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MYSTERY AT THE FUR POST
When: 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 16, 17 Where: North West Co. Fur Post, 12551 Voyageur Lane , in Pine City Details: Spooky, family-friendly event involves collecting clues by candelight. $6 to $9. Contact: RSVP: 651259-3015 or http://events. mnhs.org.
'NOISES OFF'
When: Oct. 3-25 Where: St. Croix
Festival Theatre, 210 N. Washington St., St. Croix Falls, Wis. Details: Classic farce about a theatre production featuring six actors, one stage manager, one stage hand, and one very tense director. $13.50 to $26. Contact: www.festivaltheatre.org or 715-4833387
CAPTAIN JACK (IMPERSONATOR CHRISMISENER)
When: Noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 17 and 24 Where: Pinehaven Farm, 28186 Kettle River Blvd., Wyoming. Contact: www.pinehavenfarm.com or 651-462-1704.
CARAMELPALOOZA
When: Saturday, Oct. 17 Where: St. Croix Chocolate Co., Marine on St. Croix Details: Free admission. Caramel treats, petting zoo, appearance by CaramElvis.
HAPPY FALLOWEEN
When: 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 Where: William O'Brien State Park in Marine
Out When: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16 Where: Lake Elmo Park Reserve, C.R. 19 and C.R. 10 in Lake Elmo Details: Campfire program. Free with parking permit. With Dwight Wilcox. Contact: 651-430-8370 or www.co.washington. mn.us/parks.
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OKTOBERFEST BEER TASTING & DINNER CRUISE
When: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 Where: Cruise on St. Croix River via Afton Hudson Cruise Lines Details: German dinner buffet, beers from around world, music. $50. Contact: 651-436-8883 or www.stcroixrivercruises.com.
ORGAN CONCERT
When: 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 Where: Phipps Center for the Arts, Hudson, Wis.
When: 5:15 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 Where: Running Aces in Columbus. Details: All ages run a mile or 5K through a woods inhabited by monsters and zombies. $25 (mile) or $65 (5K) includes admission to Nightmare Hallow-Scream Park/ the Haunted Hay Ride at 7 p.m. Benefits Special Olympics. Contact: Register at www.zapevent.com
ANNUAL RUN AND WALK FOR THE APPLES When: 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 Where: Pine Tree Apple Orchard in White Bear Lake. Details: Five-mile course (one-third-mile for kids). Apple treats afterward. Contact: Register at frontrunnerusa.com.
When: Oct. 17-18. Repeats Nov. 21-22, Dec. 1920 with legend of Lucia. Where: Gammelgarden, 20880 Olinda Trail N., Scandia, Details: $20. For girls and dolls 6 to 96. Fancy tea party with stories, games, dances, crafts, music. Contact: RSVP to 651433-5053
SPOOKY SKATE
When: 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18 Where: White Bear Lake Sports Center, 1328 Highway 96 W. Details: D.J., games, prizes, candy. Costumes encouraged. Contact: 651-429-8571
'PSYCHO BEACH PARTY' When: Oct. 23-25 and Oct. 30-Nov. 1 Where: West Campus Theatre, Century College
Details: $10 to $12. Zany send-up of old Gidget and Frankie and Annette beach party epics, plus suspense. PG-13.
HAUNTED TRAIL AT OJIKETA REGIONAL PARK When: 7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 23-24 and 30 Where: 27500 Kirby Ave. in Chisago City Details: Includes haunted house. For middle school ages and older. $3 to $5; bring food donation. Contact: 651-257-5464
FLAHS SKI AND SNOWBOARD SWAP
When: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 Where: Forest Lake Area High School, 6101 Scandia Trail N. Details: New and used downhill and cross-country skis, snowboards, apparel, boots, poles. Benefits FLAHS Alpine Ski team.
Details: With John Lauter, staff organist of Fox Theatre in Detroit. Staples of American Songbook, British instrumentals, Broadway selections and pop from the ‘50s to the present. $16 to $23. Contact: 715-386-8409 or www.ThePhipps.org.
FOURTH ANNUAL JON FRANCIS FOUNDATION EVENT
When: 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 Where: Chilkoot Cafe, 826 Fourth St., Stillwater Details: $60 includes food. Contact: jonfrancisfoundation.org
ANNUAL ROAST PORK/ SAUERKRAUT LUNCH AND SUPPER
When: Oct. 11-16 and 18-20. Where: Christ Lutheran Church, 11194 36th St. N., Lake Elmo Details: $15. Family style, all you can eat. Or take-out. Contact: 651-777-2881 or christlutheranlakeelmo.org.
‘SHOP, CONNECT, ENRICH’
When: 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22 Where: Community Thread, 2300 W. Orleans, Stillwater. Details: Fundraiser. Free entry. At least 14 vendors sell products
SECOND ANNUAL FEED THE VALLEY COOK'S CHALLENGE.
When: Friday, Oct. 23 Where: Grand Banquet Hall, 301 Second St. S., Stillwater Details: Culinary students compete. $75 includes dinner, Dessert Dash, Wine Pull. Live auction. Benefits Valley Outreach. Contact: http://valleyoutreachmn.org
HAUNTED HAIRBALL
When: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23 Where: Tartan Park, 11455 20th St. N., Lake Elmo Details: Fundraiser for nonprofit Caring for Cats. Wear costumes. Games, auction, prizes, appetizers. All ages. Contact: Tickets at www.Caring-for-Cats.org.
‘PARANORMAL INVESTIGATIONS: TECHNIQUES & THEORIES’ When: 11 a.m., 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24
Contact: www.facebook.com/ForestLakeSkiSwap
HOWL-O-WEEN
When: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 Where: Wildlife Science Center, 5463 W. Broadway Ave., Columbus. Details: Trick or treat trail, games, crafts, animal presentations. Wear costumes. $ 8 adults/$6 kids.
COMEDY SHOW
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 Where: Laugh Your Ace Off Comedy Club at Running Aces, 15201 Zurich St., Forest Lake Details: Featuring Scott Long. $15 to $18. Contact: Tickets at door or www.runningacesharness.com. Info: 651-925-4600.
Pet Fall Jubilee When: 11 a.m. To 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 Where: Lent Town Hall, 33155 Hemingway Ave., Stacy Details: Bingo, pet costume contest, cake walk, bake sale, games, animal nail trims and ear cleanings, K-9 demonstrations, silent auction, food by Famous Dave’s. Punch cards $25 to $30. Contact: 651-982-0240 or visit http://northwoodshs. org/fundraising-events/ pet-fall-jubilee/
BOOK SIGNING: GLORIA VANDEMMELTRAADT
When: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22 Where: Lake Elmo Public Library, 3537 Lake Elmo Ave. Details: Resident's true story “Darkness in Parade” about her husband Onno and the Japanese occupation of Dutch West Indies in WWII. Contact: RSVP if possible at lakeelmopubliclibrary.org.
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Where: Warden’s House Museum, 602 Main St. N., Stillwater Details: Johnsdale Paranormal Group makes third trip to investigate supernatural claims at the site, then gives presentation. Contact: www. wchsmn.org
RAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY
When: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 24 Where: Around Stillwater Details: Some 400 volunteers rake more than 60 local yards. Contact: Sign up by Oct. 9 at www.CommunityThreadMN.org, or call 651-439-7434
ANNUAL TRICK-OR- TREATING
When: Noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 24 and 25 Where: Stillwater’s Main Street Details: Look for signs in participating merchants’ windows.
'BORN ON THE BAYOU" CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL TRIBUTE
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 Where: Phipps Center
for the Arts, Hudson, Wis. Details: With Justin Ploof and the Throwbacks. $15 to $22. Contact: 715-386-8409.
10TH ANNUAL PASTA DI FESTA
When: 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 Where: First United Methodist Church, 813 Myrtle St. W., Stillwater Details: Youth serve Italian-themed meal. Country store, auction. Contact: 651-439-1880 or
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When: Oct. 9-18 Where: Phipps Theater, Hudson, Wis. Details: By Phipps Children’s Theater, featuring middle school students. $12 to $16/ Contact: Tickets at 715-386-8409 or www. ThePhipps.org.
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normally found at inhome parties, like Silpada and Tastefully Simple. Contact: www.communitythreadmn.org or 651-439-7434.
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Details: Trick or treat through the campground, costume and pumpkin contests, storytelling, stargazing, marshmallow roast. Camping available. Contact: 651-433-0500.
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When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 Where: Downtown Afton Details: Trick or treat through town and enjoy non-scary pumpkin decorating, face painting, DJ, crafts, games, free hot cocoa. Costumes encouraged. Geared toward kids 10 and younger.
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SCHOOL ROUNDUP Book fair Forest Lake Community Education Director Annette Sallman received a Regional Community Educator of Excellence Award by the Minnesota Community Education Association. She oversees a wide variety of programs for residents of all ages. • The Ranger debate team competed in a tournament at Anoka last weekend. Alex Biedny was awarded Sallman second speaker in Novice Lincoln Douglas debate while Lily Pope was undefeated and took sixth. Sara DeSobrino placed sixth in Varsity Lincoln Douglas. The team of Sarah Burger and Vicki Cebulla took 12th in a crowded Novice Public Forum field. • SAHS was a big winner at the Minnesota High School Press Association’s annual journalism convention, taking home dozens of awards for the Pony Express newspaper, Kabekonian yearbook and Stylus creative arts magazine. The awards were as follows:
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McDonough a hit at Concordia tourney 11 times, with 11 Sweet 16 and nine Elite Eight appearances. The former Stillwater Area High All-State player (and Pony all-time leader in kills) was sidelined with an injury for all but two matches last season. She had eight digs and a pair of aces in the big victory against the Bulldogs. The junior outside hitter has 58 kills and 142 digs for the season. She had 11 kills against Ferris State earlier this fall, and 19 digs in Concordia's season-opener against Palm Beach Atlantic. In 2013 she earned a number
ST. PAUL — Concordia University women's volleyball player Emily McDonough is back — and the touted Golden Bears have never really left. McDonough McDonough and her Concordia teammates knocked off No. 1 UMD in four sets last week, and the thirdranked Golden Bears (6-1, 12-3) are bound to again assume the top spot in the next rankings. Concordia is 11-0 all-time against No. 1-rated teams, and is seven-time NCAA champion. It's qualified for the NCAA
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This month the Washington County Board of Commissioners reviewed 2016 budgets for county watershed management organizations as follows: • Brown’s Creek: $1.3 million, with a $913,704 levy • Carnelian Marine St. Croix: $661,229, with a $444,600 levy • Comfort Lake-Forest Lake: $2.5 million, with a $803,650 levy • Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District, $10 million, with a $7 million levy •Rice Creek: $6 million, with a $4.38 million levy •Valley Branch: $990,500, with a $790,000 levy Upcoming major projects in the Lowdown area include the Norell Avenue pond retrofit in Oak Park Heights; the Lilleskogin Park bio-filtration project in Scandia; the Bixby Park water quality improvement project in Forest Lake; a project in Lakeland to reduce phosphorous flowing into Lake St. Croix; private commercial retrofits in the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District to reduce phosphorous; and a partnership with the Bald Eagle Area Association to
improve water clarity. Proposed 2016 budget for the Washington Conservation District is $2.1 million. • Solid Ground, the nonprofit formerly known as East Metro Women’s Council, will provide local family homeless prevention services in a new agreement with the county. IT will receive $138,740 through the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency to provide services. The funds will serve 50 households with families experiencing homelessness via support services and rent payment assistance through the Home Again program. • A three-lot plat in Stillwater Township has been approved by the county. The 44-acre Polasik Addition is north of Dellwood Road North, west of Newgate Avenue and east of Neal Avenue N. in Stillwater Township. • The board accepted a $4,620 donation toward seven 12-foot black spruce trees which will be planted at the entrance of the Lake Elmo Park Reserve to help screen newly-constructed homes along the entrance road. Press release
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of academic awards, including NSIC All-Academic. McDonough ranked second on the team with 389 kills and 3.06 kills per game; was second on the team with 431 digs and 3.39 digs per game; and had 50 total blocks on the season. She also ranked fourth on the team with 15 service aces, and had 14 double-doubles on the year. McDonough had a career-high 22 kills and 20 digs at Wayne State. She is majoring in communication and minoring in business marketing at Concordia.
Klein has been hub of the offense for her team, which is now second in the SEC. The junior setter had a game-high 28 assists in a 25-23, 25-11, 26-24 SEC victory over Forest Lake. She previously earned MVP playing volleyball for Woodbury, has participated in Pony track and holds three letters for sports, with a GPA of 3.87. Klein is also editor of the awardwinning SAHS yearbook and works parttime at Starbucks.
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BUSINESS BRIEFS Chamber update The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce reports that its golf event last month drew more than 80 members and guests, while its Fine Arts event Oct. 3 drew more than 80 artists, musicians and vendors. Those results were strong compared to recent years, according to a news release. The chamber is seeking applicants for a new executive director since Todd Streeter left last month. “We appreciate all Todd did for the chamber,” said Board Chairman Kevin Sandstrom. “He provided crucial stability early in his tenure and brought improvements.” Paramedic training Four Lakeview Hospital paramedics will undergo specialized training to embed with the Washington County SWAT team. The training in tactical emergency service will allow for better provision of instant, lifesaving medical care to victims, SWAT team members and
suspects during law enforcement operations. Such teams typically receive 12 emergency calls annually, according to a Lakeview newsletter.
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One of Taro Ito’s goals is furthering the sport of harness racing through Minnesota by encouraging more local ownership and breeding of standardbreds. He said the growing sport has a long, proud history in this state and it can be a fun activity for families, with free entry at Running Aces and wagers that start at $2.
cause of its landmark watchtower, some thought the complex was a prison. “In Hugo, Blaine and even Forest Lake, they didn't know (the casino) existed,” he remembered. “I thought 'Wow, we have a really hard hill to climb.'”
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Looking back The timing for opening Running Aces probably couldn't have been worse; Its original Minnesota-based owners brought it to Columbus in 2007 just before the recession reared its ugly head. By 2008 it had gone into foreclosure and obtained new majority owners, the Connecticut-based Black Diamond Commercial Finance LLC. “Opening during the second-largest economic meltdown (in the U.S.) was devastating to the property,” Ito noted. “The return on investment was certainly not there.” According to MinnTARO ITO MEETS MINNESOTA post, the track lost $4 million its fi rst year, laid off 10 percent of its staff after five Ito, 55, moved months and defaulted from southon a $41.7 million loan ern California from co-owner Black to Minnesota Diamond. Early plans in October for a grandstand were of 2014 to scrapped, as was an inimanage tial marketing budget. Running Aces. Ito In addition to the His wife and early economy, the five children just joined him in Shoreview in August so his gambling segment of the business has been 10-year-old could finish his challenged by its legal fourth-grade school year in California. Ito frequently flew inability to offer the slot machines reserved for back and forth during the Native American-owned interim. He remembers a 12-inch snow- casinos. Early on it hoped to partner with fall that caused his car to fishtail on his first day of work Canterbury Park on a deal allowing for such at the casino. machines, but that nev“I thought 'If this is how it's er came to fruition. going to be, I'm not going to Ito said when he survive,'” he joked. “Then I got joined the fi rm last snow tires.” year, local people he Ito holds a degree in investinformally polled didn't ment finance and previously know what or where worked for other casinos in Running Aces was. BeCalifornia and Las Vegas.
Economic improvement and re-branding efforts helped Running Aces reach its fi rst profitable year in 2014. “We've had a different strategy and changed the vibe of who we are,” said Aaron Bedessem, the fi rm's director of marketing. “We keep adapting to the local community based on its wants and needs.” New marketing efforts focus on residents and tourists within a 30-mile radius. That's one reason Ito got in touch with the Preiner family, which sold Running Aces its land after operating Trout Air there longer than 30 years. The family has since helped recreate the fi shing-foryour-meal tradition and the staging of outdoor concerts. Multiple people have reminisced to Ito about their about past experiences there. “People literally get tears in their eyes … they say 'I proposed to my wife here' or 'I had my fi rst kiss in the parking lot' or 'I took my prom date to Trout Air' or 'I caught my fi rst fi sh there.' The joke is that a lot of people were conceived in the parking lot.” Bedessem said the trout pond has been so well received it's “better than anything else we've done.” The concept draws interest from in- and out-of-state tourist groups that want the seminal Minnesota fi shing experience without the license. Target markets include visitors to the Mall of America and the National Sports Center as well as I-35E cabin commuters traveling I-35E. Another goal is furthering the sport of harness racing through Minnesota by encouraging more local ownership and breeding of standardbreds. Ito noted the growing sport has a long, proud history in this state and can be a fun activity for families, with free entry at Running Aces and wagers that start at $2 a pop. “It has an identity crisis, in a way,” he said of the sport. “We want a better product — we want people to watch it, bet on it and get involved.” As for the concert series, Bedessem said music-lovers can expect national acts geared toward a “sweet spot” market of 30 to 50 year olds. Next summer's performers will likely feature an 80s or 90s rock band, a country/western group and a local battle of the bands. “We're not going to get 10,000 people — the 2,000 to 3,500 range is what we're comfortable doing with the parking and noise,” he noted. During its peak season, Running Aces employs
up to 650 people. But Ito said it's continually challenged to recruit employees because of the metro-area perception that Columbus is remote. Ito said it's rare at Running Aces to encounter drama from inebriated and/or discouraged gamblers — partly because staffers are taught not to over-serve, and drinks are not heavily discounted. “I'm not going to say (confl ict) doesn't happen,” said Ito. “Anytime you're dealing with emotions and gambling, that's going to happen. But we try to have discussions with people who have a problem with gambling, because that's not doing anybody any good. Two to 3 percent of people have what we call an addiction.” Bedessem said Running Aces has “a great relationship” with Columbus, which granted the business the only liquor license in the city. That's partly because the attraction draws customers and employees who spend at other local businesses. Ito said a goal in the next five years is to change the local perception that residents have to travel north for quality entertainment. His slogan idea? “North is fun and south is work.” He said his multifaceted job can involve stress and long hours, partly because gaming and harness racing are among the most highly regulated industries in the U.S. On the plus side, he's met multiple celebrities in the course of his career, including pro athletes and a favorite from his past — Tina Louise of “Gilligan's Island” fame. Contrary to prevailing myths about the industry, he's never to his knowledge met or worked with anyone involved in organized crime. “Every day is new and something different,” he said of his work. “I think you either love it or hate it — it gets under your skin.”
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“FREEHELD”
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— After a tenacious, initially closeted veteran New Jersey detective (Julianne Moore) and her younger, mechanic domestic partner (Ellen Page) move in together in 2003 and then is suddenly diagnosed with lung cancer in this poignant, inspirational, factually based, star-studded (Steve Carell, Michael Shannon, Luke Grimes, Dennis Boutsikaris, and Tom McGowan), 103-minute film, she confronts the mostly conservative members of the Board of Chosen Freeholders (Josh Charles, et al.) in Ocean County, N.J., to persuade them to approve that her pension will go to her partner upon her inevitable death.
“GRANDMA” (R) (3.5) [LANGUAGE AND SOME DRUG USE.]
— After breaking up with her waitress girlfriend (Judy Greer) in this engaging, well-acted, 79-minute film, a gruff, feisty, gay woman (Lily Tomlin) spends a day with her stressed-out, pregnant granddaughter (Julia Garner), who is at odds with her mother (Marcia Gay Harden), trying to raise money from friends (Sam Elliott, Elizabeth Peña, and Laverne Cox) to pay for an abortion when her obnoxious boyfriend (Nat Wolff ) refuses to help.
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— Wonderful special effects highlight this rollicking, action-packed, entertaining, 3D, 111-minute prequel to “Peter Pan,” in which a precocious and mischievous British orphan (Levi Miller), who is living in a rundown orphanage run by a cruel and vicious nun (Kathy Burke) in WWII London, is snatched up by the pirate crew of the wicked Blackbeard (Hugh Jackman) and whisked off to Neverland where he searches for his estranged mother (Amanda Seyfried), learns how to fly, and meets the future Captain Hook (Garrett Hedlund), a tribal warrior princess (Rooney Mara), and magical mermaids (Cara Delevingine, et al.) and fairies.
“THE WALK” (PG) (3) [THEMATIC ELEMENTS INVOLVING PERILOUS SITUATIONS, AND SOME NUDITY, LANGUAGE, BRIEF DRUG REFERENCES, AND SMOKING.]
— Occasional uneven pacing detracts from and awesome special effects adds to this entertaining, tense, riveting, factually based, 3D, 123-minute, Robert Zemeckis biographical thriller inspired by James Marsh’s 2008 Oscar-winning documentary “Man on Wire” in which narcissistic, arrogant, tenacious, talented, French high-wire artist Philippe Petit (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), who started his career in Paris in the 1960s as a juggler, magician, mime, and troubadour, conspires with his girlfriend (Charlotte Le Bon) and other accomplices (Ben Kingsley, James Badge, Dale Steve Valentine, Ben Schwartz, et al.) to rig a 140-foot wire between the 110-stories of the twin towers of the World Trade Center and then made history when he walked across the wire 1,350 feet above the ground on Aug. 6, 1974, an astonishing multiple times.
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The artist, upper right, markets her work under “gDesigns of Stillwater.” The other photos are example of her crocheted products.
Q: Where are you from, how old are you, and where do you live now? A: I moved around a lot as a child. Most of my years were spent in the south — Georgia, Florida, Texas. Q: How and when did you get started as an artist? A: I started crocheting in my early 20s while working at the University of Texas medical branch as a recreational therapist in the labor and delivery unit. I wanted to provide a therapeutic skill to my patients on bed rest. Q: Are you self-taught, or do you have formal training in art? A: My training has been informal and mostly self taught. Q: In what media do you work these days? A: A variety of yarns, designing unique fashion pieces (scarves, hats). Q: What are the most unusual materials or tools you use in your art, if any? A: Up-cycled buckles, removed from unwanted purses and belts then used to embellish my handmade scarves. I also use zippers to create another individual design to my scarves. Q: What usually inspires you in your art? Does your art tend to have commonalities of theme, color, texture or design? A: I like rustic and vintage design. I like to use different textures (soft textiles along with leather buckles, wooden buttons or vintage buttons). Most of my pieces are earth tones. I love putting a funky twist on a rather normal scarf or hat. Q: How do you market your art? A: Facebook, local shops, word
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of mouth and Etsy. 3:17 (the store in Afton, Eye Candy REfi nd in Hastings and Marquess Studios in Stillwater carry the buckle scarves. Q: At what price range is your art offered? A: $20 to $75. q: What is it about your art to which people seem to respond? A: The use of the buckles on the scarves. That one particular piece gets a lot of attention. Re-using products to create new and exciting pieces. Q: What is the most challenging part of creating your art? A: My biggest challenge is time. It takes a lot of time to make just one piece. Q: Do you have a "claim to fame" as an artist? A: I was able to gift a buckle scarf to (actress) Tiffani Thiessen, (after) which she sent me a picture of her wearing it. That was fun. Q: Are you a full-time artist or do you have a day job? A: My day job is being a stay at home mom of three. I squeeze my art in between my responsibilities. Q: What else do you do in your spare time? A: I have been married 13 years to a wonderfully supportive husband, Jason. Our daughter Joey Love is 10, and we have two boys, Lucas (8) and Houston (5). I love
to run when I can. As a family we do a lot of outdoor activities (dirt bike, camp, hike, boat, ski, travel, various sports). Q: What is your five-year plan as an artist? A: I would like to see “ g Designs of Stillwater” pieces being sold in more local shops. I will continue to work on and stay up to date with my skill and fashion pieces by continuing to research trends. The Creative License feature profiles artistic people of all kinds who live in the Lowdown coverage area. To suggest a subject to profile, please email lowdownnews@ presspubs.com.
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WEATHER TIDBIT This past weekend featured the latest 97° record in Minnesota at Wheaton on Sunday, Oct. 11. My station in White Bear Lake reached 82° while the airport recorded 85°, also a record for that date. YEAR AGO THIS WEEK A dry period with a high of 70° on Oct. 16. Four of the seven days had lows in the 30’s with no freezing temperatures. WEEKLY AVERAGES OCT. 16 TO 22, 2015 High Low %Sun PCP 55° 38° 56% 0.54”
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Amy Koehnen Executive Director akoehnen@linolakesal.com 763-267-6183
927 W. Churchill St. Stillwater, MN 55082 www.lakeviewhealth.org
Visit us online at linolakesal.com
We are an EOE/AA employer.
Case Aide Court Services Department This position will provide case management services to assigned adult and juvenile administrative monitoring probation cases. Assists Probation Officers in daily job duties. Provides various office support services. AA degree in Criminal Justice or directly related field required. Experience working in the correction field or directly related area. $14.59 to $19.87 DOQ. Closing date: 10/16/2015. Apply at www.chisagocounty.us.
Custodian-Full Time 2nd Shift Custodian: 8hrs/day, 260 days/year, 3 PM-11:30 PM, Mon thru Fri, $21.09 + shift pay +license pay + paid benefits, beginning December, 2015. Experience with electrical, plumbing, AC, carpentry, energy management systems is helpful with a boilers license preferred. Centennial School District No. 12, Circle Pines, MN. Applicants must apply online at www.isd12.org. Click on “Employment” at the top right of the page. Applications must be received by 10/30/15.
Boats & Motors
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7 Long Lake Rd. Mahtomedi, MN 55115 (Hwy 694 & Century Ave)
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7 Long Lake Rd. Mahtomedi, MN 55115 (Hwy 694 & Century Ave)
Tuesday, October 13th 9:00am – 4:00pm
FedEx Ground is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer (Minorities/Females/Disability/ Veterans) committed to a diverse workforce.
Call Bill @ 651-490-9755 amilawn@aol.com
Monday – Friday Day: 2:30pm-6:00pm $12.50/ hr. Twi: 7:00pm-11:00pm $12.50/ hr. Mid: 11:30pm-3:30am $14.00/ hr.
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NOW HIRING company OTR drivers. $2,000 sign on bonus, flexible home time, extensive benefits. Call now!!! Hibb's & Co. 763/389-0610
Rita's Italian Ice now hiring FT & PT avail. Apply in person at Lucky's Station. 1750 Greely St. Stillwater. Opening soon.
Class A CDL Regional/OTR Flat Bed Drivers needed. Flat bed drivers home weekends. Min.1 yr. Exp. Preferred. Will consider new CDL Drivers. Commercial Transload of Minnesota Trucklines, Inc. 7151 University Ave. Fridley, MN 55432. psandmann@ctmtruck.com fax: 763-571-9549 or call: 763-571-9508 ask for Pete or Chris Community Living Options Now Hiring Part time RN for our Group home in South Washington County in the Stillwater, Lakeland and Maplewood areas. Experience in geriatric care preferred Must be current on RN license and familiar with State licensing and regulations pertaining to assisted living. To apply send resume to Carla Fatland by fax 320-629-1214 or via email: program.director@ clomail.com
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Debt Collections Representative CU Recovery in Wyoming is looking for Collections Representatives. You must be a customer service oriented team player with experience in collections or customer service; possess a client service attitude, and a strong work ethic. Excellent communication, listening, and negotiation skills are paramount to this position. Additional requirements of the Collections role include: High school diploma or GED, basic keyboarding skills, organization and problem solving skills. Experience in debt collection is preferred, but not required. Please forward your resume to: Mari Gordon, CU Recovery, Inc., 26263 Forest Blvd., Wyoming, MN 55092 or email: marig@curecovery.com.
Make a difference in the life of a child!
KinderGardens Child Development Center is a state of the art 10,000 square foot facility located in Hugo MN. We are looking for nurturing, creative and energetic Teachers, Assistant Teachers and Aides to be a part of our team. Both part-time and full-time positions available. For more information call 651-204-5101 or email brittney@kindergardenskids.com
Career Opportunities in Construction
- Buyer/Purchasing Seeking experienced Buyer/Purchaser of Building Materials. Must have construction/ building materials/lumber experience. Submit resume to JSpanier@jlschwieters.com
- Framers Seeking entry level to experienced carpenters for residential and commercial construction. Please apply online at JLSchwieters.com or call 612-290-5452. Now Paying $2/Hour More, Full Time, Benefits, Metro jobsite locations, year-round employment.
150 Help Wanted PT Direct Support Professional positions available WBL & Hugo group homes w/ men or women! Exp. preferred. M/H valid MN DL, clean driving record, proof of ins & pass background check. Call Carrie for info (651) 426-3517. $1000 Retention BONUS offered!
TELLER WANTED Landmark Community Bank has immediate opening for a part-time teller for North Oaks branch, experience pref. Travel to other branches as necessary. Send resume to: HR Manager, Landmark Community Bank, 711 Sixth Ave NE, Isanti, MN 55040, Fax: 763-444-9289 or email to hr@ landmark-bank.net.
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EMS Director Full Time – 1.0 FTE (80 hours a pay period). Hours are Monday – Friday and events as needed. Bachelor’s Degree in a Healthcare field, or Business (or equivalent combination of education/experience) preferred. Paramedic Licensure required. CPR Instructor. Requires excellent skills in planning, organizing, delegating, coordinating and collaborating. Apply on line at www.firstlighthealthsystem.org Or email resume to hr@fl-hs.org FirstLight Health System 301 Highway 65 South Mora, MN 55051 320-225-3612 EOE
Wilkerson Guthmann, a CPA firm in Scandia, MN is hiring for an administrative support position. Position is seasonal from January 1-April 15; with a flexible schedule of approximately 20 hours per week. Salary negotiable. Please email resume to hire@ wilkersoncpa.com
Print & Online Editor Isanti-Chisago County Star Newspaper We are seeking an individual who loves to be out of the office and has the talent to discover and report on the news of the community. Strong writing and interpersonal skills a must as well as the ability to work independently. Other duties will include leading our online newspaper, design and pagination of paper, and photography. Excellent benefit package and work environment. Send resume and clips to Mike Gainor, Managing Editor: editor@pinecitymn.com
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HEALTH CLINICIANS Student health services in an elementary school or high school beginning as soon as possible. Varied hours per day and days per year, $20.36/hr. Must have an LPN license with an RN license preferred. Recent proven successful experience preferred. Applicants must apply online at www.isd12.org. Click on “Employment” at the top of the page. All applications must be received by 10/30/15. EOE
Voc. Day Program M-F Day hours in St. Paul or Vad Hts. Work with adults with dev. disabilities. Skills in mental health and behavior mod. Must be pos. motivated and self-starter. 2+yrs exp. Dr. lic req'd, pass criminal backgrd study. EOE/AA Kelly: 651-288-8947
5-Drawer Dresser Wood. gd cond. 651-230-1218
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Director of Finance Full time – 1.0 FTE (80 hours a pay period). Hours are Monday–Friday. Four year degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent combination of education and experience. Masters in Hospital Administration or Business Administration preferred. Four to five years experience in financial reporting and analysis with increasing responsibility. CPA preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, ability and willingness to learn new software products, as needed. Knowledge of EMR Billing software such as, Meditech or Excellian is preferred. Apply on line at www.firstlighthealthsystem.org Or email resume to hr@fl-hs.org FirstLight Health System 301 Highway 65 South Mora, MN 55051 320-225-3612 EOE The Hampton Inn & Suites is looking for full time housekeeping attendants Some requirements for this position include the ability to lift, bend, and remain on one's feet for an extended period of time. Full time employee benefits include, medical, dental, 401K, vacation and holiday. Shifts start at 8am, out time depends on hotel occupancy. Apply within at 579 Apollo Drive, Lino Lakes or email your resume to mspll_hampton_suites@hilton.com
Carpenter's Helper M/F Exper pref'd Call Brian at 651-295-3088
154 Full Time Tool Repair Technician Must be mechanically inclined and detail oriented. Responsibilities include repair of pneumatic and electric tools, compressors, parts inventory and general shop upkeep. Benefits available and training provided. Pay based on qualifications. Send resume to: Air King Fastening, 3537 88th Ave. NE, Circle Pines, MN 55014 or pick up job application.
Document Control Specialist FT Award winning small family food mfg. business seeks team mbr who is attentive to detail and wants to work in a great environment with benefits. To apply, send resume to: beth@ northwesternfoods .com
157 Part Time Part time help needed nights and weekends. Looking for friendly helpful people. Lexington Liquors 763-786-0198
For Your Special Events UniqueeVintageeMagical 2222 4th St. • White Bear Lake
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160 Hire Me House Cleaning/ yard work/ errands, reasonable rates call Tim 651-323-7045
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Beautiful oak rectangular table w/tile inserts, 4 oak chairs, two are captains. Very Good Condition $200 Call 651-407-8345
Blaze orange vest-m $15,jacket XL $15, bibs XL $25, bibs youth XL $25, shell vest XL $8, 651-653-3328 307-690-0237
Twin Bed. Exc. condition. Brown finish. 4 drawer storage; Panel headboard. $450. 651-303-9657
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Roll top desk/chair $425, chopping block $425 , 2 large cabinets $65/ea,3 tall Ikea bookshelves $40/ea, Ikea shelving unit $40 Rubbermaid lrg storag cabinet $40,leather recliner $75, elec Toro lawnmower $120 vanity dresser w/mirror $25,leather chair $60, 651-402-2624
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Unique & Antique furniture available due to downsizing Eastlake antique Victorian walnut parlor set, great condition, loveseat & four chairs, floral pattern upholstery (Circa 1885) $495 Antique vintage spinet desk table, walnut, from the 1920 period $225 Classics 8 gun cabinet glass doors all w/locks, $145 White sewing machine w/cabinet & stool $95 Excellent condition Antique oak roll top desk (Circa 1886) $695 Please call 612-670-5353 for appointment at White Bear Lake home
2011Toro Snowblower Mod # 38614, 6.5 HP elect. start $650 cash only. 651-426-3846
358 Firewood Dry split oak full cord delivered. $375 smaller quantities avail. 651-746-9454
Dish Network. Get more for less! Starting $19.99/month (for 12 months), plus bundle & save (Fast Internet for $15 more/month.) Call now 800-297-8706
Donate your car, truck or boat to Heritage for the Blind. Free 3 day vacation, tax deductible, free towing, all paperwork taken care of. 800-439-1735
Ordway 2nd Row A Chorus Line 2/20/16 2x$95 651-762-8042
Sell Your Structured Settlement or annuity payments for CASH NOW. You don't have to wait for your future payments any longer! Call 800-218-8581
Tools, 1995 Ford Expl large hoist, clothes, misc. 763-786-1110
Wanted AG Producers/ Farmers/Ranchers, Factory direct steel buildings – discounts for display buildings – 60'x120'- 70'x15'80x200' Building could be 100% tax-deductible. Call now: 844-297-8335
363 Musical Instruments Kimball Piano Good cond. $200 651-230-1218
Nice Sojin Piano $500 651-354-6078
369 Dry,Oak,mix FP/Cord $125 651-336-7790
Oak firewood $150 /stove cord delivered. $90 you pick up. 20 mi. radius of Forest LK 651-214-7553
Want to Buy Wanted Looking for sail boat cover for a 80's Johnson X boat. Call 612-599-1729
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Banquet Room Overlooks Lake WE ACCOMODATE YOUR SPECIAL EVENT – OFF SITE CATERING – Reserve today!
Call Nick (651)395-2400 55 Lake Street S., Forest Lake, MN
BR set 5 piece dresser x-cnd $350/bo 651-653-3328 307-690-0237
Adopt: Incredibly loving young couple wants to give newborn a warm, caring and happy home with every advantage. Expenses paid. Call/text Rebecca & David 646-378-9326
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LAKEVIEW - FOREST LAKE Custom built 3 story home with unique design. Roof top deck, 4 bedrooms, over 4300 FSF, fenced yard, wonderful home for entertaining.
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$ 375,000
100’ ON BALD EAGLE! Charming with 100’ of west facing shoreline! 5 BR, hardwood, spacious eat-in kitchen, cherry built-ins, sunroom, wrap-around porch, dock and more!
CATHY STOREY 612-270-3427
$ 499,000
FABULOUS 4 LEVEL! Pride of ownership abounds! 3 bedrooms on one level, multi-level deck, main floor family room, built-ins - NICE!
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PRIVACY LOVERS DREAM Tucked back townhome with attached 2car gar. Pleasing south exposure porch. 3Brs same level & 3Baths, Full sz. upper laundry & Patio for cookouts too.
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FOREST LAKE DUPLEX Great investment or owner occupied duplex. Both units have two Bedrooms & 1 car attached garage and shared laundry.
LANNY KURYSH 651-246-1631
2 ACRES IN MAPLEWOOD! 4000+ sq ft walkout rambler near Keller Lake. Big park-like 2 acre lot. Euro style pub and billiards, pool, porch and more. Tremendous value.
PATRICK MCGRATH 651-653-2449
$ 475,000 JANE MORRIS 651-653-2466
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On Bald Eagle, Custom Built With All The Extras On A Wonderful South Facing Lot. 2 story Greatroom W/Fp, Open Floor Plan, Gorgeous MBR Suite + 3 BR’s.
Walk-Out On A Gorgeous 2 Acre Lot, Greatroom With Fp & Main Fl Formal Spaces, Large Owners Suite + 3 BR’s, 6 Car Garage, New Septic, Maht Schools.
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PINE SPRINGS HOME Recently updated 4 Bedroom 3 Bath home on 2.27 Acres. Landscaped and well cared for this home is a must see! Mahtomedi Schools! Call today!
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$ 364,900
651-303-8001
$ 274,900
TURN KEY! 5 BEDROOMS! 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, spacious LL family room with a walkout to a patio/deck, quiet street, private backyard, close to Oak Shore Park & walking trails.
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Custom built rambler on an awesome lot. Mn flr master suite, gourmet kitchen w/ maple flooring, granite counters, and SS appliances. Lots of value.
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$ 389,900
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Classic cottage style home in “Old White Bear”. Featuring 1 BR, 1 BA updated kit & bath, 1 car garage on an alley & close to all downtown activities.
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651-329-8294
$ 174,000
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Private setting & 4+ bedrm with a 20x40 outbuilding. Apartment in the lower lev could bring in $’s for you. Easily converted back to single family hm.
CINDY CURREN 612-720-6445
$ 259,900
RELAX ON THE PORCH! Vaulted 4 season porch brings the outside in. 3 bedrm up, 3 car garage,newer windows, appliances, furnace & roof. Enjoy!
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$ 211,000
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10+ ACRES!! Hidden amongst mature trees you’ll find this Custom Crafted Rambler with lower level walkout. Open/airy, Sky High Ceilings, Mahtomedi Schools++
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$ 625,000
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