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THE ARTISAN NEXT DOOR HANDMADE HOLIDAYS
CELEBRATIONS REDEEMED FARMS — A GRACIOUS SPACE
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Minnesota’s Nongame Wildlife Program
VISION OF SWANS
The Minnesota Nongame Wildlife Program works to help thousands of species of Minnesota wildlife like bees, butterflies, songbirds, eagles, loons, frogs, turtles and bats thrive through habitat restorations, surveys and monitoring, technical guidance, and outreach and education including the eagle and falcon cams!
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January 5, 1996; temperature -24 degrees. I was sitting on the ice in the middle of the Mississippi River near Monticello, quietly photographing a flock of about 50 trumpeter swans in a sheltered bay where they had spent the night. Every few minutes a swan would rise up from the water to stretch and flap its wings, creating a vision of angelic forms rising in the fog. It was a vision of swans. It was the most enchanting scene I have ever witnessed. One of which had been missing from Minnesota for more than a hundred years. Some of those swans derived from eggs I had collected in Alaska as part of a DNR Nongame Wildlife Program project to reintroduce trumpeter swans in the state. I was selected as the Minnesota DNR’s first Nongame Wildlife Program supervisor. In 1980 the Minnesota legislature passed the Nongame Wildlife Checkoff law was established to help nongame wildlife. Minnesota citizens donated over $500,000 in 1981 on the checkoff line of their tax forms—and restoration of the trumpeter swan was in transition from vision to reality. The trumpeter swan is the largest waterfowl species in the world, standing up to four feet tall, having a wingspread approaching eight feet, and weighing up to 35 pounds. These swans can live over 25 years and have resonant trumpeting calls that can be heard over a half mile away. TRUMPETER SWAN HISTORY One of the first reports of swan skins in the fur trade was in Canada in 1806 when the Hudson’s Bay Company reported swan skins in their sales to Europe. From 1853 through 1877, the Hudson’s Bay Company purchased 17,671 swan skins for export to Europe. However, by 1877, swan populations were greatly reduced and the company reported purchasing only 122 swan skins. As trumpeter swans disappeared from Canadian wetlands in the 1800s, they were also disappearing in the northern United States. An important portion of their US range was in Minnesota. Prior to settlement, the lake near Mankato now known as Swan Lake was called Manha tanka otamenda by the Sioux—meaning “Lake-of-the-Many-Large-Birds.” The first nesting record by European explorers for trumpeter swans in the continental United States was July 13, 1823, they encountered adult swans and cygnets in Nicollet County on that same lake which they referred to as the “Lake of Swans”. The last records of nesting trumpeter swans in Minnesota occurred 1884 or 1885. There are no nest records after 1885. They had become extirpated in Minnesota and biologists feared the species would become extinct. By 1932, only 69 trumpeter swans survived in the continental United States, mainly in the Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge in Montana. With protection finally provided, the continental US population slowly
rose to 907 swans by 1968, and the entire North American population was estimated at 3,600 to 4,400. There was also an “undiscovered” trumpeter swan population in Alaska that was not documented until later. HENNEPIN PARKS Parks commissioner Fred E. King began efforts to reintroduce trumpeter swans in Minnesota by obtaining a pair of trumpeter swans from Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge in 1966. The flock increased slowly through the 1980s and some birds even migrated to Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, and Oklahoma, but there were survival problems. Swans died from hitting power lines, swallowing old lead shotgun pellets lying at the bottom of shallow marshes, and some swans were shot by inexperienced hunters or vandals. By 1984 the flock had grown to 91 swans, of which 35 were free-flying. The 2015 survey of trumpeter swans in Minnesota recorded 270 swans in the five county metro area including 56 pairs on nests. PREREQUISITES FOR SUCCESS This included several essential components. First, DNR Wildlife chief Roger Holmes specified that trumpeter swans were being reintroduced to restore an integral part of our state’s biological diversity and not for eventual designation as a game species. The only funds to be used were donations from Minnesota citizens to the Nongame Wildlife Checkoff on state tax forms. Second, Roger specified that as trumpeter swans became established, areas occupied by the swans would be closed to waterfowl hunting to protect the swans. The consequence of shooting a trumpeter swan has ranged from fines and restitution charges from $1000 to $3000 and confiscation of the hunter’s shotgun. WHICH CAME FIRST? THE EGGS! Minnesota was the first state to proceed with a major trumpeter swan restoration project effort. Before proceeding, we needed to perfect the techniques for collecting wild swan eggs, transporting them to incubators, hatching the cygnets, and caring for the young after hatching. We obtained permits to collect eight trumpeter swan eggs from the LaCreek National Wildlife Refuge in South Dakota. In 1984 and 1985, we began gathering swans for our first major swan release in 1987. We obtained 21 juveniles from the Minnesota Zoo, Brookfield Zoo in Chicago, and Hennepin Parks. 1986 NORTH TO ALASKA We began egg collections in June of 1986 in Fairbanks, Alaska; not without challenges. Our success rate for for hatching those eggs was 43 out of 50 eggs each year. INCREASING ODDS FOR SWAN SURVIVAL We realized that not all of the released birds would survive. We decided to hold them in captivity until 23 months of
An annual gathering place to view the swans during the months of December- February.
age because natural mortality is typically very high in their first year of life. Trumpeter swans normally select a mate in their third year and find a marsh where they would establish their future nesting territory. They typically begin nesting in their fourth year. This gave the swans a year to become familiar with their release area before they reached breeding age. This strategy worked. About one swan in four survived to adulthood. AT LAST! RELEASING THE SWANS IN NORTHERN MINNESOTA After five years of planning, egg collection, development of rearing facilities, and site selection, we began the most important part of our project—releasing the swans in their new “homes.” Trumpeter swans imprint on the first place that they fly from so to them, Minnesota was their home where we hoped they would eventually nest. It was an incredible feeling to see the swans begin their new life in Minnesota. We continued our northern swan releases through 1994. OUR NEW SWAN POPULATION In 2008 it was estimated that there were 3,600 swans in Minnesota. Trumpeter swans have adapted extremely well to the wetland complexes in the Detroit Lakes and Park Rapids areas. However, my biggest surprise is that I had originally expected the swans to expand their range southward into the prairie pothole country of Ottertail County. Instead, the swans pioneered north and east into forested lakes and wetlands of the northern boreal forests where they nested on the edge of bog mats amid forests of spruce and tamarack. HOW MUCH IS A SWAN WORTH? We released 372 swans during our restoration project at a total cost of $514,550 over 20 years. Considering the cost we put into the swan rearing, we figured that we had invested about $2000 at the time we released a two-year-old swan. About one in every four swans released survived to nest and raise young, so our cost to produce an adult breeding swan was about $8000 in 1990.
COUNTING SWANS Our initial goal for our restoration program was 30 pairs of breeding swans in the state. We began releasing swans in 1987, and we reached that goal in 1991. Since then the population has reached a critical mass in which the numbers appear to be doubling about every five years. A statewide trumpeter swan count of 17,021 swans! This suggests that there are about 1700 nesting pairs in the state and 17,000 swans would be produce about 5,000 cygnets in a year. Wow! A VISIT FROM AN OLD FRIEND On January 10, 1997, I returned to the Mississippi River near Monticello to observe the trumpeter swans at their favorite wintering site. While watching several dozen swans in the middle of the river, one swan parted from the flock and began swimming towards me. I photographed the swan as it drew closer. It came within 50 feet; then 40 feet; then 20 feet. Then the swan stepped from the water and I could see a leg band! I focused on the band and took a photo. It was swan # 613-17888. I was looking at eye level to the swan which was only about six feet away. As the swan stood silently looking at me, I began to talk to the swan in a calm, low voice. Finally the swan turned away. Upon returning to the office, I looked up the swan’s band number. I had collected this swan as an egg in the Minto Flats of Alaska on June 10, 1988. We had reared that cygnet at the Carlos Avery Game Farm and released it on North Chippewa Lake on the Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge on May 23, 1990. I can only surmise that the swan stopped by to say “Hi, Dad, and Thanks.”
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by raising money for scholarships for service members through the VFW. Since 2013 Sport Clips has awarded more than 700 scholarships. And each year Sport Clips partners with the Red Cross in the “Saving Lives Never Looked So Good” campaign. Participants who donate blood or platelets through the Red Cross receive a coupon for a free haircut at Sport Clips. Do good and get a great haircut! So the next time you’re looking for a precision haircut, looking to try a new style, or just need a quick beard trim, visit Sport Clips of Stillwater for a true MVP experience. Visit them at the newly renovated salon at 13325 60th Street N. You won’t be disappointed.
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Environmental considerations are also very important to think about especially for kitties. Many of us, with good reason, have litter boxes in a basement where the cats have to go up and down stairs to get to. If there are any mobility issues, this may not be ideal. Moving them to a location where the cat can access these things easily is something to think about. Keeping our pets confined to one level or room of the house while we are gone can also minimize household accidents or hazards. This is helpful to eye sight or hearing changes.
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veterinarian for further investigation: • Decreased appetite • increase thirst • increased urination or accidents • coughing or difficulty breathing • sudden changes in weight • difficulty eating • persistent vomiting or diarrhea • any other changes in your pets behavior. While our senior pets do have increased risk for health issues, with the help of your veterinarian, their senior years can be happy, healthy and pain free!
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Jeweled Serves: 24 - 30 Cookies
Michele Phillips is a Minneapolis, MN Food, Travel and Marketing Writer/ Photographer. She is also the publisher of BaconFatte.com. This food blog celebrates NEW old school cooking and entertaining. When she’s not developing recipes, writing about, photographing, or promoting food and cooking, Michele provides marketing and social media services to small businesses in the retail, service, travel, and restaurant industries. In her spare time, Michele can be found in the kitchen (naturally!), in the garden, travelling, or “living the dream” with her husband and their beloved rescue pets on their boat on the south shores of Lake Superior in the Apostle Islands and the Bayfield, WI area.
paper. With a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon-sized measuring spoon, portion Ingredients dough into approximately 1" balls and place For the Shortbread Cookies: 2" apart on the lined baking sheets. Flatten 12 T unsalted butter, at room temperature the dough balls using a well-floured cookie ½ c granulated sugar press or flat-bottomed water glass. 1 t vanilla extract 1 egg yolk Bake cookies for 8 – 10 minutes, just until 1½ c unbleached flour the edges start to turn light golden brown. ½ t kosher salt When done, remove them from the oven and allow to cool on the cookie sheets for 10 For the Jeweled Chocolate Topping: minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to ¼ - ½ c dried cranberries, chopped cool completely before topping them. ¼ - ½ c pistachios, shelled and chopped Melt chocolate in a double boiler or in the 2 t coarse, sparkling sanding sugar microwave. ¾ c dark chocolate chips or chunks melted Using a small spoon or offset spatula, ¾ c white chocolate chips or chunks carefully “pour” about 1 teaspoon of melted melted chocolate in the center of each cookie. Preparation Spread the chocolate carefully, leaving about Pre-heat oven to 350. In a large mixing bowl, ½ inch to the edges. Add more chocolate if combine the butter and sugar until smooth. you want a thicker layer, and then quickly Add the vanilla and egg yolk, and beat again sprinkle the cranberries, nuts and sugar until the mixture is silky smooth. on top. Press the toppings very gently to set, if needed, and allow chocolate to cool Pour the flour and salt into the butter completely before serving or storing. mixture, and beat just until all ingredients are combined. Store in an air-tight container at room temperature for a couple of days, or in the Line three cookie sheets with parchment refrigerator for up to a week.
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As a high school student in Mahtomedi, Brian was introduced to the craft of pottery and was immediately interested. After taking a course in ceramics he purchased a wheel and kiln and began creating pieces on his own. Brian was also able to acquire the treadle wheel of Richard Abnet, a well-known potter and teacher from Stillwater. This treadle wheel is one of a few wheels that came over from St. Ives, Cornwall in 1968 and he hopes to continue to pass the wheel down to another artist in the future. Thus began Mielkeway Pottery and a hobby became a way of life. Brian incorporates what he sees around him into his art work. Luckily, the land on which his studio sits has an abundance of beauty from which to draw inspiration. The bark of an oak tree becomes the surface used to add texture to clay, a dinner fork is used to scratch an abstract impression of a blue heron, and sticks are used to cut shapes into pots. Movement and natural elements can be seen in each dish, bowl, and cup.
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estled in the corner of two flowages into White Bear Lake: Priebe Lake and Lost Lake, is a place about which many stories have been told and written. When the water is flowing, it attracts spawning fish, aquatic birds, reptiles and raptors. There are two North American migratory flyways over the area and the sounds of migrating birds can be heard as summer turns into fall. This is where artist, Brian Mielke, finds the inspiration that turns a small mound of wet clay into gently curving pots, swirling dishes, and warm mugs.
Brian wishes for each vessel to become someone’s favorite. Although many of his pieces would look lovely displayed behind the glass doors of a china cabinet, he hopes that anyone who purchases from him will use them daily. MielkeWay pottery is available twice a year during a Mother’s Day sale and a fall sale or make an appointment by calling Brian at 651-653-1263 or email at bkmielke@comcast.net. Visit the studio online at www.mielkewaypottery.com.
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Fine art often takes time to produce and pain staking details are all part of the process. The Mielke way of creating pottery however, follows a philosophy of simplicity, high productivity, and utility. Each piece is designed and created for a specific function and is to be used in daily life. As an artist, Brian not only creates simple and beautiful art, it is because of its simplicity that allows him to produce many more pieces. This makes his pottery affordable and accessible for anyone looking to enhance everyday life with simple, useful, and beautiful pottery.
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Cedar Lake Teas recently started partnering with a smallscale organic herb farmer who supplies them with high quality fresh herbs like Spearmint, Owners Christine Melby & Jeramie Naser Chamomile, and Lemongrass. the unique flavor blends that Working with a local farmer means first entices the tea drinker but that the herbs were picked a week it’s the quality that keeps them ago and not several months ago coming back. All Cedar Lake Teas and shipped hundreds of miles. are whole leaf teas, not crushed, Sara Johnson, Cedar Lake Tea’s meaning teas so full of flavor that master tea blender, uses her ability they can be steeped a second time. to blend ingredients that promote health and healing while layering Cedar Lake Teas are always all flavors that are complex and delinatural and certified organic with cious. Each batch of tea is blended no artificial ingredients. Providby hand in small batches to ensure ing great tasting and healthful, peak freshness for a noticeably natural products is the company’s more aromatic cup. One taste of mission but incorporated into that their artisanal teas will open up mission is being a responsible and a whole new world bursting with environmentally aware company. flavors, both exotic and familiar. The ingredients used are non GMO and many teas are fair trade. In From traditional flavors like Earl
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addition to getting the freshest ingredients through a local farmer the company is also minimizing its carbon footprint. The packaging not only keeps the teas fresh but is also eco-friendly. They even partner with a local CSA to compost any tea waste. As a small local company made up of parents, partners, and friends, Cedar Lake Teas is proud to be part of the community. A portion of the proceeds goes to the Happy Kids Backpack Program. This program provides back packs filled with food to local children in need to get them through the weekend. You may also notice the Cedar Lake Teas team standing by the red kettle and ringing the Salvation Army bells during the holidays. Using the best ingredients to blend innovative, signature, and wellness teas that taste amazing is what Cedar Lake Teas is all about. Elevate your tea drinking experience with locally sourced and fresh ingredients. Cedar Lake Teas can be found at Lunds & Byerly’s, Hyvee, Fresh Thyme Farmers Markets, various co-ops, and in other fine establishments across the country. Order online at www.cedarlaketeas.com.
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Tips from Cedar Lake Teas on how to prepare the best tasting cup of tea:
Always use cold, fresh, filtered water. For black, red and herbal teas, it’s best to bring water just to a boil and wait a few seconds before you add the tea, so you release the oils but don’t burn the leaves. For green or white tea, heat (but do not boil) water. We prefer a temp of around 160 degrees. Bitter tea means you burnt the leaves. Steep tea for the amount of time specified. Cedar Lake Teas can be steeped a second time.
Kendra Wiesemeyer, Owner The 715 of Hudson offers inspiring stories through the eclectic, urban elegance of their evolving line of quality merchandise. Simple, collective lifestyles are reflected with a mix of local and European artists emulating the look and feel of welcome. You will find familiar and new designs with something for everyone! Furniture, lighting, unique accessories, clothing and jewelry are some of the constant favorites at this hometown boutique. Experience a little bit of lumberjack‌ rustic‌cowboy, in the comfortable way of mixing distinctive wares into your life. Have fun exploring your own gypsy soul with The 715 today!
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Pilates is for everybody.
Owner Topher Nelson believes the Club Pilates concept is ideal for this area; “The people in the White Bear Lake area are very health conscious and eager for opportunities to improve their well-being. This business aligns well with my personal mission to enable people to live healthy lives. Club Pilates is an incredible community and venue to help people build life-long fitness.”
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Club Pilates is the first Pilates organization to create a proprietary 500-hour Teacher Training Program designed to thoroughly and safely teach group reformer Pilates classes along with TRX, Triggerpoint, and Barre. Club Pilates has more than 140 locations in 35 states, with more opening every week. White Bear Lake is the fourth Club Pilates to open in the Twin Cities (Maple Grove, Plymouth, Savage) and there will be a dozen studios across the metro in the next few years.
at CLUB PILATES WHITE BEAR LAKE 4717 N. Hwy 61, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 (651) 505-4200 | clubpilates.com/whitebearlake
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4770 Banning Avenue, Downtown White Bear Lake (corner of 4th & Banning) 651-653-2207
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Ox and Crow Coffeehouse & Café profile. They are using the art and science of coffee roasting to offer small batch artisan coffee.
Change is good. But sometimes you have to ease into it. Mara Crombie and her husband Bruce Peacock are trying to do just that with the community coffee shop. Now with a new name, Ox and Crow Coffeehouse in Mahtomedi is a labor of love—love for coffee, community, and simplicity.
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At the heart of Ox and Crow Coffeehouse is community. The name, Ox and Crow, is fitting as it emulates hard work, collaboration, and community. Mara and Bruce work with a network of local families to source coffee beans from countries from around the world. They strive to purchase fair trade beans directly from the farmer, thereby allowing a greater percentage of the profit to support the farmer. Small batch roasted coffee is available by the cup and by the pound.
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What they love most about the café is the community and the customers who have been visiting for the over 20 years that it has been in business. It’s a spot for the locals to grab a coffee, chat, and read the newspaper. Mara and Bruce want to honor the coffee shop for its role in the community but they also want to make a few changes, the main one being roasting the coffee in house. Over the last two years they have been refining the art of coffee roasting. Their unique blend of beans and process of roasting creates a distinct flavor
Another change being introduced at Ox and Crow is the menu. Mara’s love for baking pies and breads from scratch using fresh and local ingredients is reflected on the new menu. Simple ingredients like real eggs, hand-carved turkey, and ham are also features in the breakfast and lunch offerings making Ox and Crow not just a place for great coffee but an excellent choice for fresh, homemade food. Coffee brings people together and Mara and Bruce hope that Ox and Crow Coffeehouse continues to be a place where people can come together to discuss ideas, create memories, and talk face to face. And while the world around us is changing at what can feel like break-neck speed, a different kind of change is happening at the café. A change that harkens back to the simple times when food was made from scratch, people would sit and chat for awhile, and a simple cup of coffee was a morning pleasure.
Visit us at Ox and Crow Coffeehouse at 88 Mahtomedi Avenue in Mahtomedi. Find more information on specialty coffees at www.oxandcrow.com.
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It’s been 15 years since Mara and Bruce wrote a business plan for a café and coffee roasting business. Bruce is from White Bear and Mara from Lake Elmo, have always dreamed of having their own business specializing in roasting small batch coffee. They knew they wanted to stay east of the Metro area and kept their eyes out for an opportunity. When a small coffee shop became available in Mahtomedi, it seemed like the perfect time and place. With the business plan and her favorite recipes in hand, Mara and Bruce opened Ox and Crow Coffeehouse and café.
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Meet Karla Kuehl
• Aveda trained and certified • AMTA Member • 22 years of experience with relaxation, deep tissue, pressure point, in office chair massage, prenatal massage and auto accidents Massage Prices:
30 mins - $55 60 mins - $110
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Lexington F loral
for every season of life
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· Weddings • Dances • Sympathy • Valentine’s • Winter Celebrations
Allie Tempelis & Barb Rose
At Lexington Floral, you will find cheerful Birthday blooms, romantic Valentine’s bouquets, and unique arrangements to make that special someone’s day! Adding beauty to your life with party and event florals, hands-on workshops, or that perfect wrist embellishment for a special dance. We are here for you in every season of life; from our awardwinning Wedding designs to helping you choose a special tribute to loved ones lost. Your trusted neighbors and local family owned florist since 1985.
3414 Lexington Ave N. Shoreview, MN 55126 651-483-2786 “Luxury Rooted in Sustainability” -Allie Tempellis
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ow does a story of loss end in a fairytale wedding? And not just one fairytale wedding but many fairytale weddings with many more to come? Julie and Jeff Gacek can tell you, over a glass of lemonade on the porch of their restored farmhouse, that while life can be difficult and painful at times, the journey doesn’t end there and that there is much more in store if only you have a little faith. The Gaceks purchased a century old farmstead in Scandia, MN back in 2013 with the intention of settling on it themselves. Julie grew up on a horse farm in Rice Lake, WI so going back to rural living was a natural move for her. And while Jeff grew up in the city, he too was drawn to life in the country and the farmstead spoke to both of them. They knew it was a special place and that they wanted to share it with others. Redeemed Farm is a labor of love. The nine buildings that stood on the property, including a farmhouse, timber-framed barn, granary, machine shed, chicken
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coop, and milk house were all well used and in need of repair. Julie and Jeff worked tirelessly for four years to meticulously restore each building with character and attention to detail. From circle-sawn boards to square bolts sourced from a warehouse in Oregon, not a detail was missed. There are even historic pavers incorporated into the design that were removed from University Avenue in St. Paul when the new Light Rail line was built. The newest addition to the farm is an 85-year-old dairy barn that was moved 3.5 miles to its new home at Redeemed Farm. While so many barns are being torn down, thus changing the landscape of the country, the Gaceks felt it was important to build from and source from the original. The two-story barn now has gentle white washed walls in the lower dining area. Follow the grand staircase up to the hayloft adorned with chandeliers where ceremonies and receptions take place. Sweeping views of the farmstead can be admired from the hayloft doors and the peacefulness that surrounds can be felt.
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As wedding venues go, Redeemed Farm is what rustic and romantic wedding dreams are made of. Awash in white, the bridal cottage provides a relaxing and inspiring space for the bride and bridal party to prepare for the special day. The former granary is even appointed with vintage makeup vanities and antique French doors overlooking the garden. For the groom there is a rustic turn of the century barn complete with leather couches and pool and foosball table. Outdoor areas on the farm offer additional spaces for gathering with friends and family. The machine shed is an outdoor pavilion complimented with a 30 foot tall field stone fireplace.
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As the sun sets over Redeemed Farm, the Gaceks count their blessings. It was not too long ago that both Julie and Jeff lost partners of over 20 years of marriage. In an effort to find healing, they found each other. While on a mission trip in 2013 with the organization, Healing Haiti, Julie met Jeff. Jeff and his wife had founded the organization in 2006 to provide short-term mission work opportunities in Haiti. By working with the local people to secure fresh water, housing, and caring for orphaned children and the sick, mission
participants gain life changing experiences. These experiences change the way they see the world. Julie feels that this is exactly what happened to her. Their journey has taken them from mission trips to Haiti and back to Minnesota where they finally found a home on a farm. With hearts overflowing with the gratefulness of redemption, the Gaceks opened their farm to other couples celebrating love and a new life. They also host worship at the barn and events such as photoshoots, non-profit gatherings, and Date Nights. Date Nights are special events held three times each season for couples looking to reconnect. These events are near and dear to Julie and Jeff and they invite any interested couples to attend. “Like� Redeemed Farm on Facebook for the latest date night event dates.
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A crackling fire offers a cozy atmosphere around which friends and family can assemble and make memories. Native plants and wild flowers overflow from the country gardens while the nearby bubbling fountain provides a sense of calm.
To celebrate an event at Redeemed Farm, contact Julie at Julie@redeemedfarm.org. See all that the farm has to offer at
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n unforgettable event is all in the details and Vincenzo Catering has every element covered. With 26 years of catering experience in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas, sisters Tracie Charpentier and Toni Fedorchak are doing what they love and it shows.
Making Memories With Food & Family
As a family-run business based out of Centerville, MN, Vincenzo Catering creates quality food with a beautiful presentation. Tracie and Toni work closely with clients to make sure their vision for an event is fully executed, right down to the flatware and table linens. The sisters use tried and true family recipes that clients find both familiar and elegant. They even make events extra special by preparing and serving clients’ favorite family recipes. What could be more special than sharing these time honored dishes with 200 guests?
Vincenzo Catering uses only fresh, high quality ingredients that make the food a focal point of any event. Signature dishes include a stuffed pork loin with cranberry and apple relish, cream cheese and sausage stuffed shells with Alfredo sauce, and chicken breast with feta cheese and asparagus in a cream sauce and wrapped in phyllo dough. They happily accommodate dietary needs and preferences so that every guest feels welcome.
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When Tracie and Toni’s grandfather, Vincenzo Colonna immigrated from Italy to Ellis Island in 1911, his name was changed to James Colonna. In order to honor their grandfather and his journey to America, the company was named after that lost name. The family feels that they have been given many opportunities because of the sacrifices made by Vincenzo Colonna. Because of this, the company is based on hard work and doing what you love. A true recipe for success.
Contact Toni and Tracie about making your next event unforgettable. Call Vincenzo Catering at 651-426-1300 or email vcateringllc@gmail.com. View menus, services, and testimonials online at www. vincenzocatering.com.
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Wine & Food Pairings by Jack Farrell What wine goes with this food? That is one of the most commonly asked questions of any wine steward and one that can become overwhelming considering the massive amount of wines in the market today. The most basic rule of food and wine pairing are that red wines pair well with red meats, and white wines with white meat and fish. In a pinch, this will do but if you have time to spare, visit your local wine professional and bring along some details about the meal; how spicy, sweet, salty or savory will it be? They will be able to find a bottle or two of wine that will complement the different herbs, spices, and ingredients without overpowering the meal itself. Planning on serving spicy Korean beef BBQ? Riesling might be your best pairing! For the do-it-yourselfer, or if you don't have time to visit your favorite wine salesperson, follow these few basic guidelines and enjoy! White Wine Pairings: • Sauvignon Blanc—Grilled veggies, creamy dressings and sauces, citrus infused dishes • Pinot Grigio—Asian cuisine, Sushi, dishes with a lot of fresh herbs and spices • Oaked Chardonnay—Buttery, fatty fish or fish in a rich sauce
• Unoaked Chardonnay—Caesar salad, sushi, or shrimp scampi (also a great brunch wine) • Riesling—Smoked trout/ smoked game/light fish, and spicy dishes such as Thai, Indian or African • Moscato d’Asti—Fruity desserts {or any dessert for that matter} • If you prefer red wines but are planning a broasted chicken or salmon dinner, a light Pinot Noir or Beaujolais will pair beautifully. Red Wine Pairings • Pinot Noir—Grilled salmon or rack of lamb • Malbec—Any dish with barbeque sauce or BBQ meats • Zinfandel—BBQ ribs or roasted chicken • Cabernet Sauvignon—Red meats, roasts or steaks • Rioja—Grilled meats and empanadas • Côtes du Rhône—A versatile wine that pairs well with pizza, hamburgers or pork chops Rosé Wine Pairings • Tavel Rosé—Salad nicoise, cheesy dishes {Try a glass of rosé with a grilled cheese sandwich and you’ll understand} • Rosé Champagne—Pairs well with almost anything (a great way to start an evening)
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Innsider Salad INGREDIENTS: 1 head kale pomegranate seeds gorgonzola crumbles slivered almonds, toasted pear, peeled & sliced white balsamic dressing
DIRECTIONS 1. Wash kale and remove ribs. Chop into bite-size pieces. Add some dressing and then massage the kale (rub between your fingertips) to soften and tenderize. 2. Add remaining ingredients, the amount of each depending on your preference. 3. There are many alterations that can be made to this salad. Feel free to change the type of nuts, switch to blue cheese, add in apples, switch the dressing to whatever you like (there are so many delicious varieties of balsamic that would be delicious), add grilled sweet potato, and more!
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Market House Collaborative
The concept for Market House Collaborative is a group of artisanal shops all under one roof. Each business operates separately but as the name implies, collaborating to bring the diner and shopper fresh, sustainable, and local products. October saw the opening of McKee’s newest restaurant, Octo fishbar, a fresh fish and seafood market, Almanac Fish, and a local butcher shop, Peterson Craftsman Meats. Opening in November is award-winning pastry chef Michelle Gayer’s third Chefs Shane outpost of The Salty Tart Bakery. The restaurant’s menu features items from the fish market, butcher, and bakery.
the freshest seafood the Twin Cities has ever seen. Daily meetings are held at The Fish Guys’ offices with seafood procurement experts to ensure the freshest and highest quality fish and seafood are served at the restaurant and for sale at Almanac Fish market. Heading the kitchen at Octo is Executive Chef, Shane Oporto, who worked with McKee as the Executive Chef at fine dining establishment La Belle Vie. McKee’s involvement with The Fish Guys, the local seafood wholesaler, gives him the advantage when it comes to getting the best product, which is then passed on to the diner and consumer. Octo fishbar serves up shucked oysters, shrimp, poke, and towers of mixed seafood at the raw bar. Also on the menu are soups, chowders, a lobster roll to rival any in New England, and a selection of land fare provided by Peterson Craftsman Meats. PHOTO BY JACOB MCKEE
One of the hottest neighborhoods in the Twin Cities just got even more exciting with the opening of Market House Collaborative. Renowned chef Tim McKee’s newest venture takes over the former Heartland restaurant space in St. Paul’s Lowertown with a fresh new take on dining and shopping. Although a familiar space, McKee and his business partner, Mike Higgins of The Fish Guys, have a unique vision for what’s happening inside.
Fourth generation rancher Andy Peterson opens his first retail location at Market House Collaborative. The farm in Osceola, WI Oporto & Tim McKee raises heritage Limousin cattle and Berkshire-Yorkshire pigs. Peterson Craftsman Meats offers a full line of cuts of beef and pork in addition to lamb, poultry, and eggs. Diners at Octo fishbar can savor a skirt steak McKee’s eighth restaurant, Octo fishbar, is serving up some of or pork chop from Peterson, and if you see something you like
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Market House Collaborative
289 5th Street East, St. Paul, MN • 651-202-3415
Almanac Fish is the retail outlet for The Fish Guys. Offering globally sourced and sustainable fish and seafood is what they’re all about. Consumers will have access to a large selection of fresh fish and shellfish in quality not previously seen in landlocked Minnesota. Grab some little neck clams, blue crabs or if you’re feeling adventurous, an octopus, while Doug Bigwood, the Head Fishmonger, advises you on how to cook it. Other ingredients and tools for the home cook are also available at Almanac Fish. With the first phase of this ambitious venture under his belt, McKee is looking toward adding a brewery into the mix. Birch’s on the Lake, the brewery and supper club in Long Lake, MN has signed on to open in the summer of 2018. Mark your calendars for this one. Where does he see Market House Collaborative going from here? McKee loves the proximity to the St. Paul Farmers Market.
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at the butcher shop, order it and have it prepared for you at the restaurant. The same goes for the fish market.
There’s potential to reach across the street for more collaboration and he hopes that shoppers will naturally find their way over to the Market House Collaborative space at 5th Street and Broadway as an enclosed extension of the farmers market. Until then, head over to Market House Collaborative and experience a new way of eating and shopping for local, sustainable, and artisanal fare.
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Going Down the Rabbit Hole
ocated in a former shoe factory in downtown Stillwater is a unique space that is hidden away yet in plain view. If this makes sense to you, you’re probably one of those in the know who have visited The Velveteen, a Prohibition-era speakeasy-themed craft cocktail lounge. Owner Dariush Moslemi sits down with SAVOUR Magazine to tell the story behind this mysterious hideaway.
looking at the Connolly Shoe building for a new event space. We were drawn to the boiler room in the basement. It seemed perfect with a huge stone vault and exposed limestone walls. We enlisted the help of designer Shane Fatland of Old Made Design, here in Stillwater. He
SV What inspired you to create a speakeasy? VS It was probably 2.5 years ago that my wife and business partner, Sarah, and I were sitting at a bar in Minneapolis. It was one of those secret bars that everyone knows about and we thought, Stillwater needs one of these. As Stillwater residents, we wanted to see a place like this in our community for locals to gather.
transformed the basement boiler room into an elegant space that looks and feels luxurious. Think Al Capone meets The Great Gatsby.
SV What drew you to the Connolly Shoe Factory? VS We joined a friend of ours who was
SV What should someone expect when visiting The Velveteen for the first time? VS Most people are blown away by the
ambiance. From the lighting to the drinks to the amazing service; it’s really about the whole experience. We try to cover every angle and stay true to period. Even the crew step it up in their attire. SV You staff mixologists at the bar. What’s the difference between a mixologist and a bartender? VS A mixologist has an intimate knowledge of not only cocktails, but food. Marcus Clark is the general manager and head mixologist at The Velveteen and he really understands flavors. Marcus makes everything in house; from shrubs and bitters, that are used in the cocktails, to custom infused liquors. The cocktails are thoughtfully made and take multiple steps to assemble. SV The food menu is equally as interesting as the drink menu with bites from all over the world. What are some customer favorites? VS The menu is divided into Mediterranean, Americana, Latin and Asian. We’re staying true to how we like to eat and that’s small plates that allow everyone to try different things. Some customer favorites are the seared scallops with lemon aioli, portobella mushrooms with homemade boursin cheese, and the Latin style filet mignon bites are really amazing. Our menu is always evolving and will change seasonally.
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Karma
Silver Beach
by Viña Robles
500032 Sauvignon Blanc
514891 Cabernet 534241 Chardonnay
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$1199
$1099
Second Growth
La Forge
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We are astonished by the quality!
576342 Willamette Pinot Noir
612554 Cabernet 612542 Chardonnay 612552 Merlot 612546 Pinot Noir 612556 Syrah 612544 Viognier 612558 Sauvignon Blanc
MY NEW FAVORITE
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$1299
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Koala Ranch
Koala Ranch is back! Grab a case or two of this wonderful Australian wine. Excellent Wine and a great price. 601914 Cabernet 601921 Sauvignon Blanc 601920 Chardonnay 601916 Shiraz
Sale Price
$799
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Jack Farrell
Wildstock
Oregon Pinot Noir Hints of dark cherry and strawberry paired with a balance of soft acidity and a touch of earthiness.
Sale Price
$1999
TavelRoyale
BouillotRose
600188 Cuvee Rose
614496 Sparkling Rose
Sale Price $1499
Sale Price $1699
detox to retox Ingredients 2oz fresh carrot juice .75 fresh ginger juice 2oz Carver Barrel aged gin or good substitute .75 fresh lime juice .5 lemon-thyme infused simple syrup Ginger ale to top Mix ingredients and serve over ice in a Collins glass. Garnish with thyme and carrot threads.
brussels sprouts Fish sauce vinaigrette 1 c fish sauce 1/2 c water 1/4 c rice wine vinegar 1/2 c sugar Juice of 2 limes 2 garlic cloves grated 2 red Chile’s “Fresno” fine diced
Preparation Cut Desired amount of brussels sprouts in half. Flash fry at 350 degrees in vegetable oil for 2 minutes
651-342-2461 233 MAIN ST. N. STILLWATER, MN 55082
715-808-8025 175 SOUTH 2ND ST. HUDSON, WI 54016
until starting to turn brown. Deep fryer is optimum. Top with fish sauce vinaigrette to coat & crispy shallots Add fresh, chopped, cilantro and basil. Crispy shallots: Lightly toss with rice flour or flour and fry until crispy. Mix ingredients & serve.
612-287-6426 MSP AIRPORT LINDBERG TERMINAL 1 CONCOURSE E
Open Daily 11:30 Lunch until 3pm • 3-5 Social Hour • 5-Close Dinner Service
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Mesquite Grilled Nachos Corn Crusted Atlantic Whitefish Buffalo Wings
Manitou Grill & Event Center, in downtown White Bear Lake, is redefining what it means to be a neighborhood grill and bar. They are serving up generous, high-quality food in a cozy atmosphere, with friendly staff, that offers an entertaining place for friends and family to gather.
JOIN US FOR Wine & Wing Specials Wednesday Nights Ladies Night Thursday Specialty Cocktails Lunch Specials All Day Happy Hour Sunday Neighborhood Business Lunch Half Price Appetizers 6pm - Close Every Monday Night Late Night Happy Hour 2 for 1 on any Beverage 9 - 11pm M-F
Brunch
Events
Grill
Patio
2171 4th Street White Bear Lake, MN 55110
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Cajun Fettuccine
Pone-In Pork Chop with Apple Bourbon Glaze
Pub 651-426-2300 • Event Center 651-429-0119 See Specials on Website www.manitougrill.com
Chateau St. Croix Winery
Experience a Touch of Europe Only a Short Drive From Home! Enjoy our Award Winning Wines, Made from the Highest Quality Local and California Fruit. Now Open Year Round, Visit our Website for more Information.
715-483-2556 • www. chateaustcroix.com 1998 Highway 87 • St. Croix Falls, WI 54024
Fashion Eyes
FRAMES AS UNIQUE AS THE PEOPLE WHO WEAR THEM
UPCOMING EVENT
JANUARY BLIZZARD FRAME SHOW SATURDAY, JANUARY 13TH 10AM-2PM EYE EXAMS WEDNESDAY AFTERNOONS
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Beautiful
&
functional
design for your home Designer Nancy Roth shares decorating solutions with SAVOUR magazine
SV How long have you been working in interior design and what is your favorite part? PDS I have been working in home design for 17 years. It’s always been my personality to analyze the elements of a space and to understand the cause and effect—the interplay of elements in
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a room and what makes it feel the way it feels. I’ve always loved working with color and for me, it’s instinctive. I enjoy tweaking the hue until it is just right! A very minor adjustment can make all the difference. When the colors in a space work together, it feels cohesive, intentional and it helps the space become a singular design statement.
Designer/Owner of Perfect Design Solutions, Nancy Roth with Chloe SV What is the process you take when starting a design project with a client? PDS When I start with a new client we usually have a telephone conversation where I learn the scope of their project and then we schedule a project location call. I give them their “pre-call assign-
(2) Notice the natural colors of the elements in your space, especially the things you may not think of as having a color, like bricks, wood finishing, flooring, trim, and the hardware metals. (3) Lighting is crucial! Layer your lighting so it defines your intimate spaces from your gathering spaces from your task spaces. Recessed ceiling light should be placed as much as possible to avoid shadowing. There should be a balance of table lighting, sconces, and overhead lighting. Put dimmers on everything! SV What services do you offer that makes your company unique?
ment”, which is to gather photos of their dream design styles and create a wish list. There is no pressure, no wrong or right answer, and no need to match anything. It’s my job to figure all of that out. The process should be fun! It’s all about them and their dream space. Once I am at the location, I take note of everything. I take photos, ask questions, and listen to what they want to accomplish. If it’s a home, I learn about their lifestyle, family members, activities, pets, entertaining, cooking habits, art pieces, you name it—whatever they care about and whatever makes them unique and fills them with joy, needs to be part of the design plan! I also do one time design calls. I really enjoy these because there’s immediate gratification with helping clients’ long time frustrations. I help with paint colors, furniture arrangement, accessories placement, lighting, and additional smaller details for them to follow up on. The space is transformed and they are thrilled! SV What inspires your designs? PDS Nature! I look to the perfection of the natural elements; the organic colors and textures of stones, wood, lakes, and shorelines. When I begin a project I look at the natural surrounding elements, especially the way the sun shines and what colors are present.
SV What two or three things should homeowners keep in mind when decorating their own space? PDS (1) Less is (usually) more! First, completely declutter and strip a space, then prioritize your accessories. Bring back only the things that you really love, the items that have meaning to you. The goal is to surround yourself with things that reflect you and your unique life.
PDS Perfect Design Solutions is very client focused. We have a personalized natural approach. We believe design should never feel forced or like you’re trying too hard. Design should be comfortable and comforting. It should enhance your life, encourage your activities, and reflect what you love. Whether it is biking the North Shore, trail riding in Montana, or having a cup of coffee next to a lake in Northern Minnesota, I love to bring those elements, those “feelings” into your home and into your design. Allow me to create a uniquely beautiful design statement that’s personalized, purposeful, and intentional. It’s Perfect Design…because it’s perfect for you. Contact Nancy to begin your home’s transformation at 612-437-1019 Or email nancy@perfectdesignsolutions.com Visit the website www. perfectdesignsolutions.com.
Perfect Design Solutions was privileged to transform the living spaces of Bill and Vicky Norton’s home as they wintered in Florida. Their family, including 10 grandchildren, are enjoying this beautiful and functional design!
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Your Real Estate Link with Nature Dan Churchill is a real estate professional Realtor/ Broker Associate with Keller Williams Premier Realty North Suburban in the St. Croix Valley area of Washington County. He has lived in Minnesota since 1992 and considers Scandia and Ely home. Married for over 50 years, they raised 3 great children and been blessed with eight wonderful grandchildren and 4 great Grandchildren. But Wait There’s More Daniel proudly served in the United States Marine Corp and Reserves for 8 years with commitment and dedication. They purchased a resort in Ely, MN and soon received his Real Estate Brokers license. They ran a very successful resort and began finding guests that fell in love with the area. About 4 years ago one of their sons began to take over the resort which then lead to buy a home in Scandia, MN; Dan moved his business to Keller Williams Premier Realty because of its outstanding reputation for dedication and customer service. Why I’m Different Dan is known for great customer service, consistent communication, strong attention to detail and ensuring a positive experience for all parties in a transaction: buyers, sellers, cooperating agents. Furthermore, giving back and supporting the American Heart Association “Go Red for Women”, American Cancer Foundation and The Keller Williams Red Day, where agents volunteer in all types of charitable causes. Dan is a partner in “Heroes Home Advantage” a program that honors the Heroes in our communities, States, and nation by giving back dollars at the closing for buyers and/or sellers. He appreciates and respects the service given to our nation. Knowledge of lake living gives you the advantage when choosing Daniel Churchill as your realtor.
Contact Dan today for a free copy of his book : My Proven System For Selling Homes Fast For Top Dollar
Dan Churchill DanielChurchill@kw.com www.DanielChurchill.kw.com 1398 Lake St. S, Suite 100 Forest Lake, MN 55025
REALTOR ® Broker Associate Mobile (218)343-6386 Office (651-379-4813)
216 W Myrtle St Suite A (Next to the Post office)
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matters of the
r t a e H
When it comes to matters of the heart, Dr. Michael Mooney knows how to treat what ails you. That’s because Dr. Mooney is a cardiologist who has been practicing for over 20 years in Minneapolis and the surrounding area. This Georgetown University School of Medicine graduate also specializes in internal medicine and interventional cardiology. Patients of Dr. Mooney consider themselves lucky to have such a reputable doctor caring for them. His degrees, publications, and many honors speak to his knowledge and experience but it’s the compassionate way that he treats his patients and staff that really speak to him as a physician. Dr. Mooney listens to his patients and ensures that they know what their options are for care. He works with patients to establish a personalized care plan and while it may be a difficult and emotional time for many of his patients, his compassion and understanding are a source of comfort.
Figure 1 Prior to birth
FORAMEN OVALE
Figure 2 Post-birth; natural sealing of the PFO
Figure 3 PFO remains open
PATENT FORAMEN OVALE
The AMPLATZERTM PFO Occluder is a device specifically designed to stop blood flow through a PFO. The device consists of two circular wire-mesh discs covered in a medical fabric that sandwich together to close the PFO between the two upper chambers in your heart (the left atrium and right atrium). The wire mesh material can be collapsed down to fit in a small tube (catheter) which is used to position the device during the procedure. Once the device is placed in the PFO during a catheter-based procedure, it will remain permanently implanted in your heart. Over time, the body’s natural healing process will cover the device with tissue.
Dr. Mooney can be found making the rounds at the Center for Valve and Structural Heart Disease at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. The Valve Center uses a multidisciplinary approach to deliver innovative therapies for treating valve and structural heart disease. This world renown center has a staff of cardiovascular experts, like Dr. Mooney, who employ state-of-the-art diagnostic testing and investigational approaches that are only available in a few centers in the world. Patients with the heart defect, patent foramen ovale (PFO), can benefit from the Valve Center’s percutaneous closure program. This well-established program and procedure has been performed over 300 times with a minimal complication rate, thanks to the team of cardiologists, careful selection of patients, and advanced imaging available through the Valve Center. As a researcher at the Minneapolis Heart Institute, Dr. Mooney continues to study and participate in research that advances the treatment of heart disease. His reputation and experience are what attracts patients but it is his commitment to care and his human connection that let his patients know he is so much more.
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Supporting faith.
We’re
celebrating in
2017!
Cerenity White Bear Lake offers a full continuum of care that includes Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Skilled Nursing-Memory Care and Short-Term Rehabilitation.
Creating community.
We have deep roots in the community, having served White Bear Lake and the surrounding area for 60 years. Our Core Values—hospitality, respect, stewardship and collaboration— are the foundation for everything we do. We strive to live these values as we serve those entrusted to our care. Our team of professionals pride themselves on creating a collaborative atmosphere and supportive environment for residents, families, staff and friends in the community.
Discover the heart of everything we do.
Caring with compassion.
Call today to schedule a tour of our beautiful campus. 1900 Webber Street, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 651-232-1818 • www.CerenitySeniorCare.org
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Cerenity Leadership Team
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