In the News!
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“La Vie Est Belle: Inspire Giving and Beautiful Living”
Lake Elmo Living, September 2021
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“From Messy to Your Message.”
“Brick and Mortar Visibility - Be the Only Option in Town” podcast series, Melissa Rose (owner and visibility coach), September 2021
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“The Rehkamp Family: Giving Back to the Community”
Lake Elmo Living, October 2021
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“La Vie Est Belle - Life is Beautiful”
River Valley Woman (page 18), October 2021
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"Conversations on Kids & Mental Health”
KSTP, Minnesota Live and Twins Cities Live 3-Part Series with Kelli Hanson, November 2021
1st Segment (aired November 16, 2021)
2nd Segment (aired November 23, 2021)
3rd Segment (aired November 30, 2021!
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"Girl Gifts Comforting ‘Prairie Bears’ To All Patients At Youth Psychiatric Hospital"
WCCO 10 pm News Story with Liz Collin, December 06, 2021
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La Vie Est Belle Awarded 1 of 5 National DEMDACO 2021 "Lift the Spirit" Awards!
We are beyond honored to be the Central Region 2021 DEMDACO “Lift the Spirit” winner!! Each year DEMDACO identifies and awards five retailers nationally for their philanthropic work.
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"Keeping Anna Alive"
Woodbury Magazine (page 29), August 2022
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"Keeping Anna Alive"
St. Croix Valley Magazine (page 19), August and September 2022
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Lori & Julia's Book Club, myTalk 107.1
A “Finding Us” radio spotlight. October 2022
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Finding Us, A Mother's Memoir of Braving Mental Illness with her Young Daughter
River Valley Woman (page 56), October 2022
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Lake Elmo Resident and Business Owner Publishes Memoir
Community Interest Spotlight, October 2022
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Lake Elmo Boutique Gives Back
Twins Cities Live Interview with Kelli Hanson at the store just days before our Grand Opening. October 2022
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Minnesota Live Interview
Our Story, “Finding Us” and La Vie Est Belle Gift Boutique that Gives Back. October 2022
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Feathered Quill, Author Interview, "Finding Us"
Feathered Quill reviewer Holly Connors talked with Kristin Rohman Rehkamp, author of Finding Us: A Mother's Memoir of Braving Mental Illness With Her Young Daughter. November 2022
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Authority Magazine, Author Interview, "Finding Us"
Mental Health Champions: Why & How Kristin Rohman Rehkamp is Helping to Champion Mental Wellness. An interview with Michelle Tennant Nicholson. December 2022
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Atmosphere Press Author Reading
Author Reading of “Finding Us” hosted by Atmosphere Press (our publisher). Joined by authors Charles Ota Heller (Cowboy from Prague: An Immigrant's Pursuit of the American Dream) and John A. Lipman (Alfred B. DelBello: His Life and Times). January 2023
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2023 Small Business of the Year Nomination
Nominated for 2023 Greater Stillwater Area “Small Business of the Year” by business leaders/community we admire.
February 2023
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Best of Woodbury 2023 Finalist
Top three included Patina, La Vie Est Belle, and Kowalski’s. In order of reader selection/vote.
March 2023
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Conversation
Anna and Kristin Rehkamp invited to Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Minnesota headquarters to share their story and journey braving acute anxiety and panic with 100 BCBS associates.
May 2023
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CESA #11 Mental Health Summit 2023
Anna and Kristin shared their mental health journey and learnings with Wisconsin educators and administrators.
August 2023
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"Midlife with Courage" Podcast (Kimberly Benoy)
Taking Off the Golden Handcuffs. Kristin discusses her career pivot in her 40s and inspirational journey with her daughter and family that influenced some of the change/path forward.
September 2023
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Voyage Minnesota Publication, "MN Change Maker and Inspirational Story. A Hidden Gem."
Kristin shares her mental health journey with her daughter and family. Her experience has framed her mission-first gift boutique in Lake Elmo and online at shoplavie.co.
October 2023
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S2 E6 of Potatoes and Mittens Podcast
My daughter and I share our mental health journey with the hopes it brings others understanding and comfort. Anna and I are also among a long line of bakers, so it is a treat to weave in family stories and favorite recipes.
November 2023
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La Vie Est Belle Holiday 2023 Gift Guide
La Vie shares our holiday gift guide in partnership with local makers with Woodbury and St. Croix Valley Magazines.
December 2023
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A New Generation of Women Revitalizing Downtown Lake Elmo
Over the last decade, a growing number of enthusiastic business owners and entrepreneurs, from near and far, have been drawn to Lake Elmo. They didn’t know each other, and their reasons for starting a business vary, but they’ve all made an intentional choice to start a new chapter in their lives in downtown Lake Elmo. Together, they have become a catalyst for collaboration…
February/March 2024
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2024 Small Business of the Year Nomination
Nominated for 2024 Greater Stillwater Area “Small Business of the Year” by business leaders/community we admire for the second year in a row!
February 2024
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Best of Woodbury 2024 Finalist
Top three include Patina, La Vie Est Belle, and Kowalski’s. Winner announced in July 2024.
March 2024
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CanvasRebel Magazine - "Meet Kristin Rehkamp"
CanvasRebel’s mission is to create a space for artists, creatives and entrepreneurs to be able to learn from their peers through the magic and power of storytelling.
La Vie Est Belle was invited to share our story.
March 2024