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Serving the Midway, Como, and North End Communities of St. Paul After 11 years, Pastor INSIDE Greg Renstrom pulls Feature...... 3 up anchor from Hamline UMC

By TREVOR MAINE teenth century tradition of taking On June 22, after 11 years of interfaith offerings along with service, Pastor Greg Renstrom Twin Cities mosques, syna- will step down as pastor of Ham- gogues, and churches. Last Bug expert line United Methodist Church year, this offering was given explores Como on Englewood Ave. and step into to help rebuild a water treat- retirement. ment plant in Iraq. Hamline Church has been his With the help of sev- home—an anchor. For Renstrom, eral members of the there’s a calming quality to the Hamline University sanctuary in that place—a place of community, Ren- News...... 6 worship he believes is one of the strom also organ- most beautiful in the Twin Cities. ized a service to A lesson that he has been honor nuns, rab- slowly learning alongside the con- bis, imams, priests gregation, he says, is that, though and pastors who beautiful, the actual building that have gone unrecog- is Hamline UMC is in need of nized. some serious work. The task of This year the keeping that space alive and church will begin a healthy is one he believes is neces- new initiative with HU approves sary for the church to remain vi- Hancock-Hamline brant and benefit the community University Collabora- master plan most. And while the actual build- tive Magnet School ing is important, it’s evident that wherein the church will Renstrom believes that the com- help facilitate and or- munity that has called it home ganize volunteerism with him these last 11 years (and for the school’s pro- News...... 7 for the 116 years before he came grams and projects. there) is really what makes Ham- “It’s just a great line Church unique. way for the church to “A lot of the things that we’ve become active in the done the last 11 years is kind of schools—and St. Paul work on who we are as a congre- schools are outstanding,” gation in terms of our infrastruc- Renstrom said. Renstrom ture,” Renstrom said. “Hamline was, himself, a graduate of Saint On June 22, after 11 years of service as the Pastor Greg Renstrom will step Church has a wonderful history of Paul Central High School. down as pastor of Hamline United Methodist Church on Englewood Ave. outreach to the community. Dur- In addition to these pro- and step into retirement. (Photo by Terry Faust) ing my 11 years here we’ve kind of grams, the church will also part- Funding for LRT, begun to address those things ner with several students from Como restored which will let us serve even more.” Hamline University to host a new a program together,’ which I find still having a tremendous promise That service has already be- Campus Kitchen. really encouraging.” and potential, and it’s being real- gun to sprout outside the floors, “They wanted to partner with That sort progress in the ized as we go. There are things walls, and roof (which is in need us because of the kitchen facilities church and in the community is that we’ve done the last 11 years of considerable repair) of Ham- but also the people. There was a what gives Renstrom his “all will that I find extremely fulfilling,” line Church and out into the com- connection there,“ Renstrom said. be well” attitude. He admits that Renstrom said. Feature...... 8 munity and the world. During “That’s the first time I can remem- leaving will be difficult for him, as The university’s master plan, Renstrom’s time as pastor, Ham- ber students actually coming from the church has been his home and which was unveiled this March, line UMC has rekindled a nine- Hamline and saying ‘Let’s initiate his anchor for these past 11 years, made almost no mention of but it’s time for him to move on Hamline UMC—a peculiarity, be- and to let the church move for- cause the plan revealed the ward, he says. The current of the school’s intention to expand "There are things that we’ve done the last community is changing rapidly, south, directly where the church and as the church’s largest neigh- now sits. One iteration of the plan bor, Hamline University, plans its even proposed the removal of En- 11 years that I find extremely fulfilling.” expansion, what lies ahead for glewood Avenue from Snelling to Mike's Auto Care Hamline UMC has yet to be seen. Pascal, which would effectively “It’s been a huge priority for strand Hamline UMC within the lives out dream - Hamline Church Pastor Greg Renstrom me to nurture [the] relationship campus. (between Hamline UMC and Hamline University), so I see it as CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 1885 University Ave. St. Paul, MN 55104 Baptist Church looked at redevel- for a single-family dwelling code ers at 1247 St. Anthony Av. The 651-645-7045 oping the site for its church be- compliance inspection and from non-profit operates low-income fore moving to a North End site. $172 to $595 for a duplex. housing and well as housing Publishers: The Salvation Army also eyed the *Increases the vacant build- with supportive services for resi- Calvin deRuyter, Tim Nelson Minnehaha Mall set for proposed when it considered lo- ing registration fee to $1,000. dents. cating a $62.5 million center in City licensing staff had suggested CommonBond has acquired Managing Editor: St. Paul. Those redevelopment increasing that to $500 from the the former Lexington Health Denis Woulfe major redevelopment plans not only stirred communi- current range of $250 to $500, Care Center, a now-shuttered ty debate in recent years they also but the council decided to in- plastic surgery clinic and a house Advertising: The Minnehaha Mall, a retail mainstay in the Frogtown-East made it harder for Minnehaha crease that amount to $1,000. next to the clinic building. Lex- Denis Woulfe Lanes to attract and retain Because the fee increases are ington closed more than three Dennis Stern (651-452-5324) Midway area for many years, will be redeveloped by the St. Paul bowlers. more than 300 percent, the city years ago. Its building would re- Photographer: Port Authority. The purchase of The plans to redevelop Min- will phase the inspection fees in main but would be remodeled Terry Faust four acres of the mall property nehaha mall do not include the in 2008 and 2009. The vacant into apartments. The house and was announced after the Port Au- site south of Minnehaha Avenue, building fee increase takes effect clinic building would be torn Production/Illustrations: thority’s May meeting. the longtime campus of the in 2008. down to make way for a new Bob Wasiluk Minnehaha Mall is on Min- Wilder Foundation. Wilder will St. Paul has more than 1,700 30,000 square foot Common- nehaha Avenue at Milton Street. be selling that property in the fu- vacant registered buildings. Be- Bond corporate headquarters. Contributing Writers: It occupies much of a city block. ture, now that its new facility at cause not all property owners The new building would be Iric Nathanson, Deborah Brotz, Its largest tenant is one of St. Lexington Parkway and Universi- register their buildings when 30,000 square feet and would Jane McClure, Tom Conlon, Paul’s few remaining bowling al- ty Avenue has opened its doors. they become vacant, it is believed front on Lexington. It would Jan Willms, Sherri Moore, leys, Minnehaha Lanes. The that number is actually much have a connecting walkway to the Deb Robinson, Sean Bailey, bowling alley property was pur- higher. That in turn means the converted nursing home. The The Cheapskate, The Food Snob, chased by the Port for $1.8 mil- City’s battle against city is facing skyrocketing costs headquarters building would and The Bachelor lion and an industrial develop- for building inspections, as well have underground parking. The ment district created for the en- vacant housing takes step as exterior maintenance needs former nursing home has a sur- tire site. The bowling alley is now ranging of boarding up buildings face parking lot. closed. The City of St. Paul’s ongoing to cutting grass and shoveling The development site needs Other mall tenants in recent battle against vacant and fore- snow. to be rezoned from residential years include or have included closed-upon housing took an- No one appeared at public and commercial uses to allow for hearings May 21 to speak for or traditional neighborhood or TN Now, communicate with the Family Dollar, grocery stores, other step forward May 28 with Monitor electronically! drug stores, restaurants, office us- adoption of ordinances meant to against the changes. zoning to be used there. This es and a cosmetology school. But encourage property owners to get type of zoning is used to pro- Now it’s easier than ever to keep in mote more density and mixed- touch with the Monitor. Letters to the 11-acre mall has suffered buildings rehabilitation and back the editor and news releases for much business turnover in recent into occupancy. CommonBond looks for uses, such as housing and com- publication can be sent via e-mail at years. The council unanimously mercial use on the same proper- [email protected]. The bowling alley’s business adopted ordinances that: rezoning approval ty. Be sure to send copy in the body of has been greatly impacted by the *Create a detailed process Different proposals have the e-mail, and please mark whether city and the statewide smoking for vacant building remodeling. A vacant Lexington-Hamline been made for the nursing home the copy is a letter, a news release for site, including a halfway house. publication, or perhaps just your bans. One intent of this ordinance is to nursing home could be reused as thoughts on the last issue. Don’t for- Plans call for tearing down encourage property owners to re- supportive housing for single But those proposals were op- get to write! Minnehaha Lanes and replacing habilitate vacant buildings, yet adults and be linked to a new posed by former Ward One it with a 60,000 to 75,000 square not do demolition and then headquarters for the non-profit Council Member Debbie Mont- And check us out on the web at: leave the house gutted and unin- agency CommonBond Commu- gomery, Lexington-Hamline www.MonitorSaintPaul.com foot light industrial building, to create about 60 full-time jobs. habitable for long periods of nities, if a site plan and a re- Community Council and neigh- The Monitor is a monthly com- The long-term plan would be to time. The ordinance calls for a quired property rezoning win bors. munity publication in the Mid- purchase and then redevelop the city inspection following com- city approval. The plans for the way, Como and North End areas rest of the mall. pletion of the demolition phase site at Lexington Parkway and St. of St. Paul, owned and operated by deRuyter-Nelson Publications, The mall was built in the of a total remodeling project. Anthony Avenue were reviewed Advisory panel studies Inc. All correspondence should be 1950s, with the bowling alley This will be done through signed by the Union Park District Coun- sent to the Monitor, 1885 Univer- constructed 50 years ago. Long- agreements with city inspections cil’s Land Use Committee in May Rock-Tenn options sity Ave., #110, St. Paul, MN time area residents say that part staff. and the full district council will 55104. Editorial and advertising of the mall property was a This not only makes sure the be forwarding its comments to The community advisory panel offices can be reached at 651-645- swamp, and later a dump. That demolition permit is followed the St. Paul Planning Commis- studying energy options for the 7045. Our fax number is 651-645- 4780. means the site will require test- but also gives city officials a sion and other city officials. Rock-Tenn paper recycling plant ing and environmental remedia- chance to list other code compli- CommonBond develops and is entering the home stretch of its All rights reserved. The contents of tion. ance requirements before remod- operates various housing projects months of work. After many the Monitor cannot be reproduced Over the past several years a eling begins. throughout the Twin Cities, in- meetings and presentations on a without express written permis- number of prospective develop- *Includes a fee schedule to cluding the Selby-Dayton Apart- wide variety of energy options, sion of the publisher. Copyright ©2008. ers have eyed the Minnehaha cover the costs of inspections. ments in Summit-University Mall property. 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Page 2 June 2008 • Monitor • www.MonitorSaintPaul.com Bug expert invites visitors to get feet wet in Como Lake By ANDY FINKEN the water,” said Burns. He said and part experiential. Since grad- In an attempt to showcase that after they sift through a lot of uating from Colorado College in the methods used to test water mud they will be left with a white 2000, he has studied marine ecol- quality in local lakes, bug expert tray with water and various types ogy in Mexico while also working Brandon Burns and Capital Re- of bugs, hopefully. as a dive guide. He said guiding gion Watershed District (CRWD) “We’ll introduce them to the tourists around under water reefs invite any and all to come get idea that different types of bugs afforded him a rare opportunity their feet wet this summer as they indicate different things, he said. to talk about conservation issues search Como and Loeb lakes for “Backswimmers are tolerant of abroad and at home. microinvertabrate wildlife – a large amounts of pollution while “We would talk about how telling indication of water quality. dragonflies need higher oxygen even the watershed here (Saint On June 12 and 26, Burns, a levels and fewer pollutants.” Paul) affects the Mexican envi- high school teacher in Fridley Events like “A Bug’s Night ronment,” said Burns. “Our water and experienced biologist, will Out” are quickly becoming in- goes in the Mississippi which display common water testing dicative of the direction in which goes into the golf of Mexico methodology for those in atten- the social and political landscape where it can affect the reefs.” dance at an event the CRWD is has been moving over the last After Mexico, Burns moved calling “A Bug’s Night Out.” Us- year, according to Burns. He said to Arizona to conduct research on ing dip nets to gather samples of current energy issues are bringing Bald Eagles, and then found him- the lakes’ ecological composition, On June 12 and 26, Burns, a high school teacher in Fridley and experi- a wide range of environment con- self in Northern Wisconsin Burns will determine the pres- enced biologist, will display common water testing methodology for those in cerns out of the woodwork. forests doing carbon budget re- ence of microinvertabrates – little attendance at an event the Capital Region Watershed District is calling “A “I don’t think these issues search – measuring and docu- backboned insects – that reveal Bug’s Night Out.” Using dip nets to gather samples of the lakes’ ecological have suddenly become more im- menting the amount of carbon a overall water quality; the greater composition, Burns will determine the presence of microinvertabrates – little portant, there’s just recently been forest ecosystem takes out of the the diversity of these creatures the backboned insects – that reveal overall water quality; the greater the diversi- a greater awareness,” said Burns. air. healthier the body of water. ty of these creatures the healthier the body of water. “The idea that we should be do- In 2004, Burns moved to the “This event is primarily an ing things on an individual level Twin Cities to work as a wetland educational opportunity for the ropolitan area. Watershed dis- similar events in past years; how- is fairly recent.” health field coordinator for Hen- kids, and adults too I guess,” said tricts, unlike county or city organ- ever, they have traditionally taken He said the common person nepin County. It was in this ca- Elizabeth Storey from Capital Re- izations, have a slightly more nu- the form of festivals. This year, in- is just now being made aware of pacity that Burns received most of gion Watershed District. “As anced area of governance as bod- stead of grouping everything to- little things she or he can do to his training on identifying and awareness is heightened, we hope ies of water criss-cross and weave gether in one afternoon, they decrease pollution. For instance, classifying microinvertabrates. As that people will be more interest- in and out of other perfunctory hope to increase participation he mentioned that washing cars a field coordinator, he trained ed and willing to support projects boundaries as they traverse the and retention by offering a num- on the lawn instead of the drive- volunteers how to appropriately or do what they can to help. landscape, according to Storey. ber of events at different times way and keeping fertilizers off monitor wetlands. It is this expe- CRWD is a local government The CRWD jurisdiction could that are more narrowly focused. concrete areas will prevent runoff rience that will inform those at- conservation agency serving to loosely be thought of as the Saint “We’re going to try and catch into sewers and eventually lakes. tending his June events. promote, manage and improve Paul/Falcon Heights greater area. some bugs and talk about what Burns wealth of environmen- water resources in the local met- She said that CRWD has held they are and what they say about tal knowledge is part academic CONTINUED ON PAGE 5

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By JANE MCCLURE tion (MnDOT) and Metropolitan worry. Bell said while he respects decision Where Central Corridor light Council supported the Washing- the U of M, their requests to con- to sup- rail should go through the Univer- ton alignment. tinue studying the northern align- port sity of Minnesota east bank cam- The sometimes harsh debate ment could mean a delay of two Washing- pus is an issue that has threatened between U of M officials and the years for the project. Every year of ton Av- to derail the long-awaited transit Metropolitan Council over the delay could add $40 to $45 mil- enue isn’t project. Months of debate over the chosen alignment raised fears lion to the project costs. a choice be- Central Corridor’s route ended about the light rail project’s future. Even state legislators have got- tween a May 28 as the Central Corridor Officials close to the project worry ten involved in the debate, with good alterna- Corridor Management Committee that the divisiveness may not be State Representative Alice Haus- tive and a bad voted 11-1 to halt studies of the looked upon favorably by the Fed- man and Minnesota House Speak- alternative, but a enue northern alignment, which would eral Transportation Administration er Margaret Anderson Kelliher matter of weighing and a send light rail trains through (FTA), which needs to provide half speaking before the management risks. He said that during Union Depot Dinkytown and the northern part of the project’s construction fund- committee in recent weeks. Kelli- the months of studies, Wash- connection when of the East Bank campus. ing. The Metropolitan Council her’s message was one of asking ington has emerged as the better budget cuts were needed. They The committee’s decision, hopes to submit the project’s de- the groups to respectfully end their alternative.” pointed out that there are still which was unanimously affirmed tailed plans and request for fund- differences. “We’ve spent an enormous many unresolved issues on the St. later May 28 by the full Metropoli- ing to the FTA in September. One Hausman was more blunt in amount of time on one spot on Paul stretch of rail line, ranging tan Council, puts the trains at- argument is that other communi- her comments May 28, expressing this long line,” said Minneapolis from loss of parking for University grade for five blocks of Washing- ties seeking the same dollars unhappiness toward U officials. Mayor R.T. Rybak. The U of M Avenue businesses to the chal- ton Avenue, a proposal University would be able to present a more Hausman has spent much of her does pose a number of unique is- lenges downtown businesses officials have raised a number of united front for their projects. legislative career working on the sues, he added. It is the largest could face. objections to. It would turn Wash- U of M President Robert Bru- Central Corridor project. point source of traffic in the Twin A huge issue Mayor Chris ington into a mall for pedestrians, inicks indicated in a letter to Met- Under the best-case scenario, Cities and it is bisected by the Mis- Coleman cited is that of the buses, trains and emergency vehi- ropolitan Council Chairperson Pe- construction of Central Corridor sissippi River. Snelling and University intersec- cles. The U originally wanted a ter Bell that the U can’t support would stay in 2010. Trains would “It’s an incredibly complicat- tion. Although city, county and tunnel below Washington, but anything other than the northern start running the 11-mile route in ed place, and we have to spend MnDOT officials have studied the that option was dropped in Febru- alignment. That has prompted Bell 2014. However, the U of M asked time on it,” Rybak said. Yet a deci- intersection and alternatives to ary due to high costs. and other officials to say that such whether that timeline is overly ag- sion needs to be made so that en- move traffic through, there is no University of Minnesota Vice a position could kill the project. gressive and claims that the FTA gineering studies can be complet- money in the Central Corridor President Kathleen O’Brien cast At the May 21 management could very well ask that the time- ed. project budget to address that is- the lone no vote on the Corridor committee meeting, Bell expressed line be adjusted or delayed. St. Paul and Ramsey County sue. Coleman said the intersection Management Committee. Officials concern that the Central Corridor The debate pitted the U officials said the Central Corridor and Snelling’s capacity are “huge from Ramsey and Hennepin coun- project “is in a very tenuous place against county city and state offi- studies should move ahead, saying problems” that have yet to be ad- ties, St. Paul, Minneapolis, Min- right now.” He said the ability to cials. Hennepin County Commis- their communities gave up addi- dressed. nesota Department of Transporta- meet the time frame is already a sioner Peter McLaughlin said the tional stations on University Av- Coleman, who repeatedly in- terrupted the U of M’s project con- sultants during the May 21 com- mittee meeting, said Central Corri- dor is at “great risk” if it doesn’t move forward. He was critical of the northern alignment, saying it “doesn’t make sense.” Project staff and U of M con- sultants reviewed their studies in detail May 21. The project with the Washington Avenue alignment h now stands at $892 million, down SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE from the $909 million previously 8:00 AM Prayer Service Details on website: estimated. The reduction from var- www.hamlinechurch.org ious project changes, mainly re- 9:30 AM Traditional Worship ductions in proposed right-of-way 10:45 AM Fellowship & Hospitality purchases. The alignments were com- pared in details, with debate over Join us in saying goodbye to Pastor Greg Renstrom on June 22 issues ranging from the need for environmental mitigation in spots and come to greet Pastor Hinker on June 29. along the northern alignment to the traffic impacts on East River Road that Washington could cre- 1514 Englewood Avenue – St. Paul 651-645-0667 ate. There was also extensive de- bate over how engineering had been done on the northern align- ment and whether that route New Spirit School’s could parallel a set of railroad tracks as U of M officials had STAR STUDENT hoped. Another topic of debate was ridership and how U of M consultants did their calculations. This month we honor, One key difference manage- ment committee members honed Linda Lor in on is that of ridership, with the Central Corridor with a northern alignment route having 36,000 Linda is a quiet and dedicated student. riders each day. That’s compared to She is kind to her classmates and is 42,000 if Washington is used. But the university stuck to its always willing to help around the arguments. O’Brien said there are classroom. Linda has done excellent “opportunities and challenges” on work in reading this year! She should Washington. The U of M has Cen- tral Corridor project staff have al- be proud of all the work she has done. ready compiled a long list of miti- gation costs, totaling $31.5 mil- Congratulations to Linda Lor and her family on her selection lion. These costs range from $11.1 as New Spirit School’s Star Student of the Month. million to reconfigure streets around the East Bank campus to New Spirit’s Star Student of the month receives a $25 gift certificate for a local bookstore. $4.4 million to mitigate the im- New Spirit School offers small class sizes, a content-rich curriculum, and a pact of light rail on nearby re- focus on character education. New Spirit School currently has openings for search laboratories. It’s feared that K - 8 students. For more information on our tuition free K - 8 program please light rail trains will cause vibra- CALL 651-225-9177 tions and create electro-magnetic 260 Edmund Avenue (One block west of Marion Street) interference on sensitive lab equip- ment.

Page 4 June 2008 • Monitor • www.MonitorSaintPaul.com Central Corridor plans chug through another series of hearings By JANE MCCLURE dimensions and layout of the line, http://www.centralcorridor.org Or rail project has been on the draw- resident representing the faith- Concerns about the loss of station locations, traffic lane con- you may call 651-602-1645. ing boards for more than two based group ISAIAH, said the University Avenue on-street park- figurations, access for persons After the public hearing series decades. The advocacy group group wants project planners to ing, pleas for added stations and with disabilities and other physi- concludes, Central Corridor plan- Transit for Livable Communities protect small businesses that will worries about impacts on adja- cal features of streets themselves. ners will take the comments and (TLC) had several speakers sup- be affected during constriction cent communities continue to be Information isn’t available yet on finalize work on the light rail porting the project. and by loss of parking. Gay said heard as the Central Corridor physical design of stations, public plans. Another public hearing will Only one person, Scott Hal- the project needs to do “as little light rail route plans go through art, streetscape improvements, be held in July. stead of Shoreview, spoke against harm to businesses as possible.” yet another series of public hear- construction phasing and utilities The plans will then be voted the project. He has analyzed Cen- The coalition University ings. More than 70 people attend- relocation. on by the Metropolitan Council tral Corridor and existing bus line UNITED is also concerned about ed a May 29 public hearing at the The May 29 hearing was the August 27, with submission to the travel times and said. “This is go- the loss of parking. UNITED exec- Midway Goodwill/Easter Seals first in a series of hearings on the Federal Transportation Adminis- ing to be a very slow transit sys- utive Director Brian McMahon building, with more than a dozen project’s preliminary design plans. tration in late August or early Sep- tem that’s not going to be expand- said there need to be serious ef- submitting testimony. It was the It was hosted by the Minnesota tember. able.” forts to compensate businesses for first in a series of hearings on the Department of Transportation The first hearing ended al- Other speakers continued to the lost parking and other eco- rail project’s plans and supple- and the Hennepin and Ramsey most an hour earlier than expect- focus on the controversial align- nomic impacts. mental draft environmental im- County Regional Rail Authority ed. Community activists involved ment through the University of Peter Vang of the Hmong pact statement (SDEIS). The hear- boards. Minneapolis, St. Paul and in the project said they weren’t Minnesota East Bank campus, al- Business Association and Vang ings continued through the first Ramsey County held their hear- sure why more people didn’t turn though the decision on that route Dental Clinic also raised parking week of June. ings after Monitor deadline. The out for the hearing. During the re- was made May 28 by the Metro- concerns. He said the plans need State law requires that cities, final public hearing is at 1:30 cent push to site future rail sta- politan Council. Most of these to do more to help businesses counties and regional rail authori- p.m. Tuesday, June 17 at the Hen- tions at Hamline, Victoria and speakers agreed with the decision during construction and after ty boards hold hearings and ac- nepin County Government Cen- Western avenues, hundreds of to site light rail at-grade on Wash- parking is lost to the rail line. cept comments on the Central ter, 300 6th St. people and dozens of community ington Avenue, rather than on an Another issue McMahon is Corridor light rail plans. These Ramsey County and St. Paul groups became involved. One fo- alignment through Dinkytown that the light rail design drawings, groups can then vote to accept the will accept written comments un- cus May 29 was on getting those and the northern part of the East which are posted online, are diffi- plans or can oppose them. If for til June 12. Minneapolis will ac- stations built. Bank campus. cult to read. UNITED a coalition example the St. Paul City Council cept comments until June 9, with Some question whether the Additional comments cen- of organizations and businesses had an objection to aspects of the Hennepin County’s comment pe- months of debate over the project tered on now-familiar concerns along University Avenue, operates rail plans, it would have to ex- riod ending June 23. The Min- are taking a toll on public interest. about the light rail project – the a community planning office plain that objection. Project plan- nesota Department of Transporta- Others said the hearing’s 5 p.m. push to add three stations in St. called U-Plan. U-Plan has pre- ners would then have to deter- tion (MnDOT) will accept com- start wasn’t conducive to business Paul, accommodations for bicycle pared simplified drawings of the mine if changes could be made to ments until June 12. participation, or for citizens who riders who need to travel through route and station areas. address the objections. Details on the project, includ- couldn’t leave their jobs early. the area and the need to help Uni- “You should not have to read The design plans show some ing information on where to sub- Most speakers May 29 said versity Avenue businesses replace a page of codes and instructions – but not all – features of the mit comments, is at the Central they are pleased to see Central lost on-street parking. before you read a page of the planned light rail line. The general Corridor web site, at Corridor moving ahead. The light Carolyn Gay, a Summit Hill plans themselves,” he said.

placed between storm drains and The CRWD board then approves, within the CRWD. Eligible proj- way about energy. Bug expert manhole covers inside the envi- denies or makes recommenda- ects include raingardens, rain bar- “I think energy will become a rolog boarder for the same reason. tions on the permit to ensure that rels, green roofs, pervious pave- more localized phenomenon,” Continued from page 3 Methods of preventing water- adequate preparation is made to ment, projects that reduce soil said Burns. “I think we’re all go- In fact, “A Bug’s Night Out” is harming pollutants from escaping control pollution. erosion, shoreline restoration, ing to become consumers of our just one of the ways in which the the site via construction vehicle “This is policy that works,” and water quality education activ- own energy source or preference. CRWD is currently targeting water tires are also employed by way of said Storey. “The difference is ities or programs. Wind in the Midwest, solar in the quality improvements. a Stabilized Entrance Route. Large measurable.” All of the CRWD’s efforts fall Arizona area.” “We’re interested in reducing gravel particles or rocks coat the Storey agrees with Burns that under the umbrella of simply im- As for today, however, Burns non-point source pollution in lo- area’s exit points to shake the the common person has a role to proving the overall quality of the said he is content to continue cal bodies of water,” said Story. clinging sediment from truck play as well. She said that home- area’s water, something Burns an- wading through swamps in search Non-point source pollution is pol- tires. The gravel is rough enough owners can make significant con- ticipates will become a large part of microinvertabrate insects. lution whose source cannot be ful- to vibrate the pollution free yet tributions by raking leaves and people’s lives in approaching Bugs’ Night Out on June 12 ly determined. One of CRWD’s not damage the construction ve- taking measures to hold their years. at Como Lake will run 6:30 to 8 methods of targeting non-point hicles, as its tires are of a heavier rainwater on their property, possi- “Water is likely to become p.m., and then repeat on June 26 source pollution is, of course, to grade. bly through the construction of a the issue that energy is right but at Loeb Lake, 6:30-8 p.m. cut down on point source pollu- Also, under a permitting pro- raingarden. now,” said Burns. He said that he All watershed events, includ- tion. gram that was passed in 2006, be- In addition, CRWD offers a anticipates seeing more individ- ing Bug’s Night Out, are free to all Of the tactics CRWD uses to fore any new building can begin stewardship grant program to res- ual environmental action for the CRWD residents. Pre-registration decrease non-point source pollu- on site, the construction company idents, nonprofits, government good of the community rather is required. Contact Elizabeth tion, policy requirements that tar- must file a permit with CRWD agencies serving the CRWD, busi- than top down initiatives through Storey at Capital Region Water- get sites of construction and devel- that includes conservation con- nesses within the CRWD and federal, state or even the local wa- shed District at 651-644-8888 or opment, exemplifies the organiza- siderations similar to those above. public and private schools located tershed district. He feels the same [email protected]. tion’s overall efforts. Balk barriers, or envirologs, composed of dirt and sand composite often boarder construction areas to retard pollu- tion attempting to escape with rain water and wind. Filters are

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www.MonitorSaintPaul.com • Monitor • June 2008 Page 5 University wants to grow… Hamline University’s Board signs off on 20 year master plan By ANDY FINKEN south of their current campus, Hamline.” The anticipated growth of making the southern border not She specifically cited the Hamline University became a cer- Englewood but Minnehaha. plan’s intention to remove the tainty on May 9 as the board of In their tentative 20 year plan, Hamline White House, the large trustees signed off on the universi- parts of Englewood and Simpson home on the Hewitt side of cam- ty’s 20 year master plan. that intersect campus are com- pus that has historically accommo- The acceptance of the plan pletely closed. There will be con- dated the university’s president. comes just one year after the board struction of underground parking Finstad Hanson said she con- of trustees approved the universi- and additional green park-like ar- siders herself an architectural histo- ty’s five year strategic plan, where- eas will cover large portions of the rian by passion. She is a member in, among many other initiatives, campus. Additionally, housing will of the Hamline Architectural His- enrollment is expected to expand encapsulate a large share of the tory Core, a neighborhood group by 500 students. south and south eastern borders of interested in connecting midway The master plan is divided in- the campus. residents with the university and to five year increments. The first in- While preparing the master its students in an attempt to im- crement has been designed to ac- plan, planners met with the Ham- prove the neighborhood. complish the physical change nec- line Midway Coalition, held a fo- It is that group, for instance, essary to implement the strategic rum for immediate neighbors, that is responsible for organizing plan. Hamline United Methodist the “Paint the Pavement” art on “The first five year increment Church members and the Saint the corner of Pascal and Van Bu- (of the master plan) is more than a Paul mayor. They also invited any ren. The group is in their third year vision. This is what we’re going to interested persons to weigh in at a and currently researching and do,” said Vice President for Fi- campus planning road show that compiling information on their nance Office Doug Anderson. was held in February. website about the neighborhood. By 2013, according to Ander- “Between the road show, the “Hamline is the reason we are son, the plan calls for the construc- church congregation, town hall here,” said Finstad Hanson. “The tion of a new student center, or meetings and the board of trustees history of the neighborhood is tied The anticipated growth of Hamline University became a certainty on May 9 “University Center,” on the corner we have had close to 600 people to Hamline. The university is an in- as the board of trustees signed off on the university’s 20 year master plan. of Snelling and Englewood, the ad- involved in planning,” Anderson tegral part of the neighborhood, dition of student housing adjacent said. “We are committed to and and really the whole city.” to the existing Hamline Apart- have been working hard to be a She said that the development Hanson said, “To tear down four terest of the university. In addition, ments – on the corner of Engle- good community member.” of the neighborhood began be- dorms and three blocks of houses the old homes on the Hewitt por- wood and Pascal – and the renova- During these community cause of the university and at a in order to build more dorms is tion of campus are expected to be tion of the current student center. events, university students, faculty much earlier point in time than not being green,” she said. “The torn down or moved, according to Construction of the university cen- and staff and community mem- many other parts of the surround- university should be saying ‘how Anderson. He said that the new ter is expected to take place in 2011 bers were invited to offer evalua- ing city. Many of the houses sur- can we take existing buildings and buildings will not look foreign in and the additional housing the fol- tive critiques and speculative sug- rounding campus were built by re- reuse.’” the neighborhood; rather, they will lowing year. gestions. After reviewing the plans, tired Methodist pastors and Ham- She said that in order to con- be designed with a sort of town He said all of these additions Midway resident Krista Finstad line University professors, accord- done such plans, she would have home semblance. He said that will take place on land that is cur- Hanson found herself at odds with ing to Finstad Hanson. to believe that the university ex- conversations regarding plans out- rently owned by the University, mi- one aspect of the plan: The demo- In addition, Finstad Hanson plored the possibility of other ad- side of the first five year increment nus one house in the vicinity of lition of historic neighborhood finds fault with the university’s ap- jacent locations, such as the Mid- are still very much ongoing and in the Hamline Apartments. buildings. proach to green expansion, espe- way Motel, or other non-adjacent no way final. At this point, it is not com- “I get frustrated when Ham- cially, she said, in light of the fact local satellite locations that could “Economically, it is a good pletely clear what exactly the cam- line doesn’t try to keep up their that people are currently becoming simply be converted into a usable time to do this,” said Anderson. pus will look like twenty years history,” said Finstad Hanson. “It’s much more cognizant of environ- space. “There are low rates of interest and from now. It is certain, however, not just neighborhood houses mental concerns. The trustees have tentatively the university has been storing up that the university plans to cover they’re proposing to take down. Referring to one of the specu- agreed, however, that a southern our borrowing capacity. It’s a great the entire three blocks directly They’re taking down the history of lative 20 year master plans, Finstad expansion is in the overall best in- time to make these moves.” Community Block Party

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Page 6 June 2008 • Monitor • www.MonitorSaintPaul.com I am newly back from my annual child’s life. Know their friends. trek to the North Shore of Lake Become familiar with their inter- Superior. Every year I attend a ests. Eat meals together. Plan conference at the beginning of Cares and Cures physical activities as a family. May. It is held at a lovely resort Talk with their teachers about north of Two Harbors. We splurge By JANE KILIAN, M.D. school performance and behav- and rent a lake home more beau- iors. tiful than our own home - com- And watch for signs of de- plete with fire place, dishwasher, Dealing with adolescent depression pression. If you are concerned, hot tub, and expansive views of talk to your son or daugh- that spectacular lake. The confer- ter. Schedule an appointment ence focuses on child and adoles- If your teen is having trouble any fun. Nothing brings him When she shows them to the with their health care cent psychiatry. It is a beautiful sleeping or is sleeping all the joy. So she isn’t interested in par- daughter, who is depressed and provider. Most family practice setting in which to discuss a time, consider depression. If your ticipating in activities or he does- seeing everything through red doctors and pediatricians are fa- rather difficult topic. teen’s grades are slipping, consid- n’t talk to anyone about anything. glasses, the daughter does not see miliar with adolescent depression I learned so much that I can- er depression. If s/he isn’t spend- Because thinking is disrupted lemons but sees oranges. And and can help with both the diag- not share all of it in this article. ing time with friends, consider de- with depression, your teen may they are pretty crummy looking nosis and the treatment of this But I do want to mention a few pression. Weight changes, poor react to situations in a very unex- oranges at that (small, oval illness. points that have stayed on my hygiene, and changes in eating pected way because they lose shaped, and a bit off color). Depression is fixable. Teens mind. This article will be about habits (in particular craving car- some of their ability to have per- So no one is happy - daugh- can recover, go on to have fun, do adolescent depression. At another bohydrates), can all be signs of spective on other’s actions. ter cannot appreciate the gift and well in school, engage in good re- time I will write about childhood depression. Here’s an example. Imagine mom wonders why she even tried lationships. But only if someone depression. Depression is a condition that depression very gradually because nothing seems to please notices that they are depressed One of the speakers empha- which affects three primary as- turns someone’s vision from clear her daughter anyway. and guides them to help. sized that we clinicians teach par- pects of a person’s life: their to red. So each day the depressed This is an example of the ents how to know if their child mood, their energy, and their cog- person begins to see things in cognitive changes that accompa- (Dr. Kilian is a family practice has a fever, or is dehydrated, or nitive (or thinking) abilities. One darker shades of pink or red. But ny depression. Other examples physician who lives and works in the has other symptoms of physical characteristic of depression is a the teen doesn’t know this be- are misinterpreting what friends Midway Como community. She be- illness. But we don’t teach parents person’s inability to have fun, to cause it is happening so gradually, say - so the teen ends up thinking lieves that good medicine means car- how to notice if their child or teen enjoy activities that used to be and the parent doesn’t know this that no one likes them, or that ing for people as well as curing dis- is depressed. pleasurable. This is called “anhe- because it is not obvious to them. everyone picks on them all the eases. We want to address your health Depressed teens often show donia” from the word hedonism So - a mom sees beautiful time, or that teachers favor the concerns so please let us know what different symptoms than de- (which means fun). With the pre- lemons at the grocery other students. All of these exam- topics you would like to see in future pressed adults. Plus, teens nor- fix “an” it means lack of fun. store. Knowing that her daughter ples deserve further exploration, columns. If you have suggestions or mally have extremes in moods. So An adolescent who is de- has been sad lately, and knowing but they could be signs of depres- questions, write to the Monitor c/o it can be difficult to know what is scribed as “having a bad attitude” that her daughter loves lemons, sion. 1885 University Avenue West, #110, normal adolescent behavior, and is often suffering from depression the mom buys some of these lus- What’s a parent to do? First St. Paul, MN 55104. Or e-mail what are signs of depression. and anhedonia. She is not having cious lemons for her daughter. of all - be involved with your [email protected].) Funding for Central Corridor, Polar Bear Odyssey restored to State budget By JANE MCCLURE As of late May city and obtain the federal match for the Things didn’t end as badly county officials were continu- $892 million project. as expected. That’s the assess- ing to scrutinize legislation, bill County Commissioner Jim ment of the 2008 legislative ses- by bill. The City Council and McDonough, who chairs the sion that St. Paul and Ramsey the County Board will get de- Regional Rail Authority, had County leaders share. tailed legislative summaries in predicted that if the money “It could have been a lot June. Not long after that, they would be restored, it would worse,” said Ward Five Council begin preparing for the 2009 happen at the last minute. Hav- Member Lee Helgen, who chairs session. ing the $70 million put back in the City Council’s Ad Hoc Leg- Probably the most high- place allows commissioners to islative Committee. “There’s not profile project county and city now focus on detailed engineer- much we can do when we’re officials were tracking was the ing studies of the project, which dealing with a governor who quest for $70 million for the will be wrapped up this sum- wants to play political games Central Corridor light rail line. Despite seeing every St. Paul request in the original bonding bill vetoed, mer. McDonough and other and veto our projects.” The allocation was line-item ve- state lawmakers did restore $300,000 to complete the Polar Bear Odyssey commissioners said they were Helgen praised the city’s toed by Pawlenty, then restored at Como Zoo. pleased to see the $70 million legislative delegation for its ef- in last-minute budget negotia- restored, so that the project can forts to work with local elected tions. dor for years under the auspices the $70 million restored. Not move forward. officials, during what at times County commissioners, of the county’s Regional Rail having that money in place was a very trying session. who shepherded Central Corri- Authority, were pleased to see would make it more difficult to CONTINUED ON PAGE 15 www.MonitorSaintPaul.com

www.MonitorSaintPaul.com • Monitor • June 2008 Page 7 Mike’s Auto Care: living out a dream on Rice St. despite pinch of rising gas prices

By JAN WILLMS chanic,” Andresen said. It’s a busy Saturday morning, Andresen is well aware of the and Ray Andresen takes a short increasing cost of gasoline and the break from working on a car. The economic hardship being felt by phone is ringing, and a customer customers. comes by to collect her auto. An- “I hate the high gas prices as dresen, who with his wife, Diane, much as the next guy,” he said. He owns Mike’s Auto Care at 1174 cited the customer who pays $4 Rice Street, takes it all in stride. per gallon for 30 gallons of gas, He is, after all, living out his and talked about how much it dream. costs him when he purchases two “For the last 25 years, I have to three thousand gallons. “It For his part, Mike’s Auto Care owner Ray Andresen, 1174 Rice Street, said he thinks the automobile should be em- wanted a gas station,” Andresen hurts me as much as my customer, braced. He would like to see more full-service stations, and also drive-in restaurants and drive-in movies. said. He put in 22 years at Merit just on a larger scale,” he said. Chevrolet, and in July 2000 Andresen has six pumps at his “I just drag my feet when the like the newer ones.” “I don’t think the government bought the station on Rice Street, station, and they are the old me- price goes up so fast, because it is He said he likes the mechani- will be happy until we’re paying joining the many other automo- chanical pumps. time-consuming,” he said. cal pumps because they are sim- $9 to $10 per gallon,” he said. tive shops, car dealers and gas sta- “A huge difference between Andresen said four of his ple. “If something breaks, I can fix “This is the United States of Amer- tions that populate the North End. the old pumps and the new com- pumps only go as high as $2.99 it. And it doesn’t cost a lot to fix.” ica. There is no reason we should “My wife’s uncle put me and puterized ones is when you want per gallon, and two only go up to Although he has the option of be paying more than $1 per gal- Ed Rebas, the previous owner, to- to change prices,” Andresen said. $3.99. “If gas goes higher, you replacing parts of his old pumps lon. We have the technology and gether,” Andresen said. Mike was “With the new ones, you just type have to do half gallon pricing,” he with numeric computers that will resources, but the government is Rebas’s father, and Rebas encour- in price changes on a computer. I said. go up to $9.99, he does not plan getting in the way of doing busi- aged Andresen to keep the name. have to go out and physically “When it gets busy, it’s easy to to do so anytime soon. ness.” “If someone calls and asks for change each number on each make a mistake and charge some- “My pumps are pretty much He said there is much talk Mike, you’ll know it’s a salesman,” pump. Sometimes the prices one $10 for gas instead of $20. bulletproof, and can’t go wrong,” about the higher price of gasoline Rebas told him, since Mike had change four times in a day, and I And I have done that.” he said. The one addition he in other countries, but he wants to been deceased for a number of don’t have time to change the But in spite of the inconven- would like to have is the capability also hear about the countries that years. numbers as often as I should.” ience, Andresen prefers his older for his pumps to make a dinging are paying much less. The station, built in 1952, He said that when the gas pumps. noise, as they did in earlier years. “I believe it’s social engineer- was under the Texaco brand. How- price drops, it drops, and he has “People have less problems Andresen reaches back in ing,” he said. “They’ll get us on the ever, since Texaco left Minnesota, no choice but to get out and with the old pumps,” he said. time to when he was growing up, light rail and buses when the gas Andresen has operated as an inde- change the prices. “They’re not subject to weather watching Andy Griffith and other goes up so high.” pendent. old movies and television, with For his part, Andresen said he “Getting suppliers that will the guy at the service station wear- thinks the automobile should be guarantee quality gasoline is a ing a hat. embraced. He would like to see challenge,” Andresen said. He said “I fell in love with that,” he more full-service stations, and also that one of his suppliers has a test said. drive-in restaurants and drive-in kit, however, which enables him He offers full service at his movies. to test the gas. station. His passion for nostalgia is re- “If I’m fixing cars, I need qual- “I like it that way,” he said. flected in the Texaco memorabilia ity gas,” he noted. “That’s the way I was raised. My in his place of business. Besides pumping gas, An- wife likes to say our station is pay- There is a picture of a Texaco dresen provides all types of auto at-the-pump, the old-fashioned station on Route 66, circa 1947. care and maintenance. He “sub- way.” Lights from Lionel Trains light the lets” major engine repair, recom- “The full-service is more per- picture. An advertisement shows a mending another service provider. sonal,” he added, “and that’s good woman in fancy dress, touting Tex- “If someone came in and PR. I don’t just sit there and collect aco, from the World War II era. A filled up with poor quality gas, the money.” gas pump from 1940 stands near they would remember that. And As far as today’s high prices, the door. when it came time to get car repair Although Mike's Auto Care owner Ray Andresen has the option of replacing Andresen said he had never “I love pumping gas,” An- done, they would just remember parts of his old pumps with numeric computers that will go up to $9.99, he thought prices would hit $3 per dresen said. “The weather doesn’t the bad gas and go to another me- does not plan to do so anytime soon. (Photo by Terry Faust) gallon. bother me, and it’s nice to get out and greet customers and talk with them. I’d like to do this for a long, long time.”

Page 8 June 2008 • Monitor • www.MonitorSaintPaul.com IFP Minnesota is a place where the magic becomes reality

By JAN WILLMS Emily Goldberg, a documentari- Film director Francis Ford an best known for her transgen- Coppola claims that cinema, der love story, “Venus and Mars,” movies and magic have always based on the transgender band, been related. All the Pretty Horses. “The very earliest people who An art history major in col- made film were magicians,” he lege, Goldberg planned on a ca- said. reer in archaeology. IFP Minnesota Center for “I found out it was not my Media Arts, 2466 University Ave., thing; I needed to be around peo- is a place where the magic can be- ple,” she said. She moved to the come reality. Twin Cities in her early twenties, IFP Minnesota is the Center and started working in public tel- for Media Arts that supports and evision. She moved into the arts promotes the work of artists who and documentary filmmaking, create screenplays, film, video which has become her great love. and photography in the Midwest, “The last 10 years I have been according to its vision statement. freelancing and making inde- “We want to be considered a pendent films,” she said. center for people to come togeth- She said she does video pro- er, learn, network, promote and duction to support her documen- exhibit their work—in general, a tary habit. welcoming place to nurture their Her McKnight award is help- creativity,” said Reilly Tillman, ing her fund a documentary she education director. is doing on an animal rights ac- Through a series of mergers tivist in Oregon. with earlier media centers, pool- Goldberg works out of a stu- ing resources to become one dio at 2402 University, Suite 600, strong organization, IFP Min- with several others involved in nesota opened its doors at its cur- video production. She also co- IFP Minnesota Center for Media Arts, 2466 University Ave., is a place where the magic can become reality. Above, rent location in 2005. teaches a class on how to make a Emily Goldberg speaks to Reilly Tillman about recent trends in filmmaking. (Photo by Terry Faust) IFP Minnesota offers 30-35 successful documentary trailer at classes per quarter on filmmak- IFP. ing, photography and creative dents through residency program- and tools to make it a reality.” bugle corps performance has “A big part of making docu- software programs. ming, according to Tillman. He added that he is also get- been a passion of his. His film mentaries is getting others inter- The space offers state-of-the Youth photo classes and ting more and more parents call- was shown twice on public televi- ested in funding or helping, and art darkrooms. Classes are held in filmmaking classes are offered at ing, asking if it is okay if their 16- sion. you need a 10-minute piece to the large darkroom, which has 16 IFP during the summer. year-old is in a class with adults. Tillman said the program has show prospective funders. That’s enlarger stations. In collaboration with the He said the young student fre- been revamped for 2008 and is an art in itself,” Goldberg said. A computer lab features al- Minnesota History Center, youth quently turns out to be the most now called “Fresh Filmmaker She said she finds IFP Min- most every software program a make a “minnedocumentary,” a motivated in the class. Production Grants” in memory of nesota a great place that brings filmmaker or photographer could short film about some historical An access grant program Dennis O’Rourke. “He was THE together makers of all levels. “It’s want, such as Final Cut Pro, Pro aspect of Minnesota. from IFP offers up to $2,500 to- movie sound expert who gener- a great opportunity to learn from Tools, Photoshop, Dream weaver, “The History Center opened ward equipment rental or facili- ously provided his professional people who are already doing,” After Effects and Flash. its doors, and the kids had access ties for an individual to work on services to indie filmmakers at she said. “We’re expanding the lab,” to archive photos and could in- a project. He or she writes a proj- below-market rates,” Tillman She said that from her per- Tillman said. He said the goal is terview certain curators,” he said. ect proposal with a budget and said. spective as an instructor, she gets to keep the classes small. They were able to go into all the timeline in applying for the grant. IFP Minnesota also offers a lot out of it, looking at what is An LCD projection system restricted access areas.” “I was in the first round of four fellowships each year out there in the community. Her was just installed. IFP Minnesota classes are people to get that grant,” Tillman through the McKnight Founda- students range in age from 16 to Through a recently launched open to people from all commu- said. He did a documentary tion, two in screenwriting and mid-60s, a broad range of men Youth Education Program, IFP nities and all ages. on the Madison Scouts Drum and two in filmmaking, offering and women. MN has partnered with three “Oftentimes, people who Bugle Corps called “Madison on $25,000 to each recipient. “For people making their public schools during the aca- start taking classes when in their Tour.” The two-time world cham- “These fellowships are target- first films, you can see the light demic year, serving approximate- 30s, 40s or 50s become the more pionship group from Wisconsin ed at mid-career artists who al- bulbs going off in their heads,” ly 150 students in Minneapolis serious filmmakers,” Tillman had been performing nearly 70 ready have a body of work,” Till- she said. and St. Paul. IFP MN artist in- said. “For example, someone may years. Tillman, who plays with man said. structors bring high quality film- have a documentary or narrative Minnesota Brass, said drum and A 2007 fellowship winner is CONTINUED ON PAGE 13 making education and exhibition project already in the works, and opportunities to high school stu- we provided them the knowledge WE ARE A FULL SERVICE GROCERY STORE WITH A COMPLETE SELECTION OF GROCERY, FROZEN, MEAT, DELI AND PRODUCE ITEMS. SERVING ST. PAUL FOR 100 YEARS! YOUR FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD GROCERY STORE CHECK OUT OUR SELECTION OF USDA CHOICE BLACK ANGUS T-BONES, PORTERHOUSE, RIB EYES, SIRLOINS, FRESH GROUND BEEF, STUFFED PORK CHOPS, OUR OWN HAMBURGER & BRATWURST PATTIES, ITALIAN SAUSAGE & HOT DAGOS 8 DIFFERENT FREEZER PACKS TO CHOOSE FROM ONE FOR EVERY PRICE RANGE AND FREEZER SIZE

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www.MonitorSaintPaul.com • Monitor • June 2008 Page 9 University Avenue New butterfly exhibit opens at Como Park Music of U2 featured at group meets June 19 St. Timothy Lutheran The next meeting of the Universi- A unique new presentation of mu- ty Avenue Business Association is sic with a message awaits visitors June 19, at 8:00 a.m. at Model to St, Timothy Lutheran Church in Cities, 849 University Avenue, for St. Paul, where on June 21 the a follow-up discussion on park- parish will hold its annual “Music ing issues. The group will be pre- on the Blacktop” and the first lo- senting options for how to ad- cal “U2Charist” worship service. dress the loss of most street park- The unique U2Charist will be ing because of the construction fueled by the music of the band of light rail. A light breakfast will U2 and will raise visitors’ aware- be served. ness of the ONE Campaign, the Please forward this notice to global effort to combat poverty, other business people as these hunger and disease, especially in should be very important meet- the world’s poorest countries and ings. For additional information regions. call 651-647-6711 or visit All revenue from Music on www.universityavenuebiz.com the Blacktop and all donations collected during the U2Charist will be donated to the ONE Cam- District 10 sponsors paign, Jorgensen said. Parishioners and supporters are donating time and materials for the annual street Tai Chi course party. The band U2 allows its mu- The District 10 Como sic to be used without licensing or Community Council is sponsor- royalty fees at worship services ing a six-week Tai Chi course whose offerings are fully donated starting Saturday, June 21 at 9 to non-profit, non-government or- a.m. in Como Park, southwest of ganizations such as ONE Cam- paign that support the Millenni- the Pavilion. There will be no See hundreds of butterflies from Asia, North, Central and South America flying freely in a new indoor, tempo- um Development Goals. class on July 5. Tai Chi is a com- rary exhibit among tropical plants in a lush garden environment at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. Como’s The June 21 activities at St. bination of movement, bal- Blooming Butterflies opened June 6 and is open daily from 10 am to 6 pm through September 7. Visitors can ex- Timothy start with Music on the ance and meditation that pays perience a spectacular butterfly garden where they are immersed in a lush butterfly habitat surrounded by hun- Blacktop from 4-6:30 p.m. This special attention to the body and dreds of butterflies moving freely throughout Blooming Butterflies. Over 100 species from around the world will annual street party is a community mind. The Sun Style course for be exhibited throughout the summer, with each visit creating a different experience. At any given time up to 500 event that promotes meeting beginners will be offered. butterflies can be found in the habitat delighting guests through intimate interaction. Donations will be accepted. For neighbors and enjoying live music more information, please see the and kids’ carnival games on the June 21st 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and place Monday, June 30 from District 10 website at street in front of the church. It has Jehovah hosts Sunday June 22nd 11 a.m. to 2 6:30- 8 p.m. on the northwest www.comopark.org or call 651- never been viewed as a fundraiser, p.m. Bethel is located one block lawn of Hamline Methodist 644-3889. Jorgensen said, but as a lively way young organists west of Dale Street at 670 W. Church, corner of Asbury and to bring neighbors together. Wheelock Pky. Simpson. The event for for all Whenever it has produced a profit, On Tuesday June 24 from 8:30 to Proceeds from the Bake Sale ages will to celebrate seven years the funds were donated to chari- 9:15 a.m. Jehovah Lutheran Rice St. Branch Library will benefit Bundles of Love, a of Hamline Midway Elders, A ties such as Habitat for Humanity. Church, 1566 Thomas Avenue, charity which makes baby cloth- Living at Home/Block Nurse The U2Charist will begin at offers June events will host an American Guild of ing and bedding for sick and/or Program, keeping seniors inde- 6:30 p.m. inside the church. With Organists’ (AGO) “Rising Young needy newborns in the Twin City pendent in their homes. the church’s Celebrate Band play- The Rice Street Branch Library has Stars” recital on the church’s area. After the Bundles are pre- Seniors, caregivers, families and ing the music of U2, visitors will a wide variety of activities magnificent Van Daalen organ. pared, they are donated to local potential volunteers are wel- learn not only about the scope of planned for June. A list of events: This morning session features the hospitals, women’s shelters and come to attend. In case of rain, global poverty, hunger and disease, The library will offer an early-liter- “most brilliant young artists clinics where social workers give the event will take place in the but more importantly, how they acy-based preschool story time on from across the country” says Je- them to babies that need them church fellowship hall (south can get involved to lessen these Tuesday June 17 from 10:30-11:00 hovah’s organist Dr. Kim Kasling. the most. door entrance). Questions or to problems. a.m. The Brodini Comedy Magic The concert is part of the Nation- For more information about request free transportation for a Show will perform on Tuesday al AGO 2008 convention being Bethel Lutheran Church, its pro- senior, call 651-209-6542. June 24 at 10:30 am. hosted by the Twin Cities chapter grams and ministries visit Recycle old cell phones Free Job Search Assistance of the AGO from Saturday June www.bethelstpaul.com or call will be offered by a consultant 21 to Friday June 27 throughout 651-488-6681. Luncheon on health July 8 The St. Paul Midway Lions Club, from Goodwill-Easter Seals on the twin cities. More than 20 or- serving this area since 1940, has Fridays from 10:30 am to 12:30 gan concerts and some 65 work- “The Road to Health is Paved need for increased revenues to pm. No appointment is necessary. shops will be held, newly com- St. Joseph’s School with Good Intestines!” An support its many charitable pro- Stepping Stone Theatre class- missioned works will be intro- overview of issues regarding the grams including helping Good es for 3-1/2 to 5 year olds will be duced and the International Year lower GI tract including colon Counsel Cancer Home, area food- held from 1 to 2 p.m. on Satur- of the Organ will be inaugurated holds open houses cancer, irritable bowel and shelves, and preventing diabetes days June 14, 21, and 28. Using with several special events to cel- St. Joseph’s School of Music, 450 Crohn’s Disease will be present- and eye disease. Recycling your body, voice and imagination, stu- ebrate The King of Instruments. N. Syndicate St., will hold three ed at a luncheon for Hamline old cell phone helps the environ- dents will explore different cul- The “Rising Young Stars” open houses to introduce their Midway seniors on Tuesday, July ment and now, your community tures in their community by concert at Jehovah is open by new programs, Footprints and 8 beginning at 11:30 a.m. at Lions Club. The following St. Paul bringing a different folktale to life invitation only due to the large First Steps, to families of children 1514 Englewood Avenue. The locations have Lions-marked during each class session. Register number of AGO convention reg- birth through age 7. Tours of the speaker will be Virginia Schuster drop-off boxes. For more informa- in person at the library or by call- istrants . Please call Dawn at 651- school and demo/music classes from the MN Gastroenterology tion, call Lion Paul Smrekar at ing 651-558-2223. 644-1421 if you are interested in will be featured. Dates and times: Center. Call the office of 651-646-4733. The Rice Street Library is lo- attending. Tuesday, June 10 at 6 p.m.; Hamline Midway Elders 651- Midway Family YMCA, 1761 cated at 1011 Rice Street between Thursday, June 12 at 10 a.m.; 209-6542 to make reserva- University Avenue; Anchor Bank, Lawson and Hatch. Hours are Thursday, August 7 at 6 p.m. Call tions for the luncheon and 1750 Concordia and Snelling; Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Bake sale at Bethel 651-690-4364 to reserve a spot or request free transportation. If Korte’s Supermarket Store, 1326 12:30-9 p.m.; Tuesday 10 a.m.-9 for further information. you are a senior, caregiver or Randolph; Lund and Lange Florist, p.m.; and Friday and Saturday, 10 Church June 21-22 neighbor and would 272 Snelling So.; Associated a.m.-5:30 p.m. like information about our serv- Hearing of St. Paul, 393 North For more event information, Bethel Women’s Fellowship Ice Cream Social June 30 ices, visit www.blocknurse.org Dunlap St. #115; Brewberry’s please call 651-558-2223 or visit Group is having a Bake Sale at Neighborhood Coffee Shop, www.sppl.org. Bethel Lutheran Church Saturday An Ice Cream Social will take Fairview and Randolph.

Page 10 June 2008 • Monitor • www.MonitorSaintPaul.com of the proposed technologies. Fu- The properties are zoned for In a minute el oil, natural gas, wood biomass business use, which will not and RDF were among the op- change. Continued from page 2 tions discussed. The group is still the Rock-Tenn Community Advi- looking at possible use of biogas, sory Panel (RCAP) will hear which could be produced Como property more information about public through an anaerobic digestion health impacts at its meeting at 7 or gassification process. p.m. Monday, June 16. The RCAP is also working on its purchases parking lot group meets at the new Wilder draft report and recommenda- A Como Avenue rental property Center at Lexington and Univer- tions on technology and fuel owner will be able to purchase a sity. types. Later this summer area dis- parking lot it has rented for more The task force includes repre- trict councils and other groups than 20 years. The St. Paul City sentatives of area district coun- could start weighing in on the Council, acting as the Housing cils, organized labor, the Midway choices. The issue will eventually and redevelopment Authority Chamber of Commerce and the go to the St. Paul City Council. (HRA) agreed May 28 to sell land general public. Its members have Detailed documents about at Snelling and Como avenues to worked with many consultants as the various technologies can be DeVine Management. they look at energy options rang- found on the RCAP web site, at The land is a parking lot at ing from continued use of fuel www.rtadvisory.org the northeast corner of Como oil and natural gas to agricultural and Snelling. DeVine Manage- biomass and refuse-derived fuel Target owns about 15.7 acres of property on University between Syndicate, ment owns buildings nearby at or RDF. Thus far burning of fuels Target proposal wins 1563 and 1565 Como Av. The has proven to be the most con- St. Anthony and Hamline. Target would like to split off its store property and parking areas, with two smaller lots created along University. buildings contain eight commer- troversial option. A group calling Union Park support cial units and nine apartments. itself neighbors Against the Burn- The company has leased the er formed last year to oppose A proposal to subdivide land study by a St. Paul Planning ty are vacant and don’t include a parking lot since 1985 but would burning technology. north of the new Midway Super- Commission task force. City staff building that houses a video like to own the property. Starting in 1983 Rock-Tenn’s Target store won the support of have indicated that Hamline, as store and travel agency. The two The land is owned by the power came from Xcel Energy’s Union Park District Council May well as the Victoria and Western lots would be developed as new Minnesota Department of Trans- High Bridge Plant. A five-mile 7. But the council is also asking station sites, could be studied retail uses. No specific users have portation (MnDOT) and was long steam line extended from that any new structures in the next year. been identified by Target. Union purchased years ago when the riverfront plant to the Mid- area along University Avenue fol- Target officials want to split Park Land Use Chairperson Scott Snelling Avenue was rebuilt. Be- way. But when the old coal-burn- low transit-oriented development what is now one parcel on Uni- Banas said that when specific re- cause MnDOT cannot sell its ing High bridge facility was shut guidelines, as Target officials versity Avenue into three parcels tail users are identified, plans land directly to a private property down last summer, the source of promised when the store plans for commercial or mixed-use de- would be brought back to the owner, the HRA had to act as a steam power went away. The new were approved two years ago. velopment. This plan was dis- district council and city officials conduit for the purchase. facility is fired by natural gas and Yet another request is that cussed when SuperTarget went for review and approval. The property was put out for wasn’t built with the capacity to the city extend its zoning overlay through the city approval A proposal to site a hotel on bids and DeVine was the only generate steam. restrictions for Central Corridor process. one of the parcels fell through bidder. RCAP is currently looking at station areas to include the pro- Target owns about 15.7 acres last year. The purchase has the sup- a number of energy options and posed Hamline station area. The of property on University be- When SuperTarget was built, port of the District 10 (Como) received preliminary costs of restrictions, which the City tween Syndicate, St. Anthony and some underground utilities were Community Council. No one ap- building and operating various Council approved last month, Hamline. Target would like to installed for future sanitary sewer peared at an HRSA public hear- energy generation facilities June limit development around other split off its store property and service. Storm sewer connections ing to speak against the purchase. 2. The group also reviewed station sites. parking areas, with two smaller and drainage plans will be spreadsheets of what it would Hamline is not one of the lots created along University. planned when specific uses and cost to produce fuels using some station areas currently under The two lots along Universi- plans come forward. - Compiled by Jane McClure

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By JANE MCCLURE been used for different businesses streets and in the north-south al- provals such as variances. Other more specifics. Committee mem- A proposal to redevelop a site including a used car sales lot and a ley, and how a new development past projects on the site have need- bers said that all they have seen is at Rice and Jessamine is generating clinic. The neighborhood has re- would fit into the surrounding ed parking variances but one in- an artists’ rendering, rather than debate in the North End. The jected some redevelopment pro- area. tent of traditional neighborhoods detailed building drawings. plans call for tearing down a for- posals for the site, which brought a The development site is zoned or TN zoning is to ease what some Lacking those specifics com- mer fast food restaurant and build- threat of legal action from one for traditional neighborhoods use, see as overly onerous city parking mittee members recommended ing a three-story building on its prospective developer. so a rezoning is not needed. A restrictions. denial of the project’s conditional site and on an adjacent parking The issues that arise with site conditional use permit is needed The current project has been use permit May 27. Committee lot. redevelopment include proximity for the drive-through for a pro- discussed for the past few months members also indicated that the A June 17 community meet- to a residential neighborhood to posed coffee shop. It’s not clear yet but some District 6 task force project could be brought back in ing to discuss the project has been the west, traffic on neighborhood if the project needs other city ap- members said they want to see the future and a new vote taken. cancelled and the developers have Another concern is the re- had their application pulled by quest for two curb cuts on Jes- city staff. City staff can decide samine. Land Use Task force Chair- whether or not an application is man Jeff Martens said neighbor- complete or incomplete. The Plan- hoods residents have fought for ning Commission cannot act on years to block the creation of curb an incomplete application. Staff cuts, a battle going back decades decided there were questions on ago when a Burger Chef was built the conditional use permit as well at the site. The fear has always as a parking variance and asked been that curb cuts would send the developers to prepare new traffic into the residential neigh- plans. Until those new plans are borhood to the west. submitted, there is no issue before “The neighbors said no then the Planning Commission and its and the indications are that they’ll Zoning Committee. say no now,” Martens said. When The proposal had originally Burger Chef and later Hardees op- been scheduled for June 5 but that erated at the site the restaurant Zoning Committee meeting had drive-through lane traffic entered to be canceled when notices for and exited from Rice Street. eight pending zoning requests Because Hardees’ has been weren’t sent out on time. closed for many years and a new The Rice Street property has drive-through would be built, pre- been considered a blight on the vious approvals for the old drive- neighborhood for some time. It through would no longer be in ef- was a fast food restaurant for many fect. years, popular with kids and senior Frustration was also expressed citizens. Its last occupant, Hardees, The Rice Street property at Rice and Jessamine has been considered a blight on the neighborhood for some time. It about the lack of time to flier the closed almost a decade ago. was a fast food restaurant for many years, popular with kids and senior citizens. Its last occupant, Hardees, closed community before the May 27 Since then the property has almost a decade ago. meeting. City planning staff didn’t notify District 6 of the upcoming Planning Commission meeting until just before the Memorial Day weekend. That didn’t allow time to get fliers out. “I think people want to see a successful project built there,” Martens said. “The site needs to be redeveloped. But there hasn’t been Hearty enough information shared. 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Page 12 June 2008 • Monitor • www.MonitorSaintPaul.com Renstrom Continued from page 1 “I’m excited about the new Though he did admit that such a plan would have implica- vocation, and I’m really tions on the church, Renstrom was quick to point out that Hamline excited for Hamline University’s master plan is far from set in stone. It’s already un- Church’s future.” dergone considerable revision as community and faculty members alike raise concerns about the fu- - Pastor Greg Renstrom ture of the university—one of which was the future of the school’s relationship to the church Renstrom’s real anchors have hind St. Andrew, the patron saint that has been its neighbor for 127 Bag up Big Savings at... years. always truly been community and of Scotland, whose name is cur- Renstrom said that he and the faith—his post at Hamline rently used by Renstrom’s alma MIKE’S DISCOUNT FOODS Church was just a way he lived matter, the University of St. An- congregation he leads trust that re- “Some Grocery Prices Up 32%” lationship. After all, it may well be them out. drews and their publishing com- the oldest and longest standing in- Now, after 11 years in the pany. and “Apples, Potatoes, Beans 20% Higher Priced” stitutional coupling in the state of Midway area, Renstrom will jump “I’m excited about the new NOT AT MIKE’S! the river to the Seward neighbor- vocation, and I’m really excited for Minnesota. Compare a typical grocery item - Lean Cuisine or Weight Watchers frozen hood in Minneapolis. Hamline Church’s future. They’ve “[The expansion of the uni- entree – $3.53 anywhere else – Mike's Price $1.49; Stouffers Dinner only $1.99 “I’ll be leaving the promised got a lot of wonderful things in versity] has potential for drawing Stretch Your Grocery Dollar on Meat, Produce and Dairy, too us closer, which is always helpful. land and moving to the wilder- store,” Renstrom said. “I’m just so It gives us the opportunity to look ness,” he laughed. grateful for having been here, and 1717 Rice St. / McCarron Hills Center (Rice & Larpenteur) In Minneapolis, Renstrom at how we responsibly use land every church I’ve served has been 651-487-2883 Mon-Fri: 9-7 • Sat: 9-6 • Sun: 10-5 and space in ways that are creative won’t be simply messing about just a wonderfully good place to and mutually fulfilling,” Renstrom during his retirement. He plans to be a pastor.” said. “I just find that a great op- work with a Mennonite church “I will miss that.” portunity for both the university that is active in social justice in the Renstrom will lead his final your Lutheran church on the and the church.” Twin Cities and beyond, spend service with Hamline UMC on He’ll leave the future of that time at the Birchwood Cafe, where Sunday, June 22. c relationship in the hands of his he currently writes his sermons, He’ll be succeeded by Rev. Pa- Sundays: o and start his own publishing com- tricia Hinker, currently of Owaton- congregation and of Hamline 9:00 and 10:30 Worship r UMC’s new pastor, Patricia pany, the St. Ninian Press (SNP). na, whose first service will be the HInker. St. Ninian (of course) is the sec- week immediately following Ren- 9:00 Education Hour n ond great saint of Scotland, be- strom’s departure—June 29. Pastor Bob Benke e r and in lots of grassroots type it.” screenings,” he said. Leigh Erlandson, a senior at a community of joy IFP His most recent work has St. Catherine’s pursuing a degree been “Intent,” a documentary that in journalism, is one who has Continued from page 9 searches for meaning in the Con- benefited from classes at IFP Min- Goldberg said documentary stitution and has shown on PBS nesota. She has taken screenwrit- work is always varied. affiliates. ing, intro to Canon Camera and Jehovah LUTHERAN at Thomas and Snelling “I don’t have a boring office Ehling said he completed an most recently, intro to Final Cut job, and I get to meet interesting independent degree in film pro- Pro. www.jehovahlutheran.org 651-644-1421 people and dip into their lives for duction at Metro State, but started “I use IFP to supplement a day, or a week, or five years—I freelancing before he completed what I can’t take at St. Kate’s or St. love that. When I tell myself I his studies. He also attended Thomas,” she said. must be crazy, I think of that.” classes at Minneapolis Communi- Erlandson has been working Joining Goldberg in the ty and Technical College and got on a screenplay, a comedy that video production studio as well as an internship at IFP Minnesota. she hopes will give a realistic por- teaching the documentary class is “IFP was how I got started in trayal of a young woman. Matt Ehling, who works as a free- the business,” he said. “I met a “Journalism is a great skill set lance producer, editor and cine- cinematographer looking for extra to have, but I want to pursue the matographer. help on a film, and I got my first screenwriting,” she said. Ehling said he has been in job through him. Subsequent Erlandson said that besides the communications business for jobs can all be traced back to the classes, IFP offers great oppor- 15 years, using his income as a him.” tunities to meet professionals in living and a way to fund his docu- Ehling said the nice thing the field at its annual conference. mentaries. about the film community in “There are such good net- “I focus largely on civil liber- Minnesota is that it is fairly tight working opportunities, and sup- ties, court of law and law enforce- and more cooperative than in LA. port too. You have an idea, and ment,” he said. He did a docu- “Teaching is part of that out- they ask how they can help you mentary called “Urban Warrior” reach in giving back to the film and what you need. 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Page 14 June 2008 • Monitor • www.MonitorSaintPaul.com did restore $300,000 to com- states that property tax increas- drop of as much as 7.3 percent to one-time resources used in plete the Polar Bear Odyssey at es are capped at 3.9 percent for 2009. That compares to an 2008. But it now appears that State Como Zoo. That allows the per year for the next three increase in the residential base there will be an additional $6 city to complete the project years. of an estimated 5.25 percent. million in LGA going to the and create a new habitat for Helgen said local elected City finance office staff city, which in turn will reduce budget the popular bears. officials need to understand had estimated that the 2009 the $13.1 million gap. One key piece of legisla- the implications of the cap and budget gap would total $13.1 For the county, calculating tion that will be studied close- what it means for budgets in million. Of that amount $7.7 what is gained and lost in aids Continued from page 7 ly in the weeks ahead is a pro- both the short and long term. million is from inflation, rising typically takes a look through The Central Corridor was posed cap on property tax in- How a cap would affect a energy costs, health insurance all of the various financing just one of two local capital creases. How that will apply to changing property tax picture and pension costs, and costs of bills for human services, law projects restored to the budget. the city and county is still be- is a big question mark. One living increases. A $200,000 enforcement, public health Despite seeing every St. Paul ing studied, in anticipation of city finance projection is that decrease in LGA had been fore- and other types of programs. request in the original bonding upcoming 2009 city and coun- as a whole, the residential cast, and an additional $5.2 Counties receive program-spe- bill vetoed, state lawmakers ty budget discussions. The bill property tax base could see a million was seen as a need due cific aids, rather than LGA.

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The clover- At least once a month I stop leaf buns ($2.75 a dozen) are my at Tschida (pronounced like favorites, and the hot dog, brat, “cheetah”) Bakery located in the comes in when he visits his and hamburger buns are much North End neighborhood at 1116 daughter here and takes a couple more flavorful and fresh than any Rice Street. The classic, two-story of poppy seed coffeecakes home corporate grocery store brand. brick commercial building built in with him. Tschida Bakery has a My grandmother’s favorite 1902 has a faded morning glory steady crowd of regulars from coffeecakes are the fruit ones; she mural on the side of the building. around the Twin Cities and the loves the apple, cherry, prune, This is a real old fashioned, glass- North End. On a given day you’ll date, or apricot equally ($5.00 a case, creaky-screen-door-that- see local workmen on a doughnut piece). If you can get there in time, bangs-shut-behind-you sort of break, mothers with young chil- you may snatch a poppy seed or bakery. My hometown’s Corner dren in for a “special treat,” stu- apple strudel ($7.50 a piece), and Bakery has been gone for nearly dents from St. Bernard’s stopping I am partial to the cream cheese 20 years, but when I return home in after school for cookies, and but that’s an occasional splurge for to Wisconsin, I stop at Tschida anyone else inventing a reason to me. Bakery and load up on coffeecake forgo their diet and load up on de- Other goodies include and nutty doughnuts to bring to licious goodies. crispies, éclairs, and turnovers at my grandma who misses her fa- At 95 cents a piece you really $1.25 a piece. Seasonal treats in- vorite bakery treats. can’t go wrong with sampling a clude rosettes along with assorted That nostalgia for bakeries bakers’ dozen ($9.50) of dough- Christmas cookies and hot cross long gone is what most people nuts and picking your favorites buns at Easter. On a given morn- feel about Tschida Bakery. The amongst at least that many choic- ing you’ll find cupcakes, but they store front windows are filled with es. My favorite is the raised dough- may be gone come afternoon. seasonal displays. The interior is nuts. None other than a proper Cakes must be special ordered two filled with the charm and scent of bakery can get that combination days in advance. Don’t forget to a bakery that’s been in business of savory buttery layers and light- check out the rack of day old treats for decades. The plate rail is ness in a raised doughnut. where the prices will make you in- topped with an assortment of My kids and I have long been vent a reason to buy bags of as- plates, coffee pots, and vintage taste-testing the cookies. We each sorted cookies or doughnuts to cake decorations. It’s fun just to have our favorites, and as cookies take home or bring in to work. stand and take in the great aura of go, 60 cents a piece ($4.50 a the place, while you’re figuring out dozen) is a steal. The gingersnaps what to purchase. and toffee crunch are subtle in Tschida Bakery is open Brian Anderson has owned their ginger flavor and are the Tuesday through Friday from Long-time Tschida Bakery employee Kathy Luchsinger is just waiting to load up the bakery since 1978, buying it same thin crispiness as the peanut 5:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., and your bag with all the many bakery treats found at the Rice Street favorite. from Hank Tschida, the son of the butter, the chocolate chip, and the Saturdays from 6 a.m.-3 p.m.. bakery’s founder who started the M&M. But we are all wooed by the The bakery is closed on business in 1923. Anderson is the sister Darlene run the store front, Anderson, who himself lives oatmeal raisin, which are soft, main baker along with his son, along with some young neighbor in the North End, says that cus- chewy, and taste home-made. Sundays and Mondays when and his sister-in-law Kathy (who’s girls who help on the busy week- tomers do come from all over, in- However, our favorite is a tie be- owner Brian is likely out fishing. worked there for 17 years) and her ends. cluding a guy from Boston who tween the chocolate chunk and

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