Minneapolis Lakes, MN June 2021 by City Lifestyle

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LET’S FIRE UP THE GRILL, FIND A PATIO, OR GET OUT BY THE WATER! June is all about the start of summer in the Minneapolis Lakes community. There are so many things to do and such a short season, so time really is of the essence.

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Sue Baldani, Courtney Reed CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

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Our team is continuously inspired by what is happening locally, and this month is no exception. June is our Men’s issue, so we made it a point to connect with a few locally owned businesses operated by some good guys. We spoke with Matt Frakes and Peter Mogck, childhood friends and the founders of Paddle North. In the past few years, stand up paddle boarding or “SUP” has become a fun and easy way to get out on the water, connect with nature and get some core exercise packed into your day. We met up with Nils Snyder, Michael Brehm and Mike Doyle of Kenwood Commercial to learn what’s happening on the commercial side of real estate. Residential in 2021 has proven to be a hot market, but if you want to be in the loop for commercial, this is the team for you. In the financial sector, we spoke with David Reiling at Sunrise Banks about their origins, how they have evolved, what you can do to support others through your accounts, and how banking can help

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The Minneapolis Lakes team also interviewed Ed Crandall, owner of Five Star

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currently. So, if a major remodel isn’t in the budget, perhaps paint can do the trick!

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Finally, we reached out to Kowalski’s for one of their tried-and-true steak recipes, and learned a bit more about their phenomenal meat and seafood department. However you find yourself celebrating the start of summer in our beautiful state, I hope you’re enjoying every minute of it.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2021

FEATURES 16 Get on Board! Paddle Your Way to Fun

20 Get Your Grill On Mouth-watering Options for Great Meals at Home

24 A New Day is Dawning Sunrise Banks is on the Horizon of Change

34 Give Your Project Five Stars Experienced Painting Professionals

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Good Times

Around Town

Our Town

34 Open House 38 Lifestyle Calendar 42 Culinary Creations

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Faribault, MN, the Faribault Woolen Mill is a living testament to American craftsmanship. Founded in 1865, the year Lincoln died and the Civil War ended, Faribault woolens are renowned for their comfort and quality. Shop their Heritage Day Tent

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Sale of men’s apparel, blankets, pillows and accessories June 16th – 19th at the Faribault store located at 1500 NW 2nd Avenue. More information at 507412-5534 or www.faribaultmill.com

IMMIGRATION MEDICAL EXAMS Minneapolis Health Clinic is now offering Immigration Medical Exams. These services include the Green Card Medical exam,Immigration Immunization, along with filling out and submitting I-693 paperwork. If you or your business is in need of these exam services, please visit minneapolishealthclinic.com or call/text 763496-5708 for all your healthcare needs.

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OUR TOWN

ARTICLE SUE BALDANI PHOTOGRAPHY BY PADDLE NORTH

WHEN HIGH SCHOOL FRIENDS MATT FRAKES AND PETER MOGCK MET UP YEARS LATER, THEY STARTED TALKING ABOUT THEIR LOVE OF WATER SPORTS. But the more they talked, the more they realized a vital segment of water equipment was missing. “Everything available at the time was more surf focused, with a lot of Hawaiian flowers and neon colors,” says Matt. “It wasn’t really what we thought a customer here in the

Get On Board! PADDLE YOUR WAY TO FUN

Midwest would want.” Since Minnesota has a really strong water culture, they wanted to celebrate that by making a product that was a little simpler and blended in with the environment better. From a performance perspective, it also needed to excel on flat bodies of water, such as lakes and rivers. So, they set out to make a product that fit these parameters. Matt’s background is mechanical engineering and Peter’s is in marketing and sales. Together, they came up with a board design and started building them in a garage. Shortly after, due to high demand, they moved to outside manufacturing. This was in 2014; in 2016, they quit their day jobs and focused exclusively on their new company, Paddle North. “Paddle boards are what we started with, but over the last few years we’ve evolved into a water sports company

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that makes kayaks and utility docks,” says Peter. People just pop the

“So, we have kayaks and paddle boards that can actually pack

dock into the water and hang out on it. At the end of last year, they

up into a backpack. With this drop stitch PVC material, we cut the

launched their wake surfer, which is a wake surf board.

weight but increase the durability, and this widens the sport to a lot

In the last four to five years, they say they’ve also doubled down on

of people who don’t have direct water access or a cabin to store it in.

innovative inflatable technology. “A large part of our customer base

They can just throw it in the trunk of a car or bike down to the lake

is downtown city living, and storage and transportation is a major

with it on their backs.”

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Stand up paddle boarding, they say, is not as difficult as some people may think. There’s some getting used to it, but if you’re on a properly sized board, it’s going to feel comfortable. You can focus on paddling and it’s not a constant effort to stay afloat. “We size people for the boards and it’s less about height and more weight driven,” says Matt. “A lighter person can go on a bigger board, but a heavier person would feel uncomfortable on a board that’s too small. You have to know who is going to be on the board, if there will be fishing gear, or dogs or kids, and come up with a weight capacity that will be on the board.” People of all ages love their products, adds Matt. Younger people seem to appreciate the inflatables more, while older people who have more storage options either buy them for themselves or to keep at the family cabin for children and grandchildren to enjoy. Paddle North also offers paddle challenges. “It’s a really exciting program we started and it’s really taken on steam as customers get passionate about paddling,” says Peter. They create fun and interesting things to do on the water using their products or similar products and once these challenges are completed, participants earn really cool free badges. It’s all based on an honor system. There are also plenty of how-to videos on the website, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced water paddler. Being in the water and out in nature is a great way to spend a day with family and friends. “It’s a grounding experience to break away and unplug and have tranquil time outside,” says Peter. “I think a lot of people have rediscovered that this past year. Being outside was one of the only forms of entertainment, whether it was walking, biking or being on the water. The benefits of that are immeasurable and it’s how memories are made.” You can find Paddle North stores at the Mall of America, in the Rosedale Mall, and at its headquarters in Columbia Heights. There will be a new store opening this summer in Grand Rapids, as well as a pop-up summer store in the Ridgedale Mall. For more information and Paddle North locations, go to https:// paddlenorth.com/. IG: @paddlenorth. 18

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GET YOUR GRILL ON

MOUTH-WATERING OPTIONS FOR GREAT MEALS AT HOME

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Many of their offerings are grill ready and easy to prepare, such as marinated chicken and steak kabobs. “We have a lot of stuff for the grill and what’s really fun about shopping at our stores is that you can get a lot of different selections and varieties of flavor profiles. These include some you don’t see every day, like rosemary garlic, raspberry chipotle, and fajita pineapple.” Kowalski’s Markets also has plenty of prepared seafood dishes. “We get really great seafood from all over the world. Depending FAMILY-OWNED-AND-OPERATED

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swordfish, which are all great for grilling.” There are also salmon

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burgers and fish kabobs ready to go.

DUCE DEPARTMENTS. And, many of their products are sourced from local farms.

During Covid-19, says Troy, many people have become more comfortable with cooking delicious meals at home. “You get a good bottle

“The owners are foodies at heart and what’s fun about working

of wine, some steak or seafood, and a side dish from our produce

and shopping in our stores is that we’re all just a bunch of foodies,”

department, and you can really put together a five-star meal. Anybody

says Troy Schmeling, meat and seafood director. “I think shoppers

can put together a fabulous meal if they start with great ingredients.

feel that energy, and when they come in, they’re going to find something interesting every time.”

“When a customer comes back and tells us that the steak we recommended to go along with that asparagus was the best steak they

Progressive Grocer has just named Kowalski’s Markets one of its Outstanding Independent Retailers for 2021. And with good reason. All of their meats are free of hormones and antibiotics. “That’s

ever had and the best meal they ever prepared, that’s our home run.” To see what else they have to tempt your tastebuds, go to https://www.kowalskis.com.

where it starts for us,” says Troy. “We believe that animals raised the right way, with humane handling, produce a higher quality product.” All of their prime and choice beef comes from a company in Kansas, which sources most of its cattle from Nebraska, Kansas, and South Dakota. “It’s pretty important that the beef we buy comes from the region that raises the highest-quality beef, and that’s the Midwest.” Every one of their staff members, says Troy, goes through basic cooking classes so they are all well versed in how to prepare the different

“When a customer comes back and tells us that the steak we recommended to go along with that asparagus was the best steak they ever had and the best meal they ever prepared, that’s our home run.”

items they offer. “We’re selling a high-quality product so we have to be able to help our customers prepare it right. We want to make sure when you leave the store you’re really comfortable with what you purchased and how to cook it.” With warm weather here and people contemplating what to grill, Kowalski’s has some mouth-watering options. “We sell a Kobe-style beef that’s called Akaushi, which is a Japanese-bred cattle that are now all across the Midwest,” he says. “We also sell all the traditional steak cuts – New York strip, ribeye, top sirloin, and filet mignon. We have a signature burger blend that’s called our short-rib burger, which is a really juicy burger. We also have inclusion burgers with bacon and different cheeses.”

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COMMERCIAL MARKET STATISTICS by Multi & Single Tenant | Q1 2021 Minneapolis CBD Northeast Northwest Saint Paul CBD Southeast Southwest West Grand Total

# of Bldgs 162 224 104 47 178 239 99 1,053

Inventory 36,706,238 22,748,320 8,098,037 10,460,374 14,141,079 25,458,723 11,871,137 129,483,908

Total Available (SF) 7,438,632 2,040,182 728,899 1,252,131 2,590,271 4,370,361 2,349,489 20,769,965

Total Vacant (SF) 6,680,457 1,760,379 561,527 1,474,030 1,887,841 3,545,340 1,965,269 17,874,843

Total Absorption (SF) (230,826) (52,929) (64,897) 30,595 (93,290) (424,016) (128,230) (963,593)

YTD total Absorption (SF) (230,826) (52,929) (64,897) (3,532) (93,290) (424,016) (128,230) (963,593)

Vacancy Rate 18.2% 7.7% 6.9% 14.1% 13.4% 13.9% 16.6% 13.8%

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COLLABORATION, EDUCATION, TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNITY ARE AMONG THE CORE PRINCIPLES SUNRISE BANKS HOLDS NEAR AND DEAR. David Reiling, current Chairman and CEO, believes banking is a big part of a community and its fabric. “It starts with access, convenience and fair pricing,” says Reiling, who joined his father William Reiling in the mid-90s after learning the ropes of urban banking with 1st Interstate Bank and Citibank in Los Angeles. Upon returning to Minnesota to help with the banks his father had purchased, David comments that, “No one had mastered the social service banking space,” and there was a lot of opportunity in urban communities that were perceived as failing. With an entrepreneurial spirit and vision to make change, the Reilings set out to build something different. Today, Sunrise Banks isn’t just an ordinary financial institution. They have chosen a unique path in deciding to play an active role in social and environmental issues while incorporating empathy and responsibility into the core of their foundation. The Sunrise Banks locations are still predominantly urban aiming to attract, serve, and support small businesses, create jobs, and reinvest in neighborhoods. David realizes it is important to learn how to navigate different communities and ethnicities in order to bridge the gaps and become a “catalyst for change and mindset of a community.” Since Sunrise is a mission driven organization, with goals to be the most innovative bank empowering financial wellness, they are not afraid to take a stand on the future of banking. The Sunrise team believes in a people-based combination of communication, ARTICLE COURTNEY REED PHOTOGRAPHY LUCY HAWTHORNE 24

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“We plan to stand by ou r va lues and i nvest i n the needs of the com mu n ity. It ta kes extra work, but that is what’s necessary for a city to keep grow i ng.”

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education, technology and collaboration which includes partnerships with local non-profits and financial technology or -- “fintech”-- companies in order to increase community engagement, convenience, and accessibility for members of varying urban economics. Since banking is highly regulated, David is incredibly proud of the Sunrise Banks’ certifications and says, “You have to walk the talk.” One of their several accreditations includes a CDFI or certification for Community Development Financial Institution which is granted by the U.S. Treasury and is rigorous with its criteria and yearly audits. Certified every year since 2001, Sunrise Banks, to date, is the only CDFI- certified organization in Minnesota and nearly the entire Midwest. Another impressive accolade is their B Corp Certification which speaks to governance, policies and transparent banking operations. Currently, Sunrise Banks ranks in the top 10% of B Corps and has for the last seven years. Every year the requirements get tougher, and David says it is truly a way to “test their mission.” Recently, Reiling himself has been elected Chair of the Global Alliance for Banking on Values (GABV), which is an alliance of 66 banks worldwide who focus on a triple bottom line of social and environmental impact and financial sustainability within the communities they serve. From the U.S. to the Netherlands, Italy to India and beyond, these banks are striving to break the traditional mold through strategy, innovation, and collaboration in order to bolster communities of underserved people. With Covid, their 2020 annual meeting was hosted completely virtually by Sunrise Banks and provided a combination of pre-recorded and live events with 49 straight hours of content. Reiling is proud to say that “Minnesota has so many global connections” and being able to strategize with these allies moving forward is key to future financial movement. When you’re invested in Sunrise, your bank account can truly make a difference. The Sunrise Impact Deposit Fund helps fund loans to support small and local businesses, affordable housing, and nonprofit organizations. David says to, “Think about where your money sleeps,” and when asked about the future of Sunrise Banks, mentions their goal to positively impact and serve 250 million lives by 2028. Their North4good volunteer organization was born out of assisting Habitat for Humanity and helping to complete a full housing project build in just 60 days. It took 700+ volunteers, but they were successful and had fun. David says oftentimes, “You go to volunteer to help somebody else, but you always end up learning more about yourself.” Recent conditions have blossomed, and Sunrise Banks is looking forward to continuing their local, national and global influence. With new innovation, high tech delivery systems, education and hard work, David looks forward to an up-and-coming generation of dedicated team members and youth who care deeply about the environment and social responsibility. “We plan to stand by our values and invest in the needs of the community. It takes extra work, but that is what’s necessary for a city to keep growing.” To learn more, visit www.sunrisebanks.com and www.north4good.com 26

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“There are a lot of qualified brokers in the

different specialties from international trade to retail

market, but the biggest thing is to make sure the

to office, so we all look at things in a different way

person focuses exclusively on commercial to really

and from a different mindset,” says Mike Doyle, one

understand what’s happening,” says Doyle. “Pretty

of the three founders. “We can bounce challenges

much every client we’ve worked with has come

off each other and come up with creative ways to

back with favorable results at the end of the day

work through things. And having three very senior

and is happy with our services.”

qualified people come together helps all of us.”

“All we have is our honesty and integrity,”

Doyle, along with the other founders, Michael

says Snyder. “Hopefully, our reputation precedes

Brehm and Nils Snyder, have known each other for

us. We have a long track record of providing

14 years and have previously worked as a team at

proven results. While we can’t make the market,

a global commercial real estate firm. After many

we work extremely hard to help clients under-

successful years with the company, they decided

stand the market and how to adapt to its ever

to go out on their own and focus exclusively on

changing variables.”

the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. Kenwood Commercial opened for business in 2019. When looking for a commercial broker, Snyder says it’s important to find someone who listens,

Of course, with COVID-19, the commercial market has been turned upside down. Many retail stores closed, and office workers started working out of their homes.

understands the business, and offers solutions

“COVID upended office space as we know it

for its unique requirements. “Every transaction is

today,” says Doyle. “It had definitely slowed down

different and each solution needs to be custom

a lot, but we’re seeing it pick up again right now.

made. We strongly recommend looking at a bro-

We’re seeing companies becoming more com-

ker’s experience, their understanding of the market

fortable with having some sort of office environ-

conditions, and an ability to make a connection.”

ment. People say it will never be the same, but at

Snyder focuses on leasing major office projects,

the same time, the idea of having a place where

as well as tenant representation assignments,

people can get together and work together is very

while Brehm specializes in leasing and sales

important to companies going forward.” CONTINUED >

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However, the space itself is changing and they say there’s not a one size fits all solution. More money and thought is going into spaces so colleagues are not sitting right next to each other and are able to gather in a more open environment. “We’re definitely seeing a draw more towards suburban offices right now,” says Brehm. “We’re also seeing a lot of shorter-term leases. So instead of the usual seven to 10 years, it’s now three to five. That is to create the flexibility to navigate through these uncharted territories.” Tenants also have different concerns than they did pre-COVID. “Business owners spend more time asking questions about cleanliness and safety,” says Doyle. “People are now more interested in the heating and cooling elements in the building and how the air is purified.” They may also prefer office space that they can easily walk into instead of having to get into an elevator. “In addition, when assisting tenants, it’s not just about looking at the brick and mortar of the building,” says Brehm. “It’s things like ‘Who is the landlord? Do they have a reliable property management team in place? Does the building have good amenities that your employees are going to like?’ We’ll also go into depth in order to know if the asset is well financed and what the capital structure looks like: Is it healthy, or is there a loan coming due? We’ve had a few that you can only know if you’re totally focused and local.” To learn more about the team of Kenwood Commercial, and how they can help you as a landlord or business owner, go to https:// www.kenwoodcommercial.com/ (952) 212-0757. 1516 W Lake Street in the Citadel building.

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“We have a ton of references f rom people who a re happy

w ith the work we’ve done, wh ich ma kes it easier for people to ma ke a decision.”

AFTER RETIRING, ED CRANDALL WANTED TO CONTINUE

across the United States and Canada. (In January 2015, Five Star

WORKING AND RUN A SMALL BUSINESS. He and his wife,

Painting was acquired by Neighborly®, a home-services platform

Mary Beth, a commercial interior designer, had done three

founded in 1981.)

home flips as well as several remodeling projects in their own

In the beginning, since Crandall was still somewhat involved

home. As the general contractor on the flips, he dealt with the

in his former business, Dennis Imbody, a friend and former busi-

many sub-contractors needed for projects such as painting,

ness partner, took on the majority of the day-to-day operations.

tiling, and flooring.

Imbody is still with Five Star today. Mary Beth is involved as well,

“I started to look at different business opportunities, such as

and is available for color consulting services. She can help cus-

businesses that were for sale, which led me towards franchises,”

tomers choose paint colors and ensure that they feel comfortable

says Crandall. Since he was already familiar with remodeling, he

with their choices.

gravitated towards that industry.

Five Star Painting of Southwest Minneapolis offers interior,

Eleven years ago, he opened Five Star Painting of Southwest

exterior, residential and commercial painting services as well

Minneapolis. Five Star, founded in 2004 by two friends who

as drywall and water damage repair. It can also remove pop-

painted houses to pay their way through college, became a fran-

corn [textured] ceilings to give homeowners a more modern

chise in 2005, and since then has grown into a national brand

smooth ceiling.

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“With i nter iors, people

a re genera l ly goi ng back to more neut ra ls, so lots of l ig ht g rays a nd l ig ht g ray blues. Versions

of wh ite a re a lso ver y

popu la r. People a re st i l l

doi ng taupes a nd beiges, but less f req uently.”

The company confidently stands behind all of its work.

As far as paint brands, Crandall prefers to use Benjamin

Five Star offers a two-year warranty, so if something hap-

Moore and Sherwin Williams. “Probably 70% of the paint

pens within two years, Crandall’s crew will come back and

we use is Sherwin Williams. They’re set up to work well

fix it. And that warranty is also backed up by its national

with contractors and are the largest paint company. They

parent company. His crews, Ed says, are made up of honest,

have by far the most extensive selection of paints and

hard-working people. “All of our workers have insurance. I

have the expertise to help with specialty coatings”.

carry insurance too, which is a backup to their insurance.”

white is still fairly common, and in many cases it’s all

what you’re going to get,” says Crandall. “We have a ton

white - white trim and siding. “White is the most common

of references from people who are happy with the work

trim color, but over the last few years there’s been a lot of

we’ve done, which makes it easier for people to make

requests for bold colors. So dark blues, dark grays and in

a decision. I’m never going to be the cheapest guy, but

some cases, dark red.

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Popular colors change over time. For exteriors, he says,

“If you call up random painters, you’re never too sure

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“With interiors, people are generally going back to more neutrals, so lots of light grays and light gray blues. Versions

of white are also very popular. People are still doing taupes

Similarly, new exterior paint can add a whole new level of

and beiges, but less frequently.”

curb appeal.

Since temperatures have to be on the warmer side

Five Star handles standard mid-sized painting projects

for exterior painting, his crews usually start in the mid-

to more extensive large painting projects. Service areas

dle of April and continue until the middle of October.

stretch to about 15 miles west and 15 miles south in a trian-

Sometimes, there are projects in November, depending on

gle from the southwest corner of Minneapolis, including cit-

weather conditions. Of course, interior painting projects

ies such as Edina, Bloomington, Eden Prairie, and Richfield.

go on year-round. Since COVID-19, people have been spending more time

“Spring starts our busiest season,” says Crandall. “We’ll be doing as many as 20 estimates a week.”

at home and have noticed cosmetic issues that may have been overlooked in the past. So, sprucing up their resi-

To find out more or to schedule a free estimate, go to

dences has become more of a priority, and a fresh coat of

https://www.fivestarpainting.com/sw-minneapolis/ or

indoor paint can do wonders for the look and feel of a house.

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SINCLAIR LEWIS: 100 YEARS OF MAIN STREET EXHIBIT Minnesota History Center

Sinclair Lewis is one of many famous

people to come from Minnesota. His novels and short stories sold millions

of copies, many were made into films, and he was the first American to win

the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1930. Discover the legacy of this brilliant author whose literary works and social critiques of American life ring true today. mnhs.org.

5 MIDSUMMER MELODY: A VIRTUAL SYMPHONY BALL Minnesota Orchestra (Virtual)

Enjoy an evening of beautiful performances! For 64 years, Symphony Ball has brought people physically together to benefit the Minnesota Orchestra. There have been a myriad of formats, themes, and venues. This year, the Symphony Ball will be virtual and available on YouTube. RSVP at minnesotaorchestra.org to learn more about this no-cost event.

5-6 FAMILY TREE WALKS

Mississippi River Visitor Center

This new Tree Walk program is a great family activity. Learn to identify specific tree types that can be found in your neighborhood. Participants will grab a field guide from a park ranger at the visitor center, then walk to Upper Landing Park to find tree species. Afterward, discuss your findings with a park ranger. Learn more at parkconnection.org.

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5-20 WONDERLAND

Collide Theatrical Dance Company

This steampunk dance theater spinoff of Alice in Wonderland takes place at “Wonderland,” a premier mental institution run by Dr. Andrew Knight. The dance theater experience, created to suit safety requirements of COVID-19, will bring the audience a compelling story of friendship and acceptance in an effort to ease the stigma attached to mental illness. Learn more at collidetheatrical.org.

5 ALL ABOUT DOGS

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum - Chaska

Join the new 2021 All About Dogs day experience at the Dog Commons, the Arboretum's on-leash dog trails. Explore the 65-acre Dog Commons and visit up to 40 vendors at the Dog Expo. The Dog Commons is not "just an on-leash dog trail." It's about the entire experience of being outside in plant-rich landscape with an animal companion. arb.umn.edu.

12-30 RAYYANE TABET NEW EXHIBIT Walker Art Center

Trained as both an architect and a sculptor, Beirut-based artist Rayyane Tabet investigates peculiarities of the built environment through multifaceted installations that play with the perception of physical and temporal distance. Weaving together personal stories with official accounts, Tabet’s work often provides another lens with which to view the past as well as its unexpected connections to the present. CityLifestyle.com/MinneapolisLakes

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EASY CHIMICHURRI FLANK STEAK WITH TOMATO-AVOCADO SALAD

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INGREDIENTS + 1 lb. flank steak + extra virgin olive oil + about ½ tsp. kosher salt, divided + freshly ground Kowalski’s Black Peppercorns, to taste + 1 avocado + 1 pt. grape tomatoes, halved + 1-3 tsp. freshly squeezed lime juice, to taste + chopped fresh Italian parsley + Kowalski’s Chimichurri Sauce

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DIRECTIONS

Brush steak lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper; grill over direct heat on a grill preheated to high, lid down, until steak reaches 130°, turning once about halfway through cooking (about 10-12 min. total). Remove from the grill; let rest 10 min. While steak rests, dice avocado and combine with tomatoes in a medium mixing bowl; dress salad with about 1 tbsp. oil and lime juice to taste. Season with salt and pepper; garnish with parsley. Slice steak on the diagonal across the grain and top with chimichurri; serve alongside the salad. Serves 4.

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