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APRIL 2020

The Eco Issue

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

APRIL 2020 PUBLISHER

Alexandra Patty | alexandra.patty@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

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All the Little Things AS I SAT DOWN TO WRITE THE PUBLISHER’S LETTER FOR OUR APRIL ECO ISSUE, I STARTED TO THINK ABOUT PLANET EARTH; WHERE WE HAVE BEEN IN THE PAST, WHAT THINGS LOOK LIKE TODAY, AND WHAT

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THE FUTURE MIGHT HOLD. It is such a big undertaking and can be extremely

Kassi Miranowski, Chanomi Maxwell-Parish, Alexandra Patty, Heather Stetler

overwhelming to ponder all that needs to be done in order to make the planet

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healthy. In reflection, I acknowledged some of the very small steps I have taken in my life over the years to try and help. Recycling, driving less, avoiding buying

Chad Holder, D/O Architects, Sophia Primozich, Krystal Sahlstrom

bottled water, not using plastic bags, picking up random trash - the list goes on and on. I realized I could and should be doing so much more. At the same time, I am confident there are others out there like me who are doing little things every day which can add up to bigger changes. I don’t want to be naïve, just optimistic!

There are many wonderful businesses and organizations working hard to better the Earth. In this issue, we spoke with just a few people in the community who are making an impact. One example is Todd Simning, lead developer on the new sustainable residence, TMBR, which will be located in the North Loop. Todd shed

CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

some light on this unique construction and touched on a few of the environmental

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benefits. We talked to Michael Allen of All Solar Energy about using and saving

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with solar energy and how it’s a great alternative to powering homes. goGLOW was

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your skin in the sun. On a fun note, we asked The Lawnsmith about how we can get

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our yards back in shape now that summer is around the corner.

Earth Day is April 22nd, but I encourage all of us to think about the Earth year-round, and try to be cognizant of our everyday choices. Maybe if we network, take small steps, and do all the little things - there will be big results.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2020

FEATURES 12 Saving With Solar All Energy Solar Shares How To Bring Solar Home

20 All the Perks Resident Susan Ford Talks About Life at Village Shores Senior Community

26 New Kid on the Block North Loop’s Up and Coming TMBR is Sustainable Eco Luxury

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30 A Healthier Glow goGLOW Offers an Alternative to UV Rays

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Giving Back

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Locally Owned

26 Renovate & Refine 30 Trend Setter 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

N ORTHLAND V ISIONS N ATIVE AMERICAN A RT & G IFTS

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GOOD TIMES

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GIVING BACK

ALL ENERGY SOLAR BRINGS SOLAR HOME

Saving With

Solar THE TIMES ARE CHANGING AND IT’S MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER TO THINK ABOUT THE FUTURE AND WHAT DECISIONS WE MAKE THAT MAY IMPACT THE ENVIRONMENT FOR GENERATIONS TO COME. With the immense advancements in technology, consumers now have

based in St. Paul, is doing just that for residents all over

smart, eco-friendly options to consider at their fingertips that

the Twin Cities.

will not only help save the environment, but also save money.

CEO and Co-Founder Mike Allen has had a passion

One way that is growing in popularity is converting homes

for solar energy and the technology behind it since he

to solar energy. All Energy Solar, a locally owned company

was a young boy with early memories of the conversation he heard between his parents and an architect when

building their childhood home. At the time solar energy wasn’t a common practice, but the innovative technology caught his attention and his interest grew. He went on to study energy in college and then worked with numerous large, trailblazing companies during the solar boom. After gaining years of experience and knowledge, Mike and his brother, Brian, decided to start their own business in 2009. All Energy Solar, with the mission to design and build energy systems specialized for each individual customer, providing the highest quality of customer service while ensuring a healthy and innovative environment.

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HOW DOES SOLAR POWER WORK? Solar power has been in use for over 50 years and during that time has become more efficient and affordable. Basically, sunlight hits the panels, generates an electrical current, which is fed into your home through your electrical panel. Solar panels can generate enough electricity to power your entire home.

BENEFITS OF SOLAR ENERGY Many people ask what the benefits are of converting their homes to solar energy. First and foremost, it’s a smart investment. You are actually getting a pay back. You will no longer be renting electricity from the utility company and paying each month with no control of the cost going up. Using the natural sun to generate electricity is a free energy source and doesn’t fluctuate in price or harm the environment. Your utility bill will drastically reduce or you may not even get one. “We as individuals can now control the energy source and feel at ease,” says Allen.

Another benefit is having energy independence. If there is a blackout in the neighborhood, you are not dependent on the utility company getting the grid back up and running, leaving you powerless.

This could take hours, days or even weeks. Homeowners with solar energy and battery storage have the security that their power is still up and running with the ability to take care of their family during these unforeseen times.

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GIVING BACK (CONTINUED)

“WE AS INDIVIDUALS CAN NOW CONTROL THE ENERGY SOURCE A N D F E E L A T E A S E .”

COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS OF SOLAR ENERGY

and explains how it works, cost, the payback and answer any

Living in the Midwest always brings up the question of

questions. Once a homeowner approves the project the con-

solar energy not working due to the amount of sunlight,

struction begins with the installation of the solar power roof

coldness and snow. This is not true; a solar panel system

panels and technical equipment. The average timeframe from

still generates electricity on cloudy days. In fact, Germany

start to finish for a project is 4-6 months. Each project is dif-

is the leading country per capita using solar energy and

ferent and depends on many variables that will be discussed

gets 20-30 percent less sun. In Minnesota we actually get

at the home visit. The ideal season to begin a project is spring

the same amount of sunlight as Houston, Texas. As far

to ensure all components are set-up and ready for the fall

as snow is concerned, light reflects off of the white snow

season, but solar panel installations are done all year round.

and bounces off and hits the solar panels increasing the amount of light the solar panels receive.

All Energy Solar is a trusted leader in the solar energy industry. Providing clean, green, solar energy solutions for residential, commercial, agricultural, and government

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clients. All Energy Solar is one of the few full-service solar

Getting starting is easy. The first step is speaking with a

energy companies that are licensed as a building con-

solar energy expert who will analyze your home using a sat-

tractor as well as an electrical contractor. They are also

ellite system to determine if your home is suitable for a solar

NABCEP certified (North American Board of Certified

energy system. This system will be able to see if there is any

Electrical Practitioners), the highest technical certification

obstruction that may be in the way, such as a large tree that

for solar photovoltaic installers and engineers.

would hinder light to hit the panels. Once your home has

To learn more or to get a free solar quote, call

been analyzed, an expert team member visits you in person,

1-800-620-3370 or visit www.allenergysolar.com.

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LOCALLY OWNED

GETTING BACK TO GREEN THE LAWNSMITH SHARES TIPS TO A HEALTHY YARD

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AFTER ENDURING THE LONG MINNESOTA

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a time and not wait for weeks to mow. When the

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The first step is to clear away all the decayed

damaging the healthy roots.

plant growth that has been hiding under the snow.

+ Aeration – this allows your lawn to breath and

This will give your lawn an opportunity to fully

brings the soil to the top creating a stronger root

soak up the sun and warm rains. Next, you will

base. If you have thinner grass, double aeration and

want to fertilize to help keep crabgrass and other

over seeding is recommended.

weeds at bay. When applying lawn fertilizers, you have many factors to consider such as soil type,

+ Fertilization – giving your lawn extra energy and creating a greener, stronger root system.

what fertilizer is right for your lawn and even how

+ Watering – your lawn needs the proper amount

your lawn is being utilized. Then comes the big

of watering. When you water less frequently (every

step, maintaining your lawn throughout the year.

third day) the grass and roots dry out and the root

This is where hiring an experienced lawn service

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RESIDENTIAL HOUSING MARKET UPDATE FOR FEBRUARY 2020 Minneapolis Lakes Area | Single Family Properties | $500K+ Closed Sales

Homes for Sale

Avg. Sales Price (000s)

% Chg YoY

Avg. Days on Market

Avg. Price per Sq. Ft

2 1 1 -

36 3 1 8 2 8 3 11 -

$860 $600 $1,120 -

+22.8% -

23 31 14 -

$297 $276 $318 -

13 1 1 2 3 4 2 -

71 5 4 12 2 1 27 16 4 -

$615 $710 $525 $583 $629 $619 $616 -

-3.0% +16.6% -26.4% +2.3% +19.2% +2.7% -

92 19 20 112 162 47 129 -

$260 $271 $275 $238 $237 $308 $206 -

Calhoun Isles Bryn Mawr

South Uptown

Cedar-Isles-Dean

East Calhoun

East Isles

Kenwood

Lowry Hill

Lowry Hill East

West Calhoun

Southwest

Armatage

East Harriet Fulton Kenny

King Field

Linden Hills

Lynnhurst

Tangletown

Windom

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ARTICLE CHANOMI MAXWELL-PARISH PHOTOGRAPHY CHAD HOLDER

RESIDENT SUSAN FORD TALKS ABOUT LIFE AT VILLAGE SHORES SENIOR COMMUNITY

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“THERE IS A LOVELY LITTLE POND THAT I’VE WALKED AROUND MANY TIMES.”

WHEN SUSAN FORD WAS SEEKING A NEW PLACE

throughout their grounds, making everything convenient and accessi-

TO LIVE, SHE KNEW AS SOON AS SHE SAW IT THAT

ble for their senior population.

THE VILLAGE SHORES SENIOR COMMUNITY IN

Susan also loves the location of Richfield. “There is a nice grocery

RICHFIELD WOULD BE A GOOD FIT. Susan and her hus-

store within shooting distance, and a nice bit of shopping nearby,”

band had raised a family in a house in South Minneapolis,

she says. Village Shores has a van that will take residents shopping,

near Minnehaha Creek. When her husband passed away

to appointments, and to take part in activities around the city, as well

five years ago, she stayed in her home for another two years

as bringing residents to participate in tours of historic sites in the

before deciding that she didn’t want to worry about the

region. It is also possible to take longer trips: a group went to Iowa

shoveling, grass cutting, and general upkeep of the house.

this winter. Susan says that Brad, the activities director, and the van

She also didn’t want to hire someone else to do it, so she

driver, are both “super” and that when a resident lets them know of

started looking around.

upcoming appointment or event, “they will accommodate it.” While

When she stopped into Village Shores, she was struck by

Susan still drives, she appreciates having this service as an option.

the well-maintained grounds, as well as how pleasant and

The many amenities at Village Shores means that Susan and the

hardworking the staff was. She says that staff member Pam

other residents can stay onsite for entertainment and meals. Susan’s

“took me up to see a little room,” and that sealed the deal.

residency includes two dinners per week, and she says, “The food

Susan is now a three year resident of “a beautiful apartment

is kind of nice. I didn’t realize that the food would be an important

on 9th floor.” The unit has a balcony with a view of downtown

part of it.” The dinner portions are generous enough that she and her

Minneapolis. “It is a beautiful setting,” she says. “There is a

dining companions are able to take some food home. She also meets

lovely little pond that I’ve walked around many times.” Village

with people regularly at the Bistro, which she describes as a “sweet

Shores has created roundabouts and safe walking areas

little cafe downstairs.”

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ALL THE PERKS (CONTINUED)

“THERE’S A LOT OF SOCIAL LIFE AT VILLAGE SHORES.”

Susan says that there are many places and ways to meet people:

Last year, Susan volunteered on the garden committee of Village

there are different groups that meet to play cards, and there is a

Shores, which manages the garden in the memory care area. She says

community room available for resident and family gatherings. She

that the members meet to decide what they’d like to plant, and that the

says that one of her friends in the community had a baby shower for

results were “just gorgeous.” Susan was in charge of watering the small

her granddaughter there. In the evenings, there are various onsite

potted plants that were placed throughout the area, and that the com-

entertainment options. “There are singers and dancers and all kinds

mittee even incorporated an herb garden, where residents could pick

of things for each time of year,” Susan says.

their own herbs. She says that the experience was delightful. “It’s been

She also stays busy and involved around the neighborhood, driv-

fun to get to know people by being on little committees here and there.”

ing for Meals on Wheels and bringing along a friend who doesn’t like

Susan and her husband were avid travelers throughout their lives

to drive. Additionally, she volunteers every Tuesday at nearby Hope

together, and she estimates that she has visited Europe 40 times. The first

Presbyterian Church. She taught for 27 years in the Minneapolis

trip was after her junior year of college: she took a bicycle tour through

Public Schools, primarily in special education, working with phys-

England, France, Switzerland, and Italy. She doesn’t travel such long dis-

ically impaired students who needed extra physical help. Now,

tances anymore, but she says she’s happy to have the memories. She cur-

each week, she has lunch with a group of former coworkers who all

rently takes winter trips to Deer Valley, Arizona, near where her son lives.

worked together at Dowling School. She also has a season ticket to

While she enjoys the sunshine, warmth, and proximity to family, she says

see the theatre performances put on by Artistry in the Bloomington

she always enjoys coming home to her friends, activities, and community.

Center for the Arts. While she no longer drives at night, she has a

“There’s a lot of social life at Village Shores,” she says. “That’s the

group of friends that pick her up.

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• Fully-staffed Fitness Center • Chef-prepared meals in dining room and Bistro • Social Opportunities: book groups, card clubs, sing-a-longs and seminars • Common Areas: Theater, Library, Rooftop Garden, Performance Room, Private Dining Room & more

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RENOVATE & REFINE

New K id on

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MINNEAPOLIS WILL SEE ITS FIRST RESIDENTIAL MASS TIMBER PROJECT BREAK GROUND THIS SPRING. This unique construction will combine boutique luxury living with sustainable resources all while building beautiful homes and bettering the planet.

Todd Simning, lead developer on TMBR shared his passion behind the project and described what Minneapolis can expect.

“I don’t like doing what everyone else is doing,” says Todd, whose interest in TMBR was peaked when he realized how innovative this type of building would be for Minnesota. “Nobody was doing mass timber building on a large residential scale”. After Simning toured the Hines T3 office building in the North Loop (one of the first major multi-story U.S. office buildings to be built of wood in the last 100 years), he knew it was an opportunity to create something different for local residents.

Simning explained that it’s not just the beauty and natural look of the timber. “You are harvesting wood out of second and third growth forests with the wood growing fast at 8-15 years, and you are getting forest certification so it’s a sustainable harvesting…and at the same time more trees are planted.” Since trees naturally take in and contain carbon in their trunks while emitting oxygen, it is essentially taking carbon out of the atmosphere. This benefit is similar to taking cars off the road.

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In addition to the extensive use of sustainable wood, TMBR’s façade

weather, residents can stand under shelter and not need to get

is going to be mostly glass. Units will include 9’ tall windows. “Another

bundled up every day.” Todd is adamant about delivering custom,

thing that makes us different in the condo market is that we have floor

boutique luxury. Residents will find a more subdued style of living

to ceiling glass. When you look at most buildings in the area, the win-

and a quaint and quiet environment where dining and nightlife is just

dows are so small compared to the inner spaces. By allowing more of

a short walk in the North Loop.

that light in you actually pick up more of the mill work and the natural

While seeing is believing, the TMBR sales center allows potential

beauty. When you couple sunlight with the warmth of the wood it has

residents to touch and feel the timber products, see the quality in the

such a warm and inviting, organic feel to it.”

120 lb. doors, the beautiful hardware, the luxurious waterfall sink on

Todd is also “very cognizant of the sound transmission” so TMBR will be built with thick walls and units that won’t touch. In addition

the kitchen island, as well as intricate details in the wood grain used throughout each unit.

to the elegance of the wood used, no detail will be spared with the

Todd references a younger generation and notes with admiration

units that will include Wolf ranges in the kitchen and Kohler hard-

that they are continually requesting cleaner food, a healthier envi-

ware and bath accessories. TMBR has also partnered with Martin

ronment, and limited waste. He thinks the trends are heading in the

Patrick 3 and Martha O’Hara as preferred interior decorators for

right direction, and people are making conscious decisions to live

the signature collection that will include eight penthouses of the 51

better. “I want to be able to take this to other parts of the country. If

total available units. Other amenities include a building caretaker

we can do our first project well and have it be successful here in the

and an onsite manager in addition to concierge service available

Twin Cities, other developers are going to come in and tour it and

during the business week to assist residents. There will also be four

actually get excited about a luxury, boutique condo or hotel project

below ground levels for parking to accommodate both residents

made out of mass timber.”

and guests. TMBR is the only 10 story building zoned in the area

Once ground is broken, the TMBR build is estimated at 17 months.

with unencumbered views of the city. Todd smiles while describing

51 units will be available starting at $525k. For more information,

another unique amenity – a rooftop dog run where “in inclement

visit tmbrnorthloop.com.

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TREND SETTER

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STARTING GOGLOW? goGLOW owner, Melanie graduated from the Aveda Institute and was travelling to Mexico for a graduation celebration vacation.

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Your friends and family will notice that you look healthy, youthful and glowing from the inside out - without an orange tinge!

WHAT MAKES GOGLOW UNIQUE? goGLOW started as a mobile-only spray tan business in 2011. We opened our first brick & mortar location in Uptown in June of 2014 when we saw the need for a faster service at a lower price point. goGLOW strives to provide a clean, professional, affordable, perfect spray tan. Since opening, we have since developed our own clean and non-toxic product line and solution that gives our clients the flexibility of showering along with the color they seek.

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WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF GOGLOW? Anytime any of our clients use their goGLOW products or get a goGLOW tan instead of spending time in the sun or a tanning bed, we call that a win. Clients are becoming more health and beauty conscious and staying out of the sun, as we now know the negative effects the sun has on our skin, from sun spots to skin cancer.

An extra health benefit is the confidence boost from a healthy glow.

WHAT CAN A NEW CUSTOMER EXPECT WITH THE GOGLOW EXPERIENCE? We provide a detailed preparation guide to all clients so that they are mentally and physically prepared before their service, and to ensure their skin is in prime goGLOW condition! It may sound complicated, but it’s pretty simple; exfoliate the day before, rinse the same day with water only and do not apply any products to the skin before coming in. We then have a consultation about each individual clients skin tone and skin type, and discuss their glow goals so that we can create the perfect goGLOW for them. We hand apply the tan meticulously, and dry the client before they dress. They leave knowing all of our after-care advice and can take home our goGLOW product line to help maintain their color.

WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS THE MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION YOU GET FROM CUSTOMERS? Will I look orange? No. If you follow our prep guidelines https://goglow.co/how-to-prepare/, and avoid Dove/Dial products then you are in the clear!

Which is better - rapid goGLOW or regular? Our rapid solution allows our clients to rinse off 2-5 hours after they are sprayed. Both give a beautiful result - and last equally as long and fade the same. It’s just a matter of personal preference and the clients schedule.

TIPS ON HOW TO MAKE GOGLOW LAST AS LONG AS POSSIBLE? EXFOLIATE and HYDRATE! We are partial to our EXFOLIATE mitt which gives the best result for prepping.

Drink enough water, avoid hot showers, have a humidifier in your home in the winter and moisturize twice a day.

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APRIL

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

2-5 PROGRESSIVE NORTHWEST SPORTSHOW 2020

Minneapolis Convention Center

Come check out power boats, fishing boats, pontoon boats, motors, marine electronics, trailers, lifts, docks, personal

levels. Age-structured hunts will be held

film event and one of the longest run-

at 11 and 11:45. Enjoy snacks, crafts and

ning film festivals in the country. Each

baskets, tissue paper flowers and spin art!

year, the festival presents more than 250+ bold, exciting, and moving works

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from new and veteran filmmakers from

GOLDY'S RUN

11-30

around the globe.

TCF Bank Stadium

watercraft and more at the Northwest

Join thousands of runners on the beautiful

Sportshow! This event also covers a vari-

5K route through campus or the 10 mile

ety of topics, including demonstrations of

that runs along the Mississippi River. All

techniques and tools on boat and motor

races start at TCF Bank Stadium and

Emma Woodhouse prides herself on

cutaways that end with question and

finish on the 50-yard line. The race ben-

being a matchmaker with an impeccable

answer sessions.

efits the University of Minnesota Masonic

track record. Her latest scheme revolves

Children's Hospital. goldysrun.com

around sweet Harriet, whom Emma

4 ANNUAL SPRING EGG HUNT Van Cleve Park

Hop on over for the annual Spring Egg hunt at Van Cleve Park from 10:30 AM -

EMMA

Guthrie Theater

advises to reject a perfectly good mar-

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riage proposal in favor of another eligible

39TH ANNUAL MSP INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

surprises, this fresh adaptation interprets

bachelor. But her best-laid plans are

St. Anthony Main Theatre

12:00 PM. There will be a fantastic egg

Minneapolis St. Paul International Film

hunt in the beautiful park for various age

Festival (MSPIFF) is Minnesota’s largest

turned upside down. With comedy and the Jane Austen classic in delightfully unconventional ways.

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17-19 MINNEAPOLIS REMODELING EXPO 2020

including gloves and bags are provided, so

underdog—a cute, yet mischievously feisty

come enjoy a day of fresh air and Spring

little girl takes on the world and, with an equal

cleaning! minneapolisparks.org

share of moxie and music, unlocks hearts and changes lives through kindness, love, and

Minneapolis Convention Center

This comprehensive home show brings together homeowners and many of the most knowledgeable and experienced remodeling and building experts in the Minneapolis

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spirit. This beloved musical is based on the

EARTH DAY 5K BEE RUN/WALK

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Boom Island Park

comic strip, Little Orphan Annie.

area. Explore every aspect, from the smallest

Family-friendly and dogs welcome on a course

design detail to the largest house addition.

that travels through one of the city's most his-

Professionals will be on hand to share their

toric and naturally beautiful areas. Learn about

valuable knowledge to bring your ideas to life

efforts to protect pollinators, enjoy live music,

The Minnesota Craft Beer Festival will

or inspire you with new ones.

entertainment, and Earth Day festivities. Take

feature limited-release beers, world-

part in an organized river cleanup. Save our bees

class

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and their habitat by participating in this national

and live music from 12:00 PM to 7:00

movement! athlinks.com/event/170286

PM. Proceeds will be donated to Twin

LORING PARK EARTH DAY CLEAN UP

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MINNESOTA CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL 2020 Minneapolis Convention Center

breweries,

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Cities Habitat For Humanity's House

Loring Park

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Children's Theatre

Minneapolis Solid Waste and Recycling for

Times are tough, spirits are low, and the

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