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We are back with a little trivia to spice up your Thursday!  Unfortunately, we did not have a winner last week, so we wanted to propose the question one more time.

The luxurious Saint Paul Hotel has accommodated the most discerning business and leisure travelers from all over the world.  For today, please name the person on the list who has NOT visited The Saint Paul Hotel.

-Theodore Roosevelt

-Gene Autry

-Dennis Hopper

-Bob Hope

-Pavarotti

-Jack Lemon

-Walter Matthau

-Russian President Gorbachev

Please e-mail stacy@capcitypartnership.com your answer. The first person to answer the trivia question correctly wins a CRAVE Guide Minneapolis/Saint Paul.  Thank you to Becky Sturm and her fabulous StormSister Spatique for the generous donation.  Y0u will find StormSister and many others in this sassy guide, which features everything you CRAVE about the Twin Cities!

Good luck!

We have our winner! Sara has won the CRAVE guide.  The correct answer is Dennis Hopper.  Dennis was the only one of our Saint Paul Hotel guests that has not actually visited the hotel.  Thanks for playing!

Yaay!  We are back with some 65FUN trivia!  We thought we would mix it up a little for everyone.

The first person to answer the trivia question correctly wins a CRAVE Guide Minneapolis/Saint Paul.  Thank you to Becky Sturm and her fabulous StormSister Spatique for the generous donation.  Y0u will find StormSister and many others in this sassy guide, which features everything you CRAVE about the Twin Cities!

E-mail your answer to stacy@capcitypartnership.com.

Name the person who has NOT visited the historic Landmark Center in Saint Paul.

-John Dillinger                                                                             

-Phil Hartman

-Lindsay Lohan

-Grand Arch Duke of Austria

-Katie Holmes

-Meryl Streep

-Arnold Schwarzenegger

GOOD LUCK!

And the answer is…Katie Holmes!

Congrats to Kris!  Kris won the most unique and stylish guidebook for Twin Cities living.  CRAVE Minneapolis is a celebration of women entrepreneurs that showcases some of the most creative, interesting, and gutsy proprietors throughout our city, like Becky Sturm of StormSister Spatique!  Check out this article to learn more about Becky, StormSister, and her favorite summer products.

Becky Sturm is owner/founder of StormSister Spatique, a local beauty boutique.  StormSister Spatique has been featured in Mpls. St. Paul Magazine, METRO Magazine, Minnesota Monthly, Star Tribune, Pioneer Press and various blogs.  Once you cross over the Smith Avenue High Bridge, it sits next to Capital View Cafe.   At first glance, you might miss this small storefront located on the West Side of Saint Paul.  Once you step in, you will see why it’s a gem — product junkies beware!  StormSister is filled with comforting products for your skin, body and mind — all products that Becky stands behind.  With warm weather upon us, its time to buff, exfoliate and cleanse.  What are you waiting for?  See below for comments from StormSister owner, Becky Sturm on why she loves Saint Paul and her recommendation for summer products!

Being a small business owner, it very important for me to spend money with other small businesses in my community.

Becky Sturm, Owner of StormSister Spatique

Most of my weekends include: the Saint Paul Farmer’s Market in Lowertown and a stop at my favorite bread bakery, located on the West Side, BC2 Bakery — their sourdough could certainly compete with the original in San Francisco.

I have been a resident of the West Side for 22 years; my husband and I have raised both of our sons here.  I love living so close to the river and to downtown.  It is the perfect community.

My oldest son Brett, recently graduated from College of Visual Arts and my youngest son, Bailey, is a high school student at River’s Edge Academy.

Living on the West Side with its large Hispanic population, has given me the opportunity to enjoy some of the best, authentic Mexican cuisine available in the U.S.  Just head down Cesar Chavez Street and you will find several!  I have a weakness for guacamole, so I always have a hard time deciding between the ones served at Barrio and El Burrito Mercado.

Living just over the river from downtown, it’s a quick five-minute ride to amazing museums, theaters, and one of my favorite dining establishments — Meritage.

Meritage Crepe Stand

A stroll downtown wouldn’t be complete without a stop into Candyland.  Oh Candyland, you and your tantalizing Chicago mix (caramel, cheese, and real buttered popcorn)!

Finally, that beacon of light on West 7th, Mickey’s Diner — the perfect middle-of-the-night cultural experience after much imbibing.

Having grown up in my grandmother’s beauty shop and then spending 23 years in all aspects of the salon/spa industry, it was time to follow my true passion, retail.  So, I took a break and started StormSister Spatique online in 2005.  Then, late in 2006 I had decided I really missed that intimate relationship I had with my clients and opened up StormSister Spatique’s storefront in my neighborhood on the West Side.

What’s the deal with StormSister Spatique and PEZ?  Click here to learn why!

My head-to-toe beauty must-haves for summer include:

Greenbody Greenplanet haircare by local hairdresser, Lorri Weisen.  When you use organic, chemical-free ingredients you not only enhance your own well-being, but the environments!

NONTOXIQUE hand and footcare by local manicurist, Sheila Mossberg.  NONTOXIQUE will help you get your hands and feet looking more youthful and glowing with their age-defying ingredients.

Organic Tinted Lip Balms by Badger.  These shimmer lip balms will keep your pucker moist and colorful during the hot summer days.

I heart Saint Paul!

StormSister Spatique is located at 635 South Smith Avenue in Saint Paul, combines luxury spa products in an artsy boutique setting.

Phone:  612-716-5480

Alright, I am back again to bring you the 65FUN photo of the week!

Where am I in Saint Paul?

The first person to send an e-mail to stacy@capcitypartnership.com wins a fantastic gift bag

fromStormSister Spatique!

If you have not visited this amazing Saint Paul gem, you need to go!

Fall 2009 looks from Macy's

Rosedale may be located in our neighbor to the west, Roseville, but we still fondly claim it as “St. Paul’s Mall.” Their Holiday Hullabaloo (much less macabre-sounding than Black Friday, no?) kicks off early at 5 a.m. with goodie bags for the first 250 shoppers, register-to-win opportunities including the chance to win a $1,000 Rosedale shopping spree, gift card and prize giveaways at the mall’s various retailers, and deals galore. Macy’s, for one, will have loads of deals – check out www.macys.com to view a list of the 250 morning specials beginning at 5 a.m. Take a shopping break at Granite City‘s Black Friday Buffet – it’s just $8.99 from 8 to 11 a.m., and bottomless champagne and mimosas are only $7.99. Fancy! (5 a.m.-9 p.m. Rosedale Center, 10 Rosedale Cnt., Roseville. 651-638-3553.)

Jewelry from Picky Girl

All regular priced clothing and shoes at trendy Grand Avenue shop Picky Girl will be 50 percent off. Discounts will continue through the weekend. (10 a.m.-6 p.m. Through Sun. 949 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-698-4107.)

Lingerie from Flirt

Get a free b.tempt’d thong with any purchase at lingerie boutique Flirt, and receive a coupon for a free cupcake at the nearby Sweets Bakeshop. (10 a.m.-7 p.m. 177 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul. 651-698-3692.)

Stephanie’s is taking 20 percent off everything, and they’ll also have a few racks of 50 percent off merchandise. (Opens 10 a.m. Fri. Through Sun. 758 Cleveland Ave. S., St. Paul. 651-690-3802.)

BlackBlue

BlackBlue, our fave new local boutique – and probably the hippest men’s boutique in the Twin Cities – is taking 10 percent off everything in store. Check out new arrivals from Hyden Yoo, Fred Perry and more. (Noon-9 p.m. 614 Selby Ave., St. Paul. http://www.blkblu.com/)

Selby & Snelling shop A. Michele is offering 20 percent off your total purchase, and if you spend $150, you can receive a $20 gift card for your next purchase. (11 a.m. Through Sun. 1591 Selby Ave., St. Paul. 651-917-6966.)

Treadle Yard Goods

Treadle Yard Goods is having its biggest sale ever. They’re taking 20 percent off all fabric, plus an extra 20 percent off already discounted merchandise. That includes major pattern lines and trunk show merchandise. (10 a.m.-6 p.m. Through Sun. 1338 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-698-9690.)

Eco-friendly beauty shop StormSister Spatique will help you get your fix on luxe, healthful beauty products with 25 percent off everything. (10 a.m.-5 p.m. 635 Smith Ave. S., St. Paul. 651-221-4668.)