‘Miscellany’ Archives
Phillips Student Erika Espey-Sundt Honored for Songwriting
by Kevyn Burger Erika Espey-Sundt, a senior studying music at the Perpich Center for Arts Education, is winner of Zeitgeist”'s 16th annual Eric Stokes Song Contest in the youth category. Her piece, “Gust of Wind,” reflects the different stages of an adventure, from whimsy and playfulness to mystery and intensity. The daughter of Kristen Sundt Espey-Sundt began composing just three months ago, under the direction of local composer and Arts High School music teacher Janika Vandervelde. Erika studies viola, violin and also enjoys singing. “Composing this song started as a class assignment, but I spent a lot of time out of class working on it as well,” Erika said. “I can”'t wait to see how they will arrange it and hear it performed. This is amazing.” The Eric Stokes Song Contest is sponsored by new music group Zeitgeist in memory of late composer Eric Stokes; designed to encourage and celebrate amateur composers [...]
Noche de Paz Night of Peace Celebrating community! Hosted by Latina leaders and friends
By Kathleen Sullivan and Mary Laurel True, Powderhorn neighbors What brought neighbors to come together in warmth and light on a cold February evening? Inspired by the Peace in Powderhorn event on December 1, Powderhorn neighbors kept the bonfires burning, and came together to enjoy a Noche de Paz or Night of Peace. It was an evening of fire and ice-lanterns, love of community, and warmth of togetherness on February 13, 2011 in Powderhorn Park. The idea was spearheaded by a group of women who shared a vision. This vision was to extend the community spirit that came out of the December gathering, in pro-active ways that would continue throughout the year, with a goal of further developing a peaceful and united community. The fruit of their effort became Noche de Paz. Bonfires, melty ice lanterns, and a painting of a peace dove transformed the outdoor space, while twinkling lights and homemade peace signs adorned the cozy space indoors. Park staff generously opened [...]
Lake Street Council Annual Awards
The Lake Street Council (LSC) announced 2011 Annual Awards during 43rd Annual Meeting at Safari Restaurant and Banquet Hall, 3010 4th Avenue South March 15th. “Each of these businesses has shown exemplary innovation and community responsibility,” Joyce Wisdom, LSC Executive Director, said. “They are committed to the betterment and economic vitality of Lake Street.” Best New Lake Street Business Start Up Lake Wine & Cheese, Binh and Christina Le Binh and Christina took the former G & L Furniture store, which had been looking a little shabby, and extensively remodeled it for Lake Wine & Cheese. The Le family has a background in food/beverage retail and restaurants, operating the Arby”'s and Ben and Jerry”'s outposts at MSP Airport and the Metro Liquor Warehouse in St. Paul, along with a few other businesses around the country. They bring a focus on customer service to this business. Lake Wine and Cheese is a stylish concept, [...]
