Eden Prairie, MN August 2019

AUGUST 2019

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The Kids + Pets Issue

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

AUGUST 2019 PUBLISHER

Andrew Stavast | andrew.stavast@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Emily Shea | emily.shea@lifestylepubs.com ACCOUNT MANAGER

Kris Axelson | kris.axelson@lifestylepubs.com

Kids + Pets: What's Not to Love?

THE MONTH OF AUGUST BRINGS FINAL TRIPS TO THE CABIN, BACK-TOSCHOOL PLANNING AND THE START OF THE FOOTBALL EXHIBITION

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Emily Shea and Andrew Stavast CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Cat Ford Coates, Eden Prairie Montessori, Pete Rose Productions

SEASON. That's why it's our favorite time of year to feature a couple of our favorite subjects, kids and pets.

We would like to thank Connie Hytjen, principal at Forest Hills Elementary School, for her collaboration with us regarding beneficial ways to get our children prepared for a successful start to the new school year.

On the pet front, Dr. Jim Nelson of Prairie Village Pet Hospital has become our resident expert in the field of veterinary medicine. In this issue, we describe the features of a state-of-the-art veterinary practice in Eden Prairie.

Our September theme will be Style. Please feel free to contact us with suggestions regarding just what style means to you.

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

Thank you to our readers for your comments on our food and cocktail offerings in July. We will keep them coming.

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

And a final thank you goes to Pete Rose of Pete Rose Productions for helping us create a great cover.

Enjoy all that August brings and, as always, thanks for letting us share the Eden Prairie experience with you.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE AUGUST 2019

FEATURES 12 Back to School Best Practices when Preparing for the New School Year

16 Treat Your Pet Dog Will Go Nuts For These Quick + Easy Snacks

22 The Montessori Method Eden Prairie’s Montessori School That’s Been Providing Over 20 Years of Hands-On Learning to Your Little Ones

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28 Thirty-Five Years of Caring for Our Pets White-Glove Veterinary Service in Eden Prairie

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Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Our Town

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Legal Compass

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Treat Your Pet

26 DIY 28 Locally Owned 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Parting Thoughts

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Eden Prairie Chamber News: New Members and a Successful Golf Tournament The Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors recently welcomed some fantastic new members: Robert Warrick of WMS Companies, Breanne and Aaron Stromley of Touching Hearts at Home, Tony Jacobson of Social Indoor and Jenna Sears of Cardinal Financial. The also recently hosted its annual golf tournament, and it was a huge success.

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1. Tony Jacobson of Social Indoor | 2. Breanne and Aaron Stromley of Touching Hearts at Home | 3. Robert Warrick of WMS Companies | 4. Jenna Sears of Cardinal Financial | 5. Annual Eden Prairie Chamber Golf Tournament | 6. Lori Brown and Kathy Pichowski welcome golfers at the Annual EPC Golf Tournament.

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There is a third area of wellness that is perhaps most important of all, and often the most neglected. What are you doing to improve your emotional and mental wellbeing? Mental wellbeing refers to your cognitive processes: what you are thinking, behaviors and habits.

Emotional wellbeing refers to what you are feeling and how you express those feelings.

Thinking and feeling are sometimes impossible to separate, and sometimes in direct opposition to each other (and this is what causes problems). What you think reflects your beliefs about yourself and the world around you. And as emotion drives all behavior, you can see how it can heavily impact your financial and physical wellbeing.

Science has shown that continual negative thoughts and emotions affect our molecular structure to the point where we become ‘addicted’ to those thoughts and emotions. If you need help with your mental and emotional wellbeing, give us a call today.

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She was also awarded an official Certificate of Appreciation for becoming an American Red Cross water safety instructor trainer.

LIGHT POLE BANNER DESIGN CONTEST WINNERS Eden Prairie residents David Gregoire, Kelley Regan and Patricia Young are the winners of Eden Prairie's Light Pole Banner Design Contest.

The contest began in May, when residents were invited to submit banner designs evoking the spirit of Eden Prairie. The designs were then reviewed by a jury, and finalists were chosen

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PARKS AND RECREATION PRESENTED WITH MRPA AND RED CROSS AWARDS In late May, the Minnesota Recreation & Park Association presented Eden Prairie's Parks and Recreation Department with two awards of excellence. MRPA presented Recreation Services manager Lori Brink and Community

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Back to School

ARTICLE ANDREW STAVAST

IT’S BEEN SUCH A WONDERFUL SUMMER, BUT IT’S TIME TO PREPARE FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR. As a child’s summer vacation transitions into the start of school, there are a variety of thoughts, feelings and emotions that both a parent and a child can experience. For some students, there can be a feeling of sadness about having to get back into the routine of the school day and a feeling of loss for their less structured summer schedule. For others, starting the school year is seen as quite positive. For these students, there are joyful feelings about seeing friends in familiar surroundings and the predictability of their teachers and school day.

The educational experience is heightened when viewed as a partnership among the educators, the students and the families. It is imperative for teachers to know students’ families, cultures, interests, activities and what fuels the student as a learner.

So, let’s discuss some basic best practices to use as you and your family prepare for the start of a new school year. These areas can be helpful for the parent and child to kick-start the new school year in the most positive fashion.

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TIP 1 Get back into your sleep routine. Perhaps begin the school sleep routine two weeks prior to starting the school year.

TIP 2 Shop for school supplies together. This is a great time for parents to get their child excited about new friends, a new grade and all the new school year can bring.

TIP 3 Reestablish school routines. Have the child begin the schoolday routine by getting up at the same time each day and eating around the same time they would at school.

TIP 4 Limit the use of TV and video games. It can come as a shock for many students when they realize that six hours of their day is going to be spent learning and not playing games and watching TV. TIP 5 Make an after-school game plan. This means you should craft a predictable plan for where your child will go after school; this could be a neighbor’s house, sitter or an after-school program. A good afterschool program will provide a student with predictability, comfort and a lack of confusion during the first few weeks of school.

TIP 6 Be ready for the unexpected. Working parents often find it difficult to find a sitter when their child is sick. It’s a good idea to have a sitter lined up well in advance.

TIP 7 Get organized. Review all school material, read all information carefully and mark down all important dates on your calendar.

Designate a spot in the home for homework, permission slips and other school-related papers. Being organized in this manner will make things less stressful.

Our children are our most precious assets. Know that our educators feel the same way about them. Forming a team among the student, the teacher and the family can bring wonderful, productive growth in our students and foster a love of learning, positive social interaction and positive future development.

We would like to thank Connie Hytjan, principal at Forest Hills Elementary school, for collaborating with us on this article.

Here’s to the new school year. Let’s make it the best one yet!

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ARTICLE ANDREW STAVAST

LEGAL COMPASS

It’s Going to Be All Right Part One of a Three-Part Series on Collaborative Divorce

WE RECENTLY SAT DOWN WITH LOCAL ATTORNEY STEVAN YASGUR TO DISCUSS THE DEFINITION AND PROCESS OF COLLABORATIVE DIVORCE. As we researched this term, we found there are multiple benefits to the process. Collaborative divorce offers the parties involved enhanced control over the process and leads to less stress, anxiety and frustration for the couple and their children than the traditional process. Collaborative divorce allows a couple to resolve their divorce privately in a discreet manner. Many people find they develop useable insight into themselves and their relationships, which can support them as they rebuild their futures. Divorce is not a pleasant subject in anyone’s life, but the collaborative process can be a much better way to deal with the end of a marriage and to start a new future.

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Here is what Stevan had to say about collaborative divorce.

“A close friend of mine who knows about my law practice once asked me, ‘What is the most important thing you can tell someone who comes in to see you about a divorce?’ Well, it depends, but I would want them to know it’s going to be alright. As the discussion moves forward, I would most probably find that they are living in an unbearable situation. Their situation is bad enough that they are talking to me about an unknown—the divorce—that they would rather not deal with. I counsel them with the fact that the divorce will end someday, and probably soon, and when it is over, they will go on with their life.

“The people who come to me know that I do mostly collaborative cases, where the couple must agree on what happens before anything can happen. They know that each party must give their spouse a reason to agree with them.

More importantly, over the course of the case, they have many opportunities to refine that conversation, discover what is at the heart of their goals and explore different ways to satisfy their spouse’s interests. By the time they reach all their agreements, they have talked everything through—multiple times—and they have a plan they can live with. All discussions were based on their actual situation, not some hypothetical. They have spoken with their lawyer; they understand what the courts can and cannot do.

“If I am talking to someone who just wants revenge on their spouse, I know that person will never succeed, whether it’s in a collaborative case or in court. I tell them that courts are not in the revenge business. Someone who is hurting that badly almost certainly will get more help from a therapist than a lawyer. A client who is most interested in life after divorce, history shows, time and again, that it really will be alright.”

If Stevan’s last name sounds familiar, you might know of a music festival on an upstate farm that took place in 1969. Stevan is the nephew of Max Yasgur, owner of the farm that hosted the historic Woodstock Festival.

For more information on the collaborative divorce process, call attorney Stevan Yasgur at 952.893.9393 or visit YazLaw.com.

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TREAT YOUR PET

DOGS WILL GO NUTS FOR THESE QUICK + EASY SNACKS

TREAT YOUR PET MAN’S BEST FRIEND DESERVES MAN’S BEST FOOD. Dogs will go nuts for these quick and easy peanut butter and oat treats.

With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you’ll be well on your way to getting your dog to do anything you ask. And, if you get hungry, you can even sneak one for yourself—just don’t let your pup see!

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TREAT YOUR PET

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IMPORTANT Be sure the peanut butter you use does not contain xylitol—the artificial sweetener can be fatal to dogs.

Peanut Butter + Oats INGREDIENTS + 1 cup old-fashioned oats + 1/2 cup flour + 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter + 1 egg

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat your oven to 300 F. 2. In a large mixing bowl, mix together oats, flour, peanut butter and egg until combined.

3. Roll your dough out on a flat surface to about 1/2-inch thickness.

4. Cut out your dog’s favorite shapes with cookie cutters.

5. Place your treats onto a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.

Makes about 36 1-inch diameter treats.

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BARK IT UP If your dog doesn’t settle for plain, kick these treats up a notch by incorporating some of these dog-safe fruits and vegetables: + BANANAS—In moderation, bananas are great treats for dogs. Just beware of the sugar content—they shouldn’t be part of your dog’s regular diet. + BLUEBERRIES—Blueberries are a superfood full of antioxidants and fiber. Try these as a substitute to training treats. + CARROTS—Carrots are a great low-calorie snack high in beta-carotene and fiber. Chomping on them is also great for your dog’s chompers. + GREEN BEANS—Full of fiber and low in calories, plain green beans are great prepared any way! + WATERMELON—Filled with vitamins and potassium, this summer treat is sure to be your pup’s new favorite. For those dog days of summer, watermelon is a great way to keep your dog hydrated! Just be sure to remove the rind and seeds.

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The Montessori Method

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ARTICLE EMILY SHEA

EDEN PRAIRIE MONTESSORI SCHOOL HAS BEEN GUIDING AND CULTIVATING CHILDREN THROUGH THE MONTESSORI METHOD FOR MORE THAN 20 YEARS. But what exactly is the Montessori method? Recently, we were able to sit down with Eden Prairie Montessori School’s director, Shonali Harrison, to learn more about the hands-on education that seeks to prepare children for the future while boosting their creativity and cultivating a love for learning.

WHAT IS THE MONTESSORI METHOD? Dr. Maria Montessori was an Italian physician and educator best known for the philosophy of education that bears her name and her writing on scientific pedagogy. The Montessori method of education was introduced to the United States in 1911. This method of education values the development of the whole child, which is the physical, social, emotional and cognitive skills.

WHAT MAKES THIS METHOD DIFFERENT FROM OTHER TEACHING METHODS? Montessori is a method of education that is based on self-directed activity and hands-on learning. In Montessori classrooms, children make creative choices in their learning, while the classroom and the highly trained teachers offer age-appropriate activities to guide the process. Children work individually and in groups to discover and explore knowledge of the world and develop self-help skills.

WHAT AGES OF CHILDREN CAN ATTEND EDEN PRAIRIE MONTESSORI? Our Montessori program serves children from 6 weeks old to 6 years old: infants, toddlers, preschool and kindergarten.

IN MONTESSORI

TELL ME A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOUR PROGRAMS. The Infant program is called “Nido.” It means “nest” in Italian. We

CLASSROOMS, CHILDREN

use age-appropriate methods and tools to help babies develop their

MAKE CREATIVE CHOICES

attentive staff maintains careful records for each baby’s develop-

IN THEIR LEARNING, WHILE THE CLASSROOM AND THE HIGHLY TRAINED TEACHERS

social, emotional, gross motor and fine motor skills. Our loving and ment and prepare them for the next level.

The Toddler program is for children that are 16 months to 2 1/2 years old. Once again, our dedicated staff carefully prepares an environment where children can learn and find their full potential.

The preschool classroom is known as “Casa,” which means “house” (of children). Children from 3-6 years old are in the Casa.

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caring for one another and learn how to interact with each other

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trained teacher and their team with beautiful Montessori materials

THE PROCESS.

with respect. The classroom is carefully prepared by the Montessorithat are introduced to each child according to their age and ability. Observations are recorded to keep track of each child’s social/ emotional, physical, cognitive and small motor development. The prepared environment and trained Montessori adults help foster self-motivation and independence.

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We offer a kindergarten program for children who are eligible to enroll. The requirements include that they must have received at least a year of Montessori education and that they turn 5 years old before Sept. 1. The kindergarten students learn advanced academic skills. They also have the opportunity to handle responsibilities and to exercise leadership skills, preparing them for first grade.

DO YOU OFFER A SUMMER PROGRAM? We have an exciting and fun-filled summer program. Each year, we have lots of creative experiences and classroom activities for academic development. We also offer outdoor activities that include water play, gardening, outdoor classroom time, painting and artwork.

Field trips to a llama farm, Children’s Museum, Richardson Nature Center, Como Park Zoo and the Old Log Theater are some of the favorite places our children and staff love to visit during the summer.

Our annual cultural week is also held within our summer program. It provides the children with a week of fun and learning about different cultures, traditions and tasting foods.

HOW DO YOU IMPLEMENT DIFFERENT LEARNING MATERIALS TO FACILITATE LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT? The Montessori materials are specially designed and presented to the child by a Montessori-trained teacher. Dr. Montessori’s belief that the child is capable of discovering concepts by thinking for himself is apparent when a presentation is given by the Montessori adult. The classroom consists of math, language, sensorial, cultural, geography, science and exercises of practical life areas. Each area has a set of materials beautifully arranged to help the child choose what they can work with depending on what they have been presented with.

The Montessori materials aid in learning different concepts through both concrete and abstract forms.

Music, art and Spanish are also classes that are included in our program for all age groups.

SO I’VE HEARD YOU HAVE A WIDE RANGE OF CLASS PETS AT YOUR BOTH YOUR NORTH AND SOUTH LOCATIONS. TELL ME MORE ABOUT HOW CLASS PETS ARE CHOSEN AND HOW THEY ARE INTRODUCED INTO THE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT. Children not only learn about animals when we have pets in the environment but also understand responsibilities for their care. This fosters love and compassion for all living things. They love to take turns cleaning the cages, feeding duties and even take turns caring for them over the weekends with the help of their parents.

We have several different kinds of pets between the North and South locations: a pair of finches, fish, an iguana, guinea pigs and hermit crabs. Having pets in the environment has a calming effect on the children if they need to have some time for themselves. Children can watch and observe the animals and learn their behaviors.

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IT HAS BEEN PROVEN THAT ONE CAN ABSORB A SECOND (OR THIRD) LANGUAGE IF THEY ARE EXPOSED TO IT AT AN EARLY AGE. THIS IS A BENEFIT WHEN THEY GO ON TO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.

IN ONE OF YOUR BLOG POSTS, I READ THAT CHILDREN AT

acquire the business in 1991. It has been a great journey following my

EDEN PRAIRIE MONTESSORI ARE GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY

passion to educate these young minds.

TO LEARN SPANISH FROM A NATIVE SPEAKER. WHAT ARE SOME OF THE BENEFITS OF LEARNING A SECOND LANGUAGE AT SUCH AN EARLY AGE?

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT THE MONTESSORI METHOD? Among many wonderful features this method of early childhood

It has been proven that one can absorb a second (or third) lan-

education provides, I love that the Montessori method of education

guage if they are exposed to it at an early age. This is a benefit when

allows children to learn at their own pace and develop a love for learning.

they go on to elementary school.

IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE OUR READERS I KNOW THAT EDEN PRAIRIE MONTESSORI HAS BEEN AROUND FOR MORE THAN 20 YEARS. HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN THE DIRECTOR? HOW DID YOU GET STARTED? I was working for a company called LaPepiniere Montessori Academy as a teacher and director. Then, I got the opportunity to

TO KNOW ABOUT EDEN PRAIRIE MONTESSORI? We celebrate our staff, and we are very fortunate to have such a longstanding, caring and experienced team at Eden Prairie Montessori. Their dedication, enthusiasm and expertise make our center stand out.

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H O M E M A D E H O P - I N F U S E D D O G S H A M P O O Perfect for a fresh, deep clean scented with hops. + 1 pint gentle natural dish washing soap + 1 pint hop water + 1 pint apple cider vinegar + 3/4 cups hops + 4 oz. glycerin + 1 tablespoon baking soda 01 Infuse water and hops in a jar for at least an hour.

02 Mix all of the ingredients together and put in a bottle.

03 Grab your pup and suds up.

Rinse thoroughly.

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T H I R T Y- F I V E YEARS OF CARING FOR O U R P E T S EDEN PRAIRIE HAS EXPERIENCED TREMEN-

Not long after Dr. Nelson was hired, Dr. Skinner

DOUS GROWTH OVER THE PAST 30 YEARS. In

hyperextended a couple of fingers in his right hand

the ‘70s, the population grew from about 9,000 to

after he overcorrected himself and flew in the bushes

18,000 residents. Since then, the city has continued

in a very competitive game of limbo at one of the

to grow, and with excellent planning, a premier com-

clinic social retreats. His physician said he had to

munity came to fruition. Thirty-five years ago, Dr. Bob

rest the hand so it could heal, and as a result, Dr.

Skinner studied the demographics of Eden Prairie

Nelson was responsible for all surgeries for the next

and determined it would be a great place to raise a

two months. (So much for mentoring!)

family and start a veterinary practice. He did both in

“In the ‘80s, we couldn’t rely on surgical specialists

1984, moving into a house near Edenvale Elementary

or the internet to help us with our cases,” Dr. Nelson

School and building the first office building off Terrey

says. “We took in our on emergencies and flew by the

Pine Court, the home of Prairie Village Pet Hospital.

seat of pants at times and in most cases had accept-

The pet hospital was formed with the concept of

able outcomes. We developed habits and skillsets that

delivering the highest quality pet care while keep-

allowed us to practice all aspects of companion animal

ing in step with veterinary advances. Even in the

medicine from wellness to emergency care.”

early days, they had X-rays, heart monitors and

In 2005, Dr. Nelson purchased the practice from

in-house blood chemistry analyzers. And they con-

Dr. Skinner and increased the level of care for

tinue that trend today to meet the expectations of

their dedicated clients. To this day, their mainstay is

their clients, who want good surgery and medicine

wellness visits: appointment-based visits for vacci-

combined with compassionate care. Dr. Skinner

nations, elective surgeries or dentistry procedures.

understands that the veterinarian not only treats

What they have developed in the past 15 years are

the pet but also the pet owner. A caring veterinar-

more options for people whose pets need to be seen

ian combined with a knowledgeable staff that has

quickly, also known as urgent care.

strong, compassionate communication with pet owners is the best route to positive outcomes.

Urgent care simply means they can see walk-ins for pet-related problems the same day. Urgent care is

In 1989, Dr. Jim Nelson came on the scene. He was

not emergency care. True emergency cases need to

a recent graduate from Kansas State University who

be treated within minutes, while urgent cases need to

had family in the Twin Cities and loved all it had to

been treated within hours.

offer, especially when it came to cycling and skiing.

Prairie Village does accept daytime emergencies,

During his interview, he was impressed with the new

but their ultimate goal is not to allow an urgent situation

facility and the friendly staff.

to develop into an emergency. To honor this mission, CONTINUED >

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they keep urgent slots open in our schedule, provide pet transport to the clinic and encourage drop-offs so they have an entire day to work up and treat sick animals. The clinic provides same-day ultrasound, digital radiography and bloodwork that can be interpreted by boarded specialists if requested.

When it comes to providing reputable service, the most important component of Prairie Village’s success is their loyal, friendly and seasoned staff.

Mary, their head receptionist, has been with Prairie Village for more than 25 years. Three of their veterinary nurses—Jamila, Kelley and Molly—have been on board for 14 years, while two others—Alyssa and Beth—have been a part of Prairie Village for five years. Lindsay, a veterinary assistant in training, is the new face at the clinic.

“My colleague, Dr. Patia Hargreaves, came to Prairie Village in 2015,” Dr. Nelson says. “She is an outstanding surgeon and diagnostician. She is also comfortable with emergency medicine and is developing a niche in surgery, dentistry and dermatology.

When I do take a vacation, I can always count on Dr. Hargreaves to hold down the fort!”

The human-animal bond has grown by leaps and bounds in the new millennium. No one can argue against the fact that pets are true family members, and Prairie Village Pet Hospital acknowledges that by providing white-glove care for your beloved pet.

“It’s been an honor to practice in this community and to get to know generations of families and their pets,” Dr. Nelson says. “We hope to recognize you all in the fall, as we celebrate 35 unbelievable years in Eden Prairie. Look for open-house festivities in the future.”

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“IT’S BEEN AN HONOR TO PRACTICE IN THIS COMMUNITY AND TO GET TO KNOW GENERATIONS OF FAMILIES AND THEIR PETS.”

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AUGUST

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little break from their tiny human.

PEOPLEFEST!

SENIOR GOLF CLASSIC

a nut-free snack and relax while

Dahlgreen Golf Course

they have a great time creating

PeopleFest! is a series of commu-

This annual golf event is for those

a state fair-themed piece of art!

nity events to celebrate the unique

age 55 and older. You can sign up

Registration is $33 for members or

cultures represented in Eden Prairie.

as a couple, foursome or a single.

$37 for non-members.

It is presented in collaboration

Signup is $38 for Dahlgreen mem-

by the City of Eden Prairie, Eden

bers and $65 for non-members.

Prairie Chinese Association, Eden

The green fee and golf cart, plus a

Prairie

Foundation,

lunch with a hamburger or chicken

Eden Prairie Schools Community

sandwich, salad, chips, beverage

Education,

and dessert, are included in the

Eden Prairie, MN

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Hennepin

County

Simply drop off your kid(s) (must be between the ages of 3–9) with

Library, Interfaith Circle and others.

registration fee.

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