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LIFESTYLE LETTER

MARCH 2021 PUBLISHER

John Lee | john.lee@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Spring Is (Technically) Here!

HELLO EDEN PRAIRIE LIFESTYLE READERS,

David Scheller | david.scheller@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Whitney Lockhart L AYO UT DESIGNER

Dani Moore

The first day of spring is this month! It does feel like a hollow victory to look out the window on March 20th and know all the snow won’t be gone until mid-August, but

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Bill Scheller, Anna Anderson

at least the concept of spring is nice.

When spring finally arrives in actuality and not just in theory, you’ll certainly want to visit our friends at The Mustard Seed Landscaping & Garden Center. They have hundreds of flowers, trees, and other green things that will turn any Eden Prairie home into a Terrestrial Paradise. But if you do have to wait out the cold weather a little longer, do it over a steak and a Manhattan at Crave!

In this issue we are proud to interview Steven Housh and Dr. Thomas Walsh of TRIA. TRIA’s clinics throughout the greater Twin Cities area have revolutionized orthopedic care, and you will want to know why their nearby location in Bloomington is the place to go for urgent care, sports medicine, hand and joint services, and far more.

Also in this issue is a story about the Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools’ annual Red & Black Gala, which will be virtual this year, a recipe by Bill Scheller that will

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drive even the coldest winter away, and of course Pickles the Dog. (Our editor has

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an uncanny fixation on including dogs in every issue.)

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INSIDE THE ISSUE MARCH 2021

FEATURES 14 The Mustard Seed Landscaping & Garden Center The Perfect Place to Plant Yourself This Spring

20 TRIA Orthopedics Your One-Stop Shop for Hand and Joint Care, Physical Therapy and More

26 Crave Eden Prairie’s American Kitchen & Sushi Bar

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34 Pickles the Dog “I love you, Pickles.”

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For accompaniment, there’s nothing like a good German Riesling … or a big mug of lager.

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SERVES 4 - 6 | PREP TIME 30 MINUTES

CHOUCROUTE GARNIE

Place the bacon in a heavy Dutch oven large enough to hold all

ingredient s

+ 1/2 lb. slab bacon, cut into

ingredients. Fry over medium heat until about 3 tbsp. of fat have

6 pieces

been rendered. Remove bacon and set aside. Turn heat to medium

+ 2lbs. pork spareribs, cut into 3

high, and brown spareribs in fat.

or 4 racks + 2 lbs. fresh sauerkraut from

When ribs are browned, turn heat to medium low and add kraut,

a deli, or canned imported

grated potato, caraway seeds, sausages, and wine. (You can brown

German kraut

sausages first if you prefer.) Add bacon, cover, and cook on low

+ 1 medium boiling potato, grated

heat for 1-1/2 hours.

+ 1/2 tsp. caraway seeds + 1 bauernwurst (German ring sausage), about 12 inches

While kraut and meats are cooking, parboil potatoes. Add them to the main pot half an hour before dish is finished.

+ 6 to 8 bratwurst or weisswurst + 1/2 cup dry white wine

To serve, heap kraut in the center of a large platter and surround

+ 8 to 10 medium boiling

with meats and potatoes. Slabs of dark rye bread are great for

potatoes, halved

soaking up juices!

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HOT SPOT

THE MUSTA RD SEED L A N D S C A PI N G & GA R D E N C E N T E R 14

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ROOTED IN INTEGRITY AND FOUNDED ON FAITH IN CHRIST

AS YOU LOOK OUT AT THE BLANK EXPANSE THAT IS YOUR LAWN DURING THIS TIME OF YEAR, DO YOU FEEL SOMETHING STIRRING INSIDE OF YOU? That is your desire to see paradise regained. Having spent so many months wreathed in the cold of winter, you cannot wait to see your green grass again – let alone the soft purples and ember reds and brilliant shocks of yellow that are your flowers. There is little wonder why the Bible depicts heaven on earth as a garden.

The coming thaw means Eden Prairie residents will soon start making the short pilgrimage to Chaska, home of The Mustard Seed Landscaping & Garden Center. There you will find the plants, materials, and expertise needed to turn any home into one that rivals Eden.

“We love helping everyone make their homes more beautiful,” said Kelly Lorenz, general manager of The Mustard Seed. “Many of our new customers are first-time homeowners who have always looked forward to feathering their own nests. Others have just retired – or CONTINUED >

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are lucky enough to have been retired for quite some time – and want a picturesque place to relax in. Last year showed a lot of new people how important it is to love their surroundings while they’re staying at home. Whatever your vision and budget for your landscaping might be, our crew is ready to help.”

The Mustard Seed has hundreds of varieties of plants. They have shade trees and ornamental trees to complement any yard, ranging from crabapples to mighty oaks. If you would like greater privacy or year-round color, you’ll love their shrub and evergreen selections. And if you haven’t got space for an impressive lilac, then a hydrangea or rosebush is still certain to give your home lasting appeal. They have everything you could need to get your vegetable or herb garden started, too.

Flowers have always been the star of the garden center’s show. They have over 6,000 square feet of greenhouse space full of annuals and perennials, with regular shipments arriving weekly. You can get everything you’d need to revamp your yard, or just a hanging plant that will add a fresh splash of color to your front porch. They also offer customized containers that will brighten your porch or patio with unique flair.

“We have noticed a rising demand for native, pollinator-friendly plants in recent years,” said Kelly. “We stock coneflowers,

butterfly

weed

(which

really is too pretty to be called a ‘weed,’ if you ask me), and plenty of other plants that are naturally adapted to the Minnesotan climate and certain to make your home a haven for at-risk bees and beautiful hummingbirds. Be sure to visit our newly added pollinator garden, complete with a monarch growing machine!

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“We know The Mustard Seed can be a lit-

a local petting zoo come to visit a few times a year.

tle daunting with so many plants to choose

It’s always a treat watching our guests’ kids getting

from, but our Certified Nursery and Landscape

friendly with the gentle goats and bunnies.

Professionals will make things easy for you! Just

“People often visit us after their trip to the nearby

give us some idea of what you want – a photo-

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. They share pic-

graph of another home that you admire, or even

tures from their visit and oftentimes look for what

from an Instagram page – and we’ll be able to

they saw there in hopes of adding it to their own

bring your idea to life. And because every home

gardens. But here you won’t get escorted out if you

is different, to us there is no such thing as a cook-

decide to take a treasure home with you!”

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areas you may have found wanting in the past.

If you would like to engage a landscape consultant,

“The Mustard Seed makes a perfect summer’s

they are available to come to your home and tailor

day outing. Everything is in bloom here, and the

an estimate that aligns with your needs and bud-

chickens who have nearly full run of the place give

get. Lakefront and shoreline work is a specialty of

it a certain rustic charm. Children especially love the

Hagen Lawn and Landscape, their parent company.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

TRIA

Orthopedics URGENT CARE • SPORTS MEDICINE • HAND AND JOINT SERVICES • PHYSICAL THERAPY • SAME-DAY SURGERY • DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING ARTICLE DAVID SCHELLER

TRIA WAS CONCEIVED WITH A SINGULAR GOAL: TO PROVIDE

shoulders are worth millions of dollars. But

COMPREHENSIVE,

as Steven said, our doctors and I draw no

CONVENIENT

AND

COMPASSIONATE

CARE FOR ALL CONDITIONS RELATING TO BONES, JOINTS, MUSCLES AND SOFT TISSUES.

distinctions between our patients.

“So much about our quality of life depends

Founded in partnership between Park Nicollet Health Services,

upon our ability to move about freely. When I

University of Minnesota Physicians, and The Orthopedic Center,

began practicing medicine, I quickly appreci-

TRIA opened the doors to their original Bloomington campus in

ated how commonly orthopedic injuries occur

2005. Since then their all-encompassing approach to orthopedic

– and how greatly they impact people. I was

care has expanded to several additional locations throughout the

drawn to orthopedics because I understood

greater Twin Cities area.

how much immediate good I could do in this

“We are driven by a passion to help our patients get back to what

field of medicine. All of TRIA’s doctors feel this

they love doing most,” said Steven Housh, vice president of operations

way, and the immense gratitude we receive

for TRIA. “To many that’s performing in high-level athletics, and sev-

from our patients every day is truly heartening.”

eral of our doctors do regularly treat members of the Twins, the Wild

“Offering superlative orthopedic care

and the Whitecaps as well. But enjoying simple, day-to-day activities

calls for more than just passion,” continued

is no less important to many of our other patients. That’s why we are

Steven. “From the very beginning, we have

just as happy to learn that one of our patients can resume working in

strived to enhance the experience we pres-

their flower garden or playing with their grandchildren as we are about

ent to our patients in every possible way.

another patient’s return to the spotlight at the Xcel Energy Center.”

“We are especially proud of our walk-in

“Our patients certainly take comfort knowing that our doctors

care. Although we do offer the option to

also care for professional athletes,” added Dr. Thomas Walsh,

schedule appointments, the urgent nature

senior medical director for TRIA. “Even if you aren’t a fan of

of orthopedic injuries often demands imme-

sports, you would still rather receive treatment for a shoulder

diate medical intervention. Our Orthopedic

injury from a doctor who works with major league pitchers, whose

Urgent Care locations, which are open from CONTINUED >

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ce

r t if ie d p hysica l t h e ra pist s Nationwide, only seven percent of physical therapists are board certified in orthopedics or sports physical therapy. TRIA has 44 board certified physical therapy clinical specialists, representing 64 percent of their physical therapy team.

Steven Housh & Dr. Thomas Walsh

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walk-ins welcome

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same-day surge r y

major le ague do ctors

Have you suffered from a recent

TRIA’s state of the art approach

TRIA’s orthopedic doctors regu-

injury? Go to TRIA and you will

to orthopedic medicine means

larly treat members of the Twins,

receive an in-person consultation

greater convenience and com-

the Wild, and other professional

with a doctor the same day of your

fort. Procedures which formerly

and collegiate sports teams. TRIA’s

initial visit. You can even receive

required a hospital stay now take

doctors take pride in treating all of

a same-day consultation with a

a matter of hours, after which

their patients, whether they want

physical therapist.

patients may safely recover in

to win the World Series or build a

their own homes.

treehouse with their grandchildren.

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8am until 8pm seven days a week, are always available

our Lower Extremity Agility Program, they will find the

for walk-ins. They are fully staffed by medical doctors who

personalized care they deserve at TRIA.”

are standing by to provide a complete examination, order

“Our same-day surgery centers are another way in

onsite diagnostic imaging including MRI, digital X-ray and

which TRIA has revolutionized orthopedic care,” said Dr.

ultrasound, interpret the results, make a diagnosis, and

Walsh. “When I first began receiving orthopedic training

prescribe a treatment plan – all during the initial visit.

30 years ago, it was standard practice for a patient to

“Depending on their diagnosis, our patients frequently

remain in bed until their incision had healed. That often

benefit from immediate follow-up care with the same

lasted several days. While we have certainly made stay-

doctor who first treated them. That is a very unique

ing at TRIA comfortable, I do not imagine our patients

model in the healthcare industry, and just one more

would like to stay here for an entire week.

aspect of TRIA that sets us apart.”

“Thanks to modern innovations in medical technology,

“Because we are a self-contained medical treatment

as well as our own personal commitment to research and

center, our doctors and I typically work side by side with

moving the field of orthopedics forward, we are frequently

our patients’ physical or hand therapists,” added Dr. Walsh.

able to send our patients home following a surgery as sub-

“My patients feel a greater sense of support as I accom-

stantial as a knee or hip replacement that very same day.

pany them to the therapy area, where I consult with their

Just recently we performed a knee replacement on a man

therapists one-on-one to ensure they continue receiving

who arrived at our surgery center at 7am and returned home

the best and most personalized course of treatment.”

by noon. He was amazed by the efficiency of our process.

“We have positioned TRIA to meet our patients’ diverse

“We always monitor our patient’s recovery and provide

range of physical therapy and hand therapy needs,” said

any therapy they might need following a procedure, yet the

Steven. “Our physical therapy team is exceptional, with

greater comfort they experience while recovering at home

the extensive training and broad degree of specialization

cannot be overstated. We additionally offer a hotel recovery

they need to help restore anyone’s full range of motion

program. Participating hotels, which are located just across

following an injury or surgery. Whether our patient’s

the street from our Bloomington and Woodbury locations,

recovery requires aquatic therapy, cycling, a patellofem-

have handicap accessible rooms dedicated to our patients

oral program, or a more specialized approach such as

who would prefer to recover in close proximity to TRIA.

PHYSICAL THERAPY TEAM IS EXCEPTIONAL, WITH THE EXTENSIVE TRAININ G BROAD DEGREE OF SPECIALIZATION THEY NEED TO HELP RESTORE ANY-

ON E

AN D

OU R

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’S FULL RANGE OF MOTION FOLLOWING AN INJURY OR SURGERY.

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“We are able to perform less complicated operations, such as hand surgery, in procedure rooms in our clinic space. There is no longer a need to fast or undergo a physical examination before such routine surgeries. Our patients can even drive themselves home afterward.”

“We wholeheartedly believe that TRIA’s engagement with the communities we are privileged to take part in must extend beyond our campuses,” said Steven. “We are honored to be involved in a great many community programs and athletic associations throughout the Twin Cities area, including in Eden Prairie. Our sports medicine team members frequently provide preventative and medical care services at youth sporting events.”

Whether you have been bothered by a shoulder injury for months and wish to feel well again – or you have only just hurt your ankle while taking your dog for their morning walk – TRIA’s fast yet personalized approach to orthopedic medicine is always available.

TRIA’s orthopedic center at 8100 Northland Drive in Bloomington is located only 15 minutes away from Eden Prairie, and you do not need an appointment to see one of their passionate physicians today. You can learn more about Minnesota’s revolutionary orthopedic center at tria.com. You may also speak with the receptionist at TRIA’s Bloomington location by calling (952) 831-8742.

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

c r a ve

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ARTICLE DAVID SCHELLER

K ITC H E N + 26

MY MOTHER, BEFORE DEVOTING HERSELF FULL-TIME TO SITTING IN HAMMOCK CHAIRS AND WALKING HER SQUIRRELY GERMAN

SHEPHERD

THROUGH

THE

WOODS, WORKED IN ADVERTISING. One of her greatest professional coups was the radio ad

There are two paths to restaurant ownership.

jingle she wrote for a small restaurant socketed

The first is to start out at the very bottom, gradu-

deep in the heart of Vermont. It began like this:

ally ascending from the dish pit to bussing tables, and then to waiting on tables, and so on and so

DADDY WANTS A T-BONE STEAL

on until you finally own the tables. The second

MOMMA WANTS FRESH FISH

route, which entails succeeding tremendously in a different line of work until you can own the

I’m stealing that jingle to introduce Crave. The

restaurant from the get-go, is far more pleasant.

restaurant it was originally written for has long

You never have to get egg yolks underneath

since been turned into affordable housing, and its

your fingernails, and welcoming guests to your

writer, like I said, is too busy commanding Lily to

restaurant like you’re Rick in Casablanca must

stop jumping on houseguests to take any offense.

feel immensely gratifying.

It is the perfect crime.

Kam Talebi, the owner of Crave, took the pleasant route. And I am very glad he went into the restaurant business, because if he had instead continued founding technology companies I would have been hard-pressed to strike up a conversation.

“I originally became a restauranteur solely as an investor,” said Kam. “I had virtually zero experience operating a restaurant, but my background was building up companies from scratch. Fortunately that skill set is fairly generalized, so after a few years learning the specifics I decided to abandon tech and become a restauranteur full-time.”

Now, thirteen years later, Kam has carved out the nice little restaurant empire for himself. Crave has grown to 12 locations across four states. Go to the busiest stripe of pavement in Downtown Minneapolis and you can eat at Crave. Finish riding Shredder’s Mutant Masher at Mall of America and the stiff drink you’ll need to recombobulate your senses is at the Crave nearby. Or stay close to home. Eden Prairie – which is the guiding light of the modern world – rightly has her own Crave.

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S U S H I BA R

AMERICAN KITCHEN & SUSHI BAR

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“My intention from the beginning was to create a very experiential restaurant,” said Kam, “one which offers a vibrant dining experience, a menu in a very approachable price point, and a kitchen that makes everything from scratch. Great food, great service – a dining destination for all.

“We built Crave’s menu around two very different but surprisingly complementary types of cuisine: American, of course, and sushi, which quickly became a core part of Crave’s identity.

“In retrospect, offering sushi was ambitious. There are Japanese sushi chefs who have dedicated their entire lives to mastering their discipline’s delicate knife strokes. It takes an unimaginable amount of technique to make a truly great piece of nigiri, even though at first glance it looks like nothing more than a slice of fish on a bed of rice. You can’t skip any details when it comes to making sushi. It is a dish

restaurant, for its glowing glass-cased wine rack

that hides nothing. But after so many years honing

towers over all. There are over 100 different labels

our craft, I believe Crave’s sushi is on par with what

to choose from, or 20 by the glass if your table has

you would find in Tokyo.

varying opinions on what wine should be like. This

“Just making sure freshly caught fish arrives

great feat of viticulture has earned Crave the Wine

in the Midwest daily is its own art form, in a way.

Spectator’s Restaurant Award on several occasions.

Back in the early ‘90s raw fish might have raised

If you would rather have a local brewery’s best or a

eyebrows here in Minnesota, but fortunately, over

mixed drink, then you will still find your preferred brand

time, it became much easier to fly it here. This has

of liquid jolliment at Crave. I observed the bartender as

also given Crave the opportunity to offer the fresh-

he performed some kind of brilliant ju-ju with smoke.

est salmon and sea bass – second only to what you

“Woodford Reserve Double Oaked,” he explained,

would eat on a boat.

“makes the best Manhattan if you know how to smoke

“I think it’s safe to say the Midwest has far more

the cocktail glass just right. Smoke it too little and

resident beef experts than fish experts (not counting

you’re only putting on a show; smoke it too much, and

walleye). That’s why we’re just as particular about

you may as well be drinking a campfire.”

the quality of the steaks and burgers we serve. We

As Crave weathered the recent pandemic, they

only prepare Certified Angus Beef. It is the highest

devised two ways to put their scratch kitchen to

grade of Angus available on the market, but you can

good use while their dining room remained at

taste every difference that quality makes.”

half-capacity. These are called Toasty Bun and

I believe I am more qualified to gush about Crave’s

Cluckers – burger and chicken menus, respectively,

drink menu than anyone else, Kam included. An

all within the six to nine dollar range and available

almost reverential mood strikes you as you enter the

exclusively for takeout or delivery.

Crave is located in the Eden Prairie Center. You can visit craveamerica.com to see their menu, order curbside pickup, or summon free delivery via DoorDash. You can also call (952) 479-7440 if you would like to ask the hostess how her day is going.

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The Sign of Success.

Lyndon Moquist Managing Broker

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In the lower level you will find a wonderfully laid out family/rec room, wet bar, guest bed/bath and a walk-out to the jaw dropping backyard with landscaping galore!

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This spacious quality built 5 bedroom, 4 bath 2-story walkout offers classic timeless design with steeply pitched roof (could easily add 2nd story dormers and gabled entry). The possibilities are endless from simple cosmetic make-over to major renovation with potential for opening up large spaces, expanding up or expanding outward in any direction. Newer furnace, air conditioner, water heater and radon mitigation system. Bring your trusted designers, remodelers and builders to help create your perfect home on this rare one of a kind property!

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The backyard is an entertainment oasis.

Enjoy the maintenance free lifestyle in this luxury one level living townhouse built with high quality finishes & plenty of upgrades.

Private west facing views. Main level private bedroom suite. Walkout lower-level features large rec room, 2 bedrooms, 3/4 bathroom and 2 flex rooms - can be used for office or exercise space.

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Elegant finishes and sophisticated layout offers ideal spaces for entertaining and everyday family life. Unparalleled main level Owner’s Suite with amazing closet and opulent en Suite. Walkout lower level boasts a sauna, steam shower, three bedroom suites and recreation spaces. New Cedarshake roof (2017) and new HVAC.

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GIVING BACK A NIGHT TO CONNECT, CELEBRATE AND SUPPORT EDEN PRAIRIE SCHOOLS

ARTICLE ANNA ANDERSON

V I RT UA L R E D & B L AC K G A L A AFTER HOSTING ITS INAUGURAL RED & BLACK GALA LAST YEAR, THE FOUNDATION FOR EDEN PRAIRIE SCHOOLS (FEPS) IS DOING WHAT EVERY ORGANIZATION HAS HAD TO DO – SHIFT GEARS AND ADAPT. On Saturday, March 13th, FEPS will move its premier fundraiser online and host a virtual game night as it honors the winners of its Legacy Awards.

Despite the digital divide, community connection is at a premium and this event will create an opportunity to see familiar faces from across the community. And even bring out some of that competitive spark as participants test their knowledge of Eden Prairie trivia – can you recall the name of the famous movie filmed at Eden Prairie Center?

“The Red & Black Gala is an opportunity for our community to come together in support of our Eden Prairie students,” said Lisa Sisinni, FEPS executive director. “Dollars raised reach Eden Prairie students of all ages and allow us to support

Suzanne Kutina, Linda Wallenberg, & Shelley Kaufman

our earliest learners as they prepare for kindergarten, provide STEM tools to enhance 21st century learning, and ensure we meet the social and emo-

In addition to the gala, you can also support Eden Prairie students

tional needs of our students. We invite the commu-

by bidding in the online silent auction. With items ranging from tick-

nity to join us and be reminded of what makes our

ets and family passes to golf outings and gift cards, you are bound to

community and school district great.”

find something that fits your interests and budget. The silent auction

If there is one thing this year has taught us, it’s that we are surrounded by amazing school and

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is open for bidding March 6th through 14th. New items are added daily and can be viewed anytime, so check back often.

community leaders. The FEPS Legacy Awards were

When we look back on where we’ve been since last March,

created in 2008 to honor teachers and school staff

what has not changed is our commitment to our community and

who have dedicated their careers to the success of

neighbors, as well as the resiliency of our students, teachers and

their students, and recognize volunteers, alumni and

school staff. Let’s make a commitment to get a social event on

community leaders who tirelessly work to support

our calendars for the month of March. To attend the Red & Black

their neighbors. During the event, five winners will

Gala and show your support for the amazing students, teachers

be announced and all nominees will be recognized.

and staff of our district, please visit foundationforepschools.org.

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Pilar Fairchild- Realtor, MEd pilarfairchild@edinarealty.com 952-207-1406 Ken Robinson- Realtor, PSA kenrobinson@edinarealty.com 952-207-1406

Selling? How to Establish a Price for Your Property Seek the advice of your trusted Real Estate experts 1. Be sure to work with a professional when generating the price (and value) before embarking upon expensive upgrades. of the home you wish to sell.

2. Don’t overprice your home in hopes of getting an offer from a buyer

Don't "over-personalize" improvements when who doesn’t know better. preparing for the market.

3. Be wary of automated assessments or online offers that may minimize your home’s value or overlook features that could help you sell for more in Focus on the the future, pack marketplace. away the past, and do a traditional

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Pickles the Dog

ARTICLE DAVID SCHELLER

“I LOVE YOU, PICKLES.”

Pickles, the Actual Dog (photo credit Mabelle Photography)

Katherine Pendergast (photo credit Quantum Productions)

THERE SHOULDN’T BE AN ISSUE OF

But Pickles’ new master doesn’t give

EDEN PRAIRIE LIFESTYLE WITHOUT

up on her. With love and the power of

AT LEAST ONE DOG. This issue’s dog,

squeaky toys she helps Pickles outgrow

Pickles, just so happens to be a very good

her roguish ways, and everyone lives

girl because she inspired a children’s book.

happily ever after.

When Katherine Pendergast’s parents-

Pickles later goes on other adventures.

in-law adopted Pickles from an animal

In Pickles the Dog: A Christmas Tradition

shelter following the 2011 Souris River

she learns about the peculiar German

flood, they were surprised to learn the affa-

tradition of hanging a pickle-shaped orna-

ble mutt had already been adopted – and

ment in the tree, and in Pickles the Dog

subsequently returned – numerous times.

Goes to School she learns about the spe-

Katherine imagined all the mischief

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cial bond which dogs share with children.

Pickles could have gotten up to that

Pickles is currently on hiatus from

might have earned her repeated visits to

adventuring while Katherine, whose pen

the clink. This line of thinking led her to

name is Kat Socks, coauthors a new

write Pickles the Dog: Adopted in which

book with her five-year-old son titled I’m

the titular mongrel is taken to a farm

a Spinosaurus: Bigger Than T. Rex.

where she proceeds to pester the pigs,

If you would like to learn more about

bother the bull, harass the hens and

Pickles and order her books, please visit

annoy the cow.

katssocks.com.

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