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May flower prelude
Lake level down a foot
At right: Andrea and Will got their umbrellas in place before recently taking a stroll around downtown White Bear Lake. The protective gear proved to be essential during the sporadic, cold outbursts of rain that concluded the month of April.
BY DEBRA NEUTKENS STAFF WRITER
Below: Shoppers participating in the recent Spring Fling event in downtown White Bear Lake can be seen behind a grouping of silk flowers in a container along Sweet Lane. The weather resilient silk flowers provide a splash of color and decoration until the real May flowers have a shot at surviving outside in the elements. Find more information and upcoming events at downtownwhitebearlake.com.
WHITE BEAR LAKE — Lake elevation measured on the day ice-out was declared was 922.77 feet, one foot below this time last year. The official keeper of ice-out dates, Mike Parenteau, announced both ice out and elevation at the White Bear Lake Conservation District’s April meeting. He is the city’s representative on the board and has reported lake stats for years. Spring rains last year helped lake levels, so it remains to be seen what happens this season, he said. Ice-out was April 18. Last year it was April 20. According to Parenteau’s report, lake ice this winter was 23 inches thick. “Not a terrible amount, because there was so much snow and slush insulating it,” he said. In other business at the April meeting, the board: • Approved a quote for $3,750 from Blue Water Science to conduct the annual Eurasian watermilfoil survey. The bid is $150 more than last year. • Acknowledged Dellwood’s new representative, Mark Wisniewski. The board now has a full slate. • Heard results of the 2020 audit report from Jim Eichten with accounting firm MMKR. Ultimately, there were limited findings, he told the board. A receipt had inadequate documentation, a minor expenditure had no
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“A Century of Community”: City prepares for Manitou Days BY NOELLE OLSON SHOREVIEW PRESS EDITOR
For over five decades, Manitou Days has been a staple event in White Bear Lake, bringing the community together. The three-week festival will take place from June 15 to July 4, comprised of various events located throughout the city. This year’s theme is “A Century of Community.” Volunteer Chair Paul Carlson has been a part of Manitou Days for 25 years. “I’ve been running the parade mostly with my friend Ken Peterson, who passed away last year, and may he
rest in peace,” Carlson said. “So far we have 35 events, and it kicks off with Marketfest. We have the parade, boat show, garage sale, the button contest, writing contest, fishing contest and ending with the fireworks.” One new event this summer is an art fair in West Park. “It brings out the community and the best in people,” Carlson said. “Grab the White Bear Press pullout schedule when that gets published, and you’ll find out all about everything that’s going on.” According to White Bear Lake City Manager Lindy Crawford, the City Council
and staff have traditionally contributed time and public resources to Manitou Days. “I’m looking forward to another wonderful Manitou Days,” Mayor Dan Louismet said. “Growing up here, I always look forward to that, and it’s always a blast. I’m sure it’ll be another good one.” For more information, visit the event website at www. manitoudays.com.
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White Bear Lake Marketfest will celebrate its 33rd season from June 15 to July 27. The SEE FESTIVALS, PAGE 5
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The Manitou Days Parade helps kick off the 3 week festival. This year’s parade is on June 16 at 6:30 p.m., followed by a community beach dance.
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