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‘Together with the people of Mkyashi’ EPHS graduate raises funds to build an eco-lodge in Tanzania BY MEG O’CONNOR
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n the village of Mkyashi, about a mile up Mount Kilimanjaro, the average resident makes less than $2 a day, approximately 15 percent of the population is dealing with HIV/AIDS, and many children don’t have the means to go to school. Allison Crocker, an Eden Prairie High School graduate, has founded a group to help the village of Mkyashi.
She and her boyfriend, Sam Barns, started an organization in Tanzania called “Tuko Pamoja Mkyashi,” meaning, “We are together with the people of Mkyashi.” The hope of this project is to make the village of Mkyashi “prosperous, self-sustaining and empowered,” said Crocker. After graduating from Eden Prairie High School in 2007, Crocker started classes at Rollins College in Winter Park, Fla. In the summer of 2010 Barns and Crocker volunteered at an organization called “Orphans in Kilimanjaro,” on Mount Kilimanjaro. They helped children improve upon their English and math skills, as well as other projects throughout the village. “We wanted to do something different and meaningful for the summer before our senior years,” said Crocker. Barns and Crocker will be graduating from Rollins with their MBA’s in April of this year. The work that was done with “Orphans of Kilimanjaro” jumpstarted Crocker’s philanthropic mission, which led to the proposal of the organization “Tuko Pamoja Mkyashi.” “Tuko Pamoja Mkyashi will be an eco-lodge in Mkyashi Village on Mount Kilimanjaro catering to international, educated and adventurous tourists seeking a greater meaning from their experience in Tanzania,” said Crocker. With the building of this eco-lodge there will be employment and other professional development opportunities for the people of Mkyashi. The lodge will serve as a sustainable source of income and resources for the people of the village to someday start their own projects. “I believe that the people in Tanzania have all the motivation they need to succeed, they just don’t have
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Eden Prairie graduate Allison Crocker is pictured in Tanzania, where she is working to raise money for a project to benefit the village of Mkyashi. The children pictured are on their way home from school and wearing their school uniforms.
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EP Police arrest alleged serial burglar BY KARLA WENNERSTROM editor@edenprairienews.com
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Eden Prairie Police arrested alleged serial burglar Stewart Eugene Pesheck, 43, of Richfield last week. Pesheck was charged Feb. 8 with second-degree felony burglary and is in custody in Hennepin County jail. On Feb. 6, while out on bail and while under surveillance, Pesheck drove up to a home on Antlers Ridge in Eden Prairie. According to the Hennepin County District Court complaint, he left his vehicle in the driveway, entered the home, opened the garage door from inside, drove his vehicle in, then drove away. When officers checked the home, they found that a door had been
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Kids EdVenture, the before- and after-school program introduced in the Eden Prairie School District this year, has “achieved very positive outcomes,” according to a report presented to the Eden Prairie School Board Tuesday. The School Board is expected to make a decision at its Feb. 28 meeting on whether to continue the Kids EdVenture pilot program for another year. The program replaced YMCA programming at Oak Point Elementary and Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion. Eden Prairie Community Education Interim Director Terri Johnson gave a presentation on the pilot program at the board’s Feb. 14 meeting. “I think both sides should be given equal time,” Eden Prairie resident Brad Weber told the board before its meeting. He said that representatives of the YMCA should also be able to discuss their program. Weber said his children have attended the Y program at Eden Lake and the Kids EdVenture program at Oak Point. He said in his opinion, the Y program has the edge. “You don’t change something just because it’s neat,” Weber said. “There’s got to be some concrete evidence or reasons to do so.” School Board Member Karla Bratrud said that’s a main question the board is hearing as well, “Why was the pilot started?” According to Johnson’s presentation, Community Education
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A climate-controlled room at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum holds thousands of rare books documenting a half-millennia of natural history. However, Andersen Horticultural Library visitors might find themselves sitting on, rather than reading, an invaluable object. In the early 1970s, the late Gov. Elmer Andersen and his wife, Eleanor, filled the then-new library with commissions by master craftsman George Nakashima – tables, shelves, magazine racks, display cabinets and even a
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Eden Prairie man is defendant in case BY ALEX HALL ahall@swpub.com
A Burnsville company is accused of deceiving a Florida investment fund into making millions of dollars worth of investments, according to a federal lawsuit fi led in St. Paul earlier this month, nearly half of which was never repaid. An Eden Prairie man, Brian S. Baldwin, is named as a defendant in the case. According to the civil complaint, Integrity Dominion Funds claims that they were duped into making $ 3.6 million in short-term loans to Bur nsvi l le -based company Lazy Deuce Capital, and that $1.5 million has yet to be repaid. Founded in 2009, Integrity Dominion is a small private investment fund based out of Loxahatchee, Fla. One of its principals, George Bakalov, lives and works in Minnesota, and around October of 2010, he was told of an investment opportunity by an acquaintance he met at a prayer meeting, Jeff Hagen. Hagen told Bakalov about an investment company called Lazy Deuce Capital, and he said that he’d been able to pay all of his living expenses solely
from income he had received from his investments with Lazy Deuce. Hagen was the company’s director of business development, although according to the suit, Bakalov understood that Hagen wasn’t receiving a salary from the company at the time. Hagen then connected Bakalov with the three principals of Lazy Deuce Capital and its two related companies, Lazy Deuce Development and Semita: Ba ldwin, Brent L . Johnson of Prior Lake and Frank W. Delahanty of St. Paul. Baldwin allegedly pitched the company as having two main competencies: making high-interest, short-term loans to companies with “exotic” collateral, which normal financial institutions would not touch, and making investments that fi nance and profit from other people’s lawsuits. The suit says Lazy Deuce agents often indicated that their investments were highly profitable and very low-risk, a nd Ba ldwi n a nd Joh nson repeatedly said that they did not lend money unless they had secured collateral multiple times the value of the investment. Baldwin and Johnson often said they actually hoped that borrowers would default because it would allow them to claim the supposed ample amount of collateral they possessed.
L a z y Deuce a l leged ly claimed that Integrity Dominion did not need to worry about the details of any particular investment, as they had excellent collateral and ample reserve capital. Johnson and Baldwin also told Integrity Dominion that they had a large amount of money from numerous investors. However, Integrity Dominion claims in the suit that it was “by far” Lazy Deuce’s biggest investor. Integrity Dominion began lending Lazy Deuce money in November 2010 and continued until May 2011. Baldwin, Johnson and Delahanty were once asked if there was any scenario in which Integrity Dominion would not get its money back, and Baldwin, Johnson and Delahanty all allegedly said “no.” By the summer of 2011, Lazy Deuce had defaulted on three of Integrity Dominion’s loans totaling $1.5 million. The lawsuit claims that almost all of Lazy Deuce’s investment capital had come from Integrity Dominion and that they had few other investors of significance. It claims that Lazy Deuce did not have a pool of reserve capital as they had claimed and they did not have any collateral. I n addition, t he lawsuit claims that almost all of Lazy Deuce’s capital was invested in an alleged circular investment
scheme with Dblaine Capital LLC, which is currently the subject of a federal Securities and Exchange Commission lawsuit. Baldwin and Delahanty also allegedly misrepresented the outcome of a lawsuit concerning a previous company of theirs, Bright Dominion, LLC. Just before Lazy Deuce had defaulted on its loans, Johnson told Integrity Dominion that Ba ldwin was leaving Lazy Deuce to deal with personal issues, including alcoholism. However, according to the suit, Baldwin set up another investment company, called Stone Path Financial, almost immediately after leaving. The company’s website closely resembled Lazy Deuce’s website, and said that it was “Powered by Lazy Deuce Development Co.” The suit claims that Baldwin and Johnson were in the process of “dumping Lazy Deuce, pocketing Integrity Dominion’s money and leaving Integrity Dominion with nothing, while moving on to other investment schemes through Stone Path Financial.” Ultimately, the suit accuses Lazy Deuce and its principals of breach of contract, fraudulent misrepresentation, deceptive trade practices and racketeering, among other charges. A representative for Lazy Deuce Capital could not be reached for comment.
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EP starts ‘Beyond the Yellow Ribbon’ program The Eden Prairie Noon Rotary is inviting individuals and businesses who want to help support local military families to a meeting to kick off the city’s “Beyond the Yellow Ribbon” campaign. “We were looking for a service project to get involved with veterans and military families,” said Noon Rotary President Bob Danielson. “Bill Dobbins came across Beyond the Yellow Ribbon.” Dobbins, a veteran and mem-
ber of the Noon Rotary, suggested that the group get involved. A kick-off meeting is set for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22, in the Heritage Rooms at Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road, where the group plans to offer more information on Beyond the Yellow Ribbon, “a program for connecting returning service members and their families with community support, training, services and resources.” The group is working with the A.M. Rotary and Eden Prairie Lions to get the program started. There are a number of steps to complete for the community to be certified.
Danielson said that the idea is to bring together residents and businesses who want to extend services to military families, from legal and financial resources to plumbing and more. “We just kind of want to be [a] one-stop location where a military family or veteran could reach out to if they have a need for a particular service,” Danielson said. “There’s a big need out there to support military families when people are deployed as well as returning veterans,” Danielson said. What would he say to those who are thinking about attending the meeting?
“They might be able to provide some services individually or through their business,” he said. “I would encourage them to attend and hear more about what the program entails and see if it’s something they would like to get involved with.” For more information, call Danielson at (612) 868-0558 or visit beyondtheyellowribbon. org.
the fraud, the credit line was renewed, and Calkins made multiple draws against it totaling $ 3,575,000. Central Bank suffered a loss of approximately $1.6 million. Calkins also admitted that between January of 2008 and 2010, she defrauded individuals into investing or loaning money to Princess Soft Toys through false fi nancial statements or other misrepresentations. The total losses to individual investors exceeded $7 million, the release said. This case was the result of an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Internal Revenue ServiceCriminal Investigation Division.
channel on Jan. 29; and a car on Lake Riley in Eden Prairie on Jan. 21. “No ice should ever be considered safe. For more information about ice safety, the Minnesota DNR has information online at http://www.dnr.state. mn.us/safety/ice.”
United Educators Credit Union in Eden Prairie on April 26, 2011; and approximately $11,400 from the KleinBank in Cologne on March 9, 2011. Wetsch remains in custody. If convicted, he faces a potential maximum penalty of 25 years in prison on each count. All sentences will be determined by a federal district court judge. This case is the result of an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the police departments of Alexandria, Bloomington, Columbia Heights, Eden Prairie, Faribault, Gaylord, Hastings, Hopkins, Minneapolis, Northfield, Orono, Prior Lake, Richfield, Savage, St. Paul, St. Peter, and Shakopee; the sheriff offices of Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Nicollet, Nobles, Sibley and Wright counties, with assistance from the Minnesota State Patrol. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Deidre Y. Aanstad.
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The Eden Prairie Police reported that Lisa Dawn Witt of Shakopee was arrested and charged with felony theft over $1,000. Five thefts between Oct. 8 and Dec. 15 were reported from the women’s locker room in the Life Time Fitness on Baker Road in Eden Prairie, according to the Hennepin County District Court complaint. Losses were valued at more than $2,998, and included an engagement ring. Police reported that Witt allegedly used a stolen gift card at Target in Savage and called to inquire about the card balance. An engagement ring matching the description of the stolen ring was found in Witt’s home, the complaint said. According to the complaint, she was a locker room attendant at Life Time at the time of the theft.
Toy company owner sentenced for fraud “In federal court in St. Paul, the owner of a toy company was sentenced for defrauding a bank and 42 investors out of approximately $9 million,” according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney’s office. U.S. District Court Judge Paul A. Magnuson sentenced Sandra Lee Calkins, age 67, formerly of Eden Prairie, to 66 months in prison on one count of bank fraud. According to the release: Calkins, the owner of Princess Soft Toys Inc., was charged on April 29, 2011, and pleaded guilty on May 26, 2011. I n her ple a a g r e ement , Calkins admitted that between January 2 0 0 8 and March 5 2010, she falsified financial statements regarding her company to renew a $ 3.25 million line of credit at Central Bank. Calkins, who handled the financial affairs for the company, admittedly included in those statements false information relative to revenue and net assets. As a consequence of
County bans vehicles from frozen lakes The Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office is prohibiting the use of cars, trucks, and SUVs on all frozen bodies of water in Hennepin County, according to a news release. Lake access points closed Feb. 9. Driving on the ice would be a misdemeanor with a mandatory court appearance, and a judge may set a fi ne, according to the county. The move came due to the increasingly unpredictable ice conditions as a result of unseasonably warm weather, the release said. “Recreational vehicles such as snowmobiles and ATVs will be allowed on county lakes. However, people using recreational vehicles, those who are walking or ice fi shing on lakes – are urged to use extreme caution due to thin ice and open water. Ice thickness varies considerably due to the freezing and thawing that has taken place.” So far this winter, eight vehicles have gone through the ice in Hennepin County. Vehicles breaking through the ice included an SUV on Eagle Lake in Maple Grove Feb. 8; an ATV on Parker’s Lake in Plymouth Feb. 7; an SUV on Medicine Lake in Plymouth on Feb. 6; two pickups on Lake Minnetonka on Feb. 4; an ATV on Lake Minnetonka on Feb. 1; an SUV on Halstead Bay
Wetsch charged in 13 bank robberies, including one in EP Former Chaska resident Mark Edward Wetsch, 49, now of Minneapolis, has been charged with 13 counts of armed banked robberies – including a robbery in Eden Prairie. The charges emanate from alleged robberies Wetsch committed between March 9, 2011 and Jan. 3, 2012. The indictment, which was fi led on Feb. 7, was unsealed following Wetsch’s initial appearance in federal court in St. Paul, according to a U.S. Attorney’s Office press release. The indictment alleges that Wetsch robbed the banks, and in each case, put the lives of others in jeopardy by brandishing a fi rearm. Wetsch allegedly stole approximately $1,880 from the Rolling Hills Bank and Trust in Brewster, Minn., on Jan. 3, 2012; approximately $3,200 from the Glenwood State Bank in Alexandria on Dec. 29, 2011; approximately $9,350 from the First National Bank in Hastings on Dec. 27, 2011; approximately $3,634 from the Wells Federal Bank in St. Peter on Dec. 22, 2011; approximately $2,350 from the Franklin Bank in Minneapolis on Dec. 20, 2011; approximately $3,000 from the Bremer Bank in Minneapolis on Nov. 22, 2011; approximately $3,801 from the Premier Bank in Albertville on Nov. 9, 2011; approximately $ 8,82 3 from the First National Bank in Richfield on Nov. 4, 2011; approximately $ 6,946 from the First National Bank in Gaylord on June 13, 2011; approximately $ 9,4 4 5 from the Merchants Bank in Hampton on May 13, 2 011; approximately $ 2, 225 from the Wells Fargo Bank in Faribault on April 26, 2011; approximately $3,050 from the
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Executive function: ‘Orchestra conductors’ of the brain Does your child These weaknesses procrastinate on can occur in the starting a project or absence of any leave it unfinished? Or, recognized disorder or does your teen delay diagnosis. They may schoolwork in favor of be more severe with a watching TV, listening brain injury, autism to music, or hanging spectrum disorders, out with friends? ADHD, sleep disorders Does this mean that and sleep deprivation, you’re facing years of learning disabilities homework battles? or emotional It can be frustrating disorders. Children when you know your with AD/HD typically LEARNING RX child is intelligent lag their peers by enough to earn three years to 30 high grades, but percent in executive he or she consistently turns in functioning skills. late, incomplete or unsatisfactory Here are some signs to watch for, assignments. It’s as if their brains along with simple steps you can try are perfectly capable of doing the to help your child succeed at school work, but they don’t know how and in life: I The inability to set realistic, to harness their abilities to work attainable goals. This may present toward goals. as wanting to pursue multiple extraThey may need help curricular activities. Your child strengthening their executive skills, should be persuaded to prioritize the “orchestra conductors” of our and narrow his or her attention and brains. These skills are necessary energy to fewer activities. to pursue a new challenge or goal – I Problems foreseeing the such as a school assignment. They consequences of postponing regulate our behavior by helping us homework. If your child is resistant, decide what we pay attention to and you might promise a reward when what we choose to do; they help us he/she completes the homework. organize our thoughts and actions so we can ignore transitory demands An assessment may be needed to determine the cause and nature of and desires to achieve longer-term the resistance. goals; they assist in planning, I Failure to judge the pace at organizing and sustaining attention which each step of the process to complete a task; and they manage should be completed to meet the emotions and thoughts so we can deadline. You could assist your child work efficiently. with organizing his/her thoughts Executive skills are built in, but about the steps needed, such as they take nearly two decades to fully research, note-taking and writing mature. When one or more of these an outline. Use a calendar with functions are not working properly, space for notes, and work backwards it’s called executive dysfunction from the due date. Attaining each (EDF). Components of short-term and long-term memory also may be Johnson to page 5 ® affected.
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Questions letter writer’s common sense I’m responding to Terry F. Erickson’s letter in the Feb. 2 issue of the Eden Prairie News. Sorry for the delay but by the time the “News” was forwarded to me precious time was lost. Mr. Erickson calls Rep. Stensrud’s letter on reform a “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.” I would like to know: 1. When did Mr. Erickson ever hear any Republican state they were for raising anyone’s taxes – rich, poor or middle class? 2. Why is eliminating duplicate government services “cutting public services?” 3. What is a “fair share” of taxes the rich should pay – 70 percent, 80 percent, 90 percent? You don’t have to be a financial genius to know that: 1. If you cut the federal budget it will take less taxes to meet that budget. 2. Private sector jobs create added tax revenue for the government while it takes additional tax revenue to pay for public sector jobs. Please, Mr. Erickson, where is your common sense?
Al Krause Eden Prairie
Remove teaching of homosexual theology As the Penn State child sex-abuse scandal grows, I ask myself how this deviant degenerate and disgusting man-boy activity exists, and in researching the 1992 studies by K. Freud and R.I. Watson, I discovered that homosexual males are more likely than heterosexual males to engage in pedophilia and that the average pedophile has sex with 20-150 boys before he is caught. A 1988 study in the “Archives of Sexual Behavior” found that 86 percent of pedophiles identified themselves as either homosexual or bisexual. The American Psychological Association (APA) in 1998 published a study by three academics that concluded that sex between adults and minors might be a “positive experience” for the child; the U.S. House of Representatives voted 355-0 to condemn the study. President Obama, with U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan on May 19, 2009, appointed Kevin Jennings to the position of Assistant Deputy Secretary for the office of Safe and Drug Free Schools. Jennings founded GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network), and
wrote the forward to Letts and Sears book “Queering Elementary Education.” Now keep in mind that GLSEN has had its members come into our Eden Prairie health classes since the mid-’90s and have had access to our kids and our facilities to set up so-called Safe Zones for “Questioning Youth.” The president of the United States fi nds nothing unacceptable in this kind of education, nor do his friends at the NEA (National Education Association). The NEA has established the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender caucus and in 2003 the former NEA president Bob Chase gave a glowing endorsement of GLSEN and Kevin Jennings, saying “Schools cannot be neutral when dealing with issues of human dignity and human rights. I’m not talking about tolerance, I’m talking about acceptance.” History lessons are even now being rewritten to acknowledge known homosexuals as heroes, not just for their achievements, but also for their lifestyle. Many of these new heroes are also on the NAMBLA (North American Men and Boy Love Association) List as practicing pedophiles. And remember Dr. Richard Green? He was instrumental in removing homosexuality from APA’s list of mental disorders in 1973 and is now fighting to remove pedophilia as well. It seems the radical left has infiltrated our schools here in Eden Prairie and is promoting their most cherished activity, homosexuality, but parents, if you wanted to you could stop this cycle of perversion planned for your children by simply redirecting your compassion and remove the teaching of homosexual theology from our school system.
Mark Bell Eden Prairie
Participate in online survey We face another round of difficult decisions this legislative session as we work to help our state meet today’s challenges and prepare for demands of the future. The choices we face span pretty much every corner of state operations: How should future surplus funds be applied? Where is the greatest need for tax reform? Should voters be required to provide photo ID? How should Minnesota handle health care? Should the state participate in funding for construction of a new Vikings stadium? What is the best way to pay delayed K-12 education funding? I invite local citizens to provide input on these topics and others through an online survey I am conducting. People currently seem to really be engaged in the process … and for good reason. I recently wrote how our aging workforce means our
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state’s demographic landscape is going to change; fewer workers will be supporting a greater percentage of non-working citizens. How we respond now will go a long way toward telling our future and it is up to us to enact prudent measures to help us not only weather this change, but to thrive. Some of the survey questions pertain to proposals in our Reform 2.0 package. Other questions are more course-of-action driven. It should only take a few moments for you to complete and your feedback would be greatly appreciated; there also is a place for respondents to provide general comments or to address a topic which may have been omitted. You can log on to http://www. surveymonkey.com/s/Stensrud2012Survey to participate in the survey or call my legislative assistant at (651) 296-4295 to request a paper version. I will release the results later this session.
Rep. Kirk Stensrud Eden Prairie Editor’s note: Stensrud represents District 42A, which includes part of Eden Prairie, in the state Legislature.
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Coyotes are too comfortable This is in response to an article listed in the Eden Prairie News under public safety. The article was titled “Animal attack prompts warning.” It listed a story about a local dog that was attacked and killed by an animal. It was deemed possible to have been a coyote attack but says it could have been from another wild animal. I wanted to comment to the uneasy feeling that many of us who live near the preserve area by Homeward Hills Park feel about not only one or two coyotes roaming our yards, but up to six coyotes (a pack) at a time. I know there are other people throughout Eden Prairie who are feeling this same uneasy feeling. The fact is that I not only have children who play at the edge of the woods in our yard, where these coyotes roam at all times of the day and night, but I also have a dog who roams the yard. We are responsible dog owners who chose to put invisible fencing in our yard so that our dog could roam freely in our yard. Now obviously nobody has control over nature. However, not only do I now not allow my children to play at the edge of the woods, I have to watch my dog at all times when I let her out and only allow her to go out in our front yard at night. We have called the city regarding this uneasy issue of up to six coyotes at a time roaming our yards and have been told that for the most protection, we will need to watch our dog and be outside with her from dusk to dawn. Now, I am willing to do this because
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Walk-in access: Hunting opportunity lost? BY KEVIN AUSLUND
Minnesota hunters are for the most part, homeless people. Those of us who cherish pheasant, duck, turkey and deer hunting in agricultural areas are seeing fewer opportunities for access each year. Our land-owning relatives are getting older or dying, these lands are going on auction blocks, CRP is being pulled out for row cropping and what habitat is left (private and public) is being hit hard by hunters looking for a place to call home. However, some hope was seen last fall with the opening of Minnesota’s first Walk-In Access program with about 9,000 acres and 90 new properties available for public hunting. The goal of the DNR had been to enroll 10,000 acres of walk-in access during the summer of 2011 but with a month-long legislative shutdown of the agency, just reaching 9,000 acres was quite an accomplishment. Even more encouraging was that 75 percent of the enrolled landowners opted for multi-year signups, so the DNR already has 6,000 acres pre-enrolled for 2012. Funding for 2012 has already been received by the DNR from the 2008 Federal Farm Bill and will provide 25,000 acres with about 250 more public hunting areas averaging 100 acres apiece in southwest Minnesota. Now for the bad news, Minnesota’s walk-in access program comes to a screeching halt for year 2013 since the third year of federal funding has been eliminated in Washington, D.C., by the U.S. House and Senate. Consequently, unless Minnesota comes up with its own funding of roughly $1 million the 2013 DNR goal of 50,000 acres will not be met. At a time when participation in the outdoors is being challenged by mind-entranced youth huddled over their smart phones, XBoxes, Wii, and assort-
ed computer games, it is up to us adults to work with legislators to see if this access program for the public’s benefit will continue. Some of Minnesota’s sportsmen would rather fall on their swords than have any state lease program with landowners. Their rationale is, “It’s better for the state to buy and own every acre rather than put money in a yearly lease.” However, prices often exceed $5,000 per acre for agricultural land, compared to $20 per acre (including signage and administration costs) for a yearly walk-in access lease. You have to scratch your head and rethink this all-or-nothing fee-title approach. Quite frankly, $1million doesn’t go that far nowadays when talking about land acquisition. For the sake of comparison, let’s take an ultra-conservative view and say the poorest of the poor land that might be available for purchase is $3,000 per acre of rocky, sandy, hilly land that probably is better for pasture than farming. You are looking at about $500,000 for a 160-acre parcel when you include miscellaneous expenses, such as appraisal, legal and site preparation fees. Compare this purchase price of just one parcel of 160 acres to the same cost of leasing 250 parcels covering 25,000 acres of walk-in access and you have to wonder if there isn’t room for a modest walk-in program to complement ongoing fee-title purchases. While walk-in access is an annual lease program, it does provide a large amount of land to be signed up in a very short amount of time to service a very large number of hunters. A walk-in property can be signed up in a matter or weeks, while the outright purchase of land often takes years. In 2011, Minnesota saw 95,000 acres of CRP habitat lost because it was not reenrolled during the spring’s CRP signup. These
acres will undoubtedly go under the plow in 2012. That’s 95,000 acres fewer for hunting and wildlife production. In 2012 there are about 300,000 acres of CRP ready to expire. We need to continue a walk-in program and keep what lands we can in habitat with those landowners that are willing to do so. But we need to offset higher taxes with something – namely, public walk-in compensation. Whether it is a robust $1 million per year, ongoing program providing 50,000 acres and 500 walk-in areas, or a more modest $500,000-a-year program providing 25,000 acres and 250 hunting areas, we need to continue the WIA program. While the continued acquisition of land open to public hunting for wildlife management areas and waterfowl production areas should continue since it offers permanence on the landscape, we can’t ignore the sheer number of acres made available for public hunting in farmland areas via a state-leased WIA program. There is no reason why we can’t have both programs. With the Legislature’s help, it may boil down to creating a new stamp for the price of a $10 or $12 box of shells to keep 25,000 acres and 250 new public hunting areas in the growing black desert of our farmland areas. This stamp would be optional; only those who want access to these walk-in areas would pay for the stamp in order to hunt these lands. There are positive opportunities for Minnesota’s hunters in having a WIA program. Think it over, is it worth a box of shells? Auslund is an Eden Prairie resident who hosts the show Conservation Sportsman News seen on Metro Cable Television Channel 6. Readers may email him at kevin@ conservationsportsman.org. This column first appeared in the Outdoor News, Feb. 3, 2012.
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Teresa Fritz Teresa Fritz, 83, of Chaska, died Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, Feb. 16, 10:30 a.m. at Guardian Angels Catholic Church, 218 W. Second St., Chaska, with Father Al Backmann celebrating. The visitation was Wednesday, Feb. 15 from 4-8 p.m. at the Bertas Funeral Home, Chaska, and also 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. at the church on Thursday. Prayer Service was held 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Casketbearers will be Brian Fritz, Daniel Makepeace, Michael Fritz, Matthew Fritz, Brandon Fritz, and Bob Simons. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Belle Plaine. Teresa was born July 5, 1928 in Belle Plaine, to James and Mary (Weldon) Bailey, one of 11 children. She was also baptized, confirmed and attended high school in Belle Plaine. On Sept. 17, 1950 she married Robert Fritz in Sibley County, MN. They had four children. Teresa worked at a factory in Belle Plaine, and also was employed at F.S.I. in Jonathan for over 10 years. She was a member of Guardian Angels Catholic Church, and was a resident of Chaska at Waybury Apartments for 20 years. Teresa was preceded in death by her former husband, Robert; parents, James and Mary Bailey; brother, Dennis Bailey; sisters, Isabel Farrell, Kathryn Bigaouette, Irene Madden, and Rosemary Berger. Survivors include her children, Robert (Sandra), Donald (Roxanne), Daniel (Roxane), Cheryl (fiancé, Brent Johnson) Fritz; grandchildren, Brian, Joselin, Casey, Dana, Michael, Ashley, Becky, Matthew, and Brandon; nine great-grandchildren; sisters, Helen Meyer, Betty Hammers, Shirley Aretz, Josephine Battcher, and Mary Fahey. Bertas Funeral Home of Chaska, 952-448-2137.
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step will give your child a sense of accomplishment and help him/her realize that assignments which seem intimidating are less so when broken down into smaller parts. Difficulties when changing from one subject to another, such as putting aside a book report to complete a more-urgent math assignment. You and your child could work together to create a calendar or simple spreadsheet so he or she can monitor progress. Not following through with all specified details before handing in the assignment. Try accessing the assignment on the school’s website so that you can help your child check off expectations as they’re fulfilled. Or, provide a notebook for your child to jot notes about what is interfering with his/her progress in school.
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kids throughout history have transformed from self-centered brutes to lovely, caring, stable and hard-working adults. We may all feel some discomfort as I raise you, but I know that
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our pet is a part of our family, if it was only true that the coyotes roam from dusk to dawn. I am home in the day and see them roam our yard at all times of the day. In addition, the city offered the following tip based on the animal attack story: If you confront a coyote, shout or make some other loud noise to frighten the animal away. This would be a good tip, if it worked. I believe the coyotes are getting a little too comfortable in my yard. About three weeks ago I stood outside yelling and shouting at a coyote in order to frighten it away as it stood face to face with my dog just a few feet away from her. Not only did the coyote
Determining your child’s level of executive skills can help determine the best school fit and what level of adult support may be required. Executive skills, like all cognitive and psychological traits, fall along a continuum. Accurate assessment is essential; ask for help from teachers, school counselors and EDF specialists. The guiding principle with intervention is to use the least amount of support/training necessary for your child to manage the current problem and other problems as they arise. You may need to modify your expectations for your child. A combination of incentives, strategy training and environmental modifications may be most effective. The latter may include creating an organized workspace with necessities – computer, paper, books, etc. – close to hand. This enables the child to use his/her time more effectively. Formulate a plan and monitor performance, then
provide encouragement, motivation and feedback. Explain to your child what you are working on and why, and encourage their participation in planning and carrying out the strategies. Experiment and modify as necessary. Teaching these skills can be laborious, so seek help when needed. Improvement usually takes time, even with optimal conditions. As children age, they should need less external guidance. Removing support slowly can help them learn to be more self-reliant as they move out into the world. Terri O. Johnson is director at LearningRx in Chanhassen, which helps students to improve their learning ability through cognitive brain training. She is an Eden Prairie mother of three with unique learning profiles. LearningRx is at 600 Market St., Suite 120 in Chanhassen. For more information and questions about these and other learning topics, contact Terri at (952) 949-6900.
given time, love and guidance, you will mature and fi nd your own place in life. If that thought makes you feel light and hopeful, it’s the right thought for you as a parent, because good feelings lead to good ideas. Toss those negative, urgent feelings aside and work to parent from a calm
center. It makes for both better results and less wear and tear on you. Deb Sweeney is an Eden Prairie parent of five children ages 9 to 16. You can submit a topic or question to Real Parent on Facebook. Sweeney’s column appears the third week of the month.
stand there and stare at me and my dog, but once my dog took the command to come, it proceeded over to the neighbors yard where their dog had just been out. It stood there while I yelled at it. Again, these coyotes seem to be a little too comfortable around humans if you ask me.
your dogs pooping on the path? T hen t here a re t he dog parks. Although I know that the dogs run free I am really hard pressed to believe that no one notices when their dog poops on the path. Due to the excessive amount of feces it will inevitably drain into the sewers and be part of the strain on our water treatment system. Or, if you’re unlucky, like me, your dog will drink out of a puddle that is filled with runoff and feces and get really sick. Or, foot traffic will allow for a great amount of feces tracked indoors on the bottom of shoes and paws. It’s gross people. Please be responsible pet owners and pick up after your dog. It isn’t good for humans or dogs to have this much feces left on the ground.
Lisa Ross Eden Prairie
Please pick up the feces Dear dog owners: I am one of you. I own two dogs. I pick up my dog’s feces, do you? Upon walking my dogs on the paths in Eden Prairie I have noticed an exceptional amount of feces. Not only on the grass but right in the middle of the path. Do you really not notice
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BUSINESS NEWS Eaton Corp. donates $30,000 “Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corp., Eden Prairie Plant, recently donated $ 5,000 to the Flood Run and $25,000 to Cass Lake Family Services. The donations reinforce the company’s goal to support the community where it does business,” according to a news release. “Many of Eaton’s employees participated in this year’s Flood Run, an event that organizes a motorcycle run for the community. In addition to Eaton’s $5,000 donation, all proceeds collected supported the local Gillette Children’s Hospital,” the release said. “The second check for $25,000 was donated to Cass Lake Family Services, an organization that supports the low-income Cass Lake area in northern Minnesota. It houses a food shelf, counseling activities and youth programs.” The Eden Prairie facility supports Cass Lake Family Services’ annual Adopt-A-Child at Christmas program. Each December, Eden Prairie employees can choose a child’s name and buy them gifts for Christmas. Info: eaton.com.
Home Instead to honor senior volunteers “The Home Instead Senior Care office serving seniors in Hennepin County has announced the Salute to Senior Service program to honor senior volunteers for the tireless contributions they make to their local communities,” according to a news release. A donation of $5,000 will be given to the national winner’s charity of choice. To nominate an outstanding senior volunteer, (at least age 65, who volunteer at least 15 hours per month), visit SalutetoSeniorService.com through March 15, 2012. Nomination forms also can be requested at ckoehler@ homeinsteadinc.com. Info: (952) 929-5695.
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Children’s Book Drive at Kinderberry In honor of “Read Across America Day,” Kinderberry Hill Child Development Center, Eden Prairie, announces a Children’s Book Drive to benefit local nonprofit organization Read Indeed. The Children’s Book Drive is set for Feb. 20 to March 2. Bring your donations of new and gently used children’s books to Kinderberry Hill, 10160 Hennepin Town Road, during business hours of 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. “Read Across America Day is an annual event that encourages adults to take time to read with a child. It is celebrated on the anniversary of Dr. Seuss’ birthday, March 2,” according to a news release. Info (952) 345-8012, kinderberryhill.com or readindeed.org.
Free tutoring for Oak Point students “A benefit of the No Child Left Behind Act is immediately available to students eligible for reduced-price lunch at Oak Point Elementary,” according to a news release. “Through College Tutors, Oak Point Elementary is offering free tutoring in math or reading. Simply contact College Tutors at (952) 698-2015 to enroll in the program. The program provides a trained and qualified tutor to meet, one-on-one, with each student for 20 hours. These sessions will help the student in math and/or reading, as well as provide an important role model for school success.” College Tutors has been providing these services since 2005 and has helped hundreds of area students gain skills to build confidence in the classroom and enjoy homework. Sessions can occur at home, at the College Tutors Learning Cetner on Eden
Prairie Road or at a location like the library. Info: (952) 698-2015. Enrollment ends March 1.
Von Maur fashion show is March 31 Fashion D esig ner M i ng Wang, famous for her classic chic and versatile apparel for the on-the-go woman is showcasing its exclusive 2012 spring/summer collection at Von Maur at Eden Prairie Center on Saturday, March 31, according to a news release. “On Ming Wang Day, as a gift with any purchase, Eden Prairie customers will receive a complimentary tote bag with your full price Ming Wang purchase. Spend $350 and receive a free tank as your additional gift!”
Starkey offers new products Starkey Hearing Technologies, headquartered in Eden Prairie, has announced that three custom wireless styles – completely-in-canal (CIC), inthe-canal (ITC) and in-the-ear (ITE) were recently introduced. “The additions complement the wireless receiver-in-canal (RIC) 13 and RIC 312, providing a personalized experience and one-of-a-kind solution for each patient,” according to a news release. “Starkey Hearing Technologies’ proprietary Comfort Fit process allows for smaller, more comfortable custom wireless products.” Info: starkey.com.
Bachman joins local firm Fafinski Mark & Johnson, P.A. has announced that attorney Lisa Lamm Bachman joined the Eden Prairie-based firm as counsel in the HR and Employment and Litigation practice groups. Fafinski Mark & Johnson serves local, national and international clients in 11 primary practice areas: Aviation, Bankruptcy and Insolvency, Commercial Lending and Finance, Commercial Real Estate, Estate and Trusts, General Corporate and Business, HR and Employment, Insurance, Intellectual Property, Litigation and Mergers and Acquisitions, according to a news release. Info: fmjlaw.com.
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Rein honored for 30th anniversary at Lions Tap An anniversary is a big deal at Lions Tap, where longtime employees gather for a group photo and are celebrated with cake and presents. On Friday, Mary Rein was honored with a party for her 30th anniversary as a server at the Eden Prairie landmark. “It’s like when your kids are growing up and you can’t believe they’ve grown so fast,” says Lions Tap Owner Bert Notermann. Ber t and Bonnie Notermann said it’s nice to have several employees who have been with the business more than 20 years, when the industry standard is two to three years. Rein received several gifts, including a Kindle Fire, a watch and a leather coat. “We treat them as we would want to be treated,” Bert said. W h e n a s ke d wh at h a s changed over the years, Rein points out that two of her four children were born after she started work at the restaurant. They range in age from 25 to 35. “She’s very good at her job,” said Bonnie. “She’s gone
Mary Rein celebrated her 30th anniversary as a server at Lions Tap last week. It’s the first 30th anniversary celebration for an employee of the restaurant, according to Bonnie Notermann. through the changes in our operation.” From using a paper pad to taking orders by computer; and from a small one-room bar to a 190 -seat
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Bernatchy-LeDuc Traci René Bernatchy and Joseph Charles LeDuc, announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Traci graduated from Ogallala High School and the University of Minnesota. She is currently employed with Kroll Ontrack. Joseph and Traci Her parents are Arnold and Terri Bernatchy of BuƩe, Mont. Joseph is a graduate of Eden Prairie High School and St. Cloud State College. He is employed with UpdateLogic. His parents are William Charles LeDuc and Margaret LeDuc of Eden Prairie. Their wedding will be held June 30, 2012, in Minneapolis.
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Paul and Linda Hammes of Omaha, Neb. (formerly of Eden Prairie) are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary, to Joe Gruhn, son of Sanford and Joyce Gruhn of Humboldt, Iowa. Mary is a 2004 graduate of Eden Prairie High School and a 2008 graduate of Iowa State University. Mary is employed by Acosta in Eden Prairie. Joe and Mary Joe is a 2004 graduate of Humboldt High School and a 2007 graduate of Iowa State University. Joe is employed by the Target CorporaƟon in Minneapolis. Mary and Joe are planning an Oct. 6, 2012 wedding in Minneapolis.
Scott Beck, general manager of Harley-Davidson Motor Co., Northern Operations, congratulates Tom Giannetti, CEO of Wild Prairie Harley-Davidson, whose HOG Chapter raised the most money for the USO out of the 650 chapters in America. Dale Schneider, general manager of Wild Prairie Harley-Davidson, and Chris Hawver, director of Wild Prairie HOG (Harley Owners Group) Chapter, are also pictured. The presentation was on Thursday, Feb. 9.
‘Funny Money’ performances start Feb. 17 First night ‘pay what you can’ Producer Liz Michaelson says residents should come prepared to laugh for upcoming Eden Prairie Players performances of “Funny Money.” New this year is a “Pay What You Can” performance on opening night. “We’ve never done that before,” Michaelson said. “We hope to fi ll the audience.” The Eden Prairie Players present “Funny Money” by Ray Cooney at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 17 and 18, 24 and 25, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 26, at the Eden Prairie High School Auditorium, 17185 Valley View Road (north entrance). In the play, “A mild-mannered CPA accidentally picks up the wrong briefcase. The fun begins when he discovers that it is full of money – a lot of money! Of course, he assumes
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creating an account, downloading software, fi nding friends, initiating video calls, to sharing your desktop,” the girls will discuss it all. “Skype is a software application that allows you to call and have a videoconference with other people all over the 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 Center at (952) 279 - 8 050 or email troop10035@gmail.com.
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GIRLS BASKETBALL
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No. 2 Eagles to get No. 3 Hornets and No. 1 Royals this week BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
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f you were looking for evidenc e to supp or t the proposed 64-team basketball tournament format, look no further than the latest girls rankings. Eden Prairie, Edina and Bloomington Kennedy, Nos. 2, 3 and 5, reside in Section 2AAAA. Hopkins, Wayzata and Minnetonka, Nos. 1, 4 and 11, reside in Section 6AAAA. The 64-team proposal assumes, of course, that a state tournament should feature the state’s best teams. That’s not necessarily the case now. And since that’s not the case, Eden Prairie plays two very meaningful games this week. Tuesday, the Eagles were scheduled to host No. 3 ranked Edina. If Eden Prairie wins, it grabs the inside track for the section’s top seed. If Eden Prairie loses, they better win Friday when they host No. 1 ranked Hopkins. Big game? “Every next game is a big game,” states Eden Prairie Head Coach Chris Carr. Eden Prairie put itself in this position because it has been playing good basketball. “We’re 5-1 after playing six games in 11 nights,” said Carr. Eden Prairie’s one loss was to Hopkins. Monday, Feb. 13, Eden Prairie defeated Elk River 57-32, in the process, holding yet another team to less than 15 field goals. Jackie Johnson led Eden Prairie with 13 points. Sam Trammel added 11. Eight other Eagles found their respective ways into the box score. Friday, Eden Prairie completed a home-and-away sweep of Wayzata, beating the No. 4 ranked Trojans 51-41. Johnson led Eden Prairie with 14 points. Shayne Mullaney added 13. Wayzata led 27-25 at halftime. This brings us to Edina. “They’re tough,” said Carr, “and the return of MC McGrory makes them tougher yet.” McGrory didn’t play when
Bartnik qualifes for U.S. Junior National Team Eden Prairie’s Aaron Bartnik, a University of Minnesota freshman, qualified for the U.S. Junior National Team Saturday by placing third at the 2012 USA Cross Country Championships in St. Louis, Mo. As a result, he will represent the U.S. March 17 in the 2012 North America, Central American and Caribbean Cross Country Championships in Port of Spain, Trinidad. Bartnik, a member of the University of Minnesota track and crosscountry teams, ran the 8K course in a time of 24:57.9.
Spend a day skiing and getting an introduction to racing at a one-day camp offered by the Eden Prairie High School alpine ski team at the Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area. Ski team members will meet participants at the chalet at 9:45 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 26. Cost is $50 per skier and includes lift ticket and lunch. Registration is limited to 60 students. Come out and ski with some of the best skiers in the state. Ski together from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. with a break for lunch. After the camp concludes participants are free to ski on their own (lift tickets are good until 3 p.m.). In addition, EPHS alpine coaches will be conducting a race clinic. Students in grades two to eight with all abilities of skiing are welcome. Race clinic option, from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., is open to intermediate and advanced skiers. Ski rental ($15 for a full day) is also available. Parent chaperones will be in attendance from 9:45 a.m. until 1:15 p.m. For more information, contact Kim Teaver at (612) 986-0303 or kteaver@gmail.com.
Softball registration now open The Eden Prairie Fastpitch Association is offering in-house 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. PHOTO BY DANIEL HUSS
With a hand in her face, Eden Prairie’s Sam Trammel gets her shot off during the Eagles 57-32 win over Elk River. Trammel would finish with 11 points. Eden Prairie beat Edina at Edina. “We prepared as if she’d play, but she didn’t,” adds Carr. Tuesday? “We’ll prepare like we do for anyone who has two really
good perimeter players,” said Carr. Friday? “If we beat Edina and then win Friday, we could win a share of the conference title,” adds Carr.
A lot of ifs. Friday, Eden Prairie hosts No. 1 ranked Hopkins. Tuesday, Carr’s Eagles play the second game in home boys/ girls doubleheader with Minnetonka.
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Beaming isn’t the word you’d use to describe the Eden Prairie High School gymnastics team, at least not after Saturday’s section meet. “We posted our highest score of the season,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Kirsten Lindsay, following Saturday’s Section 6AA Meet, “yet fell three times on the beam. That was the difference.” Minnetonka won the meet, posting a season-best 144.80. Eden Prairie finished second with a season-best 143.375. “They (Minnetonka) were probably 2 1/2 points better than what we saw last week,” adds Lindsey, of last week’s Minnetonka Invitational. Without question, the difference was beam. Minnetonka’s four-score total amounted to 36.6. Eden Prairie counted a 34.15. Do the math. “It’s too bad,” laments Lindsay, “as we had a great vault and floor. We weren’t as good on bars, but we weren’t bad.” On vault, Eden Prairie counted Mackenzie Dent’s 9.75, Abbie Soderberg’s 9.475, Cameron Zuck’s 9.275 and Jesse Rogge’s 8.95. On floor, Dent posted 9.8, Soderberg a 9.625, Rogge a 9.1 and Zuck an 8.7. “I talked to one of the Minnetonka coaches after the meet,” said Lindsay, “and she said they hit 19 of their 20 routines. We were closer to 15 of 20.”
STATE QUALIFIERS Dent is the section allaround champion, posting a season-best 38.425. “And all she wanted to do,” laughs Lindsay, “was
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High school seniors are invited to submit their application for college scholarships to the Eden Prairie Soccer Scholarship Committee. Established in 1989, a total of $4,000 will be presented jointly by the Eden Prairie Soccer Club and the Eden Prairie Soccer Association. All past and present players in either of the Eden Prairie programs who plan on attending a college or university offering either a two or four year degree may apply. Details of the award criteria are on the application forms which are available at the CRC room at the EPHS or on the EPSC website www.epsoccerclub.com.
Girls lacrosse registration Registration is now open for Eden Prairie Lacrosse Association Girls Spring Lacrosse programs. EPLA is offering fifth/ sixth- and seventh/eighth-grade girls teams that participate in the MSSLax Lacrosse League. 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 (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.
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Nate Springer, head coach of the Eden Prairie High School girls and boys alpine ski teams, talked with Laura Post prior to the start of the Tuesday, Feb. 7, Section 6 Ski Meet. “I told her,” recalls Springer, in reference to qualifying for the state meet, “that you just need to get there.” Post wanted none of that. “She said, ‘I’m going to win,’” adds Springer. And win she did. “It’s kind of a relief,” she said, “and to do it with Jack is unbelievable.” Jack? Jack is Laura’s younger brother and like his big sister, he too would win a section title. “It’s satisfying,” he admits; “more so because Laura won.” As cool as this is, it’s not unprecedented as the Posts have earned medalist honors at the same conference race earlier this season. They’ve also won at the same U.S. Ski Association (USSA) event. What they haven’t done was win the same section race, until now. “It’s really cool,” adds Jack Post. Indeed. Along with the Posts, Eden Prairie High School will be represented by Andrew Teaver at this year’s state meet, as Teaver punched his state-meet ticket by being the last boys qualifier (the top two teams plus the top 10 individuals qualify for the state meet). “Like Laura and Jack, Andrew has a USSA background,” said Springer, “meaning he’s skied on a big stage like this before.” And? “They each have high aspirations,” adds Springer. Chanhassen and Edina fi nished one and two in the boys
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Laura Post, an Eden Prairie High School senior, is the Section 6 girls champion.
5As win Hopkins Hoops Classic The Eden Prairie girls 5A basketball team won the Hopkins Girls Hoops Classic (Jan. 28-29). En route to its title, Eden Prairie defeated Wayzata, Armstrong and Fairview. Team members include, front row (left to right): Abby Johnson, Paige Weliver and Kate Zimmerman. Second row: Anna Zucker, Brooke Lewis, Leigh Steiner, Grace Murphy, Emma Shierbeck-Jones and Carrie Jean Froemming. Coaches’ row: Owen Steiner, Todd Johnson and Tom Murphy.
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Jack Post, an Eden Prairie High School junior, is the Section 6 boys champion. team competition. Eden Prairie finished fourth. Bloomington Jefferson and Burnsville finished one and two on the girls side. Eden Prairie finished
seventh. The state meet was scheduled to be held Wednesday, after deadline, at Giants Ridge in Biwabik.
BOYS BASETBALL Friday, Feb. 17........................................at Hopkins .......................................................... 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28 .....................................Minnetonka ........................................................ 6 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Friday, Feb. 17........................................Hopkins .............................................................. 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28 .....................................Minnetonka ................................................... 7:30 p.m. GIRLS HOCKEY Friday, Feb. 17........................................2AA Finals at B.I.G.............................................. 7 p.m. BOYS HOCKEY Thursday, Feb. 16 ...................................at Minnetonka .................................................... 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 ...................................Edina .................................................................. 3 p.m. DANCE TEAM Friday, Feb. 17........................................State Meet at Target Center ............................ 2:20 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 ...................................State Meet at Target Center ............................ 2:20 p.m. BOYS SWIMMING ALPINE SKIING NORDIC SKIING Thursday, Feb. 16 ...................................State Meet at Giants Ridge .............................. 10 a.m. GYMNASTICS WRESTLING Saturday, Feb. 18 ...................................Section 2AAA Team at Farmington........................... TBD 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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GIRLS HOCKEY
NORDIC SKIING
With 3.6 seconds left, season ends BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
It’s been stated that to fi nish fi rst, you must fi rst fi nish. In Tuesday’s 3-2 heartbreaking loss to Chaska/Chanhassen in the Section 2AA semifi nals, the Eden Prairie High School girls hockey team didn’t fi nish. Eden Prairie didn’t finish the second period. Instead, it allowed the Storm Hawks to score the tying goal with 4.3 seconds left on the clock. Ouch. In the third period, Eden Prairie gave up the winning goal with 3.6 seconds left on the clock. Ouch. Special teams were a problem, much like they were in a 4-2 non-conference loss to the Storm Hawks during the regular season. In that first loss, Eden Prairie allowed three power play goals. Tuesday, Chaska/Chanhassen scored two of its goals while on the power play; one, the winning goal, while playing shorthanded. What that means is that in two games, the Storm Hawks had scored only one even-strength goal and that was an empty net goal at the end of the first game. The Eagles deserved better. In the fi rst game, Eden Prairie held leads of 1-0 and 2-1. Tuesday, Eden Prairie held leads of 1-0 and 2-1.
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Eryn Stewart does her best Michael Jordan impersonation en route to a second place finish at the Section 2 Nordic Ski Meet. Stewart, along with five of her teammates, advanced to the state meet. PHOTO BY DANIEL HUSS
If you had to describe the Eden Prairie High School girls hockey season, missed opportunity fits. Eden Prairie created lots of scoring chances (above), but didn’t score lots of goals. In Tuesday’s 3-2 heartbreaking loss to Chaska/Chanhassen, the Eagles missed out on an opportunity to play in the section finals by giving up two third period goals, the last one with 3.6 seconds left on the clock. In both games, Eden Prairie held third-period leads. In neither, did Eden Prairie fi nish. Tuesday’s loss erased Fri-
day’s 3-0 win over Prior Lake in the 2AA quarterfi nals. In that game, Eden Prairie outshot the Lakers 45-15.
Counting a split in the postseason, Eden Prairie’s resume included an 11-12- 4 overall record.
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If there ever was a case to be made for a section to advance more than one team to the State Nordic Ski Meet, that case was made Thursday, twice. “Coaches have gone back and forth,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Doug Boonstra. “Should two teams go to state like they do in cross-country or should just the top individuals go like they do in track?” In its current format, one team plus the top eight individuals outside that one team advance to the State Meet. That winning team is determined by counting said team’s top four skiers. Thursday, the Eden Prairie girls team tied No. 3 ranked Wayzata 386-386, but lost a total-time tiebreaker. T he Eden P rai rie boys tea m fel l 3 8 9 - 3 8 0 to Mi nnetonka. “We had it,” laments Boonstra. “With 1 K left, a MoundWestonka skier stepped on one of our skier’s skis and took down three of our guys. We needed four guys to fi nish before Tonka’s No. 3 and No. 4 skiers. They passed us by going around the backlog. “Chris Stensgaard (assistant coach) was right there,” he adds, “He radioed me when
Don’t look now, but … BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
Thursday, the Eden Prairie High School boys hockey team all but iced the No. 2 seed in next week’s section tournament with 4-1 win over Wayzata. Saturday, they ran Buffalo 4-2. In the process, Eden Prairie put itself in a position to challenge for a Lake title. “It’s going to take a perfect week,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Lee Smith. One, if Eden Prairie is going to claim a share of the conference title, they’ll have to share it with Edina. Two, Eden Prairie will have beat No. 2 ranked Minnetonka at Minnetonka and then No. 5 ranked Edina at home. In Thursday’s win over Wayzata, Eden Prairie crawled to a slow start before kicking its offense into high gear. “We didn’t play with the confidence you need to have to beat a team like that,” said Smith, of his team’s fi rst-period effort. As a result, Eden Prairie was lucky to escape the fi rst period trailing only 1-0. The game would change. Chad Dahlquist scored the tying goal 12 minutes into the period. In the third period, Eden Prairie scored three goals in 65 seconds (John Sullivan, Steven Spinner and Luke Sudman). Game over. S at u r d ay, E den P r a i r ie started slow, before running Buffalo 4-2. “We weren’t very good in the fi rst period,” said Smith. Although he can’t put a fi nger on it, Smith said he worries that slow starts in afternoon games are becoming a trend. “We’re running out of time to fix it,” he said, while adding that Saturday’s game with Edina is scheduled to start at 3 p.m. What’s also trending is that Eden Prairie has been good, very good actually, in the second and third periods. That was the case Saturday as Eden Prairie scored a pair of goals in the second period (Spinner and Tyler Leddy) and then another pair in the third (Andrew Knudsen and Dahlquist). T hu rsd ay (to d ay) , Eden Prairie plays at Minnetonka. Saturday, the Eagles end their regular season with a home game against Edina (3 p.m.).
EP Nordic teams send record 13 individuals to State Nordic Meet it happened, saying, ‘I can’t believe what I just saw.’” As a consolation, seven Eden Prairie boys and six Eden Prairie girls qualify for the state meet as individuals. “The guys are bummed,” states Boonstra, “and that’s with everyone qualifying. For them, it’s all about team, team, team.” T he Eden P rai rie boys team individual qualifiers include Joe Vergeront (third overall), Henry Zurn (fourth), Andrew Hansen (eight), Mitch Stenoien (ninth), Jay Grootwassink (10th), Tom Bye (11th) and Ryan Stewart (12th). The girls qualified Eryn Stewart (second), Jenna Arvidson (fourth), Hailey Hildahl (fifth), Beth Schaepe (seventh), Brianna Paulsen (13th) and Hanna Hoch (14th). “We’ll use not making it as a team as motivation,” said Boonstra. “It won’t count, but we’ll score it as if it does and show them what could’ve been.” Individually, Boonstra believes three of his girls have All-State (top 25) potential. He thinks his boys team has two. “It could be anyone,” he adds, “but it’s unlikely it will be all seven.” The State Nordic Ski Meet is scheduled for Thursday (today) at Giants Ridge in Biwabik.
PHOTO BY DANIEL HUSS
Grant Shaeffer looks to pass the ball during Eden Prairie’s 65-61 win over No. 4 ranked Wayzata. Shaeffer would lead Eden Prairie with 20 points.
Eagles upset No. 4 Wayzata BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
It’s hard to call a game “must win” when it’s not being played in a section or state tournament. That being said, if the Eden Prairie vs. Elk River boys basketball game played on Monday, Feb. 6 wasn’t “must win,” it was darn close. You see, the Eagles had lost three games in a row, falling to Minneapolis Washburn (No. 2, 3A), Hopkins (No. 2, 4A) and Minnetonka. Worse, Eden Prairie’s schedule wasn’t going to get any easier. Knowing this, the Eagles opened Monday’s game against the Elks (13-5) by streaking to a 42-26 lead. “We shared the ball,” explains Eden Prairie Head Coach David Flom. Eden Prairie was outscored
by eight points in the second half, but it didn’t matter as the Eagles coasted to a 71-63 victory. Sander Mohn led Eden Prairie with 22 points. Jordan Peterson added 19, Andre Wallace 13. Friday, Eden Prairie returned to Lake Conference play with a home game against No. 4 ranked Wayzata (17-1). Again, pretty darn close to a ‘must win” game. Then again, aren’t all home conference games must win games? A lt houg h Eden P rai rie would lead 32-26 at the half, turnovers were a problem. “If we would eliminate unforced turnovers,” adds Flom, “we’d be in better shape.” In the second half, Eden Prairie stretched its six-point lead to 11 before Wayzata went on a 12-0 run. “We trailed with three minutes left,” said Flom.
Eden Prairie would regain its composure and hold on for a 65-61 win Grant Shaeffer paced the Eagles with 20 points. Wallace added 13, Jack Cottrell 12, Peterson 11. With its win, coupled with a Chanhassen loss, Eden Prairie moved one step closer to claiming Section 2AAAA’s top seed. “We might be t here a lready,” said Flom. According to the latest QRF rankings, rankings that will be used to seed the section, Eden Prairie is ranked No. 5, while Chanhassen is ranked No. 22. Although both teams are 15-5, Eden Prairie has played a tougher schedule. In any case, another win wouldn’t hurt. Tuesday, Eden Prairie was scheduled to play at Edina. Friday, the Eagles travel to Hopkins (7 p.m.).
Joe Vergeron (left) and Henry Zurn finish three and four at Thursday’s meet. Collectively, Eden Prairie didn’t advance to the state meet. Individually, Eden Prairie advanced, seven times. Go figure.
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stick beam.” She did, posting a 9.475. Dent would qualify for next week’s state meet in the allaround (38.425), vault (9.75), bars (9.4), beam (9.475) and floor (9.8). “She’s ranked fi rst in the
state right now,” said Lindsay, of Dent’s all-around score, “and we’re hoping it stays that way.” Soderberg is also a state qualifier. She’s goi n g i n t he a l laround (36.525), vault (9.475), bars (8.8) and floor (9.625). The state meet is scheduled for Feb. 24-25 at the University of Minnesota Sports Pavilion.
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clock. There are 79 Nakashima pieces in the library, mostly fashioned from American black walnut. Nakashima’s work is a perfect match for the Arboretum, an outdoor laboratory run by the University of Minnesota for growing Minnesota trees and plants. The furnishings highlight the pattern of the wood’s grain. Nakashima’s tables are bookmatched from the same tree, held together with his trademark “butterfly hinges.” The edges of many objects carry the curves of the original tree. Simply put, all the objects are crafted to highlight “The Soul of a Tree,” as Nakashima’s autobiography is titled. The work of Nakashima, who died in 1990, continues to rise in popularity. His furniture is the subject of museum exhibits and sought after by collectors. But as his pieces sell for tens of thousands of dollars, the Arboretum’s furnishings are still reg ularly used by library patrons – as originally intended. Even Head Librarian Kathy Allen admits that she enjoys running her hand across a Nakashima table as she walks by. With the smooth furniture’s irregular shapes and vivid grain patterns, it’s irresistible.
REGULAR USE The Andersen Horticultural Library attracts 25,000 visitors annually – many who come just to see the furnishings. On a recent afternoon, Minneapolis residents Sharon Anderson and John Kerr were sitting in Nakashima captain chairs, at a round Nakashima table. Their noses were stuck in books, as they prepared to tackle spring landscaping projects. “It’s surprisingly comfortable,” said Anderson of the furniture, adding, “It’s beautiful.” Later, a young woman sat and texted in a Nakashima low back chair next to a Nakashima coffee table made out of the giant burl of an English oak. The table is arguably the library’s Nakashima pièce de résistance. However, even with that object, librarians recently found themselves vacuuming glitter from its crevices and fishing out an errant marble left by a young visitor. “The furniture reflects the library’s mission of preservation and access,” Allen said. “In libraries, these terms usually apply to books and other documents.” However, Allen notes that the Nakashima furniture is, in a way, similar to the library’s collection of rare seed and nursery catalogues. “The purpose is not only to ensure these materials survive long into the future … but to make them accessible for research and learning. “The Nakashima furniture is another such collection that we work to preserve so that it can be enjoyed for many more
Here is a tally of library items crafted by George Nakashima. 2 matching book-matched free-form tables with “Holtz” bases 1 long table (“Frenchman’s Cove II”) 1 round table (“Clusterbase”) PHOTO COURTESY OF THE CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE
26 arm chairs PHOTO BY MARK W. OLSON
Recovered items from multiple burglaries were photographed in the Eden Prairie Police Department.
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Nakashima made this coffee table from a burl of an English oak. The chairs surrounding the table provide a comfortable place to sit and read.
1 coffee table (with “Minguren I base,” from the burl of an English oak)
generations to come. Making the Nakashima pieces accessible, not only for their beauty, but to sit on or at and use, provides unique accessibility.” “Nakashima felt furniture was functional, as well as beautiful,” Allen said.
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MISERABLE DAY “Furniture should be lived with and not treated as something overly precious. A certain amount of scratching and denting adds character to a piece,” Nakashima wrote in his autobiography. In fact, Nakashima named surface marring “Kevinizing” after his son Kevin who would, “‘antique’ furniture in record time.” “To me, there is nothing quite so uninteresting as a shining, perfectly smooth surface that looks as though it has never been used,” Nakashima wrote. Still, librarians take certain precautions. If Allen spots someone writing on a piece of paper with no backing, she’ll ask them to write on a pad to prevent indentations in the wood. A patron with a laptop will be given a pad to set it on. And once a year in January, the library staff embarks on “Miserable Day,” in which all the Nakashima furniture is oiled. “Miserable” refers to the soreness she feels the next day, Allen said. Oiling furniture is an odd task for librarians, Allen admits. “Nobody else has it on their résumé.” The task takes about three hours and is popular among volunteers. The last “Miserable Day” attracted two retired librarians from the New York Botanical Library who helped with the task. They intend to return and help again. “They had so much fun,” Allen said.
INTERNMENT CAMP Nakashima was born in Spokane, Wash. in 1905. He later received a degree in architecture from the University of Washington and MIT. During WWII, with discrimination against Japanese-Americans at its peak, Nakashima was sent to an internment camp in Idaho with his wife and infant daughter Mira. While at the camp, he met and trained with a traditional Japanese carpen-
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the resources, which is where our project comes in,” said Crocker. Crocker and Barns are in constant communication with people of the village while they reside here. Once they reach their goal of raising enough money to build the eco-lodge they plan to move to Tanzania for four to seven years. Then the lodge will be passed on to locals for them to run and operate. “Currently, we are really focused on the success of our project. Our goal is to create a sustainable project for the village that we can turn over to the locals in a few years, but I don’t think we will ever be fully done
ter, according to an Arboretum brochure. Nakashima was the subject of many awards and exhibits. Shortly before his death, the American Craft Museum in Manhattan held a Nakashima retrospective and New York Times reviewer Roberta Smith commented, “the artist favors flamboyant free-edge creations that take furniture design back to nature, and to the point of organic madness. In these instances, table tops, armrests or lamp bases retain the cavities, cracks and dynamic outlines of the trunks or roots they were cut from, exuding a kinetic molten energy more common to the rocks in a Japanese garden.” Nakashima’s work has been collected by notables ranging from Nelson Rockefeller to Steve Jobs. Elmer Andersen wrote in his autobiography, “A Man’s Reach,” that his wife Eleanor chose to equip the library with Nakashima furniture after spotting his work in a 1972 museum show in Washington, D.C. – presumably the Smithsonian Institution’s “Woodenworks” exhibit. Nakashima’s daughter, Mira Nakashima, continues to lead the Nakashima workshop, based in New Hope, Penn. Mira has also designed a few pieces for the library, including a computer desk and a large book cradle to hold the library’s special volumes.
ANTIQUES ROADSHOW Allen said the Andersen Horticultural Library furniture has not been officially appraised. However, George Nakashima’s pieces occasionally pop up on the PBS hit “Antiques Roadshow,” which reflects their growing monetary value. In 2008, longtime Roadshow appraiser J. Michael Flanigan estimated the value of one Nakashima “Frenchman’s Cove” table at $50,000 to $60,000. It was originally purchased in 1967 for $630. When contacted via e-mail on what made Nakashima special, Flanigan replied: “George Nakashima was foremost among the generation of craftsman-designers who come of age after the Second World War and eschewed the industrial design aesthetic that had been popular in the
with the project,” said Crocker. The goal to get the building process in motion is to raise around $200,000 by September. This money will fund all start-up costs including: construction, land and permitting. “The eco-lodge will generate its own money to fund village projects. Your donations now will multiply over time, improving Mkyashi for generations to come,” said Crocker. The group’s fiscal sponsor is Peace House Africa, also an Eden Prairie group. For more information or to make a donation, log on to mkyashi.org or call (952) 220-7038. Meghan O’Connor of Chanhassen is a staff intern at the Chanhassen Villager. She is studying journalism at the University of Minnesota.
1 short round table (for children) 4 exhibition cases 1 card catalogue cabinet 16 shelving end pieces 2 benches 3 freestanding bookcases 2 matching periodical cabinets 2 matching magazine units 1 desk 1 clock (made from a black walnut root) 1 long countertop 1 computer desk* 1 “mitten” slab (to screen computer)* 1 large book cradle* * Created by Mira Nakashima Source: Andersen Horticultural Library
1930s and 40s which emphasized industrial materials streamlined and harmonized with the modern industrial world. “Nakashima sought to use the forms found in the trees themselves combined with high levels of ancient and modern craft practices to create objects for everyday living. He made objects that made everyone who used them feel connected to the trees and ultimately the earth from which they came.” This connection rings true for Allen. “Some of the larger pieces in the library make me wonder about the life of each tree before its current ‘incarnation.’ Where did it grow? What did it ‘see’? Was it noticed or appreciated or used by humans (birds, squirrels, chipmunks, insects) during its long life? Being a huge walnut tree, the answer is almost certainly ‘yes.’” “The Nakashima furniture reflects the Arboretum’s mission of bringing trees and their value to the public’s notice,” Allen said, “both in terms of function and beauty.”
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Sam Barns and Allison Crocker, pictured while on safari at Arusha National Park, with boys from the village, the safari driver’s daughter and head cook Merry from Orphans in Kilimanjaro.
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forced open and wires cut on the back of the house. Officers then stopped Pesheck’s red Mercury Mountaineer and took him into custody. “We were able to catch him actually committing a burglary,” said Sgt. Dennis Paulson of the Eden Prairie Police Department. Paulson said the burglary followed a pattern, cutting wires to security systems, gathering items in the garage, then driving in to pick them up. It e m s r e c ov e r e d f r o m Pesheck’s vehicle matched the list of missing items, the complaint said. Agencies i nvolved a lso
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provides before- and afterschool care in most districts in the state. The report said part of the mission in Eden Prairie was to provide quality childcare “that minimizes the transition between school and childcare environments.” “This pilot was not done in response to something the Y was or was not doing,” Johnson said. About 226 families are enrolled in the new program and the average morning attendance is 87. The average afternoon attendance is 165 kids. Johnson said that surveys have shown that parents are satisfied that the program meets their needs. It has met “quality childcare standards” as measured by “a trained school-age care accreditation coach.” Projections show the program will have a small positive fund balance. The report recommended continuing the pilot program with Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion and Oak Point Elementary School for one more year before deciding whether to expand to more schools. “We just want to lear n more,” Johnson said. In addition, it would offer an opportunity for more families to learn about the program. “We want to hear from some of the parents.” If the board decides to continue the pilot, Kids EdVenture would offer a summer program at two sites. Interim Superintendent Jon McBroom said providing another school year of the program would provide the information needed to make a fair evaluation. School Board Member Suzanne Kutina said that for her to support a change, there would have to be a very strong benefit. “It would really have to be something amazing,”
included the Edina, Bloomington, Deephaven, Lakeville and South Lake Minnetonka Police Departments, and the Carver County and Hennepin County Sheriff’s Offices, according to a news release from the city of Eden Prairie. P au l s o n s a i d P e s h e c k could be linked to at least ei g ht bu rg l a r ies i n Eden P rai rie a lone, more t ha n 2 0 bu rgla ries t h roughout the metro area, including Deephaven, Edina and Minneapolis. Paulson reminded residents to lock their doors and call 911 if they see anything suspicious. “Please call in suspicious veh ic le s ,” P au l s on s a id . “You’re not bothering us. That’s what you hired us to do.”
Kutina said. Board Member Karla Bratrud said that the timing of the pilot is challenging, given the other issues that the district is addressing. Board Member Dave Espe said he would like to see more specifics on the costs of the program. Board Member John Estall said that administration should also clarify what the process will be to make further decisions regarding the program in the future, to help lessen parents’ anxiety. School Boa rd members said they want to hear from both programs, as well as parents, before they make a decision. The board is scheduled to discuss the Kids EdVenture program again at its meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28.
ACCEPTS RESIGNATION The School Board accepted the resignation of Eden Lake Principal Nanette Yurecko effective June 30, to pursue other opportunities, according to Interim Superintendent Jon McBroom. Yurecko started at Eden Lake in 2009, when Principal Chuck Richter moved to Oak Point. She came to Eden Prairie from Minneapolis schools.
A SUPERINTENDENT BY ANY OTHER NAME The School Board also voted unanimously to refer to the superintendent as “superintendent” in its policy documents. The superintendent had been referred to as “CEO,” in the board’s governance documents. The change to all printed documents will take some time, but the board will start work to take the CEO references out. “We know we have work to do on the policies themselves,” Board Member Karla Bratrud said. She said the change isn’t an attempt to address those things, it’s just a step toward clarity.
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If you go What: The Taste of Eden Prairie 2012, a fundraiser for the Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools, offers a taste of the best local restaurants, as well as a silent and live auction, music and more. Participating restaurants in this year’s event 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, India Spice House, IHOP and Cold Stone Creamery. When: 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25,
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Bayside Grille Asian Pot Stickers: Bayside’s own Asian dumplings filled with chicken, pork and vegetables and served with a Ponzu Shoyu dipping sauce. Customer comment: “Absolutely yummy!”
For the next two weeks, the Eden Prairie News will be previewing the Taste of Eden Prairie, set for Feb. 25, with a photographic sample and description of what the participating restaurants will offer.
Davanni’s Award winning pizza, hot hoagies, salads, pasta, calzones, desserts and more! Eat in, take out, delivery. “What’s your Davanni’s favorite?”
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Janet Stacey of Eden Prairie was recently re-elected to the Girl Scouts of Minnesota and Wisconsin River Valleys’ Board of Directors during the council’s annual meeting held Jan. 21. “As an elected member, Stacey represents the qualities of courage, confidence, character and community contribution that Girl Scouts strive to develop in girls,” according to a news release. “All Board of Directors members are volunteers and members of Girl Scouts of the USA.” In addition to her involvement in Girl Scouts, Stacey is vice president with Padilla Speer Beardsley, a Twin Citiesbased public relations agency. With more than 30 years in the medical device and health care industries, Stacey has extensive experience in branding, public relations, strategic planning, communications and consumer health marketing. She is actively involved in volunteering and serves on the boards of several nonprofit organizations, including Children’s Cancer Research Fund and Women’s Health Leadership TRUST. Stacey was a Girl Scout in Tennessee and served as a board member with the Girl Scouts Council in Central Texas. She chaired the Council’s Women of Distinction Committee for two years and currently chairs the
Janet Stacey Fund Development Committee. 2012 marks the Centennial Anniversary of Girl Scouts. As part of the year-long celebration, River Valleys will host the Great Girl Gathering at Mall of America, on March 10-11, 2012.
Casmer, Muller, Ali appointed to boards The Hennepin County Board has reappointed Kathy Casmer of Eden Prairie and appointed Kristin Klingler of Minneapolis to the County Extension Committee (Minnesota Extension Service). T he b o a r d r e app oi nt e d Douglas Muller and Hassan Ali of Eden Prairie to the Workforce Investment Board. Info: hennepin.us/volunteering.
The PROP Shop client room requests donations of boys underwear, most especially in sizes 4-6 briefs, although all sizes and styles are welcome. 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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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@mnlit-
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House painting offered for seniors “Metro Paint-A-Thon helps low-income seniors and people with disabilities continue to live independently in their own homes, enriching their lives and neighborhoods. Each August, thousands of volunteers scrape, prime and paint these homes at no cost to the homeowner,” according to a news release. This year, volunteers will paint homes on Aug. 4 and 5. The deadline to apply is May 4. Call (612) 276-1579 or visit paintathon.gmcc.org to find out if you are eligible and download an application.
PROP needs of the week The food shelf is most in need of canned fruit, toilet paper, rice, apple juice, canned meat and peanut butter/jelly. Your cash donations enable PROP to use its buying power for food, supplies and fi nancial 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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Saturday, February 25 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. Minnesota Vikings Winter Park Live Music, Silent & Live Auction, Cash Bar, Raffle, Locker Room Tours and Activities Online Auction Bidding ends Feb. 20
$35 (advance) $40 (at the door) $75 VIP Tickets See Website for details.
Tickets available at EP Schools, Kowalski’s, Jerry’s Foods and online at FoundationforEPSchools.org
Enjoy “Tastes” from the area’s best restaurants until 9:00 pm Buca di Beppo Kowalski’s Wildfire Kona Grill Houlihan’s Bar & Restaurant EP 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 Cafe Jerry’s Foods D’Amico & Sons Dickey’s BBQ Pit Dunn Bros Smith Douglas More House Backstreet Kitchen Bayside Grille Jake’s City Grille
Woody’s Grille Panino Brothers Famous Dave’s BBQ Santorini Cold Stone Creamery Baker’s Square Qdoba Noodles & Company IHop India Spice House
Special thanks to our 2012 Taste Sponsors! Partners in Excellence ($5,000 & up)
Gold ($1,000-$4,999) Prairie Electric ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS CO., INC.
Silver ($500-$999)
Tammy Brooks, “What’s Cooking in Eden Prairie?”
Bronze ($100-$499) Anchor Bank • Biffs Larson Engineering Inc. Allied Waste a Republic Services Company
Individuals and corporations who want to sponsor the event or donate an item to the silent auction should contact Anne at ADByrne@aol.com or Holly Parker at JPHP@aol.com
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to take naps and takes turns snuggling with members of her foster family,” according to a news release. Contact Southwest Metro Animal Rescue at: (952) 368PAWS (7297) or swmetroanimalrescue@hotmail.com. Southwest Metro Animal Rescue and Adoption Society is in Chaska. For more information, email swmetroanimalrescue @hotmail.com or visit swmetroanimalrescue.org.
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Winter blues? Skip the canoes
Winter camping can be a ‘totally different experience’ BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
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odd Eggenberger states the obvious when asked about winter camping. “No bugs,” he says with a smile, “and the camp fire actually feels good.” On the flip side, he’s not a big fan of getting out of a warm sleeping bag when it’s 20 degrees outside. Still, the Shorewood resident prefers to do his camping when it’s cold. “No bugs,” he reiterates. Eggenberger is not alone as lots of campers prefer camping in the winter. OK, maybe not lots. “We had one guy come to a class who knew nothing about winter camping,” said Matt Poppleton, REI’s outdoor programs and outreach manager. “Now, he not only loves it, but he’s teaching the class.” What gives? “It’s a totally different experience,” said Poppleton, referencing the seclusion of winter camping. “For the folks that go up to the Boundary Waters, it’s that sense of solitude.” “Winter campers love winter,” he adds. “They’ll see those squiggly lines on a map and go exploring. In the summer, those are places you wouldn’t think of paddling.”
What you need REI shares a list of musthave winter gear to keep you warm and safe at rei. com/expertadvice: Waterproof backpack to haul your extra clothes Sleeping bag rated at least 10 degrees lower than the coldest temperature you expect to encounter Sleeping bag liner can add 8 to 15 degrees of warmth Sleeping pads, at least two to insulate your body from the cold surface of snow Ground cloth protects tent from water Headlamp and flashlights, batteries Two-way radio Wondering what gear to bring on a winter camping expedition? Waterproof, warm materials are a must. Winter traditionalists camp in wall tents or quinzhees, igloo-like shelters made by hollowing out a pile of settled snow. “Quinzhees,” laughs Poppleton, “are hard to make without snow.” Most winter camping, however, is done the newfashioned way, in four-season tents, bulked-up versions that are able to withstand the weight of snow. The elephant in the room?
“You want to stay warm and dry,” Poppleton said. “The trick is to dress in layers. Not only do you want to shed a layer when you get too hot, but you want to be able to get it back on, and quickly, when you get cold.” Staying warm while sleeping shouldn’t be an issue as 0-degree sleeping bags are readily available. What might be more important, however, is a quality sleeping pad. “[You want] something that
keeps you off the ground,” Poppleton said. Question: What are you going to eat? Answer: What do you want to eat? Some campers dine on a smorgasbord of foods, surrendering to the hassle and weight of packing a Dutch oven. Others prefer a minimalist approach, adding melted snow to whoknows-what. Adding hot water directly to a packet of
instant oatmeal is about as minimalist as you can get. Packing in gear is as simple as loading as much as you want to pull on a sled. Well placed ski poles can make for some nifty sled sides. “Most winter campers camp out of a base camp,” said Poppleton. “They’ll do their exploring from there.” Like summer, the key is to set camp early. Instead of racing for a site, you’re racing
for light. “Remember,” adds Poppleton, “it gets dark at 5 o’clock.” Final question: Where do winter campers camp? “Probably not a KOA,” laughs Poppleton. Minnesota State Parks provide the most opportunities. Three Rivers Park District is also an option. And remember: leave the bug spray at home.
LET’S GO! BEST BETS 1. TASTE OF EDEN PRAIRIE The Taste of Eden Prairie’s 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
2. HAM AND EGG BREAKFAST The Czech Heritage Club will sponsor a ham and egg breakfast. Czech pastries, eggs with ham, coffee, milk and juice will be served. Time: 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19
Cost: Adults $7; ages 5-12 $4; younger than 5 free Location: Knights of Columbus Hall, 411 Fourth Ave. S.W., New Prague Info: czechheritageclub.com
3. CHILI COOK-OFF The Prior Lake VFW hosts this friendly competition for prizes for the best chili. The contest is limited to the first 25 contestants; register by February 18. Contestants and judges also are needed. Prizes include gift cards and chili pepper apparel. Chili dogs will be available for $2 immediately following the awards presentation. See signup sheets and contest rules at the VFW every day after 2 p.m. Time: 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 Cost: Free Location: Prior Lake VFW, 16306 Main Ave., Prior Lake Info: (952) 226-6208
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Thursday
FEB. 16 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
STEVIE RAY’S LOVE & LAUGHTER Stevie Ray’s comedy troupe has developed a new show designed to bring hilarity on the topic of love and romance. After seeing hundreds of Hallmark cards that claim that “Love is like a rose” or “Love is like a flowing river,” the troupe decided to let the audience decide what love is like. The audience calls out anything from “An old shoe” to “A 401(k) plan” and the troupe must create why love is like that thing. Time: 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Feb. 16-18; 7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 Cost: $25 Location: Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, 501 W. 78th St. Chanhassen Info: (952) 934-1525 or stevierays. org
LECTURE SERIES: VIVALDI’S ‘FOUR SEASONS’ AT THE ARB The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum will present “Music in the Garden,” a new evening lecture series exploring Baroque composer Antonio Vivaldi’s beloved classic, “The Four Seasons” with acclaimed musicologist Daniel Freeman. The Feb. 16 series’ opener explores the “Winter” component of this famous work. Subsequent lectures feature Vivaldi’s “Spring” and “Summer.” Each session stands on its own, but together they offer even deeper enrichment. Time: Vivaldi’s “Winter” 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16; Vivaldi’s “Spring” 7-9 p.m. Thursday, April 19; Vivaldi’s “Summer” 7-9 p.m. Thursday, June 21 Cost: $35 for Arboretum members; $45 for non-members Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu/learn. aspx or (952) 443-1422
Friday
FEB. 17 CHASKA FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOOK SALE The Chaska Friends of the Library will host a book sale. Money raised at book sales goes to support library programs. Time: 9-5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17; 9-3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 Location: Chaska Library, 3 City Hall Plaza, Chaska Info: (952) 448-3886 or www. carverlib.org
BLOOD DRIVE AT CDT Chanhassen Dinner Theatres’ will host its fourth annual Community Blood Drive. Anyone donating a pint of blood will be eligible to win a sweetheart’s evening out to Chanhassen Dinner Theatres including dinner and the production of “Hairspray.” Appointments are recommended. For more information
about blood donation requirements and/or restrictions, visit mbc.org or call Memorial Blood Centers at 1-888-GIVE-BLD. Time: Noon-4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17 Location: Chanhassen Dinner Theatres parking lot, 501 W. 78th St., Chanhassen Info: Call Emily at (952) 934-1552 or register at mbc.org/searchdrives and enter sponsor code 3548.
Saturday
FEB. 18 SKI-SKATING CLASSIC II: INTERMEDIATE Ski-skaters will improve their rhythm and increase their glide during this intermediate class which covers a more in-depth review of diagonal stride technique, increased control on hills and an introduction to double-poling techniques. This class is for anyone who has some classic skiing experience. Reference activity 123189-02 when registering online. This program is for ages 13 and older. Time: 12:30-2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 Cost: $18 or $26 with ski rental Location: Hyland Lake Park Reserve, 10145 Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
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Soul Tight Committee will be the first band to perform at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres under the theater’s new ownership group.
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hanhassen Dinner Theatres presents the local band, Soul Tight Committee, in concert on The Club stage at 9:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17. Soul Tight Committee features singer Michelle Carter who played Mary Magdalene in Chanhassen’s acclaimed production of Jesus Christ Superstar last year.
Soul Tight Committee is a 10-piece band whose members have found a com-
mon love for old-school, ‘70s R & B and dance music. The band will perform wellknown hits including: “Ain’t No Woman,” “Boogie Wonderland,” “At Last,” “I’ll Be Around,” “Lady Marmalade,” “Rock With You,” and dozens more.
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There will be a cash bar and grill menu provided. Doors open at 9 p.m.; performance starts at 9:30. Tickets are $10 at the
‘FRANKIE WENT TO HOLLYWOOD’
door. For more information, call the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres’ box office at (952) 934-1525.
The music of Frank Sinatra stands as one of American popular music’s most enduring songbooks. Arne Fogel and Maud Hixson team up with vocalist Reeves Cary to offer a program of the songs Sinatra sang in the movies between 1941 and 1964, the days when “Frankie went to Hollywood.” Time: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 Cost: Adults $22; seniors $19; students $16 Location: Bloomington Center for the Arts, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington Info: bloomingtoncivictheatre.org
ICE FISHING Participate in a “Take a Kid Ice Fishing” weekend. Start at Lowry Nature Center and learn ice fishing techniques and ice safety, discover the gear needed to get started and make a jigging pole. Then drive to Lake Auburn to learn about making holes in the ice and try catching some fish. Bring ice fishing equipment or borrow from Lowry. Adults with children younger than 16 need not purchase a license for this program. Reservations required; reference activity 111301-85. For ages 4 and older. Time: 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18 Cost: $7 Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
Sunday
FEB. 19 I GREW UP IN THE POND HOUSE The Parks and Recreation Department of the city of Bloomington is hosting “I Grew Up in the Pond House.” Hear amazing stories about Gideon and Agnes Pond that have been passed down for five generations, told by their great-grandson, Steve St. Martin, at the historic Pond House this Sunday. Time: 2 p.m. House tours at 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 19 Cost: $2 suggested donation Location: Pond Dakota Mission Park, 401 E. 104th St., Bloomington Info: (952)-563-8738 or ci.bloomington.mn.us
SKI-SKATING I: BASICS Learn beginning ski-skating techniques, including efficient edging, gliding and control. Prior classic skiing experience is recommended. Register online for activity 123191-05. This program is for ages 13 and older. Time: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 Cost: $22 or $36 with ski rental Location: Hyland Lake Park Reserve, 10145 Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
CLASSIC BEGINNER I: BASICS This class will cover 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. Register online for activity number 123188-07. This program is for ages 13 and older. Time: 12:30-2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 Cost: $18 or 26 with ski rental Location: Hyland Lake Park Reserve, 10145 Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
CRITTERS CLOSE UP Meet animals that live in the nature center. See a snake, salamander and turtle up close. Learn what they eat and watch as they are fed. Figure out what makes each of these animals unique. For all ages. Time: 3-4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 Cost: Free Location: Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
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 Info: hclib.org
IMPROV CLASS: BEGINNING I Those who’d like to sharpen their skills for thinking on the spot may want to consider attending this Improv Class at Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret. The class is for beginners. Those attending will learn the basics of thinking on their feet and working together. The eight-week course culminates with a recital at Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres. Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 21-April 10 Cost: $195 Location: Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, 501 W. 78th St., Chanhassen Info: stevierays.org
Upcoming 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
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Tuesday
FEB. 21 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
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
FESTIVAL OF ARTISTS Dillman’s Creative Arts Foundation of Lac du Flambeau, Wis., will partner with The Hopkins Center for the Arts to bring free art demonstrations to artists and friends in Hopkins for the third year. Demonstrations are planned by artists including Karen Knutson of Eden Prairie on “Step out of the Box – Watercolor/Acrylic.” Time: 4-7 p.m. Friday, March 9 Cost: Free Location: Hopkins Center for the Arts, 1111 Mainstreet, Hopkins Info: art@dillmans.com, dillmans.com
ST. PATRICK’S DAY LUNCH The Eden Prairie Senior Center is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day lunch on March 15. Enjoy a delicious meal of corned beef and cabbage or beef stew from Annie’s Catering. The registration deadline is March 8. Note your choice of stew at registration. Time: 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 15 Location: Eden Prairie Senior Center Community Room, 8950 Eden Prairie Road Cost: $10 Info: (952) 279-8050
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
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10TH ANNUAL EVERYTHING SPRING EXPO On Saturday, March 17, there will be a Home, Landscape & Garden Everything Spring expo hosted by the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce at Grace Church in Eden Prairie. Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 17 Location: Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Road Info: (952) 926-1884
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.
WRITER’S FESTIVAL AND BOOK FAIR There will be a book fair, workshops and speakers for writers and other book enthusiasts. Time: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, March 24 Cost: Keynote address: $12; Workshops and panels: $12; Boxed lunch: $12 (must be preordered) Location: Bloomington Theatre and Art Center, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington Info: bloomingtonartcenter.com
31ST ANNUAL BALL, MY KIND OF TOWN The Eden Prairie Foundation is hosting its 31st Annual Foundation Ball, My Kind of Town, on Saturday, April 14. It is the Eden Prairie Foundation’s largest fundraiser of the year. This year, the ball will acknowledge the “Best Small City in America” designation with the theme, “Eden Prairie-My Kind of Town.” Time: 6 p.m. Saturday, April 14 Location: Minneapolis Marriott Southwest, 5801 Opus Parkway, Minnetonka Info: (612) 860-6727 or scottgotis@ gmail.com
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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 Pinochle and chess – The senior center is seeking doubledeck Pinochle and chess players. Contact the Senior Center if you are interested. Coffee with the Cops – 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 23. Free. Meet with Eden Prairie Senior Liaison Officer Elizabeth Stroner. Bring your questions and conversation to share. Call the Senior Center to register. Art by Grant Gilderhus – Watercolors by the artist are on display at the Senior Center through Feb. 28. St. Patrick’s Day Lunch – 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 15. Enjoy a meal of corned beef and cabbage or beef stew from Annie’s Catering at the Senior
Center. Cost is $10. Register by March 8.
Minnesota Home and Garden Show – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, March 1. Visit the Minneapolis Home and Garden Show. Food is on your own. Cost of $14 includes transportation and admission. Register by Feb. 23.
soled tennis shoes. Contact the Senior Center for more information. Cost is $5 for nonmembers. Health Insurance Help – 1 p.m. Feb. 16. Call (952) 279-8050 for an appointment. Inside Edge Indoor Golf for Seniors – Mondays at 9 a.m. Cost is $21 per round. Call the Senior Center for more information.
Health and wellness
Classes
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 white-
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.
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).
mncap.org/viking/.
Senior trips
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.
Party-Style Bridge – noon3:30 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 – noon-3:30 p.m., no need to sign up, just come and play. Call Shirley at
Weekly events Mondays S en ior S i n g le s C of fe e Klatch – 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 – noon, 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 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.
(952) 934-3461 for more information.
Monthly events Bingo – From 1-3:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24. Cost is $1 for two cards. Refreshments provided. Chair massages – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 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. Bunco – 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17. Call Senior Center for information.
Beyond the Senior Center The fol lowing upcoming events are geared toward Eden Prairie seniors, but are not affi liated with the Eden Prairie Senior Center. 55-plus Driver Improvement Program – The Minnesota Highway Safety Center offers a 55-plus Driver Improvement Course from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 12 and 13 (eight-hour fi rst-time course), at Summit Place Senior Campus, 8501 Flying Cloud Drive, Eden Prairie. Cost is $24. Info/registration: mnsafetycenter.org or 1-(888)234-1294.
MEETINGS To add a meeting to our list, or update a listing, please email editor@edenprairienews.com or call (952) 942-7885.
Entrepreneur Council An Entrepreneur Advisory Council meeting is set for 7:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 16 at the Minneapolis Marriott Southwest (Opus), 5801 Opus Parkway, Minnetonka. Info: John Kurth at (952) 942-8560. Sponsor: The Meridian Group. This monthly meeting is exclusively attended by entrepreneurs, owners, presidents and CEO’s of private and public Minnesota firms. Reservations are required as space is limited.
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.
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.
PROP Annual Meeting People Reaching Out to other People, Inc. (PROP) is holding its annual meeting at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28, at PROP, 14700 Martin Drive, Eden Prairie. This meeting is open to the public. Info: propfood.org.
Eden Prairie Lions The Eden Prairie Lions is a volunteer organization of civicminded people representing a cross-section of the community. The club meets the first and third Mondays of the month at
Meals on Wheels 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.
Optimist Club 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.
Alcoholics Anonymous An Alcoholics Anonymous Men’s Meeting is set at 7 p.m. every Monday at the Preserve Center “Barn,” on the second f loor, 11221 Anderson Lakes Parkway, Eden Prairie, next to the tennis courts. Info: (612) 2101312, Brian.
Eden Prairie AM Rotary The Eden Prairie AM Rotary Club meets at 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Biaggi’s Restaurant in the Eden Prairie Shopping Center. Info: (612) 759-9150, Dick Ward.
Civil Air Patrol The U.S. Air Force Auxiliary Viking Squadron offers a cadet aerospace education program for kids ages 12 to 21 years. Senior officer members are age 21 and older. Viking Squadron covers the southwestern portions of the Twin Cities area and meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Grace Church in Eden Prairie, 9301 Eden Prairie Road. For more information contact Lt. Col. Brent Halweg at (952) 9373535 or bhalweg@comcast.net. CAP National Headquarters’ website is gocivilairpatrol.com. The Viking Squadron website is
Alzheimer’s Resource Group 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. 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.
Business to Business 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.
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.
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.
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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.com, Steve Clifton.
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From 7-8:30 a.m. Thursdays at Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road, international networking group focuses on referrals. Info: bnimn.com/ or (952) 890-6524, Ext. 7568, Paul Turney.
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) 9438422, Sarah.
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 first 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.
City of Lakes Chorus City of Lakes Chorus is an award-winning chorus of approximately 90 female voices with a long history of excellence. City of Lakes Chorus is a chapter of Sweet Adelines International, a nonprofit organization of approximately 30,000 members in choruses and quartets, worldwide. The group meets at 7 p.m. Mondays at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Richfield. Info: (763) 551-2524 or cityoflakes.org.
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
Entrepreneur Advisory Council “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.
Minneapolis Commodores The Minneapolis Commodores, a member of the Barbershop Harmony 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.
H2O Masters Toastmasters group meets 7:30-8:30 a.m. the second and fourth Tuesdays of every 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.
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.
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Prairie Lutheran Church is hosting a series of Sunday Spotlight Speakers, with the next event, a two-part series at 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 26 and March 4, between worship services. The presentation by speaker and author Terry Fretheim from Luther Seminary is titled “The Old Testament and Jesus Christ.” “Fretheim, a prolific writer
There is no cost to attend.” Prairie Lutheran Church is at 11000 Blossom Road, Eden Prairie, one mile west of Highway 169 off Pioneer Trail and Bennett Place. Info: prairielutheran.org or (952) 829-0525.
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charge of their ongoing health problems and get relief from their pain, fatigue and other symptoms. The six-week workshop is set for 1-3:30 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 23 to March 29, at Pax Christi Catholic Community, 1210 0 Pioneer Trail. Cost is $ 20 for the series. Info/registration: (952) 9413150.
Victory Lutheran sets movie night Victory Lutheran Church has planned a free movie night for 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18. The church will show the 1950’s biblical classic, “The Robe” on the big screen in the main worship area. “Richard Burton stars as Marcellus, a Roman tribune, who wins the robe of Christ after Jesus’ crucifi xion,” the movie is described in a news release. “Rather than giving him comfort, the robe haunts the tribune, and sends him into depression and delusion. To attempt to remove the curse, Marcellus journeys from Rome back to Israel to learn more of the man he crucified.” The movie begins at 6 p.m., and is slightly over two hours in length. Feel free to bring your own treats and lawn chairs, etc. Victory Lutheran is at 16200 Berger Drive in Eden Prairie. Info: (952) 934-0956 (leave your name and number attending).
Sunday Spotlight: Gordon Olson Prairie Lutheran Church is hosting a series of Sunday Spotlight Speakers, with the next event at 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 19, between worship services. The presentation by speaker Gordon Olson from Lutheran Partners in Global Ministry is titled “Project Education India.” Olson will share about the mission in India, give an update about the Saron housing unit and students that Prairie Lutheran sponsors, and provide information about the students in need of sponsorship. Bring questions and enjoy open conversation and refreshments with others. There is no cost to attend. “In 1996 LPGM began a relationship with two Lutheran Church bodies in South India by partnering with them
through their ministries to educate and support very poor village children. Project Education India now supports several hundred children in eight boarding homes,” according to a news release. Prairie Lutheran Church is at 11000 Blossom Road, Eden Prairie, one mile west of Highway 169 off Pioneer Trail and Bennett Place. Info: prairielutheran.org or (952) 829-0525.
Wednesday, Feb. 22. A light meal is planned at 6 p.m. Services begin at 7. All are invited. Message titles are: Feb. 22 – “The Skull;” Feb. 29 – “We Can Forgive;” March 7 – “Strange Kind of Salvation;” March 14 – “No Fair;” March 21 – “Paradise;” March 28 – “Salvation at The Skull.” Victory Lutheran Church is at 16200 Berger Drive in Eden Prairie. Info: victorylcms.org.
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Grace Church offers fall preschool
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. Each session 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 5:30 p.m. For children’s group registration, call Karen Atkins, (952) 466-2685. On Feb. 16, hear Anna Thompson speak. On Feb. 23, hear Pastor Tasha Genck Morton from St. Andrew Lutheran discuss “Lament – Grief in the Psalms.”
F u n s h i n e P r e s c h o ol at Gr ac e C hu r ch , 9 3 01 E den Prairie Road, Eden Prairie, is now registering for the fall 2012-2013 year. “Funshine is a Christian-based program with experienced teachers dedicated to developing confident children with a healthy self esteem,” according to a news release. The school is introducing EZ Write handwriting program and HighReach Learning Curriculum this year. Funshine offers a three-day program for ages 33 months to 5 ye a r s a nd a fou r - d ay program for ages 3 1/2 to 5 years. Classes run from 9:30 a.m. to noon. A lso of fered is an optional lunch bunch program until 1 p.m., plus periodic afternoon enrichment programs and extended days until 2:30 p.m. I n f o : a t g r a c e . c o m /f u n shine, Karen, (952) 224-3107 or kguille@atgrace.com
Lenten services at Victory Lutheran Victory Lutheran Church’s Lenten theme is “Salvation at the Skull.” “During Lent, the account of Jesus’ crucifi xion will be examined to see how people were drawn to salvation and what that salvation means for us,” according to a news release. Lent services begin on Ash
St. Andrew Preschool Sampler Regist ration is open for September to May Preschool Sampler Classes for the 20122013 school year! “This one-day-a-week class i s desig ned for chi ld ren 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 years of age. You choose a Monday or Friday class (9-11:30 a.m.). Preschool S a mpler i s t au g ht by t wo teachers who are wonderful at helping your child acclimate to preschool, help your child make some new friends, all while providing a balanced morning of learning,” according to a news release. I n fo : S t . A nd r ew E a rly Learning (952) 937-2776, Ext. 40.
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This page intentionally left blank and open to possibility Remember snow days, those glorious days when the radio announcer would roll through a long list of schools closed and as you listened, you crossed your fingers and hoped? As a kid, a snow day was the ultimate gift, offering unexpected free time and fresh snow to play in. If you had an unfinished school assignment, the day was a double bonus. Watching the snow fall as a young girl, I would press my face to the window and pray hard for a snow day. It wasn’t my noblest prayer, and sadly, this prayer was rarely answered despite my earnest appeals. Packers fans can feel my pain. Snow days were wonderful in so many ways. You could go back to bed. You could build a snow fort. You could make hot chocolate. You could do whatever you wanted. Your day was free and completely unscheduled,
days. Schools may close, but our jobs rarely did. The Internet happened and a snow day became just a day to work from home. And shovel the driveway. What happened to our unspeakable joy, that giddy excitement of boundless possibility? Occasionally, we get a hint of this possibility. Time opens unexpectedly on our calendar, and suddenly we get to choose how to spend this sliver of open time. Open space is liberating and spontaneous choice feels so freeing. Ironically, we scheduled our calendar to begin with; the things filling our days are our choices. With our newfound free time, we ask the question: “How do I want to spend my time?” Sometimes, our answers admonish us. As Henry David Thoreau reminds us, “It’s not enough to be busy, so
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and best of all, so was everyone else’s. The entire neighborhood might spontaneously appear to shovel the pond for a neighborhood game of pond hockey or capture the flag. Books were read, chocolate cookies baked, snow cones made. The day was full of possibility. Then we grew up. We discovered radio announcers could not grant adults snow
are the ants. The question is, what are we busy about?” And sometimes, our answers remind us of what we love most about life, what impels us to get out of bed each morning. Wide open unscheduled time helps bring us back to our center. One of my daughters schedules more in a day that most of us dare attempt in a week. She is hugely and impressively productive. And yet, she has come to understand the importance of time to hike in the woods, snowshoe and ski. Most of her days are filled with time deadlines. But in the woods, her days are filled with sunrises and sunsets and occasionally a show of the northern lights. She eats when she is hungry, stops when she is tired, and builds a fire when she is cold. Instead of responding to the world’s expectations of her, she
listens within. Time away seems to reintegrate her mind, body and soul. One of my colleagues declares personal snow days differently, by going on retreat. He takes a long weekend once a quarter and heads up to St John’s Abbey in Collegeville. He stays in the guest house and meets with a spiritual director. He spends most of his days in silence, mediation and prayer. He says it helps. Jesus went off alone to pray. In one scriptural passage, we read of the crowds pressing towards Jesus. In the next, he’s gone off alone to pray in a deserted place, sometimes overnight, sometimes for forty days. In hindsight, praying for a snow day reflects a wisdom we too often dismiss as child-like. It is the wisdom of intuitively knowing that we need to
take time to rediscover and center ourselves, time that is unencumbered by errands, expectations or obligations, time to remember again who we are and who we are called to be. In my last bank statement, a blank page was tucked inside. It read simply, “This page intentionally left blank.” White space, all possibility. Even my bank account understands that white space creates possibility. Thankfully, now that we are grown-ups, we don’t need a radio announcer to grant us the white space of a snow day. That is a gift we can give to ourselves. Beryl Schewe shares this space with the Revs. Rod Anderson and Timothy A. Johnson as well as spiritual writers Dr. Bernard E. Johnson and Lauren CarlsonVohs. “Spiritually Speaking” appears weekly.
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Temple of Eck sets events The following events are planned at the Temple of Eck in February: 10-10:30 a.m. Feb. 19 – “Find Inner Peace – Chant Hu!” 7-8:30 p.m. Feb. 22 – “Past Lives/Present Opportunities” 7-8:30 p.m. Feb. 29 – “Out-ofBody Adventures” Free events are at the Temple of Eck, 7450 Powers Blvd., Chanhassen. Info: templeofeck. org or (952) 380-2200.
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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.
St. Andrew registers for fall preschool St. Andrew Preschool in Eden Prairie is now registering for the fall 2012 preschool year. “St. A ndrew Preschool’s Christian curriculum includes Discovery Learning Centers that allow preschoolers to learn with ‘hands on’ activities, a whole language approach to kindergarten readiness, creative art, music, indoor gym and outdoor playground and much more. We offer a wide variety of options from 2-, 3-, 4and 5-day options. We also offer a one-day “Preschool Sampler” option. Many opportunities for extended classes as well,” according to a news release. Info: standrewlu.org. Contact Sherrie at (952) 937-2776, Ext. 40 for more information or to schedule a tour.
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.
Send us your religion news There are several ways you can submit a news or calendar event relating to religion. You can mai l it to Eden Prairie News, P.O. Box 44220, Eden Prairie, MN 55344, fax it to (952) 942-7975, email it to editor@edenprairienews.com, or deliver it to 250 Prairie Center Drive, Suite 211, Eden Prairie. Deadline is noon on the Monday preceding the Thursday publication date. We urge that submissions be brief, to the point and typed.
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ST. ALBAN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH SUNDAY 8:00 & 10:00 a.m. WEDNESDAY 6:00 p.m. “Come grow with us in Christ” 6716 Gleason Road, Edina • (952) 941-3065
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Recognized for equestrian achievements Katherine Bentfield, a senior at the International School of Minnesota (ISM) has been recognized in a number of equestrian magazines for her 2011 horse jumping achievements. “For points accumulated over the year, she was 2011 Minnesota state champ in three categories: the 15-17 age group of Equitation with jumps 3.5 feet high; the 15-17 age group of Equitation on the f lat (no jumps); and the 16-17 age group of Small (horses that are under 16 hands tall) Junior Hunter with jumps 3.5 feet tall. Equitation refers to a rider’s position while mounted. Hunter refers to overall style of the horse and rider. Katherine describes it as ‘slow and pretty.’ She was also the Midwest champ for the 16-17 age group in the Small Junior Hunter competition. This placed her 22nd in the nation for that division,” according to a news release. Katherine was recently featured in the Minnesota Hunter
Below — Jeff Parker, president of the Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools, speaks at the Charity Dream Date Fundraiser event at Eden Prairie High School on Monday, Feb. 13. The event offered students a chance to try to outbid one another for dates. All the proceeds are donated to the Make A Wish Foundation and the Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools.
Katherine Bentfield and Jumper Association magazine. She appeared on the cover, and her story is the lead article. She has also been recognized in Equestrian magazine and The Chronicle of the Horse. Katherine has been at ISM since sixth grade and has enjoyed all her years at the school. Katherine plans to attend Southern Methodist University in Dallas and has been accepted into its business honors program. PHOTOS BY ALEX KEMPTSTON
publicnotices NOTICE OF PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING Storm Water Pollution Prevention Program Saturday, March 17th 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 NOTICE: Residents of Eden Prairie are invited to attend an Annual Public Information Meeting about the City’s Phase II Storm Water Permit Program under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). The Phase II Storm Water Permit was submitted to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency in April 2003. The Phase II Permit Application included: • Stor mwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) • Best Management Practices (BMPs) for managing stormwater discharges The informational meeting will be held in an Open House format during the Chamber of Commerce Home, Landscape & Garden Expo which will be held at Grace Church. Comments and questions regarding the Permit or the City’s stormwater management program will be taken immediately following the presentation. Public comments can also be sent in writing to Leslie Stovring through 4:30 p.m. on April 30, 2012. Copies of the SWPPP and BMPs are available on the City’s website in the Environment and Water Resources section at www.edenprairie. org for review. Please contact Leslie Stovring, Environmental Coordinator, at lstovring@edenprairie.org or 952-949-8327 for a printed copy. (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, February 9 and 16, 2012; No. 3278) VACATION 12-01 NOTICE OF VACATION OF DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS DEDICATED IN EDEN PRAIRIE FORD, LYING WITHIN MENARD 7TH ADDITION, ON DOCUMENT 1595590 AND ON DOCUMENT 3033585, ALL IN HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held before the Eden Prairie City Council at the Eden Prairie City Hall, 8080 Mitchell Road, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, on March 6, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. to hear all persons present upon the proposed vacation of easements described as follows: All drainage and utility easements dedicated in EDEN PRAIRIE FORD, according to the recorded plat thereof and dedicated in said plat, Hennepin County, Minnesota. Together with: All drainage and utility easements lying within Lots 2 and 3, Block 1, MENARD 7TH ADDITION, according to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota, which were dedicated in said plat. Together with: That part of the easement for drainage and utility purposes in favor of the City of Eden Prairie, as contained in Quit Claim Deed dated July 13, 1984, recorded August 20, 1984 as Document No. 1595590, as identified on Exhibit “A” as EASEMENT 8A over, under and across that part of Outlot B, Menard Addition and EASEMENT 12A over, under and across that part of Outlot A, Menard Addition which lies within EDEN PRAIRIE FORD, according to the recorded plat thereof, Hennepin County, Minnesota, except that portion of said easement previously vacated by Notice of Completion of Vacation Proceedings dated April, 10, 1992, recorded April 14, 1992 as Document No. 2252439. Together with: The easement for utility purposes in favor of the City of Eden Prairie, as contained in Quit Claim Deed dated May 14, 1998, recorded May 19, 1998 as Document No. 3033585. By Order of the City Council (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, February 16, 2012; No. 3283) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLANNING COMMISSION Monday, February 27, 2012 – 7:00 PM City Center - 8080 Mitchell Road
Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Project: New Horizon Academy Location: Southeast corner of Dell Road and Linwood Court Developer: Rylaur, LLC, on behalf of Blue Hills Solutions, LLC NOTICE: Residents of Eden Prairie are invited to attend a public hearing about a proposal for a New Horizon Academy day care. 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 Review on 1.17 acres • Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers within the Neighborhood Commercial zoning district on 1.17 acres • Site Plan Review on 1.17 acres QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS: If you wish to see plans before the meeting, please stop by City Hall between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. If you want to talk to someone about the proposed project, please contact Scott Kipp, the project planner, at 952-949-8489. Copies of any written comments submitted to the Community Development Department by 12:00 p.m. on the Friday prior to the meeting date will be distributed in the Commission packets. (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, February 16, 2012; No. 3284) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLANNING COMMISSION Monday, February 27, 2012 – 7:00 PM City Center - 8080 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Project: Hennepin Village Site B Toll 2012 Location: 71.5 acres east of Eden Prairie Road and south and west of Riley Creek Developer: Toll Brothers NOTICE: Residents of Eden Prairie are invited to attend a public hearing about a proposal for 51 single family homes. 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: • P l a n n e d U n i t D eve l opment Concept Review on 71.5 acres. • Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers on 71.5 acres. • Zoning District Change from Rural to R1-13.5 on 24.37 acres • Preliminary Plat of 71.5 acres into 51 lots and 3 outlots 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, Michael Franzen, the project planner, at 952-949-8487. 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 16, 2012; No. 3285)
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Andrew Teaver (left) and Neeraj Ajgaonkar, lay down the house rules before the bidding begins at Monday’s Charity Dream Date Fundraiser at Eden Prairie High School.
EDUCATION NEWS
Nominate for Legacy Awards The Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools (FEPS) is requesting nominations for the Eden Prairie Schools Legacy Awards. Established in 2008, t he L egacy Awa rds honor individuals who have made a significant impact in the quality of education on the Eden Prairie School District. Awards are made in five categories; student, teacher, district staff employee, volunteer and alumnus. Application deadline is March 16, 2012, and recipients will be notified by March 25. Award winners will be honored at the Legacy Awards event on May 9 at Olympic Hills Country Club. Nomination forms are available at the main office of each school in the district or by going to the Legacy Awards home page at www.foundationforepschools.org/Legacy. Nominations can also be sent to the Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools, 8100 School Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 or info@foundationforepschools. org. 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 more than $165,000 in grants and $111,000 in ongoing scholarships.
Because it is a new semester, the conference format has some changes, according to a news release. On Feb. 28 there will be traditional conferences from 4-6 p.m. and an open house format from 6:25-8 p.m. On March 1 there will be traditional conferences from 4-8 p.m. For more information, visit edenpr.org/ephs.
ISM hosts workshop on financial aid The International School of Minnesota (ISM) is partnering with Minnesota College Goal to host a Financial Aid Awareness Workshop from 1-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 26, at the school. A financial aid counselor will present an overview of financial aid. After the presentation, college financial aid counselors will be available to assist families with completing the online FAFSA form. Counselors will assist families on a first-come, first-served basis. Other professionals will be available including fi nancial consultants and bank/loan officers to answer general financial aid-related questions, according to a news release. Additionally, a professional will be available to provide i n for mation on accessi ng scholarship resources. Info: Kerrie Troseth at ktroseth@ ism-sabis.net or internationalschoolmn.com.
EPHS Conferences Speech Team Feb. 28 and March 1 sets Spotlight Event Third-term conferences are scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 28, and Thursday, March 1.
The EPHS Speech Team Spotlight Event is at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20, in the PAC at
the High School. “Come hea r you r classmates present their awardwinning speeches in preparation for the National Forensic League Tournament on March 9 and 10 and the State Tournament on April 21,” according to a news release. Event categories include: Great Speeches, Hu mor, Origi na l Orator y, Storytelling, Creative Expression, Duo and more. A $ 3 donation at the door helps support Speech Team travel expenses.
Driver’s Education classes available Eden Prairie Community Education offers monthly Driver Education classes after school throughout the school year and a variety of times in the summer with licensed, certified teachers. Eligible students need to be at least 15 years of age by the last day of class and either live or attend school in Eden Prairie. The class fee is $110 for 30 hours of class instruction and $300 for six hours of behindthe-wheel driving instruction or $399 if paid in one payment. Driving instruction is also available for adults. To register online, visit epcommunityed.org or call (952) 975-6942 for more information.
Community Ed offers classes Contact Eden Prairie Community Education at (952) 975-6942 for registration information or register online at epcommunityed.org.
Jump Start Your Metabolism: 7-9 p.m. March 15 at Central Middle School. The cost of the class is $38 and the registration deadline is Feb. 28. So You Want to Write Children’s Books: 9 a.m. to noon March 17 and 24 at Central Middle School. The cost is $38 and registration deadline is Feb. 28.
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. “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 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.
ON CAMPUS UW-Eau Claire The following students from Eden Prairie were named to the University of WisconsinEau Claire deans’ lists for the 2011 fall semester: Benjamin Boldenow, business, business administration; Abby Johnson, education and human sciences, athletic training; Michael Sandvig, arts and sciences, mass communication; Molly Senske, business, health care administration; Jessalee Simonson, arts and sciences, English; Laura Stone, education and human sciences, special education; and Matthew Stover, business, management.
St. Cloud State University T he fol low i n g st udent s recently graduated from St. Cloud State University: Laura Behlke, Bachelor of Science, Community Psychology, Cum Laude; Min Bista, Masters in Engineering Manage ment, Master of Engineeri n g M a n a gement ; C a r r y n Broich, Bachelor of Science, Recreation and Sports Mana g e m e nt ; A m a n d a C u k a , Master of Business Administration, Business Administration; Eric Cuka, Master of Business Administration,
Busi ness Ad mi nist ration; A nd rew G o er t z , B achelor of A r t s, Psycholog y, C u m Laude; Christopher Groven, Master of Business Administration, Business Admini st ration ; Jason Steigau f, Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering; Shivli Tandon, Masters in Engineering Management, Master of Engineering Management; Aaron Tavares, Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice Studies; Douglas Tucker, Bachelor of Science, Recreation and Sports Management; Kelly Whipple, Master of Business Ad mi nist ration, Busi ness Administration.
contributions to their platoon, company, battalion or staff, the South Carolina Corps of Cadets and The Citadel.” Peters is a psychology major.
Bethel University
Tony James Wood of Eden Prairie has been named to the Minnesota State CollegeSoutheast Technical (Winona, Minn.) president’s list for fall semester 2011.
The following students recently graduated from Bethel University: Terry Prindiville received a BA in History. Michelle Turner earned a BA in Business.
The Citadel Brian Paul Peters of Eden Prairie has been named to the fall 2011 Commandant’s Distinguished Service List at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina. “Citadel cadets named to the Commandant’s List are recognized for having made the most positive
St. Mary’s University A leah Bingham of Eden P rai rie was named to the first semester dean’s list at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota in Winona. The list includes students with a grade point average of 3.6 or better on a 4.0 scale.
Minnesota StateSoutheast Technical
UW-La Crosse The following students from Eden Prairie have been named to the dean’s list at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse for the fall semester of the 2011-12 academic year: Matthew Thomas Grewe, fi nance major; Abby Jean Hegland, e a rly ch i ld ho o d t h r ou g h middle childhood education major; Talia Jordan Kramer,
exercise and sport science major: exercise science-preprofessional track; Bradley J. Masche, social studies major; Zachary John Minnich, undeclared; Alexis Grace Smith, economics major; Rileigh Van Driessche, a rchaeologica l studies major; Katie L Wargolet, middle childhood through early adolescence education major; and Rachel Marie Weber, middle childhood through early adolescence education major.
Bethel University T he fol lowi n g st udent s from Eden Prairie have been named to the dean’s list for academic excellence for the winter 2011 semester at Bethel University in St. Paul: Leah Hatzung, sophomore; Alexandra Stark, senior; Eleanor Stark, junior; Krista Nelson, senior; Anna Paulson, junior; Breanna Blaschke, senior; Nat h a n Br uba ker, sopho more; Jordan Flom, senior; Allison Hallstrom, senior; Leah Hatzung, sophomore; Kathryn Kennedy, freshman; Kelly Snyder, senior; Peter Sorensen, sophomore; David Sparkman, senior; Hannah Thomas, freshman; Tara Tulberg, junior; Michelle Turner, senior; and Rachel Van Heest, sophomore.
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CABINETRY
ELECTRICAL
952-445-4056 www.fonderscarpet.com
Additions Remodeling Basements Porches Fireplaces Kitchens, Baths New Construction Concrete/Blockwork 952-445-6604 Free Estimates Locally owned since 1979 MN lic#4327
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BUILDING Builder's Edge Remodeling, Windows, Basements, Additions, Cabinets. Licensed. 952-492-3170
S & S CUSTOM WOODWORKS. Quality Cabinets. Quality Service. 952-442-9887
CLEANING A Clean House= Big smiles. Experienced, Responsible, References. 952-361-6237 952-393-9534, Deanne Home and Office Cleaning. Experienced, reliable, reasonable rates.
CABINETRY
Affordable home and office cleaning. Over 15 years experience. Trustworthy with references. 952-201-8304
KB Custom Cabinets Kitchens, Entertainment Centers, Bars, Built-ins Vanities, Counter Tops. 952-445-7790
Aliene's Clean & Shine Home Cleaning. I'm hardworking, reliable, honest, bonded. 612250-4602
#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
FLOORING
Handy Home Repair Service, Inc. Any Task... Just Ask
ABOVE ALL HARDWOOD FLOORS & CARPET Floor Installation Sanding & Refinishing Carpet, Tile & Vinyl Installation Exceptional Quality Great Service
952-440-WOOD (9663)
612-201-6316, bgmach3_3@hotmail.com www.handyhomerepairservice.com
HEATING/AIR COND
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PAINT/WALLPAPER
Heating, plumbing, remodel and repair, and replacement, new construction. 952-492-2440
Bruce Mackenthun Does It All! WindowDoor- Deck specialist! Professional services. 952-270-9166. Lic #BC452534 Ins. www.brucedoesitall.com
MJ Painting Interior/ Exterior painting & staining. 952-445-2904 Marvin Jeurissen
MOVING/STORAGE
MOVING?
Ken's HANDYMAN SERVICE Repairs, Installations & Home Improvements. Call Ken: 952-445-1836
Quality Interior Painting. Reliable, Professional, Experienced. 952-334-0977 Jerry Fehn
You Call - We Haul
Completely Enclosed Truck Very Reasonable Rates
PLASTER/DRYWALL
PLUMBING/SEPTIC Father/ son plumbing company. Licensed, bonded, insured. Working for you! R&D Plumbing952-237-0115 Plumbing, heating, remodel and repair, new construction. 952-4922440
ROOFING
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
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•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) Storm damage repairs Defective shingle claims Family owned & operated Thousands of satisfied customers Professional and Courteous Lic# 20632183
MISC HOME SERVICES
SNOW REMOVAL #1 Schieber's Outdoor Services. Commercial Residential. Senior Discount. Joe: 952-2924445, landscapesos.com
UPHOLSTERY Discounted fabrics... drapes, bedspreads, residential/ commercial. 39 years' experience. 952-447-4655
MISC HOME SERVICES
CERTIFIED Home Inspections Radon & Mold Testing
952-758-2552
We Haul Moving New Prague
Why Wait Roofing LLC
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NEED HANDYMAN? Little Job Expert! For all the odd jobs needing Attention!!! Painting: • Interior & Exterior Finish Carpentry: • Basements • Bathrooms • Ceramic Tile • Sheet Rock & Taping Dennis 952-334-1755 952-445-9034
PAINT/WALLPAPER
952-448-3761 No wall too small
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Full time Paraprofessional / 1/2 time Paraprofessional . Work to support pre-K and elementary students who receive special education services. We currently have two open positions. Please specify if you are interested in the 1/2 time or full time position. Send letter & application to: Jordan Elementary Principal Stacy DeCorsey 815 Sunset Dr. Jordan, MN 55352
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.
Field Service Technician Inquiries should have a minimum of 2 years experience oil processing, assembling, and testing power transformers. Candidates must be willing to travel extensively. You must be able to obtain a CDL or carry a current CDL. We offer competitive wages, 401K plan and medical package. Send resume to: hr@jordantransformer.com or fax 952-492-6947. JORDAN TRANSFORMER, LLC
We are looking for an individual to work with men who have mental health needs. This position will involve working in the community located in the Southern Metro area. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in any behavioral health science field with 1 year experience or 3 years of full-time supervised experience in the delivery of clinical services in the treatment of mental illness. Full-time with benefits. Please send resumes to Cedar House, 329 Faribault Road, Faribault, MN 55021 or email; Kristen@cedarhouseinc.com
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Client Support Advisor Open Systems a leader in accounting and business development software is looking for Customer Service oriented people to provide phone support for accounting or inventory management software. The Client Support Advisor duties include, troubleshooting software installation and maintenance along with supporting software functionality. Excellent troubleshooting and customer communication skills required. Experience with accounting software, SQL or Access is a plus. Please send resume and salary requirements to Open Systems, Inc. Attn: HR, 4301 Dean Lakes Boulevard, Shakopee, MN 55379 or email to HR@OSAS.com. EOE
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Experienced, professional personal service at a reasonable price. Year-round service. Call or email for appt: 952-240-5279
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Some evenings & weekends will be required. A key position in the County, responsible for the administration of constitutional & statutory requirements for elections administration. Incumbent coordinates the maintenance of the voter registration system; trains staff & election judges; & implements & interprets statutes, policies, procedures, & plans for elections processes. Incumbent will also assist with other Property & Customer Services programs as time & needs of service dictate. MQs: Requires equivalency of an associate's degree & 4 years related experience in election process administration. Strong preference given for MN Secretary of State Election Administration Certification (which otherwise must be obtained within 1 year of hire) & MN elections process experience. Work with optical scan voting systems and/or computer processes related to elections are desirable. Valid driver's license is required. Salary Range: $47,553 to $64,337DOQ. Selection: Rating of Training & Experience. Closing: 02/24/12. Obtain application from Scott County Employee Relations at (952) 496-8890 or on the Internet at www.co.scott.mn.us. EOE TTY/TDD: (952) 496-8170 Let's work together.
ROUTE DRIVER Small local garbage company seeking driver. Must have Class B license, pass DOT physical, drug test, and a clean record. Duties would include driving and lifting up to 75 pounds. Pay DOE. Send resume or questions to: 952-217-1290 krosland@comcast.net
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Work from home. Set up accounts for Inc. 500 company. FT/PT. 952470-5319
DISPATCHER FT Dispatcher needed for small brokerage company in Chaska. TL/LTL shipments, quoting freight, booking & dispatching, freight claims, light office work. We offer comp. wage based on exp. Resume to:
ASSOCIATE TRAINEE Real Estate Career Excellent Potential Fast Growth
Coldwell Banker Burnet Eden Prairie Irene: 952-949-4759 Rolland: 952-949-4724 EOE
Mary@FMLFreight.com or Freight Management Logistics 123 Columbia Court North, Ste 90, Chaska MN 55318
Telemarketer needed for growing freight company. Could lead to FT position. Growing freight company in Chaska. 952-448-5098
Part-Time
GUEST SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE 3PM-11PM SHUTTLE DRIVER 5PM 10PM Includes Weekends Apply in Person @ HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS Chanhassen, MN
Program Counselor (Shakopee)
Health Care CNA or HHA
We have part time hours, all shifts available at Keystone Communities of Prior Lake, a Sr housing facility and Assisted Living. We are looking for a team player who has a passion for working with seniors. Long Term Care and Memory Care experience required. We offer a supportive work environment and great team to work with. Please call Rhonda at 952-2269209, fax your resume to 952-226-9201 or stop by 4685 Park Nicollet Ave., Prior Lake to pickup an application.
Fastenal Company PART-TIME POSITION AVAILABLE 2460 Chaska Blvd. Chaska, MN 952-448-7057. The Fastenal Company would like to invite ambitious, hard-working individuals to apply for the position of part-time Sales Support. Please see our full add and apply online at; www.fastenal.com
Junior High Golf Coach Responsible for daily coaching duties, including practices, games and clinics. All other Coaching duties as assigned by head coach/ principal. Send letter & application to: Jeff Vizenor Athletic Director 600 Sunset Dr. Jordan, MN 55352 or application materials can be emailed to: jvizenor@jordan.k12.mn.us
Do you enjoy going to sporting events or community activities? Hours: E/O Sat&Sun 1pm-7pm with flexibility in schedule due to activities- Attend events (Wild, Twins, Vikings) Must be flexible, Diabetes exp. a plus. Driver's lic, insur., clean record required Contact: Jodib@thomas alleninc.com or fax resume 952-445-8110
RECEPTIONIST Jordan Dental Care, P.A. 10-12 hrs/wk. M, Tu, Th after 3pm. phones, computer scheduling billing, and cleaning. Reliable, positive attitude a must. (952)492-2021 or doctor@ jordandentalcare.com
Part-Time Retail Sales position: longterm, PT position in retail sales for small vacuum cleaner shop. Experience helpful, but will train. Excellent position for retired or semi-retired individual. Some computer experience helpful. 952-445-5052
St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Eden Prairie is looking for two parttime custodians. Applicants must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, work independently, and have a helpful and positive attitude. Send resume to gbach@standrewlu.org
StarTribune Newspaper Carrier Needed immediately Shakopee and Chaska, weekend & weekday routes, and PT Sat/Sun. assembly. For further information see our website at; www.Chaskadelivery.com
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Maintenance Worker City of Jordan The City of Jordan is accepting applications for a fulltime public works Maintenance Worker. Minimum qualifications include a Minnesota Class B Drivers License and one year heavy equipment operation experience. Class D Water Operators License and Class D Waste Water Operators License or ability to obtain within two years of employment. Work includes the operations and maintenance of all City public works facilities and utilities. Salary range $19.28 - $22.68. Application materials and position description are available at the Jordan Government Center, 210 East First Street, Jordan, Mn 55352, on the City of Jordan website at: www.jordan.govoffice.com or by calling 952-4922535. For consideration, applications must be received by 4:30 PM, Friday, March 2, 2012. Jordan is an equal opportunity employer.
Carpentry Contractors Co. 2012 JOB FAIR! TUESDAY, FEB. 28 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 29 12:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M.
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Experienced Truck Mechanic 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.
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Elections & Customer Service Coordinator
Auburn Homes & Services in Chaska is currently hiring. Lead Servers Server Housekeeping Services Asst Care Attendants LPN .8 M-F Visit our website at www.auburnhomes.org to learn more about these and other opportunities. EOE/AAP
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Automotive Sales Luther Burnsville VW Exciting opportunity to join the fastest growing VW dealership in the Midwest! We are looking for experienced salespeople who want to take their career to the next level. Our new, state of the art facility is the largest of its kind in the United States. We have an open showfloor so you can sell new or used vehicles and our top salespeople are selling over 30 cars per month. Volkswagen is one of the fastest growing brands around. Sell some of the safest cars and SUVs, the 40+mpg TDI Diesels as well as the Motor Trend Car of the Year, the 2012 Passat! Great pay plan with an opportunity to make over six figures with demo allowance up to $300/month and benefits including medical, dental, 401k and more. Auto sales experience preferred along with a good driving record. Call Tom Walsh at 952-892-9400 or submit an application online at lutherauto.com and click employment
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Inquiries must have analog and digital machine control design experience. Must be motivated and a selfstarter. Associate Degree or higher in electrical engineering required. Assignments require strong computer skills, the ability to read, design and draw wiring control schematics using AutoCAD 2012. Jordan Transformer offers competitive wages, 401K plan and medical package. Inquiries send resume with wage expectations to: Email: hr@jordantransformer.com
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Boats/Motors
1998 Bayliner Capri Fish & Ski boat, 19 ft. 135HP. Inboard, stored inside. Excellent condition $6900. 952-4126417
Boats/Motors
Hydro Stream Vegas. 20'. 200 HP+++. Complete restoration. 5 passenger. A real head turner! $6,900 or all trades welcome. 952215-5421
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Campers Travel Trailers
Motorcycles
$$ Paid for Junkers/ Repairables FREE TOW. Immediate pickup. Serving Carver/ Scott counties. 952-220-TOWS, 24/7
2004 41' SportsCoach Elite. Fully equipped. 23,000K. Well-maintained. 3 slides. $100,000. 952-797-6264
2003 Harley Softtail Deuce Anniversary model. 5500 miles. $13,000. 952-447-4280
Campers Travel Trailers
2002 Larson 19' FishNSki, SEI 190, 135 HP Outboard, stored indoors. $11,900. or BO, NADA guide suggested $10,500.00, Jon 612730-8116
2006 Crestliner Lsi Angler 2285. Lots of extras. 60 HP Mercury 4 stroke and dual axle trailer. 763-360-6251
94 Starcraft, 17ft. Aluminum. Walleye, Bass ½ Console 75hp. Mariner & 8hp. Kicker. $6500. 612-554-6725 or bsehlers3242@gmail.com
1991 Fleetwood Southwind Motorhome, Class A, 33ft. Only 38k miles! Smooth runner, fully loaded, sleeps 6, hydraulic leveler, $10,500, 612-669-4172
1998 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 36' motorhome, great condition, sleeps 6, 60,000 miles, $31,900 or best offer. Call Gary at 952492-1129.
2001 Camper, 32', 5th wheel 2 slideouts, golfcart, shed $14,500. Excellent condition. Parked on beautiful wooded lot in Zumbrota, 612-720-8683/ 612-5990184
Cars
2007 27' Colorardo RL 5th Wheel, 2 Slide $29,500 or best offer. 507-934-4834 M-F after 5:30
2005 black Yamaha R6, 6,000 miles. Yoshimurd customized exhaust. With OEM cover & tank bra. $5,500. 952-3610142
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1994 Harley Heritage Softtail, 26300k, all service records avail, extra set of pipes. $7500. Call Mike @ 612-309-6737
2000 Harley Davidson 883 Sportster, wife's bike, never rode, must go. 1300 miles, Lots, lots of extras, mint! $7000. 952-890-0905
2005 Kawasaki 1600 Vulcan Classic with Vance & Hines pipes. New tires. 10,895 miles. Mint condition. $5900 Call (952) 934-7358
Honda style 2007 JMST 250cc Scooter. 1329 miles, original owner, 80 mpg, 4 stroke 2 passenger, $2900.00, call Ray 952-402-9110
Sporting Goods CASH$$ We buy guns SPORTS STOP Shakopee 952-445-5282
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1968 T-Bird, 429 automatic, new gas tank, tires, fuel pump, sending unit, brakes. Runs. Needs Restoration. Asking $1200. 952-4482015
Cars
1975 Datsun B210 AT. Only 10K miles, runs well, good brakes, great mileage, $800. Don't be a fool, drive something cool! 952-426-5657
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1976 Classic Cadillac Convertible. Low mileage. 8 cyl. 440 engine. Complete facts available by calling. 559-435-3751
Cars
2009 Chev Cobalt LT. Purchased/ driven locally, like brand new, 21,000K. Black, Spoiler, PW, PL, Cruise, CD, non-smoker, more! $10,950. 952-215-5421
Trucks
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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2004 Chevy Silverado Z71 Ext. Cab. 77,XXX perfect cond. Loaded, leather, Bose, 6Disc, Topper and many xtras. $15,700 B/O 612-2030804
2002 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer 4x4, 5.4L V-8. Rear bucket seats, new motor. One owner. Great condition, very clean. $5,199. 612-5542405
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1997 Ford Conversion, 244,000 well maintained miles, HD tow package, $1,200.00 OBO, lots new, email for details scottlacher@ hotmail.com 612-2107303
Classified 1972 rare triple black 'Cuda, with high compression 340 HP. 727 slapstick tranny. Posirearend, PS, bucket seats, Recession reduced!! $42,500. 612804-4074
1976 Chevy Nova hatchback, 305 AT, new tires & exhaust. Runs/ drives great, fun car to drive! $3,000/BO. 952447-8169
2000 Jaguar XJR. Well maintained. $9700 Silver and black interior, 83,000 miles. Call 612655-6680
1993 Ford F150, 4x4, new motor, 35k, lift kit, dual tanks. ARIZONA TRUCK, NO RUST, $6000 OBO, Chanhassen, 505-803-8232
2000 Chevy Silverado 4x4, regular cab, long box, am, fm, cd. A/C electric locks, windows, good tires. 142,385 $4,700 612-237-9750
'10 Infiniti QX56, $35,000, Black Ext on Gray Leather, 5.6L V8, low mileage, pristine condition, loaded. 612486-2566
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2002 Ford Expedition, original owner, 4.6 liter, A/C, 6CD, third row seat, no accidents, runs, looks very good. $4700. 952-270-8292
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Baby blankets, 4 homemade, never used. 4 cotton, $15. 612-2371300 Beretta, 92 Centurion 9mm. Very good condition, $430. 612-7165952 Boys, size 5, Ranger boots. $6. 952-4655831 Breastpump Medela pump in style advanced + extras. $125. 952448-6514 Carpet, 10x12, 12x12, Light brown & grey $25. 952-250-7490 Chair & ottoman, new, blue gray, fabric protection, $200. 952-8736829 Chaise lounge contemporary and comfortable. Great condition, $300. 612-275-8699 China hutch, solid oak, excellent condition, $350. 952-440-5266 China, seasonal 6pc for 12. $75. Cash only, 952-220-5339 Clothes, boy 3t. Shirts, jeans, pajamas, jackets, $25. 612-237-1300 Couch, love seat. Good condition. Free, you pick up. 952-4474446
Deep freezer, chest, 15cf. Excellent condition, $329. 952-9418926 Dining room table, 6 chairs and buffet. Blonde, $500. 952447-4577 Dog kennel, 2ft. X 2ft. Like new, $25. 612-5082170 Dora back pack, For traveling, school, no ripping, $18. 952-226-2236
Fiberglass, 6.5 ft black truck topper. Nice, $150. 952-758-2621
High back chair, mauve, excellent condition, $100. 952-447-6581
New, unused black G.E. flat top, counter stove, $250. 952-368-9004
Fisher Price, infant toddler bouncer, rocker, calming vibration. $20. 952-226-2236
Downhill skies, 200's. Brand name skies, boots bindings. $350. 612-644-8377 Electric hospital bed, new condition. $40. 952445-3169 Electric lift recliner, like new, $250. 952-4476788 Elliptical, Pro Form 160. Like new, $350. 612508-2170 End tables, cherry wood 151/2"Hx201/4"Wx201/4 "D. $35. 952-220-5339
Flush mount, ceiling light, brass, crystal. $5. 612-644-8377 Four hermit crabs, with 13"x7" cage, $25. 952233-1968 Frabill fish house, like new, with cover. $500. 952-445-4591 Fur coat, Alaskan ranch mink, full-length 49”, $500, 952-934-9151
HP Scanjet 6200C, cable & cd software. $20. 952-226-2236 Kids bedroom set. Dresser, bookcase headboard. Captains base, $150. 612-2758699 Kitten grey, born 12/6. Litter trained, free. 612716-4101 Kitten, 12 weeks, litter trained. $5. 952-4922119 Laptop memory, 1gbddr2 (2x512mb pc25300), $12. 612-2086254 Linksys 2.4ghz, 802.11b wireless router, 4 port switch, $25. 612-2086254 Luggage, 3 sizes, navy brown, floral. $30. 952428-6890
Noah's Ark wall hanging picture, 19"x15" $15. 952-890-3470 Pet kennel, kennel cab, 16X26. $20. 651-3031923 Piano, Elgin grand. Needs tuning service, can deliver, $300. 952445-4177 Premium, universal bed frame for $20. 612-2086254 Propane heater, stove pipe & propane tank. $100. 952-239-2362
English saddle 16" with saddle pads. Excellent condition, $325. 952457-0280 Entertainment center Excellent condition! Was $1000., now $150. 952-368-9004
Fishing fly rod outfit, complete, reel, line, $25. 952-239-2362 Floor standing drill press. Almost new. $100. 612-207-5598
GE refrigerator with ice maker. 2 years old. $250. 952-934-3512 German Shepherd puppy purebred, akc, $300. 952-212-9575 German Shepherd purebred akc puppy. $300. 952-212-9575 Golden Retriever pup. Male, 8 wks, $400. 952496-2974
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The Taste of Eden Prairie will feature treats from dozens of restaurants.
Did you know? The Foundation for Eden Prairie Schools’ biggest fundraiser, the Taste of Eden Prairie, will be returning once again on Saturday, Feb. 25, at the Minnesota Vikings Field House in Eden Prairie. This year’s fundraiser is Wild West themed and will feature food from 30 local restaurants ranging from Kona Grill and Wildfire, to Qdoba and Noodles & Company. In addition to the food, you will get the chance to hang out with people from all over Eden Prairie, and listen to music from Shalo Lee and the Rush River Band.
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Mohamed Mohamed received the keys to his Clover Ridge home in February 2010.
Building the American Dream Habitat for Humanity plans 5 new houses for Chaska BY MOLLEE FRANCISCO mfrancisco@swpub.com
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ohamed Mohamed considers himself a lucky man. A native of Somalia, he successfully entered the U.S. visa lottery for the opportunity to move to the United States. Once here, he found an apartment in Eden Prairie and a job working at a warehouse in Shakopee. Then, he married wife Hodan Elmi and started a family, quickly adding three young children to the mix. But soon, their two-bedroom apartment in Eden Prairie began to feel crowded and Mohamed knew it was time to find his family a bigger home. After researching his options, he decided to test his luck again and applied for a house through Habitat for Humanity.
Of the more than 900 metroarea families that applied that year, Mohamed and his clan were among those selected to receive one of 50 houses available. He rejoiced in the good news. “I said whatever house you give me, I’ll take it,” Mohamed laughed. He got the keys to their Clover Ridge home in Chaska on Feb. 25, 2010. “I did not believe until I got the key,” he said. The family moved in on March 22, 2010. Almost two years later, Mohamed’s family has grown to six children – three girls and three boys. “It was good to move here,” he said as he listened to their feet pad playfully up and down the stairs of the two-story house that he helped build. “I’m thankful for my house.” Mohamed couldn’t speak more highly of the nonprofit organization that helped make it all possible. When told that Habitat for Humanity has plans to build five more homes in Clover Ridge next year, he responds quickly and decisively,
“I’m ready to help.” Habitat for Humanity has completed 12 homes in Chaska to date. Next year, they’ll add five more to that roster. “We’ve found a good partner [in Chaska],” said Matt Haugen, communications manager for the Twin Cities branch of Habitat for Humanity. He added that they are looking for community groups (businesses, churches, civic organizations) interested in sponsoring their local projects in 2013.
HABITAT MODEL Mohamed knows many of the other Habitat for Humanity families in his neighborhood. He’s even worked on a couple of their houses, in addition to helping build his own. Habitat for Humanity participants are required to log hundreds of volunteer hours to the program. Mohamed used several weeks of his vacation to help with the construction of local homes. But that’s just one element of the Habitat program. To be eligible to receive one of the homes along with a no-interest mortgage, applicants must
According to the fundraiser’s website, there will be door prizes, silent auctions, gift card giveaways, raffle tickets and many more prizes and games. There is even an opportunity to pick up V.I.P. tickets for early access to bidding, a wine and cheese tasting, and tour of the Vikings locker room. Even if you are unable to make an appearance, the fundraiser has an online auction that goes from Feb. 9-20. However, if you are looking for a chance to sample foods from premiere restaurants and win prizes, all while raising money for Eden Prairie students and teachers, then be sure not to miss this one-of-a-kind event. Source: foundationforepschools.org
Habitat for Humanity in Chaska: I
12 homes already built in Chaska (most recent was finished in 2011).
5 more homes to be constructed in the Clover Ridge neighborhood in 2013. I
I Looking for community groups interested in sponsoring Chaska’s 2013 projects. I
More info at tchabitat.org or (612) 331-4090.
This date in EP history Feb. 16, 1882 – Sam Geiser elopes with a married Eden Prairie woman and is arrested in a Minneapolis hotel. Source: “Eden Prairie Book of Days” by Ernie Shuldheiss
demonstrate both a need for the housing as well as the ability to afford homeownership. “Most of our applicants make between a third and a half of the median income,” said Haugen. Once accepted into the program, participants must also attend a number of classes that educate them on everything from basic home repairs to how to manage their fi nances. These days, Haugen said they have trouble fi nding families that meet all their criteria – largely due to the dour economy. In addition to being creditworthy, families must be fi rsttime homeowners or must not have previously owned a home in several years time. But even for families that do not immediately qualify, Habitat for Humanity is willing to work with them in the hopes that eventually they will. “We have to work with a lot of families,” said Haugen. For those that do make it into the program, all the hard work seems to pay off. Habitat for Humanity’s foreclosure rate is less than 1 percent. “It’s a good model,” said Haugen.
STABILITY For families like Mohamed’s, Habitat for Humanity can create a sense of stability in their lives. Haugen said families are routinely partnered with another family in their new neighborhood to help them acclimate and become a part of the community.
“We want them to feel really welcomed,” said Haugen. “I’m excited here,” offered Mohamed. “I love my neighborhood.” Habitat for Humanity can also provide fi nancial stability. In many cases, homeownership through Habitat can end up being cheaper than renting. “I feel like they give it to me for free,” he said of his home. “In Eden Prairie, I was paying $ 958 plus utilities. Now, I’m paying less than that.” Mohamed is quick to note that his house wasn’t free, but Habitat for Humanity did give him the assistance he needed to become a homeowner. “It’s like this, if you’re going to do something anyway, I can push you,” he said. “We need organizations like Habitat.” “It really can transform a family,” said Haugen. “Once they can afford their home, they can focus on other things like school, work or their health.” In addition to new construction, Habitat for Humanity also runs Brush with Kindness – a program that does repair projects for low-income families in the hopes of helping keep people in their homes. “It’s more than building houses,” said Haugen. “It’s building community.” Mohamed couldn’t agree more and he couldn’t be more thankful for what Habitat for Humanity has meant to his family. “I pray for those guys and that organization,” he said.
Turn back the page The Feb. 25, 1982, issue of the Eden Prairie News reported that Tim Willard rescued Valerie Tate from a collapsed snowbank where she had been trapped. 14-year old Tim Willard, an eighth-grader at St. Hubert’s School, was on his way to care for a neighbor’s dog when he came upon the girl, trapped under a few feet of snow. He used his hands and a shovel to dig 11-year-old Valerie Tate out of a snowbank where she had been buried for 40 minutes and was close to suffocation. “The doctors said we’ll probably never know how close it was,” Mrs. Robert Tate said, “A couple more minutes and it would have been too late.” Source: Eden Prairie News archives
Dates to remember “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. I Grew Up in the Pond House Event – 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19, Pond Dakota Mission Park. Taste of Eden Prairie – 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, Minnesota Viking Practice Facilty. Family Bingo Night – 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 30, Eden Prairie Community Center. Foundation Ball – 6 p.m. April 14, Minnetonka Marriott Southwest For more information, see the Let’s Go! Calendar.