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LIFESTYLE LETTER

AUGUST 2021 PUBLISHER

Dave Robertson | dave.robertson@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Dana Murphy | dana.murphy@lifestylepubs.com

So Long to Summer!

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FOR MANY OF US, AUGUST IS A BITTERSWEET TURNING POINT IN THE

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CALENDAR YEAR. Summer freedom is drawing to a close, and the school bells

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will be ringing any day now. While the lazy days of sipping cool beverages dock-

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side on the Lake or in the boat may be numbered, this month is our last chance to enjoy summer fun. And because we dedicated an issue to both the men and women of our community earlier this year, it would only be right to celebrate some of our cutest residents: kids and pets!

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Hannah Harms, Casey Ek, Jennifer Anderson CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

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With school just around the corner, packing lunches for your little ones will become a part of the daily routine once again. When it comes to giving your kids the proper nutrients they need, this issue has got you covered with a feature on healthy lunches and snacks for kids. There’s no doubt we love our pets in the Lake Minnetonka community too, and in this issue we highlight a vacation destination for our furry dog friends. If we can’t bring them with us when we leave town, our dogs deserve a vacation too, and there is none better than Top Dog Country Club just west of Lake Minnetonka. We also

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Door. And finally, we introduce a new feature of our magazine “Local Experience.”

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This time we share ideas for the whole family and especially kids to check out before

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it is time for back to school.

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As summer winds down and we prepare for another school year ahead, we remind you to take the time and enjoy some quality time with your kids — and pets — this month. As always, thanks for reading, and we’ll see you around town! 514 W 26TH ST., KANSAS CITY, MO

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INSIDE THE ISSUE AUGUST 2021

FEATURES 14 Local Experiences Embrace the end of the season by gathering the kids, dogs, and adults alike for some indoor and outdoor recreation and exploration.

18 Kitty Korner Door Cater to Your Kitty Without Compromising Your Home

22 Top Dog Country Club The “Club Med” for Your Furry Family Member

18 22

28 Teaching Your Kids to Eat Healthy Healthy lunches & snacks for kids.

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Good Times

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Local Experiences

28 Healthy Lifestyle 31

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32 Lifestyle Calendar

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Wayzata Art Experience After taking a year off, the Wayzata Art Experience was back this summer and the weekend-long event was nothing short of a success! Local and travelling visitors alike were out in force, eager to see what artists had to showcase this year. Vendor tents, sailboat rides, food trucks, and plenty of other festivities went on while families and friends toured Lake Street, enjoying the opportunity to be among community once again.

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MOUND FARMERS’ MARKET The Mound Farmers’ Market is here and will run through October 9th. Stop by on Saturdays between 8:00 A.M. and 12:30 P.M. to check out locally grown fresh produce, mushrooms, maple syrup, flowers, baked goods, a variety of unique handmade products created by local artisans, and live music by local talents. The market is an outdoor market and is located at 5515 Shoreline Drive next to the Dakota Trail in

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WAYZATA FARMERS’ MARKET Held at 850 Lake Street North in Wayzata, the Wayzata Farmers’ Market is happening and will run through September 30th. It takes place every Thursday from 1:30 P.M. until 5:30 P.M. Stop by to check out fresh and local produce, plants, baked goods, meats, cheese, art, and more! There will also be live music by the local musicians Stringbeans Band!

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Montessori school will open in its new location on August 23, 2021, for the start of the fall semester. Families can enroll their children now. Find out more at CWMontessori.org or contact the school by email at info@ cwmontessori.org or by phone at (763) 577 4244.

TOP DOG COUNTRY CLUB 21ST BIRTHDAY PARTY Join Top Dog Country Club in celebrating their 21st birthday party! The family-friendly free event will take place on Saturday, September 25th at Top Dog Country Club in New Germany from 2:00 to 5:00. Enjoy an Open House and Canine Wellness Fair that includes demonstrations, drawings, food, refreshments, cake, live music, and more! Stay for an Evening by the Pond which will begin at 4:00 and go until 9:00. There will be beer, wine, food trucks, a live auction, and an outdoor concert with Nashville star Jeff Dayton to benefit the Top Dog Foundation. Tickets and VIP tickets for the Evening by the Pond event can be purchased online.

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place on Saturday, September 18th this year, and will feature exciting performances from local and national talent. There will also be a silent auction with plenty of items to be bid on and won! There are also several other ways to support BreastFest. Small and local businesses can sign up to be a part of the Virtual Marketplace, an online bulletin board of companies and individuals who support BreastFest. Sponsors are also welcomed to make tax-deductible donations to the silent auction. During the event, the 2021 Volunteer of the Year award will also be announced

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AROUND TOWN and there will be the annual “Survivor Celebration”, recognizing those who have survived breast cancer. More information will be available online closer to the event date.

EXCELSIOR ART & APPLES ON THE LAKE Two of our favorite events come together for a weekend of fun and celebration! Taking place in downtown Excelsior from September 18th through the 19th, Excelsior Art on the Lake and Apple Days are joining together for an unforgettable weekend! Celebrating its 40th year, Art on the Lake is a high-profile event that boasts a loyal following of 18,000+ art admirers, collectors, and buyers. Over 140 artists will be displaying original works amidst live music and a variety of food offerings.

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JAMES J. HILL DAYS After taking a year off due to COVID, James J. Hill Days is officially back for its 46th year! For the last 45 years, this annual festival has brought the community together to celebrate Wayzata while enjoying food, fun, & family festivities! Taking place from Friday, September 10th through Sunday, September 12th, James J. Hill Days will be held at its usual location on Lake Street in downtown Wayzata. The beloved community festival will have plenty to do for the whole family. Enjoy food trucks, a beer garden, a street market, an airshow, carnival rides, a parade, live music, fireworks, and more! Each day will have a different schedule of activities so be sure to check the website to see what’s in store. Or, go all three days so you don’t miss out on anything!

TOP DOG COUNTRY CLUB HIRING With more families going on vacation after taking a year off due to COVID, business at Top Dog Country Club is booming! They are currently looking to fill 4 full-time and 2 to 3 part-time canine care staff positions. Spend your days with dogs, knowing that you are providing their owners peace 12

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of mind while they travel. The “Club Med for dogs” is also hiring both part-time and full-time drivers who will transport canine guests to and from the country club. Join a fantastic team and wake up each morning excited to go to work knowing you are making a real difference in people’s lives. Learn more about the positions available and apply online

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DUKE’S ON 7 IS NOW OPEN! Replacing the Greek restaurant Christos, Duke’S is located at 15600 on Highway 7 in Minnetonka. The new eatery is named after its three owners: Dave, Luke, and Steve, and includes a large outdoor eating area complete with a bar, four slushie machines, and a dog-friendly patio and turf. As for the food and beverages, the full menu is offered both indoors and outdoors and includes craft beer

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GOOD TIMES Good Times is a great place to show off your accomplishments and fun around town! We want to see what you’re up to. Whether it’s a charity event or party, we want to see how it went! The community is a major part of the Lake Minnetonka area and we want to celebrate that. Show everyone in the community the happenings around the lake. Send your photos to Dana.

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CREATE HOME GRAND OPENING You’re invited! Join Create Home on Tuesday, August 3rd at their boutique in Excelsior to celebrate their grand opening! The event, which is located at 318 Water Street, will run from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. There will be a ribbon cutting as well as a cocktail reception with small plates provided by 318 Cafe. On Saturday, August 7th, bring the whole family for family-friendly fun, a photo

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KIDS + PETS WHILE IT’S NOT OVER YET, SUMMER IS SOON COMING TO AN END AND WHAT BETTER WAY TO BID ADIEU THAN TO SPEND TIME WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND OUR FAVORITE FOUR-LEGGED FRIENDS! Embrace the end of the season by gathering the kids, dogs, and adults alike for some indoor and outdoor recreation and exploration, petfriendly destinations that embrace our furry friends, and our end of summer and return to school summer party ideas!

END-OF-SUMMER HURRAH + Wave off summer on Lake Minnetonka with friends, family, co-workers, or teammates by renting a private charter or joining a public sightseeing tour with Paradise Charter Cruises! 2 Water Street Excelsior, MN + Gather your friends and head to Excelsior for some live music and craft beers at Excelsior Brewing. Afterward, stroll down Water Street and take in the last few moments of a Lake Minnetonka summer. 421 3rd Street Excelsior, MN + Celebrate the end of the season with a backyard bash complete with BBQ, drinks, games, and an outdoor projector for a movie at sundown! + Say cheers to summer with a day trip to Schram Vineyards and Winery for an afternoon of wine tasting as well as live music and food trucks! + Pitch a tent in the backyard or visit a neighboring campground for an authentic weekend camping trip. Be sure to bring marshmallows to toast over the fire-pit! 7290 Victoria Dr Victoria, MN 14

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KIDS AT PLAY + Try something new at Wai Nani Surf, Paddle & Pedal where you can rent a kayak for the day or take paddleboard lessons from a pro! 250 Grove Lane East Wayzata, MN + There’s plenty to enjoy at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum like the Applehouse, the Bee Center, art galleries, plant displays, and miles of nature trails! 3675 Arboretum Dr Chaska, MN + From a nautical-themed playground to a sandy-bottom swimming pond, Lake Minnetonka Regional Park is fun for the whole family! You’ll also find picnic spots and a boat launch! 4610 County Road 44 Excelsior, MN + Mini golf is always a family favorite. After a round at Big Stone Mini Golf, enjoy the sculpture garden, life-size games, and an open pasture with grazing animals. 7110 County Road 110 W Mound, MN + Defy gravity and experience the thrill of indoor skydiving at iFly. Kids as

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PET-FRIENDLY EXPERIENCES + Minnetonka’s newest eatery, Duke’S on 7, serves up more than burgers. Your furry friends are invited to come along and enjoy the restaurant’s dog-friendly patio and menu! 15600 MN-7, Minnetonka, MN + This quaint beach sits in the heart of Tonka Bay and is a great place to bring your dog to cool off on a hot summer day. Located at the intersection of Birch Bluff Road and Pleasant Street in Tonka Bay. + Your dog will love this fully fenced off-leash play area in Eden Prairie’s Bryant Lake Park. Leashed dogs are allowed on all paved, regional, and skijoring trails. 6400 Rowland Rd, Eden Prairie, MN + Treat Fido to a vacation of his own at Top Dog Country Club! They will pamper your pup with the fun and activities of a “club med” vacay! 5120 Vega Avenue New Germany, MN

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HOW TWO FRIENDS SOLVED A PROBLEM WE ALL HAVE

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" For most people, their biggest investment is their home, and they are very particular with the way it looks. We believe our product doesn't change the original look of your home, leaving both you and your pet happy."

IN 2018, JASON JACOBSON AND HIS

that could work on nearly all interior doors. It

FRIEND BRIAN HOHMAN LAUNCHED

wasn’t long after the pair had a breakthrough

KITTY KORNER DOOR. This home- and

that they asked Jacobson’s step-father Tim

pet-friendly product includes an easy-to-

Fisher to join the team and help with the

install hinge that connects to nearly any

marketing aspect of the company. In 2018

interior door in your household. With step-

they launched Kitty Korner Door.

by-step instructions, you are able to give

“Jason has always been a very creative

your small pet, and yourself, a happier home.

and visual person. He comes up with these

Jacobson met Hohman at a young age

great ideas quite often, but it was the pro-

while attending school in Eden Prairie. Having

cess of turning this idea into an actual prod-

remained close friends through the years,

uct that becomes tricky,” says Fisher, who is

they decided to explore the business world

now the General Manager.

together and decided to become business

Jacobson adds, “When I built my first

partners. The idea behind Kitty Korner Door

prototype, it was nice to see how simple it

originated due to Jacobson’s allergy to cats.

was. Simple is good. You can use your reg-

“Growing up, there was never a good

ular door and turn it into a cat door, and it

situation for the litter box. I always

doesn’t change the look of your home. Your

thought there had to be a simpler way to

cat is happy, you are happy.”

solve my allergies and be able to keep my

Currently, Kitty Korner Door is an online-

pets,” says Jacobson. After spending years

only retail seller of pet doors. Although the

with his pets and having concepts brew in

company markets toward cats, the doors can

his head, Jacobsen decided to put his ideas

also be used for small dogs or any small ani-

to use. Ideally, he knew he would like to

mal. They sell their products on their web-

keep a litter box in a closet for his pet, how-

site, as well as Amazon. The product itself is

ever, he knew that was going to be impos-

marketed as DIY, this way customers know

sible unless the closet door was open at all

that they get to be a part of the process that

times. That’s when he thought of taking off

will give their pet a happy home.

a corner of his door.

“The process is actually very straight-

Jacobson spent countless nights working

forward and simple. The product itself is a

with different varieties of hinge mechanisms,

hinge that facilitates you to turn your door

from plastics to metals, to everything in

into a cat door. All you need to know is how

between, until he could find one that was

to use a saw, and be able to drill a couple of

patentable. He brought Hohman onto the

holes into your door. There can occasionally

project to help him create the perfect hinge

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KITTY KORNER DOOR (CONTINUED) be some issues depending on door construction, however any normal residential door we have found works,” explains Fisher. As of right now, Kitty Korner Door has generated sales in almost every State in the U.S., with their largest sales being in California, Texas, and Florida. Although the men are currently working through the basics, such as marketing and promoting their product, in the future they hope to expand. Jacobson is looking to sell in Canada as well as develop new sizes and copper finishes within the upcoming years. “We are receiving amazing feedback so far so we are focusing on expanding our product to a broader audience,” Jacobson adds. While Kitty Korner Door markets their product on their website and Amazon, you can also find them on a variety of social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. “For most people, their biggest investment is their home, and they are very particular with the way it looks. We believe our product doesn’t change the original look of your home, leaving both you and your pet happy,” says Fisher.

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CountryClub Top Dog

THE “CLUB MED” FOR YOUR FURRY FAMILY MEMBER ARTICLE CASEY EK | PHOTOGRAPHY EMILY JOHN

FOR SOME, LEADER OF THE PACK IS A ROLE TO SHY AWAY

When hiring team members, “I focus on a

FROM. That is not the case for Jean Stelten-Beuning who is in her

candidate’s character . . . things like honesty,

21st year as the “lead dog” of Top Dog Country Club, a first-of-its-

integrity, and loyalty... the things you cannot

kind vacation club she created that forever changed the way we care

teach. They either have them, or they don’t,”

for dogs when people travel. Located just 20 minutes West of Lake

she contends. “Skills and abilities... those can

Minnetonka in New Germany, Top Dog has been featured worldwide

be learned and we do that on the job. I want

as a model for pet lodging. Animal Planet, The New York Times, and

passionate people who love dogs and want to

NBC are among the many news outlets that have picked up on Top

do this work.”

Dog’s scent over the years.

Caregivers keep Top Dog’s guests on a

A former vice president and 14-year veteran with Marriott Hotels,

tight schedule that prioritizes what dogs need

Jean is no stranger to hospitality. She describes her years managing

most: lots of physical exercise, fresh air, mental

hotels as a perfect training ground and shared the valuable lesson

stimulation, and socialization. Jean’s team accepts

she learned from one of the best: Mr. Bill Marriott. He always said

dogs of all social skill levels and works to teach

“success is never final” and that has stuck with Jean. “I challenge

good pack behavior. After 5 to 6 hours of outdoor

myself and my team to celebrate what we do well but to never get

play, it’s “Yappy Hour,” with fresh-baked biscuits,

comfortable, and to continually strive to do better every day... to earn

naps on custom forged wrought iron bed frames

our reputation as the best at what we do”.

with upholstered mattresses, soft music, private

Walking into the lobby, you instantly realize the passion for dogs

training, grooming, and spa services.

and the vision of what she has created; the walls filled with photo-

“At night I can have a full headcount and

graphs of furry family members having the time of their lives sets the

you can hear a pin drop in this building,” she

tone. “Spending your day with dogs, and giving people the peace of

adds. The dogs have had their fill of exercise

mind to know that their dogs are safe, happy, and having the vaca-

and fun and they sleep well so they can do

tion of their lives... that is ‘the greatest job in the world’.”

it all again tomorrow. She knows this as she

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“DOGS HAVE TAUGHT ME SO MUCH: LOYALTY, RESILIENCE, LIVING IN THE MOMENT. ABSOLUTE UNCONDITIONAL LOVE. I THINK YOU’RE HARD-PRESSED IN THIS WORLD TO FIND THAT TRULY UNCONDITIONAL LOVE FROM SOMETHING OTHER THAN A DOG, AND I THINK PEOPLE SO LONG FOR THAT,”

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has often returned in the middle of the night, a short

named Barney. She came home and announced to

100-yard walk from her home, to the sound of silence.

her mother that he was the newest addition to their

Not much has changed in Top Dog’s operations in

family. There was no discussion her mother recalls.

the last 21 years. Jean spent a decade developing the

As a child, Jean nursed injured birds back to health

concept realizing there had to be a better option for dogs

and even once held a funeral for a spider she acci-

when their families travel. In that time she has learned

dentally stepped on.

pretty much all there is to know about dogs’ behavior,

Now, Jean is spreading her love for dogs to others

but in that small margin of the unknown lays a vast and

through Top Dog Foundation, a nonprofit offshoot of her

primordial mystery about the creatures humans have

main operation that seeks to rescue both elderly pups

called companions for more than 30,000 years.

and elderly humans alike.

“Dogs surprise me every day,” Jean muses. “I’ll get that

Among the foundation’s missions is to ensure that

uncertain look and wonder, what’s going on in that little

senior people can continue to enjoy the companion-

head?” What is certain, though, is the insight dogs have

ship of dogs as they age without fear of what happens

given her. “Dogs have taught me so much: loyalty, resil-

should their dogs outlive them: That includes the fear of

ience, living in the moment. Absolute unconditional love.

a forced separation should they need to enter assisted

I think you’re hard-pressed in this world to find that truly

living. 80-year-old Don and his 10- year-old lab Hoover

unconditional love from something other than a dog, and

inspired a program called “Hoover’s Taxi Network”

I think people so long for that,” she remarks.

allowing for seniors forced to separate from their

Jean has loved dogs for as long as she can remem-

beloved best friends to stay in touch. It is a collabora-

ber, and she has rescued hundreds over the years.

tion between the adoptive family, the care facility and

Her first rescue, at age 8, was a mutt she found in an

team, and a network of volunteers.

abandoned car in a farmer’s field; a beagle mix she

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Stories like Don and Hoover’s have planted within the Top Dog owner a dream of constructing a Top Dog Foundation sanctuary within senior living campuses in every major market in the country. “My dream is that no senior person is ever forced to permanently say goodbye to their beloved dog and that they can continue to share their lives with dogs for as long as they want without the fear of what will happen to them.” At the moment, the dream is still a dream, but Jean is in talks with developers and senior living organizations. “It’s a huge vision,” she admits. “I always think big.” For now, she is preparing for a celebration at the end of September commemorating Top Dog’s 21 years, to benefit Top Dog Foundation and her vision. When asked what is one thing she could not live without... “I could not live without dogs”, she smiles.

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TE AC H I N G YO U R K I D S TO E AT H E A LTH Y

HEALTHY LUNCHES & SNACKS FOR KIDS AS PARENTS, ONE OF OUR BIGGEST PRIORITIES IS ENSURING THAT OUR KIDS ARE GETTING THE NUTRIENTS THEY NEED. But getting them to eat their fruits and vegetables isn’t always easy, especially if your kids are picky eaters like many seem to be. Let’s talk about the benefits of introducing healthy food to your kids at an early age. Read on to find helpful information about feeding picky eaters.

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Known for her beautiful and colors-of-the-rainbow photos of flavorful meals, Jennifer Anderson is a registered dietician who has a FUN and playful approach to guiding parents to reduce mealtime stress.

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4 B E N E F I T S O F H E A LT H Y LU N C H E S A N D S N A C K S F O R K I D S TO E AT NUTRITION IS ESSENTIAL TO KIDS’ DEVELOPMENT Kids develop quickly in the first few years of life, so incorporating a variety of nutritious foods is essential to their growth and development. BALANCED NUTRITION LEADS TO HEALTHY KIDS Feeding your child a variety of foods is the key to getting them many different types of nutrients. Eating lots of fruits and vegetables can help your child fight off illnesses. HEALTHY EATING AS CHILDREN EQUALS HEALTHY EATING AS ADULTS When little kids learn to eat fruits and vegetables at an early age, they are more likely to continue eating healthy foods as adults. COLORFUL FOOD PROVIDES ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS Each plant compound does something different in your body, which is why eating lots of different colors helps keep our bodies healthy.

3 T I P S F O R G E T T I N G YO U R K I D S TO E AT H E A LT H Y F O O D S MAKE SNACKS AND MEALTIME FUN We all know that kids like to play and have fun, so why not make food fun? Whether you’re turning broccoli into a microphone at dinner, or playing tic-tac-toe with edible carrot sticks, kids get into it. DON’T GIVE UP Parents often assume that if a child doesn’t eat a food the first or sec-

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ond time it’s served, the child doesn’t like the food. Many children may need to see or taste a food 10 or 20 times before they are willing to eat it.

INGREDIENTS + 2 cups / 235 mL baby spinach, packed

FORCING HEALTHY FOODS ON KIDS OFTEN BACKFIRES Often, making a child eat food or eat a certain amount of food

+ 1 ripe banana + 1⁄2 cup / 120 mL frozen blueberries

backfires. It may backfire in the short run by making a child more

+ 1⁄2 cup / 120 mL frozen strawberries

selective and less likely to eat the foods you want them to eat.

+ 1 cup / 235 mL full-fat milk of choice + 1 Tbs. / 15 mL hemp hearts, optional

S TA R T H E A LT H Y H A B I T S E A R LY The key takeaway here is to introduce healthy foods to your child

+ 2 Tbs. / 30 mL nut/seed butter of choice Sprinkles, optional METHOD

at an early age. Be patient with your pickiest of eaters, and re-intro-

1. In a blender or food processor, combine all

duce a food several times. Stick with it; their long-term health habits

ingredients. Process until smooth.

depend on it!

2. Transfer smoothie to two glasses. Top

Children tend to mimic adults, so try to be a good example and

with sprinkles, if desired.

eat the foods you want them to eat. Your health will benefit too! Try

DAIRY-FREE:

to make snacks and mealtime fun for your kids so they will want to

Use alternative milk and ensure sprinkles

participate and develop a healthy relationship with food.

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REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

LAKE MINNETONKA

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS BATHS

2315 Huntington Point Rd E

$4,995,000

$4,850,000

97%

1410 Cherry Place

$3,600,000

100%

205 Woodpecker Ridge Rd

$2,685,000

$2,420,000

90%

107

11566 Cedar Pass

$1,650,000

100%

140 Gideons Point Rd

$1,595,000

$1,579,000

99%

186

1856 Shadywood Road

$1,450,000

$1,575,000

109%

537 Park Lane

$1,650,000

$1,475,000

89%

1547 Bluebird Lane

$1,299,000

$1,169,000

90%

3155 Lafayette Ridge Rd

$1,095,000

$1,060,000

97%

935 Lake Street E #310

$950,000

$910,000

96%

Information obtained through Heartland Multiple Listing Service 2-1-21 to 4-30-21. List and sold price reflect one selected home within the respective subdivision.

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5 WAYZATA FARMERS’ MARKET 850 Lake Street North, Wayzata

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Held at 850 Lake Street North in Wayzata, the

Wayzata Farmers’ Market is happening and will run through September 30th. It takes place every Thursday

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from 1:30 P.M. until 5:30 P.M. Stop by to check out fresh

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7 MOUND FARMERS’ MARKET 5515 Shoreline Drive, Mound

The Mound Farmers’ Market is here and will run through October 9th. Stop by on Saturdays between 8:00 A.M. and 12:30 P.M. to check out locally grown fresh produce, mushrooms, maple syrup, flowers, baked goods, a variety of unique handmade products created by local artisans, and live music by local talents. The market is an outdoor market and is located next to the Dakota Trail in downtown Mound.

12 WAYZATA FARMERS’ MARKET 850 Lake Street North, Wayzata

Held at 850 Lake Street North in Wayzata, the Wayzata Farmers’ Market is happening and will run through September 30th. It takes place every Thursday from 1:30 P.M. until 5:30 P.M. Stop by to check out fresh and local produce, plants, baked goods, meats, cheese, art, and more! There will also be live music by the local musicians Stringbeans Band!

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live music by local talents. The market is an outdoor market and is located next to the Dakota Trail in downtown Mound.

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19 WAYZATA FARMERS’ MARKET 850 Lake Street North, Wayzata

21 MOUND FARMERS’ MARKET 5515 Shoreline Drive, Mound

26 WAYZATA FARMERS’ MARKET 850 Lake Street North, Wayzata

28 MOUND FARMERS’ MARKET 5515 Shoreline Drive, Mound

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