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SAVOUR Autumn 2018

THE JOY OF LIVING MAGAZINE

Autumn Excursions APPLES RUN IN THE FAMILY PINE TREE APPLE ORCHARD CONTINUES A LEGACY OF MORE THAN 50 YEARS

THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE

PICK FROM OUR FAVORITE FEATURED LOCAL AND REGIONAL VINEYARDS

CELEBRATING ART

AN ABUNDANCE OF ARTISTS AND FESTIVALS FOR A PERFECT DAY TRIP

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Burst of color

What better way to enjoy the seasonal burst of color and finite days of autumn than an excursion? Defined as a short journey or trip, especially one engaged in as a leisure activity, an excursion can provide the opportunity to view our local landscape and cultural offerings from the fresh perspective of a traveler. With this issue of Savour magazine, we are featuring a wide array of potential destinations and activities, including — but not limited to — apple orchards, vineyards, restaurants, artists and art fairs throughout the Northeast Metro area and across the St. Croix River into Wisconsin. Along with a special section dedicated to “Celebrating Art,” and a comprehensive guide to local and regional vineyards, an article about Pine Tree Apple Orchard, a family owned and operated farm with deep roots in the community, is also featured as our cover story. Generations of the Jacobson family have been working at their orchard in Dellwood since 1958. We hope that the stories featured in this issue help to inspire, inform and connect you to the abundance of homegrown farms, businesses and creative endeavors that are currently being cultivated and nurtured locally. With sincere gratitude, — The Savour Team

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Publisher Carter Johnson

Managing Director Patty Steele

Advertising Kim Miller Sharon Schuler Leanne Swanson

Staff Writer Debra Neutkens

Photographer/Photo Editor Paul Dols

Production Manager Zac Hoppe

Production Designers Evelyn Duvall Adam Henschell Chase Luecken Amanda Stedje Gaokangzoua Yang

Contributors Julie Kink

SAVOUR magazine connects our readers and local businesses thru personal stories and compelling images. We foster shared ideas to highlight creativity, the beauty of nature and perseverance. Our mission is to humanize the economic and community impact of supporting local merchants. The majority of content is paid for by our advertisers.

Lexington Floral pg. 10

Goldwood Kennels pg. 18

Perfect fall floral accompaniment

The Importance of Grooming

Local Art pg. 28 Meet the artist

Darn knit (anyway) pg. 14

Lolo pg. 25

Laugh, learn, and lean on each other

Try a shot of this drink recipe

Fall Favorites pg. 18-19

Savouring Autumn pg. 29

Local dining favorites

Events and destinations to help make the most of your travels

Take a tour across the River to Hudson pg. 20-21 Experience the Spirit of the St. Croix

Great River Road Wineries pg. 15

Truman Company pg. 31 Top-rated coin and precious metal exchange

Special Weekend Wine Facebook.com/SaVour MN

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Growing the family tree(s) Jacobsonâ€™s Pine Tree Apple Orchard continues a family legacy of more than 60 years by Debra Neutkens

amily and tradition are two words that best describe Pine Tree Apple Orchard. For 60 years, three generations of the Jacobson family have grown Honeycrisp, Cortland, Haralson and many other vari-

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eties of pomaceous perfection. Their business, Pine Tree Apple Orchard, started in 1958 when Art Jacobson and his wife Dickie purchased a 25-acre orchard in Dellwood. The couple grew not only the family, but the orchard, going

out on a proverbial limb to purchase land to plant more trees. Artâ€™s genius, said son Bill, was knowing development would inevitably encroach on their orchard and taking steps to lessen the impact. Today, the farm comprises 300 acres of

— If ever there was a perfect fruit, a strong contender would have to be the fat-free apple.

Apples not only keep the doctor away, but they can provide a wealth of health benefits: fiber to ward off diabetes and lower cholesterol, antioxidants that help reduce the risk of cancer, hypertension and heart disease; vitamins

A and C, and potassium.

photos by

Paul Dols

Apples are a source of the mineral boron, which may promote bone health. All for about 80 calories.

apple trees and strawberries. The family patriarch and matriarch have passed away, Art in 2008 and Dickie in 2016, but their six children carry on the traditions, with help from their offspring and about 130 seasonal employees. Each Jacobson sibling has a specialty that makes the business run like a welloiled machine. Barb is the oldest and is company CEO. When it’s strawberry season, she leads the picking crew. Mary and Jeanne work in the bakery during apple season and sort berries in June. They are guardians of their mom’s pie crust recipe. Nancy runs the apple sales room and manages the pick-your-own strawberry patch. John is in charge of growing the apples. Bill grows the berries and is the “Mc-

Gyver” of the tribe. “He can fix anything,” according to Barb. When apple season is in full bloom, the destination orchard is a hive of activity. The parking lot is jammed with visitors there to enjoy a yummy piece of homemade pie, munch on apples, browse the

gift shop and enjoy live entertainment. There are wagon rides, weekend pony rides, a pumpkin patch and from Sept. 22 to Oct. 21, a corn maze. Other traditional happenings are a Run and Walk for the Apples — this year it’s Oct. 20 — and a Ladies of the Lake quilting show the last two weekends in October. The annual Pine Tree Apple Tennis Classic in August has raised more than $5 million for cancer research at Children’s Minnesota. The myriad activities in between the picking and baking are the Jacobson’s way of giving back to the community, a legacy started by their pioneering parents. In fact, those contributions led to the family receiving “The Spirit of White Bear Tourism Award” in 2007 from Explore White Bear. As for the apples, their newest variety is First Kiss, a cross between Honeycrisp and MonArk developed at the University of Minnesota. The apple debuted at this year’s State Fair, about the time it ripens.

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Jacobson family members, from left, Nancy, Jeanne, Art, Dickey, Mary, Barb, Bill and John pose for photo during a busy day at the orchard back in 2007. Art passed away in 2008 and Dickie in 2016, but the six siblings carry on the traditions, with help from their offspring and about 130 seasonal employees.

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Pine Tree was one of the test sites for the new variety. Barb said the apple has a classic tartness that Minnesotans enjoy. Barb attributes their success to a great family dynamic. “We work well together and we like what we do,” she said. They still worry about Mother Nature. It’s a farming enterprise after all, so weather can deal unexpected challenges. There were years, for example, when they hired a helicopter to create a downward draft of warm air over the trees when early frost threatened the crop. Then there’s the possibility of hail pummeling the delicate blossoms. When she talks about weather threats to the family livelihood, Barb knocks on wood. You can never be too careful. Asked if there’s anything she’d like people to know, the eldest sibling replied: “We are all still involved and we enjoy being part of the community. We grew up here and we are still here.” Their mission, Barb said, is to educate people about growing apples. “We want people to know that apples do not come from supermarkets; they come from trees.”

Get the most out of your apple picks Variety McIntosh Lakeland Cortland Sweetango Redwell Haralson Red Delicious Fireside Prairie Spy Golden Delicious Honeygold Regent Honey Crisp

Season Mid September Mid September Late September Late August Late September Early October Early October Early October Early October Early October Early October Early October Late September

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Pine Tree Apple Orchard A Family Tradition

Apples for everybody! Apples in pies, bread, muffins, doughnuts, rollovers and cider! FUN for the whole family with wagon rides, a corn maze and pick-your-own pumpkins. C’mon out...This is the place to make you smile. Pies for the Holidays! Wonderful, delicious, heavenly pies. There are many to choose from Pine Tree’s own recipes. Call for Selection Holiday Gift Baskets & Boxes available after Nov. 15th See website for calendar of events • Call for seasonal hours www.pinetreeapplesorchard.com • 651-429-7202 • North of White Bear Lake off East Hwy 96

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Lexington Floral The perfect floral accompaniment for any occasion From a stunning collection of gorgeous white asiatic lilies, to a whimsical burst of sunflowers dancing among blue hydrangea, to a simple grouping of fall greenery woven into the rich hues of autumn blooms, Lexington Floral is ready to create the perfect floral accompaniment for any occasion - or, for everyday. The Shoreview business has launched a floral subscription service that takes the worry out of ordering flowers on a regular basis. Lexington Floral’s automatic floral and plant subscription service delivers custom hand-picked arrangements

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or plants to homes or businesses via monthly or weekly subscriptions. Customers choose the price range, frequency, and day of delivery; the rest is up to the design team at Lexington Floral. A delivery fee is charged for the initial order but waived after that, as long as the subscription is active. Arrangements such as their Designer’s Choice Seasonal Selection, Plants for a NotSo-Green Thumb, or High Style and Tropicals, featuring fresh vibrant exotics like Orchids, Ginger or Birds of Paradise, are just a few of the selections; most are priced between $24.95 and $39.95 per arrangement.

Another subscription option is their “We’ve Got Your Back!” package, with automatic deliveries on special dates of the customer’s choosing - no more panic on big days and holidays. “Customers can choose their price point and the occasions and holidays when they would like them delivered for instance Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, birthdays and anniversaries,” said owner Allie Tempelis. They’ll even swap out the vase - no more stockpile of old vases sitting around, and less waste. It’s a service that anyone who’s ever forgotten a birthday or anniversary can appreciate - and it’s simple to set up. “It’s great for customers who may otherwise wait till the last minute. They give us the dates and other details, such as someone’s favorite flower. We’ll call for a card message before each delivery. They won’t be invoiced until we input the order,” Tempelis explained. All arrangements are designed in a vase at the store and delivered by

Lexington Floral drivers a definite advantage over national brands that come in a box, not arranged, and may be of questionable quality, added Tempelis. She should know - she’s the shop’s third generation owner. Some subscribers choose to have flowers delivered regularly to a loved one in a nursing home, or someone experiencing an extended illness. Businesses find that having fresh flowers or plants on the front desk makes a more welcoming atmosphere for their customers. Lexington Floral also offers unique floral arrangements for weddings and parties, workshops, and a large selection of luxury home goods, natural body care products and locally made gifts. The shop will celebrate its 33rd anniversary in October. Lexington Floral is located at 3414 Lexington Ave North, Shoreview, MN; call 651-483-2786 or visit www. lexingtonfloral.com.

Apple-Pecan Baked Beans

by Victoria Valley Orchard, Cindy Papenheim 1 (28 oz.) can baked beans (Bush’s Country Style suggested) 1 tsp. liquid smoke (or ½ tsp. if prefer less) 2 tbsp. butter 1 large apple, peeled and finely diced 1 medium onion, finely diced 6 slices bacon, diced ¼ c. packed brown sugar ½ c. chopped pecans

Absinthe Yes, it’s legal, and has a fascinating history. Try it in our “Original Sin” cocktail or traditional with sugar and water.

In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onions and apples and saute until the apples and onions are tender. Add bacon and continue cooking until the bacon is cooked but not crisp. Add pecans and brown sugar and continue sauteing for another minute. Place beans in 1 1/2-quart casserole and mix with liquid smoke and half of the apple-pecan mixture. Spread the other half of the mixture over the top of the beans. Bake at 350 degrees for 40-50 minutes, until the beans are bubbly and the bacon on top has browned. Makes 5-6 servings.

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The classic French absinthe ritual involves placing a sugar cube on a flat perforated spoon, which rests on the rim of the glass containing a measure or “dose” of absinthe. Iced water is then very slowly dripped on to the sugar cube, which gradually dissolves and drips, into the absinthe, causing the green liquor to louche (“loosh”) into an opaque opalescent white as the essential oils precipitate out of the alcoholic solution.

LEARN MORE AT: www.absinthes.com/en/absinthe-encyclopedia

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Stay•Wine & Dine Plan your Fall get away!

Afton House Inn offers country-chic, individually decorated rooms with scenic views overlooking the river. Fine dining can be enjoyed in the Wheel Room or Pennington Room with an intimate setting. CURRENT Restaurant offers daily dining and Sunday breakfast/ brunch. Menu is fresh, lively, and healthystriving to support independent, locally owned farms and businesses. Swirl Wine Club • Shop • Bar offers over 125 varieties, a bar that includes 6+ wines by the glass that change weekly, and menu that changes seasonally. Inquire about our wine club with great benefits!

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Learn to knit in our $20 knit 101 class.

Fall brings with it warmer beverages, cooler temperatures and back to school adventures! People everywhere are stocking up on school supplies and getting ready to learn new things. Why not you? We have taught people to knit, crochet, spin and weave for 9 years in Stillwater. Why not you?

Make a mitten in 4 hours in Mittens 101.

Our shop is a warm, casual environment where makers gather to laugh, learn, and lean on each other. Why not you? Join us for some back to school adventures of your own!

Everyone needs socks. Learn in our Basic Socks Class.

423 S Main Street, Stillwater, MN 55082 â€˘ (651) 342-1386

See our full schedule of classes on our website www.darnknitanyway.com Find and follow us on Facebook and Instagram

Choose your own style in our Sweater Adventure Class

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2018 Home for the Holiday Home Tour, Boutique, Luncheon & Gala Friday, November 16, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Saturday, November 17, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Gala: Saturday, November 17, 6:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Order Tickets at www.northoakshometour.org

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Sausage Combination Plate Fall comfort food at its finest. A bratwurst and a Knackwurst sausage grilled and served with sauerkraut and homemade German Potato Salad – Guten appetit!

Paulaner Oktoberfest Beer Our seasonal “fest” beer is in the haus! Enjoy one on draught or any of our 12 imports. Prost!

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Reuben Chunks of homemade, slowroasted Corned Beef combined with Sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, & Thousand Island dressing on grilled Marble Rye bread. Served with your choice of side.

Spaten Oktoberfest This medium bodied, Amber colored beer has achieved its impeccable taste by balancing the roasted malt flavor with the perfect amount of hops. Having a rich textured palate with an underlying sweetness true to tradition.

140 Judd St, Marine on St Croix, MN 55047 651-433-1112

Italian Hoagie Slices of Salami, Bolgna, Ham, and Provolone cheese topped with Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Mayo, and Sub Dressing piled between two lightly toasted slices of a Cuban roll. Served with your choice of side.

Old Fashioned The Old Fashioned, developed during the 19th century and given its name in the 1880s, is an IBA Official Cocktail. It is also one of six basic drinks listed in David A. Embury's “The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks.”

21050 Ozark Ct N, Scandia, MN 55073 651-433-0147

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Seafood Vierge

Seafood pasta at its finest; fresh herbs, shrimp, mussels, scallop seafood pasta at its finest; in a delicious tomato, garlic and fresh herbs, coriander sauce.shrimp,

Seared Scallops ProvenĂ§al Couscous, Grape Tomato, Kalamata Olives & Herb Oil

Seafood Vierge mussels, scallop in a seafood pasta at its garlic finest; and delicious tomato, fresh herbs, shrimp, coriander sauce.in a mussels, scallop

Mix-Up Two 1/3 lb burger & 1/4 lb fresh sliced roast beef, topped with thick bacon, and a hearty horseradish mayo.

delicious tomato, garlic and coriander sauce.

LeLe Grande SideCar Car Grande Side

Our french take on a classic Our French on a classic sidecar; we take substitute sidecar; we substitute whiskey Le Grande Side Car whiskey aged in french aged in French barrels and for add barrels for brandy, Our french take on a classic some cointreau brandy, and add and somegrand Cointreau sidecar; we substitute marnier, along with lemon and Grand Marnier, along with whiskey aged french juice simple syrup. lemonand juice andin simple syrup. garnished with a luxardo barrels for brandy, Garnished with a luxardo and add cherry.

Triaâ€™s Winter French 75 Pierre Ferrand 1840 Cognac, Dolin Rouge & Champagne

Seasonal Utepils fest beer on tap for a limited time. Join us for happy hour 3pm-6pm everyday for 1/2 price beer, wine, and 1/2 price cheeseburgers, classic roast beef, and french fried boats.

some cointreau and grand cherry. marnier, along with lemon juice and simple syrup. garnished with a luxardo cherry.

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Utepils Receptional-German Style Beer

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The Importance of Grooming Boarding • Grooming • Pet Boutique • Pet Travel

Grooming Tips • Appointments should be relaxed and enjoyable for the pet; never rushed or stressful. • Regular grooming helps prevent mats and tangles that can become painful, decreases shedding and dander and contributes to your pet’s overall health. • Visits to the grooming salon can become positive, social outings for even the most nervous pets; routines are so beneficial!

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NATURE’S CANVAS

Sandhill cranes begin to gather as they prepare for fall migration.

by Jackie Bussjaeger A honey bee gathers nectar from flowers at Tamarack Nature Center in White Bear Township. According to a beekeeper at the center, the movement of the bee’s wings creates a static electricity charge that causes pollen to cling to the bee when it lands on a flower.

by Paul Dols

A Tennessee warbler rests in a tree outside a home in Vadnais Heights.

by Greg Drawbaugh

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Heart Prints

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Take a tour across the River to Hudson September

October

November

September 22-23 Saturday & Sunday Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival

October 4-6 Thursday – Saturday Vintage in the Valley

November 16-18 Friday - Sunday Christmas Tour of Homes & Craft Sale

September 8 - 23 Take Me to the River – A collaborative effort sponsored by ArtReach St. Croix to showcase the arts and musical traditions

Saturday, October 20 Hilltop Pumpkin Party

Friday, November 23 Light Up Night

Wednesday, October 31 Rotary Halloween Day Parade

Friday, November 30 Candlelight Stroll

See more Events tourism.discoverhudsonwi.com/events/calendarcatgid

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212 Walnut St., Hudson, WI 715-808-0118 • pedrosdeleste.com

426 2nd Street, Hudson, WI (715) 386-4003 • sanpedrocafe.com

Get ready to experience the Spirit of the St. Croix for yourself in Hudson, Wisconsin!

Vintage in The Valley

Beautiful patio & cozy indoor seating with fireplace.

“Revealing the Art of Creative Repurposing”

October 4th - 6th

Wines by the glass, signature cocktails, martini & wine flight, wine & spirits by the bottle!

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*Revealing the Art of Creative Repurposing * • Furniture • Home Decor • Framed Prints • Plaster Paint • Clothing • Jewelry • and more!

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Visit all the Great River Road Wineries

Special Weekend Wine/Food Pairing Event Holiday Harvest: 2nd Weekend in November 10-11, 2018 all Wineries 10a.m.-5p.m. Spring Fling New Wine Release Party: Saturday & Sunday, April 6-7, 2019, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. June Bloom Wine & Food Event: Saturday & Sunday, June 2 – 3, 2019, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Please buy tickets in advance online or at wineries. Watch website or facebook for other special events. www.greatriverroadwinetrail.org St.Paul, MN 10 494

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Hastings, MN

Cannon Falls, MN

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Hager City, WI 35

Red Wing, MN

Maiden Rock, WI

4 Stockholm, WI WI 5 Pepin, Nelson, WI

Wabasha, MN

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Flower Valley Vineyards 29212 Orchard Road, Red Wing, MN 55066 Apr-May and Oct 28 – Nov 19: Sat 11am -7pm • Sun 12pm-5pm • May 26 – Oct 22: Fri – Sat 11am -7pm Sun – Tues Noon-5pm • Closed on Wed & Thurs 651-388-0388 • www.flowervalleyvineyard.com Maiden Rock Winery & Cidery W 12266 King Lane Stockholm, WI 54769 Apr-Jun: Thurs - Mon 10am-5pm July-Oct: Daily 10am-6pm Nov-Mar: Sat-Sun 11am-5pm ...or always by arrangement! 715-448-3502 • www.maidenrockwinerycidery.com

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Villa Bellezza Winery / II Forno Ristorante Great River Rd/Hwy 35 1420 3rd Street, Pepin, WI 54759 Open Daily, Year Round • Sun-Thurs: 11am-5pm (Restaurant until 7) Fri & Sat: 11am-7pm (Restaurant until 8) Extended hours Summer and Fall 715-442-2424 • www.villabellezza.com

Danzinger Vineyards S2015 Grapeview Lane (located on County Road E) Alma, WI 54610 Sept: Sun - Thurs 11-5 pm, Fri & Sat 11-7 pm April, May, Oct, Nov: Daily 11-5 pm • Dec: Fri - Sun 11-5 pm Closed: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Day Check our website for winter hours www.danzingervineyard.com • 608-685-600

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Onalaska, WI 53

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Falconer Vineyards Winery & Bistro 3572 Old Tyler Road, Red Wing, MN 55066 651-388-8849 • www.falconervineyards.com Memorial Day thru Labor Day Weds- Thurs 4-8pm, Fri 12-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 12 - 6pm Winter weekends: Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm Check our website or facebook for additional seasonal hours. Wood Fired Pizzas: Wednesday - Sunday

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Cannon River Winery 421 Mill Street West, Cannon Falls, MN 55009 May-Dec: Mon-Thurs 11-7pm Fri-Sat 11-9 pm, Sun 11-6 pm 507-263-7400 • www.cannonriverwinery.com

Marquette, IA 52

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Seven Hawks Vineyards 17 North Street, Fountain City, WI 54629 Year-round Mon-Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 12-5pm Call ahead for winter hours or check web for winter hours 608-687-9463 • www.sevenhawksvineyards.com

Elmaro Vineyard N14756 Delaney Road, Trempealeau, WI 54661 Apr-Dec: Tues-Thurs 12-6pm, Fri-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 12-5pm Jan-Mar: Thurs 12-6pm, Fri-Sat 10am-7pm, Sun 12-5pm 608-534-6456 • www.elmarovineyard.com

Garvin Heights Vineyards 2255 Garvin Heights Road (Cty. Rd 44) Winona, MN 55987 May-Oct: Tues-Sun, 10am-6pm, Apr, Nov – Christmas: Fri – Sun, Noon -5pm 507-474-WINE (9463) • www.ghvwine.com

Riverview Vineyard & Winery

Riverview Vineyard & Winery 32882 County Rd. 1 (Apple Blossom Dr.) La Crescent, MN 55947 April-Oct: Thurs-Sun Noon to 6 pm Nov: Thurs-Sun Noon to 5 pm 507-313-3566 • www.riverviewwinery.com

Eagles Landing Winery 127 North Street, Marquette, IA 52158 Daily Year-round: 10am-5pm Christmas Eve & New Years Eve: 10am-1pm Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Years Day, & Easter Sunday 563-873-1905 • www.eagleslandingwinery.com

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James Perry Vineyards Rush City, MN

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Cracked Barrel Winery Hudson, WI

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James Perry Vineyards JP Vineyards LLC 4790 480th Street Rush City, MN 55069 651-528-2858 www.jamesperryvineyards.com

September 20 – DIY Pallet Painting, Cracked Barrel Winery September 21 – Goat Yoga, Cracked Barrel Winery September 21-23 – Fall Wine Fest, Northern Vineyards September 22 – Northern Grape Stomp, Northern Vineyards September 22-23 – Harvest Festival, Chateau St. Croix September 23 – Succ it up Buttercup, Northern Vineyards September 29 – Bean Bag Tournament, Cracked Barrel Winery

October 6 – David Roth in Concert, Dancing Dragonfly October 13 – Art at the Winery Plant & Sip, Dancing Dragonfly October 13-14 – Oktober Wine Festival, Chateau St. Croix October 20 – Wine & Woof, Northern Vineyards October 21 – Coco’s Heart Fundraising, Cracked Barrel Winery October 27-28 – Wine-O-Ween, Chateau St. Croix November 17-18 – Cheese & Choclate, Chateau St. Croix

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Art

Take Me to the River Artreach St. Croix

(visit www.takemetotheriver.info for more info & times)

September 14-16

Heart of the River, Abnet Farm Art Show & Sale, Sharon Weiser Art Studio Sale, Marine Art Fair

September 21-23

Afton Art in the Park, Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival, Mary Jo Van Dell Studio & Judd Street Exchange, Franconia Art & Artists Celebration, River Valley Potters Pottery Sales Peter Jadoonath Guillermo Cuellar & Friends Nick Earl at Abnet Farm Western Wisconsin Pottery Tour

OTHER FALL EVENTS The Zephyr

Live Music – All Genres at The Stillwater Zephyr Theatre every Thursday of each Month - 7:00 p.m., Beginning September 6th, 2018 Music Festival – September 27th thru October 1st, 2018 Comedy/Film/Magic Performances at The Stillwater Zephyr Theatre – On Wednesdays. See more details at stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org Halloween Masquerade Ball – Saturday, October 13th Haunted History Trolley Tours – October 18-27 Claude Bourbon, International Guitarist Performing Medieval & Spanish Blues, Tuesday, October 30th

September-October 1

Respite September “First Friday” – Friday, September 7, 5-9pm Seasons on St. Croix Gallery invites you to our FIRST FRIDAY CELEBRATION Featuring Jill VanSickle (painter) and Amy VonBargen (potter)

October 6-7

Rivertown Fall Art Festival 120 + Fine Artists, live music and variety food selections.

November 9

Stillwater Art Guild Gallery Gala Reception

Sat, October 6th 10 a – 5 p Sun, October 7th 11 a – 4 p

One of the most popular and well attended Art Festivals in the Midwest! Located in Lowell park Stillwater

120 + Fine Artists Live music featuring local entertainers and The Good The Bad and The Funky playing from 5 – 8 p Saturday overlooking the beautiful St. Croix River! Enjoy a beer & wine tent and a variety of food selections.

50th Fabulous Family Day FREE events, food and fun! Saturday, October 13 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Music, Food Trucks, Activities and Time Capsule Dedication

WBCA, Time Capsule

TIME FLIES!

4971 Long Avenue White Bear Lake, MN 55110 www.WhiteBearArts.org • (651) 407-0597

• Tuesdays at 7 p.m., dancing • Wednesdays at 7 p.m., comedy and ﬁlm, free open mics • Thursdays at 7 p.m., live music across genres • Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m., live theater • Fridays and Saturdays 9 to 11 p.m., jazz bands and jams • Sundays at 2 p.m., live theater • Sundays at 7 p.m., singer songwriters www.stillwaterzephyrtheatre.org 601 Main St N, Stillwater, MN 55082 (651) 373-7026

Local Art MARY JO VAN DELL

For more information visit

W W W. M A R Y J O VA N D E L L . C O M

Contemporary landscape oil painter Mary Jo Van Dell finds inspiration in the woods, lakes, prairies, coasts and wilderness areas of northern Minnesota, Canada and beyond. Her paintings are recognized by her minimalist technique, limited use of palette and often somber and moody sense. With pronounced simplification and harmonious clarity she is able to captivate her audience emotionally. Mary Jo has gained a strong following of collectors and admirers who are attracted and drawn into the uncluttered and quiet nature of her work. Her work has been included into the permanent collection of the Minnesota Historical Society and the National Park System.

Her studio is located in Marine on St Croix above the General Store

FRANK ZELLER F R A N K Z E L L E R WAT E R C O L O R S T U D I O . C O M

Frank Zeller is an accomplished and much sought after art teacher. He has a masterâ€™s degree in art education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and taught art for 32 years in White Bear Lake. He has conducted watercolor workshops throughout Minnesota as well as in Italy and Spain and he is currently teaching classes at the White Bear Center for the Arts. He has won national and state awards and has been a judge for the Minnesota State Fair Fine Arts Exhibition. You can find instructional DVDs available on his website at www.frankzellerwatercolorstudio.com

Sue Olson

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S U E O L S O N WAT E R C O L O R S . C O M

Sue Olson is a signature member of the NorthStar Watermedia Society and enjoys painting landscapes, seascapes and flowers. She is co-chair of Artistsâ€™ Market, an annual show and sale of original art held each spring in the Fine Arts Center at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Sue teaches watercolor classes in Arizona in the winter months.

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Savouring Autumn A variety of events and destinations to help make the most of your travels around the Northeast Metro area White Bear Lake Ladies Night Out – September 27 Rabbit Hole - Lakeshore Player’s Theatre – Through October 14 Farmer’s Market – Friday mornings through October 27. Historic House Tour – September 30, Noon – 6 pm Holiday Open House - November 8 Small Business Saturday - November 24 Stillwater Flea & Crafter Market – September 29 Take Me to the River - Experience Art at Every Bend in the River - ArtReach St. Croix – October 6 and 7 Fall Colors River Cruises: – Through October 20

Hudson, WI Spirit of the St. Croix Art Festival 2018 – Saturday September 22, and Sunday September 23, 2018

Forest Lake/Lino Lakes Waldoch Farm Fall Fun – Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch– September 22 through October 31

Marine on St. Croix Marine on St. Croix’s 45th Annual Art Fair — September 15 and 16

Shoreview Shoreview Farmer’s Market — Through September 26

Hugo Woods of Terror and Spooktacular Fall Harvest - Woodloch Stables – Through October

Vadnais Heights Vadnais Heights Halloween Party – Wednesday, October 31

Lake Elmo Coco’s Heart Doggie Day 5K/10K – September 15 Rockpoint Church Corn Maze – September 16

Bayport Derby Days – September 15 Farmer’s Market – through October Afton Afton Art in the Park – September 22

Night Owl Shuffle – October 6 Valley Vine and Harvest Throwdown – October 14

The Zephyr Theatre Halloween Masquerade Ball – October 13 Farmer’s Market – Through October 27 The Zephyr Theatre - Claude Boubon - International Guitarist – October 30 Art Guild - Gala Reception – Nov. 9

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Truman Company

top-rated coin and precious metal exchange More than 40 years in business has given The Truman Company owner Roger Westerling a clear idea of what customers want in a coin and precious metals dealer. Most of all, he says, it’s to be treated fairly.

Personalized service and competitive pricing are the hallmarks of The Truman Company. Taking care of customers and giving them a fair price are values handed down from Westerling’s Uncle Truman, who taught him about the metals and coins business as a young man. After obtaining his business degree, Westerling spent many years working with some of the finest and most prominent dealers in the business before establishing The Truman Company in 2010. Customers may be local, regional or national. Westerling prefers the local business because he loves interacting with customers.

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The Truman Company buys gold and silver bullion, old gold and silver jewelry (scrap gold), and other collectables. Their specialty is the coin business. Licensed by the State of Minnesota as a Bullion Coin Dealer, the company is one of the leading rare coin and precious metals dealers in the Twin Cities, often beating the prices of low-cost internet companies.

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“I believe in the repeat customer. If you treat everyone fairly they will come back,” Westerling said. “Doing business in the right and honest way is important. Most of our business is repeat customers. I want to make everyone’s experience pleasant and as stress-free as possible.”

Aidan and Roger buying another coin deal with the help of Sonny. Often, he says, people come in wanting to buy something tangible thinking that the price will go up. Sometimes a customer will inherit an item or a whole estate, with no clue what they have. Westerling and his team go into the home and make a list of every item, with their offer price. Some of their more unusual “finds?” “Coins that people have no idea that they had something rare until we tell them,” Westerling said. “One case comes to mind - they thought they just had old baseball cards but they had cards from the 50s-60s that were in the low six-figures.” The biggest mistake people make, Westerling said, is to clean an item. “Do

Not Clean,” he emphasized. “It totally destroys the collector value of any coin. Just box them up and bring them to us. We’re happy to sort and itemize and we can do it much faster.” Westerling and his store manager Aidan Kelly, both love to be in the shop every day, “not knowing what will walk in the door next.” And of course, Sonny, the labrador retriever, is in the shop every day to greet visitors. Starting in September, The Truman Company will be open weekdays until 6 p.m. and Saturdays 10-2, or by appointment. Visit The Truman Company at 2585 Hamline Avenue North Suite E, Roseville, MN, call 651-582-3865 or www.trumanrc.com.

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2585 Hamline Ave. N. Ste. E. Roseville, MN, 55113 www.trumanrc.com

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