Sept 2012 Shore ReportT hirteen percent of registered Shorewood
voters voted in the August 14 Primary Election.
Results of the primary election by precinct are
available on the city web site, www.ci.shorewood.
mn. us.
Absentee voting for the General election
is September 21- November 5. If you are not
Shorewood Candidates for Municipal Office
he City of Shorewood has three positions on
the ballot for 2012. Voters will select one mayor
(2 -year term) and two councilmembers (4 -year
terms). Candidates who filed for the positions by
the August 14 deadline include:
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Absentee Voting
registered to vote but plan to vote in the general
election you may pre- register by October 16.
For information on absentee voting or voter
registration, see the city web site under Elections,
or call the city, 952.960.7900.
Mayor: Scott Zerby
Councilmember: Kristine Sundberg, Mark Sylvester,
Dick Woodruff (alphabetical order)
Municipal offices will be on the November E
General Election ballot.
Citizen's Police Academy "Registration Open
T he South Lake Minnetonka Police Department
will be hosting the second - annual "Citizen's
Police Academy" 7 -9:30 p.m. Thursdays, beginning
September 13 and running through November 15.
Avariety of topics will be covered including traffic
enforcement, criminal investigations, narcotics
enforcement, a tour of the Hennepin County 911
dispatch facility, a K -9 demonstration and a tour of
the SLMPD emergency operations center.
The goal of the Citizen's Academy is to promote
a better relationship between the police department
and the community it serves, and to foster a clearer
understanding of a police officer's duties.
To be eligible, applicants must be at least 18, live
or work within the SLMPD jurisdiction and pass a
background check.
If interested, contact Sgt. Mark Geyer at
952.474.3261 or visit southlakepd.com to download
the application.
rctic Fever is the winter festival hosted by
Shorewood, Tonka Bay and Excelsior. The
2013 celebration is January 19 -20 in Freeman
Park, Manitou Park and downtown Excelsior and
the Commons. Most events are free and the festival
is a great way to get the entire family outside to
enjoy a Minnesota winter. Events such as human
bowling on ice, dog sled rides, skijoring races, ice
skating, bonfires, and much more give you a reason
to celebrate winter.
Arctic Fever is in need of teen or adult volunteers
for various indoor or outdoor locations. If you
are looking for a fun volunteer opportunity within
your community, contact the City of Shorewood,
952.960.7902, to find out what options are
available. You can spend one hour or all day.
Volunteering in your community is a way to help
keep the community strong!
September 2012
www.ci.shorewood.mn.us
Recycling Weeks for
September 2012
All recycling must be curbside
no later than 7 a.m. on recycling
day. Mainland residents recycle
September 12 and 26; Island resi-
, WM dents recycle September 13 and 27.
Report misses: 952.941.5174
or the convenience of
residents, the City of
Shorewood teams with Hennepin
County Environmental Services
to offer a drop -off in Shorewood
once per year. The collection takes
place at Shorewood Public Works
facility, 24200 Smithtown Rd.
The 2012 collection is Thursday,
September 13 through Saturday,
September 15.
Other times of the year,
residents should take advantage
of drop -off sites for household
hazardous waste (HHW).
Having HHW in your residential
garbage is not only illegal and
an environmental hazard, it is
dangerous for homeowners and
refuse collectors.
Hennepin County provides
drop -off sites in Brooklyn Park
and Bloomington. Complete
information on hours, items
collected and locations are on the
city web site under Environment.
Residents of Shorewood are
also able to take items to Carver
County Environmental Services,
located south on State Highway
41. This location is much closer
for residents.
Other drop off locations for
certain wastes exist: household
batteries may be dropped off
at city hall; many electronics
may be dropped off at Best Buy;
used oil may be dropped off
at Youngsted's Goodyear. An
updated list of locations is on the
city web site. You may also call city
hall, 952.960.7900, for locations
of items that should not be placed
in the curbside refuse containers,
or email jmoore @ci.shorewood.
mn. us.
I n recent years, backyard fires
have become more common
in suburban
cities, where
the confines are
much tighter
than you'd find
in the "great
outdoors."
Recreational
fires are a
privilege, not a
right. With this
privilege comes
responsibilities that must be
upheld in order for you, your
friends, neighbors and children
to safely enjoy a recreational fire.
Many burn injuries, fatal
fires or property damage could
be prevented by adhering to
the following recreational fire
guidelines:
• Outdoor recreational fires
require a free permit from
Excelsior Fire District. Permits
may be obtained at city hall or
online at www.ci.shorewood.
mn.us under Online Forms. This
permit must be available upon
request from the police or
fire department when you
are having a recreational
fire.
-Fires must be on private
property and contained
within a fire ring, pit or
manufactured wood -
burning appliance or
similar device constructed
IF or such use.
-Recreational fires are
only allowed between the hours
of 6 am and midnight.
• Fires must be at least 25 feet
from any structure.
• Keep a fire extinguisher, hose
or bucket of water near your fire
at all times.
• You are only allowed to burn
wood (logs a minimum of 1 inch
in diameter) —no leaves, brush
or twigs may be burned and the
fire should not be used for the
purpose of burning yard waste.
• Oils, combustible and flammable
liquids, rubber, plastics,
chemically treated materials,
construction materials,
hazardous waste and rubbish/
trash shall not be burned. Do not
use flammable or combustible
liquids to kindle or rekindle a fire.
• Keep your fire no larger than
three feet in diameter by two
feet high.
• Do not start a recreational fire if
winds exceed 15 mph. A link to
the National Weather Service
for wind speed is available on
the city web site under Fire
Safety.
• Your fire must be attended at
all times.
• Make sure your fire is completely
extinguished before leaving it
unattended.
To report an illegal fire,
please dial 911. For more fire
safety information, go to www.
excelsiorfire. org.
Household Hazardous Waste is Not Garbage
Recreational Fires Require Free Permit
Movie IN BW961? P38K
Big Miracle (PG)
Friday, September 14
Movie begins at dusk (8 pm)
5745 Country Club Rd
"Drew Barrymore and John
Krasinski star in this incredible
rescue adventure - the amazing
true story that inspired the
world and captured the hearts
of millions. When a family of
whales is trapped by rapidly
forming ice in the Arctic Circle, a
small -town reporter (Krasinski)
and an animal- loving volunteer
( Barrymore) rally an unlikely
coalition of Alaskan natives,
oil tycoons and INSPIRE
the Russian
and American
military to set
aside their
differences and
free the whales
before it's too
late. Kristen
Bell, Dermot
Mulroney and
Ted Danson
costar in this charming feel -good
movie that the whole family can
enjoys"
Bring the entire family for
BY IHE INCREDIBL€ TRUE STORY
that tti� world
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, 'movie night" in the park! Bring
snacks, a blanket, lawn chairs,
and bug spray!
Apple Day and Other Community Fun
Apple Day
Saturday, Sept 8; 8 am-4 pm
Downtown Excelsior
Apple Day is a family - friendly
festival that features about 120
pre- approved crafters, antiquers,
collectors and miscellaneous in
tents and stalls on the streets of
Downtown Excelsior.
MHS Homecoming Parade
Friday, Sept. 28, 4 pm
Everyone loves a parade! Bring
the kids to the Minnentonka High
School homecoming parade on
Water St. in Excelsior. See the
homecoming royalty, the new
sports teams, and all of the great
high school organizations who
participate in our community. The
homecoming game follows at 7
p.m. at the high school.
Tonka Trot 5K and 10K
Saturday, Oct. 6
This great event featuring a 10K,
5K, and a 1.5 Family Fun Run.
10K participants will receive a
wicking shirt and 5K and 1.5
participants will receive a t- shirt.
Enjoy food and inflatables after
the race. All races start and end
at Groveland Elementary School
in Minnetonka. Register online
through 10 am Oct 5.
Excelsior Firefighters Fire
Prev Open House & Safety Fair
Thursday, Oct. 11; 6 -8:30 pm
Station 1, 24100 Smithtown Rd
A fun filled evening for kids
of all ages and adults. The
evening is packed with fire and
life safety activities, exhibits, and
demonstrations. Free hot dogs,
treats, and beverages. Bring the
whole family!
Watch the city web web site and
Facebook page for new events
and updates!
Scuthshcre Center
See more SSC programs or register at www.southshore- center org, or call 952.474.7635.
Cinderella Daddy- Daughter Ball
Friday, September 21, 6:30-8 pm; $24 per couple
This is an evening your princess will never forget! Enjoy music, snacks, a gift bag, and meet your favorite princess
characters! Register online. Space is limited.
Indoor Garage Sale and Antique Roadshow Appraisal Ilk
September 27, 3 -7 pm; September 28, 8 am -2 pm; Appraisals $5 3 -7 pm Thursday, September 27
Shop or sell at the annual SSC Garage Sale and our version of Antique Roadshow! To have booth space for only
$35, call the center, 952.474.7635. If you don't want to sell, start looking through the attic and garage for those hidden valuables. Park
Lane Estates will offer verbal appraisals of antiques and heirloom jewelry for only $5 on Thursday, September 27, 3 -7 pm!
Programs for Kids
Just for KIX Dance
Mondays or Tuesdays beginning Oct 1
As an established youth dance program,
Just For Kix is a leader in dance instruction.
We offer proven technical training, a focus
on teamwork and a respectful experience
to our students. With a strong balance of
fun and technique in our classes, we create
a teaching environment that is low stress
and less pressure. Register or get more
information at http: / /www.justforkix.com/
danceclasses /Minnetonka MN.
Get Fit
Cardio Kick Boxing
Tuesdays 6:30 pm beginning Sept 11,
$12 1drop -in; $10 /pre -reg
Sculpt your body while you have a great
time. Beginners and advanced welcome.
ZUMBA
Wednesdays beginning 9/12 at 6:30 pm
$8. Drop -ins, 12 -class punch card $80
Get fit in this Latin inspired dance fitness
class. All levels welcome.
YOGA Classes
Sept11 -Oct 23, 7:30 -8:30 pm
7 Week Session $70 /Drop -in $12 /class
Learn the great sport and excercise that
Yoga can be, with a twist of some Belly
Dancing mixed in for fun. Enjoy instructor
Mary McCarthy's vigorous based approach
to vinyasa yoga.
Lifeline Screening
Wednesday, Sept 12, 9 am -5 pm
Must schedule an appointment!
This program screens participants for
stroke helping you to prevent having
a stroke. Call 1.800.324.1851 for an
appointment and cost information.
Alexander Technique Lecture & Demo
Thursday, Sept 6, 6 -7 pm; FREE
Come join us as we explore this 100 year -
old technique that helps bring about mind/
body integration, releases unnecessary
tension and stress that may cause injuries,
and enhances the quality of life and
performance while responding to life's
many challenges with ease and poise.
Alexander Technique Intro Series
Mon, 6 -7:30 p.m., through Aug. 27,
single class drop -in $10
Fall series: Thursdays, Sept. 13 -Nov. 1
Includes individual instruction within a
group setting during 7 classes and one
15- minute private lesson taught by Lisa
Galbraith Heyl, certified teacher with over
24 years experience. For more information
call Lisa at 952.476.0341.
Art and Garden
Fused Glasses
Dish or Pendant, Oct. 14,12-3 pm; $38
Parent /child, Oct. 28,12-3 pm, $45 /pair
Ladies Night/Happy Hour, Oct. 29, $38
See more dates on the SSC website!
Continuing Watercolor Series with
Georgia Kandiko
Wednesdays 9:30 am - Noon
Session I dates: Sept 12, 19, 26, (No
class Oct 3) Oct 10;
Session II dates: Oct 17, 24, 31, Nov 7
Cost: $92 Session, opt. supply fee $20
Each week the instructor will present
a different lesson demonstrating
techniques and interesting
watercolor effects. Bring your own
watercolor supplies and paper or
order when registering,
Beginning Watercolor Series
with Georgia Kandiko
Wednesdays 1 pm - 3:30 pm
Session I dates: Sept 12, 19, 26, (No
class Oct 3) Oct 10;
Session II dates: Oct 17, 24, 31, Nov 7
Cost: $92 Session, opt. supply fee $20
Try watercolor stress free with minimal
investment in the materials. Paint, paper,
brushes, and palette are provided. Through
technique demonstrations including wet -
into -wet, glazing, graded wash, and dry
brush application, you will learn to create
delightful landscape, abstract, and floral
paintings.
Basket Weaving
Fri., Sept. 21, 9:30 am -12 pm OR
Mon., Oct. 15, 6 -8:30 pm
$20 + $5 supply fee
Make an IPOD, cell or eyeglass case, or
even a coin purse, using a cardboard loom.
Mosaic Topped, Velvet Lined Treasure
Box Workshop with Georgia Kandiko
9:30 am -3:30 pm
Session I date: Monday, October 15
Session II date: Thursday, October 25.
Minimum 4 students /Maximum 12;
Cost: $50 Workshop + $20 Supply fee
Make a keepsake box with a hand set
mosaic top in 1 day! The instructor will
guide you through the steps and offer
customizing artistic suggestions for your
unique creation. Supply fee includes box,
mosaic pieces, glue, grout, paint, beads,
velvet, and finishing solutions.
Adult Programs
TED Talks
What if our Healthcare System Kept
Us Healthy?
Thursday, September 13, 11 am
A video replay of a TED Talk by Rebecca
Onie asks, "Should our health care system
be more broadly intervening in patients'
lives to attack the root causes of their
illnesses ?' RSVP at 952.474.7635. Lunch
available at the center following the talk.
For more information on TED Talks, go to
www. TED. com.
Old Log Theatre
Wednesday, Oct. 3, 11:30 am;
$32
Enjoy a presentation of Perfect
Wedding, including lunch and
a back stage tour! Meet at the
center. Call to reserve your spot,
952.474.7635.
Fall Soup Class
Thursday, October 4, 7 pm OR
Tuesday, November 6, 7 pm, $39
Encore favorite! Make and take a variety
of fall flavors including Thai Noodle Bowl,
Roasted Vegetable with Kale and a new
twist on our favorite Seafood chowder.
Community Events
Oktoberfest
Saturday, October 6, 5 -8 pm, FREE
Join us at our 3rd annual Oktoberfest
celebration! This year we partner with
Excelsior Brewing Company and Cellars
Wine and Spirits. Wear your polka best,
bring the family, and enjoy free music, food,
and beer tasting.
Pampered Me Holiday Boutique &
Ladies Night Out
Thursday, Nov. 8, 4 -9 pm, FREE
Enjoy shopping, sipping, socializing and
sampling! No registration necessary.
School yeas GONG$ w i Th Ml?$* M
Each weekly theme will include games, songs and an art project. Don't miss out for even a week. By the end,
we'll be able to make a Nature Scrap Book, A -Z with Mrs. M! Classes are Monday through Friday. Regular classes
can join in for School Days Out if they like. All kids ages 3 -12 are welcome for all of the programs. All classes
take place at Southshore Center, 5735 Country Club Rd, Shorewood, 55331. Schedule dates and times, I
call Mrs. M at 952.457.7171. Complete descriptions are available online, www.MrsMsCampsandEvents.org.
Class Times: 9:30 -11 am, or 11 am -12 :30 pm (bring a lunch) or 12:30 -2 pm;
School out days 10 am -3 pm; $8 each section
September
3 -7 Apples, Aardvarks & Apple Art!
10 -14 Bears, Boats & Boat Art!
17 -22 Cookies, Cars & Car Art!
24 -28 Dipping Snacks, Dogs, & Dog Art!
November
5 -9 Jaguars, Jelly Beans & Jelly Bean Art!
12 -16 Koalas, Kites & Kite Art!
19 -23 Lions, Lemonade & Lemonade Stand Art
26 -30 Monkeys, Marbles & Marble Art
October December
1 -5 Elephants, Eggs & Egg Art! 3 -7 Names — Animal, Nuts & Nut Art
8 -12 Fish, Feathers & Feather Art! 10 -14 Ostrich, Orange & Ostrich Art!
15 -19 Grapes, Gorillas & Grape Art! 17 -21 Peacock, Popcorn & Popcorn Art!
22 -26 Hippos, Hopscotch & Hopscotch Art! 26 -28 Quail, Quill & Quill Art
29 -Nov.2 Iguanas, Ice Cream & Ice Cream Art! 31 -Jan. 4 Holiday Party Week!
PRogRaMs OR SeNioRs
There are many more programs and
classes offered for seniors. Contact the
Southshore Center, 952.474.7635, to be
added to the newsletter mailing list, or go
to www. southshore-center com.
Flu Shot Clinic
Friday, September 21, 9:30 -10:30 am
Flu and pneumonia shots will be offered by
the Minnesota Visiting Nurses Association.
For an appointment and cost information,
please call SSC at 952.474.7635.
AAA Driving Class: Refresher
September 10, 1-5 pm
November 14,11-5 pm
First time class: Two -part
October 8 and 9, 5:30 -9:30
pm
Call 1.888.234.1294 to
register for or get more
information on these 55 and
over classes.
"No cancel" guarantee!
These classes will
never be canceled due
to low enrollment.
Old Log Theater
Wednesday, October 3,11:30 am, $32
Meet at SSC and we will carpool to Old
Log for a presentation of Perfect
I Wedding, A riotous comedy about a
man who wakes up on the morning of
his wedding with a dreadful hangover,
a bump on his head and a stranger in
his bed - -just the beginning of a chain of
comic disasters, lame excuses and false
confessions, Fee includes ticket, lunch,
and a backstage tour! Call to reserve your
spot, 952.474.7635.
5 -8 pm, �aturbav October 6
Food •Music •Drink 4 Na5-J&_ 1 (-$"-
The entire family will enjoy this free fall event! German mu-
sic, food, and drink samples courtesy of Cellars Wine and
Spirits and Excelsior Brewery. Kids will enjoy an Inflata -fun
moon bouncer provided by Shorewood True Value.
Commission
7:00 PM Public Hearing to consider a Comprehensive Plan Amendment implementing the Smithtown Crossing
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The owner of two properties, located at 5725 and 5775 Ridge Road, is applying for a minor subdivision in order to
rearrange the lot line between the two parcels. No new lots will be created.
The Planning Commission has the third Tuesday of each month reserved for a study session. If there is not material
for an agenda the meeting will be canceled. Before attending the Planning Commission meeting, check the city
web site for updates, or contact the city at 952.960.7912 to confirm the meeting.
Interim City Administrator: Bill Joynes
Newsletter Editor: Julie Moore
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Hennepin County Household Hazardous
Waste Drop -Off
September 13 -15, 2012
gam -4pm
Shorewood Public Works,
24200 Smithtown Road (Cnty Rd 19
• Adhesives (flammable or petroleum based)
• Aerosols (pressurized or containing product)
• Auto wastes (fuel additives, starter fluid, waxes, etc. No motor oil)
• Batteries (all types); tape the positive terminal
• Cleaning solvents
• Drain cleaners
• Driveway sealers
• Electronics (computers, TVs, radios, VCRs, etc.) Limit 5 for each type item.
• Fire extinguishers There is no fee for the
• Fluorescent and HID lamps (limit 25)
• Fuels (gasoline, kerosene, diesel) drop -off of accepted
• Gas cylinders (40 lbs. or less)
• Mercury items (thermometers, thermostats, etc.) items
• Rechargeable appliances (cordless tools, weed whips, etc.)
• Paint (latex and oil based), paint thinners and solvents Limit 3 5- gallon pails
• Pesticides (insecticides, herbicides, etc.)
• Photographic and hobby chemicals
• Vehicle lead -acid batteries (from cars, boats, etc.)
• Wood preservatives
• Pool chemicals Household Waste only
Check theA -Z Guide for disposal other disposal opportunities,
www. hennepin. us/atozdisposalguide.
not accepted
• Appliances*
• Asbestos
• Empty paint cans
• Explosives
• Garbage (food waste, furniture, carpet,
lumber, etc.)
• Gas cylinders (propane greater than 40 lbs.;
gases requiring special management and all
gases greater than 59 lbs.)
• Medical or infectious wastes
• Motor oil, oil filters*
• Photocopiers
• Radioactive wastes (i.e. smoke detectors)
• Recyclables (scrap metal, paper, cardboard,
etc.)*
• Tires*
* Accepted at the county's permanent drop -off facili-
ties. Fees may apply on certain items.
Hennepin County residents only. ID required. No
business waste accepted. For location and hours
of Hennepin County permanent drop -off fa- r e - �.s�
cilities, go to www.hennepin.us/dropoffs, or
call 612.348.3777.. ^^ y
Hennepin County
Environmental Services
512- 348 -3777
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A Guide to
Hennepin County Drop Off Facilities
For complete information on what is accepted at the facilities, go to www.hennepin.us, and
type "HHW drop off" in the keyword box. You may also pick up a brochure from city hall.
How to use
our facilities
What to bring:
• Proof of residency, such as a
driver's license or utility bill
• Payment, if applicable —cash,
check or credit card
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What to do:
1. Pull up to booth to check in and
state items you've brought
2. Pay for items with fees
Please drive slowly, and watch for
pedestrians!
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Hennepin Cou nty Drop -off Facilities
Facility hours
• Tuesday, Thursday and Friday,
10 a.m.— 6 p.m.
• Wednesday, 10 a.m.— 8 p.m.
• Saturday, 8 a.m.— 5 p.m.
Brooklyn Park
Brooklyn Park Transfer
Station and Recycling Center
Full and self service areas
8100 Jefferson Highway
Brooklyn Park, 55445
Accepts:
Recycling
Household problem and
hazardous materials
Mattresses, box springs
Organics (Tuesday —Friday)
• Closed Sundays, Mondays and holidays
• Open to residents of Hennepin, Anoka, Carver,
Dakota, Ramsey and Washington Counties
Richfield Bloomington
South Hennepin Recycling and
W Problem Waste Drop -off Center
a Full service only
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98TH ST
Bloomington
1400 W. 96th Street
Bloomington, 55431
Accepts:
Recycling f
Household problem and
hazardous materials
Free product centers
Both facilities have reusable paint, automotive products,
cleaners, adhesives and other products available for free.
Residents must be 18 years or older to participate. The
county does not guarantee these products or their availability,
and items selected by residents are used at their own risk.
3. Facility staff will directyou