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Small Town Girl,
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River Valley Bed & Breakfast Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Spaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
A Taste of the River Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
St. Peter Girls Night Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Travel Fashion, Japanese Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Fun, Festivals & Frolics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Treasures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Be
Strut Your Stuff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
A Natural Health Glow For Your Pet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Be Well: Back-to-School Health Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Do
Wedding Registry Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Getting to the Church in Style with Unique Specialty & Classic Cars . . . . . 21
Money Talk: Talking about Finances Before Tying the Knot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Your Big Day: Selecting the Perfect Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
An Apple Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Tidy Tighwad Tips: The Family Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Readers Rave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Garden Gal: A North Shore Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Good Reads: Rachael Haner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
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Lather, Rinse, Repeat - Editor’s Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Small Town Dreams, Big City Reality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Encore: Giving Back to Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Sisters Bridal & Tux: A Family Affair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
What Next? Fashion History Repeating Itself Again . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Lather,
Rinse,
Repeat
We gather together
by Eileen Madsen, Editor
this September to
join our wedding & fashion issue together
with the eager hands of our readers. I have to
admit that although my own wedding was
a semi casual affair, the effects of my recent
trip to our featured Sisters Bridal & Tux shop
in New Ulm had me almost wishing I could
get married all over again, if only to try on the
dizzying array of wedding dresses on display.
There was room after room of varying shades
of white, flounces, satins and lace that made
me feel a bit like a cake-topper bride lost
in frosting. Sweet and creamy with a touch
of surreal mixed in. Which is how a
wedding can be.
Kristi Vosbeck is one such girl. Formerly of Sleepy Eye, she is now an up-and-coming New
York City fashion designer. How cool is that? Even cooler was that she agreed to be interviewed for RVW on a recent visit home. I’m not sure who was more excited, us or her. Kim
Stanton-Cummings from Encore consignment shop in Mankato can relate as well. Her
talent is as impressive as her heart is big. Read about how she puts fashion and giving
back to community together.
I think almost every girl, young and old, likes
playing dress-up. So what if your idea of
dress-up as a kid was to carry a little suitcase,
donning a pair of sunglasses with only one
lens, a pair of your dad’s work gloves and a
hat and call yourself the “one-eyed spy.” Not
saying that was ME mind you, just offering
a for-instance. So don’t ask me for a picture
because my mom does NOT have one in a
photo album on page 6.
Sometimes the best part of magazines is the advertising and RVW is no exception.
I don’t know how many people tell me that they love picking up RVW partly because
of the beautiful ads from places they didn’t even know about until they saw them published here. I too love ads in mags and advertising copy-writing, especially for lotions
and make-up. And the more over the top the writing, the better I like it. I longingly read
the descriptions of the latest cosmetic and lotion “technology” out loud...”perfectionist
smart serum technology”...”skin energizing complex” and “miracle broth” nodding like an
obeying zombie. This stuff’s gotta be good!
Some girls take dress up to the next level and
make it their career. Our cover model
Another thing girls like is cars. Traditionally a male interest, but more and more women
these days buy their own cars, race cars, and even collect cars. I absorbed the interest
from my car-enthusiast husband and am proud to say I can even name vehicle makes
and models as they go by. Take a look at the feature on Unique Specialty & Classic Cars
in Mankato, then road trip on over. They aren’t kidding when they say unique. In the lot
and inside are scores of cool rides, old and older. If you’re not a horse-and-buggy type
bride and groom, no worries! You and your soul mate can rent a vehicle for your big day.
You’ll be sportin’ it fresh in a classic convertible, veil trailing in the breeze.
Unfortunately this issue was so packed with fashionable goodness that we had to hold
the article on choosing the right eye-glasses. But no worries, October’s issue will focus
on health and wellness and that will fit right in. I’m hoping we can learn the latest trends
in monocular peepered observation technology...in other words one-eyed spy glasses.
Maybe I was just ahead of my time.
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Small-town
dreams
big-city reality
Kristi
Vosbeck
Designs
By Deb Moldaschel
Photos here and on cover by
Alika Faythe of
Depres Photography
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Growing up
in Sleepy Eye,
Kristi (Vosbeck) Sorensen was a pretty
typical small town kid. She was active in
sports, music, and school activities; she got
good grades and thought about growing
up and going off to college. She did like to
dress in the latest fashions, and spent many
happy hours as a little girl dressing up
her Barbie dolls, even making clothes and
blankets for them. But in her dreams for the
future did she imagine she would be a New
York City fashion designer one day? No, she
enjoyed her high school mock trial team so
much she thought she might become
a lawyer.
After earning a degree in International
Political Economy/International Relations
from Colorado College, Kristi spent a year
working as a records clerk for a law firm in
San Diego. She applied and was accepted
to law school and her future was on track.
But all this time something was working in
her mind about her love of pretty dresses
and beautiful design. She happened to
read a news magazine story about a young
woman who switched from a law career to
fashion design, so she thought “hmmm,
maybe I can do that.” She applied to
Parsons the New School for Design in New
York City. To her delight she was accepted
and surprised her family with the news of
her new career aspirations. Her mom and
dad, Dave and Mardy Vosbeck – who have
a background in fashion retailing – were
surprised but always supportive of her
decision, and were wonderful advisors as
she traveled her new path.
In 2007 Kristi entered Parsons. To prepare
she’d asked Pat Stevermer, her high school’s
former home economics teacher, to teach
her how to sew because fashion design
students have to be able to turn their ideas
into real clothes. It was a crash course
she fondly remembers saying, “Pat was so
great!” Then she was off on her excellent
adventure in New York City.
Kristi relates that it was intimidating to
move to New York City and to enter the
famous design school. “Luckily they had
a class called Subway for Dummies, which
I took right away. I also lived in a dorm,”
she said.
One of her first tasks was buying art
supplies from a list the school provided
that sent her all over the city – she felt
happy just to get back home after her
Top left: Dana Varland holding daughter Marit Varland, Mother Mardy Vosbeck and Kristi Vosbeck.
Middle left: Dana Varland wearing Spring 2015. Bottom left: Marit Varland. Top Right: Kristi
Vosbeck wearing a dress she designed for her wedding reception, now available online.
It isn’t easy
created the logo for Kristi Vosbeck Designs
and put together a website. “Then came the
clothes,” Kristi explains.
She decided to keep it simple and start
with just six designs. She also needed to hire
a sample maker, arrange a photo shoot of
the dresses and put photos on her website.
Through networking she found a salesperson
who would help find a market for her line.
This woman became more than a salesperson
and really mentored Kristi as she learned how
the fashion design industry worked.
In the years since starting Kristi Vosbeck
Designs she’s learned to do it all herself. She
creates the designs, makes the patterns,
buys fabric, supervises the sewing, markets
her line, deals with buyers and does her own
book work. She says that she feels a need
to have her own hands on all aspects of the
business right now. She’s had the opportunity
to work with a few intern/assistants and found
that to be very helpful. As she continues to
grow her business she thinks that she may
eventually hire a bookkeeper to take the load
off.
Naturally kind and friendly, Kristi admits
she has had to “develop a thicker skin” as she
makes her way in the fashion industry.
s
hectic shopping foray.
The other students were more likely to have
their undergraduate degree in something
related to fashion studies and this was
another intimidation factor for Kristi.
“I just put my head down and focused hard
on learning everything,” Kristi said. “No social
life or anything – just studying.” It paid off
and she earned her A.A.S. degree in fashion
studies in a year and a half. After that she had
to figure out what to do next.
A friend told Kristi that designer Michael
Kors might be hiring and she actually got
an interview there – three interviews in fact.
But she didn’t get the job. She continued the
job hunt and even made some phone calls
to find out if there would be design career
opportunities in Minneapolis. But that didn’t
seem like the right move either. She knew that
she wanted to have her own design company
someday, so she followed that good advice to
“just do it.”
to simply start
one’s own company, without the help of
others. Kristi teamed up with woman who
worked in branding within the fashion
industry and she seemed like someone who
would be good to work with. Together they
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Top: Myles and Kristi’s wedding day, Grace Church, New York City November 2, 2014. All of
the dresses, Myles’ suit, and the men’s ascots are custom KRISTI VOSBECK designs.
Group of four photos at left: Four looks from the most recent KRISTI VOSBECK SPRING
2015 Collection set to debut this upcoming fashion week September 12th in New York City.
She has to be able to handle criticism as well as praise and also demand that her
business decisions are respected by the people she works with and sells to.
How does Kristi Vosbeck Designs find boutiques to sell the beautiful dresses
that have been created? Kristi says that about 20 designers of luxury evening wear
collaborate at Designers at the Essex House to show their designs to potential buyers.
They host fashion shows twice a year at the Essex House, a hotel overlooking Central
Park in New York City, showcasing their spring and fall lines. The show for the spring
2015 line will be held in mid-September and Kristi says she has everything prepared
for the show and is looking forward to the excitement. Buyers at the show represent
independent boutiques from around the world. “I sold a couple designs to buyers
from Saudi Arabia at one show,” shared Kristi.
Asked how fashions in New York City differ from what we see in the Midwest, Kristi
explained that fashions are similar. “You may see more fashion risks in the city, but
anything goes now, people wear what they like and you see new things trending all
the time.”
Kristi admits that meeting with buyers and other important people in the fashion
world does ask for a certain “look,” meaning she wants to stay in shape – maintaining
a kind of model-like body herself. She practices yoga and still likes to run like she did
back in high school track. She and her husband Myles also try to eat healthy meals.
Kristi says she is thrilled to be a part of River Valley Woman magazine. She invites
readers to “like” her Facebook page – Kristi Vosbeck Designs, follow her on Twitter and
Instagram - @kristivosbeck, and check out her website: www.kristivosbeck.com where
you will find her beautiful dresses as well as videos of some of the shows at the Essex
House. RVW
Q&A
with
Kristi (Vosbeck) sorensen
Growing up, your parents owned and managed The Palace department store in Sleepy Eye. How involved were you in the store, and
what influence did this have on your interest in fashion?
Growing up, The Palace definitely influenced my interest in fashion. I
would work at the store during the summers and over the holidays and
always loved helping customers find accessories to complete their looks.
We would put on fashion shows in town and it was exciting to be back
stage getting ready and then walk in the shows. I was also able to go to
the fashion markets in Minneapolis with my parents and see the latest
fashions and trends.
Did your undergraduate studies feed your interest in design in any
way?
During college, I was always interested in art and took a few classes. One
summer, I studied painting in Paris for three weeks and learned about
color combinations and negative space which continue to influence my
designs today.
Are other art forms, such as music, paintings, and films, important
in your design process?
Other art forms definitely influence my design process, especially music
and film. I love to have music playing while I design at my studio and
can be inspired by a song. I play clarinet in The SymphoNY Chorus in
New York and our group will be playing at Lincoln Center during fashion
week for a jewelry designer. Fashion and film are very connected for me,
I was the costume designer for my husband’s feature film Plato’s Reality
Machine (www.platosrealitymachine.com) and this experience highlighted the role fashion plays in translating a feeling or a mood. I enjoy
and have drawn inspiration from classic films like Breakfast at Tiffany’s,
and the latest Great Gatsby.
How does the influence of nature or other cultures influence your
designs?
Travel and nature have been very influential on my designs. While traveling back from our honeymoon in the Maldives last November, I created
the Fall 2014 Collection on cocktail napkins and couldn’t wait to start
working on the new line. Exploring new cultures and architecture has a
way of stirring up creative energy.
This summer, I was inspired by the negative space between the trees and
leaves while at an outdoor concert in Brooklyn. Once back at the design
studio, this translated into a pattern of lace cutouts featured on the coral
gown for Spring 2015.
Are there famous fashion designers who give you inspiration?
I’m inspired by Charles James, Daphne Guinness, Stella McCartney and
the (late) Alexander McQueen. I’m fortunate to have the MET (Metropolitan Museum of Art) and The Museum at FIT (Fashion Institute of
Technology) close by and love to visit their amazing exhibits whenever I
can to get inspired.
Your dresses are very glamorous, just right for an important party
or formal occasion. Do you see yourself moving into design for
everyday or casual clothing?
I love creating dresses for formal events and social occasions and have
toyed with the idea of creating a bridge line for KRISTI VOSBECK, where
I would produce more affordable designs based on the original designs.
Still dresses, but with different materials. I’d love to see as many people
wearing KV as possible!
You’ve been able to include your sister Dana as a model in a couple
of your shows. How fun is that for both of you?
I’m thankful my family has been so supportive throughout my process of
starting the business and they continue to encourage me to keep going
after my dreams. My sister Dana was able to fly to New York for my first
runway show in 2011. She came out to help me prepare and work behind
the scenes, but when one of the models called in sick and couldn’t make
it, I asked if Dana would fill in! She gracefully accepted, was a natural and
has become an indispensable model in my runway shows ever since!
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Encore Consignment & Bridal Boutique:
Giving back to
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drives business
By Dana Melius
When Kelsey Markham needed an inexpensive prom dress this past spring, the Elysian
high-schooler turned to Encore Consignment &
Bridal Boutique in Old Town Mankato.
The Waterville-Elysian-Morristown senior
now has a greater appreciation for community
ties and businesses which give back to it. Kelsey
had known Encore owner Kim Stanton-Cummings through the Hope Interfaith Center in
Mankato. This intergenerational spiritual center
brought the two together in a way Kelsey never
imagined.
“We’ve known each other for years,” she said.
But this connection brought together Kelsey’s
vision with Encore’s consignment selections
and talented staff to make her prom dress a
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Kelsey envisioned the dream dress for her
2014 high school prom but couldn’t find one
that matched both her hopes and pocketbook.
Shopping for a short, hot pink dress with lots of
beading, Kelsey shared her ideas and a sample
picture with Kim.
Kim purchased Encore in January 2014 after
working for the former owners for 4 years.
“I’d been a customer here forever,” said Kim.
“Encore is more than just a consignment store.
For me, service work and giving back to the
community is really important. It’s nice to work
with the young people and see all their energy.”
For Kelsey, that energy level lifted further. Using the skills of seamstress Tricia Frederick and
Kim’s custom beadwork talents, they re-created
the existing dress to fulfill the young woman’s
dream.
“They completely re-made my prom dress. It
was just perfection,” Kelsey said.
Encore and its partner organizations also
work with CADA House and Theresa House,
offering opportunities for young women to
obtain proper business attire for interviews and
job placements.
The “Clothes Closet” and “Creation 180” are
all-volunteer programs that Encore provides to
individuals in need, giving them access to the
wide array of specialty clothes and accessories
at Encore. Kim gives credit to Zonta, the Women
Executives in Business organization, and the
Business & Professional Women group for
assisting with the “Clothes Closet” effort. But
none of this would happen without the quality
of clothes and accessories which come through
Encore’s 311 North Riverfront Drive’s back door.
“Our consigners are the foundation of our
business,” she stresses.
Consignment contracts typically run for
three months. If an item sells during that initial
contract period, Encore shares proceeds with
the consigners. If it doesn’t sell, the consigner
agrees to donate the item to Encore, which
in turn redesigns clothes into works of art or
donates them to the Neighborhood Thrift Store
off US Hwy. 169 in North Mankato. Encore also
sponsors a “Fall Elegance” program in conjunction with MRCI, working with young women
from age 16 and into their 30s.
Encore employees include bridal seamstress
Tricia Frederick and Wendy Van Roekel, who
Kim refers to as a “rock star-sales goddess.”
Kim’s son, Patrick Stanton, also assists in several
areas.
“We’re excited about our new lines,” stressed
Stanton-Cummings, as the store has launched
a more extensive bridal and formal wear
selection, including bridesmaid dresses. She’s
particularly enthused about Encore’s new line
of hand-sewn, one-of-a-kind garters, many
with intricate beadings, that she spends hours
creating.
Bridal gowns might run anywhere from $50
to $1,500. But through Encore’s business and
organizational relationships, Kim works with
each individual’s budget.
Encore’s store hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Monday through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on
Saturdays, and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.
RVW
From top: Encore owner Kim
Stanton-Cummings and sales rep
Wendy Van Roekel.
WEM senior Kelsey Markham in
her 2014 prom dress.
Custom beaded garter.
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Kelly Murphy and
Sandy Portner
Sisters Bridal & Tux...
a family affair
Celebrating 10 years of style and service, for sisters Kelly Murphy and
Sandy Portner, owners of Sisters Bridal & Tux in New Ulm, weddings are a
family affair. And in more ways than one.
Prior to buying the business, Kelly worked for it (under another name)
when it was owned by others. Sandy worked in finance for a number
of years before going back to school for her degree in business and
accounting. It was when Kelly was on maternity leave and deciding if she
was going to come back to work that the owners put the business up for
sale.
Originally it was Kelly who thought she would take over the business
when it dawned on Sandy, who was pondering what to do with her
new degree, that it was something they should do together.
“We started the ball rolling in November and by June we took
over,” said Sandy.
Sisters Bridal & Tux had a couple locations prior to their
current Broadway spot, which they have been in for six
years.
Family businesses can provide unique challenges but according to the sisters that isn’t a
problem.
“We’ve always gotten along well,” said
Sandy, explaining that with Kelly being
18
younger than her, Sandy was out of the house when Kelly was growing
up so there isn’t the competition that sisters closer in age can experience.
After purchasing the building, family members pitched in to help
renovate it, making the process faster and more cost effective. They
gutted the building, creating an open warehouse in which they could
redesign the layout according to their needs and their own vision.
“We were done in two months!” said Kelly. “We love this
location, we couldn’t ask for a better one. Our display
windows get a lot of attention here. Some say we are
going to cause an accident as everyone likes to look
as they drive by to see the latest prom or wedding
display.”
What is trending these days in wedding
fashion? The sisters keep up by reading
the latest wedding and fashion magazines and by going to the National
Bridal Market in Chicago. While
there are all kind of styles
and designers’ offerings
there, they buy mainly
for the Midwest market
“There is a dress out there for everyone.
Everyone has a unique style.”
saying that what is on the coasts are not necessarily
what is popular here.
“We don’t switch out designers too often,
but once in a while we come across someone new that is intriguing,” said Sandy.
“We try to make sure we offer a variety
of necklines, styles and sizes. The latest
look these days is lace and sleeves. There
is a dress out there for everyone to suit your
personality whether it’s short or long. Everyone
has a unique style.” Kelly agrees with this saying that
often times a bride doesn’t really know what she wants
until she sees it.
What a bride chooses often depends upon location of the
wedding. A beach or other outdoor wedding is generally more
casual, although, according to Kelly, most women still choose a long
dress even for the beach. However, bridesmaids’ dresses are often
shorter for a casual wedding.
“The trend lately has been more garden and intimate setting weddings
such as Schell’s gardens, the Lind House and so forth,” said Kelly.
For gown material they say chiffon and other very soft looks are the latest
for brides. Bridesmaids dress colors have been showing up in petal pinks and
grays, as well as blues and sea foams. Various shades of grays are popular for the
groom and groomsmen’s tuxedos as well.
Sisters Bridal & Tux take part in many area fashion and bridal shows where
they employ their family and friends as models.
“We try to make those fun events for our family and they love helping us out,”
said Sandy.
Alterations are currently offered by Sandy, but they are looking to hire a
seamstress which, according to the sisters, is not that easy to find as it’s a highly
skilled craft, especially on formalwear.
Because planning a wedding and the process of choosing the gown, dresses
and tuxes can be a year-long process, Sandy and Kelly often become close to the
bride.
“We usually miss them when the wedding is over. Sometimes they stop back
in to visit or they bring a sister or friend who’ve they recommended our services
to,” said Sandy. “It’s most rewarding when a bride tries on a dress and gets tears
in her eyes because she is so happy. We can’t help but to join in her happiness.”
Loving what they do is key to the sisters success even when they meet
challenges of brides who are very particular or don’t know what they want.
Sometimes a process of elimination weeds out what doesn’t work and the
discovery is made for what does.
“We love our clients and we love our jobs! It’s so much fun to help clients.”
said Kelly.
“Sometimes we end up choosing the bride’s dress because we have
so much experience and we know our inventory so well,” said Sandy.
Kelly adds that because they have so many dresses on display
that it can be overwhelming to the bride and she doesn’t
know where to start. They encourage women to take
suggestions from their friends and relatives to start with
if they are unsure, but to not bring too many people
with you as that can add to the confusion.
They also suggest that a woman keep in
mind that the same style dress can look very
different on the individual.
“Ultimately it comes down to how
the bride feels in her dress,” said
Kelly. “If you don’t love it don’t
try and talk yourself into it.”
RVW
Q&A with Kelly & Sandy
Tell us a little about yourselves
We are sisters! We are originally from New Ulm and come
from a family of five. We have a very close family. Sandy
and her husband Steve have four children whose ages
range from 23-28 years old, and a one year old grandson.
Kelly and her husband Mike have three girls, Brynn (11),
Camryn (7), and Jocelyn (almost 3).
What made you decide to open Sisters Bridal
and Tux?
We both worked for the previous owners and when they
decided to sell the business, we jumped at the opportunity
to become business owners ourselves. It was an especially
easy decision, since we love what we do!
What challenges do you face being sisters in
business together?
We see each other a lot! Since our family is close, we end
up spending time away from work together too! However,
I’m not sure that is a challenge since we get along so well!
What do you love about the business?
We love our brides and the relationships we build with
them and their bridal party. It is extremely rewarding to be
a part of making their wedding day dreams come true.
Do you have advice to give future brides and
grooms when it comes to choosing wedding
attire?
It should be a reflection of you and your personality.
However, it is your wedding day, so don’t be afraid to go all
out.
Do you have a favorite style yourself?
Yes, and it seems to be expensive! Seriously, we believe
there is a style for every bride and it’s our job to help her
find it. It should be something that fits good and looks
flattering.
How do you choose the wedding fashions you
have at your shop?
We usually go to the National Bridal Market in Chicago to
see the newest styles and trends, and base our choices on
what brides are asking for.
What is popular in this area?
Everything country chic, from lace and soft colors to burlap
and boots.
In your 10 years in business what has changed
in fashion trends and what brides and
grooms choose?
10 years ago brides were looking for bright color
in their gowns and now dresses are a lot more
vintage with cap sleeves or straps and lace.
What do you see down the
road in wedding fashions?
Sleeves. We are already seeing
slight versions of them.
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For engaged couples, it can seem as if there are a million things
to accomplish before the big day arrives. One essential piece of the
wedding puzzle involves creating a registry that makes it easy for
guests to celebrate your union with gifts that reflect your personality
as a couple.
Before Building Your Registry It’s no wonder why guests love
the ease and simplicity of a gift registry. But many couples may not
know where to begin when setting out to create this useful list. Here
are some helpful pointers from Macy’s to help you get started on
creating a perfect wedding registry:
Meet with a Consultant: These trained professionals are on site to
assist and discuss everything you want and need. It’s a good place to
start if you have questions on what items to include and what brands
are available.
Look for Special Programs: Some stores offer special features,
such as those that allow guests to contribute any amount to the
ultimate gift card, so the bride and groom can later choose exactly
what they want.
Start Early: Most couples like to register 4-6 months before their
wedding date, which allows more time for choosing items, planning
for showers and meeting other deadlines.
Register Together: Whether it’s in-store, online or both – make a
day of it and have fun selecting all the things that will be part of your
new life together.
Choose Different Price Points: Guests will appreciate a varied list
that has many gift options to fit their personal budget.
Create a Registry That Reflects You: If you’re a laid-back, easygoing couple, consider registering for a more casual dinnerware pattern
that you can use every day, then mix in some fancy pieces to use for
those special occasions. If you enjoy entertaining friends and family,
be sure to choose a range of serveware and barware.
Making the Right Choices
With all the things needed to properly stock your home, selecting
the right ones can seem overwhelming. Here are some tips to keep in
mind while adding to your registry:
Select Your Settings: A five-piece setting is meant to serve one
person and includes a dinner plate, salad plate, bread and butter
plate, tea cup and saucer. If you want to serve eight guests, you will
need to register for eight five-piece settings.
Factor in Some Extras: When registering for drinkware, be sure to
register for a few extras in each glass size in case some break down
the road.
Protect Your Cutlery: Be sure to choose a sturdy cutting board to
protect your knife blades from chips and cracks. You can keep your
cutlery in top condition by registering for a honing steel and knife
sharpener.
Stock Up on Kitchen Must-Haves: When it comes to cookware,
make sure to stock up on the essentials. This should include a fry pan,
sauté pan, grill pan, sauteuse (round, deep-sided design for sautéing
on the stovetop or baking in the oven) and a chef’s pan.
Opt for the Basics: White dinnerware allows you to transform the
look of your table year-round by changing the décor and accessories
around it. The classic look will be a design that you can appreciate for
years to come. RVW
Getting to the church in style…
with Unique Specialty & Classic Cars
“I dabble in classic tractors—John Deere, red
ones, Hart Parr, other rare models. I get them
on trade—we’re the only place you can trade
Stepping on to the lot of Unique Specialty
in a tractor on a car,” Thomas said with a grin. “I
& Classic Cars is like taking a step back in time.
collect them personally.”
From the hustle and bustle of the busy streets of
That interest in tractors comes from Jeremy’s
Mankato, Unique is a trip into earlier days, with a
childhood, being a farm kid on both sides of
variety of cars—dating back to the 1920s—surthe family, and growing up east of Faribault.
rounding you.
Although Thomas started Mankato State
Even if you aren’t looking to buy, you can
University as an accounting major, he soon realenjoy a classic ride for a few hours or a day by
renting from Unique.
ized he couldn’t sit in an office 40 hours a week.
“A lot of people like the 1940s and 1950s
He began working in the car business when he
Jeremy Thomas combined his love of old cars
cars—they’re selected the most often. Some
with business experience gained from working was 19 and was in management at both General
Motors and Ford franchise stores for 13 years.
people want to go out for dinner in the kind of
with new cars to open Unique Specialty &
Thomas’ love of old cars led to the opening of
car they used to have,” owner Jeremy Thomas
Classic Cars in 2006.
said. “We provide the driver for you, for insurance
Unique Specialty & Classic Cars in south Mankato
reasons. You just tell us where and when, and
in 2006.
we’ll be there.”
“I took the fun part of old cars and mixed it with my business experience
from working with new cars,” Thomas said. “The day we opened, we had
Unique Specialty & Classic Cars rents around 30 vehicles from their extensive collection each summer. The cars are popular for weddings, as well seven cars on the lot, five of which were mine personally.”
Today, Unique keeps 120 to 150 vehicles in stock, with about 70 percent
as anniversaries, reunions, and other special events, according to company
owned and the rest consigned.
controller Mandy Kapsner who is the go-to person for rentals.
It’s more than a local business.
Not just a man’s world, a high percentage of women take advantage of
“We couldn’t make if off our Mankato clients,” Thomas acknowledged.
Unique’s complete service, detail, and restoration shop. They can drop off
“We have, literally, a worldwide reach.”
their vehicles for oil changes or other services, get a ride to work or home
The Internet is invaluable as Thomas does about 80 percent of his
from a Unique staff member, and return later, their cars all set to go.
business without ever meeting the customer.
“Quite a few women take advantage of our detailing service,” Thomas
“They go off our pictures and descriptions. We show the good and the
said. “You’ll hear the expression ‘car guy,’ but around here we use the
bad. We put the car on the hoist and show the underneath. There are no
words ‘car gal,’ too.”
Women also play a role in the purchase of cars. Thomas estimates that
surprises—people know what they’ll get,” he said.
About 350 to 400 cars go through the dealership each year, selling for
about ten percent of Unique’s sales are to women, but that they have a say
$1,000 to $150,000. The $150,000 beauty was a rare, super popular 1970
in a lot more.
Plymouth Super Bird muscle car.
“On one end of the spectrum, some negotiate and buy. On the other
That’s not the only rare car that Unique has had. In 2009, a 1933 LaSalle
end, they come in and simply sit in a car they like. A lot of men won’t admit
it, but women are in on the decision making,” Thomas said. “Most women
Cadillac roadster came in by trade from Canada. Built as a rumble seat
seem to prefer nice tidy cars, not the loud ones. They walk to the nicest car convertible, it had been converted to a flower car for a funeral home.
Another rarity is in the Unique showroom now—a 1969 Ford Mustang
when they come in, even if that’s not exactly what their husbands were
factory test car, one of only nine made.
looking for.”
Along with classics, Unique has late model sports cars in stock including
For those who already own a classic, Unique has a “whole mezzanine
Corvettes, Camaros, Mustangs, and Challengers. Thomas and his staff take
full of parts,” dating back to 1920 Model Ts, and everything forward. If
trades and are willing to deal—whether on a classic or later model—up,
Unique doesn’t have it, the staff can help track it down.
down, or even. They also deal in motorcycles—mostly Harleys—and even
Thomas also does appraisals and has worked with several hundred
tractors.
car collectors, among them widows faced with selling their husbands’
collections. RVW
By Ruth Klossner
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Money Talk
P
Getting Married? Be Sure to Talk About
Your Finances Before Tying the Knot.
lanning a wedding can be overwhelming, with dozens of
important decisions to be made before the big day. During
such a hectic time, most couples spend more time on
things like picking out a china pattern than they do talking
about their finances. However, if you’re about to tie the knot, it’s a
good idea to have a frank and honest discussion about money with
your future spouse so you can start your marriage off on the right
foot.
According to a recent survey from the American Institute of CPAs,
financial matters are the most common source of conflict among
American couples. Unexpected expenses, mounting debt, problems
stemming from inadequate savings, and inability to prioritize needs
versus wants are just a few of the financial issues that can put stress
on a relationship. Do you know how your philosophy on saving and
spending differs from that of your partner? Do you know if he or she
has good or bad financial habits? Answering these questions now
can help prevent stressful moments down the road.
As you begin your life together, an important first step is to
establish a budget. Taking a complete inventory of your combined
monthly income and expenses will give you a clear idea of your total
financial picture. Be sure to be up front about the amount of debt
you’ll each be bringing to the marriage, including student loans,
credit cards, car loans, etc., since they will soon be your joint responsibility. You may even want to consider ordering credit reports for
yourselves in order to avoid any surprises.
Once you have a handle on your cash flow, determine who will pay
the bills, and establish ground rules for purchasing big-ticket items.
You’ll also need to decide whether to combine your checking accounts or keep them separate. You may even find it best to develop
a hybrid solution, maintaining a joint account to pay for rent, utilities,
groceries, and other monthly expenses, and individual accounts
for personal, discretionary spending. Every couple is different, so
choose the option that works best for you.
With your budget in place, it’s time to talk about your financial
future together. Where do you see yourselves in 10, 20, or 30 years?
Are children in your future? Do you have an emergency fund in
place? Is it time to start saving for a down payment on a house?
Have you already set up retirement accounts?
Make plans to revisit your finances on a monthly – or even weekly
– basis. Regularly setting aside time to talk about your financial situation can help strengthen your relationship and keep you focused
on your goals.
Finally, don’t be afraid to ask for assistance. A professional
financial advisor can provide clear, objective advice and help you
work toward your goals. RVW
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The
Perfect Flowers
For
By Heather Hammer, A to Zinnia of New Ulm
C
ongratulations on your engagement! Now the
planning begins…First you will book your ceremony
space, the reception venue and select your dresses.
Then comes finding a caterer, DJ or musicians, florist
and decorator. A florist and decorator can tie everything together
for the perfect look, mood and atmosphere for your big day. You
should book your florist six months to a year in advance, depending upon the size of your wedding and bridal party and if they will
be handling any centerpieces. Depending on the size and staff of
your florist they can take on any where from two to five weddings
per weekend if they can logistically handle all the details.
Your dress and bridesmaids dresses will help to set the tone of
the wedding. It is helpful when you are choosing your flowers that
the florist knows the color and style of your dresses. If they are
long, elegant and sophisticated you may be planning a black tie
affair, if they are patterned, tea length or being paired with cowboy
boots they may lend better to an outdoor ceremony and a barn
reception. Have a swatch or photo of the dresses when you meet
with the florist and decorators.
The first time you meet with the florist it can be helpful if you
have perused Pinterest. You can easily find what is trending.
Glamorous rustic, succulents and Mason jars filled flowers are quite
popular. Use Pinterest as a guide but remember, sometimes the
pictures you find may have been taken in California in the middle
of summer, and your wedding is in Minnesota in the middle of
winter.
Make an appointment to meet with your florist when you are
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Your
Big Day
ready with the information and ideas so you have their full attention. A meeting generally will take a half hour to an hour depending on what they will be providing for you. The florist will talk
through all your needs, flowers you love, don’t love, flower allergy
concerns, etc., after which they can provide you with an estimate.
Be prepared to put down a deposit to hold the date. Brides ask all
the time if florists have a “package,” and the resounding answer is
no. Each bride is unique and treated with special care to make her
wedding day perfect!
When choosing flowers keep in mind just about any flower is
available year round but it comes with a price tag and there can
be an issue with quality. If you are looking for tulips in August
your florist may be able to find them, but they will cost more and
may not look as good as they would in the spring of the year. Be
open-minded to using seasonal flowers for the best value. You’ll
find that in doing so your bouquets and table settings will be fresh
and head-turning.
After choosing some key flowers for your bouquets, size, shape
and style will need to be considered. Popular shape would be
Martha Stewart style, Cascade, Hand-tied, Pomander or Composite.
The bride’s size and stature should be taken into consideration,
but also the detail work on the dress. If it is elaborately beaded on
the front, a more monochromatic or monofloral bouquet would be
appropriate, so as to not distract from the detail of the dress. For
example, If the dress was Art Deco-themed, a cascading bouquet
of orchids might look best. If they dress was lace and tea length a
just picked wildflower bouquet might be perfect. RVW
What Next?
Fashion history
repeating itself again
Feeling good about how you look is why fashion
is important. It’s not about being relevant or trendy,
it’s about being YOU!
Midriff tops are
back in fashion, WHAT
NEXT! I don’t think I will
be rushing to show off my midsection anytime soon.
It takes enough daring to wear my two-piece swimsuit to the beach
these days, especially given my daughter’s infatuation with my postchildbirth belly button. “Is it an inny, or is it an outie?” she will ask her
friends as they sit and gawk at my belly, pondering the conundrum
together.
Thank goodness for this fashion issue, otherwise I would be
completely in the dark. I thought these new Aztec pants I’m seeing
my babysitter wear were nothing more than the return of Zubaz. I still
have a pair of Zubaz, incidentally; I proudly wear them for pajamas.
Fashion is the epitome of “history repeats itself.” There’s no avoiding it, really. I mean, there are only so many ways to sew a garment.
Pattern, material, and fit can only vary to some degree before we end
up with shoulder-pads again. Accessories help mix it up a little, but
let’s face it: inevitably, hammer-pants return.
I’m not much of a fashionista, but I know what I like and what I look
good in. Feeling good about how you look is why fashion is important. It’s not about being relevant or trendy, it’s about being YOU!
Having a “style” that conveys your personality is infinitely rewarding.
Personally, I love dressing to my mood. It’s remarkable to notice
the affect that my clothes have on my attitude for the day. Like most
moms, I definitely have my sweat pants days, but I love throwing on
a blazer or a skirt on days when I’m not working and am just running
errands or taking the kids to the park. Predictably, if I dress like what
I’m doing is important, I treat it like it is important. I’m more present
to the moment, I’m more patient, I treat whatever the task at hand is
as if it’s the most important board meeting I will have all year. And if
my favorite blazer is covered in snot and has sand in the pockets at
the end of the day, then it must have been a good day’s work!
Reminiscing with pictures of my high school style is mortifying,
but wildly entertaining. Laughter is good for the soul after all. I think
it helps me to not take myself so seriously. Recently I came across my
epic senior picture. I remember at the time I put a ton of vision and
planning into it. My mother despised it and refused to pay for it, so I
had to work extra hours dishwashing at my part-time job to pay for it,
but dang it, it was SO cool! Imagine my dismay when all of my friends
and family asked for every one of my senior pictures except this one! I
was mystified. I mean, clearly I look like a rock star.
My friends and family laugh today when we pull out this picture
and remember what a punk kid I was. And as embarrassing as it
can be to look back in time at ourselves in old bridesmaid dresses
or bell bottom pants, I think it helps us keep things in perspective.
Sometimes it’s OK to be the punk kid who thinks they look super cool
no matter what everyone around them is saying. Because it helps you
become the person you are going to be.
And the person you are still becoming.
Fashion matters because YOU matter. Today,
take the time and put in the effort to feel good
about the way you look!
And here’s to embarrassing senior photos!
May fashion reign! RVW
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SPACES
By Margot Weyhe, The Design Element
Photos by Jordan Powers of Mankato Home Tours, mankatohometours.com
BEFORE
A home that
reflects the
homeowner’s
personality
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A
s designers, our process often begins with what could be
described as an inquisition (but in a good way). It’s vital
that we learn as much as possible about the client in order to establish not only what their likes and preferences
are, but also what suits them. In most cases we provide them with
ideas and concepts based on this initial meeting.
This particular project began with a meeting at the space to gather information, take photos, and of course, discuss with the client
what their vision may be. Homeowners, Ron and Stephanie Hill just
purchased the home and had not moved in, so it was mostly unfurnished. I found that the finishes and fixtures revealed a formal and
traditional style. Steph had several books of photos, cut out from
magazines, as well as photos of a few of her own existing pieces that
she wished to incorporate. Most were mid-century modern style
(some vintage), with a lot of saturated colors and patterns. It became
quite clear the space, as it was, did not meld with her personality,
and in fact, was quite the opposite! It lacked cohesion. In addition to
the new furnishings and finishes, structural changes also needed to
be made to accommodate the Hills’ wants and needs.
BEFORE
Words from homeowner Stephanie Hill
Top left: Redesigned kitchen and dining space with black stained wood floors and freshly painted white cabinetry.
Pendant lighting from Lights On Madison. (inset) kitchen and dinette space pre-renovation. Above: Redesigned
formal dining room with custom silk drapery treatment and reupholstered velvet dining chairs. Top right: formal dining room pre-renovation. Bottom left: Redesigned screen porch with indoor/outdoor sectional and vintage pendant
light fixture. Bottom right: Screen porch pre-renovation.
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One major issue resided on the main floor adjacent to the great room and directly outside of the
master bedroom. The previous homeowners had provided space for a baby grand piano built up
on a stage of sorts. A larger master closet was at the top of Steph’s must-have list, and this stage
space would need to make way. This is when we called in R. Henry Construction, a company who
frequently works hand in hand with The Design Element on projects requiring both design and
structure. We took down the dividing wall and eliminated the stage area. We then put a new wall up
increasing the closet space by about 6 feet, and narrowing the entrance hall, which was previously
wasted space for the Hills’ purposes
After making the major structural changes, we switched our attention to the design. We knew we
needed to paint all the walls, change the carpet, modify some of the light fixtures and draperies, as
well as add new furnishings. However, some more challenging alterations would have to be made
as well. The cabinetry and wood flooring were both a golden hue, and the fireplace had a distinctly
Romanesque look.
How would you describe your
experience during the renovation
process? I loved every minute of the
design process with Margot. I looked
forward to our meetings which usually included, choosing colors, flipping
through pages of beautiful wallpaper,
looking at hundreds of gorgeous fabric
samples, flooring, tile and so many
beautiful light fixtures, along with many
other pretties to select. It has been so
exciting to see our house transformed
into our dream home.
What is your favorite part of the
home? It is hard for me to pick a favorite
part of our home because I truly love this
house, but I think I would say the powder
room. The vanity is so unique (designed
by Margot), the wallpaper is gorgeous,
the mirror is vintage & the light fixture is
so pretty. The room is just a little gem its
cuter than cute!
Did you discover anything new
about your tastes and preferences
that surprised you? When I first met
with Margot I came to her with a very
large stack of pictures. I was sure I knew
exactly what I wanted, but as we got
into the project Margot gave me other
options and I chose some fabrics and
furnishing that I thought I wouldn’t have
normally picked. When we bought this
house I had a vision of how I wanted it
to look, and in the end the style is what I
wanted, and the color is definately what
I wanted, but the actual design is better
than I had hoped for. I believe our home
is exactly what we wanted thanks to the
help of Margot. This wasn’t just a project
for us, it became a good friendship and
a lot of fun!
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To save cost we asked R. Henry to paint the cabinetry, remove the decorative elements on
the fireplace and replace them with a glass mosaic tile. We also had them build a new custom
vanity for the powder room by our own design.
The floor presented a more difficult problem. The golden oak stain would be difficult to refinish, and we worried that we wouldn’t achieve the desired look. I suggested a black stain but
none of the local floor refinishers had experience with using that finish and all of the samples
were looking like black paint. R. Henry, though, managed to find a company that sold a finish
we loved. It was an innovative process and they took the initiative to research and provide
training to the floor refinishers to make sure it was all done correctly. The finished product was
fabulous and just what we needed!
ne of my favorite redesigns was the powder room. Steph fell in love with a metallic gold and turquoise flocked damask wallcovering. I often find small spaces like
powder rooms are a great space to create drama, so we decided to use it there. She
owned a gorgeous vintage mirror in a bright yellow which we felt was a perfect
accoutrement and could be used over the vanity.
I began doing some sketches and came up with a mod type piece to tie all the elements
together. The doors were made with white painted wood screens (which we also used for
division into the formal dining area) with a bright yellow undercoat. Topped off with a white
marble top and gloss white faucet, it was truly unique!
Every room in the house either will be or has been transformed in some manner. Each space
has its own character, yet is cohesive as a whole. The final design was a combination of the
visions of Steph and The Design Element in a fully collaborative effort. My goal in any project
is to create a space that defines and perpetuates the personality of the client, and at the same
time provides a space they feel 100% at home in. Prior to the photo shoot we all spent some
time doing some staging and adding some extra special touches. When we finished Steph
and Ron took a look around and they commented on how they love their new space! It’s that
gratification that after 20 plus years keeps me loving my job! RVW
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Top left: Newly expanded master
closet and front hall.
Inset: Pre-renovation stage area.
Bottom left: Redesigned powder
room with vintage mirror and
custom designed vanity.
Bottom center: Powder room
pre-renovation.
Bottom right: Margot Weyhe,
The Design Element.
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Cholesterol in Your Diet
High blood cholesterol affects more than 71 million Americans, according to the
Centers for Disease Control. Celebrate National Cholesterol Education Month
by getting your blood cholesterol checked and learning about food and lifestyle
choices that can help you take control of your cholesterol.
Cholesterol often gets a bad rap, yet it is essential for cell building, helps your
body digest and absorb fat, and can even aid in bone building. However, too
much cholesterol can lead to the buildup of fatty deposits in blood vessels that
can limit blood flow to the arteries and can cause a heart attack. Limit cholesterol in your diet by:
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Eating a healthy diet. Avoid saturated fats and trans fats, which tend to
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cooker. Turn heat to Low. Put the lid on and cook until the oats are tender and the porridge is creamy, 7 to 8 hours.
Stovetop Variation: Halve the above recipe to accommodate the size of most double
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tablespoons dried apricots and 1/8 teaspoon salt in the top of a double boiler. Cover
and cook over boiling water for about 1 1/2 hours, checking the water level in the bottom of the double boiler from time to time.
* Steel-cut oats, sometimes labeled “Irish oatmeal,” look like small pebbles. They are
toasted oat groats – the oat kernel that has been removed from the husk – that have
been cut in two or three pieces.
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Fat: 3g
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Good
Eats
The Minnesota River Valley is home to an
eclectic and delicious variety of eateries,
from ethnic cuisine and unique delicatessens,
to casual sandwiches and crunchy bagels.
Relax on a sun-filled patio, party on the deck,
or enjoy a fine dining dinner date
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A taste trip through the valley
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St. Peter
Girls Night Out!
Mammogram Mondays!
Thursday, October 2
Join the St. Peter Area Chamber of Commerce and over 40
local businesses in celebrating Girls Night Out, an evening
planned by women for women and sponsored by the
St. Peter business community.
Gather a group of friends and visit your favorite St. Peter shops
to take advantage of special gifts, promotions,
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Get your Girls Night Out card stamped at 10 participating
businesses to be eligible for a grand prize of $200 in
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Travel Fashion, Japanese Style
When you travel, you absorb things. Things (and I’m not talking traditional dress (PHOTO 2) is also surprisingly common, even in superstuff and souvenirs) you bring home with you. It could be a big thing, techy Tokyo (truly, I felt like I’d come from a third world country when
like a strong urge to support global clean water or
confronted with the computerized public restrooms
anti-poaching or a new knowledge about how others
and the hot seafood vending machines).
live in more socialistic systems. But usually it’s a small
But back to today’s trends. Here’s more: (PHOTOS 3).
thing. Something you adopt and integrate into your own
Hey look! Minnetonkas!
everyday life. Like the way the extra blanket was folded at
It’s all about layers and contrast and creative
the foot of your hotel bed or the striking flowering bush
combinations. (PHOTOS 4)
that would look great in your front yard or the white bulb
Aesthetic is everywhere in Japan. Even a worker
lights to string over your al fresco table. Often, it’ll be a
drying seaweed and a plastic Colonel Sanders look
food thing. Bananas sliced in coconut-batter pancakes,
pretty dapper to me. (PHOTOS 5)
fish grilled on leaves, pesto crepes.
I’m an absorber. A different accent--say, Kentucky or
Or a fashion thing. We Americans are pretty staid
Brit or Aussie--finds its way quickly into my own speech.
dressers, compared to most of the world. European
So it was with Japanese street fashion. I found myself
cities are always interesting in this regard--very chic and
immediately and happily combining and layering my
urbane--but the biggest eye-opener and influence for me
carry-on-only choices in whole new ways. Here’s a shot
was ultra-fashion-forward Japan.
taken on a beach in the northern island of Hokkaido.
It’s been over six years since our trip there, and the two
The butterfly ‘dress’ had started out the trip as my
treasured large-format fashion magazines I hauled back
nightgown. (PHOTO 5)
still amaze me. Both for their currentness (I think we’re
For a traveler there’s much here to be learned
just now catching up) and for their creativity.
and applied to the compact travel wardrobe,
Here’s the covers. (PHOTOS 1) They may look
because as I said, Japanese dressing is about layers
teenybopper, but the pages inside bring back vivid
and combinations. And the more creatively you can
Notes from a
mental visions of the fun and fresh and regular street
manipulate those layers and combos, the more out-ofclothes one sees all over Japan. In fact, many of the
World Traveler suitcase choices you’ll have.
fashion photos are street shots, as you can see.
Get out there. Absorb. Expand. RVW
by Marci M. Fuller
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Apples!
A guide to help you keep track of which ones
are tart, sweet, thin-skinned, and pie-friendly
While there are thousands of different apples in the world, we’ve
rounded up 11 that represent the diversity found in today’s marketplace. Some, like Red and Golden Delicious, are tried-and-true
favorites in the United States; others such as Cameo and Fuji are
relative newcomers to the apple scene.
Jonagold A lovely red hue with hints of yellow, this species is a
hybrid of the Jonathan (not pictured here) and the Golden Delicious
and bears a faint physical resemblance to both. Like the Golden
Delicious, Jonagold is sweet and thin-skinned, but it takes from the
Jonathan a smooth skin and tart flavor. It is versatile and can be used
in any recipe calling for apples.
Cameo Juicy, crisp, and sweet with just a touch of tart, the Cameo
is thought to come from both the Red and the Yellow Delicious. Try
substituting Cameos for Goldens in baking and cooking recipes. This
variety is especially delicious when eaten raw.
Empire A cross between McIntosh and Red Delicious, it is generally
quite round, with a skin that’s bright red with hints of green. The interior is crisp and creamy white. The Empire is firmer than the McIntosh,
so it makes for a good cooking apple.
McIntosh This apple is the least firm of all the ones rounded up
in this illustrated guide. The soft flesh can be described as “creamy”
or “mealy,” which makes this variety a good candidate for eating raw
or for apple sauce or apple butter, but not necessarily for baking. If
you bake with McIntoshes, use a thickener to keep the apples from
becoming too mushy.
Golden Delicious Bright, cheery-looking yellow with a relatively
soft texture, although not as soft to the touch as a McIntosh or a
Apple
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Cortland. Thin-skinned, the Golden Delicious doesn’t store well (it can
bruise and shrivel), so try to use it as soon as possible. This apple is
ideal for pies, salads, sauces, and freezing.
Fuji A large crisp apple—a relative of the Red Delicious—with
an intense sweetness that makes this an ideal candidate for eating
raw. Try adding Fujis to salads and slaws that require very little to no
cooking to keep their consistency.
Cortland It’s understandable if you confuse this apple with the
McIntosh. Both are on the squat side, with creamy white interiors and
sweet-and-tart flavors. The Cortland functions as an all-purpose apple,
which means you can bake it, cook it, or eat it raw.
Red Delicious This is the most popular apple variety in the U.S.
It’s top heavy and has a creamy white interior. While juicy, the Red Delicious is a soft apple and won’t cook well, so it’s best to eat them raw.
Gala Pleasantly mild, sweet taste, crisp texture, and a beautiful
light-red sheen with bright-yellow undertones. Like Fujis, Galas are
easy to eat uncooked thanks to their thin skin and overall sweetness,
making them an ideal fruit for kids. They’re also good for cooking.
Granny Smith You can’t miss this apple, with its bright-green
skin, hard feel, crisp bite, and extremely tart taste. While some savor
the tartness, others prefer to cook it, which sweetens it up. It is an
ideal complement to savory foods such as onions and salty foods like
cheese.
Braeburn Has a firm, crisp bite and offers a pleasing balance
between sweet and tart. Firm to the touch, Braeburns are good for
baking as well as eating just as they are. RVW
Source: epicurious.com
With 18 apple varieties available, we’re sure to have one to please
your taste buds! SweeTango, Honeycrisp, Haralson, and many more apples
available during the season.
ALSO featuring Pies, Jams, Jellies, Local Honey, Maple Syrup, Apple Butter,
Fruit Jellies, and of course our great selection of fresh-homemade pies.
Caramel Apple Pecan, French Apple, Strawberry Rhubarb, and an assortment
of other outstanding items made fresh in our bakery! Call in and make an
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“Harbo Cider is proud to bring you Minnesotas very own- Hard Cider. Hard
Cider is an alcoholic beverage made out of pressed and fermented apples. It’s
got some similar charecteristics to a dry white wine, but very much its own
kind of drink. Very light to the palette, it makes a great afternoon type of
drink cold, on the rocks, or with a splash of ginger ale
to make an outstanding mixer. So, Get out to Harbo Cider today
and try out Splitladder Syder.”
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The Power of the Family Meeting
Never underestimate the
power of face-to-face
contact with all family
members present. As we
gear up for another school
year, it’s important to make
life go as smoothly as
possible. Heightened
communication, sync’d
calendars, and clearly
defined expectations will
help reduce the stress,
clutter, and chaos in your
household.
Some of the topics you may wish to
include are fall activities and sports, transportation and ride share plans, homework
expectations, and what to do with incoming/outgoing school communications.
Review morning routines (are you waking
your kids up or are they setting the alarm),
bus schedule (hopefully it has arrived by
now), and cell phone/social media use
during school and homework hours.
If chores around the house and yard
will shift with the new school schedule,
discuss who is responsible for getting the
garbage out on garbage day, emptying
the dishwasher after school, and other
daily tasks. It should not be one person’s
responsibility to do all the chores, running, and maintaining the calendar.
Make sure you have a family calendar
to which everyone has access and can
quickly add items. One rule many families
from a
follow (including mine) is that if it isn’t
on the calendar, it doesn’t happen. Don’t
If you’ve never held a family meeting
allow consistently last-minute running to
before, it’s simple. Find a time when
interfere with your family time and sanity!
you can all be together for an hour.
Other things to discuss in your family
Sometimes it helps to do a family meeting
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A Natural Healthy Glow—For Your Pet!
As the owner of two Australian Shepherds, I spend a lot of time
vacuuming up hair. As a dog lover, I know this is something I will
probably be doing for the rest of my life, but that doesn’t mean I
don’t want to reduce the problem of hair on my couch, and on my
clothes, and in my mouth, and on my supper. More importantly, I
want my dogs to have healthy coats. When their coats are glossy
and soft, I have peace of mind that my dogs are healthy, and that the
shedding I’m seeing is just normal, seasonal shedding.
A Healthy Coat from the Inside, Out
One of the most important things you, as an owner, can do for
your pets’ coats, is to feed them healthy, biologically appropriate
diets. From their mouth down, dogs and cats are clearly carnivores.
They have teeth designed for crunching bone and killing prey; they
have short digestive tracts which process animal proteins more
efficiently than anything else. They are also able to process much
higher levels of bacteria such as E. coli and Salmonella than humans,
allowing them to eat a lot of meat, even if it is rotten. The digestive
systems of dogs and cats are not efficient for processing any types
of plant products. They lack the ability to produce the enzyme, amylase, which helps to break down the starches in fruits, vegetables,
and grains. Additionally their jaws only move up and down, much
like an alligator, so they are unable to chew the way herbivores and
omnivores can.
Allergies to food ingredients also cause many skin and coat
problems in dogs and cats. Hot spots, dandruff, frequent ear
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When looking for a new food, start by
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Generally, good foods will have
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good for every pet, so if the
first food you try out does
not make any difference, just
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Coat Care
Just like you and I, dogs need
regular hygienic maintenance.
They need their teeth brushed, their
hair combed and brushed, and their nails
clipped regularly, and falling behind on these things
can
leave your dog uncomfortable and unhealthy. Dogs’ teeth should
be brushed every day, their nails clipped every other week, and their
hair or fur brushed regularly, depending on what type of coat your
dog has.
Determining what type of coat your dog has is the first step to
maintaining it. Some breeds, such as Shih Tzus and Poodles have
hair that continues to grow throughout their lives. These dogs
require regular haircuts from a professional groomer, but do keep
their coats tangle free in between visits. A slicker brush or comb
work great in these coats. Dogs with short single or double coats,
such as Labradors, Vizslas, and Greyhounds don’t have coats that
tangle, but they certainly shed. Using a rubber, curry-type comb on
a regular basis can help to loosen dead coat. Keeping the coat clean
with regular baths also helps dead hair to come out of the coat.
Short-haired dogs are also welcome in grooming salons, and many
offer de-shedding options to keep the coat looking glossy, and your
furniture fur-free! Longer haired, double coated breeds—such as
German Shepherds, Border Collies, and Golden Retrievers—require
regular brushing as well. Slicker brushes, undercoat rakes, and
combs work well on these coats, and regular professional grooming
can help reduce shedding, especially in the spring and summer
when these breeds ‘blow coat’, or lose their undercoat. These breeds
can require brushing at home as often as 3-4 times a week to keep
the coat from matting.
Your pet’s coat is one of the best ways to determine his overall
health. A healthy coat is shiny, soft, and leaves much less mess on
your furniture than an unhealthy coat. Appropriate, healthy food, as
well as regular brushing, bathing, and trimming can help keep your pets’ coats in tip top
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Back-to-school
health tips
• Meningiococcal
• MMR
• Pneumococcal
• Polio
• Rotavirus
• Varicella (Chickenpox)
• Talk with your health care provider about vaccines and any
concerns you may have.
Another school year is underway. Preparation for the hallways
means shopping for backpacks, clothes and other school
supplies. While these items are all part of a successful learning
experience, making sure your children are healthy in all capacities should be the highest priority. Ensuring the health of your
children will help them succeed and help put you at ease.
Here are a few back-to-school tips to make your kids’ educational experience healthier.
Well-child exams
A well-child exam is a comprehensive health checkup for
children of all ages. The exam includes a sports physical for
student athletes and looks at many aspects of health for all kids.
Preteen and teen patients are able to discuss any health and
well-being concerns with their health care team. Additionally,
providers educate young patients about drinking, drug use,
weight issues, the importance of helmet and seat belt use, and
sexuality.
For young children, providers evaluate where your child
ranks based on age-appropriate developmental milestones. For
example, at two weeks, an infant’s feeding habits and growth
are monitored. At five years old, knowledge of the ABCs, basic
colors and home address is tested. The health care team will also
use the time to update immunizations if needed.
Vaccinations
Vaccinations are vital in order to keep children healthy,
especially young children. Vaccinations are safe and can be
administered in groups if your child is behind schedule. Receiving vaccinations helps keep your child and his or her classmates
safe.
Leading health care providers and the CDC recommend these
vaccinations:
• Diptheria/Tetanus/Pertussis
• Haemophilus Influenza B
• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Human Papilloma Virus
• Influenza
Bullying
Unfortunately, bullying occurs far too often in elementary,
junior high and high schools across the country. The most
important thing for parents to do is to not take bullying lightly.
Teach your children these tactics to address bullies productively:
• Don’t fight back
• Maintain composure
• Say “Stop” confidently
• Walk away
• Use humor or neutral responses
• Ask teacher or school officials for help
If your child is accused of bullying, make sure he or she knows
that bullying behavior is unacceptable.
Nutrition
Eating nutritiously is integral to overall health for people of
all ages, including children. However, children do need different
amounts of nutrients based on age. Check the Dietary Guidelines for Americans to help measure the specific nutrient levels
needed for your children.
Nutrient-heavy foods that should be incorporated into your
children’s diets include:
• Dairy,
• Fruits,
• Grains,
• Protein
• Vegetables
In the whirlwind that is school preparation, be sure to
emphasize health. Don’t bypass health checkups, vaccinations,
anti-bullying education and nutrition. Use these elements and
others to create a plan that will support
the improvement and sustainability of
your child’s well-being. RVW
Kimberly Beecher, M.D., is a Mayo Clinic
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A North Shore Garden
Gal • Gard
en
Clematis
Clematis virginiana is the Minnesota
native version of the beloved garden vine.
While not as showy as its famous relative,
the native clematis is vigorous and tough,
growing up to twenty feet in a single
season. It isn’t picky about soil or nutrient
conditions, and it does quite well in part
shade. On the North Shore, I recognized
clematis creeping along the brighter, airier
parts of the forest floor. It climbed indiscriminately over rocks and trees and shrubs, flaunting
its delicate clusters of white flowers in the August
light. I love the idea of having a few of these lovely vines
floating through the understory of trees and shrubs of this
garden.
arden Gal
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Bunchberry
The bunchberry (Cornus canadensis) is related to the common
dogwood shrubs and trees that everyone plants. This charming
groundcover has a whorled leaf that backdrops for showy white flowers in late spring. By late summer, red berries appear, brightening the
forest floor, where the short bunchberry plants are nestled amidst
rocks and rotting tree stumps. They prefer dappled shade and acidic
soil that is moist yet well-drained. I
would plant a group of these
in the front border of my
North Shore bed.
Blueberry
My brother
and I did a lot of
hiking at Tettagouche State
Park on the
North Shore.
Without fail,
every time
we reached
the summit
of an overlook,
we would start to
find blueberry plants
(Vaccinium angustifolium)
tucked among the rocks. The
berries were tiny and perfectly round,
deeply blue and sweetly tart. The foliage was soft green, but I knew
it wouldn’t be long before it burst into spectacular fall color.
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Native blueberries range in size from six inches to two feet, and
they thrive in poor acidic soil conditions. Home gardeners might
need to acidify their soil before growing blueberries, but the payoff is
well worth the investment. I’d like to use blueberry plants
as accents for the large boulders that also belong in a
North Shore garden.
n Gal • Garde
n
This summer, I took my first trip to the North Shore. Aside from
being practically swept away by the awe-inspiring beauty of Lake
Superior, I was completely enamored with the plant material. (Look
up, see the lake framed by cliffs and blue sky! Look
down, see the forest floor covered in tiny ferns and
groundcover shrubs! Amazing.)
As I scampered through the woods, I
realized that I was recognizing most of the
plants – and more importantly, that many
of them have been cultivated for garden
and landscaping purposes. I decided
that as soon as I have my own yard, I will
create a North Shore copycat garden,
preferably in a shady corner under a small
grove of quaking aspens and balsam firs.
(Don’t ask me how this will work out on
the tiny city lot I’ll inevitably own; I haven’t
worked out all of the details yet!)
For those of you who already have a yard
and desire Lake Superior-esque views from your
back porch, allow me to recommend some plants for
creating your own North Shore garden.
Northern White Cedar
Speaking of trees, my favorite North Shore tree is the northern
white cedar (Thuja occidentalis). As soon as we began exploring at
Gooseberry Falls, I couldn’t believe how the cedars were practically
bursting out of the cliffs, clinging to the bluffs with their tangled,
twisted roots. These majestic conifers reach fifty to sixty feet in
height. Their shreddy bark reaches the ground in reddish vertical
strips, and their intricate scaly needles smell like Christmas. They can
grow in part shade and with poor soil conditions. A cluster of three
northern white cedars would provide a perfect background for my
North Shore garden.
Ninebark
The common ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius) surprised me – I
wasn’t expecting to encounter it in the woods. This member of the
rose family is a vase-shaped mid-sized shrub that tolerates full sun to
partial shade and usually performs best in moist conditions. Though
the native variety can reach ten feet in height, some cultivated
varieties are much shorter in stature. Its flowers are reddish, appearing in early summer and morphing into darker puffy seed pods as the
summer progresses.
I’d love to live on the North Shore some day,
but for now I’m going to stay closer to my family
and friends. In the meantime, I can’t wait to
plant some of these beauties down here in the
south! RVW
Laura Schwarz, a New Ulm native, is a horticulturist with Tangletown Gardens in Minneapolis.
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or are fund-raisers. Listings will be published as space allows and at the discretion of the editor.
Thursday-Friday, September 4-5
• Minnesota Shorts Play Festival,
Mankato West High School Theater,
1351 S. Stoltzman Road, Mankato, 7:30
pm. Top 7 Minnesota scripts and top
7 national scripts from 500 entries in
festival. Info: 507-420-1881, mnshorts.
com or mnshorts@yahoo.com.
Friday, September 5 (every Friday
thru October)
• Winedown for the Weekend, Morgan
Creek Vineyards, 20707 478th Ave,
New Ulm, 6:30-9:30 pm. Info: Live
classical and jazz piano performances,
European style hospitality, wine by
bottle or glass, wine appetizers. First
come/first seated, no reservations.
Info: 507-947-3547 or martimcv@aol.
com.
Saturday, September 6
• 5th Annual Grape Stomp, Indian Island Winery, 18018-631st Ave.,
Janesville, 1-8:30 pm. Music and more.
Info: 507-317-7914 or 507-234-5469 or
http://www.indianislandwinery.com/
index.html.
• Minnesota Harness Races, Nicollet
County Fairgrounds, 400 West Union
Street, St. Peter, 1 pm.
Free admission, parking & racing
programs; prize drawings. Info:
414-379-2494, susan@mnharness.com,
or mnharness.com.
• Hermannfest, Hermann Heights Park,
New Ulm. Volleyball, kick-ball & bean
bag tourneys; German food and music,
dancing. Thunder in the Valley cannon
shoot by New Ulm Battery in late
afternoon, fireworks over Hermann
at nightfall. Modern band “Time
Machine” in Harmann Park 8 -11 pm.
Info: hermannmonument.com.
• Pro Auto NYA Bull Riding, Sibley
County Fairgrounds, Arlington, 6
pm. Benefiting Jared Allen’s Homes
4 Wounded Warriors. Mutton bustin’
for kids; live music follows. Info: Pro
Auto NYA Bull Riding, Arlington, MN on
Facebook.
• New Ulm Cruise-In, Burger King, 1922
S. Broadway, New Ulm, 6-8 pm. Cars,
trucks, motorcycles. 5-mile street
cruise at 8 pm. Info: business.newulm.
com/events/.
• Redwood Falls Farmers Market, Bridge
& Washington Streets, downtown,
Redwood Falls, 9 am-noon.
• St. Peter Farmers Market, Grace St. &
Minnesota Ave, St. Peter, 9 am-noon.
Saturday, September 6 (every
Saturday thru October 11)
• New Ulm Farmers’ Market, parking
lot of new Runnings, 2107 N. Garden
St., New Ulm. 9 am-12 pm. Fresh fruit,
veggies, baked goods, more. Info: knuj.
net/events/knuj-farmers-market-innew-ulm/.
Saturday-Sunday, September 6-7
•24th Annual Rock Bend Folk Festival,
Minnesota Square Park, St. Peter.
Celebrates southern Minnesota’s
folk arts & artists. Original arts &
crafts, music (blues, bluegrass, jazz),
food. Music on two stages starting
at noon. Free, donations welcome.
Info: 507-934-3400, 800-473-3404, or
rockbend.org.
Sunday, September 7
• 41st Annual Lions Club Fly-In
Breakfast, New Ulm Municipal Airport,
7 am-12:30 pm. All-you-can eat
pancakes. Proceeds to areas of need in
New Ulm, along with Lions initiatives
for sight, hearing, and diabetes.
Advance tickets from Lions, New Ulm
Chamber, Hy-Vee and Cash Wise. Info:
e-clubhouse.org/sites/newulmmn/,
gcsetter@newulmtel.net, 507-3546080, or 507-354-8940.
• Grandparents’ Day, Harkin Store,
66250 Co. Rd. 21, New Ulm, 1-4 pm.
Info: 507-354-8666.
• Southern Minnesota Wedding Expo,
Verizon Wireless Center, Mankato, 12-4
pm. Info: 507-345-4646 or sfette@
mankato.threeeagles.com.
• Eagles 5000 5K Run/Walk & KidsK,
8:30 am, New Ulm Public High School.
Back to School Run with the Eagles.
Info & registration: FriendsofISD88.org
or Active.com.
Tuesday, September 9
• Alice Lind Play Reading Society, Lind
House, 622 Center St., New Ulm, 7 pm.
Info & cost: 507-359-9990 or newulmact.com/play-readings/.
• Autumn Civic Center Garage Sale,
New Ulm Civic Center, 1212 N. Franklin
St., New Ulm, 8 am-2 pm.
Tuesday, September 9 (Tuesdays
through October)
• St. James Farmers Market, City Parking Lot, St. James, 9 am-12:30 pm.
Saturday, September 6 (every
Saturday thru September)
• Le Sueur Farmers Market, corner of 2nd
Str. & Bridge St., Le Sueur, 8 am.
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Tuesdays, September 9 & 16
• Classic Car Roll-In, 508 Main St.,
Henderson. Classic cars on display, 50’s
& 60’s music, door prizes, vendors,
food & drink. Local businesses open.
Info: 507-248-3234.
• Henderson Farmers Markets, Henderson, during Classic Car-Roll-Ins.
• Fairfax Farmers Markets, 1 St. SE off
Hwy 19, Fairfax, afternoons.
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Tuesdays, September 9, 16, 23 & 30
• St. Peter Farmers Market, Grace St. &
Minnesota Ave, St. Peter, 3-6 pm.
• Redwood Falls Farmers Market, Bridge
& Washington Streets, downtown,
Redwood Falls, 2-5:30 pm.
Wednesday, September 10 (Wednesdays thru October 23)
• Madelia Farmers Markets, Drew Ave.
SE, Madelia, 4:30-6:30 pm.
Wednesday, September 10 (Wednesdays through October)
• Gaylord Farmers Markets, 5th & Main
Ave., downtown Gaylord, 3-5:30 pm.
Wednesdays, September 10, 17 & 24
• Le Sueur Farmers Market, corner of 2nd
Str. & Bridge St., Le Sueur, 3 pm.
Thursday, September 11 (2nd Thursday of month except December &
July)
• Henderson “Sew & Share” Quilters,
Henderson Library, Lower level. 6:30
pm.
Beginning projects or bring your own
stitching, knitting, etc.—sew, share,
and learn. No cost. Info: 507-248-3880.
Thursday, September 11 (every
Thursday through October 2)
• South Main St. Market Fest, South
Main Street, Le Sueur, 4:30-7:30 pm.
Free community celebration with
vendors, food, music & family activities
hosted by local businesses. Classic cars
& motorcycles welcome. Spots open
for home grown, home made, home
crafted vendors. Info: MarketFestLS.
com, Historic South Main St on
Facebook, or historicsouthmainst.com/
market-fest/.
Thursday thru October 15)
• New Ulm Farmers’ Market, parking
lot of new Runnings, 2107 N. Garden
St., New Ulm. 2:30-5:30 pm. Fresh fruit,
veggies, baked goods, more. Info: knuj.
net/events/knuj-farmers-market-innew-ulm/.
• St. James Farmers Market, City Parking Lot, St. James, 12:30-5:30 pm.
Thursday thru October)
• Mankato Farmers’ Market, Best Buy
parking lot, 1895 Adams St., Mankato.
3:30-6 pm. Homegrown, homemade,
handmade. Info: nfmd.org/mn/
mankato/1000836.html.
Thursday-Saturday, September
11-13
• Fall Decorating Workshops,
Marktplatz Mall, New Ulm, 6 pm Thurs.,
1 pm Fri., 10:30 am Sat. Free. Get ideas
for bringing fall colors into your home.
Info: 507-233-4350 or info@lambrechtsgifts.net.
Friday, September 12
• Classic Car/Bike Night Grand Finale,
Dave’s Place, downtown Lafayette, 5:00
pm. Hundreds of bikes and cars. Food
and drink available. Info: facebook.
com/davesplacelafayette or 507-2288910.
• Region Nine Legislative Update,
Intergovernmental Center, 10
Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, 9-11
am. Renewable energy and energy
conservation opportunities update
from Reps. Kathy Brynaert & Clark
Johnson. Info & registration: ashley@
rndc.org|507.389.8885
Friday-Saturday, September 12-13
• Hutchinson Arts & Crafts Festival &
Taste of Hutchinson, Library Square
and First Ave SE, downtown Hutchinson. Wide selection of artists, crafters,
and food vendors. Info: 320-587-5252
or 800-572-6689.
• Younger Brothers Capture, Madelia/
LaSalle area. Realistic reenactment
of capture of the Younger Brothers
(who rode with Jesse James) at the
actual site. Daylong, includes Old West
shows, contests, flea market, food.
Info: cowboy.dan@hotmail.com or
ryurcekcpa@cccinternet.net.
• Down in the Valley Brewfest,
Riverfront Park, Mankato, 3-11 pm.
Sample craft beers from 20+ craft
breweries; food trucks. Info: 507-389300, Info: vetterstoneamphitheater.
com/events/2014/september/13/downin-the-valley-brewfest or ejones@
verizonwirelesscentermn.com.
• New Ulm Community Day of Play,
New Ulm Civic Center, Fairgrounds,
New Ulm, 10 am-2 pm. Active play in
a festive atmosphere, variety of play
experiences. Info: mlcinfo@mlc-wels.
edu.
• Moonlight Golf, Fort Ridgely State
Park, 72404 Co. Road 30, Fairfax,
8-10:30 pm. Golf by moonlight on
course lit by glow-in-dark lights,
with glow-in-dark balls. For all ages
& abilities. Meet in Upper Picnic Area
parking lot, registration 7:30 pm.
Info: 507-426-7840 or fortridgely.
statepark@state.mn.us.
marchofdimes.com/minnesota/events/
events_11899.html.
Sunday, September 14
• Norseland Preservation Foundation Harvest Festival, Norseland.
Celebrating New Sweden Township’s
sesquicentennial and District 6 School
reunion. Info: 507-246-5025.
• Boomers & Beyond Senior Expo,
St. Peter Community Center, 600
S. Washington Ave., St. Peter, 2-5
pm. Keynote speaker naturalist Al
Batt, exhibitors, health screenings,
massage, refreshments, flu shots and
door prizes.
• Harvest Festival, St. George Catholic
Church, St. George. Mass at 8:45 am;
bratwurst & roast beef dinner, 10:30
am-2 pm; entertainment, games, raffle,
more. Info: 507-217-9992.
Monday, September 15
• MN was FIRST! Program, Hanska
Public Library, Hanska, 3:30 p.m. MN
First is about events in history that
Minnesota participated in FIRST. Info:
jkreutter@tds.lib.mn.us.
Tuesday, September 16 & Wednesday, September 17
• Stargazing and Astronomy with
WCCO’s Mike Lynch, Winthrop Public
Library, Winthrop at 7:30 pm Tuesday;
Gibbon Public Library, Gibbon at 7:30
pm Wednesday. Use large reflecting
telescopes to get to know the constellations. Free, open to public. Info:
jkreutter@tds.lib.mn.us or tdslib.org/
Wednesday, September 17
• Social Media Rockstar Event, Willmar
Conference Center, Willmar, daylong.
Digital & social media marketing event
in rural Minnesota; national & regional
social media and digital speakers. Info
& registration: http://socialmediarockstarevent.com/.
• Fur Trading with Arn Kind, Butterfield
Public Library, 3:30 pm. Presentation
on how fur trade started & worked, the
transportation system, how Voyageurs
dressed, how to paddle a 40-ft. canoe
& portage heavy packs. Free & open to
public. Info: jkreutter@tds.lib.mn.us or
tdslib.org/.
• Fall into Fashion Runway Show, New
Ulm Event Center, 6:15 pm. Featuring
fashions from Lambrechts, Gallery 512
and Semblance. Info & registration:
507-233-4300 or chamber@newulm.
com.
Friday-Sunday, September 19-21
• Valhalla Music & Camping Festival,
Minnesota River Valley Sanctuary &
Retreat, 62657 430th St., Franklin, 1 pm
Fri. thru 4 pm Sun. Array of local artists
from 5-state area; multiple genres—
Hip-Hop to Reggae, Rock to Jam, Funk
to Bluegrass. Info: 612-226-9391 or
facebook.com/ValhallaMusicFest.
• Mahkato Annual Traditional PowWow Honoring the 38 Dakota, Land of
Memories Park, 100 Amos Owen Lane,
Mankato. Beautiful regalia of the dancers, traditional music, delicious foods
and beautiful crafts. Native Americans
gather, native and non-native
welcome. Info: mahkatowacipi.org.
• 4th Annual Disabled Veterans Pheasant Hunt, River Ridge Gun Club, Hwy.
14 between New Ulm & Courtland.
Sponsored by DAV Chapter 15, open to
any veteran, man or woman. Hunting,
trap shooting, box lunch provided.
Info: 507-228-8655 or retiredtraveler@
hotmail.com.
• Winthrop Fall Citywide Garage Sale.
Info: winthropminnesota.com.
• Family Funfetti 1K & 5K COLOR
Run/Walk, Lafayette Charter School,
Lafayette, 9 am. Registration due Sept.
5. Info & registration: lafayettecharter.
k12.mn.us, liebl@lafayettecharter.k12.
mn.us or 507-228-8943.
• Cemetery Tour, Fort Ridgely State
Park, 72404 Co. Road 30, Fairfax, 7 pm.
Naturalist-led hike through historic cemetery; see diverse variety of
headstones & grave markers. Meet at
Upper Picnic Area. Info: 507-426-7840
or scott.kudelka@state.mn.us.
• Henderson Heritage Days 2014—
Past-Present-Future, Henderson. Tours,
heritage mall, street actors, community worship (Sun.), Sibley County
Museum & J.R. Brown Center open on
Saturday. Info: henderson-mn.com/
heritage-days.html.
• 38th Annual Car Show/Swap Meet,
400 W Union St., Nicollet County
Fairgrounds, St. Peter, 7 am-3 pm. Info:
507-345-6541 or clubs.hemmings.com/
autorestorers.
• Day in the Life of a Pioneer Woman,
Harkin Store, 66250 Co. Rd. 21, New
Ulm, 1-4 pm. Info: 507-354-8666.
• River Valley 100, Mankato Family
YMCA, 1401 S. Riverfront Dr., Mankato.
Century ride through scenic areas. Two
routes—a paved route (100 miles) or
a gravel route (100 kilometers). Free,
registration necessary to save spot.
Helmets required. Info: 507-625-2003.
Monday, September 22
• Autumn Equinox Hike, Ney Nature
Center, 28003 Nature Center Lane,
Kato Moving & Storage
Henderson, 6:30 pm. Evening hike
guided by center staff. Sign up by
Friday, Sept. 19. Info & costs: 507-2483474 or http://neycenter.org.
Thursday, September 25
• Salsabrosa presents Latin Dance
Styles, Hanska Public Library, Hanska,
4 pm. Program combining education,
storytelling, and performance discussing the impact of Latin music and
dance styles in upper Midwest. Free &
open to public. Info: jkreutter@tds.lib.
mn.us or tdslib.org/.
• Youth Ney Naturalist Kick-off, Night
Hike and Campfire, Ney Nature Center,
28003 Nature Center Lane, Henderson,
7:00 pm. Meet at campfire to share
topics for projects & field trips to
schedule for the year. RSVP by Friday,
Sept. 26. Info: 507-248-3474 or http://
neycenter.org.
• 10th Annual Great Arfwalk Festival,
Land of Memories Park, 100 Amos
Owen Lane, Mankato, 10:30 am-2:30
pm. Parade of Great Dogs at 10:30.
Live music, games for dogs and kids,
dog demonstrations, local food, craft
and art vendors. Free & open to the
public; donations welcome. Proceeds
to BENCHS local humane society. Info:
507-625-6373.
• Prairie Seed Collection, Minneopa
State Park, 5 mi. west of Mankato on
Hwys. 68 & 169, Mankato, 12:30-2
pm. Help the Harry Meyering Center,
park staff and volunteers collect and
clean native prairie seed to be used
to restore other areas of park. Wear
appropriate clothing for work in thick
stands of grasses and wildflowers. Sign
up at kshabrack@harrymeyeringcenter.org. Info: 507-384-8890 or Scott.
Kudelka@state.mn.us.
• Redwood Falls Fall Festival,
downtown Redwood Falls, 9 am-5 pm.
Craft vendors, local and out-of-state
artisans. Food vendors, kids activities,
free entertainment stage. Info:
507-637-2828.
• Harvest Festival, Minneopa State
Park, 5 mi. west of Mankato on
Hwys. 68 & 169, Mankato, 5-8 pm.
Evening of old-fashioned outdoor fall
s
Thursday, September 18
• Mankato March of Dimes Signature
Chefs Auction, Courtyard Marriott, 901
Raintree Road, Mankato, 6 pm. Dine
on tasty samplings from 10 Mankato
area chefs, bid on one-of-a-kind live
auction items; four local breweries
& wineries, one dessert chef. Info:
• Everything But The Kitchen Sink
II CAST Variety Show, New Ulm
Community Center, 600 N. German St.,
New Ulm, 7 pm. Showcases intergenerational talent from the area. Free &
open to public. Info: newulmseniors.
org, castnu@newulmtel.net, or
507-354-3212.
• Documentary presentation of ‘Dakota 38’, Fort Ridgely State Park, 72404
Co. Road 30, Fairfax, 1 pm. Story of 330
mile ride that group of riders makes
from Lower Brule, South Dakota to
Mankato to arrive at the hanging site
on anniversary of the largest execution
in our nation’s history. Tells of their
journey—blizzards, the Native and
Non-Native communities that house
and feed them, and the dark history
they are healing from. Info: 507-5082848 or museum@nchsmn.org.
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fun—bonfire, hayrides, kids’ activities,
hot chocolate & marshmallows, grill
own meat, hike candle-lit trail. Info:
507-384-8890 or Scott.Kudelka@state.
mn.us.
• Women’s Expo, Sleepy Eye Medical
Center, Sleepy Eye, 9 am-1 pm. Free
screenings, vendors, silent auction,
snacks. Info: 507-794-8475.
• Fall Festival—Church of St. Peter,
1801 W. Broadway Ave., St. Peter. Bake
sale, candy, fresh produce, silent auction, wine bar, food, breakfast (Sun.),
sweepstakes.
• Hilltop Happenings, Hilltop Hall,
206 First St. N., Montgomery, 4 pm.
Monthly musical variety show. No
admission—donation accepted to
defray costs; pizza sold at intermission.
Info: bighonza.com/hilltop-hall/.
• Sheep-Wool-Quilts program, Harkin
Store, 66250 Co. Rd. 21, New Ulm, 1-4
pm. Info: 507-354-8666.
• Great Grassroots Gathering, 4th
Avenue NW, Sleepy Eye. Music, flea
market, handcrafted goods, food and
raffles. Info: 507-794-5053
Wednesday, October 1
• Stargazing and Astronomy, North
Mankato Taylor Library, 7 pm. Use
large reflecting telescopes to get to
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know the constellations. Free, open to
public. Info: 507.625.6169, jkreutter@
tds.lib.mn.us or tdslib.org/
Thursday, October 2
• Girls Night Out, St. Peter, 5-8 pm.
40+ businesses host evening planned
by women for women; special gifts,
promotions & grab bags; drawings for
prizes, gift certificates. Info: stpeterchamber.com/girls-night-out.
Thursdays-Sundays, October 2-5
& 9-12
• Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Ted
Paul Theatre of the Earley Center for
Performing Arts, Minnesota State
Mankato, Mankato, 7:30 pm Thurs.,
Fri. & Sat and 2 pm Sat. & Sun. Info &
tickets: mnsu.edu/theatre/, theatretix@
mnsu.edu, or 507-389-6661.
Friday-Saturday, October 3 & 4
• Oktoberfest in New Ulm, Weekend
One. Downtown New Ulm, 11 am-5 pm
Sat. Food, music, Schell’s Beer Wagon.
German-American Day Parade 11
am, Glockenspiel to Chamber Visitor
Center. Holiday Inn features musical
entertainment, including New Ulm’s
Concord Singers and a variety of
bands, German goods for sale, and
food and drink. Info: newulm.com or
507-233-4300.
Saturday, October 4
• October Fest Craft Show, New Ulm
Civic Center, Fairgrounds, New Ulm,
9 am-3 pm. Info: kissnerpromotions.
com.
for sale. No admission fee. Info:
507-354-4511.
• Junk & Disorderly Flea Market, at
Pond Road Antiques, one block north
of Perkins on Hwy. 169, Mankato, 9
am-4 pm. Rain or high winds
cancel event. Info: 507-386-7663 or
pondroad@hickorytech.net.
• Mankato River Ramble, Land of
Memories Park, 100 Amos Owen Lane,
Mankato. The best of both bicycling
worlds—off-road paved trails and
quiet country roads. Scenic 12, 26 or
42-mile route. Info: 612-730-3730 or
507-385-6660.
• Minnesota Brain Injury Force ‘Break
Your Fast’ breakfast fundraiser,
George’s Fine Steak and Spirits, New
Ulm, 8-11 am. Information, sharing of
stories, crafts & art display, drawings.
Info: mnbif.com or 507-228-8161.
• Oktoberfest, Bier on Belgrade,
200 block of Belgrade Ave., North
Mankato, 2-8 pm. Beer sampling,
ceremonial first beer with city officials,
music, brat eating contest, bean bag
toss. Info: 507-385-6660.
• Cambria Crush: The Annual Great
Grape Stomp, Morgan Creek Vineyards, 23707 478th Avenue, New Ulm,
noon to 6 pm. A variety of activities
surround three competitive grape
stomping challenges. Stompers must
pre-register. Info & costs: morgancreekvineyards.com or 507-947-3547.
Sunday, October 5
• Pumpkin Fest, 17881 County Road 27,
New Ulm, MN (2.5 mi. west of New), 11
am-4 pm. Children’s games, country
store, Scarecrow Avenue, Halloween
Hair, food, corn maze, and pumpkins
• Grandparent’s Day, Harkin Store,
66250 Co. Rd. 21, New Ulm, 1-4 pm.
Info: 507-354-8666.
• MLC Wind Symphony Concert, Martin
Luther College Auditorium, New Ulm,
3 pm. Info: mlcinfo@mlc-wels.edu.
Monday, October 6
• History of Bluegrass Music, St.
Peter Public Library, St. Peter, 6 pm.
Instructive and entertaining program
presented by bluegrass musician
Dick Kimmel. Live music, instrument
demonstrations, and historic recordings by some of the genre’s pioneers.
Info: 507.625.6169, jkreutter@tds.lib.
• Landgazing and Astronomy, Blue
Earth County Library, Mankato, 4 pm.
Get to know the constellations. Free,
open to public. Info: jkreutter@tds.lib.
Tuesday, October 7
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Library, Madelia, 7:30 pm. Use large
reflecting telescopes to get to know
the constellations. Free, open to public.
Info: jkreutter@tds.lib.mn.us or tdslib.
org/.
Wednesday-Sunday, October 8-11
• History Fest, McGowan’s Farm, 2001
Hawkeye Lane, Mankato. Historical,
hands-on education and recreation.
Storytelling, singing, dancing, playing
and learning offer a taste of the past
to kids and adults. Info: http://www.
historyfest.com or 507-625-2257.
Thursday, October 9
• Landgazing and Astronomy with
WCCO’s Mike Lynch, Hanska Public
Library, Hanska, 4 pm. Get to know the
constellations. Free, open to public.
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WCCO’s Mike Lynch, Springfield Public
Library, Springfield, 7:30 pm. Use large
reflecting telescopes to get to know
the constellations. Free, open to public.
org/.
Thursday-Friday, October 9-10
• Global Connections Conference,
South Central College campus, 1920
Lee Boulevard, North Mankato. Broad
theme to attract people from all
disciplines, areas, and interests (arts,
sciences, sociology, business, etc).
Concurrent sessions, keynote speakers,
dance performances, ethnic lunches,
art vendors and other global activities.
Info: globalconnections@southcentral.
edu, 507-389-7407 or
southcentral.edu/global-connections/
global-connections-conference.html.
Friday-Saturday, October 10 & 11
• Oktoberfest in New Ulm, Weekend
Two. Taste of New Ulm, downtown, 3-7
pm Sat. Sample unique foods of New
Ulm, live music at downtown bars.
Holiday Inn features musical entertainment, including New Ulm’s Concord
Singers and a variety of bands, German
goods, food and drink. Schell’s Brewery
will have music, food and drink Sat.
Info: newulm.com, 507-233-4300 or
New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce
on Facebook.
Saturday, October 11
• 3rd Annual Maker Fair Fall Festival,
Blue Earth County Fairgrounds, Garden
City, 9 am-3 pm. Free. All-handcrafted
arts and foods from 80+ area artisans;
shopping, food, free kids make-andtake crafts, horse drawn trolley rides,
live music, harvest pie & kids’ pumpkin
contests, free photo booth, more. Info:
makerfair.org, contact@makerfair.org
or 507-549-3887.
• Fall Fest at Linnaeus Arboretum, Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, 11
am-5 pm. Live music, food concession,
robotics demonstration, border collies
agility & herding demo, alpacas, nature
discovery activities, juggling, hayrides,
scarecrow displays, local artisans’ work,
more. Free. Info: arboretum@gustavus.
edu.
• Haunted Corn Maze, 17881 County
Road 27, New Ulm, MN (2.5 mi. west
of New), 6:30-9 pm. Maze guaranteed
to bring a chill to your nerves. Bring
a flashlight and plenty of “guts.” Info:
507-354-4511.
• Schell’s Oktoberfest, Schell’s Brewery,
1860 Schell Road, New Ulm, 11
am-4:30 pm. Food, beverages, German
dancing, brewery tours. Dirndls &
lederhosen welcome. Info: 507-3545528 or schellsbrewery.com.
• Fall Splendor Lutefisk and Swedish
Meatballs Dinner, Grace Lutheran
Church, 320 E. Main St., Mankato,
seatings at 12, 3 & 6 pm. Tickets
available online or by mail; limited #
of tickets at the door. Info: graceinfo@
hickorytech.net.
Sunday, October 12
• Horses-Horseshoes-LeatherTransportation program, Harkin Store,
66250 Co. Rd. 21, New Ulm, 1-4 pm.
Info: 507-354-8666.
• The Roots of Bluegrass, Redwood
Valley High School Estebo Performing
Arts Center, 100 George Ramsweth
Dr., Redwood Falls. Explores country’s
musical heritage with vocal harmonies,
banjo, guitar, mandolin, fiddle, and
bass with rousing hymns, Appalachian
songs, Southern Harmony singing,
Shaker spirituals. Info: 651-2254340, peter@roseensemble.org or
roseensemble.org.
Tuesday, October 14
• Alice Lind Play Reading Society, Lind
House, 622 Center St., New Ulm, 7 pm.
Info & cost: 507-359-9990 or newulmact.com/play-readings/.
• The Roots of Bluegrass, Our Lady of
Good Counsel Chapel, 7 pm. Explores
country’s musical heritage with vocal
harmonies, banjo, guitar, mandolin,
fiddle, and bass with rousing hymns,
Appalachian songs, Southern Harmony
singing, Shaker spirituals. Info: 651225-4340, peter@roseensemble.org or
roseensemble.org.
Thursdays-Sundays, October 16-19
& 23-26
• To Kill A Mockingbird, Andreas
Theatre of the Earley Center for
Performing Arts, Minnesota State
Mankato. 7:30 pm Thurs.-Sat, 2 pm Sun.
(and Sat. 25th). Info & tickets: 507-3896661, theatretix@mnsu.edu or mnsu.
edu/theatre/.
Friday, October 17
• Mike Lynch’s Stargazing and
Astronomy, St. Peter Public Library, 7
pm. Use large reflecting telescopes to
get to know the constellations. Free &
open to public.
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Women’s
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Saturday September 27 9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
Sleepy Eye Medical Center
Free Admission • Complimentary Snacks • Silent Auction
Children welcome • Door Prizes • Free Screenings Provided by SEMC
Meet Dr. Dhaliwal, Dr. Karlyn Armbruster, Dr. John Pelzel and Sue Ahlness, NP
Vendor space still available. Contact Leo Derkowski, 507-794-8475
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100 Years of Fashion by Cally Blackman
This book documents in pictures the most exciting and diverse period in
fashion: from 1900 to today, covering high society, uniforms, sportswear,
streetwear, and couture. It will appeal to everyone with an interest in
fashion as well as students. Over 400 photographs and illustrations, many
published for the first time, tell the stylish story of a fashion revolution.
100 Ideas that Changed Fashion by Harriet Worsley
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women dress, it gives a unique perspective on the history of twentiethcentury fashion. Rather than just documenting the changes in fashion, it
also explains why these changes happened. From the invention of the bias
cut and the stiletto heel to designers such as Coco Chanel who changed
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are and more: Where did the miniskirt come from? Why has the military
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and celebrities, and more than 300 illustrations, Fashion 101 offers the
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Chanel: The Vocabulary of Style by Jérôme Gautier
Gabrielle Bonheur “Coco” Chanel (1883-1971) was undoubtedly the most
influential fashion designer of the 20th century. Her clothes and accessories have remained perennially chic, and her legendary fashion house
continues to exert a powerful sway over today’s designers. Jérôme Gautier
tells the story of Chanel’s iconic style through hundreds of images, many
taken by the leading lights of fashion photography, including Richard
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This innovative volume pairs classic and contemporary photographs,
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When you visit the fun, unique shops in the Minnesota river valley
communities, you’ll discover special, one-of-a kind treasures such as
those featured here. From collectibles and custom jewelry, to ethnic
foods and hand-crafted items you are sure to strike gold!
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as part of a centerpiece.
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ingredients from all over the world.
Their goal is to bring the purest, finest,
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Semblance
16 N Minnesota St. Suite B
New Ulm, MN 56073
www.shopsemblance.com
Local Legend
Everyone knows and loves the iconic
Lamplighter symbol. Wear our hoodie
and be the envy of your friends! Dress it
up or go casual in a variety of colors.
Lamplighter Family Sports Bar & Grill
214 N Minnesota St., New Ulm
507.354.2185
lamplighterbarandgrill.com
You Clean Up Real Well!
Make quick work of cleaning
your wood floors with this Bona
premium spray mop. Durable,
efficient, effective and easy to
use, you’ll wish all your floors
were wood!
Design Home Center
Highway 14 West, New Ulm, MN
designhomecenter.com
507.233.8440
Personalized Stationery
Even your notes will be a fashion
statement! Three, 50-sheet note pads are
dressed up with a diva design and your
personalization in your choice of colors.
The set comes in a cellophane bag with
a ribbon to make a great gift.
The Stationery Store by Carlson Craft
1750 Tower Blvd., Mankato
507-625-0547
www.stationerygift.carlsoncraft.com
Want Healthy Hair?
Our all natural formulas have something
for all hair types, dry color treated, fine,
Limp hair, dry scalp, and dull hair. Does not
contain harsh synthetic chemicals, preservatives, sulfates, artificial fragrances. Is 100%
vegan and gluten free. Made from organic
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Broadway Chiropractic Wellness Center
1510 N. Broadway, New Ulm
broadwaychiropractor.com
507.359.4374
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Light up the night
Add warmth to your outdoor space
with the beautiful Rivers Edge Fire
Pit Table. Made specifically for
the great outdoors, this warm and
glowing fire will become the place
to gather with family and friends for
years to come.
Glowing Hearth & Home
241 St. Andrews Drive, Mankato, MN
507.345.8084
THE WORKS™ $39.95 OR LESS
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Mankato Ford Quick Lane
1925 Madison Ave., Mankato
507.345.3278
School is about cool.
We’re about affordable cool.
Back to school. Here, affordable cool
comes in 2 ways: low prices on all
your favorite brands AND $$$ on
the spot for your gently used kids’
clothing, toys and equipment.
No appointment needed ! Walk in
with goods, walk out with cash.
Your locally owned headquarters for
New and Quality Used Sporting Goods.
Create your own discount by trading in your gently used sporting goods.
We’ve moved !
Our new Bigger & Better store
is now located at
464 Raintree Road
Mankato, MN 56001
(next to the Sprint store)
New Saturday Hours: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Open Mon. - Sat. 10-8 and
Sunday Noon - 5.
507-344-8799
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Stop by and see us at our new location at
www.onceuponachildmankato.com
236943
1668 Madison Avenue in Mankato
507•625•2000
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