Life goes at full throttle, and sometimes, no time remains for the little things. Wouldn’t it be great to have someone magically appear and make it all easier? We’ve done the leg work and put together an array of local pros who offer unique services to help make life, well, just a little bit better. They can take care of the details so that your to-do list turns into a “done” list. They may be able to help out in a few ways you never even thought were important—until now!
Where to go to get the laundry done without harsh chemicals:
Three years ago, Edina Cleaners and Launderers began to use more earth-friendly means to provide fresh garments, and now they’ll never turn back. They use 100 percent recycled hangers and odorless solvents that make your dry cleaning more comfortable to wear, and safer for the environment. Taking the process one step greener, during the summer they avoid putting yet another carbon-producing delivery vehicle on the streets by using a Segway scooter for laundry delivery service. Who says laundry can’t be fun?
Edina Cleaners and Launderers
4500 France Ave. S.
952.927.9991
How to go green at home when you’re not sure where to start:
The guys at Handyman Matters can do a quick walkthrough of your home and catalog the specific actions you can take to reduce your impact on the environment (and save money). If they can’t do the work themselves, they recommend other professionals who can.
Handyman Matters Twin Cities
6224 Halifax Ave. S.
952.836.6326
hmtc.handymanmatters.com
Who to call to rescue a closet that’s beyond hope:
When everything’s a jumble, stuffed together and bursting at the seams, A Space 2 Breathe can rearrange it all so you can exhale (and find the things you’re looking for). They specialize in bringing order to the chaos of life transitions like marriage, becoming a new parent or downsizing when the kids are gone.
A Space 2 Breathe
5824 Beard Ave. S.
612.670.9687
Where to go to ensure that your diamond stays put:
A surprising number of people discover that the stone in their ring has made a silent escape. R.F. Moeller checks everything under magnification before doing even the simplest of cleanings to ensure that everything stays in place. Unlike most shops, they do it all in one day, usually while you wait with a complimentary espresso coffee or hot cocoa.
R.F. Moeller Jeweler
5020 France Ave. S.
952.926.6166
Who to call to restore that precious family photo:
When it’s faded, scratched, creased or torn, FAST FOTO & Digital can perform a miracle. Valued memories get a second life, in color this time, if you like. They can even seamlessly add Uncle Fred, who couldn’t make it for that family reunion photo. The photos stored away in your drawer can also be individually improved and transferred completely onto a CD, before they fade away.
FAST FOTO & Digital
7459 France Ave. S.
952.835.1815
How to put all those picture memories in one place:
Allegra Printing can show you how to gather all your wedding, vacation or holiday photos into a printed book with spiral or hard binding. Copies are easily made to share with family members. Or, recreate a beloved annual event from yesteryear and give your old friends a trip down memory lane.
Allegra Printing
4444 W. 76th St.
952.835.2720
Where to go to head off the sneezing and watery eyes this spring:
Most people call the Minnesota Chinese Medicine Center after other treatments fail. Their combination of herbs, acupuncture and dietary changes offers a great alternative to pharmaceutical medicines. They focus on solving allergy issues so the misery never returns. You’ll wish you’d visited here first.
Minnesota Acupuncture Chinese Medicine Center Allergy/Sinusitis
6550 York Ave. S., Suite 417
952.926.4011
How to find the best place for your beloved pet while you’re away:
Does Max love to sleep on the bed? Pets Are Inn has the perfect host family waiting to welcome him into a stress-free home environment. He’ll get one-on-one attention, daily walks, the food he’s used to, and the constant interaction with a pet lover. And, the convenience of round-trip pickup and delivery makes leaving a lot easier.
Pets Are Inn
5100 Edina Industrial Blvd., Suite 206
952.837.1877
Who to call when you need a little life focus:
A life coach can make all the difference when it comes to identifying and achieving your goals. The Madson Group offers support that concentrates on your future. They help bring your potential into focus. And who couldn’t use a personal guide and cheerleader once in a while?
Madson Consulting Group, LLC
5100 Eden Ave., Suite 111
952.200.6877
How to get that pesky stain off your countertop:
It sits anxiously, day and night, wondering how long it will survive. It’s that stain that won’t be scrubbed away or that chip that catches on everything. While stains are merely annoying, cracks and chips can actually compromise the integrity of your entire countertop. Stone Master and Sons can make them both seem as if they never existed, in one quick visit.
Stone Master & Sons Inc.
7370 Ohms Ln.
952.831.7625
stonemastersons.com
Who to call when the tax season has you stressed:
Organized In No Time won’t do your taxes for you, but it might seem like they did. They swoop in and make taxes a breeze by organizing you records and receipts. They can also set up a user-friendly accounting system, customized to your needs, that pays all your bills online and fills in next year’s tax forms with the push of a button. April 15th could become merely another spring day.
How to rekindle that spark in your relationship:
We do maintenance on cars, improve our kid’s education and spend money on home renovation, so why don’t we regularly fan the flames of our marriage? Rekindle Counseling says couples often wait too long to even think about sprucing up their relationship. Meeting with one or both of you, they come with the kindling to restore the spark.
Rekindle Counseling
6950 France Ave. S., Suite 204
How to get that pesky piece of junk out of the garage, the right way:
It doesn’t take a genius to take out the trash, but sometimes it gets complicated. Junk Genius won’t simply haul it all to a landfill. They uphold a high standard of environmental consideration and carefully separate and prepare your items for responsible disposal, even if it means visiting a charity or recycling center. They make it affordable and earth-conscious.
Junk Genius
4517 Minnetonka Blvd.
Saint Louis Park
952.240.0135
Where to go when you need to get yourself a website:
Integrated Advertising Network can make your website into a reality, but they also go beyond simply giving you an Internet presence. Their small-but-expert staff knows how to build your brand and set you apart in the competitive marketplace, from a website plan to media coverage and online promotion. Plus, they specialize in working with all kinds of budgets.
Integrated Advertising Network
3948 W. 50th St., Suite 212
952.915.6065
When you need a personal driver for an impressive night out, make this connection:
Whether it’s a special event or a ride from the airport, this car service will have you traveling in style. You can request a town car, an SUV, and yes, even a limousine, and they all come with a personal driver, equipped with the latest technology such as GPS. They’ll take you wherever you care to go, 24 hours a day.
Metro Airport Town Car Service
5928 Wooddale Ave.
952.239.2920
minnesotaairportcarservice.com
Where to go when you’re losing sleep over the grinding teeth of a significant other:
Smiles @ France has made a name for itself in the treatment of Bruxism. This kind of teeth grinding results in chipping and shortening that can weaken teeth, causing them to shift and loosen. Headaches and jaw stiffness are telltale signs of a problem that can often be addressed with a dental appliance. Don’t let grinding destroy a smile or a good night’s sleep.
Smiles @ France
4999 France Ave. S., Suite 230
612.824.7033
How to get healthy, local beef for your freezer:
The Grass Fed Cattle Company is a cooperative of regional family farmers who specialize in raising 100-percent grass-fed, free-range cattle with no added hormones or antibiotics. They make it easy to buy direct. You can order online and drive to 50th and France where they load your vehicle for you. Try a sampler pack or join in on “cow pooling” and reap the savings with a couple neighbors.
Grass Fed Cattle Company
3939 W. 50th St.
612.581.7787
