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AnnapurnaBlue Health &amp; Wellness: A Sanctuary for Renewal AnnapurnaBlue Health &amp; Wellness was created from a simple yet powerful belief: that true healing happens when we care for the whole person — mind, body, and spirit. Founded by Deborah Peteler, AnnapurnaBlue offers transformative wellness retreats and programs designed for individuals navigating life transitions, health challenges, emotional overwhelm, and personal reinvention. With over 30 years of experience in trauma-informed care and holistic wellness practices, Deborah blends ancient wisdom with modern therapeutic approaches to create safe, supportive environments where real healing can take place. Our retreats — held both locally in Minnesota and internationally — are intentionally designed to help participants slow down, reflect, and reconnect with themselves. Through gentle Qigong movement, meditation, sound healing, breathwork, mindset sessions, and meaningful group dialogue, participants gain tools to manage stress, navigate change, and build emotional resilience. AnnapurnaBlue is especially supportive of women ages 35–70+ navigating grief, life-altering illness, menopause, empty nesting, career transitions, and other profound shifts. We believe these seasons of life are not endings — they are powerful invitations to rise. Our programs are inclusive, nurturing, and deeply respectful of each individual’s journey. Many participants leave feeling restored, empowered, and connected — not only to themselves, but to a supportive community of like-minded individuals. Whether someone is seeking healing, clarity, rest, or renewal, AnnapurnaBlue provides a sacred pause from the noise of daily life and an opportunity to move forward with intention. To learn more about upcoming retreats and programs, visit annapurnabluewellness.com We are grateful to be part of this community and honored to support the well-being of our neighbors.

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Do you know a great kid volunteering in your community... or did your local soccer team take the championship? They may be our next Patch "Whiz Kid" honorees.  Let us know. This week we're celebrating a college-bound Robbinsdale Armstrong student who has mastered the three R's and the three A's.  Congratulations, Lyndsay! Lyndsay Gusek, a member of the <a href="http://ahs.rdale.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Robbinsdale Armstrong High School</a> varsity track team, was nominated for the annual Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) <a href="http://www.mshsl.org/mshsl/recognition.asp?program=5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Triple A award.</a>  The award is given to students who excel in academics, arts and athletics. Lyndsay is a <a href="http://www.nationalmerit.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">National Merit Finalist</a>, plays the flute in band and orchestra and runs on the cross-country team. She went on to win the 6AA Regional Triple A Award and will advance to consideration for the Minnesota state award later this month.    "Triple A winners are fantastic kids," says Tia Clasen, communications director for the <a href="http://www.rdale.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Robbinsdale Area Schools.</a>  "I taught a few of them myself.  They are amazing." Lyndsay plans to attend the <a href="http://www1.umn.edu/twincities/index.php" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">University of Minnesota.</a>

Do you know a great kid volunteering in your community... or did your local soccer team take the championship? They may be our next Patch "Whiz Kid" honorees.  Let us know.

This week we're celebrating a college-bound Robbinsdale Armstrong student who has mastered the three R's and the three A's.  Congratulations, Lyndsay! Lyndsay Gusek, a member of the <a href="http://ahs.rdale.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Robbinsdale Armstrong High School</a> varsity track team, was nominated for the annual Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) <a href="http://www.mshsl.org/mshsl/recognition.asp?program=5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Triple A award.</a>  The award is given to students who excel in academics, arts and athletics.

Lyndsay is a <a href="http://www.nationalmerit.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">National Merit Finalist</a>, plays the flute in band and orchestra and runs on the cross-country team. She went on to win the 6AA Regional Triple A Award and will advance to consideration for the Minnesota state award later this month.

"Triple A winners are fantastic kids," says Tia Clasen, communications director for the <a href="http://www.rdale.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Robbinsdale Area Schools.</a>  "I taught a few of them myself.  They are amazing." Lyndsay plans to attend the <a href="http://www1.umn.edu/twincities/index.php" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">University of Minnesota.</a>

Golden Valley

This Robbinsdale Armstrong senior is a whiz in academics, arts and athletics.