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artOPENer highlights 15 Minnesota and Wisconsin artists

BY CORINNE STREMMEL STAFF WRITER

The annual artOPENer Studio Crawl, featuring nine different art studios from Minnesota to Wisconsin (or Wisconsin to Minnesota, depending on where you’re from), will take place June 3, 4 and 5 this year.

Fifteen artists across the nine sites will showcase their eclectic variety of artwork from potters to jewelry makers and photographers to painters.

“There are artists with distinct, different styles, and I think people who come out to do the studio crawl will be pleasantly surprised with the variety,” said Charlotte Schuld, one of the main organizers of the Studio Crawl and a painter herself.

Schuld, along with Joseph Samuelson and Paul Randall make up the jury of artists who select other talented artists to be a part of the Studio Crawl.

“It’s basically the three artists who have been in it the longest. I truly trust [Samuelson and Randall’s] judgment. Our committee looks at images artists send us and we make our approval.” said Schuld.

Samuelson and Randall are part of Terra Incognita Studio, both focusing on painting and pottery.

“I’m most inspired by places I’ve visited,” said Samuelson of his work.

Randall will be showing his artistic process at the artOPENer by doing a raku firing demonstration.

“Raku is a Japanese firing process.

It’s a quick, fast-firing method and

the kiln gets up to 1900 degrees Fahrenheit,” said Randall.

Randall will be doing a demonstration at 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday for anyone interested in seeing the process.

The artOPENer is a great opportunity for art lovers but also for parents with young children who are interested in learning more about art, according to Schuld.

“We plant the seed for future artists.

It’s great to see how many people come through my studio and see how it inspires young people,” said Schuld.

The Studio Crawl has announced that it will be permanently moving its dates to the first full weekend of June. After a Covid summer canceled the 2020 Studio Crawl, the organizers tried to be careful to time the annual event in 2021 to mid-June so it could take place outside. The early June dates have been set to accommodate Covid concerns and so attendees can enjoy the nice weather as well.

“As for who should attend, it's people who are interested in seeing all kinds of art and now that the weather is nice, it makes it easier to see all kinds of artists' studios, plus it’s familyfriendly,” explained Samuelson.

All studio addresses and turn-byturn driving directions are included on the artOPENer website at https:// artopener.org/turn_directions.

Staff Writer Corinne Stremmel can be reached by calling 651-407-1226 or emailing lowdownnews@presspubs.com.

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Mary Poppins Junior comes to Zephyr Theatre this June

BY CORINNE STREMMEL STAFF WRITER

Sigmund, who has worked with the Children’s Theatre Company in Minneapolis for 22 years, enjoys the Mary Poppins Junior is hitting the infectious positivity that the young Zephyr Theatre’s stage from June 24 to actors bring to the production.

June 26 with all of its classic songs and The junior version of the plays allows characters, but in a bite-sized hour-and- for a unique opportunity to have age15-minute production. appropriate casting for “This version of the two lead children, Mary Poppins is Jane and Michael, while more in line with the older kids can be the Disney film, so if challenged by taking you know and love on adult characters the movie, you’ll love like Mary, Bert and Mr. Mary Poppins Junior,” Banks. said Reed Sigmund, “It’s great to have roles director of education at that will excite them the Zephyr Theatre. and they can grow with.

The Zephyr Theatre This way they can take is teaming up with significant steps forward Stillwater Community in their craft so they Education this can turn their passion summer to put on the CONTRIBUTED into a profession,” said production with a cast Catch Mary Poppins Jr. June Sigmund.

24-26. ranging from second There will be two casts to ninth graders. The due to the number of wide age range creates students who wanted to a mentorship between the younger and register, so while the same version of the older cast members, Sigmund noted. show will run through the last weekend “The younger kids get to look up in June, audience members will see to the middle school kids, all while a different Mary or Bert on stage. learning their craft and learning theater “I’m really excited about how many etiquette. As they grow up through the students wanted to participate this year. program, then they can pay it forward,” And I’m not going to lie, I’m 44, and said Sigmund.

Mary Poppins is still my favorite film of The “junior” licensing for the play all time. You can see it as a kid and love was officially released in 2017, making and as an adult and still love a show like this version of the musical a mixture this,” said Sigmund. between the book by P.L. Travers and the well-known Disney film.

Staff Writer Corinne Stremmel can “It incorporates most of the songs be reached by calling 651-407-1226 or from the film and expands it with new emailing lowdownnews@presspubs.com. songs as well. It’s really the best of both worlds,” said Sigmund.

Art Reach Presents Birds, Trees and River— Considerations of the Environment where they will discuss their art, process and inspiration.

Lecker will present June 9, Piatz June 16 and Schuld June 23.

These Thursday evening gallery activities are made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. The exhibit will remain on view to the public until June 25. ArtReach St. Croix is located at 224 N. 4th Street in Stillwater and is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. to 8p.m. and Saturday 12-4 p.m.

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Three artists are coming together to tell stories of the environment and shed light on the effects of climate change. Each element of Birds, Trees and River shows crucial parts of the St. Croix Biome. Greg Lecker’s river painting embodies the physicality of exploring water and its environment while Tanya Piatz’s series of paintings ``Minnesota Birds of special Concern” shows native birds in detail with ink and pencil background representing habitat loss and species decline.

Charlotte Schuld’s work conveys the essential role of trees in our environment. Throughout June, each artist will host a Thursday evening gallery talk at 6:30 p.m.

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Washington County Library kicks off summer programs Washington County Library’s summer programs for kids, teens and adults begin this week and continue through Saturday, Aug. 20.

Summer is traditionally a busy time at libraries, where extra activities while school is out can help encourage reading and neutralize summer learning loss for kids and teens. These programs and activities also encourage library users of all ages to become lifelong readers and learners.

Through the Summer Adventure program, kids ages 0-11 can read, learn, listen and explore with an

alien friend, Zorb. This flexible program can be tailored to each children’s interests and learning needs.

Teens ages 12-18 can Level Up! their summer with a video game-themed program that promotes literacy of all kinds, including reading, crafting, cooking and gaming.

Adults can get in on the fun too.

With the 10,000 Experiences at Your Library program, participants can explore the community and take home a snazzy prize.

For each program, participants complete activities on a game card, then return their game card to the library to collect a reward. Each person who completes a game card will also be entered in a drawing for the chance to win grand prizes like activity kits, Washington County Parks passes, puzzles and more.

Library staff are also planning expanded programs and entertainers inside and outside the library. Popular performers visiting Washington County Library this summer include: Snake Discovery, the Great Brodini, the Jolly Pops

and more. Librarians will also visit Washington County Parks, host storytimes at local library branches, share take-home activity kits and more.

All programs are free and open to the public, although some require registration. For additional information, including a complete schedule of summer events, visit a Washington County Library branch or connect online at www.WashCoLib.org.

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COMMUNITY BRIEFS Women Walking at the Belwin Conservancy Help celebrate each new season with Women Walking Friday, June 17 and Saturday, June 18, at the Belwin Savanna Center located at 795 Indian Trail in Afton. This event is open to women over the ages of 16 to gather together indoors to share easy, yogiccentering exercises and brief conversation before entering into the natural world for walking meditations. The event will end with light refreshments around the fire.

Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable layers and be prepared for any weather. The cost is $20. Go to https://belwin. org/event/women-walkingjune-17 to register.

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary offers free boat inspections Complimentary vessel checks will be available courtesy of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary for all recreational boats.

During the safety checks, a trained vessel examiner will inspect the boat for safety items required by state and federal regulations, including life jackets, up-to-date registration, navigation lights, fire extinguishers and distress signaling devices such as flares and horns. Inspections will take up to 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the size of the boat. Safety checks will be offered all summer at various marinas through the Twin Cities and Western Wisconsin area. For detailed information on what is required during a safety check and to request a safety check, please visit http:// cgaux.org/vsc/.

County hazardous waste collection in Forest Lake June 4 Washington County will collect hazardous waste from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at the Forest Lake Transit Center, located at 19987 Fitzgerald Trail N. Confidential paper shredding will also be available at this event. Additional confidential paper shredding this month will take place from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 22, at the Washington County Environmental Center. In addition to such remote collections, the Washington County Environmental Center, 4039 Cottage Grove Drive in Woodbury, provides residents with a free and convenient disposal option for household hazardous waste, electronics and recyclables all year round.

It is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Tuesdays, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Thursdays, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Saturdays.

Get information on being a licensed child care provider in Washington County Residents in Washington County who are interested in becoming a licensed family child care provider can take the first step by attending a Microsoft Teams meeting from 6 to 8:30 p.m. June 9.

Registration for the meeting is required by June 2. To register, visit www.co.washington. mn.us and search “child care licensing,” call 651-430-8307 or email ComSvsCCLicensing@ co.washington.mn.us.

All informational meetings are free.

Forest Lake Masons host BBQ drive-thru From 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

June 10 at the Masonic Lodge, located at 119 SE Eighth Ave., the Forest Lake Masons will host a BBQ drive-thru. The Masons will serve and deliver smoked savory Italian pork or smoked pork with BBQ or plum sauce directly to your vehicle. Sandwiches are $9 each. The Masons will match funds from the event for the breast cancer support group Dragon Divas. Sandwiches are prepared using all current guidelines for safe distribution and are cooked by the Fire Fightin’ Cookin’ Crew. Folks are encouraged to come early to claim their sandwiches.

For more info, visit https:// www.facebook.com/ forestlakemasons/ or https:// www.forestlakemasons.com.

St. Croix Valley hosts 2nd annual Opera on the River vocal competition The St. Croix Valley Opera, in partnership with Your Classical MPR, is open to unmanaged singers ages 18-34.

Singers must provide proof of Minnesota or Wisconsin residence or be a student attending a Minnesota or Wisconsin high school or college. Singers will submit 1 aria/art song/musical theater piece in English. Singers can bring their own pianist or the St. Croix Valley Opera can provide one for a fee of $25. No backing tracks are allowed.

A modest cash prize will be awarded to the first-, secondand third-place winners; a “People’s Choice” award selected by spectators will also be awarded. The competition is limited to 25 competitors, so singers are encouraged to apply now. The final concert will be June 18 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Stillwater.

Washington County Library will host teen series Six artists and activists will be hosted by the Washington County library in a new series that will focus on social activism for teenagers.

Throughout this series, teens can explore different forms of self-expression such as design, spoken word, dance, filmmaking and ways to raise awareness for issues they are passionate about.

Artist and teacher Lisa Arnold will teach participants to create meaningful poster and sticker designs with social justice themes. See More Perspective, a hip-hop artist and spoken word poet, will teach participants about the cultural art form of handstyle in creating graffiti. Guante, a poet, educator, activist, author and TEDx speaker, will use poetry and storytelling to help participants cultivate their own agency and power. MN Joe Tran will introduce participants to the history of breaking and the basic five elements of the dance: toprock, go-downs, footwork, power moves and freezes.

In workshops with Merit Thursday, participants will learn about storyboarding, filming, lighting and editing, and will collaborate with Merit to create a work that defies stereotypical LGBTQ+ narratives. Deacon Warner, a documentary filmmaker and youth media instructor, will show how youth can use creative digital storytelling to explore issues in their local communities. For a full calendar of events, locations and additional information about each workshop, visit WashCoLib.link/Activism.

Guided bird hikes in Washington County Parks continue into June A rotating schedule of bird hikes through Washington County Parks will continue with a hike from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

June 11 at Pine Point Regional Park. Learn to identify the birds of the St. Croix Valley while contributing to citizen science data collection by completing bird count surveys with a guide. Hikers should bring binoculars and dress accordingly for hiking and weather conditions.

This program is free with a parks vehicle permit which is $7 a day or $30 annually.

Registration is required for the events since group sizes are limited. Register by calling 651-430-8370 on the county website at www.co.washington. mn.us/parks.

Paint your pet at Rustic Roots Paint your pet from an image of your choice from 6 to 8:30 p.m. June 13 at Rustic Roots. Gray Duck Art will take your image and turn it into a paint-by-number project. After purchasing your ticket, email a photo of your pet to Gray Duck Art at class@grayduckart. com. Registration closes 10 days prior to the class so Gray Duck Art can make your custom image. No painting experience is necessary. One drink is included in the ticket.

Tickets at $65.

Forest Lake Masons raise money for local clay target team Thanks to the Masons’ Booyah drive-thru event March 27, the organization was able to present the Forest Lake High School Clay Target Teams a check for $1,100 on May 5. The money raised from the generous donations from the people of Forest Lake matched with Masons’ funding will go to support the team.

Business Brief: Blue Sun Soda Shop Opens in Stillwater Blue Sun Soda Shop, home to over 500 flavors of soda, officially opened a store in Stillwater May 7. Owner, Mark Lazarchik plans on expanding stores into the other parts of Minnesota and currently has locations in Spring Lake Park, Richfield and Bloomington.

The store specilizes in unique soda flavors as well as candy and toys. Store hours are Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.

Introduction of Bison at Belwin at Warden’s House Museum this June Belwin Conservancy Program Manager Susan Haugh will be at the Warden’s House Museum at 6 p.m.

Thursday, June 2, to talk about the introduction of Bison at Belwin. This event will be presented by the Washington County Historical Society.

“I moved to Minnesota for love and was blown away by Belwin Conservancy’s beauty and dedication to healthy ecologies,” said Haugh in a press release. “At Belwin, I bring my passion for arts and culture together with my love of nature to support the health of the planet for generations to come.” According to the Belwin Conservancy, incorporating bison has significantly enhanced the quality of the prairie.

The event is open to the public and is free. Contact Julianne at the Warden’s House Museum at 651-439-5956 for more information or visit the website at www.wchsmn. org.

Washington, Anoka and Ramsey counties rank high in economic growth In a study done by SmartAsset to determine places where residents are experiencing the most investment in their local economy, Washington, Anoka and Ramsey counties ranked among the top 10. Washington County has some of the highest incoming investment activity, coming in second place, right behind Wright County. SmartAsset measured investment activity through its “Incoming Investment Index,” which is based on three categories: GDP, new businesses launched and new building permits. Anoka ranked sixth and Ramsey was ranked ninth.

Stillwater Motors, 100, holds community celebration Stillwater Motors continues to celebrate its 100th anniversary as a Raduenz family-owned business from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 9, with a family-friendly outdoor event. All are invited to enjoy complimentary food, games, caricature artists, music, face painting, clowns, drawings for a 2022 Chevrolet Trax and a Weekly Wednesday $100 gift certificate to the service department, and more. Find more information on Stillwater Motors' Centennial Celebration at www.stillwatermotors. com/100yearanniversary/100. htm Grace Church in Forest Lake raises money for Ukraine Grace Church in Forest Lake held, “An Evening of Hope,” a benefit concert for Ukraine. The May 13 concert included musicians of all ages to spread awareness for the front-line workers outside Kyiv.

Pastor Shan Towns and his wife Dr. Deanna Towns spent 7 years serving in Russia as missionaries. All proceeds from this event are being sent directly to these front-line counselors to aid them in their efforts to help the people of Ukraine. To contribute to this event, please send a check to Grace Church of Forest Lake, 432-11 Avenue, Southeast, Forest Lake, call 651-4642784, or email Pastor Shan at PastorShan@me.com.

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Lumberjack Days are back this July

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he Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce Foundation (Chamber Foundation) is pleased to announce they will be hosting the Lumberjack Days Parade this year on Sunday, July 17, 2022, in partnership with the Locals who are hosting Lumberjack Days.

“Working with Chamber the Locals is a Chat new adventure for the Chamber Robin Anthony Foundation, and we are more than excited to work together to continue the long history of bringing the Lumberjack Days Parade to Stillwater,” states Robin Anthony, Executive Director of the Chamber and Chamber Foundation. Anthony who has 15+ experience with parades as a former marching band instruc-

tor and judge is looking forward to this new challenge. “We have a great team here to manage the parade and are looking to engage the entire business community,” Anthony continues.

The parade will follow the same parade route as in the past and the Chamber Foundation will pick up where the Locals left off, keeping this a popular community tradition. If you are interested in participating in the event, please apply on the Chamber website, www. greaterstillwaterchamber.com.

The Chamber Foundation is also looking for sponsors for the parade. Sponsors will have their logo on a banner in the front part of the parade, shout out on social media platforms, a location on our website and listed in the final press release among other benefits.

The Chamber Foundation serves with a focus on education initiatives, workforce development, leadership programs, business development, and

community events which will enrich the life of our communities. These initiatives allow the Chamber to collaborate with strategic partners and serve a diverse audience including community leaders, entrepreneurs, non-profits, civic organizations, businesses, educators, and students, as well as the general public. The Foundation was incorporated in 2021, as an inclusive 501c(3) non-profit to support the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce to continue to give back to our community. The Chamber Foundation serves cities from Marine on St. Croix to Afton, Bayport, Lake Elmo, Lakeland, Lakeland Shores, Stillwater and all the townships in the region.

We look forward to seeing you at Lumberjack Days!

Robin Anthony is the Executive Director of Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce.

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ather’s Day is right around the corner. It’s a day to honor all fathers even if they have passed away. I am lucky that my father is still in my life. He turned 80 in April and can still drive, fish and go to the casino. He has a few health problems and calls it, “a general wearing out process.” He didn’t like it when he couldn’t bowl anymore on his weekly Tuesday night league. He was in that league for over 30 years.

I am one of my dad’s three daughters. Since he didn’t have a son yet, we girls were thrown into the world of sports. We were playing little league when there Noelle’s were not many girls playing sports at the time. There wasn’t Notes any sport my dad wasn’t good at. I remember when he beat my Noelle Olson brother-in-law at ping pong using a hockey puck as a paddle. It was pretty funny.

He also was invited to play in a Pro-Am golf tournament one year and played with Nick Price.

I know that was a highlight of his life because he’ll tell that story to anyone who hasn’t heard it.

We were dragged to softball tournaments and Thursday night games. We didn’t always watch the games, but had fun at the park and hanging out the 5-8 Club.

We girls went on to play tennis throughout college and my dad never missed a match. It always felt good when my dad would watch me. He wasn’t one of those parents who is too vocal on the sidelines. He gave me words of encouragement. He did the same to my kids when they played sports.

For a few years, my dad worked as a softball umpire in the Twin Cities metro area to make money for us kids to have new school clothes. My mom wouldn’t let us go to his “umping” games.

We kept begging to go and finally got our way.

We only went once because people were yelling “colorful metaphors” to my dad. We didn’t like it.

He kicked some of the players and spectators out.

Looking back on it as an adult, my dad did the right thing.

I remember when I was in third grade and I couldn’t do a homework assignment because I didn’t have a ruler. My dad went to the store late in the evening to get me a ruler. Believe me, this was a big deal because my dad never went to the store (unless it was to get a fishing license or fishing tackle).

Fishing with my dad Ever since I was a little girl, one of my favorite things to do is go fishing with my dad. He taught me how to fish as soon as I could walk. I’ve loved it ever since. We did most of our fishing at our cabin on Big Wood Lake in Grantsburg, Wisconsin.

Our family vacations and weekends were spent there growing up and I wouldn’t trade that for the world.

We would have fishing contests and wonderful conversations. My dad would come back fro m every fishing outing and write down what happened in his fishing log. I still love it when we fish across the lake at Luther Point Bible Camp in the early morning. There is a huge cross on the point that is both peaceful and spiritual. And the fishing is not bad either once the campers are gone for the summer.

I didn’t know it at the time but those days on the lake taught me more than anything I could learn in school. He taught me history, math and how to treat people. I remember one time he specifically warned me about bullies. He said, “If you stand up to a bully, they will back down.” He was right. I’ve dealt with bullies throughout my life and do not tolerate them. I’ve realized that it doesn’t matter how old you are, they keep coming.

My dad has been there for me every step of the way. His guiding hand on my shoulder will be with me for the rest of my life. Happy father’s day to all of you dads, grandfathers and uncles out there. May you feel appreciated, respected and forever loved.

Noelle Olson is the staff writer of the Shoreview Press. She can be reached at 651-407-1229 or shoreviewnews@presspubs.com.

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Good Eats: The Stillwater Food Truck Extravaganza returns

BY CORINNE STREMMEL STAFF WRITER

Thirty-five food trucks from all over the Midwest will congregate June 18 at the Washington County Fairgrounds for the annual Food Truck Extravaganza.

A $5 admission fee, which all goes to provide local students with scholarships, will get folks into the event.

“It’s a great opportunity for the community to showcase what we have to offer,” said Stacie Jensen of the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce.

The event will have live music and entertainment, along with a beer and wine tent. A new sampler option allows folks to try different food trucks’ signature dishes for $5.

Food Truck Extravaganza regulars Candyland and Tot Boss have some crowdfavorite items ready to go for the event.

Candyland may have its brick-and-mortar stores in Minneapolis, St. Paul and Stillwater, but in 2017, owner Brandon Lamb decided to take his sweet treats on wheels by establishing the company’s own food trailer.

Folks line up for some grub on the go.

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The food trailer will be “poppin’ around town” at the Food Truck Extravaganza, selling a variety of candies and its popular Chicago Mix, a mix of caramel- and cheddar cheese-flavored popcorn.

“The popcorn is made onsite in the truck, and it creates this nice aroma of real butter,” said Lamb.

After satisfying one’s sweet tooth, folks can check out Tot Boss, aka Dan Docken, whose food truck will be celebrating its 10th anniversary this year.

Tot Boss specializes in just what it sounds like: tater tot concoctions thought up by Docken that range from a loaded tater tot to garlic parmesan tots with a

Tot Boss is rolling out new creations at this year’s festival.

marinara dipping sauce.

“I was born and raised in Minnesota,” said Docken. “So I grew up eating tater tots, and I love having a truck that sells just that. People really enjoy it.”

The Food Truck Extravaganza has plenty more vendors for folks to check out.

With BBQ, beer and vegan and baked goods on vendors’ menus, everyone can find something to add to their plate.

Staff Writer Corinne Stremmel can be reached by calling 651-4071226 or emailing lowdownnews@ presspubs.com.

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BELLA LEONHART

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Bella Leonhart, Forest Lake freshman golfer, was champion of the White Bear Lake Invitational on May 10 with 73 at Keller. She was the low shooter with 38 in a conference meet May 16 at Midland Hills. Her season average is 39.8 per nine holes, fourth-best in the SEC. Last year she made all-state and was conference champion, as an 8th grader. “Her drive and determination to get better each match is really something special,” coach Andrea Brischke said. “For being only a ninth grader, she has never backed down from a challenge of playing with some of the best players in the state.”

Chance Swenson is a standout hurdler and relay sprinter on the Stillwater boys track team that captured the Section 4AAA true-team championship. Swenson placed second in the 300 hurdles (41.84) and fifth in the 110 hurdles (16.50) at the true-team section. “Chance also runs on our state time leading 4x400 relay,” coach Scott Christensen said. “This guy is the real deal.” Swenson helped that 4x400 team place first in 3:26.72. His best times this year are 16.40 and 40.64 in hurdles, and the relay’s best time is 3:24.51.

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Nicholas Bartlett, Forest Lake senior track athlete, was the Rangers top scorer when they won the Section 5AA true-team championship May10. Bartlett won the long jump (20-41/4), took second in the 400 (52.77) and fourth in the 200 (22.51), and placed 13th in triple jump (36-9). He was second in the 100 at the Roseville Invitational and second in the 200 at the Rochester Mayo Invitational. Last year, he placed sixth in the state triple jump with 43-11/2. Bartlett averaged 18 points in basketball as the point guard.

Keira Murphy has led the Stillwater softball team to a 17-1 record and No. 2 ranking. The 5-foot-11 senior righthander with a 64 mph fastball has a 16-1 record, a 0.47 earned run average, and 112 strikeouts in 89 innings.

She is batting .413 with three homers and 18 RBI’s. As a junior, Murphy hit .489 with five homers and 32 RBI’s on a 24-2 team that won conference and section titles.

She played first base and posted a 7-0 record as No. 2 pitcher while dealing with a shoulder injury. She has signed with St. Thomas. “Keira is one of the best pitchers in the state,” coach Angie Ryan said. “She mixes speeds, hits her spots, has good movement and is very well composed on the mound.

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Mosquitoes: What’s bugging you?

BY NOELLE OLSON SHOREVIEW PRESS EDITOR

Mosquitoes kill more human beings than any other species on earth.

Mosquitoes are not only a nuisance but are capable of spreading diseases.

Alex Carlson, public affairs manager at the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District (MMCD), gave a Zoom presentation on mosquitoes at the Shoreview Environmental Quality Committee speaker series earlier this spring.

“The Minnesota mosquito has been referred to as our state bird,” Carlson said. “There are actually 3,000 species of mosquitoes worldwide, and here in Minnesota we have about 52 species.”

Approximately 15 of those 52 species are bite humans or are considered a public health concern.

Carlson said to understand mosquito control, it helps to understand the mosquito life cycle.

“Mosquitoes have biological sensors that can detect where water is going to be,” Carlson said.

“They’re heavily reliant on standing waters. The most common species we have lay their eggs on the edges of a pond or a swamp. When the rain comes in, it washes the eggs into the water, and that’s where they hatch and the larvae emerges.”

“Eggs can survive unhatched for up to seven years, which is mindblowing,” he added.

Carlson said the most common mosquito in Minnesota is the summer flood water mosquito, or the Aedes vexans.

“It’s a rainwater mosquito,” Carlson said. “So when the rain comes, their eggs hatch and they’re in the water a couple of days and then they emerge. That’s why we always see the most high mosquito activity about a week or so after a heavy rainfall. ” According to Carlson, the mosquito that MMCD is most concerned with is the Culex mosquito. It is the primary vector of the West Nile virus, which is the most common mosquito-borne disease in Minnesota.

Another common mosquito in Minnesota is the Coquillettidia perturbans, or cattail, mosquito.

The cattail mosquito is really a unique species in Minnesota because they only emerge once a year right around the Fourth of July. They lay their eggs in the fall, hatch in winter and then attach to the roots of cattails.

“They’re a little bit bigger, and they’re very aggressive humanbiting mosquitoes,” Carlson said.

“That’s why Fourth of July picnics can get swarmed so quickly.”

The tree hole mosquito, or Aedes triseriatus, is also a concern of the MMCD because this species can carry La Crosse encephalitis, another mosquito-borne disease.

“It gets its name because it enjoys warm, dark areas like tree holes, waste tires and stuff like that, where it usually reproduces,” Carlson said.

Carlson noted that one female can produce 1.3 billion mosquitoes in less than a month from her reproduction cycle.

“Obviously, all the mosquitoes don’t survive and not all the eggs will hatch, but this kind of goes to show you that given the right conditions, mosquitoes can really flourish,” Carlson said. “We have our work cut out for us. We do our best to keep the population in check and make areas where a lot of (people live) livable.”

The habitat of the mosquito includes permanent water, floodwaters and containers.

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MOSQUITO LIFE CYCLE • Eggs – Laid individually on soil near water or in rafts directly on standing water.

Can survive unhatched for up to 7 years.

• Larvae – Four stages of development called instars. Filter feeders – bacteria, yeast, algae, etc. Larval stage lasts 4 to 14 days.

• Pupae – Tumblers. No longer feeding. Developing adult mosquito parts. Pupal stage lasts 1 to 2 days.

• Adult – Female mosquitoes seek blood meal to reproduce eggs. Females can live 2 to 3 months. Males typically live 15 to 30 days.

TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR HOME • Remove containers, clear gutters and refresh water in pools and birdbaths.

• Call MMCD to recycle waste tires.

• Keep grass and shrubs short, ensure there are no holes in screens and put out a fan in a sitting area.

• Consider hiring a Minnesota Department of Agriculture certified pesticide applicator.

TIPS TO PROTECT YOURSELF • Use an EPA registered insect repellent.

• Wear long, loose, light-colored clothing.

• Use a permethrin-based repellent for clothes and gear. Spray around ankles and shoes, especially.

• Avoid being outdoors during mosquitoes’ peak feeding times at dusk and dawn.

From the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District “The main thing mosquitos need is standing, shallow waters,” Carlson said. “We have a lot of lakes, but lakes are not the primary mosquito habitat because they’re big, the water is not shallow and there’s predators that will eat the mosquito.”

Carlson said people create a lot of mosquito habitats when they leave things outside like garbage containers, buckets, tires and birdbaths.

Carlson recommends people check their yards after a rainfall and make sure rainwater is not being collected.

“We’ve found mosquito larvae in a bottle cap that was filled with water,” he said. “They’ll find any water and reproduce.”

Carlson said at the main mission of the MMCD is to protect people from mosquito-borne diseases including West Nile virus, Jamestown Canyon

virus, Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), La Crosse encephalitis and dog heartworm.

The most common is the West Nile virus. In 2021, there were a few cases in the Twin Cities area but no deaths.

“The Culex mosquito is the most likely vector of this, and is a species that mainly feeds on birds but also does feed on human beings and horses from time to time,” Carlson said. “And that’s how the disease spread.”

Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is a rare mosquito-borne disease and typically affects horses. Carlson noted that there hasn’t been a human case in Minnesota, but there have been horse cases.

Carlson said that La Crosse encephalitis is a disease that primarily affects children. The vertebrate hosts are chipmunks, squirrels, raccoons and other small

“La Crosse mosquito doesn’t usually fly far from its hatch site,” Carlson said. “It’s pretty rare, and there hasn’t been a La Crosse case in the past couple of years, but it can be very harmful if it does impact children.”

According to Carlson, the Jamestown Canyon virus is found in spring mosquitoes. There were 23 human cases in Minnesota in 2019 and no human cases reported in 2020.

“I believe there were a few in 2021, but not many,” Carlson said.

Dog heartworm is transmitted by the summer floodwater mosquito. A vaccine is available for pets.

According to Carlson, the MMCD practices integrated pest management by identifying species, abundance and location.

“Mosquito control decisions should be driven by surveillance and monitoring … there is a lot of steps being done to control mosquitoes in the least toxic way possible,” Carlson said.

A Technical Advisory Board (TAB) reviews MMCD practices annually. TAB members include representatives from the University of Minnesota, state agencies like the Department of Health and the Department of Natural Resources, and federal agencies like the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Environmental Protection Agency.

The TAB monitors wetlands for the presence of mosquito larvae and uses mosquito traps and sweet net collections for adult mosquitoes.

Larval samples are identified to determine if there are species present that merit treatment. Adult samples are identified, in part, to determine if there are disease vectors present in an area.

According to Carlson, the three primary methods the MMCD focuses on are larval control, adult mosquito control and efforts to reduce breeding habitat.

“Dry granules are applied directly to standing water via helicopter, backpack or hand spreader,” Carlson said. “Larval control materials are specific to mosquito larvae and not toxic to any other species.”

The adult control materials the MMCD uses are synthetic pyrethroids (permethrin, sumithrin, resmethrin, etc.).

Carlson said these materials are applied to barrier vegetation via backpack to target emerging mosquitoes and dispersed via truck or ATV as “cold fog” UTV treatments to target actively flying mosquitoes. He noted that very small amounts are used, and the MMCD has never done aerial application of adulticides.

Carlson gave tips for people to keep mosquitoes at bay around their homes and on themselves. (see sidebar) “Mosquitoes are most active right around sunset,” Carlson said. “So if you can, go inside during that time and come back out when they’ve had their fill.”

People can sign up for email alerts to be notified about adult mosquito control activity. Scheduled treatments are also found on the MMCD website. Contact MMCD if you have concerns about anything related to its programs or to report a breeding site or high mosquito annoyance. Visit the website at www.MMCD.org.

Shoreview Press Editor Noelle Olson can be reached at shoreviewnews@presspubs.com or 651-407-1229.

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CURRENT EVENTS INTRODUCTION OF BISON AT BELWIN When: 6 p.m. Thursday, June 2 Where: Warden’s House Museum, Details: Learn about how the bison at Belwin Conservancy help develop healthy ecologies in a presentation by Program Manager Susan Haugh. Free and open to the public.

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SUNDAY BBQ DRIVE THRU

When: 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sunday, June 5 Where: Masonic Lodge, 119 SE 8th Ave., Forest Lake Details: Drive through and pick up a smoked pork sandwich for $9. Forest Lake Masons will donate funds to Dragon Divas.

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BAYPORT CITY WIDE GARAGE SALE

When: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, June 3 and 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, June 4 Where: Throughout Bayport Details: Maps available at City Hall, Bayport Library, and Holiday Gas Station.

Contact: bayportcommunityactionleague.com

MICK STERLING PRESENTS: ELTONSONGS WITH STRINGS

When: 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, June 8 Where: Zephyr Theatre North Stage, 601 Main St. N., Stillwater Details: Mick Sterling performs vocals accompanied by piano, guitar and string quartet. Doors open at 6 p.m. Cash bar.

Tickets $35; all ages.

Contact: stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org

ST CROIX VALLEY ART OPENER STUDIO TOUR

When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, June 3, Saturday, June 4 and Sunday, June 5 Where: Artist studios throughout the St. Croix Valley Details: Features demonstrations and artwork for sale by local artists at their studios.

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BIRD HIKE AT PINE POINT PARK

When: 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 11 Where: Pine Point Regional Park, 11900 Norell Ave N., Stillwater Details: Learn to identify birds that call the St. Croix Valley home and contribute to citizen science data collection by completing bird count surveys. Free with parks permit.

Contact: 651-430-8370 or co.washington. mn.us

STILLWATER FIRE DEPARTMENT 150 YEAR CELEBRATION

When: noon Friday, June 3 Where: Stillwater Fore Station, 250 Maryknoll Dr. N. Details: Ribbon-cutting event to honor the fire department’s 150 years of protecting the community. Registration required.

Contact: greaterstillwaterchamber.com/ events/details/ribbon-cutting-stillwaterfire-department

BRODINI COMEDY MAGIC SHOW

When: 10:30 a.m.-noon Saturday, June 11 Where: Stillwater Public Library, 224 Third St. N. Details: Master Magician Graylyn Morris will raise spirits and test kids’ powers of concentration as he manipulates ropes, scarves, balls, and other magician props in a perplexing “now you see it, now you don’t” performance, held outdoors.

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HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION

When: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, June 4 Where: Forest Lake Transit Center, 19987 Fitzgerald Trail N., Forest Lake Details: Satellite collection of household hazardous waste and electronics, and confidential document shredding.

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JOLLY POPS CHILDREN’S MUSICAL PERFORMANCE

When: 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday, June 12 Where: Zephyr Theatre, 601 Main St. N., Stillwater Details: Acoustic tribute to Neil Young and favorite artists of that era. Tickets $25 in advance; $30 at door.

Contact: stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org

When and Where: 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Saturday, June 4 at Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake; 2-3 p.m. Saturday, June 4 at Stillwater Public Library, 224 Third St. N. Details: Upbeat, original children’s music and puppets.

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SUPER SUMMER GARDEN PARTY

When: 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 15 Where: Community Thread, 2300 Orleans St. W., Stillwater Details: Annual Red, White and Blue celebration for seniors features entertainment and treats. Free for Thrive members; $5 non-members.

NOOKS AND CRANNIES TOUR

When: 11 a.m. Saturday, June 4 Where: Washington County Historic Courthouse, Pine and Third Streets, Stillwater

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When: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Wednesday, June 15 Where: Stillwater Public Library, 224 Third St. N. Details: Fast-paced dance party with music and movement for the whole family. Outdoors, weather permitting.

Contact: 651-275-4338 or washcolib.org

CRUISIN’ ON THE CROIX HOT ROD & VINTAGE CAR SHOW

When: 4-9 p.m. Wednesday, June 15 & 29 Where: Lowell Park, downtown Stillwater Details: Admire vintage and hot rod cars, food vendors, live music, free family-friendly festivities.

Contact: cruisinonthecroix.com

LITERATURE LOVERS’ NIGHT OUT

When: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 15 Where: Zephyr Theatre, 601 Main St. N., Stillwater Details: Meet and mingle with national and local authors. $15 includes a $5 coupon toward purchase of books, light refreshments and prize drawings. Doors open 30 minutes before event. Presented by Valley Bookseller.

Contact: stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org

NATURE WALK WITH MINNESOTA DNR

When: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 16 Where: Brown’s Creek Trail parking lot, Laurel St., Stillwater Details: Join a naturalist for a guided walk on the Brown’s Creek State Trail in this class geared to adults.

Registration required.

Contact: 651-275-4338 or washcolib.org

SHAUN JOHNSON BIG BAND EXPERIENCE

When: 7 p.m. Friday, June 17 Where: Zephyr Theatre, 601 Main St. N., Stillwater Details: Traditional pop fused with big band spirit by the lead singer of Tonic Sol Fa. Tickets $35; all ages.

Contact: stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org

WOMEN WALKING

When: 6-9 p.m. Friday, June 17 and Saturday, June 18 Where: Belwin Savanna Center, 795 Indian Trail, Afton Details: Easy, yogic-centering exercises followed by walking meditations through the woods and prairies. Ends with refreshments by the fire. Age 16+. $20; registration required.

Contact: belwin.org/event/womenwalking-june-17

FOOD TRUCK EXTRAVAGANZA

When: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, June 18 Where: Washington County Fairgrounds Details: Community event includes over 35 food trucks, beer and wine

When: 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 18 Where: Hardwood Creek Library, 19955 Forest Rd. N., Forest Lake Details: Learn how to save time and money on yard maintenance while protecting local lakes and rivers. Presented by Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District, Free; registration preferred.

Contact: 651-275-7300 or washcolib.org

WHITE BEAR 15TH ANNUAL CLASSIC & VINTAGE BOAT SHOW

When: Saturday June 25th, 2022 10-4pm Where: White Bear Lake shopping Center ( Lakefront )

AFTON STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL

When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, June 25; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, June 26 Where: Town Square Park, Afton Details: Vendors selling art and vintage/ repurposed items, business expo, live music, food, beer and wine pavilion, kids activities and bounce house; strawberry shortcake eating contest.

Contact: exploreafton.com/strawberryfestival

LIFT BRIDGE ROAD RACE

When: 7 a.m. Saturday, June 25 Where: Lakeside Park, Bayport Details: 10 mile, 10K and 5K race through Bayport and the St. Croix Valley.

Contact: runstillwater.com

MIDSOMMAR DAG

When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, June 25 Where: Gammelgarden Museum, 20880 Olinda Trail N., Scandia Details: Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Gammelgarden with a festival worship service at 10 a.m. followed by a bake sale, fair, children’s activities, Midsommar program, and Smorgasbord. $25/adult; $10/youth ages 6-12; 5 and under $5.

Contact: 651-433-5033 or gammelgardenofscandia.org

TOAST, TASTE & PADDLE

When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 25 and Sunday, June 26 Where: St. Croix Vineyards, 6428 Manning Ave., Stillwater Details: Start the day with breakfast and a vineyard tour, followed by a scenic kayak tour on the St. Croix River and tour of the 1847 Arcola Mills historic mansion. Tickets $109 all-inclusive.

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STILLWATER FLEA & CRAFTER MARKET

When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 25 and Sunday, June 26 Where: Washington County Fairgrounds, 12300 40th St. N., Lake Elmo

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When: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, June 26 Where: Gammelgarden Museum, 20880 Olinda Trail N., Scandia Details: Live music and lemonade on the Gammelgarden grounds.

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ONGOING EVENTS OUTDOOR EVENING YOGA

When: 6-7 p.m. Thursdays, through Sept. 15 Where: Lake Elmo Park Reserve, North Picnic Pavilion Details: Tune into the sights and sounds of nature and release stress through guided yoga sequences designed to improve balance, flexibility, breath awareness, and muscle tone.

Open to all levels. Bring a mat and arrive 5-10 minutes early.

Registration required; $8/person per session or $140 for a 20-week season pass.

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When: 5-9 p.m. Tuesdays, June 7 -Aug. 30; Farmer’s Market only continues through Sept.

Where: Lakeside Memorial Park, Forest Lake Details: Concert series, vendors, food trucks and farmer’s market.

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STILLWATER FARMER’S MARKET

Kathleen Delander, DC, owner of Vitality Chiropractic, cut the ribbon at the chamber welcome celebration on May 5, 2022.

When: 7:30 a.m.-noon, Saturdays, June 11 – Sept. 24 Where: Stillwater Veteran’s Memorial, 3rd and Pine Streets, across from courthouse Details: Local organic food, vegetables, fruit, crafts and other specialties.

Contact: 651-275-7075 or localharvest.org/stillwaterfarmers-market

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The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce welcomed local business Vitality Chiropractic to the chamber and the community with a ribbon-cutting celebration May 5. Kathleen Delander, DC, her staff, family, patients, business friends, Greater Stillwater Chamber ambassadors and staff members were there to join in the celebration.

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’Tis the season for veggie-filled tote bags in one hand and sticky pastries and iced coffee in the other, all from local vendors.

June is the unofficial kick-off for local farmers markets, many of them spanning well into the fall as the harvest continues. In the St. Croix Valley, there are enough farmers markets that local folks could spend the summer market-hopping to find the best veggies and locally made crafts in the area.

Here’s the latest crop of local markets to keep a healthy dose of local produce in your diet all season: Bayport From 2:30-6 p.m. on Mondays, the Bayport farmers market is host to 20 local vendors plus a few food trucks.

The market is sponsored by Bayport Community Action Link and is run

by Scott Eldin, who likes to have a little bit of everything at his market.

“I would say it’s one of those markets where you can come down and get a decent supper or everything you need for an evening meal,” said Eldin. The former farm kid says the Bayport market has been running for 15 years and has kept its small-town market feel for the decade and a half. “It’s a great place to visit with neighbors. It’s not a hustle and bustle market. We’ve got some music sometimes, but it’s not crowded. It’s a good, light market.”

The market begins June 20.

Local vendors bring their best products to market.

Lake Elmo The growing community of Lake Elmo runs its market for 12 weeks every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lake Elmo Elementary. Organized by Jill Lundgren, the market is philanthropy-minded and encourages youth vendors to come out and show off their entrepreneurial skills. “We’re trying to build a strong, healthy, vibrant community,” said Lundgren.

The market also holds raffles for gift cards to local businesses. “It’s very important that the community does work together. Then all of our differences melt away so it’s just business and community working together,” said Lundgren. On average, the market has 26 vendors who will start selling their crafts and veggies starting June 18.

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Scandia Starting June 8 until Sept. 21, 23 market vendors gather in the Scandia Community Center parking lot on Wednesdays from 3:30-6:30 p.m.. On the second Wednesday of each month,

live music and food trucks roll into the parking lot for some summer fun. Scandia’s Elim Church runs the Green Grocery Shares Program, in which visitors to the market can buy “shares” or coupons to use at participating vendors. Ten percent of the coupon profits go to support the Scandia Marine Food Shelf, and all coupon dollars are reimbursed to vendors.

“It’s been wonderful. We have families that come each week to buy food and produce for their kids. It’s been self-sustaining for seven years,” said Sarah Porubcansky of the Scandia farmers market. According to Porubcansky, this market is all about community. “You get to finally see people you haven’t seen all winter.”

Stillwater For half a century, the Stillwater farmers market has provided a strong variety of local foods, Today, the market, consisting of 25 vendors, has stuck to that tradition by keeping the market to a food-only market (with one exception of an alpaca vendor who sells sweaters and socks). The market runs from 7:30 a.m. to noon on Saturdays starting June 11 and goes through October. Beverly Friendt has worked to give the market a bit of a global feel by adding vendors who provide international goods like Costa Rican coffee, Argentinian sweets and Czech breads and cookies. Friendt says visitors to the market come in waves. “At 7:30 you get the seniors, and they go there and get what they want. The second round from 9 to 10 is the kids who want to get a donut, and the third round of newcomers and visitors to Stillwater filter in later in the day.” And in Stillwater fashion, the market is located right across the street from the Historic Courthouse for a picturesque Saturday morning.

Wyoming “We’re famous for our pork chops,” said Chris Dahl, who has been with the Wyoming farmers market for seven years. Pork chops, pastries, fresh eggs, honey and maple syrup are among the variety of goods sold from 3-7 p.m. on Thursdays, from June 16 until October. The market, which takes place at Grace Church, is family-oriented and casual and has been going strong for the last 10 years.

In the past, the market has brought in horses on a monthly basis so visitors can ride around the corral. This year the beloved horses are back by popular demand, but on a weekly basis.

Staff Writer Corinne Stremmel can be reached by calling 651-407-1226 or emailing lowdownnews@presspubs.com.

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The award honors retail music dealers who demonstrate exceptional commitment to their stores, neighborhoods and customers, and share in a vision to create a more musical world through their local communities. Music Connection will be presented with the award June 2 at the 2022 NAMM Show, the industry’s annual gathering in Anaheim, California.

“We are really excited about this award!” said Music Connection President Charlie Ollmann.

Ollmann and his wife, Barb Ollmann, have managed the business for 41 years. “This is our second consecutive year to named to the Top 100.

We opened in 1981 when Forest Lake’s population was only 4,600, and have grown with the city and with the music-making community here and throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.

Thanks to our staff, teachers, and customers for supporting our local family-owned business!”

The store is located at 77 Eighth Ave. in Forest Lake or online at www.ConnectWithMusic.com.

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BY CORINNE STREMMEL STAFF WRITER

After the Great Chicago Fire devastated another growing Midwestern city, the citizens of the burgeoning city of Stillwater decided they couldn’t risk a similar disaster. As a lumber town, Stillwater had a significant risk of fire. On May 28, 1872 — 150 years ago — the Stillwater Fire Department was formed.

“There were a number of citizens who approached the City Council saying they needed to form a department.

They moved forward with an organization plan, and 92 people signed up right away to be part of the department,” said Stuart Glaser, Stillwater’s current fire chief.

Advances in technology of the department was the The first official meeting today have protected “Stillwater Steam Engine of the Stillwater Fire firefighters with improved Company No. 1,” named after Department was held shortly navigation systems, better a steam engine that was afterward on June 3, 1872. gear and respiratory transported from New York to This year, the Stillwater protection. While Fire Department technology has evolved will celebrate the “I’m extremely humbled over the years, so has sesquicentennial of and honored to be a part of the role of the fire the department with department. Today a ribbon-cutting at this department. No other the fire department the fire station on the helps with emergency same date, June 3, department can say they preparedness, assists from noon to 1 p.m. protected the birthplace of in emergency medical “We’re recognizing and performs it’s a big milestone for Minnesota as a state. It all situations technical rescues, any department,” said water and dive Glaser. happened here in our city.” including rescue and civil support.

The Stillwater As for what’s next Fire Department is Stuart Glaser for the department, the oldest organized Stillwater’s fire chief Chief Glaser sees the fire department in Minnesota. The steam engine city continuing to grow as a Washington County. As one was a major technological regional destination and as a might expect, it’s seen a lot of place for new residents. With change over the last 150 years. advancement for the time.

“It was all pretty more city events and activities The first official name revolutionary,” said Glaser.

Washington County Library kicks off summer programs Washington County Library’s summer programs for kids, teens and adults begin this week and continue through Saturday, Aug. 20.

Summer is traditionally a busy time at libraries, where extra activities while school is out can help encourage reading and neutralize summer learning loss for kids and teens. These programs and activities also encourage library users of all ages to become lifelong readers and learners.

Through the Summer Adventure program, kids ages 0-11 can read, learn, listen and explore with an alien friend, Zorb. This flexible program can be tailored to each children’s interests and learning needs.

Teens ages 12-18 can Level Up! their summer with a video gamethemed program that promotes literacy of all kinds, including reading, crafting, cooking and gaming.

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For each program, participants complete activities on a game card, then return their game card to the library to collect a reward. Each person who completes a game card will also be entered in a drawing for the chance to win grand prizes like activity kits, Washington County Parks passes, puzzles and more.

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on the horizon, the need for a well-equipped fire department continues.

June 3’s celebration and ribbon-cutting will acknowledge Stillwater’s long history of firefighters who have worked to keep the city safe for the last 150 years and will continue their effort for safety well into the future.

“I’m extremely humbled and honored to be a part of this department. No other department can say they protected the birthplace of Minnesota as a state. It all happened here in our city,” said Glaser.

Staff Writer Corinne Stremmel can be reached by calling 651-407-1226 or emialing lowdownnews@presspubs.com.

Stargazers spot Super Flower Blood Moon

BY CORINNE STREMMEL STAFF WRITER

The impressive color of Mid-May’s Super Flower Blood Moon caught the eyes of many stargazers who may also have been inspired by its equally impressive name. The eclipse lasted about 5 hours and 19 minutes, beginning during the evening of May 15 and ending early in the morning, May 16.

As for its lengthy name, that can be broken down into three parts. The term “supermoon” comes from how large the moon appears to us here on Earth. According to NASA, a supermoon is defined when the moon is at its closest point to Earth, making it appear larger than normal.

The term “flower moon” refers to the full moon’s names that are typically assigned during that particular month.

April has a “pink” moon, May has a “flower moon” because it coincides with the blooming flowers in spring, and this month’s full moon will be the “strawberry” moon.

As for the term “blood moon,” the portion of the eclipse where it gets this name lasted a total of 1 hour and 24 minutes for those of us in the metro area. The moon temporarily appears red because light from the sun reflects

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on the moon, and the color shows up as red because long wavelengths like red and orange can pass through the atmosphere. The red right is refracted around the earth, hitting the moon to make it appear red.

As for the next total lunar eclipse, you’ll have to wait until Nov. 7 of this year, but that eclipse likely will have a shorter name.

Staff Writer Corinne Stremmel can be reached by calling 651-407-1226 or emialing lowdownnews@presspubs.com.

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Weather Tidbit: May was a nice transitional month. We finally shook off the cold that lingered through April and into the first week of the month. After the first week, the weather became a little more interesting. We finally were able to turn off the furnace and a few neighbors fired up the AC as temperatures reached into the upper 80’s on May 9. We topped off with 90º on May 12. I didn’t hear many, if any, complaints about the “heat.”

There were a few memorable storms that blasted through. A wind storm on May 9 brought 50mph winds with very little rain. If you’re looking for rain, I totaled 2.58” on May 11. This rain was accompanied by strong thunderstorm winds and I noted several down large pine trees and broken limbs. A notable hail storm during the late afternoon of May 19 brought pea- to half dollar-size hail. Remember that date for future claims.

The astronomical highlight was the total lunar eclipse on May 15. Sky conditions were optimal and the moon did not disappoint. See below for this month’s highlights.

This brings us to the month of June. I like the trend we’re in. Warm and wet. I’m more confident on the wetter than normal June but hopefully optimistic for a warmer than normal June.

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Minnesota Sheltie Rescue’s annual reunion returns

BY SHANNON GRANHOLM MANAGING EDITOR

A Minnesota dog rescue is nearing a significant milestone — finding 1,000 dogs forever families.

Minnesota Sheltie Rescue (MNSR) is a nonprofit organization that helps find homes for, you guessed it, shelties.

The organization’s founder, Karen Marquardt’s love for shelties began after college when she lived with a roommate who owned a sheltie and sheltie-mix.

“Like everyone, I knew Lassie, and Lassie is not a sheltie, Lassie is a collie. They are a different breed but they have a similar look. If you grew up knowing Lassie and knowing that beautiful dog, and then you saw these little smaller versions of that look,” Marquardt recalled. “They are the most loving, smart, happy and loud dog (they bark a lot). I got kind of attached so then when it was time for my first dog, it had to be a sheltie.”

Marquardt has owned seven shelties. She currently owns an 8-year-old female and a 3.5-year-old male.

Back in the early 2000s, Marquardt, along with a couple of friends, were informally helping shelties. They would hear of a sheltie that needed a new home, and work to find a good placement.

“Somewhere along the way a couple of dogs came to our attention that had more severe issues— one had been hit by a car and needed surgery, and another was heartworm positive,” she recalled.

“At that point, we (felt) that we needed to do something a little bit more formal to become a nonprofit, so when those kinds of situations came up, we would have the ability to appropriately raise money to cover that kind of stuff.”

In 2003, MNSR officially earned its nonprofit status. Since inception, the organization has rescued and placed approximately 985 shelties.

Marquardt said during the 2008 housing crisis, the rescue was taking in 70-80 dogs a year, but thankfully than number has come down to 10-15 dogs a year, which is a much more manageable number for a small, allvolunteer organization.

MNSR is foster-based rescue organization, meaning it does not have a central shelter where dogs are housed. Instead, all of the dogs in our program live with families in temporary foster homes while they await their forever homes. The organization is highly involved in educating people about the breed.

“The thing with shelties is there is a high risk of flight. They are smart and when circumstance in their lives change, for many of them their tendency is to bolt. We do a lot of education about that when we are working with fosters and adopters,” Marquardt explained.

In an effort to not only help its dogs, but other shelties across the state, MNSR launched the Lost Shelties MN Facebook page to help owners hopefully reunite with their runaway sheltie.

Because shelties often have unique needs, and can be very shy, they often need to be in foster homes longer than some other breeds.

“We need to really understand who that dog is. When they come in if they are worried, shy or shutdown, you don’t really know what you have for a while. You need to let them develop, let them gain some trust, to

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know what we have and then we can place that dog with a better fit.”

All of MNSR’s dogs are fully vetted prior to adoption, including spay/ neuter, vaccinations, microchip and any other veterinary care they may require.

Currently the rescue has about 16 dogs in foster homes. Of those, five of those are “forever fosters,” meaning they will spend the rest of their lives in a foster home. Those dogs are either senior dogs, or have unique medical needs.

For the past couple of years, the rescue has not been able to host its annual reunion or its main fundraiser. The event returned this year however, May 7. The event was open to not only families who have adopted from MNSR, but anyone who loves shelties.

At the event, Circle Pines groomer Deb Molin, volunteered her time to give free nail trims to any shelties that attend. Molin owns Personal Touch Pet Grooming, and actually groomed Kobe, MNSR’s first rescue, who was adopted by a Circle Pines family.

Those adopters gave Molin information about the rescue, and Molin reached out and offered her services free of charge.

“The grooming is something I can offer and I know they appreciate it.

They can spend their money on more important things,” Molin explained.

“I love being able to see some of my ‘grooms' adopted out. I hope that my services help the dogs find their forever homes.”

Marquardt said what Molin has done is extraordinary. “I take my own dogs to Deb because she is that good and it is not cheap. It is a lot of work to groom a sheltie,” she said.

“She just does the most beautiful job. She is gentle, she’s patient and she understands shelties. Grooming is not as expensive as the vet, but 20 shelties a year getting groomed, it adds up.”

Molin said she enjoys seeing the transformation of the dogs.

“Sometimes I can see the before and after in the dog's behavior and attitude before they leave my shop. You can see it in their eyes. They perk up and look proud of themselves. Warms my little groomer's heart.”

Managing Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-4071227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.

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Ron Vannelli, the former owner of Vannelli’s on the Lake in Forest Lake, has signed an agreement with Hugo American Legion Post 620 to operate both a restaurant and catering services out of the Legion’s kitchen. Pictured are head chef Greg Clarke and owner Ron Vannelli.

Vannelli’s teams up with Legion for restaurant, catering

BY SHANNON GRANHOLM MANAGING EDITOR

After closing its doors in October 2021, a local business will reopen its doors in a new location.

Ron Vannelli, the former owner of Vannelli’s on the Lake in Forest Lake, has signed an agreement with Hugo American Legion Post 620 to operate both a restaurant and catering services out of the Legion’s kitchen.

“The point that excites me is he didn’t jump into this; he has some history … He understands our clientele and what’s going on. I think if he’s willing to take a chance, we are, and we are more than willing to work together to make both of us profitable,” said retiring Legion Cmdr. Greg Burmeister. “We need another spot in town for people to go to.”

Vannelli’s was in business for 12 years before it closed its doors last year.

“We have been looking for a location to continue catering,” Vannelli explained. “We actually have looked at a few different opportunities, but they just didn’t work out. We have been searching … We weren’t really ready to quit.”

Legion Post 620 has lacked a restaurant since 2019, when The Post, operated by Chris and Emily Salerno, shuttered. Vannelli had heard that someone had talked to the Hugo Legion about leasing the kitchen, so he approached the Legion to explain what he was looking for.

“They were kind of eager to get something going, and the kitchen was what we were looking for, so we came to an agreement,” Vannelli said.

Vannelli plans to be up and running to provide daily food service in early June; he is shooting for June 1.

Initial hours of operation will be from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Sunday breakfast will also be offered.

Customers should expect a menu that is similar to what they saw on the Vannelli’s menu: pastas, sandwiches, burgers, salads and other dinner meal options, including fish, steak and other meat choices.

Vannelli said they will start actively searching for catering opportunities that can be fulfilled both at the Legion and off-site.

“Catering is growing rapidly in the food industry right now,” Vannelli explained. “We hope to continue a good, solid catering reputation out of that facility as well as a strong menu that can benefit them as far as increasing clientele.”

He added, “I feel like we had a pretty good reputation, and I just want to convey to people that we are going to try to continue with that when it comes to the quality of food and service.”

Vannelli hopes that by moving 15 miles south, the business will start to see new customers they haven’t been able to reach before in areas like White Bear Lake and Mahtomedi, and still be able to see their Forest Lake area regulars.

The scale of the business will not be as large as the prior operation, so Vannelli hopes that it will be easier to manage.

“Right now, the food industry is really difficult to maintain a quality staff,” he explained. “This is a rather downsized operation from what we had in the past; hopefully that won’t be as time demanding as it was in the past.”

“We have got to come up with employees; we have got to get waitress stations put in at the bar; we’ve got to come up with menus. We have got a lot of stuff to do, but it’s exciting and it’s nice that it’s somebody that has a name that people know,” Burmeister said.

Managing Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or citizennews@presspubs.com.

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Must have forklift experience/certification, computer literacy and be able to lift and carry 100+ lbs.

We offer great benefits and weekday offers.

Come join our 50+ year old family.

Shipping and Receiving experience required.

Apply in person at 1645 Ninth St, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 or send resume to ‘production@magnepan.com’

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PET SERVICE DIRECTORY

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Puppy Classes Private Lessons Manners Please Phone Consults Radio Show

PET SERVICE DIRECTORY

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All

our locations donate 10% of profits annually to support pet adoptions and health, in partnership with Secondhand Hounds.

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Canine Holistic Health and Therapy Diploma

Tami Lytle

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Award Winning Pet Grooming!

PETSTYLES

Dr. Stuart B. Dalton 2015-2020

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We treat your pets like they’re our own.

100% dedicated to your pet’s grooming in a cozy, intimate pet spa, not a big box store!

Professional Pet Sitting & Dog Walking Services Owned & Operated by a Veterinary Technician with 20 years experience in animal care

Dr. Mikayla Nicklay

NOW HIRING

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- Insured & Bonded - Veterinarian Recommended -References available

Let us give your pets the love & attention they deserve while you’re away!

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612-807-7850

www.mjthecrittersitter.com

2017-2020

Summer Grooming!

MJ The Critter Sitter

Dr. Sarah Prochnow

White Bear Animal Hospital

Grooming Salon

Forest Lake’s original grooming shop since 1989.

Call one of our Certified Master Groomers at

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MAKE EVERY DAY

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PHONE: 651-407-1250 APPLIANCE REPAIR

AUTO SERVICE

CARPENTRY

Schneider Custom Woodworks

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CUSTOM WOODWORKS

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Custom CABINETRY! Free Estimates & Callbacks within 24 hours

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AUTO SERVICE

Grinding/Squeaking We do brakes starting at $249/axle 2015 Fifth Street, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

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• CHANGING CEILINGS OVER TO KNOCK DOWNS • TAPING • SPRAYING • ADDITIONS • BASEMENTS • NEW HOMES • GARAGES

No job too small!

Kerry (Cell)

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PLASTER / DRYWALL

MJ’s Concrete, LLC Sidewalks Patios Steps Driveways & More!

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GUTTERS

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MOKIE’S FREE ESTIMATE 651-410-3889

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MOKIE’S Lawn Service

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651410-3889

651-432-0070 servicenow@twlewisco.com www.twlewisco.com Dream | Design | Build | Remodel MN Contractor Builder Lic #791222

LANDSCAPING

Northern Lights

Landscape Construction Inc. Since 1989

Jeff Irsfeld

R.P.M. Lawncare • WEEKLY MOWING • SPRING/FALL CLEANUP • FERTILIZATION • SNOWPLOWING

Call Jim

651-226-5779

L D MARSHALL PAINTING

Scott or Linda • 651-426-9135 (office) • Interior/ • Painting of Home Decorative Furnishings Painting (furniture, • Wallpapering light fixtures, • Stain & Varnish frames, etc.)

www.LDMarshallPainting.com Free Estimates • Established 1987

RIVARD

Free Estimates

Pro

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• Retaining Walls • Mulching • Edging • Patio Pavers

Jeff Irsfeld

651.428.3509 Jeff@yardworksmn.com

Painting

Pro

CONTACT RICHARD

612-394-8978 MADISON & SON PAINTING EXTERIOR High Pressure Washing of Decks • Fences • Siding Paint all wood • Stucco Siding • Metal Trim • Shakes Staining or clear coat of Decks & Fences

INTERIOR

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Expert Workmanship

Guaranteed 651-257-3669

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Bonded Insured Lic. #BC638094 www.northlandlandscape.com

Roofing s Siding s Windows Gutters s Fascia & Soffit

651-407-1987

Cameron

Tree Service

• Affordable Tree Trimming & Removal • Rooftop snow removal or shoveling • Firewood • Senior & Vets Discounts

STUMP REMOVAL

Licensed & Insured

(651) 775-8602

Lic #686889

Wm Hayes Roofing & Remodeling, LLC

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Storm & Hail Damage Windows • Siding Doors • Additions

Remodeling all types

Bathrooms • Basements Kitchens • Doors & Windows Roofing & Siding

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www.wmhayesconstruction.com MN Lic. #BC002810

Twin Cities Premier Home Improvement Company

651-238-6751 NorconHomes.com

SERVICES:

Tree & Stump Removal Tree Trimming Shrub Pruning

A Cut Above Tree Service

Licensed Insured Licensed Insured Free Free Estimates Estimates Tree Removal Tree Removal and Trimming Tree Trimming Emergency Storm Damage Emergency Storm Discounts Damage Senior and Military Senior and Military Local Family OwnedDiscounts Business Local Family Owned Business www.facebook.com/acutabovetreecareservice www.acutabovetreecareservice.com www.acutabovetreeservice.com

651-334-9063

Insured / Lic #BC105943

TIME TO REMODEL? Kitchen / Bathroom Basement / Deck

Check out our Models for design ideas.

*1 yr financing option available* SHERCO CONSTRUCTION

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Roofing Siding Windows STORM RESTORATION SPECIALISTS

651-287-3720 612-284-5329

23 years and going strong!

Interior/Exterior Remodeling • Roofing/Siding • Doors/Windows • Basements • Garages • Major/Minor Remodeling • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Additions

Residential/Commercial Painting Specialists

24 years in business

We do: interior painting, stain and varnishing, Ceiling conversion to knock down, drywall repair.

Insured & Bonded

FREE ESTIMATES

10% OFF ANY JOB WITH AD Scott – 651-426-0288

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www.allaroundremodeling.com

Insured • Bonded • License# BC637741

3APPLEWOOD BUILDERS Love your home. more.

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612.670.7004 MN LIC# BC003215

10% OFF Cell: 612-363-6169 Main: 651-771-2654 Credit Cards Accepted

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STUMP REMOVAL REMOVAL Same Service Free Day Estimates

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FREE ESTIMATES

• Professional, Residential House Painting • 35 Years Experience • Interior & Exterior • Kind, Respectful Service

Northeast Metro Landscaping

Residential - Hardie Plank

MN Lic.# BC223025

• Residential & Commercial

651-592-6678

Letourneaulandscaping.com

Fast, Dependable, Insured

“Your Local Exterior Specialists”

• Interior/Exterior

Joe: 651-462-0697

651-426-0410

FREE ESTIMATE

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SERVICES:

• Landscaping • Retaining Walls, Grass repair and seeding • Landscaping bed mulching • Drainage Specialist • Irrigation, Repairs & Installations Tree Trimming, Tree & Stump Removal • Shrub Pruning • Planting • Consulting & Design • Hauling & Disposal

ROOFING Sullivan Construction Company

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Free Estimates/

• 30 Years Exp.

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WINDOW

Paint & Stain • New Construction or Remodeling

Tree Removal Tree Trimming Brush & Stump Removal

651-426-8660

PAINTING

CALL STEVE TODAY for fresh new landscaping ideas!

Professional Landscape Contractor

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Jeff@yardworksmn.com

28 years in Business • Fully Insured

• Full Landscape Services • Bobcat, Grading & Excavation

Family owned Certified Arborist onsite!

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Quality Work • Reasonable Rates

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ResidentIal CommercIal

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Artisan Custom Builder Custom Carpentry and Home Improvement Services • Custom Carpentry and Design • Deck and Pergola Specialist • Building and Remodeling • Home Renovation and Repair

47 years of experience

651-773-5643

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TREE SERVICE

Tree & Shrub Trimming/Removal

Lic. #005402

(651) 426-6000

• Lawn Mowing • Core Aerating • Spring Clean Ups • Fertilizing

HOME IMPROVEMENT

T.W.Lewis Co.

Tom Thill 651-433-4866

TREE SERVICE

Primeau’s Tree Service

• Drain Cleaning • Hot Water Heating • Hot Water Heaters & Disposal • Well Pump Service • New Construction • Remodeling

Northeast Metro Lawn Care

HEATING & COOLING

Furnace & A/C Installations and Service Licensed, Bonded & Insured 651.426.4233 cphvac.net

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ED LAWRY advantagegreenlawncare.com

Small Jobs Welcome

• Repair Circuits • Recepts Added • Remodels • Panels Replaced • Ceiling Fans • Electric Car Chargers

PLUMBING

Cutting Edge Window Cleaning GENE’S TREE SERVICE & STUMP GRINDING Licensed/Insured • Free Estimates

Call Today! 763-785-1629

Licensed & Insured

MN License #BC515019

Total Remodeling

We don’t cut corners, we clean ‘em!

Residential Window Cleaning Exterior Only Call Jeff for a free estimate

651-283-8770

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Roofing&Siding Free Roof Inspections & Estimates

Roofing • Siding Storm Damage Insurance Claims

• Small Jobs Welcome • Carpentry • Skylights • Hail Damage

Stoerzinger Construction

Call Matt 612.246.7079

651-775-8217

ALL BUILT RIGHT CONSTRUCTION Lic# BC638717 • Insured

Meet Your Specialist Mark and Barbara Letourneau have been running their family landscape business, since 1989. Mark, Barbara and Cole love to create beautiful yards for their customers. Our most common projects are landscape Renovations, Adding Curb Appeal, Grading, and Natural Stone Creations. We also install other landscaping as well, such as Paver Patios, Shrub and Perennial Gardens, Small Trees, and much more.

Mark and Barbara Letourneau were born and raised in White Bear Lake. We reside here, and are raising our family here. We work in a small radius around the White Bear Lake area. This helps to ensure great customer service to our local customers.

Letourneau Landscaping, Inc. was the winner for several years in “Best of White Bear Lake” for Landscape Design. We also write articles for White Bear Lake Magazine.

We are proud members of the Minnesota Landscaping and Nursery Association.

You can simply go to Services & Estimates page on our website, and enter your contact information, or call us at 651-426-0410 www.letourneaulandscaping.com

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We are proud that for the sixth year in a row, we were awarded “Best Pet Grooming”

• Trimming • Shampoos •Ears • Nails • Grooming • Anal Glands • Dyes Voted BEST GROOMING SALON since 2015 when this category was created!

From L to R: Kari, owner and groomer; Sandy, groomer; and Jackie, groomer.

Contact Petstyles today at 651-464-6996 for all of your pet grooming needs. www.petstylesmn.com Award Winning Pet Grooming!

2015-2020

2017-2021

SUMMER GROOMING

100% dedicated to your pet’s grooming in a cozy, intimate pet spa, not a big box store!

Check out our social media to see all of our happy clients!

Nail Trims by appointment only.

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Visit our web site and Take a Virtual Tour!

We are Forest Tues-Sat Lake’s Original Day & Eve Grooming Salon Appts. since 1989!

143 North Lake Street, Forest Lake www.petstylesmn.com

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I N N & S U I T E S®

BY RADISSON

WE CAN HELP!

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Meeting room available for private use

• Rental Cars available • Free Pick Up and Delivery Shuttle within 15 miles.

24408 Greenway Ave • Forest Lake MN 651-464-6477 • www.billsautobodymn.com

Sat: 8am-Noon M-F: 7am-5:30 pm

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Grooming Salon

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e’re Forest Lake’s original grooming shop, operating since 1989. Your pets are like family to us. We remain 100% committed to your pet from start to finish. It’s all we do and we make your pet 2017-2021 2015-2020 look and feel its best! Always have and always will! Be sure to check out our photos of happy clients on Instagram/Facebook @ petstylesgrooming

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Are youfor Ready for Spruce Spring?Up? Enjoy onQR your New or 4 Season Porch

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Build. Restore. Renew.

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3391 Labore Rd, Vadnais Heights

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EVENT Music: Prairie Voice Music: Captain Dan Live Music: Gary LaRue Music: Xaymaca Live Music

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Take Comfort. Drink Well.

We invite you to try our award winning wines along with our wine slushies, hard cider, Lift Bridge craft beer and our scratch-made food menu.

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WBL

Open Every Day Hand Crafted Locally Grown Award Winning

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Big Wood Brewery

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