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or CeAnne Becker and Laura Kaczmarek, Eden Prairie’s domestic partnership registry is about more than fi lling out a form. “It makes me feel like Eden Prairie cares about us,” said Kaczmarek. She and Becker were the fi rst to sign the registry since it became available Thursday. The City Council approved an ordinance establishing a domestic partnership registry during its previous meeting. All council members voted for the ordinance with the exception of Brad Aho, who said the city should focus on public safety, infrastructure and parks, not social issues. The ordinance provides “a means by which unmarried, committed couples who reside in Eden Prairie and who share a life and home together may document their relationship,” according to the council documents.
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A certificate like the one pictured will arrive at the couple’s Eden Prairie address in a few days. Eden Prairie is the 18th city in Minnesota to offer a domestic partnership registry.
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(From left) CeAnne Becker and Laura Kaczmarek sign up for the city’s domestic partnership registry. The couple, who married in Canada, wanted to be the first to sign up for the registry. The first day to sign up for the domestic partnership registry was Thursday.
EP Fire Department members find out they’re the wind beneath Jared Allen’s wings in NFL commercial BY KARLA WENNERSTROM editor@edenprairienews.com
Assistant Fire Chief Steve Koering said he got the message that “one of the Vikings is going to do a presentation.” Little did Eden Prairie firefighters at Fire Station 1 know that they would be serenaded by Vikings defensive end Jared Allen in his uniform – and a black cowboy hat. Chief George Esbensen got the call fi rst. “We’re doing this program,” he was told. “We’re surprising season ticket holders and we’d like to surprise a bunch of your fi refighters, too.” Esbensen said he had meetings so he delegated the secret-keeping to Koering. “The NFL came up with this idea of thanking their fans for supporting them,” Koering said. The NFL commercial with the theme “We Play for You,” features players from the Carolina Panthers, Miami Dolphins, St. Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs also serenading fans. Koering said he didn’t know
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At Fire Station 1 when Jared Allen made his surprise visit were (back row): Jessica Meuwissen, Matt Adie, Ward Parker, Jared Allen, Tony Liddell, Mark Vandenberghe; (front row) Kimberly Cox, Jeff Dezenski, Rik Berkbigler, Scott Taylor, Jake Savat and Steve Koering.
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how they picked the Eden Prairie Fire Department, although they have worked together with the Vikings on various events at the Winter Park facility. “I’m glad that they picked us.” Allen visited the fire station on Dec. 28.
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Allen was outside. He sang Bette Midler’s “Wind Beneath My Wings.” “They were shocked and amazed,” Koering said of the EPFD. “It’s one of those things you really can’t believe. … Then as quickly as they came, they left.” Firefighter Tony Liddell added that it was almost as quick as the commercial itself. One version of the commercial on YouTube clocks in at about a minute, with Liddell shaking Allen’s hand at about the 56-second mark. Firefighter Scott Taylor called it Liddell’s one second of fame. “We were the only ones without
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Eden Prairie Reads announces March 19 event Eden Prairie Reads recently revealed its selection of Suzanne Collins’ acclaimed novel The Hunger Games as the community read for 2012. “ T he volu nteer com mittee is planning an evening of activities centered around the themes of the novel: social justice, balance of power, survival literature and humanity,” according to a news release. The 2012 Eden Prairie Reads event is set for 6 - 8 : 30 p.m. Monday, March 19, at the International School of Minnesota, 6385 Beach Road, Eden Prairie. It’s perfect timing as the movie, starring Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson, is scheduled to be released on March 23. “We believe that the unique combination of the food drive, simulation game, eating experience and community panel and discussion will be a great exploratory experience for our community,” says Rebecc a Timmins, Eden Prairie Reads’ volunteer chair, in a news release. “These activities will help us to discuss universal
Previous books “Neither Wolf nor Dog” by Kent Nerburn in 2004 “Ordinary People” by Judith Guest in 2005 “Population: 485” by Michael Perry in 2006 “The Things They Carried” by Tim O’Brien in 2007 “The Weight of All Things” by Sandra Benitez in 2008 SUBMITTED PHOTO
“The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins is this year’s Eden Prairie Reads selection.
“Three Cups of Tea” by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin in 2009 “Animal, Vegetable, Miracle” by Barbara Kingsolver in 2010. Source: epreads.org.
themes that affect our community and each of as individuals. Each of the activities was chosen to round out the experience of reading the book.” The food drive is expected to benefit PROP. PROP Food Shelf’s mission is “to provide our neighbors in need with food and fi nancial assistance and to provide support toward self sufficiency.” More information about PROP can be found at propfood.org. “The Star Power game simulation was developed over 40
years ago, but is timeless in its educational themes and purpose. Trained facilitators will lead participants in the simulation game, designed to provide greater insight into the themes of Collins’ book,” the release said “It’s a game that simulates society,” Timmins explained. “It gives people an opportunity to experience what it feels like to be disenfranchised in society – to have very little money, or very little power, or very little control over their
own lives.” The group plans to serve a simple meal of soup and bread. “We’re having bread, which kind of plays into the story,” Timmins said. The panel discussion w i l l fe at u r e E den P r a i r ie High School student Allison Hurst; International School of Minnesota (ISM) student Tailor Nunn; an Eden Prairie High School teacher; ISM Upper School English teacher Jill Kresse; and social justice professiona ls Heat her Hackann, a St. Cloud State University professor, and Jeff Anderson, a St John’s University professor. “We invite the community to read the book and attend this exciting evening of events to share the experience of The Hunger Games with your fellow Eden Prairie community members,” the release said. More i n for mation about Eden Prairie Reads can be found at epreads.org. Eden Prairie Reads is a program designed to promote reading, encourage discussion among c om mu n it y memb er s a nd strive for a new level of connection throughout the Eden Prairie community. – Compiled by Karla Wennerstrom
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Companies pay for parking lot at Eden Wood Eden Wood Center, the Twin Cities location of Friendship Ventures, has a new paved parking lot outside the dining hall and welcome center thanks to the generosity of its supporters, according to a news release “The rustic camp, which offers year-round programming to benefit children, teens and adu lts with developmenta l and physical disabilities, has long struggled with problems related to the gravel driveways and parking lot at the site,” according to a news release. “We want to be welcoming to our participants, many of whom deal with unsteady mobility or use a wheelchair,” explained Ed Stracke, president and CEO of Friendship Ventures, in the release. “Now
their introduction right out of the car is accessibility and accommodation, which is an important fi rst impression and indication of how our programs operate.” The total cost of the paving job was a barrier to completion. “While this was identified as a necessary improvement, we just couldn’t afford it. Many of our camp and respite care participants require fi nancial assistance, so dollars for scholarships take priority,” Stracke said. F riendship Ventu res received in-kind support and donations, reducing the project cost from $20,000 to $6,000. Longtime donors and suppor ters stepped up to help with the project, including Van Sickle Allen in Plymouth,
which offered civil engineering, design work and assistance with the government review processes. Midwest Asphalt, Hopkins, provided project coordination and labor for grading and installation at a reduced cost. Tiller Corp., Maple Grove, and Gaylen Ghylin covered the cost of the asphalt mix. Matthias Fischer Foundation, AVR and MN State Curb and Gutter, Apple Valley, poured the concrete and installed curbs. C.H. Robinson, Eden Prairie, gave a grant to cover remaining expenses. “We are extremely grateful to these generous donors, who are great friends to Eden Wood Center,” Stracke said. “Their contributions greatly improve the experience we offer.”
Friendship Ventures, a privately funded nonprofit organization, offers therapeutic and recreation ser vices to nearly 3,000 children, teenagers and adults with developmental and/or physical disabilities each year. Camp and respite ca re prog ra ms a re offered at three sites: Eden Wood Center in Eden Prairie, Camp Friendship near Annandale and Camp New Hope near McGregor. Participants have autism, cerebral palsy, attention deficit disorders (ADD/ ADHD), Down syndrome, sight or hearing impairment, physical disabilities or a combination of development a l a nd physica l disabi lities. In fo : friendshipventures.org or call (952) 852-0101 or (800) 450-8376.
Animal attack prompts warning An animal attack that killed a local cockapoo named Rudy prompted the city of Eden Prairie to highlight information on its Facebook page and website for residents with small dogs that go outside. “We don’t know for sure if it was a coyote,” said Communications Coordinator Katie Beal. “It certainly could be, but it could be one of many other wild animals.” Beal said the city receives 30 to 40 reports of sightings of coyotes each year, with six to 10 attacks on domestic animals reported. She said the animals are usually spotted in the city’s nature preserve areas. “There’s never been a report of a coyote attack on a human in Minnesota,” Beal said the DNR reports. The city offers the following tips:
I Do not leave pet food or garbage outside. I Do not intentionally feed coyotes. I Do not leave dogs or cats outside unattended for long periods of time. I Pets should be leashed and attended when walking in any recreational area. I If you confront a coyote, shout or make some other loud noise to frighten the animal away.
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Sen. Rick Santorum to speak at Grace Church Rick Santorum, former senator of Pennsylvania and current candidate in the 2012 Republican Party presidential primary, is scheduled to speak during the 9:30 a.m. worship service at Grace Church in Eden Prairie on Sunday, Feb. 5, according to a news release from the
church. Grace Church is at 9301 Eden Prairie Road in Eden Prairie at the southeast corner of Pioneer Trail and Eden Prairie Road, one mile west of F lying Cloud Airpor t. For directions, go to www. atgrace.com/directions or call (952) 224-3180.
GOVERNMENT MEETINGS The following are local government meetings in Eden Prairie. Meetings are held at Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road, unless otherwise indicated.
Thursday, Feb. 2 Monday, Feb. 6 Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission – 7 p.m., Council Chamber.
Thursday, Feb. 9 Human Rights And Diversity Commission – 7 p.m., Housing & Human Services office in the lower level of Eden Prairie Center mall.
Monday, Feb. 13 Arts and Culture Commission – 7 p.m., Prairie Room. Planning Commission – 7 p.m., Council Chamber.
Tuesday, Feb. 14 S chool Boa rd Meet i ng – The board meets at 6 p.m. (workshop starts at 4 p.m.) in the Administrative Services Center, 8100 School Road. Those wishing to comment at a meeting are asked to call or email the superintendent’s office in advance of the meeting at brendahaynes@edenpr.org / (952) 975-7115 or jsasse@edenpr.org / (952) 975-7015. Source: City meeting calendar, edenpr.org.
ander Bakke of Mounds View at 1:23 a.m. Jan. 23, but Bakke kept driving, at about 50 mph on Highway 169. After more than five miles, the car fi nally pulled over on Minnetonka Boulevard, according to the complaint. A search revealed a small amount of marijuana and a pipe. According to the report, Bakke said “he had seen the officer behind him, but that he thought the officer was trying to pull over someone else.” Bakke has been charged with fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle (a felony) and possession of a small amount of marijuana (a petty misdemeanor). Charged in jewelry theft – Joy Francis Melin of Mound, Minn., has been charged with felony theft over $ 5,000 and receiving stolen property in a jewelry theft. A resident of F ranlo Road repor ted that jewelry had been stolen from the home after she moved into an assisted living senior center.
She suspected Melin, who had a key to the home. The jewelry was found to have been sold on Sept. 10 to Wedding Day Diamonds in Eden Prairie, revealed through a search of the “Automated Pawn System.” Melin is not in custody. Ch a rged w it h t hef t of veh icle – Sadeya Na r na le Rodriguez of Minneapolis has been charged with felony theft of a motor vehicle and theft of a rental motor vehicle after an incident in Eden Prairie. O n Ja n. 1 2 , when of f ic er s responded to a call of a possible shoplifting group at Von Maur in Eden Prairie Center, they found a Nissan Cube that was said to be associated with the theft. An officer ran the registration and learned the vehicle was stolen. Rodriguez got into the driver’s seat, and was taken into custody. The c a r h ad b e en rente d f rom Enterprise Rental in Brooklyn Park on Sept. 30, but not returned.
Precinct caucuses set in EP Political party precinct caucuses are set for Tuesday, Feb. 7. The DFL in Senate District 42 will caucus at Eden Prairie High School at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7. Democrats are set to cast a presidential preference ballot, select convention delegates, debate party platform and elect precinct chairs. For more info, visit www.dfl.org. The Republican Party is set to meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7, in the East Commons of Eden Prairie High School. The group plans a straw poll for the GOP nominee and recommendations for the party platform. To fi nd your precinct, visit http://pf.mngop.com/. Precinct caucuses are open to the public and are
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SEND US YOUR … Leap-year celebration stories Does your birthday or wedding anniversary fall on a leap year day – that extra day inserted at the end of February every fourth year? One of those extra days is coming up: Feb. 29, 2012. If your birthday or anniversary falls on Feb. 29, and your calendar anomaly prompts you to hold a unique or atypical celebration every four years, we’d like to hear about it. What’s your best leap-year celebration story?
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The Gould family of Eden Prairie This year I would business during the like to give a brief war. Afterwards, he summary of the started the Crest Ice pioneer families Cream Co. Ida was in Eden Prairie, next and married including which Hugh Dugan in 1912. country they are Harold enlisted from. in the Marines in I would like to May of 1917 when start with the Gould he was 21 and was family, which is from sent to Paris Island. the eastern states. He was overseas by Aaron Gould and September and killed his wife, Matilda Oct. 6. PRAIRIE PIONEERS Channel, were born Charles was born in New York and in 1867 in Eden were the parents Prairie. He had a of two sons and two daughters. beautiful baritone voice and played Aaron was a well-educated man the piano, the same piano which and believed in a good education his children and grandchildren for everyone. He owned 320 acres have used. He was a salesman of land in Eden Prairie and gave 40 working for Janney, Semple Hill of them to the School Board for a & Co., and then went to Northrup, new school, which they named the King & Co., a seed firm. He also Gould School. It was located at the represented a commission house corner of Pioneer Trail and Eden for fruit buyers in Minneapolis. He Prairie Road, where the Marshalls’ had a large territory and was gone Market is now. from home a great deal. Aaron served two terms in In 1905, he died of a heart attack the state Legislature and hired in South Dakota at the age of 37. help to run his farm. He died in Charles left enough money for his April of 1892 and Matilda died on widow to build a house, which she Christmas Eve, about the turn of had built on 39th and Aldrich in the century. Minneapolis. Ida and Harold lived Aaron’s son, Charles, and Lola with their mother in this house but Mabel Hill were married in 1886 in Aaron was working in Spokane. Eden Prairie. They were the parents Marie Wittenberg is an Eden of three children. Aaron was the Prairie historian and author, whose oldest and worked as a railway clerk, columns appear regularly in the then went into the powdered milk Eden Prairie News.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE
Give the ice a try The other week, two of my three children were pictured within an article on a family skating event called Rock on Ice. First, I wanted to thank the city for putting on yet another family friendly event. And second, I wanted to thank the Eden Prairie skating coaches for their excellent teaching and programming. All three of my children have taken tot and youth skating classes at the Eden Prairie Community Center and as a result we are able to enjoy skating as a family activity. So thank you Beth, Mr. Chris, Judy, Tracy and all the staff for your dedication to your sport and the ice. Young or old, if you haven’t laced up those skates in a while I encourage you to sign up for a class and give the ice a try. We are fortunate to have such a wonderful year-round skating facility for our use.
Katie Sandum Eden Prairie
Responds to partnership registry Regarding the City Council’s vote on the domestic partnership registry: I’m committed to my grandmother, do I need to register? This seems to be a political move in my estimation. I’m just sayin’ …
Jan Sotebeer Eden Prairie
POLITICS
Questions Stensrud letter This letter is in response to the letter posted by Rep. Kirk Stensrud in the Eden Prairie News on Jan. 26, 2012. Kirk Stensrud begins his letter by addressing the need for “reform.” I have the feeling this is the latest Republican euphemism for: 1. Increasing the tax burden on the poor and middle class. 2. Cutting public services. 3. Helping the rich avoid paying their fair share. He begins the letter by stating that he wants to “eliminate duplication” (read as cut public workers and therefore increase middle-class unemployment), and “... stop performing unnecessary practices ...” (read as cut services the rich do not benefit from). “Our state is still trying to adjust to our recession, years behind the private sector in making commonsense improvements” (read as gutting environmental and consumer protections). “That will leave us with fewer workers supporting a greater percentage of non-working citizens” (notice –
not retired workers but “non-working citizens.” Read as cutting Social Security benefits). “Government revenue will slow more than overall economic growth. The same crisis European countries are facing ...” (read as wanting to duplicate failed European austerity policies). Finally he talks about the bills he wants to introduce to cut costs such as the “... Capitol complex itself.” (read as cut more public workers by privatizing janitorial and security services). “... reduce the size of the executive branch ...” (read as cut even more public service workers when a Democrat is governor). “... trim the number of legislators.” (read as increase the size of inner-city metropolitan legislative districts to make them more Republican friendly). Noble sounding ideas with cynical intentions? You decide. Eden Prairie and Minnesota deserve better and more honest representation than Kirk Stensrud.
Terry F. Erickson Eden Prairie
Why liberty is important When I remember hearing David Gregory, host of the Sunday news show, “Meet the Press,” say “what has freedom done for [them],” I was amazed. I thought, at that moment, are we lost as a nation of fervent freedom lovers? Is there any way of explaining to my fellow citizens why liberty is more important to me than money to keep my house or anything else the government would “promise” to give to me? Of course with the proviso that I remember to vote for the party who gave it and of course, if I accept their largess, I would be bound to do as they require. No, as one of my historic namesakes, Patrick Henry, said, “Give me liberty or give me death.” It means that much. Some would say that such statements express no trust in one’s government. True. The more they can “do for” me the less I am required to do for myself and the more I am required to do and relinquish for the “common” good. As I often hear Dennis Prager say, “the bigger the government, the smaller the citizen.” Our president says that the Constitution is a list of negative rights, telling us what the government may not do rather than what the government should do for us. He fails to see the benefit in this. A government which is mandated to do certain things will ascribe to itself the powers it needs by shedding from the citizenry that power in order to accomplish its mandate. History proves this. Our own federal government where it has a mandate by the Constitution to provide for the common defense, has abused its power. Whether it was a Republican such as Abraham Lincoln who suspended the right of
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habeas corpus, or a Democrat such as Franklin Roosevelt who imprisoned American-born citizens because they happened to be Japanese. The founders were right that the powers of government should be few and defi ned whereas the powers and rights of the people should many and broad. That is why we conservatives balk at the continual growth and scope of government. Because we are not ruled by angels but rather by weak and mortal humans who when they taste power, like it and want a little more and a little more. They say at fi rst it is to do more good – as they defi ne good of course. But they eventually begin to say that the good is more important than the people or their will; and ultimately, it is no longer about the people but about the dictator or oligarchy that has become drunk on the power that has been wrested from the people. For those who say that we are so far away from that so as to make all of the above ridiculous, I say that’s why the Constitution is as it is. We weren’t that far away 220-plus years ago and we’re not that far away now. Freedom is always one generation away from being lost and sometimes not even that far away.
Patrick Poisson Eden Prairie Editor’s note: Poisson is a vice chair of the Senate District 42 Republican Party.
Decide direction of country On Tuesday, Feb. 7, 6:30 pm, at the Eden Prairie High School, we as a community will help decide what direction our country and our state will take. Democrats will gather on one side of the high school and Republicans will gather on the opposite side. (There is the possibility for a lot of confusion, so please be patient and polite.) Which direction do we go? How do we come together as a nation? Republicans say they want our country to return to the days of Reagan, to overturn what President Obama has done. I believe that with Republicans in charge of our country, we will return to the days of Bush and Cheney, which Republicans will rename as a “Reagan Renaissance.” Do we want a repeat of the last decade? Our nation struggles to recover from the fi nancial collapse of 2008. What should we do to bring our economy back? Should we remove the regulations on companies to return to the same practices that caused the financial crisis? Should we stand with our neighbors against the banks and mortgage companies who find it easier to foreclose on people’s homes rather than renegotiate? (In my last letter, I compared a fictional villainous banker with today’s greedy corporate banks eagerly
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The sentimental mask of Facebook
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and history. Without a doubt, I am sentimental about my past. Maybe this comes with being in one’s 50s. It’s not a longing for the past, but a desire to acknowledge it and understand it. I am not nostalgic – I don’t yearn for those days. But I do yearn to place myself in the time continuum of my life, to understand how I fit in my own history, and to give context to who I am. Now, back to the high school class of 1975 Facebook group. Thirty-eight years have passed since I left high school. We had about 470 kids in our class. Lo and behold, George has set up a Facebook group for our class. Nearly half of us have joined so far. People are posting photos I have never seen. They are updating about who they are now, what they are doing with their lives, and what they’ve done in the intervening years. Marriages, divorces, children, losses, accomplishments. Unlike high school, being “together” on Facebook seems calm, accepting and even non-judgmental. So different from high school. Could we have grown up? We are who we are. We welcome everyone back. The fringe people don’t look fringe anymore. The
dorky kids don’t seem dorky anymore. There are people doing amazing things with their lives. There are gay, lesbian, straight people. There are Democrats, Republicans, Independents. We are on equal footing. I began to feel oddly connected to them. Our past was once joined in time and place. But then. As suddenly as one person writing and hitting the “post” button, it changed. Something became unloosed. It turns out we are 470 people who just happen to have gone to the same high school. Some don’t like that there are gay people in our class who have married. Some write about lingering anger about being bullied at school. The conversation descended into differences, not just reminiscing. We offer conciliatory words, we change the subject, and we focus on “memory lane.” But honesty has been unleashed on Facebook and we are all suddenly aware of the mask of sentimentality on our memories. There is talk of reunions. And no doubt, there will be a 40th high school reunion in a few years. But just like the dances in high school and the reunions that have happened so far – I probably won’t go. I never felt part of that group. Jody Russell is an Eden Prairie web designer, photographer and writer. Her columns appear regularly in the Eden Prairie News.
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For those of you who loved high school, don’t count me among your ranks. It wasn’t the time of my life, my glory days, or anything I’d like to re-live. I was more of a fringe person. In the ’70s, that didn’t seem so unusual. Maybe it was cool to not go to dances or graduation back then; I never felt cool, though. Given my generalized alienation from high school, one might think it surprising that I’d be even marginally interested in a Facebook group set up for the high school class of 1975 from my hometown. In fact, I was more than marginally interested – I was excited. First, a bit about Facebook. I signed up for Facebook before I knew why I would want a Facebook page. I knew it was a social media platform; however, why I needed social media to communicate eluded me. But since I generally like social things and I love to communicate, I thought it a worthwhile experiment. As more people in my age cohort signed up for Facebook, despite our kids’ protestations, I began to feel some connection. Odd connections. I became “friends” with my friends, and “friends” with my acquaintances. I even became “friends” with my friends’ friends. I saw that my friends were busier traveling and eating out and going to parties than I was. I saw that my acquaintances were still my acquaintances. And my friends’ friends were still strangers. I was still unconvinced about Facebook. Like a reunion you don’t want to go to because you feel out of place, I lingered on the fringe. What’s come into focus for me is that Facebook is a grand opportunity to connect with my past. It is the social media platform of sentimentality
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Groundhog Day began as Celtic feast BY DEANE MORRISON
A climbing sun takes some of the chill off February, and nights are still long and dark enough to see lots of wonders. This is the best month of the year to see Sirius, the brightest of stars, as it reaches its highest point in the south during the evening hours. Compare its brightness to Venus, now a high and brightening evening star in the west. Between them is Jupiter, very high in the southwest, but in the midst of a dramatic drop toward Venus. Watch the distance between these two planets shrink from 40 degrees to 12 degrees this month. One of the year’s best full moons rises on the 7th between 5:30 and 6 p.m., depending on your location. Coming less than two hours after the moment of exact fullness, moonrise will be a beauty. Algonquin Indians called this the full snow moon, but since February’s heavy snows often interfered with hunting, some tribes called it the full hunger moon. Earth is catching up to Mars in the orbital race, and that means the Red Planet is getting bigger and brighter. On the 1st, it rises in the east about three hours after sunset, but by March it comes up just after sundown. It glows like a ruby in the space below the triangle of stars in the hindquarters of Leo, the lion. If you follow Mars from night to night, you’ll see that it has begun moving westward against the backdrop of
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throwing people out of their homes. In response, another writer disagreed, replying with a comparison between the villainous banker and our government because of its oppression on people. Who is right?) Should we build the Keystone XL pipeline to bring oil from Alberta, Canada, to the Gulf of Mexico? The proposed 1,700-mile pipeline would travel over the Ogallala Aquifer, which supplies water for irrigation and drinking for many people in the
stars, toward Regulus, Leo’s brightest star. This is called retrograde motion, because the planet is moving backward from the outer planets’ usual eastward motion against the stars. It happens because Earth is about to lap Mars, just as a runner in an inside lane might lap somebody in an outer lane. As the inside runner passes, the outer runner appears to move sharply from left to right against the landscape, which translates to east to west in the case of planets. Speaking of the orbital race, Saturn is ahead of Mars, and Earth will pass it, too, after leaving Mars behind. The ringed planet is now rising in the east shortly before midnight, but will come up about two hours earlier by month’s end. On the 8th it begins a retrograde course toward its neighbor Spica, the brightest star in Virgo. Groundhog Day began as the Celtic feast Imbolc, celebrating the lambing season. It was one of four cross-quarter days falling halfway between a solstice and an equinox. Supposedly, a cloudy, shadow-free day portended rains, a softening earth and an early start to spring planting. But a clear day meant six more weeks of cold, snow and frozen ground. A new moon arrives on the 21st. On a clear night near that date, look for a faint, broad finger of light pointing back along the sun’s path an hour or two after sunset. This is the zodiacal light, a
reflection of sunlight off a disc of dust that stretches far into space in the plane of the solar system. If you see it, you’re lucky, because it’s a rare sight—especially for city dwellers. In the news, NASA has just placed twin spacecraft called GRAIL in lunar orbit. Our moon is a lumpy little planet, with many dense regions that exert stronger gravity than other places. GRAIL’s mission is to map the moon’s gravity to give a better picture of its makeup, which in turn should yield clues to how the moon and even the Earth evolved. Here’s how GRAIL will work: The two spacecraft will orbit in tandem. As the lead vessel approaches an area of stronger gravity, it will be accelerated forward and downward, increasing its distance from the trailing vessel. As it moves beyond the area, the extra gravity will exert a drag, and the intervessel distance will shorten. (The leading vessel will also regain its altitude.) The distance will change again as the second spacecraft passes the high-gravity area. Using radio waves to monitor minute changes in the inter-vessel distance, NASA physicists can map the moon’s gravity and, thus, density. Deane Morrison, with the University of Minnesota, can be contacted at morri029@umn. edu. Find U of M astronomers and links to the world of astronomy at www.astro.umn. edu.
states in the center of our nation. Some of the chemicals traveling with the oil, like benzene, a known cause of cancer, can leak from the pipeline into the aquifer. Given the potential for leaks from the pipeline and the history of oil cleanups, should we risk building the pipeline? Do we want to find out what is more valuable: oil or drinking water? Some believe we should start a war with Iran to prevent Iran from attacking Israel with a nuclear missile or bomb. Currently, it appears Iran is several years away from developing such weapons, thanks to use of targeted attacks on Iran’s nuclear
program. Sanctions are in place to use economic pressure to force government compliance. Diplomacy has a greater chance of success because our Navy rescued Iranian fisherman from pirates instead of attacking Iranian warships. Yet there are some who still believe we should attack Iran, a country larger in size and population than Iraq, and with stronger armed forces. After the War in Iraq, have we learned nothing? What should be our priorities for the future? These decisions will be made by those who attend.
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A story about the district’s bullying policies in the Jan. 26 edition of the Eden Prairie News had two errors. The staff report did not include information tracking the number of suspensions related to bullying by black students. In addition,
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Recent grant recipients include Colleen Grant and Sue Nielsen of the Central Middle School, Irene Kelly and Conn McCartan of Eden Prairie High School, Lisa Birno and Amy Youngstrom of Eden Lake Elementary, Adam Leicht of Forest Hills Elementary and Mary Andert of Prairie View Elementary.
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Dawson and Avery Baus attended the event, which kicks off registration for Eden Prairie School Early Childhood Programs.
Mason and Frank McQuillam attended Saturday’s Winter Blast at the Education Center.
Carin and Hana Cornall worked on a craft.
Deeqa Shinqow, Zahid, Zakaria and Ikram Nur attended Winter Blast, which included face painting, Smartboard activities and more.
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Brian Olson
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Brian Olson, 72, of Eden Prairie, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2012. Memorial Service was Sunday, Jan. 22 at 1 p.m. with visitation one hour prior to service and also Saturday, Jan. 21, 2-4 p.m. all at Washburn-McReavy Eden Prairie Chapel 952-975-0400. 7625 Mitchell Rd. (1 blk N. of Hwy 5)
Leonard Granzow, 96, of Eden Prairie, formerly of Bloomington, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2012. Visitation was Sunday, Jan. 29 from 2-5 p.m. at the Washburn- McReavy Eden Prairie Chapel. 7625 Mitchell Rd. (1 blk N. of Hwy. 5). Service Monday, Jan. 30 at 11 a.m. with visitation one hour before at Faith Presbyterian Church, 12007 Excelsior Blvd., Minnetonka. Washburn-McReavy Eden Prairie Chapel 952-975-0400. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Glenn Brandenburg, 92, of Eden Prairie, passed away Thursday, Jan. 19, 2012. Funeral Service was Thursday, Jan. 26 at 11 a.m. at Christ Presbyterian Church, 6901 Normandale Rd., Edina. Lloyd Schmid, 86, of Eden Prairie, passed away Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel 952-920-3996 Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012. Memorial Service is Thursday, Feb. 2 at 11 a.m. with www.Washburn-McReavy.com reception to follow at: Washburn-McReavy Eden Prairie Chapel 7625 Mitchell Rd. (1 blk N. of Hwy 5) 952-975-0400. www.WashburnMcReavy.com John Mahe, 67, of Eden Prairie, passed away Sunday, Jan. 22, 2012. Memorial Service was Saturday, Jan. 28 at 11 a.m. with visitation one hour prior to the service. Washburn-McReavy Pat Greely, 68, of Eden Prairie, passed away Monday, Edina Chapel 952-920-3996 West 50th St. & Hwy 100 Jan. 30, 2012. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Memorial Service is Saturday, Feb. 4, at 1 p.m. with visitation one hour before at Cedar Valley Church, 8600 Bloomington Ave. S., Bloomington. Washburn-McReavy Eden Prairie Chapel 952-975-0400. James Chalmers, 82, of Minnetonka, formerly of www.Washburn-McReavy.com Martinsville, VA, passed away Monday, Jan. 30, 2012. Funeral Service is Thursday, Feb. 2, at 2 p.m. at Huber Funeral Home, 16394 Glory Lane, Eden Prairie with visitaIf you would like to tion one hour prior to the service. Huber Funeral & Cremation Services Eden Prairie Chapel print a Memorial or Tribute 952-949-4970
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The Foundation for Eden P rai rie Schools ( F EPS) awarded five grants to district educators at a ceremony preceding its January board meeting. “The grants are part of the organization’s support in bringing innovative new programs to the district and represent a total of $24,949 in grants for the 2011-12 academic years. This year’s recipients include Colleen Grant and Sue Nielsen of the Central Middle School, Irene Kelly and Conn McCartan of the High School, Lisa Birno and Amy Youngstrom of Eden Lake Elementary, Adam Leicht of Forest Hills Elementary and Mary Andert of Prairie View Elementary. Grants varied in amounts based on each request,” according to a news release. Grants are made possible by donations to the foundation and at special events such as the upcoming Taste of Eden Prairie (see sidebar). A portion of the awards are made possible by two specific grants from the Matheson Endowment and ADC Foundation. Established in 1998, the Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools is a not-for-profit established to support and enhance the excellence of Eden Prairie schools. The organization has awarded over $165,000 in grants and $111,000 in ongoing scholarships. T he fol lowi ng a re t his year’s grant recipients: “A F i e l d S t u dy o f I n sects,” Colleen Grant and Sue Nielsen, Central Middle School, grant: $3,200. “This grant will provide 700 students with the supplies necessary to organize and carry out a field study in the natural environment. Students will collect, identify and classify insects, as well as analyze data. This new idea complements the life science curriculum. The students will perform laboratory methods and critical thinking skills like professional scientists.” “ L e ader sh ip C o ach i n g Grant,” Irene Kelly and Conn McCartan, Eden Prairie High School, grant: $5,000. This grant (made possible by the Matheson Family Endowment) “will provide training to high school teachers in leadership coaching. It complements and extends an existing program. Educators who have integrated coaching skills into their methods report that students are personally empowered, significantly more self-directed and measurably improve their academic performance.” “A Vision for Reading,” Lisa Birno and Amy Youngstrom, Eden Lake Elementary School, grant: $7,500. This grant (made possible by a donation from ADC Foundation) “will purchase a Visagraph device that records eye movements using infra-
Taste of Eden Prairie The Taste of Eden Prairie 2012, a fundraiser for the Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools, is an opportunity to enjoy treats from the best local restaurants, a silent auction, entertainment and more at the Minnesota Vikings Practice Facility. Participating restaurants include: Buca di Beppo, Kowalski’s, Wildfire, Kona Grill, Houlihan’s Bar & Restaurant, Eden Prairie Schools Catering, Aurelia’s Authentic Mexican Restaurant, JJ’s Coffee Company & Wine Bar, Davanni’s Pizza & Hot Hoagies, Pasta Zola, Biaggi’s, Berry Blendz, Red Moon Chinese Café, Jerry’s Foods, D’Amico & Sons, Dickey’s BBQ Pit, rare steak & sushi, Dunn Bros Smith Douglas More House, Backstreet Kitchen, Bayside Grille, Jake’s City Grille, Woody’s Grille, Panino Brothers, Famous Dave’s BBQ, Santorini, Baker’s Square, Cold Stone Creamery and Qdoba. The event is set for 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25. Cost is $35 in advance, $40 at the door. Info: foundationforepschools. org. red sensors through a set of goggles that connect to a PC. It represents cutting-edge reading therapy. Data collected identifies visual inefficiencies that may occur as a student reads, helping determine appropriate interventions and monitor student progress as they improve.” “Reading A-Z for Literacy Achievement,” Adam Leicht, For e st H i l l s E lement a r y Schools, grant: $2,600. “This grant will provide iPod touches, an iPad and a variety of apps, primarily those created by the Learning A-Z website. This site focuses on vocabulary development and word recognition skills by providing quality texts with challenging vocabulary coupled with extensive and rigorous instructions with that challenging vocabulary. The use of this app is approved by EP Tech and will complement current literacy plans.” “Focus on Learning,” Mary Andert, Prairie View Elementary School, grant: $6,649. “This grant will provide 540 elementary students with two classroom sets of digital cameras to be used with a new interdisciplinary curriculum which integ rates language, arts, math, social studies and science. Students will be sharing and writing about what they photograph in order to make learning more relevant.”
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Hamilton College Alexandra K. Stieglbauer, daughter of Kevin Stieglbauer of Minnetonka and Valarie Stieglbauer of Eden Prairie, has been named to the dean’s list at Hamilton College for the 2011 fall semester.
The cast and crew of “The Sweet Spot” pose during a rehearsal last week. The Eden Prairie One-Act Play tied for first place with Holy Angels at the 6AA Subsection Finals at Holy Angels last Friday. The performers now move on to the next level of competition, scheduled to perform at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, at Edina High School in the Performing Arts Center. It’s the first time Eden Prairie has tied for first in over a decade. Karulf said it’s been great for her as director and her husband, Dr. Richard Karulf as playwright to see the kids’ “penetrating performances. We feel honored to work with such an incredible cast and crew!”
Georgia Institute of Technology Jonathan Young of Eden Prairie earned the distinction of faculty honors for fall 2011 at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Undergraduate students earning a 4.0 academic average for t he semester gain the distinction of faculty honors at Georgia Tech.
Iowa State University T he fol lowi ng students from Eden Prairie recently graduated from Iowa State University: Jennifer Ann Blasy, BS, industrial engineering; Jordan Albert Desmarais, BS, mechanical engineering; Max James McCorkell, BS, aerospace engineering; Katelin Elizabeth-Jean Mussell, BS, kinesiology and health.
PHOTO BY KARLA WENNERSTROM
If you go Where: Edina High School Performing Arts Center, 6754 Valley View Road, Edina
10:45 a.m. There is a charge to attend. Fans should also be aware that there are rules for the audience. Audience members can’t cheer for a school or wear identifying school colors.
Beware: Director Deb Karulf suggests that Eden Prairie fans attending should arrive by
“It has to be just like they’re going to a regular theater event,” Karulf said.
What: One-Act Play When: 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 4
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T he fol lowi ng students f r om E d en P r a i r ie we r e named to the dean’s list at Minnesota State University Moorhead: Maxwell Pryor, Erick Warden and Daniel Ziebol.
EDUCATION NEWS
Penn State Rebecca Wade of Eden Prairie (2008 EPHS graduate) was named to the dean’s list for academic achievement during the fall semester 2011 at Penn State University.
Seoul students visiting ISM According to a news release from the International School of Minnesota: For a second year, a group of education students from the Seoul National University of Education are spending two weeks at The International School of Minnesota as student teachers. Their school and the University of Minnesota are in partnership in a program called the Global Teacher Education Program. The student teachers come to the United States for a month spend two weeks at the U of M attending classes and lectures and then two weeks out at various schools in the Twin Cities to student teach at the elementary level. While at ISM, the student teachers spend time observing in the classrooms and then are required to write and deliver two lessons. At ISM, the lessons incorporate information about Korea, and the student teachers collaborate with ISM staff to use the school’s curriculum as well.
Family Center offers classes The Eden Prairie Family Center, 8040 Mitchell Road, offers the following family and parenting classes: Contact the Eden Prairie Schools Early Childhood Office at (952) 9756980 or edenpr.org/famctr to register. Free Infant massage: Set for 6-7:15 p.m. Feb. 2 and 10-11:15 a.m. Feb. 3. Free Baby Playtime: This will be held from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 8. F ree Pa rent a nd Baby Yoga: This will be held from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Feb. 9 and 10 to 11:15 p.m. Feb. 10. “Save 50 percent on Groceries” class for parents: The class is set for 6:30-8:30 p.m. Feb. 16. “Join Carrie Rocha, Pocketyourdollars.com, to learn how you can save money on groceries. Find out the best times of the month to buy groceries for less. Learn to use coupons
Honored at UND Brady Eilertson of Eden Prairie earned a D.J. Robertson Award for earning straight A’s the fall semester at the University of North Dakota. Rachel Boyenga of Eden Prairie qualified for the university’s President’s Roll of Honor, for a 3.8 GPA or higher. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Education students from Seoul are visiting ISM in Eden Prairie.
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wisely and efficiently,” according to a news release. Cost is $10 for one or $15 for two people from the same household. Family Fun Time: This play time is available for infants to 5-year-olds with an adult. $ 5 per child/$10 per family. Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration is open: Register for 2012-2013 Eden Prairie Preschool and ECFE with new classes and programs including three-hour preschool options, two-hour extended day for preschoolers and a new location and lower pricing for Spanish Preschool.
Lidia Navarro-Haugh of Eden Prairie was named to t he Du nwoody Col lege of Technology’s fall dean’s list.
Community Ed offers classes Contact Eden Prairie Community Education at (952) 9756942 for registration information or register online at epcommunityed.org. Intro to Word 2010: This class will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 21 and 28 at the Education Center. The cost of the class is $94 and the registration deadline is Feb. 14. Social Security Planning: 7 to 9 p.m. Feb. 21 at Central Middle School. The cost of the class is $24 and the registration deadline is Feb. 14. Selling on eBay & Amazon: 7 to 9 p.m. Feb. 22 at the Education Center. The cost of the class is $39 and the registra-
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tion deadline is Feb. 14. Artisan Bread: 6:30 to 8:15 p. Feb. 22 at Central Middle School. The cost of the class is $34 and the registration deadline is Feb. 14. Thriller Dance – Adult/ Child: 9 to 10: 30 a.m. Feb. 25. The cost of the class is $24 per family and the registration deadline is Feb. 14.
Gifted, Talented meeting coming up The Eden Prairie Council for the Gifted and Talented will hold a meeting at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 3, at St. Andrew Church in Eden Prairie. This meeting will include the topic, “Executive Functioning at Home and School.” “Success in school is greatly influenced by executive functioning skills. When a student’s executive functioning skills are not well developed, he/ she may not do well in school despite having the ability and skills to do so. Join Eden Prairie Gifted/Talented Specialist Karen Oakes for a presentation and discussion about executive functioning. Karen will explain what executive functioning skills are, how they develop, and how they impact academic achievement and social skills. Strategies for parenting and academic modifications will be presented
and discussed,” according to a news release.
Sponsor child in Kenya
College of Visual Arts Matthew Volenec of Eden Prairie was named to the president’s list for the fall semester at College of Visual Arts.
Our Savior Early Childhood Center along with the kindergarten through eighth grade at the school are sponsoring a kindergarten child in Kenya at the Kinyago-Dandora school. The sponsorship is through The Kenya Children’s Fund. The money raised by the Our Savior students provides for the student’s tuition and one main meal a day. The students will remain in contact throughout the school year. The preschoolers will be sending valentines to Kenya. Our Savior Lutheran School, preschool through eighth grade raised $1,000 for bed nets to help fight the battle against malaria. One hundred bed nets were purchased through Lutheran World Relief. Students also packed 35 boxes of food at Feed My Starving Children, which will provide 21,000 meals. In February the Preschool and Kindergarten through eighthgrade students are participating in various activities to raise funds for Pennies for Patients. Our Savior Early Childhood Center and School is at 23290 Highway 7, just west of Excelsior. Info: (952) 474-5181 or oslcs. org.
UW-Madison T he fol lowi ng students f r om E d en P r a i r ie we r e named to the fall dean’s list at the University of Wisconsin-Madison: Dain Thomas Anderson, College of Engineering; Lindsay Marie Bates, School of Human Ecology; Jennifer Anne Becker, School of Education; Lauren Marie Bentz, School of Business; Nevin Vance Blahnik, College of Letters and Science, Catherine Rachael Cahoon, School of Human Ecology; Matthew Scott Carlson, College of Letters and Science; Alexandra Garcia Chelesnik, College of Letters and Science; Sofi a Anwer Dar, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences; Andrew Thomas Daub, College of Letters and Science; Andrew Joseph Edelstein, College of Engineering; Emilee Ann Erickson, College of Eng i neeri ng ; Sha n non
Elise Fahey, School of Human Ecology; Benjamin Michael Fahning, College of Letters and Science; Zhou Fang, College of Engineering; Michael R Gorski, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences; Natalie Rae Guggenberger, College of Engineering; Ray Guo, College of Engineering; Nathan Patrick Haggerty, College of Engineering; Katherine Julia Hansen, School of Education; Ryan Joseph Jach, College of Engineering; Alexandra Lea Jagodzinski, College of Letters and Science; Bronte Aleks Jagodzinski, School of Human Ecology; Kyle James Johnson, College of Letters and Science; Elizabeth Kay Krantz, College of Engineering; Kevin Joseph Liberko, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, Dean’s List; Alissa Marie Macgibbon, College of Letters and Science, Dean’s List; Alina Mercedes Matson, College of Engineering; Peter William Mattson, College of Engineering; Maria Grace Mens, College of Letters and Science; Daniel John Montville, College of Letters and Science; Stephanie Amy Moriearty, College of Engineering; Andrew Kaylor Moss, School of Business; Haley Nicole Nelson, School of Education; Lindsey Rachel Nicholson, School of Nursing; Brittni Jo Palkert, School of Business; Victoria Annelise Palmer-Kern, School of Human Ecology; Christopher Joseph Payne, College of Engineering; Laura Christine Platner, College of Engineering; Megan Lynn Platner, College of Engineering; Ellen Ann Raymond, College of Letters and Science; Eric Jon Satterness, College of Engineering; Wilson Edward Schaser, School of Human Ecology; Kristen Marie Shillock, College of A g r icu lt u r a l a nd Life Sciences; Roy Thomas Shillock, College of Letters and Science; Breanna Nicole Smith, School of Education; Matthew Cory Spence, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences; Nicholas Stewart Stender, School of Business; Ciera Nicole Stifel, College of Engineering; Matthew S Terrance, College of Engineering; Alexander William Tibbetts, College of Engineering; Elise Charlson Vinup, College of Letters and Science; and Arash Bazrafshan, College of Engineering.
Augustana College T he fol lowi ng students f r om E d en P r a i r ie we r e named to the fall dean’s list at Augustana College: Matthew Wussow, Zachary Barbur, Brooke DeJong and Samuel Gotham.
Graduate from NDSU Aimee Lynn White of Eden Prairie recently graduated from North Dakota State University with a degree in human development and family science.
UW-Stout T he fol lowi ng students from Eden Prairie received the Chancellor’s Award this fall semester at the University of Wisconsin-Stout: Matthew Ferrara, Jacqueline Head, Veronica McCracken, Natalie Ottum, Jessica Arp, Leah Becker, Alexa Bitzer, Brittany Brethorst and Katie Driver.
Bethany Lutheran College Marta Krause and Peter Krause, both of Eden Prairie, were named to the dean’s list at Bethany Lutheran College in Mankato.
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BOYS HOCKEY
SIDE LINES
Down goes Tonka
Kowalsky is USA Swimming Scholastic All-American
Halloran scores last-minute (43 seconds) game-winning goal BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
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he Eden Prairie High School boys hockey team entered Saturday’s showdown with No. 1 ranked Minnetonka as the likely No. 4 seed in the upcoming section tournament. “Now,” states Eden Prairie Head Coach Lee Smith, “we’re probably the No. 2.” In a little over two hours, Eden Prairie knocked off the No. 1 team in the state by a score of 4-2 … and no one saw it coming. “High school kids get caught up in watching scores,” explains Smith. A week ago Saturday, Minnetonka manhandled then No. 1 Duluth East by a score of 9-3. Later that same evening, Eden Prairie fell 4-0 to Wayzata. Tuesday, Minnetonka defeated Wayzata 5-1. Add to t he mi x t he fact Minnetonka outplayed Eden Prairie in a pre-season scrimmage and it’s easy to see why Minnetonka would enter Saturday’s game at Eden Prairie brimming with confidence. The question remains: Was Minnetonka overconfident? “I’m sure we’ll see a different team when they get us at Pagel (Minnetonka’s Pagel Ice Arena),” said Smith. If they do, it will be payback for what happened Saturday. Saturday, Eden Prairie sent a message early on that they weren’t going to be pushovers. That worked, early on. “They owned the second half of the fi rst period,” admits Smith, “but didn’t score. Derrick (goalie Derrick LaCombe) and our five defensemen deserve a lot of credit.” The second period was evenly played with both teams scoring goals – Andrew Knudsen scored for Eden Prairie, Max Coatta for Minnetonka. Eden Prairie went ahead 2-1
A n nelise Kowa l sky, a junior at the International School of Minnesota (ISM), has been named to the 2011 USA Swimming Scholastic A l l A merica Team. USA Swimming is the national gover n i n g b o dy for t he sport of swimming. She has been named to the Scholastic A l l A merica team because of her level of acc ompl i sh ment i n sw i mming and for maintaining a 4.0 grade point average in Annelise Kowalsky school. Kowalsky has been swimming since she was a toddler and competing on a team from age 6. As a child, she was determined to keep up with her older brother, Markus, who is now captain of the Johns Hopkins University swim team. According to her mom, Annelise spent countless hours watching her brother at swim meets and begged to join a team. Now Annelise swims for the Minnetonka Swim Club and competes about once a month. Many of the meets are in the Twin Cities, but she was recently in Oklahoma and Texas. Her swimming coach, Ben Bartell, head coach of the Minnetonka Swim Club, reports that she is a very enthusiastic swimmer and teammate, always doing her best and encouraging others to do the same. “But she is also very disciplined in her academics. She informs me days, and sometimes weeks, in advance when she has to make training alterations in order to study and be fully prepared for her classes.”
Softball registration now open
PHOTO BY DANIEL HUSS
After sliding into the Minnetonka goal, Eden Prairie’s Austin MacLeod (No. 19) had to push his way out. on Steven Spinner’s goal with 13 minutes left in the third period. Six minutes later, and with Minnetonka playing with a 5-on-3 advantage, the Skippers’ Sam Rothstein knotted the game at 2-2. “That second penalty was hard to swallow,” said Smith, “but once it’s called, it’s called. In hindsight, we were lucky to escape with the game still tied.” With the game tied at 2-2 and the clock showing less than a minute remaining, everyone was thinking overtime. Everyone but Eden Prairie. With the clock showing 43 seconds, Danny Halloran made good on Knudsen’s centering pass. Eighteen seconds later,
Spinner’s empty net goal made it 4-2 fi nal.
MUST WIN? Eden Prairie had entered the week on the wrong foot. The loss to Wayzata was one thing, the way they had lost was something else. “We didn’t compete,” reflects Smith, Tuesday, Jan. 24, Eden Prairie traveled to Lakeville to play a Lakeville South team that features arguably the best forward in the state (Justin Kloos). With Minnetonka and Edina on the horizon, this was a game Eden Prairie needed to win. For the first period, Eden Prairie looked the part as it built
a 2-1 lead on goals by Luc Snuggerud and Halloran. Kloos would make that go away, scoring 10 seconds into the second period and then again three minutes later. Instead of feeling sorry for itself, Eden Prairie responded with two goals of its own. Spinner’s power-play goal knotted the game at 3-3 before Halloran’s goal proved to be the difference maker (of Halloran’s 13 goals, four have been game winners). Knudsen’s empty net goal made it a 5-3 final. Thursday (today), Eden Prairie travels to Edina to take on the only undefeated team in the Lake Conference. Saturday, Eden Prairie plays at Hopkins.
The Eden Prairie Fastpitch Association is offering inhouse and travel programs for girls in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. For more information and to register online, go to epfastpitch.com. Online registration for the 2012 summer fastpitch season opened Jan. 25.
EP Track and Field Association registration Registration is now open for the upcoming Eden Prairie Track and Field Association’s spring season. Girls and boys enrolled in grades one to six are eligible to participate in the six-week program beginning April 9. Registration is limited to 400. There will also be a “Rookie Camp” registration for boys and girls in kindergarten. To register, or for more information, visit eptfa.org.
EP baseball registration The Eden Prairie Baseball Association is conducting registration for the 2012 season. Online registration began Jan. 16 at epbaseball.com. You may also register in person on Saturday, Feb. 11, from 10 a.m. until noon at Sports World in Eden Prairie. Sports World is at 16522 W. 78th St. in the Prairie Village Mall. Registration is for all kids, ages 4 through 12th grade, who live in or go to school in Eden Prairie. A $ 30 late fee will be assessed beginning March 1. For additional information, visit the EPBA at epbaseball.com.
Girls lacrosse registration DANCE TEAM
GIRLS BASKETBALL
3, 2 and 1 stretch
Dance Team Jazzed for section meet
Eagle defense carries the daze
BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
As Lake Conference kick champions, the Eden Prairie High School Dance Team enters Saturday’s section tournament full of confidence. As a Jazz team that narrowly missed out on last year’s state tournament berth, Eden Prairie enters Saturday’s section tournament full of trepidation. Eden Prairie Head Coach Tracy Oliver is buying the apprehension. “I think we’ve got a really good chance to go in both,” she said. “That’s my prediction and I hope I’m right.” Like Eden Prairie, Wayzata is in the same boat, as they missed out on going to last year’s state kick meet. Maple Grove, the section’s other formidable foe, enters Saturday’s section meet as the defending state jazz champion. What makes this year different? “O ne, we’re ver y determined,” said Oliver. “Two, we used our time more wisely, making needed changes more quickly.” And? Eden Prairie’s kick routine finished ahead of both Wayzata and Maple Grove during the regular season. And? “This year’s kick routine is my favorite kick routine we’ve ever had,” adds Oliver. What about Jazz? Although Maple Grove and Wayzata are arguably two of the state’s best jazz teams, Eden Prairie isn’t conceding anything. “It all comes down to execution,” said the coach. “That’s what we’ve been focusing on this week.” The section meet, at Wayzata High School, is scheduled for Saturday beginning at noon.
BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
You’d have to dig pretty deep before you’d fi nd someone who had faced a No. 3 ranked team, a No. 2 ranked team and a No. 1 ranked team in consecutive games. Either spend some time in the archives or cast your gaze at this year’s Eden Prairie High School girls basketball team. “No question,” states Eden Prairie Head Coach Chris Carr, “that’s a tough stretch.” So far, Eden Prairie has risen to the occasion. Tuesday, Jan. 23, Eden Prairie tagged then No. 3 ranked Wayzata with a 4432 loss. Eden Prairie’s Jackie Johnson scored a gamehigh 27 points. “We did some things that made it difficult to guard us with their zone,” explains Carr. As a result, Johnson got one good look after another. Defensively, Eden Prairie caused all sorts of problems. “More than anything,” adds Carr, “I think we rattled their coach.” The most telling statistic, however, was that Wayzata made only 11 field goals.
AGAIN
PHOTO BY DANIEL HUSS
Jackie Johnson (No. 4) scored 27 points in a 44-32 win over then No. 3 ranked Wayzata.
Friday, and for the second time in as many games, Eden Prairie tagged one of the state’s best teams with its second loss of the season. Friday, that lucky team was No. 2 ranked Edina. “A very physical game,” said Carr; “a lot like what
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Registration is now open for Eden Prairie Lacrosse Association Girls Spring Lacrosse programs. EPLA is offering fi fth/sixth- and seventh/eighth-grade girls teams that participate in the MSSLax Lacrosse League. Practices begin Feb. 6 at the PrairieDome. Practices will be once a week in February and then increase as the season gets closer. League games begin in early April and the season runs through late May. Home games for Eden Prairie’s teams will be played on Sunday mornings in April and early May. All players must be current U.S. Lacrosse members (uslacrosse.org). Cost is $215 with late fees occurring after March 1. Register online at eplacrosse.com (You will need to go to Camps-Clinics to get to spring information, which will refer you to the old website for registration). Questions? Contact npcolford@ mac.com or ana.bowlsby@gmail.com.
Eden Prairie Soccer Club to hold U8-U11 tryouts The Eden Prairie Soccer Club will be holding tryouts for its girls and boys U8-U11 spring/summer teams on Saturday, Feb. 11, at the PrairieDome. Check-in begins at 2:30 p.m.; tryouts/parent information meeting begins at 4 p.m. Eligible players are born between July 31, 2004, and Aug. 1, 2000. For more information, go to epsoccerclub.com.
TAGS level 7-8s finish first at Winter Challenge The Eden Prairie TAGS level 7-8s competed at the Crowley’s Winter Challenge this past weekend, coming home with two fi rst place team trophies and nine individual fi rst place medals. The level 7 team fi nished fi rst with a team score of 109.925. Kelsey Neff was the all-around champion with a score of 36.7. Neff would also fi nish fi rst on floor (9.475), Ari Balfour won beam (9.325), while Kate Grotenhuis won vault (9.4). Alyssa Olson was also a beam champion (9.2). The level 8 team also took home the fi rst place team trophy with a score of 109.45. Molly Minnich had a stellar meet, placing fi rst in the all-around (37.05), beam (9.35) and vault (9.525). Sophie Rogers would also earn a fi rst place vault fi nish (9.2).
EPHS Sports This Week BOYS BASETBALL Friday, Feb. 3 ..........................................at Minnetonka ............................................... 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6 .......................................at Elk River ......................................................... 7 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Thursday, Feb. 2 .....................................at Bloomington Jefferson................................ 7:15 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3 ..........................................at Minnetonka ............................................... 7:15 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6 ......................................Elk River ............................................................. 7 p.m. GIRLS HOCKEY Thursday, Feb. 2 .....................................at Minnetonka .................................................... 7 p.m. BOYS HOCKEY Thursday, Feb. 2 .....................................at Edina .............................................................. 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 .....................................at Hopkins .......................................................... 3 p.m. DANCE TEAM Saturday, Feb. 4 .....................................Section Meet at Wayzata ................................... 11 a.m. BOYS SWIMMING Thursday, Feb. 2 .....................................Maple Grove ....................................................... 6 p.m. ALPINE SKIING Thursday, Feb. 2 .....................................Lake Meet at Buck Hill ................................... 3:30 p.m. NORDIC SKIING Thursday, Feb. 2 .....................................Lake Meet at Elk Creek ....................................... 2 p.m. GYMNASTICS Saturday, Feb. 4 .....................................at Minnetonka Invite ......................................... 11 a.m. WRESTLING Thursday, Feb. 2 .....................................at Minnetonka ................................................... 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 .....................................at Cannon Falls................................................... 8 a.m. For schedule changes or directions to away games go to www.lakeconference.org. or call the Eden Prairie High School Student Activities Hotline at (952)975-8120
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WRESTLING
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The Eden Prairie Pom Squad has won the last three UDA National Championship Large Varsity Pom titles. Saturday, they performed this year’s routine for family and friends. The UDA National Championships will be held this weekend in Orlando, Fla. PHOTO BY DANIEL HUSS
Nationals call National champs Pom Squad looking to run Pom-title win streak to four BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
T he E den P r a i r ie Pom Squad has won the last three Universal Dance Association National Championship Large Varsity Pom titles. A nd t hey ’d l i ke t o s e e change. Not in Pom mind you, but at the top of the Large Varsity Jazz division, where Eden Prairie has finished second to Floyd Central in each of the last three years. Question: Didn’t Eden Prairie just win a Large Varsity Hip Hop title at the UDA Spirit of America competition? If so,
why doesn’t Eden Prairie take its Pom and Hip Hop routines to the National Championships instead of its Pom and Jazz Routines? Lastly, hasn’t Floyd Central won the last nine National Championships Jazz titles? “We’re headstrong,” insists Eden P rai rie Head Coach Anna Itman. “We’re not beating a dead horse and we’re not insane.” What they really are is confident, confident in the routine and confident in their skills. “We certainly think we’re prepared,” adds Itman, “in both our routine and our technique.” When asked about those
routines, Itman said her team’s Pom routine is based on the musical theme of joy. “It’s different,” she said. “Hopefully, our style brings joy to the audience and judges.” Jazz? “Our jazz routine is very visual and features lots of lifts,” she adds.
HISTORY Although Eden Prairie has won three National Championships in a row, it’s not taking anything for granted. “I think defending a title is harder than winning the fi rst one,” said Itman. “That’s what we talked about last year. Last
year, I told them that they had already done the impossible. This year? This year we’re going to have to work harder than ever before.” Win, lose or draw; Itman’s goals for Nationals are always the same. “We’re looking for a performance of a lifetime,” she said. “We’ve had those before. Sometimes they result in titles, sometimes they don’t.” The UDA National Championships are held in Orlando, Fla. Eden Prairie leaves Thursday (today), practices at a studio on F riday and then competes Saturday and Sunday.
BOYS BASKETBALL
Eagles split pair of pressure cookers BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
Last week, the Eden Prairie High School boys basketball team split two section-final-like games. On Tuesday, Jan. 24, Eden Prairie traveled to Owatonna and judging by a series of second-hand accounts, Eden Prairie must have arrived with big red target on its back. “They acted like it was a state tournament game,” said one Eden Prairie fan. Turns out, it was certainly state tournament worthy as the Eagles defeated the Huskies 6459 in double overtime. With the score tied 45-45, Owatonna held the ball for the last minute and a half before missing with its attempt at a buzzer beater. Down by three points with five seconds remaining in the fi rst overtime, Eden Prairie’s Grant Shaeffer nailed a threepointer, sending the game into a second extra session. W hen the Eagles’ Andre Wallace opened the second overtime with his own three, Eden Prairie was able to hold back the pesky Huskies. Problem was, the Shaeffer three and Wallace three were the only threes Eden Prairie would make all game. “We were 2 -18,” laments Eden Prairie Head Coach David Flom. Enough said. Friday, Eden Prairie hosted Mi n neapolis Washbu r n i n what turned out to be another nail biter. With its own cheerleaders and vocal crowd, Washburn made lots of noise both on and off the court. In the end, the Millers were a little too strong, a little too athletic and a little too good, beating Eden Prairie 78-74. A lt hou g h E den P r a i r ie didn’t shoot the ball particularly well, Flom didn’t place blame on his team’s poor shooting. “We committed 2 2 tu r n-
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we saw with Wayzata.” Again, Eden Prairie’s defense was the story as Edina was limited to just 12 field goals. “Do that,” adds Carr, “and you defi nitely give yourself a chance.” That being said, Eden Prairie struggled against the Hornets’ Katybeth Biewen and her 21
Melvin DeSouza has had more success wrestling big at 182 pounds rather than small at 195.
EP wrestlers wrestle and wrestle and … BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
So, what did members of the Eden Prairie High School wrestling team do last week? They wrestled, wrestled and wrestled some more. “Nothing but wrestling,” explains Co-Head Coach Tom Gruhlke. A s pr o of , E den P r a i r ie moved its overall record from 4-5 to 10-7. “We were 6-2,” adds Gruhlke. “As for the competition, it was all over the map.” To be sure, not everyone, Eden Prairie included, was competing with a full lineup. “You can only wrestle 18 dates,” said Gruhlke, “and on those 18 dates, you can only wrestle a total of 36 matches. “I f our g uys wrestled in all the matches we’re scheduled to wrestle, they’d have 44 matches and that’s too many,” he adds. Crazy? “Want me to name the culprit?” asks Gruhlke. In any case, Eden Prairie won six of the eight matches it participated in last week. Wednesday, Jan. 25, Eden Prairie defeated Minneapolis Patrick Henry 53-21. The very next day, Eden Prairie traveled to St. Paul to wrestle St. Paul Humboldt, St. Paul Central and St. Thomas
Academy. Eden Prairie came away with a three -match sweep, beating Central 62-11, Humboldt 19 - 9 a nd St. T homas Academy 42-0. S at u r d ay, E den P r a i r ie headed west to A nnandale to take on Annandale-Maple Lake, St. Michael-Albertville, Princeton and Sibley East. Facing much stiffer competition, Eden Prairie beat both Sibley East (49-24) and Princeton (43-27) and lost to Annandale-Maple Lake (45-29) and St. Michael-Albertville (50-15). At Annandale, Sam Brancale had Eden Prairie’s best day, beating a pair of ranked wrestlers in St. Michael-Albertville’s Mark Voss (No. 3, 3AA, 132 pounds) and Annandale-Maple Lake’s Jordan Hanon (No. 3, 2A, 132 pounds). He was hoping to get a shot at Sibley East’s Tyler Pasvogel (No. 2, 1A, 132 pounds), but that never materialized. Eden Prairie’s Ben Brancale (120 pounds), Matt Gribben (152 pounds) and Melvin DeSouza (182 pounds) would also impress. The Eden Prairie wrestling team returns to action Thursday (today) with an away meet at Minnetonka (7 p.m.). Saturday, the Eagles travel to Cannon Falls for the Rochester John Marshal Open.
YOUTH SPORTS
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Red wins Lakeville Cougar Classic PHOTO BY DANIEL HUSS
With the ball in his hands, Eden Prairie’s Anthony Anderson (No. 15) had nowhere to go and nowhere to hide during Friday’s 78-74 loss to Minneapolis Washburn (No. 3, 3A). overs,” he said, “and 10 of those were probably travels. In any event, most were unforced. “Granted,” he adds, “they had something to do with it.” I f it wants, Eden P rairie could also explain away its loss by mentioning free throws. Washbu r n made 2 8 - 4 2 ; Eden Prairie 20-28. The Eagles lost by four. Washburn had five players score nine points or more.
As if facing Owatonna and Washburn wasn’t enough, Eden Prairie was scheduled to host No. 2 ranked Hopkins Tuesday before traveling to No. 8 Minnetonka on Friday. “I’m starting to get a little
points. “She’s a power point guard who I’m sure will be a Ms. Basketball finalist,” said Carr. So, how did Eden Prairie win 53-46? “We out-rebounded them,” said the coach. Johnson finished with 16 points. Shayne Mullaney added 14. The win lifted Eden Prairie’s record to 14 -2 . More importantly, it elevated the
Eagles to No. 2 in the most recent QRF list (QRF values will be used to seed the section tournament). “The one thing we have to make sure of,” adds Carr, “is that we’re No. 1 or No. 2 in the second week of February.” Tuesday, Eden Prairie was scheduled to travel to No. 1 ranked Hopkins. Thursday (today), the Eagles play an away game at Bloomington Jefferson. Friday, Eden Prairie takes
Eden Prairie had three score more than seven. The Eagles’ Sander Mohn led all scorers with 23 points. Abrian Carpenter added 16; Andre Wallace added 10.
SCHEDULE RELIEF? NOT
The fourth-grade Red girls basketball team won the 2012 Cougar Classic on Jan. 15 in Lakeville. Team members include (left to right): Becca Schuetz, Zoe Gaytan, Nneka Obiazor, Valerie Higgins, Kylee Nordquist, Jessica Yokubonis, Abby Jirele and Hailey Hohenecker. The team is coached by Jon Nordquist and Eric Yokubonis.
concerned,” said Flom, “concerned that we’re getting worn out physically and mentally.” Facing ranked teams in nine of its next 12 games won’t help.
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part in a boys/girls doubleheader at Minnetonka. The Eden Prairie vs. Minnetonka girls game is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m.
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7As win back-to-back tournaments The Eden Prairie 7A girls basketball team won backto-back tournaments (Chanhassen and then Wayzata) Team members include (front row, left to right): Lindsay Eliasen, Abby Boehm, McKella Nordquist, Nicole Miller and Hannah Kofoot. Back row: Head Coach Chad Flies, Jordan Schinas, Amanda Polanski, Kellie Fuhs, Hannah Brink, Assistant Coach John Boehm and Assistant Coach Jackie Daniels.
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SOCOM supported while I was working there. Q: On joining the Cultural Support Team: “The first group of CSTs were all women from USASOC and the training/selection had not been formalized. Many people like to call my CST ‘class’ the fi rst group of CSTs but we are actually the second class. There is a selection process and everyone must be a volunteer – the Washington Post wrote about the selection process. T hat process was incredibly difficult for me for several reasons … The Air Force doesn’t ruck march and Air Force officers do not carry big giant heavy rifles. “ I t r a i ne d for t he r uck marching – 35-pound backpack for 6-10 miles. What I didn’t
know is you had the additional burden of a fake 15-pound rifle. It must have been comical for the selection committee to watch. I was the only AF member and the oldest person there. I had no idea how to hold that hunk of fake M4 much less carry it appropriately for 6 miles or so. It was a really long day for me and I came in dead last (all I heard was Humvee noise and all I smelled was diesel fumes). For some reason they let me stay and finish the 10-day selection and for some reason after that I was selected.” Q: What is a Cultural Support Team? “Cultural support teams are composed of female soldiers who serve as enablers supporting Army special-operations combat forces in and around
secured objective areas. Their primary task is to engage the female population in an objective area when such contact may be deemed culturally inappropriate if performed by a male service member,” according to the U.S. military. “CSTs directly support activities ranging from medical civic-action programs, searches and seizures, humanitarian assistance and civil-military operations. Cultural support training will primarily focus on basic human behavior, Islamic and Afghan cultures, women and their role in Afghanistan and tribalism. Training is conducted at Fort Bragg, N.C. Cultural Support. Program members must make, at a minimum, a one-year commitment to the program.” Q: On training: “The training lasted all of summer 2011 – I was with all the same women that were at my selection as well as reservists and guardsmen that were at a selection that was before the active duty selection. The training was at Fort Bragg and there was culture training, language training, mixed martial arts training, weapon and tactics training, combat medical skills training and a whole lot of other training that the Air Force would never do. The class was 55 people and I was the only Air Force person in the course – I was lucky my classmates always made sure I knew what the Army lingo was and in general would catch me up on the weapons parts that we never get in the Air Force. The things we learned were incredible and fun for me since I had never had the opportunity to shoot the kinds of weapons we got to go to the range with. Q: On deployment: “Before we left I was notified, since I was the highest ranking individual, that I would be in charge of all the teams – that I would not be going to a village to perform CST work – rather I would be at the headquarters monitoring progress, doing reports and taking care of any needs that the teams could not do themselves. I was disappointed that I would sit behind a desk and mostly manage CST.
A MARRIAGE STORY
“We just connected right away,” said Kaczmarek. “It was like we could finish each other’s sentences immediately,” added Becker. By their second date, “I told her that I was going to marry her someday,” said Becker. And, in 2008, they did just that. The couple took a trip to Canada, which recognizes same-sex marriage. They were married in Lappe, Ontario, at a small ceremony at a bed and breakfast. They hope someday to be able to do the same in Minnesota. In 2010, Becker emailed City Council candidates to determine who would support a domestic
partnership registry. “I got mixed feedback,” she noted. The city’s Human Rights and Diversity Commission first took on the issue, and then made a recommendation to the council to pass the ordinance. A registered domestic partnership is not the same thing as same-sex marriage, which is illegal in Minnesota since the Defense of Marriage Act was passed in 1997. Kaczmarek and Becker are concerned that the issue will go a step further this fall if a majority of citizens in the state approve a constitutional amendment that would limit marriage to a man and woman.
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Europe and falling in love with the museums, the architecture, the food, the lifestyle and the public transportation. It was only supposed to be a two-week vacation but I ended up staying a little less than two years. I managed to get a civilian job working for the Army and I worked for an Army colonel who tried to make everyone a better person. This Army colonel got me thinking about actually joining the military and he got me to run my fi rst marathon,” Cleveland writes. “When my sister came back to the states I moved back to Eden Prairie and enrolled in Air Force ROTC at the University of Minnesota taking master’s degree classes. The Air Force attracted me over the Army due to the emphasis they put on developing their people, the technology they focus on, and – I can’t lie – the places in which you could live had more appeal to me than the places in which the Army lives – they had bases in England, Spain, Germany, Italy, Belgium. I only really planned on staying in the mi litary three or four years – just long enough to capture some more of Europe’s magic! “Needless to say – the reason you join and the reasons you stay can be vastly different. I have been in the AF 15 years and my primary specialty is communications. I regularly say to myself, “Who gets to do this kind of stuff?” I have lived in Korea, Italy, Germany, Qatar and traveled to Africa, Iraq, Russia, Eastern Europe, Japan and Colombia. I have stayed because the job has been incredibly fulfi lling personally and professionally and I have met incredible leaders, some of whom I have become very close too. Mostly the jobs are too exciting to give up. “I’ve worked in Tampa at USSOCOM (Special Operations Command) for a little over three years. This is the longest I’ve lived somewhere in almost 15 years. The Cultural Support Team (CST) concept is one that
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Eden Prairie is the 18th city in Minnesota to offer the registry, which is also available in Minneapolis, Duluth, St. Paul, Edina, Golden Valley, Red Wing, Rochester, Maplewood, St. Louis Park, Richfield, Robbinsdale, Falcon Heights, Hopkins, Shoreview, Crystal, Shorewood and Eagan. “It kind of, in a way, validates our relationship in the city, like the city accepts us and recognizes that we’re a committed couple,” said Becker.
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cheerleaders,” Taylor pointed out, in comparison to the other team serenades in the commercial. After Allen fi nished singing, he threw his cowboy hat into the crowd, said fi refighter Kimberly Cox. Everyone present posed for a photo with Allen.Allen also
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fi le picture to understanding the new Timeline feature,” the group will go over it at the Eden Prairie Library from 10 :3011:30 a.m. Feb. 4. Facebook is a social networking site, which means it allows you to reach and communicate with other people who use Facebook. Many use it to stay in touch with relatives, colleagues and friends by sending messages to them or viewing what they post on their account. The Scouts also plan to discuss the basics of Skype from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Feb. 18. “From creating an account, downloading software, fi nding friends, initiating video calls, to sharing your desktop,” the girls will discuss it all. “Skype is software application that allows you to call and have a videoconference with other people all over world using the Internet.” Other topics for one-on-one sessions include email and email security, photo attachments, maps, weat her and searches. To sign up, call the Senior
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Cleveland (center) with one of her teams in central Afghanistan.
Cultural Support Teams “While Department of Defense and military department policies still restrict women from serving in combat units, the soldiers selected from this group will serve alongside the Army’s most elite units on the battlefield. The Army has never selected women to do a mission because of their sex, until now,” according to an October Washington Post story. “It is recruiting female soldiers to work closely with Special Forces teams and Ranger units during raids. Because women and children are often held in a separate room while soldiers search the compound, these teams go into villages in Afghanistan to build rapport with women, as it is culturally inappropriate for male soldiers to talk with them.” Source: Washingtonpost.com
Becker and Kaczmarek met in 2006. Becker was living in Eden Prairie, Kaczmarek in St. Paul. “We actually met online,” said Kaczmarek. “Like most people these days,” added Becker. They emailed each other, then spent hours on the phone as they got to know one another. “Her screen name on the site got me: ‘positive side effect,’” said Becker. They have mutual interests in social justice and are both big fans of cats. In fact, their first date was to a cat show followed by sandwiches at Jimmy Johns.
sang at a home, which the fi refi ghters heard was also in Eden Prairie.
‘YOU OWE PIE’ They expected the spot to premiere during the Super Bowl on Sunday, but were surprised to see it during playoff games. Koering said the minute the commercial ran his phone started going off. The message?
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Optimists set Oratorical Contest The Optimist Club of Eden Prairie is encouraging area students to speak their minds about the topic, “How My Optimism Helps me Overcome Obstacles” as part of the Optimist International Oratorical Contest for 2012. Students under age 18 as of Dec. 31, who have not yet graduated from high school or the equivalent are invited to enter by preparing a fourto five-minute speech on the topic. Deadline for submitting the entrance application is Ma rch 2 6. T he competition will be held at the Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie C enter Drive, at 6 : 3 0 p.m. Thursday, March 29. First place winners and r u n ner s -up w i l l re c eive medallions and book store gift cards. The top winning speeches will be sent to the Z one level where t he wi nning speeches will advance to the District level for the opportunity to win a $ 2,500 college scholarship awarded
“You owe pie.” It’s a tradition with the EPFD that if anyone is seen on TV or in print they have to bring pie to the station. The Vikings public relations department said Allen was on his way home from Hawaii and the 2012 Pro Bowl and couldn’t be reached for comment. But you can see from the video that he took his task seriously.
by the Optimist International Foundation. To participate, follow online application instructions at http://tinyurl.com/EPOptimistOratorical 2012. Info: (612) 432-2827 or raffolter@ successfactors.com (Ryan Affolter, contest chair).
Taste of Eden Prairie auction T he Taste of Eden P rair i e ’s o n l i n e au c t i o n p r e view at w w w.ti ny u rl.com / Taste2012Auction begins Feb. 1. Online bidding is available from Feb. 9 to 19. “Bidders will find a wide range of exciting items including: EPHS Parking Pass in ‘A’ lot, sports and concert tickets, gift cards to various metro area restaurants and businesses, Eden Prairie sports team registrations, and much, much more,” according to a news release. The Taste of Eden Prairie offers residents a taste of the city’s best restaurants. The fundraiser for the Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools also includes a silent auction, entertainment and offers tours of the locker rooms at Minnesota Vikings Winter Park. Visit
“He took it as seriously as he takes anything,” Koering said. Allen started the song by blowing into a pitch pipe to get his note. The fi refi ghters said that along with about 20 people taping the commercial, he had a voice coach with him. And after he fi nished the song at the house he jumped for joy and yelled – “Nailed it!”
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Blizzard Blitz rescheduled Adrian Peterson and the Minnesota Vikings are teaming up with Starkey Hearing Foundation for its annual, all-day Blizzard Blitz family ice-fi shing event, which has been rescheduled for noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19, at Lola’s Lakehouse on Lake Waconia. On Monday, the Foundation held a hearing mission to deliver the gift of hearing to under-served, hearing-impaired children and adults from the Waconia area, according to a news release. Activities on Feb. 19 include “free rod and reel building, ice safety, fi sh identification and high tech fi shing gadget tutorials; ice fishing Olympics; as well as a star-studded ice fi shing tournament – all while raising funds that will help give children around the world the gi ft of hearing,” according to a news release. “During the hearing mission inside Lola’s Lakehouse, the Foundation team of audiologists and staff will fit each of the recipients, who range in
“W hen I got to Bag ram, the unit I worked for was supportive of me going out to see some of my teams so I was able to see and live fi rsthand some of their conditions. I also got daily reports from them about all their activities and people they interacted with. “ T he C u lt u r a l S upp or t teams are most typically teams of two female soldiers and a female interpreter. This coming rotation (the third class of CSTs) they are trying out teams of three and five soldiers with an additional interpreter to see if the effects are better or similar. Q: Give me some examples of some of the work your group has been doing? “The teams interact with women and children – the population that our military males are not allowed to interact with due to their gender. Through this interaction we find out what women need/want (education, health care, clean water) and we help them work toward obtaining those things. “It’s very important to us to help the Afghans help themselves to get the things they need versus us just giving it to them. We are here to help the families of Afghanistan to learn how to use their government and to show them that they can have a hope and a dream for a better country and how to make things happen for themselves. “CSTs have facilitated bringing teachers to villages, or female A fghan health- care providers. We show families how the government of Afghanistan can help them prosper through Ministry of Education curriculum and teachers. We also facilitate government run income generation classes to teach families new skills or to hone their current skills (agriculture, chicken farming, sewing, etc). “CSTs have to learn about a broad spectrum of things that can be useful in a village with no resources and then we fi nd teachers or we teach the families about it (composting, solar, passive water purification, sewing, etc). Because male soldiers are not allowed to interact with
women this is where and how the CSTs operate. Q: On Afghanistan: “There are teams in 16 provinces (similar to counties) in all regions in Afghanistan. Afghanistan is about the size of Texas and the landscape and conditions are very, very diverse. For example, there are teams in the Hindu Kush area (boarder of Pakistan) and they call this “the Top of the World.” They call it that because the mountains are so tall it seems like you can almost touch the stars at night. Then there are teams out in the West where it’s very desert-like (think “Hidalgo”). Finally you get areas that are stunning and green and in the spring it’s a sea of red flowers. Q: What is life like for the women you work with? “Life is hard for the Afghan families – if you see a home with glass windows you know that family is rich. Most families have breathing problems because they have wood/coal stoves inside their mud hut and the hut has ver y poor ventilation, so this is one of the problems CSTs have been working on – modifying the family stove/home so it has ventilation. “Afghans also suffer from kidney stones – they do not drink enough water because the water is either unclean or they have only ever drank tea. “The life expectancy of an average Afghan female is 42 years old … for an Afghan male it’s 45. According to the latest (2008) CIA World Factbook, the infant mortality rate is the highest in the world and the maternal mortality rate is the second highest. Afghanistan is plagued by a lack of education with only 43 percent of the men knowing how to read and 13 percent of the women. The CST teams are here to aid Special Operations Forces help the Afghans find their own solutions to these problems. Solutions that the Afghans will follow through with and continue once the U.S. Military pulls out. Afghan solutions to Afghan problems.” – Compiled by Leah Shaffer and Karla Wennerstrom
“The biggest concern right now would be to have the amendment pass,” said Becker. It’s one thing to have DOMA in effect where you can’t get married but, it’s another thing to be told “you can’t ever get married here,” said Becker. “I’m nervous,” she added. “I believe that the people will do the right thing, but I’m really concerned about outside influences, the out-of-state money that’s coming in to make the whole GLBT community look bad.” When asked if they feel welcome living in Eden Prairie, Kaczmarek said they’ve never had a negative experience in
this city. Becker’s mother lives with them and is “accepting and supportive,” of their relationship, said Kaczmarek. “The way I view things, your parents raise you. They take care of you and later on in life, if they need you, it’s your turn to take care of them,” Becker. Becker said they’re just a normal family. “We love each other very, very much. There’s nothing I wouldn’t do for Laura and I know she feels the same. “We’re as committed as any …” started Becker. “… other couple,” said Kaczmarek, finishing her sentence.
MILITARY NEWS Incitti graduates from basic training Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Matthew A. Incitti graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. “The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills,” according to a news release. “Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.” Incitti is the son of Laurie Incitti of Eden Prairie and a 2009 graduate of Eden Prairie High School.
age from three to 77 with their ow n cu stom-m ade, d i g it a l hearing device.” Celebrity guests are scheduled to include “Chris Smith, Former NFL Washington Redskin; Steve Hutchinson, Minnesota Viking; Kyle Massey, Disney Actor; Chris Massey, Nickelo de on Ac t or ; Shjon Po dei n, N H L St a n ley C up Champion; Mike Pomeranz, KARE11 TV/FOX Sports; Congressman Erik Paulsen; Senator David Hann; Senator Juliann Ortman; Senator Norm Coleman; Representative Joe Hoppe; Representative Ernie Leidiger; Waconia Mayor Jim Nash; and Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek.” Cost is $15 for children age 15 and younger or $25 for age 16 and older who pre-register. Info: starkeyhearingfoundation.org.
Dunn Bros sets treasure hunt Dunn Bros Coffee in the historic Smith-Douglas-More House has teamed up with the city of Eden Prairie to host a citywide treasure hunt beginning Sunday, Feb. 19, and running through Saturday, Feb. 25. The Grand Prize will be $150
in cash and a $150 Dunn Bros Coffee gift card. This is the fourth annual event and offers the largest prize in the history of the contest, according to a news release. “Residents young and old in the Eden Prairie community are invited to participate in this citywide treasure hunt. Hunters will be looking for Sheldon Smith’s wrench that, according to legend, was lost 135 years ago. “One clue will be posted in the Dunn Bros Coffee shop each day at 4 p.m. All clues will reference Eden Prairie history and previous days’ clues will be posted on the Dunn Bros Coffee website,” the release said. For more information, visit dunnbros.com and search for the Eden Prairie location.
City seeks commissioners Applications are now being accepted for 2012-2013 commission appointments in the city of Eden Prairie. For more information about the application process, visit edenprairie. org. Applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 10.
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Goodwill store in the works for Chanhassen City considering approval this month
Goodwill proposal Proposed site: Site of existing Chanhassen Office Complex at 80 W. 78th St.
BY RICHARD CRAWFORD editor@chanvillager.com
Schedule: Project will be considered by the Chanhassen Planning Commission on Feb. 7 and Chanhassen City Council on Feb. 27.
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ha n hassen cou ld soon join a growing list of communities in the Twin Cities as a site of a Good-
will store. This month, city officials will be reviewing a proposal for a new Goodwill at 80 W. 78th St., the current Chanhassen Office Complex, which is on the north side of Highway 5 near the intersection County Road 101 North. The proposal calls for removing the existing office building and replacing it with a 20,600-square-foot retail facility. A drive-through donation center will accept items such as clothing, furniture and toys and the items will be resold at the Goodwill store. The mission of Goodwill, according to Lisa Ritter, director of marketing, is to assist people with barriers to education, employment and independence in achieving their goals. Goodwill is a nonprofit that helps people prepare, train and obtain em-
Building: The proposal calls for construction of a new 20,600-square-foot building. Potential opening: November 2012
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A rendering of a proposed 20,600-square-foot Goodwill store at 80 W. 78th Street in Chanhassen.
Goodwill stores offer on-the-job training and skills development for participants while providing quality goods at discount prices. Items may include new and re-fashioned clothing, jewelry, furniture, electronics, housewares and toys. The net revenue from Goodwill’s retail stores supports training programs that put people to work. Source: Goodwill
ployment. Goodwill is in the process of opening six new facilities in the metro area, Ritter explained. A store opened in Champlin in February and new sites are planned in Forest Lake, Roseville, Fridley and Chanhassen this year. Ritter said the Chanhassen site could open in November. Chanhassen-based Center Cos. will be the developer and
owner of the new building contingent on city approvals. The current owner of the Chanhassen Office Complex is Clifford Whitehill. Current tenants have been notified of the need to relocate and the existing building is scheduled for demolition May 1, according to Ben Merriman of Center Companies. Center Companies also developed the new Haskell’s located to the east of the proposed Goodwill site.
R it t e r s a id t h e sit e i n Chanhassen meets Goodwill criteria for store selection, including being located on a major freeway or highway. Currently, Goodwill has stores nearby in Minnetonka (along I-394) and in Hopkins. Ritter said the Minnetonka store is one of the strongest stores in the metro area. Donations to Goodwill are tax-deductible, Ritter said.
Michael Floyd (Notre Dame Fighting Irish). Info: starkeyhearingfoundation.org.
Info: (952) 361-3282 or (952) 934- 0145 or find the SmithDouglas-More House Dunn Bros on Facebook.
Credit union donates coats
Be Mine Market set at Dunn Bros.
Arrow Electronics honored with award
Shop the Be Mine Market event from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, and Sunday, Feb. 12, at the Eden Prairie Dunn Bros, 8107 Eden Prairie Road. “Looking for the perfect valentine? Or just ready for a lovely mid-winter treat? Shop our market for a rich selection of vintage home furnishings, decor, valentines, gifts and seasonal botanicals,” according to a news release. “Shop Saturday and Sunday at the historic Smith Douglas More House. Enjoy delicious chocolate treats and a cup of coffee before shopping or a restorative glass of wine after!”
Federal Defense Industries Inc. has awarded Arrow Electronics in Eden Prairie with an Outstanding Supplier Award in the Electronic Components category. “The awards recognize outstanding per for mance and accomplishments of suppliers supporting a special segment of the defense industry,” according to a news release. “Arrow Electronics, represented by Erin Ogren, had the distinct title of winning this award for three consecutive years, and has been the only organization to ever win the award more than twice.” Info: fdi.us.com
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Ritter said Goodwill stores typically hire 35 full- and parttime employees. Part-time employees are paid $9 to $10 per hour. Ritter said a hiring fair generally takes place about eight weeks before store openings. Goodwill’s local headquarters are based in St. Paul, where most of the organization’s training programs are conducted, Ritter said.
The Chanhassen Planning Commission is scheduled to review the proposal Feb. 7 and the item will be in front of the City Chanhassen Council Feb. 27. City Planner Bob Generous said the proposal “looks pretty straight-forward” and he didn’t anticipate any major hurdles for the development.
Donaldson volunteered for eMentors, an email mentoring prog ram administered by the educational nonprofit BestPrep. The program paired 28 students from Karen Brettingen and Shelly Streich’s Business and Marketing Intern classes at Eden Prairie High School with Donaldson employees for the 14-week program. “BestPrep’s eMentors fosters email mentoring partnerships between professionals and students, leveraging volunteers from almost every career field,” according to a news release. Info: (763) 233-6330 or bvagasky@bestprep.org.
not afford to pay for the care on Saturday, February 4. The office is at 6608 Flying Cloud Drive, Eden Prairie. “The Minnesota Dental Association is sponsoring this st atewide out reach ef for t, called Give Kids a Smile. Minnesota dentists know that family budgets and government funding of dental programs is tighter than ever but children still need and deserve care. Now in its 10th consecutive year, Give Kids a Smile has provided free dental care to more than 50,000 children,” according to a news release. Patients seeking appointments should be 18 or younger and accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Information on specific services that will be provided will be outlined when an appointment is scheduled. To schedule an appointment, call the United Way at 211.
BUSINESS NEWS Super Bowl Hearing Mission planned “With the help of a starstudded line up of football and entertainment legends, Starkey Hearing Foundation, which strives to change the social consciousness of hearing and hearing health care, announced that it will deliver the gift of hearing to Indianapolis on Feb. 3, 2012 during its third annual Super Bowl Week Hearing Mission,” according to a news release. The event, which will help 75 under-served, hearingimpaired children and adults, will be held at SportZone in Indianapolis. The Super Bowl Hearing Mission is scheduled to include Heather Whitestone (fi rst deaf Miss America title holder), Larry Fitzgerald Jr. (Arizona Cardinals), Dwight Freeney (Indianapolis Colts), Dallas Clark (Indianapolis Colts) and
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Donaldson employees mentor EPHS students This fall, employees from
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For the record: Historical Society newspaper project hits benchmark BY MARK W. OLSON editor@chaskaherald.com
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irth, death, and everything in between. Carver County Historical Society recently completed its newspaper indexing project, totaling 310,000 facts. Well “caught up� might be a better term than “completed.� “If you want to find any information about any time in Carver County, it’s available now. Before it wasn’t,� said Wendy Petersen-Biorn, historical society executive director. For over the past 23 years, the historical society, with help from volunteers, part-time workers and federal grants, has been hard at work indexing hundreds of thousands of articles from all of Carver County’s newspapers. Those facts date back 150 years, from the earliest county newspaper still on fi le, through last week’s newspaper. “It was kind of a surprise. I thought we still had a few [microfi lm] reels to go,� said historical society researcher Marlene Magnuson, of indexing all the newspapers. “Everyone just was relieved and excited. I didn’t think the day was going to come,� she added. Each fact has been meticulously written on an index card, and then entered into a database which is accessible via the society’s webpage. With that information, a researcher can type in a family name, read an online summary of the article, then travel to the historical society and fi nd the entire article on microfi lm. For instance, one index for Mathias Schmidt states: “Is about to erect two dwellings in this village; Weekly Valley Herald; Apr. 16, 1874; [page] 4.�
MYSTERIES “It’s those little stories you don’t get most of the time,� Petersen-Biorn said. “It’s a
Location: 555 West First Street, Waconia Hours: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., M-F; 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday; Closed, Sunday Contact: (952) 442-4234 or historical@co.carver.mn.us More info: www. carvercounty historicalsociety.org change of time.� Magnuson has worked at the society 25 hours a week since 1998 – mostly devoted to t he newsp ap er pr oje c t . “I never get tired of it,� she said. When told she’s worked almost 17,0 0 0 hours on the project, she laughed and responded, “I’ve never thought of it that way.� For Magnuson, it’s the little mysteries that garner her attention, where she suspects there’s more to the story, such as an 18 8 0s Chaska family that took a boat trip on the Minnesota River in March. T he boat capsi zed and the entire family drowned except the husband. (Just typing in the word “drown� warrants 517 entries in the index.) Or there’s the woman who allegedly committed suicide by cutting her throat over the kitchen sink. The index doesn’t include ever y t h i n g t h at wa s ever reported in a newspaper, but includes most significant local events and just about everything a genealogist could hope to dig up on Carver County ancestors. “We’re very careful about names, especially,� Petersen-Biorn said. “ Bi r t h , de at h a nd m a r riages are the main thing,� Mag nuson said. “But I tell people who are doing indexing now [to record] anything you think would be interesting to
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Carver County Historical Society Director Wendy Petersen-Biorn stands next to the society’s newspaper collection. someone that was reading the paper or doing some research – if a barn burned down, or t hi ngs li ke t hat. Di f ferent individuals see things di fferently, so it isn’t written in stone,� Magnuson said. The newspaper index has come in handy for everything from researching the history of a home to a probate attorney trying to fi nd the next of kin. Wit h t he newspap er i ndex including all of Carver County’s newspapers, workers are now indexing the Herald Journal, which is published in McLeod County, but also covers news in the far northwester n por tion of Ca r ver County. It’s an important task, c on sider i n g t he 19 0 3 -19 2 3 issues of the Carver County
News in Watertown are missing – destroyed for a WWII paper drive. Most small towns had their own newspaper, and many have now gone missing – like the Carver Free Press. Indexers will continue to c at a log ue i ncomi ng news papers. “It will be ongoing forever,� Petersen-Biorn said. She also notes that, at some point, the society may microfi lm recent county newspapers, since the Minnesota Historical Society suspended its newspaper microfilming program about two years ago.
PHOTOS AND COLLECTIONS The newspapers are just the start for the society. The society is currently re-filing its entire photo collection, estimated at well over 11,000 images. That amounts to “boxes and boxes and boxes of photos,� said Petersen-Biorn. The $7,000 project is being paid for with a state Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment grant. Once every photo has a new archive-friendly folder, they will all be scanned
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into a computer database. The photos will be re-fi led within six weeks, however it will take two years to scan and upload the entire collection, PetersenBiorn said. Ultimately, computer users will be able to view a “thumbnail� of a photograph and order a copy through the society. The society is also beginning to enter its entire collections inventor y into its “PastPerfect� museum software database. The collection ranges from baptismal gowns to ice cutters to coffi ns to an 11,0 0 0 -year- old mammoth’s tooth. Even the executive director doesn’t know the full extent of the society’s collection. “I have no idea – massive numbers,� she said, when asked for an estimate. Like the photographs, Carver County Historical Society website visitors will one day be able to view the collection online. “We’re trying to make it accessible to people – that’s what it’s all about,� PetersenBiorn said.
My word! Type in a certain word in the Historical Society database, and here’s the number of entries you’ll find: 84: Insane 484: Murder 517: Drowned 854: Brick 1,342: Barn 2,868: Elect 3,005: Fire 3,597: Church 7,575: Business 13,244: Birth 22,394: Died Source: Carver County Historical Society newspaper index
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f the growing abundance of red hearts and glitter is any indication, Valentine’s Day is almost here. Traditionalists know that you can’t go wrong with a box of chocolates, a bouquet of pretty flowers, fragrant candles and a bottle of wine to celebrate your love, but why not consider tailoring this Valentine’s Day to the passions you share as a couple? Here are a few suggestions to get the creative juices flowing in the hopes of making this Feb. 14 one to really remember.
Adventurists If adrenaline is your aphrodisiac, Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to try something new to get both your hearts pounding. Thrill seekers can tackle up to 60-foot rock climbing walls at Vertical Endeavors in Minneapolis or St. Paul. Want to feel like a kid again? Jump sky high at the indoor trampoline park SkyZone in Plymouth. Heights aren’t your thing? Your fall will be far shorter if you don a pair of ice skates and take a twirl around one of the metro area’s many indoor or outdoor rinks. Or maybe you are looking for the kind of romance that only the great outdoors can provide. Check out the Baker Near-Wilderness Settlement in Maple Plain for its special Valentine’s Day dinner and candlelit snowshoe walk (complete with bonfire to warm your frozen toes).
Cheapskates So the economy hasn’t rebounded yet and neither has the padding in your wallet – no big deal. Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to break the bank, especially if you’re willing to roll up your sleeves and do a little work. Why not put together a coupon sheet redeemable for various things throughout the year? You could promise a night out sans kids, create an at-home spa day or even offer to do a chore you know your Valentine hates doing. If your sweetie is romanced by words, a written collection of things you love about him/her might be the way to go. You could generate 52 romantic thoughts for your loved one to read once a week or – if you’re feeling extra ambitious – 365 loving notions, one for every day of the year. Want to create a dinnerscape worthy of Valentine’s Day? Consider setting up an indoor picnic in front of a roaring fireplace to set the mood for love.
Cinephiles If your sweetie is a movie lover, there are plenty of ways to roll out the red carpet on Valentine’s Day. It’s a great time to dig into that DVD collection and create your own athome double- or triple-feature. The American Film Institute considers “Casablanca” the greatest love story of all time, but personally I think you can’t go wrong with “The Notebook,” “Dirty Dancing,” “Love Actually” or just about anything John Hughes put out in the 1980s.
If you’re looking for a night out on the town, why not make it dinner and a movie? Both the Theaters at the Mall of America and the Showplace ICON theaters in St. Louis Park offer fullservice concessions delivered right to your seat while the New Hope Cinema Grill has a full restaurant menu with table service.
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Foodies Obviously, Valentine’s Day is a night when restaurant reservations are at a premium. If dining out is part of your tradition, here are a few romantic Twin Cities restaurants worth trying to beg, barter or bribe your way into. You won’t regret the long drive across the metro for a meal at Acqua Restaurant and Wine Bar in White Bear Lake. It’s got a killer view of the lake, top-notch service and simply scrumptious food (even the butter is notably delicious). White Bear Lake also dazzles with Ursula’s Wine Bar where the dining room is small, but the flavors are huge and the wine selection perfectly paired to make your meal one to remember. Closer to home, Excelsior’s Biella offers romance in the form of cozy tables, dim lighting and delectable Italian dishes. If you want to be the one wearing the chef ’s hat on Valentine’s Day, why not take a cooking class? Both Kitchen Window in Calhoun Square (Uptown) and Cooks of Crocus Hill in Edina offer classes to help you prepare for Valentine’s Day.
Singles No special someone to toast to? Make the most of “Singles Awareness Day” and celebrate your independence. Throw a get-together with single friends or hit the bars where starry-eyed couples are least likely to be. If you’re looking to be hit by Cupid’s arrow, consider hosting a singles mixer or head to Bloomington’s Park Plaza Hotel for the 10th annual cupidParty complete with eight-minute speed dating sessions.
Top – Enjoying a crackling campfire with your sweetheart is just one way to enjoy the Candlelight and Chocolate event Feb. 10-11 at Richardson Nature Center. Register by Feb. 6 at threeriversparkdistrict.org. At right – Bring your Valentine to an Enchanted Evening among the gardens at the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory Feb. 12-14 in St. Paul. Learn more at comozooconservatory.org. PHOTO COURTESY COMO ZOO AND CONSERVATORY
LET’S GO! BEST BETS 1. TOT TIME SWEETHEART DANCE Chanhassen and Chaska Parks and Recreation departments invite kids 6 and under and their families to come dance and make memories at this fun, casual event. Register online. Time: 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10 Cost: $3 Location: Chaska Community Center Info: chaskacommunitycenter.com
2. SHAKOPEE DADDY/DAUGHTER DANCE Dads and grandpas dance with your daughters at Shakopee Community Education’s seventh annual Daddy/Daughter Dance. The dance includes dinner, dessert, a DJ, photographer, door prizes and more. Register before Feb. 6 with class code WSPI-35-DD.
Time: 6-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 Cost: $30 dad and daughter; $42.50 dad and two daughters; $55 dad plus three; $62.50 dad plus four Location: Shakopee High School, 100 17th Ave. W., Shakopee Info: (952) 496-5031; shakopee.k12.mn.us
3. PL-S DADDY/DAUGHTER DANCE Girls 12 and under and their dads can dance the night away with music, games, snacks, punch and photos at this Prior Lake-Savage Community Education event. Every girl receives a door prize. Register online with code #3807. Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25 Cost: $30 per couple, $10 each additional girl Location: Prior Lake High School, 7575 150th St. W., Savage Info: priorlake-savage.k12.mn.us
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Jason and Brookelyn Ramsey of Prior Lake dance the night away at the 2011 Prior Lake-Savage Daddy/ Daughter Dance.
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FEB. 2 MY PRESCHOOLER & ME: GROUNDHOG DAY Parents and their preschoolers or caregivers can learn about groundhogs, woodchucks and whistlepigs with little ones age 2-5. Explore activity stations indoors, play outside and hike in search of signs of spring. Reservations required; reference activity 112903-12. Adults and children pay program fee. Time: 10-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 2 Cost: $5 Location: Hyland Lake Park Reserve, 10145 Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
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FEB. 3 MAKING TRACKS Improve powers of observation and get exercise by taking a long hike down into the valley. Come prepared for two hours of fast-paced walking with short breaks. Snowshoes optional and will be provided for those who need them. Led by Park Ranger Judy Geck. Time: 7:30-9:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 3 Cost: Free Location: Bloomington Visitor Center, 3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington Info: (952) 854-5900 or fws.gov/ midwest/minnesotavalley
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FEB. 4 FATHER AND DAUGHTER SWEETHEART DANCE Girls ages 3 to 15 years old can have a special dinner and dance with dad (or other significant male figure). Cost includes dinner, dancing and a special Valentine’s craft for mom. Time: 5-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 (register by Jan. 30) Cost: $24 Location: Eden Prairie City Center Garden Room, 8080 Mitchell Road Info: (952) 949-8470 or edenprairie. org
CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING: FAMILY CLASSIC BEGINNER A lesson for kids and adults together. Learn the basics: putting on equipment, falling down/getting up, diagonal stride and stopping. Register for activity 124693-01. For ages 6 and older. Time: 12:30-2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 Cost: $14 per person if you own skis; $20 with ski rental for ages 6-12; $22 for ski-rental for ages 13 and older. Location: Cleary Lake Park, 18106 Texas Ave., Prior Lake Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
MYSTIC COMEDY NIGHT Comedians Chad Daniels, Pete Lee and Tim Harmston will share the Mystic Showroom stage during Mystic Comedy Night. Daniels was named Artist of the Year in comedy by City Pages in 2009. Lee made his television debut on Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, and he’s been a semi-finalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing.” Harmston won the Acme Comedy Company’s Funniest Person award in the Twin Cities 2003 contest. Time: 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 Cost: $19 or $49 for two tickets and a $20 dining voucher Location: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel,
2400 Mystic Lake Blvd., Prior Lake Info: mysticlake.com or (952) 4459000
A VISIT WITH MARK TWAIN Humorist, writer and stage personality Bill Cosgrove impersonates Mark Twain. Cosgrove will entertain the audience as 70-year-old Mark Twain in a white suit and red ascot recalling his life as a boy on the Mississippi River and as a riverboat pilot, a confederate soldier in the Civil War, gold and silver prospector in Nevada and reporter in Virginia City and San Francisco. Time: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4; 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5 Cost: Adults $18; seniors and students $16 Location: Bloomington Center for the Arts, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington Info: bloomingtoncivictheatre.org
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SNOWSHOEING: A WALK IN THE SHOES OF AMERICA’S NATIVE PEOPLE For the inside portion of the program, 1-1:30 p.m., those attending will be introduced to a wide variety of handcrafted snowshoes patterned after those made by Native Americans adapted for their environment and needs. In the second part of program, 1:45-3 p.m., those attending will go outdoors and don modern snowshoes for a leisurely walk on the Hillside Trail watching for signs of wildlife. Program is suitable for ages 6 and older. Dress for the weather with warm boots, hats and gloves. Snowshoes are available for free; call (952) 858-0715 to reserve them. Led by Volunteer Refuge Naturalists Donnie Phyilliaer and Marcia Lewis. Attendees can attend either or both parts of the program. Time: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 Cost: Free Location: Bloomington Visitor Center, 3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington Info: (952) 854-5900 or fws.gov/ midwest/minnesotavalley
KICK SLEDDING Try out a kicksled on a frozen pond. The kicksled, also known as a “spark,” is a small sled with a chair mounted on a pair of flexible metal runners. Equipment provided. Reservations required; reference activity 11290101. For all ages. Time: 2-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 Cost: $5 Location: Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
NATURE YOGA FOR WOMEN: LEAPING FORWARD Refresh the spirit with nature and movement. Yoga instructor Annalisa Bragg will lead simple yoga to prepare the body for the coming season. Listen to the stirring within and leap forward into life on a walk with a naturalist. Healthy treats will be served. No prior yoga experience needed. Reservations required; reference activity 111317-03. For
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Learn how to enjoy bird watching from a professional birder. Those attending will learn how to find birds in their different habitats, how to use a field guide and look for identifying features of birds such as eye rings, wing bars and other distinctive markings. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars. Led by Volunteer Refuge Naturalist Craig Mandel. Time: 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 Cost: Free Location: Bloomington Visitor Center, 3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington Info: (952) 854-5900 or fws.gov/ midwest/minnesotavalley
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ages 18 and older. Time: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 Cost: $25 Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
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Upcoming ST. HUBERT’S BLOOD DRIVE A Blood Drive is set at St. Hubert’s in the fellowship hall on Thursday, Feb. 9. Time: 2-6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9 Cost: Free Location: St. Hubert’s, 8201 Main St., Chanhassen, Info: mbc.org/searchdrives (code 3406) or Heather Heyer at (651) 332-7164
Get a woman’s perspective of frontier life from Mrs. Agnes Pond (played by re-enactor Sheila Strobel Smith) at the historic Pond House this Sunday. Agnes will share from her memoirs about running a household with 16 children while teaching school and helping her husband work their 160-acre farm. Time: 1:30-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5 Cost: $2 suggested donation Location: Pond Dakota Mission Park, 401 E. 104th St., Bloomington Info: (952) 563-8738 or ci.bloomington.mn.us
CROSS COUNTRY SKIING WOMEN’S CLASSIC BEGINNER Learn cross-country skiing basics, including putting on equipment, falling down and getting up, diagonal stride, stopping, turning and a brief introduction to small hills. For novice skiers and those who want to review. This program is designed for women ages 13 and older. Reference activity 123188-08 when registering online. Time: 10-11:30 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 5 Cost: $18; $26 with ski rental Location: Hyland Lake Park Reserve, 10145 Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
EXHIBIT: ‘AND … NATURE SINGS’ In the exhibit ‘And … Nature Sings,’ artist Betty Thompson endeavors to interpret the excitement, beauty and wonder of nature through oil paintings, sumi-e brush paintings, sculpture and pottery. Time: Exhibit opening 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5; exhibit runs through March 31 Cost: Free Location: Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Bloomington Visitor Center, 3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington Info: (952) 854-5900 or fws.gov/ midwest/minnesotavalley
The Arboretum will sponsor an evening of fun, fashion and shopping. Live acoustic music by the BZ Girls, fashion show and booths featuring home decor, jewelry and more. Cash bar and food available for purchase. Guys are welcome, too. Time: 6-10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10 Cost: $10 per person Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu/ ladiesevening.aspx
HOOKED ON BOOKS AND THE ARTS TOO Parents and their elementary-aged children are invited to come together for a morning on the topic of books. There will be free books while they last. The event will feature Mary Casanova and Ard Hoyt, author and illustrator of award-winning children’s books. Several featured artists will join in this year’s event including MacPhail Center for Music, the Kinder Konzerts program of the Minnesota Orchestra, Chaska Valley Family Theatre and River Valley Dance Academy. The program is a collaborative event of Carver County Libraries and Eastern Carver County School District. Casanova and Hoyt will also be at the Chanhassen Library from 2 p.m. on Sat. Feb. 11. Time: 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Feb. 11 Cost: Free Location: Chanhassen High School, 2200 Lyman Blvd, Chanhassen Info: artsofcarvercounty.org/hookedon-books-feb-2012
COMPUTER SKILLS WORKSHOP Work on projects and practice skills from using the mouse and keyboarding to using email and Microsoft Office with the library’s software instructors and volunteer assistants. Time: 2-4 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13 and Tuesday, Feb. 14 Cost: Free
Learn to create presentations and use the ribbon to create a basic slide show. Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13 Cost: Free Location: Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive Info: hclib.org
SENIOR CENTER VALENTINE BRUNCH Enjoy an all-you-can-eat Valentine breakfast of pancakes, sausage and coffee with flair by Chris Cakes Pancakes. Cost is $10. Register by Feb. 7. Time: 9-11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 Cost: $10 Location: Eden Prairie Senior Center, 8950 Eden Prairie Road Info: (952) 949-8470 or edenprairie. org
MICROSOFT WORD BASICS Learn how to use the ribbon, enter and delete text, basic formatting, cut, copy and paste; and when to use “save” and “save as.” Time: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 Cost: Free Location: Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive Info: hclib.org
AFRICAN AMERICANS MAKE HISTORY Celebrate Black History Month with the Eden Prairie Library (for grades six to 12). “We’ll view historic speeches, stellar performances and stunning achievements – great moments from African American history pulled from YouTube. All are welcome!” Sponsored by Friends of the Eden Prairie Library. Time: 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16 Cost: Free Location: Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive Info: hclib.org
OPENOFFICE: BASICS OpenOffice is a free, multiplatform office suite that can be used to create documents, spreadsheets and presentations. Learn how to use Open Office in the library and how to download and install the program at home or work. Time: 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21 Cost: Free Location: Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive
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TASTE OF EDEN PRAIRIE The Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools’ Taste of Eden Prairie event features about 30 restaurants serving up specialties at the Vikings Fieldhouse in Eden Prairie. The event includes a silent auction, entertainment and more. Time: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25 Cost: $35 in advance; $40 at the door Location: Minnesota Vikings Fieldhouse Practice Facility, 9520 Viking Drive, Eden Prairie Info: foundationforepschools.org
LA DANSE FATALE’S ‘THREE DIMENSIONS’ La Danse Fatale performing arts youth ballet company will highlight its new work, Three Dimensions, which includes three powerful performances: “Romeo and Juliet,” “Journey of a Pure Soul” and “My Body is a Cage.” The company will perform twice, at 7 p.m. Feb. 25 and at 2 p.m. Feb. 26. La Danse Fatale is composed of dancers ranging from ages 13 to 20 and offers performing opportunity for serious dancers as a transition to the professional stage. Performances are directed and choreographed by Julia Levina, the company’s artistic director. Time: 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 26 Cost: $17 for adults; $13 for students and senior citizens Location: Eden Prairie High School Performing Arts Center Info: ladansefatale.org
CEDAR RIDGE CARNIVAL The Cedar Ridge Elementary School Fundraiser Carnival is set for March 16. The school’s annual fundraiser will include games, face painting, other creative activities, a kids’ store, great food and many prizes! You can also enjoy the Silent Auction and Theme Basket Auction. Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, March 16 Location: Cedar Ridge Elementary School, 8905 Braxton Drive Info: cedarridgecarnival@yahoo.com
HEROES AND VILLIANS; AN ON-ICE FANTASY The Eden Prairie Figure Skating Club presents its annual ice show, featuring children, teen and adult performances. Time: March 23-25 Location: Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road Info: (952) 949-8470 or edenprairiefsc.org.
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Senior Center 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 State of the City Address – 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 9. City Manager Rick Getschow will discuss the latest news about the city at the Senior Center. The event is free. Please call to register. Valentine Brunch – 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14. All-youcan-eat breakfast of pancakes, sausage and coffee catered by Chris Cakes Pancakes. “The chef provides a dose of humor and fancy pancake f lipping to make this an event to remember,” according to a news release. Cost is $10. Register by Feb. 7.
Senior trips American Swedish Institute – 10:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21. Visit Ingebretsen’s Scandinavian Center for shopping and the American Swedish Institute for lunch and guided tour. Cost is $58. Register by Feb. 5.
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: Tai Chi Class – 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, through Feb. 21. Call Senior Center to register. Join The Walking Club – Meet on the lower level of Sears inside at the mall entrance, 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Pickleball – Play Pickleball from noon to 2 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday and from 9-11 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday at the Eden Prairie Community Center. Players of all levels are welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and whitesoled tennis shoes. Contact the Senior Center for more
information. Cost is $5 for nonmembers. Foot Care Clinic – Feb. 6, 15. Call 763-560-5136 for appointment. Cost is $33. Health Insurance Help – 1 p.m. Feb. 16. Call (952) 279-8050 for an appointment. Blood Pressure Clinic – 11 a.m. to noon Feb. 2. Call Senior Center for appointment. Inside Edge Indoor Golf for Seniors – Mondays at 9 a.m. Cost is $21 per round. Call the Senior Center for more information.
Classes Several driver safety courses are offered. Call (952) 2798050 for information. Indoor Golf at Inside Edge Golf – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays, through April at Inside Edge Golf, 16502 W. 78th St., Eden Prairie. Cost is $21 per week.
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. Mystic Lake and buffet – 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, March 29. Cost is $5.
Woodshop The woodshop is available from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, with evening hours also available. Participants must take two -hour training. Fees are $ 2 0 per quarter or $ 5 per visit. Info: (952) 279-8050.
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 Quilting – 9 a.m., to help with creating a quilt or work
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on your own. Call Angie at (952) 934-1671 for more information. 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 ‘500’ Cards – 1 p.m. No registration necessary. Just stop in and play. Thursdays Canasta – 1 p.m. No need to sign up. Cards are provided. Call the Senior Center at (952) 279-8050. 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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Mission: Serving vulnerable individuals and families in our community while promoting the leadership role of nurses. Vision: Compassionate and individualized health-related services and community resources are available to all. History: We grew out of the Carver/Scott Healthy Communities Collaborative in 2003. The 7 original partners all shared a concern for the uninsured and underinsured in Carver and Scott counties. As of 2008, there were almost 5,000 uninsured in Carver County and 11,000 in Scott County. River Valley Community Partnership is a tax exempt organization - 501 (c) (3). Our Unique Model: Our services are provided by Minnesota licensed Public Health nurses and bi-lingual Spanish translators/community outreach providers. www.rivervalleynursingcenter.org
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Bingo – From 1-3:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24. Cost is $1 for two cards. Refreshments provided. Book Club – 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, reading “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” by Ken Kesey. Chair massages – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 9, 23. Cost is $18 for 15 minutes or $33 for 30 minutes. Call the Senior Center to make an appointment at least one week in advance. Computer Cracker Barrel – 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive. Bunco – 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17. Call Senior Center for information.
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February 9, 2012 • 5:30 p.m.–9 p.m. Prior Lake High School Speakers start at 6:15 p.m. FREE DINNER for registered guests from 5:30-6:15
Successful Students: One at a Time Local school districts and medical experts are working together to improve how we help our kids succeed to the best of their ability. Breakout sessions: • Understanding Challenging Behaviors: Tips for Parents • May I Have Your Attention Please?
Poppy ways ready to go for a ride in the car, too. She came into STRMN rescue with a fractured lower jaw. The veterinarian surgically added some synthetic bone graft material to strengthen her jaw and she has healed nicely. Some teeth also needed removal, including her lower right canine. Consequently, sometimes her tongue peeks out of her mouth on one side. She has allergies to particular foods, but has no problems if given a specific brand of food that can be easily purchased at the pet store. She is a healthy girl and loves to go everywhere with you. Isabelle is a true companion dog and she will always make you smile with her charming personality. Izzy’s adoption fee is $200,” according to a news release To adopt Isabelle, visit shihtzurescuemn.org and complete an online adoption application or write to Shih Tzu Rescue of Minnesota, P.O. Box 46562, Eden Prairie, MN 55344. Meet Toby and other dogs at Petco in Minnetonka near Ridgedale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the last Saturday of every month.
• What is Neuropyschology & How Can it Help Your Child? • Keeping it Positive at Home • Over-Parenting: Three Mistakes Parents Make • Positive Behavior Support; from School to Home
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Adopt a Pet on Feb. 4 Carver Scott Humane Society volunteers will hold a pet adoption from noon to 3 p.m. Feb. 4 at Petco, off Highway 41 and Pioneer Trail in Chaska. CSHS is without its own building and all pets are housed in foster care. Three rabbits, kittens, cats and dogs will be available. All cats and dogs have been microID implanted, vet checked, wormed, had shots updated, checked for friendly temperaments, and age appropriately spayed/neutered. Adoption fees are $165-plus for cats and $195-plus for dogs. For more information on adopting a homeless pet: (952) 368-3553 or carverscotths.org.
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MEETINGS noon to 1: 30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14, at Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Road, Eden Prairie (door 2). Melissa Olson of the Chanhassen Curves will discuss “moving our bodies and staying healthy.” Michele Obermeier will discuss “Sharing Your Story.” Cost: $14. Info/ reservations: Kim (952) 9331075 or Michele (952) 994-3324 or edenprairiewc@aol.com.
To add a meeting to our list, or update a listing, please email editor@edenprairienews.com or call (952) 942-7885.
Parkinson’s Support A Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meeting will be held at Prairie Adult Care from 1:30-2:45 p.m. Feb. 8. The support group is for persons with Parkinson’s Disease or related neurological disorders, and/or their caregiver. To learn more about the support group which meets on the second Wednesday of every month, or the adult day center which is open daily, visit prairieadultcare.com or call (952) 949-3126. Prairie Adult Care is in Victory Lutheran Church at 16200 Berger Drive, Eden Prairie.
com, Steve Clifton.
Overeaters Anonymous From 9-10:30 a.m. Saturdays at Pax Christi, 12100 Pioneer Trail, men and women use the 12 steps of Overeaters Anonymous to stop eating compulsively. Info: (952) 237-1168, Adam; and odat0487@ aol.com and (952) 943-8422, Sarah.
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Caregiver Support A Caregiver Support Group meeting will be held at Prairie Adult Care from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Feb. 16. The meeting will be facilitated by LeeAnn Eiden, MSW from Senior Community Services. To learn more about the support groups or the adult day center, visit prairieadultcare.com or call (952) 949-3126. Prairie Adult Care is in Victory Lutheran Church at 16200 Berger Drive, Eden Prairie.
Divorce Support Women Healing from Divorce will meet 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, at Biaggi’s Restaurant, Eden Prairie mall, 8251 Flying Cloud Drive, Eden Prairie. There will be dinner and a discussion with an expert speaking on “Are You Willing to be Worth It.” Cost is $ 35. RSVP/info: barb@barbgreenberg.com.
Eden Prairie Women of Today EPWT meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month (next date: Feb. 16) in the Star Bank community room, 250 Prairie Center Drive. Eden Prairie Women of Today is committed to Service, Growth and Friendship (www. epwt.org). The meeting is a great way to see the range of activities and collective enthusiasm of members. Visitors are welcome. Info: Charlotte at president@epwt.org.
ResonateNow Resonate with you Resolutions F riendship g roup by ResonateNow will meet from 10-11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 10, at the Eden Prairie Library. “The friendship group meet-up is an interactive and informative session that focuses on a streng th-based approach to goal setting and goal accomplishments,” according to a news release. Participants share their goals, aspirations or resolutions and work as a team to provide encouragement, resources and ideas for making goals a reality. They leave with an interactive and easy to use tool to break down goals into smaller, weekly tasks and track progress through a fun scoring system.” RSVPs/questions, email info @ resonatenow.org or call (952) 594-4188.
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After receiving the prestigious John Lutter Memorial Award, Eden Prairie Lion Bob Carling (center) greets Eileen Lutter, widow of Hopkins Lion John Lutter, for whom the award is named. Son John Jr. is in the background. The award was made by the Lions District 5M5 Board of Governors at the district mid-winter convention on Jan. 7. This is the second member of the EP Lions Club to receive this award. Lion Gary Stevens received the award in 2007. Eileen Lutter, 92, died Wednesday, Jan. 11.
The Minneapolis Commodores, a member of the Barbershop Har mony Society, welcome all men, young and old, who enjoy singing to come and experience the pleasure of barbershop harmony and camaraderie. The group practices at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at House of Prayer Lutheran Church in Richfield. Call Rich at (952) 829-7009 or go to minneapoliscommodores.org.
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.
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Info: (612) 382-3890.
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.
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La Leche League 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.
Delivers weekday, noontime, nutritionally balanced meals to residents of Eden Prairie who are unable to leave their homes. Deliveries may be long term or for a short-term medical recovery. Info: (952) 221-2123.
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. Brent Halweg at (952) 937-3535 or bhalweg@ comcast.net. CA P National Headquarters’ website is gocivilairpatrol.com. The Viking Squadron website is mncap. org/viking/.
Optimist Club
Alzheimer’s Resource
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. Info: rocky@lhotka.net or facebook.com/epoptimists.
A resource group oriented to male caregivers of Alzheimer’s disease meets on the last Thursday of each month at Pax Christi Catholic Community, 12100 Pioneer Trail (Room 247) in Eden Prairie. Meetings are at 1:30 p.m. and last from 60-90 minutes. In families where women have served as the primary caregivers for decades, men often need support in taking on that role. No appointment necessary. Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association.
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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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This free group offers an opportunity to learn, discuss and share strategies. The next meeting is from 7-8 :30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 13, in the Eden Prairie Schools Administrative Services Building, 8100 School Road. Dr. Michele Denize Strachan will be speaking on “Nutrition and nutritional supplementation in A DHD: from chaos to sound decision making.” Strachan is part of the clinical faculty of Behavioral Pediatrics at the U of M. Info: Cindy Lea, MA, at (612) 965-3052 or Cindy@SucceedingwithADD.com.
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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.
The Eden Prairie Lions is a volunteer organization of civicminded people representing a cross-section of the community. The club meets the fi rst and third Mondays of the month at Camp Eden Wood, 6350 Indian Chief Road. “Think about joining. As an Eden Prairie Lion you’ll help your community, gain valuable skills, network with others, energize your life, make an impact and have fun,” according to a news release. Info: eplions.org or (612) 825-5100 (Ted Muller, Lions president).
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“Meet with other business owners and executives so you can take control of your business, improve your profitability and create your vision of success,” according to a news release. The group meets from 7:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 2, 7, 15 and 16 at the Minneapolis Marriott Southwest (Opus), 5801 Opus Parkway, Minnetonka. Info: John Kurth at (952) 942-8560. Sponsor: The Meridian Group. Reservations required.
Speakers by Design 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.
Speakers after Hours Speakers after Hours Toastmasters invites you to improve your public speaking and leadership skills. The group is open to all. Meetings are from 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays at Supervalu Corp. Headquarters, 11840 Valley View Road, Room 203, Eden Prairie. Info: afterhours.freetoasthost.org.
Business Igniters Meets 7:15-8:45 a.m. Tuesdays at the Eden Prairie Community Center. More information is available at bit.ly/
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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 Eden Prairie Lioness Club is a volunteer organization of civic-minded 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.
Community Care Nights Grace Church in Eden Prairie invites anyone struggling with loss, disappointment, poor health, unemployment, depression, grief or any type of addiction or difficult life circumstance, to come Thursday evenings to enjoy a free meal (5:30-6:30 p.m.), teaching and testimony program (6-7 p.m.), and to participate in a facilitated, gender-based sharing or support group (7-8 p.m.). Enter Door No. 1 and follow the signs. Info: atgrace.com/ccn or contact Shelly at sgeoffroy@ atgrace.com or (952) 224-3023.
Super Speakers Toastmasters Group meets from 7-8 a.m. Fridays at Supervalu, 11840 Valley View Road. Free for all. Info: (952) 294-7410 or steve.d.clifton@supervalu.
H2O Masters Toastmasters group meets 7:30-8:30 a.m. the second and fou r t h T ue s d ays of ever y month at Culligan Water, 6030 Culligan Way, Minnetonka. Info: h2omasters.org or (952) 912-2429, JoAnn.
Tagtalk Toastmasters Meets noon-1 p.m. Thursdays at Best Buy Corporate Headquarters, 7601 Penn Ave. S., Richfield. Details are at John.Simmons3@bestbuy.com and (612) 291-7585.
Datamasters Toastmasters group meets 8-9 a.m. the first and third Friday of each month at Datalink Corp., 8170 Upland Circle, Chanhassen. Info: cleeman@ datalink.com or (952) 279-4852, Cheryl Leeman.
Midday Mumblers Toastmasters group meets 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fridays at Supervalu, 19011 Lake Drive E., Chanhassen. Info: (952) 9066470, Morgan Holle.
Meditation A meditation group led by a Buddhist Monk occurs from 10:10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays at the Chanhassen Library. Classes are open to all regardless of level of experience. There is no charge; donations are welcome. For more information call Ralph at (952) 9349727 or e-mail meditation@ triplegem.org.
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‘Living and Growing through Loss’ Five Eden Prairie churches offer a six-week series, “Living and Growing through Loss,” to provide education and support to help individuals involved in the grieving process. The winter session started Jan. 19. Each of the six sessions will provide information and presentation of a topic of interest, as well as a time for sharing in small groups. Sharing groups will be available for adults, suicide survivors, young adults
(age 20-35), teens (age 13-19), and children (age 8-12). Due to the sensitive nature of the topics and ages of the attendees, telephone interviews will be conducted with parents or guardians of those attending the children’s groups. The winter 2012 series will be held at St. Andrew Lutheran Chu rch, 13 6 0 0 Tech nolog y Drive, Eden Prairie, from 5:307:30 p.m. for six Thursdays, through Feb. 23. Advance registration for free childcare is requested by calling St. Andrew Lutheran Church one week in advance of each date. There
is no charge to participate in “Living and Growing through Loss.” A light supper is offered at 5 : 3 0 p.m. For chi ldren’s group registration, call Karen Atkins, (952) 466 -2685. The next meeting is Feb. 2. On Feb. 9, hear Jay Hillestad discuss “Tending the Soul in Grief.”
Mission Fair planned Feb. 5 Prairie Lutheran Church is hosting a Mission Fair from 10-
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Joining in a global spiritual discussion about our future While pursuing my New Year’s resolution to seek out uplifting spiritual materials more, Neale Donald Walsch’s recent book, “The Storm before the Calm,” caught my attention. The book builds on many of the concepts divinely revealed to him in his earlier “Conversations with God” series, namely that each of us is part of God’s essence, expressing here on Earth in a physical existence. Yet Walsch continually reminds us that we are so much more than our physical existence, which provides us the potential to transcend how we perceive challenges we experience on Earth. In The Storm before the Calm, Walsch applies that approach to the many problems facing the world, especially in light of the global social upheavals and calls for major transformations so widespread nowadays. Contrary to many 2012 doomsday scenarios, Walsch encourages us not to fear the major shift taking place on Earth, but rather to
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embrace it as an opportunity to create a “New Cultural Story.” More broadly, he refers to it as the need for an “Overhaul of Humanity.” Walsch asks the question, “How is it possible for 6.9 billion people to all want the same thing – peace, happiness, abundance, opportunity, safety, security and love – and be unable to get it?” He suggests a major obstacle may be that, “… we don’t fully understand about God and about life.” Consequently, he posits that as we come to have a better
understanding, we will realize new human potential. What is intriguing is that Walsch feels a global discussion on these questions and others is essential to shaping a better world, and so he created “The Global Conversation” (theglobalconversation.com) to facilitate that discussion. People from all over the world are engaging in discussion at that website, and a sequel to Walsch’s book will be published composed of different people’s input. Reading some of the international exchanges confirms Walsch’s assertion that such discussions help us know ourselves better as a people, including the oneness that underlies our many faiths. Once again, the power of the Internet to bring people together and effect change amazes me. While looking online for reviews of Walsch’s book, I happened upon a wonderful YouTube piece of Eckhart Tolle (one of my favorite spiritual teachers) interviewing Neale Donald Walsch. The two discuss
many of the ideas found in Walsch’s book and the flow of ideas between them is fascinating, as is the meditation they close with. God comes through so clearly in each of them and the synergy created between them is a joy to watch. Check it out: www.youtube. com/watch?v=UFr3OvPdpb8. All three items were very inspiring, reinforcing my incentive to uphold this New Year’s resolution through this year and beyond. They serve as important reminders of how beneficial it is, especially in a big election year, to unplug from the daily news and our busy routines, and make some quality personal time for spiritual reflection and renewal. I’ve also found it enriching to share inspiring pieces I come across, particularly online, with my daughters and husband. Much of the global conversation Walsch encourages can take place right in our homes, with family and friends. Fortunately, there is no shortage of inspiring spiritual
materials. Seek out those which bring you comfort. I have found many inspiring online prayers, meditations and discussions that I have bookmarked and play when spirit calls. I receive daily prayers and meditations online from my church. Online resources such as Sounds True (www.soundstrue.com), One Spirit Books (www.onespirit. com), and Spiritual Cinema (www.spiritualcinemacircle. com), all help keep me abreast of interesting new works through their newsletters. Receiving newsletters from various spiritual organizations I resonate with also serves to enrich my spiritual life. Browsing the shelves of bookstores, libraries and thrift shops has led me to many spiritual treasures as well. Open to the divine, I am frequently amazed how just the right resource, just the right prayer, makes its way to me in alignment with my spiritual needs at the time. It seems the more we make time to be still, to listen and reflect, the deeper our spiritual connection
becomes, and the richer our life grows. Another one of my New Year’s resolutions that renews itself each year is to maintain the practice of giving thanks for at least five things each day before I go to sleep. Coming across inspirational pieces such as Walsch’s and Tolle’s are some of the things I count as blessings. They form some of the stepping stones along my spiritual path that call me to stay in pursuit of the next spiritual insights, bringing me that much closer to knowing God. Spiritual writer Lauren Carlson-Vohs shares this space with Dr. Bernard E. Johnson, Beryl Schewe and the Revs. Rod Anderson and Timothy A. Johnson. “Spiritually Speaking” appears weekly.
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11 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 5, between worship services. It will be set up like a trade show with information tables on how you can serve others. Featuring: ABD Foundation, Doulos Discovery School, Feed My Starving Children, India Mission-LPGM, Our Saviors Shelter, PROP, Sharing and Caring Hands, Minnesota Teen Challenge and The Colony. Bring your questions and enjoy learning about how you can serve with others. Coffee and treats provided. There is no cost to attend. Prairie Lutheran Church is at 11000 Blossom Road in Eden Prairie, one mile west of 169 off Pioneer Trail and Bennett Place. Info: prairielutheran.org or (952) 829-0525.
Local preschool offers new options Prairie Lutheran Preschool offers new options for the 20122013 preschool year. The new options include: before and after day extending classes, a new start time of 9:15, new four- and six-hour classes in addition to traditional 2.5- and three-hour classes. All children from the ages of 33 months to 5 years are welcome to enroll. The preschool is accepting registrations. Info/tour: (952) 942-1800 or prairielutheran.org. Prairie Lutheran Preschool is one mile west of 169 on Pioneer Trail in Eden Prairie.
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Worship Directory Dynamic and relevant messages N Inspiring music—traditional and contemporary N Active children’s, youth and adult ministry programs N
The Wooddale Church Preschool was recently granted accreditation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The accreditation process took more than a year to complete and included a thorough evaluation of all aspects of the preschool. “For 41 years, Wooddale Preschool has provided children from Wooddale and the surrounding community with a well-rounded preschool experience that includes teaching the values of the Christian faith through guided conversations, spontaneous teachable moments, Bible stories and songs. The teaching staff is focused on helping children develop spiritually, socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively,” according to a news release. Two-day, three-day and fourday classes are available for children from 3 to 5 years of age. A typical week includes large muscle activity, snacks, devotions, music, learning centers, circle time (for news and stories) and hands-on experience. Registration is open for the 2012-13 school year. Info: wooddalepreschool.com or (952) 944-3770.
West Suburban Grief Coalition The West Suburban Grief Coalition will hold its weekly meeti ngs from Ma rch 1 through May 31 at Oak Knoll Lutheran Church, 600 County Road 73, Minnetonka. T he meetings begin at 4 p.m. with a social time, at 4:30 p.m. there is a speaker and at 5 p.m. individual break-out groups are held. The groups consist of Spouse Loss, Child Loss and Friends & Family (all other) and end at 6 p.m. Info: (952) 546-5433.
Just South of U.S. 212 on Eden Prairie Road
Eden Prairie
United Methodist Church “Open hearts – Open minds – Open doors” Pastor Dan Schneider-Bryan
Sunday Worship 9:00 &10:30 AM (nursery care provided)
Web: atgrace.com 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 Children’s programming at 9:30 and 11:00
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at St. Andrew West Sunday 9:30 a.m. 112090 Hundertmark Rd
Lutheran
(2 Blocks West of State 41 on Hundertmark)
at St. Andrew Saturday 5:00 pm Pastoral Team Sunday 9:00 am and 10:30 am Alan Loose Sunday 6:00 pm LiveWire Tasha Genck Morton Roger Schindel
13600 Technology Drive
(Along State Hwy. 5/212 one mile west of 494)
Sunday School
www.victorylcms.org
ONE CHURCH TWO LOCATIONS
952-937-2776 www.standrewlu.org
(3 yrs.–8th grade)
(1 blk. west of Mitchell Rd.)
www.prairiechurch.org
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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9:00 AM
15050 Scenic Heights Road Eden Prairie 952-937-8781
952-934-0956 Sunday worship 9:00 AM Chris an Educa on for all ages – 10:15 AM
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Wooddale Preschool gets accreditation
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One Anothering Immanuel Lutheran Church 16515 Luther Way, Eden Prairie • 952-937-8123 (2 blocks N. of Hwy. 5 on Cty. Rd. 4)
Sunday Worship Services (nursery available) Traditional Services: 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Contemporary Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Saturday Worship Service at 5 p.m. Visit us at www.Immanuel.us
Eden PraIrIe PresbyterIan Church
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J oin us for a relevant message and inspiring music! Join Sunday Worship 9:00 & 11:00 am Sunday Education & Wednesday Learning 952 952--829 829--0525 www.prairielutheran.org
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Pax Christi Catholic Community 12100 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie Father Patrick Kennedy, Pastor
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Building Friendships, Building Families, Building Faith
Weekend Masses Saturday Sunday
5:00PM 9:00AM, 11:00AM, 5:00PM
Weekday Masses Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
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Prairie Hill Evangelical Free Church
Youth Group 6 pm Young Adults 7:30 pm
Dr. Jerry Erickson, Pastor
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Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Treasure Seekers and Sunday School Classes for all ages: 9:15 am Wednesdays: Family Meal at 5:30 pm, Awana at 6:30 pm
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publicnotices
NEWS BRIEFS
The purpose of this report is to provide summary 2012 budget information concerning the City of Eden Prairie to interested citizens. The budget is published in accordance with Minn. Stat. Sec. 471.6965. This budget is not complete; the complete budget may be examined at the Eden Prairie City Center located at 8080 Mitchell Road in Eden Prairie. The City Council approved this budget on December 6, 2011. 2012 Budgeted Governmental Funds 2012 Revenues: Property Taxes Licenses and Permits Intergovernmental Revenues State Other Local Units Charges for Services Fines and Forfeitures Interest on Investments Miscellaneous Revenue Total Revenues
$
2011
32,097,265 2,674,125
Expenditures: Current General government Public safety Streets and Highways Culture and Recreation Economic Development Debt Service Principal Interest and Fiscal Charges Capital Outlay Total expenditures Excess (deficiency) of revenues over (under) expenditures
$
31,274,612 2,419,837
874,004 114,298 4,077,921 455,000 200,000 220,000 40,712,613
900,596 111,403 3,403,281 463,330 200,000 228,275 39,001,334
3,796,672 17,396,190 5,404,827 9,515,581 2,270,654 2,400,000 631,100 251,144 41,666,168
3,626,079 16,817,085 5,308,013 8,945,157 2,262,280 2,495,000 935,724 225,593 40,614,931
(953,555)
(1,613,597)
Other financing sources (uses): Operating transfers in Operating transfers out Total other financing sources (uses)
270,000 0 270,000
Excess (deficiency) of revenues and other financing sources over (under) expenditures and other financing uses
$
(683,555)
Property Tax Levy Requirement to fund this Budget
SUBMITTED PHOTO BY ALEX STRATE
Congressman Keith Ellison and the Young Democrats Club of Eden Prairie High School on the set of Democratic Visions at the Southwest Community TV studio. Club president Cyrus Safinia (to the right of Rep. Ellison) helped arrange the Jan. 10 visit with the program producers. Ellison and the club members appear in the February edition of Democratic Visions.
Students meet Congressman
270,000 0 270,000
$
(1,343,597)
32,458,990
32,209,673
2012 Budgeted Enterprise Funds 2012 Budget Water
2011 Budget Water
7,875,662 $
7,587,623
7,875,662 8,066,784
Operating income (loss) Nonoperating income (int, s.a.):
Sales and cost of sales: Sales Cost of sales Total Gross Profit & Operating Revenues
$
Operating expenses:
Income (loss) before operating transfers Operating transfers out: Net income (loss)
$
2012 Budget Storm Drainage
2012 Budget Sewer
2011 Budget Sewer
4,994,714 $
4,593,719
7,587,623
4,994,714
7,993,649
6,639,849
(191,122)
(406,026)
(1,645,135)
48,000
47,583
(143,122)
(358,443)
(260,000)
(260,000)
(403,122) $
(618,443)
$
20,000 (1,625,135)
$
2011 Budget Storm Drainage
2012 Budget Liquor
1,267,523 $
1,058,432
4,593,719
1,267,523
1,058,432
12,225,931 $ (9,134,921) 3,091,010
6,666,355
2,423,562
2,379,851
2,112,298
2,044,030
(2,072,636)
(1,156,039)
(1,321,419)
978,712
956,950
310,800
11,000
48,945
48,575
(845,239)
(1,310,419)
1,027,657
1,005,525
(1,027,657)
(1,005,525)
20,000 (2,052,636)
0
0
$ (1,625,135) $ (2,052,636)
(10,000) $
(855,239) $
$
2011 Budget Liquor
(10,000) (1,320,419)
$
11,869,846 (8,868,866) 3,000,980
0$
0
(Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, February 2, 2012; No. 3276) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2012 CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM Notice is hereby given that the City of Eden Prairie, pursuant to Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, is holding a public hearing on March 6, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the Eden Prairie City Council Chambers, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, for the purpose of: The public hearing is on the housing and community development needs of the city and the City’s proposed use of the 2012 Community Development Block Grant Program planning allocation of $243,436. See the list below for information on the proposed use of 2012 funds. The Eden Prairie City Council will act on the proposed allocation of funds at its March 6, 2012 meeting. The City of Eden Prairie is proposing to undertake the following activities with 2012 CDBG funds on or about July 1, 2012.
ACTIVITIES
BUDGET
PROP Emergency Housing Assistance Child Care Programs (Subsidy) Household & Outside Maintenance for Elderly (HOME) CAPSH Car Repair Housing Rehabilitation Deferred Loan Program Fair Housing Initiative Program Administration Total
$ 25,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 9,000.00 $ 8,000.00 $164,659.00 $ 2,434.00 $ 24,343.00 $243,436.00
It is anticipated that the Housing Rehabilitation Program and the CDBG Loan Program for Affordable Rental Units will generate program income during 2012. Any program income received will be used to cover expenses generated in an existing CDBG Program or activity and not just expenses related to the activity generating the income, as authorized by the City Council. For additional information on the proposed activities, level of funding, program objectives and performance, contact the City of Eden Prairie at 952-949-8439. This material can be provided to you in different forms on request, such as large print, if you call 952-949-8300 (voice) or 952-949-8399 (TTD/TTY). The public hearing is being held pursuant of MS 471.59. (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, February 2, 2012; No. 3272) NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS IMPROVEMENT CONTRACT 12-5806 BID REQUEST FOR 2012 STREET SWEEPING BIDS CLOSE: 10:00 a.m., Thursday, February 16, 2012 Eden Prairie City Hall 8080 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Telephone: 952-949-8330 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed bids will be received, opened and read aloud at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, February 16, 2012, in the presence of the City Engineer or the designated representative at the City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie, Minnesota for street sweeping approximately 220 miles of City streets. Bidders desiring a copy of the Specifications and Proposal Form may obtain them from the office of the City Engineer. Each bid must be accompanied by a bid bond or certified check for at least five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid, made payable to the City of Eden Prairie, as liquidated damages if the Bidder, upon the letting of the Contract to him, shall fail to enter into the Contract so let. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the date and time set for opening of the bids. Payment to the Bidder will be by check within 30 days after completion of the work. The City Council reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive minor irregularities and informalities therein and further reserves the right to award the Contract in the best interest of the City. All proposals must be addressed to: City of Eden Prairie, Engineering Division, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344, and shall be endorsed thereon: Bid for 2012 Street Sweeping
(I.C. 12-5806) Bids Due: 10:00 a.m., Thursday, February 16, 2012 A d d e n d u m N o. ( s ) _________________ included (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, February 2, 2012; No. 3273) Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State Assumed Name/Certificate Of Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 File Number: Date Filed: January 20, 2012 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required as a consumer protection, in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. 1. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Starkey Hearing Technologies 2. Principal Place of Business: 6600 Washington Avenue South, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary: Starkey Laboratories, Inc. – 6600 Washington Avenue South, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the appli-
cable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Signature: Susan Mussell - Secretary Anita Wagner - Contact Person 952-947-4814 Date: 01/05/2012 (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, February 2 and 9, 2012; No. 3274) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLANNING COMMISSION Monday, February 13, 2012 – 7:00 PM City Center - 8080 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Project: Juris Addition (Metropolitan Ford) Location: 12790 Plaza Drive Developer: Rehder & Associates NOTICE: Residents of Eden Prairie are invited to attend a public hearing about a proposal for a Preliminary Plat of 14.16 acres into two lots. This is the first of at least two public hearings on this project. The meeting is televised live on cable channel 16 and rebroadcast on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. The developer is requesting the following actions by the City: • Planned Unit Development Concept on 14.16 acres • Planned Unit Development District Amendment in the C-REG-SER District with waivers on 14.16 acres • Zoning District Amendment within the C-REG-SER District on 14.16 acres • Preliminary Plat of 14.16 acres into 2 lots and road right of way 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 Friday prior to the meeting date will be distributed in the Commission packets. (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, February 2, 2012; No. 3275)
“Unrestricted corporate political contributions and voter ID initiatives are among the issues addressed by U.S. Representative Keith Ellison on the February edition of Democratic Visions,” according to a news release. The Minnesota District 5 Congressman fielded questions from host Tim O’Brien and Charles Adams and Alette Gilje of the Eden Prairie High School Young Democrats Club for the taping of the cable TV program at the Southwest Community TV studios in January. “Ellison also talks about the money transfer crisis that has made it very difficult for Minnesotans to send help to their families in Somalia. Ellison has visited Somali refugees in northern Kenya and is working to re-establish their lifelines from Minnesota. The area has been gripped by famine and lawlessness,” the release said. “On a lighter note, Adams and Gilje join other Young Democrats in a parody of what a DFL stand-up comedy club might be like. The students make up the audience in a sketch that has been co-written and performed by longtime Eden Prairie resident Doug Lind.” Democratic Visions is produced by Eden Prairie, Minnetonka and Edina volunteers for DFL Senate District 42. Segments of the program are posted on the web at dfl sd42. org/. In Hopkins, Minnetonka, Edina, Rich field and Eden Prairie, Democratic Visions can be seen on Comcast Channel 15 on Sundays at 9 p.m. and Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.
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.
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PROP Shop needs of the week The PROP Shop is seeking donations of socks for women. Most helpful are socks made to be worn with sneakers or boots, not thin dress socks for use with dress shoes or flats. 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 and a list of other needed items, visit propshopEP.org, email info@ propshopEP.org, or call (952) 934-2323.
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PROP needs of the week The food shelf is most in need of peanut butter and jelly, toilet paper, rice, apple juice, canned meat and crackers. Your cash donations enable PROP to use its buying power for food, supplies and fi nancial
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The Hennepin County Citizens Academy will help residents better understand the scope of county government by giving attendees the chance to interact with county leaders and elected officials, including the commissioners, county
The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners is seeking applicants for a vacancy on the Lower Minnesota River Watershed District Board, due to the expiration of Leonard Kremer’s term of office on March 20. “A Lower Minnesota River Watershed District Board member may not be a public officer of the county, state or federal government and must be a resident of the district, which in Hennepin County includes portions of Bloomington and Eden Prairie. Board members serve three-year terms,” according to a news release. The deadline for applications is Feb. 23. Interviews for the vacancy will be held at the next board committee meeting. Info: hennepin.us/volunteering.
Literacy Council seeks volunteers Help adults reach their educational goals and earn their GED. Tutor, teach or assist in a classroom with the Minnesota Literacy Council. In two to three hours per week, you could help people in your community expand their opportunities and change their lives through education. The literacy council provides training and support. To find out more, email volunteer@mnliteracy.org, call Allison at (651) 251-9110 or visit mnliteracy. org/volunteers/opportunities/ adults.
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Health Supplies MSU Dental Hygiene student looking for people who have not had their teeth cleaned in 3+ yrs. Receive discounted services on cleaning, xrays & exams. Call Cassie 651-307-4933
Childbirth Classes being offered in Lakeville and Prior Lake! Treasured Birth, LLC begins a new 12-week series starting 2/2/12! Taught by experienced Doula and Childbirth Educator Kelly Martin. To register call 952-212-8634, or email babydoulateacher @yahoo.com
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE Firewood Fireplace/Fuel
Child Care
2.5 year dry oak, mixed hardwood. 4x6x16: $115; Guaranteed to burn. Free delivery, stacking. Serving the Metro since 1985. 763688-4441
Childcare opening, including infant, in Shakopee. 12 years experience. Call Erin 952-451-1577.
Dry Firewood: Mixed Hardwood, ½ cord 4'x12'x16”: $165, 4'x8'x16”: $120. Free delivery. 952-445-5239, Steve
SERVICES
Diabetic test strips wanted. Most brands. Will pay cash. Local pick up. Call Ted at 612-216-6266
Belle Plaine Sales
Office/Commercial RENTALS Office/Commercial LIGHT INDUSTRIAL Drive-In's & Docks Available Immediately Intersections of 41/ 169. 952-484-9675 Office/ Business space for rent. West 2nd St., Chaska. 952-448-2577
Belle Plaine Sales
128 Meridian St. N., Belle Plaine. 952-873-6617
HUGE CLEARNACE SALE! 2 days only, Sat, Feb. 4, 10am-6pm. Sun , Feb. 5, 12-6-pm 30% off Everything or make an offer Stainless steel refrigerators and stainless steel dishwasher, 1930's oak DR table & 6 chairs, huge wall unit with desk, China hutch, 18 HP garden tractor, portable ice fishing house, furniture, aquariums & much more! Come early for the bargains!
Jordan Rentals
Savage Rentals
2 BR apartment from $795 1 BR from $695 Heat & water paid 1 cat OK. Garage/Storage inc. 952-361-6864
1 BR apartment. Heat, water, W/D, garbage included. $545. 952-2154711 2 BR duplex, W/D, no pets. 3/1/12. $675/ $775. 952-492-6911
1BR $635, 2BR $735. Pets ok. 952-356-0611
Retail/ office space, main street, Chaska. High traffic, corner lot. $6.50/s.f. 612-750-7436 Shop 2300', $1,300. Garage 576', $250. Separable. Shakopee. 612720-2122
Wanted to Rent Professional family seeking newer, multi bedroom home. Prior Lake. Write to: Box 291 Rosemount 55068
Large 2 BR Apt. Washer, Dryer, Utilities included. No smoking, $795. mo. Steve 612875-5505
Chaska’s Luxury Adult Community 1 & 2 Bedroom Homes Cats & Small Dogs Welcome
Carver Rentals
STUFF! For Sale
Chaska Rentals
1 BR, $685-710, all utilities included. No pets/ non-smoking. 952-3613245
Chaska Rentals 2 BR Condo, near Chaska Commons. FP, detached garage, includes utilities. $895. 952-448-3210 2/ 3 BR townhomes, garage included, $795 & $950. 952-448-6549
Exceptional Value
Heat Included Y Washer/Dryer in your Home Y Spacious Floor Plans Y Garage Available Y Calendar of events Y
952-448-9201
Warm & Inviting – A Must See!
Jordan Rentals 1 & 2 BR apartments, (heat, hot/cold water, garbage included) $600$675, no pets. 612-5996245
Prior Lake Rentals 1 BR, lower level apt. in professional bldg, in downtown Prior Lake. $550. utilities included. 612-865-6387 2 BR condo, garage. Pet OK. Includes water, sewer, $925. Available March 1st. 952-4404112 2 BR, quiet 4-plex. No pets, $700. 952-4963485 3 BR townhome on Prior Lake with boat slip. Walk-out, newly remodeled. $2,100/ mth. 952457-3323 3 BR, 2 BA, attached double garage. Across from park. Fireplace. 612-240-5560 Prior Lake- 2 BR. $795/ mo. Available now. Patio/ balcony, cats OK, please call 952-653-2105, 952-5941791, or 651-470-4017
LIVE AMONG FRIENDS! 55 and better Lynn Court Apartments 4350 West 124 th, Savage, MN 1 & 2 BR starting at $680 Your pet is welcome 952-894-4719
Shakopee Rentals
1 BR APARTMENT Section 8 project Low income rent to qualifying persons. Age 62 or older. 30% of income Smoke-free units available
Shakopee Housing 952-403-1086 Studio apt., $599/mth, $500 security, utilities paid. Non-smoking. Available. 952-457-5003 3 BR Townhome for rent. 2 + car garage. W/D in unit. $1100. + utilities. Avail 2/1, 952200-8629
To learn more about these businesses, go to www.imarketplace.mn Call (952) 345-3003 to place an ad
BUILDING
CLEANING
Builder's Edge Remodeling, Windows, Basements, Additions, Cabinets. Licensed. 952-492-3170
A Clean House= Big smiles. Experienced, Responsible, References. 952-361-6237
BUILDING
Additions Remodeling Basements Porches Fireplaces Kitchens, Baths New Construction Concrete/Blockwork 952-445-6604
to the Classifieds! 952-345-3003
Free Estimates Locally owned since 1979 MN lic#4327
www.fandbconst.com ~ PARAMOUNT REMODELING, INC. ~ Where Your Dreams Are Paramount *Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling *Distinctive Hardwood Flooring
*Lower Level Finishing *Decks & Exteriors
NO JOB TOO SMALL *** Mention this ad for a 10% discount. Call today for a free consultation (952) 607-6726 MN Lic. 20483289, Fully Insured
Highland Home Services Inc.
952-393-9534, Deanne Home and Office Cleaning. Experienced, reliable, reasonable rates. Aliene's Clean & Shine Home Cleaning. I'm hardworking, reliable, honest, bonded. 612250-4602 Christian cleaning, references, 29 years experience. Cheryl 612-2515927 Expert Cleaning: I am a hard worker, reliable, trustworthy. I use my own supplies & vacuum. Very flexible scheduling. What works for you, works for me. 952-406-2478
FLOORING
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
Carpet & Vinyl Shop-At-Home Save $$
952-445-4056 www.fonderscarpet.com
Remodeling ...Repair ... Design www.highlandhomeservices.com
30 years experience
Steve Jenness
cell 612-418-2277
fax 952-447-1211
sjenness@integraonline.com
lic#20628802
MAGNUM CONSTRUCTION CO.
Over 19 Years Experience Licensed and Insured
DRAPERIES
HEATING/AIR COND
Drapes, Blinds, Fabrics, Upholstery, Bedspreads. Lakes Interiors. 38 yrs. 952-447-4655.
Heating, plumbing, remodel and repair, and replacement, new construction. 952-492-2440
Basements • Room Additions Complete Home Remodeling Decks/Porches
Big Enough To Help~Small Enough To Care
952-461-4540
www.magnumconstructioncomp.com
Quality Work
Value & Trust!
ELECTRICAL #Priority Electric Inc. Licensed- Bonded- Insured. No job too small. 952-403-9200 POWERTECH Electric. Local. Owner operated. Licensed, insured, clean. Rich: 952-292-8683
651-503-3038
imperialmn.com
Savage, MN
FLOORING CABINETRY S & S CUSTOM WOODWORKS. Quality Cabinets. Quality Service. 952-442-9887
CABINETRY KB Custom Cabinets Kitchens, Entertainment Centers, Bars, Built-ins Vanities, Counter Tops. 952-445-7790
MOVING/STORAGE
MOVING?
You Call - We Haul
Completely Enclosed Truck Very Reasonable Rates
ODD JOBS Quality Remodeling and Home Repairs A Minnesota Greenstar Qualified contractor
References, Lic & Ins Mn Lic. 20632058 Kevin Hayes
(612)867-8287
kevin@hmwhome.com www.hmwhome.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
Bruce Mackenthun Does It All! WindowDoor- Deck specialist! Professional services. 952-270-9166. Lic #BC452534 Ins. www.brucedoesitall.com
Floor Installation Sanding & Refinishing Carpet, Tile & Vinyl Installation Exceptional Quality Great Service
952-440-WOOD (9663)
*A and K PAINTING* Ext/Int Paint/ Stain ~Carpentry/ Repair~ Free Estimates Ins/ Bonded
952-474-6258 Major credit cards accepted
Breimhorst Painting. Interior/ Exterior. Insured. Albie: 952-261-2234 MJ Painting Interior/ Exterior painting & staining. 952-445-2904 Marvin Jeurissen Quality Interior Painting. Reliable, Professional, Experienced. 952-334-0977 Jerry Fehn
PLASTER/DRYWALL
PLUMBING/SEPTIC Father/ son plumbing company. Licensed, bonded, insured. Working for you! R&D Plumbing952-237-0115
ODD JOBS
Handy Home Repair Service, Inc. Any Task... Just Ask Insured, References, Licensed #20374699
612-201-6316, bgmach3_3@hotmail.com www.handyhomerepairservice.com
ROOFING
Schedule your Holiday & Winter painting now!
No wall too small
New Prague
ODD JOBS
Buckets of Color
Interior/Exterior V Storm/Water Damage VTextured Ceilings/Walls VInsurance Repairs VCustom Faux Finishes/Murals VFully Insured/References VFriendly, Honest Service FREE ESTIMATES 952-8 873-4 4679 612-3 366-2 2739 Paul
952-448-3761
952-758-2552
PAINT/WALLPAPER
V
Ken's HANDYMAN SERVICE Repairs, Installations & Home Improvements. Call Ken: 952-445-1836
We Haul Moving
ABOVE ALL HARDWOOD FLOORS & CARPET
PAINT/WALLPAPER
Plumbing, heating, remodel and repair, new construction. 952-4922440
•Roofing •Siding •Windows
952-882-8888 Call today for your Free Inspection! Family Owned & Operated www.capstonebros.com
Lic# 20609967
KREUSER ROOFING, INC. 952-492-3842 952-412-4718(cell)
Why Wait Roofing LLC
Lic# 20632183
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
SNOW REMOVAL
UPHOLSTERY
#1 Schieber's Outdoor Services. Commercial Residential. Senior Discount. Joe: 952-2924445, landscapesos.com
Discounted fabrics... drapes, bedspreads, residential/ commercial. 39 years' experience. 952-447-4655
MISC HOME SERVICES
MISC HOME SERVICES
Storm damage repairs Defective shingle claims Family owned & operated Thousands of satisfied customers Professional and Courteous
CERTIFIED Home Inspections Radon & Mold Testing 952-994-4771 www.moldtesting.Pro
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Small Business Estates
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Eden Prairie Tax & Accounting
Carver Tax Service
Wants to be your hometown provider of tax preparation, bookkeeping and basic accounting services.
Cathy L. Steigerwald, E.A.
Check us out!
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or call us today at (952)715-6800
Wallace Kopisca, CPA Linda Kopisca
New clients. Expires 4/15/2012.
OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK!
Shakopee: 952-445-7167 Belle Plaine: 952-873-3262 New Prague: 952-758-2110
Call 952-345-3003 to reserve space for your Tax Preparation service
carvertax@comcast.net carvertaxservice.com
Ralph W. Bailey, CPA Tax & Accounting Services
952-445-3040 132 Holmes St., Shakopee
2011 Tax Preparation Charges
Experienced, professional personal service at a reasonable price. Year-round service. Call or email for appt: 952-240-5279
Business & Personal Tax Service
Linda Muhlenhardt, CPA
Weekend hrs. available
612-743-7439 rwbtax@gmail.com
8782 Egan Dr., (CR 42) Savage, MN 55378
(952) 895-0211 www.Immcpa.net
Full-Time
Full-Time
Service Writer Ditch Witch of Minnesota is seeking service writer for busy shop. Experience not required but is a plus. Computer skills are required. Benefits include: Medical, dental, 401K, disability & uniforms. Fax resume to: 952-445-0035 or mail to: 12826 Emery Way, Shakopee, MN 55379. No phone calls please
Sales/ Marketing Outside Sales Rep Ditch Witch of Minnesota is looking for a motivated individual to fill a position supporting directional drilling customers with after market support products throughout Minnesota. Competitive compensation package, vehicle, medical, dental, 401K. Fax resume to: 952-445-0035 or mail to: 12826 Emery Way, Shakopee, MN 55379. No phone calls please.
Come join us at Univita UNIVITA is dedicated to helping people live and age with independence. By providing a single place to find and manage resources which support independent living, UNIVITA makes it easier to access care and to age safely at home. Currently hiring Licensed RN's & SW for Care Managers, Behavioral Coordinator & U M Generalist in Eden Prairie, MN: Great people join Univita because we provide.... Convenient southwest suburb location Normal business hours (Mon thru Fri) Future work at home opportunities Comfortable casual work environment Opportunity to build clinical & care management expertise Competitive pay & benefits Please submit all resumes to kwhite@source2.com attention to Kevin.
116 E. 2nd Street, #108 Chaska, MN 55316
Experienced Truck Mechanic
Shakopee Rentals
Full-Time EMPLOYMENT
3BR/ 2BR off Marshall Private patio playground remodeled, 722 Garden Ln. $750/$800 612-3257954 Sandalwood Studiosfull kitchenettes, nightly/ weekly/ monthly rates available. 952-277-0100
Full-Time WORK FROM HOME!
Put your faith first, Family second with an Opportunity to earn a Great income! 952-934-4305
REAL ESTATE Houses By Owner. Custom Home, 3 ac. on MN River Valley Bluff between Carver & Jordan. h4s.weebly.com House for sale: 9875 Spring Rd, EP $298,000 952-240-8940 New home, 3 car garage, walkout, custom cabinets, roomy floor plan. $169,900, New Prague. Zero down financing, Randy Kubes Realtor 612-599-7440
Lots/Acreage Farmland for Sale & Wanted. Randy Kubes, Realtor... 612-599-7440
Auburn Homes and Services in Chaska is currently hiring for the following positions: Memory Care Coordinator LPN Assisted Living Care Attendants Nursing Assistants Please so our website at www.auburnhomes.org for details. EOE/AAP Beautician & Nail Tech Openings- Busy Salon. Commission or Rental. FT/PT. 952-445-3300, 952-215-9904, Debi
Mobile Homes Belle Plaine, 1350 s.f., 3 BR, LR, DR, kitchen, bath, laundry room, all appliances included. Wood-burning stove, storage shed. Will consider financing. 952-8736085/ 612-741-8808.
NA/R FT Evening & FT Nights Shakopee Friendship Manor HCC 1340 W. Third Ave. Shakopee, Call Lynn-
952-445-4155
Townhouses 3 BR, 1.5 BA, Townhome in Shakopee. $125k-$130k. 952-2008629
Full-Time Warehouse/ Order Filling Fashion jewelry and accessories distributor located in Chanhassen currently accepting applications for energetic, detail oriented person to pull product for customer orders. Must be fluent in English and have strong numerical aptitude. Position requires standing and some lifting. 40 hrs/ week 8:30am to 5pm. Send resume to: pallar@howards jewelry.com
Truck Technician & Maintenance Supervisor Positions Allied Waste Services is currently seeking a Truck Technician and a Maintenance Supervisor to join our truck maintenance team. Truck Technician Performs preventive maintenance on all types of trucks and/or equipment to maximize safe and productive operations. This is a 2nd shift entry-level position. Qualifications: Prior technical school training or mechanic exp. Valid commercial drivers license or ability to obtain license within first 90 days of employment High school diploma or G.E.D. Maintenance Supervisor Maintains the safety and productivity of a large refuse truck fleet by supervising and coordinating activities of the shop personnel. This is a first-line supervisor position on our 2nd shift, responsible for directing the workflow within our maintenance shop. Qualifications: 4-6 years of vehicle maintenance experience Two years supervisory or lead experience High school diploma or G.E.D. ASE Certification, technical school training and knowledge of DOT, OSHA and other applicable safety and health standards Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel and ability to learn company specific applications Class A or B commercial drivers license pref. Applications accepted through February 17, 2012 9813 Flying Cloud Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55347 Or email your resume to kjeurissen@republicservices.com or fax to (952) 946-5266 Attn: HR Physical exam and pre-employment drug testing required. EOE M/F/D/V
Join the team Driven by Excellence!
Telemarketers Needed The Redwoods Company, a local merchant provider, is currently looking for telemarketers in Savage office. Fun environment, bonus incentives, flexible schedule. Ideal candidate should have great communication skills, positive attitude & basic computer knowledge. Experience preferred but not required. No weekends or evenings. Call Cheyenne 952-440-0600
Call Classifieds 952-345-3003
Shop Classifieds: southwestshopnow.com
Mechanic Ditch Witch of Minnesota is seeking experienced technician with formal hydraulics and electrical system training. Computer skills are a plus. Benefits include: Medical, dental, 401K, disability & uniforms. Fax resume to: 952-445-0035 or mail to: 12826 Emery Way, Shakopee, MN 55379. No phone calls please.
Certified Veterinary Technician Needed! Our four doctor AAHA accredited practice in Prior Lake is seeking an experienced, FT CVT who has a minimum two years of experience, is committed to personal & professional growth, development & ways to push your edge. River Valley Veterinary Service is well equipped with excellent support staff, electronic medical records, digital radiography, full dental capabilities, endoscopy, & more. We are community focused, progressive and we are expanding! We offer an excellent competitive compensation package. View our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/rivervalleyvet. Please email your resume to Kathy@rivervalleyveterinary.com
IWCO Direct is the fastest growing integrated solutions provider for direct marketers. Our company provides direct marketing campaigns for some of the most recognizable companies in the country and offers print, envelope (printing and converting), promotional plastics, personalization, bindery, lettershop, and Automated Marketing Program (AMP) services. If you are interested in a career opportunity that offers innovative employee programs and fosters an environment where individuals are encouraged to make a difference, we'd like to hear from you. We are currently seeking energetic, team-oriented individuals for the following positions: Machine Operators Printer Operators Technicians Press Roll Tenders Quality Assurance Coordinators Warehouse Material Handlers Shipping & Receiving Coordinators IWCO Direct is located in Chanhassen, MN, a suburb of Minneapolis. IWCO Direct offers an excellent work environment along with a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, an onsite fitness center, and the opportunity to work with some of the most talented people in the industry. For more information about IWCO Direct or to apply for open positions, please visit our website at: www.iwco.com/careers.html. EEO/AA/M/F/D/V
Accounting Assistant Rahr Malting Co. based in Shakopee, Minnesota is a world leader in supplying products and services to the brewing industry. We are currently looking for an Accounting Assistant to provide general accounting and administrative assistance on a full-time basis. Responsibilities include: Data entry into a variety of accounting functions such as payroll, A/P, A/R, cash management, reconciliation of inventory and fixed asset responsibilities. Invoicing and input receipts and shipments into management information system Prepare general ledger entries Qualified candidates will have a two-year associates degree (or equivalent experience) with emphasis in accounting. Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary. Candidates must be detailoriented and organized with ability to set priorities, work independently and accurately within deadlines. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, 10Key data entry, typing by touch, and a general knowledge of accounting software. Rahr offers comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, life and vision insurance. We offer a 401-k Savings and Pension Plan, Health and Dependant Care - Flexible Spending Account. Starting hourly wage will be dependent upon experience and capability with a minimum of $13.00 per hour. If interested, please submit your resume to Mike Mayne at: mmayne@rahr.com and indicate "Accounting Assistant position" in the subject line, or mail applications to: Rahr Malting Co., 800 W. 1st Ave. Shakopee, MN 55379 EOE
Due to our rapid growth and expansion we are looking for a professional, reliable mechanic to join our team. Emergency Apparatus Maintenance, Inc provides full service and repair of fire apparatus, ambulances and other emergency vehicles. Technician's responsibility includes all aspects of onsite emergency vehicle/equipment repair, maintenance, and testing. Job Requirements: Trade school & experience, personal tools, DOT Certified, current CDL. Preemployment physical and drug screen required. Excellent Benefits: medical/dental/life insurance, premier ESOP retirement plan, 401K, uniforms, tool insurance, Holiday/Vacation pay. MondayFriday daytime hours. Please visit our website for more information and employment application, www.eamservice.com.
GROUP HOME
Part-Time
Part-Time
EP Chamber is looking for an Accounts Receivable specialist for an estimated 16 hours a week with a flexible schedule. Experience in bookkeeping/AR. Perfect position for someone wanting a community position with midday hours. Send resumes and references to: pat.mulqueeny@ epchamber.org.
RN/LPN-12hr day shifts EVERY FRIDAY ONLY NO weekends!!! River Valley Home Care is seeking an experienced, dependable nurse to assist our quad client in his Prior Lake home. He has a g-tube and cpap, and requires "total" cares. Please email me your resume rpariseau@rvhci.com or call Rachelle for more details @ 651-460-4201
Laborer for Home Builder. Knowledge about new construction a plus. Must have good driving record. Must be able to lift heavy items. PT with possibilities of FT. Send resume to: tonia.siehndel @keylandhomes.com Laborerconstruction. $11/ hour. DL required. Lydia, MN 952-4126199 Looking for Massage Therapist to work at Canterbury Park. Chair massage in Poker room “No chair required” Need 100 hours of schooling. Must be honest and self motivated, flexible hours, call: Connie 952-250-3899 Mains'l Services Inc. is seeking Direct Support Professionals (DSP) for locations in the Southwest Metro. DSP's have the opportunity to partner with consumers with disabilities in the community, in group homes, and in the consumer's own home. Duties include assisting with activities of daily living such as personal cares, menu planning, cooking, attending community activities, and light housekeeping. Ideal candidates will be at least 18 years of age, have a valid MN driver's license, and the ability to pass a background check through DHS. Positions available in Chaska, Shakopee, New Prague, and Chanhassen. Please visit our website at www.mainsl.com/ careers/job-openings.php
Gain the rewards that come from supporting individuals with a Developmental disability. We have the following openings in Victoria: FT LPN: 35 hrs a week. We are willing to consider a newly licensed LPN with previous health care or DD experience. We have a LPN hiring bonus! PT Residential Counselors: Work 1-7 shifts per week! AM shifts, evenings and weekends. Qualifications, duties, pay scale and benefits listed on our website! Join a company serving people with DD for over 35 years!
Apply immediately online at www.CommunityLivingHomes.com 952-443-2048 EOE
to view complete list of current openings and to apply online. PT TEMP CUSTOMER SVC REP No Sales. PT up to 30 hrs/week. Customer service and Excel experience a plus. Good phone and organizational skills. Helpful and positive attitude a must. Email resume to dqoa@dqoa-dqoc.com. EOE
StarTribune Newspaper Carrier Needed immediately Shakopee and Chaska, weekend & weekday routes, and PT Sat/Sun. For further information see our website at; www.Chaskadelivery.com
The Software Product Engineering Intern - CS or EE major work a min of 15 hrs wk in Chanhassen johnpo@bsquare.com
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women needs additional volunteers to answer its 24hour crisis line, to facilitate weekly support groups and to provide childcare at our evening support groups. Free training will begin March 3. For more information, call Kim during business hours before Feb. 17, 952-873-4214.
Seasonal Positions Fulltime seasonal underground utility locator. Experience preferred, will train. Independent outdoor work. Company vehicle provided. Please call 763-682-3514
Sales Positions TELEPHONE SALEScalling business owners nationwide from our Jordan office. Leads furnished. 9am-4pm. Earn up to $2000/ week. Call Vern Schwartz, 612810-8097
Positions Wanted Part-time Development Coordinator. Nonprofit experience in fundraising, grant writing and marketing. Email resume to Executive Director at: anneh@propfood.org.
Part-Time
Payroll / Human Resources Assistant Rahr Malting Co. based in Shakopee, Minnesota is a world leader in supplying products and services to the brewing industry. We are currently looking for a part-time Payroll / Human Resources Assistant.
SCOTT COUNTY Residential Property Appraiser Some evenings & weekends will be required. In this position you'll perform duties in the valuation & classification of property for tax assessment purposes. Ongoing job tasks include: performing field inspections, maintaining accurate information in a mass appraisal system, analyzing real estate sales, applying accurate methods to the valuation process, responding to taxpayers concerns, resolving formal and informal appeals, and testifying at local boards of review, county boards of review, and tax court proceedings. MQs: Bachelor's degree in real estate or a related field OR Certified MN Assessor License and 3 years of progressively responsible assessment experience OR Residential Appraisal License through the MN Department of Commerce and 3 years of progressively responsible appraisal experience. Must obtain MN CMA designation within 1 yr of hire. Valid driver's license is required. Salary Range: $44,864 to $60,698DOQ. Selection: Rating of Training & Experience. Closing: 02/08/12. Obtain application from Scott County Employee Relations at (952) 496-8890 or online at: www.co.scott.mn.us. EOE TTY/TDD: (952) 496-8170 Let's Work Together.
This newly created position will provide administrative support to the Director of Human Resources and Employee Benefits. Primary focus will be processing multiple site payrolls. In addition, this assignment will assist in a wide variety of functional areas of the Human Resources Department. Qualified candidates will have a minimum two-year associates degree, (BA/BS strongly preferred) and a minimum of one-year experience processing payroll. Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary. Candidates must be detail-oriented and organized with ability to set priorities, work independently and accurately within deadlines. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, 10-Key data entry, typing by touch, and a general knowledge of payroll software. Starting hourly wage will be dependent upon experience and capability, with a minimum of $18.00 per hour. Opportunities for flexible, self-directed work hours and increased hours to full-time with additional benefits depending on performance. If interested, please submit your resume to Mike Mayne at mmayne@rahr.com and indicate “Payroll / Human Resources Assistant" in the subject line, or mail applications to: Rahr Malting Co., 800 W. 1st Ave., Shakopee, MN 55379 EOE
Groundhog Day is a holiday celebrated on February 2 in the United States and Canada. According to folklore, if it is cloudy when a groundhog emerges from its burrow on this day, it will leave the burrow, signifying that winter-like weather will soon end. If it is sunny, the groundhog will supposedly see its shadow and retreat back into its burrow, and the winter weather will continue for six more weeks. -From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Boats/Motors TRANSPORTATION
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Campers Travel Trailers
Motorcycles
Motorcycles
CASH$$ We buy guns SPORTS STOP Shakopee 952-445-5282
Boats/Motors
1998 Bayliner Capri Fish & Ski boat, 19 ft. 135HP. Inboard, stored inside. Excellent condition $6900. 952-4126417
Cars
Sporting Goods
Hydro Stream Vegas. 20'. 200 HP+++. Complete restoration. 5 passenger. A real head turner! $6,900 or all trades welcome. 952215-5421
Campers Travel Trailers
Cars 2001 Camper, 32', 5th wheel 2 slideouts, golfcart, shed $14,500. Excellent condition. Parked on beautiful wooded lot in Zumbrota, 612-720-8683/ 612-5990184
2000 Harley Davidson 883 Sportster, wife's bike, never rode, must go. 1300 miles, Lots, lots of extras, mint! $7000. 952-890-0905
Honda style 2007 JMST 250cc Scooter. 1329 miles, original owner, 80 mpg, 4 stroke 2 passenger, $2900.00, call Ray 952-402-9110
$$ Wanted $$ JUNK CARS Viking Auto Salvage 651-460-6166
$$ Paid for Junkers/ Repairables FREE TOW. Immediate pickup. Serving Carver/ Scott counties. 952-220-TOWS, 24/7
d the a R U O Y Post ........ way....... 2002 Larson 19' FishNSki, SEI 190, 135 HP Outboard, stored indoors. $11,900. or BO, NADA guide suggested $10,500.00, Jon 612730-8116
2006 Crestliner Lsi Angler 2285. Lots of extras. 60 HP Mercury 4 stroke and dual axle trailer. 763-360-6251
94 Starcraft, 17ft. Aluminum. Walleye, Bass ½ Console 75hp. Mariner & 8hp. Kicker. $6500. 612-554-6725 or bsehlers3242@gmail.com
1991 Fleetwood Southwind Motorhome, Class A, 33ft. Only 38k miles! Smooth runner, fully loaded, sleeps 6, hydraulic leveler, $10,500, 612-669-4172
1995 Winnebago 32' Adventurer. Only 43K miles. All options, excellent condition. Well-maintained. $16,500/BO. 952215-2670
1998 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 36' motorhome, great condition, sleeps 6, 60,000 miles, $31,900 or best offer. Call Gary at 952492-1129.
2004 41' SportsCoach Elite. Fully equipped. 23,000K. Well-maintained. 3 slides. $100,000. 952-797-6264
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1964 Chevy C20, 350 engine, 350 auto tranny, every bolt, nut, part replaced, or sandblasted and painted. 8K. REDUCED- $12,500. 952913-7808
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Bunk bed, black stainless steel, no mattresses, $125. 952-239-5546 Chandeliers, two oak with glass. $75. 952949-2751 China seasonal, 6pc for 12. $75. Cash only, 952-220-5339 Cigar humidor, glass top, cherry wood, big. $40. 612-644- 8377 Cockatiel for sale, with cage, $50. cash only. 612-275-2935 Columbia ski jacket. Blue, womens, small $10. 952-201-9989 Columbia, down jacket. Cream, womens large, fur collar. $10. 952-4927803 Computer desk with 2 drawers. Retro dark stain, $40. 952-4659862 Cordless tools, 6, 18V battery, power glide. $55, b/o 952-220-5339 Couch, Ethan Allen, plaid fabric, good condition, $50. 952-447-4427
Crib quilt, bumper pads. Pottery Barn, pink patchwork. $50. 952294-1198 Crib, 2-1, Jardine, walnut color. New $150. o/bo 952-693-5493 Crib, toddler bed, mattress, wood finish. Good condition, $40. 952-4659862 Custom Made 2 Drawer File Cabinet. $200 B/O. Dan, 612-267-8242. Dining room, 6 chairs, great condition. Custom pad, $500. 952-2396524 Dog kennel black, 6x5 new, pickup, $325. 952378-3622 Downhill skies, 200's. Brand name skies, boots, bindings. $350. 612-644-8377 Dresser, solid oak, 71x32x19, 9 drawer dresser, $150. 952-2395546 Drumset, Mapex V Series, pickup, $250. 952-378-3622
Electric guitar, Revolver SS11,21 fret, 25.5" scale, accessories, $95. 612-210-7303 Electric stove, selfcleaning, white, $125. 612-203-2108 Exercise bike, $350. or best offer. 952-5461084 Fabric or cloth, $10. 612-267-8242 Fish house heater with chimney, regulator, propane tank. $135. 952-239-2362 Frying pan, 10" S.S., Flint Ware, good condition, $12. 952-447-4961 Full size headboard, matching dresser, desk and chair. $385. 952448-2849 Gas range and hood. Kenmore, kept clean, manuals, $125. 952440-2466 German Shepherd puppy. Purebred, AKC. $300. 952-212-9575 Mike Wheelchair, new, $85. 952-440-3357
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Trailer tires, rims. Two 15” 400 miles, $200. set. 952-435-5850 TV Samsung, "52" DLP 720p DVD player. $100. 952-440-2662 TV, HD, RCA 40”. Good condition, $145. 952-440-3357 Vintage dresser with mirror, excellent condition. Medium brown, $200. 952-556-8730 White 4 panel garage door 7' x 8' $100. 952496-2874 Wooden rocker, good condition, $50. 952-4474427
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living in ep Did you know? The March 25, 1993, issue of the Eden Prairie News reported that the Minnesota Vikings were considering a training camp in Eden Prairie. “The only thing new that can be said for the Minnesota Vikings’ three-year-old practice facility at Winter Park in Eden Prairie is that it will remain, at least for now, a practice facility,” a story said. “When the headquarters was built in 1990, there was talk of moving the team’s training camp to Eden Prairie,” the story said, as early as 1991. “Three years later, that still hasn’t happened. Instead the team announced last month it had agreed to a one-year deal with Mankato State University and will hold summer training exercises there for the 29th consecutive year. Source: Eden Prairie News archives
PHOTOS BY KARLA WENNERSTROM
Holy Family students Lauren Hilgers, Nick Lentz, Sam Hagen and Spencer Olson offered bowls from their school.
Condensed Souper Bowl
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his year’s Souper Bowl to benefit PROP was condensed (fewer hours), but still raised more money than last year’s event. As of Monday, the Souper Bowl had raised $10,676 for PROP, the local food shelf and emergency service organization. “The people really came,” said organizer Sharon Peterson.
This date in EP history Feb. 1, 1967 – Ray Mitchell starts the Eden Prairie Fire Department. Source: “Eden Prairie Book of Days” by Ernie Shuldheiss
Turn back the page The Jan. 28, 1993, issue of the Eden Prairie News reported that 20,000 square feet of new indoor ice and its attendant facilities were dedicated that week in ceremonies at Eden Prairie Community Center. “Much of 1992 was spent working on the $2.3 million addition to the city’s” Community Center, according to the story. “Eden Prairie’s newest indoor ice rink is Olympic-sized, measuring 100 feet by 200 feet,” the story said.
Lioness Members Mickey Reynolds, Ramona Schneider and Peg Muller served up soup.
Laura and Ana Haarstad from Chanhassen checked out the bowl-shaped pottery necklaces from local art centers, which were new this year.
The remodel also featured six new locker rooms, a skatechanging area, concessions/ vending room, meeting room and small office. The city also remodeled the Community Center’s entry. Source: Eden Prairie News archives
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Chanhassen Mayor Tom Furlong has apparently lost the donation battle to Eden Prairie Mayor Nancy Tyra-Lukens, who had more money in the jar as the event came to a close Saturday.
Mike Wilcox manned the table for Bluff Creek Elementary School in Chanhassen. Students from several local schools made bowls for the event, which offered a simple meal of soup and bread and a bowl, in exchange for a donation to PROP.
The annual Father and Daughter Sweetheart Dance is set this weekend.
Dates to remember Father and Daughter Sweetheart Dance – 5-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, The Garden Room, Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road. Senior Center Valentine Breakfast – 9-11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 14, Eden Prairie Senior Center. “Funny Money” by the Eden Prairie Players – 7:30 p.m. Feb. 17-18 and 24-25; 2:30 p.m. Feb. 26, Eden Prairie High School Auditorium. Family Bingo Night – 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 30, Eden Prairie Community Center. For more information, see the Let’s Go! Calendar on page 14.
Planners Cindy Evert, Sharon Peterson, Janet Palmer, Todd McIntyre and PROP Executive Director Anne Harnack.