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EAGLES FLIGHT LIGHTS UP THE NIGHT
Enrollment has declined by almost 150 more than what district anticipated
PHOTO BY LEAH SHAFFER
The Eden Prairie Eagles Marching Band perform an exhibition of “An Eagles Flight” at the Prairie Colors Marching Band Festival Saturday night. The University of Minnesota Marching Band closed the evening in celebration of the Prairie Colors Festival’s 20th year. EPHS alumni who are members of the University of Minnesota Marching Band were recognized at the event. See Eagle News on page 7 for more photos.
EPHS District enrollment 2005-06
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BY LEAH SHAFFER lshaffer@swpub.com
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It appears the boundary change has had an impact in the number of families staying with Eden Prairie Schools. The district’s enrollment has declined by 147 students more than anticipated this year. The district had anticipated a decline of approximately 160 students at the start of this year because of attrition (larger graduating classes versus smaller incoming kindergarten classes). However, as of October, enrollment has gone down by 306 students compared to last year. A total of 9,301 students are enrolled in Eden Prairie Schools this fall. During Tuesday’s School Board meeting, Board Member
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John Estall asked district staff how they can begin to bring some of the kids back. In response, Educational Services Director Stephen West noted that the district needs to focus on what it does well. “Let’s talk about the excellence in this district,” he said. During the presentation to the Board, Chief Operating
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Ready for roundabouts? Four roundabouts scheduled to open this winter near 169/494 interchange BY LEAH SHAFFER lshaffer@swpub.com
Roundabouts are becoming more common in the metro, but the 169/494 interchange project takes it to a new level. Six roundabouts along the frontage roads of the interchange will be installed when the project interchange is reconstructed at the end of 2012. Four of those roundabouts will be open by early this December, according to TK Kramascz, a MnDOT spokesperson. By December, two roundabouts will be open on both sides of the new Washington Avenue bridge spanning Interstate 494. A third roundabout will be open south of 494 on Marth Road and the fourth one will be open on the frontage road of West 78th Street in Edina. “Those will be open toward the end of November, early December as we wrap up the construction season,” said Kramascz. MnDOT has been putting out a blitz of information to prepare motorists for roundabouts. A ny project kiosk (including one stationed at the Eden Prairie Center mall) usually includes a large model of a roundabout and toy cars for visitors to study. Additionally, MnDOT is hosting a Roundabout World Café & Open House this Saturday at Braemar Golf Course
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Courtesy of mndot.gov, citing the Minnesota Driver’s Manual Chapter, Chapter 3, page 26.
Test your roundabout skill with a golf cart What: Roundabout World Café & Open House – Information and activities including a “golf cart ready” roundabout will be available to attendees. When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 Where: Braemar Golf Course, 6364 John Harris Drive, Edina Info: Call 1 (877) 563-4768 or visit www.dot.state.mn.us/ metro/projects/169 that includes a “golf cart ready” roundabout to try out.
WHY ROUNDABOUTS? The fi nal two roundabouts are scheduled to be completed in 2012 with the rest of the interchange project. The new interchange at Interstate 494
and Highway 169 will include four new flyover bridges to replace the cloverleaf exits; six roundabouts to help direct the flow of traffic on the frontage rounds; and most notably, a signal free Highway 169. Project planners originally looked at adding signalized intersections on the frontage
roads, but the number of intersections would create a problem in timing the red lights. Traffic volume analysis also showed that the intersections along the frontage roads didn’t warrant traffic signals. Using a mix of intersection control devices wasn’t an option either because that can lead to traffic back-ups. That left the roundabout option. According to the MnDOT website, roundabouts lead to safer intersections. According to MnDOT, “a study by the National Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that intersections converted to roundabouts show a 39 percent decrease in all crashes and an 89 percent decrease in fatal crashes. Pedestrians are also safer in roundabouts because traffic is moving more slowly.” Additionally, “Roundabouts can handle high levels of traffic with less delay than most stop signs or signals. The tight curves slow traffic so entering and exiting are easier and more efficient,” according to the site.
ONGOING DETOURS As construction is wrapped up for the season, drivers will continue to face significant detours around the interchange. According to MnDOT, Washington Avenue will be closed at Viking Drive until late October for roundabout construction. Detours will direct
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A memorial for the state’s fallen firefighters Local firefighters work to raise funds to move memorial to a more fitting location BY KARLA WENNERSTROM editor@edenprairienews.com
In Minnesota, 193 fi refighters have died in the line of duty. Minnesota’s firefighters are raising funds to move a memorial to those 193 out of the baggage claim at the MinneapolisSt. Paul International Airport and to a more fitting location, the State Capitol. Eden Prairie Fire Chief George Esbensen is president of the Minnesota Fire Service Foundation, the group leading the charge to move the memorial. Esbensen said a statue was commissioned in the 1980’s with Minneapolis fi refi ghter
How to help The Fire Service Foundation is hoping to raise $600,000 by Dec. 31, 2011. Donations to the Minnesota State Firefighter Memorial fundraising effort can be sent to: Minnesota Fire Service Foundation c/o Flagship Bank, 7525 Office Ridge Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-3644. Online contributions can be made at: mnfireservicefoundation. org. Contributions are tax deductible. You can also find more information on Facebook: Facebook.com/ MinnesotaFireService Foundation. Jef f Bar tholomew and his daughter serving as models. The statue was dedicated
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A ghostly walk through history – with a slice of pie on the side When: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14, and Saturday, Oct. 15
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A little bit of spooky décor was featured at last year’s event, but the atmosphere is not too scary, pointed out Historical Society Member Valerie Ross. to a news release. “They will come to life at the old homestead on two October evenings. You’ll be amazed at the stories they have to tell.” And – Baker’s Square will be providing pie. Characters this year will come from the 1860 to 1890 time period. You’ll meet J.R. Cummins, his wife Martha Cl a rke C u m m i n s, te acher Martha Paine, student Ezra
Paine, Horace Goodrich, a hired hand and Mary Jane Hill Anderson. Martha Paine was the fi rst teacher at Eden Prairie’s Anderson Schoolhouse. To RSVP, visit edenprairiehistory.org, email cumminshse@edenprairiehistory.org or call (612) 910-2850. If you RSVP before the event, you’ll receive a $5 gift certificate donated by Baker’s Square.
Candidate forum planned Oct. 13 The League of Women Voters is planning an Eden Prairie School Board candidate forum from 7-9 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, at Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road. Info: minncat@ gmail.com. The forum is free and open to the public. Candidates for the School Board of District 272 will participate in a public forum, according to a news release. “This forum is free and open to the public and is sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Minnetonka, Eden Prairie and Hopkins. ” Eight candidates are vying
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Eden Prairie paid $380,000 in property taxes. Several years ago Walmart was considering building a store in Carver. A Chanhassen location would be the westernmost location in the Twin Cities. “A lot of people from western Carver County go all the way to Eden Prairie to shop at Walmart,” McDonald said. McDonald said one of his primary concerns is making sure existing businesses in downtown Chanhassen aren’t hurt by a Walmart. He said, however, that a Walmart store would create several hundred jobs and bring customers into the community. “They’re going to spend money here,” he said.
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for four positions on the board. They are incumbents John Estall, Holly Parker and Kim Ross and candidates Karla Bratrud, David Espe, Tim Fox, Derek Gunderson and Bill Lapadat.
Be ‘Roundabout Ready’ A “Roundabout World Café & Open House” is set for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, to offer more information about using roundabouts. Information and activities including a “golf cart ready” roundabout will be available to attendees, according to a news release. There will be six new roundab out s on f r ont a g e r o ad s around the new Highway 169/I494 interchange. The event will be at Braemar Golf Course, 6364 John Harris Drive, Edina. Info: 1 (877) 563-4768 or www. dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/169.
PROP Shop needs beds “If you have a bed frame, box spring or mattress (twin, double or queen) that is in good condition, please contact Vicki or Julie at (952) 224-7051 or vicki@ propshopep.org to discuss the donation details. The PROP Shop also needs gently used bedding. With 45 requests for beds already pending, the demand will be higher this year than ever before,” according to a news release. The PROP Shop is at 15195 Martin Drive in Eden Prairie.
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Time for ‘Vino Classico’ “Vino Classico: Eden Prairie Uncorked,” a popular wine tasting and silent auction fundraiser will be held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, at the Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road in Eden Prairie. Vino Classico, which annually draws nearly 400 people, will feature more than 100 wines and several varieties of beer and soda, and attendees will be able to order specially priced bottles of the beverages through Eden Prairie Liquor. In addition, enjoy food samples from local restaurants and grocery stores. This year’s Vino Classico features a silent auction, with dozens of items donated by area businesses – including event tickets and sports memorabilia – and the new “Wall of Wine.” Tickets are cost $35 in advance and $45 at the door and are available online at http:// vinoclassico2011.eventbrite. com; at Eden Prairie city-owned liquor stores – located at the Prairie Village Mall and near Rainbow Foods and Cub Foods grocery stores and also from members of the Eden Prairie (A.M.) Rotary Club. Info: (952) 345-6486.
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A farewell party for former Eden Prairie Schools Superintendent Melissa Krull is planned for 5 p.m. this Saturday at the Main Commons at Eden Prairie High School, 17185 Valley View Road. According to a news release, the event “will be celebrating her superb achievments in educating all of our children while at the same time promoting equality and enhancing integration.” The event will include guest speakers and a taste of Middle Eastern and Somali food. To RSVP, call Ali Kofiro at (612) 770-2620 or Anisa Hashi at (612) 743-7128.
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Walmart is proposing to build a 120,000-squarefoot retail store on a vacant industrial site at the intersection of Highway 5 and Powers Boulevard in Chanhassen. While the proposal has yet to come before city officials, news that Walmart may be coming to Chanhassen has generated attention. “I have gotten feedback,” said city councilor Jerry McDonald. “There is a lot of concern about what is going to happen to other businesses in town.” McDonald said it’s early in the process and he plans to keep an open mind while gathering information. “In this economy, I don’t know you can just afford to slam the door,” he said. The city has been looking for prospective tenants for the former Teleplan building at 1000 Park Road for several years. Walmart’s proposal is scheduled to be in front of the Chanhassen Planning Commission on Nov. 1 and then will be considered by the City Council Nov. 28. Public input could be especially important in this case because the size of the project, which gives city officials more discretion than normal. After Teleplan closed, the city created new zoning regulations for the property, however, didn’t account for a building of this size. Walmart is seeking a concept planned unit development approval, according to Chanhassen Community Development Director Kate Aanenson. If the proposal is approved, McDonald said the concept planned unit development process will give the city additional say regarding the specifics of the project, including things such as architecture and parking specifications. Walmart has more than 15 stores in the metropolitan area, with the closest being the Eden Prairie store on Singletree Lane near Eden Prairie mall. According to Hennepin County records, the Eden Prairie store is located on 16 acres, compared to the 14-acre site at 1000 Park Road in Chanhassen. In 2011, the Walmart in
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earn about Eden Prairie history in an otherworldly atmosphere during the second annual Eden Prairie Ghost Walk at the Cummins-Phipps-Grill House. The Eden Prairie Historical Society event for all ages is set for 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14, and Saturday, Oct. 15, at the homestead, 13600 Pioneer Trail in Eden Prairie. At last year’s event, the indoor and outdoor historical tour ended with a charming opportunity to visit and enjoy refreshments. “It just felt so homey and com for table,” said Va lerie Ross. “That’s what we’re hoping for again.” “Once you go through the house,” Ross said. “Suddenly tables are set up. Then it becomes a place you’re invited into to come and enjoy, listen to the music, visit and have a slice of pie.” “Meet the ghosts of some of Eden Prairie’s hardy and dedicated early citizens,” according
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Everyone has a Talkbox Years ago a between your big box music lips, you move store came and your mouth into went quickly in horrifying shapes the Minneapolis and the notes of suburbs. I dropped your guitar come in as the teenage out and the sound employees were is picked up by your locking the doors microphone. and stealing the I know what you coffee makers to are thinking. What see if I could grab a was sound engineer bargain or two. Bob Heil smoking As I wandered when he came up LIFE IN EDEN the store and viewed with this little gem? the picked over All I can tell guitars, amps, etc., you is that as a I stumbled across boy listening to a little device that Frampton Comes impacted me greatly Alive in Central when I was in my Minnesota 30 years teens. ago, I could only I couldn’t believe dream about what there was one left, so it must be like to I quickly snapped it get those amazing, up at 75 percent off gritty sounds out of retail. a guitar. It was a Dunlop So now my dream SUBMITTED PHOTO Heil Talkbox. The could come true. Talkbox is the device that artists Unfortunately, after trying my like Peter Frampton used back in Talkbox one time at a gig 20 years the 1970s to create that distinctive ago I never used it again. The only waa waa sound on songs like sound I could get out of it that “Show me the Way” and “Do You night was something akin to a Feel Like We Do.” group of cats being swung wildly It is a little crazy to think by their tails. In water. On a someone actually came up with chalkboard. With a hangover. this thing, because of the way it Since that disappointing works. When you have everything experience the little black, steel set up properly, you cut the power box has been in various places in to your main amplifier, kick on my home. A depressing reminder the Talkbox and every note you that I didn’t really give it a chance. play on your guitar comes out of I gave up pretty easily. I never a little speaker inside the unit, up really practiced with it. And I had through a tube wrapped around no good excuse other than general your microphone stand and into apathy. It is a daily symbol that I your mouth. gave up on something that I had Yes, I said into your mouth. It’s once dreamt about, that now had a a little like when the dentist stuffs shot at reality. that thing in back between your So it was with great excitement molars to bite down on when you last week I walked into the State are having X-rays of your teeth. Theatre to see a now 61-year-old Except this baby can really rattle Peter Frampton perform his your incisors. Stromberg to page 5 ® With the clear plastic tube
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The sweet ache of parenting My hip has been living their lives hurting for a couple independently of weeks now. I somewhere in didn’t do anything Minneapolis, or in particular for it to simply sleeping in be hurting like this. their bedrooms at The pain is deep. home – we feel their Sharp sometimes pain. It doesn’t much and generalized matter what we are pain other times. I doing – drinking haven’t been running coffee, sleeping, or or lifting, nothing walking the dog – we unusual. (Maybe feel the angst of our that’s the problem … children when we PRAIRIE RUSTLINGS lack of exercise.) It know they are going is a continual ache. through something. I wake up and it When my kids aches. I drink coffee were in public and it aches. I sit schools I learned and it aches. I walk that I didn’t “own” the dog and it aches. my kids’ problems. And in the middle of Their problems were the night I shift my theirs. My job wasn’t position to alleviate to solve or fix; it the ache. My hip was to listen and aches. support. I remember But I figure it’s this lesson as a giant nothing that a little “aha!” It wasn’t time and Tylenol entirely natural for can’t help. me to say: “That’s SUBMITTED ART too bad. Maybe you Then, towards the end of September, I could speak to your was at a college football game. The teacher before class, honey.” or action stopped and I looked out at “I’m sure she didn’t mean it that the football field to see a boy lying way. What can you do to work it on his back. Phew, I thought. Not out?” And so on. I exercise this mine. I watched as they splinted parenting style often, and while I his leg and carted him off the field. wouldn’t say it’s completely second Another intense quarter passed. nature, at least I manage to do it. Another boy lying on his back. I This is a good thing. I’ve watched looked again to see what numbers my kids grow up strong, pretty were on his jersey. This time it was independent and observed them mine. I watched as they helped my learning how to deal with their son off the field. own problems. After the trainer, the brace, But what good parenting the ice, the MRI, the doctor visit, techniques haven’t taught me is and the quiet ride in the car, we how to get rid of the ache. The ache absorbed the fact that it was a torn that comes from remembering that ACL, a season-ending knee injury. one of my kids has something to As my son returned to campus, reckon with. The ache that comes I retreated home. It’s a funny thing from knowing that something isn’t about kids and their injuries, or quite right in the world. The ache kids and their problems. They of not being able to step in to fix are much like an aching hip. It the problem. The ache that all the doesn’t really matter where they are – at college 1,000 miles away, Russell to page 5 ®
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION
Supports Estall, Parker This letter is in support of reelecting John Estall and Holly Parker to another term on the Eden Prairie School Board. John and Holly have both served the Eden Prairie School District in many ways over many years. The public’s confidence in the services provided by our schools is the chief responsibility of each and every Board member. I know this as a former School Board member (2003 to 2007) and in my time of service, I experienced firsthand John and Holly’s passion as well as pragmatism, in this regard. This November, vote for John Estall and Holly Parker.
Greg Olson Eden Prairie
Voter Beware: School Board 2011 On Oct. 3, I attended the Eden Prairie School Board candidate debate. I thank the candidates for their time; however, I noticed that some answers didn’t reflect an understanding of the complex issues facing the district. Kim Ross said that governance allows the board to decide to be more involved in operations of the district, yet she has consistently voted against expanding board oversight. Compare her board votes to those of Holly Parker and John Estall. Derek Gunderson talked at length about his kids, how young he is, and how today’s preschoolers need to be well-educated, as they will be caregivers presumably for the audience members. Bill Lapadat waxed poetic about Minnesota in the 1970s. Interesting perspectives, yet what about the here and now? By contrast, Karla Bratrud is clearly ready to go. Having been very engaged as a volunteer in the schools and as a citizen, Karla understands the board’s governance model. She knows the strain put on the citizens of Eden Prairie by the ambitious, yet experimental, K-6 transformation and boundary changes. She pledges to support proven methods to close the achievement gap. She believes in transparency, honest communication, and true engagement with the community. She will dig into the details of the district’s finances before supporting a future referendum. Karla demonstrated an understanding of the complexities of the decisions the School Board will face, and is ready to roll up her sleeves and work for all citizens of Eden Prairie. Dave Espe also understands the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. As a father of a child with special needs, he has successfully worked with the district to maximize their learning. As a longtime coach, he has challenged kids to strive and nurtured
their love for sports. Dave recognized the recent accomplishment of EPHS winning the Challenge Cup. He issued another challenge to the district: to get back to the top of the charts, winning academic awards, too. He believes that district money belongs in the classrooms and that the district needs to stop bleeding students. Please take your vote seriously. Ask questions. Vote wisely.
Deb Brandt Eden Prairie
Support Fox for School Board My wife and I support Tim Fox for the Eden Prairie School Board. It is an easy choice for us because we have seen firsthand the commitment Tim has made to impact the lives of kids in our community. Tim has proven to us, not by words but by actions, his commitment to the betterment of students. Not only does he have previous School Board experience, he is also an amazing volunteer. As an Eden Prairie Basketball Coach and league commissioner I have personally seen Tim’s quiet confidence and strong leadership. Tim has quickly stepped up to coach as needed and does an excellent job. Tim has also received the honor of being named 3M’s Volunteer of the Year, has years of experience volunteering in the EP School District as well as a long list of volunteer experiences at Wooddale Church. Our oldest son has had the privilege over the past two years of being mentored by Tim in a small group setting at Wooddale Church. The students enjoy working with Tim because he actually listens to them and works to understand their perspective. Through his own high level of character and values, he has been a great role model to this group of teenagers. We appreciate that he has so willingly given up his time to invest in the growth and development of so many students. Tim is a man strong in what he believes, trustworthy and has an incredible ability to listen well. We firmly believe that Tim will listen to the community’s concerns and objectives creating an environment for open dialogue and then work hard to identify and achieve a mutually agreed upon solution. Join us in voting for Tim Fox!
John and Kay Mendyke Eden Prairie
Supports Gunderson I am writing in support of Derek Gunderson for School Board in the upcoming election. We need someone with a fresh outlook on the School Board. Derek has been interested in serving our community for quite some time. He has been serving on the Parks, Recreation and Natural
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Resources Commission, which proves his interest in the proper open spaces and safe surroundings for our youth and citizens to have access to. He has recently completed his college education with a bachelor’s degree, while working a full-time job and starting a young family. Now he is interested in working toward keeping our Eden Prairie Schools as strong as they are now, or better for his young children to attend as before long they will be entering our school system. Let’s elect a young father with new and fresh ideas and a strong interest towards an excellent education for our youth.
Geri Roemer Eden Prairie
Supports Ross and Lapadat I grew up blocks away from a neighborhood called “Brownzeville,” a segregated part of Chicago’s south side in the 1950’s restricted to black-only neighborhoods and schools. In those days housing covenants controlled by property owners ensured white neighborhoods and schools were kept that way. Eventually housing complexes rose up, creating another kind of isolation where low-paying jobs and inferior schools were the norm. I never knew why my parents pulled me out of our neighborhood school to attend a private one and later moved our family out of the neighborhood entirely. It became clear 30 years later when voluntary busing replaced mandatory busing in Los Angeles and “white flight” resulted in my own son becoming one of only three white boys in a classroom of mostly Latino and African American children. I learned history repeats ... I did not follow my parents’ example and pull my son out of his neighborhood school. Most of the children in his class lived far enough away, so they never could come over to play after school. They were his school mates, not his play mates. It was an imperfect solution from the standpoint of dissolving barriers that create classism, separation by color, ethnicity or economics. And repeats ... This Nov. 8 Eden Prairie voters, whether they have children in Eden Prairie schools or not, will have an opportunity to affect all of Eden Prairie’s children to have or not have an equal opportunity to experience what Eden Prairie’s own mottos stand for, “Live, Work, Dream,” and “Live Well.” The African American population in Eden Prairie is only 2.3 percent of the city’s total population. Right now most of these children are isolated by neighborhood and school locale. Will the residents of Eden Prairie elect candidates that will continue to isolate these children in order to keep
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Eden Prairie High School Principal Conn McCartan hoists the Minnesota State High School League Challenge Cup trophy in front of Eagle Nation. The Challenge Cup is a statewide, year-long competition among Minnesota State High School League member schools. Schools earn points for their success in post-season athletic and fine arts tournaments. Eden Prairie won this year’s award, the school’s fifth, by outscoring Wayzata 829-707. The trophy was presented to McCartan prior to Friday’s Eden Prairie vs. Minnetonka football game.
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Primrose kids collect for PROP shop
Presentation for gifted children At the next Eden Prairie Council for the Gifted and Talented (EPCGT) meeting on Oct. 14, Teresa Boatman will present “Parenting Young Gifted Children.” According to a news release, “Parenting a young gifted child is an exciting, challenging and exhausting experience. Gifted children reach developmenta l mi lestones way before the books say they should and ask questions you don’t always know how to answer. Teresa will discuss identifying gifted children and the unique challenges of parenting them. Teresa Boatman is a parent of two gifted children and a licensed clinical psychologist with a private practice providing assessment, educational planning, and clinical interventions for gifted children and their families.” The meeting will be held at St. Andrew Church in Eden Prairie on starting at 9:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 14.
ISM offering puppet show The International School of Minnesota (ISM) will be presenting Saturday morn-
them distant? If former Eden Prairie Mayor Jean Harris was alive, I seriously doubt that she would stand idly by and allow Eden Prairie to renege on the goals she helped create during her tenure, which included the Eden Prairie Manifesto, a document that publicly declares the city’s intent to continue development of a multicultural community. This is a critical time for Eden Prairie. Will residents vote for candidates who only believe in the dream for some people? Please vote Nov. 8 and remember your vote is for all of Eden Prairie’s children.
Vicki Pellar Price Eden Prairie
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The students of the Primrose School of Eden Prairie collected more than 100 winter items to donate to The PROP Shop of Eden Prairie. According to a news release, “Kindergarteners from the school delivered this donation to The PROP Shop on a special field trip today so they could experience fi rst-hand the joy of being able to contribute and make a difference. Throughout this fi rst month of school, Primrose students not only learned about their new teacher, classroom and friends, they also learned the importance of helping others.”
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Primrose School students brought winter items to the PROP Shop. ing puppet shows featuring Playmakers Puppets’ “Animal Tales from Around the World,” from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Oct. 15 and Nov. 12. In October, Playmakers Puppets will present “Tenzin’s Deer,” a Tibetan tale about the power of love and compassion, and November’s show will be “The Bremen Town Musicians,” a German tale about a music-loving band of animals. These shows will be most appealing to young chi ldren, todd ler through third grade. The shows are free and open to the public. ISM is at 6 3 8 5 Beach Road, Eden Prairie. Call Whitney Frisch at ( 9 52 ) 918 -1817 for more information and to reserve a spot. For Playmakers Puppets information, go to playmakerspuppets.com.
Family Center offers classes T he Eden P rai rie Fa mily Center offers the followi ng fa mi ly a nd pa renti ng classes: Re g i st er for S p a n i s h preschool, Family Center Preschool. The Eden Prairie Family Center still has openings for a number of preschool programs. For more information or to register, contact the Early Childhood Center at (952) 975-6980 or visit www. edenpr.org/famctr. Free parent and baby yoga: These events will be offered from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Oct. 13 and from 10 to 11:15
a.m. Oct. 14. Your Child’s Speech and Motor Development – This class will be held from 6:308 p.m. Oct. 13. Joi n K atie Rasmussen, Occupationa l Therapist and Colby Ulrich, Speech and Language Therapist to discuss your child’s milestones for fi ne motor and speech /lang uage develop ment. Call (952) 975-6980 to reserve your spot. Cost: $10 for one or $15 for two people from the same household.
Seminar on Hispanic community Now is the time to register for an upcomi ng semi na r titled: “Who are your Neighbors? Focus on our Hispanic & Latino Community.” The event will be held at 6 p.m. Oct. 27. Dinner will be catered by The Garden Room. Cost is $20. Register at www.epcommunityed. org. The deadline to register is Oct. 17. According to a news release, the event will of fer “information about the cultures of our Spanish-speaking neighbors, including the history, religion, customs and ways of life. “ T he eveni ng wi l l a l so include small group conversations with Spanish-speaking representatives from Mexico, Lati n A merica and Sout h America. Presenters are Heriberto Vargas, Eden Prairie Schools Spanish Communication Specialist and Marianne de Ramos, Community Education Spanish instructor.”
We moved to Eden Prairie eight years ago because of the schools. At fi rst, they did seem wonderful. Then, when they were less wonderful, I assumed that those nice people who take care of these things would straighten it out. Shame on me for taking my community privileges for granted! This district is in worse fi nancial shape than it should be. The quality of general education suffers while special interest initiatives are expanded. The leadership is careless about the community it is supposed to serve. Eden Lake has an arbitrary and unproven nograding/no-homework policy, despite objections from hundreds of parents. Oak Point appears to be moving in the same direction, with parents being told that policies are under review and the grading portal access suspended – even for the 6th graders who were promised continuity. And the same schools that were overcrowded before the “transformation” are still overcrowded and the schools with extra capacity still have empty space. We need our district to focus on the highest academic standards for ALL students and to improve fi nancial management. We must elect the right School Board to do this. Karla Bratrud has long been an advocate for quality education in Eden Prairie, as well as a dedicated parent and volunteer. Well before last year’s headlines, Karla was attending Board meetings, sitting on focus groups, building community awareness and doing everything a citizen should do to keep our district on track. Karla will be a responsible and caring voice, helping the Board to restore balance and excellence to our schools.
Thanks for Spanish Immersion My name is Mason and I’m in sixth grade at Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion in Eden Prairie. I am part of the fi rst group that started there. It has been a great experience for me. I am able to talk with other people in Spanish easily now and I am proud of that. I hope that my skills will help me to go to a good college, have a good job and use my bilingual skills to help others. I appreciate all the people who made this school possible for kids like me.
Mason Stoltz Eden Prairie
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The following students from Eden Prairie recently graduated from The Art Institutes International Minnesota: Stephen N. Bidwell recently graduated with a BS in photography; Kara J. Koepplin graduated with a BS in fashion and retail management.
Alexis Locsin, an eighth-grader at The International School of Minnesota, won a national essay contest sponsored by Teachers Against Prejudice. According to a news release, out of 700 entries, Alexis won in the middle school division. She submitted the entry when she was in the seventh grade. According to the release, “Essayists were asked to write the story line for a new movie or TV program or change the story of an existing movie or TV program with the goal of raising awareness of discrimination and prejudice. Alexis chose to create a movie called Saving Sampson High. The story is about a group of kids who have very different socio-economic backgrounds and must band together to save their school from shut down. You can read the entire essay at http://www.teachersagainstprejudice.org/essay_contest_winners_2010-2011.html.”
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legendary Frampton Comes Alive album in its entirety for the first time since his tours in the 1970s. Energetic, smiling and playing better than ever, Mr. Frampton had certainly aged well. And although his voice was getting a bit tired, and his hair has been missing in action for more than 20 years, he put on an amazing show. And his Talkbox? He has his own model now, the
Framptone, but he made absolutely crazy rock ‘n’ roll notes come out of his mouth with that thing. The mid-life crisis crowd, needless to say, went wild. I left very much inspired. An empty nest Dad, I have no more excuses for not setting up my gear, practicing like a teenager, and putting that plastic tube in my mouth and making a complete fool of myself with it the next time my band plays. What’s your Talkbox? Eden Prairie resident Steve Stromberg’s humor column appears twice monthly.
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listening in the world doesn’t really alleviate. The ache of a torn ACL, a sad break up, an exam gone awry, or whatever kids go through in their daily lives. This kind of ache will probably come and go. It comes with the territory of parenting. Whether they’re
Frank Jedlicki, 63, died peacefully Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011 at his home in Georgetown, KY, after a brief illness. He owned a business in Eden Prairie for 30 years. Memorial Mass was 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12, at the Church of St. John, 321 Dewey St., Foley, MN. Burial at St. John Catholic Cemetery in Foley. Visitation was 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11, at Washburn-McReavy, Eden Prairie Chapel. 952-975-0400.
Janice L. Treanor Janice Treanor, 54, of Eden Prairie died gracefully at home after a six year battle with cancer on Oct. 9, 2011. She was preceded in death by her sister, Jody Gilbert Pernula; father, Jack Gilbert; stepfather, Jerry Frye. Survived by husband, Guy; children, Nathan (Sara Waltenburg) Treanor and Afton (Jake Steigauf) Treanor; mother, JoAnne Frye; siblings, Michael (Kim) Gilbert and Marty (Shelly) Gilbert. Memorial service Friday, Oct. 14, 4 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 16515 Luther Way, Eden Prairie. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to Donor’s Choice. Please plan on staying for a reception after the service. www.GILLBROTHERS.com, Minneapolis 612-861-6088
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Br i g ht er D ay foundation (formerly affi liated with the A Better Chance Foundation) brings in talented, minority high school students from economically stressed areas of the country. The students live in a house in Eden Prairie and are supported with mentors and host families throughout their four years attending Eden Prairie High School. You’ve probably seen Diana Sotelo and Millie Chantelain at numerous Eden Prairie events. Both young woman, seniors at EPHS, have spent four years with the ABD program.
MILLIE Millie Chantelain is from Bronx, New York, but in many
ways has embraced her Midwestern side. “I didn’t think I’d enjoy the peacefulness of the suburbs,” she said. “I think I kind of changed from an urban girl to a suburban girl.” Chantelain likes life in Eden Prairie. “I can just go on a nature walk whenever,” she said. “Didn’t get to see that a lot in New York.” C h a nt el a i n h a d a lway s known she wanted to go away for high school. Her father found out about the ABD program and he came with her during her orientation week. Chantelain describes her decision to join the ABD Foundation as “one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.” That being said, the biggest challenge was leaving her family. It was scary at first. “I was only 13 when I left,” she said. “I’d be leaving all my friends and I was worried about
that and what I’d be missing,” she said. In the end, the experience has been worth any homesickness. Chantelain is very active in cheerleading and plans to participate with the Southwest All Stars this year. “Cheerleading is defi nitely my thing,” she said. At Eden Prairie High School, she’s been able to take a wide variety of electives – child psychology, business law, woodcrafting and photography. She advises girls new to the program to accept Eden Prairie and take in everything it has to offer. “ T he people at t he high school are great: Be involved in the school because that’s one of the best ways to meet people.”
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never snows. Now, she loves snow (though, she’s still not a fan of cold and windy weather). “I love t he wi nter,” she said. Spoken like a true Eden Prairian. Her time in the ABD program has been great, she said. “It really helped me a lot.” She said she’s been able to learn more about dif ferent cultures. “There’s so many people supporting you and you don’t get that experience over there,” she said. “You have a whole system that you can fall back on.” The most fun is when she and her fellow ABD girls participate in fundraisers and big events. “There’s so much going on,” she said. ABD girls have helped out at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, cleaned highways, volunteered
at the Community Center, with the Rotary Club, etc. “They’re supporting us so we’ll support them back,” she said about Eden Prairie community members. Sotelo is involved in the Broadway Extravaganza and the improv club. “That got me over shyness,” she added. People at EPHS have been very inviting, she said. “I had two friends by the fi rst day.” “People just came up and said, ‘Hey, what’s your name?’” It helps to have a houseful of other ABD girls to hang out with. “If we’re bored we just make up games,” she said. Sotelo said her favorite place in the city is the abundant park space. “I think my favorite place is just walking through all the trails Eden Prairie has.”
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Eagle Band members marched around Aerie Stadium following the performance of their show, “An Eagle’s Flight,” during the Prairie Colors Marching Band Festival, held Saturday evening.
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Taking one of the Best Hikes “Best Hikes in the Twin Cities” author Kate Havelin took about a dozen hikers through Eden Prairie’s Richard T. Anderson Conservation Area on Oct. 8. The area’s trail system, including the Elizabeth Fries Ellet Interpretative Trail, is on Havelin’s must-walk list. “Among Saturday’s hikers was Doug Sandstad, late of Montana and now of St. Paul. Sandstad had not visited the area since his Eden Prairie Land Trust days in the early 1990s. Back then, Sandstad, other Eden Prairians and a
consu ltant helped t he city identify and rank its natural areas in advance of possibly purchasing and protecting them as nature sanctuaries,” according to a news release from Jeff Strate “The bluff, ravine and big woods complex that eventually became the Richard T. Anderson Conservation Area was ranked third right after
t he big woods a long Ri ley Creek and the bluff lands on the south edge of Hennepin Village. Sandstad, who was also a longtime Eden Prairie planning commissioner, was clearly impressed with the trails, the interpretative signs, t he scener y a nd Haveli n’s presentation. So too were the other hikers,” according to the release.
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The National Champion Eden Prairie Pom Squad will host its annual Dance Clinic for girls (Pre-K through ninth grade) on Saturday, Oct. 29, at Eden Prairie High School. Pre-School registration is at 9:30 a.m., with the session running from 10 a.m. until noon. Kindergarten through Grade 3 registration is at 9 a.m., with the session running from 9:30 a.m. until noon. Grades 4-5 registration is at 8:30 a.m., with the session 9 a.m. until noon. At the end of the morning sessions, there will be a Parent Show and a special dance performance by the Eden Prairie Pom Squad. The day will fi nish with an afternoon session (1:30 -4 p.m.) for girls in grades 6-9. Cost is $40 per dancer ($30 for pre-school). Registration forms are available at eppom. com or by contacting Michele Limberis at (612)801-7204 or eppomdanceclinic@gmail.com.
Eagles ball-control offense smothers Minnetonka 16-0 BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
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lay of the game in the Eagles 16-0 win over Minnetonka? How about plays of the game?
While nursing a 7-0 lead, the Eden Prairie High School football team opened the second half of Friday’s game against Minnetonka by going on a 60-yard drive that lasted 10 minutes and 25 seconds. It didn’t even matter that the drive ended with Eden Prairie turning the ball over on downs. “The whole thing (drive),” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Mike Grant “was designed to eat clock and get it so we wouldn’t have to punt into the wind.” The result was that Minnetonka’s offense ran only three plays in that allimportant third quarter. Another nominee for “plays of the game” occurred back in the fi rst quarter. Trailing 7-0, Minnetonka running back Rashad Cohen was stopped on thirdand-goal from the Eden Prairie one-yard line and fourth-and-goal from the Eden Prairie one-yard line. Linebacker Jack Cottrell did the stopping. Play of the game? How about Jacob Ibach’s 42-yard field goal giving Eden Prairie a two-score lead? Other nominees include Andrew Larson’s 21-yard touchdown run, Jake Woodring’s 44-yard catch for a fi rst down on Eden Prairie’s fi rst-quarter scoring drive, Rashawn Fountain’s 32-yard catch while the Eagles were facing third-and-17 and Zach Hovey’s 29-yard driveextending catch before the end of the fi rst half. Come to think of it, quarterback Grant Shaeffer belongs in the “plays of the game” category as well. While dealing with a wind that would carry a hot dog wrapper from one end of
Fellowship of Christian Athletes huddle meeting Eden Prairie seventh and eighth-grade student athletes (from public and private schools and association/club/travel/ community league teams) are invited to attend a Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) huddle meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 18, from 7-8:15 p.m. at Grace Church (9301 Eden Prairie Road). Enter Door 1 and proceed upstairs to Room M259. Eden Prairie High School seniors Andrew Larson, Tayler Hoag and Jordan Collins will be guest speaking. There is no charge to attend. For more information, contact Kris Kerber at klkerber@kerberinc.com. Information can also be found on Facebook (FCA - Eden Prairie, MN / 7th and 8th grade). FCA is the largest Christian sports organization in America, focusing on serving local communities by equipping, empowering and encouraging student athletes to make a difference for Christ. More information on FCA can be found by visiting www.fca.org.
Baseball Association needs travel coaches The Eden Prairie Baseball Association is accepting applications for travel coaches for the 2012 baseball season. Coaches are required for teams at each age level 10-15-year-olds, Mickey Mantle, and Sr. Babe Ruth. If interested, visit epbaseball.com, fi nd and complete the 2012 Travel Coach Application form located under the “Documents” tab. Alternatively, you may call Doug Kaufman at (952) 210-4094 and an application will be e-mailed to you. E-mail completed applications to doug_kaufman@comcast.net or send to: Doug Kaufman, EPBA, 9504 Olympia Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55347. At the older levels, paid coaches are a possibility, but not mandatory. The goal is to select the best coach for each team. Interviews will be held in November.
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Although Eden Prairie rushed the ball 54 times in Friday’s 16-0 win over Minnetonka, pass plays, big pass plays, would shape the outcome. For example, Zach Hovey’s 29-yard catch (above) helped win a field position battle. Rashawn Fountain’s 32-yard catch (top), on third-and-17, led to Jacob Ibach’s 42-yard field goal. the field to the other in the blink of an eye, Shaeffer completed 5-7 passes for 109 yards.
kept, at least not by Eden Prairie, no one will know the margin of victory.
Eden Prairie out-gained Minnetonka 333 yards to 157 yards. Eden Prairie’s Andrew Larson out-gained the Skipper offense by himself, 178-157. The most telling statistic? Larson carried the ball 36 times for 178 yards, while Minnetonka’s offense ran 37 plays total. Accordingly, Eden Prairie was the big winner in the time-of-possession battle. But since those statistics aren’t
In the previous five games, the Eden Prairie starters have averaged roughly a half’s worth of playing time. After opening the season with a 24-7 win over Champlin Park, the Eagles held fi rst-half leads of 28-0, 28-0, 49-0 and 28-6 in their next four games, meaning Eden Prairie’s starters didn’t take a lot of secondhalf snaps. Friday’s game against
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Minnetonka was nothing like the previous five. Friday, Eden Prairie’s starters played pretty much the whole game, “They’ve been waiting to play a game like that,” adds Grant. Friday, Eden Prairie plays an away game at Edina (7 p.m.). Wednesday, No. 1 ranked Eden Prairie travels to No. 2 ranked Wayzata. At stake is a Lake Conference title, that and some regularseason bragging rights. Wednesday’s game is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.
Eden Prairie High School winter sports registration for boys and girls alpine skiing (Nov. 14 start), girls basketball (Nov. 14 start), boys basketball (Nov. 21 start), dance team (Oct. 24 start), gymnastics (Nov. 14 start), girls hockey (Oct. 31 start), boys hockey (Nov. 14 start), boys and girls Nordic skiing (Nov. 14 start), boys swimming/diving (Nov. 28 start) and wrestling (Nov. 21 start) begins Oct. 17 and runs through the Friday before the start of your sport. All students must have a current physical on fi le with the EPHS Student Activities Office. Physicals are current for three years and must be good through the end of the current sports season. The physical form is available online on the EPHS Web site. Click on “activities and athletics” and then “forms.” Keep in mind that doctors’ offices are busy this time of the year. If your child needs a physical, plan ahead. Registrations are accepted in EPHS Student Activities Offi ce Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. Registration questions should be directed to the EPHS Student Activities staff at 975-8100.
EP JO travel volleyball registration Registration for the 2012 Eden Prairie Junior Olympic/ travel volleyball season is now open. Girls, in grades 4-12, who live in Eden Prairie or attend school in Eden Prairie are eligible to register. To register, go to epvolleyball.com. Registration closes Nov. 26.
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GIRLS SOCCER
Girls soccer team is 2AA’s No. 2 seed BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
The Eden Prairie High School girls soccer team backed into Section 2AA’s No. 2 seed. They went 0-2-1 in their fi nal three regular season games, failing to score a single goal against Hopkins, Edina or Minnetonka. Still, the chances of Eden Prairie advancing to the state tournament are as good as any team in the section. Burnsville, the section’s top seed, has four losses (12-4-0). Eden Prairie enters section play with an 8-3-4 record. Edina is 8-3-5. Eden Prairie is 1-0-1 against Edina, a likely semifi nals opponent. Eden Prairie and Burnsville didn’t face each other during the regular season. “We’re optimistic,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Tony Bidwell. “We’ve been working hard and we’ve had some good practices. “I’m quite certain we’re going to score goal,” he adds. How can he be so sure? “We’ve made some tactical changes,” he said.
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Leslie Chilton (No. 13) and her Eden Prairie High School girls soccer team enter section play as defending state champions. Will the experience of having played in pressure situations help with this year’s post-season run? We’re about to find out.
BEEN THERE, DONE THAT Another thing Eden Prairie has in its favor is that they enter play as the defend-
ing state champion. “The girls who were on last year’s team know what it takes,” said Bidwell.
Lastly, this year’s field has more parity than last year, meaning there are no clearcut favorites. “I’d say it’s going to come down to one of three teams,” adds Bidwell, “and I think we’re one of those teams.” Burnsville is seeded No. 1, Eden Prairie No. 2, Edina No. 3, Prior Lake No. 4, Bloomington Jefferson No. 5, Shakopee No. 6, Chanhassen No. 7 and Bloomington Kennedy No. 8. Thursday (today), Eden Prairie opens section play with a home game against Chanhassen (8-6-1). Thursday’s game is set to begin at 5 p.m. If Eden Prairie wins, they’ll face the Edina vs. Shakopee winner at home on Saturday. The 2AA championship game is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 18.
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Eden Prairie Figure Skating Club members competing in the qualifying and non-qualifying events include (left to right): Colette Danielski, Anna Cron, Kristina Briant, Abby Boedigheimer, Hailey Kauls, Rachel Larson and April Bockin. Not pictured are Janet Kang, Lauren Muench, Michelle Nguyen, Shiloh Walker, Maddy Kennedy, Jamie Yuan, Amy Wang and Allison Steen.
Skaters ready for Upper Great Lakes Regional Members of the Eden Prairie Figure Skating Club (EPFSC) recently participated in an exhibition at the Eden Prairie Community Center for the 2012 Figure Skating Upper Great Lakes Regional Championships to be held Oct. 14-18 at the Richfield Ice Arena. The U.S. Figure Skating sanctioned event is the qualifying competition for the Twin Cities area, featuring over 400 skaters from up to eight states. The top four skaters from Novice through Senior levels qualifying at Uppers will compete in November at Sectionals in Fort Collins, Colo. Those skaters who advance will compete at the Championships in San Jose, Calif.
EPHS Sports This Week FOOTBALL Friday, Oct. 14 ......................................at Edina ............................................................. 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19..............................at Wayzata ......................................................... 7 p.m. CROSS-COUNTRY Thursday, Oct. 13..................................Lake Conference Meet at Gale Woods ......... 3:40 p.m. BOYS SOCCER Thursday, Oct. 13..................................2AA Tourney at Eden Prairie .............................. 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15..................................2AA Tourney at high seed ...................................... TBA Tuesday, Oct. 18 ...................................2AA Tourney at high seed ...................................... TBA GIRLS SOCCER Thursday, Oct. 13..................................2AA Tourney at Eden Prairie .............................. 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15..................................2AA Tourney at Eden Prairie .................................. TBA Tuesday, Oct. 18 ...................................2AA Tourney at high seed ...................................... TBA GIRLS TENNIS Friday, Oct. 14 ......................................Section 2AA @ TBA ................................................ TBA Saturday, Oct. 15..................................Section 2AA @ TBA ................................................ TBA Tuesday, Oct. 18 ...................................Section 2AA @ Gustavus Adolphus........................ TBA GIRLS SWIMMING/DIVING Monday, Oct. 17....................................Chaska/Chanhassen ......................................... 6 p.m. VOLLEYBALL Thursday, Oct. 13..................................Wayzata ............................................................. 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18 ...................................at Hopkins ......................................................... 7 p.m. For schedule changes or directions to away games go to www.lakeconference.org. or call the Eden Prairie High School Student Activities Hotline at (952)975-8120
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CROSS COUNTRY
TENNIS
Eagles play way to 2AA title match In some sports, second place fi nishes result in trips to the state tournament. Tennis is not one of these sports, at least not team tennis. Tuesday, the Eden Prairie High School girls tennis team’s season came to end with a second place fi nish at the Section 2AA Final Four, falling 5-2 to Minnetonka in the section title match. Minnetonka had entered tournament play as the north subsection’s top seed. Eden Prairie had been seeded No. 2. Shakopee was the south subsection’s top seed; Mankato West was seeded No. 2. The Final Four, held at Gustavus College in St. Peter, opened with Minnetonka beating Mankato West 6-1 and Eden Prairie beating Shakopee 5-2. Eden Prairie points came from Maddie Buxton at No. 1 singles (6-2, 7-5), Cassy Deng at No. 3 singles (5-7, 6-3, 6-3), Eleanor Martin at No. 4 singles (6-4, 6-3), Susie Pederson/Sophie Farmer at No. 2 doubles (6-2, 6-2), and Sam Lee/Ali Horner at No. 3 doubles (6-0, 6-2). During the regular season, Eden Prairie had defeated Shakopee by an identical 5-2 score. History would repeat itself again in the section championship with Minnetonka defeating Eden Prairie for a second time this season. Pederson /Fa r mer won at No. 2 doubles 6-0, 6-2 and Lee/Horner won at No. 3 doubles 1-6, 6-2, 6-2. Two other matches were close. Martin fell at No. 4 singles 6-3, 4-6, 6-4; Bux-
SWIMMING
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Cassy Deng won a three-set match in Eden Prairie’s 5-2 win over Shakopee. ton fell to Jessa Richards, one of the top players in the state, 7-5, 6-4. Section 2A A individual play is scheduled to begin Friday. Good news? Unlike the team tournament, the top
two singles players and top two doubles teams both advance to the state tournament. Section 2AA singles and doubles Final Four matches will be played Tuesday at Gustavus.
EP runners fourth at Victoria Lions Invite
BOYS SOCCER
Variety on display in win over Hopkins
BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
Yes, the Eden Prairie High School swim/dive team competed in a Lake Conference meet last week. No, it wasn’t against No. 1 ranked Edina, No. 2 ranked Minnetonka or No. 4 ranked Wayzata. Instead, the No. 5 ranked Eagles hosted unranked Hopkins. As such, Eden Prairie was able to swim swimmers in races they wouldn’t be able to swim if they were competing against the Edinas, Minnetonkas and Wayzatas of the world. “I tried to balance our A and B relays so they could race each other,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Kelly Boston. “I was also able to mix up the lineup a little bit.” The mix-ups came with a purpose. “We’re still making relay decisions,” said Boston, “so it’s important to see what they can do.” Those things being said, Eden Prairie won 96-85 (Eden Prairie swam the last two events as exhibitions). As expected, Eden Prairie’s balanced relays were competitive. Eden Prairie (Ellie Suek, Erin Russonieilo, Bre Thorne and Marla Albanese) beat Eden Prairie (Kira Zubar, Alyssa Swanson, Emma Novak and Sarah Coolidge) in the 200 medley relay 1:55.67 to 1:56.41. Eden Prairie (Suek, Coolidge, Logan Back and Sarah Miner) beat Eden Prairie (Thorne, Albanese, Swanson and Samm Rogers) in the 200 freestyle relay 1:42.7 to 1:44.01 and Eden Prairie Thorne, Coolidge, Emma Novak and Kaia Markovich) beat Eden Prairie (Zubar, Suek, Back and Rogers) in the 400 freestyle relay 3:43.93 to 3:44.54. Other Eden Prairie fi rst place fi nishes include Rachel Baker in the 200 freestyle (2:05.95), Thorne in the 200 individual medley (2:14.64), Suek in the 100 butterfly (1:02.07), Zubar in the 100 freestyle (54.24), Swanson in the 500 freestyle (5:22.06) and Albanese in the 100 backstroke (1:08.58), Eden Prairie is scheduled to end its regular season on Monday with a home meet against a combined Chaska/Chanhassen team (6 p.m.). The section meet is scheduled for Nov. 10-12.
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Ricardo Reyes (left) and Jacob Young helped Eden Prairie tie Edina at last week’s Victoria Lions Invitational. Jack Odzer (back) broke the tie.
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With 30 seconds remaining in the first half, Eden Prairie (Natalio Blanche) scored off a direct kick. The Eagles would go on to beat Minneapolis Southwest 3-0.
EP enters 2AA play on 3-0 run BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
T he Eden P rai rie High School boys soccer team was awarded Section 2AA’s No. 3 seed. Bloomington Jefferson is seeded No. 1, Edina No. 2. “That’s about right,” admits Eden P rai rie Head Coach Vince Thomas. S ay i n g t h at , h ow e v e r, doesn’t mean he thinks his team is the third best team in the section. As proof, Thomas can point to how his team fi nished its regular season. Not only did Eden Prairie fi nish 3-0, but they outscored their opponents 11-0. Tuesday, Oct. 4, Eden Prairie put the clamps on its Lake Conference season with a 3-0 win over Minnetonka. “We did what we were supposed to do,” adds the coach. Two days later, Minnetonka
would upset Edina, beating the Hornets 2-1 in overtime. Eden Prairie, on the other hand, answered its win over Minnetonka with an even more impressive 3-0 win over Minneapolis Southwest (Friday, Oct. 7). “We played a great game,” said Thomas. Playing against a strong wind, Eden Prairie opened the scoring with 30 seconds left in the first half by making good on a Zach Ainsworth direct kick. “Zach took the shot,” said Thomas “and Natalio (Natalio Blanche) knocked home the rebound.” Eden Prairie would nearly score again 20 seconds later. “We missed on a breakaway,” said Thomas. With the wind at its back for the second half, Eden Prairie would add two more goals, making it a 3-0 final. Satu rday, Eden P rai rie
ended its regular season with another impressive win, beating Elk River 5-0. “We let our seniors play the first 20 minutes,” said the coach, “and they scored just as we were getting the other guys up.” Alex Aksoz scored the game winner off a cross from Dane Niemira. And none of that means a thing, nor does Eden Prairie’s 10-3-3 overall record. Thursday (today), Eden Prairie opens section play and everyone, including the Eagles, starts with 0-0 records. Eden Prairie opens the 2AA Tou r na ment wit h a home game against No. 6 seeded Shakopee (7 p.m.). If Eden Prairie wins, they’ll play again Saturday against the Edina vs. Minnetonka wi n ner. T he Section 2 A A championship game is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 18.
The big news from last week’s Victoria Lions Invitational was that the Eden Prairie High School boys cross- cou nt r y team tied Edina. The significance of that is what? Wayzata and Edina were considered front runners for the section’s two state tournament berths. By tying Edina, Eden Prairie forced its way into the conversation. “The boys found out what we had expected,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Jeff Lindlief; “that they’re right there.” While competing against a stronger field than there will be at the state meet, Stillwater won a Victoria Lions title by scoring a team low 82 points. Burnsville, buoyed by the performance of two runners few coaches knew anything about, finished second with 110 points. Wayzata finished third (114 points. Eden Prairie and Edina finished tied for fourth (119 points). Individually, Eden Prairie was paced by Cal Lawton’s 17th place finish (16:22.8). Henry Zurn finished 22nd (16:29.2), Andrew Hansen 24th (16:31.4), Jacob Young 27th (16:41.3) and Ricardo Reyes 29th (16:43.6). “The dif ference between Stillwater, Burnsville, Wayzata, Edina and us,” notes Lindlief, “is that their runners fi nish in the top 10, meaning they had 30-point leads after scoring two runners. That’s not going to make a lot of difference in a small meet like our conference meet, but in a bigger meet we’re going to be in trouble.” Isn’t there another side to this? Of Burnsville, Wayzata, Edina and Eden Prairie; Eden Prairie was the only team that didn’t count a runner that finished
lower than 30th. In a big meet, won’t those high finishes spell the same kind of trouble?
GIRLS FOURTH Like the boys team, the Eden Prairie girls would also finish fourth. Unlike the boys finish, however, there wasn’t a lot of celebrating. “Sometimes, you just want to write a meet off,” said Lindlief. “This was one of those meets.” Lakeville South, the No. 2 ranked team in the state, finished first with 110 points. Shakopee finished second with 113 points. Wayzata finished third with 124 points. Eden Prairie finished fourth with 146 points. Eden Prairie had entered the race ranked No. 3. “I can’t remember the last time we had everyone finish, yet lost by 40 points,” said Lindlief. Hannah Jeter paced Eden Prairie with a 19th place finish (15:30.2). Brittany Platt finished 26th (15:41.8), Eryn Stewart 28th (15:39.0), Carly Schulz 32nd (15:55.8) and Dana Jeter 41st (15:59.5). While admitting that his Eagles didn’t have the greatest of races, Lindlief wasn’t overly concerned. “We were a little sick,” he said. ”Not sick enough to stay home, but not 100 percent either. “Bottom line,” he adds, “if every girl runs just 15 seconds faster, we’re right there.” The Eden Prairie teams return to action Thursday (today) with running of the Lake Conference meet. “We saw Wayzata, Edina and Minnetonka last week,” said Lindlief. “Now we get Wayzata, Edina, Hopkins and Minnetonka this week and turn around the same teams at the same sight for the section meet.” Thursday’s (today’s) meet, at Gale Woods, is scheduled to start at 3: 40 p.m.
VOLLEYBALL
Edina on schedule, Wayzata on mind BY DANIEL HUSS dhuss@swpub.com
The schedule reads Edina, but Eden Prairie is thinking Wayzata. Huh? T he Eden P rai rie High School volleyball team needed to beat Edina on Tuesday for Thursday’s (today’s) match against Wayzata to matter, really matter. “If we beat Wayzata,” said Eden Prairie Head Coach Chad Becker, “we’ll solidify the section’s No. 1 seed.” Beat Wayzata and Eden Prairie will also win a Lake Conference title, outright. For all practical purposes, the Lake Conference season is scheduled to end Thursday. Eden Prairie is 5-0. Wayzata is 5-1, with the Eagles tagging the Trojans with their lone Lake loss. If Eden Prairie beats Edina and then loses to Wayzata, Eden Prairie and Wayzata share the
Lake Conference title. If Eden Prairie beats Edina and then beats Wayzata, they win it outright. “Outright is how we want it,” adds Becker. If Eden Prairie plays like it did last week against Minnetonka, that’s how they’re going to get it. “We were really solid,” said Becker, following his team’s 25-18, 25-16 and 25-16 victory. “We got off to a quick start, had a good middle and then a really good finish.” In all, the Eagles only committed 10 unforced errors (eight hitting errors and two service errors). “We had six in the second game,” adds Becker. The victory elevated Eden Prairie’s Lake Conference record to 6-0, its overall record to 16-4. Think about it; Eden Prairie started 0-2. “Not only are we playing better, but we’re practicing better,”
explains Becker. “We’re much more consistent with our drills and it’s carrying over into our matches.” That brings us back to this week and arguably the biggest matches of the season. “I’m not going to say Wayzata isn’t in the back of our minds,” said Becker, “but that’s not where our focus is. Our focus is on Monday’s practice. If we play Edina like we did Minnetonka, we’ll think about Wayzata on Wednesday.” Eden Prairie vs. Wayzata is scheduled for Thursday (today) at Eden Prairie beginning at 7 p.m. Eden Prairie officially ends Lake Conference play Tuesday at Hopkins (7 p.m.). Hopkins is 0-5 in Lake Conference play, 9-11 overall.
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Brittany Platt (left) and Hannah Jeter helped their Eden Prairie cross-country team to a fourth place finish at last week’s Victoria Lions Invitational.
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and put in the upper level of the airport, in a wide open spot where people could gather, Esbensen said. However, due to security concerns it is no longer as easy to visit the airport. In addition, the memorial has been “shuffled around.” “Having a big, large gathering space wasn’t really possible anymore,” Esbensen said. “Now it’s down by door No. 6 at the baggage claim area, right next to a child play area.” The state Fire Service Foundation has been working to move the memorial for years. An effort several years ago was not successful. The question is, “whether or not that is a proper place to recognize those that have made the ultimate sacrifice,” Esbensen said.
NAMES ON A WALL Today the Minnesota Fire Ser vice Foundation has a plan. The fi rst step was to secure Leo A. Daly architects which agreed to design a home for the sculpture pro bono. The architectural firm managed the team of architects and engineers of the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., Esbensen said. “This isn’t just ‘George Esbensen’s pretty good archi-
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Officer Patricia Magnuson conceded t hat en rol l ment nu mbers were “way more than we wanted to be down,” though much of the 306 drop was anticipated. “The really great news is that our free and reduced balance has improved greatly,” she said, in an interview. Magnuson is referring to the population of low-income students who qualify for free or reduced priced lunch. Prior to the district’s boundary change and switch to a K-6 elementary school system, the population of FRP students was concentrated at Forest Hills Elementary. This year, the enrollment numbers show the gap between the school with the highest population of FRP and school with the lowest population is around 15 percent, down from 36 percent last year (excluding Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion). One of the goals of the boundary change was to redistribute the number of FRP kids more evenly among the district’s elementary schools. The enrollment numbers show that about 150 students have open-enrolled out, mostly to Minnetonka. Earlier this fall, Minnetonka Public Schools reported that it had received about 120 more openenrolled students from Eden Prairie compared to last year. Following the district’s decision to change boundaries and move from a K-4 to a K-6 elementary school system, a number of parents announced their plans to enroll their children elsewhere. Of the 147 students that have left the district, 118 are from the elementary schools, 29 from the high school. A total of 133 students openenrolled out of the district; approximately 140 students left the state or country, 100 additional students open en-
FILE PHOTO BY KARLA WENNERSTROM
Fire Chief George Esbensen spoke about the memorial at a Sept. 11 event in Eden Prairie.
The people behind the statue Retired Minneapolis firefighter Jeff Bartholomew said he and the youngest of his three daughters, Jill, posed for the statue, which took about 100 hours. Jill is now 34 years old. “Yes I posed for it,” he said. “But it’s all firefighters. That’s how I’ve always looked at it.” Now retired, he spends much of the year in Florida. He said it was quite an honor to be involved in the memorial to firefighters. He sees the statue when he passes through the airport, he said. And, he adds, his mother would complain if she saw that it was dusty.
tectural fi rm,’” he said. “This is the real deal.” The plan is for a “larger, more accessible and interactive” memorial on the State Capitol grounds. The names of the fallen fi refi ghters will be inscribed
on columns. A group is working to ensure that there aren’t names missing or inconsistencies, Esbensen said. “There’s this grid of years and decades so that people can search for their fellow f i r ef i g hter or t hei r love d
rolled out to a charter school, and 15 students went to private schools. The district gained 92 students through open enrollment and gained 300 students who moved into the system (either from another district or private schools). Magnuson said she could see the decrease in the population for grades two through six. “That consistent negative number shows me that there was some activity out.” The boundary change produced 136 fewer students in the district than predicted. Much of that decrease can be seen at Forest Hills and Prairie View. At Forest Hills, there are 77 fewer students than the boundary predicted and at Prairie View there are 61 less. Board members were concerned about the decrease of students at Prairie View and Forest Hills. One of the goals of the boundary change was to address capacity issues at the district’s elementary schools – to fi ll up the emptier northern schools and leave more space in the crowded southern schools. Board members Ranee Jacobus and Chuck Mueller wondered how the enrollment dip would impact the Eden Prairie Schools budget. But according to Magnuson, the budget is flexible in accounting for these enrollment fluctuations. The same goes for classroom size ranges, which vary every year. This year, there are more classrooms under the typical size range. “We lost a small percentage of our population and we have space for them all to come back” said Magnuson. Getting those families back may be tricky. Andi Svendsen’s two elementary school children were among the kids leaving the district last year. The Eden Prairie resident decided to enroll her daughter in Minnetonka schools before the recent boundary change decision. She’s been “ecstatic” about the
offerings in Minnetonka. “I’m overwhelmingly impressed with Minnetonka,” she said. It is unlikely she’d return her children to Eden Prairie. “Once you fi nd something that’s so much better, why would you switch your kids again?” said Svendsen.
BOUNDARY CHANGE GOALS Jacobus noted that one of the main objectives of the transformation was to even out capacity at the schools, but there still remains more capacity at the northern schools. “We just moved 1,000 kids to try to level that out,” she said. Mueller initially proposed a resolution that the boundary changes have not yielded the capacity utilization and enrollment demographic results as required by the Administrative Response and proposed creation of a subcommittee to analyze the viability of the boundary change goals. However, that resolution was ultimately dropped in favor of having a workshop to further look at the enrollment data. As part of a request from the School Board, Magnuson attempted to fi nd the capture rate this year for the district, meaning the percentage of Eden Prairie school-aged students who are enrolled in kindergarten. Based on data from the census on the population of students eligible to attend schools, “it looks like we’ve captured 77 percent of the available kindergarten population,” said Magnuson. Though the district had the goal of only a 10 percent difference between the schools with the highest and lowest FRP population, the boundary change did not quite meet that goal. The district did lower the gap from 41 percent variance in all elementary schools to 26 percent this year. This year, the school with the largest population of students in the free- and reduced-priced lunch
one,” he said. The name of each firefighter will face the compass direction of their department, Esbensen said. “I also like the fact that there’s a wall aspect to the design and that every fire department in the state will have their name on this wall.” All 791 fire departments in the state will be listed. “Part of our mission here was to have people that visit the memorial understand more about the fi re service,” he said. The foundation is planning to raise $ 600,000 by Dec. 31, 2011. They hope to complete the memorial by National Fallen Firefi ghters Memorial Weekend in October 2012, according to a news release. Firefighters are already pitching in. Each of Minnesota’s 20,000 firefighters has been asked to donate. The effort has already raised over $150,000 with commitments for much more. For example, the Chanhassen Fire Department has been seeking donations outside Byerly’s. “We really want the fire service to take the lead,” Esbensen said. “A lot of people in the general public who have very positive feelings about the fire service want to get involved and help us reach our goal,” he said. For more information, visit m n f i reser vic efou nd ation. org.
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program was Eden Lake where 34 percent of the population is FRP. Eagle Heights Spanish Immersion School has the lowest percentage of FRP students at 7.9 percent. While Cedar Ridge has the lowest percentage among boundaried schools, at 18.9 percent. Last year, Cedar Ridge had 9.76 percent FRP population, while Forest Hills had the highest percentage at 46 percent. This year, Forest Hills is at 33 percent. “That gap has to continue to decline and it will,” said Magnuson. She addressed the issue of adding more low-income kids to the Spanish Immersion School, where the demographics are not dictated by boundaries. “Eagle Heights is a lot more integrated at kindergarten and we’re just going to continue to grow that number as those older grades move out and we keep bringing in more and more students.” “I’m really glad about this data; it’s the progress we’ve been hoping for,” Magnuson said.
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motorists to Golden Triangle Drive and West 76th Street to get around the closure. Access to businesses on Washington Avenue and Viking Drive will be available. “West 78th Street on the south side of I-494 is closed to the west of Ensign Road for frontage road reconstruction. The closure will remain in place until approximately late October. Detour for West 78th Street access to High-
way 169: Westbound West 78th Street to northbound Prairie Center Drive to eastbound I-494 (Ensign neighborhood residents will have access to/ from Highway 169 but will not be able to travel west on West 78th Street),” according to MnDOT.
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HALLOWEEN EVENTS
Frightmares Buck Hill transforms into haunt for ghouls, goblins and vampires
Frightmares at Buck Hill
BY ERIC KRAUSHAR scores@swpub.com
Location: 15400 Buck Hill Road, Burnsville
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ach October, a number of Halloween attractions open their gates and corn fields, but none have the backdrop quite like Frightmares does in Burnsville. The third-year attraction is set on the base of Buck Hill. With a near-full moon passing through rolling clouds coming over the hill on opening weekend, it was a great start to 13 October dates of screams and frights. Jessica Stone, Marketing Director for Frightmares, said the idea for the Halloween spook came from her parents. “It goes way back. My parents (Chuck and Nancy) started Buck Hill in 1954 and my dad would always talk about doing something like this,” she said. Frightmares opened in 2009 and the lineup of freakishly frightening spooks continues to evolve. Old favorites such as the Victorian Orchard Manor Dead and Breakfast and the BellharmLovejoy Asylum return to the
park. Prepare to be scared as you transcend into the secrets of the “History of the Hill” with a walk through the Haunted Hollow burial grounds that begins with an 800-foot ride up the hill on the “magic carpet.” More than 100 ghouls, goblins and vampires have taken over the grounds and are ready to welcome you into their homes – where the dead are their playmates and visitors are their prey. “It’s like a Broadway act,” added Stone, who said the turnover in actors is pretty minimal because they want to keep coming back for more.
HISTORY OF THE HILL The story begins in a patch of land west of Crystal Lake, in what is now known as Burnsville. Whispers began to spread among settlers that something unnatural, something unwholesome about a nearby hillside. For many years this land was avoided. This changed in 1891, when a stubborn but wealthy Scot, Hector Cromarty, insisted on building a home for himself and his ill-fated bride, Mary Cromarty. There, the couple resided in a grand Victorian
Time: 7 p.m.-midnight Wednesdays-Saturdays, 7-10 p.m. Sundays, Oct. 14-15, 21-23, 28-30 Cost: $20 per person; $2 off coupons available at Subway and SuperAmerica locations; Wednesday and Thursdays are Student ID nights. Present a Student ID to receive $2 off. Info: frightmares.com
PHOTOS BY ERIC KRAUSHAR
named Orchard Manor. By 1896 Hector Cromarty’s wealth was gone. He and his wife opened the manor as a bed and breakfast to travelers to help bring in funds. Not even Mary’s Scottish cooking could lure local patronage to the manor. After Mary’s death in 1901 of an undiagnosable wasting disease, Cromarty slipped into madness. The ultimate fate of Hector Cromarty became one of the mysteries of the hill.
NEW LOOK FOR 2011 While tours of the Orchard Manor and Haunted Hollow remain,
Frightmares at Buck Hill has four main attractions, including the Orchard Manor Dead and Breakfast and the Haunted Hollow. The third-year Halloween themed-park has 11 remaining dates available.
there are new attractions for the 2011 shows as well. The Fright Factory received an upgrade that makes the spookiness pop out. Visitors that step into the Deville Industrial Paint Manufacturing Plant are asked to wear safety glasses. “We redesigned it in 3D. A guy from Michigan designed it and it is pretty incredible,” Stone said. Also new is the Scream Scene
TRAIL OF TERROR
a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 Cost: 5K early registration through Oct. 6 $20; standard registration Oct. 7-noon Oct. 27 $25; 7:30-8:30 p.m. race day registration $30; Kids’ Pumpkin Run fee $5; Kids’ Run registration not accepted on the day of the race. Location: Shakopee Community Center, 1255 Fuller St. S., Shakopee Info: ci.shakopee.mn.us or (952) 233-9500
The Trail of Terror includes two-and-a-half miles of scares with more than 15 scary attractions. New features this year include the Zombie Pub Crawl, bean bag tournaments, costume contests and beer pong. Time: 7-11 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays, Oct. 13-30 Cost: Adult $18.95; child $12.95 at the gate; tickets may be purchased at Walgreens in advance for adult $15.95 and child $9.95 Location: Three miles south of Shakopee on Hwy. 169 Info: trailofterrorfest.com or (952) 445-7361
GHOULS AND GOBLINS AT THE MAZE During this spook-friendly Halloween celebration for the whole family, take the Trick or Treat Trail to the Magical Maze Garden and enjoy family fun in the visitor center. Pre-registration required. Time: 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 Cost: Free gate admission during the event Location: Garden Maze and Visitor Center, Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska Info: Register at www.arboretum.umn.edu/ ghoulsandgoblins.aspx or (952) 443-1422
HAUNTED HALLOWEEN ADVENTURES Celebrate Halloween nature’s way. Trickor-treat on a not-so-scary animal puppet and games trail for a scary good time. Enjoy the mad scientist’s lab and warm up by a campfire. Take a ride on the spooky horse-drawn wagon ride. Come in costume and bring a bag for goodies. Reservations required for arrival time; reference activity #463007-H1-H2-H3-H4. For ages 2 and older. Time: 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 Cost: $7 if pre-registered; $8 day of the event Location: Hyland Lake Park Reserve, 10145 Bush Lake Rd., Bloomington Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
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Longtime Twin Cities broadcast journalist Don Shelby plays The Narrator with Andre Shoals as Frank-N-Furter.
‘THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW’ “The Rocky Horror Show” is the biggest, baddest rock-n-roll musical of them all. Bursting at the seams with timeless classics, including “Sweet Transvestite,” “Damn it Janet” and “Time Warp,” the show is a non-stop party. A professional cast of Twin Cities talent will star in the show, and it will also feature WCCO TV and Minnesota legend Don Shelby as “The Narrator.” Time: Evening and matinee showtimes through Oct. 31 Cost: General admission $46.50; VIP $55 Location: The Lab Theater, 700 N. 1st St., Minneapolis Info: (612) 333-7977 or thelabtheater.org
GHOST WALK Follow a guide along candlelit streets in the Village of Eagle Creek. Visit historic buildings and hear costumed interpreters share folktales, legends, superstition and history. Enjoy refreshments and the warmth of a campfire. Reservations required; reference activity #438407-20-21-22. For ages 12 and older. Time: 6-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21 Cost: $6 Location: The Landing - Minnesota River Heritage Park, 2187 E. Hwy. 101, Shakopee Info: (763) 559-6700 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
FLIT, CREEP AND CRAWL: THE TRUTH ABOUT SCARY ANIMALS
GOBLIN BOOGIE DANCE PARTY The Enigma Center will become a haunted Halloween haven so costumed kids can march through and dance to boogie music. There will be classic disco and boogie tunes, dancing lights, bubble machines and hula hoops for this morning dance party for preschoolers age 3-5 and their families. Time: 10-11:15 a.m. Friday, Oct. 28 Cost: $5 per child Location: Shakopee Community Center, 1255 Fuller St. S., Shakopee Info: ci.shakopee.mn.us or (952) 233-9500
HALLZOOWEEN AT THE ZOO Families can bring their little goblins and ghouls to the Zoo for Halloween fun. Children are invited to dress up as a favorite Zoo animal or other creature of choice and enjoy crafts, critters, and treats. Watch as the animals enjoy some pumpkin action and check out the Scarecrow Alley display Family Farm. Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 29-30; treats and goodies 10 a.m.-2 p.m. while supplies last; Halloween craft 11
– an all-ages zone featuring entertainment each Friday and Saturday. Local radio stations K102 and KDWB will visit in coming weeks. Other attractions are Kevin Hall’s Magic Show on Fridays and Saturdays and live entertainment in Tucker’s Bar and Grill from some of the Twin Cities’ best bands. Hall was recently featured on NBC’s America’s Got Talent.
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Planet Spooky at ValleySCARE offers kid-friendly Halloween fun through Oct. 30.
a.m.-2 p.m.; special creature feature shows on the hour from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost: Adults $18; children 3-12 and 65+ $12; ages 0-2 free; parking $5; Zoo members free admission and parking Location: Minnesota Zoo, 13000 Zoo Blvd., Apple Valley Info: mnzoo.com or (952) 431-9200
HALLOWEEN HAUNT AND PLANET SPOOKY The Halloween Haunt at ValleySCARE is a world of terrifying mazes and scare zones that will bring fears and phobias to life. Guests will experience nine haunted attractions, creepy live entertainment and signature thrill rides. Daytimes Saturdays and Sundays, the all new Planet Spooky is open for all ages to join Snoopy and the PEANUTS gang for non-
scary Halloween activities and attractions, including a hay-bale maze, trick or treat trail, storytelling and a variety of family and children’s rides. Time: Halloween Haunt is open 7 p.m.midnight Thursdays and Fridays, noonmidnight Saturdays, noon-7 p.m. Sundays, Oct. 14-15, 20-22 and 27-29; Planet Spooky is open noon-7 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays only. Cost: All-day regular admission for ages 3-61 $41.99; starlight admission (after 7 p.m. Thursday and Fridays; after 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sunday, Oct. 30) $31.99; juniors/seniors 3 years and less than 48” tall and 62 years and older $9.99 Location: Valleyfair, One Valleyfair Drive, Shakopee Info: ValleySCARE.com or (952) 445-6500
Snakes, bats, toads, spiders and other mysterious wildlife have been the subject of myths and superstition over the years. This family program should dispel some of the myths. Hear a talk about and meet some of these “scary” animals. After the program take a trick or treat scavenger hunt on the Hillside Trail. Those who are able to answer 10 questions about wild animals will receive a treat bag. Children can come dressed as their favorite wild animal. Led by naturalist Beth Girard. Time: 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 Cost: Free Location: Bloomington Visitor Center, 3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington Info: (952) 854-5900 or fws.gov/midwest/ minnesotavalley
JACK-O-LANTERN 5K AND KIDS’ PUMPKIN RUN Dress in costume for the third annual Jack-o’-Lantern 5K and Kid’s Pumpkin Run. Halloween costumes encouraged with prizes for best costume and awards for the top three male and female finishers in each age group. The race begins and ends at the Shakopee Community Center. Time: 5K 9 a.m.; kids’ Pumpkin Run 10:15
Enjoy family fun making a pumpkin patch or witch’s hat and listen to the book “Big Pumpkin” by Erica Silverman. Admission to the Stans Museum and research library are free during Kids Kraft events. Time: 10:30-11:15 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 Cost: Free, but pre-registration required Location: Scott County Historical Society, 235 Fuller St., Shakopee Info: (952) 445-0378 or scottcountyhistory.org
CREEPY CRAWLIES Meet some of the critters that make people go “Ewww!” and learn why we think they are creepy. Experience live creepy crawlies up close. Discover how they are important to the environment. For all ages. Time: 3-4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30 Cost: Free Location: Richardson Nature Center, 8737 E. Bush Lake Rd., Bloomington Info: (763) 559-9000 or threeriversparkdistrict.org
SCARY SKATE AND SPOOKY FAMILY FUN NIGHT Test out a scary or funny costume the night before Halloween. Bring family and friends for a night of crafts, open gym and family entertainment. Spin and skate to a spooky beat in the ice arena. Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30 Cost: Free; limited skate rental at $3 per pair Location: Shakopee Community Center, 1255 Fuller St. S., Shakopee Info: ci.shakopee.mn.us or (952) 233-9500
PUMPKIN PALOOZA DISPLAY Check out the display of thousands of pumpkins inside the Oswald Visitor Center and surrounding landscapes. On Pumpkin Palooza Weekend, Oct. 22 and 23, watch master pumpkin carvers, learn pumpkingrowing tips and catch other fun events. Time: Through Oct. 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 Dr., Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or (952) 443-1422
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WE WANT YOUR LISTINGS! Listings are printed free but not guaranteed, although we do our best to include them. Submit your events through our www.LetsGo.mn website, where you can find many more local and regional fun things to do. You can also send an e-mail to editor@edenprairie news.com. Deadline is one week prior to publication. For information call (952) 942-7885.
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OCT. 14 GHOST WALK The second annual Eden Prairie Ghost Walk is set for Oct. 14 and 15 at the Cummins-Phipps-Grill House. “Meet the ghosts of some of Eden Prairie’s hardy and dedicated early citizens,” according to a news release. “They will come to life at the old homestead on two October evenings. You’ll be amazed at the stories they have to tell.” Time: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14, and Saturday, Oct. 15. Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for students and seniors advance; $12 and $7 at the door Location: Cummins-Phipps-Grill House, 13600 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie. Info: cumminshse@edenprairiehistory. org or (612) 910-2850
THIRD DAY Four-time Grammy Award-winning band Third Day will perform. The Atlanta-based band will perform selections from the new album which have become concert highlights as well as long-time Third Day fan favorites that feature the group’s signature rock sound. Time: 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14 Cost: $20-$75 Location: Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Rd., Eden Prairie Info: ktis.fm
BRAVA WOMEN’S CHORAL AUDITIONS BRAVA! women’s choral ensemble is seeking new members. BRAVA! performs throughout the year and offers a diverse repertoire of sacred, secular, classical and popular music for a wide variety of venues. The ensemble is looking for women of all ages who love to sing, can read music moderately well and who can commit to creating the unique BRAVA! sound: a special blend of vocal skills and sparkling enthusiasm. Those interested are invited to attend an open rehearsal. Time: 9-11:45 a.m. Friday mornings Oct. 14, 21 and 28 Cost: Free Location: Colonial Church, 6200 Colonial Way, Edina (off Crosstown Highway and Tracy Avenue) Info: bravasings.net or (952) 5836256 or email bravasings@gmail.com
SAINT PAUL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA Scott Yoo will conduct the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra in a program that will include Mendelssohn’s “Sinfonia No. 12 in G Minor for String Orchestra” and Kirchner’s “Music for Twelve.” Bach’s “Selections from The Art of Fugue (Contrapuncti I - IX)” will be performed unconducted. Time: 10:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14 Cost: Adults $10-$40; children $5 Location: Wooddale Church, 6630 Shady Oak Rd., Eden Prairie Info: (651) 291-1144 or thespco. com
‘BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA’ Jesse doesn’t fit in. He likes to draw and use his imagination, unlike his family and schoolmates. Enter Leslie, a new girl and potential rival. They become friends and together they create Terabithia, a magical kingdom where they exercise their imaginations free from the pressure of family and peers. When the unexpected occurs, Jesse must use his newfound strength and confidence to move forward in his life. Based on the Newbery award-
The Minnetonka Symphony Orchestra presents its annual “Spooktacular” Concert on Oct. 23 at the Minnetonka Community Center. The orchestra has scheduled another “Spooktacular” concert for Oct. 30 at the Arboretum. Enjoy an afternoon of classical music featuring the works of Sousa, Holst, Mussorgsky and more. Time: 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23 Cost: Free, donations accepted. Location: Minnetonka Community Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka Info: (952) 401-5954 or musicassociation.org
winning novel. Time: Evening and matinee showtimes Oct. 14-Nov. 6 Cost: Adults $15; children 2-7 and seniors 60 and older $12 Location: Stages Theatre Company, 1111Mainstreet, Hopkins Info: (952) 979-1111 or stagestheatre.org
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GREAT PUMPKIN EVENT
VINO CLASSICO Mark your calendar for “Vino Classico: Eden Prairie Uncorked,” a popular wine tasting and silent auction fundraiser that will be held Oct. 15 at the Eden Prairie Community Center. The Eden Prairie (A.M.) Rotary Club organizes the annual event to raise more than $20,000 for its many community, national and international programs, including student scholarships, missions to Honduras, the well-known Golden Eagle Award, student mentoring, and an annual recognition banquet for Eden Prairie High School behind-the-scenes achievers called Above & Beyond Awards. Time: 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 Cost: $35 in advance, $45 at the door Location: Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road Info: (952) 345-6486 or http:// vinoclassico2011.eventbrite.com
POLICE AND FIRE OPEN HOUSE The Eden Prairie Police and Fire Departments Open House is set for Oct. 15 at City Center. Enjoy entertainment, tours, refreshments, demonstrations, fun and information. Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 Cost: Free Location: Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road. Info: edenprairie.org
HARVEST FESTIVAL AT THE ZOO Visit the Family Farm to check out the hay maze, cow and goat milking demonstrations and butter churning. Also featured during the festival will be music by the Czech Lites, fall craft activities, face painting, apple press demonstrations, a hay maze, tractor simulator and spinner and weaver demonstrations. Animal-themed scarecrows will be on display. Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 15-16, 22-23 Cost: Harvest Festival activities free with regular Zoo admission of adults $18; children 3-12 and 65+ $12; ages 0-2 free; parking $5; Zoo members free admission and parking Location: Minnesota Zoo, 13000 Zoo Blvd., Apple Valley Info: mnzoo.com or (952) 431-9200
GIRLS & SCIENCE AT THE SCIENCE MUSEUM Visitors of all ages are invited to join FOX 9 and women scientists from throughout the area for the Girls & Science event at the Science Museum. This community event is designed to foster girls’ enthusiasm for science by showcasing female scientists in wide-ranging fields of science and technology. It’s an opportunity for parents to introduce their daughters to the Twin Cities’ science professionals and show them that science is vital to our changing world. Admission to the event is included in museum admission however, in honor of the Girls & Science event, up to four children can be admitted free of charge on the day of the event with a coupon available at the FOX 9 Girls & Science page.
The Great Pumpkin Event at the Staring Lake Outdoor Center is set for Oct. 28. “Join friends and family at this annual event,” according to a news release. “Carve the pumpkin of your choice from the pumpkin patch and learn the history of Halloween and pumpkin carving.” Time: 7-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28 Cost: $9 Location: Staring Lake Outdoor Center, 13765 Staring Lake Parkway Info: edenprairie.org or (952) 9498470
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Office Tim Snetting and Brix demonstrated a training exercise during last year’s Open House.
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Mitchell Road. Enjoy entertainment, tours, refreshments, demonstrations, fun and information. For more information about the free family event, visit edenprairie.org.
Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 Cost: Adults $13; children $10 Location: Science Museum of Minnesota, 120 Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul Info: smm.org or (651) 221-9444
WEEKEND FAMILY FUN Enjoy nature-based fun for the whole family. The October theme is Falling Leaves. Time: Noon-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Oct. 15-16, 22-23, 29-30 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 Dr., Chaska Info: www.arboretum.umn.edu or (952) 443-1422
Sunday
OCT. 16 SUMMERHILL OPEN HOUSE Summerhill Cooperative of Eden Prairie is planning a Fall Festival Open House from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 16. The community is for people age 55 and over. After your tour stay for some refreshment and meet some of the residents of Summerhill. Time: noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16. Cost: Free Location: Summerhill Cooperative, 7610 Smetana Lane, Eden Prairie. Info: Call Christy at (952) 944-0903 or visit summerhillep.com.
BOOK SIGNING AT THE POND HOUSE Minnesota Rep. Dean Urdahl will
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present Pursuit, the third in his trilogy about the U.S./Dakota War of 1862, this Sunday at the Gideon Pond House. A historical novel about the aftermath of the war, Pursuit includes the story of the tracking down of Dakota warriors who escaped. Time: 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16 Cost: Free Location: Pond Dakota Mission Park, 401 E. 104th St., Bloomington Info: (952) 563-8738 or ci.bloomington.mn.us
BIRD WATCHING TREK Search for migrating birds including warblers, raptors and waterfowl. Birders of all skill levels are welcome. Bring binoculars and field guide and dress for the weather. Led by volunteer Refuge Naturalist Craig Mandel. Time: 8-10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 16 Cost: Free Location: Rapids Lake Education and Visitor Center, Carver Highlands Lot, 15865 Carver Highlands Dr., Carver Info: (952) 361-4500 or fws.gov/ midwest/minnesotavalley
Monday
OCT. 17 MICROSOFT PUBLISHER: BASICS Learn to use the menus and toolbars to create and publish your own fliers, brochures and greeting cards. Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 17. Cost: Free Location: Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive Info: hclib.org or (612) 543-6275
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OCT. 19 QUICKBOOKS WORKSHOP Join the Eden Prairie Chamber of Commerce for this introductory workshop, demonstrating how Quickbooks works and answering your accounting and QuickBooks questions. A cash flow session will also be presented by Fiscal Foundations expert, Paul Kloster. Time: 9:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Oct. 19 Cost: Free Location: Star Bank conference room, 250 Prairie Center Drive, Eden Prairie Info: RSVP at (952) 944-2830 or epchamber.org
Upcoming OBSERVATORY ANNIVERSARY The city of Eden Prairie is celebrating the first anniversary of the Staring Lake Observatory with an event on Oct. 21. “Look for planets and distant galaxies through the humongous telescope and ask astronomers questions as they guide us through the night sky,” according to a news release. Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21 Cost: Free Location: Staring Lake Outdoor Center, 13765 Staring Lake Parkway, Eden Prairie Info: edenprairie.org or (952) 9498470
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Enjoy trick-or-treating, arts and crafts, music and games, indoor play structure and skating exhibitions Oct. 29 at the Eden Prairie Community Center. Time: 3-5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 Cost: $4 in advance per child; $5 at the door Location: Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road Info: edenprairie.org or (952) 9498470
‘SPOOKTACULAR’ CONCERT The Minnetonka Symphony Orchestra presents its annual “Spooktacular” Concert on Oct. 30 at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Enjoy an afternoon of classical music featuring the works of Sousa, Holst, Mussorgsky and more. Time: 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30 Cost: Free, with admission to the Arboretum, donations accepted. Location: Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Drive, Chaska. Info: (952) 401-5954 or musicassociation.org
GREAT HALLOWEEN ADVENTURE - BALLET The Academy of Russian Ballet in Eden Prairie proudly presents the annual, family-friendly and slightlyspooky, original Great Halloween Adventure. “ARB’s lighthearted ballet story follows Sister and Brother on a quest to rescue their stolen pumpkin,” according to a news release. “A very special good witch, a heartbroken bride, a curious cat and a quirky crow join them in battle and save the pumpkin from the spooky creatures who try to disrupt the Halloween fun.” Time: 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 30 Cost: $18 for adults; $15 seniors; $12 children older than 4 in advance Location: Eden Prairie High School Auditorium, 17185 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie Info: academyofrussianballet.com
HALLOWEEN ON THE MALL Put on your favorite costume and bring the kids to the mall for a night of safe trick-or-treating. The event includes free entertainment and kids can meet Eden Prairie Police officers and Firefighters. Sponsored by the city of Eden Prairie and Eden Prairie Optimists Club (Masks are not allowed for teens or adults.) Time: 5-7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31 Cost: Free Location: Eden Prairie Center, 8251 Flying Cloud Drive Info: edenprairie.org or (952) 9498470
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Bingo – 1-3:30 p.m. Oct. 28. Cost is $1 for two cards. Refreshments provided.
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The Eden Prairie Community Center at 16700 Valley View Road offers fitness classes geared toward seniors. Call the Community Center at (952) 949-8470 for more information. RSVP at (952) 279-8050 for the following events: Tai Chi – 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, through Oct. 25. New session starts Nov. 1. Cost is $42 for six sessions. Join The Walking Club – Meet on the lower level of Sears at the mall entrance, 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Call the center for schedule.
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.
Monthly events Book Club – 10 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, discussing “When Everything Changed” by Gail Collins. Computer Cracker Barrel – 10-11:30 a.m. Nov. 4 at Eden Prairie Library, 565 Prairie Center Drive. Info/directions: (952) 847-5375.
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Divorce Support Women Healing from Divorce will meet at 6 : 30p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, at Biaggi’s Restaurant, Eden Prairie mall, 8251 Flying Cloud Drive, Eden Prairie. There will be dinner and a discussion with an expert about dealing with the fi nancial impact of divorce. Cost is $ 35. To RSVP or for more information, contact barb @ barbgreenberg.com.
The Super Speakers Toastmasters Club is hosting its 30th anniversary reunion at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25. “Join us in celebrating the 30 years of speeches, evaluations, forged friendships and more,” according to a news release. The event is in the Supervalu Cafeteria, Valley View Corporate Office, 11840 Valley View Road Eden Prairie. Info: Alexis Todd, (763) 772-7915 or Walt Wagner, (612) 419-2319.
Networking group meets from 7:30-8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Flagship Corporate Center, 775 Prairie Center Drive, Suite 400. Info: (612) 247-3630, Heather.
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From 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 15, Metropolitan Council member, Jennifer Munt, will speak on the topic: The “New Metropolitan Council” in the council chambers at Minnetonka City Hall, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka. The event is sponsored by the League of Women Voters – Council of Metropolitan Area Leagues. Munt was recently appointed to the Met Council. Info: meandmao2@ aol.com or (952) 934 3000.
A Small Dog Play Group meets at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and 5:30 p.m. Thursdays at Nesbitt Preserve Park hockey rink, 8629 Center Way. Bring water and clean-up bags.
A presentation titled “Investing in uncertain times: Avoiding costly mistakes” is set for 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, at the Chanhassen Library. Learn about 10 principles that can guide you to investing success in these challenging times. This event is being is sponsored by the Minnesota Bogleheads, an all-volunteer group dedicated to providing free information, based on academic research, to help individuals make the best possible investment decisions. “There is no hidden agenda; we have nothing to sell,” according to a news release. There is no cost to attend this event. Preregistration is required: email: westsubbog@yahoo.com to register. Info: bogleheads.org.
Sons of Norway The Sons of Norway Vestland Lodge 601 has planned its Annual Torsk and Meatball Dinner for Tuesday, Oct. 18. The event includes a social hour from 6:30-7 p.m. with dinner at 7 at the Minnetonka Community Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. Entertainment is by “The Lost Norwegians.” Info/tickets: Contact Marilyn Larsen at (612) 791-7406 or melarsen100@ comcast.net. Ticket deadline: Oct. 11. Cost: $18.
Caregiver support A Caregiver Support Group meeting will be held at Prairie Adult Care from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Oct. 20. 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. Info: prairieadultcare.com or (952) 949 -3126. Prairie Adult Care is in Vic-
Sat. Oct. 22, 9am - 4pm Grace Church 9301 Eden Prairie Road Eden Prairie, MN 55347 www.atgrace.com/directions
A wide variety of unique, handmade items and antiques will be available for purchase at this annual event. Admission is free. Abundant parking and cafe available. All Lioness proceeds will benefit the Eden Prairie community. For more information: www.eplionessart-craft.com
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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. I n fo : rocky @ l hot ka.net or EdenPrairieOptimists.org.
Alcoholics Anonymous An Alcoholics Anonymous Men’s Meeting is set at 7 p.m. every Monday at the Preserve Center “Barn,” on the second f loor, 11221 Anderson Lakes Parkway, Eden Prairie, next to the tennis courts. Info: (612) 210-1312, Brian.
Eden Prairie AM Rotary The Eden Prairie AM Rotary Club meets at 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Biaggi’s Restaurant in the Eden Prairie Shopping Center. Info: (612) 759-9150, Dick Ward.
Civil Air Patrol The U.S. Air Force Auxiliary Viking Squadron offers a cadet aerospace education program for kids ages 12 to 21 years. Senior officer members are age 21 and older. Viking Squadron covers the southwestern portions of the Twin Cities area and meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Grace Church in Eden Prairie, 9301 Eden Prairie Road. For more information contact Lt. Col. Barney Uhlig at (952) 937-2924 or buhlig@mncap.org. CAP National Headquarters’ website is gocivilairpatrol.com. The Viking Squadron website is mncap.org/viking/.
Eden Prairie Noon Rotary The Eden Prairie Noon Rotary Club meets at noon Thursdays at Bearpath Country Club
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Several driver safety courses are offered. Call (952) 279-8050 for information. Medicare Advantage and Part D Presentation – 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 13. Call the senior center to register.
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Mondays S en ior S i n g le s C of fe e K latch – 8 :45 -10 : 30 a.m. at Dunn Bros., 8107 Eden Prairie Road, for senior discounts on coffee. Shopping Bus – Call (952) 279-8051 by Thursday to schedule a senior van home pick up for the 9:30-11:30 a.m. Monday shopping trips in Eden Prairie. Duplicate Bridge – 12:15 p.m., no need to sign up, just bring a partner or call John Dollerschell at (952) 937-2150. Crafting – 1 p.m., bring your own project to work on and socialize. Tuesdays Quilting – 9 a.m., to help with creating a quilt or work on your own. Call Angie at (952) 934-1671 for more information. Greeting Cards – 9:30 a.m. to help cut, tape and create old greeting cards into new. Bread Day – 9:30 a.m. for “end of the day” baked goods and breads donated by a local baker. Donations accepted. Party-Style Bridge – 12:153:30 p.m., no need to sign up, just come and play. Call Mary Canakes at (952) 445-0978 for more information. Cribbage – 1-3 p.m. Open to all levels of players. Wednesdays ‘500’ Cards – 1 p.m. No registration necessary. Just stop in and play. Thursdays Canasta – 1 p.m. No need to sign up. Cards are provided. Call BJ Cappozzi at (951) 8205542 for more information. Cribbage – 1-3 p.m. Open to
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Senior trips leave from the Senior Center. Senior Housing Tours – 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3. Tour three of Eden Prairie’s senior housing options. Lu nch a nd t ra nspor t ation included. Cost: $12. Register by Oct. 27. Fanny Hill Dinner Theater – from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6. Visit Eau Claire, Wis., to enjoy “Christmas on the Hill.” Cost: $65.
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all levels of players. Call Jerry Clark at (952) 974-7989 for more information. Fridays Men’s Coffee Group – 9:30 a.m. Tell a tale, swap a story and learn something new. Call Duane Kasper at (952) 448 1608. Bread Day – 9:30 a.m. for “end of the day” baked goods and breads donated by a local baker. Donations accepted. Partner Bridge – noon, arrive with a partner or fi nd one at the center to play at 12:15 p.m. Call Lorraine Dilling at (952) 941-2060. Party Bridge – 12:15-3:30 p.m., no need to sign up, just come and play. Call Shirley at (952) 934-3461 for more information.
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BNI Networking Group F rom 7- 8 : 3 0 a.m. Thursdays at Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road, international networking group focuses on referrals. Info: bni-mn.com/ or (952) 8906524, Ext. 7568, Paul Turney.
Eden Prairie Lioness The Eden Prairie Lioness Club is a volunteer organization of civic-minded women representing a cross-section of the community. The club meets at 6 p.m. the fi rst Thursday of each month (September through November and January to May) at Camp Eden Wood, 6350 Indian Chief Road. Meetings include a guest speaker and club discussion. Info: eplioness@comcast. net.
Fresh Start Recovery From 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays at Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Road, Christian recovery program for those with a “hurt, habit or hang-up.” Music, teaching, testimonials and small groups. No cost, no registration required. Info: atgrace.com/fresh-start.
Super Speakers Toastmasters Group meets from 7-8 a.m. Fridays at Supervalu, 11840 Valley View Road. Free for all. Info: (952) 294-7410 or steve.d.clifton@supervalu. com, Steve Clifton.
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Th e following upc oming events take place at the Eden Prairie Senior Center at 8950 Eden Prairie Road, unless another location is given. To register, visit the center, mail in your registration or visit edenprairie. org. For other information, call (952) 279-8050. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday. To display artwork at the center, call (952) 279-8050.
Pickleball – Play Pickleball from noon to 2 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday and from 9-11 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday at the Eden Prairie Community Center. Players of all levels are welcome. Wear comfortable clothes and whitesoled tennis shoes. Contact the senior center for more information. Cost is $5 for nonmembers. Chair massages – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 13, 27; Nov. 10, 17. Cost is $18 for 15 minutes. $33 for 30-minute session. Call senior center for appointment. Foot care clinic – Oct. 17; Nov. 7, 21. Cost is $33. Call (763) 560-5136 for an appointment. Blood pressure clinic – 11 a.m. to noon Nov. 3. Call senior center for an appointment. Health Insurance Help – Oct. 20; Nov. 17. Call (952) 2798050 for an appointment.
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Eden Prairie photographer Bob Dale of Dale Studios is participating in Operation Smile October Family Portrait Month sponsored by Professional Photographers of America. The 25 -year-old business owned by master photographer Bob Dale will donate part of each family portrait during the month to Operation Smile. Operation Smile’s mission is repairing childhood facial deformities including cleft lips and cleft palates. It costs only $240 to complete a simple cleftpalate operation because Operation Smile’s medical team volunteers its services. “Dale’s portraits have earned him Fuji’s Masterpiece Award, and he has had a photograph featured at an EPCOT exhibit sponsored by Kodak. Dale’s 25 plus years of experience as a Minneapolis photographer have taught him how to create photographs that capture timeless moments.” Info: (952) 400-1020 or dalestudios.com.
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Miley Cyrus to go to Haiti with Starkey Foundation Miley Cyrus recently joined the Starkey Hearing Foundation in Haiti for a return visit to bring the gift of hearing to children and adults in need in Port au Prince and surrounding areas. “With the help of Haitian President Michel Martelly, Cyrus assisted in the distribution and fitting of state-of-theart hearing aids to more than 400 Haitians who have become or remained hearing impaired since the island’s devastating 2010 earthquake,” according to a news release. The visit was made possible by Cyrus. During the Foundation’s So The World May Hear Awards Gala July 24, she won a bid on a second hearing mission to Haiti, following her fi rst mission there in March 2011. For more information on the Starkey Hearing Foundation, visit starkeyhearingfoundation.org.
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our donation and commitment to the cause,” said Steblay, an Eden Prairie resident. “We look forward to continuing our support of organizations that provide information and hope to women with breast cancer.” Steblay, whose firm minneapolisfi nancialgroup.com is based in downtown Minneapolis, recently conducted a fi nancial seminar held at The Breast Cancer Awareness Convention, geared toward women.
During the month of October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Underneath it All is collecting new or slightly used bras. Bring them to Underneath it All, 7942 Mitchell Road in Eden Prairie, in October to put your name in a drawing for an hour free massage. Underneath it All is involved in an event with My Talk 107.1 Radio and the Ridgedale Shoppi ng C enter. T hey wi l l be collecting bras for the entire month and will hand them off to Underneath it All on Oct. 26 at Ridgedale Center in a live broadcast of the Lori & Julia Show from 3-6 p.m. Bras will be donated to several local nonprofits. Cathy Rieckenberg and Lorraine Dressel, owners of Underneath it All in Eden Prairie, also recently received a “Top Women in Finance” award by Finance & Commerce Inc. The award honors outstanding efforts of women who are making notable contributions to their professions, their communities, and society at-large throughout Minnesota, accord-
ing to a news release. The 50 honorees are scheduled to receive their awards Thursday, Nov. 10, at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis.
Seminar discusses social media This month, Sales & Marketing Executives International of Minnesota (www.SMEIMinnesota.org) explores ways to use social media for your business. At 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, Kendra Ramirez, open commerce manager of Ascendum Solutions, and Jason Kocina, president of Checkerboard Strategic Web Development, will discuss “Keeping social media relevant to your sales objectives.” At 8 a.m. Friday, Oct. 28, Ramirez will discuss “Using LinkedIn to meet your sales objectives. Bring your laptop or iPad to polish up your profi le and capitalize on LinkedIn connections. The session and workshop will take place at Bearpath Golf and Country Club in Eden Prairie. Cost is from $20 (for students) to $50 (for non-members) for the Thursday session and from $129 (for members) to $169 (for non-members) for the Friday workshop. Info/registration: SMEIMinnesota.org.
Fafinski Mark & Johnson retained Fafinski Mark & Johnson P.A. in Eden Prairie announced recently that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Minnesota approved the selection of the fi rm as counsel to the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors in the Chapter 11 bankruptcies of Lyman Holding Co. and its related subsidiaries. Fafinski Mark & Johnson and the Committee represent the interests of the unsecured creditors of all Lyman entities that have fi led for bankruptcy, according to a news release.
Sharpen job-search skills Sharpen your job-search skills with advice from human resources pros and career experts. A day-long workshop on Oct. 15 at Grace Church offers practical tips and networking opportunities to help you jumpstart your search and fi nd the perfect job. Topics include: “Finding God’s Calling through Career Transition, The Value of Networking in Your Search, Harnessing the Power of LinkedIn, Resume Do’s and Don’ts, How to Make Recruiters Work for You, Navigating Tough Interview Questions, Networking Breakout Session.” The session is from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, with career coaching from 3:305 p.m. Cost is $10 per person including materials and lunch. The session is at Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Road, Eden P r a i r ie. Ho st e d by Gr ac e Church and its Crossroads Career Network Ministry. Info/registration: atgrace. com/events.
Donates to Breast Cancer Association The Breast Cancer Awareness Association will receive $500 as part of a National Breast Cancer Awareness Month program from Massachusetts Mutual Li fe Insurance Co. in the name of Maura Steblay of Minneapolis Financial Group, a general agency of MassMutual. The program makes contributions to local programs in the name of agents that work with women’s groups and clients. “I’m delighted that local women struggling with breast cancer and the agencies that serve them will benefit from
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Viking Squadron announces promotions
BY LYDIA I. WIFF
When CAP was founded in 1941, the original members were tasked with flying coastal and border patrol missions. Today’s volunteer is much different. Even though the role of the CAP volunteer has changed greatly from when it was first founded, members continue to give back to the community through life skills and characteristics attained in CAP. Viking Composite Squadron is home to three such members that have taken their experience in CAP and have gone on to impact themselves and those around them in the community. Second Lt. Paul Wellumson first joined CAP in 1999 as a cadet. As a cadet he loved the experience of combining a military setting with aviation. He comments, “First and foremost, I learned how to adapt and improvise in stressful situations. This could be from managing a shift at work to witnessing and then assisting injured in a life-threatening situation. CAP showed me how to plan and manage
resources far better than any classes I have ever taken, even in college.” Former CAP member, Private First Class Elias Wiff, U.S. Army, joined CAP in August 2005 at age 15. While in Viking, he served as cadet commander from 2008-2009 while achieving the grade of cadet second lieutenant. He currently serves our country in the U.S. Army as a Humvee gunner in the Calvary Scouts, Third Infantry Division, First Heavy Combat brigade, Fort Stewart, Ga. Although he was in CAP, he says he “always wanted to join the Army.” The abilities and skills he has carried over into the Army include, “professionalism, responsibility, interpersonal skills, time management, leadership and tact.” His advice to new cadets is “perseverance; you may not see what CAP can give you, but if you give it a chance you will be surprised.” The final member of interest is Capt. Colleen McArthur. Capt. McArthur joined CAP in early 2008 as her “answer to empty nest syndrome. I was seeking a community service
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Minnesota Wing hosts Character Day Recently approximately 20 members of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) gathered in Eden Prairie for the Minnesota Wing National Character Day (NCD). National Character Day is a new CAP activity designed to motivate cadets to take seriously the issues of character and honor, while recommitting themselves to a drug-free ethic; and further integrate the Drug Demand Reduction Program into CAP’s overall Cadet Program. Minnesota Wing’s Character Day was held in Eden Prairie, at the site for the organization Team Quest, also known as Friendship Ventures. “Team Quest’s creative team building program intentionally challenges participants socially,
opportunity [and] CAP fit my interest in both military and aviation.” She currently serves as the public affairs officer for Viking. She says, “My career was well established when I came to CAP. However, on a personal level it has introduced me to photography – a hobby I
physically and mentally through team-building high and low ropes courses, leadership curriculum, relational connectedness and fun.” T he mor ni ng st a r ted with a classroom session featuring special speakers that spoke on topics related to critical thinking, character development, time management and personal reputations. After the morning speakers; the cadets and seniors headed out onto the Team Quest course with Program Director Jason Colvin. Obstacles included scenarios designed to challenge the group’s ability to work together while integrating physical, mental and social factors.
do not think I would have otherwise discovered.” During her first year in CAP she comments, “I learned that there were a lot of great people who were more than willing to help a “newbie” learn the ropes.” She goes on to say, “Leadership is more about
Viking Squadron Composite Squadron, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary Civil Air Patrol, announces t h e fol l ow i n g promotions: I Cadet Sam Kitzerow to Cadet Ai r ma n a nd awa rde d the John Curry medal I Cadet Hayden Hermes to Cadet Airman Sam a nd awa rde d Kitzerow the John Curry medal The U.S. Air Force Auxiliary performs emergency services, disaster relief a nd homela nd s e c u r it y m i s sions in support of federal, state Hayden a nd loca l govHermes ernment. 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. CAP National Headquarters’ website is gocivilairpatrol.com.
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painting a vision and inspiring/coaching others to achieve it. Management seems more about directing and measuring. This has been an important distinction for me in my career.” Capt McArthur continues to be a role model in Viking through volunteering at squadron and community events, as well as coaching the Viking Cadet Color Guard Team. These unique individuals continue to make an impact on the community through life skills and characteristics learned in CAP. Capt. McArthur put it best: “CAP is a phenomenal organization to be a part of. Not only do you have the opportunity to serve your community on many levels and learn new skills, but you get to meet and work with great people.” These dedicated members are what make the program work; they pass on what they have learned to others, so that the next generation may teach others. They truly have impacted all those around them and that is what CAP is all about. Cadet First Lt. Lydia I. Wiff is a member of Viking Squadron.
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Sip. Chat. Bid. Enjoy! The Eden Prairie A.M. Rotary Club’s Wine Tasting Fund-Raiser & Auction 6:30–9:00p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road, EP Tickets on sale at Eden Prairie Liquor stores, from A.M. Rotary Club members and at http://vinoclassico2011.eventbrite.com Cost: $35 per person. Tickets also available at the door for $45 or call (952) 345-6486
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Did you know that PROP distributes over 44,000 lbs. of food each month? That’s about 3,000 bags of food! And that is why we continue to need your help to restock our shelves. PROP is currently in need of canned fruit, baked beans, coffee, tea, oatmeal, pancake mix, cereal, boxed potatoes, rice and toiletry items. Your cash donations enable PROP to use its buying power for food, supplies and financial support for clients. Your food donations keep shelves stocked. The group appreciates the support and invites you to volunteer and use your creativity to create a PROP-themed event. If you need services or support from PROP, visit its website at propfood. org, call (952) 937-9120 or stop by
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“The PROP Shop client room currently requests donations of boys’ coats (especially sizes 6 to 14) in good condition (no rips or stains). The PROP Shop is a nonprofit re-sale store, which sells new and gently used items to everyone in the community. It depends on donations of furniture, clothing and housewares. The PROP Shop also offers a separate Client Services Center which provides clothing, housewares and furniture to referred families and individuals in need. The PROP Shop is at 15195 Martin Drive in Eden Prairie.
Charming Charlie Charlie is an eight-yearold male miniature poodle, rescued from a “backya rd breeder” situation. He’s had a rough life up until now, including losing all of his teeth, but he still loves to eat! He is a very sweet guy and enjoys cuddling with his foster mom at night. He’s done well with potty training (no accidents thus far) and is getting along well with the resident dog in his foster home. Won’t you help him find his forever home? Contact Southwest Metro Animal Rescue at: (952) 368PAWS (7297) or swmetroani ma l rescue @ hot mai l.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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Charlie Scott Humane Society will hold a pet adoption from noon to 3 p.m. Oct. 15 at Petco in Eden Prairie. Petco is off old Highway 212 and Singletree Lane. CSHS is without its own building and all pets are housed in foster care. One rabbit, two gerbils, dogs, kittens and cats ages 4 months to 8 years old will be available. A l l c at s a nd dog s h ave been micro-ID implanted, vet
Carver-Scott Humane Society’s ninth annual fall fundraiser, Rescue Roundup, to help homeless animals, is set for 7-10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28. “ Mo s ey on dow n to t he Mustard Seed Landscaping & Garden Center just west of Chaska off Highway 212 for a foot stompin’ good time,” according to a news release. Enjoy steak sandwiches, cowboy beans, steak fries and fixin’s for all those hungry, “home on the range” appetites. A silent auction is also planned. Tickets are $20 in advance at carverscotths.org or $ 25 at the door. Info: (952) 368-3553, Ext. 4.
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An interfaith forum titled “Domestic Violence : W hat People of Faith Need To Know and Do” will be presented by Cornerstone from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 15, in recognition of Domestic Violence Month. The forum, which is free and open to the public, will feature Christian, Jewish and Muslim domestic violence specialists. The forum will be held at Normandale Hylands United Methodist Church, 9920 Normadale Blvd., Bloomington To register for this free forum, visit http://interfaithdvforum.eventbrite.com. Info: (952) 884-0376.
Prairie Lutheran Church is hosting The Art of Faith event from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13. “The event is a night out for adults to appreciate fi ne arts and food native to the artist’s place of residence. The theme of The Art of Faith event is Michelangelo and Italian food,” according to a news release. Cost is $15/adult or $25/ couple including dinner. This event is presented by Pastor Joel Quie, lead pastor of Prairie Lutheran Church. Bring your questions and enjoy open conversation with others at Prairie Lutheran Church, 11000 Blossom Road in Eden Prairie, one mile west of 169
off Pioneer Trail and Bennett Place. Info: prairielutheran.org or (952) 829-0525.
Grief Coalition meets Mondays Five Eden Prairie churches offer a six-week series, “Living and Growing through Loss,” to provide education and support to help individuals involved in the grieving process. The fall 2011 session continues Monday, Oct. 17. The speaker is Mary Herber discussing “Lessons on Grief: A Personal and Professional Perspective.” On Oct. 24, Rev. Abigail Henderson will discuss “Anger and Absence: The Dark Side of Grief.” Each
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The following are local government meetings in Eden Prairie. Meetings are held at Eden Prairie City Center, 8080 Mitchell Road, unless otherwise indicated.
Thursday, Oct. 13 Human Rights And Diversity Commission – 7 p.m., Housing & Human Services office in the lower level of Eden Prairie Center mall.
Monday, Oct. 17 Her it age P reser vat ion Commission – 7 p.m., Prairie Room.
Tuesday, Oct. 18 City Council meeting – Workshop in Heritage Rooms of Eden Prairie City Center, starts for council members at 5 p.m., but normally discussions on topics don’t begin until about 5:30 p.m. Regular coun-
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Centripetal faith in an increasingly more centrifugal world I’ve been thinking about centripetal faith in a centrifugal world. Most of us remember learning about these forces in high school science class. Centripetal force draws things to the center as in a whirlpool. Centrifugal force throws things out and away from the center. Washing machines depend on both forces at different times. Centripetal force moves the laundry to the center of the tub in the wash cycle. Centrifugal force defines the spin cycle that forces water out of the laundered clothes. At Valleyfair or Disney World we pay money to be thrown about in various centrifugal experiences designed to make us scream with joy at being spun (nearly) out of control. Medical laboratories depend on centrifugal force to analyze blood samples in high tech centrifuges. Cooks of all ages use centripetal force to mix ingredients in a mixing bowl.
fragmented and eccentric (off center). We need centripetal spiritual force in lives that feel increasingly centrifugal. Our social and political divisions are simply illustrations that we are moving outward and away from each other more than we are moving inward and closer to one another. Other things illustrate this as well. In the medical world specialization has all but eliminated the concept of a “family doctor” in whom our medical care is “centered.” Specialization has moved medical knowledge further and further out into subcategories of specialized knowledge. We know more and more about less and less. In a logical extension of this trend there will come a day when someone will know everything there is to know about nothing at all! The same thing is happening in other parts of the social fabric. Special interest groups have become expert on part of life’s
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While these two forces can be very helpful everywhere from laundries to laboratories, they can also be fearsome and dangerous. A tornado is a violent example of centripetal force well known to Midwesterners. We also know something about cars “spinning out” when going too fast for conditions on a curving road. I’m thinking there is a spiritual metaphor here. Something in us wants to be spiritually “centered” in a world that is increasingly
picture. Single issue politics has polarized the political world for several years. The “big picture” has spun out into islands of presumed excellence and superior knowledge at the expense of a unified whole. There are few and mostly faint voices calling for centering our knowledge and politics in a single central concept. Instead, a radical relativism threatens to spin us into a fragmented world of small-minded experts holding no regard for unity. In our homes and families similar things are true. When I was growing up the evening meal was a centripetal moment for the family. We all came to the dinner table at the same time. We made no plans that would compete with this event. Moreover, this was the time we always read from the Bible as a family. This was a spiritually centripetal experience. We owned but one television which meant we had to agree collectively about what we would watch. iPods, iPads, Twitter and personal
computers had not yet thrown us outward into individual worlds of lonely connectivity. The competition of multiple commitments to clubs and lessons, sports and concerts did not force the family into the walk-through/drivethrough lives many modern households experience. To what remedy can I direct you? There is no quick cure for the fragmented life. A beginning of spiritual sanity can be to reflect on your life and do some surgery on your schedule to slow things down. The dangers of centrifugal force increase with spinning speed. Another step to a more centered spiritual world is to be honest about what you have asked to be the orienting theme, the spiritual True North of your life. If it turns out that you are centered in materialistic goals, I do not believe they can hold the center. Even if you think you are “family centered” it may be that asking family to be your “spiritual center” is asking more of the family
than it can provide. At their best, most faith traditions suggest that we need a center located with our creator. In the end, spiritual health is a God thing. Once a person has experienced that profound center, it is a compelling force. It is like a still point in a turning world. It is also about thinking in terms of moving toward God rather than asking God to move toward you. Be careful of religious language that speaks too much about a “personal savior” at the expense of moving toward a “Lord at the center of life.” Without the latter it can be tempting to think the world centers around “me.” Of all things dangerous in the search for a spiritual center, hyper-individualism may be the greatest danger of all. Spiritual writer Dr. Bernard E. Johnson shares this space with Lauren Carlson-Vohs, Beryl Schewe and the Revs. Rod Anderson and Timothy A. Johnson. “Spiritually Speaking” appears weekly.
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of the six sessions will provide information and presentation of a topic of interest, as well as a time for sharing in small groups. Sharing groups will be available for adults, suicide survivors, young adults (age 20-35), teens (age 13-19), and children (age 8-12). Due to the sensitive nature of the topics and ages of the attendees, telephone interviews will be conducted with parents or guardians of those attending the children’s groups. The fall 2011 series will be held at Pax Christi Catholic Community, 1210 0 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie, from 5:307:30 p.m. Mondays, through Nov. 14. Advance registration for free childcare is requested by calling one week in advance of each date. There is no charge to participate in “Living and Growing through Loss.” A light supper is offered at 5:30 p.m. For children’s group registration, call Karen Atkins, (952) 466-2685.
Stories of hope and strength Mary Beth Carlson and Care Tuk will share their stories of hope through music and word at 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 17, at Grace Church of Eden Prairie. “Care Tuk, from Wasilla, Alaska, is an author, nationally known speaker, educator and retreat/workshop leader. She will introduce her book, Loose Screws and Skinned Knees, a personal story of hope and strength. … Mary Beth, an Eden Prairie resident, is a composer, performing and recording artist, and former Teacher of the Year. She was the lead pianist at Nordstrom Mall of America for nearly 15 years, and for most of those years, manager of the department of pianists. Mary Beth performs nationally as a pianist and speaker for a wide variety of special events and has written and shared music for The International Special Olympics, The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, The Alzheimer’s Association, and Children’s Cancer Research,” according to a news release. Both are involved with the disability ministry of Joni Ea reckson Tada, Joni a nd Friends. There is no admission charge for this event.
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Sunday Worship Services (nursery available) Traditional Services: 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Contemporary Service: 11 a.m. Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Saturday Worship Service at 5 p.m. Visit us at www.Immanuel.us
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Serving Fair at Prairie Lutheran Prairie Lutheran Church is hosting a Serving Fair from 9:45 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 16, in between worship services. It will be set up like a trade show with information tables on how you can serve featuring: Caring Hands & Meals, Children and Youth Ministries, Dinner Groups, Doulos Discovery School, Fellowship Hosts, Growing Kids God’s Way, Hospitality, Men’s M i n i st r y, M idwe ek Host s, Of feri ng Counters, P rayer Ministry, Properties, Simply Servers, Worship Arts (Dance, Décor, Drama, Floral, Music, Tech), Women’s Ministry and Young Adult Ministry. Coffee and treats provided. There is no cost to attend. Prairie Lutheran Church is at 11000 Blossom Road, Eden Prairie. Contemporary Worship is at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., with Learning for All at 10 a.m. Info: prairielutheran.org or (952)829-0525.
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25 yrs. Loving, licensed childcare. All ages welcome. Cindy, 952-4451932
Chan- Office Space Approx. 1300 s.f. avail. immed. Unique building. 952-474-7124 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL Drive-In's & Docks Available Immediately Intersections of 41/ 169. 952-484-9675
Becky's Daycare: 3 openings, Shakopee. Food program, licensed. 10 years experience. 952-445-2908 Former teacher running licensed childcare for ages 18 months+. 15 years childcare experience. Call Sonny 952445-0441
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Jordan Rentals
$800, includes heat, + washer/dryer. 2BR, 1BA, frplc. Overlooking pond, fast possession. Nancy @ CHR Realty 612-701-7404
2/ 3 BR townhomes, garage included, $795 & $950. 952-448-6549
Jordan Center Apartments
1/2 mth FREE, selected units. Boutique Apt. Bldg.... 2 BR Elevator, Heat paid, heated parking included. Cats Welcome. Available 12/1. 952-914-0357
1 BR $595 **Heat Paid** 612-874-8183 952-368-9360 Nice Duplex, 3BD, 2BA, W/D, A/C, deck. $1050. 952-955-1889
Chaska’s Luxury Adult Community
Room to Rent Bedroom for rent, new listing Shakopee. Nonsmoking. 612-275-9522
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Female to share home, Chaska. $500/ share utilities. 952-412-7316
Health Supplies
Carver Rentals
Diabetic test strips wanted. Most brands. Will pay cash. Local pick up. Call Ted at 612-216-6266
1 BR, $645-685, all utilities included. No pets/ non-smoking. 952-3613245
2 & 3 level Townhomes Rent $1,112 monthly* 3 BR Townhomes, 1322 - 1830-sq. ft. Private entry w/covered front porch. Single car garage w/opener, Coin op washer/dryer in each unit, Forced heat & central air Conditioning, Range w/self cleaning oven, Refrigerator, dishwasher & breakfast bar. Brickstone Townhomes 850 Walnut Place Chaska, MN 55318 952-361-6945 *Income Restrictions Do Apply
Chaska Rentals
Misc for Sale Welcome to Highland Shores
952-448-9201 Warm & Inviting – A Must See!
Eden Prairie Rentals 1 BR, quiet 6-plex. No pets, non-smoking. Lease. $695. 952-9371959
1 & 2 BR apartments, (heat, hot/cold water, garbage included) $575$675, no pets. 612-5996245 1BR $550., 2BR $650. Downtown Jordan. Available immediately. 612-708-1154
We have a few luxury apartments remaining. Trendy upscale apartment suites with spacious floorplans and spectacular views, just blocks from the golf course 952-836-8550 OR 1-800-892-2091 Highlandshoresapts.com
Small plastics company for sale. Operate full or part time. Move to your area. 563-872-4671
Exceptional Value Heat Included Y Washer/Dryer in your Home Y Spacious Floor Plans Y Garage Available Y Calendar of events Y
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Jordan Elementary School, Merry Go Round, seeking best offer. Pick up and removal End date 10-19. 952492-2336
1 & 2 Bedroom Homes Cats & Small Dogs Welcome
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Large 2 BR, 2 bath, W/D dishwasher, elevator, security system. $800+ utilities. Available now. 952-492-2800
Prior Lake Rentals 1 BR, office, full kitchen, no animals. Lakeshore, off-street parking. $650. 952-440-4673/ 612-2983263 1BR, country basement walkout, utilities, laundry, garage included. No smoking, no pets, $625. 952-492-2545 2 BR condo, garage. Pet OK. Includes water, sewer, $925. Avail 11/1 952-440-4112 3 BR 1 BA apartment. Detached garage. $895. Randy 952-270-9221 55+ community. 1 BR, 1 BA condo. W/D, dishwasher in unit. Balcony, heated underground parking. Storage units. Library/ community room. Available immediately. To schedule a showing, 763-238-8975
Prior Lake- Lg 1 BR, $595/ mo. 2 BR. $765/ mo. Available now. Patio/ balcony, cats OK, please call 952-6532105, 952-594-1791, or 651-470-4017
Savage Rentals 1BR $635, 2BR $735. Pets ok. 952-356-0611
1 BR APARTMENT Section 8 project Low income rent to qualifying persons. Age 62 or older. 30% of income Smoke-free units available
Arlington Ridge Apts 2 BR Apts. For Rent Updated unit-Ready for move in! Starting at $805 CALL 952-496-3281 1219 S. Taylor St. #103
Shakopee Housing 952-403-1086
Hillview Motel Micro/ Refrig. Weekly $175 & Up. Daily, $35 & Up. 952-445-7111
1 BR in 8-plex, heat paid. No pets. Available 11/1. $575. 952-4459075
New 3 BR, 2.5 BA rambler. $2400/mo Plus utilities. No pets. Brian 612-247-8678
3 BR in 4-plex, 1-car garage, $850/ month+ utilities. Immediate. No dogs. 952-448-2333
Sandalwood Studiosfull kitchenettes, nightly/ weekly/ monthly rates available. 952-277-0100
3 BR/ 2 BA townhome 1400s.f. Private end unit! Available, 11/1 $1350/ month 612-7010260
Houses 3BR, 2BA, 3 car garage. Contract for deed terms with 5% down. 177,900. Randy Kubes, Realtor 612-599-7440 House for sale: 9875 Spring Rd, EP $327,400 952-240-8940
Lots/Acreage 70 tillable acres. Owner/ Agent, 612-756-1899 Farmland for Sale & Wanted. Randy Kubes, Realtor... 612-599-7440
Mobile Homes 2000 Dutch Double wide. $38,000. 612-3908409
321 S Harrison. Great 2BR, $795. Laundry on site, off street parking, AC unit included. Available asap. For more information please call Deparis with Detailed Mgmt 763-807-0148
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7494 Derby LaneTownhome. 2 BR, 2.5 BA, W/D, all appliances, fireplace. 2 story+ loft. 2 car garage. $1,150. Available 11/1. 612-414-3496 952-894-1890
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30 years experience fax 952-447-1211 lic#20628802
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Lebens Masonry
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KB Custom Cabinets Kitchens, Entertainment Centers, Bars, Built-ins Vanities, Counter Tops. 952-445-7790 S & S CUSTOM WOODWORKS. Quality Cabinets. Quality Service. 952-442-9887
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DON WHERLEY MASONRY INC
DRAPERIES
Decorative Concrete Additions - Patios Garage Floors Steps - Sidewalks Aprons - Driveways Stamped, Colored Exposed Aggregate
Drapes, Blinds, Fabrics, Upholstery, Bedspreads. Lakes Interiors. 38 yrs. 952-447-4655.
DRIVEWAYS
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CONCRETE/MASONRY
DCI Inc. We are a very diverse company that has expertise in Driveways Patios Foundation repair Chimney restoration Stone fronts Outdoor fireplaces Floor staining, etc.... References- Fully insured
Feel free to text, call or Email andydciinc@gmail.com Andy, 612-221-1849
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FLOORING ABOVE ALL HARDWOOD FLOORS & CARPET Floor Installation Sanding & Refinishing Carpet, Tile & Vinyl Installation Exceptional Quality Great Service
Duffy’s HARDWOOD FLOORS •Floor refinishing & sanding •Real wood floors •Dustless refinishing •Water damage specialists •Board patching •Custom staining •Best quality •Best pricing •Most experience in your area •Family owned, 28 years •Free Estimates
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Driveways, Parking Lots
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HEATING/AIR COND
#Priority Electric Inc. Licensed- Bonded- Insured. No job too small. 952-403-9200 POWERTECH Electric. Local. Owner operated. Licensed, insured, clean. Rich: 952-292-8683
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Landscape & Irrigation Design & Block, Retaining Walls, Paver Driveway, Patios X Lake Shore Restoration & Drainage Correction X Outdoor Kitchens/ Fire Pits/ Rain Gardens/Ponds X Aeration & Over Seeding/ Fall Clean-Up & Dethatch X Tree/Shrub Trimming & Holiday Lighting X Boulder
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Complete Landscaping Design, Build, Maintain XWater Problems resolved XSprinkler Systems XRock/Mulch/Edger XTrees & Shrubs XBrick Pavers XRetainingWalls Over 30 yrs of quality workmanship X
Heating, plumbing, remodel and repair, and replacement, new construction. 952-492-2440
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Retaining Walls, Concrete & Paver Drives, Patio & Walks, Boulder walls, & much more!
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6 Miles S. of Shakopee on 169 Pulverized Dirt $12.50/ yd. Colored Mulch $26.50/ yd. Cypress, Cedar, Hardwood
Flagstone, Steppers Decorative Rock Edging/ Poly/ Fabric Retaining Walls, Pavers
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Full-Time EMPLOYMENT Full-Time
Assembly & Food Mfg, All Shifts Available, Please Call 952-9249000.
WORK FROM HOME! Put your faith first, Family second with an Opportunity to earn a Great income! 952-270-6190 Allure Salon looking for motivated, enthusiastic hair designer and nail technician to join our talented staff. 952-4963331, Bonnie www.escapetoallure.com
ASSEMBLY 1st & 2nd shift We are looking for a large number of people to work in a cold room environment packaging food items. Excellent opportunity for extra money over the next four Holiday months. Apply ASAP for immediate placement!!! Team Personnel Services Shakopee 952-746-3346 www.teampersonnel.com
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Full-Time ASSOCIATE TRAINEE Real Estate Career Excellent Potential Fast Growth
Coldwell Banker Burnet Eden Prairie Irene: 952-949-4759 Rolland: 952-949-4724 EOE
Auburn Homes & Services is looking for :
TMA/NAR varied shifts- Part time to start with possibility of Full Time Please apply in person at: 501 No. Oak Street Chaska, Mn. 55318 Auburnhomes.org No phone call please EOE
Truck Driver/ Mechanic Ditch Witch of Minnesota, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time truck driver/mechanic. Qualified applicants will have 5+ years experience with formal training. Class A license is required. Benefits include: medical, dental, 401k & uniforms. Fax resume to: 952-4450035 or mail to: 12826 Emery Way, Shakopee, MN 55379 or come in to fill out an application.
Home Improvement Sales Reps Wanted We are a local, non-storm chasing company, in search of Home Improvement Sales Reps. Some cold calling & door knocking required. Experience in In-Home Sales and must be familiar with the Construction Industry. Strong verbal communication skills & the ability to close deals are a high priority. Potential of $50K-$75K before year's end. Please reply by sending a current resume to address within, and we will get in contact with you via email or phone call. Day/night contact info needed. Bloomington/ Metro location. NJR3064@YAHOO.COM
Drivers: SW Metro Transportation. Taxi & Medical. All shifts. 612747-3022 buschy22@aol.com
Full-Time Contractor seeking dependable workers to join crews. General knowledge of hand tools and construction related experience helpful. Starting wage $10-$14 DOQ. Fax resume or work history to 952-562-2820 or call 952-562-8100 to complete application. Framing, Siding and Window carpenters wanted with all levels of experience. Positions are full time and benefits eligible. Must have valid D/L, reliable transportation and be able to pass background check, drug screen and physical. Call our job line at 952-380-3720 or send resume to: jobs@carpentry contractors.com Landscapers/ Snowplowers, mechanical ability helpful. 952-4458996 or 612-749-6480
Finish carpenters wanted with 2-5 years of experience. Position is full time and benefits eligible. Must have valid D/L, reliable transportation and be able to pass background check, drug screen and physical. Call our job line at 952-380-3720 or send resume to jobs@carpentrycontractors.com
TOOLMAKER Experience required in building, repairing, & maintaining blank, progressive, and compound dies for METAL STAMPINGS. If you are interested in VARIETY & PERSONAL GROWTH, we offer: Excellent wages and benefits including Vacation, Insurance, 401(k), & a Profit Sharing Bonus Plan!
Weekend Shift Supervisor and Weekend Shift Welders Chart Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of standard and custom engineered products and systems for a wide variety of cryogenic and heat transfer applications. Chart's New Prague, MN manufacturing campus is a 27-acre site with over 275,000-sq. ft. of heavy manufacturing space. Presently, Chart has immediate openings for a Weekend Shift Supervisor and Weekend Shift Welders. Weekend Shift hours are Friday: 2:15 p.m. - 2:15 a.m., Saturday: 11:45 a.m. - 11:45 p.m. and Sunday: 11:45 a.m. - 11:45 p.m.
Please fax, mail or email your resume to: EDi, P.O. Box 85, Jordan 55352 F: 952-492-3790 vengelsteffan@engeldiversified.com
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Lead Controls Engineer sought by Eaton Hydraulics LLC in Eden Prairie, Minnesota to lead model based control design and development activities from concept development through production implementation of market leading electrohydraulic valves/systems. Must have: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of experience or alternatively a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, and a minimum of 3 years of experience. Experience must be in: Developing mecha-tronic systems, System modeling and application of DFSS methodology; modelbased control design; hydraulic systems; hydraulic Valve Design; computational fluid dynamics for flow and flow force prediction; in field calibration diagnostic tools. Must be willing to travel up to 10% of the time. Qualified applicants should apply at www.eaton.com/careers (principals only, no calls)
NOW HIRING!! Immediate openingsMany Print Warehouse Positions. Apply: www.sosstaffing.com
10-15 hrs week. Victoria, Bookkeeper, experienced in Peachtree, AR, AP, GL, Sales tax, Payroll tax. Dave 612-7019482
Software Support Specialist. Assist/Train customers in the use of our software product. ERP/ manufacturing software. Experience in Accounting helpful. Analytical skills needed. Precise Softwarewww.precisesoftware.net Salary based on experience. Vacation/ health benefits. Send resume to: tomp@precisesoftware.net
SWING DRIVER Looking for driver with experience that is energetic, has a good attendance record, great attitude and clean driving record with CDL license. $14/ hour+ benefits. Apply at: 5980 Credit River Rd., Prior Lake, MN. 952-2266441.
Busy office seeking an energetic, cheerful, self motivated, receptionist, front desk position. Dental experience preferred. Gentle Dental Care 136 W Main St. New Prague 952-758-3003 Immediate PT Openings Excellent Pay Flexible FT/PT Customer sales/svc No exp needed will train All ages 17+ Conditions apply Call Now: 952-746-8999 Need young female to mentor female teen. 4 hours per week. 952448-5761
Summit Place Senior Campus in Eden Prairie is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician. Job includes completing work orders and unit turnovers, as well as performing preventative maintenance tasks. Qualifications include minimum of a high school diploma, some training in mechanical, electrical, and/or related fields, and at least 2 years experience in a maintenance capacity. Ideal candidate will have working knowledge of building systems. Excellent benefits. To apply, please send your resume to Terry Riley, 8501 Flying Cloud Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344 or email it to triley@summitplacecampus.com.
Reimbursed Senior Volunteer Position: Senior Corps is seeking volunteers 55+ yrs willing to help others as friendly visitors in their homes & with outings to the community. Tax-free stipend, mileage reimbursement and other benefits. Contact 651310-9447. kate.neuhaus@lssmn.org www.mnseniorcorps.org Snow Removal We want you! Sub-contractors & operators of our own equipment. Plow operators, Bobcat operators, Shovelers and Snowblowers. We pay for exp., quick cash, paid immed. Flex. hours. Could lead to FT. 952-393-PLOW (7569) MoveSnowNow@ gmail.com
NOW HIRING SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR No experience Necessary will train 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
MTU Onsite Energy, a leading manufacturer of power generation systems located in Mankato, MN, has the following open position: Field Service Technician II - Perform preventative maintenance, start-ups, and repairs on generators; including automatic transfer switches, diesel, and gaseous engines. Promote safe and efficient operation of duties. Travel required. MTU Onsite Energy offers a dynamic work environment, competitive wages and outstanding employee benefits. For more information about this opening and others please visit us at www.mtuonsiteenergy.com to explore opportunities in our organization. EOE
Weekend Shift Supervisor Primary responsibilities include directing and leading the workforce, training employees, coordinating workflow through the areas, maintaining safe and efficient operations and promoting a positive work environment. Other responsibilities include improving daily operations using lean manufacturing tools and supervisory skills. The ideal candidate must have a high school education or equivalent and 5+ years of manufacturing supervisory experience. Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal skills and also enjoy working with people and tackling issues which arise in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment. Previous experience in manufacturing assembly and knowledge of Microsoft Office are required. The ideal candidate must exhibit the ability to problem solve with the manufacturing team and serve as the primary leadership for the weekend shift.
Part-Time
Positive Connections 460 N Hickory Street Chaska, MN 55318 952-361-0899
PCA for youngman 49:30PM 2 or 3 evenings/wk &/or Sat 8AM-3PM private home near St Patrick. Email questions/interest &/or resume to: PCA2care4one @yahoo.com Personal support person for a DD adult, PT. CNA, CPR, 1st aid, reliable vehicle required. $14/hr. 612-619-8797. South Metro Lawn Service seeking individual to fill lawn crew/snowplow operator positions. Experience required. Must have good driving record. Pay DOQ 952445-4336
Social Services
In-Home Counselor Make your work matter! Work 1:1 with a young man in Chaska with DD. Work on goals, comm. activities. MonFri 2:30-8:30 (can be split between 2 people), e/o wknd-6 hrs. Call Cassie 763-450-5003 StarTribune Newspaper Carrier Needed immediately Shakopee & rural Waconia Weekend routes. For further information see our website at; www.Chaskadelivery.com
The Chamber of Commerce is seeking a part time office person. If you have a drive for your community this may be a great opportunity for you! Strong computer and organizational skills a must. Send resume: info@jordan chamber.org
We are growing – come join us during this exciting time! Ridgeview Medical Center is an independent, regional health care network serving the west-metro area. Its network includes the Waconia-based acute care hospital, a multitude of primary and specialty care clinics, emergency services and specialty programs.
Float RN
New location opening at Highway 7 & 41 in Shorewood early November. SHIFT SUPERVISORS: Food service and cash handling experience required MORNING PREP/SLICER: Responsible for slicing veggies, meats and cheese DELIVERY DRIVERS: Paid per delivery and keep all personal tips earned COUNTER PERSONS/ SANDWICH MAKERS: Food service or customer service experience preferred PT and FT positions available. Fast-paced, fun environment. Competitive compensation, plus tips. Apply in person at our Eden Prairie location: 16534 W 78th Street, Hwy 5 and Eden Prairie Rd Near Kowalski's Market 952-224-2440 **Do not call or apply between 11am and 2pm** Train at the Eden Prairie location then transfer to our new Shorewood location or work at our EP location in place of one of our transferring employees
Weekend Shift Welders Primary job responsibilities will include performing complex and critical welding operations on various metals using TIG, MIG, Flux-core, and Sub-arc Welding. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or GED. Vocational welding program certificate or equivalent welding experience is desired. Candidates must also have the ability to read and interpret drawings and weld symbols. Chart's fast track to a rewarding career includes a competitive compensation and benefits program. If you are interested in the challenge please apply in person. Call or send your resume and/or application to:
Chart Inc. 407 7th Street NW, New Prague, MN 56071 (952) 758-4484 EOE
48 hours per pay period (bi-weekly) First & Second Shifts We are expanding the RN Float pool and have several positions available in our hospital in Waconia. Candidates must have a minimum of 1-3 years medical surgical experience; ortho surgical and/or telemetry experience is helpful though not required. Candidates must also have a current professional nurse licensure in Minnesota or if licensed in another state, a permit from the Minnesota Board of Nursing while the license application is in process. Current CPR certification is also required or must be obtained as soon as possible after hire. To learn more about and apply for the Float RN position or other employment opportunities at Ridgeview Medical Center and its network of clinics, please visit our website at www.ridgeviewmedical.org.
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LANDSCAPING
MOVING/STORAGE
ODD JOBS
#1 Schieber Outdoor Services LawncareLandscaping. Commercial Residential. Senior Discount. Joe: 952-2924445
MOVING?
NEED HANDYMAN? Little Job Expert! For all the odd jobs needing Attention!!! Painting: • Interior & Exterior Finish Carpentry: • Basements • Bathrooms • Ceramic Tile • Sheet Rock & Taping Dennis 952-334-1755 952-445-9034
612-275-2574. AJ's Tree & Lawn Service LLC. Trimming & removal. Licensed, insured. 952-445-1812 Paul Bunyan Tree Service. Tree Removal and Trimming. www.paulbunyantree serviceinc.com AA Tree Removal/ trimming/ firewood/ brush hauling, stump grinding. Steve, 952-445-5239 Hunter Lawn Service. Fall clean-ups, Aeration Tree, Shrub trimming, 952-451-9275 Kerchner Outdoors Now offering snow removal and yard services, including fall clean up. Serving the Lakeville, Savage, Prior Lake, and Shakopee area. Call today for a free estimate. 612-3859010 Dependable, on time. Flexible & efficient!
You Call - We Haul
Completely Enclosed Truck Very Reasonable Rates
952-758-2552 We Haul Moving New Prague
ODD JOBS Quality Remodeling and Home Repairs A Minnesota Greenstar Qualified contractor
References, Lic & Ins Mn Lic. 20632058 Kevin Hayes
(612)867-8287
PLASTER/DRYWALL
Ext/Int Paint/ Stain ~Carpentry/ Repair~
ROOFING
KREUSER ROOFING, INC.
*A and K PAINTING* Schedule your Fall painting now!
ROOFING
952-492-3842 952-412-4718(cell)
952-448-3761 No wall too small
Free Estimates Ins/ Bonded
952-474-6258 Major credit cards accepted
Storm damage repairs Defective shingle claims Family owned & operated Thousands of satisfied customers Professional and Courteous Lic# 20632183
Why Wait Roofing LLC Offering best extended manufacturers warranty! Tear-offs, Re-roofs, Siding & Gutters, New Construction Insurance Specialist Over 18 years experience FREE ESTIMATES Rodney Oldenburg Cell # 612-210-5267 952-443-9957 Lic. ID-20156835
Best Drywall LLC Bruce Mackenthun Does It All! WindowDoor- Deck specialist! Professional services. 952-270-9166. Lic #20452534 Ins. www.brucedoesitall.com
Ken's HANDYMAN SERVICE Repairs, Installations & Home Improvements. Call Ken: 952-445-1836
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$$ Paid for Junkers/ Repairables FREE TOW. Immediate pickup. Serving Carver/ Scott counties. 952-220-TOWS, 24/7 1992 Vibo 21' Hexagon pontoon. Low hrs. 2 motors. '96 Merc 90HP + 9.9. Marine radio. Trailer. Clean. $8,500. 612720-2262
1991 Fleetwood Southwind Motorhome, Class A, 33ft. Only 38k miles! Smooth runner, fully loaded, sleeps 6, hydraulic leveler, $10,500, 612-669-4172
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 black Yamaha R6, 6,000 miles. Yoshimurd customized exhaust. With OEM cover & tank bra. $5,500. 952-3610142
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1998, Bayliner Capri Fish & Ski boat, 19 ft. 135HP. Inboard, stored inside. Excellent condition $6900. 952-4126417 1996 Itasca Suncruiser Motorhome. Class A, 39'. Excellent condition, shedded at all times/ winterized. Loaded! 29,300 actual miles. $35,000/BO. 507-6656019
Fax resume: 952-943-0983 or email resume: kjroehl@comcast.net
Seasonal Positions PT Seasonal snow plow operator, experienced with snow removal and operation of John Deere equipment. Will train the right person. Reliable transportation and self starter. Call 763-4288560, or fax resume to 763-428-8750
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2001, 17ft. Starcraft, 90HP, Mercury. Excellent condition. $9,000 952-890-2630
2002 Larson 19' FishNSki, SEI 190, 135 HP Outboard, stored indoors. $11,900.00 or BO, NADA guide suggested $13,945.00, Jon 612-730-8116
2004 41' SportsCoach Elite. Fully equipped. 23,000K. Well-maintained. 3 slides. $100,000. 952-797-6264
2007 27' Colorardo RL 5th Wheel, 2 Slide $29,500 or best offer. 507-934-4834 M-F after 5:30
1998 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 36' motorhome, great condition, sleeps 6, 60,000 miles, $31,900 or best offer. Call Gary at 952492-1129.
EZ-GO Gas Golf Cart with Rear Seat. White with White Top and Seats. $2195. 952-2390446
2000 Harley Davidson 883 Sportster, wife's bike, never rode, must go. 1300 miles, Lots, lots of extras, mint! $7000. 952-890-0905
2003 Harley Softtail Deuce Anniversary model. 5500 miles. $13,000. 952-447-4280
2005 Kawasaki 1600 Vulcan Classic with Vance & Hines pipes. New tires. 10,895 miles. Mint condition. $5900 Call (952) 934-7358
Honda style 2007 JMST 250cc Scooter. 1329 miles, original owner, 80 mpg, 4 stroke 2 passenger, $2900.00, call Ray 952-402-9110
Sporting Goods 27' 2007 Palomino Thoroughbred, 1 slide out, triple bunk, queen bed sleeps 7-8. $15,500. Call Mitch 612-325-7365
2004 Harley FXST Softail 24,000 miles. Extras too much to list. Call for details. REDUCED! $8,300. 952-836-6773
CASH$$ We buy guns SPORTS STOP Shakopee 952-445-5282
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Storage/Vehicles Boats, campers, cars, etc. Inside $8/ft. Outside $5/ft. per season. 25 minutes west of Chaska. 320-238-2315
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Indoor Storage: Boats, RV's, etc. $11/ ft. per season. 612-859-1248 Inside storage at Scott County Fairgrounds. 612-919-1076
1963 Buick Custom Convertible. V6 A/T. Completely rebuilt 3000 miles ago. New white/top, brakes. Excellent condition some minor restoration needed. $5000. 605-2127283
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1994 Polaris 400L ATV, with chains. Runs good. $700. 612-991-2420
2006 Crestliner Lsi Angler 2285. Lots of extras. 60 HP Mercury 4 stroke and dual axle trailer. 763-360-6251
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Estate Sale Saturday 10/15 8am-6pm. Tools & equipment, hand tools, table saws, ladders, generators, yard tools, snowblower, lawnmower, prints. 501 Oak St N Carver
Annual Bazaar, 10/15, 9am-3pm. Crafts, Grannie's Attic. Furniture, HH. Lunch served for $3. Waybury Apts., 110340 Geske Rd.
After Move Sale- WedThurs-Fri, 10/12-13-14, 9am-4pm. Clothes, mirrors, light fixtures, kids bikes, much more! 2497 Marsh Point
Jordan Sales
Belle Plaine Sales
Moving Sale- Fri-Sat. 10/14-15, 10am-4pm. Furniture, HH, items. Everything must go! 304 W. 2nd St.
Moving Sale! Fri-Sat. 10/14-15, 8am-5pm. Furniture, tools, HH goods, piano, TVs, small appliances, dishes, clothes, books, pingpong table, much misc. 8630 S. Fairway Pt. 952-443-2323
Oct 12-23 94 Starcraft, 17ft. Aluminum. Walleye, Bass ½ Console 75hp. Mariner & 8hp. Kicker. $6500. 612-554-6725 or bsehlers3242@gmail.com
1973 14' Alumacraft boat/ trailer, 15 HP Johnson motor. Needs carb work. Trolling motor/ battery, steering console. $1,125/BO. 952-448-3128 Roll out 40' aluminum, cedar dock. $2500. 952448-2953
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Polaris Xplorer 300 4X4 1999 with plow, gun rack, tote box. Starts and runs great. Gently used. $2400 952-3888456
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Hydro Stream Vegas. 20'. 200 HP+++. Complete restoration. 5 passenger. A real head turner! $8,900 or all trades welcome. 952215-5421
Huge Moving Sale Thursday 10/20- Saturday 10/22. 8am-5pm. Furniture, tools, HH goods & misc. 511 Haralson Dr. Behind Emma Krumbees
Weekdays: 9am-8:30pm Weekends: 9am-5pm Hughes Pavillion Building 7499 France Ave. S. Edina (Between Chuck E. Cheese & Q.Cumbers ~ lower level) Over 100 artists Home Decor • Gifts • Antiques
Chanhassen Sales Sat. Oct. 15 9am-5pm. 9430 Foxford Rd, Chan, Lake Riley Woods, HUGE moving sale. Furniture - bedroom, dining, familyroom, tools, garden, kitchen, HH, nic nacs, X-mas, LOTS
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Shakopee Sales Huge Sale Thursday 10/13- Friday 10/14. 95pm. Boy, girl clothing, toys, linens, books, misc. 940 Rosewood Circle, off Marytowns Rd.
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1968 T-Bird, 429 automatic, new gas tank, tires, fuel pump, sending unit, brakes. Runs. Needs Restoration. Asking $1500. 952-448-2015
1972 rare triple black 'Cuda, with high compression 340 HP. 727 slapstick tranny. Posirearend, PS, bucket seats, Recession reduced!! $42,500. 612804-4074
1976 Chevy Nova hatchback, 305 AT, new tires & exhaust. Runs/ drives great, fun car to drive! $3,000/BO. 952447-8169
1976 Classic Cadillac Convertible. Low mileage. 8 cyl. 440 engine. Complete facts available by calling. 559-435-3751
1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cierra, silver edition. Loaded! Only 109,000K miles. V-6, 4 door, $1,100/BO. 952426-5657
1989 Volvo 240DL. 118K, AT, CD, New tires, battery, tabs, and more. 4 cyl, price reduced to sell, $1,900. 952-440-2469
1998 Dodge Stratus, 6 cyl, AT. 156K. $1,500. 952-445-6173
2000 Jaguar XJR. Well maintained. $9700 Silver and black interior, 83,000 miles. Call 612655-6680
2003 Jetta TDI 5-Speed manual. Up to 57/mpg hwy. 125,000 plus miles 1 owner. Excellent condition $7300. 612-8400884
2006 Chrysler Sebring, well-maintained and no longer needed. $9,000 cash. Call for all the details. 952-233-3322
2009 Chev Cobalt LT. Purchased/ driven locally, like brand new, 21,000K. Black, Spoiler, PW, PL, Cruise, CD, non-smoker, more! $12,900. 952-215-5421
Pontiac Grand Prix 1980 301 Engine, 4.9 Liter, 4 Barrel Overhead, New Fuel Pump, Alternator, Battery Heater, 129500K, $2100. 612418-5159
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1964 Chevy C20, 350 engine, 350 auto tranny, every bolt, nut, part replaced, or sandblasted and painted. 8K. REDUCED- $12,500. 952913-7808
2000 Chev ¾-ton ext. cab 4x4. Burgundy/silver, newer Boss V-plow. Rarely used. 140K. 6.0L. Excellent condition, all records. $15,500/BO. 612-8683768
2004 Chevy Silverado Z71 Ext. Cab. 77,XXX perfect cond. Loaded, leather, Bose, 6Disc, Topper and many xtras. $15,700 B/O 612-2030804
Jeep Wrangler 1990 5spd. manual. Black w/gray interior. AM/FM radio. Well maintained. 170,000 Runs great! $2500 612-799-5024
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1999 Ford Expedition XLT, $3900 1 owner, 153K miles, 8 passenger, 4.6L, 2WD, tan leather, towing package, 5 disc 952-3887706
2002 Ford Expedition, original owner, 4.6 liter, A/C, 6CD, third row seat, no accidents, runs, looks very good. $5,700. 952-270-8292
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2000 Ford Windstar LX 7 Passenger Van, 133,349 Miles. $1,800. 6 Cyl Engine, Automatic Runs and drives great. Craig 952-368-9689
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STATE OF MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 File Number: Date Filed: April 25, 2011 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. State the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: The Spa of Eden 2. State the address of the principal place of business. A complete street address or rural route and rural route box number is required; the address cannot be a P.O. Box: 8925 Aztec Dr. #210, Eden Prairie, MN 55347 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: Paul Schroeder – 17055 Firtree Place, Farmington, MN 55024 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: Paul Schroeder – Owner Paul Schroeder - Contact Person 612-619-9999 Date: 04-25-2011 (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, October 6 and 13, 2011; No. 3220)
17555 Duck Lake Trail from the R122 Zoning District to the R1-13.5 Zoning District on 9.69 acres. Exhibit A, included with this Ordinance, gives the full legal description of this property. Effective Date: This Ordinance shall take effect upon publication. Ron Case, Acting Mayor Attest: Kathleen Porta, City Clerk (A full copy of the text of this Ordinance is available from City Clerk.) (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, October 13, 2011; No. 3221)
CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA PRAIRIE RIDGE SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 13-2011-PUD-8-2011 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE, MINNESOTA, REMOVING CERTAIN LAND FROM ONE ZONING DISTRICT AND PLACING IT IN ANOTHER, AMENDING THE LEGAL DESCRIPTIONS OF LAND IN EACH DISTRICT, AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE CITY CODE CHAPTER 1 AND SECTION 11.99, WHICH, AMONG OTHER THINGS, CONTAIN PENALTY PROVISIONS THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE, MINNESOTA, ORDAINS: Summary: This ordinance allows rezoning of land located at
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLANNING COMMISSION Monday, October 24, 2011 - 7:00 PM City Center - 8080 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Project: Vintage 2nd Addition Location: 10605 & 10611 Sonoma Ridge Developer: Wooddale Builders, Inc NOTICE: Residents of Eden Prairie are invited to attend a public hearing about a proposal for combining two lots into one. This is the first of at least two public hearings on this project. The meeting is televised live on cable channel 16 and rebroadcast on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. The developer is requesting the follow-
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLANNING COMMISSION Monday, October 24, 2011 7:00 PM City Center - 8080 Mitchell Road Eden Prairie, MN 55344 Project: Conditional Use Permit Amendment for the Smith/Douglas/More House Location: 8107 Eden Prairie Road Applicant: P u r e G r a c e, LLC NOTICE: Residents of Eden Prairie are invited to attend a public hearing about a proposed Conditional Use Permit Amendment for the relocation of the Outside Use Area at the Smith/Douglas/More House for Pure Grace, LLC. This is the first of at least two public hearings on this project. The meeting is televised live on cable channel 16 and rebroadcast on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays at 1:00 p.m. QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS: If you wish to see plans before the meeting, please stop by City Hall between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. If you want to talk to someone about the proposed project, please contact Scott Kipp, the project planner, at 952-949-8489. Copies of any written comments submitted to the Community Development Department by 12:00 p.m. on the Friday prior to the meeting date will be distributed in the Planning Commission packets. (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, October 13, 2011; No. 3222)
ing actions by the City: • Preliminary Plat of 0.75 acres into one lot QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS: If you wish to see plans before the meeting, please stop by City Hall between 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. If you want to talk to someone about the proposed project, please contact Scott Kipp, the project planner, at 952-949-8489. Copies of any written comments submitted to the Community Development Department by 12:00 p.m. on the Friday prior to the meeting date will be distributed in the Commission packets. (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, October 13, 2011; No. 3223) PUBLIC NOTICE OF RILEY PURGATORY BLUFF CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: CLERICAL SERVICES Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 103B.227, Subd. 5, the Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District is soliciting proposals for clerical services for 2011 through 2013 to prepare minutes of regular and special meetings. Written proposals (five copies) should include background and profile information on the firm, along with the specific information as to expertise in watershed district matters, hourly billing rates for 2011-2013, and names and qualifications of personnel. In addition to the preceding information, please attach a brief document outlining a vision for this position in the next two years. Proposals should be sent to: Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District c/o Krebsbach and Haik, Ltd. Attn: Coordinator 100 South Fifth Street, Suite 1900 Minneapolis, MN 55402 Proposals must be submitted by November 30, 2011. The Board of Managers will review proposals, reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, and otherwise take such action it deems in the best interest of the Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District. For further information about Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District, contact Coordinator at (612) 333-7400 or visit: http://www. rileywd.org. (Published in the Eden Prairie News on Thursday, October 13 and 20, 2011; No. 3224)
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**September Outing** Persis Clayton Weirs, framed 36"x28", 253/1200 $75. 952-2367545 1 pair, appliance roller, Good condition, $5. 952-447-4961 1972(?) SnowJet snowmobile. $100/ BO. 612991-2420 2 chairs, type for enclosed porch, $100. 952-448-5354 2 new barstools. $50. for both, like new. 952448-4583 2, caramel brown leather recliners. Good condition, $230. 952440-2142 3 sets 35 minature Christmas lights, multicolor, new $8. 952-4474961 4, Firestone Destination P265/16R tires, like new, $200. 952-4923048 8 Lennox demitasse cups and saucers, mint. $75. 952-443-0186 Air cleaner, Honeywell Envirocare, portable, hepa. Excellent condition $75. 952-975-0532 Aluminum 24' extension ladder. Type III 200lb rating. $85. 952-4483699 Antique rocking chair, has padded seat, $125. 952-934-4693 Appliance, Cusinart Ice cream maker, $20. 952220-7645 Armoire, wood floor mirror, matching bench, night stand, $100. 952440-5720 Auto body subframe straightener. $50. 952938-4016 Bar stool set. 6 stained, varnished, wooden stools, $50. 612-9619271 Barstools, Ethan Allen. 27” swivel, with armrest $70./both 952-937-7504 Basketball hoop, full size free standing $35. 952-440-5352
Bauer Jr S hockey breezers. Like new. $20. 952-443-4693 Bed set, headboard, lights, cabinets/drawers Oak wood. $245. 952937-7504 Cable Nelson upright piano, good condition, beautiful sound, free. 952-975-0233 Cat, fixed, friendly, free Available weekend showing 952-846-9853 Cat, free, 952-466-5679 Compaq Deskpro PC/win 98 cd-drive, mouse, keyboard, $105. 612-207-6411 Computer table, 46”x 29” excellent condition. $30. 952-994-1933 Costume, little red riding hood. Large tween e/condition, $10. 952405-8787 Countertop sink cut out. L/shaped 4'9 1/2"x12'10 1/2". $50. 952-518-2431 Craftsman 26.5"wide 5 drawer tool cabinet. $80. 952-240-1025 Darling pail with moose design house, cabin $15. 952-443-0186 Desk with raised center shelf. Maple veneer. $150. 952-465-2814 Desk, secretary style, solid oak, light, like new, $225. 952-492-7824 Desk, student antique metal, school type, $30. or bo, 952-941-2060 Dishwasher portable, hookup to sink, works great, $80. Diane 952447-1855 Dishwasher, Whirlpoolwhite, mint condition, $150. 952-649-7936 Dog kennel chain link fencing for outdoors. $175. 952-465-2814 Dog kennel, portable, folding, 16 sq. ft. $44. 952-994-5505 Drafting table, adjustable tilt, folds, 3' $33. 952-873-2501
DVD collection, 10 used great movies for $35. 952-500-1413 Entertainment center, dark oak, mission style. $250. 952-443-3693 Entertainment center, oak, holds 36" TV, excellent condition, $50. 952-393-4674 Exercise recumbent bike. Body fit TZ-6106. Like new. $100. 952941-7721 Eye Q read, process faster. Was $350, now $50. 952-873-6732 First communion dress, size 7 white, full length, $75. 952-447-5907 Fitness Quest Inc, ab lounge 2, excellent condition, $40. 952-4405266 Flower girl dress, size 7, full length white, $75. 952-447-5907 Foosball table, excellent condition, 48lx 24w x 31h, $30. 952-949-2276 Freezer, 19.9cf, Frigidaire, works well. Jan, 612-961-9271 Full size captain's bed w/mattress. 3 drawers. $125. Savage 612-3667316 Futon with upgraded mattress, matching table, $400. 952-443-3693 Garage door opener, wayne dalton classic. 1/2hp w/remote. $70. 952-649-7936 Girls, faux fur winter coat, brown, Sz 10/12, $15. 952-440-2366 Glassware, Noritake blue. Goblets, wines, sherbets, 8 each, $60. 952-975-0473 Hand crafted deck chair. Cedar and hardwood. $65. Call: 952-3615401 Hand crafted rocking chair. Cedar and hardwood. $65. Call: 952361-5401 Hannah Montana, halloween costume, size 7/8, $10. 952-440-2366
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Hitachi 60" projection TV. Good condition, works. $75. 952-8367409 Hockey roller blades size 5-6 $20. 612-2077976 Home space heater, new, infrared purifier humidifier. $329. 763-5165594 Jigsaw puzzles 1000 pc homelands 15 for $35 952-934-2897 Kitchen table. Wood top, metal chairs, 6. Nice. $75. 952-4127149 Lawn sweeper, 42" $35. 952-440-9184 Lawn tractor, wood deck, 38”, new battery, $300, 952-492-2937 Love seat, earth tone cushions, wood sides $40. 952-994-1933 Mary Kay, Satin Hands pampering set. $20. 952-564-1161 Mary Kay, Timewise Visibly Fit body lotion. $10. 952-564-1161
Matrox dual head computer cable, dc adapter, power/cable $75. 952994-3809 Mattress & springs, Sterns & Foster, king size, $50. 952-679-4799
Piano, Wurlitzer new keys. Pro reconditioned $500. can deliver 952445-4177 Pick up topper & b/l, shortbox, 1st $150. takes. 952-334-6993
Mattress, queen, Simmons Beautyrest with pillowtop, Excellent condition $400. 952-9750532 Mission Jr XS hockey gloves. Like new. $15. 952-443-4693 New lynch dove master pow-r-line decoy. $50. 952-240-1025 Nine wicker & reed baskets, unique, varied, $40. 612-387-8936
Pottery Barn sleeper couch. $150. 952-4407902
Oak table with 4 chairs. Great condition. $75. 952-334-9602 Oak, tv armoire $100. 612-804-2568 Organ Hammond Upright. $50. or best offer Call 952-447-6254 Pedestal sink, white, brand new in box. $20. 952-401-0071
Printer HP officejet 6110xi copy, print, fax, scan, free. 612-9644766 PS2 console, wireless controllers, games, Guitar Hero. $50. 612-9651773 Refrigerator for sale, great for garage, Almond color, $125. 952-934-4693 Saxophone alto, Bundy, case and accessories, excellent condition, $350. 952-934-9496 Saxophone alto, student, Armstrong, solid case, $495 or b/o, 952941-2060 TV Sanyo tube TV 19" $20. 952-368-9718
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living in ep Did you know? Eden Prairie is celebrating the first anniversary of its observatory with an event on Friday, Oct. 21. We offer a few fun facts about the observatory in honor of the occasion: The Group 128, 16-inch diameter Cassegrain telescope is one of the largest in the state. The 9-foot-tall, 1,000-pound telescope was donated to the city by the Minnesota Astronomical Society in 2006. It sat in storage awaiting a permanent facility after that.
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Pictured sliding on ice blocks down Staring Lake sledding hill are (left to right) Katie Krautbauer, Jori Jakusz, Sam Stephens and Young Life leader Matt Printup.
A new life for Young Life Eden Prairie chapter is working to re-establish group BY KARLA WENNERSTROM editor@edenprairienews.com
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small group of laughing teenagers slid down Staring Lake Sledding Hill last Monday. It was a balmy October night, but the group could still slide – by sitting on blocks of Minnesota ice. Every other Monday night is an “organized party,” called Club, for the local Young Life organization, which is re-establishing in Eden Prairie. Young Life was a big part of Eden Prairie High School life for many in years past. Coordinator Theresa Dolezal of Eden Prairie is hoping to be a big part of bringing the Christian youth group back to town. The nondenominational group is raising funds this fall to hire Dolezal full-time and fund mission services, programs and an office. Parent Sue Krautbauer of Eden Prairie said that she enjoyed her experience with the group in Bloomington. “I feel really passionate about it just because of what it did for me,” Krautbauer said.
POSITIVE PLACES There are four components to Young life, Dolezal said: I Club – an “organized party” every other Monday with activities, skits, food, games and prizes. I Camp – Young Life has camps throughout the country.
Campaigners – “a time to more closely examine or to grow more deeply in a life of faith.” I Contact – Getting involved in kids’ lives. “It matters to have somebody who cares about you – an adult who cares about you in your life,” Dolezal said. “There’s a stereotype that in suburbia, the problems are few and kids are just living their lives in pure bliss,” she said. “The teenagers in Eden Prairie High School are really hurting. There’s a lot of need for positive places and spaces for them to go and for positive people to be in their lives.” I
GET INVOLVED The group is planning a kick-off fundraising dinner on Nov. 3 at Olympic Hills Golf Club. The next Young Life Club meeting is set for 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 17, at the home of the Stephens family, 17718 Steading Road, Eden Prairie. The group is also planning to launch a “Wyld Life” group at the Middle School next year. “Our goal is that we introduce kids to this crazy amazing love from God and that they are really able to grow that in their own lives,” Dolezal said. “Young Life is a community ministry and … we’re back and want to build momentum in the community. We really want to be helping support and reach high school students,” she said, “to do that we need the support of many people.” For more information, contact Dolezal at (612) 226-6527 or ephsyounglife@gmail. com or visit edenprairie.younglife.org.
Fast facts
The Eden Prairie Observatory near the Staring Lake Outdoor Center opened for its first set of Star Watch classes last year. The city recently received an award for the design of the building, which looks like an unassuming shed, but with minimal effort, the roof can be rotated open and the walls opened, providing an unobstructed view of the southern and western skies. The costs of building the observatory were mainly paid for through donations from Doug and Carolyn Kohrs, an Edina couple, and Steve and Sue Mohn of Eden Prairie. Source: Eden Prairie News archives
This date in EP history Oct. 14, 1885 – The Miller brothers of Eden Prairie are going to build a store in Chanhassen. Source: “Eden Prairie Book of Days” by Ernie Shuldheiss
I Young Life was founded in 1941 by Jim Rayburn of Gainesville, Texas. I Young Life has been in the Minneapolis area since the 1950s. I Young Life started in Eden Prairie in 1995, but the group stopped meeting in about 2004. I Young Life has a camp in Detroit Lakes, “Castaway Club Camp.” Source: Young Life brochure and Theresa Dolezal
Fundraising dinner A fundraiser is set for 6:30 p.m. Nov. 3 at Olympic Hills Golf Club, 10625 Mount Curve Road. The evening will feature dinner and music by Elizabeth Hunnicutt. Visit edenprairie.younglife. org for more information. Admission is free, but the group will be accepting donations. RSVP to (612) 226-6527 or ephsyounglife@gmail.com. For more information, go to edenprairie. younglife.org.
Next meeting The group’s next Club meeting for youth is set for 7-8:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 17, at the home of the Stephens family, 17718 Steading Road, Eden Prairie.
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Sgt. Dave Manning was welcomed home in 2006.
Turn back the page The Oct. 19, 2006, issue of the Eden Prairie News reported that Sgt. Dave Manning was receiving a rousing welcome home from Iraq. “Flags and signs lined the road. Children played outside Mary Feyereisn’s home on Burr Ridge Lane in Eden Prairie Saturday. “Neighbors gathered along the street, some holding flags, some holding “welcome home” signs and balloons. “Have they called yet?”
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Feyereisn was awaiting a call from Leanne Manning to alert the group that the Manning family was nearing Eden Prairie. The family was returning from South Dakota where they had picked up Dave Manning, who spent more than a year in Iraq. “It was a complete surprise,” said 1st Sgt. Dave Manning. “I love our neighborhood and our neighbors, but never anticipated something like that. A welcome home parade for basically myself. The kids had a lot of fun with it.” Source: Eden Prairie News archives
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Visit the CumminsPhipps-Grill House for a Ghost Walk this weekend.
Dates to remember Ghost Walk – 7 p.m. Friday or Saturday, Oct. 14 or 15, Cummins-Phipps-Grill House, 13600 Pioneer Trail. Vino Classico – 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, Eden Prairie Community Center, 16700 Valley View Road
Last week, Eden Prairie Young Life members slid down Staring Lake sledding hill.
Police and Fire Open House – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, Fire Station No. 1, 14800 Scenic Heights Road.. Lioness Art & Craft Fair – 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, Grace Church, 9301 Eden Prairie Road For more information, see the Let’s Go! Calendar on page 14.