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SUMMARY:Julie Schroeder Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:If you are interested in signing up for one of Julie’s workshops\, you can contact her directly at: brushcolour@yahoo.com
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/julie-schroeder-painting-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Regular Buckthorn Removal Days
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a grant through the Minnesota DNR and the Minnesota Legacy Fund\, we are working to get rid of all the buckthorn in Sunfish Lake Park. We contract with Stantec to clear large areas with heavy machinery\, but there are some areas that can’t be easily accessed by vehicles where volunteers can participate on foot by clearing invasives or planting native species. On the second Saturday of every month\, we get a crew together to go out and perform this vital work. We have the loppers and gloves\, bring your energy\, and we can offer you free fresh air and exercise. Work starts at 9:30\, and we can find something for all ages and abilities!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/regular-buckthorn-removal-days/2024-09-14/
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SUMMARY:Mixed Media Lighthouse (w/ Julie Schroeder)
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be using all kinds of materials and imbedding them right into the paint! \nA few of the items I’ll have available will be beads\, lace\, yarns\, ribbons\, papers\, sand\, & glitter. \nWe’ll also be using stencils. \nYou will choose your colors\, pattern & lighthouse\, so each painting will be unique! \nFor more information\, or to register\, contact Julie directly at brushcolour@yahoo.com \nWebsite: Livingwatercolours.com \nPhone: 651-352-5695
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/painting-workshop-with-julie-schroeder/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240810T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240307T210226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T193738Z
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SUMMARY:Regular Buckthorn Removal Days
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a grant through the Minnesota DNR and the Minnesota Legacy Fund\, we are working to get rid of all the buckthorn in Sunfish Lake Park. We contract with Stantec to clear large areas with heavy machinery\, but there are some areas that can’t be easily accessed by vehicles where volunteers can participate on foot by clearing invasives or planting native species. On the second Saturday of every month\, we get a crew together to go out and perform this vital work. We have the loppers and gloves\, bring your energy\, and we can offer you free fresh air and exercise. Work starts at 9:30\, and we can find something for all ages and abilities!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/regular-buckthorn-removal-days/2024-08-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240731T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240611T183643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T183643Z
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SUMMARY:Under the Sea with Creatures and Reefs (Two Days)
DESCRIPTION:Splashing & flinging paint in a really loose wet into wet mixed media beginning. \nUsing paint\, gauze\, & salt\, perhaps handmade papers & some pouring techniques we’ll create an undersea world using your favorite colors!—You can choose any sea creatures you like\, turtles\, dolphins\, jellyfish\, seahorses\, whales are some ideas. Discover and energize your inner artist with exciting new watercolor techniques and watch the magic. You will combine watercolor\, salt & cotton gauze to create this unique textural look for coral reefs. Step by step class demonstrations & individual instruction will be given to help you enhance your ability to paint in a more intuitive & fluid manner. Let loose as you throw & splatter color to add dimension and a fresh\, unrehearsed look to your work. We’ll begin with fresh color and handmade papers. We’ll be dripping\, splashing & flicking paint rich color with a wet into wet beginning by laying in gauze\, papers & salt for texture…all the fun stuff with watercolors! You’ll be free to draw images or just be free with colors. Come prepared to have fun with a variety of techniques & release your inner child \nFor more information\, or to register\, contact Julie directly at brushcolour@yahoo.com \nWebsite: Livingwatercolours.com \nPhone: 651-352-5695
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/under-the-sea-with-creatures-and-reefs-two-days/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240730T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240513T182606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T183614Z
UID:10000071-1722333600-1722348000@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:Under the Sea with Creatures and Reefs (Two Days)
DESCRIPTION:Splashing & flinging paint in a really loose wet into wet mixed media beginning. \nUsing paint\, gauze\, & salt\, perhaps handmade papers & some pouring techniques we’ll create an undersea world using your favorite colors!—You can choose any sea creatures you like\, turtles\, dolphins\, jellyfish\, seahorses\, whales are some ideas. Discover and energize your inner artist with exciting new watercolor techniques and watch the magic. You will combine watercolor\, salt & cotton gauze to create this unique textural look for coral reefs. Step by step class demonstrations & individual instruction will be given to help you enhance your ability to paint in a more intuitive & fluid manner. Let loose as you throw & splatter color to add dimension and a fresh\, unrehearsed look to your work. We’ll begin with fresh color and handmade papers. We’ll be dripping\, splashing & flicking paint rich color with a wet into wet beginning by laying in gauze\, papers & salt for texture…all the fun stuff with watercolors! You’ll be free to draw images or just be free with colors. Come prepared to have fun with a variety of techniques & release your inner child \nFor more information\, or to register\, contact Julie directly at brushcolour@yahoo.com \nWebsite: Livingwatercolours.com \nPhone: 651-352-5695
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/watercolor-workshop-with-julie-schroeder-two-days/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240307T210226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T193738Z
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SUMMARY:Regular Buckthorn Removal Days
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a grant through the Minnesota DNR and the Minnesota Legacy Fund\, we are working to get rid of all the buckthorn in Sunfish Lake Park. We contract with Stantec to clear large areas with heavy machinery\, but there are some areas that can’t be easily accessed by vehicles where volunteers can participate on foot by clearing invasives or planting native species. On the second Saturday of every month\, we get a crew together to go out and perform this vital work. We have the loppers and gloves\, bring your energy\, and we can offer you free fresh air and exercise. Work starts at 9:30\, and we can find something for all ages and abilities!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/regular-buckthorn-removal-days/2024-07-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240513T182014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T182014Z
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SUMMARY:Acrylics Workshop with Julie Schroeder
DESCRIPTION:We are honored to regularly host Julie Schroeder’s popular art workshops here at the SMINC. Topics vary\, as do prices. For more information\, or to register\, contact Julie directly at brushcolour@yahoo.com \nWebsite: Livingwatercolours.com \nPhone: 651-352-5695
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/acrylics-workshop-with-julie-schroeder/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240610T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240610T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240606T123334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T123647Z
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SUMMARY:Closing at Noon for Private Event
DESCRIPTION:We will be closing at noon on Monday\, June 10 for a private event. We will be open in the morning\, and our Little Explorers summer camp session will (9:30 to 11) will go on as scheduled. We apologize for the inconvenience.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/closing-at-noon-for-private-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240307T210226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T193738Z
UID:10000004-1717839000-1717848000@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:Regular Buckthorn Removal Days
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a grant through the Minnesota DNR and the Minnesota Legacy Fund\, we are working to get rid of all the buckthorn in Sunfish Lake Park. We contract with Stantec to clear large areas with heavy machinery\, but there are some areas that can’t be easily accessed by vehicles where volunteers can participate on foot by clearing invasives or planting native species. On the second Saturday of every month\, we get a crew together to go out and perform this vital work. We have the loppers and gloves\, bring your energy\, and we can offer you free fresh air and exercise. Work starts at 9:30\, and we can find something for all ages and abilities!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/regular-buckthorn-removal-days/2024-06-08/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240601T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240307T212043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T141214Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Sunfish Lake Park Family Nature Day
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 1st\, 2024\, 9 AM to 1 PM This FREE event\, held rain or shine\, is suitable for people from pre-K to seniors\, and offers an array of presentations about nature and recreation in Sunfish Lake Park. Wheelchair accessible. \nFamily Nature Day\, normally held on the first Saturday of June\, began with the efforts of Judith Blackford in 2015. Here are some historical documents in Judith’s own words and works\, and a report published in The Source (City of Lake Elmo newsletter ) for Summer 2015
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/annual-sunfish-lake-park-family-nature-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240524T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240513T181655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T181655Z
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SUMMARY:Acrylics Workshop with Julie Schroeder (Two Days)
DESCRIPTION:We are honored to regularly host Julie Schroeder’s popular art workshops here at the SMINC. Topics vary\, as do prices. For more information\, or to register\, contact Julie directly at brushcolour@yahoo.com \nWebsite: Livingwatercolours.com \nPhone: 651-352-5695
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/acrylics-workshop-with-julie-schroeder-two-days-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240513T181503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T181503Z
UID:10000068-1716458400-1716472800@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:Acrylics Workshop with Julie Schroeder (Two Days)
DESCRIPTION:We are honored to regularly host Julie Schroeder’s popular art workshops here at the SMINC. Topics vary\, as do prices. For more information\, or to register\, contact Julie directly at brushcolour@yahoo.com \nWebsite: Livingwatercolours.com \nPhone: 651-352-5695
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/acrylics-workshop-with-julie-schroeder-two-days/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240307T210226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T193738Z
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SUMMARY:Regular Buckthorn Removal Days
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a grant through the Minnesota DNR and the Minnesota Legacy Fund\, we are working to get rid of all the buckthorn in Sunfish Lake Park. We contract with Stantec to clear large areas with heavy machinery\, but there are some areas that can’t be easily accessed by vehicles where volunteers can participate on foot by clearing invasives or planting native species. On the second Saturday of every month\, we get a crew together to go out and perform this vital work. We have the loppers and gloves\, bring your energy\, and we can offer you free fresh air and exercise. Work starts at 9:30\, and we can find something for all ages and abilities!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/regular-buckthorn-removal-days/2024-05-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240307T211510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T211510Z
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SUMMARY:Adopt-a-Tree program
DESCRIPTION:For the April 29th\, 2023 John Neitge Earth Day oak seedling planting event\, we introduced something new: our Adopt-a-Tree program. The bur oak seedings were obtained from the Washington Conservation District. Over 160 were planted in buckthorn-cleared areas of Sunfish Lake Park\, but 25 more are still available at the Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center. \n  \nFor $5 you will receive an oak seedling\, 12-18 inches tall\, a plastic bag to keep the roots moist before planting\, the stake\, and a protective tube for planting it\, with a number label. Each tree will get a unique number\, and we will provide GPS latitude and longitude values so you can find it in the future. Any time the Park is open\, you can visit your tree to water it\, measure it\, count the leaves\, and photograph it. When you send us this information by email\, we will add it to the database as soon as it is ready\, so it can be used to study the success of the Restoration of Sunfish Lake Park project. \n  \nEach tree has a unique number. We are working on a system to keep track of the location of each one. Please bear with us while we work out the technical difficulties. Then\, when the adopter visits their tree\, they can report on how it is faring. We want to see if adopted trees do better than orphans\, and we have also planted (in early October) 25 oak seedlings “fostered” by the Washington County Master Gardeners at their new Gravel Bed Tree Nursery just South of the 4H Building at the Washington County Fairgrounds. \n  \nInterested in adopting a tree? It’s a great opportunity for each child (or adult) to have their own tree for only $5! Email us at oaks23@sminc-lake-elmo.org with name(s) and address(es) of the tree adopter(s). When you sign up\, we will work out a time for a guide to take the adopter(s) out to the Park location where the trees can be planted. \n  \nThose who adopted a tree are invited to visit it any time the Park is open. You may water your tree\, take its picture\, and note its condition. Send the picture and information to oaks23@sminc-lake-elmo.org and we will keep track of it. We are hoping to show that the adopted trees do better than the “orphans” that were planted the same day but not given special care. Do your part to help the forest regenerate after buckthorn removal.
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/adopt-a-tree-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240307T213311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T213311Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, the Sally Manzara Interpretive Nature Center celebrated Earth Day by advancing the Restoration of Sunfish Lake Park. Please visit the “Buckthorn Removal” tab for background information. \nEarth Day activities at the SMINC are being done in memory of John Neitge\, our Friend who passed away in December of leukemia. John was a Board Member of Friends of Lake Elmo’s Sunfish Lake Park\, organized the three activities for Earth Day 2022\, led the Kite Flying\, Walking Stick Carving\, and Spoon Carving events\, and through his energy\, willingness to help\, and positive attitude “Excellent!” was an inspiration to all
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/earth-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240307T210226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T193738Z
UID:10000002-1713000600-1713009600@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:Regular Buckthorn Removal Days
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a grant through the Minnesota DNR and the Minnesota Legacy Fund\, we are working to get rid of all the buckthorn in Sunfish Lake Park. We contract with Stantec to clear large areas with heavy machinery\, but there are some areas that can’t be easily accessed by vehicles where volunteers can participate on foot by clearing invasives or planting native species. On the second Saturday of every month\, we get a crew together to go out and perform this vital work. We have the loppers and gloves\, bring your energy\, and we can offer you free fresh air and exercise. Work starts at 9:30\, and we can find something for all ages and abilities!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/regular-buckthorn-removal-days/2024-04-13/
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240309T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T110817
CREATED:20240307T210226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T193738Z
UID:10000001-1709976600-1709985600@sminc-lake-elmo.org
SUMMARY:Regular Buckthorn Removal Days
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to a grant through the Minnesota DNR and the Minnesota Legacy Fund\, we are working to get rid of all the buckthorn in Sunfish Lake Park. We contract with Stantec to clear large areas with heavy machinery\, but there are some areas that can’t be easily accessed by vehicles where volunteers can participate on foot by clearing invasives or planting native species. On the second Saturday of every month\, we get a crew together to go out and perform this vital work. We have the loppers and gloves\, bring your energy\, and we can offer you free fresh air and exercise. Work starts at 9:30\, and we can find something for all ages and abilities!
URL:https://sminc-lake-elmo.org/event/regular-buckthorn-removal-days/2024-03-09/
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