

Fair Wednesday 9am-12pm for Production Work.

952-924-9000 for information

Busy automotive dealership in the South Metro is looking to add 2 FT Techs to our QuickLane.

Qualified candidates must have their own tools & have a minimum of 3 yrs experience changing oil, tires, batteries, etc.

Full benefits, 401k & PTO. Interested candidates send resume to: automotive manmichael@aol.com E&M Consulting, a fast growing publishing company in Chanhassen, seeking candidate to join our award winning team: Web Programmer/ Graphic Artist: Must be programmer, not just designer.

Salary DOE + benefits Fax or email resume to 952-294-9944 jobs@emconsultinginc.com

E&M Consulting, a fast growing publishing company in Chanhassen, seeking candidates to join our award winning team: Sales Associate: outbound calls to provided business leads. $28,000 + bonuses & benefits Fax or email resume to 952-294-9944 jobs@emconsultinginc.com

Finish carpenters wanted with 2-5 years of experience. Position is full time and benefits eligible. Must have valid D/L, reliable transportation and be able to pass background check, drug screen and physical.

Call our job line at 952-380-3720 or send resume to jobs@carpentrycontractors.com Casey's is looking for a friendly, energetic individuals for: Donut Makers. Cashiers, & Pizza Makers various hours. No Experience necessary.

Apply at: Casey's General Store, 300 County Rd. 40 E., Carver, MN 55316. 952-448-6092

To learn more about these businesses, go to www.imarketplace.mn Call (952) 345-3003 to place an ad

BUILDING

BUILDING

~ PARAMOUNT REMODELING, INC. ~ Where Your Dreams Are Paramount *Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling *Distinctive Hardwood Flooring

*Lower Level Finishing *Decks & Exteriors

NO JOB TOO SMALL *** Mention this ad for a 10% discount.

Call today for a free consultation (952) 607-6726 MN Lic. 20483289, Fully Insured

Highland Home Services Inc. Remodeling ...Repair ... Design www.highlandhomeservices.com

30 years experience

Steve Jenness

cell 612-418-2277

fax 952-447-1211

sjenness@integraonline.com

lic#20628802

MAGNUM CONSTRUCTION CO.

Over 19 Years Experience Licensed and Insured

Basements • Room Additions Complete Home Remodeling Decks/Porches

Big Enough To Help~Small Enough To Care

952-461-4540

www.magnumconstructioncomp.com

Additions Remodeling Basements Porches Fireplaces Kitchens, Baths New Construction Concrete/Blockwork 952-445-6604 Free Estimates Locally owned since 1979 MN lic#4327

www.fandbconst.com

Builder's Edge Remodeling, Windows, Basements, Additions, Cabinets. Licensed.

952-492-3170

CABINETRY KB Custom Cabinets Kitchens, Entertainment Centers, Bars, Built-ins Vanities, Counter Tops.

952-445-7790 S & S CUSTOM WOODWORKS. Quality Cabinets. Quality Service. 952-442-9887

CLEANING

CONCRETE/MASONRY

! 952-239-4110 Bumble Bee Services Housecleaning. Insured www.bumblebeeservices.com

! Country Touch Clean.

Several years in business. Reliable/Trusting 612-483-1092 Aliene's Clean & Shine Home Cleaning. I'm hardworking, reliable, honest, bonded. 612250-4602 Expert Cleaning: Hard worker, reliable, trustworthy. Use my own supplies & vacuum.

Very flexible scheduling. What works for you, works for me.

952-406-2478

Brick Work Stone Work New

FLOORING

POWERTECH Electric.

Local. Owner operated.

Licensed, insured, clean.

Rich: 952-292-8683

Carpet & Vinyl

Remodel

Free Estimates Licensed Insured

Lebens Masonry

952-233-1099 DRAPERIES Drapes, Blinds, Fabrics, Upholstery, Bedspreads.

Lakes Interiors. 38 yrs.

952-447-4655.

CONCRETE/MASONRY

CONCRETE/MASONRY

612-221-2181

Free estimates/Insured Decorative stamped concrete, Driveways, Concrete Firepits, Tear-out & replacement, Steps, Floating garage slabs, Swimming pool decks, Poured Wall Foundations & Flat work www.mnvalleyconcrete.com

ELECTRICAL #Priority Electric Inc. Licensed- Bonded- Insured. No job too small.

952-403-9200

Shop-At-Home Save $$

FLOORING ABOVE ALL HARDWOOD FLOORS & CARPET Floor Installation Sanding & Refinishing Carpet, Tile & Vinyl Installation Exceptional Quality Great Service

952-440-WOOD (9663)

LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING

R.D. & Associates

612-275-2574.

AJ's Tree & Lawn Service.

Trimming/ removal. Snow Removal.

Firewood. Insured.

Specialized Services Inc.

952-445-4056

Chimney Repairs

Will clean your house, weekly or biweekly, $20/ hr. Theresa, 952-8075035 or Betty, 952-2613707, for more details.

Cla s 952 sified s -34 5-3 003

ELECTRICAL

www.fonderscarpet.com

HEATING/AIR COND Heating, plumbing, remodel and repair, and replacement, new construction. 952-492-2440

• Tree Removal • Stump Grinding • Brush Chipping • Overgrown Areas Mowed • Excavating • Sand & Gravel • Crushed Limestone

952-445-7302 www.rdandassociates.com

LANDSCAPING

LAWNS ARE US

Retaining Walls, Concrete & Paver Drives, Patio & Walks, Boulder walls, & much more!

952-292-2261

C r e a t e s D i s t i n c t i v e O u td o o r L i v i n g

Premiere One Landscapes

X Complete

Landscape & Irrigation Design X Boulder & Block, Retaining Walls, Paver Driveway, Patios X Lake Shore Restoration & Drainage Correction X Outdoor Kitchens/ Fire Pits/ Rain Gardens/Ponds X Aeration & Over Seeding/ Fall Clean-Up & Dethatch X Tree/Shrub Trimming & Holiday Lighting

952-492-3160

Duffy’s HARDWOOD FLOORS •Floor refinishing & sanding •Real wood floors •Dustless refinishing •Water damage specialists •Board patching •Custom staining •Best quality •Best pricing •Most experience in your area •Family owned, 28 years •Free Estimates

TK HOME SERVICES Residential/Commercial Landscaping Spring/Fall Clean-Up Aeration/Dethatching

All types of Home Services Call Tom, Chaska: Ph: 952-201-8489 Fax 952-448-4690 Free Est. Insured Bonded Sr. Citizen discount

Weekly Mowing Tree/Bush Trimming &Removal Stump Grinding/Chipping Bobcat/Dump Truck Serv.

Snow Plowing Air Duct Cleaning

Call 952-345-3003 to place your employment ad

952-469-5713 952-426-2790 www.duffyshardwoodfloors.com

You can reach us 8-5pm, Monday-Friday

Caola

Landscape Services 952 445-0663 Complete Landscaping

X

Design, Build, Maintain

Water Problems resolved XSprinkler Systems XRock/Mulch/Edger XTrees & Shrubs XBrick Pavers XRetainingWalls Over 30 yrs of quality workmanship X

Visit our website: www.caolalandscaping.com Credit Cards Accepted

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Full-Time

Full-Time

Full-Time

Full-Time

Framing, Siding and Window carpenters wanted with all levels of experience. Positions are full time and benefits eligible. Must have valid D/L, reliable transportation and be able to pass background check, drug screen and physical.

Call our job line at 952-380-3720 or send resume to: jobs@carpentry contractors.com

HELP WANTED SALES

New and used car and truck sales in our Jordan and LeSueur locations.

We need self starters, looking for long term employment and huge earning potential. We are one of the few growing Ford dealerships in Minnesota. Experience preferred but will train the right individual.

Wolf Motors Jordan, MN, 952-492-2340 or tim@wolfmotors.com

MAINTENANCE Local forklift wholesaler needs energetic individual for general maintenance, loading and unloading forklifts and misc other duties.

Current driver's license a must. Full time position plus benefits. Call 952-492-3900 or apply in person.

CONTINENTAL LIFT TRUCK Hwy. 169, 7 miles south of Shakopee.

Manufacturing 1st/2nd/3rd shift We have several skilled and entry-level positions available for: Assembly Packaging Maintenance Paint Lead Machine Operator Welder Please apply ASAP for immediate consideration!

TEAM PERSONNEL SERVICES Shakopee 952-746-3346 www.teampersonnel.com

RMS Hydraulic Services South Metro equipment dealer is looking for a hydraulic technician to assist in expanding their hydraulic services division. Service Duties include: Tearing down cylinders, measure seals, hone cylinder barrels, assemble & test. Qualified candidates must have basic mechanic tools and some knowledge of hydraulic cylinders. Entry level position to seasoned mechanics should apply. Please send resume to Patti Sather psather@rmseq.com EOE

Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel is accepting applications for the position of a Food and Beverage Director. The Food and Beverage Director manages the operation of the Food and Beverage Departments to generate a profit and provides the highest level of hospitality to our guests.

Requirements: Four year degree in Business, Hospitality or Culinary Arts or equivalent and five year's experience in the front and back of the house.

We also offer an excellent benefits package: 401K, Medical with flex plan, dental, life insurance, short and long terms disability, on site daycare.

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to: Human Resources Department Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel P.O Box 420, Morton, MN 56270 1-800-WIN-CASH ext. 8106 Fax: 507-697-8112 www.jackpotjunction.com

Accurate Home Care, LLC is a trusted

We are currently seeking RNs/LPNs to work in Prior Lake. We have 12 hour shifts, both days and overnights. We also have opportunities in the surrounding areas. The right person will have 1-2 years experience.

At Accurate Home Care, every employee plays an integral part to our success. As our client base grows, so does our need for expert staff. We are constantly looking to add valuable members to our team.

Qualified candidates must have great customer service skills, be compassionate and dependable and be able to provide assistance with daily living tasks. We offer outstanding wages plus excellent benefits including: Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off, Health, Dental, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance, 401K with match, & Educational Benefits.

Interested candidates can apply by completing an application, please attach cover letter and resume along with salary requirements.

EEO/AA To apply go to our website: http://www.accuratehomecare.com/

Dining Server position Full-time and Part-time Both AM and PM shifts available.

The Colony at Eden Prairie is an Assisted Living serving seniors in your community.

If you would like to be a part of a fun team and work in a great environment, we have the job for you.

Please contact Lynda Harmon @ 952-697-0613 Email lharmon@the-colony.org 431 Prairie Center Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-828-9500

Resource Conservationist II: Scott Soil and Water Conservation District is seeking a full-time Resource Conservationist II ($47,000-$56,000 plus benefits). Diverse resource planning, problem evaluation, landowner interaction and conservation practice background. BS in natural resource management, civil or agricultural engineering, watershed management or related field AND three years of related professional work experience. Application due by Nov. 14. Visit www.scottswcd.org for complete job description and application or call (952) 492-5425.

EOE

CORRECTIONS OFFICER

provider of quality home health care services.

Our primary goal is to maintain and improve our client's level of independence, while ensuring their utmost satisfaction. We support our clients and families to thrive at home with the assistance of our devoted and trustworthy employees. Accurate strives to consistently provide an unsurpassed level of care.

Full-Time

*Group interviews every Thursday at 4:00PM

Progressive. Growing.

Engaged.

Scott County Sheriff's Office As Corrections Officer, you will work directly with adult offenders enforcing & upholding MN Statutes & constitutional standards relating to the detention, custodial care, custody, & control of adult inmates in a 24/7, direct-supervision operation. MQs: Requires equivalency of HS graduation & 2 years of post-secondary training or education in corrections, criminal justice, social science, or the military. One must possess a valid driver's license & be 18 years of age. Preference given for related training: CPR, First Aid, Use of Force, criminal justice degree, & for bilingial abilities. Hiring Range: $20.35/hr to $23.94/hr-DOQ. Rating: Training & Experience. Final selection will include an oral interview, background investigation, physical exam, drug testing & psychological evaluation. Closing Date: 11/17/11. Obtain application from Employee Relations at (952) 496-8890 or from the internet at: www.co.scott.mn.us EOE TTY/TDD: (952) 496-8170 Let's work together.

Full-Time

Open Systems business software powers the companies that are bringing the economy back to life. We are seeking: A Customer Service oriented person to provide phone support on business software. This client support advisor will define customer's problem, assist in research efforts and communicate solutions back to clients. Excellent customer care skills as well as strong communication skills are necessary. An accounting background or experience with business software, SQL Server Tools or software installations is helpful but not required. Client Support Entry-Level Training will be provided.

A Quality Assurance/Tech Lead who will be responsible for ensuring that our quality standards are implemented, analyzing requirements, participating in review meetings for a team and their clients, executing test cases, and writing bug defect reports along with user documentation based on customer requirements. 1+ years of experience with quality assurance and testing of software projects, knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, exposure to defect tracking systems and knowledge of SQL Server are required.

A Bachelor's degree in CS, MIS, Accounting or related field or IIST Certified would be preferred. Experience with automated testing software is a plus. This position requires a highly motivated candidate with strong communication skills (verbal and written), analytical and technical skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Please send resume and salary requirements to Open Systems, Inc. Attn: HR, 4301 Dean Lakes Boulevard, Shakopee, MN 55379 or email to HR@OSAS.com.

EOE.

Progressive. Growing. Engaged.

SCOTT COUNTY Public Health Nurse Family Health In this position you'll perform professional public nursing duties providing assessments & care plans to support Family Heath program initiatives. You will work w/individuals, communities, & systems to assure the health of Scott County residents. All positions rely on your use of independent nursing assessment skills & professional judgment to coordinate services & assure the health & safety of Scott County citizens in community settings. MQs: Requires possession of a license to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of Minnesota; certification as a PHN; CPR certification; & one year RN experience. One must possess a valid driver's license & a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities. Salary Range: $51,358 to $69,485. Closing: Open until filled.

SCOTT COUNTY Community Health Specialist Emergency Preparedness PT 20 hrs per week In this position you'll perform a variety of activities & tasks in implementing emergency preparedness planning & organized community response. In your work you will engage, consult, & collaborate with others to identify needs, solve problems, find solutions, & evaluate outcomes; you'll coordinate actions & resources to maintain a comprehensive, unified, & efficient approach to emergency preparedness. MQs: Requires equivalency of an AA degree & six years experience with community- based, public health organizing, planning, & implementation. Strong preference given for experience with emergency preparedness planning & implementation. Completion of FEMA basic incident command courses 100, 200, & 700 is highly desirable.

One must possess a valid driver's license & a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities. Salary Range: $42,328 to $57,267.

Closing: 11/23/11.

Obtain application from Scott County Employee Relations at (952) 496-8890 or from our web site at (www.co.scott.mn.us).

EOE TTY/TDD: (952) 496-8170 Let's work together.

This Little Piggie Went To Market.... and ran all over town looking for the best prices....

The Classifieds

Part-Time

Part-Time

Guest Service Representative 3PM - 11PM Includes Weekends Apply in Person Holiday Inn Express Chanhassen, MN

House Aide $11.20/hr .8 night position awake staff. Residential group home for (6) elderly seniors providing personal cares. Community Assisted Living. Shakopee.

Call 952-440-3955

Individual to mix TMR feed and feed cows, 48pm, Shakopee, 952496-3515, O'Loughlin Farms.

Line Cook wanted.

Breakfast experienced required. Can lead to full-time. 952-447-6668

BUILDING MONITORS DISTRICT 112 COMMUNITY ED District wide facilities Weekends (Shifts vary between 7:00a.m.-9:30p.m.)

Hours vary 3-16 hrs/week $11.96/hour Provide on-site building security and assistance during scheduled events outside of regular school hours Must be 18 yrs of age Background check required Come join our team Apply online at www.district112.org Only online applications will be accepted.

For specific info, contact Judy Amrhein 952-556-6213

Office Administrator Part-time Elderly/Disabled Apartment Building Scott County Community Development Agency (SCCDA) located in Shakopee, MN, is accepting applications for a part-time (20 hours per week) office administrator for our elderly/disabled building located in Prior Lake, MN. Responsibilities include performing a variety of office, administrative, and program support for the building including but not limited to conducting new tenant, annual, and interim recertification interviews with clients; inputting and maintaining tenant information in the CDA's software system; completing move in/out inspections; maintaining the waiting list and waiting list applicant files according to Agency established guidelines and HUD regulations. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with two years related experience or training.

Previous experience with HUD regulations and property management is desirable. Must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with the public, as well as have intermediate computer skills. A valid Minnesota driver's license and a good driving record are required. Starting pay range is $13.92 to $15.87 per hour depending on qualifications.

To Apply: Applications may be printed from www.scottcda.org (preferred method), picked up at 323 South Naumkeag Street, Shakopee, or mailed upon request by calling (952) 402-9022. Resumes without completed applications including the supplemental will not be accepted. Applications must be received no later than noon on Monday, November 21, 2011. If you need a special accommodation to apply because of a disability, please contact the CDA. AA/EOE

Equal Housing Opportunity

This Little Piggie Stayed Home.... and first read The Classifieds, where he found the best deals in town...without all that running around.

952-345-3003 fax 952-445-3335 email: Classifieds@iMarketplace.mn

To learn more about these businesses, go to www.imarketplace.mn Call (952) 345-3003 to place an ad

LANDSCAPING

ODD JOBS

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!

Quality Remodeling and Home Repairs A Minnesota Greenstar Qualified contractor

MOVING/STORAGE

References, Lic & Ins Mn Lic. 20632058 Kevin Hayes

MOVING?

kevin@hmwhome.com www.hmwhome.com

Completely Enclosed Truck Very Reasonable Rates

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

You Call - We Haul

952-758-2552 We Haul Moving New Prague

Our email: Classifieds@ iMarketplace.mn

ODD JOBS

(612)867-8287

Ken's HANDYMAN SERVICE Repairs, Installations & Home Improvements. Call Ken: 952-445-1836 Bruce Mackenthun Does It All! WindowDoor- Deck specialist!

Professional services.

952-270-9166.

Lic #BC452534 Ins. www.brucedoesitall.com

PAINT/WALLPAPER

PAINT/WALLPAPER

PLASTER/DRYWALL

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!

ROOFING

Interior/Exterior Storm/Water Damage Textured Ceilings/Walls VInsurance Repairs VCustom Faux Finishes/Murals VFully Insured/References VFriendly, Honest Service FREE ESTIMATES 952-8 873-4 4679 612-3 366-2 2739 Paul V

V

*A and K PAINTING* Schedule your Fall painting now!

Ext/Int Paint/ Stain ~Carpentry/ Repair~ Free Estimates Ins/ Bonded

952-474-6258 Major credit cards 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

MJ Painting Interior/ Exterior painting & staining. 952-445-2904 Marvin Jeurissen

Quality Interior Painting.

Reliable, Professional, Experienced.

952-334-0977 Jerry Fehn

952-448-3761 No wall too small

PLUMBING/SEPTIC

PLASTER/DRYWALL

Best Drywall LLC 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

MISC HOME SERVICES •Roofing •Siding •Windows

952-882-8888

Father/ son plumbing company.

Licensed, bonded, insured. Working for you! R&D Plumbing952-237-0115

Call today for your Free Inspection!

Family Owned & Operated www.capstonebros.com Lic# 20609967

Plumbing, heating, remodel and repair, new construction. 952-4922440

ROOFING Breimhorst Painting. Interior/ Exterior. Insured.

Albie: 952-261-2234

UPHOLSTERY Discounted fabrics... drapes, bedspreads, residential/ commercial.

38 years' experience.

952-447-4655

Buckets of Color

V

KREUSER ROOFING, INC. 952-492-3842 952-412-4718(cell) Storm damage repairs Defective shingle claims Family owned & operated Thousands of satisfied customers Professional and Courteous

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

Let us know how we can earn your business.

(952)873-6078 Roofing Windows OSiding ORemodeling O

To reach Classifieds: iMarketplace.mn or 952-345-3003

Regal Enterprises, Inc. Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Insurance work. Since 1980. regalenterprisesinc.net 952-201-4817

SNOW REMOVAL #1 Schieber's Outdoor Services. Commercial Residential. Senior Discount. Joe: 952-2924445, landscapesos.com Huttner Snow & Ice Removal- Residential snow plowing, rates start @$40/ 2 car driveway.

952-261-6597

Lic# 20632183

bestdrywallminnesota.com

Handyman Ser vices

ROOFING

O

Locally Owned & Operated Licensed & Insured #20631439

Residential Snow Plowing & Shoveling Reasonable rates.

Available 24/7

952-237-9605 Snow Plowing- dependable great rates. residential & commercial (952)440-6900

Handyman services. No job too small. Honest, fair pricing. 952-9137808

Fill your basket with some great deals thru the Classifieds!

Call 952-345-3003 or iMarketplace.mn (place an ad or view all ads on this website)

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Part-Time Health Care CNA or HHA We have part time day, evening and night hours available at Keystone Communities of Prior Lake, a Sr housing facility and Assisted Living. We are looking for a team player who has a passion for working with seniors. Long term care and memory care experience a plus. We offer a great work environment and great team to work with.

Please call Teri at 952226-9205, fax your resume to 952-226-9201 or stop by 4685 Park Nicollet Ave., Prior Lake to pickup an application.

www.chanvillager.com | Chanhassen Villager

Part-Time

Part-Time

Looking to earn extra money?

I am looking to contract dependable and responsible adults to deliver the Star Tribune newspaper in the Burnsville/Savage areas in the early morning hours. There is a $100 incentive available after 4 weeks of route delivery. Profit potential is from $400 to $800 per month. For more information contact John 952-895-1910.

NOW HIRING SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

NEED TO MAKE SOME MONEY? $15-$20/hr.

Looking for 10-15 individuals to shovel snow from sidewalks at commercial properties.

Must have a valid drivers license, good health, strong work ethic and be very reliable.

Kris 952-890-5303.

JIMMY JOHN'S GOURMET SANDWICHES Hiring Delivery Drivers, Cashiers, Sandwich Makers, & Entry Level Mgrs., Days, Nights, Weekends. If you enjoy working in an energetic atmosphere, come in and apply at Shakopee 952-746-5990. Savage, 952-440-2200. between 2pm-4pm

Boats/Motors

2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR No experience Necessary will train Starting wage $13.25 per hour DOE

1992 Vibo 21' Hexagon pontoon. Low hrs. 2 motors. '96 Merc 90HP + 9.9. Marine radio. Trailer. Clean. $8,500. 612720-2262

No DUI's, must have Class D license at least 3 years And be 21 years of age Positive Connections 460 N Hickory Street Chaska, MN 55318 952-361-0899

StarTribune Newspaper Carrier Needed immediately Shakopee and Chaska, weekday routes, and PT Sat/Sun Assembly positions (no driving).

For further information see our website at;

1998, Bayliner Capri Fish & Ski boat, 19 ft.

135HP. Inboard, stored inside. Excellent condition $6900. 952-4126417

www.Chaskadelivery.com TAILOR/ALTERATIONS spapers

Hydro Stream Vegas.

20'. 200 HP+++. Complete restoration. 5 passenger. A real head turner! $8,900 or all trades welcome. 952215-5421

2004 41' SportsCoach Elite. Fully equipped.

23,000K. Well-maintained.

3 slides. $100,000. 952-797-6264

2005 black Yamaha R6, 6,000 miles. Yoshimurd customized exhaust.

With OEM cover & tank bra. $5,500. 952-3610142

Cars $$ Paid for Junkers/ Repairables FREE TOW. Immediate pickup.

Serving Carver/ Scott counties.

952-220-TOWS, 24/7 $$ Wanted $$ JUNK CARS Viking Auto Salvage 651-460-6166

Drive a real bargain!

Campers Travel Trailers

tailors at a high volume location.

2pm-8pm & alt. Sat. Jackie or Lisa (952) 934-1415 Tailors on 79 th Chanhassen

2007 27' Colorardo RL 5th Wheel, 2 Slide $29,500 or best offer.

507-934-4834 M-F after 5:30

2001, 17ft. Starcraft, 90HP, Mercury. Excellent condition. $9,000 952-890-2630

Seasonal Positions

2005 Kawasaki 1600 Vulcan Classic with Vance & Hines pipes.

New tires. 10,895 miles.

Mint condition. $5900 Call (952) 934-7358

Motorcycles

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

Boats/Motors

Do you think of food as an art form?

Do you enjoy working with food and people?

Our Premier Assisted Living is looking for a well-trained culinary professional who can make both great tasting food and a pleasant experience for our seniors everyday.

Please contact Lynda Harmon @ 952-697-0613 Email lharmon@the-colony.org 431 Prairie Center Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344 952-828-9500

2004 Harley FXST Softail 24,000 miles. Extras too much to list. Call for details.

REDUCED! $8,300. 952-836-6773

PT EXPERIENCED

Relief Cook Position

Group Interviews every Thursday at 4:00PM

94 Starcraft, 17ft. Aluminum. Walleye, Bass ½ Console 75hp.

Mariner & 8hp. Kicker. $6500. 612-554-6725 or

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

bsehlers3242@gmail.com

TRANSPORTATION

If you would like to be a part of a fun team and work in a great environment, we have the job for you.

Storage/Vehicles

Inside storage at Scott County Fairgrounds.

612-919-1076

Part-Time 11:30AM - 8:00PM w/every other weekend.

Motorcycles

Indoor Storage: Boats, RV's, etc. $11/ ft. per season. 612-859-1248

Seeking 2-3 man shoveling crew in Chaska area. 952-292-6357

Cook Position

Campers Travel Trailers

Boats/Motors

1991 Fleetwood Southwind Motorhome, Class A, 33ft. Only 38k miles!

Smooth runner, fully loaded, sleeps 6, hydraulic leveler, $10,500, 612-669-4172 1994 Harley Heritage Softtail, 26300k, all service records avail, extra set of pipes. $7500. Call Mike @ 612-309-6737

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 1996 Itasca Suncruiser Motorhome. Class A, 39'. Excellent condition, shedded at all times/ winterized.

Loaded!

29,300 actual miles. $35,000/BO. 507-6656019

1973 14' Alumacraft boat/ trailer, 15 HP Johnson motor. Needs carb work. Trolling motor/ battery, steering console. $1,125/BO. 952-448-3128

2006 Crestliner Lsi Angler 2285. Lots of extras. 60 HP Mercury 4 stroke and dual axle trailer. 763-360-6251

1998 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 36' motorhome, great condition, sleeps 6, 60,000 miles, $31,900 or best offer. Call Gary at 952492-1129.

Early Classified Deadlines for Thanksgiving week:

CASH$$ We buy guns SPORTS STOP Shakopee 952-445-5282 2000 Harley Davidson 883 Sportster, wife's bike, never rode, must go. 1300 miles, Lots, lots of extras, mint! $7000. 952-890-0905 EZ-GO Gas Golf Cart with Rear Seat. White with White Top and Seats. $2195. 952-2390446 2003 Harley Softtail Deuce Anniversary model.

5500 miles. $13,000. 952-447-4280

Hunters/ Trappers: We buy fur and trade for deer hides.

Sports Stop, Shakopee, 952445-5282

Looking for a hot deal on some wheels?

Look no further than the classifieds!

You’ll find many cars, trucks, vans and SUVs, also motorcycles, boats, trailers, campers & RVs. To place an ad, call 952-345-3003

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Monday, Nov. 21, 3pm

GARAGE SALES AUCTIONS

for Thursday publications.

Boutique/Craft Sale Fall Sale: Sat., Nov. 12, 8am-4pm. Cy's Bar & Grill, 500 N. Pine St. Free admission.

Wednesday, Nov. 23, 3pm

Holiday Stop 'n Shop: Nov. 12, 9am-3pm.

5973 Dufferin Dr., Savage. Crafters, vendors, door prizes & more!

Jump-start your holiday shopping!

Winter Wonderland Boutique, Nov 10, 9am7pm; Nov 11, 9am6pm; Nov 12, 10am2pm. 6843 Duck Lake Rd, Eden Prairie

for Saturday publications.

Please call 952-345-3003 or email: classifieds@iMarketplace.mn or post online: iMarketplace.mn

To reach Classifieds: iMarketplace.mn or 952-345-3003

Savage Sales

Shakopee Sales

Fundraiser Garage Sale Fri. & Sat. Nov 11-12 4608 River Bend Place. proceeds benefit Sheppard Of The Lake Church. Christmas decorating items and ceramic collectibles lots of household items.

Fri. 11th & Sat. 12th 9am-5pm. 925 Westchester Ave. Shakopee Multi-family sale. Purses, kids clothes, kids toys, designer clothes, furniture, home decor, and much much more!

Estate Sales

Estate Sales

SAVAGE ESTATE SALE 6510 Brook Lane in Chadwick Park Nov 11, 12 & 13 Fri 9-5(#@8)Sat 9-5, Sun 9-3 Directions: from 35W, go W on Cty 42, go S on Cty 27, go W on Dakota Ln to Brook Ln Townhome brimming with well kept, updated furniture including Queen sleigh bed, 5 drawer tall chest, blanket chests, elegant desk, several foyer, end, coffee & small tables, classy sofa, several upholstered chrs & foot stools, lighted curio cabinets, oak server, round oak table and chrs, decorative armoire, lamps, wide variety of mirrors, tables of nice Christmas, 1895 Seth Thomas mantel clock & German cockoo, large quantities of elegant glass & accessories, large set of Blue Onion & holiday china, lovely women's cloz & linens, large area rugs & lots of nice HH.

Eden Prairie Sales Eden Prairie School

Garage Sale Friday, Nov. 11 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Transportation Bus Garage 8055 Wallace Rd. Upright Piano, 27” Color TV, Tables, Chairs, Cabinet Items, Student Desks, Library Books, Projection Screens, Computer Tables, and Many More Items.

Everything Must Go! Cash and Carry Out Same Day!

Having a Boutique?

Call ........

952-3 345-3 3003

Place an ad for as low as $25.

CINDY OLSON 612.554.2336

powered by Print/online package can be renewed until auto sells, all for the best deal price of $39. To place your ad, go to www.imarketplace.mn/autos or call (952) 345-3003.

Cars

Cars

1968 T-Bird, 429 automatic, new gas tank, tires, fuel pump, sending unit, brakes. Runs.

Needs Restoration.

Asking $1500. 952-4482015

1976 Chevy Nova hatchback, 305 AT, new tires & exhaust. Runs/ drives great, fun car to drive! $3,000/BO. 952447-8169

Cars

Cars

Trucks

Trucks

Trucks

2000 Jaguar XJR. Well maintained. $9700 Silver and black interior, 83,000 miles. Call 612655-6680

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

'95 Ford, F-250XLT, 3/4T, 2wd, 5Spd manual, 140k, wood rack, good tires, some rust, new battery, AC, $975, 952-492-2088, 612-2980851

1993 Chevrolet Suburban 4X4, 260K, starts and runs great, body rusty, great winter vehicle, asking $1200, 952447-4946

2004 Chevy Silverado Z71 Ext. Cab. 77,XXX perfect cond. Loaded, leather, Bose, 6Disc, Topper and many xtras. $15,700 B/O 612-2030804

Sport Util Vehicles 1972 rare triple black 'Cuda, with high compression 340 HP. 727 slapstick tranny. Posirearend, PS, bucket seats, Recession reduced!! $42,500. 612804-4074

1998 Dodge Stratus, 6 cyl, AT. 156K. $1,500.

952-445-6173

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

2005 Saturn Ion. Blue.

5-spd manual.

Well Maintained. 6-disk CD. Leather interior. Alloy wheels. 112,000k miles $5,200 952-261-9337

Pontiac Grand Prix 1980 301 Engine, 4.9 Liter, 4 Barrel Overhead, New Fuel Pump, Alternator, Battery Heater, 129500K, $1800. 612418-5159

1964 Chevy C20, 350 engine, 350 auto tranny, every bolt, nut, part replaced, or sandblasted and painted. 8K. REDUCED- $12,500. 952913-7808

1993 Ford F150, 4x4, new motor, 35k, lift kit, dual tanks. ARIZONA TRUCK, NO RUST, $6000 OBO, Chanhassen, 505-803-8232

For all your Classified needs, call 952-3 345-3 3003 or online: Marketplace.mn

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

1997 Ford Conversion, 244,000 well maintained miles, HD tow package, $1,200.00 OBO, lots new, email for details scottlacher@ hotmail.com 612-2107303

2000 Ford Windstar LX 7 Passenger Van, 133,349 Miles. $1,800.

6 Cyl Engine, Automatic Runs and drives great.

Craig 952-368-9689

Classified Advertsing works...... Call: 952-345-3003

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PARK AND RECREATION The following Chanhassen Park and Recreation Department programs are coming up.

For more information, call Recreation Supervisor John Stutzman at (952) 227-1122. Also look for the City of Chanhassen on

Facebook for more information on programs.

SPECIAL EVENTS ChanJam’11 — This battle of the bands will take place from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18,

at the Chanhassen High School Auditorium. The show will feature a number of awe-inspiring local bands from Chanhassen, Chaska, and Minnetonka High Schools. Bands will be competing before an audience of their

Chanhassen Photo Contest

— The Chanhassen Photo Contest will showcase pictures of what makes living in Chanhassen so special. Submit images of people and events in Chanhassen. The contest is open to armature photographers and is

restricted to Chanhassen residents only. Contest categories are as follows: Community Life & Recreation, and Youth. Submission deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 30. For more information, call (952) 227-1400.

The All New 2012 Chevy Sonic

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2011 2 011 Chevy Ta Tahoe

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1.9% 2.9% Now you can post an unlimited number of ads to Thriftmart, our free-ads marketplace. Go to www.imarketplace.mn/thriftmart to place your ad, or call (952) 345-3003. (A telephone surcharge applies if you call.) And now businesses can use Thriftmart, too!

10-1/2” Toolshop wood planner, $120, 952-8733429 13 #52 Pine screendoors. 8-size 2-8, 5-size 2-10. $175. 952-9378021 1960's Vintage beverage set. Bartlett-Collins amber. Like-new, cash. $40. 952-564-1161 1990 Fender Princeton Chorus amplifier $200/ BO 651-278-2844

2 slice toaster, 6 years old, works good. $15.

952-226-2236 2 stem, collectible, Hardees Christmas glasses. $10. 952-4031567 24x24 bathroom cabinet, doors, 3 shelves, $12, 952-944-9494 27" TV Toshiba, flat screen, remote. Entertainment set, $200. 952226-2236 32" RCA console TV, wooden stand. Excellent condition. $75. 612-2033437 4 boxes Federal targetload 12 gauge. 7:1/2 shot, $20. 952-3888563 5 piece place setting for 12. Holiday china, $35.

952-440-2713 9 week old kitten for sale, $15, Laura 952448-7813 Apple Laptop iBook G4 Latest OS Good Condition $169. 612-839-2933 Armoire, solid maple/ cherry, like new, $1100, now $250, 952-4960778 Ashley wood table. 4 chairs, excellent condition. $300. b.o. 612-2245808 Auto body subframe straightener & dent remover. $50. 952-9384016 Band saw, Foley 14 inch. $75.

952-4963589 Blood pressure kit, $5.

952-403-1567

Baptism dress, never worn, crochet with slip, 30”, $30, 952-445-2181 Bar stool square, tall tube steel legs, cushion. $15. 952-496-2493 Bar stools, 3 oak swivel, faux green seats. $225. 952-448-3091 Basketball Hoop. Lifetime, Portable, Adjustable $45, 952-4454856 Bathtub, cast iron, white, righthand, used. $50. or b/o. 612-5080947 Beautiful area rug. Approx. 6x10', multi-colored $45. Kevin 952486-8523 Bicycle; Vintage girls, womens. Viking brand, Blue. $15. 952-4455342 Black size, 8. 32 brand snowboard boots. $20.

952-440-2713 Black, over sized, leather, club chair. Good condition, $60. 952-4483694 Blaze orange coveralls, warm, size 44, $10, 952-445-7207 BNIB, 36w uv lamp for home gel manicures. $30. 612-751-3815 Brown print sofa, mauve swivel rocker.

Very clean, $75. 952-4485268 Burton snowboard bag 128 50" long. $15.

612-210-0991 Childs playpen, $10.

952-445-5342 Clay, bullnosed red brick pavers (4"x8" Qty 160) $65 612-964-8741 Computer Desk, with doors, oak, great shape. $75/BO. 952-226-1012 Couch, mauve, 72 inches, Good, $75. 952941-2989 Curio cabinet, corner unit, glass shelves, light, $175, 952-212-1590 Decorative plates 2. 9" round, gold finish. New, $5. 952-447-4961

Dell latitude laptop.

Works great. Needs battery, $75. 952-240-1025 Desk, white with hutchStanley, Good condition.

44L,18D,77H, $125. 612-210-0991

H2O vacuum attachments included, works great. $25. Kevin 952486-8523 Hide-a-bed couch, blue, comfy, mattress included. $25. 952-486-8523

Dog house for large dog. Insulated, flat-top opens, $50. 952-4450533 Door, 6-panel oak 30x80, 6-1/2" jamb like new, free. 612-590-3692 Double stroller, Graco, excellent condition.

Barely used, $75. 612298-8126 Downhill ski boots, size 7.5, orange, $40. 651755-2924 Downhill ski poles, $20.

651-755-2924 Downhill skis, 150cm, For beginner, intermediate. $60. 651-755-2924 Dresser, 2 drawers, 2 doors. 49" tall. $20. 952474-7069 Dual, reclining, love seat, good shape. $50. o/bo 952-447-8169 Entertainment center, fits 32" television, excellent condition, $50.

952-445-4680 Exercise bike, works good, $45, 612-2245808 Fine china, Crown Ming, 45 piece set, new. $300.

952-949-2276 Fireplace Insert with firebricks- pick up Good condition $50. 952-4474762 Fishhouse, permanent, 8x7, crank-up, new tires, insulated, $500, 952-994-0073 Flute, (Artly) Silve w/case, cleaning rod.

Closed hole. $180. 952448-3699 Free older Sea King 7hp outboard 952-388-8456

Hockey goals, mini, pair, 4ftWx2ftH, Like new. $25. 952-496-2493

Free Weight Set, bench and weights, $30. Call 952-239-8521 Harley jacket, leather.

Women's x small. $50.

612-735-9873

Hockey table, Hard Hittin' rod style $180. b/o 952-440-9910 HP 27 Black Ink Cartridge new, $8. 952-2019989 IKEA Corner Desk White 36" Perfect Condition, $40. 952-2019989 Innotek, no bark collar.

Never used, $30. 952240-1025 IPhone 3GS, original box and accessories.

Good condition. $165.

612-220-7111 Kenmore side by side refrigerator 68”H, 35”W. $150. 952-649-7936 Kitchen table w/wood top & six chairs. $50.

952-412-7149 Kitten, 9 weeks old, female. Free to good home. 952-492-3401 LE explorer teddy bear. $25, cash. 952-5641161 Leather jacket, Wilson, like new size medium, $25, 952-447-3952 Lyons bathtub, new in box. 32x60 rd. Biscuit $200. 612-597-1528

Makita reciprocating saw, plug in. Hardly used, $50. 952-2332567 Maltese/ shiatsu mixFemale, 2 yrs old. $50, Shawna, 612-205-7430

Maytag washer, whiteworks great. $50. 952649-7936 NB- toddler girl clothing accessories, lightly used. $125. 952-4407837 Pickup bed liner. Brand new. $50. 952-412-7149

New Balance, 623 cross training shoes, 12D. New. $40. 952-4797123 NEW Marvin Integrity double-hung window, sandstone clad, 71X50". $245! 612-518-5787 Nordic Track C2300 Treadmill, excellent condition, $500 651-7554911 Oak Entertainment Center w/32"TV! 54.5Wx21"Dx52.5"H. Glass display+ CD/DVD storage. 612-518-5787 Oak entertainment center, excellent condition. $200. 952-492-6739

Oak table with 6 chairs, seats 12. $300. 952492-6739 Organ, electric, older, good condition, $50, 952-873-3429 Ottoman & 4 pillows.

Tan, neutral colors. $50. 612-203-3437 Patio porch swing. Buyer needs to pick up. $20. 612-695-6243

Patio set, table, 4 chairs, 2 rockers great condition. $250. 952448-3694 Pellet Stove, Summers Heat 49-SHCPM. Like new, $950. 952-5008680 Piano, grand, new keys new hammers. $500.Can deliver 952-4454177.

Play Station 2, 15 games, 3 remotes, $175. 952-201-7289.

Punching bag. 5' tall sand, water base. $65.

952-934-2975 Quilting Frame, The Grace EZ3, like brand new. $50. 952-758-3728 Radiant range, GE Profile. Almond color, $100.

952-381-4789 Rebounder Exerciser.

Lose weight or calm overactive kids. $65.

952-934-2975

Refrigerator Kenmore side by side, white 25.1 cf. $400. 952-474-8081

Refrigerator Kitchenaid stainless side by side good condition. $75.

952-913-5736 Refrigerator, dorm size, Works good, $35. 952445-2093 Refrigerator, Kenmore, side-by-side, almond, icemaker, 20cf, $150, 952-649-7936 Refrigerator, Whirlpool, 20.1cf, white, good condition, you haul. $125, 952-496-9413 Remington 597 ODgreen, 3-9 scope, Ammo, case, semiauto, $175. 952-440-2487

Room divider- good condition- $30. 612-2245808 Sear snowplow 5hp electric start. Good condition, $75. 952-8982692

Tractor cab/ tire chains for large farm tractor. $325. 952-492-2031

Twin stroller peg Pergro Navy $75. 612 869 3502 Two hardwood counter height stools. Swivel seats, $25. 952-4451939 Two toddler pull toboggans, excellent condition. $15/ both. 952-4433776 Vacuum cleaner, Kirby Heritage, manual & attachments, $40. 952445-3471 Vintage canning jars with glass lids, 12 pint/ $50, 612-964-8741

Washer, Dryer combo Hirundo portable. Apt. size 115V $335. 952447-4577

Shoei rf-200 black helmut. Snell M90 Dot. $80. 952-479-7123

Weight machine, high quality, $1500 new. $100. o/bo 952-2618397

Sofa, chair, and ottoman. $40. 952-4673767 Stainless steel, 6 qt. mixing bowl, Regal.

New, $6. 952-447-4961

Welder, century wire feed.

208/230 volt m#117-009 $400. 612730-4965

Steel toe shoes, new.

Red Wings, 9EE, $75, 612-735-9873 Step 2 Snooze 'N Cruise toddler car bed, $50. 952-270-1906 Stereo, 3 cd, 2 cassette, JVC, $35. 952-451-3654

Stove, Whirlpool electric. White with smooth glass top. $125. 952447-3336 Swanstone white kitchen sink, w/white faucet. $25. 952-4451939 Table saw, Sears 10 inch cast iron top. $50.

952-496-3589 Television Hitachi 53" HDTV, n/condition, retailed $3300. now $200.

952-445-3471

White porcelain soup terrine, with plate and ladle. $20. 952-9343340

Womens size clothes. $150/all 212-0231

24 952-

Womens winter coat.

Black suede, Wilson's Leather, warm. $50.

612-203-3437 Womens winter jacket.

Brown, micro fiber, large. $25. 952-7583728

Wooden picnic table, large, sturdy, $25/BO, 952-758-2124 Wooden rocking chair, blue cushions. Excellent shape, $70. b/o 612224-5808

Put Your Special Skills To Work ROPE A BETTER JOB IN THE CLASSIFIEDS To easily place your ad, call 952-345-3003

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gallery Contributions welcome to editor@chanvillager.com, (952) 345-6471

Three Qs

Rachael Hernandez While the rest of us are getting out the winter coats and long johns, Rachael Hernandez, 21, of Chanhassen, is preparing for spring and looking forward to enjoying the white sandy beaches south of the equator. Hernandez is a 2009 Chaska High School graduate who is a junior this year at the College of Saint Benedict in St. Joseph, Minn. She is spending her fall semester in Viña del Mar, Chile, a city of approximately 280,000. Viña del Mar is located in central Chile, near Valparaíso, home of the country’s congress, and Santiago, Chile’s capital.

Hernandez is one of 12 Hispanic college students from across the country to win a national Obama STEM scholarship. When President Obama won the Nobel Prize in 2009, he donated his $1.4 million winnings to 10 charities including the Hispanic Scholarship Fund. The organization divided its money — $125,000 — into scholarships for Hispanic-American students studying STEM-related fields. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

Among the qualities the scholarship seeks in its applicants is an interest in giving back to their community and becoming STEM teachers.

Hernandez has a double major in Biology and Hispanic Studies at St. Ben’s. Hernandez responded to our e-mail earlier this week, to talk about winning the scholarship and what it’s like studying in Chile. She will receive $5,000 this year, and $5,000 her senior year.

“Here I am studying Castellano (Spanish) with grammar, literature and art,” Hernandez wrote. “It is one of the best experiences I have ever had in my entire life. After college I hope to attend a two-year grad program to obtain my license in genetic counseling. This has been a dream career for me for the past 5 years or so. I had a Chilean professor in high school that was very influential and I have always wanted to travel in South America. I happen to be 4th generation (Hispanic) —my great grandparents came from Guanajuato, Mexico so my grandfather’s first language is Spanish; however he grew up in Minnesota.”

Q: What are you enjoying about Chile?

A: I absolutely love the culture, the people, the way of life, everything. The curriculum is very strict and competitive. I am attending Universidad Adolfo Ibañez, one of the private universities in Viña del Mar. Most of the students are in commercial business, psychology, or human rights studies.

The atmosphere of school is different due to the political occurrences. (Students are on strike, demanding free education for all of public and private high schools and universities). I have encountered student protests and witnessed the aftermath in the streets of Valparaíso.

Q: What do you think it was about your application that helped you be one of the 10 selected from across the country?

A: The fact that I am not ashamed of being Hispanic. The essay I included basically shaped how my childhood and my adult life have been influenced by the culture and customs even though I grew up in a suburban home in Minnesota. Everything that my great grandparents and my grandparents went through has been able to help me get to where I am right now, and this is what I am proud of. I hoped that what my application captured was this sense of gratitude for everything my ancestors have done. If it wasn’t for their decision to move to the U.S., I certainly wouldn’t be here writing this e mail.

Q: What do you miss most about St. Ben’s and the U.S.?

A: It’s difficult to pin point exact things I miss about the U.S., they usually come at random times. For example, some days the only thing I want to eat for lunch is a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Peanut butter does not exist in South America. Of course much more than peanut butter, I miss my friends at school and my family.

Skype and Facebook make it a lot easier to communicate nowadays, which I am thankful for. The other big thing I miss about the U.S., and Minnesota in particular, is the fall; my favorite season. However, I’m willing to trade one fall season for a summer season in Chile, right next to the ocean!

—Unsie Zuege

PHOTO BY UNSIE ZUEGE

The Melichar barn in Mayer is said to be the second largest barn in Carver County. Its reddish hues complement the Blazing Star quilt square. Carl Melichar, a well-known wildlife artist, lives at the farm where he has his art studio. Learn more about the Barn Quilts of Carver County project at www.barnquiltsofcarvercounty.com.

A bold block for a big barn

T

he Blazing Star quilt square was Carl Melichar’s choice. A wildlife artist, Carl made his selection based on color. K nowing his barn shows faded red–to-pink tones, he chose the blending purple shades accented with red and brightened with yellow on the outside. He also considered dimension. According to Carl, his barn is the second biggest barn in Carver County. The Blazing Star is a big, bold pattern – appropriate for the size.

The Melichar farm is close to the road on Route 25 near Mayer. Carl’s father, Louis Melichar, purchased the farm in 1957. The large 3-track style barn was built in 1914. As recorded by quilt historian, Barbara Brackman, the Blazing Star pattern traces back to the Kansas City Star newspaper.

From the fall of 1928 until 1961 the paper published quilt patterns for quilters. The newspaper’s rural editions reached several states throughout the Midwest and many quilt patterns that were published were submitted by readers. In all,

Barn Quilts of Carver County An open-air gallery of folk art

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there are 1,001 of these classic patterns. Carl is proud to be part of the Barn Quilts Project. Besides the color, he believes the quilts bring excitement to the countryside – and extra life to its people.

Barb Hone is an arts enthusiast, piano teacher, and charter member of the Arts Consortium of Carver County. Her column “Barn Quilts of Carver County” appears periodically in the Chanhassen Villager. To join the ACCC, go to www.artsofcarvercounty.org or e-mail info@ arts ofcarvercounty.org.

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Locations: 1. The Andrew Peterson Farm—Swedish Apple Orchard, 8060 Parley Lake Rd., Waconia 2. Deardorff Orchards—“Apple” Tree of Life, 8350 Parley Lake Rd., Waconia 3. At the Farm—TBD, 8880 Hwy. 5, Waconia 4. Carver County Historical Society Log Building—Log Cabin, Carver County Fairgrounds, 501 3rd St., Waconia 5. The Drill-Mellum Barn—Dutchman’s Puzzle, 5850 Co. Rd. 155, Waconia 6. The Kelzer Farm—Double Wedding Ring, 12855 Co. Rd. 32, Waconia 7. The Melichar Barn—Blazing Star, 8020 Hwy. 25, Mayer 8. The Brinkman Farm—Crazy Quilt, 18980 102nd St., Young America 9. The Kramer Barn—Lone Star, 17870 134th St., Norwood/Young America 10. The Pearson Barn—Fannies’ Fan, 17450 134th St., Hamburg 11. The Honebrink Farm—Custom Block, 17175 Co. Rd. 53 Belle Plaine 12. The E. Willems Barn—Triple Tulip, 10720 Co. Rd. 153, Cologne 13. The Schreiner Barn—Trip Around the World (variation), 9380 Co. Rd. 140, Cologne Learn more at www.barnquiltsofcarvercounty.com

Learning – and unlearning – in Uganda A few of the things I ranged for a Global learned in Uganda: Travel Plan before I What ostrich meat left the States – but it and boiled goat taste caused a severe sense like; of panic and helplessHow to s ay “ How ness on the fi rst day, are you,” “Fine,” and when I couldn’t get a “Thank you” in Luganmessage to my family dan and Swahili, and to let them know I’d how much fun it is to arrived safely, and say names like Musa, when I wasn’t able to Magala, and Busembafi nd the people I was tia out loud; supposed to meet at That if you can drive a certain place and FIND YOUR BURIED TREASURE a car in Kampala and time, and was unlive to tell about it, you able to call or email can drive anywhere in them. the world.

The problem turned out to be the I also learned how isolated and result of a slight miscommunication alone it’s possible to feel, even when and a cultural difference I would surrounded by large crowds of come to understand shortly, but for people. This had nothing to do with a very brief period of time it left me the fact that I was in Africa or that I feeling extremely vulnerable and was eight thousand miles from home. uncomfortable.

Instead, it had to do with technology It also left me feeling somewhat – specifically with fi nding myself in upset with myself to realize how dea foreign country and unable to get pendent I’ve become – how dependent a cell phone or internet connection, we’ve all become – on technology. It even though I was supposed to have wasn’t so terribly long ago that cell access to both. phones and email didn’t even exist, Eventually the problem became let alone became things we carried merely annoying – wireless access around with us at all times. And the was available, but sporadic and amount of mental energy and stress weak, and I never did get any cell it was costing me now was time phone service even though I had ar- and attention that was being taken

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away from everyone and everything around me – the new people, places, and activities I wanted to learn about and experience.

I decided that perhaps God was sending me a message in leaving me stranded without the communication technology I had been counting on, and the message was that I should be making more of an effort to connect with the people around me in Uganda than with the people back home. And that’s what I wanted to do, once I got a single message out to family and friends so they’d know I was alive and well, and once the group I was with exchanged room numbers and established a Buddy System for staying in contact with each other.

As soon as that was taken care of, there was a whole new world to discover and explore. Changing landscapes as we traveled from place to place. Different customs and traditions, and the reasons they exist. The fact that rain can totally change your plans and your schedule, even if you expected to be indoors all day. And that “You are welcome” isn’t simply the standard response when someone says, “Thank you.” Instead it is spoken with joy and sincerity and it means, “We are glad you are here.”

After a few days in Uganda, I didn’t even miss my cell phone, although I seemed to be the only person in Africa who didn’t have one. And I was enjoying capturing and documenting snippets of my experiences the old-fashioned way – by writing about them in the journal I carried with me everywhere. The only modern technology I still depended on was my digital camera, which I had to recharge every night because of how many photos I took every day.

My absolute favorites were photos of the children, partly because of how wide their smiles were as they posed for the camera, and even more so because their smiles grew wider still when I showed them pictures of themselves.

A few more of the things I learned in Uganda: That in some cultures, “Let us pray” really means, “Let us sing,” and that I kind of like this; How quickly people can become friends when their hearts and minds are open; How much we can gain when we’re willing to let go.

Chanhassen resident Betty Liedtke is a writer, professional speaker, and Certified Dream Coach®. Visit her website at www.findyourburiedtreasure.com.