SPV Dec 2010 by St. Paul Publishing Co.

The St. Paul December 2010 Volume 44 Number 12

Holiday Event Guide

Two women share West Sider of the Year honor Page 2

Catch the spirit of the season Tim Spitzack Editor

ith the last of the Thanksgiving leftovers now gone and the madness of Black Friday behind us, the Christmas season is now in full swing, and St. Paul offers a vast number of events and activities that are sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Some are free, some are going to set you back a few bucks, but all of these activities have become holiday traditions for scores of area residents. So if you’re wondering what to do with the relatives this month, or if you’re simply looking for a way to escape the frenetic giftbuying hunt, check out these events which will help you slow down and enjoy the season.

Visit Rice Park

A stroll through Rice Park, located at West 5th and Market streets in Downtown St. Paul, is sure to get you in the holiday mood. The signature attraction is a towering Christmas tree that sparkles with 30,000 lights around the clock during the holiday season. Nutcracker figures, angel statues and other holiday décor are also featured throughout the park. Across the street is the Wells Fargo WinterSkate, an outdoor skating rink. Bring your own skates and skate for free, or rent skates for $2. A warm-

Changes may be in store for Baker Community Center Page 4

This pirate ship is the newest addition to the holiday lights display at Phalen Park in St. Paul. The event features over 50 animated displays. ing house, hot chocolate, snacks and a bonfire help make this winter experience toasty warm. The rink is open through Feb. 6, 2011. Open skating is offered 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Thurs.; 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri.; 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat.; and 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. For more information, visit www.wellsfargowinterskate.com or call 651291-5608.

Holiday lights display

St. Paul’s Phalen Park, 1615 Phalen Dr. E., is transformed into a wonderland of lights 5:30-10 p.m. nightly through Jan. 1, 2011. The park features more than 50 holiday sculptures and animated displays, including a 60foot pirate ship, which is new this year. This event is sponsored by the In-

ternational Brotherhood tary $10 vehicle pass is of Electrical Workers and enclosed with the CD. helps raise funds for local For more information on charities. Cost is $8 per the tour, visit www.lightvehicle Sun.-Thurs., and sinthepark.org. $10 per vehicle Fri. and Sat. and on the holidays. Step back in time Proceeds support SecIf the hectic pace of the ond Harvest Heartland, 21st Century holiday seaa hunger-relief organiza- son has you longing for tion, the Union Gospel simpler times, visit the Mission, St. Paul Parks Alexander Ramsey House Conservancy and Under- or the James J. Hill Construction, a program mansion in St. Paul. At that helps youth explore the Alexander Ramsey career opportunities in House, 265 S. Exchange the construction field. St., you can experience a Enhance your expe- Victorian Christmas by rience by purchasing viewing the grand Christ“Home for the Holidays- mas tree decorated with A Minnesota Christmas original 1870s family orCD Vol. 2.” This CD fea- naments and the dining tures holiday music per- room table set for a lavish formed by some of the meal. Costumed guides finest musicians in the provide hour-long tours Twin Cities and is avail- that incorporate tidbits able at all metro Target from family letters and stores and at Phalen Park during the tour. Cost is Holiday Event Guide / Page 9 $9.99, but a complimen-

YMCA names new executive director Page 8

P eople Hark and Luna share West Sider of the Year honor

Your community news and information source

Mary Diedrick Hansen Staff Writer

wo women who have a long history of improving the quality of life on the West Side recently received a West Sider of the Year Award from the West Side Citizen’s Organization (WSCO). Maureen Hark was recognized for her ability to enlist her neighbors and friends in community gardening projects, and Debbie Luna was honored for her skills in getting others involved in service projects.

Debbie Luna

Amid cheers, applause and camera flashes, Luna accepted her award, along with flowers from family and friends, at WSCO’s Nov. 10 annual meeting. From assisting with the Cinco de Mayo celebration to delivering Holy Communion to homebound church members,

Luna’s volunteer efforts are vast and varied. “I hit the road running when I moved to the West Side 27 years ago from Kansas,” said Luna, who is married to Don Luna, another wellknown West Sider. Her volunteer involvement began with activities surrounding her four sons, including school, church and sports. Luna served as president of the Parent Teacher Organization at her sons’ elementary school, and at Humboldt Junior and Senior High. When her boys joined the West Side Boys and Girls Club, she got involved there, as well. As a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Luna admits to being involved in just about every aspect of its operation, and for helping get others involved. What’s her secret to enlisting help?

Debbie Luna, shown here with her husband Don and three of their four sons, was recognized for her community service projects. “When I ask people if they can help me at church, I tell them it’s not for me, it’s for God. They can’t say no to that, can they?” she said with a smile.

She distributes Holy Communion to homebound members of the church and occasionally puts her registered nursing skills to work by assisting parishioners with

some of their health care needs. She also picks up their medications and takes them shopping. In addition, Luna volunteers at Casa Guadalupana, a home for Latina

Celebrate the season with an inspiring family musical

The Christmas Schooner

women and their families who are temporarily homeless, in crisis or unable to meet their basic human needs. As one of the founders of the organization, she recalled early brainstorming sessions on how to assist families that needed help getting on their feet. “Now they are pouring in,” said Luna, and it’s (Casa Guadalupana) grown bigger and bigger and better and better.” Where does she get her energy? “God gives it to me. I was born with it. I’m a lot like my dad, who was into everything,” she said. “I want to thank my boys Mario, Armando, Vicente and Carlos, and my husband, Don, for letting me do the things that I love. There’s nothing I wouldn’t do for anybody.”

continued on page 3

Sift. Stir. Spice. Bake. Brown... Taste!

Book by John Reeger Music and lyrics by Julie Shannon Co-Directed by Ron Peluso and Jan Puffer Choreographed by Jan Puffer Music direction by Andrew Fleser

A heartwarming musical about a German-American shipping captain and his crew who braved the icy waters of Lake Michigan to bring Tannenbäume (Christmas trees) to the immigrant families of Chicago.

Playing thru December 19 Single tickets starting at $25 Visit www.HistoryTheatre.com for event information including German Beer Tasting Night on December 10!

651.292.4323 • www.HistoryTheatre.com • 30 E. 10th St., St. Paul

The St. Paul Voice is published monthly and delivered to 16,500 homes and businesses in West St. Paul, the West Side, Mendota Heights, Lilydale & Sunfish Lake.

Publisher & Editor: Tim Spitzack Copy Editor: Leslie Martin Reporter: Mary Diedrick Hansen Layout & Design: Mona Toft Contributors: Susan Klemond, Bill Knight Masthead design by Nick Germano Advertising: Mario Polanco, Henry Torres Home Delivery: Independent Delivery Service Bulk Delivery: SC Distribution 651-285-1119

St. Paul Publishing Co.

1643 So. Robert St., West St. Paul, MN 55118 Phone: (651) 457-1177 sppc@stpaulpublishing.com www.stpaulpublishing.com The St. Paul Voice assumes no responsibility for the opinions expressed by contributors and for the validity of claims or items reported. Copyright St. Paul Voice 2010. All rights reserved in compliance of Federal Copyright Act of 1978.

Page 2 - St. Paul Voice - December 2010

Two convenient St. Paul locations: 1500 W. 7th St.  8:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. &

Celebrate winter! Make something delicious!

622 Selby Ave. 8:00 a.m.-9:30 p.m.

www.msmarket.coop

Keeping it local in St. Paul since 1979

Wilder Humboldt Apartments An Independent Living Community For Seniors 62+ or Mobility Impaired

• Attractive, secure campus setting on the West Side of St. Paul • 120 subsidized (Section 8) 1 bedroom apartments • 82 studio, 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom apartments at low market rents ($457-$607/month) • Service coordination and activities • Many campus and building amenities

For more information, call 651-280-2250

508-510, 516 Humboldt Avenue • St. Paul, MN 55107

P eople

Your community news and information source

continued from page 2

Maureen Hark

Hark’s passion for plants stems from her childhood in St. Cloud, Minn., and has been the impetus behind the creation of many beautiful boulevards, backyards and community gardens throughout the West Side. “I was very young and remember my mom, Lurene, offering to share our backyard garden with a Vietnamese family that our family and another family were sponsoring through church,” recalled Hark. “They were raising cabbages like we had never seen before, rows and rows of them, and would come with their hoes and work and we would all watch them grow.” That experience stuck with her and is a tradition she has continued at her own home on the West Side. About 12 years ago, Hark purchased a home on a large double lot and her creativity blossomed. She began experimenting

Maureen Hark is joined by her mother Lurene Hark as she received her award. Hark is known throughout the West Side for helping organize community gardening projects. with flowers and plants, eventually filling the perimeter of her yard. “I must be a farmer at heart,” said Hark, who was also a board member of “Farm in the City.”

One of the objectives of that organization is to have neighbors buy a share in a large garden. In return, they get a box of vegetables each week. After Hark lent her

own garden for growing sweet potatoes and garlic, her interest in vegetable gardening came alive. She became focused on growing and distributing excess produce to neighbors and friends, and to families in need at Casa Guadalupana. She has also organized gardening classes with Master Gardners as speakers and has helped establish 15 small raised-bed gardens in the neighborhood. When Hark was exchanging plants with a neighbor one day, it occurred to her that others in the neighborhood might like to do the same, thus the West Side Plant Exchange was born. This annual event takes place in mid-May in the parking lot at St. Matthew Catholic Church. “People arrive, open their trunks, socialize, talk and learn, and we always have enough for everyone,” she said. “It’s gotten quite popular and fun. Last year we said we

needed more vegetables. The Dodge Nature Center sent over flats of veggies that they wouldn’t be using.” Hark is investigating the possibility of starting a program called “Beans on the Boulevard,” in which pole beans would be raised on welded structures that could be moved around the neighborhood. The produce would be shared among neighbors in the area. She also wants to use her yard and boulevard to start an urban garlic farm business. “If it’s successful I might employ some neighborhood kids. Gar-

Holiday Entertrtearsin!ing Headqua

“Ours is a Service of Sincerity”

NILLES Builders Inc.

Since 1927

Mn Lic# 4690

Owner-Director

Se habla español. Call Erica.

Johnson-Peterson

Funeral Home & Cremation 612 So. Smith Ave.

651-222-8701

651-222-3220

www.nillesbuilders.com

www.johnsonpeterson.com

A senior living continuum of care campus offering: Assisted Living Memory Care Skilled Nursing Transitional Care Respite Care

Please call 651-220-1700 today for a tour and lunch is on us! 514 Humboldt Ave, St. Paul, MN 55107

www.CerenitySeniorCare.org

MATTRESSES

LARGE SELECTION!

NEW NAME BRAND:

• Kitchen & Dining Room Sets • Living Room Sets • Bedroom Sets

The Best Deals For Every Room in Your Home!

Hotel Furniture Liquidators 1800 University Ave., St. Paul

651-645-9929

Open Mon. - Fri. 10-7,Sat. 10-6, (Sun. 11-4 University Ave. only)

Instead of watching TV, make TV! If you have the desire to produce television to express yourself, to get your point across, to help your neighbors, or to change your community for the better, we can help!

www.hotelfurnituremn.com

Shop Our Used Hotel Furniture Warehouse!

(651) 298-8908

www.spnn.org

“ es de

Ken B. Peterson

ADDITIONS REMODELING ROOFING CONCRETE GARAGES SIDING

our Ask abouwt er new lo ving i Assisted sL! rate

Visit us for comfortable, stylish furniture that turns your house into a home.

lic is a fun crop and easy to grow,” said Hark. “Gardening is one of the most fun things I’ve ever done. I come alive with the growing and the sense of all the possibilities. I can spend hours out there solving problems in my head. The sharing of produce — tomatoes, peas, all these small things — bring people together. When a bountiful harvest is shared with family and friends it translates into acts of kindness spreading and growing across the community.”

375 Jackson St., Ste 250 Saint Paul, MN 55101

1120 North Concord St., South St. Paul • M-F 10-5, SAT 11-3 • 651-552-9530

St. Paul Voice - December 2010 - Page 3

C ity Government City plan could change the face of West Side parks

Your community news and information source

Proposed plan stirs controversy with WSCO Bill Knight Contributing Writer

ou likely won’t notice the changes right away, but parks and rec centers on the West Side and throughout St. Paul will be taking on a new look if a proposed St. Paul Parks and Recreation plan is approved to consolidate facilities and staff in an effort to meet budget constraints and anticipated budget shortfalls. The changes are a far reaching, system-wide series of proposals that focus on popular activities that attract park users, such as better athletic fields, park trails and

access to nature areas. “It’s a way for us to take inventory, to evaluate and then prioritize our assets, which mainly are our facilities,” said Robert Smith, the project leader who has been with St. Paul Parks and Recreation for 26 years. Now he and others from his office are taking a draft version of the plan to park users, asking for feedback. In January, the St. Paul City Council is expected to vote on the plan. If Smith’s name sounds familiar to you, it should. For 10 years he was the director of the El Rio Vista Center at Neighborhood House. On the West Side the proposed plan would bring changes to El Rio Vista, the Baker Com-

Church of Saint Matthew 510 Hall Ave., St. Paul 651-224-9793 www.st-matts.org

Advent and Christmas Schedule Advent Communal Forgiveness Sunday, December 19 2:00 pm (non-Sacramental) Individual Reconciliation Monday, December 20, 4:00 pm Tuesday, December 21, 7:15 am & 7:00 pm Wednesday, December 22, 4:00 pm Fourth Sunday of Advent Saturday, December 18, 4:00 pm Sunday, December 19, 8:00 and 10:30 am Feast of Christmas Vigil Mass, Friday, December 24, 4:00 pm 11:30 pm Carols • Mass at Midnight Mass at Dawn, Saturday, December 25, 8:00 am Mass of the Day, Saturday, December 25, 10:30 am Feast of the Holy Family Sunday, December 26, 8:00 and 10:30 am New Year Saturday, January 1, 10:00 am Feast of Epiphany Sunday, January 2, 8:00 & 10:30 am We welcome visitors to the Church of St. Matthew. Your presence and your prayer enrich our community. If you desire information about our community, call the church office at 651-224-9793.

Page 4 - St. Paul Voice - December 2010

munity Center and, to a lesser extent, Cherokee Park. The starting point for all of this came from a series of five meetings the Parks and Recreation Department held this spring at rec centers throughout St. Paul. “From May to early June the meetings were held to notify people what the plan is and how they can provide input, to prioritize what they like,” said Smith, adding that the meetings gave the department ideas on where to “invest and divest for the future.” Following a May meeting at El Rio Vista, Smith said he talked with Armando Camacho, director of Neighborhood House, about the need for improved fields there. “The land that surrounds (the center), especially the athletic space, is poor to average at best,” he said. “One of the things in the plan calls for an improved athletic field at that location.” In describing the plan Smith said recent patterns

The Baker Community Center is one of several properties that would be affected under the proposed reorganization. of budget reductions and cuts in aid from various sources are all factors in an effort to make the park system better able to balance expenditures and revenues. Instead of trying to quickly react to a budget cut or a reallocation of funding, the department will have a plan in place and be able to make decisions that have come, in large part, from citizen input. “(That means) we are looking at our resources and how they can be sus-

Church of St. Michael 337 E. Hurley, West St. Paul 651-457-2334

Christmas Schedule December 24 December 25

4:30 pm (children's Mass) & 10 pm (Choir) 8 am, 10:30 am (Choir)

New Year's Schedule December 31 January 1

5 pm 8 am & 10:30 am

Stevens Tax and Accounting, Inc. DBA EQUI-TAX

651-773-5000

center) is a public facility and should be a gathering spot for people of all ages.”

It’s people, not buildings

Smith said the plan is activity-based, not facility based. “We don’t have to have buildings to run our programs,” he said. “We can go to a school, before the kids leave, or a library, and partner with them. We don’t always have to bring the kids to our

Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church 401 Concord St. St. Paul • 651-228-0506

Festivities for Guadalupe, Advent, Posadas Christmas and New Year’s Novena to Our Lady of Guadalupe

Dec. 3-10: 6 p.m. Rosary, 6:30 p.m. Mass and Novena Prayers. On Sun., Dec. 5 Rosary is before Masses and Novena following Masses

Vigil/Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Sat., Dec. 11: 5 p.m. Procession & Rosary, 6 p.m. Mass of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Combined Choirs), Midnight Mariachi

Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Sun., Dec. 12: 12 a.m. Mañanitas, 6 a.m. Mañanitas with Niño Mariachi

Posadas in church begin at 6:30 p.m.

 IRS problems

December 16-24

 Federal and all states

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

 Individual and small business

Fri., Dec. 24: Christmas Eve Mass at 6 p.m. and Midnight, Bi-lingual Sat., Dec. 25: Christmas Day Mass at 11 a.m., Bi-lingual

 Certified Quickbooks advisor  Estates, trusts, planning  Free e-filing with return prep

tained,” he said. “Right now we have a larger system in place than we can sustain. Basically, we need to live within our means.” The plan says that some rec. centers will be re-titled as community centers. “The reason is that a group, seniors for example, may look at the term ‘rec. center’ and say that’s a place where only kids hang out,” Smith said. “It’s not really welcoming to some people. (A

John Stevens, EA

Licensed to practice before the IRS 1870 East 50th Street, Inver Grove Heights (Corner of Babcock Trail and 50th St. E.)

New Year's Eve and Feast of Mary, Mother of God

Fri., Dec. 31: New Years’ Eve Mass at 6 and 10 p.m., Bi-lingual Sat., Jan. 1, 2011: Feast of Mary, Mother of God Mass at 11 a.m., Bi-lingual

C ity Government facilities. We can go to where they are.” The draft plan calls for some buildings to be taken over by other organizations. For example, Smith said that for about 18 months there has been no full-time park and rec. staffing at Baker. “But there has been more partner and community influence, such as from Baker School.” he said, adding that in the future other West Side organizations that are looking for additional space could move into the Baker Community Center. “We’re going to keep it as recreational space,” he said of the plans for Baker. “The only thing that could change is that there could be more of a community or school influence there, within the building. They could occupy more of the space that was rec. center space.”

Branch and Bough Tree Service & Landscape Care Winter pruning/removals ISA Certified #MN-0343A Climbing Specialist Licensed and insured Free estimates Arboriculture rooted in excellent service Committed to sustainable landscapes

651.335.8655

Your community news and information source

Today, Baker and several of the fields on the West Side are in much the same condition as they were in the mid1970s, said Doug Ruiz, who grew up on the West Side and started coaching football, baseball and hockey shortly after graduating from high school. Now a mentor at Humboldt High School, he is also involved with the West Side Boosters Club. “We practiced at the Baker playground,” he said, humorously recalling the days when some 40 boys would come out for football and play on fields that were largely dirt. “When it rained we had mud holes, so we had to pick a place to practice.” He said today it’s hard to bring the youth back to the playground since there are so many other interests for them that

compete for park and playground activities. “If you are going to make an improvement, bring a program with it,” he suggested.

Neighborhood concerns

WSCO staff said they have concerns about the plan and only recently learned about its impact on the West Side in early November. Lydia Nobello from WSCO said Baker, which is connected to the Cherokee Heights School, has been described as “low quality” and could be one of the buildings removed from any type of city management. She said WSCO and the Baker Advisory Committee “feel like (we) just caught wind of this. It’s just a little bit scary for us.” Nobello said WSCO

first learned of the plan on Nov. 2 and were unaware of the meeting the Parks and Rec department held in May at El Rio Vista. “We do not have any records at WSCO of anyone attending that (May) meeting,” she said, adding that her organization went through some major staffing changes at that time and that she was a part-time worker then. Nobello did say that she was aware there were not any full-time city staffers at Baker, which is now being run by the Jane Adams School for Democracy from Augsburg College. Also, some of the ideas put forth in the draft report – such as giving community organizations an increased role in the management of a facility – would seem to be in step with WSCO.

schools,” she said. “Also, West Side Boys and Girls Club programming is slated to operate out of Baker as well.”

30% federal tax credit expires Dec. 31! Ask us about saving money on your energy and water costs

Happy Holidays! Since 1912 - Four Generations of Personal Service!

Since 1912 www.rascherplghtg.com

651-224-4759 712 S. SMITH AVE. ST. PAUL, MN • LIC. 059432

River's Edge Academy Learning through experience Environmental Charter High School Small learning community where relationships are important!

Community based learning Individual academic support

Community Gathering Tues., Dec. 7 6:30-8 p.m. 188 W. Plato Blvd. St. Paul

FOR RENT

Adjacent to Harriet Island

1526 Allen, W. St. Paul

www.riversedgeacademy.org • 651-234-0150

Move-In Special! $675-$700

Tax Tips From A Tiger

1BD & 1BD + Den Avl 12/1 and 1/1 700 square feet Deck/Patio, Gar, AC

Call today! 651-308-8083

You Earned It.

Fast * Affordable * Local

Network & Computer Services

651-298-0037

You Keep It!

support@theitguy.us

Email: branchandbough@yahoo.com

• Jewelry • Scarves • T-shirts • Cards • Journals • Bandanas • Candles • Ornaments • Lapel Pins

Unique Cultural Holiday Markets on St. Paul’s West Side Saturday, December 4

Cherokee Park United Church and Neighborhood House at Wellstone Center invite you to enhance your holiday gift-giving experience by purchasing unique cultural gifts, crafts, books, art, and making gift donations in support of organizations that work to address critical human and environmental needs. Refreshments available.

Cherokee Park United Church A Justice Centered Holiday Market

11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Purchase fair-trade goods and items that promote peace and justice and distinctive cultural gifts. Participating organizations include Habitat for Humanity, 50 Lanterns Project, Pan Dau Hmong Handwork, Fry Bread Love, Turkish Scarves Project, Sombero Azul – El Salvador, GLBT Bookfair. Checks and cash only. No credit cards.

Open & Affirming, Multicultural, Anti-racist

371 W. Baker St. St. Paul (1/2 block East of Smith Ave.)

www.cherokeeparkunited.org 651-227-4275

Worship Services Sundays at 10:15 a.m.

Neighborhood House at Wellstone Center

A Unique Cultural Boutique

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Featuring Hmong textile art, Mexican and Native American Art, jewelry using vintage silverware, natural earth decorations & gifts, bath, body and beauty items.

179 Robie Street East, St. Paul Visit www.wellstonecenter.com or call 651-789-2542 for more information!

• Purses • Gift items from local artists • Many other fair trade items that promote peace and justice

• Caps • Table Linens • Place Mats • Fair Trade Coffee, Tea and Cocoa

• Puppets • Masks • Project Donation Gift Cards • Justice Book Fair

“We’re in the planning stages of creating a neighborhood learning campus, as directed by the mayor and the (St. Paul) superintendent of

Tiger Schmitt, CPA

Employers: • Everyday heroes • The backbone of our economy Thank You! Merry Christmas Put a TIGER on your team!

Call 454-0141 Richard "Tiger" Schmitt, CPA 750 So. Plaza Drive, #216 Mendota Heights, MN 55120 (Highway 110 & Dodd Road)

St. Paul Voice - December 2010 - Page 5

N ews Briefs Humboldt High School football players earn conference honors

Senior Julian Luster was named Defensive Player of the Year and sophomore Michael Flowers was named Offensive Lineman of the Year for the St. Paul City Conference. Receiving All Conference awards were Luster, Flowers, senior Isaiah Johnson and juniors Chase Luster and Fabian Munos. Receiving Honorable Mention awards were seniors Cortez Adams, Calvin Clark, Alex Rivera and Alec Verdeja, and juniors John Carlo Franco, Victor Franco and Tadareo Weaver. Head coach Anthony Minus was named Coach of the Year for the conference.

Boy Scout Food Drive

Due to the Nov. 13 snowstorm, Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts were not able to collect food from some areas of West

Your community news and information source St. Paul and Mendota Heights during their holiday food drive. However, Troop 248 will accept donations for the Neighbor’s Inc. food shelf at its Dec. 6 meeting, held 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in West St. Paul. A Boy Scout will also pick up your food donation if you call 651-455-1894 to make arrangements.

annual toy drive through Dec. 13. Donations of toys that are appropriate for ages birth to 16 may be dropped at Jerabek’s New Bohemian, 63 W. Winifred, Joseph’s Grill, 140 Wabasha St. S., Wabasha Deli, 32 Fillmore Ave E., and Neighborhood House, 179 Robie St. E.

the President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition. St. Joseph’s, a Pre-K-8th grade Catholic School, was recognized as having the highest percentage of Presidential Physical Fitness Award winners in the over 500 student category. For more information, call 651-457-8550.

Christmas trees at Cub Foods

Sibley Class of ’86 reunion

The Henry Sibley Class of 1986 reunion committee is seeking contact information for its classmates. If you are a 1986 Sibley graduate, or if you know of information on one of its graduate, email your information to Sibley1986@yahoo.com.

Free workplace English classes

Boy Scout Troops 95, 219 and 288 will be selling Christmas trees, wreaths, garland, swags and canes through Dec. 18 in the Cub Food parking lot, located near South Robert Street and Mendota Road in West St. Paul. Weekday hours are 4-9 p.m. and weekend hours are 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Proceeds support Scouting programs.

Neighborhood House Toy Drive

Neighborhood House is collecting toys for its

St. Joseph’s earns State Champion Award for President’s Physical Fitness Challenge

Free afterschool St. Joseph’s School, program at Baker 1138 Seminole Ave., Community Center West St. Paul, was recently named a State Champion School by

FOR SALE 232 East Baker St. St. Paul • 4 Bedrooms • 1 1/2 baths • New Energy Star appliances • Newer furnace and hot water heater • 2nd floor laundry, washer and dryer included • Large eat-in kitchen • Off street parking Neighborhood Development Alliance (NeDA) is currently taking applications for the Minnesota Urban & Rural Homesteading Program (MURL) program. Home must be owner-occupied and will be sold under a contract for deed, no down payment required, zero percent interest rate on the mortgage. 30% of homeowner's gross monthly income will cover taxes, insurance and monthly mortgage payments. MURL Program Guidelines: 1. Eligible homebuyer must be a “First Time Homebuyer” HUD defined, not have owned a home in the past three years. 2. Eligible homebuyers must provide proof of income and that they are not able to qualify for a conventional loan. 3. The eligible homebuyer must complete Home Stretch, a 9-hour Homebuyer Education workshop offered by NeDA. 4. The eligible homebuyer's household gross annual income cannot exceed the following household size: 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons $45,100 $51,550 $58,000 $64,400 $69,600 $74,750 5. The long-term goal of the program is to work with families so they are able to secure a mortgage on their own.

Call NeDA today 651-292-0131 for more information or an application Page 6 - St. Paul Voice - December 2010

South Suburban Adult Basic Education (ABE) offers Workplace English classes to adults ages 18 and older who want to enter the workforce and wish to improve their English language and job search skills. The classes are free and open to residents of ISD 197. To enroll or receive more information, call 651-4579441.

St. Paul Parks and Recreation is offering free afterschool activities 3-6

p.m., Monday-Friday at Baker Community Center, 209 W. Page St. The Rec Check program is for children in grades 1-6 and includes a variety of supervised activities, including homework help, art, reading, special events, physical activities and healthy snacks. To reach the center, call 651-298-5701.

Community Calendar

• Optimist Club - The Optimist Club of West St. Paul meets 4:30-5:30 p.m., the first and third Thursday of the month, at the West St. Paul Armory, 1346 South Robert St. The meeting is open to the public. The Optimist Club sponsors youth activities in West St. Paul. For more information, call 651-457-0917. • Veterans’ meetings - The RiverviewWest St. Paul VFW Post 4462 hosts monthly meetings at 7 p.m., the first Wednesday of each month, at the West St.

Paul Armory. For more information, call 651437-4481. American Legion Post 521 also hosts monthly meetings at the Armory. Meeting times are 7 p.m., the fourth Tuesday of each month. • Rotary Club - The West St. Paul/Mendota Heights Rotary Club hosts a weekly meeting at 7:30 a.m., Wednesdays, at Southview Country Club, 239 E. Mendota Road, West St. Paul. Each meeting features breakfast and a guest speaker. For more information, visit www.rotarywspmh. org. • Kiwanis Club - The Kiwanis Club of West St. Paul hosts a weekly meeting at noon, Tuesdays, at Southview Country Club, 239 E. Mendota Road, West St. Paul. Each meeting features lunch and a guest speaker. • Chamber of Commerce - The Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce, which serves West St. Paul, Mendota Heights, Eagan,

N ews Briefs Rosemount and Farmington, hosts a monthly meeting called “The Buzz,” at 7:30 a.m., the first Thursday of each month, at the Northern Dakota County Service Center in West St. Paul. Each meeting features networking, a guest speaker and refreshments. For more information, call 651-452-9872 or visit www.dcrchamber.com.

Volunteer opportunities • Ramsey County Community Human Services has volunteer opportunities for people age 18 and older. For more information, contact 651-266-4090 or volunteerservices@ co.ramsey.mn.us. • Minnesota Literacy Council - Volunteers are needed to tutor adult learners, assist in an adult classroom and teach basic English and GED classes. For more information, contact Allison at 651645-2277, ext 219, or

Your community news and information source volunteer@themlc.org. • St. Paul Public Schools - Volunteers are needed to tutor elementary students in the St. Paul Public schools in reading and math. Under the guidance of a classroom teacher, volunteers assist students one-onone or in small groups. For more information, contact Connie at 612617-7807 or e-mail cerickson@voamn.org. Volunteers age 55 and older are eligible to receive free supplemental insurance, mileage reimbursement and other benefits through the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), sponsored by Volunteers of America of Minnesota. • The Minnesota Reading Corps is seeking reading tutors for the 2010/2011 school year. The program provides free, one-on-one tutoring to children age three through third grade. Minnesota Reading Corps members re-

ceive a living stipend, reimbursement for college (up to $5,350) and health insurance (for fulltime members). For more information or to apply online, visit www.MinnesotaReadingCorps.org or call 1-866-859-2825. • Neighbors, Inc., a social service agency serving Northern Dakota County, has a number of volunteer opportunities to assist local residents. For more information, contact volunteer@ neighborsmn.org or call 651-306-2145. • Volunteers of America is looking for volunteers age 55 and over to assist children who are struggling with homework and reading. Time commitment ranges from 3-12 hours a week. To volunteer or receive more information, contact Gil Zamora at 651-4707416. • Vision Loss Resources, located on the West Side, needs volunteers to assist visually impaired

A Great Holiday Gift Idea! Once in a lifetime a story will change your heart and your perspective... John Jenkins, a young journalist, is marking off time at the smalltown Marquette Messenger until he can get into the big-league newspapers. After all, nothing significant ever happens in a farming community, he thinks. Then one day Jenkins is given a routine, dull assignment—to write the obituary of an elderly local farmer, Alfred Gutzman. The remarkable untold story Jenkins uncovers through his investigation, happenstance encounters with people who knew Gutzman, and covert visits to his farm, challenge everything the young reporter holds dear...

A poignant glimpse of the heart wounds of WWII vets on both sides of the line Available at:

people with tasks such as reading, errand shopping and recreational activities. To volunteer or learn more, contact 612871‐2222 or volunteer@ vlrw.org, or visit www.visionlossresources.org.

HHW collection

Ramsey County’s household hazardous waste collection site at Bay West, located near the State Capitol at 5 Empire Dr. in St. Paul, is open year-round. Dropoff is free for residents of Ramsey, Washington, Dakota, Hennepin, Anoka and Carver counties with a photo I.D. For hours of operation and more information, call the Ramsey County Recycling & Disposal Hotline at 651-633-EASY (3279) or visit www. co.ramsey.mn.us/ph.

CNH offers home improvement loans

Loans of up to $15,000 are available through West Side-based Com-

munity Neighborhood Housing Services for a variety of energy efficient home improvement projects, including insulation, windows, and furnace and water heater replacement. The property must be a single family, owner occupied home. Funds are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, contact Denise Gathman at 651-2928710, ext. 214, or dg@ communitynhs.org.

Neighborhood House acquires East Side Family Center program

The East Side Family Center program has outgrown its home at the East Side Neighborhood Development Company and plans to move to Neighborhood House, located on the West Side, in 2011. The Center, which has quadrupled in size since 2003, works with four schools on the East Side to provide

families with basic needs, such as food, clothing and health services. “This $1 million program and its eleven staff members will move to a new home that’s large enough to sustain and grow the program over time,” said Renae Oswald-Anderson of MAP for Nonprofits, a local nonprofit consulting organization that worked with the Center to facilitate the program transfer. “We needed a nonprofit organization whose mission was aligned with the Family Center’s and whose capacity was significant enough to provide for the Family Center Program’s accounting needs and its fundraising and development needs. Neighborhood House, a $5.3 million organization, meets those criteria and more.”

Music Instruction Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keys & Vocal Call Rob at 651-454-5796

COMPASSIÓN

Services in YOUR home We’re a team of care-givers, nurses, and case managers with a passion for your health and well-being. Call us at 651-306-3080 and let’s talk about how we can help you and your family.

Common Good Books

165 Western Ave. N., St. Paul • 651-225-8989 other retail outlets and major online retailers, including:

www.amazon.com / www.barnesandnoble.com

For more information, visit www.timspitzack.com

894 South Robert Street (at Annapolis) West St. Paul, MN 55118 Tel. 651-306-3080 Email: info@sagradocorazon.us Web: www.sagradocorazon.us

St. Paul Voice - December 2010 - Page 7

B usiness YMCA ends year with a new look and a new director Leslie Martin Contributor

ryan Sopert has a hundred reasons to back his statement that the South Family YMCA is not just a “swim and gym.” It’s so much more, said the new executive director, who came on board in late October. His predecessor, Patty McGrath, is now the executive director of the St. Croix Valley YMCA in Hudson and River Falls, Wisc. Sopert arrived just as the remodeling of the Y was reaching completion. From an expanded parking lot with upgraded lighting to a completely overhauled fitness center to new family changing rooms, the Y has experienced quite a renovation. “Now our members won’t have to think about sending their 9-year-

old into a locker room alone or having to decide whether to take a young girl into the men’s locker room to change with you,” said Sopert. The family changing rooms will have lockers and all the usual amenities. Wider doors will improve accessibility for members who use wheelchairs. The Kidstuff area, which provides drop-in child care, has been completely redesigned, with softer flooring, a new check-in area and a structure of learning centers, instead of a general play area. The structured programming, Sopert said, means that there’s much more to the child care than “drop-in” may imply. The most noticeable improvement is the fitness center. For starters, it has tripled in size. All the equipment is new

and state-of-the-art, and there’s more of it. The poured epoxy floor is a welcoming, soothing blue and is much easier to clean than the old matting. Free weights, cycles — including wheelchair accessible bikes — and treadmills abound, but there is plenty of free motion equipment, as well, which is the newest, most up-to-date direction for wellness centers, Sopert explained. “Rather than developing your bicep, it may instead help you in picking up your child, or with gardening or working around the house,” he said. “It’s more functional training that crosses over into everyday life, which may be more useful than a bicep curl.” In fact, the “fitness center” is thought of as a “wellness area,” with implications transcending fitness.

Celebrate the Joy of Christmas December 19 - Music Sunday

8:30 and 11:00 a.m. Festival Service Advent and Christmas music presented by the Augustana choirs, handbells and Minnehaha Brass  9.45 a.m. Congregational Carol Sing Join us in the Fellowship Hall to sing your favorite Christmas Carols and enjoy refreshments

December 24 - Christmas Eve

11:00 a.m. Family Worship 2:30, 4:00, 5:30, 10:30 p.m. Candlelight Worship Holy Communion celebrebrated at 10:30 p.m. service

1400 S. Robert Street, West St. Paul www.augustana.com 651-457-3373

Page 8 - St. Paul Voice - December 2010

Your community news and information source

Bryan Sopert, the South Family YMCA’s new executive director, proudly shows off the newly renovated fitness center. Of course, no renova- in the area while com“I have the great luxury tion at the Y would be muting daily from Eau of coming into an expancomplete without appro- Claire. sion for healthy living,” priate attention to the He had the highest said Sopert, although pool, which underwent of compliments for the the Y will continually a complete emptying and YMCAs in St. Paul and look for improvements, some spiffing up. Minneapolis, and ex- including making better As for the Y’s new lead- pressed three topics as use of the space availer, Sopert is by no means ones to focus on at the able for children’s and senew to the YMCA. South Family Y: youth niors’ programs, such as “I started with the Y as development, healthy the readers’ club, service camp counselor at Camp living and social respon- projects and more. Manitou in Eau Claire, sibility. As an example, on a Wisc., at age 16,” he said. After seeing so many November day the lobby Sopert received his YMCAs, he likes to was crowded with sedegree in vocational re- say, “If you’ve seen one niors socializing after habilitation from the Y, you’ve seen one Y.” their morning workouts. University of Wisconsin- They’re all different, he Spending time with coStout, and worked for said, and he has spent horts were John and several years as a personal the last 12 years working Bessie Wasenda of West trainer at the Eau Claire with new and old build- St. Paul. John has been Y in sports and wellness, ings, veteran staff and a Y member since about including during his col- new staff, and different 1945, and “used to swim lege years. Upon gradua- membership demograph- a mile a day until my tion, he was named exec- ics. shoulder gave out,” he utive director of the Eau “A lot of people think offered with a tinge of reClaire Y. we’re a ‘swim and gym,’” gret as well as acceptance. Since then, he has he said. “But how many Now he uses all the other criss-crossed the nation, people know that we equipment, while Besworking for YMCAs in do a Youth in Govern- sie partakes in the water Arizona, in Tennesse as a ment program? We have aerobics classes. senior director and asso- about 20 kids involved “We get people to sing ciate executive director, at this branch.” It’s part ‘YMCA’ in the classes,” then at the Y in Alabama of the Y’s effort to pro- she said. The two were as vice president of mem- vide socially respon- very complimentary ber experience. sible programming for about their many years of “I gave up the VP ti- the community. Youth experience as Y members. tle to move back to the in Government puts With a grand re-openMidwest, for family, the 8th through 12th grad- ing date still to be set, schools, and a sense of ers through the paces of Sopert summed up his community,” said Sopert, running the state govern- passion and the Y’s miswho is married and the ment, from drafting a bill sion and direction most father of two young chil- to serving on the Supreme succinctly. dren. “Growing up, we’d Court. Other programs “We’re not selling drive (from his native include the “Ph.D.” pro- treadmills,” he said. “If Eau Claire) to the Twin gram focusing on “physi- you’re doing it for the Cities and visit Como cally healthy and driven” right reasons, you’ll have Park. I wanted to share kids and families, and a a successful Y.” that with my kids.” He is Model United Nations currently house-hunting program for students.

H oliday Event Guide continued from page 1 diaries. Listen to holiday music played on the 1875 Steinway piano and enjoy fresh-baked Christmas cookies and hot cider. Tours are held 10 a.m.3 p.m., Wed.-Sat., and noon-3 p.m., Sun. Cost is $9 for adults, $7 for seniors and college students, and $5 for ages 6-17. Reservations are required. Tickets are available at http://tickets. mnhs.org or by calling 651-296-8760. Horse-drawn carriage tours around the historic Irvine Park district are offered noon-4 p.m., Sat., Dec. 18; rides leave every 15 minutes. Tickets are available at the Carriage House gift shop and at http://tickets.mnhs. org. Reservations are recommended. Cost is $10 for adults, $9 for seniors and college students, and $8 for ages 3-17. The James J. Hill House, 240 Summit Ave., bustles with excitement in December as

Your community news and information source

costumed actors portray servants making holiday preparations at the mansion. Using a script based on letters and oral histories of Hill family servants, the one-hour tour moves through the elegant first floor spaces and then to the basement servant work areas. Tours are offered every 30 minutes, from 1-3:30 p.m. Cost is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, and $6 for ages 6-17. Reservations are recommended. For more information, call 651297-2555. On Dec. 19 and 26, at 6 p.m., costumed actors will present a reader’s theater performance of holiday stories, including works by Mark Twain and Willa Cather, and O. Henry’s “Gift of the Magi,” and selections from Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” Cost is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, and $6 for ages 6-17. Reservations are recommended. For more information, call

651-297-2555. The Saint Paul Hotel, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, offers lunch and dinner performances of “It’s A Wonderful Life A Live Radio Play.” Actors present a 1946 radio broadcast in the famous Promenade Ballroom of the Saint Paul Hotel, located at 350 Market St. Matinee performances feature a three-course lunch, and the evening shows feature a threecourse dinner. Cost is $55 per person for matinee performances and $75 per person for evening performances. For more information, call 651-228-3860 or visit www.saintpaulhotel.com, search special events. “Fezziwig’s Feast - A delightful telling of a Christmas Carol” is presented Thurs.-Sun. through Dec. 19 at the Harriet Island Pavillion. Travel back in time to 1843 to be the guest at one of London’s most famous Christmas par-

Book Your Holiday Party Today!

Horse-drawn carriage tours around the historic Irvine Park district are offered Sat., Dec. 18, noon-4 p.m. For details, call 651-296-8760. ties, hosted by Mister Fezziwig, a dear “friend” of Charles Dickens. The event features a performance of “A Christmas Carol” and a 5-course Victorian holiday feast. Tickets are $74.50 for adults and $34.50 for children age 12 and under. To order, visit www. ticketmaster.com or call 1-800-982-2787.

The sounds of the season

If the same 12 songs played over and over on the airwaves has you longing for something more, you’ll be happy to know that the Fitzgerald Theatre, 10 E. Exchange St., St. Paul, is hosting a number of holiday concerts. The New Standards, a jazz trio, will present

a holiday concert at 8 p.m., Fri., Dec. 3 and Sat., Dec. 4, and 2 p.m., Sun., Dec. 5. Tickets are $20-$32. A Heartland Holiday Concert with Peter Ostroushko is presented at 8 p.m., Sat., Dec. 11. Composer and instrumentalist Peter Ostroush-

Holiday Guide/ Page 10

Keep it in the Neighborhood!

The Holidays are fast-approaching. Call today to make reservations for your Holiday parties and get-togethers. Our festive restaurant can accommodate groups up to 60. Special menu available with all-inclusive pricing.

Holiday Party Trays Available!

Your Neighborhood Mexican Restaurante & Cantina Located in District del Sol bocachicarestaurant.com 11 Cesar Chavez Street, St. Paul • 651-222-8499

Wishing you Peace and Goodwill this Season  Ride service for all Dakota  Help for family caregivers  Grocery shopping and errands for older adults

businesses and

 Homemaking and outdoor

chore services for older adults

 Information & assistance  Volunteer opportunities for all ages

Support

local

County residents

Donate your car to DARTS!

Serving Older Adults and Their Families Since 1974 We’re Here for You!

651-455-1560

www.darts1.org • www.caregiverMN.org

Buy West Side this holiday season!

Brought to you by the Riverview Economic Development Association

St. Paul Voice - December 2010 - Page 9

H oliday Event Guide continued from page 9 ko is accompanied by his full Heartland Holiday Ensemble. The concert will include ancient a cappella carols of Ostroushko’s Ukranian heritage to Brazilian choros. Tickets are $28-$32. Holiday Cocktails with Maria Jette is presented at 8 p.m., Sat., Dec. 18. This holiday party will be filled with seasonal tunes, humorous songs and witty banter. Soprano Maria Jette has performed with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Houston Symphony Orchestra, New York Chamber Symphony, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, Minnesota Orchestra and many others. Tickets are $28-$32. Augustana College will present Holiday Jam with the Hegg Brothers at 7:30 p.m., Tues., Dec. 21. This musical showcase features the talents of a 9-piece band playing Christmas classics and

contemporary new arrangements in the signature lush, rhythmic and funky sounds of Jeremy Hegg, Jon Hegg, Noah Hoehn and friends. This two-hour show will feature stories of the season, messages for the heart and music to lift the spirits. Tickets are $25-$35. The Minnesota Orchestra will perform Handel’s Messiah at 7:30 p.m., Thurs., Dec. 9, at the Cathedral of St. Paul, 239 Selby Ave. The first words heard in Handel’s beloved oratorio, “Comfort Ye!,” help set the stage for an evening of magnificent music that can renew the soul. Tickets are $22-$55. For information or to order tickets, call the box office at 612-371-5642.

Other events • Holiday Flower Show - The Marjorie McNeely Como Park Conservatory, located in Como Park, St. Paul, will feature hundreds of poin-

Your community news and information source settias during its popular holiday flower show. A toasty stroll through the Conservatory is sure to help you shake the chill of winter and warm your heart. The show is presented 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily Dec. 4-Jan. 23, 2011. Cost is free, but a donation is suggested. • The Camel’s Back Radio Play – “Camel’s Back,” a romantic comedy written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, will be presented radio-drama style Dec. 11-12 at the James J. Hill House. The story recounts the hilarious misadventures of a young socialite during the holiday season revelry of 1919 St. Paul. Performances are held at 6 and 8 p.m., Sat., Dec. 11, and 6 p.m., Sun., Dec. 12. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors and students, and include a tour of the mansion following the show. For reservations, call 651-2972555.

Expires 12/30/10

Page 10 - St. Paul Voice - December 2010

The Old Fashioned Holiday Bazaar at the Landmark Center. • Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar - Landmark Center will host the 32nd Annual Landmark Center Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar Dec. 2-4. The event features 78 booths of unique handcrafted gift items by the area’s finest artists, festive music and food. Items for sale

include jewelry, wreaths, paintings, woven and wearable art, handmade lotions, soaps and more. Hours are 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Dec. 2-3 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Dec. 4. Cost is $3; children under age 12 are free. Landmark Center is located at 75 W. 5th St., St. Paul. For more infor-

mation, call 651-2923225 or visit www.landmarkcenter.org. • St. Nicholas exhibit – A new traveling exhibit, “Who is St. Nicholas? Advent and Christmas Saint, Discovering the Truth about Santa Claus,” is on display through Dec. 26 in

Expires 12/30/10

H oliday Event Guide the north lobby of the Landmark Center, 75 W. 5th St., St. Paul. Hours are noon-5 p.m., Mon.Sun., and noon-8 p.m., Thurs. The exhibit was curated by Carol Myers, founder of the St. Nicholas Center in Holland, Mich. It explores the life of Nicholas, born about AD 260 in Patara, Asia Minor, in what is now Turkey. He was Bishop of Myra until his death, Dec. 6, AD 342, which is celebrated as St. Nicholas Day in many parts of the world. Nicholas is the patron saint of children and sailors and is closely associated with Greece, Italy, Russia and the Netherlands. The exhibit looks at the stories and legends of St. Nicholas and his place within faith traditions and international customs. It includes hands-on children’s activities and a vast collection of art, icons, symbols, toys, statues and other

treasures from around the world. For information, visit www.landmarkcenter.org or view the online exhibit at www.stnicholascenter.org. • Santa’s Train Shop - The Jackson Street Roundhouse, 193 Pennsylvania Ave. E., St. Paul, will be transformed into Santa’s Train Shop 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19. Participants may visit Santa, do some holiday shopping, take a train ride, and view the decorated 100-yearold roundhouse. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for ages 5-15 and seniors, and $5 for ages 2-4. For more information call 651-228-0263. • Riverview Baptist Church Christmas Concert - Riverview Baptist Church, 14 E. Moreland Ave., West St. Paul, is hosting a Christmas concert at 6 p.m., Sat., Dec. 4, featuring the “Joyful Bells” bell choir from

Your community news and information source Joy Lutheran church in Prescott, Wisc. The concert, which is free and open to the public, will feature a sing-along of traditional Christmas carols, and refreshments following the concert. For more information, call 651-457-3831 or visit www.riverviewbaptist. net. • Christmas Bake Sale and Breakfast with Santa - The Rosary Society/Council of Catholic Women and the Boy Scout troop at the Church of St. Matthew are cosponsoring a Christmas Bake Sale and Breakfast with Santa. The bake sale is held noon-5:30 p.m., Sat., Dec. 11 and 8 a.m.-noon, Sun., Dec. 12 in the social hall at the Church of St. Matthew, 500 Hall Ave., St. Paul. It will feature will a variety of Christmas cookies,

sweet breads, caramels, fruitcake, candy, snack mixes and other holiday treats. On Sun., Dec. 12, the Boy Scouts are sponsoring Breakfast with Santa, 9 a.m.-noon. Breakfast includes sausages, eggs, beverages, and all-youcan-eat pancakes. Cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children aged 11 and under. Photos with Santa will be available for $3. For more information, call 651-224-9793. • Breakfast with Santa - The Kiwanis Club of West St. Paul is hosting Breakfast with Santa 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Sun., Dec. 5, at the South Family YMCA, 150 E. Thompson Ave., West St. Paul. The meal includes pancakes, sausage, milk, juice and coffee. Cost Holiday Event Guide / Page 12

The Gift of Gab

The Landmark Center is featuring a special St. NicholasNo exhibit Dec. 26. bells through & whistles, just what you need.

Cell Phones! Accessories! Low Cost Plans!

Toys For Tots Drop-Off We will be collecting toys for the Toys For Tots Foundation during the month of December. Please stop by and drop-off your donation.

Confidence

Plans from $

comes in

many colors.

20 mo.

No Contract or Credit Check

FREE ACTIVATION! 433 E. Mendota Road, West St. Paul 651-455-6995 www.bargaincellularllc.com

We are conveniently located on the corner of Dodd Rd. & Hwy 110 in the Village at Mendota Heights Ph. 651-209-4800

Member FDIC Any

720 Main Street

Color Service

2010 America’s Best High School*

Mendota Heights, MN 55118 (651) 454-5900 Mon-Thu 9am-8pm Fri 9am-7pm Sat 9am-5pm Sun 11am-4pm

Full Color or Highlights

2007 National Charter School of the Year 2003 National School of Character

*U.S. News & World Report

• Rigorous Academics • Peace Education and Ethics, Taught and Modeled Daily • Music, Art & Choir • Grades 7-12 Sports • All Day Kindergarten • 3- and 5-Day Preschool • Small Class Sizes • College in the Schools & PSEO • Admission Possible Program • Tuition-Free

Come see for yourself!

An Award-Winning PreK-12 Public Charter School Celebrating 16 Years of Success!

Public Tours: Each Wednesday, 9:30 am

Call: 651-776-5151

Join us for these special events: Dec. 16: Winter Program Feb. 1: High School 2nd semester starts, accepting new students in 9 – 12 Feb. 24: 2011/2012 New Student Application Deadline May 26: Annual Meeting & Spring Concert

Educating the whole person ~ mind, body and will ~ for wholeness and fullness of life for all.

Adult Cut

Wax

$ $ 99 $1199 $699 Adult Cut 6 off Shampoo-Cut-Dry

NE corner of Hwy 110 & Dodd Road

Shampoo Cut Dry

Single area

Limit one person per coupon. Valid only at Mendota Heights location. Exp. 1/8/11.

Limit one person per coupon Valid only at Mendota Hts location Expires 11/20/10

Any Color Service $6 Off Full Color or Highlights Limit one person per coupon. Valid only at Mendota Heights location. Exp. 1/8/11.

Wax

$ 99

Single Area

Limit one person per coupon. Valid only at Mendota Heights location. Exp. 1/8/11.

720 Main Street, Mendota Heights NE corner of Hwy 110 & Dodd Road

651-454-5900

Mon-Thurs 9 am-8 pm • Fri 9 am-7 pm Sat 9 am-5 pm • Sun 11 am-4 pm

St. Paul Voice - December 2010 - Page 11

H oliday Event Guide continued from page 11 is $5 for adults and $2 for children under age 12. The event also includes activities, games and the opportunity to have a photo taken with Santa. • Holiday Boutique and Bake Sale – St. Michael Church, 335 E. Hurley St., West St. Paul, is hosting a holiday boutique and bake sale 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat., Dec. 4, and 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Sun.,

Your community news and information source

Dec. 5. For more information, call 651-4572334 or visit www.stmichaelweststpaul.org. • Children’s Christmas Party - The AMVETS and VFW Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a children’s Christmas Party 2-4 p.m., Sat., Dec. 11 at the VFW Post home, located at 1323 Sibley Memorial Hwy., Mendota. The event features face painting, a visit from Santa, games, coloring and snacks.

Budgeting for the Holidays I f the approaching holiday season fills you with dread over how it will affect your finances, you’ll want to review these money-saving strategies from Lou Scatigna, a financial planner, radio host and author of “The Financial Physician” (www.thefinancialphysician.com). “The holidays can either be the happiest time of the year or the most stressful time of the year,” said Scatigna. “The truth

Celebrate the Holidays with us! We can host/cater your family or work holiday party. SERVING GOOD FOOD, DRINK & ATMOSPHERE! Also, a Glockenspiel GIFT CERTIFICATE can please anyone!

605 W. 7th St., St. Paul (1 mile west of the Xcel Center)

651-292-9421

Open Daily 11 AM

Real German Food!

St. Paul’s German Restaurant

www.glockenspielrestaurant.com

is, it can be easier. We all have high expectations for ourselves when the holidays come around, but by simply taking a step back to look at our situations realistically, we can actually plan a joyous holiday without taking ourselves to the poorhouse to do it.” His tips on holiday budget planning are: • Honestly evaluate your current financial situation and determine how much you can spend without going into significant debt. • Decide the maximum amount of spending that will be done on credit

cards. • Discuss with your children that during tough times, holiday spending will be lower than when times are good. • Start shopping now. This will give you the time to search for sales and bargains. Also, great bargains can be found online so don’t overlook shopping on the Internet. • Instead of buying 3 or 4 expensive gifts, buy a larger number of inexpensive ones. • Start a holiday club bank account so next year you will have the cash saved.

HANDYMAN

MR. LARRY FOR HIRE

"Want it done right? Call me first, the woman who cares!" Professional Painting • Faux Finishing Wall Repair • Papering

Join Us!

Call BESS: 651-459-6090

Tues., December 21 5 - 9 p.m. • Nachos by Louis • Prizes • Drink Specials • Meat Raffle • Pull Tabs

Night

Thank you for your support this past year! The West St. Paul Commercial Club, sponsors of youth activities, wishes everyone

Happy Holidays! Party Room Available!

938 So. Robert Street • West St. Paul • 651-451-4070 • License # 01042

The staff at Pace's wish you

Happy Holidays!

A Full Service Station • Full Service Gasoline • Windshield Wash • Oil & fluid check with fill • Tire pressure check • Bumper to Bumper Auto Care from ASE Certified Technicians

For honest and dependable service, visit Pace's

1247 S. Robert St. , West St. Paul • 651-457-3935 www.paces-service-center.com All Brands of Tires

• Complete auto service • Towing & starting services

• Family owned & operated • Six service Bays

We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover and Amex

Page 12 - St. Paul Voice - December 2010

I do painting, repairs & cleaning of homes and apartments Window Washing Gutter Cleaning and Repairs

Insured

651-399-4304

Id &

R iver Connections

Your community news and information source

Sleep well, Old Man River Mississippi River receives welcomed rest after busy shipping season Tim Spitzack Editor

bout this time each year, the last towboat of the shipping season quietly slips out of St. Paul, pushing the final barges of commodities downriver. To most, it’s not at all a monumental event. However, to those who work in the shipping industry it’s a significant yearly milestone. It’s a time when river life downshifts to a much slower pace. In recent weeks, a whirlwind of activity has taken place on the river, which serves as a main transportation artery for the heartland region. Each year nearly nine million tons of grain, including corn, soybeans and wheat, is delivered to distant ports from St. Paul, with as many as 300 barges in the system each day during peak times in October.

Now the ever-present drone of the large diesel engines of the towboats is gone and the river is quiet, save for the outboard motors of a few hardy sportsmen who will troll the waters until they freeze over. After the barges are gone, the river, made choppy by the gales of November, appears restless, as if it feels guilty for clocking out and heading home. It’s a working river, a bluecollar river that is accustomed to hard work. But the biting northern winds of December help settle it down. The freezing temperatures of the coming weeks will remind the river that it has completed a job well-done and that it is now okay to rest. And rest it will. It’s a slow process of quieting the mighty Mississippi. At first a thin sheet of ice will form near its banks, and with each

passing day and the falling of temperature, the river will move a little slower, become a little calmer. Slowly but surely the crust of ice will accumulate inward until it eventually wraps the river in a frozen blanket, securing it for its long winter’s nap. During this time, the river will receive a welcome respite from the pressures we thrust upon it. No longer will diesel fuel and oil find their way into the river, nor will polluted storm water run-off from our lawns and industries, or trash left behind by unsympathetic recreationalists. Factors that work at eroding its banks also take a break during the winter months. However, even as the river rests, it is still alive, ever moving. It traps oxygen under its icy blanket to support the fish and other aquatic life

One of the last barges of the season quietly slips out of St. Paul. that live within it, and it never stops roaming between its shores. A few short months from now,

after it is well-rested, the river will throw back its blanket and proclaim, “I’m ready to work. I’m

ready to play.” And we’ll be glad it is.

New Senior Housing in South St. Paul Opening Fall 2011

The Gubash and Karas Families wish you a happy holiday season!

We're at your Disposal • Demolition Waste • Trash & Lawn Debris • Appliances

Roll Off Boxes for Large Jobs

• Construction Waste • Old Furniture • Tires West Side Owned and Operated

We Accept It All! One Time Pickup Available

Reasonable Rates! If you're planning a home improvement project, or are simply cleaning out your garage or basement, give us a call. We can help you get rid of the waste that comes with any home or lawn project. Call us today, we accept it all.

Mon. - Sat. 8-5

Twin City Refuse

We Support

"The Original Recyclers" • 651-227-1549 An environmentally concerned company Convenient Location: 318 W. Water St., St. Paul

Apply now for Thompson Heights, an independent living senior (age 55+) housing development that will be located on Thompson Avenue between 13th and 15th Avenue North in South St. Paul. The building will be completely smoke-free and will feature: • Mix of one- and two-bedroom units • Underground Heated Parking Garage • Secured Entrances • Exercise Room • Laundry Facilities • Community Room with Kitchen • Exercise & Club Rooms • Elevator • Secured Entrances • Screened Porch There will be 60 units, of which 54 will have affordable fixed rents, and six two-bedroom units will have market rate rents. Affordable Fixed-Rent Units: • Income Limits: One person: $45,100; Two people: $51,550 • Rent: 1 bedroom = $550; 2 bedroom = $673 Market Rate Units: • No income limits • Rent: $895 (includes one underground parking space)

Note: These are 2010 income limits and rents and they are subject to change.

To request an application, call 651-675-4440. Recycling

Bring us one item or a houseful. We accept it all!

For more information visit www.dakotacda.org or call 651-675-4400 St. Paul Voice - December 2010 - Page 13

N ews Briefs

Your community news and information source

Rep. Hansen receives honor

place in the St. Paul City Conference. It lost 2-1 in double overtime to St. Paul Central in the Section 4A tournament.

Minnesota District 39A State Representative Rick Hansen has been selected “Legislator of the Year” by the Minnesota Deputy Registrar Association. The association represents the 174 Deputy Registrar offices throughout the state. Deputy Registrars issue vehicle license tabs, transfer vehicle titles and conduct Department of Natural Resources transactions for boats, snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles.

Home Tour nominations

The 2011 Minneapolis & St. Paul Home Tour is seeking homeowners and home improvement professionals to be featured on the tour, held April 30 and May 1, 2011. Nominations and applications are due Sat., Jan. 15, 2011. Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program manages the tour. For more information, contact Margo Ashmore at 612-8674874 or link@nrp.org. The application can be downloaded from www. MSPHomeTour.com under “nominate.”

Humboldt soccer players earn All-State honors

Two players on the Humboldt High School soccer team received AllState honors in Class A Boys soccer. Junior Julian Garcia-Delaney was named All-State and senior Yae Naing Tun was named All-State Honorable Mention. The team finished the year with a 14-5-2 record and second

Baby Boomers may apply online for Medicare

This January marks a historic moment: our nation’s first baby boomers are turning 65. If you fall

into this category and would like to begin your Medicare coverage when you first become eligible, it’s important that you apply within three months of reaching age 65. The application is available at www.socialsecurity.gov/ medicareonly and can be completed in as little as 10 minutes. People who started receiving Social Security retirement or disability benefits before age 65 do not need to apply; they will be automatically enrolled in Medicare. To learn more about Medicare benefits, visit www.Medicare.gov. To learn more about Medicare and the online application, visit www. socialsecurity.gov/medicareonly.

Kwanzaa Workshop and Tasting

Cherokee Park United Church, 371 W. Baker St. St. Paul, will host a Kwanzaa Workshop and Tasting 6-7:30 p.m., Mon., Dec. 6. The workshop will explain the es-

S A L E! ~ EY E W EA R ~ S A L E ! U s e y our Flex Dollars o n V i s i o n !

EYEGLASSES

EYEWEAR

Buy One, Get One

FREE

Complete Package

only $

Buy one pair of glasses at regular price, get one pair FREE. See store for details.

Contact Lens Rebates up to $

100

One year supply. See store for details.

See store for details.

All Major Insurance Plans Accepted, including Medica, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Preferred One and Health Partners.

M etrO o ptics

Ask About Same Day Service!

101 E. 5th St, Ste. 281 • US Bank Skyway 651-227-6506 www.metroopticsstpaul.com

S A L E! ~ EY E W EA R ~ S A L E ! U s e y our Flex Dollars o n V i s i o n !

Holiday Gift Packages Includes gift certificate to use in-store or online at www.specsonthebeach.com, a FREE designer T-shirt and cleaner. See store for details.

Fashion, Fun, Protection from the Sun!

Oakley • Rayban • Maui Jim • Costa Del Mar • REVO

PRESCRIPTION SUNGLASSES Includes a great selection of prescription quality frames, SV lenses and sunglass tine/UV protection. See store for details.

The Sunny Side of Metro Optical!

444 Cedar St., Downtown St. Paul 651-233-2172 www.specsonthebeach.com

Page 14 - St. Paul Voice - December 2010

only $

sential steps of celebrating the African American cultural holiday of Kwanzaa, including the Kwanzaa symbols, principles and gift-giving guidelines. In addition, it will explore the compatibility of Kwanzaa with Christianity. The workshop will end with a tasting of African and African-American foods served during Kwanzaa. The workshop will be led by Cherokee Park United Church pastoral intern and United Theological Seminary student Pamela Y. Cook, who has helped coordinate Kwanzaa celebrations in Georgia, Illinois, Wisconsin and Iowa. Child care is available by request by registering in advance. To register, contact Pastor Tim Johnson at 651-227-4275 or cpuc@usfamily.net. For more information about the church, visit www. cherokeeparkunited.org.

Mendota Heights seeks applicants for commission openings

The city of Mendota Heights is seeking applicants to fill threeyear volunteer terms on the Airport Relations, Planning, and Parks and Recreation advisory commissions. Advisory commissions meet monthly and advise the City Council about ideas, projects, requests and concerns in their focus areas. Members must be of voting age and reside within Mendota Heights. To apply, submit a letter of interest to City Administrator David McKnight, 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, MN, 55118. Application letters will be accepted through Fri., Dec. 10.

West Side Booster 14U football claims city title

Santino Franco, who is stepping down this year from a 15-year volunteer career of coaching the West Side Booster Club’s 14U football team, is going out in style. In October, his team claimed the Capital City Championship. This is the third year in a row that the team has captured the title. “We didn’t have any superstars, just a very good team,” said Franco of his team, which finished the year with a perfect 10-0 record. During his tenure, Franco has coached teams to victory in four Capital City Championship games and one Twin Cities Championship game, which pits St. Paul clubs against Minneapolis clubs.

Restored mural unveiled

he Riverview Economic Development Association recently unveiled the restored “El Midwest Canto al Pueblo” mural, located on the West Side at 176 Cesar Chavez St. The mural was originally created by Pablo Basques and installed in 1979 to pay tribute to the national Chicano/Latino arts movement. This summer, over 50 neighborhood youth from the Youth Farm and Market Project and community members from the West Side Citizens Organization assisted local artists Basques, Greta Mclain, Joshua Sarintitis and Kristin Rafferty in cutting the glass pieces that were used to restore the mural. The project is part of a larger effort to restore and maintain public art on the West Side. Also nearing completion is the restoration of the “Hunger Has No Color” mural at 344 S Robert St. This black and white mural depicts a multicultural community struggling with the issue of hunger. It was created in 1985 by John Acosta, Richard

The restored “El Midwest Canto al Pueblo” mural, located at 176 Cesar Chavez St. Schletty and Armando Gutierrez. The program has also restored the “Cesar Chavez” tribute sculpture in La Placita. Artist Curtis Ingvoldsted facilitated repairs to the wooden sculpture and applied a more colorful stain and protective varnish. Financial support

for these projects came from the city of St. Paul’s Cultural STAR program, Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, Neighborhood Partnership Initiative, COMPAS, Captain Ken’s Foods, and in-kind support from artists, including Craig David and Curtis Ingvoldsted.

L etters to the Editor A thanks to the voters of Mendota Heights

I am writing to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to all the people who helped with my bid for mayor of Mendota Heights, and to those who voted for me. Your trust in my ability to lead the future direction of our city and to represent the community is truly humbling. My greatest pleasure was meeting and getting to know so many of you and

visiting all of our beautiful neighborhoods. I am confident that the city will do well with its new leadership and I will remain active in local and regional activities. Jill Smith 2010 candidate

Mendota Heights candidate offers her gratitude

Thank you for the privilege of running for City Council. Walking every Mendota Heights neighborhood, listening to

Your community news and information source your concerns and hearing your opinions has been a wonderful experience. To the woman who gave me a ride to my car when I knocked on her door during a rainstorm and to the many residents who offered me a glass of water, thank you. To the neighbors who invited me into their homes so we could talk about issues, your views were heard. I encourage you to remain involved. Attend city council, county and school meetings, vol-

unteer to serve on our Parks, Planning or Airports Commission, read the latest news articles about local activities, and talk with friends about issues that impact us all. My sincere thanks to the many residents and new friends who called and emailed asking how to support my campaign. Your willingness to donate your time, host a lawn sign and talk to your neighbors about my candidacy is greatly appreciated. My commitment

to fiscal discipline, open and accessible government, and enhancing our quality of life remains firm. I am humbled by the trust you placed in me and your belief in my leadership and decision -making ability. I am deeply grateful to the many residents who voted for me. Thank you for your vote. I will continue to work with city officials and residents to ensure that we preserve Mendota Heightsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; reputation as a safe, finan-

cially strong, high quality first-ring suburb. Please feel free to contact me if I can be of assistance to you. Sally Lorberbaum 2010 candidate

Insurance STATE FARM Steve Stremski

20 Thompson Ave. E. West St. Paul Home, Auto, Business, Financial Services.

651-457-6348

Lehner Law Office LLC Wills, Trusts, Guardianship, Conservatorship and Probate

integrity

651.343.3938 West St. Paul, MN 55118

www.lehnerlawoffice.com

Wishing you a joyous holiday season and a new year filled with health and happiness! Your partner in better health! At Back in Balance Chiropractic Clinic, we strive to be the best in patient care. We excel in putting you, the patient, first! Our doctors will listen to your health concerns and perform a thorough physical examination, and take any necessary x-rays. Following your initial visit, we will give you a written report that explains what your problem is, if we can help you and how long it might take for you to recover.

Dr. Scott Mooring

Dr. Debby Jerikovsky

If you suffer from back pain, neck pain or headaches, call Back in Balance Chiropractic Clinic today for a

FREE CONSULTATION

Back in Balance

S R E L B AM

a r o f s r e e t n u l o v g n i n k a e g n Se i s u y d u t s h c r r a o e f s e g r u r d l a n o i t a g i t s e n v o in i t c i d d a g n i l b gam een w t e b e Must b old s r a e y 5 18 and 7

l l a c e Pleas 3 6 3 4 7 2 6 2 61 ation

rm o f n i e r for mo ta o s e n n i of M y t i s r e w v e i v r Uni i a F , nter e C l a c i Med

CHIROPRACTIC & REHAB CLINIC

1525 Livingston Ave., West St. Paul 651-455-5264 â&#x20AC;˘ www.backinbalancemn.com

St. Paul Voice - December 2010 - Page 15

C ommunity Column

e are thrilled to announce that Neighborhood House is growing by adopting the programming of East Side Family Center. East Side Family Center works with families to keep them strong and stable, providing assistance with basic needs like food, clothing, medical in-

FOR RENT

Spacious one-bedroom apartments for seniors & people with disabilities. • Must be age 62 and older or disabled • Some apartments are wheelchair accessible • Income-based rent • Downtown location

Heritage House Apartments 218 E. 7th St., St. Paul

651-228-9775

Your community news and information source

surance, mental health services, housing issues, rental issues, utility payments, homelessness, violence prevention and life skills. The combination of East Side Family Center and Neighborhood House will benefit the West Side and Neighborhood House by expanding the services we offer on the West Side, espe-

cially in work with the homeless, people with housing issues and early childhood education. East Side Family Center is an ideal fit with Neighborhood House’s mission, strategy and services: both provide services that offer a comprehensive approach to breaking the cycle of poverty. The addition of East Side Family Center programs expands our potential funding base to include supporters who traditionally concentrate their giving on the East Side of St. Paul. It increases the Neighborhood House operating budget by about 17 percent. It also means that Neighborhood House

will be in nearly all areas of St. Paul – West Side, East Side and West End. The increase in geographic scope, overall size and visibility puts Neighborhood House in a better position to attract support from individuals, foundations and government. Finally, it strengthens a key partnership with St. Paul Public Schools. All East Side programs are housed in St. Paul Public School buildings. This if the first time that Neighborhood House programs will be based in school buildings and will provide opportunities to deepen the partnership between the schools and Neighborhood House.

Sweaters 2 for 1

Bring us two and we'll clean one

Free

Cleaning done on site

No Limit

651-457-2909

Please present coupon with incoming order Not valid with other offers. Expires 12/31/10.

(Smith at Dodd Rd.)

Camelot Cleaners, 984 So. Smith West St. Paul • 651-457-2909

984 So. Smith Ave. - West St. Paul Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7-7, Sat 8-4.

Advertise Advertise Advertise Advertise Advertise Advertise Advertise Page 16 - St. Paul Voice - December 2010

I hope you will join us for one or more of these following events: • Sat., Dec. 4, 10 a.m.5 p.m. - Neighborhood House will hold our first annual Unique Cultural Boutique. It’s a perfect opportunity to browse the offerings of this area’s talented artists and pick up some special holiday gifts. • Thurs., Dec. 16, 6 p.m. - Join us for the St. Paul Optimists Club/ Neighborhood House Holiday dinner. In conjunction with the dinner, we will also offer our popular free toy distribution. Space is limited so make sure you register by stopping by Neighborhood House, 179 Robie St. E. Residents of zip code 55107 and Neighborhood House participants are eligible. • Ongoing: volunteering and giving. With unemployment still high, the number of people seeking assistance from our food shelf, job seek-

ers improving their prospects in our Adult Basic Education program and children in our Youth Leadership program continues to grow. You can help support these efforts by donating at www. neighb.org or by calling Lisa Lane at 651-7892502. You can also pitch in by volunteering in the food shelf, classroom or Youth Center. Call Adam Thompson at 651-7892503 for more information. Finally, a special thanks to all who joined us at our first annual Revel with a Cause event, benefiting Neighborhood House. This unique, fun event, held at El Barrio in Lowertown, drew over 230 people. We showcased Neighborhood House’s successful efforts to reduce gang activity and found a receptive audience. Over $130,000 gross was raised. Best wishes for a happy, healthy holiday season!

Looking for new customers or employees? We can help! Our newspaper group reaches: • 16,500 homes and businesses in St. Paul, West St. Paul, Mendota Heights, Lilydale and Sunfish Lake. • 4,000 homes and businesses in downtown St. Paul • 8,500 homes and businesses in South St. Paul • The Hispanic audience of the Twin Cities — the fastest growing demographic population in the region For more information, call 651-457-1177 or visit www.stpaulpublishing.com Display Advertising Employment Advertising Pre-printed Inserts Website Advertising

C ommunity Column

By Lydia Nobello

e would like to thank all the West Siders and friends who attended, contributed to and volunteered at our annual meeting, held Wed., Nov. 10 at Neighborhood House. We would like to especially thank Captain Ken’s Firehouse Chili, Jerabek’s Bakery and Neighborhood House for their very generous support. The evening included the award ceremony for West Sider of the Year 2010. We had a tie this year. Maureen Hark and Debbie Luna were both honored for their community work and dedication to improving the quality of life on the West Side. Congratula-

tions Maureen and Debbie! Thanks for all the wonderful work you do on the West Side. WSCO’s new executive director, Elena Gaarder, outlined our recently completed Strategic Plan, which will guide WSCO’s work for the next 3 years. Program goals include increasing civic participation of our residents, ensuring a safe and healthy environment, and influencing the built infrastructure to match community values. Some of the strategies to achieve WSCO’s goals include working as a primary connector on the West Side by recruiting, training and engaging residents through workshops, committee participation, board par-

Your community news and information source ticipation and volunteer activities, as well as voter registration. Strategies to ensure a safe and healthy West Side include working to increase neighborhood resources, creating a community asset map, developing a West Side communication system, and promoting sustainability of West Side Annual Clean Up, energy conservation programs and community gardens. Another important focus for WSCO will be working to influence the built infrastructure on the West Side. WSCO will continue to influence zoning decisions, serve on planning and visioning committees and forums, initiate local area plans and advocate on behalf of the neighborhood to the City. Currently, the West Side must consider future access to two of its most valuable assets: Baker Recreation Center and Cherokee Heights Pool. A vital part of West Side infrastructure, Baker Recreation Center is

The Perfect Holiday Gift. ACT NOW FOR BEST SEATS!

home to the Jane Addams School for Democracy, All Around the Neighborhood, Teatro del Pueblo, Head Start, West Side Safe Neighborhood Council, Youth Farm and Market Project, Baker Mondays!, Jason DeLaO Karate School and Youth Apprenticeship project. In addition, Baker houses a community computer lab and a community kitchen and also serves as a West Side polling site. With Baker at risk of closure due to major funding cuts, WSCO encourages concerned residents to contact WSCO to

connect with West Siders working on a plan to keep the doors of Baker and Cherokee pool open to our community. Community members met at WSCO recently to discuss concerns about the intersection of Ohio/ Winifred/Alice Court. A traffic study conducted by the city of St. Paul concluded that traffic speeds are consistent with posted limits. However, visibility for both pedestrians and drivers to safely cross the intersection continues to be a challenge. Residents were presented with lim-

ited options to increase safety in the area, but we will continue to work toward resolving the issue. As a primary gateway to the West Side, this issue is important to residents who want to increase safety, calm traffic and help beautify the intersection. Anyone interested in working to improve the intersection is encouraged to contact WSCO. For more information, contact us at 651-2931708, visit our office at 127 W. Winifred St., or view us at www.wsco.org and on facebook.

Get Culverized - www.culvers.com MERRY CHRISTMAS!

CULVER’S WEST ST. PAUL 125 MARIE AVE. E. 651-457-1870

Flavor of the Day... Dec. 1 - Cashew Delight Dec. 2 - Butter Pecan Dec. 3 - Mint Oreo Dec. 4 - Butter Brickle Dec. 5 - Toffee Pecan Dec. 6 - Strawberry Cheesecake Dec. 7 - Turtle Dec. 8 - Egg Nog Brickle Dec. 9 - Butter Pecan Dec. 10 - Cherry Pecan

Dec. 11 - Crazy for Cookie Dough Dec. 12 - Raspberry Cheesecake Dec. 13 - Mint Oreo Dec. 14 - Caramel Pecan Dec. 15 - Rocky Road Dec. 16 - Mint Chip Dec. 17 - Turtle Dove Dec. 18 - Snicker Swirl Dec. 19 - Chocolate Cheesecake Dec. 20 - Egg Nog Brickle

Dec. 21 - Oreo Candy Cane Dec. 22 - Turtle Dec. 23 - Strawberry Cheesecake Dec. 24 - Caramel Cashew Dec. 25 - CLOSED Dec. 26 - Butter Pecan Dec. 27 - Egg Nog Brickle Dec. 28 - Red Raspberry Dec. 29 - Cherry Pecan Dec. 30 - Oreo Candy Cane Dec. 31 - Egg Nog Brickle

Daily Specials... MON. .................................................. Taco Salad FRI. ...........................................Tuna Salad Wrap TUES. ....................Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich SAT. ............................................ 3 Chesse Burger WED. ................................................... BBQ Pork SUN. ........................................Bacon Bleu Burger THURS. ...................................BLT on Sourdough

Picture your treasures beautifully framed. Prints, photos, paintings, fabric art, veterans’ medals, your old Beatles records. Let us surprise you with our creative, expert ideas. an Ordway Production Lyrics by Tim rice music by andrew Lloyd Webber

featuring American Idol finalist

anthony Fedorov

and a cast of 80 including 40 local children director/Choreographer ames a. rocco Based on original staging by rocco and Jayme mcDaniel

December 7-January 2 Tickets start at $36 (includes fees) PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. ACT NOW.

ordway.org l 651.224.4222

Locally owned, quality custom picture framing for home and office since 1973. Mon. - Fri. 10 - 6, Sat. 10 - 5

West St. Paul

The

Framing Place

1268 South Robert

and GALLERY

50-75% Off

(Across from McDonald's)

651-457-1693

50% Off

Framed Art

Custom Picture Frames

Please present coupon at time of order. Not good with other offers. Expires 12/31/2010. The Framing Place and Gallery.

When framing your art with us. Please present coupon at time of order. Not good with other offers. Expires 12/31/2010. The Framing Place and Gallery.

TECHNICOLOR® Is a REgIsTEREd TRadEmaRk Of TECHNICOLOR TRadEmaRk maNagEmENT.

St. Paul Voice - December 2010 - Page 17

S ample, St. Paul

Your community news and information source

Ordway Center for Performing Arts “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” is presented Dec. 7-Jan. 2, 2011. This Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice production tells the story of Joseph, his jealous brothers and one very colorful garment. American Idol finalist Anthony Fedorov is slated to appear as Joseph. Joining the performers onstage will be 40 Twin Cities-area school children. The Ordway Center is located at 345 Washington St., St. Paul. For more information, call 651-224-4222 or visit www.ordway.org.

Xcel Energy Center Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) will perform at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Mon., Dec. 27 at the Xcel Energy Center, 199 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul. TSO presents a dramatic audio-visual performance, complete with lasers, pyrotechnics and state-of-the-art lighting.

“MN 150” - Meet 150 people, places, events and things that sparked significant change within Minnesota and beyond. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and college students, and $5 for children ages 6-17. The center offers free admission on Tuesdays, 5-8 p.m. For more information, call 651-259-3000 or visit www.mnhs.org.

History Theatre

Photo courtesy of 5th Avenue Theatre

“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” is presented Dec. 7-Jan. 2, 2011 at the Ordway Center for Performing Arts. Tickets are $27-$58. “Disney On Ice Mickey & Minnie’s Magical Journey” is presented Dec. 9-12. Tickets are $12-$67. For more information, call 651726-8240 or visit www. xcelenergycenter.com.

Children’s Museum

“Living in Space” is presented through Jan.

2, 2011. This interactive exhibit is inspired by the International Space Station, the largest international aerospace project ever, and teaches participants about the everyday activities of astronauts. “Japan and Nature: Spirits of the Seasons” is presented through Jan. 23, 2011. This exhibit shows the similarities and

On Your Doorstep. Online.

www.stpaulpublishing.com Page 18 - St. Paul Voice - December 2010

differences of each season of the year in Japan and Minnesota. Tickets are $8.95. The museum is located at 10 W. Seventh St., St. Paul. For more information, call 651-2256000.

History Center “Chocolate: The Exhibition” is presented through Jan. 2, 2011. From rainforest treasure to luscious treat — immerse yourself in the story of chocolate. Explore the plant, the products and the culture of chocolate through the lenses of science, history and popular culture. The exhibit features experiments and hands-on activities, as well as Mayan, Aztec and 17th-century European artifacts, including items to find, make and sell this tasty treat. “Minnesota’s Greatest Generation: The Depression, The War, The Boom” - This exhibit features more than 6,000 square feet of artifacts, interactive displays and innovative multimedia experiences that reveal the lives and stories of the men and women who came of age during the Depression and World War II, and who went on to create the phenomenal postwar boom. The exhibition features first-person narratives in recorded interviews, images, film and audio.

“The Christmas Schooner,” a holiday musical, is presented through Dec. 19. Heartfelt storytelling and music bring to life the story of a shipping captain who delivered Christmas trees to immigrant families in Chicago. The story is a warm and wonderful tale of celebrating the importance of sharing traditions between generations and between neighbors. Tickets are $28-$32 for adults and $25-$30 for seniors. Sample Night Live, a sampling of local productions, is featured at the History Theatre at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month, except February. The format features 12 acts per night, including theater, film, dance, improv, visual arts, folk and opera. The next performance is Dec. 1. Tickets are $20. The History Theatre is located at 30 E. Tenth St., St. Paul. For more information, call the box office at 651-292-4323.

Science Museum “Geometry Playground” is presented through Jan. 9, 2011. This exhibit will have participants climbing, building, drawing and playing to teach the ways in which mathematical principles affect how we move, see and fit things together in the world around us. “Hubble” is featured through Feb. 17, 2011 in the Omnitheater. Narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio, “Hubble” offers a tour of the universe through 20 years

of astounding images captured by the Hubble Space Telescope. The film also shows what it’s like to repair and upgrade Hubble as the Atlantis STS-125 crew performs some of the most difficult spacewalks ever attempted at 17,500 mph and 350 miles above the Earth. The 45-minute film is rated G. Museum tickets are $11 for adults and $8.50 for children ages 4-12 and seniors age 60 and older, or $17 and $14.50 respectively with admission to the Omnitheater. Omnitheater tickets alone are $8/$7. The Science Museum is located at 120 W. Kellogg Blvd. For more information, visit www.smm.org, or call 651-221-9444.

Park Square Theatre “2 Pianos, 4 Hands” is featured Dec. 7-Jan. 2, 2011. Ted and Richard are piano whiz kids with stars in their eyes. Working toward their dream, they begin to realize the difference between “very good” and “great.” Two very talented men fill the stage with everyone from pushy parents to eccentric teachers. And yes, they do play those pianos – everything from Bach to Jerry Lee Lewis. Tickets are $20-$60. A $5 discount is offered for people age 62 and older. Tickets for ages 30 and under are $15. The theater is located in the Historic Hamm Building, 20 W. 7th Place, St. Paul. For more information, call 651-291-7005.

Artists’ Quarter

The Artists’ Quarter, located in the Historic Hamm Building at Seventh Place and St. Peter in downtown St. Paul, offers live entertainment throughout the month, including jazz bands, poetry nights and the popular B-3 organ night, held at 9 p.m. every Tuesday. For a complete schedule of events, call 651-2921359 or visit www.artistsquarter.com.

S outh v i e w S q u a re Robert and Marie West St. Paul

Jodi Endahl’s

Still enrolling for the 2010-2011 dance season! Register Today! Classes in

A studio for dancers age 2 and up! www.rhythmandshoes.com

651.554.1142

This year, give the gift of. . . Confidence

Holiday Special:

Fitness

8 weeks

Self Discipline

for $88

Respect

Tap Jazz Lyrical Ballet Pointe

Hip Hop All Boys Hip Hop Music & Movement Dance Team Yoga

40% OFF Any One Fabric Cut Limit one coupon per customer. Excludes sale items. Not valid on gift cards, special orders, prior purchases or with other coupons or discounts. Expires 12/31/10.

Self Defense DISCOVER THE DESIGNER IN YOU

and more! Legacy American Martial Arts

1891 Robert Street S. West St. Paul

Southview Square • 651-455-1249

Celebrate St. Nicholas Day Dec. 6 Chocolate Advent calendars St. Nicks & Gold Coins Handmade Chocolates Salted Nuts & Sugar-free Candy

SOME GIFTS ARE ENJOYED FOR DAYS. OURS FOR GENERATIONS.

A Family Tradition since 1926

More than jewelry...we’re the people you trust. 1901 Robert St. S. • West Saint Paul, MN 55118 vandrakejewelers.com • 651-457-4407

1905 S. Robert, W. St. Paul • 651-455-8864 2073 St. Clair Ave. • 651-698-8603

www.reginascandies.com

1871 Robert Street, West St. Paul

FREE

Cheese Wonton with any order of $30 or more Cannot be combined w/other offer.

1885 South Robert Street West St. Paul

Take out, Dine in and Delivery!

651-455-1251

Open Every Day 10:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

SPECIAL OFFER: 2 Order Chicken Chow Mein, Chicken Egg Foo Young, Lg. Chicken Fried Rice, Lg. Sweet & Sour Chicken

only

$21.99

Cannot be combined w/other offer.

SPECIAL OFFER: 2 Egg Rolls Cheese Wonton General Tso’s Chicken Lg. Sweet & Sour Chicken Lg. Chicken Lo Mein Chicken Fried Rice

only

$31.99

Cannot be combined w/other offer.

651-451-1910

$39 Carpet Installation One room or your entire home, plus FREE PAD See sales consultants for details. Some restrictions apply. Expires 12/31/10.

Mon 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Tues-Fri 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sat 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun Closed (Family Day)

FREE ESTIMATES

St. Paul Voice - December 2010 - Page 19

NMG BDBP ROP FRIGIDAIRE_Layout 1 11/17/10 NMG BDBP Dec9-24 ROPDec9-24 FRIGIDAIRE_Layout 1 11/17/10 8:27 AM Page8:27 1 AM Page 1

HoHo HoHo HoHo FOR FOR A LOTALESS Dough! LOT LESS Dough!200! 12 HighHigh Performance - Better Results Performance - Better Results Billion Save 777! $1499 Dollar $ 1599 $ $ 1212 Holiday SAVE UP TO 200! Billion Billion Buying Save Save 777! 777! 100 Dollar 14991499 Dollar $ $1599 Power $ 1298 1599 100 $

SAVE

Frigidaire® Gallery 28 cu. ft. French Door Refrigerator

Frigidaire® 26 cu. ft. Side-By-Side Refrigerator #FFUS2613LS

Frigidaire® Built-In Dishwasher #FFBD2407LS / #FFBD2409LS Frigidaire® Gas or Electric Range

4 SpillSafe Sliding Glass Shelves, External Ice/Water Dispenser

4 Pc. Stainless Steel Kitchen Package

#FGHB2844LE

#FFEF3043LS / #FFGF3047LS

Frigidaire® 1.6 cu. ft. Over-the-Range Microwave Oven #FFMV164LS

After $200 Frigidaire Visa PrePaid Card Mail-In Rebate . Oﬀer Good 9-30 / 1-2 Regular Price $1699

SAVE$ SAVE

200! $200!

Frigidaire®Frigidaire® 26 cu. ft. Side-By-Side Refrigerator SAVE $ 26 cu. ft. Side-By-Side Refrigerator #FFUS2613LS

100!

#FFUS2613LS

Frigidaire® Gallery 28 cu. ft. Gallery 28 cu. ft. French DoorFrigidaire® Refrigerator French Door Refrigerator

Shelves, $ 4 SpillSafe Sliding4Glass SpillSafe Sliding Glass Shelves, $ External Ice/Water Dispenser External Ice/Water Dispenser

Frigidaire® Built-In Dishwasher #FFBD2407LS / #FFBD2409LS 4 Pc. Stainless Steel #FGHB2844LE Frigidaire® Built-In Dishwasher #FFBD2407LS / #FFBD2409LS 4 Pc. Stainless Steel Kitchen Package Frigidaire® Gas or Electric Range Kitchen Package Frigidaire® Gas or Electric Range FOR THE PAIR #FFEF3043LS / #FFGF3047LS #FFEF3043LS / #FFGF3047LS

Frigidaire® 1.6 cu. ft. Over-the-Range 1.6 cu. ft. Over-the-Range MicrowaveFrigidaire® Oven #FFMV164LS Microwave Oven #FFMV164LS

Holiday Holiday Buying Buying Power Power

means lower prices everyday on the products and brands you’re shopping for!

Ready Steam™ feature ensures cleaner clothes with improved stain removal.

Store Exclusive Pair Rebate by mail

$ +Store Exclusive

SAVESAVE UP TO $UP 200! TO $200!

SAVE Frigidaire $ Affinity®SAVE 100!Electric $ Ultra Capacity 100! Ready Steam™ Dryer FOR THE PAIR

12981298

Ready Steam™ feature removes FOR THE PAIR wrinkles and refreshes clothes.

#FGHB2844LE

Good 12-9 /12-24 After $200 Frigidaire Visa PrePaid Card Visa PrePaid Card Mail-In Rebate . OﬀerAfter Good$200 9-30Frigidaire / 1-2 Regular Price $1699. Oﬀer Good 9-30 / 1-2 Mail-In Rebate Regular Price $1699

After $100 Store Exclusive Mail-In Rebate. Good thru 12-24 Reg.Pair Price $1398

Frigidaire Affinity® 4.2 cu. ft. Front-Load Ready Steam™ Washer

Bonus mail-in Rebate with Pair & Pedestal Purchase Good 12-9 /12-24

100 100

Frigidaire Affinity® $ Frigidaire Affinity® 4.4 cu. ft. Front-Load Ultra$ Capacity Electric Store Exclusive Pair ™ Ready Steam™ Washer Ready Steam Dryer Rebate by mail Store Exclusive Pair Balance Control System, TimeWise™ Technology & NSF Certification

DrySense™ Technology, Rebate by mail Good 12-9 /12-24 10 Dry Cycles, Moisture Sensor & 5 Temperatures

Good 12-9 /12-24

100 100

$ +

#FASE7073LW $ #FAFS4272LW After $100 #FASE7074LR #FAFS4474LR means lower prices Store Exclusive + Store Exclusive After $100 Bonus mail-in means lower prices Mail-In Rebate.Store Exclusive Store Exclusive Rebate with Bonus mail-in Goodyour thru 12-24 Rebate. with an ENERGY STAR® qualified Replacing oldMail-In appliance Pair & Pedestal everyday on the Rebate with Purchase Reg.Pair Price $1398Good thru 12-24 Pair & Pedestal everyday on the model is the smartReg.Pair choice. ENERGY STAR products use less energy, Purchase Price $1398 products and brands 4.2 cu. ft. Frigidaire Affinity® Up To products and brandsFrigidaire Affinity® Frigidaire Affinity® save onAffinity® electricFrigidaire bills, andAffinity® help fight global warming. Affinity®Ultra 4.2 cu.Capacity ft. money Frigidaire Ready Steam™ Front-Load Frigidaire Electric Frigidaire Affinity® Frigidaire Affinity® 4.4 cu. ft. Front-Load Ultra Capacity Electric you’re shopping for! Front-Load Ready Steam™ Ultra Capacity Electric ™ ™ Ready Steam™ Dryer cu. ft. Front-Load Capacity Electric Ready Steam4.4 Washer Ready SteamUltra Dryer you’re shopping for! Washer Ready Steam™Washer feature ensures Ready Steam™Ready feature removes Steam™ DryerBalance ControlReady System, Steam™ DrySense™ Washer Technology, Ready Steam*™ Dryer Good 12-9 /12-24

200

Good 12-9 /12-24

The Most Reliable Brand!

cleaner clothesReady with improved wrinkles and refreshes clothes.feature removes Steam™ feature ensures Ready Steam™ 10 Dry Cycles, Moisture TimeWise™ Technology DrySense™ Technology, Balance Control System, stain removal. cleaner clothes with improved #FASE7073LW wrinkles and refreshes clothes. Sensor & 5 Temperatures & NSF Certification 10 Dry Cycles, Moisture TimeWise™ Technology #FAFS4272LW stain removal. #FASE7073LW #FAFS4474LR Sensor & 5 Temperatures & NSF Certification#FASE7074LR #FAFS4272LW

REBATE $ the purchase with Up To

#FASE7074LR

#FAFS4474LR

Replacing your old appliance with an ENERGY STAR® qualified Replacing your old appliance with an ENERGY STAR® qualified model is the smart choice. ENERGY STAR products use less energy, model the smart ENERGY STAR warming. products use less energy, save money on is electric bills,choice. and help fight global save money on electric bills, and help fight global warming.

200 200 Up To

The Most Reliable Brand! The Most Reliable Brand!

$ of a qualifying Frigidaire Aﬃnity® REBATE Washer, Dryer & REBATE

* *

ONLY 6 PER STORE!

with the purchase

matching withPedestals. the purchase of a qualifying of details. aAﬃnity® qualifying See store for Frigidaire

Frigidaire® 18 cu. ft. Top Freezer Refrigerator

SpaceWise Adjustable Shelves

Frigidaire Washer, Dryer & Aﬃnity® #FFTR1814LW Washer, Dryer & matching Pedestals. $ Frigidaire® 18 cu. ft. matching Pedestals. Top Freezer Refrigerator See store for details.

349

See store for details.

SPECIAL FINANCING SPECIAL

Frigidaire® 26 cu. ft. Stainless Steel Side-By-Side

Frigidaire Gallery® 26 cu. ft. Side-By-Side

SpillSafe® Shelves, PureSource 3 Water Filtration #FFUS2613LS

Stainless Steel, 3 Glass SpillSafe Shelves #FGUS2642LF

799

$ Frigidaire® 26 cu. ft.

Stainless Steel Side-By-Side

See store for details.

#FGUN2642LP 6 PER

STORE!

Frigidaire® 26 cu. ft. French Door Refrigerator

ONLY 6 PER STORE!

1099

$799 $1099 $1099 349$ $ $ $1099 349 799 1099

SPECIAL FINANCING FINANCING

See storeand for details. up.

1099

4 ONLY SpillSafe Sliding Glass Shelves

Frigidaire® ft. Frigidaire® Frigidaire® 26 cu. ft. Frigidaire Gallery® SpaceWise Adjustable Shelves18 cu.SpillSafe® 4 SpillSafe Sliding Glass Shelves 26 cu. ft. Shelves, PureSource 3 Stainless Steel, 3 Glass SpillSafe Top Freezer Refrigerator French Door Refrigerator #FFTR1814LW 26 cu. ft. Side-By-Side #FGUN2642LP Water FiltrationStainless Shelves #FGUS2642LF #FFUS2613LSSteel Side-By-Side SpaceWise Adjustable Shelves 4 SpillSafe Sliding Glass Shelves SpillSafe® Shelves, PureSource 3 Stainless Steel, 3 Glass SpillSafe #FFTR1814LW #FGUN2642LP Water Filtration #FFUS2613LS Shelves #FGUS2642LF

with low monthly payments on a with low monthly Frigidaire Appliance withon lowa monthly payments purchase, $499 payments on a Frigidaire Appliance and up. purchase, $499 Appliance Frigidaire See store for details. $499 and up. purchase,

Frigidaire Gallery® 26 cu. ft. Side-By-Side

Frigidaire® 26 cu. ft. French Door Refrigerator

HOT

BUY!

Stainless Steel

HOT

BUY!

449

HOT

#FGHD2433KF

Stainless Steel Frigidaire®

Gallery Frigidaire® Stainless Frigidaire® Stainless $ BUY! Tall 449 17 Cu. Ft. Tub Dishwasher Steel Dishwasher #FGHD2433KF Steel Gas Range Frigidaire® Stainless Steel Fits-More™ Capacity, Delay Start, Quietest Dishwasher in its Class**, $ 4 Sealed Burners, Ready-Select Upright 449 Frigidaire® Gallery Frigidaire® Stainless Frigidaire® Stainless Quiet Dishwasher Integrated Controls #FGHD2433KF and Timed Cook Tall Tub Dishwasher Frost Free 17 Cu. Ft. Steel Dishwasher Steel Gas RangeControls Frigidaire® #FFBD2407LS #FGHD2433KB Option Delay Start, Quietest Dishwasher in its Class Frigidaire® Gallery Frigidaire® Stainless 21 Cu. Ft.Fits-More™ Capacity, 4 Sealed Burners,Frigidaire® Ready-Select Stainless Freezer $ Upright #FFGF3047LS

449 $249 $399 $499 449 $549 $449 $ $399 $499 $549 249$ $399 $499 $549 249 $

**,

#FFU17F5HW / Frost Free Frigidaire® #FFU21F5HW 21 Cu. Ft. Freezer Upright #FFU17F5HW / Frost Free #FFU21F5HW Freezer

Quiet Integrated Controls Controls and Timed Cook 17 Cu. Ft. Dishwasher Tall Tub Dishwasher Steel Dishwasher Steel Gas Range #FFBD2407LS #FGHD2433KB Option Fits-More™ Capacity, Delay Start, Quietest Dishwasher in its Allowance Class**, 4 Sealed Burners, Ready-Select + $75 Installation #FFGF3047LS Quiet Dishwasher Integrated Controls by mail. Oﬀer Good 12-9 / 12-24 Controls and Timed Cook #FFBD2407LS #FGHD2433KB Option + $75 Installation Allowance 21 Cu. Ft.

by mail. Offer Good 12-9 / 12-24 #FFGF3047LS *Among leading brands./ As reported by TraQline in a comparison of reliability among the leading five appliance brands by sales volume. 2008 to Present. #FFU17F5HW **Based on #FFU21F5HW published manufacturer specifications for plastic interior dishwashers. + $75 Installation Allowance *Among leading brands. As reported by TraQline in a comparison of reliability among the leading five appliance brands by sales volume. 2008 to Present. by mail. Offer Good 12-9 / 12-24 **Based on published manufacturer specifications for plastic interior dishwashers.

*Among leading brands. As reported by TraQline in a comparison of reliability among the leading ﬁve appliance brands by sales volume. 2008 to Present. **Based on published manufacturer speciﬁcations for plastic interior dishwashers.

946 S. Robert St.

West St. Paul

1918 Beam Ave.

Maplewood

We’re proud member of We’re proud totobebea amember ofthe thelargest largestbuying buying organization thecountry country which thethe (across from Maplewood Mall) organization ininthe whichbrings bringsyouyou (4 blocks north of Butler) combined purchasing power of thousands of retail stores combined purchasing power of thousands of retail stores nation-wide. This hugeWe’re buyingproud power is passed along to be a member oftothe largest buying nation-wide. This huge buying power is passed along to our customers by meansorganization of lower prices every day onwhich the brings you the in the country our customers means of products lower prices on the of retail stores finestbyname brand in theevery world.day combined purchasing power of thousands name brand products world. The merchandisefinest in this advertisement was selected far in advance ofthe publication.Therefore, if anisitem is out ofalong stock, and nation-wide. Thisinhuge buying power passed toa replacement is unavailable, we will oﬀer a comparable value to you. We appreciate your understanding and your business. Any typographic, photographic, or production errors are subject to correction in pricing and description. All models shown may not be on display in all stores but are available from our warehouse stock.

651-457-1196

651-731-3603

ourselected customers by means of lower prices every day onofthe The merchandise in this advertisement was far in advance of publication.Therefore, if an item is out stock, and a replacement is unavailable, we will oﬀer a comparable value to you. We appreciate your understanding and your business. Any typographic, photographic, or production errors are subject to correction in pricing and description. All models shown may not be on display in all stores but are available from our warehouse stock. finest name brand products in the world.

The merchandise in this advertisement was selected far in advance of publication.Therefore, if an item is out of stock, and a replacement is unavailable, we will oﬀer a comparable value to you. We appreciate your understanding and your business. Any typographic, photographic, or production errors are subject to correction in pricing and description. All models shown may not be on display in all stores but are available from our warehouse stock.

Page 20 - St. Paul Voice - December 2010