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Chaplains for Eden Prairie Police and Fire departments pose for a photo during a chili feed last year: (left to right) former Chaplain Wendell Pace and current chaplains Jim McCracken, Tim Power, Don Odens and Sharon Predovich. Not pictured: John Brecount, Jac Perrin, Paul Nelson.

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A last-second reversal resulted in a 2-1 decision, a state championship and the snapping of the longest win streak in Minnesota high school wrestling history. So, yes, Eden Prairie’s Sam Brancale is deserving of his own shout out. For more on state wrestling, go to A8.

Serving behind the scenes Eden Prairie chaplain program assists police and fire departments BY PATTY DEXTER pdexter@swpub.com

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During Friday’s State Swimming and Diving Meet preliminary race, Eden Prairie’s Aaron Greenberg (left), Bryce Boston, Maverick Hovey and Michael Solfelt set Minnesota’s all-time 200 freestyle relay record with a time of 1:24.31. Saturday, they went even faster (1:23.9), posting splits of 20.94, 20.96, 21.2 and 20.80. As expected, Eden Prairie would also swim away with the team title. For more, go to A8.

he Rev. Jac Perrin tries to be ready for anything. Perrin, the senior pastor of Eden Prairie Assembly of God church, never knows when he may be called to the scene of a burning home or to console people who just heard the news of a loved one’s death. He’s one of seven area pastors who serve in a chaplain program for the Eden Prairie police and fire departments. “We, as a group, are temperamentally, habitual do-gooders. We have our automobile trunks filled with kits for first aid, survival materials, children’s books, teddy bears, etc.; all kinds of stuff we ourselves purchase to be available in an emergency. I keep Sponge Bob video games on my iPhone, which I have used to help little kids in a time of crisis,” he said. According to Dan Carlson, former Eden Prairie police chief, Eden Prairie’s chaplain program was established in the mid-1990s. He estimates there are between 50 and 100 official and unofficial chaplain programs across the state. It’s hard to know the exact

number because there is no formal network of chaplains around Minnesota, he said. Carlson also is the president and pastor of Public Safety Ministries, which provides chaplain services to the Minnesota Chiefs of Police Association, Hennepin County Chiefs of Police Association and Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial Association. He said chaplain programs provide external services or internal services. Each program is different in how they do this. “Some agencies use chaplains for external services or just internal, and most do a combination of both,” he said. Sgt. Jamie Good of the Eden Prairie Police said the chaplains are John Brecount, Jim McCracken, Paul Nelson, Don Odens, Perrin, Tim Power and Sharon Predovich. “We are just beginning the process to fill the eighth slot following a recent resignation from the program,” he said.

DIFFERENT ROLES Predovich, a pastor for Resurrection Life Church in Eden Prairie, said the chaplains provide support to police and fire in any way they can to make their job on the scene easier. This is through helping with the people involved in the situation. Many of the calls the chaplains receive involve death scenes, said Odens, a pastor at Liberty Baptist Church in Eden Prairie. In late February, chaplains were dispatched to the Richard T. Anderson Conservation

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Local legislators want more details about stadium BY PATTY DEXTER pdexter@swpub.com

Local legislators want to see more details before weighing in on the latest proposal for a new Minnesota Vikings stadium. On March 1, Gov. Mark Dayton, Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak, Mark and Zygi Wilf of the Vikings, and business and labor leaders unveiled an agreement for a “People’s Stadium.” The new stadium would be constructed at the “Downtown East” site, which

includes the current Metrodome land with the addition of a game-day plaza on the stadium’s west side, according to a press release from Dayton’s office. The tota l project wou ld cost $ 975 million, according to numbers provided by the governor’s office. The state of Minnesota would contribute $398 million for construction through charitable electronic pull-tabs. The city of Minneapolis would contribute $150 million toward upfront costs with existing convention cen-

If you go What: Sen. David Hann and Reps. Jenifer Loon and Kirk Stensrud have planned a town hall meeting on legislative issues. When: 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 10 Where: Large Room, Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Dr., Eden Prairie Info: (651) 296-7449 or rep.jenifer.loon@house.mn ter sales and hospitality taxes, and $7.5 million for annual expenses and capital costs. The Vikings would privately

contribute $427 million toward the construction and $13 million for annual expenses. The agreement is contin-

gent upon approval by legislators and the Minneapolis City Council, the release states. Sen. David Hann, R-42, said Friday he had not seen a bill so he couldn’t say with precision what is being proposed. “My view of this is it’s going to be very difficult to pass something like this,” he said. Building a stadium for a professional sports team and funding it through gambling are two controversial topics, which makes Hann skeptical it will get done this way, he said. He believes a bill introduced

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by Sen. Roger Chamberlain, R-53, has a better chance of getting things done. The bill calls for a user fee or surtax on ticket sales and suite sales. The surcharge would be collected by the state for a bond that would allow the Vikings to borrow up to roughly $300 million. “ T hat su rcha rge wou ld finance the payments of the b ond s a nd t he su rch a r ge would go away once the bonds would be paid,” Hann said.

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FRANCHISE FEES Public Works Director Robert Ellis gave a presentation at Tuesday’s City Council meeting on proposed franchise fees in Eden Prairie. “We’ve been struggling with a way to pay for needed street improvements,” said Mayor Nancy Tyra-Lukens. City Manager Rick Getschow said the city is at the beginning of “an engagement process.” A neighborhood meeting, town hall meeting and City Council public hearings are planned. Franchise agreements are proposed with local electric and gas companies to allow them to use the city’s right of way.

Eden Prairie has 225 centerline miles of street, Ellis said. The average age of the city’s roads is 22 years, past “midlife,” so repairs get more expensive. Ot her fees were considered, but the Budget Advisory C om m i sion r e c om mende d the franchise fee as an easily administered, stable and fair option. Cost for residents was estimated at $5 per month, including the $2.50 for electric and $2.50 for gas. The largest businesses, like Walmart, would pay $25 per month for each. The fees are estimated to bring in the needed $2 million per year to pay for street repairs. A first reading of the ordinance is scheduled for the March 20 City Council meeting. The city is accepting feedback during meetings. Residents can also contact City Council members, comment on city blogs and Facebook posts. An open house is scheduled at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 15, in the City Center Heritage Rooms, 8080 Mitchell Road. City Council Member Ron Case said that the city is facing $100 million to $150 million in future costs to repair the roads. “Eden Prairie is at that point where every dollar you spend now is going to save you $4 ten years from now,” Ellis said.

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Police arrested Valentina Dianne McKenzie, 24, of Coon Rapids on Feb. 28. She has been charged with engaging in prostitution in a public place. According to the criminal complaint, police discovered an Internet ad on Feb. 27, placed by McKenzie advertising her services. Undercover officers made contact with her and arrangements were made to meet her at the Homestead Suites in Eden Prairie the next day. At the motel, an undercover officer paid McKenzie $120. After McKenzie counted the cash and put it in her purse, the officer informed her he

was police officer and arrested her. McKenzie has multiple prior prostitution charges and a prior prostitution-related conviction, the criminal complaint states.

Man arrested for assault Police arrested William Edward Jenkins IV, 32, of St. Paul on Feb. 25. He has been charged with assault in the second degree. According to the criminal complaint, police responded to Applebee’s in Eden Prairie on Feb. 25 regarding a fight in the parking lot. Upon arrival officers saw a male running

around two parked cars while being chased by Jenkins, who was holding a baseball bat. Officers ordered Jenkins to drop the bat but he did not comply. Jenkins then charged at the other male with the bat. The officers ordered Jenkins to drop the bat or they would shoot and Jenkins complied. The man told officers a verbal argument ensued after Jenkins thought he made a comment to his girlfriend while they were walking out of the restaurant. Jenkins then allegedly came after him with the bat. Assault in the second degree carries a penality of one year and a day to seven years in prison and/or a $4,000-$14,000 fine, the complaint states.

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The Eden Prairie City Council gave its approval Tuesday for United Health Group’s planned complex at the corner of Highway 62 and Shady Oak Road. As expected, City Council Member Ron Case recused himself from the decision, previously stating he had submited an application to United Health Group. He said he is seeking a training consulting position. The other four City Council members approved the proposal unanimously. Plans include four buildings totaling almost 1.5 million square feet of office space on 68 acres. Denny Spalla, senior director in charge of development for United Health Group’s real estate division, said, “We’ve had quite a journey, starting with that first step several months ago.” Spalla said UHG embraces the complexity of the project. “We want to get it right, because this is for the next 50 years, we hope,” he said. “This project, we believe, demonstrates our continued commitment to Eden Prairie and to the state of Minnesota,” he said. Approvals Tuesday included changing the zoning district from rural to office and ap-

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Opportunities to speak your mind City to discuss franchise fee, school district to choose superintendent Eden Prairie residents are being asked to give input on two major decisions this month. At Eden Prairie City Center, the City Council is discussing an ordinance that would charge a franchise fee to utility companies “in exchange for allowing them access to the city’s right-of-way,” according to City Manager Rick Getschow. The fee, when passed along to customers, would amount to about $60 per year in total utility fees for the average resident, Getschow wrote in a recent blog post. The need for the fee came about because of the age of the city’s streets. The city’s Budget Advisory Commission discussed ideas for paying for future street improvements. The City Council decided to move forward with a franchise fee discussion, instead of options like “special assessments, increased tax levies and additional debt,” Getschow wrote. Now the city wants your feedback, and they’re seeking it in a variety of ways. You can add your say to the city’s Facebook page, email or call your City Council members or participate in two upcoming meetings:  At 6 p.m. Thursday, March 15, the city will have an open house on the topic at Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road.  And at the 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 20, City Council meeting, a public hearing will be held on the fees. Over at the Eden Prairie School District’s Administrative Services Center, 8100 School Road, you can

be involved in the selection of Eden Prairie’s next superintendent, who will follow Superintendent Melissa Krull, who left last year, and interim Superintendent Jon McBroom, who is scheduled to serve through this school year. The superintendent selection will be the focus of several public meetings this month. Public participation is especially invited during the March 20-22 workshops:  At 9:30 a.m. Monday, March 12, School Exec Connect (the contractor for the search) is scheduled to present a slate of candidates to the School Board at a workshop.  At 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 14, the School Board is scheduled to meet with School Exec Connect in a special meeting to narrow the field to three candidates. A board workshop is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. that day when the board will interview the candidates.  During workshops at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, March 20 to 22, the three candidates will be interviewed by the community. According to the district, one candidate will be available at each of the sessions in the board room. Attendees will be able to “ask questions of and interact with each candidate.” Feedback forms will be shared with the School Board. Each candidate will then have an interview with the School Board at 7 p.m. in the board room and those are open to the public as well.  A final superintendent candidate decision is set for a special meeting at 9 a.m. Friday, March 23, according to the Eden Prairie School District meeting schedule. The city and school district’s efforts to seek input from residents should be applauded. We encourage residents to take some time and get involved in these important decisions.

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Where’s my stick man? I never had a “Baby on Board” sign on my car, even though I in fact quite often had two crabby babies in tow. I used to pick up my daughters at the end of the day at daycare. Two car seats, four sippie cups and about seven pounds of Cheerios all over my back seat. I guess I didn’t feel the need for an additional way to let the world know I had indeed managed to procreate. But if you recall, those little rectangular signs with the suction cup were on every suburban car and van east of Boise. I wish I had invented them. Ka-ching! And now, many years later, I wish I had invented the cute little white stick figure families that have become ubiquitous in Eden Prairie parking lots the past few years. You have seen them, right? Usually a male stick figure, followed by a female just a bit shorter with a sort of Marlo Thomas “That Girl” hair outline? Next to mom are a couple of kids and just recently I have seen some with cats, dogs and sporting equipment. I certainly understand that many Eden Prairie moms and dads are so proud of their tidy broods that they want to advertise it a bit. Had these been available when I had two bounding, active youngsters in my home I am quite sure I would have succumbed to the temptation and put a set on each vehicle, my snowmobile, water ski and my golf bag. They are just plain fun. But I will admit to feeling a little left out. My girls are gone. There are no furry things scurrying about

in my house (well, none that I know of). And although I do have an Iowa State Cyclone sticker on a back window of my car as well as some running decals, they simply don’t make a stick man for me. Frankly, it just isn’t fair. I have been disenfranchised. Not included. I feel diminished and not a part of the family stick people community. It’s an outrage. Instead of just stewing about it I have put some time into developing some versions of a stick man decal for us empty nesters whose kids are out of the house and are simply too busy or travel too much for members of the animal kingdom to share our homes. The first I created is still my favorite. It is a lone stick man pulling out both front pockets revealing that because he has children in college, he is broke. This would serve the dual purpose of making me a part of the exciting stick person community plus it

the representatives may take. This role was considered so important the founders allowed Congress free mailing privileges! Choosing instead to derelict your major responsibility in order to scare the elderly by misrepresenting their health care, knowingly and intentionally lying about your position on Medicare is fraudulent. You have compromised your position and knowingly mailed lies. Your mailing stated, “Erik Paulson supports honoring the commitment made to our nation’s seniors, and he is fighting to protect your hardearned Medicare benefits. That’s why Erik Paulson voted against the new health care law, which cuts over $ 500 billion from Medicare.” Your staff admits you voted for the $500 billion cuts to Medicare. So if you oppose Obama’s health-care law due to cuts to Medicare, but then voted for the cut, doesn’t this mean that you support Obama’s health-care plan? You continue, “The new health care law created an unaccountable,

unelected board of 15 bureaucrats, known as the Independent Payment Advisory Board and gave it the power to deny care to seniors.” Another lie! The bill clearly states the board is prohibited from recommending proposals that would ration care, reduce benefits, eligibility, premiums or raise taxes. The bill goes on to say the board is to make recommendations to slow growth of health-care spending but that the recommendations are not binding. You totally misrepresent this by inferring it’s a “death panel” when their job is to look for waste in Medicare and the new health-care bill. The AMA is for the total bill that you are against, they are only against the panel because they will decide what the doctors are paid for their services. Choosing lies to provoke fear in citizens is appalling. Is this the proper way for a Congressman to conduct himself and use power? Again, would you accept this as a parent? Erik promises: “Erik supports

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would show potential robbers that breaking into my car or stealing my wallet will be a fruitless endeavor. My second idea might have a bit more commercial appeal. It is a lone stick man holding a broken golf club because he has children in college, is broke, and cannot afford a new one. This combines my love of golf with my connection to my daughters. I think many, many men would love to have this on their car. Finally, giving a nod toward the potential profits of tying in with college sports fans I have developed a lone stick man holding a coffee cup with a collegiate logo, the gift he gets every year from his daughter that she pulled off the sale table in the campus bookstore. With one of these stick people on my car I will undoubtedly be welcomed warmly into the popular and robust stick people community. I can’t wait. Eden Prairie resident Steven Stromberg’s humor column appears twice monthly.

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Thanks Good Samaritan Thanks to a Good Samaritan! My true, heartfelt thanks to the gentleman who plowed the driveway for me on Wednesday. I’m not sure it was because I was so happy, tired from shoveling four hours or the pregnancy hormones, but tears were abound. I can’t thank you enough, Mr. Bobcat, for seeing me struggling and not hesitating to help. Rest assured your good deed will be passed along! Sincerely, “House for sale and husband out of town.”

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Singing in their freezer My name is Lexi Reed and I am a ninth-grader at Eden Prairie High School. I recently contacted the Eden Prairie DQ Grill & Chill store with the unusual request to borrow their

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freezer for part of my science project. I wanted to let them know how much I appreciated their willingness to honor such a strange request. I know that even I laughed when I explained that I’d be singing in their freezer. I know that they support the Eden Prairie High School athletics, but it was nice to find out that DQ supports the academics as well. I just wanted to let them know that if I get an A on my experiment Dairy Queen Grill & Chill will be the first place I go to celebrate!

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About us: The Eden Prairie News, founded by a group of Eden Prairie residents in 1974, is published by Southwest Newspapers, a division of Red Wing Publishing Company. We are an active member of the Minnesota Newspaper Association and the official newspaper for the City of Eden Prairie. Published weekly on Thursdays; periodicals postage paid at Hopkins, MN. POSTMASTER: Send change of address notice to Eden Prairie News, P.O. Box 8, Shakopee, MN 55379. Location: The Eden Prairie News newsroom is located at 250 Prairie Center Drive, Suite 211, Eden Prairie. The mailing address is P.O. Box 44220, Eden Prairie, MN 55344. For general information call (952) 445-3333; send faxes to (952) 942-7975.

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keeping health care decisions in the hands of doctors and patients.” Are you forgetting insurance companies in this promise? Insurance companies routinely ration health care. Sending lies out at taxpayers’ expense while claiming Clinton was rightly impeached for his lie? Does this apply to you too? There are truthful politicians like President Obama, Sens. Klobuchar and Franken and past Rep. Jim Ramstad. Others don’t know what truth is, Reps. Michele Bachmann and Erik Paulsen. Congress has the lowest approval rating in the history of this country. Does your lying repudiate that rating? How do you correct this error? The only way I know to correct these lies is to send another letter out, apologizing for your misconduct then telling the truth. Scaring citizens with lies is no way to run for reelection.

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EP Early Childhood programs kick oﬀ annual fundraising campaign BY KRISTIN GOETZE

Eden Prairie Early Childhood Education programs provide support and education for families with children between birth and 5 years old. “We make sure that children and their parents are ready for success in their future years of school,” explained Kathy Matthews, parent educator. The Friends of the Family Center Scholarship Campaign provides financial assistance to Eden Prairie families in need so all children can participate in Early Childhood Education classes including Partners Preschool, Spanish Preschool, School Readiness and Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE). This year over 700 families participated in Early Childhood Education programs. More than 200 of those families need some sort of assistance, which equates to over $75,000 requested for scholarships. Families request scholarships for many reasons: medical challenges, loss of job, loss of home, being new to the area, or in financial transition. Following is the story of one of our parent participants,

Anna Wagner. “When my family and I first moved to Eden Prairie, we didn’t know anyone, and we did not have a lot of money. We were in transition. With our extended families on the other side of the country, I set out to discover all that Eden Prairie had to offer. Almost immediately into my search, I discovered the Family Center. “With the help of scholarship money to assist with the tuition costs, I started attending ECFE classes with my then 2-yearold daughter. Quickly, we both made close friends and felt involved in the community. I felt extremely validated as a mother because of the great parenting skills I learned during the parent-education portion of the class. I now have two children enrolled in ECFE classes and can honestly say that the days I get to go to school with them are the best days of my week! “I am so grateful for the Family Center and for all that the instructors have taught my entire family. We are especially grateful for the generosity of the scholarship program for enabling us to attend the ECFE classes.” Parent Katie McCartney

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Student to perform at MacPhail Dohyun Kim, fifthgrader at Cedar Ridge Element a r y School in Eden Prairie, and a student at MacPhai l Center for Dohyun Music, has Kim been selected to perform in MacPhail’s Concerto and Aria Concert at 3:30 p.m. March 11 in Antonello Hall at MacPhail. The Concerto and Aria Concert is MacPhail’s premier performance event featuring students performing solos with a professional orchestra under the baton of acclaimed guest conductor Marlene Pauley. The concert celebrates the highest

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honor that a MacPhail student can achieve. Soloists are selected by two rounds of competitive auditions. They receive award certificates and a special reception is held in their honor. Kim is a piano student of MacPhail instructor Pinar Basgoze. For the concert, Kim will perform Concerto No. 23 in A minor by Mozart.

Rock is a National Merit Finalist St. Thomas Academy student Samuel Rock of Eden Prairie has been named a finalist in the 2012 National Merit Scholarship Program. He will continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships that will be offered this spring. National Merit Scholarship recipients of 2012 will be announced from April to July 2012.

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This group participated in Thursday classes at the Family Center. says, “The Family Center has been the best venue for us to connect with other parents and children, and to form a local support network. Being the parent of a child with special needs, I am so grateful of how accepting, accommodating, and supportive the Family Center staff has been to our son. Our class has provided a welcome and encouraging place for him to grow and

parents share their own insight and experiences, all of which, we find ourselves incorporating into our parenting style and our daily life at home. We feel so fortunate to have the opportunity to participate in our ECFE class.” This year the Friends of the Family Center Scholarship Campaign’s goal is to raise over $20,000 to contribute to

develop, while the other parents have provided me with much-needed encouragement and reassurance. “Our class offers the perfect blend of child socialization and parent education, and attending is the highlight of our week. Our instructor leads relevant discussions complimented by a variety of resources and references, and the other

the overall need. More than $3,700 has been raised from community supported events with local restaurants and stores including Barnes and Noble, Umbria, Gina Marias and Oleana Books. All families want the best for their children — excitement about learning, consistency of loving teachers and comfort in a community that cares. Continued support from families in the community is vital because of the importance of early education. Art Rolnick, senior vice president and director of research at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis has stated, “Research shows that investment in early childhood education has a greater rate of return than any other public investment of dollars.” Please consider donating to The Friends of the Family Center at 8040 Mitchell Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 or by going online and making a secure donation at: www. edenpr.org/famctr/. You will make a difference if the lives of Eden Prairie families with young children. Kristin Goetze works with Eden Prairie Early Childhood Education.

LIVESREMEMBERED Scott Richard Hahka

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Scott Hahka, 50, of Eden Prairie, passed away Monday, Erik Falkingham, 25, of Eden Prairie, passed away Feb. 27, 2012. Thursday, Feb. 23, 2012. Friends may call at the Fassbender Funeral Home Funeral Service was Tuesday, Feb. 28, at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew Lutheran Church. Visitation was Monday, Feb. 27, Sunday, March, 4 from noon- 2 p.m. 906-228-3040 Condolences may be expressed online at www. from 5-8 p.m. at Huber Funeral Home, Eden Prairie and fassbenderfuneralhome.com one hour prior to the service at the church. Huber Funeral & Cremation Service Eden Prairie Chapel 952-949-4970

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Charles E. Rice Charles Rice, 81, of Eden Prairie, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2012. Visitation at Washburn- McReavy Funeral Home, W 50th St. & Hwy 100 Edina, was on Monday, March 5, from 4-7 p.m. Visitation and Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, March 6, at 11 a.m. with visitation at 10 a.m. at Pax Christi Catholic Community Church 12100 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996

Arnold Prieve, 84, of Eden Prairie, passed away Monday, March 5, 2012. Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m., Thursday, March 8, with visitation one hour prior to the service, at Pax Christi Community, 12100 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie. WashburnMcReavy Eden Prairie Chapel 952-975-0400 www. Washburn-McReavy.com

Sally C. Helsman

Sally Helsman, 84, born in Watertown, SD, most recently of Ten Mile Lake in Hackensack, MN and Eden Prairie. Memorial Service, Thursday, March 15, 2 p.m., Summit Place Chapel, Rev. Judy Marks presiding. Visitation with John Wilhelm, 67, of Eden Prairie, passed away Monday, the family 1-5 p.m., Summit Place, 8501 Flying Cloud Drive, Feb. 27, 2012. Eden Prairie. Memorial gathering is, Thursday, March 8, from 6-8 p.m. at the Washburn- McReavy Edina Chapel, West 50th St. & Hwy 100 952-920-3996. www.Washburn-McReavy.com

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Upcoming Eden Prairie High School events March 8 6:30-7:30 p.m. Choir Concert

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EPHS robotics team ready for another year of competition BY PATTY DEXTER pdexter@swpub.com

oseph Haynes knew he wanted to join the Eden Prairie High School Robotics Team when he first saw the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s robot during an activities rush two years ago. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just thought that looked cool and decided I wanted to do that,â&#x20AC;? he said. The EPHS sophomore is one of the captains of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;buildâ&#x20AC;? portion of the team, which involves the mechanical side of robotics, Haynes said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am heavily involved in the design portions of the robot and seeing the design through. This year one of my main projects was designing the [basketball] shooter,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I also helped with a few of the other self assemblies and just building it really.â&#x20AC;? The team has 47 members in ninth to 12th grade, said Ian Goodson, team mentor and 1999 EPHS alumnus. Haynes said the team is divided into sub-groups for easier management. The groups are build, electrical, programming and marketing. Alex Reinking is a veteran member of the team, joining his freshman year. The EPHS senior is a captain for the programming group. He first became exposed to the robotics team in eighth grade when his friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s older brother founded the team. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always had the job of getting the computer vision aspect of the programming to work properly. Being a part of the team has allowed Reinking to pursue his interest in programming, an activity heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dabbled in for the past 10 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have a lot of friends here. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a lot of fun,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I get a chance to apply some programming in an applicable way rather than just some more theoretical constructs I would do on my own.â&#x20AC;? According to Goodson, there are no prerequisites to join, but what students are able to do on the team depends on the classes theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve taken. This is mainly to ensure they know how to properly handle machinery and equipment used to construct the robot. The team begins meeting early in the year, but kicked into overdrive when it received competition game details in January, Goodson said. Haynes said for the next six weeks the team designed and created the robot. During the first two weeks of that period team members laid down prototypes and designs. From there

the robotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parts were acquired and it was assembled. The team is preparing for the For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) Robotics Competition, Minnesota 10,000 Lakes Regional for its fifth year. The regional will take place March 29-31 at Williams Arena at the University of Minnesota, Goodson said. Haynes said this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s competition game is â&#x20AC;&#x153;rebound rumble,â&#x20AC;? which is basketball with some twists added in. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What we designed this robot to do this year is to be more of a robot that would defend our court and assist our team in scoring. So that involved designing the shooter to travel farther and right now it shoots around 60 feet,â&#x20AC;? he said. Each school teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s robot is placed into groups of three known as an alliance and there are six robots on the field at a time. At the start of the match the robots are run autonomously through code. This switches later to a period where human drivers control the robot, Haynes said. The team faced different challenges during this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s build period. Haynes said they had to make decisions on what kinds of motors to choose and how the shooter was going to rotate on top of a turret without breaking or twisting wires. Reinking said the robotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s camera was â&#x20AC;&#x153;misbehavingâ&#x20AC;? so those issues had to be ironed out. The team had a limited amount of time to test, so a bunch of code was done in the prototype state. Goodson said the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strategy of preparation has changed this year because members are working with a practice robot for the first time. They got the idea from reading another teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s published manual describing its day-to-day activities during the build season. There are high hopes for the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s robot to do well in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s competition. Goodson believes the team has continued to improve each year since it began and this year is no different. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve made drastic improvements every year. Our robot is much more complicated than it has been in previous years,â&#x20AC;? he said. The top three qualifying teams move onto the FIRST national competition, Goodson said. According to the FIRST website the championships will take place April 25-28 in St. Louis, Mo.

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Josh Larson, Eden Prairie High School freshman and EPHS Robotics Team member, checks the wiring on the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s practice robot.

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The Eden Prairie High School Robotics Teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s robot is shown here. The team will compete with the robot during the For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology Robotics Competition, Minnesota 10,000 Lakes Regional for its fi fth year. The regional will take place March 29-31 at Williams Arena in Minneapolis.

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Joseph Haynes, Eden Prairie High School sophomore and an EPHS Robotics Team captain, fits a shaft for the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s practice robotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shooter.

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Members of the Eden Prairie High School Winter Drumline team perform during a competition in Buffalo on Feb. 26.

EPHS Winter Drumline making a comeback Team competing for the first time since mid-1990’s BY PATTY DEXTER pdexter@swpub.com

Kyle Tsuchiya, Eden Prairie High School sophomore, (left) and Hayden Corder, a senior, play quad drums during a winter drumline competition in South St. Paul on March 3.

he Eden Prairie High School Winter Drumline has made a comeback this year and is making its presence known. Not only has winter drumline reappeared for the first time in more than 10 years, but it’s also won three local competitions. It’s taken first place during competitions in Eagan on Feb. 4, Buffalo on Feb. 26 and South St. Paul on March 3. According to Scott Palmer, EPHS band director, the high school previously had winter drumline that was canceled in the mid-1990s. It was brought back this school year and is competing for the first time since then. The school has had percussion ensemble the last few years, which is drumline without the marching component. The staff decided the school had the right amount of students with the necessary skills to bring the program back. “We decided it was the right

time to do it here in Eden Prairie,” he said. There are 36 students on the team, which is a sizeable group. Auditions for the team began on Nov. 14, 2011. The line was set by the end of November after auditions occurred, Palmer said. John Kronlokken plays the snare drum for drumline. The EPHS senior decided to join because he’s had a positive experience in the marching band drumline and he wanted to continue that in the spring. “We wanted to try something new this year, and so far, it’s been great,” he said. “I got interested in drumline because of the intensity and all the people involved. It’s really fun to achieve at a high level, while performing with your friends.” Sylvia Kaare, EPHS junior, has been involved in drumline for almost two years. She loves participating in the activity and the fact that the team has been so successful at its first competitions is icing on the cake. “Everyone on drumline works so hard. Our goal is to do our best, so our success at competitions doesn’t surprise me,” she said. “I joined winter drumline because I was already involved in fall drumline, and I wanted to keep playing all year. I loved the idea of the group focused solely on drumline.”

The group works hard to put on a good show, but winning is just part of it, said Kyle Tsuchiya, EPHS sophomore. “It’s mostly about working hard and working together as a group so that when we finish a show, we know that we accomplished something great,” he said. Palmer said the team rehearses about nine hours a week plus the competitions. The team competes in two circuits. The local one is under the Minnesota Percussion Association while the national is under Winter Guard International. The three local competitions were under the MPA, Palmer said. During competitions, the team performs a six-minute show that includes marching and playing instruments including the marimbas, xylophones, marching drums, bass drums and symbols. The show is judged in three categories: analysis, which is how well a team is playing; visual, how well a team is marching; and general effect, which is a combination of the musical performance, visual performance and how the design of the show affects the audience, Palmer said. The team has one more competition on March 24 in Buffalo. The team will then compete during national competition on April 19 in

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Dayton, Ohio, Palmer said. Winter drumline is different from other activities in the sense that it is demanding musically, physically and mentally, Kronlokken said. “While performing you need to be 100 percent engaged in what you are doing and also thinking ahead. It makes the activity that much more difficult, but also that much more rewarding,” he said. Kaare said the energy and dedication needed for this activity has made team bonding easier. “We push each other to do our best, but we also know how to laugh and relax to take off some of the stress. Drumline has given me my most dedicated friends, my most hard-working friends, and my most unique friends,” she said. Palmer said they feel great about winning, but the whole experience is more about the journey than the trophies. “It’s more about what the kids are getting out of it, the other life skills they learn by being part of the organization,” he said.

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SIDE LINES EP boys lacrosse league registration The Eden Prairie Lacrosse Association will again participate in the third- through eighth-grade summer lacrosse league administered by Youth Lacrosse of Minnesota (YLM). The YLM will again form leagues at the 3/4, 5/6, and 7/8 grade levels. The group will hold a parent meeting for all participants in mid-April and will also be looking to recruit team managers and other volunteers before the season starts. Teams play in the West District of the YLM. Roughly the same total number of teams as 2011 is expected: two at the 3/4 level and three to four each at 5/6 grade and the 7/8 grade levels. Each team will have approximately 23 players. Registration fee will be $230 per player at the 5/6 and 7/8 levels and $200 for 3/4 teams. This fee is allinclusive and provides for uniforms and one tournament entry for players in the 5/6 and 7/8 leagues. Scholarships are available. Participants can register for the program at their current grade level online. Once the cutoff is reached for each grade level, additional registrants will be added to a wait list in anticipation of an additional team for that level. Current membership with U.S. Lacrosse is required to participate. For more information, including registration instructions, go to www.eplacrosse.com.

Nord named to MIAC All-Rookie Team University of St. Thomas freshman center Conner Nord of Eden Prairie (class of 2011) was among five players voted to the MIAC All-Rookie Team. Nord scored 200 points and collected 100 rebounds during his inaugural season at St. Thomas and contributed to helping the Tommies win the MIAC men’s basketball title.

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Members of the Eden Prairie High School swim team celebrate after a dominant State Meet performance. En route to a 100-point win, Eden Prairie won five different races. They also set an all-time state record.

Eagles are kings of the pool Five state titles highlight Eden Prairie’s dominance BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com

How did the Eden Prairie High School boys swim team win this year’s state championship? Why were they so dominant? “We had a lot of guys doing great things to do what we did,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Kelly Boston. That might be dumbing it down a bit, but that’s what happened. Great Eden Prairie swimmers had great swims. As a result, they put a great distance between themselves and the competition. Eden Prairie posted a team high 314.5 points. Minnetonka and Maple Grove tied for second with 206 points. As a testament to its depth, Eden Prairie opened the meet by having four first-time state entrants swim to a fifth-place finish in the 200 medley relay. “ We w e r e s o h a p p y t o get them in the top eight on Friday,“said Boston, of her relay team of Sam Hansen, Griffin Back, Jenia Foster and Brandt Swanson, “and for them to move from seventh to fifth (1:38.18) is crazy.” What’s crazy is what happened next.

Aaron Greenberg celebrates a victory in the 50 freestyle with a well deserved fist pump. In all, Greenberg would swim away with four gold medals.

Maverick Hovey, Eden Prairie’s lone senior, enjoyed a great state meet, winning four medals (three golds and one silver). In the 200 freestyle, the next event, Eden Prairie swimmers placed two (Maverick Hovey — 1:41.64), three (Jonathan Lieberman — 1:41.86) and eight (Michael Solfelt — 1:44.07). That gave the Eagles a lead

they wouldn’t relinquish. Eden Prairie didn’t have anyone in the final eight of the 200 individual medley, but they had two swimmers scores points, Jenia Foster finished 13th (1:59.78); Dima Foster fin-

ished 15th (2:00.92). In the first of many great races, Eden Prairie’s Aaron Greenberg touched out Woodbury’s Victor Lugg in the 50 freestyle 20.93 to 20.99. Eden Prairie’s Bryce Boston would finish sixth (21.54). T he meet was on ly fou r events old, yet Eden Prairie was leading the defending champion Skippers 111-65. When the swim events resumed after diving, Eden Prairie put on a clinic. Hovey defended his butterfly title by swimming the race in a time of 49.52. Boston finished third (50.44); Jenia Foster finished sixth (51.87). Greenberg doubled up on individual wins with a victory in the 100 freestyle (45.65). Solfelt would finish sixth (47.10). As an aside, Solfelt had entered the meet seeded 11th in the 200 and 17th in the 100. He went eight and six. According to some, the 500 freestyle was supposed to be a race between Mounds View’s Noah Lucas and Woodbury’s Gregory Norsten. Someone should have told that to Lieberman, who not only finished second, but nearly won the race. Lieberman swam his 20 lengths in 4 : 33.4; Noah won with a 4:33.14. Norsten finished third with a 4:34.1. Spencer Sathre, an Eden Prairie eighth-grader, finished 15th (4:52.55). The race of the day belonged to the Eden Prairie relay team

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Defenseman Nick Seeler, Eden Prairie High School class of 2011, recorded four points (1g, 3a) and a plus-three rating as the Des Moines Buccaneers won two of three games during the week ending Feb. 25. On Friday, he scored a goal and dished out an assist in the 3-1 win against Sioux City. The 18-year-old then dished out two assists, including one shorthanded, during the first period of Saturday’s 6-3 victory over Sioux City. Seeler has put up 23 points (4g, 19a) in 43 games during his first USHL season, including eight points (2g, 6a) in 11 games since being acquired by the Bucs. The Eden Prairie native was a 2011 NHL Draft pick of the Minnesota Wild.

Free softball skills clinic Eden Prairie Fastpitch is offering a series of free softball clinics beginning Thursday, March 8, at Prairie View Elementary Gyms 1 and 2. Players 9 years old and younger (on Jan. 1, 2012) meet from 6-7 p.m. Players 10 years old and older (on Jan. 1, 2012) meet from 7-8 p.m. Free instruction, provided by Eden Prairie High School varsity players and coaches, will focus on fundamentals and drills. Participants will need to bring a glove and bat, if they have one. Parents are encouraged to grab their own gloves and join their daughters. No registration is necessary. Go to www.epfastpitch.com to learn more about the free clinics held every Tuesday from now until April 24 (except for April 3) and to register for the spring softball season (fee increases on March 9).

2012 EPGBA board meeting and election of oﬃcers The Eden Prairie Girls Basketball Association is seeking interested persons to join the association as board members for the upcoming year. The annual board meeting and election of officers is at 7 p.m. Sunday, March 18, at the Eden Prairie Community Center, Room 201. For information, visit www.epgba.org or email Nicole Higgins at secretary@epgba.org.

MSSLax 5th/6th-grade girls lacrosse The EPLA is reminding all girls in fifth and sixth grades, who wish to participate in the EPLA-sponsored MSSLax Girls Lacrosse team for spring, that registration is open and practices have begun. Go to www.eplacrosse.com for online registration. Late fee applies after March 1. Cost is $215 and all participants need a current U.S. Lacrosse membership. For information, email npcolford@mac.com or ana.bowlsby@gmail.com.

Fastpitch softball registration 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 www. epfastpitch.com.

Eden Prairie Soccer Association registration The Eden Prairie Soccer Association (EPSA) is conducting online registration for the spring 2012 season at www.edenprairiesoccer.org. Registration will be available through March 25, or until all teams have been filled. The spring season will open for play on Saturday, April 28, and runs for approximately eight weeks. EPSA is open to boys and girls in grades K-12. Fees are $60 per child for online registrations through March 25 (late fees assessed after that date). Games are typically played at Flying Cloud Fields. The EPSA program is run by volunteers. Between coaches, team managers and program administrators, the group needs significant parent involvement in programs. Training is provided for all volunteer positions. For more information, contact EPSA at www.edenprairiesoccer.org or email info@ edenprairiesoccer.org.

EP baseball online registration The Eden Prairie Baseball Association is conducting registration for the 2012 season. Registration is for all kids, ages 4 through 12th grade, who live in or go to school in Eden Prairie. A $30 late fee applies (after March 1). For additional information as well as registration instructions, visit the EPBA at www. epbaseball.com.

Brancale wins second state title in streakstopping fashion BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com

At last year’s State Wrestling Tournament, Eden Prairie’s Sam Brancale fell 1-0 to St. Cloud Apollo’s Mitch Bengston. Although the match happened in the quarterfinals, it was state championship caliber. To be sure, Brancale and Bengston were the class of their class (120 pounds). At this year’s state tournament, they were on opposite sides of the 126-pound bracket, meaning they wouldn’t meet until the finals. And meet they did. “As a senior,” said Brancale, “I couldn’t ask for a better last match. Not only would I get a

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Beginning of the end? With only seconds remaining in his state championship match, Sam Brancale (right) won a 2-1 decision with a last-second reversal. The victory snapped his opponent’s 179-match win streak. rematch, but I was getting the chance to break the longest win streak in Minnesota wrestling history.” Bengston had lost his second match of his eighth-grade season. He then went on to rattle off a state-record 179 wins in row. “Hollywood couldn’t have scripted it any better,” said Eden Prairie Co-Head Coach Tom Gruhlke. Actually, Hollywood had

scripted something similar. In the 1993 movie Groundhog Day, a weatherman (Bill Murray) finds himself living the same day over and over again. In Saturday’s Brancale vs. Bengston title match, Bengston led 1-0 deep into the third period. “ It wa s t he ex ac t s a me match,” said Brancale. “Like last year, he led 1-0 going into the third period.”

Last year, Brancale opened the third period in the down position, but never got up as Bengston rode Brancale the whole period. “We met before the match to go over scenarios,” said Gruhlke. “Sam met with us as we wanted him to have ownership in the decision. We decided that if he was trailing, he had

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U10s make PROP donation The Eden Prairie Hockey Association’s U10 girls team donated 492 pounds of food and $90 to PROP through donations collected during the U10 Meltdown Tournament. Donations were raised through the Hat Trick for Hunger campaign and Chuck a Puck event.

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By falling to Edina in the last game of the regular season, the Eden Prairie High School boys basketball team failed in its attempt to reach 20 regular season wins. A nd Eden P rairie Head Coach David Flom is good with that. Huh? “I think the loss was a good thing as it forces us to refocus,” he said. “There are consequences to not taking care of details and I’m hoping we learned that.” When asked about these details, the coach mentions mental mistakes. “With two minutes left, we left their best guy wide open and he hit a three,” he said. “When we needed stops down the stretch, they got a lot more loose balls.” The kicker? “I f we’re not making shots,” he said, “we have to be fantastic on the defensive side of the ball. Friday, we weren’t.” In Friday’s 72-64 loss, Eden Prairie shot just 34 percent from the field. “We got good shots, but didn’t make them,” he said. “That can happen.” Andre Wallace led Eden Prairie with 17 points. Jordan Peterson added 16; Grant Shaeffer 12; Sander Mohn 11. Three days earlier, Eden Prairie would defeat Wayzata 71-52. Wallace and Peterson would score 18 points apiece. Eden Prairie finished Lake play with a 4-4 record. Overall, the Eagles finished 19-7. Hopkins won the Lake with an 8-0 record. Edina finished 4-4; Minnetonka 3-5; Wayzata 1-7.

TOP SEED Last week’s play had no bearing on where the Eagles would be seeded for the upcoming Section 2AAAA Tournament as Eden Prairie had clinched the No. 1 seed a couple of weeks ago. Chanhassen is seeded No. 2; Prior Lake No. 3; Lakeville South No. 4. Eden Prairie defeated Prior Lake and Chanhassen during the regular season.

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to start down.” For the first one minute and twenty seconds, Saturday’s third period looked a lot like last year’s third period. Then, with 40 seconds left, they stopped the match so Brancale could treat his bloody nose. “We had time to do some coaching,” adds Gruhlke. And? “ He ne e de d to get i n a scramble,” said the coach. With 10 seconds remaining, the scramble began. “I t rapped his a r m a nd rolled as hard as I could,” said Brancale. “I was on my back, but he was off me.” Before he could say sweet revenge, the match ended with the referee awarding Brancale two points for the reversal. “I couldn’t dream of more drama,” said the champ. “Good fortune or the good lord,” said Gruhlke, while adding that the points came with four seconds left on the clock. “Any earlier and Mitch might have had time to respond.” Still, Brancale couldn’t believe what had just happened. “I had to pinch myself while I was signing the bout sheet,” he said, “making sure it wasn’t a dream.” Brancale wou ld end his Eden Prairie career with a school record 144 wins. As a

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Grant Shaeffer uses both hands as he takes the ball to the basket. Schaeffer would score 12 points in Friday’s 72-64 loss to Edina. And? “Chan and Prior Lake can play as well as Edina,” said Flom. In his next breath, he said, “it’s our section to win.” Meaning? “We have to be mentally ready to take it to the next

level,” he adds. Eden Prairie was scheduled to open Section 2AAAA play Wednesday, after deadline, with a home game against Burnsville. If Eden Prairie wins, it faces the winner of Lakeville South vs. Bloomi ng ton Ken nedy

on Saturday at Chaska High School (1 p.m.).

It’s true; you do have to go through Bloomington to get to Edina. Wednesday, Feb. 29, the Eden Prairie High School girls basketball team opened defense of its Section 2AAAA title with a first-round win over Bloomington Jefferson. The Eagles jumped all over the Jaguars, sprinting to a 36-15 halftime lead before cruising to a 62-41 victory. Eden Prairie had three players reach double digits. Shayne Mullaney finished with 16 ; Jackie Johnson 13 and Sam Trammel 10. With its win, the No. 2 seeded Eagles advanced to the Section 2AAAA semifinals where they’d take on the No. 3 seeded Bloomington Kennedy Eagles. The winner gets a shot at top seeded Edina. In Saturday’s Eden Prairie vs. Kennedy game, Kennedy jumped out to a 19-11 lead. Eden Prairie’s response? Eden Prairie went on a 20-2 run and led 30-21 at halftime. “We never looked back,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Chris Carr, of his team’s 65-51 win. When asked about his team’s game-changing run, Carr credits red-hot shooting and a shutdown defense. “Shayne (Mullaney) made three threes in a row,” he said. “Cassy (Cassy Saxton) added another. “More than anything,” he adds, “we played really good defense.” Johnson led all scorers with 25 points. Mullaney would add 23. By winning back-to-back games against the two Bloomington schools, Eden Prairie advances to the Section 2AAAA finals where they’ll face top seeded Edina. Eden Prairie and Edina split their two conference games. In Eden Prairie’s win (53-46), Edina was playing without MC

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Cassy Saxon looks for her shot during Eden Prairie’s win over Bloomington Jefferson in the opening round of the Section 2AAAA Tournament. McGrory. In Edina’s win (36-34), the Eagles were playing without Mullaney. “We’re both at full strength,” said Carr. When asked for a prediction, Carr said he expects Edina to focus on Mullaney and Johnson. “Someone else is going to have to step up,” he said. Can Eden Prairie win? “Defending our section title has been our goal since the first day of practice,” said Carr. “We’ve got as good a chance as any, not just to make a run at state, but to take a crack at a state championship.” Eden Prairie vs. Edina Part III is scheduled for Friday at Hopkins High School (7:30 p.m.).

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four-year state qualifier, he finished sixth as a freshman, first as a sophomore, third as a junior and then first again his senior year. PHOTO BY DANIEL HUSS

100 AND COUNTING Ben Brancale, Sam’s younger brother, would also have a memorable state meet. While experiencing St. Paul for the first time, the 120-pound freshman finished third, After suffering a heartbreaking 7-5 semifinals loss to Burnsville’s Andy Underhill, Brancale won a 6-3 decision over Albert Lea’s Dakota Wangsness before pinning St. Michael-Albertville’s Cole Sladek. “The kid he pinned in the third-place match beat the st ate cha mpion i n T hu rs day’s team competition,” adds Gruhlke. Fittingly, the Sladek win, easily Brancale’s biggest win of his career, would count as win No. 100. “Win or lose, Ben moves on,” said Gruhlke, of his budding star’s demeanor. “The loss in the semis hurt, hurt a lot, but he strapped on his shoes and got right back at it.” Matt Gribben, wrestling at 152 pounds, went 2-2 in his first state meet, winning his first match before losing to the eventual state champion (TJ Ohara) in the quarterfinals. Gribben went 1-1 in his wrestleback matches. Melvin DeSouza’s second state tournament ended in a

Jonathan Lieberman placed in the top three in two individual events. After fi nishing third in the 200 freestyle, he fi nished second in the 500 freestyle.

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Ben Brancale made his fi rst state meet a memorable one, winning his third-place match with a pin. Brancale is a ninth-grader. pair of losses. “He had a tough draw,” explained Gruhlke. In the first round, DeSouza, wrestling at 182 pounds, fell

10-4 to Elk River’s Richard Carlson. Carlson had entered the match with a 40-4 record. He’d get a wrestleback match, but lost 8-6 in overtime.

of Greenberg, Hovey, Solfelt and Boston. The all-time 200 freestyle record (1: 2 4.6 8) was set by Alexandria in 1999. During Friday’s preliminary races, the Eden Prairie contingent broke the record with a time of 1:24.31. “A nd t hey told me t hey could go faster,” said Boston. Saturday, they did go faster, breaking the 1:24 barrier with a time of 1:23.9. Eden Prairie’s splits were 20.94, 20.96, 21.20 and 20.8. Of the 28 other swimmers who swam in the finals only one other swi m mer p oste d a sub -21 split. Amazingly, Eden Prairie had three. Hansen and Dima Foster would earn backstroke points. Hansen finished ninth (53.05); Foster 16th (54.98). Back, an eighth-grader; finished sixth in the 100 breaststroke (1:00.71). A s one bi g excl a m ation point, Eden Prairie (Greenberg, Boston, Solfelt and Hovey)

finished the meet with a victory in the 400 freestyle relay (3:06.01). If you were counting, Eden Prairie won five races and Greenberg factored into four of those. “It was more reality this week than it was at the beginning of the season,” said Greenberg, while admitting he thought winning four gold medals was a long shot. What pleases Greenberg the most, however, is his team’s performance. “We brought 26 swims to state,” he said, “That’s unbelievable.” Question: Was Boston surprised? “To have that target on your back and still be able to deliver is impressive,” she said. “In the end, what surprised me is how dominant they were. I’d have to double check, but I think we had 20 swims score points. That’s incredible!” What’s incredible is that Eden Prairie has the potential to do the same thing next year, as Hovey was the only Eden Prairie senior to swim at the state meet.

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hakopee kids who hoped school would close from snow last week finally got their wish — on “Saturday Night Live.” The nationally broadcast weekly show on NBC featured a skit last Saturday night that featured a fictitious Shakopee hip-hop station, “B108,” following a winter storm. “I drove in the darkness through 10 blinking stoplights to downtown Shakopee,” said a morning disc-jockey. After “14 inches of fresh fall,” a news reporter announced: “Red Oak Elementary is closed, Little Learners pre-K is on a twohour delay, Shakopee Middle School is on a two-hour delay and Eagle Creek is closed,” leading to raucous cheers from the hip-hop hosts. When Shakopee school Superintendent Rod Thompson decided to keep school open on Wednesday last week, it led to raucous jeers from students on Twitter.com. The March 3 SNL show was hosted by Lindsay Lohan.

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In the bill, the state also would contribute infrastructure to a project. This bill doesn’t call for taxing the public or doing anything that hasn’t already been done for other kinds of economic development, Hann said. Rep. Kirk Stensrud, R-42A, said on Thursday he didn’t have enough information to

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Speculation abounded as to why Shakopee was chosen and why the hosts pronounced the town’s name correctly. One Twitter user speculated 1999 St. Olaf College graduate Shelly Gossman, who became a writer for the show, based the station off Beat96. “Saturday Night Live” officials did not respond to an inquiry from the Shakopee Valley News; however, a FOX 9 News story reported that Gossman no longer works for the show. FOX 9 News stopped by Eagle Creek Elementary Monday to interview Principal Libby Bergen and some parents about the Shakopee shout-out. Mayor Brad Tabke responded to the skit Monday by sending SNL creator and Executive Producer Lorne Michaels a letter of thanks, he announced by press release.

comment on the proposal. “I’ll look forward to hearing some of the details and see what they come up with,” he said. Rep. Jenifer Loon, R-42B, said Monday she wants to look at the details of the proposal, but all along she has not been enthusiastic about funding a stadium. She has specific questions about the funding mechanism. She has initial concerns that the state’s contribution to the project is higher than

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A scene from the “Saturday Night Live” skit March 3. “I have sent Mr. Michaels a letter of thanks and appreciation for putting Shakopee in the national spotlight, even if it means a few well-deserved laughs at our expense. “The fact that they selected Shakopee, Minn., of all random places and researched our actual schools is very exciting to those of us in this growing and thriving community.” Shakopee Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau President Angie

Whitcomb agreed. “We would love for folks to come to Shakopee and see that it’s not just snow drifts and blinking stoplights,” Whitcomb said in the same release. “We are home to Valleyfair Amusement Park, Canterbury Park horse racing track and some of the best golf courses the nation has to offer. “But when you are a community straddling booming suburban development and Minnesota’s strong agricultural industry,

it’s fair to say we do get up early.” Whitcomb did take exception to one thing from SNL’s skit, however, “Shakopee schools rarely close. We’re tough, grizzled and don’t let a few inches of snow get in the way of our early work day!” Here’s what a few Twitter fans had to say about Shakopee’s minute of fame: weness: Shakopee and my kids school — Eagle Creek — were on #SNL today. Surreal.

Sitting in Portland. Watching SNL talking about my town. dewgirl99: Watching Saturday Night Live. Radio skit ripping Minnesota. Very funny. Impressed that “Shakopee” is pronounced correctly! alexsvac: I’m so famous now!! SassyEditrix: As someone who may or may not be VERY familiar with and have previously worked in Shakopee, Minn. the B108 SNL sketch was DEAD ON.

Dayton’s original figure of about $300 million, she added. Loon said she also wants to hear from her constituents on the issue. “I’m really going to want people to weigh in with me before I make a final decision on it,” she said. Hann and Loon both said they don’t know how the stadium agreement would affect Winter Park in Eden Prairie. Officials from the Vikings could not be reached for comment.

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Area after Oak Grove Middle School students discovered a man’s body there during a field trip. “We are involved in situations where there are surviving family members who come on the scene or bystanders who are affected by an incident; could be an accident, could be a house fire, just a variety of situations where we are called out to assist police officers,” Odens said. “We often deal with the people issues.” Once on the scene, chaplains often serve as the liaison between the family or bystanders and police or fire officials. Chaplains also try to see what the needs are and how they can be met, said Nelson, pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Eden Prairie. Brecount, pastor of Calvary Lutheran Church in Golden Valley, said chaplains have more training to counsel

people during tragic times. “The cops aren’t trained to really hold the hands of those who are grieving like pastors are. We can do our job and we sort of let them do their job,” he said. Predovich said the chaplains also attend roll calls, ride along with personnel and take classes on various subjects related to police work or crisis intervention. They organize a chili feed and barbeque each year to help the police and fire personnel know they’re appreciated.

THE BENEFITS Carlson said chaplains give the departments another link to the community through faith-based agencies. They have direct access to the community, which provides a good community relations tool. “It’s good for the churches and faith communities and the departments. They both get something out of the relationships,” he said. Perrin said chaplain

programs supplement or augment the employee assistance programs available to civil servants. The program helps them in the short term to properly deal with what they have experienced to be productive and healthy. “Our efforts are designed to influence folk to deal with a psychological or a soul trauma with talk, exercise, fun and other cathartic behaviors rather than developing anger, resentment, guilt, feelings of powerlessness or fear,” he said. “It also teaches people to use constructive behaviors in the healing process instead of selfmedicating with alcohol, drugs or other less positive behaviors.” Eden Prairie’s chaplains collectively respond to about 50 calls per year and assist police and fire department personnel as needed throughout the year. The program is co-sponsored by the Eden Prairie Crime Prevention Fund, Good said.

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Chaska Valley Family Theatre will perform “Oliver!” a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens’ novel “Oliver Twist,” at the Chaska High School Theater. Dickens’ story of an orphan who is sold to an undertaker, then falls in with a gang of pickpockets, will be performed from March 16-25. After 140 people auditioned, the cast was narrowed down to 71; director Colleen Herzog said she couldn’t be more impressed with the talent being shown by the cast members. There are 31 cast members who are kids, which is making every rehearsal an adventure. “I directed the ‘Sound of Music,’ so I know what it is like working with kids,” said Herzog. “When you really stop to look at the shows that have a large youth cast, they are a really great way for kids to get a taste of something different ... to get a taste for theater.” The role of Oliver is being played by Nicholas Dekker, 9, of Prior Lake. “He showed up to the audition with a complete resume, and he wasn’t the only kid who came with one ... that part surprised me,” Herzog said. Herzog last directed a CVFT show, “Fiddler on the Roof,” in 2006. When CVFT came to her a year and half ago with the proposal for “Oliver!” she couldn’t resist. “I have worked with CVFT since its inception in 1995, when they did their first show. I have the history with them. It is amazing the organization that they have bloomed into.” CVFT has always revolved around bringing families in the community together, as well as feature local talent. In the production of “Oliver!” Herzog’s own grandchildren will be a part of it. “I did this 15 years ago with

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Fagin, played by Chaska Valley Family Theatre veteran Charlie Title, and his thieves, Nicholas Dekker (Oliver), at right, and Leo Plante (Artful Dodger) will be featured in the upcoming production of “Oliver!” my children and now it has been a ball with my grandchildren ... I’m glad to give the kids the opportunity to see what theater is like,” she said. Her grandkids come from more sports-orientated families and are breaking into something new and they are loving every minute of it, Herzog said. “Oliver!” was performed on the CVFT stage back in 1998. Actor Ron Roeser will be repeating his role as Mr. Brownlow, and past director Paula Atkins will be hitting the stage as Mrs. Bedwin. “In a way things are kind of going around and coming around,” said Herzog. First-time CVFT choreographer Carrie McCollum has been a great asset to the “Oliver!” production staff. “She demands a lot from the cast. But, all of the kids keep talking about how much they like working with her,” said Herzog. Herzog is confident in the work that her cast has put in and is excited for the perfor-

mances to start next week. “We gave ourselves plenty of production time, and I know the cast is really ready.” Tickets are available online at cvft.org or the box office is open one hour before each performance. Meghan O’Connor is an intern with Southwest Newspapers. She is studying journalism at the University of Minnesota.

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and the warming sun of the Mediterranean climate. Her vibrant, impressionist paintings reflect the play of strong light and shadows on the landscape, inviting the eye to wander and bring back memories of places visited,” according to a news release. The Woman’s Club is at 410 Oak Grove St., Minneapolis. Info: (612) 813-5300. RSVP by March 12 to poeyart@comcast. net or call (952) 949-3444 for further information.

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A Third Congressional District Debate between DFL candidates Brian Barnes and Sharon Sund is set for 7-8:30 p.m. March 14 in the Minnetonka City Hall Council Chamber Room. Lori Sturdevant of the Star Tribune is set to moderate.

Join your friends and neighbors for the annual Eden Prairie Foundation Ball on Saturday, April 14, at the Minnetonka Marriott Southwest. The Foundation raises money for Eden Prairie nonprofits and civic groups and also awards scholarships to deserving high school seniors. The theme this year is “My Kind of Town,” with a black tie, Rat-Pack era or Mad Men/ Pan Am attire. There will also be live and silent auctions. Bill Rasmussen, a vocalist who specializes in singing Sinatra favorites, will be the entertainment during the first hour of the event. This year’s ball chairperson is Sara Ulshmid. She is a Perham, Minn., native and a graduate of Concordia College, Moorhead, who works in public relations for the Minnesota Swarm. Info: edenprairiefoundation. org.

Poey’s paintings on display Eden Prairie artist Heidi Poey’s colorist paintings will be shown at the Women’s Club during the month of March. The title of her exhibit is Colors of Italy. The public is invited to an artist reception from 5:30-7 p.m. March 15 with hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. There will be a tasting of Italian wines that evening. “Poey is a native of Switzerland who traveled extensively through Italy all her life, attracted to the small villages in the mountains, olive groves

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Readers chime in on the childhood reads that excited them

hat was your favorite childhood book? Your children’s favorite books? Is there a childhood book character you simply can’t get out of your head, decades later? These are the questions we posed to our newspaper and website readers, and to readers of our magazine sister, Savvy.mn. Folks responded, and you’ll likely fi nd the responses — printed here — jogging your own memories of childhood reads. To all of the readers who responded, we say, “Thanks.”

‘Goodnight Moon’ “Alex, what’s your favorite kids’ book?” I asked my 8-year-old son. Without hesitation, he smi led, “Goodnight M o o n .” We hadn’t r e ad t h at i n yea rs. To the bookc ase of laden, warped shelves, we went in search of Margaret Wise Brown’s classic bedtime story. I found the well-loved board book, which had been taped and retaped, but still nearly came apart in my hands. “In the great green room,” I began, Alex leaning on my shoulder. I realized that Alex could now read. We could read this book together. And so we did, laughing at the word mush and saying goodnight to

nobody, finding the little mouse on each colored page and whispering as the lights dimmed in the little bunny’s room. Reading Goodnight Moon had been an essential part of our bedtime routine when Alex and his younger sister, Amy, were toddlers. To rediscover its magic now confirms it as the best children’s book I’ve ever read.

Amber Stoner Eden Prairie

His little cupcake’s favorite My daugh-e ter’s favorite is “Pinkalicious.”

‘Anne of Green Gables’ As a tomboy growing up in rural Minnesota, I loved books that had strong female characters. “Anne of Green Gables” by Lucy Montgomery was one of my favorites. An orphan, Anne Shirley was adopted by an older, unmarried brother and sister, Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert, who had asked for a boy to help them on the farm. Instead, they got Anne, a spirited, melodramatic redhead who quickly charms the quiet Matthew. After a discussion with his more forceful sister, Marilla, they decide to keep her. The story ensues with one adventure after another with Anne getting into trouble because she acts according to her instincts, not according to society’s expectations. I also enjoyed the Laura Ingalls Wilder series. The books not only tell the story of pioneer girl, Laura, but also give a glimpse of what life was like on the frontier. The stories unfold through the eyes of Laura, who loves to tag along with Pa, and as a result has adventures that other girls do not.

Jan Eian Eden Prairie

A farm girl’s best friend was ‘Anne’

Stuart Lang Shakopee

I suspect my favorite children’s author will be different than most because I was a child during the Depression and World War II years.

My heroine was “Anne of Green Gables,” written by Lucy Maud Montgomery. Having two older sisters who thought of me as a pest, my best friend was Anne, who was even more of a misfit than I. She was an orphan adopted by brother and sister siblings, a bachelor and spinster who farmed on Prince Edward Island and wanted a boy for farm chores. The child who arrived from the orphanage in Nova Scotia was a girl — a red-haired one at that — and thus the adventure begins! There are eight wonderful books following “Anne” from adoption to motherhood. Because northern Minnesota farm children were more isolated in those days, Anne and I spent much time together — the more mistakes she made, the better I loved her. I have all eight books about her — now out of print — collected from oldbook sales, thrift shops, etc. In adulthood, I have been to Prince Edward Island several times and love its green fields, red earth and blue water as much as Anne did. Of my six granddaughters, only one reads the “Anne” books as I did. So, Erin, I leave them all to you — even the first edition!

Carol Mears Shakopee

Savvy reader favorites, from Calvin to Mumpsy to Pippi

avvy.mn staff asked readers, leaders, writers and other folks to share their fond memories of childhood books. Judging by the response we received on Facebook (facebook.com/savvymn) this topic hit a happy nerve. Visit the Savvy.mn website to add your favorites to the list. When I was growing up, I read all the “Chip Hilton” and “The Hardy Boys” books. As a father, my sons and I loved reading “Calvin and Hobbes.”

time I see a male lion I want to run up and hug it shouting “Aslan!” Probably not the brightest idea.

A couple that come to mind would be “The Velveteen Rabbit” or “Corduroy.” Both teach compassion.

Gail Weinhold, freelance writer

Andria Sibert

I pick “Guess How Much I Love You” by Sam McBratney. I loved reading this book to my son when he was little. I think it’s important for children to know that their parents’ love is limitless and constant, and this book warms my heart every time I read it.

Gov. Mark Dayton My mother claims that the reason she taught me to read when I was 3 years old was to keep me out of her hair. I guess I asked for One. Too. Many. Read-alouds of “Mumpsy Goes to Kindergarten.” (She says she actually hid the book once to keep from reading it again, but I found it — ha!) While Mumpsy was my first book, the one I remember best was “Half Magic” by Edward Eager. Not only did it capture my imagination (which was wild in the first place), but it proved to me that books — as well as the stories in them — could take me anywhere, in the world or out of it.

Laura McCallum, Deputy News Director at Minnesota Public Radio

Allyson Dressel

“Love You Forever,” written by Robert Munsch, illustrated by Sheila McGraw. It does a great job capturing a mother’s love through all the chapters of her child’s life, and just like it says, “I’ll love you for always.” What a great message to kids! When my husband and I found out we were having our first child, I also bought the book as a gift to give to his mother. No matter how old your baby is, you love them, and it’s great to know they know that (smile). I get teary-eyed every time I read it (smile).

I love Maurice Sendak’s “Where the Wild Things Are.” The pictures are so fun and I love hearing my son roar his terrible roar, gnash his terrible teeth, roll his terrible eyes and show his terrible claws. We have such a great time reading it together.

Heidi Cunningham Schauer

When I was young, I devoured “Pippi in the South Seas” and “Pippi Goes on Board.” My all-time favorite books are the “BetsyTacy” books by Maud Hart Lovelace — I still read the entire series nearly every year. I also loved “Charlotte’s Web” by E.B. White, “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” and “Through the Looking Glass” by Lewis

Terri Schlichenmeyer, book reviewer My mother used to read chapter books to me for bedtime stories each night and I remember being whisked away to the magical world of Narnia each night in “The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe.” To this day every

My favorite childhood book is “Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes” by Eleanor Coerr. The story tells the tale of a young girl diagnosed with Leukemia who, following Japanese legend, tries to create 1,000 paper cranes so that she would be granted her wish to live. It is a story of sadness and of hope, of courage and compassion. I remember reading it over and over again as a second-grader.

“The Baby-sitters Club” by A nn M. Martin. I use to love reading those books. I couldn’t wait until the new books from the series would arrive in the mail, along with different gifts. Great memories!

Iisha Jones

Jennifer Weber Baker “Mike and the Steam Shovel” is my favorite. I love how he wouldn’t give up.

Christine Etzler Smith

Carroll and anything by Beverly Cleary. Books with strong fema le cha racters were (and still are) important to me. We are lucky that so ma ny t a lented w r it e r s a r e c u r rently choosing to write books for children and young adults. Kate DiCamillo (“Because of WinnDixie,” “Mercy Watson to the Rescue!”), Kevin Henkes (“Junonia,” “Olive’s Ocean”) and Gary D. Schmidt (“The Wednesday Wars,” “Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy”) are creating amazing work for today’s young audiences. It’s nearly impossible to read books by any of these three authors without either laughing hysterically bl — and d sometimes ti or sobbing uncontrollably both within the same chapter.

Rachel Smoka-Richardson, Director of Institutional Giving at Children’s Theatre Company She recently earned her Master of Fine Arts in Writing for Children and Young Adults from the Vermont College of Fine Arts.

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celebrate! ENGAGEMENT

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Fryklund-Andersen Kali Fryklund and Dus n Andersen would like to announce their engagement and upcoming wedding. Kali is a graduate of Eden Prairie High School and is employed at 2 Rivers Marke ng in Des Moines, Iowa. Her parents are Sco and Jacque Fryklund of Eden Prairie. Dus n is a graduate of Madrid High School in Madrid, Iowa. He is employed with Wells Fargo Mortgage in Des Moines. His parents are Tom and Lisa Andersen of Madrid. The wedding will take place at Christ Presbyterian Church in Edina on April 14, 2012.

DusƟn and Kali

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McCann-Torvik Molly McCann and Mike Torvik were married Sept. 17, 2011 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Bayport, Minn. Pastor Mike Lerud oﬃciated at the service. Musicians were Marya Waletzko, Julia Waletzko, and Mike McCann. The recep on was held at the A on Hudson Cruise Line on the Grand Duchess. Parents of the couple are Mike and Kathy McCann of Eden Prairie and Clyde and Lauri Torvik of Blaine, Minn. Matron of Honor was Sarah Moran, bridesmaids were Betsy McCann and Janelle Billigmeier.

The bride’s personal a endants were Megan Shedlock and Stacy Michels. Best Man was Nick Johnson, groomsmen included Jack McCann, Micah Moran, Rob Hinrichs and David Billigmeier. Molly is a graduate of Eden Prairie High School and the University of Wisconsin, Madison. She is an emergency room nurse at the University of Minnesota Hospital. Mike graduated from Spring Lake Park High School and the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks. His occupa on is in marke ng.

Penelope and Oliver

Mike and Molly

“Penelope & Oliver are stunning white cats, tightly bonded as littermates since their birth in October 2005, and must be adopted together. They were returned to us when the owner was moving and was unable to take them along. Oliver is a confident, docile and playful boy who loves his sister Penelope, a sweet girl that takes comfort in following his lead and snuggling with him. Oliver had his teeth extracted in 2009 due to gingivitis, but does eat hard food,” 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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Sports through a lens Minneapolis Institute of Arts’ photography exhibit explores the global culture of sports BY PAT MINELLI editor@shakopeenews.com

ou don’t have to be a huge fan of sports or even photography to enjoy a new exhibit at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. But if you are, that’s definitely icing on the cake. The exhibit, “The Sports Show,” isn’t what you might think — a collection of photos of professional athletes socking home runs or boxing their opponent in the nose. There are some of those. But it’s much more. The exhibit examines the role of sports in society from the late-19th century through today. The goal is to examine the rise of a global sports culture from the late-1800s to the present with the use of scores of photographs and a few video and television clips. Many of the 200-some photographs are images of “regular” people — not just pro athletes — engaging in and likely competing in some sports activity. Several of the early photos on display are of unknown origin with an approximate date but are nevertheless fascinating by their content. Some feature women and girls involved in sporting activities — many surprising — in the late-1800s and early-20th century. Among them are females playing traditional sports like basketball, along with boxing, baseball, trapshooting and shooting arrows. (Despite the hopeful signs of sports equality back then, the women were often partaking in sports while wearing ankle-length skirts or bloomers.) One of the best: A 1945 photo of a player sliding into third base, beating the tag, in a women’s professional baseball (not softball) league. The early photographs lead to others that display images of more famous athletes, thus manifesting the exhibit’s theme: Ours is a sports culture that had its roots in the late-1800s and has blossomed to great significance today. The exhibit is the stepchild of David Little, curator of photography and new media at the MIA. “In the 19th century,

”The Sports Show” exhibit Exhibit on display: Through Sunday, May 13. Tickets: $8 adults; $6 students 13-17 and seniors; $4 children 6-12. (Admission free on Target Family Days: Sundays, March 11, April 15, May 13). Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays; 10 a.m.9 p.m. Thursdays; 11 a.m.5 p.m. Sundays (closed Mondays).

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Burnsville’s Lindsey Vonn captured the gold medal in the women’s downhill event in Whistler, British Columbia, in 2010.

Where: Minneapolis Institute of Arts, 2400 Third Ave. S., Minneapolis

sports were local events. As technology advanced and the ability to disseminate information on an international level increased, people were able to see images of important games and victorious athletes from around the world,” Little said. “Suddenly, millions of people were witness to athletic action and sports became and remain spectacles, pop culture phenomena and political dramas. At the same time, sports images became triggers for memories of significant and historic events.” While the photographer of many images is unknown, others are from celebrated names, such as Andy Warhol, Diane Arbus and Richard Avedon. Among my favorites in this section were a photo of a young Fidel Castro swinging a golf club and a photo of Jesse Owens — a young black man who shook up the 1936 Olympics by winning four gold medals in Hitler’s Germany — shot by Hitler filmmaker Leni Riefenstahl. If photos of unknowns engaged in various sports activities sound boring, fear not: There are tons of photos of famous athletes in action during sporting events, as well as rare photos of the famous outside the sports domain. An important note: The national/international

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A 1919 photo of baseball great Babe Ruth, photographer unknown. There are also other photos of Ruth at the exhibit, including one when he played in an exhibition game at Nicollet Park in Minneapolis in 1924.

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Boxing great Muhammad Ali, his face sweating after a workout, in a 1970 photo by Gordon Parks.

exhibit is on the second floor of the institute. On the third floor is the second part, featuring sports images from Minnesota. This part includes big-name Minnesotans involved in sports in the past century, but it doesn’t stop there: There are many images of Minnesotans engaging in leisure and off-beat sports as well, including — what else? — ice-fishing.

My favorite photo: The very first movement of dirt on the Bloomington prairie in 1955 for the new Metropolitan Stadium, which would be home to minor league baseball until it was expanded and became home to the Minnesota Twins in 1961. The exhibit, which is open through May 13, is fascinating, no matter how you feel about sports.

“Suddenly, millions of people were witness to athletic action and sports became and remain spectacles, pop culture phenomena and political dramas. At the same time, sports images became triggers for memories of significant and historic events.” David Little Curator of photography and new media at the MIA

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2. ART IN THE HOME Bloomington Theatre and Art Center announces Art in the Home Goes Green, a bi-annual exhibition in the Inez Greenberg Gallery. This year’s exhibition will focus on artist-created furniture and home accessories which are made from recycled, repurposed or otherwise sustainable

material while still focusing on the finest of craftsmanship. Time: Exhibit runs Mondays-Fridays 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturdays 9 a.m.5 p.m. and Sundays 1-10 p.m. through April 6 Cost: Free Location: Bloomington Art Center, Inez Greenberg Gallery, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington Info: bloomingtonartcenter.com or call 952-563-8575

3. EVERYTHING SPRING EXPO The 10th annual Home, Landscape and Garden “Everything Spring Expo” will feature more than 100 exhibitors, kids’ activities, free seminars and raffle drawings. Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, March 17 Cost: Free Location: Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Road, Eden Prairie Info: epchamber.org

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Thursday

MARCH 8 MASTER GARDENER CLASS: GROWING VEGETABLES 2 This is the second part of a twopart class highlighting the 10 most popular vegetables grown in the area. A Master Gardener and CSA owner has compiled a list of favorites with hints on how to grow them successfully from start to harvest. The second class will highlight five vegetables that should not be planted until all danger of frost has passed and that will result in a later summer harvest. Time: 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 8 Cost: Free Location: Chanhassen Library, 7711 Kerber Blvd., Chanhassen Info: (952) 227-1500 or www. carverlib.org

‘THE FOX ON THE FAIRWAY’ “The Fox on the Fairway” is a screwball comedy about love, life and man’s eternal love affair with golf. Two rival country clubs, Quail Valley and Crouching Squirrel, prepare for their annual grudge match. Quail Valley has lost miserably for the past five years and Mr. Bingham’s job is at stake, not to mention a huge wager he makes with the director of Crouching Squirrel. The match plays out amidst three love affairs, a disappearing diamond, ghastly golf sweaters, mistaken identities, emotional mulligans, slamming doors and rapid-fire chip shots. Time: 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays; 1 p.m. Wednesdays-Thursdays; 2 p.m. Sundays beginning March 8 and running through the summer Cost: $27 Thursdays-Sundays; $29 Fridays; $32 Saturdays; $19.50 weekday matinees with discounts for groups and students Location: Old Log Theater, 5185 Meadville St., Excelsior Info: oldlog.com or (952) 474-5951

WALK WHEN THE MOON IS FULL: CROW MOON The crows signal the end of winter. Take full moon hike with a naturalist to explore for signs of spring around the lake. For ages 6 and older. Time: 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 8 Cost: $5 Location: Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Road, Bloomington Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org

Friday

gardening trends, methods and products. Time: 1:30-9 p.m. Friday, March 9; 10 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Saturday, March 10; 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 11 Cost: $35 for Arboretum members or $45 for non-members for the three-day event; $20 members or $25 non-members per day; fees include admission and parking Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu/ springexpo2012.aspx or (952) 4431422

SPRING EXPO 2012: LEARNING TO GROW, GROWING TO LEARN Biodiversity, heirloom plants and the latest and best gardening advice will be the topics at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum’s Spring Expo 2012. Themed “Learning to Grow, Growing to Learn,” the event will feature three days of discussion, lectures, book singings and networking among gardening enthusiasts. Special events include programming on seed saving and heirloom plants, Arboretum maple sugarbush tour and tasting and book-signings by guest authors of new gardening editions. Local plant societies, landscapers and garden stores will have displays and information tables to showcase

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, food and 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

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

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 Cost: Free Info: (952) 926-1884

Saturday

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MARCH 10 POLAR BEAR PLUNGE The Eden Prairie Polar Bear Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Minnesota is Saturday, March 10. The Eden Prairie Police and Fire departments take the annual plunge along with hundreds of Eden Prairie residents, organizations and businesses. Time: noon Saturday, March 10 Cost: Free Location: Round Lake Park, 16691 Valley View Road Info: edenprairie.org or (952) 9498300

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Judy Anderson and her granddaughter Solveigh Hope Anderson, 16 months old, at the breakfast last year.

45th ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST

oy Scout Troop 342 will hold its 4 5th annual Pancake Breakfast from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 11, at Eden Prairie High School,

TWIN CITIES BEAD BAZAAR SPRING SHOW Find beading supplies, beadwork classes, bead kits and other bead information at the Twin Cities Bead Bazaar Spring Show. Vendors will offer seed beads, square beads, beadwork kits, patterns, vintage Swarovski crystals, vintage jewelry, ceramic faces, porcelain cameos and other bead related items. Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, March 10-11 Cost: $3 admission; good for both days Location: Hopkins Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 Highway 7, Hopkins Info: beadsbydee.com or (952) 4922493

WEEKEND FAMILY FUN

MARCH 9

COLORS OF ITALY The Minneapolis Woman’s Club will feature an exhibit titled Colors of Italy featuring art by Eden Prairie artist Heidi Poey. The public is invited to attend an artist reception from 5:30-7:30 p.m. March 15. There will be hors d’oeuvres and a bar available throughout the reception, followed by an Italian wine tasting in the evening. Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 15 Location: 410 Oak Grove St., Minneapolis Info: (612) 813-5300

The Arboretum’s March Weekend Family Fun theme is “Spuds & Buds,” all about potatoes. Time: Noon-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, March 10, 11, 17, 18, 2425, 31 Cost: Free with gate admission of $9 for adults; free for ages 15 and younger; free to Arboretum members Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or (952) 443-1422

Sunday

MARCH 11 TROOP 342 PANCAKE BREAKFAST Boy Scout Troop 342 will hold its 45th

17185 Valley View Road. The troop will serve “all you can eat” pancakes as well as French toast, sausage, orange juice, milk and coffee. Tickets are available from the Scouts and at the door. Funds raised by the

ment and high adventure trips. Cost is $5, $15 for families. Info: Scoutmaster Mark Severtson at (612) 281-5192 or www.troop342.org/news.php.

annual Pancake Breakfast at Eden Prairie High School, 17185 Valley View Road. The Troop will serve “all you can eat” pancakes as well as French toast, sausage, orange juice, milk and coffee. Tickets are available from the Scouts and at the door. Funds raised by the Scouts are used to support their monthly camping activities, service projects, troop equipment and high adventure trips. Time: 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 11 Cost: $5, $15 for families Location: Eden Prairie High School, 17185 Valley View Road Info: Scoutmaster Mark Severtson at (612) 281-5192 or troop342.org/ news.php

HOUSE DETECTIVES NEEDED Search “every nook and cranny” of the historic Pond House on a scavenger hunt this Sunday. Successful hunters will receive a frontier toy prize to assemble and take home. Time: 1:30-4 p.m. Sunday, March 4 Cost: $2 suggested donation Location: Pond House, Pond Dakota

Monday

MARCH 12 TEEN SCRABBLE CLUB Students in grades seven to 12 can learn tips and new word strategies from 2006 National Scrabble Champion Jim Cramer. Improve your word skills playing competitively with others. Must attend every session to compete in May tournament. Limited spots. Registration required. Time: 4-5:30 p.m. Mondays, March 12 and 26, April 9 and 30, May 7 and 21 Cost: Free Location: Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive Info: hclib.org

SUMMER CAMP OPEN HOUSE Learn more about Three Rivers’ camps for summer 2012. Watch

a slide presentation of camp adventures from 2011. Children can do a craft while parents chat with park education staff about camps. Drop in anytime. This program is open to all ages. Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, March 10 Cost: Free Location: Lowry Nature Center (Carver Park Reserve), 7025 Victoria Drive, Victoria Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org

Upcoming

MARCH 15 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

Participate in an evening of entertainment, with a light “The Hunger Games”-inspired meal, nonperishable food drive and a starpower simulation game, followed by a panel and discussion of the book. “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins is this year’s Eden Prairie Reads selection. Time: 6-8:30 p.m. Monday, March 19 Location: International School of Minnesota, 6385 Beach Road, Eden Prairie Cost: Free Info: epreads.org

STAR BANK BLOOD DRIVE Star Bank will host a blood drive at 250 Prairie Drive on March 20 from 2-7 p.m. All blood types are needed, especially O negative, B negative and A negative. Type O negative, the universal blood type, can potentially be transfused to patients with any blood type. Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information. Enter sponsor code “0177451” to take part in the Eden Prairie blood drive. Time: 2-7 p.m. Tuesday, March 20 Location: Star Bank, 250 Prairie Center Drive Cost: Free Info: 1-800-RED CROSS or redcrossblood.org

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Do you want to become a tech savvy senior? Girl Scout Troop 10035 is hosting a session that will get you better acquainted with technology. The session will educate people on how to create a Facebook account, modify account settings, and add friends, pictures and more. The event will take place at the Eden Prairie Library on March 17. So come out and learn how to communicate with other people using Facebook, and connect with friends and family. Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 17 Location: Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive Info: (952) 279-8050 or troop10035@gmail.com

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MILITARY NEWS

Carlson graduates from basic training Air Force Airman Brett W. Carlson graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of

the Air Force. Carlson earned distinction as an honor graduate. He is the son of Jan Carlson of Barberry Circle, Eden Prairie. The airman is a 2007 graduate of Eden Prairie High School.

Students learn about STEM Sixty-seven Minnesota students gathered at the Northern Star Council Boy Scouts of America (BSA) Base Camp at Fort Snelling Feb. 14 to learn about aviation at the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math

(STEM) — Home School Aviation Program Day. The STEM Aviation Program was a combined effort of the Northern Star Council-BSA and Civil Air Patrol (CAP) to provide area youth with a curriculum tied to Minnesota State Educations Standards, according to a news release. The training, presented by Dave Braun, a mechanical engineer from dbraun99 LLC and Major David Coates, Viking Squadron CAP, included topics on the principles of fight, aircraft control and instrumentation, and pilot certifications and ratings. The students were introduced to flight

with hands-on experience in FAA flight simulators. The students capped off the day with rock climbing and archery at Northern Star Council’s Base Ca mp. T he Base Ca mp mai n ly serves Scouts, schools, community and corporate groups. Info: www. northernstarbsa.org. Viking Squadron CAP covers the southwestern portions of the Twin Cities area and meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Road. For more information contact 2d Lt. Bryan Stave at (952) 942-5010 or skyrider999@ gmail.com or visit www. gocivilairpatrol.com.

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Students at the STEM/Home School Aviation Program enjoyed hands on “flying” with FAA Flight Simulators and instructors.

SENIOR CALENDAR

Eden Prairie Senior Center The following upcoming events take place at the Eden Prairie Senior Center at 8950 Eden P rairie 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. 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.

Senior trips Czech Village — 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, March 22. Visit Montgomery, Minn., for a visit to Hilltop Hall, an authentic Czech pork dinner and the unusual story of “Big Honza.” Cost is $50. Register by March 5.

Health and wellness The Eden Prairie Community Center at 16700 Valley View Road offers fitness classes geared toward seniors. Call the Community Center at (952) 949-8470 for more information. RSVP at (952) 279-8050 for the following events: 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-

soled tennis shoes. Contact the Senior Center for more information. Cost is $5 for nonmembers.

Classes Several driver safety courses are offered. Call (952) 2798050 for information. Indoor Golf at Inside Edge Golf — 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays, through April at Inside Edge Golf, 16502 W. 78th St., Eden Prairie. Cost is $21 per week.

Red Hat Chapter Contact the Senior Center for more information on trips and special events. The group meets at 9:30 a.m. the second Friday of each month at the Original Pancake House. Mystic Lake and buffet — 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, March 29. Cost is $5. Woodshop The woodshop is available from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, with evening hours also available. Participants must take two -hour

training. Fees are $ 2 0 per quarter or $ 5 per visit. Info: (952) 279-8050.

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 turn old greeting cards into new. Bread Day — 9:30 a.m. for

“end of the day” baked goods and breads donated by a local baker. Donations accepted. Party-Style Bridge — 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 Cof fee 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

Squadron website is mncap. org/viking/.

La Leche League

Community Care Nights

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.

Weekly events

baker. Donations accepted. Partner Bridge — noon, arrive with a partner or find one at the center. Call Lorraine Dilling at (952) 941-2060. P a r t y B r id g e — no on3:30 p.m., no need to sign up, just come and play. Call Shirley at (952) 934-3461 for more information.

Beyond the Senior Center The fol lowing upcoming events are geared toward Eden Prairie seniors, but are not affiliated 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 (eighthour first-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 Flying Cloud Airport The city Advisory Commission meets at 7 p.m. Thursday, Ma rch 8, Heritage Rooms, Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road.

Human Rights and Diversity The city commission meets at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 8, in the Housing & Human Services office in the lower level of Eden Prairie Center mall.

Divorce Support Women Healing from Divorce will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 8, at Biaggi’s Restaurant, Eden Prairie Center mall, 8251 Flying Cloud Drive, Eden Prairie. There will be a dinner and a discussion with an expert on how to relieve stress and stay healthy. Cost is $35. Info/RSVP: barb@ barbgreenberg.com.

AD/HD Connection SW Metro AD/HD Connection provides an opportunity to meet others like you and to learn, discuss and share strategies. Free meetings are on the second Monday of each month. The next meeting is set for 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, March 12, at the Eden Prairie School Administrative Services Building, 8100 School Road, with Baird Johnson, executive director, LearningRx cognitive brain training center, discussing “Applying Brain Research for Improved Attention and Learning Ability.” Info: Cindy Lea, MA, at (612) 965-3052 or Cindy@SucceedingwithADD. com.

Arts and Culture Commission The commission meets at 7 p.m. Monday, March 12, in the Prairie Room at Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road.

Planning Commission The commission meets at 7 p.m. Monday, March 12, in the Council Chamber at Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road.

Eden Prairie School Board The board meets at 6 p.m. in the Administrative Services Center, 8100 School Road. Those wishing to comment at a meeting are asked to call or email the superintendent’s office in advance of the meeting at brendahaynes@edenpr.org / (952) 975-7115 or jsasse@edenpr.org / (952) 975-7015.

Progressives on the Prairie Progressives on the Prairie is set to meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 13, in the Star Bank Community Room, 250 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie (across from the Eden Prairie Center Penney’s parking lot). Dr. Susan Strauss, a local author, former teacher, consultant and expert witness for harassment lawsuits, will discuss her book “Sexual Harassment and Bullying: A Guide to Keeping Kids Safe and Holding Schools Accountable.”

Parkinson’s Disease Support A Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meeting will be held at Prairie Adult Care from 1:30-2:45 March 14. The support group is for persons with Parkinson’s Disease or related neurological disorders, and/ or their caregiver. Free respite care available with reservation. To learn more about the support group, which meets on the second Wednesday of every month, or the adult day center, visit prai rieadu ltcare.com or call (952) 949-3126. Prairie Adult Care is in Victory Lutheran Church at 16200 Berger Drive, Eden Prairie.

Humane Society The annual meeting of the Carver-Scott Humane Society is from 6:30-9 p.m. Thursday, March 15, at the Chaska Community Center, 1661 Park Ridge Drive, Chaska. This year’s program includes a light buffet dinner, a recap of the Humane Society’s accomplishments and future goals, speaker Dr. Lorna Reichl who will discuss animal a n xieties /phobias a nd t he human-animal bond and the CSHS 2011 Volunteer Awards. Info/RSVP (needed by March 7): (952) 368-3553, Ext. 4 or info@carverscotths.org.

ONGOING

Alcoholics Anonymous An Alcoholics Anonymous Men’s Meeting is set at 7 p.m. every Monday at the Preserve Center “Barn,” on the second f loor, 11221 Anderson Lakes Parkway, Eden Prairie, next to the tennis courts. Info: (612) 210-1312, Brian.

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.

BNI Networking Group From 7-8:30 a.m. Thursdays at Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road, international networking group focuses on referrals. Info: bni-mn.com/ or (952) 8906524, Ext. 7568, Paul Turney.

Business Igniters Meets 7:15-8:45 a.m. Tuesdays at the Eden Prairie Community Center. More information is available at bit.ly/ getreferred. Info: http://bit.ly/ getreferred.

Caregiver Support

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A Caregiver Support Group meeting will be held at Prairie Adult Care from 1:30-3:30 p.m. March 15. The support group helps caregivers learn coping skills and make healthy choices for the future. The meeting will be facilitated by LeeAnn Eiden, MSW from Senior Community Services. Free respite care is available with advance reservation. Info: www.prairieadultcare.com or (952) 949 -3126. Prairie Adult Care is in Victory Lutheran Church, 16200 Berger Drive, Eden Prairie.

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.

Conservation Commission Entrepreneur The commission meets at Advisory Council 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 13, in the Prairie Room at Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road.

Southwest (Opus), 5801 Opus Parkway, Minnetonka. Call 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.

Meet with other business owners and executives from 7:30 a.m. to noon March 15 and 21 at the Minneapolis Marriott

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) 937-3535 or bhalweg@ comcast.net. CA P National Headquarters’ website is gocivilairpatrol.com. The Viking

Grace Church in Eden Prairie invites anyone struggling with loss, disappointment, poor health, unemployment, depression, grief or any type of addiction or difficult life circumstance, to come Thursday evenings to enjoy a free meal (5:30-6:30 p.m.), teaching and testimony program (6-7 p.m.), and to participate in a facilitated, gender-based sharing or support group (7-8 p.m.). Enter Door No. 1 and follow the signs. Info: atgrace.com/ccn or contact Shelly at sgeoffroy@ atgrace.com or (952) 224-3023.

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.

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.

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 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).

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.

Overeaters Anonymous From 9-10:30 a.m. Saturdays at Pax Christi, 12100 Pioneer Trail, men and women use the 12 steps of Overeaters Anonymous to stop eating compulsively. Info: (952) 237-1168, Adam; and odat0487@ aol.com and (952) 943-8422, Sarah.

Speakers after Hours Speakers after Hours Toastmasters invites you to visit the club, which is open to all. Practice your public speaking and leadership skills at meetings from 6-7 p.m. every Tuesday at Supervalu Corp. Headquarters, 11840 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie. Info: http://afterhours. toastmastersclubs.org.

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.

Eden Prairie Noon Rotary Super Speakers

The Eden Prairie Noon Rotary Club meets at noon Thursdays at Bearpath Country Club in Eden Prairie. Info: (612) 7193236, Bill Dobbins.

EP Women of Today EPWT meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month 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.

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.

NEARBY

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.

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.

Edina Professionals Network Group Edina Professionals Network Group meets from 7-8:30 a.m. Wednesday mornings at 660 France Ave. S., lower level Edina Realty office. All are welcome. http://edinaprofessionals.com/.

H2O Masters Toastmasters group meets 7:30-8:30 a.m. the second and fou r t h T ue s d ays of ever y month at Culligan Water, 6030 Culligan Way, Minnetonka. Info: h2omasters.org or (952) 912-2429, JoAnn.

Meditation A meditation group led by a Buddhist Monk occurs from 10:10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturdays at the Chanhassen Library. Classes are open to all regardless of level of experience. There is no charge; donations are welcome. For more in for mation cal l Ralph at (952) 934-9727 or e-mail meditation@triplegem.org.

Midday Mumblers Toastmasters group meets 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Fridays at Supervalu, 19011 Lake Drive E., Chanhassen. Info: (952) 9066470, Morgan Holle.

Minneapolis Commodores The Minneapolis Commodores, a member of the Barbershop Har mony Society, welcome all men, young and old, who enjoy singing to come and experience the pleasure of barbershop harmony and camaraderie. The group practices at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at House of Prayer Lutheran Church in Richfield. Call Rich at (952) 829-7009 or go to minneapoliscommodores.org.

Tagtalk Toastmasters T he B est Buy Ta g Ta l k Toastmasters have scheduled an open house for noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 8, in the Harriet Room. Diane Windingland, author of Small Talk Big Results, will be the guest speaker. The group meets from noon-1 p.m. Thursdays at Best Buy Corporate Headquarters, 7601 Penn Ave. S., Richfield. Details are at tagtalk.com, John. Simmons3@bestbuy.com and (612) 291-7585.

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COMMENTARY

Taking steps to help children address mental health concerns BY BETH DAHLINE

As a parent you may hear your child say things like “I don’t want to go to school” or “everybody hates me.” Some parents might hear at school conferences that their child is withdrawn or aggressive with other students. You might find text messages or Facebook postings which have you concerned your child is getting bullied or teased. When you talk to your friends and family they may have suggested you see a therapist or they try to ease your fears by normalizing the child’s behaviors or moods. And you sit wondering, “What do I do next?” The question of when to get support for a child is often a difficult one to answer. Parents often wonder whether a behavior, symptom, mood or attitude is that of typical development or whether it is out of the expected range for their child’s age group. Parents often tell themselves things like, “It’s just a phase” or “They

will grow out of it.” And while that is sometimes the case, the research also shows that children’s mental health issues are significant, real and affecting children across our city, state and country at an alarming rate. According to the National Institute for Mental Health’s (w w w.N I M H.com) website, only half (50.6 percent) of children with mental disorders had received treatment for their disorder within the past year. According to this information, half of children living with anxiety, depression, ADHD and other common mental health difficulties do not receive help. The website also noted that girls are 50 percent less likely to use services as compared to boys. These statistics highlight the importance having information on early warning signs of mental health difficulties, so that parents can make an informed choice about when to seek help from a mental health professional. While children of all ages need parental permis-

sion to engage in therapy, those younger children need parents to recognize the symptoms as compared to older children who might more easily verbalize feelings and concerns to engage in receiving support. Recently some work has been done nationally to help support parents in understanding and g uiding their way through the process of attaining help and support for their children. In October 2011, the Mayo Clinic published a tool kit for parents, teachers and other professionals to identify early signs a child needs professional help by listing symptoms as signs parents should take action. Mayo Clinic’s tool kit indicates children are at risk when they:  Feel very sad or withdrawn for more than two weeks.  Seriously try to harm or kill themselves, or make plans to do so.  Experience sudden overwhelming fear for no reason, sometimes with a racing heart or fast breathing.

 Are involved in many fights, use a weapon or want to badly hurt others.  Display severe out-of-control behavior that can hurt themselves or others.  Are not eating, shows signs of throwing up or using laxatives to make themselves lose weight.  Have intense worries or fears that get in the way of daily activities.  Demonstrate extreme difficulty in concentrating or staying still that puts you in physical danger or causes school failure.  Repeatedly use drugs or alcohol.  Show severe mood swings that cause problems in relationships.  Display drastic changes in behavior or personality. More information regarding the Mayo Clinic’s tool kit can be found at www.MayoClinic.com using key word “Action signs project.” While this list may not catch all children with mental health issues

it is hoped by creators and researchers to catch at least half that are not currently getting treatment. As a parent, teacher or other professional, you have a resource to help support you in decision making regarding your child or a child you work with. Some ideas for a next step include discussing your concerns with one or more of the following: the child’s pediatrician, a school counselor or school social worker, or contacting your local community mental health clinic. In some cases there might be a collaborative in your child’s school which offers mental health treatment for children and families. This is the case in elementary, Spanish Immersion, and middle schools in Eden Prairie. Washburn Center for Children currently works inside seven Eden Prairie schools to support children, parents, families and the school in providing consultation, assessment, evaluation, and ongoing therapeutic

treatment to students at these schools. There are many collaboratives in other districts as well and you can contact your school social worker for more information or referral recommendations. You can also contact your insurance company to help identify innetwork providers in your area. Parenthood is a journey and with awareness, openness and willingness, children who face mental health issues will not have to do so alone. N o t e : T h e i n fo r m at i o n provided should not be used during a mental health emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of a mental health condition. A licensed mental health professional should be consulted for a diagnosis and treatment. Call 911 for mental health emergencies. Beth Dahline, MSW, LICSW is a therapist in Washburn Center for Children’s SchoolBased program which serves the Eden Prairie, Minneapolis and Bloomington school districts.

ISM students do well in competition

and Ethan Nguyen. Kim Bradley is the team manager. Taking third place, managed by Nikki Fick, was team Oops, we’re out of time!, sixth-graders Richard Zhu, Jack Vehmeier, Jake Rogers, Winston Chen, Taylor Compton, Kyler Fick and Ben Fox. Two teams placed in the elementary level challenge The Solar Stage; team Meep took second place. Managed by Chris St. George, this team includes fifth-graders Aidan St. George, Noah Pettit, Nathan Arnold, Cameron Picht, Eric Duxstad, Nick Duxstad and Patrick Yang. At the middle level, team Got Duct Tape Fingers? took first place and will be moving on to state. Team members are sixthgraders Evelyn Armstrong, Sean Kurtenbach, Kieran Arora, Amy Wang, Janet Kang and Kelly Pu. Chris Nylander is the team manager. In addition to placing first, this team also won the Renaissance Award for their “creative use of music and lyrics to bring their story to life. There was an incredible effort to create precisely timed music and sound effects with their performance.” Three teams placed in the cha l lenge Comi ng At t rac tions. At the elementary level, team Do You Wear Deodorant? placed third. Team members are fourth-graders Lincoln Arora, Marc Kurtenbach, Sarah Kurtenbach, Mia Pettit, Adam Busack, Andres Rivas and Blake Knutson. The team managers are Mariette Kurtenbach and Joan Morse. At the middle level, Parking Lot Puppies took first place and will be going to State. Team members include sixth-graders Liz Arnold, Lauren Moseman, Z e Pettit, Shyla Kumaraskaran and Jess Larson. Ryan and Chrissy Pettit are the team managers. Taking third place, and managed by Pankaj Sarma and Nate Trebilcock, was team Drum Rolls Please. Team members include sixth-graders Nibir Sarma, Joe Lindquist, Riley Pratt, Ronin Das, Sreya Kappagantula and Anna Trebilcock. Three teams place in the challenge News to Me; team Coolwhip and Roses took first place at the middle level. Managed by Cindy McGlasson, team members are eighth-graders Riley McGlasson, Camille Ramos, Chloe Ramos, Julia Camilli, Annabelle Ludwig and Claire Yang. At the secondary level first place (and a trip to state) went to Smells Like Burnt. This high school team includes 10th-graders Isaiah Baker, Sam Bradley, Kevin Bu, Valerie Eliasen, CJ Marshke and Olivia Urbanski. Their team manager is Peggy Baker. Taking third place was team A Mistake’s Been Made, managed by Cindy Bellefeuille. Team members are ninth graders Ava Dufene, Samantha Shnirring, Julia Robinson, Jackie Bellefeuille and Ali Dietz. Two teams placed in the challenge Hold It! and both will be

moving on to state. Taking first place was team Are You Listening? managed by Beth Kreusch and Lisa Casper. Team members include fourth-graders Sophie Stukenborg, Viktoria Schneider, Isabelle Rushdy, Kathryn Kraemer, Kendra Fischer, Carmen Casper and Cecilia Casper. Placing second was team Einstein Thinkers. Team members are Jack Gschwendtner, Ethan Johnson, Ian Stelter and Johnny Hartle. The team manager is Carol Gschwendtner. Destination ImagiNation, the world’s leading creativity, teamwork and problem solving experience for young people from kindergarten through college, serves more than 125,000 students in 50 states and over 30 countries. Teams work together for several months to create their solutions to Team Challenges which can have theatrical, structural, improvisational, scientific or technical focuses. Teams also learn and practice creative quick-thinking skills for the Instant Challenge portion of the program. To learn more, visit www.idodi.org.

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The International School of Minnesota Destination ImagiNation fi fth-grade team is shown here with Team Leader Jennifer Nelson, Charlie Nelson, Rachel Zawacki, Carlos Chavez and Team Leader Gail Chavez.

publicnotices Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State Assumed Name/Certificate Of Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 File Number: Date Filed: February 10, 2012 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required as a consumer protection, in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. 1. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Silver Communications 2. Principal Place of Business: 7536 Carnelian Lane, Eden Prairie, MN 55346 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary: Benjamin Silver – 7536 Carnelian Lane, Eden Prairie, MN 55346 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Signature: Benjamin J. Silver - President Benjamin Silver - Contact Person 952-452-1561 Date: 01/27/2012 (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, March 1 and 8, 2012; No. 3288) Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State Assumed Name/Certificate Of Assumed Name Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 File Number: Date Filed: February 10, 2012 The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required as a consumer protection, in order to enable consumers to be able to identify the true owner of a business. 1. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Smith Guns 2. Principal Place of Business: 8656 Windward Circle, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name, OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address. Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary: John Andrew Smith, LLC – 8656 Windward Circle, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is re-

quired, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Signature: John Andrew Smith - President John Smith - Contact Person 612-293-5115 Date: 01/22/2012 (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, March 8 and 15, 2012; No. 3289) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, March 20, 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. The meeting is televised live on cable channel 16 and rebroadcast on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. and Sundays at 1:00 p.m. The developer is requesting the following actions by the City: • Planned Unit Development Concept Review on 1.17 acres • Planned Unit Development District Review with waivers and Zoning District Amendment in 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 Wednesday prior to the meeting date will be distributed in the Council packets. (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, March 8, 2012; No. 3290) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday March 20, 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 52 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 Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. and Sundays 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 52 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 Wednesday prior to the meeting date will be distributed in the Council packets. (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, March 8, 2012; No. 3291) CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS ON SHADY OAK ROAD (COUNTY ROAD 61) FROM 1000 FEET SOUTH OF THE NORTH JUNCTION OF CITY WEST PARKWAY TO THE SOUTH JUNCTION OF RED CIRCLE DRIVE I.C. 11-5799 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Eden Prairie City Council will meet at the Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road, at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 to consider the making of the following described improvements: Layout approval and Municipal Consent of improvements on Shady Oak Road (County Road 61) from 1000 feet south of the north junction of City West Parkway to the south junction of Red Circle Drive. The proposed final layout can be viewed at the office of the Eden Prairie City Engineer (8080 Mitchell Road) or at www.edenprairie.org. (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, March 8, 2012; No. 3292)

The Public Notice deadline for the Eden Prairie News is at 4 p.m. Thursday for the following week's issue. Faxes are not accepted.

The International School of Minnesota’s Destination ImagiNation teams had a good showing at the Minnesota Southwest Regional Tournament on Feb. 25. The seventh-grade team, Brace for Impact, took first place in the Structure challenge “Hold It.” This complicated challenge requires teams to build an efficient structure made only of wood and glue that holds weight while golf balls are delivered one at a time inside the structure by a team-designed delivery device. At the same time, the team had eight minutes to present an original skit about a character that captivates, holds or delivers something. They outscored their closest competitor by over 100 points. The seventh-graders also received “The Renaissance Award” for outstanding design and engineering of their delivery device. The appraisers called it “wacky and elegant ... a well engineered, effective solution that was fun to watch as well.” The fifth-grade team, The Chiefs, took second place in the Fine Arts challenge “Coming Attractions.” This challenge requires teams to come up with a “Movie Trailer” for an imaginary movie that portrays the interactions of characters from at least two nations. The team had only five minutes to set their scenery and perform their skit that had to include plot highlights, special effects and an original soundtrack. This small, but energetic team had a fast-paced skit that included several scene changes and an outstanding “voice over guy.” Both teams now advance to the Minnesota State Tournament on April 14.

EPS students reach state competition Thirteen Destination ImagiNation teams from Eden Prairie Schools placed in the top three for their level and challenge at the Regional Tournament on Feb. 25 at Maple Grove High School. Of these, seven will advance to compete at the state DI tournament on April 14 in Champlin. Three teams placed in the challenge Assembly Required. Third-graders on team Smarty Pants took third place in the elementary level. Team Manager Ted Armstrong led team members Alex Armstrong, Kiley Vlasak, Ryan Cunningham, Brianna Larson and Kristina Cooke. At the middle level, Flock of Boxin’ Oxen took first place and will be moving on to state. Team members include eighthgraders Joel Benson, Charlie Bradley, Lance Holsten, Benjamin Johnson, Joseph Larabee

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) 975-6980 or edenpr. org/famctr to register. 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. Free Baby Playtime: This play time is available for newborns through 16-month-old infants. 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. March 14. Free Infant Massage: This massage session is available 6-7:15 p.m. March 22, and 1011:15 a.m. March 23. Free Dinner and Baby Storytime: This will take place from 6-7:15 p.m. March 29. 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. Parent Seminar Language and Literacy: Jill Schroeder, early childhood parent educator, will discuss the role parents and caregivers play in laying the foundation for their children to become effective talkers, readers and writers, from 6:30-8 p.m. March 13. The cost is $10 for one person or $15 for two from the same household.

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Students participate in MMEA concert Three Eden Prairie High School orchestra students participated in the Minnesota Music Educators Association All State Orchestra Concert, which took place on Saturday, Feb. 18, at Orchestra Hall in downtown Minneapolis.

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Eden Prairie High School students (left to right) juniors Leanne Zhang and Michelle Miller and senior Mitchell Konkel.

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Aligning with your God essence to manifest your wishes Feeling the need for a little assistance manifesting some of your New Year’s resolutions or other life dreams? Then you’ll likely find Wayne Dyer’s recently released book, “Wishes Fulfilled: Mastering the Art of Manifesting,” to be very helpful. Fortunately, you can learn more about his latest work in his new PBS special, “Wishes Fulfilled,” which airs this Saturday and Sunday, and March 14. (Check your television guide for specific times and channels.) What a great way to enjoy a two-and-a-half-hour spiritual retreat in the comfort of your own home, either alone or with family and/or friends. Many are saying this is some of Dyer’s best work yet. Whatever, he remains one of my favorite spiritual teachers and I highly recommend checking it out. The major premise behind Dyer’s “Wishes Fulfilled” work is the notion that too

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often we are raised to believe that life just happens to us and we need to learn to accept it. Dyer challenges such thinking, quoting from the Bible to shed light on his beliefs: “Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God.” Philippians 2:5-6. Too often, Dyer maintains, we are led to believe that God exists outside of us and wields power over us, rather

than through us. He explains how the Christ essence is within each of us and constitutes our highest self: “Your higher self is a piece of an all-loving, all-embracing creative source. All you need do is accept that this is not something external to yourself. It resides within you (the kingdom of heaven is within) — in fact, it is you — and all you need do is begin to align yourself with this divine essence, begin to act like it acts and think like it thinks, and you will begin the process of manifesting just as it does.” With this tenet in mind, literally, Dyer encourages us to realize our imagination for the profound and powerful gift it is, and to hold it in reverence. He asks that we cultivate it as a “private sacred inner space,” sheltered from those doubting or interfering with our abilities or dreams. As we learn to align with the divine, he points

out how we are retraining our subconscious, opening our lives to wondrous new possibilities, even miracles. He reminds us that, “With God, all things are possible.” Dyer illustrates the many ways and times this has been true in his life, as well as in others’. He shares the remarkable story of Anita Moorjani and her miraculous healing following a near death experience. Dyer tells of his own healing experience with his diagnosis of chronic lymphocytic leukemia. He also draws on the teachings of other spiritual leaders and researchers to substantiate the truths underlying this way of being. In “Wishes Fulfilled,” Dyer identifies five foundations to facilitate learning to align with the divine more fully. He suggests affirmations to help internalize the belief in our divine being, and the importance of surrounding ourselves with reminders

that encourage us to stop periodically and reflect on whether we are living through our highest good. A major part of this is not just identifying the wishes to be fulfilled, but consciously working at visualizing them fulfilled and what that feels like. The more real the wishes become in your mind, the easier it becomes for them to manifest through the Divine within you. Dyer explains it was the words of Neville Goddard in ‘The Power of Awareness’ (1944),which inspired his writing of this book: “ Make your future dream a present fact, by assuming the feeling of the wish fulfilled.” One of Dyer’s 5 foundations is making 5 minutes before bed each night to implement this practice with an identified wish. Dyer also draws on the “’I Am’ Discourses,” by Ascended Master Saint Germain, which explain the power of using “I am” in affirmations, based on

the name of God from the Old Testament translated from Hebrew as “I am that I am.” Dyer stresses the importance of prefacing wishes with “I am,” such as I am healthy, I am sober, I am content, as a way of further connecting with the divine. As one interested in the growing mind/body/ spirit research emerging, coming upon Dyer’s work is a treasure of valuable insights. Another reminder that we are capable of being so much more than the limits we sometimes place upon ourselves. The vast potential that is out there for us to explore and be is truly aweinspiring. So blessings to us all as we visualize and feel our dreams, then give thanks as they manifest in our lives. Spiritual writer Lauren Carlson-Vohs shares this space with Dr. Bernard E. Johnson, Beryl Schewe and the Revs. Rod Anderson and Timothy A. Johnson. “Spiritually Speaking” appears weekly.

RELIGION NEWS

Victory Lutheran sets Lenten Services Lenten services are from 7-7:45 p.m. Wednesdays at Victory Lutheran, 16200 Berger Drive in Eden Prairie. The title of this year’s message series is “Salvation at The Skull,” with scriptures referencing Luke 23:32-49. “Along with Pastor Prigge, you can examine the stark contrast between the gruesome setting of the death of Jesus, and the beauty of the salvation He earned by that death,” according to a news release. Message titles are “No Fair” on March 14, “Paradise” on March 21, “Salvation at the Skull” on March 28. A light meal is served before each Wednesday service beginning at 6 p.m. All are welcome. Info: www.victorylcms.org.

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Worship Directory Dynamic and relevant messages N Inspiring music—traditional and contemporary N Active children’s, youth and adult ministry programs N

Eden Prairie/Chanhassen Young Life will have club, “an organized party” for ninthto 12th-grade students, from 7-8:30 p.m. March 12 at The Moquists’, 18696 Overland Trail, Eden Prairie. Info: Theresa Dolezal at (612) 226-6527, ephsyounglife@gmail.com or www. edenprairie.younglife.org.

The Hunger Initiative, the eight-site, 11-church cooperative effort to pack 1 million meals on Feb. 2 5 for those starving in the Horn of Africa was an outstanding success. The results are in — 1,149,969 meals were packed across all eight sites and will be sent to those in desperate need of food and nourishment at the Dadaab Refugee Camp in Kenya. This was a cooperative effort in every way. In addition to the 11 churches working together, Feed My Starving Children, Impact Lives and Kids Against Hunger teamed together for the first time to achieve the ambitious goal of packing 1 million meals in one day — a goal that was exceeded by more than 10 percent. For more information on the Hunger Initiative, contact Kathy Emerson at (952) 944.6300 or email kathy.emerson@wooddale.org.

‘Rooting Youth in the Spirit’ Prairie Lutheran Church is hosting a series of Sunday Spotlight Speakers, with the next event at 10 a.m. Sunday, March 11, between worship services. A presentation by Professor Jeremy Myers from Augsburg College is titled “Rooting Youth in the Spirit.” “Myers, a professor of Youth and Family Ministry, will cover the importance of and how we can raise our youth deeply rooted in the faith. Bring your questions and enjoy open conversation and refreshments with others. There is no cost to attend,” according to a news release. Prairie Lutheran Church is at 11000 Blossom Road, Eden Prairie. Info: prairielutheran. org or (952) 829-0525.

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United Methodist Church “Open hearts – Open minds – Open doors”

Sunday Worship 9:00 &10:30 AM (nursery care provided)

Web: atgrace.com Phone: 952-926-1884 At southeast corner of Eden Prairie Road and Pioneer Trail in Eden Prairie

Children’s programming at 9:30 and 11:00

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at St. Andrew Saturday 5:00 pm Pastoral Team Sunday 9:00 am and 10:30 am Alan Loose Sunday 6:00 pm LiveWire Tasha Genck Morton Roger Schindel

Hunger Initiative exceeds goal

Just South of U.S. 212 on Eden Prairie Road

Pastor Dan Schneider-Bryan

Sunday Morning Services: 8:00 • 9:30 • 11:00

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13600 Technology Drive

(Along State Hwy. 5/212 one mile west of 494)

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15050 Scenic Heights Road Eden Prairie 952-937-8781

952-934-0956 Sunday worship 9:00 AM Chris an Educa on for all ages – 10:15 AM

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Immanuel Lutheran Church

SUNDAY 8:00 & 10:00 a.m. WEDNESDAY 6:00 p.m. “Come grow with us in Christ”

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6716 Gleason Road, Edina • (952) 941-3065

Worship: Saturday 5:00pm, Sunday 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00am Sunday School: 9:30 & 11:00am

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Eden PraIrIe PresbyterIan Church

Wednesday Lenten Services (2.29-3.28) Come to the Table 6:15 pm Interactive Worship 7:30 pm Holden Prayer

JJoin oin us for a relevant message & inspiring music Sunday Worship 9:00 am & 11:00 am 952 952--829 829--0525 www.prairielutheran.org

Of¿ce: 934-0811 6500 Baker Road • Eden Prairie, MN 55346

Sunday Services

Bible Classes - 9:30 a.m. Worship Service - 10:45 a.m. Evening Service - 6:00 p.m.

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Join us this Sunday! Worship Service: 10:15 am Sunday School: 9:00 am

Wednesday AWANA Clubs - 6:30 p.m. Youth Bible Study - 6:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study - 6:45 p.m.

9145 Eden Prairie Road · Eden Prairie, MN Located at NE corner of Pioneer Tr. & EP Rd.

Child Care Provided in All Services

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Pax Christi Catholic Community 12100 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie Father Patrick Kennedy, Pastor

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Building Friendships, Building Families, Building Faith

Weekend Masses Saturday Sunday

5:00PM 9:00AM, 11:00AM, 5:00PM

Weekday Masses Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

8:30AM 8:30AM 6:00PM 6:45AM 8:30AM

Prairie Hill Evangelical Free Church

Youth Group 6 pm Young Adults 7:30 pm

Dr. Jerry Erickson, Pastor

Call Kathy 952-345-3003

Visit our website for more groups and events! www.phefc.org 103288

952-937-9593 17200 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie

All are Welcome!

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Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Treasure Seekers and Sunday School Classes for all ages: 9:15 am Wednesdays: Family Meal at 5:30 pm, Awana at 6:30 pm

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BUSINESS NEWS

Chamber seeks Golden Apple nominees The Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce announces that the nomination forms for the Golden Apple Awards are now available. The chamber will be awarding individuals/ businesses the following: Outstanding Contributions by a Business to the Quality of Education, Outstanding Project and Individual Achievement/ Service Award. Nomination forms are due no later than 4 p.m. Friday, March 30. Nomination forms, eligibility and more information can be found at http://epchamber. org/News.asp?docID=264.

PROP receives donation from Eaton PROP recently received a $20,000 donation from Eaton Corp. The Community Action Team at the Eaton Hydraulics headquarters in Eden Prairie recommended PROP for an Eaton corporate charitable contribution in support of their ongoing efforts in the local area. Eaton has been a longtime supporter of PROP with many generous financial g rants.

NEWS BRIEFS Several Eaton staff members are actively involved as PROP volunteers. Todd McIntyre serves as a Board Member and Treasurer, Jennifer Huffman coordinates the Fare for All program, Sharon Peterson, retired Eaton employee, served on the PROP Board and Souper Bowl Committee. PROP is at 1470 0 Martin Drive in Eden Prairie. It provides food and support to families in need in Eden Prairie. Visit the website www.propfood.org for more information.

Vanella Group opens The Vanella Group of Minnesota, a facility and event management company, has opened in Eden Prairie under the leadership of Vince Vanella. The Vanella Group (TVG) provides proactive facility and event management services in Minnesota. “Building owners, property managers, event coordinators and facilities professionals rely on TVG to operate and maintain commercial/ corporate properties, schools, medical facilities, churches, multi-housing complexes and special events,” according to a news release. Info: www. vanellagroupmn.com or (612) 367-6879.

PROP needs of the week March is Minnesota FoodShare. Every pound of food and cash donation that comes to PROP during the month of March is part of a matched pool of funds. The more PROP receives, the more matching funds it qualifies for from GMCC. In addition, PROP participates in the Feinstein Foundation Challenge. The more food and cash donations received in March and April, the more funds PROP qualifies for. PROP relies on these campaigns to help stock up shelves. Consider a food drive or cash donation. Online donations can be made at www.propfood.org. PROP is most in need of canned fruit, peanut butter/ jelly, fruit juice, canned meat, crackers and snack bars. Also need are toiletry items, especially bar soap. Your cash donations enable PROP to use its buying power for food, supplies and financial support for clients. Your food donations keep shelves stocked. The group appreciates the support and invites you to volunteer and use your creativity to create a PROP-themed event. If you need services or support from PROP, visit its website at www.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.

PROP Shop needs of the week

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PROP Board members were invited to Eaton to receive the check. PROP Board members pictured (left to right) are Terry Hutchins, Judy Kammer, Todd McIntyre, PROP Executive Director Anne Harnack, Cindy Evert and Maureen Grazzini.

The PROP Shop client room requests donations of women’s underwear, especially in larger sizes. 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 clot hi ng, housewa res and furniture to referred families and individuals in need.

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School plays start on March 22 “Once Upon a Wolf ” and “Once Upon A Mattress” will be presented by the junior high students of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic School starting Thursday, March 22. Once Upon a Wolf, a fast and furious collection of fractured fairy tales, tells the story of what happens when the Big Bad Wolf decides he doesn’t want to be big or bad anymore. Once Upon a Mattress, based on the fairy tale The Princess and the Pea, takes us to an unhappy kingdom where the queen has decreed that no one may wed until the Prince is married to a true princess. Shows are scheduled for 7 p.m. March 22-24 and 2 p.m. March 25. All performances will be at the school, 13505 Excelsior Blvd., Minnetonka. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students under 18. Tickets: (952) 443-2498.

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

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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@mnliteracy.org, call Allison at (651) 251-9110 or visit mnliteracy.org/volunteers/opportunities/adults.

Benilde-St. Margaret’s oﬀers summer camps B en i lde - S t . M a r g a r et ’s School is offering 18 summer camps this year. In addition to numerous sports camps, other camps are being offered to students wanting to focus on service, science or the arts. More information about BSM summer camps can be found at www.BSMschool.org/ camps. Benilde-St. Margaret’s is a Catholic, coeducational school, serving students in grades seven to 12.

Registration open for community ed The spring/summer Community Education catalog has been delivered to every home and business in Eden Prairie and registration is open for a variety of new lifelong learning opportunities. Try a new fitness class like Zumba Toning, learn about new technology like Windows 7 and Microsoft Office 2010, or sign up to learn a new language. Take up dancing, yoga, or check out one of many new classes. For more information, visit the Eden Prairie School District Community Education website at www.epcommunityed.org or call (952) 975-6940.

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University of Minnesota K ristina Grace K rautbauer of Eden Prairie has been named to the fall 2011 dean’s list at the University of Minnesota. Students on the dean’s list have achieved a 3.666 GPA or higher.

University of Notre Dame Elise Garton of Eden Prairie has been named to the dean’s list at the University of Notre Dame’s College of Arts and Letters for outstanding scholarship during the fall 2011 semester.

Luther College The following students from Eden Prairie made the 2011 fall semester dean’s list at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa: Freshman Jacob Ulrich; Freshman Alison Vuolo and Junior Taylor Van Clay.

Bemidji State The following students from Eden Prairie made the fall semester dean’s list at Bemidji State University: Andrew Benson, Miles Campbell, Ellen Carlson, K aylee Damasin, Rachel Lindgren, Derek Mostad, Brandon Nelson, Sean Nonhof and Chelsea Norton.

Olivet Nazarene University Eden Prairie Resident Linnea Or ne has been named to the dean’s list at Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, Ill., for the fall 2011 semester. Full-time students must have a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale to make the dean’s list.

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fax 952-447-1211

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HEATING/AIR COND Heating, plumbing, remodel and repair, and replacement, new construction. 952-492-2440

Quality Remodeling and Home Repairs A Minnesota Greenstar Qualified contractor

References, Lic & Ins Mn Lic. 20632058 Kevin Hayes

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Father/ son plumbing company. Licensed, bonded, insured. Working for you! R&D Plumbing952-237-0115

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EMPLOYMENT Full-Time 26 y/o manufacturing company expansion. Work from home. PT/FT. 952-470-5319 ASSOCIATE TRAINEE Real Estate Career Excellent Potential Fast Growth

Coldwell Banker Burnet Eden Prairie Irene: 952-949-4759 Rolland: 952-949-4724 EOE

COMMISSARY PREP SUPERVISOR Emma Krumbee's General Store - Belle Plaine. D/N/W. Submit qualifications:info@ emmakrumbees.com

Cole's Salon is looking for outgoing First Impression Team members! These stars will be the first point of contact with our guests, along with answering phones, trouble shooting, and educating guests on our products and services. This is a fast pace and fun environment! Positions open in: Burnsville: 952-435-8585 Cedar Cliff, Eagan: 651-454-1390 Apple Valley: 952-891-4112 Savage: 952-226-5310 FT and PT shifts available evenings 3pm to 10pm and Saturdays.

Shakopee: 952-445-7167

Full-Time

Auburn Homes & Services in Chaska is currently hiring. Care Attendants NAR's Visit our website at www.auburnhomes.org to learn more about these and other opportunities. EOE/AAP

Laborer To work for bituminous road crew. Knowledge of luting. Skidsteer experience needed GMH Asphalt Corp Call between 9am & 2pm: 952-442-5288

Human Resources Savage, MN Road Machinery & Supplies Co. has an immediate opening for a human resources position. Duties include processing payroll through ADP, conducting safety meetings, insurance reporting, and filing federal returns. Requirements: ADP experience, proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, MSHA experience. Send resume to William Holte, 5633 W. Hwy. 13 Savage, MN 55378, or wtholte@rmseq.com Human Resources JORDAN TRANSFORMER, LLC

Controls Engineer 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

Plastic Injection Molding Operator 2 Positions Starkey Hearing Technologies is a recognized world leader in providing the highest quality hearing technology available. If you're interested in working for a company that is dedicated to improving our customers' quality of life, consider the opportunity our team presents at our facility in Glencoe, MN. These positions are responsible for the production of plastic molded parts. Looking to fill one position on 1st shift, Monday-Friday 6:30 am-3:00 pm and 2nd shift Monday-Thursday 3:00 pm-1:30 am. Qualified candidate should, be able to demonstrate the use of hand held tweezers in the manipulation of small metal inserts and plastic parts. Experience in plastic molded part manufacturing setting desired. High school diploma required or equivalent. You'll enjoy a full benefit package: Exceptional medical/dental/prescription coverage 401 (k), ESOP & life insurance Short term disability Vacation & paid holidays To view details and apply on-line go to: www.starkey.com Careers

Marketing Specialist Auburn Homes & Services is expanding! We are currently hiring a marketing specialist for the Chaska/Waconia Area. Please see our website at: www.auburnhomes.org for details. EOE/AAP Sandwich Artist position available, FT/PT. Subway, 1510 Commerical Ave, Victoria. Call or apply in person. 612-7493456

BIFFS, INC.: Men & Women Drivers needed to Clean, Deliver, Pickup portable restrooms. Not just a job; a career. Must have CDL. FT/OT. Local Routes. Full benefits package. Locally Owned & Operated. EOE/AA Employer & DOT Compliant. Application REQUIRED, not just a resume: 8610 Hansen Ave., Shakopee or online: www.biffsinc.com

Mechanic Ditch Witch of Minnesota is seeking experienced technician with formal hydraulics and electrical system training. Computer skills are a plus. Benefits include: Medical, dental, 401K, disability & uniforms. Fax resume to: 952-445-0035 or mail to: 12826 Emery Way, Shakopee, MN 55379. No phone calls please.

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

JORDAN TRANSFORMER, LLC Substation Transformer Repair/Remanufacturing since 1973, now hiring the following position:

CONTROLS ELECTRICIAN Inquiries must have an electrical background in circuitry, switches and relays, wiring control power panels, able to understand schematics, volt and ohm meters, blueprints as well as experience with conduit running. Jordan Transformer offers a clean and safe work environment with competitive wages, 401K plan and medical package. Inquiries send complete resume with wage expectations to: Jordan Transformer, LLC Attn: Human Resource Dept. 1000 Syndicate St. Jordan, MN 55352 or Email: hr@jordantransformer.com

Credit Analyst Community Bank Corporation is seeking a qualified individual to join our Commercial Credit Team. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of credit underwriting, with credit analysis and loan administration experience, a Bachelor's degree, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. We offer an exceptional compensation/ benefits program for the ideal candidate. Please forward your resume, including salary requirements to: Nancy Aune Community Bank Corp. 455 Pond Promenade, Chanhassen, MN 55317 naune@cbchanhassen.com or fax: 952-227-2424

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Utility Locator Twin City Metro Area Multiple positions available. Must have 3-5 year locating experience. Valid driver's license and clean driving record. Please send resumes to

Jordan Elementary School is looking for a Special Education substitute teacher from May 15 to the end of the school year. Please send application, letter of interest and credentials to Scott Hare, Special Education Director, 500 Sunset Drive, Jordan, MN 55352 952-4924230. Position open until filled.

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A New Career Carver County office: Are you fun and outgoing? Take the real estate style test and find out if a real estate career is right for you.

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Wyn Ray 952-556-1750

Part-Time Customer Service/Sales Part time; Retail Mall; $12 per hr. plus incentives; Send email to dennis.aesi@yahoo.com to receive job application. Experienced, licensed, commercial lines CSR needed for mid-sized independent agency. SW suburbs. Please email resume: lynda@caminnesota.com

or fax 952-448-3304. Garden Center Merchandiser, Floral Plant Growers is looking for a seasonal (April-June) merchandiser to work in Chaska or Eden Prairie Garden Center. Send resume to; mnjob@natbeauty.com Jordan Elementary School is looking for a long term substitute Special Education Teacher. Position is for approximately 5 weeks. Need to hire as soon as possible. Please send application, letter of interest and credentials to Scott Hare, Special Education Director, 500 Sunset Drive, Jordan, MN 55352 952-492-4320

Customer Service Representative City of Chaska is accepting applications for a part-time (25 hrs/wk) Customer Service Representative working Monday through Friday at City Hall. Duties include phone reception, public reception, cashier tasks, public information inquiries, accounting support, clerical support, and data entry. Minimum qualifications include one-year accounting experience and clerical experience with excellent keyboard and 10-key skills. Experience using Microsoft Excel and Word desired. Starting pay range is $15.69 to $18.03 per hour DOQ. Required application available at www.chaskamn.com or at Chaska City Hall. Completed applications must be received at City Hall, by 4:00 p.m., Thursday, March 15, 2012. EOE.

Starting wage $13.25 per hour DOE No DUI's, must have Class D license at least 3 years And be 21 years of age Positive Connections 460 N Hickory Street Chaska, MN 55318 952-361-0899

Nurse Opening, Food Service Positions Available. Burnsville Eagan Savage School District. Visit www.isd191.org to apply Personal care working with adults with developmental disabilities every other weekend. Sat. 7am-3pm, Sun. 7am2pm 952-445-1680 PT help needed. Bartender/ Server. Nights and weekend mornings. Experience preferred. PT short order cook needed for weekend mornings, experienced. Call Laura 952448-2289 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

Seasonal Positions

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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

Travelodge Shakopee. PT Front Desk summer position. Customer service experience, open availability, and some computer skills a plus. Apply in person. No phone calls please.

Sales Positions TELEPHONE SALEScalling business owners nationwide from our Jordan office. Leads furnished. 9am-4pm. Earn up to $1200/ week. Call Vern Schwartz, 612810-8097

Seasonal Positions

Looking for a summer job? The City of Shakopee's Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting applications for a variety of summer positions. For more information, visit www.ci.shakopee.mn.us/employment.cfm

or call (952) 233-9320

GROUP HOME OPENINGS Reap the rewards of assisting adults learn new skills by assisting with personal cares, chores, hobbies, meal time routines and community activities. The folks who live here have a wide variety of needs, interests, skills and a developmental disability. Part Time Direct Service: Work as little or work a lot, but work a minimum of four shifts/month. Current openings: Weekday shifts 7am-9am and 3pm-9pm and weekend shifts that are 3-8 hrs long. See our website for a full list of openings! Students 18+ are welcome to contact us about summer work. Apply on-line at CommunityLivingHomes.com

Community Living Inc, 952-443-2048.

Scott County Social Work Case Manager Family Group Decision-Making

Flexible Hours FT/PT 10 Flower Mart locations No experience necessary Please call Carol: 952-474-6669 between 8am-4:30pm to apply Great Gardens by Grandma subsidiary of Holasek Greenhouses

2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR No experience Necessary will train

St. Gertrude's Health and Rehabilitation Center has an opening for the following position: RN Supervisor .7 nights Please complete application online at

City of Chaska, Minnesota

30 hrs per week; some evening and weekend hrs required

Great Employee Discounts! ~Flower Mart ATTENDANTS~

NOW HIRING SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

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In this position you'll perform professional social work case management by coordinating and facilitating Family Group Decision-Making Conferences with the goal of developing realistic plans that address the safety, well-being, and permanency needs of children. MQs - Requires equivalency of a bachelor's degree in a human service related field and two years of professional social work experience working directly with clients. Strong preference for experience with family group decision making conferences. Master's degree and bilingual abilities are desirable. Valid driver's license is required. Hiring Range - $24.69/hr. to $29.05/hr. - DOQ. Closing 03/16/12. Obtain application from Scott County Employee Relations at (952) 496-8890 or online at www.co.scott.mn.us. EOE TTY/TDD: (952) 496-8170 Let's Work Together.

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Boats/Motors TRANSPORTATION

March 8, 2012 | B9

Campers Travel Trailers

Motorcycles

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

1994 Harley Heritage Softtail, 26300k, all service records avail, extra set of pipes. $7500. Call Mike @ 612-309-6737

2005 Kawasaki 1600 Vulcan Classic with Vance & Hines pipes. New tires. 10,895 miles. Mint condition. $5900 Call (952) 934-7358

2000 Harley Davidson 883 Sportster, wife's bike, never rode, must go. 1300 miles, Lots, lots of extras, mint! $7000. 952-890-0905

Honda style 2007 JMST 250cc Scooter. 1329 miles, original owner, 80 mpg, 4 stroke 2 passenger, $2900.00, call Ray 952-402-9110

Boats/Motors

1998 Bayliner Capri Fish & Ski boat, 19 ft. 135HP. Inboard, stored inside. Excellent condition $6900. 952-4126417

2002 Larson 19' FishNSki, SEI 190, 135 HP Outboard, stored indoors. $11,900. or BO, NADA guide suggested $10,500.00, Jon 612730-8116

Hydro Stream Vegas. 20'. 200 HP+++. Complete restoration. 5 passenger. A real head turner! $6,900 or all trades welcome. 952215-5421

Campers Travel Trailers

1991 Fleetwood Southwind Motorhome, Class A, 33ft. Only 38k miles! Smooth runner, fully loaded, sleeps 6, hydraulic leveler, $10,500, 612-669-4172

2004 41' SportsCoach Elite. Fully equipped. 23,000K. Well-maintained. 3 slides. $100,000. 952-797-6264

Sporting Goods

2006 Crestliner Lsi Angler 2285. Lots of extras. 60 HP Mercury 4 stroke and dual axle trailer. 763-360-6251

1998 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 36' motorhome, great condition, sleeps 6, 60,000 miles, $31,900 or best offer. Call Gary at 952492-1129.

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living in ep Did you know? The beginning of National Women’s History Month can be traced back in time to March 8, 1875. On this day, harsh conditions in New York City factories finally pushed women workers to protest, starting a tradition of protests that would continue until 1909, when International Women’s Day was enacted.

Shelby Schnell, 3, portrayed one of the “101 Dalmations.” Eden Prairie Figure Skating Club members lined up for picture day Sunday.

Danielle Lassman, 10, was part of the “Tangled” number. This year’s ice show features “heroes and heroines, villains and villainesses.”

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In 1981, National Women’s History Week was officially established to celebrate women’s accomplishments in overcoming the inequality of the past, and the ongoing contributions of women to society, family and the world. Schools across America began to celebrate and only six years later, the week was expanded to a month, with every state promoting celebrations all across the country. Since then, the month has expanded to a worldwide event, focusing on women’s impact in history. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Congress has passed a resolution for every Women’s History Month since 1987, and the month serves as a continuous reminder for people to celebrate equality of humankind across the globe. Source: U.S. Census Bureau

This date in EP history March 4, 1858 — The population of Eden Prairie in 1857 was 307. Source: “Eden Prairie Book of Days” by Ernie Shuldheiss

Katie, 7, and Anna, 6, Nykanen were dressed up for the “Tangled” and “101 Dalmations” skates.

On-Ice Fantasy Club’s 30th annual show features heroes, villains The more than 135 Eden Prairie Figure Skating Club members lined up at the Eden Prairie Community Center Sunday for photos. “The three of us are kitchen supplies!” said Maya Evansriera, who was in costume for the “Be Our Guest” number from “Beauty and the Beast.” The EPFSC’s 30th annual ice show will feature heroes and villains from beloved stories like “Beauty and the Beast,” “Aladdin,” “101 Dalmations,” “Cinderella,” “Tangled” (the Rapunzel story) and even Broadway’s “Wicked,” according to a news release. “This year’s ice show embodies the spirit of ice skating with lots of drama, technique musicality and fun — a perfect combination to celebrate our 30th anniversary and entertain our community who have enjoyed our shows over the years,” said EPFSC Ice Show Director Beth Nilsson, in the news release. Soloists include graduating seniors Lindsay Karner and Allison Steen, Eden Prairie High School (EPHS); Erin Hannan, Minnetonka High School; and Anna Cron and Maddy Kennedy, Beni lde St. Margaret’s Senior High School, St. Louis Park. EPHS g r adu at i n g s en ior E m i ly Williams will also perform with fellow club members. Other soloists include EPHS

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Meg Madson in 1979.

Turn back the page The March 22, 1979, issue of the Eden Prairie News reported that Eden Prairie had its first female clergy member. Rev. Meg Madson replaced Rev. James Barth as the new assistant pastor at Immanuel Lutheran Church. She had decided she wanted to be a pastor after an internship at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and had applied for the job in Eden Prairie. Her job would be to teach confirmation, deliver a Sunday sermon once a month and work with new members.

If you go What: Heroes and Villians: An On-Ice Fantasy When: 7 p.m. March 23, 5 p.m. March 24 and 2 p.m. March 25 Where: Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road Cost: $8 for adults, $5 for youth Info: (952) 949-8470 or edenprairiefsc.org

sophomore Lauren Muench, Eden Prairie’s Central Middle School student Kristina Briant, and Chaska Middle School West student Hailey Kauls. T his yea r’s fat her-a nddaughter ice dance features “brave warriors and their proud damsels from ‘Tangled.’” “Olivia Oltmanns and Joshua Santillan take to the ice in a musical number from Aladdin.” Three-time Minnesota State Champion and National Champion first alternate, Garrett Kling, portrays Hercules, James Bond and “Chicago”’s Billy Flynn. The show is from March 23 to 24 at the Eden Prairie Community Center. For information, visit www.edenprairiefsc.org or call (952) 949-8470. — Karla Wennerstrom

However, the road had not always been easy. She was one of 7 women alongside 123 men at Luther Theological Seminary in St. Paul and was apprehensive about how churches would respond to hiring a female pastor. “Some churches would probably hesitate to interview a woman as pastor.” But this was not the case at Immanuel Lutheran. She described the congregation as an “open, diverse group. There’s a realization that we have differences as individuals but that these differences enrich us.” Freestyle skaters in line for their picture were Anna Check, 11, Jenny Meyer, 10, Erin Farrell, 10 and Natalie Nichols, 10.

Although this was a milestone, Madson never wanted people to make a big deal out of it. “It’s no different than being a man,” she said. “Women can contribute a lot to Christian ministry.” She also said that she hoped she could maintain a personal style of ministry and help people find a meaningful community. Source: Eden Prairie News archives

Dates to remember Polar Bear Plunge — Noon Saturday, March 10, Round Lake Troop 342 Pancake Breakfast — 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 11, Eden Prairie High School Writer’s Festival and Book Fair — 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 24, Bloomington Theatre and Art Center Family Bingo Night — 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 30, Eden Prairie Community Center. Amelia Thoreson, 12, Libby Isaacson, 12, Colette Danielski, 12 and Amanda Kenn, 12, were devils in red dresses from “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” number.

Foundation Ball — 6 p.m. April 14, Minnetonka Marriott Southwest Paige and Maya Evansriera and Tenley Rutledge were in costume for the “Be Our Guest” number from “Beauty and the Beast.”

For more information, see the Let’s Go! Calendar.