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LIFESTYLE LETTER

“Thank you, thank you very much!”

Hello Eden Prairie Lifestyle Readers, I am feeling especially thankful these days. I am thankful for the enormous bird I look forward to disassembling with the help of my family. I am thankful for my beautiful wife, whose love and encouragement bear me through the most demanding challenges a magazine publisher must endure (which in fairness aren’t all that demanding in the grand scheme of things).

I am thankful for my editor, that abnormally handsome paragon of literateness who may or may not have helped me pen this letter of gratitude.

But above all else, I am thankful for you. Your devoted readership makes everything I do possible!

This very special edition of Eden Prairie Lifestyle features several wonderful businesses and non-profit organizations that make our town the best place in the world to call home. We have Urban Speech Therapy, which helps children find their voices. We have Brighter Days Family Grief Center, which helps children fare better after losing loved ones. We have the PROP Shop, which makes clothing, cookware, furniture, and other household necessities immediately available to families in need. We have the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce Women’s Committee, which raises money that benefits women in business and strengthens our community. We also have Eden Prairie Center, which makes it easy to find gifts that perfectly symbolize your appreciation for your loved ones.

Enormous thanks are in order for Sheldon Peters Wolfchild and Kathie Case, whose story of the Sacred Red Rock is one of the most fascinating ever to grace this magazine’s pages. It is heartening to know that a cherished relic has been restored to its rightful place with the Dakota people.

As always, I would like to thank all of Eden Prairie Lifestyle’s sponsors, without whose generous support we could not mail our magazine directly to our readers’ homes. I always welcome any feedback or interest you may have in appearing on our magazine’s pages!

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Eden Prairie Schools Hosts the Wellbeing Fair On August 29th, over 1,200 staff members of Eden Prairie Schools gathered at Eden Prairie High School to kick off the new year! Eden Prairie Schools highlighted their strategic plan's priority for increased employee and student wellbeing by welcoming over 30 local organizations to host booths and share their services with staff members. The organizations focused on all aspects of wellbeing: mental, physical, and even pet! edenpr.org

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Urban Speech Therapy Sponsors Twin Cities Walk for Apraxia On September 23rd at Parkers Lake in Plymouth, families and friends of children with apraxia of speech walked to raise money and

awareness for the condition. As one of the event’s sponsors, Urban Speech Therapy participated in the Twin Cities Walk for Apraxia by offering fun activities for kids and raffling off prizes from local businesses. Julie and her team are delighted to have given their support to such a great cause! urbanspeechmn.com

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Neighborhood Pet Store Day at Pet Evolution Pet Evolution celebrated Neighborhood Pet Store Day on September 23rd quite appropriately: by being a great neighborhood pet store. Their expert groomers keep Eden Prairie’s best boys and girls looking beautiful and dognified. Their self-serve wash stations make bathing Rex easy. Cats are also in on the action thanks to Pet Evolution’s wide selection of healthy foods and treats. Visit 8248 Commonwealth Dr today, or request the mobile nail trim van: (952) 491-6561. petevolution.com

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TAP 2023 THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE’S CELEBRATION OF BEER AND INNOVATION ARTICLE BY DAVID SCHELLER

On September 9th, 2023, TAP 2023 transformed downtown Shakopee into the most happenin’ spot on Earth!

Hosted in partnership between the City of Shakopee, the Shakopee Chamber of Commerce and Shakopee Public Utilities, TAP 2023 featured unique beers by 40 Minnesotan breweries including August Schell, Back Channel, Bald Man, Castle Danger, Fat Pants, Gambit, Inbound and Indeed, as well as Shakopee’s own Badger Hill, Brewhall and Mana. At 6pm Shakopee Chevrolet proudly presented A Salute to the Music of Prince, a free concert by the inestimably talented performers of Chase & Ovation.

TAP 2023 also featured several of the innovative businesses that have turned Shakopee into one of the Twin Cities metro’s leading economic powerhouses, such as Steelhead Outdoors, which designs and manufactures high-tech modular gun safes; REMastered Sleep, which has developed the world’s first water bottle that fights snoring through tongue exercise; Otso Cycles, which makes versatile, performance-first bikes inspired by the spirit of the Northwoods; and Written Hugs Designs, which creates thoughtful and sensitive greeting cards.

“We’re grateful to all of our neighbors in Eden Prairie who joined us for TAP 2023,” said Michael Kerski, director of planning and development for the City of Shakopee. “We’re blessed to have provided a strong economic foothold for so many great businesses, and to showcase them to our community during our thrilling annual extravaganza. If you weren’t able to attend this year, then let me be the first to wholeheartedly invite you to TAP 2024!”

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The Sacred Red Rock A People and Their History, Reunited

ARTICLE BY DAVID SCHELLER

The stars and the earth have guided the way for the Sioux people since time immemorial. The former are above interference, as each star holds its course and its aim eternally. The earth, however, is all too vulnerable to the whims of the irreverent.

Many important sandstone rocks once dotted the Minnesotan landscape. The blushing anomalies were far more than waymarks alongside the trails traditionally traversed by the Sioux. They were sacred objects: representations of Mother Earth venerated by the Sioux as part of their inextricable spiritual connection to the land.

White settlers’ indifference to the Sioux way of life did not bode well for the Sacred Red Rocks. Some were pulverized by dynamite or beneath the faces of sledgehammers to deter the Sioux from congregating on privately owned land. Others have been squirreled away by private collectors who regard them as little more than curios. But a few – too few, but a few – have been restored to their rightful place with the Sioux people.

“Inajapi,” said Sheldon Peters Wolfchild, a tribal member of the Mdewakanton Sioux Nation. “In our language, that word means standing up and accepting responsibility to do what’s

“In 2004 our elders held a ceremony at Newpor t United Methodist Church, which is the current location of one of our Sacred Red Rocks. It was then that Chris Leith, Ernie Peters Longwalker, and other spiritual leaders of the Dakota Nation decided to renew our ef for t s to relocate Sacred Red Rocks to our land in Mendota – the center of the ear th, where the Minnesota and the Mississippi Rivers meet .”

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right. As a representative of the Lower Sioux Indian Community’s group of elders, inajapi compels me to safekeep our traditional belief system.

Our group does not concern itself with politics.

We only wish to preserve the spiritual path that stretches behind and ahead of our people.

“In 2004 our elders held a ceremony at Newport United Methodist Church, which is the current location of one of our Sacred Red Rocks. It was then that Chris Leith, Ernie Peters Longwalker, and other spiritual leaders of the Dakota Nation decided to renew our efforts to relocate Sacred Red Rocks to our land in Mendota – the center of the earth, where the Minnesota and the Mississippi Rivers meet.”

As fortune would have it, one of the lost Sacred Red Rocks was rather unambiguously sitting in Eden Prairie. One of its previous locations was included in the 1854 government survey of Eden Prairie Township. Betty Curle Baxter, who grew up on one of our town’s old farms, recalled a peculiarly large and reddish stone near her home where Sioux people would regularly gather. And when Mike McGraw sold his land in 2012, he suspected the rock it contained was of sufficient importance to merit its relocation to his friends’ front lawn. They were soon-to-be Mayor Ron Case and his wife Kathie, who presently serves as president of the Eden Prairie Historical Society.

“Betty made the whole thing possible,” said Kathie. “We hadn’t known what the Sacred Red Rock looked like or where it was located before she stepped forward with documentation. In a great stroke of luck, Betty also attends the same church as Bill Konrardy – a personal friend of Sheldon’s who was able to corroborate her account.”

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Sheldon soon verified the Sacred Red Rock’s authenticity through ceremony.

The specifics of that ceremony are sacrosanct. “We have our own belief system, which is correct, and which we aren’t obliged to explain to the non-Indian,” said Sheldon. “If you would like a deeper understanding of our beliefs, then I recommend reading God Is Red: A Native View of Religion by Vine Deloria, Jr., or watching The Doctrine of Discovery: Unmasking the Domination Code, a documentary I produced alongside Steven Newcomb of the Shawnee tribe.”

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The exact whereabouts of the Sacred Red Rock are no longer a matter of public record.

It has been secreted away by the Dakota elders to a place where it will be protected, respected, and central to future ceremonies.

“I have been involved with the historical society for 34 years,” said Kathie. “Of everything we have ever done, nothing has felt so rewarding as witnessing the reunion of the Sacred Red Rock with its rightful heirs. Our role was admittedly small, but I believe the city of Eden Prairie is blessed to have become a footnote in the Dakota people’s immeasurably long history.”

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A little boy, at an age where little boys typically speak. The boy’s mother, who had never heard her son speak true words before. Three months at Urban Speech Therapy in Eden Prairie. The little boy’s mother never wept harder for joy: “ma.”

Breakthroughs like these are Julie Urban’s specialty. She and her team of four full-time speech-language pathologists help children grow, learn, and build confidence in their communication skills in a caring, compassionate environment. Julie began Urban Speech Therapy out of her home, though it has quickly grown into a successful small business making a big difference in children’s lives.

“Speech therapy has such a wide scope of practice, from articulation, apraxia and phonology to social skills, fluency and language development,” said Julie. “Kristin, Abby, Kristina, McKenzie, Isabel and I are all here because we love working with children and

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giving them a voice. Parents’ and caregivers’ reactions to even the smallest milestones take us through the full gamut of emotions. Sometimes we laugh. Sometimes we cry. But we always feel intensely rewarded.

“We use a total communication approach. Pictures, words, sounds, signs, tactile and visual cues – anything that can bridge the gap between a child’s thoughts and their speech is an invaluable teaching tool. Urban Speech Therapy is one of very few clinics in the area with therapists who are trained in PROMPT: a tactile-kinesthetic approach that uses gentle touch cues to guide the child through targeted words, phrases and sentences. I am currently the only Twin Cities speech therapist listed in the Apraxia Kids Speech-Language Pathologist Directory.

“We keep speech therapy interesting to children by giving them lots of positive reinforcement, like stickers, charts, tokens, games, movement breaks, and plenty of high fives. We structure activities so children know what to expect, but we

also mix things up with fun weekly themes. Next year we will even have our therapy dog, Luka, joining the team.

“We adapt speech therapy to meet the child’s needs and interests. For instance, we work with a girl who is super interested in High School Musical, so we talk about the movie, sing its songs, and make memory games out of the characters’ pictures. We recently worked with a little boy who was fascinated by the WWE. That worked out perfectly! He needed practice pronouncing his R’s, and every other pro wrestler apparently has at least one of them in his name.

“We’re presently meeting with a 5-year-old boy three times a week. When he first came in, his speech was difficult to understand even to his family. He is now speaking in four- and fiveword phrases, and he’s revealing a sense of humor no one knew he had before. He makes people laugh and smile every day!

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Urban Speech Therapy is located at 6409 City West Parkway, Suite 206 in Eden Prairie. Please visit urbanspeechmn.com to learn more, or call (952) 5008871 to schedule an initial consultation for your child.

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“Our sweet 5-year-old son, Robert, has dealt with severe speech and communication difficulties for most of his life.

Within one day of starting at Urban Speech Therapy, we were given a name for our son’s condition, a game plan filled with actionable goals, and hope in the possibility of improvement. Having been diagnosed with severe childhood apraxia of speech and provided with an intense treatment plan tailored to him, Robby was able to meet his first set of goals within three months. Urban Speech Therapy truly helped our son find his voice, with compassion, kindness, and support. Robby can now say, ‘Thank you, Urban Speech Therapy!’”

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The PROP Shop RESALE WITH PURPOSE

“Mankind was my business. The common welfare was my business; charity, mercy, forbearance, benevolence, were all my business. The dealings of my trade were but a drop of water in the comprehensive ocean of my business!”– Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol Eden Prairie Lifestyle cannot tell you how to be a good person. That would fall under the purviews of religion and philosophy, on which there are far better authorities than our humble staff.

But I can tell you how to feel like a good person: commit acts of kindness toward those around you, and know your existence benefits others. Doing so gives you purpose no matter your purviews.

The PROP Shop makes it easy to do immediate good for your neighbors in Eden Prairie and Chanhassen.

The non-profit resale store offers quality clothing, furniture and household goods for sale to anyone who would like them. The store is for the benefit of the PROP Shop’s Family Services, which supply essentials to local families in need.

“The things people need the most are the same things they use the most,” said Vicki Bomben, operations manager for the PROP Shop. “Sheets, blankets, pots, pans, dishes, silverware, clothes, kids’ clothes; our Family Services provide them all free of charge.

High demand means we are always in need of these goods immediately. If you have a pot stashed away that you can’t remember last using, this could finally be its year to cook someone’s Christmas dinner. Just bring it into our donation center!

“Demand for our Family Services isn’t just high.

Recent economic affairs mean it’s sadly also increasing. We gave out 257 beds in 2022. We gave out 244 during this year’s first 8 months alone.”

The PROP Shop does not expect such magnanimity as to receive dozens of donated beds each month. And there, in my opinion, is what makes it so great. If you would like to feel what Victor Hugo described as “a penny’s worth of paradise,” then the PROP Shop is always available to graciously accept your generous cash donation.

“The PROP Shop has helped over 3,300 local families since first opening our doors in 2007,” said Vicki. “Our non-profit could only accomplish that much thanks to our community’s benefactors, who give us the cash we need to buy essentials as soon as our clients request them. We constantly purchase socks, underwear, and other garments that usually aren’t donated – and are seldom in usable condition when they are.

“I helped a single mother just recently. Her two daughters had both outgrown their beds, and she, dealing with a health crisis, could not afford new ones. When she first reached out, one of her daughters slept on a plastic bag laid out across the floor.

We immediately bought her an air bed, just to hold her over until we could deliver new full-size beds and mattresses for both girls.

“The PROP Shop doesn’t only provide necessities. A few months ago a client mentioned to me that she was looking for Legos for her son who really loves Star Wars. Good fortune really had it out for that kid that day, because what comes in half an hour later? A big Star Wars Lego set. I’m told he still plays with it to this day.”

The kindness of strangers isn’t limited to donated items and money. The PROP Shop could not have given away almost $4 million worth of necessities over the years without hands-on assistance by more than 3,650 volunteers.

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“When you donate your time to the PROP Shop, you do much more than make a huge, positive impact on the community,” said Vicki. “You become a part of our own little special community as well. I’ve watched many strangers turn into fast friends while volunteering together. It’s easier to form bonds with people when you share the same goal of helping others.

“It’s also easy to strike up a conversation over some of the more interesting things that flow through our donation center. Historic diaries aren’t an uncommon find here. The other day it was all hands on deck figuring out the purpose of some alien-looking doodad. (The committee ruled it is a hot dog slicer.) One time one of our volunteers, Ace, who was then in her nineties, noticed a certain book that looked like one which had belonged to her father. Further inspection revealed the inscription that proved it was in fact his!”

This holiday season, give clothes, cookware, furniture, and everything else people need to the people who need them most. Visit propshopep.org to learn how you can support the PROP Shop, or visit the donation center at 15195 Martin Drive, Eden Prairie Tuesday through Saturday, 10am-3pm. Each bag or box of donations may not exceed 40 pounds (volunteers’ rotator cuffs are irreplaceable). If you want to donate furniture, great! But please call Vicki and her friends first at (952) 224-7051, as they aren’t prepared to accept all furniture.

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Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce Women’s Committee It’s a blueberry pancake breakfast with friends. It’s competing at bingo for fabulous purses – with beer. It’s the Ladies Golf Clinic, which makes the world’s most maddeningly difficult sport just a little more approachable.

It’s raising money for training, programs and scholarships that benefit women in business and improve our community as a whole, and fostering rewarding connections across a growing network of women entrepreneurs.

It is the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce's Women’s Committee: by and for ladies who are invested in our local economy

and want to see it thrive. Join if you believe you have anything of value to offer other businesswomen. Attend their events even if you have no particular interest in business, but are rather intrigued by the concept of purse bingo.

“I joined the Women’s Committee because I want to help women become better leaders,” said Kim Guild, Realtor and president of The Guild Group at Keller Williams Realty.

“All of our members share that in common: we take joy watching other women succeed.

That’s why we learn from each other, grow thanks to each other, and lift one another

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up. If professional advancement is your personal goal, then the Women’s Committee welcomes you to meet the people who can help get your career to the next level.”

“I came from the corporate world, and am no stranger to the conventional method of ladder climbing,” said Mallorie Rife, Realtor with Edina Realty. “That’s part of the reason why I believe our group is so important. We provide professional women with a supportive, non-competitive community they may not have known even existed. I was sorry to see the Women’s Committee fade away during the pandemic. Yet thanks to Kirsten Barott, who joined the chamber in 2021 as our relationship and events manager, our group is now on track to full revival.”

“Our growing community engagement says it all,” said Kim. “Attendance at our quarterly Women’s Networking Breakfast has doubled since we resumed hosting the event. It’s grown that much in so short a time because everyone in the community is welcome to join us and network. To our members and guests, networking is never about immediate gain. Instead of adding notches to our belts, we’re actively exploring how we can combine our resources to help elevate small businesses. And if I’m being perfectly fair, I think we can also attribute some of the

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Networking Breakfast’s recent success to The Original Pancake House which so graciously hosts us.

“Our Purse Bingo events at Fat Pants Brewing Co. have also become increasingly popular, and not solely on the strength of networking opportunities. We drink beer, play bingo for purses, and have fun while raising money for our programs. Vendors who have sponsored recent events include Dr. Amanda Haeg of Cadence Chiropractic, Kristin Derus Dore of Eden Biofeedback, and Matt Rosen of Sergeant Shortbread. Matt’s amazing cookies didn’t earn him a special pass. Purse Bingo is a co-ed event, because we thought it would be inhumane to keep men away from beer.”

“Now that we’re regaining our momentum, we’re excited to reestablish the Women’s Committee’s positive presence in Eden Prairie High School students’ lives,” said Mallorie. “Our mentorship programs are invaluable to young women who are only just beginning their careers. In addition to guidance in her chosen field of study, we give each mentee direct connections to local industry leaders who can dramatically accelerate her career trajectory.

“Most of all, we’re excited to continue showing women that they can have it all without sacrificing their work-life balance.

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"If professional advancement is your personal goal, then the Women’s Committee welcomes you to meet the people who can help get your career to the next level.”

work and loving moms at home, and we all radiate the compelling, uplifting energy that bolsters any aspiring entrepreneur. We’re not in the Women’s Committee to see what we can get. We’re in it because we love sharing what we’ve got.”

“Believe in yourself, have a sound plan, and surround yourself with good people,” said Kim. “When you get right down to it, those are the three elements to success in business – life – everything, really. Wherever you are in your professional journey, the Women’s Committee is

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here to give you everything you need to go further.”

You are invited to the Women’s Committee’s upcoming PowHER Up Networking Breakfast and Purse Bingo events this November. If you would like to learn more about joining, then you are welcome to reach out to co-chairs Kim and Mallorie at kim@theguildgroupmn. com and mallorierife@edinarealty.com, or Kirsten at kirsten.barott@epchamber.org. epchamber.org (FB) EdenPrairieChamber (TW) EPChamber (IG) EPChamber

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Eden Prairie Center

Nestled in the heart of Eden Prairie, Eden Prairie Center is where holiday magic comes to life. This 1.4 million square foot retail stop seamlessly weaves together shopping, entertainment, and dining for families. It offers a diverse range of experiences that promise to make your family's holiday season unforgettable.

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Beyond its five major department stores, including Von Maur, SCHEELS, Kohls, JCPenney, and Target, there’s so much more in store.

With over 100 shops to explore, from LOFT, Talbots, Chico's, Francesca’s, American Eagle, Buckle, Eddie Bauer, Men’s Warehouse, Travel Style for luggage and travel essentials, Kitchens for kitchenware, and High Score for games and collectibles, there's something to cater to every fashion taste and interest, ensuring that each family member finds the perfect style for any festive occasion.

In the world of jewelry, you'll discover options to suit every budget and style preference. From the exquisite elegance of Riddle's Jewelry, featuring Pandora, and Brugen Jewelers to the selections at M Jewelers, Queen's Jewelry, and Let’s Roar, there's a perfect piece waiting for every family member.

Eden Prairie Center is not just a shopping destination; it's a place to create cherished family memories. Younger visitors can hop aboard the Choo Choo Express Train for endless fun, choose their ride at Safari Adventures, or jump for joy at the Spider Jump.

Entertainment options are aplenty at Eden Prairie Center. Pick a unique game or the latest best seller at Barnes & Noble, catch the latest family-friendly movies at AMC Theatres Eden Prairie 18, or embark on thrilling virtual adventures with Sandbox VR. Enjoy a sit-down meal or cocktails at Wildfire and Crave.

Need a parent’s night out? Let the kids enjoy a program or party at Hi-Five Sports Zone, including a variety of fun sports under the guidance of great coaches. Pamper yourself at O Chi Massage Spa or one of the many salons including LA Nails, Q Nails, La Grace Boutique, or JCPenney Salon and Spa.

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Amidst the retail wonder and variety of shops, 21 dining options, from full-service to courter-service and specialty food shops, beckon as a family comfort and friendly spot. Satisfy your cravings with a variety of options, from a comforting caffeine boost to delightful popcorn experiences. These diverse eateries cater to every family member's palate, providing the perfect opportunity to refuel during your shopping journey.

But wait, there's more! Immerse your family in the holiday spirit: Santa Claus will be here to spread cheer and capture precious moments during our heartwarming photo sessions. Plus, more than 15 local community groups will take the stage this holiday season to perform songs and dances, adding to the joyous atmosphere.

Embrace the season, create cherished family memories, and explore the delights of shopping at Eden Prairie Center with over 100 shops to choose from. Visit edenprairiecenter.com and make this holiday season truly special for your family!

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One in 15 Minnesotan children will experience the loss of a parent or sibling before they turn 18. Their grief is often overlooked and minimized within their schools and peer circles. Brighter Days Family Grief Center, an Eden Prairie non-profit organization that has served grieving children since 2017, is on a mission to change that.

“We provide free support and services to children and young adults who are grieving the terminal diagnosis or death of a loved

one,” said Carolyn Kinzel, founder and executive director of Brighter Days. “In addition to free grief counseling and support groups, we host Camp Erin Twin Cities, a nationally recognized youth grief retreat that combines education and emotional support with fun, traditional camp activities. It’s a safe environment where children ages 6 to 17 can explore their feelings, learn essential coping skills, and connect with other grievers who ‘get it.’”

Although it is observed nationally on the third Thursday of November each year, Children's Grief Awareness Day didn’t receive official recognition in Minnesota until Governor Tim Walz signed a proclamation in 2021 submitted by Carolyn herself. “I am grateful to our governor for granting us a statewide platform to help expand Brighter Days’ mission of promoting greater awareness and sensitivity to children's grief.” The framed proclamation proudly hangs CONTINUED > NOVEMB ER 2 0 2 3 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM/E D E N P R A I R I E

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on the wall at Brighter Days, where it serves as a continual reminder of their determination and compassion.

“Daily, we advocate for grieving children by helping their teachers, peers, and any other adults in their lives understand how they can be more sensitive and understanding. When my son lost his father in middle school, not having friends or teachers acknowledge his grief was extremely painful for him.

We hear this so often from the kids we work with, and that was the motivation to make sure children’s grief awareness became an actual initiative within our state. Children deserve to feel supported, not isolated, by the people surrounding them at a time in their life that is confusing and scary.”

Brighter Days’ holistic model of care ensures that all family members have a support system after the death of a loved one. “If we are only supporting our youth, and not the people who care for them and who are also grieving,

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then we are not acknowledging the deep familial scars that can happen within. This is why Brighter Days provides support for all family members, including extended family members. We understand that grief has no timeline or age limit.” Children’s Grief Awareness Day falls on November 16th this year, coinciding with the GiveMN statewide fundraiser for non-profits. Brighter Days was awarded matches of $25,000 to help sustain their free youth programming.

“People have an unending capacity to help grieving children, but are understandably uncertain of how to help.

That’s why Children's Grief Awareness Day is so special; anyone can get involved in simple yet meaningful ways.”

To participate, visit brighterdaysgriefcenter.org and request a lawn sign. Wear blue and tag #brighterdaysmn on November 16th, and double your donation by visiting givemn.org/organization/brighterdays.

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Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving or an autumn dinner party, setting a festive table creates the perfect cozy atmosphere. Improvise and use what you have around the house for adding elements to the table. Candlesticks, vases, little pumpkins and gourds, or fall decor you have on hand can make a great centerpiece. Add fresh flowers or dried foliage for that extra layer of texture and color.

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This French antique dining room set was chosen for an intimate gathering for four. The fawn table runner mimicking deer spots brings an earthy, yet elevated foundation as the base for this table setting. Coordinating fawn napkins wrapped with twine and topped with natural feathers creates a whimsical touch. The stunning centerpiece starts with a vintage silver water pitcher that is then filled with fresh, sweet arrowwood Viburnums leaves.

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Suburban Homestead Retreat! Spectacular and rare find, tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac neighborhood. Not your typical Bloomington rambler-This fully updated property includes an endless list of unique features. 600sq ft addition adds show stopping great room with abundant windows, vaulted ceiling, and stone surround fireplace. Addition also includes an owners suite with full bath offering a peaceful sanctuary. One level living including 3Beds/2Baths and 2 living spaces on the main floor plus, 4th bedroom, bath, rec room, and family room in the lower level-convenience and privacy for all. Updates abound, including New roof, windows, bathrooms, flooring, front porch etc..

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$1,500,000 McDonald Magnolia Sport Model in the Hills of Johnson Ridge! To be completed by spring of 2024. Other home packages from $1M to $2.5M. Visit model home at 11152 Johnson Ridge, Eden Prairie 55347. Our on-site model hours are Thurs. – Sun. from 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm or by appointment for more information.

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Don’t miss out on this amazing renovated home on picturesque lot at a great value! Spacious, quality-built home with extensive updates inside and out. Enjoy 23x16 Great Room w/ fireplace, gorgeous paneled wood, and expansive windows overlooking large, flat backyard. Beautiful natural and engineered wood flooring throughout upper two levels. New carpet in lower level and freshly painted inside and out. Bright updated Kit. with cozy Dinette. Main Office/ Den. Stately Living Room and formal Dining Room. Convenient 3/4 main Bathroom and Laundry also on main level. Upper-level boasts hardwood floors, 4 Bedrooms and 2 updated Bathrooms. Primary Bedroom easily fits a king size bed, walk-in closet, 1/2 Bath. Lower-Level features paneled Amusement Room, Recreation Room, and plenty of storage space. This spacious, renovated home is offered at a great value and convenient to every amenity imaginable!

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8325 Beard Road, Bloomington $450,000

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1415 Mount Curve Ave, Minneapolis $3,495,000

A Grand-Manor estate home on historic Mt Curve surrounded by leafy grounds; an inviting family haven that offers flexibility to live, work and entertain. The owners have invested more than $2M lovingly restoring the property, honoring its history and craftmanship while modernizing its systems and infrastructure. The primary family spaces on the 2nd floor offer 4 outsized bedrooms plus an office and nursery; A refined 3rd fl offers yet more flexibility with bedrooms and kitchenette. Extensive enhancements include Black Walnut floors and Mahogany carved millwork, ornate grillwork, custom ceilings, 40+ stained glass windows all backed by custom thermo-pane sashes that add efficiency to the authenticity of the originals.

A tunnel from the home leads to a Carriage House and heated garage all situated amongst lush gardens and driveways with ample off-street parking. A one-of-a-kind property, re-imagine Downton Abby, efficiently modernized and conveniently accessible to all Mpls has to offer.

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Betsy Ferguson 612-327-9292 • BetsyFerguson@EdinaRealty.com

5908 Xerxes Avenue S , Edina $360,000 Great Edina location. Many recent updates include refinishing the hardwood floors, a complete kitchen remodel with induction cook top.

Finishing of the upper-level bedroom.

All new windows. New main service panel. On demand water heater. New roof and gutters. Updated landscaping.

Improved parking. New lighting. Remodeled basement with new flooring and lighting. All the work has been done!

9479 Bandy Lane, Minnetrista $550,000

Luxurious living in this thoughtfully crafted custom one story walk-out home located in the highly desirable Hunters Crest neighborhood.

Bright & spacious open floor plan boasting vaulted ceilings, Beautiful H/W floors, vaulted Sun room w/ in-floor heating, gas FP w/ custom built cabinetry surround, spac great rm, lg breakfast bar, SS appl, Beautiful oak cabinetry, Informal dining, mudroom, maint free deck, Main floor office w/ french doors, Lg owners suite w/ walk-in closet, dbl sink vanity, walk-in shower, jetted tub, main floor full bath, 6 paneled doors throughout, entertainment friendly finished LL, exercise room, billiards area, spac media room, 2 generous bdrms, 3/4 bath, massive storage rm, zoned HVAC, Irrigation sys, RO system, Newer roof (2018) spac flat backyard, quaint covered front porch, 3 car garage, Enjoy easy access to neighborhood parks, the Dakota Regional Trail, shopping and dining!

Close to Lake Mtka & Lake Waconia amenities. ONE OWNER HOME. Love where you live!

Randy Kellogg 612-240-2924 • RandyKellogg@edinarealty.com

For career opportunities Call Lyndon at 952-944-7107 or www.LyndonMoquist.com

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events A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

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Fall Ladies' Fair at The Mustard Seed

10000 G R EAT PLAIN S BLVD, C H AS KA | 6 :0 0 P M Join The Mustard Seed for the annual Fall Ladies’ Fair on Nov. 3rd, 6–9pm. Enjoy live music, check out amazing products by local vendors and crafters, and learn neat things at a workshop. It’s all taking place in a toasty warm greenhouse! Event continues 10am–2pm the following day. themustardseedinc.com NOVE M BE R 6T H

AppleHouse Holiday Boutique at Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

3 675 ARBORETUM DR , CHAS K A | 1 0 :0 0 A M The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum’s AppleHouse turns into a holiday boutique Nov. 6th through Dec. 20th. Stop by for apples and winter squash – no reservation or membership required! All proceeds directly support the Arb’s research programs and general operations. arb.umn.edu NOVE M BE R 1 3T H

Zumba at Eden Prairie Community Center

16700 VALLEY VIEW R D, EDEN P R A I R I E | 5 :4 5 P M Ditch the workout. Join the party! Zumba is a dynamic dance program designed for everybody and every body, with easy-to-follow routines that incorporate fast and slow rhythms to make you sweat and improve your cardiovascular endurance. edenprairie.org NOVE M BE R 2 4 T H

A Three Tenors Christmas at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres

501 W 78TH ST, CHAN HAS S EN | 6 :0 0 P M The NorrSound Tenors, led by Nathan Bird with Aaron Humble and David Walton, are bringing their powerful vocal harmonies and spine-tingling high notes to the Chan. Kick off the holiday season at this Three Tenors inspired concert, featuring “O Holy Night” and epic opera ballads including “Nessun dorma.” Shows also on Nov. 25th, 26th and 27th. chanhassendt.com NOV EM BE R 2 5T H

Pictures With Santa at The Mustard Seed

10000 G REAT PLAIN S BLVD, C H AS K A | 1 0 :0 0 A M Ho ho ho! Join The Mustard Seed Nov. 25th through Dec. 17th, 10am–1pm to have your kid’s photo taken with Jolly Old St. Nick himself! And if festive houseplants happen to be on your personal wishlist, then you’ll really like what you’ll find at The Mustard Seed. themustardseedinc.com D EC E M BE R 2 N D

Prairie School of Dance Presents Noel!

9301 EDEN PR AIRIE R D, EDEN P R A I R I E | 6 :0 0 P M Join Prairie School of Dance for a meaningful, engaging, and family-friendly performance highlighting the joy of Christmas – through dance! Sugar Plum ballerinas. Tap-dancing Christmas trees. Leaping shepherds! All of your favorite Christmas characters will come together at Grace Church to celebrate the true reason for the the season. prairieschoolofdance.com

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