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Krull: ‘I’ve got a year ahead of me’ Board to respond to resignation today BY LEAH SHAFFER lshaffer@swpub.com
Eden Prairie Schools Superintendent Melissa Krull has announced her intention to step down by the end of the 2012 school year. In doing so, Krull will be leaving in the middle of the K-6 transition for EP Schools, a process that has been the focus of her administration for the past year. “I just feel like there are so many
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things that are good in this district right now, everything is good,” said Krull, i n a phone i nterview Thursday. The schools are integrated and the [achievement] gap has been cut in half. And I Melissa think we’re so well Krull p osit ione d r i g ht now it just seemed like such a good time to move to the next thing.” What that next thing could be, Krull would not specify. “I’m really going to keep my eye
on the school district right now,” she noted. “I’ve got a year ahead of me and we’ve got work to do.” On the horizon are a School Board election and a referendum, set for Nov. 8. “I’m going to be keeping my eye on this transition process and this referendum,” said Krull. She added that she’s committed to keeping her focus on equity. “I’ll continue my work in that way, somehow, but that’s a long way off.” Carol Bomben, chair of the Eden Prairie School Board, declined to comment on the next steps for finding a new superintendent. The board will chime in on the
Board holds closed session The School Board held an emergency closed meeting Friday at noon to discuss “pending litigation, which is an unemployment matter,” with the district attorney, according to minutes from the meeting. The reasoning behind holding the emergency meeting was related to “pending litigation, previously unknown to the board and its counsel, which requires the filing of a request for reconsidering no later than Aug. 2, 2011.” At the meeting, the board passed a resolution authorizing its counsel “to see if the Eden Prairie District has a basis for reconsideration of unemployment judgment and seek extension of the Aug. 2, 2011 deadline.”
in 1999, and was appointed acting superintendent when Bill Gaslin’s contract as superintendent was not renewed in 2002. That fall the district sought a referendum. “I enjoy the work. I enjoy working
matter during its next meeting, to be held today at 3:30 p.m.
A LONG HISTORY WITH EP Krull has been with the school district since 1984, when she was hired as a special education teacher. She became an assistant superintendent
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City’s stormwater ponds get an up-close look this summer EP mandated to inspect all its ponds, wetlands and basins BY LEAH SHAFFER lshaffer@swpub.com
For the second year, Eden Prairie has been tackling the herculean task of sizing up the quality of its stormwater ponds and wetlands. All told, as part of a mandate from t he Mi n nesot a Pol lution C ont rol A gency, t he cit y w i l l be requi red to col lect data on a total of 942 water bodies that include ditches, creek segments and ponds. It’s a task that could take more than a decade, according to the city’s Environmental Coordinator Leslie Stovring. Much of the work involves gathering data to determine how much sediment has built up in the ponds. All those ponds, ditches, wetlands and basins, when doing their job correctly, fi lter stormwater runoff from homes and streets to reduce
polluted runoff going into lakes and rivers. For a city like Eden Prairie though, assessing all those bodies of water can prove to be a long, meticulous process. For the crew from Wenck Associates, the contractor handling the project, that means a long summer of slogging through ditches and other mosquito-clogged corners of the city. Wenck spent 2010 collecting data on more than 100 basins within the Staring Lake watershed. This summer, you might spot Carl Enzenauer, Chandi McCracken and Jacob Mock scanning the perimeters of wetlands and ponds within the Neill and Eden Lake water she d a re a s. S o fa r, t hey haven’t seen much wildlife. “A lot of garbage,” said McCracken. “The bugs are pretty thick,” noted Enzenauer. “We start pretty early and go until we feel heatstroke coming on,” he joked.
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Chandi McCracken, of Wenck Associates, pulls out some of their equipment used in measuring collection ponds.
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The Peterson family of Eden Prairie has been named the Farm Family of the Year for Hennepin County by the University of Minnesota. From left, those pictured include Sever and wife, Sharon Peterson, son-in-law Mitch Michaelson, Lowell Peterson, Sever and Sharon’s daughter-in-law Nicola and son Aaron Peterson. The family is posed with a 1947 restored tractor.
Petersons a Farm Family of the Year Family gathering a heap of sweet corn for Lions Club Corn Feed
When: Starting at 10:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6
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Where: Round Lake Park, at Eden Prairie Road and Valley View Road
Getting the Petersons together for an afternoon is no easy task in the summer. Every member of this year’s Hennepin County Farm Family of the Year is kept hopping during the peak of their season: With fields to harvest, produce to distribute, a corn maze to plan, weather to contend with, machinery to fi x. Ah, but the final product is oh-so-good – sweet corn by the bundles, destined for farm stands around the metro and grocery stores. This Saturday a big heap of the corn will be headed to the Eden Prairie Lions and Lioness Clubs Corn Feed at Round Lake Park. Every year, The University of
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$8 gets you all-you-can-eat corn (from the Petersons’ farm) sloppy Joe, or hot dog and chips Proceeds go to local projects like Camp Eden Wood, scholarships for local high school seniors, PROP (People Reaching Out to People), Camp Courage, Meals on Wheels,, Chrestomathy and Opportunity Partners. Minnesota selects farm families to recognize from each county (last year, another Eden Prairie family, the Pichas, was named family of the year for the county). The families will be recognized in a ceremony Thursday, Aug. 4, at the annual Farmfest near Redwood Falls. “It’s always nice to get recognized for your work,” said Aaron
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Peterson. “All farm families work hard,” he added. Aaron is the fourth generation Peterson farmer. Their Eden Prairie farm was established by his great-grandfather in the late 1880s. Aaron’s parents, Sever and Sharon, have transitioned the business of
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The winners of the “What makes Eden Prairie the No. 1 Best Place to Live in America?” community photo contest are as follows: I First place in the adult category: Tracey Stanley for her entry “Hello.” Stanley received a milestone membership to Eden Prairie Flash Digital Portraits valued at $500. I Second place in the adult category: Wayne Johnson for
his entry “Alex.” Johnson received $50 in gift certificates to Eden Prairie businesses. I Third place in the adult category: Dianne Corder for her entry “Purgatory Creek No. 1.” Corder received $25 in gift certificates to Eden Prairie businesses. I First place in the youth category: Chloe Ramos for her entry “Photo No. 1.” Ramos received a pizza and ice cream party with up to 15 friends.
BP special to support PROP BP Gas Station at 8820 Aztec Drive, Eden Prairie, is offering a hot dog with a drink for $1 at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 5, to benefit PROP. All proceeds will be given to People Reaching Out to Other People (PROP), Eden Prairie’s local food shelf and fi nancial support agency.
Rotary Rib Fest lottery winners The Rotary Club’s Rib Fest lottery winners were as follows: I First place: Mary Lenker, who received a Green Egg Grill I Rick Johnson received four Twins Tickets I Pat Michaelson received a Dakota Jazz Club Gift certificate The Rib Fest is the Rotary Club’s annua l fund raising event to support local service projects.
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The Dixit family has put together a garden in the backyard of their Eden Prairie home to honor their daughter Shreya, who died in a car accident in 2007. Since that time, the Dixit family and friends have worked to raise awareness about the dangers of driving while distracted. An upcoming event to raise awareness on the issue will be held at Purgatory Creek Park the morning of Aug. 6. Visit shreyadixit.org for more information.
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Participants recite a pledge from a previous Raksha event. The Raksha Walk: A Campaign for DistractionFree Driving has been held at Purgatory Creek Park since 2008. in an automobile accident in 2000.” “Those of us who have lost loved ones to preventable accidents know that only by turning our grief into action can we help others avoid devastating grief,” said Ritchie, in the release.
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“I am so grateful to Shreya’s parents and family for their leadership and commitment to educating others about distracted driving.” Vijay said that the grief about the death of Shreya will never go away. “She is gone, so we celebrate her life by doing things that she would have loved to do,” he said.
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The Eden Prairie School District is in the middle of a branding process, that, if it plays out correctly, would provide people a “consistent way to tell our story,” said Marsha Baisch, interim communications director for the district. A branding process does not mean you might change your logo, name or even tagline for the district, she noted. “What it means is you take a really thoughtful and careful look at our district, our Eden Prairie schools, and we clarify or we make consistent, the way that the district articulates … who we are … what we stand for.” But can the district provide a “consistent” message when it is made up of a variety of parents with all manner of opinions? Some parents are skeptical of the branding process itself. If you visit the Eden Prairie School Board Accountability page on Facebook, a number of posts
scoff at the branding initiative. In a post about the possibility of a levy increase, one person responds: “Until the administration can show to be good stewards of our money, i.e. not hiring consulting groups such as PEG, a branding firm, an architect fi rm that gave them options they never intended on using, to name a few, I will never vote for another dime.” The branding process actually stems from a board resolution passed last November. In the resolution the boards asks the administration for “evidence that the need for branding strategies for existing, new and reconfigured facilities will be evaluated and necessary strategies will be implemented by 2011.” The School Board decided at that time that it might be a good idea to clarify the district’s messaging about the district’s identity through a branding process, said Baisch. Doing that, “ensures purposeful and consistent communication with all stakeholders,” she added. The district allocated $50,000 for the process but has so far committed $30,000 to Risdall McKinney, the public relations
fi rm it is has hired. The district’s communication coordinator, Camie Melton Hanily, was heading up the branding process, but has since left the district for a new position with Eaton Corp. According to Baisch, a branding committee was formed that includes students, staff, parents and community members. They also have been reviewing the communication channels the district is using, such as the possibility of using social networking sites. There are two phases to the project: one is called the reconnaissance phase, the gathering of information, said Baisch. The second phase is the mapping phase, that’s really where you come up with the new brand that is going to be a part of Eden Prairie schools, she said. The mapping phase should be completed by the end of this fall. From there, you create a communications plan outline to ensure that the Eden Prairie School District is clear and consistent in its communications about what that story is going to be, she said. When asked about parent concern about spending money
2 have filed to run for School Board According to Jessica McCandless, elections coordinator for the Eden Prairie School District, two residents fi led to run for School Board as of Wednesday, Aug. 3. The fi ling period opened Tuesday, Aug. 2. F i l i n g were cu r rent School Board Chair Carol Bomben and Bill Lapadat. Bomben was fi rst elected to
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WEBSITES The school district’s plan for new websites is actually a separate initiative from the branding process. Because of capacity issues, the district cannot launch new websites for all the schools this upcoming school year, she said. This August the district should unveil its new site and later in the year, it will unveil three sites for two elementary schools and Central Middle School. The new and old district website will be up so parents don’t get confused, said Baisch. She said the district is seeking a consistent template for new websites. “There will be similarities in the navigation bars and the ease in which you can navigate the website.”
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he backyard of the Dixit home is lush with a vegetable and a flower garden in full bloom. The flowers are arranged to form a giant “S” in honor of Shreya Dixit, a college student from Eden Prairie who died in 2007 following a car crash caused by a distracted driver. For Vijay and Rekha Dixit, the garden is but one of the ways they honor their daughter. For the past four years, they have also organized an event at Purgatory Creek Park to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted drivers. That event, the Raksha Walk, will be held starting at 9 a.m. this Saturday. Through the Shreya R. Dixit Memorial Foundation, they have also established a scholarship in Shreya’s name, have helped distribute a documentary about her death and the perils of driving distracted and Vijay often speaks to corporations and classes about distracted driving. It is a way to channel their grief toward a greater good. During this year’s Raksha event, participants in the event take part in a vigil where they honor those lost to distracted drivers. The event also includes a pledge to drive distraction free. This is the fourth time they’ll have taken the same pledge, notes Vijay. But reinforcement is a key part of the Raksha Walk. “Reinforcing that message over and over and over again,
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Search for superintendent an opportunity for a fresh start Eden Prairie Superintendent Melissa Krull has announced her intention to leave the district in 2012. Krull has her supporters and detractors, but she has accomplished much and we wish her a successful school year and future career. Now, the Eden Prairie School Board will need to discuss its plans for replacing Krull. We understand that discussion is beginning with a meeting today. One place to look for ideas might be the city of Eden Prairie, which recently conducted a search for a new city manager in an open and thorough process. As part of that process, the possible candidates were not only interviewed by council members, but by staff, members of the public and a committee of
community leaders. Notes from those interviews were all taken into account when making the city manager decision. What the school district has been lacking for the past few years has been clear communication with the public and opportunities to empower stakeholders. A new School Board, undergoing a search for a new superintendent, has a rare opportunity to make amends in a community of parents that has long felt left out of the decision-making process. A search was not conducted when the board hired Krull. We hope as the School Board looks to fi nd the best candidate to lead the Eden Prairie Schools, they look within and beyond the district in an open process involving the entire community.
My dangerous left thigh I like to toss certain unsolicited mail. You know the kind. They have AARP plastered all over. Join, oh you senior citizens, join and save, band together and prosper. Nope, not me. Not yet. I toss them away. I am not retired and probably never will be. At least that’s how it looks now. And then there’s more mail. When Delta took over Northwest, I began to receive frequent, repeated and incessant offers of a Delta American Express credit card. I resisted. I resisted for all sorts of reasons, including a fee starting in the second year. Being able to check a free bag was tempting. But nope, not me. Resist. Just like AARP – if you keep asking me, I am not more likely to join. But then. One day. I gave in. I succumbed! The offer of $100 dollars off a ticket to Boston finally convinced me. My kids and I flew there for my niece’s wedding. Off we went, credit card in pocket. We are not novice travelers. We roll our bags deftly up escalators and over moving walkways. We are comfortable air travelers. Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport – not a bad airport as airports go. It’s June. We are one behind the other going through security. I, as the mother of this small clan, am in the rear. I watch my daughter’s bag stall under the X-ray machine. “Bag check,” the officer says. As
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Ms. Hoerle’s guest commentary in the July 7 Eden Prairie News indicating she was “appalled” that our Sen. David Hann would write a letter to the archbishop rebutting his letter to Gov. Dayton. The Archbishop’s letter urged Dayton to maintain huge taxpayer sums to various welfare programs. Sen. Hann very articulately challenged the archbishop’s letter which indicated it is moral and good to transfer money from hard working people to those that choose not to. Good for Sen. Hann. At the time he wrote that letter he was in the midst of a major budget battle at the Capitol as the Health Policy and Finance Committee chairman. Much of the financial over-runs were due to exploding costs for Medical Assistance and various welfare plans to more than 650,000 Minnesotans. He was doing his best to clean up the financial mess from the previous majority party which promised welfare benefits we taxpayers are forced to deliver. Let me share two recent life occurrences within my own family to help explain reasons for Sen. Hann’s well-stated objections. My nephew’s wife “Pam” teaches at a local public school in the suburbs. Toward the end of a recent school year, three senior girls came to meet
with her asking about “how to sign up for welfare.” Her reply to the girls was that the main reason for getting a good education was to prevent the need to go on welfare. Their reply was that “it was better to go on welfare because they received an income and free medical care. This was better than a job because you didn’t need to work and they pay you to have babies. The more babies you have, the more they pay you. And you didn’t even need to be married!” The second occurrence was that of my niece’s husband “Bill” who works in W. St. Paul, just off of downtown. A gentleman who lived across the street asked if he could borrow a their grill so he and his friends might cook out that afternoon. Their party was right across the street from Bill’s place of employment, so Bill was able to watch. The same gentleman became a regular at borrowing the grill, so obviously he and his friends were not on vacation. Upon inquiring as to how this gentleman and his friends had so much time on their hands during the middle of the week, their reply was that they “we’re on welfare and didn’t need to work.” Bill works 60-70 hours a week to keep his wife at home with their kids. His comment was “something is very wrong with this situation. I really object to being forced to help support their leisurely lifestyle. My
family needs the tax dollars I earn more.” Both of these situations underscore Sen. Hann’s points exactly, that “government dependency is not charity.” Is it moral to induce people into poverty and keep them there with the wealth redistributions from hard-working families? The Archbishop seems to be forgetting that helping the poor is the primary responsibility of the church, where people give voluntarily. When churches abdicate that responsibility to government, government is sure to try to twist it to its own political advantage. In this case it is to create a votingblock to vote in more government dependency, and maintain a regular base of voter support at the same time. This has become an advantage to many politicians to entice people into poverty and keep them there, and pass the financial burden on to hard-working families like Bill’s who have no choice but to pay their taxes. This is anything but moral, is absolutely not charity and Sen. Hann is both right and courageous for saying so – yes, even to the archbishop. This has needed to be said for a long time. Thank you Sen. David Hann for stepping up and saying so. John and Kathy Tyler are Eden Prairie residents.
sonnel decisions at the principal level and higher. I hope that a new superintendent will come in with a different style and with a different educational philosophy. S/he deserves a team that will be supportive of change, not adherence or loyalty to the decisions and direction of the outgoing superintendent.
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Group favors reasonable map In light of Superintendent Krull’s recent announcement to resign from her position, Yes For Neighborhood Schools has decided to change their strategy. With one of its goals now accomplished, the nonprofit organization has decided to postpone a legal challenge in hope that a new administration and School Board will draw a new, reasonable boundary map and create innovative and community supported programs to close the achievement gap and provide the best education for all students. We strongly encourage the School Board to require a typical and legally sound boundary map-setting process similar to the Bloomington School District’s recent process. The boundary task force meetings were open to the public, multiple map options consistent with School Board boundary setting policy were developed and reviewed by the public and the School Board approved the fi nal boundary map. A large majority of parents and teachers believe equity is a false hope to close the achievement gap. Learning is not driven by classroom socio-economics. Instead, the driving
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factors behind closing the achievement gap are high quality teachers with specialized training, innovative programs that provide additional help with homework and community involvement. Thus, as the upcoming School Board election nears, Yes For Neighborhood Schools will encourage supporters to vote for candidates who will: I Replace the superintendent’s busing map with a new, reasonable boundary map using a typical and legally sound map-setting process I Create innovative, community supported programs to close the achievement gap and provide the best education for all students. On behalf of all individuals who are still opposed to the superintendent’s busing plan, we urge the School Board majority, the Star Tribune and other supporters of the superintendent’s plans, to formally retract your support for these plans and apologize for the insulting, inaccurate labels used for the opposition. We ask instead that you support the national trends of going back to neighborhood elementary schools and work to create innovative, community supported strategies to close the achievement gap! While the superintendent’s resignation is a start, our work is far from over. The current status of our
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district, with hundreds of students fleeing to more stable districts, overwhelming budget shortfalls and a community divided, requires much repair. However, our mission remains the same and that is to provide the best education for all Eden Prairie students.
Nancy Frischmon, Amy Jore and Kelly Scott Schwantz Eden Prairie Editor’s note: Frischmon, Jore and Schwantz are writing on behalf of Yes For Neighborhood Schools.
Time to reclaim district With the news that the superintendent will not have a new contract, I hope that parents who are planning/ considering taking their children out of Eden Prairie Schools will reconsider. We now have the opportunity to work together toward a common goal of reclaiming the direction of our school district. With the prospect of a new School Board and a new superintendent, we can once again channel our collective energies into educational programs, policies and philosophies that we can support, rather than fighting against those we oppose. As the district looks ahead to the transition, I also hope that the School Board will involve itself with all per-
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Thanks after bus incident This letter is to thank the city of Eden Prairie Police and Fire departments and SouthWest Transit for its service above and beyond the call of duty on Wednesday, July 20. That day, the bus driver transporting our Summer Stretch teens and adult chaperones to the Chanhassen site of Feed My Starving Children suffered a medical emergency. While the adults on the bus worked to slow and eventually stop the bus, a call to 911 brought your phenomenal team of first responders. As the story unfolded, we discovered another driver on the road, who is married to an Eden Prairie police officer, noticed the bus and had called it in even as our adults were calling from
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Michael Prins, 60, of Eden Prairie, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2011. Visitation was Sunday July 31, 6-7:30 p.m. Celebration of Life Service one hour before. All were at Eden Prairie Presbyterian Church. 9145 Eden Prairie Road. WashburnMcReavey Eden Prairie Chapel 952-975-0400
Jennifer Joy (Mitchell) Moorse Funeral service for Jennifer Moorse, 47, of Chaska will be held Thursday, Aug. 4 at 3 p.m. with visitation one hour before at Westwood Church, 3121 Westwood Dr., Chanhassen (1 block north of Highway 5 on Highway 41). Visitation was held Wednesday, Aug. 3 from 4-7 pm. at the Washburn-McReavy Eden Prairie Chapel, 7625 Mitchell Rd. (1 block north of Highway 5). Jennifer was Financial Advisor with Edward Jones, a member of the Southwest Metro Chamber of Commerce and dedicated hockey mom. She was preceded in death by her sister, Cynthia. She was survived by her loving husband, Tom; son, Mitchell; parents, Aulden and Mariane Mitchell; sisters, Melinda (Brian) Sas and Rebecca Mitchell. Private interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Chaska. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network or Westwood Church. Washburn-McReavy Eden Prairie Chapel. 952-975-0400.
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den Prairie High School Security Guard Jerry Pittman was remembered during a memorial service Tuesday, Aug. 2, at the Knights of Columbus in Bloomington. Pittman, a Bloomington resident, died suddenly July 28 at age 58. Students, friends and family members contributed to and visited a makeshift memorial of candles and sidewalk chalk outside Eden Prairie High School throughout the weekend. Pittman had worked as “the greatest EPHS security guard” for nine years. He had also worked for Northwestern Bell for 30 years, according to his family. He was referred to by students as “Pitter” and “JerBear” and described as “fun” and “energetic.” “He really loved what he did,” said Leah Luzhansky. A Facebook page titled “RIP Jerry Pittman” had 2,747 “likes” on Wednesday. Michael Mappleback, a 2010 EPHS graduate, was one of the organizers of the memorial. He met Pittman during his first week of freshman year. “I had no idea where to go. He showed me where all my classes were and basically just helped me around the school,” Mappleback said. “I think he did that with everyone.” Mappleback said that Pittman saved his life. “Three weeks into my freshman year I was having the hardest time of my life. “I was on the verge of suicide,” he said. Jerry noticed something was wrong, pulled him aside and talked to him. “If it wasn’t for him, I wouldn’t be here today,” Mappleback said. “He never judged me for a second,” he added. “He cared about every student in that high school.”
Jerry Pittman Mappleback was surprised by how many people visited the memorial. He estimated between 300 and 400 people, mentioning students from 2001, 2003 and 2005, in addition to family members – and even people who went to high school with Jerry. He said Pittman would be remembered for the impact he had on the school. “I think everyone will just remember him by his smile,” Mappleback said. “He always put a smile on his face no matter what.” Pittman’s family was touched by the outpouring of support. “Obviously we know how much we loved our dad and what a great guy he was,” said his daughter Sara Clark. “But then to see all these other people that we didn’t even know – how he touched their life. It was amazing.” “It was just very, very touching,” said his daughter Jeni Pittman. “When we
“If it wasn’t for him, I wouldn’t be here today. He never judged me for a second. He cared about every student in that high school.” Michael Mappleback 2010 EPHS graduate got there, we just all started crying.” Jeni said her father tried to make it to every EPHS graduation he was invited to. “We found a whole box from Eden Prairie kids of things they had given him and thank you cards,” she said. “He kept every single one.” His daughters said Pittman also liked to entertain, and to take care of his home and yard. He got together with friends in the winter to play hockey. But they will remember his love the most, Sara said. “He was very involved in our lives,” Jeni said.
Pittman was described in his obituary as “a man with a huge heart, sense of humor, charming personality and generous spirit.” He was preceded in death by his father, Howard. He is survived by mother, Marlys; children, Sara, Jennifer and Scott; siblings, Kathy, Mark, Gayle, Dave, Gloria, and Joann; and other relatives and friends.
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SIDE LINES EPDT to hold Dance Camp The Eden Prairie Dance Team will conduct its annual Kids Dance Camp at Eden Prairie High School Aug. 11-12. The camp is for girls entering grades K-8 and begins at 9 a.m. and runs until noon both days. For $55, campers will receive dance instruction in jazz, kick, hip-hop, T-shirt, music CD, camp awards and show (four levels for all ages). For more information, email epdt@comcast.net or call (952) 975-2527.
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American Legion Baseball is a national institution, having survived a world war and several national tragedies. Today, the program registers some 5,400 teams in 50 states (100,000 youth participate annually). Since its 1925 inception, the league has had 10 million players.
It’s not too late to sign up for August Learn to Skate lessons at the Eden Prairie Community Center. Summer is a great time to take lessons as the ice is not so crowded and class sizes are generally smaller. On Monday and Wednesday mornings (11 a.m.), beginning Aug. 1, classes are offered at the penguin, polar bear, otters, shivers, pre-alpha, alpha, beta, gamma, delta and freestyle levels. Evening classes began Tuesday, Aug. 2, and run Tuesdays and Thursdays for four weeks. In addition to the regular classes, classes are also offered for hockey players (Power I and II). Adult classes are also available. You can sign up online on the city of Eden Prairie website or come into the Community Center and sign up. If your class is fi lled, put your name on a wait list. Classes will be added to accommodate all levels. If you have any questions, call Beth at (952) 949-8472.
EP reigns (rains?) supreme Legion team wins second title in a row, sixth in last eight years BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
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he end result was what the Eden Prairie American Legion baseball team had hoped. The process, however, was a bit murky. The end result of this weekend’s American Legion Minnesota State Baseball Tournament was that the Eden P rairie A merican L egion baseball team was declared state champions. Declared? “It would’ve been nice to win it on the field,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Scott Hackett, “but the national people needed to turn in the resu lts by a cer tain time and we couldn’t get the game started in time to allow for that to happen.” In hindsight, beginning the tournament on Friday instead of Thursday allowed for little wiggle room. “Having 16 teams play on a Friday instead of a Thursday helped attendance,” said Hackett, “but that meant we didn’t have the ability to move back if we got rain.” So? Eden Prairie (4-0), the only undefeated team in the tournament, was declared the state champion. Lino Lakes (6-1), the team Eden Prairie was slated to play in the state cha mpionship ga me, was the runner-up. Both teams advance to the Regional Tournament in Dickinson, N.D. (Aug. 4-8).
‘GUYS CAME TO HIT’ Eden Prairie opened play Friday afternoon with a game against Maplewood, Hill Murray’s legion team. Eden Prairie started Adam Bray; Maplewood started Boston Red Sox draftee Robert Youngdahl. After three innings, Maplewood led 2-1. “We broke through after going through the order a second time,” said Hackett, of his team’s six-run fourth inning. “He’s a high pitch count guy; he got tired and he got frustrated.” Speaking of frustrated, Eden Prairie stranded two base runners in the second inning and then two more in the third, an inning that ended in controversy when Eden Prairie was called for base-runner
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Thompson lands lunker Eden Prairie’s M. Scott Thompson reeled in this 35-inch northern pike on Sunday, July 3, while fishing on Lake Waconia.
Recreational volleyball registration Registrations are being accepted for the 2011 Eden Prairie Volleyball Fall League. Girls entering grades K-8 are eligible. Registrations are being accepted through Sept. 4. For more information, as well as registration instructions, go to epvolleyball.com.
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Members of the Eden Prairie American Legion baseball team celebrate a state championship. With its title, Eden Prairie now advances to the Central Plains Regional Tournament in Dickinson, N.D. (Aug. 4-8).
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more runs. That can be very deflating. “I don’t know if it’s true,” he adds, “but a parent told me that we didn’t lose an inning until yesterday (Sunday). “
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Wednesday, Eden Prairie, along with members of the Lino Lakes team, was scheduled to share a bus ride to Dickinson, N.D., site of the Regional Tournament. “Both Nebraska teams are going to be there,” said Hackett, “and they are usually pretty tough; Sioux Falls East is also a good team.” Eden Prairie? “I like our chances,” said the coach. “Not only have the guys been there before, but because of Monday’s cancellation, we’ll be well rested when we get there.” Last year, Eden Prairie parlayed a Regional championship into a long run (runnerup) at the American Legion World Series. “Hopefully, that (World Series) is something we can talk about next week,” adds Hackett. Eden Prairie opens the Regional Tournament play on Thursday (today) at 10 a.m. For tournament updates, go to legion.org/baseball/tournaments/centralplains.
2007 – Eden Prairie interference (sliding outside the baseline). “We got going right after that,” adds Hackett. Tyler Peterson led Eden Prairie with a 3-4, 3 RBI performance. Tyler Ruemmele was 1-3 with 2 RBI and 2 runs. Final score: Eden Prairie 12, Maplewood 2. From there, Eden Prairie defeated Albert Lea 13-1 (Eden Prairie had 16 hits), Osseo 18-5 (EP had 20 hits) and Sauk Rapids 10-5 (EP had 14 hits). Ruemmele, Cameron Mingo and Jordan Smith were credited with wins. If Eden Prairie had played in Monday’s title game, Hackett would’ve had plenty of options at pitcher. Bray could’ve started. Ruemmele, who only threw four innings in Eden Prairie’s win over Albert Lea, was available, as was Lance Thonvold. By comparison, Lino Lakes was in a pickle. Not only had they played seven games as
opposed to Eden Prairie’s four, but they also played Monday morning. “Lose early and you can play a lot of games,” adds Hackett.
BACK TO BACK With its title, Eden Prairie defended last year’s state championship. In addition, Eden Prairie, to Hackett’s knowledge, became one of only two teams to win a state tournament as the host. They also became one of only a handful of teams to win backto-back state tournaments. “Mike Halloran’s Edina team did it in the early 80s,” said Hackett, “and Eden Prairie won four in a row a few years ago (2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007).” When asked to explain this year’s success, Hackett talked of offense. “When the other team did score,” he said, “we answered by either matching or scoring
Junior sweeps oar through Eden Prairie BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
Sunday, the Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club hosted the Twin Cities Junior Sweeps Regatta on Eden Prairie’s Bryant Lake. This begs a couple of questions. One, who and what is the Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club? Two, without shutting the lake down, how can you hold a regatta on Bryant Lake? The answer to the fi rst question is simple, if you’re in the know. The Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club is rowing for
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The Eden Prairie Boys Basketball Association is seeking individuals interested in serving as head coaches (grades four to eight) during the 2011-12 travel basketball season. Individuals will be asked to fi ll out an application detailing their basketball backgrounds and prior coaching experience. Interviews of candidates will be conducted in mid-to-late August. For information and a copy of the coaching application, visit epbba.org or contact traveldirector@epbba.org. Applicants must apply prior to Aug. 6 to be considered for a head coaching position.
TAGS Gymnastics’ fall registration TAGS Gymnastics is taking registrations for its fall session that runs Sept. 6-Oct. 29. Classes are offered for boys and girls of all ability levels ages 2-17. For information, go to tagsgym. com or call (952) 920-5342.
Boots and Boas event accepting registration You can run or walk a scenic 3.1-mile course and help fi ght domestic abuse at the same time by participating in the inaugural Boots & Boas 5K Run/Walk at 9 a.m. Sept. 10 at Purgatory Creek Park in Eden Prairie. The event is sponsored by Savvy.mn magazine, Eden Prairie News, St. Francis Regional Medical Center and a number of other local businesses. A pre-race 50-yard “dash” in boots and boas will be held as a photo opportunity and to make people more aware of the good work of two organizations working to end domestic violence: Cornerstone, which serves southwestern Hennepin County, and the Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women, which serves Scott and Carver counties. Early-bird registration (before Aug. 20) costs $25 per person. After that the fee goes to $ 30; race-day registration is $ 35. You can register online at active.com (type in Boots & Boas), which charges a small administrative fee. Or, download an entry form at savvy.mn or edenprairienews.com. More information about the race is available on Facebook. You can also call (952) 445-3333 or send an e-mail to Mark Weber at mweber@swpub.com.
Easton plays in USLacrosse Showcase Christine Easton recently returned from the USLacrosse All American Showcase Tou r nament i n Orlando, Fla. The tournament was composed exclusively of All Americans and Easton was Minnesota’s lone representative. The tournament format featured 80 players, of which approximately 70 have committed to play lacrosse at DI schools, and four evenly matched teams. Easton’s RED Team (Team PRIDE) finished 3-1. In the final game, Easton was credited with three goals and one assist.
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Sunday’s Twin Cities Junior Sweeps Regatta, hosted by the Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club, attracted some 200 high school rowers. Participating teams included the Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club, Minneapolis Rowing Club, Minnesota Boat Club, Milwaukee Rowing Club and the Rockford (Illinois) YMCA Rowing Club.
Eden Prairie High School fall sports registration for boys and girls soccer, cross country running, dance team, cheerleading, Pom Squad, girls swimming, girls tennis, football and volleyball began Aug. 1 and runs through Aug. 12. Registration hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Student Activities office near the Activity Center. The opening date for all fall sports is Aug. 15. To begin practice/tryouts, students must be registered by this date. All students must have a current physical on fi le with the Student Activities Office. Physicals are considered current for three years and must be good through the end of the fall sports season. Any questions about registrations can be directed to the Student Activities Office at (952) 975-8100.
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Home lake advantage? The Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club practices on Bryant Lake. Sunday, its waters hosted Sunday’s Twin Cities Junior Sweeps Regatta.
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high school students from the Minneapolis Metro area. At last count, the club included members from 20 different high schools. “We cover a large geographical area,” said Head Coach Tina Cho. “Basically, it’s Victoria to the west, Minneapolis to the north and east and Prior Lake/ Savage to the south.” This summer, close to 90 kids participate. Year round, the number jumps to 120. That brings us to the second question. How can you hold a rowing regatta, featuring 200 rowers, on a busy metro lake? “We’ve been practicing on Bryant Lake for three years,”
said Cho, “and developed a lot of respect.” And? “On Sundays from noon to 6 p.m.,” adds Cho, “Bryant is no wake.”
HOME AT LAST Although the Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club considers Bryant Lake its home, it rarely holds races at Bryant Lake. “A home regatta is nice,” said Cho, “as it raises t he awareness of rowing throughout the area. They are also a lot of fun.” In addition, home regattas allow family and friends the opportunity to see Twin Cities Youth Rowing Club members in action. “They (rowers’ families) don’t know what we do,” said
Cho, “but they know we do it a lot.” Lastly, Cho would add that from a race-watching standpoint, Bryant is as good as it gets. “It’s a straight shot,” she said, “meaning you can see the start and the fi nish. At some races, all you see are the last four to five strokes and that’s from a half mile away.”
FAIR IS FAIR Sunday’s meet was one of the few high school-only events of the summer. “Usually, we’re competing in mixed races,” said Cho, “but because this was a high school-only event, we were able to have fi rst boats compete against first boats, seconds against seconds and thirds
against thirds, which made for some really tight races.” Aside from the host, participating teams included the Minneapolis Rowing Club, Minnesota Boat Club, Milwaukee Rowing Club and Rockford (Illinois) YMCA Rowing Club. Races were held in junior varsity (18 and younger with one or more years of experience) and novice (fi rst year) classes and in eight-person, four-person and two-person boats. Without getting into specifics, first women’s junior varsity 8 -plus for example, Cho characterized her team’s performances with a “pretty well.” To learn more about the T win Cities Youth Rowing Club, go to tcyrc.org.
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EPFSC skaters skating on summer success Southwest Metro area skaters from the Eden Prairie Figure Skating Club (EPFSC) competed and earned medals and awards at several skate competitions this summer. Competitions were held in Roseville, Minnetonka, St. Cloud, Edina and St. Paul. Next week, club skaters will travel to Eagan for the 2012 Minnesota State Figure Skating Championships.
11AAAs win MBL championship The Eden Prairie Eagles 11AAA baseball team recently won an MBL Championship. In the playoffs, the Eagles defeated Apple Valley 8-0 and St. Croix 4-2. In the championship game, Eden Prairie defeated Woodbury 115. Eden Prairie’s tournament success will be recognized at an Aug. 10 Minnesota Twins game. Team members include (bottom row, left to right): Zack Elliott and Ryan Wrobleski; (second row) Jimmy Frusciante, Ben Heisserer, Teddy Johnson (bat boy), Gareth Virden, Mitchell Olson and Joey Graen; (top row) Christopher Johnson, Ben Corcoran, John Pappas, Tino Fialo and David Solfelt; (coaches’ row) Carl Johnson, Korey Wrobleski, Phil Virden and Jeff Graen.
Knowing and understanding basic bird and animal behavior is critical to being a successful wildlife photographer. I am not talking about an understanding of complex biological processes. No, I am talking about basic stuff. For example, last week I was in the Black Hills of South Dakota photographing with my wife and daughter. Every morning we would get up at 5 a.m. and head out to see what wildlife we could find. The mid-day temperatures were reaching well into the 90s so there was very little critter movement during the day. Any and all wildlife encounters were going to be early in the morning or at the end of the day. This is basic biological behavior. We were driving the wildlife loop road in Custer State Park and found a nice little valley with a number of trees and a small creek running through it. We parked our RV and my wife and I gathered up our camera gear and headed out across the prairie and into the valley. We were far enough away from the road where we wouldn’t be noticed but we were close enough to see what was going on where we parked. It was only 5:30 a.m. and the sun was just peeking over the horizon. As we walked into the valley, a large mule deer buck spotted us and stood up. He looked at us for a while then turned and leaped over a fallen tree and bounded off deeper into the valley. I am sure he was in search of a cool shady spot in preparation for the coming day’s heat. We moved into the valley in hopes of photographing a spotted towhee, which is a large sparrow-like bird with a long tail. The towhee was there and we did manage to get a few shots. I also wanted to make some audio recordings of this bird’s song so I hiked back to the RV and grabbed my large parabolic dish microphone and recorder. Within 20 minutes I had the recordings I was looking for. Within minutes we spotted a coyote that was trotting by on the far end of the valley. He didn’t stop so we didn’t get any images but it was great to see him
anyway. Meanwhile, two common nighthawks starting flying over head. This was fairly uncommon because these birds usually come out late in the evening. I managed a few nice in-flight images. I could hear a western tanager singing from a tall Ponderosa pine tree so we moved over to see if we could find it. Sure enough, a beautiful male was singing his heart out so I set up my recorder and managed about three minutes of song recordings without any background noise. I was thrilled. We wanted to get some pictures of this bird but we were looking into the sun. In order to get the sun at our backs we had to cross a tiny stream. While stepping across the stream we could see about six western chorus frogs in the water. This valley was stuffed with all sorts of critters. The tanager cooperated and we got a few nice images. Just then a large pronghorn buck crested the hill to our right. He gave several loud high pitched snorts because apparently he was not happy with us. No doubt he wanted to join us in the cool valley and wasn’t used to sharing. By now it was getting close to 9 a.m. and I noticed the first of the many safari Jeep rides coming down the road. These are open sided Jeeps with a guide/driver who takes tourists around and points out wildlife. They were moving fairly fast and slowed down a little bit when they passed by our RV. They couldn’t see us but we could clearly see them and I am sure they were wondering what we were seeing. I thought to myself, this is the first people we have seen all morning. Almost four hours had passed since we started photographing and recording. It was getting a little hot and we were about to call it a day and head back for some breakfast when the first wildlife watchers were showing up. Obviously the people in the Jeep wanted to see some wildlife. So here is my point. If you don’t understand basic wildlife behavior you won’t see much wildlife. In the heat of the summer, don’t wait until 9 or 10 a.m. before going out. Another thing, get out of your vehicle and look around. The chances of seeing something cool are much greater when you are moving slower and are closer to the ground and away from the road. Until next time ... Stan Tekiela is an author, Eden Prairie’s city naturalist and wildlife photographer from Victoria who travels the United States to study and photograph wildlife. He can be followed on Twitter.com or Facebook.com.
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Eagles Elite win Pipe City Tournament The Eden Prairie Eagles Elite Lacrosse Team led by Coach Mike Maloney won the Pipe City Lacrosse Tournament U17 Division in Chicago (July 16-17). In pool play, Eden Prairie defeated Texas Ridonkulax (9-0), tied Illinois Gold (4-4) and beat Southern Indiana Select (13-2). Eden Prairie defeated New Wave Illinois (7-0) in the semifinals before beating Illinois Gold 6-5 in sudden-death overtime game to win the championship. With its win, Eden Prairie qualifies to play in the NDP National Tournament of Champions in Tampa, Fla., in December. Team members include (back row, left to right): Coach Mike Maloney, Sam Fuller, Brody Scholl, Andy Neuharth, Ryan Connelly, Patrick Olson, Max Fahey, Ronnie Spielman, Ethan Stordahl, Charlie Venable and John Brand; (front row) Sam Gravelle, Jake Adkins, Ryan Tarras, Matt Mendenhall, George Kennedy, Steve Adams, Sam Neuman, Reid Kamm and Ben Campbell.
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15AAs comeback wins MBL championship The Eden Prairie 15AA travel baseball team won a Metro Baseball League (MBL) Championship, scoring 12 runs in their last at bat and defeating the Farmington Tigers 15-14 in the title game. Team members include (back row, left to right): Coach Royce Richter, Thomas Richter, Alex Beneke, Aaron Kerber, Matthew Fuller, Coach Rob Wassenaar, Mason Gligor and Coach Todd Tsuchiya; (bottom row) Matthew Cheesman, Robert Olson, Dan Fisher, Sam Jore and Kyle Tsuchiya. Brock Collins, Levi Martinka and Erik Rosheim are not pictured.
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for the school district,” Krull said at that time. In January 2003, Krull said her goals were as follows: “1. To make a successful transition from assistant superintendent to acting superintendent. 2. To provide professional and effective leadership, before, during and after the operating referendum. 3. To establish alignment and improved trust between the Eden Prairie Schools and Eden Prairie community. 4. To develop and implement district-wide accountability measures.” In February 2003, the School Board decided against conducting a search process, opening up contract negotiations with Krull to make her the superintendent. In June 20 03, the School Board OK’d Krull’s contract in a unanimous vote. Her salary at the time was to be $168,336. “This is an opportunity of a lifetime,” Krull, then 43, said at the time. She had been performing duties as superintendent for more than a year at that time. Greg Olson, a former School Board member, said that Krull was very outgoing and “very visionary in her approach to the job.” She’s a real delegator – she has a vision and she tells her people what she wants done, he added. “In that respect, she played her role pretty well.” From time to time the board and Krull had communications issues which they would work through, said Olson. “I think that’s just a reflec-
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the farm from fieldwork, to a combination of roadside stands and agri-tourism thanks to the corn maze, located in Shakopee. Much has changed for the farming business, but the Peterson family ties remain as strong as ever. “Right now is the sweet corn harvest and Aaron and Mitch are really the instruments in that,” said Sever, speaking of his son and son-inlaw Mitch Michaelson. “And Nicola too,” he adds, mentioning his daughter-in-law. “The
The Eden Prairie School Board is meeting today at 3:30 p.m. to discuss the upcoming referendum and will also likely weigh in on the superintendent’s announcement. A board workshop to discuss Krull’s contract is also scheduled for 9 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9. FILE PHOTOS BY LEAH SHAFFER
tion of the dynamics of any board and superintendent,” he said. “Being on the same page at the same time at all times is a real challenge.” Olson was not surprised by the announcement. She’s been on the job for quite a while, and, in general, superintendents tend to move on after a period of time, he said. “I think she’s leaving at a good time for herself personally and at a good time for the district,” Olson said. He said the district could benefit from having someone else in the position, but added that conflicts from the past year are not Krull’s fault. She took some tough issues head on and any time you do that in the public arena there are going to be some people who get pretty excited, he said. “That’s a difficult thing to manage.” “I think that, in her time, she’s accomplished a lot,” he said.
K-6 CHANGES Throughout her time at the Eden Prairie Schools, the district has seen continued student success (notable numbers of National Merit Scholars, increases
harvest is Aaron, the distribution is Mitch and Nicola is the coordination and the stands.” For Aaron, the day starts at 5:15 a.m., when he might be hitting some fields. Everyone heads back to the farm house in Eden Prairie by noon for lunch together. The field work day might end at 5 p.m. Meanwhile, Nicola works the office and stays in contact with the farm stand workers throughout the day, while Sever and Sharon’s son-in-law Mitch also helps coordinate the distribution. The Peterson family has 17 farm stands around the west metro which offer the sweet corn, local tomatoes and
Parents protesting the district’s boundary change and K-6 transition have called for the ouster of the Superintendent this past year. for students in state assessment scores) and challenges as the population of low-income students grew. During her time as superintendent, Eden Prairie has continued to be home to a relatively affluent group of families and a growing immigrant population, a dynamic that Krull has embraced. With the upcoming K-6 transition, the new boundaries and new layout for Eden Prairie schools addresses rebalancing of the space within district facilities and student demographics by more equally distributing the number of low-income students throughout all the elementary schools. With the ensuing boundary change, approximately 1,000 students will be attending different elementary schools this fall. Oak Point Intermediate will be phased out and replaced with Oak Point Elementary and Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion schools. This initiative has drawn protest from a large group of parents in Eden Prairie who felt their input was left out of the decision-making process.
beans, melons and Georgia peaches. “It’s a little more hectic” running a farm nowadays, notes Sever Peterson. Aaron added that all jobs are hectic. For them, “we can control where our business is go ing but we can’t control the weather.”
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versy of the past year did not factor into her decision to leave. When making improvements, sometimes even controversial improvements, “I expect that there will be difficulties and challenges,” she noted. Looking back at the year, “It was complicated but it was so rewarding.” The district is ready for this, she said. “New leadership will be able to step right in and take this district to the next level, with ease, I think,” Krull said. Krull noted that student test results have skyrocketed the past few years because of the talented teachers, staff, administration and a caring School Board. “You can’t lose when you have all of those pieces in place.”
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Eden Prairie Lions Foundation donates to Can Do Canines T he Eden P rai rie Lions Foundation was set up in 2006 by the Eden Prairie Lions and Lioness Clubs. This week, the foundation presented its fi rst major grant, to Can Do Canines, for $2,500. “We’re fi nally in a position where we can start issuing grants to worthy causes, as approved by the foundation,” said Lions Club President Ted Muller.
The amount was donated through the nonprofit’s “Name a Puppy” program, Muller said. Through that program, the Lions Foundation would name a puppy that is to become a service dog and receive updates on the puppy throughout its training. The grant was made possible by Hazel Perkins, who left money to the Eden Prairie Lions Foundation through a trust.
She asked the foundation to put the money toward a cause that works with service dogs in the area. “That’s exactly what we’re doing,” Muller said. The Eden Prairie Lions and Lioness clubs will need to come up with three possible names for the puppy and submit them to the nonprofit. Compiled by Karla Wennerstrom
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tershed. The city is the fi rst in Minnesota to be required to conduct a survey of all its stormwater basins which can include anything from a ditch, to a wetland or a pond. Funds for the project come from the city’s stormwater utility fees. It’s a pilot project in Eden Prairie, noted Stovring. “At least we’ve got our plan in place and are moving along,” she said. Stovring said the data collected wi l l let the city put together a model where they can see how to improve the stormwater quality and where there’s a shortfall in the treatment. T he data wi l l a lso show where the city might have to invest in removal of sediment. Right now the city is looking at expanding two ponds as a result of last year’s analysis, said Stovring. It will likely take 11 to 12 years to get through the whole thing, she estimated. A lot of ponds are natural wetlands with a stormwater pipe installed 30 years ago, while some ponds are only a couple of years old. “A lot of our ponds are more than 15 years old,” said Stovring. If there is much sediment removal required from the city’s ponds, it can get expensive, especially if sediments are contaminated. It cou ld cost $ 3 0 0,0 0 0 to dredge two ponds at Round Lake, noted Stovring. Wes Boll, an environmental scientist at Wenck Associates said something of this scale is not common for stormwater
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Carl Enzenauer poses for a photo in one of Eden Prairie’s stormwater ponds. Enzenauer, an engineer for Wenck Associates, is tasked with cataloguing the quality of some 80 ponds this summer – a job that’s proved to be particularly sticky this year. work. It’s definitely the first one he has done of this scale, he said about the Eden Prairie project. “The ultimate goal is to allow the stormwater ponds to function as they were designed,” Boll said.
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behind the tree says, “I’m leaving.” States that once adopted “tax the rich” policies have learned the hard way that ultimately it is everyone who ends up paying. Our shutdown is another reminder to all of us that there is a political party in Minnesota who wants to punish the earners and the job producers, no matter what the cost to our economy. This will continue until Democrats understand that the spending train is over. Thank you, Sen. David Hann, Rep. Jenifer Loon and Rep. Kirk Stensrud, for keeping your promise on taxes. Even though I hate the new spending and borrowing, I also know that if you weren’t there, our state would be in a world of hurt right now. Thank you for standing up to Mark Dayton. Please keep standing up for Minnesota families.
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Thanks Hann, Loon and Stensrud All across the nation states are deciding to raise taxes the old fashioned way – by creating jobs, creating more employers and creating more taxpayers. They are rejecting years of failed tax and spend politics. They are learning what many Minnesota DFLers have yet to understand, that big government and out of control spending is the road to ruin. California’s liberal Gov. Jerry Brown signed into law a balanced budget that doesn’t raise income taxes. Imagine that, California, a state that faced a budget deficit five times larger than Minnesota’s did the right thing. They are living within their means. Wisconsin cut their budget and adopted new bargaining rules for public sector unions. The results have been dramatic. School districts, once strapped for cash, are suddenly experiencing surpluses. They are using the money to hire more teachers and lower class sizes. The economy is booming. Wisconsin recently announced their biggest job gains since 2003. Half of the job increase in the United States in June came from Wisconsin. New York solved its budget crisis by cutting its budget. In fact, liberal Gov. Andrew Cuomo demanded a repeal of New York’s “millionaire’s tax.” The tax primarily targets small business. If you recall that is exactly the kind of tax that Minnesota’s governor Mark Dayton tried to force our state Legislature to accept. Cuomo correctly identifies the tax as a jobs killer. Republican Gov. Mitch Daniels decided to force Indiana to live within its means. His state is now enjoying a boost in school funding and a $1.2 billion budget surplus. New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie says that once politicians get in your pockets all they want is more. It’s the same on the local, state, and federal level. It’s always “don’t tax you, don’t tax me, tax that man behind the tree” rhetoric until the man
Ken Powaga Eden Prairie Editor’s note: Powaga is a vice chair with the Senate District 42 Republican Party.
Disagrees with commentary I disagree with Ms. Hoerle’s passionate July 7, 2011, commentary about Sen. David Hann’s June 10, 2011, letter to Archbishop Nienstedt. Her perception that Sen. Hann expressed arrogance is not my interpretation of his letter. Rather, it seems respectfully written, while at the same time being very direct in outlining the senator’s disagreements with the archbishop’s positions on taxes and spending. I understand that the archbishop’s letter was forwarded to Sen. Hann from Gov. Dayton’s office. Thus it appears that the governor used the archbishop’s letter as a political tool to support the governor’s own social and economic philosophy, which the senator has disagreements with. This is the context in which Sen. Hann wrote his letter, and therefore it should not be considered an “unprovoked attack” on Archbishop Nienstedt, as Ms. Hoerle contends. Regarding economic policy, despite the good intentions of those that promote them, socialistic economies appear in the long run to manifest turmoil and suffering. Examples
abound. Right now the Greek economy is failing and social unrest is occurring. Other European countries are also in great economic distress. All appear to have followed the path of a more socialistic type of economic order. It appears that our own country’s anemic economic state, unprecedented since the Great Depression, is also an example of socialistic overreach. F.A. Hayek wrote critically about socialism in his 1944 book “The Road to Serfdom.” More recently, in the July 8, 2011, Wall Street Journal, Fouad Ajami addressed the issue in his commentary titled “The Road to Serfdom and the Arab Revolt,” and Michael J. Boskin addressed it in his July 18, 2011, WSJ commentary where he states “Large increases in tax rates are a recipe for economic stagnation, socioeconomic ossification, and the loss of American global competitiveness and leadership.” Compassion for the suffering of people is just hand wringing unless there is resolve to address the problems with effective strategies that actually improve the situation. The current redistribution policies, which are so in vogue today, fail to do this. Obviously there is a need for regulation, as is clearly demonstrated by the example of the reckless behavior of the country’s major financial institutions over the past years. However, it seems that the complexity of our regulations and the tax system makes it almost impossible to prevent manipulation and malfeasance while it discourages productive investment and job creation. Unfortunately with so many people having a vested interest in preserving the status quo a lot more pain will likely be experienced before enough officials are elected who will implement more effective policy. What is necessary to reinvigorate our economy, among other things, is a straightforward and much less complex tax code and to streamline regulations in order to free individuals to use their genius to solve the problems that today appear so intractable. Adhering to failed socialistic policies that have been tried over and over again and expecting a different result is, putting it mildly, unrealistic.
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The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum served the best tastes of the season last Thursday at its Toast and Taste fundraiser event. Guests not only enjoyed the beautiful gardens in full bloom, they also enjoyed samples provided by more than 25 independent Twin Cities area restaurants and regional wineries and breweries. The mini-bites and tastings enabled guests to sample the best in-season, fresh, local offerings. Frank Molek, director of development and communications at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, at right, visits with a guest at one of the many wine sampling stations.
WEDDINGS Haun-Michelson Amy Haun and James Michelson were married June 17, 2011, at Liberty Mountain Ski Resort in Pennsylvania. A reception was held at Liberty Mountain Ski Resort. Parents of the couple are Roger and Donna Haun of York, Penn., and Mark and Tam Michelson of Eden Prairie. Amy attended Elizabethtown College and will be attending Washington Univer-
sity this fall to pursue her master’s in sociology. James attended Eden Prairie High School and Iowa State University and is working as a mechanical engineer at Associated Equipment Corp. in St. Louis, Mo. James and Amy met in Newcastle, Australia, while studying abroad in 2009, and the couple is residing in St. Louis, Mo.
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wasn’t looking up Bono’s nostrils like my co-worker Lori Carlson, but from the cheap seats, I pondered a few of my favorite moments from the U2 concert, the first major concert at TCF Bank Stadium at the University of Minnesota. 1) Minnesota, hats off to thee – For a first concert, this was on fire! It was fun to see Bronko Nagurski’s name in huge letters behind the head of the lead singer from the opening act, Interpol. A friend added on her Facebook page: “Ski-U2-Mah!” 2) The claw – The giant claw, which I half expected to rain down a firestorm a la “Independence Day,” led those in the stands behind me to riff on claws in general. My favorite? Their discussion of Baron von Raschke’s “brainclaw” wrestling move. 3) The rain – Watching the band power through the howling wind and stinging rain to continue performing was awe-inspiring. Another friend wrote that as soon as the rain started, it was like we were all in a music video – but do they make music videos anymore? My husband commented, “This is actually a nice day in Ireland.” 4) The shirt – The audience was awed when Adam Clayton removed his shirt to reveal a well-sculpted 51-year-old. The downside? Several concert-goers nearby took this as a cue to also remove their shirts. 5) Purple Rain – Bono sang snippets of rain-related lyrics throughout the show, even paying homage to Prince with a little “Purple Rain.”
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Bono powers through the stinging rain during the July 23 U2 concert at TCF Bank Stadium.
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Larry Mullen Jr. keeps the beat.
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A view from the writer’s cheap seats includes the 150-foot metal claw and Bono on the big screen.
Reliving their first concert experiences The U2 concert on July 23 led us to ask about first concert you ever attended. I’ll show my age and admit that the first band I saw in concert was “Chicago,” and I promptly developed a crush on one of the trombone players. Here are some of the responses we received:
At the concert we saw one of my neighbors who also went to school with us. She looked surprised to see me, I don’t think she knew I listened to Poison. There was also some perceived “rebellion” in the mix that night: I got home from the concert quite late, because the three of us had a misunderstanding on where to meet my friend’s mom after the show. We had a great time and even though it was my first concert, this was the second to last concert that I went to at the Met Center before it got torn down. The site of the Met Center became part of the Mall of America/Mall of America parking.”
Michelle Wallin – “My first concert was the band Poison with special guest Britny Fox on Nov. 4, 1988, at the Met Center in Bloomington. (Britny Fox was an 80s “hair” band similar to Poison.) I was SUBMITTED PHOTO 14½ years old, in Lori Carlson – “My Michelle Wallin at about ninth grade and I first concert ever was the time of the concert attended the show The Jets with opener with two other Limited Warranty at friends from the MN State Fair. I’m my junior high school. My friend’s sure I wore something along the mom gave us a ride to the show. I lines of stirrup pants with a baggy think I wore a Poison jersey with shirt and some big earrings (and three-quarter sleeves that I ordered bigger bangs). My favorite Jets song through the mail, though I am not was “Crush on You.” I was also a certain. I just remember it was big Limited Warranty fan. I loved already cold outside. My favorite “Victory Line.” Luckily, I don’t think song was absolutely, “Every Rose any photos were taken of me in my Has Its Thorn.” I held up a pink concert garb.” lighter during the song – isn’t that what you’re supposed to do during Leah Shaffer – “My first concert a ballad? That song actually topped wasn’t until freshman year of the Billboard Pop Charts that winter. college. I got to see the Smashing
Pumpkins on their final tour. Great show at the Granada in Lawrence, Kan. I stood in line in the wee hours of one frozen morning with my boyfriend (and future husband) to get tickets for the show …” Meryn Fluker – “My first official concert (not including kids’ shows like the Chenille Sisters, who were amazing) actually has local ties: When I was 13, I attended KDWB’s Last Chance Summer Dance at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. The slate included memorable acts Blu Cantrell, American Hi-Fi and O-Town. Exactly. I remember having a total blast and being really excited to wear my tie-dyed Last Chance Summer Dance T-shirt at school the next day, because I was so cool. I can’t really remember any of the songs played at the concert (though I’m sure the acts played their respective hits: “Hit ’Em Up Style,” “Flavor of the Weak” and “Liquid Dreams”) but I remember feeling super mature, weird because I definitely recall my friend’s dad coming to pick us up at the end of the event. Luckily, no photos remain.” Melissa Gilman – “I won tickets for the 1991 or 1992 Pixies concert at First Avenue from KJ104, which at the time was a super cool Twin Cities alternative music station. I was 14 and BEGGED my parents to let me go with my much older cousin. I promised I would never
“I promised I would never leave my home in the safe northern suburbs for scary Minneapolis EVER AGAIN if they just let me go to this ONE concert. They said yes.” Melissa Gilman
leave my home in the safe northern suburbs for scary Minneapolis EVER AGAIN if they just let me go to this ONE concert. They said yes. I sucked in every smoke-filled moment of that amazing concert, bought the T-shirt and never went home again. So to speak.” Anonymous – “July 4, 1990 - I had somehow convinced my dad that he was the perfect person to chaperon four 12-year-old girls at the New Kids on the Block concert at Harriet Island. I’m pretty sure I still owe him something for not only driving us three hours to get there but then sitting around ALL day long (in the rain) to wait for the concert to begin. To us, it was totally worth it. Tommy Page opened (of “I’ll Be Your Everything” fame) and I remember
my dad lifting me up so I could see his bright red shoes. Naturally, we exhausted ourselves screaming at/singing along to the New Kids’ songs. And suddenly it was all over. As we walked back to the car the Fourth of July fireworks began. I think the four of us were asleep in the car before my dad could make his way out of the metro. If I could remember where I stashed that picture of me in my super cool black and neon Hard Rock Cafe T-shirt and acid washed jean shorts, you would be enjoying that view right now.” Anonymous – “I saw a lot of bands at the po-dunk Fox Lake Ballroom when I was in high school. I think I saw Litterer and Slave Raider more often than I saw my college-aged brother in those days. I remember begging my parents to let me go to the big city to see Motley Crue and Night Ranger (on separate occasions not one ticket). I think “Over my dead body” was exclaimed more than once. But, I think my first REAL concert was Britney Fox and Joan Jett on the Mankato State University campus when I was a senior in high school. But the one that really counts was going to Queensryche at the Fargo Civic; or was it Tesla at the Fargo Civic? My early concert experiences have kind of melted together until I get to Aerosmith at the Fargodome. Now that show I remember!”
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let'sGo!Calendar act, tell stories and have fun. This week’s performer at Kidstock will be the Teddy Bear Band. Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9 Cost: Free Location: Staring Lake Amphitheater, 14800 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie Info: (952) 949-8449, Ext. 5, for weather-related updates
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AUG. 4 SILENT AUCTION FOR MICHELLE BARNES Volunteers are planning a silent auction for Michelle Barnes to help cover the costs of her kidney transplant and post-transplant medications, which can range from $2,000 to $5,000 a month for the rest of her life even with her health insurance. A kidney transplant costs approximately $250,000. More than 150 items will be auctioned, including diamond necklaces, baseball tickets, an iPad 2, a three-night getaway to Mount Hood, and more. The event will include hors d’oeuvres and Bocce ball. Time: 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4 Cost: $25 through July 31, $30 at the door, admission is free for children 12 and younger. Location: Pinstripes, 3849 Gallagher Drive, Edina Info: (651) 755-5036 or (612) 267-2122
WILLY WONKA Chaska Valley Family Theatre presents Willy Wonka. ZFX Flying will launch cast members right off the stage, delighting the audience. Get your “Golden Ticket” and come tour the world of Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory. Time: 7 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Aug. 4-6; 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6; 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 4 Cost: Adults: $15; 17 and under: $10; Aug. 4 matinee: all seats $8 Location: Chaska High School Theater, 545 Pioneer Trail, Chaska Info: cvft.org
Friday
AUG. 5 STARRING AT STARING Will Hale-Tadpole Parade will be performing at Starring at Staring. Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or lawn chair and head to Starring at Staring. Concerts run Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays until Aug. 12. Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5 Cost: Free Location: Staring Lake Amphitheatre, 14800 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie Info: edenprairie.org or (952) 9498449, Ext. 5
MEGAMIND See a free movie under the stars with Movies in the Park. Remember to bring a blanket or lawn chair. Megamind is rated PG. Time: 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5 Cost: Free Location: Staring Lake Amphitheatre, 14800 Pioneer Trail Info: edenprairie.org
GREASE
opportunities for ages 3 to 21. This summer Circus Juventas will present “GRIMM,” a fanciful telling of the adventures of the Brothers Grimm. Follow the brothers into the woods and encounter nimble flying princesses, an acrobatic frog, a juggling giant, and an evil collection of stepmothers. Time: 7 p.m. Aug. 5-6, Aug. 11-14; 1 p.m. Aug. 3-4, 5-7, 10, 13-14 Cost: Adults $16.50-27.50, children and seniors $13.50-20; family fourpack for Saturday matinees $55 Location: Circus Juventas, 1270 Montreal Ave., St Paul Info: circusjuventas.org or ticketworks. com
Movies in the Park and Starring at Staring continue with the classic film Grease and a Teen Jamfest. Remember to bring a blanket or lawn chair and come out for Teen Jamfest and Grease. Grease is rated PG. Time: Performance, 7 p.m. Movie, 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10 Cost: Free Location: Staring Lake Amphitheatre, 14800 Pioneer Trail Info: edenprairie.org
Upcoming STARRING AT STARING Stomp N’ Dixie will be performing at Starring at Staring. Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or lawn chair and head to Starring at Staring. Concerts run Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays until Aug. 12. Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12 Cost: Free Location: Staring Lake Amphitheatre, 14800 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie Info: edenprairie.org or (952) 9498449, Ext. 5
‘HAIRSPRAY’ It’s 1962, and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star, but she must use her newfound power and the help of a crazy cast of characters to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network, all without denting her “do”! This production features hits such as “Mama, I’m a Big Girl Now,” “You Can’t Stop the Beat,” and “Good Morning Baltimore.” Directed by Michael Brindisi. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes Aug. 5-Jan. 29 Cost: $47-$77 Location: Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, 501 W. 78th St., Chanhassen Info: chanhassentheatres.com or (952) 934-1525
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Kids enjoy a previous Corn Feed in Eden Prairie’s Round Lake Park.
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Movies in the Park continues with The Bucket List. Remember to bring a blanket or lawn chair and come out to see a free movie under the stars. The Bucket List is rated PG-13. Time: 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12 Cost: Free Location: Staring Lake Amphitheatre, 14800 Pioneer Trail Info: edenprairie.org
dog and chips. Uncooked ears of corn will be sold by the dozen. Proceeds from the
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Walk to remember hundreds of lives that were lost in moments of distraction on the road. The fourth annual 5K Raksha walk will be an “opportunity to examine our own driving habits and make a promise to protect each other on the road through our own mindful driving,” according to a news release. The keynote speaker will be Minnesota Secretary of State Mark Ritchie. Register online or in-person the day of the walk. Time: 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 Cost: $11 Location: Purgatory Creak Recreation Area, 13001 Technology Drive, Eden Prairie Info: register at shreyadixit.org
for local high school seniors. The event is from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, at Round
Enjoy a day of antiques and flea market finds at the fifth Annual Antique Fair at Dunn Bros at the Smith Douglas More House. There will be fresh coffee and vintage treasures inside the historic Smith Douglas More House. Time: 9 a.m.-4 pm. Saturday, Aug. 13 Cost: Free Location: 8107 Eden Prairie Road, Eden Prairie Info: (952) 934-0145
Lake Pavilion, 16691 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie. Cost: $8 for meal; $6 for children or for corn-only. Info: eplions.org.
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food items on or before the day of the ride. Time: 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 Cost: child, $25; adult, $45. Prices before July 22: child, $23; adult, $42. Location: Minnetonka High School, 18301 Highway 7, Minnetonka Info: register at tourdetonka.org
WEEKEND FAMILY FUN: PRAIRIE NATIVES
Families are invited to search for late bloomers in the prairie and the LIONS CORN FEED butterflies and birds that call the The annual corn feed day will be held prairie home. Time: Noon-4 p.m. Saturdays and at Round Lake Pavilion. For $8, you Sundays, Aug. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, will receive all the corn you can eat, 27, 28 a sloppy joe sandwich or hot dog OLD-TIME HARVEST STEAM and chips. Uncooked ears of corn Cost: Free with gate admission of AND GAS ENGINE FESTIVAL will be sold by the dozen. Proceeds $9 for adults; free for ages 15 and younger; free to Arboretum members The festival will include Model T Shop, from the fundraiser go to local Location: Minnesota Landscape community projects, such as Meals vintage farm equipment including Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., on Wheels, PROP and scholarships cars and trucks, mule team wagon Chaska for local high school seniors. rides, vintage baseball with 1860s Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or Time: 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, rules, pedal tractor pull, live music (952) 443-1422 Aug. 6 and entertainment, machinery Cost: $8 demonstrations, country store, food EXTREME RACE DAY Location: Round Lake Pavilion, and refreshments. Time: 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 16691 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie At Extreme Race Day visitors will enjoy camel races, ostrich races and horse Aug. 5-6; 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7 Info: eplions.org races. The Extreme Race Day events Cost: $8 for admission and TOUR DE TONKA are part of Family Day at Canterbury, collectible button, children 12 and which also includes free pony rides, Lap the lake! Start at Minnetonka younger free face painting and petting zoo for Location: Scott-Carver Threshers Park, High School and enjoy scenic views the kids, along with Nickelodeon on a 2, 17, 23, 40, 70 or 1007151 W. 190th St., Jordan Universe’s “Kids Race the Track” mile bike ride. Celebrate the sport Info: wcottcarverthreshers.org following the final race. of cycling with family, friends and CIRCUS JUVENTAS Time: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 neighbors by exploring the Lake PRESENTS ‘GRIMM’ Cost: $5 Minnetonka area and its surrounding Location: Canterbury Park, 1100 communities. Tour de Tonka partners Circus Juventas is a performing Canterbury Rd. S., Shakopee with the ICA Food Shelf, and riders arts school in St. Paul that offers may donate money or non-perishable Info: canterburypark.com circus arts training and performance
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MEET A TURTLE AND SNAKE Location: Staring Lake Amphitheatre, Feel a scaly snake, touch a turtle’s shell and watch a snake slither. Meet a naturalist and find out about cold-blooded critters. Adults must accompany children. For all ages. Time: 2-3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 Cost: Free Location: Hyland Lake Park Reserve, 10145 Bush Lake Rd., Bloomington Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
BUG SAFARI Explore the world of insects in field and pond and catch and release them during a naturalist-led bug safari. The safari starts at the nature center at 1 p.m. and will visit several exploration sites. For all ages. Time: 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 Cost: Free Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Dr., Victoria Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
Sunday
AUG. 7 STARRING AT STARING Greg Herriges will be performing at Starring at Staring. Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or lawn chair and head to Starring at Staring. Concerts run Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays until Aug. 12. Time: 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7 Cost: Free
14800 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie Info: edenprairie.org or (952) 9498449, Ext. 5
THE PAINTER’S CRAFT At the historic Pond House this Sunday, grind paint, make brushes and use a camera obscura like an 18th century apprentice. Learn from artist Gary Zahradka why chemistry, geography and physics were as important as artistic talent for successful frontier painters. Time: 2-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7 Cost: $2 suggested donation, youth through high school are free Location: Pond Dakota Mission Park, 401 E. 104th St., Bloomington Info: (952) 563-8738 or ci.bloomington.mn.us
WALK IN THE PARK: MONARCHS Take a walk in the park and learn about monarchs. For all ages. Time: 1-2:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7 Cost: Free Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Dr., Victoria Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
Help the American Red Cross avoid a shortage by donating blood this summer. All blood types are needed, especially type O negative, B negative and A negative. Donors should be at least 17 years old and weigh at least 110 pounds. Time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 13 Cost: Free Location: Gander Mountain, 12160 Technology Drive, Eden Prairie Info: redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information
FLOWER, FOOD & FOTO SHOW The members of the Men’s Garden Club of Minneapolis will be exhibiting their very best flowers, vegetables, photos and floral designs in this annual judged event. Everyone, including non-members, is welcome to visit the exhibit. Time: 12:30-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, and 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21 Cost: $9 entry fee to Arboretum for non-members Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, Chanhassen Info: (952) 975-1960 or minneapolismensgardenclub.org
STARRING AT STARING Air Force Band will be performing at Starring at Staring. Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or lawn chair and head to Starring at Staring. Time: 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 20 Cost: Free Location: Staring Lake Amphitheatre, 14800 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie Info: edenprairie.org or (952) 9498449, Ext. 5
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EDEN PRAIRIE SENIOR CALENDAR Th e following upc oming events take place at the Eden Prairie Senior Center at 8950 Eden Prairie Road, unless another location is given. To register, visit the center, mail in your registration or visit edenprairie. org. For other information, call (952) 279-8050. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. To display artwork at the center, call (952) 279-8050.
Special events Senior Center Golf Classic – 8 a.m. Aug. 10. Cost is $28 for Dahlgreen members, $55 for nonmembers. Golf, lunch and prizes included. Friday BINGO – 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 26. Suggested cost is $1 per two cards.
Senior trips Senior trips leave from the Senior Center. Winona Trip (Lake City; Winona) – 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15. Cost is $61, which includes transportation, lunch and a visit to Pepin Heights Apple Orchard and the Marine Art Museum. Registration deadline: Sept. 5. Hairspray (Chanhassen Dinner Theatre) – 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21. Cost is $59, which includes transportation, lunch and tickets to Hairspray. Registration deadline: Sept. 7.
Health and wellness The Eden Prairie Community Center at 16700 Valley View Road offers fitness classes geared toward seniors. Call the Community Center at (952) 949-8470 for more information. RSVP at (952) 279-8050 for the following events: Health Insurance Help – On Thursday, Aug. 18, trained volunteers will be available to help with questions about confusing Medicare and health insurance forms, as well as counsel peoples in selections of supplemental health insurance. Call (952) 279-8050 to make your one-hour appointment. Fo ot C a re Cl i n ic – On Wednesday, Aug. 15, Happy Feet Footcare Inc. will provide an assessment of foot conditions, foot massages and soaks, basic nail care and information on self-care and prevention. Call (763) 560-5136 to make an appointment. Biking Club – Ride 15-20 miles round trip each week with the biking club. The group
meets at 10 a.m. Tuesdays. Contact Duane or Diana at (952) 448-1608 for more information. Join The Walking Club – Walk on local trails, 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Call the center for schedule. Pickleball – Play Pickleball at Pioneer Park from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and Thursdays and 6 to 8 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. Players of all levels are welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and white-soled tennis shoes. Contact Jerry Maas at (952) 918-0500 for more information.
Classes Several driver safety courses are offered. Call (952) 279-8050 for information. Line Dance – 11: 30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 9. Cost is $42 for eight sessions.
Red Hat Chapter Contact the Senior Center for more information on trips and special events. The group meets at 9:30 a.m. the second Friday of each month at the Original Pancake House. Noerenberg Gardens Trip – 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 25. Cost: $10. Enjoy the beautiful gardens, lunch on your own and transportation included.
Weekly events Mondays S en ior S i n g le s C of fe e K latch – 8 :45 -10 : 30 a.m. at Dunn Bros., 8107 Eden Prairie Road, for senior discounts on coffee. Shopping Bus – Call (952) 279-8051 by Thursday to schedule a senior van home pick up for the 9:30-11:30 a.m. Monday shopping trips in Eden Prairie. Duplicate Bridge – 12:15 p.m., no need to sign up, just bring a partner or call John Dollerschell at (952) 937-2150. Crafting – 1 p.m., bring your own project to work on and socialize. Tuesdays Greeting Cards – 9:30 a.m. to help cut, tape and create old greeting cards into new. Bread Day – 9:30 a.m. for “end of the day” baked goods and breads donated by a local baker. Donations accepted. Party-Style Bridge – 12:153:30 p.m., no need to sign up, just come and play. Call Mary Canakes at (952) 445-0978 for more information. Cribbage – 1-3 p.m. Open to all levels of players. Wednesdays Canasta – 1 p.m. No need to
sign up. Cards are provided. Call BJ Cappozzi at (951) 8205542 for more information. ‘500’ Cards – 1 p.m. No registration necessary. Just stop in and play. Thursdays Cribbage – 1-3 p.m. Open to all levels of players. Call Jerry Clark at (952) 974-7989 for more information. Fridays Men’s Coffee Group – 9:30 a.m. Tell a tale, swap a story and learn something new. Call Duane Kasper at (952) 448 1608. Bread Day – 9:30 a.m. for “end of the day” baked goods and breads donated by a local baker. Donations accepted. Partner Bridge – noon, arrive with a partner or fi nd one at the center to play at 12:15 p.m. Call Lorraine Dilling at (952) 941-2060. Party Bridge – 12:15-3:30 p.m., no need to sign up, just come and play. Call Shirley at (952) 934-3461 for more information.
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Memory Loss Support The Memory Loss and Caregiver Support Group will meet from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, at Prairie Adult Care, 16200 Berger Drive, Eden Prairie. The group offers support for those with early stages of memory loss and their caregiver. For more information, visit prairieadultcare.com or call (952) 949-3126.
SW Metro AD/HD Support The support group provides an opportunity to meet other families that face similar challenges and to learn, discuss and share strategies. It is free, fun, informative and helpful for parents and adults. Michael DeSanctis, PhD, will speak on “ADHD and Sleep Disorders.” The group will meet from 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, at the Eden Prairie Schools Administrative Services Building, 8100 School Road. Call (612) 965-3052 or e-mail Cindy@SucceedingwithADD.com for more information.
Book Club – Discussing “Let the Great World Spin” by Colum McCann at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10. Chair Massages – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11. $21 plus gratuity for fi rst-time clients, $39 for 30-minute appointments after first visit. Call the Senior Center to make an appointment. Computer Cracker Barrel – 10-11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 5 at the Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive. Bunco – 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19. No experience necessary.
Beyond the Senior Center Th e following upc oming events are geared toward Eden Prairie seniors, but are not affiliated with the Eden Prairie Senior Center. 55-plus Driver Improvement Course – The Minnesota Highway Safety Center will offer a 55-plus Driver Improvement Course from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, at Summit Place Senior Campus, 8501 Flying Cloud Drive, Eden Prairie. The course is open to the public, but pre-registration is requested. The fee for the fourhour refresher course is $20. For more information and to register, visit mnsafetycenter. org or call 1-(888)-234-1294.
Parkinson Support A Parkinson’s Disease Support Group will meet from 1:30-2:45 p.m. Aug. 10 at Prairie Adult Care, 16200 Berger Drive, Eden Prairie. The support group is for persons with Parkinson’s Disease or related neurological disorders, and/ or their caregiver. Meetings focus on current research and treatment, tips for managing daily activities of living and psychological coping skills. On Aug. 10, Anne Tate, speech and language pathologist, will present tips for managing speech and swallowing disorders. For more information, visit prairieadultcare.com or call (952) 949-3126.
Small Dog Play Group A Small Dog Play Group meets at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and 5:30 p.m. Thursdays at Nesbitt Preserve Park hockey rink, 8629 Center Way. Bring water and clean-up bags.
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Networking group meets from 7:30-8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Flagship Corporate Center, 775 Prairie Center Drive, Suite 400. Info: (612) 247-3630, Heather.
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Meets at 10 a.m. every third Tuesday of each month for women to learn about breastfeeding. Expectant, nursing mothers and babies are welcome. Info: (952) 474-5173, Deb.
Alcoholics Anonymous An Alcoholics Anonymous Men’s Meeting is set at 7 p.m. every Monday at the Preserve Center “Barn,” on the second f loor, 11221 Anderson Lakes Parkway, Eden Prairie, next to the tennis courts. Info: (612) 210-1312, Brian.
Eden Prairie AM Rotary The Eden Prairie AM Rotary Club meets at 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Biaggi’s Restaurant in the Eden Prairie Shopping Center. Info: (612) 759-9150, Dick Ward.
Civil Air Patrol The U.S. Air Force Auxiliary Viking Squadron offers a cadet aerospace education program for kids ages 12 to 21 years. Senior officer members are age 21 and older. Viking Squadron covers the southwestern portions of the Twin Cities area and meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Grace Church in Eden Prairie, 9301 Eden Prairie Road. For more information contact Lt. Col. Barney Uhlig at (952) 937-2924 or buhlig @ mncap.org. CAP National Headquarters’ website is gocivilairpatrol.com. The Viking Squadron website is mncap.org/viking/.
Eden Prairie Noon Rotary The Eden Prairie Noon Rotary Club meets at noon Thursdays at Bearpath Country Club in Eden Prairie. Info: (612) 7193236, Bill Dobbins.
August 5 & 6 Tommy Thompson SHOWTIMES: August 12 & 13 Friday 8:30 pm Matt Fugate August 19 & 20 Amber Preston
Toastmasters group meets from noon-1 p.m. Tuesdays at Digital River, 9625 W. 76th St., to increase confidence, improve public speaking and develop professional leadership skills. Free. Info: bbirr@rfamec.com and (612) 229-8386, Bruce.
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12:20, 2:25, 4:55, 7:05, 9:10 HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS (PG-13) Ends Tues. 11:30, 2:00, 4:30, 7:00, 9:30 Aug. 9 RISE OF THE PLANET OF THE APES (PG-13) (Sorry No Bargain Tuesday or Other Discounts Accepted)
12:25, 2:35, 4:55, 7:10, 9:20 COWBOYS AND ALIENS (PG-13) 12:30, 2:45, 5:00, 7:15, 9:35 CAPTAIN AMERICA (PG-13) 12:15, 2:35, 5:00, 7:20, 9:40 CRAZY STUPID, LOVE (PG-13) (Sorry No Bargain Tuesday or Other Discounts Accepted)
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Speakers after Hours Speakers after Hours Toastmasters invites you to improve your public speaking and leadership skills. Meetings are from 6:15-7:15 p.m. Tuesdays at Supervalu Corp. Headquarters, 11840 Valley View Road, Room 203, Eden Prairie. Info: afterhours.freetoasthost.org or Bennie.R.Leonard@supervalu. com.
Business Igniters Meets 7:15-8:45 a.m. Tuesdays at the Eden Prairie Community Center. More information is available at bit.ly/getreferred. Info: http://bit.ly/getreferred.
BNI Networking Group F rom 7- 8 : 3 0 a.m. Thursdays at Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road, international networking group focuses on referrals. Info: bni-mn.com/ or (952) 8906524, Ext. 7568, Paul Turney.
Eden Prairie Lioness The EP Lioness Club is a volunteer organization of civicminded women representing a cross-section of the community. The club meets at 6 p.m. the fi rst Thursday of each month (September through November and January to May) at Camp Eden Wood, 6350 Indian Chief Road. Meetings include a guest speaker and club discussion. Info: eplioness@comcast.net.
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The Eden Prairie Optimist Club is a civic organization with an emphasis on programs that benefit and recognize the youth of Eden Prairie. The club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each month at the Chanhassen American Legion, 290 Lake Drive E., Chanhassen. Visitors are always welcome. I n fo : rocky @ l hot ka.net or EdenPrairieOptimists.org.
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Summer Splash is Aug. 16 A Summer Splash event is planned for 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16, at the Education Center, 8040 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie. All families are welcome for the free event, featuring interactive, bluegrass-inspired music geared to children, a fire engine display, bubble fun, goldfish treats and freeze pops. The event is sponsored by the Eden Prairie Early Childhood Programs.
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Most of the 23 members of the Crazy Camp Counselors Curing Cancer team are pictured here.
Eden Wood staffers participate in Relay “Just over an hour after saying goodbye to campers with disabilities who had spent the week at Camp Eden Wood, a group of 23 camp staff members headed to Eden Prairie High School July 15 to participate in the Relay for Life,” according to a news release. The “Crazy Camp Counselors Curing Cancer” raised almost $1,500 during the event. “Incentive for participating in the event came from group member and Friendship Ventures Respite Care Coordinator Derek Hanisch. An Eden Prairie resident, cancer survivor and honorary chair of the event, Hanisch has worked at Eden Wood Center for three summers. Last year he suggested that some of the staff attend the Relay as spectators. They made it their weekend day trip and were motivated to do more this year,” according to the release.
Counselor Laura Klitzka reacts as her ponytail is cut off at the Eden Prairie Relay for Life. “Not only did the group raise money and attend the event, they participated in several of the other activities as well. Three group members, Eden Wood Center Program Manager Kayla Anason, Recreation Leader Beka Bickel and Counselor Laura Klitzka all donated their hair for cancer patients. Hanisch and Counselor Katherine Kinnaird participated in the spaghetti eating contest; Kinnaird took third place in the spaghetti eating contest –
missing second place by one ounce of spaghetti.” Team members included Amy Eiden (camp RN nurse), Derek Hanisch (respite coordinator) (EP Relay Honorary Chair), Emily Talbot (village leader), Kayla Anason, team captain (program manager), Maggie Venell (seasonal program respite specialist), Meghan O’Keefe (health and medication aide), Beka Bickel (rec leader), Laura Cruickshank (lifeguard), counselors Bailey Smith, Carrie Bell, Katrina Lindstrom, Laura Klitzka, Molly Kalina and Sandy Jackson. Other staff who informally participated were: Zachary Schaefer (day trip leader), counselors Erin Lawrence, Jenna Retka, Katherine Kinnaird, Kendra Rosario, Kendra Wolf, Laura Rosheim, Louise Neil and Miranda Zeller. For more information about Friendship Ventures programs, visit friendshipventures.org or call (952) 852-0101 or (800) 4508376.
MILITARY NEWS Viking Squadron announces awards Viking Squadron, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary, Civil Air Patrol, recently announced the following promotions and awards: Cadet Staff Sgt. Carlos Pierskalla of Prior Lake, promoted to Cadet Technical Sergeant and awarded the Captain Eddie Rickenbacker Medal. Cadet Master Sgt. Anastasios Cincopulos of Eden Prairie, promoted to Cadet Senior Master Sergeant and awarded
Carlos Pierskalla
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the General Jimmy Doolittle Medal. The U.S. Air Force Auxiliary performs emergency services,
disaster relief and homeland security missions in support of federal, state and local government. Viking Squadron covers the southwestern portions of the Twin Cities area and meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Grace Church in Eden Prairie, 9301 Eden Prairie Road. Many members reside in Carver, Hennepin and Scott Counties. For more information contact Lt. Col. Barney Uhlig at 952937-2924 or buhlig @ mncap. org. Viking Squadron website is ht t p ://w w w.m nc ap.org / viking/.
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS Local seniors receive Ralph Burnet Scholarship Claire Willeck and Adam Siegel of Eden Prairie were awarded the Ralph Burnet Scholarship, which is offered local ly to g raduating high school seniors who are the son or daughter of a Coldwell Banker Burnet Home Services sales associate or full-time employee. Willeck is the daughter of Bonnie Willeck, a sales as-
sociate with the Minneapolis Lakes office. She was a National Honor Society and Key Club member and holds varsity letters in volleyball, basketball and softball. Willeck graduated from Eden Prairie High School and plans to attend Carlton College. Siegel is the son of Marty Siegel, sales associate with the Edina Regional office. He was a member of the National Honor Society and a National Merit Scholarship Finalist, as well
as the Varsity Alpine Ski Team captain, member of the sailing team, student leader of the Minnehaha Academy Wylde Life Youth Ministry and founder of the Student Chinese Language Club. Siegel is a graduate of Minnehaha Academy and plans to attend the College of William and Mary. The scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, and scores on college entrance exams.
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College Tutors invites college-bound high school students to take a practice ACT or SAT test to gauge their current achievement level and readiness for the college entrance exams held this spring. The free practice test will mimic the actual test day and will allow attendees to understand the length, sections and timing of the test. The test will be scored and results and suggestions for improvement will be shared with each participant. College Tutors will hold practice ACT and SAT tests on the following dates at the Eden Prairie Learning Center, 16315 Terrey Pine Drive, Suite 300, Eden Prairie: I 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4 I 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 11 To register, call (952) 2857667.
Ignite summer conference Hear David Warlick speak at the “Ignite” summer conference at the Eden Prairie High School performing arts center from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 15. Warlick is the author of four books on instructional technology and 21st Century literacy and has spoken to audiences throughout the world. The conference theme this year is “Transforming Teaching and Learning to Create a Community of Life-Long Learners.” All community
members are welcome.
Summer camps for preschoolers Eden Prairie Community Educ ation of fers su m mer camps for 2.5- to 5-year-olds. All camps are held at the Education Center, 8040 Mitchell Road. Camps just for 2.5-yearolds – This is a perfect way to give your child a safe, meaningful and fun summer experience. Camps are four half days each week and are designed to entertain, engage and support learning. Each camp has a theme, and all activities are age appropriate and support the theme. Themes include: Summer Science Detectives, Summer Sillies, Wacky Weather and Creature Feature. This is perfect for little ones who need that gentle process of learning separation. All staff are experienced in early childhood education. New Friday options for 3- to 5-year-olds – Fabulous Fridays is a one-day option for 1.5 hours for kids to get those summer sillies out and is only $18 per class. Examples of camps are: Cookin’ Up Fun, Goin’ Buggy and It’s Puppet Time. Come, Play and Learn With Us – Four-day morning camps for 3- to 5 -year-olds are safe, well-staffed and are designed around themes to interest young children in the areas of science, cooking, transportation, the arts and literature. You can register online at epcommunityed.org. Limited fee assistance is available. For more information, call (952) 975-6940.
Family Center offers classes The Eden Prairie Family Center offers the following family and parenting classes: Summer Splash Event!: Enjoy a fun family night out from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16. Relax to a concert by the Okee Dokee Brothers, explore an Eden Prairie fire truck and enjoy snacks. The event is free. Baby and Me Play Time!:
Join other families with babies in a classroom geared specifically to babies from 9:30-10:45 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 11. Parents will play, relax, connect with others and share parenting tips. This class is available for all babies, newborn through 12 months. A parent educator will be available to lead song time and answer parenting questions. This class is free. D i n ner & B aby S tor y Time Share: Visit with other families and infants, leave with a free children’s book and enjoy a free dinner from 6-7:15 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, at the Eden Prairie Early Childhood Center. Families with babies under 12 months are welcome to attend. This event is free. Eden P ra i r ie S cho ol s P r e s cho ol Re g i st r at ion 2011-2012: Sign up now for preschool. There are many options: Family Center Preschool, Spanish Preschool and Partners Preschool have two-, three- and four-day preschool options available. An evening preschool opportunity from 5-7:30 p.m. is also available. Register for ECFE Classes 2011-2012 : Meet once a week with other families to share the fun and challenges of parenting. The Eden Prairie School’s Early Childhood Family Education Program is taking registrations for 2011-2012. Weekly parent/child classes for babies through five year olds provide parents with the opportunity to network, share ideas with each other and receive parenting tips from a parent educator. Daytime and evening classes are available. All Aboard for Two Day Twos!: Beginning in September, this new class will offer older 2-year-olds a weekly special class with a parent and an additional day of preschool on their own. The Wednesday class, from 9:30-11 a.m., will offer parent/child time and parent conversation facilitated by a parent educator. The Friday class, from 9:30 a.m.-noon, will offer the 2-year-olds the opportunity to grow on their own. All classes and events are held at the Eden Prairie Family Center, 8040 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie. To register for a class, call (952) 975-6980.
ON CAMPUS University of St. Thomas The following Eden Prairie students graduated from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul in spring 2011: Scott Aasgaard, who received a degree in financial management; Adrian Bauer, master’s degree in business administration; Mark Busch, individualized degree; Adrienne Clairmont, degree in English; Aaron Clarke, degree in entrepreneurship; Destiny Clifford, graduated magna cum laude and received a degree in communication and journalism; Brittany DeZellar, degree in marketing management; Matthew Dudley, degree in financial management; Benjamin Ebeling, master’s degree in business administration; Nicole Ellow, master’s degree in business administration; Vincent Ferre, master’s degree in software systems; Erik Fryklund, degrees in accounting and leadership
and management; Susan Grassel, degree in law; Alex Hanson, degree in financial management; James Hassett, degree in communication and journalism; Linh Huynh, degrees in financial management and operations management; Brenden Ketz, degree in international business; David King, degree in legal studies in business; Christina Krol, master’s degree in social work; Samantha Kukowski, degrees in marketing management and political science; Kimberly Lauglin, degrees in marketing management and communication; Kerin Logstrom, who graduated Cum Laude and received a master’s degree in counseling psychology; Craig Martin, who graduated magna cum laude and received a degree in electrical engineering; Daniel McCormick, degree in political science; Miranda Mulligan, who graduated magna cum laude and received a degree in neuroscience; Rose Nash, degree in neuroscience; Mary Norris, master’s degree in social work; Jennifer Perkins,
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BUSINESS LearningRx to collect school supplies LearningRx is partnering with The Caring Tree to collect school supplies for children in need now through Sept. 9. Donations of school supplies may be dropped off at any of the four Twin Cities LearningRx locations in Chanhassen, Savage, Maple Grove or Eagan. Learning Rx Chanhassen is at 600 Market St., Suite 120, between Cub Foods and the Chanhassen Cinema. The Caring Tree will distribute the supplies to area children in need. Donors will receive a certificate for a $49 Cognitive Skills Assessment from Learning Rx and a copy of the book “Unlock the Einstein Inside.” Call (952) 949-6900 for details.
Berry special bedtime stories Dunn Bros. Coffee and the teachers at Kinderberry Hill are teaming up for a series of bedtime stories, celebrating the works of Laura Numeroff. The story hours are free and open to the public and the remaining story hour will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 (“If You Give a Moose a Muffi n”), at Dunn Bros. Coffee in the Smith Douglas More House, 8107 Eden Prairie Road.
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Winning look for EP band 5 by 5 Design’s CD package design for the Eden Prairie based Gloryland Gospel Band was honored with “Best of Category” in the 27th annual American Graphic Design and Advertising awards. The new, winning look for the Eden Prairie band and its “I’ll Fly Away” CD helped to increase its fan base and elicit more performance bookings, according to a news release. 5 by 5 Design was one of 20 firms across the nation selected by AGDA for superlative design. This is the third year of these popular, family events. The story hours will be held on the patio if the weather permits. Each family in attendance will receive a complimentary
Laura Numeroff book, and children wearing PJ’s will receive a kid-sized berry smoothie from Dunn Bros. For more information, call Dunn Bros. at (952) 934-1045 or Kinderberry Hill at (952) 345-8012.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNERS! Plus, a shout out goes to our six random drawing winners: Samantha Newton, Burnsville Jenny Retherford, Shakopee Each win a $50 gift certificate for Service, Apple Ford or Apple Suzuki
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Some thoughts on being eligible for Social Security By the end of this year I will be collecting Social Security! It marks a passage but I cannot say that I feel much different than I did a year ago or 10 years ago for that matter. In many ways while the physical chronology of my life marches on, I feel younger in my inner self. I have often said that I want to die young as late as possible! Some years ago on what would have been his 65th birthday I participated in the funeral of a friend and colleague, Bob Terry. In both academic and business circles he was well known. He held a Ph.D. in ethics from the University of Chicago. He had been dean of the Humphrey Institute at the University of Minnesota. He was the author of several books on leadership and worked internationally as an organizational and executive consultant. He died a slow
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agonizing death from A.L.S., or Lou Gherig’s Disease. I was with Bob four days before he died. He came to our FINE Fellows group meeting at a restaurant in St. Paul. We ordered steaks and fish. He let us feed him with liquid through the feeding tube that had been his lifeline for the last months of his life. He was not embarrassed to live publicly with his disease. We
were his friends and he asked us to plan his funeral with him. I learned something about authenticity from that experience. Authenticity includes vulnerability. As I look at life from a place north of 65, I am excited more by what lies ahead than what has gone on before. I have a new appreciation for our capacity to learn new truths, consider new ideas, welcome new experiences, meet new people, go new places, and achieve new things. Leaving parish ministry 11 years ago was the prelude to many breakthroughs in my life. The passage was not painless. At the same time, I learned all over again that pain often produces growth. Like broken bones that mend and are actually stronger in the broken place than any other, life’s broken moments can become the places we grow strong. I
am stronger for having experienced failure and rejection. I am stronger for having to live with diabetes. I am stronger for the doctoral qualifying exam I had to take twice. I’m thinking that there are still many broken places in my life that deserve attention and hold the promise of further strengthening my soul and adding resilience to my living. In a few weeks three of my grandchildren will visit us in Minnesota. I am excited. I am also sobered when I think about the times and world in which they are growing up. I’m thinking I will learn as much from them as they will from me over the years. Maybe that is what grandparents are for. We provide a kind of sea anchor for the new generation slowing things down a little and making sure that historic family connections
are maintained for the sake of perspective. There is a genuine longing in my soul to deepen and in some cases mend relationships that are a vital part of my life. The 30s, 40s and 50s are busy years for most of us. I think I got behind in relational matters while striving to succeed in the world of work. I hope the 60s can be a time for reconciliation and going deeper with loved ones and friends. I looked at pictures of my daughter’s wedding the other day. I said a brief prayer for her knowing how difficult marriage can be. It is the hardest work most of us ever do. The older I get, the more aware I am of just how damaged a person I am. I am not easy to live with all the time. Pat’s patience with me is surely evidence of God’s grace. In the years ahead I
look forward to more motorcycle rides, more days sailing, more time with grandchildren, more writing, new ventures in service and work, and continuing an authentic journey of faith that will not settle for easy answers or deny that there are doubts and difficulties to face. I want to spend quality time with friends and loved ones, laugh a lot at jokes old and new and tell stories late into the night. I want to consider all kinds of new ideas and learn new skills. There are more years behind me than ahead of me now. I want to be a wise steward of what is left of my life. May it be the same for you. Dr. Bernard E. Johnson shares this space with the Revs. Timothy A. Johnson, Michael Miller and Rod Anderson as well as spiritual writer Lauren Carlson-Vohs. “Spiritually Speaking” appears weekly.
RELIGION NEWS
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Prairie Lutheran Information Night
Invite People to Worship with You!
Prairie Lutheran Preschool will hold a Parent Information Night at 6 p.m. Aug. 18. Families interested in enrolling a preschooler and currently enrolled families are invited to attend. Learn about and register for new extended programming options including Early Bird, Play-Break, Sports Play, Creative Movement and Music Masters. New this year and included in the daily curriculum is the Everyday Spanish program. To register or for more information, visit prairielutheran.org or call (952) 94 2 -18 0 0. Prairie Lutheran Preschool is at 11000 Blossom Road, Eden Prairie.
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Sunday Worship 9:30 AM
Sunday Worship 9:00 a.m. Bible Study at 10:15 a.m.
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Sunday School 9:30 AM
Web: atgrace.com
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Phone: 952-926-1884 At southeast corner of Eden Prairie Road and Pioneer Trail in Eden Prairie
Sunday Morning Services: 8:00 • 9:30 • 11:00
(1 blk. west of Mitchell Rd.)
Children’s programming at 9:30 and 11:00
ST. ANDREW LUTHERAN SUMMER SCHEDULE
St. Andrew - Saturday 5:00pm
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112090 Hundertmark Road, Chaska SPIRIT in the PINES - Sunday 9:30am
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ST. ALBAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH SUNDAY 8:00 & 10:00 a.m. WEDNESDAY 6:00 p.m. “Come grow with us in Christ” 6716 Gleason Road, Edina • (952) 941-3065
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Immanuel Lutheran Church ELCA New Summer Hours:
Sunday Worship Services (nursery available) Traditional Service: 9 a.m. Contemporary Service: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. No Sunday School
Visit us at www.Immanuel.us 16515 Luther Way, Eden Prairie • 952-937-8123 (2 blocks N. of Hwy. 5 on Cty. Rd. 4) 076072
Temple of Eck offers events
Eden Prairie Presbyterian Church
The following events are held at the Temple of Eck for the community: 7-8:30 p.m. Aug. 10 – “Spiritual Wisdom on Relationships” 10-10:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 21 – “Find Inner Peace: Chant Hu!” All free events are at the Temple of Eck/Eckankar, 7450 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen. Info: (952) 380-2200 or templeofeck. org.
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Of¿ce: 934-0811 6500 Baker Road • Eden Prairie, MN 55346
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Worship with us this summer! Sundays @ 9:30 a.m.
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Bible Classes - 9:30 a.m. Worship Service - 10:45 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesdays: Children’s Bible Club - 7:00 p.m. Youth Bible Study - 7:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study 7:00 p.m.
Prairie Lutheran Summer Camps
Child Care Provided in All Services www.libertybaptistmn.org
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Pax Christi Catholic Community 12100 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie Father Patrick Kennedy, Pastor
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Weekend Masses Saturday Sunday
Building Friendships, Building Families, Building Faith
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Weekday Masses Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
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Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 a.m. Sunday School classes and Awana will resume in the fall
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Prairie Hill Evangelical Free Church will hold its vacation Bible school, “Backstage with the Bible,” from 9 a.m.-noon Aug. 8-12. Kids age 4 through fifth grade “will rock out to some great music by the Go Fish Guys, and go deep into the Bible to learn the truth found in God’s Word,” according to a news release. There will be games, crafts and snacks throughout the week. PHEFC is at 17200 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie. For more information, visit phefc. org or call (952) 937-9593.
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Register today for summer camp at Prairie Lutheran. “ L it t le E x plo r e r s N at u r e Camp” will be held from Monday-Thursday, Aug. 15-18, and “Preschool Prep” will be held from Monday-Thursday, Aug. 22-25. “Each camp includes art exploration, discovery time, interactive stories, outdoor play, a snack and lots of fun,” according to a news release. All children ages 33 months to 5 years old are welcome. For more information, email jtcarter@prairielutheran.org or call (952) 942-1800. Prairie Lutheran is at 11000 Blossom Road, Eden Prairie.
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PROP Shop’s needs of the week The PROP Shop client room requests donations of bath towels, wash cloths and bathroom rugs/mats in good condition (no stains, rips or fraying). The PROP Shop is a nonprofit re-sale store, which sells new and gently used items to everyone in the community. It depends on donations of furniture, clothing and housewares. The PROP Shop also offers a separate Client Services Center which provides clothing, housewares and furniture to referred families and individuals in need. The PROP Shop is at 15195 Martin Drive in Eden Prairie. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Donations are accepted from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays. For more information, visit propshopEP. org or call (952) 934-2323.
PROP food shelf needs of the week PROP is in need of healthy kids snacks, oatmeal, pancake mix, sugar, oil and flour. Your cash donations enable PROP to use its buying power for food, supplies and financial support for clients. Your food donations keep shelves stocked. The group appreciates the support and invites you to volunteer and use your creativity to create a PROP-themed event. If you need services or support from PROP, visit its website at propfood. org, call (952) 937-9120 or stop by the office at 14700 Martin Drive Monday through Friday 9:30 to 1 p.m. or Monday and Wednesday evenings 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Legislators’ town hall meeting Rep. John Benson and Sen. Terri Bonoff are holding an open town hall meeting to discuss issues prompted by the State Legislature’s regular and special sessions and the state government shutdown. The two DFL Minnetonka-based lawmakers will also address questions and opinions offered by attendees. Eden Prairie and Edina residents are invited to attend, ac-
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Sen. Terri Bonoff
cording to a news release. The meeting will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, in the Minnetonka City Council Chambers, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. For more information, email rep.john.benson@house. mn or sen.terri.bonoff@senate. mn or call (651) 296-9934 or (651) 296-4314.
Watershed Board applicants sought The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants for two vacancies on the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District Board, due to term expirations of two members. A Nine Mile Creek Watershed District Board member may not be a public officer and must be a resident of the district. The district’s five-member board develops a plan for the conservation of natural resources and coordinates management of water and related land resources. The deadline for application is Aug. 19, with interviews to be held at the next County Board Libraries, Technolog y and General Government Committee. For more information or to apply online, visit Hennepin. us/volunteering.
Back-to-school immunizations Hennepin County Public Health offers low-cost immunizations to those without adequate health insurance and has added extra clinic dates to increase availability of back-toschool shots. All clinics are walkin clinics so no appointments are necessary. All school-required immunizations will be available. Parents are asked to bring each child’s immunization records with them. The clinics will be held on the following dates: Bloomington clinic: Bloomington Division of Health, 1900 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloom-
ington 3-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30 3-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 6 Brooklyn Center Clinic: Hennepin County’s Brookdale Service Center, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center 9-11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23 Downtown Minneapolis Clinic: Hennepin Health Services Building, 525 Portland Ave. S., Minneapolis 8:30-11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 5 8:30-11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 2 Crystal Community Center, 4800 Douglas Drive, Crystal 4:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 For more information, call (612) 348-2884 or visit hennepin. us/vaccines. Donations are requested but not required for the immunizations.
Featured on Democratic Visions “The mid-summer edition of Democratic Visions features a look at a new waterfall garden in Richfield’s Wood Lake Nature Center. The garden has been dedicated to long-time WCCOTV newscaster Bill Carlson. Before he died of cancer in February 2008, Carlson and his wife Nancy Nelson had continued to support the 1960’s efforts of Les and Fran Blacklock and the city of Richfield to steward the urban-bound, forest and marsh complex as a nature center. Carlson and the Blacklocks were residents of Eden Prairie. Nancy Nelson still lives in Eden Prairie and can be heard on AM950 Radio six days a week,” according to a news release. The program also features segments with Seamus Dolan of Bloomington who heads President Obama’s summer outreach initiative in the southwest suburbs; a discussion with host Tim O’Brien and Nancy Nelson about GOP State policy bills and two satiric video perspectives on DFLers’ response to those bills. Democratic Visions is produced by volunteers through DFL Senate District 42. The program can be seen in Hopkins, Minnetonka, Edina, Richfield and Eden Prairie on Channel 15 Sundays at 9 p.m. and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Segments can also be seen at dflsd42.org/ and on the Democratic Visions YouTube Channel at youtube.com/ user/Democraticvisions.
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publicnotices NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS IMPROVEMENT CONTRACT NO. 09-5755 CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE BID REQUEST FOR:
NEILL LAKE BERM IMPROVEMENTS
BID CLOSE:
10:00 A.M., AUGUST 25, 2011 EDEN PRAIRIE CITY HALL 8080 MITCHELL ROAD EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344 PHONE: 952-949-8330
Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received, opened and read aloud at 10:00 AM on August 25, 2011 in the presence of the City Engineer or the designated representative at the Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, 55344 for the furnishing of all labor and materials and all else necessary for the following: Approximate quantities of major material items are as follows and are intended only to provide a general understanding of the project. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to verify quantities for the Lump Sum estimate per the Proposal Form. ITEM DESCRIPTION
UNITS
ESTIMATED QUANTITY
CLEARING
ACRE
1
GRUBBING
ACRE
1
REMOVE BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT COMMON EXCAVATION
SY CY
350 7890
SUITABLE EMBANKMENT
CY
6450
CONSTRUCT TEMPORARY ACCESS
LS
1
TEMPORARY NEILL LAKE DRAWDOWN
LS
1
GEOTEXTILE FABRIC, TYPE VI
SY
1350
AGGREGATE BASE (CV), CLASS V
CY
60
BITUMINOUS TRAIL, 3" THICK
SY
350
24" CS PIPE CULVERT
LF
30
EACH
15
DECIDUOUS SHRUB
EACH
ITEM DESCRIPTION
UNITS
25 ESTIMATED QUANTITY
DECIDUOUS TREE 1.5" CAL B&B
SILT FENCE, TYPE MACHINE SLICED
LF
4700
FLOTATION SILT CURTAIN, TYPE WORK AREA
LF
1000
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE/EXIT
EACH
1
SEEDING
ACRE
4.2
SEEDING, MIX 1
LBS
140.8
SEEDING, MIX 2 (34-181)
LBS
5
MULCH MATERIAL, TYPE 3
TON
7
DISK ANCHORING EROSION CONTROL BLANKET, CAT 2 FERTILIZER, TYPE 4 WEED SPRAYING
ACRE
3.5
SY
3600
LBS
500
ACRE
4
Plans and specifications, proposal forms and contract documents may be seen at the office of the City Engineer, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, and at the office of SRF Consulting Group, Inc., One Carlson Parkway North, Suite 150, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55447. A list of Plan Holders can be viewed on line at QuestCDN’s website: http://www.questcdn.com No bids will be considered unless sealed and accompanied by a bidder’s bond naming the City of Eden Prairie as obligee, certified check payable to the City Clerk of the City of Eden Prairie or a cash deposit equal to at least five percent (5%) of the total amount of the bid, which shall be forfeited to the City in the event that the bidder fails to enter into a contract. The successful bidder shall have successful experience in constructing this type of project. In order to assess the contractor’s quality and experience, all bidders will be required to file a completed bidder questionnaire along with their bid. The bidder questionnaire is provided in the project manual. The City Council reserves the right to retain the deposits of the three lowest bidders for a period not to exceed sixty (60) days after the date and time set for the opening of bids. No bids will be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date and time set for the opening bids. Payment for the work will be by cash or check. Contractors desiring a copy of the plans, specifications and proposal forms may purchase them from the office of SRF Consulting Group, Inc., One Carlson Parkway North, Suite 150, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55447, upon payment of $60, which is nonrefundable. Digital copies of the plans, specifications and proposal forms are available at http://www.questcdn.com and for a fee of $20. These documents may be downloaded by selecting this project from the BIDDING DOCUMENTS link and by entering bid document No. 1696459 on the SEARCH PROJECTS page. For assistance and free membership registration, contact QuestCDN at 952.233.1632 or info@questcdn.com. The Council reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive irregularities and informalities therein and further reserves the right to award the contract(s) to the best interests of the City. All proposals must be addressed to: City Engineer, Engineering Division City of Eden Prairie 8080 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 and shall be endorsed thereon: Neill Lake Berm Improvements I.C. NO. 09-5755 Bids close 10:00 AM on August 25, 2011 Addendum No.(s) ____________ acknowledged By Order of the City Council CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, August 4, 2011; No. 3191) Notice of Establishment of a Branch Notice is hereby given that Associated Bank, National Association, 200 North Adams Street, Green Bay, WI 54301, has filed an application with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency on July 25, 2011, as specified in 12 CFR 5, for permission to establish a full-service branch at 582 Prairie Circle Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344. Any person wishing to comment on this application may file comments in writing with the Licensing Manager, Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, 440 South LaSalle, Suite 2700, Chicago, Illinois 60605, within 30 days of the date of this publication. The public portions of the application are available for public inspection during regular business hours through the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. August 04, 2011 Associated Bank, National Association Green Bay, WI (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, August 4, 2011; No. 3187) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, August 16, 2011 - 7:00 PM City Center - 8080 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Project: GE Capital Eco Experience Center Location: 3 Capital Drive Developer: GE Capital Corp NOTICE: Residents of Eden Prairie are invited to attend a public hearing about a proposal for a 6,620 square foot office and outdoor test track. The meeting is televised live on cable channel 16 and rebroadcast on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. and Sundays at 1:00 p.m. The developer is requesting the following actions by the City: • Planned Unit Development Concept Amendment on 42 acres • Planned Unit Development District Review on 42 acres • Zoning District Amendment within the Office Zoning District on 42 acres • Site Plan Review on 42 acres • Preliminary Plat on 42
acres QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS: If you wish to see plans before the meeting, please stop by City Hall between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. If you want to talk to someone about the proposed project, please contact Regina Rojas, the project planner, at 952-949-8490. Copies of any written comments submitted to the Community Development Department by 12:00 p.m. on the Wednesday prior to the meeting date will be distributed in the Council packets. (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, August 4, 2011; No. 3188) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, August 16, 2011 - 7:00 PM City Center - 8080 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Project: T hunderbird Aviation Location: 14091 Pioneer Trail Developer: Nancy Grazzini-Olson NOTICE: Residents of Eden Prairie are invited to attend a public hearing about a proposal for a new aviation facility. The meeting is televised live on cable channel 16 and rebroadcast on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. and Sundays at 1:00 p.m. The developer is requesting the following actions by the City: • Site Plan Review on 4.7 acres QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS: If you wish to see plans before the meeting, please stop by City Hall between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. If you want to talk to someone about the proposed project, please contact Scott Kipp, the project planner, at 952-949-8489. Copies of any written comments submitted to the Community Development Department by 12:00 p.m. on the Wednesday prior to the meeting date will be distributed in the Council packets. (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, August 4, 2011; No. 3189) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday August 16, 2011 - 7:00 PM City Center - 8080 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Project: Prairie Ridge Location: 17555 Duck Lake Trail Developer: Manley Development NOTICE: Residents of Eden Prairie are invited to attend a public hearing about a proposal for a 22 lot single family home subdivision. The meeting is televised live on cable channel 16 and rebroadcast on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. and Sundays at 1:00 p.m. The developer is requesting the following actions by the City: • Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 9.69 acres • Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 9.69 acres • Zoning District Change from R1-22 to R1-13.5 on 9.69 acres • Preliminary Plat of 9.69 acres into 22 lots and 1 outlot QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS: If you wish to see plans before the meeting, please stop by City Hall between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. If you want to talk to someone about the proposed project, please contact Scott Kipp, the project planner, at 952-949-8489. Copies of any written comments submitted to the Community Development Department by 12:00 p.m. on the Wednesday prior to the meeting date will be distributed in the Council packets. (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, August 4, 2011; No. 3190)
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C r e a t e s D i s t i n c t i v e O u td o o r L i v i n g
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LAWNS ARE US X Complete
Decorative Concrete Additions - Patios Garage Floors Steps - Sidewalks Aprons - Driveways Stamped, Colored Exposed Aggregate
Drapes, Blinds, Fabrics, Upholstery, Bedspreads. Lakes Interiors. 38 yrs. 952-447-4655.
952-448-7037
Radloff & Weber Blacktopping Inc.
Free Estimates
Landscape & Irrigation Services & Block Walls X Drainage Correction X Complete Fertilization & Weed Control Packages X Aeration & Over Seeding X Dethatch & Spring Clean-Up
DRIVEWAYS
952-492-3160
XDecks XFences XRetaining XBoulder Walls XPaver Patios XMulch/ Rock/ Sod XBobcat Work
952-334-9840 kensezlandscape@yahoo.com
Driveways, Parking Lots Free estimates, Insured. Stamped concrete, Driveways, Colored concrete, Firepits, Patios, Steps, Garages, Additions, Tearouts, Exposed Aggregate, Block walls, Poured walls, Floating Slabs, Aprons. 952-445-6604 MNLic#4327
From the Unique to the Ordinary... Specializing in drives, patios and imprinted, colored and stained concrete. Interior acid stained floors and counter tops. www.staincrete.com
952-461-3710 info@staincrete.com
Rock Engraving at Hermans
~Since 1971~ Free Estimates
6 Miles S. of Shakopee on 169
952-447-5733
Pulverized Dirt $12.50/ yd. Colored Mulch $26.50/ yd. Cypress, Cedar, Hardwood
ELECTRICAL
www.fandbconst.com
Lowell Russell Concrete
• Block Foundations • New Additions, Repairs • Driveways • Patios • Steps • Garages • Pool Decks • Tear-out, Remove, Replace/New • Decorative • Colored, Stamped, Exposed Aggregate
LANDSCAPING
16 years in business Driveways, Sidewalks, Patios, Floors, Steps, Block Foundations, Brick Repairs, Footings
DRAPERIES
New
Free Estimates Licensed Insured
LANDSCAPING
Monyok Masonry
DON WHERLEY MASONRY INC
Stone Work
Chimney Repairs
CONCRETE/MASONRY
X Boulder
Brick Work
Remodel ! Country Touch Clean. Several years in business. Reliable/Trusting 612-483-1092
Cabinetry finish, carpentry, decks, porches and additions. Quality work and competitive pricing. Eagle Point Construction, LLC. Lic.#20631678
Over 17 yrs in decks & porches. For deck do-it-yourselfers: framing & footings.
CLEANING
CONCRETE/MASONRY
! 952-239-4110 Bumble Bee Services Housecleaning. Insured
CONCRETE/MASONRY
Feel free to text, call or Email andydciinc@gmail.com Andy, 612-221-1849
Luke 952-467-2447
fax 952-447-1211
Eagle Point Construction
kathy_eriksen@hotmail.com
• Free Estimates • 14 years experience • The Residential expert! • Insured
30 years experience lic#20628802
Kathy's cleaning service. Reliable, trustworthy. 952-454-0700
Blue Skies Window Cleaning, LLC
CLEANING
952-461-4540
Steve Jenness
BUILDING
#Priority Electric Inc. Licensed- Bonded- Insured. No job too small. 952-403-9200
Flagstone, Steppers Decorative Rock Edging/ Poly/ Fabric Retaining Walls, Pavers
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Houses South of Prior Lake. 1/2 acre. 4BR 3BA 3 garage/shop. $210,000 Forsalebyowner.com ID# 23141237 or MLS 4062412, 952-492-6349
Lots/Acreage Farmland for Sale & Wanted. Randy Kubes, Realtor... 612-599-7440
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Palmer Bus Service is looking for persons with a good driving record to drive school bus in the Shakopee School District. Opportunity for AM, PM, Activity routes and Special Education routes. Requires School Bus license. Will train eligible applicants. Excellent salary, annual bonus, paid training. Palmer Bus Service 952-445-1166
Carpentry Contractors Corp. seeking full time positions:
Entry Level Carpenters in our Field Frame, Siding and Windows Divisions
Full-Time
Basic rough framing carpentry duties, siding and window installation and power tool use. Requires the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, climb ladders and/or scaffolding frequently and climb/work up to 35 feet. Must be able to lift 75lbs, pass physical, BGC, and drug screen. Valid D/L and independent transportation required for employment. Please call our Jobs Line: 952-380-3720 or jobs@carpentrycontractors.com
Coldwell Banker Burnet Eden Prairie Irene: 952-949-4759 Rolland: 952-949-4724 EOE
Auburn Homes & Services in Chaska is currently hiring of for the following positions: FT RN- Assisted Living FT & PT Care Attendants- Assisted Living Please see our website: www.auburnhomes.org for more detailed information. EOE/AAP
Full-Time
TOOLMAKER
School Bus Drivers
EMPLOYMENT
ASSOCIATE TRAINEE Real Estate Career Excellent Potential Fast Growth
Full-Time
Progressive. Growing. Engaged. SCOTT COUNTY Public Health Nurse or Registered Nurse In this position you'll perform skilled nursing duties determining client eligibility for home & communitybased service programs. Workloads can vary by position & may include long-term care consultations, PCA assessments, & waiver program case management. All positions rely on your use of independent nursing assessment skills & professional judgment to coordinate services & assure the health & safety of Scott County citizens in community settings. MQs: Requires possession of a license to practice as an RN issued by the State of MN; CPR certification; valid driver's license; & 1 year RN experience. PHN certification or experience preferred. Training for home- & community-based services & experience w/ MN-ITS are highly desirable. Hiring Range: $47,553 to $60,421-DOQ. Closing: Open until filled. Obtain application from Scott County Employee Relations at (952) 496-8890 or from our web site at (www.co.scott.mn.us). EOE TTY/TDD: (952) 496-8170 Let's work together.
Experience required in building, repairing, & maintaining blank, progressive, and compound dies for METAL STAMPINGS. If you are interested in VARIETY & PERSONAL GROWTH, we offer: Excellent wages and benefits including Vacation, Insurance, 401(k), & a Profit Sharing Bonus Plan! Please fax, mail or email your resume to: EDi, P.O. Box 85, Jordan 55352 F: 952-492-3790 vengelsteffan@engeldiversified.com
Plastic Injection Molding Technician 2nd Shift Starkey Laboratories, Inc. is a recognized world leader in providing the highest quality hearing technology available. If you're interested in working for a company that is dedicated to improving our customers' quality of life, consider the opportunity our team presents at our facility in Glencoe, MN. This position is responsible for the development of new injection processes, injection molding tooling, overall improvement of existing molding processes and the development and support of the painting process. Qualified candidate should have a Plastic Technical Degree or equivalent experience. A minimum of 6 years experience in injection molding industry. Training and experience with Scientific Molding principles and techniques strongly desired. You'll enjoy a full benefit package: Exceptional medical/dental/prescription coverage 401 (k), ESOP & life insurance Short term disability Vacation & paid holidays
Full-Time
Full-Time
Carpentry Contractors Corp. now has openings for Carpenters in our Field Finish Division. These positions are F/T, benefits eligible. Job requirements to include; power tool use, interior finish/trim duties, kneel, squat, bend and twist frequently, and be able to lift 75 lbs of construction materials, pass physical, BGC, and drug screen. Valid D/L and independent transportation required for employment. Please call our Jobs Line: 952-380-3720.
DON'T SETTLE FOR LESS THAN THE BEST!
DRIASI (Chanhassen) is currently hiring Full Time Contact Center Representatives for our Call Center to take inbound Customer Service and Sales calls. Please apply online by going to www.driasi.com or directly at: https://home.eease.adp. com/recruit/?id=672091
The area's BEST Center has immediate openings for:
Aides, Assistant Teachers, Teachers, Kitchen Technician at our Waconia and Chaska locations.
Ladybug Childcare Centers 306 Lake Hazeltine Dr. Chaska Please contact: Chaska: Julie at 952-448-7202 Waconia: Katie at 952-442-5057
Experienced side dump, quad axel, rolloff driver. Class A or CDL. 612366-5566
Full-Time Jordan Public Schools has an opening for a Building/ Mechanical Manager. Responsible for the overall programs of buildings and heating/ cooling operations. AA degree and related field preferred. All other duties as assigned by the Superintendent. Salary regionally competitive. Send letter and application to Kirk Nelson, Superintendent, 500 Sunset Dr., Jordan, MN 55352. Open until filled.
KinderCare Learning Center in Shakopee has immediate full time teacher positions open. Qualified persons must have a 2-year or 4-year degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. If interested please call Corrie 952-403-6862.
To view details and apply on-line go to: www.starkey.com Careers
Tool Room Designer AUTO TECH NEEDED Clean well established shop has opening for experienced, motivated tech. Frahm's Auto & Truck Repair, Savage. Call Doug 952-890-1890 BIFFS, INC: Men & Women Drivers needed to Clean, Deliver, Pickup portable restrooms. Not just a job; a career. FT/OT. Local Routes. Incentive-based pay scale. Full benefits package. Locally Owned & Operated. EOE/AA Employer & DOT Compliant. Application REQUIRED: 8610 Hansen Ave, Shakopee or online: www.biffsinc.com
DRIVER 1ST SHIFT Automated Building Components Millwork division is looking for a hard working, reliable individual to deliver millwork products to local job sites. Duties include: loading/unloading vehicle, pulling orders as needed and delivering products. This is a 40 hour per week position with occasional overtime. Applicants MUST have a valid Class B CDL, acceptable driving record, previous driving experience, ability to lift 100 lbs and ability to pass a physical & drug screen. Applicants must be willing to join the Teamsters Local 120. We offer excellent benefits & advancement opportunities! Apply in person between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. AUTOMATED BUILDING COMPONENTS
18800 West 78th Street Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-937-9060 www.ABCMillwork.com EOE/AA/M/F/D/V
Carpenters/ Framing. Apprentice & lead position. FT year-round, SW Metro. Mark: 612-6854966
Starkey Laboratories, Inc. is a recognized world leader in providing the highest quality hearing technology available. If you're interested in working for a company that is dedicated to improving our customers' quality of life, consider the opportunity our team presents at our facility in Glencoe, MN. This position will provide support in the conceptualization, design and construction of precision tooling utilizing both internal and external tooling resources in support of Starkey's current Manufacturing needs and R&D initiative. Qualified candidate need to possess a Technical degree in Mold/Die trades or equivalent, and a minimum of 5 years total combined experience in the building, repair and maintenance of injection molds. Six years tool design experience is required with a minimum of 4000 hours of Pro Engineer. You'll enjoy a full benefit package: Exceptional medical/dental/prescription coverage 401 (k), ESOP & life insurance Short term disability Vacation & paid holidays Flexible work schedule To view details and apply on-line go to: www.starkey.com Careers
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FLOORING ABOVE ALL HARDWOOD FLOORS & CARPET Floor Installation Sanding & Refinishing Carpet, Tile & Vinyl Installation Exceptional Quality Great Service
952-440-WOOD (9663)
Duffy’s HARDWOOD FLOORS •Floor refinishing & sanding •Real wood floors •Dustless refinishing •Water damage specialists •Board patching •Custom staining •Best quality •Best pricing •Most experience in your area •Family owned, 28 years •Free Estimates
952-469-5713 952-426-2790 www.duffyshardwoodfloors.com
FLOORING
LANDSCAPING
Caola
Landscape Services 952 445-0663 X
Design, Build, Maintain
Water Problems resolved XSprinkler Systems XRock/Mulch/Edger XTrees & Shrubs XBrick Pavers XRetainingWalls Over 30 yrs of quality workmanship X
Visit our website: www.caolalandscaping.com Credit Cards Accepted
R.D. & Associates
HEATING/AIR COND
• Tree Removal • Stump Grinding • Brush Chipping • Overgrown Areas Mowed • Excavating • Sand & Gravel • Crushed Limestone
952-445-7302
LANDSCAPING Country Trail Tree Moving & Landscaping Service/Tree Sales Boulder Walls
952-492-6289 952-292-2050 www.country trailtreemoving.com
ODD JOBS
Handy Home Repair Service, Inc. Any Task... Just Ask Insured, References, Licensed #20374699
You Call - We Haul
Completely Enclosed Truck Very Reasonable Rates
952-758-2552 We Haul Moving
Quality Remodeling and Home Repairs A Minnesota Greenstar Qualified contractor
Handyman Ser vices Bob Wagner (952) 686-4833 www.bobshandymanservices.com for available services and rates. Fully Insured
Premiere One Landscapes #1 Schieber Outdoor Services LawncareLandscaping. Commercial Residential. Senior Discount. Joe: 952-2924445 612-275-2574. AJ's Tree & Lawn Service LLC. Trimming & removal. Licensed, insured.
952-445-1812 Paul Bunyan Tree Service. Tree Removal and Trimming. www.paulbunyantree serviceinc.com
NEED HANDYMAN? Little Job Expert! For all the odd jobs needing Attention!!! Painting: • Interior & Exterior Finish Carpentry: • Basements • Bathrooms • Ceramic Tile • Sheet Rock & Taping Dennis 952-334-1755 952-445-9034
PAINT/WALLPAPER *A and K PAINTING* Schedule your Summer painting now!
Ext/Int Paint/ Stain ~Carpentry/ Repair~ Free Estimates Ins/ Bonded
952-474-6258 Major credit cards accepted
Rainbow Painting
Ken's HANDYMAN SERVICE Repairs, Installations & Home Improvements. Call Ken: 952-445-1836
“Bill's Painting” Exterior/ Interior/ Decks. 29 yrs/ guaranteed work. 10% scheduling discount. 952-448-6633/ 952-220-1090 Always Quality Interior RELIABLE, Painting. Professional, Experienced 952-334-0977 Jerry Fehn Breimhorst Painting. Interior/ Exterior. Insured. Albie: 952-261-2234 MJ Painting Interior/ Exterior painting & staining. 952-445-2904 Marvin Jeurissen
PLASTER/DRYWALL
INT/EXT Specializing in wall & ceiling painting and texturing. Wallpaper removal. Staining. Enameling & more! Free estimates 612-701-6805, Troy
S.R. PAINTING: Bruce Mackenthun Does It All! WindowDoor- Deck specialist! Professional services. 952-270-9166. Lic #20452534 Ins. www.brucedoesitall.com
651-480-3400 sundanceexteriors.com Family owned since 1979
Free wind & hail damage inspections... We can handle all of your insurance claims. Roofing, Siding, Windows & all home improvement needs. We do it all!
Plumbing, heating, remodel and repair, new construction. 952-4922440
ROOFING
LOW HOURLY RATES, TELL ME WHAT YOU CAN AFFORD AND WE WILL MAKE A DEAL!
(612)867-8287 kevin@hmwhome.com www.hmwhome.com
Father/ son plumbing company. Licensed, bonded, insured. Working for you! R&D Plumbing952-237-0115
ROOFING
PROFESSIONAL, PROMPT, COURTEOUS SERVICE 28 YEARS OF TRADE EXPERIENCE
New Prague
ODD JOBS
ROOFING
PLUMBING/SEPTIC
612-201-6316, bgmach3_3@hotmail.com www.handyhomereapairservice.com
References, Lic & Ins Mn Lic. 20632058 Kevin Hayes
Retaining Walls, Concrete & Paver Drives, Patio & Walks, Boulder walls, & much more!
ODD JOBS
MOVING?
www.rdandassociates.com
952-292-2261 Heating, plumbing, remodel and repair, and replacement, new construction. 952-492-2440
MOVING/STORAGE
Specialized Services Inc.
Shop-At-Home Save $$
www.fonderscarpet.com
AA Tree Removal/ trimming/ firewood/ brush hauling, stump grinding. Steve, 952-445-5239
Complete Landscaping
Carpet & Vinyl
952-445-4056
LANDSCAPING
18 yrs. exp. Insured. Commercial/Residential. Interior/Exterior. Wood finishing, Enameling, Custom Texturing, Water Damage, Wallpaper Removal. Deck Refinishing. Quality conscious perfectionist! Estimates/Consultation
Steve Ries, 612-481-8529
Best Drywall LLC Serving SW Metro 18 yrs. Small crew/no subs/ painting. New Const/ Basements/ Repair. BBB Reg/Ins/Free Est. All work guaranteed Mic 612-685-0476 bestdrywallminnesota.com
952-448-3761 No wall too small
KREUSER ROOFING, INC. 952-492-3842 952-412-4718(cell) Storm damage repairs Defective shingle claims Family owned & operated Thousands of satisfied customers Professional and Courteous
•Roofing •Siding •Windows
952-882-8888 Call today for your Free Inspection! Family Owned & Operated www.capstonebros.com Lic# 20609967
Lic# 20632183
ROOFING
Discounted fabrics... drapes, bedspreads, residential/ commercial. 38 years' experience. 952-447-4655
Monnens Custom Builders Roofing/ Additions New Construction Siding/ Windows Locally owned 20 + Years Jim's Cell: 612-859-4618 Mike's Cell: 612-859-4620 952-496-0921 Lic. 4960
Why Wait Roofing LLC Offering best extended manufacturers warranty! Tear-offs, Re-roofs, Siding & Gutters, New Construction Insurance Specialist Over 18 years experience FREE ESTIMATES Rodney Oldenburg Cell # 612-210-5267 952-443-9957 Lic. ID-20156835
UPHOLSTERY
Let us know how we can earn your business. (952)873-6078 Roofing Windows OSiding ORemodeling
SCORE BIG!
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Locally Owned & Operated Licensed & Insured #20631439
Regal Enterprises, Inc. Roofing, siding, windows, gutters. Insurance work. Since 1980. regalenterprisesinc.net 952-201-4817
SIDING/GUTTERS Grade A Gutters, competitive prices, free estimates. Since 1991. 952448-9943
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LABORER Mudjacking company needs reliable, hard working individual to fill laborer position. Start immediately. 40+ hrs/wk. No experience necessary. $10/hour. Savage: 612-919-6559 MEDIUM DUTY TRUCK TECH Clean well established shop has opening for experienced, motivated tech. Frahm's Auto & Truck Repair, Savage. Call Doug 952-890-1890 Prep Cook, PT/FT, all duties. Excellent attendance, communication & basic math skills. Background check required. We offer 401k plan and discount meals. 105 W. 2nd St., Chaska. Apply within. No phone calls. SHIPPING PICKER/PACKER MAMAC Systems, Inc., a global manufacturer of HVAC and industrial sensors, has an opening in their high volume shipping area. Position is responsible for ensuring accuracy in selecting and pulling product for customers. Must have the ability to lift 60 pounds and work at a fast pace on your feet all day. 100% accuracy in picking and packing is expected. Require quality conscious, productive attitude and excellent attendance. E.O.E. Hours: 9:30am -6:00pm Mon-Fri. Send resume to: MAMAC Systems, Inc. 8189 Century Blvd. Chanhassen, MN 55317 Phone: (952)556-4900 Email: hr@mamacsys.com
Instructional Aide Multi-tasking duties; support teaching staff with classroom management and academic assistance to high school aged special education students. M-F, 8am2:30pm. $12.50/hr. + benefits. Application available at: www.cseced.org Carver-Scott Educational Cooperative Chaska MN 55318 EOE Junior High Football & Volleyball Coaches needed in Jordan. E-mail; jvizenor@jordan.k12. mn.us. Positions open until filled. Newspaper Route Delivery-Star Tribune Shakopee, Chaska, Waconia area motor routes. Immediate openings weekend (Sat/Sun), Waconia/ Mayer. Bi-weekly paychecks. Minimum requirements 18 years old & dependable transportation. For information, apply online: chaskadelivery.com EOE
Program Counselor, Sleep Counselor at Thomas Allen Inc. in Shakopee. Hours: E/O Saturday from 4pm10pm and 10pm-10am, E/O Sunday from 8am4pm. Must have high school diploma/GED, Driver's license, clean record. Previous experience working with DD preferred but not required. Email resume to: Crystalh@ thomasalleninc.com
Part-Time
Boats/Motors
RN Needed Knowledge of home health. Very pt work Flexible schedule Pay rate $22.00/hr. Please fax resume attn: Gay 952-746-5738 or email: gdeleeuw@136mbk.com
Veterinarian Technician- PT 2:30pm-close, Mon-Fri. 1 Sat/ mth. Assisting vet with appointments, lab work, taking x-rays. Shakopee Veterinary Clinic: 952-445-4765 WACONIA VETERINARY CLINIC Person with ability to multi task at front desk of a busy veterinary clinic. Duties include reception tasks, phone communications and data entry, sales transactions and much more. 25-30 hours per week. Monday through Friday and every other Saturday. Flexibility in schedule a plus. Submit resume to Waconia Veterinary Clinic. Attn: Kathy kswaconiavet @embarqmail.com or fax 952-442-2291
Sales Positions INSIDE SALES- calling business owners nationwide from our Jordan office. Nice office, great pay! Call Vern Schwartz, 612-810-8097
TRANSPORTATION All-Terrain Vehicles
2002 Larson 19' FishNSki, SEI 190, 135 HP Outboard, stored indoors. $11,900.00 or BO, NADA guide suggested $13,945.00, Jon 612-730-8116
2006 Crestliner Lsi Angler 2285. Lots of extras. 60 HP Mercury 4 stroke and dual axle trailer. $22,800 763360-6251
94 Starcraft, 17ft. Aluminum. Walleye, Bass ½ Console 75hp. Mariner & 8hp. Kicker. $6500. 612-554-6725 or bsehlers3242@gmail.com
Campers Travel Trailers
Campers Travel Trailers
1996 Itasca Suncruiser Motorhome. Class A, 39'. Excellent condition, shedded at all times/ winterized. Loaded! 29,300 actual miles. $35,000/BO. 507-6656019
2007 27' Colorardo RL 5th Wheel, 2 Slide $29,500 or best offer. 507-934-4834 M-F after 5:30
Dutchman Camper 2002- 28ft. Excellent condition. Sleeps 6-8 w/queen bed. A/C, heat, appliances, plumbing works perfect. $7800. Must see. 952-474-6230 1998 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 36' motorhome, great condition, sleeps 6, 60,000 miles, $31,900 or best offer. Call Gary at 952492-1129.
2001 Camper, 5th wheel 2 slideouts, golfcart, shed $14,500. Excellent condition. Parked on beautiful wooded lot in Zumbrota, MN 612-7208683/ 612-599-0184
2001 Cycle mate CM2000 Motorcycle trailer. Excellent condition. Used twice. $750. 952-836-4652
2003 Harley Softtail Deuce Anniversary model. 5500 miles. $13,000. 952-447-4280
Motorcycles
Motorcycles
2005, 125cc gas scooter. Bought new in '06. 1500 miles, in excellent shape. 85 mpg. Cash, no trades. $1000. 952233-3322
Honda style 2007 JMST 250cc Scooter. 1329 miles, original owner, 80 mpg, 4 stroke 2 passenger, $2900.00, call Ray 952-402-9110
Sporting Goods 2005 black Yamaha R6, 6,000 miles. Yoshimurd customized exhaust. With OEM cover & tank bra. $5,500. 952-3610142 1994 Harley Heritage Softtail, 26300k, all service records avail, extra set of pipes. $7500. Call Mike @ 612-309-6737
2000 Harley Davidson 883 Sportster, wife's bike, never rode, must go. 1300 miles, Lots, lots of extras, mint! $7000. 952-890-0905
Hydro Stream Vegas. 20'. 200 HP+++. Complete restoration. 5 passenger. A real head turner! $8,900 or all trades welcome. 952215-5421
Motorcycles
CASH$$ We buy guns SPORTS STOP Shakopee 952-445-5282
Cars
2005 Kawasaki 1600 Vulcan Classic with Vance & Hines pipes. New tires. 10,895 miles. Mint condition. $5900 Call (952) 934-7358 2008 Scooter, blue, like new, $1,500. 952-6412719
$$ Paid for Junkers/ Repairables FREE TOW. Immediate pickup. Serving Carver/ Scott counties. 952-220-TOWS, 24/7 $$ Wanted $$ JUNK CARS Viking Auto Salvage 651-460-6166 $$$ CASH FOR $$$ Cars and Trucks 952-239-2598
Campers Travel Trailers
PT ReceptionistShakopee Veterinary Clinic
Part-Time Bartender, PT. Apply in person 1201 3rd Ave E, Shakopee VFW. Breakfast Bar Attendant 5 days/week Includes Weekends 6AM - 11AM Apply in Person Holiday Inn Express Chanhassen Cashier/ Stock, 10-20 hrs/ week. Apply in person: Viking Liquor, 16290 Hwy. 13, Prior Lake. Independent Living Support Specialist Shakopee. Part-time Afternoons, evenings, weekends. $10.25/hr. email: Jobs@rudolphcc.com
We a re looking for a part time evening Receptionist. The hours would consist of Monday thru Thursday 3pm until close (~6:30pm), and one Saturday a month. The job responsibilities would include checking in appointments, answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, record keeping, filing records, dispensing medication and pet food, checking out appointments, and giving basic post-surgery discharge instructions. If you are interested in the position please mail, fax, or drop off resume to the clinic: Shakopee Veterinary Clinic 12675 Marystown Rd., Shakopee, MN 55379 Fax- 952-445-3341 If there are any further questions, please call us at 952-445-4765.
Come Work for the Shakopee Community Center! Now accepting applications for the following part-time positions:
2007 Suzuki Eiger 400. Only 170 miles. Warn winch, ITP mud tires, lift kit. Great condition!! $3500 952-994-1291
Boats/Motors
1981 Sea Nymph 16' fish/ ski boat, 1989 Evinrude 60hp tracker, Spartan trailer, trolling motor, livewells, locators, anchormates, pedestal seats. $3500. 952-445-5473
1992 Vibo 21' Hexagon pontoon. Low hrs. 2 motors. '96 Merc 90HP + 9.9. Marine radio. Trailer. Clean. $10,500. 952934-3902
1987 31' Pathfinder Motorhome. $5,000/ BO. 952-496-2243
1991 Fleetwood Southwind Motorhome, Class A, 33ft. Only 38k miles! Smooth runner, fully loaded, sleeps 6, hydraulic leveler, $10,500, 612-669-4172
Use our ‘Garage Sale Finder’ to find all the sales in the area! Go to any of our newspaper websites and click on ‘Garage Sales’
1992 Fleetwood. 107K, 454 gas motor, hydraulic leveler system. fully equipped! Well maintained! $10,900. John, 952-474-9713
Learn-to-Skate Instructors N Recreation Leaders Water Safety Instructors (WSI) N Lifeguards Fitness Instructors N Personal Trainers For more information and an application, visit: www.ci.shakopee.mn.us/employment.cfm or call (952) 233-9320 / TTY#: (952) 233-3837
2001, 17ft. Starcraft, 90HP, Mercury. Excellent condition. $9,000 952-890-2630
2004 41' SportsCoach Elite. Fully equipped. 23,000K. Well-maintained. 3 slides. $100,000. 952-797-6264
powered by Print/online package can be renewed until auto sells, all for the best deal price of $39. To place your ad, go to www.imarketplace.mn/autos or call (952) 345-3003.
Cars
1972 rare triple black 'Cuda, with high compression 340 HP. 727 slapstick tranny. Posirearend, PS, bucket seats, Recession reduced!! $42,500. 612804-4074
1976 Classic Cadillac Convertible. Low mileage. 8 cyl. 440 engine. Complete facts available by calling. 559-435-3751
Cars
1986 BMW 528e, sunroof, 5 speed, 4 door, 2.7L, good tires, good body. Reduced to $1,250. 952-426-5657
1988 Chev Monte Carlo SS T-Top, 305 HO Engine, original, fast, 69K, stored, like new. $9,900 or b/o. 952-445-6533, Gale
Cars
1988, Cadillac Eldorado 78,000 miles. All original, with maintenance records. $6500. b/o 952233-2148
1998 Dodge Stratus, 6 cyl, AT. 156K. $1,500. 952-445-6173
Cars
Cars
2000 Jaguar XJR. Well maintained. $9700 Silver and black interior, 83,000 miles. Call 612655-6680
Lincoln LS, 2003 Sedan. Original owner. Premium sound system, heated/cooling seats, keyless entry. Brand new tires. Excellent condition. $7991 612-5542405
2007 Ford Focus. 5 speed, manual. 37 MPG 19k + miles. One owner, $10,500. 612-8400884
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Trucks
1964 Chevy C20, 350 engine, 350 auto tranny, every bolt, nut, part replaced, or sandblasted and painted. 8K. REDUCED- $12,500. 952913-7808
1993 Ford Ranger, extended cab, topper, 102,000 miles. V6 AT. Great mileage, cold air, runs good. $2500. or b/o. 952-447-8169
Trucks
2004 Chevy Silverado Z71 Ext. Cab. 77,XXX perfect cond. Loaded, leather, Bose, 6Disc, Topper and many xtras. $15,700 B/O 612-2030804
Vans
2000 Ford Windstar LX 7 Passenger Van, 133,349 Miles. $2,250. 6 Cyl Engine, Automatic Runs and drives great. Craig 952-368-9689
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GARAGE SALES AUCTIONS Crafters & Vendors Wanted Vendors wanted: Flea Market. Shepherd of the Hill Church Festival, 9/24, outdoors. Hwy 41/ Engler, Chaska. Info: 952-448-3882
Chanhassen Sales Fri. & Sat. Aug. 5 & 6. 8am to 4pm. Garage sale. College stuff, furniture, HH, clothes, books. Cash only. No early sales, please. 8130 Marsh Dr. HUGE SALE! Thurs-Fri, 8/4-5, 9am-4pm. Sat. 8/6, 9am-12noon. HH, antiques, mens/ womens/ girls/ baby clothes+, electronics. 2 much 2 miss! 2030 Boulder Rd
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Fri/Sat. 8/5-8/6 Fri 8-3., Sat, 8-1. GREAT SALE! 1355 Wildflower Lane (crossroads Audobon & Pioneer Trail). Curio cabinet, highchairs, desk, computer desk, diningroom table & chairs, much more!
Garage Sale- Designer clothes, women & children's, HH, toys, etc. 19008 Broadmoore Dr. (north end of Dell Rd off Joseph Curve) Fri-Sat. 8/5-6, 8am-3pm
Multiple Family Garage/ Moving Sale: Thurs-Fri, 8/4-5, 9am-5pm. Sat. 8/6, 9am-12noon. Child (boys) BR dresser set, clothing (childrenadult), other HH goods. 19411 Towering Oaks Tr.
14th Annual Sale- we've moved from 907 Fuller to 2124 Halli Rd. New location, same HUGE sale & deals. Wed, 8/10, 10am-7pm. Thurs, 8/11, 9am-5pm. Fri. 8/12, 9am-?
Thurs, Fri, Sat, 8/4-8/6 8am-4pm. Saturday 8am-2pm. Tons of kids clothes 0-4T, HH items, furniture, Xbox,N64 and more. Don't miss this sale! 1104 Danube Ave
GARAGE SALE: Home Interior, Silk Plants, Furniture, TVs, Dishes, Christmas Decorations, Exercise Equipment, Stereo, Computer components. Moving! Must sell! 8-5pm, Thurs., 8/11, Fri. 8/12, Sat., 8/13. 1676 Isabella Parkway
Multi Family 8/5, 8/6. Friday 8-6pm, Saturday 8-3pm. Car topper, maple desk, HH, crafts, skates, toys, dolls, puzzles. Star Wars. 6353 Whispering Oaks Dr. Thur-Sat. Aug 4,5,6 Th. 8-5pm, F/S 8-1pm. QUALITY Don't Miss this one! Books, Bikes, Garden, HH, Toys, Sports, Clothes, Firepit, Closet Wine Rack + MORE! Cash & carry. 10252 Meade Lane
Thurs & Fri August 1112 8am-6pm 4308 Bass St. HH, adult clothing, lots of misc. Thursday, Friday Aug 4 & 5 8:00-5:00pm 5968 Flandrau Cir SE, Furniture, clothing, bikes, carrier, toys & more
Multi Family Sale Wednesday 8/10- Friday 8/12 8-5pm. HH items, kids items, furniture, much more! 15204 Oak Ridge Circle
Huge Home Moving Sale Thursday 8/4 76pm. Snowblower, bedroom set, couches, refrigerator, kitchen table, TV's, pool table, office desk + much more. 2161 Elsberry Curve
Garage Sale at 1480 Spinnaker Road. Thursday, Aug. 4. 10a.m.2p.m. Lots of toys and girls clothes (mostly infants through 12 mos); some household items and adult apparel.
Savage Sales
Prior Lake Sales Thurs, Fri. Aug 4-5. 84pm. Nice selection of vintage & retro collectibles from retired dealer. Priced to sell! 623 6th St. - off Stoughton
Waconia Sales
Moving Sale Thursday 8/4, Friday 8/5, 8-4pm. Saturday 8/6, 8-noon. Yard items, HH, clothing. Toro lawn mower, golf equipment. 13954 Aquila Court
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1,092, new, 4mil antistatic, polyethylene bags. All for $100. 952250-9999 13" color T.V. & remote. $10. or b/o. 952-4484907 1960's Vintage beverage set. Bartlett-Collins amber. Like-new, cash. $50. 952-564-1161 2 stools, 24". Swivel, solid oak. Excellent condition. $200. 952-4476221 2, 20" fans. $10. 952448-4907 2, Honda Civic SE, rims. Good shape, $50. 952292-7886 2, rocker recliners. Lazyboy, blue. Good condition. $125. b/o 952-447-6221 2000, Honda XR80 Runs great. Very nice. $1000 Jim 952-3569664 2003, Honda, CRF230. Excellent condition. Electric start, $1,800 Jim 952-356-9664 2004, Kenmore washer & dryer. $125. set. 952288-5695 3 piece bedroom, headboard, frame. 5 drawer dresser. $400. 952220-5051 4 blonde dining chairs w/wicker seats. $20. 952-448-7970 4 deck chairs. Removeable cushions. $20. 952440-1620 4 sale, Love bird. 13 weeks old $35. 1-612532-5660 62 vinyl records. 33's Hawaii, Polkas, German, Christmas. $50. 952-447-4577 9 can thermos. Insulated lunch duffle. Pink/brown strips. $5. 952-447-4961
Accord blown motor. 9597, V6. Good for parts,restore $200 952292-7886 Adjustable hospital bed. Great condition. Mattress included. $150. 612-839-6492 Antique steamer trunk. $20. 952-447-6933 Artificial trees, plants. Large, $75. 952-4476933 Basketball hoop, portable, adjustable, free standing. $50. 952447-8123 Beautiful kitten. Free to good home. Julie 612703-0630 Bedroom Set, 3-piece. Vintage '40s veneer. Excellent condition $250. 952-492-2660 Bike, ladies LandRider Autoshift. Never used. $350. 952-447-7396 Boat Lift/Aluminum 3200lb capacity. 108" wide, wheels. $1,300. 952-447-4423 Brother MFC-4800 laser printer, scanner, copier & fax. $25.612-3066621 Brown couch, excellent shape. Pic available. $250. or b/o 952-4673813 Canon camera lens, 3. 35mm, like new $95. 612-986-3262 Cartop, cargo carrier. Waterproof, used once. $20. 952-440-6124 Cat, adult Tabby, nice disposition, spayed, declawed, Free. 952-2263293 Cat, male, fixed. Serious inquiries only. Free 952-846-9853 Chair, metal, patio chair, vintage & pink. $25. 952-221-9575
Chicco Modo, music n play table. Excellent condition. $40. 952443-0186 Childrens maze, beads and cars. $15. 952-4430186 China hutch for sale. Good condition. $200. 952-890-4914 Clock, Ingraham Tambour. Antique $65. 952934-2883 Coffee table, vintage rattan, bamboo. Black with stools. $200. 952221-9575 Computer desk, oak, 4 drawers, 5'x5'x2', $75, 952-937-1681 Couch & love seat. Flexsteel, Navy. $200. or b/o. 952-881-3277 Couch, burgundy. Excellent condition. 84"x36". Stearns & Foster $150. 952-447-3538 Crib/ toddle bed, changing table, laundry basket, cherry, $100, 612240-9574 Curio cabinet, "cherry" 76"H x 18"W x 11"D $99. 952-467-2583 Custom built, oak filing cabinet. $175. 952-4485735 Custom, english oak, kitchen cabinets. 25' of cabinets, $500. 612237-1300 Danby, wine cooler. New, 35 bottle. $300. o/bo. Luke 612-2829450 Desk, metal desk with drawers. Both sides. 30X60x29. $15. 952440-3487 Desk, sturdy, oak particle board. 2 drawers, excellent. $35. 952-9345713 Dollhouse with accessories, playskool $30 952-440-7474
Dining/table, 6 chairs 2, expansion leafs, walnut color. $135. 952-8944657 Dorm refrigerator. Stainless steel. 2.8 cu.ft. Excellent condition. $65. 952-492-2965 Electric keyboard, Yamaha. Great condition. $100. or b/o 952403-9614 Electric trolling motor. Bow mount, foot controlled. $50. 952-4456204 Electric, white smoothtop stove. Good condition, $100. 952-8736732 Elegant, MOB, long black dress with beaded jacket. $150. 612-8771946 End tables. 2 gorgeous Off white, square, hexagon. $100. 952934-5713 Exercise bike, 8 yrs old. Proform 760. $50. 952447-6723 Exterior doors, 36" white steel, 6 panel window. $75. 952-895-5764
Futon frame, black metal. $20. Good condition. 952-474-4719 Futon, black metal frame, black cushion. Excellent condition. $75. 952-440-6221 German shepard puppy. Purebread, $500. 952873-2075 Goldfish pond. 3.5 x 3 feet thick rubber $20. 952-233-5333 Golf balls, Pro V1-brand new. $30. 952-412-5749
KozyPal Shopping Cart Cover, excellent condition. $20, 952-443-2409
Golf clubs, Ping Eye 2 3-SW. $175. 952-4745028 Hooked on Phonics and math. $80 both. 952440-7474 Hot tub pump. 1hp 220 volt. Filter system. $100. 952-649-7936 Hunting knife. Browning model 080, brand new. $10. 952-388-8456
Mattress & box spring. Full size, good shape. $40. 952-457-3811
Fabric cutting table. $50. 952-448-5735
iPod Nano. 4gb, pink, with earbuds. Rarely used. $45. 952-4456874 Johnson, Sea Horse 7.5 boat motor. $500. Call 952-693-1534 Kenmore, electric stove. Almond, self cleaning. $75. 952-994-3745
Fisher Price bounce & spin Zebra. Great condition. $25 952-873-5479 Foosball table, excellent condition, 48L x 24W x31H, $25. 952-9492276 Football cleats. Sizes 7 and 8 $20. 612-8455324 Free record player/radio console. Needs work. 952-496-2846 Freezer upright. TruCold. 62h X 31w X 27d $50. 952-447-4577 Fuel tank, 300 gallon with stand. Buyer pickup. $50. 612-839-7752
Hutch, to be picked up by purchaser. $50. 612-309-4888 Infinite Mind, EyeQ read and process faster. $50. 952-873-6732
Kids trampoline, w/handle. 34" square, foldable. $44. 952-8903470 Kitten, 10 weeks old. $15. 952-448-3268 Kitten, cute, cuddly. $10. 952-447-8123 Kneeboard and ski rope. Good condition. $50. firm 952-496-2846
Large curio cabinet for sale. Buyer to pickup. $300. 612-309-4888 Leather, DB sport jacket. Small, brown, very cute. $85. 952-447-8123 Little Tikes, picnic table. 38"x42", great condition $45. 952-890-3470 Mary Kay Pink Umbrella $15 cash. 952-564-1161
Mattress, box spring & frame. Standard, good condition. $50. 612-2050267 Medical scrubs, M top MT pants, M jacket. $13. 612-280-4737 New, 322 Dish receiver, dish. $100 or b/o. 952448-4907 Organ, Technics EX 35, record, playback, many extras. $125. 952-4457207 Pistol, Makarov, 9MM. Semi-automatic holster 150 rounds ammunition. $320. 952-446-8737 PlayStation2 console w/memory card & games. $45 952-4573811 works! Pneumatic, Cleco, mod E4, pistol grip rivet gun. $75. 952-368-3808 Pneumatic, Dotco mod 12l1200-36 angle grinder. 12000rpm, vgc $135. 952-368-3808 Queen bed. Pillow top. Box spring, metal frame. $400. 952-484-8215 Rear cargo carrier. Fits 2" receiver. $25. or b/o 952-448-4907 Stainless steel trash. $25. 952-292-7886
Refrigerator, Fridgedaire, 7 c.f., good condition, $80, 952-8982692 Rotary desk telephone. Beige, $5. 952-4474961 Scooter, mobility. Rally. $500. Good condition. 952-474-4719 ShoreMaster, 800lb PWC lift. $500 cash. 612-816-7445 ask for Dave. Side cab steps, for 1997-2001 Ford F150. $125; 612-237-1300 Smokey glass, dining table with 4 chairs. 42" $30. 952-200-5068 Sofa sleeper, Cibola Cocoa leather. Queen, good condition, $400. 952-447-6221 Sofa sleeper, queen, good condition, $75, 952-937-1681 Table, 6 chairs. Light oak, 38X60 1-18"leaf. Great $300. 612-3609370 Toddler bed with mattress. Cherry finish. $60. 952-873-5479 Toolboxes for truck. 8 ft. sidemount, black, locks. $150. 952-649-7936 Toy tractors, assorted farm equipment, antique, $85. 612-9863262 Trumpet - Bundy, Good condition, $75. Call 952934-3011 Tub, shower transfer bench, with sliding seat. $75. 952-474-4719 TV stand 50x20. Black, glass doors. Modern, Whalen/Furniture $100. 612-578-7933 Twin captains bed w/mattress. Matching lighted, hutch desk. $350. 952-974-5274
Twin size mattress, box spring, frame. No stains. $45. 952-440-6221 Two, Queen Ann end tables and coffee table. $125. 952-447-3538 Typewriter, Underwood. Antique $45. 952-9342883 Umbrella Stand, weighted, new in box, black $15, 612-991-5519 Upholstered rocking chair, tan. Excellent shape, $50. 952-4473538 White wicker, washed nightstand & chair. Excellent condition. $100. 612-877-1946 Womens, leather M Chaps & L Vest $100. 612-280-4737 Wooden bookcase 4 x 6ft. 8 shelves. $80. 612869-1458 Wooden file cabinet. Brass handle, 4 drawers. $50. 612-869-1458 Wooden Gun Cabinet, Lockable Doors, $50 612-991-5519 Yorkie, male, 5 months. Sweet & playful. $250. 952-445-2515
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THRESHERS FESTIVAL
After the township of Eden Prairie was organized in 1858, the school board appointed James Gamble superintendent of the common schools. He defined the boundary lines of the four original school districts, Gould School in District 56, Anderson School in District 55, Wolf School in District 57 and Jarrett School in District 54 in 1860. Gamble served as superintendent until 1864. In 1930, Sherman Mitchell was not only the superintendent but the history teacher, boys basketball coach and substitute bus driver along with carrying out his duties as superintendent. Mitchell was superintendent from 1930 to 1940 at the Eden Prairie Consolidated School of School District No. 141. Source: Eden Prairie – The First 100 Years by Helen Anderson
This date in EP history Aug. 3, 1888– The bugs have ruined M.S. Staring’s wheat crop. Source: “Eden Prairie Book of Days” by Ernie Shuldheiss
Turn back the page PHOTOS BY DAVID SCHUELLER
Gas pumps, old collectibles and Model T automobiles, and other items of interest are planned for this Model T garage, which will open at the Scott Carver Threshers Festival.
American ingenuity at work Scott Carver Threshers capitalize on 35-W bridge construction to build Model T garage BY DAVID SCHUELLER dschueller@swpub.com
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aste not, want not. When giant forms used to make the concrete pillars of the new Interstate 35W bridge showed up at an auction across the street from the Scott Carver Threshers’ land, members seized an opportunity. They bought more than 20 of the forms made of plywood and boards, each measuring about 8 feet by 40 feet. Threshers club members took them apart, and used the plywood in a new building that will open at this year’s Scott Carver Threshers Festival, held Aug. 5-7 in St. Lawrence Township, near Jordan. Scott Carver Threshers members take interest in engines, tractors, old automobiles, and other oldtime items that they collect, sometimes restore, and show at the festival. For member Stan Riegert of Eden Prairie, the new shop is a dream come true. He said he’s wanted a Model T shop since he joined the club in 1989. “I’m thrilled to death – never felt better about something in my life,” Riegert said. “It’s really going to be pretty, really going to be nice inside, when I get it all done.” Last week, members were adding the finishing touches to the building. Four or five members who are near or in their 70s spent the past year building the garage, along with the occasional help of eight or 10 other members. Scott Carver Threshers member Dallas Plekkenpol of Shakopee was one of the handful of members who put the most time into the new garage. “It was fun. A lot of work, but fun,” Plekkenpol said. He said the club used the plywood for the garage, and used the boards to replace the floorboards in wagons. “We took it all apart, salvaged every bit of it,” Plekkenpol said. And those weren’t the only uses of the forms, which included treated plywood. “A lot of guys bought them and took them up North, set them down, and built cabins on them,” Plekkenpol said.
This 1929 antifreeze can was added to the Model T garage by Dallas Plekkenpol of Shakopee.
This model beat all the real ones to the garage. About 15 Model T autos are heading to the Scott Carver Threshers Festival, and will be in the parade, too.
Head to the Scott Carver Threshers Festival, and you may feel you’ve jumped back in time. What: 48th annual Scott Carver Threshers Festival, including old-time engines When: 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Aug. 5-6; 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7 Where: across Fairview Lane from the Scott County Fairgrounds, 7151 W. 190th St. Lawrence Township, near Jordan Cost: $8 for the weekend, children under 12 free Info: (952) 492-2062 or scottcarverthreshers.org They don’t make them like this anymore. This old can for “extra heavy” oil will be in the garage.
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It takes only hours for the corn for the Eden Prairie Lions Corn Feed to make it from the field to the table.
Dates to remember Tour de Tonka – 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug 6, begins at Minnetonka High School Lions Corn Feed – 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 6, Round Lake Pavilion Red Cross Blood Drive – 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 13, Gander Mountain in Eden Prairie For more information, see the Let’s Go! Calendar on page 14.
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See the engines
RISE OF THE AUTO The allure of the Model T may be that it was one of the first cars available for a large number of people to buy for a reasonable price. “That got them to town a little faster. When they wanted to go visiting, they didn’t have to be freezing so long,” Plekkenpol said. The Model T garage came about nicely for Riegert, who was bound and determined to get one done at some point. “I always wanted a Model T shop. Either I was going to build it at my house or somewhere along the road somewhere,” Riegert said. Riegert plans to show his Model T, which has suicide doors that gave medics an easier in-out, he said. “I have a 1923 Model T doctor’s coupe,” Riegert said. About 15 Model T cars will be rolling to the new garage, from collectors around the greater Twin Cities area. Many of them drive to the show in their old-time cars. But don’t expect to see them on Highway 169. Their top speed is usually around 40 or 45 mph – perfect gawking speed. “People, actually, if they see them, they’ll pull over and let these guys by and look at them,” Riegert said.
In August 1981, Eden Prairie Center advertised special deals that could be found at the mall during that week. During the week of Aug. 12, 1981, Toys Plus offered a coupon for Crayola Crayons for 77 cents, limit two. Gallenkamp Shoes offered a deal for selected Leather Sport Oxfords for $21.90, a discount of $5.09. The Gap advertised that all customers that brought in the coupon would “receive a free throwing disc with any purchase.” Jewel mart offered coupon-holders a deal on an 18-inch, 14K gold Serpentine chain for $44.99, regularly priced $89.50. At Pipe Den, a coupon would get customers a free matching Charatan tool with each Charatan pipe purchase. Kinderfoto offered 25 percent off 5 by 7 portrait seasonal cards. Gordons Jewelers advertised for 25 percent off non-diamond wedding bands. The Famous Chocolate Chip Cookie Store offered one dollar off a pound of any of their famous cookies, and Fanny Farmer advertised that their candy bars were three for one dollar. New Horizons Child Care Center discounted their childcare to $1.50 per hour for up to four hours of drop-in care. The offers were valid from Aug. 1925, 1981, with the coupon only.
Stan Riegert of Eden Prairie will see his wish – of opening a Model T garage – come true. “I like old cars. I just like the idea of an old car and an old repair shop,” Riegert said.