The Want Ads
A Publication of the Minnetonka Teachers Association
Members of Education Minnesota, NEA, AFT, Minnesota Local #7173
http://www.minnetonkateachers.org
Editor, Mary Tingblad, mary.tingblad@minnetonka.k12.mn.us
MM-West, 6421 Hazeltine Blvd., Excelsior, MN 55331
PLEASE NOTE: At the request of the district, The MTA newsletter that is sent out using the district e-mail will no longer contain the want ads. The want ads will continue to be available on the MTA website: www.minnetonkateachers.org.
Considering VEBA for your family? Consider this: Depending on your situation we could possibly save you several thousand dollars per year by insuring them through Medica: for quotes call 763-449-5768 or go to www.insuresavings.com. Dave and Kristin Surver, insurance specialists for the Minnesota educational community. Lic #20040355, #20067916.
Attention Teachers Under 25 Years Old:
Ever notice you're getting terrible car insurance rates because you're not
an "adult" until 25? I work with Educators Personal Insurance Agency which
offers you the "adult" rate if you're a licensed teacher...no waiting until age
25. That can save you a ton! David and Kristin Surver are agents for over 1,000
families—many in Minnetonka. To get a quote, just give us a call at 763-449-5768
(Kristin will take care of you while I'm teaching at MHS) or enter your info for
a quote at
www.InsureSavings.com.
REAL ESTATE SERVICES
Exceptional ability and client service has earned me Super Real Estate AgentTM
designation by Mpls. St. Paul Magazine and Twin Cities Business.
This recognition is awarded to less than 4% of MN Realtors®. Please visit my
website www.MikeHoffman.net or call me
at (952) 212-6453 and put me to work for you.
FREE HOME BUYING WORKSHOPS
It is a great time to be a home buyer! If you are thinking about buying a
home, now is the time to learn about the opportunities that are out there for
you. Whether you are buying for the first time or moving on to your next home,
this is a great workshop for you. We will walk you through the process from
beginning to end, answer your questions about the real estate market, financing,
and begin to help you narrow down your search. Sue Larson, mortgage expert, is
part of Corey and Heather’s team and can guide you through the process of
financing your new home. Corey and Heather are a real estate team with great
market knowledge and have helped many buyers purchase the home of their dreams
in the Twin Cities and beyond. Take advantage of their free buyer services
today! Attend a workshop on the 2nd or 4th Tuesday of each
month at 6:30 p.m. Each attendee will receive a gift to help them get a jump
start on their home hunting. Please send an e-mail to
coreyandheatherkohnen@edinarealty.com to reserve your spot. Individual
sessions are also available on request.
CLEAR PICTURE OF YOUR FINANCES AND RETIREMENT?
By consolidating your Investment and Retirement accounts with Edward Jones,
it will allow you keep track of where all your money is invested, and know if
you are on track to meet your retirement and financial goals. Consolidating also
ensures that your investments are properly diversified and cared for. Other
benefits include: a clearer view of your assets, no tax penalties when you make
a direct transfer from another account, elimination of multiple fees from
multiple accounts, less paperwork at tax time! To learn why consolidating with
Edward Jones makes sense and for a free portfolio review, call Jay Roddy,
Financial Advisor, 952-472-0400.
CARPENTRY SERVICES
I specialize in “Pottery Barn” style storage units, storage benches, and
lockers for mud rooms. I take old wooden head boards and foot boards from beds
and create a “Pottery Barn” style bed with moldings and bead board. If
interested, I can e-mail pictures. I also do trim work, decks, crown molding,
and door installation. Please send an e-mail to Ron Altenburg:
raaltenburg@comcast.net.
GREENTREE, LLC
Description of services: Greentree provides installation & refinishing of
hardwood floors, (including engineered hardwood & laminate), and installation of
all interior tile (flooring, wall, backsplash, shower, etc). Tear out of
existing flooring or tile is also provided. Estimates are free and questions are
always welcome—just give Jonny a call! Phone: 612-929-9663. E-mail:
info@greentreemn.com, website:
www.greentreemn.com.
SUMMER NANNY SERVICES
My niece, freshman at Northwestern College is looking for a nanny position
in the St. Paul/Minneapolis area for this summer (June 9-August 15). Quality
childcare for working parents. Responsible, hard working and has had lots of
experience with kids. Willing to work 5-6 days a week. She worked for a family
that had triplets and 2 other kids (all 7 and under) for the last 2 summers
full-time. E-mail:
jessicah_03@hotmail.com. Feel free to contact Donna Dahl,
donna.dahl@minnetonka.k12.mn.us.
SCRAPBOOKING
Do you have boxes of pictures that you have always wished you had archived
into scrapbooks but don’t have the supplies, creativity, or the TIME to get them
put together? Let me take those pictures of your children, vacations, sporting
events, holidays, etc. and do the scrapbooking for you! For pictures of my work,
check out this website:
http://www.scrapbookinglifebykatie.blogspot.com/ and contact me to discuss
how I can help preserve your most important memories. Katie O’Kane
okanekatie@yahoo.com.
FOR SALE
CORNET. Holton, in excellent condition. It has been cleaned and tuned.
Includes case, music, music stand. Cheaper than renting, $250.
mary.kolstad@minnetonka.k12.mn.us.
FOR SALE
MINI COOPER. 2006 Mini Cooper, 11,000 miles, 5-speed manual, silver
exterior, duo tone heated leather seats, panoramic sunroof, mp3 player hookup,
CD player, 17” alloy wheels, a/c, cruise control, stability control, power
steering. Driven by non-smoker. Never been in an accident, great condition, fun
to drive! $20,000 or best offer. Contact via e-mail:
lora.johnson@minnetonka.k12.mn.us.
FOR SALE
ANTIQUE PIANO. Everett of Boston, in good condition, just needs tuning. It
is a "cabinet grand" and stands 54" tall. It would be a great piano for a
beginner and also a beautiful piece of furniture. The serial number on it dates
the piano between 1895 and 1900. $600 or best offer. Contact Susan DeMers,
susan.demers@minnetonka.k12.mn.us
for more information or to come see it.
PERFECT LOCATION
For Private Tutoring Available on August 31st. Exceptional
400-square-foot rental space in Deephaven, fully furnished with kidney shaped
table, file cabinets, bookcases, desks, chairs, copier, microwave, refrigerator,
curriculum, manipulatives, and office supplies. Space and all items must go by
August 31st. Please e-mail MargoandDick@aol.com
with message and contact information. Remember me? Margo (Holen) Dinneen—I was a
learning disabilities teacher in Minnetonka from 1975 to 1995 at Clear Springs
and Deephaven Elementary Schools.
FOR SALE
LAKE LOT. For sale by owner. Beautiful, hard-to-find, wooded lake lot on
Miller Lake near Crosby, MN. Clear and build or camp as is. Not easy to find a
lakeshore parcel under $100,000 anymore! If interested, contact
david.olson@minnetonka.k12.mn.us.
FOR RENT
VACATION HOME. New Hampshire house in the White Mountains available
to rent. Family-owned vacation home with 5 bedrooms is available year-round for
rentals. Perfect family gathering place for ski weekend in New England or
swimming, hiking, fishing excursion in the summer. Located near Lake Chocorua,
there is a small boathouse on the lake with canoes and kayaks. The area is
famous for outdoor pursuits, outlet shopping, and relaxing vacations. Fully
rebuilt in 2003-2004 in the style of the original home built in 1890, but with
modern amenities. For more information, please visit the website where we are
posting the house’s availability:
http://www.homeaway.com/USA/New-Hampshire/White-Mountains/vacation-HOUSE-Tamworth/p139770.htm.
Questions, feel free to contact Niki Danou,
niki.danou@minnetonka.k12.mn.us.
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