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D E PA RT M E N TS
14 Find Your Compass Local travel expert guides clients to the best destinations in the world.
18 Building Confidence Three-time Mrs. Minnesota title holder Holly Ernst coaches women through pageantry.
22 Get Ready What’s on your travel planning to do list?
F E AT U R E S
24 Heart Happy February marks American Heart Month—the time to focus on cardiovascular health.
28 Lasting Impressions Greg Foote brings his jewelry expertise to the East Metro.
34 On Trend Travel Get away this spring in comfort and style.
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40 From Scratch Northern Taphouse brings a curated menu and culinary expertise to Woodbury.
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Are you thinking of moving this year? Let me help you with that! “ONE whole month. 30 whole days that we have lived in our new house. Sometimes I still need someone to pinch me! I’ve been trying to come up with the words to thank our amazing realtor, Hyounsoo Lathrop, who worked so hard to make our dreams come true. She really is exceptional at what she does but she is an even more incredible human being. She puts her entire heart and soul into the buying/selling process and treats her clients as if it’s her house that she is selling/buying. She is a true professional in every way and surrounds herself with only the best team of people. She is absolutely honest with you from the start and a great communicator. She is with you every step of the way and always has your best interest in mind. She knows how to get stuff done and is so incredibly respectful with everyone involved. It has been such a blessing to have her in our lives and now look to her as a good friend! We highly recommend Hyounsoo Lathrop-Coldwell Banker Realty and her team. We will be forever grateful for her leading us through this exciting journey.” - Ryan & Rebecca
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As my husband and I were traveling throughout California’s Coachella Valley late last year, we stopped and thought how lucky we were to have the privilege of visiting such beautiful destinations and exploring new parts of the world. We hiked through Joshua Tree National Park, rode an aerial tramway up to the top of San Bernardino National Forest and relaxed in the desert oasis under a sky full of stars. This year, we’re planning a spring break—to where, is the question. We’ve floated several ideas around but have yet to land on a destination. Looking for a vacation spot this spring? Look no further than Woodbury’s own expert, Andrew Hallfrisch of Northstar Travel Co., who created his company out of his passion for travel. Read more about his expertise on page 14. And if you’re anything like me, you may be planning your outfits weeks in advance to your takeoff day—if you’re like my husband, on the other hand, you’re most likely waiting until the night before your flight to pack your suitcase! In either case, Debby Terlizzi of Mainstream Boutique shares what she’s packing and wearing on her flights. I may just take a tip or two, myself. Find her picks for flying chic and comfortable on page 34. In every scenario, it’s important to be well-versed in the destination that you’re visiting. Renée Stewart-Hester shares how to make instead of break your welldeserved vacation. Find the list of must-have items and topics to research prior to travel on page 22. Where are you traveling to, readers? Send me a note at hailey@localmedia.co, and tag us in your spring break photos on Instagram, @woodburymag. Who knows—we might even share our favorites!
On the Cover Greg Foote Jewelers, photo by Chris Emeott, page 28 See what we’re doing behind the scenes and around town! Woodbury Magazine @woodbury_mag @wburymag
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A lifestyle with a grateful heart
AT S A I N T T H E R E S E O F W O O D B U R Y
BENEFITS SENIORS CAN EXPERIENCE WHEN THEY PRACTICE GRATITUDE, ALONG WITH CULTIVATING MORE GRATITUDE IN LIFE. Builds Self-Esteem
Increases Spiritual Connection
Practicing gratitude helps seniors stay grounded, reminds them that they are valuable, and reduces social comparison.
For many seniors, practicing gratitude reminds them of their true identity and fills them with hope and faith.
Improves Health
Improves Memory
Practicing gratitude leads to better sleep, less depression, and helps with chronic illness.
Grateful people are more likely to recall past experiences in a more positive manner. They savor the good times and are better equipped to cope when hard times come their way.
Strengthens Relationships Gratitude increases social connections and strengthens current relationships. Feeling connected socially, seniors feel less isolated and lonely.
A grateful heart is a healthier heart, APA 2015
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MENU PIZZA
Build Your Own Pizza 10" - $11 | 14" - $15 Thin Crust (Joey’s favorite) or Hand tossed. Make any 10” pizza crust Gluten Free for $4. Classic cheese or create your own pizza. Small 10" pizza toppings $2 each. Large 14" pizza toppings $3 each. Italian sausage Pepperoni Ground beef Diced chicken Canadian bacon Meatball Breakfast bacon Red onion Fresh mushrooms Green peppers
Jalapeno peppers Green olives Black olives Banana peppers Sauerkraut Tomatoes Fresh garlic Artichoke hearts Fresh spinach Pineapple
The Pizzarelli 10" - $19 | 14" - $27 Italian sausage, pepperoni, mushrooms, green peppers, red onions, black and green olives and of course extra cheese. Deluxe 10" - $18 | 14" - $25 Italian sausage, pepperoni, Mushrooms, green peppers and red onions. Veggie 10" - $18 | 14" - $25 Fresh mushrooms, garlic, red onions, green peppers, tomatoes, black and green olives, fresh spinach and extra cheese. Taco Pizza 10" - $19| 14" - $27 Mexican seasoned ground beef or chicken, mozzarella and cheddar, topped with diced lettuce, fresh tomatoes, onion, black olives and salsa. Joey's Hawaiian 10" - $18 | 14" - $25 Canadian bacon, green peppers, diced garlic, onions, fresh tomatoes and pineapple. Chicken Alfredo 10" - $20 | 14" - $28 Grilled diced chicken, garlic, mushrooms, fresh spinach, tomatoes all sitting on top of our house made alfredo sauce.
APPETIZERS
Wings $13 1 pound Bone in wings, cooked to perfection with a crazy crunch, your choice of Buffalo, BBQ, Korean, Dry Rub, Asian Zing and Garlic Parm, served with a generous amount of ranch or blue cheese. Boneless Wings $10 10-12 Boneless breaded wings with your choice of Buffalo, BBQ, Korean and Garlic Parm, served with a generous amount of ranch or blue cheese. Pizza Fries 10" - $10 | 14" - $14 Hand tossed thick crust with olive oil, roasted garlic and herb seasoning, mozzarella and 10 C’s pizza sauce for dipping. Joey
French Fries Small - $5 | Large - $7 Cooked golden brown and lightly salted. Garlic Toast 2 pc $3 | 4 pc $5 Garlic Toast with Cheese 2 pc $4 | 4 pc $7 Thick Sliced fresh baked Vienna bread covered in butter, roasted garlic and herb seasoning, toasted with or without cheese and served with a generous side of our pasta sauce. Boneless Chicken Tenders $14 Crispy breaded chicken tenders served with any of our wing sauce, ranch or blue cheese. Make it a basket with fries, add $3. Meatballs, Sauce and Vienna Bread $8 Two of Granma C’s house made meatballs in our red sauce, served fresh Vienna bread.
SALADS
Dressing choices: French, Ranch, Blue Cheese or Italian. Italian Salad $12 Fresh mix of Romain and Iceberg lettuce, topped with pepperoni. Fresh tomatoes, red onions, green peppers, black olives, and parmesan cheese.
Chicken Alfredo $11 Diced grilled chicken, mushrooms, onions and fresh spinach, cooked to order and in our house made alfredo sauce, served in a toasted 8” hoagie roll topped with melted mozzarella.
DINNERS & PASTAS
Add a side salad to any pasta dish for $3.00. House Made Lasagna $16 Made from scratch using fresh ricotta cheese, eggs, mozzarella, parmesan, our mild Italian sausage topped with our red sauce and melted mozzarella. Served with garlic toast and caser salad. Joey’s Baked Spaghetti $16 Made from scratch, using imported spaghetti noodles, Ricotta Cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, eggs topped with our red sauce. Served with garlic bread. Baked Mostaccioli $16 Perfectly cooked noodles served in our red sauce, topped with melted mozzarella, served with two of grandma C’s house made meatballs, and garlic bread.
Garden House Salad $10 Mixed greens with fresh tomatoes, red onion, fresh mushrooms, and green peppers.
The Spicy Rose $16 If you want to spice things up, this is just for you, made with our house made spicy rose sauce with hot Italian sausage over a bed of rigatoni noodles. Served with garlic bread.
Mediterranean Salad $12 Fresh mix of Romain and Iceberg lettuce, marinated artichoke hearts, black and green olives, red onion, Fresh tomatoes, and parmesan cheese.
Chicken Alfredo $16 House made alfredo sauce, served over penne noodles with sauteed mushrooms and spinach topped with melted mozzarella, served with garlic bread and Caesar salad.
Caesar Salad $10 Fresh hearts of Romain and Iceberg lettuce, grated parmesan, classic Caesar dressing and our crunchy croutons.
Spaghetti and Meatballs $13 Traditional thin spaghetti with our red sauce and two of Grandma C’s homemade meatballs served with garlic bread and Caesar salad.
HOAGIES
Served with chips, upgrade to French fries for $3. House Made Pepper Cheese Steak $11 Tender ribeye, sautéed green peppers, onions and mushrooms in a house blended steak sauce served open face on fresh Vienna bread topped with melted mozzarella. Hot Dago $12 Italian Sausage right from Chicago made into a patty, sauteed green peppers, and onions, served in a toasted 8” hoagie roll covered in our pasta sauce and topped with melted mozzarella. Meatball $11 Three of Grandma C’s house made meatballs, covered in our pasta sauce and mozzarella cheese.
KIDS MENU
Served with applesauce and three Mini Doughnuts. 8” Pizza $8 Cheese, pepperoni or sausage Kids Spaghetti and Meatballs $8 Kids Chicken Strip Basket $8 Served with fries.
DESSERTS
Mini Doughnuts $6 Turtle Caramel Chocolate Lava Cake $7
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N OT E WO RT H Y
READ
LOVE STORIES FEBRUA RY M A R KS T HE M ON T H OF LOV E — and although I enjoy all types of genres, romance books are like no other. This month, dive into two of my favorite romantic comedies. Love & Other Words by Christina Lauren
Follow Macy Sorenson, a new pediatrics resident, who is planning her wedding and getting a jump start on her life in San Francisco with her financially secure fiancé. When Macy bumps into her old best friend and her first love, Elliot Petropoulos, her life as she knows it starts to fade away. Love & Other Words is told through alternating timelines between now and then—when Macy and Elliot were teenagers falling in love—and shares how two adults, who are now strangers, though once the best of friends, fall into each other’s lives once again.
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(Also check out The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren—which takes place in Minnesota!) The Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas
Spanish writer Elena Armas’ debut novel, The Spanish Love Deception, follows Catalina Martín, a 20-something working at an engineering firm in New York City. Catalina’s sister, Isabel, is set to be married in Spain. There’s just one problem: Catalina has told her family that she has a thriving relationship with an American man—but he doesn’t actually exist. With just four weeks until the wedding, Catalina is trying to find someone to attend the wedding across the Atlantic Ocean with her—and Aaron Blackford, her handsome yet condescending colleague, offers to step up to the plate. —Hailey Almsted
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DISCOVER
Appearances Count Farmers want their farms to look good to others … up to a point! Farmers are known to be practical, conservative and frugal. They tend to save every little part of something they had to repair or take apart just in case it could be used in another way. To be wasteful was frowned upon in most farm families. Before the Stutzman farm was developed into Marsh Creek, I took several photos of the buildings. When I asked my dad why the corn crib was only painted on the side facing out, he looked at me with a smile and said, “Why would you paint a side of the crib that no one can see?” I laughed so hard as I snapped the photo, and I am reminded of him every time I see this photo.
GROW
When I don’t know where to start in the
complementary, contrasting or mono-
garden, I go back to the basics: plant
chromatic colors? Pick a color palette
pairings. And just like putting together
that suits your taste, and you’ll have
an outfit, there are things to keep in
direction on what plants to feature.
mind to ensure you have success—plus,
» Think about seasons. Don’t forget that
it’s not too early to start thinking of your
plants change throughout the year.
spring gardening plans. Here are some
While they might have green leaves in
go-to tips for creating beautiful pairings
summer, the fall color can bring some-
in the garden.
thing new and exciting to your space. » Have fun! Before you get too in your
» Consider the environment and space
head, remember to have fun. If you
you’re dealing with. It’s important
like how two plants look together,
to pair plants with similar needs like
don’t be afraid to try it out. You can
watering requirements and ideal sun
always adjust your plans and gardens
exposure. That way, you can ensure
as needed.
the plants will thrive together. » Think about color. You can do this in many ways, but a great place to start is thinking about color schemes. Do you want a garden that celebrates
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Gretchen McNaughton is the communications and content specialist at Bailey Nurseries. Learn more at firsteditionsplants.com.
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The Perfect Match
Patty (Stutzman) Paulus is a board member of the Woodbury Heritage Society. Learn more at woodburyheritage.org.
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Brunch is Served
Are you searching for a simple recipe for a special occasion, such as Valentine’s Day or bridal or baby shower? Look no further. This Berry Brûlée Galette comes together quickly with puff pastry and pantry staples. The crust is flaky, buttery and light as a feather, and the sweet-tart berries are bursting with bright flavor. Less expected than an egg bake and far faster to make than a quiche, a savory Bacon Camembert Dutch Baby looks and tastes like a decadent treat while offering the same comforting flavors and hearty textures as a brunch staple. It pairs perfectly with leafy greens, bacon and fruit.
Berry Brûlée Galette
» ¼ cup heavy cream
6–8 servings
» 3 Tbsp. plus 1 ½ tsp.
» all-purpose flour, for dusting
» ¼ tsp. vanilla extract
» 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
» ½ tsp. lemon zest
» 1 egg
» ground nutmeg
» 1 tsp. cool water
» 18 oz. mixed berries, rinsed
granulated sugar, divided
» ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
and patted dry
Heat oven to 400 degrees F. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the puff pastry just to smooth the creases. Trim the edges, transfer it to a sheet pan, and using a sharp knife, lightly score a square 1-inch in from the edges. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water. Brush the egg wash over the dough. Bake the pastry for 15 to 20 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Let cool; using the back of a fork, press the inside rectangle down to flatten it, leaving the edges tall to form a crust. In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, cream, 1 ½ tsp. sugar, vanilla, lemon zest and a pinch of nutmeg. Add the berries; stir until well coated. Transfer the berries to the cooked pastry shell; spread evenly. Sprinkle the berries with the remaining sugar. Place an oven rack five inches from the top; heat the oven to broil. Cover the galette crust with aluminum foil. Broil, watching carefully, until the sugar melts, browns and begins to harden, about 5 minutes. Transfer the galette to a cutting board; cool for 5 minutes. Slice; serve immediately. Find the Bacon Camembert Dutch Baby recipe at woodburymag.com.
Katie Tomsche is the content manager for Lunds & Byerlys. Taste more at lundsandbyerlys.com.
CITIZEN OF WOODBURY
Woodbury Chamber of Commerce for
Roundtable that connects other nonprofits
Meet a Local Champion
creating the Woodbury Business Expo.
in a forum where they can learn from each
An event that connects businesses,
other,” she says.
families and the community.
cessful if “it builds up its pool of resources,
created the Woodbury Citizens Academy,
gets a paid executive director and elevates
now known as Woodbury Community
its presence in the community,” she says.
Photo: Lunds & Byerlys
Academy. This 10-week program introAround December 2007, Woodbury
duces attendees to the different aspects
Community Foundation’s (WCF) found-
of how Woodbury functions. They meet
ing member Dixie Ewing with other board
elected officials, city employees, busi-
members, tapped Alisa Rabin Bell to
nesses and nonprofits to gain knowledge
become its first executive director.
about the issues facing the city.
“I was a one-person shop,” Rabin Bell
She believes that the WCF will be suc-
Based on Leadership St. Paul, Rabin Bell
Rabin Bell left the WCF in 2013 but
says. “Dixie and I tagged each other
loves the many things the WCF is doing to
for ideas.” She recalls working with the
help the community. “Like the Nonprofit
Currently, Rabin Bell serves on the board of the Woodbury Police K9 Fund.
Manali Shah is with the Woodbury Community Foundation and is an active volunteer in Woodbury and Washington County for over 20 years. Find more at woodburycommunityfoundation.org.
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VENTURES
Find Your Compass Local travel expert guides clients to the best destinations in the world. By Josie Smith
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AS YOU’RE GAZING out the window
before you, your thoughts drifting away like clouds in the sky … are you dreaming of someplace warm and wonderful, like a sun-filled beach? Or maybe, you’re longing to be whisked away on a wild adventure. “Obviously, we live in Minnesota, we love to run away,” says Andrew Hallfrisch, founder of Woodbury-based Northstar Travel Company. Born and raised in Duluth, Hallfrisch has lived in Woodbury since 2017, and prior to opening his own business, he worked in food and beverage management for 12 years and later led a sales team in the telecommunications industry. With a love for travel—and a passion for guiding others toward building their dream vacations—Hallfrisch decided to launch Northstar Travel Company. “I love to travel, and I was one of those [people] that had the ability to travel,” he says. “It was something I was already doing, and I have the business background.” As for the business’ namesake, Hallfrisch says, “I wanted to have something that paid homage to Minnesota. That’s how I came up with Northstar. It’s the North Star State.” While it’s tough to play favorites, Hallfrisch will tell you that Italy tops his list of best places to visit in the world. “For me personally, if someone ever mentions they like food, wine, they love history—OK, let’s talk Italy,” he says. “I dream about the food. The wine there is incredible. It just has a special place in my heart.” Although Europe is a favorite, the bigger focus as an agency is on tropical destinations, such as Bora Bora, the Caribbean, Hawaii, Mexico, Thailand and cruises. “To me, there’s something exciting about being able to wake up in a different country every day and only having to unpack your suitcase once,” Hallfrisch says. Finding the right cruise line is key and that’s why he uses his expertise to find what best fits his clients’ needs. While a large cruise ship can be overwhelming for some, a smaller one might not have enough to offer for others. Although European travels accounts
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Travelers are paying a bit more for air fares, so choosing the right week to travel will help your budget, Hallfrisch says. At the same time, he warns his clients about being too price focused, when an extra $50 or $100 can really improve the overall trip experience. When it comes to traveling with children, there will always be special details to consider. “Most of the time, the fewer flights the better. Especially with younger children, [avoid] a layover in a busy airport like Los Angeles orA New full spectrum of care options in a campus setting for 37 years. York City. If the layover is too short, At that Woodbury Senior Living, we serve seniors and their families by encouraging them to thrive – by offering a wide can be an issue, too,” he says. At Woodbury Senior Living, we serve seniors and their families by encouraging them variety of wellness-focused services and activities while empowering them to live as independently as possible. variety of wellness-focused services and activities while empowering them to live Before sending clients off on their big Transitional Care Integrative Therapies to Support getaway, Hallfrisch walks them through the Healing Process Transitional Care Integrative Therapies to Sup Physical Therapy, Occupational their itinerary step by step to ensure
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Building Confidence Three-time Mrs. Minnesota title holder Holly Ernst coaches women through pageantry. By Kristie Smith
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THE PLATFORM OF COMPETITION DOES SO MUCH to build confidence,
poise and presence; and they’re all skills that are strengthened through work with a mentor. It’s not a surprise that Holly Ernst—competitor as a Teen, Miss and Mrs. contestant in all major pageant systems—has guided many women along the way to national and international competitions. “Pageants today are very different, with a heavy emphasis on community service, public speaking, scholarship and also specialized talent,” Ernst says. “I have one client who said she has been offered a position after every job she has interviewed for, and she attributes that to the public speaking skills she learned from pageantry. Competing in pageants means embracing who you are.” Ernst has coached girls and women of all ages to compete in, and win, pageants like Miss America, Miss USA, Ms. Teen USA, Mrs. American, Mrs. US and Mrs. International, through her business, Sparkle! with Holly Ernst, a competitive coaching practice. Her coaching often helps women with the basics of competition and connecting with a cause that is important to them; crafting their message to share with the public; as well as building on the specific wishes of each client. “In this age of social media, most youth (and many adults) are woefully underprepared when it comes to manners and social graces,” she says. “A pageant girl will look you in the eye, shake your hand with a confident grip and say, ‘Hello.’” Her clients spend hours perfecting interview skills, volunteering and staying up to date on current events in order to present themselves with confidence in a competition. Ernst, a three-time Mrs. Minnesota title holder, got her start when she was just 16 years old, taking second place in
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Now, her award-winning smile and educated understanding of the pageant competition has helped her develop her clients, such as Miss Minnesota USA 2015 Jessica Scheu Berkelman, who is a marketing manager for a wellknown Minnesota healthcare company. Berkelman says working with Ernst taught her how to present with confidence to CEOs, executives and leaders across the country. “I was a tomboy when I was 15,” Berkelman says. “I grew up around brothers, and my dad is a former Minneapolis police officer and retired from the Army. But I didn’t know anything about how to present myself.” She says all of her friends were in dance or cheerleading or other sports, and she
wanted to try something nobody else was doing at the time. “My dad was a little hesitant, but he came to watch me the first time I won,” she says. “He saw how confident and well-presented I was, and it was the start of us working together to bring attention to military vets. We had so much fun together visiting the V.A. Hospital and other organizations focused on lifting up former military servicemen and women.” On the idea of failure, Ernst says, “[Failure is] not the opposite of success, it’s a huge part of it. Failure teaches you how to conduct yourself with grace and class; to be motivated by other’s doubts, to be a hard worker and be content with the outcome.”
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Left: Holly Ernst wins her first pageant, Miss Junior Wisconsin 1989, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Right: Sixteen years after Holly Ernst wins Mrs. Minnesota America, her daughter, Ava, wins Miss Minnesota Teen USA 2022.
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Win or lose, there’s an important lesson Ernst feels passionate about teaching. “Only one woman will walk away with the crown. Women have enough going against them. I feel strongly about teaching women to support each other,” she says. Berkelman says Ernst taught her to celebrate all of the things that makes her feel strong. “Besides, there’s nothing wrong with a little makeup,” Berkelman says. And, she says, she’ll always keep her “tomboy” personality close at heart.
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what the weather has in mind during your visit. Remember that temperatures along coastlines or near bodies of water tend to “feel” colder than indicated.
Medical Insurance: Contact your provider to get a clear picture about what is and isn’t covered while you’re out of town, state or country.
Social and Political Climate: Do your research before you arrive. Apprise yourself of any current or potential unrest, including worker strikes, which could affect your personal safety, access to transportation or access to special destinations. (Some museums, for example, will close for strikes or if demonstrations are on or near the site.) Visit travel.state.gov to begin your research.
Medications: Confirm with the locations that you will travel to and through about what over-the-counter and prescription medications are allowed.
Phone Plans: Dial up your provider to confirm out-of-the-area phone and text rates. (Check into WhatsApp for photo sharing with family and friends at home.)
Weather Forecast: Check (and recheck)
Prebook Museum Tickets: Save time
We’ve gathered some (certainly not all!) items to place on your before-you-go list:
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(and your patience) by prebooking museum or other touring destinations. Be sure to understand how and if you can cancel or rebook your visit or tour. Keep that information with you, so you don’t have to work around language Illustrations: Jamie Klang; istock.com/Halfpoint
A WELL-EXECUTED TRIP rests in the details. While booking transportation and hotel accommodations take center stage, there are a host of other items that can make or break your well-deserved visit to your preferred destinations.
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barriers or internet service if you need to make a change. Previews: There never seems to be enough time to read all the information at a tour stop or museum. Do a bit of preparation by researching some of the artifacts, artwork, locations or moments (and people) of history that you’ll be viewing on your visit. Doing so can provide informational context and save time during your trip.
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Religious or Sacred Venues: While packing, review the clothing and headwear protocols in place for these locations. Walking/Hiking Shoes: While some like to have brand spanking new kicks for their trip, at the very least, break your shoes in at home a few weeks ahead of departure. Your arches and blister points will thank you. Traveling with Kids? Pack snacks that double as “activities.” For example, snack-size, chocolate-covered candies can be sorted by color, counted and organized into a graph before eating. (This works with animal crackers, too!) Bring comfortable headphones that can be used on the airplane. (The complimentary earbuds available on some flights don’t always work for petite ears.) If the in-air video entertainment suffers a performance glitch, or you prefer other types of entertainment, slip some old-school activities into your carryon: activity sheets, books, flashcards that focus on a part of your trip, playing cards, travel games, etc.
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Heart Happy FEBRUARY MARKS AMERICAN HEART MONTH— THE TIME TO FOCUS ON CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH.
Scott Penticoff was an ultramarathon runner, an Ironman Triathlon athlete and an overall healthy 53-year-old who believed he was taking the best possible care of his body. So it came as a shock to Penticoff and his family, wife, Renee, and daughters Olivia and Jenna, when, on June 9, 2023, he suddenly suffered an episode of cardiac arrest during one of his typical runs. “I’ve competed in a Hawaiian Ironman championship; three Ironman distance triathlons; two ultra distance runs, which is 100 miles, one in the Black Hills of South Dakota, and I did the Himalayan 100 Mile Stage Race in the Himalayan Mountains … I’ve done multiple marathons, hundreds of triathlons,” Penticoff says. Last summer, the Woodbury resident had been training for Hood to Coast, a team run in Portland, Oregon, and had been on mile seven-and-a-half of a 10-mile run when he started feeling uneasy. Ultimately, on mile nine, he decided to walk the rest of the way home. “The last thing I remember is that I collapsed,” he says. Although Penticoff can’t remember what happened after that point, Michael Martin, City of Woodbury Fire Department captain and paramedic, shares the story of what
happened afterward. “There were a couple of bystanders that saw what happened. One of the bystanders was one of our city councilwomen, Jennifer Santini, and she happened to be right there as it happened. She and a couple of others called 911. Then another passerby was an off-duty Bayport police officer, Aaron Slinger, who lives in Woodbury. He saw the commotion, pulled over and immediately started chest compressions. “This really all happened simultaneously. The 911 call was being made, and multiple units were being dispatched … I’m two miles away, and I heard the call coming over police channels, so I lit up the sirens … I arrived and shocked him 2 minutes and 37 seconds after [the call was made].” Additional chest compressions and shocks followed, and Penticoff was moved to an ambulance and brought to the emergency room. “[In the ambulance], everything kept improving. His heart rate [and oxygen levels] got stronger, and he started groaning,” Martin says. “It was very unusual … A student [paramedic who was with us] leaned over his face and asked his name. We all thought, ‘That’s cute he thinks he’ll answer,’ and he did. We were all looking at
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Taking Charge The most common CPR course is courtesy of the American Heart Association, which Martin describes as a “skill-based course” where students learn to save a life and restart the heart. While the course is well-done, Martin says it doesn’t quite prepare bystanders for what might happen, so he developed his own scenario-based course, where students are walked through common
incidents, like Penticoff’s. “[You learn] how to establish a team and execute a task,” Martin says. “It’s a heavily scenario-based course, and it helps people work through multiple [real-life] scenarios that might happen.” Because not every person is trained in CPR—and panic can often set in during a medical incident—Martin says most bystanders often wait for someone
to take charge. When in doubt, he says, “Just take action. That delay of starting a chest compression or the delay of finding an [automated external difibrillator or AED] is the difference between life and death. “To summarize: Do something. Don’t stand and wait for someone to tell you what to do— even if it’s taking charge and directing other people.”
Heart Healthy Tips According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 356,000 people have an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in the United States each year, with 60–80 percent of patients dying before reaching the hospital. Many survivors have brain or internal organ injuries.
» Doing at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity per week » Following a healthy diet and maintaining a healthy weight » Controlling your blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure » Getting regular checkups » Not smoking or vaping
make sure you’re doing annual checkups. He also stresses the importance of being your own advocate. “Doctors are busy, so I would recommend getting your labs done before seeing the doctor, not after,” he says. “... Know your family history and genetics. Don’t ignore it like I did.”
The American Heart Association recommends you to “reclaim your rhythm” through the following tips:
Following his cardiac episode, Penticoff says the most important thing you can do is to know your family history and
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Certificates of Recognition On September 13, 2023, the City of Woodbury and the Public Safety Department commended the bystanders with Certificates of Recognition for their life-saving efforts. Penticoff and his wife, Renee, along with their daughter Olivia were in attendance, handing out the certificates. Those recognized include, from left to right: Dave Holm, Public Works employee, who provided scene traffic control; Jennifer Santini, Woodbury City Council member, who provided scene support; Shawna Malveaux, who dialed 911; and Aaron Slinger, off-duty Bayport police officer, who provided the initial CPR.
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The Penticoff family, from left to right: Jenna, Renee, Scott and Olivia.
each other like, ‘This is incredible.’” Across town, at the Penticoffs’ home, Penticoff relays what was happening: “As I’m being rushed to [the hospital], two officers knock on the door and my wife, Renee, and daughter Olivia are getting ready for the day, and they thought it was a salesperson,” he says. “They knocked louder, and my daughter said, ‘Mom, two police officers are at the door.’ … The officers asked, ‘Are you the wife of Scott Penticoff ?’ and [Renee] collapsed … They offered to drive them to the hospital, and my brave daughter said she could drive them, and she did.” Penticoff’s story is one of millions—though it is unusual from most due to “everything work[ing] perfectly,” according to Martin, who says the three most important steps were followed: 1. Immediately calling 911; 2. Immediately beginning chest compressions; and 3. Being shocked within 5 minutes. Since the cardiac episode, the Penticoffs hope to create a nonprofit organization, Live
Heart Strong, to teach proper CPR training, prevention awareness and the importance of learning about your family genetics and medical history. “When I would walk in to [the doctor], I was dismissed because I’m an athlete and in good shape,” Penticoff says, noting that he has a family history of high cholesterol that he and medical staff had disregarded. “But it’s important not to ignore your genetics, get regular checkups and maintain a baseline,” he says. Looking back on the cardiac episode, Penticoff says, “My left anterior descending artery—the main one—was 99 percent blocked … I’m very lucky to be alive, and I’m grateful.” Michael Martin and the City of Woodbury Public Safety Department received permission from Scott Penticoff to share otherwise protected information regarding this medical incident.
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Lasting Impression Greg Foote brings his jewelry expertise to the East Metro.
It’s a time for love, laughter and reminiscing. This February, take a moment to think about the love you’ve shared. Whether you’re celebrating an engagement or hoping to surprise that special someone, these are the moments that Greg Foote enjoys the most. “That’s the favorite part of my business, making people happy,” Foote says, owner of Greg Foote Jewelers in Oakdale. “I’m part of happy times, marriages and anniversaries; so, that’s fun to be part of.”
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“Pearls are starting to make a little bit of a comeback. We do a floating pearl. It’s just a single pearl, and it’s movable, so it floats on the chain. And that’s been a very popular seller for us,” Foote says.
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Men’s wedding rings have come a long way, too. From simple designs, to colored bands, to textured looks, Foote says there’s bound to be something that suits your needs and fashion sense. “There doesn’t seem to be anything that’s locked in anymore, as far as what’s traditional. People are expressing themselves in a number of ways,” he says.
The Start The St. Paul native began his career in the jewelry industry in the early 1970s, working alongside his aunt, who was a bookkeeper/controller for a large family-owned jeweler. “She hired me. She also hired my brother. At one point, there were five of us family members [working there],” Foote says, noting that he grew up in a “jewelry family.” Early on, Foote had a special interest in jewelry repairs,
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diamond settings, custom design and custom fabrication, which prompted him to enroll in Minneapolis Vo Tech. After graduating in 1975, he went into business for himself as an independent contractor before opening his jewelry store about 15 years ago. Building customer relationships is important to Foote. “I enjoy working with them and getting to know them a little bit better and meeting their needs,” he says.
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Family Heirlooms Foote is well-equipped to take proper care of precious family heirlooms, too. He works with the latest technology in laser welding, which allows him to do repairs and fabrication not possible with conventional methods. “Some jewelers will send their work out; they don’t do it on the premises. We have a full shop,” he says. This can offer peace of mind to clients, knowing their treasured pieces are on site. Often, couples come into his store with a diamond ring that
needs repairs. After several decades of wear, either the stones need to be remounted or the ring needs to be remade altogether. “[And] that’s where our fabrication comes in. If their ring isn’t perfect, we can do slight modifications and make it their own,” Foote says. “Most of the time, we can find new designs, and we can take their stones out of their old ring and put it in the new,” he says. “My favorite day is when a customer comes in and they see that their ring is rebuilt or their new ring that they have contracted us to do is beautiful,” he says. “The look on their face, it makes my day.”
With an eye for design, Foote’s created an original custom cross necklace that’s on display in the store. The piece is made of solid 14 karat gold and slides on a wheat chain. “I do them in all white gold, yellow gold and in three colors: rose, white, yellow. And what it represents is the trinity in three colors,” Foote says. “It fits together, like woodworking, almost like a tongue and groove. I used the laser welder to weld it together,” he says.
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If an engagement is in the near future, Foote suggests that couples start the process by searching online for ring designs. It’s important to consider the size of the desired diamond or gemstone, and, of course, price range consideration is also an important part of the process. Many couples are looking beyond the diamond and turning to precious gemstones, such as sapphires or rubies, to style their engagement rings. Sapphires, known as the blue gemstones, actually come in a variety of colors. Recognized for their durability, their hardness is next to that of a diamond. Whether the stone customers desire is round, oval, square, marquise or pearshaped, Foote is expertly ready to assist in the selection of a ring.
As the saying goes, a diamond is forever; however, there’s a growing trend toward purchasing lab grown diamonds as more people take into consideration the environmental impact of mining natural diamonds. “Instead of the crystal forming in nature, the crystal is formed in a laboratory. They’ve really perfected that procedure now,” Foote says. The price of lab grown diamonds has come down considerably and are now about a quarter of the price of a natural diamond. The good news, Foote says, is the industry has also tightened up on diamond sourcing in recent years. “All the [natural] diamond dealers that we deal with now [indicate] where the diamond has come from, where it’s been mined,” he says.
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Maintenance is Key It’s important to keep jewelry in good condition. Like most anything else, it needs to be regularily maintained. Foote recommends that customers bring in their rings every six months to be cleaned at no charge. “Being preventative goes a long way. Most people don’t do that. And 20 years later, they might lose their diamond, and they look down and it’s gone. If you keep your jewelry clean, it will last longer,” he says. With so many beautiful designs and exquisite styles to choose from, Foote says the diamond still holds a special place in his heart. It has and always will leave a lasting impression. Greg Foote Jewelers, 1075 Hadley Ave. N. Suite 100, Oakdale; 651.227.7324; gregfootejewelers.com Greg Foote Jewelers
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ON TREND T R AV E L Get away this spring in comfort and style. Written by Mollee Francisco Photos by Chris Emeott
Travel is back and in a big way. Whether you’re making up for lost time from canceled trips during the height of the pandemic or looking to create memories with your family, people are yearning to get out of town. And what better time to do it than on the cusp of winter and spring? Snow has usually worn out its welcome, and sunny destinations are calling. But getting from here to there comes with its own set of quandaries—namely what to pack. We asked Debby Terlizzi, owner of Mainstream Boutique in Woodbury, for some suggestions on how to make the most of your wardrobe to get maximum wearability with minimum hassle. Terlizzi opened Woodbury’s Mainstream Boutique 13 years ago. A year later, she added a Mendota Heights location to her burgeoning fashion rolodex. Despite being just 12 miles apart, the two stores attract different clientele with different tastes. “We’ll order something, and it sits in one store and blows out in the other,” Terlizzi says. After more than a decade in the business, Terlizzi and her staff have a pretty
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good idea of what their customers are looking for, and they deliver the on-trend pieces to match. “It’s years of getting to know your customers,” Terlizzi says. “And knowing where you live. “You can’t be too trendy,” she says. “It’s not Paris.” But it is Minnesota, and if there’s one thing Terlizzi knows, it’s how to dress Minnesotans. “The joke is that I can dress other people, but I can’t dress myself. My staff helps me with that,” she says. Terlizzi says the number one thing to keep in mind when putting together a travel wardrobe is material. “You want wrinkle-free,” she says. “Things you can roll up and throw into a suitcase.” To that end, she recommends avoiding pieces that are 100 percent cotton or linen. “Women don’t want to worry about ironing or steaming something,” she says. Terlizzi says they sell a lot of wrinklefree dresses in the store, as well as skorts. “They come in a couple different fabrics,” she says, of the skorts. “And they’re great for golfing, tennis, pickleball …” To get from Point A to Point B while
Style a patterned THML dress ($99) with a Pretty Simple Nova Nylon Purse ($66) for a pop of color. Erimish bracelets ($35 for a set of five) top off this tropicalinspired look.
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Left: A Mac and Me ribbed top ($54) pairs well with a sleek Papillon faux leather vest ($49) and a necklace set from What’s Hot ($29 for a set of three).
Bottom right: Look toward layering pieces, such as this Ciara Sun Woo jacket ($199) paired with a Mac and Me ribbed top ($54), for comfort and a transitional piece.
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Top right: Accessories are queen when it comes to putting together a chic travel look—as seen with Erimish bracelets ($35 for a set of five).
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traveling it’s all about comfort, and joggers continue to be the go-to piece whether you’re leaving on an airplane, road tripping in the car or swaying to the rhythms of the train rolling down the track. These aren’t the sweatpants of old but stylish knit pants in flattering styles that offer all varieties of styling options. “You can wear them with that cute sweatshirt top or a shacket. Shackets have been great— people love those,” Terlizzi says. From head to toe, joggers can be paired with everything from flip flops to booties. “They’re really cute with platform sneakers,” Terlizzi says. If joggers aren’t your style, Terlizzi recommends pull-on capris or a pair of stretchy denim pants. “We have some pull-on capris in an almost gabardine fabric … We also carry capris with this great embroidered design,” she says. And when it comes to denim for travel, Terlizzi recommends Mainstream Boutique’s private label, Mac and Me. “The denim is very stretchy,” she says. “They have an ‘AbSolution’ waistband. They’re the only ones I wear.” Layering is another great option for travel—especially when leaving the frozen tundra of Minnesota and heading to warmer locales. “Say you’re going from here to Florida, you’re going to want layers, and you can shed them as you get closer to your destination,” Terlizzi says. Accessories are the jewel on top of the outfit and can elevate the style of any ensemble. Terlizzi recommends light jewelry for travel, like hoop earrings, necklaces and stackable bracelets. “Our Erimish bracelets are great sellers,” she says. To carry all those great souvenirs, you’ll need a versatile bag that doesn’t hold you back. For the ultimate hands-free movement, crossbody bags are king. “People love a crossbody bag,” Terlizzi says. That includes what the once-maligned fanny pack, which has been reinvented as the belt bag to great success. “They’re styled differently now. It’s an updated look,” she says. Top it all off with a foldable beach hat, and you’re ready to take on vacation in style. Terlizzi says their warm weather
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Debby Terlizzi
Left: Owner Debby Terlizzi sports a look perfect for snowbirds, featuring a patterned Lulu B Zip Jacket ($96), a Lulu B Skort ($69) and Blowfish Malibu sneakers ($59). Right: Travel comfortably in a neutral-inspired look with a Mac and Me ruched top ($48), Skies Are Blue cream trousers ($54) and topped off with accessories including Erimish bracletes ($35 for a set of five) and a What’s Hot necklace ($29 for a set of three).
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Discover the Difference
STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics
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Stepping Stones Early Learning Center’s specially designed STEAM classes teach children how Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math overlap by exploring and testing new ideas with fun, interactive, and hands-on projects. STEAM Themes include: Catapults & Pendulums, Solids & Liquids, Shadows & Light, Volcanoes, Weather and much more. Your child will have so much fun learning about real world concepts!
Infant/Crawler • Our all-inclusice approach to care includes infant formula, diapers, baby wipes and wholesome infant purees freshly prepared by our on-site chef. • Baby rooms are the perfect environment for little ones to discover their physical abilities as they learn to roll over, crawl, pull up and eventually walk. We focus on your babies’ growth and development by creating strong bonds and learning through play. • Screened-in porch designed specifically for getting infants and crawlers outside to enjoy new sights, sounds and fresh air. • Over-sized rooms include full sized cribs for each child, gross motor equipment and large windows for maximum amounts of natural light. • Procare Connect parent app allows for notifications of diapering, naps, meals and daily photos of your child to be sent directly to your mobile device.
Waddler/Toddler • Our all-inclusive approach to care includes diapers, baby wipes and wholesome meals and snacks freshly prepared by our on-site chef. • Sign Language, Spanish, Character Education, LANA & Music enrichment classes included in tuition. • Individual attention and caring teachers encourage hands-on exploration and social interaction in a safe and engaging environment. • Our Waddlers & Toddlers progress naturally because they’re constantly encouraged to be creative and curious, to learn and to have fun learning. • Procare Connect parent app allows for notifications of diapering/potty, naps, meals, curriculum and daily photos of your child to be sent directly to your mobile device.
Preschool/Kindergarten Readiness clothing starts appearing in store in early-to-mid January as people prepare for their winter getaways. “By January, people are ready to go, so, we’re pretty prepared,” she says. The bottom line is that you don’t have to give up your style when you travel. Terlizzi says, “You can be comfortable but still look nice.”
Mainstream Boutique, 7774 Hargis Parkway; 651.739.8111
• Our all-inclusice approach to care includes STEAM, yoga, Spanish, LANA nutrition and music enrichment programs; as well as wholesome meals and snacks freshly prepared by our on-site chef. • Character development, community outreach and off site field trips round out our academic curriculum. • Proprietary curriculum designed to nurture the whole child provides a strong academic introduction to literacy, science, math and social sciences while combining social, emotional and physical aspects of developemnt. • Procare Connect parent app allows for notifications of naps, meals, curriculum, enrichment programs and daily photos of your child to be sent directly to your mobile device. • Real time notifications for diapering, naps, meals and other daily activities • Receive daily photos of your child exploring exciting new topics and curriculum • Convenient options to submit tuition payments online • Keep up with school events and news with messages pertaining to your child’s classroom
Mainstream Boutique Woodbury @mainstreamboutique_woodbury
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TA S T E M A K E R S
From Scratch Northern Taphouse brings a curated menu and culinary expertise to Woodbury.
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the creative culinary engines. Curt Letnes started his first restaurant in 1975, so its no surprise that Kent and Matt grew up in the kitchen perfecting the craft. The brothers went on to open Milwaukee Burger Company in 2008, followed by Omaha Tap House and Northern Taphouse. “Curt kicked off all of these restaurants. Each of his sons have started their careers working for him as a dishwasher, host and bartender before becoming part of the ownership,” Musbach says. “It’s truly a labor of love that’s being passed on from father to son[s].” Though Kent recognizes there may be some competition in the area, he says Northern Taphouse stands out for multiple reasons. “We’re obsessed with the quality of our ingredients; we’re constantly trying to keep on our game,” he says. “A lot of people like drinking at breweries and tap rooms, and that was our idea of ‘Let’s make a brewery-tap room feel, but let’s make it a sports bar with quality ingredients and from-scratch food.’” Many of the ingredients come in fresh, and the team sources them locally—when possible. “We’ll do some local when we can,” Kent says, noting that Minnesota’s climate makes it difficult to get fresh local ingredients year-round. “There are times of
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WOODBU RY IS W ELCOM I N G a new locally owned restaurant: Northern Taphouse opened late January with a menu packed full of tried-and-true bites, fresh ingredients and over-the-top drinks. “We have always liked Woodbury,” says Kent Letnes of Lincoln Hospitality and Northern Taphouse co-owner. “The people there seem like they’re looking for something local, something different.” With locations across the Metro in Lakeville and Plymouth, plus its flagship location across the border in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, the Northern Taphouse team says its the menu that brings people back time and time again. “We don’t outsource our menus,” says Anna Musbach, Lincoln Hospitality director of marketing and sales. “Nobody knows our food scene better than our staff. They know trends in the area. Within each location, we have imaginative and inspired chefs … As a staff, we hold ideation meetings, we put things together in the kitchen, take the best ideas and create them for our menu.” Kent and Matt Letnes are the brains behind the restaurant and together run Lincoln Hospitality Group, a conglomeration of three restaurant brands in 13 locations. But it was their father who fired up
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what the next month brings.” The first Bloody of the Month landed last February. It was created with bacon-washed Grey Duck vodka, smoked barbecue Bloody mix, a dry rub rim, two Nashville Hot cheese curds, deep fried bacon, fried pickles, brown sugar bacon, two dry rub chicken wings and the classic Bloody skewer. Other Bloody of the Month drinks have included the Breakfast Bloody, made with classic Bloody mix, bacon-washed vodka, the classic skewer and topped with jumbo bacon cheddar chive tots, a Belgian waffle, a deviled egg, candied bourbon boneless wings, brown sugar and applewood bacon and a shot of maple syrup; plus the Thanksgiving Dinner Bloody, made with a Thanksgiving rim seasoning, a slider with turkey, stuffing, cranberry aioli, lettuce and tomato, caramel apple dessert bites, fried corn bites, fried green beans and a shot of gravy. “It’s become a life of its own a little bit, [but] it’s been really fun,” Letnes says. Northern Taphouse, 7325 Currell Blvd.; northerntapmn.com Northern Taphouse- Woodbury @northerntaphouse
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the year that we get more Minnesotan [ingredients].” The menu includes an array of burgers, such as smashed, truffled or Jack-infused burgers. For those who’ve visited its other locations, they’re familiar with the Sasquatch Smash Burger (four smash patties, smoked pepper aioli, smoked cheddar, pepper jack cheese, pickles and caramelized onions) and the Brown Sugar Bacon Burger (candied applewood smoked bacon, smoked cheddar cheese, house barbecue sauce and caramelized onions). The over-the-top burgers can be paired with its 40–50 beers on tap. “With all the great local breweries in town, we feature the big ones but also the smaller specialty beers,” Musbach says. Or, look toward its even larger Bloody Marys for a drink like no other. “[We have] the classic Bloody Mary … and the Fiery Bloody features a Nashville Hot rim to complement the hot pepper-infused vodka,” Musbach says. “There’s [also] a new Bloody of the Month each month.” Started in its Plymouth location, the Bloody of the Month brings Instagramable Bloody Marys’ to life. “Our bar manager in Plymouth came up with the Bloody of the Month, so he started that and it took off,” Kent says. “Now, people are begging us to know
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MIX WITH THE MIX Custom One Charities hosts its annual gala.
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The Mix includes a live auction, wine and whiskey pulls, music and more.
you to The Mix Gala from 5:30 p.m. to midnight February 17, when community and entertainment are combined with philanthropy. The evening begins with a hosted bar, guest emcee Jason DeRusha, a silent auction and socialization. Then enjoy a live auction, wine and whiskey pulls and music from cover band Pop ROCKS. Hosted in the Vegas Lounge at A’BULAE in St. Paul, dress code is what Las Vegas means to you—formal or sparkly cocktail dresses or suit jackets are great options. The gala is raising money for its organization, which works to host familyfriendly events, support local schools and partner with other philanthropic organizations, as well other organizations including My Very Own Bed plus high school and youth programs.
—Elaina Mankowski Register online to purchase individual tickets for $150. Extra donations are always appreciated. Find more information at customonecharities.com.
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Reel Talk Movie Series: Loving 02/18 The R.H. Stafford Library shows Loving, a biographical romantic drama film that tells the story of Richard and Mildred Loving—the plaintiffs in the U.S. Supreme
LOCAL EVENTS
Court case that invalidated state laws prohibiting interracial marriage. All ages. Free.
Polar Plunge
Mary-Catherine Hartel 651-230-5224 marycatherine@localmedia.co
2–4 p.m. R.H. Stafford Library Conference Rooms 1 and 2; 651.731.1320; washcolib.org
02/10 Minnesota by diving into the freez-
An Introduction to the World of Whiskey
ing water at Carver Lake Beach.
02/22 and 02/24
The 2024 goal is $110,000. All ages.
Learn more about the rich history and
Raise funds for Special Olympics
11 a.m. Carver Lake Beach, 3175 Century Ave. S.; 763.270.7119; plungemn.org
styles of whiskeys that are produced around the world, including single-malt and classic blended Scotch and American
Valentine’s Day “Kiss” 02/10 Enjoy a date night while your kids are creating a Valentine’s Day craft at Kidcreate
bourbon and rye. Ages 21 and older. $20. 6:30–8:30 p.m. February 22; 5–7 p.m. February 24. Total Wine & More, 7150 Valley Creek Plaza #210; 651.735.0910; totalwine.com
Studio. The kids will create a jumbo-sized chocolate “kiss” out of clay. Ages 3–9. $42. 5:30–8:30 p.m. Kidcreate Studio, 1785 Radio Drive F; 651.735.0880; kidcreate.com
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Pop Recital 02/25 Join Woodbury’s K&S Conservatory
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Ages 10 and older. $39–$149. Times vary. Orpheum Theater, 805 Hennepin Ave., Mpls.; 612.339.7007; hennepintheatertrust.org
Disney on Ice Presents Magic in the Stars 02/09–02/11 Join Mickey, Minnie, Anna, Elsa and more for a stunning show of dreams unfolding live on ice. All ages. $20+. Times vary. 600 First Ave. N., Mpls.; 612.673.0900; targetcenter.com
Loppet Cup 02/17–02/19 For the first time in 20 years, the world cross-country skiing cup will be held in the United States at Theodore Wirth Park. There will be various sprint and distance races where the best skiers in the world compete for the cup. All ages.
Prices vary. Start times vary. Theodore Wirth Park, 1339 Theodore Wirth Parkway Mpls.; info@loppetcup.com; loppetcup.com
Luminary Loppet
Minneapolis Home and Garden Show 02/21–02/25 For 90 years, the Minneapolis Home and Garden Show has been bringing some warmth to the cold winter.
of Music for its recital. Students per-
Visit exhibitors, watch guest speak-
form their favorite popular songs
ers and get inspired for your home. All ages. Prices vary. Times vary. Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 Second Ave., Mpls.; COTTAGE GROVE AREA 612.335.6000; homeandgardenshow.com
with a live band. All ages. 1:30–
3:30 p.m. Hastings Art Center, 216 Fourth St., Hastings; 651.739.7848; kandsmusic.org
Women in Business
C EL EB RATING 1 5 Y EA RS! Winter Beer Dabbler AREA EVENTS
02/24 8:00-9:30 a.m. - Held at the Cottage Grove City Hall Training Room Head out to the Minnesota State
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Fairgrounds to discover breweries, cider-
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ies and more, hailing from all over the
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Traverse the frozen Lake of the Isles, accompanied by candlelit walkways and cross country ski trails in support of the
tions will also be available. Ages 21
JOINand US! older.CottageGroveChamber.org Prices vary. 2–6:30 p.m. 1265 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul; beerdabbler.com
Loppet Foundation. After your journey
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across the ice, join in for the luminary party back at the start. All ages. Prices vary. 6–10 p.m. Locations vary along Lake of the Isles, Mpls.; 612.604.5330; loppet.org
To have your event considered: email woodburymag@localmedia.co by the 10th of the month three months prior
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ness operations may have changed
visiting Minneapolis. Run time is 2 hours,
since these pages went to print. Please
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Women’s networking opportunity—meets on the third Friday of each month from 8-9:30 a.m. at the Cottage Grove City Hall Training Room. Email laurie@cottagegrovechamber.org for more info. Women in Business 12800 Ravine Parkway, Cottage Grove 651.458.8334 cottagegrovechamber.org
LAST GLANCE
Songs of the Wildlife Steve Porter captures abstract reflections. “I usually have the camera with me at all times. Wherever we go, I see wonderful opportunities for nature photography. Thirty to 50 pictures a day is not uncommon,” says amateur photographer Steve Porter. “… Early morning has some good opportunities, and when I stopped by the [Maplewood] Nature Center … I found the water levels rather low, but the reflections of the broken reeds coming out of the water with the clouds was immediately interesting because they looked like runes or musical notes. “I correspond[ed] with a college buddy who is a retired Latin professor in Philadelphia and sent him the picture, and he came up with the term Hydroneumes, Water notes,” Porter says. “Our unresolved conclusion was that, we weren’t sure if it was a score that the wildlife sang, too, or if it was the pond recording the songs of the wildlife.” —Hailey Almsted
Photographer: Steve Porter Title: Musical Water Notes
Equipment: Nikon D5600 with a Nikon 70–300 mm lens Location: Maplewood Nature Center Category: Abstract Award: First Place
To view other Focus on Woodbury photo contest winners, visit woodburymag.com.
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