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Shoreview Shoreview is a distinctive and vibrant community recognized as one of the most desirable places to live, work, and do business.

This is thanks to natural landscape and parks, our recreational amenities, the Shoreview Community Center, our environmental stewardship, or businesses, our

involved residents, our schools, our government leaders, and our desire for a high quality of life, healthy living and community spirit.

On behalf of the city council and entire community, we extend our warmest welcome and invite you to experience Shoreview!

Our vision is to be a welcoming community that provides quality services, safe and beautiful neighborhoods, a vibrant economy, and exceptional recreational opportunities. Our mission is to foster community pride and create a high quality of life by providing exceptional services and amenities

North Oaks The city of North Oaks is a growing residential community of approximately 1,500 homes and 4,500 people. Two-thirds of the adult residents have a bachelors degree; one-third have a graduate degree. About one-half of the

households are child-raising family groups and the other half has only adults in residence. Home Values Above Average Home values range from $450,000 to over $5,000,000. Homes are located on one to two acre lots in

the natural topography of rolling meadows, wooded land, lakes and ponds. An exclusive townhome development has also been established in the southeast area, as well as a senior residence facility.

Vadnais Heights Called “home” by approximately 13,000 people, the city of Vadnais Heights is a vibrant community with strong neighborhoods, thriving businesses, beautiful woods, lakes, wetlands, and trails. Located in the northeast portion of Ramsey County, Vadnais Heights is approximately 8.5 square miles in area. As its name suggests, the first European settlers in the area now known as Vadnais Heights were French, who pushed north from St. Paul in the 1840s.

The area was established by the Vadnais, Bibeau, Garceau, LaBarre and Morrisette families as they searched for new land to farm. Vadnais Lake was named

after Jean Vadnais, who settled his family on the southeast side of the lake that dominates the city’s western border. There is a plaque commemorating the first homestead on the southwest corner of Edgerton Street and Centerville Road.

In 1957, the city of Vadnais Heights was incorporated with a population of about 2,000.

Within the past generation, Vadnais Heights has grown from a rural truck farming area into a diverse suburban community mostly due to the opening of freeway links to St. Paul and Minneapolis, followed by a municipal

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sewer system in the early 1970’s, and public water a decade later.

Assessments for sewer and water as well as lucrative offers from developers converted most of the truck farms, some of which were as large as 200 acres, to residential or commercial developments.

Now only about 40 acres of the city continue to be farmed.

The city’s population soared during the 1980’s, making Vadnais Heights the fifth fastest-growing community in Minnesota during that decade. The city reached approximately 13,500 people, but by the 2010 Census the population had declined to about 12,400.

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To Our Readers Our community is full of hidden gems- from local businesses and restaurants to an extensive network of parks and trails. Events such as art fairs, parades, concerts, movies in the park, fundraisers, holidaythemed kids parties and Carter community Johnson festivals Publisher Press Publications like Slice of Shoreview and Vadnais Heights Heritage Days bring neighbors together. In winter, residents can head to one of the numerous ice rinks or cross country ski trails at local parks, or take a short drive to one of 5 alpine ski resorts in the area. Theater productions, art classes, library programs, gyms, playgrounds, and even a state of the art indoor waterpark are right here for residents to enjoy yearround. As always readers should check the websites or

call prior to venturing out.

Your community newspaper has a goal of being your best source of local news and information.

Our group of locally-owned newspapers includes the Shoreview Press, the Vadnais Heights Press, North Oaks News, the White Bear Press, the Citizen, the Quad Community Press, the Lowdown, and several specialty publications.

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Community Calendar

The annual Taste of Shoreview event, featuring samples from local restaurants, is Thursday, April 20.

The following are area events the Press scheduled by press time and events are subject to change.

Please check event websites for updates and more information.

Also check calendar pages in your weekly community newspaper or at www.presspubs.com for updates about what’s happening in the area.

April Taste of Shoreview

When: 5-8 p.m. Thursday, April 20 Where: Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N.

Details: Sample local restaurants,

wine and beer, bucket raffles, silent and live auction. Tickets $25 each; hosted by the local Lions Club Register: www.shoreviewardenhillslions.org

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‘La Cage Aux Follles’

When: April 28-May 21; 7:30 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Sensory Friendly Options Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Lakeshore Players performs the family musical. Tickets $35 Pay what you can day: May 15th. .

Contact: 651-478-7427 or lakeshoreplayers.org

55+ Housing Fair

When: 2-4:30pm. Thursday, May 18

Where: Shoreview Community

Center, 4580 Victoria St. N. Details: Seniors can meet with vendors who will provide information about aging in place, downsizing, prepping to sell a home, understanding legal considerations, and what to look for in

senior housing.

Contact: 651-490-4714 or shoreviewmn.gov/parks-rec/recreation-programs/adult-programs

May Heart 4 Art

When: Three sessions on Thurs-

day, May 11: 8-9 a.m. breakfast; noon-1 p.m. lunch; 6:30-7:30 dinner Where: White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave, Details: WBCA’s annual fundraiser supports affordable arts programs for people of all ages and abilities.

Free to attend. Table sponsorships available.

Contact: lswanson@whitebeararts.org

Spring Royal Tea party

When: 3-4:30 p.m. Sunday, May 14 Where: Shoreview Community

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The annual Slice of Shoreview parade begins with a dramatic unfurling of a giant American flag atop a fire engine.

Slice of Shoreview The Slice of Shoreview is an annual festival held to celebrate life in Shoreview. The “Slice,” as it has come to be known, takes place in July and incorporates a wide variety of family-oriented activities including a carnival, parade, art and craft fair, food vendors, various displays and demonstrations, car show, talent show, entertainment

and fireworks. The Slice volunteer committee meets 11 months each year planning the Slice and is led

by Board Chair Jacci Krebsbach.

The Slice is free and relies on sponsors to keep it that way. The biggest fundraiser for the Slice is the Taste of Shoreview, which takes place in April at the Shoreview Community Center. Peo-

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ple can sample local foods and beverages including craft beers, wines and soda. People can vote for their favorite local vendors.

Other fun activities throughout the evening include a live auction, silent auction, bucket raffle, wine wall and a gift card wall.

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Community Calendar Center, 4580 Victoria St. N. Details: Kids ages 10 and under can visit with a princess and enjoy storytelling, crafts, and resreshments. Registration $12/person.

Contact: shoreviewmn.gov/parksrec/special-events

June ‘10-Minute Play Festival’

When: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays; 7:30

p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays, June 1-11.

Where: Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Details: Watch 10 short, never-before-seen plays from around the world presented by Lakeshore Players performers and directors.

Tickets $30; Pay What you Can Day: Thursday June 1st Contact: 651-478-7427 or lakeshoreplayers.org

Shoreview Farmer’s Market

When: 3-7 p.m. Tuesdays, June

6-Aug. 29; 3-6 p.m. Sept. 5-Oct. 10 Where: Shoreview Community Center lower-level parking lot and pavilion, 4580 Victoria St. N. Details: Check out new amenities, weekly themes, and live entertainment. More than 30 vendors.

Frequent Shopper Program Contact: shoreviewmn.gov/parksrec/special-events

Midwest Ski Otters shows

When: 6 p.m. Sundays beginning second Sunday in June throughout the summer Where: Goose Lake on Hoffman Road in White Bear Lake Details: White Bear-based

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Area farmers markets, including Shoreview’s, begin their runs starting in June.

team of 120 amateur skiers from metro area Contact: skiotter.com

Concert in the Commons

When: 7 p.m. Wednesdays, June 14-Aug. 9 Where: Shoreview Commons, next to Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N. Details: Open-air concerts. Bring blanket or chair. See website for lineup.

Contact: shoreviewmn.gov/parksrec/special-events/summer-concerts

Marketfest

When: 6-9 p.m. Thursdays June 15 through July 27

Where: Downtown White Bear

Lake

Details: Free family festival in-

cludes more than 150 retail and food vendors, live music, children’s activities, farmers market, classic car show.

Contact: marketfestwbl.com

Manitou Days

When: June 15 to July 4 Where: Events throughout White

Bear Lake Details: Three-week long, annual summer festival showcases the best of the White Bear Lake community. More than 60 events including parade, beach dance, community picnic, family fun night, antique boat show, fireworks and more.

Contact: 651-653-5122 or manitoudays.com

Vadnais Heights Ice Cream Social When: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, June 21

Where: Berwood Park, 780 Ber-

wood Ave., Vadnais Heights Details: Free ice cream, activities for all ages, representatives from community organizations, and live music.

Contact: 651-204-6000 or cityvadnaisheights.com

White Bear Lake Farmers Market When: 8 a.m.-noon Fridays, June

30-Oct. Where: Washington Ave. and 4th St., downtown White Bear Lake Details: Produce includes organic produce, natural meats and cheeses, honey, syrup, baked

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North Oaks Guild II volunteers organize an annual rummage sale to raise money for the Children’s Hospital Association.

North Oaks Guild North Oaks Guild II is a group of over 100 women from around the Twin Cities and beyond who are dedicated to raising money to support the Children’s Hospital Association (CHA) and programs and services at Children’s Minnesota. Over the years, the North Oaks Guild II has donated over $2 million to the CHA, largely due to income from the popular annual rummage sale held every September at the Shoreview Ice

Arena. Over 500 families make donations every year. The Guild collects items remaining from high-end estate sales and new/ unsold items from popular area businesses. The Guild also works with local TV and radio stations.

Jason Matheson from Fox 9’s “The Jason Show” has made regular trips to the Shoreview Arena to tape segments focusing on the annual rummage sale, entertaining the Guild members

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as he checks out some “unusual donations” and pokes a bit of fun at the Guild members. The Guild II is approaching the $3 million dollar milestone in cumulative contributions to CHA over the years. If you would like more information about membership in the North Oaks Guild II or want to make a donation, send an email to northoaksrummagesale@gmail. com or go to its Facebook page at northoaksrummagesale.

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Community Calendar Victoria St., Shoreview Details: Past events have included carnival, parade, car show, art and food vendors, helicopter rides, Dock Dogs, petting zoo, live entertainment, fireworks, golf tournament.

Contact: 651-483-2416 or sliceofshoreview.com

White Bear Lake Area Relay for Life When: 6 p.m. Friday, July 28 Where: White Bear Lake Area

High School South Campus, 3551 McKnight Road Details: Typically, more than 100 teams and 1,500 participate in a run/walk and stay overnight to raise funds for the American Cancer Society.

Contact: relay.acsevents.org Teams from throughout the northeast metro area participate in the annual Relay for Life.

goods, plants and flowers.

Contact: 651-747-3650 or whitebearlake.org

Vadnais Heights Music in the Park Series When and where: 6-8 p.m.

Wednesdays, June 28 at Bridgewood Park; July 12 at Kashimana Park; July 19 at Westfield Park; and July 26 at Lily Pond Park Details: Celebrate summer with free outdoor concerts.

Contact: 651-204-6000, cityvadnaisheights.com

July Kidz Concerts in the Commons When: 10 a.m. Wednesdays, July 5-Aug. 2

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Where: Shoreview Commons, next

to Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. N. Details: Free outdoor concerts geared to kids. Bring blanket or chair. Concessions. See website for lineup.

Contact: shoreviewmn.gov/parksrec/special-events/summer-concerts

Fireworks on White Bear Lake

When: 10 p.m. Tuesday, July 4 Details: Manitou Days celebration

culminates with fireworks display over White Bear Lake.

Contact: manitoudays.com or explorewhitebear.org

Slice of Shoreview Days

When: July 21-23 Where: Island Lake Park, 3611 N.

August Night to Unite

When and where: Tuesday, Aug. 1 throughout local communities Details: Evening intended to heighten crime prevention awareness and community partnerships. Residents hosting block parties may register for visits by local police and fire departments.

Contact: ramseycounty.us/ your-government/leadership/ sheriffs-office

Vadnais Heights Heritage Days

When: Aug. 14-20 Where: Community Park and Vad-

nais Heights Commons, 641 and 655 E. County Road F. in Vadnais Heights Details: Past events have included a medallion hunt, movie in the

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The annual Heritage Days festival in Vadnais Heights features a variety of family-friendly activities, including a Kiddie Parade.

Heritage Days Heritage Days is an annual festival in Vadnais Heights that takes place in mid-August. The event kicks off with a medallion hunt that begins on the Monday before Heritage Days. Clues are posted once a day at City Hall, Community Park, the city’s website and the medallion hotline at 651-204-6017.

Whoever finds the medallion wins $200. The weekend is packed

with activities, live music and good food. A variety of featured events include a pig roast, booya, car show, competitions and both kiddie and grand parades. The Heritage Days pickleball tournaments are casual and unsanctioned, intended for players looking for game play. Trophies are given to the top three players/teams in each division. The

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Vadnais Heights Lions host its annual pig roast fundraiser with pork sandwiches, chips, coleslaw, baked beans and pickles. Usually on Sunday, the Vadnais Heights Fire Relief Association serves up its famous booya beginning at 8 a.m. until it’s gone. Heritage Days has a rich history celebrating over 40 years bringing families and the community together.

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Community Calendar park, photo contest, senior picnic, Lions pig roast, kiddie parade, children’s games and inflatables, bingo, car show, food and merchandise vendors, fireworks, live bands, Grande Parade, Booya, bean bag tournaments, softball tournaments, a water ball tournament between local fire departments, and more.

Contact: 651-204-6000 or cityvadnaisheights.com

September Annual North Oaks Children’s Hospital Guild II Rummage Sale

When: September 16-17 Where: Shoreview Ice Arena, 877

Highway 96 W, Shoreview Details: Has generated more than $1 million for the Children’s Hospital Association.

Contact: 651-484-3792 or northoaksrummagesale.org

October Vadnais Heights Halloween Party

When: Friday October 27th, 5-7pm Where: Community Park, 642 E county Rd F Details: Put on your favorite costume and join us for a party under the lights. Games, treats and food trucks.

Contact: cityvadnaisheaights.com

November Fast Before the Feast

When: 7-10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov.

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The annual PJs with Santa event kicks off the holiday season in Vadnais Heights.

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Where: Boatworks Commons, 4495 Lake Ave., S., White Bear Lake Details: 10K, 5K and 1.5-mile Turkey DashVirtual option available Contact: 651-440-9625 or mmraces.com

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PJs With Santa

When: 6-8pm, Friday December 1st

Where: Vadnais Heights Com-

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mons, 655 E County Road F Details: $10/Family Residents, $20/ Family Non Residents Photos with Santa, games, treats and more!

Contact: cityvadnaisheights.com

December

White Bear Lake Winterfest

December When: Every weekend in

Where: Throughout downtown

Stillwater Details: Month-long celebration with events and shopping specials at various businesses throughout Stillwater. Past activities have included strolling carolers, Victorian Wagonette rides, and Biercycle caroling tours; strolling Santa. See website for opportunities to have breakfast or lunch with Santa at various local restaurants.

When: Usually the first 3 Saturdays in Dec.

Where: Downtown White Bear Lake

Details: Horse-drawn carriage

rides, photos with Santa, shopping and dining specials. Events free with donation to the White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf.

Contact: downtownwhitebearlake. com/events

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Shoreview Community Information

Sue Denkinger

Emy Johnson

John Doan

Shelly Myrland

Cory Springhorn

Mayor

Council member

Council member

Council member

Council member

shoreviewmn.gov facebook.com/cityofshoreview twitter: @cityofshoreview Population: 26,921 (2020 U.S. Census Bureau) Shoreview was originally inhabited by the Dakota and Ojibwe Indians. Remnants of their civilization have been found along Rice Creek near Snail Lake. In 1837, the Ojibwe Indians ceded this area to the United States government. In 1850, a settler named Socrates A. Thompson left St. Paul to farm, and filed a claim for land near the east shore of Turtle Lake (which he named for a large turtle he had captured in its waters). Other settlers from Europe and the eastern United States followed and created a farming community. Shoreview was originally part of Mounds View Township, named for the range of hills running through its center. The Township was organized on May 11, 1858, the

day Minnesota officially became a state. In the 1800s, the railroad constructed rail lines through Shoreview. The “Soo Lines” from St. Paul and Minneapolis came together at Cardigan Junction, halfway between Lake Owasso and Vadnais Lake. Soo Line built its first station house in Minnesota at this site. Citizens of the township petitioned the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners in 1957 for the incorporation of the Village of Shoreview. Citizens voted in favor and on April 23, 1957 Shoreview officially became a city.

Today, Shoreview is a premier suburb of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area with a population of more than 26,000 residents and nearly 13,000 workers. Shoreview is a distinctive and vibrant community recognized nationally as one of the most desirable places to live, work, and do business. Shoreview characteristics include a natural setting of lakes and open spaces, well-educated and active citizenry, and

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strong business environment home to many national corporations. The city is within close proximity to both the downtowns of Minneapolis and Saint Paul, and is easily accessible and served

by Interstates 694, 35W and 35E along with major arterials of Snelling/Hamline Avenue, Lexington Avenue and Rice Street. The city holds a AAA bond rating, and has received other national honors for its fiscal management and longrange financial planning. It also boasts one of the lowest crime rates in the region. Shoreview was named by Family Circle Magazine as one of the “Ten Best Towns in America to Raise a Family.” The Mounds View school district is one of the best ranked districts in Minnesota and is consistently among the districts producing the highest number of National Merit Scholars in the state. The centerpiece of the city is the Shoreview Commons featuring the Shoreview Community Center, which includes the Tropics Indoor Water

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Shoreview Commons summer music series featuring a variety of bands and musical entertainment from the region weekly at the Shoreview Commons Pavilion, as well as the Shoreview Farmers Market on Tuesdays throughout the summer. More information about these events and other activities in Shoreview can be found in the calendar pages of this publication.

City Government & Resources City Hall:

4600 N. Victoria St., Shoreview, 651-490-4600 or shoreviewmn. gov

A fountain near the Shoreview Community Center was part of a recent renovation.

Park and the Tropical Adventure Indoor Playground in addition to an indoor track, gymnasium, meeting and banquet rooms and state-of-the-art fitness center. The Community Center underwent a large expansion in 2018, which included two distinct areas, including an expansion of the Tropics Indoor Waterpark and a major two story addition adjacent to the gymnasium. The new Shoreview Library is also located nearby.

The natural environment includes 11 lakes, more than 1,400 acres of natural open spaces and an award-winning park system that includes 10 city parks and 4 county parks. Shoreview is committed to preserving and protecting our natural environment and promoting sustainable practices such as renovating our Maintenance Center to be Gold-certified by LEED and utilizing innovative techniques to protect watersheds. The city has been a leading community in the areas of recycling and water quality protection. Shoreview was the first city in Minnesota

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to be named a “Bicycle Friendly Community” by the League of American Bicyclists in recognition of its comprehensive 55-mile trail and sidewalk system.

High-profile companies such as Wells Fargo, Hill-Rom, TSI Inc., PAR Systems, PAR Nuclear Westinghouse and Cummins Power Generation provide the foundation for a strong and diverse economic and employment base for Shoreview and the surrounding area.

The city is home to many active civic organizations including the Shoreview Northern Lights Variety Band, the Shoreview-Einhausen Sister City Association, Gallery 96 Arts, the Shoreview Community Foundation, the Shoreview Garden Club and the Shoreview Historical Society. The city’s annual festival, Slice of Shoreview Days, takes place the last weekend of July at Island Lake Park and features food, music entertainment, arts and crafts, carnival rides, a parade and fireworks. The city also hosts the Concerts in the

Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

City Council meetings are generally held in the council chambers at City Hall the first and third Mondays of each month at 7 p.m.

Residents also have an opportunity to discuss issues and concerns with the mayor on most Tuesdays from 3-5 p.m.; schedule an appointment by calling 651-4904618. The mayor has also hosted “Walk and Talk with the Mayor” opportunities for residents to walk local trails and discuss issues with the mayor, in lieu of regular office hours.

City Staff City Manager:

Brad Martens, 651-490-4611 or bmartens@shoreviewmn.gov

Assistant City Manager /Community Development Director:

Tom Simonson, 651-490-4612 or tsimonson@shoreviewmn.gov

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Shoreview Assistant City Manager:

651-266-9333 (administration) or co.ramsey.mn.us/sheriff

Senior Planner:

Lake Johanna Fire Dept.:

Renee Eisenbeisz, 651-490-4613 or reisenbeisz@shoreviewmn.gov Allison Eddins, 651-490-4682, aeddins@shoreviewmn.gov

Building Official:

Dave Scherbel, 651-490-4691 or dscherbel@shoreviewmn.gov

Nonemergencies or administration: 651-415-2100 or ljfd.org

Chief:

Library

Parks and Recreation

Ramsey County Library - Shoreview

Fred Espe, 651-490-4622 or fespe@shoreviewmn.gov Mark Maloney, 651-490-4651 or mmaloney@shoreviewmn.gov

Community Center:

651-490-4750 or recreation@ shoreviewmn.gov

City Council Mayor:

Sue Denkinger, 651-490-4618 or sdenkinger@shoreviewmn.gov

Council member:

Emy Johnson, 763-443-5218 or ejohnson@shoreviewmn.gov

Council member:

Shoreview Community Center, 4580 N. Victoria St. 651-490-4700 .shoreviewmn.gov/parks-rec/community-center

Cory Springhorn, 651-403-3422 or cspringhorn@shoreviewmn.gov

Police Nonemergencies:

Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office: 651-484-3366 (patrol division); 651-767-0640 (dispatch);

Post Office Vadnais Heights Post Office:

Parks and Recreation:

525 Main St., New Brighton, 651-639-9306

651-490-4750 or recreation@ shoreviewmn.gov; rent a park

Shelter:

651-490-4790 or rentals@shoreviewmn.gov

Rental:

651-490-4753

Chamber of Commerce

Council member: Council member:

4560 N. Victoria St. 651-7246006 or rclreads.org.

For recreational programs and classes, contact 651-490-4750; for rental information contact 651490-4790.

John Doan, 612-424-2527 or jdoan@shoreviewmn.gov Shelly Myrland, 651-291-0185 or smyrland@shoreviewmn.gov

Get the city’s free online newsletter delivered after every council meeting, with recent City Council actions, city news and community events. For more information visit shoreviewmn.gov.

Tim Boehlke, tboehlke@ljfd.org

Finance Director:

Public Works Director:

‘Access Shoreview’:

Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce

1915 Hwy 36, Roseville, 763-5719781 or info@twincitiesnorth.org.

St. Paul Area Chamber of Commerce

401 N. Robert St., Suite 150, St. Paul.

651-223-5000 or saintpaulchamber.com.

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1056 E. Hwy. 96, Vadnais Heights. 651-407-9864

New Brighton Post Office:

Composting and Recycling Compost and yard waste materials such as grass clippings and leaves can be dropped off at different compost sites throughout Ramsey County, including 5900 Sherwood Rd., White Bear Township, 1881 Hudson Road in Arden Hills, and 8307 Long Lake Rd. in Mounds View. Call 651-633-3279 for more information. The sites are for Ramsey County residents only and proof of residence must be provided. Shoreview’s recyclables will be picked up by Eureka! Recycling, 612-669-2783. The city also offers cleanup events every spring and fall where residents can bring charitable donations, electronics and garbage / refuse not accepted by their hauler.

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North Oaks Community Information

Krista Wolter

Mark Azman

Sara Shah

Tom Watson

John Shuman

Mayor

Council member

Council member

Council member

Council member

cityofnorthoaks.com The history of North Oaks can be traced back to the 1880s when James J. Hill, who gained national notoriety and wealth through the development of railroads and related businesses, purchased 3,500 acres which he developed into one of the nation’s leading agricultural experimental farms of the time.

In the 1950s the North Oaks Company was formed by Hill’s descendants, who envisioned a residential community with an emphasis on retaining the environmental features of the land. Incorporated in 1956, North Oaks is set among 5,739 acres of woodlands, meadows, lakes, ponds and wetlands and is a designated game refuge. In February 1999, the company’s remaining land — 1,650 acres — was approved by the North Oaks City Council for future development.

Today, North Oaks is a growing residential community of over

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5,000 residents with 1,800 homes in a rural-feeling, natural setting.

Located between Shoreview and White Bear Township, North Oaks residents preserve a unique blend of community and individual privacy. Unlike many developments, the remaining development sites will be designed with a mix of house structure styles such as single family homes and town homes, as well as some commercial uses. In addition, 885 acres of conservancy and open space are planned.

All residential streets within North Oaks are privately-owned.

Although primarily residential, the Village Center at Highways 49 and 96 features a mix of retail, service and professional space, including an assisted living facility. A private golf course, the North Oaks Golf Club, is located within the city.

The North Oaks News, a monthly publication, serves the community with news, information and stories impacting and reflecting interests of the residents.

The North Oaks Home Owners’ Association, of which most residents become members when they purchase property, is responsible for the private roads, recreation land and facilities. Residents volunteer and coordinate many community activities and events throughout the year. They include recreational, social and special interest organizations such as the Hill Farm Historical Society, which works to preserve the buildings and document the contributions of Hill’s North Oaks Farm, and the Children’s Hospital Guilds I and II, which organize an annual home tour and rummage sale, respectively, to benefit the Children’s Hospital Association. Other community organizations include the North Oaks Community Foundation, the North Oaks Social Club, the North Oaks Garden Club, and the North Oaks Soccer Club. The Villagers is an organization for women who live in or have lived in North Oaks, and plans activities throughout the year.

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North Oaks City Government & Resources

John Shuman, 612-212-9575 or JShuman@northoaksmn.gov

Police

City Hall:

100 Village Center Dr., Suite 230, North Oaks.

651-792-7750, or cityofnorthoaks.com.

City Council meetings are held at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at the North Oaks Community Meeting Room, 100 Village Center Dr., Suite 150.

City Staff City Administrator:

Kevin Kress, 651-792-7755 or kkress@northoaksmn.gov

Deputy Clerk:

Stephanie Marty, 651-792-7758 or smarty@northoaksmn.gov

Administrative Assistant:

Debbie Breen, 651-792-7750 or dbreen@northoaksmn.gov

Administrative Assistant:

Lauren Kavan, 651-792-7750 or lkavan@northoaksmn.gov

City Council

Emergency: Call 911

Nonemergencies: Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office: 651-767-0640 (dispatch) or co.ramsey.mn.us/sheriff

Lake Johanna Fire Dept. Chief:

Tim Boehlke, tboehlke@ljfd.org

Nonemergencies or administration:

North Oaks Home Owners’ Association 100 Village Center Dr., Suite 240, North Oaks. 651-792-7765 or nohoa.org.

Board of directors meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at 100 Village Center Dr., Suite 150. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Mayor:

Krista Wolter, 612-247-5106 or KWolter@northoaksmn.gov

Council member:

Mark Azman, 651-295-9545 or Mazman@northoaksmn.gov

Council member:

Sara Shah, 612-440-7388 or sshah@northoaksmn.gov

Council member:

Local firefighters during an open house.

651-481-7024 or ljfd.org

Library Ramsey County Library Shoreview:

4560 N. Victoria St. 651-7246006 or rclreads.org

Ramsey County Library White Bear Lake:

2150 2nd St. 651-724-6007 or rclreads.org.

Tom Watson, 612-751-0124 or twatson@northoaksmn.gov

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Post Office Vadnais Heights Post Office, 1056 E. Hwy. 96, Vadnais Heights.

651-407-9864 or 800-2758777(ASK USPS).

Compost and Recycling Petersen-Waddle picks up weekly recycling. 651-308-9553; Ramsey County Recycling: 651633-3279 or ramseyrecycles.com.

Garbage haulers are: Walters Recycling and Refuse, 763780-8464; Waste Management, 952-656-2084; Republic Services, 651-455-8634

Chamber of Commerce White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce, 4751 Hwy 61 N., White Bear Lake. 651-429-8593 or whitebearchamber.com

Executive Director: Shari Wilson

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Vadnais Heights Community Information

Mike Krachmer

Erik Goebel

Steve Rogers

Kelly Jozwowski

Katherine Doll Kanne

Mayor

Council member

Council member

Council member

Council member

cityvadnaisheights.com facebook.com/cityVH twitter: @vadnais_heights Population; 12,623 (2021 U.S. Census Bureau) Located in the northeast portion of Ramsey County, Vadnais Heights is approximately 8.5 square miles in area. As its name suggests, the first European settlers in the area now known as Vadnais Heights were French, who pushed north from St. Paul in the 1840s. The area was established by the Vadnais, Bibeau, Garceau, LaBarre and Morrisette families as they searched for new land to farm. Vadnais Lake was named after Jean Vadnais, who settled his family on the southeast side of the lake that dominates the city’s western border. There is a plaque commemorating the first homestead on the southwest corner of Edgerton Street and Centerville Road. In 1957, the city

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of Vadnais Heights was incorporated with a population of about 2,000. Within the past generation, Vadnais Heights has grown from a rural truck farming area into a diverse suburban community mostly due to the opening of freeway links to St. Paul and Minneapolis, followed by a municipal sewer system in the early 1970’s, and public water a decade later.

Assessments for sewer and water as well as lucrative offers from developers converted most of the truck farms, some of which were as large as 200 acres, to residential or commercial developments.

Now only about 40 acres of the city continue to be farmed.

The city’s population soared during the 1980s, making Vadnais Heights the fifth fastest-growing community in Minnesota during that decade. The city reached approximately 13,500 people, but by the 2010 Census the population had declined to about 12,400. By following its Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinances, Vadnais

Heights expects to emphasize an “open” type of environment with a balance of scenic lakes, wetlands and development. The rustic lakes and wetlands invite people to Vadnais Heights to enjoy hiking and biking through natural habitat. Wetland areas make for good living while providing a very open feel with a rural character.

Vadnais Heights offers numerous well-maintained city parks and a growing network of trails, as well as the recreational areas of Sucker / Vadnais Lakes Regional Park.

While its natural setting is appealing, the availability of services and easy freeway access to the entire metro area and northern Minnesota makes Vadnais Heights a great place to live, work and play. The major roadways serving the city are I-35E, I-694, U.S. Highway 61, and County Highways 96 and 49. Vadnais Heights offers a complete array of municipal services including utilities, police (through a contract with the Ramsey County Sheriff’s

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Vadnais Heights

Many students from the area attend Mounds View High School.

Department), fire, EMT and rescue, Allina Paramedics and parks and recreation.

Vadnais Heights is part of two highly rated school districts — White Bear Lake District 624 and Mounds View District 621.

In addition, AFSA Public Charter High School is located in the city.

Century College, the largest community college in Minnesota, is located about three miles away in White Bear Lake. Health East/St. John’s Hospital is just two miles away in Maplewood. A city in balance, Vadnais Heights provides its citizens equal parts of prosperity, serenity and comfort. The city attempts to provide its citizens and businesses quality service at efficient, reasonable costs. Its city property tax rate is one of the lowest in the metro area and a fire insurance rating of class 3 indicates the city’s quality service delivery at a reasonable cost. Vadnais Heights’ commercial tax base is solid. Its business sector includes RTI/Intricon, Reell Precision Manufacturing, IC System, MGC Diagnostics Corporation, Dynamic Air, Innovize and the corporate headquarters for H.B. Fuller and SEH. Recent medical additions include Summit Orthopedic and

the Allina Medical Clinic.

The city has a growing retail-service sector composed of shops, restaurants and other amenities along with national companies such as Target, Wal-Mart and several auto dealerships. With the Fairfield Inn joining the Country Inn and Suites and Holiday Inn, along with the many restaurants in the area - Vadnais Heights is becoming a great place to “eat, meet and sleep”. The city also has a wide range of housing, including executive housing, starter homes, attached residences, and senior living. Vadnais Heights Commons offers a state-of-the-art facility for gatherings of 15 to more than 400, including wedding receptions and ceremonies, corporate banquets and seminars, fundraisers and graduation open houses. Features include reasonable rates; flexible scheduling; a variety of room selections; audio-visual equipment and Internet access; professionally catered cuisine service for food and alcohol; design staging services; expert staff; and ample complimentary parking and convenient building access. Schedule an event by calling 651-204-6000 or visit vadnaisheightscommons.com for

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more information.

Special Events One of the city’s largest festivals is its annual Heritage Days Celebration. Events have included a medallion hunt, a senior picnic, a Lions Club pig roast, old-fashioned games, bingo, car show, food and merchandise vendors, fireworks, live bands, a Grand Parade, movie in the park, booya, softball tournaments and more.

Most events take place at Community Park and Vadnais Heights Commons. The four-day celebration ends on the third Sunday in August. Visit cityvadnaisheights. com/459/heritage-days for more information or for updates and event registration forms. Other special events sponsored by the city include an annual Egg Hunt, Ice Cream Social, Halloween Party, PJ’s with Santa, and music and movie events in local parks.

City Government & Resources City Hall:

800 E. County Rd. E, Vadnais

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Vadnais Heights Heights. 651-204-6000 or cityvadnaisheights.com.

Office hours are: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The City Council meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Meetings are open to the public and begin at 7 p.m. at City Hall. Agenda packets are available online.

City Council Mayor:

Mike Krachmer, 651-645-4138 or mike.krachmer@cityvadnaisheights.com

Council member:

Erik Goebel, 262-902-3614 or erik.goebel@cityvadnaisheights. com

Council member:

Steve Rogers, 651-323-4312 or steve.rogers@cityvadnaisheights. com

Council member:

ment Director:

Commerce:

Finance Director:

Executive Director:

Nolan Wall, 651-204-6027 or nolan.wall@cityvadnaisheights. com Bob Sundberg, 651-204-6020 or bob.sundberg@cityvadnaisheights.com

Public Works Director/City Engineer:

Jesse Farrell, 651-204-6050 or jesse.farrell@cityvadnaisheights. com

Recreation Supervisor:

Katie Everett, 651-204-6060 or katie.everett@cityvadnaisheights. com

Building Official:

Phillip Marvets, 651-204-6025 or phil.marvets@cityvadnaisheights.com

Police Non-emergencies:

Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office: 651-767-0640 (dispatch); 651-266-9333(administration) or co.ramsey.mn.us/sheriff

Council member:

Vadnais Heights Fire Dept.:

City Staff City Administrator:

Kevin Watson, 651-204-6010 or kevin.watson@cityvadnaisheights. com

Assistant City Administrator:

Non-emergencies or administration: 651-204-6030 or cityvadnaisheights.com

Chief:

Chris Hearden, 651-204-6043 or christopher.hearden@cityvadnaisheights.com

Vadnais Heights Economic Development Corporation (VHEDC): 800 E. County Rd. E. 651-4013211 or vhedc.com

Kaylin Clement, 651-204-6013 or kaylin.clement@cityvadnaisheights.com

Executive Director:

Planning/Community Develop-

White Bear Area Chamber of

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Shari Wilson

Libraries Ramsey County Library-Shoreview: 4560 N. Victoria St. 651-7246006 or rclreads.org.

Ramsey County Library-White Bear Lake:

2150 2 nd St. 651-724-6007 or rclreads.org.

Post Office Vadnais Heights Post Office:

1056 E. Hwy. 96, Vadnais Heights. 651-407-9864 or 800275-8777 (ASK USPS)

Kelly Jozwowski, 651-323-3962 or kelly.jozwowski@cityvadnaisheights.com Katherine Doll Kanne, 320905-3606 or katherine.dollkane@ cityvadnaisheights.com

4751 Hwy 61 N., White Bear Lake. 651-429-8593 or whitebearchamber.com

Liz Moscatelli

Composting & Recycling Vadnais Heights is divided into two zones for trash service and recycling services. They are Republic Services, 320-2529608 and Waste Management, 952-890-1100. Trash is picked up on Wednesdays; recycling is picked up every other Wednesday. A community cleanup day is held the fourth Saturday in April. Compost and yard waste materials such as grass clippings and leaves can be dropped off at different compost sites throughout Ramsey County, including 5900 Sherwood Rd., White Bear Township and 3530 Hudson Ave. in Arden Hills.

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Employers can post their full and part-time positions for free using the employer portal section of the Job Connect site.

Find your next employee for jobs in manufacturing, healthcare, tech, retail, finance and more.

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The VHEDC is a group of business leaders engaging with community stakeholders to enhance the economic vitality of our community.

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Government Federal Elected Officials Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D)

Washington Office: 425 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510 Phone: 202-224-3244; Fax: 202228-2186 Metro office: 1200 Washington Ave. S., Room 250, Minneapolis, 55415 Phone: 612-727-5220 or 888-2249043; Fax: 612-727-5223

Area residents are represented in Senate District 42 and House Districts 36A, 40A and 40B.

klobuchar.senate.gov

Sen. Tina Smith (D)

Washington Office: 720 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510 202-224-5641 Metro Office: 60 East Plato Blvd., Suite 220, St. Paul, 55107.

651-221-1016 smith.senate.gov

Rep. Betty McCollum (D)

U.S. House of Representatives 4th District

75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55155 651-201-3400, 800-657-3717 Fax: 651-797-1850 mn.gov/governor

Senate District 38

(White Bear Lake, White Bear Township, Dellwood) Redistricting Eff. January 2023

Roger Chamberlain (R)

Washington Office: 2426 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515

95 University Ave. W., Minnesota Senate Building, Room 3225, St. Paul, 55155

202-225-6631; Fax, 202-225-1968

651-296-1253, sen.roger.chamberlain@senate.mn

District Office: 661 LaSalle St., Suite 110, St. Paul, MN 55114 651-224-9191; Fax: 651-224-3056 mccollum.house.gov

Minnesota Elected Officials Gov. Tim Walz (DFL)

Office of the Governor, 130 State Capitol

Senate District 42 (Shoreview, Vadnais Heights)

Senator Jason Isaacson (DFL)

95 University Ave. W., Minnesota Senate Building, Room 2321, St. Paul, 55155 651-296-5537, sen.jason.isaacson@senate.mn

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House District 36A (North Oaks)

State Rep. Elliott Engen (R)

100 Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 365 State Office Building, St. Paul 55155 651-296-2365, rep.elliott.engen@ house.mn.gov

House District 40A (Shoreview)

State Rep. Kelly Moller (DFL)

100 Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 569 State Office Building, St. Paul 55155 651-296-0141, rep.kelly.moller@ house.mn.gov

House District 40B (Roseville/Shoreview)

Rep. Jamie Becker-Finn (DFL)

100 Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 559 State Office Building, St. Paul 55155 651-296-7153, rep.jamie.becker-finn@house.mn.gov

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Government State Departments

locally owned

General information: state.mn.us Agriculture: 651-201-6000 Attorney General: 651-296-3353 Commerce: 651-539-1600 Education: 651-582-8200 Employment and Economic Development: 651-259-7114

Metropolitan Council 390 N. Robert St. St Paul 651-602-1000 or public.info@metc.state. mn.us <public.info@metc.state.mn.us>; metrocouncil.org.

Overview:

The Met Council, established by the state legislature in 1967, coordinates planning and development within the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area.

The council’s planning and policy roles merged the functions of two agencies (the Metropolitan Transit Commission and the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission) into one.

The council works with local communities to operate the region’s largest bus system; collect and treat wastewater; engage communities and the public in planning for future growth; provide forecasts of the region’s population and household growth; provide affordable housing opportunities; provides planning, acquisitions and funding for a regional system of parks and trails; provides a framework for decisions and implementation for regional services including aviation, transportation, parks and open space, water quality and water management.

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for supporting us for 40 years!

Discover something new each time you shop!

441 Hwy. 96 • 651-313-6868 kowalskis.com 767537

Labor and Industry: 651-284-5005 Natural Resources: 651-296-6157 Individual income tax: 651-296-3781 Property tax: 651-296-4444 Unemployment: 651-296-3644 Veterans Affairs: 888-546-5838 Worker’s Compensation: 651-284-5005

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Government Governance:

The 17-member Met Council has 16 members who each represent a geographic district and one chairman, Charlie Zelle, who serves at-large. They all are appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the governor. The state Senate confirms council member appointments. Serving the Shoreview, Vadnais Heights and North Oaks areas are:

Dist. 10 (includes Shoreview and North Oaks) Peter Lindstrom peter.lindstrom@metc.state.mn.us

Dist. 11 (includes Vadnais Heights) Susan Vento

susan.vento@metc.state.mn.us

RamseyWashington Metro Watershed District 2665 Noel Dr. Little Canada 651-792-7950 or rwmwd.org.

Overview:

Formed in 1975, the district covers 56 square miles in Ramsey and Washington counties, including portions of Vadnais Heights and Shoreview. Its mission is to manage and protect the quality and quantity of water within district boundaries. Programs include construction site permit program, water quality monitoring, watershed education, habitat restoration, lake and wetland management, watershed planning and capital improvements to address water quality and flooding issues.

Governance:

A five-member board is appointed by the Ramsey County

and Washington County boards of commissioners. Regular board meetings are at the district office, 2665 Noel Drive in Little Canada, at 6:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month.

Tina Carstens, administrator 651-792-7960

Rice Creek Watershed District 4325 Pheasant Ridge Dr., Suite 611 Blaine, MN 55449 763-398-3070 or ricecreek.org

Overview:

Includes parts of Anoka, Washington, Hennepin and Ramsey counties, including a portion of Shoreview, for the purpose of preventing flooding and enhancing water quality in the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes. Controls all land that contributes runoff to the lakes and water areas.

Governance:

VLAWMO was established in 1983 to manage the Vadnais Lake area watershed, which includes parts of Vadnais Heights and all of North Oaks. Vadnais Lake is used as the final water storage reservoir for the drinking water supply system operated by the St. Paul Regional Water Service. Oversight includes protection of surface water quality, flood control and storm water management, wetland and groundwater protection.

A water-related reference library is maintained at the VLAWMO office.

Governance:

Six-member board of directors from each of the communities served, which pay a share of the annual operating budget. Service fees are charged to developers, and grants have been secured for several watershed projects.

The commission meets the third Friday of each month at 7:30 a.m. at Vadnais Heights City Hall. The board of directors meets quarterly.

The board consists of five members appointed by their respective county boards. The board meets at 9 a.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at Shoreview City Hall.

Phil Belaforti, administrator

Nick Tomczik, administrator

612-751-0124

763-398-3079 or ntomczik@ ricecreek.org

Vadnais Lake Area Water Management Organization 800 E. County Rd. E Vadnais Heights 651-204-6073 or vlawmo.org; office@vlawmo.org

Overview:

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651-204-6073

Patricia Youker, Vadnais Heights 612-790-7577

Tom Watson, North Oaks

Ramsey County Shoreview, North Oaks and Vadnais Heights lie within the 170 square-miles of Ramsey County. Although it is the smallest geographically of Minnesota’s counties, it is the most densely populated. Recent population figures show more than a half-million residents call the county home. The county is run by a seven-member board of commis-

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Government Among the parks department’s gems is Tamarack Nature Center, a 320-acre preserve with special programs and hiking trails in White Bear Township.

Recycling and Yard Waste: 651-

Ramsey County Manager

Snow Plow: 651-266-PLOW Tax Information: 651-266-2000 Veterans Services: 651-266-2545 Vital Records: 651-266-1333 Voter Registration: 651-266-2171;

Ryan T. O’Connor

15 W. Kellogg Blvd., Room 250 St. Paul, MN 55102 General Information: 651-2668000 Website: ramseycounty.us

Ramsey County Board of Commissioners

651-266-8362 or nicole.frethem@ ramseycounty.us

sioners that determines county policy and decides how money should be spent. The board meets the first four Tuesdays of each month at 9 a.m. in the Council Chambers, Third Floor, Ramsey County Courthouse, 15 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul. A professional county manager, hired by the board of commissioners, oversees the daily operation of the county.

The county employs more than 3,600 workers in programs that serve its residents. More than 75 percent of the county’s services are required by either the state or federal government.

Ramsey County operates 24 departments in five major areas — human services, public safety and justice, parks and public works, public health and central administration.

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Senior Services: 651-266-4444 Sheriff (administration): 651266-9333

see polling locations at sos.state. mn.us

Driver’s license

District 1: Nicole Joy Frethem

The Vadnais Lake Area Water Management Organization promotes rain gardens and pollinator friendly plantings.

633-3279

Arden Hills, Gem Lake, North Oaks, Shoreview, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Township and parts of Mounds View, Spring Lake Park, and Blaine

State I.D. Cards and vehicle registration dps.mn.gov

License centers:

White Bear Lake License Bureau, 4701 Hwy. 61, White Bear Lake.

651-429-8525 Circle Pines: 9201 Lexington Ave. N, Circle Pines. 763-784-5780

Departments and Services

General Information: 651-266-

8500 or ramseycounty.us Adoption: 651-266-5437 Assessor: 651-266-2131 Attorney: 651-266-3222 Court Administration: 651-2668266 Elections: 651-266-2171 Human Resources: 651-266-2700 Human Services: 651-266-4444 Immunizations: 651-266-1234 Jury Information: 651-266-8200 Land Management/Zoning: 651266-9008 Parks and Recreation: 651-2660300 Public Health: 651-266-2400 Public Works: 651-266-7100

Maplewood: 1830 County Rd. B, Maplewood. 651-249-2000 Roseville: 2737 Lexington Avenue N., Roseville. 651-792-7010

Passports

Elections Office, 90 W. Plato Blvd., Suite 160, St. Paul, MN 55107. 651266-2171; travel.state.gov.

White Bear Lake Passport Acceptance Facility: (Closed until further notice) 1-877-487-2778,photos, applications, and renewals.

Veterans’ forms

90 W Plato Blvd., Suite 210, St. Paul, MN 55107. 651-266-2545

Registering firearms

Law Enforcement Center, 425 Grove St., St. Paul, MN 55101. 651266-9670

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Arts, Culture & Recreation Looking for something fun to do?

The northeast metro area offers plenty of opportunities, all within an hour’s drive.

Art Centers White Bear Center for the Arts:

4971 Long Avenue, White Bear Lake. 651-407-0597 or whitebeararts.org

Gallery 96 Arts Center:

651-484-8710 or gallery96.org.

Work on display at the Shoreview Community Center, 4580 N. Victoria St., Shoreview

Art Markets (seasonal)

Marketfest:

Downtown White Bear Lake.

Thursdays, June - July. Marketfestwbl.com

Summer Tuesdays:

Lowell Park, Downtown Stillwater.

Tuesdays, July-Aug. summertuesdays.com.

Swimming Beaches

Area Arts Centers offer high quality classes and exhibitions.

200 ft. unguarded swimming beach, playground

Vadnais-Snail Lake Regional Park:

4191 Snail Lake Blvd., Shoreview.

Swimming, volleyball, playground, concession stand, more than five miles of paved trails.

White Bear County Park/Ramsey County Beach: 5050 Lake Avenue, White Bear Lake. Beach, play area, picnic tables, boat launch.

(see parks for descriptions of other local beaches)

Boat/Kayak/Paddle Board rentals

Bellaire Beach:

Admiral D’s:

2499 South Shore Boulevard, White Bear Township

Rice Creek Chain Of Lakes:

7373 Main St., Lino Lakes. Swimming beach, playground, trails

Memorial Beach:

5000 Lakeview Ave, White Bear lake Swimming beach, playground

Turtle Lake County Park:

4979 Hodgson Road, Shoreview.

Pontoon and kayak rentals on White Bear Lake. admiraldswbl. com. 651-426-3444

Centermart Twin Lakes Outdoor Stop:

1801 Main St., Centerville. Pontoon and kayak rentals; fishing supplies; ski and wakeboard lessons.

651-426-3460.

com. Canoe rental and shuttle service available with 4 different location options.

Eric’s Canoe Rental:

Eric’s Shuttle Lot, 1155 Chisago St., Taylors Falls MN. 651-2701561 or ericscanoerental.com.

Canoe rental and shuttle service available with 4 different location options.

Pontoons on Bald Eagle:

4444 129th St., White Bear Lake.

Rents pontoons. 763-248-8922 or pontoonsonbaldeagle.com.com.

Boat, kayak and paddleboard rentals

Tally’s Dockside:

4440 Lake Avenue S., White Bear Lake. Rents canoes, motorboats, pontoons and pedal kayaks and paddle boards on White Bear Lake. 651-429-2633 or cghooks. com.

Wahoo Adventures:

Kayaking tours and lessons. 651280-7299 or mywahooadventures. com

651-270-1561 or ericscanoerental.

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But what makes it so good? Owner Doug McCulloch believes it’s the quality service you can only find at a local joint.

After five years of business, the Winkin’ Rooster is known for its local fare including soups, sandwiches, wraps and salads.

The most popular menu item is the Cubano, made with pork supplied by a local family, creamy Swiss, housemade aioli, ham, and dill pickle, all served on a fluffy white roll.

Another favorite is the Tuscan soup made with Italian sausage, potatoes, fresh peppers, delicious herbs, and cream.

The recipe took three years to perfect, but it has been worth it now that it’s a customer favorite. The soup is so beloved that it helped the Winkin’ Rooster win “Best Of” in last

year’s Taste of Shoreview.

McCulloch likes to support other local businesses at his shop, sourcing their barbecue sauce from Riff’s Smokehouse and offering drinks from Northern Soda.

“I have this desire to work with other small businesses, and they make for great partners,” McCulloch adds.

Not only can customers count on getting a wholesome, locally sourced meal, but they’ll also get friendly service from the team at the Winkin’ Rooster.

“I have to say, all of this wouldn’t be possible without my team,” McCulloch said.

In an industry with significant turnaround, the Winkin’ Rooster is proud to have so many faithful team members who continue to be a friendly face to those who visit the shop.

“Our team is like family, and we have a great relationship with our

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Arts, Culture & Recreation Wargo Nature Center:

7701 Main St., Lino Lakes. Canoe and kayak rentals. 763-324-3350 Your Boat Club: Locations on White Bear Lake (4424 Lake Ave S.), Forest Lake (97 NE 1st St.), and the St. Croix River. Offers boating memberships at 10 locations throughout Minnesota. 612-208-1800 or yourboatclub.net

Boat Cruises The Admiral: Public cruises on White Bear Lake, admiraldswbl.com. 651-4263444.

Bowling Bowlero:

11351 Ulysses St. NE, Blaine.

Blacklight bowling, arcade, play area, laser tag. 763-561-2230 or bowlero.com

Flaherty’s Arden Bowl:

1273 W. County Road E, Arden Hills. 651-633-1777.

PINZ:

7520 32nd Street N., Oakdale.

651-770-8000 or pinz.com.

Breweries & Distilleries Forge and Foundry Distillery:

223 Main Street N., Stillwater.

651-342-2242 or forgeandfoundrydistillery.com.

Farmers Markets (seasonal)

Shoreview:

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Golfers have a choice of several courses and driving ranges in the area.

Tuesdays, Shoreview Community Center, lower-level parking lot and pavilion, 4580 N. Victoria St. shoreviewmn.gov

White Bear Lake:

Fridays, Clark Street, between 2nd and 3rd Streets. 651-747-3650 or whitebearlake.org.

Farms & Gardens Pine Tree Apple Orchard:

Keller Golf Course:

2168 Maplewood Drive, Maplewood. 651-766-4170. ramseycountygolf.com

Island Lake Golf & Training Center: 1000 Red Fox Road, Shoreview.

651-787-0383. islandlakegolf.com

Manitou Ridge Golf Club:

3200 N. McKnight Road, White Bear Lake. 651-777-2987. manitouridge.com

450 Apple Orchard Road in White Bear Lake. Pick your own strawberries, apples. 651-429-7202 or pinetreeappleorchard.com.

Oneka Ridge Golf Course:

Waldoch Farm:

1599 McKusick Road, Stillwater.

651-439-6981. oakglengolf.com.

Also offers Foot Golf.

8174 Lake Drive, Circle Pines. Pick your own produce. 651-780-1207.

5610 120th St. N., Hugo. 651-4292390. onekaridgegc.com

Oak Glen Golf Club:

Shadow Ridge Driving Range:

Golf Courses

1297 Ash St., Lino Lakes. 651-4817003.

Public:

Chomonix Golf Course:

Tanners Brook Golf Club:

700 Aqua Lane, Lino Lakes. 763324-3434. chomonix.com

5810 190th St. N., Forest Lake.

651-464-2300.

Gem Lake Hills Golf Course:

Victory Links:

4039 Scheuneman Road, Gem Lake. 651-429-8715. gemlakehillsgolf.com. Also offers Foot Golf.

National Sports Center, 2010 105th Ave NE, Blaine. 763-7173240, victorylinks.nscsports.org

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Arts, Culture & Recreation Ranges:

Hardwood Creek Farm:

1815 VanDyke St., Maplewood.

651-777-0500. Indoor range.

Rocking S Horse Company:

Midwest Golf Dome:

Island Lake Golf & Training Center: 1000 Red Fox Road, Shoreview.

651-787-0383 or islandlakegolf. com.

Shadow Ridge Driving Range:

1297 Ash St., Lino Lakes. 651-4817003.

Victory Links:

National Sports Center, 1700 105th Ave NE, Blaine. 763-7173240, victorylinks.nscsports.org

Historical Societies Hill Farm Historical Society:

35 Hill Farm Circle, North Oaks.

651-486-7091

Ramsey County Historical Society:

75 W. Fifth St., Room 323, St. Paul.

651-222-0701 or rchs.com.

2306 E. 80th St., Hugo. 612-7086937 1288 Main St., Lino Lakes. 651247-1380 or rockingshorsecompany.com

Woodloch Stable:

5676 170th St. N., Hugo, 651-4291303 or woodlochstable.com.

Hunting Clubs/ Shooting Ranges Wild Wings of Oneka:

14814 Irish Ave, Hugo. Private hunt club offers sporting clays and hunting options. 651-439-4287 or wildwingsofoneka.com

Bald Eagle Sportsman’s Association: 6557 N 125th St., Hugo. Rifle, pistol and shotgun practice areas.

651-429-9874 or besamn.com.

Ice Skating

Shoreview Historical Society:

Shoreview City Hall, 4600 Victoria St. N., Shoreview (mailing). 651303-4667 shoreviewhistoricalsociety.org

Hippodrome Ice Arena:

White Bear Lake Area Historical Society:

Schwann Super Rink:

2228 4th Street, WBL in the WBL Armory. 651-407-5327 or. 651407-5327 or whitebearhistory.org.

4855 Bloom Avenue, White Bear Lake. 651-653-2126 or whitebear. k12.mn.us.

1700 105th Avenue, Blaine.

763-785-5600 or nscsports.org.

Includes cafe and pro shop.

Shoreview Arena:

White Bear Lake Sports Center:

1328 East Highway 96, White Bear Lake. 651-429-8571 or whitebearlake.org.

Indoor Playgrounds Inneractive:

2240 Woodale Drive, Mounds View MN 55112. 612-567-1004 or inneractiveplayground.com

Skyzone:

595 Hale Avenue N., Oakdale.

651-319-9776 or skyzone.com/stpaul. Indoor trampoline park.

Shoreview Community Center:

4600 N. Victoria, Shoreview. Also Tropics Indoor Water Park. 651490-4700 or shoreviewcommunitycenter.com

Zero Gravity:

2292 Woodale Drive, Mounds View. 763-231-3033 or zerogravitymn.com. Trampoline Park and Laser Tag.

Movie Theaters Alamo Drafthouse:

9060 Hudson Rd., Woodbury.

Full dinner menu, craft beers and other beverages. 651-346-0370 or drafthouse.com

AMC Classic Mounds View 15:

2430 Highway 10, Mounds View.

651-448-2857 or amctheatres. com

Horse & Pony Rides

877 W. Highway 96, Shoreview.

651-766-4000.

Bunker Park Stable:

TCO Sports Garden:

550 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW, Andover. 761-757-9445 or bunkerparkstablemn.com.

1490 E. County Road E., Vadnais Heights. 651-481-1000 or ramseycounty.us

1180 County Road J, White Bear Township. 651-653-3243 or emagine-entertainment.com. Luxury seating and bar service.

Exclusive Equine Center:

White Bear Ice Arena:

Marcus Oakdale Cinema:

9610 140th St., N., Hugo. 651-7751489 or exclusiveequinecenter.net

2160 Orchard Ln., White Bear Lake. 651-748-2515.

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Emagine White Bear:

5677 Hadley Ave. N., Oakdale.

651-770-4992 or marcustheatres. com

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Arts, Culture & Recreation Music

5300 Portland Ave. and 2675 First St., White Bear Township

Lakes Area Chorus:

McCullough Park:

Open to female singers of all ages who perform throughout the area. lakecountrychorus.org

915 County Road I, Shoreview

Mead Park:

5130 Dillon St., White Bear Township

Shoreview Northern Lights Variety Band:

Shamrock Park:

Community band rehearses every Tuesday, 7-9 p.m. snlvb.com 651470-5625

5623 Snelling Ave., Shoreview

Shoreview Commons Park:

4580 N. Victoria St., Shoreview.

Also pickleball.

Wildwood Artist Series:

Diverse and family-friendly performing arts events at the Chautauqua Fine Arts Center, 8000 75th St. N., Mahtomedi. wildwoodartistseries.com. 651269-9888.

Racquetball/ Handball/Pickleball Shoreview Commons Park:

4580 Victoria St. N., Shoreview.

Pickleball. 651-490-4700 or shoreviewcommunitycenter.com.

White Bear Lake Sports Center:

1328 East Highway 96, White Bear Lake. 651-429-8571. Racquetball, handball and wallyball. Drop-ins $5.50 to $8.50 an hour. 651-4298571.

Roller Skating Saints North:

Inline & Roller Skating Center, 1818 Gervais Court, Maplewood.

651-770-3848 . Also mini golf and laser tag.

Skate Parks SweetRoll Skate Park:

north side of Shoreview Community Center, 4580 N. Victoria St.,

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Sitzer Park:

4344 Hodgson Road, Shoreview

Wilson Park: Tropics Indoor Water Park in Shoreview.

Shoreview. Tier-one skate facility.

Includes a wedge, spine, fun box, quarter pipe, grind rails and mini ramp.

Tennis & Pickleball

815 County Road F, Shoreview

Westfield Park:

520 Westfield Lane, Vadnais Heights

Theatre (Live)

Children’s Performing Arts:

Bear Park:

Berwood Park:

780 Berwood Ave., Vadnais Heights. Also pickleball.

Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake.

651-336-8613 or www.childrensperformingartsmn.org. Theatre education for children.

Bobby Theisen Park:

Lakeshore Players Theatre:

475 Bear Ave. S., Vadnais Heights

3575 Vivian St., Shoreview. Also pickleball.

Bridgewood Park:

4224-1/2 Bridgewood Terrace, Vadnais Heights. Also pickleball.

Community Park:

641 E. County Road F, Vadnais Heights

Kohler Meadows Park:

365 County Road F, Vadnais Heights

Longville Park:

Hanifl Performing Arts Center, 4941 Long Ave., White Bear Lake.

651-426-3275 or www.lakeshoreplayers.com. Community theatre offers performing arts productions and classes.

Water Parks Tropics Indoor Water Park:

Shoreview Community Center, 4580 N. Victoria, Shoreview. 651490-4700 or shoreviewcommunitycenter.com.

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Education Public Schools Mounds View Public Schools District Center

4570 Victoria St. N. Shoreview, MN, 55126. 651-621-6000 moundsviewschools.org

Overview:

a seven-member School Board which meets at the District Center, 4570 Victoria St. N., Shoreview. Meetings are generally held the second Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m., and occasionally the fourth Tuesday. Dates and times of meetings are posted on the district website. School district elections are held every two years.

Board members Jonathan Weinhagen, chair:

651-621-6083 or Jonathan.Weinhagen@moundsviewschools.org

Mounds View Public Schools (District 621) consistently ranks among the highest-performing districts in the state. Student test scores routinely rank in the top 10 of metro districts and national high school rankings, as reported

by Newsweek and U.S. News & World Report, consistently put District schools among the top schools in the country.

Diane Glasheen, vice-chair:

Mounds View Public Schools provides instructional services for children and adult learners who live in the cities of Arden Hills, Mounds View, New Brighton, North Oaks, Roseville, Shoreview and Vadnais Heights. With two kindergarten centers, six elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one alternative school and an Area Learning Center, the District enrolls new students in many different grade levels each year, including hundreds of non-resident students from surrounding communities.

651-621-6085 or Heidi.Danielson@moundsviewschools.org

Mounds View is among the largest districts in Minnesota, serving more than 11,000 students and employing more than 1,400 staff.

Governance: Mounds View School District 621 is governed by

651-621-6081 or Diane.Glasheen@moundsviewschools.org

Sandra Westerman, clerk:

651-621-6087 or Sandra.Westerman@moundsviewschools.org

Shauna Bock, treasurer:

651-621-6082 or Shauna.Bock@ moundsviewschools.org

Heidi Danielson: Jim DeMay:

651-621-6084 or Jim.Demay@ moundsviewschools.org

Yolanda Magee:

651-621-6086 or Yolanda.Magee@moundsviewschools.org

Administration:

651-621-6300

Island Lake Elementary

3555 N. Victoria St., Shoreview or 651-621-7000

Pinewood Elementary

5500 Quincy St., Mounds View or 651-621-7500

Sunnyside Elementary

2070 County Rd. H, New Brighton or 651-621-7600

Turtle Lake Elementary

1141 Lepak Court, Shoreview or 651-621-7700

Valentine Hills Elementary

1770 W. Co. Rd. E2, Arden Hills or 651-621-7800

Chippewa Middle School

5000 Hodgson Rd., North Oaks or 651-621-6400

Edgewood Middle School

5100 Edgewood Dr., Mounds View or 651-621-6600

Highview Middle School

2300 7th St. NW, New Brighton or 651-621-6600

Irondale High School

2425 Long Lake Rd., New Brighton or 651-621-6800

Mounds View High School

1900 Lake Valentine Rd., Arden Hills or 651-621-7100

Chris Lennox, superintendent, 651-621-6001 or Christopher.lennox@moundsviewschools.org.

Area Learning Center

Registration:

REACH Academy

To enroll, resident families may call the Student Enrollment Office at 651-621-6013.

Special Education grades 6-12+ 3490 Lexington Ave. N., Shoreview or 651-621-7900

Schools Bel Air Elementary

Other Resources Kindergarten Centers at

2574 Mounds View Blvd, Mounds View, MN 55112 or 651-621-6200

1800 NW 5th St., New Brighton or

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Education Snail Lake Education Center

national-level accomplishments.

The district’s exceptional youth development program has gained both state and national attention for its focus on student leadership and community service. A comprehensive special education department offers a continuum of specialized instruction for students with special needs.

350 Hwy. 96 W., Shoreview or 651-621-8000

Kindergarten Centers at Pike Lake Education Center

2101 14th St. NW, New Brighton or 651-621-7400

Early Childhood Program

651-621-8077 or ecfe@moundsviewschools.org

Community Education

651-621-6020 or moundsviewschools.org/communityeducation

Mounds View Schools Education Foundation

651-621-6095 or moundsviewschoolsef.org The mission of the Mounds View Schools Education Foundation is to engage the community to invest in excellence in education in the Mounds View Public Schools.

White Bear Lake Area Schools Independent School District 624 District Center

4855 Bloom Ave. White Bear Lake, MN 55110. 651-407-7500 isd624.org

Overview:

The mission of the White Bear Lake Area School District, is to ensure each student realizes their unique talents and abilities, and makes meaningful contributions with local and global impact through a vital system distinguished by: students who design and create their own future; diversity of people and ideas; safe, nurturing and inspiring environments; exceptional staff and fami-

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A bear paw is a symbol of the White Bear Lake Area School District.

lies committed to student success; and abundant and engaged community partners.

The White Bear Lake Area School District serves all or parts of Birchwood, Gem Lake, Hugo, Lino Lakes, Little Canada, Maplewood, North Oaks, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake and White Bear Township. The District has nine elementary schools (K-5), two middle schools (6-8), a two-campus high school (9-12), and an Area Learning Center. Other programs include locations for early childhood (birth-5), transition plus (special education 18-21), community services and senior programs.

The school district, with a total population of more than 60,000 residents, services nearly 9,000 students in programs ranging from Early Childhood offerings to high school graduation to adult education and senior programs.

Students at all levels achieve outstanding results. For additional information, see the District’s Annual Report at www.isd624.org/ about/annual-report.

The district offers extensive extra-curricular activities, and hundreds of students are recognized each year for state- and

White Bear Lake Area Schools has received Excellence in Financial Reporting awards from both the Association of School Business Officials and the Government Finance Officers Association for 19 consecutive years. These are the highest forms of recognition in this area. The district has a AA bond rating, which we have received from Standard and Poor’s every year the district has applied since 2010.

The community passed a local operating levy renewal in 2017 and a bond referendum in 2019.

The bond funding will be used to address projected enrollment growth throughout the district; provide safe, secure and healthy learning environments for all students through investments in our aging facilities and infrastructure; increase opportunities for students by creating a single unified grades 9-12 high school; and create flexibly-designed learning spaces to support student-centered instruction.

Governance:

White Bear Lake Area Schools (Independent District 624) is governed by a seven-member Board of Education that meets the second and fourth Mondays of the month during the school year.

Business meetings are held in District Center, Community Room (Room 112) at 7 p.m.; Work-study meetings begin at 5:30 p.m.

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Education Board members: Scott Arcand:

Scott.Arcand@isd624.org

15198 Forest Blvd., Hugo or 651242-5500

Oneka Elementary

or 651-407-7500

Early Childhood Program Normandy Park Education Center

Deborah Sharpee Beloyed: Deb.Beloyed@isd624.org

4888 Heritage Parkway N., Hugo or 651-288-1800

Kathleen Daniels:

Otter Lake Elementary

Kathleen.Daniels@isd624.org

1401 County Rd. H2,

Jessica Ellison:

White Bear Township

Jessica.Ellison@isd624.org

651-653-2831

Margaret Newmaster:

Vadnais Heights Elementary

Senior Program Normandy Park Education Center

Willow Lane Elementary

Transition Education Center

Margaret.Newmaster@isd624.org

Christina Streiff Oji:

chris.streiff-oji@isd624.org

Angela Thompson:

Angela.Thompson@isd624.org

Administration:

Dr. Wayne Kazmierczak, superintendent, 651-407-7563 or wayne. kazmierczak@isd624.org

Registration:

The White Bear Lake Area School District has a Centralized Enrollment Center at the District Center Office, allowing parents to enroll their students in one centralized location. Phone: 651-407-7500.

Elementary Schools (K-5) Birch Lake Elementary

1616 Birch Lake Ave., White Bear Lake or 651-653-2776

Lakeaires Elementary

3645 Centerville Rd., Vadnais Heights or 651-653-2858 3375 Willow Ave., White Bear Lake or 651-773-6170

Middle Schools (6-8) Central Middle School

4857 Bloom Ave., White Bear Lake 651-653-2888

Sunrise Park Middle School

2399 Cedar Ave., White Bear Lake 651-653-2700

High School Campuses (9-12) White Bear Lake Area High School North Campus (9-10) 5040 Bald Eagle Ave., White Bear Lake or 651-653-2920

White Bear Lake Area High School South Campus (11-12)

3963 Van Dyke St., White Bear Lake or 651-653-2809

3551 McKnight Rd., White Bear Lake or 651-773-6200

Lincoln Elementary

White Bear Lake Area Learning Center (9-12)

1961 Sixth St., White Bear Lake or 651-653-2820

Matoska International IB World School

2530 Spruce Place, White Bear Township or 651-653-2847

North Star Elementary School

2449 Orchard Lane, White Bear Lake or 651-773-6400

Other Resources Community Services & Recreation

4855 Bloom Ave, White Bear Lake

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2482 E. County Rd. F , White Bear Lake or 651-653-3100

Hugo Elementary School

14895 Francesco Ave. N., Hugo or 651-653-2798

2484 East County Road F, White Bear Lake or 651-653-3121 13497 Fenway Blvd. Circle N., Hugo or 651-773-6051

White Bear Lake Area Educational Foundation

4855 Bloom Ave., White Bear Lake or 651-407-7696 or wblaef. org Founded in 1993, the foundation was created to provide a vehicle through which community members could contribute to the educational opportunities for students in District 624.

Private & Charter Schools Academy for Sciences and Agriculture High School (grades 8-12)

100 Vadnais Blvd, Vadnais Heights or 651-209-3910

AFSA Elementary School (grades K-7) 2925 Country Drive.

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Education 651-260-2662 or afsahighschool. com

Overview:

AFSA is a public charter school for students grades K-12 that draws from across the northern Twin Cities metro area. AFSA provides agricultural literacy education to include career opportunities in Engineering, Animal Science, Plant Science, Environmental Science and Food Science. The school is tuition-free and offers small class sizes.

Oak Hill Montessori

St. Odilia School

3495 N. Victoria St., Shoreview

Overview:

651-484-3364, stodiliaschool.org

Public charter school offering Montessori education to children 16 months through 8th grade; tuition-free for students in K-8.

Accredited by the Association Montessori Internationale, the state of Minnesota and ISD-621 Mounds View Public Schools.

Overview:

School operated by the Catholic Community of St. Odilia for students ages preschool through 8th grade. The school’s mission is to educate the whole child spiritually, academically, emotionally and physically to develop a clear Catholic identity.

Governance:

Governance:

Elected school board

Governed by board members comprised of teachers, parents and community members

Administration:

Administration:

Becky Meyer, Executive Director, 651-209-3915 or bmeyer@afsahighschool.com

Office, 651-484-8242

4665 Hodgson Rd., Shoreview or 651-484-8242 or ohmcs.org

Governance:

Overseen by a council of nine parish members who also are parents of St. Odilia students, the principal, and two faculty members.

Erin Doan, Executive Director: erind@ohmcs.org

Registration:

Registration:

Call the office at 651-484-3310.

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Parks & Nature courts, play field, boat launch, fishing pier, picnic tables, pavilion and shelter, three miles of paved trails.

Contact: 651-266-0300 or co.ramsey.mn.us Location: 1500 Old Hwy. 8, New Brighton

Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve Turtle Lake County Park features a swimming beach.

County & Regional Parks There are 36 lakes in Ramsey County and 5,000 acres of parks, open space and recreation areas.

The Vadnais Heights/Shoreview area has several regional and interconnecting trails that make the area a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.

For more information e-mail: parks@co.ramsey.mn.us

Bald Eagle-Otter Lakes Regional Park

Description: 885 acres including Bald Eagle Lake, Otter Lake and Tamarack Nature Center. Hiking, snowshoeing and cross country skiing (rentals available), boating, picnicking (one shelter), off-leash dog area and activities at Tamarack Nature Center.

Contact: 651-266-0300 or co.ramsey.mn.us Location: 5750 Otter Lake Road White Bear Township

41-acre golf course and teaching center on the northwest side of the lake and a 30-acre natural area on the southwest side of the lake. P icnic area, shelters, ballfield, two sand volleyball courts, boat launch, fishing pier and trails, playground, shoreline fishing.

Contact: 651-266-0300 or co.ramsey.mn.us Location: 3611 N. Victoria St., Shoreview

Lake Owasso County Park

Description: 430-acre park, primarily composed of wetlands.

Playground, unguarded swimming beach, boat launch, picnic tables, shelters. Small wooded “islands” intersperse the large wetland area. The eastern half of the park consists of agricultural fields, woods and evergreen plantations.

Hiking trails with wildlife observations areas have been proposed.

Contact: 651-266-0300 or co.ramsey.mn.us Location: 370 N. Owasso Blvd., Shoreview

Long Lake Regional Park Island Lake County Park

Description: 22-acre picnic area on the east side of the lake,

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Description: This 5,500-acre regional park contains some of the most significant wildlife habitat in the metropolitan area.

Includes Chomonix Golf Course, Wargo Nature Center, Rice Creek campground, Centennial Lake Beach; also picnic areas, boat launch, paved biking trails, hiking trails, canoe and boat launches, playgrounds, and cross country ski trails. Note: A fishing pier is located on Peltier Lake east of the entrance to Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park Reserve.

Contact: 763-324-3300 or anokacountyparks.com Location: 7373 Main St., Lino Lakes

Tony Schmidt Regional Park

Description: On 230-acre Lake Johanna, with wetlands surrounded by steep wooded hills. Hiking, biking, swimming beach (lifeguard services), gazebo, boat launch, fishing, picnicking (one pavilion and one shelter).

Contact: 651-266-0300 or co.ramsey.mn.us.

Location: 3500 Lake Johanna Blvd., Arden Hills

Turtle Lake County Park

Description: Guarded swimming beach with concessions and play structure, playgrounds, volleyball

Description: 11-acre park moderately to heavily wooded. The park is narrow and positioned between residential properties. Boat

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Contact: 651-266-0300 or co.ramsey.mn.us Location: 4979 Hodgson Rd., Shoreview

Vadnais-Snail Lake Regional Park

Description: 1,019 acres consisting of five lakes and wetlands surrounded by wooded hills and ridges. Swimming beach with lifeguard and concessions, fishing, bike and pedestrian trails, picnic areas, children’s play areas, boat access, sand volleyball, more than five miles of paved trails.

Contact: 651-266-0300 or co.ramsey.mn.us Location: 4191 Snail Lake Blvd., Shoreview

Vadnais Sucker Lake Regional Park

Description: Playground, shoreline fishing, picnic tables and shelters, biking and walking trails.

Contact: 651-266-0300 or co.ramsey.mn.us Location: 4500 Rice St., Vadnais Heights

White Bear Lake County Park

Description: 900 feet of shoreline on 2,400-acre White Bear Lake with boat launch, fishing, playground, picnic area.

Contact: 651-748-2500 or co.ramsey.mn.us.

Location: 5050 Lake Ave., White Bear Lake

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bus stop. 5880 Rice Creek Pkwy.

Shoreview

Shoreview has the perfect setting to provide year-round outdoor activities including picnics, biking, hiking and cross country skiing.

It is one of three communities in the state to be recognized as a “Bicycle Friendly Community.” For more information or to rent park shelters, call Shoreview Parks and Recreation at 651-490-4750 or log on to ci.shoreview.mn.us.

Bobby Theisen Park: Football/ soccer field, basketball court, hockey rink with warming house, walking paths, general skating rink, tennis courts and pickleball courts. 3575 Vivian St. Bucher Park: Ball fields, soccer fields, hardcourt/basketball area, hockey rink, walking paths, picnic area, playground equipment, picnic shelters, general skating with warming house, two tennis courts.

5900 Mackubin St. Lake Judy Park: Walking paths, picnic shelter, playground equipment with climbing wall, ½ basketball court. 900 Arbogast St. McCullough Park: Paths, picnic shelter, playground equipment with climbing rocks, park building/warming house, hockey rink, general skating, lacrosse/soccer field, hard court/basketball area, tennis courts and baseball fields.

955 County Rd. I. Ponds Park: Picnic table, bench swing, path and playground equipment. 190 Sherwood Rd. Rice Creek Fields: Picnic tables and shelter, four tournament quality fastpitch ballfields, batting cages and training area, paths, shelter, playground equipment, indoor restrooms, water fountain,

Shamrock Park: Picnic shelter, soccer fields, hard court/basketball area, hockey rink and general skating with warming house, walking paths, playground equipment, tennis courts and ball fields.

5623 Snelling Ave. Shoreview Commons Park: Soccer fields, hard court/basketball area, hockey rink and general skating with warming house, walking paths, playground equipment, Haffeman Pavilion, picnic shelter, grills, tennis courts, ball fields, two sand volleyball courts and Sweetroll Skate Park. Located at 4580 Victoria St. adjacent to the Shoreview Community Center.

Sitzer Park: Picnic shelter, hard court/basketball area, hockey rink and warming house, walking paths, playground equipment, baseball fields, general skating and tennis courts. Located at 4344 Hodgson Rd. at Snail Lake Rd. Wilson Park: Hard court/basketball area, hockey rink, park building and warming house, walking paths, playground equipment, general skating, tennis courts and baseball fields. Located at 815 County Rd. F, ½ mile east of Lexington Ave.

Vadnais Heights

Vadnais Heights boasts 100 acres of active parkland spread across 13 parks.

Berwood Park: Playground equipment, basketball hoop, ball fields, soccer/football fields, tennis and pickleball courts, trails and seasonal restroom facilities. 780 Berwood Ave. Bridgewood Park: Basketball hoop, picnic tables, playground

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Parks & Nature court, and trails. 365 County Rd. F. Lily Pond Park: Picnic tables, playground equipment, ball fields, seasonal restroom facilities and trails. 325 Lily Pond Lane.

• Wilson Park, 815 County Rd. F. in Shoreview

4485 Morningside Ave.

• Bucher Park, 5900 Mackubin St. in Shoreview

Vadnais School: Basketball hoop, playground equipment, ball fields and soccer/football fields and seasonal restroom facilities.

3645 Centerville Rd.

equipment, tennis and pickleball courts, seasonal restrooms facilities and trail connection.

Westfield Park: Basketball hoop, hockey rink and warming house, open skating, picnic tables, playground equipment, ball fields, soccer/football fields, tennis courts and bang board, and trails.

520 Westfield Lane.

Wolters Park: Picnic tables, playground equipment and trails. 1351 Willow Lake Blvd.

4224 ½ Bridgewood Terrace.

Community Park: Hockey rink with warming house, open skating, picnic tables, picnic shelter, playground equipment, ball fields, soccer/football fields and trails.

641 County Road F E. Elmwood Park: Picnic tables and playground equipment. 3892 Elmwood Ave. Greenhaven Park: Picnic tables and playground equipment. 4470 Greenhaven Dr.

• Bobby Theisen Park, 3575 Vivian Ave. in Shoreview

Morningside Park: Soccer field, picnic tables and wetland area.

Oak Creek Park: Picnic tables and playground equipment. 485 Oak Creek Dr.

Skate board enthusiasts have a park near the Shoreview Community Center.

The following ice rinks become off-leash parks in between skating seasons:

Dog Parks The following Ramsey County parks include off-leash dog parks which provide an opportunity for dogs to exercise and socialize.

Dogs must be under the effective control of their owners, keepers or guardians. Further information is available at 651-748-2500 or parks.co.ramsey.mn.us.

Heritage Park: Trails. 4345 Heritage Court.

• Rice Creek Regional Trail Corridor at 5959 Lexington Ave. in Shoreview features 13 fenced areas within a regional trail corridor.

Kohler Meadows Park: Picnic tables and shelter, play equipment, ball fields, soccer/football fields, basketball hoop, tennis

• Bald Eagle-Otter Lakes Regional Park, 5750 Otter Lake Rd. in White Bear Township features 10 fenced acres.

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Nature Centers Tamarack Nature Center: 5287 Otter Lake Rd., White Bear Township. 320-acre park preserve with picnic shelter, half-mile paved trail, more than four miles of woodchip paths, Discovery Hollow nature play area, indoor exhibit area with restrooms. Year-round programming including camps, classes for children and adults, and free nature presentations. Snowshoe and cross-country ski rentals. Call or visit website for current hours: 651-407-5350 or co.ramsey.mn.us/parks/tamarack.

Joseph E. Wargo Nature Center: 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes.

Trails, gardens and a visitors’ center with exhibits, restrooms and kayak rentals; summer camps and other youth activities, as well as senior programs and other special events. Home to native plant and animal life including muskrats, red foxes, grey and red squirrels, woodchucks, weasels, deer and birds. Part of Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park Reserve.

Rents canoes, kayaks, snowshoes and kicksleds.

Call or visit website for current hours: 763-324-3350 or anokacountyparks.com.

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Public Health Safety Law Enforcement Agencies Ramsey County

Sheriff’s Office Sheriff Bob Fletcher The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office serves the communities of Shoreview, North Oaks, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Township, Arden Hills, Gem Lake and Little Canada.

For emergencies: Dial 9-1-1 For non-emergencies: Patrol Division, 651-266-7300 or co.ramsey.mn.us/sheriff Dispatch: 651-767-0640 Community Support Services: 651-266-8500 Administration: 651-266-9333

Fire Departments A mutual aid agreement exists between about 20 fire departments.

Called the Capitol City Mutual Aid Association, in our area the pact includes Vadnais Heights, Lake Johanna, Little Canada, White Bear Lake and Maplewood. When one of those departments needs additional support, it calls on one or more of the other departments for assistance.

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Vadnais Heights Fire Department

Fire Chief: Chris Heardon, christopher. hearden@cityvadnaisheights.com For non-emergencies: Administration: 651-204-6030 or 651-767-0640 cityvadnaisheights.com

Animal Control If you wish to report a lost or found pet, animal complaints or wandering pets, call the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office non-emergency number at 651-767-0640.

Domestic animals received by Animal Control (in the contract cities) are brought to the Animal Humane Society (AHS), located at 9785 Hudson Road, Woodbury MN 55125. The phone number is 952-435-7738 or 952-HELP-PET. Phone hours are 9:00 am – 7:00 pm Monday-Friday, and 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday.

Social Services Greater Twin Cities United Way gtcuw.org or 612-340-7400 United Way First Call for Help 651-291-0211 or 211unitedway.org

Fire Chief: Tim Boehlke, tboehlke@ljfd.org

Dial 211 for free and confidential 24-hour referral service connecting to over 20,000 services including health, legal help, transportation, counseling, youth services, child care, food, housing.

The Lake Johanna Fire Department serves the communities of Shoreview, North Oaks and Arden Hills.

Northeast Youth & Family Services 3490 Lexington Ave. N., Shoreview or nyfs.org or 651-486-3808

For non-emergencies: Administration, 651-415-2100 or

Counseling and mental health services for people of all ages,

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abilities and backgrounds; Focus on youth ages 5-21.

White Bear Office 1280 N. Birch Lake Blvd., White Bear Lake or 651-429-8544

Food Shelves Ralph Reeder Food Shelf 2544 Mounds View Blvd., Mounds View Serving residents of the Mounds View School District. Client shopping by appointment; Call or see website for hours.

Contact: 651-621-6280 or ralphreederfoodshelf.org Vadnais Heights Lions Club Food Shelf 655 E. County Rd. F, Vadnais Heights Commons, Vadnais Heights Serves residents of Vadnais Heights. Proof of residency is required. Open third Saturday of each month from 9-10 a.m. 612245-9259 White Bear Area Emergency Food Shelf 1884 Whitaker Ave., White Bear Lake Serving residents within the White Bear Lake Area School District 624. Call to schedule a client-choice shopping appointment.

651-407-5310 or whitebearfoodshelf.org

Ramsey County Ramsey County Department of Public Health 651-266-2400 or ramseycounty.us Information about disease prevention, environmental hazards, injury prevention, promotion of health, disaster response and assuring quality and accessibility

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Public Health Safety of health services.

Ramsey County Social and Human Services Financial assistance, food and housing programs, child care, health programs. 651-266-4444 or ramseycounty.us

Emergency Social Services (5 p.m.-8:30 a.m.): 651-266-4500 Adult 24-hour Mental Health and Substance Abuse Crisis Line: 651-266-7900 Children’s Mental Health Crisis Line: 651-266-7878 Mental Health Center: 651-266-7900 Adult Protection / Vulnerable Adult Intake: 651-266-3613 Chemical Dependency: 651266-4009 Child Protection: 651-266-4500 Day Care Referral: 651-641-0332 Emergency Shelter: 651-2152262 Financial Assistance: 651-2664444 Sexual Offense Services: 651266-1000 Vital Records: 651-266-1333 Volunteer Services: 651-2664090

Workforce Solution

Employment Services: 651-2664750 Clinic 555: 651-266-1255 Provides health care for men and women of all ages, including immunizations and sexual and reproductive health services. Located at 555 Cedar St., St. Paul.

Seniors are serenaded during a luncheon.

Other Resource Numbers Catholic Charities: 651-2223001 Energy Assistance (Community Action Partnership): 651-6456445 Head Start, Mounds View: 651621-7473 Jewish Family Services: 651698-0767 Legal Assistance: 651-222-4731 Lutheran Social Services: 651642-5990 Red Cross Emergency Aid: 651871-7676 or 844-292-7677 Salvation Army Social Aid: 651224-6946

Senior Services Vadnais Heights Hi-Lites : 651204-6000 or cityvadnaisheights. com Meets twice a month, on the second and fourth Wednesdays at noon at Christ the Servant Lutheran Church, 3676 Centerville Rd. 651-204-6000.

White Bear Area Senior Program: 651-653-3121 or whitebearseniorprogram.org Normandy Park Education Center,

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2484 E. County Rd F, White Bear Lake.

Open Monday-Friday from 8 am-4:30 pm. Provides support services and activities for area seniors including: daily cards and games; Craft Corner Gift Shop; AARP Smart Driver classes; Foot Care Clinic; Meals on Wheels; Elder Resources and LionsHELP; volunteer opportunities; and Senior Voice Newsletter.

Consortium of Lake Area Senior Services: 651-653-3121 or lakeareaseniornetwork.org Senior LinkAge Line : 800-3332433 weekdays, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

If hearing impaired, call Minnesota Relay at 1-800-627-3529 or tcaging.com. Get connected to services such as transportation, housing, home health care, housekeeping, financial assistance, snow and lawn care, home repair and more.

Seniors Community Homebased services: 651-266-3613.

Offers assessments and programs designed to support elderly and people with disabilities to live as independently as possible.

Help at Your Door: 651-642-1892 or helpatyourdoor.org. Provides grocery delivery, handyman and transportation services.

Meals on Wheels Residents of Shoreview:

Mounds View School District: 651-318-9091 or moundsviewschools.org

Residents of Vadnais Heights:

White Bear Area Senior Program: 651-653-3123 or whitebearseniorprogram.org

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Public Health Safety Senior Chore Services Care Crew (Shoreview area): 763-784-2097. Serves, elderly, handicapped, disabled, single-parent or income-challenged families.

Senior Chore Service (Northeast Youth and Family Services): 651-757-4061.

Transportation Bus

Metro Transit : 612-373-3333 or metrotransit.org Bus service routes throughout Vadnais Heights and Shoreview.

For complete information on routes, fares, schedules, park and

ride locations, and rideshare, visit the website.

Transit Link Dial-a-Ride: 651602-LINK or metrocouncil.org/ transportation Curb-to-curb, minibus or van service for the general public through the seven-county metro area on weekdays where regular route service is not available.

Special needs Newtrax: 651-789-6221 or newtrax.org. Nonprofit collaborative organization providing daily transportation for adults with disabilities.

Metro Mobility: 651-602-1100 or metrocouncil.org/Transportation/ Services/Metro-Mobility-Home

Door-to-door transportation service for residents of all ages who are unable to use regular fixedroute buses due to a disability or illness.

Libraries There are seven regular branches and an administrative office in the Ramsey County Library system; three are convenient to the area: Shoreview Branch: 651-7246006, 4560 Victoria Street N., Shoreview, MN 55126 White Bear Lake Branch: 651724-6007, 2150 Second Street, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Roseville Branch: 651-724-6001, 2180 Hamline Avenue N., Roseville, MN 55113

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Worship Alliance of Renewal

Evangelical Covenant

Baptist

Shoreview Community Center 4580 Victoria St. N., Shoreview or 651-757-3471, emmanuelcovenant. com

North Heights 1700 W. Hwy 96, Arden Hills or 651-243-7672, northheights. church

Ambassador Baptist Church 3720 Lexington Avenue N., Shoreview or 651-483-8158, ambassadorbaptist.org

Emmanuel Covenant Church Office: 513 Tanglewood Drive, Shoreview or 651-757-3471, emmanualcovenant.com

Rice Creek Covenant Church 125 Ash Street (Co. Rd. J), Lino Lakes or 651-486-0692, ricecreekcov.org

Calvary

Calvary White Bear 4604 Greenhaven Drive, White Bear Township or 651-487-2855, calvarychurch.us

Catholic

St. John’s Church of Little Canada 380 E. Little Canada Road, Little Canada or 651-484-2708, stjohnsoflc.org St. Odilia Church 3495 N. Victoria Street, Shoreview 651-484-6681, stodilia.org

Christian & Missionary Alliance

River of Life Church 4294 Hodgson Road, Shoreview 651-484-8737, riveroflifemn.org

Fellowship of Christian Assemblies

Hope Christian Church 4911 Hodgson Road, Shoreview or 651-486-6243, hopemn.com

Lutheran

Christ the Servant Lutheran Church 3676 Centerville Road, Vadnais Heights or 651-429-6595, cslcvh. org Incarnation Lutheran Church 4880 Hodgson Road, Shoreview 651-484-7213, incarnationmn.org New Life Evangelical Lutheran Church 180 County Road F, Shoreview 651-484-1169 or wels.us/newlife

First Church of Christ Scientist 4705 Clark Avenue, White Bear Lake or 651-429-0512

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church 3920 N. Victoria Street, Shoreview 651-483-5419, shepherdhills. bizland.com

Episcopal

Methodist

Christian Science

Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness 2175 First Street, White Bear Lake 651-429-5351, stjohnwilderness. org

Peace United Methodist Church 5050 Hodgson Road, North Oaks 651-484-2226, peaceumc.com

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Non-denominational

Eagle Brook Church Lino Lakes Campus 7775 20th Avenue N., Lino Lakes 651-429-9227, eaglebrookchurch. com Lake Vadnais Church 208 Twin Lake Blvd., Vadnais Heights or 651-484-2239, lakevadnaischurch.com Second Story Church 3490 Lexington Ave., Shoreview 651-615-2240, secondstorychurch. org

Presbyterian

Presbyterian Church of the Way 3382 N. Lexington Avenue, Shoreview or 651-484-3346, pcotw.org

Reformed

Emmaus Church 2263 3rd Street, White Bear Lake 651-762-0525 Seventh-Day Adventist The Way SDA Church 3920 Victoria Street N., Shoreview 763-312-0283,thewaymn.adventistchurch.org

Unitarian

White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church 328 Maple Street, Mahtomedi 651-426-2369, whitebearunitarian. org

United Church of Christ

Parkview United Church of Christ 3737 Bellaire Avenue, White Bear Lake or 651-429-3346, mnparkviewucc.org

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Bear Roofing & Exteriors...................................... 47 Contact: 651-407-1987 Business type: Roofing

Camp Invention......................... 30 Location: See website for more information Business type: Camp

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Erickson, Bell, Beckman & Quinn, P.A...................................... 23 Location: 1700 W. Hwy. 36, Suite 110, Roseville Contact: 651-223-4999 Farmers Insurance – Ashley Cokley................................................37 Location: Shoreview, MN Contact: 651-357-6000 Business type: Insurance

Lakeshore Players Theatre............................................... 30 Location: 4491 Long Ave., White Bear Lake Contact: 651-478-7427 Business type: Arts Larkin Dance Studio.............. 30 Location: 1400 East Hwy. 36, Maplewood Contact: 651-770-0764 Business type: Arts Larson Engineering............... 23 Location: 3524 Labore Rd., White Bear Lake Contact: 651-481-9120

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Kowalski’s Markets................ 25 Location: 441 Hwy. 96, Shoreview Contact: 651-313-6868

Krinkie’s Heating Air Plumbing............................. 37 & 47 Contact: 651-426-5220 Business type: Heating & Cooling, AC, Plumbing Jones Mulch Service............. 47 Contact: 612-501-1191 Business type: Landscaping

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Index of Advertising North Suburban BP................ 2 Location: 415 Hwy. 96, Shoreview Contact: 651-484-9600

Olson’s Sewer Service......... 45 Location: 17638 Lyons St. NE, Forest Lake Contact: 651-464-2082 Business type: Sewer The Phipps Center For the Arts............................................. 30 Contact: 715-961-1003

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Shoreview Exxon...................... 2 Location: 3854 Lexington Ave., Shoreview Contact: 651-483-1219

Urban Greenhouse................. 23 Location: 3781 Labore Rd., Vadnais Heights Contact: 651-248-9696

White Bear Center for the Arts.................................. 30 Business type: Arts

The Winkin’ Rooster.............. 29 Location: 3600 Lexington Ave., Ste. 106, Shoreview Contact: 651-484-2585 Business type: Restaurant

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3rd generation family owned for over 50 years. To better serve our community we have partnered with Holiday Station Stores!

If you are already a customer - Thank you...

• Quality - ASE Certified Technicians • No Surprises All work must be approved by you.

• Warranty - 24 month, 24,000 miles on parts and labor • Free loaner cars upon request

If not, please give us a try, we think you’ll be back.

To our current customers THANK YOU, and if you are looking for a new local garage or are tired of the dealership games please come experience a honest family oriented repair center.

• Extended warranty work accepted.

• Free shuttle service in local areas.

• Work done right the first time, on time.

At Brausen Family Repair we strive to make sure all our employees understand that customers are by far the top priority. We feel that after 50 years and three generations this simple yet important concept is pivotal to our continued success. We understand the costs, stress, frustration, and anxiety behind vehicle maintenance and repair, therefore my employees know to be compassionate, communicate, and be understanding towards our customers different wants or needs.

All our technicians are ASE certified and attend continued education courses to ensure they are as knowledgeable and successful as possible. That way our customers will be as well.

MANAGER’S SPECIAL

$10 off $50

Any repair or maintenance services of $50 or more

OIL CHANGE SPECIALS

$5 off Synthetic Blend

$20 off $100 $10 off

Any repair or maintenance services of $100 or more

Full Synthetic

Not valid with any other specials or discounts Expires 12/31/23

Arden Hills 1306 W County Rd. E 651-633-4100

Roseville 2170 N. Dale St. 651-488-8800

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Add tire rotation for only $10

Most Vehicles. Shop supplies and environmental fee extra.

Not valid with any other specials or discounts Expires 12/31/23

BEST OF THE PRESS

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$30 off $200

Any repair or maintenance services of $200 or more

Up to 5 Quarts . Standard Filter . Chassis Lube Bumper-to- Bumper Inspection

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Vadnais Vadnais Heights Heights 651-653-9871 651-653-9871

Full-Time Full-Time& &Part-Time Part-Time Schedules SchedulesAccepted Accepted Monday Monday--Friday Friday 6:30am am--6:15 6:15pm pm 6:30

PROGRAMS PROGRAMS

Infant(6(6weeks weeks - 16 months) ••Infant - 16 months) Toddler(16 (16 weeks - 36 months) weeks - 36 months) ••Toddler • Preschool (3 years - 4 years) • Preschool (3 years - 4 years) • Pre-Kindergarten (4 years - 5 years) • Pre-Kindergarten (4 years - 5 years)

Money Back Guarantee: During your first month with us, if you become dissatisfied for any reason, we’ll refund your tuition.

Excludes infant waiting list deposits.

Money Back Guarantee: During your first month with us, if you become dissatisfied for any reason, we’ll refund your tuition.

Excludes infant waiting list deposits.