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In these pages, you’ll find that both of our features highlight ways in which homeowners are putting their personal and intentional touches on their homes. From tending to needs that come with multigenerational living to embracing hobbies and special interests with at-home spaces, we offer an inside view into some ideas that you might find of interest for your own home. Our features begin on page 30.

We also take a look at how our outdoor spaces can affect our at-home experiences.

We know that gardening and landscaping endeavors are of particular interest to you, and sometimes the best results come by way of a tabula rasa, of sorts—a clean slate when it comes to particularly troublesome vegetation. We have a local expert who provides a starting point. Turn to page 20.

Speaking of home—have you ever had a bout of homesickness, or did one of your kids come down with a case of it while away at camp or college? This time of year can be tricky and not just as Halloween comes knocking at our doors. For some college students, the proverbial bloom can be off the rose come October. The excitement of being away at college, meeting new people and experiencing new levels of freedom can run a little stale as the realities of coexisting with roommates, handling personal and financial situations, and keeping ahead of the academic curve can become a little haunting.

This is when a little touch of home can go a long way in curing what ails your college student. In our Tastemakers section on page 50, we offer ideas for a Halloween-inspired care package (We’re never too old for tricks and treats!) that features local goodies and some recipes for homemade treats.

Don’t forget to add an issue of Lake Minnetonka Magazine into the box, so your far-from-home student can keep on top of what’s new and fun in this neck of the Metro.

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staff writers Zoe Deal Ava Diaz Daniel Huss Madeline Kopiecki Staci Perry Mergenthal Kira Schukar Hillary Streitberger

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Shake well. Pour mixture over cracked ice.

If using, float 151 rum on top of the mixture. To float rum, slowly pour it over the backside of a spoon and into the glass. For added flair, carefully ignite layered 151 rum with a candle lighter. Garnish with mint, orange slice or other fruit.

(Smashed) Pumpkin Martini • 1 Tbsp. sugar • ¼ tsp. pumpkin pie spice • 3 Tbsp. vodka • 2 Tbsp. half-and-half • 1 Tbsp. canned pure pumpkin puree • 1 Tbsp. maple syrup • ¼ tsp. pure vanilla extract Combine the sugar and ⅛ teaspoon of the pumpkin pie spice on a small plate. Dip the rim of a chilled martini glass in water, and dip in the sugar to coat. In a martini shaker filled with ice, combine the vodka, half-andPhoto: Chris Emeott

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For those looking for an engaging read for the month of Halloween, New York Times bestselling author Chris Bohjalian’s Hour of the Witch is a thriller set in 1660s Boston and centered on a Puritan Fall is one the most popular seasons at the

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While it seems unlikely

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Autumn col-

hot beverages and its signature apple cider

that this setting would lend

ors are popping everywhere—from the gardens

mini donuts. (This destination is a mile west

itself to a courtroom drama,

near the Oswald Visitor Center to the many nat-

of the main arboretum entrance and doesn’t

this story of a marriage gone

ural forests and meadows on the arboretum’s

require admission, membership or reservations.)

wrong for a young Puritan

1,200 acres. Minnesota-grown apples, pump-

woman is compelling and

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keeps readers deeply invest-

Enjoy this sampling of events to celebrate

ed in her fate. The heroine of

the harvest, fall colors and local autumn flavors.

the novel, Mary Deerfield, is

Yoga in the Gardens: Join local yoga teachers at 10 a.m. October 2, 6 p.m. October 20 or noon October 30 for a class in the Sensory Garden.

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trying to divorce her violent

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husband, and, as the title

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water bottle.)

implies, this is a dangerous

ing more than 300 varieties grown by staff at

time for a woman to draw

the Arboretum’s Horticultural Research Center.

Fall Color Trail Run: Pick your course (1K, 5K or

attention to herself.

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10K), start time and ideal date to take in the fall

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colors on a trail run or hike. This event is spread

guessing as to who’s to

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over October 7–9 to prevent overcrowding of

blame and what the final

the Dahlberg Terrace and Scarecrow Hill.

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verdict for Deerfield will be.

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pumpkins, gourds and squash, plus apples, apple pies, apple cider and gourmet food items from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. daily. Tuesday–Sunday,

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Make-your-own pizza is a crowd-pleasing affair, with everyone able to pick their favorite toppings, but, for me, it’s also a somewhat self-serving choice. I probably have the most adventurous palate in my family, and pizza gives me a chance to enjoy the foods and flavors I love.

My pie is usually loaded with alternative sauces and “unpopular” veggies, and it’s almost always topped with olives and drizzled with something my kids think is “weird.” (Consider: baba ghanoush, sweet, pickled peppers, Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, pepperoncini, chopped roasted and salted pistachios, fresh mint and spicy honey.)

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Growing Pains Get a handle on an invasive species and create beauty and biodiversity.

IS THERE REALLY a gardening season? Any time of year is the right time to tend to gardening endeavors—whether it be planning, planting or pruning.

For those interested in addressing a particular troublesome interloper— buckthorn—now is the time to act. We asked Alison Feik, a professional gardener based out of Excelsior, for guidance.

“As Minnesotans, we love our forests and wild places ... Our consistent rains, deep, rich topsoil and long days of sun create [an abundance of growth],” she says. “All this life has been in relative

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balance, functioning autonomously for thousands of years and is a pride of our region. Yet, like so many facets of modern life, human intervention and the advent of modern practices (such as transporting plants to one bioregion to another) has created a problem, which now requires a concerted effort to reverse.

The balance that we have enjoyed in the past is now threatened by an aggressive, noxious, invasive species.” AKA: buckthorn. “[It’s] our number one problem plant affecting the local, natural ecosystems,” she says.

Feik says buckthorn is easy to identify, especially in the spring and fall. “It’s the first plant to produce leaves and last to lose them,” she says. It can be found among shrubs and trees and between adjacent properties that have been left wild for privacy or from lack of attention.

“Sometimes, it’s even been planted as a hedge. This is because the species was originally sold at nurseries,” she says.

Did you know that buckthorn is more than a bush? “Many people are surprised to learn that the 20-foot understory tree with a thick gray trunk is not a desirable

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tree in their yard but rather a mature buckthorn,” Feik says. “The mature trees are the most damaging, as they produce huge amounts of berries, spreading seed throughout their property and neighboring communities.” If you need another reason to rid your property of buckthorn, consider this: The berries act as a laxative for birds and mice, making it easier to disseminate the seeds.

Buckthorn is also a sunlight hog, as it were. Feik says, “They block the sun from the saplings and herbaceous plants we desire, hogging the light and moisture they need to thrive. When buckthorn grows, it creates thick stands that are practically impossible to pass through.

Native plants can’t compete, thereby reducing the habitat and food sources animals relay on, as well.”

What is the solution? “We need to eliminate the buckthorn on private property, as well as municipalities, removing it from our parks,” Feik says. “Removing these plants now will make it exponentially easier to protect those ecosystems than if we ignore it and address it in the future.”

Get at it with a saw and an herbicide, Feik recommends. After sawing down the trunk, sparingly use herbicide on the freshly-cut trunk to treat the stump, or cover the stump with a black plastic bag in lieu using the herbicide. “This will keep the plant from shooting up vigorous suckers, growing back from the ground, as the living root system isn’t killed through cutting down the plant alone,” she says. In some instances, the roots can be dug or pulled out of the ground.

Note: You might have to continue removing the saplings from the seed bank (Berries that have been dropped that can remain in the soil for several years before germinating.) for a year or two. “It does take time and effort, however, after your buckthorn is removed, you’ll find you have more of your property back.

This gives you an opportunity to plant desirable species in place of the removed buckthorn, creating both beauty and biodiversity,” Feik says.

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SEVERAL YEARS AGO, Excelsior proprietors Jennifer and Tim Caron purchased a beautifully-preserved circa 1899 house on George Street, just a short walk to The Commons, Port of Excelsior and the charming amenities of Water Street.

Constructed by the distinguished Reuben DeGroodt family, the home sits in what is now the last remaining large green area in historic downtown.

In 2021, the Carons turned the DeGroodt House into a private indoor and outdoor event space for up to 150 guests outdoors, surrounded by a thoughtful mix of vintage, rustic, antique, modern and wooded style.

The house is available to host intimate events, including chef-prepared dinners, social gatherings, holiday parties, milestone celebrations, weddings, fundraisers, meetings and luncheons.

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Furnishings: Find handmade rustic cross back chairs and farm tables made with square head nails.

It includes open customizable space and a catering kitchen.

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Capacity: 75–100 guests standing in mingling area.

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Vibe: Guests are treated to this woodland, dappled sunlight, forest floor, secret garden retreat with romantic nights under the lights.

Capacity: 150 guests standing; 75–100 guests organically seated among the circle of mature spruce trees.

The Suite

Vibe: Understatedly stylish, the space is personal and comfortable but not in a basic way. It’s accented with Minnesota and Lake Minnetonka touches like Faribault Mill blankets, area magazines and thoughtful pieces from Excelsior shops like Golden Rule Gallery.

Furnishings: Two main rooms, a deck, plus a kitchen, a private bedroom and a bathroom with porcelain cast iron clawfoot tub complete the space. Jennifer furnished the suite with heirloom antiques, organic and modern pieces like a liveedge wood desk and an Herman Miller Aeron chair, completing the setting with custom upholstery window treatments from Union Place, DeGroodt House’s next door neighbor.

“When you drink your morning coffee outside sitting on the [upper] deck, you’re overlooking the grove, and you hear birds singing and it’s just a beautiful private space,” Jennifer says.

Capacity: Designed to sleep one or two.

The Carons are selective about events, being mindful of the wear on the 123-year-old historic DeGroodt House, land and trees. “We care very much about the property and preserving it, and we take that element of stewardship seriously,” Jennifer says.

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A R T S & C U LT U R E

World Premiere Minnesota native pens music and lyrics for local production.

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AN AMERICAN TALE THE MUSICAL,

based on the 1986 animated film, makes its world premiere run April 25–June 18, 2023, at the Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) in Minneapolis. The lyrics and book were written by Tony Awardwinning playwright Itamar Moses and Michael Mahler, originally from Minnetonka, and his musical partner, Alan Schmuckler, penned the music and lyrics for the stage production.

The story follows Fievel Mousekewitz, who escapes Russia by boat, to make his way to New York. While the odds appear to be stacked against him, he holds firm to his dreams of a better life and reuniting with his family.

CTC and Mahler work together in perfect harmony, according to artistic director Peter C. Brosius. “[Mahler] is a dream to work with—smart, insightful, funny and wonderfully creative,” Brosius says. The theater also recognizes Schmuckler for contributing to the creative duo’s unity. “He and his partner, [Schmuckler], work together so brilliantly, respect each other so deeply and feed off each other so dynamically. It is a joy to have them here and to be able to create a new piece with them for the upcoming season,” Brosius says.

Mahler, along with Schmuckler, contributed his talent as a composer and lyricist to the theater’s production of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, which closed June 2022.

(It was also on stage six years ago, and he was involved in that production, as well.)

Mahler, currently based with his family in Chicago, got his start as a composer in the Minnetonka area. “There were a lot of theater opportunities,” he says.

“The theater scene was a place where friends turned into a family.” Those experiences provided him with some early inspiration.

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DID YOU KNOW? An American Tail was nominated for a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award in 1987 for Best Original Song for Somewhere out There. It lost both awards to Take My Breath Away from Top Gun.

“I attended a lot of classes at Stages Theatre Company [STC] in Hopkins— a place geared toward each level and age,” Mahler says. In addition to CTC and STC, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) was also a favorite of his as a child.

In terms of performing, Mahler played Charlie Brown for STC at the former Camp Snoopy in the Mall of America and portrayed the young Phantom in Phantom at CDT. He attended BenildeSt. Margaret’s in St. Louis Park, where he played Tony in West Side Story during his senior year. He went on to study musical theater at Northwestern University in Evanston, just outside of Chicago.

While he now calls Chicago home, Mahler has high praise for Minneapolis’ theater scene, calling it “exciting.” He says, “There is a real drive toward diversity, which is really refreshing. A lot of new voices are coming to the front and large. Commercial theaters are taking chances on work like ours.”

Tickets for An American Tale the Musical are available at childrenstheatre.org or at the theater’s box office.

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BUILDING SUITE Wa y z a t a h o m e o w n er s make s pecial additions .

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Inspiration for personalizing a home can run deeper than its interior décor elements or curb-appeal motifs. Building living areas that function on multigenerational levels or creating spaces that dovetail with a homeowner’s special hobbies or interests can resonate more than bending to whichever way the trend winds are blowing.

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affect how we define home. Increasingly over the course of the last couple of years, homeowners have reassessed how they spend time at home—and with whom.

In today’s home building game, stronger cases are being made for the creation of in-law suites (or multigenerational living spaces). “Codes have become increasingly favorable to in-law suite additions across Minneapolis,” says Dan Vanderheyden, owner of Black

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Dog Homes in Wayzata. “During the pandemic, the idea became even more attractive for families, who wanted to keep their loved ones close and safe during uncertain times.”

In-law spaces could only become more in demand as Minnesotans age and baby boomers start to retire, notes Grace Keliher, executive vice president and lobbyist with the Builders Association of Minnesota. She noted that builders across the state are receiving more asks for highly-finished suites, especially placed over garages, which can be utilized by aging parents and guests alike.

Even prior to the pandemic, when Debby and Tom Vanderheyden (Dan’s sister-in-law and brother) purchased their 100-year-old home in Wayzata, the couple decided to remodel the historic structure by adding to the garage and living space and creating an in-law suite for Debby’s father, Dick Phillips.

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“My dad was, at the time, in his mid80s, and we knew the time would come when he would need more help to keep his independence,” Debby says.

With the help of Black Dog Homes, a 1,000-square-foot living space was created above the home’s heated, three-car garage and features a fullyfunctioning kitchen, which is complete with stainless steel appliances; a living area that is awash in natural light; a full bathroom, including a shower with grab bars, a multi-function shower head and heated flooring; a spacious, largewindowed bedroom with easy access to the bathroom; and laundry space with a washer and dryer unit.

But special additions to the new space took the project to another level. The couple included an elevator, a private

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deck that overlooks the backyard garden/ courtyard and a private entrance from the garage to the apartment. Debby says, “We wanted [Phillips] to feel he was still living independently with his own space, but we are just a few feet away if he needed anything.”

“If you ask my dad what his favorite part of the apartment is, he would say it’s the very large picture window looking out the front of the house,” Debby says, noting he enjoys watching the comings and goings of the neighborhood and treetop views.

Another standout feature includes the suite’s entrance, which originates from the garage and onto an interior landing, from which Phillips can chose between using the aforementioned elevator or the stairway to access his apartment.

Elevators aren’t just for passengers.

Phillips often sends his groceries up in the elevator and takes the stairs himself.

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“We wanted him to be able to make the decision every day and every year about his own mobility and strength,” Debby says. “He’s 90 years old and still takes the stairs almost exclusively, but he really appreciates placing his groceries in the elevator and giving them the ride.”

The suite embraces the entire home’s modern farmhouse aesthetic and was featured in the Parade of Homes and selected as a Dream Home in the

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Remodelers Showcase. The décor is clean, unincumbered and ideally suited to read comfort, rather than chaos.

Just outside, the courtyard is comprised of two U-shaped, raised garden beds and a gardening shed, which mirrors the home’s architectural features.

“We have enjoyed tending that garden with my dad,” Debby says of the space where they grow vegetables, herbs and flowers. Phillips has expanded his garden-

ing know-how onto the rest of the lawn space. “My dad loves to do yardwork,” Debby says. “Our yard looks great!”

There are other, more important, dividends, too. “I was confident the space would eventually be helpful to my father,” Debby says of his living quarters and outdoor spaces. “The unexpected benefit is the quality of time that we have had with him over the last four years. We love having him around,

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and we spend most evenings with him enjoying cocktails and dinner [and] playing games.” That’s the suite life.

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S AUN A , SWIM AND SOOTHE

Lake Minnetonka sauna draws on the tradition of Finnish bathing.

Last winter, Andrew Mahoney cut a hole in Lake Minnetonka. He placed a wooden board over the opening in the ice to keep it from refreezing and set up a ring of orange cones around the edges. He took the ladder from his dock and put it into the ice hole to make it easy to climb out of the frigid water.

By then, Mahoney had a daily ritual: Whenever he had a spare moment, he would turn on his new sauna—sometimes from his phone—wait until it had

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hole, we’ll find ourselves standing there in shorts and a towel in the middle of winter talking for five or 10 minutes, and we’re not cold,” he says.

A sauna and a swim, as the ritual is known to regular sauna bathers, can be euphoric and is just one of the many reasons Mahoney decided to have an existing structure refurbished into a sauna in 2021. At the beginning of the pandemic, Mahoney’s Austrian neighbors, unable to travel to the United States, let him and his family

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heated to around 150 degrees F and walk the few feet between his house and the unattached building that houses the sauna. Inside, a spacious changing area greeted him, and a glass door led into the sauna. Once he felt hot enough, Mahoney would walk down the path that led from his sauna to the lake, stand over the ice hole—and jump in.

Plunging into 30-degree water, Mahoney muses, you’d expect to feel cold. “But after we get out of the ice

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use their outdoor sauna whenever they wanted. Mahoney has four adult children, all of whom came home to live with their parents in 2020. With a full house, the sauna became a relaxing refuge for the family. When his neighbors came back to their home, Mahoney says, “We were into the habit of using the sauna every day, and it was time to build our own.”

That’s when Mahoney contacted a Finnleo showroom, based out of Cokato, Minnesota. Known for its traditional Finnish saunas and infrared and steam baths, Finnleo designed and installed Mahoney’s sauna, which includes an electric heater, recessed LED lights and SaunaLogic, the control system that allows Mahoney to turn on the sauna remotely. Built from hemlock wood with

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This latest addition to the Mahoney’s home sauna, an outdoor shower, allows sauna bathers to go out with a splash.

FINNISHING TOUCHES The Mahoneys aren’t the only family who’ve updated their home in the last few years.

Since March of 2020, the entire home improvement industry has seen an uptick in homeowners wanting to customize their spaces, from building wine rooms to installing saunas, indoor archery ranges and more.

Grace Keliher, executive vice president and lobbyist with the Builders Association of Minnesota, chalks the trend up to the pandemic.

“We’ve been forced to be in our home so much that we want changes going forward to make [our homes] personal to us,” Keliher says.

Homeowners are looking for ways to relax in their own spaces without having to rely on a gym or hotel for their fun activities, such as sauna bathing.

But the pandemic only added to the popularity of at-home saunas, which rose a few years earlier, spurred by evidence of their health benefits for regular bathers. A 2016 study from the University of Eastern Finland found that regular sauna bathing reduces risks for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Although the study didn’t find the biological mechanism behind these benefits, the authors suggested

that a traditional sauna’s high temperatures increase blood flow to the skin, which lowers blood pressure.

Since the study was published, Finnleo’s director of sales and marketing Mark Raisanen says, “The rest of the world [has] started to discover what we’ve known for decades”—that a daily trip to the sauna isn’t just relaxing, it’s good for overall health.

Although cultures around the world have practiced different forms of heat and bathing therapy—Roman steam baths, for instance— saunas were unique to Finland and Scandinavia.

Saunas found another home in Minnesota when Finnish immigrants settled in the area in the late 1800s and early 1900s, bringing their unique bathing ritual with them. Now, Raisanen says, Minnesota has one of the largest sauna markets in the world.

Raisanen and Kristina Heinonen, Finnleo’s marketing specialist, have experienced saunas’ benefits for themselves: They both installed at-home saunas and use them “literally every night, sometimes a couple of times a day,” in Heinonen’s case. “I love it just for the final wind down of the day,” she says. “And then I sleep so deeply after.”

For Raisanen, the sauna

also has a social component.

With his adult children now living on their own, he says the sauna gives them an excuse to spend time together as a family whenever they’re all at home. “The main reason we use it is to relax and talk,” he says. “And for us, those health benefits are just a bonus that happened to come along with it.”

For Minnesota residents like Mahoney, a sauna can also extend the outdoor season, long after most people have closed their pools and stored their boats. In fact, a sauna and a swim in January can feel even more refreshing than one in August.

Mahoney inaugurated his sauna on a chilly October day with his family and 10 of their friends. The group sat in the heat for about 20 minutes before taking a plunge into the chilly lake—the first of many sauna and swim rituals. “It was everything we’d dreamed of,” he says.

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enough room to seat up to 12 sauna bathers, the space is ideal for entertaining guests. Although Mahoney’s kids have moved out of his home, he says they use the sauna every day when they visit.

But Mahoney’s favorite part of the fully-customized sauna is its two westfacing windows that look over Lake Minnetonka. Set on either side of the heating element and a dark stone backsplash, the windows allow him to take full advantage of his home’s lake views, especially at sunset. “You see the lake, which is calming, and [in the evening], you see the sunset,” he says. “It’s really a pretty special place.”

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HALLOWEEN FUN

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Celebrate community and local businesses during special events.

The Wayzata Boo Blast is set for October 29. Make sure your Halloween costume vibes with your sneakers because the Boo Bash Dash kicks off the town’s festivities. The race begins at 9 a.m. and features 5K, 10K and onemile distance options that will take runners around Lake Street, the hub of Boo Bash activities. (Register online beforehand or in person the day of the event.) At 11 a.m., trick-or-treating begins. Enjoy music, Halloween activities and treats courtesy of local businesses. The event wraps up around 1 p.m. Run to boobashdash.wayzatachamber.com for more information. —Paige Schuller

LOCAL EVENTS

Wayzata Public Safety Day 10/03 This event is not only the perfect opportunity to stay informed about safety in the community, but it’s also sure to be a

The City of Excelsior is also celebrating Halloween on October 29.

blast. First responders and their vehicles

The fun starts at 10 a.m. along Water Street. Show off your Halloween costume,

will be doing demonstrations, and there

and trick-or-treat at participating businesses. For additional information,

will be hotdogs, face painting and more

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ance by McGruff the Crime Dog. All ages.

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Fire Prevention Open House 10/06 Learn about fire safety with the Excelsior Fire District. Along with a free dinner, members of the community can strengthen their knowledge with demonstrations, activities and fire extinguisher inspections, all led by the experts. The event also includes games and fire truck rides. All ages. Free. 5:30–8 p.m. Excelsior

Fire District Station #1, 24100 Smithtown Road, Shorewood; excelsiorfire.org

The Moors 10/06–10/08 Moors premieres at Wayzata High School.

This dark comedy blends Victorian Gothic tropes with contemporary social issues.

All ages. Ticket prices vary. Wayzata High School Blackbox, 4955 Peony Lane N., Plymouth; 763.745.6600; whstheatre.com

Spooky Ghost Trolly 10/22 It’s the spookiest night of the year at Excelsior Trolly. Join in for a trolly ride,

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You have countless options. and enjoy frightfully fun activities, such as games, ghost stories and special appearances from ghosts, zombies and other creepy creatures. All ages. $4 per passen-

ger. 6–9 p.m. Excelsior Trolley, 337 Water St., Excelsior; 952.922.1096; trolleyride. org/excelsior-streetcar

Fun at Minnetonka Orchards Last two weekends of October Along with the apple picking, families can browse the pumpkin patch and even paint a pumpkin. Bring a costume to trick-or-treat throughout the orchard.

All ages. $10 adults, $7 children 3–12 and seniors for weekend admission. 10 a.m.– 6 p.m. Minnetonka Orchards, 6480 County Road 26, Minnetrista; 763.325.4024; minnetonkaorchardmn.com

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Give college-age students a boost with healthy(ish) snacks from local bakers and makers.

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PHOTOS BY CHRIS EMEOTT

Homesick or Treat COL L EG E ST U D EN TS A R E G EA R I N G U P for autumn around

campuses—near and far. While the year might have started with excitement and anticipation, this month can bring on bouts of homesickness as the reality of living away from home and the pressures of college life settle into reality.

Let’s lift some spirits with care packages full of Halloween-themed treats. This collection of readymade snacks, recipes and kitchen items is the perfect way to build a healthy(ish) care package—ideal for students or anyone who could use a little fall-time pick-me-up.

The General Store of Minnetonka has plenty of locally-sourced goodies from businesses across Minnesota and is the perfect place to start gathering treats. While you’re there or visiting online, find these packworthy items:

cinnamon nuts. Both recipes include a hint of cayenne pepper and a blend of cashews, walnuts, almonds and pecans. ($9.95/$14.95) Eden Apples Dried Apples: Made from Jordan’s Minnesota Harvest Apple Orchard fruit, these are a perfectly-crispy treat for autumn.

A simple mix of fresh fruit and cinnamon, these sweets taste like apple pie in a bag. ($9.95) Mike and Jen’s Cocoa Mix: A balance of rich and sweet chocolate, this mix (packaged in Duluth) is as simple as it is delicious. Just add water, and enjoy a cozy treat. For a twist, add the mix to a cup of coffee for a homemade mocha. ($12.95)

Brainstorm Bakery Granola: Made in Ely, Minnesota, the gluten-free granola comes in two varieties. The Original Crapola is a delicious mix of apples, organic grains, nuts and honey (for some sweetness!). For a nut-free cereal, try Number Two, the bakery’s cranberry-orange granola with chia seeds, oats, flax seeds and other super foods. ($6.95) Patti’s Roasted Nuts: Made in Minneapolis, Patti started her business making small batches of granola and roasted nuts for her friends. Now sold in stores and farmers markets across the Metro, her recipes keep her original homemade flavor. Try the rosemary or maple

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Try these kitchen accessories and ready-to-make meals from Minnesota Makers in Excelsior: The Secret Garden Soup Mixes: What started as a home garden is now a bustling kitchen in Park Rapids. The Secret Garden sells soup and bread mixes, as well as an array of preserves, salad dressings and homemade spices. Try the Cream of Wild

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Rice or Potato Chowder soup mixes at Minnesota Makers. Packages include all the necessary dry ingredients and an easy-to-follow recipe. ($6/Potato Chowder; $8 Cream of Wild Rice) Cindy Lindgren’s Swedish Dish Cloths and Stickers: These are colorful and sustainable alternatives to kitchen sponges and paper towels and are ideal for dorm or apartment clean ups. Made from 70 percent

cotton and 30 percent wood pulp, these cloths are absorbent, reusable and fully biodegradable. The designs are inspired by Scandinavian imagery, local landmarks, wildlife and a Craftsman Nouveau style. Check out the gnome, loon and Paul Bunyan designs. If your student loves decorating his/her laptop or water bottle, also look for the designs on vinyl stickers through Minnesota Makers’ website. ($7/dish cloth; $3/sticker)

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HOME SWEE T HOMEM A D E Halloween just isn’t the same without some mini candy bars.

Why not make your own confections because who doesn’t love a little taste of home?

These familiar treats will taste even sweeter coming from your kitchen. Find the complete recipes at lakeminnetonkamag.com.

Peanut Butter Bars These easy, no-bake bars are the perfect combination of chocolate and peanut butter— a marriage made in dessert heaven. This recipe makes

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20–36 bars—plenty to send to your student with leftovers for you to sample because you have to make sure they taste good. Right?

Salty Nut Rolls Since the originals are a

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Minnesota mainstay and favorite, these little nuggets are a perfect nod to home. With a tasty blend of salt and sweet, these treats are ideal for study breaks and late-night cravings.

Vegan Three Musketeers Bars For a nut-free and vegan option, try these yummy bars from namelymarly.com. The recipe makes 24 bite-sized bars that keep in the freezer for up to two months, but do we really think they’ll last that long?

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