Education

Media and Communications Capstone Program

Eden Prairie High School Teaches Aspiring Writers, Journalists and Documentarians Article by David Scheller What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think about Eden Prairie Lifestyle? That’s right: our hard-hitting journalism. We don’t care what we have to make up in pursuit of the truth. And we don’t just keep our sources a secret. We refuse to even have sources. It’s little wonder why we were invited to participate in Eden Prairie High School’s latest media and communications...

Food + Beverage

Tavern 4&5

Where Chef Rick Cooks With Love Article by David Scheller “My grandma, believe it or not, was the first-ever woman vice president at Blue Cross,” said Chef Rick Mueller, who runs kitchen for Tavern 4&5. “She inspired a lot of people around her. But to me, as her grandson? Nothing was so impressive as her skill in the kitchen. “Her meatloaf. Her cabbage rolls. Her hearty soups and sandwiches. With all due respect to my wife and my mother, no one will ever make better comfort food than...

Real Estate

Brace Helgeson, Realtor

Co-Founder of the #1 Coldwell Banker Team in Minnesota Article by David Scheller “People notice it’s no longer called ‘Helgeson Platzke Real Estate Group.’ It’s ‘Platzke Real Estate Group’ now – a change I expected to happen one day, and one that I believe will ultimately work out for the best,” said Brace Helgeson. The renaming of Eden Prairie’s number one home seller marked the passing of a torch. Having built up his company since the early ‘80s, Brace was finally ready to enjoy the full...

Home Services

Emerald Ash Borer

Know When This Invasive Species Has Taken Hold. Take Action With A + A Tree & Landscaping. Article by David Scheller It is believed to have entered the United States by stowing away inside cargo from China. It is estimated to have wreaked billions in damage since its arrival around 24 years ago. It is the emerald ash borer, which kills its namesake tree by devouring the cambium layers beneath its bark. The pernicious jewel beetle has already destroyed millions of ash trees in Minnesota. “It’s...

Fitness

Revolutionary Sports

Learn. Practice. Play! Article by David Scheller “When this business first started, it was just ‘Coach John Richardson for hire,’” said Coach John Richardson. “I was fresh out of college, where I’d played soccer and studied childhood development. I was fortunate to receive an opportunity to teach preschool soccer for the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board in 2001. My students’ parents liked what I was doing, and thanks to their spreading the word, I soon found myself coaching more than just...

Finance + Legal Services

Demery Wealth Advisors

Make Your Retirement the World’s Longest Coffee Break Article by David Scheller | Photography by Emily John You want your net worth to do one simple thing: create the best possible reality for you and your own, now and always.  But how? How do you fare across a sea of pivotal financial decisions without wrecking or becoming rudderless?  It’s easy. Put Kiley Demery at the helm, and let his expertise guide you through investment management, income and asset protection, tax efficiency, estate...

Life + Culture

Shakopee

Bigger. Bolder. More Innovative. Article and Photography by You finally did it, you bought your dream home. The appliances are state-of-the-art, the furniture is an elegant mix of vintage and modern, and your landscaping is straight out of a home magazine. It’s everything you ever wanted. Except for one little thing… Your neighbor’s house looks like it hasn’t seen a fresh coat of paint since the Eisenhower era. And their latest hobby? Breeding bloodhounds. The takeaway? The neighborhood...

Arts + Culture

Emily John Photography

Boom. Headshot. Article by David Scheller My professional headshot was taken using a disposable camera, and lit by a single birthday candle. That helps, because I have noted a strong correlation between people seeing my face and not wanting to work with me. You, on the other hand, have a tendency of winning over everyone you meet almost instantly. It’s a talent shared by all Eden Prairie Lifestyle readers. But in this digital age – when Google searches count for so much – it’s essential to...

Shopping

Spring Into Style and Fun With Bella Gina Boutique

Article and Photography by The flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, and it’s time to refresh your wardrobe! Step into spring with vibrant colors, effortless styles, and one-of-a-kind finds that will make you feel fabulous. It’s all at Bella Gina Boutique! With new arrivals weekly, there’s always something fresh in store. Stop by today for a little retail therapy with unique apparel, accessories and gifts by: BedStu EsQualo FDJ Collection Joh Apparel Lulu-B Lyssé New York ...

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Home Services

Cleaner Spirits: Eden Prairie’s Do-Everything House Cleaner

Birds. Flowers. Spring! The precious, beautiful season is far too short to waste even a minute of it on something as tedious as house cleaning. But you can’t put off spring cleaning, or else your friends and family will think you’re some kind of an animal.Do you know what you need?You Need Eden Prairie’s Do-Everyting House CleanerThat’s Cleaner Spirits. Locally owned. Veteran owned. A real mom and pop op. The Eden Prairie cleaning company checks all the best boxes, but how well does it … well...