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Another new tool recently debuted is the new interactive BlaineBot on BlaineMN.gov. BlaineBot is a 24/7 chat feature that will be able to answer your questions and help direct you to the correct information. During City Hall business hours users will also have the option to chat directly with a City staff member.
SeeClickFix is the fastest, easiest way for you to submit non-emergency requests to the City. Damaged park equipment, potholes, water quality concerns, event information, street light outages, and so much more can all be reported or requested through the new SeeClickFix system.
Starting on September 23 voters can complete an absentee ballot by mail or in-person at Blaine City Hall. To request an absentee ballot by mail visit MNVotes.org. Ballots requested by mail must be returned by Election Day. Ballots can be returned by mail or in-person no later than 3PM on Election Day, All voters also have the option to complete an absentee ballot in-person at Blaine City Hall. This service is available starting on September 23. In-person absentee voting hours are, Monday-Friday from 8AM-4:30PM. Additional special hours will be held for in-person absentee ballots on Saturday, November 5 from 10AM-3PM and until 5PM on Monday, November 7. General Election – Tuesday, November 8 Blaine has 26 polling places across the City. All polling places will be open for voting on Tuesday, November 8 from 7AM-8PM. Anyone in line at 8PM will be able to vote. to redistricting, ward boundaries have changed since the last election and the City has added additional precincts and polling places. Find your council ward and Election Day voting location at BlaineMN.gov/Elections
Voting on September 23 Election season is upon us. In Blaine voters will elect four city councilmembers this fall along with various county, state, and federal elections. A primary election was held on August 9 to narrow the field of candidates.
The City is continually looking for new ways to enhance the service that Blaine residents receive and SeeClickFix and BlaineBot are two new ways residents can connect with the City. Rosochacki Council
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SeeClickFix is designed to allow users to report concerns right in the moment. When you are at the park, or out for a walk, or at the beach. Users will be able to mark locations on a map and send photos right from their phone. You can make reports at BlaineMN.gov/ReportIt or by downloading the SeeClickFix app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store today. By downloading the app, you will be able to keep track of all your requests in one place and receive updates on the status of your concerns.
Ward 2 Four-year term • Joe Menth • Jess Robertson Council Ward 3 Four-year term • Terra Fleming • Al Goracke
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Page 2 BlaineMN.gov - CityConnect Blaine City Hall 10801 Town Square Drive NE Blaine, MN 763-784-670055449 Communications@BlaineMN.gov City Council MAYOR Tim Sanders 763-203-3286 TSanders@BlaineMN.gov WARD 1 Wes Hovland 763-228-1117 TomWHovland@BlaineMN.govNewland 612-961-1811 TNewland@BlaineMN.gov WARD 2 Julie Jeppson 763-354-4709 JessJJeppson@BlaineMN.govRobertson 763-607-2233 JRobertson@BlaineMN.gov WARD 3 Chris Massoglia 612-524-9447 RichardCMassoglia@BlaineMN.govPaul 763-607-6641 RPaul@BlaineMN.gov CITY MANAGER Michelle Wolfe 763-785-6120 MWolfe@BlaineMN.gov For more information, visit WaltersRecycling.com or call 763-780-8464 Holiday Zone A Zone B 2518114s 261912m5 20136t27 2814w721 29221581t 30231692f 24103s17 September CityConnect is published bimonthly by the City of Blaine and distributed to all residents and businesses. Past copies of the city newsletter are available at BlaineMN.gov/Newsletter MeetingsUpcoming City Council* September 7 | September 19 October 3 | October17 7:30pm | City Hall Council Chambers City Council Workshops September 7 | September 12 | September 19 October 3 | October 10 | October 17 6pm | Cloverleaf Farms Room Natural Resources Conservation Board* September 20 | October 18 7pm | City Hall Council Chambers Park Board* September 27 | October 25 7pm | City Hall Council Chambers Planning Commission* September 13 | October 11 7pm | City Hall Council Chambers Traffic Commission* September 6 | October 4 6:30pm | City Hall Council Chambers *Meetings can be seen live on cable channel 16 and 799. A livestream of meetings is available at BlaineMN.gov/Video City Directory Police & Fire ..............................................911 Police (non-emergency) 763-785-6168 Fire (non-emergency) ........... 763-786-4436 Public Works After Hours 763-427-1212 City Hall 763-784-6700 Mary Ann Young Center ....... 763-786-9375 Public Works 763-785-6165 Building Inspections 763-785-6170 City Cable Channel 16 763-785-6181 City Clerk 763-785-6122 City Manager 763-785-6120 Communications 763-785-6181 Community Standards 763-785-6187 Community Outreach 763-717-2713 Economic Development 763-785-6180 Engineering 763-785-6172 Finance 763-717-2677 Fire Inspections 763-785-6187 Forestry 763-717-2660 Housing Services 763-785-6146 Human Resources 763-785-6109 Newsletter 763-785-6181 North Metro TV 763-780-8241 Parks & Recreation 763-785-6164 Planning & Zoning ................ 763-785-6180 Recycling & Solid Waste 763-785-6141 Sewer Backup 763-785-6165 Streets 763-785-6165 Stormwater ............................ 763-785-6172 Utility Billing 763-785-6141 Water & Sewer System 763-785-6165 Web 763-717-2638 Stay Connected CommunityConnect A Crime Prevention Partnership CommunityConnectBlaineMN.gov/ 30231692s 2410m31731 2518114t 261912w5 20136t27 28147f21 2922158s1 CalendarRecyclingOctober NotifyMe® Connect with your community and sign up for topics that interest you BlaineMN.gov/NotifyMe 20136s27 2814m721 29221581t 302316w29 24103t17 2518114f 2619125s November CIVICREADY Receive Emergency Communications BlaineMN.gov/CivicReady
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Community Standards is part of the City of Blaine’s Safety Services Department. Community Standards consists of four divisions; Neighborhood Services, Fire Inspections, Housing Services, and Facilities. This department includes the City’s Fire Marshal and Deputy Fire Marshal who are also part of Blaine’s Emergency Management team. Additionally, 11 of the staff members are also firefighters and respond to emergency calls in partnership with the SBM Fire Department during the day.
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Fire Inspections covers new construction and remodel plan review and inspections to ensure the proper installation of fire life safety equipment, extinguishing systems, and fire alarm systems. Fire Inspections also conducts routine inspections of commercial and industrial buildings to ensure safety and health requirements are being met and to obtain updated information on hazardous materials.
The Spring Lake Park-Blaine-Mounds View Fire Department will be opening the doors at each of the four volunteer fire stations this fall. It is a chance to see the fire trucks up close, watch live demonstrations, meet your firefighters, and learn about fire safety and prevention. Each station will host an Theevent.SBM
Earlier this summer, the Blaine Economic Development Authority (EDA) adopted the 105th Avenue Redevelopment Master Plan. The 105th Avenue/Radisson Road industrial area has been identified in Blaine’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan as a priority redevelopment area. It has also been identified as one of four priority areas by the Blaine City Council and is identified as a growth management project in the City’s strategic plan. General visioning discussions by the City Council have identified this area as a potential city core where the City should encourage walkable, entertainment type uses that are an amenity to Blaine residents and visitors. In the fall of 2021, an architectural team was selected to assist in designing the vision. Under the guidance of the consultant, staff, the City Council, and key stakeholders completed a planning and design process to establish the vision for this area. The 105th Avenue Redevelopment Master Plan provides a framework to guide development in the future, however the plan may change based on market conditions and developer feedback as the process moves forward. The plan identifies new uses such as hotels, restaurants, retail, and residential with urban development style characteristics. Public infrastructure improvements may include new roads, a parking ramp, and green space. The next steps in the redevelopment include selecting a master developer that will work with the City toward private development and public improvements. The City anticipates private and public improvements to begin sometime in 2023 and full development to occur over several years depending on the market and land availability.Tostay up-to-date and learn more visit,
Neighborhood Services enforces city ordinances relating to the public health, safety, and general condition and upkeep of the community. They respond to resident inquiries about code issues. In most instances, residents are simply unaware of the code and correct the situation immediately. Neighborhood Services strives to work cooperatively with residents and business owners to gain voluntary compliance of community standards.
For more information, visit BlaineMN.gov/CommunityStandards
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Saturday,SBMFire.org.October 1 10am-1pm Station Two 1149 89th Avenue NE Blaine MN Station Four 10290 Lever Street NE Blaine MN Saturday, October 8 10am-1pm Station One 1710 County Highway 10 Spring Lake Park MN Station Three 11920 Ulysses Street NE Blaine MN
Housing Services is responsible for the rental license program in the City of Blaine. All rental properties are required to obtain an annual license and have scheduled inspections to ensure rental properties are being properly maintained in accordance with the City’s Residential Maintenance Code. Housing Services is also responsible for conducting the fire inspections of all apartments and residential board and care facilities.
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Facilities is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and cleaning of the City’s buildings. Facilities also works to prepare spaces for both internal meetings and events and building rental groups.
Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week, October 9-15, 2022. This year’s campaign, “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape”, works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe from home fires. The SBM Fire Department encourages all residents to embrace the 2022 Fire Prevention Week theme. For more information about the open houses and other programs offered, call 763-767-4003 or visit
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The City has an off leash dog park that is specifically designed for dogs to be able to play and explore off leash. Swanson Dog Park is located at Aquatore Park and has space for dogs of all sizes. Swanson Dog Park is open daily from 5AM-10PM.
For more information, visit BlaineMN.gov/Stormwater Remy retired on August 8 after eight years of service with the Blaine Police Department. Remy and Officer Mark Allen formed a special bond during the last eight years as Mark saw Remy through health struggles as they grew to became a fantastic team. Officer Allen will soon start his new role as a school resource officer.
A new community initiative to clean up stormwater in southern Blaine is nearly complete. The Aurelia Park Pond project is a partnership between the City of Blaine and Coon Creek Watershed District (CCWD) to help reduce water pollution into, and prevent flooding of, Springbrook Creek. Springbrook Creek drains areas of Blaine, Spring Lake Park, Coon Rapids, and Fridley before joining the Mississippi River. This pond is improving water quality coming from the adjacent 50-acre neighborhood that was built before stormwater became a concern. The pond acts as a filter by allowing pollutants to settle out and provides water storage during high precipitation events. Stormwater is the largest source of water pollution in the US. It can cause erosion and it also contains sediment, nutrients, bacteria, chlorides from winter salt, and anything else picked up by water running off lawns, driveways, sidewalks, streets, or other hard surfaces. Stormwater does not get cleaned (treated) at a facility. Instead, other cost-effective methods are used. Examples are ponds, swales, or newer technologies like sumps with baffles, or engineered in-ground sand filters that can remove phosphorus, a nutrient that can cause algal blooms. Stormwater also adds surges of runoff entering creeks, ponds, wetlands, etc. Any type of obstruction can cause a backup. For example, a storm drain clogged from leaves or snow & ice can cause local street flooding. This project is designed to help Springbrook Creek meet Clean Water Act standards by using a treatment train of three practices: a catch basin sump with a baffle, the pond itself, and a sand filter bench that rings the pond bottom.
Underground chamber sump removes trash and large debris Pond allows time for sediment and its attached pollutants to settle out Sand "filter bench" at the edge of the pond removes phosphorus and bacteria as the water soaks through it
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Funding for this project came from the City of Blaine stormwater utility fund, the CCWD, and a Clean Water Fund Watershed-Based Implementation Fund grant. The grant was a result of local consensus of several cities including Blaine, Coon Rapids, Fridley, and Spring Lake Park.
K9 Remy Service Dates June 2014 to August 2022 Calls for Service - 402 Apprehensions - 8 Arrests - 112 Tracking Percentage - 29% Awards 2020 – USPCA Region 12 Eric Christensen “Spirit Award” 2019 – USPCA Region 12 Narcotics Trial Second Place Department Team 2018 – USPCA Region 12 Narcotics Trial Third Place Department Team 2018 – USPCA Region 12 Narcotics Trial Third Place Room Search 2015 – USPCA Region 12 Patrol Dog Trial Second Place Suspect Search 2015 – USPCA Region 12 Patrol Dog Trial Third Place Criminal Apprehension K9 Officer RetiresRemy After Eight Years of Service K9
To learn more about Swanson Dog Park, visit BlaineMN.gov/DogPark
Water Runoff Clean Filtered Water
This pond is designed to remove pollutants from stormwater (rain or snowmelt) that runs off from the nearby 50-acre neighborhood. Instead of flowing directly into Springbrook Creek, this stormwater is "treated" 3 ways before the cleaner water goes back into Springbrook Creek to help it meet Clean Water Act standards. Phosphorus is a nutrient that feeds algae. Algal blooms can turn water green and cause fish kills. E. coli bacteria, another pollutant, often comes from animal waste. A 3-part "treatment train" is designed to remove them: Flood Storage The pond is also designed to hold back high water for a short time instead of flooding the creek.
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Leash Law Enforced in Blaine Animals Must be on a Leash In Blaine it is required that all dogs be on a leash and under the control of their owner at all times when they are off your private property. The City has seen an uptick in reports of off leash dogs in City parks, creating dangerous situations for other park visitors. Even in larger parks with open space such as Lochness Park, dogs must be leashed at all times. Blaine Police will be increasing park patrols to monitor this situation.
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Randy’s offers free paper shredding. Please note, there may be long wait times for shredding. Four box or bag limit for paper shredding.
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Residents may bring leaves and grass to the Anoka County Compost sites. The hours for the sites are:
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• Garbage cans Basketball hoops Also, this is a good time to check your mailbox condition to see if it can handle the weight of the winterForsnow.more information on street sweeping and snow plowing activities, visit BlaineMN.gov/Public Works Leaf Raking Rake Your Leaves into the Street
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The street sweepers will be out this fall so please remember that the following items should not be placed on any City streets as they make it difficult to sweep in the fall and plow in the winter:
Bike Collection Bikes4KidsMN.orgfor Drop off any size bicycle. Bikes will be refurbished or have their parts used in refurbishing other bikes. Bikes are then donated to people in need. There is no charge to drop off a bike. Bikes for Kids is part of the Robert & Wilma Burbach Bike Foundation. Bike collection is available from April through October. Walters Recycling & 763-780-8464Refuse WaltersRecycling.com/Blaine Contact Walters to report missed garbage, recycling, or yard waste pickup. City Recycling BlaineMN.gov/Recycle763-785-6141Information
Enter at 1525 - 99th Lane NE
Monday - Friday: 10AM - 7PM Saturday: 9AM - 5PM Sunday: Noon - 5PM December - March, weather permitting Saturday: 9AM - 1PM Both sites observe the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day Rice Creek, Lino Lakes 7701 Main Street, Lino Lakes MN
Green Lights Recycling 763-785-0456 | GLRNow.com Cash or Check Only Mattresses, box springs, carpet, appliances, fluorescent lamps, electronics, rechargeable batteries, and tires are some of the items collected. Free items include scrap metal and vehicle batteries. See a complete list of fees at
The City of Blaine sponsors a recycling drop-off day the third Saturday of each month. Participants do not need to be a Blaine resident to bring items to the drop-off day. Please note, no garbage will be accepted. Follow the signs for the entrance and staff directions through the drop-off process. The recycling drop-off day is funded by Anoka County and Minnesota SCORE funds (Select Committee on Recycling and the Environment).
BlaineRecyclingSaturdays8 am — noon 3rd Saturday of Each Month
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Please keep in mind that all decaying plant material that ends up in the City’s ponds and streams contributes to greater phosphorus load and poor water quality. Please do not rake leaves into the street.
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Bunker Hills, Coon Rapids 13285 Hanson Boulevard NW, Coon Rapids MN
Monday: Closed Tuesday: 10AM - 7PM Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 10AM - 7PM Friday: Saturday:Closed9AM - 5PM Sunday: Noon - 5PM December - March, weather permitting Saturday: 9AM - 1PM
Game Coding: Super Mario Grades 2 to 6 Saturday, September 24 9am-noon, $55 res; $65 nr Kidcreate Studio Ages 4 to 9, Blaine City Hall Atrium, Glow in the Dark Halloween
Ages 5 to 6: 5:05-5:50pm, $85, max 20 Ages 7 to 10: 6-7pm, $85, max 20 Saturdays, September 17 - October 8 Ages 6 to 7: 11am-noon, $85, max 20 Ages 8 to 10: 12:10-1:10pm, $85, max 20 Soccer Tots
HuntPumpkinFlashlight Friday, October 21 7-8: $2030pmres;$21 nr Ages 10 and under with a parent/adult. Pumpkins are hiding and waiting to be found at Tom Ryan Park. Children along with their parents, can search the grounds for one pumpkin of their choice, celebrate by dancing under the stars with the family DJ, make a s’more, and play Halloween games. Fee includes a treat bag, one pumpkin, one craft, and refreshments. Come in a costume for the costume contest and bring a flashlight. Registration is required, Max. 150. Event held at Tom Ryan Park. Registration deadline is October 14 or when spaces fill.
3D Printing & CAD Grades 2 to 6 Saturdays, October 8 & 15 8-10am, $85 res; $95 nr Minecraft Mod Development: Amour Grades 3 to 7 Saturdays, October 8 & 15 10:30am-12:30pm, $75 res; $90 nr Multiplayer Minecraft: City Builder Grades 1 to 6 Thursdays, October 6 & 13 6-7:30pm, $72 res; $85 nr
For more specific information regarding locations, fees, times, and descriptions, visit our website at BlaineParks.com/Register For class descriptions and other specifics, visit BlaineParks.com/Register
Jim Peterson Athletic Complex Tuesdays, September 13 – October 3 Ages 3 to 4: 4:30-5pm, $69, max 16 Saturdays, September 17 – October 8 Ages 2 to 3: 9-9:30am, $69, max 16 Ages 3 to 4: 9:40-10:10am, $69, max 16 Ages 4 to 5: 10:20-10:50am, $69, max 16 Multi CentennialSportMiddle School Mondays, October 10-31 Ages 6 to 11: 9am-4pm, $85, max 20
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This tennis program is led by former Wimbledon player and NCAA National Tennis Champion, Harsh Mankad. Participants will learn the lifelong game of tennis in a fun, positive, and well structured coaching program. Players will develop strong fundamental skills for higher levels of play and be inspired by the learning environment. Visit tenicity.com to learn more about the Tenicity Tennis Program. For more information and complete details of the tennis being offered, please visit BlaineParks.com/Register or call 763-785-6164 .
Skyhawk Sports Camps
Tenicity Beginner Tennis Lessons
Flag Football Jim Peterson Athletic Complex Saturdays, October 15 – November 12 Ages 2 to 3: 9-9:30am, $69, max 16 Ages 3 to 4: 9:40-10:10am, $69, max 16 Ages 5 to 7: 10:20–11:20am, $85, max 20 Ages 8 to 10: 11:30am–12:30pm, $85, max 20 Hoopster Tots Centennial Elementary School Thursday, October 13 – November 3 Ages 2 to 4: 5:15-5:45pm, $69, max 16 Saturdays, November 19 – December 17 Ages 2 to 3: 9-9:30am, $69, max 16 Ages 3 to 5: 9:40-10:10am, $69, max 16 CentennialBasketballElementary School Tuesdays, October 13 – November 3 Ages 5 to 7: 5:55-6:55pm, $85, max 20 Ages 8 to 10: 7:05-8:05pm, $85, max 20 Saturdays, November 19 – December 17 Ages 6 to 7: 10:20-11:20am, $85, max 20 Ages 8 to 10: 11:30am–12:30pm, $85, max 20 Ages 10 to 12: 12:40-1:40pm $85, max 20
Friday, October 21, 6-8PM, $29 res; $33 nr For more information, call 763-785-6164 or visit BlaineParks.com/Register
Tuesdays, September 13 - October 3
Camps Held at Jim Peterson Athletic Complex and Centennial Elementary School
Video Production for YouTube: Gaming Grades 4 to 7 Saturdays, September 10 & 17 10:30am-12:30pm, $60 res; $72 nr
Group Lessons, Ages 5 to 17
This is your child’s chance to paint on a real canvas board. During this guided painting lesson, your child will create a Halloween scene featuring a spooky, swirly, starry night sky that glows in the dark! The children are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes to class. Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.
Page 6 BlaineParks.com or BlaineEvents.com - Recreation Connection BlaineParks.com BlaineEvents.com More information about Parks and Recreation is available at 763-785-6164 or in the current Recreation Connection online. RecConnectConnectedStayFall2022 The fall program catalog is now online, check out all the great program offerings. Registration for fall programs is now open at, BlaineParks.com/Register. Sign up for the RecConnect online at BlaineMN.gov/NotifyMe, choose News: BlaineParks Tech Academy Virtual MultiplayerClassesMinecraft: Colosseum Builder Grades 1 to 6 Saturdays, September 10 & 17 8-10am, $72 res; $86 nr
Non-officiated co-rec volleyball league. There will be one scheduled practice and eight games plus single elimination playoffs. Players must be at least 18 years old. Games held at Roosevelt Middle School. Game times vary in the evenings. Wednesdays, January 5 – Late March 6:30-9:30pm, $250/team
Sundays, September 25; October 2, 9, 16, 30; November 20; December 4 1-3pm, $84 Adult Sports Adult Fall Sports Offerings
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Everyone has fond memories of Mickey Mouse and Bugs Bunny, but how were they created? And who were the cartoon stars who preceded them? You can find that out and more in this great class from North Metro TV’s Movie Man Eric. You’ll learn about the very first animated movies, see which famous comic strip artists helped cartoons get their start, and even meet wacky characters like Gertie the Dinosaur, Felix the Cat, and Betty Boop along the way. It’s an unforgettable look at the earliest days of your cartoon heroes that you won’t want to miss! Class will be held over zoom and link will be sent out before the class begins.
October 5 - November 9 5:40-6:15pm, $50 RES; $55 NR Dancing Kids Ages 6 to Wednesdays,8
Thursday, September 29, 5-7pm $5/child or family
Wednesdays,Yoga
October 5 - November 2 8:30-9:15pm, $40 res; $44 nr
Wednesdays, October 5 - November 9 5-5:30pm, $50 res; $55 nr
October 5 - November 9 7-7:35pm, $50 RES; $55 NR Back to School Break Dance Ages 4 to 8 Saturday, September 24 10:30am-noon, $30 RES; $33 NR Mermaid Medleys Ages 4 to 8 Saturday, October 22 10:30am-noon, $30 RES; $33 NR For more information, call 763-785-6164 or visit BlaineParks.com/Register.
Officiated men’s basketball league. Players must be at least 18 years old. Games played at Centennial Middle School. Includes 10 games plus playoffs. Two officials per game and scorekeeper. Register by October 24. Game times vary in the evenings. Max 8 teams.
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October 5 - November 9 5-5:35pm, $50 RES; $55 NR
Youth Dance Held at QC Dance Studio, 9967 Ulysses Street NE
October 5 - November 9 6:20-6:55pm, $50 RES; $55 NR Adult Fitness Held at QC Dance Studio, 9967 Ulysses Street NE
October 5 - November 2 8-8:45pm, $35 res; $40 nr Session Wednesdays,2 November 16 - December 14 8-8:45pm, $35 res; $40 nr
Thursday, September 15, 5-7pm $5/child or family Biodiversity BioBlitz, all ages Join a naturalist from Wargo Nature Center to explore and discover as many species as possible in the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary! Using the iNaturalist app we will identify and record as many species as possible to discover the biodiversity of the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary.
Mommy and Me Ages 0 to 2 with parent/adult
5-Person Basketball League
Kidlets: Intro to Dance Ages 2 to Wednesdays,3
Tuesday, October 11, 6:30-8pm, $10 Learn to Curl Ages 8 to 18, Held at Four Seasons Curling Club, Fogerty Arena
SanctuaryWetlandBlaine Fall Birding, all ages Join a naturalist from Wargo Nature Center and grab a pair of binoculars (provided) to discover all the birds that use the Blaine Wetland Sanctuary in the fall.
Wednesdays,SessionZumba1
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Have you seen Curling on TV during the Olympics? Now is your opportunity to give the sport a try. Over seven weeks you will learn how to slide, throw, and sweep the curling stone along with the rules of the game. Beginner and intermediate instruction provided, so this program is a great place to try curling for the first time and then continue the next season if you like it. Curling equipment is provided, but please wear comfortable clothes and socks that are warm enough for 45-degree air temperatures, bring a clean pair of tennis shoes to wear on the ice, and consider thin gloves. Program held at Fogerty Arena, use the curling club entrance on the south side of the building. Register by September 18.
Sundays, November 6 – March 19 6:15-10:15pm, $600/team Co-Rec Volleyball League
Saturday, November 5 6-8pm, Blaine City Hall $20 res; $21 nr Ages 10 and under with a parent/adult. Your little princess or prince can see Elsa and her friends at the Prince and Princess Party. Come enjoy crafts, photo opportunities, tattoos, games, refreshments, face painting, a DJ, and lots of dancing. Come in your favorite princess or prince costume and do not forget your camera. Event held at Blaine City Hall. Max 185.
Kidance: Intro to Dance Ages 4 to Wednesdays,5
For more information, call 763-785-6164 or visit BlaineParks.com/Register
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The annual stop on the PGA Tour brings in 156 of the best golfers in the world to compete at the TPC Twin Cities in Blaine. The City of Blaine uses the 3M Open as an opportunity to connect with developers, builders, bankers, real estate brokers, and businesses to share the City’s vision for Blaine. This year’s event was a success for the City and saw a diverse group of visitors excited to participate in the future of development in Blaine and bring amenities to the City that residents have requested. This event means big business for the local economy with a $50 million annual economic impact.
The Performance in the Park concert series returned to Tom Ryan Park with 17 concerts this summer. Local food trucks and great performances made for great events all summer long. Night to Unite Night to Unite is all about building community and trust. Over 100 Blaine neighborhoods hosted block parties. Public safety personnel from the City of Blaine and the Blaine City Council made stops at parties all over the city. Safety Camp In August, 140 incoming fourth graders gathered for two days of learning and fun at the annual Blaine Safety Camp. This very popular event focuses on teaching kids how to be safe in a variety of situations.
MAYC Celebrating 40 Years
Blaine sees large events all year round with over 7 million visitors coming through the City. Much of the activity peaks in the summer with events for both residents and visitors to enjoy. These events give a big boost to the local economy especially to the retail, hospitality, and restaurant industries.
You are invited to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Mary Ann Young Center on Tuesday, September 20 from 4-6PM. Everyone is welcome to stop by to enjoy refreshments, music, and tour the building. Join us as we celebrate this milestone of providing a variety of quality programming to older adults in the community for the past 40 years. A short program will be held at 5PM.
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Target USA Cup Target USA Cup welcomed the world back to Blaine. With international teams returning to USA Cup the tournament was a huge success. A highlight for many was welcoming players from Ukraine. Target USA Cup also has a big economic impact on the region contributing $35 million per year to the economy.
Blaine Festival
Tuesday, September 20, 4-6pm
noon -9pm Fall Craft Fair inside City Hall 3 -6pm Petting Zoo with over 40 animals 3 -9pm Food Trucks and Beer Garden 3 5pm 6 9pm BlaineMN.gov/Oktoberfest
Summer Events Make Blaine Special Busy Summer in Blaine
Live Music Featuring noon 9pm Tom Ryan paRk
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
The Blaine Festival in Aquatore Park featured live music, carnival rides, food, and many local vendors. The event saw thousands come together to celebrate community during the last weekend in June. This event has a great legacy and a bright future. Currently, the City is working with the Blaine Festival on plans to add a permanent bandshell to Aquatore Park.
Performances in the Park
