New Restaurants, World Record Attempt, Patios Open: East Metro Business Roundup

Below is a collection of articles that appeared on area Patch sites: Woodbury, Stillwater, Hudson, Wis., and Oakdale.

Patio Time in Woodbury

If you know of a patio that’s open, or will be soon, tell us about it in the comments section, and be sure to mention your favorite spot in town.

Unique Process to be Used to Add Second Story to Woodbury Schneiderman’s Furniture

The Woodbury City Council recently approved the plans.

Here are a few items that came across my desk lately.

Torrid Clothing Store Now Open in Woodbury

The store is located in Tamarack Village.

Chuck E. Cheese Plans to Come to Woodbury

It’s part of the next wave of development at the Commerce Hill site, near the Woodbury SuperTarget.

Woodbury’s Collectors Gallery is Now La Vie Boutique

The change will be celebrated at grand reopening events this weekend.

New Woodbury McDonald’s to Open This Summer

The fast-food empire plans a second restaurant at the Commerce Hill development off Woodbury Drive.

Jersey Mike’s Subs to Open in Woodbury

The new sandwich shop is located between Cold Stone Creamery and Noodles & Company at 7455 Currell Blvd. in Woodbury.

Woodbury’s Kinderberry Hill to Offer Spanish Immersion Program

An open house is scheduled for next week.

Want to Try a Tri? Woodbury’s In The Moment Focuses on Triathlon Training

The business partners with Torque Studio Cycle; both opened in January.

New Salon Opens in Woodbury

Located next to Staples off Woodbury Drive, bell beau salon/spa is now open.

Woodbury’s CityWalk Businesses Open During Construction

Sidewalks are torn up but the doors are open.

Woodbury’s Kelly Gallery Now Open in New Location

The old Kelly Gallery space is set to become a Jake’s Wayback Burgers.

PowerUp Kick-off Event Will Attempt to Break Guinness World Record

The "We PowerUp the Valley" kick-off event Saturday, May 4 in Stillwater will include an official attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the most people doing the Cha Cha Slide in one place. Hudson's Lisa Rambo will also be at the event.

After 35 years in downtown Stillwater, the Freight House is rebranding with new chef-inspired menus, cocktails and an outdoor bier garden.

Leo's Grill and Malt Shop in downtown Stillwater is serving up a Boston Creme Pie Malt and a West, Texas Burger, and donating the proceeds to funds set up to help those dealing with last week's tragedies.

It's Patio Season in Stillwater

Here's a list of outdoor patios in Stillwater.

Historic Photo Captures Northwest Thresher Staff in Stillwater

The photo, which is framed and matted, was recently listed on eBay.

Andersen Strives to be 'Good Next-Door Neighbor' to new Bald Eagle Family

Last week two Bald Eaglets were hatched in a nest right next door to the Andersen Windows facility in Bayport. On Earth Day, employees learned how to be good neighbors, in the hopes that the raptor family hangs around for years to come.

Federal Lawsuit Questions MnDOT's Bid Process for St. Croix River Crossing

The lawsuit seeks an “immediate injunction to halt further work while the courts determine if the department acted properly in awarding the bid to a company with a lower technical score and price tag that was $6 million greater than the McCrossan bid.”

StillwaterEats! River Oasis Café Wins the 2013 'Best Burger in the Valley' Competition

The Best Burger in the Valley’ competition began in 2010, and has raised over $40,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Petit Organics Delivers Homemade Baby Food to Your Door

Twin Cities native Christine Johnson recently teamed up with New York City-based Petit Organics to bring fresh, organic, wholesome baby food to the many busy families in the Twin Cities metro area.

Alfresco to Host Kendama Tournament at Stillwater Armory; Sweets Trick List Announced

The tournament will go down Saturday, April 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Matt "Sweets" Jorgenson of Sweets Kendamas will host and emcee the battle.

StillwaterEats! Pub 112 to Open in Downtown this Spring

Brothers Sam and Jose Leon hope to open their family’s first Irish bar in the multi-level space—once home to Cat Ballous, Ruby Begonia and Pub Monique—by the end of May.

Larry Cramer Hopes Rafters Rooftop Patio will be Open by Memorial Day

“It has been a long and expensive and exasperating pull,” Rafters Owner Larry Cramer said. “The target is to be complete and open for Memorial Day.”

Shoppers at Darn Knit Anyway donating a nonperishable food item or $5 from April 11-14 will—while supplies last—receive a unique, collectible charm to commemorate participation in this year’s iYarn@ 2013 event.

PD Pappy’s is set to open for its 25th year along the banks of the St. Croix River at 11 a.m. Friday, May 3.

Council Approves Freight House's Request to Expand Caboose Bar and Kitchen

Stillwater's Freight House Restaurant's patio expansion will include a new roof over the bar area on the south side of the Caboose, and a second, smaller roof addition over a food-ordering counter.

Three St. Croix Valley Hospitals Host Shoe Drive for People in Uganda

Officials at Hudson Hospital & Clinics, Lakeview Hospital in Stillwater and Westfields Hospital in New Richmond recently presented about 1,000 pairs of shoes to the director of Making a Difference International Inc.

StillwaterEats!: Commander Building to Become Downtown's Newest Restaurant

Tin Bins will be a coffee shop, café and bar owned by the Dock Café’s proprietors Sherri Hopfe Franke and Mike McGuire. The hope is to open the new restaurant with a patio this spring.

StillwaterEats!: Nelson's Ice Cream Opens

Nelson’s Ice Cream will be open Tuesday, April 2 at 2:30 p.m.

Oakdale Garage Sales: What People are Selling and Where

The citywide event is set for this week.

Organizers are seeking business owners who wish to participate.

New Oakdale Preschool Plans Summer Opening

Little Minds Preschool will open near the Hilton Garden Inn.

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Oakdale’s Dreamcoat Coffee to Close

The coffee shop, which operates jointly with a Salvation Army Center, will soon be shuttered.

The Truck Accessory Store: Radco Now Open in Oakdale

Open house events are planned for April 25-27.

Before the snow hit, groundbreaking was to happen soon, according to a company spokeswoman.

Want to Pay a Tax on Twins and Wild Jerseys to Pay for Vikings Stadium?

Minnesota legislators are debating a new sales tax on licensed clothing, sports memorabilia and luxury suites to cover the state's share of Vikings stadium construction costs.

The bicycle tool manufacturer and distributor’s new headquarters is up and running in Oakdale.

Board Ousts Platinum Bank Co-Founder From CEO Role

David Rom, co-founder of Oakdale's Platinum Bank, has been removed as CEO by the bank's board. Former COO Tom Jacobson has been promoted to fill the CEO role.

Oak Marsh Golf Course in Oakdale to Open

It's the latest the course has opened in five years.

The sale of the Dibbo's building to Last Man Standing LLC was finalized on April 9. Developers hope to open new craft beer pub in June.

Hudson's Pitchfork Brewing Unveils Beer Names

American Gothic IPA, Grain Witch Black IPA, Silo Flaked Barley Stout, Barn Door British Brown Ale and Crooked Teeth British Bitter are expected to be available when Pitchfork Brewing Co. opens later this spring.

Due to poor road and weather conditions, Sandy Moelter, the owner of the Mallalieu Inn has cancelled the run, according to the North Hudson Police Department.

11th Annual Spring Showcase at Hudson Sports & Civic Center

The Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau family-friendly, community business expo runs from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 14.

Noodles & Company Now Open in Hudson

After holding a soft opening for VIP customers on Monday, April 1, Noodles & Company opened its Hudson location to the public for the first time on Tuesday, April 2.

Hudson Restaurants Come Together to Support Jessica Schaffhausen's Family

A group of Hudson restaurants—Kozy Korner, Keys Cafe, Jimmy John's, Shanghai Bistro and The Agave Kitchen—came together this week to show support for Jessica Schaffhausen's family by catering them food during the trial.

Tearing Down the Former Wisconsin Tourism Information Center

Demolition crews tore down the former Wisconsin Tourism Information Center Monday morning in Hudson.