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Living With Wildlife: Turkevs
As both the human and turkey populations
expand in Minnesota it is only natural to expect
that increasing interactions will occur, some of them
negative. Some wild turkeys that reside in urban
areas have become acclimated to humans, which
can create problems.
To help keep turkeys from being a problem:
• Don't feed turkeys. Feeding, whether direct or
indirect, can cause turkeys to act tame and may
lead to bold or aggressive behavior, especially
in the breeding season.
• Keep bird feeder areas clean. Use feeders
designed to keep seed off the ground, as the
seed attracts turkeys and other wild animals.
Clean up spilled seed from other types of feeders
daily. Temporarily discontinue feeding birds if
turkeys are a nuisance. Remove feeders in the
spring. There is plenty of natural food available.
• Do not allow turkeys to be comfortable in the
presence of people. Chase turkeys away from
your residence. Don't let turkeys intimidate you.
Don't hesitate to scare or
threaten a bold, aggressive
turkey with loud noises,
swatting with a broom or
water sprayed from a hose.
A dog on a leash is also an
effective deterrent.
• Educate your
neighbors. Pass this
information along: Your
efforts will be futile if neighbors are providing
food for turkeys or neglecting to act boldly
towards the birds.
For more information on turkeys and other
wildlife, see the city web site.
Citizen' Oolice Academy Registration Open
The South Lake Minnetonka Police Department
will be hosting the second - annual "Citizen's
Police Academy" 7 -9:30 p.m. Thursdays, beginning
September 12 and running through November 15.
Avariety oftopics 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.
Enjoy Arctic Fever as a Volunteer
rctic Fever is the winter festival hosted by
Shorewood, Tonka Bay and Excelsior. The
2014 celebration is January 17 -20 in Freeman
Park, Manitou Park, 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,
952.960.7900, 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 2013
www.ci.shorewood.mn.us
Recycling Weeks for
September 2013
All recycling must be curbside
no later than 7 a.m. on recycling
day. Mainland residents recycle
. September 11 and 25; Island resi-
kdents recycle September 12 and 26.
Report misses: 952.941.5174
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
ennepin County organizes
collection events throughout
the year to give residents more
convenient, local disposal options
for their household hazardous
wastes. An area collection event
is scheduled at the Hennepin
County Public Works Facility,
3880 Shoreline Drive, Orono,
October 3 -4, 9 am -4 pm daily.
You must bring a driver's license
or ID showing Hennepin County
residency.
Household lawn and garden
products, mercury containing
items (such as thermometers
and thermostats), auto and fuel
waste (no motor oil accepted),
electronics including computers,
DVD players and VCRs radios
TVs, etc. (up to five each per
resident).
Not accepted at the drop off is:
• Appliances*
• Asbestos
• Explosives
• Garbage (food waste, furniture,
carpet, lumber, empty paint
cans, etc.)
• Gas cylinders - propane greater
than 40 lbs.; gases requiring
special management and all
gases greater than 59 lbs.
• Medicines or infectious wastes
- find medicine disposal drop
boxes
Motor oil and filters*
Photocopiers
Radioactive wastes (i.e. smoke
detectors)
Recyclables (scrap metal,
paper, cardboard, cans and
bottles, etc.)*
Tires*
*Accepted at the county's
permanent drop -off facilities. Fees
may apply on certain items.
For additional information
contact Hennepin County at
952.348.3777. A link to more
information is available on the city
web site under Environment.
Recreational Fires Require Free Permit
In 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
for 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.
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Watershed Grant Available to Residents
oncerned about protecting our lakes, wet-
lands, and streams? Minnehaha Creek
Watershed District (MCWD) can help. Since
1998 the MCWD has been providing grants
through the Cynthia Krieg Watershed Stew-
ardship Fund, which supports projects that
improve water quality through community
service and involvement, education, and in-
novation.
The Cynthia Krieg Stewardship Fund allows
MCWD to partner with local communities,
schools, civic groups, non - profit groups, and
others to engage citizens in activities that pro-
tect and provide clean water.
Examples of previously funded projects
include development and production of edu-
cational materials, videos, and guides; resto-
ration projects along water bodies; holding
workshops or developing training programs,
and innovative demonstration projects that
involve and educate the community. Funded
activities must result in water quality improve-
ment and /or greater public awareness of ways
people can protect local lakes, streams, and
wetlands.
Project proposals are due by September 18,
2013. Grant requests are limited to $25,000,
and funded activities must take place within
the boundaries of the MCWD. For more infor-
mation, contact Leslie Yetka, MCWD Educa-
tion Manager, at (952) 641 -4524 or LYetka@
minnehahacreek.org or visit hftp://minneha-
hacreek.org/CynthiaKrieg.
Since the last council
meeting the city council:
• Held work sessions to
review and discuss the
2014 Budget.
• Received a presentation
on the 2014 South Lake
Minnetonka Police
Department Budget from
Police Chief Bryan Litsey.
• Accepted a donation for
the Southshore Center
from James Laing.
• Approved a Conditional
Use Permit for 25365
Smithtown Road for
construction of an
accessory space in excess
of 1200 square feet.
• Accepted Bids and
Awarded the Contract for
the 2013 Street Seal Coat
Project.
• Approved a proposal
to conduct a sewer and
storm water rate study.
• Discussed the level of
maintenance required for
the Silver Lake /Covington
Road project area.
• Approved a lease
agreement for election
equipment.
• Reviewed and discussed
draft concept plans for
Badger Park.
• Accepted Plans and
authorized advertisement
for bids for the 2013 Mill
and Overlay project and
the Valleywood Lane
and Valleywood Circle
Roadway Improvement
project.
Safety Camp Thanks!
Thank you to the following
for making Safety Camp
2013 a success:
• Excelsior Fire
• SLMPD
• SLMPD Crime Fund Board
• AAA Foundation for Safety
• American Legion Post 259
• Cub Foods Minnetonka
• B Grizzley's Pizza
• Randall McDaniel
• Mrs. M
• Waterpatrol
• Police Canine
• Lakewinds
• Shorewood Nat'l Karate
• Ridgeview Medical Center
• Shorewood Public Works
• The Camp Leaders
scutlislicre Center
See more SSC programs or register at www.southshore- center org, or call 952.474.7635.
Cinderella Daddy- Daughter Ball
Friday, September 20, 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.
Quilting Retreat Fundraiser I rth,
Saturday, September 21, 9 am -9 pm; $40 per person 4
"Busy Bee Quilters" invites you to a retreat to benefit Southshore Senior Partners. Enjoy a day of quilting and learning, plus lunch!
Bring a project orjoin a free class. Beginners to advanced welcome. For additional information contact Linda at 952.475.1430, or email Kay
at kayderner @frontier.com.
Indoor Garage Sale
Thursday, September 26, 9 am -3 pm; Friday, September 27, 9 am-3 pm
Shop or sell at the annual SSC Garage Sale!.To have booth space for only $35, call the center, 952.474.7635. If you don't want to sell, plan
on shopping! All shopping is indoors so weather is not a problem!
Just for KIX Dance
Mondays or Tuesdays beginning Sept9
As an established youth dance program,
Just For Kix is a leader in dance instruction.
Classes for age 4- adult. We offer proven
technical training, a focus on teamwork and
a respectful experience to our students.
Register or get more information at
http: / /www. justforkix. com /dancec /assesl
Minnetonka MN.
ZUMBA
Get fit in this Latin inspired dance fitness
class. All levels welcome. Check the SSC
web site for class cost and information.
Lifeline Screening
Saturday, October 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.
Advanced Watercolor
Wednesdays 9:30 am — Noon
Sept 11, 18, 25, Oct 2; Cost: $97
If you are looking for painting time in a
fun supportive atmosphere, then bring
in what you are working on for input and
ideas galore! Georgia will spend one -on-
one time with each participant and offer
group critiques and painting technique
demonstrations when appropriate.
Instructor: Georgia Kandiko
Beginning Watercolor
Wednesdays 12:30 -3 pm
Sept 11, 18, 25, Oct 2
Cost: $97 + $20 supply fee
Learn watercolor with a minimal investment
in materials. Paint, paper, brushes, and
palette will be provided. Technique
demonstrations include: wet into wet,
glazing graded wash, and direct application.
You will learn to create landscape, abstract
and floral paintings. Instructor: Georgia
Kandiko
Treasure Box Class
Tuesday & Wednesday, Oct. 15, 16
9:30 am -noon
Cost: $97 + $20 supply fee
Use a wooden cigar box, acrylic paint,
colored glass, grout and fabric to make a
gorgeous treasure /keepsake box that is
hand -lined inside with hand -set mosaic on
top! Design your own or follow instructor's
design. Instructor: Georgia Kandiko
TED Talks
The Republic We Must Reclaim
Thursday, September 12, 11 am
A video replay of a TED Talk by attorney
Lawrence Lessig, who says that
Congressional candidates' dependence on
political funding from the tiniest percentage
ofAmerican citizens weakens the Republic
in the most fundamental way.
Thursday, October 10, 11 am
How to Escape Education's Death Valley
Alecture by Sir Ken Robinson, an expert on
creativity, who outlines 3 principles crucial
for the human mind to flourish - -and how
current education culture works against
them.
RSVP for the free TED Talks lectures
at 952.474.7635. Lunch available at
the center following the talk. For more
information on TED Talks, go to www.
TED. com.
Community Events
Oktoberfest
Saturday, October 5, 5 -8 pm, FREE
Join us at our 4th Annual Oktoberfest
celebration! This year we partner with
Excelsior Brewing Company and Team
Liquor. Wear your polka best, bring the
family, and enjoy free music, food, and
beer /wine tasting. Mrs. M will feature
events for the kids.
Pampered Me Holiday Boutique &
Ladies Night Out
Thursday, Nov. 7, 4 -8 pm, FREE
Enjoy shopping, sipping, socializing and
sampling! No registration necessary.
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Mrs. M Nature Programs
Each weekly theme will include games, songs and an art project. Don't miss out for even a week. By the end, we'I
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,
call Mrs. M at 952.457.7171. Complete descriptions are available online, www.MrsMsCampsandEvents.org.
Kindermusik: Family Time - -Ages 0 — 5 years (with adult)
Wednesdays, Sept. 18 -Nov. 20; Tuition: $90; Register online
Family Time is a class for the whole family, adults, and children birth -5 years. Build family bonds by learning
howto incorporate musicand movement throughout playtime, mealtime, clean -up time, bathtime, and bedtime.
Each class is packed with singing, movement, instrument play, story time, and family fun! Required materials
fee of $40 payable at first class. Materials include: 2 music CDs, 2 books, home activity book, instrument, and
carrying bag. Questions? Contact instructor Pat Garvie, 952.470.6017 or garviejpce @aol.com.
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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.
Dance Fitness Classes
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
8:15 am; $5 per session
Exercise classes for the active older
population. Improve aerobic power, body
endurance, strength, flexibility and balance.
Call the center to reserve a spot.
Pickleball Play /Clinic
Every other Monday at 10 am
Badger Park Tennis Courts
September 6, 20; October 4,18
Ifyou enjoy tennis, racquetball or badminton
you will love Pickleball! Come play or learn!
Call 952.474.7635 to register.
Senior Tai -Chi
Mondays September 9- October 14
$48 per 6 -week session
Drop -ins welcome!
Instructor Erdman Luntz has been teaching
seniors for 25+ years. Enjoy this great form
NO
of exercise which increases flexibility and
keeps you healthy.
Happy Feet Pedicures
Every third Monday by appointment
September 16; October 21
Services include: foot soak, foot massage,
care for corns calluses, or thick, curled,
or ingrown toenails. Call for appointment:
1.763.560.5136.
AAA Driving Class: Refresher
September 18, 9 am -1 pm
First time class: Two -part
October 16 and 17, 1-5 pm
Call 1.888.234.1294 to register for or get
more information on these 55 and over
classes.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Info
Wed., September 18, 2 -5 pm
Wed., October 16,11-4 pm
Independent Agent Christy Namvar
will present an informational meeting
on Medicare Basics and Blue Cross
Blue Shield Medicare products. This
meeting is educational and there will be
time for individual questions following.
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The Last Keeper at Split Rock
Tuesday, September 24, 1 pm
Author Mike Roberts will tell his stories of
the circumstances ofjoining the U.S. Coast
Guard, his adventurous times on small
boat search and rescue while stationed
at the Duluth and Grand Marais Lift Boat
Stations, and the last days at the Split
Rock Lighthouse. He will also talk about
the sinking Edmund Fitzgerald, the sole
survivor of the shipwreck of the Daniel
J. Morell and his personal ties to them.
Great North Shore history! Enjoy lunch
before the presentation. RSVP for lunch
by September 22, 952.4 74.7635.
Life Line Screening
Saturday, October 12, 8 am- 5 pm
by appointment
Simple tests can help signal warning sides
for stroke and other illnesses. Get any
vascular screening for just $60 or all 5
screenings for $159. Call 1.877.792.8450
to schedule an appointment orto get more
information.
5 -8 PM, *aturbap, October 5
Food •Music •Drink �
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 fun events
planned by Mrs. M!
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Planning Commission
The September Planning Commission meeting will be on Tuesday, September 17 at Shorewood City Hall. For a
complete agenda and approved minutes of past meetings, see the city web site, www.ci.shorewood.mn.us.
Buckthorn Removal This Fal
t s not too late to tackle buckthorn this year. Maybe you've been keeping it for the privacy it provides, but have
finally decided to remove it and replace it with a native species. The city has a weed wrench to assist with removal.
It is free to residents with a $20 refundable damage deposit. For tips on buckthorn removal, see the city web site
under Living in Shorewood: Yard and Tree Care.
Council Members
Scott Zerby, Mayor-, Laura Hotvet; Debbie Siakel; Kristine Sundberg; Richard Woodruff
City Administrator: Bill Joynes Newsletter Editor: Julie Moore
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Friday, September 13
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Badger Park (next to Shorewood City Hall)
5745 Country Club Road
Shorewood, MN 55331
Bring blankets, lawn chairs and bug spray.
poaccrn by %%SIP and Joey Novas pizza will be for sale.
Movie in the park is Cffered with sponsorship from
American Lesion #254, ICU Udnk and JCev Nova's .
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5 -8 pm • (C)rtober 51 2013
Come to Southshore Center
for a FREE family
Oktoberfest celebration!
Traditional FA
German fare
provided by SSCC's
in -house Chef Connie
Blanchard. Dress in your
lederhosen best and join
us for some fun polka
and German music!
b/35 Lountry Club Road, Shorewood, MN
952.474.7635 • www.southshore- center.org